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I can definitely see a difference - you look fantastic girl!!! Ummm, and I'd like to be your size when I'm done with this! ;) Ok, signing off - need to refill the water, pack the lunch, plan the workout for tomorrow, blah blah blah...all that good stuff :)
Well, would you look at that!?! It's Friday again. Sooooo Happy! That also means that my free day is almost here, too!
Eshorty, your free day AND 5K are tomorrow, right? Good luck and enjoy the day :) Overachiever ;)
Chubmom, hope your week is going well. Check back in :)
When's everyone else's free day? Any cravings? Mine have definitely subsided compared to last week! Which is hopefully good. I do have a thing about really going for it just cause it's there ;)
Workout planned(include your time of day): Upper Body/6:40am/Home: Oops, I did it again. Ran out of time so I'll need to finish up tonight.
Foods planned: M1: EFL Pancakes/blackberries/coffee. S1: Shake M2: Panera Classic Cafe Salad/Chicken/Whole Grain Baguette S2: Cottage Cheese/Yogurt. M3: Up in the air still... S3: Shake/clems
Obstacles you have to overcome today: Today I'm art directing a FOOD photo shoot. Delicious cheeses and antipasti....Normally I go "hog wide" at the shoots. Free, yummy food. The photographer even brought in my favorite donut to welcome me back to the studio (cake donut with chocolate icing and SPRINKLES!!!!) I brought my breakfast and snacks and am avoiding temptations. :)
Help you need or some great tips you want to share: Take weekly photos. Gives you something to look forward to, as even a tiny change can get you out of a slump.
Positive statement about yourself: Way to resist, girlfriend! You can wait till Sunday.
Alright girls....no checks in since last Friday...I'm hoping everyone is still out there, busy working on BFL! I hope I'm not becoming TOO annoying with all my check ins. They just help me be more accountable to myself.
So, I had planned Sunday to be my free day, but as Saturday went on I kept thinking I'd like it to be today. So, I took my free day, starting about 2:30pm. I had a delicious taco pizza, some chocolate, and a couple beers. Nothing too out of hand. I started back up on Sunday and did my cardio--man, that was rough for some reason! I almost gave up. But I didn't. I told myself that I can do anything for 20 minutes. And to get my ass in gear! Thankfully that worked. :)
Workout planned(include your time of day): Lower Body/8:40pm/Home: The baby woke up at 5:30am this morning (normally sleeps till 7:30am) so I got up with her instead of working out. I'll get it done tonight after she goes down.
Foods planned: M1: Shake. S1: CC/Yogurt M2: Subway turkey on wheat/veggies/avo S2: String Cheese/Clems M3: Chicken/Peppers/Rice S3: Shake/clems
Obstacles you have to overcome today: It's a Monday.... Haha. Just trying to get through it. It's 50 degrees today, but it's supposed to snow tonight. Great....
Help you need or some great tips you want to share: Checking in here is a great motivational tool. Please use it!
Positive statement about yourself: Nice job girl, fitting into your favorite dress this morning!
Hello CCers! It was a crazy weekend so I wasn't able to check in - basically treated my weekend as a free weekend :\ I'm back in the saddle!
Dang_Gina, do NOT think your checkins are annoying - they are GREAT - don't change a thing sister! And nice job on maintaining control at the photo shoot!!! Wahooooooooooo! That would be very difficult, especially when you're treated with your favorite donut…oy vey! Nice job :)
My weekend was crazy - my free day was on Saturday. My friends and I ran the 5k without a hitch…then it was off to let loose. This is the 3rd year we've run this particular 5k (which always ends with a beer, followed by a day/night of bar hopping). Oh wow, after really watching what I've been eating for the past 2 weeks, man did I feel it at the end of the night. Don't get me wrong, the burger/cheese curds/fries/chips/beer throughout the day tasted great, but when it all caught up with me, I felt like crrrrrrrrap. Lesson learned, big time. Free days will not be an all-out binge. So yesterday was a day of recovery - barely eating/didn't get a workout in as I was hung over from crap food/beer. Today I'm back at it and rarin' to go!
Workout planned: Lower body @ 5 pm
Foods planned: 1. Greek yogurt + blueberries + coffee 2. Cottage cheese + peaches 3. Whole wheat pita + turkey + tomato, lettuce, cucumbers + mustard 4. String cheese + grapes 5. Plan on making the BFL taco pasta salad 6. Protein shake
Obstacles you have to overcome today: Not a darn thing.
Help you need or some great tips you want to share: Dang_Gina, good call on the gum. Lemon bar is so my new fave. I'm a girl who always has needed a sweet after a meal…the gum rocks!
Positive statement about yourself: One of my fastest 5ks…yeah girl!
Morning CCers! Hope everyone is doing great - please check in as you are missed :) Not much to report since yesterday…the day went great, got my workout in. Only thing is that I have to use heavier weights. I'm not as sore as I had anticipated. Maybe it's because I was working out before, but it seems odd to me.
Workout planned: Running with intervals @ 5
Foods planned: 1. Greek yogurt + pineapple + coffee 2. Cottage cheese + peaches 3. 1/2 whole wheat pita + turkey + tomato, lettuce, avocado + mustard 4. String cheese + melon 5. BFL taco pasta salad 6. Protein shake
Obstacles you have to overcome today: Damn time change is screwing with me. Didn't sleep well last night so I'm tired today.
Help you need or some great tips you want to share: When everyone started doing weights, were they really sore? I'm pushing myself (or so I think) when I'm lifting, but the next day I'm fine. Also, made the BFL taco pasta salad…totally recommend it. So far I have really enjoyed all the recipes in the book!
Positive statement about yourself: Good dedication to the program. Yes, you can do better but this week is a new week - rock it!
Thanks EShorty; I was hoping I wasn't being annoying! Whatever gets us through, right???? And, OMG, awesome work on your 5K. You are a huge deal. ;-) I'm glad you enjoyed your free day--that's my kinda free day, too!
Workout planned(include your time of day): Cardio/6am/Spin Bike/Home
Foods planned: M1: EFL Pancakes. S1: CC/Yogurt M2: Spaghetti Squash with Ground Turkey Marinara. S2: String Cheese/Clems M3: Chicken/Peppers/Rice S3: Shake/clems
Obstacles you have to overcome today: Per usual, just keeping the focus at work. Lots to do!
Help you need or some great tips you want to share: As far as weights go, make sure you are hitting your 10s. That's the most important. I think you might be a little sore--good sore--but you don't want to be injury-sore. I'm a little sore today from Deadlifts--I need to watch my form. I might be doing them wrong....
Positive statement about yourself: Dang girl, you almost look skinny today! *almost* :)
Good morning everyone. Happy Tuesday to you all. Well I had my weigh in on Sunday and I only lost 1 pound. So now for two weeks I am down 7 pounds. Had a kind of rough Monday and I have no idea why. I ate my proper foods did not eat anything I shouldn't have. But I just felt Blah for some reason. Not sick. Just felt blah, didn't have it in me to exercise. I just wanted to make dinner and do nothing. I didn't have any kind of appetite so I have no idea why. Now here we are today and I will try my best to get out of this funky mood. Already had 3 cups of water and oatmeal so here we go.
Workout planned: Taking a walk with the family and doing some UBWO
Foods planned: oatmeal breakfast, EAS Shake for snack, Chef Salad and apple for Lunch, String Cheese and orange for snack, and fish with asparagas for dinner
Obstacles you have to overcome today: Get out of your funky monkey mood
Help you need or some great tips you want to share: I need to think more positive.
