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NEAR RICHLAND, Wash.-- Wednesday marks a major milestone in the Hanford cleanup. The F Reactor area is no longer a threat to the Columbia River and the environment.
Years of work have led to this remarkable accomplishment. The F reactor is the very first reactor site at Hanford to be fully cleared. A look back helps us appreciate the work done for the future of this land.
It's hard to wrap your mind around just how much intricate and risky work was completed inside the two square miles that is the F Reactor site.
"It's tough to picture what it used to be like back in the day but it's a huge amount that was completed to ensure the Columbia River is protected in the future," says Matt McCormick, Manager of the Richland D.O.E.
The F Reactor operated from 1945 to 1965 producing plutonium for the nation's defense.
To clean up that work, contractors demolished one hundred twelve facilities, cleaned up eighty-eight waste sites and removed 1.5 million tons of contaminated material.
"For the tax payer really and the folks downstream, we effectively cleaned up the F area so that the contamination doesn't threaten the Columbia River and cause environmental hazard in the future," says McCormick.
All that's left is the F Reactor itself, which is cocooned to seal in all radioactive material.
The D.O.E. is taking this process full circle to return the rest of the land to what it looked like before the Manhattan project.
"After we're done with clean up and removing the hazard to the environment and to the public, we backfill the places where we had to dig out contaminated soil and revegetate it," says McCormick.
The completion of F Reactor cleanup marks a big step forward in D.O.E.'s mission to cleanup the entire Hanford site.
"Nailed down and done and executed and the transition process back to the government confirmed and so it's a great first test case for us to say, yeah we can but a bow around this one and claim this complete," says Carole Johnson, President of Washington Closure Hanford.
The F Reactor will stay cocooned at the site for several decades to allow the radioactive material to decay before it is moved to a waste disposal site.
Biologists are working to re-establish the vegetation by this winter to look just as it did nearly seventy years ago.


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The question is not whether I'd sing to an apple tree, but rather where I can find an apple tree to sing to. My Oklahoman neighborhood just doesn't deliver the crimson fruit. Regardless, I will tipple this wassail with a cheer (wassail literally means "wes hail", or good cheer)- after all in 2014 I'm learning about celebrations around the world, a suitable follow-up to completing our first adventure: eating one meal for every country in the world. January is all about … [Read more...]
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Orange juice is a hardworking breakfast drink. When everyone else in the house is still rubbing the sleep out of their eyes, orange juice is waaaay perky. It contains enough joy to put coffee out of business. But what if you had something a little more fancy to offer your family (or guests) in the morning? Orange juice with a splash of orange blossom water is a direct inspiration from the United Arab Emirates (and all over the Gulf), where hosts offer guests orange blossom water & … [Read more...]
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The best kind of party is a tea party. Even better? A themed tea party. This week we're exploring the Central Asian Tea Party. As I read through many descriptions of teas in Turkmenistan (this week's Global Table) and her neighboring countries, I realized there are just FIVE basic things you need for a Central Asian Tea Party. Anything else is icing on the proverbial cake. 1. Green or Black Tea. In Central Asia, people drink two main kinds of tea, green or black. … [Read more...]
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Sun. Sweat. Waves. If lemonade is the go-to poolside drink in the United States, 'Otai is the go-to ocean-side drink of Tonga. Our recipe for 'Otai takes us way out into the southwest Pacific, where the tropical days lull a person into putting away their smartphone. Can you imagine? Oh, please, someone take my cellphone from me!! My heart is there already. I promise you won't need your phone to enjoy this drink. What you do need? A watermelon, a can of coconut milk, and some … [Read more...]
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There's nothing sweeter than a good love story; and there's no love story more refreshing than Thai Iced Tea. This is the love story of extra strong Ceylon tea, brewed until deeply blushing. The rouge dissolves like a faint, as sweetened condensed milk swirls into the mix. If you think that's all there is to Thai Iced Tea, you'd be half right. For many people, that's all they desire. But every love story needs a little spice, so today we're going the extra mile, by including … [Read more...]
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Lemongrass. Coconut milk. Slushie. Pink. Pink. Pink. Hello. The weather's been heating up lately, so when I happened up this Dawet recipe so beloved in Suriname, I knew we had to try it. When I discovered it was also enjoyed in slushie form? I did a little dance. Slushies are always a good idea. The refreshing, tropical drink is made with an easy, homemade lemongrass syrup, a swirl of coconut milk, and a splash of water (or ice, if making a slushie). Dawet originates from Asia, … [Read more...]
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Under the pulsing noonday sun, Tea Ladies line the streets of Sudan. They soak up what little shade they can find. Water simmers over charcoal stoves. They swirl a mishmash of ingredients through the steam, into the pot. You can pick your combination. Will it be mint? Or what about ginger? The most popular option for many patrons is cinnamon tea, a blend of black tea steeped with cinnamon sticks. Many patrons like to hold a sugar cube between the teeth while drinking to sweeten the … [Read more...]

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Little Crow Feathers mother was found lying on the floor by her granddaughter who is giving her mouth to mouth as we talk the ambulance is now taking her to the hospital. Please pray for her.
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Please send and angle to help Aurora mothers, give her the strength to get well. Thy will be done. Thank you
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This terribly sad news brings tears to my eyes, Red Wolf--I am so very sorry. I will send up healing prayers for our dear LCF's mother, for all the family, and especially for LCF--she will need strengh to deal with this sad situation--thank you so much for letting us know--Love and Light, always, Dot
My heart goes out Aurora Little Crow Feather, what a distressing thing to have happened. Love and healing energy coming to those involved for the very best outcome for all. Blessings
Highest blessings to you Red Wolf,
My mother had a heart attack. At this time, she is still unresponsive. The doctor inserted a pacemaker, to help her heart beat normally. I left her tonight, as she will be moved from the Emergency Room to the ICU, in stable condition. I am in deep gratitude for all your outpouring of loving healing prayers. I will be online to post the Elders Meditation.
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My friends here is an update on Aurora Little Crow Feather's mother.
She is still in the coma, she is on life support and is critical condition but stable. LCF and her father will be talking to specialist tomorrow. If her Mother doesn't open her eyes by Thursday they will remove the tubes.
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Along With 4 Lawyers, Judge Who Oversaw Fen-Phen Settlement Could Be Disbarred
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By Martha Neil
In 2006, a Kentucky judge retired rather than face potential discipline for his role in overseeing a $200 million settlement in controversial diet drug litigation that sent two of the lawyers involved to prison and resulted in the disbarment, or recommended disbarment, of two others.
But now the board of governors of the Kentucky Bar Association is seeking the disbarment of former Boone Circuit Judge Joseph "Jay" Bamberger, too, contending that he had to know lawyers in the case were charging excessive fees, reports the Kentucky Enquirer.
Lawyers Stan Chesley, Shirley Cunningham Jr., William Gallion and Melbourne Mills Jr. reportedly were paid $125 million of the settlement amount in the case, which concerned heart damage suffered by individuals who took the fen-phen diet drug.
Bamberger could not be reached by the newspaper for comment. The Kentucky Supreme Court will make the final determination as to whether or not he will be disbarred.
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When I became director at GBCA, I was fortunate to have a wise board that acknowledged I needed more training as a leader, so I engaged with an executive coach. I won't go into the many insights I've gained from that process here.
