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We are at the shoreline of Lake Superior, ½ acre of land with 200 ft of shoreline. There are steps to the ledge rock below where you can listen and watch the waves and catch the lake breezes. The changing nature of the lake will grab your attention and sometimes create a sense of awe. Since the property is on the shipping lanes leading to Duluth, you will see the huge boats of the lake, and also the fishing boats of the local restaurants.
The home has beautiful views of Lake Superior, the family room revealing a sun drenched panoramic view. Nature is on display through the various views of other rooms. A screened-in-porch, lakeside deck, outdoor seating, and patio dining enhance the outdoor experience. A screened in gazebo also offers solitude and refuge from everyday stress.
There are two large bedrooms with comfortable mattresses, a sofa sleeper (with view of fireplace and lake) and additional mattress padding. The family room is adjacent to the kitchen and porch. There is also a dining room, piano, living room with original stone fireplace, and a TV room with leather couch, chair and ottoman, and views of the lake. For those who want to cook, the kitchen is fully furnished with cooking utensils and a electric stove and full sized refrigerator. For those who want to dine out, there are
fine restaurants in the immediate area, and other dining choices from the familiar to the unique.
The two cities of Duluth and Two Harbors are within a 15 minute ride. Both cities offer festivals, shopping, and yearly events. Knife River is only 2 miles away and is the site of a large sandy beach, a marina, the Knife River, and the Superior hiking trail. Local smoked lake trout is available for you to buy, and fishing/boating excursions are for hire at the Knife River marina.
Once you are here, you will wish you never had to leave. The charms of the North Shore are various and within a day's drive from The Bon Aire at Greenwood Cliffs. As often as you visit, there is always more to explore. The natural beauty and rugged history are part of the experience.
Keywords: lower floor of home: see review Jan 8, 2011, renter may be on site
My husband and I live in a condo in the heart of the Twin Cities. The Bon Aire is our spiritual refuge away from the noise and crowding of city life.
Chris Schousboe purchased this house in 2002
I wasn't looking for a vacation home, but I ran across it online and fell in love with it. Some day we will retire to the Bon Aire. There is nothing else like the North Shore and Lake Superior.
The home is larger than most would predict with almost 1500 sq ft. This allows for privacy and room to spread out. A new remodel upstairs opens this area to downstairs renters for an additional fee.
My girl friends and I stayed at the Bon Aire this past weekend. We had stayed here once before, and we knew then that we would be back. Being UMD alums, we have an affinity for Lake Superior, and Bon Aire quenches that need. The beautifully decorated home sits right on a cliff overlooking the beautiful water of Lake Superior. Despite being a cold winter, the lake is not frozen, so we could sit outside and listen to the waves crash. There is plenty of outdoor seating, a deck, and an outdoor firepit, if that is your cup of tea.
Because we had 5 girls with us on this trip, we opted to inquire about the studio upstairs. The reasoning behind this was really two-fold. 1) So we'd all be a bit more comfortable for sleeping, as the upstairs has another bed. and 2) we were so curious to know what was up there, because we had seen the door before! (curiosity never dies, right?). So after talking to the owner, who is incredibly personable and easy to connect with, we booked the studio. When we arrived at the Bon Aire, the main level was like coming home. We knew where the rooms were and how the layout was. It felt good to be familiar. Then we got to explore the upstairs! And wow! We were so pleased with it. It's bright and the view is breath taking. I cannot say enough about the natural light. Plus there is a little deck, which is really the roof that can be used as a viewing area. It's really perfect. The space had a flat screen tv, vcr and dvd player, and I believe it was connected to the satellite (though I never watched tv). The wifi was also strong upstairs too. The space had a table for two, a writing desk, a very comfortable sofa, and a double bed. Be careful on the double bed though; it's in the slanted part of the roof, so if you were to sit up too fast, you could possibly hit your head. I never did actually did this while sleeping up there, but I could totally see it as a potential. The studio also has a bathroom with a pedestal sink, toilet, and a tub. The tub is deep and also within the area of the house where the roof slants down. Because of this, the tub is a true tub, which you must sit, despite there being a movable shower hood on a metal house. The main level has a shower, but because I wanted to full studio experience, I tried out the upstair's tub. I was pleasantly surprised;t he bath was great! Beyond this, the studio has a small kitchen with everything you need too. The space is bright and beautiful. Perfect add.
The Bon Aire at Greenwood Cliffs was an ideal spot for a weekend on the North Shore. The beds were great, we had everything we needed in the kitchen, and plenty of space for four people. The location makes it easy to get to North Shore outdoors activities (Two Harbors, Gooseberry, etc.) as well as Duluth. The fantastic view of the lake from just about every room was a wonderful treat. We'll be back!
We planned a trip during winter to have a snow filled Christmas. Although we did not get that in Duluth the week of Christmas the Bon Aire at Greenwood cliffs more then made up for it. The home is beautiful well stocked and well maintained. It is right next to the lake with scenic views a wonderful front and back yard. The whole experience was great comfortable relaxing and quiet. I would highly recommend this place to anyone who would be respectful of the property. We will 100% be returning as soon as we are able.
The four of us needed accomodations for a wedding we were attending in Duluth. The Bon Aire at Greenwood Cliffs was a wonderful place for us to also enjoy a weekend getaway. The home is beautiful and furnished wonderfully. It's right on Lake Superior and very easy to get to from scenic Hwy 61. If you're looking for a really nice place to stay while you're visiting Duluth or the North Shore, I'm sure Christine would be as delightful to work with for you as she was for us.
Thank you for the wonderful accommodation. I read reviews before we booked and they said they didn't want to share you. I now know what they were talking about! Everything was supplied and the view was wonderful especially in the morning eating breakfast or just savoring a cup of coffee! We could have stayed there all day but took in the local sites. We have been to the area several times in the past but were glad to get reacquainted. It was a last visit for my husband's 92yr old mother who was glad she came. She always says at her age it's her last time because at 92 she doesn't make long time plans! It was perfect for her limitations, just a little shaky on the steps down to the rocks but she was determined to do it one last time. She was just fine and we will definitely be back. Thanks, Chris for a wonderful time.
House was very well kept and beautiful view of the lake. Weather was not so good so the fireplace was a nice touch to stay warm.
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28 Oct 2014 - 28 May 2015
2 night minimum stay
for 2 nights
|Notes: Rates are based on 2 guests; add $5 per night, per additional guest
29 May 2015 - 24 Oct 2015
3 night minimum stay
for 3 nights
|Notes: Rates are based on 2 guests; add $5 per night, per additional guest
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2 night minimum stay
for 2 nights
|Notes: Rates are based on 2 guests; add $5 per night, per additional guest
|Refundable Damage Deposit
|House cleaning
|$40 + Tax
|Tax Rate
|Rates are subject to the number of people renting. Rates are higher for Grandma's Weekend and holidays such as Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years. If the dates selected are significantly in the future, I can adjust to a 3 payment schedule. **NEW* Studio upstairs is available to rent in addition to the downstairs for a rental fee of $50/nt and a cleaning fee of $25. Please discuss with Chris.
* Approximate monthly price. Actual pricing will depend on the days of the month you stay.
