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Sit and soak in the sun on the beach
Truly, Varadero has one of the most gorgeous beaches around and there's 22 km of it. Early mornings on the beach are glorious and deserted. The winds pick up in late afternoon and dusk isn't just mojito – but mosquito – time. So plan to visit the beach in the morning. And don't forget to bring sunscreen, a hat and cover-up to avoid scorching. If you want to avoid the resort crowds, join the locals on the shores at Calle 50, or Calle 17 and Avenida de la Playa in town. These are gorgeous, tranquil beaches, save for a few stray chickens.
Explore undersea life scuba diving
Buseo (scuba) is excellent here. You can do low-level diving in Varadero to see virgin coral formations, or deep-sea for wreck diving. There's a coral reef off the shore of Playa Coral with great shipwreck diving (and snorkelling), along with 30-plus other dive sites off Varadero. Most sites are a one-hour boat ride away, in Parque Marino Cayo Piedras del Norte. Popular dive spots include the Bay of Pigs south of Matanzas (three hours away) for exceptional cave diving and the coral reef at Cayo Coco. Dive operators include Barracuda Diving Centre and Marina Gaviota. Multiple dive packages provide you with the best value. Diving certification courses are offered at most resorts.
Go bird watching
Take a day trip out to Peninsula de Zapata, the Caribbean's largest marshland/swamp area at nearly 5,000 sq. km. There are more than 350 species of birds in Cuba, including woodpeckers, parrots, wrens, flickers, flamingos, hawks, spoonbills, egrets and plovers. Twenty-one species are only found in Peninsula de Zapata, including the world's tiniest zunzuncito hummingbird. Visitors will also get to see fish and crocodiles.
The bus ride to the park is two hours each way so be prepared for the commute. The best time of the year to go is during migration season in the spring.
Catch a really big fish
There's excellent sport fishing in Varadero and you just might reel in the big one. To book a fishing excursion, talk to the pros at Marlin Marina Dársena, Marlin Marina Chapelín and Marina Gaviota.
Make a splash with your favourite water sport
Varadero is a great place water sports. The only difficult part is choosing what to do. Snorkelling, sea kayaking, sailboarding, power boating, paddle boating – the options are endless. Non-motorized sports are usually free at the all-inclusive resorts.
Catamaraning to Cayo Blanco is also a great adventure. Or take a cave swim at Cueva Saturno near the airport – best during summer because the shaded waters can get chilly. Ask your WestJet Vacations representative for more recommendations.
Explore the area on a red bus
The Varadero Beach Tour double-decker red bus cruises up and down the Varadero peninsula and around town, halting every 25 minutes at well-marked stops. Its motto: "Hop on, hop off." The tour is a great way to get around and a fun way to get a handleon local geography.
Take a trip to Matanzas and discover the Caves of Bellamar
Located about a 45-minute drive outside of Varadero, the Caves of Bellamar (Cuevas de Bellamar) in Matanzas are the country's longest caves and an interesting adventure. Originally on the Alcancía farm of Spaniard Don Manuel Santos Parga, the area is now a national monument. Over the years, rainwater has dissolved the calcium carbonate of the limestone, transforming the caves into unusually shaped crystal-filled chambers with giant stalagtites and stalagmites, mantles and columns. Some passages are as long as 24 km! Inside the caves, it looks like melting, sparkling snow and you can hear the dripping of water. It's stuffy, slick, dim and footing is unstable – but the unique views are well worth it. If you're claustrophobic or have trouble bending under low passageways, you should steer clear.
The tour lasts about one hour and it's best to go in the morning to avoid crowds.
Special flashlight tours of the "sponge room" (crystals formations resembling sponges) are available. There's also an onsite restaurant, playground, bar and souvenir stand. While you're in the area, spend some time in this authentic, hospitable, rustic city of poets and artists, nicknamed the Athens of Cuba. Matanzas has a bougainvillea-filled, lively main square called Parque de la Libertad and sees few tourists. It's also the hub of the country's pulsing Afro-Cuban music scene.
There are plenty of sights worth seeing in Matanzas, including Teatro Sauto, Palacio de Justica, Cafetería La Vigia (for snacks and drinks), art exhibits at Galeria La Vigia, a pharmaceutical museum, the cathedral, Iglesia San Pedro and the beautifully restored Ermita de Monserrate hilltop church. Now a cultural centre, it offers a bird's eye view of the city. If you decide to stay the night, book a room at the historic Hotel Velasco. Partake in the nighttime revelry at Ruinas de Matasiete, a disco set in a 19th-century sugarcane warehouse ruin and a popular salsa, rumba and reggaeton spot.
Bay of Pigs museum
There is a fascinating museum in nearby Playa Girón on Bahía de Cochinos called Museo de Playa Girón. The site of the 1961 Bay of Pigs invasion, you'll find artifacts, battle vessels and aircraft, and a riveting mural of victims inside the museum. About two hours each way from Varadero, you can travel by bus or hire a driver for the day.
New Tobacco Route
If you're a cigar aficionado, the new Tobacco Route debuting in May 2012 is for you. This self-guided (or tour package) circular route explores the culture of tobacco, visits a selection of tobacco farms, processing centres and factories, and adds personal interviews with the farmers. The route passes scenic fields of sugar cane, rice, banana trees and tobacco. There are also numerous signs with taglines such as "Las ideas justis son invincibles," which translates to "Just ideas are invincible."
All-day adventures
Take the road less travelled and go beyond the hotel strip with these day trip ideas.
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While Cuba might have limited access to a wide variety of goods, there are some great buys to be had on rum, cigars and handmade items.
The cigar business is highly regulated and only certain places sell authentic cigars. Be sure to shop at reputable stores such as Casa del Habano, stores attached to a Havana cigar factory, La Casa del Tobaco stores or at the airport duty free shop, rather than street vendors.
For handicrafts, try the ARTex outdoor market at the pretty, flower-rimmed Gran Parque de la Artesanía at Calle 12.
Casa del Habano
In Varadero, head to Calle 31's Casa del Habano cigar store at Avenida de la Playa. Rest assured you're getting bona fide goods here. The staff is professional, helpful and most speak English. You can also enjoy a cigar on the terrace cafe with an ocean view. For quality goods, look for Montecristo No. 5, H. Upmann Magnum 46 or Punch Coronas. Keep your receipt.
Casa del Ron
Conveniently, Casa del Ron is next door to Casa del Habano and a great place to go for rum. Try the Legendario Elixir. Or go to the La Casa del Habano store at Calle 31. The number on the bottle is the age of the youngest ingredient.
Cuban coffee is fragrant, smooth and delicious. Buy Café Serrano at Partagas cigar shop in Havana or at the grocery store in Habano Centro. In Varadero, you can buy it at the market in the Plaza Las Américas mall or at Centro Comercial Hicacos in town.
Jewelry: Artisans make lovely necklaces and bracelets out of seeds, pods, shells, wood and bone. Buy at the market on Calle 12 or from a street vendor in town.
Mansión Xanadú (Global/International, $$$$)
Now a hotel and restaurant (open to diners and guests), Xanadú was built in 1926 and was formerly the winter getaway of Irénée Du Pont, a munitions magnate. One of Varadero's finest restaurants, Xanadú is set in a sumptuous, Spanish-style villa perched on a cliff above the ocean. Expect polished white-glove service and fancy fare.
If you're craving Chateaubriand with Béarnaise sauce, you'll find it here. Start with the octopus salad, then move on to the tender grilled veal sirloin medallions with pepper sauce. Make sure to finish with the apple torte. If you can't do dinner, treat yourself to a cocktail on the fabulous second-floor terrace and watch the sun melt into the ocean. Or, listen to the piano music and the sound of waves and take in the beauty of the restaurant, including the marble floors, antiques, an organ, a huge wine cellar and Italian rococo bar. The mansion is adjacent to the Las Américas resort and Park Retiro Josone and is on the Varadero Golf Club's property.
