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Lodging in Japan
Ah, sleep. Does it matter where we do it? Absolutely! Every country has its share of unique lodging opportunities, from castles and manors in England to eco-lodge treehouses in South America. In Japan, there are the usual luxury hotels (though … Continue reading
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12 Best Experiences in Japan
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Update on Himeji Castle
A reader asked about the progress being made on Himeji Castle's restoration, which I wrote about in a previous post published Nov 3, 2011. The reader wanted to know whether it was worth visiting the castle in mid-March, so I … Continue reading
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Kobe's Chinatown
This article on Kobe's Chinatown appeared in the October issue of Skyward, Japan Airlines' domestic magazine. Kobe's Slice of China
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Places to Visit Between Tokyo & Kyoto
You can zip between Tokyo and Kyoto on the Shinkansen bullet train in about 2 ½ hours. But if you have more time on your hands, these are my picks for easy day or overnight trips along the way. Depending … Continue reading
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The Wolverine comes to Japan
Although I have seen Iron Man movies (thanks to my sons, though how hard is it to watch anything with Robert Downey Jr. in it?), I'm not much of a superhero fan. When asked to write a review for The … Continue reading
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AAA Promotes "Affordable Japan" tour with my Articles
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The Adachi Museum's Picture-Perfect Views
I'm sitting here in my home office, looking out the window at bare trees, neighborhood houses, and a drab winter landscape, but I know of a museum in Japan that has picture-perfect views from its windows every season of the … Continue reading
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Tohoku says thank you
It would be hard not to relive some of the emotions we all felt when Tohoku was ravaged by earthquake and tsunami on 3.11 when we watch this heartfelt thank you from the people who lived through it. Tohoku says … Continue reading
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No Free Trips After All
Japan's announcement a few months back that it would offer 10,000 free flights in 2012 turns out to have been only a dream. Unsurprisingly, the government has determined it can't afford the publicity stint. Looks like people who really want … Continue reading
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Final segment of day three 9/23/12:
Just down the road, we pull into the Hatteras park.
In a few minutes I heard mtngal laughing about something. She had taken a photo that I did not realize what she did until later...she said that I was just totally excited to be on this trip.....
Just down the road, we arrive at the ferry to Ocracoke just as the sun sets on another great day...
Old Glory watches over us
Boarding now
mtngal did some photo shop work to get enough light on some of these photos...here I am talking to the two guys we had passed earlier. They are brave souls, cousins, traveling thousands of miles on these small engine bikes and their top speed is only 50
Not me, not on the open road like this...they were neat guys and we had fun talking to them and they took a photo of me and mtngal which she doctored to get more light as well...
One of their bikes had these really huge tires and they tried their luck in the sand at Corolla and did not get far either..
Another ride similar too ours...
Prop wash as we pull out
mtngal enjoys the evening breeze as we head across
Having a fun trip as we always do!!!
Docked and unloading
A short spin in the dark and we are in town, checked into our room and back out fer grub,,,,room photos tomorrow in the daylight.
Inside and the guys we met on the ferry were here too...well...this was about all that was still open. This late in the year, lots of places close up a bit early.
The menu and the food and beer was good!
We had a long and fun day so next up will be day four 9/24/12, but it may be a few days before I get time to post it up.
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There is no question putting together a star-studded wedding is a lot of work and there will usually be a little drama on the big day. As to be expected, the drama was heavy in the minutes before Kim Kardashian's Italian wedding to Kanye West.
Luckily the "Keeping Up With The Kardashians" cameras were with the reality star as she got ready to wed her rapper beau and capture all the pre-wedding fires Kim was putting out before walking down the aisle.
In addition to looking perfect herself, the bride-to-be was also busy perfecting step-father Bruce's ponytail, criticizing sister Kylie's blue hair and reflecting on her sadness brother Rob wouldn't be there to share in the special day.
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Linux/FreeBSD VBLANK (vertical sync) Implementation
I am hoping someone from Nvidia will take a few moments to read this and maybe shed some light on this issue for me and others.
I am writing a desktop application in OpenGL. One of the main priorities in a mutlitasking desktop application is to co-operate with the other applications running on the system.
I feel the
Linux/FreeBSD drivers have a broken implementation
that means desktop applications cannot be successfully developed for this card.
Under the
drivers, I can turn on vertical syncing and this allows me to only render the frames I need to. Whilst the application is "waiting" for the next vertical sync to occur, the SwapBuffers() call blocks the application/thread so no CPU time is used unnecessarily. Basically, this means that the application uses < 3% CPU time overall, as most of its life is spent "waiting" in the SwapBuffers() call.
Under the
drivers, if I turn on vertical syncing, the SwapBuffers() call uses a busy-loop whilst waiting for the next vertical sync to occur. This results in 100% of the CPU time being used unnecessarily. This means the application uses 100% CPU time, even when doing very little, thanks to the inefficiency of the SwapBuffers() call. An application that always uses 100% of the CPU is awful for a desktop environment and degrades performance of the whole system.
Now, this was not always the case so I have been told! Apparently, once upon a time, one could sucessfully block the application/thread (so no CPU time is used) while waiting for the vertical sync by issuing a poll() on "/dev/nvidia0". Basically this would do the job:
pollVerticalSync.fd = verticalSyncFD;
pollVerticalSync.events = 0xffff;
pollVerticalSync.revents = 0xffff;
verticalSyncFD = open("/dev/nvidia0", O_RDONLY);
poll(&pollVerticalSync, 1, -1);
Unfortunately, this does not work, and has not for a long time. The poll() returns instantly, instead of blocking until the next vertical sync.
So, please Nvidia, how are we supposed to write desktop applications, that sync to the vertical refresh of the monitor (important for some video work etc.) without any efficient way of handling the vertical sync? The Windows implementation works fine,
this is a major setback for Linux/FreeBSD workstation
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This is for a used car, old model Means, I dont want to spend much. First car
Lol what you basically want is a Sedan. How about any current BMW?
Same as above.
Cars with a wide ass, check out BMW 6 series and Mercedes Benz CLS. These cars have some serious road presence. Anything with a wide rear track is aggressive, and I personally love that.
Ford? One of the cars above is a Ford Focus with no ass.
hmm. Ford. I guess you like your women average and american!
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Completely hate it.
You should like this car then
Its OK. Not a color I would choose but the back is OK. Even a little more would have been better.
Here's what I used to drive. I had her for 2 years, and she gave me a ton of smiles. Whether I was at the track, in the lot working on her, or just passing a slow poke on the highway letting the V8 roar, she always treated me right. And the amount of room and gadgets it came with, definite plus for me.
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Barta praised for his all-star attitude
Coach recalls fallen soldier as mentor to many teammates
Services for the 25-year-old soldier and Flour Bluff graduate who was killed in Iraq last weekend are set for next week in Corpus Christi.
Army Spc. John Paul Barta, who had been stationed in northern Iraq since October, died from wounds suffered in a mortar attack Dec. 23.
Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Tuesday. Services begin at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Seaside Funeral Home. Friends and family also may visit starting at 9 a.m., before funeral services on Wednesday.
Billy Ray Barta referred questions regarding his brother to officials at the funeral home. Attempts to reach other family members were unsuccessful.
Barta, a 2000 Flour Bluff High School graduate, was described by friends and coaches as an all-star player on the baseball and football fields who showed natural talent throughout his four-year athletic career. He earned most-valuable-player honors at the Flour Bluff Invitational and All-Tournament honors at the Uvalde Kiwanis Tournament in the late 1990s.
"It didn't matter what it was, he had a passion for whatever he was doing and always strove to do better," said assistant football and baseball coach Ron Weikum.
Within minutes of hearing of Barta's death from his 19-year-old son Korey, Weikum said he received numerous calls from former players.
"He was a mentor to so many," Weikum said.
Many friends and family members continued to use Barta's personal Web page on MySpace.com Friday as an outlet to leave him final messages.
"You have always been such a hero to all that knew you, and you mastered every athletic challenge with victory. It was only proper that you stepped up to the plate to serve our country. Flour Bluff will never be the same," one friend wrote in a posting Thursday.
Barta is survived by his wife Eunji Barta; his mother, Laurie Barta; two brothers, Joshua and Billy Ray Barta; grandparents Larry and Jackie Blake and Adolph Barta; and his great-grandmother, Cecile Bowden.
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Sounds like the "perfect" squash from Hennig and he's really got that heel attitude down.
Hopefully this doesn't get bumped for a PPV thread.
Don't worry, it's just TNA. Who needs a whole thread for that?