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CITY:Bishop Hill
Taste of Home Cooking School
Free gift bags! Door prizes! Win the recipes featured at the show down to the dishes they're served on. This is a fun filled evening of cooking, laughing and prizes, prizes, prizes! Kick off Mother's Day weekend and cook up some fun in Historic Galena. VIP registration includes Reserved seating with early admittance, private reception with Culinary Specialist Karen Davis, appetizers and a signed, hardcover ""Taste of Home Brunch Cookbook."". Times: VIP – 4:30 – 5:30 reception General admission – 5:30 -7:00 Show time – 7:00"
Thanksgiving with Lincoln Heritage of DeWitt County
Join us for a traditional Thanksgiving meal with a little history as you meet Mr.Lincoln and discover his ties with DeWitt County. The Thanksgiving meal is catered and tickets are available from the Clinton Chamber & Tourism Office.
Springfield Mile Motorcycle Races
Enjoy fast-paced action and non-stop thrills of national level motorcycle racing at its best. AMA ALL STAR TT PRO RACE May 23rd - Gates Open 4 pm, Racing 7 pm AMA PRO RACING SPRINGFIELD MILE NATIONAL RACE May 24th - Gates Open 9 am , Racing 1 pm
Piano and String Artists from Ravinia's Steans Music Institute at Ravnia
Join Ravinia's Steans Music Institute performing a program which will include the music of Tchaikovsky, Souvenir de Florence, Op. 70. This is held in Bennett Gordon Hall and is part of the $10 series.
CITY:Highland Park
Andy Gross Mindboggling Show
Andy Gross is a multi-talented entertainer that combines stand-up comedy, magic and ventriloquism successfully together making him one of the most sought after entertainers in the world. Audiences are absolutely unanimous in their praise of this amazing performer. His voice throwing is amazing to hear and only a few people in the world can throw their voice, it is must hear to believe! Choose from 2 shows, 3pm or 7:30pm.
Geneseo Christmas Tour of Homes
Some of Geneseo's most beautiful and unique homes will be featured on the tour, each with a touch of the Christmas season. The Tour of Homes is sponsored by the Geneseo Alliance of Ladies (GALS). The money goes to help women from our community continue their education or get training to re-enter the workforce.
Pontiac Cruise Night
Bring your antique, classic, or new car to downtown Pontiac and enjoy the fellowship of hundreds of other automobile enthusiasts. The small registration fee is used to support local charities.
Commemorating 150 Years Since the Surrender at Appomattox
Join us in the celebration of the end of the Civil War, Lee's surrender to Grant at Appomattox, with a wide choice of activities and performances spanning two weekends in Galena. You have your choice of a dinner theatre performance of "Remembering Old Galena" at the DeSoto House Hotel with Civil War-era songs by Galena's Bell Choir and the celebratory tolling of church bells throughout the city at sunset, an original theatrical production entitled Peace in Union will be performed multiple times at Turner Hall, Dubuque's Cadenza Choir will perform a prelude of Civil War songs. Be sure to view "Peace in Union" by Thomas Nast and artifacts at the Galena & U.S. Grant Museum.
Pontiac Cruise Night
Bring your antique, classic, or new car to downtown Pontiac and enjoy the fellowship of hundreds of other automobile enthusiasts. The small registration fee is used to support local charities.
47th Annual Fair Diddley® 2015
The 47th Annual Fair Diddley® will take place on on the historic Woodstock Square! Over 300 crafters will exhibit their hand-crafted items! Join nearly 10,000 shoppers at this must attended event! Fair Diddley® will take place RAIN or SHINE!
Chicago Symphony Orchestra at Ravinia
Conductor Nikolaj Znaider and the Chicago Symphony Orchestra will be performing Berlioz Symphonie fantastique and Mozart Violin Concerto No. 3 in G Major, K. 216. Come out and enjoy a concert under the stars at Ravinia.
CITY:Highland Park
54th Annual International Carillon Festival
The International Carillon Festival, in beautiful Washington Park, features concerts by some of the world's finest carillonneurs. Bring lawn chairs and blankets. Don't miss the Festival fireworks Friday evening. LINCOLN AND THE MUSIC HE LOVED - To kick off this year's 54th International Carillon Festival, Park District carillonneur Robin Austin is joined by soprano Gailyn Draper and tenor Jerry Hicks in a special program of music that Lincoln loved. The program will be narrated by Christian McWhirter, author of the new book, Battle Hymns: The Power and Popularity of Music of the Civil War.
Beaches follows two extraordinary friends through 30 years of camaraderie, laughter and sorrow. Vivacious, outlandish Cee Cee and beautiful, privileged Bertie meet as children and become fast friends. From pen-pals to roommates to romantic rivals, Cee Cee and Bertie's oil-and-water friendship perseveres through even the most tragic trials. With a touching vulnerability, Beaches exemplifies the triumph of the human spirit and the bonds of sisterhood.
CITY:Oakbrook Terrace
March to Bourbon Street
"A Festival of the Arts – Celebrating the Mardi Gras Experience" Egyptian Theatre – Downtown DeKalb Saturday, March 28, 2015 7:00pm-10:00pm Presented by: The Egyptian Theatre and Dance Dimensions New Orleans jazz music is an identity to American culture and signature to the Mardi Gras event. Experience a tributary extravaganza that celebrates the local art community with connected talents in music, dance, visual art, costume, and food cuisine at this Bourbon Street Blast. Taking place in the historic Egyptian Theatre in Downtown DeKalb this event will immerse guests into the Bourbon Street experience. Food and drinks will be available while enjoying roaming performers, live visual artists, art on display, a variety of live performances throughout the evening and phenomenal music all night long. This captivating event typical of a big city arts scene is being brought to Downtown DeKalb to celebrate the vast array of artistic talent and offerings in our community. Whether you're an arts enthusiast or looking for a fun night out with friends, the "March to Bourbon Street" will having you dancing in the streets all the way home!
FC3 - Forest City Comic Convention
FC3 at Clock Tower Resort features vendors and artists, local and from surrounding states, all with a pop culture theme, with comic books, movies, toys, card games, RPGs, art, and more. Special guests/celebrities appearing areTerry Pavlet and Angus Oblong with more to be announced. Events include Cosplay Contests, an Independent Film Festival, and a live all geek auction, just to name a few. Family fun for the day and fun for adults at night, as FC3 concludes the FC3 after party commences!
Clinton's Terror on Washington Street Haunted House
Strange things happen when October comes to Clinton. The old VFW Hall is a place no one wants to travel by after sunset. Screams and moans have been heard..Slow moving creatures have been seen around the premises. Find out for yourself what lurks in the shadows when this peaceful central Illinois community becomes home to the creatures of the night. Event dates are Oct 9-10, 16-17, 23-24, 30-31: 7pm-11pm. "Lights On" dates are Oct. 17th and 24th, 5pm-6pm.
WCIA 3 Home & Garden Expo
Calling all handymen and do-it-yourselfers! The 2015 WCIA 3 Home & Garden Expo brings together some of the brightest minds in the industry to showcase home improvement and gardening ideas in Illinois. Shop the vendors, participate in workshops, or simply network with other like-minded individuals. This is the perfect place to get your creative juices flowing!
Deerfield's Annual Fine Arts Festival
Fun for the whole family featuring art from across the U.S., live music, catered festival food, kid's art activities and more! Artists representing media such as painting, photography, jewelry, fiber, sculpture, mixed media and ceramics hail from 20 states will be exhibiting.
Lincoln Trio at Ravinia
The Lincoln Trio's program to include works by Babajanian, Martin and Clarke. This is a Bennett Gordon Hall $10 concert series. Reserved Ticket Price: $10
CITY:Highland Park
Close To You: The Music of The Carpenters
The Carpenter's beautiful, memorable love songs topped the Billboard charts with more than a dozen number one hits. Lisa Rock and her six piece band bring these classics back to the stage.
