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Teach kids the art of hand-crafting pottery with 3 lbs. of air-dry clay, a 6-piece tool set, glaze, 12 pots of paint with 2 brushes, and a sponge. Also includes a craft apron, table cover and an illustrated book of ideas and instructions to get the creativity flowing. The foot-operated pottery wheel requires 4 C batteries (not included). Ages 8 and up.
Flip the disks (a.k.a. winks) into the cup and see who wins. This classic game from the 1950s comes in a cool vintage-design box. Ages 6 and up.
The circus has come to town! Set up this vintage-style world in your child's room -- it's filled with whimsy for imaginative play (or just decoration). The 16" canvas tent has a soft plastic frame at the edge to hold the shape. A metal pole in the center supports it. Comes with ring bars, a ladder and seats for spectators. Included is a sheet that you can cut and make banners, popcorn boxes, and posters. Add all the adorable characters (sold separately) to complete your circus fun. Imported.
Everybunny needs more than one outfit. That's why this sweet personalized bunny gift set comes with a pretty garden dress for daytime fun, and a dreamy tutu dress for special occasions. Your girl's name (maximum 8 characters) is embroidered on one ear. The 12" fuzzy bunny has a rosy glow on her cheeks. Polyester. Machine wash. Imported. Allow an additional 3 business days for personalization.
Lavish balls, royal adventures . . . it all happens at this enchanting castle. The multi-level wooden play set comes with 6 poseable figures, 1 table, 2 stools and a tree. Easy assembly; measures 28" x 14" x 23". Imported. (Sorry, express shipping and gift wrapping not available.)
A tree that lights up, gifts and decorations will make your child's Lundby dollhouse look seasonally festive. Tree requires the power pack (not included) that is included with the dollhouse. Tree measures approximately 4". Plastic. Imported. Ages 5 and up.
A playtime treat of assorted confections on a doily-patterned 7" x 1" plate. Wood.
Invite somebunny special to share a pot of tea. The 9-piece porcelain set is hand-embellished in gold and features some of Beatrix Potter's most beloved characters. The beatrix potter™ tea set comes in a sturdy box shaped like one of her books. Includes teapot (13 oz.), 2 cups (3 oz.) and saucers, 2 plates (6"), sugar container and creamer. Each piece is food- and dishwasher-safe. Box measures 15" x 11" x 4". Imported.
Take a tour of the solar system, and get back home before bedtime. This fun gift set includes a cozy pair of plush alien slippers and a 30-page story about three little aliens who escape the Big Bad Robot. The padded faux-fur and fleece slippers feature plush webbed toes and slip-resistant bottoms; one size fits size 7. Polyester, polyurethane. Machine wash. Imported. The hardcover book suits ages 4 to 8.
Deck the halls with festive, retro-looking garland. The kit makes a fun craft to do with the kids on a cold winter's day. Includes 48 card stock strips with scalloped edges. Finished garland about 1 1/2" wide x 6' long.
Super-soft and cuddly, this one-of-a-kind personalized jumbo bunny will surely be loved by a very special child. Look for "I love you" embroidered on one foot. Let us personalize its ear (maximum 10 characters) to make a unique gift. Measures 22" x 12". Polyester. Spot clean. Imported. Allow an additional 3 business days for personalization.
Super-soft and cuddly, this 15" bunny is sure to have an honored place in the toy collection of some very special child. Let us personalize its ear (maximum 10 characters) to make a unique and beloved gift. Polyester. Spot clean. Imported. Allow an additional 3 business days for personalization.


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With the ethos that less is more when designing her own modern kitchen, designer Julie Charbonneau stepped back many times to judiciously examine each item. "I usually put stuff all over, but this space looks much better if it stays empty," says Charbonneau. Against the clean, white kitchen, the large, dark-wood dining table takes centre stage under a showstopping light fixture.
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Katy Perry, we don't know how to tell you this…we can see your underwear right through your dress. Right through. Actually, we're not even sure if you can rightly call that a dress, either. A nightie? A curtain from your nana's sunroom? Yards and yards of cheese cloth? Ugh, this is so awkward: your dress is a mint green cheese cloth curtain through which we can see your underpants. There, we said it!
Honestly, Katy Perry, we thought you were looking scandalous on your new Interview cover, but this takes the cake. Everyone was in a tizzy this week after you were spotted out and about with a hot new dude, but then he turned out to be just your stylist Johnny Wujek. You guys…didn't have a fight or something, did you? Some sort of disagreement where he wouldn't have told you that your dress is transparent? And that you're wearing a vest in public? Thank goodness you were wise enough to buy unmentionables that match your outfit! And thank goodness you're visiting Paris Fashion this week, so you'll blend right in! That has to be a relief. Not a relief from the freezing cold wind that is probably whipping through Paris right now, but a relief nonetheless!
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The rumour pot is bubbling again with talk of the iPad 3 that could arriving as early as 7th March.
The other rumour that we've heard consistently from several reliable industry sources (and reported sightings of leaked parts) is that it will be a similar design to the iPad 2, but the mooted 9.7 inch display will have 2048×1536 resolution retina screen. There's long been talk of it coming with a quad-core processor, which will be used to power the A6 unit. There's also talk of a possible 4G LTE version, however we reckon a 4G iPad 3 maybe a bit of a misnomer, given that it's only in early testing stages in the UK and elsewhere. We can't really see Apple producing different versions for specific regions. It's also really power-hungry, so even though Apple are rumoured to be extending the battery life, this would be soaked up by the A6 processor.
