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Arcola Architectural Tours
Arcola is a pristine showcase of small-town America that still retains many examples of more than a century of architectural changes in the American home. Two tours daily from April through October.
Green Tree Inn Bed & Breakfast
Come home to Green Tree Inn where you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more. Let us pamper you while you enjoy the peacefulness of the quaint village often referred to as the "town that time forgot". Green Tree Inn is located right off the Great River Road between Alton and Grafton. Take advantage of all the local activities and then come back to the Inn to relax, refresh and rejuvenate. All rooms have private bathrooms with shower/tub combo. Take advantage of our screened in porch, fire pit in the garden or fireplace in our great room to relax and unwind. The Inn is great in all seasons. Free Wi-Fi is available. Bicycles are available for our guests to take a leisurely ride around the village or on one of the local bike trails. This is a non-smoking facility
All-Star Restaurant Week
Join us for an All-Star lunch or dinner special, at a participating All-Star restaurant of your choice July 8 - 17. There will be 18 restaurants participating and lunches are $10 while dinners are $25. For more information, call (800) 258-6645.
Graber Produce Patch
This roadside produce stand offers asparagus, radishes, eggplant and sweet corn.
Sunnyfield Greenhouse & Garden Center
Professional growers offering 1200 varieties of annuals, perennials, grasses, vegetables & vines. Heirloom tomatoes a specialty. Visit the expanded display gardens to gather ideas and shop a variety of unique gifts and planters for your garden. Landscape design and installation available. Open April 1 through October 31.
Arlington Heights Farmers Market
Enjoy fresh produce, flowers, cheeses, bakery good, jams, jellies, and more from local farmers. Open June through October.
CITY:Arlington Heights
Jersey County Fair
Food, merchandise, vendors and more. A week-long annual county fair offering rare glimpses of livestock, agriculture competitions mixed with nightly entertainment. Don't miss the ITPA tractor and truck pulls, "Almost Kiss" concert, demolition derby, Queen competitions and so much more. General admission is $2 per person, children under 13 free. Separate pricing for grandstand events.
Phillips Park Aquatic Center
Deluxe water park with tube slides, simulated river, zero-depth pools and sand activity areas.
Homewood Grill
This local favorite opens in April and closes in October. Homewood Grill is a snack stand that serves American meals, candy, ice cream, slushies and more.
End of the Trail Inn
Enjoy the comfort of this guest house. Amenities include a cozy sitting room, kitchen, and a deck with a view of the Mississippi River. Perfect for a couple looking for a relaxing getaway. The End of the Trail Inn is close to restaurants, shops and area attractions.
Crab Orchard Kennel Club AKC Dog Show
This Annual AKC Dog Show boasts many additional amenities. Sign up to bring your dog to the hearing clinic or get their nails trimmed while you wait. Over 100 breeds will try to make it to the Best In Show ring. There will also be vendors of dog treats, toys, beds, blankets and more.
Chicago Botanic Gardens Farmers' Market
The Garden welcomes local, sustainable farmers and producers to this public farmers' market on the first and third Sundays of the month from June through October. Admission to the market is free to Garden visitors and will be held rain or shine. Visitors may purchase a special market bag from the Garden Shop to carry their purchases home.
Atkinson Motorsports Park (Gob Hill)
Looking for an adrenaline rush in Henry County? Experience the thrill of the Hill! Filled with 200 acres of unrestricted trails, undiscovered timber, rugged hills, steep valleys and lakes. Gob Hill is a motorsport enthusiast's dream. More conservative riders can enjoy over four miles of perimeter road riding, with beautiful Midwestern vistas. Gob Hill is also home to a children's dirt track perfect for knee-high dirt trackers. There is also a motocross track.
Canoe the Vermilion
This outfitter in the Illinois Valley offers canoe equipment, instruction, and transportation to help you fully enjoy this scenic stretch of the Vermilion River. Venture out on your own, or choose from excursions that include everything from picnics along the river to overnight camping trips.
Galesburg Railroad Days
The 39th annual celebration of railroad history in downtown Galesburg. This event returns to Main Street. It marks the 160th year of the Railroad in Galesburg. Come by auto via I-74 or by rail via Amtrak. Galesburg is the gateway to the west and leading Amtrak Depot on the corridor to Quincy.
Amboy Marsh Wildlife Sanctuary
The Amboy Marsh Wildlife Sanctuary is 272 acre of wetlands offering a rare and fragile ecosystem, which includes endangered turtles, many birds and unique plant life. It is located near the intersection of U.S. Route 52 and Mormon Road about 3 miles south of Amboy. Open to the public 7 days a week for walking and bird-watching. No dogs are allowed due to sensitive plant and wildlife.
Mileur Orchard
Mileur Orchard offers fresh-picked peaches from July to mid-September. Apples are harvested in early September, and are available into October.
Comfort Inn - Alton
From the moment you arrive at Comfort Inn, we want you to relax and feel at home. Our helpful staff is here to welcome you, and you'll find everything to suit your needs, including clean, comfortable, and well-appointed rooms with cozy beds. A free deluxe continental breakfast, indoor heated pool, and fitness center. We also offer free high-speed Internet access. Feel at ease knowing that your satisfaction is important to us!