Make a reservation and dress up. If you have a chance, ask for a peek inside any of the eight boutique hotel rooms upstairs.
Restaurante Mesón del Quijote (Spanish, $$)
Everything comes together at Mesón del Quijote, a peaceful spot on a hill overlooking Varadero across from the Villa Cuba hotel. Just out front is a bronze statue of Don Quixote galloping toward what looks like a medieval castle turret, which in reality is a water tower. This restaurant has gracious, attentive service and a welcome patio breeze with views of the water. It also serves some of the best food in town – hearty and delicious comfort foods done right. Start with a Cuba Libre cocktail followed by a refreshing crab cocktail with mayo dressing. Add some Serrano ham. The star of the menu is the chef's specialty, Judias Dulcineas. This hearty, tomato-based Spanish bean stew with chunks of pork, potatoes, peppers, onion, bacon and garlic is rich and savoury – and big enough to share. Order the caramelo flan for dessert.
Paladar el Chino (Chinese, $-$$)
This restaurant is one of only five paladares (privately owned, licenced restaurants in Cuban homes) in Varadero. Paladar el Chino serves up a tasty, well-priced menu of Cuban favourites (grilled fish fillet, shrimp cocktail, onion soup) and traditional Cantonese foods, which the owner learned to cook from his father (fried rice, stir-fry, Chinese-style chicken). His masa de cerdo estilo Cantón (pork stir-fry, Cantonese style) combines tender sliced pork, garlic, soy sauce, carrots, cucumber, celery and peppers. The dish (priced at C$4.75) is served with fried rice with ham and bean sprouts, bread, potatoes and white cabbage, tomato and cucumber salad. Spice added by request. The mixture is placed atop a glossy acelga leaf (a type of beet) with a tomato flower. Located in La Casa Morgan, an ornate 1917 Victorian-style house in cheery hues of blue, this is one authentic kitchen not to miss.
Restaurante Esquina Cuba (Caribbean, $$-$$$)
A spunky, fiesta setting and scrumptious comida criolla (Creole) food that is simple but tasty make Restaurante Esquina Cuba a surefire hit. Try the juicy cerdo asado (roasted pork) a la Criolla with rice and beans. The plantain chips and chicken are delicious too. Set in an open-air tiki hut space, there's even a classic 1950s American red-and-white convertible in the dining room. What's more, the musicians from Buena Vista Social Club used to hang out here. Have a look at the black-and-white photo collection at the back.
Cabaret Continental (International, $$$)
Rub elbows with Cubans at candlelit cabaret tables inside this red-velvet gilded '50s retro theatre. The fixed menu includes smoked salmon, tomato soup, steak in red wine sauce and ice cream sponge cake. Try the signature minty mojito as well. If you're going to catch the Tropicana-esque show at Hotel Varadero Internacional on Avenida las Américas, you'll want to get there well before at 8 p.m. It's C$42 for dinner and show.
FM-27 (Snack shop, $)
Sometimes, you just want a snack and this is a great place for it. Take a break under the red-and-white-striped canopy and join locals at this friendly spot for drinks or a light lunch. Snack on the Panini-style ham and cheese, plus cucumber, tomato and onion sandwich for just C$3 with a beverage. FM-27 also has burgers, hot dogs, ice cream, squeezed juices and cocktails. Order at the counter. There is a free cabaret show nightly at 9 p.m.
Heladería Hicacos and Helados Anlondra (Dessert, $)
There's nothing like a cool, creamy helado (ice cream) in balmy Varadero. Join the crowd at the giant ice cream emporium, Heladería Hicacos. It is located in Centro Comercial Hicacos, near Parque de las 8000 Taquillas. Watch the little curled-tail lizards darting around while you lick your piña (pineapple), caramelo (toffee) or fresa (strawberry) cone.
Casa de la Cerveza (Havana) (Pub, $)
Share a giant bottle of house microbrew on the patio amidst graceful, honey-hued arches at communal tables. This is reputedly the best brew in the country. You'll find this spot in Old Havana's main square across from the planetarium. Make a stop at the nearby periscope for a panoramic view of the city.
Café del Oriente (Havana) (International, $$)
Splurge on rib chops, caviar, lobster, cheese and steak tartare with port at the famed Café del Oriente. This restaurant on Plaza de San Francisco de Asís is upscale and features mahogany finishes and a 1920s elegance.
Golf and spa
The best spa in Varadero is probably the one at your resort. Most have pleasant spas on site with a Jacuzzi and sauna, reflexology, facials, hot stone massages, mud packs, manicures and pedicures.
Spa Hicacos ($)
If you want to spa like a local, visit the tiny, clinical Spa Hicacos at the Centro Comercial Hicacos. The staff here is friendly and the prices are good. The spa also does esthetics, including manicures and pedicures. Make an appointment in advance.
Spa Club ($$)
Down the stairs from Plaza América shopping centre and adjacent to the hotel Meliá Las Américas, this centrally located spa is similar to spas back home. The most popular treatment is the package with a body massage, facial, reflexology, manicure, pedicure, exfoliation with honey or coffee and sauna. It's 75 minutes in length and costs around C$65. Book ahead.
Varadero Campo de Golf The Varadero Campo de Golf is a resort-style 18-hole, par 72 course that is long and narrow and friendly to the average player. It sits on the former estate of the Dupont dynasty and just up from the clubhouse is the Mansíon Xanadú – a 1930 historic boutique hotel and home to Varadero's finest restaurant. Other course features include a pro shop, electric carts, caddies, a restaurant and snack bar. This is the only 18-hole course in Cuba, and the first pro course in Varadero. It is also home to a golf school. Bring your own golf balls if you can. Green fees are waived for hotel guests.
Experience authentic Cuba at Parque Retiro Josone (all ages)
Sample local culture with the kids at this lovely, landscaped park. If your kids want to relax, the pond near the centre of the park is a great place to spend an afternoon. Float past the flamingos and swans in one of the rowboats or paddle boats available for rent. You can stop to grab a bite to eat at one of the three restaurants in the park – including one with an outdoor patio overlooking the pond.
For a little more fun, there is also an amusement park, camel rides, ostriches and bikes for rent. Or just let the kids run around and release that extra energy.
The beautiful mansion in the middle of park was once the private home of the wealthy sugar mill owner who founded the park. Locals come here to do photo shoots for teen girls' fiestas de quinces, a rite of passage when young ladies turn 15.
Take a trip to the Delfinario (all ages)
Varadero is home to a dolphin show called the Delfinario, located across from the Blau Varadero hotel off the autopista (highway). Sit back and watch the leaping sea mammals perform.
Spend the day making new friends at camp (all ages)
The day camps at the resorts are packed with activities, games, sports and shows for children and teens. There is usually a babysitter for little ones ages two and under (paid), a mini-club for youngsters two to six (free), a club for older children (free) and a youth club for the teens (free). Daily activities include beach games, volleyball, salsa and bingo. There's usually a nightly themed show as well, popular with teens and tweens.
Snorkelling (age 7 and up)
The undersea world and coral reefs are alive with tropical fish such as red snapper and stingrays. The neon colours are fantastic. Most resorts offer free, low-key snorkelling in waters that are usually about three metres deep. Or head out in a catamaran, drop anchor and spend an hour peering down at the silver, neon-blue and orange fish below the water's surface.
