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People to People: Meet the Intellectuals, Athletes & Artists of Cuba
Program Number:
Start and End Dates:
1/20/2013 - 1/29/2013
2/18/2015 - 2/26/2015
2/23/2015 - 3/3/2015
2/25/2015 - 3/5/2015
3/2/2015 - 3/10/2015
3/4/2015 - 3/12/2015
3/9/2015 - 3/17/2015
3/11/2015 - 3/19/2015
3/18/2015 - 3/26/2015
4/6/2015 - 4/14/2015
4/8/2015 - 4/16/2015
4/13/2015 - 4/21/2015
4/15/2015 - 4/23/2015
4/20/2015 - 4/28/2015
4/22/2015 - 4/30/2015
4/27/2015 - 5/5/2015
4/29/2015 - 5/7/2015
5/4/2015 - 5/12/2015
5/6/2015 - 5/14/2015
5/11/2015 - 5/19/2015
5/13/2015 - 5/21/2015
5/18/2015 - 5/26/2015
5/25/2015 - 6/2/2015
5/27/2015 - 6/4/2015
6/1/2015 - 6/9/2015
6/8/2015 - 6/16/2015
6/10/2015 - 6/18/2015
6/24/2015 - 7/2/2015
7/1/2015 - 7/9/2015
9/30/2015 - 10/8/2015
10/7/2015 - 10/15/2015
11/11/2015 - 11/19/2015
12/9/2015 - 12/17/2015
12/23/2015 - 12/31/2015
1/20/2016 - 1/28/2016
1/27/2016 - 2/4/2016
2/10/2016 - 2/18/2016
2/17/2016 - 2/25/2016
2/24/2016 - 3/3/2016
3/9/2016 - 3/17/2016
3/16/2016 - 3/24/2016
9 nights
Price starting at:
$4,700.00 -
Price may vary based on date, departure city
Program Type:
; Independent City Discoveries
Activity Level:
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see description
24; 9 Breakfasts, 8 Lunches, 7 Dinners
Meal Options:
In the heart of Havana, join local artists, performers, dancers and entrepreneurs for an intimate and insightful look at private enterprise, arts, dance and music in Cuba. Discuss the local art scene with artists. Music and dance come to life as you attend rehearsals and private performances with well-known Cuban dance companies and musicians. Meet with artisan farmers and vivacious seniors in the Matanzas region. Enjoy a beachfront location in Varadero.
� Meet Cubans engaged in private enterprise, including a joint Cuban-American company.
� Attend a rehearsal by a Cuban dance company and enjoy an opportunity to speak with the dancers about their performance.
� Enjoy interactions with a local Community Arts Project, an organic farmer and a senior dance club.
Activity Particulars
Walking and standing up to 2 hours / one mile at a time with high sidewalks and cobblestones. Participants must be able to walk unassisted.
Round trip charter flight from Miami to Cuba is included. Road Scholar is authorized to travel to Cuba under OFAC License #CT-2014-308137-1.
Cuban-born people who emigrated to the U.S. before 1971 are allowed to travel to Cuba with only their US passport, and Cuban Visa PE11. At this time, due to constraints upon international banking, Cuba is not processing the PE11 visa for People to People visits, only emergency Humanitarian reasons. Regretfully, there is no indication of when this might change and at this time, Road Scholar cannot ensure the ability to obtain the PE11 visa, therefore cannot take the enrollment. (All regular Tourist Card Visas for Cuba are already obtained on behalf of participants.)
Due to the nature of this program, listening devices are not available.
Date Specific Information
This program date operates with 3 nights in Havana, 2 nights in Varadero and 2 final nights in Havana. All included program elements will remain the same. The detailed itinerary will be sent with the final information booklet
Itinerary Summary
Arrival Miami, Fla., 1 night; flight to Havana (Cuba), 5 nights; coach to Varadero, 2 nights; coach to Havana for flight to Miami.
Arrival Miami, Fla. 1 night
Flight to Havana (Cuba) 5 nights
Prepare for your experience to Cuba during orientation in Miami. Engage with Cubans in private enterprise including a joint Cuban-American publishing company. Delve into Cuba�s art history as you explore the Havana Museum of Fine Arts for added insight. Learn about the process of owning and operating an independent dance company versus working for a government owned company. Spend a morning at a senior community center and take advantage of this opportunity to hear stories of how life has changed in Cuba over the decades. Take in a performance by a musical group. Enjoy expert-led excursions showcasing the beauty of Old Havana.
It's a time of rapid change on the island of Cuba. After decades of restrictions, dynamic Cubans seize new opportunities created by pro-free-enterprise reforms. Havana�s �yank tanks� (classic American cars) are increasingly joined by late model imports. Literacy and health care statistics outpace many developed countries. At the same time, some Cubans still lack access to goods as basic as toothpaste. It�s a fascinating moment to discover Cuba and meet with its people as they look to the future.
Miami: Hotel near airport. Havana: Historic landmark hotel on the Malec�n. Varadero: Oceanfront hotel.
Meals and Lodgings
Courtyard by Marriott Miami Airport South Hotel
Miami, USA
1 night
Hotel Nacional de Cuba
Havana, Cuba
6 nights
Meli� Las Americas
Varadero, Cuba
2 nights
Courtyard by Marriott Miami Airport South Hotel
Explore a full range of attractions within minutes of Miami Airport hotel's front door- including Downtown Miami, South Beach, University of Miami, the Miami Beach Convention Center, Coral Gables and countless golf courses. The airport is 10 minutes from the hotel and offers a free shuttle service from the airport to the hotel which runs every half hour. Look for a red colored Marriott shuttle curbside at the "Arrivals" level.
Contact info:
1201 N.W. Lejeune Rd.
Miami, FL 33126 USA
phone: 305-649-5000
Room amenities:
AC, hair dryer, cable TV, telephone, free in room high-speed internet
Facility amenities:
Business center, pool, fitness center, restaurant on-site, room service
Smoking allowed:
Elevators available:
Additional nights prior:
Contact Road Scholar Travel Contact Road Scholar Travel Services for details.
Check in time:
Hotel Nacional de Cuba
Four-Star Hotel
Located in the center of the city, the hotel stands on a hill just a few meters from the sea, which offers a great view of the Havana Harbor, seawall/malecon, and the city. The Hotel Nacional de Cuba was declared a National Monument and was inscribed in the World Memory Register.
Contact info:
Calle 21 y O, Vedado, Plaza
Havana, 10400 Cuba
phone: + 53 7 836 3564 al 67
Room amenities:
Air conditioning, safe, radio, TV, minibar, phone, hairdryer
Facility amenities:
3 Restaurants, swimming pool, bar, 24 hour room service, business center with computers that have internet access (open from 9:00AM-7:00PM). The hotel has unreliable WiFi service. There is internet service at the hotel however, it is very expensive and very slow. The Hotel Nacional de Cuba charges 2.5 CUC�s for 15 minutes of internet access. PLEASE NOTE: If you exceed that time and use 16 minutes, you will be charged for two(2) 15-minute intervals.
Smoking allowed:
Elevators available:
Meli� Las Americas
Located beachfront on Varadero Beach, near the the Plaza America Convention Center. Five-Star All Inclusive Resort with 340 rooms.
Contact info:
Crta. de las Morlas, Cuba.
Varadero, Cuba
phone: +011+53- 45- 66- 7600
Room amenities:
Air conditioning, coffee maker, safety deposit box, pillow menu, health center nearby, clothes hangers in the bathroom, temperature control, 20 volt outlet, plug for electric shaver in the bathroom, full-length mirror, rooms for smokers and non-smokers, breakfast table and chairs, minibar, assorted minibar, umbrella, iron and ironing board, door with peephole, hair dryer, 24-hour room service, telephone, terrace or balcony, satellite TV, golf course and garden view
Facility amenities:
Craftworks, boutique, trips and optionals desk, foreign currency exchange, internet connection (additional cost), reception desk, art gallery, rooms for smokers and non-smokers, hammocks, mini market, laundry and dry cleaning services, fax service, 24-hour medical service, taxis, gift shop, private transfers in cars (upon request), 24-hour room service Restaurants: Il Limoncello, La Arcada, La Robleza BBQ, La Terraza, Sakura Health and Beauty: Cardiovascular equipment, gym, whirlpool, massages, beauty parlor, sauna Pools: hammocks, towel service, lounge chairs service
Smoking allowed:
Elevators available:
Travel Details
Start of Program:
The program begins with orientation in Miami followed by dinner on day one of the program. Please arrive at the hotel by 4 PM. You will be staying at
Courtyard by Marriott Miami Airport South Hotel
that night.
