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March 27, 2015
By: Five Star Alliance
At 3100 square feet, the Onyx room is the largest of the event spaces at Park Hyatt New York.
The impressive meeting space features 28' of back lit white, Italian onyx rising from floor to ceiling,
and incorporates custom lighting schemes for dramatic effect. The 1,300 square foot Foyer has washed
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Sunday Screenings at The Tribeca Grand Hotel
March 26, 2015
By: Five Star Alliance
Guests at the Tribeca Grand Hotel can go to the movie theater without ever leaving the hotel. The hotel's private screening room offers roomy plush leather seating, state-of-the-art projection, and digital surround sound.
On Sundays the Tribeca Grand hosts free weekly screenings of cult classics and buzzworthy television shows including Mad Men, True Blood, and Boardwalk Empire, open to guests of the hotel and New York locals. It's first come first serve, so arrive early to avoid disappointment.
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Your Questions Answered: What Newport, RI Luxury Hotel Offers Unusual Activities?
March 26, 2015
By: Betsy LeTourneau
We at Five Star Alliance work tirelessly to ensure we bring you the best luxury hotels selection and information regarding amenities, location, and highlights so you are confident that the hotel you choose will exceed your expectations and serve your needs. Sometimes, however, you are left with a few questions that go unanswered, and thats why we're here.
QUESTION: We are looking for someplace in or near Newport, RI that offers something different as a hotel activity. Where do you recommend?
ANSWER: The Vanderbilt Grace, formerly Vanderbilt Hall, is an historic boutique hotel in Rhode Island just minutes from the delightful waterfront of Newport, and is one of the town's best kept secrets. Originally built by Alfred Gwynne Vanderbilt, a scion of the wealthy Vanderbilt family, the 1909 property is a vintage Newport mansion that has been restored to its former glory and is one of the few private homes of the era to operate for guests as a fully functioning and top luxury hotel in Rhode Island.
Today, as The Vanderbilt Grace, the mansion comprises a luxurious hotel with 33 rooms and luxury suites in Newport Rhode Island, a sumptuous spa and fitness center with indoor and outdoor pools. The hotel features two restaurants including Muse, a fine dining restaurant created by renowned New England chef, Jonathan Cartwright, where the best local ingredients are on offer in imaginative menus which change throughout the year.
For Your Activity, We Suggest:
Vanderbilt Private Cooking Classes
Tap into your culinary prowess with the hotel's chefs as they impart their experiences and techniques to prepare the perfect meal chosen by you. Thecooking classes can be extremely flexible depending on what you wish to taste and experience, the size of your group, the seasonality and local produce available. There are also various dining options available. For example, guests can take a private fishing trip to catch local lobster. Once back on dry land you will work hand in hand with the chefs to prepare your catch to your very own tastes.
This is an ideal experience for the whole family and you can immerse yourselves in local produce and classic New England cooking.
Duration: from 2 to 4 hours
Price: from $100 per person
Cooking experiences dependent on seasonality.
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Cool Pools: King George
Book the Penthouse Suite at King George and you can enjoy this private pool with a view of the Acropolis.
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Did You Know? Hotel Le Bristol Paris
Two of the most elegant residents of Hotel Le Bristol Paris are the renowned Burmese cats Fa-Raon and his ladyfriend
Kleopatre. Curious Fa-Raon is the one member of Le Bristol Paris family who is entirely indifferent to the impression he
makes, with aloof self-confidence, he refuses to meet the schedules of journalists or photographers,but affectionate and
playful Kleopatre won him over immediately.
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Maison La Minervetta sits in an unique position on the seacliff overlooking Marina Grande,
and facing the entire Gulf of Naples with Vulcano Vesuvio, just minutes away from the centre of Sorrento.
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St Regis Monarch Beach Resort features three swimming pools, including the Main Pool (pictured),
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Your Questions Answered: What Atlanta Resort Would You Recommend for a Romantic Weekend?
March 23, 2015
By: Betsy LeTourneau
We at Five Star Alliance work tirelessly to ensure we bring you the best luxury hotels selection and information regarding amenities, location, and highlights so you are confident that the hotel you choose will exceed your expectations and serve your needs. Sometimes, however, you are left with a few questions that go unanswered, and that's why we're here. Be sure to explore our blog series Your Questions Answered to find answers to real questions submitted to us by our clients regarding traveling with kids, pets, the best beach hotels, and much more.
QUESTION: What Atlanta area resort would you recommend for a romantic weekend?
ANSWER: Chateau Elan Winery and Resort Braselton, GA
Within the sweeping panorama of the north Georgia foothills, just 40 minutes north of Atlanta but a world away from the bustling city is Chateau Elan. Here on 3,500 acres, French provincial and Southern hospitality combine to produce a superb leisure resort and conference destination. The Inn's charm can be attributed not only to its architectural authenticity but also to the approachable and enthusiastic service-oriented staff. The exterior design, with its pitch roof, wrought-iron detail and cornice moldings, captures the feeling of a French country estate. In the lobby and throughout the elegant guest rooms, a pastel color scheme, window shutters and country French furnishings enrich the look. Dining at Chateau Elan, enhanced with the bounty of the award winning vineyards, is a heady attraction for anyone's tastes. Choices and settings span classic French dining at Le Clos, casual bistro style foods at Cafe Elan, sumptuous buffet and a la carte fare at Versailles, and the spirited ambience of Paddy's Irish Pub. All guaranteed to send taste buds soaring.
