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The Nationals face longtime nemesis Tim Hudson tonight at Turner Field.
The last thing a struggling lineup needs right now is a date with a pitcher who historically has dominated this franchise like few others. But that's what the Nationals get tonight in Tim Hudson and the Braves.
The Nats have scored an average of 2.8 runs over their last 18 games. The Braves have allowed an average of 2.4 earned runs over their last 16 games. Hudson's career numbers in 19 starts against the Nationals/Expos: 11-2, 1.88 ERA. Obviously, this doesn't appear to be a favorable match-up.
But, this is why they play the games. Jason Marquis starts for the Nats, looking to recapture the impressive form he displayed before the Phillies got to him last week. I'm not in Atlanta, but please continue the conversation as always…
NATIONALS at BRAVES
Where: Turner Field
Gametime: 7:10 p.m.
Radio: WJFK (106.7 FM), WFED (1500 AM), XM 184
Weather: Partly cloudy, 87 degrees, Wind 6 mph out to CF
CF Roger Bernadina
SS Ian Desmond
RF Jayson Werth
1B Adam LaRoche
- Sec3MySofa - May 10, 2011 at 8:49 PM
IIRC, Marquis was drafted by the Braves and played his first several years there. Wonder what his home/away splits were then?
- Manassas Nats Fan - May 10, 2011 at 8:53 PM
Let's win 2 out of 3 like we should every series.
- Doc - May 10, 2011 at 8:54 PM
Morse out again, or just sitting? He got 2 hits in the last game against Sanchez and the Fish.
- erocks33 - May 10, 2011 at 8:56 PM
Zuckerman out again? What up wit' dat?!
- phil dunn - May 10, 2011 at 9:20 PM
Looks like Morse has now been relegated to platooning with Nix in LF.
- Big Cat - May 10, 2011 at 9:21 PM
Mark is like everybody else…..Hudsons pitching for Atlanta……he's bagging it for tonight.As I said earlier, I think we should be very aggressive on that first pitch strike. Look to drive something. I'm just sick and tired of these banjo hitters going up there and taking that first pitch right down the chute, then chasing crap in the dirt. Stop thinking so much up there. Go up there mentally ready to rip.
- Big Cat - May 10, 2011 at 9:23 PM
No charge for those tid bits there Eck. The next one will cost you though
- Manassas Nats Fan - May 10, 2011 at 9:30 PM
Big Cat,You have an I have sat through many game discussing this not swinging at the first good strike that comes in.We are 100% agreement to become aggressive ant timid at the plate.
- Manassas Nats Fan - May 10, 2011 at 9:32 PM
ooops typo. Should have read not timid at the plate.
- Grandstander - May 10, 2011 at 9:46 PM
This platoon makes no sense. Morse is actually better against RHP than LHB, .278 vs. .172. And Nix is hitting .269 against RHB, so it's not like he's much better. Plus Morse looks like he's finding his swing out there. And just yesterday Rizzo said he had confidence in Morse and he was our "everyday left fielder". In May, in his 3 starts, Morse is 5 for 10 with a HR, raising his BA from .216 to .241. Nix has gone 4 for 23 with just a double, crashing his BA from .316 to .259. And he's done that while striking out 9 times.This move makes no sense at all.
- Les in NC - May 10, 2011 at 9:55 PM
GrandStander, neither did the sit Werth against Sanchez and then play the righty Hairston in place of the lefty Cora move against the Marlins…..These moves just don't jive like they ought to and we don't have Mark there to ask why…. It's frustrating to say the least.
- HHover - May 10, 2011 at 9:56 PM
re: Morse's absence–And just as importantly, if you don't start him, how can you double-switch him out?
- SonnyG10 - May 10, 2011 at 10:05 PM
Morse was noticeably limping with his knee last game so his sitting out may be due to that more than anything else.
- Anonymous - May 10, 2011 at 10:21 PM
He'll just double-switch Nix out in the 6th or earlier for Cora. Put Cora at 3rd and Hairston in the outfield. Riggleman will never give up his "smart ball" double-switches? Its kind of like "Moe, Curly: Cheese! bubbububububbubbububub".
- Anonymous - May 10, 2011 at 10:33 PM
Believe it or not the biggest thing most scouts had against Morse … wasn't that he couldn't hit major league pitchers … they believe he can. Its fragility. He lost an entire year after running into a wall for the Mariners the year before he became a National. Now we know why a former major league shortstop seems so slow afoot? Knee or knees?Morse still has the upside, the potential to be a great hitter but first base or third look to be better positions … in other words: the infield. But is he just a younger Josh Willingham? God forbid, Nick Johnson? He's supposed to be trying to be more athletic like Werth.Perhaps it doesn't matter because a lot could change … A LOT if Rizzo somehow manages to sign Pujols. And one would have to expect that just might be his highest priority after the draft going into next season.
- dj in Fl. - May 10, 2011 at 11:12 PM
SI has an article on all the shutots in mlb on line. the following is from there.As one GM said to me by text, "Look at all the teams choosing the better fielder, the weaker bat, over the better bat, weaker fielder. Those roster and playing time decisions hurt offense two ways: less ABs to good hitters and better defenses."Seems we are built in the same mode of lots of teams. Also, I know Comcast paid a lot for NBC, but it is not fair to cut our coverage to save them money. Give us back Mark!!!!
- dryw - May 10, 2011 at 11:16 PM
Hey, whoever put the jinx on the Braves' fielders….THANKS!!
- Mark'd - May 10, 2011 at 11:20 PM
Looked 2 gift horses in the eye and only scored 1 run.
- Anonymous - May 10, 2011 at 11:27 PM
2 out of 3 games every series. 108 wins a season. With this roster. I hope that was an example of superior sarcasm.
- NatsJack in Florida - May 10, 2011 at 11:32 PM
Fish/Phillies… Howard leads off 2nd with a oppoboppo and Ibanez follows with a double off the wall in left. Josh Johnson not fairing too well.
- dryw - May 11, 2011 at 12:00 AM
And this is why we play the games!
- Carl in 309 - May 11, 2011 at 12:01 AM
I know it's early, but I just want to note that we've made the Braves pay for their 3 errors–it's so nice to do unto others as they have done unto you!
- Anonymous - May 11, 2011 at 12:02 AM
Anytime the opposition makes two errors in an inning, you have to capitalize… and I'm glad the Nats did.What's interesting is that it wasn't a particularly bad pitch.
- ChicagoNatsGirl - May 11, 2011 at 12:02 AM
Go Nats! What fun!
- JaneB - May 11, 2011 at 12:05 AM
…and I'm glad Nix is in tonight. Prado is like the Ibanez for the Braves, against us.Go Nats!!
