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LEAD & COPPER SAMPLE SITE SELECTION and SAMPLING TECHNIQUES
- Sites for lead and copper testing must be locations generally used for drinking water consumption. This would include kitchen and bathroom sinks, breakroom sinks, drinking fountains, etc.
- DO NOT collect lead and copper samples from mops sinks, outside faucets, etc.
- If you are a COMMUNITY system, you should be collecting from SINGLE FAMILY HOMES or MULTI-FAMILY HOMES - NOTfrom post offices, public buildings, etc.
- DO NOT collect lead and copper samples from vacant buildings, empty apartments or trailers, etc.
- A site that is not normally used for drinking water, but can be (such as a bathroom sink in a business that has a breakroom- chances are good that the bathroom sink is seldom used for drinking, but an employee COULD use it) is considered a viable sample location and should be part of the sample site pool if there are not enough other sources to round out the required number of sites.
- You must use different sites for each lead/copper sample bottle. If you do not have enough sinks/faucets to collect the number of samples the Lead/Copper Rule requires, you must collect multiple samples from your sites over several days, allowing the fixtures to sit for a minimum of 6 hours between sample collection. NOTE: If you have 5 sinks and need to collect 10 samples, you should be collecting a 2nd sample from each sink (not 5 samples from each sink and then 5 additional samples from one sink).
- When collecting multiple samples from a site, you MUST collect your 2 nd sample a minimum of 6 hours after the 1 st sample was taken and the site can not be used during that 6 hour time-frame. So if you have only one suitable lead/copper site, you cannot collect your lead/copper samples in less than 30 hours (and that is assuming you can insure that the sink is not used at all during that time).
***WHEN IN DOUBT :Call Amilyn Stillings at the Drinking Water Program (207-287-6472). It is better to ask and get clarification, then to sample incorrectly and end up with a violation due to improper site selection or sample technique.
- Flush lines with cold water prior to letting them sit for the 6-hour hold time.
- Allow fixture to remain unused for a minimum of 6 hours.
- Collect a 1 st draw sample (stick bottle under faucet before turning on the faucet).
- Use the cold faucet for filling the sample bottle.
- Try to collect the sample within 6-8 hours after the fixture has been flushed and shut off (when possible, try not to collect/analyze samples that have more than a 10-hour hold time).
- 1 st draw means 1 st draw for EVERY sample. If you have one sink at your business and you are required to collect 5 samples, you MUST collect them over the course of several days, allowing the water to stand for a minimum of 6 hours between each sample collection. You DO NOT collect the first bottle at 7am, the 2 nd bottle at 7:01am, the 3 rd bottle at 7:02am, etc. If, due to the nature of your business, you cannot feasibly leave the water off at a location for 6 hours straight, please contact the Drinking Water Program to discuss alternative sampling.
- You have 14 days from sample collection to get the bottles to the lab for analysis. If you collect your 1 st sample on June 1 st, you have until June 15 th to get bottles to the lab.
Other Things to Remember:
- If you think a sample was collected improperly (not 1 st draw, from an incorrect site, from a faucet that has been off for too long)- ASK QUESTIONS AND DONOT SEND IN FOR ANALYSIS UNTIL YOU ARE SURE IT WAS COLLECTED PROPERLY- Once it is analyzed it COUNTS towards compliance (with very few exceptions).
- If your faucet mixes hot and cold (does not have separate faucet heads), you may want to turn off the hot water line prior to testing.
***WHEN IN DOUBT :Call your Compliance Officer. It is better to ask and get clarification, then to sample incorrectly and end up with a violation due to improper site selection or sample technique.

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Quoyle, a third-rate newspaper hack, with a "head shaped like a crenshaw, no neck, reddish hair...features as bunched as kissed fingertips," is wrenched violently out of his workaday life when his two-timing wife meets her just deserts. An aunt convinces Quoyle and his two emotionally disturbed daughters to return with her to the starkly beautiful coastal landscape of their ancestral home in Newfoundland. Here, on desolate Quoyle's Point, in a house empty except for a few mementos of the family's unsavory past, the battered members of three generations try to cobble up new lives.
Newfoundland is a country of coast and cove where the mercury rarely rises above seventy degrees, the local culinary delicacy is cod cheeks, and it's easier to travel by boat and snowmobile than on anything with wheels. In this harsh place of cruel storms, a collapsing fishery, and chronic unemployment, the aunt sets up as a yacht upholsterer in nearby Killick-Claw, and Quoyle finds a job reporting the shipping news for the local weekly, the Gammy Bird (a paper that specializes in sexual-abuse stories and grisly photos of car accidents).
As the long winter closes its jaws of ice, each of the Quoyles confronts private demons, reels from catastrophe to minor triumph—in the company of the obsequious Mavis Bangs; Diddy Shovel the strongman; drowned Herald Prowse; cane-twirling Beety; Nutbeem, who steals foreign news from the radio; a demented cousin the aunt refuses to recognize; the much-zippered Alvin Yark; silent Wavey; and old Billy Pretty, with his bag of secrets. By the time of the spring storms Quoyle has learned how to gut cod, to escape from a pickle jar, and to tie a true lover's knot.
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FORTUNE -- Francis Ford Coppola doesn't care for what he calls "the tyranny of genres." He's the man behind the Godfather series and Apocalypse Now. And yet, even as someone whose work has helped define American cinema, he says he still has trouble fitting in.
The director's most recent project is a mishmash of horror, comedy, drama, and fantasy called TWIXT. It's tough to categorize, and Coppola prefers films that way. He's been answering questions about his process for his entire life.
He'll be answering more about TWIXT, which opens today at the Kabuki Theater in San Francisco, and will run there for a week. Coppola will hang around after two showings for a Q&A with the audience tomorrow.
In the midst of the hubbub, he took some time to speak with Fortune about directing six-year-olds at drama camp and drunk dreaming in Istanbul about Edgar Allen Poe. An edited transcript of the conversation is below.
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Living in the moment served Kansas State well this season. The seventh-ranked Wildcats rose to No. 1 in the BCS standings, won the Big 12 title and reached the Fiesta Bowl.
But after finishing the season with a loss to No. 5 Oregon on Thursday night, Kansas State can finally turn its attention to the future.
That means life without quarterback Collin Klein, linebacker Arthur Brown and the rest of a senior class that helped to engineer another massive turnaround in Manhattan.
Coach Bill Snyder will have to fill plenty of holes on both sides of the ball, and the Wildcats will surely be picked to finish in the bottom half of the Big 12 next season. But then again, that's where they were picked to finish this season.
The Tostitos Fiesta Bowl did not turn out how the Wildcats hoped.
Oregon got in the board with a kickoff return on the first play of the game. De'Anthony Thomas ran 94-yards for the touchdown. The Ducks then scored on a two-point conversion to make it 8-0.
Oregon scored again in the first quarter making it 15-0.
K-State fought back in the second quarter. Collin Klein scored at the beginning of the second quarter to make it 15-7. Anthony Cantele kicked a 25 yard field goal to make it 15-10.
With less than a minute to go until halftime, Kenjon Barner caught a 24 yard TD pass from Marcus Mariota (followed by a kick) to make it 22-10.
In the opening minutes of the third quarter, Alejandro Maldonado kicked a 32 yard field goal to make it 25-10. Oregon's Marcus Mariota then took it into the endzone to make it 32-10.
K-State wasn't giving up. John Hubert scored on a 10 yard pass from Klein to make it 32-17. But as the final seconds clicked down, it become obvious K-State wasn't coming back. The final score 35-17.
Klein threw two interceptions and had 30 yards rushing on 13 carries.
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Sexual assault is any form of unwanted sexual contact obtained without consent and/or obtained through the use of force, threat of force, intimidation, or coercion. This includes date rape.
Sexual assault is devastating for victims, profoundly affecting their lives. For students, this can mean impacting the ability to do well academically or to achieve academic goals.Myths about Sexual Assault
Myth #1: Most rapists are strangers to the victim
FACT: About 4 out of 5 rapists are known to their victims
Myth #2: Men cannot be victims of sexual assault.
FACT: While women report more assaults, men can be victims of sexual assault, but are less likely to report it.