Given that the iPad 2 has been out for nearly a year now, it would be in typical Apple fashion to make an announcement in March to coincide with the release of iOS 5.1. A Digitimes report stated that 2 million panels for the iPad 3 were already being shipped in November 2011, and rumours persist that Apple's manufacturing partner Foxconn had already kicked off the production process in January. Expectations are that up to 10 million iPad 3's could be produced in Q1 2012.
But will it actually be called the iPad 3? A Chinese iPad case maker has started selling a cover for an iPad 2S. Now manufacturers don't usually tend to be far wrong, and this could fall in line with the latest iPhone naming convention.
iPad 3 banned in China
Whatever they decide to name it, Apple would appear to have greater worries on their shoulders at the moment, as they're involved in an on-going trademark dispute in China. Display vendor Proview confirmed that they'd filed an iPad ban request with China's customs office. Proview purchased the brand name rights in several countries in 2000, 6 years before Apple filed for the trademark. They later sold some international rights to Apple, but claim to still own the iPad brand in China. Proview's lawyer, Xie Xianghui said they had prepared requests to block imports and exports, which could effectively halt sales of the iPad in China. If successful, this would pose a serious threat to global sales as China is a huge market for Apple. It would also affect the launch of the iPad 3 next month. Possibly the best way to resolve this would be by way of an out of court settlement. However, Proview are reportedly asking for £10 billion in compensation for the infringement. Now that's no small change, even for Apple!
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Area premiere • Sci-fi classic
By John Glore
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Directed by Casey Sams
Extended through January 2, 2011
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At A Wrinkle in Time, kids are $10 Monday thru Friday, $15 Saturday and Sunday – call 240.644.1100 for tickets. This specially discounted price is available for all patrons age 30 and under.
For info about audience events during this production - including the special Parents' Matinee (with childcare for ages 3-12, must be potty trained), pre- and post-show discussions, audio-described and sign-interpreted performances – click here.
Before Harry Potter or Percy Jackson, there was Madeleine L'Engle's A Wrinkle in Time, the original youth sci-fi classic.
On a dark and stormy night, the eccentric Mrs. Whatsit arrives at the home of Meg Murry, a tomboy who doesn't fit in at her New England high school. Meg's scientist father vanished over two years ago, under mysterious circumstances. Aided by Mrs. Whatsit and her friends, Meg, her gifted brother Charles Wallace, and her friend Calvin are transported through time and space on a mission to rescue their father from the evil forces that hold him prisoner on another planet. John Glore's delightful, wildly theatrical adaptation brings this acclaimed story magically to life.
Madeleine L'Engle's story is "original, different, exciting" ‑ Saturday Review
Evening performances of A Wrinkle in Time begin at 7:00 p.m.
A Wrinkle in Time is recommended for ages 6 and up
A Wrinkle in Time is sponsored in part through generous support from Michael Beriss & Jean Carlson and The Dupler Family
Cast includes: Davis Hasty+, Jacob Land, KenYatta Rogers*, Tonya Beckman Ross*, Edward Stockman, Dawn Ursula*, Erin Weaver*
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Scenic Designer: Misha Kachman
Costume Designer: Helen Q. Huang
Lighting Designer: Kenton Yeager
Sound Designer: Matthew M. Nielson
Props Designer: Andrea Moore
Stage Manager: Jennifer Schwartz*
Assistant Lighting Designer: Catherine Girardi
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Constructed in 1913, The Coplan Court Apartments were constructed as a purpose built apartment building, featuring large flats with above average finishes. These extras included marble, cut glass, and brass in the entrance hall; leaded glass, large balconies, beautiful carved oak fireplace mantles, and hardwood and ceramic floors in each of the suites.
Home to Ottawa's rising professional class, its proximity to Downtown and Ottawa University place all necessary amenities within walking distance. Also, OC Transpo stations nearby provide easy access to the rest of the city. Routes 16 and 316 stop just outside the buildings elaborate facade.
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AN 18-year-old who crashed his car causing serious injuries to two passengers passed his test less than a year ago.
Liam Spear, of Orchard Hill in Bideford, appeared in front of North Devon magistrates charged with driving without due care and attention.
The court heard Spear crashed his car on the B3233 near Instow on September 27 last year, causing serious injuries to two of his three passengers.
Presiding magistrate Paul Cooper said in his sentencing: "We have listened to all the evidence, as you have. We have taken into account the fact you have no previous convictions and the fact not only did you plead guilty but you co-operated with the police.
"With this incident there are two aggravating factors and that is the speed, whether it was 70 or 80 miles per hour. It was way too fast for that road given the number of bends.
"The other factor is the serious injuries you caused to your passengers."
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|Over the last two decades, the basic shape has stayed very similar to the original. (Photo: Mazda)
None of that has changed over the years. Now officially named the MX-5, and with the demise of both the Pontiac Solstice and Saturn Sky, this roadster is the only one in its class again. No one else can seem to compete with what the MX-5 has to offer.
Every year, I get excited to get my hands on the new MX-5; whether Mazda has done any upgrades or not, this little car always leaves a big impression. This was the first year that I was not that excited to pick it up. I was finally asked to review a model equipped with the automatic transmission. Call me old-school, but I still think the only way to really drive a sports car is to do all the shifting myself.
I love both the 5- and 6-speed manual gearboxes in the MX-5. Short shifts, a great clutch and a shift knob within easy reach; I feel as one with the road, just as Mazda wants.
Loosely translated, the expression Jinba Ittai means "horse and driver as one". This is the expression that designers have used as a baseline for creating and updating the car over the years. This philosophy has been reflected in a few specific design requirements that have been carried over year after year.
