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PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) - Hasbro says it will soon reveal a gender-neutral Easy-Bake Oven after meeting with a New Jersey girl who started a campaign calling on the toy maker to make one that appeals to all kids.
WASHINGTON (AP) - President Barack Obama has proposed a deficit-reduction package to House Speaker John Boehner (BAY'-nur) that would increase the top tax rates on taxpayers earning more than $400,000, cut more spending from health care programs and add $200 billion more in spending cuts over 10 years to his earlier offer.
WASHINGTON (AP) - Recovering from war wounds that left him with one arm, Danny Inouye wanted a cigarette and needed a light.
EASTON, Pa. (AP) - An investigation into the fatal heroin overdose of Garrett Reid, the oldest son of Philadelphia Eagles coach Andy Reid, revealed there were steroids in his room the day he died, a Pennsylvania prosecutor said Monday.
WASHINGTON (AP) - For the first time, the Census Bureau is giving U.S. households a chance to respond to government surveys over the Internet, part of a bid to save costs and boost sagging response rates in a digital age.
NEWTOWN, Conn. (AP) - Gene Rosen had just finished feeding his cats and was heading from his home near Sandy Hook Elementary school to a diner Friday morning when he saw six small children sitting in a neat semicircle at the end of his driveway.
LOS ANGELES (AP) - A federal judge on Monday sentenced a hacker to 10 years in prison after he broke into the personal online accounts of Scarlett Johansson, Christina Aguilera and other women and posted revealing photos and other material on the Internet.
DALLAS (AP) - Southwest Airlines doesn't charge customers to change their flight plans after buying a ticket. But soon they'll pay a fee for not canceling a ticket before the flight.
KEYSTONE, S.D. (AP) - Mount Rushmore will once again grace the side of a quarter when the U.S. Mint releases a new America the Beautiful quarter next year.
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley picked U.S. Rep. Tim Scott to be the state's next U.S. senator Monday, making him the only black Republican in Congress and the South's first black Republican senator since Reconstruction.
NEW YORK (AP) - Stocks rose on Wall Street as investors were encouraged by signs of progress in budget talks in Washington. Just two weeks remain before tax increases and government spending cuts take effect if no deal is reached.
NEWTOWN, Conn. (AP) - A grief-stricken Newtown began burying the littlest victims of the school massacre, starting with two 6-year-old boys - one of them a big football fan, the other described as a whip-smart youngster whose twin sister survived the rampage.
PESHAWAR, Pakistan (AP) - A car bomb exploded in a crowded market in Pakistan's troubled northwest tribal region near the Afghan border Monday, killing 17 people and wounding more than 40 others, officials said.
WASHINGTON (AP) - Big differences remain, but there is finally movement in long-stalled talks on avoiding the "fiscal cliff."
WASHINGTON (AP) - When Ilana Sara Greenstein was a CIA case officer working at headquarters a decade ago, she said, a married senior manager who was responsible for her promotions made sexual advances toward her.
SAO PAULO (AP) - With a subway strike put on hold, traffic in Brazil's biggest city returned to its normal, congested nature Tuesday, but there was no guarantee service would be on for Thursday's opening of the World Cup.
TROUTDALE, Ore. (AP) - A teen gunman armed with a rifle shot and killed a student Tuesday and injured a teacher before he likely killed himself at a high school in a quiet Columbia River town in Oregon, authorities said.
LOS ANGELES (AP) - Tenure and other job protections for California's public school teachers were ruled unconstitutional Tuesday by a judge presiding in a lawsuit brought by nine students.
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WASHINGTON (AP) - Four Social Security judges defended their work Tuesday amid accusations they rubber-stamped claims for disability benefits, approving billions of dollars in payments from the cash-strapped program.
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WASHINGTON (AP) - The Obama administration only finalized the exchange of the last remaining U.S. prisoner of war in Afghanistan for five Taliban detainees at Guantanamo a day before the June 1 swap, a top Democratic lawmaker said Tuesday. He said American officials didn't learn the pickup location Sgt. Bowe Bergdahl until an hour ahead of time.
NOGALES, Ariz. (AP) - Arizona border officials will indefinitely continue to process hundreds of Central American children immigrants caught crossing the border illegally from Mexico into Texas.
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) - Sam Keller and his teammates used to eagerly await the annual release of the NCAA Football video game, the popular EA Sports product featuring lifelike depictions of every major team.
LOS ANGELES (AP) - Police have captured a wanted man who climbed onto rooftops in a San Fernando Valley neighborhood while armed with a rifle after a freeway chase Monday, and then barricaded himself in a home for several hours. The incident prompted authorities to shut down nearby freeway on-ramps, lock down schools and evacuate at least one as police waited him out, authorities said.
LOS ANGELES (AP) - A judge ruled Monday that Casey Kasem should be fed, hydrated and medicated while a court-appointed attorney evaluates the health of the ailing radio personality after his daughter moved to implement end of life measures.
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) - Netflix will ease up a finger-pointing campaign that blamed Verizon and other Internet service providers for problems with its video subscription service.
LOS ANGELES (AP) - For years, Fred Goldman was adamant that he would never rest until he had held O.J. Simpson accountable for the killings of his son Ron and Simpson's ex-wife 20 years ago - even if a jury had acquitted the former football star.


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Kenneth Eells, 85 - February 28, 2007
Kenneth Roy Eells, 85, of Center, TX, formerly of Gothenburg, died Wednesday, Feb. 21, 2007, at a Longview, TX, hospital.
Services were held Sunday, Feb. 25, at Watson and Sons Chapel at Center with the Revs. Ken Eells and Bruce Head officiating. Graveside services were held on Monday, Feb. 26, at Center Hill Cemetery at Oakhurst, TX.
Eells was born Feb. 25, 1921, at Gothenburg, to Roy J. Eells and Hala Granger Eells. He was raised on a farm southwest of Gothenburg where he attended a one-room schoolhouse for eight years.
He graduated from Gothenburg High School in 1939, then entered the United States Army Air Corps on Nov. 26, 1940. He was honorably discharged on Oct. 26, 1945.
Eells was united in marriage in January of 1944 to Gladys Barnes Hooker.
Survivors include: two sons—Harold Eugene (Margie) Hooker of Huntsville and Kenneth Wayne (Carolyn) Eells of Richmond, VA; grandchildren—Dennis Hooker of Hunt, David (Joann) Hooker of Spring, Linda (Jeffrey) Barecky of Kerrville, Shelley (Jason) Locke of Center, Wendy (Paul) Sundholm of Gettysburg, PA, and Jeremy (Angela) Eells of Hemphill; great-grandchildren—Laurel Hooker, Megan Hooker, Nicholas Barecky, Jacob and Emma Locke, Bailey and Dawson Eells, Joshua, Caleb, Micah and Moriah Sundholm; a brother, Bob (Loretta) Eells of Riverton, WY; brother-in-law, Joe Barnes of Huntsville; sister-in-law, Hester Barnes of Huntsville; numerous nieces, nephews.
