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Party philosophy: When to spend big on fiestas
Published on - January 28th, 2013 (by Sarah Gilbert)
I grew up in a family not given to extravagance with regard to birthdays. Not that we could have been extravagant if we would have wanted to. With five children close together in age, a dad who'd pursued ministry as a career (and not one of those relatively lucrative evangelical TV ministries, either), and a mother at home with us, money was tight.
As an adult in my 20s, birthday parties meant dinners out at a nice restaurant; perhaps a very nice one, but never more than $100 all told.
And then came parenting. We had a pretty good-sized bash at the zoo for my oldest on his first birthday to the tune of $200 or so. But by the time he was 3 years old and I was the mother of more than one very small child with a full-time job, I didn't have the energy for big birthday parties nor the inclination for something extravagant. I baked cupcakes for everyone. We bought hot dogs from the local hot dog place. This was pretty much the extent of it.
Lately, though, I've been observing friends planning huge bashes, usually for their beloved, only children, or hearing about wedding-style fiestas for quinceaneras. From my years living in the Northeast, I've been exposed to the enormity of coming-of-age parties for bar mitzvahs and bat mitzvahs. I know friends spend upwards of $1,000 for their children's birthday parties. And those rite-of-passage-style parties can be 10 or 20 times that.
I've come to believe that, while experiences are the things that make us the most happy (if we're determined to spend our money on something), parties are rarely the best way to spend resources. Surely, I have thought, the same joy and celebration could be achieved through less profligate means. I've never been so happy as during an especially hilarious writers' group evening (wine: $20 between seven people; cheese and bread and chocolate: $15; babysitting: $40) or a night out with a friend at a play (tickets: $40; snacks afterward: $20) or reading (free!). But there must be some guidelines for when it's OK to spent the big bucks for a party, right?
Well, maybe. Here are my rules:
1. Party when it's an important part of your culture.
Quinceaneras and bar/bat mitzvahs are both cultural festivals that celebrate not just the child's progress from childhood to adulthood but also connect them to the community at large. They are markers of identity and self-assurance. They are meant to give young adults confidence in themselves and show them how their family and community embraces them as they transition from the family of origin to the world at large.
2. Party when you or your child/family member has reached an important milestone.
Not Jewish or a part of a Hispanic community? Perhaps you have managed to make all those goals you set for yourself when turning 40. Maybe your teenager has wowed your family and his high school with grades and community service, and you want to throw a graduation party to remember. Or maybe your partner has sacrificed herself to a service-oriented job for decades, and you want to mark her retirement in a huge way. (Or maybe it's a boring corporate job, and you honor her for her stick-to-it-iveness. I'll drink to that!)
There are so many times in our lives when we or our family members have shown an exemplary spirit or accomplishment that make them worthy of celebration. By all means, throw a party! But…
3. Party when you can do so without incurring debt.
I was all for the quinceaneras celebrated on the NPR show I was listening to until I heard, "$6,000 on credit cards." (The whole party was $15,000.) One of my biggest regrets as an adult is financing my wedding through debt. In retrospect, I would have been happy with a DIY wedding worth one-eighth of that cost, if only I'd had the right perspective. Yes to the party. No to the credit cards.
If you're celebrating a cultural event or an important milestone, chances are you've had plenty of time to think about this. Save what you can and make that your party budget. If your friends and family are celebrating with a spirit of love and generosity, they'll understand if you can't throw a $100-per-plate party for 200 at the art museum. (And if they can't, who wants 'em?)
4. Party for the celebrant alone.
My husband worked for many years for a leading local caterer and would come home with tales of parties that blew my mind. So often it would seem that the party was not so much for the person being celebrated as for the throwers of the party, and I think this is most often true of some parents. You don't need to blow anyone's mind. You just need to have a good time and show someone you love them. Throw a party with a spirit of personal humility. Don't hire two bands, or the top-of-the-market caterer, or the ballrooms usually reserved for society weddings. You can manage to demonstrate the importance of the event to the celebrant without also showing how you're the richest, spendiest, most tasteful parent or spouse or sibling ever to grace the streets of your community. Be humble. Make this about the person being celebrated, not about yourself, and you'll find the spending can be a lot easier to keep under control.
5. Party with people who want to party.
I look at my wedding photos and wish I could do it all over again. Lots of the people there are no longer in my life, and it's through no fault of theirs. They were colleagues of myself or my husband, or distant family we felt obligated to invite. Better a small party with people whose photos you will still look at fondly in years to come than a big party whose debts you will still be cursing in years to come.
Similarly, I am often bowled over with both gratitude and exhaustion with the way parents in my children's classes invite every single child to birthday parties. I admire their spirit of generosity but find it hard to attend as many as we are invited to in busy birthday months. Birthday parties for 5-, 6- and 7-year-olds can be terrific, but they take an enormous amount of energy. They can be more fun for parents and children alike if they're kept cozy.
6. Party for a cause?
This isn't for everyone, but I think it's a great (and almost subversive, but still admirable!) idea. One of my friends turned 40 during a period of unemployment. Determined to celebrate anyway, she organized a charitable bash for a local non-profit in honor of her birthday, selling tickets to cover food and drinks and negotiating a donated venue. It was fun, it didn't strain her non-existent budget, and she also made a big donation that day. Win-win-win!
7. Party low-key.
We've all heard of "bride-zillas." If not, they're the women who become monsters while planning their weddings. I can see how I could so easily become a mom-zilla for my children's parties, in a parallel universe in which I kept at the six-figure job. The bigger the budget, the easier to let the party take you over and become a thing of such enormous expectations that it stops being fun. I'm hoping to plan a 40th birthday celebration for my husband this spring, and I'm hoping to make it a potluck, asking friends to bring dishes that remind them of him. I hope it will keep me from becoming an anxious wreck, show him his friends and family care about him, and keep to my budget. Maybe I won't be able to add the decorations to Pinterest afterwards, but I'll get over it.
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For the kid parties, I've tried to balance giving my kids a special day without making them spoiled demanding brats who think the universe revolves around them. When they were under 10, we only gave parties for the odd birthday years, and never spent more than $100. Of course, this meant the party was at home and I did the bulk of the work. In even years, we had a quiet family-only celebration.
When they got older, we would usually do a day-trip to a destination of their choice, sometimes with a friend or two along. Now that our older son is in college, he gets a nice dinner at a restaurant of his choice and money in his checking account. For his high school graduation party, we had a joint party with three of his classmates whose families have very similar social circles. This saved a ton of money. We're hoping to do something similar when his younger brother graduates in June.
