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GhostBSD 3.5-BETA2 is now available!
The second BETA build of the 3.5 development release is now available on SourceForge for LXDE and Xfce on amd64 and i386 architectures.
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The image checksums, ISO images and USB images are available here:
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Please be aware this release provides users, beta testers and developers with a system to test out new features in the upcoming release. Beta2 may contain buggy code and features, so we encourage you to run it only on non-critical systems.
If you notice problems you can report them through http://www.ghostbsd.org/problem_report, on the ghostbsdproject-bugs mailing list or the appropriate forum.
Changes between -BETA1 and -BETA2 include:
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Known issue.
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Openbox and Mate are not yet ready. Chance are that they will be released before or in 3.5 BETA3.
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In her book, "Slave to Grace," Joyce Fox writes on the book of Philemon, giving a "novel" interest to the letter from Paul in the New Testament. The subtitle, "Freedom comes in unexpected ways," points to the main character Onesimus, a slave. He looks for freedom by running and finds freedom only after he stops, explained Fox.
The book is built on Paul's letter with the theme: betrayal and bitterness/forgiveness and freedom. A paraphrase of the letter introduces the story, which, in the first chapter, regresses back three years when Onesimus (name meaning "useful) was bought by Philemon and became part of a Christian household.
And he also found himself drawn into something strange for him. These people worshipped God and talked about a man called Jesus. They even had gatherings with singing, praying and preaching. Everyone was included, even him. Onesimus was content with his lot.
But a situation erupted and Onesimus found him under question. To him, the only thing to do was run. So his journey began which eventually led to the imprisoned Apostle Paul.
Fox gives a realistic twist to Onesimus' story, staying true to the biblical saga. How it ends is entirely in God's plans and fulfills the phrase "Freedom comes in unexpected ways."
Every character in the book who is not named in the Bible, Fox says, is named after a martyr of the Christian faith.
Fox said as she was reading the Bible, she came across the letter to Philemon and it just "dinged my dinger." Thinking about Onesimus, she asked the questions: "Who was he?" "How did he become a slave?" "Was he born into it?" Why did he run away?" "How did he get from Greece to Rome?" "What were his adventures along the way?" "How did he meet up with Paul?" "What happened to him when he went back to Philemon?"
So, she said, "I started writing it." But the computer crashed and "I lost it all." Fox was so discouraged, she said, that for three years, she didn't touch it. "But God said to get back to it" and after that, it came together, taking nine months to complete.
Her favorite passage is on Page 93 where the ship Onesimus is on sails into a storm — "Whenever there is a storm, it's the season for storms, boy," the captain said.
"It's not my book," Fox said, "but the words came easily." She said she comes from a landlocked area and had never sailed — been in a rowboat twice — but "the terminology suddenly was on the paper. When the writing was finished, she had a seafarer friend check and there was only one minor error.
Fox is from the Midwest — lived in many places — and calls herself a "Yankee." She and her beloved ministerial husband, Art, lived in Tennessee from 1993 to 2000 — "I love the people in Tennessee" — and in Cleveland since November 2012. They married when she was only 17 and will celebrate 45 years in July.
She said she had always wanted to be a creative writer and wrote her first mystery at age 8. Knowing that breaking into the creative writing field would be difficult, Fox decided to take a course in journalism to get into the writing profession and earned her degree in mass communication/journalism in 1996.
The "Yankee" has worked for several newspapers — Arkansas, Michigan and Illinois with the first in Tennessee — the Grundy County Herald at Tracy City.
After working more recently at a radio station, Fox found herself retired in the summer of 2012. But she wanted to stay active and knowing that seeking new employment would be difficult at her age, decided to contact the Pentecostal Theological Seminary in Cleveland about online courses and costs.
Fox received an email the next day congratulating her on being the recipient of a $2,500 scholarship. She started her online classes. "I hated online," she said. "I like to interact with the teacher.
They rented a truck and so off to "beautiful Tennessee," with her husband, who is on disability. After catching a Greyhound bus back to get her car, she was ready for school when the semester started. She is pursuing licensure in clinical mental health.
"Just being in Tennessee," she said, "is worth it. I'm going to school and getting my book published." She is already working on the sequel, "Grace Upon Grace," which will be released within the year.
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The bill was set to go into affect on July 1, but the injunction stopped it with the intention to allow the Mississippi Legislature a chance to review, amend, and clarify the bill, if needed.
"House Bill 2 is an important clarification of citizens' rights to keep and bear arms under the state and federal Constitutions. I am very pleased that the court has agreed that House Bill 2 is consistent with the Constitution so that law will now take effect statewide," said Gov. Phil Bryant.
The bill discusses permit and licensing requirements for concealed weapons that do not apply to unconcealed weapons.
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"I'm proud the supreme court confirmed our goal of protecting our right to bear arms. Today's ruling is a win for our Constitution and a win for every Mississippian," said Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves.
The open carry provision not only applies to handguns but also to shotguns and rifles.
Firearms do not need to be in holsters and can be carried in pockets or the waistband of pants, as long as the firearms are readily apparent to common observation.
"The Constitution grants us the right to bear arms. As a life member of the National Rifle Association, I am pleased the supreme court has protected this fundamental right," said Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann.
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Cleveland Police Chief Buster Bingham said, "We want to protect the gun owners rights, however, we also want to protect the rights of the individuals who don't want guns on their property."
To exercise property rights and deny entry to those with weapons, the property owners must post a sign, verbally announce, or by other means announce to the public that weapons are not allowed on the premises.
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Does the club have open tryouts?