Kinda hoping Joe loses since if he's going to stay in this silly face role he's better chasing than champ. Booker makes a better long term champion than anybody right now that they have anyhow.
AJ vs. Angle is about the only special matchup this company has left, so let's hope they do it right, and maybe that AJ goes over ;)
What's on the card for tonight?
To whet your appetite for the drama list, here's Winnie Cooper all grown up and hot-
I saw a commercial during ECW for some crappy Sci-Fi Channel movie with her as the "star".
Does the Top 25 Dramas go up tonight? I would ask Joe but he isn't around right now
At midnight or shortly after.
I did sit down and watch the first three episodes last night. It wasn't too terrible. The demon make-up is kinda hokey but I do enjoy how Angel interacts with other vampires. With Forever Knight, Nick only interacts with a few in town but hardly ever gets to battle with any of them. So Angel seems fairly action-packed in that regard.
I'm not hooked on it yet and I actually wasn't expecting to be anyways, but the set-up of the series sounds like there's a lot of room for growth. Especially when they eventually add more cast members like that Wesley guy and the black dude.
Yeah man, stick with it. Plus, you're essentially coming in during the middle of the story (at least Angel and Cordelia's), so it may take the show longer to really click, if it does at all.
Thanks for the extra help guys, I appreciate it. I'll be back later tonight.
And the child...mentioned a check?
Normally TNA at least has well-done videos at the beginning, but this one is TERRIBLE.
Petey Williams def Kaz to retain X-Division title (Canadian Destroyer). ***1/2 that was a pretty good match. It started out slow, but later on it became near-fall after near-fall. Afterwards Steiner and Petey beat up Kaz, wanting him to be injured so he can't have a World title shot, and Abyss returns to save. Abyss was in all white and has a new grey mask.
That sounds really strange. The part about Abyss, not the match itself.
ODB, Gail Kim & Roxxi def The Beautiful People & Moose. ***. Decent little tag match from the ladies. Mickie Knuckles was renamed Moose, which is the dumbest name for a female wrestler I think I've ever heard.
What about Moose Knuckle?
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I sent a top 10 drama list yesterday, but I screwed up the e-mail addy. You should have it now. It's going to irritate byanney, so be sure to include it.
Holy cow, I forgot you were sending one.
He was probably going to be irritable this week anyways.
Since Game 2 is tonight, you get two classic intros:
LAX def Team 3D: **1/2. Homicide rolls up Brother Ray as Devon has his back turned waiting on Hernandez for the 3D. Clever finish, but this wasn't nearly as good as last month's match.
Darn you, Steve Wille! Darn you! You messed everything up. Now check your email.
Holy crap, when did they ax the Criminal Intent theme music and start using the Trial by Jury version of the theme? Not that I'm complaining, the TBJ version is the best they've done, but it was definitely a shocker.
Was that the one with Bebe Neuwirth? How long did that show even last?
Awesome Kong def Selina D, then Awesome Kong def Josie Robinson (I see what they did there). It was just two squashes but entertaining. Afterwards, Eric Young brings out an Elvis impersonator to NO reaction and Kong kills him too! Awesome.
This TNA show is dogshit. I've fallen asleep twice, and a prolonged Christian Cage interview and a jobber's wedding aren't going to wake me up.
I can't believe they shot their wad on AJ vs. Angle on the undercard of this show. It's the only match they have left that people actually want to see, they pretty much have to hire someone outside to get any more "dream" matches.
And doesn't MMA Meltz just bring the credibility as the "top wrestling journalist" when he creams himself over a Kaz vs. Williams match that the rest of the world are dreading? Are there any two worse juniors in the history of the sport? If a promotion could die of AIDS, I would wish it on TNA.
It hasn't been that bad, and the opener was decent as was the ladies tag match. Plus LAX wins again and Kong kills three bitches.
Black Machismo wore a gold tux. It looked ridiculous. I wish So Cal Val wore the same type of wedding dress that Lita did. Ace Young from American Idol gets booed. Sonjay Dutt turns on Black Machismo, as expected, and then his heel turn is negated by being beat down by the old guys. Jake puts the snake on him to finish the whole thing.
Terrible angle and I won't defend it.
WWE at least can usually get some cheap laughs out of a wedding angle. Tell me you didn't lol a little at Undertaker and Kane's "Unholy weddings"
Maybe it's just me, but does Kurt Angle look really thin? Kinda hard to tell with the shitty (but free) stream and the fact that TNA changes cameras every two seconds, but he seems extremely de-juiced. Which is a good thing.
I even thought his head looked smaller, and he looked less like a thumb than he used to.
AJ def Kurt Angle with the Styles Clash.
AJ is MEGAHUGEOVER in Memphis. He could probably be someone in WWE, if he just went there. I never thought I'd say that AJ was the better wrestler in a match vs Kurt Angle, but damn if he wasn't. I loved some of the sick spots like AJ's flip-bump on a Release German (beating Angle at his own game) and the Super Front Suplex off of the top. AJ can get a good match out of anyone at this point, Angle's still pretty good in his broken-down state, so the result is ****1/4 easy. Plus, the right guy went over.
Will you be on around midnight to post Part 1?
Write-up in.
Might be gone for a few days since the wife is going out of town. That means I play single dad.
Think Macaulay Culkin meets Rick Moranis. If I knew how to use Photoshop, I'd come up with a killer movie poster.
Now that mention them, I'm surprised they were never in a movie together, so I'll just picture Uncle Buck without the bitchy older sister.
Samoa Joe wins King of the Mountain. *1/2. Wow that was, pretty bad. Boring as all hell but at least Joe retained.
I'm just about ready to send it, how should I do it? In a notepad document?
The Celtics are rolling on to a win, and they've played well (specifically Pierce, who is at Jordan mode right now in the first two games), but the officiating, yikes! I understand that extending the series to six or seven is the best way to go for ratings, but Boston has played well enough to win the game fairly, why do the refs have to make it so lopsided? The free throw disparity is hilarious, and the double-sided nature of the inside play is laughable, as well. Kobe has only gotten to the line after getting T'ed up for bitching about not getting contact. The Lakers haven't played well enough to win yet, but it should be a little closer than this.
This also guarantees that Game 3 will be a Grade A shitkicking by the Lakers, with a little help from the zebras.
It is ridiculous how biased the officiating is right now. Lakers have been to the free throw line only 4 times and the Celtics have gone 26 times. There have been plenty of times that Gasol got fouled in the paint and they haven't called it. The officiating seems to have gotten a lot worse over the years.
So the only wrestling I paid for tonight was the ROH Take No Prisoners ppv. I decided to give them a chance and there were more people I knew and liked than the previous outings, like Tyler Black, Jimmy Jacobs, Lacey, Daizee Haze, Joey Matthews, Zac Gowen (I think that was him), Roderick Strong and Austin Aries. I'm watching now, and the weather has thankfully cooperated to let me make a clean recording (so far).
Hey, I saw a clip with Daniel Puder, too. I should point out that he and Zack Gowen are more people I know than anything else. I think Brent Albright was Gunner Scott or something like that in WWE, teaming with Benoit.
At work today I was thinking how much I miss wrestling 10 years ago. I remember going swimming during the summer then I would come home and watch WWF tapes. Ahh man I miss those days. Not so much in that I could buy porn now.
What things do you miss from your childhood?
- Good cartoons (Batman TAS, early/mid 90's Nickelodeon, etc.)
- Not having to do anything in school and still get A's in everything
- Super NES
- Going outside and being active, not being the internet addict I am today


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This is very lightweight shoe with excellent comfort. This is a good shoe for competitive 4.5 players. I think with this shoe you can save your money it prized $115. This shoe comes with White, Marina Blue, Cool Mint, Electric green. This is great looking shoe that you can match with your tennis cloths. The upper side of the shoe made out from Synthetic leather for comfort and support. This shoe weight 10.7 Oz (Size 8.5) that means very light weight shoe. AS Nike said they build this shoe for speed, Stylish players to get lightweight excellent performance with this shoe.
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The task development experience that underpins both the model for balanced assessment in Chapter 2 and the discussion of opportunity-to-perform issues in Chapter 3 was not conducted behind the closed doors of assessment designers' offices. Instead, much of this experience has been obtained in mathematics classrooms across the country, because each assessment task is put through several rounds of systematic classroom trials, including initial task trials implemented in two or three mathematics classrooms, and also large-scale field tests where the tasks are put through trials with a large stratified sample of students.
