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Pasadena Wedding Venue
1401 South Oak Knoll Avenue
Pasadena, California 91208
Contact: Catering Sales Department
Phone: 626/585-6244
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How do you define elegance? One possible answer is The Langham Huntington, Pasadena. Since its unveiling in 1907, this legendary hotel has been a favorite for high-profile events, celebrity soirées and discerning world travelers. Lavishly renovated in the early '90s by Ritz-Carlton, the Huntington legacy continues to flourish under its new owner, Langham Hotels International, one of the oldest and most prestigious hoteliers in the world.
Brides planning their once-in-a-lifetime event might begin in the Horseshoe Garden behind the hotel. Originally the main entrance, today it's the most striking vantage point from which to appreciate the Huntington's imposing architecture: The building's stone façade and balustrades strike a classical pose against the contour of the San Gabriel foothills, which echo the hotel's timeless grandeur. Center stage is a broad stone landing with twin staircases that sweep down toward a sprawling manicured lawn. This spectacular park-like enclave, dotted with colorful blooms, swaying palm trees and lush greenery, invites you to dream large for your wedding ceremony: Make a fairytale entrance in a horse-drawn carriage, a classic Rolls Royce, or even atop a beribboned elephant!
In contrast, the sequestered Japanese Garden has a quiet, almost mystical beauty. A step-down waterfall pond is spanned by a curved footbridge, an inspired spot for an intimate ceremony. Here, whispered endearments mingle with the sound of trickling water, evoking an aura of enchantment. Overlooking the garden's border, the weathered wooden trestle of the old Picture Bridge lends a turn-of-the-century nod to the serene setting.
Yet there's nothing understated about the hotel's posh interior. A stroll to one of the ballrooms takes you along marbled hallways lined with priceless artwork and antiquities—Chinese porcelain, portraits from the era of Gainsborough, and hand-painted ceiling murals, for example. Several glass-walled corridors frame a view of the Courtyard, an outdoor haven where blossoming pear trees fringe a tranquil pond. Relaxed yet refined, the Courtyard is the just the place for a chic cocktail hour.
Next, host an impeccably serviced reception in one of the hotel's sumptuous ballrooms. The historic Georgian Ballroom feels palatial, with its soaring arched ceiling, stained-glass windows, and gorgeous pear-shaped chandeliers, each one fashioned of thousands of brilliant crystals and ringed with candelabra-style lights. Or consider the storied Viennese Ballroom, featuring a vaulted ceiling edged in gold and a glittering constellation of crystal chandeliers designed by the same atelier that crafted the chandeliers in the palace of King Ludwig II of Bavaria. If you prefer the natural glow of stars and moonlight, then stage your festivities on the Viennese Terrace, an open-air expanse that takes advantage of Pasadena's warm summer nights. The hotel's newest addition is the super-sized Huntington Ballroom that lets you fête 750 guests in swanky style. Many a high-society gala has graced these ballrooms over the decades, and it takes no imagination at all to envision the gleam of silver and fine china, the swirl of satin gowns and the lighthearted laughter that will accompany your own celebration at such an incomparable establishment.
To this cornucopia of luxury add a world-class spa, Michelin Star-winning cuisine by Top Chef winner Michael Voltaggio, and the plushest of accommodations. Yes, The Langham Huntington, Pasadena does indeed seem like the quintessential definition of elegance.
CEREMONY CAPACITY: The hotel holds up to 300 seated guests indoors, and 650 seated outdoors.
EVENT/RECEPTION CAPACITY: The hotel accommodates 650 seated or 1,400 standing indoors and 650 seated or 1,400 standing outdoors.
MEETING CAPACITY: Meeting spaces seat 1,000 guests.
25% of the food and beverage minimum, along with the site fee, is required to reserve your date. An additional 25% of the food and beverage minimum is due 90 days prior to the event. The final anticipated balance plus an additional 10% of the food and beverage minimum to cover any unexpected costs is due 21 days prior. Rental fees range $750–$5,000 depending on the day and number of hours of the event. Weddings start at $150/person. A 22% service charge and sales tax are added. Food and beverage minimums vary by size of ballroom, day of the week and time of day.
Wedding Receptions
Special Events, Parties
Business Functions/Meetings
Rehearsal Dinners
On-Site Accommodations
Catering: provided
Kitchen Facilities: n/a
Tables & Chairs: provided
Linens, Silver, etc.: provided
Restrooms: wheelchair accessible
Dance Floor: portable provided
Bride's & Groom's Dressing Area: CBA
Meeting Equipment: CBA
Parking: valet required
Accommodations: 380 guestrooms
Telephone: pay phone or house phone
Outdoor Night Lighting: CBA
Outdoor Cooking Facilities: BBQ CBA
Cleanup: provided
View: garden patio, panorama of hills, landscaped grounds, mountains, garden, fountain, waterfall
Other: on site wedding cake, spa services, event coordination, AV equipment, wi-fi, fitness center, nearby golf and bike-riding
Fountain/Water Feature
Garden Patio/Courtyard
Landscaped Grounds
Banquet Hall/Events Facility
Historic/Landmark Building
Alcohol: provided
Smoking: outdoors in designated areas
Music: amplified OK indoors
Wheelchair Access: yes
Insurance: required for vendors only
Wheelchair Accessible
Year-round, daily.
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Updated: 03/22/2013 10:04 AM KSTP.com By: Joe Mazan
Police in West Saint Paul are investigating a woman who allegedly stole thousands of dollars meant for kids.
The West Saint Paul Youth Athletic Association says their former treasurer used the program's debit cards and checks for personal expenses. After confronting the woman the group says she admitted taking $25,000 over the last year.
The Youth Association fired the woman and charges have not yet been filed.

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Cost: $7-$9
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The 8th annual Northern Virginia Jewish Book Festival (NVJBF) celebrates Sammy Spider's 20th birthday! Sammy's many stories exemplify the experience of Jewish holidays and Jewish life for children, who share Sammy's eagerness for silliness, fun, and knowledge about the world around them. A birthday party breakfast filled with fun, crafts, music and stories - and plenty of opportunities to take photos to remember this special day at the JCCNV. Co-sponsored by Gesher Jewish Day School.
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FORT WALTON BEACH — Okaloosa County Tax Collector's Office field agents are collecting delinquent business tax receipts Monday through Friday during business hours.
Agents identify themselves as "deputy tax collectors" and state their office during pick-up.
BTRs, also known as occupational licenses, are required to conduct business in Okaloosa County.
Visit any Okaloosa County Tax Collector Branch, go to www.OkaloosaTax.com, or call 651-7300 to pay off a delinquent receipt.


