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My Lady Banks has not grown one bit since I planted her 6 months ago. She is in the sun most of the day. She is losing leaves and looks like crud. I am planning to take her out if she keeps doing nothing. She is on a drip line. Suggestions? |
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I'm at a loss; this is one of the most vigorous plants I've ever had. Too much water, perhaps? Try and wait till this hellish heat is over and see what happens then. I predict we'll all perk up! |
I know I'll perk up. She is watered everyday so is it too much? I had heard such good things about them and I am really disappointed. Thanks for the response! |
I have one as well. The thing will turn into a monster if I let it. I don't have it on a drip. It gets hose watered when I think about it or from monsoon rain. I really treat it badly and the thing just keeps growing. I will need to trim it this week and it just got trimmed week before last. Wait don't do anything, mine had yellow leaves back in June dropped those started growing again. It is 5 yrs old, is abused and gets full hot sun on a cement block wall. So hang in there! |
Wow, campv, that is what I want. Beautiful!! |
Laura, keep in mind, campv is gardening in a different (cooler) zone than we are in. Most everything does better out of this oven heat we call home (except tender stuff, of course.) I don't think overwatering is your problem, unless the plant is well established. But I wouldn't call a plant only 6 mo. old established. My sister has a few of them in (Ahwatukee) and I notice zinc deficiency on their leaves. Maybe that's your plant's problem, too. I can't believe Home Depot or Lowes doesn't even sell zinc sulfate (dummies.) I order mine online. |
Thanks, richsd, I often wondered why people here just have rocks and not plants in their yards. It is just too much of a hassle to try to grow anything. Ugh! Thanks for the info! |
- Posted by jaspermplants 9 az (My Page) on Thu, Sep 5, 13 at 11:20
I planted a lady banks rose a couple years ago and it have taken awhile to get started, so I would suggest you give it more time. In my opinion, people here don't bother to learn about how to grow plants in this area, and rocks and dirt are just easier. However, that landscaping is extremely boring and HOT! Although gardening in Phoenix is not my preference (would prefer a cooler climate with RAIN), you can grow stuff here. Here is my yard last spring. |
Wow, jaspermplants, Your roses give me some hope. They are just fabulous. |
Try watering three times a week while the weather is hot, tapering to once every two weeks in winter. The amount of water will depend on the size of your Lady Banks but I imagine it would need at least 4 gallons each time you apply, perhaps a little more. As your rose grows its water needs will increase of course. It's important for the soil to dry out just a tad before you apply more water. Soggy soils can prevent plants from absorbing nutrients like iron, nitrogen and zinc. In addition I'd recommend you add a 3 inch layer of organic mulch over the root zone, being careful not to pile it up against the trunk or base of the rose. By the way, the world's largest Lady Bank's Rose lives in Tombstone, AZ. |
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Thanks, aztreelvr, I will give it a try. |
Yes, it's true the biggest Lady Banks rose is in Tombstone, however, Tombstone does not have the same hellish hot climate Phoenix does. So it's not a fair comparison. Lately, more and more I'm blaming the municipal water suppliers in the valley (City of Phoenix, City of Mesa, etc etc.) for our gardening failures. They provide saline, alkaline water and we're expected to grow beautiful plants with this crappy water. Excuse my language and hostility, but if you really want to get angry, take a look at the water quality in cities such as Sacramento, Denver, or even Salt Lake. They all have much, much better water quality than we do (and more beautiful gardens likewise.) I put in a call to the City of Phoenix Water Dept. today to express my frustration over this issue. They said they'd have someone get back to me. I realize they (Phoenix) doesn't have the same natural resources (and clean water) that cities like Salt lake and Denver have. However, it seems to me they could reduce the water's alkalinity by adding sulfuric acid to it. Who else, if anyone, has gotten worked up over this? |
- Posted by jaspermplants 9 az (My Page) on Thu, Sep 5, 13 at 18:18
Good job, Richsd, calling the water department. The citizens of Phoenix (area) are not usually an activist lot, so I'm glad you made the complaint. Please let us know what you find out and/or if you need more voices to add to yours. I'm always ready to lend my voice to a needed cause. |
I think the water is also the problem most of the time. When it rains everything just perks up so much more. |
Rainwater washes away accumulated dust so plants naturally look better. But during thunderstorms the electrical discharges of lightning split the nitrogen molecules transforming them into a plant-usable form. Rainwater carries the nitrogen to the plants who benefit from this boost of nutrients. Cool, eh? |
Very cool indeed!! |
- Posted by lazygardens PhxAZ%3A Sunset 13 (My Page) on Tue, Sep 10, 13 at 10:05
Laura - It's probably establishing a root system. Don't give up on it until it's been in the ground for a couple of years. Typically the first year of a shrub is little top growth, the second year is a small showing and the third year on is much faster. Do NOT water it every day a tiny amount. Next year, set the drip system (adjust the timer or change the drip heads) so it gets a couple gallons per watering but only twice a week, starting in the spring when you see new growth. The third year ... more water per session, but even less frequently. |
Lazygardens, Thanks for the input. I'll adjust my expectations and the amount of water. |
- Posted by GermanStar 9b (My Page) on Tue, Sep 10, 13 at 16:25
@ Laura81: You shouldn't water anything every day. If a plant actually needs water every day, better to just let it die, as it will probably do just that before long anyway. Lazygardens has this well-surrounded. Adjust your drip to two times per week, 90 minutes per session next spring, then keep a close eye on everything and adjust accordingly. You cannot make that change now, wait until early spring. Plants new in the ground trying to establish may need 3-4 weeks of watering three times per week. One more small point: It is generally a poor idea to introduce new plants to your landscape during summer. It can be done, but typically results in mass casualties for all but the more experienced gardeners here. Lady Banks Rose does well here -- once established -- but reacts poorly to our heat until established. Just try to keep it alive for now with no expectations, then establish it with the watering regimen detailed above next spring. Good luck! |
GermanStar, I water everything once a day except cacti. I am such a beginner. I am also an impulsive garden shopper if it looks interesting I buy it. |
- Posted by GermanStar 9b (My Page) on Tue, Sep 10, 13 at 17:38
Your plants will never establish as long as you continue that regimen. If the existing root system is supplying all the water needed all the time, no reason to grow more roots. You are also inviting fungal infections by not allowing soil to dry thoroughly between waterings. The reasoning behind infrequent deep watering is to place water deep beneath the plant to encourage deep root growth toward that water source. Once that happens to the degree at which good foliage growth resumes, the plant is considered established. You might benefit from a good SW gardening book to explain the basics and act as a handy reference. There are many fine choices; my recommendation is Arizona Gardener's Guide by Mary Irish, a fellow Agavephile. |
Thanks for the book recommendation. I feel sorry for the plants in the hot sun and I want to water everything. Not logical. |
- Posted by greyongray (My Page) on Wed, Sep 11, 13 at 17:28
This thread is helpful, since I killed two LBRs that I unwisely planted during the summer. The photos on another thread of MaryMCP's covered chain link fence have got me wanting to do the same to our large run of chain link! So this thread is encouraging me to try again and that if I can get the plants established, they will be able to handle some neglect in the future. Because the only thing left after that is cats claw ;) |
I have a Lady Banks that is 3 yrs old. It's outside in a very large pot on a deck. Last spring it flowered. Last winter was freezing for a number of days. This spring the lady does not show any signs of life. The main branch is brown but the small branches are pale green and do not snap when broken. They look alive. I hate to pull it so what should I do? |
Ok I am the one with the lady banks picture on the cement block wall.(about 20 blogs above). Here in Camp Verde it can get real cold a couple of years back it got down to 12 degrees and those temps lasted for about 3-4 days. Mine came back as I suspect yours will as well. It is also possible that the roots could of froze in the pot. Give it a little more time see if it doesn't leaf. If it doesn't leaf by mid April, then I think it might be a goner.Sorry |
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Greenbelt, Maryland - Thanh Hoang, age 64, of Bethesda, Maryland pleaded guilty on Monday, January 4, 2009 to conspiracy to impede the IRS, arising from a scheme to conceal millions in profits earned from the purchase and sale of foreclosure properties.
