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Last night hubby and I were sitting inside Maxx contemplating dinner when hubby said "What is that noise?"
"I don't know," I answered, "But its being going on for a long time".
Hubby decided to go outside and see if he could find the source of the noise. "You won't believe this, come and look," he says to me. So I head outside to see what he is talking about, I look where hubby is pointing 20 feet up the side of our daughter's house and there is a big black squirrel paralyzed with fear, chirping and hanging from the stucco on the side of the house!
I quickly reach for the camera but before I can get the picture the squirrel scurries along the stucco toward the backyard. I had no idea they could grip stucco and actually walk sideways hanging from 20 feet! I did manage to get a picture before he headed around the corner of the house.
By now hubby has gone into the backyard and notices that the cat is sitting at the bottom corner of the house and has no intention of letting the squirrel get down from the house. The squirrel, not to be outdone, quickly heads back around the corner to the side of the house.
Despite what I think is a terrified look on his face, the squirrel manages to take a leap of faith and lands safely in the cherry tree. The cat, not to be outdone, takes off after the squirrel. I have no idea who won this battle but my bet is on the squirrel.
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rise of the micro laundry
Here in Australia, we are blessed with larger homes than our European counterparts, which affords us a dedicated room solely for the purpose of laundry. But the rise of inner-city apartments and the cost of living has put a spotlight on small footprint living and in some cases, forced these micro spaces into existence.read more
est living + hayes house
A lovely little write up on Est Magazine about our Hayes House Project.read more
Less stuff, more time
I get so over stuff. I work with stuff, I specify stuff, I source, collate, install, style and photograph stuff. What I really love, is a clean slate.read more
how to perfect the ultimate home office | mama disrupt summer 17/18
Is there really such a thing as the perfect home office? Maybe not in my own home, but lets say that in the ideal world, we would all be in a zen-like state, connected to all that magic productivity that we know exists and downloading our most profound work to dateread more
5 tips for small home living
Living in a small home can be a challenging position. Add to that children and limited storage, and you have a situation where the home can become more chaos than harmony.read more
Queens of Beige
We were having a giggle in the office this week over our 'beigeness'. If there's such a term, we're pretty much the queens of it when it comes to interiors. And its not to be bland and boring, or safe as a palette; its that it truly makes us happy.read more
in the press | mama disrupt winter '17
Honoured to be asked to contribute to the incredible Mama Disrupt Magazine again, with the Winter Edition discussing all things Hygge. It's a funny concept Hygge, hard to explain in words but in hindsightread more
shared boys room
Sharing some thoughts on this room designed for my two youngest, and how it came together with the Editor of Minty Magazine, Sarah Davies.read more
a thought on home
Thats the second person today to come in and say, "I've had a designer out, but I didn't like what she was recommending."
And thats ok, we don't always hit the nail on the head first time round, or sometimes even the second time. But its the next bit that bothered me: "It just didn't feel right."
And that's the crux. Home is a feeling.
Kids Live Here | Creating calm kids rooms
When living with kids, bridging the gap between adult and all-inclusive child living can be achieved, and the results leave a space feeling calm, organised and cohesive.read more


