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Smith, who came to the University in 1969, was a teacher, director, actor, sound designer and former director of production programs. Smith, 78, also helped found the Cider Mill Playhouse.
"Dick was a great theater person," said department Chair John Vestal, who worked on about 50 shows with Smith. "He had a great sense of humor. He had done everything in his career."
Vestal recalled working with Smith and his wife, Elynor "Noni" Smith, also a founder of the Cider Mill Playhouse, on the show The Gin Game.
"I did some of my best work, both sets and lights," Vestal said, "and Noni and Dick were just perfect for the
Smith held doctoral and master's degrees from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and a bachelor's degree from Purdue University. "He was a very dedicated teacher," Vestal said, "and I know that students were always in his office."
Smith retired from the University in 1994 but continued acting and commercial work.
Smith is survived by his wife, a son, nieces and nephews. A memorial service will take place at a later date at the Cider Mill.
Memorial contributions may be made to the John and Vi Bielenberg Scholarship Foundation at Binghamton University in care of the BU Foundation, P.O. Box 6005, State University of New York, Binghamton, N.Y. 13902 or to the Cider Mill Playhouse, 2 S. Nanticoke Ave., Endicott, N.Y. 13760.


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Italy Roundtable: Driving in Italy
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Hello Rebecca! Oh yooouuuuu!!! So you are a professional lyer (or lying when your profession requires it?..;-) and left the "Oasi delle Vespe" without knowing how to drive???… I was calm though, as you told me you had some (old) experience.., normally this is enough.. – I'm happy that after some time you enjoyed driving my yellow vespa duck all the same! – You know, I always include Panicale and Paciano in the tour around the Lake as the streets leading to them are small and quiet and as they both are (together with Castiglione del Lago) part of the "borghi più belli d'Italia" (= the nicest villages of Italy).
Next time you should take one of my vespas with the windshield (most of them have it), so that you can drive with an "open decolleté".. ;-) – Some drivers prefere with and some without windshield. I decided to give them the choice as long as both types are free..
When you want to gain more experience by driving a vespa (to get professional also in that ;-) just give me a call or pass by.. :-) Me and my ducks are waiting for you.. – if we are not out.. – for a duck! :-)
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ok, this was super. you really put me there in the drivers seat so to speak. Our house is in Panicale so we think its the center of the known universe. we're only there a few times a year. so we have to do what we can to have Italian moments when we are in Maine. check this out: http://www.seeyouinitaly.com/blog/?p=1010
we are having an Italian festival in Portland. and you see my Vespa? ok, its an vespa based ape. we call it Bad Monkey, it is such a prima donna. and it does take both hands and one foot to drive. ah, but when the sun is out and the loudspeaker on and i'm tooling down the bricks of Commercial Street on Portland's water front on a sunny day like today, its a rush. weird weird thing to drive but we're bonding.
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There are few experiences like driving in Italy. I happen to enjoy the chaos but that doesn't mean there haven't been moments of great fear.
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I'm very glad you can't write a haiku either. Oh, I so want to go on this vespa ride now. It looks like much fun, senza the insects :-)
Hi, this sounds like so much fun. I loved this aticle and I would love to do this one day. Thank you for sharing your experience and for writing this article. :)
As always, your eloquence satisfies! Such a rich story, told so well. I envy your easy access to the small towns you drove through. Thanks for the tour! I'm just getting used to driving a Twingo in the hills near Rome, and enjoy the adventure. I like being able to stop, or not, as Italians tend to do!
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Simon Spurr's latest creations lined the back of Nolita's Openhouse Gallery as though on a religious altar—and at first, onlookers kept a respectful distance. Soon, though, guests gave into the urge to examine the designer's trademark craftsmanship up close. Without a single wayward stitch, Spurr's suits and separates were the most rigorously fitted—and expensive-looking—clothes we'd seen in a long time. "When you spend a lot of money on something, it should be worth it," a dapper Spurr told us. "It should have quality Italian construction, horn buttons, functional cuffs on the suit jacket." The looks supposedly spanned the British social classes, but even the pinned, tugged, and knotted T-shirt of the street punk looked more elegant than everything in our closet.
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An acclaimed exhibit ending a four-month run in New York City has given art lovers the chance to explore a single theme, Christ as the Man of Sorrows, and the Venetian artistic tradition that gave it full flowering.
A multi-millionaire has bought a series of 17th century religious paintings from the Church of England for £15 million and then given them back to the nation.
The Real Van Gogh: the Artist and his Letters exhibition at the Royal Academy features some 65 paintings, 40 drawings and letters, says Jo Siedlecka. It also offers a wealth of new insights into the life of this great artist.
A cruciform tree, a radiating Cain eyed by a simmering Abel, and a doveish floating vision: these are just a few of the images you will see as part of the vital but little-known Methodist Art Collection, says Simon Barrow.