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center
The Donald E. Stephens Convention Center offers a total 840,000 square feet of flexible exhibition space. Configure it any way you like. You may need a 500-booth to 800-booth area, or 100 to 200 booths. If you're planning a larger show, you'll appreciate our continuous 250,000 square-foot space for 1,225 booths. Or you can create a multiple hall layout for up to 3,566 booths. Customized floor plans are our specialty, so just ask.
The Barn at Allen Acres Wedding and Reception Venue
The Barn at Allen Acres Wedding and Reception Venue sits on 3 and 1/2 acres just on the edge of town in Rock Falls IL. The property is surrounded by a cornfield and offers a serene tranquil destination for your wedding and reception. The property is less than a 5 minute drive to restaurants and hotels. The Dairy Barn was built in the 1920's and restored in 2011. It boasts a beautiful 26 foot vaulted ceiling in the upstairs haymow with some of its original architecture still intact. During the process of the restoration, reclaimed barn wood and reclaimed hardware were used whenever possible, maintaining the rustic feel of the Barn. We've added a 5 foot wide set of stairs leading to the upstairs space and a small deck with stairs, off of the back of the Barn, giving the bride a dramatic entrance down the aisle and to the alter. The upstairs haymow has a capacity of 150 people for a wedding ceremony. The downstairs area, where the dairy cows were kept, in the early years of the barn, also has a capacity for 150 people.
CITY:Rock Falls
Vernon Hills Golf Course
This golf course has been ranked as one of the top ten 9 hole golf courses in Chicagoland. Situated in Vernon Hills, this challenging 9-hole municipal course boasts small greens, rolling terrain, tight fairways and seven holes featuring water. Golfers of all skill levels will appreciate both the playability and the eye-catching views. The full-service clubhouse features a varied lunch menu, which is served all day and a full-service bar. Banquet facilities available for up to 80 people.
CITY:Vernon Hills
Grafton Homestead Retreat
This country home, located in Grafton, Illinois, is nestled on over 70 acres of trees, pasture and farmland. Enjoy hours with your family exploring the outdoors, fishing, roasting marshmallows or taking a ride on the paddle boat. The property features pond fishing, camping, bonfire and BBQ facilities, hiking areas and picnicking. No hunting is allowed on the property but hunters are more than welcome to stay in this region known for its duck and deer hunting. Reservations are required.
Susie's Garden Patch
Find u-pick asparagus, strawberries, tomatoes and pumpkins. Roadside produce includes sweet corn, muskmelons, peppers and pumpkins. Susie's hosts a Strawberry Festival every June.
CITY:Garden Prairie
Skydive Greater
A tandem Skydive with Skydive Greater is a fun safe way for you to experience the thrill of skydiving while securely attached to an experience instructor with 1,000 jumps and many years of experience.
9th Annual Crazy Horse Bluegrass Festival
The fun starts Friday night at 7 p.m. Two shows on Saturday and a gospel show on Sunday. Lots of fun and great music. Tickets can be purchased at the door if you are not camping. Line-up includes The Harmans, Art Stevenson & High Water, Firebox, Williamson Branch, Chris Talley Trio,Dave & Gale Lowe, and much more!
Theater on the Lake
Set in a red brick building beneath the towering trees of Lincoln Park, Theater on the Lake offers a great view of Lake Michigan and low ticket prices.
Broom Orchard
Apples, peaches, strawberries, jam and a country store. Pick your own pumpkins, apples, peaches and strawberries. Special events in September and August. Our goal is to provide top-quality fruit that is freshly picked, along with a family atmosphere. We invite you and your family to come and experience our Festivals and Farm Market where your business is always appreciated!
Outdoor Center Fields
The Outdoor Center Fields are located at First Street, spanning either side of Stadium Drive. Not just for students, but very welcoming to the general public! Reservations for special group outings must be made! Outdoor Center Fields Amenities four lighted football fields two lighted soccer fields three lighted sand volleyball courts three lighted basketball courts six lighted Tennis courts Outdoor Center facility with exterior drinking fountains, restrooms, and a meeting room.
Clinton Lake State Recreation Area
Enjoy 9,300 acres of great outdoor picnicking, hiking, camping, hunting, fishing, swimming, boating, water skiing. Fall foliage, winter offers ice fishing, snowmobiling on frozen lake. 308 campsites, Private marina.
DuQuoin State Fair
The DuQuoin fair is one of the nation's best agricultural events. The fair offers plenty of entertainment, including a carnival, livestock shows, agricultural exhibits, contests, and national acts on the grandstand stage.
CITY:Du Quoin
Freedom Fest
4th of July Celebration events includes: Freedom Run a 5K Run/Walk and Kids Fun Run; a gospel show; a parade; free concert at the City Park and much more. Capping off the Freedom Fest is one of the largest fireworks display in Southern Illinois.
Best Western Plus Parkway Hotel
Perfect for business or pleasure and conveniently located with easy access to key area attractions, restaurants and businesses.The friendly staff is ready to ensure a comfortable and memorable stay. Numerous perks include a complimentary full breakfast, an exercise facility, laundromat, free high speed internet, cable or satellite TV, a meeting room and much more. Make a reservation today and save at this Alton hotel!
The Hangar 9
Known for its wide selection of craft beer and hosting exceptional music, The Hangar 9 is arguably Carbondale's best venue for nightlife. Built to resemble an airplane hangar, the building is unmistakable. Located on The Strip in Downtown Carbondale, the bar brings everything from karaoke, open-mic, and trivia to recognizable national acts to the downtown.
