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Sprint Cup regular Austin Dillon won the Subway Firecracker 250 , his fifth victory in 90 NASCAR XFINITY Series races.
Rico Abreu, the Rutherford, California, native captured the Coors Light Pole Award for the second-consecutive NASCAR K&N Pro Series East race when he took top qualifying honors at Columbus Motor Speedway in advance of the NAPA 150.
Andy Seuss continued his dominant ways at Caraway Speedway Saturday evening when he took the Coors Light Pole Award for the Daggett & Shuler Attorneys at Law Rusty Harpe Memorial 150.
Alex Tagliani, who hails from nearby Lachenaie, Quebec, posted a fast lap of 96.342 seconds (78.956 mph) Saturday at Circuit ICAR to capture his sixth career Canadian Tire Series pole.
Thunderstorms and rain forced the cancelation of the Coke Zero 400 at Daytona International Speedway. The lineup for Sunday night's race will be set by speed in the first practice session.
Daniel Suarez won the Coors Light Pole Award for the Subway Firecracker 250 at Daytona International Speedway with a lap of 49.929 seconds, 180.256 mph.
Scott Heckert (No. 34 Project Lifesaver Chevrolet) is at the top of the speed chart in the final practice leading to the K&N PS-East NASCAR NAPA 150 at Columbus (Ohio) Motor Speedway.
Dillon Bassett (No. 44 Bassett Gutters Ford) led the first practice for the K&N PS-East NASCAR NAPA 150 at Columbus (Ohio) Motor Speedway.
Kevin Lacroix had an eventful morning prior to the fifth annual Ecko Unlimited 100 at Circuit ICAR.
Danica Patrick posted the fastest single lap in final practice for the Coke Zero 400 at Daytona International Speedway with a speed of 198.133 mph. Her three teammates, Kurt Busch, Kevin Harvick, and Tony Stewart were all lined up behind her.
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Chapter 4: Services for Students
Athletics / Black Cultural Center / University Chaplain and Affiliated Ministries / Child Care Center / Dining / Learning Center / Mail Services / Opportunity Development Center / Parking and Transportation / Police Department, University / Student Financial Aid / Student Health Center and Other Medical Services
Academic Advising at Vanderbilt
Advising is an integral part of the student experience at Vanderbilt. Far from being a passive exercise, advising is a collaborative process in which students are expected to assume primary responsibility for their academic planning while advisers provide expertise and support with the planning effort.
Advisers are selected members of the faculty who are assigned to work with students, and who devote considerable time and effort to assisting students with academic matters. Advisers and advisees are encouraged to make contact early and often and to establish a schedule of regular meetings. While advisees may drop in to see their advisors, making an appointment during normal office hours is recommended. The development of strong relationships advisers and advisees benefits students both academically and personally. It is not uncommon at Vanderbilt for this relationship to evolve into one in which the adviser becomes a mentor as the student moves from freshman to senior in his or her field of study.
In addition to assigned advisers, the Deans of the schools and colleges also provide academic consultation and counseling through services provided by their offices or by offices to which they may refer a student.
Vanderbilt University competes in varsity athletics at the highest level sanctioned by the NCAA (Division IA) within the nationally competitive Southeastern Conference (SEC). Vanderbilt offers intercollegiate opportunities in football, baseball, men's basketball, women's basketball, women's cross country, men's cross country, women's golf, men's golf, women's lacrosse, men's tennis, women's tennis, women's indoor track and field, women's outdoor track and field, women's soccer, men's soccer, and women's bowling.
During the 2004/2005 academic year, over 325 student-athletes competed in varsity athletics. Athletic financial support is contingent upon ability and ranges in amount and availability. Further information regarding the Department of Athletics can be found at the Athletic department Web site (http://www.vucommodores.com*) or by calling 322-4727.
See also Campus Recreation (http://www.vanderbilt.edu/CampusRecreation/*).
Black Cultural Center
Bishop Joseph Johnson Black Cultural Center
The Bishop Joseph Johnson Black Cultural Center provides educational and cultural programming on the African and African American experience for the Vanderbilt and Nashville communities. Dedicated in 1984, the Center is named after the first African American student admitted to Vanderbilt (in 1953). The Center represents one of Vanderbilt's numerous efforts to acknowledge and promote diversity.
One of the Center's aims is to foster an understanding of the values and cultural heritage of people of African descent worldwide. In this regard, the Center serves as a resource for information on African and African American life and culture. Symposia, lectures, musical performances, art exhibitions, audiovisual materials, and publications on the African and African American experience provide a broad spectrum of activities for the University and the general public. The center also provides office space for the Afro-Hispanic Review, which is edited by Vanderbilt faculty and graduate students.
Recently expanded and renovated, the Center houses a computer lab, a small library, a seminar room, an auditorium, a student lounge area, and staff offices. The Center is open to all students, faculty and staff for programs and gatherings throughout the year. More information is available on the BJJBCC web site at http://www.vanderbilt.edu/BCC.*
University Chaplain and Affiliated Ministries
The University Chaplain and other ministers and professional staff affiliated with the University provide for worship, counseling, study, social action, and fellowship for individual constituencies and join in cooperative programs that minister to the University. See "Religious Holidays & Practices" in Chapter 5, and "Soliciting for Religious Activities" in the "Publicity, Promotion and Advertising" section of Chapter 3. For additional information, visit the University Chaplain and Affiliated Ministries Web site (http://www.vanderbilt.edu/religiouslife/*).
The Vanderbilt Child Care Center operates as a service to University staff, faculty, and students. Tuition is determined by the age of the child. The Center offers both full- and part-time care. Further information is available from the Vanderbilt Child Care Center, call 322-8076 or 936-1990.
Vanderbilt Dining offers a meal-plan program (VU Meal Plans) providing students comprehensive dining options. Features include extended hours, multiple locations, wide variety, a rollover account for missed meals, special events, Meal Money, Taste of Nashville (ToN) Program, and three Bonus Meals per semester for guests.
Freshman students living on campus are required to participate in the Lunch and Dinner Plan. The Lunch Plan is a 7-meal-per-week plan serving lunch Sunday-Saturday including the all-you-care-to-eat brunch on Saturday and Sunday. The Dinner Plan is a 7-meal-per-week plan serving dinner Sunday-Saturday. An optional Breakfast Plan is also available. Second year students living on campus are on the 7 Meal Plan. Other students may purchase a 7,14, or 21 Meal Plan by checking the selection on their housing applications or by purchasing the plans at the Commodore Card Office located in Sarratt Student Center.
There are a variety of dining options conveniently located across campus. The Rand Dining Center, The Pub, Stonehenge Deli, Grins Vegetarian Cafe, food service at Towers and Cohen, Engineering Cafe, and Blair Cafe all host the VU Meal Plans. Vanderbilt Dining also operates six convenience stores including the Varsity Marketplace in Branscomb which is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, when school is in session.
For more information on VU Meal Plans, visit http://www.vanderbilt.edu/dining/VUmealplans.*
For more information on Vanderbilt Dining, visit http://www.vanderbilt.edu/dining.*
The Identification Card
The Vanderbilt Card serves as the student ID card. Students can use it to access debit spending accounts, enter the Dinner Plan, and gain admission to campus buildings such as residence halls, academic buildings, and the Student Recreation Center.
Entering students will be issued Vanderbilt Cards at the Vanderbilt University Card Office. Returning students who have lost their Vanderbilt Cards may obtain replacements during regular office hours upon payment of a $15 fee.
* Cardholders must report a lost card as soon as possible either to the Vanderbilt University Card Office during business hours or at any attended retail location that accepts the Vanderbilt Card as a method of payment, so that debit spending account and access privileges can be frozen. Lost cards may also be reported to the Department of Police and Security at 322-2745.
