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The Chocolate Room: Transcendent
The Chocolate Room is an incredible chocolate-centered dessert cafe which serves cakes, cookies, ice cream, shakes, hot chocolate, and the like in a sleek if somewhat cramped Cobble Hill space (this is their second location; their first is in Park Slope). We started with a Valrhona chocolat sorbet, which was soft, served just at the right temperature, and had beautiful floral chocolate notes.
I tasted a small, thick, round, soft chocolate walnut cookie, which was moist and tasty. For a main course, we had a brownie sundae, probably the best of its type I have ever had. The brownie, which was warm and light, seemed an ethereal expression of chocolate that melded perfectly with the denser hot fudge beneath it, the cool refreshing vanilla ice cream above it, and the crowning, luscious whipped cream and chocolate shavings on top. All five layers together were a transporting sonata, a meditation on chocolate, cream, eggs, texture, and temperature that was transcendent.
That finished up the "meal," but there is so much more I want to try there. Perhaps the hot chocolate made with Guittard and bourbon vanilla, or the milkshakes, or the tantalizing-looking chocolate cake. But I am without a doubt that this place rocks.
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I am a big fan of the Chocolate Room (the Park Slope original.)
I adore the Brownie Sundae and think the Valrhona sorbet is amazing. However, I once tried the milk shake and found it to be extremely disappointing. It was very thin and overly milky. A rare negative for one of my favorite places to indulge.
We had them make 200 or so brownies as favors for our wedding. They were very accommodating, gave us a fair price, and the brownies stayed moist and fresh in the wrapping for days!
I've somehow never been able to get past my love for their chocolate pudding to order anything else. But I tried my daughter's brownie and it was pretty fabulous. I'm pretty thrilled that I don't have to shlep to the Slope anymore, as the new location is much closer. Although perhaps getting some exercise before and after indulging wasn't such a bad thing!
We stopped in for an excellent banana milkshake to go, and picked a handful of chocolates too. Everything was delicious. I'm so glad we suddenly have so many cute options in the area for dessert after dinner (when you include One Girl, Blue Marble, etc).
I went here for the first time last night and have to say for the money was less than enthused. The service was slow, it seemed like they had one poor waitress working the whole joint by herself. The brownie sundae that was supposedly to die for didn't do much for me and my gf, I think this had more to do with the ice cream though. The special sandwhiches were alright, I got a peanut butter cookie and banana rum ice cream in the middle. Again the ice cream was lacking in flavor, the idea sounded great. I actually had to ask for some hot fudge to dip it in to make it taste better.
For the $40 (without alcohol) I would've rather tacked half of that onto my dinner check and had the same quality dessert or maybe even better. As far as atmosphere, it's pretty cozy, you're sitting shoulder to shoulder with others, it could be a romantic place for ending a date, we got some chocolates to take home and they were good, but pricey. It seems like a place to go for some chocolates and wine which I think is the main point that gets confused with about average desserts.
Also, we didn't order alcohol but 2 cappuccinos and a hot chocolate and it took forever to get all of them, if you're going to have us wait 30 min for our dessert at least give us our drinks timely... didn't get them until literally right before our desserts. Maybe we hit it on a bad night, maybe a waitress called in sick, I'll try it again but stick towards wine and chocolates.
re: mfsot
I'm more inclined to agree with you than the other posters.
I stopped by The Chocolate Room after Lucali a few weeks ago. The staff was really, really nice -- including the owner. The service was lovely, though we were sitting right up front at the bar.
But the food? The food was kind of... uninteresting. Maybe I just have more of a sweet tooth than most but the 2 desserts we ordered, plus the hot fudge they let me sample, plus the "amuse" they gave us when we came in -- not a single one of them really did it for me.
I'll have to try it again though -- lots of other rave about it.
re: Peter
The mint chocolate ice cream at Chocolate Room is down right transcendent. If that was the only thing they sold I'd consider the place worthy of visiting, that is how much I love the stuff. It tastes like pure frozen mint (akin to eating a frozen mojito) with shards of excellent dark chocolate.
I've never even been a fan of mint chocolate ice cream prior........
Other than that, I've only had ice cream shakes and chocolates. And always to go. But everything has always been great....the food, the staff, etc.
I will throw in my hat as a big fan of the Chocolate Room. Honestly though, I've had trouble getting past the chocolate sorbet. If you are a dark chocolate person, it's really the best option out there-tastes just like a melted, cool bar of high quality dark.
It's actually getting to a point of obsession-the Chocolate Room is so close to home, and on a hot summer day...
i did however manage to try the chocolate chip cookies as well and found them also very, very good. I'm a bit of a chocolate fiend, and this is probably the best addition to the neighborhood in a long time.
re: healaeats
We've only tried a box of assorted chocolates so far. They were great; a very interesting and delicious variety.