End of Program:
The program ends upon arrival of the charter flight in Miami on day nine. Avoid scheduling connecting flights that depart within 3 hours of the scheduled arrival time. You will be staying at
Meli� Las Americas
the night before.
Required documents:
The Road Scholar Health & Safety Form is required. Elderhostel is licensed under the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) under the U.S. Department of Treasury for participants to travel to Cuba on a Road Scholar program. Participants will receive a copy of this license prior to travel to Cuba in Miami, during orientation. In addition to the Health and Safety forms, each participant is required to submit an Affidavit of Participation, Charter Reservation form, and a clear copy of the passport picture information page prior to departure. These forms are at the end of the First Information Packet and must be completed, signed, and submitted to Road Scholar eight weeks before the program start date. IMPORTANT NOTE: Any participant born in Cuba, regardless of current nationality, must advise Road Scholar immediately as additional forms and costs may be required.
Parking availability:
Parking is available at the Marriott Courtyard. Please contact the Courtyard directly for the parking cost. The current cost for parking is 15 USD a day (subject to change).
(For Independent Travelers)
To Start of Program
Transportation to site:
The Courtyard Miami Airport South Hotel offers a complimentary shuttle to/from the Miami airport, which departs the airport every 15 minutes. Upon arrival in Miami, there is no need to call the hotel, as the shuttle circles every 15 minutes on the departure level (2nd level) 5am to 1am daily. Look for the red and white shuttle with the Marriott logo, marked with the Miami Airport Marriott, Courtyard and Residence Inn logos on the side (this information is taken from the hotel website and is subject to change without prior notice).
From End of Program
Nearest highway:
Cuba�s national highway, the Autopista.
Nearest airport:
Havana International Airport
Transportation from site:
A group transfer from the hotel in Varadero to the Havana airport for our return charter flight is scheduled for all participants.
The prices listed for commercial services and facilities that are not included in the program cost, such as airport shuttles or extra nights lodging, are subject to change without notice. Since Road Scholar cannot guarantee the accuracy of these prices, we strongly suggest contacting the companies directly for the most up-to-date information.
Daily Schedule
Day 1:
Arrival in Miami / Program Orientation
(Sunday, January 20)
Arrive To:
PLEASE NOTE: This day-by-day schedule should only be used as a guide since program elements are subject to change as availability is controlled by the Cuban government. Individuals will arrive at the Miami International Airport with an independent transfer to the hotel using their free shuttle service. Upon arrival at the hotel, check in and relax until orientation. Please arrive no later than 4 PM.
The Road Scholar Group Leader will be in the hotel lobby at 4:45 PM to accompany the group to the orientation room. Welcome and orientation begins at 5:00 PM followed by a presentation by a member of the Cuban American community in Miami to hear about the Cuban American experience.
Dinner at the hotel.
Courtyard by Marriott Miami Airport South Hotel
Meals Included:
Day 2:
Fly to Havana, Cuba / Revolution Plaza / Check into Hotel Nacional
(Monday, January 21)
Breakfast boxes at the Miami hotel.
Very early morning departure from the hotel to the terminal (final flight times will be confirmed during orientation). The Road Scholar Group Leader will meet the group in the hotel lobby to transfer to the airport. Please be in the hotel lobby with your luggage and be ready to depart the hotel 15 minutes before departure schedule. Transfer to the airport and check in to the charter flight to Havana (PLEASE NOTE: Flight times are subject to change and will be confirmed in the Final Information Packet). Upon arrival in Havana, enjoy a welcome greeting by an experienced bilingual Cuban Guide, who will be with us for the entire program. Along the route, visit the famous Revolution Square in Havana and learn about the monumental events that have taken place there. On some buildings facing the square, you will notice monuments of several Cuban heroes; this is a great opportunity to take a group photo.
Lunch at local restaurant
Depart for a driving excursion of Havana's sites to get a sense of the city. See the capitol, malecon, U.S. Interest Section, La Rampa, and Havana University. Upon arrival at the hotel, enjoy a guided exploration of the historic Hotel Nacional's beautifully preserved sprawling property, including a historical overview featuring pictures and folklore about its many famous past guests including: Frank Sinatra, Marilyn Monroe, Jack Nicholson, Eva Gardner, John Wayne and many, many more. Check-in, unpack, and relax before dinner.
Walk to dinner at the hotel.
Evening at leisure
Hotel Nacional de Cuba
Meals Included:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3:
Cuban Art / Plaza de Armas (Arms Square) / Artist Collaborative dinner
(Tuesday, January 22)
This day will require walking over cobblestone and uneven streets in Old Havana.
Breakfast buffet at the hotel.
Enter Old Havana to experience the city's historic beauty and focus on the oldest part of the city at the Plaza de Armas (Arms Square). See the Greek-Roman �El Templete' site of the first Mass and town council meeting in 1519. Also, learn about the city's restoration project of its plazas and squares while discovering how and who funded this renovation. Next, visit the City Museum, which was once the Governors palace. People to People Connection: Explore the Havana Museum of Fine Arts, while a local Art Historian discusses the history and evolution of art in Cuba, and the style that has made Cuba a favorite of the art world.
Lunch at a local restaurant.
People to People Connection: Next, meet and have authentic dialogues with a group of local contemporary artists from the Artist Collaborative at their studio to learn about their work and lives. Then, meet with the Jewish community at the Centro Sefaradi Synagogue and talk with the director and get an overview of the large Jewish community of Havana. This synagogue is also affiliated with the Conservative Jewish movement in the United States (PLEASE NOTE: This is a great opportunity to drop off any donations, please see the donation list in this Information Packet for more details).
People to People Connection: Meet with an artist collaborative based in Havana, and join these members for a dinner reception in your honor. Meet each artist and enjoy some time to talk about their art, work, and life in Cuba.
After the reception, enjoy the evening at leisure.
Hotel Nacional de Cuba
Meals Included:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4:
Expert Presentation on U.S.--Cuban Relations / Danza Combinatoria / Institute Superior of Art
(Wednesday, January 23)
Breakfast buffet at the hotel.
People to People Connection and Presentation: Participate in a dialog about the history of U.S.-Cuban relations led by an expert in the field. Listen and understand a Cuban's perspective on the tumultuous relationship between the two countries, and have an open discussion on the topic. People to People Connection: This morning, interact with an emerging dance troupe of renowned dancers from the Danza Combinatoria, and enjoy unique interactions (PLEASE NOTE: This activity may be substituted with another performing art group).
Boxed lunch with the performance group; this is a unique opportunity to have intriguing conversations.
People to People Connection: After lunch, learn about art education in Cuba today, and meet with students and faculty at an art school. This is a rare occasion to talk directly with students and faculty about thier lives and education.
Dinner on own in Havana. Explore one of the many paladars (home hosted meals) that offers a unique opportunity to meet face-to-face in much smaller groups with local Cubans. This is also an opportunity to go into Old Havana and explore the culinary selection available. A list will be provided of good choices and the Cuban Guide can help make recommendations on site.
Evening at leisure.
Hotel Nacional de Cuba
Meals Included:
Breakfast, Lunch
Day 5:
Las Terrazas Community
(Thursday, January 24)
Breakfast buffet at the hotel.
Coach to the lush tobacco and coffee region of Pinar del Rio. Located about an hour west of Havana, the Sierra del Rosa rio Biosphere reserve known as Las Terrazas, was designated in 1985 as a UNSECO World Heritage site. This area is home to over 85 bird species, over half of them indigenous to the region and not found outside of Cuba. Discover the Las Terrazas community, visit the school and meet some of the students (PLEASE NOTE: This is subject to the school being open), talk with residents, and see art workshops and artisans all while learning about this unique self- sustaining community. Meet with one of the few independent farmers that chose to live outside of the immediate community and learn about life in this rural area. This is very small scale sustenance agriculture.
Lunch at a family-run restaurant at a rustic home garden located on the ruins of an old coffee plantation.
Enjoy the scenic drive on the return to Havana.
Dinner at a local restaurant.
Hotel Nacional de Cuba
Meals Included:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6:
Dance Rehearsal / Senior Center / Havana Plaza Vieja (the Old Square) / Expert Presentation on dance
(Friday, January 25)
Breakfast buffet at the hotel.