* The Vanderbilt Card is nontransferable and restricted to use by the person whose picture and signature are on the card. Cardholders may not lend their cards to anyone or ask anyone to purchase items for them with their cards. Violation of this policy may result in confiscation of the card and in disciplinary action. Vanderbilt Card account information will be released only to the cardholder or to a third party designated by the cardholder.
See "Identification Card" in Chapter 5.
Billing and Refunds
All billing on the student's account is handled through the Office of Student Accounts. Prorated refunds may be made in some cases of prolonged illness or withdrawal from the University, upon the recommendation of the student's dean.
For additional information, visit the Vanderbilt Card Office Web site (http://thecard.vanderbilt.edu).
Learning Center
The Learning Center helps good students become better learners. Programs and services include academic counseling, individual tutoring, course specific study halls, and learning strategies workshops. Call 3-6829 or visit the Learning Center Website (http://sitemason.vanderbilt.edu/learning-center) for more information.
Mail Services
Two United States Post Office substations are located on the campus:
* Station B-ZIP code 37235-in Rand Hall, and
* Station 17-ZIP code 37232-in Medical Center North (serving the Medical Center).
Post office boxes are also located at Hill Student Center, ZIP code 37203; however, this location is a mail distribution center only and does not offer the full services of a Post Office substation.
All resident undergraduate students living in University-owned facilities are eligible for post office boxes at Station B or Hill Student Center, free of charge.
Nonresident and postbaccalaureate students are charged a box rental fee. The box rental fee is nonrefundable and will be charged to the student account at the beginning of the school year.
Students typically retain their campus post office boxes for the duration of their studies at Vanderbilt. However, students who leave the University for reason other than to participate in study abroad programs or for medical reasons may not receive their mail through campus mail boxes and should submit a change of address card to the appropriate Post Office manager. Students may be assigned new mail boxes upon their return to the University.
Students, registered campus organizations, and departments may use the campus mail service without paying postage. Items to be distributed through the campus mail or placed in campus post office boxes must have four straight sides and be no smaller than a post card (3-1/2 x 5-1/2 inches) and no larger than a 9 x 12 envelope. Each item must be properly addressed and must include a return address.
Authorization for the limited distribution of unaddressed mail may be granted for the activities of governmental and other organizations that have a broad public purpose, provided the exception is not simply for the purpose of advertising an event or party. Authorization may be obtained for such things as public opinion polls and orientation activities. Groups seeking such authorization should apply five days in advance to the supervisor of the Station B Post Office.
Candidates for student offices will not be granted authorization to distribute un-addressed mail.
Foodstuffs may not be delivered through campus mail unless adequately packaged in an envelope or box.
Mailings of more than twenty-five pieces must be arranged by box number in numerical order.
All campus mailings of 250 pieces or more should be in Station B one week before the expected delivery to ensure timely receipt.
Greeting cards for all holidays must be in Station B well in advance of the holiday to ensure timely delivery.
For Station B:
U.S. mail, Federal Express, and other courier deliveries should be addressed as follows, replacing XXXX with your box number.
Jane Doe
Vanderbilt University
VU Station B # 35XXXX [your box number]
2301 Vanderbilt Place
Nashville, TN 37235-XXXX [your box number]
For Hill Student Center:
U.S. mail, Federal Express, and other courier deliveries should be addressed as follows:
James Doe
Vanderbilt University
Peabody # [your 3 or 4 digit box number]
230 Appleton Place
Nashville, TN 37203-5721
(The zip code and "plus 4" will be the same on all Peabody addresses.)
Mailing Instructions and Shipping:
University policy prohibits residential staff from accepting package deliveries due to the lack of storage space and concerns regarding liability. For these reasons, students must make arrangements with their shippers to hold trunks and boxes until the students are able to pick them up at the terminal, or to make arrangements to have the shippers deliver the trunks and boxes to students in their residence halls after the students have checked into the residence halls. Residents must make arrangements to meet shippers who are delivering trunks and boxes.
First-class mail is posted immediately to student boxes. Boxes, packages, or mail requiring signatures are inventoried when they arrive at Station B (the central campus post office located in Rand Hall) or Peabody (Hill Center). A claim slip is then placed in the student's mailbox to notify the student about the receipt of a priority mailing. Students may claim parcels or priority mailings at the package window Monday-Friday, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The package window is open 10:00 a.m.-12 noon on Saturdays. (Special move-in hours and location are listed below.) Packages must be picked up at the central pick-up station August 19-September 9, 2005.
The campus postal service will have special hours during Move-in Weekend.
Station B will be open:
* Friday-Saturday, August 19-20 from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
* Sunday, August 21 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Peabody Mail Room will be open:
* Friday, August 19 from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
* Saturday, August 20 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Station B offers a central pick-up during the first few weeks of the semester. From Saturday, August 19, 2005 through Friday, September 9, 2005, packages may be picked up from a trailer located at Olin Hall Terrace, 2400 Highland Ave (across from the 25th Avenue Garage).
Students must present valid student ID cards and the package notice slips obtained from their Station B or Peabody boxes to claim their packages. Hours of operation will be Monday through Saturday, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Students may use any carrier, and should insure all packages up to the value of the contents. Students should number the packages when sending more than one. Example: 1 of 4; 2 of 4; 3 of 4; and 4 of 4.
Before August 19, 2005 and after September 9,2005, student packages will be delivered to Station B or the Peabody Mail Room. Packages will be held for fourteen days before they are returned to the sender.
For more information call the Station B Post Office at (615) 322-2934. Students who need assistance on how to ship items from Vanderbilt should visit Station B or the Peabody Mail Room.
Opportunity Development Center
The Opportunity Development Center (ODC) serves as a resource in the following capacities:
* to assist in keeping the administration informed of the University's obligations under state and federal equal opportunity laws;
* to coordinate and monitor the University's compliance with regard to equal opportunity laws;
* to serve as a source of information for faculty, staff, and students who may have questions or complaints pertaining to equal opportunity in employment practices, University sponsored programs and activities, and educational opportunities;
* and to coordinate services for persons with disabilities.
The following federal and state laws impose special obligations on the University:
* The Equal Pay Act of 1963
* Titles VI and VII, Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended
* Executive Order 11246, as amended
* The Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, as amended
* Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972
* The Rehabilitation Act of 1973
* The Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Act of 1974
* The Age Discrimination Act of 1975
* Tennessee Fair Employment Practices Law
* Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990
Of these laws, Title VI, Title IX, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, and the Americans with Disabilities Act protect students from discrimination in educational and recreational programs and activities sponsored by the University. Discrimination is prohibited by Title VI on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin and by Title IX on the basis of sex, which includes sexual harassment. Students with disabilities are protected by Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act. The ODC is the office responsible for coordinating services for students with disabilities. (See also "Vanderbilt Campus Disability Access" in Chapter 5.)
Students who feel they have been subjected to discriminatory treatment may call the Opportunity Development Center staff for additional information (including information on the student grievance procedure). For more information, visit the ODC Web site (http://www.vanderbilt.edu/odc/*).
Parking and Transportation
Motor vehicles operated on campus by Vanderbilt University faculty, staff, and students must be registered annually with the Office of Traffic and Parking. Freshmen may not register or park vehicles on campus.
For information about parking regulations, visit the Office of Traffic and Parking Web site (http://www.vanderbilt.edu/traffic_parking/*).
For information about bicycles on campus, see the Bicycles on Campus section under University Policies and Regulations.
Golf Carts. Golf carts are prohibited on campus, except when used by those departments (Alumni Events, e.g.) that must use such carts in the undertaking of their responsibilities during special events. Rare exceptions may be made by the Assistant Vice Chancellor of Housing and Residential Education in consultation with the Director of the Student Health Center and the Opportunity Development Center for students whose mobility impairment cannot be accommodated by any other device. Golf carts approved for use on campus must be registered annually with the Office of Traffic and Parking. Golf carts may not be operated on Metro streets and must yield to pedestrians on sidewalks.