Each classroom trial is observed by at least one of the following:
a full-time assessment developer,
a full-time mathematics teacher who is participating as a co-developer in the assessment development process,
a classroom teacher who is responsible for providing written evaluations of the task in action, or
a teacher who is participating in a professional development program focusing on assessment.
This chapter draws upon this extensive body of classroom-generated experience to present a series of recommendations and conclusions based on observations of assessment tasks in the social context of the classroom. Many of the sections of this chapter highlight barriers to opportunity to learn, such as tight sequencing of teaching and testing, inappropriate emphasis on skills acquisition activities, inappropriate task modification, the need to cover the curriculum, preconceptions of teachers, and gaps in the curriculum. Each of these discussions is framed by locating it within the context of relevant and recent research. Where appropriate, larger implications for the teaching and learning of mathematics are identified. Other sections discuss how complex tasks may be used to enhance learning opportunities in the classroom. While working through such a task, for example, misconceptions and mistakes may be viewed as opportunities to learn rather than as complications to be avoided. Furthermore, class work on complex tasks is necessary to develop problem-solving tenacity and the ability to communicate about mathematics. The purpose of this chapter is to identify how efforts to improve assessment might be used to improve mathematics instruction and learning. Therefore, the primary concern in this chapter is not just finding better ways to assess students but finding ways to enable students to perform better on worthwhile assessments. The chapter closes with a list of recommendations based upon these issues and informed by Black and Wiliam's (1998) contention that learning is driven by what teachers do in classrooms.


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What do you do when you're running for governor and trailing in the polls by something like 50 — yes, that's five-oh — points? You go to Brooklyn to see the Brownstone Republicans, who do not meet in a brownstone. Early and Often's Jon Dolan was there when John Faso paid a visit last night, trying to convince himself he still had a chance to win. And it gets even more implausible than that. Check out Jon's take, over at E&O.
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Diet Doc's in-house physicians now evaluate clients who have specifically been unsuccessful with other weight loss plans. Relying on over a decade of weight loss experience and cutting edge nutritional science, Diet Doc creates medically supervised diet plans with emphasis on discovering what went wrong on the client's previous attempts to lose weight fast. Obesity can lower the quality of one's life as well as cause a multitude of health problems. Many believe that going under the knife will solve the problem, thus they resort to risky bariatric surgery.
Obesity has been linked to a myriad of health conditions and diseases, including diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure, gallbladder disease, cancer and depression. In addition, excess weight can cause joint related problems often leading to knee and hip replacement surgery and has also been associated with self-esteem and emotional problems. Many Americans choose to undergo gastric bypass surgery or laparoscopic gastric banding, only to discover that the food obsession has not dissipated after the surgery and the food cravings continue. Oftentimes, one may eat to satisfy other issues such as anxiety, boredom, loneliness, and depression. Bariatric surgery will not fix these issues.
Diet Doc even offers hCG diet plans to those who have been unsuccessful at maintaining weight loss after bariatric surgery. Bariatric surgery is not a miracle cure for obesity, it merely treats the symptoms. Bariatric surgery, not unlike all diet plans, requires time, patience and compliance to the program. Bariatric surgery is not risk free and may include blood clots, pneumonia, incision pain, and even death. Gastric surgery bypasses large por
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Nice cab!
One of the Brit Porsche mags just called the 968 cab the only Porsche since the Speedster that looks better in convertible form than the coupe. I don't know that I'd go that far, but I really like the 968 cab.
I tend to agree. I think the 968 Cab is the best looking convertible Porsche ever made.
A lot of them came with Tips, unfortunately.
Have you driven a Tiptronic? I test drove a couple and, honestly, some times I wish I' have gone that route. In "shift" mode it's virtually no different than a manual trans, and you have the option of being lazy and putting it in D when driving around town. Compared to the 6 speed, and it's requisite close ratios, it's a lot less work when you don't want to "drive."
I also thought I wanted the 030 option. I'm glad I didn't find one that fit my color/mileage/ etc. requirements. I recently priced replacement shocks. Normal Konis are $300 each, the 030 struts are $650/ each.
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March of Dimes Signature Event Takes a New Name to Signal Commitment to Health of Babies
WHITE PLAINS, N.Y., Jan. 15/PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- WalkAmerica, the March of Dimes largest fundraising event, which brought in $117 million nationwide last year, has been renamed March for Babies. The new name makes a clear connection to what the March of Dimes is all about -- the health of babies.
"The name of our event has changed, but our mission stays the same -- working towards the day when every baby is born healthy," said Dr. Jennifer L. Howse, President of the March of Dimes. "We hope the new name will bring more people on board to help make that day a reality."
In addition to a new name, March for Babies has a new Web site. Interested walkers and donors can visit marchforbabies.org or call toll-free 1-800-525-9255 to sign up as an individual, start a corporate, family or friends team, or donate to help babies be born healthy.
The new name of its signature event is part of a larger March of Dimes initiative focused on all babies -- those born healthy as well as those who need help to survive and thrive. The March of Dimes also has released a new public service advertising campaign, and is offering pregnant women and moms new medical information in ways that fit their active lifestyles, such as email, podcasts, and text messaging.
Dr. Howse emphasized that the mission priority of the March of Dimes is to fight the growing crisis of prematurity. "Premature birth is the leading cause of newborn death, and we are committed to reducing its toll," she said. "By engaging more people in our mission, and educating more pregnant women and moms about healthy babies, we hope to reach that goal much sooner."
In 2008, national March for Babies sponsors are CIGNA, Continental
Airlines, Famous Footwear, Farmers, FedEx, Grain Foods Foundation, Liberty
Tax Services, nesting.com, and Kmart, the March of Dimes number one
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Our family of four arrives in Anaheim on Oct 1st, and leaves Oct 8th. The kids must see the Fear Factor show at USH. And, they loved Legoland so much last year that we have to go there again. Other than that, it's all Disneyland/DCA for the week. Our question is, when should we go to the other two parks?
Some details: We're staying in Anaheim. This should make for a nice, long drive to both of the other parks. Which day would be best to drive to USH? The weekend days might have less traffic, but USH would be more crowded. During the week when USH might be less crowded, there should be more traffic. Ugh!
Also, we're hearing that DL/DCA will be crowded on that first weekend of Oct. Would Sunday be a better day to head down to Legoland? They're closed on Tue/Wed at that time of year, so the choice of days for Legoland are more limited.


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Leaflet - 'Honolulu, Pleasanton Hotel', Honolulu, Hawaii, U.S.A., 1911
'Honolulu, Pleasanton Hotel' is a leaflet issued by the Pleasanton Hotel in Honolulu, Hawaii, U.S.A. in 1911. This is one of about eighty travel brochures, maps, railway timetables, po ...Images: 1
Postcard - 'The Raleigh, Washington D.C.', Washington D.C., U.S.A., 1911
'The Raleigh, Washington D.C.' is a postcard of The Raleigh, a hotel on Pennsylvania Avenue and Twelfth Street in Washington D.C., U.S.A, from 1911. This is one of about eighty travel ...Images: 1
Leaflet - 'Hotel Dunsmuir', Vancouver, Canada, 1908
'Hotel Dunsmuir' is a leaflet issued by Hotel Dunsmuir and printed by Evans & Hastings in Vancouver, Canada in 1908. It provides information about the hotel. This is one of about eight ...Images: 1
Booklet - 'In SEATTLE it's The New Washington', Seattle, Washington, U.S.A., 1911
'In SEATTLE it's The New Washington' is a booklet issued by The New Washington Hotel in Seattle, U.S.A. in 1911. It provides information about, and photographs of, the New Washington Ho ...Images: 1
Booklet - 'Edinburgh, A Souvenir, Balmoral Hotel', Edinburgh, Scotland, 1911
'Edinburgh, A Souvenir' is a booklet issued by Balmoral Hotel in Edinburgh, Scotland, in 1911. It provides information about the hotel and includes a guide to Edinburgh. This is one o ...Images: 1
Leaflet - 'King Edward Hotel, Los Angeles', U.S.A., 1910
'King Edward Hotel, Los Angeles' is a leaflet issued by King Edward Hotel in Los Angeles, U.S.A. in 1910. It provides information for hotel guests about the hotel and about Los Angeles. ...Images: 2
Leaflet - 'Pebble Beach', Monterey County, California, U.S.A., 1911
'Pebble Beach' is a leaflet issued by the Pacific Improvement Company in Monterey County, California, U.S.A, in 1911. It provides travel information about Pebble Beach Lodge, as well as ...Images: 2
Plate - Newmarket Hotel, Newmarket, 1900-1958
Ceramic plate from the Newmarket Hotel, located on Racecourse Road, directly opposite the Newmarket Saleyards. This plate was manufactured in England; it was imported by Loftus Moran (M ...Images: 4
Booklet - Hotels & Guest Houses, 'Where to go in Victoria', 1941-42
Tourist guide to country hotels & guest houses with index and advertisements. Issued by the Victorian Government Tourist Bureau in 1941. Published by the Victorian Railways Advertising ...Images: 1
Negative - Marshalite Traffic Signal, Clifton Hill, 1960
One of approximately 85,000 negatives from the Laurie Richards Collection at Museum Victoria. The images were taken by the Melbourne based Laurie Richards Studio between the 1950s -1970 ...Images: 1


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Wow!...love that vid of the Devil's Colon, Chris.