- Unkyd - May 11, 2011 at 12:05 AM
Is it April fools, again? I think these teams have switched uniforms…. the tricky devils….
- Unkyd - May 11, 2011 at 12:08 AM
Oops! There goes the no no…
- dj in Fl. - May 11, 2011 at 12:08 AM
It looks like Riggleman knew who to in play in left tonight.
- FS - May 11, 2011 at 12:21 AM
I can't decide what is more exciting right now, "End of Time" or Nationals baseball.WOW glad to see we are ahead against Hudson.
- RickH - May 11, 2011 at 12:26 AM
Who are these guys?!!GO NATS!!!
- dryw - May 11, 2011 at 12:30 AM
These are our boys, whaling on the Braves!GO NATS, indeed!!!
- Carl in 309 - May 11, 2011 at 12:30 AM
Dryw, RickH, & Unkyd have clearly got it right. This is why we actually play the games, but really–who are these guys: even our $126M man homered.
- UNTERP.NAT - May 11, 2011 at 12:34 AM
It was 88 degrees at game time. How many times has it been said that the Nationals would begin hitting when it warms up?
- TimDz - May 11, 2011 at 12:39 AM
Grandstander: any thoughts about Nix for Morse now?Just goes to show you that we are sitting at our computers or blackberrys and not in the dugouts for a reason…
- Unkyd - May 11, 2011 at 12:41 AM
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- Wally - May 11, 2011 at 12:42 AM
Wow, I missed the game so far because of kid stuff, and then see 7-1. Awesome!
- JaneB - May 11, 2011 at 12:44 AM
I respect Tim Hudson and I'm glad the hit him tonight. Maybe there is something to the warm weather thing!I miss Mark. How d we convince MASN t send him out from now on? What does it take?
- UNTERP.NAT - May 11, 2011 at 12:45 AM
Wally said… Wow, I missed the game so far because of kid stuff, and then see 7-1. Awesome!Haven't really missed much. It's all Desmond's fault…
- Unkyd - May 11, 2011 at 12:47 AM
Could it be that Fatherhood agrees with My Boy? Seems to have softened his hands…. Like Palmolive?
- Oldguy - May 11, 2011 at 12:48 AM
The fact is these guys are capable of beating anyone. Lincincum … whoever.
- UNTERP.NAT - May 11, 2011 at 12:49 AM
Unkyd said… Could it be that Fatherhood agrees with My Boy? Seems to have softened his hands…. Like Palmolive?Yes, needs to work on that second child…
- Unkyd - May 11, 2011 at 12:52 AM
Unterp: LMFHO!!!! (btw… that's "fool head")
- Unkyd - May 11, 2011 at 1:08 AM
I'm listening on radio. Does Desi look as good as it sounds?
- Grandstander - May 11, 2011 at 1:09 AM
I stand by my comments. He got an excellent pitch to hit and nailed it. I'm happy. But stats are stats and I think Morse needs to be in there more. The interesting question is going to be when Ankiel comes off the DL. I can't see how you justify keeping stairs over Bernadina. Maybe Stairs will develop some "tightness" like Gaudin did and we can stash him on the DL.
- Anonymous - May 11, 2011 at 1:13 AM
Unkyd – YES! Desi looks great!
- BinM - May 11, 2011 at 1:16 AM
@JaneB: Mark Z now works for CSN (Comcast), not MASN; An honest mistake – it's ok. I'm sure Mrs Z would rather have him plopped in front of the TV at home then on the road as much as possible this season. @Others: Unless Morse breaks out offensively, a Nix-Morse platoon works at the plate, for me at least. Additionally, Bernadina might be making a case to stay up beyond his current DL replacement for Ankiel; Final decision tbd…
- Anonymous8 - May 11, 2011 at 1:19 AM
One batter too many. Can't understand why you don't have Burnett ready for Hinske as Marquis was losing gas and in the mid-90's in pitches.
- dryw - May 11, 2011 at 1:30 AM
- dj in Fl. - May 11, 2011 at 1:33 AM
Wally- go do more kid stuff, quickly.
- Unkyd - May 11, 2011 at 1:35 AM
- Unkyd - May 11, 2011 at 1:46 AM
DRUUUUUU!!!!!!' Mow 'Em Down!!!!
- dj in Fl. - May 11, 2011 at 1:49 AM
We may all breathe again.Way to go guys.Lets win this series.
- ChicagoNatsGirl - May 11, 2011 at 1:50 AM
Can we pleeeeezzzeee keep Bernadina? I promise I'll take care of him and feed him and walk him.
- Unkyd - May 11, 2011 at 1:51 AM
WOOT!!!!! Curly W!!!!!
- Anonymous8 - May 11, 2011 at 1:52 AM
NICE WIN! When I wrote my comment above about taking out Marquis earlier, I wrote that long before Clippard gave up that HR to Uggla.This one ended up as a W but easily could have been a loss with that change of momentum.
- Unkyd - May 11, 2011 at 1:56 AM
Word to Charlie Slowes: there are NO laughter, for this team!If Bernie goes down, for Stairs, I forsee torches and farm implements…..
- JaneB - May 11, 2011 at 1:58 AM
To be a Nats fan sometimes means enduring heart in mouth disease.Thanks for the correction of who Mark works for, BinM. COMCAST, of course. One down. Two to go. And against Hudson, too. I like that it's Desmond's fault. :-)PS…if they keep Stairs instead of Bernie, I'll…I don't know WHAT I'll do, but it won't be pretty.
- Unkyd - May 11, 2011 at 2:00 AM
Laughers!!! Not laughter Laffers?
- JaneB - May 11, 2011 at 2:01 AM
"of who mark works for"???? Mrs. Dalton would skin me alive.
- Doc - May 11, 2011 at 2:02 AM
Hoping that our favorite LH reliever starts having more luck. But over the past month, going into May, it looks like the Hanrahan-Burnett trade is in the Pirates favor.
- Cwj - May 11, 2011 at 2:08 AM
So I tune in when it's 7-1, do some other things and come back to see Storen pitching the 9th with a 1 run lead!Anyway Go Nats!
- Anonymous - May 11, 2011 at 2:08 AM
The fact is these guys are capable of beating anyone. Lincincum … whoever.IFF : they get good starting pitching at least 6 preferably seven and a quality start.IFF: the bullpen doesn't implode and manages to pitch lights out in the 8th and ninth.Given what we've seen a minimal offense is all that's required along with solid defense in the field.
- Sunshine_Bobby_Carpenter_Is_Too_Pessimistic_For_Me - May 11, 2011 at 2:08 AM
Take that you Cracker Barrel-loving, tomahawk-chopping, Dixie-loving Braves fans! I've hated this team for being the employer who gave us StanK and Don "I'm Only Pompous When I Talk" Sutton. Let's sweep this morons. It must be the bourbon and Maalox that got me through that eighth inning.