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Cognitive Behavioural Therapy - CBT in Brighton, Hove, Eastbourne & Online
We provide Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) in Brighton, Hove and Eastbourne. Our CBT team includes Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapists and Clinical Psychologists, fully qualified and accredited with the British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapy (BABCP).
We are conveniently located close to Preston Park, Brighton and Eastbourne railway stations, making Cognitive Behavioural Therapy easily accessible to clients across the south coastal areas.
If you are having problems with anxiety or depression, are stressed at work or experiencing difficulties at home or in key relationships, contact us on 01732 808 626 or email email@example.com to organise a local CBT appointment in Brighton, Hove and Eastbourne. We also provide online CBT via video link, with access to our wider team of over 100 BABCP accreditedCBT experts.
We offer CBT appointment with BABCP accredited CBT specialists in Brighton, Eastbourne, Robertsbridge and Westbourne. We operate as a commercially ethical CBT provider, which means that the money you pay for therapy goes directly to your therapist without agency fees or commission. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy providers, Whilst there are many under-qualified counsellors offering CBT on some of the public therapy directories, our CBT Psychotherapists are fully qualified and professionally accredited by the BABCP. This means that they have achieved the UK gold standard in the practice of CBT.
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We provide support for a wide range of psychological problems including anxiety conditions and clinical depression. Our Psychotherapists, Psychologists and Counsellors are qualified to the highest professional standards and fully accredited with the BABCP, which is the recognised professional UK body for excellence in CBT.
Our approach to Cognitive Behavioural Therapy is cutting edge, augmenting mainstream CBT approaches with modern third-wave methods drawn from the fields of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) and Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT). This places us at the leading edge of CBT practice in East Sussex. We are confident that you won't find more experienced therapists or better value for money in our practice areas.
Follow these links to view the detailed professional profiles for Dr Marta De Madariaga Lopez (Chartered Clinical Psychologist) or Rob Thomson (BABCP Accredited Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist).
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We are committed to providing the best value CBT in Brighton, Eastbourne and Hove. This is what we offer:
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"Rich, Black, Flunking." Feature, 5/21
Breaking the code of black parental responsibility
The critical response of many black leaders and some of the Shaker Heights parents confirms John Ogbu's findings. Many blacks are prone to believe that racism alone is to blame for black kids' failures. Who among us thinks this prejudice is not communicated in the home, in casual but meaningful remarks disparaging teachers, administrators, and the school district as a whole? As a former teacher and counselor, I know these comments are often made by black parents, because the black students repeat them in class.
These must be seen as more than just criticisms, often well-deserved, of a white institution or white faculty. They indicate a broad range of actions and inactions by these black parents. I have seen disputes between teachers and students, and the black parents Ogbu speaks of are the ones who use these disputes to question the qualification of teachers and schools to educate. A persistent message that questions the legitimacy of public schools is bound to have an effect on any child. Again, listen to what the kids say in class.
Black leaders would argue that Ogbu is blaming black children and excusing the "white" institution. This is code, designed for those same parents, who will repeat the argument in the home and make the child blame poor grades on racist teachers and a racist school.
Lowell Denny, Oakland
Who let the Toms in?
We seem to have seven blind men and an elephant. The elephant: academic failure of black students of high socioeconomic status. The blind men:
Blind man 1: The cause of academic failure is low teacher expectations and/or an indifferent educational establishment.
Blind man 2: The cause of academic failure is the black culture of victimhood.
Blind man 3: The cause of academic failure is educational abandonment of black children by their parents.
Blind man 4: The cause of academic failure is societal racism and discrimination.
Blind man 5: The cause of academic failure is low school funding.
Blind man 6: The cause of academic failure is unqualified teachers.
Blind man 7: The cause of academic failure is peer pressure.
Blind man number 8, poverty, does not have a place around this elephant. Nor should Blind man number 5, but one of the persons quoted put him there. Is it possible that the cause of academic failure is all of the above, in varying degree with each student? Yet each person in this story had his/her pet theory of what the elephant looks like, and none is willing to consider anyone else's.
As a descendant of the "involuntary immigrants" called slaves, let me inform Mr. Ogbu of this fact. Every black child who is such a descendant is informed from the moment of his/her birth that he and his people have no culture; that the language of their ancestors was ooga-booga gibberish; that their religion was superstition and voodoo; that they never invented anything or accomplished anything; that the best thing that ever happened to us was to be dragged kicking and screaming into slavery; and that the most we could hope for is to become the best imitation white man we could be.
Some blacks, such as McWhorter, Steele, the Powells, and Condoleezza Rice, have internalized this view. But for most of us, we realized that when the standard of black success is how white we are in language, deportment, values, and beliefs, then there is something wrong -- and yes, racist -- in that view. Name one black American descendant of "involuntary migrants" (as opposed to an African who immigrated to a country that would not have permitted him to immigrate in the year he was born) who is a success in the white world, or a success by white standards, who is firmly rooted in black culture, outside of sports, entertainment, or the arts. Between dreams deferred and caged birds singing, we can't hear any freedom bells ringing.
By the way, what are McWhorter's and Steele's claims to fame other than being racial and racist attack dogs for right-wingers? Why did you seek these two Toms out for commentary?
Victor C. Anderson, Oakland
Beware the knee-jerk backlash
I can't compliment you enough on your Ogbu article on his study of black students in Shaker Heights. It's not only a great, in-depth feature; it's a great service to the black community and to our country. Unfortunately, I suspect that you too will get hit with the "racist" label in the knee-jerk reactions by many who can't escape the politically correct dogmas that they have been brainwashed with. But the truth has to be put out there before any real healing and corrective action can take place. You have my admiration for having the courage to print this.
George Tamas, Santa Barbara
Responsibility is shared
I think there's something missing in the entire debate you describe. Just for full disclosure, I'm not an academic, not an educator, not black, and have never been in Shaker Heights. That should disqualify me from participating in this discourse except, perhaps, for the fact that I was an "involuntary immigrant."
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"I left some CDs in his car and he didn't tell me."
"He didn't mention it."
"You broke up for that! What do you mean?"
"I left 3 CDs in his car. They were old ones so I didn't realise until a couple of weeks later. It took me a while to work out where they'd be, but eventually I remembered I'd last played them when we went away for the weekend"
"and what? He denied having them?"
"No! When I asked him he just said, 'oh yeah, they were in my car.' I said 'where are they now?' because, you see, I've been in his car a few times since then and I hadn't seen them. He said 'they're at my flat,' I said 'oh!'
I was waiting for an explanation, you know? For him to say 'oh sorry, I completely forgot I had them' or 'I've been meaning to bring them over' or 'I took them out of my car so they wouldn't get nicked.' I don't know - something!"
"So what did he say?"
"Nothing! Nothing at all! I said I'd pick them up next time I came round and he said 'ok'"
"So what happened? He wouldn't give them back?"
"No! It's just that I was expecting, since I'd reminded him, that he would make the effort to return them to me. But he didn't. A few days later I went over to his place and he didn't mention it. I really thought he would say something! But he didn't. So finally, as I was leaving, I asked about them. He said they were on the shelf, so I went and looked - two of them were amongst all his CDs, the third was in the stereo!"
"So he'd been playing it?"
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The office space in Markham-Allstate is located on Valleywood Business Park, in several acres of picturesque parkland at the north gateway of Metro Toronto on Allstate Parkway, just north of Hwy. 7. The 6-storey glass office building houses a coffee bar and provides covered parking. Known as the 'Silicon Valley of the North', Markham is on the Northern outskirts of Greater Toronto and is the largest town and fastest growing municipality in Canada. The offices are surrounded by the Canadian head offices of multinational hi-tech companies such as Apple, IBM, Motorola, Sony and Sun Microsystems. Buttonville Airport is on the doorstep, providing business commuter services to Ottawa and Montreal.
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Welcome to the EMANZ Conference 2015 programme. The Conference Committee has secured a fantastic lineup of speakers - inspirational, experienced, thought provoking - from NZ and overseas.
|Registration and coffee 8.00-9.00am
|Opening stream: 'Looking Global - Our Place in the International Market' (9.00-12.30)
Mayoral Welcome to the Conference
Celia Wade-Brown Mayor, Wellington City
What's New in Energy Efficiency? The Latest IEA Market Update
Dagmar Graczyk South Asia Programme Manager - Office of Global Energy Policy, IEA
Energy Management and Company Competitiveness
Eli Court Project Manager, ClimateWorks Australia
|Morning tea, exhibitor displays and networking (10.30 - 11.00am)
|Morning stream: 'New Zealand Poilicy and the Energy Business'
NZ's Energy Policy
Hon Simon Bridges Minister, Energy and Resources, Transport
Energy Efficiency and Commercial Disruption
Laurence Kubiak CEO, NZIER
Innovation on the National Grid
Alison Andrew CEO, Transpower
New Zealand Energy: Our Global Advantages
Mike Underhill CEO, Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority
|Panel Discussion
|Lunch, exhibitor displays and networking (12.30 - 1.45pm)
|Parallel stream: 'Smart Energy Systems' (1.45 - 3.00pm)
Designing an Energy Scheme for a Rebuilt City
Grant Smith GM Business Development and Strategy, Pioneer Generation Ltd
Where Does Gas Fit into a Smart Energy Future?
Stuart Dickson GM Gas, Powerco
Smart Grid Forum - Architecting a Future Electricity System for All New Zealanders
John Hancock Director, Signature Consulting
|Panel Discussion
Parallel stream: 'Renewables Technology' (1.45 - 3.00pm)
Solar Future, Storage Now
Steve Blume President, Australian Solar Council
From Alternative to Mainstream – the Solar Potential in New Zealand
Gregory Hussey Product Manager, Euroglass Solar
New Battery Technology - What's Possible?
Dave Jamieson Tech Mech Ltd
PV Uptake in NZ: Research-based Insights from the GREEN Grid Project
Dr Rebecca Ford Deputy Director - Centre for Sustainability, University of Otago
|Panel Discussion
|Afternoon tea, exhibitor displays and networking (3.00 - 3.30pm)
|Afternoon stream 'Energy Efficiency Across the Organisation' (3.30 - 5.30pm)
Overcoming the Big Data Challenge in Modern Energy Management
Christian Weeks Managing Director, EnerNOC Australia and New Zealand
Energy Cultures: Research-based Insights on Energy Behaviour
Dr Janet Stephenson Director - Centre for Sustainability, University of Otago
Energy Productivity, the New Black for Energy Efficiency
Robert Tromop Energy Efficiency Consultant
New Zealand's Airport of the Future - Efficient, Resilient, Sustainable
Martin Fryer Sustainability and Environmental Manager, Auckland Airport
Day One Close and Cocktails/networking Drinks (5.30 - 7.30pm) Waterfront Room
|EMANZ AGM (5.30-6.15pm) Te Aro Room
|New registrations and coffee 8.30 - 9.00am
|Morning stream: 'Energy Management in Practice' (9.00 - 10.45am)
The Evolution of Benchmarking in the U.S. and Australia: Challenges and Milestones
Lane Burt Managing Principal, Ember Strategies
Refrigeration Technology - Evolution, Revolution or Back to the Future?
Don J. Cleland Centre of Postharvest and Refrigeration Research, Massey University
Understanding and Delivering to Enterprise Business Case Requirements
Janelle Dawson Director Marketing - Australia and New Zealand, EnerNOC
|Panel Discussion
|Morning tea, exhibitor displays and networking (10.45 - 11.15am)
|Parallel stream: 'Energy Performance in Commercial Buildings' (11.15 - 12.45pm)
Ventilation Control - the Biggest Energy Savings of them All
Rob Bishop Technical Director, Energy Solutions Ltd
Continuous Commissioning - Resolving the Issues and Learning Global Lessons
Mark Crawford Technical Director - Building Services, Beca
Impacts of HVAC Control Tuning for NZ Office Buildings
Dr Paul Bannister Director - Projects & Advisory (incorporating Exergy), Energy Action
|Panel Discussion
|Parallel stream 'Industrial Energy Efficiency' (11.15 - 12.45pm)
Case Studies in Industrial Efficiency
Erin Roughton Director, Emsol
ANZCO Foods - an Energy Management Success Story
Jonathan Pooch Managing Director, DETA Consulting
Industrial Energy Monitoring and Targeting
Andy Logue Director, Energy NZ
|Panel Discussion
|Lunch, exhibitor displays and networking (12.45 - 1.45pm)
|Early Afternoon stream: 'Marketing for Success' (1.45 - 3.15pm)
Success by Treating People the Way THEY Want to be Treated
Dudley Enoka Business Leadership Consultant
|Afternoon tea, exhibitor displays and networking (3.15 - 3.45pm)
|Closing Stream: 'Locally Grown - Globally Accepted' (3.45-5.00pm)
Supporting Startups through Incubation and Acceleration
Stefan Korn Chief Executive, Creative HQ
Reducing Cost and Environmental Impact Through Creative Innovation
John Ascroft Jade Software Corporation
Taking Our Capability to the Overseas Market
Tony Woods CEO, Sustainable Energy Services International
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School Counseling Groups at Rock Ledge Intermediate
Small group sessions are held from time to time to address student academic, personal/social, and career concerns. Groups are prevention focused and may be made available to students on a short term basis after a referral or request has been made to the school counselor. Please see the attached to learn more about groups offered at Rock Ledge Intermediate.
Referrals to outside community agencies are made in the event that a child's needs are such that therapy or long-term counseling may be warranted. The below links are community agencies that offer programs for specific personal/ social needs.
Grief and Loss
Generations: Hope for Grieving Families is a support group sponsored by Unity Hospice and is free of charge. Please see attached flyer.
Sexual Abuse Support Groups
The Sexual Assault Crisis Center offers support groups for Survivors of Sexual Abuse and their families. Groups are free of charge. Please see the attached flyer.
This is a comprehensive list of all of the support groups offered through the Sexual Assault Crisis Center beginning Fall 2013


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When Everyone Hated Bob Rae And Wil Wheaton
Wil Wheaton became the first member of Twitter to get 500 000 followers.
In 1993, when the Toronto Blue Jays won the World Series, then Ontario premiere Bob Rae was in attendance and got booed by everyone.
Rae had become the first and only NDP leader of Ontario: The 1990 election saw the Peterson Liberals defeated and the unions getting their man in.
But once in office Rae didn't act like a socialist.
A new, 'Social Contract,' 'Rae Days,' and generous welfare payments made him unpopular with many.
Infact, if you were in high school in 1993 and you hit Bob Rae in the face with a snowball your teachers would buy you beer. He was that unpopular with public servants.
But 20 years later Rae would be the leader of the federal Liberal Party and all was forgotten.
When Wil Wheaton attained 500 000 followers many of those fans had hated him when they had been younger.
One thing about me is that I'm no ordinary blogger.
I'm really an android that was built on the secret Nazi base in Antarctica and sent here to drive Warren Kinsella crazy.
One of the things I've noticed about you humanoids is that you're fickle.
Very, very fickle.
One day you want the SS to come and put Bob Rae and Wil Wheaton in boxcars heading for eastern Poland. The next you actually like them.
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We all hope for that one special gift every holiday season, and if we are lucky…we end up getting it. Maybe it's a new computer or a hot new bike. Or maybe you get surprised with an engagement ring that leaves you in tears of joy. Some are satisfied with a simple new pair of pajamas every year, and others will settle with a new coffee mug. Whatever your pleasure, the holiday season is sure to bring you at least one special gift that you will hold dear to your heart. One young man was moved to tears of joy when he opened a very unexpected gift this Christmas.
Evidently, this young boy had one more gift to open and it turned out to be his best gift ever. Saving the best for last, his parents handed him a rectangular-shaped package, wrapped in red paper. As he started to open it he mentioned that he thought it might be some type of picture, but he soon learns that the gift is far better than a picture…
It's his adoption papers held together neatly in a beautiful frame.
At first he drops his head and smiles as he is reading the papers, and then he has trouble speaking when his parents ask him if he can read it out loud. It turns out that he is so overcome with emotions that he cannot speak. He shakes his head no and refuses to look up from the gift. When his father realizes that he is crying, he approaches him and the boy gets up and melts into his arms. The two of them hug for quite sometime, surely making the rest of the family cry as they watch the special moment unfold.
So, while this may not be a new video game or a snowboard, it's evident that this gift far outweighs any material items that he may have asked for.
The adoption process is a long one and can oftentimes be draining and difficult on both the parents and the child, so this piece of paper symbolizes the gift of a lifetime that this boy will cherish forever.
So, just remember that it's not always the materialistic things that bring joy into someone's life…instead, it's the moments and the memories.


