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AbstractThis paper provides non-parametric estimates of the relation between nutrient intake and age for Czechoslovak individuals, as a function of characteristics of both the individual and the household she lives in, on the basis of household purchases. Results show no significant difference between the age - energy intake profiles of men and women. The decomposition of this intake between carbohydrates, lipids (i.e. fats) and proteins shows a lack of balance in the diet in Czechoslovakia, but significant progress toward a more balance diet has taken place over the period. Finally, household characteristics such as the woman's level of education, or household income, have at most a marginal impact on these profiles.
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Spring Humanities Series: American Sign Language Poets
Michael Taylor Clark, Lyndsie Onaka, Gayle Robertson, Robert J. Rich
Columbia Center for the Arts, 215 Cascade Ave, Hood River, OR
Time: 7 - 8:30 pm
Cost: No charge, suggested donations $5.00
Questions: (541) 506-6047
The Oregon School for the Deaf participates annually in Poetry Out Loud, a regional, state and national competition which focuses on students and their ability to interpret, memorize and deliver poetry to an audience. The students rise to the challenge in coming up with ways to deliver a poem in their native language, American Sign Language (ASL).
Presenters will include Michael Taylor Clark, Mid-valley Regional Poetry Out Loud champion and qualifier for the state competition, and Lyndsie Onaka, Poetry Out Loud finalist. The student poets are accompanied by Robert J. Rich (OSD reading and literature teacher, Zen Master, and resident ASL poet) and Gayle Robertson (OSD drama and art teacher, Poetry Out Loud coordinator, and interpreter).
The ASL poets' presentation last year made an unforgettable impression. They invited us into their language and taught us to see and "hear" poetry in a new way. We have brought them back so that more people throughout our community may experience the imagery and beauty that is ASL poetry.
For special access needs, call Shayna Dahl at (541) 506-6046.
Columbia Gorge Community College is an equal opportunity educator and employer


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June 28, 2014by Stout Family on 07/05/14
Today marks 3 months since the day Noah finished his race. Our family went to Hawaii to get away for a bit and in Hawaii, we saw everything Noah painted. We wanted to eat at a hole in the wall local spot - and we we're lead to Ono Steak and... Shrimp Shack in Waimanalo. Soon as we finished ordering, Anthony noticed a picture and autograph of Mike Iupati #77 of the 49ers on the wall. Mr. Iupati gave Noah an autographed 49er jersey which is with Noah now. One of Noah's favorite songs, "Somewhere Over the Rainbow" sung by Israel Kamakawiwo'ole, started playing on the radio station soon as we took notice to the picture. The inside of the restaurant was orange and hanging on the wall was a lei, similar to the one Tita Maryann, Uncle Eric and his cousins gave him, before we all left for the trip. Everything about Hawaii was so Noah - such a little island boy. Today at 6:52pm we will release 5 orange balloons (1 balloon for each of us), in honor of our, precious Noah. Our family started this tradition the day of his interment and every 28th at 6:52pm, if you see orange balloons in the sky remember Noah and his beautiful smile. See More
May 28, 2014by Stout Family on 07/05/14
March 30, 2014by Stout Family on 03/30/14
We are deeply saddened and with heavy hearts to inform you that our son, Noah Stout, passed away at UCSF Hospital in San Francisco on Friday, March 28, 2014 at 6:52PM. As many of you know, Noah was diagnosed with DIPG, which he battled for over 3 years.
First, we are so very thankful to God for blessing us with our Noah and allowing us to spend 7 ½ years with him. We fully submit ourselves to God's will and we know that this was all a part of His plan. We are grateful to our Father in Heaven for choosing us to be the proud parents of this beautiful and incredible boy. His spirit, strength, courage, faith and complete trust in God have been a life lesson to us. Although we do not know why this happened, we are certain that God truly loves Noah as he was always there to guide Noah to be brave, prayerful and strong in his faith.
We have no regrets in any decisions we've made. We prayed for guidance to the find the right doctor, and God led us to Dr. Burzynski. Although this was not the expected outcome, Noah did not suffer. As a result of administering the non-toxic medicine, and not pursuing conventional treatment (radiation/chemo), Noah had quality of life. He was regularly able to attend Children's Worship Service, 2nd grade homeschool, and extra-curricular activities. Noah left us as handsome as he was the day he was born. Despite the difficulties experienced, Noah always laughed, joked and made people smile. He never complained about being sick. For all of this, we express our heartfelt thanks to the Burzynski Clinic.
Noah prayed to become an Iglesia ni Cristo/Church of Christ Minister when he grew up. People that knew him believed that Noah was already an inspiration to them by his example. Some would also comment, "those who came to know Noah, came to know God". This is what we believe was Noah's primary purpose in life.
We extend our sincerest gratitude to all of you who love Noah, and have supported him throughout his entire journey. You are all angels sent from above and you will never be forgotten. May God shower his blessings to you and your loved ones.
Anthony and Michelle Stout
Lima Family Milpitas/Fremont Mortuary
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Fremont, CA 94539
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Monday, April 7, 2014: 10:00AM – 9:00PM
Tuesday, April 8, 2014: 10:00AM – 9:00PM
Service & Interment:
Wednesday, April 9, 2014 at 1:00PM
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Noah's favorite color was orange. In honor of Noah, please incorporate the color orange in your attire.
February 20, 2014by Stout Family on 02/20/14
Noah enjoyed Thanksgiving as it is his favorite dinner. He celebrated our Church's end of the year Thanksgiving and attended Children's Worship Service dressed in a nice tan suit with an orange tie. For those of you who know Noah, he loves to dress his best in suits and ties. He also brought in the New Year singing karaoke with his birthday buddy, Papa Art and family who visited from Arizona.
