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18 Dec Donations of over £100,000 Presented to various charities
Members of Surrey Freemasons, their partners and representatives of various charities made up an audience of over 100 recently gathered at the Croydon Masonic Centre to join with the head of the Order Ian Chandler as he made presentations to fifteen local charities.
Over £100,000 was donated to local charities. From donations by the members in Surrey, and also some substantial grants from The Masonic Charitable Foundation specifically for the benefit of various Surrey Charities.
Spokesman for the Surrey Provincial Charity Committee, Nick Parsons, said: "This is the thirteenth such presentation event organised by the Surrey for Surrey Scheme, which pools together donations from members of different Freemasons Lodges and Chapters across Surrey, in an effort to make a significant impact for each charity.
With over 120 lodges and chapters represented at this presentation. All this money has been raised by the members and their families." Since the start of this scheme a sum over £1 million has been donated to 130 various charities.
Local charities present on this occasion were:
- The Woking & Sam Beare Hospices
- Shooting Star Chase
- Princess Alice Hospice
- Brooklands School
- Kent Surrey and Sussex Air Ambulance
- MacMillan Cancer Support
- Diamond Riding Centre
- The Prostate Project
- The Royal Marsden Hospital
- Music in Hospitals
- Age UK Merton
- Cruse Bereavement
- Home-Start Sutton
All of whom spoke eloquently when giving details of their wonderful work.


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The Vacaville Planning Commission will receive an update on the ongoing process to modernize the city's Land Use and Development Code at Tuesday's meeting.
The code is undergoing its first comprehensive update since 1996, which is being prepared by the city's consulting firm, Lisa Wise Consulting (LWC) out of San Francisco. According to a staff report by Community Development Director Barton Brierly, LWC has completed the next phase of the project, which includes a preliminary draft of non-residential development standards as well as regulations for overlay zoning districts.
The standards include principles for agriculture, ag hillside, commercial, Industrial Park and public/semi-public zoning districts. Such development standards include items like setbacks, the size of buildings, building heights as well as general site and building design standards affecting the intensity and appearance of new development, Brierly wrote.
The documents also go over rules for overlay zoning districts, which are applied to specific situations where modification of uses or development standards are appropriate. Such situations could involve geographic areas or conditions where special provisions are needed in addition to regular zoning categories.
"Examples include regulations that are placed over properties in hillside areas or on lands within close proximity of Nut Tree Airport," Brierly wrote.
LWC will provide an overview of both topics at Tuesday's meeting, which will be preceded by an open house going over the standards. City and LWC staff will be on hand during the open house to speak directly with people interested in the project and code. The open house will run from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. in the Public Safety Training Room at City Hall, 630 Merchant St.
The Planning Commission meeting will start at 7 p.m. Tuesday at the Vacaville Educational Services Center, 401 Nut Tree Road. All city meetings will be held at this location throughout October as the Council Chambers are being renovated to accommodate a new audiovisual system.
For more information on the draft code update, visit vacavillecodeup.com/.http://visit vacavillecodeup.com/.

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Toronto emcee Jame$ Lean gets wavy and slick with the track "Pray For Me" produced by Raybeats. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cPSU9ZAf_yo Lean spits a smooth R&B style flow in this track. The vocal effects aren't overdone, and the inflection Lean utilizes helps bring life to the track, complementing the unique beat. Raybeats did a great job putting … Continue reading [Audio] Jame$ Lean – Pray For Me (Prod. By Raybeats)
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[Audio] Jame$ Lean – UP (Prod. By ICEKRIM)
Jame$ Lean keeps the energy elevated with the track "UP" produced by Icekrim. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hckdzkc_8TM First off, the hook for this song is catchy as hell. The echo is clean and not overdone, and if you're listening with headcans the left-to-right alternation of Lean's vocals delivering the hook is a pleasantly "trippy" experience. Icekrim's production … Continue reading [Audio] Jame$ Lean – UP (Prod. By ICEKRIM)
[Audio Track] Jimmy Yitty – "Sailor Moon" (Prod. by Truth Willis)
Toronto emcee Jimmy Yitty gives us an oddly amazing juxtaposition of vocal style and beats atmosphere with the track "Sailor Moon" produced by Truth Willis. Yitty's grimy, School Boy Q esque vocals blend well with the uniquely mixed and lighthearted beat. Shying away from the common hard and obvious trap style, the beat feels melodic … Continue reading [Audio Track] Jimmy Yitty – "Sailor Moon" (Prod. by Truth Willis)
[Audio Track] Antagonist Dragonspit – "Formula 18" (Prod. by Dib Stacks)
Hailing from Norfolk, Virginia, Antagonist Dragonspit delivers quality fire with the track "Formula 18". Produced by Dib Stacks, the beat is reminiscent of classic 90's east coast instrumentals you would find on albums such as Nas's Illmatic or Jay-Z's Reasonable Doubt. Dragon's vocals are clear and on point, and there were moments on the delivery of certain … Continue reading [Audio Track] Antagonist Dragonspit – "Formula 18" (Prod. by Dib Stacks)
[VIDEO] Boonie Baby feat. Knee High – Took A L (Dir. by Steven Hanley)
Alabama emcee Boonie Baby sends a strong message with his smooth southern drawl style delivery in the music video for "Took A L" directed by Steven Hanley. https://www.facebook.com/Boonie.Baby/videos/10100782628334114/ The track was initially released as part of the Mansa Musa mixtape hosted by DJ Smallz back in November of 2017, and the new video gives life … Continue reading [VIDEO] Boonie Baby feat. Knee High – Took A L (Dir. by Steven Hanley)
[AUDIO] Geoff English Feat. Merkules – TheSpacebarBroke
Red Deer, AB artist Geoff English recently linked up with fellow SDK member Merkules to deliver another banger. Trap-inspired with a late night creeping feel, Geoff and Merkules deliver verses over a dark and sinister beat. SDK have had a pretty big year in 2016 and as we gear up for the end of the … Continue reading [AUDIO] Geoff English Feat. Merkules – TheSpacebarBroke
[VIDEO] Robbie G Feat. Merkules – Nothing To Do With Me
Guelph, ON artist Robbie G is gearing up to release what could be the biggest album of his career. Fresh off a cross-country tour, Robbie recently released the monstrous Swollen Members-assisted Funhouse this past Monday. Following it is a track featuring SDK member Merkules and production from long-time collaborator Young K. Nothing To Do With Me is a … Continue reading [VIDEO] Robbie G Feat. Merkules – Nothing To Do With Me
[VIDEO] Fortunato – Johnsonville (Dir. By Good Guy Pictures)
Toronto, ON based Fortunato returns with a brand new video produced by Juliano with cuts by DJ IV and directed by Good Guy Pictures. Johnsonville is a gritty warning to those who perpretrate a lifestyle that they don't live. A fresh cut from 2 Bad Dudes, a duo project from Fortunato and DJ IV. When combined, a … Continue reading [VIDEO] Fortunato – Johnsonville (Dir. By Good Guy Pictures)
[VIDEO] SonReal – Hot Air Balloon (Dir. By Peter Huang)
Vancouver, BC artist SonReal recently released a new video from his latest project, The Name EP . A fun pop-driven track produced by Rahki with a Peter Huang-directed video, Hot Air Balloon is as fun to listen to as it is to listen too. SonReal has had a fantastic year and we can only imagine what's in store! Check out Hot … Continue reading [VIDEO] SonReal – Hot Air Balloon (Dir. By Peter Huang)
[AUDIO] Mark Jordan Feat. Sinister Binky – Problem (Prod. By Dummy Beats)
Mississauga, ON rapper Mark Jordan was recently released from incarceration after serving a year in Maplehurst Correctional and has returned to music with a bang! After releasing Rep For The GP, a deadly cut produced by Dummy Beats, Mark returns with an equally energetic serving of music. Dummy Beats provides the soundscape for Mark, who brings … Continue reading [AUDIO] Mark Jordan Feat. Sinister Binky – Problem (Prod. By Dummy Beats)