I've been saying for years that one of the biggest upsides to this lousy economy is the enormous little kid birthday parties seem to be going the way of the dinosaur. Where there used to be a dozen or so every year, now there now might be two or three.
I think weddings can fall into the special cases of bar mitzvahs and quinceaneras. I hated paying for our wedding – our goal was to get through it without embarassing ourselves at work while still honoring our familial (which were really religious) obligations.
The problem with throwing a Church wedding in the northeastern part of the country is that is raises expectations everywhere, but most importantly at work. And while our families and friends would have been fine with a kegger at the VFW, the people from work, on whom our careers depended, would've looked askance at it. And there was no way to get out of inviting them without offending them.
Like it or not, once we stated we were having a church wedding it became both a social and business event. We managed to get it done beautifully and completely for right around 8 grand (mid 1990′s).
Unlike Sarah, I wish I had enjoyed the planning more instead of spending every waking moment for months worrying and resenting the costs. My husband actually did the bulk of the planning, mostly because the money, which we definitely didn't have, stressed me out too much. I wish I had tuned in more to the fact that our wedding was a once in a lifetime expense.
We just threw our first 'big birthday party' for our kids. Before now we've always done only family parties with a big cake and a trip to a museum or park and where the birthday kid gets to chose whatever they want for dinner.
Why change? We're a highly mobile family and this is the first time our boys birthdays have rolled around where they had an established peer group and friends in school, and we'll be abroad for my work soon so this was their big chance to have an American kid-birthday party. I wanted to give them that experience while I could.
It wasn't the financial or logistical stress I expected. They're 5 and 7 and their birthdays are 3 weeks apart, so we did one party for the both of them. We were able to use the community room of a local apartment complex for free, we hired a Mad Scientist to come entertain the kids and I raided the post Halloween sales for decorations. I'd budgeted $500, and we went a bit over because more people came (and needed fed!) than we expected. So, just because we made the splurge doesn't mean we went overboard with it. We pulled the money out of an account we have for 'splurges' and in the end I'm glad I spent and an experience I'm glad we had.
It's also one we won't be doing every year — we've already told our boys that their birthday next year will not involve a party, and will probably be a family activity again. Although I'm looking for something special that takes advantage of the fact that we'll be based in the Caribbean, since now that they're a little older making the birthday kid feel special is worth spending a little money. It's hitting the sweet spot on a curve of diminishing returns that's important to me — maximizing the bang for the buck, as it were.
My older one is 4.5 and so far we've avoided the "American" kid birthdays for both her and our 2-year old. We usually invite their friends from our (immigrant) community, together with their parents (our friends) and we don't go big on decorating, aside from me making a nice themed cake. So it may be a big party numbers-wise but not wild and on the cheap side. The kids don't do formal activities, they just run around the house and backyard and entertain themselves most of the time.
However this year we'll have to join the crowd for her 5th birthday. She has been invited to a lot of parties from her preschool friends, they are all done in kids activities places, and usually for a group of 10-20 kids. Peer pressure is quite real, and I would feel uncomfortable not to invite them this time at least. However, I don't see myself entertaining a group of American preschoolers, expecting games, organized fun and whatever not. And wondering how to entertain the parents at the same time, or if we offer drop off, wondering whether we'll run into a liability problem if some kid happens to fall (the stories we've heard here are just scary). So for me the piece of mind is quite worth the expense of renting a place, even if it ends up $200 or so.
Otherwise this is a good article and I do agree #3 is the main point.
You've obviously not heard of the Northeast Sweet Sixteen extravaganzas. 200 people at $100 a head, plus goodie bags, DJ and light show, the girl's life in video, pink limos, decorations, strolling entertainers, the works.
::has a heart attack and expires on the spot::
Let me echo the sentiments around Rule #3 — no way should you be throwing extravagant parties if you're already in debt!
Personally, I'm not a big-party kind of guy to begin with. I'd much rather BBQ on a backyard deck with some burgers, beers, and close friends.
Guests provide the booze, host provides the food. A win/win all around.
It partly depends upon the child. We are currently planning a wedding for our older daughter, who is a very quiet, low-key person. It will be a quiet, low-key wedding. When her sister, who is the exact opposite, gets married, I am sure that she will invite the entire state. The point is, each girl will have the same budget to work with, and whatever they want over that they will have to manage on their own.
Our older two children were always happy with birthday parties at home with friends and games. The youngest, no. But she brought so much chaos with her on a normal day that we were happy to move the venue to a bowling alley or McDonalds, where she and her friends could blow off the extra energy.
I believe it was Dr. Spock who said that the number of children at a birthday party should match the age of the child. This is a good rule, because it is coherent with what the child's development. What bothered me most (and a lot bothered me) about extravagant children's parties was the amount of presents. Where I live, it was normal to invite the entire class to the party. Our school is in the center of a European city and the children were either very wealthy, or the children of their doormen. It was cruel to see parents who could not afford to keep up either make excuses and keep their children at home or spend money they could ill afford. It was also embarrassing when the children opened the presents during the party, so all could see who gave what. There was so much waste. The children already had so many toys.
At the vast majority of kiddie birthday parties (both extravagant and backyard type) I've attended, the gifts remain unopened. Don't know if that practice is particular to the northeastern part of the US or if it's common throughout. The only time our own kids have ever opened gifts at a birthday party is when it's just family.
This was a good article, with some good party guidelines I will keep in mind. I'm turning 30 this summer and have been thinking do I want a party, or do I want to go ziplining or something just as fun that I will remember and be way less expensive?
Also, we are hoping to pay off the mortgage next year and have been toying with the Mortgage Burning party idea. What do you all think???? Tacky… or like a graduation party for a big accomplishment? We could do a potluck and stress no gifts??
GO FOR IT! Celebrate your accomplishment! Maybe you'll be an inspiration!
Not to detract from the conversation, but the radio show you heard was Marketplace Monday, which is by American Public Media, not NPR. That's actually a pretty significant distinction.
Thoughtful, well written post.
Parties are personal, and everyone varies how much they get "out" of parties. Maybe some people would rate our kid's birthday parties as being on the "much" side. I think if you are going to have a birthday party you should provide cake AND food. We like to either have the party at a place (chuck e cheese, bowling alley) or book some kind of event (magician, a puppet show, a band we know). Though we spend more in the 200-300 range for some of the birthdays, not only did the birthday kid have a blast, they are great memories and also a way to keep in touch with parents who we feel we have grown up with along with our kids. But it doesn't last long. Our oldest at 10 opted for a sleep over with 3 friends for her last party. But I still have great memories of planning those parties and the various surprises that went with them.