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How To Be A Star
(photo © Linus & The Feel Good Factory)
Linus Hui is a Hong-Kong born and bred artist. Having acquired a Product Design degree from the Polytechnic University of Hong Kong, in 2009, Linus commenced on working on paper-crafted costumes and self-portraits that were to be presented through the Flickr photo sharing website. Due to its originality and aesthetic outcome, Linus' project soon became very popular encouraging him to enrich his portfolio with other works of the same culture. Alongside his personal projects, he has also designed some paper sculptures for Lane Crawford, a leading luxury retailing company in Hong Kong and China. For 2011, the Feel Good Factory will be enhanced with the Linus' Know How' - a humorous self-help guide, which is aimed at discussing and dealing with any personal situation.
Yet, because the personal view of the artist is always more clarifying and quotes make a text much more interesting, Yatzer chased Linus Hui to gain a firsthand sight of his aspect of the 'Feel Good Factory'....
How to dress accordingly in a cocktail party
1. Socialise and receive cocktail party invitations
2. Expand your wardrobe by carefully selecting some delicious outfit
3. Consider the theme of the cocktail party
4. If it's Hawaiian themed, refuse
5. If it's a fancy dress party, just go there nude and don't shave your naughty bits. It's fanciful enough
6. If the theme of the cocktail party is not specified, you will need to come up with your own theme
7. A tux or a nice dress is always good
8. wear something tight to highlight your physique
9. It doesn't matter even if you are fat. It will still highlight your physique
10. If you are really out of idea, go with what's on the plate
11. Envision the social scenes. Choose a colour palette. Decide where you will hang out the most. Make your own outfit
12. Prawn cocktail, anyone?
(photo & Haute-couture tutorial © Linus & The Feel Good Factory)
We admit that when we first saw your work, our first thought was that this is rather a unique concept. Would you like to explain how you came up with this idea?
I had competed 2 daily self-portraits before, and I thought it would be interesting to have a series of daily projects (for 365 days) that had a coherent theme. Also, straying away from my daily emotions and my daily activity, I wanted to test my creativity and create a new "genre". Since I have started to fall in love with using paper and making paper costumes, it was only natural that I should create a paper item for a topic each day. Whereas the self-help guide was unintentional, I started the paper costume project on the 3rd day, and I thought a humorous self-help guide would communicate very well with the readers.
What is the inspiration for your themes?
I am inspired by our daily, "mundane" thoughts and behaviours, and "literal interpretations" of idioms. I love idioms, and I love the idioms about animals the best. They just give me fantastic reasons to design and make little animal costumes. Also, I find our emotional journeys from love to hate, from loneliness to our sense of belonging very inspirational. We all go through them, and we are all linked by them, as people.
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(photo © Linus & The Feel Good Factory)
If I Only Had A Heart
(photo © Linus & The Feel Good Factory)
We noticed in your work that you tackle issues from our everyday lives but always depict them in a humoristic manner. Was there some sort of identification that you are aiming for? For instance, a chance of seeing the amusing side of our everyday matters?
My humoristic manner of handling subjects, especially for our delicate emotions and problems, is actually a pessimistic reaction to life. If we cannot really solve these problems, we may as well enjoy ourselves, and my approach is to see our subjects' contradictions and absurdity. On the other hand, sarcasm is also a good defence against the grown-up world.
How To Grow A Lovely Pair
(photo © Linus & The Feel Good Factory)
What makes Linus feel good?
Linus feels good when he has having his feet up, after a good supper, watching a lovely television programme and having a nap - in other words, being well-fed and content. I also enjoy watching my bunny very much.
Is there any other project that you are currently working on?
I have just finished making a big paper set for a commercial print ad. My goal is to finish this year's daily self portrait, and start with new material in the coming year. I have my heart set on leather and metal. I have always wanted to work with sheet metal, and I would like to experiment the techniques and shapes I use on paper.
How to control your trouser snake
1. Wait for it to nest in your bush
2. If stirred, leave it in peace
3. It will surely come around and have a peek once in a while
4. You may choose to control it telepathically
5. If your snake is not deterred, beat it repeatedly until it backs down
6. Or gently stroke its head, until it is heavily hypnotised
7. Once they regurgitate, they will sleep
8. Perhaps you may also let your snake exercise and exhaust it
9. Find a certain cave, best warm, moist and uninhibited
10. Let your snake slither in, does its push ups or whatever exercise
11. In approximately 2 seconds to 2 hours, it will be tired enough
12. Homewards it will come
13. Obviously, you may get rid of them once and for all
14. Visit a local snakemonger, have your snake removed and live happily ever after, alone
(photo & Slytherin advice © Linus & The Feel Good Factory)
How To Crash A Royal Wedding Party
(photo © Linus & The Feel Good Factory)
How To Charm Pants Off
(photo © Linus & The Feel Good Factory)
How To Transform Yourself Into A Crazy Ballerina From A Movie
(photo © Linus & The Feel Good Factory)
How To Effectively Win An Argument
(photo © Linus & The Feel Good Factory)
How To Be Safe In The Waters
(photo © Linus & The Feel Good Factory)
How To Be Courageous
(photo © Linus & The Feel Good Factory)
How To Judge, Jury and Execute
(photo © Linus & The Feel Good Factory)
How To Blend In With Nature
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Samsung HT-D6730W Blu-ray Home Theater System - HT-D6730W/ZA
Learn more about Samsung HT-D6730W Blu-ray Home Theater System:
|Samsung HT-D6730W is a 7.1-channel home theater system with new surround sound technologies, a wideband amp and super tweeter speakers for warmer, more natural sound. The Samsung HT-D6730W delivers high-fidelity, robust audio. When combined with the super tweeter speakers that are included in the set, the user experiences a warmer and more natural audio soundscape in both 2D and 3D. The HT-D6730W supports HD formats including Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby True HD and DTS-HD Master Audio, as well as Samsung's Crystal Sound Plus and 3D Sound technology. The HT-D6730W is the first home theater system to offer Samsung's Advanced Vertical Surround sound. The front height speakers have now been incorporated into the tall boy for a cleaner look and can be adjusted to deliver an immersive vertical surround sound experience. Designed to complement the full line of Samsung's stylish HDTVs, the HT-D6730W sports a midnight black, high gloss finish for an elegance that blends with other components in the room. The system consists of six speakers: a wide center channel speaker for clear dialog, a large but unobtrusive passive radiator subwoofer, two tower super tweeter speakers which include embedded height channel speakers and two surround speakers. The speakers operate without protection grilles, improving sound clarity and giving them a stylishly retro appearance.
Customer Reviews of Samsung HT-D6730W Blu-ray Home Theater System
Just as described10/2/2012
Just as described, will buy from again
Great sale!9/11/2012
I got my product in 2 days of ordering. Ordered on a holiday & chose ground shipping. This product is very sharp looking & I love the touch screen display on the player. Has alot of options to choose to your liking. My only downfall with this product is it still hangs up on scratches or dirt marks. Not really happy about that but I am used to it because my dinosaur surround did the same thing. I'm still learning about it so I can't give a better review but all-in-all it's a great deal for price
Good Product, good seller3/23/2012
Bought this to go with a Samsung 55inch flat screen, easy to set up and sounds great. Towers are a little taller than I would like, but sound great.


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Is your child overweight? Dieting alone may not be the answer. It's often more beneficial to encourage healthy habits in your youngster—so weight problems don't become a lifelong issue.
Why children's weight matters
The negative effects of being overweight in childhood go beyond playground teasing. Overweight children have a higher risk for many health problems—during childhood and into adulthood, according to the CDC.
Children with weight problems often have conditions that may not develop until later in life, such as type 2 diabetes. They also may have a higher risk of developing cancer as an adult. And, heart disease is more common in adults who were heavy as children.
A child who is overweight also has a high risk of being an overweight adult. The risk rises with age. Only about 20 percent of 4-year-olds who are overweight will face obesity in adulthood. But, 80 percent of adolescents who are overweight are likely to have severe weight problems as adults, the CDC says.
Try these healthy changes
Do you think your child has a weight problem? First, check with your child's doctor to be sure.
Most weight problems are caused by too little activity and too much food. Most children who are overweight don't need to diet. They simply need to be encouraged to eat moderate portions of healthy foods and be more physically active. As they grow taller, their weight should stay the same or increase by only a normal amount.
Encourage your child to adopt small—but significant—habits that can last a lifetime:
Offer healthy choices that are naturally low in calories, such as fruits, vegetables, and low-fat or fat-free yogurt.
Plan healthy meals and snacks for the family. Look at food labels and choose items low in fat and high in nutrition.
Set limits on TV and computer time. Encourage your children to do something active instead.
Plan family exercise outings. Go for a hike, ride bikes, or walk the dog.
Insist that all meals and snacks be eaten at the dining table.
Switch from whole to low-fat milk once children are 2 years old.
Don't serve sugary beverages, such as carbonated sodas, which only provide empty calories.
Teach children how to order healthy food when dining out. One idea: Replace fries with a side salad.
Support your child
Children of every shape and size need love and acceptance from their parents. It's especially important for children who are overweight to know that their parents' affection doesn't depend on their weight. Here are some ways to support your youngster:
Praise your child's strengths, abilities, and character. Nurture his or her dreams. Tell your child that he or she is special and important. This teaches the child that worth isn't all about appearance.
Value health regardless of body size. Get your child focused on overall well-being. Promote mental as well as physical health.
Teach your child that his or her body is a good body so that the child is inspired to take care of it. Showing respect for your child's body sets a good example for him or her to follow.
Recognize the small changes your child makes to become healthier. These are the building blocks to greater success.