Learn to cha-cha-cha (age 10 and up)
"¡Vamos! One, two, cha-cha-cha!" You will hear this refrain daily at the resorts. Why not join in the fun? Learn some Cuban-style dancing for free from the comfort of your resort. The staff is enthusiastic, with a good sense of humour and most classes are for beginner's salsa or cha-cha-cha. Check your resort activities board for schedules.
Head out on a catamaran adventure (age 10 and up)
Take the kids out on a full or half day catamaran tour. There are several different packages available – ask your hotel concierge for details. This is a great way to see a different part of Cuba without sitting on the bus. Some catamaran tours are paired with snorkelling once you've arrived at your destination.
Saddle up and head out on horseback (age 10 and up)
Take the family for a tour on horseback. Riding around 6 p.m. or later is ideal and not too hot. The horses are small and docile and the guides will pick you up (horses in tow) right from your hotel.
In Varadero, entertainment at all-inclusive resorts is plentiful, so it's tempting to just stay put. But there are also many nightlife options in town should you wish to venture out a little further.
Cabaret Continental (Hotel Varadero Internacional) (Music venue, $$$)
This is hands down the best show in Varadero, second only to Havana's Tropicana. The food here is also quite tasty and you'll have plenty of time to order before the 10 p.m. show. After the show, 20-somethings swarm in for the disco around 11:30 p.m. Open Thursday to Sunday. The best nights are Thursday and Sunday. Try the signature minty mojito.
The Tropicana (La Tropical) (Havana) (Music venue, $$$$)
If you get to Havana, be sure to see the famed La Tropical. They've been rolling out this high-energy show since the 1940s and the show is regularly included in Varadero-Havana day trip packages.
Cueva del Pirata (Music venue, $)
Not your average disco show, Cueva del Pirata is a swashbuckling cabaret of pirates that takes place in a natural cave. The show is hilarious and the setting is certainly unique. It's not overly expensive either. This spot is open Monday through Saturday, 11 p.m. to 3 a.m. and guests must be over 18 years of age. Disco dancing follows the show.
Casa de la Música (Music venue, $$)
Locals prefer this place for disco, live bands and comedy routines. Occasionally, savvy tourists are lucky enough to stumble on this venue as well. It's classy and fun. There's a dress code, so leave the beach attire back at the hotel. Open Wednesday to Sunday.
Club Mambo (Music venue, $$)
Club Mambo is the place for a romantic evening. It has live Cuban music and couples quickly fill the dance floor swaying to the rhythm. The party begins at 10 p.m. nightly.
Ruinas de Matasiete (Matanzas) (Disco, $)
Matanzas is the home of Afro-Cuban music, and a must-see. Located on the San Juan River, Ruinas de Matasiete is set in a 19th-century sugar cane warehouse. It makes for a great setting for dances like salsa and rumba. The restaurant has Cuban sandwiches, roasted pork, jerked beef and fish fillets. Open Saturdays 10 p.m. to 4 a.m., this spot is popular among locals. In fact, you may be the only tourist there! Treat yourself to the immaculately restored Hotel Velasco nearby, if you decide to stay the night.
All-day adventures
Even if you have to extend your stay in Varadero, try to make time for Havana. This beautiful city is one of Cuba's finest and entices all the senses. When you have to leave, you'll be longing to return for more.
Havana is a vibrant city well known for its many different styles of architecture. A colonial mansion, a Spanish castle and a 1970s apartment building might all be neighbours on a single block! Everywhere you look, building facades are being restored to their former glory.
The combination of old and new cars is another unique feature of the city. Beautifully maintained vintage American cars share the roads with Coco Taxis and Chinese imports.
There are more than 2 million people living in Havana, but the city never feels crowded.
Havana is a two-hour drive from Varadero and it's best to hire a driver or try one of the daytrip resort packages. A good bargain is the full-day tour (departing around 7:45 a.m.) with the Tropicana show add-on, getting you back to your hotel room around 2:30 a.m. Or, stay overnight and get another half-day in this beautiful city.
Habana Vieja
Start with Habana Vieja
Old Havana. With its Parisian-like facades in pastels of peach, coral and butter-yellow, you'll find yourself marveling at the unique cityscapes. Here, you'll see laundry drying on ornate balconies and cobblestone streets.
Make sure to see all of Havana's famous attractions, including the Plaza Vieja, Plaza de San Francisco de Asís and Catedral de San Cristobal (famous for its New Year's Eve show). You'll also want to check out the booksellers at Arms Square.
San Cristobal Agencia Receptiva/Habaguanex Tourist Co. offers walking tours and manages the restoration of the historic buildings. Cubatur leads half-day tours to the four oldest squares, plus museum visits and lunch.
Stroll the Malecón
Make like a local and walk along the seawall. You will see crashing waves to the left, dilapidated villas to the right and plenty of locals having fun everywhere in between. Watch kids playing in the waves, people fishing, men playing chess, lovers embracing and groups of teens telling jokes in Spanish. You'll feel like you're in a movie about Cuban life.
Habana Centro
Strangely enough, few tourists venture outside Habana Vieja. If you do, you get a taste of authentic Havana life. A man selling pork loins off of a makeshift counter in his living room, the tire repairman and cobbler, the ladies selling ice cream from their apartment for CUC 15 cents. It's loud, crowded and always lively.
Browse the aisles at Supermercado Isla de Cuba grocery store (check your bags at the entrance and be prepared to be searched at the exit). Explore Chinatown. Meet local artists at the Callejón de Hamel each Saturday afternoon in front of Salvador Bueno's African-inspired murals. There's always an impromptu concert and dancing to Afro-Cuban music here.
If you want to buy cigars (or coffee), go to the Partagas cigar shop. The staff here is knowledgeable and professional. If you don't want to buy cigars, it's still worth a visit. Check out the VIP smoking room (Arnold Schwarzenegger, Gerard Depardieu and Whoopi Goldberg have all been here). And, if your interest is piqued, tour the Romeo & Julieta cigar factory next door.
Vedado District
See the mansions of the former gangsters, starlets and high-rollers. Then visit Avenida de los Presidentes for the best mansions in French neoclassical style with broad arches and sculpted pillars – many built with imported materials. Before you go, you'll also want to stroll through the exclusive Miramar bourgeois district built in the 1940s and '50s.
Museo del Ron
Even if you don't take the Museum of Rum tour, buy some smooth-sipping Cuban rum here. Then you may feel up to the dancing lessons offered on-site.
Ernest Hemingway house
If you have time and are intrigued by famed author Ernest Hemingway's love affair with Cuba, take the 20-minute trip to the outskirts in San Francisco de Paula in the southern part of Havana to see the modest villa where the writer lived out his troubled and tumultuous life.
Hemingway first stopped in Cuba on his way to Key West in 1928. Eleven years later, he took up residence and lived out the remainder of his life there. At the time, Hemmingway paid US$18,500 for his home and the 1.7 hectares on which it sits. See where the writer penned For Whom the Bell Tolls, view his fishing boat, Pilar, and the famous swimming pool where Ava Gardner once swam. The view of Havana is splendid from here. As for the furniture, Hemmingway and his wife designed most of it from mango tree wood.
Hemingway fans should also drop by Bodeguita del Medio (his favourite bar) and the Hotel Ambos Munchos (Hemmingway's own hotel/bar).
The must-see sights
Don't miss sights like the luxurious rooms inside the Capitolo, or taking a history lesson at the Museum of the Revolution. Take a bici, or Coco Taxi, the Cuban equivalent of a rickshaw, along Prado Avenue and stop by the National Theater at its end. Visit Parque Central. Then see the Inglaterra Hotel – one of the city's oldest (circa 1875).
Havana at night
Havana is even more spectacular at night its plazas illuminated by gas lanterns. Pick a spot in Arms Square next to Parque Histórico Militar Morro-Cabaña, the largest castle in the Americas and the site where local hero Ché Guevara died. You can see the on-site cannon fire at 9 p.m.