Cassen's Guest Rooms
Cassen's Bait Shop has added two new guest rooms perfect for fishermen or hunters. Amenities offered are free wi-fi, refrigerator & microwave. You'll enjoy a great view of the Illinois River with shopping and restaurants within walking distance.
Dozer Park
Previously known as O' Brien Field, Dozer Park is home to Minor League Baseball's Peoria Chiefs and Bradley University Baseball. Located in downtown Peoria. Within walking distance of the Peoria Civic Center and minutes from several downtown hotels. A modern state of the art facility with private dining areas and business meeting accommodations all year round. The perfect fit for all types of group outings.
Garden Market at Elawa Farm
Seasonal flowers and vegetable crops will be supplemented from the kitchen with soups, jams, pestos, breads and muffins. Please visit our market, kitchen and garden when you come to shop, it's a lovely trip worthy of time spent in a most beautiful place. Open June through October.
CITY:Lake Forest
Chicago Sky
Come out to Allstate Arena this summer to enjoy a night of world-class basketball and family fun with the Chicago Sky! With a season that runs May through August, the Sky provides summer-fun for all ages. Chicago's premier women's professional basketball team offers fans the unique opportunity to get their group in the game, and on the court. Groups can register to high five the Sky players, deliver the game ball to the referee, play on the same court as the Sky or sing the National Anthem. No other sporting event allows you to get as up-close-and-personal with the players!
Harrison/Bruce Historical Village
The Robert L. Mees Village Centre serves as the hub of the Harrison/Bruce Historical Village by providing a venue for College and community events. Historical buildings include: The Purdy School, a one-room public school in Perry County, IL from 1860-1951. The Julia Harrison Bruce House, a replica of the house the house that was built in 1868 by David Ruffin Harrison. The Harrison Storefront, this "double dog trot" style log cabin is a replica of the cabin the David Ruffin Harrison family occupied prior to the construction of the brick, "Harrison House". And The Hunter Cabin, Emmanuel Hunter built the Hunter Log Cabin in 1818; the year Illinois became a state.
Lincoln Tomb
Within this breathtaking monument lie the remains of Abraham Lincoln, his wife Mary, and three of their four sons – located in the country's second most visited cemetery behind only Arlington National Cemetery.
Lena Golf Club - Wolf Hollow Golf Course
The Lena Golf Club offers the beautiful Wolf Hollow Course with 18 holes, 71 par, 6,422 yards over wide open, rolling prairies. The club house features a full bar and one of the best short-order menus in the region. Fees: Monday thur Thursday: 9 holes - $16; 18 holes - $25; Friday, Saturday & Sunday: 9 holes - $18; 18 holes - $30; Motorized Cart Rental: (Per Cart/Per Person): 9 holes - $12; 18 holes - $17
Bigard Orchard & Berries
Stop by for fresh strawberries May-June, and peaches from July-August.
SK 8 Park
Located in Read Park, this skate park offers 11,000 square feet of skateboard heaven with obstacles, ramps, rails, ledges, spines and bowls. Built specifically for skateboards and in-line roller skates (sorry, no bikes allowed), the "street course" design mimics skateable features and obstacles found throughout the community. Helmets are required and pads are recommended.
River View Guest House
The River View Guest House has it all! Enjoy the comforts of home with amenities that include a kitchenette, family room and a game area with a dart board & a Foosball table. The sofa sleeper and two guest rooms sleeps six people comfortably. This guest house offers a patio and fire pit for outdoor relaxation.
Effingham Park District
Effingham has four community parks. All offer baseball diamonds, play grounds, basketball courts and great areas for family picnics.
Tiffany Inn
Ideally placed in the historic Downtown Alton antique district, the Tiffany Inn is walking distance from shops, restaurants and the casino, with beautiful views of the Mississippi River and Clark Bridge. Located above the Alton Stained Glass Works shop, the inn has three elegant rooms decorated with lovely stained glass and antiques. Amenities include: private baths, air conditioning, mini refrigerators and coffeemakers.
Silver Creek and Stephenson Railroad Antique Steam Train
All aboard, as a 36-ton, 1912 Heisler steam locomotive pulls three cabooses, including an antique red caboose reported to be the oldest in the state, for a four-mile ride through farmlands. Purchase your ticket at the Silver Creek Depot, a turn-of-the-century replica filled with railroad artifacts, and browse the Freight House Gift Shop and visit the Silvercreek Museum across the street. Open: May thru October on selected holiday and weekends; 1 am - 4 pm. Train departs on the hour.
Super 8 Motel - Alton
Super 8 Alton hotel lets you make the most of your time on the road. Located on Illinois Highway 3 close to Route 67 and Interstates 55 and 270, our Alton, Illinois, hotel is just 30 miles from downtown St. Louis and convenient to popular area attractions, including the Meeting of the Great Rivers Scenic Byway.
Goshen Market
Saturdays, May through October, experience the Land of Goshen Community Market! The Market is your best source for locally grown, fresh, naturally ripened farm products; tasty baked goods with locally grown ingredients; and wonderful art and gift ideas.The selection changes weekly so plan to visit more than once to fully appreciate the wide selection available. Live entertainment and free demonstrations add to the festive atmosphere. A safe, wholesome environment for kids, so bring the family and stop on by! From 8:00 a.m. till Noon.