The club hosts an open tryout each January. Keep an eye out for registration dates and forms by visiting www.sjearthquakes.com as well as the club's official Twitter and Facebook pages. We kindly ask that you do not contact the Front Office regarding an open-tryout request, or any possible future events until the next tryout date is officially announced by the San Jose Earthquakes.
Can my child play in the Earthquakes Youth Academy?
The Earthquakes Youth Academy holds a tryout during the summer each offseason that players can be invited to participate in. Additionally, the technical staff offers players the chance to "trial" with the squad during the season. In order to be considered, parents should email their child's resume as well as soccer references to firstname.lastname@example.com.
How do I apply for a job with the Earthquakes and how do I look for job openings?
Keep an eye out for potential openings by checking our job board (click here).
What is the price of a children's ticket?
Children under 2 years old are free. There is not discount for children older than 2.
Is the office open on the weekends?
The office is not open on weekends; an operator is regularly available starting after 12 p.m. on game days if hosted at Buck Shaw Stadium, otherwise call the Fan Services line at: 408-827-1FAN (1326)
If I cannot make it to a home game, can I return my ticket(s)? How can I return my ticket(s)?
In 2011, the San Jose Earthquakes introduced the Ticket Exchange Program exclusively for our season ticket holders. All tickets that are returned will be credited to the account of whom the tickets were originally purchased. Returned tickets cannot be exchanged for cash and can only be applied to tickets in the 2013 home-schedule. All credit must be applied to any home game by the end of the 2013 MLS regular season.
Tickets for game(s) that you are unable to be attended must be sent to the Front Office and the transaction must be made at least 48 hours in advance of the match (unless announced otherwise) in order for the exchange to be valid. Tickets can be mailed, scanned then faxed or emailed to Fan Relations with the barcode cut or torn, or dropped off to the Front Office at: 451 El Camino Real, Suite 220, Santa Clara, CA 95050.
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For questions or season ticket information, please call the Front Office at (408) 556-7700.
How can I turn in unused tickets for Unused Ticket Nights?
Tickets for past games that were not returned for a ticket credit can be redeemed for tickets to Earthquakes Unused Ticket Nights. Unused tickets can be mailed or dropped off to the Front Office at 451 El Camino Real, Suite 220, Santa Clara, CA 95050, Attn: Fan Relations. Please note, unused tickets cannot be emailed or faxed.
Who is in charge of donations and how can I contribute?
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Do the Earthquakes have youth clinics or camps?
The Earthquakes hold soccer clinics infrequently during the season. Fans should keep an eye out on www.sjearthquakes.com as well as on the club's official Facebook and Twitter pages for potential clinic dates. Additionally, the club offers EQ Development Schools (click for more info).
Where do I redeem my KFC ticket vouchers?
All "KFC Colonel Corner" ticket vouchers can be redeemed at either the Front Office during our regular business hours M-F or at the Box Office at Buck Shaw Stadium the day of a home game. The ticket Box Office is located at Entry Gate A at Buck Shaw Stadium. Vouchers can be purchased at a discounted price* at participating Kentucky Fried Chicken Restaurants in the South Bay. Vouchers are redeemable for 2011 Regular-Season MLS Home Games Only. Vouchers cannot be redeemed over the phone and cannot be scanned as an entry ticket.
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Why do I have to walk around to the back walkway at Buck Shaw Stadium on game days?
The Earthquakes respect all fan's ability to cheer on their team and have the least obstructed view as possible; additionally ADA requires a clear walkway at all times for handicap persons
Do the Earthquakes have any birthday party ticket packages?
The Earthquakes do provide ticket packages for birthday groups and parties for most home games. For more information, please call (408)-556-7700.
My son/daughter would like to participate in a pre-game event. How can I sign them up?
The Earthquakes offer a wide array of fun and memorable experiences for young fans during pre-game ceremonies. Please click here to find out how your child can be a part of the on-field game-day experience.
Are there any venues that sell Earthquakes tickets?
Single game tickets for all 2011 San Jose Earthquakes games can be purchased at our Front Office. Tickets can also be purchased at the Box Office of Buck Shaw Stadium on game dates. Also, a select number of ticket vouchers can be purchased at the location of any of our small business partners listed below. Ticket vouchers can be redeemed at either the Front Office during our regular business hours M-F or at the Box Office at Buck Shaw Stadium the day of a home game. For season tickets, mini-plans or groups tickets, please call the Front Office at (408)-556-7700.
Are umbrellas allowed at Buck Shaw Stadium during Earthquakes games?
In order to allow all fans have an unobstructed view of the field, umbrellas are not allowed through the gates on game day. However, fans are welcome to bring ponchos or other rain gear that does not hinder views of the field.
Is outside food or drink allowed inside Buck Shaw Stadium?
Each fan can bring one sealed bottle of water into Buck Shaw Stadium, but no other food or beverage is allowed.
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The sleek and robust adidas® Flat Utility Bench is the cornerstone of any exercise regimine. Perform countless exercise routines for multi-muscle toning with this single piece of equipment that offers limitless functionality. Features an oversized, high-density foam pad and heavy-duty steel tubing with a powder-coated finish for a durable yet low-profile design.
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Nearly great
The bench required assembly which was expected but, it appeared the hardware package had been previously opened so I had to search the box for all the pieces and was missing one washer. Not a big deal since I had a spare around the house. Very solid once together but, something is slightly twisted because there is always one leg about a 1/4 inch off the floor. I thought the floor may have been crooked but it is the same no matter where I put the bench.