Myth #3: If a person decides to drink or use other drugs, she/he is responsible if sexually
FACT: Making the choice to drink or drug, while not wise, does not indicate consent to be sexually assaulted.
Myth #4: Men cannot rape a woman when she resists.
FACT: Men are generally physically more powerful than women and can force a woman to have sex. Men can also overpower men.
Myth #5: Sexual assault involves only physical, and not verbal, coercion.
FACT: Threats, tone of voice, or strong insistence can be intimidating and can make someone feel as if she/he has to submit to having sex.
To Help Prevent Sexual Assault
While there is no sure-fire way to prevent an assault from occurring, there are several steps that one can take to reduce the risk of becoming a victim of sexual assault:
- Evaluate your situation. Stay aware of your environment and the people in it.
- Don't feel as if you have to go out alone with someone you have just met.
- Monitor your actions and the actions of potential partners. Stay aware of your desires and expectations, communicate them clearly and monitor the reactions to these desires and expectations.
- On campus, walk confidently and stay aware of your surroundings.
- Notice what your gut tells you and listen to it.
- Don't hesitate to leave a situation if you have concerns; do so loudly and authoritatively.
- Stay in public areas on campus, away from parked cars, bushes, or doorways. Use the Campus Security escort service
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If you have just been assaulted:
- Assure your safety--get to a place that is safe.
- Contact someone who can help you. This could be an advocate from a Sexual Assault Center, the Police, Campus Security, or a trusted friend or family member.
- Do not shower, drink or eat, douche or change your clothing. This will destroy important evidence IF you later decide to prosecute.
- As soon as you are safe, go to a hospital Emergency Room. Even if you do not think you have any medical issues as a result of the attack, it is best to have a doctor check that there are no unseen injuries, to discuss emergency contraception, etc. The hospital can sometimes collect evidence up to 72 hours after an attack, although an immediate exam is most likely to gather evidence. Both the police and the Sexual Assault Center advocate can meet you at the hospital.
- As soon as you can, write down every detail that you can remember.
- Remember, too, that sexual assault is NOT your fault.
What Should I Do If My Friend/Partner/Family Member Has Been Sexually Assaulted?
This significant person in your life needs your support. You can provide that support by:
- Validating their feelings
- Refraining from questioning their experience
- Having patience with their healing and recovery. It will take time.
- Reminding them that sexual abuse is not their fault
- Letting them know that you believe them
- Allowing them to express feelings
- Reinforcing the importance of getting medical assistance
- Supporting their decision to report or not report
- Getting support yourself
- Encouraging the survivor's creation of a strong network of support
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Edmonds Community College is committed to creating a safe campus environment. We provide the following to help attain this goal:
- Lectures regarding topics such as personal safety, workplace issues, and self-care are offered periodically.
- Flyers related to sexual assault and other types of violence are available at the Counseling and Resource Center. 425- 640-1358
- Routine reports of incidents affecting the safety of the campus are available at: http://security.edcc.edu/_cleryact/
- Escort to your car or bus is available from Security by calling: 425-754-0192 (day) or 425-754-0154 (night)
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- Sexual assault survivors can explore action through the College/Student disciplinary procedures, when applicable, by contacting the Senior Associate Dean of Student Success and Retention at 425.640.1463.
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Snohomish Co Center for Battered Women: 425.252.2873
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On Mooney Goes Wild today...
Why is it so difficult to swat a fly? Because to the fly, you are operating in slow motion! Amazing new research from Trinity College in Dublin explores time perception in animals, and its lead author, Kevin Healy, joins the Mooney Goes Wild team to tell all!
Eanna ni Lamhna teams up with David Millard, from Bord Iascaigh Mhara, to go seaweed hunting in Dublin.
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If you are struggling with making a decision concerning an academic major and career, you are among a large group of students who enter college every year with the same challenge. Undecided majors have the opportunity to take university and departmental core courses common to most academic majors; thus, not losing valuable time and money taking unnecessary courses.
Through assessments and one-on-one academic advising specifically developed for undecided students, the Center for Student Success can help you make an informed decision about a career and academic major. Usually within one to two semesters students are ready to declare a specific major best suited for their future career. Our desire is to help you be successful in your academic endeavors.
We are located in the Center for Student Success (Academic Achievement Building) room 106.
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The Medical College of Wisconsin has a proud legacy of innovation in education. From humble beginnings as an offshoot of a local college, the Medical College has grown to become a renowned center for both research and medical education. Throughout its history, the Medical College has focused on training future physicians – with significant input from its faculty. The recent faculty-driven evolution of the medical school curriculum, therefore, is reflective of the value the Medical College places on faculty leadership and expertise.
The seeds of curriculum change were planted at a January 2007 retreat sponsored by the Medical College's Curriculum and Evaluation Committee (CEC) to review and respond to survey data from students, the Association of American Medical Colleges and the organizations that administer the United States Medical Licensing Exam. In November 2007, a second CEC retreat outlined a vision for the curriculum which would include:
In September 2008, the Dean's Education Innovation Advisory Committee (DEIAC) was formed and a retreat held, which resulted in an endorsement of many of the earlier CEC curriculum concepts. Most importantly, the DEIAC proposed that going forward, the Medical College curriculum should focus on:
Continuing the process, four work groups were formed to research best practices and benchmark innovative curriculum design of medical schools throughout the country. The findings were shared at a retreat in January 2009, resulting in the creation of the Pathways Program to provide students with an integrated, flexible, competency-based experience which would also afford them an opportunity for individualized learning. In September, 2009, the Introduction to Pathways course debuted as a required offering for students in the M1 and M2 years.
Ongoing debate continued among Medical College faculty concerning further evolution of the curriculum, especially as increasing numbers of medical schools began to adopt curriculum-related best practices. Consequently, Medical College faculty developed a Pilot program to ascertain the longer-term adjustments needed to develop a robust and dynamic curriculum which would roll out over time to an entire incoming class. The Pilot was offered to 210 students: 98 volunteered to participate and 28 were eventually chosen to begin the program with the class matriculating in fall 2010. This group would be the first to experience an innovative curriculum which integrated the basic sciences with clinical learning, aided by cutting-edge medical technologies.
In August 2011, the CEC formed the New Curriculum Steering Committee (NCSC) to leverage what was learned from the Pilot. Additionally, the NCSC was charged with melding the best of the Medical College's traditional and pilot curricula to develop a vision for a new curriculum, establish major content areas and oversee successful evaluation and implementation.
In November 2011, the Discovery Curriculum was approved after many months of a collaborative, faculty-driven effort to finalize the design for foundational basic science and symptom- and symptom-based course content, early clinical experiences and individualized student learning opportunities.
The class matriculating in fall 2012 (graduating class of 2016) will experience the Discovery Curriculum throughout its entire four years of medical school.


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BMW have released the following video of the upcoming K 1600 GT. No voice over or introduction, but plenty of detail shots, as well as some good audio of the new six-cylinder 1649cc engine. The 160bhp, 129ftlb is due to appear in showrooms in spring 2011.
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Want to see someone stunt an S1000RR? Get past the bizarre intro [what the hell is an R1000S…?] and you'll see some pretty tricksy riding.
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Boot finally is getting filled for MDA
Greenfield Fire Fighters Local #1963 has finally found better weather for its Fill the Boot fundraiser for the Muscular Dystrophy Association, twice postponed due to weather.
Local firefighters are collecting money from motorists and pedestrians from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. today and and again Saturday and Tuesday. at Layton Avenue and 76th Street.
With the help of citizens last year, the firefighters raised more than $30,000 for MDA. They hope to raise $35,000 this year. All donations will benefit local MDA clients and help send children and young adults to the MDA summer camp at Camp Lake, fund clinic visits at hospitals and wheelchair repairs.
This year's fundraiser was originally scheduled for ear;y June 7, but excessive heat forced its postponement. Stormy weather from June 20 to 22 forced a second postponement.
Corey Stingley case featured in new documentary
The case of Corey Stingley, a West Allis teen who died after he was held down by three adult customers at a convenience store where he had tried to shoplift alcohol, is featured in a new documentary.
Stingley's story will the first in a new series of 25 minute videos called Crime and Punishment on VICE News.com.