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An art thief has broken into a church and stolen a precious 450-year-old painting called "Let the little children come to me" by the revered 16th century German artist Lucas Cranach (1472-1533).
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AS well as print, social media also plays an important role in house hunting.
Last year as part of its Get Moving campaign HomeSeeker hosted its first Twitter property event, kicking things off with an introductory tweet which went on to reach over 33,000 followers.
Using a specific hashtag, estate agents and HomeSeeker tweeted over 40 properties during the half-hour event.
Afterwards agents reported that the tweeted properties had on average six times as many buyers look at the details online than properties that were not tweeted.
HomeSeeker editor Gillian Adams said: "Due to the positive response from agents and house hunters we are now going to run these Twitter events on the last Wednesday of every month.
"HomeSeeker aims to showcase the best properties in the area, both online and in print, and twitter is one way of creating a platform of communication between buyers and estate and lettings agents."
"During the last event it was fantastic to see such a variety of homes for sale and rent being tweeted and then retweeted by Twitter followers, potentially reaching thousands of people."
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No. 1 East Coweta looks to end year on top
by Chris Goltermann
The subtractions at East Coweta seemed to outweigh the additions at the start of the 2013 baseball season. Gone were the team's top-two starting pitchers, as well as two potential starters that opted not to return to the program this spring.
Also absent were BBCOR bats — banned by the Georgia High School Association — that turned a power-hitting Indians lineup into fence swingers a year earlier.
Then again, even with all of those attributes a year earlier, the program had muddled through a disappointing 16-14 season in 2012 despite reaching the second round of the state playoffs.
Without them over the past three months, however, they've still managed to become the No. 1 ranked team in Class AAAAAA heading back into the postseason.
It starts with today's 4 p.m., doubleheader at home to open a best of three first-round series with Rockdale County, the No. 4 seed out of Region 2-AAAAAA.
Remarkable as it sounds, East Coweta's impressive turnaround isn't quite as much magic as it is a maturity process. A large senior class provided the nucleus needed to create the chemistry for an eventual Region 3-AAAAAA champion and a 24-2 regular-season record.
It remains steadfast through the Indians' recent rise to the top of the Georgia Dugout Club's state rankings.
"I can tell you honestly that not a single coach or player has mentioned that one time," said East Coweta head coach Franklin DeLoach. "There's a common saying we tend to use a lot. It's not how you start, but how you finish. Our guys have really stepped up and my hat's off to the seniors. They've done well in the offseason, done well in the regular season. When it comes to February, March and April, they've done all we've asked them. But May's a different story. Everybody's zero and zero."
Rockdale County finished with the third-best overall record in 2-AAAAAA but lost a tiebreaker to Newton for the No. 3 seed in the state playoffs. It's as much an early test of the Indians' fortitude, especially after an eight-day layoff.
"We know it's going to be a battle," said DeLoach. "We win two, we keep playing. If we lose two, then well ... we're counting socks. We did several things this week with game simulation. But we'll just have to see how we react. It's important for us to set the tone."
The changes have been numerous from a 2012 campaign that left what some called "a sour taste" following a second-round exit against Mill Creek, even though the majority of the names on the roster haven't changed. Maybe the biggest alteration has been in attitude.
"These guys want to win," said Indians assistant Brandon Blair, who has spent the last dozen years within the program following his playing days at East Coweta. "The other big change was the switch from the BBCOR. Our guys have been used to going up there looking for the fences. We had to change our whole philosophy when it came to hitting."
The top of the Indian order has remained lethal starting with leadoff man Cameron Smith and continuing down the order with junior Bryce Gemmel, seniors Cole Amtmann, Jon Banks and Geremy Walton on to No. 6 hitter Matthew Meyer. The group batted .404 (19-for-47) with in the team's two victories in its pivotal three-game region series with Newnan to gain home-field advantage through at least the first-two rounds of the state playoffs.
But there's been consistency throughout the lineup as well. Along with Banks in the cleanup spot, senior second-baseman and No. 9 hitter Tim Manning was the only Indian to hit safely in all three games against Newnan in an effort that included a squeeze-bunt for a game-tying single in the series' final game.
"It's been the Tim Mannings' and the Travis Williams' and the Kyle Lorows' that's been doing this as well," said DeLoach of three seniors who have all hit near the bottom of the order while starting at second, shortstop and catcher during most of the year.
One addition that sparked East Coweta's pitching staff, despite the losses in the offseason, was the return of Mark Bowles as an assistant after previously coaching at Hiram. Senior sidearmer Zack McCurry quickly became the team's ace after being used in spot situations last year while showing plenty of potential as a junior.
Junior Austin Bellamy, who is likely to pitch game two, has experienced his share of success as well including a 1-hit shutout against Douglas County during Region 3-AAAAAA play.
