Shrek (fictional character)

'Amazing Race' recap, Crazy challenges in Christchurch

2013-03-04 04:03:00

You guys know Phil Keoghan is from Christchurch, New Zealand, right? Well, this week's episode takes place in his hometown, and no one is more excited about it than him. The tasks are all Things People Do in New Zealand Because They're Outnumbered by...

Curtain set to open on Howard County high school spring plays

2013-02-27 03:00:00

Even though she has starred in Broadway productions, Maya Goldman, 14, was thrilled to get a leading role in the Atholton High School performance of "The Wedding Singer," playing the character of Holly. Maya, a freshman at Atholton, starred as Cindy Lou...

Family pulled Loyola center Jordan Latham back to Baltimore

2012-12-24 17:10:00

The wristband caught his attention several times throughout a typical day. If he took a shower, the blue silicone bracelet stayed on. When he had basketball practice or a game, he moved it from his wrist to his ankle. Pictures of red, yellow and blue...

Head out for the holidays

2012-12-03 11:57:00

The holidays are here before you know it and often gone before you've had a chance to sample any of the wonderful seasonal offerings. Taking a day trip to any of these destinations will provide a quick cup of cheer. New Market Shadrack's Christmas Light...

Glenwood/Glenelg/Dayton: At Bushy Bear, fundraiser features pig-kissing principal

2012-11-06 16:10:00

In mid-October, Bushy Park Elementary School held its second annual Bushy Bear Dash, a fun-filled day of fundraising with proceeds benefiting class assemblies, in-school field trips, curriculum advancements, and future school projects. The school goal...

Obama was sizzle, not steak, and now the sizzle is gone

2012-10-08 04:00:00

It was the Puss in Boots eyes. If you've seen the "Shrek" movies or the spin-off cartoon starring the storybook cat voiced by Antonio Banderas, you know what I'm talking about. Whenever Puss in Boots really needs something from someone, he flashes...

Engaged: Emily Farbman and Ross Taylor

2012-08-13 10:48:00

Wedding Day: August 25, 2012 Her story: Emily Farbman, 25, grew up in Owings Mills. She lives in Canton and is in her fourth year of the audiology doctoral program at Towson University. Her father, Howard Farbman, is president of American Lumber Corp....

Datebook

2012-06-22 00:00:00

Sunday, June 24 Cowboy monkey rodeo The Team Ghost Riders Cowboy Monkey Rodeo rides into Prince George's Stadium as the Bowie Baysox take on the Reading Phillies at 2:05 p.m. Information: 301-464-4865 or baysox.com. Movie A free screening of "Shrek"...

Day Trip

2012-02-17 16:37:56

Fairfax, Va. Blake Shelton Stop by for Weekends at Mason to see country singer (and NBC's "The Voice" celebrity vocal coach) Blake Shelton's "Well Lit & Amplified" tour. Performing at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 25, on the campus of George Mason...

'American Idol' recap: Auditions, Day 2

2012-01-19 20:32:00

This time, "Idol" pays a visit to Pittsburgh, the City of Champions. Is this where we will find the ultimate winner then? THIS! Is "American Idol"! Side note: I love how the Scotty McCreery clip that the producers added to the opening credits this...

West Friendship: Celestial Searchers Club ends year with a celebratory party

2011-12-28 00:00:00

The night sky the week of Dec. 13 was nothing short of magnificent. For those who took the time to peer at the moon or the still sky, the beauty of winter was evident. Joel Goodman, founder of the Celestial Searchers and NatureSphere curator at the...

Shrek, Merry Madagascar ice show comes to National Habor

2011-08-11 08:32:00

Gaylord Hotels and DreamWorks Entertainment are teaming up in a promotion at the four Gaylord properties — including Gaylord National at National Harbor, on the Potomac nearWashington. Shrek, Fiona, Alex the Lion, Po, King Julien, Puss in Boots,...

** (out of four) What we said:"More of the same--Shrek has self-esteem issues, we got it--and it never shifts from a lazy stroll to an adventure of fairy tale proportions." -- Matt Pais

2013-03-05 13:48:00

This year: "Beverly Hills Cop" (CBS) Previously on "Tower Heist" "Shrek" "Saturday Night Live"

2013-02-04 15:44:07

The animated hit "Shrek" debuts in theaters. The filmmakers deny it, but according to urban legend, there are several visual references to Notre Dame in the movie. And no, it's not because Shrek's skin is as green as a four-leaf clover.

2013-01-02 12:36:00