Stingley, 16, died after the encounter at VJ's Food Mart, 9206 W. Schlinger Ave., West Allis, on Dec. 14, 2012. More than a year later, after extended reviews and a secret John Doe investigation, District Attorney John Chisholm announced no charges would be filed, against any of the three men arrested after the incident.
The decision prompted protests that it was the result of a racial bias. Stingley was African-American; the customers are white.
VICE News released a short trailer for the Stingley episode on Thursday, and made the full length version of "The Death of Corey Stingley" available Friday.» Read Full Article
At least one person taken to hospital after van strikes house
At least one person was taken to a hospital after a van struck a house in Greenfield on March 31.
According to the Greenfield police report:
At least one person was taken to St. Luke's Hospital after a van struck a house in the 4500 block of West Loomis Road about 10:10 a.m. March 31.
Greenfield police received assistance from Greendale police in shutting down traffic on Loomis Road to allow We Energies to fix downed power lines across Loomis Road due to the accident.
Female tries to light clothing on fire on Greenfield lawn
A resident called police to report that an unknown female went to her neighbor's residence and tried to start clothing on fire March 31.
According to the Greenfield police report:
The resident called police when the female, age not released, went to her neighbor's yard in the 5900 block of South Honey Creek Parkway, threw clothing on the grass, sprayed it with lighter fluid and tried to start them on fire about 5:30 p.m. March 31.
After the clothes did not ignite, the female fled northbound in a gray vehicle.
West Allis-West Milwaukee receives $30,000 grant for nutrition efforts
The West Allis-West Milwaukee school district's recreation and community services department has received a $30,000 grant to support out-of-school nutrition programs, the district said Monday.
The grant is part of a larger $2.3 million grant from the Walmart Foundation to the National Recreation and Park Association that will help fund programs in 50 park and recreation agencies.
It will provide additional healthy meals to low-income students through the Summer Food Service Program and the Child and Adult Care Food Program, according to a release from the district. It will also fund programs that teach students about healthy eating and help the district implement nutrition and physical activity standards.
The national grant will support the National Recreation and Park Association's campaign to implement nutrition and physical activity standards in 2,000 park and recreation sites over the next five years.
Fewer than 3 million children participate in the Summer Food Service Program, according to a 2010 report on hunger by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, though 19.5 million children receive free or reduced meals during the school year.» Read Full Article
Greenfield troupe invited to theater festival in Scotland
The Greenfield High School Drama group has been chosen to perform at the American High School Theatre Festival in Edinburgh, Scotland, in 2015.
The school received three nominations after last fall's production of "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat."
Once nominated by a state, regional or national theater association, the director fills out application paperwork and submits up to 10 pages of supporting materials to a board of advisers. The board ranks the applications based on most recent bodies of work, honors and awards, technical ability, community involvement, philosophies, recommendations and overall dramatic excellence.
Top-ranking applicants are invited to perform in the festival.
Now comes the difficult work of raising more than $6,000 per student for the trip.
Driver dies, officer hurt in crash involving West Allis squad car
A West Allis police officer injured in a crash in which an 81-year-old man died Wednesday has been released from a hospital.
According to West Allis police, the officer's squad car was westbound on W. Lincoln Ave. about 4:20 p.m. when it collided with the man's vehicle at S. 80th St.
The officer and the man, the lone occupant of the other vehicle, were taken to a hospital, where the man died, police said.
The officer was driving to investigate an accident at S. 87th and Lincoln when the collision occurred, according to a police department news release.
The crash remained under investigation late Wednesday by the Wisconsin State Patrol and the Milwaukee County District Attorney's Office was also notified, police said.» Read Full Article
Armed man gives up to West Allis police
The Milwaukee County District Attorney's Office is evaluating an incident involving a 47-year-old armed West Allis man who was involved in what was originally reported to police as a domestic dispute about 8 p.m. Saturday.
West Allis police were called to a residence in the 9400 block of Mitchell Street where the man was alone inside. Police surrounded the home and negotiations began, with the man ultimately leaving the home.
He received minor injuries as he was taken into custody and was taken to a local hospital, treated and released back into police custody.
No other injuries were reported.
2 Greenfield rental managers accused of first-month-free scam
Two women who worked as managers of a Greenfield apartment complex are facing dozens of felony charges related to accusations they embezzled more than $100,000 in cash rent and other payments from tenants, a criminal complaint says.
Kim M. Pinnow-Johnson, 49, of Oshkosh and Kimberly L. Tokar, 32, of Greendale are each charged with 34 felonies related to forgery and theft.
Tokar is due in court for a preliminary hearing on Monday. Pinnow-Johnson was booked into Milwaukee County jail on Monday, and online court records did not immediately show when she was due in court.
The women ran the local rental office for Heritage Village Apartments and are accused of falsifying corporate documents and forging tenants' signatures to steal cash rental payments, according to the criminal complaint.
The scheme entailed the women demanding that tenants pay their first month of rent in cash, then forging the tenants' names on a document detailing a free first-month's rent and pocketing the cash, police said in court documents. The woman are accused of embezzling at least $114,877.74 from September 2011 through August 2012.» Read Full Article
Smell gets worse in West Allis office building
Everyone thought the sewer smell plaguing a West Allis office building would go away when two neighboring companies stopped loading up the sewer with wastewater, but the smell has only gotten worse.
For the last four or five years, employees at an office building housing We Energies, 500 S. 116th St., have felt ill and some have gone home sick, said Brian Manthey, We Energies spokesman.
Sewer fumes have emanated from restrooms but other fumes have come through the building's ventilation system.
The city has stepped in because of a possible health hazard. It notified the newer of the wastewater companies that the discharge limit was lower than it was pouring into the sewers and flows were reduced to the proper limit, Development Director John Stibal reported Tuesday to the Common Council Safety and Development Committee.
Another possible source of the smell is a plumbing leak and city officials had hoped that smoke testing would find one. Testing was done last week, but the plumbing proved tight, Stibal said.» Read Full Article
West Allis residents to clean up or shell out
Within the month, a crackdown on those who invite rodents by leaving garbage around will come crashing down in West Allis with fines to get the cleanup message through.
Driven by an increasing rat problem on the city's east side that some say is spreading to other areas, the Common Council has ordered increased enforcement of city rules aimed at keeping garbage and trash away from animals.
Normally the city has bent over backward for residents, giving them chance after chance. But there can be no more Mister Nice Guy, said Michael Lewis, public works director.
The clear direction from the city Public Works Committee Tuesday was strict enforcement with almost no mercy, he said.
"That's what we'll do," Lewis said.» Read Full Article
'Sole Sisters' running club to hold expo April 5
The "Sole Sisters" Womens' Running and Walking Club LLC will celebrate it second anniversary with the second annual "Sister's Vendor EXPO & Social" to be held Saturday, April 5 at the West Allis Wisconsin Athletic Club from 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
There will be 25 vendors including local artists, handmade crafts, jewelry, accesories, a fun photo booth, food samples, mini-massages, makeovers and manicures. Moms, sisters, girlfriends, co-workers, all are welcome. The event is free and open to the public. For more information go to www.solesistersclub.org.
West Allis tries to find way to allow café to serve cocktails
Urban Joe's Café, which opened six months ago in downtown West Allis, could end up serving cocktails after all — that is, if the city can narrow the parameters enough so that it won't be deluged by similar requests for liquor licenses, which have already surpassed a self-imposed limit.
The Common Council originally denied the request by Urban Joe's owner Pullum Tairi for a liquor license, but pleas at the council meeting two weeks ago led to the request being sent back to the License and Health Committee, which met Tuesday night.
The committee was sympathetic, but told Tairi that if it goes further over the limit for him it will have to do so for anyone asking for a liquor license, thereby crippling the city's effort to reduce the number of taverns. (The city current has allowed 124 such licenses, four more than it wants.)
But noting that Urban Joe's is the kind of business the city wants to attract, especially to the downtown, the committee did some creative thinking, resulting in it finding a way to narrow the parameters for granting a license so much so that others would be unlikely to qualify. The Community Development Department is now working on the details and will come back to the committee and the Common Council.