CITY:St. Charles
Rockford Airfest 2015
Rockford AirFest 2015 at Chicago Rockford International Airport will include a performance by the United States Navy Blue Angels. Preformers will be added as they are confirmed.
Mill Creek Triathlon
An intense 1500 meter swim, 40K bike ride, 6 mile run along with a 400 meter swim, 10 mile bike ride and 3 mile run. Location is the beautiful Mill Creek Park located in Marshall Illinois.
Nearly Sane Trail Half Marathon
The Nearly Sane Trail Half Marathon will be 13.1 miles through the trails of Half Day Forest Preserve (permit pending), onto the trails of the Des Plaines River trail and back to the festival area where you can enjoy your well-deserved beer and hot dog! The start/finish area will be located at Shelter C of Half Day Forest Preserve in Lake County and take place on the beautiful trails of Lake County, which are some of the best that Chicagoland has to offer!
CITY:Vernon Hills
Billy Elliot The Musical
Based on the internationally-acclaimed lm, the smash hit musical Billy Elliot follows a young boy as he trades in his boxing gloves for dancing shoes. In a small town in the English countryside, Billy discovers a passion for dance that inspires his family and his whole community, and changes his life forever. The musical phenomenon is set to an explosive hit score by Elton John. Don't miss this joyous celebration of one boy's journey against the odds to make his dreams come true!
CITY:Oakbrook Terrace
Ribfest Chicago 2015
After being selected and featured on the Food Network's 2014 "Eating America, with Anthony Anderson" and televised to 100 million households and 150 countries, Ribfest Chicago returns with more smokin' music and barbecue as we cook up Chicago's favorite food and music festival. From humble beginnings, Ribfest grew to five city blocks and from 5,000 attendees to 70,000 fans (in 2014). The BBQ component has grown to thirty Chicagoland rib and non-rib vendors, while the quality of entertainment has made Ribfest an internationally-recognized music festival that hosts premier touring bands. But despite its impressive growth and success, the fest has maintained its neighborhood feel. More highlights include the celebrity-judged "Best Ribs" award and "RibMania," the Midwest's only professional rib-eating competition featuring top ranked eaters and sanctioned by IFOCE/Major League Eating. For more information visit www.Ribfest-Chicago.com. WHAT: It's no wonder that Ribfest Chicago has been recognized as Chicago's "Best Food Fest" for the past three years. This festival remains one of the city's best summer attractions. As a nationally-recognized music festival, our twenty original bands are a hot blend of Indie, rock, roots and alt country. The 6th Annual RibMania hosts world ranked pro eaters at the Midwest's only sanctioned rib-eating contest, and families can spend the weekend in Kids Square enjoying entertainment, inflatables, games and more. Ribfest Chicago has contributed $250,000 to more than fifteen Northcenter schools and nonprofits to improve education, assist special needs and fight hunger, in addition to funding chamber projects and annual programming. WHERE: 4000 N. Lincoln Avenue, Chicago WHEN: Friday, June 12, 2015 - 5 pm to 10 pm Saturday, June 13, 2015 - Noon to 10 pm Sunday, June 14, 2015 - Noon to 10 pm
Bishop Hill Civil War Day
A one-time event in honor of Bishop Hill's Company D, IL 57th Infantry offering living history camp of infantry, cavalry, and battle re-enactments. A period fashion show and Ladies Tea is planned to set the stage. Other activities planned are an embalming exhibit and lecture, a hospital tent, and an evening dance in period costumes. Mr. and Mrs. Lincoln and General John A. Logan will be here, will you? For information call the Bishop Hill Heritage Association, 309-927-3899 or visit www.bishophillheritage.org
CITY:Bishop Hill
Orion Community Garage Sale Day
A day to find your treasure searching over 100 sales within the community. Central Park features a pancake breakfast and afternoon pork chops. Open 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Downtown Jacksonville Gallery Hop
Hosted by the Imagine Foundation in historic downtown Jacksonville. Come and hop on the first Friday of every month and check out our downtown businesses! Art galleries, specialty stores, restaurants are just a few of the specialties that await for you when you come! Music, entertainment, food and more!
Old Settlers Swedish Stomp and Skamperoo
Begins at 9 am, Skamperoo starts at 10 am. Over 150 runners each year of all ages enjoy this tradition of family fun running through historic Bishop hill, during the annual 5K run/walk. Runners vie for the coveted hand carved wooden boot trophy, symbolic of the Swedish Stomp. Open to all ages 7 to 107.
CITY:Bishop Hill
Open Water Swim at Lincoln Trail State Park
A rectangular 1.2 and 2.4 mile loop course marked by buoys, lifeguards, rowboats, kayaks and other safety officials. Finish with a brief run of beach sand through finish chute.
Lincoln Funeral Re-Enactment
150th Anniversary Commemoration. Join us as we re-create history in Springfield, IL. Friday May 1: Encampment open to public. Abraham Lincoln Through the Arts presented by Benedictine University at Springfield Saturday May 2: Funeral Train arrives at 3rd St. Amtrak Station. Hearse Procession to Washington and 6th Streets. Opening Ceremony, candlelight vigil, Illinois Symphony Concert. Sunday May 3: Procession to Oak Ridge Cemetery with re-enactment of eulogy, speeches and salutes.
Emerson String Quartet at Ravinia
Join the Emerson String Quartet in an evening of great classical music. They will be performing music from Beethoven, Lowell, Liebermann, and Dvorák. Tickets are $40-$60 for reserved seats and $10 for lawn seats.
CITY:Highland Park
Craig Ferguson Hot & Grumpy Tour: Walking the Earth at the Genesee Theatre
Craig Ferguson entered the world of late night comedy following a diverse and eclectic career that encompasses film, television and the stage. Come out and enjoy him and his stand-up routine. Tickets are $35-$55.
The Legacy Girls-Andrews Sisters Tribute
Andrews Sisters Tribute. Boogie woogie back to the 30s,40s. This renowned trio will capture your heart with their contagious smiles, and delight you as they take you down memory lane.
CITY:St. Charles
Mother's Day Celebration
Nestled in a beautiful country setting just outside the Quad Cities, Lavender Crest Winery in Colona, Illinois features award-winning wines, wine production, a wine tasting room, a banquet center, entertainment, gift shop, espresso bar that serves lunch, wine tours and more. Spend some time with your mother while enjoying a variety of foods. Reservations are required. Open 11 am to 2 pm
Downtown Kewanee Car Show
Cruise in held on Friday night. Saturday Classic and vintage cars roll into downtown Kewanee and line the street for a top 100 car show.
Super Night
If you like fun, food, drinks and winning money then this is the only place for you to be this Saturday night. Each ticket comes with a 2 hour buffet, 2 drinks, a free t-shirt, race program, and live music! Log onto BalmoralPark.com today!
Umphrey's McGee at Ravinia
Umphrey's McGee has been relentlessly innovative in both music and fan relations for many years. Whereas the band's stellar reputation is based on marathon concerts that mix original, technically demanding tunes with complex epics and playful covers (ranging from Toto to Metallica), it has chosen the same kind of attention to melody, song craft, and musicianship. Tickets are $45 for reserved seats and $20 for lawn seats in advance and $25 the day of the show.