United States Attorney for the District of Maryland Rod J. Rosenstein; Special Agent in Charge C. André Martin of the Internal Revenue Service - Criminal Investigation; Montgomery County State's Attorney John McCarthy; and Special Agent in Charge Richard McFeely of the Federal Bureau of Investigation announced the guilty plea.
According to Hoang's Plea agreement, Thanh Hoang and other family members purchased property at foreclosure auctions beginning in1999, and resold some of the properties at a profit. Hoang and others deposited and withdrew money from an escrow account for the purchase and sale of properties, and transferred money from the escrow account to business entities they controlled in order to conceal Hoang's financial interests in the properties. From 2000 to 2005, Hoang and others purchased and sold hundreds of foreclosure properties using the names of their agents or business entities to conceal their involvement in the purchase and sale of the properties, and thereby avoid taxes.
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For a less marble-like, more granite-like stone with those colors, check out Bianco Antico granite. It has the colors you like, but slabs are increasingly appearing with some sort of pinky-beige in them as well. That turned me off of BA when I had originally had my heart set on it. I ended up with gorgeous Carrara instead. |
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neroselover...yes, that macaubus is definitely a contender! Peke...that site has some BEAUTIFUL stones!! I found several I like. However, I do not live near any (I live in Michigan). It does give me some sort of reference though so I can search for some of those stones around where I live. breezygirl...how do you like your carrara? I'm too afraid that marble would end up ruined in my house, but I definitely LOVE many of the marbles! I agree about the bianco Antico...I had originally considered a bianco romano that I saw several months ago...but since then I haven't seen any slabs of that that I like. I prefer a softer veiny look. Thanks for all of your suggestions:) |
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Heck !! I thought that once I got through the kitchen remodel that nothing else would cause the major headaches of indecision and WHAT TO DO !!!!!!!!!!!! And I know . .
I'll be told to check out the Laundry forum, which I have, but, well, I dunno . . . LOTS of serious facts to sift through there . . . kind of like way too much detail !! DH actually went out and did preliminary footwork . .
I'm wondering how this all got so crazy ?? all the top-end decision making stuff !! Last washer and dryer, oh so many years ago . . . just went to Sears .. got a trusty Kenmore . . with the major decision being white or almond !! It's served me well for YEARS !! Somehow the idea of spending anywhere from $2200 to over $ 3000 seems just this side of crazy for a washer and dryer, for heavens's sakes !!! Well, anyway . . anything any of you have to share on any of this would be so appreciated !!!!!! Thanks !! oh, and a Happy 4th to all !!!
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I agree - it's insane! I did some research, and in mid-angst, decided....IT'S ONLY LAUNDRY! (don't ever, ever say that on the Laundry forum ;) I bought a Kenmore Elite top loader, either the top of the line or the one just below it, and the dryer that (I guess) goes with it. I was very happy with them. Large capacity, quiet, reasonably priced, and hey - they clean and dry my clothes just fine! A few years later when I moved, I bought the exact same set. I think they were about $1,000 or so total. I did a quick check, and it appears that the models I bought have been replaced by the Kenmore Elite Oasis. Reviews on Sears.com are better for the 27032 than the 27042. The only thing I don't like is the electronic controls. I much prefer knobs that turn - which is what mine has. I have this fear that the circuit board will go bad and they cost a lot to replace! |
OK, I found my model numbers, and they are not made anymore, definitely replaced by the Oasis. My washer is # 26922 and my dryer is # 66972. Another one to consider is Speed Queen. The top loaders are supposed to be good, not so much for the front loaders. |
- Posted by claire_de_luna (My Page) on Wed, Jul 4, 07 at 16:12
Hey Chris, I feel your pain. We started with the laundry before we did our kitchen, so I had all of ''that'' to break me in. I bought Mieles, which I haven't had a speck of trouble with. I'd spent so much time researching, I didn't want to be bothered with picking out another machine for the next 30 years, which is why I bought the little German tanks. IMO, they were worth every penny. FWIW, a basic wash load lasts 45 minutes, as does the dryer; that's nice because they're both done at the same time. Of course I can set it to run longer if I'm pre-soaking or needing something ''extra'', but most of the laundry is done on a basic setting. Good luck; I know it's a big deal...especially over at the laundry forum! I'm linking to a picture of my system. I needed a small W/D to fit into the bedroom hallway, which is part of the reason I went this route. |
Here is a link that might be useful: Luna Laundry System
- Posted by busymom2006 (My Page) on Thu, Jul 5, 07 at 7:01
Our clothes dryer "died" just as we were starting our kitchen remodel (9 or 10 months ago). We needed a replacement fast, so I went to the appliance store and just went with whatever the salesperson suggested. We ended up with a Maytag and just love it. It dries clothes in about half the time of our old dryer. I'm amazed by how fast we can get our laundry done now! |
I was in your shoes last year. I did a ton of research and followed the laundry forum before coming to the decision that there's no perfect front-loader. I eventually decided on the new, larger Mieles, but fate intervened. Our old washer died and the Miele wasn't released yet, so we rented a Whirlpool Duet in the interim. It turned out that DW loves the Duets. When the Miele came out we went to check it out, but DW couldn't see paying 2x more for the Miele. So we ended up buying a new set of Duets. So far they've been wonderful. A load of laundry runs about 45 mins typically, but can be longer if you want to use a sanitary cycle on stuff like sheets. Anyway, my ultimate conclusion was that there's Miele and then there's everything else. Among the "everything else", they all had some kind of complaint or another. But in general the pack of "everything else" is actually quite good. So other than the Miele I would've been happy with the Bosch, Duet, FriGeMore, etc. Whirlpool just happened to be the only front-loader the rental place had, so that's what DW got to live with for a few weeks. Funny how things work out. BTW, those laundry forum people are nuts. Take what you hear over there with a huge grain of salt and don't get caught up in the frenzy of which machine cleans better or has the most ideal profile wash. |
Oh, I also just thought of something else that was kind of funny. I made this comment over on the laundry forum and was soundly ridiculed for it. If Miele is going to charge 2x - 3x more for their products, IMHO they should have a knockout design. We're used to that in the kitchen - you pay tons of money for a Wolf or Lacanche, and they have the good looks to match. Miele on the other hand, IMHO, is a very plain, conservative design. If it had an awesome design in killer colors, then DW would've been happy to pay an extra $2000 for the set. But she saw these plain white machines that I said were so wonderful, and her reaction was bleh. It's strange to me, since other Miele products, particularly the kitchen products, are highly designed. But the laundry stuff still looks like vintage 70's design to me. |