Noah had a catheter replacement in mid-January. As per the standard surgery procedures, he was given general anesthesia with a breathing tube through the mouth into the airway. Unfortunately, as Noah was still recovering from the common cold, the secretions in his throat worsened due to the breathing tube used in surgery. Noah couldn't cough up the secretions so he was admitted to the hospital as he needed Respiratory Care for suction. While at the hospital Noah was also experiencing a sporadic itch sensation he gets from time to time. When we took him to the hospital previously, it wasn't something the doctors had seen before since there was no evidence of a skin rash or irritation. We assumed it was an allergic reaction to something but, antihistamines were ineffective. After doing further research, what Noah was experiencing seemed close to being a type of neuropathic itch. We met with Neurology during the hospital stay and they agreed that may be the case. Thank God, they prescribed a medication that Noah could take on an as needed basis for immediate relief. We watched the Super Bowl from the hospital (Noah enjoyed Bruno Mars' half time show), and we were discharged the following day. Special thanks to my super supportive Buensuceso and Moreno Family for taking care of our girls, Giana and Leila, while we were away, and to Bro. Rommel San Gabriel, who took the time out of his busy ministerial schedule to come every day to UCSF to pray for Noah and anoint him with oil.
Noah was excited about a recent "Noah Night". It was Menlo High School's (in Atherton, CA), basketball game, against rival school Sacred Heart Prep. They dedicated this special game to Noah. It was a heartwarming event as the gym was an ocean of orange (Noah's favorite color). Everyone wore orange, waved orange cloths in the air, had orange balloons and the basketball players from both schools wore orange socks. There were even some students who painted their hair orange! Unfortunately, because Noah was discharged from the hospital that same week, he wasn't able to make it but, he was able to Face Time with his Dad, Anthony who attended the game. Special thanks to Coach Leday and his new Menlo High School (Atherton, CA) and Sacred Heart Prep families.
We also want to say a special Thank You to: Jen Santos, Vanessa Yang, Rosel Allones, Art & Maria Buensuceso, Art & Sally Villasol, Tony Frascone (Principal at John Sinnott Elementary), Hilary Leday (Noah's 2nd Grade Teacher), Jenny Mutti (Noah's Homeschool Teacher), Kellie Arnone (CCS PT), Paul Gallarate (CCS OT), Linda O'Connor (Home PT), Craig DeVincent (UCSF), Scott Martin (UCSF), Shannon Raber (UCSF), Amy Selverston (UCSF), Dr. Marquis (Burzynski Clinic), Dr. Burzysnki, Dr. Banerjee (UCSF), Dr. Oates (UCSF), Dr. Lee (UCSF), and many-many others!
October 4, 2013by Stout Family on 10/04/13
Noah's turned 7 years old on September 19, 2013 and celebrated his very special day 1950s biker/surfer style (Teen Beach Movie theme), with his closest friends and family. He also had a birthday party in his classroom at school with new 2nd grade friends and received several greetings and special surprises from many other students at his school. His last MRI was on September 16th and the results were once again stable with no growth, no enhancement and no activity. What a great birthday present!
Noah has been very busy as he started the 2nd Grade at John Sinnott Elementary and was placed in Ms. Leday's class. He continues to be homeschooled by Ms. Mutti. His principal, Mr. Frascone along with the Superintendent, Mr. Matsuoka, graciously offered to let Noah use a robot that allows Noah to be a perceptual student. He was so excited as he remembers seeing this in a movie. The head of the robot is an iPad and Noah controls the robot from another iPad at home. He can move the robot anywhere he wants to and the robot's iPad head, becomes Noah's face through the iPad cameras so that everyone can see Noah and Noah can see everyone, too. Pretty amazing! Noah also made the cover story "Special Student" of our city newspaper. We want to say a special thank you to everyone who has donated and supported our precious, Noah. Noah's school started multiple fundraisers, initiated the city newspaper interview and even reached out to the San Francisco 49ers who gave Noah a package of gifts and an official San Francisco 49er letter letting Noah know they are his new friends and support him completely. The school also held a silent auction for one of 1,000 special commemorative 2012 NFC Championship edition footballs provided by the San Francisco 49ers Foundation signed by pro offensive lineman Mike Iupati enclosed in a glass case, and gave Noah the Iupati autographed jersey. We can't thank you enough for the tremendous support and love you all have given to Noah and our family. This all came to us by surprise and we are very grateful. We thank God once again, for showering our family with all of these bountiful unexpected blessings that not only include the things Noah has received thus far, but also the people we believe God has used as His instruments! God bless you all!
August 26, 2013by Stout Family on 08/26/13
In the early morning of August 8th we rushed Noah to emergency at UCSF. He was admitted to the pediatric intensive care unit (PICU), and diagnosed with Metabolic Acidosis (MA). The doctors were able to correct the MA and Noah was discharged the next day. The following Monday (August 12th), Noah suffered the same emergency and was admitted back into the PICU. He suffered for 30+ hours of itching, no sleep and fast breathing until the doctors were able to correct his MA again, by giving him bicarb. This time, Noah stayed in the hospital for 4 days and was sent home with bicarb pills. The pills are helping Noah and he is doing very well. While in the hospital, Noah had an MRI which showed stable results - no activity and no enhancement once again. Thank God! Root cause of the MA is still unknown.
