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CAFE - Fuel Economy
First enacted by Congress in 1975, the purpose of CAFE is to reduce energy consumption by increasing the fuel economy of cars and light trucks. NHTSA has recently set standards to increase CAFE levels rapidly over the next several years, which will improve our nation's energy security and save consumers money at the pump. This site contains an immense amount of information about the CAFE program including a CAFE overview, rulemaking actions, fleet characteristics data, compliance activities, summaries of manufacturers' fuel economy performances since 1978, and related studies.
Proposed Rule Alternative Fuel Badging and Consumer Information
NHTSA is proposing to require badges, labels and owner's manual information for new passenger cars, low-speed vehicles (LSVs) and light-duty trucks rated at not more than 8,500 pounds gross vehicle weight, in order to increase consumer awareness regarding the use and benefits of alternative fuels.
This proposed rule would implement specific statutory mandates that manufacturers be required to: Identify each vehicle capable of running on an alternative fuel by means of a permanent and prominent display affixed to the exterior of the vehicle; add proposed text describing the capabilities and benefits of using alternative fuels to the owners' manuals provided for alternative fuel vehicles; and identify each vehicle that is capable of running on an alternative fuel by means of a label in the fuel filler compartment.
- View or download a copy of the proposed rule
- Please submit any comments on or before April 21, 2014, to docket number: NHTSA–2010–0134
Phase 2 of the DOT and EPA Fuel Efficiency and GHG Emission Program for Medium- and Heavy-Duty Vehicles announced
President Obama directs the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to develop and issue the next phase ("Phase 2") of medium- and heavy-duty vehicle fuel efficiency and greenhouse gas (GHG) standards by March 2016. Under this timeline, the agencies are expected to issue a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) by March 2015. This second round of fuel efficiency standards will build on the first-ever standards for medium- and heavy-duty vehicles (model years 2014 through 2018).
- Dec. 1, 2014 -- MEETING ANNOUNCEMENT: Technical Research Workshop supporting EPA and NHTSA Phase 2 Standards for MD/HD Greenhouse Gas and Fuel Efficiency, Dec. 10-11, at Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) in San Antonio, Texas
- FACT SHEET -- Opportunity For All: Improving the Fuel Efficiency of American Trucks – Bolstering Energy Security, Cutting Carbon Pollution, Saving Money and Supporting Manufacturing Innovation
- WHITE HOUSE REPORT -- Improving the Fuel Efficiency of American Trucks
- JULY 16, 2014: Notice of Intent to Prepare an Environmental Impact Statement | Cover Letter
- More information on "Phase 1" is below
Phase 1 of Fuel Efficiency and GHG Emission Program for Medium- and Heavy-Duty Trucks, MYs 2014-2018
- Technical Amendments
- Partial Withdrawal of Heavy-Duty Engine and Vehicle, and Nonroad Technical Amendments
- Heavy-Duty Engine and Vehicle, and Nonroad Technical Amendments
- Final Rule
- Final rule
- Correcting Amendments for Base Tire Definition
- Final Regulatory Impact Analysis
- Read the Aug. 9, 2011, News Release
- Fact Sheet
- NEPA Process
- Environmental Impact Statements (FEIS & DEIS)
- Notice of Proposed Rulemaking
- Fact Sheet
- Correction Notice for Notice of Proposed Rulemaking
- Notice of Proposed Rulemaking
- Draft Regulatory Impact Analysis
- NHTSA Study: Factors and Considerations for Establishing a Fuel Efficiency Regulatory Improvement Program for Commercial Medium- and Heavy-Duty Vehicles
- Notice of Public Hearings for Proposal on Nov. 15 & 18
- NAS Study: Technologies and Approaches to Reducing the Fuel Consumption of Medium- and Heavy-Duty Vehicles
- Read the News Release
NHTSA Holds Workshop on Vehicle Mass-Size-Safety
NHTSA conducted a workshop on May 13-14 on issues related to fuel economy, vehicle mass reduction and the effects of vehicle mass and size on vehicle safety.
DOT and EPA Establish CAFE and GHG Emissions Standards for Model Years 2017 and Beyond
Following the direction set by President Obama on May 21, 2010, NHTSA and EPA have issued joint Final Rules for Corporate Average Fuel Economy and Greenhouse Gas emissions regulations for model years 2017 and beyond, that will help address our country's dependence on imported oil, save consumers money at the pump, and reduce emissions of greenhouse gases that contribute to global climate change.
- Read the Aug. 28, 2012, News Release
- Final Rule (Federal Register version)
- Correction Notice for Final Rule, Part 536 (Oct. 18, 2012)
- Final Regulatory Impact Analysis (FRIA)
- Joint Technical Support Document (TSD)
- Environmental Impact Statements: Final (July 2012) & Draft (Nov. 2011)
- Fact Sheet
- CAFE Compliance and Effects Modeling System: The Volpe Model
- Other NHTSA Research Supporting the Final Rule
- Transcripts for Public Hearings in Detroit, Philadelphia, and San Francisco
- Documents Associated with the Dec. 2011 Proposal
- Documents Leading Up to the Proposal
DOT and EPA Unveil New Fuel Economy Labels
NHTSA and EPA have jointly issued a final rule establishing new requirements for a fuel economy and environment label that will be posted on the window sticker of all new automobiles sold in the U.S. The redesigned label provides expanded information to American consumers about new vehicle fuel economy and fuel consumption, greenhouse gas and smog-forming emissions, and projected fuel costs and savings, and also includes a smartphone interactive code that permits direct access to additional web resources. Click the link below for more information.
New Fuel Efficiency Program Announced
At the direction of President Obama on May 21, 2010, NHTSA and EPA are taking the next steps to improve fuel efficiency and reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from mobile sources.
Joint Rulemaking to Establish CAFE and GHG Emissions Standards, MY 2012-2016
There is a critically important need for our country to address global climate change and to reduce oil consumption. In this context, DOT and EPA worked in coordination to establish standards for CAFE and emissions of greenhouse gases (GHG) for Model Years 2012-2016.
Average Fuel Economy Standards, Passenger Cars and Light Trucks, MY 2011-2015
Proposes substantial increases in CAFE standards for passenger cars and light trucks that would enhance energy security by improving fuel economy. Since carbon dioxide (CO2) is the natural by-product of the combustion of fuel, the increased standards would also address climate change by reducing tailpipe emissions of CO2. Those emissions represent 97 percent of the total greenhouse gas emissions from motor vehicles. Implementation of the new standards would dramatically add to the billions of barrels of fuel already saved since the beginning of the CAFE program in 1975.
- Final Environmental Impact Statement
- NHTSA Public Hearing on the CAFE DEIS
- Draft Environmental Impact Statement
Average Fuel Economy Standards, Passenger Cars and Light Trucks, MY 2011
NHTSA estimates that the MY 2011 standards will raise the industry-wide combined average to 27.3 mpg, save 887 million gallons of fuel over the lifetime of the MY 2011 cars and light trucks, and reduce CO2 emissions by 8.3 million metric tons during that period.