August 10, 2013
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great value its a little low and alittle short but the padding is good feels like a bench in the gym but the height really i like it
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I wish I had purchased this bench first. I bought a cheaper one from a competitor chain which broke after three months. This bench is more solid and sits level on the floor. Overall quality seems more like something you would find in a professional gym than a home. I am extremely happy with this bench.
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Here's a recent moon photo from a small beach town I live near in the Pacific Northwest.
I think it's the Hunter's Moon as the Harvest moon is usually in September.
Monday, October 29, 2007
5 comments:
- Karen J. Weyant said...
In some parts of the states, when the October moon is red, it's called a Blood Moon. Beautiful Shot!
- 7:03 PM, October 29, 2007
- ka said...
I like Blood Moon (actually, better than Hunter's moon).
I wish I could take credit for the shot but I don't know who the photographer was. I was just so taken by the photograph, I had to post it. I know it was recently taken (I think the 25th and I know the town), just the photographer is a mystery to me. - 8:16 PM, October 29, 2007
- Lyle Daggett said...
Wow, great photo.
- 8:16 PM, October 29, 2007
- poet with a day job said...
that is totally gorgeous.
- 8:24 AM, October 31, 2007
- michi said...
oh!! this is incredible. i am such a moon child. *sigh*
this year ours was not as beautiful as last year's. i took several photos then, esp very early in the morning before the moon set.
m - 2:15 AM, November 03, 2007
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Here is a look at top events you won't want to miss.
Suggestions include the BACinema screening of "Somewhere Between" at the Beverly Arts Center in Chicago and free admission at some Chicago museums.
Free admission
These Chicago museums are offering free admission to Illinois residents:
Adler Planetarium, 1300 S. Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, (312) 922-7827, from Jan. 28-31.
The Art Institute of Chicago, 111 S. Michigan Ave., Chicago, (312) 443-3600, every weekday to Feb. 13.
The Field Museum, 1400 S. Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, (312) 922-9410, on Jan. 28 and 30.
Museum of Science and Industry, 57th Street and Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, (773) 684-1414, on Jan. 24-25 and 28-31.
Shedd Aquarium, 1200 S. Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, (312) 939-2438, on Jan. 28-29.
'Somewhere Between'
This BACinema screening is at 7:30 p.m. Jan. 30 at Beverly Arts Center, 2407 W. 111th St., Chicago.
Tickets are $7.50, or $5.50 for center members.
Information: (773) 445-3838, beverlyartcenter.org.
Jan. 25's Weekend magazine will include a preview of "Braid Tales" at the Center for Performing Arts at Governors State University.
There also are movie reviews of "Mama,""Broken City" and "The Impossible."
Some of these articles already are available in SouthtownStar.com's Entertainment section.
Also for Jan. 24, 2013
Carpe Weekend features the sixth installment of the Grammar Snob series. This article focuses on the hyphen.
Jessi Virtusio blog about music, movies and much more on Elaborating on Entertainment at blogs.southtownstar.com/entertainment.


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MicheleSan Diego, CAHairBlondeChemically Treated HairGreat If You Like Things That Breat In 1 YearI have now had 3 of these Sedu Revolutions...all 3 of them have broken in exactly 1 year. That is a lot of money to pay for something that breaks in a year. Unfortunately neither Folica and Sedu stand by their products...they offer you a warranty only on their original product. So now they have sent me a replacement flat iron that once again it has broken 1 year later. Do not buy unless you have unlimited funds to keep purchasing a new one every yearposted Nov 12, 2013Link to this post
JesstcaQuit 3 Months After 2 Year WarrantyPurchased Sedu flat iron in August 2011 & warranty is good for 2 years. Plates quit heating up today & no longer works. For this price this flat iron should last MUCH longer than 2 years & 2 months. VERY DISAPPOINTED.posted Nov 10, 2013Link to this post
SawneyHairAuburnDry HairCurly HairColor Treated HairWonderfulI have had this flat iron for four years. Really. It's still working and I've dropped it 5 times alone within the last week. I bought it much cheaper through folica.com with a package. This flat iron works wonderfully with Paul Mitchell flat iron spray and the comb. Definitely buy it, but maybe in a package deal. I paid 100 and got a lot of stuff. I live in Florida, humidity capital! This flat iron doesn't work for me by itself... you need straightening balm or a hairspray product like paul mitchellposted Nov 4, 2013Link to this post
VannieNEW YORKHairMedium BrownDry HairColor Treated HairThick or Coarse HairLove This Iron.Things are not made to last forever- people need to understand that. Irons usually last 2-4 years. If someone has an amazing iron that lasted them 5+ years, please let me know! Anyways, now that is out of the way, this iron is my favorite.. I love it. I used this when I had extremely curly hair, and now my hair is wavy from all this bleach I have going on... and it still gives me the best hair ever. I have very long hair- going to my booty... I got the Limited Edition Breast Cancer White one... it is still going strong, and I got this going on 3 years ago.. the only thing wrong with it is that my dog bite the wire, so theres a little nick on it, no wires hanging out though. It has been true through its days, and while it is almost reaching that day where I will need to replace it in the next 6-9 months.. I am okay with it. Anything electrical that is constantly being used at 350+ degrees Farenheit will not last forever... will repurchase soon :)posted Oct 23, 2013Link to this post
DianaHairBlackNormal HairDry HairCurly HairColor Treated HairThick or Coarse HairChemically Treated HairThe Best Flat Iron Ever!!!!!I will never purchase a different flat iron in my life. I absolutely love it. I have wavy to curly hair but its real thick. I washed it and let it air dry. This flat iron made it completely straight with no blow dryer. I couldn't believe how natural and shiny it looked. The ultimate test was to try it on my sister and daughter. They both have very curly and coarse hair. Well with no blow drying it did its job. Their hair looked pin straight and shiny. That's when I was really sold on it. I would recommend this to anyone. I am so happy I finally found one that works for my entire family.posted Oct 23, 2013Link to this post
