http://www.newburyportnews.com en-us Copyright CNHI All Rights Reserved. 5 Fri, 19 Mar 2010 00:15:00 +0000 http://www.newburyportnews.com/pulife/local_story_077224828.html http://www.newburyportnews.com/pulife/local_story_077224828.html Children's game creator Patti Marsh of West Newbury is sending players off on a treasure hunt at sea. Marsh, founder of Lake House Creations and a fifth-grade teacher at the Page School in West Newbury, is highlighting her latest board game, Treasure Pools, as well as her earlier Fun Meal Caper! on Sunday at a game-signing event at The Tannery marketplace in Newburyport. Fri, 19 Mar 2010 00:15:00 +0000 http://www.newburyportnews.com/pulife/local_story_077230627.html http://www.newburyportnews.com/pulife/local_story_077230627.html Some have been at the right place at the right time, and their quick thinking saved a life. Others have saved someone in more subtle ways, dedicating their own lives to rescue efforts and training. Many more have quietly dedicated years to helping those in need, whether it's a homeless person or a confused tourist. Fri, 19 Mar 2010 00:14:00 +0000 http://www.newburyportnews.com/pulife/local_story_077230138.html http://www.newburyportnews.com/pulife/local_story_077230138.html Focus on children's behavioral health An informational meeting on the children's behavioral health initiative takes place Wednesday, March 31, from 4 to 5:30 p.m. at River Valley Charter School, 2 Perry Way, Newburyport. Thu, 18 Mar 2010 00:15:00 +0000 http://www.newburyportnews.com/pulife/local_story_076232744.html http://www.newburyportnews.com/pulife/local_story_076232744.html 1The North Shore chamber music ensemble aims to expose the community to chamber music and raise money for its outreach programs when it presents its annual family concert this weekend. and quot;Parents often ask how they can get their child interested in music, and quot; artistic director Maria Benotti said. and quot;My answer is always to go to concerts and do music with your child. When we do things with our family and we're all enjoying it and having fun, it becomes a happy memory. and quot; Thu, 18 Mar 2010 00:14:00 +0000 http://www.newburyportnews.com/pulife/local_story_076233105.html http://www.newburyportnews.com/pulife/local_story_076233105.html FINCH coffeehouse in Newburyport celebrates the eve of spring's arrival tomorrow with well-known American folk singer Tracy Grammer. Best known for her work as part of a folk duo with Dave Carter, the two had released three recordings together before Carter's death in 2002. Grammer, who started out doing instrumental work and providing backup vocals with Carter, was singing lead vocals by the time they recorded their final album. Thu, 18 Mar 2010 00:13:00 +0000 http://www.newburyportnews.com/pulife/local_story_076233116.html http://www.newburyportnews.com/pulife/local_story_076233116.html ART AND GALLERIES BRIDGE GALLERY. Still life paintings and photography by the cooperative's member artists through March 30. Coming April 1, "Abstractions." Second Sundays at the Gallery series featuring classical guitarist Donna Ricchi Sunday, April 11, 2 p.m. Winter hours: Monday through Thursday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. 1R Water St., Newburyport. www.bridgegallerynewburyport.com. Wed, 17 Mar 2010 00:15:00 +0000 http://www.newburyportnews.com/pulife/local_story_075223920.html http://www.newburyportnews.com/pulife/local_story_075223920.html Brownies may be delicious on their own, but sometimes you want one that's more than just a brownie. So we decided to see what would happen if we pushed brownies over the top. We started with a basic pan of baked brownies. We liked Ghirardelli dark chocolate brownies, but any 20-ounce boxed brownie mix and mdash; or your favorite recipe for a 9-by-9-inch pan of brownies and mdash; can be used in these recipes. Wed, 17 Mar 2010 00:14:00 +0000 http://www.newburyportnews.com/pulife/local_story_075223929.html http://www.newburyportnews.com/pulife/local_story_075223929.html If you want to keep the crunch of fried fish without crashing your diet, you can dive in to this