By comparison, has anyone tried the new extension of Sweet Melissa's (I forget the name) with icecream and the like?
re: Matt M.
Chocolate Room ice cream is MUCH better with higher quality ingredients and made fresh than the Sweet Melissa stuff. The main issue with CR ice cream is that the texture is a bit too icy and not creamy enough.
Neither holds a candle to Blue Marble.
re: Nehna
That mint ice cream at CR is the best of the flavors they make. It tastes like the pure essence of a fresh mint leaf and is *really* refreshing, but I just can't get past the lack of creaminess.
I haven't tried any minty flavors at Blue Marble, but the blackberry is probably the best ice cream I've ever had anywhere.
I'm considering ordering a chocolate cake from The Chocolate Room for a party. I have no doubt the cake itself would be fabulous. I'm just wondering if anyone has any experience with them service-wise. It's for a special event and the cake would have to be delivered to DUMBO. I'm also considering Almondine, but my guess is that it'll be much pricier and might be too fancy for my purposes. I'm not looking for a ganache-type cake, but a more traditional chocolate layer cake with chocolate frosting. Any thoughts?
re: bklynite
Three thoughts:
1. When I was there, while I didn't love the food (see above) I did chat with the owner and she seems very earnest and very eager to do things properly. Maybe ask for her when you call so you can create a bit of a rapport with her?
2. Maybe your party prep won't allow for it, but maybe you can walk up there and then take a cab back with the cake? Cabs are plentiful just 1 block away on Clinton Street. (I promise you won't wait more than 90 seconds for a cab.)
3. As an alternative to The Chocolate Room might you consider the salted caramel chocolate cake from Baked? You can get it from Baked down in Red Hook or save yourself the trip and see if you can get it from Tazza on Clark between Henry and Hicks (they have whole cakes from Baked to sell by the slice -- I'm sure they'd sell the whole cake if it's arranged in advance.)
Good luck with your event!
sorry, i live a block away and probably go about once a month, really, it's not all that. they seem to do well because there's not much competition for dessert places in the area.
i enjoy the brownie sundae and the woman behind the bar making the treats seems very nice. the service otherwise is inconsistent at best. honestly, some of the staff have to tone down the snob factor. this is brooklyn people, not soho.
re: psrope_kimchiruva
I checked out this place with my fiancee on Friday and have to agree with this post and the above comments by mfsot and Peter: we were neither disappointed nor blown away by the food, but if the servers redirected half of their efforts from turning their noses at you into actually, um, serving, the place would be ten times better.
In brief: we waited patiently at the sign telling us to wait to be seated. After a couple of minutes, a woman walked in with a backpack, nodded hello to a waitress, sat down at a table and ordered on the spot. We figured this meant open seating so we began to walk towards a couple of open tables at the back of the restaurant, to be told by the same waitress that they had no space available and we had to wait up front. It took another five minutes to be seated at one of those open tables (she put down menus and napkins in the interim), and another ten to order, by which point the lady who walked past us earlier had been served her second order.
I know this isn't a unique experience in New York, and it's always possible that the woman was the owner, but the last thing you want in a place you go to smother yourself in chocolate and forget about the world is a reminder of New York social pecking orders.
re: psrope_kimchiruva
"…there's not much competition for dessert places in the area..." Are you serious? You have Sweet Melissa directly across the street, Marquette & Margaret Palca two blocks down, the Italian Bakery on Degraw, the crepe place on Smith, all of which are better then Chocolate Room IMO.
re: MShapiro
Crepe place? Do tell.
re: oolah
The French place on the corner of Smith & maybe Sackett? It's near Video Free Brooklyn and they have lots of deserts - the name slips me.
Nehna - psrope_kimchiruva made it sound like that part of CH/CG is a dessert desert and that is completely untrue - many options abound. I'll agree to disagree with you and say my favorite place out of the lot is Marquette.
re: MShapiro
i think you're talking about provence en boite for crepes? among other things too...it is good, but for straight up dessert, i also really dont think it compares with the chocolate room.
re: MShapiro
I never commented on Marquette...I said Sweet Melissa's is inferior. I've never had more than the occasional cookie or coffee at Marquette. What do you enjoy so much there?
re: MShapiro
Chocolate Room is SO much better than Sweet Melissa's....
re: MShapiro
I've never eaten there, so can't comment on the service. But their chocolate cake and cupcake (which is basically a smaller version of the cake) are superb. So is their bittersweet hot chocolate (which I understand will soon be available as a mix).
I've never had snobby or poor service at the Park Slope location, and the woman who makes the desserts behind the bar is really nice. I really enjoy their brownie sundae and the chocolate fondue. The banana split and some of the specials I've tried have been rather average. It's a good date spot.