Saukie Golf Course
This golf course is a stunning example of a golf course designed from the early part of the 20th century. Saukie was built in 1927 (opened in 1928) and designed by Thomas Bendelow. This public course is considered to be an "executive length" course and is a classic example of a short course that will challenge every golfer. Tee times available 6 a.m to 6 p.m.
CITY:Rock Island
Fabyan Windmill
An authentic, five-story (68 feet) working Dutch windmill located on the Fox River Trail. Built in the 1850's by two German craftsmen and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Volunteer millers serve as docents on the weekends. The Fabyan Windmill is open weekends, May 15 – October 15, from 1-4 p.m. Private tours are also available by appointment.
Deerpath Golf Course
Deerpath Golf Course in Lake Forest opens for play in March and closes for the season on or about December 15. This 18-hole public course, measures 6,255 yards with a par 70 and 5,487 yards with a par 72 for women. The course has spectacular mature trees, high quality naturalized areas and beautiful water features including ponds and streams. The Deerpath Golf Academy offers the finest golf instruction on the North Shore. Golfers of all abilities will realize immediate and sustainable improvement for a lifetime of better golf.
CITY:Lake Forest
Baytown Guest House
This guest house sleeps six and includes a full kitchen, living room, two bedrooms, washer/dryer, central AC, TV, and the deck overlooks the bay of Mississippi River. Two night minimum charge.
Ferguson Fine Arts Theatre
Located on the campus of Highland Community College - features a variety of fine arts programming including vocal and music concerts, live theater, special performances, and the popular Summerset Theater Program, a community performing arts theater.
Richland Creek Trailhead
The Richland Creek Trailhead serves as the main trailhead for the northern end of the Jane Addmas Recreation Trail. It features parking, a large shelter house with electricity, lights and picnic tables, a restroom, water and a primitive campground area.
Quarry Ridge Hunt Club
The premiere, upland-hunting experience in Northern Illinois. Quarry Ridge offers hunting (member or non-member) for rooster pheasant, dove, turkey, deer and moor. Dogs and guides can be provided if needed.
River Port Guest House
We invite you to stay and experience one of Grafton's newest guesthouses, River Port. You can lounge on the deck furniture on the wrap around porch and enjoy a view of the river, or relax inside the house, enjoying the nautical decor, with a stress free get-away. River Port is just a walk away from the shopping, wineries, restaurants and all that Grafton has to offer!
Jefferson County Historical Village
Authentic log structures. Historic memorabilia from the area are carefully preserved and displayed at the village. Open from the first weekend in May through the last weekend in October
CITY:Mount Vernon
Blue Moon Balloon Company
Balloon bouquets, arches, flags, pillars and just about anything you can think of made out of balloons!
McNeil's Damascus Landing
Enjoy the natural wonders of the Pecatonica River, Stephenson County's water trail, as is meanders nearly 60 miles through undisturbed Midwestern beauty. Access the river at McNeil's Damascus Landing which offers ample parking, a picnic area, fire pit and charcoal grills, portable toilet, 10' x 20' floating dock and canoe/kayak and concrete boat launch with access docking. Camping at the site is available for canoe, kayaks and boaters. Reservations required.
Raue Center for the Arts
Theatergoers love that every seat is a great seat at The Raue Center for the Arts in downtown Crystal Lake. Since its restoration a decade ago, Raue Center has attracted the finest stars, Broadway shows, musicians and artists. Raue Center has become a destination in the heart of a bustling downtown area chock-full of pre- or post-show dining and shopping options.
CITY:Crystal Lake
Blossoms at Butterworth - Deere Family Mansions
Each June, visitors enjoy the splendor of the Butterworth Center's impressive gardens while participating in several exciting activities; including old-fashioned music, games of the 1800s, jugglers, a scavenger hunt, an antique auto show, tours and refreshments. Come and see these Deere family home gardens at the Butterworth Center & Deere Wiman House.
Grand Prarie Families and Farm
The farm offers organic chicken, beef, pork, milk, cheese, bread and herbs.
Manteno Oktoberfest
Family fun for all ages! Manteno goes all out for this annual fest that features live music, games, crafts, food vendors and a lighted parade. The whole town joins in with city wide garage sales, contests, a 5K run and fabulous fall decorations throughout.
Skateland of Jacksonville
Skateland of Jacksonville is the sister rink of Skateland South in Springfield, IL. Whether you are looking for a good way to celebrate a special birthday or if you are just looking to have some fun with the family, come on out to Skateland! Please contact us with any questions you may have, (217) 243-4121.
Crab Orchard Golf Club
Located between Marion and Carbondale, this 18-hole, semi-private par 70 course features lush zoysia fairways and a practice area with target greens. Crab Orchard made Golf Digest's 2008/09 "Best Places to Play" list.
The Bishop Hill Gallery
Located at ground level below The Gallery Inn, the Bishop Hill Gallery specializes in artwork and framing. As you enter the gallery, you will notice a great selection of Abraham Lincoln and Civil War photographs and documents, as well as other artwork. You can purchase your art and have it framed by skilled crafts people in the same location.
CITY:Bishop Hill
Poppy Seed Primitives
A simple gathering of all things primitive and country. Poppy Seed Primitives is a cozy place where you can find antiques, primitive home decor items and gift ideas. We strive to find products that are unique and sometimes one-of-a-kind. We are proud to offer many items that are made here in the U.S. Some are even locally hand-made. Our inventory is always changing for the seasons. That's just a sampling of what we offer, it's even better to experience it.