Ya, the laundry forum is really interesting - I'm amazed that so many people can be TLO. The laundry forum is how I first found this place though. I needed to replace my 25 year old Maytags. I ended up getting the Kenmore version of the Duet in spite of the horror stories about mold and other serious product problems. I've been very happy so far - I think I've had them about five years. I did have to get the dryer replaced immediately after I got it - complete electronic malfunction within about a week of installation. Based on my experience with my Miele dishwasher, I don't think I'd pop for another Miele product. It hasn't been trouble free and that's what I was willing to pay a premium price for. Now I'm researching replacement laundry units for my lake cabin. I'd like another frontloader and I'd get another Duet/Kenmore except they're too deep for my space - kind of like the new refrigerators are too tall for my space. Bigger is not better in my opinion.....Anyway, I'm considering Frigidaire simply because it's the closest to the right size. That brand doesn't get the greatest reviews but from what I can tell most appliances are of marginal quality these days. After my Miele experience I'm more of the mind to get a cheaper one so I'm not as annoyed when I start having problems with it. |
- Posted by housekeeping (My Page) on Thu, Jul 5, 07 at 19:29
Do get a FL, but only one with a good on-board heater if you can possibly swing it. Since FL use so much less water, you need a good heater to keep things warm enough for good cleaning. I've been using Fl's since the early 90's (Asko and Miele machines) and all my original ones are still working, just fine, despite unusually heavy use. BTW, the dishwasher-sized ones will do loads as big as large capacity TL; don't let their size fool you. I don't care what mine look like, I only care that they spend most days swishin' happily away with no complaints. Mine probably look "old-style" but then they are getting to be "old machines". People complain "that they don't make them like they used to", and that's true but these days we're so price point oriented most manufacturers' have cut corners to meet what they perceive customers demand. Those old washing machines we're so nostalgic for didn't cost 300-700 bucks in todays dollars, either. It puts the higher costs of the European machines in perspective since they are expected to last just like machines did 25 years ago. Don't let worries about the few reported mildew problems, nor tales of long cycles (they all have shorter cycles as well) or possible need to change detergent (not everybody needs to) deter you from looking beyond to better energy conservation, but most important to me for a laundry appliance, much better cleaning - which is the whole point, IMO. Ok, I'll admit it, I am (over?) obssessed with laundry. Molly~ |
- Posted by kitchencrazychris (My Page) on Fri, Jul 6, 07 at 1:47
Hey Everyone . . . It's late and I'll post more tomorrow . . . but just wanted to say thanks so much for all your posts and input!! Appreciated lots, to be sure !!!! Chris |
We went with the Frigidaire front loader--I'm happy with mine and haven't had any problems. I don't have mold problems but I leave my door slightly open when I'm done with the laundry. My water bill has consistently been the bare minimum since getting the front loader. The only complaint I have is that clothes tend to bunch up and when you pull them out they want to fall on the floor. I don't really have the space to keep a laundry basket close by to catch them but that is one solution. I also don't have the space to put them up on a pedestal so I have to bend down really far to empty and load the washer. I have mine stacked because of space issues so the dryer isn't a problem. I'll never go back to a top loader just because of the amount of stuff I can shove into the front loader--most notably a king size silk quilt. It isn't that the Frigidaire model is a really huge capacity--it just has so much more space without an agitator and it doesn't tear up my quilts. De |
dktrahan - what models do you have and how long have you had them? |
I think I've had them btwn 2-3 years now--I'd have to look at my receipt. I can check when I get home but I think I have the cheapest one listed on the Frigidaire website because I only have 2 spin options. De |
Gibby, I checked and I purchased my machines in 2004. I checked the Frigidaire website and it doesn't look like they sell my model anymore. It was the Frigidaire Gallery GLTF1670ASO. It has 16 cycles and I think a 3.1 cu ft capacity. De |
Thanks De - I've been looking at the Affinity - newer model I think. I don't have an urgent need yet so I'm waiting to see what people think about these after they've had them for awhile. |
- Posted by kitchencrazychris (My Page) on Sat, Jul 7, 07 at 10:25
Thanks, everyone, for commiserating with me, AND for your help !! This is just a crazy process, and I really don't want to be in this "crazy land" of indecision again !!!! Been there, done that WAY more than I needed to do with the remodel . . . but oh well . . . I think, I think, that I've kind of narrowed it down . . . a lot !! after checking EVERYTHING !! and I so appreciate all that all of you had to contribute !!! Weed . . . I hadn't checked into the Kenmore yet, since I was kind of hovering around the Bosch and LG . . . Busymom, it was probably perfect timing that your dryer died during remodel time !! Way too much other stuff to think about, so let someone else make the decision !! Perfect !!! I'm thinking that lately I've heard that the Maytag WASHERS aren't what they used to be . . . In days past, there was no question . . . a Maytag !! Interesting that the washers have slipped, but not the dryers, since usually things are bought in pairs . . . Claire . . . thanks so much for the info. re: Miele, and also for including the pics . . . What a wonderful laundry set-up !! A great space !!! What model # do you have? Gibby, kind of scary to read about your bad Miele experience, and will make me look extra hard at our final decision . . . wonder if you just had a "lemon" . . . Molly, you must have the "European" size Miele, since you've had it for awhile ?? At Expo, the guy there was telling me it was a better machine, until he realized that the new ones also have the honeycomb interior . . . De, interesting you mentioning not having the pedestals. I've been wondering about that . . . At first, there was no question about having them, then looking at the space, and all the new cupboards DS put up in my laundry area, which would have to be moved to allow for the heighth of the w/d with pedestal. I figure I bend down for my dryer now . . . but guess I need to project the "aging factor" into it all, (and I'm not talking about the aging factor of the machines !!!! ) Y'know . . . Frigidaire is the one model we haven't looked at . . . wonder why ?? Well, guess I've gone on long enough here . . . Thanks, again, everyone, for your input !! I really do appreciate the time you've taken to help out !!!! This is the absolutely best place to come !!!! Will keep you posted . . . Chris |
Chris, I forget the exact model number, but it's the new Miele that just came out this year. Any Miele dealer will know what you're talking about. It's also their largest consumer model. Unfortunately I don't think it's built to the same quality as their smaller models, but we really needed a large-capacity model in order to wash comforters. You're right that the Duet dryer doesn't have a stainless drum. Back when I was researching that would have really bothered me, but I've taken a chill pill on the whole thing. My clothes come out clean, the washer and dryer are quiet and reliable, and the lady of the house is happy, so I'm happy. |
Chris - good luck with your decision. My Miele dishwasher isn't a lemon - it just seems to be engineered for hard water and very difficult to get it to function with a whole house softener without etching the glassware. And I might add - beware the Miele factory trained installer - mine was marginally competent and I had to have someone else follow up with some "rework". I got twice the warranty but very disappointing service in dealing with the etching problem. Possibly my expectations of Miele were just too high. You may very well have a much better experience if you choose Miele washer/dryer. |
