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Otley Civic Centre bid could cost taxpayer £250,000 (From Ilkley Gazette)
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Concern over civic centre plan
10:02am Thursday 23rd January 2014 in News By Jim Jack, Reporter
If a re-opened Otley Civic Centre fails it could land the town with an annual bill of £250,000.
That was the dramatic warning made at a meeting this week by councillors unconvinced by claims of how much income a revamped centre could generate.
A new feasibility study for the Grade II Listed building estimates that it could, as a major entertainment venue, bring in £179,000 per year after five years – though annual running costs would be nearly £266,000.
The document has now been handed to the property's owners, Leeds City Council, who will use it to decide whether or not to finance a multi-million pound refurbishment.
The study envisages the town council taking out a £600,000 loan (to be paid back, as part of the annual costs, at £30,000 a year) to support the project, and providing an initial subsidy, but many councillors at Monday's policy and resources committee expressed scepticism.
Liberal Democrat group leader Councillor Jim Spencer (Lib Dem, West Chevin) said: "The £179.000 a year income I think is way too optimistic. This is my main concern and it worries me hugely. It's a huge amount of money and it's a big ask."
Councillor Mary Vickers (Lib Dem, Prince Henry) agreed: "It's a bit of a dream and the figures don't stack up."
Councillor Colin Campbell (Lib Dem, Prince Henry) said: "Are the proposals here what the people of Otley want and, if so, how can we be sure it doesn't come in at a cost we can't meet?
"Because the town council will, in the end, have to underwrite this.
"We all want this to work but we have to be clear we understand that it's a significant financial commitment to the council. And if it goes wrong it's a very considerable financial commitment.
"If everything went wrong it's £250,000 a year."
Councillor Sandy Lay (Lib Dem, Danefield) said: "My heart would love this document to be deliverable but I'm worried about the significant costs attributed to this, and the liability.
"If it fails it's the people of Otley who will have to pick it up if we take on the liability.
"This is such a major decision I would like to see it go to a referendum."
Councillors Nigel Francis (Ind, Danefield) and Pauline Spencer (Lib Dem, Ashfield) went further, and questioned whether the Civic Centre actually had a future.
Coun Francis said: "It is an iconic building, but is it commercially viable to run it?"
The feasibility study was drawn up by a cross-party working group, and Council leader Councillor John Eveleigh (Lab, Ashfield) stood by its findings. He said: "For the first five years there will need to be a subsidy but hopefully, after that, we think this has a better than evens chance of actually working."
Councillor Carl Morris (Lab, Manor) said the study's figures, should Leeds be convinced, would be independently audited before anything moved forward.
The council agreed to accept the study as a "starting point for revenue assumptions".
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Couple raise over £1,000 for the Keech Hospice with St Albans pub photo collection
12:30pm Friday 25th January 2013 in News By Rebecca Perring, Senior Reporter
A couple who compiled a CD collecting photographs of 274 pubs and signs in St Albans to raise money for an adults and children's hospice have reached over their £1,000 target.
Rosemary Wenzerul and Tony Stevens have now raised £1,452 from the sales after they vowed to keep hold of the history of pubs in the city.
After paying their sponsors Rosemary and Tony were then able to donate £1,222 to the Keech Hospice in How Wood, Park Street.
The CD compiles photographs of past and present pubs in St Albans after the pair noticed many pubs were closing down in the area.
CD's are still on sale. To buy a copy contact Rosemary on 01923 677111.
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Waterfront home overlooking Marina near Duxbury/Plymouth in Plymouth
- bedrooms 4
- baths 2
- sleeps 10
- pool no
- hot tub no
- pets allowed yes
- type House
- community
rates (USD)
/ week
$ 7,500 - $ 8,000 / month
vacation rental description
This is a great summer and fall rental home right in the heart of the south shore. Just minutes from downtown Plymouth and 35 miles from Boston. The Cape Cod Canal is twenty minutes to the south. Stay directly on the water and bring your boat. There is a ramp and dockage walking distance from the home. The home has two floors with two kitchens, and can be rented as a four bedroom or a 2/2. A large deck was just built on the second floor that is great for entertaining and the views are spectacular. Speaking of the views, watch boats go by on the Jones River and enjoy the fact that you will be looking at a state forest, water and green marsh grass. The Bay Farm preserve is walking distance from the home. There are walking trails through the woods and you
can enjoy the amazing water views of Plymouth Bay from there. This is a great picnic spot. Area beaches are minutes away. There is a farm stand at the end of the road that has fresh vegetables.
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William Gould 561-379-3141
house rental amenities
Two full kitchens on each floor.Washer and dryer.Large, covered brick patio overlooking the river.
Second floor deck with Grill and bar top table with chairs.
Two porches, one for each floor.
Walking trails with great views of the water.
Farm store at the end of the road.
Navicable water with a boat ramp. Plymouth and Duxbury Bay are just minutes away. Enjoy the
beaches just minutes from this home.
activities and attractions in Plymouth Other Areas
Andy-Lynn Boats- Deep sea fishing, sport fishing, whale watching,
cruises and diving. Individual or group. 32 Black Cat Road, Plymouth, Ma.
Noth Hill Country Club- Golf in Duxbury less then five miles from the home.
Atlantic Country Club-State of the art golf course with driving range, practice facility. Plymouth, Ma.
Brush Hill Tours- Year round sightseeing tours of Boston and New England.
Boston Duck Boat Tours. See Boston by land and sea. Located at the Prudential Center downtown Boston.
Fenway Park Boston. See the 2007 World Series Champions! Check with me about availability of tickets.
WATCHING, AND HISTORIC HARBOR CRUISING.Welcome aboard our 45' "MARY
ELIZABETH."Charters, reservations, or walkons. Visit us at our booth
on TOWN WHARF Plymouth.
CAPT. JOHN BOATS - New England's largest Whale Watch Fleets
guarantees whale sightings as you cruise Cape Cod Bay in comfort.
Climate-controlled main cabin & full galley service.
Amphibious Tours, Deep Sea Fishing, Provincetown Ferry, Harbor Tours.
Colonial Lantern Tour- Evening historical walking tours. 98 Water St, Plymouth. Ma.
Plimouth Plantation- See where it all began. Tour 1620 homes and Indian Villages just minutes from the home. This is a community that lives day to day exactly like the Pilgrims and Indians did in the 1600's.
The Mayflower- Visit the replica ship that brought 102 Pilgrims across the ocean to settle in new England. Ten minutes from the home.
Powder Point Bridge Duxbury- Drive across the longest wooden bridge in America and enjoy one of the top beaches in Massachusetts.
vacation rental rates
This home has two floors with 2 kitchens. It is a very large home for the money and is located on a quiet street overlooking Kingston Marina. You can put your boat in the water at the end of the street or watch the boats go by from almost every room in the house! You get the entire home each week you rent. The second story unit has a sun porch and an ouside deck overlooking the water. The home is fully furnished and can be rented weekly or monthly. The rental is available from $2,000 per week or $8,000 a month if available. The home sleeps 8 comfortably and there is a couch bed for two additional people. 4th of July week is $3,000.
William Gould 561-379-3141
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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 Plymouth
- Visit Historic Plymouth
- Whale watch
- Beach
- Boating
- Golf
Top things to do on a budget
- Plymouth Rock
- Bay Farm Preserve
- Bike ride through Duxbury
- Changing of the leaves
- Plymouth Plantation
Top things to do with a family
- Whale watch
- Go to the Beach
- Changing of the leaves
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Girl Scouts of San Jacinto Council Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
HOUSTON (September 2009) – September 15th to October 15th marks Hispanic Heritage Month nationally and is the perfect time for girls of all backgrounds to come together to discover, connect and celebrate the Hispanic culture in the United States. Girl Scouts of San Jacinto Council (GSSJC) is proud to take part in local celebration, participating in various festivals throughout the Council's 26 southeast Texas counties.
- WHAT: El Grito Festival de la Independencia kicks off Hispanic Heritage Month for the Houston area. This annual Mexican celebration features mariachi music, folkloric dance and more. Visit the GSSJC booth to learn more about what Girl Scouting has to offer.