I remember that spot well where one of the guys had a biff. It was the only spot I remember getting my attention a bit last year. It's funny that I didn't have that much trouble with the DR trail on my KLX. I tend to like that kind of terrain if it doesn't get too crazy. Maybe because some of that is a bit like some of our west Texas stuff, I feel more comfortable on it compared to some of the Colorado high country stuff. You rode with me a bit over in the Alpine Loop area, and you know I've become more of a scared, old man.
You know, though, how some of that fear disappears when riding with a group like that, because you don't want to be "that guy".
I got to ride DR with some of the Ft. Collins area guys on their fancy KTMs, and I guarantee they pushed me further and harder than I normally go these days. The other thing I liked about DR is how it's not shredded like some of the classic trails around Moab have become with heavy 4WD and other traffic numbers. DR still retained most of its natural character on the terrain features in my observation. That is a fun trail, great scenery, and challenges that aren't too awfully nasty. Very nice vid as always.
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This white gold diamond bridal set will leave her speechless. The center stone of the engagement ring is a brilliant princess-cut diamond. The diamond is surrounded by round diamond chips set into the band. The matching wedding band repeats the style with channel-set diamond chips in the band. A matching bridal set like this ensures that her engagement ring will fit perfectly with her wedding band.
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B&H has a couple of good deals on refurbished DSLRs: A Canon 60D for $699 and a Nikon D7000 for $785.
Nikon D7000 w/ 18-105mm VR Lens for $996.95 – Black Friday Deal Alert
B&H Photo has the Nikon D7000 with the 18-105mm VR kit lens in a bundle for $996.95 for Black Friday.
In addition to the camera and lens combo, you also get a Lowepro Rezo 170 AW camera bag (a $40 bag) and a SanDisk 16GB Extreme SDHC UHS-I memory card (a $20 card) in the bundle.
The kit runs $1500 at retail and even with the recent $200 instant rebate it was on sale at $1296.95. So this is $300 off the best deal that's been around for this kit. Check it out here at B&H Photo while it lasts this weekend.
Check out more deals on our 2012 Black Friday & Cyber Monday Camera and Photo Deals Roundup.
Nikon D7000 Bundle Deal
B&H has a solid deal on the Nikon D7000 w/ 18-105mm VR lens with a $100 instant rebate. Additionally, the kit includes the following bundled items free.
- SanDisk 16GB SDHC Extreme Class 10 UHS-I Memory Card
- Vello BG-N4 Battery Grip
- Lowepro Adventura 170 Shoulder Bag
- Vello Glass LCD Screen Protector
More details on the D7000 bundle here at B&H Photo.
Nikon D600: A Cross Between the D800 and D7000
Rumors of the Nikon D600 have really been heating up over the past several weeks in the lead up to Photokina 2012. We've already seen leaked images of the D600. And rumored specs indicate that the D600 will be a 24MP full frame camera.
The latest lot of size and feature comparisons suggest that the D600 will be more akin to the D7000 in size and ergonomics even though it will borrow feature upgrades from the D800 as the junior full frame DLSR in Nikon's lineup. [Read more…]
Nikon DSLR and Lens Instant Rebates
There are currently several rebates available for Nikon DSLR and lens packages, including the D800, D4 and D7000.
The Nikon D7000 is available with a $100 instant rebate as well as additional discounts on lenses such as the AF-S 55-300mm ($150 off), AF-S 18-200mm ($150 off), AF-S 24-70mm f/2.8G ($200 off) and AF-S 70-200mm f/2.8G VR II ($200 off).
You can choose either the D7000 body only or the D7000 w/ 18-105mm kit lens. To take advantage of the bundle rebates, click the "Buy Together and Save" link on the B&H product page.
There's a similar deal for the Nikon D800 and D800E. Clicking the "Buy Together and Save" link will let you bundle the 24-70mm or 70-200mm lenses with $200 for each lens. In addition, B&H currently is bundling free 77mm Tiffen UV and Circular Polarizer filters with the deal.
The exact same deal applies with the Nikon D4 as with the D800.
These instant rebates are set to expire on July 28, 2012.
Nikon D7000 $100 Instant Rebate
Through June 30, you can pick up the excellent Nikon D7000 b0dy or kit and get a $100 instant rebate. Applicable kits are here at B&H Photo.
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(PRWEB) July 18, 2011
The Chinese Drywall Complaint Center is encouraging major homebuilder, air conditioning, or mortgage banking insiders in Florida to step forward for potentially huge rewards, if they possess specific, and provable information about cover-ups involving imported toxic Chinese drywall in 2005, or before. The group says, "We know major homebuilders in Florida were telling their customer service representatives, their mortgage division employees, and or their air conditioning subcontractors to say nothing about what they were seeing in toxic Chinese drywall homes in Florida as early as 2005, or before, and their could be huge rewards for this type of information." The Chinese Drywall Complaint Center is also saying, "If you are an insider, and you have specific information about major homebuilders involved in toxic Chinese drywall cover up's, please don't go to the press, or the government first, because any type of public disclosure could degrade your chances for a reward. We know you are out there, we just want to try to make sure we get you pointed in the correct direction, and we will try our best to build a national caliber lawyers around you, in order to do everything possible to advance your claim." For more information potential toxic Chinese drywall insiders are encouraged to call 866-714-6466, or contact the group via their web site at http://ChineseDrywallComplaintCenter.Com
The Chinese Drywall Complaint Center indicates the following types of information might result in a dramatic reward for a whistleblower:
For more information whistleblowers, who possess specific information about cover-ups, and or defrauding Florida new home buyers, in combination with toxic Chinese drywall are encouraged to contact the Chinese Drywall Complaint Center anytime at 866-714-6466, or they can contact the group via its web site at http://ChineseDrywallComplaintCenter.Com
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Stunning vistas from the Grand Canyon to Dubai—and how to see them for yourself.
Norway Travel Guide
Articles about Norway
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Vertical gardens? Personal infinity pools? Don't judge these hotels by their diminutive footprints.
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Calling all thrill-seeking ski bunnies: at the end of the month, Airbnb is giving away two nights in the penthouse atop Oslo's Holmenkollen ski jump. The site of multiple Winter Olympics and World Championship competitions the "world's most mod...
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Simple science may explain the phenomena, but when it comes to natural light shows—be they in ravines in Arizona or caves in New Zealand—the effect is nothing short of magical. Onward for forest fireflies, an "everlasting" storm, and "Manhattanhenge."
By Maura Egan
Over the course of five days in August 2013, the artist Marina Abramovic summoned a flash mob to a hill in Oslo's Ekeberg Park, overlooking the city, and led them in a chorus of screams. Some howls were so deafening and disturbing that the police ...
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Find out where to witness the aurora borealis, with reindeer sleigh rides, ice hotels, and hot springs included.
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"For the longer term, we continue to be optimistic. Excluding currency, in a very broad and deep recession our first quarter sales were down less than 3% from the first quarter of 2008. West's operating cash flows remain strong and are sufficient to fund our expansion and development plans. We are committed to maintaining a solid balance sheet. We are investing in order to participate more fully in attractive global markets, particularly in Asia, and are developing new products and technologies for the containment, closure, and safe administration of high-value biologic drugs. For example, West received marketing clearance for our NovaGuard(R) safety needle system last week. We believe that, with our existing products, expanded geographic markets, and key product development projects, our prospects for sustained long-term growth are essentially unchanged."