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Reiterman: Louis Oosthuizen captured the Volvo Champions in South Africa for his first title since coming oh-so-close to winning a green jacket. While it had been a while since he won, King Louis has quietly been playing some great golf in big events. Now No. 4 in the world, do you expect a big year for Oosthuizen?
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Ritter: Louis is my sneaky Masters pick, but he keeps getting less sneaky by the week. That swing is as rock solid as it gets, and the guy can putt. I think he'll be one of the few multiple winners on Tour this year.
Hanger: I think he stopped being a sneaky pick when he jarred that double eagle.
Godich: The big issue with King Louis is: How hungry is he? I think he finds another gear and has a big year.
Bamberger: I don't think he really wants to be king.
Wei: Louis is amazing, but sometimes he seems more concerned with excavators than golf. Not that there's anything wrong with that.
Dusek: With a swing like that, I always think Oosthuizen should have a big year. His motivation has always been the problem, sort of. He's got a nice, happy life on his farm in South Africa, so I wonder if he's got enough fire. The talent is unquestionably there.
Reiterman: It's even happier now that he has that excavator!
Hanger: But a Volvo excavator? Come on Louis, pick up a Deere in Illinois this summer!
Tell us what you think in the comments section below: Do you expect a big year from Ooshthuizen in 2013?
Reiterman: The European Ryder Cup captain will be selected Tuesday, and McIlroy tweeted Sunday that he supports Paul McGinley. Jose Maria Olazabal said he's never going to captain again, and Darren Clarke removed his name from consideration because he wants to focus on his own game. With the Ryder Cup being played in Scotland, should Monty get another crack at it, or should they pick McGinley, who clearly has the support of the biggest star on the team?
Walker: Anyone but Faldo.
Herre: Select McGinley. He'll be terrific. The Europeans look silly with all this drama. Hard to argue with success, but the understated U.S. selection process is more seemly.
Bamberger: McGinley would make for a great captain. My vote would be for Jimenez.
Godich: Jimenez could be the first captain to require team stretching exercises on the range. Wouldn't that be great?
Morfit: I'd love Monty to get it again because he just makes everything spicier, as G-Mac might say.
Hanger: McGinley would be great and deserving, so I'm hoping Monty gets it.
Godich: McGinley doesn't exactly inspire me. Why not follow the U.S. lead and bring Bernard Gallacher back.
Dusek: Monty got his chance and won. McGinley deserves his opportunity.
Van Sickle: Clarke probably took his name out of consideration after learning they were going to go with McGinley. Paul is an outgoing guy who is very popular. Funny how the Europeans don't have any trouble selecting captains who haven't won majors, while the Americans never consider anyone who hasn't. How's that working out, by the way?
Godich: Not only has McGinley never won a major, more often than not he missed the cut (15 missed in 27 events). And his only major top 10s are a sixth and a 10th at the PGA. Hey, maybe he should be captaining the U.S. side.Tell us what you think in the comments section below: Who should be the next European Ryder Cup captain?


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Curious about the newer model? Check out the 2015 Buick Enclave
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Over the years Buick has worked hard to change its image that it's a builder of cars that are long on comfort, but short on excitement. It is a little surprising, then, to encounter the 2011 Buick Enclave, a family-friendly eight-passenger crossover SUV that proves Buick can build an exciting vehicle. The well-established Enclave is Buick's entry into the growing luxury SUV category and competes with such premium brands as Lexus, Acura, Audi and Volvo. With eye-catching exterior styling, a highly usable interior and a remarkably quiet cabin the Buick Enclave has what it takes to be a viable competitor in this hot segment.
If you appreciate the refinement of a luxury car but also need the flexibility of a crossover SUV, we think you'll like the 2011 Buick Enclave. It offers the image of owning a luxury vehicle, yet at a more affordable price than many of its competitors.
You may not like the 2011 Buick Enclave if you plan to venture far from paved roads. All-wheel-drive is offered for the Enclave but it is engineered to enhance traction in the more realistic conditions of wet or snowy roads and is not intended for serious off-roading.
Changes for 2011 on the Buick Enclave are limited to new nine-spoke, chrome clad 19-inch wheels on CXL2, and two new paint colors.
Driving Impressions The 2011 Buick Enclave is made to carry up to eight passengers in relaxed comfort and it does so with ease. At the same time it also manages to deliver...engaging, even fun driving dynamics. The steering is light but firms up a bit at speed to give the Enclave a confident feel. The V6 engine provides good if not scorching acceleration and should be up to the task of hauling a full load of cargo or passengers. At cruising speeds Buick's attention to noise reduction pays off with very little wind, road or engine noise intruding into the cabin.