Light Truck Fuel Economy Standard Rulemaking, MY 2008-2011
This final rule reforms the structure of the CAFE program for light trucks and establishes higher CAFE standards for model year (MY) 2008-2011 light trucks. Manufacturers may comply with CAFE standards established under the reformed structure (Reformed CAFE) or with standards established in the traditional way (Unreformed CAFE) during a transition period of MYs 2008-2010. In MY 2011, all manufacturers will be required to comply with a Reformed CAFE standard. Under Reformed CAFE, fuel economy standards are restructured so they are based on a measure of vehicle size called "footprint," the product of multiplying a vehicle's wheelbase by its track width. A target level of fuel economy is established for each increment in footprint. Smaller footprint light trucks have higher targets and larger ones, lower targets.
NHTSA Consumer Research
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Read the final reports and webinar presentation for focus groups and online surveys NHTSA conducted to inform development of a consumer education campaign.
Requests for Product Plan Info
NHTSA periodically requests future product plan information from auto manufacturers to help the agency in its CAFE rulemaking analyses.
|49 CFR Part 533
|Reforming the Automobile Fuel Economy Standards Program
This document seeks comment on various issues relating to the corporate average fuel economy (CAFE) program. In particular, this document seeks comments relating to possible enhancements to the program that will assist in furthering fuel conservation while protecting motor vehicle safety and the economic vitality of the auto industry. The agency is particularly interested in improvements to the structure of the CAFE program authorized under current statutory authority. The focus of this document is to solicit comments on the structure of the CAFE program, not the stringency level for a future CAFE standard.
|49 CFR Part 533
|Light Truck Average Fuel Economy Standards, Model Years 2005-2007
This final rule established the average fuel economy standards for light trucks that will be manufactured in the 2005-2007 model years (MYs). Chapter 329 of Title 49 of the United States Code requires the issuance of these standards. The standards for all light trucks manufactured by a manufacturer is set at 21.0 mpg for MY 2005, 21.6 mpg for MY 2006, and 22.2 mpg for MY 2007. This rule is effective May 5, 2003.
|49 CFR Part 538
|Automobile Fuel Economy Manufacturing Incentives for Alternative Fueled Vehicles
This final rule extends the incentive created by the Alternative Motor Fuels Act of 1988 (AMFA) to encourage the continued production of motor vehicles capable of operating on alternative fuels for four additional model years covering model years (MY) 2005 to MY 2008. Under the special procedures for calculating the fuel economy of those vehicles contained in AMFA, alternative and dual fueled vehicles are assigned a higher fuel economy value for CAFE purposes, which can result in manufacturers earning credits for their fleets. The final rule limits the maximum amount of credit that may be applied to any manufacturers' fleet to 0.9 mpg per fleet during MY 2005 - MY 2008.
|49 CFR Part 538
|Under 49 CFR Part 538, Automotive Fuel Economy Manufacturing Incentives for Alternative Fuel Vehicles
To provide an incentive for the production of vehicles that can operate on certain alternative fuels as well as on regular petroleum fuels, Congress established a special procedure for calculating the fuel economy of those vehicles for determining compliance with the Corporate Average Fuel Economy standards.
|49 CFR Parts 523, 531, 533, 534, 536 and 537
|Average Fuel Economy Standards, Passenger Cars and Light Trucks, Model Year 2011
NHTSA estimates that the MY 2011 standards will raise the industry-wide combined average to 27.3 mpg, save 887 million gallons of fuel over the lifetime of the MY 2011 cars and light trucks, and reduce CO2 emissions by 8.3 million metric tons during that period.
Final Regulatory Impact Analysis
|49 CFR Parts 523, 531, 534, 536, 537
|Average Fuel Economy Standards, Passenger Cars and Light Trucks, Model Years 2011-2015
Proposes substantial increases in the Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standards for passenger cars and light trucks that would enhance energy security by improving fuel economy. Since the carbon dioxide (CO2) emitted from the tailpipes of new motor vehicles is the natural by-product of the combustion of fuel, the increased standards would also address climate change by reducing tailpipe emissions of CO2. Those emissions represent 97 percent of the total greenhouse gas emissions from motor vehicles. Implementation of the new standards would dramatically add to the billions of barrels of fuel already saved since the beginning of the CAFE program in 1975.
Draft Environmental Impact Statement, Appendix C
Draft Environmental Impact Statement, Appendix B
Request for Product Plan Information
Draft Environmental Impact Statement, Appendix A
Draft Environmental Impact Statement
Preliminary Regulatory Impact Analysis
|49 CFR Parts 523, 533 and 537
|Light Truck Average Fuel Economy Standards, Model Years 2008-2011
This final rule reforms the structure of the corporate average fuel economy (CAFE) program for light trucks and establishes higher CAFE standards for model year (MY) 2008-2011 light trucks. Reforming the CAFE program will enable it to achieve larger fuel savings, while enhancing safety and preventing adverse economic consequences.
Final Environmental Assessment
|NHTSA: 49 CFR Parts 531, 533, and 537; EPA: 40 CFR Parts 86 and 600
|Establish Light-Duty Vehicle Greenhouse Gas Emission Standards and CAFE Standards
EPA and NHTSA are issuing this joint proposal to establish a National Program consisting of new standards for light-duty vehicles that will reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve fuel economy. EPA is proposing greenhouse gas emissions standards under the Clean Air Act, and NHTSA is proposing Corporate Average Fuel Economy standards under the Energy Policy and Conservation Act, as amended. These standards apply to passenger cars, light-duty trucks, and medium-duty passenger vehicles, covering model years 2012 through 2016, and represent a harmonized and consistent National Program. Under the National Program, automobile manufacturers would be able to build a single light-duty national fleet that satisfies all requirements under both programs while ensuring that consumers still have a full range of vehicle choices.
Draft Joint Technical Support Document
Preliminary Regulatory Impact Analysis
Draft Environmental Impact Statement
|Draft Environmental Assessment
The draft environmental assessment evaluates the potential environmental impacts associated with NHTSA's proposed action to set Corporate Average Fuel Economy Standards for model year 2008-2011 light trucks. This document describes the environment and resources that might be affected by the proposed light truck CAFE standards for model years 2008-2011, and assesses estimated impacts of alternative actions.
Draft of the Evironmental Assessment proposed action to set CAFE standards for model year 2008-2011 light trucks
|Nissan North America, Inc. Petition for Exemption from Two-Fleet Rule Affecting Compliance with Passenger Automobile Fuel Economy Standards
Nissan filed a petition requesting exemption from the two fleet rule for the 2006-2010 model years. The two fleet rule, which is contained in the CAFE statute, requires that a manufacturer divide its passenger automobiles into two fleets, a domestically-manufactured fleet and a non-domestically manufactured fleet, and ensure that each fleet separately meets the CAFE standards for passenger automobiles. The CAFE statute requires NHTSA to grant such a petition unless it finds that doing so would result in reduced employment in the U.S. related to motor vehicle manufacturing. NHTSA's analysis does not support a finding that granting the petition would reduce automotive manufacturing employment in the United States. Accordingly, in this notice, NHTSA is granting Nissan's petition.