Pharmaceutical Systems Segment
Pharmaceutical Systems segment sales were $183.2 million and operating profit was $27.4 million in the first quarter of 2009, compared to $207.5 million in sales and $43.6 million of operating profit in the comparable 2008 quarter. Unfavorable foreign currency translation accounted for $18.5 million, or 9.0 percentage points of the 11.7% in lower sales and $2.1 million of lower operating profit. Measured at constant exchange rates, international sale
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Garden Club auction a big success
January 21, 2015 An exciting day of fundraising was had by all at the annual Shell Islands Garden Club live and silent auction on Jan.13, held at the Sanibel Community House. more »»
South Seas Resort to add hotel units, angers some, others hold change inevitable
January 21, 2015 Captiva's largest resort development should gain in size sometime this year. more »»
Video will help market bike safety on the islands
January 21, 2015 Again, technology is making life a bit easier. And safer. A short film to assist bike riders and others using Sanibel's shared paths and roadways should be released in Marc. more »»
Under the Sea' will be biggest fundraiser for Shell Museum
January 21, 2015 The most important fundraiser for the Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum will feature a golden oldie theme, called "Under the Sea" 1960's Beach Party, Sunday, Jan. 25, from 5-10 p.m. more »»
Ding offers plenty to do, activities include lectures and tours that mostly free
January 14, 2015 Don't fret, there's plenty to do in the islands this week and in the coming months. A chief resource for entertainment and discovery is the popular J.N. more »»
Policing expert will discuss Ferguson, other issues at library event Jan. 15
January 14, 2015 By CRAIG GARRETT firstname.lastname@example.com Obama Administration appointee Dr. Ellen Scrivner on Jan. 15 will share her views in policing and community relations. more »»
Islander hopes celebrity will aid in shark research, bring awareness to the Gulf's greatest game fish
January 14, 2015 He's not rude. Get past the $200 sunglasses and the buff posturing, he's quite soft-spoken, certainly intense, but very nice. You'd want your son to be like him. more »»
Islander peddles safer streets
January 14, 2015 By CRAIG GARRETT email@example.com Florida bicyclists and joggers safely enjoying a pathway or a bike lane on a local roadway, in some part, can thank Darla Letourneau. more »»
Local economy ends on strong note, expectations high for 2015
January 14, 2015 Southwest Florida's economy last year ended with a bang, with Lee County reporting bed taxes in November jumping 17 percent over the same period in 2013. more »»
Wigley family honors island conservationist
January 14, 2015 The Bob Wigley Preserve, a 27-acre parcel owned by the Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation, is comprised of three tracts: the Andrea Waitt Carlton Family Tract, the John and Mary Jo Boler Family... more »»
San-Cap Audubon presents: 'The New and Enhanced Nature Trails of Sanibel'
January 14, 2015 Whether you are an avid birder or just enjoy an occasional nature walk, Holly Milbrandt, environmental biologist for the city of Sanibel, will fill you in on "The New and Enhanced Nature Trails of... more »»
Getting fit in paradise
January 14, 2015 With New Year's resolutions of improving one's physical fitness quickly fading for many people, 22 individuals from around the nation will undergo a major jumpstart on their 2015 training Ja. more »»
Island survivor urges Heart Walk support
January 14, 2015 Islander Chuck Bergstrom says he would rather be lucky than anything else. And as luck would have it, just over ten years ago, he took himself to the doctor for what he thought was an ear infection. more »»
Zonta launches 'Peek' season with redesigned web site
January 14, 2015 The Zonta Club of Sanibel-Captiva is already setting its sights on the 14th annual A Peek at the Unique, the popular fundraiser that has broken records every year since its inception and is set for... more »»
6th Annual Kids Wildlife Habitat Contest is approaching
January 14, 2015 The Florida Wildlife Federation will again award a commemorative plaque and an age-suitable gardening book to the Florida kid or group of kids 12 years old or under who have helped to establish and... more »»
Beer-tap handles on display at the library
January 14, 2015 Back by popular demand, a selection of more than 65 beer-tap handles is on display this month at the Sanibel Public Library. more »»
The Dunes pass through and speed analysis study results in lowered speed limit
January 8, 2015 Passer throughs and residents will each have to slow down when driving on Sand Castle and Albatross Roads, after the Sanibel City Council passed a motion 5-0 to lower the current speed limit of 30... more »»
Sanibel Antique Shows will bring vast diversity and unique items
January 7, 2015 The Sanibel Community House will be taken over by some of the most unique and diverse antiques in the area for three weekends in the months of January through March. more »»
Soprano Niedung to perform at Sanibel Congregational United
January 7, 2015 What: Konstanze Niedung recital Where: Sanibel Congregational United Church of Christ, 2050 Periwinkle Way. more »»
Islander gains in social media notoriety as SanibelSam
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Even as we study the lifelike surface of this head, its expression may lead us to contemplate the psychic life at play behind the closed eyes. The sculptor Isamu Noguchi modeled this likeness of his uncle Takagi, a Buddhist priest, in gratitude for his hospitality during the artist's visit to Tokyo In 1931. One of three casts from the original clay sculpture, the head suggests the "closed-eye vision" achieved through meditation.
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Wilmington, DE, Sept. 25th 2007 The results from the randomized, double -blind, placebo -controlled, Phase II EPOC (Endothelin A Proof Of Concept) Study of ZD4054 - a specific endothelin A (ETA) receptor antagonist were delivered today at the 14th European Congress of Clinical Oncology (ECCO, 23-27 September, Barcelona). The data presented today for ZD4054, an investigational compound in development for the treatment of men with hormone resistant prostate cancer (HRPC), showed no differences in progression free survival (PFS) but did report encouraging overall survival (OS) data.
To further evaluate the potential of ZD4054 , the Phase III trial program ENTHUSE (ENDOTHELIN A USE), consisting of three studies, will begin this year. The first of these trials is aimed at investigating the efficacy of ZD4054 in metastatic HRPC, while the second will look at its role in nonmetastatic HRPC patients. A third trial will study ZD4054 in combination with docetaxel (TaxotereTM) for the treatment of metastatic HRPC.
Nick James, Professor of Clinical Oncology, Institute for Cancer Studies, Birmingham, UK, and principal investigator of the EPOC study said: Men with advanced prostate cancer are typically treated with hormonal therapies. Whilst these therapies can provide great benefits, most men will become resistant to them. Currently, the only licensed treatment option for metastatic patients shown to improve survival in men with HRPC is chemotherapy with docetaxel.
The results from the EPOC study suggest that ZD4054 10 mg once daily may have the potential to increase the median overall survival time for men with asymptomatic or mildly symptomatic metastatic HRPC.
EPOC (Endothelin A Proof Of Concept) Phase II findings:
The primary endpoint of the study was progression free survival (PFS) and a secondary
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Fly fishing fanatics will find the best gear from brands like Frogg Toggs and Flambeau here at Overton's. Get suited up with wading shoes, stocking-foot waders, wading boots, or hip waders. Find all the equipment you need in our collection of fly fishing rods, fly fishing reels, fly line, and accessories like nets, flies, and fly storage.
Itasca PVC Chest Waders
210-denier, 100% waterproof PVC upper
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Adjustable suspenders reverse into a belt
Ray-Guard Foreverlast Flats Boots
Great for the beach, boat deck, or surf wading
Large instep for maximum comfort
Comfortable neoprene inner gusset
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Frogg Toggs 3mm Neoprene Booties With Built-In Gravel Guards
Ideal for wading in fresh or salt water
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Durable 3mm neoprene construction
Sizing: S (6-8), M (8.5-11), L (10-12), XL (11-13)
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APPRO Technology specializes in SOC (systems on chips) technology developing products like digital video recorders and IP cameras. They have raised the bar in areas such as system versatility developing units that can cope in a wide variety of conditions both in daylight and at night. They have also developed new lens designs that allow for sharp to the edges wide angle views. This allows their products to use their high resolution to its best advantage in things like freeze frame digital zoom to pick out things like licence plate numbers and faces from a distance. APPRO continues to develop and refine their products in the fields of hardware improvement, software integration, digital video processing, on-line streaming, and broadband telecommunication technology.
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Established for over 30 years, Dedicated Micros (DM) is an international market leader in the field of specialist CCTV control equipment. Dedicated Micros success stems from its invention of the world's first video multiplexer, a monitoring product which records continuous images from a number of cameras onto a single video cassette source. This pioneering attitude has earned DM a place in the surveillance industries hall of fame. They are multi award winners and conduct some of the best R&D in the market today.
DM's products are used in security systems in a broad range of commercial and community applications across the globe. These include New York's 911 building, Heathrow Airport in London, the Oman Bank, BP petrol stations across the UK, Manchester United's Old Trafford Football Ground, the French Postal Service (the PPT) and the US Government.
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EverFocus is a leading manufacturer of a wide variety of surveillance equipment including cameras DVR's and control systems.