My kids get invited to a TON of birthday parties and I decline the majority of the invites just due to the expense of taking a present to all of these parties – not even counting all of the time that these parties entail. Plus, each of these lavish parties that they attend sets the expectations that high for my kids. We're more of the have a couple of friends over for a sleepover and make pizzas crowd. They for sure ask to have more elaborate parties but right now accept something a little more low key. Thankfully. I do try to make it memorable and fun for them without spending a fortune.
In Hawaii, Baby's 1st Luau is a big thing. The culture or custom was that in the olden days a lot of infants didn't survive the first year so it was to be celebrated. A lot of families usually have this as the biggest birthday party until maybe sweet 16. Some can be really extragevent too! Goodies bags, clowns, bouncy house, face painting, dj, custom banners and invitations, decorations but usually a lot of family members can help out with the expense grandparents, aunt , uncle, godparents and contribute that instead of a gift.
I've had a big 1st birthday for my son. But not with my daughter. Some years i just took them out to eat dinner with my family very small. For the past years that they are older and can remember more and contribute their ideas i've had bigger parties. I honestly missed having the big parties. I live very frugally and it's nice to me to see my child(ren) have the spotlight for one day out of the year. Both of their parties didnt cost more than $500 including food and with my son i combined with a friend since our son's birthday's are a week apart instead of having two parties. All the games were our ideas and little prizes were brought throughout the year.
Throwing a great party is on my bucket list.
I'm from a family that isn't big on parties. But when I moved to a different place for my higher education, I realized that people found it weird that I wasn't keen on attending or hosting parties. And let me tell you, being different in a weird way is not a good way to fit in. And so, here I am, after several experiences and criticisms, agreeing to the fact that occasional partying is a way of life and sometimes, I find them enjoyable too. But I second the opinion that it's just not worth it to burn a huge hole in your wallet to make a party a success. Simple parties can be elegant and memorable too. Sure, grander occasions call for more expensive parties than the norm, but the term "expensive" is relative and abstract, and it's up to that particular person to decide what "expensive" is equivalent to for them.
Love this post as it is one of the well-balanced of considerations. Love love love the "party for a cause." Call around to local nonprofits and you would be surprised how many will provide a free birthday part in exchange for a donation. Our local food bank throws awesome parties where kids get to help sort and package food. The cooking class will bake the cake and all of the party decorations are donated. The cost? They just ask that each guest bring 10 canned items. At the end, they reveal to the kids how many meals they have provided for others. Best. Parties. Ever!!
There may be a method to the madness for larger parties. If one's social circle is fast paced or time crunched (esp with young children) these parties may be the few chances to have a party of any sort.
As for inviting all the kids in a class, some parents are hyper aware of the dangers of appearing to exclude other kids/families. And maybe they would like to get to know the parents of the kids their child hangs out with all day.
Very good tips for gauging when its appropriate to spend a lot of money on a party. Yes, cultural milestones cost more money because its about the community, but you're right when you say you basically have the child's whole life to save up for that day. I don't think it's every okay to put a large amount of debt on a credit card for one night that you'll most likely spend a long time paying off. Cost vs. benefit in that situation.
I completely agree with all your points. It is especially important to try and remember what the party is all about – being with loved ones, having fun etc. And going into debt for a party seems extreme yet so many people do it, I love the potluck idea you suggest.
Allow me to put forth a different perspective. I moved to the continental US from an island about 12 years ago.
For a 'party' as I've seen here, these points are valid and I agree for the most part with all of them.
Where I come from though, parties are not 'parties' as defined in the US. I can relate to the Quinceañera – it's not just a party for a girl becoming a woman, it's an opportunity to gather friends and family together for a celebration. The socializing that occurs where cousins play with cousins and get to understand who is in their family, what their culture is, and rites of passage are just as important.
'Parties' in the US appear to me to be mostly about getting together, eating, possibly drinking and buying presents. Then 'time to go!'
Parties for me (which I've been known to spend hundreds on and some family members thousands) revolve around the people who attend.
With my kids and their birthdays, we used to have two parties. A cake and ice cream party for the classmates then a larger celebration with family and friends. The tone of the two parties were much different even though we were celebrating the same event.
My point is not to say one is right or one is wrong. We understand the different cultures and plan appropriately. By all means, please celebrate (or not ) as you wish.
My point is to ask you to please consider another point of view of a 'party'. My culture does not just view it as 'cake, ice cream and presents', my culture views it as an opportunity to connect with the people, culture and traditions that are important to us. To show my children the importance of family and understanding their roots. To allow my children to learn to and show respect to their elders. To pass on my values by showing them, not just telling.
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My only child (a daughter) is now age 18. Every year for her birthday, we enjoyed dinner out and gifts from immediate family only (very small family). In addition, we celebrated special years as follows:
Age 1: Extended family party at home
Age 6: Eight children for pizza and tokens at a game room
Age 8: Immediate Family for a two night stay at a state park cabin
Age 10: Pizza and Cake for her soccer team at the park shelter after a game
Age 13: Invited 2 friends for a 1 night stay at an indoor water park.
Age 16: Concert tickets for daughter and a friend
Age 18: Limo ride, a stop for pictures, and dinner for daughter and 15 friends – happened that daughter's birthday fell on Homecoming Weekend, so all were dressed semi-formal for the occassion.
Daughter's birthday was always celebrated – just not in an extreme (or expensive) way each year. This plan worked for us and provided us with good balance in regard to finances, time in planning/executing and memories.
What I dislike about these posts is that it takes as a given that the tangible ceremony absolutely must accompany the celebration and then the frugality starts there.
What I would like to see is an honest assessment of whether it's possible to separate the ceremony from the celebration. If I had a significant other, I'd love for her to wake up on the morning of my birthday, give me a firm handshake, and say, "Let's continue paying down your student loans."


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Apple never writes �Apple Store� on its signs � it just puts up the glowing, iconic fruit.
Whether the iPad 2 tablets and other devices on display were as fake as the store front and whether � fake storefront or not � they contributed to Apple's bottom line, is anyone's guess.
"I�may or may not have told them that we were two American Apple employees visiting China and checking out the local stores," she continued. "Either way, they got friendlier and allowed me to snap some pictures."
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Before You Go
- Introduction
- Passports
- Visas
- Travel Insurance
- Health Precautions
- Bringing Medication
- Money
- Driving Abroad
- Electrical Equipment
- Emergency Contact Details
- Other Special Precautions
Most Irish citizens who travel abroad do so without serious difficulty, often because they take the time to prepare themselves properly before they go. Before you travel, familiarise yourself with your destination. You can obtain information from your travel agent, from a guidebook or the Internet. Check our Travel Advice for further information and advice.