Urban Joe's has become a popular breakfast and lunch spot. Tairi wants to serve cocktails to make the shop an attractive night time destination for business people and couples.
Crews clear crash that closed 2 right lanes of westbound I-894
Crews have cleared a rollover crash that closed the two right lanes of westbound I-894 at S. 92nd St. in Greenfield. The lanes reopened at 2:20 p.m. after 55 minutes.
Capri di Nuovo opens in West Allis
Chris and Abby Paul opened the Italian restaurant with some of Capri's original recipes — the restaurant was open for 45 years before closing in 2012 — but also included recipes of their own on the menu.
So, it has Capri's lasagna ($10.99 a la carte) but also serves Italian beef sandwiches ($8.49) and both thin-crust and Chicago-style pizzas (starting at $7 and $13, respectively).
Capri di Nuovo is open for dinner from 4 to 11 p.m. daily, and serves lunch from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday and Friday.
The restaurant offers takeout, and hopes to start delivery in a few months. It takes reservations for parties of 10 or more. To contact, (414) 543-5510.
Police unable to find woman on unlicensed scooter walking dog
Police were called about a woman driving an unlicensed scooter on the wrong side of the street while walking a dog, but police were unable to find her March 7.
According to the Greenfield police report:
A resident called police dispatch to report a woman was driving an unlicensed scooter on the wrong side of the street while walking a dog on a leash in the 10300 block of West Howard Avenue at 2:50 p.m. March 7.
The caller told dispatch that not only should the woman not be riding in the road with an unlicensed scooter, but also she is making the dog run alongside her so fast it doesn't have time to stop and urinate.
The caller said the woman does this every day.» Read Full Article


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2014 Ribbon Cutting Ceremony - MWT Community/Government Center
Chairman Cedric Cromwell and 2013-2014 Powwow Princess Danna Jackson
Chief Vernon "Silent Drum" Lopez & Chairman Cedric Cromwell Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe
Youth Sobriety Powwow - June 14th, 2014
2014 Ribbon Cutting Ceremony - MWT Community/Government Center
Chairman Cedric Cromwell and 2013-2014 Powwow Princess Danna Jackson
Chief Vernon "Silent Drum" Lopez & Chairman Cedric Cromwell Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe
Youth Sobriety Powwow - June 14th, 2014
Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe
Project First Light Destination Resort Casino
PowWow 2013
Mashpee Wampanoag Tribal Community/Government Center
Mashpee Wampanoag Housing "Groundbreaking Ceremony" - Septemer 15, 2013
Tribal Citizen, Boston Police Officer "Hero" - Passing
Dear Tribal Community, It is with great sadness that I share the sudden and unexpected passing of Tribal citizen, Dennis "DJ" Simmonds, Jr, the grandson of Tribal Elder Catherine (Green) Simmonds. Dennis is remembered as a devoted law officer...
April 15, 2014 Mashpee Wampanoags Celebrate New Government/Community Center Gale Courey Toensing Inidan Country Today Media Network (Mashpee, MA April 15, 2014) The Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe celebrated the completion of its beautiful new government and community center building in Mashpee, Massachusetts by throwing a grand opening party for hundreds of its friends. The event took place on…
March 19, 2014 Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe Applauds Federal Land-in-Trust Guidelines (MASHPEE, MA – March 18, 2014) -- Cedric Cromwell, Chairman of the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribal Council, is commending a legal opinion released late last week by the Interior Department for placing land in trust in the aftermath of the Supreme Court's Carcieri decision in 2009. …
February 27, 2014 New Mashpee Wampanoag Tribal Community & Government Center, "Celebration & Ceremony" Planned (Mashpee, MA February 27, 2014) The Mashpee Wampanoag Tribal Nation's Community & Government Center construction located at 483 Great Neck Road – South in Mashpee, is complete and final. The "Certificate of Occupancy" is official. The Tribal Operations Department transition will also be complete this…
February 13, 2014 Chairman Cedric Cromwell at Harvard (Cambridge, MA – February 14, 2014) – The Honorable Cedric Cromwell, chairman of the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe, recently gathered at the Harvard Faculty Club with the Honorable Tobias J. Vanderhoop, chairman of the Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head Aquinnah, and others for a clambake in…
January 08, 2014 BIA Approves Mashpee's Tribal-State Gaming Compact in 'Historic and Epic Moment' The Bureau of Indian Affairs has approved the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe's gaming compact with the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, setting another major landmark on the tribe's journey toward building Project First Light, a $500 million destination resort casino in the southeastern part of the state.
September 10, 2013 Mashpee Wampanoag Taunton casino takes a step forward After languishing in a legislative committee since April, the tribal gambling compact that would spell out the terms of a Mashpee Wampanoag casino in Taunton is finally moving to the full legislature.
May 24, 2013 Chairman Cromwell speaks on Greater Boston about progress on the Tribe's destination resort casino Watch the video.
May 16, 2013 Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe releases new casino renderings Read more.
May 16, 2013 State Panel Examines Revised Mashpee Wampanoag Casino Deal Read more.
May 14, 2013 Casinos: Tribe has high hopes for Taunton site Read more.
April 28, 2013 New Mashpee Wampanoag Headquarters Rises from the Ground Read more.
April 17, 2013 Tribal interests - Cape Cod Times Perhaps we should not be surprised about the ugly sausage-making at the Massachusetts Gaming Commission and the state Legislature. After all, some of the wealthiest and most powerful casino investors in the world are jockeying for a piece of the Bay State's action.
April 13, 2013 Fox 25 says the Massachusetts Gaming Commission is acting unfairly and should respect the Mashpee W Watch the video here.
April 13, 2013 On Fox 25 News, Chairman Cedric Cromwell calls for transparency from the Mass Gaming Commission Watch the video here.
March 21, 2013 Better Odds Seen for Tribe's Casino Pact Read more.
March 20, 2013 State, Mashpee Wampanoag Come to Agreement on New Compact Read more.
March 05, 2013 State, Mashpee Tribe Close in on Casino Deal Gov. Patrick and Chairman Cromwell confirmed yesterday that a new compact between the Commonwealth and the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe is close and that they have met with federal officials regarding the outline of a new deal.
February 27, 2013 Patrick 'Close' to New Casino Compact With Tribe Read More.
February 25, 2013 Wampanoag Chairman Maintains Leadership Read More.
February 13, 2013 Ruling Backs Mashpee Tribe's Land Claims "It further demonstrates an Interior Department that is more willing to move quickly and definitively on these types of determinations," Steven Light, an Indian gaming expert at the University of North Dakota, said. "Put this federal action together with the groundwork the tribe has laid…


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I'm offering the deal of the year, a discounted ticket to this years burning man plus a ride out from the northeast. Here are the FAQs about the deal:
So what is the deal?
I have two tickets to this years event and only one person going (me), so I have an extra ticket. Due to the fact that it is a long ass ride I would prefer to have someone o take the journey out there any back with. Six days of driving fourteen hours a day would get old fast solo.
Why do you have an extra ticket?
Because I have friends who like to bail on me . The person I was going with got screwed by her work, and all of my other friends either don't want to go or are too broke.
How much for this deal?
I will sell the ticket for $200 (it's a $280 ticket) plus half the expenses to get out there such as fuel, hotels, etc. I figure it'll be around $600 for the round trip depending on gas prices at the time.
So what are you driving out?
A 1999 Ford E150 van.
Will it make it there and back?
No idea, I'm hoping it does. It runs good, but who knows what will happen in 5000 miles of driving.
What can I bring?
As long as it fits in the van I could care less.
What about once we get there?
I'm registered with a camp (Stag Camp) for two people if you care to join. If you want to join up with another camp feel free. This deal is either for the ride/ticket or the ride/ticket/place to stay.
Will you sell the ticket separately?
At the moment no. The main purpose of the reduced price is to get someone to share the driving duties with, sell ing the ticket outright will leave me in the same predicament I'm in now. If I can find someone who needs a ride but already has a ticket I will sell it then.
Where are you coming from?
Northern New Jersey. I can pick you up along the way or come pick you up within reason. I would rather meet whoever it is before hand to get to know them, but if it can't be arranged that's fine.
Is this offer up to anyone?