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CHAPTER 4 General Aviation General aviation contracts relate to fixed-base operations, hangar leases, tie-down agree- ments, and, in some cases, land leases, non-aviation development, and through-the-fence arrangements. 4.1 Minimum Standards For airports or airport systems with significant general aviation activity, a large variety of busi- nesses and operations, and frequent entry and exit from the airport, it may be logical to stan- dardize the requirements for airport tenants and users in a Minimum Standards document. Minimum standards can be defined as those provisions that allow airport tenants to operate on a level through which quality, selection, and service goals are met. These standards also dictate an airport's responsibilities toward those standards and, therefore, help govern future development. Each airport's unique nature calls for distinct requirements, and airport staff and tenants should be involved in developing the minimum standards so as to produce a more receptive, tenant- and user-friendly environment. During the standards writing process, it is important to consider Exclusive Rights (Advisory Circular 5190/150.6, dated 1/04/2007), which expounds on limitations at federally obligated air- ports granting exclusive rights to conduct activities, with the objective being the preservation of competitive enterprise for public benefit. In addition, a few prime components to include in minimum standards would be definitions of operators, services, and activities; hours of opera- tions; staffing; employee training; facility requirements; and insurance requirements. In accordance with the FAA's Advisory Circular 150/5190.7, which illustrates an airport sponsor's duty to establish and enforce minimum standards for commercial aeronautical ser- vice providers, tailoring minimum standards separately for each type of class and service can eliminate difficulties that would arise if the same standards were forced to apply equally to all businesses. AC 150/5190.7 also assists the airport by giving examples of minimum standards used else- where and providing sample questions that would help an airport discover what its standards should be as compared with other facilities. The Circular recommends including these stipula- tions in lease agreements with aeronautical service providers. Also important, the Circular advises that providers be notified as amendments are proposed and that providers be part of the discussion. Following the Advisory Circular and complying with Federal obligations will minimize the potential for violations and ensure the efficiency of the airport's operations. 38


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NEW DELHI: A website, www.knowpratibhapatil.com, has been created by the Bharatiya Janata Party under the banner of "Project India." It contains the party's allegations, printed in various sections of the media. It was inaugurated on Tuesday at the residence of Venkaiah Naidu by party general secretary Arun Jaitley.
Mr. Jaitley said the idea was to make the electoral college and people know about the Presidential candidates. However, when asked whether a similar website on the BJP-backed Bhairon Singh Shekhawat would be created, he said the party had no such intention. "We are clear. We are giving details about Ms. Patil because we feel strongly about it. We do not have any reservations about Mr. Shekhawat."
He did not respond when asked what would happen to the right of information when people are "informed" only about one of the two Presidential candidates. He said the website would vanish after July 21 when the Presidential election result will be out.
The backdrop of the podium on which Mr. Jaitley was sitting was a large banner proclaiming the address of the new website and a warning that election of Ms. Patil would mean "India Diminished Indians Disgraced." But even as Mr. Jaitley was speaking, the banner fell, revealing the Bharatiya Janata Party in words and its lotus symbol.
A booklet, titled "Presidential Election 2007," was also released by Mr. Jaitley. He described it as a compilation of articles/editorials and news reports relating to the Presidential contest in newspapers.
The booklet, however, did not contain reports of the statements made by the Left, the Congress and its allies in the United Progressive Alliance.
It also did not have statements made by the BJP's allies in the National Democratic Alliance who are not supporting Mr. Shekhawat. The website invites viewers to send their comments on Ms. Patil. Its designer Pradyut Vohra told The Hindu that he was a fulltime "researcher" working for the BJP. He had placed on the website material given by the party.
Mr. Jaitley insisted that the BJP's only motive was "to allow a meaningful choice by the electorate by bringing to their notice the allegations made against Ms. Patil."
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I have a black mark around my mouth and dry skin. Suggest a solution. — Priya
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After washing your face, wipe it with an astringent lotion, using cotton wool. Mix multani mitti with rose water and lemon juice into a paste. Apply it on your face daily, avoiding the lips and the area around your eyes. Wash it off after it dries. For make up, use compact powder with a beige or biscuit tone. It helps reduce the oily look.
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Lelisa Desisa and Caroline Rotich Win 2015 Boston Marathon [VIDEO, PHOTOS]
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College basketball player Lauren Hill, who took the court and moved a nation while battling brain cancer, has passed away at the age of 19.
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SPOKANE, Wash. - Washington State freshman quarterback J.T. Levenseller will give up his redshirt season and play in his first game Saturday at Stanford, coach Paul Wulff said Tuesday.
The Cougars are so thin at quarterback that Levenseller will likely get plenty of playing time in the final five games, making it worthwhile to pull his redshirt in the midst of a 1-7 season.
Wulff said Kevin Lopina will start at quarterback, but Levenseller will play.
"How you have to look at it is it gives an individual the chance to get better and improve and gain some experience," Wulff said during his weekly conference call. "It will help him and help our program down the road."
Levenseller would be the fifth quarterback to see action for the Cougars this season. Gary Rogers and Marshall Lobbestael have been knocked out for the year by injuries. Lopina is playing hurt with a major back injury, and former walk-on Dan Wagner has not been effective.
That leaves Levenseller, the son of longtime assistant coach Mike Levenseller.
The Cougars had hoped to save his redshirt season. But two weeks ago against Southern Cal, they were shut out for the first time since 1984 as Lopina could do little more than hand off to ineffective running backs.
The Cougars (1-7, 0-5 Pac-10) had a bye last week after enduring the 69-0 loss at home to Southern Cal that was the worst defeat in program history. They play at Stanford (4-4, 3-2), then finish with games against Arizona, Arizona State, Washington and Hawaii.
J.T. stands for Jack Thomas, with the Jack in honor of former WSU quarterback Jack Thompson, Mike Levenseller's teammate in college. J.T. is 6-foot-1 and 190 pounds. The 2007 graduate of Pullman High garnered numerous awards playing both offense and defense in high school.
Wulff said Mike Levenseller tried hard to stay out of the decision, although Wulff sought out his opinion as a father rather than as an assistant coach.
"Sometimes you've got to force a dad question out of him," Wulff said.
No one is expecting the freshman to make an instant impact on a season that is shaping up as the worst in WSU history. The Cougars have been blown out in all five of their Pacific 10 games and are second to last in the nation in both scoring (13 points per game) and defense (48 points per game).
Wulff said that Lopina's fragile status, with five games left, gave the team little choice but to throw Levenseller into the fire. Lopina suffered a broken bone is his back against Portland State. He was cleared to play against Southern Cal, but the Cougars were clearly trying to prevent him from taking much punishment by throwing the ball only nine times.
"He really wants to play," Wulff said of Levenseller.
Wulff said the plan is for Levenseller to play a lot of minutes, giving him valuable experience.
"He may have a better opportunity to play this year than next," Wulff said. "The opportunity is staring him in the face."