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The Cyber Civil Rights Monitor program announced Monday provides guidance, education and advocacy for victims of cyberbullying regardless of age, ethnicity or religion.
The program�s organizers say it focuses on cyberbullying as a civil rights violation and is a response to suicides attributed to cyberbullying. Efforts include lobbying legislation criminalizing cyberbullying and helping law enforcement identify potential cases for prosecution.
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WASHINGTON, Feb. 17, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Concord Coalition today released an issue statement expressing concern with the failure of congressional negotiators to agree on a comprehensive plan to finance an extension of the Social Security payroll tax cut this year. Concord praised lawmakers for finding ways to offset the cost of extending unemployment benefits and the "doc fix" through the end of the year. And a case can be made for bolstering the economic recovery by extending the payroll tax cut as well.
"But the cost of this short-term boost for the economy could have been covered through offsets that would be phased in later, as the economy strengthened," Concord said. "Instead, the $90 billion in costs are simply being piled onto the $15.3 trillion federal debt with a 'Let's worry about it later' attitude." Concord expressed concern that this sets a precedent for a year in which the large tax cuts originally enacted in 2001 and 2003 are set to expire.
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These chairs were in a variety of pieces outside they'd been rained and weathered for years. I got a new- well new to me- table and needed more chairs hoping at least a few could match after pricing new ones and laughing at my predicament ( nice big table the whole family can gather around- while standing, because I had traded my table and chairs for the table.) So I scoured found these and got after it I sanded like crazy, glued etc stained away. I didn't expect such a deep dark blue but I certainly didn't wait like I know know. I like them just the same so it works out, and the best part – FREE Just a little labor and love, we'll a lot!
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Liking every bit of it! Something vintage.
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refinishing a chair is a difficult thing. Well done
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Free is always good. Nice save.
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#5 posted 655 days ago
Neato chairs. Was the seat always that flat or did the Saddle get smoothed out from your sanding? It looks very old. I see you fixed your sideways profile pic too!
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#6 posted 655 days ago
It was flat before I sanded it, they we're my grandfathers chairs, the had a hand painted table to match but in my youthful ignorance I left them on a porch at an old ranch house, and then kinda drug them around from one yard to the next until an unfortunate friend attempted sitting in one :) and yes finally with the picture, turns out my phone had a vendetta as most electronics do with me.
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In the 'Natural Gas 101' series here on 'The Hot Spot', we will be writing different posts to help educate you on various natural gas issues.
What is DDDC?
Have you ever looked at your natural gas bill and wondered how it all comes together? One line of your bill includes your DDDC which stands for Dedicated Design Day Capacity. The DDDC Factor is a calculation done by Atlanta Gas Light Company (AGL) and is unique to each home or business. Basically, AGL is responsible for having enough pipe and storage capacity to meet every customer's need during extreme cold weather conditions. For most residential customers and small businesses, natural gas is used for heat. And when it's cold outside, you'll want enough natural gas to keep your home or business warm. Your DDDC factor indicates how much natural gas deliverability is reserved (or 'dedicated') for your home or business if Atlanta were to reach an average daily temperature of 10oF (a 'design day'). You'll see the DDDC Factor on your bill because it is used to calculate a customer's AGL Pass-Through Charges.
Why did my DDDC change?
AGL recalculates and updates the DDDC at your location annually, so each September you will see an updated DDDC on your bill. During this yearly calculation, AGL reviews the past gas consumption and usage pattern at your home or business. The most important influence on your DDDC calculation is how much gas was used last year during the coldest period of the year compared to your typical summer usage (if any). A calculation is done to determine how sensitive your consumption is to cold weather and then used to set your DDDC indicating how much capacity should be reserved for your home or business. Because your DDDC affects the AGL Pass-Through Charges, you may see a change in the amount of your bills year to year if your DDDC is adjusted.
Remember, your DDDC is tied to your location rather than you. So, if you move, your DDDC will be changed to the DDDC of your new location and then will be reset, as usual, in September.
For more information, visit Gas South's Frequently Asked Questions or AGL's Guide to Atlanta Gas Light Charges.
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Is there some way to avoid these fees when I'm not consuming any product? I've looked into this before and I think there was a re-connect charge that amounted to more than just paying the fees and taxes?
So…if I happen to be on vacation next winter, during the coldest month, and use very little gas, my DDDC Factor will be lower for an entire year?
I just reviewed my September bill and the Interstate Pipeline Charges increased from .973 DDDC to 16.209 DDDC! Yikes! Then the AGL pass through charge changed from $36.54 to $199.38. I used less gas last month and am paying $235 more. Is this correct? Can I have a representative explain this to me?
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Why do I not have a DDDC rate on my bill? It just has a AGL #. Thanks!!
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Artist House Tour 2011
Art Gallery of Greater Victoria's fundraiser – House Tour 2011
When: Sunday September 11, 2011 | 11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Where: Various Victoria homes
Tickets: $40 available at the AGGV, Peninsula Gallery in Sidney and all three Garden Works locations. Each ticket can also be used toward two-forone admission to the AGGV.
House Tour 2011 offers participants an insider's view into some of Victoria's most remarkable homes, with local artists at work on new projects at each location.
This year the Art Gallery House Tour provides an opportunity to view six unique homes designed for the owners.
There is a sophisticated loft, a very modern child-friendly work/live home, two homes designed for now and for retirement living – each quite different in style, a large European style home, and an ultra-modern showcase for today's materials. Three homes have direct access to beaches.
Setting the Art Gallery House Tour apart from others is the "Art in the Garden" program which sees local artists on-site at each house producing an original artwork.
This year's Artist lineup features Adelle Andrew, Robert Amos, Manon Elder, Joan Pattee and Blu Smith, as well as ceramic artist Sam Dickie, Nixie Barton and Grant Leier
The homes also feature custom flower arrangements by the Victoria Flower Arrangers Guild.Read More
Island Photographers wanted
Shutterbugs of all ages and skill levels can now submit their images digitally for a shot at prizes and one of 60 spots at the Ladysmith Waterfront Art Gallery
The Ladysmith Camera Club was founded in 2008 to promote the appreciation and sharing of all things photographic in the Ladysmith area and is about 40 members strong, but there's room for more. The group is trying to get more participation from the high school as well.
"We're always looking for new people to join," Sherstone said.
The Ladysmith Camera Club meets once a month on the fourth Tuesday at 7 p.m.