Below is a checklist of things to do to ensure that your time abroad is enjoyable and hassle-free. Read the advice under each heading and take any follow-up action in good time before your departure.
Passport Service urges parents to check validity of children's travel documents
The Passport Service cautions parents that some European countries no longer permit children travelling on a parent's passport. This follows a change in policy in some European countries. Therefore the Passport Service urges parents with their children named on their Irish passports to check with the Embassy of the country to which they are travelling to ensure they will be allowed to enter the country.
As of 1 October, 2004, in line with best international practice, the Passport Service ceased the practice of including children on their parents' passports. This was to increase the security of international travel for children and reduce the risk of kidnapping and child trafficking. However, there are still some valid Irish passports in use across the world with children under-16 included.
If a new passport is required, families are strongly recommended to apply in plenty of time in advance of planned travel. A full list of Foreign Embassies in Ireland and their contact details can be found on our website
With the exception of travel to the United Kingdom, Irish citizens
require a valid passport for travel to all destinations.
Please ensure, at least one week in advance of travel, that
you have a valid, unexpired passport. Some countries
now insist that your passport be valid for up to six months after
your departure, so check the expiry date carefully.
Remember that some airlines now require all adults to produce photo-identity at check-in for travel to the United Kingdom.
If you wish to apply for a new passport, click here.
Check whether you require a visa for the country to which you are
travelling. The Department is not in a position to advise you of
the visa requirements of other countries. If your travel agent is
unable to give you this information, you should contact the Embassy
of the country you plan to visit.
Embassies of countries with which Ireland has Diplomatic Relations are listed here. If an Embassy is not listed, you should telephone International Directory Enquiries to obtain the address and telephone details of the nearest Embassy of that country or search for the information on the Internet.
The Department of Foreign Affairs strongly recommends that comprehensive travel insurance is obtained before travelling abroad. You should ensure that your policy covers medical treatment, accidents and unexpected losses such as cancelled flights, or stolen cash, cards, passports or luggage. Include enough cover to allow for the extra cost of travelling home (which might require an air ambulance) in an emergency. If you already have private medical cover, check with your insurer whether you are covered for foreign travel and, if so, find out how to avail of this cover.
Frequent travellers are strongly advised to take out an annual travel or Multi trip insurance policies. These are offered by a wide range of service providers and eliminate the need to take out travel insurance for each individual trip. You should be aware of the trip duration options provided for in Multi-trip policies if one is travelling over long periods at a time.
If you are travelling to another Member State of the European Union, you should also obtain a European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) free of charge which entitles you to emergency medical treatment on the same basis as a national of that country. This card is NOT a substitute for travel insurance. This card is available from your local Health Board or can be applied for online - see EHIC for further details. The EHIC replaces the Form E111, which is no longer valid.
Before travelling abroad for an extended period, you should
consider consulting your doctor to discuss known or possible health
risks. This is particularly important if you have an existing
medical condition or are visiting a tropical area where the
conditions exist for the spread of infectious diseases. If you take
medication on a regular basis you should ask your doctor to
prescribe an amount adequate for your visit and bring it with you.
It is also advisable to bring a letter from your doctor outlining
your medical condition and the type of medication you
Certain diseases are prevalent in particular world regions. Malaria is present in parts of Africa, Central and South America, Asia and the Pacific. If you are proposing to visit any of those regions you should seek specific medical advice on how to protect against insect bites and make arrangements to obtain any recommended preventative or curative medication. Some diseases or illnesses - e.g. cholera, dysentery, hepatitis A, typhoid, and various types of food poisoning - can be contracted from consumption of contaminated food or water, especially in areas where standards of hygiene are low. If you are visiting such areas, you should avoid certain foodstuffs, particularly dairy products, salads, seafood, and drink only bottled water.
Since the end of 2003, there have been a series of outbreaks of the highly pathogenic H5N1 avian influenza virus amongst poultry and wild birds worldwide, starting in South-East Asia. The risk of avian flu to Irish nationals visiting affected countries is believed to be low. There are no specific restrictions for travellers to any of the countries affected by avian influenza as the risk is believed to be low. For further advice and information on avian influenza, please click here.
For further information on vaccinations or health advice, please consult your doctor or local travel health clinic. Tropical vaccinations are available from the Tropical Medical Bureau which has centres throughout Ireland.
If you take medication on a regular basis, you should ask your doctor to prescribe an amount adequate for your visit and bring it with you. It is also advisable to bring a letter from your doctor outlining your medical condition and the type of medication you require. Keep all medication in its original packaging when travelling.
Generally, travellers' cheques and international credit cards are
the safest way to carry funds when travelling abroad. In more
remote areas, however, you may not be able to use them. Check with
your travel agent prior to departure about the best way to carry
funds. It is advisable always to carry a small amount of local
currency to pay bus or taxi fares or make small purchases or
telephone calls.
Make a note of the 24-hour emergency number of the bank that issued your credit card so you can cancel it in the event it is stolen.
Make a note of the serial numbers of your traveller's cheques to facilitate their replacement in the event they are stolen.
Note that you may encounter difficulties if the name on your travellers' cheques or credit cards is different to that on your passport.
Cash controls
From 15 June 2007 if you are entering or leaving the European Union and carrying €10,000 or more cash you must make a declaration to the Customs authority of the member state you are entering or leaving. Under Regulation (EC) 1889/2005 you must lodge the declaration at the airport, seaport or land frontier through which you are entering the EU . For further information see http://www.revenue.ie
If you intend to drive while abroad, make sure that your driving
licence is valid and that you bring it with you. Some countries
outside the European Economic Area (the Member States of the
European Union, Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein) may require you
to hold an International Driving Permit in addition to your Irish
driving licence. Check this prior to departure with the Embassy or
Consulate of the country
concerned. Make sure that you are properly insured for driving
while overseas.
Please note that you may encounter difficulties if the name on your driving licence is different to that on your passport.
Different countries use different electrical plugs and sockets and
you may need special adapters to enable you to use electrical
appliances such as hair dryers, shavers, etc brought from Ireland.
These adapters can be purchased at airports.
Remember that the voltage in the United States is 110v as opposed to 220v in Ireland, and many Irish appliances will not therefore work in the US.
If you are bringing a mobile phone with you, check that it will work in the country to which you are travelling. Check the cost of making and receiving calls with your service provider. Roaming charges can be very high, and this can make the cost of using an Irish mobile phone abroad very expensive.