crispy seafood dish. Oven-frying fish or shellfish can give you results that are close to deep-fried, but with dramatic cuts in fat and calories. Wed, 17 Mar 2010 00:13:00 +0000 http://www.newburyportnews.com/pulife/local_story_075234447.html http://www.newburyportnews.com/pulife/local_story_075234447.html Diners tired of the past week's dreary weather will be able to feel like they're basking in the sun Friday when the Great Chefs Night Goes to the Regatta. Grab a glass of the signature cocktail and mdash; a sunny concoction of tequila, triple sec and cranberry and mdash; and sample the gourmet offerings from more than two dozen area chefs at the annual fundraiser to benefit Anna Jaques Hospital in Newburyport. Wed, 17 Mar 2010 00:12:00 +0000 http://www.newburyportnews.com/pulife/local_story_075224143.html http://www.newburyportnews.com/pulife/local_story_075224143.html Whenever I fly in poor weather conditions, as I did a few weeks ago, I try to be on my best behavior. I'll admit that my logic here is not strong. I just figure: If the plane gets in trouble and our lives are hanging in the balance, I want whatever deity is making the final call to know I've been a good person ... if only for that two-hour flight. You never know what might tip the scales in your favor. Wed, 17 Mar 2010 00:11:00 +0000 http://www.newburyportnews.com/pulife/local_story_075224211.html http://www.newburyportnews.com/pulife/local_story_075224211.html I don't think we will have to worry about drought conditions for quite some time. The forecast for sunny days with temperatures in the upper 50s later this week is something we can look forward to. With all the water in the ground, you should be careful if you need to rake up debris off your lawn. When we have soil that is saturated, the action of raking can actually pull grass right out of the ground. If you wait to rake until the ground is firm to your step, you will cause less damage to the lawn. Fri, 12 Mar 2010 00:15:00 +0000 http://www.newburyportnews.com/pulife/local_story_070234207.html http://www.newburyportnews.com/pulife/local_story_070234207.html Turning clocks ahead for spring is a ritual some people love to hate. We're groggy. Our kids are cranky. While it isn't as annoying as fall's theft of afternoon daylight, still we grumble. As the majority of the country gets set to move their clocks ahead Sunday at 2 a.m., does anybody have anything nice to say about Daylight Saving Time? Fri, 12 Mar 2010 00:14:00 +0000 http://www.newburyportnews.com/pulife/local_story_070235505.html http://www.newburyportnews.com/pulife/local_story_070235505.html One thing is plainly evident in the 12th annual Budding Artist Show opening today at the Newburyport Art Association: There's a lot of artistic talent among the area's youth. And from painting to sculpture to photography, all are represented in the exhibit that fills the association's Sargent and Hartson galleries at 65 Water St. in Newburyport. Fri, 12 Mar 2010 00:13:00 +0000 http://www.newburyportnews.com/pulife/local_story_070235533.html http://www.newburyportnews.com/pulife/local_story_070235533.html Though a well-loved Rowley woman has been gone for six months, memories of her are being kept alive through a series of fundraisers this spring. Stephanie Jenkins, a lifelong resident of Rowley, lost her battle with renal cancer in September after a six-month fight. The 48-year-old left behind her husband, Ron; sons Stephen, a Newbury police officer; Daniel and Kyle; and many family and friends. Fri, 12 Mar 2010 00:12:00 +0000 http://www.newburyportnews.com/pulife/local_story_070235543.html http://www.newburyportnews.com/pulife/local_story_070235543.html April showers bring May flowers. That's exciting if you're a gardener. But the picture may not be so rosy if you're a pet. Gardening poses unique hazards to pets. Flowers are grown for their beauty, but beauty is in the eye of the beholder. For Fido and Fluffy, this may be determined by a quick chew and chomp of pretty plants. This is risky because some plants are poisonous. In addition, exposure to garden chemicals may not be OK for our pets.