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Celebrate Princeton Invention: Lynn Loo
Posted December 6, 2010; 11:56 a.m.
Name: Lynn Loo, associate professor of chemical and biological engineering
Invention: Conductive plastics for low-cost solar panels and electronics
A new method for creating electronic switches from carbon-based plastics pioneered in the laboratory of chemical and biological engineer Lynn Loo could enable the development of low-cost solar cells and electronics. (Photo by Brian Wilson)
What it does: The idea of using plastics in lieu of metals in certain electronic devices is an attractive proposition -- plastics are lightweight, easily processed, flexible, and often less expensive than their metallic counterparts -- but efforts to do so have been hampered by difficulties in processing and molding plastics that conduct electricity.
A new method developed in Loo's laboratory enables the creation of contacts for transistors, or electronic switches, from polyaniline -- a carbon-based conductive plastic. The low-cost technique uses a process similar to the one used to print newspapers to produce the transistors, which creates potential for scaling up the technique for mass production.
The conductivity and transparency of polyaniline make it a good candidate for replacing indium tin oxide (ITO), an expensive material currently used in solar cells and electronic displays. The demand for indium, a rare mined metal, has increased with the proliferation of electronic devices such as plasma televisions and smartphones, and its ongoing use at this growing rate is neither sustainable nor economically feasible, according to Loo. Commercially available solar panels created using a technique similar to the one developed in Loo's lab could significantly lower the cost of solar cells, and therefore overcome some of the barriers to their more widespread use. Other potential applications include the creation of large-area displays, such as solar-powered display walls in bus stops, and low-cost disposable sensors for biomedical applications.
Collaborators: Graduate student Jacob Tarver; Kwangseok Lee, who worked with Loo at the University of Texas-Austin and is now at Intel Corp.; Joung Eun Yoo, who earned her Ph.D. from Princeton in 2009; Kimberly Baldwin, currently an undergraduate at Lehigh University; former Princeton postdoctoral research associate Enrique Gomez, now at Pennsylvania State University; and Andreas Garcia and Quyen Nguyen of the University of California-Santa Barbara.
Commercialization status: Patents are pending.
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South Central
An unforgettable vacation getaway awaits when you choose Pikes Peak lodging at a BBIC member bed and breakfast.
Colorado Springs and Pikes Peak – America's Mountain - serve as the gateway to the South Central region of Colorado. The high towering rock formations at Garden of the Gods provide a spectacular sanctuary for all to walk, hike, and bike. The quaint towns of Manitou Springs, Cascade, Green Mountain Falls, and Woodland Park hug the base of Pikes Peak and present plenty of shopping and dining options when visiting the region. Don't miss visiting the popular Air Force Academy, Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, and Pikes Peak Cog Railway on the way.
Feeling lucky? Don't miss Cripple Creek and the gaming casinos that have replaced the old saloons and mining claims offices of this old boom town. Ride the train through the Royal Gorge, just west of Canon City.
The Arkansas River Valley is home to the greatest concentration of 14ers (peaks 14,000 feet or higher) in the lower 48 states and world-class whitewater excitement. Enjoy Rocky Mountain splendor at its finest as you hike the Colorado or Rainbow Trail, mountain bike along the Monarch Crest, or fly fish the blue ribbon waters of the Arkansas River. Delight in fresh powder skiing at some of Colorado's Gem ski resorts of Monarch, Ski Cooper, as well as nearby Crested Butte. The historic mining and railroad towns of Leadville, Salida, and Buena Vista are now home to antique shops, micro-breweries, local coffee roasters, great restaurants, and unique shops.
Head South towards our nation's newest National Park – the Great Sand Dunes, just east of Alamosa. Historic trains still roll through this part of the state; don't miss a ride on the Scenic Rio Grand or the Cumbres & Toltec trains. This portion of our state is rich in history, heritage, and outdoor activities.
Scenic Byways of the South Central Region:
Collegiate Peaks
Frontier Pathways
Gold Belt Tour
Los Caminos Antiguos
Silver Thread
Top of the Rockies
Conejos River Guest Ranch
25390 Highway 17, Antonito, CO 81120
| (719) 376-2464
For over 100 years, the Conejos Ranch has been the traveler's choice in South Central Colorado. Nestled in the Rio Grande National Forest, the ranch has approximately one mile of river frontage. The western hospitality and charm, fine food, and comfortable accommodations at the Conejos Ranch all contribute in bringing guests back year after year. The ranch has a warm, rustic, and inviting lodge that not only houses eight bed and breakfast rooms, but also the cowboy collectables sitting room with fireplace and scenic view of the grounds and river. Each of the bed and breakfast rooms has a full bath and its own distinctive personality and decor. Our gift shop will tempt even the most discriminating buyer with its unique clothing and treasures! A wrap-around deck provides a wonderful venue to enjoy morning coffee or "cap off" the day with a drink and reflect on the surrounding beauty.
Abbett Placer Inn
205 South French Street, Breckenridge, CO 80424
| (970) 453-6489
Charming B&B located in the heart of Breckenridge, on a quiet street yet within easy walking distance to all the shops and restaurants the Abbett Placer is a restored 1897 Victorian home with spectacular mountain views. All guest rooms have private baths and flat screen cable TV/DVD. Free wifi, guest computer, DVD library and outdoor hot tub are just a few of the amenities offered. We provide a delicious homemade full breakfast and afternoon tea. Free street parking, ski and bike storage, free ski area shuttle stops outside the door.
Fireside Inn
114 North French Street, PO Box 2252, Breckenridge, CO 80424
| (970) 453-6456
A warm welcome to couples, families and individuals awaits you at the historic Fireside Inn. Conveniently located just two blocks from Main St, on the free shuttle bus route and 5 minute walk to the Gondola in the historic town of Breckenridge this cozy B&B will be your home away from home during your vacation. With a variety of accommodations from economic dorm style rooms with shared bathrooms to a luxury suite with spa shower and jacuzzi tub there is a room to suit your needs and budget.
Eastholme in the Rockies
4445 Hagerman Ave, PO Box 98, Cascade, CO 80809
| (719) 684-9901
In the heart of Colorado's splendor, nestled in the Pikes Peak mountain village of Cascade, Colorado is a place of true tranquility at its finest. This charming 1885 Victorian Inn is listed on the National Register of Historic Places has the entire ambiance you are looking for in a Colorado Bed and Breakfast Inn. With breath taking views of Pikes Peak, we offer a charming retreat with all the comforts of home. Our Colorado Springs bed and breakfast is the perfect mountain location for an intimate Colorado destination Wedding and Reception. We pride ourselves on our reputation as a Bed and Breakfast Inn known for superb cuisine, gracious and comfortable elegance. Attention to all the details involved in planning a successful event is what distinguishes Eastholme in the Rockies in the art of entertaining. This is the perfect headquarters for a Colorado family vacation, romantic getaway, Colorado wedding and reception, Colorado Vacation Rental, Colorado Family Reunion or quiet business retreat. Located just six miles west of Colorado Springs, Manitou Springs, only fifteen minutes from downtown, Eastholme is midway between the Air Force Academy and Cripple Creek, making it convenient to any destination and activities. We cordially invite you to taste, touch and feel our unique and elegance experience. Large sunny rooms and private cabins await your arrival and welcome you to Eastholme in the Rockies.
Rocky Mountain Lodge & Cabins
4660 Hagerman Ave., Cascade, CO 80809
| (719) 684-2521
Voted "Best to Visit Again & Again", "Best with Nearby Attractions", and "Best for a Honeymoon & Anniversary" by Arrington's Inn Traveler Book of Lists for 3 years in a row, Rocky Mountain Lodge & Cabins is located in Cascade, Colorado, 6 miles from Colorado Springs, 5 miles from Manitou Springs, and 6 miles from Woodland Park, in the historic Ute Pass and are surrounded by mountains at the entrance to Pikes Peak. The 5,000 square foot Colorado Lodge has 6 bedrooms, all with private bathrooms, queen beds and Cable TV/DVD players. The Cascade Luxury Suite has its own sitting room, fireplace, oversized body spray shower for two, and a large jetted tub for two. All of our Bed and Breakfast guests enjoy our signature 3 course breakfast. The Lodge was built in 1936 as a summer residence on over 2 acres with beautiful mountain views. We welcome our guests to relax in the outdoor hot tub while taking in the foothill mountains by day and the western stars by night, or snuggle up in front of the massive rock fireplace in the great room. Romance and area attraction packages packages are available. A Cabin & Cottage, on a separate property, are also available, each accommodating six guests, and have their own kitchens and bathrooms, also with beautiful mountain views, and the Cabin has its own private hot tub as well. Entire lodge rental is available for family reunions, weddings, retreats, and corporate events.The Lodge can sleep up to 17 people and host up to 30 people for group gatherings.