I would prefer someone around my age (25) but it is open to anyone as long as you're not a pain in the ass or an ax murderer. Male, female, gay, straight, BM virgin, BM vet, doesn't matter to me.
And who are you?
My name is Bobby, I'm a 25 year old guy from NJ. This will be my first BM and I can't wait to get out there. I'm terrible about writing about myself but I can fill you in as needed.
Any other questions or if you're interested just post and I'll fill you in.


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Stay up to date with the latest news, happenings, photos and videos from BBYO's broadest range of Summer Experiences yet!
Global Jewry - France
Posted on 08/05/2013 @ 07:00 AM
As Kallah wraps up, we reflect upon the great memories that we had. One of the awesome experiences that Kallah affords us is the opportunity to meet Jewish teens from around the world, and so I'd like to share a blog written by participants Alex Danoff and Idan Hovav about Jewry in France.
This year at BBYO's International Kallah, teens from eight different countries are in attendance, including France, Serbia, Canada, Bulgaria, and others. By welcoming all these young Jews from outside the United States, BBYO works to encourage global Jewry, especially in countries with developing Jewish populations.
Although France has approximately 540,000 Jews within its border, less than 97,000 are teenagers. Of these, just 150 are in BBYO there. In France, BBYO is active in 11 cities in three parts of the country.
Ivan Touati, a teen from France is here at Kallah, and he has a lot to say about issues back home. When asked about being a Jew in France, he describes it as "Frustrating. Most of the Jews in France stay very close together and don't mix with other people. It creates anti-Semitism." Even so, he likes being Jewish and going to synagogue. He attends a liberal synagogue, which is the France equivalent to reform. According to him, they can get up to 400 attendees at services for Yom Kippur, an impressive showing considering the relatively small Jewish community. Ivan also teaches Talmud and Torah to 8 and 9 year olds once a week.
Not only does having a teen from France here expose other participants to new languages, cultures, and people, it's also living proof that BBYO is a globally active organization with members everywhere in the world.
In France, BBYO competes for members with a Zionist youth group called Hashomer Hatzair. This organization recruits strongly in France and other European countries. Although many members of this organization do not join BBYO, both youth groups work toward the same goal: providing Jewish teens with a better Jewish experience.
Recap of the Week
Posted on 08/03/2013 @ 10:00 PM
As the final Shabbat of Kallah winds down, we reflect on the eventful week that has passed by.
We began the week off right on Sunday night when Dan Nichols came to perform for our camp, in addition to two guest camps. The teens loved hearing some of their favorite Kallah songs being sung by the man who actually wrote them. Another highlight was that a group of our musically talented kids got to go up on the stage and perform several songs along with Dan.
Tuesday was another unforgettable night as we had another exchange with Camp Morasha. At the beginning of Kallah, we went to visit them, and on Tuesday they returned the favor and came to visit us. The boys and girls had separate programming, and then everyone camp together for some rikkudim (Israeli dancing) and a camp fire. Seeing a group of Jewish teens from such a variety of backgrounds all standing with their arms wrapped around one another singing together is not an image I will soon forget.
Wednesday night was special as we got to experience Israel through a different lens. Our program was Israel 360, in which different aspects of Israel are analyzed thoroughly (from all 360 degrees). Teens got to explore various views of issues surrounding the Dead Sea, the four quarters of Jerusalem, and serving in the IDF.
Thursday was the famous color war! Teens got split up into 4 teams (green, blue, yellow, and red), and ferociously competed against each other in matches of ultimate frisbee, basketball, soccer, gaga ball, a tug-of-war, relay races in the pool, a skit, song, and banner. All of the teams had plenty of spirit and put in a valiant effort, but in the end the yellow team came out victorious.
Finally, last night we began our last Shabbat, which was special and unique like all Perlman Shabbats are. We had our last Shabbat Shira (song session) and Shabbat services of the summer, and tomorrow night we'll be finishing camp off right with our annual talent show - Cafe Kallah.
CLTC 7 Update: B'nai Mitzvot and Inductions
Posted on 08/02/2013 @ 12:42 AM
Today at CLTC 7 two teens celebrated their B'nai Mitzvot, and here is what they had to say about their experience!
"Today I was Bar Mitzvah'd. I feel like a man. I am very happy I was able to do it with this CLTC community." - Evan Bowles, Southern - ATL
"Having the opportunity to become a Bat Mitzvah at CLTC was an unforgettable experience. I am so happy I got the chance to share this special day with everyone." - Alana Horwitz, RMR
Then later tonight all the teens were inducted into the International Order, and here is what they had to say about their inductions!
"Separates was my favorite part of CLTC so far because I could to celebrate and cheer with my brother Alephs from around the international Order." -Jacob Snyder, NRE - DC
"Tonight was one of the best nights of my life." - Corey Nadelbach, NRE -DC
"No matter how many times people say it, it will forever be true. CLTC was the best 12 days I have ever experienced in my life. In a split second, my life changed. Being inducted into the International Order of B'nai B'rith Girls was a life changing moment and I will forever keep this stored in my heart." - Lora Lee Ashkenazy, GCR
"10 months ago when I joined BBYO, I never would have expected to end up at CLTC. Now that I am here, I cannot have imagined spending the second part of my summer any other way. I always felt a part of BBG, but after being inducted into the B'nai B'rith Girls International Order tonight, made it all surreal to me. I am officially a member of Bnai Brith Girls and will forever remember this moment." - Michelle Biesman, CSR
CLTC 7 Update: Texas Hoedown
Posted on 07/31/2013 @ 11:53 PM
Tonight at CLTC we had a Texas Hoedown to get everyone excited for International Convention 2014 in Dallas! It was a fun night complete with dancing and a hayride around the camp. Here is what the teens had to say about the experience!
"CLTC has been one of the most amazing experiences I've ever had. I've created more than friends for life. I've found brothers and sisters for life and memories that will never die."- Justin Asarch, PWR
"The Texas hoedown was a ball, had a great time, eh? Being from the Canada, experiencing Texas was fun. Getting excited for IC 2014!" - Zach Freedman, LOR
"I'm having a ton of fun at the hoedown! I actually can't wait for IC!" - Lindsey Lozoskie, NRE – No. VA
"The hoedown was so fun and it got me so psyched for IC in Texas! I'm counting down the days." - Alana Horwitz, RMR
"This was a real bonding experience." - Becca Ascherman, Miami
"The hoedown tonight was such a blast! I can't wait to continue the fun at IC in Dallas!" - Hannah Paley, Wisconsin
CLTC 7 Update: July 30th
Posted on 07/30/2013 @ 11:53 PM
Here are some thoughts from the teens about CLTC 7!
"CLTC is life changing! I learned about my Jewish identity and explored causes that impact me!" - Michael Cohen, Southern - Atlanta
"I learned that every chapter is a community and it's important to work to keep it together." - Rachel Ockner, Michigan
"CLTC has not only taught me how to be the best leader I can be in my chapter, but also life in general. I've gained tools that I know I'm going to carry with me for the rest of my life." - Emily Hamburger, NRE-DC
"CLTC has been really educational. It's been one of the best experiences of my life." - Jamie Schwartz, Southern - Atlanta
A haiku about CLTC by Evan Bowles, Southern - Atlanta
"We have made some friends
Both Alephs and BBGs
Thanks CLTC!"
CLTC 7 Update: July 29th, 2013
Posted on 07/29/2013 @ 11:23 PM
Tonight at CLTC the teens did a program where they learned all about March of the Living. Here are their thoughts on both the program and their experiences at CLTC.
"Never been more touched in my life. It's amazing to think generations after generations with numbers growing and shrinking we are still together bonded stronger than ever." - Dovey Hochberg, NTO
"CLTC has made me realize how proud I am of my Judaism and gave me incredible leadership skills that I will carry with me forever." - Lily Maslia, Southern - Atlanta
"Noticing how many Jewish teens stand up for their religion, faith, and heritage is so astonishing for anyone to see. I know my personal perspective of Judaism has changed drastically after being on CLTC and learning about March of the Living." - Sam Eigen, SJR
"Going to CLTC I didn't know what to expect. Of course everyone in my region has told me how amazing it is and it's "the best 12 days of your life". So I decided to try it out, and so far my experience is indescribable." - Leah Kay, Liberty
"Once I went on this trip my perspective of everything in BBYO was changed and I was already incredibly involved and this trip only pushed me to do more." - Corey Davidson, LOR
Review of July 20th's Program Pt. 2
Posted on 07/29/2013 @ 07:00 AM
The roots of our K'far continued to blossom as we delved into our second program of the evening.