- WHEN: Sept. 15, 3 p.m. – 10 p.m.
- WHERE: Miller Outdoor Theatre, 100 Concert Dr., Houston, TX 77030
- WHAT: Junta Hispana is one of the largest Latino festivals in Houston and attracts more 20,000 visitors. GSSJC volunteers will host a booth that features a faux camp setting, mother/daughter crafts and a price wheel.
- WHEN: Oct. 18, 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
- WHERE: Thomas Bass Park, 15108 Cullen Blvd., Houston, TX 77047
For more information on how Girl Scouts of San Jacinto Council is celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month in your area, please contact Diana Ospina at firstname.lastname@example.com or call (713) 292-0300.
Girl Scouts of the USA is the world's preeminent organization for girls, with a membership of more than 3.7 million girls and adults. Girl Scouting builds girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place. Chartered by GSUSA to provide Girl Scouting locally, Girl Scouts of San Jacinto Council is one of the largest Girl Scout councils in the country serving more than 65,000 girl members and 17,000 adults in 26 southeast Texas counties.


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Rebranding, redesigning, and recreating!
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Tammy Dionne / What'cha Cookin' Challenge Winner
Although, this dish looks like a lot of work, it's not. You'll most likely have many of the ingredients on hand. I broke each step down for better understanding.
This dish has been a winner each time I've made it. You can substitute chicken for shrimp. Or, if you prefer all veggie, you can add sliced zucchini and omit the chicken. There is so much you can do with this recipe by following some of the basic steps, such as the bechamel sauce. I promise, if you make this for a gathering, you will have a lot of happy fans:)
Watch Tammy Dionne's entry video.
See Behind-the-Scenes photos on the WWL TV Morning Show Facebook page.
Pesto Mexicano
2 lbs chicken breasts
16 oz sliced mushrooms
6-8 Poblano peppers
1 - 1 1/2 lbs Tomatillos
1 box (16oz) Lasagna noodles - No Boil recipe
16 oz Sour Cream
5 oz 3 Cheese Italian Blend (Parmesan, Asiago & Romano)
2 8 oz packages Mozzarella cheese
2 8 oz packages Monterey Jack cheese
1 stick plus 2 tbls Unsalted Butter (2 tbls is to brown chicken in)
1/2 cup All Purpose Flour
3 1/2 cups Milk (can be whole or 2%)
1/4 cup Olive Oil
2 Limes
2 bunches Cilantro
1 Medium Onion (any variety)
4 Cloves Garlic
1 tsp Dried Thyme
1/2 tsp Cayenne pepper
2 tsp Black pepper
2 - 3 tsp Kosher Salt
Step 1: Marinated Chicken Breasts
Cut up chicken breasts and place in large freezer bag.
Squeeze the juice of 2 limes in the bag.
Add olive oil, 1 tsp kosher salt and 1 tsp black pepper.
Massage closed bag and place in fridge. Marinate at least 1 hour or overnight for more intense flavor.
Step 2: Browned Chicken
Once chicken has marinated, melt 2 tbls butter in a non stick skillet.
Turn heat on high, once skillet is hot, add chicken and brown.
You can cover to keep some moisture in.
Cool, chop, set aside. Don't worry if the chicken is not completely cooked, because it will finish cooking in the oven once the lasagna is prepared.
Step 3: Roasted Pablano Peppers and Tomatillos
Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
Place rinsed poblano peppers and tomatillos on sheet of tin foil (one less dish).
Sprinkle with salt and roast in oven for about 30 minutes.
Once cooled, open peppers and remove seeds and stems. You can remove the skin if you'd like, but it's not necessary.
Remove cores from tomatillos.
** The poblano pepper is a mild Mexican pepper. It's not nearly as spicy as a jalapeno pepper.
Step 4: Mexican Pesto
You will need a food processor for this step.
Place all of the following in your food processor and blend until it's finely chopped (looks like Pesto!):
- Roasted poblano peppers
- Tomatillos
- Chopped onion
- Garlic
- 1 big bunch of cilantro
- A sprinkle of salt.
Step 5: Cheesy Bechamel Sauce
On medium heat, melt 1 stick unsalted butter in dutch oven or deep cast iron skillet.
Add flour and whisk until smooth.
After about 6-8 minutes, add the milk one cup at a time and continue whisking.
Once all the milk has been incorporated, add the sour cream, three cheese Italian Blend, thyme, 2 tsp kosher salt, 1 tsp black pepper and 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper.
Add the Mexican Pesto mixture and cook for about 5 more minutes.
Step 6: Lasagna Preparation
Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
When layering, leave some room at the top of pan for extra cheese and mushrooms at the end of baking.
In a deep lasagna pan, put a generous portion of the bechamel sauce at the bottom of pan.
Then to that, prepare the following in order and repeat:
- Lasagna noodles
- Sliced mushrooms
- Chopped chicken
- Bechamel sauce
- Cheese blend (Mozzarella and Monterey Jack)
Make the bechamel the top layer.
Cover with foil and bake for 1 hr and 15 min.
Remove foil, add extra cheese and mushrooms.
Turn broiler on high and broil until cheese is bubbly.
Garnish with chopped cilantro.
Oh My Pie
1 graham cracker pie crust
1 pint pecan praline ice cream
1 8 oz. tub cool whip
1/2 cup caramel topping (I used Hershey's brand)
2 packages of pralines
Set the ice cream on counter to soften.
Once softened, spoon into large bowl.
Add the entire tub of cool whip, caramel and broken pieces of 1 package of the pralines.
Mix well and pour into graham cracker crust.
Put lid on and freeze.
Once frozen, break up pieces of the other package of pralines and put on top of pie.
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If you're paying $2 to $ 4 for a bag of lettuce at the grocery store, you'll be delighted to learn growing your own lettuce can save you money, and it's easy to do! Another plus: It tastes great!
Loose leaf lettuce is one of the simplest lettuces to grow in home gardens and the type grown by most home gardeners. You just plant it, water it, harvest it and eat it!
Loose leaf lettuce varieties are those lettuces that do not form a compact head. Their flavor tends to be mild and sweet. And, they come loaded with benefits:
- colorful accent in foods
- delightful, cool crunch
- few calories –a cup of shredded leaf lettuce has about 5 calories
- a source of vitamin A
Loose leaf lettuce is considered more of a cool weather crop. Seeds typically are sown in early spring and again later in the summer or early fall. For fall harvest of loose leaf lettuce in Maine, sow seeds in late July to early August. However, loose leaf lettuce can be grown during most of the season if you select varieties that are heat-tolerant. It may be planted earlier or later in other locations, depending on your climate. Planting lettuce in a container garden can produce enough lettuce for several salads throughout the summer. For more information, see Growing Vegetables in Container Gardens, Bulletin #2762.
You can selectively harvest outer lettuce leaves before the plant reaches full maturity or as soon as the outer leaves are 2- to 3-inches tall. You can cut or gently break off leaves as needed without harvesting the entire plant. Or, if the plant has reached the desired maturity, the entire plant can be pulled.
A benefit of growing your own lettuce is you can harvest it right before eating it. Rinse the leaves under running water. The easiest way to dry them is to place leaves in a salad spinner to remove the excess water. Or, you can dry them with a clean cloth or paper towel. If you wish to harvest lettuce earlier in the day for later use that day, store it in your salad spinner in the refrigerator. Or, refrigerate in a plastic bag and use within 3 – 7 days.
Here are some easy ways to enjoy lettuce in foods:
- Toss with dressing for a simple side salad.Try making your own salad dressing athome to save more money.See our Basic Vinaigrette recipe below.
- Mix with cooked meats and other vegetables for a heartier salad.
- Cut into shreds and use in tacos.
- Add lettuce to sandwiches.
- Use leaves as edible plate "liners" on which to serve other foods. For example, serve a scoop of potato salad atop a lettuce liner.