Chipita Park
Chipita Lodge B&B
9090 Chipita Park Road, Chipita Park, CO 80809
(877) 244-7482 | (719) 684-8454
Located at the base of Colorado`s Pikes Peak, this historic lodge was built in 1927 of native logs and stone. Only eight miles west of Colorado Springs, Chipita Lodge once served as a general store, post office, community center and land development office. Situated on a knoll overlooking Chipita Lake, the lodge has been carefully restored and converted into a Bed and Breakfast Inn. Designated as a Ute Pass landmark, Chipita Lodge offers modern amenities in a rustic Colorado setting. Come, take a look at some of the features inside and out that this beautiful and rustic Inn has to offer. Make yourself at home in one of our lovely rooms!
Colorado Springs
Crescent Lily Inn
6 Boulder Crescent, Colorado Springs, CO 80903
(800) 869-2721 | (719) 442-2331
Located just two blocks north of downtown Colorado Springs and six blocks south of Colorado College, our 1898 Victorian home includes five guest rooms fully air conditioned, each with private bath, queen or king size beds, soft chamber music, telephones, television available, writing desks, and lovely furnishings. Individually, the rooms feature one or more amenities such as whirlpool bath for one or two, attached sitting room, gas log fireplaces, or a balcony overlooking quiet Boulder Crescent park. For your pleasure, included in our room rate is a gourmet breakfast consisting of fresh juices and tasty muffins or pastries, piping hot coffee with biscotti, a selection of whole grain cereals, seasonal fresh fruit, and a delicious hot entree. You may also choose to relax in the evening's playing cards or board games, reading, assembling puzzles, or conversing over refreshments.
Holden House-1902 Bed & Breakfast Inn
1102 W Pikes Peak Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80904
(888) 565-3980 | (719) 471-3980
Award-winning B&B celebrating our 26th Anniversary Year in 2012! Voted "Best" in for a Honeymoon and Anniversary by Inn Traveler magazine. Romantic and beautifully restored Victorians with modern amenities such as WiFi internet, computer workstation, color/cable tv/cd/dvd, phones and guest refrigerators. Gourmet breakfasts, 24 hour coffee/tea/bottomless cookie jar and afternoon wine social. It`s no wonder why Katherine Lee Bates wrote America the Beautiful from atop famous Pikes Peak. The scenic beauty of Colorado Springs and the Pikes Peak Region offers something for everyone. Holden House is a storybook treasure that caters to both romantics and business travelers. Centrally located on a residential tree-lined street near historic "Old Colorado City", the inn offers inviting suites boasting antiques, fireplaces, sitting areas, bubble bath "tubs for two" and more! Enjoy the living room with oak framed fireplace and wingback chairs, front parlor, verandahs with old fashioned porch swings, and a secret garden with fountains and a gazebo. AAA Awards. Resident cats (pet-free accommodations available). A Rocky Mountain historic dream!
Hughes Hacienda
12060 Calle Corvo, Colorado Springs, CO 80926
(800) 576-2060 | (719) 576-2060
Hughes Hacienda Bed & Breakfast sits high on a hill at the foot of Blue Mountain with magnificent views of the mountains, the Red Rock Valley below and the twinkle of city lights in the distance at night. Hughes Hacienda is 15 minutes from downtown Colorado Springs and the Airport. The Inn is near fine dining, golf courses, river rafting, skiing and the many activities and attractions of the Pikes Peak area. The Hacienda is on 19 secluded acres with wild life and hiking trails. Breakfast is served on the Portico overlooking the mountains and valley below or in the dining room by a cozy fire. We specialize in southwest dishes such as our unique blue corn pancakes. However, traditional dishes like eggs benedict, blueberry & pecan pancakes, quiche, etc. also come from our kitchen. We are able to accommodate special diet and vegetarian requests.
Old Town Guesthouse
115 South 26th Street, Colorado Springs, CO 80904
(888) 375-4210 | (719) 632-9194
The Old Town GuestHouse was newly built in 1997 as a bed and breakfast. The three story brick building is in perfect harmony with the 1859 period construction of the historic Old Colorado City. The GuestHouse is located on the site of the 1892 city hall, fire station and jail which was surrounded by saloons, gambling parlors and brothels. Ongoing restoration of Old Colorado City has enhanced its beauty without diminishing its charm.
Cripple Creek
Carr Manor
350 East Carr Ave, Cripple Creek, CO 80813
| 719-689-3709
Historic Carr Manor Offers First Class Luxury in Cripple Creek, rated AAA three diamond and Mobil 3 star. Walk through halls steeped in history, relax in the comfort of a king or queen bed surrounded by the warmth of the 1890's gold rush, sip tea or cordial and munch on homemade cookies in the dining area. Once you walk through the original school doors, framed by sculptures of playful children, your luxury vacation experience unfolds in the grand hallway, greeted by the warm smiles of innkeepers Gary and Wini Ledford and their staff. Cripple Creek's Carr Manor, is delightfully appointed as a Boutique Hotel and operated in the home style of a bed & breakfast. This destination resort offers first-class accommodations in the heart of Cripple Creek attractions – a respite at the center of fun and adventure that awaits you in The World's Greatest Gold Camp. What a rare experience to walk the halls where famous students, teachers and locals lived and started their careers - such notables as former Colorado Gov. Ralph Carr, Lowell Thomas and Jack Dempsey. Carr became Colorado governor in the 1940s and was noted as Person of the Century by the Denver Post for his humanitarian efforts to protect American of Japanese descent during World War II. Other graduates, mentors and distinguished pioneers are featured on the walls of the Manor's Gallery. Innkeeper Wini Ledford, has other ties to the 1890's gold rush history. Her great grandfather, Winfield Scott Boynton, was sheriff of El Paso County (before Teller County was formed) between 1894 to 1897 when Labor Wars pitted miners against mine owners. He and his brother Frank, his wife Katherine and their families were doctor, builders and merchants in Cripple Creek from around 1890 to 1915. The Ledford family purchased the property and is now in the painstaking process of renovation and restoration. The couple has completely renovated and redocorated the existing 14 rooms and has constructed two additional govener suites, a Grand Ball Room and conference center. Each of the uniquely decorated rooms and suites have theme names and historic reflections of times gone past. The warm charm of the Victorian era manifests itself in the turn of the 19th Century buildings of Cripple Creek. A few truly remarkable buildings were constructed and are available to the general public to view, but the Carr is one of the rare places open to actually spend a night or a few nights and enjoy the craftsmanship and romance of days gone by. Join us as the dream continues to unfold and "Where the Past Is Still Alive."
Stonehaven Inn Bed & Breakfast
1815 Calcite Drive, Divide, CO 80814
| 719-686-0833
Our unique B&B is built of 300 tons of Colorado river rock and is situated on the western slope of Pikes Peak. The Inn offers spectacular views from our 9,500 foot vantage Our rooms, inspired by the décor of Africa, India, Asia and South America are spacious and beautiful. Enjoy breakfast on the deck with spectacular views of the western slope of 14,000 foot Pikes Peak. Watch as you eat and you just might see some of our local wildlife. We get regular visits from deer, fox, lots of mountain birds and an occasional black bear. Of course, we have an outdoor hot tub and WIFI available. We are a family-friendly Bed and Breakfast and kids are welcome but need to be 6 yrs old or older. Enjoy your family time away with hikes, biking, and enjoying all the sights in the Pikes Peak area. It's the perfect place for your Colorado vacation, honeymoon, romantic getaway, family reunion, or organizational retreat.
Manitou Springs
Avenue Hotel Bed and Breakfast
711 Manitou Avenue, Manitou Springs, CO 80829
800-294-1277 | 719-685-1277
Manitou Springs first bed and breakfast was built in 1886 as boarding house. Today, our Victorian is recently renovated with seven spacious guest rooms that include private baths, most with claw foot tubs and showers. Each room is unique in its decor and views. The Avenue Hotel B&B is a blend of antique charm and modern elegance; a sitting room and a reading parlor are warmed with fireplaces and are framed with windows overlooking Manitou Avenue and the historic library park. A three story turned staircase escorts you to your room. A scrumptious full breakfast is made and served each morning,homemade cookies, and snacks are provided throughout the day along with a hot beverage station. The rooms have AC and many have fireplaces. The hot tub is on the back patio for your enjoyment in the evening and the terraced garden and BBQ is perfect for summer parties and larger family groups. We are located 4 miles West of Colorado Springs and are within walking distance to all shops, galleries and restaurants in Manitou Springs. The B&B is minutes away from the base of Pikes Peak, Garden of the Gods, Cave of the Winds and Manitou Cliff Dwellings. We enjoy helping our guests plan their daily activities and site seeing trips throughout the area; we gladly make reservations, provide maps and offer our best recommendations for local eateries to help your visit memorable. Hope to see you at the Avenue Hotel Bed and Breakfast.