Public Transportation. City buses, operated by the Metropolitan Transit Authority (MTA), serve the major arteries to the west and south of the campus (West End Avenue and Twenty-first Avenue South). All inbound bus routes converge in downtown Nashville, where connections may be made to outlying areas, shopping centers, and the Metropolitan Airport. For MTA route, fare, and schedule information, telephone 242-4433 or check the MTA schedule board on the ground floor of Rand Hall.
Police Department, University
Emergency Number: 615-421-1911
Non Emergency: 615-322-2745 or 615-421-8873
Walking Escorts: 615-421-8888
The Vanderbilt Police Department, (615) 322-2745, is a professional law enforcement agency dedicated to the protection and security of Vanderbilt University and it's diverse community.
The Police Department provides several services and programs.
Emergency Phones
More than 100 emergency telephones are located throughout the University campus and Medical Center.
Each phone has an emergency button that when pressed automatically dials the VUPD Communications Center. An open line on any emergency phone will activate a priority response from an officer, meaning that an officer will be sent to check on the user of the phone even if if nothing is communicated to the dispatcher. Cooperation is essential to help maintain the integrity of the emergency phone system, which should be used only for actual or perceived emergency situations.
An emergency response can also be initiated by dialing 911 from any campus phone. Cell phone users may call 615-421-1911 to initiate an emergency response on campus. Cell phone users should dial 911 for off campus emergencies. All callers should be prepared to state their location.
Emergency phone locations are based upon recommendations from the Vanderbilt Community. A map of current emergency phone locations can be found at http://police.vanderbilt.edu/services.htm. In addition, The Parking Map (available from the Office of Traffic and Parking) and the map in The Vanderbilt Directory both show the locations of the emergency phones.
Vandy Vans
The Vanderbilt University Police Department administers the Vandy Vans escort system. The Vandy Vans escort system provides transportation to designated locations on campus. The service consists of two vans that operate from dusk to 2 a.m. (5 a.m. on Saturday and Sunday mornings).
One van makes a continuous loop around campus, taking approximately 30 minutes, and making the following ten stops: Police Headquarters, Lupton House at Branscomb Quad, 24th Avenue between Carmichael Towers East and West, Kissam Quad at Hemingway, Wesley Place Garage, North Hall, the Blair School of Music, Highland Quad at Morgan Circle, and McGugin Center.
A second van runs an express route stopping at the following locations: Lupton House at Branscomb Quad, Kissam Quad at Hemingway, North Hall, and Highland Quad at Morgan Circle.
Stops were chosen based on location, the availability of a secure waiting area, and student suggestions. Signs-freestanding or located on existing structures-identify each stop. A walking escort can be requested to walk a student from stop to the student's final destination. A van is also accessible to students with mobility impairments. Additional information about Vandy Vans can be found at http://police.vanderbilt.edu/services.htm or by calling 615-322-2558.
Walking Escort Service
As a supplement to the Vandy Vans, VUPD provides walking escorts to students, faculty, and staff walking to and from any location on campus during the nighttime hours. The telephone number to call for a walking escort is 421-8888 (off campus) or 1-8888 (on campus).
Lost and Found
Recovered property may be turned in at any time to the Police Department . Inquiries about lost items may be made by calling the Police Department Lost and Found property clerk at 343-5371, Monday through Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
For further information on available programs and services, call (615) 322-2558 or email email@example.com.
Additional information on security measures and crime statistics for Vanderbilt is available from the Vanderbilt University Police Department, 2800 Vanderbilt Place, Nashville, TN 37212. Information is also available at http://police.vanderbilt.edu.
Student Financial Aid
The Office of Student Financial Aid counsels students and parents concerning need-based financial assistance (institutional, state, and federal) available to Vanderbilt students. Eligibility for need-based assistance is determined through a needs analysis process using the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and the Collegeboard Profile. Upon the student's completion of all required financial aid application materials, this office will provide information regarding a student's eligibility and finalize assistance for the student. Grants, scholarships, student loans, parent loans, and student employment are available for eligible students and/or parents. For more information, visit the Office of Student Financial Aid Web site (http://www.vanderbilt.edu/financialaid/*).
Student Health Center and Other Medical Services
The services provided at the Student Health Center are designed to meet the routine primary health care needs of all degree-seeking students. Except in emergencies, students should call for appointments to minimize waiting time and avoid missing classes.
Immunization (vaccine) requirements (or signed waiver) mandated by the State of Tennessee as of July 2003:
* All new incoming students who will be living in on-campus housing: Meningococcal meningitis vaccine (one injection)
* All new incoming students regardless of housing status: Hepatitis B vaccine series (three injections)
Documentation of receipt or waiver of the vaccines must be submitted to the Student Health Center. This can be accomplished via completion of the documentation/waiver form that is mailed to all incoming first-year undergraduate students. The form can also be printed out and submitted by going online to www.vanderbilt.edu/student_health/forms.htm*. Students who are 18 years of age or older can also waive or enter their meningococcal and hepatitis B vaccine status online by going to www.kosterweb.com* and selecting "Vanderbilt University" from the pull down menu. The vaccines can be obtained from either a private provider or at the Student Health Center.
Medication and supplies ordered by Student Health physicians and practitioners can usually be provided on the premises to students at or near cost. The Health Center encourages use of the Vanderbilt Card, cash, check or student account for purchase of medication and supplies. Some routine laboratory tests are provided at minimal costs, but customary lab fees will be billed for diagnostic tests or treatment provided elsewhere, including any location in the Vanderbilt Medical Center or Vanderbilt Clinics. If a student is referred to a specialist, charges incurred are the responsibility of the student.
Charges are also made for any visits to the VUMC Emergency Department, including those made during hours when the Student Health Center is closed. Emergency Room charges may not be covered by insurance unless an accident or emergency illness is involved.
Care provided at the Student Health Center is confidential to the extent permitted by law.
Unless Vanderbilt University Medical Center personnel are asked by the treated student not to do so, residential staff in the Office of Housing and Residential Education may be notified when a Vanderbilt University student is admitted or treated in the Vanderbilt University Hospital or Emergency Room. This practice allows the Office to provide support and assistance to students and their families.
Students who voluntarily or involuntarily withdraw from the University for medical or mental/emotional health reasons must be cleared by the Director of the Student Health Center before being permitted to re-enroll.
Hospitalization Insuranc
All degree-seeking students registered for 4 or more hours at Vanderbilt are required to have injury/illness insurance coverage acceptable to the University. The University has endorsed a student health insurance plan offered by the Koster Insurance Agency. Information about the plan is available at the Student Health Center or by calling the insurance assistant at 343-4688. A student registered for four or more credit hours is automatically enrolled in this insurance plan and will be billed unless he or she completes the online waiver process.
The annual premium is in addition to tuition. Coverage extends from a set date in August through the same August date of the following year whether the student remains in school or is away from the University. However, there is no pro rata refund included in this coverage.
This plan provides hospital, surgical, and major medical benefits. A brochure explaining the limits, exclusions, and benefits of the plan is available at registration, in the Office of Student Accounts, or at the Student Health Center.
Waiver of Insurance Plan
A student who does not wish to subscribe to the insurance plan offered through the University must notify the University of injury/illness coverage acceptable to the University under another policy. Waiver of the student insurance plan does not affect eligibility for services at the Student Health Center. The online waiver process may be found at www.kosterweb.com.* To waive coverage, students should select Vanderbilt University and follow the directions.
Undergraduate Students. New students must complete the online waiver process if they do not desire the coverage provided by Koster's plan for Vanderbilt Students. The insurance charge will not be waived if the online process is not completed by August 1 for the fall semester, and by January 5 for students who are newly enrolled for the spring semester. The waiver process will remain in effect each academic year unless an acceptance card (available in the Student Accounts office) is completed and received by the Office of Student Accounts.
