Applications for Commission vacancy due Dec. 16
December 14, 2013
NEW — 3 p.m. Dec. 14, 2013
John Drescher’s election to the City Council means the Newcastle Planning Commission has a vacancy, and the city is seeking applicants for the position.
Drescher’s position will be vacated by Dec. 31. A newly appointed commissioner will begin serving the unexpired term Jan. 1 and will continue until July 31, 2016.
Applicants must be at least 18 years of age, and reside within the city or its potential annexation areas as set forth in the Comprehensive Plan.
Interested parties should submit an application, letter of interest and résumé to the City Clerk’s office by 5 p.m. Dec. 16. Read more
Local businesses host Toys for Tots event
December 11, 2013
NEW — 4:35 p.m. Dec. 11, 2013
The Newcastle community is invited to help make the holidays a little brighter for children in need by contributing a gift at a Dec. 14 Toys for Toys event.
Newcastle Fruit and Produce and Newcastle Heated Storage have teamed up to host the daylong event, while the Newcastle Starbucks will provide coffee and pastries.
Attendees can drop off new, unwrapped toys at the Newcastle Fruit and Produce stand from noon to 4 p.m. Dec. 14.
The primary goal of Toys for Tots is to deliver, through a new toy at Christmas, a message of hope to less fortunate youngsters that will assist them in becoming responsible, productive, patriotic citizens.
Cornerstone Studio’s ‘The Nutcracker’ is its biggest ever
December 10, 2013
By Christina Corrales-Toy
Cornerstone Studio students use the mirror to watch their movements as they rehearse for the dance school’s production of “The Nutcracker.”
The classic holiday ballet “The Nutcracker” is infamous for its Tchaikovsky-scored elegance and timeless story.
The show is performed in studios across the country, punctuated by extravagant sets, glamorous costumes and opulent choreography.
Cornerstone Studio’s production includes all of the grace and style of the original, but it is also likely the only one that mixes in a break-dancing scene or two. Read more
Chamber hosts final luncheon of the year
December 9, 2013
NEW — 2:45 p.m. Dec. 9, 2013
The Newcastle Chamber of Commerce will host professional life coach Nancy Carlstrom at its Dec. 11 luncheon.
Carlstrom will share tips and tools to minimize the holiday stress, including:
- Understanding the functions and power of the right and left brain
- Recognizing the brain can be used as a record of the past or as a road map to the future
- Utilizing cognitive behavior strategies intended to put a new spin on an old story
- Finding the power to keep the “happy” in your Happy Holidays Read more
