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Watch Kate's Latest Vlog with Her Sister and LGBTQ Youth, Friends, and Allies from UtahMarch 5, 2010
Five Tips for Converting Others to the Gay CauseFebruary 9, 2010
by Abie Kopf | Change.org
We're all familiar with the more annoying practices of evangelism such as people who bike to our front doors or folks who hand out tracts after a ball game. But telling others about our beliefs is something that we don't do enough of in the gay community.
We might assume that people don't want to hear about gay rights or that they will attack us if we try to bring up who we are and what we're fighting for. Despite these fears, it's absolutely essential that we reach out to others. We're at a critical point in our fight for equality and we need all the soldiers we can get for the war on gay rights.
Gay advocates should take a cue from evangelicals because they've gotten the art of presenting their case down to a science, especially when it comes to converting others. The National Organization for Marriage website provides "Marriage Talking Points" that outline the best ways to talk about the dangers of same-sex marriage. These talking points are researched, they're thorough and they are absolutely frightening … because they work.
At the Creating Change Conference in Dallas this past weekend, I was fortunate to sit in on a session hosted by the Williams Institute that taught activists how to neutralize gay-rights opponents with factual evidence and current statistics. The know-how to confidently and thoughtfully debate gay issues might allow us to win a few over to our side, but there are some things to keep in mind before trying to convert gay non-believers.
Watch Jon Stewart Discuss Peter Vadala & William PhillipsNovember 23, 2009
Jorge and Will: Tragedy and HopeNovember 18, 2009
This week two stories collided: The story of Jorge Steven Lopez Mercado and the story of Will Phillips. According to the LGBT blog Towleroad, on November 14 the decapitated, dismembered, and burned body of Jorge Steven Lopez was found by the side of the road in Cayey, Puerto Rico. Jorge was 19 and openly gay. He was much loved by his wide circle of friends. He was handsome and hopeful. He had his whole life ahead of him.
While Puerto Rico does not have any history of prosecuting hate crimes, it is clear to many that there is no other explanation for the savagery of Jorge's murder. The response of the police agent investigating the crime betrayed an appalling level of homophobia and bigotry. In a televised statement, the investigator noted that "people who lead this type of lifestyle need to be aware that this will happen." This so-called "investigator" should be fired and never allowed to wear a uniform which implies he protects anyone, ever.
It is impossible to imagine the pain of Jorge's family and friends. The shock of his murder has stunned the LGBT community in Puerto Rico. Jorge's murder is the direct result of prejudice, ignorance, and bigotry that still dominate life for so many LGBT people around the globe. For many, daily insults, fear, and brutality are a way of life. Compounding this untenable situation is the fact that the very officials empowered to protect our LGBT brothers and sisters either turn a blind eye, are complicit in the terror, or actually perpetrate the attacks. Hearing these stories is almost more than a heart can bear.
On the day I heard about Jorge's horrific killing, I also read the story of Will Phillips.
Last month, quietly and with little attention, 10-year-old Will Phillips stood up for "liberty and justice for all" by sitting down during the Pledge of Allegiance at his Arkansas elementary school. Will's family has a number of gay friends and in recent years, he and his parents, Laura and Jay, have become increasingly active straight allies for their friends. They've marched in pride parades and stood up for the right of same-sex couples to marry and adopt. Will wants to be a lawyer, so words matter to him. In his view the promise of "liberty and justice for all" in the Pledge is falling short. So he decided to do something.
After asking his parents if it was illegal to not stand for the pledge (because of course Will is a good kid), he made the decision not to stand with the rest of his class as they started off the day by reciting the pledge. After a few days of this, the substitute teacher lost it and began yelling at Will. He quietly told her that, "With all due respect," she could "go jump off a bridge." Well, that got him sent to the principal's office, followed by a call to his mother. Once Laura Phillips heard the whole story she asked the principal when they could expect an apology from the teacher and was told that would not happen.
After Laura posted on Twitter about the incident, the whole thing blew up. So now the entire nation knows about Will's sitting for justice and while some folks are supportive, there are many—including his fellow schoolmates—who are heckling and hassling Will, with, of course, anti-gay taunts and barbs. But Will isn't backing down. And his parents support him—they've printed off the blog posts and websites calling him out for his courage and integrity.
I can't help but think that if more kids had parents like Will's—who are raising their three children in an environment that celebrates inclusion, equality, and our shared humanity—and if more kids were like Will—who understands that standing up for the rights of others is part of being a good citizen—then maybe, just maybe, Jorge Steven Lopez Mercado would be making plans to hang with his friends for the weekend rather than his parents making plans for his funeral.
Last night I had the privilege of talking to Will and his mom, Laura. I told Will that I knew some were attacking him, calling him names and making his life generally miserable. I emphasized to him that for every insult he had to bear, there was a kid whose life he was saving, who would hear his story and know that someone had his or her back. I told him he was saving lives. He said, "Well, that's all I need to hear, to know I am doing the right thing."
With bravery like this, may there be no more stories like Jorge's.
Here's to hope,
Iraq: Stop Killings for Homosexual ConductAugust 17, 2009
No Protection by Authorities from Widening Murder Campaign
(Beirut, August 17, 2009) – Iraqi militias are carrying out a spreading campaign of torture and murder against men suspected of homosexual conduct, or of not being "manly" enough, and Iraq authorities have done nothing to stop the killing, Human Rights Watch said in a report released today. Human Rights Watch called on Iraq's government to act urgently to rein in militia abuses, punish the perpetrators, and stop a new resurgence of violence that threatens all Iraqis' safety.
The 67-page report, "They Want Us Exterminated': Murder, Torture, Sexual Orientation and Gender in Iraq," documents a wide-reaching campaign of extrajudicial executions, kidnappings, and torture of gay men that began in early 2009. The killings began in the vast Baghdad neighborhood of Sadr City, a stronghold of Moqtada al-Sadr's Mahdi Army militia, and spread to many cities across Iraq. Mahdi Army spokesmen have promoted fears about the "third sex" and the "feminization" of Iraq men, and suggested that militia action was the remedy. Some people told Human Rights Watch that Iraqi security forces have colluded and joined in the killing.
