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Holiday Decor Marks Mall Revamp

Anne Vazquez — Fri, 17 Dec 2010 15:23:40 +0000

Wrapped in a big red bow, a CT shopping center hails the holiday season.

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Tips on Making the Holiday Season More Sustainable

Heidi Schwartz — Tue, 14 Dec 2010 15:33:38 +0000

"There are lots of ways to make this a more sustainable holiday season," says Stephen Ashkin, president of The Ashkin Group. "And just remember, every sustainable gift we give is also a gift honoring our planet."

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Holiday Construction

Anne Vazquez — Fri, 18 Dec 2009 16:43:58 +0000

The Chicago Theatre was recreated by a team from VOA Associates Inc. for the annual “Gingerbuild” competition held at the Allsteel/Gunlocke Chicago Resource Center.

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FRIDAY FUNNY: It Wouldn’t Happen To A Facility Manager

Heidi Schwartz — Fri, 11 Dec 2009 15:54:32 +0000

This little gem has been floating around the Internet this week, but I thought it would be appropriate to share with anyone in the construction/facilities/building profession who may have missed it.

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An LED New Year’s Eve

Anne Vazquez — Fri, 11 Dec 2009 15:01:07 +0000

Philips Electronics has participated in lighting the Times Square Ball for 10 years, with a conversion of the numerals (2-0-1-0) to LED technology this year.

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Security Tips For Retailers During The Holidays

Anne Vazquez — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 15:23:57 +0000

With the financial challenges of a recession and rising crime rates, malls and shopping centers this holiday season are, as always, targets for criminal activity.

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FRIDAY FUNNY: Everyone Likes a Good Carving

Heidi Schwartz — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 14:49:37 +0000

As a morale and teamwork building exercise, Halloween at the office efforts can be a great management tool.

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Edible Edifices

Anne Vazquez — Tue, 23 Dec 2008 14:38:52 +0000

Allsteel's third annual "Gingerbuild" challenged participants to create works of art.

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FRIDAY FUNNY: Seasonal Jokes to Share at the Office Holiday Party

Heidi Schwartz — Fri, 19 Dec 2008 16:00:25 +0000

Today's Friday Funny just so happens to coincide with the holiday party for those of us who produce FacilityBlog. And in honor of the occasion, here are some "jokes" that should produce at least a groan among co-workers (and they're all clean, too)!

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Holiday Cheer On A Budget

Anne Vazquez — Fri, 12 Dec 2008 14:18:50 +0000

Even if holiday expenditures need to be reduced, facilities personnel can help keep spirits up.

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University Adopts LED Lighting For Holiday Tradition

Anne Vazquez — Tue, 09 Dec 2008 14:47:23 +0000

Last week at the University of Virginia, students and faculty gathered for the eighth annual Lighting of the Lawn ceremony.

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WEIRD WEDNESDAY: Restrooms Back In Times Square For The Holidays

Anne Vazquez — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 14:58:02 +0000

For the third year, Charmin has placed 20 deluxe stalls in the heart of this tourist area to make it a little easier for New Yorkers and visitors alike.

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FRIDAY FUNNY: Black Friday Countdown

Heidi Schwartz — Fri, 21 Nov 2008 15:48:45 +0000

The holiday shopping season will kick into gear in just one week, but with such a gloomy economic picture looming, many people are wondering just how much–or how little–goodwill and cheer they can muster by the time Christmas rolls around. Extravagant office parties are being scaled down or even canceled, and Secret Santas may go on hiatus as co-workers struggle to prioritize their holiday spending practices.

But have no fear, FacilityBlog fans. There are several affordable and humorous gift items out there, just waiting to be added anonymously to the pile under the corporate Christmas tree. Here’s one suggestion,

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Times Square New Year’s Eve Ball Unveiled

Anne Vazquez — Mon, 17 Nov 2008 15:00:45 +0000

The co-organizers of New Year’s Eve in Times Square (Times Square Alliance, Countdown Entertainment) unveiled a new Times Square New Year’s Eve Ball last week at Hudson Scenic Studio in Yonkers, New York.

The New Year's Eve Ball to ring in 2009 in NYC.

The New Year’s Eve Ball is a 12 foot geodesic sphere, double the size of previous Balls, and weighs 11,875 pounds. Covered in 2,668 Waterford Crystals and powered by 32,256 Philips Luxeon Rebel LEDS, the new Ball is capable of creating a palette of more than 16 million vibrant colors and billions of patterns.

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WEIRD WEDNESDAY: 10/16/08 Is National Boss Day (Unless You Work For A “Seagull Manager”)

Heidi Schwartz — Wed, 15 Oct 2008 11:32:47 +0000

If you are unfortunate enough to be working for a seagull manager, perhaps a copy of this article should find its way onto his or her desk on National Boss’s Day.

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Happy Columbus Day!

Heidi Schwartz — Mon, 13 Oct 2008 13:51:00 +0000

FacilityBlog wishes all of its guests a happy Columbus day. I’m not entirely sure what that means, but our offices are closed today. Are yours?