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"Three measures of Gordon's, one of vodka, half a measure of Kina Lillet. Shake it very well until it's ice-cold, then add a large thin slice of lemon-peel." – James Bond
Immortalizing the most famous cocktail in history, 007 does two things correctly: he subversively asks for it to be shaken, most likely to dilute the formidable combination of gin and vodka. Secondly, he understands the necessity of nuance and balance when bringing several elements together to work interconnectedly.
If ROS is a martini, then its components are the bartender and lemon garnish. Like an ecosystem, Kinesis illustrates this interconnectivity through its collaborative, one-to-many-control system design. In fact, this interconnectivity is called an "ecosystem" – a "system of products or platforms that are complemented by applications."
Where ROS Moves In
Often used for the purposes of solving complex problems through the use of connected robotics technologies, and gaining in popularity:
"The Robot Operating System (ROS) is a flexible framework for writing robot software. It is a collection of tools, libraries, and conventions that aim to simplify the task of creating complex and robust robot behavior across a wide variety of robotic platforms."
Transcending its R&D roots and making waves in the commercial, industrial and military markets, ROS is gaining momentum in the robotics community. As an open-source tool, it equips users with the means to optimize communications, sensors, develop and visualization tools and equips the community with repositories for code management and functionality. View our Brief Introduction to ROS for a reminder on ROS basics.
Exploring the Ecosystem
Operating at the micro-level, nodes are the building blocks in the ROS ecosystem. Organized along a pre-designed path, nodes are the catalyst of communication, transmitting data between software and hardware. Utilizing the publish/subscribe messaging protocol, nodes communicate with each other over topics. Though the nodes themselves are unaware which counterpart will receive the information, they subscribe to the relevant topic that contains the information they requested. Publishing the results of their data, nodes are vital in the communication between hardware and software.
Zooming out to the macro level, nodes are gathered into packages and subsequently, meta-packages. As the name suggests, packages are rich with information about the packages themselves, formatted in Extensible Markup Language (XML), for the user and machine readability. Packages include information like its name, its version, a brief description, its author(s), licenses, etc.
If the "thin slice of lemon peel" is the ecosystem's communicable nodes, then the bartender is the wise and ever-knowing fount of repositories and online resources for the ROS community. Comprehensive in its scope, www.ros.org provides its visitors with encyclopedic information on ROS architecture in the form of a wiki, FAQ's, blog entries, and countless other features. As a repository host, www.github.com provides packages, core stacks, code review, among other features to equip its user base with a universal language in the development of ROS-built technology.
The Ecosystem in Action
Zooming out to see the big picture of the ecosystem could be overwhelming, but consider the capability of Kinesis to seamlessly incorporate robotics into your workflow through intuitive and affordable solutions. Operating within every layer of the ROS ecosystem, Kinesis streamlines the collaboration between unmanned systems to allow robots and unmanned systems to be used as the functional tools they were envisaged to be – driving productivity and safety across a large variety of use cases in disparate markets.


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God has been so good in working out details in the transition of Pastors for FBC. I had been concerned for sometime about who would replace me as Pastor of this Church. Some might argue that to be the Lord's business and it definitely is. It would not be right for a pastor to spend over a quarter of a century at a church and not be concerned about its future. Many pastors simply resign and walk away, causing disruption in that ministry. God has allowed us to make a relatively smooth transition.
Bro. Steeves had a burden for this area while serving the Lord in Iowa. When some doors closed there, he began seeking the Lord's will. Meanwhile Pastor Metts was praying for a replacement that truly would have a heart for a small town, small church. Then the two burdens met and the two men met. It did not take long for both to see God's hand working in their lives and that He is still Lord of FBC.
One outstanding thing is that many of the active people of FBC had known Bro. Steeves from his teen years as he grew up in a near by town.
For the past several months, we have spent time transferring the pertinent details of the Church business and town connections. I would have given my right arm to have such when I took FBC in 1986. My predecessor was taken too quickly. I am only most grateful that he left the church in good condition.
As we have discussed opinions, convictions and personal preferences I have come to the conclusion that there are still some in the younger generation who can still hold to the same tenets of the faith that I have found strong. I am convinced that Bro. Adam will not lead FBC off on a different course. On the other hand, he is not a clone of me, so, he will take the Church forward from here with his own leadership in which I have full confidence.
In these times, perhaps the greatest physical need a young pastor has is a strong family base. Again, I am convinced that Bro. Adam has that to a high caliber. His wife, Hannah, loves the Lord both in conversation and her lifestyle. She carries an inner peace that few women today have. She loves and is devoted to her husband and will make a wonderful helpmeet to him.
Their children are remarkable. All four of the children are obedient to their parents and have willing hearts to do and be what God would have them be. As grandparents twelve times over my wife and I are both more than willing to add these 4 to our list and be proud of them. The older ones readily took on responsibilities when they walked in the door. No doubt as they grow older, they will be wonderful assets to the ministry of FBC.
I am leaving a small church in number but one with great potential. We as a small congregation, weathered a storm and God has brought us through. Our people have been faithful and many of them have stepped up to a need and filled it by the grace and help of God. I will always be thankful when I remember those who took hold of a duty to God and did well.
My challenge to FBC is to realize that their new pastor is also a human being like all pastors. He needs prayer. God has his hand upon him and has literally put him into this ministry. He needs support. Every church member should step forward to follow this man as he follows the Lord. His leadership will be transparent and with full faith in God, the Church can trust his decisions and convictions. Together, in harmony, great things can be accomplished both here and abroad, by a Church united in its determination to be true to God and His word.
Every member must be totally committed to the ministry and minister of FBC. Your positive spirit and devotion will be one of the strongest forces to encourage others to come through your doors and be enlisted into the work of Jesus Christ.
My prayer and hope for FBC is that it will prosper each day.
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Congress approves $2.1B for Veterans Affairs aid
Congress has approved $2.1 billion in emergency aid for the Department of Veterans Affairs to fill a budget hole in the ailing private-sector Choice program that threatened to delay medical care for hundreds of thousands of veterans.
The money was included in the year-end temporary spending bill. It will avert a shutdown of Choice, which allows veterans to receive government-paid care from private doctors outside the VA system.
VA Secretary David Shulkin had warned that the program would run out of money next month, with a "dramatic impact" on veterans care if Congress didn't provide emergency money by year's end.
Congress is seeking to overhaul Choice, a campaign priority of President Donald Trump's. But lawmakers haven't been able to reach a longer-term agreement because of rising costs and concerns over privatizing VA.


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Aikido can be many things to many different people. For some, it is a Budo, a martial way of life. For others, it's a hobby to pass the time. For yet others, it's a means of physical fitness.
Using music as a metaphor for martial arts, to me, aikido is like jazz. It's fairly new (less than 100 years old), but has roots in much older arts (like aikijutsu) that might be considered more like blues. I consider striking arts more like rock and roll, MMA (mixed martial arts) is like speed metal, and Tai Chi like classical music. There is no art that is "better" or "more effective", there are only different personal tastes. All arts have value to their practitioners.
Aikido schools with chief instructors teach their own singular version of jazz. Some teach acid jazz, others fusion jazz, maybe big band jazz, or even instrumental jazz. All are valid styles, but at most other schools, only one version is taught and that style is expected to be learned and recited.
At the Seattle School of Aikido, as a cooperative school with instructors from varying backgrounds, students are taught to find their own version of jazz, not to just copy the instructor's version. We want students to take responsibility for their own training, and to find their own way. We want everyone to know the basics, but we allow everyone's personal style to ultimately become manifest for themselves.
For me, I am working on my aikido to be like smooth jazz: comfortable and soft, simple yet soulful. No extra notes, no flashy phrases, just enjoyable music for those with or without training in music appreciation. I have taken my influences from a number of sources (aikido and non-aikido alike), and ultimately come up with my own style. As I continue to practice, I constantly evolve. Can you hear the notes I could but don't choose to play?
That is my Aikido, my quest for smooth jazz.
Please, come jam with us.