"Iraq's leaders are supposed to defend all Iraqis, not abandon them to armed agents of hate," said Scott Long, director of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Rights Program at Human Rights Watch. "Turning a blind eye to torture and murder threatens the rights and life of every Iraqi."
Fair Treatment for Immigrant YouthAugust 17, 2009
Calling on all youth & community members to come show your support!
Press Conference and Rally
Tuesday, August 18th 2009
San Francisco City Hall (Steps on Polk St. Side)
Gather at the steps of City Hall to join members of the Board of Supervisors, youth, and state leaders in introducing legislation to stop deporting San Francisco youth without due process. Be there to support the new policy and demand that Mayor Gavin Newsom: "Stop tearing apart our families!"
Please wear all black. You will be given mask with a number to represent the 130 children who have been deported without a fair trial since Mayor Gavin Newsom's policy change in July 2008. This policy made it possible for the San Francisco Juvenile Probation Department to report any children and youth, who are suspected of being undocumented, directly to Immigration Enforcement, right after arrest, before any trial and before they get an attorney.
After the press conference, youth and other community members representing our children, siblings, students, and friends– San Francisco's 130 youth who have been deported– will visit our Supervisors to thank them for their support in bringing an end to this policy.
To let us know we can count on your attendance, please send an e-mail to Lily Haskell at firstname.lastname@example.com or call (415) 861-7444. Thank you!
Water in the DesertAugust 17, 2009
Editorial | The New York Times
A man who put out water jugs in a wildlife refuge in the Arizona desert for illegal immigrants crossing from Mexico was convicted of littering and sentenced last week to probation and 300 hours of picking up trash, after he refused to pay a fine.
Walt Staton belonged to No More Deaths, an advocacy group that has been leaving water for migrants for years. Officials at the Buenos Aires National Wildlife Refuge southwest of Tucson say they allow other groups to maintain water tanks at aid stations in the refuge, with official permits, but they say plastic bottles endanger wildlife and worsen a serious litter problem. The advocates say compassion needs no permits.
National API Week of ActionAugust 17, 2009
Please join us for a press conference on August 17, held simultaneously with the Asian Law Caucus in San Francisco, to call for comprehensive immigration reform and to launch the National API Week of Action. This press conference will highlight the API perspective on this issue, and shed light on how the immigration system affects API immigrants and their families.
WHO: API immigration advocates and community members
WHEN: August 17 at 11am-12pm
WHERE: Unity Park in Historic Filipinotown
1660 Beverly Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90026
(located at Beverly Blvd. & Union Ave.)
WHY: To uplift API voices in the national debate on comprehensive immigration reform and to kick off the API National Week of Action (August 17-22).
We need your presence there to raise the profile of APIs in the immigration reform debate! This is a hot topic in Congress that affects all of us.
Please RSVP to Connie Choi, at firstname.lastname@example.com or (213) 241-0267. If you have any further questions, please feel to contact me. Hope to see you at the event!
Asian American Week of Action Aug. 17-24
Hundreds of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders will spend the week of Aug. 17-24 attending town hall meetings, sending postcards to Congress and visiting lawmakers, all in an effort to persuade Congress to pass comprehensive immigration reform legislation this year.
The effort will begin Aug. 14 in Boston and continue into September. People will share their personal stories about how our outdated immigration policies adversely affect their families, businesses and communities.
Town hall meetings will be held in Chicago and New Jersey while activists in Los Angeles will hold a press conference. Anyone concerned about immigration policy is encouraged to submit letters to the editor, write a member of Congress, or participate in the post card campaign.
That campaign will focus specifically on the need to reform the family immigration system as part of the broader immigration overhaul.
The Asian American Justice Center will also release a brochure to help people explain why the issue is so critical that will be available in Chinese, Hindi, Korean and Vietnamese in addition to English.
Amos Lim of Out4Immigration Named Energy 92.7FM and AT&T Community HeroAugust 12, 2009
Congratulations to Out4Immigration founding board member Amos Lim! Amos has been named this week's Community Hero by Energy 92.7FM and AT&T in San Francisco for his work as a leading activist for equal immigration rights in the US with Out4Immigration. For many years now, Amos, who came to America on a student visa and his American partner, Mickey, have been blazing trails for the rights of same-sex binational couples first with a bill in Congress called the Permanent Partner Immigration Act (PPIA), which later became the Uniting American Families Act (UAFA; S.424; H.R. 1024).
9/11 Case Could Bring Broad Shift on Civil SuitsAugust 10, 2009
by Adam Liptak | The New York Times
The most consequential decision of the Supreme Court's last term got only a little attention when it landed in May. And what attention it got was for the wrong reason.
But the lower courts have certainly understood the significance of the decision, Ashcroft v. Iqbal, which makes it much easier for judges to dismiss civil lawsuits right after they are filed. They have cited it more than 500 times in just the last two months.


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The University of Tulsa men's basketball team earned a 60-56 victory over Conference USA foe Tulane Wednesday night in front of 4,108 fans at Donald W. Reynolds Center.
Sophomore guard Jordan Clarkson led the way with a game-high 16 points for Tulsa (10-9, 3-2 C-USA), who is now riding a three-game win streak. Tulane (12-6, 0-4 C-USA) was led by Ricky Tarrant's 15 points.
Senior center Steven Idlet came off the bench to tally 13 points, six rebounds and five blocks in 28 minutes. He also knocked down his second three-pointer of the season, while junior guard Scottie Haralson dropped 12 points.
Tulsa shot 41 percent from the field and converted 14-of-15 free throws. The .933 percentage from the charity stripe was the second-best of the Doug Wojcik era (7-for-7 against Oklahoma on Dec. 5, 2007).