For a complete list of rules and details on the Club or the Mid Island Photography Expo, visit the club's website at www.ladysmithcameraclub.com. Submissions must be received no later than Friday, September 23, 2011 and can be sent to firstname.lastname@example.com
Gu Xiong Artist
12: 30 – 5 pm The Nanaimo Art Gallery presents a mixed media installation entitled 'Waterscapes Migration' on Vancouver Island by internationally renowned artist Gu Xiong in the fall of 2011. The gallery is seeking enthusiastic and reliable volunteers.
Above Painting is by Gu Xiong, Becoming River, detail (2010), plastic boats, photographs, acrylic on canvas. Collection of the artist. Photo: Ken Mayer.
In 1972, during the Cultural Revolution, Gu Xiong was sent to the remote countryside.
With millions of other youths, he was forced into "re-education" with peasant teachers. He labored in the fields under extremely primitive conditions for four years. By the light of a kerosene lantern, he started to draw the people and objects around him. Drawing became an obsession and gave him strength.
After being allowed to return to the city, he earned a BFA and MFA at the Sichuan Fine Arts Institute where he also taught traditional woodcut printmaking. His first link with Canada came in 1986 when he was invited to take part in an exchange program at the Banff Centre for the Arts. – excerpt taken from Artists Biography from Diane Farris Gallery in Vancouver.
His work is currently showing at the Diane Farris Gallery
Gu Xiongs work was part of an exhibit inaugurated by Vancouver's Museum of Anthropology (MOA's) new Audain Gallery (which we will cover soon) and is presented with Vancouver 2010 Cultural Olympiad.
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Featured Artist – Bonnie Helm-Northover
About Bonnie Helm-Northover
Bonnie is a particularly talented Victoria Artist and we loved her work at the show. Bonnie Helm-Northover was born in 1953 in Edmonton Alberta, Bonnie grew up throwing snowballs and skating on creeks. Summer months were spent at the lake collecting arrowheads and flints, flattening pennies on railroad tracks, and visiting family in farmland Saskatchewan.
The youngest of five, Bonnie was ten when her parents moved to Victoria where, but for a brief sojourn to Salt Spring Island, she has lived ever since.
In the 80's Bonnie attended the University of Victoria in the BFA program.
In the 90's she attended Camosun College, graduating from the Applied Communication Program, receiving scholarships for top student and video.
For twelve years Bonnie sat on the Board for the Oak Bay High Community Theater Society where she mentored the students in set painting and design.
Bonnie is presently on the Board for the Greater Victoria Performing Arts Festival under the umbrella of which I work as Sponsor Representative.
Bonnie adores her gorgeous stepdaughter and two handsome sons, who are all fabulously talented in their own way.
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Kate was born in Tofino and she began making jewellery at the age of five inspired by family and friends and Sister Margaret at the local schoool who was introducing children to first nations bead work. She has loved the art ever since . She creates big chunky jewelry designs with the unexpected materials of supple, colorful leather and soft, shiny satin.
Kate's creations are certainly inspired from her travels between the west coast of British Columbia and the tropical heat of South America. She has since spent much of her time juggling life between Tofino, where she spends her summers, and Chile.
This relaxed, colourful lifestyle emerges in her designs. Many of the leathers are sourced in Chile, where an assortment of texture and colours are plentiful.
We at VI Style think Kates pieces are not only cultural but stylish. Hope you like them too.
Kate just opened her new studio in Tofino and is excited to have a place to display her work and be open any day of the week. Drop by and check out her lovely pieces.
VI Potters abound
There are some seriously talented people living on Vancouver Island and Potters are amongst them. I recommend you check out our Artists profiles for more complete details.
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University of Washington - Office of Minority Affairs & Diversity
University of Washington - Office of Minority Affairs & Diversity
Instructional Center
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During Spring Quarter 2011, the Instructional Center conducted an online survey to give our students a voice in how we operate. We would like to thank you, the 1200 students, who supported us by voicing your views. This is how the IC fared when the students rated us.
The Committee on Learning Skills Centers says that "[a comprehensive learning center] is a special place where students come for special instruction not usually included in 'regular' classrooms." This means that the Instructional Center (IC) is a place where students can take their time to learn and where students are not afraid to ask questions. It is a place where students study together and develop support groups and lasting friendships. The IC is truly a special place at the University of Washington.
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Based on feedback from students and alumni, the IC is truly a unique learning center.


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"The winter of 2012-2013 was another warm one with above average temperatures in all three months. Several significant snow storms came through in February, and while most of the precipitation fell to the south of N.H., it was snowing somewhere in N.H. on 17 of the month's 28 days, including the weekend of the Backyard Winter Survey (BWBS).
Now for a summary of individual bird counts from the 2013 BWBS: black-capped chickadee 7,398; common redpoll 6,263; mourning dove 5,842; dark-eyed junco 5,690; American blue jay 3,821; American goldfinch 3,272; tufted titmouse 2,963; northern cardinal 2,176; American crow 2,136; red-breasted nuthatch 2,026; white-breasted nuthatch 2,012; house sparrow 1,943; European starling 1,927; downy woodpecker 1,900; hairy woodpecker 1297; American tree sparrow 1,267; house finch 927; wild turkey 900; American robin 861; eastern bluebird 785; rock pigeon 596; red-bellied woodpecker 404; pine siskin 393; white-throated sparrow 310; herring gull 310; purple finch 305; mallard duck 199; evening grosbeak 155; Carolina wren 147; Canada goose 137; brown creeper 119; common raven 92; cedar waxwing 74; northern mockingbird 66; pine grosbeak 61; pileated woodpecker 58; song sparrow 50; sharp-shinned hawk 47; brown-headed cowbird 42; black duck 39; northern flicker 39; red-tailed hawk 36; snow bunting 29; common merganser 28; great black-backed gull 23; bald eagle 19; Bohemian waxwing 17; red-winged blackbird 12; barred owl 12; red crossbill 12; ruffed grouse 12; chipping sparrow 9; red-headed woodpecker 7; common grackle 6; yellow-bellied sapsucker 6; remainder of the 76 species, 5 or less.
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Adaptive beam search solution procedures for constrained circular cutting problems
AbstractIn this paper, we study the constrained circular cutting problem whose objective is to cut a set of circular pieces into a rectangular plate R of dimensions L × W. Each piece's type i, i = 1, …, m is caracterized by its radius r(i) and its demand b(i). This problem is solved using an adaptive algorithm that combines beam search and various Hill-Climbing strategies. Decisions at each node of the truncated tree are based on the so-called best local position. The computational results show, on a set of problem instances of the literature, the effectiveness of the proposed algorithm.
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I couldn't agree more and if the consumer seeks out a "Psychic Professional" that knows his/her role they will get someone that is a guide, not a director. My job when I do Readings, isn't to tell the client what to do as much as it is to help them accept what they already know they need to do or, in many instances, reveal the options. Whenever a psychic, priest or whatever becomes a "director" or starts "prescribing" things as a "solution" they are stepping across several ethical lines in the sand even though I can understand those occasional circumstances in which such action might be warranted... this is an exception not the rule however.
