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In May 1994, I learned the value of PSA testing from a Scientific American article [1] and from conversations with friends; and at age 56 I was diagnosed with Prostate Cancer. PSA 9.5, Gleason 7, post-biopsy staging B2. CAT and bone scans were clean then, as was an MRI a year later. The most realistic estimate, accounting for habitual understaging, that the tumor was organ-confined was 70%. I was confident of this estimate.
I accepted all of the following as options for therapy.
I rejected all of the following as therapy options for the reasons given.
I elected combined hormonal therapy for a finite period -- option 3 -- to begin in September 1994 and to proceed until some indefinite date in the future (it turned out to be August 1995). All three urologists with whom I was speaking went along with this choice, none enthusiastically. My reasoning was that Combined Hormonal Therapy could do no harm (it would halt the tumor's progress); and that it could help (it might shrink the tumor).
In August 1995, I underwent a radical retropubic Prostatectomy.
The obvious side effects of Combined Hormonal Therapy were these:
Almost immediately after beginning CHT, my PSA fell to 0.2 or below and stayed there. A digital rectal exam in early 1995 revealed that the tumor seemed no longer palpable and that the gland was smaller than before. With respect to PSA values, one can believe that "PSA becomes an unreliable indicator of disease status after initiating preoperative androgen deprivation therapy." [3]; [5].
After the RP (Radical Prostatectomy), the surgeon confirmed that the gland was very small indeed; and that this had helped to make it easy to save one sphincter, more of the urethra than expected, and the nerves on one side. He could feel the tumor on removing the gland, but thought that the margins would be negative.
The pathologist reported that the gland had atrophied; that no tumor was evident in the gland; and that the margins were negative.
*** Signed Copy on File ***
[first pathologist's name]
Clinical History: Prostate CA
Intra-Operative Consultation: No Tumor seen in left and
right nodes.
[second pathologist's name]
Gross Description: Received in formalin in five parts.
Specimen A labeled "right nodes nfs" consists of multiple yellow-tan adipose tissue measuring 5.5 x 4.5 x 3.5 cm. in aggregate and serially dissected to reveal multiple lymph nodes. Entirely submitted in A1-2.
Specimen B labeled "right nodes fs" consists of three irregular yellow-tan rubbery tissue fragments measuring 2.1 x 1.9 x 1.1 cm. in aggregate. Entirely submitted in B1.
Specimen C labeled "left nodes fs" consists of three yellow- tan irregular rubbery tissue fragments measuring 2.5 x 2.1 x 0.9 cm. in aggregate. Entirely submitted in C1.
Specimen D labeled "left node nfs" consists of multiple irregular yellow-tan adipose tissue measuring 3.5 x 3.1 x 2.1 cm. in aggregate. The specimen is serially dissected to reveal multiple lymph nodes entirely submitted in D1-2.
Specimen E labeled "prostate" consists of one previously inked and cut prostate measuring 4.1 x 3.7 x 1.9 cm. and weighing 12 grams. The right side of the prostate has been previously inked in red and the left side has been inked in green. The specimen is serially sectioned to reveal multiple white-gray ill demarcated nodules in the left and right lobes with the largest measuring 1.1 cm. in diameter. The right seminal vesicle measures 2.1 x 1.1 x 0.9 cm. The left side measures 2.4 x 1.1 x 0.8 cm. Section codes; E1, apex resection margin; E2, bladder neck resection margin; E3-7, right lobe of prostate; E8-13, left lobe of prostate, entirely submitted.
The biggest conclusion, and the most surprising, is that, given the hindsight provided by the pathology report, perhaps no operation was necessary as shown by the state of the gland. However, I would not have been comfortable without some kind of mechanical intervention, even had I known about the state of the gland. I would probably have chosen the RP regardless even of knowledge certain about the tumor.
So, for me in this particular set of circumstances, a year of CHT helped to:
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Events, Morbidities, and Other Effects
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I was nearly 58 at RP time and reasonably healthy, though far from fit. They make you walk the day after the RP. I walked all I could -- 3 or 4 times a day. That really helped, I think. Very important for me. So I was comfortable walking when I was discharged. I was driving some two weeks after the RP; the doc said it was OK to drive three weeks after the RP.
I work for myself so really had to work. But I didn't want to go to work with an embedded catheter; I waited the nearly three weeks (postRP) for the catheter to come out. I thought I could go back to work then.
It wasn't so. I actually did show up at work, but couldn't do much. I really hadn't the stamina to do anything. And I couldn't stay awake (well, no surprises here). The incontinence didn't bother me (pads took care of that) and my gut was pretty comfortable (I wore sweatpants to the office). But I just couldn't get and keep going. It really was eight weeks before I was anywhere near normal, and I felt the effects of the RP (diminishingly) for six months. I had to sleep 10 or 12 hours each day. It was a bitch.
I do not know what I could have done to change things. There might be something one can do to restore his stamina quickly, but I've no idea what. Long-Term Effects


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The boy your girlfriend wants to have sex with/already is. He has the ability to make any girl fall in love with him with his charm and southerness, as if his good looks alone weren't enough. Girls will often keep photos of him on their wall and you can bet it's him they're thinking about while you're sleeping with her.
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He's a great guy. Hugo could be you best friend and not let you down. He will be by your side no matter what. Never get in his bad side or flirt with his girl. He's a great man to his girl. Hugo loves with his life and not always get that affection back properly. He's the perfect prince charming...knight and shinning armor. If your his girlfriend you are a really lucky girl take care of him because he is worth all the trouble.
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from the ancient greek hugonos which means son of Zeus, Hugo refers to divine origin. Hugo was the inspiration for the mythical tales of Hercules and Perseus. After the fall of Athens and the rise of Rome, Hugo was used as a mark of valour and bravery. First used by Augustus Ceasar, Hugo came to be applied only to the Emperors. With the fall of Constantinople, Hugo became a common word in the Middle-East and Asia. Today, the word Hugo has kept it's meaning of divine origin but it applies solely to one man, born in Quebec city on the 26th of July 1984.
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A person with a huge group of friends, a party around him at almost every hour, dance moves that could kill (WATCH OUT!), and a body of steel. If this person calls you shorty, you're in, if this person tells you to crill, you may as well leave before things get ugly.
is that a party around him at almost every hour?!?! HUGO?!?! IS THAT YOU?