I'm going through the same dilemma as Chris. Chris, I think it was you who got a good thread going about dd's a couple of years ago. Thanks to that thread, we ended up with them and I've been very happy...for 2 years so far (I'll keep smiling until I have problems.) I hope that I can have as good luck following your quest for a washer. Chiefneil--my big issue is that the w&d will be on the second floor. The Duets look very promising--do they vibrate much? We've had a Frigidaire front loader for 8-10 years. I've been very happy with it. The one we got is very basic but all I really need is normal wash on cold (mostly) and warm. I would have stuck with it but we're redoing our laundry room (or a better term is finally "doing" our laundry room.) I've noticed "black" on some of the clothes recently so I think we may need a service call--first one. I would guess a belt needs to be changed. BUT since we're finally doing up our laundry room, and since the newer machines are taller (I had been planning to slip my machines under a 36" counter), AND since my machine makes my New England house feel as though it's in an earthquake zone, I decided we should think about replacing. My only word of caution is to make sure the machine you get will do what you want it to--in spite of all the fancy cycles. My sister can only use preprogrammed cycles on the machines (Kenmore) she got a couple of years ago and she hates not having more control over the settings--i.e. just setting temp and length of wash. Claire de Luna, based on your kitchen and new bathroom, I would love to see pictures of your laundryroom, or at least read about some of the details. Your kitchen is one of the best thought-out I've seen. |
Zelmar, I have the duets installed on the ground floor of a slab foundation, so my experience probably isn't a good comparison. In any case, they're mounted on the factory pedestals and are very quiet and don't vibrate very much. I don't know how they'd perform on a 2nd floor, though. |
I know this is probably going against the grain, but a very reliable source (appliance repair man who has been in the business for years and years) told us to buy the cheapest model that does what we want it to do. He said that the days of washers lasting 10 to 15 years and dryers lasting 15 to 20 years are long gone. He told us that washers and dryers are being made with too many plastic parts, whereas they use to be metal. The plastic wears and breaks much more often. Having your machine fixed 3 times just about pays for a new washer or dryer. He told us this after I was very upset that our 4 year "new" GE profile dryer broke for the 3rd time and the washer had to have a major repair completed. Granted, the washer/dryer cost us about $1000 and not $2500 to begin with. I asked him if I had to buy a very upscale model to get the longevity and reliability I was used to having. The repair guy basically told us that even the new, expensive models will break down in the same time frame as the cheapest models. We went out and bought the 2nd cheapest model at Best Buy. Works great. I'm sure it will only last 5 years, and then we'll have to replace it. It was under $200, though, so I won't cry too much. I just hate filling up the landfills. |
Our appliance repairman (his name is Glenn- DH is appalled that I'm on a first-name basis with him) told us to always go with knobs over electronics- you know- the LED display--he said if there's a computer/circuit board, you'll have a lot more problems. Makes sense. The 'bells and whistles' rule of thumb. Chris, honey- I'm tellin' ya--gitcherself down to the scratch n' dent. |
- Posted by claire_de_luna (My Page) on Tue, Jul 10, 07 at 20:21
Zelmar, thanks so much. (It still feels really nice to hear something like that!) I'm sure you just missed the link above called ''Luna Laundry System''. I'll post it again so you can look at the pictures. We've had this installed since September 2003, and it's been working like a charm since. Chris, I have what would be considered old Miele models by now, Novotronic W1986 and T1526. I believe these were the models that came out before the honeycomb drums. Although smaller than the current American frontloaders, at the time I bought them, they hold the same amount of laundry that my old toploaders did. I'm sure you'll probably be happy with whatever you decide. I know my frontloader is vastly superior in getting my wash clean to what I had before. (Molly is quite a laundry expert, so you can trust what she tells you!) |
Here is a link that might be useful: Luna Laundry System
chiefneil, thank you for the info. It seems quite likely that the Duets would be a great improvement, vibration-wise, over what I have now. Claire de luna, you're right, I did miss the link--thanks for posting it again. I've seen a picture of it before (I think it was the Ikeafans website as someone's inspiration photo) but didn't realize it was yours (actually, I thought it was from a magazine.) I showed it to DH, impressed by how nice it looked and how well the space was used. |
- Posted by kitchencrazychris (My Page) on Mon, Jul 16, 07 at 10:18
Well, I guess today is the day to make THE BIG PURCHASE . . so shades of kitchen remodel here, and all the angst that went with that !!!!!!!! Chiefneil . . thanks for the Miele info . . . still trying to figure the best model to go with . . . the 4840, or one in the 1000 series . This whole experience has been kind of nuts !! Where I got that I HAD to go with the stainless steel drum, I'm not sure . . . and it probably doesn't matter one bit !! Bottom line . . . whatever we get will be far, far superior to what we have now . . . and once it's here . . it will be much like the kitchen, I'm sure. All that I stressed over is for nuthin' !!! (I just kind of roll my eyes to myself when I think of some of the questons I posted on the kitchen forum while in the midst of it all !!!!! ) Gibby . . . we'll see what happens with the factory trained installer . . . They have a plant or distribution center or whatever less than a couple of hours from here, and I was assured (!!) that if someone in the area couldn't take care of us, that they would just send one of their people down. I, at least, got to talk to a real live person on their 800 line, so that was a plus . . . and for at least 30 minutes !! Probably drove the guy nuts !!! Zelmar, good luck with your quest for the "perfect w/d" !! Geogirl . . . interesting about your repair guy saying that things aren't meant to last . . . I'm finding this to be so true with so many things . . . . planned breakdown so you have to buy new !!! I'm just hoping, however, that when Miele says they'll last at least 20 years that they have to have something behind that !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Claire . . . I guess it's your model # that the guy at Expo was talking about . . . no, wait, probably another # since he did mention the honeycomb drum . . . but he said it was the European version . . . Pecan . . . good advice from Glenn !!!!! I really don't want bells and whistles . . . basics here !!! but to last !!! Just don't want to go through all this again !!!! Will share whatever our final choice is !!! C. |
Wish it was possible to special order a washer. I'd love a top loader with knobs (no circuit board) and a stainless wash tub. |
Consumers Reports just reviewed washing machines. They said that because new washers have to use less water that many new washers did a poor job. They reported that you have to spend $900.00 now to get a NEW washer that does a decent job. Only the more expensive top loaders did alright. You might want to check it out. |
- Posted by kitchencrazychris (My Page) on Wed, Aug 1, 07 at 9:47