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Cool Pools: Hotel Le Crystal
March 23, 2015
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- Wooden terrace
- Stunning views of downtown Montreal
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March 22, 2015
By: Five Star Alliance
Cheval Blanc Saint-Barth offers Beach Suites that open directly on to Flamands Bay. These sumptuous
yet laid-back suites offer a unique seaside living experience. With a generous bathroom and an independent
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The Indianapolis Colts have struggled in the middle of their defensive line, both against the run and in putting pressure on the quarterback by limiting the pocket. The return to practice of rookie fifth round pick Josh Chapman could bring some welcome relief to a position beset by injuries. At 6'0" and 316 pounds, Chapman has the physical stature of the prototypical 304 nose tackle. In the mold of Pittsburgh's Casey Hampton and Baltimore's Haloti Ngata, the Colts have high hopes that Chapman can anchor the defensive line for years to come. Chapman was drafted out of Alabama this year and slid to the fifth round because he was coming off knee surgery performed after last season's title run for the Crimson Tide. Chapman played with a torn ACL and meniscus from Oct. 1 onward save for one game where he sat out. His ability to disrupt opposing offenses by clogging the middle and collapsing the pocket was a major reason for Alabama's success. Chapman was part of two national championship teams at Alabama and was part of a unit that led the nation in total defense last season. Antonio Johnson has been anchoring the nose tackle position, but his main backup, Martin Tevaseu, has been sidelined with injuries forcing the Colts to bring in Antonio Dixon to spell Johnson. Other injuries to Cory Redding and Fili Moala have affected both the depth and effectiveness of the defensive line. If the Colts could get more consistent play from that group, it would free up their linebacking corps to make more explosive plays. The Colts will have up to three weeks from today to elevate Chapman to the 53-man active roster or he will remain on the Reserve/Non-Football Injury List for the rest of the season. Check out other great articles at Sports Media 101. var switchTo5x=true; stLight.options({publisher:''});
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Shoreline Energy Corp. Announces Third Quarter 2012 Financial and Operating Results
Wednesday, November 14, 2012
Shoreline Energy Corp. Announces Third Quarter 2012 Financial and Operating Results16:48 EST Wednesday, November 14, 2012CALGARY, ALBERTA--(Marketwire - Nov. 14, 2012) - Shoreline Energy Corp. ("Shoreline" or the "Company") (TSX:SEQ) announced today its third quarter 2012 financial and operating results. A complete copy of the Company's financial statements along with management's discussion and analysis may be obtained at www.sedar.com or on the Company's website at www.shorelineenergy.ca.Third Quarter Financial and Operating Highlights The Company closed its offering of convertible debentures for net proceeds of $15.6 million. Sales volumes for the third quarter of 2012 averaged 1,660 boe/d compared to 895 boe/d for the third quarter of 2011. Q3 Oil and NGL production of 413 bbls/d has grown 127% from 182 bbls/d in the same quarter last year. Funds from operations increased to $1.0 million or $0.17 per share for the third quarter of 2012 compared to $0.6 million of $0.16 per share for the third quarter of 2011. Capital expenditures for Q3 2012 totaled $4.2 million (2 gross, 1.45 net oil wells). Oil and natural gas liquids ("NGL") production increased by about 5% in comparison to the three months ended June 30, 2012. Consistent with its corporate policy of protecting cash flow and to improve dividend coverage, the Company has entered into fixed price gas contracts for 2012 and 2013 representing 60% and 40% of its current production respectively. Bank line increased from $20 million to $22 million effective October 31, 2012. Canadian exploration expense ("CEE") obligations from our flow through financing in 2011 are anticipated to be fully discharged by December 31, 2012. Financial SummaryThree months ended September 30,Nine months ended September 30,20122011Change20122011Change(in thousand dollars except as otherwise indicated)FinancialRevenue, before royalties and financial instruments4,5822,92856%13,4404,554195%Funds from operations198160263%3,178966229%Basic & diluted ($/ common share)0.170.166%0.560.4427%Net loss-640-320100%-2,325-795192%Basic & diluted ($/common share)2-0.11-0.0838%-0.41-0.3711%Capital expenditures (excluding acquisitions)4,1821,241237%11,7201,808548%Net acquisitions--648100%-27,449100%Total assets75,77239,62291%75,77239,62291%Bank debt3,257-NA3,257-NAWorking capital (deficiency)-6,5706,171-206%-6,5706,171-206%Shareholders' equity31,55832,638-3%31,55832,638-3%Weighted average common shares outstandingBasic & diluted5,6603,83048%5,6532,169161%OperatingProductionOil & NGL's (bbls/d)413182127%397160148%Gas (mcf/d)7,4814,27675%7,6154,15983%Combined (boe/d)31,66089585%1,66685395%Average realized pricesOil ($/bbl)78.0387.19-11%81.3983.82-3%Gas ($/mcf)2.213.59-38%2.033.73-46%Operating netbacks ($/ boe)1Oil & gas revenue30.0035.56-16%29.5534.89-15%Realized gain on derivative financial instruments1.17-NA0.74-NARoyalties-2.25-5.98-62%-2.00-5.39-63%Operating expenses-13.46-13.023%-13.67-13.094%Transport expenses-1.30-0.9734%-1.23-1.30-5%Operating netback14.1615.59-9%13.3915.10-11%Drilling activityTotal wells21100%51400%Working interest wells1.40.5180%3.70.5640%These terms are not IFRS measures and do not have standardized meanings prescribed by IFRS. Management believes that in addition to net income (loss), funds from operation and operating netback are useful supplemental measures as they demonstrate the Company's ability to generate the cash necessary to fund future growth through capital investment, fund dividend payments and/or repay debt in future periods. Investors are cautioned, however, that these measures should not be construed as an alternative to net income (loss) determined in accordance with IFRS as an indication of the Company's performance.The effect of outstanding options and warrants on loss per share for the three and six month periods ended June 30, 2012 and 2011 is anti-dilutive.Boe means barrels of oil equivalent. Boe may be misleading, particularly is used in isolation. A boe conversion rate of 1 boe: 6 mcf is based on an energy equivalency conversion method primarily applicable at the burner tip and does not represent a value equivalency at the wellhead.Investor InformationShoreline is a Calgary, Alberta based corporation engaged in the exploration, development and production of petroleum and natural gas. Shoreline offers investors a combination of value growth via lower risk development of additional oil reserves and production on its current lands and pays a quarterly dividend. Shoreline has 5,664,679 common shares outstanding. The Company's common shares are currently listed on the TSX under the trading symbol "SEQ" and its debentures under the trading symbol "SEQ.DB". Additional information regarding Shoreline is available under the Company's profile at www.sedar.com or at the Corporation's website, www.shorelineenergy.ca.Forward-Looking and Cautionary StatementsThis