Graduate/Professional Students. New and returning students must complete the online waiver process each academic year if they do not desire the coverage provided by Koster's plan for Vanderbilt Students. The insurance charge will not be waived if the online process is not completed by August 1 for the fall semester, and by January 5 for students who are newly enrolled for the spring semester.
Family Coverage
An additional premium is charged for family insurance coverage. An eligible student who wishes to provide coverage for his or her spouse, University-certified domestic partner, and/or children may secure an application form from the Student Health Center at the time of registration or dependents can enrolled online at www.kosterweb.com.* Forms or online enrollment should be forwarded to Koster Insurance Agency 500 Victory Road, Quincy, MA 02171.
International Student Coverage
International students and their dependents residing in the United States are required to purchase the international student health insurance plan approved by the University and offered through the Koster Insurance Agency. Exceptions are made if the University deems coverage adequate from another source. Information and applications are provided through the International Student and Scholar Services (http://www.vanderbilt.edu/isss*).
For more information, visit the Student Health Center Web site (http://www.vanderbilt.edu/student_health*).
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Today is a day of celebration for me...lost 10 lbs in the last month from being on this "way of life"!
I tried my first really vegan recipe today...Mac and "cheese". Takes great but know it would have tasted better if I had the reg soy milk instead of the vanilla flavoured (only thing I had on hand). I will take some to our pot luck today.
Yesterday I made a huge pot of vegetable soup for lunches. Froze most and used up a lot of my left over "fresh" veggies.
Not sure I am getting enough greens these days and will try harder to make a balance as well as eating more beans for protein.
Have a great day!
headed into week 5 and still going strong!
What a surprise! The vegan mac and cheese dish I took to the pot luck was a hit! The second surpise was that after eating my fill and more at the dinner this morning my blood reading was perfect (4. and weight even! I guess its true that as long as you stay within the diets ground rules then you can eat (almost) all you want.
I leave for my 12 day buisness trip soon and wont be able to take wight readings but hope to keep in line with my "new life". Will keep you posted about how I am doing with 12 days of resturant fare.
Keep going you can do it!
Good morning fellow vegineans!
Another pound lost as recorded this morning this makes 11 lbs in about 32 days with little added exercise (although I am trying to change that).
I wonder how much more I would lose if I were on a daily workout routine!! I have lots more energy and my hunger bouts seem to be lessening. I stopped taking my cholesterol pill three days ago (it was lowest dosage) after doing some research about it.
I kind of wonder if the weight loss is happening too fast as I have never lost this much so quickly (or never this much at one diet attempt)but do trust in the program.
Found sweet potato hummus which is now my favorite for spreading on rye crackers.
Keep going people and keep me posted with your thoughts and progress!
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My body has acted differently adjusting to the new intake of food these last 3 weeks and I am having a bit of a time getting adjusted to the signs, syptoms and adjustments to make to my schedual. I will start carring a fuit with me and will eat snacks more often through the day untii things ison out.
I'm not stoping just adjusting. Starting day 22 and in it for a life time!
Thanks for the support and have a great day!
I am a bit concerned over my rapid wieght loss this week. 2 lbs in three days! I am ending my 5th week on Saturday and did have a bout of rapid weight loss in the first two weeks of this menu but then it slowed down until just a couple days ago. The loss has been gradual except for the begining and now.
Any thoughts on this?
Leaving for the west coast for two weeks of work today and will keep you posted about travel and this new way of life.
Keep up the good fight, its more than worth it!
First day on the road and eating in restaurants.
McDonalds for oatmeal
Large spinach salad with a bowl of tomato soup
Picked up a large veggie tray and apples for snacking and evening meal
My computer died first day on this 12 day buisness trip and will have a new one tommorow, so will write more then
Keep up the vegging!
Just an fyi, McDonalds oatmeal contains dairy. The oatmeal definitly isn't the worst choice at McDonalds, but I would choose a different venue if you have an option.
ya I figured McDonalds wasn't the best choice but only choice I had. I can see I will have to make some minor exceptions while I am traveling for work like the nuts in the spinach salad and forgot to ask for it without. I am pretty proud of being almost 100% even on the road. Today I had a booth at a convention and right across from me they were giving out samples of candy bars....lots of overweight people crowding the table and my overweight self kept my distance with no real desire to join them.
one day at a time
Finally got my new computer up and running after my last one had a meltdown. Its day 1 of week 6 and also the 3 day of a 10 day trip away eating all meals in restaurants (almost all I do breakfast in my room).
My blood levels have never been better and I think I have lost a bit more weight (no scale to use but my belt is down to its last hole so good indicator). Just about finished the "Eat to Live" book and (ok I am hoping not to offend anyone, just my personal take) I found the book ok but too repetitive. The biggest thing I took from the book so far is that SALAD IS THE MAIN MEAL! With that in mind I found it easy to buy a huge salad (designed for two or more) from a local market (very fresh) and have eaten one of these each day and really feel this is a keeper especially for my trips away from home.
I still snack on apples and my veggies tray and have had some plain pasta with tomato sauce a couple of times so things are going well. I have gotten in a lot of extra walking as well and my energy levels are way up.
So thanks for the support and interest and keep up the journey to better health, I really think we all are on to something!
Not much to report the last two days. I am speaking for 3 hours each morning in schools (almost non stop) so have taken some unsugared dried fruit with me to help me get through the morning.
Had large salad and pasta today basically. I know I am not getting exactly what I want for meals but am very close to it and with my schedule don't have time to do any better.
Unable to monitor weight until I get home next week.
Thanks goodness for apples!!!!
Hi All,
Back from my trip and found I had lost another 2 lbs! I am happy with my ability to get at least 90% of what I was looking for in terms of eating in resturants. I do confess I sliped one day and ate a candy bar and an appitiser with cheese on it (neither had what I wanted and really didnt taste all that great)
My blood levels have remained evenl.
I am back home now for two weeks before I leave on another 2 weeperiod of being away but I feel more confident about my ability to stick to this and find what I want while away from home.
I was pleasently surpirsed as to what resturants offer and even found a wonderful vegan salad on a ferry going to Victoria! The salad was made with Quinoa, chickpeas, lettice, mixed vegetables and suhflower seeds.My first time eating quinoa and will try to find some here.
Will keep you posted, have a vegan good week!
wow, just finshed looking up quinoa and it has lots of good stuff in it and lots of interesting recipies.
Anyone want to share thier take on it or some easy easy recipies?
Is this stuff a bit costly? What about pasta made with it?
Any help is apprechiated and who knows I may even start to enjoy cooking!
Quinoa recipes:
Inca Corn Soup
Quinoa Tacos
Quinoa, Zucchini, and Cannellini Beans
I buy quinoa in big bags at Costco. We often use it the same way as rice, just toss some veggies on top and a oil-free sauce.
throw some garlic and chopped onion in a saucepan with a little water or stock. Sweat the garlic and onion (get them warm and soft but not brown). Add the quinoa and stir it around a bit to toast it. Then add the liquid (water, stock) to cook the quinoa. Just before the quinoa is done cooking, heat up a skillet with a bit of stock or water. Add some chopped up greens (kale, chard, spinach, etc). Let it steam/wilt (takes a minute or two only). Add some cooked chickpeas. Add the cooked quinoa. Mix it all together, add any additional seasoning/flavoring (soy sauce, Bragg's aminos, a sprinkle of nutritional yeast, etc). Really simple and yummy. You've got your bean, green, grain all in one dish. You can add other things like carrot, bell pepper, etc. into the skillet to start cooking before adding the greens if you choose for more color.
Great morning to you all!