Well, I'm here to tell you !! I never in my life imagined that I'd be so darn excited about doing laundry !!!! We ended up getting the Miele 4840 washer, and the gas dryer. The difference in how clean the clothes get is absolutely amazing !!!!!!!!!!!!!! I'm major impressed, and actually DH and DS have commented positively, also, which is amazing in itself !!!!!!!!!!!!! The first few loads of clothes that I did . . . well, just sat in front of the washer and watched it !!! Can't believe how quiet, how little water, all that !! (Neighbors even came by to watch it and were equally amazed !! Do ya think we need to get a life here in this neighborhood ????!!!!!!!) I'm also using the Persil detergent, both liquid and powder, which is kinda pricey, but so little of it is used . . . and the smell is so fresh, without any fake perfumey smells . . . Do I sound like some kind of commercial here ???? !!!!! Well, anyway . . . that's the scoop on the w/d saga . . . C. |
- Posted by kitchencrazychris (My Page) on Wed, Aug 1, 07 at 9:51
P.S. . . . . . . Thanks so much again for all that all of you shared with me re: w/d !! Really do appreciate it !! |
- Posted by claire_de_luna (My Page) on Wed, Aug 1, 07 at 12:10
Chris, it's great to hear you're so pleased. I felt exactly the same way when my Mieles were first installed. My whites are still coming out clean, so I'm a happy laundry queen. (I'll admit to hanging out to watch the clothes roll around in my first front loader. It's just amazing to think your clothes will get clean in so little water.) I had an experience with a good friend of mine when we'd made a stop to pick up laundry detergent, and she picked up one of the biggest boxes of laundry soap I'd ever seen. (She still has a top loader and didn't understand the appeal of frontloaders, especially when they cost so much.) I just laughed and said I'm enjoying the Tablespoon of soap my laundry requires these days. It's no back breaker! Congratulations and many happy years of clean clothes. With your Mieles, you won't have to worry about it for a very long time. |
I've been reading over onthe laundry forum and getting overwhelmed and confused again. I didn't even thing to look here. Claire, I really like your set up. How high is the deck your W&D are set on? |
- Posted by claire_de_luna (My Page) on Tue, Aug 7, 07 at 16:23
Oh Thanks lascatx! It measures approximately 27 inches high. |
Thanks. I was telling my husband about your setup, but I forgot to show him the pictures last night. I told him it was higher than pedestals but not as high as stacked machines would be. I also told him about your laundry basket. I have a challenging laundry room, but I'm not sure that using your ideas will help me. I want to draw it up though and see. So far, DH likes stacking larger units like the Duets and using an 18" double trash pullout (2 bins, 50 qts each) for sorting laundry. I thought that was being clever, but I think you've got me beat there. ;) |
Claire, How wide is your laundry closet? Our architect is coming over tomorrow to discuss our kitchen and bath remodels, but I have decided to show him the Luna Laundry System and see if we can do something like it in our laundry space. TIA. |
- Posted by claire_de_luna (My Page) on Thu, Aug 9, 07 at 14:59
Brachl, my LC is 50-1/2 inches wide. There is barely two inches of extra space (wide) in my closet for squeezing the W/D into; it's a tight fit. (The Mieles I own are small compared to american sized W/D's. I didn't have much space available.) The space was made to custom fit these units in particular. You can customize almost anything to fit, if you know the measurements of your laundry units, and know where you want it to live so you don't have to be limited to the amount of space I had. |
Thanks for the information, Claire! I already have your dog feeding station and cell-phone charging drawer on my want list for my kitchen -- now I'll add your Laundry system to my wish list. |
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WNBA and NBA Development League Choose NewTek TriCaster to Produce and Stream Full Season of Live Games
SAN ANTONIO – May 4, 2010 – NewTek, manufacturer of industry-leading video and 3D animation products, today announced that the WNBA and NBA Development League (NBA D-League) – the National Basketball Association's official minor league – will use newly launched NewTek TriCaster TCXD850 high definition/standard definition (HD/SD) portable live production system, to produce and deliver a full season of live games, online in HD for the first time, on WNBA.com and NBA.com/dleague. TriCaster TCXD850, which NewTek unveiled and received multiple coveted awards at the 2010 National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) Show, is the latest addition to the TriCaster line of products.
"TriCaster has provided us with a cost-efficient tool to produce and deliver NBA D-League and WNBA games to multiple distribution platforms," said NBA Executive Vice President of Operations and Technology, Steve Hellmuth. "The architectural advances in the new TriCaster TCXD850 will allow us to facilitate expansion as our needs dictate."
NewTek TriCaster has been used to produce and live stream events from the 2010 NBA All-Star Jam Session Sprite Jam Dunk Showdown in Dallas, as well as full seasons of NBA D-League games, since 2008. The NBA also used the award-winning NewTek 3PLAY HD/SD slow motion replay system, during 2009 NBA D-League All-Star practice events in Phoenix.
"The NBA Development League's Futurecast webcasts represented the first time that an entire professional sports league made their full season available online, for free," said NewTek Senior Vice President of Strategic Development, Philip Nelson. "With the success of Futurecast, we are excited to expand our relationship to the WNBA and help bring their games in HD to a larger audience, both on the Web and on broadcast television."
From May 11-June 9, NewTek brings portable live production to schools on its TriCasts America: Varsity Tour, to host free, live demonstrations of TriCaster TCXD850 and 3PLAY, a multi-channel HD/SD slow motion replay system. Interested attendees can sign up at www.varsitytour.com to be one of the first to see the benefits of this appliance that is like having a giant live HDTV truck that fits in a backpack. The tour, featuring what could be the world's smallest, HD live television production vehicle, will launch in New York City making stops in Syracuse, NY, Boston, Hartford, CT, Raleigh, NC and Charlotte, NC.
The latest addition to the TriCaster line of portable live production systems, TriCaster TCXD850 is a 22-channel HD/SD live production switcher in a rack mount form factor, with redundant power supply and removable storage; eight external sources, eight virtual/mix channels; live HD virtual sets and advanced matte generation; overlay with rotation, positioning and scaling in 3D plus animated effects; HD live streaming; increased media player capabilities; and multi-view monitoring of all inputs and outputs.
With TriCaster, anyone can simultaneously produce, live stream, broadcast, project and record HD and SD network-style productions. A single operator or small team can switch between multiple cameras, virtual inputs, and live virtual sets, while inserting clips, titles, and motion graphics with multi-channel effects. In addition to the WNBA and NBA Development League, TriCaster is used by sports organizations, schools, broadcasters, houses of worship, government agencies, and others, to provide a new level of extended programming and content to their audiences.
Now preparing for its 14th season, the WNBA is the most successful women's professional team sports league in the world. At the conclusion of the last NBA season, 20 percent of NBA players had NBA D-League experience. For more information, visit www.wnba.com and www.nba.com/dleague.
Pricing and Availability
The TriCaster family of products in NTSC is available in North America starting at US$4,995, and multi-standard internationally starting at US$5,995. Educational pricing is also available. For more information, please visit www.newtek.com, or call NewTek Sales at 800-368-5441. International callers dial +1-210-370-8000.