Jennifer Y.HairLight BrownFine or Thin HairChemically Treated HairLoved It But It Stopped Working Two Years InThis is a fabulous flat iron and gives me smooth, soft, shiny hair. Unfortunately just after the two year warranty expired it stopped working. For the price I expect to get more than two years out of an iron.posted Oct 15, 2013Link to this post
Rajveer S.Hayward, CAHairLight BrownNormal HairColor Treated HairI Love It!I have used many different straighteners. This one is by far one of the best. I had a Chi and in the beginning it was great, but over time it didn't heat up all the way. For those of you who are complaining about instructions; there are a million different ways to straighten hair. First of all, make sure that you use a heat protector. Your hair won't get damaged and it can handle the heat. Second of all, straighten your hair in layers. It makes it easier. It also makes everything look better. Use 450 degree if you are comfortable with it, it makes it faster; the hotter it is. If you aren't comfortable with it, change it to less heat. When you straighten, start from your scalp, don't just grab the middle. I hope this helps. I also recommend using "argan oil" if you use a lot of heat, it's really good. It's been fixing my damaged hair! Good luck to you all trying this straightener. For me, it's done it's job! :)posted Sep 21, 2013Link to this post
Linh N.TexasKinda Disappointedthis sedu flat iron is kinda disappointed. i bought it based on the review but it turned out work just like the same as my old one, which is around 35bucks. and i have fine short bob hairstyle. well consider before buying this pricey one...posted Sep 18, 2013Link to this post
LauraLos Angeles, CAHairDark BrownNormal HairBig DisappointmentI just bought this flat iron last week, and I should listen to my friend's advice get me a Chi flat iron instead.
The problem with this iron can't get the job done and they are pretty expensive. Funny thing is, it doesn't come with any instruction paper and when I turn the iron to 450 degree and the light just kept blinking. Half way when you using and the light will turn to RED. What that mean??? Should I rerun it?
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GloriaTexasHairLight BrownDry HairColor Treated HairThick or Coarse HairRelaxed HairChemically Treated HairDont Buyy!!!i bought it around two weeks ago and i thought it was the best thing bc of the reviewsbut my hair is thick people often ask me if im half black bc its so thick and this straightner leaves my hair puffy and i hate it i regret on how much money i wasted if you have thick hair do not buuy this i wish i would have had someone toled me thisposted Aug 30, 2013Link to this post
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WATCH: Killer Quotes From Farage LBC Interview
Asked whether he feels "uncomfortable" about his wife speaking German, Farage replies "I don't suppose she speaks it on the train". Then on whether he would rather live next to German children or Romanian men: "you know what the difference is".
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Dear Athlete,
Long distance running takes dedication and passion. If you are one of the select few who has a passion for the sport I invite you to run for one of Montana's newest cross-country programs. Fall 2010 will be the fourth year of Cross Country at Rocky Mountain College and mark the second year of Distance Track. In a period of three years the program has grown from a total of eight athletes to forty. Not only has the program grown in numbers, but the program has developed into a competitive force in the Frontier Conference, but last year was the first time that Rocky had runners at all three national championships (cross-country, indoor track, and outdoor track). Last year's highlights include finishing second in the conference cross-country championships and sending two individuals to the NAIA national championship race, Cesar's 9th place finish in the NAIA indoor mile, and Noah's 7th place for the NAIA outdoor marathon.
I invite you to come and see the excitement and growth first hand. It is my personal goal to create a program that is well respected in competition. If you want to improve yourself and help a new team excel, this is the place for you. I have over 15 years of competitive running experience in which I have competed against some of America's best.
There are many great opportunities at Rocky Mountain College that you can't find anywhere else. We offer small class sizes, a family environment, great professors, and a community that cares about you and your success. We also boast a 99% placement rate of our graduates within their respective field of study. If you are interested in Rocky Mountain College and want to find out more about the college and the Cross Country program all you have to do is fill out a prospective student-athlete form.
I also encourage you to send a list of your current performances and athletic achievements to me personally at email@example.com.
In order to compete in college athletics, everyone must be certified and considered eligible by the NAIA Eligibility Center. You can still apply and become accepted at Rocky Mountain College, but you will not be able to participate in athletics until you are cleared by the NAIA.
Thanks for your interest and time,
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Young and Free NYC
by Alyssa Grossman, 10/09/2012
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It's no secret that New York City is a great place for families. But all that exploring can cost you a pretty penny—unless you know where to look. You won't have to wander far to find museums with free-admission days, gratis concerts and stage productions, complimentary story sessions with top children's book authors and exciting events that let you leave your wallet tucked happily away. Forget staying at home to save money. Here, we've rounded up the best free ways for young New Yorkers (and young visitors) to get out on the town.
Zoos and Gardens
Reading Series
Kid-Friendly Museums with Free Admission
For culturally curious kids and their moms and dads on a budget, these family- and wallet-friendly institutions provide the perfect educational outing.
Brooklyn Children's Museum
Free every third Thursday of the month, 4–7pm, and the first full weekend of every month, 2–5pm.
Spend a few hours at this Crown Heights institution, home to almost 30,000 artifacts and objects (plus fish and a 20-foot python) with an emphasis on hands-on learning. There's even a special exhibition for children under 5—a testament to the museum's education-for-all-ages mentality.
Children's Museum of Manhattan
Free every first Friday of the month, 5–8pm.