- Use large, pliable lettuce leaves as a "wrap" or a "cup." One way of serving wraps or cups is to place your filling (such as chicken salad – just make sure it isn't too "runny") in the center of a large serving platter and surround it on the outer edge with the lettuce leaves. Let people spoon their own filling onto the leaf. Then eat on a lettuce "cup" or wrap the lettuce around it for a "wrap."
Basic Vinaigrette
1/2 cup oil
1/2 cup vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme or basil
1 teaspoon mustard
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon salt
- Mix all ingredients in a clean screw-top jar.
- Cover and shake well.
- Store in the refrigerator and use within two weeks. Shake before serving.
Garlic vinaigrette: prepare as directed, except add 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder.
Parmesan vinaigrette: prepare as directed, except use oregano in place of thyme or basil. Add 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese and 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder.
Create your own: use different types of vinegar and oil combinations. Try red wine vinegar, cider vinegar or white wine vinegar.
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I'll be in the Tetons in early June and will be attempting the Cathedral Traverse north-to-south sometime June 7 to 9 (dates are already set due to other circumstances). What can I expect for conditions on Teewinot, Owen, and the Grand? Specifically, I'd love to know: What does the snowpack look like? Is it isothermal at that point or are there avy risks? How much snow? Kicking steps in the approach shoes or bring boots, ice axe, pickets, etc? How likely is ice, and how much? Bring crampons, a technical ice tool (or 2), ice screws, etc.? Will on-route conditions be rock or mixed climbing at that point? (That may answer some of the above questions.) Bring climbing shoes or can the North Ridge of the Grand be done reasonably in approach shoes? Many thanks in advance.
There will be a late spring storm a week before your climb that will dump 12-15 inches above 9,500 feet with heavy wet snow below totaling 9-11 inches with up to 6 inches at the valley floor. It will then move to a high pressure system that will melt all of the snow on the southern faces exposing warm dry rock for the rest of the summer and create perfect ice conditions on the north facing aspects of only the cathedral peaks. But in all seriousness, there is a long time between now and then...Bring crampons that will fit over your approach shoes if you are in to that, one tool or maybe to depending on your comfort level, bring a rack that is as light as you are willing to take for rock...wet rock up to 5.8. and snow pickets if you think you will need them for the traverses over the snow fields. And bring a willingness to get wet in the snowfields for the early season that you are going in. Expect the snow line to be with in an hour or two (max) from leaving your car headed up the east face of T. So, sorry, specifically no one can answer those questions today, except you and what you are willing to climb that day. But, sounds like fun! Wish I was there now, and again in June, and again in September....
Thanks for the replies. I am well aware that no one can precisely predict what conditions will be like in the Tetons in early June at this point. I was looking for more general information. For example, if you climb in the Tetons the first week of September, there will generally be less people since it's after Labor Day and the rock is generally dry, but there's also a good chance you'll experience the first snow of the fall that week. Anyway, things like "...bring a willingness to get wet in the snowfields for the early season that you are going in. Expect the snow line to be with in an hour or two (max) from leaving your car headed up the east face of T" are what I was after and quite helpful. As for the footwear, I am quite accustomed to climbing in approach shoes (guiding in North Carolina, it seems like climbing wet slabs in my approach shoes is pretty much my job). I was just curious if the North Ridge was a reasonable choice for approach shoes. For example, the Pownall-Gilkey is 5.8, but I've heard from a few folks that it's a bit sand bagged and challenging to free in approach shoes. However, it is also easy to A0 the crux, so approach shoes are reasonable if you don't care about freeing the moves. Similarly, slabs up to 5.7/5.8 fell pretty reasonable to me in approach shoes since you actually have more rubber on the rock anyway. Vertical but blocky/juggy 5.8s are also good to go. However, a 5.8 thin crack or more technical face doesn't go quite so well. That's the more the kind of beta I was after to see if the N. Ridge is "reasonable" in approach shoes. I think the punch line for me is to expect plenty of snow along with wet rock at best, and probably still some ice, whether on-route or on the traverses between. Make my own choices from there. Is that about right?
This is what the cathedral group looked like on June 24th, 2012: goacrophile.smugmug.com/photos/i-P4cTcJc/0/X3/i-P4cTcJc-X3.j>>>
Early June at those elevation= tail end of prime ski mountaineering season. Guaranteed you will be on snow/ice/wet/mixed through a great deal of the technical portions.
Not a Tetons expert but ive been there in early June and it felt more like winter than spring.
Just wear mtn boots. You're on more snow than anything else; it's early June, fer pete's sake, just do it as an alpine climb.
Thanks, all. I appreciate it. Full-on snow, ice, wet rock, etc. I'm actually pretty psyched about it. I've done a good bit of alpine rock climbing and I'm a lot more excited about some cold and wet alpine climbing. @Martin le Roux: No worries. I didn't provide any background for you to have in the first place. "I climbed it last year in approach shoes, but it wasn't much fun and I wouldn't do it that way again... A partner who's a solid 5.10+ leader felt the same way" is the exactly the kind of info I was after. Thanks.


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On bright sunny days, evenings are the ticket for topwater muskies. Evening summer muskies are usually cranked up "chasers"; meaning you can go after 'em with a fast topwater bait that features a prop style tail rotator like the TopRaider. This is precisely how Spence tagged his musky on this last episode -- at the very end of bright sunny day, just before dark.
Unless the lake, river or flowage you fish is heavily worked with topwater prop baits, you rarely need to fish slow at this time of day. In fact, the only time I slow down for muskies on top is after a particular fish has followed and not struck a speedy surface bait. Otherwise, I've got the "pedal to the metal" -- crankin' pretty fast with a prop style bait like the TopRaider in order to cover water quickly and efficiently.
Tackle matchups for TopRaider muskies is a simple one. I'd suggest fishing a high speed baitcaster like Abu Garcia's Revo Toro 60HS. A large capacity, big game series baitcaster with its extra large capacity spool size will really buzz a TopRaider thru the water easily. The big advantage of a high speed version for this style of fishing comes after the strike. Topwater muskies get ignited like a runaway missile after the strike occurs. The high speed reel enables you to keep the line taut no matter what the fish does.
For line, you can't beat Stren's 80 lb. test Sonic Braid. A heavy gauge, no stretch, floating braid is always the best choice for topwater lures. You always want to keep that line on the surface so the lure works well. This also keeps your hookset response instantaneous since no water drag will slow you down or inhibit hookset power.
My favorite TopRaider rod is a St. Croix Legend Tournament Musky Split Grip LTM80MXF "Top & Tail". It's an 8' long MH power rod with the new split grip design. The advantages of the extra long rod are many, and there are few disadvantages. Most of all, the 8 foot rod is far superior at the boat. Anyone who has done any amount of musky fishing knows that the figure 8 is a huge part of the technique. So many muskies follow to boatside. Getting even a small fraction of them to hit at boatside is a big plus. Long 8 footers simply do superior figure 8 patterns with your lures at boatside. The figure 8 can be made bigger, and deeper if necessary. Plus, after the fish is hooked, the additional rod length and rod bend is more apt to keep the fish hooked and not tear out the hooks.
Extra long rods also sweep the hookset better from long distances. An extra long cast with a topwater lure is usually a plus. It enables you to cover more water, but also provides added distance for a following musky to commit to the strike. Long casts with shorter rods result in poor hookups. The extra length of the 8 footer helps to set the hook solidly from very long distances. Finally, it also affords the angler the ability to steer the lure through lanes in weeds as well as create more pronounced changes of direction throughout the retrieve. Any change of direction is liable to trigger a follower to strike.
As far as the actual retrieve cadence goes, a fairly steady pace for muskies with TopRaiders is best most of the time, but I've seen the fish respond better at times to a lure that occasionally rips or spurts forward. Always crank a prop style topwater lure extra fast initially in order to get the prop spinning good and to pick the line off the water. Then back off to a medium fast retrieve once the bait's prop is churning with a strong plopping sound. With lures like the TopRaider, you'll often notice a perfect speed that creates a loud deep gurgle. This deep gurgle, for some reason, is highly desirable to muskies.