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Buy any TriCaster portable live production system, now through June 30, 2010, and trade it in for the full purchase price towards TriCaster TCXD850.
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Benefiting producers and artists with cost-effective and groundbreaking technologies, NewTek is a leader in portable live production, video editing, 3D animation and special effects tools, including the TriCaster product line, 3PLAY and LightWave 3D. NewTek has won numerous industry accolades, including two Emmy Awards.
Clients include: NBA Development League, New York Giants, NHL, ESPN X Games, MTV Music Group, Fox Sports, CBS Radio, ESPN Radio, Fox News, BBC, Nickelodeon, "Furious World," The Steve Harvey Morning Show, USA TODAY, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). NewTek products have been used in blockbuster films and television shows, including "Avatar," "Repo Men," "Angels and Demons," "Battle for Terra," "The Dark Knight," "Iron Man," "Tropic Thunder," "V," "FlashForward," "Lost," "Fringe" and more.
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PsoriasisNet Article Itching: Causes and Treatment
Itching is a sensation common to a number of skin disorders, including psoriasis. It is a common sensation not specifically associated with any particular skin disorder, and may sometimes seem entirely random - for example, the spontaneous "itchy spot" on the nose, cheek, etc. It is a frequent manifestation of systemic diseases such as chronic renal disease, biliary obstruction, cirrhosis, some types of thyroid disease, Hodgkin's Lymphoma, and some cancers.
Itching is so common one would think it is well understood. To the contrary, itching is not well understood at all. There isn't even a good definition of itching. The working definition of itching from a standard dermatology textbook is, "a sensation that causes a desire to scratch."
The medical term for itching is pruritus. By using medical terminology we can get a step away from the popular conception of itching as a minor or even funny phenomenon. When pruritus is severe, it is anything but humorous. As anyone with severe pruritus can attest, the sensation closest to severe pruritus is severe pain. Pain and pruritus do share some neurophysiologic pathways.
Pruritus seems to occur in two phases:
An itch is identified with a local site
A subsequent more diffuse area of "itchy skin" that can be stimulated to intense pruritus by a light touch—for example, by fabric brushing against the skin.
The dual-phase sensation is similar to pain: (1) a sharp, relatively short-lived intense pain at the site of injury, and (2) a later, more generalized area of pain that can be intensified by pressure against the skin.
Pruritus seems to be associated with the spinal cord circuits involving so-called "A" and "C" fibers in the skin. The A and C fibers give rise to free nerve endings in skin that respond to mechanical stimulus such as pressure, heat, cold, and certain chemicals. The responses are associated with pain. Those that respond to histamine (a potent itch-producing chemical) may contribute to the sensation of itching. Other itch-producing chemicals include opiates, papain, and members of the chemical group called kinins.
The apparent similarities between pruritus and pain have led a number of investigators to look for specific "pruritus nerve fibers" in the skin that may parallel specific pain pathways. However, neither A nor C fibers seem to be a specific "itch fiber." To date, the search for a specific "itch fiber" similar to a heat-responsive or cold-responsive fiber has been unrewarding.
Why does scratching temporarily relieve pruritus? Scratching seems to send volleys of signals to the spinal cord "control box," overloading the circuits so to speak and thereby inhibiting the response of spinal cord nerve cells to signals from A and C fibers.
Pruritus has a central nervous system component that is subject to control from the brain. Under certain conditions, pruritus can be produced by suggestion, but this should not be interpreted to mean that pruritus is "in your head." Pruritus is a genuine physiologic phenomenon. As the complex neurophysiologic and neurochemical processes involved in pruritus are better understood, it is likely that effective anti-pruritus drugs can be developed.
Treatment of Pruritus The treatment of pruritus is based on the identification of the cause, insofar as that is possible. Your dermatologist will ask you to be as specific as possible about such questions as: When do you itch - morning, evening, all day, etc? Where do you itch? Are there identifiable events that trigger your itching? How much and how deeply do you scratch? Do you perceive your itching as a major problem that must be relieved?
General measures to relieve pruritus include:·
Keep your skin cool; warmth tends to make pruritus worse;
Wear light clothing for coolness and to avoid scratchy pressure against your skin; and,
Keep your skin moisturized with a light emollient recommended by your dermatologist, as dry skin tends to be more pruritic
Specific drugs to relieve pruritus associated with psoriasis are best prescribed by your dermatologist, based on his/her knowledge of your case. Drugs with side effects that could trigger psoriasis should be avoided.
Seborrheic Dermatitis and Psoriasis Seborrheic dermatitis is a common, chronic skin condition that shares some features with psoriasis:
The lesions of seborrheic dermatitis and psoriasis can appear as light red to pink patches with scales over the face and ears
Seborrheic dermatitis is believed to evolve into psoriasis in some patients.
The two peak periods for seborrheic dermatitis to develop are the first three months of life and ages 40 years and older. In infants the disease is commonly known as "cradle cap" when it occurs on the scalp as oily, thick crusts. The infant form of seborrheic dermatitis is usually self-limiting and does not persist into childhood. It is not known whether the infant form of seborrheic dermatitis predisposes a person for the condition in later life.
Adult seborrheic dermatitis is a chronic condition. In its mildest form, adult seborrheic dermatitis is eczema-like in appearance—oily, scaling, mildly inflamed and reddened skin, and moderate to intense pruritus (itching). Seborrheic scales flaking from the scalp can look like dandruff.
In moderate to severe adult form, seborrheic dermatitis has characteristic thick, oily, yellowish-brown crusts, mild to severe skin inflammation and redness, and intense pruritus. The pruritus may be especially intense on the scalp, ears and eyelids.
When lesions are on the scalp, seborrheic dermatitis and psoriasis may be almost indistinguishable from one another. In patients with a genetic predisposition to psoriasis, seborrheic dermatitis is believed to trigger psoriasis or evolve into psoriasis.
The following photos show some typical presentations of seborrheic dermatitis:
Seborrheic dermatitis on the scalp and face of a 29-year-old woman. The reddish, scaly patches were difficult to correctly diagnose.
Seborrheic dermatitis on the scalp and face of a man.
Seborrheic dermatitis on the face of a woman.
Seborrheic dermatitis on the chest of a man.
Seborrheic dermatitis presenting as "cradle cap" on the scalp of an infant. (Photos used with permission of the American Academy of Dermatology National Library of Dermatologic Teaching Slides)
The occurrence of seborrheic dermatitis is thought to be associated with a reaction to the overgrowth of yeast on the surface of the skin in genetically susceptible individuals. The treatment of adult seborrheic dermatitis is directed toward decreasing yeast on the scalp and affected areas, loosening and removing the thick scales, preventing secondary bacterial infections, and reducing inflammation and pruritus. There is no known cure for seborrheic dermatitis, however the routine treatments available from your dermatologist control the disease in the majority of patients.
All content solely developed by the American Academy of Dermatology
For an overview, visit the AAD pamphlet Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis.
