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Saturday, July 4, 2009

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Niagara Gorge-eous

It’s not just the Turkish rugs. Or the oversized leather chairs. Or the woodwork, wall sconces or matchstick blinds. It’s how it all comes together to create a comfortable home where conversation among friends may continue until someone notices it’s 2:30 a.m. (Updated: 07/03/09 8:29 AM )

THE BLUE PRINT

Gleaming woodwork and plenty of it, comfortable chairs and soft lighting are just a few elements that make the Niagara Falls home of Artie Vanderpool and Scott Akdogan so cozy. (Updated: 07/03/09 8:24 AM )

Going on a research spree

We have discovered a great way to save money. Researching, but never buying. (Updated: 07/03/09 6:55 AM )

Garden Notes /News of area clubs and events

The second annual Lavender Festival featuring artisans, growers, farmers’ market and more will take place from 10 a. m. to 4 p. m. Saturday at Angelica’s Park Circle, Angelica (Allegany County). Sally Cunningham, garden writer, lecturer and consultant, will speak at 11 a. m. Visit www.projectlavender.com . ••• (Updated: 07/03/09 6:55 AM )

Other Life News

Design Notes

Star treatment (Updated: 07/03/09 6:55 AM )

Curt's Stop In: Classic grill selections done well

It took us a few minutes to find Curt’s, tucked away at the corner of Hawley Road right near where the construction work begins on Route 5. But when we pulled into the parking lot, we found that the building is decorated with large drawings of Curt’s food—a package of curly fries with big eyes and a smile, a dancing burger, a happy hot dog, a frosty mug of soda. (Updated: 07/03/09 8:50 AM )

Best Bets

1. Get your game on this summer at the Central Wharf. (Updated: 07/02/09 7:24 AM )

The Buzz

The people’s opera (Updated: 07/02/09 7:00 AM )

Social Notes

The women’s golf division of Park Country Club of Buffalo will hold its annual Rally for the Cure tournament Tuesday at the club, followed by lunch on the terrace. There also will be a silent auction. Proceeds will benefit the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. (Updated: 07/02/09 7:00 AM )

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Duplicate Bridge: July 4

The Amherst Bridge Club at the Airport, 247 Cayuga Road, Cheektowaga will be the only local bridge club open the Independence Day weekend with triple points at 11:30 a.m. today, Saturday, July 4, and 12:30 p.m. Sunday, July 5. Monday the club begins a week of triple red points at all games.

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