Little museumgoers dance, run, solve problems, design and make music at this Upper West Side spot. Find workshops and special events all week long that give even the youngest visitors a chance to go beyond the exhibitions.
Museum of the Moving Image
Free for kids under 3 and free Fridays, 4–8pm.
Budding cinematographers can head to Astoria for the country's biggest collection of moving-image artifacts. This interactive institution pays tribute to all aspects of movies, television shows and digital media, from technology to social impact.
New York Hall of Science
Free Fridays, 2–5pm, and Sundays, 10–11am, September–June.
Kids get hands-on with science and technology at this Queens institution featuring more than 450 exhibitions. Should you choose to spend a little during your visit, the museum also lets kids play a round of Rocket Park Mini Golf, explore the 60,000-square-foot Science Playground and settle in for a screening inside the 3-D theater.
Free Times at Zoos and Gardens
Explore NYC's animal kingdom and plant habitats without spending a dime. Many of the City's nature spots offer free or pay-what-you-wish admission. Get close to the creatures at the Staten Island Zoo, gaze at fish at the New York Aquarium or wander through Wave Hill's colorful grounds—all without breaking the bank.
Bronx Zoo
Suggested donation on Wednesdays.
Queens Botanical Garden
Free November 1–March 30; free Wednesdays, 3–6pm, and Sundays, 4–6pm, March 30–October 31.
Staten Island Zoo
Free Wednesdays after 2pm.
Wave Hill
Free Saturdays, 9am–noon; free Tuesdays, November–April, July and August; free Tuesdays, 9am–noon, May, June, September and October; free for kids under 6.
Free Entertainment
In a city where a night at the movies totals upward of $13 per person (before the kids start begging for a tub of popcorn and a soda), these cost-free options are a welcome escape from pricey outings. Settle in for a screening or catch a stage show at these family-friendly venues.
Theater at The Museum of Modern Art
Free film tickets Fridays, 4–8pm; screenings always free for kids under 16.
It pays to be a kid at MoMA. Check moma.org for a schedule of screenings, taking place throughout the week, to see which family-friendly films are on tap.
Free summer theater.
When the weather warms up, the stage shows become free. This nonprofit theater believes everyone should have access to the arts—so from mid-July to mid-August, you can line up one hour before each performance for the chance to see a gratis show. Performances take place at the Lucille Lortel Theatre. For up-to-date production information, visit theatreworksusa.org.
Sony Wonder Technology Lab
Screenings always free.
Moviegoers of all ages should find something worth watching at this high-tech Madison Avenue center. The youngest viewers can settle in for episodes of Sesame Street, Dora the Explorer and Elmo's World, but there's also a calendar packed with G- and PG-rated old favorites, plus newer releases. Just remember to reserve tickets beginning two weeks prior to each screening. Any remaining tickets will be available half an hour before the starting time.
Free Entertainment at Public Libraries
Free screenings, author talks, concerts, theater and more.
Books aren't the only free things at the City's public libraries. You'll also find endless entertainment at every branch, like KidsLIVE and TeenLIVE culture and arts programs at the New York Public Library and screenings of top films at the Brooklyn Public Library. At the Queens Public Library, there are game days, Ping-Pong sessions and workshops. Check your local branch for a full list of offerings.
Free Reading Series
Nooks, Kindles and iPads have their place, but nothing compares with hearing a story told live—often straight from its author's mouth. Young bookworms can drop into readings featuring beloved children's book authors, score signed copies of the latest books and hear expert storytellers share unforgettable tales all around New York City. Get lost in the pages at these kid-friendly spots that fill their schedule with readings all year long.
Bank Street Bookstore
Story hour for toddlers every day, 10:30am. For more information, visit bankstreetbooks.com.
Book Culture
Story times in French, Spanish and English Tuesdays, 4pm, Fridays, 3:30pm, and Saturdays, 3:30pm, respectively. For more information, visit bookculture.com.
Books of Wonder
Story time Sundays, noon, and Fridays, 4pm. For more information, visit booksofwonder.com.
Greenlight Bookstore
Musical story time for babies Sundays, 11am, and readings for older children Saturdays, 11am. For more information, visit greenlightbookstore.com.
Housing Works Bookstore Cafe
Story time, sing-alongs, book launches and author appearances. For more information, visit housingworks.org.
McNally Jackson
Storytelling sessions with sing-alongs and art activities. For more information, visit mcnallyjackson.com.
The Scholastic Store
Interactive readings and book events, plus story time for babies and toddlers on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, 11am. For more information, visit scholastic.com.
Free This Season
Ongoing Wednesdays and Fridays
Yoga Story Time at Karma Kids Yoga
Ages 6 and under are invited to these twice-weekly sessions where kids play with puppets, sing and practice yoga. For more info, visit karmakidsyoga.com.
October 12–13
Special Performance and Backstage Tour: Hansel and Gretel's Halloween Adventure at Morris-Jumel Mansion
The Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre's annual Halloween production comes to the Morris-Jumel Mansion for two days, where families will get the chance to see the show for free. The event is part of the Historic House Festival and will feature a behind-the-scenes tour of the show and Swedish snacks after the event. To reserve tickets, email email@example.com. For more information, visit nyc.gov/parks.
October 19
Astronomy Night on Pier 96 at Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum
Head to the waterfront and spend a night under the stars. Families can stop by to gaze into a telescope with some help from area astronomers and learn their way around the night sky. For even more space-centric information, guests can check out talks and demos on the topic. While the event is free, an RSVP is required by emailing firstname.lastname@example.com EMAIL LINKTK. For more information, visit intrepidmuseum.org.