CITY:Highland Park
David Adler 35th Festival of the Arts
The David Adler Music and Arts Center is proud to present its 35th Annual Festival of the Arts in beautiful Cook Park located in historic downtown Libertyville, Illinois. Over the last several years, Festival of the Arts has hosted some of the finest work of artists exhibiting in the country. To supplement this fine artistry the festival also presents a variety of children's activities.
Lincoln Presidential Half Marathon
You're invite you to participate in one of the Midwest's premier half marathons. This is the only race where you can immerse yourself in Lincoln history and enjoy a scenic run past the only home he ever owned, his law office, the Old State Capitol where he delivered his "House Divided" speech, and his final resting place in Oak Ridge Cemetery.
Hog Day Stampede
Join us and compete in the four-mile Stampede, a one-mile run and a quarter-mile "fun run" for younger children. T-shirt awards, children under 7 receive a free t-shirt. Begins at 8 am.
Under the Streetlamp at the Genesee Theatre
The dreamy voices of these four lead singers are poised to bring the repertoire of The American Radio Songbook of the '50's, '60's and 70's to a whole new audience! Individually, all four have been featured on Broadway, in film, and on television showcased on The Tonight Show, Emmy Awards and the Oprah Winfrey Show. Their repertoire features doo-wop, old time rock 'n' roll, Motown-era soul classics and exquisite harmonies, including all of your favorite songs from The Drifters, The Beach Boys, The Beatles, The Four Seasons and many more.
Silver Creek & Stephenson Railroad Fathers Day Celebration
All aboard as a 36 ton 1912 Heisler steam locomotive pulls three cabooses, including an antique red caboose reported to be the oldest in the state, and three passenger flatcars for a four mile ride through farmlands and across a bridge 30' above Yellow Creek. Purchase your ticket at the Silver Creek Depot, a turn-of-the-century replica filled with railroad artifacts. Browse for novelties in the Freight House Gift Shop. Visit the Silvercreek Museum filled with early Americana and featuring the 130 ton Cooper Corliss Steam Engine and its over 25' fly wheel. Food will be available at the museum. Train: Adults: $7; Children under 12: $3; Cab Rides: Ask at the Depot; Museum: Adults: $4; Children Under 12: Free.
Tour DeWitt
Tour DeWitt is back! Plans are in the works for a 10 mile, 20 mile, 40 mile and 60 mile ride through beautiful DeWitt County. Watch our websites and facebook pages for more information as the event develops, or contact the Clinton Area Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Office.
Valborg Spring Bonfire
Bring the family and "burn away the old to welcome the new" experience a traditional Swedish bonfire. In Sweden the bonfire, speech and song signal hope in the future. Make this old tradition your own. The Bonfire is held at the Vasa Archives museum. Begins at 6 pm.
CITY:Bishop Hill
St. Peter's Barn Sale
This is a huge event. Great bargains. Antiques & collectibles, books, clothing, seasonal, home decor, furniture, tools, hardware, bicycles, china, glass, much more.
CITY:St. Charles
Midsommar Music Festival
Music and fun for the entire family, participate in musical workshops, jamming sessions and a barn dance with instructions provided. Main stage concerts are held in Village Park. Main Stage Events begin at 11 am, Maypole procession at 4 pm, and Barn Dance at 7 pm.
CITY:Bishop Hill
Hooppole Fun Days
Every kid walks away a winner in this pre-fourth of July celebration. Family floats, antique tractors, children's games: ring toss, select a sucker and a frog/toad jumping contest (bring your own) are just a few to mention. Visit and enjoy local organizations home cooked delicacies and buy a pie. Fireworks at dusk are sure to please. Activities begin at 10 am.
Torment at Twelve Hundred
This theatrical haunted attraction will engulf all the senses with a magnitude of fears. The trail through the woods leading to Dr. E. Vilstien's secret laboratory and Hidden View Sanatorium will make you scream and run for your life. Not recommended for 12 year olds and younger. Open toed shoes and high heels are prohibited! Torment at Twelve Hundred bids you to see what new horrors await. Open: 3-5 10-12 17-19, and 24-26 and October 31. Hours: 7pm to 10pm. Admission is $13.00 per person.
Mill Creek Mayhem
Toughest trail race in the Midwest. Extreme 12K trail run and 1 mile mini mayhem. The footing (What footing?) is hilly, muddy (several water crossings), and loose in places. The trail is not maintained (non-existent) in some places. Expect to be scratched and bruised. Located in the beautiful Mill Creek Park in Marshall Illinois.
Pembroke Rodeo
The Pembroke Rodeo features one of the largest traveling rodeos in Illinois. The rodeo features bare back riding, steer wrestling, calf roping, relay races, barrel racing, flag races and bull riding.
CITY:St. Anne
Murder Mystery Dinner "Cleaver the Beaver"
Detective skills- and a hearty appetite-will be necessary at Alto Vineyards as Upstage Productions presents, "Cleaver the Beaver". Guests will enjoy an exciting murder mystery dinner with a professional cast to figure out the culprit in a lively whodunit mystery, all while enjoying a delectable three-course meal.
CITY:Alto Pass
Annawan Canal Ambush Mini Tri-Atholon and 5K
Experience the stunning Hennepin Canal on a beautiful autumn day. Run on the multi-purpose trail, bike along Patriot Way and paddle down the Hennepin canal to victory! Single and duo entries are encouraged. Location is Hennepin Canal Bridge, Rte. 78 ~ North of Annawan, IL
The Buddy Holly Story
Now in its 25th amazing year, the "World's Most Successful Rock 'n' Roll Musical" continues to thrill audiences on tour in the U.K. and around the world. Viewed by more than 20 million people over 20,000 performances worldwide, Buddy opened in London's West End in 1989, and has been seen on Broadway, throughout Canada, the U.S., Australia, New Zealand, Japan, Germany, Scandinavia, South Africa, the Netherlands and Singapore; wining numerous awards along the way. Buddy tells the story of Buddy Holly through his short yet spectacular career, and features the classic songs, "Peggy Sue", "That'll Be The Day", "Not Fade Away", "Oh Boy", Ritchie Valens' "La Bamba", The Big Bopper's "Chantilly Lace" and many more!
MuckFest MS - Chicago
The run is pure athletic hilarity on a 5K course full of mud, and featuring 15+ outrageous obstacles that will spin, swing and fling you up, down and sideways. Entry fees are $55 by Apr 29 and $105 on race day.
Juilliard String Quartet at Ravinia
The Juilliard String Quartet returns with a program of three B's sure to earn an A+ from every listener. Four selections from Bach's The Art of Fugue, the Baroque master's final study in thematic variation, are contrasted with Berg's Lyric Suite, in which the composer varies a "signature" theme through 12-tone technique. The concert will conclude with Juilliard's own signature: one of Beethoven's quartets.
CITY:Highland Park
Quincy Five Miler & Bear Creek Grunt Rowing Races
The Quincy Five Miler is a 5.4 mile head race on the Mississippi River and Quincy Bay from Hogback Island along the Illinois Shore, through the cut and into the Quincy Bay. Utilizing the same course of the 1st Quincy Boat Race in 1872, the race will begin from the Knapheide Landing. Bring anything you can row, pedal or paddle. $25 per race www.quincy5miler.com or 503-704-2133
Civil War Medical Encampment
Springfield's largest outdoor living history education event. The Encampment presents a variety of programs and activities for the whole family, including musical presentations, demonstrations, exhibits and vignettes. Enjoy the largest outdoor living history event in the area, complete with a Civil War living history camps.