Yesterday, our coach showed our group the below Ted Talk with Itay Talgam.
It's impossible for me not to compare these conductors to directors. I think it's important to remember about a director the same thing executives have to remember–that "every expression, every word, every posture of the leader is magnified by 1000 in the eyes of their employees".
The key message that comes across to me is that the leader sets the conditions of the working environment and the culture. The leader defines the boundaries, the goals, the process, and the terms of the collaboration, indicating how much each individual artist may bring to the table. This last piece is essential to communicate to your artists.
After directing The Other Shore last year, I'm really interested in how much freedom of interpretation you can give to your artists on any given night, while still having them follow the conditions set up. I think by building a very strong ensemble, I was able to trust the group to alter the blocking every evening, to follow their impulses, and to deliver honest, present performances every time.


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Contemporary French
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Dining Style:
Casual Elegant
(212) 223-5656
Hours of Operation:
Brunch: Saturday and Sunday 11:00am-3:00pm
Lunch: Monday - Friday 12:00pm-2:30pm
Dinner: Monday - Thursday 5:30pm-10:30pm, Friday & Saturday 5:30pm-11:00pm, Sunday 5:30pm-10:00pm
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Contemporary French, French
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Jean-Georges Vongerichten
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A word from JoJo
JoJo offers relaxed yet elegant dining on two floors of a quaint, turn-of-the-century brownstone on the Upper East Side. The first of Jean-Georges' restaurants in New York City, this neighborhood gem opened in 1991 to rave reviews. It was voted best new restaurant of the year by Esquire magazine
and has retained its three-star status from the New York Times for 21 years. Regarding the name, JoJo was Chef Jean-Georges' nickname as a young boy. Jojo is a hospitable setting for a casual dinner, special occasion, or private party. Guests can feel comfortable in jeans or in evening attire. The contemporary French menu still features some well-loved original dishes, including the Warm Valrhona Chocolate Cake.
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Jojo's is a restaurant that
captures the essence of the neighborhood it serves. A long time upper east side restaurant, the decor is classy yet modern, and the atmosphere is relaxed yet refined. I enjoy dining at Jojo's as it feels like I'm in my own world. Speaking of, the food is out of this world. There are flavor notes, especially in the salmon that is currently on the menu, that I can't identify but crave. Everything is prepared perfectly and presented beautifully. The prefixe lunch menu is the best value in town. For around $30 you can have an amazing 3 course meal from a Michelin starred restaurant in an elegant setting!"
Dined on 8/21/2014
We were very pleased with our
experience at JoJo. I ordered the vegetable menu, which was excellent. My husband ordered the summer menu and loved it. The ambiance downstairs was disappointing, but after requesting a change the hostess moved us upstairs near the front windows, which was lovely. The price was very reasonable considering the quality of our meal."
Dined on 8/20/2014
Food is always excellent - very
good for lunch - and pretty good for dinner because space is small downstairs and difficult to have a conversation when all the tables are taken. But quality of food and service is always excellent. However, dinner menu is more interesting. It's a good place to meet for a special lunch occasion. Wish it was more comfortable."
Dined on 8/20/2014
Consistently good but not
exceptional. The pieces of crab in the crab cake could be larger, but the accompanying greens were very good. The salmon is farmed, and thus not as tasty as it could be, but the lightly roasted cherry and grape tomatoes with it were excellent. The blueberry cake had no discernible taste of blueberries and the sorbet was too sweet."
Dined on 8/20/2014
I think charging 29.00 dollars for
a GLASS of wine is outrageous...The rest of the bill was in line with upscale New Youk City prices. Whe I searched online for the retail price of this wine, the average price was 43.00 per bottle. the mark up for a glass was way over the top."
Dined on 8/18/2014
Decor attractive Service superior
Cusine most creative in NYC have eaten at Per Se Boule Daniel Aurielle and if not all the upscale restaurants then most My statement shows that I have had the pleasure of dining at NYC finest Chef Sean Hergot is a genius"
Dined on 8/15/2014
I had one dish--the pasta. I
ordered the appetizer size which was $17. The waitress asked if I wanted an entrée portion, and I said sure. She charged me $29 for six ravioli swimming in soupy sauce. Way overpriced for cheese ravioli. My friend had gazpacho, which was good, and the burger. Despite it being restaurant week, we were charged a la carte for everything. They made no effort to help price-wise. Tables are tiny on the first floor, so we were jammed in."
Dined on 8/15/2014
The food was great and so was the
service. Unfortunately the chairs had torn seats. The restroom was shabby too."
Dined on 8/15/2014
I very much enjoyed lunch with a
friend here. Great food and service. Lovely setting. Will certainly return again."
Dined on 8/14/2014
Mediocre service from start to
finish; even had to fill our wine glasses ourselves!"
Dined on 8/13/2014
We dined at JoJo for lunch during
restaurant week. Having never been there all of us were very pleased with our choices. The food was delicious, however, the downstairs rooms where we ate was dated and in need of a "facelift"."
Dined on 8/13/2014
The last time I dined at Jo Jo's
was maybe 5 years ago-still has not changed. Not sure I would go back."
Dined on 8/13/2014
The food was very good and service
too but could be faster for lunch. This has been here for a long time and it is an old building so I wish they can do something for the ordor."
Dined on 8/12/2014
A New York experience with fine
cuisine and ambiance."
Dined on 8/12/2014
Took my girl friend there for
lunch for her birthday, did not know it was a restaurant week. We ordered from the restaurant week menu just because it was the right portion, but the service was really tepid. I have to ask three times for lime for my water, and our coffee never came. Anyway, I wish the service is better."
Dined on 8/11/2014
Overall the food was mediocre (not
bad but nowhere near as good as I've previously heard) and the seating was very cramped. The diner next to me and I bumped elbows a few times. I'm glad I tried out the restaurant but also extremely thankful it was during retaurant week when prices are moderate."
Dined on 8/11/2014
I went with my family during the
restaurant week for dinner. It is not a very big restaurant but it is very classy and romantic inside. I had a salmon dish and it was cooked just about right and their corn pudding sauce was phenomenal. I would definitely go again if I have a chance!"
Dined on 8/10/2014
We eat fairly often at Jean
George's Inn at Pound Ridge so were surprised by the TERRIBLE food here. The salad with asparagus had decomposing mesclun that was obvious looking at the plate. Picked out the many bad leaves and placed them on my bread plate, but our server chose to overlook the gross pile. I should have complained but didn't want to disrupt the experience of my guests at the table. Tofu dish was over salted and tomatoes in the pasta were sour. Nothing was even good let alone delicious. Also awkward--the first wine we had was corked, but the person pouring (a manager?) argued about it with my husband. Wine tasting is subjective, but this was apparent. The price was exorbitant. Worst dining experience we can remember."
Dined on 8/10/2014
For the price and the rating, JoJo
does not live up to the Jean-Georges reputation. Also, this is only a personal anecdote, but it seemed they placed all of the Asians on the bottom floor. If this may be true, it is in fact a discriminatory policy, one that will turn me off all Jean-Georges restaurants."
Dined on 8/10/2014
quality plus!jojos wa up to its
usual quality...had been yearning for a real French omelet and jo jos highlight dessert, the pavkiva,,,both were just great....would've felt better if it were on restaurant week or a choice on the PF, even if with a supplement.."
