An organization or organisation (read more about -ize vs -ise) is a formal group of people with one or more shared goals. The word itself is derived from the Greek word ὄργανον (organon) meaning tool. The term is used in both daily and scientific English in multiple ways.
In Ancient Alleys, Modern Comforts Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:48:37 -0000 Some of Beijing’s traditional courtyard homes are being refurbished with a mix of modern sensibility and respect for original detail.
What’s Lurking in Your Countertop? Thu, 24 Jul 2008 03:39:16 -0000 As the popularity of granite countertops has increased, so have reports that some are emitting radiation and radon at surprisingly high levels.
On Location: A Spare Stage for the Spectacle of Life Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:21:32 -0000 Carlos Brillembourg, an architect, and Karin Waisman, an artist, built a modern house in the Hamptons that is spacious, spare and stylish.
Shopping for New York Necessities With Alisa Grifo Thu, 24 Jul 2008 05:23:07 -0000 Alisa Grifo’s store, Kiosk, presents a collection of useful, often unusual, products from around the world. She searched New York for unexpected, quirky selections.
In the Garden: Raindrops Keep Falling in My Tank Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:56:33 -0000 You won’t save a lot of money harvesting rainwater but you’ll save water.
The Fix: Time to Worry About Heat Bills Thu, 24 Jul 2008 02:38:16 -0000 It may seem like an odd time to be thinking about heating your house, but this is a good moment to do so.
L.A. Times - Home & Garden
Robert Irwin still marvels at Getty gardens 10 years later Thu, 24 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0700 The artist, creator of the controversial gardens, may no longer have design oversight but his vision has established deep roots.
ARTIST Robert Irwin, designer of the Central Garden at the Getty Center, sits on a small curved bench in the dappled shade of London plane trees he chose. In the 10 years since the garden opened, the trees haven't quite created the canopy Irwin envisioned, but they will -- just without him around.
A rare Luis Barragán fountain at an L.A. home? Maybe Thu, 24 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0700 A storied party house's design centerpiece comes with a tale of its own.
UNUSUAL homes often inspire wonder, but for residents of L.A.'s Beverly Crest neighborhood, the 1927 house has long seemed particularly curious, hidden behind a two-story, reddish wall that runs the length of the lot. "Every time someone from the neighborhood finds out that I own the property," Eugene Leoni said, "they're always dying to know: What's behind that wall?"
Pearl Fryar, topiary hero Thu, 24 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0700 The documentary film 'A Man Named Pearl' explores the Southerner's passion for tree sculpting, which has become his life's work.
IN AN era when superheroes dominate the box office, a documentary about a lanky, 68-year-old topiary artist in the rural South hardly sounds like an attention-grabber. Yet “A Man Named Pearl,” which opens in limited release this week in Southern California, delivers a compelling tale of an ordinary man with extraordinary abilities.
Don't ask why -- just enjoy deals Thu, 24 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0700 BLAME THE sluggish economy, or thank the pending arrival of fall home furnishings collections. Either way, you'll see the same word in store windows: sale.
Chris Erskine: The family attempts a budget Thu, 24 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0700 It's basics first: Teach the kids what a lawn mower is.
SO, POSH canceled last week's attempt at a ceiling fan installation when she realized it was just a giant, spinning aphrodisiac, and our summer of love ended in the third week of July. Just ahead: a long and lonely winter.
International Antiques Fair heads to Redondo Beach Thu, 24 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0700 The Redondo Beach International Antiques Fair returns to the city's Performing Arts Center this weekend. The lineup will include furniture, textiles, art glass, silver, sculpture, paintings, prints and rare books. The show runs 1 to 7 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday. Admission is $10. A preview will be held at 10 a.m. Friday; the $30 fee ($25 in advance) includes admission for the weekend. The Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center is at Aviation and Manhattan Beach boulevards. Information: (310) 287-1896, www.theosatco.com .
Denver Post: Lifestyle
How'dYouKnow?
editor@denverpost.com (The Denver Post)
Thu, 24 Jul 2008 17:31:36 -0600
The winner: Edward Hocker, Colorado Springs
Parade of Homes begins Saturday
ejeerson@denverpost.com (By Elana Ashanti Jefferson / The Denver Post)
Wed, 23 Jul 2008 21:17:19 -0600
Touring luxury show homes when the housing market is on the rocks seems a little like sitting through stand-up comedy during a bout of the blues.
Save me . . .
editor@denverpost.com (The Denver Post)
Wed, 23 Jul 2008 20:53:06 -0600
After reading last week's Room cover story about the many Denver hotels undergoing renovations, William Barnes with National Hotel Liquidators sent out an alert for penny pinchers.
Children's Rights Council - National non-profit organization that works to assure children meaningful and continuing contact with both their parents and extended family, regardless of the parents' marital status.
Creative Parenting - Offers information and support to all adults and children. Contains letters, newsletter and events.
Meta Description: [ Creative Parenting offers information and support to all adults and children through a unique holistic approach dedicated to enhancement of potential and well being. ]
Every Person Influences Children - Provides help to parents, teachers, and members of the community raise children to become responsible adults.
Family First - Non-profit organization provides various articles and other information on marriage, parenting and fatherhood.
Meta Description: [ Family First strengthens the family through programs such as the Family Minute with Mark Merrill, All Pro Dad and numerous free resources on parenting, fatherhood, marriage and family life. ]
500Home Start International - Voluntary organisation which promotes the welfare of families with at least one child under school age. Includes organisation background, bulletin board, publications and links to country-specific pages.
Kids First! - The Coalition for Quality Children's Media - a national not-for-profit organization that is a voluntary collaboration between the media industry, educators and child advocacy organizations that chooses quality CDs, videos, audio and websites for kids.
Meta Description: [ The Coalition for Quality Childrens Media (CQCM) and the KIDS FIRST program evaluates and rates videos, DVDs, films, CD-ROMs and television for kids. National Neighborhood Film Festivals. Family Movie Reviews. ]
KidsPeace - KidsPeace gives kids peace through mental health treatment programs, crisis intervention and public education. KidsPeace is a private, not-for-profit organization.
Meta Description: [ KidsPeace is a private, not-for-profit organization which gives kids peace through mental health treatment programs, crisis intervention and public education, includes The National Center for Kids Overcoming Crisis, a comprehensive continuum of kids' mental health treatment programs and also acts... ]
New Jersey Parents' Caucus - A resource site. Discusses issues, lists events, includes a newsletter in English, Spanish, and Chinese, and has family support job listings.
New Parents Network - A non-profit organization providing weekly multi-lingual parenting tips, PSA's for radio, TV, newspapers, and kiosk software reaching low-income families in clinics.
Supporting Our Sons - National, nonprofit membership organization dedicated to the development of the whole boy. Provides organization profile as well as information on community and programs.
Meta Description: [ With information on parenting, teaching and raising boys, Supporting Our Sons is a national, nonprofit membership organization dedicated to the development of the whole boy. ]