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A sadly familiar and current family meltdown, Iranian style.
Shanghai International Film Festival
Mehdi Rahmani
Mohamad Reza Ghafari, Roya Teymurian, Afshin Hashemi
Mehdi Rahmani's SIFF competition entry presents a view of Iran's struggling middle class for his third feature.
A solidly middle-class Tehran family sees its fortunes and status vanish overnight in Mehdi Rahmani's Snow, a contemporary domestic drama rooted in the fragility of modern life as it is influenced by economics and appearances. Rahmani returns to the familiar family territory of his debut, The Other, in a story about an average Iranian clan grappling with subjects too many outside the country forget exist there too. Pride, fortune, ambition and personal sacrifice are among the issues that lace co-writers Hosein Mahkam, Babak Mirzakhani and Rahmani's script. Though Snow tips over into soap opera on a few occasions it's also a universally resonant look at financial desperation post-2008 and so should have a healthy life on the festival circuit.
Snow begins with an ominously stark and haunting cool afternoon (the piano-driven soundtrack helps) as Omid (Mohamad Reza Ghafari), a soldier on leave, arrives at his family homestead. He's hoping to surprise his family, especially his mother Hayedeh (Roya Teymurian) with a visit. What he walks into, however, is a home on the brink of financial ruin and personal collapse and just barely holding it together for appearances' sake. His older brother, Majid (Afshin Hashemi), has blown the family's money on crazy schemes and unspecified "deals" that went south, he's pilfered their mother's charity treasury and landed their father Jalil in jail. He's also squandered his divorced sister Sara's (Anahita Afshar), dowry, just as she's expecting her new fiancé to arrive from his fancy BMW job in Germany to propose marriage. Worse still Jalil is being held by the police for defaulting on one of Majid's loans and he's waiting for bail money. Everyone's on edge, but Sara's impending nuptials lighten the mood, and when her closest friend Khatereh (Mina Sadat) shows up to lend a hand a giddy kind of happiness settles over the house for a while.
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To this point Snow has the familiar ring of family melodrama, replete with minor squabbling, finger-pointing and simmering resentments. The temptation will be to draw comparisons with the recent The Past, but that film's central characters are too sprawling and too loosely connected (on some levels). The family here is much tighter, more directly linked, and it allows for a level of bluntness and anger that can only be shared by those closest to us. As the day (and the film) wears on, the accusations and money issues become more pressing (the bank is on the verge of putting a humiliating foreclosure banner on the house). Omid becomes increasingly furious with Majid, who in turn lets his own frustration explode, Hayedeh increasingly distraught, particularly after a visit from a neighbor asking after the missing charity money for another woman's engagement, while Sara flits around unconcerned about anything except her future husband. In a telling (if not terribly subtle) scene Majid is driven to hide in his room by his shame to hang out with his pet hamster, which is naturally spinning in its wheel.
When the family elder, Hayedeh's mother-in-law (Rabe Madani) finally shows up she has a calming effect in the immediate term, as she takes control, promises to negotiate with Sara's fiancé and otherwise handles the thorny issues that are causing all the drama. The ugly truths the family is dealing with finally rise to the surface when Khatereh commits a single, nearly devastating act that shifts the dynamic—maybe for the better—and Sara's ex-husband Hamed (Milad Keymaram) shows up to call in a debt at the wrong time. Nonetheless his presence acts as the catalyst for some real honesty from Sara.
With the exception of the more colorful interior of the house, there's a suitably gray pall that hovers over the action and the family and the story ends on a realistically downbeat note; Jalil and Sara's fiancé loom large in their absence. Performances are solid across the board, particularly Afshar as the aspirational Sara, who brings a recognizable edge to a young woman who just wants a taste of the finer things in life.
Cast: Mohamad Reza Ghafari, Roya Teymurian, Afshin Hashemi, Rabe Madani, Anahita Afshar, Mina Sadat, Milad Keymaram, Shirin Yazdanbakhsh
Director: Mehdi Rahmani
Screenwriter: Hosein Mahkam, Babak Mirzakhani, Mehdi Rahmani
Producer: Mehdi Rahmani
Director of photography: Amin Ja'fari
Production designer: Mehdi Rahmani
Costume designer: Vida Roshani
Editor: Hasan Hassandoost
Music: Babak Mirzakhani
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Version 1.2: Fixes some bugs and now when you complete 'Master', you get 4 more playable characters.