Lindo Theater
This historic movie theater, built in 1922, features first-run movies presented in the latest 4K digital projection and sound on nine screens. Stadium seating, digital 3D and party room.
Material Girl Fabric Shop
Material Girl Fabric Shop located in downtown Crystal Lake, formerly The Fabric Shop, features fresh and modern fabric designers such as Anthology, Free Spirit, Westminster Including: Amy Butler, Kaffe Fawcett, Riley Blake, Alexander Henry, Michael Miller - Including Anna Griffin, Moda, Henry Glass, Kaufman, Hoffman and more. We offer an extensive variety of fabrics, trims and notions for Crystal Lake and the surrounding McHenry County area. In addition, we continue to add more fabric lines and designers such as RJR, Batik Textiles, Red Rooster, Andover, Art Gallery, Lecien, Clothworks, Dunroven House, James Thompson & Co., Marcus Fabrics, Oilcloth, Intl., P & B Textiles, Quilting Treasures, Shannon Fabrics, Studio E, and Mary Flanagan Wools. We now offer Sewing Classes and Sewing Instruction right here in our Crystal Lake store. These classes will be for beginners as well as experienced sewers of all ages looking for new ideas and inspirations.
CITY:Crystal Lake
Downtown Crystal Lake/Main Street
Visit our award-winning Premier Main Street which is full of charming shops, delightful restaurants, quality entertainments and life-enhancing opportunities and events.
CITY:Crystal Lake
Herrin Farmers Market
The Herrin Farmers' Market was established to provide a community gathering space where local growers and entrepreneurs can sell directly to consumers. Our objectives are to expand opportunities for all in our community through educational and family-friendly activities. Open 8am- Noon Every Saturday May- October.
Mt. Hawley Bowl and Castle Golf
At Mt. Hawley Bowl we offer 24 high quality Bruswick Synthetic lanes with easy automatic scoring for family, friends, and league bowling. We make it fun for everyone! Also enjoy our 18 hole outdoor premium mini-golf. Just look for the 30ft Castle!
Sandburr Run Golf Resort
42 single rooms and eight double rooms with kitchenettes. We also offer a 9 hole golf course and The Sand Trap Bar & Grill.
Phillips Park Golf Course
The state-of-the-art golf course boasts modern features like "USGA" Greens, multiple tees, larger greens, strategically placed bunkers and water hazards, cart paths, a driving range and a three hole Junior Course. The new driving range has both "All Weather Teeing Surface" for inclement weather and a massive grass tee for a more realistic feel. Phillips Park Golf Course is a quality championship caliber golf course. With three sets of tees, the golf course ranges from 4,760 yards to 6,200 yards, providing a wide range of challenge for varying abilities.
Lil Red Guest House
The Lil Red Guest House was built in 1860 and features two bedrooms with sleeping for up to four people. This charming red house is located within walking distance of local wineries, shopping and restaurants. The guest house has a comfortable porch swing from which to enjoy the view of the Mississippi River. Reservations are required.
Kankakee South KOA
A campground that has something for everyone with basketball, volleyball and other activities.
Galena Birding
Experienced birder, knowledgeable about a variety of birding habitats in the Galena/Jo Daviess County Area, offers guided field trips on selected Saturdays. Private trips available by appointment.
Union Dairy
Old-fashioned ice cream shop featuring 51 flavors of ice cream, plus hamburgers and Chicago style hot dogs made with fresh, local products, chicken, pork tenderloins, grilled cheese and more. Also featuring custom made ice cream cakes, cookies and homemade German Chocolate Cake. Union Dairy has been a Freeport tradition since 1914. Dine in or carryout. March thru May and September thru October: Tuesday thru Sunday: 11 am to 9 pm Memorial Day thru Labor Day: Daily: 11 am to 10 pm Lunch: under $10.00. Credit Cards Accepted
Maple Leaf Cottage Inn
Located in the historic village of Elsah, the Maple Leaf Cottage Inn offers bed and breakfast cottage style. All rooms have private bath, sitting area and a full hot breakfast delivered to you each morning.
47th Annual Threshing Show and Antique Show
The Stephenson County Antique Engine Club proudly presents this annual event, "The Freeport Show". It offers over 300 antique steam and horse-powered engines and equipment, and gas engines. This year's feature is John Deere tractors and equipment. There will be a huge parade daily at 1:00 pm, a large flea market, a large display building offering antique transportation displays, home antiques, crafts, demonstrations, and farm miniatures, Gasoline Alley featuring gas powered engines, sawmill, and blacksmith shop. Also ride the Silver Creek and Stephenson Railroad antique steam train A Midwest Championship Antique Tractor Pull will be held on Saturday.
Buena Vista Farms
Buena Vista Farms, Inc. and its Resort offers three luxury cabins lined with knotty pine interior. All with full baths, A/C, heat, satellite TV, and Wi-Fi access. Cabins overlook one of two stocked lakes, where you can relax over an open campfire. Amenities include a mini fridge, microwave and gas grill for your cooking convenience. Buena Vista Farms also offers one economy cabin. Guest can enjoy swimming, canoeing, paddle boats, kayaks, hiking, and many more outdoor games. Address for this location is 1630 Hwy 67, Chapin, IL 62628
Enjoy a waterfront meal on the rooftop of this summer hot spot located right on Lake Michigan at the North Avenue Beach Boathouse (opening in mid-May). This casual Phil Stefani Signature Restaurant features sandwiches, salads and refreshing beverages. Scenes from The Break-Up were filmed on the nearby bike path.