"Welcome to IDF high command," shouted the program leaders. We then presented with the case of Gilad Shalit, an Israeli soldier captured by militants and held hostage for years. Our commanders relayed to us an offer from his captors for his return. The request called for the release of 2000 Palestinian terrorists and a lift of the naval blockade on Gaza. Then, in small groups, we discussed either an acceptance or a counter offer. Final responses varied but the discussion that fostered them was an unparalleled insight into our brothers' opinions and the complex intricacies of this real-life dilemma .
For our final program of the evening, the shocking reality that the State of Israel has no constitution. Each group was presented with a question that deeply proves at Israel's role in the world and her relation to he Jewish people worldwide. For example, "Does Israel need to be the epicenter of the Jewish people?" Groups discussed and answered the questions after serious debate, the answers forming the constitution we crafted as a group.
This first evening of K'far programming was stupendously formative for our group unity, planting the seeds of fraternity in the Kallah 2013 garden.
Thanks for reading. B'Shalom,
Eli Shankman and Josh Kaplan
Review of July 20th's Program Pt. 1
Posted on 07/29/2013 @ 02:00 AM
Eli Shankman and Josh Kaplan here!
You can't spell "fraternity" without the "nity" in "unity", and here at K'far AZA that's what we're all about. But what is K'far AZA you ask? Well, let me tell you! K'far means village in Hebrew, and much like the shtetls and village communities of yore, we take the value of K'far AZA to develop a tightly knit gaggle of young Jewish leaders here at Perlman. Every Saturday night, the Alephs of Kallah 2013 are graced with a unique opportunity to participate in programming specifically targeting the formation of bonds in our K'far this year!
About a week ago, on the night of July 20th we experienced our very first K'far program. The program was centered around three activities, each focusing on a different element of defending and fashioning our own Jewish identities. As the night started we gathered around a small amphitheater and were instructed to divide into small groups. Each group had its own leader who served as a tour guide and these groups lined up in a queue outside of a small building dubbed "The Museum of Jewish History". As participants entered the museum their eyes were immediately drawn to tables that lined the walls and in a logical counterclockwise progression. The tables were covered in different Jewish ritual items, everything from menorahs to kiddish cups, tefillin to siddurim. Participants approached the first table and the tour guide began his spiel. Every item he picked up was accompanied by a short explanation of its use or purpose, all pointing to the fact that Jews were devil worshipers and Christian killers, and these were the instruments of their demonic agenda. Alephs in the room looked on in disgust and confusion as these blasphemously inaccurate reports went on and on. Then we came to the "Wall of Heroes". Glorifying pictures and biographies of historically infamous anti-Semites dressed the wall. After that participants were directed to view the educational video (a parody of Hey Jude by the Westborough Baptist Church). This video explained all the sins that the Jews have committed, including many shots of young children singing along. Finally we departed the museum and debriefed the experience in another classroom. It was revealed that the museum reflected a Nazi dream of creating a museum of Jewish reflects once the final solution was complete. People shared feelings of anger and sickness but finally agreed on the uplifting sentiment that no people had ever succeeded in exterminating all Jews and that we would stay strong to make sure nothing like that could be a reality in our lifetime or generations to come.
Two more activities came to follow this already unbelievable experience both enhancing our outlook upon Israel and our own morals. These discussions gave us an insight into our brothers' perspectives developing the roots of a true K'far.
Stay tuned for Part 2 describing the rest of the evening.
CLTC 7 Update: July 28th, 2013
Posted on 07/29/2013 @ 12:01 AM
Tonight at CLTC we did a program where the teens learned all about Israel! Here are their thoughts on their experience.
"We learned a lot about Israel and it really made me want to go more." - Max Scherer, NRE - DC
"It was awesome adventuring different parts of Israel and I can't wait to go someday!" - Julia Margulies, ONR
"It was eye-opening to how great Israel is!"- Stacey Aranowitz, Liberty
"The program we did was very powerful to say the least. It taught us all about how Israel works and some of the history behind why it's our homeland." - Jordan Kochman, NRE - DC
"This program shed new light onto my view of Israel."- Max Perlmuter, Michigan
"I really liked learning the Hebrew words, the red string. Everyone lives differently in Israel based on their religion!" - Hannah Kostuchenko, Eastern
"It was a really interesting session that made me feel closer to Israel." - Josh Blank, NRE - DC
CLTC 7 Update: July 27th, 2013
Posted on 07/28/2013 @ 12:01 AM
Here are some thoughts from the teens about CLTC!
"Our chapter's favorite times have really been whenever we're together just getting to know each other. I couldn't ask for a better group of guys to have in my chapter."- Sandy Leach, Southern - Atlanta
"Our chapter's favorite part of Shabbat was holding a successful Shabbat program." - Jakob Allen, KIO
"Every moment of CLTC has been so wonderful, I've really enjoyed everything." - Rachel Ockner, Michigan
"For being at CLTC only four and a half days, we have grown incredibly, and Havdallah brought everyone closer" - Alyssa Wachs, SJR
CLTC 6 Matthew Baker
Posted on 07/26/2013 @ 11:30 PM
Hi! My name is Matt Baker from Lonestar.
Grant Braden Hansell planned the most amazing Inductions last night. This whole experience was life changing and eye opening, and as I return to my chapter as Shapiro AZA's Gizbor I know what it takes to plan a successful fundraiser. All thanks to the amazing staff, my advisor Drew and, my 43 brothers. I love these people, I love this place, and I will miss them all dearly.
Fraternally submitted with undying love for
all my brothers, Drew, and Grant
I forever remain
Aleph Matthew Roy Baker
CLTC 6 Jay Seline
Posted on 07/26/2013 @ 11:30 PM
Whats up! My name is Jay Seline from NRE-D.C. Council
The Inductions we had last night were the most emotional and special inductions I've ever seen or been in. It reminded me of how brotherhood stays strong when you bring 43 of the greatest alephs you could ever be with in the 12 days we have together. The special part of the whole induction process was writing down my past regrets, tearing them, and getting them off my back.
There were mixed emotions in the circle. Ever more special is how close we all came together as one big family within the 12 days.
Fraternally submitted with undying love for
Simon Atlas AZA #126, Northern Region East, The International Order of the Aleph Zadik Aleph, Brotherhood, CLTC 6,
I forever remain,
Aleph Jay Seline
CLTC 6 Ashlyn Champ
Posted on 07/26/2013 @ 11:30 PM
Hi! My name is Ashlyn Champ from NRE-No.Va Council.
There are no words to describe what an amazing and incredible experience being internationally inducted was. Hands down, it was the best inductions ever! It changed me as a person and I would like to thank Judith Cohen for that.
Submitted, with undying love for
CLTC 6, spooey, my sister b'nai b'rith girls, my brother alephs, and the international order of BBYO and BBG,
I forever remain,
Ashlyn Victoria Champ.
CLTC 6 Sarah Levinson
Posted on 07/26/2013 @ 11:30 PM
Hi! My name is Sarah Levinson from Lonestar!
Last night I became a part of the International Order of the B'nai Brith Girls.
The experience was amazing, and as memorable as could be. Judith did a wonderful job, and I would like to thank her for all the time and effort she put into the inductions. I know that I will walk away from CLTC with the memory of the best International Inductions that have ever been held.
Respectfully submitted, with undying love for
all of my BBG sisters, CLTC 6 2013, spooey, late night heart to hearts, and the international order of the B'nai Brith Girls,
I forever remain,
Sarah Lisa Levinson.
CLTC 6 Seth Betman
Posted on 07/26/2013 @ 11:30 PM
Inductions were the most emotional night of my life. As you are standing in the circle around your brother alephs who have put so much to this organization, many emotions come over you. You realize that this organization of Jewish teens is much bigger than you. So many Jewish teens around the world have shared the same experience of being inducted, and knowing that just amazes me.