Engage with a dance group and see their rehearsal before taking some time to talk with the dancers and learn about their training and careers. People to People Connection: Next, engage with members of a senior community center to learn about the work done by the charity that runs the center. Then, enjoy some time with our host over snacks and drinks to play cards and dominos or just chat about family (PLEASE NOTE: We recommend that you bring postcards of your town with landmarks that you can leave as gifts. These can also be used as great conversation starters. Though, this is the only stop where donations can be dropped off, Road Scholar does make a financial contribution to the center on your behalf. Please consult the list in the information packet for suggested items).
Lunch at a local restaurant.
People to People Connection: After lunch, enter Old Havana to explore the city's intimate beauty and history. In Plaza Vieja (Old Square), discover the finest examples of restoration, which also serves as the market square. Then, explore Camera Obscura which allows for a unique view of Old Havana. Meet with a local dance instructor and learn about the history of dance in Cuba, and explore the various styles and learn why Cuba has such a rich tradition of dance.
Dinner at a local restaurant.
Hotel Nacional de Cuba
Meals Included:
Breakfast, Lunch
Day 7:
Expert Presentation on Cuban music / Cathedral Square / Choir rehersal
(Saturday, January 26)
Breakfast buffet at the hotel.
This morning, learn about the interesting and different styles and types of Cuban music. After, talk with artists and craftsmen at the San Jose Feria Market to learn about the artists and their creations.
Lunch at a local restaurant.
Discover Plaza de la Cathedral (Cathedral Square), in Old Havana, which has boasted an interesting history (PLEASE NOTE: If the Cathedral is open, we will take this opportunity to visit the inside, though, open hours are often changed). People to People Connection: Next, meet with members of a choral group to discuss and learn about Cuban music as they take us on a musical journey through the various musical styles of Cuba. Each song is meant to highlight a style which can generate enlightening conversations.
Dinner at a local restaurant.
Evening at leisure.
Hotel Nacional de Cuba
Meals Included:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8:
Drive to Matanzas and Varadero/ French Pharmacy/ San Severino Fortress / Danzon
(Sunday, January 27)
Breakfast buffet at the hotel.
Check out of Hotel Nacional and board the coach to begin the drive to Matanzas and Varadero. On the way, discover the famous French Pharmacy known as La Botica Francesca, founded in the late 1800's by the Triolet family. See some of the items that would have been found during this time period which are housed in this museum: hand painted porcelain vases, medical recipes, old bottles and jars, medical instruments, labels, mortars, scorpion oil and other seemingly ancient pharmaceutical items. Then discover the San Severino Fortress, built in 1734, it was used to protect the city from pirates and offers a unique view of Matanzas Bay.
Lunch at the hotel.
People to People Connection: Learn about the most traditional dance of Cuba, Danzon and interact with those who practice it. Afterward, check-in to the hotel.
Dinner at the hotel at leisure.
Evening at leisure.
Meli� Las Americas
Meals Included:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 9:
Committee of Discourse and Reconciliation / Orphanage
(Monday, January 28)
Breakfast buffet at the hotel.
People to People Connection: Meet with members of the Committe of Discourse and Reconcilation to learn about the work they do in peace-building and conflict transformation. Next, meet with workers at a local orphanage to learn about their outreach with children and in their local community.
Lunch at hotel at leisure
Afternoon at leisure to pack and get ready for early flight for the following morning.
Enjoy a farewell dinner at the hotel.
Meli� Las Americas
Meals Included:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 10:
Departure to Miami / Return to US
(Tuesday, January 29)
Breakfast boxes from the hotel.
Check out of the hotel very early and drive to the Havana airport for flight to Miami. Charter flight times will be confirmed in the Final Information Packet which is normally sent approximately 4-5 weeks prior to departure. Please do not schedule connecting flights within 3 - 4 hours of arrival in Miami due to possible delays and airport security (PLEASE NOTE: The flight time is subject to change).
Meals Included:
Important information about your itinerary:
Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the information featured on this website. Itineraries are based on our best information at this time. Circumstances beyond our control may require us to adjust itineraries or other details. We regret any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding. Information will be sent to you from your Program Provider approximately three weeks prior to the program start date. The prices listed for commercial services and facilities that are not included in the program cost, such as airport shuttles or extra nights lodging, are subject to change without notice. Since Road Scholar cannot guarantee the accuracy of these prices, we strongly suggest contacting the companies directly for the most up-to-date information.
Suggested Reading List
A Simple Habana Melody, From When the World Was Good
Author: Oscar Hijuelos
Description: An unlikely love story and lyrical tribute to Latin music by the author of Mambo Kings.
Author: Pierre Hausherr (Photographer), Francois Missen
Description: With full-page photographs, introductory essays on history, architecture, music, food and more, this oversized, illustrated paperback by Pulitzer-prize winning journalist Francois Missen and photographer Pierre Hausherr captures the spirit of Cuba, its people, nature and culture.
Cuba and Its Music, From the First Drums to the Mambo
Author: Ned Sublette
Description: A thorough and entertaining history of Cuba and its music by the popular radio producer, music historian and cofounder of Cuban record label QbaDisc.
Cuba, Art and History from 1868 to Today
Author: Natha Bondil (Editor)
Description: With ravishing color reproductions of murals, posters, paintings and photographs, this magnificent book documents the history of art in Cuba from independence.
Cuba, What Everyone Needs to Know
Author: Julia Sweig
Description: Director for Latin America Studies at the Council on Foreign Relations, Sweig traces the geography, history and identity of Cuba in this admirably succinct history of the island nation and its role in world affairs.
Culture Smart! Cuba
Author: Mandy Macdonald
Description: A concise, well-illustrated and practical guide to local customs, etiquette and culture.
Havana Map
Author: Cognoscenti
Description: A colorful map of the city center of Havana.
Havana, A Cultural and Literary Companion
Author: Claudia Lightfoot
Description: An illuminating guide to the city, its history and geography, as the inspiration for writers, artists, musicians and intellectuals.
Havana, History and Architecture of a Romantic City
Author: Maria Luisa Lobo Montalvo, Hugh Thomas (Introduction)
Description: This magnificent history of Havana, featuring 480 color illustrations, shows the city and its growth from Spanish colony to independence.
Inside Havana
Author: Julio Cesar Perez Hernandez
Description: This handsome book showcases the diverse architecture of Havana, from modernist masterpieces to splendid baroque palaces and traditional businesses such as the Partagas cigar factory, one of Havana�s oldest and finest. With expert writing by Hernandez and rich color photographs by Gianni Basso.
Moon Handbook Cuba
Author: Christopher P. Baker
Description: Baker's comprehensive, indispensable guide leaves no stone unturned, covering the natural, cultural and political life of the island with style.
New Art of Cuba
Author: Luis Camnitzer
Description: A survey of Cuban art since 1981, all by young artists who have come-of-age since the revolution, and revised to reflect more recent developments Twenty-four new color plates augment the 200 black and white illustrations.
Our Man in Havana
Author: Graham Greene
Description: The classic story of a British vacuum cleaner salesman who gets accidentally drawn into cold war espionage with disastrous results.
The History of Havana
Author: Raphael Hernandez, Dick Cluster
Description: Co-authored by a Cuban and an American, this multi-faceted history of the city looks at culture, art, politics and economic development.
The Old Man and the Sea
Author: Ernest Hemingway
Description: Hemingway's brief story of a fisherman who after 84 days with no luck finally makes a big catch is also an affectionate portrait of life in Cuba. It won the 1953 Pulitzer Prize for fiction.
Trading with the Enemy
Author: Tom Miller
Description: Miller captures the openness, sensuality and pride of Cuba and the Cubans in this eloquent account of entertaining travels in Fidel's Cuba.
You can't find a better value than Road Scholar.
As a not-for-profit organization, we are dedicated to providing all-inclusive educational programs at great value. From lectures to gratuities to field trips to accommodations - the tuition you pay up front is all that you pay.
Specifically, this program includes:
9 nights accommodations
24 meals: 9 breakfasts, 8 lunches, 7 dinners
Expert-led lectures: 6
Expert-led lectures
Led by one or more of our world-class instructors, typically in a classroom setting, lectures come in the form of presentations, discussions or workshops and offer expert insight into your area of study.
Field trips: 7
Field trips
The world is your classroom, as you're on location with an instructor to pursue your educational theme firsthand.
Hands-on experiences: 16
Hands-on experiences
Learn by doing in these "hands-on" activities directed by an expert.
Visas: 1 (out of 1 required)
Plus these special experiences...
Enjoy an exclusive Road Scholar meeting with members of the Havana Artist Collaborative and discuss their work, Art in Cuba and life in Cuba today.
Enjoy an exclusive Road Scholar meeting with members of a dance company, attend their rehearsal and enjoy an opportunity to talk face to face.