- Anonymous8 - May 11, 2011 at 2:11 AM
Doc, I thought Burnett made some good pitches. The momentum swing had the Braves hitters smelling it.I also agree with FP that Clippard had to be a few inches higher to Uggla and in FP's favor he said to throw the high cheese out of the strike zone before that HR pitch.
- Unkyd - May 11, 2011 at 2:14 AM
Drink better bourbon, Sunshine….that Maalox will kill you!
- masnstinks - May 11, 2011 at 2:24 AM
Wow – we needed each and every one of those 7 runs. It seems like we just can't function unless it's close. That was a little scary — BUT — everyone in mlb seemed to think we didn't have a chance tonight – very sweet win.
- Gonats - May 11, 2011 at 2:29 AM
The Nats did a decent job of taking advantage of Braves mistakes. At the beginning of the season, Riggleman had a quicker hook for the starters, this one almost cost the Nats. No lead really is ever large enough.
- Wally - May 11, 2011 at 2:33 AM
DJ – I did! My girl was having a meltdown, so I stayed with her until she fell asleep.Just doing my part for the team. But my wow became a whoa when I saw the final score.
- Drew8 - May 11, 2011 at 2:38 AM
It's great to get a win against tough Tim Hudson. The way this team has hit, 17-18 is worthy of Houdini.If the reverse lock doesn't work tomorrow night, we'll still have a good chance Thursday to salvage this 9-game gauntlet.Update from the Sally: With two more hits each Harper's at .377; Kelso's at .364.The South Atlantic is some crazy hitter's league. Going into tonight, Harper was FOURTH in batting at .376. Kelso, hitting .360, was tied for seventh. Orioles uberprospect Manny Machado was tied for 12th at .333.It will be interesting to see how these guys fare in the Carolina league. Obviously, Harper and Machado are the real deal, but I wonder whether Kelso is wheat or chaff.Somebody made a fair point last night — the Carolina is a big step up — witness the outfielders' tough adjustments at Potomac.
- SonnyG10 - May 11, 2011 at 2:53 AM
Doc, even if Hanrahan becomes an ace closer and Burnett goes into the tank, I still like the trade because we got some good production out of Morgan for half a year, and good production from Burnett at a time Hanrahan was not doing so well. For the present and future, we've got good replacements coming for the bull pen if need be.
- SonnyG10 - May 11, 2011 at 3:01 AM
JaneB and BinM, it would be ok with me if you could convince MASN to pay to send Mark Z to the away games
- Big Cat - May 11, 2011 at 11:15 AM
Damn the pitch count! Marquis was cruising. Let him pitch Sad Man. You about lost this game for us tonight. Also, who is our lefthanded specialist in the pen? Is it Slaten? If you don't have any faith in him, get him outa here, you're wasting a roster spot. Put Detwiler in that role, cause I'll tell ya, he will never be a sucessful starter in the bigs. As the innings go by 6…7…8…you can just see Sad Mans fanny get tighter and tighter. He starts getting antsy and looking around…..sweat beads on his forehead…."I gotta make a move" he mutters to himself, "I don't know what, but I gotta do something."
- NatsJack in Florida - May 11, 2011 at 11:35 AM
Second guessing is always easy when the decisions don't go as planned. Even though Prado dug out a low sinker and spanked it to left, Marquis had been leaving putches up for the past 2 innings and was having trouble with his command. Riggs made the correct decision to bring in a reliever; I'm just not sure Burnett was the right call. He's shown signs of slight wildness over his last 3 or 4 outings.At any rate, Clippard would have been my first choice in the 8th inning and I would have saved Burnett for the left hand match up with McCann or Hinske should it come to that.
- Tim - May 11, 2011 at 11:43 AM
LH Specialist with a lead: BurnettLH Specialist with the game tied or trailing: SlatenI was having a flashback to the Chief. He could make you bite your nails (or drink bourbon). Good thing Andruw Jones doesn't still play for the Braves. He was a Nat killer. I remember him hitting a HR late off Chad to beat us after we had a big lead. Anyway…A win is a win is a win. Now to win the series…
- alexva - May 11, 2011 at 11:43 AM
I'm with you on this one Big Cat. I was only listening the radio so I can't say for sure whether Marquis was laboring, but with a 7-1 and McCatty on the mound stalling for time, then bringing in Burnett. I swear I could sense the desperation and I'm sure the Braves could too. A win's a win I guess, and their record to date is better than you'd expect, but Riggleman does not bring the qualities I want in a manager.
- Ernie - May 11, 2011 at 12:00 PM
We have a Bad-News-Bears caliber team that is one game below .500, just took a rare series win from the Marlins, and beat evil nemesis Tim Hudson, and I sign on this morning to see that we're STILL picking on Riggleman. This team has more heart than it has in a while. They are competitive. They stay in games and generally play baseball that is fun to watch, even when they aren't hitting. If you want the Yankees, watch the Yankees. If you like numbers, play fantasy baseball. Me, I like watching a well-played baseball game and seeing a team and players grow up. I was sick of Desmond earlier this year but the last week has been exciting for him. Our pitching staff is mediocre at best, but think about where it's been and try not to be excited about how they're playing now. (Morse and Stairs, well, we all need something to grumble about…) No one thinks this roster is amazing, but if you really hate the team that much, stop watching. Personally, I'm having fun this year.
- Big Cat - May 11, 2011 at 12:01 PM
To top it off, Marquis had owned Chipper all night. So Chipper kindly says "thanks Sad Man" and burns a BB right past Burnett's ear. Oh well….a Curly in the books is a Curly in the books and as NatsJack says, it is always easy to second guess………especially with Sad Man
- Cwj - May 11, 2011 at 12:15 PM
I'm not too worried about Burnett. But somehow I think he's being misused. For one thing I think he needs to be pitching more often. Like Clippard, he seems to get better when getting steady work.I think there are at least 2 too many relievers on the roster. Clip, Store, Burn are all capable of multi-inning outings. I don't see the point in having 7 or 8 relievers when you can have 5 and open up some other roster spots.
- Cwj - May 11, 2011 at 12:18 PM
I'm with you Ernie!BTW, where did the nickname "Sad Man" come from?
- NatsJack in Florida - May 11, 2011 at 12:20 PM
Cwj… you're kidding, right?…. It only seems like we have too many relievers due to the fact that we are finally getting consecutive quality starts out of the starting 5. When you are only concerned about using your bull pen for the last 7 outs, you can exist with 3 or 4 relievers. But the second you have to get 16 outs from your bull pen in 3 out of 5 starts, you'll wish you had 10 guys out there.