Red Carpet Corridor Festival
Plan to spend a weekend on this self-guided driving tour of towns and rural areas along the "Mother Road." Each town will produce its own event. Ninety miles of family fun waiting for you. Enjoy live performances, art show and kids games during this family fun weekend.
Geneseo Music Fest
A Geneseo tradition reinvented. City Park becomes filled on Friday with the annual queen contest and supper to follow. On Saturday family fun begins with music, children and family activities, food and beverage. Activities begin at 5 pm on Friday and 8 am on Saturday.
Annawan Fun Days
It's all about the kids! Festivities are held at Howe's Park and feature kid friendly activities like an obstacle course, pedal tractor pull, water fights, and the Twinkie train! Evenings offer a movie, food, nightly entertainment, and fireworks – first of the season in Henry County! After the Sunday parade, have a slice of pie or buy one to take home from the annual auction.
Old Capitol Art Fair
Held in historic downtown Springfield, IL, surrounding the Old State Capitol. This Fair has 150 juried artists in a range of mediums, including oil/acrylic, ceramics, photography, jewelry, mixed media, metal, wood, drawing, fibers, glass, sculpture, watercolor, and printmaking. A children's tent for ages 2-15 will be open selling authentic artwork at small prices - a great way for your child to begin a love of art! There will also be a variety of food vendors and musical acts for entertainment.
Geneseo Historic District Spring Open House
Shake off the winter blues and shop historic State Street shops for spring items, dine at the local restaurants, enjoy a cup of coffee and fresh baked goods and have a day filled with Geneseo. Open 4:30 pm to 8 pm
Straight No Chaser at the Genesee Theatre
Straight No Chaser is the real deal, the captivating sound of ten unadulterated human voices coming together to make extraordinary music that is moving people in a fundamental sense… and with a sense of humor. On the road, Straight No Chaser has built a reputation as an unforgettable live act.
Sheep to Clothing at Lincoln Log Cabin
Discover how raw wool from the Lincolns' own sheep is turned into finished cloth for use on the farmstead. Watch interpreters as they weave on the site's mid-nineteenth century Sargent and Martin looms, replicating a period coverlet on one loom and weaving "jean cloth" on the other. After the wool is shorn, visitors are encouraged to participate in the hands-on demonstrations including, sorting and washing the wool, teasing and carding it for spinning, and finally spinning the wool into yarn where some of it will end up being knit into items following nineteenth-century patterns. Interpreters and volunteers will also demonstrate dyeing and felting and will showcase the final step in the process where woolen jean cloth is sewn to make pants for Mr. Lincoln.
Antioch's Summer Arts & Crafts Faire
This newly designed Summer Hand-Crafted Arts and Crafts Faire will feature artisans from around the country. Enjoy more than 140 booths of hand-crafted goods for summer and fall, food and free admission. There will also be plenty of children's free fun including face painting, balloon art and Paint our Town!
Memorial Day Service
An elaborate service, consists of the National Anthem, Pledge of Allegiance, lowering of the flag, Invocation, Civil War Re-enactors, guest speakers, laying of the wreath, benediction, rifle and canon salute and taps.
CITY:Mound City
Kid's Expo
Checkout everything there is to do with kids! Toddlers to teens can enjoy crafts, face painting, costume characters, climbing wall, cover search and much more. Enter to win tons of prizes and giveaways. Over 150 Booths.
CITY:Tinley Park
Quincy Preserves Fall House Tour
Quincy Preserves Fall House Tour featuring seven amazing locations: The Quincy Preserves Annual Behind Closed Doors Home Tour will take place on Saturday, October 17th, from 10 am to 4 pm. For more info visit www.quincypreserves.org
History Comes Alive
Daily Living History Programs at the Lincoln historic sites and throughout downtown Springfield. Most programs are free. For a complete schedule, go to visitspringfieldillinois.com
Quincy Classic Boat Show
Quincy Classic Boat Show! Join us at Kessler Park! Classic boats will be making a 17 mile Mississippi River Run from Mark Twain's home town of Hannibal, MO to Quincy, IL. FREE registration for participants - Also during the event is the self-powered boat sale and swap meet in Kesler Park. For anyone wanting to buy or sell a row boat. For more information or to register your classic boat visit www.quincyboatshow.com
A Carpenters' Christmas
Singer Lisa Rock and her 6-piece band are keeping the Carpenters' holiday tradition alive and bringing their unforgettable Christmas songs to the stage.
CITY:St. Charles
Coronado PAC - John Mellencamp "Plain Spoken Tour"
"The Voice of the Heartland" will play 80 shows including multiple dates in the artist's hometown of Bloomington, Indiana; Nashville, Chicago, Minneapolis, New York, and more. The special guest is Carlene Carter. On September 23rd, Rock & Roll Hall of Famer John Mellencamp will release one of the most distinguished records of his career, Plain Spoken on Republic Records, which includes ten stunningly elegant and soul-searching Americana gems. Plain Spoken is set to be hailed as an unparalleled new chapter in Mellencamp's distinctive songbook. Concert goers will receive a digital download of the Plain Spoken record with purchase of tickets to the tour (One download code per ticket for online and phone purchases only; does not apply to box office or outlet ticket purchases.)
Monster Jam Trucks! - BMO Harris Bank Center
Monster Jam stars the biggest performers on four wheels: Monster Jam Trucks! The twelve-feet-tall, ten-thousand-pound machines will bring you to your feet, racing and ripping up a custom-designed track full of obstacles to soar over--or smash through. The 2015 touring season brings more Monster Jam excitement tailored perfectly for your family's budget, and these colorful, larger-than-life beasts are sure to capture the hearts of both young and old.
Hardin County Heritage Festival
The Hardin County Heritage Festival is held the Friday and Saturday of Memorial Day weekend and celebrates the county's rich heritage and history. The event includes exceptional period entertainment and activities to fill your weekend, including; 1800's outdoor play, Civil War reenactment, pageant, quilt show, duck race, area craft and food vendors. Festivities also include a period ball, a Regal Women's Tea and live entertainment throughout. Events are held in Elizabethtown (Saturday) and at the Hardin County K-12 School located East of Elizabethtown on 146. (Friday night pageant)
Mudderella Chicago
Mudderella is a 5-7 mile long obstacle course event series targeted toward women. With 12-15 obstacles, Mudderella courses are designed to test strength and stamina. There's also a special Muddy Munchkins mini-course for little kids.
Taylor Dane
Don't miss this great performance by Taylor Dane held in the historic Arcada Theater. Make it an evening. Arrive early and enjoy a dinner in one of our conveniently located restaurants before going to the theater.
CITY:St. Charles
REO Speedwagon at the Genesee Theatre
REO Speedwagon is an American rock band where the main constant over the decades is a never-ending desire to give their all to their fans, year in and year out. Over the course of their career, the band has sold more than 40 million records and charted thirteen Top 40 hits. See them perform their massive hit singles such as 'Keep On Loving You' and 'Take It On the Run'. Tickets range from $45.50 to $78.00.
Pike County Fall Color Drive
Join in the country fall fun with scenic drives, local attractions, Lincoln and Civil War history, regional food specialties, crafts, and beautiful colors signifying the changing season.