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A nice, big, juicy, and generous pinch of copenhagen or skoal dipping tobacco.
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Cancer occurs when cells in the body (in this case uterus cells) divide without control or order. Normally, cells divide in a regulated manner. If cells keep dividing uncontrollably when new cells are not needed, a mass of tissue forms. This is called a growth or tumor. The term cancer refers to malignant tumors, which can invade nearby tissues and spread to other parts of the body. A benign tumor does not invade or spread.
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2011 Special Olympics USA Scarf Project hoping to garner estimated 30,000 scarves for Special Olympics Programs in more than 30 states around the country
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The Scarf Project began as an opportunity to provide a gift of welcome to the athletes of the 2009 Special Olympics World Winter Games held in Boise, Idaho. The Games Organizing Committee for the 2009 Special Olympics World Winter Games requested donations of scarves for each of the 2,100 participating athletes, and by Games time, nearly 60,000 homemade scarves were produced from every state in the U.S. and 12 countries around the world.
Special Olympics Idaho carried on the tradition of the Scarf Project in 2010, and again, the knitting and crocheting communities turned out. Within five weeks of the request, supporters from 48 states had sent over 2,100 homemade scarves for the Special Olympics Idaho State Winter Games.
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Choreography by: George Balanchine
Music by: Igor Stravinsky
Bold and breathtakingly jet-propelled, Symphony in Three Movements is a kinetic achievement, striking for its confidence and power.
For New York City Ballet's 1972 Stravinsky Festival, Balanchine choreographed several notable masterpieces, including the majestic Symphony in Three Movements. Stravinsky had suggested the music as a ballet when the choreographer visited the composer in Hollywood during World War II. Despite its 21 minute length, the piece evokes a fuller symphonic breadth with two instruments, the harp and piano, providing the dominant contrasts. "Each instrument has a large obbligato role in a movement to itself, and only at the turning- point fugue…do the two play together and unaccompanied," said Stravinsky. The signature Stravinsky propulsive rhythm is mirrored by the angular, athletic choreography for soloists and a large ensemble, although the second andante movement, originally composed for an apparition scene in the movie Song of Bernadette, is reserved for a meditative pas de deux. One of Balanchine's "leotard" ballets, the work requires no scenic or narrative distractions from the complexity of the choreography.
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The " Confraternity of Saint Roch", one of the most prominent and captivating buildings in the city, whose collection features over 60 paintings by Tintoretto, preserved in their original location in a building which never underwent alterations since its construction. 25% reduction on the entrance ticket. Until 31/12/2012.For more information on how to get your discount, click here.
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With the designation of Napa's fourteenth AVA in 2004, Oak Knoll District is now poised to bring forth the prominence and elegance of Merlot from this region. Perched to seize the day as Oak Knoll's foremost Merlot is Blackbird Vineyards, located in the heart of the district.


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MANHATTAN - Being a punter normally isn't a glamour position on a college football team.
Last season, the Great Bend High School Panthers were dubbed by some coaches as the best 4-5 team in Class 5A, with highlight victories over defending state runner-up Wichita Heights, along with Dodge City.
This madcap, topsy-turvy high school football season for Great Bend High School took another captivating twist Friday night at Memorial Stadium.
Great Bend High School and Salina South share common ground for tonight's Class 5A District 6 football matchup. Kickoff is set for 7 at Memorial Stadium.
Great Bend High School's vastly improving and quick-hitting passing game took a big hit last Friday night during Class 5A District 6 action at Salina Central.
Barton Community College men's head basketball coach Craig Fletchall was being forthright when talking about the disappointment of the 2009-10 campaign.
Varying types of scenarios could unfold Friday night in the Class 5A District 6 football picture.
The one-day, single-elimination Class 5A sub-state volleyball tournament is a fleeting thing.
SALINA - A full-blown shootout was materializing Friday night, when Great Bend High School went toe-to-toe with Salina Central in Class 5A District 6 football action at Salina Stadium.
The Salina Central High School Mustangs finally got over the hump against crosstown rival Salina South last Friday, winning for the first time in three years in their city grudge match, 31-28, at Salina Stadium.
It will be the Class 5A District 6 showdown tonight, when underdog Great Bend High School (3-3 overall) takes on Salina Central (5-2) at Salina Stadium. Kickoff is set for 7.
In a perfect scenario, visiting Great Bend High School will beat Salina Central Friday night, giving the Panthers the Class 5A District 6 football championship.
Perhaps Great Bend High School's performance Friday night in the Class 5A District 6 football opener confirmed that the Panthers are indeed primed for the stretch run of the season.
At the Great Bend High School Fieldhouse on Saturday, Dodge City successfully defended its Western Athletic Conference tournament championship after finishing with a 3-1 record.


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Report: Spending on state legislative races dipped
Org believes dip result of recall campaign funding
A new report showed total spending on last fall's legislative races was down from years past.
The Wisconsin Democracy Campaign's report said total spending by legislative candidates, the four legislative fundraising committees and outside groups totaled $16.53 million. That's down 14 percent from $19.25 million in 2010 and down 18 percent from the record $20.25 million spent on the 2008 fall elections.
The group's executive director attributed the dip to campaign donors choosing to pour most of their resources into the June 2012 recall campaigns.
Democrats forced Republican Gov. Scott Walker and five other GOP office holders into recalls to punish them for passing a contentious law stripping most public workers of nearly all their union rights. Only one Republican incumbent, Sen. Van Wanggaard of Racine, lost his seat.
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Wasn't Natty supposed to ship with Linux 2.6.38?
Phoronix: Update On The HD 6000 Series Open-Source Support
Yesterday afternoon AMD released the Radeon HD 6000 series open-source support for all non-Cayman GPUs. We covered the initial information regarding this kernel DRM / Mesa / DDX code drop well, but there's a few more tid-bits of information to pass along now that we have received additional feedback from AMD's John Bridgman and Alex Deucher and have also had time to look at the code patches ourself...
Wasn't Natty supposed to ship with Linux 2.6.38?
"have also had time to look at the code patches ourself."
Would it be possible to link to the patches? I'm trying to wrap my head around how much code is required in each of the components (i.e. kernel, mesa, drm, etc) for this initial open source 6000 card support.
wasn't there a vdpau/vaapi/video acceleration state tracker being developed a while back????
gsoc i think
https://wiki.ubuntu.com/KernelTeam/S...ionAndFlavours says its likely. They have tracked 2.6.37 development so far (must be quite a large fraction of kernel rc testing).