As I look at my aleph pin that I received last night, I think of the future of this organization. Standing in a circle with 44 alephs that have showed me brotherhood at its peak, I know we can be the change we wish to see in this order.
Fraternally submitted with undying love for
Max Fisher AZA #337, Michigan Region GLC, the International Order of the Aleph Zadik Aleph, and the Alephs of CLTC 6 who show Achari,
I forever remain
Aleph Seth Franklin Betman.
CLTC 7 Update: Stand Up!
Posted on 07/25/2013 @ 11:46 PM
Today at CLTC the teens did a program on Stand Up and each chapter chose a cause they would be raising money for together. Here is what the teens had to say about their experiences!
"Stand Up is service and service is one of the five folds of AZA, so it goes hand in hand." - Dan Nelson, PWR
"Doing Stand Up activities or community service can help your chapter find a common bond over a cause you care about." - Adam Levengard, NRE - DC
"BBYO is all about impacting others in the community. It shows that we're here and we want to make a difference." - Corey Nadelbach, NRE - DC
"In BBYO were given so many experiences and opportunities and this is our chance to give back to the community." - Hadleigh Swarts, RMR
"Everybody has their own cause they stand up for, everybody is different, everyone has their own passion." - Scott Lacritz, NTO
"Some of the people I look up to the most and the greatest leaders are all around me." - Jacob Borowsky, SJR
"I learned that a group of people could get so close in such a short amount of time." - Sylvie Siegel, KIO
Review of the Morasha Exchange
Posted on 07/25/2013 @ 02:08 AM
Rebecca Lewis and Maeghan Jakubovitz here!
On Thursday July 18th, 2013, we went to camp Morasha, an orthodox camp, and had an exchange with them along with two other orthodox camps. Prior to going to the camp the boys and girls dressed in traditionally modest clothing with covered knees and shoulders.
While we were there we split into groups with a few teens from each camp, including some of the leaders. We got to talk to one another about our beliefs and what we like to do. The conversations ranged from favorite movies to our Jewish identities and belief in G-d. It was eye-opening to see how similar we are even though we have different customs and interesting to learn about our differences as well.
After that, we had an awesome dance where the boys and girls were separated by a michzah. We learned how they traditionally danced and listened to some of their favorite songs. Here we got to talk to some of the teens on a more personal level where they were very open about some of the struggles they face along with their favorite aspects of the lives they lead as orthodox teens.
This was such an awesome experience for all of us. Kallah is very excited for them to come visit our camp on July 30th and to find out more about their traditions, and for them to see ours.
CLTC 7 Update: July 24th, 2013
Posted on 07/24/2013 @ 11:34 PM
Here are some thoughts from the teens about their experiences at CLTC 7 so far!
"We learned about the history of AZA tonight. We really bonded as brothers while repeating the AZA heartbeat." - Sam Halpern, Michigan
"I'm excited to use the skills I will learn in my mock chapter and apply them to my real chapter." - Omer Lavian, PWR
"I made a new best friend at CLTC who is originally from Australia. It's really cool to meet Jewish teens from all different places." - Morgan Neff, Liberty
"I'm excited to learn how to become a leader and step outside my comfort zone." - Leah Taub, Michigan
"I'm excited to leave with over 100 new friends and to become a better leader." Cassidy Aronin, Southern - Atlanta
Last Day at Impact DC
Posted on 07/24/2013 @ 10:35 PM
Well, we made it- The last day of Impact DC 2013. Throughout this program, we have learned valuable lessons and got a glimpse at the very real poverty situation that is currently gripping our nation. I truly believe that every one of us has made strides here in DC and friendships that will last a lifetime.
At our final day at Bright Beginnings, the cool weather allowed us to take our classes to the library and the awesome playground outside the school. The kids were cute as ever and jumped for joy upon our arrival. The entire Bright Beginnings service group love all our kids and were genuinely sorry to end our time volunteering at their amazing school and in DC as well.
As our time on Impact draws to a close, we can reflect on everything we have learned since we left 11 days ago. Over the past 11 days, we have volunteered at service sites, conversed with the homeless, lobbied to our state Senators and representatives, made an impact on Washington DC, and learned valuable lessons along the way. As it turns out, it's not so easy to take life for granted once you realize how precious it is.
We want to thank the staff for an amazing experience in DC and special thanks to Ethan and Ariane for being the best teen coordinators ever!
Hannah Sessler
Kallah Day 6 and 7
Posted on 07/24/2013 @ 02:00 AM
Now that we're a week into Kallah, we've settled into a pattern. Mornings are spent with Judaic educators. Then, afternoons are spent in electives, such as chugim and specialist series, in which teens do activities ranging from acapella to making murals for camp. Finally, everyday ends with an evening program and perhaps rikkudim (Israeli dancing).
Yesterday's evening program was an Israeli narrative program, in which we explored our connection to Israel, whether it's from the classroom, from a visit, or because we've spent our whole life in Israel - like our shlichot (Israeli representatives) Nitzan and Orna!
Today's evening program was about 21st Century Judaism. We split up into 7 groups and created solutions to contemporary Jewish issues such as connecting Israelis with North American Jews, supporting stigmatized Jewish communities, and encouraging Jewish art.


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I find that planning our weekly menus saves time, money and energy. During this busy time of gardening, harvesting and preserving there are even more obstacles to overcome. For one I am currently inundated with produce from our csa, our garden (well, sort of), and the farmers market. In order to prevent waste and keep up with all of the fresh produce I had to develop a new menu planner with a few new features. Let me show you how I use these different features to simplify my meal planning.
This is where I list the produce that we have on hand that needs to get used within the week. Some things like carrots and beets would be left off of the list in favor of more perishable items like greens and berries. By having this list I am able to plan my meals around what needs to get eaten immediately, thereby avoiding waste.
This is where I list the items that I have plenty of in the pantry or refrigerator/freezer. So when I have 4 quarts of homemade chicken stock sitting in there I know I need to plan a couple of meals like soups or beans cooked in stock.
Meal Ideas
With my old menu planner I always wanted a space where I could just jot down some ideas for meals that sounded good or that could be made given my pantry and produce lists. This area allows me to jot down 7 meals in no particular order. I can then sort them out by days in the actual menu plan.
Grocery List
This one speaks for itself. Right now I am finding that I don't have much of a need for the grocery store, but when there is a meal on my meal ideas list that requires a special ingredient I can jot it down here.
I find that this new menu plan is working well for me during this busy season of abundance. I hope it helps you as well.
This post is a contribution to real food Wednesday.
14 Responses to A Menu Planning System for Summer
renee @ FIMBY says:
Cool planner, I love how pretty it looks, mine is printed from a very basic spreadsheet. I have a bit of a challenge planning meals these days. I menu plan on Monday but pick up produce from the FM on Wed and the farm on Thursday. So I'm using up what we got last week and then planning vague meals with what I know we'll get. Ie: a zucchini meal or broccoli meal (we base our meals around veggies).
I buy almost all my pantry goods from a buying club and that's a once a month order so my pantry is pretty much stocked with the same goods week to week. Except that last week before the order arrives can be iffy if we run out of something, like pbutter this last time!
Each week I make a trip, as part of my weekly errands, to the health food store to get little things that aren't available or aren't cheaper through the buying club.
Way more information than you wanted to know..
Denise says:
that is a great idea! it seems as if I menu plan after I go grocery shopping. it should be the other way around. I will get it figured out one of these days. I might have to try this.
Barb@My Daily Round says:
What a great menu planner! I'm thinking of doing something similar for the winter to make sure that we use the produce that I put up this summer. You've inspired me to make mine a little more attractive!
Barb@My Daily Round says:
What a great menu planner! I'm thinking of doing something similar for the winter to make sure that we use the produce that I put up this summer. You've inspired me to make mine a little more attractive!
I shared your post on my blog today.
CHEESESLAVE says:
I LOVE this! Printing it now.
It is pretty but more importantly it is so well-designed.
Thank you!
Pamela says:
Very well laid out planner. Like you ideas to eliminate the waste we so often encounter when we are inundated with the overflow of produce.
emily says:
i love this! it's exactly what i need, thanks so much!