- Anonymous8 - May 11, 2011 at 12:22 PM
Drew8 said… Update from the Sally: With two more hits each Harper's at .377; Kelso's at .364.______________________________________I hope they promote both of them together with Selik. It is good for these guys to move up together as it makes the start at the next level a little easier. Looking forward to a Potomac outfield of Hood, Eury Perez and Harper. I bet Potomac steps up their game when Harper gets there.
- Anonymous - May 11, 2011 at 12:28 PM
CwjWhen is the last time you saw Riggleman smile. They say he didn't even smile at his daughters wedding
- natsfan1a - May 11, 2011 at 12:30 PM
Emerging briefly from crunch mode to say, nice to pull that one off last night. I was a bit afraid that they might snatch defeat from the jaws of victory. Anyhoo, back to work now.Oh, and I watched the first four innings before interruptions took me away from the tv. I tuned back in just before Clippard gave one up to (beaten with) Uggla (stick). Am I allowed to watch anymore?
- Cwj - May 11, 2011 at 12:34 PM
Anon- yeah I know why some here call him "sad Man", but was curious who actually coined the name.NatsJack- Point taken.
- Big Cat - May 11, 2011 at 12:36 PM
Here is another thing with Riggs that bothers me. Get 2 relievers up in late game…. lefty/righty. Last night he has Burnett up and warming. He should of had Clippard throwing too. So now Burnett comes in and start stinking it up. So now we gotta go out and stall and wait for Clip to get ready. Have them both ready to go
- Anonymous8 - May 11, 2011 at 12:41 PM
Anonymous said… CwjWhen is the last time you saw Riggleman smile. They say he didn't even smile at his daughters wedding May 11, 2011 8:28 AM __________________________________Jim only has a son so your intel is wrong as is your point on him smiling.
- Anonymous - May 11, 2011 at 12:43 PM
This site used to be the best, now not even a wrapmup blog….off to read Kilgore.
- JD - May 11, 2011 at 12:44 PM
Anon8, I suspect that Harper at least will be moved up any day now; probably when Hagerstown completes their home stand. I do expect some normal regression with the promotion because that's been the history of almost everyone who made that step including: Norris, Marrero, Burgess etc. I for one happen to think that a bit of a struggle at every level is good for Harper because it gives him a chance to figure things out and get a bit better. It was good to see Robbie Ray's debut on Monday night. I am anxious to see where Solis (Potomac or Harrisburgh) and Cole (Hagerstown) start. This is the foundation of our franchise; never mind the over priced over the hill free agents.
- Anonymous - May 11, 2011 at 12:45 PM
Wrap-up …no coffee yet
- jd - May 11, 2011 at 12:53 PM
Big Cat, Take a 69 win team. Take away their 3,4 and 5 hitters; take away their phenom starter; take away their best player. Have the top 2 off season signings get off to terrible starts; have their 2 promising middle infielders get off to bad starts; their left fielder who dominated the 2nd half and spring training get off to a horrible start. Mix that all in and come up with a 17 – 18 record. You wanna criticize the manager? even you must be a little embarrassed.
- A DC Wonk - May 11, 2011 at 1:03 PM
jd — well put!
- Anonymous - May 11, 2011 at 1:08 PM
Yeah, bring Detwiler up. He has a 4+ ERA in AAA ball. I'm sure he will set the NL on fire,
- NatsJack in Florida - May 11, 2011 at 1:15 PM
Good post jd…. There are those who continually harp on their favorite perceived Nats problem (for me, it was Nyjer Morgan) and will do anything to voice their displeasure, win or lose.Riggs has done an outstanding job this season.
- Doc - May 11, 2011 at 1:25 PM
No wonder Riggleman didn't smile at his 'daughter's' wedding, if he only has a son.Watching the Nats has been fun this year. Not everything has worked out (check out the Bosox and Carl Crawford on that score, or talk to Ozzie about the Chisox), but 17-18 ain't too shabby, all things considered.The guys have been playing really good defense lately, they are running the bases like they never did before, and McCatty has built a pitching staff.And moreover I can't wait for the Oppo Boppo guy and SS to make the scene.Gooooooooooooooooo Nats!
- JD - May 11, 2011 at 1:34 PM
Doc, On May 13th Hagerstown goes on the road and Potomac starts a home stand. I predict that at least Harper and maybe Kelso move up on that date.If I,m wrong then it'l probably be around June 1st. Harper really has nothing more to prove at the level he's at. Move him on up.
- fpcsteve - May 11, 2011 at 1:36 PM
Riggleman has done a great job. Solid pitching, solid, sometimes spectacular defense… The hitting has to improve. If the season ended today, we would be sitting on .500, a 12 game improvement from last year. How could that not be great? Riggleman has gotten more out of less. And NatsJack is right. Everyone has a hero and villain. Part of the game, I guess.
- NatsJack in Florida - May 11, 2011 at 1:52 PM
On the Bryce Harper issue, it wouldn't suprise me if they keep him in Hagerstown through the Sally League All-Star game on June 21. That would coincide with the draft and the ability to assign guys who sign early or have proven themselves in Florida extended ST.
- Knoxville Nat - May 11, 2011 at 2:15 PM
I have to jump in here and add my two cents worth for all the Riggleman bashers. NatsJack, jd, fpcsteve are all correct…Riggleman has done an excellent job this season in getting this team to be competitive night in and night out. I've said it before and I'll say it again, if he can manage a .500 record this season (which I don't think is likely)with SS being out, RZ likely missing most of 2 months and abysmal hitting from almost every player, than Riggleman deserves serious consideration for Manager of the year and not the bashing he takes on this board and others.
- Ernie - May 11, 2011 at 2:32 PM
I would never have believed last year that I would be saying this, but I think the Nats should extend Riggleman at least one more year. He has a lot more tools than he did last year, so his managing makes more sense. Late-inning defensive substitutions drove a lot of the wackiness last year. This year, other than Morse, there is little need for that, so he's been able to run the team his way. I think he's been working his bullpen well this year, not overusing any one reliever, and letting his starters go longer (and I agree that Marquis last night needed to be pulled). Yes there are odd decisions – the intentional walk in that Giants game stands out – but I think he's really running this team well. The roster is not his fault. Extend him!(Of course, if we had lost last night I probably would still be on the floor in the fetal position, screaming for his head… The joy of being a fan is that you don't have to be consistent!)
- Doc - May 11, 2011 at 2:33 PM
Thanks for the update JD. I think that they should move Prince Oppo Boppo and Kelso all the way to the 'Burg. Harper could be doing what Bernadina is doing in CF, but that's another story.Bryce Harper comes with so much narrative, it must be hard for fans in Hagerstown to see him go.