Positive statement about yourself. You never give up so knock it off
Connie, I experienced my first blah day yesterday. It took everything to get home and strap on my running shoes - didn't have motivation at all…I feel your pain sister. Hang in there! When you feel blah, just remember why you're doing this and picture yourself in the body you want. That's what I try to do...key word: try. Why is it so hard sometimes?!?! How was the rest of your day after you posted??
Workout planned(include your time of day): Upper body @ 5
Foods planned: 1. Greek yogurt + pineapple/melon + coffee 2. Cottage cheese + pineapple 3. Whole wheat pita + turkey + tomato, lettuce, avocado + mustard 4. String cheese + melon 5. BFL taco pasta salad 6. Protein shake
Obstacles you have to overcome today: Still trying to get on track with sleeping. I've had bizarre dreams/nightmares the last few nights - what the heck? Tonight I'm going to wind down and put away the work at least 1 hour before bed.
Help you need or some great tips you want to share: Keep at it CCers…we're all in this together so please check in if you're struggling or if you are kicking your body's ass and want to help to keep us motivated! Or just to say hi :) Umm, totally random: Dang_Gina, ever since you said cake donut with chocolate icing, I want one...soooooo getting one on my free day. Is it wrong that I've been thinking about one ever since?? Tee hee.
Positive statement about yourself: Slowly but surely you're getting there. HIT YOUR 10s!
Good morning everone,
Shorty, my day yesterday was a little bit better. When I got home from work I went on the treadmil for 20 minutes and then I made fish and baked steak fries and I only had 2. After dinner I did some arm exercises with weights and some crunches. I'm still not drinking enough water. So I really have to change that today. I am glad that I am not alone on that. I also wish I had the answer to "WHY" but I just have no idea. I appreciate talking to you about this. It does truly help.
Workout planned(include your time of day): walk, and resistance bands
Foods planned: 1. BFL French Toast, Snack: EAS Shake, Lunch Chef Salad dressing on the side and Orange, Snack: Yogurt, Dinner: Turkey burgers with Cottage Cheese
Obstacles you have to overcome today: Still having a hard time with the water.
Help you need or some great tips you want to share: I was having a hard time sleeping too, but then I started doing a little bit of stretching before I went to bed and it really has helped.
Positive statement about yourself..You can do this, so no giving up.Giving up is not in your blood
Hey Gals :)
I read your updates about sleep, ladies, and I might have some suggestions that could help. I've been sleeping AWESOME lately (sorry, not trying to rub it in) and this is what I think is doing it: Bath and Body Works "Stress Relief" in Eucalyptus Spearmint. I have the lotion--which I put on right before bed, and I also have the Pillow/Sheet Mist. So I mist that on the bed and I'm out almost immediately. Worth a shot, maybe? http://www.bathandbodyworks.com/family/index.jsp?categoryId=11226124&cp=12587010.4431583&cm_mmc=Bing-_-Paid%20Search-_-Sub-Brand%2bProd%20-%20Tier1%20-%20Aromatherapy%20USA_Sitelinks%20Deep%20Link%20Dummy-_-Stress%20Relief_Evergreen_1_Exact
Another suggestion I have is really winding down before bed. If you have the time, take an hour or so before you actually go to sleep and take a hot bath, drink night time tea, and turn off your damn iGadget. I am soooooo guilty of being on my phone until the last second. That has helped me in the past. Hopefully one of these suggestions helps you both :)
Shorty-Girl, wanting that donut is not bad....I want it, too! :)
Connie/Eshorty--I was feeling a little "blah" yesterday, too! Let's just blame it on Tuesday and move the hell on!
Workout planned(include your time of day): UBWO/6:30am/Home Gym--only manged to get 3 of 5 sets done....I'll do the last 2 tonight after little girlfriend goes to sleep.
Foods planned: M1: EFL Pancakes/Coffee. S1: CC/Yogurt. M2: Spaghetti Squash with Turkey Marinara. S2: SC/Apple. M3: Eshorty....I'm making the turkey loaf tonight! S3: EAS Shake
Obstacles you have to overcome today: Stop watching The Walking Dead at work. They're going to fire you. :)
Help you need or some great tips you want to share: See Above :-). ALSO, this is fun: a co-worker told me today that I should be a healthy-living life coach, haha! My other co-worker started her challenge on Monday (YAY!) and I make her check in with me everyday :-) I say things to her like, "Where's your Protein?!?!?" ;-)
Positive statement about yourself...Your hard working is paying off and it shows :)
I just began week one monday so I hope its ok that I post on this thread. Thanks in advance.
Workout planned- 10:00am lower body workout
Foods planned: 1. chicken breast, cottage cheese, fruit. 2. snack- cottage cheese n apple. 3. protein shake. 4. chicken breast, broccoli, potato. 5. protein bar. 6. Protein shake pudding
Obstacles you have to overcome today: Gym was packed so I had to wait on machines and weights. Getting in my proper meals and portions.
Help you need or some great tips you want to share: I was wondering if the fruit listed in the book is the only fruit you can have. I am struggling with that because I am a big fruit eater.
Positive statement about yourself: I am out exercising everyone on the couch.
Welcome Thomas SD to our little group. I for one am thankful that this group exists. We just try to come on here and keep encouraging each other. They all have helped me a lot. As for the fruit. Honestly I try and follow what it says although I can admit that I have a banana sometimes when I make a smoothy. I also go on to My fitness pay on my phone and follow my food intake there. Keep up the awesome work and hope to hear from you again soon
Welcome Thomassd! I'm so happy you've joined our little group :-)
As for the fruit, I'm with Tired on sticking to the list.....Reward yourself with a ginormous "forbidden" fruit salad on your free day. You know, and then sprinkle it with cheesecake bites ;-)
Welcome thomassd! I concur with tiredofthis (aka Connie) and Dang_Gina - so happy you joined! Ahhh and yeah, I had a total lapse in judgement and have been eating pineapple, which is not on the approved list. Eeek! No more after today…so like Connie and Gina said, go by the list - I will too. I just read that bananas and pineapple are high in simple sugars so it's best you eat fruits that are lower instead. Rules, rules, rules…. ;)
Connie, good to hear your day was a little bit better. I agree with Gina, let's move the hell on! After a few irritating days, I'm ready to be done with this attitude I've had. Love this group and how you all can pick me right up!! And thanks for the tips on the sleep. Tonight I'm going to do stretches and use the B&BW stress relief goodies, which I will pick up on my lunch (if not, I'll grab it this weekend). I concur, Connie, talking about this totally, totally helps.
Workout planned(include your time of day): Running w/ intervals @5
Foods planned: 1. Greek yogurt + pineapple (son of a…) + coffee 2. Cottage cheese + mango 3. Whole wheat pita + turkey + tomato, lettuce, avocado + mustard 4. String cheese + melon 5. BFL taco pasta salad 6. Protein shake
Obstacles you have to overcome today: Yet again, the lack of sleep I've had. Yesterday at work was challenging - especially when everyone needed everything that second. That's how my job typically is, but with little sleep, I had a short fuse. Last night, I didn't sleep good again. I could hear everything around me - which is rare because I'm usually a very sound sleeper (slept through a fire alarm in college…I'm sure I had a wee bit 'o booze in my system but still!). So today, I'm going to crank some good tunes and rock out. I love me some gooooood music.
