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|Excellent - 995 reviews
With a stay at Hotel Vintage Plaza, a Kimpton Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Portland, steps from O'Bryant Square and minutes from Portland Institute for Contemporary Art. This 4-star hotel is within close proximity of Weather Machine and Pioneer Courthouse. Make yourself at home in one of the 117 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and LCD tele...
Overall Rating - Excellent - 995 reviews
Mediocre 3.0
The Location
First off the room was very very small. For the money I paid I would of preferred more space in my room.The staff was really great until I was checking out. When I was headed up to the front desk I had my credit card and my hotel key. And was going to check out. I handed him both my credit card and room key. Then the hotel employee didn't hand me my credit card back. I go I'm pretty sure I handed you my credit card he continued to tell me 'No' you didn't. So I checked every pocket in my wallet and on me. I couldn't find it. I asked him three times and he said he didn't have my credit card. So I just left because he kept denying having my credit card. So I called later that day, now I am 200 miles away so cant come back to pick up my credit card. I talked to the same person and I go are you sure you didn't put my credit card with the room keys. He's like oh I am sorry I did. Now that I'm 200 miles away I don't have my credit card for t...
Excellent 10.0
Perfect location and the staff was great. Nice rooms, very clean place with a great free wine happy hour.
Small rooms and parking is awful. But that's just Portland, you can always pay some absurd rate for valet I'm sure.
|Good - 1187 reviews
With a stay at Hotel Rose, you'll be centrally located in Portland, steps from Mill Ends Park and minutes from World Trade Center. This hotel is within close proximity of Tom McCall Waterfront Park and Salmon Street Springs. Make yourself at home in one of the 140 air-conditioned rooms featuring iPod docking stations and flat-screen televisions. Your room c...
Overall Rating - Good - 1187 reviews
Excellent 10.0
The staff was friendly and very helpful and I loved the overall feel and atmosphere of the public areas of the hotel. The room was very comfortable and clean. I also loved the free wi-fi and the very reasonable $15/night for covered parking!The hotel is very easy to get to/from, and it is in a great location on the waterfront. It's easy to walk anywhere in the downtown Portland area.
Excellent 10.0
Its was cool, stylish and had a fun, boutiquey feel
No where to get small drug store type items, like ibuprofen.It's awesome, extremely helpful stuff, nice beds, clean rooms, all around great place.
|Excellent - 1026 reviews
Nestled in the heart of downtown Portland, Oregon, this elegant all-suite hotel offers exceptional levels of convenience and service. Built in 1912, the building combines original architecture and features with modern comfort, and is only two blocks from the city's Max Light Railway System Remain productive during your stay at the Embassy Suites Portland - D...
Overall Rating - Excellent - 1026 reviews
Excellent 10.0
Lovely hotel in a great location. Close to the Max. Staff members were very friendly and helpful. The show Grimm was being filmed there during our stay.Read the history book on the lobby table to learn more about the Queen of Multnomah. Great old pictures. Very classy place. Will definitely return.
Good 7.6
Fantastic location in the heart of old town Portland. Two blocks from fantastic public transit system, excellent waterfront park/greenway and the Saturday Market. Hotel has a large and impressive, art-deco (or earlier?) style lobby... and the rooms are furnished in a similar style. Think 1920's.
For a 'suite' hotel, the kitchenette amenities were lacking. There is a mini-fridge, microwave and two-cup coffee maker... which are all great, except there are no dishes, no cups (just paper cups for coffee), no utensils and no toaster. Plates and utensils were brought up to the room upon request, but after deliberately seeking out a 'suite' style hotel with a kitchenette (they are hard to find in Portland), this was disappointing. Also, we were given a room around the corner and behind the elevators. I'd read in other reviews that this could be noisy, so I was a little concerned upon check-in. Ultimately, this didn't bother me too much as I'm from a busy city and used to sleeping with some noise - but be forewarned that if you get one of these rooms anywhere near the elevators, they are noisy and almost sound like a subway car passing along the tracks. Not jarring or rattling sounds, but still a hard-to-miss rolling, whooshing sound every time an elevator car goes up or down past your floor.
|Excellent - 1354 reviews
With a stay at Hotel Modera, you'll be centrally located in Portland, steps from Wells Fargo History Museum and Keller Fountain Park. This 4-star hotel is within close proximity of Keller Auditorium and Saint Michael the Archangel Church. Make yourself at home in one of the 174 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and iPod docking stations. Your roo...
Overall Rating - Excellent - 1354 reviews
Excellent 9.0
The pillows are the worst but plus side everything else was awesome!!
Good 8.0
Staff were friendly and helpful.
Parking was too expensive, room was cramped and small, I prefer a bit more space for that kind of money.It's about 10 blocks from activities at waterfront park, we stayed here to attend the the Oregon brewfest, stocked items in the room were far too expensive as well, we made sure not to use/eat anything. It's just as easy to go to the corner store a few blocks up and buy snacks. Also, go to the bar and get glasses of ice water to take tho your room, unless you don't mind paying a fortune for the convenience of bottled water in the room. OVERALL, very nice experience.
|Excellent - 1262 reviews
With a stay at The Nines, you'll be centrally located in Portland, steps from Pioneer Courthouse Square and Pioneer Courthouse. This 5-star hotel is within close proximity of Animals in Pools Statue and Weather Machine. Make yourself at home in one of the 331 air-conditioned rooms featuring iPod docking stations and minibars. Your room comes with a pillowtop...
Overall Rating - Excellent - 1262 reviews
Good 8.0
Location is the best in the city.
Poor water pressureFabulous location, close to all the wonderful amenities that Portland has to offer. Great roof top restaurant/bar. Beds were very comfortable. Water pressure was not that great but that is really the only complaint I had.
Excellent 10.0
Beautiful interior, large comfortable room, friendly staffWe were on our honeymoon and aside from an initial hiccup with champagne waiting for us in our room (which they graciously corrected gratis!), the overall experience was fantastic! Kudos to the staff who helped to make our honeymoon a happy one.
|Excellent - 1174 reviews
With a stay at The Paramount Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Portland, steps from Simon and Helen Director Park and Shemanski Fountain. This hotel is within close proximity of Multnomah County Central Library and Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall. Make yourself at home in one of the 154 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and MP3 docking stations. Your room...
Overall Rating - Excellent - 1174 reviews
Excellent 10.0
We had a great room with a balcony. Nicely decorated, clean, roomy. Excellent!
The dining room and bar are under renovation. While there are many options close, I was disappointed by this.
Excellent 9.3
Great location. Can't beat it. Quality was great. Staff was great and extremely helpful (except doorman). Would definitely recommend.
Doorman were terrible. Never opened the door once for us. Three of them just stood there and watched my wife and I open the door ourselves. I have no problem opening doors, but whats the point of having three doorman if they don't do anything. Minor detail. Just thought it was funny. Not a hard job.
|Excellent - 665 reviews
Hotel Lucia is a downtown Portland boutique hotel where style, luxury and comfort converge. Situated in the heart of Portland, Oregon, Hotel Lucia is the most artistic hotel in a city famed for pushing the boundaries of creativity and style. Hotel Lucia is home to the world's largest permanent collection of black and white photographs by Pulitzer prize-winni...
Overall Rating - Excellent - 665 reviews
Mediocre 4.0
room is too small to be sold as is in a 4 star rated hotel. king bed is too big for the room and bathroom is a joke.
Excellent 9.0
Location and extremely helpful staffs
Wish there has been another chair in room instead of hassock. No place but bed to relax.All in all, we liked it very much. Art and photographs, of course, a lovely enhancement.
|Excellent - 1025 reviews
Hotel deLuxe, a downtown Portland hotel, is a contemporary tribute to the Golden Era of Hollywood filmmaking that tastefully balances art deco and art moderne styles for a mix of timeless sophistication and serene comfort. Our downtown Portland hotel is close to the Pearl District and Nob Hill shopping and restaurants, and is just steps away from the Max...
Overall Rating - Excellent - 1025 reviews
Good 8.0
Room was very clean!
The room was very small. Location okay but nit ideal.
Excellent 10.0
Very kind staff at the lobby and beautiful hotel.
NothingSo beautiful. and great staffs. Recommend for couple or single.
|Okay - 1371 reviews
Located in Portland (Convention Center - Rose Quarter), Inn At The Convention Center is minutes from Oregon Convention Center and Oregon Convention Center. This hotel is within close proximity of Oregon State Hospital Portland and Moda Center. Make yourself at home in one of the 97 air-conditioned guestrooms. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you...
Overall Rating - Okay - 1371 reviews
Good 8.0
I enjoyed the free parking and the view we had of the city. Good space for the value. Location was great. We could take the train downtown.
The hotel internet was slow in our room. Called the front desk. They said they reset it. But it still was slow.Location of the hotel was great. Little older, but overall clean. The staff at check in was okay. She was some what rude. At check out the guy was nice. Overall, good experience. Enjoyed the free parking and location.
Okay 5.0
The hotel was in a very good location. It was close to the downtown area and to both Children's Hospitals, which is why we made this particular trip.
The room was a bit in disrepair. I had stayed in this hotel 20 years ago and I'm not sure that much has been done to it since then. But for the price, it wasn't bad.
|Excellent - 822 reviews
With a stay at Sentinel, a Provenance Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Portland, steps from First Presbyterian Church of Portland and Portland Institute for Contemporary Art. This 4-star hotel is within close proximity of Multnomah County Central Library and O'Bryant Square. Make yourself at home in one of the 100 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless Inte...
Overall Rating - Excellent - 822 reviews
Good 8.0
Bathrooms were average. Would have expected nicer gor 4 star
Excellent 10.0
Great Location, Service, Amenities. Classic Hotel with lots of charm. The type of place that you never want to leave.