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U-S officials say a videotape showing Osama bin Laden boasting about the September 11 attacks on the United States seals his guilt as the person behind the suicide hijackings.
Secretary of State Colin Powell says now there can be no doubt the Saudi-born fugitive is responsible for killing more than three thousand people in the attacks in New York City and outside Washington.
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The Pentagon released the hour-long amateur tape Thursday along with an English translation. The tape was apparently made in November in the southern Afghanistan city of Kandahar and obtained by U-S forces.
It shows Osama bin Laden discussing the attacks with two other people, including another al-Qaida leader (Ayman al-Zawahiri, who U-S officials say was involved in plotting the attacks).
In the tape, Osama bin Laden says he knew five days in advance about when the hijackers would strike and tuned to radio broadcasts to confirm the attacks had taken place.
The al-Qaida leader describes in chilling detail how he calculated the expected losses from crashing the four airplanes and said the destruction of New York's World Trade Center exceeded his hopes. He says he expected several floors of the twin towers would collapse. Instead, the entire buildings came down.
Osama bin Laden admits sending the hijackers to the United States, but says they only knew they were on "a martyrdom operation." He reveals that some of the 19 hijackers were told about the nature of the suicide mission just before they boarded the planes.
U-S officials say numerous tests conducted on the videotape show it is authentic. The tape was found inside a house in the eastern Afghan city of Jalalabad, but U-S officials have refused to provides any details about how or when the tape was acquired.


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Why can't you just be faithful?
Any man who has ever been on the receiving end of that question, whether dodging crockery or wiping away his wife's tears, knows that some women really want an answer. Do men who cheat really outnumber their female counterparts? Is infidelity in marriage more natural to men than women? And do some husbands think that "monogamy" is a board game?
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Civic organizations are primarily place based organizations that serve a smaller defined area of the City of Lansing. Organizations, while representing unique interests and participating in various social activities, generally focus their efforts in a specific portion of the community but also represent a broad range of stakeholders. The organization must be registered as a non-profit entity with the State of Michigan, or, if not registered, organized as an entity or association with a written Charter or Articles of Organization (or bylaws) that state its purpose; subject to review by the Department of Neighborhoods and Citizen Engagement.
Decisions about the eligibility of an organization are at the prevue of the City of Lansing's Department of Neighborhoods & Citizen Engagement with the advisement of the Neighborhood Advisory Board.
If your civic organization is not registered, you can do so at here. Neighborhood organizations, associations and watches are the preferred grant recipients. All projects must impact a neighborhood in the City of Lansing.
- Projects of all sizes up to $5,000 will be considered to receive funding.
- Organizations may apply for more than one project.
- Applicants should complete separate applications for each project.
- Applicants must indicate which project is their top priority on their application.
- Funds cannot be spent on commercial, private, or rental properties; gift cards; political, religious, or satanic items; alcohol, tobacco, fireworks, marijuana, illegal substances, or firearms.
- Funds should not be spent on labor. Labor consists of, but is not limited to, wages for labor, entertainment fees, honorarium, or travel. Neighborhood volunteer and in-kind contributions should be sought for projects. Some exceptions for technical work will be considered. Projects that require special equipment (i.e. licensed operation services) will be considered.
- All activities must take place inside the City of Lansing.
Direct all questions to:
Department of Neighborhoods and Citizen Engagement
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Forms & Resources
2019-2020 Programs Launch PowerPoint The Grant Guidelines have been updated for the 2019-2020 Grant Cycle. Read to learn more about the grant application process and the limitations for using grant funding.
2019-2020 Grant Guidelines
2019-2020 Civic Organization Registration Form
2019-2020 Mini Grant Application
2019-2020 Neighborhood Grant Application
2019-2020 Grant Extension Form
2019-2020 Final Grant Report
Additional Program Applications:
Walking Wednesday 2020 Application
Neighborhoods In Bloom 2020 Application
BWL Tree Planting Program 2020 Application
Neighborhood Clean Ups 2020 Application
Zoo in Your Neighborhood 2020 Application
2018-2019 Grant Final Report
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The CW has released an official description for the May 8 episode of The Flash, which is apparently full of Harrisons, none of whom is Michelle Harrison who plays Barry's mother Nora.
Here's the write-up for "Harry and the Harrisons." All's Wells that ends Wells, right?
THE TEAM TURNS TO AMUNET BLACK FOR HELP — With DeVoe's Enlightenment device nearly complete, in order to disable it The Flash (Grant Gustin) and his team must put their faith in an unlikely ally – Amunet Black (guest star Kattee Sackhoff). Meanwhile, Harry (Tom Cavanagh) hits an all-time low when the "Council of Wells" kicks him out but then Cisco (Carlos Valdes) introduces him to the "Council of Harrisons." Kevin Mock directed the episode written by Judalina Neira & Lauren Certo (#421). Original airdate 5/8/2018.


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"I believe in the energy of art, and through the use of that energy, the artist's ability to transform his or her life and, by example, the lives of others." ~Audrey Flack
***This post was originally published July 29th, 2014. It is being re-posted as part of my quotes challenge, which was given to me by the lovely Sarah over at Secret Art Expedition.
Want to take up something that calms your mind, connects you with your surroundings and leaves you with something tangible to show for it? Try sketchbook journaling!
Sketchbook journaling has been a fun addition to my life during the last few years and I must say it becomes addictive. With almost no materials required to get started (a pencil and notebook paper work!) and a growing community of sketchers worldwide, it seems like the perfect creative habit to pick up.
My goal is to make it a daily practice, and so here is a peeks into what I have been working on. If you too are a sketcher as well, do share! I would love to see what you have created. Inspiration comes from what we surround ourselves with, and I am so grateful to have inspiration abound reflected back at me.
Happy Tuesday people. Make it a great one.