Lost another lb and blood levels seem fine. I am soon starting my 3rd month on this new menu and feel great.
I do notice that I need to snack more between meals (which I think is part of my diabities) but have adapted to that. Yesterday I spent one full day in a school giving 35 min presentations (8 times)to grades k-8 and was munching on raw veggies thoughout the day and that seemed to keep me going. I will have 5 consecutive days of that schedual in another week so will go armed for it!
Have been enjoying a lot more leafy greens in my diet the last week. I have a huge bolw of just greens with a bit of low fat dressing and love it just like that. I also keep a veggie tray of raw veggies close to my chair in the evening while watching TV (the veggie trays I know are more costly then preparing your own but just dont have the time to make them up myself, although I have found they are on sale occasionaly or at half price due to freshness date.
Have a great weekend!
Hi all,
Been away on a business trip for two weeks and am glad to be back! I was in the Midwestern part of Canada and found it really really difficult to find the food I wanted in restaurants. Unlike the west coast the Midwest has little to offer for vegan of vegetarian diets and found myself compromising way too many times.
I knew I had gain back a bit of weight but the surprise is that it wasn't as drastic as I thought...only gained back a half a pound! My work there was no stop and had no time for any added exercise and besides that the weather was way to cold for walking.
So am glad to be back to continue my kind of food and my kind of lifestyle!
Will keep in touch and hope everyone is eating right and feeling great!
I know part of the answer to this question but want your take on it as well. I will always be asked by friends, "So if you don't eat meat where are you getting your protein?" I sometimes ask myself the same question and I know that part of it comes from the Legumes (but I have tended to eat a very limited amount of these to date). I also take a multiple vitamin every day.
Now please remember I am not that much into cooking or long prep time.....so what else do I need to do (or eat) to get my daily dose of protein? Or do I even need to worry about it?
I just got my bike out of storage (first sign of spring for me) and looking forward to more exercise.
Thanks in advance for your comments and help!
I wouldn't worry about your protein intake. Here is what PCRM has to say about it; The Protein Myth
Also, when you are on the road, are you required to eat in restaurants? You can always find plenty of vegan options at the grocery store.
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Thanks for your help!
This was my second long trip since starting this diet and the first trip I did buy a lot fro grocery stores and had lodging where I could prepare and keep simple menu. This last trip it was impossible to do the same as my lodgings and work timings just didn't allow me to shop or prepare food. I learned from this trip to first..don't push so much in so little time! and secondly to make sure the lodgings I rent have at least basic facilities for meal prep.
Good to be home and eating right again!
Many thanks
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Omar Gonzalez had a successful 2013 at the club and international level, but 2014 could be something even more substantial.
I look back at Gonzalez's 2013 season in my latest LA Galaxy Insider Year in Review piece. Gonzalez was undoubtedly successful as he earned the club's Defender of the Year award, was a finalist for MLS Defender of the Year and an MLS Best XI selection while also locking down a regular place on the U.S. National Team.
The Galaxy center back is expected to contend for a roster spot –and a place in the starting XI—on the U.S. National Team's roster at the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil and while Gonzalez is staying "even keeled" ahead of a big year, he's hopeful that he'll be on the plane to South America.
"There's no really Cinderella story so I feel like every team in the World Cup is a great team and deserves to be there. Whoever we're matched up against is going to be a tough group," Gonzalez told reporters in a conference call a week ago. "I've never been to a World Cup, but I'm sure that I'll be getting at Robbie to ask him questions about how it is. It's going to be a fun year and hopefully, I can keep my form, stay healthy, and hopefully I'll be there."
Will Gonzalez be at the World Cup in 2014?
Omar Gonzalez appeared on ESPN's SportsCenter on Wednesday morning to promote the U.S. National Team, the World Cup, the new adidas match ball brazuca and the LA Galaxy.
Video of Omar Gonzalez's appearance on SportsCenter is below.
Tuesday Notes: Club Tijuana appoint new manager; Donovan finishes third for Futbol de Primera 2013 Player of the Year
The LA Galaxy's CONCACAF Champions League quarterfinal opponents Club Tijuana will have a new coach when they take on LA in the CCL in March.
Club Tijuana appointed Venezuelan Cesar Farias to replace Jorge Almiron who led the Xolos to a 10th place finish in the 2013 Apertura season. Farias led Venezuela to the Copa America semifinals in 2011 after helping the nation reach the Under-20 World Cup in 2009. Farias will begin his career with Club Tijuana on Dec. 28 with a friendly against Club America at StubHub Center.
In other news around the soccer world:
*LA Galaxy forward Landon Donovan finished in third for the Futbol de Primera Player of the Year Award which was given to U.S. teammate Jozy Altidore. Michael Bradley – who was my selection for the award – finished second.
*Altidore was on hand as adidas unveiled the 2014 FIFA World Cup match ball the Brazuca. Check out the ball below and in case you're wondering, brazuca is a Brazilian term to describe the nation's way of life.
US striker @JozyAltidore shows off @adidasSoccer's 2014 FIFA #WorldCup match ball @brazuca. #teamadidas pic.twitter.com/JmVl4lDOcv
— Michael Ehrlich (@adidasUSPRGuy) December 3, 2013
During MLS Commissioner Don Garber's State of the League address on Tuesday, former LA Galaxy midfielder David Beckham's interest in installing an MLS expansion team in Miami was undoubtedly a hot button topic.
Beckham's connection to Miami has been reported since he retired from soccer earlier this year, but talk has been heating up as of late. While Miami was mentioned along with Atlanta, Minneapolis and San Antonio as possible MLS expansion locations, Garber admitted that it was far from finished.
"There's a lot of work that needs to happen … We can't go to Miami without the right stadium solution. David understands that. The city understands that. That's an indisputable fact. We can't have different rules in Miami that we have in any other city," Garber said during the event. "We want to do as much as we can to work with David and [his business manager] Simon Fuller to get something done as quickly as we can."
Garber continued: "We are very excited about the opportunity of having David put together an ownership group and finalizing a stadium site in downtown Miami so that we can end up having what we hope will be our 22nd team in a city that is one of the largest in the country and has a very strong, passionate fan base but there is a lot of word that needs to happen," Garber said. "Part of that is continuing the discussions that the ownership group has been having with the city and the [Port of Miami] site and potentially other sites."
Although reports have stated that Beckham is looking to get a deal done by years end, based on Garber's comments, any announcement seems to be a work in progress at the moment.
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In honor of Robbie Keane and Omar Gonzalez's Best XI selections on Tuesday, LAGalaxy.com has created this video highlight reel of their 2013 seasons.
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CARSON, Calif. – Robbie Keane and Omar Gonzalez were named to the 2013 MLS Best XI after a pair of banner seasons.
Keane, a finalist for 2013 MLS MVP and a Best XI selection a year ago, led the Galaxy offense in 2013 with 16 goals and 11 assists in 23 appearances. Gonzalez, who was a finalist for the 2013 MLS Defender of the Year, was LA's defensive fulcrum with one goal and two assists in 27 games played.
The Best XI includes ex-Galaxy players Donovan Ricketts and Mike Magee while the Portland Timbers led all teams with three players included on the squad.
2013 MLS Best XI: Ricketts (Portland Timbers); Besler (Sporting KC), Goncalves (New England Revolution), Gonzalez (LA Galaxy); Cahill (New York Red Bulls); Johnson (Portland), Valeri (Portland), Zusi (Sporting KC); Di Vaio (Montreal Impact), Keane (LA Galaxy), Magee (Chicago Fire)
Thank you @MLS , my fellow players and the media for voting me MLS Best XI. I'm truly honored.