Make a note of the contact details of the nearest Irish Embassy or
Consulate while you are abroad in case you need to contact
them urgently.
Leave your contact details and travel plans with someone at home that can pass them to the Consular Section of the Department of Foreign Affairs in the event of an emergency.
Check our Travel
Advice for any special advice that might apply to the
country to which you are travelling.
Bear in mind that enhanced security arrangements at airports may require additional time for pre-flight arrangements. Consult your airline or travel agency before departure to check if there are any restrictions on flights that might affect you.
If you are going to remote areas where you will be far from an Irish Embassy, leave two passport photographs and two signatures, ideally on a passport application form, with friends in Dublin or near an Embassy. If your passport is lost or stolen this could speed up the process of replacing it.


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Gingerbread White House features a bigger Bo
The president's chefs created an architectural masterpiece using a special gray-white gingerbread. Gingerbread architecture is growing in popularity.
If you're the White House pastry chef, you're required to become a builder once a year and construct the official White House gingerbread house.
This year's gingerbread house, at 300 pounds, is lighter than last year's. First dog Bo, however, has gotten a lot bigger and would be 30 feet high if he were the same scale as the building. He is made of marzipan.
Instead of using white chocolate or white-chocolate-covered gingerbread to create the exterior, the White House chefs, led by Executive Pastry Chef Bill Yoss, baked a special gray-white gingerbread, made with rye, buckwheat and whole-wheat flour. The color mimics the color of the edifice before 1798, when it was painted to protect the Virginia sandstone.
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The columns and architectural details are made of white chocolate, and interior rooms feature chocolate furniture. Christmas trees were created from blown sugar.
The gingerbread White House, complete with working electric lights, will be displayed in the State Dining Room for visitors throughout the holidays.
The chefs spent a lot of time creating the kitchen garden, using marzipan to craft tiny kale, collards, mustard greens, cabbage, spinach, radishes, onions, endive, lemongrass -- even a candy beehive.
Elaborate gingerbread houses are becoming more common. Around the country, hotels are showcasing elaborate creations, including a life-size house, 28 feet high, at the Mohegan Sun casino and resort in Uncasville, Conn. It weighs 20,000 pounds. New York's Parker Meridien Hotel has a confection that includes the crane that dangled off a neighboring building after superstorm Sandy.
If you're wondering how much gingerbread it would take to re-create your house, the real-estate website Movoto has thoughtfully done the math: To build a 2,500-square-foot house, you'd need 9,608 batches of gingerbread from this Food Network recipe. Start with 4,803 cups of sugar.
Think you're up to the challenge of gingerbread architecture? You can enter your creation in a contest at Architizer.


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Pesticide Registration Improvement Extension Act (PRIA 3)
Fee Determination Decision Tree
Decision Tree Resources:
Below is the fee for your selected Fee Category for Fiscal Years 2014/2015
|Action Code
| Decision Time
|New Product MUP; registered source of active ingredient; submission of completely new generic data package; registered uses only. (2)
|$ 8,683
Do you plan to request either of the following types of waivers?
|50% waiver
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|$ 4,342
|75% waiver
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|$ 2,171
To pay the fee shown above, go to http://www.pay.gov and follow the instructions.
How to submit your application directly to EPA.
|Action Code Interpretation
An application for registration of a new microbial or biochemical pesticide manufacturing use product (MUP) and, which contains a registered source of active ingredient. If the proposed new product contains an unregistered source of active ingredient, then see category B672. New manufacturing use product is any product intended (labeled) for formulation or repackaging into an end use formulated pesticide product. The active ingredient is not a new active ingredient, but one that claims to be substantially similar or identical to another active ingredient which is currently registered (as referenced by EPA registration number) and has the selective data citation used.
All of the inerts used in the product must be either approved or pending with the Agency for the applicable uses.
An application for a new end-use product using a source of active ingredient that is not yet registered but has an application pending with the Agency for review, will be considered an application for a new product with an unregistered source of an active ingredient.
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Ashless Cellulose Filter Paper such as the Whatman 41 series is commonly used in quantitative analytical techniques such as gravimetric analysis. E.G.: To convert precipitate to a stable weighing form, a chemist may wish to ignite the filter paper containing collected precipitate in a pre-weighed crucible, thereby removing the filter paper with ...
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novAA 350 represents a fully automated flame system with double beam mode and automatic 8-lamp turret. The novAA 350 is designed to meet the challenges of the most routine analysis and demanding applications.
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Programs Republicans supported before they were against them | Liberal Info
Republicans and Right-Wingers have a rich history of supporting a policy for decades and then opposing the very same program. In this article we explore just a few of the major flip flops of the GOP since President Obama took office.
Abortion: Believe it or not there have always been many pro-choice Republicans out there. Ironically enough, June 14, 1967, Ronald Reagan signed the Therapeutic Abortion Act, after only six months as California governor. From a total of 518 legal abortions in California in 1967, the number of abortions would soar to an annual average of 100,000 in the remaining years of Reagan's two terms — more abortions than in any U.S. state prior to Roe v. Wade.
(GOP largely flipped to being anti-Choice, around the time of Reagan's Presidency).
Cap and Trade: You might remember that Ronald Reagan first conceived of the concept of cap and trade, George H.W. Bush signed the very first cap and trade legislation back in 1990 and George W. Bush gave it his full support. Now Republicans oppose cap and trade as big oil and coal companies along with
other special interests have spent hundreds millions of dollars over the past two years to convince legislators, politicians, and citizens to oppose cap and trade and other measures that would create jobs, cut oil use, and reduce pollution.
Child Labor: Republicans were once part of the initial movement to create child labor laws back in 1852, even trying to pass a Constitutional amendment in 1924. Democrats were finally successful in getting the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 passed which established the minimum wage and place limitations on the use of "oppressive child labor," as defined in the statute. Republicans are now opposed to child labor protections as part of their overall support of corporations. You might recall Newt Gingrich referring to child labor laws as "truly stupid" during his unsuccessful campaign last year for the party nomination as President. Source
Civil Rights: Republicans once championed civil rights ending slavery, adopting the 13th, 14th and 15th amendments and it was even a Republican led Supreme Court that ruled in Brown vs. Board of Education, the landmark casing ending school segregation.
Deficit Spending: Republican have used deficit spending going back to Ronald Reagan who doubled the national dept and George W. Bush who doubled it again. With Democrat control of the Presidency and Congress, Republicans have done a complete reversal on the matter.