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Ajaccio Ferries
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Please note that the information provided is correct to the best of our knowledge at the time we have received the same information from the Ferry Operators. The situation is changing rapidly and we will try to keep the website updated as soon as we receive updates from the ferry companies.
Ajaccio Routes
7 crossings weekly11 hr 15 min
infrequent crossings4 hr
7 crossings weekly6 hr 30 min
Book a ferry to Ajaccio with AFerry. Ferries to Ajaccio, in Corsica, are available from France and Sardinia. You can take a ferry to Ajaccio from Marseille, Nice, Porto Torres and Toulon.
Ajaccio Ferry Companies
Ferries to and from Ajaccio are operated by Corsica Linea, Corsica-Sardinia Ferries and La Meridionale. Because 3 ferry companies operate in and out of Ajaccio, comparing can be very useful to help you find the best price at the best time for you. When you search for a ferry to Ajaccio, we will always show a range of times just in case it's cheaper earlier or later than the time you select. We'll also show you results for similar ports like Bonifacio, Porto Vecchio and Propriano to help you find the best times and prices to suit your plans.
Ajaccio ferries with Corsica Linea, Corsica-Sardinia Ferries and La Meridionale are known for their comfort and high levels of service, and you will feel like your holiday has begun the moment you step on board. Travelling to Ajaccio will be easy and hassle free. Start by making your booking today, it's quick and easy.
About Ajaccio
Ajaccio is the capital city of Corsica and one of the the best ports from which to get to the island from mainland France and Sardinia.
Ferries to and from Ajaccio
Corsica Ferries offer excellent cabins, bars, self-service and a la carte restaurants, children's playrooms, swimming pools, solariums and shops. A wide choice of cabins helps you relax and feel at home whilst on board.
La Méridionale offers cabins and a range of comfortable seats, welcoming staff and quality cuisine prepared on board. All of this helps to make a magical experience helped by the musical Corsican atmosphere.
SNCM is a major ferry company operating from Corsica to southern mainland France and provide modern well equipped ferries and excellent levels of service.
Ajaccio Port
Ajaccio ferry port is located on the west coast of the island of Corsica. Two ferry companies operate from Ajaccio ferry port offering frequent sailings to mainland France and to Sardinia. The port is well located near Ajaccio town centre offering easy access to shops and restaurants.
Ajaccio port facilities
Long and short term parking facilities are available at the Ajaccio Ferry terminal with special provision for people with disabilities.
Getting to Ajaccio
Ajaccio Ferry Port is well connected to the main roads of Corsica. If you are arriving at the port from Bastia or southern Corsica, follow the Cours Napoleon until you arrive at Griffi square, then follow the signs to the Ajaccio ferry port.
Ajaccio Ferry Port is well connected to the main railway lines of Corsica, two train companies operate out of the Ajaccio train station, with connections to all parts of the island.
Ajaccio Map
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Port Addresses
La Meridionale
Gare Maritime d'Ajaccio, Quai L'Herminier, 20000 Ajaccio, Corsica
Corsica-Sardinia Ferries
Gare Maritime d'Ajaccio, Quai L'Herminier, 20000 Ajaccio,
Corsica Linea
Gare Maritime d'Ajaccio, Quai L'Herminier, 20000 Ajaccio, Corsica
10 Jul 2019Good but dinner chaotic
All went well very easy to get tickets at the port Good cabin large public areas and deck space Only thing wrong We treated our self's to dinner on board This dinner not cheap but the food nothing to get the taste buds going rather limitted choice and the service we got our desert before our starter The main course took a very long time to arrive One man fell asleep at his table he waited so long You had to point out your table to about two people before you received the correct bill So to sum up good ferry crossing but eat before you sail David
Review by DAVID HUGHES
29 Jun 2018Marseille to Ajaccio with La Meridionale
Overall a great experience with AFerry and Meridionale. Check in at Marseille and collecting our tickets (AFerry sent us a reference number, not tickets) was all very efficient. I had also paid for restaurant meals - but after booking the ferry - and we collected our tickets for these at check in too, no problem. Only had to queue to go through security check (bag search) before boarding ferry. Very impressed they have escalators on the ferry, as we had suitcases! Ferry left and arrived on time. Very smooth crossing. Cabin very clean. Restaurant was good. A lovely start our holiday.
Review by Anon
13 Oct 2016Old and dated ferry, along too expensive
Long lines for check in, check in staff was rude but on board staff was courteous.
Review by Anon
05 Jul 2016Good but chilly.
I have made this trip a number of times. The staff are nearly all Italian and speak French with a thick accent and not much English so they can be difficult to follow. The food and drinks are OK and not badly priced. The reason for the lower mark is that I had booked a lounger seat and the temperature in the lounge was very cold. I am not someone who normally feels the cold but I ended up sleeping fully dressed with a sweater and could have done with a sleeping bag. If you leave your warm clothing in your vehicle it is not possible to get to it after the boat leaves the port.
Review by Peter Easter
25 Jun 2016Corsican adventure
Overall we were very impressed with the quality of accommodation, food and staff. However, we were less than impressed with actually finding where to check in at both Marseilles and Ajaccio. In fact at Ajaccio the man on the gate was less than helpful and ill informed. In future it might be better for the company to issue clearer, more precise instructions. PS. I am a fluent French speaker and still found it very difficult.
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There are so many competition shows on television today, many wondered how could NBC create a series that would top the successful shows they already have in their line-up?
The answer was simple: get some of the top hitmakers in the game, link them as mentors to up-and-coming producers and songwriters and then let a mega-star pick and record the song. Scout the hidden jewel. Gift the artists with the jewels. Create a career for that jewel, thus changing their life.
Let's face it, it is pretty extraordinary that the hit show can boast that they have produced multiple chart-topping hits including six songs that have achieved a #1 ranking on an iTunes music chart. "Greenlight" by Jonas Brothers, "Better Luck Next Time" by Kelsea Ballerini, "Be Nice" by Black Eyed Peas, Shadow" by Macklemore ft. IRO, "Solo Quiero (Somebody to Love)" by Leona Lewis, Cali y El Dandee and Juan Magán and "We Need Love" by John Legend.
READ MORE: 7Xs Grammy Award-Winning Will.I.AM Gives New Songwriter A Chance On Hit Show 'Songland'
In addition to the chart-topping song "Be Nice," will.i.am chose to put all three songs on the upcoming Black Eyed Peas album. He so loved one song, that he went and got Snoop Dogg to hop on the track and later included him in the music video for the show. These are not the only successes from the show. Aloe Blacc got one of his songs placed on Universal Pictures' blockbuster film "Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw," and Old Dominion found a song for a Jeep® brand commercial, in which Jeep® chose to feature the winning songwriter.
The show has exceeded all kinds of expectations, and now NBC has renewed the hit songwriting competition series Songland for a second season.
Songland averaged a 1.2 rating in adults 18-49 and 5.2 million viewers overall in "live plus seven day" Nielsens. After only a little over a month of digital and linear delayed viewing, including encores, Songland has grown to a 1.9 rating in 18-49 and 7.6 million viewers overall. These numbers helped make the show the summer's #1 new alternative series.
READ MORE: "Songland" Brings NBC Highest-Rated Summer Series Debut in Two Years
Part of the show's success can be linked to key music partnerships intended to expand the show's reach. Collaborating with iHeartRadio, the show has produced an exclusive podcast series that has garnered over 1.7 million listeners. They have also partnered with BMG for a recording and publishing contract to those songwriters that either won or were a runner ups on the program. This partnership assisted the snowmakers with music distribution to such outlets as Apple Music, iTunes, Spotify, and Pandora.
The series' format looks at the creative process behind songwriting.
READ MORE: Ester Dean Will Mentor Upcoming Songwriters on NBC's 'Songland'
The show features powerhouse producer-mentors Ryan Tedder (lead singer of OneRepublic and Grammy Award-winning producer of Adele, Beyoncé, Taylor Swift and Jonas Brothers), Ester Dean (Grammy-nominated songwriter and producer of Rihanna, Katy Perry and Nicki Minaj) and Shane McAnally (Grammy-winning songwriter and producer of Kacey Musgraves, Kelly Clarkson and Sam Hunt with 40 #1 country records).
Think you got what it takes to make it in this business? Well, check out www.songlandcasting.com and apply for a chance to get on this up and coming season.


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If there's ever been a time of your life when you lived by the clock, waking up, getting dressed, organizing breakfast, dropping kids to school, getting in to work, picking kids from school, dropping them off for baseball practice, catching a hurried sandwich, getting back to work… you already know what logistics management is all about. Logistics management is a crucial function in most companies, and can pose challenges that even Superman would balk at. Think of it as the backbone – central to survival, but rarely seen. logistics freight company
The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals, who know a thing or two define logistics management as that part of Supply Chain Management that plans, implements and controls the efficient, effective forward and reverse flow and storage of goods, services and related information between the point of origin and the point of consumption in order to meet customers' requirements. Simply put, it is all about ensuring that inputs get to the manufacturing site on time so that the output gets to the customers on time. Naturally, in order to do that, the logistics team needs to know where each input or output is at any point in time.
With that oversimplified definition if we've given you the impression that logistics management is kid stuff, nothing could be further from the truth. Get a load of this – the scope of logistics management covers inward and outward transportation, storage and material handling, order fulfillment, managing inventory, planning supply and demand and even designing the complete logistics network! If that wasn't enough, sometimes logistics managers are also involved in production processes, right from sourcing and planning to packaging and customer service. Logistics management is therefore a "synthesizing" function – it cuts across functional boundaries and helps integrate them. No wonder that 95% of CEOs in the United States believe that they need to have a specific strategy for logistics.
Did you know that companies spend over 10% of their revenues on logistics? Yet, logistics management is still manual process in many organizations, dependent upon fax, phone and human intervention. However, it won't be long before more and more businesses resort to automated solutions for managing their logistics needs. That's why it's worth taking a quick look at logistics management software.
The focus of logistics management software is on execution, rather than planning. That's why they are capable of working with huge amounts of live data and making micro level decisions literally on a minute to minute basis. Typically, these systems have the following components:
o Inventory management system – manages stock of raw material, work in process and final goods. For example, the Affal Inventory System 1.7, is supposed to be ideal for small and medium sized businesses.
o Order management system – provides an in-depth view of the order at various stages of its life cycle
o Warehouse management system – tells you all you need to know about your inventory, stores and stock levels, as it happens
o Transportation management system – looks at the transportation needs in totality – right from choosing routes and carriers to working out a delivery schedule
o Yard management system – helps to make time and space irrelevant! With this system, businesses can extend control to outside locations such as the dockyard
So, maybe you're still thinking what are the real advantages that a logistics management software solution brings to any business, besides ensuring that various materials are amazingly in the right place at the right time? Take a look.
o Automated processes mean reduced deployment of personnel
o Holistic approach leads to reduced transportation and distribution cost
o Greater visibility of processes means improved customer service
o Efficiencies lead to shortened cycle time


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A long time ago in a warehouse not that far away…
On 1st September 2018, Westco Flow Control Ltd changed its name to COMAP UK Ltd. But how did we get to where we are now?
While COMAP has been operating internationally since 1947, in the UK our story began almost forty years ago, when Westco opened a small warehouse unit in Oldham, Lancashire in 1977.
Here's our story so far!
- Westco launched one of its first iconic products; the Cosmos radiator valve. This was the only valve in the industry at the time to offer both wheelhead and lockshield tops
- Our business cemented its position as an innovator, moving with the times and introducing a continuous stream of new, sleekly designed, labour-saving items. Including one of our most popular product lines, the original Westherm thermostatic radiator valve!
- In 1997 Westco acquired plumbing parts specialist, Dewhurst Distribution
- In 2001 we moved to our current 57,000sq ft warehouse and distribution centre in Leigh, Greater Manchester
- We swiftly added our own state-of-the-art packaging plant for our bagged products
- The Westherm 6 is launched, proving just as popular and well designed as the very first Westherm, all those years ago!
- Westco is acquired in 2006 by Dutch industrial specialist Aalberts Industries
- The business continues to grow; supplying over 5,500 products to more than 3,500 independent and national accounts across the UK and Northern Ireland
- In 2018 – in response to changes in our business context and a strengthening of our global positioning -Westco changes its name to COMAP.
Despite our successful growth as a business, one thing remains the same; we are still committed to providing the UK's plumbing and heating professionals with the products they need to service every job.