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Hi Jim, Thanks for offering your label printer and label stock. Can I pay for shipping? Size & weight? We are receiving mail and packages at 118 E Hancock, PO Box 1469, Milledgeville, GA 31059.
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Hi Jim;
I joined this forum just a couple of days ago. I posted some picks of a bunch of extra parts I have from my 2002 VL 1500 in the Parts/Accessories Info section but was informed by another member that this may be against your policy. How should I let members know they are available? Thanks in advance. Great Forum by the way.
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Introduce participants to the disasters that are common and possible in Florida, the agencies that respond to these disasters, the need for the State and County Agricultural Response Teams (SART and CART) and provide oversight to the training event and modules composing it.
Agriculture and Consumer Services, Division of Animal Industry, Tallahassee, FL This publication provides guidance and material for those implementing a County SART training event. This toolkit can be used in conjunction with all the current lesson plans available for training.
This publication provides guidance and material for those implementing a County SART training event. This toolkit can be used in conjunction with all the current lesson plans available for training.
Introduce participants to Florida's aquaculture industry and describe the roles different agencies have in Florida aquaculture.
Aquaculture may be Florida's least known, important commodity. This unit introduces participants to diseases that can affect aquatic animals in Florida's aquaculture industry.
Aquaculture may be Florida's least known, important commodity. This unit introduces participants to needs and procedures in helping an aquaculture facility respond to a man-made or natural disaster.
This activity provides an opportunity to analyze a fictional emergency management and quarantine situation at an aquaculture facility. Participants can enhance their knowledge and critical thinking skills needed to assist in an emergency situation.
Recommend ways to plan on a personal level for pets in disasters.
Introduce participants to sheltering options for pets in mass evacuations.
This fact sheet was prepared by the University of Florida Extension Service and the Florida State Agricultural Response Team (SART), which is a group of agencies dedicated to effectively communicating and planning for animals and agriculture in disasters.
Identify community needs and resources for dealing with pets in disasters and help participants plan a workshop on an action plan for pets in disasters.
Conduct an organizational meeting for a community committee for pets in disaster and begin developing an action plan for the committee.
This unit will assist in organizing a pet-friendly evacuation shelter guided by best practices developed through experience with real disasters.
The purpose of this unit is to introduce trainees to basic concepts of the main components of emergency first aid for small animals: animal behavior, treatment practices, and emergency management procedures. The top priority in the emergency care of animals is always the safety of human caretakers.
An overview of Florida's remarkably diverse horse and livestock industries, their relative sizes and contributions to the state's economy.
Foreign animal diseases pose a special danger to Florida agriculture. These dangers are discussed, nine specific diseases are described, and some methods of farm security are recommended..
Emergency management of large animals during a disaster requires a basic understanding of animal behavior, emergency management procedures, and preparedness. The top priority is always the safety of human caretakers.
Biosecurity for the Florida Producer is crucial for developing effective prevention measures to preserve agriculture through an increased understanding of industry vulnerability, premises and worker security, animal protection, prevention activities, and emergency procedures.
Subject: Introduce participants to the U. S. Dept. of Agriculture's Farm Service Agency (FSA) and the programs it oversees.
To empower team members with a basic understanding of the USDA's Farm Service Agency so that they will better recognize those who may benefit from FSA programs.
Subject: Introduce participants to the scope and extent of plant agriculture in Florida
Empower participants with the background knowledge to assess their community's agricultural characteristics; this understanding will help them develop action plans for potentially hazardous situations.
Introduce basic concepts about climate, specifically the El Nino and La Nina phenomena and their impact on southeastern United States. Introduce participants to the AgClimate Web site and the tools it provides.
Florida is a "sentinel state" for exotic plants, animals and insects. A variety of exotic insect pests is now present in Florida with potential to do great harm to the state's agriculture. The state is on guard to prevent others from entering.
Plant sectors in Florida's economy face multiple imported exotic disease threats: citrus with the potentially devastating citrus greening; soybeans with soybean rust; and both nursery plants and outdoor oak trees with sudden oak death.
Introduce the basic concepts of packing and shipping plant and insect samples for laboratory analysis.
The purpose of this unit is to introduce basic concepts about identification and preservation of crime scenes, evidence collection, and chain of custody issues to individuals not directly involved in law enforcement or crime investigation
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One of my favorite things to work on with coaching clients is finding their life purpose. I know how exhilarating life becomes once you discover why you were born. It gives your life a whole new meaning.
God created you for a divine purpose that no one else can fulfill. He has a special assignment for your life, which you were designed to complete. Have you taken the time to discover what that is?
You may think you're waiting on God, but God is waiting on you.
He asked the prophet, Jeremiah, "What do you see?" He asks you the same question today. What do you see? What is your vision for your life? In other words, what do you dream about accomplishing? (Jeremiah 1:11)
Your life today will never change until you get a new vision. Dissatisfaction for your present creates a new possibility for your future. To change the trajectory of your life, you must first become intolerant of your current circumstances and make a decision to pursue what seems impossible. God specializes in the impossible.
But Jesus looked at them and said to them, "With men this is impossible, but with God all things are possible." (Matthew 19:26) So even if you don't believe it's possible to accomplish your dream, God already knows that it is. You just need to trust and believe that it's possible for you, too.
The first step you take becomes a seed sown into your future. You create your future with the decisions you make today.
Your decisions are dictated by what you believe. What you believe is influenced by what you put your focus on. Choose carefully what you put before your eyes, and what you listen to.
For instance, those who read their goals regularly have a better chance of realizing them. Those who meditate on the word of God have greater faith than those who don't.
Faith moves mountains. Stop complaining about your circumstances, and make a decision to change your circumstances.
Get a vision. Build your faith. Go after your dreams.
How do you build your faith to go after your dream?
You build your faith when you hear God's word over and over and over again, not just once in a while. I like to read God's word out loud. I have learned that God's word coming out of my mouth has the power to transform me from the inside out. So then faith comes by hearing and hearing by the word of God. (Romans 10:17)
If you find yourself feeling less than passionate about your life today, perhaps you aren't living the life God created you for. But you do have the power to choose, and that's exactly what God wants you to do. Choose the life He has for you.
"For I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." (Jeremiah 29:11 NIV)
If your life looks nothing like the dream you have in your heart, have faith and trust God. I've watched Him take my own life from one filled with trauma, sickness, and heartache to a life filled with abounding joy, healing, and purpose.
God did it for me, I know He'll do it for you, too!
Hello, I'm Patti Fagan. Women's financial empowerment is my passion! I am an award-winning money coach and Ramsey Solutions Master Financial Coach, dedicated to helping women transform their money relationship so they can experience financial peace of mind, and enjoy life knowing they'll always have the money they need to take care of themselves and their loved ones.


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We were up with the lark this morning, working with a client while it was still dark outside. We were huddled with one of their pitch teams giving their pitch presentation one last polish.
Everyone on the team is experienced at presenting. And not just experienced, but talented too. But about half way through, the lead presenter let slip one of those phrases that drains a presenter, however talented, of all authority.
What was the phrase?
"I'll just quickly go through the background to our recommendation…"
I'll just quickly go through.
Have you ever heard this, or something like it? Very likely, yes.
If you're in the audience, what do you think?
Whether it's conscious or sub-conscious, you're likely to think one or more of these:
- They don't think their content is relevant
- They don't think their content is worth listening to
- If they don't think their content is worth spending time on, why are we bothering?
And then how interested or persuaded are you by what comes next? Not very.
The phrase "I'll just quickly…", and phrases like it, sabotage whatever comes immediately after.
Now imagine the same intro but minus the sabotaging phrase. As the audience you'd listen attentively, unaware of any potential negative.
Have you ever sabotaged your presentations like this? For sure, I know I have.
There's an old adage in ad-land, and no doubt other industries: "never apologise, never explain". It means, don't undermine a recommendation by apologising for it or trying too hard to justify it. And it's just as relevant in presenting.
Our tip? Never apologise for your content. If you feel you need to apologise for it, you probably need to cut it.
And how did the pitch go? Brilliantly, of course! (And if you'd like some pitch polish too, give us a call and we can chat about this).