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This games just amazing, for a flash game its really fun to play and everything is just great. I gave it a 9 because of the Bruce Lee clones. Their stance is all wrong, Jeet Kune Do is different, a fighters stance isnt with like wavy hands. the back hand is near the body and the front hand is extended a little so it is easier to do the Straight Punch. other than that the games is pretty amazing i just wish some parts were a little easier
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When a jet crashes into a big building and burns up, there isn't much left. There was pieces of wreckage in Pennsylvania. Where in hell do you think all the passengers went on these planes, did they just disappear?<quoted text>
Show me the planes or planes parts or bodies or whatever! But show me something bigger than a car wheel if you can even find anything that big - like an entire wing or an engine.
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Not to pick on you or anything, but in this case "too" is to, just the opposite of the last time I pointed this out. I wouldn't be criticizing folks you're calling the D and F students, Eau Claire guy. |
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hey it`s 44 years when i graduated, and when i hold the o key down to long i have a messed up hand, anyway toad convinced me to rethink my criticism about t s a agents, he pointed out who and what kind of people they must pat down, i apologize to all t s a agents, you have my deepest respect. |
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you are right. When I was in the Air force I got to go to a few crash sights. If a jets hits with any speed they tend to vaporize. Most times a jet crash's its on take off and landing when they are going very slow and even then there not much left. |
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Did you see any bones or did they burn up too? And all that metal just evaporated into the air. No puddles of liquid aluminum - nothing. Just a big hole in the ground and a hole in the wall. No cremains laying around anywhere from all those bodies, no ashes - the prefect fire. |
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The Biltmore Residences - Asheville In Asheville, North Carolina, these apartments with kitchen facilities have free Wi-Fi access. An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site for guests' enjoyment. The Biltmore Estate is 710 yards away.
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Set against the Blue Ridge Mountains behind the River Ridge Shopping Center, the Ramada River Ridge features an outdoor pool, picnic area, and rooms with free Wi-Fi.
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Overlooking the Blue Ridge Mountains, this hotel is an 11-minute drive from the famous Biltmore Estates. It features an outdoor pool, hot breakfast, and free Wi-Fi.
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GuestHouse International Inn-Biltmore Featuring an outdoor swimming pool and a deluxe continental breakfast, this hotel is located off Interstate 40 just a 5 minute walk from the Biltmore Village.
Score from 108 reviews
Very good
Housecleaning is excellent as far as staff but the front desk is less than desirable. Rude, inexperienced and not helpful
Front desk staff
Quiet safe location..great value! Room was clean and comfortable.
Ended up with a smoking room...probably my fault not the hotels but they were booked up and couldnt change
Everything is new. The beds are great. It's clean and very modern looking. The breakfast wasn't too bad either.
The lady that works during the day at the front desk is very rude. When our iron would not work in our room as we were getting ready for a funeral she came to our room and spent 10 minutes of us trying to prove to her that the iron didn't work instead of going and getting the iron. She's very apathetic and not helpful.
Everything was good. GreT value for the money.
I could not connect to the wi-fi. It was late upon check in so I just didn't worry about it. Would have been nice to use though.
The room was quite big enough,the bed was very comfortable,the room was well decorated, and the price was outstanding.
It was too far to walk into town.
staff was very helpful
bathroom shower/tub needed repairs and the fan didnt work in the bathroom. the rest of the room was great
The exterior of the building needed some curb appeal but everything else was great.
Clean and confortable.
Quality of towels and breakfast.
Room was exceptionally clean, bathroom included, updated room décor and beds were superior. Television and cable updated. Wifi hookup awesome, Staff was friendly and the complimentary breakfast was great. Not sure who manages this property...but I've stayed a lot of places in my life and for the money and the updated amenities it will be well worth my return. Would recommend this property to anyone.
We found nothing unacceptable or below our expectations...great room ....great price !!
Clean Rooms, Comfortable bed. Great accommodations
Clean good price for the area.
The lady at front desk not so friendly. Breakfast room crowded space. The location was good. The construction made it hard to see getting in and out of the parking lot but that won't be there for ever.
Clean with great shower.
Heating/Cooling system had no thermostat. Heat was either on full blast and got much too hot during the night or we had to turn it off and the room got very cold.