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Very nice! Only Cayman is missing but this will also help for the upcoming southern Islands chips. The release of drivers is constantly getting closer to the release of hardware.
Thanks, good to know 2.6.38 is on the table.
I asked cause this part of the article made me think Canonical already decided to stick with 2.6.37:
While they won't be in the mainline tree until the Linux 2.6.38 kernel, there's a likelihood that Canonical and other distribution vendors will be back-porting this support to their Linux 2.6.37 distributions. If this is done, we may see the support in Ubuntu 11.04, etc.
Ah that is good news for my sore eyes even if I do not own an R900 chip yet. But it is really good that the development on a stable base is now being much closer to hardware release dates. I guess also the direct use of KMS and gallium looks advanced to me. Right step into the future.


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the camera comes with a great price and an case to carry it in. easy to use. light great shape pictures zoom and normal
takes time to get to know the camera ,pictures are good,on full zoom a little shaky ,but it might be me, overall not bad for the price . my last camera was a small com pack .
This is a nice camera that is capable of taking great pictures, but you better get a tripod with it. It is almost impossible to get non blurry shots. Even bracing it against a door jam and holding your breath is a 50/50 proposition. I have had others try taking pictures with it and they have the same results. Sometimes the shot is awesome, but at least 1/2 of the time it is nothing but blurry streaks. I have never had this issue with any other camera I have owned, and since I had others try it out also with the same results, I have to conclude either the camera is faulty or it has a issue with this model.
was looking for a midrange camera, better than a point and shoot but not as expensive or elaborate as an SLR. This is the best combination for me and my wife to use for taking pictures for us and our friends.
Got this camera for free with my O bonus points. Haven't had a chance to use much as it is new, It takes great pictures so far, is easy to use and very affordable. Just wish it had a rechargeable battery. Forgot to send the 8 GB card but I called the O and got one in the mail four days later. Outstanding customer service from the O, as always.
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Cripple Creek Antler Company offers custom designed antler work. Located in Minocqua, Wisconsin, all lamps, tables, hanging lights, accent pieces and designer items are created using elk, moose, and mule deer antlers. Each item is a one-of-a-kind masterpiece incorporating the natural shape and texture of the antlers in distinctive, rustic designs. Owner Linda Herrick is offering a lamp, candleholders, and wall mirror through www.wisconsinmade.com. Some simple and some intricate, these antler creations are stunning and unique.


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Welcome to Kearney Public Library on the Web the digital branch of the Kearney Public Library. We hope you will enjoy the use of the databases, the online catalog, the downloadable audio and eBooks from Overdrive, the newsletter of many library events, and much, much more! We also hope you will visit the Library in person and spend time browsing the books and DVDs, attending the many programs and classes, reading by the fireplace, studying and enjoying the free Wi-Fi, or using one of the many computers in the computer lab. Feel free to email staff with a question or come in and ask us in person. We are here to serve you.
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Above and Beyond Framing and Gallery
Custom framing, art and gift gallery. Featuring Steve Hanks, Tom Lynch and Scanlan.
Adlai E. Stevenson Historic Home
Adlai Stevenson II was an important and influential figure in the political history of the United States. Stevenson was Governor of Illinois from 1949 to 1953 and ran twice for President as the Democratic National Candidate in 1952 and 1956. He also served as Ambassador to the United Nations from 1961 - 1965. The grounds are open daily for self-guided tours. The peaceful setting allows visitors to experience the historic landscape similar to when the family lived in the house. The house has been designated a National Historic Landmark. Group tours can be arranged through the Forest Preserves - 847-968-3422.
Allstate Arena
This facility is home field to DePaul basketball, Chicago Wolves hockey and the Chicago Rush arena football. With a wide variety of events each year, the Allstate Arena is a place where everyone can enjoy quality family shows, riveting sports and mesmerizing musical performances.
American Toby Jug Museum
Showcasing the largest collection of Toby and Character Jugs in the world including many rare and unique jugs within the complete Royal Doulton collection. On display are over 6,000 pieces illustrating their evolution from inception circa 1765 to the present day. Admission is free.
American Toby Jug Museum
The American Toby Jug Museum is home to more than 8,000 Toby and Character jugs, and related derivatives from around the globe. The collection spans the Centuries and features characters representing the times in which they were made, from the oldest dating back to the 1760's to the most recent ones still in production. It is the largest collection in the world, and is on display and open to the public
Argonne National Laboratory
Argonne is one of the country's premier facilities for energy-related research and development. Visitors must be at least 16 years old.
Arlington International Racecourse
At Arlington International, we aim to make every day of the season special by combining the excitement of thoroughbred racing, gorgeous grounds and fantastic food to create a winning track experience for our guests! Whether you're looking for a fun and exciting day out with friends and family, a casual and charming afternoon at the races, or a sophisticated and stylish get-together, Arlington International offers an extraordinary experience for everyone! Live racing and entertainment from May through September or find a full calendar of race dates and events at arlingtonpark.com.
CITY:Arlington Heights
Attic Playhouse
The Attic Playhouse strives to showcase a broad spectrum of theatre as an art form by producing classic plays, small musicals, one-acts, improvisational and skit comedies and theatre for young audiences. Special attention is given to producing original scripts and encouraging new talent. At least one production a year is dedicated to these original works.
CITY:Highland Park
Baby on Board - Bat 17
The busy life of a successful power couple (she's an image-conscious business woman and he's a divorce attorney) is turned upside down when they find out they are unexpectedly pregnant and the next nine months turn into an emotional roller coaster ride they never saw coming.
Bad Teacher - Lincoln Middle School
Dumped by her sugar daddy, a foul-mouthed junior high school teacher pursues one of her new well-heeled colleagues, competing for his affections against a popular teacher.
CITY:Park Ridge
Baha'i House Of Worship
One of only seven in the world and the only one in North America, the Baha'i House of Worship is the largest and oldest surviving Baha'i Temple. Standing on the shores of Lake Michigan, the auditorium, with its walls of lace-like ornamentation and its dome rising 135 feet above the main floor, offers a scene of unsurpassed beauty. It is surrounded by exquisite gardens and fountains. This imposing and dramatic structure has received numerous design awards, and is on the National Register of Historic Places.