"Getting Coach Bowles back here, that was probably better for us than picking up a transfer student," said DeLoach. "I may be the head coach as far as the title goes. But as far as our staff, we have three varsity coaches. Both of those coaches have done a heck of a job."


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MADISON -- A family in Madison is getting extreme home renovation help this week from local volunteers and businesses, as well as the "Extreme Makeover: Home Edition" television show.
Design and construction crews will be at the home of 10-year-old Anaiah Rucker throughout the week, culminating with the "Move That Bus" ceremony Saturday afternoon.
Rucker was severely injured at the age of 9 when she pushed her 5-year-old sister out of the path of an oncoming truck. Rucker's left leg was amputated as a result of her injuries and she is now wheelchair-bound.
Local builders on the project include Madison-based Smart Properties and Lake Oconee-based Pilot Builders. Social Circle Ace Hardware has also contributed many supplies and two of its employees will be on site helping with construction.
According to the "Extreme Makeover: Home Edition" Georgia Build Facebook page, Rucker, her mother, Andrea, and two sisters, Camry and Amariah, were awakened Sunday to a knock on the door by the show's host, Ty Pennington, and the "Extreme Makeover: Home Edition" design crew. They were sent on a vacation to Walt Disney World while designers, builders and volunteers work over the next several days to renovate the family's home to accommodate Rucker.
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Today's Slow Scrap Challenge is posted... http://scrapgirls.net/forum/topic/63092-fours-seasons-slow-scrap-october-forum-game/page-5Oct 12 2015 06:16 AM
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MariJFor sure, Happy Thanksgiving to you all.
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Florida grannyHappy Thanksgiving! We are grateful for you. :)
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Cheri THappy Thanksgiving - sorry I'm late with my wishes!
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My favorite person in the world passed away last night. My grandfather was 95 yrs old and ready to go, but I'm going to miss him!Oct 11 2015 05:08 PM
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Debbie CleekIn so sorry Carla. My thoughts are with you.
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Jane in N.ZCarla I'm so sorry to hear this. My prayers go out to you all at this time :)
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Day 1 of my PS CC and LR trial went quite well. PS CC reminded me a little of PaintShop Pro. LR's search function is useable but there's no drag and drop in PS CC.Oct 11 2015 03:14 PM
EdenThanks April. Has any told you lately that you're awesome!
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MariJYay - that's good to hear Eden. Glad it's going well for you.
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April ShowersYou're welcome! I'm sure there must be someone who loves the tabs and docking, but they wouldn't be digi-scrappers.
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Adobe released PSE14. I just downloaded the free trial, which took forever due to errors. Going to play with it later today when I have some spare time. I'll let you gals know how it goes.Oct 11 2015 09:41 AM
LauraYBLol--and I'm back here on PSE 10!
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MariJGood luck Carol. I'm just trying to learn a new 13 and here comes 14!
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Florida grannyThanks, Carol. I'm thinking of putting PSE14 on my Christmas list. Should I?
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Thankful for a three day weekend... I have several layouts I need to print, hope I can get to it!Oct 10 2015 02:25 PM
alsoartyWith 3 days! I am sure you can :) good luck and enjoy.
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OMG! We finally have internet again!!! It's only been 9 days. :-/Oct 10 2015 12:17 PM
Marie-Christinegreat news, welcome back.
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EdenIt's amazing how it's become such an important part in our lives, isn't it?
Oct 10 2015 04:59 PM
scrapgranWelcome back Kelly.
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Left some love in the October Slow Scrap gallery. Some beautiful layouts ladies. Will be back later to finish leaving love.Oct 10 2015 10:54 AM
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Last week's episode of Breaking Bad (Box Cutter), ended on a rather calm note, all things considered. After watching Gus rip Victor's throat out in a fit of calm rage, Walt, Jesse and Mike worked together to dispose of the body, and then stopped by Denny's (sans Mike) for a nice breakfast. Everyone seemed oddly at peace with the way things had played out.
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Jesse, on the other hand, is retreating from the real world. He's using his ill-gotten gains to make useless purchases, filling his home with over-the-top stereo equipment and robot vacuums. I'm not exactly an expert in the field of psychology, but I think it's going to take more than just a Roomba to help Jesse forget that he murdered a man in cold blood.
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The Copley Society of Art will host its annual juried Summer Members' Show, Inspired by the Modernists from June 29th to August 22nd. The exhibit will be on display in the Upper Gallery and opens with an afternoon reception on Saturday, June 29th from 3:30 to 5:30 PM, free and open to the public.
Inspired by the Modernists is a continuation of our celebration of the 100th anniversary of the Armory Show. Artist members were asked to submit works that reference the style of artists who exhibited during the Armory Show's stop in Boston at the Copley Society in 1913.