Blue Skies Inn B&B
402 Manitou Ave, Manitou Springs, CO 80829
(800) 398-7949 | (719) 685-3899
Blue Skies Inn is located streamside on the wooded estate of the founder of Manitou Springs, a small mountain city nestled at the base of Pikes Peak. Our ten three-room suites are painted by an artist, all on a slightly different theme. They feature luxurious private bathrooms with spacious tiled showers, soaking tubs or Jacuzzis. Some suites have gas fireplaces and all suites feature a private sitting room for breakfasting or quiet reading. All suites have air conditioning, TV/VCR/DVD, cable, telephones and modem jacks. Our private or semi-private entrances and double-wall construction with sound insulation will ensure that your stay with us is undisturbed. We welcome children since we`re sound insulated and very private. Our grounds feature lawns, flower gardens, shady patios, a charming gazebo with giant hot tub open to the stars, and hillsides covered with hundred year-old scrub oak.
Two Sisters Inn - a bed and breakfast
Ten Otoe Place, Manitou Springs, CO 80829
Award-winning five-room traditional B&B, and cozy "Cottage for Two" with fireplace and private patio, in the Colorado Rocky Mountains at the base of Pikes Peak. The same caring, fun owners have been offering warm hospitality to their guests since 1990. 2009 Golden Muffin Award - Colorado State's Best Muffin. Frommer's 2010 choice for "The Best Inns and Bed & Breakfasts in Colorado", BBIC 2008 "Longevity Award", CH&LA'c "B&B Innkeepers of the Year", Inn Traveler's "Best Kept Secret in North America" . This 1919 Inn was restored and opened in 1990 and is located in the heart of Manitou Springs Historic District, known for its icy-cold, naturally-carbonated, drinking Mineral Springs--it makes the best lemonade! Wendy and Sharon ("Chefs Extraordinaire") prepare healthy and creative breakfasts, both delicious and exquisitely presented. Perfect place for relaxing, outdoor adventures, antiquing, or art gallery-hopping. Wonderful restaurants are within walking distance of the Inn. Cog Railway and Garden of the Gods are less than a mile away. The Innkeepers can help plan itineraries, make reservations, give insider tips on where to find spectacular views and special places. Magical experience! Not to be missed!
Rogers Inn The Pines
18750 Rogers Pine Grove, Monument, Co 80132
866-488-4355 | 719-488-4355
A European style Bed & Breakfast proudly serving USAFA families. Quaint European themed decorations and pampered service, yet with expected conveniences for the leisure and business traveler. Full gourmet breakfast. Restaurant and services nearby.
Mountain Goat Lodge
9582 Highway 285, Salida, CO 81201
(877) 495-4628 | (719) 539-7173
Casual, rustic, mountain lifestyle in a recently constructed, traditional, western lodge on 19 acres with awesome views of snow capped mountains from each room. Hot tub. Private baths, balcony, Flat screen HDTV with HBO/Showtime,DVD player, KING and queen beds with log headboards. Goats, chickens, dogs on site. Fresh homemade breakfast using organic eggs, meats, goat cheese, baked pastries and seasonal fruits.
Tudor Rose B&B & Chalets
6720 Paradise Road (CR 104), Salida, CO 81201
(800) 379-0889 | (719) 539-2002
A majestic country manor, the Tudor Rose resides proudly atop a ridge and is surrounded by 37 acres of pinon pines. Bordered by three mountain ranges, which offer commanding 360 views of the Rocky Mountains by day and a sky full of stars at night, the Inn offers the tranquility and seclusion of the mountains while having easy access to downtown only 1 1/2 miles away. Constructed in 1979 as an exclusive private estate, this 4,700 square foot dwelling was converted to a Bed & Breakfast in early 1995. Overly large guest rooms and spacious common areas grace the interior while wildlife, native landscape and a hiking trail enrich the surrounding grounds. Traveling with your horse? We have stalls, paddocks and pastures available for horses of our overnight guests. We offer free long distance phone calls for our guests.
South Fork
Arbor House Inn B&B on the River
31358 West US Hwy 160, South Fork, CO 81154
888-830-4642 | 719-873-5012
You are cordially invited to be the next guest at the beautiful Arbor House Inn Bed and Breakfast in South Fork, Colorado. Nestled on the banks of the south fork of the Rio Grande in the picturesque San Juan Mountains, our inn offers the discriminating traveler an experience to remember. Five themed guest rooms, rustic to elegant--all with views of the river, cliffs, mountains, or meadows -- beckon you to kick back and stay a while. Enjoy the splendor of the night sky while relaxing in the hot tub on the deck overlooking the river!
Woodland Park
Pikes Peak Paradise
236 Pinecrest Road, Woodland Park, CO 80863
(800) 728-8282 | (719) 687-6656
Ron is the new Innkeeper of Pikes Peak Paradise as of January 18, 2007 and invite you to come see all the exciting changes to Pikes Peak Paradise and offer great hospitality. Pikes Peak Paradise is more like a boutique style bed and breakfast with imported euro modern furnishings. The updated suites include brand new 1000-1200 thread-count linens, down pillows and comforters, duvet covers, Egyptian cotton towels, and Soybu Robes. Our luxury amenities include in-room private hot tubs, fireplaces, baths, and decks. We offer WIFI, HDTV Flat Screens, HD Code Free DVD Players, & over 300 DVD movies. In addition to our gourmet breakfast we offer snacks and soft drinks throughout the day, dessert in the evening plus 4 hours of complimentary wine! Pikes Peak Paradise has the BEST 9000 ft. secluded panoramic view of Pikes Peak and the Central Front Range consisting of over 1 million acres of Pikes National Forest. Pikes Peak Paradise is perfect for a romantic getaway, anniversary, honeymoon, corporate meeting, commitment ceremony or wedding. Pikes Peak Paradise is one hour & 45 minutes to Denver and 25 minutes to Colorado Springs. Email us at firstname.lastname@example.com if you would like to see current photos as the place is changing daily. Come relax up in the mountains.
Front Range
Colorado's Front Range region is home to several major colleges & universities, including the University of Colorado in Boulder, Colorado State University in Ft. Collins, and University of Northern Colorado in Greeley.
Loveland is home to the Benson Sculpture Park & bronze casting foundries, attracting artists and art enthusiasts.
There are endless trails, rivers and forests to explore for those seeking a Colorado vacation adventure. Drive several scenic byways to view snow-capped peaks, jagged canyons, and rustling rivers. Home to Rocky Mountain National Park & Trail Ridge Road - our nation's highest paved roadway and Colorado's largest national park, your next Colorado adventure can move you to experience new sights, sounds, and scenic wonders. Enhance this experience with Rocky Mountain National Park lodging at a BBIC member bed and breakfast. Our inns have been inspected and approved to ensure that you will enjoy the finest hospitality and quality accommodations our area has to offer.
Scenic byways of the Front Range Region:
- Cache La Poudre- North Park
- Guanella Pass
- Lariat Loop
- Mount Evans
- Peak to Peak
- Trail Ridge Road
Briar Rose B&B
2151 Arapahoe Ave, Boulder, CO 80302
(888) 786-8440 | (303) 442-3007
Enjoy attentive service and comfort of Boulders first bed & breakfast inn. We offer guests 19th Century ambience, with 21st Century amenities. Each of our ten guest rooms have individual personalities, but they all have private baths, telephones, wireless Internet access, fine linens, and "Fedderbet" comforters on queen size beds. Period antique furnishings and fresh flowers decorate the rooms, and good books and magazines abound. The Blanca and Antero rooms have wood burning fireplaces and offer a special, romantic getaway. The carefully groomed gardens offer guests a private retreat for personal reflection or quiet conversations. We are located close to the University of Colorado, the Pearl Street pedestrian mall, and many of Boulder's finest restaurants. The inn is about 40 minutes from downtown Denver and about 60 minutes from Denver International Airport. Direct airport transportation is available.