news release contains forward-looking statements relating to the Corporation's plans and other aspects of the Corporation's anticipated future operations, strategies, financial and operating results and business opportunities. These forward-looking statements may include opinions, assumptions, estimates, management's assessment of value, reserves, future plans and operations. Forward-looking statements typically use words such as "will," "anticipate," "believe," "estimate," "expect," "intend," "may," "project," "should," "plan," and similar expressions suggesting future outcomes, and include statements that actions, events or conditions "may," "would," "could," or "will" be taken or occur in the future. The forward-looking statements are based on various assumptions including expectations regarding the success of current or future drill wells; the outlook for petroleum and natural gas prices; estimated amounts and timing of capital expenditures; estimates of future production; assumptions concerning the timing of regulatory approvals; the state of the economy and the exploration and production business; results of operations; business prospects and opportunities; future exchange and interest rates; the Corporation's ability to obtain equipment in a timely manner to carry out development activities; and the ability of the Corporation to access capital and credit. While the Corporation considers these assumptions to be reasonable based on information currently available to it, they may prove to be incorrect.Forward-looking statements are subject to a wide range of assumptions, known and unknown risks and uncertainties and other factors that contribute to the possibility that the predicted outcome will not occur, including, without limitation: risks associated with oil and gas exploration, development, exploitation, production, marketing and transportation; loss of markets; volatility of commodities prices; currency fluctuations; imprecision of reserves estimates; environmental risks; competition from other producers; inability to retain drilling rigs and other services; incorrect assessment of the value of acquisitions; failure to realize the anticipated benefits of acquisitions; general economic conditions; delays resulting from or inability to obtain required regulatory approvals and to satisfy various closing conditions; and ability to access sufficient capital from internal and external sources. Readers are cautioned that the foregoing list of factors is not exhaustive. Although Shoreline believes that the expectations represented by such forward-looking statements are reasonable, there can be no assurance that such expectations will be realized. As a consequence, actual results may differ materially from those anticipated in the forward-looking statements and you should not rely unduly on forward-looking statements. The forward-looking statements contained in this news release are made as of the date of this news release. Except as required by applicable law, Shoreline does not undertake any obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements.Note Regarding BOEsThe term barrel of oil equivalent ("boe") may be misleading, particularly if used in isolation. A conversion ratio for gas of 6 mcf:1 boe is based on an energy equivalency conversion method primarily applicable at the burner tip and does not represent a value equivalency at the wellhead. Given that the value ratio based on the current price of crude oil as compared to natural gas is significantly equivalency conversion ratio of 6:1, utilizing a conversion on a 6:1 basis is misleading as an indication of value.FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT: Contact Information: Shoreline Energy Corp.Mr. Trevor FolkChief Executive Officer(403) firstname.lastname@example.com Energy Corp.Mr. Kevin StromquistPresident & Chief Operating Officer(403) email@example.com OfficeSuite 400, 209-8th Ave SWCalgary, Alberta, T2P 1B8(403) 767-9066www.shorelineenergy.ca


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Tyler Seguin – The Stars' game-breaker scored another pair of goals in a 3-2 win over Edmonton, giving him 10 goals in the last nine games, and a league-leading 17 goals on the season.
Since arriving in Dallas last season, Seguin ranks third in the league with 52 goals and is tied for second with 110 points in 101 games and he does a lot of his damage at even strength, with 38 of his goals coming at even strength (tied for second) and Seguin and linemate Jamie Benn are among the league's most efficient even-strength scorers.
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Video- Jason Demers With The Hit Of The Night
by Paul on 11/22/14 at 10:59 PM ET
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Old-fashioned hip check by Demers on Jarret Stoll.
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Dallas Stars Trade Brenden Dillon To San Jose For Jason Demers And A 3rd Round Pick
by Paul on 11/21/14 at 04:27 PM ET
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from Mike Heika of the Dallas Morning News,
The Stars continued to shake up their defense Friday, sending Brenden Dillon to San Jose for Jason Demers and a third round draft pick, according to an NHL source.
Dallas already traded Sergei Gonchar to Montreal last week and lost Kevin Connauton to Columbus on waivers this week, so this makes the third defenseman to leave in the first two months of the season.
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Four-Year Extension For Jason Spezza In Dallas
by Paul on 11/21/14 at 11:55 AM ET
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from the Dallas Stars,
Dallas Stars General Manager Jim Nill announced today that the team has signed center Jason Spezza to a four-year contract extension. Per club policy, terms of the deal were not disclosed.
Spezza, 31, has posted 18 points (4-14=18) in 20 games played during his first season as a Dallas Star. His 14 assists are tied for ninth in the League and first on the Stars. On Nov. 8 vs. San Jose, he appeared in his 700th career NHL game and recorded career point number 700. He became just the second player to do that, joining Ilya Kovalchuk who was selected first overall in Spezza's 2001 NHL Draft class. In 706 career regular season games, he has posted 705 points (255-450=705).
"Jason is a world-class player and his commitment to the organization is a reflection of what we are building in Dallas," said Nill. "The professionalism and production he brings to our group is key for our success moving forward and we value the leadership he brings to our team."
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After Losing At Home To The Carolina Hurricanes, The Dallas Stars Home Record is 1-5-4
by Paul on 11/19/14 at 09:03 AM ET
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Head coach Lindy Ruff post-game from Mike Heika of the Dallas Morning News,
"This is the biggest test I've ever been through. I don't think I've ever gone through anything like this in the home building. We drew up a little bit of a different game plan. I thought if I got Eakin, Seguin and Benn out against some certain individuals that we could get them on the board and get them going. You get one thing going and another goes sideways. We've had great games here where we just couldn't get that big save to win the game. You also need one less big mistake at certain times."