TU also tied a season high with 12 blocks, led by five each from Idlet and sophomore forward Kodi Maduka. Maduka also scored seven points and hauled in five rebounds.
Next up for Tulsa will be a trip to Houston for a 7 p.m. meeting on Jan. 21 with Rice.

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Joe Kotoch from ProBasketballDraft.com was kind enough to have me join him yesterday for a discussion of the Bucks' offseason and draft needs, as well as plenty of talk about the state of the franchise, the Andrew Bogut/Monta Ellis trade, and of course Brandon Jennings and Ersan Ilyasova. It also gave me a chance to pick Joe's brain on how guys like Jared Sullinger, Meyers Leonard and Tyler Zeller project at the next level and how they might fit with the Bucks' roster. Thanks to Joe for having me on and hopefully we'll do it again soon. Check out the podcasts page at ProBasketballDraft.com to listen (second from the top) and be sure to check out Joe's scouting reports and mock draft.
Perry Jones III, Tyler Zeller, Meyers Leonard and Jeremy Lamb are among the players projected to end up in a Bucks' uniform on draft night.
I'll see your grizzly bears, cowboy, and terrifyingly large eagle and raise you a dragon, some pandas and what looks suspiciously like an atomic bomb, though it could be an armor plated shark. Oh, it's on.
The NBA Draft is still on our minds at Brew Hoop, and we are using analytics to gain insights into what to expect from the NBA Draft Lottery. Check out Part 4 of our ongoing study!
The NBA Draft is already on our minds at Brew Hoop, so check out part one of our new three-part series. In part one, we explore the details of John Hollinger's PER metric.
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Trending with Rob Hunter: Justin Bieber, Elisabeth Hasselbeck, and Daft Punk
By Rob Hunter
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Originally published: Jul 12, 2013 - 3:00 pm
There's a few trending topics that you need to be aware of heading into your weekend in case you missed them this week:
First, what is going on with Justin Bieber these days? He is on a rampage to be cool and all he is doing is looking like a fool. Street cred is hard to come by these days I guess.
Second, Elisabeth Hasselbeck is leaving "The View" for Fox News' "Fox & Friends." Do you care? Me either.
Third, Daft Punk and Pharrell's new hit song "Get Lucky" isn't necessarily about taking home the ladies, according to the song's writer. I'd believe that if Daft Punk weren't marketing a new condom called "Get Lucky."
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Change is a constant in this life, and had been pretty normal for the Tampa Bay Lightning during the off-season. 2013 was much more quiet, but one move in particular was deafening.
The Lightning have re-signed defenseman Mark Barberio to a one-year, two-way contract.
After the draft and free agency the Lightning... um... are the Lightning any better yet?
The forward has spent the last two years with Crunch rival Rochester.
Saturday's developmental camp saw Jonathan Drouin introduced to the local press as well as statements from the head coach and GM of the Tampa Bay Lightning.
The New Jersey Devils were active during Free Agency Frenzy on July 5, 2013, signing Ryane Clowe, Rostislav Olesz, and Michael Ryder. This is a summary of what the Devils did and what's next for...
The former Detroit Red Wings player fills the 2nd line center void in Tampa.
The forward is expected to be a solid veteran presence in Syracuse.
Three players who suited up for the Syracuse Crunch last season are back in the fold, while another was added from the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton organization.
The news comes on the heels of an afternoon where teams interested in his services started dropping as the day progressed.
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Crayfish pose 'serious threat' to sea life in Solway
Anglers are being warned to kill any crayfish they come into contact with. It comes after the non-native American Signal Crayfish was found for the first time in the River Nith in Dumfries.
The invasive species kills young fish and destroys natural habitats. Fishermen are now being asked to kill the crayfish if found and to take extra care when cleaning their fishing equipment and clothing to prevent eggs being spread.


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Its sound provided the melody to one of the funniest skits on "Saturday Night Live," but its music is no joke. Blue Oyster Cult's classic rock hits have bridged generations of fans. The band has been rocking for nearly three decades and gathering new fans with each performance, which typically features a showcase of 15 or 16 songs.
Eric Bloom, Blue Oyster Cult's lead singer, and his band mates will be taking Kokomo's biggest summer stage July 4, during this year's Haynes Apperson Festival.
Although Blue Oyster Cult has played countless shows, Bloom said it's still the fans who drive the shows' content — making every show different from the last.
"We might pull out songs [the audience] may not expect to hear. We change the set list almost daily. We know more than 60 songs, and each set is about 15 or 16 so sometimes, depending on the feel of the crowd, you can see me walking towards the middle of the stage to change things up. We have so much material to choose from, but I promise we will play the obvious songs [everyone looks forward to]," Bloom said.
Among those hits are likely to be the 1976 iconic hit "The Reaper" and 1981's "Burnin' for You."
"I really like being able to reach back to some of those old ones that don't get played, but it feels right for that show," Bloom said. "It's all about the audience response and keeping everyone on their toes."
Bloom said fans who love the Midwest love the band's melody even more, and that energy is something Blue Oyster Cult is excited to experience in Kokomo.
"Our kind of music, which is classic rock, is very popular in the Midwest; I don't have any reason why, but there are places where people like our kind of music," Bloom said. "We're really glad people want us to come to Kokomo and play. We'll be coming to rock out for our old fans and trying to make some new ones too."


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Today I'm linking up with the Red Dress Club! Here's today's prompt, courtesy of Katie / @Ksluiter:
Hemingway was famous for his super sparse writing. He used almost only dialogue in many of his works. Write a piece in which you use ONLY dialogue. (I'm bending the rules because, well, I can.)
"Let's go someplace where we can talk," Jessie said as I got into her car.
"What about P.J.'s? I'm seriously craving an iced mocha," I suggested.
"Nah, I was thinking of someplace quieter. I just really need to tell you something," she said.