Dined on 8/10/2014
Este restaurante está localizado
em uma parte muito agradável do Upper East Side, e ao adentrar-se no estabelecimento, logo se percebe se tratar de local refinado. A comida é deliciosa e os pratos têm apresentação caprichada. Certamente é um local a ser considerado por aqueles que querem degustar uma bem elaborada comida francesa. Tendo oportunidade, retornaremos ao Jo Jo."
Dined on 8/9/2014
Went here years ago and remembered
it fondly. However, the menu offerings were not special and the prices high. My lamb chops were just well lamb chops served with a smattering of veggies. My friend's salmon was a tiny piece of fish. Also the ambiance has grown a bit tired with age. Only redeeming factor was that the noise level was minimal which is unique in NYC these days."
Dined on 8/9/2014
We had the prix fixe lunch. I had
the ravioli appetizer, which needed to be hotter - it was room temp. My friend's peeky toe crabcake was tasty but tiny. The salmon entree was more rare than medium rare, as I'd ordered, however, the corn pudding was the best thing about the meal - sweet & richly corny. The dessert was disappointing. From the online lunch menu, I'd thought we'd have more than 2 choices. The warm chocolate cake was tasty but not hot enough in the center & the financier was a waste of calories. I would have gotten the butterscotch pudding or crunchy profiteroles instead of the financier. Frankly, it felt as tho the kitchen just wanted to get out of there & hadn't paid enough attention to our lunch."
Dined on 8/9/2014
We dined at JoJo during Restaurant
Week and were very pleased with the experience. The fennel salad was nice, as were the a la carte crab cakes. The salmon was perfectly cooked and served over a delightful corn pudding. We thought the financier was lackluster but the rest of the meal was superb, including the service."
Dined on 8/8/2014
We were seated upstairs and the
tables were impossibly close--the person sitting at the left or right table to ours next to me were so close to me that they were closer to me then my dining companion, across my own table. It's hard not to share your conversations; and privacy is non-existent. The staff is nice, but they are so quick to remove your plate and get you the next course, even before you put your fork down. Food was good, but not what I think of as Upper East Side French dining--a feeling of calm and sophistication."
Dined on 8/8/2014
We visited there with a group
of five for dinner. However, the choice of menu is quite limited. For example, the Restaurant Week Menu has only two options and both of them are rather disappointing. Chicken was clocked dry and tasteless and salmon was overcooked too. Assorted vegetables for chicken are good and delicious and the corn dip for salmon was excellent. Wine list is very good. So everything is good except for main meal."
Dined on 8/8/2014
1. After we finished our
appetizers, we had to wait 30+ mins for our entrees! 2.I found a piece of plastic(size of my pinkie nail) in the ice cream. Our server did offer us one complementary dessert, but sorry, Jojo, it can't save you from receiving one star from me and my friends."
Dined on 8/8/2014
Great for restaurant week! They
wouldn't let us sit upstairs which I would have liked but otherwise reliably good food."
Dined on 8/8/2014
We ordered off the Restaudant Week
menu. The salmon dish with corn pudding (amazing) and cherry tomato salad was a palate of flavors, each delicious and complimentary of the others. The shaved fennel salad was very good, but not special (is it possible?). However, the blackberry financier with sweet corn ice cream (also amazing) was a delightful way to end the meal. Fine, creative dishes at Restaurant Week prices - try not to miss it!"
Dined on 8/7/2014
First time at JoJo and it was a
wonderful experience. I went for a business lunch with a colleague and we order from the restaurant week prefix menu. Very good"
Dined on 8/7/2014
I went here for restaurant week
and so was everybody else (or so it seemed). I had the arugula salad which was tasty with the cheese and citrus dressing and the salmon which tasted amazing with the corn pudding. The dessert was the best for last-- the chocolate cake with vanilla ice cream. Everything was delicious, but I felt the restaurant was way too loud."
Dined on 8/6/2014
A friend and I decided to try out
JoJo for restaurant week. The food was AMAZING. After my friend and I finished dinner we decided to talk a bit over drinks. Apparently we were holding up the table for the next reservation so we were asked to move to another table and for the inconvenience, we would get a complimentary drink. The manager who asked us to move was very respectful and nice. I will most definitely come back to JoJo."
Dined on 8/6/2014
Jo Jo is a very charming
restaurant nicely situated in an Upper East Side Townhouse. Unfortunately, it was disappointing. The menu was very limited - apart from Restaurant Week. Service was good but not great. While excited to experience Jean-Georges 1st restaurant, we came away thinking -- ho hum! Just not memorable and while Restaurant Week coaxed us into making a reservation - this is not the overriding factor in our determination. Menu is very limited. We were seated upstairs which is nice but downstairs is obviously the preferred positioning for regulars and those in-the-kow. Would we come back- probably not - based on this mediocre experience. The food was good but not anything to rave about."
Dined on 8/6/2014
food was good as always but
nothing really could make a wow. And we were rushed out because they said they had ppl waiting for tables........"
Dined on 8/6/2014
Hadn't been to Jo Jo's in years.
My friend and I had baked salmon over some kind of succotash, was super delicious. It was my friend's birthday and even though the restaurant week offering included desert, they gifted us with a special birthday one. They are lovely!"
Dined on 8/6/2014
The dirty glass on the door was
the first sign that things had gone downhill at this once special and elegant restaurant. The food was nothing special, bland, a little old fashioned, sad for a place where 24 years ago I had one of the best food of my life. Tuna tartare had tendons in it and no seasoning,The shrimp with corn main course was just a huge pile of corn, with some metallic tasting shrimp, and potatoes in it, bland and messy to look at. Berry soup, was just some berries in juice with a tasteless champagne sorbet on top. Someone in the JG organization, needs to check in here. Jojos is no longer up to the standards of Jean Georges, and as the flagship, I would think he would care"
Dined on 8/5/2014
The portion sizes were just right
and the preparations were delicious. The only fault I found was that we were asked too many times if everything was ok. We were pleased with our seating because we could talk without difficulty. Some of the other tables did not look to be sufficiently quiet."
Dined on 8/5/2014
Food is delicious and the service
is outstanding. Romantic ambience. Great spot for a special occasion"
Dined on 8/4/2014
yogurt soup is perfect but chicken
for the entree doesn't taste good at all."
Dined on 8/4/2014
Restaurant week is tricky....I
think it's a good time to try different restaurants. But is it really a value? My $25 lunch at JoJos was soso to poor. The choices at $25 are sparse -- there are many items on the menu that require $10 supplements and only two entrees at regular Restaurant Week price. Skate, a fish that looks like a stingray and most fisherman throw back is the first choice. Second was greasy chicken with hot sauce, green beans & tasteless gnocchi. The appetizer I had was a delicious sweet tomato salad with red onions. Dessert was jean-george famed chocolate cake and ice cream. The entrees were the lowest cost food items available and not prepared well. Disappointing experience and I would never go back or recommend."
Dined on 8/4/2014
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Poll Numbers Give Support to Anti-Frackers
11/27/2013 (Updated 10:48:54 PM)A pair of state polls show a plurality of New Yorkers oppose fracking...