BAPS-Shri Swaminarayan Mandir
Experience peace and enjoy hours of discovery at Shri Swaminarayan Hindu Mandir. This traditional Hindu Mandir (or temple) is a masterpiece of exotic design and workmanship.
Big Shot Piano Lounge & Restaurant
Big Shot is an upscale Restaurant & Piano Bar. A cozy place to meet, eat, and drink while listening and interacting with talented musicians. From the warm atmosphere to the variety of enticing menu items, this intimate spot will showcase live talent every night. The extremely friendly restaurant will invite its patrons to participate and sing along with new songs performed by talented professionals. This will definitely be a place to start and end an evening.
CITY:Arlington Heights
Block Museum of Art
Northwestern University's Mary & Leigh Block Museum of Art is one of the largest fine art museums in the Chicagoland area.
Blue Eagle Pottery
"Our work embodies skill, insight, and respect for both the material and process. It is useful in the kitchen, on the table, or as an accent to decor. The warmth and beauty crafted into each pot will touch those who use it. Its artistry functions best through daily use, through intimate acquaintance."
Briolette Beads & More
Get creative at this crafter's paradise! Beads from around the world, unique rubber stamps & papers, Ranger inks, paints, and stamp pads. Sit at our "crystal bar" and work on your projects. Our friendly staff will be happy to assist you. Classes for all skill levels. Parties are our specialty! Birthdays, bridesmaids, "girls night out" -- we do them all. Come take a look!
CITY:Forest Park
Challenger Learning Center for Science & Technology
The mission of the center is to honor the memory and spirit of the Space Shuttle Challenger 51L crew by providing hands-on space exploration curriculum and center that enhances thinking skills and inspires those to meet the challenges of 21st Century.
Charles Gates Dawes House Museum
The Dawes House, a magnificent Chateauesque Mansion overlooking Lake Michigan, was the home of the former United States vice president under Calvin Coolidge and Nobel Peace Prize winner, Charles Gates Dawes.
Chicago Athenaeum International Sculpture Park
Sculpture from around the world is on display from sunrise to sunset at this park located in Schaumburg's Robert O. Atcher Municipal Center.
Chicago Athenaeum International Sculpture Park
This wonderful cultural resource includes the art of international and American sculptors chosen to fit the natural environment of this beautiful site.
Children's Theater of Elgin
Exceptional theater productions are performed by children for children.
Citadel Theatre
Citadel Theatre is dedicated to producing inspiring theatre by bringing together gifted professionals from all the theatrical disciplines to create exciting, compelling work of the highest caliber.
CITY:Lake Forest
Clearwater Theater
This theater venue hosts top-notch entertainment, local and national bands, karaoke and comedy shows.
Clockwise Theatre
Clockwise Theatre's goal is to offer alternative entertainment choices, including world premiers of plays with an emphasis on Midwestern playwrights, new or unusual small-scale musicals, and programming for the teenage-young adult audience. Clockwise hopes to offer a welcoming canvas on which to work, mobilizing the energy of the young, wisdom of the old, vision of the artist, and the rich cultures woven throughout Waukegan and the Midwest.
College of DuPage McAninch Arts Center
The McAninch Arts Center is home to five resident professional ensembles: Buffalo Theatre Ensemble, DuPage Opera Theatre, Arts Center Jazz Ensemble, New Classic Singers and New Philharmonic.
CITY:Glen Ellyn
Contagion - Central Elementary School
An international team of doctors is contracted by the CDC to deal with the outbreak of a deadly disease.
Contagion - Sherman Hospital
An international team of doctors is contracted by the CDC to deal with the outbreak of a deadly disease.
Cuneo Mansion and Gardens
The opulent Cuneo Museum and Gardens, located on 75 acres and dotted with formal gardens and statuary was the perfect setting for the wedding scenes in "My Best Friend's Wedding." The gazebo where the best friends were caught kissing was built specifically for the film, but Cuneo's owners liked it so much they decided to keep it permanently. Take a guided tour through the historic Mediterranean-style Cuneo mansion to see Renaissance artworks and lavish European furnishings.
CITY:Vernon Hills
Devonshire Cultural Center
Home of the Skokie Art Guild and Devonshire Playhouse, the Cultural Center offers children's and adult theater, as well as visual and performing arts.
Dec 26
Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Show
The Dinner Detective is the largest, award-winning, interactive comedic murder mystery dinner show in the Chicagoland area. We are now running public and private shows in 34 cities across the country every week. The shows are set in the present day. Unlike other murder mystery dinner shows, here you will find no cheesy costumes, no recited campy dialogue and no hokey song and dance. Our performers are dressed just like everyone else, leaving all of the guests to suspect who is a part of the show and who is not. In many instances, guests are seated with the performers and don't even realize it until they die...the performers, that is! Our Detectives proceed to interrogate everyone and find clues as more people die. At the end of the night, prizes are awarded to the Top Sleuth who solves the crime. Each ticket includes a reception with tray passed appetizers, mixed green salad, choice of entree (beef, chicken or pasta), dessert, award winning interactive Murder Mystery show, prizes and so much more. **Every Saturday night through 12/26/2015.
Dole Mansion at the Lakeside Legacy Arts Park
Black walnut doors, detailed wood carvings in the Eastlake style, amazing marble fireplaces: there's so much to see on a tour of the historic Dole Mansion and the original Crystal Lake Country Club (now the Creative Arts Center).
CITY:Crystal Lake
Dominican University Performing Arts Center
An accessible, vibrant, and progressive home for the creative spirit, Dominican University Performing Arts Center (DUPAC) is located just 10 miles west of Chicago's Loop. The center features two halls with superb acoustics and ideal sightlines. Ample free parking is available on-site.
CITY:River Forest
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center
The Donald E. Stephens Convention Center offers a total 840,000 square feet of flexible exhibition space. Configure it any way you like. You may need a 500-booth to 800-booth area, or 100 to 200 booths. If you're planning a larger show, you'll appreciate our continuous 250,000 square-foot space for 1,225 booths. Or you can create a multiple hall layout for up to 3,566 booths. Customized floor plans are our specialty, so just ask.
Downtown Arlington Heights Shopping & Entertainment District
Diverse collection of charming local shops and major retailers. Outstanding restaurants, theaters, nightlife, and entertainment, all within walking distance.
CITY:Arlington Heights
Drink Nightclub
Drink is the perfect place to join your friends for a few cocktails, have your next event, or dance the night away with Chicaog's hottest DJs.