Central City
A Hooper Homestead Guest Quarters & Blissful Sprit Retreat & Spa
210 Hooper Street, P.O. Box 284, Central City, CO 80427
303-866-5828 | 303-582-5828
The Hooper Homestead is an excellent environment for personal renewal and spiritual connection. Whatever your spiritual path, our cozy mountain getaway is the perfect place for relaxation, reflection, and renewal. A Blissful Spirit Retreat enables you to return home and live your life with deep inner peace and your awareness and clarity restored. Our Blissful Spirit Spa offers personal transformational session, bodywork & massage, facials, body wraps, hot tub hydrotherapy, massage, cranio-sacral energy work, life alignment, raindrop therapy, reiki, sacred journeying, spa, spiritual and yoga retreats. Our suites are ideal for a romantic escape and perfect for families or friends to share. Situated on one of the most exquisite historical sites in Central City the property is secluded among 60 foot tall blue spruce trees. Our suites offer the space and privacy of a condominium with the personal touch of a B&B. The Guest Quarters is a new building skillfully created in the spirit of the 1880's! The furnishings and decor belong to the Victorian era and Country Southwest. A tasteful blend of architectural history and contemporary comfort.
Estes Park
Anniversary Inn B&B
1060 Marys Lake Rd, Estes Park, CO 80517
| (970) 586-6200
Welcome to the Anniversary Inn Bed & Breakfast. Enjoy the beauty of the Colorado Rockies in the comfort and charm of our historic 100-year-old log inn. Located only one and one half hours from downtown Denver, Colorado, the inn is nestled on nearly two acres, among spruce and pines provides a comfortable atmosphere for adults whether seeking a romantic getaway or a home base for adventure in the famous Rocky Mountain National Park. The inn captures the historic grandeur, elegance and majesty of the Colorado Rockies in its décor throughout and rooms which were built in 1906. . Rocky Mountain National Park is only one mile away and has over 350 miles of trails. Both day hikers and backpackers can experience the splendor of the Colorado Rockies while enjoying the luxury of our mountain lodge. From our inn you can enjoy hiking, fishing, wildlife watching and mountain climbing. We are open year round to provide accommodations for both summer and winter sports. We are just minutes away from the quaint town of Estes park where there is unique shopping and a variety of dining experiences. The Rooftop Rodeo, Wool Market, Horse Shows, Fine Arts and Crafts Fairs, Scottish Irish Festival, Winter Trails Weekend, the Elk Bugling Festival, and other special events offer entertainment throughout the year. As innkeepers we see our job as doing all we can to make your stay an enjoyable and memorable experience. We would love to have you stay with us. "Let us be your luxury cabin in the Rocky Mountains."
Fort Collins
Edward`s House B&B Inn
402 West Mountain Ave, Fort Collins, CO 80521
(800) 281-9190 | (970) 493-9191
The Edwards House was built in 1904 for Alfred Augustus Edwards, an early Colorado pioneer from Mercer, Pennsylvania. Mr. Edwards was instrumental in building the first irrigation projects in Northern Colorado, including the Mercer Canal and Chambers Lake. Built by reknown local architect Montezuma Fuller, this elegant house of neo-classical design embellishes on the popular "Denver four-square" pattern. The high ceilings and large leaded glass windows provide a bright spaciousness that complements the antique furnishings. The house remained the Edwards family home until 1981 when it was sold and used for offices. In 1992, Greg Belcher purchased and renovated the Edwards House, restoring it the beautiful Bed & Breakfast you see today.
Silver Queen Bed & Breakfast
314 Argentine St., Georgetown, CO 80444
This elegant 1892 Second Empire Victorian, located in the heart of Georgetown's historic district, has been restored and extensively updated to provide comforts and amenities for the most discerning guests. You will step through the entry into a beautiful and comfortable home, furnished with stunning antiques. The Parlor features a grand carved fireplace that beckons guests to relax and converse. Overlooking the gardens and spectacular mountain views is the Library/Music Room, where a cozy leather sofa invites you to curl up with a good book and the 1890s piano might entice you to sit down and play. A Sitting Room features a flat screen HD television. You can enjoy your full Gourmet Breakfast in the formal Dining Room beside a glowing gas coal fireplace or at the antique farm table in the sunny Breakfast Room. Each of the three guest rooms is furnished in its own unique style – traditional Victorian, charming Country French, soothing Swedish. They are true master suites with a queen-size bed, gas fireplace, writing desk, ceiling fan, ample closet and storage space and a seating area. Each suite has its own master bath with a jetted tub, 2 vanity sinks with storage, walk-in shower, a separate water closet, and makeup mirror.
Thompson House Inn
537 Terry Street, Longmont, CO 80501
| 303-651-1121
Located near downtown Longmont in the historic west side neighborhood, it is an easy stroll from the Inn to Colorado's first library and other turn of the century estates identifiable by the historic plaques. There are two lovely old parks to play or picnic in and many nearby eateries including the Martini Bistro right next door. We are the perfect setting for special celebrations and serve formal teas in our tearoom.
The Pawnee Pioneer Trails & South Platte River Trail in Northeast Colorado are the shortest of the scenic byways, but they offer the splendor of the vibrant prairie and the South Platte River.
This enriched historical route takes you along the routes of the Pony Express, Transcontinental Railroad and Fort Sedgwick. The South Platte River Trail is known for its award-winning interpretive signage and historical markers. Travel through the grasslands of the Pawnee Pioneer Trails where the Plains Indians and buffalo once called home. Few trees and robust winds bring into historical perspective how this section of Colorado was impacted by the Great Dust Bowl era of the early 20th century. Spring and fall are the best times of the year for mountain biking or hiking the serene grasslands to the Pawnee Buttes, a favorite among bird watchers, artists, and naturalists – particularly at the Chalk Bluffs, a popular raptor nesting site.
Enjoy inviting accommodations and wonderful hospitality when you choose South Platte River lodging at our local BBIC member inns. Our friendly and knowledgeable innkeepers are looking forward to sharing their love of the region with you.
Scenic Byways of the Northeast Region:
Pawnee Pioneer Trails
South Platte River Trail
Lincoln Manor
521 2nd Ave. (POBox 362), Hugo, CO 80821
cell 719-740-2601 | 719-743-2173
Located in small COunty Seat Town that has 4 churches for Sunday morning worship services, library, museum, walking path, Sand Greens golf course, Hugo Wildlife Area nearby for fishing, hunting, etc., gift and antique shoppes. Come stay for a while. Internet available for guests.
Explore the Denver region while lodging at Denver bed and breakfasts that are inspected and approved by BBIC.
The Denver Metro Area in the heart of Colorado sports a bright skyline framed by the spectacular Rocky Mountains, just 20 minutes west of the city center. Denver's population is 2.5 million people and as the state capital has emerged as the cultural capital of the Rocky Mountain region.
Visitors to the area enjoy spending time at Denver Art Museum, the Zoo at City Park, and the Denver Mint. Historic Larimer Square and LoDo present a wide array of dining, shopping, theater, and night-life for those vacationing or attending conferences at the Denver Convention Center. Sports enthusiasts can seasonally check out the Denver Broncos at Mile High/Invesco Field, Colorado Rockies at Coors Field, or the Pepsi Center shared by the Colorado Avalanche and the Denver Nuggets.
This area's scenic byway, the Lariat Loop, leads to the crimson geological formations at Red Rocks Park and Amphitheater and dinosaur tracks at Dinosaur Ridge.
Scenic Byway of the Denver Region:
Lariat Loop
Lumber Baron Inn & Gardens
2555 West 37th Avenue, Denver, CO 80211
In 1890, John Mouat, Scottish immigrant, amassed a fortune in lumber. Working with the top architects of the day, Mouat helped build Denver from a mining camp along Cherry Creek to the crown jewel of the growing town of Highlands - geographically and morally above the wild town of Denver. Built as a home to his five children and wife, Amelia, Mouat showcased his finest wares in this 10,000 square foor mansion: cherry, oak, poplar, sycamore, maple, and walnut - each with distinct carvings and fine details. The dining room woodwork has individually carved rosettes representing varied species of trees elegantly apportioned guestrooms, each with private bath and jacuzzi complete the second floor. The third floor with a 20 foot pyramid ceiling and select maple floor once hosted Victorian social events for special events today. A full catering kitchen has replaced Amelia's original, now capable of serving our guests a full breakfast.
Willow Tree Country Inn
49990 E. 64th Ave., PO Box 160, Denver, CO 80102
(800) 257-1241 | (303) 644-5551
Our Country Inn Bed and Breakfast is conveniently located near DIA (airport) and downtown Denver. A great place to stop on your way to a Colorado ski or golf vacation, the Inn is English Tudor with charming furnishings. Our setting, with a panoramic view of the Rocky Mountains, creates the mood of quiet unhurried country living and tranquility. Each guest will experience pampered luxury with a complimentary hydrotherapy footbath and gentle herbal cream foot massage. All guest rooms have a stocked refrigerator and basket of snacks. Comfortable bathrobes and slippers are furnished.