Finish each retrieve with an underwater figure eight, since many muskies follow to boatside. The strikes are explosive to say the least. Spence took several muskies this way while we were filming these episodes.
Follows are an inevitable part of topwater fishing and they can be almost as exciting as the strike itself. The sight of a wake behind your surface bait is sure to give you "weak knees". If you spot a follow, don't panic. Just keep crankin' the TR steady. A very slight burst of the reel will create a little additional spurt in the tail rotator. This might be enough to trigger the strike. If not, watch for that fish to smash the bait at boatside.
Some expert topwater anglers like to keep the surface lure on top during the figure 8 and never submerge it. They make extra large, wide turns on their figure 8's, but always keep it on top. I can't argue with this tactic if it works. But, I've taken some of my biggest trophies with submerged figure 8's on a topwater lure.
Be careful not to set the hook until the fish actually grabs the lure solidly. One of the biggest mistakes often made while topwater musky fishing is to set the hook as soon as the fish strikes the lure. This rarely works well with muskies and usually results in a missed fish. This is where nerves of steel win the game. Concentrate on maintaining a steady retrieve until you actually feel the rod bend and the weight of the fish on the end of the line. A delayed reaction on the hookset nearly always results in more hookups. Also, try to make all your topwater hooksets with one single sideways sweep. Once your rod is bent, never drop off the pressure and never set twice. Keep hard solid pressure on the fish. This is usually the key to keeping them hooked. If they are running at you on the strike, sweep hard sideways and simultaneously step back a few steps. This is also where the high speed reel comes in handy.
Finally, always keep the hooks on all your topwater lures extra sharp. Before you even make that first cast, check those hooks for sharpness. Test each hook point on your thumb nail by lightly dragging it downward. It should catch or bite in slightly. If it simply slides off your thumb nail, it is not sharp enough. A few quick strokes with a good quality file is all it takes.
Also, you'll notice that all TopRaiders come with a preattached shrink tubing on the rear treble hook. Without this little add-on, the large rear treble would foul over the rotating tail piece a lot. The shrink tubing enables you to fish a much larger treble hook on the rear end of the lure without fouling. This is key. By the way, it is very easy to replace a bad treble hook or the shrink wrap on this lure. Simply strip the old tubing away with a pocket knife or razor blade. Detach the bad hook. Slide on a new strip of #205 shrink wrap, available at any hardware store, and reattached the hook. Hit the the shrink wrap briefly with a small flame from a Bic butane lighter to shrink it back onto the hook, split ring, and the front side of the lure's back hook hanger and you are ready to go again.
Don't hesitate to try TopRaiders anytime the big muskies are shallow. On overcast days, fish 'em all day long. When it is sunny, you might try it now and then in the right looking spots, but make darn sure you are working it hard near sunset on your favorite hotspots. Some of the most exciting and heartstopping action is bound to occur at any time. Nothing beats a topwater strike from a big musky. Once you've experienced it, you'll know exactly what I am talking about.


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The Lions appear to be letting out a little slack in the leash they put on QB Matthew Stafford last season. It was put in place for good reason initially: The No. 1 overall pick earned the starting job from Week One, and though he had the requisite skills to handle the position, he still was learning how to perform as a pro and gain a rapport with his skill-position players. That process often was rocky, and the Lions were often shorthanded in terms of playmakers. But there have been signs this offseason that the team is ready to allow Stafford to audible more at the line of scrimmage if he identifies mismatches or vulnerable coverages. Although that freedom will be limited somewhat, this is clearly a sign that the team believes Stafford has a rock-solid grasp on the offensive scheme and that there are enough playmakers around him to create favorable matchups to take advantage of.
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Bring your furry friends to Santa Monica Place this holiday season for a special pet photo opp with Santa Claus himself! On Monday Dec. 2, 9 and 16, the mall invites guests' four-legged friends to "sit" for a photo with Santa in Center Plaza from 5-8 p.m. Kids, cats, dogs – all (non exotic pets) are welcome! Photos are available for purchase in individual photo cards or packets. $2.00 from every pet photo package purchased will be donated to Best Friends Animal Society and guests will receive complimentary samples of Natural Balance pet food. Please be sure to keep animal friends on their leashes.
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ELYRIA -- Two Vermilion brothers who pleaded guilty Feb. 15 to a hit and run in Lorain last March, are being sued by the two men they ran over.
Michael Wiseman, 19, and Gary Wiseman, 22, were charged with two counts of felonious assault and one count of vehicular assault. A sentencing date has not been set yet, according to court records.
The brothers were involved in an altercation with James Harwood and Robert Johnson, both of Lorain, according to a police report.
Harwood and Johnson are both seeking $500,000 in damages from each Wiseman. The lawsuit also lists a Christina Wiseman, but the lawsuit does not state the relation to the two Wisemans. As a result of the hit and run, the lawsuit states Harwood and Johnson have lost a lot of time from their employment and have had to pay for medical care and treatments.
Police went to 1605 W. 40th St. about 6 p.m. March 6 and found Harwood and Johnson lying in the road. Harwood told police his ex-girlfriend had showed up at his home with her two brothers, Michael and Gary Wiseman, and he believed the two were there to start a fight with him.
As Hardwood and Johnson argued with the Wiseman brothers outside the home, Gary Wiseman got into his 2004 Chevrolet Blazer and Michael Wiseman got into his red 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass, according to the police report. Harwood said Michael Wiseman then drove at him and Johnson, hitting both of them.
After the first hit, Gary Wiseman then struck Harwood and Johnson with the SUV, sending Harwood up over the windshield and onto the street, the report stated. The Wiseman brothers then fled the scene.
Johnson and Harwood had suffered cuts and scrapes and Harwood also had a broken arm, according to the police report.


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TE Davis gets deal to stay with Redskins
TE Fred Davis has re-signed with the Redskins. The team announced the deal Friday.
RG3: 'I'll be ready'
Robert Griffin III says his surgically repaired right knee is improving and he will "be ready" to play. It's just a matter of when.
Redskins release CB Hall
The Redskins part ways with CB DeAngelo Hall on Monday, The Washington Post first reported. Hall was due to count $8 million against the cap.
Redskins lock up TE Paulsen
The Redskins have signed restricted free-agent TE Logan Paulsen to a three-year contract, a source tells the Washington Post.
Washington Redskins: 2013 team needs
We highlight the top three needs on offense and defense for the Washington Redskins, and take a look back at their 2012 draft class.
Redskins hire A.J. Smith as senior executive
The Redskins hired former Chargers GM A.J. Smith as a senior executive on Wednesday.
Lattimore hopes to inspire during incredible comeback
South Carolina RB Marcus Lattimore isn't letting a gruesome knee injury slow him down en route to his path to the NFL.
Redskins' GM says team not considering name change
Despite increased opposition to their name in recent weeks, Redskins GM Bruce Allen said Thursday the club is not considering a new nickname.
Redskins sign DT Brace
The Redskins signed former Patriots second-round pick DT Ron Brace on Thursday.
What's next for Redskins if Fletcher retires?
LB London Fletcher played at a high level last season, but he could choose to retire. What would the Redskins do if he did?
RG3 wins PFW/PFWA Rookie of the Year
After turning in an electric debut season, Redskins QB Robert Griffin III was voted PFW/PFWA's Rookie of the Year.
Griffin undergoes surgery on ACL, LCL
Redskins QB Robert Griffin III underwent surgery on his knee to repair his ACL and LCL, the Redskins confirmed.
Peterson's freakish healing will make others suffer
By healing so quickly and turning in his best season to date, Vikings RB Adrian Peterson has set an unfair standard for others' rehabilitations.
Griffin to get second opinion, MRI on Tuesday
Redskins head coach Mike Shanahan spoke to the media and said QB Robert Griffin III will get a second opinion and a new MRI on his knee on Tuesday.
Carroll complains about condition of FedEx Field
The Seahawks lodged a complaint to the NFL about the conditions of FedEx Field, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL.com.