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"EVIL DEAD" (Premiere 10) An evil force attacks five friends vacationing in a cabin in the woods. Horror with Jane Levy, Shiloh Fernandez and Jessica Lucas. R. 91 minutes. Not reviewed.
"JURASSIC PARK 3D" (Premiere 10) Disaster strikes a dinosaur-based theme park. Adventure with Sam Neill, Laura Dern and Jeff Goldblum. PG-13. 127 minutes. Not reviewed.
"21 AND OVER" (PC-6) A college student's 21st birthday celebration gets out of hand. Comedy with Miles Teller, Justin Chon, Jonathan Keltz. R. 2½ stars.
"THE CALL" (PC-6) A 911 operator receives a call from a kidnapped girl. Thriller with Halle Berry, Evie Thompson and Abigail Breslin. R. Not reviewed.
"THE CROODS" (Premiere 10, Town & Country) Members of a prehistoric family are forced out of their cave to explore the world. Animated comedy with Nicolas Cage, Ryan Reynolds and Emma Stone. PG. 98 minutes. 2½ stars.
"DARK SKIES" (PC-6) A suburban family is attacked by a malevolent force. Horror with Keri Russell, Jake Brennan and Josh Hamilton. PG-13. Not reviewed.
"ESCAPE FROM PLANET EARTH" (PC-6) Aliens fall into a trap on a distant world. Animated comedy with Brendan Fraser, Sarah Jessica Parker and Jessica Alba. PG. Not reviewed.
"G.I. JOE: RETALIATION" (PC-6, Town & Country) After the president orders its destruction, the G.I. Joe team faces off with an enemy who is controlling world leaders. Action adventure with Dwayne Johnson, D.J. Cotrona and Channing Tatum. PG-13. 110 minutes. Not reviewed.
"A GOOD DAY TO DIE HARD" (Century 12) John McClane teams up with his son to fight organized crime in Russia. Action with Bruce Willis, Jai Courtney and Sebastian Koch. R. 97 minutes. Not reviewed.
"HANSEL & GRETEL: WITCH HUNTERS" (Century 12) Two siblings hunt witches around the world. Fantasy action with Jeremy Renner, Gemma Arterton and Peter Stormare. R. Not reviewed.
"THE HOST" (Premiere 10) A young woman fights against a mysterious force that is taking over humanity. Romantic adventure with Saoirse Ronan, Max Irons, Jake Abel. PG-13. 125 minutes. Not reviewed.
"IDENTITY THIEF" (PC-6) A man confronts the woman who has stolen his identity. Comedy with Jason Bateman, Melissa McCarthy and John Cho. R. 112 minutes. Not reviewed.
"JACK THE GIANT SLAYER" (Century 12, Town & Country) A young man enters the realm of giants. Fantasy adventure with Nicholas Hoult, Stanley Tucci and Ewan McGregor. PG-13. 114 minutes. Three stars.
"OLYMPUS HAS FALLEN" (Century 12) After the president is kidnapped, a former presidential guard is called into action. Action with Gerard Butler, Aaron Eckhart and Morgan Freeman. R. Not reviewed.
"ON THE ROAD" (Premiere 10) An aspiring writer goes on a road trip with a pair of his friends. Adventure with Sam Riley, Garrett Hedlund and Kristen Stewart. R. 124 minutes. Not reviewed.
"OZ THE GREAT AND POWERFUL" (Premiere 10, Town & Country) A circus magician finds himself in the wondrous Land of Oz and tries to pass himself off as a great wizard. Fantasy adventure with James Franco, Michelle Williams and Rachel Weisz. PG. 130 minutes. Two stars.
"PARENTAL GUIDANCE" (Westwood) Old-school grandparents try to keep up with their modern grandchildren. Comedy with Billy Crystal, Bette Midler and Marisa Tomei. PG. 104 minutes. Not reviewed.
"RISE OF THE GUARDIANS" (Westwood) Santa, the Easter Bunny and others team up to save the world. Animated adventure with Hugh Jackman, Alec Baldwin and Isla Fisher. PG. 97 minutes. Not reviewed.
"SAFE HAVEN" (Century 12) A woman moves to a small town and finds love, but her past conceals a dark secret. Dramatic romance with Julianne Hough, Josh Duhamel and Cobie Smulders. PG-13. 115 minutes. Not reviewed.
"SILVER LININGS PLAYBOOK" (Century 12) After a mental breakdown, a man tries to rebuild his life with the help of a mysterious woman. Romantic comedy with Bradley Cooper, Jennifer Lawrence and Robert De Niro. R. 122 minutes. Not reviewed.
"SNITCH" (PC-6) A man goes undercover to bust a drug ring and free his son. Action with Dwayne Johnson, Susan Sarandon and Jon Bernthal. PG-13. 112 minutes. Not reviewed.