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A poster on the EU B.net forums points to his newly-made sculpture of the Witch Doctor, and it's well worth a look. I'd love to see it painted, but even the plain white version reveals great details. You can see the three pictures below, and they've been added to our extensive Diablo 3 Fan Art gallery.
Click the images for much larger views.


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Lamborghini Gallardo-Powered Mustang Headed To Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale
There's never a shortage of insane car mashups online, and many are acquired tastes. This particular mashup involves a Lamborghini Gallardo and an S197 Ford Mustang that cost over $700,000 to build. What started life as a 2007 Mustang is now powered by a mid-mounted 5.0-liter V10 engine out of a Lamborghini Gallardo and backed by an E-Gear six-speed automatic transmission. Only a mere 2,600 miles grace the clock. The Tractorri name comes from Ferrucio Lamborghini's tractor manufacturing business in 1948.
Obviously, the car has been heavily modified for the Gallardo bits to run smoothly in a Mustang chassis. The car features a custom paint job, custom bodywork, fabricated front end, Porsche 911 Turbo turn signals, steel fender flares, and rocker moldings, as well as a super-modified rear that houses factory Lamborghini taillights. The interior was chopped up for the Gallardo dash to fit inside the Mustang and features custom Alcantara headliner, custom door panels, and custom-lit sill plates. It has been fitted with the Lamborghini HVAC, gauges, switches, and controls.
It is scheduled to cross the Barrett-Jackson auction block in Scottsdale January 12-20 with no reserve.


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Chainmaille steel band bracelet
Handcrafted stainless steel chain bracelet. This chain has a beautiful tightly woven texture and a snake-like appearance. The chain has a smooth sleek feel. I make this bracelet ring by ring. This bracelet was designed with a larger clasp, if you would prefer a clasp that isn't a feature I do have a smaller one available.
The rings used in this bracelet are 9mm across and 1.2mm thick, these give a nice weight to this bracelet. Both clasps are stainless steel. The large on is 31mm long, the small one, shown in the bottom photo, is 19mm. This bracelet can be made to the length you want, if you need help with this just contact me.
All items come packaged ready to give as a gift. I don't include a printed receipt. A detailed receipt is emailed to you immediately after your order is completed.
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Mac mini Late 2014 Hard Drive Replacement
Thank you, it was a walk in the park. I only encountered two problems: step 24, pulling the DC-in cable out and step 27 (on the reverse operation), making the AC connector back into the horizontal position. Also, the metallic clip from step 26 is a ##&&% to put back on, especially because there is no feedback if the clip is in the original position.


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The Board of Trustees requested comments on Saunders Hall from March to April leading up to their Thursday meeting, where they will vote on a package of proposals related to the renaming of Saunders Hall.
Out of 212 student responses, 183 requested the Board of Trustees rename Saunders Hall. There were 25 responses to keep the name and four responses that gave no suggestion. Of the students who wanted to rename Saunders Hall, about 34 percent requested the building be named after Zora Neale Hurston.
The names and email addresses of students who wrote in were redacted from the public record obtained by The Daily Tar Heel. Without a complete record, it is impossible to know if some students submitted multiple comments.
"I have to ask who is being protected," said Nikhil Umesh, an activist with The Real Silent Sam Coalition and former columnist for The Daily Tar Heel.


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Official site of Barerose Tokyo
Sunday, September 24, 2006
** Another new one from BareRose Toyko "Lederrock " **
What do you get when you cross lederhosen with a cute rock girl outfit?
Well lederrock of course! =)
Just in time for Octoberfest celebrations .
This cute outfit from June comes with all 4 colors shown on the ad .
Includes White shirt, white socks, flexy skirt and underskirt pants in 4 colors, and Jacket layer in 4 colors =)
Come see for yourself at Barerose Island In the New section area right by the tp landing.
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by Holly Keich
Raising a baby is hard work. Harder than you can ever imagine before arriving home with your beautiful, new bundle. It's a significant life change that requires 24/7 vigilance, love, understanding, compassion, and patience on just a few hours of interrupted sleep a day. I don't know about you, but that's a tall order for me. In fact, it's a tall order for many parents and in turn directly effects couples relationships with each other as well. In fact, 67% of couples become very unhappy with each other during the first 3 years of life. (1)
The relationship between parents can become the first thing to take a hiatus when baby arrives. But studies show that the best thing you can give your baby is a happy and strong relationship. So how do you do that when you're feeling overwhelmed and what used to be disagreements between the two of you turn into destructive fights?
Babies offer new things to fight over and before you know it you're even arguing over things you agree on. How does this happen? Disagreements become less about the content or what the real issues are and become arguments about how you fight. For example, you disagree about where the bottles should be placed in the dishwasher. It's an extension of your usual disagreement about the proper placement of dishes in the dishwasher. You think bottom shelf, he says top shelf. Instead of discussing the real issue, that you feel overwhelmed by this whole parenting thing and just want to do right by your child, you dig in and say he's wrong and here's why. He feels attacked when he was just trying to help and defends himself with a quick, snarky comeback.
All couples have arguments and disagree, it's part of life. That won't change, but how you relate to each other when there are conflicts could be significantly improved with just a few healthy conflict management skills. And Baby Makes Three by John Gottman, PhD and Julie Schwartz Gottman, PhD is a wonderful book that offer us guideposts for maintaining a relationship while parenting based on years of work with couples and a 13 year study that looked in detail at couples interactions after baby. Let's take a look at what they identified as healthy conflict management skills.
1. Soften How You Start the Discussion
As soon as the first word is said, you know there's a going to be trouble. Take a breath, check in with yourself. What are you feeling? How can we express what we need if we don't even know how we feel. Once you're clear with yourself, state how you feel, neutrally. Describe the situation and state what you do need, not what you don't need.
2. Accept Influence by Recognizing There are Two Valid Viewpoints
We've all heard there are two sides to every story, but in the midst of an argument, we're convinced that ours is the right side. Regardless, postpone your attempts to persuade your partner about how correct you are. Listen to your partners' story, ask questions and restate them so they know you were listening. Get communication flowing before adding in your side of the story. Remember you're in this together. If the boat sinks, your both going down and now the baby's coming with you.
3. Calm Down by Self Soothing
When we're in the midst of a fight it's likely that we're experiencing a heightened arousal state. And whether we realize it or not we become flooded. We move into a fight or flight state and our lower brain centers take control. It's hard if not impossible to be rational when in this state. So take a mommy and daddy time out for at least a 1/2 an hour. Reduce the adrenaline and cortisol release flooding your body. Don't sit and ruminate about the fight, unless you're focusing on your contribution, how you feel and what you need. If you're feeling completely beyond rational thought do something that is a soothing activity. Then schedule a time to get back together and reconvene the discussion.
4. Compromise
It can be hard to consider, but compromise is a daily staple of a healthy relationship. It's helpful to identify your core areas of need, things in which you can't yield. Then consider what areas have greater flexibility? Then discuss how you can come together on a solution.
5. The Aftermath of a Fight: Process and Understand It
Sometimes this needs to be a scheduled event. Find a time where you have the time to sit and discuss your feelings and point of view without blame. Realize that you have an active role in the argument as much as your partner. Take turns confessing the part you played in the drama. Then take a look at how you could make it better next time?
6. Figure Out the Conversation You Needed to Have Instead of the Fight
As we mentioned at the beginning of the article, often we end up arguing about superficial things when the real heart of the issue is much, much deeper. Each of us have our triggers, some we may not even realize until we're standing in the dust and debris after the smoke clears. Take a look at what triggers you more closely. Discuss your triggers with your partner so that they know these are the things that set you off and flood your brain with stress hormones. Delve into why these specific items are triggering. Where do they arise from – is it related to past experiences? How could you handle them differently? Make sure you each take time to listen to each other with compassion and avoid delving back into the argument. If that happens, take another parent time out and reconvene at another time.
7. Move From Gridlock to Dialogue When You Have Unsolvable Problems
Do you ever feel like you're having the same argument over and over. It's because you are. 69% of problems in the couples the Gottmans studied were repeats of the same issue. (2) Perpetual problems arise from fundamental differences in your personalities and lifestyle needs. In these scenarios, the Gottmans found that values, dreams, and personal philosophies also underlie our gridlocked positions. In order to gain a better understanding of ourselves and each other, we must become "dream detectives". You'll find more info here about what steps to take to undo the gridlock and make dialogue possible about these perpetual issues.
While these steps are extremely useful in cooling down heated situations in your relationship, there are many additional considerations to creating a healthy relationship after baby. Come join Marriage and Family Therapist, Lynn Brooks to take a deeper look at what makes a loving, connected relationship in We Become Three at Om Baby. We'll look at additional strategies and techniques to help you face this major life transition while turning towards each other for closeness and bonding, finding joy in your new family.
Holly Keich is the owner of Om Baby Pregnancy & Parenting Center in Camp Hill. She is a Licensed Social Worker, Yoga Instructor, Certified Infant Massage Instructor, Parent, Wife and adamant student in the school of life.