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Communication Is Key In Dallas
by Paul on 11/13/14 at 09:55 AM ET
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from Mike Heika of the Dallas Morning News,
The Stars have six players on the roster (and several more in the minors) for whom English is a second language. They are at varying stages of development — as players and as linguists. Valeri Nichushkin is trying to grasp English and struggles to speak it. Kari Lehtonen now uses English as his primary language, and has changed how his brain works.
"When I first came into the league, I would have to translate in my head and change everything back to Finnish," said the 30-year-old goalie from Helsinki, Finland. "Now, I think in English most of the time when I'm around people speaking English."
Such processing is complicated for players, who have to soak up instruction in practice, communicate on the bench during games and then ultimately deal with teammates while play is racing around them on the ice. It's something that can make or break a team.
"It's on the coaches to make sure they understand, and so we try a lot of different things," Ruff said. "You use video or translators or teammates to get the message across."
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Mike Modano- From Goal Scorer To Complete Player Now To The Hockey Hall Of Fame
by Paul on 11/11/14 at 06:03 PM ET
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from Scott Burnside of ESPN,
Modano went from being a player looking for space to one willing to fight for that space, Hitchcock said.
"I saw that evolution," he said.
It was not an easy transformation. Modano recalled having the conversations with Hitchcock and his coaching staff -- including defensive genius Doug Jarvis, Rick Wilson and perhaps the greatest defensive player of all time in Bob Gainey, who at the time was the Stars' GM.
Maybe "conversation" isn't the right term. Maybe "browbeating sessions" would be more accurate. What they were saying to Modano seemed counterintuitive to how he'd played his whole career, his whole raison d'etre, if you will.
"Bob and I talked about this until we were blue in the face," Modano said. "He would say, 'Mike, you can't play the way you're playing and expect to win and be consistent and be what we want you to be,' I really was unsure of what he was saying."
Finally, though, it wasn't so much of an epiphany as a beatdown that led to Modano's buying in.
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Montreal Trades Travis Moen To Dallas For Sergei Gonchar
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MONTREAL (November 11, 2014) – Montreal Canadiens general manager Marc Bergevin announced today the acquisition of defenseman Sergei Gonchar from the Dallas Stars, in return for forward Travis Moen.
Gonchar, 40, recorded one assist in three games thus far with the Stars in 2014-15, averaging 13:01 of ice time per game. He missed the first 11 games of the season with a foot injury.
Since he first joined the NHL back in 1994-95, Gonchar has recorded a total of 798 points (219 goals, 579 assists) in 1,256 regular season games. He scored 102 goals on the powerplay, two while shorthanded and 35 winning tallies. The 6' 2'' and 210 lbs forward also served 965 penalty minutes and displays a +26 plus/minus differential.
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Lindy Ruff Addresses Some Issues After Practice Today
by Paul on 11/10/14 at 06:04 PM ET
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from Mike Heika of the Dallas Morning News,
The Stars practiced in Frisco today, and then got on a plane and flew to Phoenix to get ready for Tuesday's game against the Coyotes. Here's Lindy Ruff with the media:
On goaltending.. We've had a tough time and I don't think I can hide from that. I don't think our goalies can hide from it. We've needed that big save. Sometimes it's not even a big save. It's a tough one that goes in that hurts your club. We've seen it where all of a sudden their goalie catches fire and it breathes a lot of confidence into the team too. I know our goalies can get it done.
I think Kari, it was a good rest for him. I think that he's the guy that has to take the leadership and grab the ball and run and be ready to go with it. And it'll start there because as soon as you get that confidence back there, then that one mistake you're making isn't something that's going to hurt you."
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Antoine Roussel Fined For Sucker Punch
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A purposely inflammatory film, "Innocence of Muslims," sparked protests across the Muslim world recently. In the chaos an affiliate of the terrorist organization al-Qaeda is believed to have launched the attack in Libya that killed an American diplomat and three other embassy staffers (it should be noted that many Libyans apologized for the attack and rejected the violence done in their name). As for the film, it's becoming increasingly clear that the actors were duped into performing for it, an … [Read more...]
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Back in June I wrote about how a initiative in Washington state on the issue of same-sex marriage could see the first real test of a post-Christian majority at the ballot box. More than half of Washington's citizens don't belong to any formal religion, becoming part of the demographic known as "nones," and these "unchurched" have increasingly gotten more and more attention as their numbers swell. In addition, nones in the Pacific Northwest have their own special character according to the … [Read more...]
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On Tuesday, Rob Gronkowski will undergo back surgery, his seventh time going under the knife and second procedure on his worrisome back. The Patriots have been tight-lipped regarding his recovery -- and not by choice. Appearing on SportsCenter Monday, ESPN's Ed Werder reported that the Pats legitimately have no idea when the All-Pro tight end will return. "The fact is the Patriots really don't know when he's gonna come back," Werder said, via Rotoworld. With Gronkowski's future uncertain, Patriots coach Bill Belichick has put together "many contingencies," including carrying seven tight-ends on the 90-man roster. Belichick and Co. will have a better idea of Gronk's timetable after Tuesday; he's widely expected to be sidelined 12 weeks, putting his Week 1 status in serious jeopardy. Knowing Belichick, it wouldn't be surprising to see Gronk end up on the PUP list, missing the first regular season games. Of course, this is all assuming Gronkowski doesn't suffer any additi...
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"As an innovator in providing a next generation storage memory platform for shared data decentralization, Fusion-io's listing is a natural fit and complimentary to the world's leading marketplace for technology-based companies," said Scott R. Cutler, Co-Head of U.S. Listings and Cash Execution, NYSE Euronext. "We congratulate Fusion-io on the successful completion of its IPO and look forward to a strong and beneficial partnership with the company and its shareholders."
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Globally, it is estimated that as many as 300 million people suffer from and cope with asthma every day. While in the U.S. asthma affects about 8% of the population, asthma is a larger issue that recognizes no boundaries. (You can at least give credit to asthma for being and equal opportunity offender... thanks asthma.)