Towboat Festival
Experience "Life on the Mississippi River" at this annual festival. Take free tours of working towboats. Enjoy live music, special deals, giveaways and much more. For more information, call (618) 786-7678.
Otter Cove Aquatic Park
Splash park features interactive children's water play area with safety surface.Lazy River, tube and body slides, lap pool, zero-depth entry pool, toddler pool, diving boards, concessions, sand play area.
CITY:St. Charles
Drury Inn & Suites
Located at the intersection of I-57 and I-64, the Drury Inn & Suites Mt. Vernon is just moments away from popular attractions, shopping, outdoor adventures and history lessons.
CITY:Mount Vernon
Hamilton Lakes
Hamilton Lakes is home to Chicagoland's largest fireworks display synced to music as well as an annual Scottish Festival & Highland Games. The lakes also offers several fields good for soccer tournaments and other outdoor activities.
Chalet Hills Golf Club
This championship 18-hole golf course with 6,950 yards offers bent grass fairways, and beautiful rolling hills and vistas. Power carts are required Friday through Sunday and holidays.
Crappie Pro Shop
Looking to catch the big one? The Crappie Pro Shop has bait of all kinds including Bobby Garland baits. Take home a new rod and reel from the Crappie MaXX or Falcon line. This store carries most all your fishing needs including fish finder technology.
Jarling's Custard Cup
Open seasonally throughout the year (Spring, Summer, and few Autumn days; nice cool days), this MUST STOP is the place everyone local or visiting must experience. Serving everything from custard to milk shakes, there's no question why Jarling's is a local favorite!
Jerseyville Harvest Inn
Whether you are in Jerseyville for business or pleasure, be sure to check out the Jerseyville Harvest Inn. This motel is conveniently located in the middle of the business district and is located on U.S. 67 and near Illinois Route 16. Amenities include in-room microwave, refrigerator, free Wi-fi, and free Continental breakfast.
Ryan's Round Barn
Tour this centennial barn, one of the largest in the country and one of forty-two left in the State of Illinois. It stands 80 feet high and 85 feet in diameter and features a 16-foot diameter floor to ceiling silo. A farm implement museum in on the main floor. Tours are provided by Friends of Johnson's Park Foundation and groups of ten or more asked to call ahead. Open the first, third, and fifth Saturday beginning May through October. Hours: 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Quality Inn - Woodstock
Fifty-room hotel. Minutes from downtown Woodstock.
Oswego Country Market
Fresh produce, herbs, flowers, plants and homemade goods are some of the sights and smells at this old-fashioned summer market, held on Sundays, June through September, from 9am-1pm on Main Street in downtown Oswego.
Kankakee River Fishing Derby
Come out for the Annual Kankakee River Valley Fishing Derby! The Kankakee is a clean river that is a popular destination for recreational canoeing and fishing for warm-water species such as smallmouth bass, channel catfish, walleye and northern pike. Our fishing derby is a ten-day event providing exciting fun for the whole family and cash prizes are awarded for tagged fish.
Riverfront Guest House
Escape to this newly built home in Grafton, Illinois. The Riverfront Guest House is 14 feet off the ground & overlooks the Mississippi River. Relax and enjoy the river traffic on the open deck or the attached 3 season room! This home offers two guestrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, 42" flat screen TV, BBQ Grill, outdoor furniture on the deck and covered parking.
Natural Water Gardens
Quality water gardening materials for the professional or hobbyist. Plus gifts, garden accessories, aquatic plants, Japanese Koi, and stone. Open: March thru November: Sunday: 10 am to 2 pm; Monday thru Friday: 10 am to 5 pm; Saturday: 9 am to 4 pm


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As Valentine's Day approaches, our thoughts turn to love; the finding of it, sustaining it, and unfortunately sometimes ending it.
So many people spend many hours at work that it's inevitable that people will form friendships that may go onto become a romantic relationship. Plus, when people work together, they automatically have something in common; being in similar careers, there's a chance that both parties are like-minded and have similar interests. Even if they don't work together regularly, they can still discuss (or dis) colleagues and bosses.
According to a recent CareerBuilder study, 39% of employees said they have dated a co-worker at least once over the course of their career; 17% reported dating co-workers at least twice. Almost a third (30%) of those people said they had gone on to marry the person.
And as love at work is on the rise, employers are responding to that trend with new policy guidelines. More than twice as many employers have written or verbal polices on office romances than in 2005, reported SHRM, which canvassed 380 HR professionals July 9-26, 2013. In 2005, 20 percent of respondents had such policies; in the most recent survey, 42 percent did.
If Cupid's arrow strikes you on the job, here's some dos and don'ts:
- Find your company's policies about relationships at work. Supervisor-subordinate romances are nearly always forbidden, as charges of favoritism and other issues that carry potential legal risks. Some employers have policies on other workplace romances.
- Speak up. If your relationship continues, tell your boss or HR before they hear it through the grapevine.
- Be professional and discreet. Make sure your job performance isn't impacted in a negative way.
- Speak too soon. There's no need to tell anyone at the office after the first date.