Enjoy an exclusive Road Scholar visit to an Art School to meet with students and faculty to talk about art education.
Enjoy an exclusive Road Scholar opportunity to meet a local Havana community center, share refreshments and conversation with the members.
View the Daily Schedule to see more
And included with all Road Scholar programs:
Learning led by expert instructors who are authorities in the field of study.
An experienced Group Leader attuned to the needs of Road Scholar participants.
Customary gratuities throughout the program that you would normally pay yourself.
The Road Scholar Travel Assistance Plan, providing 24-hour-a-day emergency assistance coverage.
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Efforts to save money will eliminate some regular print features
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Forget impeachment, think criminal prosecution instead
The process of impeaching President Bush and Vice President Dick Cheney would take too long, but criminal charges after they've left office aren't out of the question.
There's no justification for U.S. government spying on citizens
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How to separate the contenders from the pretenders
Image problems abound for both Republicans and Democrats running for president: For Democrats, it's the disingenuous anti-war calls, while the Republicans are too busy trying to out-Reagan each other.
Country now sorely in need of entrepreneurs with vision
The big corporations have a private club where CEOs and CFOs and other big bosses are the only ones who are allowed to prosper at the expense of the working and middle classes.
Events overtake our issue of Parade magazine
The Sunday, Jan. 6, issue of Parade magazine, which featured an interview with Benazir Bhutto was printed and distributed around the country before Bhutto was assassinated.
Problems overseas crowd out interest in U.S. election
Trouble in Kenya and Afghanistan has people's attention more than the beginning of the U.S. presidential campaign.
Missourian's centennial celebration a chance to reflect, improve
The Columbia Missourian and the Missouri School of Journalism will be reaching the 100-year mark this September, giving staff, students and the community a chance to reflect on its history and work toward progress.
Smoking ban is not the reason some restaurants have gone out of business
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3 And it was because of ADONAI's anger that all these things happened to Yerushalayim and Y'hudah, until he had thrown them out of his presence. Tzidkiyahu rebelled against the king of Bavel; | 3 It was because of the LORD's anger that all this happened to Jerusalem and Judah, and in the end he thrust them from his presence. Now Zedekiah rebelled against the king of Babylon. |
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Other Casa D'angelo Opened in 1914, this low-key restaurant, café and bar is a Petrópolis institution, where regulars amble in for a cafezinho (coffee – short, black, strong and usually quite sweet) or a beer at all hours...
Other Teatro Espaço For years the Teatro Espaço has been garnering praise for its famous puppet theater...
Other Chez Michou This well-known spot near Rua das Pedras serves decent crepes (some 36 varieties), but it's better known as a lively drinking and dance destination, with a fun crowd, DJs and various TV screens adding to the stimulat...
Other Ticketmaster This international company sells tickets to shows at Citibank Hall in Barra da Tijuca and the Theatro Municipal in Centro. Tickets can be purchased over the phone or online (you'll need Portuguese) and at Modern Sound.
Other Estádio Olímpico João Havelange Botafogo's home stadium, Engenhão as it's called was built for the Pan American games in 2007 and seats around 45,000. Both Flamengo and Fluminense are likely to play home games here.
Other Ticketronics Tickets for a wide range of shows, concerts and dance performances can be purchased through Ticketronics either over the phone (Portuguese only) or through a distributor like Modern Sound.
Other Star Club This wicked place has entertained people for over 12 years. You'll find glamorous and trashy visitors, bizarre drag shows, karaoke, a dark room and other attractions.
Other Bar Bofetada This place is frequented by gay guys enjoying a glass of beer after the beach. It's a good place to watch the boys doing the catwalk up and down Rua Farme de Amoedo.
Other Champanheria Copacabana An upscale option for those who simply can't gaze across the sea without sipping champagne cocktails (R$12) and eating ciabatta with sardines and capers (R$11).
Other La Cueva This small club caters mostly for bear crowds and the more mature on weekends, but throws great parties on weekdays, especially Tuesday.
Other Copa The Copa, a restaurant, bar and dance club, is a relaxed hangout, attracting an 'intellectual' crowd of guys and girls aged 30 and up.
Other Nescafé Serves nearly 20 varieties of savory or sweet crepes (around R$15), plus breakfast options and, of course, caffeinated drinks.
Other Cabaret Casanova This is one of Rio's oldest clubs, featuring a good mixed crowd, drag queens and slightly trashy music.
Other Cine Ideal An old movie theater, and now an electronic music club, Ideal has an outdoor terrace with views of old Rio.
Other Dama de Ferro This club boasts one of the best electronic-music scenes in town but no one goes until very late.
Other Fosfobox This small underground club has live alternative bands, a mixed crowd and easygoing ambience.


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This has to be short and sweet because I am off to the market in a minute. Motorcycle stuntman Evel Knievel will always be associated with the number 433 (if my info is right). Can you tell us why?
See you after 1:00. TM |
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- Posted by aftermidnight Z8 V. Island B.C. (My Page) on Sat, Jul 14, 12 at 9:14
Mornin' all, I'm taking a break from weeding this morning, Calamity and I are heading down island shortly. We're going on a pond tour in Victoria, should be a lot of fun I'll be back later with my answer and hopefully I'll have a couple of pictures to share. Annette |
- Posted by midnightsmum 4b ON (My Page) on Sat, Jul 14, 12 at 9:31
Ohhh, a pond tour!! Ohhh, a garden market - sadly, I must go to the office!! I wonder if that number is significant to the numbers he was always obsessing about..... Back much, much later!! I get to out after work!! Nancy. |
I was ready to throw out a hint or two, but I have a feeling that this question was too easy for you. So mum's the word. TM |
Anyone need any hints? |
I need clues. Saw one of his shows on my Dad's TV once but I wasn't a follower so those numbers mean nothing to me. |
A whole bunch of years ago I read a cute story in the Humor In Uniform column in the Readers' Digest. There was a soldier whose parents had given him only initials for first and middle names. His legal name was R. B. Jones. When it was time for his first paycheck, the army sent him a letter telling him they couldn't write a check unless he gave them his complete first and second name. With what he thought was perfect logic, he wrote back that his complete name was R(only) B(only) Jones. Sure enough, he got his next check --- made out to Ronly Bonly Jones. --------------------------------- In 1957, there was a guy named Larry Williams who sang a top 40 hit about a girl who was a skinny as a stick of macaroni. I always thought it should have been a stick of spaghetti, but that wouldn't have rhymed with her name. ------------------------------- Do these ramblings help at all? |
- Posted by midnightsmum 4b ON (My Page) on Sun, Jul 15, 12 at 0:26
OK, I thought I knew this this morning....yesterday morning?? Now I am confused!! I was going to say it was the width of the Grand Canyon, his biggest challenge. I thought about Nic Wallenda. OK, wait a minute - would the number 206 have any correlation?? The penny may have dropped with Bony Maroni!! Nancy. |
Bony Maroni, ha, ha, ha, got it now! Would this figure have more to do with his failures than his successes? |
- Posted by aftermidnight Z8 V. Island B.C. (My Page) on Sun, Jul 15, 12 at 9:23
I don't know how many he broke but I know he broke a lot so I'm going with broken bones. The pond tour I went on yesterday was a real treat, saw some lovely gardens too, I have a few pictures but they don't do the ponds justice, too many people around to get a good shot. Annette |
for Nancy and Bobbie. Annette, did you know it? Evel reportedly had 433 bone breakages in his career, which is a Guiness world record. I guess this means he must have broken some of the same bones multiple times. Evel's first name was actually Robert, and he got his stage name in a funny way. According to Wikipedia, as a troubled youth, he earned his stagename after occupying a jail cell next to a man named Knofel, leading the jailer to refer to the pair as Awful Knofel and Evil Knievel (Knievel later changed the spelling of the first name to Evel). Good job, ladies. Cynthia would be proud. TM |
Annette, you snuck in while I was writing the answer. for you too. Glad the pond tour was fun. TM |
- Posted by midnightsmum 4b ON (My Page) on Mon, Jul 16, 12 at 12:46
Thanks for the fun, TM. |
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Kool Kat Dishes About Online Dating
All of you boys and girls come on here to make friends. But sometimes you become more than that. Should you become BF and GF? Back to Article
@josh you so call say that jasmine v ur gf but prove it.