The Tropicana show has also been a famous Havana attraction for decades. The show has run nightly since the 1940s and has always been a draw for tourists and locals. Try to get seats near the front so you can take in all the glitzy action.
Local feature
Paladares are privately owned family restaurants run from home, and everyone – tourists and locals alike – is talking about them. It may come as a surprise to visitors that home businesses would be such a big deal, but in Cuba, nearly everything is owned and controlled by the government.
In 1995, the state revised its position to allow privately owned restaurants (and other small businesses such as artisan craft makers) to acquire licences to operate in many parts of Cuba. Those who could scrape the cash together jumped at the entrepreneurial opportunity.
The burgeoning paladar scene is flourishing, especially in places like Havana where cooking is undergoing a renaissance. Word on the street is these cozy, home dining rooms offer superior service, ambiance, creativity and excellent food quality. In fact, it may be that new Cuban cuisine is poised to emerge on the international scene, ready to overcome its poor image.
But Varadero is Cuba's undisputed tourism centre and because of this, the government has been slow to relax control here. In January 2011, the small city of Varadero got the green light to allow its first paladares. By April 2011, five had opened their doors to the public.
Two of the newcomers are Paladar el Chino near Calle 28 and Avenida 1ra, and Rancho mi Gordy at Calle 6.
If you want to dine at a paladar, it's best to ask around for the latest scoop. When walking through town, look for "paladar" on signs. It's a great way to rub elbows with local entrepreneurs, hear their stories and support this budding restaurant business. It's also a fun change of scenery to dine inside someone's home.
Rolando Morgan decided to try opening a paladar with chef Rafael Pons. The partners purchased a licence and paid the necessary taxes, hired staff and crossed their fingers for good luck. They opened Paladar el Chino after three months of renovations. Dining is offered inside the elegant blue heritage home or al fresco on the wraparound porch overlooking Avenida 1ra passersby and the red double-decker buses on the road.
Morgan says it all came about when the government asked the people what they needed. The unanimous response was they wanted to own businesses.
"If you can finance it, you can do it," says Morgan, who notes business has been slow to pick up so far. "But that's the crux. We hope we can help the economy of our town, because we are leading the trend."
The menu here is a mix of Cuban favourites (grilled fish fillet, shrimp cocktail, onion soup) and traditional Cantonese foods, which Pons was taught to cook by his father (fried rice, stir-fry, Chinese-style chicken). His masa de cerdo estilo Cantón (pork stir-fry, Cantonese-style), combines tender sliced pork, garlic, soy sauce, carrots, cucumber, celery and peppers. The dish is served with fried rice, ham, bean sprouts, bread, potatoes, white cabbage, tomato and cucumber salad. Spice is added by request. Delicious!
"The main thing is quality for our customers," Pons says. "We want them to be satisfied. And we are so happy for the opportunity."
Paladar el Chino is open seven days a week, from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Calendar of events
New Year's Eve (January 1)
Expect huge celebrations to mark the anniversary of the Cuban Revolution on New Year's Eve – one of the country's most celebrated days. Join in the fun and festivities in Varadero and Havana.
Labour Day (May 1)
The first of May is Día del los trabajadores (Labour Day) and Cubans are out celebrating all day (and night). You'll also find numerous parades in Varadero and Havana.
International Workers' Day (May 16)
This is an important holiday for Cubans. Thousands show up to celebrate with a large parade in Havana and demonstrations at the Plaza de la Revolución José Martí. Cuban labour groups lead the parade, with representatives from the health and education sectors. Some 40,000 children also participate.
Varadero/Gregorio Fuentes White Marlin Fishing Tournament (June)
Named after Ernest Hemingway's fishing buddy, Gregorio Fuentes, this event is of special interest to deep-sea fishermen. While the big tournament is in Havana, Varadero's own version is still pretty good. Cuba is a fisherman's paradise – and still relatively undiscovered by the global angler community. The best saltwater fishing is on the north coast, where giant catch might include marlin (blue and white), barracuda, tuna and sailfish.
Varadero/World Music Festival (June)
With live concerts, exhibitions and performances at more than 10 venues, this event draws artists from across Latin America. It features a mix of traditional and modern music, electric and acoustic in various musical genres. Trova, jazz, rumba and country music from Cuban and international performers – you'll find it all at the World Music Festival. The festival attracts performers from places such as Brazil, the Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, Spain and Africa.
Day of National Rebelliousness (July 26)
This festival, which takes place on July 26 annually, marks the commemoration of Fidel Castro's first attack on the government in 1959. This is a multi-day holiday with plenty of parades in both Varadero and Havana. The festivities are perfect for families looking to soak up some local Cuban culture.
Carnaval de la Havana (August)
Let loose, Mardi Gras-style, at this late-summer fling filled with parades, street parties, dancing, stilt walkers, and wild costumes. Join the processions along the Malecón in Havana and get into a party mood.
Festival del Bailador (October)
This dance festival in Matanzas spotlights the rumba and the talents of local musicians. The action takes place at Teatro Sauto, a beautiful, historic theatre, famous for its stellar acoustics. It's a great venue to see this mix of dance and music.
Jazz Festival (November)
Top talent from around the globe flock to Havana to celebrate and revel in jazz music (thanks to Cuban jazz great Chucho Valdés). The Jazz Festival features performances at the Mella, Karl Marx and Amadeo Roldán theatres and at Casa de las Américas. It has been a staple here for over 25 years.
Festival Internacional del Nuevo Cine Latinoamericano (December)
The International Festival of New Latin American Cinema in Havana showcases Latin American cinema worldwide. It's a globally renowned festival and the location reflects Cuba's influence on the world of film.


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I'm not seeing a lot of open receivers, and what I am seeing is a lot of forced passes to covered receivers! I commend the guy for trying
Cry cry cry that's all I read on this site! He'll be good not everyone comes out like gangbusters their first year. The OL last night did nothing to help. I don't normally complain about refs but seriously the end of the game offensive pass interference was a joke, missed a face mask on Tannehill, and overall an off night for the officials as well. The defense didn't help in many instances and special teams was spotty. Funny Washington is 3-6 right but no one is crying about RGIII. If he were on this team there's a good possibility he'd be broken in half already. The whole right side of the line needs to protect much better. Martin got lit up as well; however I think he just needs to add size. Play calling sucked. Win/Lose it comes down to the QB and the throw in the end was not good, but the kid is a rookie. Kill his confidence now and bench him. Start from scratch once again and listen to everyone on this site cry cry cry for another ten years waiting for the next Marino to walk through the door.
You guys hating on Tannehill are unreal. We have no WRs and not a lot of offensive talent. Hartline is solid #2 besides that who do we have?
If you want to place blame on someone blame Ireland who traded our best WR. Blame Ireland who failed to add talent to the offense. Want to know why Andrew Luck is doing well? Look who the Colts drafted. 2 TE, WR and they keep their number 1 in Reggie Wayne.
Tannehill needs weapons it is as simple as that.
He's a rookie.