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Movies in the Parks
The 15th annual Movies in the Parks series kicks off June 4, 2015 and features more than 240 outdoor screenings of current and classic movies in parks across the city. Bring a picnic basket, blanket, and your friends and family and enjoy a movie in the parks. All movies begin at dusk, weather permitting. Check out the website for park locations and schedules.
Holiday Inn Express-Crestwood
The Holiday Inn Express, Crestwood, is conveniently located just south of Interstate 294 and surrounded by a variety of restaurants & shopping. We are located only a few miles from Midway Airport & close to downtown Chicago.
SPAA Theatre
SPAA THEATER is focused on providing quality stage plays and much need programs, such as their; CSI & Film Camps, Adult Acting, Writing & Speaking Classes, SPAA Master's Certification Classes, SPAA Children's Theater, SPAA Radio, SPAA TV and Much more! They are dedicated to providing, developing and enhancing "Edutainment" (Education & Entertainment) through programs, live productions and commitment to the surrounding communities.
CITY:Park Forest
Check out Puma's complete line of sports apparel for men and women at its innovative new Block 37 store.
Soul 2 Go
Soul 2 Go is a family owned and operated business. We serve delicious food that warms the heart. Our mission is provide fast friendly, and convenient service while giving back to the community. Southern Style Take-Out.
CITY:South Holland
Super 8 - Romeoville
Super 8 Romeoville Bolingbrook hotel is located in the Heritage Corridor, convenient to Interstates 55 and 355 at Exit 367, and provides a comfortable, central place to stop near Chicago. Close to attractions like Chicagoland Speedway, O'Hare and Midway airports, and Empress Casino, our pet-friendly Romeoville hotel offers convenient accommodations near the Windy City.
Bar Louie
Casually cool; Neighborhood restaurant and bar featuring oversized sandwiches and artfully concocted signature drinks. Private room rental available
Oak Park Visitors Center
Visit us for maps, books, souvenirs and unique gifts. Tickets are available for Hemingway's Birthplace Home and Museum, Historic Pleasant Home and The Historical Society of Oak Park & River Forest. Purchase other seasonal special events tickets here.
CITY:Oak Park
Juno is a humble offering from partners Chef BK Park and Jason Chan, this small upscale casual restaurant strives to offer Chicago the perfect combination of quality and consistency in food and service. Their integrity and passion for Juno and their customers is paramount as they attempt to create a menu and environment that will exceed everyone's expectations.
Oak Lawn Park District Community Theatre
Come and see the exciting Broadway musicals which led the US Conference of Mayors to recognize the Oak Lawn Park District Theatre program with the prestigious National City Livability Award in 2009! For tickets 708.857.2200.
CITY:Oak Lawn
Petals & Twigs
Country gift shop specializing in custom silk floral designs, gift baskets and hand-crafted items.
CITY:New Lenox
Marriott Chicago Midway
200 Rooms. Three suites. Seven meeting rooms. All non-smoking rooms. One restaurant. Indoor pool. On-site health club. Room service. Amenities include complimentary 24 hour shuttle service to Midway Airport, complimentary hi-speed internet service. Located near Orange Line trains to Downtown Chicago attractions.
Located in the Mercantile Exchange Building. Vibrant decor with contemporary American cuisine. Deck overlooking the Chicago River. Free parking after 5pm.
Original Mothers, The
This rowdy watering hole is a staple on the Division Street nightlife scene. Perhaps its most famous role has been as the hangout in the hit '80s flick About Last Night. Enjoy a D.J. every night and karaoke on featured evenings.
Cucina Paradiso
Located off Oak Park's renowned Oak Park Avenue, specializing in classical and modern regional Italian cuisine. Begin your meal with a flavorful antipasto, followed by our famous thin pizzas, pastas, and tempting entrees. Voted by Chicago Magazine as"one of the best new restaurants of the year", and best Italian restaurant in Oak Park by Zagat Publications 2 years in a row. Preferred caterer for the Cheney Mansion and Pleasant Home. Exclusive caterer to 19th Century Club in Oak Park.
CITY:Oak Park
Carmichael's Chicago Steak House
Specializing in certified Angus beef and reminiscent of old-time Chicago, this traditional steakhouse is a fabulous destination where customers feel like old-time regulars. Centrally located in the West Loop, complimentary valet parking and shuttle service to and from the United Center.
Coco Restaurant
For romantic dining or an outing with friends, Coco restaurant serves a satisfying Puerto Rican menu in an up-scale, comfortable setting. Known for its funky modern art and unique structural design, Coco has become a major local hangout for young, multi-lingual crowds on Division Street. The restaurant offers a mix of traditional and modern Spanish dishes which includes a tasty Coconut-Crusted Shrimp, their famous Mofongo shrimp and chicken dish, and a Coconut Flan.
deca Restaurant and Bar
The casual elegance of art deco and brasserie-inspired cuisine come together in deca restaurant + bar – a new dining scene on the Magnificent Mile in The Ritz-Carlton Chicago, a Four Seasons Hotel. The recent recipent of a Michelin Bib Gourmand Award, deca celebrates the latest culinary trends with inventive twists on classic dishes. Executive Chef Mark Payne's market driven menus showcase the ingredients from farmers near and far with his innovative cooking style. The authenticity of the cuisine and the warmth of a stylish, comfortable setting is enhanced by approachable and personable service making for a memorable experience morning to night.
Days Inn - Harvey
Featuring our King Executive Suites which include fridge-microwave and coffee makers. Also, King Jacuzzi Suites with kitchenettes.
Water's Edge Golf Club
Championship Golf; GSP golf carts; bentgrass tees; fairways and greens; lighted driving range; breakfast, lunch dinner and beer specials, golf outings and private events; name-brand merchandise.
Exchequer Restaurant and Pub
Family-owned and operated restaurant and pub. Serving a variety of food which features: ribs, pizza, and seafood. Thirty-three years of business.
La Sardine
Located in the West Loop across from the Harpo Studios, La Sardine is a Parisian cafe with classic bistro fare, all-French wine list and friendly service. Sister bistro to Bucktown's Le Bouchon.
Holiday Inn Chicago Oak Brook
DuPage County, Chicago's Western Suburbs - 227 beautiful spacious guestrooms, executive suites, newly remodeled banquet & meeting space, fitness room, indoor pool, business center and Wi-fi, shuttle service, Bar Louie, room service available.
CITY:Oakbrook Terrace
La Quinta Inn Chicago/Oakbrook Terrace
DuPage County, Chicago's Western Suburbs - 150 gold-medal rooms with 25" TV, in-room coffee, iron/ironing board, voicemail, dataport phones, complimentary continental breakfast, and on-site workout room.
CITY:Oakbrook Terrace
Giordano's Willowbrook
DuPage County, Chicago's Western Suburbs - Pioneer of the famous stuffed and equally renowned thin-crust pizza! Pastas, sandwiches and assorted fresh salads. Dine-in, delivery, carryout, catering and full service bar.
Cruisin Into Lockport Car Show & Concert
Sponsored by the City of Lockport, Lockport Township Park District, and Lockport Township Government, the Cruisin' Into Lockport Classic Car Show will return for another great season on Central Square. Come see the finest classic cars of not only Lockport, but from a tri-county area. There will be a different featured car every week (although all makes and models are welcome). Every Monday night 6:30pm-8:30pm - come out for a car show and a different live band each week. Enjoy food vendors, face painting and lots for the kids to do. Free event!
Fulton's on the River
Fulton's on the River, located on the Chicago River with views of downtown, offers the best of both worlds. A classic seafood and steak house, with an unparalleled devotion to procuring nothing but the highest quality ingredients. Quality service and an extensive wine and cocktail selection provide a great place to dine, relax and celebrate!
The Patio Restaurant - Orland Park
Voted "Best BBQ Ribs in the Chicago Southland." This is now a 37-year casual dining, catering and carryout tradition in the Southwest and Western suburbs.
CITY:Orland Park
Marriott Chicago Downtown at the Medical District UIC
113 rooms. Four suites. All nonsmoking rooms. One restaurant. On-site health club. Room service. Hotel located near the United Center, Rush Presbyterian Medical Center.
Merlo Ristorante
Merlo serves authentic Bolognese Italian food. We use the highest quality ingredients imported directly from Italy and prepare all of our menu items to order, providing our guests with the freshest food.
Matteson Motel
This property has 43 guest rooms and 3 suites. Other amenities include free parking, handicapped accessibility, a laundry facility, non-smoking rooms and refrigerator availability.