Second-Row Seats
Getting to the rear-most seats in many vehicles can be a hassle. Not so in the Enclave, where the cleverly designed second-row seats, with flip-up cushions and the capability to slide far forward, provide a wide flat space to enter the third-row seating area.
Buick's QuietTuning method of in-vehicle noise reduction may seem like marketing hype, but it has to be experienced to be appreciated. At higher speeds the interior remains delightfully calm and free of the sounds that fatigue occupants on long drives.
The 2011 Buick Enclave's interior features a curvaceous dash design accented by camphor burl wood appliques and chrome trim. High-quality materials, a simple, logical layout and an impressively low level of interior noise make for an extremely inviting cabin. The Enclave is offered in both seven- and eight-passenger versions with slide-and-fold second-row seats that make getting to the third row extremely easy. Cargo space behind the third row is larger than most in this class and, with the second and third rows folded, the Enclave offers a cavernous, flat load area.Exterior
As one of the few vehicles to make it from concept to production without having its exterior styling diluted, the 2011 Buick Enclave offers a bolder appearance than many crossover SUVs. While large enough to accommodate eight passengers, the Enclave's artful body lines give it the look of a much smaller vehicle. The face of the Enclave features a "waterfall" grille, modern-looking portholes above the fenders and intricately detailed almond-shaped head lamps. Adding some flash to its svelte body are standard 18-inch wheels, chrome-tipped dual exhaust outlets and chrome roof rails.
There are two trims offered for the 2011 Buick Enclave. The standard equipment list for the base CX trim includes 18-inch wheels, a power liftgate, power front seats and tri-zone automatic climate control. Stepping up to the CXL adds heated power adjustable front seats, leather seating surfaces, stylish 19-inch aluminum wheels and the Driver Confidence package (remote vehicle engine start, a rearview camera and rear parking sensors). Standard safety features on all Enclaves include anti-lock brakes (ABS), stability and traction control, front air bags, front-seat-mounted air bags and three-row side curtain airbags that stay inflated longer in the event of a vehicle rollover.
Many of the optional features available for the 2011 Buick Enclave are grouped into packages. The most comprehensive package is the 2XL option, which includes power folding side mirrors, adaptive headlamps, Bose audio, heated/cooled front seats and a power tilting and telescoping steering wheel. Other options include a rear-seat DVD entertainment system, a rear-facing camera, eight-passenger seating, Bose audio, a DVD navigation system and a power sunroof.
Powering the 2011 Buick Enclave is a strong 3.6-liter V6. It delivers energetic performance and excellent fuel economy with the help of modern technologies like variable valve timing and an electronic throttle. The V6 is paired with a six-speed automatic transmission. A wide spread of gear ratios helps get the most out of the engine while maximizing efficiency. We did, however, notice some delayed reactions from the transmission and the occasional rough shift. An optional all-wheel-drive system is also available which requires no driver intervention and automatically distributes torque between the front and rear wheels.
3.6-liter V6
288 horsepower at 6300 rpm
270 lb.-ft. of torque at 3400 rpm
EPA city/highway fuel economy: 17/24 FWD, 16/22 AWD
To compare current market prices, check out KBB.com's car classifieds to view the new and used Buick Enclave vehicles for sale near you.
Based on 297 Ratings for the 2008 - 2015 models.Review this car
By Lori on Thursday, November 20, 2014
I own this car - My approximate mileage is 60,000overall rating 5 of 10rating details
Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 3
"I have had this car 3 years. I am considering trading it in now because it handles so poorly in snow with only FWD. This car should not be sold in snowy states without AWD. Gas mileage is also terrible. 17mpg average. Beautiful car with lots of room and has been reliable BUT to pay for this kind of luxury it should handle better. Traction control is a joke."
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By AcuraT on Thursday, October 30, 2014
I own this car - My approximate mileage is 53,600overall rating 9 of 10rating details
Pros: "Near luxury, good quality, quiet, good handling"
Cons: "none come to mind"
Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10
"We purchased our 2010 Buick Enclave used - from the 2010 Winter Olypmics in Vancouver. Although the SUV had 600 miles on the odometer, and was used, it really was like new and we received a huge discount for the car. Because it was used we received a second row bench seat when we wanted bucket, but that was the only thing we gave up. This vehicle has the built in DVD system for videos, a second receiver so the second row (with headphones) can pick their own music, an advanced bluetooth enabled system that can verbally tell you that you have a text message, read you the message, allow you to respond via dictaphone, and send a response - all while driving. It is not obtrusive or hard to use and is not distracting. Technology is this car's strength as it has a very good GPS with OnStar system and XM radio and traffic. Handling is this car's strength. I can go through S curves fairly rapidly with minimal lean and it drives like a heavy car. At nearly 2 tons that is to be expected, but the 288 hp V6 generates enough power to keep up with traffic in a full load situation. I beat the EPA estimate of 22 mpg on the highway with AWD and get between 23-24 in the Apalacian Mountains on the higheway. City I tend to get about 17-18 which is +1 to +2 over the EPA estimate. Buick brags about Quietuning but I have to say all that additional insulation does work. I have twins that since we bought the car four years ago that fall asleep on long trips - guaranteed. They never can stay awake. My wife falls asleep as well in the passenger seat. It is definately quiet. The fit and finsh of all materials seems to be realatively high quality as well. Overall, my family loves this car and after 52,000 and no breakdowns and a few recalls, the car has been fully reliable. We now have faith that GM can build a decent car again and plan to buy a new one in the future."