- Steve M. - May 11, 2011 at 3:08 PM
Good stuff on Riggleman and glad there are a few here that have been willing to point out the positives of what Jim has accomplished. Jim was criticized for pulling starters too quick early in the season, and I think he is some times letting them go too long in my opinion and last night is the 3rd time in the last 2 weeks. That 7-1 lead got to look real small at 7-2 with men on base. As far as the job Burnett and Clippard did last night, I also think credit has to go to the hitters and I also saw the umpire going to a smaller strike zone which didn't help. Clippard also had to know that Uggla likes them inside and at the top of the strike zone but again credit to the hitter for getting it.Last year, the Nats would have found a way to lose that game last night. The defense was great and the only mis-play was that late inning single that Nix broke back on, instead of coming in on. Bernadina's throw to nail Freeman at 2nd was huge along with his 9th inning catch at the wall and Desmond looked amazing with his range all game.If this team learned anything versus other team's star pitchers is that you have to back your pitchers up with stellar defense. Ironically, Halladay didn't get it last night in Florida nor did Hudson in Atlanta.
- Unkyd - May 11, 2011 at 5:06 PM
Anon 8:43:… Care to elaborate? How can we make your experience more enjoyable?jd: nice ….. HereHere!!Anybody…: I mostly listen, rather than watch. Desi's range has always been remarked upon… I assume he's making better throws, and better decisions re: throwing. It was the stuff in front of him that was eating him up. Is he being more aggressive, and charging those, as well, or have they not been hitting it right at him, lately? And…. Count me among the Rigglefans!!!
- Big Cat - May 11, 2011 at 8:46 PM
I got nothing to say. I have been beaten into submission.


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The Goodlands: Young Photographers Inspiring Hope in North Philadelphia
Neighborhood Photography by Children of Fairhill and West Kensington
On View at the Penn Museum December 10 through May 2010
DECEMBER 2009—Since 2000, more than 800 children from the Fairhill and West Kensington neighborhoods of North Philadelphia have participated in a unique community-based after school and summer arts program run by Centro Nueva Creacion: The Goodlands®.
Beginning December 10, 2009, the Penn Museum presents The Goodlands: Young Photographers Inspiring Hope in North Philadelphia, a selection of more than 40 color photographs of people and places in the community, taken between 2000 and 2009 by neighborhood children aged 5 to 13. The photography exhibition, on view in the Museum's Kress gallery-the primary entrance for the 35,000 plus schoolchildren who annually visit the Museum-runs through May 2010.
Read more: The Goodlands: Young Photographers Inspiring Hope in North Philadelphia
Penn Museum's Free Holiday Family Celebration
Sunday December 6, 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Grab your "Passport" and get into the spirit of the holiday season Sunday, December 6th, 1:00 to 4:00 pm, with the University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology's 14th annual FREE Peace Around the World family afternoon. All visitors receive Museum "passports" with itineraries to visit ten countries via ten International Classroom speakers and explore holiday traditions in countries around the world. The day also features holiday choir music by children and adults, Maya storytelling, face painting, balloon art, international family crafts, free treats for children, and more!
Read more: The 14th Annual Peace Around the World Celebration
Penn Museum's behind-the-scenes research activities take center stage this fall, winter, and spring, through a new Wednesday lunchtime 12:00 pm series of illustrated talks-the Penn Museum Scholars Series. Attendees are invited to bring along lunch for the short talks and question-and-answer period programs, all "pay-as-you-want" with Museum admission donation. The presentations take place in Penn Museum's Classroom 2 just off the Trescher entrance.
The series, which began in October 2009, continues most weeks, December 2009 through mid-May 2010. Program updates, and descriptions, are posted on the Museum's website calendar.
Read more: Penn Museum Offers Wednesday Lunchtime Scholars Series
New Exhibition at the Penn Museum Offers Intimate Look at Homelessness and Addiction in Urban America
December 5, 2009 through May 2010
Anthropologist Philippe Bourgois and photographer-ethnographer Jeff Schonberg spent more than a decade among a community of heroin injectors and crack smokers who survive on the streets of San Francisco's former industrial neighborhoods. Their extensive research formed the subject of a provocative new book, Righteous Dopefiend (University of California Press, Berkeley, 2009), and now, a new exhibition.
Righteous Dopefiend: Homelessness, Addiction, and Poverty in Urban America, opens Saturday, December 5, 2009 at the University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology in Philadelphia and runs through May 2010. More than forty black-and-white photographs are interwoven with edited transcriptions of tape-recorded conversations, field notes, and critical analysis to explore the intimate experience of homelessness and addiction.
Penn Museum Presents a Special Event: Harry Potter and the Magical Muggle Museum on Sunday, November 22, 2009 from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm
HARRY POTTER AND THE MAGICAL MUGGLE MUSEUM—the magical wizarding extravaganza designed for Harry Potter fans, those passionate about the novels of J.K. Rowling, and magic lovers of all ages—returns to the University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology for its third straight year, on Sunday, November 22, 11:00 am to 4:00 pm, with new activities and magical surprises throughout the building. Penn Museum opens two hours early to share all the magic, and it is all magically free with regular Museum admission donation ($10 for adults; $7 for seniors; $6 for children 6-17 and college students with ID; and free for children 5 and under, Penn Museum members, and PennCard holders.) Visitors are encouraged to dress up as their favorite Harry Potter character, or this year, their favorite Twilight character, and join in on the action!
More than 30 different activities are planned for the day, with the full schedule of activities available online.
Read more: Magical Wizarding Extravaganza Back By Popular Demand!
Penn Museum's World-renowned Mesopotamian Collection from Ur is the Centerpiece Of a New Exhibition Exploring Iraq's Ancient Cultural Heritage
PHILADELPHIA, PA—In 1922—the same year that Howard Carter made headlines with the discovery of Tutankhamen's tomb in Egypt—the Penn Museum and the British Museum embarked upon a joint expedition to the ancient site of Ur in southern Iraq. Led by British archaeologist Sir Leonard Woolley, this expedition astonished the world by uncovering an extraordinary 4,500-year-old royal cemetery with more than 2,000 burials that detailed a remarkable ancient Mesopotamian civilization at the height of its glory.
Read more: Iraq's Ancient Past: Rediscovering Ur's Royal Cemetery Opens 25 October 2009
PHILADELPHIA, PA—Welcome! Swagatam! Willkomen! Emedi!
International students and scholars new to the Delaware Valley are invited to attend this year's annual welcome reception on Friday, 09 October 2009, 5pm to 7pm. The International Students Reception is held in the majestic Chinese Rotunda at the Penn Museum, 3260 South Street, in Philadelphia on the University of Pennsylvania campus.