Elawa Farm
Built in 1917 for A. Watson Armour, Elawa Farm is a stunning example of estate farm architecture. Come and learn about Historic Elawa Farm and what it looked like way back when and what is happening today at the farm. This farm is a 16-acre parcel of land, including the original farm complex buildings that were part of an early 20th century gentleman's farm and has a unique combination of natural setting, designed landscapes and buildings of architectural and historic significance.
CITY:Lake Forest
Elgin Area Historical Society Museum
Housed in an 1856 landmark building, permanent exhibits include artifacts from the Elgin National Watch Co. and Elgin Road Race memorabilia.
Elgin Community College Visual and Performing Arts Center
World class music, dance and theatre. Enjoy an evening out, entertainment for the family, or a chance to satisfy your cravings for culture.
Elgin Community Theatre
Award-winning community theatre featuring classical and contemporary musicals and play selections.
Elgin Fire Barn No. Five Museum
Get caught up in the history and spirit of firefighting. View the 1929 American Lafrance Fire Engine and 1869 Horse Drawn Silsby Steamer.
Elgin Public Museum
In beautiful Lord's Park, this museum features over 15,000 specimens of natural history with newly expanded family focused hands-on exhibits.
Elgin Symphony Orchestra
Named "Orchestra of the Year" an unprecedented three times by Illinois Council of Orchestras, the ESO performs over 60 concerts a year thrilling more than 50,000 patrons, from Chicagoland to Wisconsin and Indiana.
Elk Grove Farmhouse Museum
The oldest farmhouse in Elk Grove Village. Restored to reflect life during the civil war. The home of Heinrich and Maria Schuette. School and scout programs available. Open year-round.
CITY:Elk Grove Village
Elmhurst Art Museum
Exhibiting late 20th Century American Art, Elmhurst Art Museum offers exhibitions ranging from national touring works to local emerging and mid-career Chicago and Illinois artists. The Museum offers public tours, programs, guest lectures and art classes. It's award-winning structure contains a dramatic glass entrance gallery, three museum galleries, an educational pavilion, and the Ludwig Mies van der Rohe-designed McCormick house.
Elmhurst Art Museum
DuPage County, Chicago's Western Suburbs - The museum's award-winning structure contains a dramatic glass entrance gallery, three museum galleries, an educational pavilion, and the Ludwig Mies van der Rohe-designed McCormick house.
Elmhurst College
DuPage County, Chicago's Western Suburbs - Elmhurst College is home to a state of the art high tech conference and event facility that can host groups from 20 - 900 people. The campus also boasts a first-rate sports facility in an arboretum-like setting.
Elmhurst Historical Museum
DuPage County, Chicago's Western Suburbs - This prize-winning museum features changing interpretive exhibits on Elmhurst history as well as national touring exhibits. Programs for children, families and adults throughout the year. The Elmhurst Historical Museum is located in a historically significant structure known as the Glos Mansion, which is the former home of Elmhurst's first village president, Henry L. Glos, and his wife, Lucy.
Evanston Art Center
For over 68 years, the Evanston Art Center has presented exhibitions of contemporary visual arts.
Evanston Arts Depot
This cultural center is a restored train station in the heart of Evanston. Home of the Piccolo Theatre and Custer's Last Stand Festival which takes place each June.
Evanston Symphony Orchestra
The ESO was founded in 1945 by a handful of veteran and amateur musicians who were passionate about making music together. Concerts take place on Saturdays at 2:30 PM.
Fleetwood-Jourdain Community Theatre
For two decades Fleetwood-Jourdain has been thrilling audiences with a unique brand of inspirational and invigorating theater, with a particular focus on the African American experience.
Folkworks Gallery
A one-of-a-kind gallery featuring American artists in a variety of monthly thematic shows. The shows feature Santas, angels, witches, arks, cats, dogs, and more. Also featuring country antiques and vintage jewelry.
Fox River Trolley Museum
Celebrating more than 100 years of electric trolleys, this museum has original electric trains and cars that travel a three-mile circuit along the scenic Fox River.
CITY:South Elgin
Frances Willard House
Frances Willard was one of the most prominent social reformers in the 19th century America. Willard rallied support for temperance as well as many important reform movements including woman's suffrage, women's economic and religious rights, prison reforms, education reforms and labor reforms. The Frances Willard Historical Association operates the Frances Willard House, Willard's home from its construction in 1865 until her death in 1898.
Gallery Mornea
Soho-style art gallery featuring contemporary art that is thought-provoking as well as aesthetic.
Genesee Theatre
Experience the grandeur of world-class artists and Broadway theatricals in the beautifully restored Genesee Theatre. After undergoing a $23 million renovation, The Genesee Theatre is now home to world-class performances including Broadway shows, musical acts, comedians and more. In addition to the shows, this venue is a historic hot-spot for weddings, corporate functions, holiday parties, and a variety of special events. There are also a number of completely renovated auxiliary rooms connected to the main auditorium that are perfect for receptions, birthdays, high school reunions, corporate dinners, cocktail parties, or any other festive gathering, meeting, or presentation. Visit the website for a list of upcoming shows.
Grayslake Heritage Center
A state-of-the-art history museum dedicated to collecting and sharing the history of the greater Grayslake area. The Grayslake Heritage Center offers programs, exhibitions and special events all year round and includes two galleries, a community room, and a classroom.
Grayslake Heritage Center
A state of the art history museum dedicated to collecting and sharing the history of the greater Grayslake area. The Grayslake Heritage Center offers programs, exhibitions and special events all year round and includes two galleries, a community room and classroom.
Great Lakes Naval Museum
As an official Navy Museum, the Great Lakes Naval Museum's mission is to tell the story of the United States Navy, with particular emphasis on the Navy's only "boot camp" at the Naval Station Great Lakes.
CITY:Great Lakes
Great Lakes Naval Museum
As an official Department of the Navy Museum, the Great Lakes Naval Museum's mission is to select, collect, preserve, and interpret the history of the United States Navy with particular emphasis on the Navy's only "boot camp" at the Naval Training Station/Center at Great Lakes, Illinois. Exhibits feature an overview of the boot camp experience and the history of Naval Station Great Lakes. The museum is located at the Great Lakes Naval Station by the Main Gates. Admission and parking are free. Public transportation to the Great Lakes Naval Museum is available via Metra's Union Pacific North Line.