Garcon had four receptions for 50 yards in a 24-14 loss to Seattle on Sunday.||||||| Garcon twice had efforts of over 100 yards in the playoffs with the Colts. Well he'll be sitting at home watching Peyton Manning along with Robert Griffin III, who could not get him the ball with the quarterback clearly not even close to 100 percent.
Garcon hauled in five receptions for 87 yards and a touchdown as Washington pulled out a 31-28 overtime win over Baltimore on Sunday.||||||| Garcon has now posted 279 receiving yards over his last three games, scoring in each. The Redskins are 6-1 when Garcon is active.
Garcon caught five passes for 93 yards and a touchdown against Dallas on Thursday.||||||| Thursday's touchdown was only the second of Garcon's injury-riddled season.
Garcon appears ready to play Sunday.||||||| Garcon tore a ligament in the second toe of his right foot in the season opener and has been struggling with the pain ever since. He returned to play in two more games before missing the last four.
Garcon is inactive for the sixth time this season because of a right foot injury.||||||| He has missed five of the last seven games with a torn toe ligament in his right foot.


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Zach Randolph had 34 points and 17 rebounds, Rudy Gay scored 26 points, and the Memphis Grizzlies beat the Detroit Pistons 107-99 on Wednesday night.
The Pistons debuted a new starting lineup - and benched Richard Hamilton. Ben Wallace (ankle) missed the game and was replaced by rookie Greg Monroe, while Tracy McGrady and Chris Wilcox came in for Ben Gordon and Charlie Villanueva.
Gordon had 25 points, all in the second half, for the Pistons, while Monroe had his fourth straight double-double, finishing with 14 points and 11 rebounds.
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A quick perusal of the Bellator 86 betting lines show a lot of mismatches. But there is money to be made on one lightweight bout.
A look at the Bellator 85 betting lines, which see Michael Chandler and Pat Curran as favorites in their respective bouts.
A look at some betting lines for future UFC and Strikeforce fights.
Strikeforce lightweight champion Gilbert Melendez opened as a massive favorite over challenger Pat Healy for their September 29th bout.
A look at the betting lines for Strikeforce: Rousey vs. Kaufman.
The initial betting line has Daniel Cormier as a large favorite over Frank Mir for their Strikeforce bout later this year.
A look at the betting lines for the Strikeforce: Rockhold vs. Kennedy card.
Some new bettling lines for UFC fights have dropped, and Mauricio "Shogun" Rua, Hector Lombard, and Stipe Miocic are all heavy favorites.
A rundown of the betting odds for Friday's UFC on Fox 3 card.
A brief rundown of the odds for UFC 140. The event is headlined by a bout between Jon Jones and Lyoto Machida.
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Coke gets an energy jolt from Monster, and vice versa
Tracey Samuelson
Aug 15, 2014 Coke is acquiring a 17 percent stake in Monster Beverage for over $2 billion.
As the cupcake crumbles: Lessons from Crumbs' demise
Sally Herships
Jul 8, 2014 Crumbs expanded quickly and even went public.
How do restaurants set their buffet prices?
Nancy Marshall-Genzer
Jun 13, 2014 There's a careful science to pricing a buffet - and to getting your money's worth.
Lessons from the food truck worker who was fired over a tip-shaming tweet
Gigi Douban
Aug 1, 2013 A New York food truck worker who tweeted about a big company not leaving a tip on a big order lost his job over the tweet.
Yuck: A fourth-grader's undercover look at school lunch
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Breakfast: The most important meal for food companies
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Jun 26, 2013 General Mills posts strong profits, but the battle for breakfast is heating up.
Critics accuse Ralphs of creating 'food apartheid'
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Jun 21, 2013 Critics say Ralphs fobs off lower-quality products on low-income neighborhoods, but Ralphs says it varies what's on sale based on what customers buy.
Are you afraid of the potato cartel?
Sarah Gardner
Jun 17, 2013 A giant grocery wholesaler is accusing a giant potato growers association of fixing prices.
Could California's humane chicken law hatch a national trend? (Map)
David Weinberg
Jun 13, 2013 A battle is brewing over a California law that requires laying-hens to be given more space in the coop. Other egg-producing states want to override the law's requirement.
Target wants to take a bite out of the organic market
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AUSTIN - Texas lawmakers are staying in Austin for another month. Governor Rick Perry called a 30 day special session Monday, just minutes after the end of the regular 140-day regular session.
The only agenda item Perry has on the agenda right now is for lawmakers to address state voting maps that have been challenged in court since 2011.
Perry could add more issues later, and Lieutenant Governor David Dewhurst hopes he does. Dewhurst is urging Perry to add abortion limits, gun bills and school choice measures.
Although the House quit business for the night, the Senate decided to resume business less than an hour later. Though the work is not yet over, the regular legislative session is, and lawmakers made a lot of changes this year.
The House and Senate signed off on 955 bills this session. Governor Perry has signed 197 of those into law, vetoed two, and allowed four to become law without his signature.
Perry has three weeks to act on the remaining bills, and those unsigned go into law automatically.
Here are some of the most important changes from the 83rd Legislative Session:
- Texas will no longer lead the nation when it comes to the number of standardized tests in public schools. A bill sits on Governor Perry's desk that would dramatically change high school graduation requirements, including reducing the number of tests to be passed from 15 to 5.
- The hurting public school budget won back $4 billion. That money was stripped in the 2011 budget crunch. The now boosted budget puts the amount of per-student spending back on the same level it was four years ago.
- Lawmakers set aside $2 billion to create a state water plan they hope could guarantee enough water to last another 50 years, even in driest parts of the drought-ridden state. Voters will have the final say on whether that fund is created in a November election.
Democrats are calling this session a victory for now, accomplishing their number one goal of replenishing the school budget.
Meanwhile, far-right conservatives are unhappy about spending and the unresolved abortion issue.


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Avenging a loss from one week ago, Clover Park of Tacoma won its first boys basketball state championship in history Saturday night with a 69-54 victory over Squalicum of Bellingham.
Squalicum, which had been the three-time defending champion in Class 2A, had beaten Clover Park 56-54 last week in a regional championship.
The loss ended a 12-game playoff winning streak for Squalicum, a team that graduated a variety of contributors from last year's championship team and started the season 3-6 before rebounding with a 15-3 record prior to the title tilt.
In a state tournament dominated by upperclassmen, it was the play of two freshmen, David Crisp and Ahmaad Rorie, that led the way for Clover Park. Rorie led the team with 21 points, and Crisp chipped in 15. Neither shot well from distance, going a combined 3-for-15 from beyond the arc.
In the crucial period at the beginning of the second half, however, Rorie and Crisp combined with senior Tana Pritchard (13 points, 9 rebounds) to help push a four-point advantage at the half to a 47-32 lead after three quarters.
Clover Park had the rebounding advantage 43-29.
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Arizona coach Sean Miller discusses Arizona's split in Oregon as well as previews the upcoming game against rival Arizona State.
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News & Media: Georgia CASA Luncheon & Fashion Show
Georgia CASA Luncheon & Fashion Show 2014
10th Annual Georgia CASA Luncheon & Fashion Show
Wednesday, March 26, 2014, 11 a.m.
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Honoree & Keynote Speaker: Judge Glenda Hatchett
This fun event includes a seated luncheon, raffle and fashion show emceed by Donna Lowry of WXIA-TV (11Alive). Judge Hatchett will give an inspiring and motivational keynote address, as we honor her for her service and commitment to children. Women's fashions will be from Tootsies and men's fashions will be from Guffey's of Atlanta. Sponsors, table hosts and men who join the Gentlemen's Committee also receive invitations to the Celebrate CASA cocktail party, which will be held on the evening of March 4 at the home of George Olmstead and Amanda Brown-Olmstead in Buckhead. The Celebrate CASA party is hosted by the Gentlemen's Committee.
