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No need to table the topic; options plentiful

DEAR GAIL: We bought a new sofa and love seat and want to purchase new tables. What size and shape should we look for? Plus, should all the tables match or can we mix them up and do something different? In the past we’ve always purchased a complete matching set. — Suzan

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First Friday event to ‘color’ Las Vegas Design Center

Local events

December 3

Palms prefer water frequently

: We recently bought a foreclosed home. There are no dripping or sprinkler systems in place as the previous owner had a dog who chewed them up. I know that they did not receive water for a few months. The backyard has two huge tall palm trees along with a short but very lively palm. Although I know that there is a layer of palm fronds that needs to be trimmed, I noticed that the fronds are turning brown and I do not want to see them die. So, in the interim I have moved the river rock away from the base of the trees and have taken the water hose and watered the bases of them in the morning and the evening when the sun is not bearing directly on them. I am not sure how long to run the water and do not want to overwater them.

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HOLIDAY PICK-ME-UPS

Although stores have been filled with holiday decorations for weeks, for most of us the holidays don’t truly arrive until today. And with them come a gaggle of guests to your home.

Adding phone jack can be easy or hard

: I wanted to add another telephone jack in my house, so I called the telephone company to set it up. The price they quoted was too much. I only want to install a jack on the opposite side of the wall from where there is already a working jack. Is this difficult?

Las Vegas projects win inaugural GAVA honors

GAVA, Global AquaTekture Visionary Awards, recently announced the winners of its inaugural competition that recognized the innovative spirit and creativity of water-themed designs.

Letters sought for Walker’s holiday giveaway

Walker Furniture is seeking letters on behalf of individuals and families in need in Clark County for the company’s 16th annual Home for the Holidays program. As in years past, the company will be supplying needy families with a houseful of brand-new furniture in time for the holiday season.

Harsh desert sun can damage apples

: I kept an article you wrote about apple trees from June 2007. From what I have read, they need to have full sun. I have space on the east side of the house which gets shade. Will they do OK there? It is between the house and the street and I was thinking that some shade in summer will keep the fruit from getting baked in the sun.

Local events

Nov. 19

BRIEFS

Home expert to visit Lowe’s

Certain crafts require adept skills of professionals

DEAR DESIGNER: I plan to remodel my guest bathroom. My husband and I are handy but we’ve never done a project like this before. In order to save money I want to call in experts only as needed. Which professionals will give me the biggest bang for my buck? — Althea

Sleep like a baby

Luxurious, comfortable bedding that cradles your body as you sleep doesn’t have to cost a fortune.

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