"SPRING BREAKERS" (Century 12) Four college girls on spring break are roped into a criminal enterprise. Comedy with Vanessa Hudgens, Selena Gomez and Ashley Benson. R. 94 minutes. Not reviewed.
"TYLER PERRY'S TEMPTATION" (Century 12) A married woman finds temptation in a wealthy man. Drama with Jurnee Smollett-Bell, Vanessa Williams and Brandy Norwood. PG-13. Not reviewed.
"WARM BODIES" (Century 12) After the zombie apocalypse, romance develops between a survivor and one of the undead. Comedy with Nicholas Hoult, Teresa Palmer and John Malkovich. PG-13. 97 minutes. Not reviewed.
"WEST OF MEMPHIS" (Century 12) An examination of a miscarriage of justice in the American South. Documentary with Jason Baldwin, Damien Wayne Echols and Jessie Misskelley. R. 147 minutes. Not reviewed.
"WRECK-IT RALPH" (Westwood) A video game villain tries to become a hero. Animated comedy with John C. Reilly, Jack McBrayer and Jane Lynch. PG. 98 minutes. 3½ stars.
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Audience members hugged and screamed with delight as chat show host Oprah invited them on an eight-day trip to Australia – with John Travolta as pilot.
The dramatic gesture was to celebrate the last series of her iconic programme – which is ending on September 9, 2011 after a 25-year run.
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Not an easy subject, nevertheless, one that is affecting my family.
My niece is nearly 3 years old and she rubs, stimulates, (reluctantly wanting to use the word) masturbates and she has been from nearly 1.5 - 2 years old.
When my sister "catches" her (as she now does it in secret) she tells her off which leads to my niece feeling embarrassed and teary.
When my brother in-law "catches" her, he calmly and nicely calls her name and asks what is she doing - she responds by trying to change subject or distract my BIL by playing games.
Our concern is: is it normal? Is it something we need to address with a doctor/psychologist? Is it a passing faze? How shall we, the family, address it - ie should it be the womenfolk or the men or both?
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Willow Grove LRA Moves toward Final Reuse Plan
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The Horsham LRA is scheduled to adopt a final reuse plan on March 21 for 862 acres at the former Naval Air Station Willow Grove located outside of Philadelphia, after settling on one of the redevelopment scenarios prepared by its planning consultant.
After approving "option E" at its public meeting Wednesday, the LRA asked RKG Associates to provide more financial details about the scenario, along with a description of the different housing types included in the plan, reported the Hatboro-Horsham Patch. The LRA is expected to introduce the final plan at its Feb. 15 meeting and allow residents 30 days to comment.
Previously, the authority recommended reducing the density of the reuse plan by 30 percent, resulting in a decrease in the number of housing units from 1,999 to 1,416. LRA Executive Director Mike McGee told the audience the development would be implemented in phases, with single-family homes likely constructed first.


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Nevada Firearms Attorney?
I have a question about a Clark county, NV ordinance, it's constitutionality/legality vis-a-vis NV state law, and the possibility of amending it. This is a RKBA issue, and I'm looking for a free consult to determine if there is anything worth pursuing.
There has been no incident, violation, or charges whatsoever. This is strictly a rights issue.
I have more info to PM or discuss with a qualified NV attorney who is available for a pro-bono initial consultation, on the phone or in person.
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I don't know much about the law, but don't you have to be affected in some way to have standing before a court?
For example, The ordinance says you can't carry a handgun on the street, but that ordinance is preempted by State law. You carry a handgun on the street and you are arrested. You then fight the charge and if you win the law is basically trumped by case law. lose or win you may be able to sue for damages in federal court.
For example there is a law in the city near where I live that prohibits the carry of all handguns. The Tennessee Supreme Court has said a law like that is unconstitutional in my State. I have written the city attorney and gave him the decision, but they haven't changed the law.
If I have the time and money I could go carry a handgun in violation of the ordinance. At that point the cops would have to decide if they arrest me or not. When arrested I fight the charge and win. I then take the city and the police to federal court stating my civil rights were violated and that they should have known the law was unconstitutional. My damages would be attorney fees, defamation, time spent in jail, injuries, mental anguish, and anything else that applies. I wouldn't get rich, but it teaches the city and cops they need to be careful when making and enforcing ordinances.
|January 28, 2010, 08:55 PM
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You are correct, but I think there may be a political route to modifying the ordinance I am referring to. I need the legal facts first, as these may help bolster willingness to make an essentially procedural change. Sorry to be so cryptic, but I don't want to tip my hand, as they say here in Vegas.
As everyone can see, I have attorneys beating a path to my door. . . . not. C'mon nobody even curious about this? Not even for a 5 minute phone call?
|January 28, 2010, 09:01 PM
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If I was an attorney I would only be interested in making money. Law school costs big bucks, a lot of time, and dedication. How does this make an attorney money?