Over the last two decades, the basic shape has stayed very similar to the original. Mazda has gotten rid of the pop-up headlights, added some flared fenders, sporty exhaust tips and ditched the bubbly appearance, giving it a more aggressive look. So many people say it is a 'chick car' but this last generation has gotten rid of most of the cute angles and gets looks from both woman and men.
Sticking to its essence, the cockpit has large, easy to read gauges. The layout is simple and all buttons and knobs are within easy reach. Mazda has strived to make the cockpit able to comfortably accommodate two full-size occupants. My boyfriend is a body builder, and was not even open to trying to get into this little car. After some begging, I finally got him to go for a ride with me. My fingers were crossed because I didn't think his athletic frame would fit in this little roadster.
|The layout is simple and all buttons and knobs are within easy reach. (Photo: Mazda)
Shocking both of us, his wide shoulders fit snugly, but comfortably, into the passenger seat. He put his foot down in regards to taking a long road trip, but reluctantly told me that the leg and headroom were adequate, and that the seats were actually wide enough that he could tolerate them. Based on boyfriend test: MX-5 not recommended for anyone over 6 feet!
Neither one of us enjoy climbing in and out of a car that is so low to the ground, maybe we're starting to show our age? However, the low centre of gravity and front-midship rear-drive configuration deliver almost perfect 50:50 weight distribution.
The handling is predictable and responsive; no surprises from year to year. What I enjoy the most is the go-kart feeling when driving in the city, matched with the impressive solid feeling at highway speeds. The hardtop provides some additional insulation from wind noise and one small complaint is that the interior is quite loud, especially on the highway.
That being said, the 2.0-litre, four-cylinder engine with 158 horsepower (167 with the manual gearbox) has a sweet exhaust note to it. The base model gives you a list of standard features like functional storage spaces throughout the cabin, steering wheel-mounted audio and cruise controls, tilt steering column, MP3-capable CD player and auxiliary jack. Unfortunately, you will need to go in to the GT model if you want Bluetooth and SIRIUS satellite radio.
|What I enjoy the most is the go-kart feeling when driving in the city, matched with the impressive solid feeling at highway speeds. (Photo: Mazda)
For safety, this roadster comes with 4-wheel ABS on all models and dynamic stability control on the GS and GT models. Dual front and side-impact airbags are standard in every trim.
The top-of-the-line GT gets a 7-speaker Bose audio system that gives incredible sound with both closed and open roof driving.
And oh my gosh, I almost forgot! I have been driving the 6-speed automatic all week. I am impressed. Both smooth and fast, the shiftable automatic is the best of both worlds. Available on both the GT and the GS trims, it also features paddle shifters.
I was not expecting this at all. Being able to rev this sports car and be more aggressive with it has made the week incredibly enjoyable. In busy traffic, just keep it in drive and don't even think about it. Looking for more fun? Then just do the shifting yourself.
An issue with shifting yourself (manual or automatic) is that when you have a coffee mug in the centre console, it can get in the way. An advantage with the automatic is the paddle shifters.
Decisions, decisions… I cannot believe I am going to admit this: I would have a hard time choosing between the manual and automatic. It might just come down to how much you really want to spend. Starting at just under $30,000, the GX model with 5-speed manual transmission is so much fun to drive.
The top-of-the-line GT model lists for about $40,000 and does have a few standard safety and comfort features that I think would be worth the extra dollars. And for $1,200, the automatic with paddle shifters is a great add-on.
This is hard for me to say, but I think I had more fun driving the automatic. This little car continues to impress me.


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It's been a while since I've posted about simple pleasures, so in an attempt to get back into the swing of things, here we go!
Simple Pleasures at Work
Simple Pleasures at Work
An Organized Board
This space used to be a mess of random photos and notes tacked up haphazardly with Post-Its falling off left and right (sticky notes weren't exactly made for fabric). Now, it's clean and neat and I can clearly see my love in various places (and also a photo of my family dressed as elves) while still being able to reach my letter opener and flash drive. My seemingly unorganized (but still organized) pens, pencils, and highlighters are also in order. And my red stapler...did you see my amazing red stapler???
A Wireless Mouse and Keyboard
A while ago I was having back issues and I figured part of it was due to leaning over to use my laptop in the corner of my desk. Now, I have a very convenient wireless keyboard and mouse so my hands can be more ergonomically correct and I can continue to work on having better posture.
An Overhauled Date Stamp
I have severely underestimated the time-saving abilities of having a date stamp. When the year roll ran out and I was forced to write in the date, I was inconvenienced, but when the date stamp was at the stamp store and was being overhauled, I had to write the full date on dozens and dozens of documents. I'm not whining about having to do it, but I am so grateful to have it back and in excellent condition. That part of my job is now back to being done at lightning fast speed instead of a dilly-dally pace. I love being efficient at work!
Some days I just don't feel like going to work, but I do. Today is dragging, but I am so thankful to have a job, and one that I usually don't mind showing up for.
Some days I just don't feel like going to work, but I do. Today is dragging, but I am so thankful to have a job, and one that I usually don't mind showing up for.


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Penn Nursing's semi-annual magazine, UPfront, chronicles the scientific research and leadership of our faculty, students, and alumni.
Issue link: http://digital.turn-page.com/i/57340
With both feet planted firmly in the Information Age, the Millennial nurse uses technology like never before.
In her anatomy and physiology class, Practice Associate Professor Connie Scanga, PhD, pumps her arms up and down, demonstrating the musculature of the arm. Next she is hanging like a rag doll over her left side to demonstrate the work of the obliques. Around the class are muscle and skeletal models. Microscopes are lined up neatly, ready for use. On the lab tables are iPads loaded
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with healthcare apps, the latest addition to teaching and learning in the School of Nursing.