4 people out of 5 found this review helpful
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By Jim on Wednesday, October 22, 2014
I don't own this caroverall rating 9 of 10rating details
Pros: "lots of room, drives and handles very well in snow"
Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 8
"As I am retired I want to go down to 1 car, the bank holds the title because I am still paying for it."
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By Spence on Wednesday, October 01, 2014
I own this car - My approximate mileage is 18,600overall rating 8 of 10rating details
Pros: "fun to drive, pretty car"
Cons: "poor gas mileage, lousy GPS"
Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 4
"Very unhappy with the GPS not user friendly Garman much better!! Also the icons for the instrument panel again not user friendly for older people. The ride is great, leg room and general comfort excellent. Mileage poor. Have had 3 prior Buicks this not my favorite"
8 people out of 14 found this review helpful
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By Queen1952 on Wednesday, September 24, 2014
I own this car - My approximate mileage is 20,000overall rating 10 of 10rating details
Pros: "Great drive, roomy, stylish, comfortable ride."
Cons: "Needs more cushion or plushness in the seats."
Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 9
"I have owned this SUV for over three years. I have been pleased with every aspect of this vehicle. It is one of the most comfortable SUV's for long or short road trips. The ride is fantastic. The only imporvement that I would make is the cushioning on the front seats. I would like to see it a little more plush, like the GMC Envoy front seats. It is very responsive while driving it. It is roomy and the storage area is more than adequate."
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By GD55 on Monday, August 25, 2014
I own this car - My approximate mileage is 37,500overall rating 9 of 10rating details
Pros: "Very comfortable to drive especially on long trips"
Cons: "Tailgate height not adjustable"
Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10
"My wife and I found the car to be very comfortable especially on long trips. We've never had a problem with it. Only thing is we wish we had rear view camera. Our next car will be an enclave & will have the camera."
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Magic Katy Perry. Here's hard proof that Katy is actually a dude.
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Would be nice to get rid of the small white space in the top left corner
Totally freaked me Best expression with Hat..
No. Face brightness appears to be correct on both monitors I looked at. But thanks anyway.
Congrats on the win LunaC. Cool idea. The facial expression, haircut and mustache are a great mix.
Congrats on the gold, LC. I think it is super clean total pro but could be more masculine. Seems a wee bit A- ... ual But I could say the same about my own. Who cares, top chopping mate. Gold cup to prove it
Funny the magic guitar
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Now your talking. Great Work. You can tune this Guitar by twisting the He11 out of it's ears...
Pretty cool Congrats on the bronze, Elegary.
How do you think of this stuff. Weird and wonderful.
Funny Artemagica Art Magic
For Chili and all who loved him. His magic still lives on. RIP Chili. SOURCE
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Now this one went full on trippy. Coooooool. Chili's ghostly figure is....captivating. Top 5 recognition.
Thank you Hitspinner Yours wasn't half bad either.
Funny Black Magic Woman
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Hey Hidden, The VooDoo Coconut wanted me to ask if he could borrow that chicken.
I know that woodoo is a magic word but some shadow under the hat would be nice.
Nice source that looks like Canal St cemetery in New Orleans
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Don't worry folks, it's just an illusion done by master illusionist, Criss Angel. Criss is based in Las Vegas.
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... Or should I say Ouch... Creepy cool chop.
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Thanks, hobbit, Miss pree, hidreley, Andrew and Bob.
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I really liked this chop and was sure it would win cup.
Funny Next Up: `Bob, the Magic Bear`
He's always nervous before going on stage, but once he's in front of the audience, he's golden.