Help you need or some great tips you want to share: Gina, stop watching the Walking Dead at work… ha! I love catching up on shows as I'm working (shhhhhhh). I just wish Bravo would play full episodes. And AWESOME job on helping your coworkers - woop woop! A new business venture for you in the future?? Just add it to the insane crazy schedule ;) I'm a sucker for a good quote and I came across this one and thought it was fitting: "Success isn't just about what you accomplish in your life, it's about what you inspire others to do." Way to go, girl!
Positive statement about yourself: (sometimes I'd like to call this section 'statement to yourself') Nothing comes without its challenges…kick that beotch attitude to the door - it's not getting you anywhere! Get your good attitude back.
Oh and Gina, how did the meatloaf turn out??
Have great days everyone!
So. Let me tell you about this B I encountered this morning. She told me I was skinny, then she turned around and took it back! Translation: My scale told me I was down SEVEN pounds. I cried. Seriously. Then I got back on (DUMB) because I wanted to see those numbers again, and guess what? Only down .5 pounds. Grrrrrrr. Not sure what happened, but at least I'm down something. I only weigh myself on Thursdays for a status check. Maybe I'll just opt out of that tool and stick to the measurements and denim fit. Because, I did try on the pre-preg jeans again, and while they are still tight in legs, they fit better around the waist. A little. :-)
Eshorty: Glad you're feeling better! We'll chase the blahs away together on this board! Bummer about the sleep again, but I can't wait to hear if the BBW suggestion helps you! (I'm actually going there on MY lunch, too :) I need to get some new spring candles 2/$22, yeah girl!)
The meatloaf was good!!! It actually wasn't that far off from the recipe I usually do, so it didn't shock the husband, or anything. Ya know, cause it's all about him ;-) Kidding. Also, I saw that it made 6 servings, so I baked it in a muffin pan to make 12 even mini meatloaves. Turned out great! I only put them in for 50, not 60 though.
Connie--I meant to congratulate you on your 7 pound loss total! That's so awesome :-) Keep up the GREAT work! Tell HotMama to check back in with us :)
Ummm, where's our CC founder? Chubmom? Come back!
Workout planned(include your time of day): Cardio/Spin Bike/9pm? I stayed up too late last night and couldn't get out of bed this morning :(
Foods planned: M1: EFL Pancakes/Coffee. S1: CC/Yogurt. M2: Leftover Meatloaf, Corn. S2: SC/Apple. M3: I need a plan.... S3: EAS Shake
Obstacles you have to overcome today: Get that cardio done, girl!
Help you need or some great tips you want to share: Oooh, I forgot to add my water "help". Straws. Seriously. I fill up a large 32oz Nalgene bottle and add a straw. I suck it down faster that way. ALSO, if someone else at work is going for a refill, I go with them and drink mine on the way to get more. I do still need to work on it at home though. I used the same straw method last night and it helped!
Positive statement about yourself...Remember when Shelley asked you this morning "If you were SURE you'd just had a baby"? Hell yeah!
Burn out the day, burn out the night! ;-)
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5 ways IEPs are changing teaching
Today's teachers are increasingly being asked to tailor their lessons for kids with special needs, and part of that often means implementing individualized education programs (IEPs). In fact, IEPs are so common that a teacher might oversee as many as five in a class of 25 students.
Requirements of IEPs, part of the federal Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, also have changed how educators approach instruction for all students. Here are five things teachers must do:
Recognize individual abilities.
"In the past, special education teachers chose their profession because they had a disposition for helping children with special needs," says Becky Kappus, chair for the College of Education at the University of Phoenix New Mexico Campus.
But as more students with learning disabilities are included in regular classrooms, she says, instructors must teach students across a broad spectrum of abilities. Teachers take on a kind of in-class observational role to help distinguish between the needs of struggling students and their classmates to determine what's best for everyone.
Keep abreast of laws.
Laws protecting students with special needs have been on the books for decades, but they're ever changing. "Higher education needs to help [new] teachers understand the law, to be more aware of IEPs," says Lora Bonney, an instructor of special education courses at the University and an IEP specialist in the Albuquerque Public School System.
In-service training and continuing education, she says, are musts, even for veteran teachers.
Employ a range of instructional strategies.
To ensure that all students' rights are protected and that every student has an opportunity to thrive, teachers must try different approaches and tailor lesson plans to individuals and their educational needs. "They're not being asked to change how they teach," Bonney points out, "but they might have to alter the environment, the workload or the time it takes for a student to complete a task."
Even when it comes to discipline, she adds, teachers must consider what works for each student. Bad behavior doesn't always signal a learning disability, but it could, she notes. An IEP might be appropriate in such a case.
Think of classrooms as research labs.
While trying various ways to help ensure individual learning success, teachers must document what they do. "I can't emphasize that enough," Kappus says. The documentation on what works or fails is essential. "It's become a science," Kappus adds. "Teachers need to approach the classroom as if it's a laboratory for learning."
Embrace collaboration.
By partnering with special education providers, case managers, administrators and parents, the regular classroom teacher is an active participant on a student's IEP team.
"The process leading up to an IEP meeting might take months," Bonney emphasizes, "but the development of the plan is dispensed within a single meeting, with everyone at the table considering what's best for the student."
Kappus suggests that perhaps one day every student will have an IEP. "After all," she says, "every child is an individual. Taking this approach to instruction is just a good teaching practice."

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By Greg Hambrick
Seeing a shift in Richmond, area activists are making a new push for driver's licenses for undocumented workers.
More than 300 supporters met in Sterling last week to plan the new campaign.
"Driver's licenses used to be for everyone. But after 9/11 everything changed," said event organizer Noah Feldman. "Many politicians used the terror caused by the attacks to discriminate against immigrants. Politicians in Virginia seized this opportunity and took driver's licenses away from hard-working Virginia residents."
And all eyes are on Gov.-elect Terry McAuliffe, a Democrat who has stressed bipartisanship in Richmond, with a conservative House of Delegates and a State Senate split between Republicans and Democrats.
"I voted for Terry McAuliffe. He won thanks to the Latino vote. It is time that he promises to return driver's licenses to our community," said Jessica Robles, a citizen and resident of Herndon. "Every day there are too many hit-and-run accidents because many undocumented drivers are too afraid to show they have no driver's license, which means no insurance."
Is it time for driver's licenses for undocumented workers? Tell us your thoughts in the comments section below.
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April 2014
B'stro on the Beach partners with Concerts Under the Stars
When: 04/11/2013Share
Enjoy an enchanting night of wine, cheese, entertainment and dessert as B'stro on the Beach partners with Bonnet House during the Concert Under the Stars series. Start off your night at B'stro on the Beach with a wine and cheese reception for $30. Reception to include two glasses of wine, charcuterie, cheese and fruit platter. Your night continues at the beautiful Bonnet House Veranda where you will enjoy live performances, wine, dessert and coffee. These magical evenings take place once a month on Thursday evenings January through April.
B'stro on the Beach reception- 5:30pm-7:00pm
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Chelsea disability manager Rob Seale is to be honoured at a special Buckingham Palace ceremony hosted by HRH The Duke of Cambridge to recognise his services to football.
Seale will be among 150 grassroots heroes to be celebrated on Monday (7 October) at an event that forms part of The Football Association's 150th anniversary celebrations. The heroes have all been chosen for their outstanding contribution and service to football and it was Seale's hard work and dedication in developing opportunities for disabled people to enjoy sport that led to his successful selection.