Some of you guys truley are losers. Tannehill is a rookie and you expect him to play like Dan Marino, John Elway, Payton Manning without a very strong supporting cast around him. How about his beautiful pass to Hartline early in the game that he fumbles away and the Bills turn into points. How about our special teams giving the Bills all the momentum the first time they touch the ball, what about Nolan Carroll playing one of the worst games I have ever seen from a corner, what about our offense line getting blown up by one of the worst defenses in the NFL (Allowing 164 yards on the ground per game), what about Jake Long getting blown up in the back field by a washed up Shawn Merrimen, what about the officials calling a ticky tack PI on Hartline as Tannehill is getting into rhythem and handing the momentum back to the Bills. Let's forget about all that and dump all of the blame on our rookie QB. He must be the reason we lost the game. Get a life you tools and don't speak unless you can back up what you say with some evidence. Did he maybe try to do a little too much at the end of the game, yeah, but look at what he has around him, he is forced to try to do too much. There are very few rookie QB's that have as much on there shoulders as Ryan does. I blame this on Jeff Ireland, he finally did the right thing and drafted our QB of the future and then surrounds him with medicore talent. I would love to see that this kid would be doing with a legit number one and an offensive line that was somewhat consistant. He was running for his life, yet he still shows unbelievable poise in the pocket, side stepping defenders and keeping his eyes down field. This kid is the future and I can't wait to see so many of you so called over emotional fans eat crow.
That being said Tannehill did make one huge mistake last night when he missed a wide open Charles Clay that probably would have been a TD. That ones on Tannehill but to say that he sucks and we need a new QB after half his rookie season, get a life, or go find a new team.


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got up at 8;00am to help work the my local Knights of Columbus Kids Christmas party...been doing this for the past 17 years.
later that night went to the Trans Siberian Orchestra's concert at the Prudential Center in Newark NJ.
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I believe any man's finest hour - his greatest fulfillment to all he holds dear, is that moment when he has worked his heart out in a good cause and lies exhausted on the field of battle...Victorious
do we really want Ireland to do this drat with the extra picks we have .im not 100% sold that i would.
And thinking this was a playoff team. Goes to show you had your head in the clouds prior to the season, with a rookie QB who is/was raw. With a new system on offense and defense. And having a talent pool built for a power team and not a finesse team. This team needs a complete REBUILD. This team was built with apples, while oranges are now needed.
If we go in another direction, I would want it to be someone Philbin knows and trusts. bottom line. If Philbin is following GB recipe then I would be allright with Wolf or Ball.
But has anyone considered that if you let Ireland go, then 40 scouts may go too? Where do these young guys have relationships that can bring in scouts from GB or wherever?
Do the current scouts stay no matter?
I dont know the answer to these questions, but with the way we are set up this offseason, it better be right!!!
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Dimensions Length: 5 1/2-6 1/2" (14-17 cm)
Habitat Local summer visitor (mainly Apr-Sep) to short-grass prairies; winters in short, dense grassland.
Observation Tips Rewarding in springósinging, breeding plumage males are a delight.
Range Rocky Mountains, Southwest, Western Canada, California, Texas, Plains
Voice Song is a descending, chirpy tsi, sidididi zer'de; call is a rattling ch'd'd.
Discussion Well-marked longspur. Forms flocks outside breeding season. All birds have a mostly white tail with a black terminal triangle. Sexes are separable.


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Hey Friends,
My wife asked for some Under Armour Coldgear for Christmas. Then I started shopping and saw the prices. I told her and she rebuffed too.
I assume some of the high price is for the name.
Is there anything out there as a less expensive competitor to Under Armour Coldgear?
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Here is the complete broadcast......
Friday, December 04, 2009
Video you might NOT have seen!!! LOL!!
Here is the complete broadcast......
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You silly... silly girl :)ReplyDelete
Have a blessed day!!
So cute. I just received my DVD. Can't wait to get home and watch it.ReplyDelete
Too funny Robyn!!! Thanks for the chance!!!ReplyDelete
Love the wig and glasses! How funny you are!!! :)ReplyDelete
- Gale The Happy Stamper (:12/04/2009 10:59 AM
Hi Robyn,ReplyDelete
O.k., I am trying to find your recorded Live broadcast and I see a short clip of you in your funky black wig and glasses. You are a hoot!!! You look good to with black hair. But it stops after afew minutes of you asking "Can you see me now???". I really want to see the whole show, where can I find it? Help!!!
Gale The Happy Stamper (:
LOVE IT!! It's funny to begin with but even funnier that no one could see you doing it!! :) Last night was alot of fun.ReplyDelete
You are SOOOOO funny!!!!ReplyDelete
- ~Carmen~12/04/2009 12:25 PM
So that's what we missed! Too funny.ReplyDelete
You are so funny!!ReplyDelete
Robyn you are JUST TOOOOOO CUTEReplyDelete
I can watch you. Are you live now?ReplyDelete
Would of love to catch you live last night but watched your broadcast last night after work (Iget home shortly after 11 pm). Yesterday was great--I recieved my DVD and them watcjed your broadcast.ReplyDelete
- Anonymous12/04/2009 1:53 PM
Did you actually hand sign all 500 of the pre-orders?ReplyDelete
I watched the broadcast. You black wig was awesome.ReplyDelete
- Anonymous12/04/2009 2:06 PM
Two questions:ReplyDelete
1) How did you get Serenade?
2) What exactly is the problem with the Sweet Treats cartridge that we are supposed to be looking for?
It's nice to see someone know how to have fun.. Life's too short not to. Thanks for sharing it!ReplyDelete
- Jane M12/04/2009 2:16 PM
Just got the chance to watch the video. Thanks for posting it for those of us who weren't able to see it last night. You should do this more often.ReplyDelete
You're just one silly li'l gal! LOL But.....you're cute as a button! ;-)ReplyDelete
We went on a Disney Cruise a few months ago and loved it! BTW.. Disney gives you a release for their photos.. so you can have them copied legally!
Go to image.com and there is a copyright release link. All you have to do is enter in your cruise info and print off a release good for 30 days.
- Anonymous12/04/2009 2:41 PM
Hi Robyn, Love all your work and keep them coming. You can reach me at email@example.com
You are tooooooooooo stinking FUNNY!ReplyDelete
- Anonymous12/04/2009 2:45 PM
Just watched your live chat video, learned alot, great giveaways.ReplyDelete
Nice one mom! But please, get me a cellphone!ReplyDelete
Looks like you are having a blast. Thanks for sharing all your wonderful projects with us!!!ReplyDelete
- Anonymous12/04/2009 3:36 PM
I think I'm doing something wrong for me to be able to post but I am going to try this one more time. Love your videos Robyn. Learned a lot about the Cricut and you make it easier to understand. Thanks for the gifties and for all the neat ideas you have here.ReplyDelete
You are quite the character!!!!ReplyDelete
Thanks for the chance.
Robyn, You silly!! I love it I sow the first enter but, I was having problems signing inReplyDelete
- Amanda12/04/2009 4:43 PM
I got my DVD today WOOHOO I can't wait to watch it :0)ReplyDelete
You are so fun and creative. Thanks for offering all the prizes. Love it and would love to win!!!ReplyDelete
Robyn....your goofy! However I can always get a smile visiting your site!!!ReplyDelete
- Anonymous12/04/2009 6:12 PM
So glad you post these videos, I have to work 3 straight twelves so I'll not be able to watch till Monday!ReplyDelete
- wendy pendarvis12/04/2009 6:40 PM
Hi Robyn!!!ReplyDelete
I love your videos! There are alot of great give aways-wish me luck!! Have a great weekend.
now that wig is something else lolReplyDelete
Fingers crossed for the give away
Anne x
- Anonymous12/04/2009 7:12 PM
Very entertaining and informative. Thanks.ReplyDelete
- Anonymous12/04/2009 7:19 PM
Robyn I enjoyed the broadcast. I just went to Custom Crops and ordered your DVD. Can't wait for it to come. You are a blessing to us all!ReplyDelete
- Anonymous12/04/2009 7:32 PM
watched the live show last night...lots of interruptions with the freezing up of video.....so glad you reposted to day because I was able to watch it all the way through uniterruped!ReplyDelete
- Anonymous12/04/2009 8:58 PM
Cool Upstream. You're so fumy. firstname.lastname@example.com
- Linda in Ohio12/04/2009 10:48 PM
I watched both of your videos, and laughed at you with your wig. I don't know how you find the energy. God bless you my friend.ReplyDelete
Too good! You're awesome.ReplyDelete
Penny :)
You are so funny, love the wig and glasses. thanksReplyDelete
hi there!!ReplyDelete
I just found about you from my work. I work for joann ect. and a customer came in today,we was talking about the cricut and she told me to check you out. said that you were funny and I have to agree.. I love the site, but not sure how to win things that you are giving away??