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Autumn Open Day
Unfortunately due to the current situation with COVID19, we have cancelled our Open Day on April 19 and will reassess the situation in spring.
- Time: 2pm sharp - 5pm. No need to book.
Please arrive at 2pm as this is a sequential tour.
- Cost: $10 adults, children free. Tea, coffee available. No pets.
- Tastings and sales of trees and organic produce will also be available.
Hear about our Open Days
Permaculture Walk & Talk
See permaculture design in action, a house that is alive & productive, gardens that are outrageously fertile, a farm that runs organically and has a workforce of geese, chooks and mini-sheep. Feel straw from the wheat crops that transforms into mulch for vegie gardens and straw bales that become brilliantly-insulated, passive-solar buildings with natural forms and finishes.
This will be an afternoon to remember - learning about permaculture design, drought-hardy orchards, organic gardening, compost making, wine making, water management, creating habitat, saving rivers and more.
The tour will start with a brief introduction to Permaculture. We will then take you on a walk inspecting revegetation & aquifer recharge work along the Gawler River, vegetable gardens and poultry. We will have a look at the energy efficient buildings, solar hot water and photovoltaic systems, rainwater catchment, composting toilet and reedbed systems. We then move on to the sanctuary where native vegetation adds to the diversity amongst the production orchards.
We will explain the growing of many of our fruit and nut species such as figs, apples, pears, carobs, pistachios, and grapes.
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Benefits of knowledge and training on gender identity felt by schools, families and, most importantly, young people, says trans rights group.
Young trans and gender non-conforming people in both primary and secondary school experience better outcomes when schools possess both the knowledge and the confidence to accommodate different gender identities in the classroom.
This is the central theme of a conference on 'Transgender Awareness', being held jointly by the Transgender Equality Network Ireland (TENI) and Waterford Children and Young People's Services Committee (CYPSC) on Wednesday 27 February.
Speaking ahead of the conference in the Tower Hotel, Waterford, TENI's Health and Education Manager, Vanessa Lacey, said:
"TENI's approach to trans issues is a holistic one and includes advocating for legislative reform, improved health care outcomes, a compassionate educational environment and direct support for families. Facilitating a change in social attitudes to trans people and their families is also an integral part of this 'wrap-around' approach".
The conference is aimed at schools authorities, principals, teachers, and school support personnel, facilitating or planning to facilitate young trans and gender non-conforming people within schools or other educational facilities.
Highlighting the range of issues to be discussed, TENI's Education and Family Support Officer, Catherine Cross, noted:
"The conference programme is designed to provide thought-provoking but also practical information to schools on issues which might impact on their ability to maintain a child in school during a period of social gender transition".
"While school training visits form a central part of our education and family support approach, opportunities to engage in training and development of staff on these issues can be limited. More often than not, training must be provided within the confines of the monthly 'Croke Park hour', the only period available to schools to facilitate continuous professional development for staff', she added.
Speakers at the conference include Consultant Psychiatrist, Dr Aileen Murtagh, who will discuss Gender Variance and Dysphoria: Associated Mental Health and Medical Issues; Dr Michael Redmond of the Joint Managerial Body for Voluntary Secondary Schools on Supporting Transgender Students at Secondary School – Pastoral, Ethos and Policy; and Dr Aoife Neary of the School of Education, University of Limerick, who will present the findings from her research – Gender transitions in Primary schools, the first report regarding the experiences of parents and teachers.
The conference will take place on Wednesday, 27 February 2019, 09.00 am – 15.30 pm, at the Tower Hotel, Waterford City.
Funding for the conference was provided under the Healthy Ireland Framework 2013 – 2025, an initiative of the Department of Health.


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VANCOUVER — Documentary filmmaker Michael Moore is attending the Vancouver International Film Festival next month to take part in its Creator Talk event.
The festival says the Oscar and Emmy winning director will mark the 30th anniversary of his acclaimed documentary "Roger and Me" at the event.
The outspoken filmmaker is renowned for his politically fuelled documentaries, including "Bowling for Columbine" and "Sicko."
His 2004 "Fahrenheit 9/11" documentary about what happened to the United States after the terror attacks is still the top-grossing box office documentary.
Moore first earned critical acclaim for "Roger and Me," a 1989 documentary about the impact of plant closings by General Motors on his hometown of Flint, Mich.
The Vancouver International Film Festival runs from Sept. 26 to Oct. 11.
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Dragon Ball Z: Supersonic Warriors Gameplay Movie 3
Take a look at an intense team battle against the mighty Cell in this clip.
DBZ: Supersonic Warriors accurately captures the look and feel of the TV show, but the big surprise is that it's also fun to play.
Bandai says the follow-up to the popular GBA game is coming to Nintendo's dual-screen handheld later this year.
Take a look at an intense team battle against the mighty Cell in this clip.
Goku and Vegeta show off their superior fighting skills in this clip.
Piccolo, Vegeta and Goku wage war against the evil Androids in this movie.
Goku returns, and the battle to save the world continues in this high-flying 2D action game.
Atari plans to release three Dragon Ball Z games in 2004, including the previously unannounced DBZ: Buu's Fury for the GBA.
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Spied! Testing Continues on 2014 Cadillac Escalade
Large body-on-frame SUVs have taken a backseat to lighter, more economical utility vehicles ever since fuel prices shot up in 2008. But General Motors is one automaker that's decided to stick with the truck-based layout. Earlier this month, we spotted a camouflaged Cadillac Escalade prototype testing at GM's proving grounds. Now, a second Escalade test mule has just been spotted.
Like the previous prototype and other GM SUV mules, this Escalade sports a large grille oval likely intended to disguise it as a Ford, but the Cadillac egg crate grille is unmistakable through the camouflage.
Few details have been revealed about the next-generation Escalade, but the automaker plans to move the interior further upmarket to distinguish it from its lesser Chevrolet and GMC platform-mates. The details of those changes remain speculative, but the luxury brand's new CUE infotainment system, available on the ATS, XTS, and refreshed SRX, is a good bet.
The new Escalade will share the latest GMT900 truck platform with the upcoming Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra pickups and Yukon and Tahoe SUVs. Expect the Escalade's sheetmetal and lighting to distance itself from its platform-mates as well. Full LED exterior lighting may trickle down from the Platinum model to lesser trim levels.
The Escalade could get the all-new Gen V small block V-8 that is debuting in the C7 Corvette. A twin-turbo version of the 3.6-liter V-6 could also find its way under the hood as the base or an optional engine. Whatever engine options the Escalade gets, an eight-speed automatic is expected to replace the current model's six-speed slushbox.