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There is no better way to see everything Benton Harbor has to offer than by getting behind the wheel of your Hertz rental car. Don't spend your time waiting for the bus or hailing taxis to go to the sights. Having your own ride enables you to go to the spots you want to see the most, when you want. Make your next vacation to Michigan more enjoyable with a Hertz car rental.
Benton Harbor is a perfect destination when you desire a break from rat race of a big city. Many travelers come to take advantage of Benton Harbor's opportunites for a day at the beach which is onlya short drive away. Whatever you decide on first, you'll want to take in as much of Benton Harbor as possible while on your trip. And if you need to mix it up from Benton Harbor's easy-going vibes, then get in the driver's seat of your Hertz rental car and see what else is out there.
We work with several of the finest businesses. Hertz has over a hundred years of car rental experience and a fleet including some of the most popular in the business, like Ford and Nissan. With Hertz impressive history and thousands of locations all over the world, you know you'll be in great hands.
CarRentals.com always tries to get you the lowest price, no matter when you reserve your vehicle. However, reserving your car ahead of your visit can help keep spending low. Make sure to check the mileage policy and keeping it to one driver will reduce your expense.
You will need to present your driver's permit and a credit card in your name.
Hertz's minimum age to rent a car in Benton Harbor is 21. Make sure to check Hertz's policy, as there could be limitations if you are under 25 in most cases or for higher category rentals in particular.
That depends on how many people you are traveling with and what you'll be doing when you visit Benton Harbor. Economy or compact automobiles are ideal for short commutes and are easier to park. If you are traveling with colleagues or family, then a SUV or a sedan is going to have more room and provide a more comfortable ride. If you are wanting to get the most out of your trip near Benton Harbor's coast, then go for a convertible for some fun under the sun.
In the United States you do need to have insurance before you rent a car from Hertz. Although many of the major card issuers, like Visa and MasterCard, provide some coverage, there are usually restrictions. For instance, they may not cover your rental car if you book a luxury or larger vehicle. Make sure to check credit card company's policy before you decide. Otherwise, as a United States citizen, you can also add on Collision Damage Coverage with CarRentals.com at checkout.
Hertz requires a deposit when you book your rental car. Hertz will block the deposit on your credit once you book your car for your trip to Benton Harbor. Please be aware that the deposit may vary greatly based on the make and model of the vehicle.
We encourage a full to full policy. You receive the car with full tank, and you should return it topped off. If you want to save some money, it is best to fill up your tank before you bring it back to Hertz.
Benton Harbor's small-town atmosphere certainly has its charms, however you may want to hit the road again after you've spent a day at the beach or checked off all the activities in Benton Harbor.
Hertz offers one-way rentals in most cases. You may find it more convenient to drop off your rental car at another location. However, there may be an additional fee when you opt for one-way.
Once you've checked off the must-see sights in Benton Harbor, having your own ride will allow you to see what else Michigan offers. When you are ready to see more of Michigan, you can drive when you like, without trying to hail a taxi or sign up for a ride-share.
Before you head out of town, book your Hertz Benton Harbor rental car and zip off to take in all the must-see sights at your own pace. Book with CarRentals.com and drive the highway in Benton Harbor, Michigan.


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Seen in the St. Pete Times-Floridian:
Anyone who has had a bright child who is bored in school will empathize with the family of New Port Richey's Sharon Jacobs. Sharon's daughter-in-law, a single mother of two children who has very limited financial resources, has decided to homeschool her first- and fourth-grade students. Because he is bored, the younger child is becoming uncooperative in class, and it is hoped that homeschooling will permit him to progress at his own pace.
Because money is tight, Sharon is looking for homeschooling books for the first and fourth grades. Please call her at (727) 236-5334 if you have books these children may use.


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ARC Review: The God Game by Danny Tobey
I wish that I enjoyed this book more than I did, friends. Reading this book was a wild ride of emotions for me because I was interested in the story but also was disengaged from it. The book felt really long while reading it. By the time I was at 85%, I wanted to DNF the book but forced myself to finish since I was so close to the end. Part of me wanted to know. I wish I hadn't. This book has no discernible meaning or purpose; it is just chaotic neutral.
"'What you want, gentlemen and lady, is to play God! Turn social order upside down. Claim what should be yours. Go from duds to studs! And so I give you … the God Game!'"


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DAVIDSON -- JP Kuhlman scored a career-high 24 points to lead Davidson to an 84-74 victory over Georgia Southern on Saturday night.
Kuhlman was 10-for-14 from the free throw line and Jake Cohen added 18 points as the Wildcats (12-11, 7-4 Southern Conference) won their fourth straight game.
DavidsonWildcats.com: Will Archambault collected 12 points and five rebounds, while Brendan McKillop scored 15 points. Freshman Nik Cochran added nine points off the bench. ... Archambault fouled out in the contest, leaving the senior one point shy of 1,000 for his career. ... Davidson is now 6-2 against SoCon South Division opponents. JP: "We knew coming into this season, that we would have an equal opportunity. That is the way we want to play, and we were able to do it again tonight." McKillop: "We attacked the pressure. If you let the pressure put the brakes on you, then you're going to be in trouble, because then you play right into the hands of the press. We will always try to attack the press and take advantage of the floor space that opens up as a result of the pressure." Highlights.


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Natural hickory logs with the bark still on is as rustic as it comes. Take these beautiful natural logs and handcraft them into a rustic coffee table base and pair it with a thick reclaimed barn wood coffee table top and you have rustic bliss. The barnwood planks come from 100 to 150 year old Midwestern barns. The character and natural color tones can not be replicated in fresh wood. This coffee table will tell a story of Americana. Whether you are furnishing a lodge, cabin, camp, ranch or home, this log coffee table will add rustic charm like no other.
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H B Auto & AC will remain open as long as we are able, with limited hours.
Please request an appointment online or call the shop to schedule. We will update our voicemail with any changes in operation. We do have a key drop box so we are able to avoid in-person contact and have the ability to take payments over the phone. In addition every car interior will be wiped down with disinfectant wipes prior to and after our services. STAY SAFE!
Customer Service is our hidden super power. Here's what our customers are saying about us around the web.
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HB Auto & AC
7332 Autopark Drive Huntington Beach, CA, 92648
Email [email protected]
John the best!
Thank you for the kind review Bryan, give us a call if you ever need anything.
Chris and the staff provide excellent service and go that extra mile to help.
Thank You Denise, it's always a pleasure to help.
They were able to give me a ride home immediately which made it much easier on me to get it there for the fix. I always get treated great when I take my car or truck in. Thanks guys
Thank you John, anytime you need anything, just give us a call or stop by.
I have had my Toyota 4Runner serviced by HB Auto and AC for the last few years after using a Toyota Dealership for years. Chris and his team have always provided courteous and knowledgeable service at a fair price. I now take my Kia Optima to HB Auto as well. I like that the owner and mechanics are always available to explain the service and options available.
Thank you Gary, always a pleasure to see you.
Chris and his team do an amazing job every time. I've brought my car in before for brake fluid flushes, brake pad and rotor replacements, and oil changes and they always offer a complimentary diagnostic analysis for the entire car's system. It's a very thorough and accountable service. I took my car in for a routine oil change and bulb replacement and they were quick, efficient, and friendly. I was out in the time frame they promised and it was easy on the wallet. I'd definitely recommend bringing your car here!
Thank you A. Sidun, it's always a pleasure to see you and work on your vehicle.
HB Auto and AC has won the business for my daughter's new car. This is the 4th car I've had them maintain for our family. They provide excellent and friendly service at a very reasonable price. A special shoutout to Josh and Lisa for going the extra mile. Thanks again from the Belme family.
Thank you for the kind review, please let us know if you need anything.
Hb Auto is the only shop I will bring my Jeep. A very pleasant experience every time. Thanks to Chris and his knowledgeable team...
Thank you Greg, we look forward to seeing you next time.
Excellent customer service. I have brought my car here for almost 2 years. They always explain what I need to have done. I had them fix my AC and an oil leak. Had my oli changed. They brought me home when I needed to leave my car for the day, and even offered to pick me up if I needed a ride when it was done. Every one is very friendly and makes me feel that that they care about their customers. My key clicker case had broken being over 14 years old so I wasn't able to attach it to my key ring anymore Josh told me I could get a new case on Amazon and it would be easy to switch out. He said if I needed help to do that to bring it in and he would do it for me! I got the case on Amazon for $7.95 and I couldn't figure out how to do it....I took it in and he fixed it for me!!!3 That's really an example of great customer service! Thank you!!!
I typically work on my own cars and am pretty picky so I'm always cautious when going to a new (new to me) shop for service. I had 2 cars serviced (both AC recharged) by HB Auto & AC and I'm 100% pleased with their work. Lisa is a pleasure to work with as she's friendly, knowledgeable and straight to the point. The team in back are real "car guys" and are knowledgable and passionate about the cars they are working on. Great team and I'd wholeheartedly recommend them for your auto AC needs.
Great customer service in every department. Pleasant check-in, thorough work-through on problems and repairs, free loaner if necessary, terrific management team. Highly satisfied.