— Omar Gonzalez (@Omar4Gonzalez) December 3, 2013
27 - @LAGalaxy forward Robbie Keane was directly involved in 27 goals in @MLS (goals and assists), a league high for a player. Top. #BestXI
— OptaJack (@OptaJack) December 3, 2013
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The LA Galaxy Academy Under-17/18 team continued their winning ways on Sunday with an impressive 3-0 victory over Nomads SC (La Jolla, Calif.) to extend their record to an impressive 6-1-2 mark after nine matches.
Forward Adonis Amaya tallied twice in victory with Bradford Jameison rounding out the scoring in LA's victory. Amaya's two goals brought his season total to 10 which moved him to the top of the U-17/18 Development Academy scoring charts.
Meanwhile, the Galaxy U-16 side is also enjoying plenty of success as they are 6-0-4 this season. The U-16's played Nomads SC to a 1-1 draw last weekend with a goal from Dmitriy Zhuravlev. The U-16's and the U-18's will return to action in December when they travel to Florida for the Development Academy Showcase.
LA's U-13/14 team are duplicating the success of their older groups with a 9-2-1 record including a 2-0 victory over Nomads SC last weekend off two goals from Jesus Nunez. The Galaxy Academy's youngest Development Academy side concludes their 2013 slate this weekend when they face off against Albion SC on Dec. 7 and Los Angeles Futbol Academy on Dec. 8.
FIFA announced the 2014 World Cup pots on Tuesday, and the U.S. National Team will be guaranteed some stiff competition during next year's tournament in Brazil.
The U.S. was placed in Pot 3 with the other CONCACAF nations and four squads from the Asian Football Confederation. As expected, European heavyweights Germany and Spain were placed in Group A alongside host Brazil and Argentina. Group 2 boasts five African representatives as well as Chile and Ecuador while Group 4 includes England, France, Italy, Netherlands, and Portugal among others.
Meanwhile, noted Sports Illustrated writer Grant Wahl, who was in Bahia for the press conference, broke down how the Americans' draw could be affected by travel.
The 2014 World Cup pots are below:
POT 1: Argentina, Brazil, Belgium, Colombia, Germany, Spain, Switzerland, Uruguay
POT 2: Algeria, Cameroon, Chile, Ivory Coast, Ecuador, Ghana, Nigeria
POT 3: USA, Mexico, Honduras, Costa Rica, Korea Republic, Japan, Australia, Iran
POT 4: Bosnia-Herzegovina, Croatia, England, France, Greece, Italy, Netherlands, Portugal, Russia
Thoughts on the World Cup pots?
MLS will crown its champion this weekend while the NCAA Men's Soccer Tournament field will be dwindled to four.
Just eight remain in the tournament after a wild weekend that saw No. 1 ranked UCLA defeated by Connecticut in a thrilling penalty kick shoot out. LA Galaxy Academy products Grady Howe and Nathan Smith went all 110 minutes in the Bruins' surprising defeat. Connecticut will face Virginia with a berth in the College Cup on the line. Meanwhile UC Irvine, who boast Galaxy Academy defender Matt Tilley on their roster, fell 1-0 to Maryland.
Two Galaxy players will see their alma maters face off as the Hector Jimenez's California Golden Bears face off against the Maryland Terrapins -- who produced Galaxy players A.J. DeLaGarza, Omar Gonzalez and Robbie Rogers -- on Dec. 7 at Edwards Stadium in Berkeley.
The remaining matches will see Notre Dame face Michigan State and New Mexico taking on Washington.
The U.S. National Team is returning to Southern California.
U.S. Soccer announced on Monday that the U.S. will face Korea Republic on Feb. 1 at StubHub Center concluding their annual winter training camp. The match will be the first game for the U.S. in a busy 2014 that will see them -- and Korea Republic -- complete in the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil.
"As a team that has qualified for Brazil, the Korea Republic will be another great benchmark for us," said U.S. head coach Jurgen Klinsmann in a statement. "They bring a different style of play than we have seen in the last two years, and that gives us a chance to grow. With only two or three games left before May, this will be an important opportunity for the players who will be finishing off the January camp. The message will be the same one we start with every time we get together: we are here to win."
Both LA Galaxy stalwarts Landon Donovan and Omar Gonzalez are likely to be called up for the January training camp. According to Steve Davis at ProSoccerTalk, the U.S. will open up training camp on Jan. 6 at StubHub Center before departing for Brazil on Jan. 12 where they will train in Sao Paulo at their base for the World Cup until Jan. 25 before returning to Southern California.
The match will be first game between the two countries since their 1-1 draw at the 2002 FIFA World Cup when former Galaxy attacker Clint Mathis scored a stunning goal in the tie.
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1. Picking up on the X-Division this late in the year. The X-Division always deserves spotlight, and not by the same few guys like Kenny King ( decent but not a top-3 guy in the division in my opinion), Manic (get rid of this bum), and off-and-on Aries.
Match Type: TNA's King Of The Mountain match type, but team vs. team elimination.
TNA: Jeff Jarret, RVD, Kurt Angle, Samoa Joe vs.WWE: The Miz, John Cena, CM Punk, Kofi Kingston.
Match Type: regular
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Special Services
|Child Care / Preschools
Elmcor Day Care Center
100-17 32nd Avenue
East Elmhurst NY , 11369
phone: (718) 478-5054
Jerome Hardeman Daycare Center
29-49 Gilmore Street
East Elmhurst NY , 11369
phone: (718) 779- 1660
fax: (718) 779-9142
A Child's Place Day Care (6 mos & up)
108th Street & Northern Blvd
East Elmhurst NY , 11369
phone: (718) 565-2170
fax: (718) 424-8875
Queens Child Guidance Center
101-18 Astoria Blvd
East Elmhurst NY , 11369
phone: (347) 274-2095
Precious Little Angels
31-06 97th Street
East Elmhurst NY , 11369
|Community Board
Queens Community Board #3
82-11 37th Avenue
Jackson Heights NY , 11372
phone: (718) 458-2707
fax: (718) 458-3316
|Community Organizations & Services
East Elmhurst/Corona Civic Association
29-49 Gilmore Street
East Elmhurst NY , 11369
phone: (718) 799-9142
Elmcor Youth & Adult Activities, Inc. (East Elmhurst & Corona)
33-16 108th Street
Corona NY , 11368
phone: (718) 651-0096
fax: (718) 446-0156
East Elmhurst/Corona Kiwanis Club
|Fire Department
East Elmhurst
27-12 Kearny Street
East Elmhurst NY , 11369
phone: (718) 847-6600
|Local Hospitals
Elmhurst Hospital Center
79-01 Broadway
Elmhurst NY , 11373
phone: (718) 334-4000
|Local Newspapers
The Gazzatte
42-16 34th Avenue
Long Island City NY , 11101
phone: (718) 361-6161
fax: (718) 784-7552
Queens Chronicle
62-33 Woodhaven Blvd
Rego Park NY , 11374
phone: (718) 205-8000
fax: (718) 205-0150
Jackson Heights Times (covers East Elmhurst)
41-02 Bell Boulevard
Bayside NY , 11361
phone: 718-260-4545
fax: (718) 225-7117
|Parks and Playgrounds
PS 127 Park
98-01 25th Avenue
East Elmhurst NY , 11369
phone: (718) 446-4700
fax: (718) 397-7645
|Police Department
115th Precinct
92-15 Northern Blvd.
Jackson Heights NY , 11372
phone: (718) 533-2002
|Post Office
East Elmhurst Post Office
9107 25th Ave.
East Elmhurst NY , 11369
phone: (718) 803-8968
|Private / Parochial Schools
A Child's Place (1-3)
108th Street & Northern Blvd
East Elmhurst NY , 11369
St. Gabriel School (PK- 8)
97th Street & Astoria Blvd.