"Okay. Well, wherever you wanna go is fine, you're the one driving," I said, as I reached over to switch on the radio. I started humming along with Dave Matthews.
"So how are you? Are you going back up to school next week?" she asked.
"Yes! I'm so ready. I'm sick of talking to my shrink, sick of thinking about it all, and I really just want to get back to normal. Whatever that is. You know?"
"You're not going to hurt yourself again, are you? Because I gotta tell ya, that scared the shit out of me Erin. You just can't do that," Jessie said. "It's fucked up."
"Honestly, I can't promise I won't do it again 'cause I still think about it. It's like the urges come on so suddenly sometimes and I can't stop myself. Nobody gets it. But the Prozac and Klonopin are helping," I added.
"I'm worried about you. I mean, you're my friend and I love you and I don't know what I would've done if I'd been the one to find you with blood everywhere," she said as she pulled her car into a spot at The Point on the Lakefront. Then she turned off the music.
My stomach lurched. The Point was where people went to make out. I saw a few other cars, most of them with foggy windows. I leaned the side of my head on the glass and looked out at the waves. Jessie took the keys out of the ignition and tossed them into the cup holder. It got quiet. My stomach gurgled and I clamped my hands down over it instinctively.
"I'm not sure how to say this," she began. "We've been friends for a long time and I don't want to lose that. But lately..." she trailed off. "Lately I've been thinking about you. Like, a lot." She stopped and took a deep breath, then exhaled.
"I've got feelings for you," she blurted out.
"Feelings? What kind of feelings?" I asked, staring hard at the whitecaps, blurring the edges of her in my peripheral vision.
"Why can't you look at me? Can you look at me, please?" she asked.
Reluctantly I lifted my head and slowly shifted to face her.
"I'm in love with you," she said simply. "I just am."
"So you're telling me this now. When you know about Lauren, my dad, and everything I've been dealing with. You know I have feelings for her and I'm a mess dealing with all that crap, plus the cutting, my parents. And you do this now?"
"I know, I know. But I had to tell you. I had to get it out," she said, shrugging her shoulders.
I sighed and rubbed my temples.
"What do you want me to say, Jessie?" I asked. "I'm sorry I don't feel that way about you. And even though I don't really know who I am or what this thing with Lauren is all about, I know my heart belongs to her for now. I may be a freakin' train wreck, but I know that much."
"So why can't you just look me in the eye and say it?" she asked.
"You know I'm terrible about the eye contact. Get off my case," I snapped. "Besides, this is the last thing I need right now. I'm not trying to hurt your feelings or anything, but I just can't deal."
I began unraveling. Looking out at the waves, I thought of Edna Pontellier. I longed to be in the Gulf, giving up, handing myself over to the rough waves. Salty, swirling water sucking me under, drifting down into the dark, cool deep. It would be so much easier.
"Jessie, I'm sorry. I really am. But can you please just take me home?" I plead.
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Honoring 20 who make a difference
Teachers are a special breed. They are driven by a love of learning and a desire to impact young lives.
They spend countless hours devising lesson plans, working individually with students before and after school. They volunteer their time to assist with school activities and often spend their own money for supplies or rewards for a job well done. They make personal sacrifices of time, money and sometimes family to do what they do.
In return, they seek nothing more than the smile of a student whose imagination has been captivated; a hug from a student who needs one in return; or the words of thanks from a student whose mind has grasped a challenging topic.
But we believe they also deserve our thanks and recognition.
This is our first annual "Henrico's Top Teachers" issue – our way of saying "thank you" to 20 of the finest teachers in our county. Last year, we asked for your nominations of teachers whose efforts go above and beyond the call of duty, and we were overwhelmed with more than 120. Paring their ranks to just 20 was no easy task.
We thank each reader who took the time to nominate a worthy candidate. We know each teacher would appreciate the kind words we received. It's clear that many teachers in Henrico County have made a long-lasting impact on their students and students' parents and other relatives.
We're proud to present profiles of these preschool, elementary school, middle school and high school teachers, who were selected for inclusion in this issue based on their professional successes and their personal touches. Each one has, in his or her own unique way, touched hundreds of lives and helped mold the future of Henrico County.
"There are so many teachers out there who are so worthy," one of our 'Top Teachers' told us, upon learning of her selection. "It's just nice to know that somebody has noticed."
Judging from the nominations we received, in fact, many people have noticed. This issue has been an exciting journey for us – and we're already anxious for next year's issue.
A special thanks is due to Martin's, which graciously provided gift cards for each teacher, and to the Richmond Flying Squirrels, who provided tickets to their Teacher Appreciation Night at The Diamond in June for each teacher and their families. Teachers will be recognized at the game, and one will have an opportunity to throw out the first pitch at the game.
Henrico teachers should be proud of what they do for the youngsters in our community. We certainly are.
Celebrating 106 years
Former Sandston resident Mildred Taylor celebrated her 106th birthday Aug. 9. Taylor, who now lives in Powhatan, is still a member of Sandston Baptist Church. She was visited the day after her birthday by several members of the church, who played for her a recording of the entire church membership singing happy birthday to her during worship. > Read more.
YMCA breaks ground for aquatic center
YMCA officials gathered last week to break ground on the new Tommy J. West Aquatic Center at the Shady Grove Family YMCA on Nuckols Road. The center, which will featured 7,600 square feet of competitive and recreational space, including water slides, play areas for children and warmer water for those with physical limitations, is the fourth phase of a $4 million expansion at the facility. West was president and CEO of Capital Interior Contractors and a founding member of the Central Virginia Region of the Virginia Chapter of Associated Builders and Contractors. > Read more.
Rotary donates to 'Bright Beginnings'
The Sandston Rotary Club recently donated $1,000 to the Sandston YMCA for its Bright Beginnings program, which helps provide children in need with school supplies for the new school year. > Read more.