While the exact cause of asthma is still unknown and a cure seems to be some time away, asthma is a condition that can be successfully managed. Severity ranges from mild forms with occasional flare ups and specific circumstance asthma (like exercise or cold induced asthma) to more severe forms that pose potentially life threatening problems for those affected.
Management can also vary with severity, but one of the most effective treatment for long term asthma are inhaled corticosteroids. This type of medication suppresses inflammation by desensitizing the airways and suppressing the immune system's overreaction to often times harmless substances.
Beyond medication, avoiding triggers (tobacco smoke, pollen, mold, etc.), keeping track of unseen dangers like ground level ozone, learning to recognize the symptoms of an asthma attack or properly use a spacers or nebulizers, and having a plan in place for coping with them are all pieces to this puzzle. Air quality is of key concern, as both poor indoor or outdoor air quality are often prime causes of asthma attacks.
Particularly for children but even for adults, the inability to breathe from an asthma attack can be a terrifying experience. Education and planning are key to avoiding and effectively dealing with asthma. So, whether it's and asthma run/walk, reading new literature, attending a conference/symposium, training for educators, or even the opening of a new asthma clinic, there are a variety of events scheduled to help raise awareness of asthma this month. From here in the U.S. to Peru, France to India, and Croatia to Egypt, around the globe events are scheduled to better connect people with the resources they need to better reduce the impact of asthma and breathe a little easier.
As a side note, while reading up on this, I found some disparity between May 5th and May 6th. Here in the U.S. the National Institute of Health is calling May 6th Asthma Awareness day, while globally, it is more commonly recognized as May 5th. Regardless, many clinics, organizations, and advocacy groups have events planned all month long, and organizations like the CDC, NIH, and others have information available online, whenever you need it.
Author: K. Gilmore
World Asthma Day is an annual awareness-raising event organized and sponsored by the Global Initiative for Asthma (GINA). For more information please visit http://www.ginasthma.org/World-Asthma-Day
What are some hidden sources of allergens that I may be overlooking in my home?- submitted by Stephanie C.
Potted Plants can be a nice touch to the home. Unfortunately, they have the potential to become a breeding ground for mold. Standing water and decaying leaves are the primary sources. Frequent pruning as well as plastic pot liners (kept dry and clean) will help decrease the likelihood of mold growth. Finally, an artificial plant may be a wise alternative.
Rugs and Drapes can be a haven for animal dander and dust mites. The dust mite thrives in dark, warm and humid areas and feast on the shed scales of human skin. The optimum solution is for the removal of the carpet and replacing drapes with mini-blinds. This allows for fewer hidden allergens and an easier surfaces to clean. In situations where this is not feasible, frequent vacuuming (2-3x/wk) with a HEPA filtered vacuum and controlling humidity (35-40%) will decrease both dust mite and indoor mold.
Bedding and stuffed animals are also significant reservoirs for dust mites and animal dander. Encasing the mattress and pillow has proven to be one of the most important maneuvers in reducing indoor allergen exposure.
Washing your bedding in hot water and minimizing the number of stuffed animals is also a must. Washing stuffed animals in hot water or freezing them has proven effective as well.
Air conditioner/central air ducts are also a source of hidden allergens. Having your ducts cleaned every 3-4 years is the current recommendation. Placing air vent filters has shown to be very effective in minimizing the circulation of indoor allergens throughout the home.
What are some tips about how to clean properly/more thoroughly?- submitted by Stephanie C.
Cleaning without providing proper allergen barriers for yourself is a common mistake. Often allergy symptoms can be delayed to the cleaner and you do not realize the impact until its too late.
Wearing a dust mask, gloves, and goggles particularly with the heavier cleaning, is a good idea. Showering immediately after cleaning is also helpful.
The old-time feather duster should not be used in cleaning as this simply relocates and stirs up dust. Obviously this can be provoking to the allergy sufferer.
Cleaning/dusting should be done with a damp cloth or rag or microfiber/electrostatic cloth to better capture allergens.
Use of an older "low efficiency" vacuum can be a provoker of indoor allergies and asthma attacks. While these vacuums are adequate in picking up dust bunnies and visible debris, it does little to remove the common allergenic particles which are too small for this vacuum to capture. What happens? The vacuum essentially shoots allergens into the air.
Fortunately, most newer vacuums have HEPA (high efficiency particulate air) filters which capture allergens such as dust mite, mold, and pet dander.
At this point, I think it's important to bring up a broader issue when it comes to cleaning inside your home. Most of us have traditionally taken the approach that if it looks clean then it is clean. For many people that approach is fine, but anyone dealing with allergies, asthma, COPD, or a compromised immune system, appearances can be deceiving. Instead, it is far better to clean for your health not for appearances. This means keeping in mind some of the tips Dr. Mardiney outlined above as well as taking note of what you are actually use to clean (types of cleaners, cleaning devices, etc.). It also means adjusting your mindset to consider that even though a floor or kitchen countertop may look clean, it could be chalked full of microscopic allergens or bacteria/viruses.
Author: K. Gilmore
For nearly 100 years Miele has been designing and building quality vacuum cleaners. Here at AchooAllergy, Miele has been a brand of vacuum cleaner that we highly recommend. Their emphasis on air filtration, keeping your indoor air clean while you vacuum, is critical for people concerned with allergies, asthma or indoor air quality in general. Traditional vacuum cleaners can remove visible dirt but can release millions of particles back into the air. They can literally take allergens and particulate that had previously settled out of the air and onto the floor and disperse them back into the air you breathe. Unfortunately, even HEPA vacuum cleaners can be guilty of this.
Miele takes air quality a step further. Not only do they independently test their products, but with a HEPA filter, they include the use of a 9-ply filter bag, a pre-motor, and a sealed system (on most vacs) to not only completely clean the air as it passes through the vacuum but ensure that dirty and clean air do not mix or leak. Sealed system Miele vacuums, equipped with their H13 HEPA remove allergens like mold spores, dander, dust mite allergen and dust from the floor and from the air you breathe - the perfect allergy vacuum.