- No public displays of affection.
- If the one or both employees are privy to confidential information, no pillow talk.
- Use company office space to...well, you know. Security guards and cameras often document liaisons .
May you find your valentine--perhaps at the office.

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text: Mike Miller said: > On Mon, 28 Jul 2003, William Hooper wrote: > >> > Is there no information on the web that lists the differences? >> >> I doubt it. What's the point, there is no "competition" between them. > > It's not that they are competing to win a prize, but every user has to > make a choice. A web page designed to help users to choose would be of > value to many people. Go for it. As a matter of fact, http://faq.gotomyvnc.com might be a good place to post it. Then, in the future when this question is asked I'll link to it, then tell people to try out both and see what works for them. I'm not saying it won't be a good source of information, but no matter how you compare them, different people have different situations and different needs. Just like when shopping for an automobile, you read the reviews, but don't make up your mind until you have taken a couple of test drives. I don't think asking people to do their own testing is too much. The only thing they will have spent is their time. Now if they were asking about two proprietary programs that both cost money that would be a different story (but not much different). -- William Hooper


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Sensational prospects Francisco "THE PHENOM" Contreras and Andres "TAYLOR MADE" Taylor hit Hagerstown, Maryland this Thursday night, August 27th on the "BALLROOM BOXING" event at Hager Hall.
Promoted by Chet Koerner's TKO BOXING Promotions, junior welterweight Contreras and cruiserweight Taylor are amongst the most talked about prospects in boxing.
Said Koerner, "Boxing fans are always looking for the next champions and superstars of the sport and we truly believe Contreras and Taylor have all the attributes needed. They both have outstanding knockout power and the fans at Hager Hall are getting a unique opportunity as both of these fighters continue on the ascent of their young careers."
The 25 year old Contreras, 9-0-0 ((KO's), a native of the Dominican Republic, now based in Irvington, New Jersey, made his US debut with a devastating first round knockout of Gustavo Mejia, stunning the crowd at Michael's Eighth Ave. in Glen Burnie, Maryland on June 18th. The knockout of Mejia kept Contreras' streak of knockouts perfect through his first nine fights.
Contreras will face Mexico's Julian "BABY" Rodriguez, 17-16-4 (11KO's), in a scheduled six rounder on Thursday night. The 28 year old Rodriguez has faced numerous top fighters in his eleven year career including Steven Luevano, Rolando Reyes, Dominic Salcido and Vicente Escobedo.
Fighting out of Johnstown, Pennsylvania, the heavy handed Taylor, 9-1-1 (5KO's), will face Tennessee native Joseph Harris, 10-8-0 (7KO's), in a six round bout.
Taylor is coming off a crunching fifth round stoppage on August 1st of Roy Ashworth at the Sovereign Bank Baseball Stadium in York, PA. Harris has won his last four in a row, three by knockout.
Hager House is located at 110 Key St. in Hagerstown, Maryland. Tickets and further information can be obtained by calling 301-797-4410.
Formed in early 2008, Chet Koerner's Las Vegas based TKO BOXING Promotions, originator of the "HOMETOWN HEROES TO WORLD CHAMPIONS" national boxing series, stable includes; heavyweight Lenroy Thomas, cruiserweight Andres Taylor, super middleweights Joey Gilbert, Dennis Hasson and Fedor Chudinov, middleweights Peter Manfredo Jr., Elvin Ayala, Albert Onolunose, James Countryman and Dmitry Chudinov, junior middleweights Bastie Samir and Anthony Thompson, welterweights Juan Buendia and Raul Tovar, junior welterweights Cortez Bey, Francisco Contreras and Hastings Bwayla, lightweights Rolando Reyes, Mickey Bey Jr., and Terence Crawford, featherweights Matt Remillard, Carney Bowman, Delvin Placencia, Rafael Lora and Maxwell Awaku, super bantamweights Rafael Valenzuela and Carlos Reyes.
Further information on TKO Boxing Promotions can be viewed at website, www.tkoboxingpromotions.com
© 2009 by Fightnews.com.


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Strategic Plan
Plan 2011: A Commitment to Excellence
The McDermott and Callier Libraries of the University
of Texas at Dallas operate in an extremely dynamic environment that
challenges the foundation of our organization. As we plan the
transformation that
will move the Library to meet the demands of a major research
institution, we see an organization that must undergo a change
in culture. Our strategy
views the Libraries as an academic partner with the University
rather than the traditional view of library solely as service
These values are:
Strategic Themes
This Plan is conceived around six themes that will guide us during the coming five years. The themes will guide the Libraries' pursuit of our own vision and mission (see appendix):
I. Strategic Theme: Collections
Goal: Develop collection strategies that respond to the instructional and research needs of the University of Texas at Dallas, striving for a balance between the development of on-site collections and access to external information resources.
Strategic Directions
Objective: Investigate the funding requirements, collection size and scope, space needs, and technology infrastructure needed to support the University's mission to achieve Tier One Status.
Objective: Obtain the finances needed to keep pace with inflation, growth of the student body and faculty, and new academic programs.
Objective: Create and update all collection development policies and procedures, including a thorough review of our approval plan and depository profile.
Objective: Investigate and implement efficient ways to monitor usage and assess the overall integrity of our collections utilizing statistical categories in Voyager.