What you have described as the negative is what I refer to as the Anna Riva School of Reading... her book "Black & White Magick" reveals a big glimpse into how the Readings deliberately find issues and then prescribe this or that spell/products needed for addressing and overcoming the problem; her entire focus is moving products and generating an added cash flow to her store... then again her company is still one of the best known resources for oils, candles, spells going when it comes to the "real" witchipoo shops out there (vs. New Age crap)... you can tell just by walking through the door and taking in a deep sniff, the Anna Riva products are that easy to recognize.
Granted, I have a vest bias here, but I believe the best qualified folk for doing Readings at the professional level are those Mentalists who not only know both sides of the "game" but who likewise have at least a foundation level of counseling background/training & certification. Those that host this resume serve as educated watch-dogs within both, the community at large as well as the Psychic element within a given region. We can offer feedback to law enforcement as well as the proverbial grape vine when it comes to possible predators and even dangerous cult situations. Because we fit into that world the investigative side to what we do is obfuscated, allowing us to gain the trust of suspects and/or their associates in order to prove out things one way or the other.
The other reason I defend this particular idea is that the Mentalist is more likely to recognize those who have genuine mental/emotional issues that require much more than a Tarot Card Reading. We have a unique position of authority through which we are able to encourage the sitter to seek out a professional in the mental health industry and not just rely on us. I've even established a solid working rapport with area counselors so I can give people their cards and make a direct referral and in some instances, that gesture is reciprocated.
Why would a professional in Mental Health refer a client to a Psychic?
In a word, PLACEBO
As I've pointed out before, there are those situations in which the patron's background (religion, culture, etc.) demands a different course of action that incorporates those deeper beliefs & phobias into the "cure". The therapist cannot present such alternatives but they can place their patron into the hands of someone that is "in the know" that can work with them in ways that aid the patron in "growing up" so to speak.
There's much more to it but you should get the gist with what I'm saying.
Yes, there are predators and con-artists well seeded in the Psychic community but they are a minority more than they are a standard. They stick out like a sore thumb because they are driven by their ego; either to hold an iron hand over a group or segment of the population or in contrast, to gain public notoriety a.k.a. fortune & fame (can you say Sylvia Brown?) The "true" Psychics however, are quiet private in how they live their lives and most accept only nominal payment and typically it's by donation not a set price... at that, most will accept barter over cash in that they really aren't in it as a matter of vocation but as I've pointed out previously, it's a "Calling" to them.
The very arguments people use against Psychics can be applied to similar work done by the Clergy as well as the so-called Mental Health professionals. The only difference is that these two elements have a piece of paper that say's they know what they're doing and can therefore steal from the public and control the lives of others via legal veneer. Humans being human, anything can be (and will be) corrupted when the individual is lead along the primrose path under the lie of "professionalism" and "business"... a drive invented for the sake of feeding both, ego and bank account.
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I'm sorry Craig, but I just don't have the free time on my hands to read and then post counter-points to all of your posts. If you could simply post some kind of evidence or reference in one or two paragraphs that supports your belief in legitimate psychics, that would be appreciated, otherwise, I'll just chalk up your posts to one person's belief without having supporting facts.
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You're confusing something here (as most do)
To be brief, you are still assigning to the word "Psychic" a very fantastic "Hollywood" idea vs. the image and definition I use and teach and refer to time and again. There's no magic to it; just intuition, observation and LEARNT skills/knowledge. Psychic's merely have an "expanded sense of awareness" and that's straight from Edgar Cayce's mouth. Awareness comes about via discipline; discipline of the mind in regards to education, observation and "translation". There is not one profession in which public interaction is a part that these skills aren't foundation sets.The end result, as experience builds, is a heightened sense of intuition and being able to jump to conclusions that tend to prove a high rate of accuracy even when they seem exceptionally far-fetched.
If you want to see a "real" psychic go look in the mirror. I can't give you more than this. I've done my best to explain things in very mundane language so everyone could understand. No one has time to bother with learning from it... or so it seems. They want' "proof" and when it is presented in their own language and even agreeing with their points of view for the most part, it is rejected or set aside or, true to the skeptic's nature... MORE is asked for... they are never satisfied with anything sat on the proverbial table.
A "Legit" Psychic when I refer to one, is someone that is not out to rip-off or otherwise take advantage of the public. They are educated and host a sense of true integrity. The problem is, Skeptics refuse to believe that anyone doing exactly the same kind of work a "Mental Health Professional" does can be honest, sincere, up and up, etc. when they use Tarot, Pendulums, etc.
HINT: NLP has been proven a bogus science as has Hypnosis, the theories of Freud and dozens of other "legitimate" sciences out there. Roughly a century ago Phrenology was a proven and viable science that was infallible, today it's a laughing stock... how many other intellectual sciences fall into this "bogus brain material" category now days? How much of the science and physics that was proven just a century ago, will withstand the history of divination and spiritually based formularies that have been used for THOUSANDS of years and still, at least for some, prove to be rather affective???
Yes, I'm being silly here but factually so. The fickle facts are rather obvious and yet, the literal definition as to what it means to be a Psychic has been the same within esoteric circles, for thousands of years... even biblically! (You will find the idea of being "Psychic" as a mode of "low" consciousness and not something miraculous or "paranormal" in fact. On the other hand, Paul refers to becoming "Pneumatic" which is in some ways closer to the fantasy most have around the psychic thing but more closely related to finding Nirvana.)
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I don't believe you know what the word "brief" means...
Yes, yes, yes!!! I think we finally got it! There is probably no such thing as "real" psychic abilities since there is absolutely nothing paranormal about gut feelings, observing someone, and personal education.
Glad we finally cleared that up. Thanks.
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CITY: Hampshire
Muirhead Farmhouse Bed & Breakfast
Private Master Suite. Surrounded by nearly 800 acres of prairie, this Frank Lloyd Wright designed home offers a private bath, historical artifacts, hearty country breakfasts and beautiful views.
CITY: Hampshire
Natural Resource Center
The Natural Resource Center is located at Russell Preserve, and is open to the public on weekends. The Center offers a great stop for exploration and live animal viewing for all members of the family. The Center can be reserved by school groups and other organizations for outdoor educational field trips. While there, take a walk through Russell Preserve, beneath mature oaks and hickories, surrounded by woodland wildflowers. In the winter, Russell Preserve is a great place for tobogganning.
CITY: Genoa
Nature's Garden
We've been told we're "Not just the usual" garden and gift shop. We focus on Garden and Yard Art that is both functional and fun. You never know what unique, new or crafted item you might find here!
CITY: Belvidere
New Mill Antiques
Two buildings of furniture, glassware, kitchenware and old toys. Located in the town of New Milford.