Valet Parking was expensive.I would highly recommend this hotel to others. Its central to everything and the rooms are very comfortable.
|Excellent - 1658 reviews
Hotel Monaco Portland, a Kimpton Hotel is in the heart of Portland, walking distance from Pioneer Courthouse Square and Pioneer Courthouse. This 4-star hotel is within close proximity of Weather Machine and Historic Bishop's House. Make yourself at home in one of the 221 air-conditioned rooms featuring iPod docking stations and flat-screen televisions. Your...
Overall Rating - Excellent - 1658 reviews
Excellent 10.0
The quirky decor and the friendliness of the staff.
Everything was fine. No complaints.
Excellent 10.0
Free loaner bikes, super smart and friendly staff, huge room and public spaces, and they treated our dog like royalty!
No!This was the best hotel I have ever stayed at in my entire life (and I travel a lot!)
|Excellent - 2112 reviews
Winner of 2013 President's Award and 2013 Renovation Award. Located 2.5 miles from Portland International Airport, the Radisson Hotel Portland Airport is minutes from the airport, and miles from what you'd expect. Nestled between a golf course and lake, the Radisson features oversized guestrooms with microwaves, refrigerators, and a warm residential feel
Overall Rating - Excellent - 2112 reviews
Excellent 8.6
The staff was very welcoming friendly and helpful. We got a suite that was very roomy and comfortable.
The internet had a very poor signal. The AC unit was old and very loud.
Excellent 10.0
The staff was very friendly & extremely helpful. The airport shuttle was quite convenient. It was also set up very well for travelers - there was a TV monitor with flights listed in the lobby. Also a computer room where you could print boarding passes.
The springs on the mattress were not quite right. It seemed like it was starting to break down a little. But this was a minor inconvenience next to all the positive qualities.Everything was quite pleasing. The staff took their jobs seriously and addressed any & all concerns. It was a sanctuary in the middle of a stressful trip.
|Good - 2748 reviews
Welcome to the Ramada Portland Airport conveniently located next to Portland International Airport and surrounded by Portlands business district. Whether you come to Portland for business or pleasure, the Ramada Portland Airport is the perfect place for you. Five golf courses, Portland Downtown, and Vancouver Washington within minutes of the hotel offer a...
Overall Rating - Good - 2748 reviews
Excellent 8.6
everything for the money paid
Good 8.0
The pool was great. The rooms were very open and nice. Beds very comfortable and sheets clean. Bathroom had marble countertops and the best part was the airport shuttle that ran every twenty minutes. Shuttle operator was very kind and hospitable
Smelled slightly of cigarette snack.Great for a stay if you are catching a flight at the airport
|Excellent - 2055 reviews
With a stay at The Benson Hotel, A Coast Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Portland, steps from Life Size Elephant Statue and Brody Theater. This 4-star hotel is within close proximity of O'Bryant Square and Portland Institute for Contemporary Art. Make yourself at home in one of the 287 air-conditioned rooms featuring iPod docking stations and LCD tele...
Overall Rating - Excellent - 2055 reviews
Okay 6.0
The lobby
The internet was the worst!!!!! I had to go to the neighbor hotel to work from there... really bad
Excellent 10.0
The location, and the bed.
The hotel rooms could be updated a little bit.It is a beautiful hotel! I would definitely stay there again.
|Excellent - 995 reviews
With a stay at River's Edge Hotel & Spa in Portland, you'll be on a river and convenient to Portland Aerial Tram and Portlandia. This 4-star hotel is within close proximity of Portland VA Medical Center and Lair Hill Park. Make yourself at home in one of the 99 air-conditioned rooms featuring iPod docking stations. Complimentary wired and wireless Internet a...
Overall Rating - Excellent - 995 reviews
Good 8.0
The staff was so accommodating and helpful. The opportunity to borrow bikes was very fun. The 2 king beds were a treat and the sheets were so soft.
It was a little bit off the beaten path.


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By Jim Wallace - bio | email ALBANY, GA (WALB) -The number of people being scammed on classified ad web sites like Craigslist or E-Bay has grown so dramatically the FBI has posted a crime warning about these web sites.
With the housing collapse, more people are renting, and the FBI says many are falling victim to scams on Craigslist type sites. They are offering unbelievably low rates for houses in nice areas, or vacation rentals or timeshares. Scammers from out of the country take your down payment and then there is no rental property.
The Dougherty County Sheriff's Office says these Internet scams are the fastest growing crime in South Georgia, and the crooks are more sophisticated than ever.
Dougherty Co. Sheriff's Office Captain Craig Dodd said "They are more organized, especially on the Internet. There are thousands of scams on the Internet. Most of them lead back to Middle Eastern countries or former Eastern Bloc countries of the Soviet Union."
Captain Dodd says only do business on the Internet with reputable companies that you know, and just like your Mother told you, if someone is offering you something for nothing, it's probably a scam.
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Quick Overview
This commercial-grade Baratza Vario Burr Grinder with Upgraded H2 Display features an advanced panel display, 54mm ceramic flat burrs, a throughput of 1.6-2.2 grams per second and an innovative macro/micro grind adjustment with 230 settings. The Vario and the Vario-W are virtually identical in design and capabilities: small footprint, macro/micro adjustment, 54mm ceramic burrs and a broad range of grinds.
Features & Functionality of the Baratza Vario Burr Grinder
- 54mm Ceramic Flat Burrs: These burrs stay sharper longer. Ceramic has a longer life than steel burrs and helps to keep the coffee cool by limiting the amount of heat transferred from the burrs to the grinds.
- Grind on Demand with Electronic Dosing: Grinds only the coffee required for each shot. Eliminates the risk of stale ground coffee common in mechanical dosing units.
- Programming: Features three, user-programmable grind weight buttons.
- Innovative Dual Cam Grind Adjustment: The right-hand lever lets you choose what type of grind. The lever on the left lets you fine tune the grind within the range selected. More than 230 grind settings available.
- Super Quiet: Powerful motor turns slowly resulting in cool, quiet operation and permits extended grinding time. The circuitry is equipped with an automatic reset thermal switch.
- PortaHolder: Universally adjustable brackets for any portafilter. Allows for hands-free operation.
|Ease of Care and Maintenance
|Ease of Use
|Overall Value for the Money
|How Does it Compare?
|The Vario Burr Grinder uses a timing system to grind while the Vario W Burr Grinder weighs the ground coffee while grinding, then stops automatically when it reaches your desired weight.
|Tips and Tricks
|Remember to have the grinder running when you change the grind settings.
|Suitable Applications
|Coffee Press, Drip Coffee, Espresso, Fine Drip / Pour Over
|Minimum Time to Grind Double Shot
|11 seconds
|Model Number
|5.5 inches
|5.0 inches
|14.0 inches with hopper | 9.5 inches without hopper
|Product Weight (lbs.)
|RPM of Burrs
|Case Material
|NSF Certified
|Bean Hopper Capacity
|8 oz
|Dosing Options
|Programmable Dosing Functionality
|Adjustment Configuration
|Stepped - Macro and Micro Settings
|Grinder Style
|Burr - Flat Ceramic
|Burr Diameter
Submit a question directly to owners of this product and ask what they think about it!
We try to avoid excessively oily beans, and shy away from very dark roasts, which tend to be bitter to our taste. We've had no problems for three years, but we just acquired the second Rocky last month. Mar 6, 2014
The Vario, when it works, has much, much better grind control than Rocky. However, I have literally been through **5** machines at this point (just over 1 year). I've found them to be stunningly unreliable. I've had replacements-of-replacements-of-replacements to the point where it is completely laughable. I'm on a first name basis with Baratza's tech support team now. The first unit ground 1 shot and died. Second one was DOA (didn't even spin). Third lasted 10 months and then went *poof* with a pop and a sizzle. 4th one arrived filthy (theoretically a refurb) and with levers that kept falling during the grind (another common problem with this model). My 5th has been running for about 2 months now without any problems. So far.
The programmed grind time is nice, but I also experience the wild "spray" out of the chute, particularly with dark roasts (Peets roasts in particular). It makes an epic mess every single morning, but the grind is good, so we wipe it's a$$ every morning.
So, as much as it pains me to say it, for real espresso grind control you need the Vario.
However, what the world really needs is a _Rocky_ with finer grind settings. If I could buy that, I'd gleefully set the Vario out on the train tracks and cackle as it gets run over.
Buy the Vario, but, good luck. You will need it. Mar 7, 2014
I have a Baratza Vario for over a year. On an average day, I brew one pot (8 cups) of drip coffee and 2 or 3 shots of espresso. So far I am quite satisfied with it. I do not know anything about the Rancilio. But I can offer my experience with the Baratza:
1, The Baratza come with two holders, a container for the coffee ground and a portafiller holder. At first I hesitate about such design. I thought that a permanent portafiller holder would be more sturdy and convenient. After owning it for a year, I think it is an advantage for grinding coffee for drip coffee. Changing from one to the other is very easy. Both fit the slot quite well. Of course, there is no spill for the enclosed holder, and there is always a little bit for all portafiller holders.
2. There are two sets of adjustment for the grinding levels, enough for any coffee beans I have tried so far. And there are 3 settings that you can set automatically. I use one for espresso and one for drip coffee.
3. I have not been diligent cleaning the burr. In fact, I have never cleaned it. So far, it still works fine.
All in all, I am happy with the grinder so far.