Thank you for your prayers during this very scary time and new challenge we were faced with. Special thanks to Bro. Rey Membrere for coming to the hospital to pray and anoint Noah with oil every day. God is so GOOD! Thank you to UCSF medical staff for taking good care of our, Noah! Thank you to Dr. Marquis at the Burzynski Clinic for collaborating with UCSF, providing guidance and staying in close contact with us 24/7.
Noah officially started the 2nd grade and is so happy to be homeschooled by Ms. Mutti, again and to be part of Ms. Leday's 2nd grade class. Noah is excited as he will be taking school pictures on Thursday and will line up with the rest of his class!
August 5, 2013by Stout Family on 08/05/13
Noah's last MRI on June 13, 2013 was stable with no activity and no enhancements, once again. We are always very thankful to God for answering our prayers. Noah's next MRI is scheduled this Friday, August 9th and prayerfully, we'll see good results again - of course we're always praying for tumor breakdown but we'll take stable.
Noah has had home Physical Therapy (PT) with Linda but she, along with Noah's doctors, feel he is ready for that next level of PT. In perfect timing, we were contacted by CCS (California Children's Services), who has offered additional Physical Therapy (PT) and Occupational Therapy (OT) services. Noah is now going to these additional therapy sessions twice a week to get him back to the routine of doing things independently. His 2nd shunt revision back in December 2011 took a toll on him because as his ventricles filled up with fluid - it added pressure to his brain causing some issues with his right side of his body (when he was unconscious his leg was stiff as a board - then when they would tap his shunt to remove the fluid, it would become normal and flexible again). We also believe his long term use of steroids (2+ yrs), caused his body to become more dependent on the steroids versus using his own muscle strength; so tapering him off completely in January 2013 required Noah to work harder in using his own natural strength. In either case - we are very happy because additional PT and OT will get him back to functioning normally. He's pretty excited about exercising in a harness. He remembers going to the Justin Bieber concert and seeing Justin flying across the stage. :-)
Noah has lost 26 lbs (whoohoo!), and will start 2nd grade soon. He's a little bummed about summer vacation ending soon but he'll have a pretty busy schedule with homeschool and PT/OT. He's enjoying every minute of the summer and happy that in no time soon - all of his hard work will pay off and he'll be walking and running around like he used to. Noah continues to lead his 8:00 PM PST devotional prayers asking God for complete healing so he can help other kids who are suffering from this illness and be a deacon in Children's Worship Service (CWS) :-). He continues to inspire me and my entire family with his faith, devotion and trust in what our Father in Heaven can do. Noah is truly heaven sent.
June 8, 2013by Stout Family on 06/08/13
I apologize as it's been a long time since I've updated this website. We've made more updates to Noah's public Facebook page (I Heart Noah), due to easy access on our smartphones.
Noah's last MRI was in April 2013 and everything was the same. There has been no change since October 2011 (tumor is stable and shunt is working perfectly). Noah has another MRI scheduled June 13, 2013.
Yesterday, Noah sat in the baby pool with his 3 year old and 1 year old sisters playing and having a great time cooling off from the heat. He woke up today feeling good and ready to attend Children's Worship Service, which he attends every Saturday.
As I reflect back to December 27, 2010, I remember that we prayed immediately asking for help and guidance and God led us to Dr. Burzynski. Today, Noah has no symptoms, he's no longer taking steroids and has completed the first grade with Outstanding and Satisfactory grades - reading at the 2nd grade level, already. All of Noah's doctors say Noah is very unique and doing great – they are almost speechless about how good he's doing.
We praise God and give Him all the glory because he continues to be Noah's protector and shield from this illness. We thank God for the Church of Christ (Iglesia ni Cristo), the great support we have from all of you, Dr. Burzysnki and his non-toxic medicine, for keeping His promises about anointing of oil (James 5:14 - Is any sick among you? let him call for the elders of the church; and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord), answering our every prayer and Noah's great progress. Although we pray several times throughout our day, we continue to dedicate 8:00pm every day to specifically ask God to heal Noah. We've also not missed a day of anointing of oil since diagnosis. If there is a cure to this awful illness – I can only say it's having faith, trust and zero doubts in God's mercy and miracles. God is truly magnificent, the most powerful and the greatest above all.
You can watch our family interview taken early 2012: http://incmedia.org/wpmedia/videos/the-power-of-prayer Noah actually looks completely different as he's lost a ton of weight soon as he stopped taking steroids. You can see up to date pictures on his Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/pages/I-Heart-Noah/155929211124392.
Thank you again for your support and may God shower His abundant blessings to all of you!
Feburary 28, 2013by Stout Family on 02/28/13
On February 12, 2013 Noah had his routine MRI and the results were stable and not active, once again. There has been no change since October 2011. Thank God! That very same day was the last day Noah took his steroids. He is completely off of hydrocortisone (steroids) and is doing extremely well. He now only takes natural supplements (potassium and iron) and his ANP medicine.
Noah has also doing great with his homeschool studies. He's been getting 100% on his spelling tests, most times, and he's doing well in learning how to count money and how to tell time. He's also improving with his right side strength and using his left hand a lot more these days.
We apologize for the delay in updating this website. Noah also has a public Facebook page "I Heart Noah" and because of easy access - we sometimes post more updates on his FB page than this website.
December 17, 2012by Stout Family on 12/17/12
November 5, 2012by Stout Family on 11/05/12
Noah had an ACTH test last Friday which is a test to determine if his body is producing its natural steroids. The results of the test would tell us if he's ready to stop taking his hydrocortisone pills. The test showed that his adrenals are still partially suppressed. The doctors typically want to see a rise of greater than 10 but his rose to 8. They advised us not to be discouraged as his adrenals are waking up! He just needs a little more time so they advised us to stop his last dose and re-test in January. He's now taking 7.5mg (instead of 10mg), of hydrocortisone and what is reassuring is that there is no harm with this low dose since this is basically comparable to a person's natural steroid level.