Read more: Penn Museum Hosts 40th Annual Welcome Reception for International Students and Scholars
PHILADELPHIA, PA—The University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology has opened the door to its new home on the web at www.penn.museum. This new website offers a fresh new design, expanded research content, and behind-the-scenes features, as well as dynamic, interactive, and multimedia functionality to engage visitors at multiple levels.
PHILADELPHIA, PA—Visitors to the University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology can now enjoy an English or Spanish audio tour of the Museum's galleries. The Highlights of the Collections Tour can be accessed through an Orpheo Classic handset (available to rent at the main entrance: $5 per person; $4 per person for Museum members and groups of 10 to 30) or via a free podcast download from iTunes. Wi-Fi hotspots in many of the Museum's public spaces allow visitors to access the podcast and other Museum content from laptops or smart phones.
An Evening of Talks, Tutored Tastings, and a Book signing with Penn Museum's Patrick McGovern and Dogfish Head Brewery's Sam Calagione, Thursday, 08 October 2009 at 6pm
Event Includes All Three of the Re-Created Ancient Ales from Dogfish Head--Midas Touch, Chateau Jiahu, and Theobroma—Plus a Surprise Beverage
PHILADELPHIA, PA—Patrick McGovern, biomolecular archaeologist at the Penn Museum and the leading authority on ancient fermented beverages, and Sam Calagione, Founder and President of Dogfish Head Brewery, team up to talk about how ancient ales and extreme beverages are discovered and brought back to life. The event is Uncorking the Past: Ancient Ales, Wines, and Extreme Beverages, an evening of talks, tastings, and a book signing, Thursday, 08 October 2009 at 6pm at the University of Pennsylvania Museum in Philadelphia.
Tickets to the special program can be purchased online. Advance tickets to the special program are $60; $45 for Penn Museum members. Tickets at the door, based on availability, are $75. Guests must be at least 21 years old to attend.
Read more: Uncorking the Past: Ancient Ales, Wines, and Extreme Beverages
For the most updated information on programs offered at the Penn Museum, and for on-line pre-registration (optional or required for some programs) visit the Museum's website: www.penn.museum/calendar
02 November 2009
Monday, 5pm
Evening Lecture
Museums, Antiquities, and Cultural Property
James Cuno, President and Director of The Art Institute of Chicago and author of Who Owns Antiquity? Museums and the Battle over Our Ancient Heritage, presents his views and engages in discussion on the importance of cultural heritage and the control and ownership of antiquities in the 21st century. Sponsored by the Museum's Penn Cultural Heritage Center. Lecture admission: pay-what-you-like. Reservations requested. Information: (215) 898-4890.
Read more: November/December 2009 Calendar of Events at the Penn Museum
For the most updated information on programs offered at the Penn Museum, and for on-line pre-registration (optional or required for some programs) visit our online calendar: www.penn.museum/calendar
09 September through 28 October 2009
Wednesdays, 5:30pm to 7pm
Vinyasa Yoga in the Galleries
Lauren Brown, certified yoga instructor, offers yoga sessions in the beautiful setting of the Penn Museum's atmospheric galleries. This weekly Wednesday evening class, designed to accommodate all levels of ability, focuses on basic yoga positions for building strength and increasing endurance. Beginners are welcome. Attendees should bring a yoga mat and towel, and wear comfortable clothing. Class size is limited. $12 per class. Information: (215) 898-4890.
Read more: September/October 2009 Calendar of Events at the Penn Museum
30 JULY 2009, PHILADELPHIA, PA—One of the great archaeological illustrators of the 20th century, Piet de Jong spent the summer of 1957, at the invitation of excavation director Rodney Young, working at the renowned site of Gordion in central Turkey. While de Jong set about on a series of watercolors reconstructing wall paintings from a previously uncovered "Painted House," ca. 500 BCE, Penn Museum excavators were making a now-famous discovery: they penetrated a large, exceptionally well-preserved grave mound, known as the "Midas Mound" for its association with the legendary King Midas and his family. There, they found a wealth, not of gold, but of royal artifacts and information about the Phrygian people of 2700 years ago.
09 NOVEMBER 2006, PHILADELPHIA, PA—The University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology invites everyone to get into the spirit of the holiday season Sunday, December 3rd, 1:00 to 4:30 p.m., when the Museum celebrates the 11th annual Peace Around the World. It's a FREE joyous, family-oriented afternoon filled with theater in the galleries, international music and dancing, choir music by children and adults, magic, exotic face-painting, a family craft, free treats for children, and more! (Attendees can even take advantage of special reduced-rate parking in Penn Garage 7, Convention Avenue off South Street, when they validate their parking ticket at Penn Museum).
Read more: The 11th Annual Peace Around the World, Penn Museum's Free Holiday Family Celebration
15 DECEMBER 2006, PHILADELPHIA, PA—On Friday, 15 December 2006 Penn Museum's all-volunteer Women's Committee handed over a giant-sized check--one with five zeros before the decimal point--to Museum Director Jeremy Sabloff, at their monthly meeting. Women's Committee Chair Mrs. Stephen Goff (Marguerite) passed the honor of handing over the check to Mrs. Cummins Catherwood (Susan), Mrs. Robert E. McQuiston (Missy), and Mrs. Michael Heavener (Suchinda), co-chairs of the Women's Committee's second annual show and sale, "TREASURES...from the Silk Road to the Santa Fe Trail." An additional $3,000 was donated to the museum in honor of each chair.
Read more: Women's Committee Presents Museum with $100,000 Check
19 DECEMBER 2006, PHILADELPHIA, PA—Tena Thomason, Penn Museum's Special Events Coordinator, is the latest recipient of the Director's Award—established by the University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology to honor exceptional staff and volunteer achievement. Dr. Jeremy A. Sabloff, Director of the University of Pennsylvania Museum, surprised Ms Thomason with the presentation this morning, at a weekly senior staff meeting.
19 DECEMBER 2006, PHILADELPHIA, PA—Squeal for joy! The University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology ushers in the Year of the Pig Saturday, 20 January 2007 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., with its 26th annual Chinese New Year Celebration! Music and dance performances, food, healing and martial arts demonstrations, games, workshops, arts, crafts, children's activities and much more—topped off with the traditional Chinese Lion Dance grand finale—are all part of the spectacular day-long celebration, FREE with Museum admission donation ($8 general admission; $5 students and seniors; free for children under 6, Museum members and PennCard holders).