He will receive a medal from The FA president, HRH The Duke of Cambridge as one of those 150 people from across the national and professional game who regularly go above and beyond the call of duty.
Through Seale's dedication, players of any age and ability are welcomed into Chelsea Community FC and given the opportunity to represent the club in competitive disability leagues and cups both at home and abroad. He has put his heart and soul into providing disabled players with new and exciting opportunities to play football. Every player is a valued individual and every player is encouraged to be the best they can be.
A focal point of the day will see the Buckingham Palace garden host its first ever football match, featuring two of the oldest amateur clubs in England. The game, which will be an official Southern Amateur League fixture, will be played between Civil Service FC, the sole surviving club from the 11 that met to create The FA in 1863, and Polytechnic FC.
Seale was delighted to be selected. 'It's a huge honour to be recognised in this way,' he said. 'I'm passionate about providing opportunities to get disabled people enjoying sport. I've always believed that sport can play a really important part in enriching people's lives and bringing them together.'
HRH The Duke of Cambridge, president of The Football Association, said: 'In our 150th year, it is hugely important for The FA to honour the efforts of the many thousands of volunteers who week in, week out, help to provide the opportunity for millions more people to enjoy football at grassroots level. Inviting 150 of these volunteers to Buckingham Palace provides a fitting way for The FA to pay tribute and give thanks.'
Greg Dyke, chairman of The Football Association, said: 'These volunteers are the heartbeat of football. Without them, the game simply wouldn't function at a grassroots level and it is only right that The FA honours their tireless and selfless work. We are delighted that, in his role as President of The FA, HRH The Duke of Cambridge has given his support to this initiative - even going as far as arranging for the first-ever game of football to be played at Buckingham Palace in honour of our grassroots heroes.'


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From cars to opera, LIR offers a bit of everything
Learning in Retirement members can look forward to many interesting sessions during the coming weeks. Subjects in the coming weeks range from cars to the opera.
- Apr. 17, 2014
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Learning in Retirement members can look forward to many interesting sessions during the coming weeks. Subjects in the coming weeks range from cars to the opera.
Habitat for Humanity of Oshkosh has been building homes with partner families in Oshkosh since 1989 to fulfill its mission to eliminate substandard housing while providing simple, decent, affordable housing to qualified, low-income families.
Parents or grandparents are you looking for things for the kids to do while they are on Spring Break? The Oshkosh Seniors Center (OSC) will be hosting a Grandparent and Me Day on Friday, April 25, 8:30 a.m. to noon, during the OASD Spring Break.
Oshkosh Area United Way announces BMO Harris Bank, La Sure's Banquet Hall and Clic Foursquare Church as the sponsors for the 19th annual Day of Caring on April 25. In addition to financial support, the sponsors are providing volunteers to complete projects at the event.
St. Joseph Food Program will be purchasing a new truck with the help of a $15,000 grant from the Bemis Foundation and an anonymous donation of $10,000.
Cowboys and pirates and dwarves, oh my! The lineup of Monday Movie Matinees at the Oshkosh Public Library will take moviegoers out on the range, into space and out on the open sea with action, romance and real-life drama.
The Oshkosh Recreation Department is currently accepting registrations for our spring Click A Perfect Pic Workshop.
Celebrate Healthy Kid's Day at the Oshkosh YMCA on Saturday, April 26, at the 20th Avenue YMCA, 3303 W. 20th Ave., Oshkosh. This year's Healthy Kid's Day will feature a free, family bike ride.
On May 3, the Oshkosh Choraliers, under the direction of Mary Backus, will present their 44th annual concert as a benefit for the Michael D. Wachtel Cancer Center at Mercy Medical Center and the Vince Lombardi Cancer Clinic at Aurora Medical Center in Oshkosh. The concert will begin at 7 p.m. in the Alberta Kimball Auditorium.
ADVOCAP Foster Grandparent Program is currently recruiting volunteers age 55 and over to serve at our local schools and the Boys & Girls Club.
ADVOCAP is looking for people who love to drive. The ADVOCAP Transportation program is currently recruiting volunteer drivers to transport individuals in need to various scheduled appointments throughout Winnebago County and beyond.
The Oshkosh Police Department is looking for the community's assistance in evaluating our programs and service by completing a survey. The survey should take 5-10 minutes to complete.
Cerebral Palsy of Mideast WI Invites you to Runway to Paris Shopping, Style Show and More! The event is Wednesday, April 23, at the Oshkosh Convention Center. Doors Open at 3:30 p.m., when Shopping begins, 5:30 dinner and Style Show.
As we get older, we may face the possibility of needing some type of personal or nursing care, but the options, acronyms, and unfamiliar terms can make our heads spin.
The Fairwater Historical Society has scheduled the first in the series of 'A Soldier's Story' programs featuring area veterans. The first program of the series is scheduled for Saturday, May 3, at 1:30 p.m. at the Fairwater Historical Society.
The Rural Rembrandt Art Club will hold their regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, April 22, at the Wautoma Public Library meeting room. The board meeting takes place at 11:30 a.m. followed by refreshments at 1 p.m.
Stressing the importance of offering nutritious meals to children during the summer months, the Boys & Girls Club of Oshkosh announces the sponsorship of the Summer Food Service Program.
The Ripon College Orchestra will present its final concert of the season at 3:15 p.m. Sunday, April 27. The concert will be presented in Demmer Recital Hall, C.J. Rodman Center for the Arts, on the Ripon College campus. Admission is free.
The Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) of Winnebago County is hosting a free program to assist low income seniors age 60 or over to prepare basic estate planning documents.
An open house will be held Friday, April 18, from 3-6 p.m. to celebrate the 48th anniversary of WRST-FM. The station is on the fourth floor of the Arts and Communications Center located on the corner of Vine and Elmwood on the UW Oshkosh campus.
The Oshkosh YMCA will offer Kid's Day Out at the 20th Avenue Y on April 18 and April 21-25 over Spring Break. Kid's Day Out runs from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
The Wolf River Circuit of the Lutheran Women's Missionary Society (LWMS) will hold its Spring Rally on Saturday, April 26, 2014 at Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 203 N. Nash St., Hortonville, co-hosted by St. Paul Lutheran Church, Stephensville-Appleton.
The Oshkosh West High School Class of 1974 is having a 40th Class reunion on June 28 from 4-10 p.m.
The Oshkosh Recreation Department is currently accepting registrations for its summer program line up. Program info can be found in the Summer 2014 Activity Guide in print or online at www.oshkosh.k12.wi.us.
EAA will host its annual nondenominational Good Friday service in its unique Fergus Chapel on Friday, April 18, at 12:15 p.m. Chaplain Vicki H. Marxen will officiate at the 30-minute service, which is open to the public.
Among all of the 19th-century immigrants in Wisconsin, those from German-speaking lands were the largest group. They settled in rural and urban areas and brought with them their social customs, traditions and institutions.
Modern Woodmen of America members in Waushara County will sponsor a fundraiser on Saturday, April 26, to benefit American Red Cross Disaster Relief Team.
The Ripon College Collegium Musicum, a mixed-voice chamber group that specializes in performing music written before 1750, will perform April 25.
The development and history of the Boeing B-17 bomber, one of America's greatest military aircraft, will be featured as part of EAA's free museum lecture series at 7 p.m. Thursday, April 17, at the EAA AirVenture Museum in Oshkosh.