This is all in addition to Miele's superior cleaning ability, high quality and unparalleled durability. The Vortex motor creates powerful, concentrated suction to remove not only the dirt, hair and soil you can see but also capture the microparticles that you can't. A range of included accessories (even more than usual if you are considering their HomeCare line) and attachments make Miele vacuums some of the most versatile cleaning machines you can own. In addition to all of this is the knowledge that Miele's are built to last twenty years!
So if you were considering purchasing one of the most advanced, durable and effective vacuum cleaners on the market, now is the time to buy. In addition to free express delivery (next day or two day delivery of nearly all Miele vacs) you will also receive TWO FREE BOXES of FILTERBAGS. That's a year's worth of bags, nearly a $40 value, free!
Author: Kevin Gilmore
Miele Onyx - First on our list in the Miele Onyx. Most people who are considering the Onyx find that it is perfectly suited for home with mostly smooth floors with some low to medium pile carpet and rugs. Quiet, powerful and economical, the Onyx is an easy choice for most.
Miele Callisto - An old mainstay, the Callisto is the most awarded Miele vacuum cleaner in history. Consistently ranking well in consumer reporting surveys, recipient of numerous Best Buy awards, the Callisto is a balanced HEPA vacuum cleaner that fits the cleaning needs of almost any home. Though it is retiring, the Kona is a direct replacement model. Though a new model, the Kona's features, price, and performance are all almost identical to the Callisto.
Miele Quickstep - Compact, lightweight and priced right, the Quickstep has been THE choice when it comes to having a second vacuum for the kitchen or laundry area. The slim design, ability to assemble and reassemble the handle, wand and body allow the Quickstep to go from an upright to handheld in seconds. Small apartment and loft dwellers love this compact vacuum.
Miele Alize - Though only available for a few months, the Alize has quickly become a very popular vacuum. Completely unique features like the sound-reducing DynamicDrive casters and Integrated Spotlight set the Alize apart while these features and the included floor tool makes this an ideal vacuum for anyone with smooth floors and a desire to remove allergens in the home. (Just a note, the UniQ was a close second amongst all S8 models, though the Marin is QUICKLY gaining ground on both .)
Miele Twist - Miele is known for canister vacuums, but since the introduction of the S7 uprights, these vacuums have been making serious headway in terms of popularity. Powerful, almost self-propelled, durable and very maneuverable, the Twist provides the largest cleaning radius of any Miele vacuum, works well all types of carpet and smooth flooring, and is far quieter than any comparable upright.
Author: Kevin Gilmore
Spend One Day Cleaning Things You Normally Don't - This shouldn't take but a couple hours, but focus on things like washing your drapes or dusting areas that need it but rarely receive it (top of door frames, ceiling fans, ceiling corners that often get winter cobwebs, vents and registers, under furniture, etc.). Wipe down handles or knobs that get used every day but cleaned only rarely.
Check and Replace Filters - In many modern homes there are an increasing amount of air filters. From a furnace or air purifier to the water in your home, there can be a variety of filters that are often forgotten. Spending more time indoors can really take its toll on furnace filters, so replacing them is the natural starting place. From here, replace air purifier and vent filters, and don't forget to replace those water filters (whether they are above or below the sink, in your refrigerator or in your Brita). Being out of sight, filters are easy to forget.
If You're Going to Clean, Do It Right - We all clean our homes, but most often we simply clean for appearances - removing splatter on the countertops but not thinking about actually killing the germs that are likely forming plaques there; vacuuming up dirt tracking in on the carpet but forgetting that the most damaging particles to our lungs are the ones we cannot see; disinfecting the bathroom but ignoring the damage that harsh chemicals like ammonia and chlorine are going to your skin, eyes and lungs. We too often clean for appearances but fail when it comes to cleaning for our health. (Personally, I've had my best luck with the Vital Oxide Disinfectant. It's food safe, non-toxic and works on mold, mildew, and kills bacteria and viruses.)
Of course, it never hurts to cut down on the sugary drinks and potato chips or eliminate tobacco, but there are enough people out there harping about those things. Besides, my focus is on small, quick habits or ways you can improve the health of your home and how you feel when you're there. With little time and money you can help to make sure your home is healthier and that the air, water and surfaces inside it are healthier for you!
Author: K. Gilmore
Why Should I and How Do I Change My Furnace Filter?
Allergens and micro-particles can be a source of constant irritation at best and make some people absolutely miserable at worst. Most vacuum cleaners allow these particles to simply pass through the vacuum. This is probably the worst thing a vacuum can do for allergy and asthma sufferers - take allergens that have actually settled to the floor and redistribute them back into the air you breathe.
Most vacuums tout a HEPA filter, and while you can find a HEPA filter in just about any inexpensive vacuum, the quality is often poor at best. Even with more expensive brands and models that have a filter and sealed system, testing actually shows they fall far short of Miele's filtration standards.
Independent tests like the one above show that even some of the most expensive and well known HEPA vacuums can still come up short in terms of filtration. Though the Dyson model tested (DC25) did come the closest, each model failed to meet Miele's overall filtration standards and many actually delivered less than the HEPA standard of filtration for the most penetrating particle size (0.3 microns). The Riccar, Simplicity, and SEBO models that were tested, fared much worse, and with top models putting in this type of performance, can you imagine the air quality when using a less expensive import (think Shark, Eureka or Hoover)?
So in terms of filtering the air in your home while you vacuum, there really is no comparison. Miele delivers the best filtration of particles, from carbon dust and dirt to pollen and pet dander and everything in between. The self-sealing dustbag and HEPA filter make sure that these particles are trapped and removed from the air while making disposal easy and hygienic. For allergy and asthma sufferers or anyone concerned with improving indoor air quality, the right choice in a vacuum cleaner can make all the difference.
For full test results, visit Miele USA.
Author: Kevin Gilmore
With most homes sealed tightly to keep the cooling effects of air conditioning in, the air quality inside your home can quickly become as bad as the ground level ozone infused air outside the home. Dust, pollens, dander, residue from household cleaners, cooking fumes, and pet odor can accumulate quickly when the air in the home stagnates. Not cooking or cleaning, and getting rid of the pets is not likely to happen, but what you can do is invest in your health by using a high efficiency air purifier.