All Mar 6, 2014
- the dials move while it grinds. I had to stick tape just below both dials (the fineness dials) to keep them in place...don't know if this is a defect or common thing that happens. To me that's totally unacceptable but whateve
- the plastic part that moves up and down where you can sit your portafilter on broke. I'm not rough with this machine. The plastic simply cracked on its own. Again unacceptable IMO
otherwise I still like it enough to prefer it even if I see its end of life. Mar 6, 2014
They are both fab grinders. I use my Vario with my Moccamaster and the coffee is amazing, though I sometimes wish I could set the grind a little more coarse.
Bottom line: dark roasted, oily beans demand the Vario. Medium or lighter roasts: not my preference, but the Rocky might be a more versatile choice. Mar 7, 2014
The Vario produces a better espresso grind, but changing from espresso to drip wastes a ton of coffee. It isn't practical for anything other than a dedicated grinder. Mar 9, 2014
Ease of use and durability are as important as the accuracy of grind I would say. You should be able to get all 3 in a good burr grinder. Mar 6, 2014
Good luck with your purchase.
Elizabeth Mar 6, 2014
What setting do you recommend for Silvia espresso grind? Mar 13, 2014
Thanks to all for the great tips! I learned a few things in here for sure. Jan 13, 2014
If you are getting a lot of spillover into your portafilter, I would suggest decreasing the time for grinding. If you are using a coarser grind, you may find you have to pack more ground beans into the filter and hence the spillover. Try a finer grind, which will also pack finer and give you a better shot. I ran a cafe for 5 years and had to learn all this by experience. Something I also do, is give the portafilter a few shakes while its grinding, so that the grind doesn't spillover.
Hope that helps. Nov 27, 2013
I'd rather not remove the hook; I have a nice routine now and am hard at working during that 11 to 13 second grind time :) Nov 27, 2013
Perhaps console yourself with looking at the coffee "debris" around the grinder in your favorite coffee shop. Nov 27, 2013
I'll give that a go then call the Baraza people if it doesn't help. Nov 27, 2013
.in a web review of this product from another online vendor, the reviewers say that for each notch you move
up or down on right (macro adjustments), it is an entire movement of up.down on the left (micro adjustments)
...just thought i'd share...this came from review in detail of machine and its creator.
cheers Aug 3, 2013
I was requested to give input here, and am obliging. I'm sorry not to be able to say more. Aug 5, 2013
I have a Baratza Vario Grinder and on both sides of the machine, coarse on the right and fine on the left, are a series of notches which the sliding stop moves up or down to adjust the coffee grinding. Once you get the right. coarse side set to a good grind, you can adjust the left side/fine to get just the right coarseness or fineness to pull perfect shots. I do find that I have to adjust the fine setting depending upon the beans I am using, how I roasted them and the weather, especially humidity in the air.
There is quite a bit of adjustment on the grinder. I am sure you'll be more than happy with the machine. I used to run a commercial coffee bar establishment, so it works for me just fine at home. Aug 5, 2013
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Warranty Information for the Baratza Vario Burr Grinder
|What it Covers:
|1 Year
|Who Supports the Warranty:
|Warranty Contact Information:
|Baratza has excellent troubleshooting resources on their website. If you're experiencing an issue with your grinder, definitely look here first.
|Eligible for SCG Extended Warranty?
|Can SCG Repair?
|Yes. Read more about our out-of-warranty repair services.
Caring for the Baratza Vario Burr Grinder
Clean burrs on a weekly to bi-weekly basis either with a cleaning brush or a burr grinder-specific cleaning product such as Grindz.
Remove and hand wash the bean hopper and lid with warm water and soap as needed.
User Manuals for your Baratza Vario Burr Grinder
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Yes!Review by Coop53
Quality Price Value
I do pour overs and this is Great! I am very happy with it and the quality of the grin find get every time. I weigh my beans and them grind them. This is a quality grinder and I would highly recommend it to others for pour over coffee. I use the ceramic burrs and have found the grind setting I use to be prefect for pour over. It is not cheap and is an investment in your kitchen. Well worth it.
(Posted on 6/29/14)
Mine Stopped Working After 30 DaysReview by Jed
Price Value Quality
Mine worked great for about 30 days, then all of a sudden it just stopped and now all it does is just buzz. I am very disappointed I had high hopes for this grinder, it cost more than your average grinder and I expected it to last. I was unable to dissemble the burr grinder, not even with a pair of pliers. I tried to call the manufacture and I got a recorded message and something that directed me to look at their web-site. Just like everything else that is made these days, it isn't made to last.
(Posted on 3/29/14)
Good value, delivers the results I was looking forReview by Allen D
Quality Price Value
After purchasing my Brevelle BES840XL a couple years ago, I finally got around to dealing with the 'grinder issue.' Kicking myself now for waiting so long. Having gone through innumerable cans of pre-ground espresso (Mostly Lavazza) and attempting to get the grind right at the grocery store premium coffee aisles, I threw in the towel. After sorting through myriad reviews and videos on every grinder priced between $250 and $1,000 I settled on the Baratza Vario. I'm totally satisfied I made the right choice. I'll never use more that a fraction of the 240 or so grind settings but I really appreciated being able to fine tune around the setting that I've now locked in on (M2). The adjustable timer feature is a huge convenience. I've got it set to provide just the right amount of grounds for my morning double shot with little waste. I get consistent great cremas with moderate tamping and a 25 second pull. The porta filter holder is my choice for daily use but it's handy to have the bin attachment should I ever use the Vario for drip grind for my coffee pot. Other reviews have mentioned the matter of errant coffee dust. Recognizing this is inherent with most any grinder I find the Vario tosses out remarkable little dust and the cleanup is quick and easy. My only complaint is that the porta filter holder (though billed as fully adjustable) does not really fit my Brevelle's 53mm size. It seems this could have been engineered better - the arms are flimsy and the polished stainless allows the porta filter with its polished chrome to slide around unpredictably if not held in place.
Overall, this is an excellent grinder priced at a very good value.
(Posted on 2/9/14)
Excellent valueReview by SpencerM
Price Value Quality
It's heavy, durable, and easy to use. Though time based dosing isn't the most accurate, you can set your times down to a 10th of a second. This allows a greater degree of accuracy, and is probably good enough for the home user. I recalibrate the dose time with each new bag of coffee using a small kitchen scale. I'm very happy with the purchase, and I think this grinder is a perfect companion to my Breville BES900XL.
(Posted on 12/6/13)
Easy to use and a very solid productReview by Rico
Price Value Quality
Easy to assemble (I'm generally useless at assembling). The product delivers consistently good results.
A good buy!!
(Posted on 11/28/13)
Easy to useReview by Good1shot
Value Quality Price
I'm new to espresso drinks I found out that, I need for a good grinder. Thanks for SCG videos from Galye and Kat I got a great one. this Vario grinder is easy to use, small fit on my small kitchen counter. I finally got a good espresso shot. One small problem I don't like when using it to dose into Portafilter very messy bits of coffee all over the counter. So what did was I cut the bottom of a rice cooker measuring cup and put it right on the the Portafilter. Perfect fit no more coffee all over, maybe just a little. Now my wife is asking me if I see her rice measuring cup. Of course you what I said "no I did not use it last" LOL. THANKS FOR YOUR VIDEOS I HAVE LEARN HOW TO MAKE GREAT CUP OF LATTE. ALOHA.
(Posted on 11/9/13)
Like itReview by BW
Price Value Quality
Had a doser, didn't like it...too big, too noisy, too much mess, too much handle flipping. The Vario is none of those. Compact, quite, less mess (you're always going to have a little...it's a coffee grinder after all). Grind directly into the portafilter...great! Good grind consistency ...I'm at setting 2-K right now. Almost infinite settings. Easy to program. Auto shut off. Ceramic burrs a plus I think. Spend a lot more if you like...but why?
(Posted on 9/27/13)
Great grinder!Review by Daniele
Price Value Quality
Took a few tries to figure out the right grind setting for my espresso machine, but once I did, this grinder has helped me make great shots! Very pleased with this grinder as my upgrade. The timer feature in a convenient touch. Recommended for the price point.
(Posted on 9/21/13)
Not good quality controlReview by Geo
Price Value Quality
Right out of the box plug it in, counters work as described, only problem is grinder does not work Manual, three grind settings; Nothing. I would have thought for the $400 price tag they would of at least turned it on and checked for function.
Going to return and try a different brand.
(Posted on 8/5/13)
Awesome GrinderReview by Aaron
Price Value Quality
Great build quality and great consistent grind quality!
(Posted on 4/11/13)
Nice grinderReview by Andy
Quality Price Value
My first burr grinder. Very consistent grind, lots of settings, pretty quiet, grounds have some static in them but that is reduced a lot by stirring with a fork, who knew? Been using about a month now and I am happy with the purchase.
(Posted on 4/8/13)
GreatReview by Dan
Quality Price Value
I've been using this grinder daily for over a year and a half now. This thing is great, no complaints. It's always consistent and quiet with very low mess, unless your using very oily beans.
(Posted on 3/5/13)
IN LOVEReview by Aya
Quality Price Value
It was hard for me to buckle down and purchase a grinder so expensive compared to what I've had in the past, but boy was it worth it! SO many settings, each being 100% consitant in texture and grind-size.
(Posted on 2/22/13)
Great grinder!Review by David
Price Value Quality
Great build quality, quiet and consistent grinds. I am making nice shots with plenty of room to move either way on grind size. Wish it was a little less messy and expensive, but that's just way it goes with this stuff.