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Weekend Top 10
Enjoy the final days of summer with comedian Guy Torry, the Sam's Club National BBQ Tour or mystery writer Mary Miley Theobald at Twin Hickory Library. Another great way to welcome the beginning of fall is to check out the UR Spider Football season opener with man's best friend. For all our top picks this weekend, click here! > Read more.
Bottoms up
Short Pump brewery offers more than just beer
I am still (happily) thinking about my entire experience at Rock Bottom Restaurant and Brewery last week. Knowing nothing about this new brewery out of Denver, I was leery of brew-pub in the heart of Short Pump Town Center – this is not what I'd usually think of as a perfect fit, and yet, it was.
The restaurant and craft brewery opened in early June and features 10 beers made by female brewmaster Becky Hammond (pictured). This is the restaurant's second location in Virginia; the first is in Arlington. Behind glass walls, customers watched the beer brewing in massive steel barrels. For our up-and-coming beer region, it makes sense that Short Pump would jump on board.
As I walked up to the back of the mall near the comedy club, I was taken aback by what I saw: at the top of the stairs was an overflowing restaurant with outdoor seating, large umbrellas and dangling outdoor lights. > Read more.
Cultural Arts Center announces 2014 fall class schedule
The Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen is now registering participants for its fall 2014 schedule of classes.
The center will offer more than 100 classes for children and adults, covering topicssuch as culinary arts, fiber arts, visual and performance arts and more. Instruction is structured to appeal to a wide range of abilities, from beginners to experts of all ages. Class sizes are kept small to ensure maximum benefit for participants with generally no more than 15 students. > Read more.
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- bedrooms 6
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- sleeps 30
- pool no
- hot tub yes
- pets allowed no
- type Hotel
- community
rates (USD)
/ week
vacation rental description
A unique relaxation retreat (spa services available) in Sandusky County with Ohio's largest
population of eagles. EAGLE ISLE'S 6,000 sq ft overnight accommodations, full house rental,
(children allowed) full game & exercise room, and 85 acres of forest, wetland, and riverfront (7
miles to Sandusky Bay by water) makes a wonderful setting for a relaxation retreat or family/friend
experience. Eagle Isle is a bird watchers and photographers' mecca situated along a major migration
for many water fowl and other birds. Close views of an eagle's nest and eagles, plus other wildlife
are seen daily. Many wonderful attractions (including Presidential Center and Library) nearby. We are an ideal location for weddings, reunions, anniversaries and celebrations. Military and senior citizen discounts are available.
vacation rental location
property availability
- dates with deals
- unavailable dates
Last modified on 08-27-2014 at 1:51 PM.
email owner view full calendar
Mary J Michael 866-584-1300
hotel rental amenities
Hot Tubs, Massage Chairs, Exercise Equipment, Full Game Room, Walking trails, Nature and Scenic
Views, Photographers' Mecca, Full Spa Services Available at Cost, Full Kitchen, Washer Dryer, WiFi , Cable TV, Private Hot tubs, Private Bath, Jet Bath, Private Beach &
Catering Available.
Spa Services need 48 hours notice and full spa services are at extra cost to you but are availible.
activities and attractions in Sandusky Ohio
Ping Pong tables,
Pool table,
Excercise Indoor or Outdoor,
Nature Viewing of Bald Eagles, Deer and Other wildlife DAILY,
access to Marina next door,
River views and River activities.
Area Attractions Include: African Safari, Cedar Point
Amusement Park, Kalahari Water Park, Art Museum, Hayes Presidential Home and Library, Historic
Village, Lake Erie Islands, Marina, Pro Football Hall of Fame, Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, Pro-Sports,
Schedel Arboretum & Gardens, Train Museum, Parks and Scuba diving Areas.
* a Presidential Library, Presidential Museum and President Hayes Home.
*From May-Oct, we are 20 Minutes from Cedar Point, 3rd largest US Amusement Park ,with only the 2
Disneys above it. They have the highest rated roller coasters.
*We are 20 minutes from the Great Lakes and all those resort areas.
*We are 4 hours from Chicago-3 hours from Pittsburg and the mountains of West Virginia - 2 hours from
Detroit and Canada- 2hours from Amish country-2 hours from the Football Hall of fame-2 hours from the
Rock and Roll Hall of fame- less than 2 hours to Cleveland and 8 hours to New York City. We are 20
minutes from a private International Airport and 1 hour , 15 minutes from 2 major International
airports (Detroit,Cleveland).
*In our location in Ohio, we are 500 miles from half the population of the United States. Yet we are
nestled into the most peaceful and nature providing corner of the world. We have Bald Eagle nests,
herds of Deer, Cranes, Egrets and Swans on water. The view from 12,000 sq ft of glass walls, all
overlooks 85 acres of wonderful water and nature views with spectacular Sunsets. All viewed while
sitting in comforting massage chairs!
Our signature is "A Unique Relaxation Retreat Within Minutes of "Fun" "Activities"!!
vacation rental rates
House Overnight Rental:
$1000 for all rooms with a 24 hour stay and Full Breakfast (24 hour stay only)
House Week Rental:
$4000 Week Rental price anything over 25 people requires additional fees
Over 33 people Not Permitted (no meals included)
Mary J Michael 866-584-1300
accepted payment methods
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An Hour of Free Video Training on DSLR Post-Production in Adobe's Creative Suite
You'd think with my fundraising campaign going down to the wire that I'd be too busy to find and post helpful content here on NoFilmSchool. But no! I want to help you and I hope you'll help me in return! Here's a five-part tutorial from Richard Harrington on a DSLR-based workflow in Adobe Creative Suite. This is not super advanced, nor is it riveting stuff, but hey — it's a screencast. And if you're new to the Adobe's Creative Suite or if you're switching from another NLE — perhaps because CS5.5 is still 50% off for Final Cut Pro or Avid editors? — this is a nice "getting started" overview of working with DSLR footage in Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop, and Audition:
We're all here for the same reason: to better ourselves as writers, directors, cinematographers, producers, photographers... whatever our creative pursuit. Criticism is valuable as long as it is constructive, but personal attacks are grounds for deletion; you don't have to agree with us to learn something. We're all here to help each other, so thank you for adding to the conversation!