-SUPER Close to downtown: No need to hop on the interstate, and a convenient drive to the Parkway -Incredibly clean: We were expecting the usual 70's motif and instead found a crisp, modern room without all the kitschy decor. -Free Wifi is awesome, duh. -Free cable and specialty channels are also pretty awesome. We were super impressed!
Clean and updated rooms
The security bolt on the door ould not lock. It was 39 degrees in the room when we arrived, the staff did not bother to turn on the heat for guest comfort.
Rooms were clean. Hotel was close to both downtown and the mall. Free breakfast was minimal but ok.
The room was very clean and updated. Definitely a bonus to have a refrigerator and microwave along with breakfast each morning.
Loved the fact that it's so convenient to restaurants and town. The room was clean and bed was comfortable.
There was no drink machine, and to get ice,you had to go completely around to the other side,which there was no signs telling you where to go, but staff was nice and helped us.
Extremely clean! Floors, sheets, bathroom, new furnishings, very nice room. Except an old bathroom vent cover, everything in the room was to the level of a nice Hampton Inn. Convenient location near many restaurants, other hotels/motels, and your typical retail stores. We stayed on the back side of the building, which had nothing but the parking lot and woods visible. Downtown is a short, easy drive away. Although initially distant and business-cold demeanor, a nice word about the cleanliness and a friendly smile - and they warmed up immediately with a much friendlier attitude! I would definitely stay there again!
The location borders between a retail area you'd expect to find nicer hotels/motels, and an older area under construction where you might question your family's safety. The rooms are direct outside-access, which was also concerning. We were able to hear >50% of another guest's phone conversation from inside our room while he stood out of his room next door. Although initially concerning, all was quite after 11:30pm. Also, breakfast options are typical, if not a little sparse. Once the surrounding area construction is complete, I would expect to nightly rates to go up.
we came in very late and the staff was very courteous. comfy beds and a good breakfast!
The parking lot isn't very convenient to maneuver around in.
Staff were really accommodation letting me check in before, when I stopped to enqire about places I could go to wait till check in time
We wanted a budget-friendly place to stay that was clean, comfortable, and conveniently located to the Biltmore House. We got it all at the Super 8 Ashville. I have been in more luxurious places, but the basics were definitely met and we were very well pleased. I was also impressed with the staff, who were very professional and helpful.
Nothing to complain about.
We were pleasantly surprised how clean and updated the room was. We highly recommend it. We were visiting Biltmore Estates and the drive from hotel was close. Also lots of good shopping close to hotel and easy on and off of highways. We would definitely stay there again.
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Straight Talk Wireless - Straighttalk users BEWARE of tethering Android phones
- Jun 22, 2012
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- PsychoBitch
- Westminster, California
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I had been a Straighttalk user for the past couple of years with very little issues with their services until I baught their Android phone. I went on the internet and looked at tethering my Android to my laptop. I had checked out a few websites that had offered a free service but,of coarse,after a trial period you had to pay for their services. Well,to my surprise I had found a website that offered free service without having to commite to their service after a trial period. That website is PDAnet.com. I am warning all Straighttalk Android users planning on tethering their phones to not do it. I downloaded everything for tethering my Android right from PDAnet's webpage,which also included downloading everything needed on my phone. Everything seemed to be going great,until about a month into me using this tethering,my phone had been disconnected from Straighttalk. I had called Straighttalk to see why this was happening and they had told me that I was using the tethering too much and PDAnet wanted my service disconnected.
After a couple of hours of complaining and quit a few phone calls to Straighttalk we came to the agreement that they would reactivate my phone as long as I agreed to not use the tethering as much as I had been. Both Straighttalk n I agreedand my service was restored. All was well until 2 weeks later when i was in the middle of sending sms messages to my daughter,my service was shut off again!!!
Every time I tried sending an sms an error message would show on my screen with a CODE 97 and to call customer service.
Once again I had called Straighttalk to see what a CODE 97 was and why my service was disconnected again. The first person I talked to told me they were sorry for any inconvenience this may be causing me but I had to call another office number and talk to a supervisor. When I asked what a CODE 97 was,this person would not tell me anything about it. In fact he kept backpeddaling and appologizing and avoiding my question about the CODE 97. He did give me another number I needed to call but he informed me that it was past their office hours and I would need to call them tomorrow. First off if my phone was shut off at 10pm and their office closes at 8pm how can they expect their customers to be understanding n not get pissed about their services being disconnected??? The Straighttalk guy hung up on me...