East Elmhurst NY , 11369
phone: (718) 426-7170
|Public Elementary Schools
PS 127Q Aerospace Academy
8-01 25th Avenue
East Elmhurst NY , 11369
phone: (718) 446-4700
fax: (718) 397-7645
90th Street & 32nd Avenue
East Elmhurst NY , 11369
phone: (718) 898-8181
|Public Intermediate / Junior High Schools
Louis Armstrong Intermediate School - IS 227
32-02 Junction Blvd
East Elmhurst NY , 12369
phone: (718) 335-7500
|Senior Centers
Elmcor Senior Citizens Center
98-19 Astoria Blvd.
East Elmhurst NY , 11369
phone: (718) 457-9757
Elmhurst Care Center ( A Rehab & Nursing Home Facility)
100 Street & Ditmars Blvd.
East Elmhurst NY , 11369
|Elected Officials
|NYC Council
Hon. Julissa Ferreras
District Office 32-33A Junction Blvd
East Elmhurst NY, 11369
phone: (718) 651-1917
fax: (718) 565-5937
Manhattan Office 250 Broadway, Suite 1866
New York NY, 10007
phone: (212) 788-6862
fax: (212) 442-2725
|NYS Assembly
Hon. Jeffrion L. Aubry
District Office 98-09 Northern Blvd.
Corona NY , 11368
phone: (718) 457-3615
fax: (718) 457-3640
Albany Office LOB, Room 646
Albany NY, 12248
phone: (518) 455-4561
fax: (518) 455-4565
|NYS Senate
Hon. José Peralta
District Office 32-37 Junction Boulevard
East Elmhurst NY , 11369
phone: (718) 205-3881
fax: (718) 205-4145
Albany Office Room 415, Legislative Office Building
Albany NY , 12247
phone: (518) 455-2529
fax: (518) 426-6909
|US Congress
Hon. Joseph Crowley
District Office 82-11 37th Avenue, Suite 402
Astoria NY , 11372
phone: (718) 779-1400
fax: (718) 505-0156
Legislative Office 1436 Longworth House Office Building
Washington DC, 20515
phone: (202) 225-3965
fax: (202) 225-1909
|Boro President
Hon. Melinda Katz
Hon. Bill de Blasio
The community of East Elmhurst enjoys some of the best features of Queens living: tree-lined streets, excellent transportation, close proximity to Manhattan, two airports, Shea Stadium, and a branch of the Queens Library System.
The East Elmhurst community is a young and small community that was carved out off the Jackson Heights and Corona areas. One, two, and three family homes make up the architecture of the community. Some high rise apartments provide additional housing for a bursting community. At one time the area was mainly beach and recreational land space. The neighborhood of East Elmhurst has seen profound and rapid demographic changes over the years. The eastern Europeans who first settled in the area have since yielded to other populations including Italian, Greek, and Spanish-Americans, African Americans, and Haitians. More recent groups include Asians and Eastern Indians.
The East Elmhurst Branch opened for business in June of 1912 and was known as the Louona Park Library. Like many branches of the Queens Library system, the East Elmhurst Branch has claimed many different locations as its home over the years. Unlike the others, though, every time the branch changed its location, it also changed its name. It was renamed the Northern Boulevard Library when it moved to Northern Boulevard in May of 1927. In 1942 the library found a new home at 90th Street and Astoria Boulevard and brought with it the new but peculiar appellation of North Beach Library. The branch assumed its current name when a new city owned building was erected in 1972 at its present home at 95-06 Astoria Boulevard.
For many years, the East Elmhurst Branch was one of Queens Library's five Community Neighborhood Information Centers, offering referral services to people in need. This service was largely used by older adults who needed the aid of city agencies and community organizations, and young mothers who were seeking information on day care centers and schools. The branch continues to serve as a depository for the City's Department of Environmental Protection materials about the ongoing Flushing Bay project.
Over the years the East Elmhurst library has had the flavor of a "community center" which numerous community groups used as their monthly meeting place. Satisfying cultural needs goes hand-in-hand with fulfilling the informational needs of the branch's steady stream of small business owners, retailers, construction, airport workers, and students.
The East Elmhurst branch enjoys top ranking in sessions and attendance for its delivery of cultural, musical, and informational type programs. East Elmhurst is known for its large number of famous artists of all genres. An impressive number of branch programming originates from the community.
Among the many unique and outstanding programs and activities taking place at the East Elmhurst Library over the years, three memorable ones include: Former Mayor David Dinkins' use of the library for the filming of his last mayoral campaign commercial which included issuing to him a Queens library card; the celebration of the library's 100th anniversary in 1996; and the recipient of a Plaque for the New York Times' first Librarian Award in September, 2001.
A unique and successful feature of the East Elmhurst Community Library's services is its mission of "Keeping Jazz Alive in Louis Armstrong's Neighborhoods". A grant from the Louis Armstrong Educational Foundation Inc. makes it possible for Jazz artists, performers, and workshop presenters from throughout the Metropolitan area to help us accomplish our mission. The Louis Armstrong House is located in Corona, but is in walking distance to the East Elmhurst Community Library .


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(Australia, Japan, Germany 1942 – 01 Jun 2012)
25.7 x 19.6 cm each platemark. 25.7 x 39.5 cm overall platemark; 32.2 x 49.9 cm sheet
Jörg Schmeisser studied at the Hamburg Fine Art Academy, Germany 1962-67, majoring in printmaking under Paul Wunderlich. In 1967 he received a scholarship that enabled him to continue studies at the Kyoto Fine Art Academy, Japan and taught there 1969-72 and again in 1989. From 1965-73 was a regular participant as draughtsman/artist in archaeological expeditions in Greece and Israel, run by the Columbia University of Missouri. He first visited Australia in 1976 and in 1978 he was appointed to the Canberra School of Art to establish the printmaking workshop and was its Head until 1997. He has travelled extensively in Europe, Asia and Australia and has held solo exhibitions since 1969.


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Ask a sampling of Corvette cognoscenti what modern-day mod they'd find most rewarding on a midyear coupe, and they're likely to answer you with three alphanumeric characters: L-S-7. And why not? After all, mating the world-class performance of the big-cube LS to, say, the timeless lines of a '63 split-window would be a veritable dream come true.
That's what Long Island Collector Car Garage (LICCG) in Hauppauge, New York, aimed to do for a customer with his own unique vision of the ultimate Cor-vette supercar. LICCG is a private "country club" for car enthusiasts, and its facility offers 20,000 square feet of museum storage, a club room, mechanics' lifts, and exclusive high-end restorations. "We recently have become known for our midyear Corvette restomods, being one of the few restoration shops on the East Coast with this unique specialty," company team leader Peter Spinella says.
LICCG's restorations are unique in that the company performs only one resto at a time, with three team members devoting all their efforts to a single customer vehicle. "I'm the custom carbuilder, Ruben Rodriguez is our master fabricator, and Edgar Leon is our paint-and-body specialist," Spinella says. "Combined, we have 65 years of car-building experience. We prepare for each project thoroughly, so lead times [for parts and supplies] are minimized. Almost all of our projects are completed in six months or less, and that includes full body-off restorations."
So how did this sensual split-window supercar come about? In December 2007, LICCG was approached by a Kuwaiti businessman who had bought an Ermine White '63 coupe for only $25,000. It was in good condition, but its originality had been irrevocably compromised with a nonoriginal motor. Spinella suggested the car be converted into a custom classic with the guts of a modern Z06.
The customer already had an idea for the chassis: a C4 frame-manufactured by Street Shop Inc. in Athens, Alabama-that bolts up to any midyear Corvette. According to Street Shop's owner Tray Walden, "We built a completely new bolt-on custom chassis using mandrel-formed 4x2x0.120-inch wall tubing. We then installed C4 control arms, Aldan billet-aluminum coilovers, Wilwood calipers, drilled-and-slotted Street Shop rotors, and a hydromechanical parking brake. The brake lines are custom CNC stainless steel from the master cylinder to the rear wheels.