Help support the work of Georgia CASA, which provides comprehensive support services to its 47 current affiliate CASA programs that recruit, train and supervise CASA volunteers to advocate for the best interests of abused and neglected children in juvenile court. CASA volunteers work to ensure these children are placed in safe, permanent homes where they can thrive.
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Expert Decision-Making
Managers with substantial experience tend to make decisions intuitively. For better or worse, they do not engage in a rational decision-making process. How might we make better intuitive decisions? How might we expand the decision maker's "field of vision" in order to pick up informative clues? This workshop will focus on the (surprising) nature of intuition and two important phenomena that every manager needs to be aware of: weak signals and predictable surprises.
The Challenge of Change
Leadership at all levels, almost by definition, is about change. Yet over 70% of change initiatives fail. This workshop deals with the strategy and tactics of change leadership. We look at what has to be undone before new things can be done; how thinking must change before we can expect changes in behavior; and how multiple, interlocking programs may be the secret to change success.
Crisis Leadership
This workshop is about stopping or containing potential disasters and quickly restoring the organization to high-level performance. The focus is on proactive management of operations. We investigate the main sources of crises and explore the planning and integrated operations that would enable an organization to identify and strongly respond to potential catastrophes.
Leading Innovation
This workshop, based on studies of "best-of-breed" innovative organizations, combines an investigation of "Principles and Best Practices" with a novel examination of "Leadership for Innovation." We answer two important questions: What are the overarching responsibilities of leaders with regard to innovation? What are the specific roles of leaders in each phase of the innovation process?
Designing a Product or Technology Strategy
How and why do customer needs—and therefore market dynamics—change? What is the difference between great products and great architectures? How does one create and capture value (even in the face of inconsistent customer choices)? What are the two major paths for product introduction and how might we choose the right one? These are some of the key questions treated in this workshop.
When You're Asked To Do The Impossible: Leading in the Face of Great Challenge
This workshop examines why some teams succeed at accomplishing the "impossible" time and again. It explores the nature of teams and leaders who take on the toughest challenges and accomplish their goals even against great odds. Using a variety of case studies, we examine critical topics such as the four dimensions of high-stakes teams, competencies and skill sets, team formation, operations and best practices, decision making in the face of chaos, motivation, and learning.
Creativity Under-the-Gun: Accelerating Innovation with High Stakes Teams
Invention/Discovery teams represent an important vehicle that organizations are utilizing to develop new products and services. These teams face the daunting challenge of having to produce, in a very short time, highly creative ideas that are well developed and ready for implementation. This workshop presents case studies and lessons regarding how successful innovation teams operate. It also underscores the responsibilities of senior leaders in sponsoring, supporting and championing these teams.
Gaining Acceptance: The Hard Part of Creativity
It is often easier to come up with a creative concept than it is to get others to say "Yes" to that idea. Even very strong creative ideas do not sell themselves due to their nature -- they are DIFFERENT! This workshop explores some of the reasons why people tend to reject new ideas and why they may be "right" to do so. We also provide and examine a substantial repertoire of tactics that we can utilize to gain acceptance for novel solutions and change initiatives.
Everyone an Innovator: Sparking Creativity Throughout an Organization
In what ways might we actualize and focus the creative potential of all staff members? How do the great innovative organizations (big and small) harvest novel ideas from everyone and everywhere? These are the key challenges we address in this workshop, which is loaded with real-life anecdotes, studies and tactics that will provoke serious thought about how to make everyone in the organization an innovator.
Design Thinking
Design Thinking is a new high-impact management process being adopted by a number of acclaimed organizations. It is a cross-disciplinary approach tightly focused on providing value and meaning for the customer. This workshop provides a systematic examination of the nature and tools of this powerful approach, along with several revealing case studies that will illustrate the benefits it can deliver to customers.
Turning Technical Groups into High Performing Teams
Getting highly technical people to work together can sometimes seem challenging. The delays in plugging the BP oil leak may have inadvertently shown that high performing technical teams and brainstorming are not as abundant as we thought. This workshop will examine the three key tenets of high performing teams (diversity, Tuckman's team building model, and brain dominance) and through exercises identify steps to take to evolve some technical teams into high performing ones
Leadership vs. Management: The huge difference and why many organizations have gaps
The difference between these key roles isn't just about tactical versus strategic, or getting the job done now versus planning for the future. The differences between the two is staggering, and will be illuminated with case studies, roles and responsibilities and a series of exercises that will create an archetype of both, with qualities that can be developed, or used as criteria for hiring or promotion.
Why being lucky may be better than being smart: What is it about lucky folks in business?
Why do some people always find fortune? Is it by chance, or through luck? The newest data show that lucky people have a tendency to make their luck happen. Their luck is created by the way they think and act. The lucky folks see and exploit opportunities that others completely miss. This workshop will discuss the four principles that make people "lucky". Through a series of exercises attendees will identify ways and tasks to create their own luck and build their ability to change their luck and success in their organizations.
Cultural differences: Why knowing them and self-awareness is essential in global organizations
In the next 10 years, leading global teams will be the standard versus the exception. To be successful in this challenging role, leaders must possess three key things: Intellectual Capital (the ability to understand how business works and operates on a global scale while creating multiple worldwide contingencies and scenarios to mitigate risk); Psychological Capital (the ability to succeed in a culture or cultures completely different from one's own); and Social Capital (the ability to connect and build relationships with people from other parts of the world through intercultural skills, innate diplomacy and cultural flexibility). This workshop defines what these types of capital are, and presents examples of people with both excellent and substandard levels. Through case studies, participants will be able to identify the strengths and weaknesses in their capital levels, and come away with things they can do to improve them.
Generational challenges in the workplace and how they can be leveraged to create great teams
The next 10 years will see a complete turnover in the make-up of the generations in the American workplace. The Baby Boomers will no longer be in charge and with that will come the end of their influence in the workplace. This workshop, through exploration of the differences in the generations, identifies the benefits of diverse cultural teams, while helping participants better understand why the generations think differently. Examples will be presented of exceptional teams rife with generational diversity and exercises will be done to help people bridge the differences and exploit the synergies of generationally diverse teams.
Viral change and how it is an essential element for change management in all organizations
Over 70% of change management programs fail. The reasons for these failures will be explored while a new concept of "viral change" is introduced. The workplace no longer listens to the senior leaders. Psychological research shows our peers influence us more. This workshop explores why champions, identified from indirect leaders and developed from our peer groups, are the best way to lead successful change in the workplace. This workshop explores the concepts of "viral change", including the tools to be used to drive it and how some key concepts of top-down communication must be used and linked to the success stories of "viral change".
Emotional Intelligence (EI) in the workplace and why it is a necessity in today's diverse corporations
In the past, a high IQ was an essential characteristic of leaders. Current research shows that a high EQ or "Emotional Quotient" is more important in our organizations. This workshop introduces participants to the key tenets of Daniel Goleman's emotional intelligence (Self-awareness, Self-regulation, Empathy, Social expertise, Motivation and Mastery of purpose and vision). Attendees will do exercises to assess their levels of EI and identify ways to enhance theirs and their teams' levels of EI.


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Women are always looking for something new and fresh and are no longer afraid to take risks and have an edgy look on their nails.
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Allow me to introduce my modern mauve, Modern Love. The dusty mauve is more than wearable, and is going to quickly become a staple.
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Teaching aspiring musicians for over 25 years!
There are many reasons for learning to play a musical instrument. Perhaps the most important, is simply the joy and life that music can bring to yourself and others. But did you know that there also mind and health benefits as well?
CHILDREN & YOUTHS exposed to music lessons have shown vast academic improvement in other disciplines such as maths & sciences according to various studies.
For ADULTS, stress levels decrease and the heart slows down when the mind focuses on making music. What better way to unwind after a day's work?
Music Therapy is an academic discipline that has been used for SENIOR CITIZENS and various other groups to maximize health and well being.
Individual Lessons:
We provide a very personalized and customized service with our INDIVIDUAL LESSONS (one-on-one) geared to meet your unique goals and aspirations. Whether you wish to learn a specific genre of music (Rock, Jazz, Classical) or some basic chords and favorite melodies, we can customize the music lessons to suit you.