A Marist poll reports 47% of adults in New York oppose the drilling technique as opposed to 37% who support it. A Quinnipiac poll released today puts those numbers at 44% in favor of fracking and 46% against.
While drilling supporters say those numbers don't tell the whole story,
anti-fracking activists see these numbers as a sign of hope:
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The Marist poll shows that upstate, there is even stronger opposition to fracking, but only by an additional percentage point.
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The work, which received a Seattle premiere co-produced by A.C.T. and the 5th Avenue Theatre, features a book by Austin Winsberg ("Gossip Girl"), with music and lyrics by Alan Zachary and Michael Weiner (Secondhand Lions, Twice Charmed). Previews are scheduled to begin July 9 at The Longacre Theatre.
Bill Berry (producing director of The 5th Avenue Theatre), who helmed the world premiere, will direct the Broadway production, and Josh Rhodes (Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella) will provide musical staging. Opening night is set for Aug. 8.
The cast also includes Sara Chase ("Arrested Development," The Toxic Avenger), Kristoffer Cusick (Wicked, Rent), Blake Hammond (Sister Act, Billy Elliot), Kate Loprest ("Boardwalk Empire," Hairspray) and Vicki Noon (Wicked, Mamma Mia!).
The creative team includes scenic designer David Gallo, costume designer David C. Woolard, lighting designer Mike Baldassari, sound designer Kai Harada and hair designer Josh Marquette. Musical supervision, vocal and incidental arrangements are by Dominick Amendum, and August Eriksmoen will orchestrate.
Tickets, which went on sale April 1, can be purchased at Telecharge.com or by calling (212) 239-6200.
First Date is produced by Junkyard Dog Productions (Randy Adams, Marleen and Kenny Alhadeff, Sue Frost) in association withStem Productions, Altar Identity Studios, Alex and Katya Lukianov, Susan W. and James C. Blair Family LP, Linda and Bill Potter, Yasuhiro Kawana, Vijay and Sita Vashee, Elim Enterprises LLP, Kevin and Lynn Foley, Jeff and Julie Goldstein, Edward and Mimi Kirsch, Paula and Stephen Reynolds, Tony Meola/John Yonover, ShadowCatcher Entertainment /Tom and Connie Walsh, and Pat Halloran/Laura Little Entertainment.
The musical was originally co-produced by The 5th Avenue Theatre (David Armstrong, executive producer and artistic director; Bernadine Griffin, managing director, Bill Berry, producing director) and A Contemporary Theatre Seattle, WA (Kurt Beattie, artistic director, and Carlo Scandiuzzi, executive director).
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"Interesting that you bring that up," LaVia said. "I can't name one organization that's a not for profit that has the wide reaching span this organization does."
Bloomington Representative Dan Brady called the hearing a "screwed-up mess", and walked out.
IHSA Director Marty Hickman says the IHSA returned $2.7 million to public schools last year and that the majority of sports sanctioned by the IHSA lose money and are supported by popular sports.
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The 247Sports Texas site first broke the news that Henderson had decommitted and Inside Texas reported a short while later that Henderson had flipped to the Longhorns. However, reports from 247Sports and ESPN indicated that the Horns are merely the frontrunner for Henderson and that he has not yet committed to Texas. It may only be a matter of time before Henderson joins the Texas class.
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by Charles Lemos, Sun Jul 04, 2010 at 05:10:17 PM EDT
We all, I would hope, have epiphanies when we realize certain undeniable facts about the world we live in that challenge or even shatter the comfort of previously held beliefs. I have often said and deeply hold that my world view has been largely shaped by my travels, much of was forced fed to me in the classroom was thankfully unlearned or tempered by experiences in both near and far flung points of this globe.
For example, I came to realize that something was seriously amiss with the American way of life on visits to Detroit and rural Cherokee county in southeastern Kansas. The former was once the world's fifth wealthiest city in 1950, but such is its fall from grace that the Motor City does not even rank in the top thousand today. After visiting Detroit but feeling I had been transported to bombed out Dresden circa 1945, the problems of urban America and the loss of its manufacturing base were all too painfully evident.
My visit to the land of Dorothy demonstrated the devastation of big box retailing upon the landscape of small town America. Hurricanes called Wal-Mart and Home Depot coupled with the rise of industrialized agribusiness have simply wiped out thousands of small businesses and family farms leaving ghost towns scattered across what is for many of us "fly-over" country. Across much of this country, Main Street has been replaced by strip malls anchored by big box retailers on the edge of town. To make the Walton and Tyson families billionaires several times over required the destruction of an entire way of life. And like Gertrude Stein once remarked of Oakland, there is no there there. Towns across America have simply been wiped from the map or are shells of their former selves.
Energy is something most of us simply take for granted. We flip a switch and the lights go on. Most of us are simply unaware of the vast infrastructure and the tremendous effort that goes into making such turning darkness into light an effortless flipping of a switch. But for much of humanity's time on this one Earth of ours, the fall of night has meant a plunge into the darkness and cold of space.
I can remember as a boy walking in the Andes on my grandfather's farm and seeing the night sky full of stars, a view that has bewitched generations of humanity but one that most of humanity is no longer afforded due to the effects of light pollution. Part of my rationale for travelling off the beaten path is simply to gaze up at the night sky to enjoy the spectacle of our universe and to connect with what has so captivated the human mind for millenia. This mania for the exotic less travelled path has taken me to places where by happenstance I also came to see first hand the devastation that my comfort and the ease with which I can turn darkness into light is having upon areas once pristine and though still remote now connected to the world economy and exploited for our benefit with generally deleterious effects for the native population. It was on a visit to the Ecuadorian Amazon in 1994 that I first discovered the dark side of oil, a fact which many Americans are now grasping for the first time but which Nigerians and Amazonians have long had to endure. It's touted as development but it's hard to countenance the destruction of entire ways of lives and the despoilment of wide swaths of the Earth as progress.
Look around you. Just about everything you see is made possible by our ability to exploit the energy that has laid trapped in the Earth's crust. Absent that energy, much of the civilization we have built simply disappears. We live in numbers, now fast approaching seven billion more than doubling in my lifetime alone, only made possible by that exploitation of hydrocarbon magic and its transformation into items we now depend on for our very survival. Ours is the Age of Oil.
We are but 150 years into this Age of Oil but it is increasingly evident that at the present rate of consumption and given present reserves that the Age of Oil is going to come to an end within the space of a human lifetime. The implications, thus, for a civilization built on oil are then dire. But even if we did possess a limitless supply of oil to fuel our growth to sustain the numbers we now total, it should be clear that our dependence on this elixir has had a cost in ways we are only now beginning to fully realize and never will be able to fully discount. Ours may be the last generation to enjoy a bite of tuna or to see a polar bear in the wild if you're so lucky to visit Churchill, Manitoba where they still congregate in numbers every November before heading to hunt on the Arctic ice pack. Eco-tourism is rapidly devolving into a see it before it's gone trade. Such is the world we will leave future generations and I suspect that we will be cursed by them for our improper avaricious stewardship of the planet's natural resources.


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There are a few peak moments in my musical memory: Hearing the swirling keyboard intro to "Baba O'Riley" pour out over the crowd at Folsom Field. The thunder of the opening chords of "Born in the U.S.A." roaring out into Mile High Stadium. The echoes of the crowd singing along with the chorus of "Biko" as Peter Gabriel told us "the rest is up to you."