CITY:Great Lakes
Greenbelt Cultural Center
Nestled within the native landscape of Greenbelt Forest Preserve, the Center and its outdoor amphitheater can be rented for meetings, conferences, classes, weddings, showers, receptions or family reunions.
CITY:North Chicago
Groundhog Day - Woodstock Opera House
This hilarious comedy concerns a crabby weatherman who finds himself reliving Groundhog Day over and over. Filmed in the quaint town of Woodstock, the bell tower that the weatherman leaps from is actually the Woodstock Opera House (which today presents concerts and plays). A small plaque in Woodstock's historic town square marks the spot where the character repeatedly stepped into a puddle in the movie.
Groundhog Day - Woodstock Square
This hilarious comedy concerns a crabby weatherman who finds himself reliving Groundhog Day over and over. Filmed in the quaint town of Woodstock, the bell tower that the weatherman leaps from is actually the Woodstock Opera House (which today presents concerts and plays). A small plaque in Woodstock's historic town square marks the spot where the character repeatedly stepped into a puddle in the movie.
Haeger Potteries
This fourth generation, family-owned pottery company features an on-site museum and a factory store that holds an annual summer sale.
Harper College Performing Arts Center
Concerts, plays, musicals, and more. Free backstage tours for groups.
Hemmens Cultural Center
Home of the Elgin Symphony Orchestra, this facility contains a 1200-seat theatre and an 11,340 square foot exhibition hall with fully equipped banquet kitchen. Host to many well-known artists.
Historic Woodstock Square
A Victorian town square, complete with bandstand and gazebo, is the setting for many unique shops, eateries, antiques stores and art galleries. The square is home to many events, and was the film site for the hit movie Groundhog Day.
Home Alone - Hubbard Woods Metra Station
An eight-year-old boy is accidentally left home alone as his family rushes off for a vacation to France, leaving him to fend for himself against a pair of bungling burglars. Filmed along the North Shore, movie sites include Wilmette's Trinity Methodist Church and the Hubbard Woods Metra Station in Winnetka. Right across the street from the Metra train tracks is the former drugstore where the stranded kid stole a toothbrush in the movie.
Home Alone - Trinity Methodist Church
An eight-year-old boy is accidentally left home alone as his family rushes off for a vacation to France, leaving him to fend for himself against a pair of bungling burglars. Filmed along the North Shore, movie sites include Wilmette's Trinity Methodist Church and the Hubbard Woods Metra Station in Winnetka. Right across the street from the Metra train tracks is the former drugstore where the stranded kid stole a toothbrush in the movie.
Home Alone House
The Home Alone House is a three-story single family detached house used for shooting the majority of the scenes in the movies Home Alone (1990) and parts of Home Alone 2: Lost in New York (1992).[3] The kitchen in the film was actually shot in the house, along with the main staircase, basement and most of the first floor landing.
Hoosier Grove Schoolhouse Museum
Originally built as a one-room schoolhouse in 1904 on the corner of Old Church and Barrington Roads, the museum was moved to its present site in 1991.
Hunters Nightclub
A gay hangout near O'Hare Airport since the early 1980s, Hunters features a dance floor with a Friday night Video Dance Party and Hunters Hunks male dancers on Thursdays.
CITY:Elk Grove Village
Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center
This new center is a 65,000 square-foot building designed by renowned architect Stanley Tigerman. The Museum is dedicated to preserving the legacy of the Holocaust by honoring the memories of those who were lost and by teaching the universal lessons that combat hatred, prejudice and indifference. The museum features an authentic early 20th century German rail car, an inspiring Hall of Remembrance for contemplation and reflection, a permanent exhibition chronicling life before, during and after the Holocaust, a youth exhibit for 9-11 year olds highlighting lessons of the Holocaust and a 225 seat auditorium.
IMPROV Comedy Showcase & Restaurant
The World famous Improv Comedy Showcase and Restaurant will give you the ultimate comedy experience. We are the premiere destination for the country's top headliners and the best showcase for new talent.
Jack Benny Center for the Arts
Jack Benny Center for the Arts -- Home to the Waukegan Symphony Orchestra & Concert Chorus and Bowen Park Theatre & Opera Companies. Bowen Park Theatre provides professional theatre and opera as well as children's theatre in the summer months, spring, and in December. The Jack Benny Center is the home of "The Old Time Radio Show" that holds performances quarterly.
James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts at the College of Lake County
Presents the finest entertainers in the industry. Bold expressions of music, theatre, dance and variety acts. Featuring professional touring concerts as well as college music, theatre and dance presentations.
James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts at the College of Lake County
The Center is home to a wide variety of entertainment acts from musical performances to live theatre shows to specialty performances. The facilities include the 600-seat Mainstage Theatre, the 250-seat Studio Theatre, the 400-seat C005 Auditorium and three conference rooms. The theatre presents the finest entertainment in the industry, including a season of incredible variety featuring internationally acclaimed performers.
Jeanine A Guncheon Gallery Etcetera
An unusual shop that runs the gamut from art, gifts & vintage. Uniquely individual. Owner and artist, Jeanine Guncheon, has a wide collection of her hand painted bowls, furniture, and one-of-a-kind sculptures. Commission pieces on request.
CITY:Forest Park
Kohl Children's Museum
Kohl Children's Museum offers hands-on, interactive exhibits designed exclusively for children ages birth to 8. All of the exhibits and programs are designed to make learning fun and interesting for young children. A visit to a grocery store, a veterinarian's office as well as a day care inhabited by dolls allow children to participate in adult activities on their own scale. Children can build a house, make music, take care of cars, explore the properties of water and much more in the many engaging exhibits featured.
Laugh Out Loud Improv Theater
Hilarious improvised comedy that combines live action, video, and the audience! Family-friendly and grown up shows every weekend starring Chicago's top improv comedians.
Levere Memorial Temple
Home of the Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity headquarters, this beautiful Gothic building features stained glass windows by Louis Comfort Tiffany.
Light Opera Works
Light Opera Works presents a season of professional musical theater with a full orchestra at Cahn Auditorium.
Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art
DuPage County, Chicago's Western Suburbs - This one-of-a-kind museum features displays of Chinese jade and other hard stone carvings, dioramas, minerals, gemstones, earth science, hands-on exhibits, and a unique gift shop. Group tours are available with reservations, and educational programs are offered.