At this point, you can take a trip to your local big box and pick up an air purifier fairly cheaply, but if cheap is what you need, you may be better served by not purchasing at all. Not only is the quality of most cheap imported air purifiers questionable at best, but filtration is often less than adequate. No air purifier will do you much good if the materials are cheap and the workmanship is shoddy. For as much particle content as most cheap air purifiers allow to pass through their filters, you could likely get a box fan, strap a furnace filter to it and get about the same results.
Any air purifier worth it's price tag should have at least a few basic features: HEPA filter, sealed system, and some type of odor control filtration. The HEPA filter is the core of any air purifier, so look for models that have true HEPA filters (not HEPA-like or S-Class). You want something that is certified HEPA--traps 99.97% of all particles 0.3 microns or larger. This is key because this type of filtration has the range to remove dust particles, dust mite allergen, pollen, dander, mold spores and even most bactera.
Next make sure the unit has a sealed system. An air purifier lacking a sealed system is like closing the front door during winter, but leaving the window open and wondering why it's cold in your house. If air can escape or bypass the filter, it will. So look for models that mention a sealed system (usually use rubber or foam gaskets or are designed to interlock tightly enough to form an air tight seal).
Lastly, look for one that at least has an activated carbon pre-filter. Activated carbon remains the most efficient way to remove odors, like those from smoke, pets and cooking. Though activated carbon pre-filters generally only last three months or so, they are usually effective during that time. For heavy duty filtration, look for air cleaners that use granular activated carbon. Usually measured in pounds, this stuff lasts much longer than carbon pre-filters and provide better filtration.
So while the temps heat up and ozone increases, make sure your home is truly a refuge from the heat and pollution by using a high quality air purifier. Currently we have a couple promotions running on our most popular units. Purchase any IQAir Health Pro Plus air purifier and automatically be entered to win five years worth of replacement filters. If the HealthPro Plus is out of your budget, you may want to consider an Amaircare HEPA Air purifier. Both the 2500 and 3000 series models have true HEPA filtration and activated carbon filters, in addition to a sealed system. If you want better odor and chemical filtration, consider the model that comes with a VOC canister.
Whether it's for a home office, bar, bedroom or anything in between, we offer a wide variety of air purifiers to meet your air filtration needs.
Author: Kevin Gilmore
- Cleaners and Pesticides - Be aware that when you use chemical cleaners or bug sprays, that unintended byproduct can often be dirtier indoor air. Fumes from these often times harsh or toxic chemicals can quickly reduce indoor air quality. Limit their use or use more natural alternatives when possible.
- Smoking - Ok, this is a bit of a no-brainer. Smoking indoors not only pollutes the air, but the chemicals in tobacco smoke can cling to drapes, furniture and walls for years to come. If you're not going to quit, at least smoke outdoors, or if inside, limit it to a specific room where you have a decent exhaust system or filtration system installed.
- Furnace Filters - Furnace filters should be replaced every three months. If you have washable furnace filters please clean them regularly. Dirty or clogged furnace filters not only harm your blowers motor but they ineffective in controlling your indoor air quality.
- Exhaust Fans - You primarily need these in your kitchen and bathroom. Why? Often it is the kitchen (burnt food and cleaners) and bathroom (harsh cleaners) where indoor air quality can be at its worst. Exhausts fans help remove noxious odor and chemical fumes, so if you have them, use them!
- Maintain Your Heating/Cooling System - Not only can keeping this equipment running well cut your energy costs, but when it comes to IAQ, think of your heating and cooling system as the heart and lungs of your home. The central unit pushes and pulls air through the ducts throughout your home. Ensuring this is working properly ensures that air circulates properly and is filtered through your HVAC filter. Dust, dirt, allergens and other debris can settle in the vents and airways, and keeping them clean can not only improve IAQ but also keep the system running longer .
For years we have recommended that allergy, asthma and MCS sufferers invest in a quality HEPA vacuum cleaner that features a sealed system. The reason was because only this type of vacuum can truly remove allergens and the ultra fine particles in the air that can trigger asthma attacks or allergic reactions. Researchers in Australia recently published findings confirming what we have long recommended.
In testing 21 different types of vacuum cleaners, researchers concluded that the models tested allowed between 40,000 and 1.2 billion particles to pass completely through the vacuum. The size of the particles in this range was .5 to 20 microns, which means that in a typical household it could include common allergens like pollen, pet dander, and dust.
Some of the models tested include Dyson, Hoover, iRobot, and Sanyo. The ages of the vacuums tested also ranged from 6 months to 22 years old.
An article from WebMD highlighted this study, pointing out other practices and products we have recommended for allergy sufferers, including the use of HEPA filters, microfiber or electrostatic dust cloths and the removal of carpet.
While the testing did not cover a comprehensive sampling of models, there are a few important take aways. First, vacuuming with a traditional vacuum cleaner that lacks a sealed system or HEPA filter will NOT help to remove allergens and fine particles. Secondly, using a vacuum cleaner equipped with a HEPA filter can improve indoor air quality while cleaning your floors. Lastly, and most importantly, this study highlights the link between vacuuming and its relationship to indoor air quality in the home.
To read the Study's Abstract
There have been countless studies done on how certain issues like lack of sleep, and even problems at home, can affect children and their performance in school. More recently, individual states and cities have been taking this a step further and have examined the link between poor indoor air quality and increased instances of hospitalization due to asthma.
Studies like this are important for two reasons. First, they highlight how building maintenance and cleaning procedures (or lack thereof) can impact students vis-à-vis indoor air quality issues (IAQ). Secondly, they illustrate the link between increased instances of asthma and how this can affect students' academic performance.
In this New York State Department of Health study, even school districts with Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) programs in place found that there were still environmental allergy triggers and conditions present.