Hi again, How does this work??ReplyDelete
- Anonymous12/05/2009 12:32 AM
Love the videos. You're such a blast to watch!ReplyDelete
- Holly12/05/2009 1:29 AM
You always have great videos live or otherwise!! What great giveaways you always have too maybe I will be lucky enough to win something one of these times. Keep up all the great things you do if I don't win your DVD I'm thinking what a great stocking stuffer it would be for me :)ReplyDelete
I watched you for the first time tonight! You're totally fun! I have also purchased your DVD for me and my daughter. Hopefully it will arrive tomorrow. Thanks for sharing.ReplyDelete
I really loved watching this and its not even one of those things that if you missed it the first time it not's funny as it still is.ReplyDelete
Kim xXx
I got my video yesterday! I've only had a chance to watch one project. And I must say, very well done! And your personality comes shining through! Thanks and I hope you sell a gazillion of them! JessicaReplyDelete
Funny, Funny ,VideoReplyDelete
Love your video - the black wig was the funniest (I seem to remember having hair like that 20 years ago lol!) I have your dvd on my christmas wish list. Can't wait to see it! hugs, AngelaReplyDelete
Hi RobynReplyDelete
You are so awesome!!
I got your video yesterday and watched it last night. I learned so much!!!
I am watching your taped live broadcast right now.
You are soo funny!!!
I enjoy everything you do and always learn something new.
Thanks for all.
You are so inspirational. It is so nice to see someone who actually loves their family and job. great jobReplyDelete
Wow Robyn I loved this video of the Live chat. I am going to work out the time difference between you and West Australia and make sure that i can participate on the 17th.ReplyDelete
Hehhehe...Robyn?!? Who was that crazzzzzzy lady in your loft??? ;)ReplyDelete
I had so much fun the other night!!!! Thank you so much for the opportunity to join in!
Have a great weekend and keep being silly! It's good for the soul!
Lisa Sturgill
- Anonymous12/05/2009 6:43 AM
I love what you do ... Your so fun!ReplyDelete
thank you
Angela F
- Anonymous12/05/2009 7:04 AM
love the wig and glasses, hahahaha Susan Polack firstname.lastname@example.com
You inspire me to be the BEST Crafter I can be !!!ReplyDelete
thank you for all you give to all of us :)
- Anonymous12/05/2009 7:22 AM
I saw it Robbin!ReplyDelete
pick me! pick me!
I would love to win this for my granddaughter...She wont let me on MY ExpressionsReplyDelete
- Anonymous12/05/2009 8:06 AM
You are too funny Robyn! Love your siteReplyDelete
Your videos are tooooo funny!! Continue to enjoy doing what you do and sharing it with all of us!!ReplyDelete
Merry Cricut-mas!!!
- Anonymous12/05/2009 9:26 AM
Hi Robyn, its Saturday in the UK, managed to link to your video, thanks for the instructions. Glad you had a good holiday, you are so lucky, bet your photographs are terrific!. Can I be put in the draw for the stamps, having watched your video, I now know what they are for, they are not available over here. Keep up the good work. Carol in the UK. Hi to all, X PS I keep trying to post but nothing is happening. I will try again. Sorry if this keeps repeating on the post.ReplyDelete
Because of AK time, I have trouble viewing you live, but I enjoy the videos you share.ReplyDelete
Vickie (firstname.lastname@example.com)
You're a nut... love your videosReplyDelete
You're a nut... love your videosReplyDelete
- Bridget12/06/2009 6:31 AM
Robyn, Thanks so much for posting the "LIVE CHAT" video. I have pneumonia and missed the live chat and giveaways; but it was great to see and hear all that I missed. You are always so much fun and I learn so much from watching you. Can't wait for my DVD to arrive. Blessings.ReplyDelete
- Anonymous12/18/2009 7:15 AM
Wish I had your energy & talent!ReplyDelete
- Anonymous12/25/2009 10:02 AM
I want to quote your post in my blog. It can?ReplyDelete
And you et an account on Twitter?


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Moved from my blog (I had another post about this anime in my blog, but it wan't really worth much): Sora no Manimani turned out to be a decent slice of life series. Many people would probably find it boring, but I like slice of life anime, so I ended up liking Sora no Manimani. At first I was expecting it to be more romance driven and I was worried it might turn into a harem series. However the romance was just a secondary theme, which wasn't even concluded in the anime (it might be in the manga, so I might try reading it later). As for the harem part, even though 3 girls were interested in the... See full review
Moved from my blog (I clearly haven't written a proper review for this series and I wrote the original post back in 2011): It's been a while since I watched Legend of Black Heaven, so I don't remember all the details, but here are some of my thoughts on the series. At first I thought that, because the story is really crazy, the show has a potential. Unfortunately I was wrong, this anime is quite disappointing. The only good thing about this anime was Oji's wife, who was the best character of this series and a also really good character in general. But I'm writing again in a way that people, who haven't... See full review
Moved from my blog (this time it was split into 3 blog posts): Post 1: First impression: Eureka Seven I started watching Eureka Seven. I'm currently on episode 8. The visuals and audio are awesome so far. Renton is very annoying, but then again life isn't treating him well so far. The story gives a vibe of generic shounen, but I didn't expect much of it in the first place. After all, a good shounen is good (even if a bit generic). The art style slightly reminds me of RahXephon (it had good visuals too), but this is not surprising as both were made by Bones. On the other hand the story makes me think of... See full review
Moved from my blog: Sometimes after watching an anime I'm asking myself one important question: "WTF did I just watch?" Chainsaw Maid is one of those anime. Well there is a huge ammount of similar animations floating around the internet (not necessarily Japanese ones), but what makes CM stand apart from those is the insane amount of gore. In case you wonder what I am talking about: Chainsaw Maid is a claymation (stop-motion cartoon done using plasticine) on top of that its a b-movie with zombies, a maid and a chainsaw. While it deserves recognition for being an attempt to do a b-movie using... See full review
It's a cute series with witty dialogues and somewhat cool male lead. By cool I mean the fact that he can actually talk back to all sorts of weirdoes (which the majority of the cast seems to consist of). The plot revolves around him moving to a city, going to high school and living with his aunt. The aunt happens to have a daughter who thinks she is an alien. The girl is his age and she rather quickly becomes attached to him. During the course of the series the guy also becomes friends with two female classmates who appear to be romantically interested in him (but he fails to notice it 90% of the time). For... See full review
Oh Nekomonogatari why do you piss me off so? But let's get back to the beginning. A few years back, my friend lent me his copy of Bakemonogatari singing all kinds of praise about the series. I have to admit I was kind of curious because it was made by studio Shaft and the main character was voiced by Kamiya Hiroshi who did so well in the Sayonara Zetsubou Sensei series. I've watched the first 2 episodes and though "That was kind of cool, but pointlessly erotic.", but upon reaching the third episode I found myself bored with all the talking. After that I just skimmed through the rest of the... See full review
Ano Natsu de Matteru is an anime series from the creator of Onegai Teacher. The guy surely improved over the years. The overall execution and writing were better than in Onegai Teacher (not to mention the difference in art quality). On the other hand the story itself wasn't all that great and Onegai Teacher had a more coherent one. The love polygon with lots of unrequited love gave a strong Toradora vibe. So what's the series about? It's romcom about a bunch of teenagers where (nearly) every kid has an unrequited love. There is this plot about an alien girl (which was obviously taken from Onegai Teacher)... See full review
It was a very pleasant Ghibli movie. It has a similar style of storytelling to My Neighbour Totoro and due to that fact the less you know about the movie and the story before watching the more you enjoy it. I knew next to nothing about it before watching and enjoyed it a great deal. If you consider yourself a fan of My Neighbour Totoro, you'll probably love Kokuriko-Zaka Kara (it's slightly stronger on drama than Totoro and it doesn't contain any magical creatures). Audio and Visuals were beautiful. I liked the story and characters a lot. ******* MINOR SPOILER ******** The girl showed more initiative than... See full review