(Posted on 12/11/12)
Not as good as everyone makes it out to beReview by Will
Price Value Quality
It is a decent grinder and the main positives are that it is small and easy to fill your basket with grinds while not wasting much coffee. I'm not too impressed with the grinds, my folks old beat to hell mazzer seems to make more flavorful coffee out of my olympia machine. Every once in a while I will accidentally swipe the grind adjusters. My biggest complaint is the lag time for the grinder to actually change its grind settings, it can take a few baskets worth of coffee till it fully adjusts to where you moved the dials. Also every once in a while without making any adjustments the grinder will start grinding finer for no reason resulting in waste. Overall I would say this grinder is good if space is a concern otherwise go with a mazzer or something else.
(Posted on 12/4/12)
All around---EXCELLENT!Review by Ryan
Price Value Quality
So far, this grinder has been nothing short of perfect. I have had the grinder for just over 2 months. Using it almost everyday. I am very glad I spent the money. I was on the fence for quite awhile. I have used the grinder mainly for espresso/lattes, and have used both very fresh whole beans to approx. 1.5 month old (stored in Air Escape container), and with the variable settings, even on the older beans, I am still able to get what I would classify as drinkable product. Much more so than what you get at the coffee chain locations. I am using my long standing Silvia V2, but now am looking to upgrade my machine. Dual Boiler or HX will be my next thing to conquer.
(Posted on 11/14/12)
Just RightReview by Joe
Price Value Quality
The Vario is perfect for what I need. It's exactly what I wanted. Just keep a record of the settings when you get what you want. Do it for every time you make a change, for a different brand of beans, for a different roast, for a different style of grind, a different quantity or weight. Keep written records and it will pay off. There are lots of variables in what I may be looking for at a particular time, and the grinder has the range to do whatever I want. It adjusts from a very coarse press to nearly a Turkish "powder." The best at oily beans I've ever seen. Very quiet for what it does.
(Posted on 9/27/12)
Great ProductReview by Matt
Value Quality Price
So far does everything advertised and more. Incredilby quiet and consistant grind. The container seals perfectly and we are no longer making a mess in the morning.
(Posted on 9/11/12)
Great grinder...Review by Fab
Quality Value Price
This is the best grinder I have had. I love the fact that settings are repeatable.
(Posted on 4/6/12)
Great: Baratza Virtuoso Burr GrinderReview by Cello Coffee Guy
Quality Value Price
I use the Baratza Virtuoso Burr Grinder daily. I didn't think there would be a difference in the taste of the coffee, but using this type of burr grinder has delivered a great experience! The coffee has a much smoother richer taste. My thoughts are why do I need to buy coffee at a coffee shop, when I can make it at home. The taste is the same, or even better. This was a good purchase.
Easy To Use, Sleek look, Easy To Clean, Great size
None at this time
(Posted on 1/10/12)
Good grinder, poor controlsReview by danway
Quality Value Price
Overall I think this grinder is very good and at a great price. It's very consistent and is easy to clean. There is one problem that I have encountered. The rubber sliders that you adjust the settings with will move on you. If you dial in a grind that works for you then I would suggest making a note of it because eventually it will move. During several grinding sessions I actually saw the slider on the left move down a couple of notches, and if you have to clean or move the grinder they will move. I wish you could lock the settings. I am pleased but it's a little frustrating when your running low on coffee and have to dial the grinder in again!
Easy To Use, Easy To Clean
(Posted on 1/7/12)
Love this grinder!Review by Barista Boy
Quality Value Price
This a great grinder. It is easy to use and produces a wonderful, consistent grind. The one thing it could use is an easy way to change beans as it has no shut off for the hopper. So, if you like to use a lot of different coffees, you my find this inconvenient. Other than that, I would highly recommend this item.
Easy To Use, Quiet, Commercial Grade
No shut off for hopper
(Posted on 12/30/11)
I LOVE THIS GRINDER!!Review by Christina
Quality Value Price
I watched the you tube comparison video and saw all the pluses about the virtuoso. I am very happy I chose this model.
Easy To Use, Great Taste, Easy To Clean
(Posted on 12/15/11)
nice!Review by jay
Quality Value Price
i bought this so i could grind for my press pot and the occasional drip. it's my first "real" grinder-- all the others i've had are the $20 mill style ones. if i wanted to make french press, i'd have to get my beans ground at a coffee shop, which is great for a few days, but they'd loose their freshness pretty fast. otherwise it would be grinding with the cheap mill for drip. it was never that great, which is probably why i rarely made coffee at home. anyhow, i've made many cups of press pot and drip coffee and i'm totally stoked by how awesome it tastes. this grinder is really easy to use and clean. the only SLIGHT negative side is that there can be a bit of static build up that can make things a little messy, but it's really a super minor thing. i'm happy about this purchase.
Easy To Use, Easy To Clean
(Posted on 12/15/11)
First Grinder I've OwnedReview by Jodi
Quality Value Price
Great grinder except the knob keeps falling off . . .
Easy To Use
(Posted on 12/14/11)
Great Grinder - Great ValueReview by Mike
Quality Value Price
Replaced Capresso Infinity and this is a much better grinder. Grind is more consistent and basket holds more grounds. More mess with the Capresso. The only draw back was the initial settings would not ground the coffee fine enough for my Saeco Aroma. Help was easy to find from SCG, videos, and Baratza web site. Once the setting was adjusted everything is running great. This is a great grinder for the price.
Static free container, Smooth even Grind
Settings needed adjusting
(Posted on 10/10/11)
exactly what i neededReview by Q
Quality Value Price
I was looking for a grinder to give me a consistent coarse to medium grind for my press pot and d.i.y. cold brew coffee. I am upgrading from your $20 blade grinder which was not a good at all. I plan to use it also for pour over and chemex in the near future. I am not sure of the consistence for a more fine grind for espresso, but I do recommend this for press pots, drip, and pour over. It is very sturdy built grinder and I like that I get very minimal static from the collection box. I also like the pulse feature. I am very happy with this product[...]
Great Taste, Easy To Use, Consistent Grind, Commercial Grade, Easy To Clean
(Posted on 8/23/11)
Consistently perfect grindReview by R Klumph
Quality Value Price
Consistently perfect grind with very minimal heating. The level of control over grind type is exceptional. Very quiet operation. Three minor things would make it unbeatable.
1. Ability to lock down the grind settings so they can't get bumped off.
2. Set markers for different grinds/beans.
3. Display was back-lit.
Definitely recommended.
(Posted on 7/7/11)
What a Difference!Review by D&L Coffee Lovers
Quality Value Price
After using the Baratza Virtuoso Burr Grinder everyday since receiving it, we have gone from casual coffee drinkers to every morning coffee drinkers. We use a french press and could not be more satisfied. We ordered whole coffeebeans online which are fresh, unlike the beans one buys at a grocery store. We are in coffee heaven. After watching your grinder tests, we knew what we needed. We would buy this unit again. Thank You. Dean and Linda
Easy To Use, Commercial Grade, Easy To Clean
(Posted on 6/23/11)
Top of the line home use grinderReview by mellene
Quality Value Price
Initially I had a tough time getting the hopper to seat on the grinder base but once I did so everything worked perfectly. I think the ultra bright blue lights are a bit much but I put the grinder back to sleep after using it so I don't have to see those blue lights. I upgraded from a previous lower model Baratza.
Easy To Use, Great Taste
(Posted on 5/29/11)
Best I've Ever UsedReview by Chuck
Quality Value Price
I got this to replace a grinder unit I got for christmas a year ago. This is hands down the best Ive ever used.
It makes little or no mess. The grind is amazingly consistant. It's quiter than most, and very easy to use. And the way it's built it looks like I'll never have to buy another.
I'm very happy with my purchase.
Very consistant grind, No mess, Easy To Use, Easy To Clean, Quite, No hopper clogs, Easy grind adjustments
None at this time
(Posted on 5/27/11)
Exactly what I was looking for!Review by thecgrinder
Quality Value Price
I had the capresso infinity stainless steel model and the virtuoso is way better. The big difference between the two is that virtuoso is much easier to clean and it doesn't leave a bunch of coffee in the grinder to deal with after each grind. The grind is also pretty fine. I have the via venezia with the pressurized portafilter and pulled my best shot on it with this grinder on the first try. I've also gone too fine with it on 10 to almost choke it. I'm going to step up to the non-pressurized portafilter at some point when I get some cash saved up. We will see if I can get a fine enough grind out of the machine at that point. I suspect I can based on what I've seen so far.
Is there a way to tell what setting my grinder is on out of the box without opening it up? I'm curious to know if it will go even finer if I fine tune it.
(Posted on 4/3/11)
I love this grinder!Review by Pasquale
Quality Value Price
I use this daily for espresso and regular coffee. This is the first burr grinder I've owned, and what a difference in taste! I can't believe I went this long without one. It's easy to switch between regular and espresso grind. I get a perfect shot of espresso every time. It took me a couple of tries to get the setting right, but now that I know what it is, it's extremely consistent. The build quality is on the higher end of many of the units I've looked at. This thing is built like a tank! I would definitely buy this again.
Easy To Use, Great Taste, Commercial Grade, Easy To Clean
(Posted on 2/21/11)
Baratza Virtuoso Burr GrinderReview by stachu
Quality Value Price
Coffee dust is at a minimum.
Timer setting is not long enough.
Great Taste, Easy To Use
(Posted on 2/19/11)
Happy with this grinderReview by Marissia
Quality Value Price
Wish they did not cost so much
Great Taste, Good design, Easy To Use, Good size, Easy To Clean, Commercial Grade
Expensive, A little messy
(Posted on 1/27/11)
Good BuyReview by Eric G
Quality Value Price
This is my first burr grinder, but it has surpassed my expectations after almost a month of non-stop usage. I use this for both espresso and French press, and the grind is consistent, there's virtually no static issues with the basket, and it's quiet as can be. Two thumbs up.