Wulff said top running back Dwight Tardy will be ready for the Stanford game, but backup Chris Ivory and tight end Devin Frischknecht are still out.
-- This is the first WSU game of the season that is not on television.
-- WSU has won the past four games played at Stanford.


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Narendra Modi — chief minister of Gujarat for over 12 consecutive years now and who looks set to become the country's next prime minister — was given an informal farewell by his colleagues in the state cabinet on Wednesday.
Finance minister Nitin Patel, the No 2 in the Modi cabinet, said that just before the formal proceedings of the cabinet meeting commenced, he spoke on behalf of his ministerial colleagues and thanked Modi for guiding them for all these years.
"I told Narendrabhai that he has run a very successful government for 13 years. He has placed Gujarat on the path of development. He has greatly enhanced the reputation of Gujarat and Gujaratis because of his performance as chief minister. We thanked him for ably guiding us all these years. We also extended our best wishes to him for similar performance as the country's prime minister," Patel, who is believed to be one of the contenders for succeeding Modi as the chief minister, told reporters after the cabinet meeting.
According to insiders, the cabinet meeting, which takes place every Wednesday, are generally business-like affairs. However, Wednesday's meeting, which will most likely be Modi's last as chief minister, was an emotional affair with a senior minister saying that some of the ministers as well as Modi himself became quite emotional.
"It is quite natural for us to be emotional. We have worked closely with him for more than 12 years in the government. For many, the association dates back to over a quarter, during which we have seen victories and defeats, and several ups and downs. It is a matter of pride for all of us that someone we have worked so closely will be leading the country," said state's education minister Bhupendrasinh Chudasama.
Modi took over as Gujarat chief minister on October 7, 2001. With tenure of 12-and-a-half years — i.e. over 4,600 days — he is easily the longest serving chief minister of the state and among the longest serving CMs in the country. He is believed to have presided over more than 500 cabinet meetings in these years.
Patel said that the CM expressed his gratitude to the entire cabinet in response to their best wishes to him. He added that this was the first time a CM in Gujarat has been given this kind of farewell.
Later, every minister had himself/herself photographed along with the chief minister, which was followed by a group photo of the entire cabinet.


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Experience true relaxation on this cruise aboard the Atlantic Star. You'll cruise past the US Coast Guard Base, Commercial Fishing Fleets, Cape May Harbor, The Lobster House, Fisherman's Wharf, and the Schooner "American".
Then, as the sun begins to set, you'll travel through the Cape May Canal which connects the Atlantic to the Delaware Bay. With the backdrop of Sunset Beach, the historic sunken ship, and the Cape May Point Lighthouse, you'll witness the magnificent sunset!
Your buffet dinner will include:
- Salads such as turkey Caesar wraps, potato salad, tomato salad, and seasonal fruit salad
- Entrees including shrimp scampi, pulled pork, wings, hamburgers, hotdogs & sauerkraut
- Sides such as french fries, baked beans & wedge french fries
- Desserts including brownies and sponge cake
Enjoy recorded dance music throughout the evening. The Atlantic Star will also pull in behind the Lobster House Restaurant -- join in as we do the "YMCA" together!
Soda, bottled water, beer, wine, cocktails & frozen drinks will be available at our on board bar (cash only).
What Is Not Included?
- Souvenirs and various items will also be available for purchase, from teeshirts, jewelry, toys, hats and sweatshirts to disposable cameras, field guides, lip balm and sunblock.
- Personal food items, beverages and coolers are not permitted on board. Bring extra cash with you to enjoy the on board cash bar.
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|Rating: 2
Left late & it was dark
|Sat, Sep 13, 14 5:30 PM
|Domestic Tourist(s)
|Couple on a Date
Picked up brochure for the cruise, tried using promo discount code on line, came back "invalid". Called # on brochure, & female in your office, couldn't use code either ($3.00) off per person, said to see her when arriving. Went to her in office, she said not their company on brochure, couldn't give discount! Told her that we called the number listed on brochure, so it must be the same cruise company. We were told on telephone to be at dock at 5:00. Stood in line in fish market that was extremely crowded, as it was raining outside, waiting for workers to clean boat. The worker stated that the boat was scheduled to leave at 6:00 P.M. but as it came in late, it would be late leaving. Boat left around 6:15, as it was raining & cloudy, it already was getting dark. When boat entered Delaware bay, it started to violently rock & bounce, waves went over the bow of the boat, drenching some of the people. The captain pointed out a dolphin which I couldn't see, then turned around as it was rough & getting dark. On the way back, the captain made several circles, killing time, and put on some terrible sounding, distorted blasting music. It was so distorted that we couldn't even tell what song it was and so loud, we couldn't talk to anyone at our table! The food was ok but they ran out of hot dog rolls and it took a long time to get a drink. We were just about finished dinner when the drinks came! My wife & I were very disappointed with your dinner cruise!
|Rating: 5
Starlight Fleet Rocks!!!
|Sat, Sep 13, 14 5:30 PM
|Domestic Tourist(s)
|Couple on a Date
Our third cruise with the awesome folks of the Starlight Fleet was the best one yet! Friendly, knowledgeable staff and crew, good food, excellent DJ, this Sunset Buffet Cruise had it all. We drove up from Delaware through wind and heavy rain, were late and arrived as the boat was leaving the dock. THE CAPTAIN CAME BACK FOR US!!!! We were amazed and grateful for such a kind act. The rain stopped by the time we got to Wildwood and the skies began to clear. We were treated to a double rainbow as well as a beautiful sunset. Despite the weather, we got to see some dolphins after enjoying the nice buffet. We loved doing YMCA as we passed the Lobster House, such a fun tradition! Lots of the diners onshore joined us, too. This was a great trip, our third this year but first Sunset Buffet. We highly, highly recommend this cruise and can't wait to take it again, we're bringing lots of friends next time!
|Rating: 5
Fun but just ok
|Sat, Sep 6, 14 5:30 PM
|Domestic Tourist(s)
The dinner experience was hectic and unorganized .There was a conflict between the captain and the server over when to eat, and the server let us know he was in the right. Also a cuest at our table found mold on his hamburger bun. The buffet table was not equipped to handle the number of people, not enough napkins and tableware.