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"Give me a chance," said Tan Sri Adenan Satem when asked about his slogan for the next state election.
The Sarawak Chief Minister said he needed at least several years to achieve his vision for Sarawak, admitting that he could not do it alone adn needed the cooperation of every resident in the state.
"So, 'give me a chance', is the slogan (for the election),..I hope to get a mandate from the people to continue with my mission," he was quoted as saying in an interview with the Jiwa Bakti newspaper.
Jiwa Bakti is a monthly newspaper published by Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB) which has now been re-published printed after stopping for a decade, and would be distributed for free tomorrow. Bernama has already obtained a few copies.
The end of last month marked Adenan's one year as Chief Minister after succeeding Tan Sri Abdul Taib Mahmud who is now the state's governor. The current State Assembly's tenure ends in June next year.
The slogan "Give Adenan a Chance" prior to this was used in the Balingian by-election which was held following the resignation of Taib as its assemblyman.
The slogan is seen as successful as the PBB's candidate Yussibnosh Balo won by a bigger majority compared to previously.
Meanwhile, with reference to the births of the UPP and Teras parties, which were splinters of state Barisan Nasional components, SUPP and SPDP, Adenan was quoted by the paper as saying, such matters must be solved before the state general, as he did not want the opposition to take advantage of (BN's) internal disunity to win.
Answering a question on the possibility of those parties supporting BN to be given the opportunity to contest in BN areas, Adenan said: "Not to be given seats but we will consider…depending on the possibility of winning, contesting using the BN symbol…appointed as BN candidate, like before.
Last May, Sarawak Social Development Minister Tan Sri William Mawan Ikom announced his decision to leave the Sarawak Progressive Democratic Party (SPDP) of which he was president, to set up Parti Tenaga Rakyat Sarawak (Teras) with several elected representatives from the party.
Two months after that, State Local Government and Community Development Minister Datuk Seri Wong Soon Koh, who was former assistant secretary-general of the Sarawak United People's Party (SUPP), announced the setting up of the United People's Party (UPP).
Answering a question on the possibility of the state election being held this year, Adenan said he still had a lot of matters to attend to.
Meanwhile, Adenan was reported by the paper as saying more than 300,000 members of PBB were recorded in Sarawak this year but about 20,000 have yet to register as voters.
"We also held a campaign to increase our membership and also launch our website,
http://www.pbb.org.my, which provides an online registered link for the simple recruitment of new members without excesive bureaucratic red tape," he added.
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Two years ago today, I married my best friend. I never could have imagined how much love I would have for one man. Thank you for making me the happiest woman in the world. Happy Anniversary Babe.
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Here's a Corporate Gift Idea You Probably Haven't Thought Of
When thinking about the best corporate gifts to give, a lot of things come to mind, most of which are fairly standard when it comes to corporate gifting: journals, charging stations, business portfolios, Bluetooth speakers, coffee cups, etc. The one idea that is often overlooked is a book.
Now, you may be thinking: How can my company customize a book with our brand's logo when the book's cover is already so busy?
There are many ways in which you can make a book your own without defacing what is already there (!). Your company logo can be imprinted on the cover or added as a band around the binding of the book. Some books even allow you to completely customize a book jacket, which gives you even more opportunity to get your branding message out there. Additional personalization options are available to make the book your own, depending on the book and your budget (ask us how!).
Of course, there is also the option to NOT personalize it. Did we just hear you audibly gasp?! That's okay! We understand how crazy that sounds coming from a business dedicated to personalizing all the things. However, we're not always advocates for branded gifts. Books allow us the opportunity to do things a little different, and this is especially a good idea for those of you needing fewer quantities. Sometimes less is more and we love the idea of gifting clients a book that has a handwritten note tucked into or written directly on the inside front cover. Not only does this keep the book nice and clean (for any purists out there), it also gives your company a chance to add that personal touch that so many companies are too busy to even think about. It's a small gesture that will leave clients feeling thought of and cared for.
Another question that might arise is: How do I know which book to give my client?
This is a good question, regardless of the recipient. It's always a good idea to do some research to ensure you are giving a gift that will be appreciated and that won't offend your client. We have some tips for avoiding a disaster with buying client gifts that will apply to your book buying needs as well. The key: Know your client and buy with intention!
On the whole, books make great corporate gifts for a number of reasons and are just as customizable as any other promotional item on the market, if that's the route you do indeed to take. No matter the occasion, books make a great year-end gift for clients or the perfect "job well done" gift for employees.
We've compiled a list of five reasons why you might want to consider corporate gift books for your clients, customers, prospects, employees, colleagues, or boss.
5 Reasons You Should Consider Books as Corporate Gifts
1. You're Giving the Gift of Knowledge
Whether you're giving a self-help book on how to grow a business or a coffee table book full of fun facts about the hottest travel destination, you're giving a gift that is expanding minds and broadening horizons. Most of us are continuous learners, especially leaders and entrepreneurs, so receiving a book, even if it's outside their area of expertise, is truly a gift that keeps on giving.
2. Books Are Affordable
As with most things in life, there is always a budget. We understand that corporate gift giving relies heavily on your company's marketing budget, which is why we encourage you to consider giving your clients and employees a corporate gift book. Books are meaningful and memorable, and will encourage an investment in learning, which is an impactful way to share your message and promote your brand without breaking the bank.
3. You Can Personalize a Book
We've already discussed the ways you can physically customize a corporate gift book, but personalization can extend beyond that. Giving someone your favorite book shares with them little insights about your personality and/or your business that might be hard to convey with a custom coffee cup or engraved pen. If you share a book of stunning photography, it tells clients you're visual and appreciate art and technique, while giving someone a book on how to grow your business in a year or less tells clients you're driven and goal-oriented. Books tell stories and stories are what make up your brand.
4. There is a Book for Everyone
No, really. There is a book for every personality type, every industry, every sense of humor, every knowledge level, every hobby…literally everyone. If you're choosing a corporate book gift based on your client's interest, there are going to be a lot of options, all of which will tell your client you've put thought and effort into the gifting process. A well-thought out corporate gift is going to be memorable, and clients are going to think of you the next time they need your service or product.
5. Books Can Be Shared
Corporate gift books are gifts that will be read, shared, and (hopefully) never thrown away. Whether it's a book that your clients passes along to one of their employees or a beautiful hardcover coffee table book that your client's customers look at while they're waiting in reception, a book is going to afford your company logo to be seen by many.Books are a thoughtful and affordable corporate gift idea that guarantee your message will be seen. Whatever your specific promotion needs are, you're going to find a book that is just right for you and your recipient. So, as you're scrolling through the endless promotional gift options, consider personalizing a book and giving a unique client gift.
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"Give all your worries and cares to God,
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Pray for Chris Primes of Amite as he sees an oncologist about a possible cure for his health problem. This is good news after being told his problem was not curable.