There are more, but the thing that these all have in common are that they were all loud. I studied music, and I was instructed in the ways of dynamics. Sometimes it's necessary to be quiet. There should always be contrast. That is why it is so very important to have an amp that will go up to eleven. After all, it is one more, isn't it?
I remember there was a short period there when Pete Townshend wasn't going to be playing electric guitar anymore. This was due in part to The Who concert at Charlton Athletic Football Ground, London, on May 31, 1976 that was listed in the Guinness Book of Records, where the volume level was measured at 126 decibels. I still remember wondering, after the first concert I attended featuring a very exuberant Elton John, how long that ringing in my ears would last. Pete's working on about thirty years now.
I know that there is danger in those decibels. I also know that my goose flesh is connected directly to the volume control. It's a terrible habit, and I know that I need to be careful about what I model for my son. He wore his ear protection when he went to see DEVO. And The Police. And Springsteen. This kid rocks, and even though I sometimes have to call his name two or three times to get his attention, I know he's not losing his hearing. He's just ignoring me.
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Nice flavor.. easy... threw it all in the food processor. Needed salt and pepper and more heat for my tastes. Will be using leftovers on chicken wraps for work lunches for the week
I make hummus frequently but this may be my new fav recipe. Modified to one can of beans , one cup pumpkin, and 1/4 t of cayenne because I don't like too much heat. All else the same. Even my teenager who says she doesn't like pumpkin commented that it is really good
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I'm so flattered to see this at the top of AR's recent e-mail. I had modified the recipe even more this past weekend and it was a hit at a party. I had adjusted the ingredintes by reducing the pumpkin puree to one cup, used only one can of garbanzo beans and one tablespoon of EVOO, with the rest of the seasonings and ingredients the same as posted. It turned out FANTASTIC!
Made this to take to Thanksgiving, followed the recipe with the adjustments RedHedd had posted in a review/comment. It was a big hit. The pumpkin taste is not at all overpowering, and the seasoning was flavorful without being too spicy. My husband and daughter are big hummus fans, and definitely gave thumbs up to this recipe. It was our first time making our own hummus, and it came out perfectly. We will definitely make this again.
I am not a fan of hummus but I received an assignment to provide refreshments for an upcoming Christmas event and this recipe caught my eye. I followed RedHedd's updated suggestion and used 1 cup of pumpkin and 1 can of Garbanzo beans, increased the oil to 2 Tbsp. and kept everything else the same. Wow this was awesome I made pita chips also from this site and served them to my family for their opinion....All said 5 star even my kids. I am confident when I make this for 300 people next month it will be a HIT....Thanks RedHedd for sharing:)
At first thought it was a bit unusual, but decided to give it a try and was pleasantly surprised with the results. Everyone of my guests absolutely loved it. I would love to modify it so it would eliminate the nut factor in the recipe so my other friends that have nut allergies can enjoy it as well.
Oh my goodness!!! I always buy hummus. This is the first timeI have made it. This stuff is awesome! I put less Cayenne in it because my husband doesn't like it too spicy. We only waited 20 minutes to eat some. It looked too good to wait 2 long hours for it.
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PETALING JAYA: Datuk Shahril Ridza Ridzuan has taken over as the new chief executive officer of the Employees Provident Fund (EPF) for a two-year term effective Tuesday.
He succeeds Tan Sri Azlan Zainol, who was first appointed CEO on Apr 16, 2001.
Shahril first joined the EPF on Dec 1, 2009 as its deputy CEO (investment), where he was responsible for the organisation's investment strategy and policy.
"Together with Azlan, as part of a long-term diversification strategy, he strengthened (EPF's) overseas investments, from 5.96% of total investment assets (or RM22.39bil) in 2009 to 17.21% (RM85.7bil) currently," the EPF said in a statement.
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LAKELAND, Fla. (BP) -- The average age of first exposure to Internet pornography for a male is 10 to 11 years old. Nine out of 10 children between the ages of 8 and 16 have viewed pornography on the Internet. In most cases the pornography website was accessed unintentionally, but it still has a detrimental effect.
As part of the Join 1 Million Men movement (
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Obviously a parent must do everything possible to try to prevent a child from seeing pornography. When you consider a child's curiosity and the pervasive presence of pornography on the Internet, the temptation is great.
What can you do to prevent your son from being exposed to pornography? What can you do if it has already happened? Here are 10 steps a parent can take:
1. Install Internet filtering and accountability software on each computer in your home. Both are necessary. One type of software screens for inappropriate content and the other informs a parent of Internet activity. Parents, this is a have-to investment. Covenant Eyes is among the best along with Safe Eyes and X3Watch.
2. Talk with your son about the dangers of pornography and let him know you are installing the software and why. Communicate with him that pornography harms innocent people and is a sin to look at because it creates temptations to think and act in ways that are against God.
3. Ask your son if he has been exposed to pornography. Assure him you won't be angry if he says yes. You need to discover how it happened.
4. If you have not had "the talk" with him about sex, it's now time. I would encourage you to do this by age 8 or 9 depending on the personality of your child. You do not want your son learning the facts of life from Internet pornography. The subject of sex is every parent's responsibility.
5. Explain to him the dangers of pornography and how it is very displeasing to God. As a follower of Jesus, remind him that God gave sex as a gift only to those who are married. Inform him that pornography goes against everything God wants. Let him know that intentionally viewing pornography is a sin.
6. Set specific Internet-use boundaries. If your son is younger, there should be specific times when he is allowed to use the Internet and times when he should not. Parents, you control those times. Obviously when your son is a teenager you have to set age-appropriate boundaries. Reinforce to your son that you will see the history of what he has viewed. Teach him to never - ever -- give out personal information on the Internet. Remind him that there are people who would do him harm. You cannot be too careful here. Have specific rules for social networks that you as parents agree upon and clearly define to your son.
7. If your son accidentally sees a pornographic image, he is to come and tell you immediately. Assure him he won't get in trouble, except if he sees an image and doesn't report it.
8. If there is any pornography in your home, destroy it immediately. In addition to the fact that no Christian should have pornography in his or her possession, your child will find it if you have it anywhere. Also, cancel premium cable television and set clear boundaries on what is acceptable and inappropriate to watch.
9. Create a "You-can-ask-me-anything" atmosphere. Let your child know you will always be willing to discuss sexual issues. Work at making him comfortable about discussing sex.
10. Talk with your son about how to respond if he is at a friend's house and pornography is there. Coach him to walk out of the room and call you. It is vital that you help your son choose friends whose parents share your core values, but also be prepared if he does see pornography while visiting a friend.
Dad and Mom, you are the guardians, the gatekeepers, the boundary-setters, the rule-makers and the rule-enforcers. When it comes to protecting your son against Internet pornography, a proactive plan is essential. Begin today by encouraging your son to join the
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movement. Better yet, Dad, make the commitment with him and, Mom, commit to praying for your husband and son and for at least 1 million men in churches to commit to pornography-free lives.