This convergence of teaching tools bridges the personal touch and the tech-savvy for today's nursing student. Raised on apps and smart chips, the Millennial Penn Nursing student finds technology integrated in the curriculum from the first semester of freshman year.


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Quirky, charming inn with history
Originally built as a private residence in 1799, the building was converted to a hotel in 1928. It still retains a homey vibe, with rocking chairs on a pretty front porch, decorative fireplaces and clawfoot bathtubs in some rooms, and eclectic decor like floral wallpaper and antique-looking furniture throughout. Rooms were showing a bit of wear and tear during our visit, but they underwent soft renovations in early 2012 (updates included fresh paint, wallpaper, and new heaters as needed).
The property has changed hands many times over the years and current innkeepers Brian and Shanna O'Hea are also professional chefs who bring their talents to Academe restaurant, which features renowned cuisine. Popular with locals, it's not uncommon for the place to be packed on the weekends.
If paranormal activity is your thing, keep an eye out for the ghost of Silas Perkins, who reportedly hangs out in the hotel.
Located on a busy street, a short drive from Kennebunkport
The Kennebunk Inn stands on bustling Main Street in downtown Kennebunk, just adjacent to Kennebunkport. Famous for being the summer home for George H.W. Bush, Kennebunkport is a quaint Maine town chock full of shops, galleries, restaurants, and beautiful coastlines.
While other parts of Maine are accessible by public transportation such as buses and trains, Kennebunkport is an area where you'll definitely need a car to get around. It's not a bad jumping off point for visiting other towns, either. Check out Ogunquit, known for its long stretches of sandy beaches and as Maine's biggest LGBT destination. Or head south to York to check out the famed Cape Neddick Lighthouse.
If you crave a little more city life, head north and you'll hit Portland, the largest city in Maine. There you can visit the historic Old Port district along the Harbor, or the Arts District along Congress Street and get your fill of food, shopping, and sightseeing. Highlights include great restaurants, historic parks, and baseball games at Hadlock Field (home of the Portland Sea Dogs).
Rooms vary in size and decor
No two rooms are exactly alike in size and decor. Simply decorated without a lot of extras, the rooms have wood furnishings, light colored walls, and standard beds that are comfortable, but lack plush pillowtop mattresses and luxe comforters. Given the historic nature of the building, the rooms can be quirky in shape, and some have low ceilings which may make taller guests feel a little claustrophobic. Some rooms were showing signs of wear and tear during our visit, but they received soft updates in early 2012, such as fresh paint and wallpaper.
The most affordable rooms are admittedly small, and some bathrooms are downright tiny.
The suites are good choice for families, with full kitchenettes and multiple beds.
Don't miss the popular Academe Restaurant on site
Acadame specializes in New England dishes created by the two innkeepers, who are also professional chefs
Academe is open for lunch and dinner daily, serving New England cuisine in a brasserie-style atmosphere. It is very popular with locals and very busy on weekends, even during slow seasons.
The Kennebunk Inn is ideal for travelers who enjoy the quirks of a historic property -- antique-type furnishings, creaky wood floors, and low ceilings, along with an alleged resident ghost. Rooms do offer free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs, but if you want modernized, uniform luxury, this eclectic inn probably isn't the place for you, as rooms are all different shapes and sizes, and some bathrooms are downright tiny. The Acadame restaurant serves renowned New England dishes created by the innkeepers, who are also professional chefs.
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Our only real issue is that we could not get under any of the bridges so often had to turn around but with no real destnation it didn't spoil our time.
Better boats out there from other boat yards for the money!
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President Barack Obama told about 800 people in Oskaloosa, their future depends on building on what they have accomplished since he came here last. Obama said, "We build an economy where middle class folks and folks aspiring to the middle class can succeed. That has been our goal. That's why we're still fighting."
People in this crowd know economic frustrations strain the middle class and challenge the president to hold onto those who backed him before. Sharon Steinbeck supported Obama in 2008 and plans to vote for him again in 2012. She knows some supporters from 4 years ago could have apprehension about whether the president can really bring the change they wanted. Steinbeck said, "I think they have some concern. But I think he needs to be given another chance because he doesn't have all the say. He's battling a pretty stiff congress."
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An hour away back at the Iowa State Fairgrounds, business, is no longer stopped. But frustration flows. Mike Cunningham owns the popular Bud Tent. He still smarts from what happened to him the night before. Cunningham said, "If you shut down, you can't sell food and beer. And that's what you're here to do. You're going to lose money."
Tuesday night, Cunningham said the president's staff and security forced him to close off his tent to more customers so the president could hold a campaign event there. Cunningham estimates that probably cost him $25,000 in sales. And he said getting forced to keep out customers contradicts the president's message in Oskaloosa of growing the middle class and helping small businesses. Cunningham said, "You only have 11 days to try and make money here at the fair. When one of those nights is taken away from you, it's always tough to recover from that."
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Board members Robert Linskey and Marilyn Starna voted against, while Kent Bratlee, John Donahue, Richard Gorzkowski, Anthony Guariglia, Joseph Kelly, Bruce Knick and Charles Sciandra voted in favor.
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Staying involved in the community - from helping the youngest in need to the oldest - provides equilibrium for Cassandra (Cassie) Moran '08, a CPA and auditor at PricewaterhouseCoopers.
As an accounting major, Cassie was on the College of Business Administration Student Advisory Board. Being president of the board her senior year earned her a seat on the Alumni Board as well. She now chairs the Alumni Board's Committee for Community Outreach.