It was fun for most part, though the angst part was not. The way the angst part got resolved seemed cheap. The craziness reminded me a lot of FLCL. Anyone else noticed NGE reference in the last episode? There was plenty more references through the series, but somehow I already forgot most of them. It seems my review this time does not have a proper form, let me fix that a bit (though I can't guarantee it's not going to be vague). Story: Romance story between a guy in his twenties and teenage twin girls. This one takes a strange turn, because there isn't any angst on the guy's part nor the girls' part... See full review
So I was writing my rant about Asura Cryin' and Asura Cryin' 2 and I got logged out when I clicked on the "submit" button. I really don't feel like writing the whole thing again, so I'll just stick to the main points. Watching the thing was a waste of time. The story was so-so and the writing was poor. Romance where guy gets treated like s*** even when he did nothing wrong is not my kind of thing. The guy in question was indecisive and didn't had any redeeming qualities. Other than that I didn't like Nia, but it probably has something to do with my dislike for tsundere lolis (and tsundere in... See full review
Here is a short and somewhat vague review of Isekai no Seikishi Monogatari. Edit: Time to make it less vague. Isekai no Seikishi Monogatari is a spin-off from the Tenchi Muyo (which I have never actually seen). As you can guess it's a harem series, but it focuses more on the comedy than harem part. Story and plot were unimpressive, yet the the whole thing was still quite fun for the first 6 episodes. Things started to look dull and generic around episode 7. My real complain about first half was lack of story development. The story was... See full review
I feel I wrote this review a bit messy and relied too much on the reader actually having seen this anime. If you think so too and don't follow with stuff I have written, please leave me a comment. :) Story: A boy named Nagasumi nearly drowns in sea. Thankfully his life is saved by a mermaid named San. However due to some odd reason, he is now forced to marry said mermaid. She also happens to be the only daughter of a mermaid yakuza boss. The basic concept for the story sounds somewhat cliche. There are tons of anime with similar story but with aliens or other supernatural beings in place of the... See full review
Story: Gokusen is about a granddaughter of yakuza boss working as a math teacher in all-boy high school full of delinquents. The plot revolves around Yankumi (the heroine) getting her students out of trouble (kicking butts) and trying to keep her yakuza origin a secret, which is the source of all sort of gags. After all it is a comedy anime. Gokusen anime covers only a small part of the manga and even skips some of the stories from that small part. While anime is mostly faithful to the manga, it suffers from slow pacing. A single story in the manga can take one chapter and thats about 5 minutes of reading... See full review


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Holocaust Museum curator to speak at Harpur Forum
Steven Luckert, curator of the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum's permanent exhibition, will discuss "The United State Holocaust Memorial Museum in the 21st Century: Our Next Assignment" at the Harpur Forum breakfast meeting on Wednesday, March 2, at the Binghamton Club in downtown Binghamton.
Luckert, who earned his bachelor's, master's and doctoral degrees in history from Binghamton, curates the permanent exhibition, "The Holocaust," which spans three floors of the museum and presents a narrative history using almost 7,000 artifacts, 70 video monitors and four theaters. The exhibit includes historic film footage and eyewitness testimonies.
In Binghamton to facilitate the grand opening of the exhibit "Remember the Children: Daniel's Story," which will be on display at Roberson Museum and Science Center through September 25, Luckert has also served as curator on a number of special exhibitions at the Holocaust Museum, including "The Art and Politics of Arthur Szyk" and "Life in the Shadows: Hidden Children and the Holocaust." Szyk was one of America's leading political artists during World War II, when he produced hundreds of anti-Axis illustrations and cartoons in aid of the Allied war effort.
The Harpur Forum serves business, professional and community leaders by bringing nationally known authorities to speak at functions throughout the year.
Breakfast begins at 7:30 a.m. and the program will begin at 8 a.m.


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News Article
Recreational Programs - Registration NOW OPEN!
Oct 15 2013 - Louise Swain
We are excited to be able to offer multiple recreational programs for ages U4-U18!
Click on the following links to register now:
North Rec - serving Cedar Park and North Austin
South Rec - serving South / Southwest Austin
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Chemical structure of a human prion protein molecule (hPrP), which is associated with transmissible spongiform encephalopathies, including Creutzfeldt-Jacob Disease.
Prion Diseases
Why It Matters
Little prions can cause some big problems
The ability to replicate or reproduce yourself is one of the key characteristics biologists use to define life. Of course, defining life is not a simple thing, and there is more to the definition than just reproduction. That's why scientists go back and forth on whether or not viruses are alive. But did you know there are molecules even smaller than viruses that reproduce themselves? Well, there are; they're called prions and scientists are still working to understand what they are and how they cause disease.
Now that you know something about prions find out about some of the diseases they can cause. In this video, you will hear Dr. Geschwind refer to CJD, CJD refers to Creutzfeldt–Jakob disease.
You can go to this site to find out more about how prions were discovered and what researchers have found about them.
While evidence is increasing to support the idea that prions cause disease, not all scientists are comfortable with the idea of a protein self-replicating or causing disease by itself. The whole idea necessitates a rethinking of disease theory. You can go to this link to find out some of the objections researchers have raised to the prion disease model.
Explore More
Use the resources below to answer the following questions:
- How do prions differ from prion proteins? Where in the body do prion proteins occur in the highest concentrations? Do you think this relationship may provide a clue to the role of prion proteins in the body?
- How do prions interact with prion proteins? What effect does this have on infected organisms?
- What do researchers believe the role of prion proteins in the body may be?
- Can people contract "Mad Cow Disease"? Why or why not?
- How easy is it to acquire a prion disease from eating an infected animal? Explain this situation as fully as you can.
- What is the oldest recorded prion disease? Where did it occur?
Resources Cited
- http://learn.genetics.utah.edu/content/begin/dna/prions/
- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w5aAPEYIL9A
- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qMtT2NyV7Jo
- http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmedhealth/PMH0001792/
- http://www.cdc.gov/ncidod/dvrd/bse/
- http://www.emedicinehealth.com/mad_cow_disease_and_variant_creutzfeldt-jakob/article_em.htm
- http://www.ca.uky.edu/anr/PDF/scrapiefactsheet.pdf
- http://learn.genetics.utah.edu/content/begin/dna/prions/controversy.html


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I need help on which dog food should I go with
I need help on which dog food should I go with
My vote is for purina pro plan performance formula. It's what my breeder uses and recommends so its what I started giving my dog and I have been very satisfied.
Couple of things to clarify would be good information such as how active your dog is, what you do/plan to do with your dog, age of dog, etc. There is a pile of great dog food out there, but I would hesitate to feed any of the "performance" formulas to a dog that does little or no intermediate to heavy training or hunting work. These types of food can lead to weight gain due to higher calorie content. Some trainers/hunters stop feeding performance foods after trial, hunt test, or hunting season ends and back off to the intermediate protein/fat content formulas because the dog doesn't need the calories and the food is cheaper. Any of the formulas from Purina are Eukanuba are great food and both companies support our dog sports very well. As well you may need to test drive a few formulas to see what works best for your dog in regards to stool composition and coat quality, two great indicators of how they work for your dog. Only other advice is you get what you pay for in regards to quality. Stay away from the bargain bin stuff.