Nikki Newell is receiving long-awaited treatment. Her new doctor diagnosed her problem quickly and began treatment. The family is thankful for being led to the new physician.
Mary Lou "Ganny" Cutrer
October 02, 1935 – May 15, 2018
A resident of Greensburg, passed away on Tuesday, May 15, 2018. She was born October 2, 1935 in Liverpool and was 82 years of age. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Greensburg. She is survived by her daughter, MaryJo Cutrer, Greensburg; 2 sons, John "Buck" Cutrer, Jr., Colyell, and Richard D. Cutrer and wife, Donna, Greensburg; 7 grandchildren, Josh Freché and wife, Mary Beth, Ashley Woodard, Joey Cutrer, III, Drew Cutrer and wife, Lauren, Brittany Cutrer, Baylor Cutrer and wife, Baileigh, and Justin Cutrer and wife, Pam; 2 step grandchildren, Kyle Hayden and wife, April, and Kayla Populis and husband, C.J.; 7 great grandchildren, Ava Cutrer, Reed Freché, Rylee Freché, Ross Freché, Ariat Cutrer, Owen Cutrer and Eden Cutrer; 3 step great grandchildren, Tinsley Populis, Lawson Hayden and Luke Hayden; and her special companion, her beloved dog, Little Bit. Preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, John "Joe" "Paw" Cutrer, Sr.; parents, Fred and Edith Johnson; granddaughter, Carly Lou Cutrer and her brother, Billy Ray Johnson. Visitation at First Baptist Church of Greensburg from 9 AM until religious services at 12 Noon on Thursday, May 17, 2018. Services conducted by Bro. Tommy Smith. Interment Greensburg Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Josh Freché, Drew Cutrer, Baylor Cutrer, Justin Cutrer, Kyle Hayden and Greg Carruth. Honorary pallbearers include Joey Cutrer, III, Reed Freché and Ross Freché. The family would like to extend a special thanks to the staff of Heart of Hospice for their care and support. In lieu of flowers, donations maybe made to First Baptist Church of Greensburg, 6260 Hwy 10, Greensburg, LA 70441. McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.
Isabella Rose Durbin
May 05, 2018 – May 13, 2018
Isabella Rose Durbin, a resident of Independence, passed away on Sunday, May 13, 2018 at Children's Hospital in New Orleans. She was born May 5, 2018 in Hammond and was 8 days old. She is survived by her father, Justin Palmer; mother, Heather Durbin; sister, Leigha Petho; grandparents, Gary and Terri Durbin, and Roy and Phyllis Palmer; uncle, Gary Durbin, Jr.; aunt, Heather Russell and husband, Edward; great grandparents, Cecil and Nora Stewart and Shirley Palmer. Preceded in death by her great grandfather, Jerry Palmer. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 9 AM until religious services at 11 AM Thursday, May 17, 2018. Services conducted by Rev. Mitch Williams. Interment Durbin Cemetery, Independence. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.
This is the second baby's obituary I have posted in less than a week. How sad for the families.
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Children in Action will meet at 6 P.M. tonight in the regular classroom.
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Preview: Brisbane Roar vs Melbourne Victory
2013/14 A-League Semi Final
Brisbane Roar vs Melbourne Victory
Sunday 27th April, 5:00pm AEST
Venue: Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane.
Referee: Strebre Delovski.
Broadcast: Live on Fox Sports 2/2HD; Delayed coverage on SBS2/HD.
Despite this being the first time these sides have met in a finals match, anticipation is high for this clash to repeat the thrilling nature of the three matches between these sides this season. Brisbane will be riding high after claiming the Premier's Plate and enjoying a week off in the first week of the finals, while the visitors will be hoping to bring their solid form, both domestically and in Asia, with them on Sunday.
How they got there – Brisbane Roar
Despite a 2-0 loss to the Central Coast Mariners in the final round of the home-and-away season, Brisbane Roar ended ten points clear at the top of the A-League table, earning them automatic progression to the semi final round of the finals series. In doing so, the Roar also ensured this semi-final would be hosted in Brisbane.
How they got there – Melbourne Victory
It took an extra time winner from Gui Finkler for Victory to overcome Sydney FC 2-1 on Friday evening and book their place in the semi-finals. Central Coast's win over Adelaide United in the other elimination final meant Melbourne would face the highest-ranked team left in the finals series.
The Statistical Breakdown
This Season: Brisbane 2 wins, Melbourne 1 win. Goal difference: Brisbane +3.
At Suncorp Stadium: Brisbane 6 wins, Melbourne 5 wins, 2 draws.
Last Match: Brisbane Roar 1-0 Melbourne Victory (22/03/14 at Suncorp Stadium).
With Strebre Delovski as referee: Brisbane 10 wins, 4 draws, 6 losses; Melbourne 11 wins, 10 draws, 8 losses.
In finals matches: This is the first meeting of these sides in an A-League finals match.
Facts and Figures
- Victory have kept just 5 clean sheets this season (equal least), and have failed to keep a clean sheet in their last 18 A-League matches.
- Roar last lost to Melbourne at Suncorp Stadium on November 21, 2009 (6 game unbeaten streak since).
- Victory are unbeaten in their last 4 A-League matches (2 wins, 2 draws).
- Last time these sides met, Brisbane defeated Victory 1-0 in a tight, thrilling affair (Luke Brattan with the goal in the dying stages).
- Nathan Coe, if involved, will this week play his 50th A-League game for Melbourne Victory.
- Victory's only win over Brisbane this season came in round 3 (1-0), before the departure of Ange Postecoglou.
- Roar have lost just 1 of their last 11 matches against the Victory (6 wins, 4 draws, 1 loss).
Injury and Suspension List
Brisbane Roar: George Lambadaridis (knee).
Melbourne Victory: Scott Galloway (hamstring), Tom Rogic (groin).
Where Brisbane Roar have the advantage
- Resting Easy
By securing first spot on the A-League table, the Roar earned themselves a week off, and they will be fresh and ready for their home game against the Victory on Sunday afternoon. In comparison, Melbourne's Asian Champions League commitments mean the match again Brisbane will be their fifth in just over two weeks. With injuries to Victory's Galloway, Murnane, and Leijer on Tuesday evening, the Roar should be exploiting any fatigue – and any weakness – in the visiting side.
- Frighteningly good squad
Thomas Broich and Besart Berisha have been at the centre of Brisbane's success for three seasons, and their talent is undeniable. Add in the distribution of Matt McKay, Ivan Franjic, and Luke Brattan – who scored a stunner against the Victory in their last meeting – as well as the defensive capabilities of Matt Smith and Jade North, and you are looking at arguably the best squad in the league.
- A successful brand of football
The Roar have dominated the competition this season, finishing 10 points ahead of Western Sydney with a positive goal difference of 18 – nine more than the next best side. Brisbane continue to play some of the most attractive, attacking football in the A-League, but they are even more formidable across the park under Mike Mulvey.
Where Melbourne Victory have the advantage
- Attack! Attack! Attack!
Victory's strength is in its quick breaks and strong forward movement, and the last fortnight has exemplified their goal scoring capabilities. With Thompson, Finkler, Troisi, and Mark Milligan all getting on the scoresheet in the last two weeks, Melbourne should feel they can convert any opportunities created.
- Pablo Contreras and Nathan Coe
Halfway through the season, Contreras and Coe were the last two men Melbourne would be calling upon for match-winning performances. Nevertheless, Coe is currently in impeccable form, while Contreras played his finest game in a Victory shirt against Sydney FC on Friday night. His endeavour forward was crucial in the lead-up to both goals and, with a rest mid-week, the Chilean could be a key factor in this Sunday's result.
- ACL Form
The scheduling and competition of the Asian Champions League is difficult for any A-League side, and Victory felt that first-hand when they failed to progress through the group stage on Tuesday night after two weeks of brutal travel. Still, Melbourne have clearly benefited from the experience, elevating their performances and producing their best form of the season right when it matters in the domestic campaign. If they conjure up another strong display at Brisbane on Sunday, they are every chance of advancing to their fourth A-League Grand Final.
It took a Luke Brattan stunner in stoppage time for Brisbane Roar to break down an undermanned Victory the last time these two teams met at Suncorp Stadium, and Melbourne will likely be just as stubborn on Sunday. Still, Brisbane are fresh and ready to exploit any fatigue in the visitors' bodies, and the return of Berisha makes the hosts an even more potent threat. With the Roar likely to dominate possession and keep the ball moving at a quick pace, I can see Victory finally succumbing to their heavy scheduling. Brisbane Roar 2-0 Melbourne Victory.