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As a Final Cut Pro user I did greatly appreciate an insight into the potential of CS5. There is no way that I could meditatively do all that was shown but it gave me a most valuable overview. I last used Premiere and After Effects many years ago when it did not have the sophistication it obviously has now. I about to install CS5 and start a steep learning curve if I am serious about learning to use its potential.
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Research and develop a list of 10 possible graduate programs. Plan on applying to 5-7 programs including a mix of those that you would evaluate your admission possibility as safe, probable, and a stretch.
What information you should you look for?
Academics - What is the focus of this program? Do they offer a masters and a Ph.D.? What research is being done at this school?
Admission Requirements - What standardized tests do they require? What is the application deadline? Does your gpa, and test score fit their academic profile?
Cost - What is the overall cost for the program? For living? Are there assistantships, grants or fellowships available?
People - Are the faculty teaching and researching in areas for which you have interest? Would you enjoy working closely with the other students in the program?
Location - Where is the school located? Are there opportunities for internships or full time jobs in the area? What is the cost of relocating?
Where Do You Find the Information?
From others - Faculty, alumni, practicing professionals, former students of the program, friends and family can all provide information and perspective on the program's strength and reputation.
Research - Read academic journals, learn about the faculty teaching in the program, and review the research being produced at this college/university.
Site Visits - Visit the program to see the academic environment, meet with faculty, tour facilities and learn about the program.
Websites - The program specific websites will be very useful. In addition, the links listed in the Resource box on the right are a great place to start.
When should I begin this process?
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Tuesday, November 19, 2013 - 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Yenching Auditorium
2 Divinity Ave
Cambridge, MA 02138
United States
Egyptologist Bob Brier will discuss why Egyptian history and culture continue to fascinate so many people. His chronicle of "Egyptomania" covers a surprisingly wide swath, from Napoleon's invasion of Egypt and the discovery of Tutankhamen's tomb, to Hollywood films, novels, and dime-store kitsch. ** Free parking available in the 52 Oxford St. garage -- Reception to follow in the Semitic Museum --
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Is California worth the price?
Original post made by hoops on May 19, 2013
on May 19, 2013 at 12:12 pm
As one who recently returned to California after having lived in British Columbia, Texas, Kentucky, Florida I would say at this point no. My sister lives in Dallas and she is currently paying $3.31 a gallon for gas and housing is better quality and more affordable. Florida has zero state income tax and better schools. Honestly, I think the only think California has going for it is good weather within 40 miles of the coast. We are trying to get transferred out again.
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California is not worth the price when the 'price' is bankruptcy brought on by unsustainably high public worker salaries and pensions. The state is unable to pay its workers and retirees an ever growing (like a crescendo of water) amount that is and will be placed on the shoulders of our children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, great great grandchildren, and no doubt even great great great grandchildren. This is why Phil Mikkelsen is considering moving to another state. If you look at Calpers and Calstrs, they are underwater - and this even before the big kahuna tsunami washes over future generations. We're broke. We're busted. And all that is missing is the roar of water about to cascade over the entire state, and beyond. When, you ask? It is coming....
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Murder Mystery Package – 'Rock On'
Available Friday 6th September
£129.00 per room/per night
Set in 1968. Join Jerry Jackson, manager of "Ricky & The Ravers" as he launches his new project – a musical based on the 1958 hit 'Rock On By'. But as his murky past comes back to haunt him, will his project ever become a reality? And what would drive someone to murder?
Full payment will be taken at the time of booking which is non refundable/transferable. Not suitable for anyone under the age of 16. Table sizes will be determined by the hotel depending on final numbers.


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Grand Harbor Golf Course Condo - Monthly Rental in Vero Beach
- bedrooms 2
- baths 2
- sleeps 5
- pool yes
- hot tub yes
- pets allowed yes
- type Condo
- community Grand Harbor
- rates (USD) $ 1,900 - $ 4,500 / month
vacation rental description
For rent by owner, a great Condo in Harmony Island at Grand Harbor
in Vero Beach which overlooks the 18th hole of a lovely golf course.
* Fully furnished 2 bedroom 2 bath, 3rd floor condo (elevator access)
* Balcony with table & chairs for outside enjoyment.
* Fully tiled living room and kitchen.
* Beautiful, fully equipped Kitchen with All New Appliances.
* Full size washer and dryer
* Dual master layout with each bedroom having it�s own private bath
and walk in closets
* Each bedroom features pillowtop mattresses
* One bedroom features a king size bed, the other has two Queen size
* The closets feature California closets for additional clothing
* Living room has comfortable seating for 5, all leather couch and
love seat with 4
* The TV is a wonderful 52" flat panel HDTV with extended cable channels.
* The condo also features a wet bar. Beneath the bar we have
board games, cards, etc for your enjoyment.
* Internet Connectivity Included.
* The kitchen is fully stocked with dishes, pots, pans, glasses,
platters, bowls, cutting boards, measuring cups and serving dishes
* The refreshing condo community pool with jacuzzi is a few steps
This rental offers a transfer of membership to the golf & tennis club
and the gorgeous Beach Club during your stay.
vacation rental location
property availability
- dates with deals
- unavailable dates
Last modified on 05-18-2014 at 6:25 AM.
email owner view full calendar
Kim Christensen
condo rental amenities
� Private, gated community
. 2 World Class Golf Courses
� 10-court Tennis Complex which hosts the USTA Grand Harbor Tennis
. Fitness Center
. Condo community pool 1 buiding away!