Although Noah was a bit disappointed in the results (he was so excited to stop taking these pills!), he continues to do very well. He's still the same happy-go-lucky and extremely blessed little 6 year old boy who never ceases to amaze us! His next MRI will be in December. Stay tuned.
October 4, 2012by Stout Family on 10/04/12
Noah had his MRI on Tuesday, October 2nd and his tumor continues to remain stable and his ventricles continue to remain small (which means his shunt is working perfectly). Thank God!
Noah has been having so much fun playing with all of his new toys and art supplies he received from his birthday. He's also been having fun in the sun with his sister, Giana in the baby pool we set up in our backyard.
We have been so blessed that Noah's tumor has not progressed for a year (since Oct 2011), and he is not experiencing any pains, discomforts, symptoms or side effects. We continue to wait patiently and pray for tumor breakdown, which we know will happen in God's perfect timing.
September 25, 2012by Stout Family on 09/25/12
Noah had a terrific week! He's a 6 year old now and celebrated his birthday with two parties. His first celebration was midnight on his actual birthday (September 19). His Dad baked him a confetti cake per his request, and his Aunty Josie, his sisters Giana and Leila, his Dad and I sang "Happy Birthday!" where he was able to open his first gift and make his first wish as he blew out his candles. He wasn't feeling too good this day but we were very blessed because he perked up within hours of his actual birthday. His second birthday celebration (Superhero/Graffiti party), was at his Uncle Jun and Aunty Grace's house last Sunday. The backyard was raining balloons and we also had a 7ft Hulk made out of balloons since Hulk is his favorite. His Aunty Jill, provided an art activities for kids to color graffiti letters to make a name plate, and a wall of canvas for kids to paint with water-based non-toxic paint. A friendly clown came to face paint and Spiderman made a special appearance to host games and other fun activities. Noah was SO happy and in his 8:00pm devotional prayer, he thanked God for blessing him with a great birthday party and for the strength he had that day, as he felt great all day long. Thank you to all our very special family and friends who helped us with the party, for those who celebrated this very special milestone and for all of you who sent gifts and birthday greetings. Noah felt all of God's love that day!
September 8, 2012by Stout Family on 09/08/12
Noah had a few follow up appointments this past month and all of his doctors see improvement, physically. I say physically because there's been zero issues with him mentally - he's still the same Noah, just smarter because he's maturing, learning every day through this experience and from being homeschool. He has been down to the very minimum dose of his steroids for a few weeks now (which is equivilent to the normal amount of cortisol the body produces), and will be tested in 6-8 weeks to determine if he can stop steroids, completely. He's also lost ~6 pounds. :)
We will be celebrating Noah's 6th birthday (September 19th), this month and he's very excited. This is truly another major milestone in his life and testimony of God's blessings. We were told that within months of his diagnosis we would see a rapid decline in his health physically/mentally and, we wouldn't see his 5th birthday. We are so grateful.
August 10, 2012by Stout Family on 08/10/12
Noah had an MRI on August 3rd and once again, results showed no tumor progression and no hydrocephalus. We had a scary moment a few weeks before his MRI. At 2:00 AM July 27th, Noah had a 105 degree fever so we rushed him to the ER. We also called our Minister Bro. Matthew Capistrano who immediately came to the hospital that early morning to pray and anoint Noah with oil. By 1:00pm the same day, his fever was completely gone and never came back. To make sure Noah was completely OK he was admitted to UCSF to continue the antibiotic that was being administered through his catheter. Doctors at UCSF couldn't source his fever so we were discharged on July 30th and home with Noah's sister's Giana and Leila who we missed so very much. During our stay at UCSF we also met with Endocrinologists who gave us a tapering schedule to wean Noah off of his steroids. They also took him off of Decadron and changed his steroid to Hydrocortisone because it is easier to taper. I learned that 1mg of Decadron was equivalent to 50mg of Hydrocortisone which is no wonder why it affected Noah so drastically. We noticed that after Noah's fever episode, he gained right side strength as he's standing up on his own, and back to using his right hand to play with his Nintendo DS and laptop. The temperature of his right leg and right hand are the same as the rest of his body (they used to be cold), which tells us his blood is circulating better. His physical therapist was very happy to see these changes and says Noah is really improving. We are so thankful to God for the over-all good results and thankful for your continuous prayers.
June 23, 2012by Stout Family on 06/23/12
Noah had his MRI on June 8th and results showed no tumor progression and no hydrocephalus. These results also showed that his tumor was no longer swelling so the doctors are comfortable discontinuing the steroids. We are now weaning him off and he's doing well. Thank you all for your prayers... Noah is very blessed.
May 25, 2012by Stout Family on 05/25/12
Noah still continues to do well every day and May 27 will mark 17 months since diagnosis. He was so happy and brought his teacher, Jill, to our Church's Teacher Appreciation night last Friday and really enjoyed himself. He also had a great time watching the movie, Avengers and went to see it the day the movie came out. Noah shows us how well he reads and spells when he uses his IPod Touch to text his cousins to come over. He's also a very proud big brother again to his baby sister, Leila who was born on April 18. Noah loves to play with her and is also a great babysitter. His tumor has been stable since last October (praise God), with no growth, and his blood work shows stable electrolyte levels which allows him to consistently take his ANP treatment. His Dad and I found tricks on how to draw his blood when his catheter gets clogged so we haven't had the need to take him to the hospital. Thankfully, he only goes to the hospital for routine MRI checks. Noah's next MRI is scheduled June 8. We continue to pray every day for tumor break down.