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Love the Magician holding the innocent Rabbit... waiting for his turn good one
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Funny Hillary Clinton is doing magic on Friday
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Lawmakers took the oath of office three weeks ago but delayed their official start until this week. After the 2012 election, Democrats retained control of the Senate and picked up seats in the House, ending a tie with Republicans. They'll now have an opportunity to push their own priorities without first securing the sign-off of GOP leaders, and they'll be eager to push for ideas that the GOP successfully blocked over the last two years.A look at a few of the issues that will dominate the Legislature's time:
EDUCATION One of the most contentious debates of any legislative session is over the amount of money that will go to K-12 schools, and this year will be no exception. Democratic Gov. John Kitzhaber has proposed $6.15 billion, a slight increase over current funding, but legislative Democrats will be looking to boost that amount. Aside from funding, expect lawmakers to look at reworking the bureaucratic structure for higher education. Kitzhaber has proposed combining budgeting authority for community colleges and universities into a new Department of Post-Secondary Education. University of Oregon and Portland State University have also asked for independent governing boards to get more freedom from the rest of the statewide university system.
BUDGET Lawmakers don't face the same deep budget deficits that have defined the past two legislative sessions, but costs are still growing faster than revenue. That means more tough decisions are in store as legislators dole out limited dollars. The fight isn't limited to schools. Kitzhaber's budget proposal scaled back the time limit for people enrolled in Temporary Assistance for Needy Families, a welfare program that provides cash assistance for low-income families. Some legislators will want to keep the program intact. Public safety budgets have been a persistent challenge. Republicans want money for water projects in Eastern Oregon.
PRISONS With the inmate population growing steadily and the need for new prisons projected in the future, Kitzhaber is pushing lawmakers to change sentencing laws and hold the prison population steady. A panel he convened proposed eliminating mandatory minimum sentences for certain offenses and increasing the amount of "earned time" that inmates can drop from their sentences for good behavior or participating in prison rehabilitation programs. The governor says the savings could be reinvested in local parole and probation services to monitor convicts, along with police and counseling programs to prevent crime. Proponents say the move would save money for higher priorities - like schools and safety-net program - without compromising public safety. But it'll be an uphill climb to convince lawmakers who risk being labeled "soft on crime" in the next election.
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Incumbent Democrat Rubén Díaz Jr. was re-elected borough president of the Bronx in a landslide. Díaz was not always running for re-election; he ditched his bid for public advocate and instead refocused his efforts on the borough presidency in November 2012. There weren't any races that were that ... More >>
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The NYPD released new crime statistics earlier this week, and here's what we've learned: blacks and Latinos are shot more frequently than any other ethnic groups, blacks and Latinos shoot people at higher rates than any other ethnic group, and black people rarely get robbed.According to a new report ... More >>
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C.S. Muncy"Senator Reverend" Ruben Diaz, Sr., the sole Democratic Senator to vote against the Marriage Equality Act, has just announced that he's supporting Republican Bob Turner in tomorrow's special election in NY-9, which will fill the seat vacated by Anthony Weiner. Gee, we wonder...wha ... More >>
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via TPM Crowds gather outside the Stonewall Inn.We're proud to be New Yorkers today after the state senate passed same-sex marriage last night! And so are the crowds who flooded the West Village to celebrate; revelers gathered outside the Stonewall Inn last night to mark the historic moment. Talk ... More >>
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In response to Senator Rev. Ruben Diaz Sr.'s plan to hold an anti-gay marriage march at the same time as the AIDS Walk, Marjorie Hill, the CEO of Gay Men's Health Crisis (GMHC), has responded:
Son, my priorities come first.Senator Rev. Ruben Diaz, Sr. is clearly unhappy about being labeled the anti-HIV/AIDS, anti-LGBT bigot that he is. After Diaz, Sr. scheduled an anti-gay marriage rally during the annual AIDS Walk (and during his own son's Bronx Week festivities), we pointed out h ... More >>
Paul Schindler of Gay City News has put together a great scorecard of how everyone stands on gay marriage in the state Senate, which is where the issue will be decided. Senator Tom Duane's bill needs 32 votes. Currently, 26 Democrats and zero Republicans publicly support it. Those Log Cabin Republ ... More >>
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Dear Senator Rev. Ruben Diaz, Sr.: I have read your open letter addressed to "The Editors of the Village Voice." As you noticed, in a recent update to this blog by Steven Thrasher on how irrelevant you are becoming in New York's inexorable move to making marriage equality a reality in this ... More >>
The first openly gay winner of yesterday's election won long before the polls even opened on the East Coast...in Guam! A former Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Guam, openly gay Benjamin Cruz won re-election to the Guam Senate. Not nearly as far away but perhaps even more surprising, Jim Gray ... More >>
Fight Back New York claimed victory shortly after the polls closed last night for taking down anti-gay marriage Senator Bill Stachowski of Buffalo. Supporting challenger Tim Kennedy, FBNY was celebrating their second successful hit of a senator who'd voted against marriage equality, following Hiram ... More >>
The State Senate just voted 53-8 to expel Hiram Monserrate immediately. Eric Adams, Ruben Diaz Sr., Martin Malave Dilan, Carl Kruger, Pedro Espada Jr., Kevin Parker, John Sampson, and Monserrate himself were the only no votes; Thomas Morahan was excused. Monserrate gave the final vote and t ... More >>
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Kennedy Airport. Twitpic via sawyerlex. War on Christmas season swung into full effect. In a holiday spirit, the Staten Island D.A. tried shame on shoplifters. A GOP Congressman moved to read a pro-Christmas resolution into the House record. Andrea Peyser denounced the godless Bloomingdales ... More >>
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...or rather, blow away, in the next election. Ladies and gentlemen, the 'No' votes...