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"We are excited to include handmade crafts at the market," said Farmer's Market North Committee chairman Robert Rominger.
"Our committee believes handmade items will attract a new set of shoppers, which will mean more overall traffic and sales."
The Bradley Farmers Market North, located on Urbane Road, currently offers fresh fruits and vegetables, canned goods, plants, eggs and baked goods.
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Database Indexing as Easy as Fruits and Vegetables?
John Snyder, DTR, RD
Have you or anyone you know at work ever said, "Why is this report taking so long to run?" or "Why is it taking so long to find this patient record?" It is possibly because of indexing or lack thereof. So, what is an index?
Ask database administrators or developers and they most likely will answer that "indexes create groups of like data in a database." (LOL...clear as mud right?) Think about it like this. Imagine you walk into the fruit and vegetable section at your local grocery store to buy five plums. At the grocery store, all the fruits and vegetables are just mixed together on a table, and you need to go through each piece and determine if it is a plum before putting it in your cart or discarding it and checking the next item. This is an example of unindexed objects.
The amount of time it would take to find five plums depends on the size of the mound and the number of different fruits and vegetables included. Now, go to a grocery store in which all the fruits and vegetables are organized in their own bins. All you need to do is find the bin (ie, index) with plums and pick out five plums. You have just experienced an index and its benefits!
Indexes create groupings of like items, so that it is faster to find them. Indexes are all around you, even at home and work! Dietitians probably index their workdays without realizing it, that is unless they do not try to see all the patients on one floor before moving on to the next floor just so they can get more exercise.
The faster a computer can find all the information, the faster it can return it to you. So, the next time a new report is taking a long time to run, ask if indexing is possibly the culprit. The response might surprise you.
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4K Random Read/Write
Each QD for every parameter tested includes 300 data points (five minutes of one second reports) to illustrate the degree of performance variability. The line for each QD represents the average speed reported during the five-minute interval.
4K random speed measurements are an important metric when comparing drive performance, as the hardest type of file access for any storage solution to master is small-file random. One of the most sought-after performance specifications, 4K random performance is a heavily marketed figure.
The WD Red falls into a predictable spot behind the faster Se and Re drives. The Red averages 147 IOPS in the 4K random write test.
The Red scores closely with the faster drives, and averages 136 IOPS at QD256.
Our write percentage testing illustrates the varying performance of each solution with mixed workloads. The 100% column to the right is a pure write workload of the 4K file size, and 0% represents a pure 4K read workload.
The WD Red provides solid performance as we mix in heavier write workloads, closely matching the Se until we reach the pure write workload.
The Red delivers 79.1% of I/O's in the 200-400ms range, and 20.8% at 100-200ms.
We record the power consumption measurements during our test run at QD256.
The Red averages 5.48 Watts during the measurement window, significantly lower than the faster drives.
IOPS to Watts measurements are generated from data recorded during our test. The Red delivers an average of 26.4 IOPS per Watt for 4K random writes, and 22 IOPS per Watt for 4K random read access. It remains remarkably close in IOPS to Watts in comparison to the faster HDDs.


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NH's 1835 executive home restored and refurbishedBy HOLLY RAMER
The Associated Press | November 25,2012CONCORD, N.H. Ratty. Moldy. Neglected. Gross.
First lady Susan Lynch remembers being struck by the sad condition of New Hampshires official executive residence the first time she saw it a decade ago. But it wasnt until last week that entering the house moved her to tears.
I just started to cry because it was so beautiful, she said. I couldnt even imagine it could turn out this well.
Lynch, a physician, knew the first time she saw the historic home that she wanted to help restore it someday, though she had no idea then that her husband would become governor. Soon after he was elected in 2004, she launched a major fundraising campaign to transform the house into an elegant showcase of the states history and culture.
The project was completed this month, just as Gov. John Lynch prepares to leave office after four terms. The timing is a bit bittersweet, his wife acknowledges.
It wouldve been wonderful to have this home to use, she said. But even though John and I dont get to use this as governor and first lady, we feel really good about getting this done so the state can have it.
Built in 1835, the two-bedroom, brick Greek Revival house located three miles from the Statehouse was the home of former Gov. and U.S. Sen. Styles Bridges from 1946 until his death in 1961. Eight years later, his family gave the home and its contents to the state to serve as the governors residence, though just one Republican Meldrim Thomson ever lived there. That was in the 1970s, and parts of the house reflected the era from the harvest gold appliances in the kitchen to the shag carpeting in the barn that was turned into a meeting room during his tenure.
The old barn was torn down during the renovation project and replaced with a formal great room, where large paintings of New Hampshire landscapes flank the fireplace. The rooms color palette combines deep gold with accents of midnight blue, and antique furniture reupholstered in silk adds to the sophisticated style.
Elsewhere, a porch was converted into a dining room and the kitchen was doubled in size. Curiously given that New Hampshires nickname is the Granite State the dark green granite countertops came from a Vermont quarry. New Hampshire materials and artists are featured extensively throughout the house.
In each room, designers were asked to draw inspiration from one or more pieces of furniture left behind by Bridges, who served as governor from 1935 to 1936 and as a senator for 25 years after that. In the master bedroom, it was a chest of drawers, which interior designer Cindy McLaughlin considered the only nice thing in the room.
This room, when I took over, was awful, said McLaughlin, of Upstairs Downstairs in Manchester. It had this Mediterranean, king-size bed. It had draperies that were tied back with plastic.
But the renovations were more than cosmetic. A bathroom was added on the ground floor to be accessible to visitors with disabilities, the security system was upgraded and a new climate control system was added to protect the antique furniture. Before the renovations, rodents and bees were a problem, the porch roof leaked and the cellar was so full of mold that several antique chairs stored there disintegrated when they were picked up, Lynch said.
The Friends of Bridges House organization raised $660,000 for the project, and time and items donated by contractors and designer amounted to $300,000 or so more, McLaughlin said. Fundraising was a challenge given the economic recession, Susan Lynch said.
A smarter person might have turned around then, but I had done so much groundwork and gotten so many good people together, I knew if I said were going to put it on hold, wed never get it back together, she said.
Lynch hopes future governors will use the home as a quiet place to meet with business leaders interested in relocating to New Hampshire or as guest accommodations for visiting dignitaries. She also hopes the home will be the setting for tours, art exhibits, concerts and other meetings. In the immediate future, there is a series of tours and lectures planned, including a candlelight tour Dec. 15 and a family day Dec. 16 that will include Christmas carols sung around the grand piano in the living room.
I see this house as an ambassador for New Hampshire, Lynch said. I think its a place where, when you walk in, you should immediately get a sense of whats special about New Hampshire, from its history, to its furniture makers and craftspeople, to its artists, to the modesty of the home itself, and the rural surroundings. It really depicts New Hampshire well.MORE IN NewsHARTFORD, Conn. Full Story -
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"Traditions at the Glen Foundation" will improve the quality of life in the Southern Tier through charitable giving.