April 27, 2012by Stout Family on 04/27/12
Noah's last MRI was on April 6, 2012 and the doctors confirmed there was no tumor growth again! :-) Noah is also using a walking boot now, which was specially made to help his right foot from turning in when he stands up. He's able to get around easier with help, he's happier, more energetic and, very happy to have a new baby sister we named Leila, who was born on April 18. Devotional prayers and annointing of oil continues every day without a miss and I am always so grateful to be able to share this good news. We give all the glory and honor to our Almighty Father. Thank you God!
March 27, 2012by Stout Family on 03/27/12
Today marks 15 months since Noah was first diagnosed. He is doing very well and continues to take his ANP treatment. He enjoys his normal day-to-day activities which includes homeschool, physical therapy (once a week), playing, singing & dancing, Wii and painting. He hasn't been back to the hospital for any major issues since his shunt was revised last December, thanks to our Almighty God. That hydrocephalus is something else! We're very happy and relieved the shunt is working properly and no more scary moments like we had end of last year being in and out of the hospital. We have experienced so many miracles and are very blessed to be the parents of this very brave little miracle boy. Noah continues to amaze and be an inspiration to all of us every day. His next MRI is scheduled Friday, April 6. We continue to pray for good results!
February 16, 2012by Stout Family on 02/16/12
Our family has had a blessed 2012 and we have so much to be thankful for. Noah's last MRI from February 7 showed no tumor growth again. His tumor has not grown since October 2011. Praise God! We also received great news that Noah's MRI images showed no more hydrocephalus - the shunt is working perfectly. God willing it will continue to work as it should, and Noah won't have to have any more surgeries. We were also able to reduce his steroids to 1x a day since his tumor is not swelling and so far, we've had no issues.
Noah is now undergoing physical therapy (PT) to help strengthen his right side which got a little weak after his hydrocephalus issues. We had a hard time finding a PT that would come to our house but thanks to Cici our family friend, she was able to find one who can come over weekly to work with Noah.
I've also posted a new button on the More Info tab called, INC coverage on Noah - Power of Prayer. Our Church did a story on Noah and our family - feel free to watch when you have a moment. Thanks again for all the support, love and prayers. We appreciate you all very much. Take care and God bless!


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Joint media release
19 June 2009
Tuggeranong Schoolhouse, one of the earliest schoolhouses in the south Canberra region, will receive Australian Government funding of $75,000 for urgent restoration works.
Funding was announced today by the Federal Minister for the Environment, Heritage and the Arts, Peter Garrett, and the Federal Member for Canberra, Annette Ellis.
"Tuggeranong Schoolhouse is part of the history of early settlement of our national capital and is representative of rural life in the area during its early days," Mr Garrett said.
"This significant investment through the AustralianGovernments Jobs Fund initiative will ensure that the roof of this historic building is able to be restored to provide all-weather protection for the building and its contents, as well as attend to some urgent internal works.
"This project will ensure that the building remains viable and is able to be used by the community in the future. It will also have an important flow-on effect for the local economy through the creation of employment opportunities in small businesses and specialist trades.
"The Jobs Fund is an important part of the Australian Governments commitment to provide targeted funding for projects that not only protect and conserve some of our most important heritage places, but also help to generate jobs and provide economic stimulus aroundthe country," Mr Garrett said.
Ms Ellis welcomed the funding as an important investment in the Tuggeranong community.
"Tuggeranong Schoolhouse is a popular destination for school and community groups. As a result of this important conservation workmore visitors will be able to experience this place and gain an understanding of the early settlement in Canberra," Ms Ellis said.
"The site is now owned by the ACT Government, and I congratulate them on securing funding that will protect and conserve it for the future.
"The Jobs Fund package will ensure that the ACT Property Group will be able to increase its uses with improved amenities and presentation."
The $650 million Jobs Fund includes $60 million for projects related to Australia's historic, Indigenous and natural heritage places.
The $60 million for community heritage projects has been developed in consultation with Senator Bob Brown as part of the Government's $42 billion Nation Building - Economic Stimulus Plan.
Funding previously announced for heritage projects includes $1.3 million for a major upgrade to the Grand Canyon Walking Track in the Greater Blue Mountains World Heritage Area, $2.5 million for four Tasmanian convict sites and more than $550,000 to protect and conserve the Cottesloe home of World WarII Prime Minister John Curtin. For more information on Australias heritage projects, visit www.heritage.gov.au


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Trending this Summer: 5 Ways to Update Your Look
Written on May 14, 2014 at 10:27 am , by Marla Horenbein
Updating your wardrobe each season with the hottest, trendiest pieces can be overwhelming and exhausting, not to mention hard on your wallet. To help you navigate through all the fashion fuss, we've created a 'Top 5 Trends' list, which will instantly amp up your summer style game. Check in each week for our latest trend tip!
This week's pick: the T-shirt. The best part about this trend is that you probably already own dozens, you just need a new way of styling them to make 'em feel fresh for the season. Pair a slouchy tee (crushing on this one…splurge!) with a structured pencil skirt for a laid back, office-appropriate look—think casual Fridays–or toss a plunging v-neck on with a pair of destroyed boyfriend jeans and lots of layered boho necklaces for an easy weekend style.
If you're ready to freshen up your closet with some new tees, check out some of our favorites below!