Lombard Historical Society Museum
This Victorian home features rooms furnished with artifacts exemplifying the lifestyle of the emerging middle-class during the 1870s. Group tours welcome seven days a week with reservations, based on availability. Admission free.
Lyons School
Lyons school is the host to the Glenview Art Fair that showcases over 110 jewelers, printmakers, stain and fused glass artists, representational and abstract artists, photographers, potters, ceramists and more.
Maple Avenue Gallery
Maple Avenue Gallery features sophisticated, contemporary works of art that range in price from about $500 to more than $6,000. In addition to the gallery, the company also offers custom framing and art consultations. Every month, Maple Avenue Gallery hosts receptions with live music and refreshments.
Marcus Addison Cinema
The Marcus Addison Cinema is your premiere entertainment destination with 21 state-of-the-art auditoriums. The facility can accommodate rentals for group outings, corporate events, birthday parties & various other occasions.
Marriott Theatre in Lincolnshire
See the "The Best of Broadway" at the Marriott Theatre featuring 5 great musicals every year. The intimate arena theatre is designed so everyone has the best seat in the house. The theatre earns lavish praise from critics, receiving a record 370 Joseph Jefferson Award nominations - Chicago's highest theatrical honor for artistic achievement. Marriott's Theatre for Young Audiences presents numerous original works as well as classic fairy tales. Through these works, children experience the joy and magic that is "live" theatre.
Mary & Leigh Block Museum of Art
Located on the Campus of Northwestern University, the Block Museum is dedicated to the study and exhibition of reproducible art forms, including prints, photographs, film, video, and computer-mediated art. It is also noted in metropolitan Chicago for its outdoors Sculpture Garden. The museum also hosts an acclaimed film series which moves outdoors in the summer. Admission to the museum is free.
Marytown National Religious Shrine of St. Maximillion Kolbe
One of the nation's most beautiful religious sites features beautiful stained glass windows and seven-foot mosaics decorating the chapel, as well as seven types of marble.
McAninch Arts Center at College of DuPage
DuPage County, Chicago's Western Suburbs - College of DuPage's McAninch Center is home to several resident professional ensembles, student productions and world-class touring attractions plus the Gahlberg Gallery for visual arts.
CITY:Glen Ellyn
McDonald's #1 Store Museum
This museum is a replica of the first McDonald's restaurant opened by Ray Kroc on April 15, 1955. View an array of memorabilia, from the original kitchen equipment to the 1950s classic cars parked on site.
CITY:Des Plaines
McHenry Drive-In Outdoor Theatre
One of the few remaining authentic drive-in movie theatres remaining in Illinois. Enjoy the nostalgia of double-feature movies in the comfort of your car. Unique family experience.
Metropolis Performing Arts Center
More than 40 productions and 360 performances each year ranging from musical theatre, plays, live music, dance, family shows, The Second City Comedy and professional regional children's theatre.
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Nebo Glorious - My favourite rideNebo Glorious - My favourite rideJust thought I'd post my thoughts on the Nebo Glorious ride. Someone once said it was a world class ride and we are indeed fortunate to have this ride at our door step.
The good - The first few climbs - just enough to get the blood flowing and remind you that you are here to do some climbing today The low traffic - although the road is not wide, if you do it early enough there is not really enough traffic to bother you The views - supurb, and particularly out to the west between Nebo and Glorious The cars - watch out for the occassional Lamborghini, high end Porche The Marcllettes - an occassional but pleasant diversion Between Nebo and Glorious - riding through the rainforest, the dappled light on the flat sections and the steep hills that follow the flat sections. You can sprint for some sections of this road, but these are each followed by a climb that will sap the energy out of you The descent - Big sweepers, test of courage and speed The descent - With Glorious around 600m above sea level, you still get to climb around 800m on the way home. It messes with your mind The end - The last few climbs on the way back to the Gap. There to remind you that you are here to do some climbing today, even on the way down The end - down that last hill, past the bus stop and suddenly the bush, the climbing, the views are left behind and you have been transported back into Brisbane suburbia. What a transformation The company - My usual riding buddy for the ride is 10 years younger than me, and about 10% faster, but he still waits for me from time to time as I struggle up the climbs The bad - The road surface - While generally OK, it is cracking up at an alarming rate. If you don't know the road be careful on the descent The Marcellettes - Those women are so much stronger than I am The cars - OK not much traffic, but if the MX5 club or WRX club are doing the road, then get used to having a few cars pass you in quick succession The pain - If you haven't done this ride for a while, then somehow there are extra hills, steeper hills. I don't know how that happens but it hurts more than you remember The ugly - The (motor)bikers - They are noisy, but generally will share the road and so are neither good nor bad, but they are not good looking blokes (not counting the women in this comment). Generally it is better when they leave their helmets on
Re: Nebo Glorious - My favourite rideCool thread. I had a lovely ride up there this morning.
I love the term Marcllettes! Once you can climb hills on a bike it's all downhill.
Hopefully I'll know what that's like..... one day.
Re: Nebo Glorious - My favourite rideYes it is a good ride.
"Marcelettes", is that girls who ride pushies? It could construed as pejorative. I wouldn't want to say anything pejorative about girls who ride pushies. They are tough. They'll job you one. And you can't job them back cos they're girls. judged, insulted, gone
Re: Nebo Glorious - My favourite rideNebo was my personal favourite ride when I was living in Brisbane. The best climb up there was one I did on Australia Day a couplr of years ago when it was covered in mist at the bottom and cleared as I got to the top. Brilliant ride. The only downer was being sledged as I passed another rider who suggested I might breathe a little quieter!
+1 to all of the above.
Re: Nebo Glorious - My favourite rideI've only done it a couple of times and have really loved it.
On one occasion we had a motorbike "buzz us" just to be a !! BAN ME NOW FOR SWEARING !!, but this was the exception not the rule. The decent down sorts out the men from the boys, one of my riding buddies had a mate go off the edge and die a few years ago so he likes to cruise down... I'm happy to join him... If only the coffee at the top of Nebo was a fraction better. +1 to everything though...
Re: Nebo Glorious - My favourite rideI like the off road trail from Gap creek car park to Nebo, a very tough ride with about 10 gnarly climbs. Haven't done the road route for 20 years, might have to take the easy way up again one day.
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Nebo Glorious - My favourite ride
the coffee at the tea house at glorious is pretty good - and itns only half an hour from neebo Once you can climb hills on a bike it's all downhill.