CITY: Rockford
Nichol's Antiques
Glassware, pottery, kitchenware, books, tools, clocks, toys, art, lamps, coins, stamps, furniture, and collectibles.
CITY: Rockton
Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens
Situated along the banks of the beautiful Rock River in Sinnissippi Gardens, the Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens brings the tropics to the Midwest. The entire facility is the third largest conservatory in Illinois with a total of 22,000 square feet, and at the highest point stands 52 feet. A tropical setting includes an 11,000 square foot plant exhibition area complete with water features, seating areas, and sculptures, all in a tropical plant setting. Changing seasonal floral displays, a gift shop and special events; educational programs where children can learn the importance of plants; special workshops and lecture series for adults; the perfect place to host your event--small weddings, receptions, business meetings.
CITY: Rockford
This family amusement center has more than 78 free and five-cent games; 40 redemption games that dispense tickets for prizes; and 30 video and novelty games.
CITY: Rockford
Northern Illinois Wine Trail
Located one to two hours northwest of Chicagoland, the Northern Illinois Wine Trail features 15 wineries set among beautiful countryside and charming towns. Offering award-winning wines, gourmet-style food and handcrafted gifts, the wine trail makes it easy to escape the urban hustle and bustle for a quaint and bucolic culinary experience.
CITY: Genoa
Nygren Wetland Preserve
721-acre tract near the confluence of the Rock and Pecatonica Rivers, making it an important area for many species of birds, including sandhill cranes; owned by The Natural Land Institute, which began its restoration in 2000.
CITY: Rockton
Oak Club Genoa
This picturesque, 18-hole watered course winds through wooded and lowland areas along the meandering Kishwaukee River. Oak Club is rated among the region's top 20 courses by Chicagoland Golf.
CITY: Genoa
Octane InterLounge
Upbeat, casual dining in downtown Rockford's River and theater district. Great appetizers, salads and entrees. Try the Espresso Martini! Plus, free wireless Internet access. Outdoor drinking and dining in season.
CITY: Rockford
Off the Rails
Off The Rails is a casual, family friendly restaurant and bar. They offer pizza, pasta, wraps burgers,steak, wine and spirits in a rustic historic building.
CITY: Woodstock
Oktoberfest - German Society of Rockford
The German Society of Rockford is hosting the 50th annual Oktoberfest celebration at Loves Park City Hall, featuring fun activities and entertainment for the entire family, including live traditional German folk music, German Folk Dance Group performances, the "Running of the Wieners," "Bier Barrel race, German food and beer, kids' activities, dance lessons, and Germal language lessons.
CITY: Loves Park
Olde St. Pete's Antiques
Primitive and unique furniture, accessories, folk art, and collectibles.
CITY: Hampshire
Olympic Tavern
Friendly neighborhood place for drinks, pizza, homemade soup or full dinners. Steaks, chops, chicken, seafood, ribs, barbeque, pizza, pasta and salads. Patio dining in summer. Full bar.
CITY: Rockford
Oney's Tree Farm
Enjoy a horse-drawn carriage ride to find your perfect Christmas tree and browse the gift shop.
CITY: Woodstock
Paddock Hills Equestrian Center
Imagine a golden ball of Midwestern sun breaking on the horizon. As the night dew still clings to the vines and the grass in the pastures, a farm comes to life with the sights and sounds of morning. Hot coffee steeps in the pot. Hard-working farm-hands begin the daily chores. Horses whinny as the cool rush of morning air fills their lungs. The gently rolling hills are aglow with another new day. This is the beauty of horses and the magic of a vineyard. Paddock Hills Equestrian Center is located with Prairie Orchard Farm vineyard in the majestic countryside of Union, IL, and is minutes from the I-90 expressway, but miles away from the hustle and bustle of the city and suburbs. Whether, attending one of our many horse shows, riding lessons, clinics, or programs, we are sure that your time with us will be well spent.
CITY: Union
Paulson's Agriculture Museum of Argyle
Home of the largest and best collection of farm equipment and antiquites of yesteryear. Over 700 cast iron implement seats, 50 antique tractors, windmills, windmill weights, and antique washing machines. Wagons, spreaders, cultivators, planters, and the most extensive collection of Rockford, Illinois-made Emerson Brandingham equipment. A model tractor and toy collection is as large as it is unique. Individual tours available. The main building is heated and available all year round for weddings, birthdays, social gatherings, or auctions.
CITY: Caledonia
Pearl offers an experience which is "upscale, from the chic decor to the original menu featuring high-end ingredients and sophisticated preparations." -- Shelly Hendricks for Rockford Register Star: "My Last Bite: Pearls's upscale dining doesn't cost a fortune"
CITY: Rockford
Pearl Lake Campground - South Beloit
Whether you spend a weekend, a month or all season, if you are a camper who enjoys peace and quiet, Pearl Lake is the place for you. Basic tenting sites and sites with electricity and water are available. Phone service is available at selected sites. A disposal station and a pumping service, restrooms have flush toilets and hot water showers. A large sand beach has plenty of room for sunning and a gently sloping bottom for safe and enjoyable swimming. Although swimming is at one's own risk, trained lifeguards are on duty whenever the beach is open. A bath house is located adjacent to the beach, and the Snack Bar offers a variety of food including burgers, hot dogs and ice cream.
CITY: South Beloit
Pinecrest Golf Course
This course includes a restaurant and pro shop, and hosts the McHenry Senior Amateur (a Pinecrest special event).
CITY: Huntley
Poplar Grove Vintage Wings & Wheels Museum
The museum was established to preserve history and educate youth about the significant contributions made to our country by winged and wheeled vehicles.
CITY: Poplar Grove
Poppy Seed Primitives
Poppy Seed Primitives is a cozy place where you can find antiques, primitive home decor items and gift ideas. We strive to find products that are unique and sometimes one-of-a-kind. We are proud to offer many items that are made here in the U.S. Some are even locally hand-made. Our inventory is always changing for the seasons.
CITY: Genoa
Prairie Sky Orchard
Our small family-run business is celebrating over 20 years of bringing your family the delights of the autumn harvest. Apple picking is a great way to spend a crisp autumn day with friends and family. We planted our first 100 apple trees in 1996. Since then we have planted an additional 1900 trees.
CITY: Union
Prairie State Winery
Established in 1998, this family winery produces many award-winning wines, all of which are made exclusively from Illinois grape varieties, including those grown in the family's own vineyard
CITY: Genoa
Prairie Street Brewhouse
The Prairie Brewhouse is the best location in Rockford for hosting your event. With over 7500 square feet of flexible space available, we can host your event of up to 500 people. Perfect for hosting banquets, wedding receptions, parties, weddings, meetings, fundraisers, art shows, craft shows and more. Indoor and outdoor space available, including a deck area right on the river. Available for anything from a luncheon to a week-long conference. Overhead doors allow for easy unloading and setup. During the summer, Dinner on the Dock and listen to live music on Thursdays.