"As a young alumnus, there are many ways to get involved with the University and in the community. It's an active involvement as well as a financial commitment," said Cassie. "When volunteering in the community, we make a bigger impact as a group."
She heads the efforts of the Alumni Board to adopt up to 40 families each Christmas season through the Detroit Children's Center. The center provides a list of items needed and volunteers purchase clothing, toys, diapers and other essentials. Cassie and her team of committee members collect items from alumni and bring them to the Detroit charity. Parents partake in a simulated shopping experience at the center, which gives them a sense of pride in selecting the right donated items for their children. Other activities range from packing food boxes for seniors at Focus: HOPE to assisting at the Capuchin Soup Kitchen and packing food at Gleaners.
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Cassie's years at UDM prepared her well for her career. "The programs are so strong and the faculty are so passionate about their subject that it helps students become passionate about their chosen field," she said.
Her lasting impressions of UDM include first and foremost, her friendships. She thrived with the student to faculty ratio of 14:1 and was able to meet with professors when needed. She also valued the diversity of cultures, opinions and experiences. An avid music fan and theatergoer, she also learned to appreciate opera.
Academically, she excelled. She was one of the student deans of the honors program campus-wide and belonged to the academic fraternities Beta Alpha Psi and Beta Gamma Sigma. She also belonged to the service fraternity Alpha Phi Omega, where she first became involved in organizing and rallying support for community outreach among fellow students.
"I didn't live on campus, but I was at school 12 hours a day," she said. "I had such a sense of community just walking between classes and knowing everyone that I passed along the way - both students and faculty."
She worked at Chrysler as an intern for two summers and had several offers of employment upon graduation. Members of the Alumni Board conducted mock interviews with her and served as advisers. She chose her current employer because of the opportunity to work with Fortune 500 companies as an auditor.
Cassie works at a frantic pace during audit season, but has been able to take some extended trips. She went to Greece and Turkey one summer and Egypt the next.
Cassie advises young alumni, "If you don't stay involved with the University right after you graduate, you tend to lose the connection. My advice is 'don't wait.' Stay involved. We have a strong community."


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CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, Va. (WTVR) — Police released a description of a man wanted in connection with an attempted abduction in Chesterfield.
Police said the man grabbed a seven-year-old girl outside her home on Larryvale Drive about 6 p.m. Thursday.
The seven-year-old told CBS 6 News reporter Sandra Jones that she is doing ok after the scary situation in her backyard.
"I thought, 'What is this man trying to do?'" said the victim.
The girl said she was playing with her friends in the Greenleigh mobile home park Thursday evening. When she ran back into her backyard, she said a man confronted her.
"I just felt something on my arm grabbing me… I thought it was someone that I knew," she said.
When the suspect told her to come with him — and tried to pull her in his direction — she fought back. The girl said she kicked the man in the knee and ran for home.
The child's mother, who was home at the time, said she ran outside, but did not see anyone. She said her daughter was crying and told her that a man had just tried to take her.
"I always tell her don't talk to strangers," said Elsa Rubio. "If you don't know them, don't talk to them."
Chesterfield police Lieutenant Randy Horowitz, who said there are "a couple of witnesses that saw pieces and parts of" what happened, stressed this type of situation is rare in the county.
"More often, the cases we've had someone who would drive up in a car ask for directions to help find something," said Horowitz. "But just showing up on foot and trying to pull someone is really a very rare occurrence."
Horowitz offered this advice to parents: be aware of where your kids are and who is around them at all times. Additionally, he said it is vital to remain close by if your children are playing outside.
"You need to encourage your kids to know that if somebody tries to get them to go with them, and they don't know those people, they shouldn't," said Horowitz. "And they need to make enough noise and enough struggle to keep the person from taking them."
Police described the suspect as:
- A black male
- 5 feet 10 inches tall
- Slender build
- Very short or shaved black hair and a mustache
- Wearing a dark-colored T-shirt, blue jeans and gray tennis shoes with blue stripes
- Wearing a backpack and sunglasses with dark-colored frames.
Police asked anyone with information call Chesterfield Police at 804-748-1251 or Crime Solvers at 804-748-0660.


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Step 1: Gather the goods!
The tin is an Altoids tin that I painted Black.
-Tiny deck of cards
-Small vial of touchable bubbles
-Two tubes of plastic bubbles
-Tiny colored pencils
-Note pad
-String for cats cradle
-Quarter to vend treats (a dollar fits nicely too for bigger treats)
-Balloon (for playing don't touch the ground or keep away)
Other ideas: Tiny harmonica, Fortune telling fish, Small sand timer for timing word games or how long you can hold your breath, Small deck of fortune telling cards (I saw some on ebay), Stickers, Small stencils and markers (sharpie makes a nice little marker that fits perfectly)
I bought all the things in my fun kit at local craft stores and party supply stores. They weren't hard to find. The note pad I made from paper and a staple gun.


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March 18, 2009
The Griffin News Update, an e-newsletter created by the Office of Communications, features College mentions in the news, faculty highlights, events, and little-known facts about CHC.
Chestnut Hill College in the News
Chestnut Hill College Featured in KYW News Radio Stories
KYW News Radio 1060 featured Chestnut Hill College in two segments this month.
Matt Leon of KYW interviewed Jodie King Smith '94
, dean of enrollment management, on the large increase in the number of applications for the fall 2009 semester.
Lynne Adkins of KYW News Radio interviewed Sister Mary Darrah, SSJ
, assistant to the president for mission and ministry, about the alternative spring break trip to Frenchville, Pennsylvania. During their week-long trip in Clearfield County, students embraced a simple lifestyle by abstaining from using cell phones, iPods, radio, TV, and not eating junk food.