The frustrating circle-jerk in Albany.
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The state senate leadership finally announced it would establish a special committee to consider colleague Hiram Monserrate's membership. The committee will be chaired by Democratic on Manhattan underboss John Sampson senator Eric Schneiderman and include five Democratic senators -- including locals ... More >>
Hope you enjoy your holiday weekend while the Albany Coup keeps your state senators stuck in Albany -- hardly a vacation destination -- under orders by Governor Paterson. The respective party leaders are brassing it out, refusing to be pushed into a settlement, and Ruben Diaz Sr. says he's going to ... More >>
We gotta admit, we thought it was a bluff. We assumed that when the Albany Coup senators let mayoral control of schools lapse at midnight, no one would step forward and say, "it is the time of the Judges!" But the Board of Education rose from the dead today and is meeting at the Tweed Courthouse to ... More >>
Governor Paterson says he's "disgusted" with yesterday's split session of the state senate, which went on till almost 2 a.m. with each party -- the Democrats minus Pedro Espada, and the Republicans plus Pedro Espada -- conducting its own business, sometimes simultaneously. It's not clear whether any ... More >>
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Whoops, turn around for a second and there's another special election. Today the vacated assembly seats of newly elected Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. and his appointee to Deputy Beep, Aurelia Greene, are up for a vote. New York and the Bronx being what they are, no one expects Diaz Jr.'s a ... More >>
In a statement, Sheldon Silver expresses his pleasure that the gay marriage bill, sponsored by Assemblyman Danny O'Donnell and backed by Governor Paterson, passed the assembly 89 to 52. "This is a matter of equity and justice," he say. "New Yorkers should have the right to marry who they chose." W ... More >>
Yeah, we finally made it to Citi Field Wednesday. What do we think? We think Johan Santana is awesome. Swine Flu fucked up Cinco de Mayo, continued to be funny until we got it. Wait, actually it's still pretty funny, especially since we really didn't get swine flu. But even if! Anyway Raccoon ... More >>
Bronx Dems Marcos A. Crespo, Michael Robles, and Vanessa L. Gibson. Photo by Candice M. Giove. New Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz, Jr. strode into a gallery at the Bronx Museum where members of the Bronx Democratic County from his former assembly district gathered to find a successor for his no ... More >>
Back in February it looked like bridge tolls were going to save us from the MTA Doomsday budget. But in March the tolls were tabled, and the MTA started lining up a crappier subway with $2.50 fares. But hark! What do we hear from Albany? They're talking about tolls again. Some modifications are bei ... More >>
So, what to make of Chuck Schumer's declaration in favor of gay marriage? It probably doesn't change much at the functional level, as Ruben Diaz and others hold marriage equality hostage in Albany. But with the states' Dems bruised by the unresolved state and MTA budgets and other issues, and the Go ... More >>
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Get this -- Pedro Espada, who was recently elevated from ethics punchline to incoming state senate majority leader, now says he's backing out of the deal. He told the Times he's "tremendously dismayed and disappointed that the office of the majority leader has been gutted and reduced to a sad joke o ... More >>
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Disability Awareness Day ("DAD") is the world's largest 'not for profit' voluntary-led disability exhibition, held annually in a huge tented village within the grounds of Walton Hall Gardens in Warrington.
Visitors to the show will find over 250 exhibitors, equipment suppliers, transport, holidays, leisure, employment, support groups and services. PLUS a Sports Zone including Scuba diving, an Arts Marqee and family entertainment. The show opens at 10am and finishes at 5pm, and entry is FREE with a FREE programme.
Disability Awareness Day is a pan disability event which promotes a can do culture focussing on what disabled people can do throughout life and work. The show has three main aims:
As well as fulfilling all these aims every year the show also gives everyone who comes a really good day out filled with interest, fun and entertainment!
Another fantastic day for 2014! Huge crowds enjoyed a rich variety of information, entertainment and fun. Checkout the report below from Gary Skentelbury
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Confirmation has been received that DAD events were successfully held on Sunday 13th July in Milton Keynes and Cameroon, other celebratory events were also held in London. The Message Institute based in India held their 4th annual event on Tuesday 15th July.