The next morning I had tried to call that number given to me the night before by Straighttalk but I couldnt do to my services being shut off...I had to call Straighttalk customer service back again. I told them I was given this number to call because my phone had a CODE 97 but I couldnt call because they shut my phone off and i needed them to connect me to that other number thru them. As I waited half an hour on hold,I finally got to talk to a supervisor!!!
Well this supervisor had appologized for any inconveniences this has caused me and continued on to tell me that my services have been terminated indefinately. INDEFINATELY!!! What!!! She had explained that I had been warned numerous times about using PDAnet and I didnt listen to their warnings so they terminated my services. Of coarse I was getting really pissed by now and I had asked the woman to give me some dates of these warnings because it wasnt true on their part. I had the 1 phone conversation with Straighttalk when the had previously disconnected my services and made the agreement with them to not use PDAnet "as much" as I had been. I went on to tell this woman that I had NOT used PDAnet at all since I had made this agreement to keep my service going. This woman preceeded to argue I had numerous warnings from them about using PDAnet. We had argued back n forth about the usage and yet she still would not give me any dates of these so called warnings from them. She had also notified me that my Android cellphone will not be able to be reactivated ever again. What!! So,i asked her what they want to do about the rest of the month of service I had paid for and the $150.00 I spent on this Android phone. Were they willing to re-emburse me for any of the money I spent? She told me that the only thing I could do is buy another phone from Wal-Mart and have it activated with a new number and service card then call them back to see if I will get the rest of my month I paid for put on the new phone.
So,here I am without my phone,a phone I spent $150.00 on that will never be activated again by me or anyone else,and having to spend even more money to buy another phone and service card.I cant beleive that Straighttalk would even think I would stay with them after all the wasted money I spent on something that is now useless to me or anyone else all because of tethering.
I will never use Straighttalk again and I hope all the Straighttalk users out there please take my warning of the tethering use. Please dont do it so this wont happen to you too. Im very dissatified with the outcome of this whole situation.Discusted is more like it!!
f35779d review #326590nutsNvolts Jan 25 Leawood, Kansas
The USA phone companies are milking the people! Where the real communication cost comes from are the people that live on the phone 24/7. If the cell tower device is in use as a wireless phone or as a tethering port there is very little difference in bandwidth overhead. The phone contract is to make money by their rules and rules can be changed by better competition!
0 0 ReplyAlan M to nutsNvolts 2 days ago Fort Wayne, Indiana
To be fair with Straight Talk, they did raise the bar when introduced and really shook up the smartphone industry with their (then) low rates. At the time, all other competitors were higher in price or offered less of one feature or another - limited calls, limited text, more limited data or a combination of all 3.
So indeed the better competition does work, and it works well, as most providers have met the $45/mo price point, typically with unlimited talk and text, and varying amounts of data. Which alternative is best for you depends on your needs. My personal dislike of Straight Talk deals with customer service issues - a major shortcoming of their parent company who has been a leader in low cost communications at a compromise. As for tethering, I can live with that limitation. As for lack of streaming, say of audio (example, Pandora or a brief YouTube video) when away from a hot spot, that is a deal breaker for me.
Anonymous to Bob Nov 06, 2014
Dude, that is ridiculous and surely you are kidding. Those who think they are entitled to tethering as it was not prohibited when they purchased the phone don't seem to grasp that along the way - they were required to agree to the new TOS if they wanted to continue to use the phone.
Verizon once had true unlimited Internet, and even allowed tethering. Many people "grandfathered" in and were allowed to keep that. But they did it to prevent the fallout, and because few people had smartphones back then.
Tether Revolution to Anonymous Jan 28 Brooklyn, New York
What utter nonsense...tethering needs to be free. Phone and cable companies are Satan.
1 1 Replymichael Jul 10, 2014
thanks for the info. im fed up with straighttalk on my android. my location map keeps saying i'm in oahu when I live on Maui. I cant use any apps that provide my location because i'm not in Oahu. I have rebooted more times than i can count with unchecking and rechecking the location settings. i've sent numerous complaints yet noone has bothered to contact me or fix the problem. im going to throw the phone in the ocean and go back to my flip phone, i dont need this *** or this frustration! these cell phone companies are more trouble than they are worth... and to think i'm actually paying for this service!!