Lady Gregory's
Whether you're just walking by and feeling peckish or bringing your whole brood in for a night of food and fun, our cozy and sophisticated atmoshpere will entice you. Our menu, filled with distinctive specialties, will comfort and delight you. Enjoy delicious Lobster Mac and Cheese. Baked, cheesy noodles with buttery chunks of lobster, truffle cream sauce topped with a crunchy cornbread crust. Yum.
Seven Ten Lounge
This Art Deco bowling and billiard mecca makes for a fun night on the town.
Phil Stefani's 437 Rush
Phil's Stefani's 437 Rush is a Rush street hot spot. Featuring prime steaks and chops, succulent lobster tails and enticing pasta specialties. The décor of this Italian Steakhouse highlights the neighborhood's strong newspaper and advertising ties.
Crofton on Wells
Award winning seasonal American restaurant located in the heart of River North. We offer a variety of vegetarian and vegan options. We support artisanal and local farmers who engage in sustainable agricultural practices.
Chicago Curry House
Best Indian and Nepalese cuisine offers dining, delivery, catering, private parties. Delicious food and cocktails. Extensive wine menu.
Super 8 - East Hazel Crest
It's Super 8 Motel, located on 172nd & Halsted. We provide shuttle service, fridge, microwave, coffee 24/7, wifi, breakfast every morning and a business center.
CITY:East Hazel Crest
Bijan's Bistro
Bijan's offers bistro classics in comfort far beyond the interesting. Selections are contemporary and smart with a wide variety of possibilities.
Motel 6 - Harvey
This 22-room property is conveniently located near the I-94 exit, offering clean & comfortable rooms. Free parking is offered during your stay.
Quality Inn & Suites - Harvey
Newly renovated property, featuring luxury suites, indoor pool, fitness center and a complimentary deluxe continental breakfast. Suites are furnished with microwaves, refrigerators, hair dryers, coffee makers, data-ports and desk area. Internet access.
Fresh Starts Restaurant, Catering & Wine Shop
Our small, intimate restaurant seats up to 60 people for gourmet lunch, or an exquisite dinner. We have a full-service, off-premise catering service featuring enticing, unusual foods and skilled, professional staff. Fresh Starts has garnered award after award for its fabulous recipes prepared with skill and creativity. We have received rave reviews in Chicago Tribune, Star Newspaper, Daily Southtown, Chicago Magazine and Sun Times. Savor a meal at Fresh Starts and you'll understand why we draw diners from the entire Chicagoland area.
KidsWork Children's Museum
KidsWork is an interactive educational experience for ages 0-8. Two floors of exhibits including a theater, art room, tot spot, pet vet, dino dig and more! Visit the KidsWork website for events, programming and new exhibits!
Running for Kicks
Matching your foot structure to a pair of shoes. Carrying running, walking and cross training shoes. Also carrying a full line of technical clothing.
CITY:Palos Heights
Rockit Bar & Grill
Rockit Bar & Grill is an upscale restaurant and bar that is conveniently located in the heart of the booming River North neighborhood, in close proximity to all meeting and convention centers in downtown Chicago.
Papaspiros Greek Cuisine
Located in the heart of Oak Park. Specializing in traditional and contemporary Greek cuisine, this friendly restaurant brings the spirit of the Greek Countryside to Oak Park's Lake Street. From the stone floors to the ceiling, Papaspiros lends "Old World" beautiful ambiance to any event. Choose from appetizer portions to family style Mediterranean feasts! Full service bar, delivery and catering. You'll love the stylish show of flaming dishes served tableside! Voted #1 Restaurant!
CITY:Oak Park
Fiorentino's Cucina
Authentic Italian, simply prepared. That's our motto. Fiorentino's is not art food, but rather comfort food for the soul. A piece of Italy on Ashland Ave!
Anna's Asian Bistro & Sushi Bar
Mother-Daughter duo offer pan-Asian cuisine to please any palate and budget! Enjoy specialty sushi, curries and more on this lengthy, inventive menu.
Grange Hall Burger
A true farm-to-table burger bar featuring 100% grass-fed beef burgers, free-range turkey burgers, and house made vegetable and wild rice burgers along with a great mid-western beer selection. Come back to an easier way of life where the food is wholesome, close to the farm, and freshly prepared with care. We take the long way around everything to assure we offer you the best quality. We spin our own ice cream and make home-made pies featuring the berries, fruit and the bounty of the season. This is a family and community friendly place. Come see us and enjoy going back to a simpler time and place.
Takashi in Chicago features contemporary French-American fare with Japanese influences, a mixture of Chef Takashi's previous ventures working in large, world class establishments. The atmosphere is unique in that it allows for a more personal dining experience, combining the cuisine and service of a fine dining establishment with the warmth and accessibility of a neighborhood tavern. The contemporary cuisine features ingredients of the highest quality from throughout the world including Maine, Japan and Australia. Chef also uses sustainable fished seafood and local seasonal products whenever possible. No preservatives are used, including MSG.
County Barbeque
Located in the heart of Chicago's thriving Little Italy neighborhood, County is an authentic BBQ joint that pays homage to the best BBQ hubs across the country. Chefs Michael Kornick and Erick Williams have carefully crafted an impressive menu based on their culinary travels and love of great BBQ. Highlights include St. Louis Spare Ribs, Kansas City Burnt Ends, Veal Breast, Chicago Rib Tips and The Bacon Bar, which features items like slow-cooked strips of bacon, BLT sliders and Bacon-Deviled Eggs. An impressive list of delicious side dishes and desserts include Corn Pudding, Collard Greens, Fried Green Tomatoes, Blackened Cauliflower, Candy Bar Sundaes and much more. County is proud to feature a carefully curated selection of American craft beers and fine whiskeys as well as small list of specialty cocktails, which will rotate from time to time.
The Fireplace Inn
Main dining room has a ski lodge atmosphere. Exposed brick walls. All season outdoor garden. Seventeen TVs for all major sporting events.
McCormick and Schmick's Seafood
Specializing in the freshest seafood. We also take pride in our USDA prime steaks, chicken and pasta dishes. Our private and semi-private dining rooms are available for groups 15-125.
Miller's Pub
Famous ribs. Favorite meeting and eating place of sports and theater goers. Celebrity sightings frequent. Serving sandwiches and dinner fare.
SpringHill Suites Burr Ridge
128-room, all-suite hotel. Complimentary hi-speed wireless Internet, breakfast, laundry facility, indoor heated pool, fitness center, business center, dataport telephones. Free shuttle service. Conveniently located at I-55 & County Line Road.
CITY:Burr Ridge
Holland Inn & Suites
Holland Inn & Suites is easily accessible from I-94, I-80 and I-294 and only 20 minutes from downtown Chicago. Free truck and motor coach parking. Cable TV with radio. Affordable rates.
CITY:South Holland
Frankfort Historic Business Association
Whatever the season, there's a reason to shop historic Frankfort. Visit our web site for a list of our charming stores, eclectic boutiques and relaxing restaurants, plus monthly special events.
Pullman State Historic Site
Tour availability of the 1881 Hotel Florence and Pullman Factory site are subject to change. Please call or link to www.pullman-museum.org for the most up-to-date information.
Lagunitas Brewing Company - TapRoom & Beer Sanctuary
Head to the Lagunitas TapRoom and Beer Sanctuary. They're serving up some fun, music, munchies and beers that you won't find on the shelves. Free tours are available.
Kitty Hawk Cafe
Come for the great food and friendly service, and stay for our great view of the DuPage Airport.
CITY:West Chicago
Award winning restaurant. Great sandwiches, homemade soup daily, "best salad bar in Oak Park". Enjoy imaginative Italian dishes. Custom catering and business meetings. Great ambiance and reasonable prices.
CITY:Oak Park
Penny's Noodle Shop
Menu offers delicious entrees from several Asian cultures. Well-known for stir-fried noodle dishes with freshest meats, vegetables. Penny's offers a wide mix of noodle and vegetable bowls and soups. Silver Platter Award Winner 2006-2007. Delivery 5 p.m. - closing.
CITY:Oak Park
Mark Shale
Located on Chicago's Magnificent Mile, Mark Shale is the premier clothier for both men and women.
Sweet Mandy B's
If your sweet tooth needs a little TLC, head to this bright favorite for a beyond-tempting spread of home-baked desserts, pies, cakes, and cookies. Regulars rave about vanilla and chocolate cupcakes slathered in vividly-colored buttercream frosting and scattered with candy sprinkles. Grab one of the inviting booths and dig into a miniature cheesecake with blueberries or a signature whoopie pie – indulgent vanilla frosting sandwiched between two chocolate cookies. If the sugar rush isn't enough for you, coffee from local beanery Intelligentsia is at the ready.