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Our teachers have a university education in a musical discipline and many are also performing musicians who can be seen on various professional stages locally and abroad. Most of our teachers are also fluently bilingual (English & French) and many speak a third language. If you require instruction in a language other than English & French, please ask, we may have someone who can accommodate you. (Other languages presently available: Spanish, Italian, Russian, Portuguese)
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We offer weekly lessons of 30 minutes, 45 minutes & 60 minutes duration. Deciding how much time is right for you may depend on your budget, your age or how much time you have to devote to practicing. Generally speaking, if you devote more time to practicing, you will require a longer weekly lesson. For a young child however, 30 minutes is sufficient as they may not have the attention span or patience to sit through a longer lesson. An adult will find 30 minutes goes by too quickly and has not covered enough material.If you are unsure what is right for you, we can help you. The important thing is to just START learning. You can change your music lesson details at any time, whether it's the lesson duration, your schedule, your teacher or your choice of instrument. Your satisfaction is our commitment.
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COLUMBIA, SC (WIS) - It appears the group leading efforts to build a new center for Columbia's homeless will forge ahead with a plan to put that center at Main and Elmwood Streets -- the location of the Salvation Army site.
In a letter to Mayor Bob Coble and city council, leaders of the Midlands Housing Alliance say putting the so-called "transition" center at the Salvation Army site must be pursued to achieve success.
Chairwoman Cathy Novinger says her group has serious concerns about obligations the city might have to other parties concerning the use of property now occupied by the city's winter shelter.
That property on Calhoun Street near the Broad River had been mentioned as a possible alternative site, but Novinger says locating the center there could expose the city to litigation, delays, a loss of both millions in funding and moral support of the community. That's a clear reference to complaints from the Beach Company, developers of the Canalside residential project.
A few days ago, city leaders got a nasty letter from Beach Attorney Gedney Howe. He and the company accuse the city of violating promises that the Calhoun site would only be a temporary location for the homeless.
The company says it has already suffered financial losses and will seek damages.
As for the Salvation Army, its board also weighed in Wednesday. The board told the city that even if another location is chosen, the Salvation Army will continue providing homeless services at Main and Elmwood for another hundred years if necessary.
Chairman Michael Beal added that failure on the transition center project will -- and these are his words -- "further Columbia's reputation as a dysfunctional city where critical issues are interminably debated, not resolved."
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Ceramic Praying Buddha Statue
Our Price: $88.00
Sale Price: $62.00
- Praying Buddha statue
- Made of ceramic with crackle finish
- Color: green-yellow
- Measures 23 x 6 x 5 inches
- Weighs about 9 pounds
Buddha Meditation Statue on Lotus
- Serene Buddha statue
- Made of cold cast bronze (resin core, bronze coating)
- Measures 15 inches high, 8.5 inches wide
- Depicts Buddha seated above a lotus flower
- Weighs about 8.80 pounds
Black and Silver Buddha Statue on Pedestal
- Buddha statue shrine
- Made of resin with black finish
- Pedestal made of aluminum-plated wood
- Measures 7 x 5 x 5 total
- Handmade in India
Abstract Yoga Woman Statue, 8 Inches
- Abstract yoga woman statue
- Measures 8 inches high
- Weighs about 1 pound
- Dark brown finish
- Made of cast resin
Set of 6 Multicolor Happy Buddha Statues
- Set of 6 Happy Buddha figures
- Made of cast resin
- Set of 6 different colors
- Measures about 1.75 inches high
- Intended for indoor use
Sparkling Mosaic Buddha Statue, Red
Our Price: $102.00
Sale Price: $68.00
- Sparkling mosaic Buddha statue
- Depicts Buddha in meditation
- Molded fiberglass with mosaic glass tiles
- Subtle splashes of gold color
- Measures 13 x 10 x 7.5 inches
- Weighs about 2.25 pounds
- Detachable base
White Happy Buddha Garden Statue
- Smiling Happy Buddha garden statue
- Made of terra cotta
- Antique dusty white finish
- Measures 7 x 8 x 6 inches
- Weighs 5 pounds
- Appropriate for outdoor use
Ceramic Buddha Garden Statue, Turquoise, 18.5 Inches
- Resting Buddha statue
- Made of ceramic with turquoise crackle finish
- Measures 18.5 x 7 x 4 inches
- Weighs about 4.5 pounds
- Appropriate for indoor/outdoor use
This collection of home and garden Buddha statues recalls an age in which peaceful meditation and contemplation were daily practices vital to health and happiness. The anchoring figure of our statue collection is Buddha, the world-renowned teacher, philosopher and spiritual leader who achieved enlightenment while meditating under a fig tree in ancient India. It is believed that by studying his calm gaze and serene posture, one may begin to unravel the mysteries of inner harmony and personal peace. Many people report that placing a Buddha statue in their environment strengthens awareness, encourages self-affirming attitudes, and enables concentrated meditative practice. These statues are made by artists all around the world and come in an abundance of sizes, styles, colors and materials, including garden Buddha statues. From glasswork to metal, from resin to stone, from ceramic to wood, from abstract to detailed, each statue can transform the space you live, work and play in.
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9:18pm Thursday 8th November 2012 in News By Newsdesk
FIRE crews had to cut a person from a car following a traffic accident in Ilchester tonight (November 8).
Fire appliances from Yeovil and Somerton were called to reports of the accident, which involved two vehicles, on the A372 Red Post Cross at 5.46pm.
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This is my first time to this forum, hoping for some help! I can not find a battery that will turn the motor on this tractor. I have put 2 garden batteries in the last year, not enough CCA in a small battery. I have checked around, and can not find a 12V battery 5 3/4 x 10 1/2 with side posts to fit! If it has enough stuff to start it, the battery is too big. Any suggestions?? I end up pushing it to the garage (with the help of my wife) to jump start it off the truck, and then it fires right up. I'm at the point of trying to have one made ($$$$) thanks for the help!
Re: 882 Cub Diesel
An 882 is basically the same as the red 782D's. Start by cleaning the electrical grounds. Also check with a Cub Cadet dealer for a service bulletin that covered hard starting problems with the diesels. I don't remember all the details, but for one thing I believe it added an additional ground wire.
Re: 882 Cub Diesel
You need to go to a battery store, and not just a Wal Mart or local Tractor Supply. Here is the parts breakdown, but Cub Cadet lists the battery as no longer available
There should be a common made automotive 12v battery that will fit in the tractor, but it is NOT a lawn and garden tractor. Take the measurements of the battery tray to a battery store and they will tell you all of the sizes of batteries that can fit.
You can look up the manual on MTD's or Cub Cadet's website, with the serial number and model number off of the frame. The diesel Cub Cadets used a standard automotive battery rather than a lawn and garden battery, and that's where the cranking amps come from. It is also a different battery than was offered in standard Cub Cadet tractors, so a manual from another (non diesel) cub cadet will not help you.
Also, you should check the manual to see how to operate the glow plugs. I believe that you need to turn the key to the left, hold it a few seconds, with your thumb over the round opening (#8 on the following diagram) until your thumb is warm before starting. This makes all the difference in the world when starting a diesel.
Good luck,
1951 Farmall Cub, Cub Cadets 102, 104, 1811, 1864, Simplicity Legacy XL 4x4 Diesel with FEL, 60" mower, 50" Tiller
Re: 882 Cub Diesel
Did a quick search and it seems that an issue with the diesel tractors is the grounding. Here is some info that I found for a fix:
The 782D also had grounding issues from the factory; later a service letter was issued that did this: Run a cable from the battery (-) terminal directly to the engine itself as the grounding capability is compromised by going through the frame. Doing this drastically improves the starting of these models.
This may help you more than just a new battery.
1951 Farmall Cub, Cub Cadets 102, 104, 1811, 1864, Simplicity Legacy XL 4x4 Diesel with FEL, 60" mower, 50" Tiller
Re: 882 Cub Diesel
Find an Interstate battery distributor in your area. Not just someone who sells Interstate. If they cannot find the proper size for your application, they will have it made at the factory.