Read more: Penn Museum Welcomes the Year of the Pig at the 26th Annual Chinese New Year Celebration
09 JANUARY 2007, PHILADELPHIA, PA—Dr. Zahi Hawass, Secretary General of the Supreme Council of Antiquities of Egypt and Director of excavations at the Giza Pyramids, Saqqara, and Bahariya Oasis, offers a special public talk, "The Riddle of the Pyramids and the Magic of King Tut," Thursday, February 1 at 6:00 p.m. in the Harrison Auditorium of the University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology in Philadelphia.
14 JANUARY 2007, PHILADELPHIA, PA—Music and dance of Africa and the African diaspora, storytelling, arts and crafts, culture and cuisine—it all comes together at the 18th annual Celebration of African Cultures Saturday, 17 February from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. throughout the galleries of the University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology. The event, an annual extravaganza, is FREE with Museum admission donation ($8 for adults; $5 students and senior citizens; free for Museum members, children under 6, and PENNcard holders).
26 JANUARY 2007, PHILADELPHIA, PA—For the summer of 2007, adventurous children ages 7 through 13 can participate in a day camp that takes them through time and across continents—at the University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology on Penn's campus in Philadelphia.
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C.H. Moore Homestead
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this restored mansion and grounds whisk visitors back to the Victorian era. Once home to Clinton attorney Clifton H. Moore, visitors will enjoy tours and stories of the friend and law partner of Abraham Lincoln who one resided there. Home of the DeWitt County Museum.
Country Junction
You are invited to shop the ever-changing collection of traditional crafts, folk art, candles, furniture, home accents, decorative accessories, and much more. Displayed in room design design settings. Country Junction treats you to an enjoyable shopping experience.
Flower Corner & Country Church Craft Mall
A full-service florist specializing in weddings. The Flower Corner invites you to call and set up an appointment to speak with one of their designers for your special day! They also carry a large assortment of crafts, candles, quilts, pictures, wooden signs, and furniture.
The Laughing Kat
Located in the residence of local artist Frannie Thompson, this shop features all types of handmade creations. Her fine assortment of fused glass and beads, paintings, jewelry, sewing and purses awaits you.
A.L. Van Den Bergen Statue " Abraham Lincoln"
This bronze statue was originally dedicated in 1931 to commemorate Lincoln's "Fool the People" speech.
Union School House
Built in 1865, Union School served rural Logan County for over 80 years. More than a museum, Union School is a hands-on learning center. Local history is displayed in old photographs and memorabilia. A year-round interpreter is available to enhance the visitor experience.
Woodlawn Cemetery and Civil War Soldiers Plot
The first burial at Woodlawn Cemetery was that of a Union Soldier in 1861. The plot is the resting place for over 80 Civil War Soldiers. An interpretive sign provides history of the plot and a listing of the soldiers buried there. Also located here are Civil War era cannons. Several others buried outside of the Civil War Soldiers plot were contemporaries of Abraham Lincoln.
Veterans Point Memorial
25 tons of granite memorialize 1300 veterans from at least twenty-seven states with the message, "Freedom is not Free." Fifty Flags of Freedom fly the following holidays: Memorial Day, Flag Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Patriots Day, Veterans Day, and Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day.
Barn Quilts of Dewitt County
Barn quilts of DeWitt County is a project designed to celebrate Clinton and DeWitt County's rich agricultural history, showcase our rural areas, promote agritourism, the arts, and create a sense of community pride. Throughout the county, vibrant, hand-painted 8'X8' quilt blocks on 'wooden canvases' adorn numerous barns, making a drive through the countryside all the more enjoyable. Barn quilts are on display June through August.
Lincoln Square Theatre
The Lincoln Square Theatre was built in 1915, designed principally to present touring theatrical and vaudeville productions. The original structure featured seating for 1,355 patrons.
Decatur Civic Center
The Decatur Civic Center hosts trade shows, concerts, expos and more.
Governor Oglesby Mansion
Built in 1874, this Italianate mansion was the home of Richard J. Oglesby, a U.S. senator and three-time governor of Illinois. Oglesby was also a Union general in the Civil War and a close friend of Abraham Lincoln.
Hieronymus Mueller Museum
Located on Mueller Company grounds, where the accomplishments of inventor Hieronymus Mueller, Decatur's "Unsung genius" and holder of over 500 patents, are celebrated. Among the expanded facility's treasures: The seventh of only eight cars manufactured by Mueller.
Birks Museum
Once the original reading room of Millikin University's Gorin Library, Birks Museum maintains a montage of memories: Among them, a Belleek mirror made for Queen Victoria; a life mask of Abraham Lincoln circa 1864; and 700 paperweights.
Macon County History Museum
Imagine Abraham Lincoln, the 6'4" lawyer, ducking to avoid bumping his head on the entrance of Macon Country's first courthouse built in 1829, which was the only log courthouse where Lincoln practiced law. This and other period buildings, located in the Macon County History Museum, allow visitors to travel back to different historical periods of the county. The prairie village on the museum grounds is home to such historical buildings as the log court house where Abraham Lincoln practiced in the 1830s.
Avon Theatre
Promoting Timeless Excellence in Film The Avon Theatre, featuring the best of independent, world and documentary films, foreign and Hollywood classics, and educational programming that will enhance the cultural richness of the downtown Stamford community. Once again, discerning film goers can ask: "What's on at the Avon?" It was formed in 2003 under the name the Avon Theatre Film Center, Inc., to restore a vital downtown landmark and reopen it as a community venue for the presentation of timeless film. A Brief History of the Avon Theatre The Avon Theatre has been described as an eclectic and whimsical picture house, with a prevailing Neo-Colonial motif that incorporates traditional Art Deco themes. The theatre is highlighted by a strikingly original exterior facade, framed magnificently by a restored vertical "AVON" marquee that lights up the Connecticut sky at night.
Anne Lloyd Gallery - Madden Arts Center
The warm, welcoming and slightly funky Madden Arts Center is a richly renovated hub where the Decatur Area Arts Council makes its home. The building houses galleries, classrooms, an art shop, photo lab and rehearsal spaces. The Anne Lloyd Gallery showcases local exhibits as well as extraordinary traveling collections. The gallery spotlights an International Arts Experience exhibition over an 8-week period each summer. Participating in the downtown Decatur "art walks" the gallery holds a "First Friday" reception on the first Friday evening of each month, showcasing a different artist or artistic medium each time.
Blue Connection Gallery
The "Art of Entrepreneurship" program (of which the Blue Connection Gallery is an integral part) has been developed to unite the strengths of two of Millikin's Professional Schools: the Tabor School of Business and the College of Fine Arts. This novel combination of two programs enables business students to gain insight into the creative aspects of entrepreneurship while art students of Millikin's College of Fine Arts learn the importance of marketing their own artwork. You will find all types of art displayed at The Blue Connection. Be sure to stop in and browse -- who knows... a promising student's work purchased today could turn out to be a valuable masterpiece tomorrow! The gallery participates in the "First Friday" art walks by hosting receptions that trademark the arts community in Decatur's quaint and historic downtown.