3 0 ReplyMariaST to michael Jul 14, 2014
Hi, this is Maria with Straight Talk Wireless. I read your post and am sorry that you are having problems. Please send me your contact information to the following email address firstname.lastname@example.com. We can help you get the problem resolved right away. Please include your name, phone serial number or cell phone number. Just copy and paste your comments from the blog and include it in your email or you can chat with us live @ http://bit.ly/16DrgbW.
6 8 Replyanonymous Jul 09, 2014
I've been using ST for several years now. The only thing remotely like a problem is some issues with new phones I've purchased that used a different carrier than I had been using. Only one carrier seems to work here at the house. Problems were resolved by getting correct phone, still with them.
Cant seem to get the hang of surfing on my phone. That's why I'm checking into tethering, Didn't realize ST ban that. Still researching..
MariaST to kenny Jun 24, 2014
Hi, this is Maria and I work for Straight Talk. I can help you get this resolved right away. Please email us your contact information to firstname.lastname@example.com. Include your name, contact number, cell phone or serial number. Please copy and paste your comments from the blog and include it in your email or you can chat with us live @ http://bit.ly/16DrgbW .
0 4 ReplyTethering Revolution to MariaST Jan 28 Brooklyn, New York
ST and many co are being *** who do not allow you to use your qifi when needed by tethering. The co that adds this free feature will bury existing co.
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Upcoming Events
- January 31, 2015
- Willow Garden OrbsWillow Garden Orbs
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Willow Garden Orbs Saturday, January 31, 10 AM Create a lovely willow orb for your garden or home using one of nature's fastest growing plants. Participants will learn simple random weaving techniques to create one or more rustic willow ball. We will use a combination of wild willow harvested from the Nature Center wetland and cultivated basket willow. Good hand strength required. All consumable supplies provided. Participants should bring sharp garden shears or basketry scissors and a towel for wrapping your materials. We will "warm" willow "withies" across our knees, so wear an apron or old pants that can get dirty. Our finished product will be roughly basketball-sized. Bring a brown bag lunch. We will provide beverages. Register by 4 PM on Wednesday, January 28. M $25; NM $35. at 10:00 am - Chicken ChatterChicken Chatter
Time: 1:00 pm
Chicken Chatter Saturday, January 31, 1 PM Anyone new to keeping a flock of chickens is likely to experience the joys and frustrations of caring for animals and learning husbandry skills. Join longtime chicken keeper and ICNC Director Emeritus Rich Patterson for an interactive discussion. He will suggest solutions for the five most common problems experienced by new poultry keepers, then encourage everyone to share experiences. Call 319-362-0664 to reserve your place. Suggested donation: $5. at 1:00 pm
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Indian Creek Nature Center offers many family and kids' activities and programs designed to connect children with the environment. Most are divided by age and offer a varying level of interaction. Look for programs shaded in blue on our calendar.
Ribbit's Preschool Adventure
Ribbit's preschool programs are designed for children 3-6 years of age, accompanied by an adult, presented on a monthly basis. Each program lasts approximately 60 minutes. Check our calendar for each month's adventure.
Bringing Nature Home
This is a program designed to give parents information and activities with which to engage their children (particularly young children) in nature activities at home. Programs will include an activity at the Nature Center and materials to replicate the activity at home. Programs occur at least monthly, often more frequently. See the calendar for specific dates and activities.
2014-2015 Home School Programs
"Explore Your Wild World"
Fee: $5 per student age 5 and older
Parents are encouraged to attend at no cost. If students attend alone, parent must complete and sign a permission/emergency contact form before the program.
Download a PDF brochure of all home school programs listed below here.
"The Monarch Butterfly Story"
Thursday, September 25, 2014
Learn about amazing Monarch butterflies and their unique life cycles and adaptations. You will participate in a monarch role-playing migration game, learn about all butterflies and moths and their various life cycle survival strategies, and use nets to capture migrating monarch and tag them for the University of Kansas' Monarch Watch migration study. Indoors and outdoors. Indoor program if raining.
"Birds, Migration and Preparing for Winter"
Wednesday, October 15, 2014
The outdoor world is scrambling to prepare for the cold and snow. Learn about how birds that stay in Iowa survive, how those that migrate know when and where to go, and how you can help those that stay. Learn about Citizen Scientist migration studies you can take part in. Indoors and outdoors. Indoor program if raining.