Jay Dennis is pastor of First Baptist Church at the Mall in Lakeland, Fla, and founder of Join 1 Million Men (www.join1millionmen.org), a movement challenging 1 million Christian men to commit to living a pornography free-life and challenging 1 million Christian women to pray for 1 million Christian men to live pornography-free lives. For earlier Baptist Press reports, click
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I find it amusing that some people seem to think that Orton has reached his potential as a QB. Comments along the lines of "well after 4 years in the NFL, you know what you're getting with Orton" or "Orton couldn't even beat out Grossman and Griese" are thrown about with the tone that it is common knowledge that Orton is at best an average QB who will never show more than what he has shown so far. But when it comes to Cutler however, many people assume he will continue to mature as a QB.
Um…Orton has 33 starts in his career (21-12) while Cutler has 37 (17-20).
Orton has only had 2 full season's as a starter, his rookie year and last year. We all know to take rookie QB stats with a grain of salt, especially when a QB is thrown to the wolves right off of the bat as Orton was. Last year, Orton played brilliantly during the first part of the season until he was injured. He was rushed back too early and played through the injury the rest of the year. When we look at Orton's career numbers at this point in time, it helps to put them in this proper context: we are judging Orton based off of stats from his rookie year and a season where he was hampered by an injury.
With such a limited sample size why is it assumed that Orton will not continue to progress as a QB, while Cutler most surely will? Especially when Orton has less experience as a starter. Throw in that Orton now has much more weapons and has a coach with a track record for polishing up QB's and I think it is ignorant to state (or assume) that Orton has reached his potential as a QB.
The bottom line is I'm excited to see Orton continue to develop and mature under McD and this offense. I'm excited about the improvements on D as well. We aren't winning a SB this year, but this is the year that the foundation is being laid. A year or two more of smart team building from McD and X and we will be right in the SB mix. And don't be too shocked if it is Kyle Orton leading those future Broncos to glory.


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World record Rudisha!
Kenyan bags 800m title in blistering 1:40.91
LONDON, England (AFP) — David Rudisha of Kenya won the men's 800 metres Olympic title here yesterday in a stunning new world record of 1:40.91 minutes. The 23-year-old world champion was five metres clear of Nijel Amos of Botswana after taking control of the race from an early stage and charged down the home straight as the capacity crowd rose to their feet. Amos timed 1:41.73 — a world junior record — to win Botswana's first-ever Olympic medal in athletics, while another Kenyan Timothy Kitum took the bronze in a personal best of 1:42.53. It was the first world record in an 800 metres Olympic final since Cuba's
Alberto Juantorena set the mark in the 1976 final. "To come here and break the world record is something unbelievable," said Rudisha. In what was probably overall the fastest 800m race of all time, seven of the eight finalists set personal bests — Andrew Osagie's eighth-place time of 1:43.77 would have been good enough for gold in the 2008 Olympic final.
Rudisha, who was already the world record holder with 1:41.01 set two years ago, set the pace from the start with Abubaker Kaki of Sudan and Mohammed Aman of Ethiopia in close pursuit. However, heading down the back stretch he kicked once and had Kaki and Aman struggling to stay in the hunt and another kick at the 300-metre mark had them fighting for the minor medals. Amos surged into second on the bend into the straight and fought gamely to reel in the Kenyan but in the end he settled for his historic silver.


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One good reason to stop by our new INTERMIX Brooklyn boutique? The amazing marble print lining our walls designed by Rachel Mosler and Nick Cope of Calico Wallpaper. Take a few to get to know the borough-based duo and their creative process.
How did you guys get into designing wallpaper in the first place?
RM: We actually started to conceptualize our company over Hurricane Sandy when we were both out of work for some time. I was working at NYU Hospital, which was temporarily shut down, and Nick and I had a lot of time to spend together. I studied sculpture at The Rhode Island School of Design and have always loved working with my hands, so when Nick proposed to me that I try paper marbling, I felt like it was a perfect fit. I made some initial samples and fell in love with the process.
NC: I also happened upon the most beautiful inspiration at Spirit & Matter, a hole in the wall curiosities shop in the East Village: the early wallpapers of the design duo Laverne. They were also a couple who did beautiful and largely undiscovered work in the 1930s and 1940s. We fell in love with their aesthetic and decided to resurrect their concept and contemporize it.
Where do you look to for inspiration?
RM: I am most inspired by female artists, in particular the work of Lee Bontecou and Camille Claudel. I also love the work of Henry Darger and Adolf Wolfe, I am very drawn to outsider artists in general.
NC: Generally speaking I am inspired by culture. Fashion has a strong influence for me when I am designing. Rick Owens has such an unbelievable awareness of materials. His work is primitive and futuristic; it's very inspiring.
You guys are really close to our new Brooklyn store. What do you love about your neighborhood?
RM: I love living in Red Hook because we are so close to the water and a bit out of the way of the intensity of the city. Living above Fairway market is a dream! We can buy a picnic lunch and sit by the water on the rocks. You feel like you are on vacation everyday.
NC: It is almost cliché at this point, but Brooklyn is such a hotbed of creative talent. There are so many young designers and artists who call the borough home that it will be exciting to see it continue to develop.
Can you tell us any special details about the wallpaper featured in our new store?
RM: I am inspired by ancient techniques of paper marbling. The Wabi Wallpaper at INTERMIX Brooklyn was created with the Turkish technique Ebru inspired by cloud formations.
NC: It looks amazing!
Check out the video below to learn more about Calico's process:
Cool Hunting Video Presents: Calico Wallpaper from Cool Hunting on Vimeo.


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COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — A condemned U.S. inmate who weighs 450 pounds (204 kilograms) should be spared based on claims raising doubts about his legal representation, not because he says he's so fat he can't be humanely executed, the Ohio Parole Board ruled Friday.
The board rejected arguments made by attorneys for Ronald Post that he deserves mercy because of lingering doubts about his "legal and moral guilt" in a woman's death, but it said it couldn't ignore perceived missteps by lawyers in his case.
The board's recommendation goes to Gov. John Kasich, who has the final say. Post is scheduled to die Jan. 16 for killing motel clerk Helen Vantz in a 1983 robbery.
"Post took Vantz's life, devastating the lives of her loved ones in the process," the board said. But it said a majority of its members agreed that his sentence should be commuted to life in prison without chance of parole because of omissions, missed opportunities and questionable decisions made by his previous attorneys and because that legal representation didn't meet expectations for a death penalty case.
His current attorneys said they were pleased by the recommendation.
"In the nearly 30 years since his case began, Ronald Post has too often been failed by the attorneys assigned to represent him, beginning at his trial," public defenders Joe Wilhelm and Rachel Troutman said in a statement.
Post is also fighting his execution on the grounds that he is so fat he can't be humanely executed and will suffer cruel and unusual punishment as the state struggles to find his veins or give him enough drugs to put someone his size to death. A federal judge hears arguments in that case Monday.
Doubt about Post's guilt lingers because of the involvement of two other men in the shooting, Post's attorneys argue. Post pleaded no contest to the crime on the advice of his attorney in expectation he would receive a life sentence, the attorneys argue. Even after his plea, he told a psychologist "he was not a murderer."
The attorneys argue that prosecutors misrepresented to the judge that Post had confessed to sole involvement in the killing.
Associated Press writer Kantele Franko contributed to this report.