Gus Macker Basketball
Macker in May means summer starts in Quincy. Gus Macker basketball takes to the streets around Washington Park Central Square for the 27th year May 23-24, which will mean summer has arrived. And once again the family oriented festival of fun celebrates the passion for basketball in this wonderful community. Quincy loves hoops. http://www.macker.com/macker-tournament
Freedom Fest's Cruise- In the City of Go
Galva is known as the city of "Go" and cars will be going on this annual cruise event downtown. Start at Veterans Memorial Park, view the cars before they set out for the evening cruise. Food will be available and all proceeds will go towards the Galva Freedom Fest Fourth of July Festivities.
Folk Life Festival
Join us for our Annual Folk Life Festival! Stroll the beautiful grounds of the Quincy Museum and enjoy a variety of demonstrators, crafters and activities for children. Bring your appetite for our famous Buffalo Sandwiches, our Bake Sale booth and delicious caramel apples and old fashioned bottled soda. 1601 Maine Street Quincy, IL 62301 (217)224-7669 thequincymuseum.com


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Global Knowledge, the world's leading IT and business skills training provider, today announced the availability of new courses to support the recently launched Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) 7. Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7 establishes the foundation for the open hybrid cloud and serves enterprise workloads across converged infrastructures – pushing the operating system beyond today's position as a commodity platform.
Physical servers, virtual machines, Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS) and Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) are converging to form a robust, powerful datacenter environment to meet constantly evolving business requirements. Redesigned to support quickly advancing and expanding enterprise networks, Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7 addresses next-generation IT requirements without increasing functional platform complexity. Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7 offers a cohesive, unified foundation that enables customers to balance increasing demands while maximizing the benefits of computing innovation, like Linux Containers and big data, across physical systems, virtual machines and the cloud.
"Accelerating Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7 skills development is a way for IT professionals to gain a competitive advantage in the evolving enterprise environment," said Michael Fox, SVP, Enterprise Solutions for Global Knowledge. "Red Hat continues to enhance its offerings to meet the increasing demand for specialized competencies across rapidly changing enterprise network environments. We continually work closely with Red Hat to quickly deliver advanced learning services and top-level training to our customers – and to facilitate successful transitions to the cloud, allowing organizations to magnify benefits and maximize investments almost immediately."
Since its introduction more than a decade ago, Red Hat Enterprise Linux has become the world's leading enterprise Linux platform – setting industry benchmarks for performance, capacity and security. As a leading force in the enterprise datacenter and in the cloud, more than 90 percent of Fortune 500 companies and organizations in nearly every industry around the globe rely on Red Hat Enterprise Linux.
Global Knowledge has been a Red Hat premier training partner for 10 years, and has been honored as the Red Hat Premier Training Partner of the Year in North America for three of the past five years.
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Global Knowledge is the world's leading IT and business skills training provider. Offering the most relevant and timely content delivered by the best instructors, we provide customers around the world with their choice of convenient class times, delivery methods and formats to accelerate their success. Our business skills solutions teach essential communications skills, business analysis, project management, ITIL service management, process improvement and leadership development. With thousands of courses spanning from foundational training to specialized certifications, our core IT training is focused on technology partners such as Amazon Web Services, Cisco, Citrix, IBM, Juniper, Microsoft, Red Hat and VMware. We offer comprehensive professional development for technologies like big data, cloud, cybersecurity and networking.
Founded in 1995, Global Knowledge employs more than 1,300 people worldwide and is headquartered in Cary, N.C. The company is owned by New York-based investment firm MidOcean Partners. Learn more at www.globalknowledge.com.
SYS-CON Events announced today the IoT Bootcamp – Jumpstart Your IoT Strategy, being held June 9–10, 2015, in conjunction with 16th Cloud Expo and Internet of @ThingsExpo at the Javits Center in New York City. This is your chance to jumpstart your IoT strategy. Combined with real-world scenarios and use cases, the IoT Bootcamp is not just based on presentations but includes hands-on demos and walkthroughs. We will introduce you to a variety of Do-It-Yourself IoT platforms including Arduino, Raspberry Pi, BeagleBone, Spark and Intel Edison. You will also get an overview of cloud technologies s...
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SYS-CON Events announced today that Litmus Automation will exhibit at SYS-CON's 16th International Cloud Expo®, which will take place on June 9-11, 2015, at the Javits Center in New York City, NY. Litmus Automation's vision is to provide a solution for companies that are in a rush to embrace the disruptive Internet of Things technology and leverage it for real business challenges. Litmus Automation simplifies the complexity of connected devices applications with Loop, a secure and scalable cloud platform.
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Containers and microservices have become topics of intense interest throughout the cloud developer and enterprise IT communities. Accordingly, attendees at the upcoming 16th Cloud Expo at the Javits Center in New York June 9-11 will find fresh new content in a new track called PaaS | Containers & Microservices Containers are not being considered for the first time by the cloud community, but a current era of re-consideration has pushed them to the top of the cloud agenda. With the launch of Docker's initial release in March of 2013, interest was revved up several notches. Then late last...
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The WebRTC Summit 2014 New York, to be held June 9-11, 2015, at the Javits Center in New York, NY, announces that its Call for Papers is open. Topics include all aspects of improving IT delivery by eliminating waste through automated business models leveraging cloud technologies. WebRTC Summit is co-located with 16th International Cloud Expo, @ThingsExpo, Big Data Expo, and DevOps Summit.
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SOA Software has changed its name to Akana. With roots in Web Services and SOA Governance, Akana has established itself as a leader in API Management and is expanding into cloud integration as an alternative to the traditional heavyweight enterprise service bus (ESB). The company recently announced that it achieved more than 90% year-over-year growth. As Akana, the company now addresses the evolution and diversification of SOA, unifying security, management, and DevOps across SOA, APIs, microservices, and more.
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Wearable technology was dominant at this year's International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) , and MWC was no exception to this trend. New versions of favorites, such as the Samsung Gear (three new products were released: the Gear 2, the Gear 2 Neo and the Gear Fit), shared the limelight with new wearables like Pebble Time Steel (the new premium version of the company's previously released smartwatch) and the LG Watch Urbane. The most dramatic difference at MWC was an emphasis on presenting wearables as fashion accessories and moving away from the original clunky technology associated with t...
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SYS-CON Events announced today that robomq.io will exhibit at SYS-CON's @ThingsExpo, which will take place on June 9-11, 2015, at the Javits Center in New York City, NY. robomq.io is an interoperable and composable platform that connects any device to any application. It helps systems integrators and the solution providers build new and innovative products and service for industries requiring monitoring or intelligence from devices and sensors.
Mar. 30, 2015 06:00 PM EDT Reads: 1,550
The list of 'new paradigm' technologies that now surrounds us appears to be at an all time high. From cloud computing and Big Data analytics to Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) and the Internet of Things (IoT), today we have to deal with what the industry likes to call 'paradigm shifts' at every level of IT. This is disruption; of course, we understand that – change is almost always disruptive.
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SYS-CON Events announced today that Solgenia will exhibit at SYS-CON's 16th International Cloud Expo®, which will take place on June 9-11, 2015, at the Javits Center in New York City, NY, and the 17th International Cloud Expo®, which will take place on November 3–5, 2015, at the Santa Clara Convention Center in Santa Clara, CA. Solgenia is the global market leader in Cloud Collaboration and Cloud Infrastructure software solutions. Designed to "Bridge the Gap" between Personal and Professional Social, Mobile and Cloud user experiences, our solutions help large and medium-sized organizations dr...