Music Professor Interviewed by
The Press of Atlantic City
on Publishing Music Online
Edward Strauman, Ph.D., assistant professor of music, was interviewed by
The Press of Atlantic City
on the benefits and drawbacks of publishing music online.
Lawrence Little Lecture Receives "Mind Menu" Nod from
The Philadelphia Inquirer
"The Quest for Black Citizenship" lecture given by Lawrence Little at the College on February 17, 2009 was highlighted in the
Mind Menu section of the
The Philadelphia Inquirer
Chestnut Hill College Presidential Service Award mentioned in
The Roxborough Review
The Roxborough Review
published an announcement about Chestnut Hill College receiving a place on the President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll for exemplary service efforts to America's communities. The Community Service Honor Roll is the highest federal recognition a school can achieve for its commitment to service-learning and civic engagement.
Times Chronicle
Glenside News
Cover Student's Book Publication
Rachel Hildebrandt, a senior at Chestnut Hill College, wrote
The Philadelphia Area Architecture of Horace Trumbauer
(Arcadia Publishing, 2009) with the Old York Road Historical Society.
The Glenside News
and the
Times Chronicle
both carried stories about the book signing and the importance of Horace Trumbauer's architecture to the Philadelphia area.
Catherine Nerney, SSJ, Ph.D. Interviewed By
The Evening Bulletin
Catherine Nerney, SSJ, Ph.D. was interviewed by
The Evening Bulletin
for an article about the College's Institute for Forgiveness and Reconciliation and John Dear's upcoming visit to the College.
Time Out for Sports
Philadelphia Daily News Profiles Chestnut Hill Men's Basketball Player
Julian McFadden, a junior on the College's basketball team, was featured in an article in
The Philadelphia Daily News
about his dedication to his young son, his studies at Chestnut Hill, and his success playing basketball.
Rick Malloy, S.J. Ph.D. Writes Feature Article on Service for
Busted Halo
Rick Malloy, S.J. Ph.D., assistant professor of cultural anthropology at Chestnut Hill College, wrote
"Making Friends in Real Low Places"
about students considering service after graduation for the
Busted Halo
Web site
Chestnut Hill Students Make the Grade
The academic achievements of Chestnut Hill College students receive plenty of recognition in their hometown papers. The following papers mentioned Chestnut Hill College Dean's List achievements:
Delco Daily Times
(Delaware County)
Advance of Bucks County
Village Beacon Record
(Bucks County)
Times Leader
Hammonton News
(Hammonton, NJ)
The Valley Independent
(Monessen, PA)
Did you know?
Students and Alumni Use Artistic Ability to Benefit Local Hospital
Margie Thompson, SSJ, M.F.A., associate professor of art, adjunct faculty member Andrea O'Driscoll '97, and three Chestnut Hill College students decorated wooden chests that were donated to the "Chests for Hope" fundraising event. Benefiting the expansion of The Breast Care Center at Lankenau Hospital, the highlight of the "Chests for Hope" event was the live auction of hand crafted wood chests, in a variety of sizes from Lancaster County, which were decorated and hand painted by local artists. The three decorated chests donated from the College, inspired from scenes from Tuscany, the medieval/baroque era, and artist Frida Khalo, generated over $1700 for Lankenau Hospital.
Event Spotlight
John Dear, S.J. and the Institute for Forgiveness and Reconciliation
John Dear, S.J., peace activist, lecturer, and author will present the inaugural lecture of the Institute for Forgiveness and Reconciliation at Chestnut Hill College on Wednesday, March 25, 2009 at 7 p.m. in the Social Room, Fournier Hall. The topic of John Dear's lecture is "To Change the World, We Must Change Ourselves." Known for his decades-long work for peace and non-violence in the world, the Nobel Peace Prize nominee's lecture is based on his recently published memoir, "
A Persistent Peace: One Man's Struggle for a Non-Violent Heart
John Dear's lecture serves as the inaugural lecture for the College's Institute for Forgiveness and Reconciliation, designed to be a learning laboratory for research and scholarship where forgiveness and reconciliation will be explored as alternatives to violence and conflict in our culture. For more information, please contact Catherine Nerney, SSJ, Ph.D., at 215.248.7099 or e-mail
Upcoming Events:
Harry Wedeen Master Piano Class
Thursday, March 19, 2009 at 12:30 p.m.
Harvey Wedeen, chair of the Keyboard Department at the Boyer College of Music and Dance at Temple University, will present a master class with piano majors of the College's music department.
Tapestries of Kopanang Exhibit
Wednesday, February 25, 2009 through Wednesday, March 25, 2009
Thirty-one embroidered panels tell the story of the Universe in this exhibit in the Dwight V. Dowley Gallery.
Master's Level Information Session
Saturday, March 21, 2009
The School of Graduate Studies will hold an information session for prospective students in St. Joseph Hall.
Public Lecture: John Dear, SJ
Wednesday, March 25, 2009
A Persistent Peace: One Man's Struggle for a Non-Violent World
Inaugural lecture for the College's Institute for Forgiveness and Reconciliation.
Lecture: Fernande Davis
Thursday, March 26, 2009
Fair Trade Event
Thursday, March 26, 2009 at 11 a.m.
Buy and sample Fair Trade Goods in the music corridor of St. Joseph Hall.
Spring Musical: Fiddler on the Roof
April 3, 4, & 5, 2009
Chestnut Hill College Auditorium
Continuing Studies Information Session
Wednesday, April 15, 2009 at 6 p.m.