October 19
Fall Kids Fest at Madison Square Park
Little ones can make their way through the park, stopping at activity stations for arts and crafts activities, pumpkin picking, face painting and more. Big Apple Circus will also lead costume parades, and families can stop by a costume swap to trade in last year's getup. Plus, look out for performances by The Little Rockers Band, The Amazing Max and Songs for Seeds. For more information, visit madisonsquarepark.org.


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Courtesy Chilean Fresh Fruit AssociationGrowers expect volumes of table grapes from Chile to return to normal this season after an off year last season related to poor weather in growing regions of the South American country.Retailers should have access to be plenty of table grapes to meet consumer demands through the dreary days of winter thanks to better weather during Chile's growing season this year compared to last.
In addition to a return to normal volumes, the Chilean table grapes are just in time to fill any gaps created by an early end to the grape deal in some areas of California this year.
John Pandol, a partner in Pandol Bros. Inc., Delano, Calif., said the California harvest usually runs into early December. No so this year.
Pandol"We stopped picking Nov. 17," Pandol said Dec. 26, adding that less than 5% of California's crop is left.
Earlier in December Pandol and other U.S. importers said they thought the Chilean grapes would peak in late January. That may hold true, but the Chilean Fresh Fruit Association expects that peak period to last a little longer than it did for the 2011-12 season.
Tom Tjerandsen, the association's managing director for North America, said he "expects to have promotable volumes through April 10," when the marketing agreement cuts off grape imports from Chile.
"Since last Tuesday (Dec. 18) there has been a lot of concern regarding the weather in the blueberry and cherry areas and what impact it would have on the grapes," Tjerandsen said.
Tjerandsen"Now most people are saying it didn't impact the grapes at all and we should be back to normal volumes this season."
The Chilean Fresh Fruit Association is aggressively promoting table grapes through social media, retailer display contests and point-of-sale materials, Tjerandsen said. He said retailers can download materials for free on the association's website or obtain them through their merchandising representatives.
Both Tjerandsen and Pandol said they anticipate solid prices for the Chilean deal, though neither expects to see wholesale numbers stabilize until February. Pandol predicted an f.o.b. in the "high teens" when the market settles down.
"If it gets below the high teens, the Chileans will stop shipping," Pandol said.
GreenbergMark Greenberg of Capespan North America, St. Laurent, Quebec, noted in a weekly report that the first Chilean table grapes of the season arrived in the U.S. Dec. 15. Greenberg was expecting prices for the end of December to be in the $34-$36 range for sugarone and thompson seedless.
The first shipment of popular Chilean flames was a little light, Greenberg's report said. He anticipated prices of $34-$38 for the red seedless flames.


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Of course this umbrella is cute but it is not sturdy at all. It broke the very first time I used it. It couldn't withstand 10 mph wind so a piece of the metal frame broke off the very first hour! I had to go the rest of the day without an umbrella. If you live in a very windy city don't bother!


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Saturday, February 15, 2014, 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM
For directions click the following link: Family Life
Artists or event website: http://www.selahonline.com
Selah is coming to Family Life for two evenings of Dinner Concerts. From their inception, Selah has always been synonymous with hymns. In fact, the understated beauty of the trio's 1999 debut, Be Still My Soul (Curb), helped initiate a hymn revival in Christian music that is still thriving today. Their discography has significantly re-popularized the church's greatest songs while decorating the popular group with numerous Dove Awards, number one singles, sold out concert tours and over two and half million albums sold. A Dinner Concert with Selah provides nutritious and delicious food for the body and a healthy "meal" of musical inspiration for the soul. The doors open at 5:45 pm and the dinner begins at 6:30 pm.
Tickets for this event are $32.50. Purchase a full table (8 seats) and one seat is free. To get this discount, you must call for tickets.
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COLEMAN 100-Quart Wheeled Xtreme 5 Cooler
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The Coleman® 100-quart wheeled Xtreme® 5 cooler can hold up to 160 cans with ice and is designed to keep the ice frozen up to 5 days at 90 degrees Fahrenheit. It has a hinged lid with 4 handy beverage holders and 2-way handles for easy lifting and transporting. The large wheels make the Xtreme® 5 easy to pull through rough terrain.
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- Keeps ice up to five days in temperatures up to 90 degrees Fahrenheit
- Holds 160 cans
- Hinged lid with beverage holders
- Convenient, large wheels
- Comfortable tow handle
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Textured leather tote bag
Material: Leather
Brand: John Varvatos Accessories
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To create his chic, edgy menswear and accessories, John Varvatos draws inspiration from his hometown of Detroit and the charismatic rock musicians it's spawned: Jack White, Alice Cooper and Iggy Pop, just to name a few. Varvatos' diverse accessories collection perfectly complements his slim-fitting shirts and jeans, distressed leather jackets, and other designs by featuring vintage-looking materials, dark color schemes, and irreverent motifs — think skulls, bones, and metal studs to bring out your inner punk. Between the flagship label John Varvatos Collection and the more playful secondary line John Varvatos Star USA, one can find everything from aviator sunglasses and wayfarers, sterling silver jewelry, shearling caps, and fingerless cashmere gloves, to oxidized suede duffel bags, calfskin chukka boots, and stylish fedoras. And of course we can't forget Converse John Varvatos — the designer's successful collaboration with the popular footwear brand — which has produced dozens of downtown-cool reinterpretations of the classic Chuck Taylor All-Star and the Jack Purcell low-top. Since launching his flagship clothing line in 2000, Varvatos has earned three CFDA awards, created the youthful secondary line John Varvatos USA Star, and received accolades from the likes of Slash and ex-Led Zeppelin lead singer Robert Plant (which surely matter to him just as much as any industry honor).


