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Greensboro

Fun Find Friday ~ Give*A*Way #5

by TrishJuly 30, 2010

Beautiful Headbands like these are a RARE & FUN FIND for sure in the Triad!!! Not only can they be found in two local stores downtown Greensboro, they are local made by a VERY talented chick, Jennipher O’neil. You can find her at the First Friday Indie Market as well. To see her goods [...]

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Throw a LOCAL Anniversary Party!

by TrishJuly 26, 2010

When it came time to throw my in laws (who I adore by the way) a 50th Anniversary party, I knew what I had to do! Keep it simple, keep it beautiful and KEEP IT LOCAL! (Even if some of the most important family members were from out of town… giggle, snort!) When having a [...]

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Fun Find Friday Give*A*Way #4

by MJJuly 23, 2010

These days you hear a lot about how customer service is not what it used to be. “I just feel like a number”, or “People just don’t go the extra mile like they used to”. But, there are still establishments that treat you like your family. Battleground Eye Care is one of [...]

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Fun Find Friday ~ Give*A*Way #3

by TrishJuly 16, 2010

What a SUPER fun find found at one of our local favorites, Splurges Boutique, located in Greensboro and Kernersville. This past June when school was coming to a close, we were franticly looking for end of the year gifts. We found them at Splurges! Perfect for teachers, graduates, and now the PERFECT summer gift for [...]

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My First Kitchen ~ New Class is Open!

by MJJuly 14, 2010

Do you have any idea how much Kendra at My First Kitchen can rock some food? We do!! We have been to Kendra’s kitchen several times. Each time we leave we think it can’t get any better….but IT DOES! Read all about our fabulous time at the last class we took [...]

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Greater Expectations Meals to Go ~ Give*a*Way

by TrishJune 30, 2010

Today we are going to introduce you to some wonderful new flavors in town! Greater Expectations Catering and Meals to Go has some sweet {no not desserts!} additions to their store and SEEK was one of the first ones to get a taste! We also documented our day at GE in a video.  It [...]

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Consignments 1st ~ Give*a*Way

by TrishJune 23, 2010

I {MJ}discovered Consignments 1st about 2 years ago when it first opened. {located next to Big Lots on Battleground in Greensboro} I am always on a quest for something to tweak my home decor and I’m also on a budget. After several visits I realized I had found a spot that has [...]

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Marry Me Local ~ The Secret Tea Room

by TrishJune 21, 2010

Last week wrapped up with an amazing set of local vendors that I am so excited to tell you about. I am going to start tonight with my very first venue.

The Secret Tearoom

What a cute place! I was walking with my beau on State Street, after meeting with the fabulous Andrea Halsey (more to come about [...]

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The Saltbox

by TrishJune 18, 2010
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Do you know about The Saltbox on State Street in Greensboro? We have discovered a great find in the Triad full of Folk Art, Furniture and Custom Lighting. This Greensboro store has been around for over 35 years!  Take a few minutes to drink in the fabulous pictures Trish took during our visit!  She [...]

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The Extra Ingredient

by TrishJune 16, 2010
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We have always had a fondness for The Extra Ingredient.  That fondness has grown by twofold as we’ve gotten to know owners Art and Martha Nading.  They opened The Extra Ingredient in Greensboro in 1985. They are proud to say that after 25 years their store continues to be an independently owned and operated [...]

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Ashleigh’s Fine Papers

by TrishMay 3, 2010
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Welcome Triad to Ashleigh’s Fine Paper! We have done it again, fallen in love with another local and independently owned shop and shop keeper in the wonderful Triad city of Greensboro!

Ashleigh’s Fine Paper is a premiere destination for classic one of a kind invitations, stationery and gifts. Ashleigh has invitations and coordinating items for [...]

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Mary Miles Andrews

by TrishApril 19, 2010
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If you’ve been following us for a while, you might recall this cool lady… Mary Miles Andrews. She’s smart, classy and ohhhh so talented!!! We are excited to share with you all her latest goods. Mary Miles is savvy when it come to bringing the Triad exquisite and elegant linens to choose from.

You don’t already [...]

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Debuting My First Kitchen!

by MJApril 16, 2010
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Triad you are in for a special treat today as we introduce you to Kendra from My First Kitchen. She not only possess the “total food package”, but she is a talented writer as well. One day you will be able to say “Hey, I knew her before she had her own TV [...]

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Re-Inspiration with Laura Redd Interiors

by MJApril 14, 2010
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There is so much to love about Laura Redd of Laura Redd Interiors we don’t know where to start. Laura is a multi-talented woman who has accomplished quite a bit in the design business in Greensboro, NC over the years. In fact, she was featured yesterday on WMFY News 2! {Check out [...]

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me & e ~ LifeFactory Give*a*Way

by MJApril 12, 2010

me & e is giving away one LifeFactory water bottle to one lucky SEEK reader! Here is how:
1. Leave a comment on the SEEK website or SEEK FaceBook Fan Page
2  Become a Facebook Fan of me & e and come back to SEEK to tell us you did
3. Share this giveaway on your Facebook [...]