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pick a food that gets your dog the energy it needs, then pay attention to stools and coat and you should be good. Good luck!
purina pro plan performance is to high cost
is Diamond Naturas Extreme Athlete a good dog food to buy cause i have heard good things and bad things and it looks like to me its about even on the good and bad about it
I will never, ever feed any Diamond product to a dog. Too many bad batches, too many recalls, not near enough quality control. If you can't afford good food, you can't afford a dog! Sorry to be harsh, but what ya gonna do about the vet bills?
Carol Howey
Owned and handled by Cruisin' with Indiana Jones, JH
Alternate Handler: Westwind Buffalo Soldier
Apprentice Handler: Snake River Medicine Man, SH
i just tought there would be a good dog food but didnt cost so much
[QUOTE]is Diamond Naturas Extreme Athlete a good dog food to buy cause i have heard good things and bad things and it looks like to me its about even on the good and bad about it[/QUOTE
You live in a bad part of the country to be feeding diamond products. Some of the critical workers in gaston SC plant have proven themselves to be sub standard.
I am lucky in that my diamond product comes from california which has yet to have a recall. A much better record than euk. or PP,,but only from this one plant.
what about loyall dog food are they good
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I thought it was all but confirmed that WM was dropping the line. TRU and Target still seem to be supporting it though, Target being the strongest supporter of the line.
I got too busy to review the deluxes, I'll get to them this weekend. Here's the wave 2 basics though.
TF:CY Hardtop - I think he's a dune buggy/sandrail type thing, but the actual toy doesn't sell that concept all too well. First thing I can say is that the colors are pure ***, the black, dark green and purple might have been alright by themselves, but I don't like how they look with the silver of the cockpit and the light aqua plastic is just terrible. Then there's the shape of the car, generic and boxy at the front, a painfully spartan cockpit and midsection, and thick lower legs way up in the air with wheels dangling off flat arms the back claiming to be a rear end - what's tragic is how much nicer the prototype sketch looks, more rounded and with nice flow to it, but even it had the rear end empty at the bottom. There are sculpted details, but they don't match up with other areas as some are too big and cheap-looking, adding to the mishmosh feel of this alt mode - even the wheels are simplistic and cheapo - and the "seat" in the cockpit is hardly identifiable as such. You can also plug the generic gimmick gun onto the back, it is simplistic but doesn't really subtract from the look so that's something. If the sculpt had been more refined, or the colors more realistic, or even if they hadn't left the rear end empty on the bottom, it'd be a much nicer toy, but as it is it feels like a generic robot transformer that turned into a box which they added bits onto to make it "something". Transformation here is a bit like origami, lots of folding and unfolding, bringing the entire rear end over, it's clever but certain bits are very strict about being done in the right way. Robot mode is definitely better than the alt mode, now he's like a Decepticon grunt, a frown on his face and a classic bot body without overwhelming characterized features. He looks good from a sculpting perspective, rounded head looks right, the body is well-proportioned, and there are new details in play like the wider chest and big toes; but the chestplate from the seat seems oddly simplistic, you can always see the hollow open voids on the sides of the upper arms, all 4 wheels are just hanging off the back and legs, and the rollbar halves are just hanging off the upper arms. The colorscheme torpedoes the figure pretty badly here with more aqua in play including the head, and the arms bringing a fugly gold/green color to the party - I can't imagine what they were thinking with this ugly crap. Articulation is very nice, standard head and waist, ball-jointed shoulders and hips, hinged elbows, and knees which are ball-joints that act only as hinges. His gimmick weapon is still simplistic, a simple long blaster with an odd box on the back (to accomodate the cyber key) that converts into a slightly longer blaster - it looks like they were going to make the gimmickized barrel even longer and with a bigger tip, there's room for that when stowed, but they didn't so it remains unimpressive. Bottom line, the alt mode sculpt feels like it needed another pass or 2 to get it looking nice and that rear wheel situation is very annoying, the gimmick is nothing special, the transformation is interesting, the bot is a decent grunt but suffers too much kibble, and the whole thing is ruined by a truly terrible colorscheme.
TF:CY Recon Minicon Team - a fun set overall and a welcome return to Minicons. Both wheeled bots have an unappealing drab olive green wheel situation which is also used for Jolt's lower legs and head. Bottom line, I think this is a great little set and you just can't go too wrong here.
- - Sixspeed is the green racecar, he's the weakest design of the group but that doesn't mean he's bad, just not as cool as the other 2. Sixspeed's alt mode is bright green which would normally be awful but since he's a racecar it's not quite as bad; the car isn't as flat as other minicon racecars, and it looks more realistic this way - the clear canopy is a nice touch, and it sports decent detail. Transformation is not idiot-simple the way Vector Prime's minicon is, but it is standard minicon (and spychanger) territory; the chest won't click into place on mine but the joint is stiff enough to hold it up and close to the body. Bot mode loses a little of the detail, and gains REALLY tall shoulders which I'm not a fan of, also his arms are too close to his body -- it's not a terrible bot, standard minicon fare really except perhaps a little thicker. I don't like the face, it's like he's wearing a football helmet, I think there's tiny sculpted details within but they got lost, so he ends up looking like a smiling doofabot. Articulation is alright, standard shoulders, hips, knees, and he can look down or up. He's ok in my book, but no great shakes.
- - Jolt is the red and white helicopter, no relation to Armada's minicon of the same name and general vehicle apparently though. This Jolt is a bubble-cockpit helicopter like those from the '60s, I like his robust and complete design, he even has skids and a tiny interior. Hasbro cast the main body from the same green plastic as Sixspeed, then covered that with red paint which had to be thick, this makes it gloppy in some places; the clear bubble cockpit has white painted details. Transformation is ok, mostly just folding down parts, but rotating the cockpit is a cute twist. Bot mode is nifty, the thinner legs, rounded body, and head under glass give a slight nostalgia feel; the wide chopper blades and tail backpack are a bit too kibbly though. The cockpit plastic is a little hazy so only the silver paint on the face is viewable immediately, the rest of the head is too dark to see without getting up close and a lighter color on the plastic of the head would have cancelled this out. Jolt has ok articulation with standard hips, knees and ankles, and shoulders which can rotate and shrug inwards due to transformation. I like Jolt, he has a classic '50s robot vibe and a nice alt mode.
- - Reverb is the blue pickup truck, the medium-dark blue looks great with the yellow lights and the silver grill, he has gold paint on his windows which doesn't actually look that bad to me. The orange fists in the bed and orange rear window paint job are the only things that really stick out as odd; watch for slop on the lights and windows though, I saw plenty of sets with this. The truck is bold and beefy, not a lot of little details but a strong shape, kinda like a Chevy Avalanche but not brand-specific, the raised middle of the hood is more Dodge Ram-esque. Transformation is pretty unique, the legs are standard but the rest is all more creative, I especially dig how the arms are formed. Except for the large boots, bot mode is more like something you'd see on a deluxe and looks very keen. The little face has the most character of the trio and is painted silver. The orange rear window is now the chest, the orange takes a plain section and gives it more life as the Japanese version had less paint here and seems more plain to me. Articulation is decent, standard hips and knees, sideways-hinged shoulders (for "flapping") and hinged elbows, and his mid-torso has a transformation joint so he can lean back. I think Reverb is a great little bot and I love his transformation, I hope they use it on a larger figure soon.