As host to and organizer of various fundraising events over the years, Traditions Resort has given back to our community in many ways. The Traditions Foundation has been established to expand it's positive impact on our community.
A percentage of casino earnings will be designated annually to fund the Traditions at the Glen Foundation.
Through a competitive process, grants will be awarded to not-for-profits within the community, region and state.
Traditions at the Glen Foundation will impact those less fortunate who are in need of services and make a positive difference in the quality of life for everyone.
Currently our 1st and 2nd quarter donation goal has already been fulfilled. Please fill out the form on the contact page for future donation requests.


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The Event
We are incredibly proud to bring you The Sydney Skinny for a third year in 2015.Our modest ambition is to make the world a slightly nicer place one swim at a time.
There are no times or racing, just waves of swimmers being set off to run into the
water with a flash of exhilaration and the sheer enjoyment of a lovely
When - Sunday 1st March 2015
What is the distance - there are two distances you can chose from and don't forget it is and un-timed swim & therefore NOT a race!
The Sydney Skinny swim is a short 900m swim, around the diamond shaped course in the calm and sheltered waters of Middle Head.
nudie Novice swim is an even shorter 300m swim, to a point in the centre of the Sydney Skinny course and back.
Where - Cobblers Beach, Middle Head, Sydney Harbour National Park, Australia. This wonderfully calm and protected beach faces north-west, hence provides us with idyllic conditions for a lovely swim course.
Age restrictions - All participants must be over 18 years of age to swim Skinny
Start time - Event site opens at 8am and we'll be finishing up at 3pm
Swim time - Swimmers will select the wave they want to swim in, with waves starting at 9am.
Privacy - This event is a private, fully ticketed event and we will not allow spectators on the beach. We want everyone to feel comfortable and the excitement of doing something that can't do at just any beach... swim in your skin!
Where will we be clothes free? The only area where people will be clothes free is on the beach. The Festival area is not nude/clothes free - so you and other swimmers will only be bare running from the beach into the water!
For more information about The Sydney Skinny go to our FAQs page
Why Participate?
- Reconnect with your sense of adventure.
- Experience a truly joyous, fun and memorable day.
- Strike a blow against destructive body pressure & practice greater self acceptance.
- Be a part of one of the world's unique and iconic events in beautiful Sydney.
- As the shortest, flattest and easiest swim on the calendar it is the perfect 'starter swim' introduction to the world of ocean swimming.
- Raise money to assist in the rejuvenation and protection of Sydney Harbour National Park and other important National Parks & Wildlife projects.
Entry Information
The Sydney Skinny is a ticketed swim, however the festival area (clothed) is open to everyone. All people on the beach will be there to participate in swim and be a part of the excitement of the swim - there is strictly no spectators.
As with previous years, we will have restricted access, to the beach, for media and photographers to capture some of the fun and excitement of the swim. In 2015 waves 1 & 2 will be open to media and photographers ONLY. After the completion of the 2nd wave, ALL media and photographers will be escorted from the beach, with the help of our protective Abacus Security team. Meaning all swimmers from wave 3 onwards will be comfortable knowing that everyone down on the beach will be baring all too!
- The Sydney Skinny - $35 + booking fee & the media waves (1 & 2) are $40 + booking fee.
- Supporters - everyone is welcome into the Festival area for free, which has various different stalls, food and activities for Sydney Skinny supporters to enjoy.
New Year Joy Deal - To celebrate the new Year we have a special offer for you! Get 4 tickets in waves 3-12 for only $110 + booking fee, that's a $50 saving.
*Supporters will not be permitted to access the beach, only the swimmers will be able to go to the beach. If a supporter changes their mind and wants to swim on the day the entry fee is $50 cash.
How to enter - go to the entries section of the website where you can register securely online for all swimmers and supporters. There is also a download hard copy form if you would prefer.
Donating - Through the well-known and trusted Everyday Hero fundraising portal, anyone can become a fund raiser and start asking their family or friends to donate funds for our cause, directly to Foundation of National Parks and Wildlife. In addition to building a fundraising page, or perhaps as a more simple option, you can simply add a donation amount while completing your entry into the event.
We are currently working through various new transport options for the 2015 event - we will update you as soon as plans are confirmed.
The following was prepared for the 2014 event - our aim is to access more transport for event participants in 2015.
Please ensure you allow enough time to arrive prior to the marshaling time for your swim, 20mins prior to your selected wave start time.
By car – we encourage everyone to use public transport to and from the event. There is all day parking along Middle Head Road, there are parking spaces at George's Heights Oval and there is limited metered parking at Middle Head National Park.
Private Buses – The Sydney Skinny will be providing private mini buses from 8am to 2pm with a return service from Mosman Junction (from the corner of Middle Head Road and Muston St) to Middle Head Sydney Harbour National Park. The buses will be stopping at all bus stops along Middle Head Road and will have a Sydney Skinny sign and are free for everyone to use. Please note: the buses will not stop between Taronga Zoo Wharf and Mosman Junction.
By Ferry – The ferries commence from Circular Quay, platform 2 at 9am arriving at Taronga Zoo Wharf from 9:12am, Sydney Skinny buses will be on rotation between the Taronga Zoo Wharf, Mosman Junction and Middle Head till 2pm. This ferry route is known as the F2 route see Transport NSW for more information
Transport App - Try 'Trip View Sydney' app for all public transport options.
Bus Options
By Bus - There a many bus routes that travel from Sydney CBD and North Sydney.
- Bus no. 244 & 247 from Wynyard to Mosman Junction from 6 -30am
- Bus no. 190 from Haymarket to The Spit Junction from 7am
- Bus no. 190, 178, 180 from Wynyard to The Spit Junction from 7am
- Bus no. 143 & 144 from Chatswood to The Spit Junction from 8 -14am
- Bus no. 169 & 173 from Allambie Heights to The Spit Junction from 8am
- Bus no. 190 from Palm Beach to The Spit Junction from 7am
- Bus no. 230 from Miller St (corner Berry St) from 8 -43am
- Bus no. 184, 180 & 178 from Brookvale to The Spit Junction from 7am
* These bus times and routes were accurate at the time of publishing, please check with Sydney Buses prior to event day to avoid disappointment
Swim Course Map
Are you ready to get your Skinny swim on?
"The dash from the shoreline into the waves will be the hardest bit but once I am in the water - what the hell!."
"It will be great fun and very exhilarating to strip off and dive into the waves. Thank goodness it's going to be Summer!"
"'I'm quite shy and I have never swam naked before. But there is no embarrassment - it will be great fun."
"I'm very proud to and excited to be joining in this unique event - it is something I will be able to tell my grandchildren..."
"… what better way than in a great community event like this - I like the idea that clothes, constraints and inhibitions are left on the sand".
"Wonderful idea. Love it."
"We are born naked. who cares who sees your body – be naked with nature for a great cause. The more the merrier…."
"WOW. Can I just say, what an event this is! So interesting and different! Good on ya! :)"
"I heard about this morning, and booked flights from Perth to do it! Wahoooooooo"
"Coooool! Looking forward to it!"