CITY: Rockford
Quality Inn & Suites of Loves Park
Quality Inn & Suites of Loves Park is the perfect place to find comfortable and relaxing accommodations for the business traveler. It offers free deluxe continental breakfast, unlimited in-room high-speed Internet access, a unique business office to accommodate all of your needs, complimentary USA Today, indoor pool and fitness center to relax your mind, and many other services included in a great price. Discounted Magic Waters tickets available.
CITY: Loves Park
Quality Inn - Woodstock
Fifty-room hotel. Minutes from downtown Woodstock.
CITY: Woodstock
Quality Suites - Rockford
Quality Suites of Rockford is one of the metro's all suite hotels located conveniently at East State Street off I-90. Hotel offers 95 elegant newly remodled spacious suites, including 10 whirlpool suites at prices you would expect to pay for a standard room in Chicago hotels; indoor pool, 24 hour fitness center and guest passes to Bally Total Fitness! Our full hot breakfast buffet features everything from biscuits and gravy to eggs, meat, waffles and more. Complimentary snacks and soda at Manager's Reception 5-7pm Monday-Saturday. Pets under 30 lbs. are allowed with no extra fee; 24-hour guest laundry and 2 business centers, Free Wireless Internet.
CITY: Rockford
Radisson Hotel & Conference Center Rockford
Boutique-style, all-suite hotel offers luxury at a reasonable price with over-sized guest rooms offer space and comfort for business or family needs. Radisson's business center offers free fax and copy services. The banquet space covers 10,000 sq. ft. for all functions. The O'Hare International Airport bus shuttle depot is located conveniently next door.
CITY: Rockford
Rags to Vintage
We sell garden decor, primitives, antiques, collectibles, glassware, furniture, children's primitive furniture, tools, books, and we have a gentlemen's room where we specialize in fishing, pipes, hunting, bar decor, and way more.
CITY: Poplar Grove
RavenStone Castle B&B
Step back in time and delight in the ambience of a 16th century style, greystone castle. Located in rolling farm country just south of Harvard, IL. RavenStone Castle features three Medieval theme guest rooms, private baths and European-style breakfast.
CITY: Harvard
RavenStone Castle Bed & Breakfast
RavenStone Castle may look medieval, but it is the newest edition to McHenry County's collection of B&Bs. It's straight out of Camelot and is the perfect place to indulge your royal fantasies.
CITY: Harvard
Red Barn Market
It's spring and we are open 8 to 6 everyday. We now have a great selection of vegetable plants, herbs, annuals, perennials, and hanging baskets. New plans are coming in every week. As always there is pottery, outdoor furniture, and fountains. Also, we have fresh asparagus direct from or farm. Come today and check us out!
CITY: Woodstock
Red Roof Inn - Rockford
Newly remodeled rooms throughout. Conveniently located to I-90, Magic Waters waterpark, CherryVale Mall, antique malls, and OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center. Machine Shed and Thunder Bay Grill restaurants across street. Free high-speed internet for T-Mobile customers. Free USA Today.
CITY: Rockford
Residence Inn Rockford
Enjoy all the comforts of home in our lovely and spacious suites with full kitchens and comfortable living areas. Daily full hot breakfast buffet or our Manager's Social during the week. Relax in our refreshing pool and jacuzzi or blow off steam on the outdoor sport and basketball court. Enjoy free WiFi and our business center along with complimentary pases to 24/7 Anytime Fitness Center. Conveniently located close to I-90 and Bus. 20/E. State St., Magic Waters Waterpark, Midway Village Museum, Anderson Japanese Gardens, CherryVale Mall, SportScore soccer fields and ball diamonds, Rock Cut State Park and many local and chain restaurants.
CITY: Rockford
Ride of the Zombies
Ride of the Zombies is a costume-themed cycling and Family Fun Fair charity event designed to benefit Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago's Sleep Medicine Department. Cyclists can choose between a 25- or 50-mile route, riding McHenry County's flat to gently rolling country roads, passing beautiful scenic farms. The family members who stay behind can enjoy the Family Fun Fair, games, food, entertainment, and local artist booths. Presented by Bike Connection of Schaumburg and Children's Sleep Advocacy Foundation.
CITY: Woodstock
Ridgefield Antique Dealers
Escape for the ordinary! A blend of dealers featuring quality, affordable American and English antiques including oak, pine, walnut & mahogany, quilts, china, glassware & unusual antique accessories.
CITY: Ridgefield
River House Bed & Breakfast Getaway Retreat - Machesney Park
The River House is actually two waterfront lodges, well separated on five tree shaded acres. The luxury Getaway Lodge offers couples romance in three suites complete with Jacuzzi, fireplace, and gourmet breakfast, plus special occassion amenities for honeymoon or anniversary romance. The Timeaway Lodge, with five family sized guestrooms, offers comfortable, child friendly accommodations for leisure travel or group retreat. It is an ideal location with its large gathering room, conversation bar and outdoor deck to host a family reunion, church or business retreat, scrapbooking weekend, or wedding ceremony and reception. Special package options are available. An Extended Stay furnished apartment also available for weekly rental.
CITY: Machesney Park
Riverfront Museum Park
Arts and humanities complex housing Discovery Center Museum, Rockford Art Museum, Rockford Dance Company office and studies, Northern Illinois Public Radio offices and Rockford Symphony Orchestra offices.
CITY: Rockford
Rivers Edge Campground
Rivers Edge Campground has modern facilities in a rustic, historical area. Amenities include a Pecatonica River boat ramp, fishing on Pecatonica, Sugar and Rock Rivers, a private pond, pavilion, basketball and golf courses nearby.
CITY: Rockton
Robert's Drive In
Robert's Drive In takes you back to the old school diners. We offer lots of ice cream treats, a variety of shake flavors, burgers, and much more! You have to come visit us and view our menu for yourself.
CITY: Genoa
Rock Cut State Park
With over 3,000 acres of rolling plains and two lakes, Rock Cut State Park is a hiker's paradise. It's also home to some of the best mountain biking in northeastern Illinois, offering 10 miles of dirt and sand terrain, doubletrack and singletrack trails. One of the loops is 4.25-miles, the Main Trail, which runs around Pierce Lake. Another loop snakes around the northeast corner of the park and leads through dense trees and hills.
CITY: Loves Park
Rockford Art Museum
Part of the Riverfront Museum Park, the Rockford Art Museum features an eclectic collection of 20th century American artworks. Discover pieces by self-taught African American artists, American Impressionist paintings and modern art glass. Changing exhibits feature regional and national artists.