- Cut Out: Hardtail ($84, hardtailforever.com)
- Baseball: Hurley ($27, hurley.com)
- Crop: H&M ($7, hm.com)
- Graphic: Aerie, ($23, aerie.com)
- V-Neck: J.Crew ($30, jcrew.com)
- Muscle: American Eagle ($30, ae.com)
- Sweatshirt: Zoe Karssen ($130, net-a-porter.com)
- Striped: Pink ($20, victoriassecret.com)
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Bust The Winter Blues: Red Hot Fashion for Spring
Written on March 27, 2014 at 3:42 pm , by Marla Horenbein
We're tired. Tired of talking about the cold, tired of dressing for the cold, and most definitely tired of running in the cold. And if we're this tired of it, we're pretty sure you are too. Lucky for us, it finally seems like temps are starting to creep above freezing, and we're desperately waiting for the day when we can officially chuck our snow boots to the back the closet, never to be worn again…at least until next winter. Until then, we're stock piling some of our favorite warm-weather trends, and what better way to break out of the winter blues than with a burst of red?
Call Me, Maybe?: Cell phones have become just as much of an accessory as our jewelry and handbags, so why not dress yours up in a 'notice me' color this spring? Our pick: ban.do's Shazaam Red.
Baby Got Back: We're suckers for cute undies, especially comfy boyshorts, like these from Aerie. Wear 'em under your favorite flouncy skirt or when it's time to hit the hay…we'll leave that up to you.
Cutting Edge: Splits59 has quickly become one of our go-to active brands, and we're obsessed with their super cozy sweats. This edgy top features a sexy cut-out neckline and thumbholes. Yes, please!
Watch Out: The best way to add a POC (pop of color) to your wardrobe without going overboard? A little wrist action. We can't get enough of the fun designs from May28th.
Babe Watch: You don't have to be Pam Anderson to look smokin' hot in a red bathing suit. This sporty style will have you turning heads on spring break.
Kick Back: Flashy slip-on kicks are all the rage this season, but if fire engine red is too vibrant for your style, try a washed version instead!
Eye Candy: Ditch your boring black shades for a pair with some spunk. Hobie's Dogpatch sunglasses have cool reflective (and polarized!) lenses to keep your eyes safe from the sun. Grab a red pair and be part of the limited edition crew!
Back Up: Hike through less-than-perfect weather this spring with this water-resistant backpack from Timberland. Your stuff will stay dry, and this poppy red will ensure that your hiking buddies won't lose you along the trail.
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Love (and Jewelry) is All You Need on Valentine's Day
Written on February 14, 2014 at 9:32 am , by Marla Horenbein
This Valentine's Day will be the first one that I've spent solo in almost nine years (insert Beyonce's Single Ladies dance here). Because I have a love-hate relationship with February 14th, I'm not totally bummed about not having plans (a night of rom-coms? Okay by me!), and knowing that there will be no pressure to find the perfect dress to be wined and dined in is a huge sigh of relief. But like most single gals, the thought of not receiving an embarrassingly large bouquet of flowers and a box of chocolate from a crush does sting a little. So instead of waiting for Mr. Right to suddenly appear and shower me with gifts, I've decided to take matters into my own hands. Here's how I'll be spoiling myself this V-Day, with a little love from some of my favorite jewelry designers. If you can't beat 'em, join 'em, ladies!
From top left: CatBird NYC 'X&O' rings, Ariel Gordon Jewelry 'Mini Heart' studs, Jennifer Zeuner 'Loved' necklace, Scosha 'Arrow' bracelet, Carrie Hoffman Jewelry 'Mini Pave T-Bar' necklace
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Winterize your Workout
Written on January 2, 2014 at 10:10 am , by Marla Horenbein
You've indulged more than you'd like to admit this holiday season, and now it's time get back out there and burn some serious calories. But thinking about getting out of your warm bed at 6am to head to the gym seems less than appealing, right? Getting dressed is half the battle, so leave the excuses and whining at home, and take on the cold with some of winter's best accessories and layers.
- Nike's Aeroloft vest is the perfect layering piece for winter runs. It's super lightweight (800-fill goose down!), so it keeps you warm without weighing you down.
- Whether you're heading to the gym or venturing out for a snowy run, this Under Armour Charged Cotton Storm beanie will keep your noggin dry in the worst conditions. UA's water-resistant storm technology wicks away moisture to help keep you dry longer, so using weather as an excuse to slack-off is not an option!
- Editor tested, athlete approved. Altheta's Queen of the Mountain jacket is on the top of our list for keeping warm while being active this winter. And with 360* reflective detailing, you'll be fully visible during those early morning or late night workouts.
- Sometimes all you need is a little color to get you inspired and out of your rut. These Saucony Space Dye Run gloves will add a fun pop to your outfit, and are sure to get you motivated and out on the streets.
- Jumping into a workout with cold muscles can cause injuries, so when you head to your next barre or Pilates class, try a pair of flats to help keep your tootsies warm. Blake Brody has tons of cute options, but the colorful braided strap on the Leah flat is just too good to pass up.
- Headed to the mountain? Keep your ears warm with the Bauhaus Knitted headband from Sweaty Betty. The fun jacquard print will make you stand out on the slopes, while staying put for extra comfort.
- Layer up for your next savasana sesh with Lululemon's Savasana socks. The cozy merino wool will keep your toes toasty both in and out of the studio.
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What To Wear for Your Workout in 2014
Written on January 1, 2014 at 7:30 am , by Guest Blogger
FITNESS has teamed up with Gilt to bring you up to 60 percent off the best workout clothes and gear. Shop the sale at gilt.com/fitness starting January 1. Here, check out the go-to pieces Tracey Lomrantz Lester, the women's editorial director of Gilt, chooses for looking stylish while working out.