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The well was dry beside the door,
And so we went with pail and can
Across the fields behind the house
To seek the brook, if still it ran; . . .
- Robert Frost's "Going for Water"
Every year, more about the world's worsening water crisis is revealed: Who has potable water, sanitation and fresh drinking water – and who doesn't.
The statistics are foreboding: The United Nations, UNICEF, the World Health Organization, the Global Water Trust, World Water Council, the Pacific Institute and other international organizations warn us that by 2025, two-thirds of the Earth's population will live in water-strapped countries. By mid-century, they say, two out of three people around the globe may not have potable water, and by the end of this century, the number of people without access to fresh drinking water – just under a billion today – could double.
Water, water, they tell us, is not everywhere.
Water that humans can use, that is. The world's population uses about 1 percent of all the water on Earth, according to U.S. Geological Survey charts. The remaining 99 percent of the planet's water is salty or brackish, or it is trapped in glaciers and ice.
But if scientists have the technology to desalinate water, or to super clean storm-drainage water or contaminated groundwater, isn't that reason for optimism? And if, according to these same global entities, the number of people who have fresh drinking water has actually increased in the past couple of years, isn't that good news?
Yes, says Pasquale Steduto. He is an expert in water-use efficiency and productivity, and has spent the past 20 years working in agriculture-water related issues. Because of his skills, Steduto is the chief of Water Service for the United Nations' Food and Agriculture Organization. The Rome-based water scientist spoke at length to Greenrightnow.com last week, offering a big-picture perspective on the state of the world's water.
Careful not to paint too rosy a scenario, Steduto (pictured) expresses optimism: there is more access to fresh drinking water, and more cities and countries use new guidelines on water-system efficiency. Plus, more countries are acknowledging that all humans have a basic right to clean water (such as South Africa in a recent, unprecedented high court ruling).
Multinational corporations are at least attempting, Steduto says, to look at the water crisis from a humanitarian standpoint – such as in last year's CEO Water Mandate.
The world's perception of water – how we use it, how we take it for granted – is changing rapidly, experts say. Whether it is due to necessity or market forces, governments and individuals are changing how they use water and decide their water needs.
"There is a shift in a way, in lifestyle choices and behaviors, " Steduto says. "The shift of the paradigm is, 'O.K., we cannot really go too much toward increasing the supply. Are we in a position to reduce the demand, or no?'
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I don't like the insides of boxes. I am always trying to think my way out of them. After 18 years as a primary care physician in our glorious system, I left. In February 2013 I opened a new practice, Dr. Rob Lamberts, LLC, one in which I no longer slaved away for insurance companies or governement bureaucracies. I have a new employer: my patients.
My move has gotten lots of attention, as I am also a medical blogger, detailing my adventures before an interested audience. Why the attention? I doubt it's my good looks. I think it's because my practice model actually makes sense, focusing on health over sickness, people over payers. I am now convinced that this revival of old-fashioned medicine could be the very thing that saves American healthcare.
My blog, Musings of a Distractible Mind has been a diversion for both me and my readers (as twisted as that seems). I started writing in 2006, writing some about medicine, some about personal opinions and thoughts, and a healthy dose of humor. Mysteriously, llamas have become a big part of my writing. I still don't know how that happened. Still, these quadropeds have become a large part of my online persona, culminating in my authoring another website, Llamaricks, a blend of poetry (loosely interpreted), humor (even looser), and some actual intellectual thought (loosest of all).
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MyUMUC is the hub for critical processes, information and resources for UMUC students, faculty and staff worldwide. An update to the technology behind MyUMUC in spring 2012 brought a variety of upgraded and additional tools to students, faculty and staff.
MyUMUC provides access to self-service applications via the student, staff and faculty portals. This allows the UMUC community to manage personal information, view academic and employment opportunities and request assistance 24 hours a day, seven days a week, across the globe.


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Under-balcony Delays
Oct 19, 2012 1:42 PM, By Bob McCarthy
When are they needed?
As sound designers, we often have to decide whether we should go through the added expense and trouble of mounting, wiring, and buying under-balcony speakers—an extra array. There is no glory in an under-balcony speaker system design since their ultimate compliment is not knowing whether they are turned on, but there can be shame if we assure a client they would not be needed when they are. How can we determine when under-balcony delays are needed?
The decision is not as simple as you might think. For example, if an under-balcony area is 100ft. deep, we surely need some dedicated speakers, right? Not if the under-balcony area was also 100ft. high. How about ceiling height as the defining feature? Again this is too simple. If we consider the ratio of under-balcony depth and height, we are getting closer, but still not quite there. Just like a hall with balconies, we will have to study this challenge in layers.
The decisive factors are derived from three distances: the length from the main speakers to the first seats under the balcony, the last seats there, and the height of the balcony. Relationships between these parameters will give us most of what we need, with other factors such as the room acoustics and the speaker response also playing a role.
We begin by laying out the basic configuration: We have a speaker system covering the room, which we will call the "main" system. This might be several different subsystems, but suffice to say, these speakers would cover the room if the balcony were not there. Second, we have (or don't need) the under-balcony (U/B) system. Let's reduce the decision-making logic to the simplest level and then proceed from there. Level one presents the following question: Do all under-balcony listeners have a line of sight to the main speakers? If the answer is "no," then we have an automatic decision: you need a U/B system. This is a special (and also worst) case because the listeners do not hear the U/B system as an extension of the mains, but rather as the only sound source. Needless to say this is to be avoided if at all possible by optimizing placement of the mains to achieve an unobstructed line of sight and sound. If the answer to the question is, "Yes, I can see the mains," then we may or may not need a U/B system.