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The following is a list of bills which may be discussed at the Constitutional Laws Subcommittee meeting on Thursday, March 20, 2014, at 9:00 a.m., in Room 516 of the Blatt Building.
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Recycle Your Cyberjunk at UA BookStores. The University of Arizona BookStores is hosting the fifth annual Cyberjunk Collection to encourage people to bring in their old or unused technology components to the University of Arizona campus so they can be recycled in an environmentally-friendly fashion.
Many people might not realize that old computer components contain toxic chemicals such as lead, cadmium, arsenic and mercury that can leak out into the ground when they are tossed into a landfill. The Cyberjunk Collection provides a safe disposal alternative to simply throwing these items away, and it prevents hazardous chemicals from affecting the environment. All the e-waste collected is processed in the United States, and nothing is shipped overseas for disposal. To preserve the privacy of donors, all hard drives are removed and ground down to confetti-sized pieces, making potentially sensitive information irretrievable.
To participate, simply bring old or unused computers, monitors, fax machines, scanners, desktop-size copy machines, CD drives, hard drives, TVs, VCRs, projectors, overhead projectors, networking equipment, cables and peripherals to the UA BookStores loading dock at Mountain Avenue and Campus Drive (just south of Speedway Boulevard). This year, with heavy on-campus construction, the Mountain Avenue area experiences unpredictable traffic patterns. Please anticipate detours and look for maps and signs posted near the BookStores to help find your way.
The 2011 Cyberjunk Collection was a huge success. A total of 120 pallets of old technology were collected and recycled, preventing the environmental damage that could have potentially occurred. That's 47 tons of old technology not leaking toxic chemicals into a landfill! To learn more about the event, how to participate and what restrictions apply please visit our website at uabookstores.arizona.edu/cyberjunk.


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Sacramento Kings still have plenty of questions to answer in their final two preseason games
Four position battles are still yet to be decided with the season a week away
Sacramento Kings acknowledged in several categories of NBA's annual GM survey
The Kings earn a few acknowledgements in this year's GM poll.
Luc Mbah a Moute aims to play in Sacramento Kings' final two preseason games
The veteran forward participated in his first full practice yesterday.
Jason Thompson on his improved defense
The Sacramento Kings big man weighs in on the changes his made to his defensive game.
Michael Malone sharply executing his coaching approach with Sacramento Kings
The Kings new head coach is bringing clarity to the Sacramento bench.
CK Preseason Press Box Report: Sacramento Kings 107, Phoenix Suns 90
Jimmer Fredette eclipses the Suns with his 3-point shooting.
Patrick Patterson looks to show off new skills and versatility this season with Sacramento Kings
The fourth-year forward is hoping to exhibit some new tricks this season.
Sacramento Kings acknowledge blow dealt by Carl Landry's injury
Landry's teammates and head coach weigh in on his extended absence.
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Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation house rental in Fort Myers Beach, Florida Property Type: DuplexFloor Area: 1200 sq. ft.Location Type: Acrossthe street from the beachTheme: luxury/familyGeneral: towels providedPayPal accepted (instant pay only for services)Ceiling-FansHair-DryerPaper-TowelsRestaurant-Dining-GuideSoaps-BasicCentral air-conditioning/heatingKitchen: cooking utensils, grill, coffee maker, toaster, iron & board, refrigerator/freezer, oven, microwave, washing machine/clothes dryer, Blender, Coffee-Grinder, Ice-Maker, Stove-Top-BurnersDining: Seatingfor 6 peopleBathrooms: 2 bathroom(s)Bathroom 1 - Toilet, Combination Tub/ShowerBathroom 2 - Toilet, Combination Tub/ShowerBedrooms: 2 bedrooms,(2 Master Suits) 2 bath both with walk-in closets & sleeps maximum of 7 peopleBedroom 1 - 1 KingBedroom 2 - 2 QueenEntertainment: tv satellite or cable VCR DVDOutside: Outdoor-GrillParking-Off-StreetScreened-Porch/LanaiSuitability: non smoking onlyLong term renters welcomePets consideredChildren welcomeLocal Activities: antiquing, swimming, tennis, walking, sailing, fishing, wind-surfingOnsite Equipment: Beach-Chairs, Beach-TowelsAttractions: ATM/Bank, Churches, Cinemas, Eco-Tourism, Fitness-Center, Grocery store, Hospital, Library, Marina, Museums, Playground, Water-Parks, RestaurantsLeisure Activities: Beachcombing, DeepSea-Fishing, Fly-Fishing, Gambling-Casinos, Hiking, Jet-Skiing, Live-Theater, Outlet-Shopping, Paddle-Boating, Pier-Fishing, Sight-Seeing,Sound/Bay-Fishing, Surf-FishingNearby Services: Massage-TherapistFree Availability Calendar
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Thistle Marble Arch, a classic Art Deco hotel, is one of the few hotels overlooking Oxford Street - one of London's most famous shopping districts. With Bond Street not far and Hyde Park opposite, it is the perfect place to explore London attractions and the West End. This large hotel offers a host of little luxuries like access to Health and Fitness Centre, flat screen LCD TV with Freeview, tea/coffee making facilities and your own fridge. Executive rooms include access to the Executive Lounge which serves complimentary breakfast along with snacks, canapés and drinks.