Fitness is a really important part of my life. I'm prone to being a stress case, so I love the opportunity to turn everything off and sweat it all out. Here's a peek at my best get-sweaty looks.
Bikram Yoga
Bikram is my therapy! I aim to get to the studio three mornings a week, usually on my busiest weekdays so that I can get centered before the crazy comes. I think my most productive workouts are my sweatiest ones, and there is no lack of that when you spend 90 minutes in a 105-degree room. I keep my wardrobe minimal so the laundry isn't as daunting; a sports bra and little boogie shorts do the trick.
I do most of my spinning on the weekends, because that's when the class times are most convenient for me. I love to do a 9am on a Saturday–it makes me feel energized all day (and a little less guilty for that second martini on Saturday night). My go-to gear is a long bike pant and a tank top with a built-in sports bra. I like something streamlined so it doesn't get in the way of my ride.
Cardio at the Gym
When I can't commit to a class time or am in a crunch, I'll head to my gym for some cardio and light weights. I like 45 minutes on the stair climber or elliptical, usually in running shorts and an old college T-shirt swiped from my husband's drawer.
Outdoor Cycling
Even in the colder months, I love getting a little fresh air when I exercise. I live close to Central Park, so I take my bike around the 6-mile loop once or twice. They key is to layer up so you don't freeze your butt off! I usually wear my bike pants, a sweat-wicking top, a zip-up jacket, and a fleece or a vest on top.
Categories: Fashion, Fitness, Workouts | Tags: fashion diaries, fashion trends, gilt, sale
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Your Guide to Holiday Dressing
Written on December 19, 2013 at 9:05 am , by Marla Horenbein
Drop the Christmas sweater! We repeat: Drop the Christmas sweater! And while you're at it, ditch your sequin dress, plaid shirts and candy cane earrings. This holiday season, we don't want you to look like a walking Christmas present, so we've pulled together some tips that will have you acing holiday style, without looking like you belong under the tree.
We love a good ugly Christmas sweater party, but they call them that for a reason. There are other ways to be festive on Christmas without sporting Rudolph all day. We suggest layering a crisp white shirt under an oversized cozy cable knit or funnel neck sweater, like the one below. It reeks of chicness, and if grandma asks why you didn't wear the sweater she got you last year, just show her pictures from that party you went to. We think she'll approve.To wear tights, or not to wear tights? That is the question. We all face it this time of year (at least those of us living in cities with freezing temps), so why not nix it all together and opt for pants instead? Sure, a dress or skirt might feel like the right option for your holiday bash, but a cool pair of leather pants and some sexy pumps can have the same effect without the goosebumps and the chills.
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When Fitness Meets Fashion: The New Nike Free TR 4
Written on December 18, 2013 at 10:04 am , by FITNESS Intern
Written by Alena Hall, editorial intern
When it comes to cool workout kicks these days, style matters just as much as performance. Luckily, trendy ladies no longer have to choose between fit and fabulous because Nike is at it again.
The new Nike Free TR 4 was designed to handle the majority of movements in the gym, from running to dance cardio classes and everything in between. It is the first shoe in the Free TR collection to utilize Nike's Flywire technology, which provides additional support from underneath the foot to the tops of the laces. Minimal, durable and strong, the new sneaker is taking the fitness and fashion world by storm with its high-performance quality and customizable design.
The shoes' wide variety of color combos makes them a must-have for any healthy closet. Female athletes can log onto NIKEiD.com starting December 23 and create unique looks of their own—the possibilities are endless! Choose from 13 different color options in customizing nine different areas of the shoe, and play with fading effects, fun prints and personal message inscriptions on the tongue of the shoe for additional flair.
Ladies looking for a little design inspiration can turn to Maria Sharapova, the global tennis icon who collaborated with Nike to create the shoe's sexy silhouette. She pre-selected several color combinations for girls who don't necessarily want to pick a palette of their own, but still want to rock a stylish sneaker when they step into the gym.
The lightest Free TR to date, thanks to its crafty mesh construction, is ready to help women across the globe take their training to the next level. In the spirit of the holidays, treat a fit friend (or yourself!) to a new pair of sneaks that seamlessly place comfort, performance and individualized style beneath your feet.
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Speedo USA Pulls Athletes, Artists and Philanthropy Together with Cap Art
Written on December 13, 2013 at 10:33 am , by FITNESS Intern
Written by Alena Hall, editorial intern
Searching for a meaningful gift for the swimmer in your life? Lucky for you, Speedo USA launched its Art of the Cap Campaign earlier this week, introducing five new, limited-edition swim caps designed by incredible athlete-artist duos that give back to influential charities across the country.
Team Speedo athletes (and Olympic gold medalists) Ryan Lochte, Natalie Coughlin, Nathan Adrian, Dana Vollmer and Cullen Jones paired up with celebrated artists to design the five caps available just in time for the holiday season. At the core of the collaborations is a true connection between the athlete and the artist, from personal stories to interests and style, which breathes life into these creative designs.
The proceeds from each swim cap will be donated to five charities selected by the athletes themselves—Parent Project Muscular Dystrophy, Right to Play, Kids Beating Cancer, Simon's Fund, and the USA Swimming Foundation's Make a Splash Initiative. Head over to the campaign's website to learn about each athlete's connection to their selected cause and what it means to them to be able to give back. Coughlin's design in particular reflects not only her love of swimming, but her deep appreciation of the environment. Proceeds for her cap provide sport program opportunities in disadvantaged communities across the globe.