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Shortly before midnight, the armed robber approached the resident as he got out of his car at his Boston Turnpike home, police said. The robber assaulted him, demanded valuables and ran — possibly to an awaiting vehicle, they said.


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Leave it to C.S. Lewis to write things that chase and haunt me. That passage about describing light to people who had always lived in darkness? The one where he explains the same light falls on each of us? Yes, that one: Is it not quite possible that they would imagine that, since they were […]
Osage Community Elks Lodge #2705 in Laurie helped to make a better Christmas for 115 households in Morgan and Camden counties through the Laurie Elks Christmas Basket Program 2014.
An existing restaurant and bar in the Greenview area had its rezoning for compliance with Camden County Lake Area Planning & Zoning recommended for approval Wednesday, Dec. 17.
The following is a listing of general highway maintenance and construction work in the mid-Missouri area for the two-week period of Dec. 22, 2014 – Jan. 2 , 2015.
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Kittrell Job Corps Center participates in Day of Prayer
On Thursday, Kittrell Job Corps Center participated in the 62nd annual National Day of Prayer at the center's flagpole. From 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., approximately 125 Job Corps students and staff joined members of the local community and members of the Henderson-Vance Ministers Community Partnership to lift prayers.
Those gathered prayed for their fellow students and staff (and their family members), community supporters and employers, the nation itself, President Barack Obama, other elected officials at all levels of government; and servicemen and women who sacrificed for the country.
Members of the Henderson-Vance Ministers Community Partnership who were on hand for this event included: the Dr. Rev. Cassandra Sparrow, the Rev. Carolyn Roy, the Rev. Elijah Coleman, Dorothy Coleman, and Danny and Wanda Herion.


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Tampa, Florida - On Tuesday, Tampa Electric received final approval to significantly expand the Polk Power Station, and the company expects to begin construction in January.
Florida Gov. Rick Scott and his Cabinet, sitting as the Power Plant Siting Board, unanimously approved the company's Site Certification Application to expand the plant and build about 40 miles of transmission lines.
It was the second of two major approvals the project required. The Florida Public Service Commission previously confirmed the need for the expansion in December 2012.
"This is a win-win for our customers and the environment," said Gordon Gillette, president of Tampa Electric. "This project will allow Tampa Electric to significantly increase the plant's output to better serve our customers - to operate more efficiently on existing land."
Tampa Electric plans to expand the plant by about 460 megawatts, or enough electricity to power more than 100,000 homes. The expansion would convert the four existing simple-cycle natural gas units to a more efficient combined-cycle unit by January 2017. At the peak of construction, the project would create about 500 local jobs.
The expansion is needed by 2017 to accommodate customer growth and to replace purchased-power agreements due to expire.
The $700 million project would capture the waste heat of the existing combustion turbines and increase the output of the gas-fired units by 70 percent. The project also would improve transmission reliability and dramatically reduce emissions of nitrogen oxide and carbon dioxide of the company's system.
Polk Power Station is home to several innovative projects, including one of the world's few integrated gasification combined-cycle (IGCC) power plants.
In addition, construction on the Regional Reclaimed Water Partnership Initiative water transmission pipeline is nearly complete. The project will allow Tampa Electric to collect reclaimed water from the City of Lakeland, treat it and use it for cooling water at the Polk Power Station.
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so looking more into casein, I wanted to be sure Culturelle's adult probiotics did not have any. Here's my exchange with them:
Thank you for your recent inquiry regarding Culturelle. We are pleased to inform you that Culturelle is free from gluten, lactose, casein and soy. We wish you great success should you begin on Culturelle. If you have any further questions, please feel free to contact Consumer Resources toll-free at 1-800-722-3476.
My response: Thanks so much for your reply. I did notice that on your new adult chewables, it lists that mannitol can come from corn or wheat, but then on the package it says gluten free. If all wheat has gluten in it, and there is a possibility that this product might be derived from wheat, shouldn't this be labeled not gluten free? Thanks for any clarification you are able to provide!
Their response: The mannitol can originally be derived from wheat or corn. However, the mannitol is so ground and processed that the allergen component (protein) is basically removed so the product is considered gluten-free. There is also just a trace amount ( less than 0.1 mg) of mannitol used.
would you take the chewable form or stick with the capsules? I've got plenty of the capsules left to last me awhile, but I wanted to know everyone's thoughts.


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The recent presidential and vice presidential debates have been closely watched by the American Public. In an era when television has moved away from serials, dramas and sit-coms in favor of reality TV, and the major media outlets have moved from watchdog journalism to entertainment news, we should consider replacing the State of the Union Address and infrequent press conferences with live debates.
Our presidents and congressional leaders have failed to serve their constituents, allowing gridlock and partisan feuds to rule the day. Instead of feeling hopeless, awaiting the next election cycle to see if a true leader can emerge, why not demand that they debate the issues they all claim they want to solve? Instead of pawns we could become participants in the live drama by becoming far more aware of what is going on in our nation's capital.
At least once per year the president should spend an hour-and-a-half debating major issues with a member of the opposing party, such as the Speaker of the House or Senate Majority Leader, and explain what they are doing or why they haven't accomplished the many promises they so adamantly told us they would accomplish if elected. This would give each side a stage to bring the compelling issues before the American public. Nowhere to hide, nowhere to run. They can call each other liars and insist the facts have been twisted, but the major issues of the day would be front and center and in full view of the American public instead of presented at staged, scripted events.
Take for example the current issues swirling around the now confirmed terrorist attack in Benghazi. How much would we know today were it not for the debates and upcoming elections? The press didn't demand accountability until more details were coming out as a result of the debates. How serious are presidential appearances and interviews on shows like the View, late night comedy shows or Entertainment Tonight? Our nation's leaders have been able to hide behind subordinates and entertainment celebrities instead of facing the nation and responding publicly and personally to their critics.
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British and French printmaking 1600 - 1900
14 May - 20 July 2014
This display celebrates the completion of a print cataloguing project funded by the Esmée Fairbairn Foundation.
The prints came to the Gallery from The Courtauld Institute of Art's Witt Library —
an extensive pictorial record of European paintings and drawings collected by Courtauld benefactor Sir Robert Witt (1872-1952) for reference purposes, with additional material from the H.J. Cornish collection.
From religious imagery to caricature, the variety of subject matter and techniques seen in this selection of British and French works reveals the richness and diversity of the Witt Library print collection.