� Exclusive oceanfront Beach Club on the Atlantic Ocean
� 32,000 sq. ft. Mediterranean-style Clubhouse that serves as the
hub of the community's social life
� Swimming pools, children's play areas, walking and biking trails
� Par-71, 6,538-yard Harbor Course designed by Pete Dye
� Par 72, 6,729-yard River Course designed by Joe Lee
activities and attractions in Vero Beach Atlantic Coast Central
Grand Harbor Tennis courts, Golf & club house are within walking
distance (one building over via a path through the golf course) or a very short drive. Many other golf courses are also
located in vero beach. Only a few miles to the gorgeous Vero Beach
& the fabulous Grand Harbor Beach Club. Our condo is less than 2
hours from Disney World, Sea World, Universal Studios and many other
Orlando locations. The condo is also centrally located to Kennedy
Space Center, Daytona and Palm Beach. It's home of the world-famous
Indian River Citrus and the spring-training base of the Los Angeles
Dodgers. Vero Beach offers an abundance of natural beaches,
environmental activities, water sports, shopping, golf, tennis,
cultural activities, and restaurants, the Treasure Coast is a great
vacation destination.
vacation rental rates
September 2014 through January 2015...........................$2175/month.
February 2015 and March 2015............................... $4200/month.
April 2015 ............................................................ $3450/month
May 2015 ...........................$2175/month.
Please Email for Summer Rates
Kim Christensen
accepted payment methods
Prior to paying a reservation deposit, always verify payment instructions by calling the phone number displayed on this listing page. By contacting the owner directly and paying by an approved method - credit card, paypal, check or bank transfer - your reservation payment will be protected up to $1,000.Learn more in our Security Center
Top things to do in Vero Beach
- Hang out at the beach!
- Play Tennis or golf
- See a show at the Riverside Theater
- Enjoy fabulous restaurants
Top things to do on a budget
- Enjoy the pool
- Enjoy the beach
Top things to do with a family
- Build sand castles at the beach
- Go for a bike ride
- Enjoy the parks
- Take a drive to Disney
Kim Christensen , owner


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Going Up at Castle Hill in New Zealand
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パノラマを撮影したのは Frank Taylor 撮影日 03:22, 09/02/2011 - Views
Going Up at Castle Hill in New Zealand
The World > Pacific Ocean Islands > Polynesia > New Zealand
During our trip out to see Arthur's Pass on the South Island of New Zealand, we saw this beautiful cliff of rocks known as Castle Hill. It's a collection of large boulders just sitting on top of the rolling hills in a valley that serves as pastures for cows and sheep. Castle Hill is a landmark of note right off the main highway and there's a convenient parking lot for stopping and taking a nice walk.
Unfortunately, it was a cloudy day. But, there was a bit of sun when we first got there and it shows off the rocks nicely here. This one was taken while climbing up the cliffs to the tops of the main rocks. I took this one hand-held (no tripod), but it managed to stitch pretty nicely - except for some fuzziness at the rock at the top above you and small bit at the feet. This photo really shows you the boulders towering over you and captures the feeling of their majesty.
I took these in February of 2011, and just realized, two years later, I had not published the panoramas. We had a good time climbing the rocks. I went here a second time with a friend, on our way to do some backpacking. But, didn't take my 360 gear.
Castle Hill is a location and a high country station in New Zealand's South Island. It is located at ...
During a trip to Arthur's Pass we came across these amazing boulders sitting on the hills on the side...
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Castle Hill New Zealand taken from my DJI Phantom 2 Vision +
The limestone outcrops at Castle Hill is one of the finest rock-climbing sites in New Zealand. It was...
Castle Hill is a location and a high country station in New Zealand's South Island. It is located at ...
Photographers Notes:We arrived in the area of Castle Hill the previous day to when this photo was tak...
Rekiaia Gorge near Methven, Canterbury, New Zealand. Good for jet boats.
Forever has always existed.
In the mythology of Oceanic peoples, it's been there along with Darkness and the Sea.
The Earth came from the efforts of Old Spider, who soared over the endless sea and found a giant clam. She opened it and crawled inside, finding a snail there to share the space with her. She set the snail in the west and made it into the Moon to shed some light into the darkness. Together they raised up the top of the clam shell to make the sky, pushing it until it was wide open.
Then they pushed the bottom half of the clam shell in the other direction to make the ground. The earth was called Papa and the sky Ranga. These are the two first beings who created all the flowers, plants, trees and animals on the islands, and fish in the sea.
They celebrated all their open space by making as many beautiful creatures as they could imagine, but they still remained separated by the work of the original Old Spider. Each night, Ranga weeps for his beloved Papa earth, and this is where the morning dew comes from.
Polynesia means "many islands" and when you see these pictures, you will want to visit all of them. To make it simple, the islands sit in a triangle described by connecting Hawaii, New Zealand and Easter Island.
There are over a thousand of these islands of surfer's paradise in the central and south Pacific Ocean. It's stunning. Look at the color of the water here! And the sunset... these speak for themselves. Could you be happy in this little house? How about some reef diving inside a lagoon?
Put this one in full screen and don't come back. Love, 360.
Text by Steve Smith.


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- Publisher: NCSOFT
- Release Date: Aug 28, 2012
- Summary: Guild Wars 2 draws from the game mechanics that made the original Guild Wars one of the most popular online games and adds a fully persistent world. Like its predecessors, Guild Wars 2 does not have a subscription fee. Guild Wars Eye of the North provide a Hall of Monuments where players' accomplishments are memorialized and eventually inherited by their Guild Wars 2 characters, unlocking exclusive items and bonuses in Guild Wars 2. [NCsoft]… Expand
- Developer: ArenaNet
- Genre(s): Fantasy
- Cheats: On GameFAQs
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Score distribution:
Positive: 68 out of 69
Mixed: 1 out of 69
Negative: 0 out of 69
Sep 28, 2012So, is Guild Wars 2 the MMO messiah everyone is waiting for? Maybe not. What it is, though, is the first MMO in years that really does the "massively multiplayer" part justice. This is a gigantic, sprawling world for explorers, with countless wonderful stories and characters, all backed by a gameplay concept that treats all players as equals. And that's just the basis of what Guild Wars 2 is.