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The world's leading Cloud event, Cloud Expo has launched Microservices Journal on the SYS-CON.com portal, featuring over 19,000 original articles, news stories, features, and blog entries. DevOps Journal is focused on this critical enterprise IT topic in the world of cloud computing. Microservices Journal offers top articles, news stories, and blog posts from the world's well-known experts and guarantees better exposure for its authors than any other publication. Follow new article posts on Twitter at @MicroservicesE
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SYS-CON Events announced today that SafeLogic has been named "Bag Sponsor" of SYS-CON's 16th International Cloud Expo® New York, which will take place June 9-11, 2015, at the Javits Center in New York City, NY. SafeLogic provides security products for applications in mobile and server/appliance environments. SafeLogic's flagship product CryptoComply is a FIPS 140-2 validated cryptographic engine designed to secure data on servers, workstations, appliances, mobile devices, and in the Cloud.
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After making a doctor's appointment via your mobile device, you receive a calendar invite. The day of your appointment, you get a reminder with the doctor's location and contact information. As you enter the doctor's exam room, the medical team is equipped with the latest tablet containing your medical history – he or she makes real time updates to your medical file. At the end of your visit, you receive an electronic prescription to your preferred pharmacy and can schedule your next appointment.
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GENBAND has announced that SageNet is leveraging the Nuvia platform to deliver Unified Communications as a Service (UCaaS) to its large base of retail and enterprise customers. Nuvia's cloud-based solution provides SageNet's customers with a full suite of business communications and collaboration tools. Two large national SageNet retail customers have recently signed up to deploy the Nuvia platform and the company will continue to sell the service to new and existing customers. Nuvia's capabilities include HD voice, video, multimedia messaging, mobility, conferencing, Web collaboration, deskt...
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SYS-CON Media announced today that @WebRTCSummit Blog, the largest WebRTC resource in the world, has been launched. @WebRTCSummit Blog offers top articles, news stories, and blog posts from the world's well-known experts and guarantees better exposure for its authors than any other publication. @WebRTCSummit Blog can be bookmarked ▸ Here @WebRTCSummit conference site can be bookmarked ▸ Here
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SYS-CON Events announced today that Cisco, the worldwide leader in IT that transforms how people connect, communicate and collaborate, has been named "Gold Sponsor" of SYS-CON's 16th International Cloud Expo®, which will take place on June 9-11, 2015, at the Javits Center in New York City, NY. Cisco makes amazing things happen by connecting the unconnected. Cisco has shaped the future of the Internet by becoming the worldwide leader in transforming how people connect, communicate and collaborate. Cisco and our partners are building the platform for the Internet of Everything by connecting the...
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Temasys has announced senior management additions to its team. Joining are David Holloway as Vice President of Commercial and Nadine Yap as Vice President of Product. Over the past 12 months Temasys has doubled in size as it adds new customers and expands the development of its Skylink platform. Skylink leads the charge to move WebRTC, traditionally seen as a desktop, browser based technology, to become a ubiquitous web communications technology on web and mobile, as well as Internet of Things compatible devices.
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Docker is an excellent platform for organizations interested in running microservices. It offers portability and consistency between development and production environments, quick provisioning times, and a simple way to isolate services. In his session at DevOps Summit at 16th Cloud Expo, Shannon Williams, co-founder of Rancher Labs, will walk through these and other benefits of using Docker to run microservices, and provide an overview of RancherOS, a minimalist distribution of Linux designed expressly to run Docker. He will also discuss Rancher, an orchestration and service discovery platf...
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SYS-CON Events announced today that Vitria Technology, Inc. will exhibit at SYS-CON's @ThingsExpo, which will take place on June 9-11, 2015, at the Javits Center in New York City, NY. Vitria will showcase the company's new IoT Analytics Platform through live demonstrations at booth #330. Vitria's IoT Analytics Platform, fully integrated and powered by an operational intelligence engine, enables customers to rapidly build and operationalize advanced analytics to deliver timely business outcomes for use cases across the industrial, enterprise, and consumer segments.
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SYS-CON Events announced today that Liaison Technologies, a leading provider of data management and integration cloud services and solutions, has been named "Silver Sponsor" of SYS-CON's 16th International Cloud Expo®, which will take place on June 9-11, 2015, at the Javits Center in New York, NY. Liaison Technologies is a recognized market leader in providing cloud-enabled data integration and data management solutions to break down complex information barriers, enabling enterprises to make smarter decisions, faster.
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@ThingsExpo has been named the Top 5 Most Influential M2M Brand by Onalytica in the 'Machine to Machine: Top 100 Influencers and Brands.' Onalytica analyzed the online debate on M2M by looking at over 85,000 tweets to provide the most influential individuals and brands that drive the discussion. According to Onalytica the "analysis showed a very engaged community with a lot of interactive tweets. The M2M discussion seems to be more fragmented and driven by some of the major brands present in the M2M space. This really allows some room for influential individuals to create more high value inter...
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Income drawdown - what is it?
How does it work?
Discover how income drawdown works, the risks, the
responsibilities and the benefits. Plus, how new
rules could let you draw out as much as you like.
Discover how income drawdown works, the risks, the
responsibilities and the benefits. Plus, how new
rules could let you draw out as much as you like.
First you decide how much of your pension you want to move into income drawdown. You can choose to convert your entire pension to drawdown all at once, or you can convert smaller segments as and when you need them (this is known as partial drawdown).
You can usually take up to 25% of each amount you move into income drawdown as a tax-free lump sum. You then keep the remainder invested in the income drawdown plan, drawing taxable income directly from the fund.
Income drawdown can be a more flexible option than an annuity, for those who are comfortable with the risks. The fund remains invested and you stay in control, but crucially income is not secure. Retirement income could rise but also run out if investments don't perform as expected, or if you take too much income, in addition we are unlikely to know when we are going to die so planning can be very difficult. If you are unsure if drawdown is right for you, we strongly suggest you seek advice.
Income drawdown gives you flexible access to your pension. You decide how much income to take from it. You choose whether to take income monthly, annually, as one-off lump sums, or even not at all. You can stop, start or vary income to suit your needs and yearly tax situation.
To date, there have been government limits (known as Government Actuary Department, or GAD limits) on how much income you can withdraw each year. Thanks to new pension rules, investors in income drawdown will be available to draw whatever income they like - but find out why some might want to consider starting capped drawdown prior to 5 April, to take advantage of higher pension contribution limits.
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Income drawdown allows you to keep your retirement options open. You can vary income to suit your needs and changing circumstances, and stop and start income at will as you see fit without any outside involvement. There are no lifelong decisions when you first enter drawdown (unlike an annuity which is fixed for life) but to balance that there is the risk you might run out of money. There are also greater options for passing funds on when you die.
The flexibility has a flip side: income is not secure and you are subject to the vagaries of the market or wherever you decide to invest. If the idea of income drawdown appeals to you, but you also want secure income, why not consider a combination of annuity and income drawdown? You could use the annuity to cover your basic living expenses, and income drawdown to provide a potentially growing income, although remember with income drawdown there is the risk that income could go down or run out.
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You can choose to convert your entire pension to income drawdown all at once from age 55, or you can convert smaller segments as and when you need them (known as partial drawdown).
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Income drawdown will not be for everyone. Take advice if you are at all unsure.
The pension fund remains invested and so income will be subject to both positive and negative market performance. Your income could increase or be completely eroded leaving you with nothing. Your pension can be depleted by taking excessive income, which then reduces the capacity for income in the future. If you live longer than average you will not benefit from the security of a guaranteed income for life that an annuity offers.