The next level requires us to look at the ratio of under-balcony depth and height. Getting the depth is easy and is simply the distance from the first row under the overhang to the last listener. (Note: Use the last row of seats for this rather than the rear wall, unless you are expecting standing room only.) Computing the height is trickier since very often the floor and ceiling do not run in parallel. Often the floor rakes upward (with a flat ceiling) or the ceiling rakes upward (or downward) and we have a flat floor. In any case we are looking for the average height in this space. Note, however, that we are not looking for the floor-to-ceiling height, but rather the "ear-to-ceiling" height. For a seated listener, use 1 meter (3ft.) off the floor as the reference point. If the ceiling is high, this will be a small difference, but if the ceiling is low, the 1-meter subtraction will have a substantial effect in the calculation. Let's consider what this ratio tells us. If the depth is twice the height, then our under-balcony listening area is a rectangle with a 2:1 aspect ratio. As a general tendency, the need for a U/B system rises with this ratio. Visualize an area with a 4-meter height above the listeners. If the depth were only 2 meters, we would not even consider a delay system. If the depth were 4 meters (1:1 ratio), what then? How about 8 meters (2:1 ratio)? Surely if it were 16-meters deep (4:1) we would need to drill some holes in the ceiling and run cable. At some point we are going to feel the need for multiple rows of delays.
The aspect ratio for the U/B space we will term the "shape factor," which will be the most influential statistic for us. In my review of 40 or so design decisions, I found that if the shape factor was under 2:1, delays were rarely specified; whereas when this ratio was exceeded, they were commonly added.
The next factor is more subtle but still important. It can serve as a tiebreaker when the shape factor is in the gray zone. This is the ratio of the distances from the main speaker to the first and last listener under the balcony. In simple terms: the percentage of main system coverage not under the balcony. We have to bear in mind that the U/B-area listeners hear a combination of the mains and the U/B systems. In other words, unless blocked by the balcony structure, the house can be divided into two categories: (1) covered by mains only, and (2) covered by mains and delays. If only a small minority of the hall is shared between the systems, then it is reasonable to expect that the mains will leave it to the U/B system to cover a large proportion of the shared area. If a lot of the hall is under the balcony, then we expect the main system to cover a sizable part of the U/B area on its own before needing the delays toward the rear.
For illustration, let's contrast two extreme scenarios with the same under-balcony depth of 10 rows. In the first case, the main speaker is 30 rows away from the balcony front, and in the other case, it is sitting three rows away. In the first case, we can expect the U/B to cover a majority of the rear seating. In the second case, since it is so close, we can expect that the main system can cover most, if not all the U/B area on its own.
To fully understand this we need to remember why we even need a U/B system at all. It is often mistakenly believed that the under-balcony area has high-frequency (HF) loss that needs to be compensated. Unless the path is blocked, the direct sound under a balcony does not travel any differently than outdoors, so there is nothing there that creates an extra HF loss. If this were the case, then we would need over-balcony speakers just as much as we need under-balcony speakers. Rather than HF loss, the challenge for the under-balcony listener is multiple strong early reflections arriving at different times. In the low end these can be highly constructive, leading to LF boost. In the midrange there will be boosts and cuts (comb filtering), and in the high end, there will be practically no constructive addition. Taken as a whole, this creates a sloped frequency response that favors the low end, hence the perception of HF loss. (Note that this sloped response can be fixed with a jackhammer taking away the balcony.)
Let's summarize this down to two tendencies: For a given under-balcony height, the need for a U/B system increases, (1) as the length to the front of balcony rises, and (2) as the length under the balcony rises. When the mains travel a long distance, we can only tolerate a short run under the balcony. When the mains travel a short distance, we can handle longer underside depths.
Now we can add two more short subjects, the main speaker pattern control, and the room acoustics. A more directional main speaker will allow us to get deeper under the balcony before calling for help. Conversely, as room reverberation rises, the need for local sources under the balcony becomes more acute. Both of these stem from the same parameter: direct/reflected ratio. As this number falls, the need for delays rises.
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Connecticut militia members sue state
By Zachary Janowski | Raising Hale
Members of one of Connecticut's ceremonial militia units are suing the state for allegedly seizing $10,000 worth of private ammunition, terminating a lease and failing to pay members for training.
State officials claim the unit – the 1st Company Governor's Foot Guard – has not kept its weapons and ammunition secure, and that it was within the state's right to terminate the lease and not pay the members for training.
The militia unit's board of trustees do not control the 1st Company; under a unique statutory arrangement dating back to 1885, the state created a special corporate entity so the trustees could own and maintain the unit's armory.
Although the unit is ceremonial in function today, it still falls under the command of Brig. Gen. Thaddeus Martin, adjutant general of the Connecticut Military Department.
"The trustees dispute with the Military Department is consuming resources better spent on the department's mission and has adversely affected the good order and discipline of the 1st Company Governor's Foot Guard," said Col. John Whitford, spokesman for the Connecticut National Guard.
In response to the lawsuit, Susan Kinsman, spokeswoman for Attorney General George Jepsen, said the claims are "without merit." …
"The adjutant general discovered that members of the foot guard were involved in unsafe weapons and ammunition practices and took affirmative action to stop it," Kinsman said. "As a result, they ultimately lost the state's lease of their armory and filed these claims."
To read the full story, please click on this link http://www.raisinghale.com/2013/02/02/mutiny-connecticut-militia-members-sue-state/
Posted February 20, 2013, excerpted with permission of the author
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