CITY: Rockford
Rockford Aviators Professional Baseball
Rockford's professional baseball team is part of the Frontier League, an independent professional league. Home games are played at Aviators Stadium just off I-90 at Riverside Blvd., the first exit north of Business 20 (E. State St.). Specials, giveaways, entertainment and good, old-fashioned summertime baseball make a visit to the ballpark a great family outing.
CITY: Loves Park
Rockford Aviators Professional Baseball - Home Game Schedule
The Rockford Aviators are a member of the Frontier League of Professional Baseball, the longest operating independent professional baseball league in the country. Home games are played at Aviators Stadium.
CITY: Loves Park
Rockford Brewing Company
Rockford Brewing Company offers world-class beer handcrafted locally in a range of styles. Every glass poured is consistently delicious. The food menu reflects the change of the seasons and the availability of the freshest ingredients. Check the website for the live music performance schedule.
CITY: Rockford
Rockford City Market
The Rockford City Market features local growers and vendors who sell natural products and unique retail items, live music, demonstrations and kids' activities. Enjoy the fun Fridays from 3:00-8:00 p.m. May 30-October 17 (3:00-7:00 p.m. after Labor Day). Located on Water Street in Downtown Rockford.
CITY: Rockford
Rockford College Performing Arts Department
Four productions per year in Clark Arts Center's Maddox and Cheek Theatres, performed by theater students, plus student-directed 3-Penny Theater productions, the Rockford College Forum Series, and Common Destines programs.
CITY: Rockford
Rockford Dance Company
Established in 1972, Rockford Dance Company pursues excellence in the art of dance through performance, education and outreach. A full season of dance is performed by company members, guest artist from around the world, and students from RDC's school of dance. This ballet school also offers classes in modern, jazz, and tap and a recreational division full of many other unique dance genres.
CITY: Rockford
Rockford Greek Fest - Sts. Constantine & Helen Greek Orthodox Church
Greek Fest offers authentic Grecian food, pastries and a marketplace with jewelry, clothes, books and a variety of gifts. Friday night is "American Night" featuring entertainment by "Men of our Times." The taverna will be open Friday night through Sunday night. Church tours will be offered and kids' entertainment provided. There will be a live Greek band on Saturday and Sunday.
CITY: Rockford
Rockford IceHogs Hockey
The Rockford IceHogs are a professional ice hockey team that plays in the American Hockey League.They began play during the 2007–08 AHL season at the BMO Harris Bank Center in Rockford, IL. They are the top affiliate of the Chicago Blackhawks of the NHL.
CITY: Rockford
Rockford Park District
Explore endless recreational opportunities, including some of the finest, most affordable golf courses in the nation, ice skating, hiking/biking paths and much more.
CITY: Rockford
Rockford Ski Broncs Water Ski Show
This world-class water ski team gives free shows from early June until Labor Day at Shorewood Park.
CITY: Loves Park
Rockford Speedway
See top-name NASCAR racing on a quarter-mile, high-banked track. From Kid's nights to monster trucks, fireworks, fantastic NASCAR racing action, you will enjoy an exciting night of affordable family fun at Rockford Speedway.
CITY: Loves Park
Rockford Symphony Orchestra
The Rockford Symphony Orchestra has been serving Northern Illinois for more than 75 years and has a strong tradition of presenting classical and contemporary orchestral music of the highest caliber in Rockford's beautiful and awe-inspiring Coronado Theatre. Nationally known guest artists frequently serve as soloists for RSO concerts, adding tremendous variety and diversity to each season. In addition to a wonderful array of Classics and Pops Concerts, each season the Rockford Symphony also presents The Nutcracker in collaboration with the Rockford Dance Company. The Rockford Symphony Orchestra also brings the joy of music to thousands of students each year through its comprehensive educational programming, including Youth Concerts and the Rockford Symphony Youth Orchestra. In 2007, the RSO was named the Illinois Orchestra of the Year.
CITY: Rockford
Rockford University Art Gallery
Six exhibitions per year featuring local and national artists, including Rockford University students and faculty.
CITY: Rockford
Italian restaurant in Capron serving pizza, sandwiches and dinners.
CITY: Capron
Authentic Chicago pizza, plus ribs, chicken, and pasta for all your catering needs.
CITY: Genoa
Roscoe Lions Club Annual Fall Festival
The Roscoe Lions Club hosts the village's annual Fall Festival at Leland Park, featuring amusement rides, live music, parades and a raffle. All proceeds from the raffle will go toward supporting the Lions Club. The parade on Sunday starts at 11:00am.
CITY: Roscoe
Royal Oak Farm Fruit Orchard
Enjoy 22 varieties of pick-your-own and pre-picked apples from August through October, breakfast or lunch in the Country Restaurant, a miniature train ride, carousel, petting zoo, gift shop and bakery, and seasonal events that include Applefest and Pumpkinfest.
CITY: Harvard
Royal Oak Farm Orchard
Apple Orchard
CITY: Harvard
Royal Victorian Manor B&B
Royal Victorian Manor Bed and Breakfast is an 1894 Victorian home that has evolved to offer the perfect combination of modern amenities while maintaining its original majestic qualities. Featured as the "The Cherry Street Inn" in the movie "Groundhog Day" (1992), this majestic painted lady is designed to cater to the discerning traveler. Located in Woodstock, Illinois, the Manor is celebrated as a historic and cultural vacation retreat.
CITY: Woodstock
Sand Bluff Bird Observatory
A fascinating opportunity to see a wide variety of migrating birds banded and released. Special events in spring and fall, including the annual BirdFest in early May. Located in the Colored Sands Forest Preserve in the northwestern corner of Winnebago County. Colored Sands, site of original and restored prairies, is one of the most beautiful natural areas in northern Illinois.
CITY: Shirland
Sandy Hollow Antique & Flea Market
Rockford's only smoke-free, indoor-outdoor flea market; 60 indoor dealers, air-conditioned/heated. Snack bar featuring all fresh meat and hand-cut fries.
CITY: Rockford
Sandy Hollow Golf Course
A popular 18-hole course on Rockford's south side, Sandy Hollow is a tree-lined fairway course with strategically placed fairway bunkers. One of the more challenging holes on the 6,228-yard course is No. 11, which requires a tee shot over a pond.
CITY: Rockford
Scarecrow Harvest Festival - Midway Village Museum
Enjoy the ambiance of Midway Village and the fall colors as you make and take a Scarecrow. The museum will provide the straw for free. Purchase a cloth head, hat, shirt, pants and other traditional scarecrow accessories on site or bring your old clothes from home to make as many scarecrows as you can carry. When you are here, take the time to explore the charming Victorian-era village and gardens at one of the most scenic times of the year when the leaves are in full color and the traditional harvest activities are in full swing.
CITY: Rockford
Severson Dells Nature Center
Nature lovers will enjoy 369 unspoiled acres with an unusual 90% concentration of native wildflowers, a paved path and 2.5 miles of trails. The Nature Center features a butterfly garden, gift shop, aquarium and library.