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One challenge of grief is that it is emotionally and physically draining. Regaining energy takes patience, but small steps can make a big difference. We asked donor families for ideas and tips for simple ways to begin moving again to feel better. Here are some of their thoughts in their own words:
Almost immediately after the death of our daughter, my husband and I started taking walks in the evening. It began as an outlet to communicate, more than a form of exercise, but slowly I realized it also began to increase my energy level a little. Sometimes it helped me sleep. When the grief was too overwhelming, and we didn't talk at all, but it still helped to be out of the house and find a little distraction in another world. As the months passed, our walks became longer and I even started to find reminders of hope in nature, with the change of season or the flight of a bird. Today, it's been almost 19 years since our grief journey began, and we still are making time for our walks.
- Patti Norquist
For two months after the death of my husband, a very wise man told me to keep a "Brag Book". He suggested that every small step forward was an accomplishment for that day. So each day, I wrote something that I had done in that book. The first entries had to do with just getting out of bed. As the days became weeks, I wrote about only being able to take a shower. I spent my energy, as I would spend money on a budget; very carefully. I was able to be patient with myself because of the entries in that book. When I did venture outside my home, the first place that I went was to a local exercise place. At first, I could only exercise for about 15 minutes and I was crying the whole time. Gradually, I was able to handle a 30 minute routine. My tears, in due course, turned to smiles as my friends and the staff helped me to regain my physical strength. I still try to go at least three times a week.
- Leah Zenker
My wife of 44 years passed away on December 22, 2012 of colon cancer and became a cornea and skin transplant donor. One of the hardest things in the world to do was to imagine another day without her. With the help of my family, therapist, and men's grief support group, I was able to slowly start moving again by cleaning the house, taking walks, riding my beach cruiser, grocery shopping and yard work.
- Frank Corrales
I kept very busy because I felt like I was losing my mind. I was crazy with grief. Instead of letting grief take the upper hand, I got active - walking, practicing yoga and hiking. These helped immensely so that I could sleep at night. Grief wears you out, no doubt about that. I made a conscious effort in the first months to eat better, kept moving and stayed in touch with friends and family (even though I really didn't want to do so). You have to fight grief, yet honor it.
- Ann Sechrist
My brother Alan passed away April 13, 2013 at the young age of 26. It has been a devastating time since his passing and I found myself sleeping for 2 weeks straight after he died. I decided I needed to make sure, even if I didn't want to, that I focused my energy on some form of exercise or physical activity to keep my mind going. I've started small with a weekly gym day with my friend for 2 hours and go maybe one or 2 times on my own if I'm feeling up to it. I find having someone with me at the gym gives me a social release and the exercise gives me the physical activity I need to keep me from feeling lethargic and depressed during the day. It's truly helped me survive this grief.
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Almost three years after my mother became a donor, my body and spirit still had not recovered. I hardly recognized the person I had become and knew that a change was in order. Now, 2½ years later, I am 40 lbs lighter, have the energy and strength of a 20 year old and just registered for my first Half Marathon in Philadelphia after two years of many 5k runs. When I am near the end of a long run, I use her memory and support to push me through to the end.
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Music of nature, symphony featured
WHEELING - The Music of Nature: Soundscape Recordings as Art Forms will take place at 7 p.m. today at the Schrader Environmental Education Center, Oglebay Institute.
Presented by nature recordist and photographer Lang Elliot, the presentation will touch on the topic of mixing music with nature sounds.
There will be a collaborative demonstration with a flutist from the Wheeling Symphony Orchestra playing Debussy's "Syrinx" along with a babbling brook and distant wood thrush songs. Elliott is the author of numerous audio guides and books-with-CDs. He also founded www.musicofnature.org, a site dedicated to celebrating the miracle of nature through sound recordings and digital cinematography.
Also at the center will be the Rural Development's Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy program at 2 p.m. Sunday.
Led by Jesse Gandee from the United States Department of Agriculture, the program will discuss the renewable energy program, which is conducted through a partnership between the USDA Rural Development office and West Virginia University's Industries of the Future.
The program allows agricultural producers and for-profit small rural business with fewer than 500 employees in designated areas to apply for the energy audits, which are conducted by West Virginia University free of charge.
Programs are free of charge and sponsored by TraDet Laboratories. For information, call (304) 242-6855.
Adam Carolla coming to Byham
PITTSBURGH - Live Nation welcomes Adam Carolla to the Byham Theatre at 8 p.m. March 31.
Carolla has been playing to sold-out audiences on stages all around the country. The show features Adam performing his trademark comedy bits such as "What Can't Adam Complain About" and "Why I Hate L.A." together with a hilarious presentation featuring pictures and video of all the great stories fans have come to love about Carolla and his buddies growing up in North Hollywood.
Tickets are $30.25, $35.25 and $50.25 and are available at www.LiveNation.com and www.pgharts.org.
Tickets also are available at the Theater Square box office and by calling (412) 456-6666.
'Shall We Dance' playing Byham
PITTSBURGH - Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre unveils the premiere of "Shall We Dance" as part of a Gershwin fantasy on March 17-20 at the Byham Theater.
Choreographed by Viktor Plotnikov, "Shall We Dance" will feature Tony Award nominee Ann Hampton Callaway and her band recreating the unforgettable tunes of George and Ira Gershwin.
PBT continues it long-standing commitment to bring world premiere works by ballet's best and brightest choreographers to Pittsburgh audiences with "Shall We Dance."
This contemporary work recalls the glamour and sophistication of a by-gone era through Gershwin favorites, including "I Got Rhythm," "'S Wonderful," "They Can't Take That Away From Me," "Shall We Dance" and others.
Also to be staged is "Hungry Heart" featuring the songs of Bruce Springsteen, including "Darkness on The Edge of Town," "The River," "Secret Garden," "I Wanna Be With You," "A Good Man Is Hard to Find," "Blood Brothers" and "Dancing in The Dark." Opening Night Pre-Performance Cocktail Hour:
Single tickets for "A Gershwin Fantasy" are $20.75 to $90.75. Call (412) 456-6666 or visit www.pbt.org.
Home and Garden Show planned
WHEELING - The 40th annual Wheeling Home and Garden Show, sponsored by the Wheeling Area Chamber of Commerce has a "Think Green" theme this year, suggesting vendors showcase environmentally friendly products or services they may have available for consumers.
The show takes place from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday; 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday; and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday at WesBanco Arena in downtown Wheeling.
On hand will be numerous displays from venders selling various household and garden products. For information, call Lisa Mullin, at (304) 233-2575.
Center to feature American music
MIDLAND, Pa. - The Lincoln Park Performing Arts Center will feature songs from Great American Songbook during Stardust - Dances From the Great American Songbook, Feb. 25-27 at the center.
Featuring the music of Gershwin, Porter and Berlin along with the the best of Broadway; a patriotic salute to America; and tribute to the legendary Frank Sinatra, the performance will feature captivating choreography and original song arrangements performed by a red-hot jazz ensemble.
Tickets range $12 to $20 and can be purchased by calling (724) 643-9004 and choosing option 2.
Passes available at Brooke Hills
WELLSBURG - For a limited time golf and mini-golf passes are 20 percent off, while pool passes for $10 off for families and $5 off for individuals.
The offer expires March 31. To purchase passes stop by Brooke Hills Park clubhouse
or call (304) 737-1236.
Chrisagis Brothers to perform show
MARTINS FERRY - Christian contemporary artists Brian and Shawn Chrisagis will be performing from 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Feb. 24 at the Holy Grounds Coffee House on Hanover Street in Webster Hall.