David Erlanson Gallery
The David Erlanson Art Gallery is located in the center of the Richland Community College campus and is used to display artwork of students, faculty, and professional artists. Each month, a new artist is featured and the public is invited to a reception honoring the artist. Annual student and faculty shows are also featured and the gallery space has served as a stage for other art events such as readings and dramatic performances. This intimate space showcases a wide range of works from regional artists, while enhancing the college's art program. Exhibits rotate monthly, and highlights include an annual student art show in May.
Lobby Gallery
Art "takes off" in the Lobby Gallery at the main terminal of the Decatur Airport. Exhibits range from watercolors and acrylics to oils, pastels, and fiber art.
North Gallery - Rock Springs Nature Center
This gallery showcases the works of local artists in various media.
Chevrolet Hall of Fame Museum
A collection of Chevrolet automobiles combing various race cars, Indy 50 Pace Cars, and original unrestored vehicles, including Chevrolet memorabilia. Includes Dreamers Diner where the cars can be partially viewed while you eat a fantastic breakfast or lunch.
Children's Museum of Illinois
Kids can shimmy up Luckey's Climber, make a giant bubble and pretend to be whatever they can imagine, from a pilot to a scientist. The museum's permanent exhibits complement temporary exhibits and projects.
Gallery 510/NOVA Framing
Located in downtown Decatur on Main Street, you'll find the venue for Gallery 510's local artist cooperative. Discover original creations by local artisans including pottery, paintings, textiles, fiber art and metal sculptures. There is a free public reception the first Friday of each month featuring a local artist.
African American Civil War Soldiers Monument
This unique artwork is one of only a handful of sculptured tributes to the African American Civil War soldier in the entire United States. Commissioned by the City of Decatur, the work was designed and created by renowned artist, Preston Jackson. Jackson created several concepts for the statue and allowed the citizens of Decatur to vote to select the final design.
Albert Taylor Theatre at Millikin University
The Albert Taylor Theatre is located in the historic Shilling Hall. The 275-seat auditorium was built as Millikin University opened in 1902. Renovations to the theatre were completed in 2006 and include Handicapped Accessible and Wheel Chair Accessible seating. Annual productions by the Millikin University Department of Theatre & Dance, School of Music, and Opera Program are all held in this theatre. Lectures, classes, and rehearsals are also held in the facility.
Kaeuper Hall at Millikin University
Kaeuper Hall is located in the Perkinson Music Center. The 167-seat auditorium was named after Hermann Kaeuper, the first Director of the School of Music. The handicapped accessible hall hosts weekly School of Music recitals, guest instrumental and vocal performances, opera rehearsals, and other intimate concerts.
The Pour House
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Theatre 7
Local theatre presentations at their best, with local talent providing high quality entertaining plays throughout the year for your enjoyment.
Kirkland Fine Arts Center
A full-scale, live performance theater, with art galleries, on the campus of Millikin University.
The African-American Cultural & Geneological Society of Illinois Museum (AACGS)
AACGS promotes and provides resources and education on the history of the African American. Embracing all cultures, it offers genealogy workshops, museum displays, storytelling, essay and poetry contests, and the promotion of Cultural Arts.
African-American Cultural & Genealogical Society of Illinois
AACGS promotes and provides resources and education on the history of the African American. Embracing all cultures, it offers (in part), genealogy workshops, museum displays, storytelling, essay & poetry contests and the promotion of Cultural Arts. Three main annual community events sponsored are Black History Month, Juneteenth National Freedom Day, and Kwanzaa Celebration
Monticello Wabash Depot
Built in 1899, the restored depot is the departure point for a weekend afternoon train ride to the Monticello Railway Museum. It also serves as a visitor center for Monticello and Piatt County.
Prairie Fire Glass
Since its inception in 2002, Prairie Fire Glass has delighted visitors with the mesmerizing art of traditional glassblowing. Featuring a gallery in the front of the store and a working studio in the back, you can peruse original art glass creations while enjoying live glassblowing demonstrations.
Steeple Gallery
We specialize in Americana, limited edition prints, custom framing, primitive antiques, gifts and decor. We are located in a 1906 vintage church.
Allerton Park & Retreat Center
Allerton Park was the private estate of Robert Henry Allerton, who donated it to the University of Illinois in 1946. It features 1,500 acres of woodlands, formal gardens and more than 100 sculptures. The park is open to the public for hiking, picnicking, cross-country skiing and leisurely garden strolls.
Moweaqua Coal Mine Museum
Houses a number of coal minig artifacts - Pictures, newspaper clippings, coal mining tools, and other mine related materials on display. Most famous for the explosion that happened on December 24, 1932 which killed 54 workers.
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Half Life 2 (Episode Two HDR)
Version and / or Patch Used: Latest from Steam
Timedemo or Level Used: Custom Timedemo
Developer Homepage: http://www.valvesoftware.com
Product Homepage: http://www.half-life2.com
By taking the suspense, challenge and visceral charge of the original, and adding startling new realism, responsiveness and new HDR technology, Half-Life 2 Episode Two opens the door to a world where the player's presence affects everything around him, from the physical environment to the behaviors even the emotions of both friends and enemies.
We benchmark Half Life 2 Episode Two with our own custom timedemos as to avoid possible driver optimizations using the "record demo_name" command and loading the timedemo with the "timedemo demo_name" command - For a full list of the commands, click here.
Moving to our first real world game we see the HD 3650 and X2 shows no real difference while the HD 3870 gets a small decrease again.
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Calculated Atom Pair Charge Differences
This following pages return the difference of atomic charges for a particular bond. First choose a species, then choose the bond.
Please enter the chemical formula
Rules for chemical formula
Enter a sequence of element symbols followed by numbers to specify the amounts of desired elements (e.g., C6H6).
Elements may be in any order.
If only one of a given atom is desired, you may omit the number after the element symbol.
Parentheses may be used to group atoms.
Multiple specifications for an atom will be added. This means that
will be treated the same as
To specify one or more of a given atom, use a question mark (?) after the element symbol.
To specify any number (including zero) of given element, use an asterisk (*) after the element symbol.
A comma delimited list of several species may be entered.
Ions are indicated by placing + or - at the end of the formula (CH3+, BF4-, CO3--)
Species in the CCCBDB
Mostly atoms with atomic number less than than 36 (Krypton), except for most of the transition metals. See section
for a periodic table view.
Six or fewer heavy atoms and twenty or fewer total atoms.
Versions 8 and higher have a few substituted benzenes with more than six heavy atoms. Versions 12 and higher have bromine-containing molecules.