The swim caps are available exclusively at SpeedoUSA.com for a limited time, so check out this inspirational project and unique gift idea before it's too late! Trust us, it will be tough to decide which team made the coolest cap.
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Get Fit, Fab and Happy With Kate Hudson
Written on December 3, 2013 at 9:17 am , by FITNESS Intern
Written by Alena Hall, editorial intern
From maintaining her successful acting career to wrangling her two energetic young boys, Kate Hudson has no problem keeping busy. If anything, she has to take advantage of every spare minute to strike a healthy balance within her life. So when the fashion subscription company Just Fab Inc. approached her about collaborating on a lifestyle athletic wear line, Hudson jumped on board.
Fabletics, the result of the collaboration, offers women affordable, high-quality and stylish active apparel that works for running errands, brunching with the girls and, of course, getting your sweat on! "I loved the idea," says Hudson. "What was really inspiring to me was that we came together to find a way to make it affordable and create a larger community of women to learn about things they could do to motivate the first steps of that part of their life." Each month the website debuts around 30 new outfits, and now that they have the basics covered, expect to see more sweats, different T-shirt styles and even some snakeskin leggings.
This new venture has not only helped Hudson connect with a new community of women, but it's also given her the opportunity to spend more time with family. "I love my day job, but I'm also a mom, and my day job takes me away from my kids a lot. So it's nice to have another outlet that I can do at home that still has a creative entity," she notes. "It lets me take something that is important to me and hopefully inspire people to start getting healthy and fit and happy."
As far as keeping herself fit is concerned, Hudson works with celebrity trainer and Pilates pro Nicole Stuart for that extra push of motivation. "She does these series of stomach and core exercises that are brutal, but what I like about them is knowing that it's working from the inside-out and not the outside-in." If Hudson had it her way, however, she would simply dance. "I just jump around and dance and play loud music and move around until I start sweating," she says.
This fun free-styling doesn't always get the job done, which is why the bombshell uses a little mental trick to change the way her body feels when she isn't in the mood for a tough workout. "When something is painful and hurts and burns, when I really want to say, 'Ugh, no!' I'll say, 'Yes!,'" explains Hudson. "It's not really what I'm feeling, but it's how I'm make myself do it again." When she isn't dancing or working on her Pilates with Stuart, she sticks to high reps of dancing-style squats, focusing on the lifting and stretching movements that help keep her legs lean and toned.
At the end of the day, "it's really about what you can do to have a happier way of life," she says. "Any activity that you do to get your blood flowing is going to open up a more optimistic part of your brain and allow everything in your life to become more efficient. It makes for a more present way of life, where people can be more present for their children, their relationships, their jobs and most importantly, really connect with themselves."
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Kristin Cavallari Gets Bumpin' for the Holidays
Written on November 22, 2013 at 10:26 am , by Lauren Cardarelli
Kristin Cavallari has a lot to be thankful for this year—a talented hubby (Chicago Bears quarterback Jay Cutler), 15-month-old Camden, thriving jewelry and shoe lines and now another baby on the way! So what does the former reality TV star have up her sleeve for the holidays? Like most of us, a whole lot of turkey, mashed potatoes and stuffing…her faves.
"We're very traditional," she told us a few days ago, shortly after putting her order in for an organic bird from Whole Foods. "This year, I'm actually hosting the meal at my house. It's my first year making anything for a large group so I'm a little nervous!"
The fit mommy, who admits to giving into a few cravings lately (sweets and carbs!), won't be digging into preservative-laden treats anytime soon, though. "With both of my pregnancies, the first trimester I've been really tired and I kind of eat like crap," she confesses. "Once I get some energy back, I kick it into health mode." One thing you'll never see Kristin doing is counting calories. "I only read what's in it and if there are chemicals and a bunch of crap in it, then I'm probably not going to be putting it in my mouth." She and her growing family try to eat as organic as possible with lots of fish, veggies, fruit and whole grains, including Ezekiel Sprouted Bread, brown rice or quinoa pastas.
Kristin's strict exercise regimen has also been dialed back a bit with baby on board. "I'm not as hard on myself about going four to five times a week and when I do workout, I don't work out as hard as I typically do," she says. Lately she's been taking Pilates twice a week, followed by 15 minutes on the Stairmaster and a half-hour of light weight training. "The bigger I get, I'll probably start yoga again," Kristin says, adding that she enjoyed hitting the mat when she was pregnant with Camden. Another fun way she gets the family moving: Ubisoft's hit video game Just Dance 2014. "It's such a fun, silly way to fit in exercise," she exclaims. "We're big fans of 'Get Lucky' by Daft Punk." Talk about a fun way to burn off that slice of apple crisp!
Cutting down on gym time has surely freed up some time for her other passions. For one, she's been having fun cheering on the Bears—even though a few years back she wasn't much of a football fan at all. "I didn't even know who Jay was when I met him!" she told us. "I've learned a lot in the last few years." (And on that note, we're sending speedy recovery vibes Jay's way, who's been sidelined battling an ankle injury.)
She's also been killing it in the fashion industry with her own jewelry collection and Chinese Laundry shoe line. "Shoes for me were always my obsession, so to have my own line was really a dream come true," explains Cavallari. "The jewelry came next—accessories are just so fun and there's a ton you can do." Her one piece of advice for those interested in becoming your own boss? "You're going to get a lot of 'no's' but you can't let that discourage you. You have to keep going and if you really believe in something and love it, then stick with it." We couldn't agree more.
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