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The narrowest women's ski in Goode's lineup will be best suited to groomed snow and hardpack in general. It's traditional camber should yield excellent edge grip, and skilled carvers will enjoy its rebound between turns. All of Goode's women's skis employ deep sidecuts (11Ð13 meters; same sidecuts as the men's skis, but the radii are exaggerated in shorter lengths). So they should be eager carvers and especially well suited to short arcs and quick, lively turns. Construction: wood core with all-carbon-fiber torsion box. Goode made a radical change in its layups for 2012, going with wood, instead of foam, for all of its cores. Testers were greatly impressed by the difference in performance, enjoying the extra heft of wood-core Goodes, which have improved tracking and stability but retain the quickness of carbon-construction.


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San Pedro man dies during Redondo Beach Triathlon
A San Pedro man died Sunday after completing the swim portion of the Redondo Beach Triathlon.
Michael Charles Giardino, 48, was a "very proud" South Bay resident who attended San Pedro schools in his youth and was just two years away from a planned retirement, according to his son Andrew.
A pasteurizer for Swiss Dairy, "he was a man that loved everyone, and everyone loved him back," Andrew said.
Giardino was athletic and ran, cycled, and swam often; he recently participated in local 5k and 10k races.
"He was the hardest-working person I have ever met; all his friends at Swiss Dairy say the same thing," Andrew said.
"It's not only my family that suffers; there are many people… people from his gym, people he rode with, people at the restaurants he ate at."
Division Chief Steve Hyink of the Redondo Beach Fire Department, who received the distress call from on-duty lifeguards Sunday morning, said medical attention was administered to Giardino "immediately upon his exiting the water."
"As soon as the lifeguard saw he was in distress, they helped him to the ground and immediately initiated CPR," Hyink said. "He was walking when he came out of the water and the lifeguards saw he didn't look like he was doing well and escorted him up [the beach], and down he went."
On-duty lifeguards called in paramedics, who transported him from the beach near the Redondo Pier to Little Company of Mary Hospital. He died there later in the afternoon.
A cause of death is as yet unconfirmed.
"The lifeguards did an outstanding job," triathlon race director Rick Crump said. "They were there in seconds doing what they do best. I was impressed with the response time of the Redondo Beach Fire Department and McCormick (Ambulance Service). The gentleman was in the best hands he could be in."
USA Triathlon, the official national body governing triathlon events, commissioned a study last October into deaths that occurred during triathlons. The study found that between 2003 and 2011, there were 45 fatalities, or one death for every 76,000 participants.
"Among the 43 race-related athlete deaths, five were traumatic, caused by injuries sustained in cycling crashes; the remaining 38 deaths were non-traumatic. Of the 38 non-traumatic fatalities, 30 occurred during the swim, three occurred during the bike, three occurred during the run, and two occurred after an athlete had completed a race," the report reads.
Crump has said Sunday's fatality was not race-related. This weekend marked the ninth year of the Redondo Beach Triathlon; 600 triathletes competed in the USA Triathlon sanctioned event that includes a half-mile swim, six-mile bike ride, and two-mile run.
Giardino is survived by his mother, sister, wife and two children – both of whom intend to complete next year's triathlon in their father's memory – and his granddaughter.
"The world is a darker place without [my father's] bright smile," Andrew said. "Me, my sister, my brother-in-law, and many others will be in next year's race. We will all finish in my father's honor, or die trying."
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Bill Kristol – Predicts Health Care Reform Repealed In 2013
When the Republicans act responsibly, in terms of saying to the American people, you know what we either have to cut benefits, social security, medic care, medic aide, or we have to raise taxes, then we can say, lets have a conversation, a rational conversation.
Excuse me,
[Bill Kristol]
But you don't see that kind of political responsibility,
The man, the man who sat here with Chris, Pat Ryan, has a plan on the table which addresses these issues, and takes the very tough action your talking about.
And it couldn't pass.
And it couldn't pass, couldn't pass this Congress.
And it couldn't pass the Republican Congress.
We don't know that.
We don't know that, we don't have a Republican Congress.
Let's see what the Republicans can't pass, you guys, I think you guys, you all are, you, can I just finish.
[Everyone Starts Talking]
One at a time.
[Bill Kristol]
I actually disagree, Americans don't just vote their pocket book in the narrow sense, and they don't just vote their alarms and fears. People are concerned about the future of this country, and they think this Bill is bad for it, by a majority. And I believe that will be the Republican message and the Republican message will be a responsible one, to repeal this Bill and replace it with better health care reform and to get ahead on the debt,
Is this, is this, another set down on the direction of an European style?
[Bill Kristol]
It would be, luckily the American public are going to insist on its repeal on the next few years, ya we are. I predict in 2013, the bulk of this will be repealed and replaced with better health care legislation,
The dog barks and the bandwagon rolls on.
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Saint Vincent College is a welcoming environment, sharing the core values of the Benedictine tradition, especially hospitality, community, love, prayer and respect for the dignity of all.
Founded in 1846 by Boniface Wimmer, a monk from Bavaria, we are the first Benedictine college in the United States. Saint Vincent College has striven to embody the ideals and character of the 1,500-year-old heritage of Benedictine education. For 170 years, the monks of Saint Vincent have exemplified and carried on this living Benedictine tradition.
Got monks? We do, and we're proud of it.
The Saint Vincent Camerata, founded in 1968, is a 30-member mixed chorus made up of vocalists from Saint Vincent College and the surrounding communities.
Saint Vincent Camerata
world premiere performance of
All Saints Requiem by Douglas P. Starr
Saint Paul's Episcopal Chancel Choir; Schola Cantorum Franciscana; Katy Schackleton Williams, soprano; Valerie Vernon-Thomas, mezzo; Rich Williams, tenor; Daniel Teadt, baritone; Chaz Bowers, organist;
Father Stephen Concordia, O.S.B., conductor.
7:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 28
Saint Paul's Episcopal Church, Mount Lebanon
Off-campus performance: Freewill donation
7:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 29
Saint Vincent Archabbey Basilica
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The Camerata will be joined by the Schola Cantorum Franciscana; Katy Schackleton Williams, soprano; Valerie Vernon-Thomas, mezzo; Rich Williams, tenor; Daniel Teadt, baritone; Chaz Bowers, organist, in the world premiere of the All Saints Requiem by Douglas P. Starr.
Saint Vincent Camerata with Neil Stahurski, organist
Been in the Storm So Long:
a Choral prayer in Troubled Times
Featuring organ improvisation, Gregorian chant, Palestrina, E. Esenvalds, S. Paulus, J.L. Ames, H. Howells, H. Sumsion, F. Poulenc
7:30 p.m. Friday, November 8
Church of the Assumption, Bellevue
Off-campus performance: Freewill donation
7:30 p.m. Saturday, November 9
Saint Vincent Basilica
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Saint Vincent Camerata
Sixth Annual Festival of Lessons and Carols
7 p.m. Thursday, December 5
Saint Vincent Basilica
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Start off the Christmas season with the Saint Vincent Camerata's traditional Festival of Lessons and Carols in the Saint Vincent Basilica. The Camerata was created in the spirit of the Florentine "Camerata dei Bardi", a 16th century gathering of friends dedicated to music, poetry, art, and science. Comprised of singers from the College, Seminary, Monastery and from the communities surrounding Saint Vincent Archabbey, the Camerata has been under the direction of Father Stephen Concordia, O.S.B. since 2008.
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Rabat, Morocco (TMT)- The Eid Al Adha is celebrated today in Morocco.
On the sidelines of this special and dear occasion to the heart of Moroccans and Muslims all over the world, The Moroccan Times team wishes its readers all over the world a Eid Al Adha Moubarak Said.
May the three days of Eid delight. May the moments measure all the special joys for all of you to treasure.
May the upcoming days be fruitful too, for your home, family and all your beloved ones.
May Prophet Muhammed (pbuh) teachings of Peace and Love spread.
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A state medical board is investigating a doctor at a San Bernardino free clinic who has been accused of overprescribing painkillers and falsifying patient charts, among other things.
Donald Albert Underwood, a doctor of osteopathic medicine and medical director at the embattled Inland Behavioral Health Services, had his license revoked or suspended in five states before he came to California and joined IBHS in 1997. He also was accused in other states of overprescribing painkillers, as well as allowing nurses to perform surgical procedures on patients at his hair restoration clinics in New York City in the 1980s.
Underwood also is accused of filling out prescriptions in advance and leaving off patient names.
The Osteopathic Medical Board of California "is aware of the allegations against Dr. Underwood and is looking into the matter," said Matt Woodcheke, a spokesman for the state Department of Consumer Affairs, in an email. "Consumer protection is paramount to the board's mission, and the board encourages any patients that believe their physician may have acted inappropriately to submit a complaint to the board."
Woodcheke said if the board finds any evidence of criminal acts, it will present its findings to the San Bernardino County District Attorney's Office for consideration of charges. The board also will present its findings to other state and federal agencies as a courtesy, should those agencies want to follow up, he added.
Woodcheke would not disclose when the board launched its investigation into Underwood, nor what the potential consequences could be regarding his medical license. He said that information is confidential.
Inland Behavioral Health Services, founded in 1978, operates three clinics in San Bernardino and one in Banning.
The Southern California News Group learned of the previous allegations against Underwood more than two years ago, when it began investigating the clinic and Underwood's background, learning that his medical license was suspended or revoked in New York, New Jersey, Florida, Indiana and Ohio in the 1980s for "gross negligence," "gross incompetence" and "dishonest acts."
In the past five years, IBHS has paid out more than $2 million in legal settlements with a handful of former employees who alleged fraud, medical malpractice and violations of state and federal labor laws. The latest lawsuit, the ninth against the clinic since 2013, was filed by former clinic health administrator Wanda Johnson-Heath. It alleges whistleblower retaliation, wrongful termination, discrimination, and violations of the California Family Rights Act and Fair Employment and Housing Act.
Johnson-Heath's allegations bear notable similarities to what other former employees alleged in their lawsuits. She was hired at the clinic in March 2014 as a clerical support supervisor and quickly ascended the ranks. Within a year, she had been promoted twice, first to clinic manager then to health administrator.
Problems surfaced, she said, when she started speaking out against what she perceived to be illegal and unethical activity at the clinic, including alleged illegal billing practices and expenditures, HIPPA violations, diversion of charitable gifts and medical malpractice.
Due to work-related stress, Johnson-Heath went out on medical leave from late October 2017 through early January 2018. Also in October 2017, she sent a letter to the state Department of Health Care Services alleging malpractice at IBHS.
When Johnson-Heath returned to work on Jan. 8, 2018, she was given the silent treatment by CEO Temetry Lindsey, stripped of her duties and alienated by her colleagues. She was banned from meetings and was told by Danita Fulton, the clinic's HR director, that Lindsey's daughter, Samantha Dotson, had assumed her duties.
"Fulton also told (Johnson-Heath) that it was 'not fair' to Samantha Dotson that (Johnson-Heath) came back because she had been 'doing her work' for the three months (Johnson-Heath) was gone," according to the lawsuit filed in San Bernardino Superior Court in April.
Johnson-Heath, according to the lawsuit, was demoted and given the sole duty of fielding complaints against IBHS.
Tristan Pelayes, of the Riverside law firm Wagner & Pelayes, LLP., represents Johnson-Heath, and also represented 10 other former IBHS employees in their litigation against the clinic. He said the recurring allegations of fraud, malpractice, discrimination, hostile work environment, and wrongful termination all center around Lindsey, who founded the business in 1978 and has repeatedly declined requests for interviews.
"She's the one who handpicked the board of directors, and she has complete control over that board ever since the inception of the clinic," Pelayes said. "It wasn't meant to be designed that way. The board in this case is a complete sham. This happens over and over again because she's in complete control. In this case, the tail is wagging the dog."
Pelayes said he is hopeful the osteopathic medical board affirms the allegations about Underwood, which he believes would draw attention from other state and federal agencies that have not taken action.
"Because (Lindsey) receives local, state and federal funding, there's been a breakdown in the system at every level that allows this clinic to operate the way they do," Pelayes said. "There's absolutely zero oversight, despite the fact they claim they're audited and that everything is above board."
Cameron A. Stewart, the Los Angeles labor law attorney representing IBHS in the latest litigation, said in a telephone interview she was unaware of the medical board's investigation of Underwood. She declined to discuss or comment on the allegations in Johnson-Heath's lawsuit.
As to Johnson-Heath's allegations sounding similar to those lodged by roughly a dozen other former IBHS employees in the last five years, Stewart attributed that to "pro-employee" labor laws in California making it easier for workers to sue their employers.
"The only thing I can say is, litigation in general in California for employers is very difficult. The climate is very pro-employee, and the fact is you don't have to have done anything wrong in order for someone to file a lawsuit against you," Stewart said in a telephone interview.
"I see it time and time again," he said. "Allegations in a complaint are just allegations — they're not backed up by anything."


