INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Both your school and local community can be a wealth of untapped help. Just make sure to get permission before posting the flyers. Give specific examples of some of the items needed to move forward with the set design for the production. This will make people think about specific items they might have to donate or lend rather than them having to think and come up with their own. If your school has a newsletter that is mailed or emailed out to parents, ask if the newsletter could include your flyer. Consider including the flyer on other social media sites as well. If you and your theater crew have the time, consider hosting a fundraiser or a bake sale to raise additional funds. This is something that should be done a few months in advance of the production as it can help spread the word early that the production is in need of help. Your school may have a roomful of old tables, desks, and chairs that are not currently being used in a classroom. These items will be simple furnishings to use for set pieces. If that standard plastic or metal chair does not fit the decor for the scene, try covering it with a large piece of extra fabric or a blanket to create a stylish covering. A lot of different school club activities and sporting events bring in people from the community. Setting up a small table with a donations jar and information about the upcoming play will raise funds for the production, and spread local awareness about the event. Just make sure to get the necessary permission from your school to do this. Make sure to also have flyers to hand out to people at the event. If the flyer lists specific items you need for the production, you may even get some people interested in lending furniture or clothing to the production.

SUMMARY: Post flyers around the school and town requesting donations. Plan a fundraiser or a bake sale. Ask an authority figure at your school if you could borrow unused items. Set up a donation stand at school or sporting events.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: There are tons of options for makeup removers, so try narrowing down the choices by what works best for your skin. If you have oily skin or break out often, look for something oil-free. If you have very sensitive skin, you'll want a gentle, fragrance-free remover. Oil is a necessary ingredient when you're trying to remove waterproof mascara, because it dissolves the oils in the makeup (instead of being repelled, like water). Oil-free makeup remover does exist, but it's not as effective for removing mascara as oil-based makeup removers. Dual-phase cleansers are good for everyday use. These cleansers contain a water-based and oil-based mixture. Simply shake the bottle, saturate a cotton pad, and apply to your face for a gentle, effective cleanser removal. Cleansing water works well on sensitive skin and regular, non-waterproof mascara. It's best to stick to an actual eye make up remover, since it's specifically made to be used around your eyes, but baby shampoo is an effective replacement if you run out. Use a chemical and fragrance-free baby shampoo if you can. Many "no tears" formulas actually have a numbing agent, which will only mask the irritating effects. Try not to use these too often, as they can be rough on the thin skin around your eyes. If the wipes are not specifically for eyes, look for a brand that is alcohol-free. Petroleum jelly is a byproduct of gasoline, and unless you know the brand you're using has been thoroughly refined and purified (Vaseline is one such brand), it's not something you want near your eyes. Petroleum jelly does not actively hydrate your skin. If your skin is clean and moisturized it can seal the moisture in and keep it from evaporating, but it is not a replacement for moisturizer itself.

SUMMARY: Buy an eye-makeup remover formulated for your skin type. Try baby oil if you run out of your usual cleanser. Use a makeup-removing wipe when you just can't make it to the sink. Avoid petroleum jelly (also known as mineral oil), or use very sparingly.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Spontaneity can throw you off, but it's also an unavoidable part of life. If you want to have good luck, you will need to learn to adapt to unplanned events and embrace the possible outcomes. For example, you might be surprised at work with overtime, and your social plans for the night might be ruined. Sometimes overtime is just overtime and nothing more comes of it. Consider the possibility, however, that your boss will see you working hard and without complaint during that overtime. By leaving a good impression, you may unintentionally encourage your boss to give you greater opportunity within the company, which could lead to better pay or a higher sense of job satisfaction. Share your story with friendly strangers and acquaintances. You may make a connection with someone unexpected, and that connection might prove more beneficial than you ever could have imagined. You don't need to tell your entire life story to every stranger you meet, but when the opportunity presents itself, take the time to have a real conversation with someone you may not know very well yet. Ask the people you meet about their lives, including their dreams and struggles. More often than not, they will return the favor and ask you about yours. Aside from meeting new people, you also need to maintain good relationships with the people already in your life. Learn to trust others and let yourself rely on them when the time is appropriate. These relationships can also benefit you in unexpected ways. You need to maintain your ties to people in both your personal and professional life. For good or for ill, the people around you are usually responsible for half if not more of your luck. If you push people away or neglect your relationships, the lucky breaks that others might lead you to will be lost. Chasing a goal is great, but every now and then, you should reassess your goals and ask yourself if they are really working for you as well as they could. When you get a sign pointing you in a different direction, consider following it. Avoid sticking with something just because you've invested time and money in it. Maybe you dreamed of becoming a doctor but realized you hated the work once you started your pre-med studies. Perhaps you've spent the last decade working in sales but have recently acquired a taste for human resources. If your past goals no longer align with who you are and what you want for your life, it's time to re-think them. Bad things happen, but oftentimes, these bad things could have been worse and may even have a positive side. Learn to look for the good in all situations. Something you once thought of as "bad luck" may actually be "good luck" from a different angle. For instance, if you returned from a blind date that went horribly wrong, look for a silver lining. At least your date wasn't a dangerous person who put your life or well-being at risk. The experience is also over and, while you may not see it now, may have taught you a few valuable lessons that you'll realize in a few weeks. Lastly, meeting the wrong guy or gal now narrows down the field and may help you find the right one later.

SUMMARY:
Embrace the unplanned. Converse with the people you meet. Maintain good relationships. Keep an open mind. Look on the bright side.