Hopefully I'll know what that's like..... one day.
Nebo Glorious - My favourite rideDo you have a link for this ride, do you go up via Samford.
Re: Nebo Glorious - My favourite ride
No, you go up by Mt Nebo Rd. Mt Glorious Rd is for the likes of Cadel and Contador. Of course you could take that as a challenge judged, insulted, gone
Re: Nebo Glorious - My favourite ridehi,
does anyone have any statistics for these rides? i'd be interested in doing it sometime but am not sure if i'd be capable of making it to mt glorious cafe and back haha
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Hey! I resemble that remark. Am hoping to get up to do that road and Maleny ranges again in Sep. It's been about 6yrs since I last road up to Qld. Shame I can't fit the pushy on the back and do the twisty on both machines GT Avalanche 1.0 | TCR Alliance 0 | Giant Bowery | BMW K1300R Two wheels good, Four wheels bad
Re: Nebo Glorious - My favourite ride
If you can make it there, you can make it back! That said there are three "ups" on the way down (two if you only do Nebo). The bottom half of Nebo is harder than the top half so keep on going, it does get easier. I'd suggest doing Nebo only the first couple of times to get used to the longer climbing before taking on Glorious. Nebo - 18 km's gaining ~620 metres Glorious - 12 km's (from Nebo) gaining ~400 metres Have fun
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The descent down from nebo town towards glorious is great, nice surface, nice scenery and rather swoopy.
It's not quite that bad, does hurt though. Made me wish for a compact!
http://app.strava.com/segments/659154 That's to the top of nebo, glorious from there isn't much different, just further. Nebo is probably an easier climb than coot-tha, but it's a much longer ride.
Re: Nebo Glorious - My favourite ride
Marcellettes: Pink, smell wonderful (even at 5:30am) and they can crush you. It's taken me two years to be fit enough to comfortably pass them. And they are serious. Ha ha! Cookies on dowels.
Nebo Glorious - My favourite ride
It was a great ride with a 750cc engine
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Last time I passed a pack of them I didn't spend long enough behind them to smell them. I'll try that next time. Once you can climb hills on a bike it's all downhill.
Hopefully I'll know what that's like..... one day.
Re: Nebo Glorious - My favourite ride
I never wear deodourant before riding. I think they all do. Ha ha! Cookies on dowels.
Re: Nebo Glorious - My favourite rideThe popular Nebo Glorious ride is via The Gap and back by Samford, Ferny Grove.
http://www.mapmyride.com/routes/view/42875214 Going in reverse UP Mt Glorious Rd is definitely tougher. The upper Glorious Rd ascent averages 16% for 1.3km. http://www.mapmyride.com/routes/view/43127164 The Marcellettes are Marcel Bengsten's pink and white kitted girl racing squad out of MB Coaching/Cycles, Milton. The top racers are seriously competitive. He has the best equipped race coaching business in Brisbane which includes hypoxic training masks and a fleet of top notch trainers. I haven't seen Marcel for 12mths so don't know how well his shop is going. Bought a women's Orbea Orca from him in 2010.
Re: Nebo Glorious - My favourite rideThanks for putting up links to routes (was wondering distances and bikely seems to be not working for me). I am guessing people are going up early sat/sun morning, what's it like getting out to Mt Nebo Road from the city (waterworks rd etc)?
Re: Nebo Glorious - My favourite ride
Bikely has been too slow for months. Be sure to check the "climbs" tab at MapMyRide for better elevation info. I can't believe they only rate Glorious Upper Ascent Cat2. Suppose it is because it is shortish. Outbound on Waterworks Rd is quiet enough pre 7am on the weekends, Sun moreso than Sat, but imo better to be in a group. I've only ridden Nebo Glorious once, and it was on Sunday. It's possible it is quieter re motoring enthusiasts on Sat morning. Coming back into Samford Village, and then crossing to Ferny Grove is busier.
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Going out through red hill and onto waterworks isn't a huge amount of fun, traffic isn't too bad, but it's not a very nice ride imo. The back way past coot-tha is nicer and quieter, but a bit longer.
Nebo Glorious - My favourite rideDid upto mt nebo this morning , had to stop a few times on the first bit due to mild heart attacks.
So new goal is todo it none stop.
Re: Nebo Glorious - My favourite rideSo who is heading up that way tomorrow? As long as I don't get any sicker I will be
Once you can climb hills on a bike it's all downhill.
Hopefully I'll know what that's like..... one day.
Re: Nebo Glorious - My favourite ridenever done it.
id like to go but don't know the way, have no-one to ride with and live too far out to get to the city / meeting point by the standard 6:00 - 6:30am.....can't carry a carbon bike on my car bike rack, so i'd have to ride the 20km in. 2004 Argon 18 Radon
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I think I will, though I'm going to sleep in and go mid morning I think
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Thanksgiving Mushrooms!What would Thanksgiving be without an appetizer? Ok, I'll admit that just snacking on the food is an appetizer to me, but I decided to help you more formal folks. I found a great recipe for stuffed mushrooms. I served these at a recent pot luck and got rave reviews! I have never had a stuffed mushroom quite like this but they were good!
Nov 22, 2011
Sunday Morning Comics - Cooking-Outdoors.comGary House over at cooking-outdoors.com had a great cartoon on this blog the other day that we just had to share.
Nov 21, 2011
Cooking a Turkey in a Dutch OvenI've seen several methods and orientations for cooking a turkey in a Dutch Oven. However in 13 years at Camp Chef….I've never prepared one, in one. I've deep fried them, used the Ultimate Roaster, Keg Roaster, Smoke Vault, standard oven methods but never in a Dutch/Camp Oven. So come along while I give this a whirl and we will see how we do.
Nov 21, 2011
Spreading Holiday Cheer GiveawayThe Christmas shopping season is in full swing. With Black Friday just around the corner we're challenging everyone to spread a little holiday cheer of their own. On Thursday night or Friday morning as you're out waiting in lines for the killer deals at all the Black Friday sales, take some type of Camp Chef product along with you and brighten someone's day (or night) with som
Nov 21, 2011
Bottling MeatWith the uncertainty of what life has been tossing at us as of late there seems to be an increase in the participation of canning. So back by popular demand is a blog on how at my house we bottle meat. This should be archived in some area of the web sight so you can refer to it. Bottling meat is fairly simple processes, with the most critical area being watching the temperature.


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