Jan 2, 2013Guild Wars 2 surpasses the original in every aspect, from its massive and atmospheric world to its addictive and engrossing gameplay.
Aug 28, 2012When ArenaNet first released its MMO Manifesto we knew they were aiming for something revolutionary with Guild Wars 2. What we got is the first worthy successor to World of Warcraft.
Sep 10, 2012To Guild Wars 2's credit, its issues do little detract from the immensely rewarding experience of the whole. It doesn't overthrow the conventions of the MMORPG, but it presents them in fresher and livelier packaging than its competitors.
Sep 26, 2012If you value a ton of top-quality content for a not a lot of money, then Guild Wars 2 is the game to play. It's approachable, addictive, and immersive and above all refines MMO's in every conceivable way. While the gameplay and graphical glitches are disappointing, they aren't big enough to negate the impact of this wholly amazing online role-playing game that will keep you occupied for months on end. If anything, World of Warcraft can safely retire and instead pass the torch over Guild Wars 2.
Sep 14, 2012For me this is the best and most important online role-playing game since Mythic's Dark Age of Camelot. ArenaNet managed to eradicate the grind-treadmill with simple but very effective attention to detail. This excursion into the fantasy theme park named Tyria, where on every corner there's a new ride to experience in form of the many things you can discover, is well worth its entry fee.
Nov 6, 2012Is Guild Wars 2 a revolutionary MMORPG? Not quite. It is, however, a good game and some of the best value per dollar spent currently available.
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Positive: 662 out of 955
Mixed: 87 out of 955
Negative: 206 out of 955
Aug 28, 2012This game is fantastic, a milestone. Not only the overall level of quality and detail is above almost any other MMO in the market, but it also innovates the genre in many ways.
No more single task, static questing, but a living world where events are not waiting for you to click on an NPC to happen: you explore, you see things happening, you join them and your actions have consequences.
No more gear grind: both in PvE and PvP, you won't need to farm gear for ages just to be able to join the action. At max level everybody is on the same gear level, the outcomes of the challenge is determined by your skill, finally.
No more being pigeon holed within one single class role. Every class can finally be ranged and melee, healing or dpsing. Shift your weapons, manage your countless skills, dodge and parry the incoming attacks. This is finally an engaging combat!
No more waiting for a healer or a tank to show up: you want to do that dungeon with 5 warriors or 5 necromancers? You can, it works.
No more subscription fees: you by the game and you play it as much as you want, at your pace. Content will be periodically added, and it will be free. You just have to buy the official expansion when they will come out.
This game is different in mechanics, is gigantic in scope, is beautiful and intriguing. Do yourself a favour and don't miss it. It's not "marketing" or advertisement. It's how the game is, as a matter of fact.
(Final note: I read some of the few "0" rated reviews here and I am appalled by the false information they spread. One thing is expressing opinions, one thing is spreading clear lies. Only 5 skills? False. I cannot play with my friends? False. Give the game a try, you'll see by yourself what's true and what's false...… Expand
Aug 29, 2012I followed the development of this game for years.
I played all betas and I can say that the game delivers what it promises.
Some problems occurred at launch, worse than in betas, but this is normal in any launch of a massive online game. Even with these problems the servers are full and yet I had no trouble logging in, the game has no queue, when an area is full you is sent to overflow server to play the game while waiting for a vacancy on the real server, all what you do in the overflow is kept on your character, that's wonderful! The dynamic event system is also wonderful but not when you have over 100 people on it, when people spread the maps we can see how the events are fun with a reasonable amount of people, and how the events change the world! Many people make the events and leave the place without waiting a few minutes to see the change happening! The world seems Alive! NPCs have their tasks, they do not stand around waiting for the player, they do things without players!
ArenaNet made no changes to spoil the game. If someone bought the game thinking that something is wrong then it should not have bought! They will not make drastic changes in their combat, PVP and quest systems to please the haters, just some tweaks that all MMOs have.
The game delivers what it promises, then people should read up on the features before buying.
One thing that you will only find with it on hands is that it is fun, but you need to learn how to play, do not play it thinking you know everything because you're a veteran of other MMOs… Expand
Aug 30, 2012GW2 will win GOTY 2012. Basically aside from the launch issues... when it works it's fun as hell! Very addicting gameplay. Anything you do in the game is interesting and engaging. ANet will constantly be improving the game so it's just going to get better and better! Worth every penny and I am already thinking about what new content and expansions will come out in the future. Goodbye real life. Hello GW2!… Expand
Aug 29, 2012I do not know who the hell says that this game has bad graphics. Environments are beautifully crafted and checking vistas was my top priority when I started playing. Characters are detailed and very well animated. Special effects are good too, maybe little bit too flashy to my taste but still very playable. The events are fun as well, even when ANet in some of them is just trying to wrap fetching x number of this or killing y number of that in a prettier package. I am not sure about the dungeons, did not get that far yet, but friends say that they are challenging. I did not encounter any major bugs, the only thing that pisses me off sometimes are the overflow servers. Each time you use a waypoint you go to an overflow server and wait your turn. Finding your friends is a pain too because of that. I would rather have a regular queue and wait 30 minutes to get to the map, but when I am there, I am there until I log out. No stability issues or anything like that for me. Overall very solid launch and a major contender to WoW… Expand
Jul 4, 2014Good Game Unless you consider the Poor customer support you will receive if you quit playing for more than two months and forget things. I've just lost my account because customer support refused to help me even though i provided them with my receipt, my serial, and other useful information i could remember. Their response was: "After researching the provided information, we will not be able to assist you with accessing this account." They even claimed the email I was using wasn't listed in the account when I had an old email as proof that it was They just auto replied that they won't help. Yep, Play at your own risk. You'll probably waste all your money. Don't expect their support to help you do anything when you have log in trouble.… Expand
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