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|This is my third stay at Marble Arch Thistle, staff are faultless, rooms are immaculate. Staff stand at every corner offering assistance. Total safety for lone travellers and elderly travellers due to the abundance of staff, they refuse to see anyone struggle with cases or loss of direction. Room face inwards and outwards onto busy streets, so if you need total quiet perhaps requesting high/inwards would be better. 4 lifts on floors. Luggage store will take your bags before and after check out so arrive early, check in,go out for the day then just collect your key later.
Dawn from Welton Lincoln, United Kingdom would recommend this hotel to a friend
|Enjoyed my stay at the Thistle Marble Arch. The staff were more than helpful and very polite but was difficult at times because of the language barrier when I had a query whilst checking in.
Joanna from Cambridge, United Kingdom would recommend this hotel to a friend
|Room is good and modern. I only have one remark. You can hear the noise from the hall very clear. I think this can easily be solved with some isolation strips.
Frans from Brecht, Belgium would recommend this hotel to a friend
|I was in a room, 294, with large noisy systems outside my window. The sound was so loud that even with earplugs in it was impossible to sleep. I called and was given another room on 7th floor which had double window so did not hear it so much, but the airco was still pretty noisy. I have stayed here before but with room on the street side.
Anonymous from Amsterdam, Netherlands would not recommend this hotel to a friend
|Lovely, clean and friendly hotel. A great location for shopping. I will definately be going back..
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1052And therefore now I need not feare to die,
1053To cleare this spot by death (at least) I giue
1054A badge of Fame to sclanders liuerie,
1055A dying life, to liuing infamie:
1056_Poore helplesse helpe, the treasure stolne away,
1057_To burne the guiltlesse casket where it lay.
1058VVell well deare COLATINE, thou shalt not know
1059The stained tast of violated troth:
1060I will not wrong thy true affection so,
1061To flatter thee with an infringed oath:
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1063_He shall not boast who did thy stocke pollute,
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1065Nor shall he smile at thee in secret thought,
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1067But thou shalt know thy intrest was not bought
1068Basely with gold, but stolne from foorth thy gate.
1069For me I am the mistresse of my fate,
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1071_Till life to death acquit my forst offence.
1072I will not poyson thee with my attaint,
1073Nor fold my fault in cleanly coin'd excuses,
1074My sable ground of sinne I will not paint,
1075To hide the truth of this false nights abuses.
1076My tongue shall vtter all, mine eyes like sluces,
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1078_Shal gush pure streams to purge my impure tale.
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1080The well-tun'd warble of her nightly sorrow,
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Measuring Success Of Social Media For Business
At Econsultancy today, Editor-in-chief Chris Lake is putting social media measurement into perspective:
The key with social media measurement, I think, is to stand back and take a widescreen approach to measurement.
Rather than focusing on the smaller, campaign-specific metrics, such as traffic from Twitter or the number of fans on Facebook, wouldn't it be better to look at how it helps to shift the most important business KPIs, such as sales, profits, as well as customer retention and satisfaction rates?
Wait, what? Instead of looking at the easily measurable metrics, actually measure our success by how well our social media stats fit into our overall online strategy? . . . Nah, that'll never work.
Okay, it shouldn't be any secret that I totally agree with Chris here, since I've been talking about this since my very first post on Marketing Pilgrim. Sometimes, guys, we do get a little too fixated on the trees.
Three or four years ago, that meant obsessively following your ranking stats for each keyword, rather than looking at how well that traffic did once they actually got to our sites. These days, it's more at exactly what Chris mentions above. Frankly, ten thousand followers on Facebook or Twitter doesn't mean a whole lot if it's not actually helping your business.
(Granted, you would have to be doing it wrong if social media's not helping your business, but if you're not even looking at that side of the equation, it's going to be pretty hard to do it right, yes?)
But the benefits of social media aren't all directly measurable, as Chris also accurately points out. Your 10,000 Facebook fans might not be making you much money because they never seem to click through your page to your site, but your little badge is (buried deep) on each of those fans' profiles. Can we say brand lift?
And as if that weren't enough good advice, Chris goes on to outline ten steps to accurately measuring your social media campaigns' impact. But first (well, zeroth, I guess) he reminds us to set our benchmarks. We have to take stock of where we are to know where we can go, and to see if we're making any progress in getting there, right?