Bears Inn B&B
27425 Spruce Lane (P.O. Box 1209 Evergreen, CO 80437), Evergreen, CO 80439
(800) 863-1205 | (303) 670-1205
Nestled in the Mountains of beautiful Evergreen, Colorado this historic Inn, formerly a mountain lodge hotel resort, is now a bed and breakfast offering a gourmet, candlelight breakfast. 11 guest rooms with private baths, cable TV, and in-room phones. 10 rooms have queen beds and one room is a suite with a king bed. Large outdoor deck with fantastic mountain views,2 outdoor gas campfires, and outdoor hot tub. Also a charming 2 bedroom guest cabin with fully equipped kitchen, large livingroom with woodburning fireplace, 2 cable televisions, and deck.
Northwest Colorado's spectacular landscape was forged by the Colorado River. The stunning landscape makes this region of the state a wonderful vacation destination.
The mountain resort towns of Aspen, Vail, Beaver Creek, Breckenridge, Steamboat Springs, Keystone, Frisco offer world-renowned Colorado powder skiing and winter sport activities to both the expert and novice. These same mountain slopes become fields of wild flowers and delight visitors hiking the trails and riding their mountain bike in the summer & fall seasons. After a day in the great outdoors, soothe your tired muscles in one of several natural hot springs facilities sprinkled around this part of Colorado.
Shopping and dining are first rate, with choices ranging from the casual fare of Beau Jo's Pizza in Idaho Springs to world-class dining. The topography and climate change dramatically as you head to the Western Slope's towns of Palisade, Grand Junction, and Fruita. High, flat-top mesas and low valleys make this a prime fruit growing and wine producing region for the state. Bring your bike and peddle from winery to winery during the fall crush, savoring the sights and aromas as you soak up the fantastic Colorado sunshine. Grand Junction is also home to Powderhorn, one of Colorado's Gem Ski Areas.
While visiting Northwest Colorado, choose accommodations at our BBIC member inns. Our bed and breakfasts are professionally inspected and approved, so you can rest assured that your travel lodging will be clean, comfortable, and safe.
The Scenic Byways of the Northwest Region:
- Cache La Poudre- North Park
- Colorado River Headwaters
- Dinosaur Diamond
- Flat Tops Trail
- Grand Mesa
- Trail Ridge Road
- West Elk Loop
Ambiance Inn B&B
66 North 2nd St, Carbondale, CO 81623
(800) 350-1515 | (970) 963-3597
BBIC member since 1990 All the comforts of Home...and then some! The Ambiance Inn is a contemporary chalet-style home offering one suite and three rooms for the comfort of our guests. We will start your day with a full lavish breakfast served around the beautiful oak table in the dining room, featuring fresh homemade sweet muffin breads, butter crescents, blueberry muffins and warm baked pastries. Begin with a fresh fruit bowl and finish with an entree of a very special spinach-mushroom quiche, pecan waffles, French toast, a baked egg dish, served with bacon or sausage. Of course, fresh brewed coffee, teas and orange juice are available. Year-round activities are numerous in the area.We are located right next to the bike path that runs from Aspen to Glenwood Springs. Aspen and Snowmass are 30 minutes from our door Vail is just 90 minutes away.Glenwood Springs and the world's largest hot springs is just 15 minutes away. Gold medal fishing, white water rafting, golf, horseback riding. Cross-country and alpine skiing are just minutes from the Ambiance Inn.
Van Horn House at Lions Ridge
0318 Lions Ridge Road, Carbondale, CO 81623
(888) 453-0395 | (970) 963-3605
An Intimate Bed & Breakfast in the Roaring Fork Valley. Let us offer you the cozy comfort of a home away from home in the heart of the Roaring Fork Valley, convenient to Aspen, Snowmass, Glenwood Springs, Carbondale, Redstone, and the peaks, hiking trails, ski slopes, fishing streams, and hot springs of the White River National Forest. Each room is furnished with a queen size bed, antiques, family heirlooms, and lots of charm. Our guest lounge features satellite TV, VCR, stereo, a book and movie library, games, puzzles, home-baked cookies, coffee, and tea. Relax on the balcony overlooking Mt. Sopris and the Roaring Fork Valley. Enjoy the stars and occasional visiting wildlife as you soak in the hot tub. Watch the birds and deer as a tasty, hearty breakfast is served. Please join us for your next getaway in the Colorado Mountains.
Cedars' Edge Llamas Bed & Breakfast
21575 Highway 65, Cedaredge, CO 81413
| 970-856-6836
Lovely llama farm on the southern slope of Grand Mesa. Breakfast on your private deck or in the cottage sun room overlooking llama pastures and an amazing vista that includes the snow capped San Juan Mountain and the Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park. Our location is perfect for many fascinating daytrip. Enjoy sightseeing and hiking out our 'backdoor' in the spectacular Grand Mesa National Forest, or simply relax and enjoy the peaceful ambience of undiscovered, uncrowded and unhurried Cedaredge. Breakfast on your private deck or in the cottage sunroom overlooking llama pastures and a fabulous 100-mile view of snowcapped peaks. Relax with a cup of freshly ground coffee and watch the many species of birds and wildlife that frequent our fields. Meet the baby llamas.
Hitching Post Bed & Breakfast
409 Washington Street, Eagle, CO 81631
877-532-7029 | 970-328-7225
The Hitching Post Bed and Breakfast is a historic home ordered from the Sears Roebuck catalog in 1908. As you enter this charming well preserved home, you will notice the high ceilings and oak fireplace. Guests select from one of two bedrooms, each with a queen bed and a private bath, beautifully furnished with linens and quilts for a comfortable, relaxing experience. Each morning, you will be treated to a delicious full breakfast of fresh fruit, juice, hot entree', bread, coffee and tea. Homemade treats and complimentary beverages are available each afternoon. Guests have access to the main floor areas, whether it is relaxing in the parlor, swinging on the front porch swing, or dining with new friends. Enjoy the small town atmosphere and yet have the Rockies at your doorstep for hiking, biking, fishing, rafting, and playing golf. In addition, skiing and snowboarding are only a short distance away at world-renown Vail and Beaver Creek Ski Areas. We, at the Hitching Post, welcome you to our home. Thank you for considering us for your next lodging needs.
Frisco Lodge
321 Main St. PO Box 1325, Frisco, CO 80443
800-279-6000 | 970-668-0195
Originally built as a stagecoach stop in 1885, the Frisco Lodge is a unique bed and breakfast situated in the heart of the Rocky Mountains in Summit County, Colorado. Located on historic Main Street with it's myriad of great shops and delicious restaurants. The lodge retains the ambience of a past era, while providing easy access to the many wonders nearby, and to the vast recreational opportunities of the present. Gourmet Breakfast, After Ski Snacks (in season), Wireless Internet, Guest Parking, Outdoor Hot Tub in our award winning garden and courtyard.
Glenwood Springs
Four Mile Creek B&B
6471 County Road 117, Glenwood Springs, CO 81601
(970) 945-4004
Four Mile Creek Bed and Breakfast is a historic log home and 2 log cabins located in a quiet valley just south of Glenwood Springs, Colorado near Sunlight Mountain Ski Area. Originally homesteaded in 1885, the Four Mile Ranch is listed in the National Registry of Historic Places. The grounds offer pleasant strolls and relaxing sitting areas. As you approach Four Mile Creed Bed & Breakfast, a large red barn built in 1919 will capture your attention. You soon will also discover aspen groves, herb and flower gardens and llamas grazing nearby.
Lavender and Thyme Bed & Breakfast
802 Palmer Avenue, Glenwood Springs, CO 81601
866 L and T BB (866-526-3822) | (970) 945-8289
Located downtown Glenwood Springs, in an elegant Victorian House, the Lavender and Thyme B&B is within minutes walking distance of most of Glenwood's attractions: shopping, restaurants, the Hot Springs, Therapeutic Massage Centers and vapor caves, the tramway, Caverns and Fairy Caves, the Glenwood Canyon, the AMTRAK station, etc. We are also ideally located for your hiking, horseback riding, fishing, rafting and skiing in Sunlight, Aspen, Snowmass, Buttermilk, Vail, Beaver Creek, etc. Travel the river trails on complimentary bicycles or in wintertime the nature trails with our complementary snow-shoes. Better than a hotel, the Lavender and Thyme B&B gives you that personal attention and service you deserve so much. We host small weddings or are simply there for your romantic getaway to "bring you back in time". All rooms have queen beds and private bath, warm comfortable bathrobes, individual fireplace, own TV/video, refrigerator (with refreshments) and coffee m! achine. Possibility for additional guest(s) in two of the rooms. The rooms are air-conditioned in the summertime. Our beautiful living room with open fire place is there for you to relax, read, or watch big screen TV . Count the stars from our private hot tub (winter time only). We offer shuttle service from/to the AMTRAK station and discounted access to the Hot Springs Pool and Athletic Club.