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Dark figure of crime is the amount of crime which is unreported or unknown. There is a dark figure of crime which is committed, but does not appear in the criminal statistics. The total amount of crime in a community consists of crimes which are known or recorded and the dark figure of crime.
Criminologists have used differing methods (like victimization surveys) to try to decrease the amount of unknown (dark figure of crime) or unrecorded crime. Considering the notion of a dark figure of crime is based on a positivist approach to criminology and assumes that crime is real or objective.
The 'dark figure' in the dark figure of crime is not some sinister character but a theory that postulates that we do not know how much crime is out there and with current methods of studying the phenomenon of crime we have no way of knowing the truth.
The Uniform Crime Report and the National Crime Victimization Survey are widely known sources of crime statistics, offering an analysis of crime data to figure out the dark figure of crime. But, there is no equivalent measure of campus crime at the national level. Therefore, campus crime is known as the dark figure of crime or the unknown crime.
Research Strategy for Bringing to Light the Dark
Figure of Campus Crime: Journal: Campus Law Enforcement Journal Volume:34 Issue:6
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When you mention the name of these shoes a lot of folks think stereos, but not us. Instead, we think about the Kenwood section of Chicago, home to the Museum of Science and Industry. Every visit to this magnificent building guarantees you'll see something you've never noticed before, which is fitting since every glance at our Kenwoods will lead you to pick up on a different aspect of these uniquely versatile shoes. The first thing that catches your eye will probably be the raised, hand-sewn stitching on the vamp as well as the single oak leather sole, two design aspects that work together to create the sleek toe you expect from a classic American penny loafer. But then your eye will spy the sophisticated beef-roll on the penny saddle and the hand-sewn kicker in the back, both of which have the formality for a pulled-together business casual look. Finally, you'll glance the delicate serrated pinking on the tongue and quarters that lend this footwear just the right hint of soulful charm you'll want for weekend wear. Cultured and adaptable, these shoes are sure to be the apple of your eye.