Benny's Place
Pizza-Appetizers-Sandwiches-Dinners-Sports Bar-Catering-Banquet room-Entertainment Friday and Saturday night.
La Cantina Grill
One of Chicago's best known Mexican restaurants. Awarded One of Chicago's Best by Chicago Magazine, ABC 7, Chicago Tribune and more. We specialize in authentic Mexican food and serve the freshest margaritas and sangria in Chicago. We always have drink specials, lunch at $7.95 and dinner at $8-$15.
Uncle Bub's BBQ Restaurant & Catering
DuPage County, Chicago's Western Suburbs - Uncle Bub's award-winning BBQ is the Western Suburbs' premier barbecue place. Specializing in pig roasts and grill packages, Uncle Bub's caters events of all sizes and themes. Stop into our restaurant to enjoy the Midwest's best BBQ in a casual setting.
The Star Motel
This 27-room property offers budget lodging conveniently located near many restaurants, a laundry center, gas stations, grocery stores and a wide variety of shops. Free parking is offered during your stay.
CITY:Chicago Heights
Pizano's Pizza & Pasta - State Street
From the son of Lou Malnati's, Rudy brings you Pizano's; a traditional Italian eatery featuring Chicago deep dish pizza – the way his dad made, hearty two-handed sandwiches, fresh salads and good times.
Longman & Eagle
Longman & Eagle chef Jared Wentworth uses traditional cooking techniques when executing his regional American fare, with emphasis on sourcing the finest local ingredients the region has to offer. This farm to table, nose to tail aesthetic is represented lovingly by ever-changing menus that are both adventurous and sublime, featuring items that exemplify his passion for creative, flavorful and honest dishes offered at fair and reasonable prices.
Mexique is a full restaurant offering modern Mexican cuisine with a French influence. Enjoy the mix of fusion as executive Chef Carlos Gaytan introduces you to this historical blending with a modern personal style.
George Dunne National Golf Course
Forest Preserve golf course with practice facility.
CITY:Oak Forest
Tuscany Restaurant
We serve Northern Italian Cuisine featuring rack of lamb and mouth-watering dishes made in our woodburning oven. We are located in the heart of Little Italy, minutes from your downtown accommodations.
Museum Shop of the Art Institute of Chicago, The
The Museum Shop offers a wide selection of gifts, jewelry, and museum adaptations, many derived from works in the museum's collections or special exhibitions hosted by the museum.
Quartino Ristorante
Quartino is an urban Italian neighborhood restaurant and wine bar offering authentic regional Italian food and wine in a lively, welcoming atmosphere with attentive and personable service. Our Italian small-plates approach with an emphasis on sharing works well for groups of any size and ensures an exciting and upbeat experience. The unique carafe wine list and fully stocked liquor bar fuels the fun. Lunch, dinner, late night. Open daily at 11:30 a.m. serving food until 1a.m. and wine until 2a.m. Reservations recommended.
Anyway's Chicago Restaurant & Pub
Classic neighborhood restaurant & pub is a favorite for gatherings of all occasions. Banquet rooms available. Bar has a traditional urban feel with pool tables, darts, video gaming, and plenty of TVs. Also popular are the all-season porch room and outdoor beer garden.
CITY:Oakbrook Terrace
Fat Rice
Fat Rice in Chicago has been getting awards and press ever since its opening. It's a casual restaurant serving up Portuguese, Chinese and Macanese comfort food that will literally make your mouth water with anticipation of the first savory bite; and every bite after. Satisfy the culinary adventure inside you.
Jaipur's food is a representation of the many and varied regional cuisines of India.
Barclay's American Grille
Barclay's American Grille, located in the Carleton Hotel, opened its doors in November 2009, with much anticipation and excitement. The restaurant went through an extensive restoration, as well as, a new concept, focusing on affordable, casual dining, The decor blends contemporary and traditional styles resulting in an inviting and comfortable dining experience with exceptional food and service. It is the perfect gathering place for friends and families. The Barclay Room is available for private dining and larger parties and during the summer months, dine al fresco at our outdoor patio.
CITY:Oak Park
Lan-Oak Park District
The Lan-Oak Park District manages 23 park sites, the Eisenhower Fitness & Community Center and the Pennsy Greenway (Bike Trail) which is part of the 475-mile Grand Illinois Trail.
Fashions Anew
An upscale resale boutique that offers designer women's clothing and accessories on consignment for a fraction of their original cost.
CITY:Oak Park
The 3rd Coast Cafe and Wine Bar
Located in the heart of the historic Gold Coast since 1985, a must for visitors wanting a local experience. This gem is unrivaled in ambiance. Extensive menu with breakfast all day, full bar, serving late night. Live music nightly!
Merlo on Maple
The only authentic Bolognese cuisine located in the heart of the Gold Coast. Traditional recipies, full bar and superb Italian wines served in an elegant 19th century townhouse. Private rooms available for lunch and dinner functions.
French inspired American neighborhood bistro that marries an intimate atmosphere with fine dining quality cuisine located in the heart of Bucktown.
Sprinkles Cupcakes
After conquering Hollywood with their tiny delicacies, Sprinkles Cupcakes sets up shop in Chicago with handcrafted cupcakes made from the finest ingredients, including sweet cream butter, fresh bananas and carrots, real strawberries and natural citrus zests.
Gather is the perfect blend of the best of European wine culture coupled with the ease of American style. They've created a natural setting where friends and family come to gather and share amazing hospitality, delicious food, superb wine and good company. Bring your friends and family and find out why people are clamoring over Gather.
EL Ideas
EL Ideas is a micro restaurant located on a back alley street in downtown Chicago. The name - in addition to being homage to the elevated train system of Chicago (and many other meanings of 'el') – is an abbreviation for Elevated Ideas in Cuisine and Dining. The cuisine reflects the approach, standards and experience developed over the career of Chef Foss. Prepared with the heart and precision of classical cooking techniques with modern twists thrown in, items roll onto and off of this award winning restaurants menu, quickly.
Mindy Friedler and Mark Bires, the husband-and-wife team who also operate downtown po' boy shop Mac and Min's, are behind this sandwich-focused restaurant and lounge in Wicker Park. The encyclopedic menu includes 100 sandwiches (such as the Spence M with bacon, peanut butter, apple, cranberry sauce and basil, and the Walker P with prosciutto, soppressata, fried eggplant, peppers, provolone and Southwest mayo), plus a build-your-own option, all served with a couple of sides of your choice. You'll also five burger varieties, appetizers and one of the more impressive beer and whiskey lists in town. Outdoor seating along Division Street is a big draw during the summer; indoors, a small stage hosts live music acts and a 10-foot big-screen TV shows movies and major sporting events.
Allgauer's Restaurant
Allgauer's Restaurant features steak, chops, pasta and seafood. Join them for breakfast, lunch, dinner and their award winning champagne Sunday brunch.
Nick's Fishmarket
Fine dining seafood restaurant with the freshest seafood and impeccable service with attention to detail.
South Water Kitchen
Bustling Loop gathering spot serving creative, affordable interpretations of American favorites, classic cocktails, and additional tavern-style menu for fast, casual meals.
Piazza, Hyatt Lodge
Relish the unparalleled lake views and premier Italian cuisine served in a casually elegant atmosphere with an extensive wine selection from all over the world.
CITY:Oak Brook
Parkers' Restaurant & Bar
Contemporary, upscale dining, using only the freshest fish and seasonal ingredients available, served by our professional staff. Private banquet rooms for up to 100, for any occasion.
CITY:Downers Grove
Sushi Taiyo Restaurant
Sushi bar and restaurant featuring contemporary sushi, sashimi, updated Asian fare and a cocktail menu including sake, unique martinis, champagne, wine and Japanese beers.
Vivo Restaurant
When it comes to true Italian cuisine, few restaurants rival this rustic yet stylish veteran. Vivo opened its doors almost two decades ago, triggering a culinary landslide in the Randolph Street market district, the impact of which is still being felt today.
Erie Cafe
The Erie Cafe is a classic Chicago steakhouse. Specializing in steaks and chops, they also offer seafood, veal and pasta.
The Benchmark menu includes some new and creative items as well as updated twists on familiar menu favorites. With 46 TV's Benchmark is the perfect place to catch a game with old friends or make some new ones. The highlight of the venue is the first of its kind, fully retractable roof covering most of the 2nd floor. It's Chicago's first convertible beer garden.