Great Taste, Quiet, Easy To Use
(Posted on 12/31/10)
A Great GrinderReview by Molly
Quality Value Price
Well worth the money. We waited too long to get a good grinder, and if I could do anything different it would be to invest in this grinder as soon as we purchased the espresso maker. The hopper is nicely designed, the blades are perfect and the grind is exceedingly consistent. Fits nicely on the kitchen counter.
Great Taste, Commercial Grade, Easy To Use
(Posted on 12/29/10)
Surpassed my expectationsReview by Barb
Quality Value Price
I just switched from a cheap Capresso burr grinder to this model. The difference is night and day. This machine is remarkably heavy and solidly built. The anti-static cup for the grounds REALLY works. The coffee falls neatly to the bottom without sticking to the sides and flying out every where when you take it out. It is much quieter and the grounds are more uniformly ground. The grind selection process has a precise, smooth feel to it. I love this grinder and it is worth the investment.
Anti-static grounds cup, Commercial Grade, Quiet
(Posted on 11/24/10)
Versatile and ProfecientReview by Perfection seeker
Quality Value Price
It does not grind as coarse for french press as my Breville. It's too soon, 3 weeks, to know if it is important.
Very easy to use and lots of control.
Quiet for a grinder. Timer and manual-very nice.
Easy To Use, Commercial Grade
(Posted on 11/10/10)
Improvement over RockyReview by Allan
Quality Value Price
The Baratza Vario is easy to use and definitely produces much better coffee crema than my old Rancilio Rocky (using a Silvia espresso machine). On the downside the portafilter holder is a bit flimsy. Watch out for the small screw that holds the portfilter stand to the base. It's easy to lose it when you are unpacking the Vario. The grinder does spray some coffee past the portafilter and you do need to frequently clean the portafilter holder, but it can be removed and easily washed.
Easy To Use, Easy To Clean, Great Taste
(Posted on 11/9/10)
I couldn't be happier with this grinder.Review by DRC
Quality Value Price
I bought the Baratza Virtuoso based on the video reviews Seattle Coffee Gear posted; I found them very helpful figuring out what was important to me in a grinder. The Virtuoso has surpassed my every expectation: it's quieter than my old blade grinder, the consistency and control of the grind is spot on, it's easy to switch settings instantly for my Aerobie press, drip maker, or french press, and there is absolutely none of the static mess I always associated with burr grinders at home. I've recommended this grinder to all my coffee loving friends.
Easy To Use, Easy To Clean
(Posted on 10/29/10)
A major step up for usReview by Larry
Quality Value Price
We can get the exact grind size we want with the dual grind levers and it does not change. The consistency throughout a grind batch is wonderful. We also greatly enjoy being able to grind directly into our espresso filter baskets.
Easy To Use, High grind consistency, Commercial Grade, Easy To Clean
(Posted on 10/1/10)
This grinder rocks!Review by jnetti
Quality Value Price
I did lots of research before buying both my espresso maker and grinder.
It is very true what is said about having a good grinder!!!!!! I had a great espresso machine, but so-so grinder. And thus so-so espresso.
This grinder changed it all. HUGE difference.
Moral of the story-- do not scrimp on the grinder!!!!
Great Taste, Easy To Use, Small footprint, Commercial Grade
None yet
(Posted on 9/27/10)
I'd Purchase AgainReview by Otis
Quality Value Price
Works very well
Quiet, Easy To Use, Great Taste
(Posted on 9/22/10)
Great grinderReview by GMAN
Quality Value Price
I have a Rancilio Silvia and thought I needed a higher-end grinder to get a grind. My espressos are coming out perfect.The Virtuoso is an excellent grinder.
Easy To Use
(Posted on 8/21/10)
Killer grinderReview by BitHead
Quality Value Price
Grinding for espresso is rough on a grinder. I killed a Breville Ikon after 6 months grinding for a Rancillio Ms. Silvia. If you are grinding for espresso and you have good machine do yourself a favor and look at this grinder.
Easy To Use, Commercial Grade
(Posted on 8/18/10)
ExcellentReview by James
Quality Value Price
Although it's a hundred bucks more than the Rocky, the Vario really wins hands down. Interestingly enough, there are reports maintaining that the Vario can really compete with the likes of Mazzers. I think they're undervalued a bit.
If I never drank drip coffee, I would have purchased a Mazzer Mini; but I do, so the Vario is the perfect machine for me.
Bottomline: If you want a superb grinder for espresso, you ought to consider the Vario. If you want a superb grinder for both espresso and drip coffee, don't hesitate and buy the Vario.
I forgot to mention: this machine doesn't weigh that much and doesn't take up much space, and this is a huge benefit.
The only downside concerns personal preference - I think the Mazzers and Macaps (and even the Rocky) look better.
Easy To Use, Great Taste, Commercial Grade, Easy To Clean
(Posted on 8/10/10)
Good ChoiceReview by Anon
Quality Value Price
The Best feature is it's anti-static quality--no more coffee grounds all over the countertop! In addition, the grounds bin is very easy to get in and out of the machine and the consistency of the grind is very good.
Easy To Use, Easy To Clean
(Posted on 8/3/10)
A Rocket that RocksReview by skytrav
Quality Value Price
I am a daily user, although still a bit new to the world of making my own daily espresso's- what a treat. We have been making French Press for a number of years and have honed our skills and tastes in that realm. This one has been fun and easy to undertake so far. The Cellini may seem a little daunting at first, but it really does make the job fun, easy and attractive!
Easy To Use, Quick Brewing, Large Water Container, Great Taste, Easy To Clean, Commercial Grade
(Posted on 8/2/10)
Happy with the Vario after a little helpReview by larrysb
Quality Value Price
Had problems getting a good grind for french press at first. It seemed to produce a lot of fines, resulting in a muddy cup and a clogged press. Had great support from the company and reset the calibration adjustments with good results. Now I get good grinds for press-pot without a lot of fines. For espresso, this grinder is SPECTACULAR. It delivers extremely consistent results in my Anita. The portafilter holder and bin work great. Grinds are fluffy and low in static charges. I don't really use the presets as I switch frequently between decaf and regular espresso, so I just weigh what I need and grind it.
Perfect espresso grinding, Consistent grinding, Good for press and drip
(Posted on 6/8/10)
Does a good job, easy to use, consistentReview by MTB Java
Quality Value Price
Bought this as part of an "upgrade" for our Seaco Aroma along the way to conversion to non-pressurized handle.
This machine produces nice consistent grind. There have been complaints about the timer handle dropping off. Yes it happens from time to time but you just need to make sure if is pressed on completely with each use. No big deal. I would like to see a more accurate timer but not an easy thing to do with a rotary timer. For accurate timed grind, use botton on the front. For convenience, use the timer.
One negative, I had to remove and clean the burr wheel when we received it. It was not machined very well, metal edges and flakes were present. I worked on the rough flaked edges to prevent possible metal filings from getting into the grind. I am kind of particular about things so most likely, others would not have noticed or would notice.
All in all, very happy with the grinder. Great part of the "upgrade" package.
A little on that. Converting to the non-pressurized handle is great. Takes a little while to get used to it. You don't get as much crema but you do get much more flavor punch. After a while of non-pressurized dialing in and use, we did a blind taste test. The stock pressurized handle produces amazing looking shots (much more crema compared to non-pressurized) but the taste is lacking the punch. Converting to non-pressuzized is the way to go!!!
Great Taste, Easy To Use
Needed work
(Posted on 5/21/10)
Great GroundsReview by raceingreen
Quality Value Price
Give the grinder a workout every morning and some afternoons. Its quiet plus has a great range of settings. Unfortunately the four feet pads are not long enough to clear the diameter of the power cord, so it rocks arround a but. They need to either put taller feet or smaller diameter power cord on this machine.
Easy To Use
(Posted on 5/21/10)
Very Good Multi-use GrinderReview by Ben
Quality Value Price
I purchased this grinder both for everyday use (press pot and drip grind) as well as for temporary duty as an espresso grinder while waiting for a more elaborate grinder to arrive.
Baratza has made great strides with this range of grinders compared with the earlier models. The Virtuoso impresses you right out of the box with its generous size and weight. It is sturdy and stable enough so that there is no walking around on the counter while in use. Also, the new anti-static coating on the grounds bin really works, completely eliminating the feared ground coffee cloud that accompanies emptying bins from lesser grinders.
The grind range does easily encompass everything from french press to espresso. Regarding the latter, you could get away with using this grinder for espresso all the time, but it arguably does not offer the ultimate in fine-tuning that the semi-commercial grinders (Mazzer, Macap, etc.) do. See the SCG YouTube videos for more on that.
Finally, I needed a grinder that could handle the dark, oily beans that I generally use, and this one works like a champ. There is ample power to avoid clogging the burrs, and the short, straight-drop chute eliminates the problem that some more expensive grinders have with oily beans.
Highly recommended.
Easy To Use, Easy To Clean
(Posted on 3/31/10)
Great GrinderReview by Frank P.
Quality Value Price
This grinder really does all that it says. You can really "dial in" the grind to exactly the one you want. It makes great espresso grind.
Commercial Grade
(Posted on 3/22/10)
Great Product After TweakingReview by CoffeeKid
Quality Value Price
Surprisingly heavy construction with solid small parts (i.e. - timing knob). Grinds very consistently with good beans. Like with other sub $500 conical burr grinders, cheap beans (read: Starbucks) can jam the burrs, but there is no issue with quality and fresh roasts. However, the product comes preset from the factory to cover a certain range of grinding sizes and mine needed to be adjusted to cover a coarser range (I use it for both espresso and french press). Doing so requires taking the machine's casing off and resetting a calibration screw (instructions online), but it was not that big of an ordeal. Now, the machine easily covers the range from espresso to french press. I am thoroughly happy with the product and I would purchase it again.