"Exploring Iowa Habitats"
Thursday, November 13, 2014
The beautiful fall prairie and woods is waiting for you to experience and explore. Take a scientific look to learn about the specific animals and plants that use each habitat and the habitat's unique conditions. Learn about food chains, photosynthesis, layers of life in each habitat, and special features different plant and animals have to help them live in these very different habitats. Be prepared to be outdoors on the trails. If raining, the program will be held on Monday, November 17 at 1 PM.
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Wednesday, December 10, 2014
Many geological forces have shaped Iowa's landscape. Learn how oceans, erosion, rivers & glaciers have shaped and carved the "land between two rivers." Learn to identify the different kinds of rocks, discover how they form and perform experiments on various common Iowa minerals to identify each. Iowa has a rich geology that is an important part of our natural history.
"Eagles, Owls and Hawks: The Raptors"
Thursday, January 8, 2015
Owl, hawks and eagles are common raptors with fascinating stories. Discover the special ways each hunts and survives in Iowa. Dissect an owl pellet to discover what it has been eating. Learn about the amazing flight abilities of our hawks and falcons. A short hike will take us to the Cedar River to view eagles. Bring your binoculars or borrow ours.
"Water: We Can't Live Without It"
Wednesday, February 11, 2015
Water is everywhere, even is some surprising places. But is there enough? Learn about the water cycle and where water is hidden. Learn about water issues both here in the U.S. and around the world as you experience hands-on and sometimes wet activities.
"Your Maple Syruping Heritage"
Thursday, March 5, 2015
Maple syrup making has an interesting and unique history. Discover both the history and how-to's of maple syruping as you use tools to tap trees, visit a sugar house and enjoy maple syrup on ice cream. Learn how to make maple syrup at home from your own maple tree. Reading Little House in the Woods by Laura Ingalls Wilder is a great preparation for your experience.
"Plants, Pollinators and Seeds"
Wednesday, April 15, 2015
Nature is bursting with growth after the winter. This botany experience introduces you to plants and all their parts and systems beginning with the tiny seed. Learn about some unique spring wildflowers and their relationship with insects, mammals and us! Visit our indoor honey bees and go on a scavenger hunt to find native pollinators. Plants are essential to us all and to the earth. Both an indoor and outdoor experience.
"Life in the Water: Exploring the Pond"
Wednesday, May 6, 2015
This water experience focuses on all the life that lives in and around the pond and creek. The water habitats are home to many creatures, both unique and bizarre, that survive and thrive in their wet world. Use scientific tools to measure the water quality of our pond and use nets to collect and examine the life in the pond. Be prepared for mud. If raining, we will have an indoor pond experience using pre-collected aquatic life.
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APM Chief Operating Office William VanHemert and MAC Chief Operating Officer Terry Ryan both recently moved into the leadership positions at their respective organizations. They are collaborating on a fundraising project launched this month. BTL photo by Crystal Proxmire.
New Funding Campaign Sees AIDS Service Agencies Come Together
MAC And AIDS Partnership Michigan Join Forces With 'Red Ribbon Campaign'
By Crystal A. Proxmire
Originally printed 6/6/2013 (Issue 2123 - Between The Lines News)
The world of AIDS Service Organizations is not the same as it was in the 1990s. There are fewer agencies, with fewer resources, covering broader areas. In order to survive, organizations across the state know that the time has come to stop working in their own bubbles, collaborate on projects, and listen to their donors.
Emerging from this cooperative spirit, is a new campaign by Michigan AIDS Coalition (MAC) and AIDS Partnership Michigan (APM) called the Red Ribbon Remembrance.
The campaign makes it easy for people to chip in toward the fight against HIV and AIDS by using one fundraising mechanism to funnel resources to multiple agencies. The program is being tested by the two agencies, which serve southeast Michigan, in hopes that other agencies will join in as the campaign grows.
In April, the nine ASOs remaining in Michigan gathered for an unprecedented work session where they discussed the state of ASO funding, challenges they may face as the nation's healthcare system changes, and opportunities to work together. Traditionally agencies have worked independently from one another, sometimes even competitively. The limited funding from grant opportunities, and the fact that organizations had their own specialties made isolation the norm.
Emerging from that meeting with the first collaboration was MAC Chief Operating Officer Terry Ryan and APM Chief Operating Officer William VanHemert, who both recently moved into the leadership positions at their respective organizations.