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Fiskville investigation
CFA is committed to implementing all 10 recommendations of Professor Joy's Fiskville Report: Understanding the Past to Inform the Future (June 2012).
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Keep up the good work!
Plateaus are difficult at best. What are you doing for nutrition & exercise? It's all about calorie deficit. I'm kind of following "The Men's Health Big Book of Exercises". The nutrition plan has 3 rules: 1) Eliminate added sugar, 2) Cut back on starch, 3) Watch your calories. I am following exercises from the book. I journal both nutrition & exercise so I can see what worked & what didn't. I'm a very analytical person, so, I'm having a great time "experimenting".
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The 20-year-old, whose deal also has the option of a further year, made two first-team appearances for the Hammers last season although they were both in cup matches.
Potts has made five league appearances for West Ham so far and he is now hoping to add to that tally next term.
He told his club's official website: "I'm very excited to have signed the new contract. We're into the summer break now and it's good to put pen to paper.
"I'm looking forward to pre-season already and can't wait to get back going. Hopefully I can get a good pre-season under my belt and push into the season itself.
"It's going to be a massive year for me personally. Not only for the club, but also from my point of view it's a big year and I'm hoping to push on this pre-season and force my way into the team.
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There stood the Good German. He is proud. There was also a man,
Behind the drab uniforms. The one who was plain, but whose,
Heart beat fervently and yearned for glory. When proud marches,
Passed his way, their colours blazing and beckoning, he turned,
Red, black, green; a rainbow it seems. But he never turned yellow.
He gaped at the insignias and symbols, imbued with power by,
Oratories and make believe fallacies. Caught in the maelstrom,
Of emotions and fervour, he heeded their calls. Puppet strings,
Appearing as ethereal wings to his fooled perceptions rose as high ,
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That wove it to the sinews of his shoulders; the oaths bound him.
He is an archangel, a protector of ideals, principles or men's,
Religions. He can do no wrong, or so he thought, when orders,
Went his way and he "executes" them. His wings he believes are,
His, but the height of his soaring is determined by the whims of,
Vile giants, who steers upon crashing rocks, lost ships of history.
He is Alpha-one up to Zulu-Infinity, reliant on his weapons,
And battlefield ferocity. Always, he hoped, a worthy protector,
Of those he values the most. He is everywhere, a waiting sentinel,
On wherever scorched or inhospitable parcel of earth maybe. Peace,
They tell him, is to be forced on everybody. Or cleansed if need be.
He is in the army, the spy networks, the police force, the special
And killing machine units. He yearns to prove his value and worth,
Blinded by the brass his masters wore, and the warrior's ethos that
Stirs his soul. He is everywhere. From the trenches of Africa to the
Cockpits of Western aerial wings, there he lies and patiently waits.
He hears the orders, loud and clear. The radio is lustful and deafening,
The signals and codes turn firm and clinical, no longer imbued with the,
Warmth of brotherly feelings. He wades then, into blood. He sees then,
The sparkle dim from the innocent's eyes. He smells the stench of burnt
Flesh consigned to fiery dustbins; an oven he plays a part in the making.
He waded in and did not retreat. He is in service of humanity, immersed
On trainings and indoctrinations. The confusion that assails, they tell him,
Is only the enemies' psychological offensives. 'You are armed', his masters
Shout from raised pulpits and dais, 'with righteousness and truth'. But
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The Rays aren't the only team in the Bay Area having trouble
Sep 28, 2010, 11:59 AM EDT
I do my best to avoid ever thinking about the NFL, but since some of you mentioned it in the comments, I feel obligated to note that the Rays aren't the only team having trouble selling tickets in the Bay Area. The Bucs are facing an entire season's worth of blackouts.
Can't blame the stadium or the location for that one. You probably can blame ticket prices. Maybe the on-the-field product (I know the Bucs are 2-1, but are they any good? No clue). Really, though, I don't know enough about football economics to even hope to draw an intelligent conclusion from this.
Maybe if we put them back in orange jerseys?
- sportsdrenched - Sep 28, 2010 at 12:04 PM
…that everyone in the area is from some where else, and only care about their home teams.
Maybe some other commenters in the area can verify this. But I had heard that there is a NYY and Cubs radio affiliate in the TB/STP metro area.
If that's true, talk about an uphill battle.
- Old Gator - Sep 28, 2010 at 12:15 PM
Craig, the reason you don't understand football economics is that it's so logical. When you've been dealing for so long with baseball economics, the financial equivalent of string theory (and by that I don't mean like a quipa – http://www.thocp.net/hardware/quipa.htm) – the plain simple relational lines and easy calculations you could do on your fingers (if you drop all those zeros) can seem terrifying.
- Jonny5 - Sep 28, 2010 at 12:27 PM
When they were winning, with the chuckie doll at the helm, the Bucs packed that place. Packed it to the gills. How else could they pay for a gigantic pirate ship?
- Old Gator - Sep 28, 2010 at 12:29 PM
Maybe they're moonlight as coelocanth fishermen off the coast of Somalia?
- Jonny5 - Sep 28, 2010 at 12:45 PM
The way they've played the last few years makes me think it might be more up their alley than football is. Imagine the reaction you'd get as a Pirate if you're 7′ 345 lbs instead of a more Somalian size of 5'6″ 150 lbs…. They may not even need guns……
- Tony A - Sep 28, 2010 at 12:46 PM
Maybe if they changed their name to "Devil Bucs"…
- Kiwicricket - Sep 28, 2010 at 3:27 PM
I remember this from last year, and still I just don't know what to make of it. The actually refuse to put games on television??? Incredible.
- flpunx - Sep 28, 2010 at 3:44 PM
Fairweather fans run rampant in Tampa Bay. Yes, this goes against what is happening with the Rays right now, but the Bucs are a 5 win team this year, as they were last year, and until this team goes back to the playoffs, every single home game is going to be blacked out. If we (Steeler Nation) couldn't even sell out that stadium, no one will. And it is BS to have to depend on the visiting team to bring 80% of the ticket sales into town with them just so you can sell out your game. Congratulations Tampa Bay, on another poorly attended, lackluster football season. No wonder the Glazers bought Chelsea United.
- Kiwicricket - Sep 28, 2010 at 4:35 PM
Chelsea United?
- RickB - Sep 28, 2010 at 5:01 PM
There is a Yankees radio affiliate in the Tampa area, but I think it is only allowed to carry games that don't conflict with Rays games. It also has signal problems–a directional antenna pattern that doesn't cover the whole area, and low power at night. I don't know about a Cubs affiliate.
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The lonely silence of this night
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Bight Aquatic Preserve is the southern most aquatic preserve
located in the lower half of the Florida Keys archipelago. It
is unique in the state system because within the clear, tropical
waters are living coral reef communities. This aquatic
preserve includes a sheltered tropical lagoon and open ocean environments
which are separated by a chain of islands: the Newfound Harbor
patch reefs are often circular, domed formations found on the hard
bottom areas of the Atlantic portion of the preserve. They
offer habitat for a multitude of brightly colored tropical fish and
other marine life. Since these patch reefs are located in
relatively shallow water, they allow a good opportunity for
wildlife observation and photography.
Bight is a shallow semi-enclosed basin approximately 2.2 miles (3.5
kilometers) long and 1.6 miles (2.5 kilometers) wide with an
average 6 foot (1.8 meter) depth near the center. Rare wading birds can
often be observed foraging in the shallow waters of the tropical
lagoon and amongst the mangroves. The endangered Key deer
traverse the shallow waters to move from island to island. The
grass flats are comprised mostly of turtle grass and offer shelter
to a variety of finfish of recreational and commercial importance.
1969, Statutory authority is found in Chapters 253 and 258, Florida
Statutes, and Chapters 18-20 and 18-21, Florida Administrative
Coupon Bight
Aquatic Preserve is south of Big Pine Key, Monroe County.
Coupon Bight
Aquatic Preserve encompasses 6,000 acres of seagrass meadows, hard
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Coupon Bight
Aquatic Preserve is comprised of the following natural communities:
shallow patch reefs, consolidated substrate (hard bottom),
beds, coastal berm and beach, and
mangroves. The shallow patch
reefs and the hard bottom communities can be found in the open
ocean section of the preserve, south of the Newfound Harbor Keys.
Coupon Bight, the tropical lagoon section of the preserve, is north
of the Newfound Harbor Keys. The northern section is comprised of
hard bottom communities while the southern section is mostly
seagrass beds. All of the islands within the preserve are ringed by
mangroves. The most extensive beach development runs along the
Atlantic shoreline of Big Pine Key and the Newfound Harbor Keys.
The coastal berm runs parallel to the beach and along the northern
shore of Coupon Bight.
grouper, snapper, snook, bonefish, permit and stone crabs are a few
of the important commercial and recreational species found in
the aquatic preserve. Unfortunately, many of these species are
also ecologically important to the health of the various
communities of the preserve. Grouper, snapper and snook are
some of the top predators living on coral reefs. These predators
feed on smaller reef fish and help to maintain a natural
balance on the reefs.
In addition, to providing habitat
for many important commercial and recreational marine species the shallow
patch reefs provide storm protection and habitat diversity as well
as baffling wave energy.
Mangrove communities contribute
substantially to the health and productivity of marine systems in
the preserve. Shoreline stabilization, storm protection,
filtration and stabilization of sediments, nutrient cycling and
habitat diversity are only a few of the many functions that this
community performs.
Marine grassbeds are a major
component of the aquatic resources of the preserve. Seagrasses
stabilize sediments, baffle wave energy, cycle nutrients, and
provide substrate for a complex floral and faunal community.
Abundant food and cover make this an important resource for
invertebrates and a nursery area for many fish species.
The beach is used as a nesting area
by sea turtles and as a foraging area by wading birds. The coastal berm
offers additional storm protection to the upland areas.
A string of
islands, the Newfound Harbor Keys, extends west from the eastern
end of Big Pine Key. The islands are separated from each other by
shallow water which is used as a foraging area by wading birds. The
endangered Key deer is able to traverse these shallow waters and
use these islands as foraging grounds. Coral patch reefs can
be found parallel to these islands on the Atlantic Ocean side.
The early
native Americans and Bahamian fisherman harvested the abundant fish
and turtles and salvaged the cargoes of unfortunate sailing ships
that were dashed upon the treacherous reefs. The somewhat sketchy but
colorful exploits of the pirates who plundered the treasure laden
ships of the Spanish fleets were also to become an indelible
page in the Keys� history. Later, the descendants of these
enterprising sailors and the immigrants from the Bahamas and
Cuba were to become permanent colonizers of this chain of islands.
The ever present threat to navigation, the tropical growing climate
and the rich bounty of the sea were the mainstay of a culture
devoted to ship salvage (wreckers), citrus and pineapple
plantations, and the sponge, turtle and fishing industries.
The preserve offers opportunities for boating, kayaking,
snorkeling, diving, fishing, lobstering, wildlife observation and
Commercial ventures in the preserve include fishing for lobster and
stone crabs, charter boats for fishing, diving and snorkeling,
sponging and tropical fish collection.
The Newfound Harbor Marine Institute offers programs in marine
education for children. The Boy Scouts of America utilize the
preserve for teaching sailing, kayaking and marine education.
Coupon Bight Aquatic Preserve is designated as an Outstanding
Florida Water.
Research by the Florida Department
of Environmental Protection includes juvenile fish studies, larval recruitment
of the spiny lobster and studies on the effectiveness of fishing
exclusion zones.
Research and habitat restoration is the primary need for the Coupon
Bight Aquatic Preserve.
Management issues include conflicting uses, increasing watercraft
traffic, the protection of designated species and their
habitat, the protection of bird feeding and resting areas, research
needs, damage to marine resources and acquisition of
environmentally sensitive lands.
Impacts to the natural resources of
Coupon Bight Aquatic Preserve include propeller and grounding damage
to grassbeds and coral, damage to coral patch reefs from careless
or uninformed divers who stand on or touch coral, anchoring on
coral, marine life collecting, sponging, the placement and
retrieval of lobster traps, liveaboard vessels which introduce
waste, sewage and chemicals into the surrounding waters and
vessel mooring for extended periods which shade submerged
Department of Natural Resources. 1992. Coupon Bight Aquatic
Preserve Management Plan. Tallahassee, FL.
Florida Game and Fresh Water Fish
Commission. 1994. Official Lists of Endangered and Potentially
Endangered Fauna and Flora of Florida, compiled by Don A. Wood.
Tallahassee, FL.
Florida Natural Areas Inventory and
Florida Department of Natural Resources. 1990. a Guide to the Natural
Communities of Florida. Tallahassee, FL.
Gato, Jeannette. 1991. The Monroe
County Environmental Story. The Monroe County Environmental
Education Task Force. Big Pine Key, FL.
Kale, Herbet W. and David S.
1990. Florida�s Birds. Pineapple Press, Inc. Sarasota, FL.
Nellis, David W. 1994. Seashore
Plants of South Florida and the Caribbean. Pineapple Press, Inc. Sarasota,
Scurlock, J. Paul. 1987. Native
Trees and Shrubs of the Florida Keys. Laurel & Herbet, Inc.
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SeaWorld San Diego's Dottie the Dolphin, along with senior vet Dr. Todd Schmitt, and Dr. Roger Sur of the UCSD Comprehensive Kidney Stone Center, were featured on today's Good Morning America. The live interview took place from SeaWorld's Rocky Point Preserve, and focused on the extraordinary lengths the park took to preserve the life of one of its dolphins.
Dottie, a 23-year-old Atlantic bottlenose dolphin, went into kidney failure due complications from kidney stones, but thanks to a team of highly-skilled "human" doctors from UC San Diego Medical Center, her life was saved through medical procedures never before performed on a dolphin.
With assistance from Dr. Schmitt and SeaWorld animal care team, Dr. Sur, who had never conducted a medical procedure on a dolphin, performed a cystosopy in SeaWorld's surgical facility. With Dottie's condition still critical, the human/veterinary medical team decided to attempt to break up the kidney stones. The following day, Dr. Sur performed the first ever endoscopic laser lithotripsy procedure on a dolphin and broke up Dottie's kidney stones.
Dottie's recovery took several months, but she has regained the nearly 40 pounds that she lost during her illness. Dottie continues to be monitored through ultrasound, urinalysis and blood samples. She was recently returned to the interaction pools at Rocky Point Preserve following her recovery in the back area pools. SeaWorld veterinarians are happy to report that her kidneys are functioning very well and Dottie is glad to be back in her social group of dolphins and trainers.