But it was a fun trip and the captain spoke over the speaker to let us know what was to see on the way to the dolphins.
|Rating: 3
Nice boat ride...food not so much
|Sat, Aug 30, 14 6:00 PM
|Domestic Tourist(s)
|Couple on a Date
The boat left at 6pm and was nearly full. We we told we would be called to the buffet by tables. Didn't happen. Every man for themselves. If you were at the end of the chow line, you missed out on some of the food. All gone... The ride was pleasant. We saw many dolphins. The downside was so so food and depending on where you sat, load music. We did manage to get a free glass of water since no drinks, except coffee after the meal, were included with the buffet. This was my second time on this buffet cruise. It will be my last.
|Rating: 5
Great time for the family
|Fri, Aug 29, 14 6:00 PM
|Domestic Tourist(s)
|Family With Children
This boat cruise was beautiful. We had a great time. We are a family of adults with one child, so we thought seeing the dolphins would be exciting for our 4 year old. We didn't get to see any dolphins and it wasn't really mentioned or focused on which was disappointing especially for our little one. Overall though the boat was really fun dancing and relaxing and seeing the sunset. Definitely wish we got to see dolphins though, I have a feeling the dolphin sitings are a lot less common then the cruise describes.
|Rating: 4
Eat First
|Thu, Aug 28, 14 6:00 PM
|Domestic Tourist(s)
|Couple on a Date
The cruise itself was wonderful. We had a great time seeing the dolphins and all the sights along the coastline. The captain was friendly and very capable. One thing I would improve upon was communication. We were told we would be called to buffet by table number, we were not, and by the time we realized it was a free for all there was barely anything left. All in all it was a great time but be first in line for food.
|Rating: 5
|Thu, Aug 28, 14 6:00 PM
|Couple on a Date
It was an excellent evening, we had a great time.
|Rating: 4
Good time
|Wed, Aug 27, 14 6:00 PM
|Domestic Tourist(s)
|Family With Children
Children had a blast and the Captain lets the kids steer the boat. Food was ok. All drinks extra!
|Rating: 3
Nice cruise. Lousy Dinner.
|Wed, Aug 27, 14 6:00 PM
|Couple on a Date
Its a nice relaxing event during the sunset . Captain of the ship is nice and tells details about capemay as your crusing. Some dolphins are seen . On the way back is a fun atmosphere. You can buy drinks and enjoy the sceneries. Do the YMCA past the lobster house. But dont count on good hot food. Its food that is brought in on a cart and is cold before you get to it. Id eat before you go. Not a diner more like a snack. Iv been on this trip 4 times now. Usually go once a summer. Its just a fun thing to do if you have dine everything else.
|Rating: 5
Awesome trip
|Tue, Aug 26, 14 6:00 PM
|Family With Children
The food was ok would have been nice if sodas were included and not be asked for money at the end of the trip. Saw many dolphins , crew was great.. Look forward to another trip next august
- Do I have to purchase tickets in advance?
- Yes, advanced tickets are required for this trip. Tickets can be purchased online or over the phone with either a Visa, Mastercard, or American Express. Book early to have the best shot at the day/time you prefer!
- What happens if it rains?
- We go rain or shine. In the event of severe weather that would result in the cancellation of the trip, you would be welcome to reschedule or receive a voucher for a future event.
- Do you guarantee dolphin sightings?
- Dolphin sightings are not guaranteed on our buffet dinner cruise. We usually see dolphins, but the trip is designed to be a fun, lively, music filled sunset dinner experience on the water.
- Is this trip appropriate for children 6 years old and younger?
- Yes, children of all ages enjoy our trips. Children have a reduced price, but all children must have a ticket in order to attend the cruise. Note that the first child 6 and under with an accompanying adult is free, but all other children must purchase a reduced price ticket.
- Tell me more about the Atlantic Star.
- The 100 foot Atlantic Star holds up to 170 passengers and features state of the art technology, a large sun deck with seating on the upper deck, and amenities such as an enclosed cabin and separate restrooms for ladies and gentlemen.
- Do you have life jackets on board?
- Yes, we are US Coast Guard regulated. We have well over 200 life jackets on board. However, you are not required to wear one on our vessel due to its size.
- Can I bring a cooler on board?
- No, coolers and personal food or beverage items are not permitted on the Atlantic Star. In addition to the complimentary buffet dinner, we do have a full galley with snacks, soda, bottled water, beer, wine and cocktails on board, so bring extra money with you! The galley is cash only.
- Are there bathrooms on the boat?
- Yes, we have both a women's and men's bathroom on board for your convenience.
- What is the best time to see dolphins?
- We see dolphins from April to October daily about 98% of the time.
- Is there a better time of day to see the dolphins?
- No, we see them all day long.
- How close can we get to the dolphins? Can we swim with them?
- We get within 10 feet of the dolphins, and unfortunately you are not permitted to swim with the dolphins.
- Will the boat be stopping?
- The trip is continuous; however, we do pause to watch the dolphins and other marine life.
- Is the trip wheelchair accessible?
- Usually manual wheelchairs are no problem and can be lifted on board. Electric wheelchairs, on the other hand, may not be able to fit on board. If you need more information, please click "Contact JJCBoats" and let us know details about your particular situation.
- Can I take a stroller on board?
- Yes, strollers are welcome on board.
- Is the cruise suitable for pregnant women?
- Yes, the cruise is suitable for pregnant women. Our boat is large so movement is minimal!
- How far is Wildwood from Cape May?
- Wildwood is a 15-20 minute drive from Cape May. When coming from Cape May, you will need to allow a few extra minutes for occasional drawbridge openings.
- What else is there to do around the meeting spot?
- There is a fresh seafood market and take out called Little Kurtz located at the dock.
- How far from the coast will the boat go?
- You will see land the entire trip. This trip stays inshore.
- Is seasickness an issue? What do you recommend?
- Seasickness is only an issue if you are susceptible to motion sickness. We recommend using "seabands." We have them at the dock for purchase if you are particularly prone to motion sickness.
- Is there shade on the boat?
- Yes, we have an inside cabin that will protect you from the elements if need be.
- Can I smoke on the boats?
- No, we don't permit smoking.
- Can I bring my own food and drinks? What about alcohol?
- Unfortunately you are not permitted to bring your own food and drinks on board. However, we do have a full galley and bar on board, and a complimentary dinner buffet is included on this trip. Bring extra money with you if you want to purchase additional snacks/drinks at the galley (cash only). We do not allow personal alcohol of any kind on the boat, but beer, wine and cocktails will be available for purchase.
- What kinds of food and drinks are available on board? Is anything included in the ticket price?
- This trip includes a complimentary dinner buffet and has a full cash bar on board for your convenience, selling beer, wine or cocktails.
- Will there be souvenirs available for purchase?
- Yes -- we sell teeshirts, jewelry, toys, hats, and sweatshirts on board. There will also be various items for sale including disposable cameras, field guides, lip balm and sunblock.
- How much should I tip the crew?
- They do work on tips, so feel free to tip the crew much like you would a server in a restaurant.
- Do you offer gift certificates?
- Yes, we offer gift certificates which make perfect gifts for holidays, birthdays or any other occasion! To purchase a gift certificate please click on the "Gift Certificates: Purchase" link in the box above.
- Are there group rates available?
- Yes, groups of 15 or more will get an automatic discount of $5 per ticket. Just click to purchase tickets and receive your automatic price reduction!
- Do you offer group charters?
- Yes, we do offer private charters for all special occasions! If you're interested in a private group charter, please click "Contact JJCBoats" to let us know what you're interested in. Someone from our staff will contact you shortly.
Refund/Rescheduling Policy
- Non-refundable, cannot be rescheduled.
- Once purchased, tickets cannot be refunded and cannot be rescheduled because your space is being guaranteed at the event.