Minturn Inn
442 Main St., Minturn, CO 81645
(800) 646-8876 | (970) 827-9647
Discover the Minturn Inn, an authentic Rocky Mountain lodge nestled between Vail and Beaver Creek Resorts in Minturn, Colorado. Enjoy your mountain retreat in a completely refurbished 1915 hewn log home on the town's historic Main Street or stay in our elegant River Lodge located just behind the Inn on the banks of the Eagle River.
The Frontier Pathways, Highway of Legends, and the Sante Fe Trail will lead visitors to Southeast Colorado through the lands explored by our nation's earliest trappers & traders.
In the 1870s, homesteaders staked their claims to establish Colorado's rich ranching & agricultural heritage. Visit the stage stops and early outposts of Bent's Fort, Cimarron, and Raton Pass. Witness how the town of Pueblo grew alongside the largest steel operation in the western US. Today Pueblo's historic downtown, Zoo, Convention Center, and River Walk are enjoyed by visitors to the area. The Southeast region of Colorado affords grand views of the towering Spanish Peaks and Wet Mountains to fields surrounding the Arkansas River basin and on to prairie lands of the Comanche National Grasslands and pristine forest lands with the Sangre De Cristo mountain range lining the horizon like jetted teeth.
Make reservations for lodging at a BBIC member inn, and come walk in the historic footsteps of the early explorers while visiting Southeast Colorado.
Scenic Byways of the Southeast Region:
Frontier Pathways
Highway of Legends
Santa Fe Trail
Tarabino Inn
310 East 2nd Street, Trinidad, CO 81082
(866) 846-8808 | (719) 846-2115
Come enjoy the ambiance of this historic Bed and Breakfast located in beautiful Trinidad, Colorado. Splendid antiques blended with modern conveniences pamper your senses and your soul. Tarabino Inn combines the elegance and way of life of the Victorian era with the comforting hospitality and atmosphere rarely encountered in today's world. Indulge in the old world warmth of antique furnishings, rich natural woodwork, Persian rugs, and much more. Your hosts, Kevin & Teresa, would be pleased to welcome you into their home; and their hospitality is guaranteed to make your visit a special and relaxing time. Whether you are escaping for just a weekend's rest, a longer vacation, or even a business trip, make the choice that will make memories. Off-season rates available.
When you visit Southwest Colorado, be sure to make lodging reservations at our BBIC member inns, where you are sure to experience friendly hospitality and comfortable accommodations.
Southwest Colorado marvels visitors with its granite walls towering over 2,000 feet above the Gunnison River as they drive, hike, raft or fish the Black Canyon of the Gunnison. Mesa Verde National Park (Spanish for "green table") is home to the ancient ruins and cliff dwellings of the Ancestral Pueblo people. Visit its regional cultural center that houses millions of artifacts to study, sharing the stories of the past.
Drive the Million Dollar Highway between Silverton and Ouray, and experience panoramic views and marvel at the terrain and appreciate what the miners of the 1800s would have experienced as they sought their fortunes. Learn more about the history of this region as you visit with geology experts sprinkled through the shops and museums in the towns of Montrose, Ouray, Silverton, and Durango. Hop aboard the popular Durango-Silverton train as it winds through the mountains along the narrow gauge tracks pulled by a coal-fired steam engine. Disappear in the wilderness of untouched terrain, and experience wildlife viewing, fishing, and hunting. This part of Colorado is home to more geothermal hot springs.
Scenic Byways of the Southwest Region:
Alpine Loop
Grand Mesa
San Juan Skyway
Silver Thread
Trail of the Ancients
Unaweep – Tabeguache
West Elk Loop
Bross Hotel B&B
312 Onarga Street - P.O. Box 85, Paonia, CO 81428
| (970) 527-6776
The Bross Hotel, which opened in 1906, is a graceful frontier hotel noted for its hospitality. The ten guest rooms, all with private baths, are appointed with period antiques. It retains the ambiance of the early 20th century while offering guests the best of 21st century conveniences. The front porch rockers invite guests to sit and visit. The second floor balcony porch is a favorite spot for a glass of wine before dinner or just observing the neighborhood of old homes and large shade trees. Perennial gardens, decks, patio and private hot tub beckon guests outdoors. Paved, adjoining off-street parking is provided. Located just one block from Paonia's downtown guests can walk to restaurants and entertainment. With a plethora of artists and musicians making their homes in the area, concerts and other events occur nearly every weekend. The Bross Hotel Bed and Breakfast's accommodations are the perfect setting for intimate weddings, memorable honeymoons, festive parties, other special events, business conferences, workshops or seminars/retreats.

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Lake Como (Lago di Como in Italian, also known as Lario; Lach de Comm in Insubric; Latin: Larius Lacus) is a lake of glacial origin in Lombardy, Italy. It has an area of 146 km², making it the third largest lake in Italy, after Lake Garda and Lake Maggiore. At over 400 m (1320 ft) deep it is one of the deepest lakes in Europe and the bottom of the lake is more than 200 metres (656 ft) below sea-level.
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Bats and other animals use sound as a hunting tool—but their prey has also evolved ways to thwart detection
William E. Conner
The sophistication of military radar and sonar systems may seem to eclipse the efforts of animals that navigate and hunt using echolocation. But new discoveries about biological sonar show that is a marvel of sophistication, not only in how signals are produced and detected, but also in the evolutionary combat of countermeasures used by predator and prey. The author
describes the discovery that bats can switch between frequencies during their calls, depending on whether they are detecting prey at a distance or require close-up accuracy. Their ears are often tuned to best receive the frequencies they use. But insects are not passive in this fight. Some will cluster to blend in with echoes from vegetation. Others have scales that dampen echoes. And others release their own streams of noise to jam signals. Bats have responded by reducing the intensity of their calls, so insects can't detect them until it's too late. The author suspects that there are many more surprising countermeasures awaiting discovery.
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What exactly is going on with the blacked out "bike lane" on Spadina Avenue?
Well, what may or may not actually have been intended to be a bike lane is now gone, sanded away leaving a thick black stripe in its place. According to the Toronto Cyclists Union the stripe is to soon be replaced by sharrows:
What's Up with Spadina – where'd that lane go?
Many of you will have noticed that the 'gutter lane', the white stripe that ran along the edge of the curb lane all the way along Spadina Ave., was scrubbed off the roadway about two weeks ago. Please note that this was done in order to prepare the roadway for the application of Sharrows on most of Spadina, and full bike lanes where the road widens enough to fit them in at Spadina circle.
The City has not been able to provide us with a specific application date, but we have been assured that they will be implemented before the end of the season.
What are sharrows you ask? Here's what the City of Toronto has to say:
1. What is a shared lane pavement marking, or "sharrow"?
Sharrow is short-form for "shared lane pavement marking". This pavement marking includes a bicycle symbol and two white chevrons.
2. What do these sharrow markings mean for cyclists?
Sharrows are used to indicate where cyclists should ride in a travel lane.
- For safety reasons, cyclists should ride one metre from the curb to avoid debris and sewer grates.
- In lanes that are too narrow for cyclists and motorists to travel side-by-side, cyclists should ride in the centre of the lane to discourage motorists from passing too closely.
- Where there is on-street parking, cyclists should ride one metre from parked cars to avoid the "door zone".
Although it is the motorist's and/or passenger's responsibility to look first before opening their door, riding too close to parked cars can lead to serious injuries that can be avoided.
Sharrows are also used through intersections and some merge zones to support straight-line cycling and to increase the visibility of cyclists.
3. What do these sharrow markings mean for motorists?
Sharrow markings are used to remind drivers to share the road with cyclists. Sharing the road means you should:
- only pass a cyclist where there is enough room to to do safely (at least one metre between motorist and cyclist),
- reduce your speed when passing a cyclist, and
- watch for cyclists when making lane changes and turns.
Be aware that cyclists are vulnerable to different hazards than drivers (e.g. minor pot holes and debris), so give them space to manouvre. Even where there are no sharrows or bike lanes, motorists should always share the road.
4. Where can I expect to see these sharrow markings?
Sharrows are used in curb lanes, either adjacent to the curb or parked cars. You will also see sharrows painted in the middle of narrow lanes where there is not enough room for a cyclist and motorist to travel side-by-side. Sharrow markings are also used through intersections and areas where traffic merges, such as at highway on-ramps or intersections with multiple turning lanes. Sharrows are mostly found downtown where there are the greatest number of cyclists.