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On the Web: http://barnyardbanditssaddleclub.webs.com
For Stencil "Doc" Stokes, riding a horse is the best sort of therapy.
"You can be having the worst day, but then you get on the back of that horse and everything just melts away," he said. "Horses make a big difference."
The 70-year-old Army veteran who served two tours in Vietnam is among the guest speakers making presentations to students at Cresset Christian Academy in celebration of Black History Month. On Wednesday, he told about 45 third, fourth and fifth graders about buffalo soldiers, a female frontier postmaster named Stagecoach Mary and rodeo star Bill Pickett.
When he was a child, Stokes said, he used to watch the movies of Roy Rogers and Gene Autry. His adoptive father, he said, was Ben Miller.
"He was blessed to be trained by Bill Pickett," Stokes said. Pickett gained fame as the first African-American bull riding champion. Back then, the top prize might've been $500. These days, big winners can take home as much as $250,000.
He told students about Pickett's trademark move, biting a bull on the lip to neutralize it so he could wrestle the beast to the ground. They gasped as he shared the story of how Pickett used that trick to stop a stampeding bull that got loose in Madison Square Garden in New York City.
Stokes never hit it big on the bull riding circuit himself, but he has always had a place in his heart for riding and rodeos. He once led the Federation of Black Cowboys in New York. Now he works with the Barnyard Bandits group in Smithfield, hosting trail rides and sharing the lifestyle with the next generation.
Clad in blue jeans, a blue shirt, brown leather vest, dark boots and a black cowboy hat, on Wednesday he showed off the saddle and reins he uses for rides.
"Kids look at cowboys in the movies and they see bad guys," he said. "It always seems to be about the guns. I want to try to keep kids away from guns. I don't carry a gun when I ride. They see it, they want to do it."
He wants children to follow through on their education and to live life to the fullest.
"Don't look down your nose at anybody," he said. "Reach down and try to pick them up and bring them along the way with you."
Hannah Burnett, a 10-year-old fourth grader at Cresset, said that she has been riding for about three years. She doesn't have her own horse yet, "but the one I ride feels like mine."
Stokes asked the students what they wanted to be when they grew up. Some didn't know. A few wanted to be Navy SEALs, doctors, professional bowlers and veterinarians. One said she wanted to be either a reptile hunter or a meteorologist. One wanted to be a cowboy.
"Being a cowboy is hard work," Stokes said. "Honest work."
He urged students to "be the best that you can be."
"Not everybody is an A student or a B student," he said. "If you're going to be a C student, be a good C. You can push up and be one of the best Cs you can be."
Stokes doesn't plan to give up that equine therapy that he enjoys so much anytime soon. If he can make it into the saddle, he'll see where the trail takes him.
"As long as I can still get up there, I'm going to ride," Stokes said.
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1401 West Restaurant at Chicago Marriott Oak Brook
Featuring prime steaks and seafood, our chef blends innovative American cuisine with French country cooking to create regional and seasonal specialties with full bodied flavors.
CITY:Oak Brook
17th Annual Lemont Farmers Market
Visit this hidden gem of Historic Downtown Lemont at its Talcott Square location (corner of Stephen Street & Talcott Street, tucked behind LaDolce Vita and Stonehouse Pub) in historic downtown Lemont. Our market has grown and offers a wide array of bounty, including vegetables and fruits, flowers and plants, bakery, herbs, spices, and more! Plenty of free parking is available on Front Street and in the parking garage on River Street. Held every Tuesday, 8:00am- 1:00pm through Oct 27, 2015.
18th Annual Prairie Day
The Annual Prairie Day is a celebration of the prairie environment held in conjunction with National Prairie Week at Goose Lake Prairie State Natural Area. Presentations on the environment and nature play a very important part of the day's activities as well as highlighting on the special features of the park itself. Various presentations, educational talks, and projects for children are the special offerings of the day. All special amenities of the park are open including the Cragg Cabin, the Visitors Center, butterfly barn, nature trails with wagon rides and etc.
1950s Park Forest House Museum
Operated by the Park Forest Historical Society, this house museum depicts a rental home as it might have appeared in a post-World War II fully planned community. A docent on duty describes the history of the home.
CITY:Park Forest
1950s Park Forest House Museum
Step back into the 1950s in an original rental townhome furnished with toys, dolls, books, clothes and home furnishings of the era, in the first fully-planned post-World War II suburb.
CITY:Park Forest
1st Annual Pierogi Polish Fest
The four-day festival will feature: live music (Polka, Polish dance music and your favorite local cover bands), traditional Polish dancers, carnival rides for all ages, Polish beer and other beverages and of course, among a vast selection of other tasty specials, the star of the fest, Pierogis!
2015 Summer Rooftop Music Series - Strung Out Band
Strung Out is Chicago's most unique classic rock band. Their dynamic blend of guitars, cello, violin, keyboards, bass, and percussion, topped off with outstanding vocalists, create an unforgettable sound. You'll hear the greatest Classic Rock, Pop, Southern Rock, AM/FM Radio Cuts, and everything in between. Songs people know and love, performed by a band that loves to entertain. So get ready to sing, dance, and have fun with the amazing musical experience only Strung Out can provide. This summer, a different live performance is featured each month on the Joliet Area Historical Museum's Outdoor Rooftop Terrace! Doors open at 6:45 pm, and performers take the stage at 7:30 pm. Only $8.00 for Students with valid I.D. and JAHM Members or $10.00 for General Public!
2015 Summer Rooftop Music Series - Train Company
Train Company plays killer, teeth-kicking blues-rock. Since forming in 2008, John Zozzaro (guitar/vocals), Mark Alletag (saxophone), Mike DeWitte (bass/vocals), Rob Lejman (drums) and Sam Wyatt (keys) have explored a sound that has included everything from jazzy pop to bourbon-soaked rock 'n roll. Train Company's success continues through constant gigging, including two recent sold out shows at Chicago's House of Blues alongside Counting Crows and Blues Traveler. Crowds can expect sweaty, high energy shows with no two alike! This summer, a different live performance is featured each month on the Joliet Area Historical Museum's Outdoor Rooftop Terrace! Doors open at 6:45 pm, and performers take the stage at 7:30 pm. Only $8.00 for Students with valid I.D. and JAHM Members or $10.00 for General Public!
2015 U.S. Amateur Championship
The U.S. Amateur is the premier amateur golf championship for players from around the world. Past winners include Arnold Palmer, Jack Nicklaus, and Tiger Woods
CITY:Olympia Fields
3 French Hens Country Market
Bringing the tradition of Open Air Euro Markets to the Midwest, 3 French Hens Country Market is held on the grassy banks of the Historic I&M Canal in downtown Morris, IL. Featuring more than 140 vendors selling homemade, homegrown, antique, one of a kind and re-purposed items. Open the second Saturday May, June, July, August, September and October from 8am-2pm, rain or shine!
350 Brewing Company
Nano brewery specializing in small, hand-crafted batches of classic beer styles with a twist. Every beer is brewed on-site. Limited food menu. Drink local. Beer is good.
CITY:Tinley Park
4th Annual Corn Festival Fireworks Venetian Kayak Parade
The 4th Annual Corn Festival Fireworks Venetian Kayak Parade / Family Potluck Campout is another great Morris event! Experience "Glamping Style" with a movie and full hot breakfast Organizers bring/do everything so you can kick back and relax.
9th Annual Kops-N-Kidz Day
Calling all kids! Come by bike or on foot to Timberline Park at 10 a.m. on Saturday, August 8 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. for the 9th Annual Kops-N-Kidz Parade. Join the officers at Centennial Park (Lemont Park District) for lunch, pony rides, a ride on the model train, demonstrations, great prizes and lots of fun activities until 2:00 p.m. Great family fun.
A River Through History - The Des Plaines Valley Rendezvous
A River Through History is a living history reenactment of early American life at Columbia Woods Forest Preserve, as it was on the Illinois frontier prior to 1848, with emphasis on our local history from the fur trade era to the canal era. An exciting, entertaining and educational experience for all ages. We strive to create a better understanding and appreciation of our history by allowing the public and the reenactors to mingle, both as witnesses and participants, in our event. Finally, we seek to have the most authentic and highest quality reenactors and trade goods to represent our vision of the rendezvous to promote and enhance the historic, recreational and economic development of this new style National Park.
CITY:Willow Springs
Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery
This cemetery was named after the 16th president of the United States, and was designed to serve approximately one million Chicago metropolitan area veterans.
Ackerman Sports & Fitness Center
DuPage County, Chicago's Western Suburbs - 88,000 sq. ft. multi-use facility: 40-yd. x 40-yd. indoor turf field; 3 basketball courts with wood floors; rock-climbing; Chicago Bulls/White Sox Training Academy batting cages; multi-lane running track; multi-purpose rooms; 7,000 sq. ft. fitness center.
CITY:Glen Ellyn
Adam Pascal and Anthony Rapp Live
For the first time, original Broadway and movie "Rent" co-stars Adam Pascal and Anthony Rapp come together in a special concert evening. These two Broadway veterans return to the concert stage in a pop/rock evening celebrating their individual musical careers as well as the Broadway cultural hit, "Rent." These two friends and co-stars will share stories about the hit show that brought them together. It's sure to be a popular concert tour following on the heels of their two year National Tour of the hit Broadway show. It's the concert fans have been waiting for!
Air Classics Museum of Aviation
Vintage military and training planes, plus displays of aviation uniforms and memorabilia. Open by appointment only.
CITY:Sugar Grove
Airtastic Playland
A fun and exciting play land offering 10 inflatable play structures, four party rooms and two age-appropriate play areas.
Alberto's Italian Restaurant & Fitzgerald's Tavern
Located adjacent to the Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites in Carol Stream, Illinois, we offer some of the finest Italian cuisine in the western suburbs. Rise and shine, and join us for our bountiful breakfast buffet! Enjoy one of our delicious breakfast entrees, or have our chef prepare you an omelet cooked to order.
CITY:Carol Stream
Albright Theatre
This local theater troupe is located in the "attic" of Batavia's Government Center.
Aliano's Ristorante
Culinary Champion for Best Seafood! Served in a traditional Italian American atmosphere, a night out at Aliano's makes for a special dining experience. Every item on Aliano's extensive menu is made from classic, favorite recipes that have been delighting diners for years.
All Hallows Eve: A Night of Fear
Experience two of the darkest nights of the year with 12-acres of haunting creatures, eerie entertainment, screaming delights and must-see horrors. Like a haunted house on steroids, this one-of-a-kind experience brings some of the scariest characters of the past, present and future to life. Meet the lost souls of the dead in a haunted happening you won't forget.
All Season Motel
16 guest rooms conveniently located at the corner of Route 71 & 47.