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- My Rating: [B-], I gave it a (3.5 of 5) on Ratebeer.com
CoCoNut PorTer – Maui Brewing Co, 6.0% ABV, 355ml, (Lahina, Maui, Hawaii)
why aluminum? they say:
- eliminates light damage
- reduce the risk of light damage
- lighter
- chill quicker
- most recycled and most eco-friendly material
my thoughts on aluminum cans:
- do not keep contents cold due to the thinness of material
- seem to be less carbonated (though this can was sufficiently so)
- seem to lose carbonation faster (due to the straight shape vs tapered neck of bottles)
- tendency to lose CO2 over time. ie. cannot store for a prolonged duration.
- Style: (Coconut) Flavoured Porter
- Taste: Crisp light coconut sweet roasted malt chocolate cola
- Where I got it: Bottle Jockey (Burnaby)
- How much: $15 – 4×12 fl.oz., July 2014
- Do I love this enough to drink it again: no
- Would I recommend this to beer aficionados: yep, a nice clean porter
Visual: 4-pack aluminum can. Pours jet black with a large dissipating head, swampy retention, stickly lacing, lots and lots of tight micro streams along the perimeter.
Nose: sweet malty roasted coffee. (lvl-6)-pungency
Attack: crisp, incoming malts
Mid-palate: light fizzy, (lvl-6)-sweetness, (MAIN) subtle toasted coconut, medium-roast malt, hints of licorice
Finish: chocolate, off-dry bitter roast, COLA, sour undertones, residual dry cacao nib
Summary: Good agreeable texture and flavours, with the toasted coconut adding a slight nutty element.


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Our top priority is to listen to our patients' needs, and help each woman select the right method of birth control for her. The method that's right for you will depend on a number of factors, including your age, medical history, your desire to have children, and your family history of certain illnesses.
It's common for a woman to use different birth control methods during different periods of her life. We're here to discuss your concerns and answer all of your questions about family planning.
There are two types of hormonal birth control pills available:
The combination pill, which releases synthetic versions of the hormones estrogen and progestin into the body.
The progestin-only pill, also called the "mini pill." Patients take one pill daily by mouth, preferably at the same time every day. If used correctly, both pills are 97-99% effective in preventing pregnancy.
Patients take one pill daily by mouth, preferably at the same time every day. If used correctly, both pills are 97-99% effective in preventing pregnancy.
NuvaRing is a small, flexible plastic ring which is inserted into the vagina. It releases hormones throughout the month, which eliminates the need to take a pill every day.
You'll insert a NuvaRing yourself at home, and leave it in place for 21 days. You'll then remove it for seven days, and insert a new one once the seven days are over.
An IUD (intra-uterine device) is a small, T-shaped plastic or copper device that is inserted into the uterus to prevent pregnancy. At Physicians for Women, we will insert the IUD and either remove or replace it at an appropriate time. There are two types of IUDs available:
The birth control implant is a flexible rod, about the size of a matchstick, that releases the hormone progestin into the body. An implant provides long-acting reversible contraception for up to three years. At our office, we'll place the rod under the skin of your upper arm through a small incision. It can be removed at any time. We will discuss your options with you at your appointment.
It's important for our patients to remember that the above methods of birth control do not protect against sexually transmitted diseases, including HIV. At your appointment, talk to your gynecologist about whether you should get tested for sexually transmitted infections. We're here to answer any questions you have about birth control and STIs.
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Chopped Thai Satay Salad with Peanut-Ginger Dressing
Chopped Thai Satay Salad with Peanut-Ginger Dressing , By recipes.ataaz.co .
Total Time: 25 Minutes, Servings: 2 Servings
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If you love Thai chicken satay or the peanut sauce that accompanies it, you will love this "chopped satay salad." It's essentially chopped vegetables + flavorful dressing + herbs + toasted nuts. It comes together relatively quickly (especially if you have a food processor) and is infinitely customizable given the produce you have access to at the moment as well as to your tastes and preferences.
Total Time: 25 Minutes, Servings: 2 Servings
Ingredients :
For the salad:
- 1/2 cup raw, unsalted peanuts (or other nut)
- 1/2 head ( about 1.5 lbs.) green or red cabbage
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, optional
- 2 – 3 carrots (about 1/2 lb.), unpeeled, ends trimmed
- 2 small beets (about 1 lb.), unpeeled, ends trimmed, see notes above
- 3 to 6 scallions, thinly sliced
- 1 cup fresh cilantro, roughly chopped For the dressing:
- 1/4 cup peanut butter or other nut butter
- 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 2 garlic cloves, finely minced or grated
- 2 teaspoons grated (or finely minced) fresh ginger
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- pinch cayenne, optional
- Flaky sea salt such as Maldon
Instructions :
- Make the salad: Heat the oven to 350ºF. Spread the peanuts out in a single layer on a small baking dish. Transfer pan to oven and toast till lightly golden, about 10 minutes.
- Shred the cabbage finely and transfer to a large bowl. If your cabbage is a little tough, sprinkle it with the 1/2 teaspoon salt. Toss. Briefly massage. Set aside.
- Fix your food processor with the shredder attachment. Send the carrots down the food chute and shred. Transfer to bowl with cabbage. Repeat with beets, transferring beets to the bowl as well.
- Make the dressing. In a medium bowl, stir together the peanut butter, lime juice, ginger, garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, and maple syrup. Season with a pinch of sea salt. Stir until smooth. If necessary, thin with water a tablespoon at a time. Consistently, I've been adding 2 tablespoons of water.
- Add dressing to the bowl with the cabbage, carrots and beets. Toss to coat. Add the scallions, cilantro, and peanuts, and toss again. Serve or transfer to storage containers and store in fridge.
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Passenger trains between Ann Arbor and Traverse City, Michigan, would attract 1.5 million riders a year and generate $100 million in annual revenue by 2040 according to a study released on Monday.
The Groundwork Center for Resilient Communities has released the results of an initial study that explores track repair, operating costs and potential revenue of a passenger rail line along an existing, mostly state-owned railroad corridor between Ann Arbor and the Traverse City and Petoskey regions.
"As travel to the Traverse City region increases, the train could take thousands of cars off the roads and provide people with a direct, downtown-to-downtown connection between Michigan's cities," says Groundwork Deputy Director, Jim Bruckbauer.
The study team says even at 60 miles per hour, trains would capture roughly 380,0000 existing trips taken by car along the corridor every year.
To test the market, the study team recommends launching low cost "special event" trains and then building the service as interest and demand grows.
The line would also serve approximately 90,000 university students who live along the route.
"The passenger rail project will be valuable in attracting the next generation workforce that wants to live and thrive in Michigan without always depending on a car to get around," Bruckbauer added. "Trips Up North or downstate often feel too far to drive, yet too close to fly."
The study outlines several operating speeds, costs and potential ridership associated with each option.
Today, the Federal Railroad Administration allows "special event," or excursion train service, to operate on most tracks. Achieving daily 60-mile-per-hour service, which would create a five-hour travel time between Ann Arbor and Traverse City, would require about $40 million in capital costs, according to the study.
110 mile-per-hour trains would require nearly a billion dollars in track upgrades, but would cut the travel time to three and half hours and attract nearly five times the numbers of riders and revenue as a 60-mile-per-hour train.
The study was funded by a Federal Transit Administration grant program, the Michigan Department of Transportation, the Petoskey Downtown Management Board, the Petoskey Area Visitors Bureau, the City of Traverse City, Traverse City Tourism, the City of Alma, and Washtenaw County. Other funding partners include Rotary Charities of
Traverse City, the Les and Anne Biederman Foundation, the National Association of REALTORS® and the Traverse Area Association of REALTORS®.
In 2019, the Michigan Department of Transportation is expected to repair several miles of tracks near Traverse City, which might allow special events train service to run directly to Traverse City as soon as 2020.
Summary of study: groundworkcenter.org/railstudysummary
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"1 2 Switch Bodies!" is the 282nd episode of SML Movies.
Bowser Junior and Jeffy switch bodies while playing 1 2 Switch on the Nintendo Switch and have to find out how to switch back to their original bodies!
Junior is very excited to have a Nintendo Switch console. He calls Cody to guess what he has. At first, Cody gets upset, thinking Junior has a boyfriend, but Junior corrects him by saying that he has a Nintendo Switch. Cody denies saying that he doesn't. Junior said he does and got it from commenting on a YouTube Video.
Cody asked Junior if it was a Nintendo logo on a Light Switch and Junior continues to deny saying that it's real. Cody said fine and Junior then tells Cody to bring Joseph along. Jeffy then came along asking what Junior is doing and Junior said he got the Nintendo Switch. Junior said he needed to get the controller off so Jeffy decided to cut it off but at the very moment, Junior came and said that he just had to lift the controllers up and Jeffy said he did it wrong. They then decided to play 1 2 Switch and they look each other in the eye with the controller Switch. Then, they got struck by lightning and woke up with their bodies switched. Jeffy ran off somewhere, and Junior was looking for help from Cody, Joseph and Chef Pee Pee. Joseph ran home, and Chef Pee Pee and Cody tried to help. They wanted Junior to explain what happened, and for some reason they re-enacted it. As he was explaining it, Chef Pee Pee and Cody switched bodies. Once again, while Cody was in Pee Pee's body, and he went to go screw Bowser.
- Bowser Junior
- Jeffy
- Chef Pee Pee
- Cody
- Joseph
- Mario (cameo)
- Bowser (cameo)
- Logan Thirtyacre (post-video)
- Chilly Jimenez (mentioned)
- Charleyyy (mentioned)
- Thomas (indirect appearances)
- Ken (mentioned)
- This is the third body switch episode, the first being Switching Bodies!, and the second being Life Is Ruff!. This is also the third time that Junior switches bodies in an episode.
- fourth was Jeffy's Switcheroo!
- This is the first time we see Bowser Junior poop in the sink after the gag was in Jeffy Gets Potty Trained!, Jeffy's Bad Word!, and Inside Jeffy.
- This is the second time Bowser Junior and Chef Pee Pee switch bodies but this time, Bowser Junior switches bodies with Jeffy and Chef Pee Pee switches bodies with Cody.
- This is the first time Jeffy switches bodies with someone.
- The whole body-swap process is nearly identical to that in the Aqua Teen Hunger Force Episode, "Rabbit, not Rabbot," where both body swap processes required the swappers to look each other in the eyes so a lightning strike would switch their brains around (though, unlike said episode, no urination is required)
- There are 2 references to SuperPowers!:
- Bowser Junior mentions the time that Cody screwed with Bowser from said episode, and Cody actually bangs Bowser again.
- The way that the lightning strikes the characters to switch bodies is the same method on how Junior and his friends get superpowers.
- Cody references the light switch with the Nintendo logo on it from the previous episode, Nintendo Switch.
- Bowser Junior breaks the 4th wall by saying he won the Nintendo Switch in the previous videos' contest.
- In addition, the comment that Bowser Jr. mentioned was an actual winning comment for the last video.
- This is the second time we see a Nintendo Switch.
- Mario is the only character who is unaware that Junior and Jeffy switched bodies.
- This is the second time Jeffy was attempting to take the controllers off again with a chop saw and it is a reference to Nintendo Switch.
- But this time, Junior stops him and teaches him the correct way to take off the controllers.
- For the second time in a row, a contest for a Nintendo Switch happened and Logan appeared instead of there being an SML question.
- This implies that an SML Question won't be in any of the upcoming March 2017 videos.
- This SML Movie references a lot of past videos.
- This is the second time Bowser Junior wears a diaper, the first being Bowser Junior Gets Potty Trained!
- When Chef Pee Pee says that his mouth tasted a plastic, it's possible that he is referring to Ken.
- At the beginning of the video, 1-2-Switch, The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Super Bomberman R can be seen on Junior's Nintendo Switch.
- It is revealed that Junior To be the Same as Jeffy also hates Green Beans.
- This is the second video about the Nintendo Switch.
- This is the sixth time Joseph runs away in shock.
- Jeffy's voice has changed a bit from this video onwards.
- This episode was uploaded 1 year after The Alien!
- Irony: The Switch was not connected to any power outlet so Junior and Jeffy couldn't get shocked also the lightning should have traveled through the pipes and wiring instead of shooting straight down onto the duo.