Public Education: Education is interesting in that Republicans have managed to do a double flip flop on this one. Back in 1964 Barry Goldwater and the conservative movement were against any kind of federal aid to education of any kind. As time progressed conservative voters came around to supporting federal aid in the form of programs such as college loans and aid for handicapped students. By 1981 both President Reagan and Senator Goldwater had flip flopped and no longer opposed such funding, but still were attempting to shut down the Department of Education as part of a wider reaching goal of removing what was perceived by them as unnecessary intrusions into state's rights. The administration of George W. Bush first proposed the No Child Left Behind Act immediately after he took office and the bill was passed with bipartisan support in Congress. For nearly a generation there has been bipartisan agreement that the federal government has a vital role in public education, primarily in the form of federal funds which compel states to raise academic standards. Fast forward to modern times and the Republicans have done yet another about face and are now pushing to weaken education, particularly public education, by promoting vouchers, charter schools and other forms of privatization now believing that education responsibilities should revert to states and local school districts to sort out their own problems.
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UNDATED (WTAQ) Three Democrats who thought about running for governor in the Walker recall election gave their support today to Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett. State Senators Tim Cullen of Janesville and Jon Erpenbach of Middleton joined La Crosse Congressman Ron Kind in endorsing Barrett – who announced his gubernatorial bid last Friday and won four more years as Milwaukee's mayor yesterday. During a news conference, Barrett lashed out at Republican Scott Walker, who defeated Barrett by five points in the last election for governor in 2010. Barrett said Walker started a civil war throughout the state last year with his proposal to virtually end collective bargaining for most public unions. And Barrett promised he would unite Wisconsinites again. Three other Democrats are also running with Barrett in a May eighth primary – and Barrett said the biggest mistake they can make is to attack each other.
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Robber hits East County bank
Date: May 18, 2009
by: The Observer Staff
Manatee County Sheriff's Office detectives are searching for a man they believe robbed an East County First Bank this morning.
According to sheriff's office reports, at about 10:55 a.m., deputies responded to a bank robbery at First Bank located at 3005 53rd Ave. E. According to witnesses, the suspect entered the bank and demanded money. The suspect left the bank with an undisclosed amount of cash. The suspect was armed with a handgun. However, there were no injuries.
The suspect is described as a white male, possibly in his 50s, 5-foot-10, 225-250 pounds, grey hair and a day-old beard. He was wearing blue overalls, a light-colored baseball cap and a light blue bandana partially covering his face.
Anyone with information on this case should call the sheriff's office at 747-3011 or Crime Stoppers at 866-634-TIPS.
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Did you go to Cardinal Mooney in 1964? Your former classmates are calling for you!
Looming event aids in cancer cause
Learning Express Toys partnered with the MaxLove Project Sept. 13 and Sept. 14 for a special MaxLove International Loom-A-Thon Against Cancer.
MTI hosts 9/11 blood drive
As the nation remembers the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, Manatee Technical Institute will commemorate the tragedy with a blood drive from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Sept. 10 and Sept. 11, at its main campus, 6305 State Road 70 East, in front of Braden River High Schol.


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MADISON, WI (WTAQ) - Madison attorney James Peterson has been nominated for a federal judgeship that's been vacant for four years, due to political bickering.
President Obama named Peterson Thursday to replace the late John Shabaz in a federal district court that serves the western half of Wisconsin.
Peterson is a shareholder in the law firm of Godfrey and Kahn. He was one of three candidates recommended by the state's two U.S. senators and a bipartisan nominating commission.
Senate Democrat Tammy Baldwin said Peterson would make an excellent judge.
The post has been vacant since 2009, as Obama tried four times to get the Senate to confirm former State Supreme Court Justice Louis Butler.
Each nomination got tied up in a Senate committee, where Democrats hailed Butler's qualifications while Republicans questioned them -- especially after he lost a Supreme Court election in 2008.
Butler later became a law instructor at UW-Madison.
Judge Shabaz died last year.


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This short sleeved top by Savoir adds lashings of luxurious vintage inspired style to your autumn look.
In gorgeous lace this short sleeved top has a beautiful texture that makes it great for evening or for the office. The lining to the inside perfects the fit of this top while the colour options give you plenty of style choice. This lace top is an elegant piece that's available in black, ivory, mink or pink – so make sure you pick one up for every occasion on your social calendar.
Wear this lace top with a fitted pencil skirt and court shoes. Pair with skinny jeans and a biker jacket for a stunning off-duty style.
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Savoir V-neck Stud Detail Shirt
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Savoir V-neck Ladies Shirt with Stud Embellishment
This long sleeve shirt by Savoir gives the masculine classic a fresh, feminine update for summer.
Available in three colours, this blouse is classic 9-5 in white, zesty in lime and transitional in navy. The full length sleeves give you plenty of coverage this season, while the V-neck gives the traditional cut a womanly edge. Stud details add attitude to this piece for a statement finish.
Wear this shirt with a pair of Confident Curve black skinny jeans and wedge sandals for an off-duty look. Opt for smart black trousers and court shoes for an office-ready style.
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Savoir Printed Top with Elasticated Waist
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Wear this blouse with the Savoir Confident Curves wide leg trousers to balance out the floaty fit of this top.
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This lace top is a beautiful, feminine piece that will take you fashionably from day to night.
This top embraces our love of lace this season whilst protecting your modesty with the stylish camisole underlay. The delicate floral pattern is the highlight of this beautiful piece – its intricate detail makes this a timeless classic. The three-quarter length sleeves will give you an all day confidence whether you're out for brunch, leading a meeting or out for your anniversary.
Wear this top with a pencil skirt, nude heels and fine chain jewellery for a chic look to last you the season.
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Renew your body as you soothe your soul
Find your perfect balance at the Lakeside Spa & Fitness Center where we invite you to escape everyday distractions and discover our serene haven for rejuvenating, restoring and indulging.
As panoramic views of the Catalina Mountains envelope you, feel the calming spirit and relaxing energy. This is the magic of the desert that touches everything we offer - whether it's our desert-inspired body treatments and facials; personalized fitness and body work classes; or the relaxing Serenity Pool. Spend an hour, an afternoon, or an entire day in this natural desert oasis. Our nurturing staff is ready to help you make the most of your time—whatever your desire may be.
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- Fitness studio offering daily classes including yoga and Pilates
- Cardio and strength training equipment
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Watch a short video to see how Healthy People 2020 is inspiring action across the Nation.View Transcript [PDF - 111 KB]
Healthy People provides science-based, 10-year national objectives for improving the health of all Americans. For 3 decades, Healthy People has established benchmarks and monitored progress over time in order to:
Healthy People 2020 continues in this tradition with the launch on December 2, 2010 of its ambitious, yet achievable, 10-year agenda for improving the Nation's health. Healthy People 2020 is the result of a multiyear process that reflects input from a diverse group of individuals and organizations. Read the press release for the Healthy People 2020 launch. [PDF - 149 KB]
A society in which all people live long, healthy lives.