Income drawdown in the Vantage SIPP is offered without advice as standard. Due to the high risk and complexity, if you are at all uncertain, we strongly recommend you seek financial advice on 0117 317 1690.
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What you do with your pension is an important decision. Therefore, we strongly recommend that you fully understand your options. We offer a range of information to help you and independent financial advice if you are still unsure. Alternatively, Pension Wise, the Government's new pension guidance service, is due to launch shortly providing a free impartial service to help you understand your options at retirement. You will be able to access the service online, over the telephone and face to face. Further details are now available at www.gov.uk/pensionwise.


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On Sun 27 October 2013, 89plus and the LUMA Foundation presented the 89plus 'Resources Workshop and Panel' at LUMA/Westbau in Zurich.
This was the first 89plus event to be structured around a single theme, Resources, engaging the disciplines of art, architecture, literature, science, and technology in a focused conversation.
Panel 2 included presentations from Hans Christoph Binswanger, André Hoffmann, Anoka Abeyrathne, Chris Rueth, Chibundu Onuzo.
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Tiny yields of 25 hectoliters per hectare and a final blend of 90% Merlot and 10% Cabernet Franc have produced an enormously concentrated, black/purple-colored wine exhibiting notes of roasted meats, smoked game, blackberries, coffee, incense and forest floor. This distinctive, large-scaled, viscous, thick Pomerol may be as concentrated as some of this estates all-time classics (1947 and 1950). I am puzzled by why I could not see this a few years ago. In any event, this is one of the most profound Le Gays ever produced. Forget it for at least a decade and drink it over the following half century. Wow! Did I underestimate this wine from barrel! I remember when tasting it at that time, Michel Rolland, who consults at this property, told me he thought it was the best they have made to date. After having it three times from barrel, I could not see that. However, cask aging has certainly been beneficial to this masculine, backward wine. From bottle, the 2009 Le Gay is remarkable. (96+)
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Aromas of blackberries, with a milky chocolate and berry character. Full body, with soft and velvety tannins and a fruity finish. So delicious now, but better in a few years. A wine with balance and finesse. Best in 2015.
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Very fresh and pure, this displays a lovely tobacco streak cutting through the enticing core of crushed plum, mulled raspberry and dark fig fruit. Long and racy on the finish, with singed cedar nicely embedded. Has opulence but stays focused. Best from 2013 through 2029.
(3/ 2012)
Rather obvious ripeness on the nose. Luscious start. Creamy texture. Very opulent indeed. Dramatic. Strings drawn tight on the finish. Sort of classic Rolland.
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**+ Outstanding terroir and winemaking. Intense blueberry and blackberry aromas follow to the palate. Super-delicious, with a one-minute-long finish. Ralph: Super-sweet. Loaded with dark cherry fruit and lovely tannins. Superb!
Below is a listing of the wine review scores we frequently reference in our notes. While these sources remain an excellent source of information, we always recommend that you trust your own palate. Scores in these publications often represent the personal taste of an individual critic, which may not always coincide with your own. We have a huge team of excellent wine professionals that can match wines you've had in the past with new arrivals that meet your flavor profile.
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Pentax unveils 645D medium format 40MP digital SLR
It's been just under a year since Pentax first released images of its 645D medium format digital SLR camera and the company has finally announced its launch, albeit only in Japan for the moment. Offering 40 megapixels, dual-memory support and professional-level image processing you could be in for a pleasant surprise if you were assuming an astronomical price tag. Read More
Pentax announces tough W90 and superzoom X90 cameras
Pentax has announced that the successor to last year's W80 rugged compact camera not only proudly boasts a new body design but refinements to its internal mechanisms have granted it a boost in the bravado department too. The new W90 is now waterproof to greater depths and can now withstand falls from even greater heights. At the same time, the company announced a new improved super-zoom compact camera too, the X90. Read More
Pentax gets colorful with Korejanai K-x D-SLR
Black may not be the new black in the world of digital SLR cameras. Last month Pentax announced its intention to add a splash of color by offering its new K-x camera in white, red and blue as well as black. Now the company has announced a very colorful limited edition K-x based on the design of the popular Korejanai robot. Read More
Pentax announces tough new compact - the Optio W80
Whether you're the rugged outdoor type or just accident prone, Pentax is aiming to make your life a little easier with the release of the Optio W80 compact digital camera. The Optio W80 is dustproof, waterproof to 16 feet, has an operational temperature range starting at a chilly -10 degrees Celsius and can withstand a drop from 3.3 feet. Read More
PENTAX has announced its new flagship DSLR camera, the K-7. The K-7 brings welcome updates to the PENTAX digital SLR line, and now offers many of the features that photo enthusiasts have come to expect from a high-end DSLR, including a redesigned body, a new 14.6-megapixel image sensor, and the ability to shoot HD video. Read More
Joining the megazoom compact class of 2009, already featuring the 26x Olympus SP590, 24x Nikon CoolPix P90, 24x Kodak Z980 and newly announced 20x Sony Cyber-shot HX1 is the 24x Pentax X70. Now they all have small bodies, optical zooms that run from wide angle to super-telephoto (26mm to 624mm equivalent in this case) and more than enough pixels (12 MPX in this case), the technology is being shoehorned in (high-speed burst mode that captures 11 images per second, face recognition and more) to enable camera klutzes to produce near pro quality at the ridiculously reasonable cost of USD400. It ships next month. Read More
Pentax Optio P70 compact – 12 MPX plus 720p video
January 6, 2009 Digital still image and video continue to converge with Pentax announcing the US$200 Optio P70 at CES. The ultra-slim P70 takes 12 megapixel still images and 720p video, sadly at just 15 FPS, but it's a start. There's a 4X optical zoom (equivalent to 27.5mm-110mm), a 2.7 inch high-resolution, wide-angle view LCD panel, and new Pixel Track Shake Reduction technology to assure sharp images with low noise even in poor lighting. Read More
Super-Secret Spy Lens for your SLR
Designed for capturing raw, natural images without the subject being aware that they are being photographed (and ruining that elusive photo-realism), or lets face it, for just plain snooping around, the Super-Secret Spy Lens allows you to take shots at right angles to the camera lens. Working like a periscope for your SLR, the lens adaptor also rotates through 360 degrees so you can snap subjects above and below you as well as to the left or right, all while you appear to be shooting directly in front. Read More
July 29, 2008 PENTAX today announced the Optio E60 compact digital camera, offering 10.1 megapixels and 3X optical zoom for a measly US$140. Read More
PENTAX's new US$300 Optio V20 is designed to help overcome one of happysnapping's greatest problems – blinking subjects. The 'Digital Shake Reduction' reaches new levels too, and compensates not just for the snappers shaking hands, but moving subjects too, and if your hands are shaking when you play back the images it will compensate for those movements too. Read More
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Thomas C. Cochran, Jr., M.D.
Boston Plastic Surgeon
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About Thomas C. Cochran, Jr., M.D.
Thomas C. Cochran, Jr., M.D. practices in Boston at The Boston Center as a Plastic Surgeon, board certified by American Board of Plastic Surgery. and is a member of American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), Fellow, American College of Surgeons (FACS) and International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS).
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Undergraduate: BA, Harvard College
Medical: MD, New York University School of Medicine
Medical: MD, New York University School of Medicine
Residency: Plastic Surgery, Johns Hopkins
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