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Kids Make! Vegan Peppermint S-Creams!
Happy Halloween!
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This post contains instructions on how to make something really hideous, frightful and ghastly.
Don't say I didn't warn you!
Kids Make! Vegan Peppermint S-creams contain all plant-based ingredients and are so easy to prepare.
These peppermint S-creams were made by my son.
He had a boo-tiful time. Sorry couldn't resist!
These Vegan Peppermint S-Creams taste just like a Fry's Chocolate Cream Bar.
Happily for most plant-based and vegan consumers everywhere, Fry's Chocolate Cream Bars happen to be 'accidentally' vegan!
Aqua Faber replaces egg white!
Aqua faber is the water that is drained out of an ordinary tin of chickpeas. Its magic stuff.
Somehow the water that chickpeas is cooked in seems to leak natural, all plant-based components into the cooking water, and this unique combination creates a liquid that amazingly can replace egg whites in a variety of dishes.
For a more technical explanation check out the aquafaba wiki page.
Aqua faber can even be whipped up into meringues and pavlova!
Wonderfully you can make vegan marshmallows with aqua faber, and that's something my son and I will definitely be experimenting with soon.
I will post up a recipe for marshmallows once we've perfected it!
Vegan Peppermint S-Creams Photos:
Got some leftover melted chocolate?
If you have any leftover melted chocolate, or you could always melt some extra just so you do have some leftover, then why not create a makeshift vegan chocolate bar?
My son created a vegan chocolate bar called 'sour fish in mud'!
He used a packet of 'accidentally' vegan sour fizzy jelly fish!
Here is a link to Morrisons (supermarket/UK) so you can check the ingredients out.
You don't have to be vegan to enjoy making these plant-based Halloween sweet treats! They're for everyone to enjoy.
Vegan Peppermint S-Creams
- Mixing bowls
- Sieve
- tray
- baking parchment
- rolling pin
- 4-5 cm biscuit cutter
- electric whisk, or just use a hand whisk which is good exercise!
- pan and a little glass/ceramic bowl for melting the chocolate on the cooker top.
- weighing scale
- 1 tin Chickpeas, drained and water retained. Aqua faber is what the chickpea water is termed. This is the water that is drained out of a tin of chickpeas! Use the chickpeas for a different recipe.
- 50-55 grams aqua faber (see above) My son used 51 grams
- 450 grams icing sugar, sieved plus extra to dust the worktop and rolling pin
- 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract or essence My son used 1/4 tsp plus a few extra drops. Try it first with those quantities, taste, and if you'd like it mintier add a drop or two extra
- 100 grams vegan dark chocolate My son used about 50 grams of the melted chocolate. I used Dark chocolate Morrisons Savers (which is actually vegan now, see below for a link). This chocolate has a minimum of 40% cocoa solids.
- 1 tsp coconut oil this could be optional if your chocolate melts runny, it just helps with the chocolate texture for dipping the creams into.
- different coloured tubes of writing icing make sure these are vegan if your making 100% vegan creams. I've included a link below to Amazon where you can source vegan writing icing.
- Measure the aqua faber and whisk until it becomes frothed up and bubbly but not stiff peaks,
- Whisking may take a good few minutes to get the right consistency. It should be thick, white, bubbly and frothy. Prepare a tray, just place some parchment paper on top.
- Sieve the icing sugar into a separate bowl and add the whisked aqua faber a little at a time and mix so that it begins to come together. Also add the peppermint. My son used all the aqua faber and he scraped the sides of the bowl to remove it all. Possibly you could whisk 55 grams up then this would give you extra white froth in case you needed it.
- Press the dough together and knead quite firmly until it resembles a firm play dough/plasticine. Knead till it smooth.
- Dust your worktop and rolling pin and roll out till the dough till its just over 1/2 cm thick.
- Using a biscuit cutter, stamp out circles and lay on the baking tray. Just squish the dough back up and roll out again when you can't stamp any more out. My son made 20 creams. He also had 2 extra for testers. So 22 in total.
- Melt the chocolate. Place a saucepan on the cooker top with a smaller bowl inside and bring some water to the boil under the bowl.
- Break the chocolate up into squares and add 1 tsp of coconut oil. Don't let the water boil furiously. Just gentle simmer. You don't want any excess moisture in the melting chocolate otherwise it could seize up.
- After the chocolate has half melted, take it off the heat and with a metal spoon whisk it until the chocolate completely melts. Give the melted chocolate a little more whisking as this usually makes it shinier and smoother.
- Now dip each cream circle so that it gets a little hat. If you are not making faces you could dip half way in. Or even full dip the creams. But then you might need to melt more chocolate if your going to have all of the creams completely covered in chocolate. YUM!
- Leave the dipped creams to set on the baking parchment.
- Once set decorate with screaming faces. My son took inspiration from Edvard Munch's painting The Scream!
- You could always decorate differently!
- Leave the icing to set overnight if possible. The creams also need to set so that they get a kind of crispier outer coating. Though my son and I ate the tester ones he made that evening!
- If you have any melted chocolate left over then spread it out smooth onto a different piece of parchment paper and stick in any sweets, crumbled biscuits, dried fruit/nuts, vegan marshmallows, even some chopped grapes would be nice, into the chocolate and this will set into a scrummy makeshift chocolate bar! Place it in the fridge to go hard. My son used some vegan jellied fish to create a 'fish in mud' bar! Keep your bar in the fridge as it can get soft in the warm heat of the house.
- Peppermint S-creams should keep for quite a while (up to 2 months I would think), wrapped in foil and placed in an airtight container. Sugar is a pretty good preservative!
- Dark Chocolate Morrisons Savers, link to ingredients: https://uk.openfoodfacts.org/product/5010251536925/dark-chocolate-morrisons-savers
- To make frankenstein creams then you could colour the icing sugar with a few drops of green colour when you add the peppermint extract. Use the icing tubes to draw on the scary face!
- To make Day of The Dead creams then just decorate colourful skulls on the creams and maybe omit the chocolate dip.
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These would make excellent Christmas or other celebratory presents! Check out my other posts for exciting gift ideas for nature loving kids!
Kids Make! Vegan Peppermint S-creams
Let me know how you get on with this recipe. Post a comment below. I would love to see photos.
Add them to the Earth Cadets Education Facebook page here
This page is for everyone, not just kids! So grown-up kids are welcome to post to the FB page!
For families why not join the Earth Cadets Education Group and access tons of resources, activities and ideas for your child's environment, earth, climate change, animals,pets,people, oceans and plant-based education. And be part of a growing, supportive community!


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Limerick Library Services provides for the culture, education, information, learning, recreation and study needs of people of all ages in the county.
The aim of the Library Service is to act as a focal point for social and cultural life by extending the joys of reading, lifelong learning and discovery to all.
Search, browse and reserve items from our vast library of books, audio books, ebooks and DVDs with Limerick City and County Council's online library catalogue here.
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- Monday Closed
- Tuesday: 10am - 1pm & 2pm - 5pm
- Wednesday: 1pm - 5pm & 6pm - 8pm
- Thursday: 1pm - 5pm & 6pm - 8pm
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- Saturday: 10am - 1pm & 2pm - 5pm
- Closed on the Saturday of Bank Holiday weekends