CITY: Rockford
Shogun Japanese Restaurant
Highly skilled chefs prepare and demonstrate the art of Japanese cuisine right at your table.
CITY: Rockford
Sinnissippi Golf Course
This nine-hole course, located in Sinnissippi Park, offers challenges for advanced golfers and novices. The 3,230-yard course is best known for its hilly layout and tree-lined fairways.
CITY: Rockford
Sleep Inn - Rockford
The Sleep Inn® hotel is conveniently located near the intersection of US Highway Business 20 and Interstate 90. This Rockford hotel provides superior amenities, including a free deluxe continental breakfast, free weekday newspaper, free local calls, fresh baked cookies in the evening and a fitness center. Business travelers will find free high-speed Internet access, oversized work desks and access to copy and fax services. There is also a meeting room available to accommodate most events and business functions. Celebration Suites feature whirlpools, fireplaces, sofa sleepers, microwaves and refrigerators. All rooms come equipped with free HBO, coffee makers and more.
CITY: Rockford
Social Urban Bar & Restaurant
This hip Rockford restaurant cooks up seasonal dishes inspired by the produce and meats supplied from local farmers. The bar offers a nice selection of craft beers and wine, along with more than a dozen different absinthes.
CITY: Rockford
Sportscore One
This 105-acre sports complex, host to local and national tournaments, features eight lighted softball diamonds, eight regulation and 11 practice soccer fields, nine sand volleyball pits, concession stands, a soccer center with lockers, a boat ramp and a walking path.
CITY: Rockford
Sportscore Two/Indoor Sports Center
124-acre sports complex at I-90/Riverside Blvd. intersection. Includes Wedgbury Stadium, Indoor Sports Center and outdoor sports fields for soccer, rugby, football, volleyball, basketball, in-line hockey, badminton and adapted and wheelchair sports.
CITY: Loves Park
Stage Left Cafe
Decorated in back-stage motif, the new Stage Left Cafe offers a variety of beverages, souvenirs, entertainment and more. All presented in a unique atmosphere of theatrical tradition! Enjoy desserts too.
CITY: Woodstock
Starlight Theatre at Rock Valley College
The area's oldest outdoor summer theatre with four musical productions in June and July. Starlight's home, the Bengt Sjostrom Theatre, features more than a thousand seats, a stunningly artistic and creative retractable roof, new seating and an improved stage. Starlight Theatre has been named one of Illinois' 150 Great Places by the American Institute of Architects, Illinois Council. This prestigious award is given to places that have been identified by leading architects as contributing to their communities' quality of life.
CITY: Rockford
Staybridge Suites - Rockford
Staybridge Suites welcomes you for an extended stay at our hotel in Rockford, Illinois. Ideally situated just over six miles from downtown, Staybridge Suites of Rockford, IL is in close proximity to the Chicago - Rockford International Airport. Our hotel is also located near prominent businesses, as well as popular area attractions. Our pet friendly Rockford hotel offers guests a free shuttle service to the Chicago - Rockford International Airport. Amenities include a 24-hour business center, high speed internet, laundry services and complimentary breakfast.
CITY: Rockford
Steam Plant Family Restaurant
Family restaurant located in an old steamplant building. Boone County memorabilia throughout. Banquet room available.
CITY: Belvidere
Steel Heart Ltd.
Unique showroom & warehouse sprawls over an impressive 50,000 square foot inside the historical Starline building, which is the perfect showroom for their pieces. With the outside of the building encased with climbing ivy, huge skylights, and old wooden beams and floors, their products feel at home here. Shop a vast collection of home and garden decor featuring arbors, gazebos, trellis, planters, wall baskets, chandeliers, statuary, antiques, cast iron and more.
CITY: Harvard
Steel Heart Ltd.
Practical and stylish home and garden products for today's changing lifestyles!
CITY: Harvard
Stephen Mack Home & Whitman Trading Post
Built in 1834 by fur trader Stephen Mack, one of the area's first settlers. Located at Macktown Forest Preserve, site of archeological dig, and golf course.
CITY: Rockton
Stockholm Inn
Popular with both locals and visitors, this restaurant's menu and decor echoes Rockford's Swedish heritage. In addition to American food, the Stockholm Inn cooks up Swedish pancakes with imported lingonberries, Swedish meatballs and other Swedish favorites. And great coffee, of course! Banquet rooms are available. Home of the Lingonberry Gift Shop with "the best Scandinavian gifts in the world."
CITY: Rockford
Stroll on State - Downtown Rockford
Stroll on State has carolers, roaming musicians, food from street vendors and downtown restaurants, and holiday shops. Kids can visit with Santa and real reindeer, skate at the Winter Wonderland, and watch the City of Rockford Downtown Christmas tree lighting.
CITY: Rockford
Studio Theatre at Rock Valley College
During the fall and spring semesters, Rock Valley College sponsors a Studio Theatre program, giving students and amateur actors in the area a chance to perform with guest professionals in plays such as Wings, Black Coffee, and 1940's Radio Hour. Each year the Studio Theatre presents a William Shakespeare classic. The Studio Theatre also has a new play development program with productions that have included American Rock!, Kite's Book, and Christmas With the Conroys.
CITY: Rockford
Summerfield Farm & Zoo
Summerfield Zoo is home to a large variety of exotic animals, ranging from reindeer and monkeys to camels and mountain lions. We are proud to offer an up close and personal animal experience. While at the zoo, enjoy our education and fun animal encounter presentations. Summerfield Zoo is open selected weekends May through November.
CITY: Belvidere
Super 8 Motel - Rockford
Conveniently located near I-90, E. State Street/Business Rt. 20, Super 8 offers a perfect balance of value and convenience. Centrally located between Chicago and Galena off Interstate 39. Each hotel room comes with time-saving amenities like a refrigerator and microwave — or book a personal Jacuzzi suite for extra comfort. Start your day right with free SuperStart continental breakfast, and enjoy the convenience of free Wi-Fi in your room. Handicapped-accessible hotel rooms are available, and free RV or truck parking is included. We are a pet-friendly hotel, and kids 17 and under stay free with an adult.
CITY: Rockford
Super 8 Motel - Woodstock
Motel with 62 rooms. Standard rooms, presidential suites and jacuzzi theme suites.
CITY: Woodstock
Super 8 Motel/ Hampshire
Microwaves, mini-refrigerators and jaccuzi's in select rooms. Adjoining rooms, roll-away beds and cribs available.
CITY: Hampshire
Susie's Garden Patch
Find u-pick asparagus, strawberries, tomatoes and pumpkins. Roadside produce includes sweet corn, muskmelons, peppers and pumpkins. Susie's hosts a Strawberry Festival every June.
CITY: Garden Prairie


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