"For steering, we installed a power rack-and-pinion unit and custom Addco sway bars that allow up to a 9 1/2-inch rear tire on a stock body. The fuel system consists of a Rock Valley Street Rods stainless-steel custom tank, a 255-lph in-tank electric pump, and custom-made stainless lines with GM-style push-lock connectors. When we were done, we had a complete rolling chassis with suspension, drivetrain, and fuel system, and the body was ready to be dropped back on."
Street Shop also provided a GM Performance Parts LS7 crate engine for the car. While the 427-cube motor remains internally stock, Walden did add a custom aluminum intake tube, a 90mm FAST drive-by-wire throttle body, a Street Shop custom pulley setup, and a Classic Motorsports Group LS bellhousing. A mechanically activated GM LS7 clutch, a Tremec TKO 600 five-speed trans, and a Dana 44 diff with 3.45 gears push the power to the pavement.
The project took the three men four months of full-time work to complete, for a combined total of 2,000 hours of labor. Spinella and Rodriguez began by disassembling the Sting Ray and preparing it for mediablasting. Then, Rodriguez and Leon stripped the body with a baking-soda material, allowing the Ray's factory fiberglass to show through. The men discovered the body was in great shape, with the exception of a hole in the driver-side front fender. The metal door frames, however, were rotted. Body repair and fabrication ensued, and new frames were fabricated by hand. The original body seams were ground and filled with a marine epoxy to prevent bleed through, and the body itself was modified to accept a '67 Sting Ray hood and stand.


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Sunday, July 18, 2010
Hats Off to The Cheeses of France Marketing Council
If you are interested in learning about French cheeses (including how to pronounce them), check out this website- www.cheesesoffrance.com. I happened to stumble on it recently and it impressed me so much that I could not resist sharing it with you. It was created by a marketing company called Jaffe and Partners (jaffeandpartners.com) for The Cheeses of France Marketing Council.
You may say, yes, but there are many websites about the cheeses of France. And, of course, there are. In fact, on this website they recommend several of them, including cheese-france.com and fromages.com. But, for the following reasons, I love this one:
1. First of all, there is good information about every cheese from every region of France. You look a cheese up by either name or style and then you click on "Learn More." There is information about it's history, how it is made and how long it is aged, what wine to pair it with, etc..
3. Thirdly, when you look up the cheeses, you can actually hear how the names are pronounced. Yes, a voice pronounces the name of each cheese if you choose to hear it. How cool is that?
5. There is a "Where To Buy" feature where you enter your zip code, and all the stores in your area that sell French cheeses are listed. This includes most of the major supermarkets, which you already knew about, but there are also some surprises. If there isn't a single place in your area, they give you on-line options.
6. In some markets, there is a blackboard on the home page where you can click to enter a sweepstakes and win a gourmet dinner for two. All you do is click on the blackboard and you will be asked to name your 3 favorite cheeses (not necessarily French). You enter your contact info and you are entered in the sweepstakes to win a gourmet dinner for two.
7. When you click on the "What's Happening" sign, you can find out when and where there are free tastings going on in your area. (I was surprised to discover that the Big Y here in our small town is doing a tasting.)
8. Most importantly, that hanging sign (on the left side) sways in the breeze when you click on it. (I can't actually explain why this excites me as much as it does, but I am absolutely delighted by it.) Let me know if you love this website as much as I do . . .
4 comments:
- Chez Loulou said...
I was very excited to see this website when I first heard about it. Unfortunately I was greatly disappointed and found it desperately lacking.
The site only lists 32 cheeses!
Actually there are close to 500 cheeses in France, and over 40 that have gained AOC status. I realize that they aren't all available in the States, where this site is aimed at, but I think the website has seriously "dumbed down" French cheese.
- July 19, 2010 at 8:40 AM
- Jeri said...
Chez Loulou,
I see your point. Maybe they should note that on their site and explain what the criteria are for selection. Thanks for your comment.
- July 19, 2010 at 11:05 AM
- Jan and Colleen Robison said...
I just made my 1st batch of the 30 minute mozzarella! It was amazing! My 9 year old son loved it and I am demonstrating it tomorrow for a group of gardening friends. Thanks!
- July 19, 2010 at 11:14 PM
- deborah said...
I agree with Jeri--I think the website is user friendly and fun and provides great information about French cheeses. I found learning about what region each cheese comes from interesting!
- July 21, 2010 at 10:25 PM


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One of Shakespeare's more controversial quotes involves a simple legal maneuver: "The first thing we do, let's kill all the lawyers" (Henry VI). The thing is, we don't run into a lot of car enthusiasts who are fans of Bill Shakespeare (Kill Bill might be more up their alley). Besides, some of our best friends are barristers, and we just came across one really sharp-eyed legal eagle by the name of Steven Young, the owner of the supercharged '08 Z06 shown here (plus a slew of other Vettes). He happens to be the corporate attorney for Magnuson Products, the maker of the car's high-tech windmill, and also is Chairman of the Board at the Petersen Automotive Museum, and a member of the National Corvette Museum.
Young's gigs actually sound like pretty good work-if you can get it. And anybody who has the moxie to bolt a blower on an LS7 is OK in our book. Having driven Young's righteous piece of machinery, we're frankly thinking of enrolling in law school. (On second thought, maybe we'll just watch a rerun of Legally Blonde instead.)
But we digress. A lot. Let's focus on the nuts and bolts of this setup. Magnuson has long employed the tried-and-true Roots-type supercharger, using rotors supplied by the Eaton Corporation. Originally designed in 1860 by the Roots brothers as an air pump with meshing lobes for use in blast furnaces, it eventually found its way onto an engine designed by Gottlieb Daimler in 1900.
"Alas, poor Yorick..." Hamlet, Act 5, Scene 1
That early configuration, though, is about as antiquated as the skull of Yorick unearthed by those two clowns in Hamlet. (By the way, Hamlet never said, ". . . I knew him well.")
Today's version has been substantially refined by Eaton in a number of significant ways, such as using four-lobe rotors on the TVS (Twin Vortices Series) Supercharger, among other changes. It also has a new twist-literally.
These twin four-lobe rotors now have a 160-degree helix shape (roughly similar to a DNA strand). The higher helix angle, along with improved geometry for the inlet and outlet ports, reduces pressure variations, resulting in a smoother discharge of air for higher efficiency over traditional Roots superchargers. With helical rotors and an axial inlet, the Magnuson supercharger can spin up to 14,000 rpm, thus reducing package size.
Another change is in the actual surface material of the rotors, called APC (Abradable Powder Coating), which both looks and feels like extra-fine, wet-or-dry black sandpaper.
"It's a self-honing coating to keep clearances at minimum," explains Magnuson's Bob Roese. This allows the rotor to "wear in" for improved sealing. In addition to these upgrades to the innards of the blower case, the intake ports have been enlarged and a "blowhole" added in the rotor configuration to reduce noise. Moreover, Magnuson adds its own special recipe of components to optimize Eaton's air pump for a particular automotive application.
"Eye of newt, and toe of frog..." Macbeth, Act 4, Scene 1
No witches' brew of arcane performance parts is needed here, though. It all comes down to a few essential items: a blower case, a custom intake manifold, bigger injectors, an intercooler, and a software modification in the engine computer. And one more thing: the whole shebang needs a slightly taller hood, in this case courtesy of RK Sport. Not counting the painting and swapping out of the hood, installation takes at least a day and a half, depending on your skill level (or your mechanic's).
The injectors are 60-lb/hr units, the same as on the ZR1 LS9. The performance software, provided by SCT, changes the injector pulse widths to compensate for the larger injectors, scales them for the addition of the boost when the bypass closes, and alters the timing maps to compensate for the additional air.