This will be the brother's first performance at Holy Grounds Coffee House, and they will be singing songs from their new Grammy-nominated CD "Ransom."
The Chrisagis Brothers will be doing a CD release party in May and working on a tour as well.
They are being distributed by Canadian/American Records and have received raved reviews with this new CD from both the European and the American audiences.
They also will head to Nashville, Tenn., for several bookings and meetings. They are working on a Christmas CD that will be released later in the year and another follow up CD of more contemporary Christian music.
For information, call (740) 859-2344 or go to www.chrisagis.org.
Films celebrate black history
STEUBENVILLE - The Historic Fort Steuben and Labelle Neighbors Who Care are proud to present the 2011 Black History Month Film Festival - Black Contributions to American History, highlighting some of the struggles and achievements of African-Americans in U.S. history, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday at the Historic Fort Steuben, 120 S. Third St.
Events include:
A welcome at 11 a.m.
'For Love of Liberty: The Story of American's Black Patriots,' 11:15 a.m. An inspiring saga of black men and women fighting in America's wars, from the Revolutionary War to present day fighting in the Middle East.
'Ida B. Wells: A Passion for Justice,' 12:15 p.m. A powerful account of Ida B. Wells' brave life and works. Born a slave in Mississippi in 1862, she became a prolific journalist, activist and suffragist who led the nation's first anti-lynching campaign, at 12:15 p.m.
'The Incredible Voyage of Bill Pinkney,' 1:15 p.m. Bill Cosby narrates this adventure story of the first African-American who sailed around the world alone. His voyage lasted 22 month and his ship became a floating classroom for students as they kept in radio contact with Pinkney.
'What Does Trouble Mean: Nate Smith's Revolution,' 2:30 p.m. This 2010 film follows the life journey of an African American laborer and his evolution into a charismatic leader who brought integration of Pittsburgh's construction trade unions in the 1960s.
Commentary and discussion will be led by Rex Crawley, executive producer of the film and assistant dean of communications at Robert Morris University.
'A Great Day in Harlem,' 4 p.m. Around 10 a.m. in mid-August of 1958 an extraordinary group of jazz musicians including Count Basie, Art Farmer, Thelonious Monk, Sonny Rollins and other greats totaling 58 gathered together in New York for a special photo shoot.
Jazz Casuals, 4:30 p.m. This was a 1959 TV series produced and hosted by columnist Ralph Gleason. His love of jazz inspired him to bring jazz into the American home through this series.
The exhibit and film festival are free. However, donations are welcome.
Hope Players stage auditions
HOPEDALE - The Hope Players have scheduled auditions for the classic off-Broadway musical comedy "Nunsense."
Auditions will be held from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday and Feb. 24 at Harrison East Elementary School. The show will be presented on Friday at 7:30 p.m. May 6 and 7 and 2 p.m. May 8 at Harrison East.
Hope Players' executive director Andrew Pelegreen III will direct the production, with musical direction by Judy Kuryn. Pelegreen noted that those auditioning for "Nunsense" should prepare a song that shows their vocal range.
They may bring a pre-recorded accompaniment or sheet music for live accompaniment. Actors also will read selected passages from the script. Also welcome are those interested in working behind the scenes on scenery construction, lights and sound and musicians who'd like to play in the orchestra for the show.
"Nunsense," with book, music and lyrics by Dan Goggin, follows the adventures of the Little Sisters of Hoboken, who have lost many of their members to some bad soup served by the convent cook, Sister Julia, Child of God.
Because the local board of health insists that the deceased sisters, now being preserved in the convent freezer be buried, the remaining sisters decide to put on a show to raise money for their burials.
The all-female cast includes parts for women of varying ages. The youngest, the novice Sister Mary Leo, wants to be the first nun-ballerina. The order is led by Mother Mary Regina, an ex-circus performer who still craves the spotlight. The second in command, Sister Mary Hubert, the mistress of novices, often feels the need to compete with Mother Regina.
The group also includes the street-wise ex-gang member, Sister Robert Anne, and the child-like Sister Amnesia, who cannot remember anything about her past since a crucifix fell on her head.
Pelegreen noted that this is the second time the players have presented "Nunsense."
The show includes such memorable songs as "Nunsense is Habit-Forming," "Turn Up the Spotlight," "Growing Up Catholic" and "Holier than Thou." "Nunsense" has been adapted for television in a production featuring the late Rue McClanahan, and has spawned six sequels and three spin-offs.
Any questions about auditions or the production should be directed to Pelegreen at (740) 937-2629. For information, go to www.hopeplayers.org.
Stewart at Vineyard Cafe, Wheeling
WHEELING - Singer-songwriter R. Scott Stewart, will be the featured performer at the Vineyard Cafe's Up Close in Concert on Tuesday.
Stewart will be performing songs from his soon-to-be released CD "Fire of the Sun," released on Rattlefiddle Productions. Several of Stewart's friends and family who collaborated on the CD are expected to be there. Open microphone begins at 7 p.m. and concludes at 8:30 p.m. with the concert beginning a few minutes after.
Stewart's acoustic rhythm and picture-paint lyrics make for a cohesive vision. His music has broad appeal and includes selections that seem to cross genres from classic rock to folk, Appalachian bluegrass to Caribbean reggae.
Each song is personal.
The Vineyard Cafe is on the lower level of The Vineyard Church at 647 Warden Run Road.
For information, visit www.vineyard-cafe.com.
Festival planned at Memorial Hall
PITTSBURGH - The Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hall and Museum will be hosting its first African-American Heritage Saturday in cooperation with the Henry Highland Garnet Society.
The museum and event will be open free to the public from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. with various programs scheduled throughout the day.
The goal of this event is to educate the public and raise community awareness of regional African American heritage during the Civil War era.
The programs will begin at 10 am with a performance by Soldiers and Sailors 6th Regiment United State Color Troops Drum Corps Youth Re-enactors. African-American boys and girls ages 12-18 can participate in the program.
The students attend weekend meetings at Soldiers and Sailors to learn about the African-Americans in the Civil War, receive military drill training and become skilled at playing the fife and/or drums.
At 11:00 am, the monthly "My Dearest . . ." Thoughts from the Front: Dramatic readings with the theme of African Americans from all eras of history will begin with a historical reading of excerpts from Henry Highland Garnet's speech in response to the Emancipation Proclamation.
The Garnet reading will be done by John Ford, Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hall and Museum historian, and will be followed by additional readings by actors from Theatre Sans Serif.
Ron Gancas, organization president and author of "Fields of Freedom: United States Colored Troops from Southwestern Pennsylvania" will follow at noon with a lecture and book signing. At 1 p.m. the Henry Highland Garnet Society will begin its program which will include opening and closing prayers and lectures by various historians.
Throughout the event, guided tours of the Slave to Soldier Exhibit will be given, to include a look at the unveiling of new materials from the John Ford Collection including a newspaper article from The World New York covering the Emancipation Jubilee and the speech made by Henry Highland Garnet. This historical display, focused on the African American's experience from service to servitude, travels along a timeline from enslavement, abolition, the Underground Railroad and ends with a look at the black soldier and black veteran.
For information, call (412) 621-4235 extension 206 or e-mail firstname.lastname@example.com.