The Oshkosh YMCA will present Healthy Kids Day on Friday, April 25, from 5-7 p.m. at the Downtown Y, 324 Washington Ave. and at the 20th Avenue Y on Saturday, April 26, from 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
The Oshkosh YMCA will begin offering Stroller Aerobics on May 6. The class will be held at the Downtown YMCA, 324 Washington Ave., on Tuesdays from 11-11:45 a.m.
Clear the mind of everything. Surrender all negativity within the mind and body. Close the eyes and focus on the sound of the drums. Let the drums do the healing. Rhythm is a very personal thing.
The Growing Seeds of Change (GSOC) Community Garden in the 600 block of Jefferson Street is now accepting registrations for the 2014 growing season. Cost for the season is $20. Financial assistance is available for gardeners with financial need.
Saturday, April 19, marks the end of the 2013-14 season of the Oshkosh Saturday Farmers Market Winter/Indoor market.
WineFeast made a triumphant return on April 5. Hundreds of people gathered at the Oshkosh Premier Waterfront Hotel & Convention Center to sample wines of the world and tasty cuisine from over a dozen area restaurants.
Encounter is coming Saturday, April 26, from 7-9 p.m. at St. Raphael the Archangel Church, 830 S Westhaven Drive, Oshkosh.
For the last two years, the Fox Valley Bat Detectives project has monitored bats at six outdoor centers in the Fox Valley.
Hitchcock meets hilarious when the Ripon Summer Players present the wonderfully theatrical spy spoof, 'The 39 Steps.' Open auditions and crew call for this Tony Award-winning comedy will be held Tuesday, April 22, and Thursday, April 24, from 7-9 p.m.
UW Oshkosh radio station WRST-FM was recently honored with several awards at the Midwest Journalism Conference in Bloomington, Minn.
A generous gift of $5,000 from the Ladies Benevolent Society: Advocates for Older Adults, a Field of Interest Fund of the Oshkosh Area Community Foundation, will provide for the in-home care needs of low-income elderly and individuals with disabilities in
Spring is finally here, and that means it's time for the Oshkosh (Downtown) Rotary Club's annual flower sale benefitting a number of local and international Rotary projects.
Give your family research powers a boost at the Oshkosh Public Library by learning how to use one of the most expansive online genealogical resources, FamilySearch.org.
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The U.S. Census Bureau plays a vital role in documenting America's growth as neighborhoods change, babies are born, people move, businesses grow, disasters strike, and landscapes begin to emerge from the skyline. The U.S. Census Bureau helps write the history of our nation by collecting information to produce statistics.
The U.S. Census Bureau provides the official economic, population, and demographic statistics for our nation. Census data provide an accurate picture of our nation today, and are used by decision makers at all levels of government—local, state, and federal—to make decisions about resources that may affect people's lives for years to come. In addition, Census data are used to apportion seats in the U.S. House of Representatives.
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Election Law Series
May 10, 2006
Felon Voting - Click HERE for audio and a related paper.
Nearly every single state forbids convicted felons from voting to varying degrees. Critics of such laws argue that felon disenfranchisement statutes have a discriminatory effect on racial minorities in violation of the Voting Rights Act of 1965. Numerous federal appellate courts, including the Ninth Circuit, Eleventh Circuit and the Second Circuit, have heard challenges to felon disenfranchisement statutes, and many legal observers expect the United States Supreme Court to ultimately weigh in on this issue. This panel will provide an overview and a history of felon disenfranchisement laws, debate whether such laws violate the Voting Rights Act of 1965, and discuss the implicated constitutional issues.
- Mr. Roger Clegg, Center for Equal Opportunity
- Mr. George T. Conway, III, Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz
- Mr. Marc Mauer, The Sentencing Project
- Mr. Erik Jaffe, Law Offices of Erik S. Jaffe, Moderator
June 15, 2006
Struck Dumb: The History and Consequences of Campaign Finance Reform - Click HERE for audio and a related paper.
In Struck Dumb: The History and Consequences of Campaign Finance Reform Allison Hayward reviews the path taken in regulating money in politics. She is critical of the rationale behind many conventional reforms and prohibitions, such as the ban on corporate and labor funding. She is also critical of the scope of disclosure in the system, believing that it imposes undue burden on giving. In her view, the laws governing campaign finance are simultaneously complex, restrictive and porous, are difficult to defend, and are in need of drastic revisions.
- Ms. Allison Hayward, Blogger at Skepticseye.com and Former Counsel to FEC Commissioner Bradley A. Smith
- Mr. Michael Malbin, Executive Director, The Campaign Finance Institute
- Mr. Stephen M. Hoersting, Executive Director, Center for Competitive Politics-Moderator
July 26, 2006
Public Financing of Campaigns - Click HERE for audio and a related paper.
With the federal government and most states restricting individual, corporate, and union contributions to campaigns, reformers are turning their attention to the public funding of campaigns. Indeed, some assert that public financing of campaigns has long been the ultimate goal of reformers. While partial funding of campaigns already exists in several states, only a handful have enacted so-called "clean elections" laws, which completely fund campaigns and require that candidates raise no additional funds. David Primo and Jeffrey Milyo suggest that these reforms are being adopted without sufficient attention to scientific studies, which to date find little-to-no systematic impact of existing funding programs. The authors discuss what we know--and don't know--about public funding, and how scientific inquiry could improve the normative debates on campaign finance reform.
- Prof. David M Primo, University of Rochester
- Prof. Michael McDonald, George Mason University
- Mr. Erik Jaffe, Law Offices of Erik S. Jaffe, Moderator
September 13, 2006
Voting Fraud - Click HERE for audio and a related paper.
The U.S. has a long history of voter fraud, and it continues to occur in different areas of the country. Given the increasing importance and breadth of government, the stakes of elections are increasing, and so too are the incentives for voter fraud. But just how extensive is the problem? And how is the problem best addressed? Various changes in registration and voting procedures can certainly be implemented that will make it harder to engage in voter fraud. But will these improvements make it more difficult for eligible voters to register to vote and cast their ballots? Is this truly a "zero sum game" such that any change that decreases voter fraud necessarily makes it more difficult to register or vote?
- Mr. Hans von Spakovsky, Commissioner, Federal Election Commission
- Mr. Ray Martinez III, Commissioner, U.S. Election Assistance Commission
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Commission Working to Review Oversight and Approval Process to Increase Potential for Private Investment in Public Infrastructure Projects
ANNAPOLIS, Md. (August 31, 2011) – Yesterday, Lt. Governor Anthony G. Brown presided over a meeting of the Joint Legislative and Executive Commission on Oversight of Public-Private Partnerships. The fifteen member Commission was established in 2010 under House Bill 1370 to evaluate the State's framework and oversight of public-private partnerships. Governor Martin O'Malley has appointed Lt. Governor Brown to serve as Chair of the Commission.
Under Lt. Governor Brown's leadership, the Commission is working to fulfill its responsibilities and increase the potential for private investment in public infrastructure projects. This includes assessing the oversight, best practices, and approval processes for public-private partnerships in other states; evaluating the definition of public-private partnership; making recommendations concerning the appropriate manner of conducting legislative monitoring and oversight of public-private partnerships; and making recommendations concerning broad policy parameters within which public-private partnerships should be negotiated. It will release a report to the Governor and General Assembly by the end of the year.
"Private investment in public infrastructure can help Maryland create jobs while building and maintaining our critical infrastructure. Creating a transparent, predictable and fair framework will help the State determine where and when it is appropriate to consider a public-private partnership while maintaining oversight of State assets," said Lt. Governor Brown. "America has a $2 trillion infrastructure deficit and Maryland's Blue Ribbon Commission on Transportation Funding interim report found that the State needs to raise $800 million to address its infrastructure needs in the area of transportation. Effective public-private partnerships can help leverage the strengths of the private and public sector and spur projects that otherwise would have to wait for additional funds to become available."