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If you have already reviewed the Marquette website you may know some of this already, but you may not know that we are the largest Catholic Engineering school in the nation. We offer six Undergraduate Engineering Degree Programs with nine majors to choose from. We are located on a 96-acre urban campus adjacent to downtown Milwaukee. There is a lot to discover and take part in both on campus and around Milwaukee. Engineering is the third largest academic program at Marquette. That means there is a decent number of engineers but we are still small enough to make your education personal. You are not just a number on the roster here!
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Renewable energy makes good business
Joshua Pearce is a mechanical engineering professor who specializes in solar photovoltaic cells. He also does consulting work and can comment (in non-technical terms) on business and government policies associated with solar power. He feels investing in renewable energy makes good business sense.
"Canada Savings Bonds offer a tiny annual interest rate, yet people buy them because reliable investments with set returns are hard to find," says Professor Pearce. "Energy conservation measures (ECMs) save money. That's guaranteed. New lighting or better air conditioning systems reduce operational costs, and the savings are as good as money that's earned any other way. Better actually, since it's tax-free.The cost of such ECMs should be viewed as an investment. Unfortunately, people have focused on the upfront costs of the improvements."
Carbon dioxide: "Everyone's favourite gas to hate these days"
Philip Jessop is a professor specializing in green chemistry. He leads a research group that is trying to find ways to make carbon dioxide – famous for destroying the planet by causing global warming – and make it contribute to the environment in a positive way.
"Carbon dioxide is everybody's favourite gas to hate these days." says Professor Jessop. "My research group tries to figure out ways to make it contribute to society in a positive way."
Among his discoveries, Professor Jessop's team has recently discovered a way to use carbon dioxide to make the production of cooking oils more environmentally friendly and has received several calls from major cooking oil manufacturers.
Studying the Arctic
John Smol is a biology professor and expert on Arctic environmental issues. He has been traveling to the High Arctic to do research for the past 27 years – long before global warming became a hot topic.
"In many respects, the Arctic is on the front line of a wide spectrum of environmental problems, not least of which is climatic change. Arctic environmental research is not only a fascinating academic pursuit, but may well be critical for the future of our planet," says Professor Smol.
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Local couple 'elated' by gay marriage rulings
Original post made on Jun 26, 2013
Read the full story here Web Link posted Wednesday, June 26, 2013, 1:20 PM
on Jun 26, 2013 at 2:23 pm
Not to rain on their parade, and I share in their happiness as human beings, but they had "the same legal rights as heterosexual married couples" prior to this decision: That is, the right to marry someone of the opposite gender, you know, what "marriage" has meant for human history up until 10 years ago.
Optics and rhetoric are on one side here: The issue has been framed so that anyone feeling differently--whether guided by religion, tradition, morals or conscience--is deemed to be a bigot.
on Jun 26, 2013 at 2:31 pm
@Resident: And 60 years ago everyone had the same legal right to marry someone of the opposite gender but only of the same race.
Just because discrimation might be enshrined in history for a number of years/decades/centuries still does not make it right and does not make it something we shouldn't fight to change.
on Jun 26, 2013 at 2:38 pm
@also a resident: Agree with your last sentence, but following that logic, where do you draw the line? Multiple spouses? Below the age of consent? The deceased? Animals? Sincerely curious as to how you make the distinction, and not trying to make light of discrimination.


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Joseph Konte, "The Rivalry Heard Round the World," 7 p.m.: Games between the Dodgers and Giants are never just another day at the ballpark. Dating back to the late nineteenth century--when the teams embodied the competitive spirit of rival metropolises of New York and Brooklyn--the Giants-Dodgers rivalry gained intensity throughout the early twentieth century. The venue had changed but the venom remained, and the rivalry became author Joe Konte's obsession. Book Passage, 51 Tamal Vista Blvd., Corte Madera. (415) 927-0960, bookpassage.com.
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Michael Perry, "Visiting Tom: A Man, a Highway, and the Road to Roughneck Grace," in Conversation with Christopher Moore, 7 p.m.: New York Times bestselling author, humorist, singer/songwriter, and amateur pig farmer, Michael Perry will engage in a spirited conversation with zany bestselling author Christopher Moore about Perry's newest book. Visiting Tom tells the tale of Tom Hartwig, an old-timer who makes gag shovel handles, parts for farm equipment, and--now and then--batches of potentially "extralegal" explosives. Copperfield's Books, 140 Kentucky St., Petaluma. 762-0563, copperfieldsbooks.com.
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By Stephanie Springer - bio | email ALBANY, GA (WALB) - A child in Tifton tested positive for the mosquito borne illness and is recovering. This case serves as a reminder that West Nile is still out there and still a threat.
Health officials say they were expecting to see more cases of West Nile virus in our area this year because of all the rain we've gotten. But this is the first confirmed case of the year. Even though mosquito season is coming to an end..they still want you to be cautious of disease carrying mosquitoes.
A new study shows one in every 100 Americans has been infected with the West Nile virus, though many don't know it.
You get the virus from an infected mosquito. Symptoms can be severe, but they can also be non-existent.
"The majority of people who are infected with west Nile virus about 80 percent of them will never know it because you get over it,"said Jacqueline Jenkins, Epidemiologist. "So only 20 percent have flu like symptoms then only 150 of those develop the serious illnesses like Encephalitis and meningitis."
Health officials say West Nile virus can show up as flu like symptoms but there are tests that can determine if the symptoms are due to west Nile virus or the flu
Fortunately Dougherty County has had no cases of the virus this year. "In Dougherty county we are fortunate to have a good mosquito control program if you are having a mosquito problem you can call to the county and get someone to come out and do some extra spraying," said Donnell Mathis, Environmental Control Manager.
Environmental control officials treat the water in the daytime and spray for mosquitoes at night. Four trucks drive all over the county, spraying for hours at a time, five days a week.
"When we get a complaint we go out to the complaint and we do a surveillance around the home and we see if you have anything that's breeding mosquito once we determine the area that's the problem we set that area up to be sprayed," said Mathis.
But according to the CDC, a mosquito control program doesn't eliminate mosquitoes, so personal protection is the best.
"Just be aware when you are outside at peak mosquito hours go ahead and wear a repellent with Deet in it and also wear long sleeves if you are working in your garden or something," said Mathis.
Also avoid standing water,emptying it from flower pots, buckets and barrels. Change the water in pet dishes and replace the water in bird baths weekly.
Also something to keep in mind is as the temperatures get coolers many of us may be tempted to open up our windows and doors to let the cool air in, but health officials say make sure you have intact screens on those doors to prevent any mosquitoes from flying in.
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Check in with SHAPE magazine columnist Beth Blair as she posts weekly about her weight-loss journey on shape.com. Learn from her successes and struggles as she chronicles her transformation in 2014.
I have a serious sweet tooth, which means that after lunch and dinner, I'm always asking, "what's for dessert?" Chocolate is my biggest weakness although peanut butter comes in a close...
Meatloaf is an American staple but it's not exactly healthy. For a light yet tasty version, try my turkey meatloaf recipe. You won't miss the beef or breadcrumbs.
This morning I went to Dunkin Donuts with two co-workers to get coffee.
Summer in Chicago is delightful. The sun is shining, restaurant patios open up and people are more social.
Trading in steaks and pork chops for fish can significantly impact your health and waistline, according to my nutritionist, Keri Gans.
Most people who try to lose weight end up focusing on one thing: the pesky number on the scale!
Since, like most people, I spend a huge chunk of my time at the office, my personal trainer Stephanie Pipia suggested that I incorporate exercise into my workday.
Ever get bored with the gym, using the same cardio machines day in and out: the treadmill, the elliptical, and the Stairmaster? I do!
I often struggle with feeling overwhelmed and stressed, whether I'm on deadline at work or worried that I won't make it to the gym.
When most people who, like me, are trying to lose weight hear the word fat, they run for the hills.