Lol Nope I Met My GF Numerous Of Times Even Spending Christmas With Her
Lol Josh You Right. Haha Im Meeting My GF Over The Summer And Im Bringing My Pops With Me Lol
I Met My GF In Person So I Can Say You Can Talk Offline And Online And If You Aint Sure If The Perosn Is Real Find A Way To Make Sure They Real
Smh those who hate online dating are the ones doing the online dating #FACT
I Hatee Online Datinq , It's Stupid To Me - I Mean U Don't Get To See The Dude In Person Right Away , So What's The Whole Point Of Datinq Online? I Can Understand If You're Grown & Got A Car Old Enough To Fly A Plane & All , But 9 Times Outta Ten , It's Stupid
I'm dating Mitchell(; He is the love of my life. idgaf if people say it's wrong
I'm dating Brad. c:
Annd, he's the love of my life. So I don't give a crap what people say. I love him.
well dont say it to other ppl because thats how they feel
Well my thoughts is you shuldnt online date because you don't know if that person is really who he/she is.
I'm dating someone online and I'm happy. Soo if u find someone online that u love go for it


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Warm and luxurious.
- Gender: Male
- Familiarity: I've put it through the wringer
Great hat! It's seriously warm, so I wouldn't use it for aerobic activities. Beautiful construction and material, so it's sweet for commuting, going out, or keeping warm after strenuous activity.
Banning Lyon
Me and the Ibex on Bishop Pass
Banning Lyon
Warm and cool
Kick ass hat. The review below mentioning that it doesn't cover your ears must have been mistakenly written for another hat, because its absolutely not true. This things easily pulls down to cover my ears entirely, without looking like that guy from Fat Albert. Instead, the wearer gets to look like a stylish, Fez wearing Shriner in the backcountry.
And PS, this thing is WARM. Also, the dark blue color is very nice, but I prefer my older red one, since its Shrinertastic.
PPS. You can see in the photo that it easily pulls down completely over my ears.
Steven Jones
I agree. It definitely covers the ears.
Steven Jones
Great hat.
This hat is very warm and soft. It breathes well and regulates temps well.
Way too small
Warm yes, but tight and small not covering ears
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I would not wear this for outdoor sports like running or x-country skiing. It is way too warm and yo will be sweating.
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Hmmm... I have this great photo that I love about a friend lighting a cigarette. Is that ok?
Has the auto-tone become useable?
So am I getting this right? This is a "competition" organized so a healthcare company can get a picture for free instead of paying a photographer? Really?
Some old school photographers seem to have problems accepting m43 in the Canikon ballpark.
(in French)
Yep, entries should be curated...
TomFL: Lack of image resize seems to be a basic missing feature. Although I understand the export resize meme, I get some files such as way too big scans or a set of large photos that really don't need to be maintained at full resolution as examples. Simply too much disk space. Round tripping to PS seems crazy just to resize a photo.
Lossy DNG may be helpful here.
Well the whole idea is non destructive editing so...
Ok but what about the editorial line? No more editorial line? If an official review says camera X is so so, a blog says it's a wonder and an article trashes it... all this within the dpreview website... what about the authoritative value of dpreview statements?
thx1138: The photos show why this camera is no better than a P&S. Every single shot has almost infinite DOF. Even at f/3.5 there is zero subject isolation. I can possibly understand the sensor size, but cannot understand the lens choice. You have to ask yourself why go to the trouble of developing this system in the first place and giving it supposedly great AF, fast shooting and then saddle it with lenses that are the reason you'd want to move on from a P&S in the first place. It's like putting a 300hp engine in a corolla but leaving it with stock tyres, brakes and suspension. The lens speed should have been in proportion to the sensor size.
I cannot see what possible niche this is wanting to fill. What person would want a camera with such high AF performance and speed, yet be totally undiscerning about lenses. What person wanting to step up from a P&S would want to pay more than products that have bigger sensors in cameras that are not bigger and are far cheaper?
100% with you on that one. This is doomed to fail...
vFunct: It looks like this is the best consumer camera on the market.
This camera instantly made the Sony & u43 systems into useless junk.
u43 and Sony NEX sucks because the sensor is too big and uncompetitive against Nikon's DX system.
You're a funny troll you know...
I actually like it that these are the guys who will be running Pentax from now on :)
Bjorn_L: *Useless review*
This sort of rubbish is FAR below DPR standards.
You left off several rather important criteria.
How about print quality from a printer?
How about cost per page? This is the tie breaker for most printer purchases. For example, the Canon & Epson a3+ printers have nearly identical out put (edge to Epson), but the cost of ownership of the epson is 3-4 times as high.
Actual print speed vs claimed?
Speed in other areas (power on, etc)
Is there a power consumption difference? Might be useful for small shops/home use where the internet capable printer is likely to stay on 24/7.
All you covered was scanning. I mean.. yippy, skippy! Scanning is the least used function in the digital age. Nice to have for older stuff, but this is not "what to with old analog" photo review. It is *DIGITAL* Photo review!
ps: how about more reviews relevant to this title. Why even bother branching out when lens and camera reviews only cover 10-20% of available models?
Paddy, for lens review, you have photozone.de. I believe here's is a generalist photography gear website with focus on cameras. I dıo agree, though, tyhat this review should have been more comprehensive...


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The band/artist I have seen the most live has been Phish for over 5 years.
3 of my other top bands/artists I have seen the most live are Further, STS9, String Cheese
On my night off you could probably find me Jamming
One of my favorite shows was MSG NYE 2014
A fun show memory is uhhhh
My favorite venue is Hampton
My astrological sign is Cancer and that gives me the right to be an asshole
If you like me, you'd better like Phish and Food
If I could play any instrument it would be bagpipes
Two things that are important to have in my life are poster tube and poster portfolio
I would love to learn how to speak Latin
The quickest way to my heart is through my penis the quickest way to my bed is also through my penis
If im not out seeing live music I am usually read
A song that usually gets stuck in my head is the circus music
If i could choose anything off the dinner menu it would be bacon cheeseburger
Usually dance down or Chill /absorb/ head-nod
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Re:what about the innocent? (399 comments)
Umm... no.
MACs are supposed to be unique. With most network devices (not just Xboxen) you can force the device to use a specific address that you make up (possibly causing a problem if the MAC is already in use in your broadcast domain) but real use of this ability is pretty rare.
In any event the first few bits or a MAC are assigned per manufacturer (many manufacturers have more than one) and then they are supposed to go through the rest of the bits assigning a unique set to each device they make.
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In war on poverty, early gains and a long stalemate
LBJ launched a major national battle 40 years ago this week.
Sam Nicholson is broke. Things could be worse - he's got his own bed to sleep in, and food stamps help. But the retired cabbie's teeth need to come out, he's got little hope of seeing a dentist soon, and a cold wind is whistling outside Raleigh's Morgan Street soup kitchen.
That's an actual cold wind, not a metaphorical one. Lately temperatures in Raleigh have been unusually low.
"Matters are only getting worse in this country," says Mr. Nicholson. "People are losing jobs and can't afford medical help or insurance." Forty years ago this week, President Lyndon Baines Johnson declared an unconditional war on poverty in America. Today that war is not over, and there's a question as to whether the US or poverty has the upper hand.
Big-screen TVs are blowing out the doors of retailers, but 34 million Americans still live below the poverty line. The US GDP is roaring ahead, but the nation still has the worst child-poverty rate in the industrialized world. Still, some in the front ranks say they haven't given up hope. This is one fight where there may be a certain kind of victory in the struggle.
"If the question is, 'Are we winning this war?' I'd say yes," says retired lawyer Bob Slaughter, who cooks and serves at Morgan Street. ""Every day that one of these folks doesn't have to go hungry, we're winning."
In his State of the Union address on Jan. 8, 1964, LBJ both proposed a legislative program and challenged the country. The legislative war on poverty was to be a multipoint program aimed at getting Washington, the states, and local authorities to work together. It included a massive expansion of the food-stamp program, job training, youth employment, and special aid for Appalachia, among other things. Hospital insurance for the elderly - today's Medicare - was part of the effort.


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The difference between Tiger Woods and my dog is that my dog has the utmost of respect for me. |
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- Posted by sylviatexas (My Page) on Thu, Dec 17, 09 at 15:40
Good! & your dog always means it when he kisses you & tells you you're the only goddess of his universe. |
oh boy (I guess delusions run in packs) |
He's no longer Tiger and is now known as Cheetah Woods |
he's been named athlete of the decade AND he plays golf, too! :O |
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How to Put a Printer on a Windows XP Network
A network printer is any printer up for grabs on the network. Officially, it's a shared printer. It can be a printer connected to a PC on the network, where the computer operator has elected to share the printer, making it available for anyone else on the network to use. Or, it can be a printer directly connected to the network.