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What is colitis?
The term colitis refers to any kind of swelling or inflammation of the large intestine (colon). The large intestine is part of the digestive system. It is located near the end of the digestive tract, after the small intestine and before the rectum and anus. The primary functions of the large intestine are to absorb fluids from food remnants and produce stool, or feces.
A wide variety of diseases, disorders and conditions can cause colitis. These include:
Inflammatory bowel diseases including Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis
Insufficient blood flow to the colon
Intestinal infections such as Salmonella food poisoning
Irritable bowel syndrome
Radiation therapy of the colon
The wide variety of causes makes it difficult to estimate how many Americans are affected by colitis. For instance, it is estimated that 1.4 million Americans have inflammatory bowel disease, which includes both Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. However, inflammatory bowel disease is just one possible cause of colitis. Consequently, it is likely that millions of Americans suffer from some form of colitis (Source: CCFA).
Common symptoms of colitis include abdominal bloating, pain or cramping, bloody stools, diarrhea, excessive gas, and a constant urge to have a bowel movement. Treatment of colitis depends on the underlying disease, disorder or condition. The goal of the clinical evaluation is to identify the root cause(s) of the problem. Once the underlying cause is diagnosed, it is important for you to follow the treatment plan you and your healthcare professional design specifically for you to reduce the risk of potential complications.
In some cases, colitis can quickly progress from a mild condition to a life-threatening situation. Seek immediate medical care (call 911) for serious symptoms, such as bloody and frequent diarrhea, painful bowel movements, vomiting, and abdominal tenderness, especially when the abdomen is pressed on. These symptoms may be combined with pale or blue lips, fast heart rate, shallow breathing, weakness, and anxiety. Seek prompt medical care for colitis symptoms that recur or are persistent.
What are the symptoms of colitis?
Symptoms of colitis depend on the specific type of colitis and its cause. Symptoms generally affect the digestive tract, but can also include fever, chills and dehydration.
Common symptoms of colitisDepending on the cause of colitis, you may experience colitis symptoms daily or just once ... Read more about colitissymptoms
What causes colitis?
Many different diseases, disorders and conditions can cause colitis. Colitis can be a sign of inflammatory disorders, intestinal infections, lack of blood flow to the colon, and side effects of radiation or medication treatment. Because of the range of possible causes of colitis, a correct diagnosis of the underlying disease, disorder or condition is very important. Contact your healthcare prov... Read more about colitiscauses
How is colitis treated?
Treatment of colitis depends on the underlying disease, disorder or condition. The goals of treatment are to relieve symptoms and correct the underlying problem if possible.
Infectious colitis is treated based on the organism (bacteria, virus or parasite) that is known or likely to be causing the infection. Antibiotics may... Read more about colitistreatments