As some of the largest respiratory irritants, dust or dust reservoirs were reported in 99% of schools. Additionally, 84% reported mold or moisture issues, and nearly half (42%) reported possible exposure to diesel fumes and exhaust (usually from idling school buses).
A recent CNN article highlights that these conditions are often exacerbated by a poor economy. With today's slimmer budgets, renovation, upkeep, and the construction of new buildings are often an afterthought. Unfortunately, a possible consequence of this can be a slow but steady increase in the rates of allergies and asthma – both of which can negatively impact a child's educational experience.
These problems are not just confined to students. Surveys of some of the nation's largest school systems have shown as many as 30% of teachers reporting health issues or sickness related to the school environment.
With 7 million children currently diagnosed with asthma1 and approximately 8.5 million who have suffered from respiratory allergies in the last year, the impact of poor IAQ in our schools is no small matter.
Aside from dealing with these issues on an individual level, either with OTC antihistamines or non-pharmaceutical allergy relief methods, there are some excellent CDC resources as well as helpful tips and guides that can be useful in highlighting this situation and helping improve conditions in your local schools.1CDC Summary Health Statistics for U.S. Children – December 2011
Author: K. Gilmore


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1.Preheat oven at 360 degrees
2.Take a skillet and add beef.
3.Brown this over medium heat and add chopped onions and peppers.Drain excess liquid and set it aside.
4.Take a bowl and prepare jiffy corn bread mix according to the instructions given on the packet .
5.Add sugar and corn cream to the bowl and mix until well combined
6.Take a 9*13 dish and pour half of the corn bread mixture and spread evenly.
7.Then sprinkle all of the beef mixture and add sharp cheddar cheese on top of it ,finally pour the other half of the beef mixture .Spread evenly on the cheese.
8.Bake it in the oven for about 30 minutes.
9.Take out of the oven and serve


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1271 Tasting Notes
backlogged from last night. I put on my pjs, brewed this up at watched a few episodes of Poirot, which was a lovely evening.
I'm glad that I drank the last of this tea. Not an impresive tea at all, it hardly registers.
Well, its out of the cupboard, to make room for another tea!
Hmm. Nope. I am not overly impressed with this one. It might be my problem, and not the tea. I'm getting a little cinnamon, but no apple. Its not the cup of pie I was hoping for.
My reaction to nearly all teas that I'm on the fence with is "I will tinker!" and I play around with steep time an leaf amount, to try to find the proper steep. So I will play along with this tea, and see what comes of it.
What is this? What is it! I got this as a sample when I visted Lupicia last month, but its all in Japanese! And the website does not have it, that I can find.
It smells sort of like a hazelnut chocolate. Hmm. A pretty nice smell, too. And it tastes just a little bit like a hazelnut hot chocolate.
Does anyone know what this is? Its my only sample of it, so when I've sipped it, its gone. I'm curious.
I'm home for spring brake and I'm totally raiding my mom's tea pantry and she said that everything that has caffeine is mine!
I'm searching through steepster and the company sites to figure out which ones I'm allowed to take from her, and I came to this. Still don't know what it is? And I think mother got this at the same time as you since it's in cutie patootie christmas packaging as a sample haha. Well, I'll figure it out soon enough!
Yesterday I went to a local honey company, who open up their warehouse only twice a year, to stock up on lovely honey, and to get some for gifts.
Its amazing, in really good honey, how you can tell the diffrence between type and type. Orange blossom honey tastes diffrent than wildflower honey.
I bought some for me, and a few for presents. I love honey.
So I sliced up some homemade spice cake and an english muffin, and covered them with some of my new honey, and brewed up this gentle vanilla tea. Yum! This is nice. Not mindblowing, but good. I'm glad I got 4 oz of it.
This is a tea that I would never have picked up on my own. "Nut tea?" I would have said to myself, and walked right on by. But this was part of a freebie that Davids gave out on the birthday of the store I was in, and so I will be brave.
Its pink! The rumors are true! And its not just pink-ish. Its a fruit punch piece of glass. Almost neon. Beautiful.
And its so sweet. It smells like apple pie, and its got an insane taste of sugar to it, which might be the beet, and the nuts and the apple and the cinnamon are lovely.
Huh. Well, good one, Davids tea. I was not expecting this. I might actually restock this, once I've gone through the little bit I currently have.
Chocolate. I was reminded of this by Santa's Secret, and decided to dig my last little bit out of the cupboard. This is my favorite of the chocolate teas I've had, but its still not quite what I was dreaming of. This is a sipdown. I'll probably get more at some point, but no urgency.
I woke up with yesterdays headache still floating around the brain. Drat.
So I'm trying to brew up this, in the hopes that sweetness will help.
Coconut? What on Earth? I am tasting coconut, and a smaller custard note, but mostly coconut. Drat! I love creme brulee, but have distinctly less interest in coconut.
Hmm, well, I will play with this.


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The Open House will be 6 to 8 p.m. at the Tempe cosmetology school and will include a student fantasy hair competition, as well as speakers from the beauty business, tours of the school, free samples, door prizes and refreshments.
"The "Back to the Future" movie is a great art form to imitate as it engages the past, present and future in an imaginative way," said Matt Salusky, director of IAHD's Tempe location. "Our Open House is the same month as Arizona's 100th birthday so it made sense for us to use this historical example to show off our student's skills and allow future students to see what we have to offer."
In addition to International Academy of Hair Design in Tempe, the company owns IAHD schools at Desert Sky Mall, 7611 W Thomas in Phoenix, Fiesta Mall, 1445 W. Southern in Mesa, 9617 N. Metro Parkway in the Metro Center Mall in Phoenix, as well as 16 cosmetology schools throughout the U.S. Out-of-
Open Houses for the other Arizona cosmetology schools will be Feb. 23 at Desert Sky, Feb. 29 at Fiesta Mall and March 21 at Metro Center. All events will be at the school sites from 6 to 8 p.m. and will include student hairs competitions, free samples, finger foods, tours of the campus and guest speakers.
For more information about the IAHD event in Tempe call 480-964-8675. Additional information is also available online at www.intlacademy.biz.
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