The School of Continuing and Professional Studies will hold an information session for prospective students in the Social Room of Fournier Hall.
Honors Convocation
Sunday, April 26, 2009 at 1 p.m.
Music Colloquium
Thursday, April 30, 2009 from 12:30 - 2:30 p.m.
Edward Strauman, Ph.D., assistant professor of music will play excerpts from his new jazz recordings and speak about the compositional process he uses when writing music.
Questions or Inquiries? Please contact:
Media Relations Manager
Lisa Mixon
Chestnut Hill College
9601 Germantown Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19118
Griffin News Update


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Press Release: Launch of the UKCRF
New website aims to channel millions into UK carbon-cutting schemes
3rd September 2011
The UK Carbon Reporting Framework (CRF) will be launched today, developed in a partnership between BRE, British Airways, Deloitte and Forum for the Future. The framework acts as a matchmaker between carbon reduction projects, such as community owned renewable energy installations and the energy efficient refurbishment of social housing, and organisations wishing to support such projects in the UK.
The CRF is being launched at Deloitte's London offices on Tuesday 30th August. British Airways will be the first company to support the scheme through their new One Destination Carbon Fund.
Jonathon Counsell, Head of Environment at British Airways said: "The UK Carbon Reporting Framework marks a milestone for carbon management in the UK and British Airways is incredibly proud to have been a founding partner and the first user of the framework. Through our new One Destination Carbon Fund, which is due to be launched in September, our customers can help support carbon reduction projects based in the UK – something that has not previously been available."
Peter Madden, Chief Executive of Forum for the Future said: "This is an innovative approach to tackling climate change. The framework enables funders to support projects that have clear links to their work and the communities in which they operate. It should result in more money going to tackle climate change, create green jobs and will work well alongside other schemes in helping the UK meet its targets."
A major barrier to a greater level of UK corporate support for local projects has been uncertainty around carbon reduction and other associated benefits that funding organisations can claim have been achieved as a result of their support.
This is where the CRF aims to play a key role. It will enable companies to understand the impacts of their investment, so they can make the appropriate claims on the carbon savings and associated project benefits.
To achieve this, the framework will require carbon reduction project developers to use standardised carbon accounting methods to calculate the reductions associated with their projects. Where these already exist such as the Woodland Carbon Code, they will be used. Where these are required, BRE has initiated the development of new methodologies and will work with appropriate sector expert organisations to develop new ones going forward.
Guy Battle, Head of Deloitte's Sustainability Services said: "There is increasing demand from businesses for a framework to facilitate investments of this type in the UK. The UK Carbon Reporting Framework will help bridge this gap. It will bring benefits to the communities through the projects funded; project sponsors through increasing the reach of their sustainability programmes and also the environment by securing carbon reductions. Deloitte is pleased to be supporting the framework which offers our clients another way to implement carbon reduction opportunities outside their own boundaries."
"Our research and other evidence strongly demonstrates that UK corporates want to support carbon reduction projects in this country", said Jon d'Este-Hoare of BRE. "There is also a ready supply of high quality projects in need of funding. UK-based carbon reduction projects do not qualify for carbon offsetting schemes, but offsetting is not the only way – or motivation – for companies to support these projects.
"The reasons why companies want to support UK based projects are many and varied. For some it may be the opportunity to support projects which have a direct impact on the lives of their staff and customers. For others it may be about communication – solar panels on the local school are easier to understand than a carbon offset project overseas."
The framework provides a database that will match carbon reduction projects with funders. Project developers can now go to www.ukcarbonreporting.org to register their projects. Project sponsors can find authoritative information on the benefits that their support can achieve and how best to integrate supporting UK projects into their carbon management plans.
For further information contact Linda McKeown, BRE 01923 664569 email@example.com
BRE has been building a better world for almost 90 years through cutting edge research, consultancy and testing services. The organisation's unrivalled knowledge in regard to sustainability and innovation is used across the construction industry and in the corporate world creating better buildings, communities and businesses. BRE is part of the BRE Group of companies owned by the BRE Trust, a registered charity. The profits made by BRE go to the BRE Trust the largest UK charity dedicated specifically to research and education in the built environment. www.bre.co.uk
British Airways
British Airways is one of the world's leading global premium airlines. It takes its environmental responsibilities very seriously and focuses on assessing and minimising the impact of its business on climate change. The airline aims to set the standard in responsible aviation.
In this press release, references to Deloitte are to Deloitte LLP which is among the country's leading professional services firms.
Deloitte LLP is the United Kingdom member firm of Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Limited ('DTTL'), a UK private company limited by guarantee, whose member firms are legally separate and independent entities. Please see www.deloitte.co.uk/about for a detailed description of the legal structure of DTTL and its member firms.
The information contained in this press release is correct at the time of going to press.
For more information, please visit www.deloitte.co.uk
One Destination Carbon Fund
One Destination is British Airways' corporate responsibility programme. The One Destination Carbon Fund will be launched during September 2011 and will replace BA's carbon offset scheme. British Airways will donate all of the funds received into the BA One Destination Carbon Fund to Pure the Clean Planet Trust (Registered Charity No. 1112249)
Forum for the Future
Forum for the Future is a non-profit organisation working globally with business and government to create a sustainable future. It aims to transform the critical systems that we all depend on such as food, energy and finance, to make them fit for the challenges of the 21st century. It has 15 years' experience inspiring new thinking, building creative partnerships and developing practical innovations to change our world. www.forumforthefuture.org
The Forum's work on energy has three key strands:
- To scale up sustainable heat, electricity and transport solutions
- To help design new products, services and business models that will create a sustainable energy system
- To find new financial mechanisms to channel investment to innovative energy solutions.