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Rezidor enters economy segment, and accelerates growth
Rezidor enters economy segment, and accelerates growth
Group signs 13 hotels with 2,000 rooms and opens 7 hotels with 1,000 rooms during the first quarter of 2016.
Rezidor also continued to drive signings and openings. The 13 signings included a portfolio deal with 3 hotels in Riga/Latvia, 2 Radisson Red projects in Jeddah/Saudi Arabia and Dubai/UAE. The brand aims to reach 60 hotels globally by 2020 and has just opened it first hotel in Brussels.
Rezidor's Q1 openings also featured the Group's 100th franchise property and the very first hotel in Ivory Coast, the Radisson Blu Hotel Abidjan Airport.
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- In 2015, Carlson Rezidor launched the development of 120 new hotels
- Carlson Rezidor pursues growth of the new brand Radisson Red
- Carlson Rezidor reveals the first hotels in its Quorvus Collection
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Dromond Canvas Holdall Bag
British brand Barbour is more than a century old (founded in 1894) and yet it still remains a family-owned business today. Known for their hand-made wax jackets and legendary Barbour waxed cotton, the brand has expanded their product offerings and is available in more than 40 countries worldwide today.
The unisex Dromond Canvas Holdall Bag is made of lightweight waxed 4-oz. canvas with soft grip cotton webbing handles. The bag comes with adjustable shoulder strap.


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Online Website Builder in Cloud Hosting
Each cloud hosting which we provide you with includes an online website builder called Site Studio. The application includes a wide range of pre-defined pages, that will make it simpler to develop your site - Resume, Directions, Photo Album, etc. You can also select from 70+ themes, each with different styles and color schemes. Site Studio gives you the opportunity to work on your website continuously and it'll save the adjustments automatically, however your website visitors will not see anything unless you publish these modifications. This feature allows you to spend some time on the website and publish the final version, but not incomplete drafts. Site Studio is provided at no extra cost, so you will not need to pay anything to be able to use it and you will save the cash that you'd otherwise have to give for paid software or for website design services.
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If you purchase a semi-dedicated server through us, you'll be able to use Site Studio - an online site builder that we provide for totally free with all web hosting solutions. The app features over 70 web themes, each one with different styles and color schemes. A variety of pre-defined pages will make things so much easier as you won't need to create them from scratch - Driving Directions or Resume, for instance. You'll be able to log in to Site Studio via any device and from any location provided that you have access to a browser, so you can update your web site even if you travel and you won't have to download or install anything on your PC. If you work for a few days, your visitors won't see an incomplete version of the website because the application saves all modifications, but doesn't publish them automatically. That way, you'll be able to publish only the final version.


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Home> Dark Sky Photography Info
Dark Sky Information
Below are a few different resources you can use to locate your next location for your dark sky photography adventure. The essential part of doing Milky Way photography is finding the darkest skies, so it is visible. See the dark sky map below. The darker the skies, the more you will see the Milky Way in your image. Also, keep in mind the Milky Way is above the horizon during certain months of the year. We start our Milky Way adventures in June around 10:30 p.m. You must do the photography when no moon is visible. See the new moon chart. The week before the new moon the moon rises very late or should we say early the next morning so your still good to go. Basic Night Sky Photography can be done at any time since the Milky Way will not be a part of it.
When to See the Milky Way
The months of November, December and January are not ideal at all for views of the best part of the Milky Way. The best viewing time in the Northern Hemisphere is in the summer. Hot, humid or stormy nights make for less ideal conditions and the nights are shorter too, but there is still ample opportunity to get it and get it right. A tool called a planisphere can be used to help locate and find out when the dense part of the Milky Way will be visible.
The time of year must also be considered for getting the best view of the Milky Way. Generally, the dense part of the milky way is best viewed when it is as high as possible in the Southern sky. Facing south during April and May you see the milky way in the pre-dawn hours. Again, the milky way rises in June around 10:30 and the Milky Way will be visible almost all night. From Mid August through September the best time is soon after the sun has set and the sky has grown dark. Generally, start 1 hour after the sun hits the horizon when the milky way starts to burst.
Certified International Dark Sky Parks
Natural Bridges National Monument – Utah, USA
Cherry Springs State Park – Pennsylvania, USA
Galloway Forest Park – Scotland, UK
Zselic National Landscape Protection Area – Hungary
Goldendale Observatory Park – Washington, USA
Clayton Lake State Park – New Mexico, USA
Hortobagy National Park – Hungary
Observatory Park – Ohio, USA
The Headlands – Michigan, USA
Big Bend National Park – Texas, USA 2012
Death Valley National Park – California, USA 2013
Chaco Culture National Historical Park – New Mexico, USA 2013
Northumberland National Park and Kielder Water Forest Park – Northumberland, England
Eifel International Dark Sky Park – North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany 2014 Provisional
Mayland Community College Blue Ridge Observatory and Star Park
North Carolina, – Parashant International Night Sky Province – Arizona, USA 2014
Hovenweep National Monument – Utah-Colorado, USA 2014
Copper Breaks State Park – Texas, USA 2014
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area – Texas, USA 2014
Oracle State Park – Arizona, USA 2014
Weber County North Fork Park – Utah, USA 2015
Capitol Reef National Park – Utah, USA 2015
Star Party and Event Finder
This is a great tool to find a Party or Event at any location. Click on a location and see what's going on out there on the next new moon or at any time. Find a Star Party or Event here. Sorry, the link is broken. We have to find you a new Event Finder.
Click here to go to the Dark Sky Finder Map. The first part of doing night sky or milky way photography is to find a dark location. These type of maps are all a little slow but you definitely will find your spot using this.
Click here to go to the International Dark Sky Places Map.
International Dark Sky Parks
California – An International Dark Sky Community in California, USA, established 2009. http://darksky.org/night-sky-conservation/36-ida/night-sky-conservation/88-international-dark-sky-communities
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Quebec Canada – A Silver-tier International Dark Sky Reserve in Quebec, Canada, established 2008.
Star Parties
Cherry Springs Star Party Pennsylvania: Sponsored by the Astronomical Society of Harrisburg
Registration is now open: http://www.cherrysprings.org
Black Forest Star Party: Sponsored by the Central Pennsylvania Observers, State College, PA. will be held August 22-24, 2014- Read More at: http://www.cpoclub.org
New Jersey Star Parties
SJAC Spring Star Party: – Join them under South Jersy skies for three nights of observing
Location: Belleplain State Forest, 1 Henkinsifkin Road, Woodbine, NJ 08270
REGISTRATION FEES: Pre-registration is $15.00
Registration at the door is $20 per person upon arrival at the event. Kids 16 and under are free!
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Nike has released PlayStation-themed Limited Edition Paul George PG2 shoes. The PG2 is launched in collaboration with basketball player Paul George.
The new PG2 sneakers feature light-up tongues bearing the PlayStation and PG logos. Buttons inside the tongues let you turn the lights on or off. There's also a pulse mode where the lights flicker and vibrate like a PlayStation Dual Shock controller.
The eyelets mimic the PlayStation controller button colors of green, blue, pink, and purple; and the blue rubber soles glow in the dark. However, the shoe's batteries aren't replaceable and have a lifespan of around 150 hours.
The new Nike shoes also feature the galaxy graphic which is available for download as a theme for PS4 consoles using a PSN voucher code that's embedded on the back of the left shoe. For comfort, the shoes also feature bigger Nike Zoom Air units in the front foot section which add extra cushioning.
Nike's PlayStation-themed Limited Edition Paul George PG2 shoes will be available globally starting February 10th for $110.