"Partnering with the private sector in ways that expand the capacity of government to provide needed services and infrastructure holds great potential for our State," said Senate President Thomas V. Mike Miller, Jr. "I look forward to the Commission's evaluation and recommendations on how best to evaluate and maximize these opportunities in the future"
"As government resources become more scarce, we need to find new and innovative ways to build and maintain the State's infrastructure," said House Speaker Michael E. Busch. "Infrastructure projects through strategic investments is one of the best ways that government can best partner with the private sector to create new jobs. The establishment of a new P3 framework to leverage government dollars is yet another tool for our State."
As prescribed by law, other members of the Commission include Senator James E. DeGrange (D), District 32; Richard F. Colburn (R), District 37; Delegate Tawanna P. Gaines (D), District 22; Delegate Stephen W. Lafferty (D), District 42; Nancy K. Kopp, State Treasurer; Alvin C. Collins, Secretary of General Services, Beverley K. Swaim-Staley, Secretary of Transportation; William E. Kirwan, Ph.D., Chancellor, University System of Maryland; Carolane Williams, Ph.D., President, Baltimore City Community College; David Wilson, Ed.D., President, Morgan State University; Joseph R. Urgo, Ph.D., President, St. Mary's College of Maryland; Robert C. Brennan, Executive Director, MEDCO; Michael J. Frenz, Executive Director, Maryland Stadium Authority; and Robert Brams of Patton Boggs, a private sector representative with experience in the development of public-private partnerships.
Lt. Governor Brown leads the O'Malley-Brown Administration's economic development portfolio. He is Chair of the recently launched FastTrack initiative – part of Maryland Made Easy (www.easy.maryland.gov) – to streamline the state permitting process for businesses and developers and he serves as Chair of the Governor's Subcabinet on Base Realignment and Closure.


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Whether you're rooting for the Broncos, the Seahawks or just want to watch the commercials, there's no doubt that watching the Super Bowl at the beach is a win-win: football AND beautiful views. You can even make all those people freezing cold in New Jersey jealous!
We've planned several activities around this game of all games, including a fun golf tournament in the morning, as well as day-long specials on Super Bowl Sunday at Big Jim's BBQ, Burgers and Pizza restaurant and a special golf deal the day after.
To start, we'll host a Super Bowl Sunday Golf Tournament at the George Fazio golf course beginning at 9 a.m., because after all, you need something to do before the Big Game! In scramble format with a shotgun start, the tournament will offer multiple prizes and contests, as well as beer and snacks throughout the event. Sign up to play here by January 31.
Then when you're ready to get into game mode, head over to Big Jim's restaurant at the Robert Trent Jones golf course for a day full of Super Bowl specials while you watch the game on one of eight big screen TVs. Enjoy $2.50 Bud Light Pints, craft beers 2 for 1, and beer buckets starting at only $12. You're going to need to eat too, of course, so fill up on our all-you-can-eat BBQ Buffet served from 5 p.m. through the third quarter.
If you'd prefer to take the party back to your Hilton Head vacation villa or home, we'll have a variety of take-out specials from $25 and up, including a rib platter, wing platter, slider burger platter, BBQ Party Pack or Party Spread.
Finally, when it's all said and done, whether your team won or lost, celebrate or drown your sorrows with a Hilton Head tee time at the George Fazio golf course on Monday, February 3. All you have to pay is the winning team's score! Call 843-785-1138 to book your tee time and mention the Super Bowl Score Special.
If we can help you reserve the perfect Hilton Head vacation rental for your Super Bowl party, give us a call at 866-744-7558.
Let us know in the comments which team you're rooting for!
Already an owner at Palmetto Dunes or considering a primary or second home at our beautiful Hilton Head resort? Then, come enjoy our annual celebration of homeownership by celebrating the very best of the resort: the ocean, golf, tennis, biking and more. We invite you to the Owner/Guest Tournament Weekend Feb. 7-9.
What's on tap for this weekend of fun? On Friday, enjoy tee times at all three of our championship South Carolina golf courses throughout the day. Each course offers a different playing experience and beautiful views to boot. Dunes Marketing Group will also host a tour of open houses of Hilton Head properties for sale within the resort. Be prepared, you just might fall in love!
A tennis round robin will take place from 3-5 p.m. at the Palmetto Dunes Tennis Center, which has earned us the designation of top tennis resort in the Carolinas from Tennis Magazine, and then attend a complimentary reception and dinner with cash bar at Centre Court Pavilion.
On Saturday, we'll host a special golf tournament for our owners and guests at the famed oceanfront Robert Trent Jones golf course. There will be a shotgun start at 9 a.m. with scramble format with tee gifts before and prizes afterward. After the tournament, enjoy a BBQ lunch buffet at Big Jim's BBQ, Burgers & Pizza restaurant at the Jones Clubhouse and then head out on Dunes Marketing Group's complimentary open house tour from 3-5 p.m.
On Sunday, enjoy your favorite activities. If you love tennis, head over for some time on one of our 25 Hilton Head tennis courts or, if you're a golfer, enjoy one more Hilton Head tee time. Guests can also feel free to bike around the resort, enjoy local shopping, kayak or canoe our 11-mile inland lagoon or enjoy a dolphin cruise or fishing charter. We're never short of something to do here at Palmetto Dunes!
Be sure to RSVP for this amazing offering by Feb. 1. Contact Ross Javornik at 843-686-9624 or by email at firstname.lastname@example.com.
Hilton Head is often a popular vacation site for celebrities from the Clintons to John Mellencamp to Paula Abdul, but the celebrity sightings will ramp up this fall at the annual Hilton Head Island Celebrity Golf Tournament August 30-September 1.
This yearly event pairs amateur golfers with celebrities to raise funds for local children's nonprofit organizations. For the past 30 years, Greenwood Resorts and Communities has played an active role in the success of the tournament, and one of the highlighted Hilton Head golf courses has been our own oceanfront Robert Trent Jones course.
Participating in the Hilton Head golf tournament this year are a host of celebrities, including:
And the list goes on… To see the complete list of celebrity participants, visit the tournament website.
The Robert Trent Jones course is the first stop for the three-day tournament. Opening ceremonies begin August 30 at 8:45 a.m. with a shotgun start at 9 a.m. On day 2, players will head to the Arnold Palmer Signature Course at Wexford Plantation and on day 3, Harbour Town Golf Links.
On September 1, there will also be a special kids' event from 1-3 p.m. with putting contests and prizes, as well as T-shirts and golf balls for the first 100 children.
Nothing planned for Labor Day? Take an end-of-summer break to Hilton Head Island and enjoy this classic Hilton Head Island golf tournament. For information about accommodations or other Hilton Head activities at the resort like tennis, kayaking, fishing and more, visit www.palmettodunes.com or give us a call at 866-744-7558.
Here in the south we are blessed to play host to two of the best golf tournaments, and Palmetto Dunes is either just a few minutes or just a few hours' drive from both!
The Masters, held at Augusta National in Augusta, Ga., every year, is April 11-14, and the RBC Heritage, on Hilton Head Island, follows April 18-21. We think these make for great opportunities to extend your trip with a few extra days of golf at the beach.