Their friendship actually dates back to 1989, when VanHemert was volunteering at Wellness Network on a hotline program that Ryan was running at the time. "We've stayed in touch over the years as we've both been in and out of AIDS work," VanHemert said, "and now we're working together again."
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Ryan considers the collaboration historic, and said he hopes that the teamwork is "an opportunity to create trust" that can lead to more partnerships. "There's this fear that in order to work together organizations have to merge, and that's not the case. We all have our own place in this. Working together doesn't take away from what any one organization does, it makes us all stronger."
Money collected through the Red Ribbon Remembrance Campaign is considered "unrestricted funds," meaning that organizations can use it to pay for any expenses. "The majority of the money we currently get comes from the Michigan Department of Community Health which is earmarked for specific programs," Ryan explained. "A lot of grant money is specific. Unrestricted funds help us keep the lights on, pay rent, and give us flexibility in the services we provide."
Both organizations have suffered cutbacks in grant funding, corporate donations and personal donations. "Even traditional supports are focused on other things, like the marriage equality issue," Ryan said. "We've done such a good job in terms of getting the message out there and in advances, that people don't realize what a problem HIV still is. And it is still our community that is at the highest risk. We're at a point that people don't feel like it's a danger. It's the third generation of the epidemic. A lot of clients don't know anyone who has died of HIV, or even someone living with it. We are re-introducing this discussion to our youth."
VanHemert added, "If we are going to stop this, the LGBTQIA community needs to come back and take ownership of the AIDS issue."
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In the past the government set aside special funding for HIV and AIDS in the form of the Ryan White Act. "We have not heard yet about Ryan White," VanHermert said. "It's the only carve-out for federal funding and it comes up for renewal so it's always an uphill battle." Without certainty that they will get federal funding, it's hard for ASOs to plan budgets and programing in advance.
He also said that Ryan White funding ensures partnerships with pharmaceutical companies to make sure patients get the most up-to-date medicines, a benefit that could disappear if funding does.
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After losing a three-year extradition fight, Mr Dewani, 34, arrived in South Africa early on Tuesday morning and was promptly whisked to a Cape Town court.
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Mr Dewani was formally charged with murder, conspiracy to commit murder and defeating the ends of justice by the country's elite crime-fighting unit, the Hawks.
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He was released unharmed, but his wife's body was found in the abandoned car the next day. She had been shot dead.
Prosecutors allege Mr Dewani hired South African Xolile Mngeni to kill Anni.
Mngeni was jailed for life for the murder in December 2012.
Two other men also jailed over the killing allege that Mr Dewani ordered the hit.
Mr Dewani had fought his extradition, claiming he has mental health problems, including depression and post-traumatic stress.
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Late Monday, officers from Britain's Metropolitan Police Service Extradition Unit took Mr Dewani from Fromeside Hospital in southwest England, where he has been receiving treatment for reported mental health problems, to nearby Bristol Airport.
Mr Dewani landed at Cape Town International Airport on a private aircraft, flanked by a medical doctor, a nurse and members of the South African police force and Interpol.
Justice department spokesman Mthunzi Mhaga said the decision to charter a private plane was taken as a result of Mr Dewani's history of mental problems.
The authorities feared using a commercial flight may have compromised their case ahead of a full medical examination.
"We took into account the fact that there was undisputed evidence during the extradition hearing that he had displayed suicidal tendencies and the South African government did not want to take chances," said Mr Mhaga.
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July 5, 2011
A proud parent describes her daughter's transition into adulthood as she graduates from UCSC in spring 2011.
International Day Live Video Chat Recording Available
December 21, 2010
At the International Day online event on December 14, 2010, Admissions staff members, an international student, and representatives from UCSC's International Education Office were on-hand to answer students' questions.
UCSC Admissions Launches Redesigned Web Site
December 15, 2010
As part of a campus-wide effort, UCSC Admissions has launched a redesigned web site. You are looking at it now. Click on the Feedback button and let us know what you think!
Forbes Names UCSC One of '10 Best Public Colleges in the West'
December 13, 2010
Forbes Names UCSC One of '10 Best Public Colleges in the West'
History Alumna Awarded Prestigious Marshall Scholarship
December 13, 2010
History Alumna Awarded Prestigious Marshall Scholarship