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New York HOUSE Magazine — December 2004 > View the eMagazine—our digital edition FEATURE STORY: Essential Shaker BY JONATHAN D. KING Sacred, simple, yet sophisticated, Shaker furniture stands the test of time. FEATURE STORY: Pioneer Spirit BY JEFF ECONOMY From rustic homestead to modern idyll, the log home retains its rugged spirit. BEST IN GREEN BUILDING COMPETITION Click here to learn more! FEATURE STORY: Alone Together BY SUSAN KRAWITZ In the Catskill Mountain enclave of Elka Park, tradition still reigns. FEATURE STORY: Great Gifts for the Home BY SUSAN PIPERATO Hudson Valley offerings for the holiday season. FROM THE EDITOR: Colonial Revival LETTERS TO THE EDITOR: From Our Readers PERSONAL SPACE: Gaudi on the Hudson A space that combines art and living, La Casa Del Arte is the perfect artist's home. ENTRYWAY: December Yule I have forgotten much, but still remember The poinsetta's red, blood-red in warm December - Claude McKay, from "Flame-Heart" MY HUDSON VALLEY: Molehills to Mountains Size doesn't always matter. AREA SPOTLIGHT: Beacon, Dutchess County Aided by a vital arts scene, the city of Beacon experiences a renaissance. FEATURE STORY: Happy Holidays BY BETH BLIS The Hudson Valley celebrates the season of lights. IN THE GARDEN: Taking Stock Before winter sets in, taking a moment to look back...and look forward. FARM NOTES: Merry Farmer A compendium of gift ideas for the farmer on your list. GET IT DONE: Winter Checklist Complete these energy-saving projects before winter sets in for good. ASK THE EXPERT: Norm MacKay, Realtor What should I know when searching for a home? RENOVATION: Colonial Revisited A stone farmhouse in uptown Kingston is adopted by an intrepid impresario. HOUSE HOROSCOPES: December Home Horoscopes This month our astrologer offers Decoroscopes - decorating tips to fit your sign. BACK PORCH: Watching the Clock Leonie Lacouette started making clocks about 20 years ago...

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GREEN EVENTS

> 9/16 – 9/17—East Coast Green – Meeting The Architecture 2030 Goals (Atlantic City). Sustainability is one of AIA's top priorities and climate change is everyone's concern, crossing state and regional boundaries. This conference will seek to benchmark how we are doing at meeting the Architecture 2030 goals and what still needs to be done. Bally's Hotel Casino, Atlantic City, NJ. All Day. More info here.
> Ongoing—WATER: H2O = LIFE (New York City). Examine the most vital liquid on Earth through a series of exhibits at the American Museum of Natural History.
> E-mail us to list your event here

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RESOURCES
> New Jersey & Company — Business & Green news
> NYInc — Business & Green news
> NY House Magazine — Green Real Estate
> The Daily Green — The consumer's guide to green
> Green Inc. Blog — NYTimes.com — Energy and Green Business

GREEN NEWS SOURCES
> Alternative Energy News
> Climate Biz
> Climate Change News Digest
> Environmental News Network
> Global Climate Change from BBC News
> Green Business News
> GreenBiz.com
> Green Tech from CNET
> Greener Choices from Consumer Reports
> Greentech Media
> Greenwire
> Point Carbon
> Renewable Energy World
> Yale Environment 360
> Washington Post: Green Science. Policy. Living

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CONTESTS/COMPETITIONS

Best in Green Building Competition 08
See the innovative & inspiring homes submitted!

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