Heavy Construction, Commercial Grade
(Posted on 3/21/10)
Coffee lovers take note - great value!Review by Mile High Coffee Drinkers
Quality Value Price
Investigated numerous burr grinders and ultimately decided on the Baratza Virtuoso as the best value. Very pleased with our decision. The unit is easy to use and the noise level is not really noticeable. Grind settings are approximate (as others have noted) and you need to adjust to find the correct grind for your espresso machine, drip pot, etc. Can't comment on durability as this is a recent purchase.
Easy To Use
(Posted on 3/20/10)
Best grinder dollar for dollar out thereReview by carlos
Quality Value Price
Much quieter than the Le'Lit it replaced. The hook on the portafilter holder is too high and doesn't hold my e-61 portafilter even, so you always have to hold it. Small potatoes, though. This is truly a great grinder and worth every penny.
Easy To Use, Commercial Grade, Comparatively Quiet
(Posted on 3/19/10)
A great grinderReview by oceanconcepts
Quality Value Price
Recommendations are that the grinder is possibly the most important part of an espresso setup. Our experience bears this out. We got the Vario before our new Expresso machine came in, and used it with our extremely geriatric older machine. The difference with the new grinder was incredible. It's easy to use, and does not throw grounds over the counter.
Easy To Use
(Posted on 3/19/10)


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In my last post I offered my analysis of Governor Snyder's budget proposal. Let's take a closer look at what it means strictly to the Grosse Pointe Public School System.
I've reminded my readers many, many times that nothing has as great an effect on our local budget than Lansing's decisions. A high level reminder of the key ideas:
The state sets our operating revenue on a per pupil basis, called the Foundation Allowance. Snyder's budget reduces that amount by $470 per pupil, the highest such reduction ever – by a lot. That's roughly a 5% cut in itself.
Our second largest expense (behind salaries) is retirement costs, also set by Lansing. This current proposal would deliver an 18% plus increase to a $11.6 million expense from 2010-11 to 2011-12.
I could go on for a while, but here's the bottom line. When your top line revenue gets cut 5% and your second largest expense increases 18% it amounts to the most adverse year over year change in Proposal A's history. The net effect is that the $1.9 million structural surplus brought about by the teacher retirement incentive we agreed to last year is wiped out and we now project a budget shortfall of $6.2 million for the 2011-12 school year.
An 8% or so shortfall will be commonplace for Michigan's 550+ public school districts who this spring will resort to the same tactics they've used for the last several years; higher class sizes, school closings, reduced programs, higher athletic fees, outsourcing, and tense contract negotiations. They'll do this while howling about Snyder's budget – but plenty of angry constituencies sing in that choir (seniors with newly taxed pensions, low income families losing their tax credits, other tax credit industries, and on, and on and on.)
Grosse Pointe will be an exception based on the contracts we reached with our employees last spring. The driver behind the contracts was precisely what we see Snyder doing – the unexpected. This is the problem with K-12 funding. Forget the politics and fairness and all that stuff. 85% of all school district budgets are used to compensate employees directly (salaries) or indirectly (health care, retirement, etc.). These contracts extend years, but from year to year we never know what Lansing will do to our largest revenue source and our second largest expense. This is a bad combination.
In Grosse Pointe our contracts establish total compensation in a way that scales to changes in Foundation Allowance, health care and retirement costs. We agreed that General Fund equity must always be returned to 10% should it ever fall below that amount. Here's how it works in a nutshell.
Each bargaining unit's total compensation represent a proportion of our total budget. If Fund Equity ever falls below 10%, each contract has a formula to follow to set the new compensation levels. Here are the steps:
- We calculate the total dollar amount required to return General Fund equity to 10% of total General Fund expenditures.
- Every bargaining unit must reduce their total compensation (which is the aggregate of all their member's total compensation) by the amount of their portion of the district's total General Fund expenditure.
- This proportion (a percentage) is multiplied by the amount of the total required to return fund equity to the 10% level.
- The bargaining unit then decides how it wants to deliver the offset, which could be changes in health care, changes in salary, or other changes to offset the cost for which they are responsible.
- The remaining amount to get to 10% not covered by the 85% going to contracts would need to be found in other areas.
In our current budget model for 2011-12, we project that at the end of the year our General Fund equity will be below 10% by $904,237. Fund Equity would drop from just over 17% to just over 9%.
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In this example, it works out to about a 1% reduction in total compensation per employee. Having done some analysis, the rule of thumb is that for every $1 million required to return fund equity to 10% our employees would have to take roughly a 1% reduction in total compensation.
As mentioned above, that reduction may take different forms, and I think this is where the contract really gets interesting. Instead of taking a straight direct compensation pay cut, the teachers could choose to alter their health care plan to something less expensive – or to increase their contribution. Doing so would be better for their retirement compensation than decreasing salary. It would make no difference to the district's overall budget.
Employees might look at doing something more creative in their work rules. An example for teachers might be sick days. As it stands now, sick days are unlimited for tenured teachers which brings with it some hefty substitute teacher costs. If they weren't unlimited, substitute teacher costs might be reduced substantially. I'm sure there are other examples as well.
Another interesting development to monitor, back to Snyder's proposal, also relates to employee health care contributions. In his 2012-13 budget he's proposed $300 million to incentivize districts to increase employee health care contributions to 20%. Not many are doing that. Even if half of all school districts did, this could conceivably equate to a boon of $375 per pupil, or over $3 million to our district. I've already inquired to get more details on this provision.
In the broad strokes, this is why our contract is so visionary. It aligns the financial motives of the Board, the taxpayers, and all employees. Sure, no one can be truly happy at the prospect of our employees taking home less money, particularly since locally we can't increase our tax revenue. But this self-correcting model makes far more sense than closing schools, or reducing programs, or raising class sizes.
None of the above actions treat the root cause of the problem, but that's what we were doing before and what most every other school district in this state will do this year. We don't have to because our employees have already agreed to share this sacrifice, one of the tag lines to Snyder's budget. Indeed we've said the same locally as well.
In return we will maintain most, if not all, the jobs of all of our employees. Class sizes would not increase. Participation fees would not increase. Program options would not be reduced. Jobs would not be outsourced.
If and when Snyder's new tax structure starts to create jobs which would mean income and use taxes would begin to increase, our employees stand to benefit from that via the same formula. We're now all in the same boat, each with an oar in the water, pulling in the same direction. It didn't use to be that way.
As for our current budget cycle, I want us to be prudent and austere, but I do think to leverage our innovative contracts to their greatest extent that we should rely primarily on fund equity to bridge the projected shortfall. If things stay this (bad) way, then employee compensation would have to adjust at some point anyways. If this is how it will be, let's begin the begin.


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Fun With A New Tablet: Galaxy Tab 2 7" Impressions
I've played with many Android tablets of friends, family and store displays along with their iPads and a Surface RT. I always assumed that I'd end up with a Galaxy Note 10.1 or a Nexus 7 3G (or a Razer Edge if I ever become rich). Instead, I recently jumped on the chance to buy a refurbished Galaxy Tab 2 7" for $150 at Microcenter a little over a week ago and have not been disappointed.
According to benchmarks it's supposed to be like a juiced up Galaxy Nexus. According to reviews and forums, Android on a 7" tablet is supposed to feel like using a giant phone. I have felt that sensation in some tablets but I don't feel that with the Galaxy Tab. The resolution is the lowest that I've ever had to deal with in a tablet but the experience doesn't suffer much because of it. It's very easy to read on this screen and games look great. The operating system has been very responsive and I've just finished customizing the tablet to be exactly how I want it.
It came with Ice Cream Sandwich but had an update for Jellybean waiting to be downloaded. I waited two days to do so just to see if I would be too annoyed with what I had, I wasn't. Still, I upgraded just so that I could use the most recent software and I wish that I hadn't. I'm not experiencing performance issues but Samsung decided to screw around with the user interface. It feels like I'm using Gnome 2 on a tablet which isn't pleasing at all. I was fairly fond of the flipped Windows Explorer interface of ICS. You also lose the screenshot button, at least Power + Volume Down work.
Unless an app completely takes over the entire screen you will lose screen space on both the top and the bottom. They shrunk the settings button and have effectively made the notification bar feel like it was designed for a phone. That is only one of two horrible parts of the interface now. There is a mini-apps bar at the bottom of the screen that can be quickly accessed by tapping a little arrow in the lower right-hand corner of the screen.
It sucks.
Only the following Samsung applications can be added to the mini-apps bar: Alarm, Calculator, Calendar, Email, Music Player, Task Manager and World Clock. I would have preferred it to just list most popular apps for me to place anything that I would want here. You can't remove it, it's a waste of space. Outside of these user interface changes it's an otherwise great tablet.
I was able to configure the device to use just a single page that I've littered with a few widgets and a ton of labeled folders. I've rebooted just to see how long it would it take it pretty much loads up as quickly as it would when there was nothing on the screen. Everything is immediately accessible and it connects to the web by the time I open a web browser. The connectivity on this device is wonderful.
I love it.
My desktop pc has a pci-x card with mimo (2x antennas) and it picks up a great signal despite being close to the floor and mostly immobile but the driver for my card sucks and I'm knocked offline randomly (I chose a cheap brand, it usually happens as I'm getting ready to log off so I don't bother with replacing it) . My tablet runs circles around it. It gets better data speeds on the wlan than my phones, laptops and any desktop in the house. It connects quickly and will work very well in areas where it shows that it has low signal strength. I tested this out with a few phone calls made using Groove IP. My calls didn't drop, latency didn't pick up, this tablet is a brilliant beast. I normally have a hard time of doing anything via wifi or 3g in the basement but the Tab 2 just doesn't seem to care where I'm at in the house or around it.