Our South Carolina golf resort is offering a special package for those traveling down for either tournament. The Ultimate PGA Tour Stay and Play Package offers accommodations (three-night minimum) plus three rounds of golf at our three championship Hilton Head golf courses starting at $184/night for stays through April 27, 2013.
As if that's not good enough, we're throwing in one more perk to sweeten the deal! If you book this package online or by phone using code PGA, for every night you stay with us, we'll enter you to win a pair of 4-day RBC Heritage tickets with VIP passes to our SkyBox. The winner will be announced April 2.
When you play golf on Hilton Head Island with Palmetto Dunes, you get three different but amazing award-winning courses to choose from, including the oceanfront Robert Trent Jones course with one of only two oceanfront holes on the entire island.
We also have a new Palmetto Dunes smartphone golf application to help you maximize your game downloadable on iTunes or Android phones. With a live leaderboard, hole information, GPS yardage and one-click call dining reservations, you're set to have your best game ever followed by a cold beer and BBQ ribs at the new Big Jim's BBQ, Burgers & Pizza Hilton Head restaurant at the Jones course.
Plus, Golf Digest recently named Hilton Head Island as a top Best Buddies getaway. So grab a group of friends, head to the Master's or the RBC Heritage and then stop off at Palmetto Dunes before or after for a perfect South Carolina golf getaway. Request golf rates here or call us at 866-744-7558 to get started.
A long weekend is on the horizon (Yay!). And we can't think of a better way to spend your days off than on a Labor Day golf getaway to Palmetto Dunes!
Here's a rundown of the things you can do at this ever popular South Carolina golf resort, including plenty of golf but some other Hilton Head activities, as well:
Tee Time
The Hilton Head Celebrity Golf Tournament kicks off Friday Aug. 31, 2012 at our famed Robert Trent Jones Oceanfront Course, one of our three world-class golf courses. Since 1979, the annual event has raised more than $3.8 million for well-deserving children's charities of the South Carolina Lowcountry.
Celebrities at this year's tournament include actors Richard Schiff of The West Wing and Brian Baumgartner, Kevin from The Office; TV personalities Paul Goodloe of the Weather Channel and Holly Sonders of Golf Channel's Morning Drive; numerous professional athletes and plenty of South Carolina favorites including Bobby Cremins; and George Rogers, NFL running back, University of South Carolina graduate and 1980 Heisman Trophy winner.
While you won't be able to play the Jones course Friday (it will be closed for the tournament), you can certainly go and enjoy the festivities! Or you could plan to play one (or both) of the other golf courses at Palmetto Dunes: the George Fazio Course (called the most challenging course in Hilton Head) and the Arthur Hills Course (with 10 holes on the water!). Of course, the Jones course will be back open on Saturday and Sunday.
We also have a special deal right now on Saturday that you can take advantage of while in town. If you book a tee time after 11 a.m. you get half off resort rates if you use code SSSPECIAL12 and book your tee time online here.
Boogie Down
While HarbourFest fireworks are over for the season, Shannon Tanner hasn't gone home yet! Shannon is a family entertainer, who's been singing and playing music to crowds at Shelter Cove since 1988. Shannon will be performing Friday at 6:30 and 8 p.m. with other live entertainment Saturday, Sunday and Monday. Cappy the Clown will be on hand 6-9 p.m. all weekend and there will be lots of other family activities to do, as well. So bring the whole bunch and experience a new family tradition!
Bike Around Town
Rent a bike from Hilton Head Outfitters, THE place for Hilton Head bike rentals, and explore. Hilton Head Island has more than 50 miles of bike paths that take you beneath live oaks draped with Spanish moss, past creeks and marshes, and close to an assortment of beautiful flowers in bloom.
What's going on Labor Day weekend at Palmetto Dunes? As you can see, a lot! In addition to the events above, be sure to check out our event calendar for more information on daily tennis clinics, golf demonstrations and after-hours activities at Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort! Enjoy your long weekend!
Thinking of planning a golf vacation at a South Carolina golf resort? What are you looking for: A great deal? A convenient location? Top-notch lodging? Oh yes, and a variety of challenging yet fun golf courses?
Ding! Ding! Ding! We have a winner: Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort is a South Carolina golf resort you must visit if you are a golf aficionado.
Here's why:
Great golf
We have three renowned courses, each one designed by a hero in the world of golf:
The Robert Trent Jones Oceanfront Course was named one of the best golf courses in the Southeast by Golfweek magazine. The 10th hole of this par-five course is one of only two oceanfront holes on the island! The rest of the course ambles along our 11-mile lagoon system. Here's a fun fact: We book more rounds at the Jones course than any other course on the entire island!
The George Fazio Course is definitely a challenging choice with its varied bunkers and water hazards. The Fazio is ranked in the nation's top 100 courses and is the only par-70 course on Hilton Head.
The Arthur Hills Course was ranked 4.5 stars by Fodor's Golf Digest. It has been played by Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson, who no doubt enjoyed its careful mix of beauty and challenge. It's positioned on a series of dunes, which presents many opportunities for off-balance lies. In addition, the course offers 10 holes on the water and the ocean breeze adds to the challenge.
Great prices
When it comes to pricing, Palmetto Dunes offers high quality and ways to save. For example, book in advance and save up to 50% off the Resort Golf Rate, which is already very affordable. We also offer multi-round rates, junior programs and a 30-day golf pass, as well as an array of golf packages.
Great location and lodging
Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort spans 2,000 acres in the heart of Hilton Head Island and boasts three miles of beachfront. We also have an award-winning tennis center and more activities than you can shake a golf club at.
In addition, Palmetto Dunes offers all guests a luxurious stay, whether you choose a villa with a view of Broad Creek or a well-appointed oceanfront home, we offer special rates and packages, including the best rates on golf and all resort activities, when you book directly through Palmetto Dunes.
Ready to book your vacation at an amazing South Carolina golf resort? Contact a vacation planner today, or visit our website for more details!
We're kicking off 2012 with four wonderful tournaments for all our golf and tennis friends out there. While we know many of you are stuck in snow and ice, why not head to Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort and spend a little time outside in milder temperatures at one of these entertaining events.
On January 21, we'll hold the Martin Luther King Golf Tournament at our Arthur Hills course. Locals will invade our golf course to play in honor of the great Martin Luther King Jr. Next, during the first weekend in February, the Palmetto Dunes Tennis Center will host the No-Snow Tennis Classic from the 3rd – 5th of the month. Grab your racquet and head down to Hilton Head for some great tennis play with a guarantee of no snow!
We'll also honor all those in the food and beverage industry in Hilton Head with our annual F&B Golf Tournament on February 16. This will be the tournament's 8th year at our George Fazio course and you can enter now by simply clicking here. This tournament is all about the locals and at least one person from your team needs to be in the food and beverage industry.
The 26th Annual "Luck of the Irish" Doubles Tournament will bring us into March with tennis teams that are sure to please. We hope to see lots of men's, women's and mixed doubles team this year. It's only $45 per person for one event or $55 a person for two events. You can register your doubles team by clicking here and filling out the entry form.
We feel very lucky to have such amazing events happening this winter season and to be able to engage with all the Hilton Head locals and out-of-towners through these events. Whether you "love" tennis or golf, we hope this blog post got you on "par" with some tournaments to enjoy this year!
Our Robert Trent Jones Course was the first golf course built at Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort, and it's a favorite of many. In fact readers of Golfweek magazine voted it among their favorite courses in the Southeast. The course offers 18 holes, 11 of which wind alongside an 11-mile lagoon system. The Jones course is most famous for its par-five 10th oceanfront hole, one of only two on the Island.