It might seem odd to have a printer out there, all by its lonesome, connected to the Internet. It happens. It can happen in one of two ways.
First, you can add a USB printer directly to the network's router, if the router features a USB connection. After connecting the printer, access the router's control program to complete its setup.
Second, you can add a printer directly to the network, if the printer has an Ethernet port. Simply connect the printer to the network and turn it on. Use Windows to hunt for the printer before you can use it on your PC.
After the printer is turned on and connected to the network, you can direct your PC to use the printer. The first thing to do is see whether the printer came with its own software installation disc. If so, use the disc and follow its instructions. If not, add the network printer for use in Windows XP by following these steps to set up a sole, lonely network printer:
Open the Printers and Faxes icon in the Control Panel.
Choose Add a Printer.
The link is on the left side of the window.
Click the Next button.
Choose the option A Network Printer or a Printer Attached to Another Computer, and click the Next button.
Choose the option Connect to This Printer, which is the second option.
Type the printer's IP address into the text box.
The IP address should be available from the printer, either on its control panel or by printing the printer's information sheet.
Continue with the printer setup.
At this point, the setup can change, depending on how Windows recognizes the printer. As long as contact is made with the printer over the network, you can then do the rest of the steps.
When you're done setting up the printer, print a test page. It confirms that the printer is connected and working.
There's no need to make the network printer your PC's default printer.
Obviously, there's no need to configure a network printer when it shows up automatically in the Printer's window.
If the printer is connected to the network by using one of those tiny printer server dongles, you probably need to configure the printer by using the software that came with the printer server dongle. The configuration program either allows the printer to be used on the network, on your PC, or it provides you with the IP address you can use for these steps.
You might also be able to get the printer's IP address from the router configuration program. The printer's IP address is listed along with the IP addresses assigned to all devices connected to the router.
The printer should set its IP address by using DHCP. You don't need to know what this term means, but you must make that setting if you're given a choice.
Power that comes from an electrical outlet in the wall or power strip.
A circuitry board that, when added to a computer internally, increases that computer's capabilities; also called an expansion card.
An account for the manager of a computer or network. An Administrator account offers significantly more privileges in managing the PC compared to a Standard account.
Accelerated Graphics Port; a type of computer video expansion.
A type of inkjet printer that can also act as a scanner, fax machine, and copier.
A kind of software used for productivity or to create things (the software that does the work).
A wireless hub, which connects a computer network.
A type of wireless network standard used for short distances with devices such as cell phones and laptops.
Any high-speed Internet connection, whether provided through cable, DSL, or satellite.
The range of radio waves over which wireless devices communicate.
A means of accessing the Internet that runs through your cable TV coaxial connection.
A key on a keyboard that, when pressed to make active, causes letters to appear capitalized on the monitor's display when you press the corresponding letter key on the keyboard.
A video upgrade card that can capture incoming analog video signal and convert it to digital video.
The container that stores ink or toner for use in a printer.
A Category 5 networking cable used to connect a computer to a network hub.
Compact disc; a removable storage medium that can hold data, text, and graphics.
A type of drive that you can attach to your computer in order to copy data from your PC to a recordable CD or DVD.
The metal frame on which your computer's internal components and circuits are mounted.
An integrated computer circuit containing many elements connected on a single unit.
A group of chips that work together to perform a specific task or function. For example, a motherboard on a computer contains chips for the BIOS, CPU, memory, expansion slots, and other components; this collection of chips is the motherboard's chipset.
An electrical device that provides a path for electrical current to flow.
A legacy port found on the console's I/O panel.
The main computer box, although it may also be called the system unit or the CPU (which is incorrect). It's a box that contains your computer's soul, its electronic guts. On the outside, the console sports various buttons, lights, and holes into which you plug the rest of the computer system.
The circuits that control data transfer to and from a disk drive (floppy disk, hard disk, or optical disc).
A charged wire in a laser printer that draws the toner off the drum onto the paper.
Central processing unit; A computer component, often called a processor and microprocessor, whose speed determines how fast your PC operates.
Cathode ray tube; an older type of computer monitor that offers better color quality than an LCD monitor.
The blinking icon on the computer screen that shows you where the characters you type appear; also called an insertion pointer.
Digital audiotape; A type of computer backup drive that copies data to a tape.
Power that comes from the battery that powers a laptop.
Double data rate; A computer DIMM memory module that's still in general use.
Memory modules that double the data transfer rate between your RAM and your motherboard.
A normal computer setup; A type of computer made up of a PC console, monitor, mouse, keyboard, and any additional attachments. A desktop PC isn't easily portable.
A kind of computer Internet connection that uses existing phone lines.
A means of storing, transmitting, manipulating, or reproducing data, images and sounds by using groups of electronic bits represented by 1 and 0.
Dual Inline Memory Module; A standard type of computer memory module.
Dual in-line memory module slot, a small circuit board that holds memory chips.
A driver used by games, graphics, and audio programs in Windows.
A component of a computer that reads information from and writes information to a certain kind of disk.
The information that appears on your computer screen.
A contraption used to hold a PC's internal disk drives, an optical (DVD) drive, and a hard drive.
A special type of program that allows specific computer hardware to work.
Digital Subscriber Line; a type of Internet connection that takes advantage of unused frequencies in existing phone lines.
A CPU made up of two independent processors combined onto a single integrated circuit.
Digital video; used to describe camcorders that record video digitally.
Digital video disc; a removable computer storage medium that has a larger capacity than a CD.
A disk drive in or attached to your computer that can read information from DVDs and CDs.
A type of printer that transfers heated solid due from a ribbon to specially coated paper, producing continuous tones, like those in a photo produced from a negative.
A protocol for assigning dynamic IP addresses to devices on a network.
Extended Data Output; an older type of computer memory module that's used on only old Pentium motherboards.
Enhanced Integrated Drive Electronics; a type of hard drive.
Adapting work or working conditions to suit the worker.
The standards and protocols used by Windows for networking.
A circuitry board that you can add to a computer internally to expand that computer's capabilities.
A slot on a computer's motherboard available for adding expansion cards, which add new components to the PC.
Another name for a peripheral.
External devices such as peripheral hard drives, DVD drives, flash drives, or memory card readers.
A component of a printer in which you place paper that you want the printer to take and print on; also called a paper feed.
A technology that sends data as light at high speeds and in large amounts.
A binary (not physical) container that holds a chunk of information stored in a computer.
A software or hardware device designed to block unauthorized intruders from gaining entry to an individual computer or a network.
A type of computer connection that you can use to attach various devices to your PC; most often used to connection DV camcorders.
Same as IEEE 1394 port.
A keychain-size storage unit that saves files on memory cards; you can plug it into your computer and access it like any other external hard drive.
A special type of computer memory that works like both RAM and ROM; information can be written to flash memory, but that information isn't erased when the power is off.
When a game controller rumbles or provides resistance to your hand that matches the action on-screen.
Front Side Bus; the primary pathway between a computer's CPU and memory.
A device that you attach to your computer that allows you to input movement and actions when playing a computer game.
A game controller that features a flat surface and many buttons.
Graphics processing unit; the chipset used on your PC's video card.
The circuitry that runs the computer monitor and controls the image that the monitor's screen displays.
A computer's monitor and graphics adapter.
A disk drive on your PC that can store the greatest amount of information and access it in the quickest manner; therefore, it's the main source of permanent storage.
The physical part of a computer — anything you can touch and see, such as the computer console, monitor, keyboard, and mouse.
The I/O jack where you plug in your headphones or external speakers.
Headphones that include a built-in microphone for online communications and game playing.
A computer function by which it saves all the computer's memory (everything the system is doing), then turns the computer off.
A common connection point for devices in a network.
A feature of certain Pentium processors that makes one physical CPU appear as two logical CPUs, overlapping two instruction streams in order to achieve a gain in performance.
Also called FireWire; a type of connection that you can use to attach various devices to your computer, similar to USB.
A type of computer printer that uses an ink ribbon and some device to physically bang the ribbon on the paper.
A type of computer printer that lobs tiny balls of ink directly on the paper to create a printout.
Information sent to and received by your computer.
The blinking icon that appears on your computer screen at the location where characters you type appear; also called a cursor.
Input/Output; the two kinds of activity that a computer engages in — it accepts input from outside devices and gives you output information in a variety of forms.
An identifier for a computer or device on a TCP/IP network.
An infrared computer port that can be used to communicate with devices such as PDAs and other laptops.