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Dolph Ziggler is still hoping to get cleared by the WWE medical staff, so that he can work Royal Rumble 2014. The former world heavyweight champion has not worked a televised match for WWE since January 6 because of a concussion.
There is a very good chance that we only have five more months of seeing CM Punk, as his contract with WWE expires in July of this year. The former heavyweight champion has openly talked about leaving the company on his own terms, so it will take some convincing from management to get him to sign a new deal.
Kharma has been focusing much more on her health than she has at any point during her professional wrestling career, as the former TNA knockout is now doing the yoga program created by Diamond Dallas Page. She has lost a considerable amount of weight since leaving WWE.
Thanks to the help of John Cena and his BodyChange program, Vickie Guerrero has been improving her health and losing weight. The WWE diva has lost approximately a dozen pounds over the last month, and she is still going strong with the program.
Michael Cole and JBL, who are close friends outside of WWE, are doing a weight loss challenge together. JBL, who currently weighs 278 pounds, wants to lose approximately 50 pounds this year. They plan on climbing a mountain together afterwards.
WWE star Brodus Clay revealed on Twitter that he has lost some more weight and is now down to 353 pounds.
"It's awesome. I think I've stumbled upon the fountain of youth or something. I'm 44 years old and I'm down to high school weight (225)."
Kharma posted a picture of her new boyd on Twitter, and it looks like the former WWE and TNA star has lost close to 100 pounds.
"If I was in complete control of TNA, I would do anything, if WWE right now was going left; I would go right. And if they started going right; I would go left. So that's what I would do. I would try to be the complete opposite of WWE. That's just my opinion. I don't have millions invested. I don't make tons and tons of money as an upper management guy. I don't go in focus groups. I'm not part of that whole research team. I, this is just some blue-collared guy from Brooklyn that wrestled for a living that talks about wrestlers now giving you my opinion. Doesn't mean I'm right. I'm probably wrong. But that's just what I would do as a wrestling fan and a former wrestler; is try to be, look I think our show last night, it looked awesome."
- Taz discussing how he would run TNA if he was in charge backstage
Another person that has been gaining some power backstage in TNA is Taz. Aside from being the voice of Impact Wrestling, he also has been helping out with the creative department. Taz was also instrumental in the return of Tommy Dreamer to the front office.
Steve Austin revealed that he is interviewing TNA announcer Taz for an upcoming episode of his popular podcast series.
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Former ECW stars Lance Storm and Taz took to Twitter to make fun of unlikely TNA star Norv Fernum.
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Why are gay men ready to touch women's boobs and straight men are not allowed?
Cleveland Indians and Washington Redskins What makes those names allowed
Gay Bashing. OMG! Stop to get a second and think. Must be straight person comes with an opinion totally different from a gay person DOESN qualify these people to often be a bigot, or even a gay basher. You might be "straight-bashing" for not allowing us our own opinions! Agree?
"This keeps the fact alive," said John Dossett, general counsel to the National Congress of yank Indians, comprising 250 tribes. Native Communites hold the highest teen suicide rates in comparisons for all other races in the nation and Canada. Obviously you will find contributing factors, however how can generating a mockery of Native people contibute to yourself worth. CNN you show one image that is certainly those of the logo, if you wish to see racism from it full glory then look for the images of Cleveland fans. Which means your analogy is often a bit flawed. But Im not sure about the term redskins. I sure the c's is pleased with their name and legasy, so i certain that their fans are proud also. Thus wouldn think an Indian could be abhored to know 50,000 Redskin fans cheering with regard to their team how they fondly call the Redskins. None of us uses the phrase Redskin offensively, so they can perpetrate bigotry. Quite unlike your two examples, n*****s and q****r. Maybe we must even rename Indiana?
Native American groups won another chance to challenge trademarks in the name and logo from the Washington Redskins, that your groups say disparage Kevin Kolb Jersey thousands of people.
I am able to speak for Black people or Indigenous peoples. All I'm able to do is speak to do this queer. Taking offence in a insult as mind numbingly dumb as queer or fag, if you ask me should be to surrender domination over my emotions to a person who's going to be clearly not in charge of his. Both those are incredibly low road that they can speak more to do with the person with them. should someone feels the necessity to insult me make sure you achieve this, i like a great insult. Just please show just a little originality. But they also say don hate African Americans. Isn this just hyprocasy?
The football franchise had perceived to prevail from the longstanding trademark fight every time a federal judge ruled to use favor nearly 2 years ago. Court of Appeals said true deserves another look because among the list of plaintiffs could have been unfairly denied the right to pursue it.
I see the term bigotry used an awful lot on this site. I hear those which Cardinals jerseys call Asante Samuel Jersey being against gay marriage bigots. Our personal president feels that marriage can be a sacred vow from your man and also a woman. Do you possess enough wisdom to achieve which isn't bigotry?