Weather Policy
- Activity may be cancelled due to severe weather.
- The activity usually runs in light rain and other moderate weather conditions, but the seller may cancel the activity up to an hour before the start time in the event of severe or unsafe weather conditions. If the seller cancels the event, ticket-holders will be allowed to reschedule tickets (subject to availability) or receive credit for a future event.
Other Policies
- All participants must have a ticket in order to attend.
- All participants, regardless of age, must have a ticket in order to attend. Only one free child age 6 or under may attend per accompanying adult, and each additional child age 6 or under must have a reduced price ($15) ticket.
JJC Boats
The Starlight Fleet has been offering South Jersey extraordinary dolphin and whale watching as well as the Sunset Buffet Dinner Cruise for 27 years. You can experience those tours on our 100 foot, air conditioned Atlantic Star!


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Mushroom Dome Cabin: #1 on airbnbUnited States, California, Aptos
About This Listing
With a geodesic dome loft and a large deck in the trees, you will feel like you are in an unique tree house. Located in a quiet yet convenient location we are the perfect destination for both San Francisco Bay area residents and travelers.
Space where guests can cook their own meals
Towels, bed sheets, soap, and toilet paper
Space where guests can cook their own meals
Towels, bed sheets, soap, and toilet paper
Central heating or a heater in the listing
In the building, free or for a fee
In the building, free or for a fee
Continuous access in the listing
Breakfast is provided.
The listing can accommodate a gathering of 25 or more attendees
Easy access to the building and listing for guests in wheelchairs
Private or Shared
Free, in the building or nearby
Posted emergency information and resources
Included in the nightly price.
The Space
Come discover why we were rated as the number 1 listing on airbnb the whole time they were ranking their listings. Shaded by Oak and Madrone trees and next to a Redwood grove, you can enjoy the great outdoors on the large deck or by taking a hike in the woods. (We have 10 acres next to land without fences.)
To check our availability, click on the Calendar link above the cabin photo. And yes, if it isn't available, it is already booked! We do, however, occasionally get a cancellation, so if you want a date that's already booked, you can let us know and we will notify you of a cancellation.
(Please read all of this description before making a reservation.)
Santa Cruz County considers places like ours taxable for the "Transient Occupancy Tax" that is charged at hotels in our county. So since airbnb isn't set up yet to charge this, and we are not allowed to include it in the rates we charge, we will need to collect this 11% tax from any guests that stay here. It is due upon arrival with either cash or check. So generally, the tax will come to $15. a night.
The cozy and clean semi-rustic cabin has a loft under a geodesic dome (the "mushroom cap"). We have recently lined the interior ceiling with 144 (!) plywood triangles. In the loft is a double bed, which is a cotton futon with 1" of latex foam and 21/2" gel memory foam on top. (It is now softer for you folks who like a soft cushiony bed.) We provide clean sheets and pillow cases: you can chose either smooth cotton sheets or cotton flannel. Plenty of blankets are also provided.
In the loft, we have a 24" Flat Screen with a DVD player (no TV) for movies. (We have lots of movies you can view as well.)
On the main floor (a Pentagon) is a couch that doubles as a narrow futon (which could sleep a third person for an extra $10. a night), as well as a mini kitchenette. Here you will find a professional double hotplate, small refrigerator, toaster oven, blender, Hot Air Popcorn Popper, French Coffee press, a salad spinner - even a mixer- and all the dishes and equipment you would need to prepare a snack or a meal or to open a glass of wine. We have 2 tables where you can enjoy meals, games, etc.: 1 inside and 1 outside on the large deck that faces the redwoods. We now have a barbecue grill on the deck. We also provide Organic Coffee, teas, Oatmeal, popcorn, almonds, raisins, butter, nutritional yeast (for the popcorn!) spices, oil and vinegar and various snacks. Our well water is treated by an ozonator, a UV light and a soft water filter.
The cute bathroom has a Travertine shower, custom tiled sink and flushing boat toilet. We provide towels, soap, shampoo, conditioner, a hair blow-dryer, etc. (a word of caution: the bathroom has a low ceiling. If you are over 6' you may have to do a little ducking here and there.)
As Saturdays are very much in demand, (and we like to be free on Saturdays), we require a minimum 2 day stay on the weekends. Keep in mind that Friday and Saturday nights are $125. each. Therefore, to stay here on a weekend will cost $250. plus the $30. cleaning fee plus 12% ($34) that airbnb will charge you and the 11% Santa Cruz County Transient Tax of $30. So the total for the weekend will be $344. To stay for 2 days mid-week costs a grand total of $307. On 3 day holidays, we require a 3 day reservation. (This includes Presidents Day, Memorial Day, and Labor Day.)
To stay here for 1 night, midweek, will cost a total (including airbnb fees and S.C. County taxes) $172.
Check-in time is between 4 and 10pm. If you want to come sooner or later, this can sometimes be arranged. Check-out time is noon.
As we have experienced some damage from guests, we are now requiring a $100. security deposit which will be returned to you 48 hours after check-out - as long as you haven't caused any damage!
Although it feels very isolated here, we are less than 10 minutes to Aptos Village where you will find stores, restaurants, a theater, a health food store, Safeway, etc.
We are centrally located on the Monterey Bay: 10 minutes from the beach (Rio Del Mar and Seacliff State Beach) as well as 10,000 acre Nisene Marks State Park for miles of hiking or dirt biking in the Redwoods and along Aptos creek. We are 20 minutes to downtown Santa Cruz, 25 min. to the Beach Boardwalk, 45 minutes to Monterey and the world-famous Monterey Bay Aquarium, 50 min. to Carmel and 1 1/2 hours to Big Sur going south and San Francisco to the North. Yup, we are located in one of the most beautiful areas of California.
One of the attractions that we take for granted is that you can see stars here at night - unless there is a bright moon or clouds.
If you love hummingbirds, bring your camera. Our garden is the year-round home to many Anna Hummingbirds. (We usually have about 150 - 250 year-round: however, currently we a lot less!) During the summer, we are also called home by many Rufus Hummers as well. So you have got to see our "Hummingbird Airport" where we feed them about 2 - 4 quarts of syrup a day!
Please, no smoking in the cabin or on the property. We used to let smokers stay here, but they stink up the cabin.
Some cell phones don't work here, but since we have free wifi in the cabin, if your phone works with a wifi network, you are good to call. You can get Verizon service on the swinging seat by the driveway.
To learn about things to do in the area, do an internet search for Santa Cruz, CA.
Dog are welcome to stay here but with a few requirements: since we have so many animals, we require that your dogs be kept on a leash when outside (the goats get very nervous with loose dogs). Also, we don't allow dogs in the loft or on the couch downstairs so please bring a doggie bed. (your doggie can go on the couch if you bring a cover for it) If that is difficult, let us know and we will provide a doggie pillow.
If you are bringing a small child, we can put a folding futon next to the bed which will provide 2/3rds of the futon. The other 1/3 leans up against the rail. Just let us know ahead of time.
As we are about 3 miles to the nearest bus stop, it is pretty difficult to stay here without a car.