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This large painting is one of a series of nine pictures (eight of similar size and a smaller one depicting Hercules and Dejanira ) by Sebastiano, which are still housed in their original location. Recently, critics have agreed that Pietro Gabrielli, the owner of Palazzo Taverna, commissioned these works from the Belluno painter in 1717, when he married a noblewoman, Maria Teresa di Valvasone, in Venice. Most of the paintings — with the exception of Apollo and Pan before King Midas , which represents ineptitude punished, and the legend of Hercules and Dejanira , which proves that mere intellect is no defence against feminine seduction, which leads to death — are mythological love scenes. This is a detail that perfectly fits the occasion for their commissioning.
The imposing interpretation of The Rape of Europa — in which we see the tale told by Ovid in his Metamorphoses (the nymph abducted by Zeus, who appears in the form of a bull) comes from a careful study by Sebastiano of Paolo Veronese's work, particularly the painting of a similar subject which was brought to the Palazzo Ducale by the Contarinis in 1713. In the Roman painting, Sebastiano's mature work can be clearly seen in the scenographic composition which dramatically places the figures in the foreground, in the fluid spread of luminous, variegated colour with no chiaroscuro depth, and in the elegance of the figures, which are perfectly in tune with the finest expression of international Rococo.
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Jump right in with both feet Roger, and maybe Rush will include you among those he intends to go after with his law suit. Then you'll have your 15 minutes of fame you so long for.
Always predictable, you never fail to fall in step with anything you 'think sounds good' to your pathetic reasoning. As stated by many on this board, you'll never disappoint us by seeking any factual info before posting.
Oh, I keep forgetting, you are an 'independant'. Another SIIC-O that's so obvious it's laughable. 777 must be proud to be in your circle.
When the one you love becomes a memory, that memory becomes a treasure.
CNN and Sanchez will need to find their sources for that quote very soon to use in court. I figure the law suit will be atleast $250,000,000 min and Rush is going to win. Liberal journalism, regurgitate crap you heard from a blog as truth and tar your enemy with it. Lazy Baskards can't even do their own homework.
"Do more than is required of you"
General George S. Patton
When the courts get done with the bloviators who attribute the phony quotes to Rush I hope they award tons of damages for the libel or slander(I am not a lawyer, Deo Gratia). It is sickening the way the govt run media seeks to distort the truth about Conservatives.
Bob Gutermuth
Canvasback Chesapeakes
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Will basically be impossible for him to win a libel/slander case since he is a public figure. Public figures have an assumed risk of being libeled or slandered against and you have to prove huge damages to be able to win a case. He won't win, I predict
How much damage will being removed from the bidding potentially cost Rush? I hope he succeeds in suing the jerks who are dragging his name thru the mud.
Bob Gutermuth
Canvasback Chesapeakes
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By Errol Castens/NEMS Daily Journal
OXFORD – Bill Henning began Feb. 4 as the new administrator of Baptist Memorial Hospital-North Mississippi. A former resident of Athens, Ga., he already feels a connection with the quintessential Southern university town.
"I'm really looking forward to settling here. I want to put down deep roots," he said. "Oxford was a good fit, from the professional, personal and family side."
Henning takes over leadership of the hospital at a time of great transition. Land clearing has already begun on a nearly 160-acre site just west of the existing hospital. Beginning next year, construction will commence on a new facility to replace the current one, which dates back to the early 1960s.
"It's a very exciting time. Jim Ainsworth and the guys before him did a good job of dealing with the fireworks, so I get to come to the fun part," Henning said.
It's also a time when the regional referral center, which serves patients from several north Mississippi counties, is working to enhance its standing. After decades of being a source of pride for the community, Baptist has suffered occasional disappointing rankings in recent years.
"All hospitals are being rated on everything from patient safety, quality of care, patient satisfaction, to patients' perceptions of customer service," Henning said. "Baptist is no different, from a system standpoint and as a local hospital. There's a great deal of work going on for providing an atmosphere of optimal care, patient satisfaction and high safety."
He added that the disconcerting marks are actually less recent than the public may realize.
"They (measure) a rolling 12 months, and that rolling 12 months is always at least 18 months behind," he said. "You can have something that happened two-and-a-half years ago, and they're still building it into the scores."
Henning said despite the excitement about the facility that will open in 2016 or 2017, the hospital staff must keep its focus on delivering care in the current facility.
"One of the things I asked when I was coming here was, 'Are we spending the money we need to, to reinvest in the hospital?'" he said. "That's being done. They have put together the budgets to be sure this facility maintains its [usefulness]."
Henning said while the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act – commonly known as Obamacare – will change health care, just how those changes will play out remains yet to be seen.
One sure change, he said, is the dizzying development of new technologies.
"Fifteen years ago, if you had your gall bladder out, you probably stayed in the hospital several days," Henning said. "Now, you may not necessarily stay overnight."
What will remain the same, he said, is that health care will remain a people profession.
"Every day, we get to affect people's lives in profound ways," Henning said.


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We're calling it – drum roll, please – Three Steps to Style, and it's all about offering our customers the bespoke luxury they expect from Crane & Co. while making the ordering process wonderfully easy and cost-savvy. How great is that?
Crane Enthusiasts have two options, both starting with three simple steps and ending in 50 notes or correspondence cards for $99. That's about a 40 percent savings, which means you'll have money left over for those charming thank-you notes you've been eyeing.
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Before we chat with today's author, I want to announce that the winner of the signed copy of Roseanna White's novel, Love Finds You in Annapolis, Maryland, is:
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Congratulations! I'll contact you today for your snail mail address, and we'll get your book to you right away. I encourage readers to keep commenting and/or subscribe at right (above my list of books) in order to participate in future book give-aways!
Now let's chat with novelist Susan Sleeman, author of The Christmas Witness (Love Inspired, December 2011).
Susan Sleeman is a best-selling author of inspirational romantic suspense and mystery novels. She grew up in a small Wisconsin town where she spent her summers reading Nancy Drew and developing a love of mystery and suspense books. Today, she channels this enthusiasm into writing romantic suspense and mystery novels and hosting the popular internet website TheSuspenseZone.com.
Susan currently lives in Florida, but has had the pleasure of living in nine states. Her husband is a church music director and they have two beautiful daughters, a very special son-in-law and an adorable grandson.
Please tell us five random things we might not know about you.
--Not only have I lived in nine states, but I actually lived in Texas twice.
--I am our church librarian.
--One day when my husband was at work I decided to remodel the upstairs of our house and took out all the walls before he came home that night.
--I used to have so many Christmas decorations it would take several days to put them all out.
--I love to bake.
I absolutely love the take-down-the-walls item. That should be in a book.
Please tell us a bit more about the plot of The Christmas Witness.
When a criminal threatened to kill Megan Cash if she testified against him, she didn't back down. Years later, he's out of jail and ready for revenge against Megan and her daughter. The only one who can protect them is the former FBI agent who broke Megan's heart.
But Reid Morgan isn't the same man—he's now a widowed father with a harrowing past . . . and a heart more guarded than ever. Still, he's the only one who believes Megan when she says she's in danger. Because someone wants to make this a Christmas she won't live long enough to forget.
What is it about Megan and Reid that will make your readers care about them?
Both Megan and Reid have faced having loves ones deal with cancer. Reid's wife lost her battle and Megan's daughter is still battling the disease. I think this makes both of them very real characters that we all can identify with as we all know someone with cancer and what a heart-wrenching struggle that can be. We can empathize with the pain and sadness they both have endured and want them to find some peace in their lives.
If you were the casting director for the film version of your novel, who would play your lead roles?
Megan would be played by Kelli Giddish.
Reid would be played by Bailey Chase.
Many authors—including multi-published authors—have started taking their out-of-print books and even original books straight to e-books, which they've essentially self-published. What are your thoughts about the idea? Have you done it, or are you likely to?
This month I am e-publishing Nipped in the Bud, my cozy mystery that released from Barbour in 2010. This will be published in a group effort with other cozy mystery authors and we have given the line of mysteries the name Spyglass Lane Mysteries. I think this is a great opportunity for authors to provide readers with books that they can no longer get in traditional form. Also, many readers today read only on e-readers and by publishing this book it allows those readers to read it as well. And as a wonderful bonus the book will release for only .99 and then retail at 2.99. A price point any reader can love.
What is the last book you read that you would recommend?
The last book I read that I can recommend is Died in the Wool, by Elizabeth Ludwig and Janelle Mowery. This is a light-hearted, yet very well written cozy mystery that keeps the reader interested through the whole book and doesn't have a lot of gore or violence that mysteries sometimes have.
What are you working on now?