Industry Standard Architecture; the oldest type of computer expansion slot, used now mainly for compatibility with older expansion cards.
The device you type on; it's the primary way you communicate with the computer, with input.
A specialized, small printer that can create all kinds of labels on label tape.
A portable computer.
A type of computer printer that uses a laser beam to create the image, giving a crisp and fast output.
Liquid crystal diode; A type of computer monitor, also called a flat-panel monitor, that's thin and uses relatively little electricity.
Light Emitting Diode; a display and lighting technology used in almost every electronic product.
A specific port on older PCs to which you would connect a keyboard, mouse, or printer. These ports have been gradually phased out on PCs and replaced by the versatile USB port.
The I/O panel jack where you plug a traditional audio-producing device (stereo, VCR, and so on) into the PC for capturing sound.
A computer network that spans a relatively small area. Most LANs are confined to a single building or group of buildings.
To identify yourself on a computer by entering a user name and password.
To tell Windows that you're done using the computer without actually turning off the computer; you must log in to use it again.
To identify yourself on a computer by entering a user name and password.
To tell Windows that you're done using the computer without actually turning off the computer; you must log in to use it again.
A storage device that's essentially the same thing as flash memory, although media cards are designed for use with various gizmos, such as digital cameras and MP3 players.
Temporary computer information storage which is emptied when you turn off the computer; also called RAM. The term "memory" also refers to the physical chips capable of holding data.
The most recent form of permanent computer storage technology. The general term applies to all the different types of solid-state storage devices. Six main types of memory cards are available.
A narrow printed circuit board that holds memory chips.
The I/O jack in which your computer's microphone plugs into.
Your computer's main hardware chip that determines the speed at which your computer can work; also called the processor and CPU.
Musical Instrument Digital Interface; rather than digital audio, a MIDI file gives the computer directions on how to play a song — kind of like how a program is a set of directions that tells your computer how to accomplish a task.
This special version of the IEEE 1394 connector is designed specifically for digital video and for connecting digital cameras.
A standard computer connector used to connect a microphone to your PC.
The most popular PC configuration, where the desktop computer sits upright on a desktop or tucked away below the desk.
Modem is a contraction of modulator-demodulator. A device that converts digital data from a computer into analog data for transmission over telephone lines by modulating it into waves. At the other end, a modem converts the analog data back into digital form by demodulating it. Cable modems also convert data but that information may stay in digital form.
Where you connect your PC's dialup modem to the phone jack in the wall. If two phone or modem holes are on the I/O panel, the second one is for a telephone extension.
A key on a keyboard that works in combination with other keys to do various tasks.
Being made up of a number of individual pieces that can each be replaced without having to change the whole.
The box and hardware that make up the part of your computer that displays information, it's output.
The main circuit board of a microcomputer, which contains essential PC components, such as the processor and memory.
A helpful device that lets you work with graphical objects that the computer displays on the monitor.
A device built into a laptop that emulates a standard mouse. Also called a touch pad.
A specialized sound card that contains a hardware encoder/decoder, which speeds up your PC's ripping and MP3-playing performance.
A portable device that allows you to listen to your songs when you're away from your PC.
A video card specifically designed for encoding and decoding Motion Picture Experts Group digital video (usually from a DVD).
A group of two or more computer systems linked together. Components of a network include a networking adapter, cables, and a hub.
Where you plug in a local-area network (LAN) connector or where you attach a broadband modem to the PC's I/O panel.
A device that interfaces a PC with a network.
Network information card; Ethernet networking hardware that your computer requires to connect to a network.
Another name for a laptop.
New Technology File System. The standard file system used for Windows NT, 2000, XP, and Vista. NTFS is preferred to the older FAT32 system. NTFS improves system performance, reliability, and disk space use, and it also offers improved security. For example, you can set permissions for individual files as well as directories to control access by other users.
A key on a computer keyboard that, when pressed to make active, makes the numeric keypad on the right side of the keyboard produce numbers. When the Num Lock key is inactive, you can use the numeric keypad for moving the text cursor.
The keypad that allows you to type numbers when the Num Lock key is on.
Optical character recognition; a program that allows the computer to read text from a scanned item and convert it to text that you can edit.
Open Graphics Language; a 3D graphics language developed by SGI, which has become a de facto standard supported in Windows (among other) computers.
Anything that the computer produces.
A small hand-held, battery-operated computer.
The portion of a computer printer in which you store the paper that the printer eventually prints on; also called a feeder tray.
The location on a computer printer where the printer paper comes out and is stacked.
A computer connection that used to be the primary means of connecting a printer to your computer; still used with some printers and peripherals.
Frequently found on laptops, this credit-card-size card contains a hard drive that you can insert into a PC slot to grab data you want to transport.
Peripheral Component Interconnect; the most common form of internal expansion for a PC.
The next generation of PCI PC expansion that communicates with the motherboard quickly and efficiently.
Personal digital assistant; a handheld computerized device.
A type of network, often found in small and home offices, in which each workstation has equivalent capabilities and responsibilities.
A hand-held, pen-shaped scanner with which you can re-create drawings or text as image files.
A device, such as a CD-ROM drive or printer, that is not part of the console. Peripheral devices can be external — such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, monitor, or scanner — or internal, such as a CD-ROM drive, CD-R drive, or internal modem.
A computer printer specifically designed to create photographs that rival traditional 35mm prints.
A type of network cable that's designed to withstand high temperatures, such as inside a heating duct.
A place on a computer where you can attach a device to send and/or receive information.
An adapter card that you can insert into your PC to add computer ports.
A device that provides approximately six electrical outlets into which you can plug your console and peripherals. The power strip also usually provides protection against power spikes and surges.
Where you get the computer's printed output, also called hard copy.
The action that a computer takes on input to produce a different output.
The component of a computer that handles the processing work the computer does; also called a CPU and a microprocessor.
A type of software that may or may not be used for productivity or to produce output, such as a computer game or a video editing program.
A type of connection dedicated to the kind of keyboard and mouse that feature this connector.
Random access memory; a computer component that allows you to store data.
Rambus memory modules are much faster than the standard DDR modules, but are being replaced by DDR2 modules.
To restart your computer.
A base connected to a power outlet into which you can place a device that runs on rechargeable batteries in order to recharge those batteries.
Storage media, such as a CD, DVD, or flash drive, that can be taken away from your PC.
The number of pixels that your monitor's display can show, both horizontally and vertically.
Something that a computer uses to get work done, such as memory or processor power.
Read-only memory; Permanent memory that can't be altered by the microprocessor.
A sophisticated device used to connect your network; it can manage hundreds of networked computers and handle Internet traffic.
Repetitive stress injury; a physical condition caused by putting too much strain on a joint of the body.
One of the fastest means of connecting to the Internet, by using an outdoor antenna and a subscription to a satellite service.
A device that attaches to a computer and can create a graphics file of an object you place on the scanner (much like a photocopier, only a scanner produces a file rather than a paper copy).
The part of the computer monitor on which information is displayed.
Signifies the number of dots (pixels) on the entire screen.
A key on a computer's keyboard that, when pressed and therefore active, reverses the function of the cursor keys in some spreadsheet applications.
Also called SyncDRAM, these memory modules take the form of standard DIMMs. This kind of module is too slow for current PC use.
An older kind of versatile computer port that can connect a variety of devices to the PC; it has been largely replaced with USB ports.
A 32-character unique identifier attached to the header of packets sent over a network that acts as a password when a mobile device tries to connect the network.
Single Inline Memory Module; a type of memory module that often needs to be added in pairs.
A state in which the computer slips into a special, power-saving setting, like going into a low-power coma.
Instructions that tell the computer hardware what to do or how to act; the brains of the computer.
A circuit-filled gadget that plugs inside your PC to add music and explosions to computer games.
A sound card feature that creates a 3D feeling to the sound being produced by your computer.
A computer connection, which requires special fiber optic cable, that's used for digital audio.
I/O panel connectors used for digital audio. Special fiber-optic cable is required: Audio coming into the computer plugs into the In hole; the sound the computer generates goes out the Out hole.
Devices that emit sound from your computer. Speakers can be external, built into the console or the monitor, or even headphones.
Specifications about how a group of network devices communicate.
A kind of mouse that looks like a pen and draws on a special pad, which translates to the computer display.
A speaker box designed for low-frequency sounds, which gives oomph to the bass in music or adds emphasis to the sounds in games.
A special type of power strip that helps fight irregularities in the electrical supply that runs to your computer.
For surround sound, this is the I/O panel jack into which you plug the rear left and right speakers.