Healthy People 2020 strives to:
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With respect to research on women's health, the Director of the Office shall, not later than February 1, 1994, and biennially thereafter, prepare a report—
(1) describing and evaluating the progress made during the preceding 2 fiscal years in research and treatment conducted or supported by the National Institutes of Health;
(2) describing and analyzing the professional status of women physicians and scientists of such Institutes, including the identification of problems and barriers regarding advancements;
(3) summarizing and analyzing expenditures made by the agencies of such Institutes (and by such Office) during the preceding 2 fiscal years; and
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The Director of the Office shall submit each report prepared under subsection (a) of this section to the Director of NIH for inclusion in the report submitted to the President and the Congress under section 283 of this title.
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It's no surprise when you hear Natalie's voice for the first time why she's won several Dove awards for Female Vocalist of the Year. She uses that "powerhouse" of a voice for good, spreading words of hope through her songs. A lot of those songs are written & produced by …Share: Facebook Twitter Google Plus Email
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CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — Gasoline prices in West Virginia have fallen more than 5 cents per gallon in the past week.
AAA East Central says the average price for a gallon of regular unleaded gas in the state is $3.26. That's 28 cents cheaper than the same week a year ago.
This week's prices range from $3.16 per gallon in Parkersburg to $3.40 in Martinsburg.
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Baton Rouge, LA (SportsNetwork.com) - LSU senior quarterback Zach Mettenberger will miss the Tigers' bowl game after suffering a knee injury that is believed to be a torn ACL and sprained MCL.
He was hurt in Friday's 31-27 victory over Arkansas.
Mettenberger left the field on crutches after having his leg pinned under a pass-rushing defender.
The specifics of Mettenberger's knee injury will not be disclosed by the school.
"We are very disappointed for Zach," LSU head coach Les Miles said on Wednesday. "He's been a tremendous leader for our team and he's as competitive a guy as I have ever been around. He's had a great impact on our program.
"I know Zach will work extremely hard to rehabilitate his knee and I don't anticipate this injury having any impact on what should be a great future in the NFL."
Mettenberger threw for 3,082 yards with 22 touchdowns and eight interceptions this season.
Backup quarterback Anthony Jennings will be the starter for the team's bowl appearance.
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It's never easy turning the care of your child over to someone else. Let alone a texting, work-allergic, self-saturated 20-something who makes no qualms about telling YOU how it's "gonna be." But yes, ladies and gents, these are the people I have been dealing with these past glorious 365 days.
For years, my husband and I have traded off schedules. I worked nights, he worked days and we had a nanny cover the 3-4 hours in the afternoon our work hours overlapped. We have been really, really lucky. Until this year. One by one, I have been emailed, texted and cell phoned to death by people who clearly have no clue on how to speak to an employer, let alone, take personal responsiblity for fulfilling the job requirements. One nanny actually said "I didn't have time" when I asked her why she hadn't done laundry in a week. My brow furrowed in dumbfounded confusion because I was under the impression you make time to perform your duties. What job allows you to leave unfinished work on a daily basis.
It wasn't until this afternoon, that my sister pointed our the humor in all of this. Ahhh yes, the comedy of childcare. When truthfully, there's nothing funny about it. In fact, I'm pretty sure it's generational that many of these young ladies I've tried to work with, think texting last minute they're going to be late, emailing they're quitting, or in my case, cell phoning you in the middle of a newscast, that my child is being disrespectful and demanding I do something about it right now, because she "won't tolerate that" is perfectly acceptable behavoir. (Turns out by the way, that particular time, she was mad my son yelled "I heard you!!" When she continued to tell him he couldn't have a soda three times. A story confirmed by them both. And apparently, this non-existent stalemate over a pop, warranted a phone call. Sweet Lord.)
This same nutjob would rant to my kids that she "wasn't a maid" when she had to fold their laundry (a duty clearly spelled out in the job interview) and then brag to me upon my arrival (after badgering me with pointless phone calls all day no less) that she "rearranged my beach towels in the kids bathroom" - like I should be so grateful. "A" I didn't ask...and "B"...am I supposed to give her a sticker? I mean the mood swings were more sweeping than a pendulum.
My favorite though had to be her texts. If I didn't reply right away - remember now, I'm at work - she would text again a big "????????", clearly irritated I hadn't responded immediately. Then despite our repeated description that the start time was 3 p.m. and quitting time was more fluid due to my husband's slate of meetings, she would call me the minute he wasn't there right at 6:30 p.m. "Do you know where Jeff is?" I'd be like: "Um...no, I'm sure he'll be there soon, but I'm at work right now." Completely dismissing my hint, she would say "Well, I have plans and he didn't tell me he'd be late."
So now, I'm having to keep track of my kids schedules, my schedule and now my husband's and hers...all from the comfort of my work and anchor desk, sometimes while on live TV. She was the most high maintenance, disrespectful, crazy I've ever met. I had to re-describe, if that's even a word, her job description every day. "Like I told you yesterday and in the job interview, laundry is part of the job." "As I explained last night, Jeff won't always be home right at 6:30 and we need someone who can be flexible." "As we discussed earlier, I need you to be able to resolve issues between the kids without calling me."
It was by far, the most stressful time of my entire 12 year working motherhood. And I'm just skimming the surface here. Her departure was the best. After we told her Monday this just "wasn't working out and said you can stay on the rest of the week" because she was constantly complaining about having no money (we were honestly trying to help her) she ended up being re-fired by Tuesday night. She told us our son was the most disrespectful child she's ever met and that he told her to shut up. He happened to be turning the corner when she said that and blurted out: "I never said that." And after 5 minutes of questioning them both she admitted, "well, he didn't say that exactly." She lied. She threw an 12-year-old under the bus. Who does that??? My husband escorted her from the house.
Now, I'm no delusional mother who thinks her kids are angels. I'm well aware of their Irish tempers and other genetic gifts I've passed down to them. But in no way, at school...in sports...in girl scouts...basketball camps...you name it, have they EVER been disrespectful to an adult and told one of them off. Frankly, they'd be terrified of the adult's reaction and then their Mom and Dad's. Trust me. So, this woman who claimed to have worked with children for years and came highly recommended by a dear friend, really just wanted a well-paying nanny job where she got to take the kids to Chucky Cheese and play all day, all the while spending our money. She apparently was under the impression she was Julie Andrews running through Strasbourg singing, skipping and juggling tomatoes. I hate even making that comparison - I love Fraulein Maria.