I just finished the edits on the first book in a new series I am writing for Love Inspired Suspense and I'm busy writing the second book in the series. This series is called The Justice Agency – Law enforcement and family go hand in hand. It's about five adopted siblings who work in various fields of law enforcement until their adoptive parents are murdered. When the police can't figure out who killed their beloved parents the Justice siblings come together to solve the case. They discover in the process that they like working together and they form an investigative agency called The Justice Agency. They dedicate the agency to helping people who traditional law enforcement is either unable or unwilling to help. Double Exposure, the first book of this series will release in June 2012 and Dead Wrong will release in November 2012.
Where else can readers find you online?
Readers can visit me at my website , Facebook page or Twitter
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Finally, what question would you like to ask my readers?
Since my book is a Christmas book, my mind has been on Christmas for months. When do you begin thinking about Christmas and what is the first thing you do to prepare for the holiday?
Thank you, Susan, for visiting with us and telling us about your novel. Readers, Susan has offered to give a signed copy of her book to the winner of our drawing on Monday, December 19. To enter, leave a comment below in answer to Susan's question, above. "Please enter me" won't get you entered. Leave your email address, in case you win, like so: trish[at]trishperry[dot]com.
Be sure to check out my post about the raffle for Sandi Rog and my interview with Jill Elizabeth Nelson, below. Leave an appropriate comment at the bottom of Jill's post to enter the drawing for signed copy of her book.
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Overseas Aero Tours is Marathon's Newest Sightseeing Adventure
Marathon's newest sightseeing venture, Overseas Aero Tours, provides a unique opportunity to see the Florida Keys from a vintage WWII biplane. During the company's biplane rides for two, passengers can view the historic and contemporary bridges connecting the islands of the Florida Keys and spot marine life such as fish, sharks, rays and dolphins in the clear shallow waters below.
Highlights include a bird's eye view of Marathon, Pigeon Key, Sombrero Lighthouse and the historic Seven Mile Bridge. Rides combine history and nature in a memorable, fascinating adventure for Keys visitors.
Overseas Aero Tours is a family-run endeavor. Pilots are Captain Brad Neat, who began Keys seaplane tours in 1993, and former Continental Airlines pilot Captain Evan Doumis. Both pilots are certified flight instructors and can provide flight training for those interested.
Excursion prices start at $110 for two people and range from eight-to-10-minute tours to 60-minute flights. Overseas Aero Tours' biplane is located at the Florida Keys/Marathon International Airport, mile marker (MM) 52.2 gulfside.
For information, visit www.overseasaerotours.com and for reservations call 305-304-0015.


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Orchestra features soloists, April 27-28
Posted April 19, 2007; 05:34 p.m.
The Princeton University Orchestra will feature three co-winners of its 2007 concerto competition, along with Gustav Mahler's Symphony No. 1, at 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, April 27-28, in Richardson Auditorium, Alexander Hall.
The orchestra will perform the annual Stuart B. Mindlin Memorial Concerts under the direction of Michael Pratt.
Senior Ben Smolen will play the Concerto for Flute and Strings by Jean Rivier, senior Crista Kende will play Paul Hindemith's "Mourning Music" for viola and strings, and sophomore Jocelyn Drummond will play Sergei Prokofiev's Piano Concerto No. 1. After intermission the orchestra will close its regular season with the Mahler piece.
"This year's concerto competition struck a rich lode, with five winners in all," said Pratt, noting that the other two winners, seniors Jennifer Hsiao and Caroline-Ami Connolly, performed with the orchestra at its March concert. "As always, the happenchance combination has yielded a delightful program -- a combination of French, German and Russian works, ending with Mahler's first 'hit' and still most popular work, his titanic and joyous First Symphony."
Smolen is majoring in music and in Slavic languages and literatures. He has performed on the National Public Radio show "From the Top" with pianist Christopher O'Riley.
Kende is a history major and part of the music performance certificate program. In 1997, she formed the Kende Trio with her sisters, Alexis on violin and Daniela on cello. They have played for the late Pope John Paul II in Rome and have been featured on ABC-TV's "20/20" and on CBS-TV's "60 Minutes" performing works by young composers.
Drummond won first prize at the New York Music Competition for Young Artists and the Young Artists Piano Showcase, and has performed at Carnegie Hall.
Tickets to the concerts are $18 for general admission, $15 for senior citizens and $5 for students. They are available at the Frist Campus Center and Richardson Auditorium ticket offices or online through University Ticketing at www.princeton.edu/utickets.


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At the end of last year, a series of high profile local suicides elevated the issue of depression and bi-polar disorder in our metro.
In October, John McClure, the gregarious young executive chef and owner of Starkers Restaurant took his own life.
He struggled privately for years. Starting this week on The Local Show, we begin a four-part series from KCPT producer Sandy Woodson that tracks the issues surrounding suicide awareness and depression, the impact on survivors and the importance of early intervention.
When we were putting this series together, we were cautioned about the language we used in setting up these video pieces. We received this memo from the experts we worked with: "Please if you can stay away from saying someone "committed suicide" there is recognition that "commit" is stigmatizing. We think of "commit a crime" and suicide is not a crime. It is an act to end a life of unbearable pain. More sensitive language: "the person died by suicide" or "the person died of suicide." We'll remember this memo in all of our coverage from now on. You can see part two of our four part series on suicide and depression on The Local Show on February 9.
A reminder that the national suicide prevention line is 1-800-273-TALK (8255).
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Is There a New Species of Whale in the Gulf of Mexico?
Posted On April 5, 2013 by Alexis Baldera
Not quite a new species, but the population of sperm whales in the Gulf is distinctly different from their relatives. So different that last week, in response to a petition from WildEarth Guardians, the National Marine Fisheries Service announced that it will be taking a closer look at sperm whales in the Gulf of Mexico in order to determine if they should be protected under the Endangered Species Act. Sperm whales across the world are already listed as an endangered species, but this new designation will recognize the Gulf population as a distinct group and protect and monitor it separately from the global population.
There are characteristics of sperm whales in the Gulf that may be sufficient to classify them as a distinct group. Gulf sperm whales do not leave the Gulf and are generally smaller and use different vocalizations (probably learned culturally) than other sperm whales. Gulf sperm whales also face Gulf-specific threats such as oil and gas development, high levels of shipping traffic and noise, potential effects from the BP Deepwater Horizon oil spill, and water quality degradation near the mouth of the Mississippi River. As shown on the map above, the area southeast of the Mississippi River Delta is important for sperm whales. The outflow of nutrients from the river, upwelling along the continental slope and eddies from Gulf currents create unique ecological conditions that make this a productive area where sperm whales go to find food and potentially mates.


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UTSA Spotlight: Assistant Professor Leslie Raymond tries to shred the contemporary video art envelope
By Cindy Brockwell
Special Projects Writer
(Dec. 17, 2008)--Maybe it's in the genes. Leslie Raymond's parents are artists back home in Michigan. A video artist, she is assistant professor of new media in the Department of Art and Art History. She came to UTSA to build a new media program. Introduction to New Media is now a required course for B.F.A. students.
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Raymond grew up in suburban Detroit. She believes that all art students need exposure to the basics -- drawing, painting and sculpture -- so they can discover where their interests lie.
She received her B.F.A. in film and video from Rhode Island School of Design in 1990 and an M.F.A. from the University of Michigan School of Art and Design in 1999.
She was working as an adjunct lecturer at the Ann Arbor campus when she started her search for a full-time position. When she first read about the new media position at UTSA, she felt that the job description was written specifically for her.
Raymond was leery at first about moving to Texas, but she's glad she did. She is enjoying both San Antonio and UTSA. "I'm so impressed with my students," said Raymond. "They're very enthusiastic and work really hard at it."
She teaches video and digital media. "I want my students to stay positive with their work -- to give something back that has value for society."
Raymond recently had a solo show called "LANDSCAPES" at Blue Star Contemporary Art Center. The idea for the exhibit came to her as she was in the woods at her parents' home during a visit to Michigan last summer.
"I get my inspiration from my surroundings... just being in the world. I'll take my video camera out and see what images excite me," she said.
She also performs her art with husband/collaborator Jason Jay Stevens as Potter-Belmar Labs. San Antonio Current editor Elaine Wolff wrote that "the duo has shredded the contemporary video art envelope beyond recognition."
Raymond maintains a busy performance/exhibition schedule. She received a MetLife Creative Connections Meet the Composers grant that funded her West Coast tour last May.
"Art work is research in the world of academia, so I go after grant funding just as the professors in the sciences do," she explained. Instead of looking through a microscope, however, Raymond may produce video shorts that are shown at festivals across the globe.
Both her solo and collaborative films and videos have been presented at festivals in Australia, Switzerland and Argentina.
Fun Facts: Leslie Raymond's favorites
- Music: her husband's compositions, hip-hop, electronic, older jazz and classic rock
- Movie: David Lynch's "Inland Empire" starring Laura Dern


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