Call quality has been great both ends. I have no idea where the mic is hidden but my voice supposedly comes through just as great as any phone that I've owned. The person I'm talking through comes out of the speakers of course. I haven't paired my headset with it (just thought of doing so while typing this) but I'm sure that it will work fairly well too. I'm not an audiophile but music sounds great coming from the speakers of the Tab 2. I tested streaming via Google Music and the on screen interface for tablets is mostly fine (I think the skip-forward button partly overlays with another one).
I play and sync music locally with Winamp Pro. The interface works well on the tablet but the syncing leaves a bit to be desired. When I plug the tablet into my pc both the internal storage the SD card are recognized and I'm able to configure each one separately. That's great. I configured wifi sync but Winamp Pro desktop can only recognize the tiny, 8 GB internal memory portion of the tablet. I don't know if it's Winamp's fault or Samsung/Google's fault but I can't sync songs and data over wifi for music stored on my SD card. I also bought Doubletwist a while back but stopped using it since I don't like the desktop app.
I want to blame Samsung since I can't install anything to the SD card. I would have preferred to keep all of my music stored internally and all of the apps on the sd card but I manage with the current setup well. I got to install and use the usual suspects without any issues concerning space or interface and am content for now. The backside camera leaves a lot to be desired since there isn't any focus available for shots, the front facing one would probably be good enough for hangouts on g+.
The IR Blaster is a big question mark for me since I'm not able to get the Peel Smart Remote app to recognize my tv. It only has one code for it and I'm not sure that tech support will be able to help me. I've contacted them and their response this morning was to clear application cache and try to connect to the tv again. That failed miserably, it also sucks to be treated like an idiot when contacting support. I'm pretty sure my cheap Curtis TV that I use just isn't in their database. There's not much more to say about the core experience here, I'll just quickly comment on a few apps before finishing up on my experience with this tablet so far.
Opera Mobile: Great for web browsing, it adapts to tablets very nicely. It moved the tabs bar to the top of the screen and renders every page without any issue. I actually prefer to browse on my tablet instead of my pc when I don't need to type lengthy things like this ridiculously long post here.
Google Reader: Its' interface works, I can quickly flip between articles in my feeds and read them. I use the widget on my home page to cycle through items I haven't read yet like a news ticker. I wish that it could be configured to look like the notification bar but to appear on the bottom as it cycles through stories.
Pokedroid: It's badly outdated since it doesn't have the latest games inside of it but it's still pretty dang useful. The app hasn't been updated since the author was served a cease and desist notice but it runs well. The entries are a bit too small for my liking since it hasn't been optimized for tablets but it looks and works a lot better than the official twitter app.
Google Talk/Voice: Talk is excellent in portrait mode but landscape leaves a lot to be desired since the line-breaks in messages happen to early for my tastes when reading. Voice lets me text quickly and easily, I can make phone calls via using Groove IP. If this tablet had 3G capabilities I would replace my phone with it. Yes, I'm one of those crazy people that want a tablet sized phone.
Google Now: The best part of Jellybean, it works fairly well but could stand to allow for more configuration options with meetings and other things. I was happy to see that i could change my main mode of transportation to transit but it doesn't provide cards and alerts in times to make trips in a timely manner. It keeps trying to suggest places for me to visit or go to along with directions and I still don't understand why it's picking these extremely random places. I configured it to try to find places but I thought it would know me well after having nearly a decade of data to go through.
DeuterIDE: Love it, frigging awesome ide. I used to use it on a phone (Photon 4G) but using it on the tablet is much more useful. It's easier to see what I'm doing and to edit code.
Autodesk Sketchbook Mobile: I bought this and have never bothered to use it much. The interface works well for this tablet but my precision is off. I did buy a capacitive stylus to use but it's just nowhere near as good as it would be with a stylus and tab combo that uses a digitizer. It's not this apps fault, it's really mine for cheaping out. It's as fluid and intuitive to use on the Tab 2 with a capacitive stylus as it could possibly be, I'm just a bad artist without any talent that can help me to make the most of my tools.
Slide IT: Great stock keyboard replacement, I use it on every Android device. The size of the keyboard can be changed along with the keyboard layout. There are plenty of skins available for it and it's a pretty good Swype replacement for gesture based typing. The only poor point is the default dictionary and the dialogue box in landscape mode. This changes form app to app so I want to believe that it's the actual apps themselves instead of Slide IT but the apps completely disappear from view while typing in portrait mode sometimes due to the type box taking up the entire portion of the screen that the keyboard doesn't cover.
Wii Scale: Works perfectly well, allows me to use the Balance Board to weigh myself. Results are very accurate and presented well. The app itself isn't particularly optimized for tablets or phones, it just exists as a quick to use utility works well. The balance board is much more accurate than the cheaper scale I have and the tab 2 allows me to see results using it while not in the same room as my tv.
Games: I play games on Android a lot now. I didn't bother with them much on a phone despite donating to most of the Humble Bundles and buying games. Using a tablet makes gameplay on Android a much more palatable option, I'm happy with it. It started with me playing solitaire but quickly escalated to me trying out Canabalt and Avadon (which should really be updated, it still has a pc interface for a tablet game). I'll update and go into more detail once I finally connect a controller or play more games for more than a few hours. I've also installed Dosbox Turbo, I'll probably add more info about that later this week or next week for getting Dosbox games from Gog.com to work on Android (it requires quite a bit of work, but Sim City 2000 and Alpha Centauri on the go will not be passed up).
The only other thing to go on about now are accessories and a few of the "little" things. As mentioned earlier I bought a capacitive stylus, it's an Emerge Retrak stylus that I bought from Microcenter. The tip is retractable like the ballpoint of some pens. It looks cagey or a bit like soft, steel wool but it obviously isn't abrasive. It's definitely less accurate than the Boxwave capacitive styli that I bought from Amazon last year. It needs more force to be applied to it than I am comfortable giving it. I probably should have just ordered another Boxwave or tried one of the other brands from the article the Verge put up last year.
I also bought a bluetooth keyboard case. I originally searched for a less goofy looking one that could recharge my tablet while it was connected via the port on the bottom of the tablet but failed. The case itself is actually sturdy and much less goofy looking in person. The keyboard portion is meh since it uses fiber mesh fabric (I'm not a fan of this type). It works, it obviously isn't going to win any medals but it could be useful in a pinch. I don't like how the tablet switches to the stock keyboard whenever I connect it since it doesn't switch back to Slide IT when I'm done with it. The case does keep the tablet safe in my coat pocket which is what I really needed it for. I just decided to get one with a keyboard because it may really be useful someday. Maybe.
I don't like how the charging/data port are proprietary but it works. It's not moreso for charging reasons but for connectivity. I don't often connect flash drives and external drives to my phone or other devices but I like to have that option. I completely discarded this option since the tablet was good enough for the price and mostly fit the wants/needs I have. Sure, I would have loved to receive a Note 10.1 or something else but it's not $350 more of awesomeness. I made a trade-off now that overall I am happy with but I do expect to upgrade to a meatier offering much later this year or next year.
There are plenty of tablets that are cheaper or within range that wouldn't offer me much more utility than what I have now. The Nexus 7 has a better cpu and gpu but I'm not doing much requires those things to be beefy. The screen has a higher resolution but I'm able to read text very well with what I have now and the screen is responsive. The sound quality is good, picture quality is good, the camera's are forgettable but are useful (got to quickly snap a picture of a car for sale that I may follow up on later), the os is mostly great with two mostly ignorable stains and experience is just fine.I would recommend this tablet to anyone whose needs it would fit.
One more note, there are plenty of roms available for this tablet but based upon the XDA forums they don't have complete usability. Whether its' a drivers issue or something else, I'm no longer willing to switch to roms on my tablets or phones that offer me a poorer experience than stock. The roms have some interesting features and offer a better experience in some areas of tablet life but I don't want to give up the stability and any feature that I currently use which is pretty much all of them. I would have posted screenshots and picture samples but I'm currently at work, I can't get that data into a post here from the work pc and there's no usable wifi here.


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Russell, you son of thousand shemale, you've become one of the c0r's most maligned members. It's suddenly so cool to talk shit on you that we must surely be approaching the 'backlash to the shit talking' part of the cycle by now. You're so hated that even newer members that nobody knows a fuckin' thing about are starting to go out of their way to respond to your posts!
Sometimes, it seems like this guy actually hates you:
Oh, and she definitely hates you:
but it's okay because she hates everbody.
And let's not forget the one time this guy kinda made you his bitch:
quote:Originally posted by epicaricacy
Depression is a cruel whore, i'm taking her with me....she can't hurt me where i am going.
I was always afraid of the pain, of what would happen, such a chicken shit not realizing.
The pain is temporary and will be gone, and when it is nothing will be left.
No more having to live like this, being scared is no use...the fear won't last either...nothing just nothingness.
Sweet nothingness with no more pain.
At this point, you're probably at least partly to blame. Still, 'you see this? All this shit. It's not your fault.'
Anyway, this thread is to wish you a HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!! Some of us in the c0r, myself included, still appreciate the shit you contribute around here and believe that one day you might again be as funny as you used to be. Enjoy your day, don't do too much jenkem, etc etc etc.
Also, maybe wiener will post some suggestive pictures in here on this wonderful day
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seriously, fuck off.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY SRUSSELL! I hope it's full of Sander Van Doorn tracks!