Built in 1967 by Robert Trent Jones and significantly reconstructed in 2002 by longtime protégé Roger Rulewich, this course aims to please. After reshaping tees, elevating fairways and improving the drainage system, the course re-opened and was named the 2003 Golf Course of the Year by the South Carolina Golf Course Owners Association and is ranked four stars by Golf Digest. The Jones course plays 7,005 yards from the championship tees.
And that's not all! The course also claims the largest pro-shop at Palmetto Dunes, and one of the largest on the Island. From Nike and Adidas to Burberry and Travis Mathew, we have it all. After you purchase those new clubs make sure you hit our free custom club fitting every Monday, Wednesday and Friday! We hope to "tee" you soon.
If you're a Beaufort County resident, it's time to take advantage of our Thursday afternoon Golf Fest event. Join us each week from 3:30 to 4 p.m. (time varies seasonally) and learn more about each of our three golf courses over a period of three weeks. It's only $20 to play 9 holes and we provide chicken wings and beer afterward! Golf Fest is a way for Beaufort County residents to experience our courses and meet our pros – and learn more about becoming Palmetto Dunes golf members. If you're interested, contact Samm Wolfe at the George Fazio Course at 843-816-1571.
Many thanks to the GolfChannel.com's wonderful staff for putting together such a great tournament last weekend. The Players enjoyed themselves, and I know our team really enjoyed hosting the tournament and look forward to being able to do it again next year.
-Brad Marra, Director of Golf


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This hotel opened in 1926 when President Calvin Coolidge cut the ceremonial ribbon. From the arched doorway facade to the Oriental carpets and dangling chandeliers of the impressive lobby, this hotel is all about elegance. One of its claims to fame is its offering of advanced technology---this includes plasma flat-screen TVs in your room. The bar features a wood-burning fireplace and walls with stocked bookshelves. This cozy feeling has earned this venue the reputation as the best hotel bar in DC.
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I keep forgetting to ask. Did anyone else get the, "Don't Ask, Don't Tell," survey? I got it, took it and returned it. It was so silly but I guess I can see why a lot of the things asked could be issues within the military community.
I get the issues they were getting at, especially re. on-base housing, but I'm so cynical I guess that it seems like they will use the construe the results in a way that seems to justify whatever decision they make about the law.
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And I think it's partly because so few Buddhists have proper realization anymore. Buddhism has become simply smoke & mirrors and many Westerners can see through that. They were naive ten years ago but are no longer.
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On 2nd August, 2011, China Resources Snow Breweries (China) Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as CRB) officially announced in Beijing its acquisition of a 55% stake in Hangzhou Xihu Beer Asahi (Holdings) Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as Xihu Beer) at 270 million RMB.
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4340 S Grand Canyon Dr, Las Vegas, NV | Directions 8914736.110538 -115.305544
Neighborhoods: Spring Valley
Geat place to eat – Love this place. We had drove by a few times and the "worlds best hambergers" banner is what caught our eye. I ahve been there twice now and the food is great, the service is great and the staff is very friendly and true. They are not there for the paycheck. you can tell they like where they work. LOVE IT!
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Great burgers...........terrible service – The food at Kilroy's is excellent and the portions are huge, but the service at the one on Grand Canyon is terrible. I go about twice a month and the servers in the Grand canyon restaurant act as if they do not care about you or their job. They don't check on you and they don't make you feel welcome. The last time I was there with my wife I used the bathroom and there was no soap, then my wife used the womens bathroom and there was no soap either. I told my server that there was no soap in the restroom and she acted as if I was bothering her. I would recommend going to the one on Charleston if you like friendly service. I also wonder how the employees are washing their hands if there isn't any soap?????????????????????
GREAT unless you order the Bleu Baron – Consistently beg for a rare (just run it thru a warm kitchen -- if one red-capped toothpick inserted means rare, I want four) burger, favorite being the Bleu Baron. Invariably, dining mates who ask for 'medium' get pinker burgers. Went to Kilroy's on Buffalo today for the first time in months and got a gray Bleu Baron, while those I was with were complaining about how very too rare their's (four cheese burger and bacon burger) were. Server could have cared less. Even overcooked, the burgers are wonderful. The fries and onion rings are the best in town. Didn't make a big stink because I was afraid of a sneezeburger (I'm from New York). New buns are nowhere near as good as the former potato buns, but it's great to have the beans back rather than that soggy coleslaw. Amazing amount of food for nominal price, and everyone is very friendly. Just bring a picture of a RARE burger if you order the Bleu Baron. It's a comfort to know they're serving their good food again. And who knows -- maybe if my next Bleu Baron is gray, I'll get smart and switch to one of their magnificent salads.
Right. Like that'll EVER happen.
Fat Tire on tap is cold and magical. Was disappointed they don't have pitchers, tho.
Truly is the best burger in Las Vegas. Just wish they could get that Bleu Baron thing fixed.....
Best REAL, – Kilroy's is awesome--fabulous burgers, fabulous friendly staff, killer coupons for locals!
PLEASE NOTE!!! Previous reviewer stated Kilroy's will be closing restaurants/not serving burgers anymore--NOT TRUE!!! I just got off the phone with them (04/30/07) and they said they'd heard the rumor, that it is NOT TRUE, that they reached a compromise with local government dorks (you could never--well, barely--smell the smoke in on the dining side which is non-smoking--I hate that too), and now they're installing glass partitions to further keep out the smoke.
So stand corrected, previous reviewer! All others--I am SO glad this turned out not to be true--so rush on over to either Kilroy's (I've only been to the Buffalo location, but just realized I live closer to the other one and am off to try it)!!!
(I always go for the first burger--to some the boring one--but it is SO delicious and doesn't mask the taste of the burger with a bunch of junk--there are about 15 or so choices that all look great...)
Go Kilroy's! You're the real (and best) deal!
Closing – The restaurant inKilroy's (both locations) is closing since there is no smoking with food service. I have not been there in years since I have developed allergies to smoke, I was looking forward to being able to go again for their great hamburgers :(
Burgers like no other! – Trust me when I say you will NOT be disappointed by the food and service at Kilroy's. We went on a Thursday night to the Buffalo location and were astounded by the portion sizes. We received the appetizer in less than five minutes and barely had enough time to dig into it before the burgers came about seven minutes later! Like the other reviews say, they have the most amazing fries (battered are a must-have). I ordered the Western Bacon BBQ burger at the suggestion of my family and was amazed when there was literally a stack of shoestring onion rings on top. I was almost full by the time I finished eating the rings on top and the fries! Moreover, the prices are reasonable for the amount of food you receive. I can't wait to go back and try out some of their other burger varieties.
Kilroy's is always great. – Order anything on the menu and it is excellent.
Burgers, Wings, Fries (4 styles), Onion Rings, it is all good.
Definitely our favorite burger restaurant.
Best Hamburger – The hamburger is overated. It was dry and small. The service was slow and unfriendly. I was very disappointed.
When a monster burger is in order, Kilroy's is the usual suspect. – In Short
Dim lighting, dark leather booths and Budweiser on tap. It doesn't get much more American than this. Kilroy's burgers are, in a word, huge. Half-pound monsters of beautifully grilled beef, loaded with every topping imaginable. All patties are hand-formed and cooked to customer specs, which makes the restaurant a fave of hardcore burger-lovers who are finicky about their beef.
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