3D environmental audio, created by a set of speakers positioned around the listener.
A type of computer connection that allows you to attach an S-Video monitor, video recorder, or television to your PC.
A device that connects computers in a network and manages the signals between those computers.
The main box of the PC; also called the console. It's a box that contains your computer's soul, its electronic guts. On the outside, the console sports various buttons, lights, and holes into which you plug the rest of the computer system.
A computer designed to give accurate time information for any computer that checks in on the Internet.
A powdery ink substance that comes in a cartridge; used by laser printers.
A standard optical computer connector that creates high-quality sound reproduction.
A PC configuration that has essentially a full-sized desktop console standing on its side, usually on the floor; includes a lot of room for expansion.
A kind of upside-down mouse; you use your thumb or index figure to roll a ball on top of the mouse, while the whole contraption stays stationary.
A power strip combined with a battery to keep your computer running when the power goes out.
A complete revision of a computer program that you use to replace the current program.
Uninterruptible power supply; basically, a power strip combined with a battery to keep your computer running for a short time when the power goes out.
Universal Serial Bus; a computer connection that you can use to attach many different kinds of devices and peripherals to a computer.
A type of computer program that's designed to help you manage the computer, or diagnose or fix problems.
The term for the original PC's serial port.
Video Gate Array; a name used to describe graphics adapters.
The circuitry that controls the image appearing on the monitor's screen; also known as a graphics adapter.
The I/O port where you plug in your monitor.
The most recent version of the Windows operating system.
Wireless access point; a device that brings wireless connectivity to an existing wired network.
A video camera that attaches to your computer and allows you to upload images or video to the Web.
Wired Equivalent Privacy; the encryption for a computer network.
A computer network that spans a relatively large geographical area. Typically, a WAN consists of two or more local-area networks (LANs).
Wireless fidelity; the original 802.11b standard wireless base station.
The most common operating system on PCs.
A security protocol for wireless local-area networks.
A network connected by cables.
Making a connection between computers or a computer and devices without physically connecting them with wires or cables; usually involves using radio signals to send and receive information.
An intermediary device that exchanges information between various configured wireless devices.
A network that features specific equipment, such as network interface cards and routers, in place of wires (copper or optical fiber) for connectivity.
A computer program in which you generate, edit, store, transmit, or duplicate electronic text documents.
Workgroup computing occurs when all the individuals have computers connected to a network that allows them to send e-mail to one another, share data files, and schedule meetings.
Zero insertion force; a type of socket designed for easy insertion in which a lever is pulled down to lock the chip in place.
A type of file compression where one or more files can be placed into a single file archive, which is digitally compressed to take up less room on the hard drive.


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Bullpen lets Tigers down in opener
In relief of Verlander, Coke allows tiebreaking solo homer
NEW YORK -- Justin Verlander left the mound from his Opening Day start with a strikeout and a fist pump. The work he had put in all winter to get in midseason form paid off to an extent on the big stage of Yankee Stadium and a national television audience.
Verlander couldn't do anything, though, about another big Opening Day for his former teammate, Curtis Granderson. The right-hander couldn't be blamed, though, if he wishes he could open the season with results like that.
"I enjoyed watching him play with us -- I can't say I enjoyed watching him today," Verlander said after Granderson's tiebreaking seventh-inning home run off Phil Coke helped send the Tigers to a 6-3 loss on Thursday. "But I wish him the best when he's not playing us."
Verlander was back in the Tigers' dugout when Granderson struck his third straight Opening Day homer, continuing a streak that began in 2009 as a Tiger. It took all Verlander had to keep the Tigers even with the Yankees through six innings. It wasn't until after Verlander left that the Yankees outpitched them.
"The long ball beat us," manager Jim Leyland said. "They hit a couple of balls out of the ballpark."
One of those home runs came off Verlander -- a three-run shot from Mark Teixeira in the third inning that seemingly had the Tigers' ace headed for another long afternoon in his fourth Opening Day start. He had topped 60 pitches through three innings, including a 31-pitch opening frame in which he overcame back-to-back walks to hold New York scoreless. Facing a first-pitch temperature of 42, a damp breeze and an early drizzle, Verlander had little feel for any pitch other than his fastball, which stayed at 95-96 mph on the stadium radar gun.
But as the game rolled along, Verlander physically adapted to the conditions, finding a little more feel. He then called upon a little more guile.
"Obviously, coming out of the spring that I had, this is not the result that I wanted," Verlander said. "But when you kind of take it back and look at the whole big picture, I was somewhat pleased, especially after the way the first couple of innings went. I was able to tone down and pitch about as good as I could.
"There was the one inning I threw primarily all fastballs -- the fourth -- got a decent feel for my mechanics and where I needed [them] to be, and then kind of expounded upon that with some offspeed stuff and just mixed in some different pitches once I got the feel that I wanted."
That goes against the usual Verlander script. He can hit top velocity with his fastball late in outings, when most hitters expect a pitcher to wear down and run out of gas.
Verlander retired nine straight until Alex Rodriguez doubled off the fence in right-center field with one out in the sixth. Once Robinson Cano followed with a walk, Verlander stepped up again, spotting a 96-mph fastball off the outside corner to get a called third strike on Nick Swisher. After Jorge Posada worked the count full to send the runners in motion, Verlander answered with an 85-mph changeup that dropped as Posada swung and missed.
Asked if a younger Verlander would've reared back, the right-hander answered, "Probably, especially there at 3-1, 3-2 [counts]. But I'm trying to become a better pitcher. I'm trying to mix things up a little bit, not to say that I won't do that if it comes up again."
The last time Verlander and Granderson played on the same field as teammates, Granderson made a diving catch that essentially saved Game 162 for the Tigers in 2009 and forced a one-game tiebreaker with the Twins. It was Granderson's next-to-last game as a Tiger before Detroit dealt him that winter; Austin Jackson and Phil Coke came over from New York.
Granderson's diving catch in the first inning to rob Will Rhymes, who now wears Granderson's old No. 28, looked eerily similar. But it did not draw cheers out of Detroit.
"Curtis played a great game today, all around," Rhymes said. "He made a few really good plays. I felt as a team, we hit the ball really well. It was just one of those days."
Granderson also made a catch in full retreat, sprinting to deep center field to rob Brandon Inge, another ex-teammate, of extra bases in the ninth. But it was Granderson's homer that put the Tigers down.
The Tigers converted Coke to a starter this spring, but they have him in the bullpen until they need a fifth starter on April 9. With Joel Zumaya sidelined, Coke was back in his old setup role of sorts, this time enlisted to protect a tied score. Once he fell behind Granderson on a 2-0 count, however, Coke was in trouble.
Granderson showed improvement against left-handed pitching last year under the tutelage of Yankees hitting coach Kevin Long. Once he got a fastball over the plate from Coke (0-1), he turned on it.
"I went out there and just couldn't throw the first couple over the plate," Coke said. "Next thing I know, I'm down 2-0. Next thing I know, the ball leaves the yard."
Said Leyland: "He just got behind on Granderson. He left no doubt what was coming. He charged it."
It would've been a stranger feeling last year, with the trade and the emotions still fresh. It feels different to Granderson now.
"You start to realize you've got to do what you do," Granderson said. "You've made friendships, you continue to make friendships with new teams and that's what I'm continuing to do now. Nothing's forgotten in Detroit, but the history starts to set in. It's another year removed, another day removed and another game removed."
It's another Opening Day without a win for Verlander. But it wasn't for a badly pitched game.
Jason Beck is a reporter for MLB.com. Read Beck's Blog and follow him on Twitter @beckjason. This story was not subject to the approval of Major League Baseball or its clubs.


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Nigel Adkins has insisted that everyone at Southampton will be sticking together through the tough times and he has no fears about being sacked.
Adkins has done a tremendous job at St Mary's since taking charge in 2010, guiding the club to back-to-back promotions to lead them from League One to the Premier League.
Saints have had a difficult start to the new season, though, and Sunday's defeat at home to Tottenham left them in the relegation zone with just four points from nine games.
However, Adkins does not believe chairman Nicola Cortese will be looking for a replacement in the near future.
"I'll get time from the board," he said. "You need to be confident and positive.
"We're all working hard for each other. We have regular meetings for all employees and I told them that we've had plain sailing in recent years with back-to-back promotions. But this season it is going to be a bit choppy.
"But you have to stick together and come through the storm. Then you say, 'Well done'. It's a great challenge and one we are enjoying.
"No-one said it was going to be easy. This is the hardest league in the world and we are giving a good account of ourselves."