Heather says:
Thank you for the wonderful planner. I'm going to try it this week!
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Arles Photo Festival Highlights Discovery Award Winners, Mexican Photographers, Multimedia
London-based writer Julian Lass filed this report on this year's Rencontres d'Arles.
The Rencontres d'Arles 2011, the annual photography festival held in the South of France, wrapped up its professional week on Sunday July 10. This year, work by Mexican photographers, an exhibition of artists who use photography in their work and several multimedia and web-based pieces are highlights of the professional week, along with the usual offerings of portfolio reviews, vin rouge and pastis amid the city's windy streets and outdoor cafes.
This year's Discovery Award, which comes with a prize of €25,000 ($20,000), was given to South African photographer Mikhael Subotzky and British artist Patrick Waterhouse for their collaborative documentary project Ponte City, a representation of the 54-storey tower block, Ponte City, in Johannesburg, the tallest residential building in Africa. The result is shown in Arles with a giant, backlit Perspex tower, made up of hundreds of pictures of the residents, doors, windows, and televisions. "Working with somebody else has been very new for me," said 30-year-old Subotzky, a Magnum photographer, "but it's been very rewarding." Their work, and all other exhibitions at the Rencontres, are on display through September 18.
The Discovery Award exhibition also showcases the work of 14 other photographers, nominated by four curators and the arts group Le Point du Jour. One of the nominators is Simon Baker, curator of photography at the Tate Modern, London. "Something that Arles is really good for is it allows you to show a piece in depth," said Baker, whose exhibition at Arles highlights conceptual photographers. "What I wanted to do here was to draw out the relationships between different kinds of documentary practice."


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California's Great Reds
In Search of the Perfect California Cabernet
James Laube
Posted: June 1, 1993
Wine and surfing. Those two pastimes captured my fancy in the summer of '74. Not much came of my surfing career. By the time I'd more or less mastered the sport of long-boarding, these wide-body behemoths were dinosaurs, replaced with shorter, lighter, niftier boards that zipped across the waves. Little did I know that a new passion had been taking shape between riding the waves. I had been sampling my way through the shelves of a little wine store near the beach at Cardiff-by-the-Sea in San Diego, where I lived. I had no idea that I was sipping my way through the modern renaissance of California wine and laying the groundwork for a life of writing about and drinking California wine.
My friends and I found the wine world a fascinating arena of new names, places, tastes and styles. Each year there were new vintages and new wines to explore. The owner of our favorite little wine store provided endless streams of buying advice. But apart from the new arrivals and vintages each year, it usually didn't take long to work through the latest recommendations.
A new world opened that year. One die-hard member of our surf- and-wine club left San Diego State University to study history in Sonoma County. There he talked of a brave new and exciting world of wine in Napa-Sonoma. If you said it quickly, NapaSonoma, it sounded like one word, a word that summed up the elite of California wine in those days. During semester breaks, I drove north, and we would tour the wine country, chugging around the narrow back roads of Sonoma and Napa in his weathered VW Bug.
At that time there were only 60 to 70 wineries in Napa and Sonoma counties of any note, and maybe a dozen were worth a visit every trip. But each sojourn brought us to a winery that hadn't been there before. Our never-ending search took us regularly on the winding, forested road that crossed Spring Mountain connecting Santa Rosa, in Sonoma, with St. Helena, the heart of Napa Valley. We visited Beringer, Charles Krug, Christian Brothers, Louis M. Martini, Heitz and Sutter Home, all within a five-mile radius.
Wineries poured all their wines for visitors. Typically you started with off-dry or slightly sweet wines like Riesling or Gewürztraminer. Then you moved on to an occasional Pinot Noir or sturdier reds, such as Barbera, Zinfandel or Petite Sirah. The tastings usually ended with the king of reds, Cabernet Sauvignon. Each new Cabernet provided another footnote in my wine education.
Even if your tastes ran contrary to dry, complex red wines like Cabernet, the wineries held these richly flavored wines in highest regard. One look at the price would reaffirm its position at the top rung of the quality ladder. Cabernets usually were the most expensive wines. These potent red wines signaled that the quiet revolution had taken place in Napa Valley in the 1960s. More winemakers turned their attention away from sweet wines to the classic red grape of Bordeaux--Cabernet Sauvignon. Many parts of Napa Valley were ideally suited for this grape variety, and many wonderful Cabernets grow in its fertile soils and on its hillsides.
Some of our favorites at the time were Louis M. Martini's. We bought and drank many Martini Cabernets. Always fairly priced (remember, I was a college student, waiting tables at night), the wines were complex and easy to drink, and you also could find older vintages at the winery. Paying $5 for a 1968 Martini Cabernet was a drag on a student's budget, but we realized this was a special wine.
Next door to Martini stood the Heitz Wine Cellar tasting room. A man named George tended the counter, and he used to pour the best wines for us, sprinkling the conversation with anecdotes about the vineyards, vintages or even winery owner, Joe Heitz. Heitz had a reputation as an ornery sort, and George did nothing to dissuade us of that. He got to know us well enough that he'd pour Heitz's star wine, the Martha's Vineyard Cabernet, while we stood off to the side in the area behind the counter. "Just don't tell Mr. Heitz," George winked, a signal to keep it a secret. One day Heitz did pull into the driveway while we were tasting. Sure enough George had the Martha's Vineyard 1968 opened, and we winced when Heitz entered the tasting room.
Funny thing. Nothing happened. We stood there with the wine in our glass, drank it, bought a few bottles and were on our way. Turned out the Heitz Martha's Vineyard 1968, at $8.50 a bottle, was a damned fine bottle of wine.
Though Louis P. Martini, George and Joe Heitz himself talked about how Cabernet would improve with age, we never thought much about it. We drank the 1968 Martini and Martha's as often as we could, never thinking once that laying a few bottles aside for aging might lend an even greater wine drinking experience in a few years. Only a few years later did I begin to notice that the seemingly endless supply of Heitz Martha's '68 disappeared, replaced by the '69 vintage (about $9) and then the 1970. It took longer for Martini to run out of the 1968. By then we'd discovered that Robert Mondavi's 1968 and 1969 Cabernets were good, too. So were Inglenook and Beaulieu's. And there was a new winery called Joseph Phelps, hidden behind a knoll off the Silverado Trail.
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Scientists do not know exactly what causes most pituitary tumors. During the past few years, they have made great progress in understanding how certain changes in a person's DNA can cause cells in the pituitary to produce a tumor. DNA is the chemical in each of our cells that makes up our genes – the instructions for how our cells function. We usually look like our parents because they are the source of our DNA. However, DNA affects more than how we look.
Some genes have instructions for controlling when cells grow and divide into new cells. Genes that help cells grow and divide or cause them to live longer than they should are called oncogenes. Genes that slow down cell division or cause cells to die at the right time are called tumor suppressor genes. Tumors can be caused by DNA changes that turn on oncogenes or turn off tumor suppressor genes.
Some people inherit gene mutations (changes) from their parents that greatly increase their risk for developing certain tumors. But usually, gene mutations occur during life rather than having been inherited. These acquired mutations may result from outside exposures, such as to radiation or cancer-causing chemicals, or they may just be random events that sometimes happen when a cell divides, without having an external cause. Most pituitary tumors are not cancers, and there are no known environmental causes for these tumors.
Some of the gene mutations linked to pituitary tumors that run in families were described in the previous section, "What are the risk factors for pituitary tumors?" Members of families with these genetic syndromes can have genetic testing to find out if they are affected.
Much less is known about the causes of non-hereditary (sporadic) pituitary tumors. Some of these have acquired mutations in the AIP gene. Many growth hormone-secreting adenomas have an acquired mutation in a gene called GNAS1. These mutations are much less common in other types of pituitary adenomas.
Several other gene changes have been found in other types of pituitary adenomas, but it is not clear whether abnormal genes are always needed for pituitary tumor formation. What is known is that there is a loss of the regulatory mechanism that normally keeps the pituitary cells from growing and making too much hormone.
Because there are no known lifestyle-related or environmental causes of pituitary tumors, it is important to remember that there is nothing people with tumors could have done to prevent them.
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