Archive for December 2011

Realistic New Year's resolutions

December 21, 2011 - 02:42 PM
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If you are hoping to start the New Year off on a healthy note, nutritionist Rebecca Scritchfield is here just in time to help you set resolutions that you can live with.

 

 

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New Year's Eve getaways

December 21, 2011 - 02:33 PM
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Poshbrood's Elizabeth Thorp has the skinny on the coolest New Year's Eve getaways.

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Learn to make homemade pasta

December 20, 2011 - 03:47 PM
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Pasta is one of those foods that everyone loves to eat, but few of us know how to make. Chef Luigi Diotaiuti from Al Tiramisu is here to show us how easy and versatile homemade pasta can be.

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Tips for selling a home in a down economy

December 20, 2011 - 03:34 PM
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If your house or apartment has been on the market for months and isn't selling, you might want to hear what realtor Lizzy Walker Conroy has to say.

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Avoiding the traps of New Year's resolutions

December 20, 2011 - 03:20 PM
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2011 is coming to an end and that means New Year's resolutions are almost upon us.  How can you make sure you don't break your resolutions within the first few weeks? Dr. Andrea Bonior has some tips.

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Holiday gift wrapping 101

December 19, 2011 - 03:41 PM
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Gina Tepper is the queen of crafts and she shows Melanie and Natasha how to add a special touch when wrapping your holiday gifts.

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Creating holiday inspired bouquets

December 19, 2011 - 03:18 PM
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Sarah von Pollaro of Urban Petals shows Melanie how to make beautiful holiday bouquets and centerpieces.

 

 

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Entertaining ideas for New Year's Eve

December 15, 2011 - 03:30 PM
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Khadijia Mayo Morrow, President of Avant Garde Event Boutique, shows us a few chic, easy and inexpensive entertaining ideas for New Year's Eve. 

 

 

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Surviving the holiday season

December 15, 2011 - 03:12 PM
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For many the holidays are a wonderful time to connect with friends and family but this season can also bring unwelcome guests, stress and depression. Body Language expert Chris Ulrich has five tools we can use to thrive in the holiday season.

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Dealing with difficult family members

December 14, 2011 - 05:29 PM
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Is there someone in your immediate or extended family who gets on your nerves? Studies have found that over 70% of us have a frustrating or difficult relative who stirs up conflicts. And while it’s normal to have some stressful family interactions, there are specific things you can do to significantly change how you respond to these difficult individuals who are in your life for the long-haul.

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Spice up your cup of hot chocolate

December 14, 2011 - 05:22 PM
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Up your game when it comes to making hot chocolate at home with three simple recipes. Metrocurean's Amanda McClements shows us how to infuse the milk with exotic spices and spike it for an adults-only version.

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Why today’s teens are more stressed out than ever

December 7, 2011 - 04:27 PM
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Ann Dolin is the the founder of Educational Connections and discusses why today's teens are feeling more stress than ever before and what we can do about it.

 

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Holliday gifts for the men in your life

December 7, 2011 - 03:27 PM
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If you have not started your holiday shopping, we have some ideas!  Leo Schmid is the DC editor at Thrillist and he's here to share some gift ideas for all the men in your life.

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Hairspray now playing at Signature Theatre

December 2, 2011 - 04:30 PM
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The hit musical Hairspray has hit the stage at Signature Theatre and runs through January 29th. Tune in for a sneak peak!

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Curbing the holiday "gimmies"

December 2, 2011 - 04:15 PM
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Alisa Weinstein is the author of Earn It, Learn It and has a look at some of the best ways to educate your kids about the true value of a gift.

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