You are invited, if you feel you would be harmonious here, to come join us on our developing Permaculture farm. Pet the goats, check out our chickens, cats, miniature dogs and enjoy the very fresh air. We will give you some goat milk if you would like to try it. And if you come here when there is no moonlight and the sky is clear, you will see lots of stars.
Tired of the heat in the summer? Since we are on the edge of the "fog belt", it can be both sunny and cool here. If you want a noisy place, you won't like it here: most of the sound here comes from the birds chirping and the breeze blowing through the trees. People do live on the land here though, so don't expect it to be totally devoid of human sounds and the occasional saw. : ) (We feed the goats oak branches)
Guest Access
There is free wifi in the cabin, great well water and some good hiking trails right off the deck as well as a nature sandbox in the dry creek bed under the redwood grove. Guests are also welcome to wander around, visit our animals on our little "farmette" (3 goats, lots of chickens, 2 small dogs and cats) and ask questions.
Interaction with Guests
I almost always interact with our guests. I love to make them feel welcome and at home, show them the hummingbirds and share my knowledge of the great places to go in our beautiful area.
The Neighborhood
Even though we live only a 7 minute drive to Aptos village and the beaches, it feels very remote and private here. It is usually very quiet at night - sometimes we can hear the ocean waves crashing on the beach. There is lots of land to hike on and explore here as well. We have a little community of artists, musicians, healers, construction workers - all enjoying the wonderful nature and shared living here.
Getting Around
We are 3.5 miles to the closest public transit, so is someone needs a ride from Aptos, I am willing to pick them up.
There is parking for the cabin, a short walk down the driveway.
• Please, no smoking
• If you want to bring a dog, please send a request. (We have goats and cats)
• Dogs must stay on a leash when outside.
• Dogs are not allowed in the loft.
• No wild parties, please.
• Please don't drink wine on the bed.
• If you use the barbecue, you are required to clean it.
• Please wash and put away your dishes, pots, etc. before leaving.
• Please don't bring a lot of food or water in plastic. (those #1 clamshells can't be recycled)
We provide all the dishes you will probably need, so please don't bring disposables either.
• If you want to use real candles, please talk to us first. We provide fake ones.
667 Reviews
Our stay at the Mushroom Dome was great. It's close to some great hiking, Santa Cruz, and was a perfect stop for us coming from Big Sur heading towards San Fran. The cabin was unique and comfortable and Kitty was welcoming and a joy to talk to. A great place to stay if you're looking for a change from hotels for accommodations! It was a "rustic" setting with all of the comforts of home.
This was a wonderful one-night stay for my girlfriend and me. The cabin was charming and rustic. We took advantage of the access to a nice hiking trail and enjoyed the privacy and quiet. We didn't use the cooking facilities (a two-burner professional hot plate) except to make coffee, but did store a few things in the mini-fridge. All in all a nice set-up.
A few notes so you have a great experience. It would be very cozy for more than two people. There is only a curtain separating the bathroom from the main room, so you need to be comfortable with your roommate ;-). The toilet is a composting one and doesn't allow paper products, which was fine with us, but be forewarned. The sleeping loft is fantastic but does require ascending a ladder (and descending if you need to get up in the night).
All in all, five stars!
The stay was absolutely amazing. If you can stay more than one night, I'd strongly suggest it. Fantastic hosts, will definitely come back again!
Kitty is so welcoming and the dome is the absolute perfect get away! Make sure you check out the hummingbird airport! We will definitely be coming back! :)
Our time at the mushroom dome was an incredible experience. The wait was well worth it! Although it may look small from the outside, it's the perfect size for a weekend getaway. Kitty was extremely welcoming and informative on things we could do around the area.
We will definitely try to come back.
Every single moment of our stay at Michael & Kitty's cabin was magical, from the friendly welcoming committee in their dogs Creature and Elliot to the warm hospitality shown us by Kitty (didn't get a chance to meet Michael!) The cabin, is an amazing place to relax and rest, and even though it is in a beautiful remote area, it has all the amenities anyone could need or want. On our explorations of the California coastline, our 2 night stay here stands out as one of the highlights of the trip! Nothing bad to say about this place and I truly hope we can come back here again one day!
About the Host, Kitty And Michael
We live on 10 beautiful acres of sun, oak forest, redwood groves and gardens with a small community made up of ourselves (Kitty and Michael), 1 of our adult sons, 8 other young adults, a Chiropractor, a plumber, and a retired mason, 3 goats, a parrot, 2 cats, 2 small dogs, 14 chickens and 100's of hummingbirds.
Kitty teaches Universal White Time Gemstone Healing, is a healer, artist, builder, farmer and musician.
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i have this boyfriend I have been going out with for 3 years . I'm debating whether to break up with him or not because he is a flirt. and talks to... Show More
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No way. He is being so disrespectful to you. I would break up with him, without any explanation. Just say it is over. He knows why. Have some dignity girl. Learn now. Never let a guy treat you like that! You will always be in horrible relationships.
Once you realize this, you will find a guy who treats you right (if you let it happen). This will never happen if you stay with a guy who is so mean to you. You are wasting your time on him. Let him go. He will be with someone else and treat her just the same. So what! I would not be hurt by that. I would feel sorry for that girl. Leave him now and do not get back together with him.
I realize that you have been together for quite a while and this might be hard at first (especially because you are young and in school and see him all the time). So, have a plan, have support (have your mom, sister, aunt, grandma, cousin, best friend, anyone and everyone to be on your side), stick to your plan and don't look back. If you get sad or down, call someone from your support group (even if you only have one person in the group).
Get a job or take up a new hobby to meet new guys and make new girlfriends. Find one now. Get busy with yourself and move on from him. If a guy ever cheats on you or calls you names like that, never stick around. It will only get worse (it will always suck) and you will always feel bad inside.
You want to feel good about yourself. You will need to move on and treat yourself right. Be around good friends and be with a guy that likes you and treats you well (takes you out, makes sure you are doing good, calls you all the time, doesn't go out with other girls unless you are there, he takes care about how you feel and likes to do things with you). Good luck! You can do it.
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No you are not, and honey if you have solid proof that he is cheating on you at least four times think of all the times you didn't have proof but he was cheating on you. Kick him to the curb you are being his rebound girl and you are better than that. Leave his ass. The only way you are being stupid is if you stay with him knowing all of this... if you thought you should stay with him you wouldn't be on here asking if you should leave him because you know you should. You do not deserve that. And no one needs to be with someone that degrades them mentally or emotionally that will cause you more harm in the long run...
Thanks. you are much more of a help than the guys.
Your welcome glad I could help. I do not think that asking questions is bad... sometimes people get really mad when you ask them about something and it means that they are guilty of it.... not saying it is always true but keep that in mind.
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There is no other way to be sure other than to see the metering device (txv or piston)
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Lipscomb Campus Recreation presents the 1st Inaugural Chase the Bunny 5K Costume Run. It is complete with fun costumes, Easter egg basket prizes, a free participator t-shirt, Easter egg hunt, and an opportunity to catch our honorary Bunny. Come for exercise, fun, and delectable treats afterwards. Let's bring in the Easter celebration with fun, family and friends, and fellowship.