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Southern Ideal Home Show

by MJMarch 26, 2010

written by Angela Newsom, {www.thecouponmakeover.com}
So where are you headed this weekend? How about going out for a few freebies, along with some advice about your home, yard, garden, groceries, and more?
The Southern Ideal Home Show is being held this Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at the Greensboro Coliseum. Taking the theme of “Hundreds of Experts, [...]

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me & e

by TrishMarch 24, 2010
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We’ve been doing a little spring shopping in one of our favorite hot spots in Greensboro. ME & E shop owners Elizabeth and Mary Ellen are fresh from New York with some serious must haves!

First off, the Stickr Frames have been restocked and they have expanded their selection as well!  We love the Stickr [...]

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Let’s Dish ~ Give*A*Way ~ Dish meals for FREE!

by MJMarch 22, 2010
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We are super excited to tell the Triad about all the fun we have been having at Let’s Dish! We first discovered Let’s Dish when we did a little Dish-n-Dash the end of February! In March we were invited to a tasting with the Let’s Dish staff {they are so nice!} and got [...]

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Seek Fit Club ~ Give*a*Way!

by MJMarch 10, 2010
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Seek Reader Jobo was the winner of the Give*a*way. Please contact us so we can get you your discount. We do not have a e-mail address for you! Congratulations!!

This is the last week of our 8 week Seek Fit Club journey! It has been such a fun ride! Check out [...]

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Corks for Kids Path

by TrishFebruary 23, 2010

GREENSBORO‘S PREMIER
TASTING EVENT
Friday, February 26, 2010
The Regency Room
203 South Elm Street in Downtown Greensboro
7:00 – 11:00 pm
Only $50 per person
The tasting event will feature wines
exclusively selected by Zeto Wine and Cheese Shop, craft beers created by Natty Greene’s, hors d’oeuvres by Pepper Moon Catering, chocolates by Loco for Coco and a silent auction.
Zeto generously donates [...]

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223 South Elm

by TrishFebruary 20, 2010

Seek had a quick lunch date a couple weeks ago and happened to have our camera in tow. We didn’t necessarily have what was on the “Daily Specials”, but at 6 BUCKS a meal, we’ll be back!!! We were on the other hand happy with our food, service was pleasant and for a nice quiet [...]

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Thrill of the Hunt ~ Crafty Inspiration!

by MJFebruary 17, 2010
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Trish was on a hunt for a vintage broach for a project she has been working on. She knew right where to go, Thrill of the Hunt. Carol got it right when she picked the name for her Greensboro store. Her store is packed with so many vintage goodies! Here are [...]

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ReFab Exchange Boutique ~ Spring Wardrobe on a Budget

by MJFebruary 15, 2010
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I {MJ} started shopping at ReFab Exchange Boutique this winter and I just can’t stop! I get compliments on this killer leopard coat I got in there every time I wear it! Spring is hopefully on its way…please no more snow! Stressing about your Spring/Summer wardrobe? Then you need to get [...]

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Liquid Time & Co.

by TrishFebruary 11, 2010
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Okay Triad, are you craving a fabulous local artisan? Connie & Kevin Kissel and their incredible line, Liquid Time & Company is here to fill your need for some truly special and locally crafted jewelry! Our very own Trish (@ Life to the “T”) has been a fan and collector of LT & CO. for [...]

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Jack Cecil’s & TOMS

by TrishJanuary 27, 2010
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What is a “Style your Sole Party“?
A Style Your Sole Party is people coming together to express themselves and help children in need by customizing their own blank, canvas TOMS shoes for men, women and children.
Date: Saturday, February 27, 2010
Time: 11:00am – 4:00pm
Location: JACK CECIL Store located at 2920-D Martinsville Road, Greensboro, NC
Come [...]

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Spring Baseball Registration is Here!

by MJJanuary 25, 2010
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Yep, it is just about that time of year when we need to get our kids registered to play Spring Baseball! This year we hear that Proehific Park is going to be the hottest league to be playing for! They have put together a great baseball program that will be organized and run by [...]

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Forget Me Not Photography

by TrishJanuary 20, 2010
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Forget Me Not Photography and Boutique is looking for the cutest little kid in town.. and it could be yours!!!!
What’s the deal?
We want to celebrate our success, and more importantly its time for us to give back!!! With the success of the studio, and now the launch of Forget Me Not Boutique (officially opening at [...]

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National Letter Writing Month

by TrishJanuary 19, 2010
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Did you know that there is an entire month dedicated to the long lost art of letter writing?  In this world of email, Twitter, instant messaging, text messages, Facebook, Linkden, Stumble-Upon, myspace… and lets not forget the telephone, cell phone and Skype {forgive us if we missed someone or better yet something} Seek was [...]

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Smith Street Diner

by TrishJanuary 11, 2010
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Are you looking for a fabulous place to have breakfast in the Triad? Smith Street Diner is quietly placed in downtown Greensboro at 438 Battleground Ave. When you walk through the doors, you get what you’re looking for in a dinner, good food, good service and good atmosphere! They have a variety of goodies to [...]

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What Does “Getting Fit” Mean to You?

by MJJanuary 7, 2010
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We all have different definitions of what “being fit” means to us. I’m sure many of you have a vision of what you aspire to be. It is the beginning of a new year and a new decade. I see it as a fresh start to do something different than you’ve nver [...]

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