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Jun 7 2012
Feliz Cumpleaños With No Piñata?
Piñatas are often associated with Hispanic birthday celebrations. However, some birthday celebrations in Guatemala do not include a piñata.
Feb 25 2010
The Piñata Maker
The community of Montelimar is south of San Salvador, near a town named Olocuilta. The road near Montelimar, which leads to the airport, takes you past a scene that appears desolate. Even though the community has brick houses, electricity and potable water, the desolation of the surroundings and the distance from every other community make…


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Woman shot and killed on West side
By Drew Joseph : September 29, 2013 : Updated: September 30, 2013 5:59am
SAN ANTONIO – A woman was shot and killed Sunday morning in the driveway of her West side home, police said.
The shooting happened around 8:30 a.m. Sunday on the 6400 block of Brownleaf Street. Neighbors said they heard several shots, and police say the woman was hit multiple times.
The woman, who has not been identified, had three children, neighbors said.
Police are investigating. No one is in custody at this time.
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Spec Ops: The Line is one of those rare video games where the story often outshines the gameplay. Even though you might have tired of pumping bullets into sand-covered foes, it's the story in Spec Ops that will undoubtedly push many players forward.
With a story inspired by Joseph Conrad's novella Heart of Darkness, our film pairing recommendation for the game is obvious: Francis Ford Coppola's iconic Apocalypse Now – a film that has also heavily influenced the Yager-developed video game.
%Gallery-157400% Apocalypse Now was the film that nearly unraveled Coppola and his sanity, much like what happens with the main character in the book it is based on. The story was passed around between Coppola, George Lucas, and Steven Spielberg, and at one point Lucas was going to film it as a black comedy. Even when Coppola decided to make it, things didn't go smoothly: Martin Sheen had a heart attack during the production, a typhoon destroyed the sets, and Marlon Brando showed up extremely overweight.
But Coppola persevered through 15 months of principal photography and editing millions of feet of footage, turning the morass into what is now generally held to be a masterpiece of the "New Hollywood" wave of films and directors that swept through the industry in the late 1960s until the early 1980s. Coppola had been chastised and mocked in the press as making a film that would be a disaster, and instead he created one of the most impressive films of all time.
The film has enjoyed a long life, with theatrical rereleases in 1987 and 2001, with the 2001 version being the much longer Apocalypse Now Redux, which was subsequently released on DVD. This cut adds 49 minutes of footage to the film, including a scene where Martin Sheen's Captain Willard steals Colonel Kilgore's (Robert Duval) surfboard. That scene adds some levity to the film, while much of the added footage underscores the disturbing nature of the film, and of the war in Vietnam.
If you're going to give Spec Ops: The Line even a cursory glance, you should first take a spin through this classic film. Colonel Kurtz' line "The horror... the horror" will resonate with you as you see what Captain Walker sees in Spec Ops, and Dennis Hopper's photojournalist character in the movie correlates closely with "Radioman" in the game. Coppola himself said during production of the movie, "We were in the jungle, there were too many of us, we had access to too much money, too much equipment, and little by little we went insane." You might feel the same way after watching this film, or playing this game.
If you have a Netflix account, you can stream the original Apocalypse Now or even the extended Apocalypse Now Redux through Netflix Instant Watch (in the United States). Xbox 360 owners can purchase either version of the film for 1200 points ($15) in high definition or 800 points ($10) in standard, while PlayStation 3 owners can pick either edition up in HD for $19.99 or in SD for $9.99.
But if you really want the complete experience, pick up the three disc "Full Disclosure Edition" on Blu-ray which contains Apocalypse Now, Apocalypse Now Redux, and the intensely personal and insightful documentary Hearts of Darkness: A Filmmaker's Apocalypse, which was filmed by Coppola's wife Eleanor during production. Along with a treasure trove of extras dedicated to one disc, this includes a booklet about the film with scans of Coppola's original notes.
No matter how you watch it, try out the demo for Spec Ops: The Line or fire up the full game and see how the two go together.
And for more on Spec Ops: The Line, read Joystiq's recent review.
Kevin Kelly is a writer and pop culture junkie with a fixation on video games, movies, and board games. His writing has been seen at Moviefone, io9, Film School Rejects, TechRadar, Wizard World, G4, and The Austin Chronicle. He lives in Los Angeles and does not know how to surf. Follow him on Twitter @kevinkelly.
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Gallery: PROJECT EARTH DAY 2008: EGB Eco fashion event
Eco-fashion loving New Yorkers came out in droves last Thursday night for the annual Project Earth Day green runway show/fashion design competition. The turnout was even more impressive than last year's event, and the Teknion showroom was a teeming with Earth Week eco-chatter, the latest in fresh green style, and yummy organic treats and beverages. Slated as an eco take on Project Runway, this year's designs and creations were impressively innovative as well as gorgeously tailored from the latest sustainable textiles and organic materials. It was totally thrilling to see the student designs light up the runway with the glow of their future-forward ideas as well as some real sustainable saviness already radiating from the next generation of young eco designers. (Gorgeous 'green LED lighting' by lighting designer Sarah Jakubasz of Lightswitch also provided that special Earth Day glow!). Read on for some of the night's highlights as well as PHOTOS from both the designer runway show and the student design competition>>>
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Miley Cyrus has come a long way from being a Disney Channel super star! From cutting off her hair looking like a boy to showing off her twerking moves, the singer continues to evolve into her new image and she showed some serious skin and camel toe in Miami yesterday.
Miley was spotted the Clevelander Hotel to hit the stage and meet some fans sporting some super short shorts!
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