Date: Saturday, March 28th
Time: Registration Booth opens at 7 a.m. Race time begin at 8 a.m.
Location: Lipscomb University, registration at the Student Activities Center
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Early Bird Special: $20 non-student/ $15 student
Cost after March 14th: $25 non-student / $20 student
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Sonic and the Secret Rings has generally been seen as one of the better Sonic console titles since the series began to struggle following the Genesis era. People actually like this game. How is that possible? This is a bad game further crippled by shit controls. The game is broken up into 7 worlds, each containing 10 or so missions. Each world is introduced with a headliner action stage. These main stages demonstrate a new take on the modernized Sonic gameplay dilemma, as Sonic is constantly mov...0 out of 0 found this review helpful.
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People come to Marble Blast Ultra because they want a good marble labyrinth game, right? It is XBLA's original answer to Marble Madness or Super Monkey Ball. MBU certainly delivers a satisfying amount of well designed proto-platformer courses to swiftly navigate against the clock. Leaderboards and achievements successfully push the incentive for practice and perfection, and hours will be milked testing your patience, ability, and luck against the harder stages. However, long after the thr...0 out of 0 found this review helpful.
A troubled Jak in a troubled sequel 0
The changes in design and tone in Jak II, while unexpected, aren't a major stretch considering what the first game established. Jak and Daxter had already embraced an open world design, allowing the GTA3 mission structure and city setting to easily click as II's hub. The characters aren't too soft to handle the angrier tone. Cousin series Ratchet and Clank proved that weapon combat can work really well in this type of platformer. The new pieces Jak II inherits are known quantities. The ma...0 out of 0 found this review helpful.
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Naughty Dog became a forefront developer in the late 90s by crafting Sony's original leading candidate for mascot appeal. The Crash Bandicoot series were heavily streamlined action platformers that served their content fast and frequent. Jak and Daxter represents a platformer 180, with it's open world offering and exploration encouragement. The pacing is much more methodical and collection provides the main incentive. However, the game successfully avoids the collect-a-thon threat b...0 out of 0 found this review helpful.
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Solid platforming and a quality production make this a must try 0
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"Casualty, ICU (intensive care unit), labour room — they are all challenging postings. Your life-saving skills come to the fore in the casualty. It can give you a lot of heart-rending moments too. I remember dealing with one such accident recently. The male patient was already disoriented when he was brought in. We put in the best efforts from our side and he was referred to the Medical College Hospital. When such incidents happen, the first thing you do the next morning is to scan the newspapers praying not to find the name of the patient. But I found out he had died. Such instances stay with you.
I have been working as a staff nurse since 1998. I joined duty at Alappuzha Medical College after completing my nursing there. I am the first one to be a nurse in my family; friends drew my attention to this profession. I came to Kozhikode in 2003 and have since worked at the General Hospital and also at the Mental Hospital.
The job does stress you at times, especially when you have tough postings like the night shift at the casualty. You will have to inevitably deal with alcoholics and drug abusers. Recently, I was assaulted by a drunken man and we had to call the police. Earlier, cases pertaining to alcohol and drug abuse were restricted to weekends but now it begins by Friday and extends through the week. Those are trying times since they hardly understand what you are telling them. On a night shift there would be two staff nurses, a casualty doctor and house surgeons and it extends from 7.30 p.m. to 7.30 a.m.
Recently, we had a man who took a long time to regain his memory post an accident. In such cases, if he has a mobile phone in hand we try to find the relatives. If the patient has to be taken to the Medical College, we make arrangements for it. Often, we get patients who are alone or have been abandoned. There have been instances when we have bought food and clothes for them. If there were better facilities here, we could do much more medically for the patients.
Labour rooms are equally tough. With each birth, till you see the baby out and find everything is well with the mother and child, we keep praying. It has not changed after all these years and seeing so many childbirths.
I have always received good support from my family. I live with my husband and two children at the government quarter at NGO Quarters. I came to Kozhikode with my five-month-old son. Since I have my night shift after 18 days, my husband has mastered the act of putting the children to sleep. Knowing that my job is such, even neighbours have helped immensely. Though the job involves a lot of stress, quite a few among the nursing staff have hormonal imbalance and thyroid dysfunction, I will never tell anyone not to choose it.
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Hi, I'm Debora, I'm new here so forgive me if I'm repetitive. I'm also new to genealogy so any advice is greatly appreciated
I'm trying to track down the birth certificates of three of my grandparents. Actually, finding one may be enough but the more the merrier!
My dad's parents emigrated from Italy to the U.S. separately, my grandfather in 1904 and his wife in 1908. My mother's father emigrated in 1904 as well.
So far I have a 1920 census for the Ballare's (spelled Balare in the census) and a 1930 census for Sansone. Both the Balares naturalised in 1919. According to the census, Joseph Sansone hadn't naturalised.
The relatives I'm looking for are Louis Balare (Ballare, Bealars, Balais), age 41 in 1920, born c. 1879, Declaration of Intent for Naturalisation 1907-1919, Declaration page 45, Vol. 170; Magdalena (Madeline, Balare (Ballare), age 34 in 1920, born c. 1886. Her maiden name was Lanzarrotti and my uncle said she was from Novara, Italy; and Joseph Sansone, age 29 in 1930, born c. 1901. All lived in New Jersey, so I assume their Port of Entry was New York, Ellis Island, but this is a guess on my part.
Oh, one note, my father's name was also Louis Ballare and he was born in 1922. I have his and my mother's birth records.
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IN the packed courtroom, Abu Bakar Bashir's youngest son Abdul Rohim sat amongst the crowd to hear the court deliver its verdict on his father.
"As a Muslim, we reject this (verdict). It is unacceptable unless it is from Islamic law. We will appeal.
"The judge has leaned heavily in favour of the prosecution. He ignored the arguments from our defence team including the request to bring several witnesses to court to testify," says Rohim, referring to two witnesses who testified via video link from prison.
Rohim claims that the two witnesses' testimony was not independent as they were not allowed to testify "freely" inside a courtroom.
As police brace for a possible backlash from Abu Bakar's supporters, Rohim poured cold water on their concerns.
"My request from my father is for peace. He told us to be patient. He never once had any wish for revenge," he says.
Tall and well-built, Rohim is intelligent, articulate and is open to the press. He sits on the board of his father's Jamaah Anshorut Tauhid (JAT) and teaches at the Al-Mukmin boarding school in Ngruki, Solo, Central Java.
Known to be IT savvy, Rohim studied in Pakistan for several years and spent part of his childhood in Negri Sembilan.
The Indonesian press has called him a future leader of his father's movement, a label which he dismisses, saying that it is "wrong" to cast him in that light.
"I have no such ambitions at all. And as a Muslim, it is wrong to harbour such thoughts.
"I am just an ordinary teacher," he says in a phone interview from Jakarta.
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