Every damn day.
Happy birthday, mate
> S u s h i p u n k . P h o t o g r a p h y <
Every time I see your name I keep thinking of Philip Seymour Hoffman. Damn you. And happy birthday.
Happy Birthday! May your next year be full of conquests and acquisitions.
Nothing to see here
Yo, happy birthday.
You just think, "What a bum rap for a nice, sensitive guy like me"
A girl doesn't get killed by a make believe lover.
Su gimtadieniu!
That's an old pic, which I'm pretty sure I deleted quite soon after I initially posted it. I always find it really fuckin' creepy that people save other people's pics. Ugh.
Congratulations, Jenny!
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That's an old pic, which I'm pretty sure I deleted quite soon after I initially posted it. I always find it really fuckin' creepy that people save other people's pics. Ugh.
step 1: www.google.com
step 2: click 'images'
step 3: search "tranceaddict jennypie"
step 4: find photograph
nice of you to wish russell a happy birthday, though!
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Thr 202 History of Styles
HISTORY OF STYLES – Fall 2013
Theatre 202 - 001
Tues/Thurs: 11:30am – 1:00pm
Room: ACW-18
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Office hours: M/W 11:30am – 12:30pm, Tues: 8:00am – 9:00am, or by appointment
Web based movies with images related to lecture material will be made available to the students through the D2L website.
Course Description:
The History of Styles course will explore the clothing, furniture, décor and architecture of cultures from Ancient Egypt to 20th Century America. Why did certain styles in fashion and architecture develop? How did the cultural practices of the people in the country affect these decisions? Do class structure, and politics have an impact on style trends? We will set out to explore the cultural differences and similarities of style, while also looking at the reasoning behind the evolving periods of style.
Based on goals established by the Theatre Program, the goals of this course, for the student, are: 1.To have a broad knowledge of the process of theatrical production; 2.To develop a comprehensive understanding of the history of the theatre; 3.To make effective use of the research tools available to the theatre artist, critic and historian; 4 To develop a commitment to the pursuit of artistic excellence and integrity.
The goals listed above will be achieved through the following objectives of this course. The objectives are: to provide a basic knowledge of architecture, décor and fashion trends in the major historical periods of Western drama, and to equip the student with the research tools available for use in theatre design. The student must demonstrate a proficiency of knowledge in the historical periods, the research and documentation process and their application to design in order to pass the class. The information will be presented in lectures and demonstrations. The student's knowledge will be tested through exams and projects.
Value of a Liberal Education: Liberal Education is an approach to learning that empowers individuals and prepares them to deal with complexity, diversity, and change. It provides students with broad knowledge of the wider world (e.g. science, culture, and society) as well as in depth study in a specific area of interest. A liberal education helps students develop a sense of social responsibility, as well as strong and transferable intellectual and practical skills such as communication, analytical and problem-solving skills, and a demonstrated ability to apply knowledge and skills in real world settings (AAC&U; http://www.aacu.org/leap/what_is_liberal_education.cfm)
Theatre is a collaborative creative process requiring a broad knowledge of the human condition to be successful. The importance of theatre in society is well documented, and understanding the role it plays in society contributes to the development of a well-rounded citizen. Theatre, as with all areas of the Liberal Arts, is most effectively employed when it is built on a broad base of knowledge.
This course has been structured as a "Blender course". Each week there will be at least one
in-class meeting of the group, to provide background, and information regarding the time period being discussed that week. On alternate days, the students will use the class period to create a research journal using web sites provided in the class material.
Exams: There will be three comprehensive exams divided as follows:
Exam 1: Classical Period to Early Renaissance,
Exam 2: Late Renaissance to 18th Century,
Exam 3: 19th Century to 20th Century.
Note: All exams will be given during the allotted class times.
There will be nine quizzes related to the class material covered in the class. These quizzes will be taken on- line through D2L during a prearranged time slot.
Projects: There will be three research projects in this class. See description below.
PROJECT 1: Research Morgue – Due dates are listed in the class schedule
The student will create a research document for each time period covered in the syllabus. The research in this morgue must be different from the material already included in the Web-based movies provided by the instructors. A list of web sites is included for each time period to aid the student in this research.
The research document will be submitted for each time period in a specific drop box on the D2L web site. There is only one submission allowed per time period, for a student. The images of the research must be in a digital format, and the file needs to be saved as a .docx file. Please remember that the file should be complete when you submit in the drop box.
The following is required for each of the eight time periods covered:
A: Architecture or Furniture: One image of primary research with a notation of the artist, year of work and the name of the museum. Additionally, the student must write a short essay on the significance of the artwork, as it relates to the time period and style of architecture/furniture.
B: Clothing/Fashion: One image of primary research with a notation of the artist, year of work and the name of the museum. Additionally, the student must write a short essay on the significance of the artwork, as it relates to the time period and style of clothing.
PROJECT 2: Shakespeare: Romeo and Juliet – Presentation Date: October 29th, 2013
The student will read the play and write a script analysis to be used in the design choices.
The student will choose a time period in which to set the play for the purpose of research. The student may choose a time period between the Classical Period and 1940.
Based on the time period chosen, the student will create a class presentation of the material required which includes a concept statement that supports the decision of the time period chosen.
A: Scenic: Choose one interior scene. Research must include: a doorway, a window and furniture. For each image the student must notate the images as to: the source of the image, and what scenic element is indicated by the image.
B: Costume: Choose 4 characters: 2 male and 2 female. Research must include costume, accessories and hairstyles. For each image, the student must notate the images as to: the source of the image, and what character would be wearing the costume/accessory indicated by the image.
The presentation of this project must be formatted into a PowerPoint presentation, and submitted into a drop box on the D2L website by 8pm on October 28th. The PowerPoint must include the concept statement, primary research, annotated research, and include a bibliography of web sites used. Please remember that the file should be complete when you submit in the drop box.
PROJECT 3: 20th Century Design - Presentation Date: December 3rd, 2013
Choose a significant fashion designer, architect, style or movement in the twentieth century, and research the impact it had on design/style in the 20th Century.
Write a four-page paper summarizing the significant design details of the movement in architecture, furniture and/or clothing, and include visual references as well as a bibliography of source material. The visual images must be indicated by a Figure # and be referenced within the text of the paper.
A short presentation will be given in class on the due date.
The visual images must be in a digital format, and the paper needs to be saved in a .docx format, and deposited in the D2L dropbox by 11:30am on December 3rd. Please remember that the file should be complete when you submit in the drop box. This file will be shared with the class on D2L.
The visual images along with an abbreviated text that will be used for the class presentation should be in a Powerpoint file and placed in the D2L dropbox by 8pm on December 2nd, 2013.
Consistent attendance at all lectures is critical to the students understanding of the material. If a student is going to be absent for a lecture, they need to contact the professors in advance of the class. The student is also responsible for getting the lecture material that was covered. In general, two unexcused absences will not affect the grade, however unexcused absences in excess of two will decrease your overall grade by two points for each absence thereafter. Because it is important to keep up with the time schedule allotted, no late projects will be accepted.
Grades will be weighted as follows:
15% Exam 1
15% Exam 2
15% Final Exam
10% Quizzes
15% Project 1: Research Morgue
15% Project 2: Romeo and Juliet
15% Project 3: 20th C Design
Grading Scale:
F Below 60
I Classical:
Egyptian 4000BC – 30 BC
Greek 600 BC – 100 BC
Roman 753 BC – 330 AD
II Medieval:
Byzantine 395 – 1453 AD
Romanesque 900 – 1150 AD
Early Gothic 1150 – 1350 AD
Late Gothic 1350 – 1450 AD
III Renaissance (Early):
Italian 1450 – 1550 AD
French 1497 – 1559 AD
Spanish 1470 – 1550 AD
IV Renaissance (Late/English):
Tudor 1485 – 1558 AD
Elizabethan 1558 – 1603 AD
Jacobean 1603 – 1625 AD
V 17th Century:
Cavalier 1625 – 1660 AD
Restoration 1660 – 1715 AD
VI 18th Century:
Early Georgian 1715 – 1750 AD
Late Georgian 1750 – 1790 AD
VII 19th Century: Early
Directoire/ Regency 1790 – 1815 AD
Romantic 1815 – 1840 AD
VIII 19th Century: Late
Victorian 1840 – 1901 AD
Crinoline 1840 – 1865 AD
Bustle 1865 – 1890 AD
Fin de Sicle' 1890 – 1901 AD
IX 20th Century: Dates Significant events
1901 – 1910 Edwardian
1911 – 1919 World War I
1920 - 1929 Roaring 20's/Prohibition
1930 – 1939 Depression/World War II
1940 – 1949 World War II / Post War
1950 – 1959 Eisenhouer/ Korean War/ Television
1960 – 1969 Kennedy/Vietnam/Hippie Culture
1970 – 1979 Vietnam/Watergate/Yuppies
1980 – 1989 Reagan/Bush
1990 – 2000 Bush/ Clinton/ Desert Storm
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With a heavy heart, Sheila told 8News she's sorry for the families of those killed and believes 100 percent that Monday's shooting could have been prevented.
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"There are literally millions of people in this country with PTSD--six percent of the country," Meyer said. "But they aren't threats; they aren't a danger."
"Frank is really stressed out about this," Sheila told 8News. "It's affecting our work, our lifestyle, we are positive we live a good life, and we don't want to be distracted with this situation that's going on."
Sheila told 8News she and Calderon want to move on, pleading for peace.
"We are feeling the negative vibes and affecting our mental status it's affecting our heads- trying to go to work, trying to work out, trying to eat good," Shelia said. "So please let us try to regain our life again."
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