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  • June 16, 2011 Jeannie Pence

    Kentucky Bourbon Fextival Sept 13-18, 2011

    Since 1776, the people of Bardstown, Kentucky have been making Bourbon. Their dedication to the fine art of distilling eventually gave Bardstown the title of Bourbon Capital of the World. Come celebrate this passion and history at The Kentucky Bourbon...

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  • June 15, 2011 Jeannie Pence

    Give a Gift of Hot Chocolate

    Give a gift of hot chocolate this Christmas season. Found some great hot chocolate gifting ideas that you can put together to astound your friends and family. I take no credit for the beautiful creations, my only suggestion is to...

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  • June 8, 2011 Jeannie Pence

    The Wayne Chicken Show

    If you're going to be in Nebraska in July, you might want to drop by the Wayne Chicken Show July 8-10, 2011. Sounds like these folks really know how to have fun! Events include the world's largest chicken dance......I think...

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  • June 8, 2011 Jeannie Pence

    Raspberry Festivals

    Raspberries are plentiful this year as are the festivals! Here's a few we found: Northwest Raspberry Festival at Lynden, WA July 15-16, 2011 Hopkins Raspberry Festival at Hopkins, MN July 9-11, 2011 Bear Lake Raspberry Festival Days at Garden City,...

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  • May 25, 2011 Jeannie Pence

    Remembrance Ornaments for 9/11/2001

    Merck Family's Old World Christmas has created a few special ornaments that are coming out later this year that are patriotic and dated with 9/11/2001. As the country looks back to the events of September 11, 2001, it is important...

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  • May 24, 2011 Jeannie Pence

    Vermont Cheesemakers Festival

    Shelburne, VT July 24, 2011 Sample more than 100 cheeses from 40 local creameries, or try artisanal smoked meats, cider, and breads. Early bird bonus: Some creameries will open the day before for free tours. For more information visit vtcheesefest.com...

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  • May 23, 2011 Jeannie Pence

    Kodiak Crab Festival

    Kodiak, Alaska May 26-30, 2011 Celebrate the end of winter in late May at the Kodiak Crab Festival! Plenty of good food - crab legs, cab sandwiches, scallops, halibut, and chowder. Many events including survival-suit races where competitors run down...

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  • May 22, 2011 Jeannie Pence

    Slugburger Festival Corinth, MS

    Corinth, MS July 7-9, 2011 Don't be scared by its unappetizing name: A slugburger is a deep-fried beef and soy-meal patty served on a bun - a beloved regional specialty. To see more information about the Slugburger Festival in Corinth,...

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  • May 22, 2011 Jeannie Pence

    North Carolina Blueberry Festival

    Burgaw, NC June 18, 2011 - Blueberry Festival Beautiful setting plus baked goods equals "heaven on earth." At this festival you will find blueberry pies, buckles and breads. See ncblueberryfestival.com for more information. Now....I wasn't quite sure what a "blueberry...

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  • May 22, 2011 Jeannie Pence

    Georgia Peach Festival

    What do you get when you mix 150 pounds of flour, 75 pounds of butter, 150 pounds of sugar, 32 gallons of milk and 75 gallons of peaches? The world's largest peach cobbler! Visit Fort Valley, Georgia June 3-11, 2011...

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  • May 22, 2011 Jeannie Pence

    Little Red Riding Hood

    Who would have ever thought that a tale so simple as Little Red Riding Hood, could cause so much mystique, cultural awareness ....and even have Freudian connotations. There is even a "politically correct" version....give me a break! My suggestion is...

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  • May 13, 2011 Jeannie Pence

    Georgia Peach Facts

    Georgia Peach to us at Trendy Tree .....means the delicious peaches we get from Cherry Creek Orchards in the summer time that our grandchildren love so well and the Christmas ornaments we have in stock from Inge-Glas of Germany and...

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