Chris's ten steps start with the most obvious: traffic. Okay, yes, traffic can be a big benefit from social media campaigns. But sometimes we tend to stop there. Twitter increases site traffic 20% and we're satisfied.
But for real social media success, we can't stop there. We have to continue on to measure other potential benefits of social media to make sure that we're really running an effective social campaign. Chris includes (positive) interactions, customer engagement, leads, branding benefits, search, PR, and, of course, sales, customer retention and profits.
Now, if you had to choose between measuring how many people MySpace is driving to your site or examining the overall business benefits of social media, the choice should be easy. What do you like to measure? What kind of success have you found this way?


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We're never too old to learn a few new tricks, and taking a class or series of classes in a particular area of cooking or cuisine can really expand your culinary knowledge, skills and confidence. And a hands-on experience has a way of solidifying your memory about the steps and techniques. But where to go?
Honestly, I hadn't done much of that since moving to California and, I confess, I was stumped. So, I turned to that all-knowing friend of mine: Google. After an online search and a few informational calls ... voila! a listing of some local venues to satisfy a reader's appetite for some new or improved culinary skills:
450 W. Spain St., Sonoma, CA 95476
(707) 933-0450, ext. 3
Ramekins is a community-based institution in Sonoma Valley, which includes a Bed & Breakfast Inn with six guestrooms, dining for up to 150, and cooking classes in two teaching kitchens. It also offers private cooking classes and special events.
"Choose from classes on basic cooking skills to ethnic cuisines to famous chefs' seasonal menus," reads its Web site. "Every home cook, from the novice to the aficionado, will find classes to meet their skill level and unique culinary interests."
A sampling of June classes taught by professional chefs and caterers include:
Thursday, June 7, 6:30 p.m.: "Almost Summer" Dinner Demo Class $55
Saturday, June 9, 11a.m.: Real Southern Barbeque Hands-on $85
Friday, June 15, 11 am: Antipasto e Insalate Demo Class $48
Friday, June 22, 9:30 a.m.: Taste of Sonoma: Tour & Cooking at Benziger Winery $140
Sunday, June 24, 11 a.m.: Summer Sonoma Brunch Hands-on $85
Kitchen On Fire
1509 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley, CA 94709
Founded by restaurateur/author Olivier Said of Cesar and chef instructor/caterer Mike C. of Party Lifestyle in 2005, Kitchen on Fire is located in Berkeley's Gourmet Ghetto in the Epicurious Garden. The foodie neighborhood is a testament to the gourmet cuisine legacy started by Alice Waters at Chez Panisse (up the street) more than 30 years ago. KOF offers a range of cooking classes "from learning how to throw a party on a budget to uncovering the mysteries of baking the perfect chocolate chip cookie," founders say.
"Through fun and educational hands-on cooking classes, culinary demonstrations and lectures taught by top chefs and food professionals, we demystify home cooking and entertaining. We work principally with organic food and support organic local small growers and winemakers. Our focus is on high quality seasonal ingredients, minimal preparation, maximum flavor, and zero stress."
Sounds like a winning formula.
Upcoming classes include:
Saturday, June 2, 11 a.m.: Oakland Chinatown Tour & Cooking Class $80
Tuesday, June 5, 6:30 p.m.: The Basics of Cooking 1: Knife Skills & Mise en Place $65
Tuesday, June 12, 6:30 p.m.: The Basics of Cooking 2: Stocks & Soups $65
Saturday, June 16, 6:30 p.m.: Tex-Mex from The Texas Coyote $65
Monday, June 18, 6:30 p.m.: Paella Class with Kevin from The Spanish Table $65
Local culinary stores
Other local culinary stores offer one-session classes on a particular topic or a series of classes. While that wasn't what the reader needed, the one-timers can teach you some basics or sharpen your skills on a cooking technique. Here are a few upcoming offerings:
Williams-Sonoma (free at your local W-S store; registration required)
Sunday, June 3: Grilling: Rubs, Marinades & More
Includes how to prep, how to fire up and using dry and wet rubs, marinades, blackening and flavor injecting.
Sunday, June 10: Grilling
Learn different ways to grill meats and vegetables to perfection, including using smoking chips and grilling planks to infuse flavor as well as classic and trendy ways to jazz up your grilling style.
Sunday, June 24: Ice Cream
With a few basic ingredients and an ice cream maker, you'll learn how to create delicious ice cream and variations at home.
Sur La Table (see summer schedule and register at firstname.lastname@example.com)
By the way, if any of you attends one of these classes, I'd love to hear about your experience or a fantastic recipe you learned to make. Just e-mail me at firstname.lastname@example.com. Bon appetit!
Jacqui lives in Danville with her pug, Nina Simone, and volumes of cookbooks and recipes. Her column runs every other week. E-mail her at firstname.lastname@example.com.


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