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Mr.Sajeev Nair – now a success icon for many Indians, was born and brought up in a middle class family in Kerala. He considers all his achievements as blessings from the almighty. What made Mr.Sajeev different from the usual crowd were his aspirations to be and become big. His Masters Degree in Analytical Chemistry followed by an MBA landed him with some of the best brands in India like CIPLA, Malayala Manorama and Bharat Petroleum. But Sajeev wanted a forte – his own brand.
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World of Wheels a family affair
HUNTINGTON -- Car enthusiasts of all ages and preferences could drive up and down the east coast and not find a car show comparable to the 36th annual World of Wheels at the Big Sandy Superstore Arena, said Mike Manis, of Daytona Beach, Fla.
Manis and his father, Bennie Manis, had their 1956 Cadillac on display at the show -- just one of more than 150 vehicles parked at the arena this weekend. The father-son duo has been making the trip from Florida to Huntington for the past eight years to display at the show, which Mike Manis said is one of a kind.
"We haven't found a show like this anywhere," he said. "It really is very family-oriented, and everyone looks after each other. Everyone here has the same goal, and, if anyone needs help in getting there, people here are always ready to get down to business and help out where they are needed."
The event, which is sponsored by O'Reilly Auto Parts and Cooper's Truck & Accessories, was started by Richard Wheeler and his wife, Jo, who have drafted the help of their children through the years to make the show a reality.
Jo Wheeler said her family has grown in many ways along with the show.
"When this show started, it was more of a hobby, but now it's a business all of its own," she said. "For us, it feels like everyone who shows a car here is family. We get to see the same people year after year, and everyone is friendly with one another. We want people to come to the show to feel like they are part of that family."
In making the event family friendly, Jo Wheeler said they try to focus on getting as many activities for kids as they can.
"You know, for older kids and adults, the fun is looking at all of the cars we have here," she said. "But for kids, all of that walking around with your parents gets boring fast. We want to have things for the kids to do while the big kids look at the big toys."
There is plenty of action for the kids at the show's annual model car contest as well as a coloring contest.
The NASCAR Sprint Series No. 13 Geico car driven by Casey Mears is on display along with the Geico gecko, who is at the show for the rest of the weekend.
Huntington's own Batman and Captain America have made appearances at the show with Batman's Batmobile in the form of a 2006 Dale Jarrett Performance, Roush Super-charged Mustang Convertible and their H4H Hero Hummer.
The show will continue from noon to 4 p.m. Sunday, March 3 .
Admission is $7 for adults and $3.50 for children younger than 12. Children younger than 3 get in for free.
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Serco 'looking to offload out-of-hours GP services' in Cornwall
Posted: October 13, 2013|
THE chairman of Devon Doctors has confirmed that it has been in talks with Serco about taking on the out-of-hours GP service in Cornwall.
Serco has also confirmed that it is looking to offload the county's service to another contractor.
Serco, a private contractor responsible for out-of-hours GP services in Cornwall, has had talks with Kernow Clinical Commissioning Group, its NHS 'customer', to subcontract out the service to a specialist company.
Devon Doctors, which currently runs the out-of-hours service in the neighbouring county, has confirmed that it is one of those potential subcontractors.
Chairman David Hughes said: "I can confirm that some talks have taken, they are at a very early stage.
"No details and no hard and fast things have been confirmed yet.
"We have not met with the board yet to discuss this issue."
Dr Louis Warren, Serco's director for the GP out-of-hours service in Cornwall, said: "We have been working with our NHS customer, Kernow Clinical Commissioning Group, to improve the integration of our service with other providers of unscheduled healthcare in the region.
"The NHS is considering a number of options to achieve this, including the possibility of the clinical elements of Serco's service being delivered by a suitable specialist subcontractor of the necessary quality, capability and experience.
"At this stage no decision has been made. If such an arrangement were to be put in place, Serco would continue to be responsible and accountable to Kernow Clinical Commissioning Group for provision of the service."
NHS Kernow's director of operations Andrew Abbott said: "Serco has approached us about potential alternatives to the way the service is delivered at the moment and we are considering their suggestions. Until we have fully considered all the options we are not able to comment further."
Liberal Democrat Andrew George, MP for west Cornwall, said: "Serco should hand back the keys for the service. They've failed and now admit it.
"They shouldn't be able to determine how the service is delivered. We should use this opportunity to reintegrate the service."
Sarah Newton, MP for Truro and Falmouth, said: "It is for local doctors at Kernow Commissioning Group to decide who should provide out of hours GP care.
"I will continue to stress to the group my belief that the need for patients to see a local doctor when their surgery is closed should be the key consideration when making these decisions, and to highlight the high level of care that was provided when Kernow Doc ran the service.
"Personally, I feel that Kernow Doc should never have lost the contract to Serco and very much hope that lessons can be learnt from the problems that have subsequently affected the provision of out of hours care in Cornwall."
Serco was subjected to a two-day surprise inspection by the Care Quality Commission in July.
The firm has come under intense scrutiny and criticism, including a scathing attack in July by the powerful Commons Public Accounts Committee, which called its service substandard.
In its newly-published report the CQC said important strides had been made and 'essential standards of quality and safety ... were being met'.
Most importantly, it said staffing levels 'a subject of criticism at a previous inspection' were now safe.


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PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) The Portland Trail Blazers have waived five players in advance of their season opener on Wednesday night against the Los Angeles Lakers.
SALT LAKE CITY (AP) Enes Kanter and Derrick Favors scored 21 points apiece to help the Utah Jazz beat the Portland Trail Blazers 97-91 on Thursday night.
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) The Portland Trail Blazers' theme for this season is ``New Dream. New Team.''
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) Nicolas Batum scored 27 points and rookie Damian Lillard had 21 as the Portland Trail Blazers beat the Utah Jazz 120-114 on Monday night.
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Research Forum Spring Term 2010
The Visual WORLD of french theory: figurations ('seeing red/seeing blue')
A Celebratory Film Screening
Wednesday, 10 November 2010
12.00, Kenneth Clark Lecture Theatre
Jacques Monory, Jean-François Lyotard and Jean Michel Arnold, Atelier de Monory à Cachan, 1981. Photo: Annick Demeule
Ticket/entry details: Open to all, free admission
Organised by: Dr Sarah Wilson
To celebrate Sarah Wilson's publication of The Visual World of French Theory: Figurations, two distinguished French artists will join us for the projection of their films. Gérard Fromanger - `Red Fromanger' of the May 1968 revolution - a friend of Michel Foucault and Gilles Deleuze - will introduce and show the two ciné-tracts, he made with Jean-Luc Godard, a three-minute event of poured paint, and a second short film, also called Le Rouge, using Elie Kagan's street photographs with a complex soundtrack. This will be followed by the British premiere of David Carr Brown's experiments with the philosopher Jean-François Lyotard, making films with the artist Jacques Monory in his studio in Cachan, south of Paris in 1979-1980. Lyotard's personal experiments with film and film-making are unknown outside France. Jacques Monory (b. 1924) about whom Lyotard wrote extensively, will also be present.


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Kristen Bartkiw was given a $10 fine when she sent her kids to daycare with a lunchbox containing carrots, potatoes and roast beef.
There was fruit, vegetable and meat in the lunch box but since grain was missing so she invited a $10 fine on herself.
She had to pay this amount so that the teacher could give Ritz crackers to the kids as a supplement for grains in the absence of it in the lunchbox.
She said that she didn't blame the daycare as she was one of the members of the board of The Little Cub's Den when they came up with a decision to fine parents for improper meals.
A provincial government statement read that the province needs all child-care centres to make sure those children have nutritious and balanced diet and healthy snacks all day. This can be provided by either the institute or parents.
The Manitoba Early Learning and Child Care says that when at a childcare a youngster's lunch must incorporate a milk item, a meat, a grain and two servings of apples and oranges or vegetables.
It also says that in the event that any food essential is missing from the lunch given the childcare provider should give a supplement to compensate.
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Welcome to the Port City Breakers
The club aims to provide rugby league for the youth of Port Macquarie. In a short time the club has become very competitive in the Group 3 competition winning two First Grade, five Reserve Grade, one under 18 & three League Tag Titles. Five times Club Champions!
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Greenhorn Studios
Lessons offered throughout the week!
New Location!!
Midwood International and Cultural Center
1817 Central Ave
Midwood International and Cultural Center
1817 Central Ave
Charlotte, NC 28205
About Us: We are local musicians and artists, teaching kids and adults what we love to do!
Mission Statement: To nurture our student's talents, to provide well-tempered guidance and to foster a life-long appreciation of Music.
What is a Greenhorn? A "greenhorn" is somebody new to a subject or activity. And while many of our students aren't beginners, we believe there is always new material and techniques to learn and perfect. This is the essence of our approach, as our teachers continually create fresh lessons so our students are always engaged and challenged.
Teaching Philosophy: At Greenhorn Studios, we provide an encouraging atmosphere where young musicians can flourish. We combine our years of teaching experience with proven techniques and modern ideas. Our approach in a lesson is always positive and thoughtful. And we are always open to music!


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