Without a doubt her mindset or lack there of, was the worst we encourntered, but she was hardly the only flake that's drifted in and out of our lives this year. We had one quit over the weekend via email, after working only a few months and I didn't see it 'til Monday. Another repeatedly yelled at my son after praising the serenity of yoga daily, while another wanted to be paid for babysitting hours she didn't work. She complained my husband was coming home too late, so he rushed to get home early to pick up our daughter... then she insisted we pay her for the hour we had "promised". What?
Bottomline, those famous tell-all "Nanny Diaries" work both ways. There are a lot of us employers craving a nurturing, self-sustaining, hard-working extended member of the family we call a nanny. And instead, are getting entitled, lazy, disrespectful kids in older bodies who haven't grasped the importance or gravity of their job.
A nanny is a teacher, protector, playmate and valued employee. I know, because we had two great ones for about a decade. Here's hoping history will finally repeat itself.


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The complaint says 32 year-old Adam Bush of Brainerd, Minnesota took a large safe during the burglary and used a kayak stolen from a resident to float the safe across the lake to his car.
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From October 11-13 and 18-20, the American-German Club of the Palm Beaches—originally the Bavarian Club—will celebrate its fortieth annual Oktoberfest festivities in Lantana. What started as a Sunday picnic in 1973 with club members and their family members has now transformed into the largest, most authentic Oktoberfest party in all of Palm Beach County.
Open to the public, the American-German Club pull all the stops. The club will serve up authentic Bavarian fare, including sauerbraten, schnitzel, goulash, leberkäse, thüringer bratwurst and potato pancakes. Brews will be poured at both outdoor biergartens. As an ode to the massive Munich tent, the Hofbräu Beer Hall will serve a full lineup of München quaffs—Hofbräu Oktoberfestbier, Hofbräu Dunkel, Hofbräu Original and Münchner Weisse—poured into either a boot or liter stein. There will also be lve entertainment, all in the name of gemütlichkeit (good times in a social setting).
Live entertainment will embody the international spirit of the festival with traditional dance groups representing Bavaria, Ireland and the Ukraine. There will also be music from the Heldensteiner Band and the Die Lustigen Bayern trio, plus dancing lessons for those uninhibited by the Hofbräu. In true Munich fashion, a parade of flags, keg tapping and an opening ceremony will take place October 12 and 19 at 4:30 p.m. and October 13 and 20 at 4 p.m. But for one of the most entertaining spectacles of the two-weekend celebration, the masskrugstemmen competition—a beer stein-holding contest—is a pretty fun sight to see. Straight out of Beerfest, on October 11 and 18 at 9 p.m., contestants will try their hand holding a stein filled with a liter of beer (a tick more than five pounds) with arms extended parallel to the ground. It may sound easy enough, but that liquid weight is deceiving. And as always, this is a family-friendly event, with children's activities, carnival rides and games to keep the kiddies busy.
- Admission costs $8 (get a $2 off coupon here—PDF). Admission packages are also available, starting at $40 all the way to $150. Presale tickets with discounted rates are available through October 10 at americangermanclub.org/oktoberfest/tickets.
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Clan Cnoc Gorm was a household originally founded in the 1970s in the now defunct Shire of Vinland. It was revived in the autumn of 2012 by several of it's founding members in the Shire of Endewearde.
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Iain mac Nèill Dunnceann á Chnuic Ghuirm, Founder & first chief. (inactive)
Tiarna Seamus na Coille Aosda, Founding member & currant chief. (active)
Arinbjorn Langtaler Nialson à Chnuic Ghuirm Dritten, Founding member. (active)
Lady Anne Wyecliffe. (active)
Caraid of Vinland. (inactive)
Rachel Ealasaid an Bhán. (inactive)
Ealasaid an Gheal. (inactive)
Sean Maclean à Chnuic Ghuirm. (inactive)
Ian mac Seamus. (inactive)
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Supermodel Carol Alt is in the best shape of her life at 53, thanks to a raw-food diet and regular yoga workouts.
In an exclusive interview, Alt revealed how she has maintained effortless weight loss, defied the aging process, and dramatically improved her health by eating raw.
Alt, who has written three bestselling books on the raw food diet (including Easy, Sexy, Raw), now hosts the Fox News talk show, "A Healthy You and Carol Alt."
Alt is thrilled to share the natural health and beauty secrets that have helped her stay drop-dead gorgeous, skinny and youthful. Interestingly, Carol became a raw foodie during her early thirties after struggling with a weight problem.
"My journey started 17 years ago when a photographer came up to me at a photo shoot and said, 'You're not in swimsuit shape,'" recalled Alt, who has graced the covers of over 700 magazines.
Frustrated with her weight, Alt consulted a health expert, who advised her to eat as much raw vegetables, fruits, seared fish, cold-pressed oils and nuts as she wanted as long as it wasn't heated over 115 degrees.
The diet completely changed her life. The willowy 5-foot-11 Alt, who used to starve herself during her modeling days, now stays reed-thin without dieting, has barely aged during the past two decades, and rarely gets sick. Alt said the raw-food diet also cured her chronic indigestion and sinus infections.
What's more, she eats as much as she likes, is never hungry, and has off-the-charts energy. Food is no longer the enemy, but a means to great health.
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Alt, who was the cover girl for the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit issue in 1982, appears in the 2014 SI Swimsuit issue in honor of the magazine's 50th anniversary. The issue hits newsstands Feb. 18.
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For the first time in four years, there's a new champion in the "men's elite six-foot and under" division. Associated Messenger saw its three-year reign come to an end as No Ceilings whacked them in the title tilt, 20-11. Brothers Justin and Dan Bright along with Joseph Hodges and Joel Ryman dominated the defending champs from start to finish to take over the crown.
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A young woman is shot and killed, her body dumped in Dearborn Heights. Now her family wants to know who would do this and why.
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Renisha McBride, 19, went out Friday night and Monday morning her mother got a call that broke her heart. Police told her they found Renisha's body in Dearborn Heights. Now, they're trying to find her killer. Bernita Spinks wants closure and justice. McBride was her niece. Police found the teen's body near Warren and Outer Drive. They say she had a gunshot wound to the head from a shotgun. Family members say Renisha was soft spoken, hardworking and stayed to herself. Bernita thinks she was killed in Detroit and dumped in Dearborn Heights because of its close proximity to the city.
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Defensive end Mike Neal's sack of Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan led to a fumble, which was recovered by Packers defensive lineman Johnny Jolly.
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