Objective: Investigate the space, technology, and funding required to meet the preservation needs of the Library's collections.
Objective: Establish a University Archive in Special Collections to preserve the historical heritage of UTD.
II. Strategic Theme: Communications
Goal: Enhance communication between Library departments, other University departments, and all of the Library's constituents.
Strategic Directions
Objective: Begin holding regularly scheduled meetings between Library administration and staff.
Objective: Investigate and implement methods of delivering Library and University information through a variety of technologies, including public computers and plasma screens.
Objective: Establish content and editing guidelines for Library publications.
Objective: Implement the recommendations of the BLOG Committee.
Objective: Investigate improvements to the Library's telephones.
Objective: Institute a forum for sharing information collected from professional development activities.
III. Strategic Theme: Facilities
Goal: Provide an attractive and comfortable environment for study, research, creative/intellectual exchange, and access to and preservation of the collections.
Strategic Directions
Objective: Occupy the entire McDermott Building and renovate the 1st and 3rd floors. This will provide additional space for collections to bring them into ADA compliance, different seating configurations (including project rooms), updated furniture, information literacy classrooms, climate control, and storage facilities.
Objective: Initiate a long-term plan for expanding McDermott Library to provide additional study space, relocate Technical Services and Special Collections, secure unprocessed materials, and provide for the preservation of at-risk collections.
Objective: Complete the Library's Disaster Recovery Plan and Emergency Procedures.
Objective: Improve the physical safety of the building by adding fire suppression systems on all floors, eliminating all carpeting from stairwells, and removing all hazardous materials.
Objective: Investigate ways to improve the maintenance and upkeep of the building.
Objective: Investigate and improve the lighting and electrical outlets in all areas of McDermott Library.
Objective: Improve the security of the Library by investigating a keyless entry system for all interior doors and security-sensitive areas.
Objective: Provide guidance to the University regarding the exterior of the building including the Library's roof, doors, gardens, signage, sidewalks, and seating.
IV. Strategic Theme: Human Resources
Goal: Actively recruit, develop, and retain a diverse, well-qualified staff whose work reflects a balanced commitment to the distinctive values of librarianship and to furthering those values in a rapidly evolving information environment.
Strategic Directions
Objective: Investigate the staffing requirements, qualifications, and salary levels of Tier One academic libraries.
Objective: Seek library faculty status for professionals as a part of migrating to Tier One Status.
Objective: Formulate written guidelines for standardization of performance appraisals for all employees.
Objective: Investigate and provide a structure for promotion and merit increases.
Objective: Establish a mentoring program that provides a thorough introduction to the Library's institutional culture for all new Library employees.
Objective: Establish the criteria to recognize and publicize day-to-day contributions of Library staff.
Objective: Improve formal training of liaisons.
Objective: Investigate ways to improve the training needed by all staffs.
Objective: Formulate budgeting guidelines for conference/travel requests.
Objective: Develop a cross-training program between Library departments.
V. Strategic Theme: Services
Goal: Provide user-centered services assuring timely access to the information resources needed for learning, teaching, and research. Help users develop the information skills required for lifelong learning.
Strategic Directions
Objective: Investigate the quality of Library services, collections, and programs by conducting annual user surveys.
Objective: Provide a means for patrons to pay fines during the evening and weekend hours.
Objective: Develop a required one-hour credit Information Literacy course.
Objective: Conduct faculty training for all Library software (e.g. Blackboard, Docutek, RefWorks, ePublish, etc.)
Objective: Host annual events for faculty to increase their knowledge of Library services and staff.
Objective: Create a full document delivery service for faculty.
Objective: Provide documents from electronic resources to other libraries, as licenses allow, pending the implementation of an Electronic Resource Management System (ERMS).
Objective: Expand workstations and printing options available to Community Users when funds are provided (e.g. Friends of the Library, University Alumni, etc.).
Objective: Evaluate the feasibility of creating a retrieval service for patrons.
Objective: Explore the feasibility of providing service points on all Library floors.
Objective: Use technology to provide alternative delivery methods of instructional sessions and Library events.
Objective: Create opportunities to attract prospective students to the University, such as lectures for different age groups, outreach to community colleges and schools, and annual events (essay, poster, art contests, etc.)
Objective: Enhance services to distance education students by creating tutorials, adding a toll-free telephone line, expanding chat reference, and providing web conferencing.
Objective: Provide the ability for patrons to access their Library account through developing technology.
Objective: Provide the facilities, equipment, and software for creating and editing original multimedia content.
Objective: Study and purchase equipment needed to enhance instruction classes and lectures.
VI. Strategic Theme: Technology
Goal: Develop and maintain an infrastructure that accommodates the existing and emerging technologies required to further the Libraries' mission.
Strategic Directions
Objective: Establish guidelines for future development of the library webpage(s).
Objective: Implement Electronic Resource Management System (ERMS) to provide central control and dissemination of information about our electronic subscriptions.
Objective: Develop a program to control the updating of links within the Library's webpages.
Objective: Cooperate with Project Quest to establish a universal login for all University systems including the connections to electronic resources.
Objective: Partner with Information Resources to fully develop UTD's course management software.
Objective: Investigate ways of gathering statistics about usage of the Library's website.
Objective: Investigate and implement link resolving software to provide seamless access to full-text electronic materials.
Objective: Expand Library's technology infrastructure to include streaming video.
Objective: Purchase and implement media scheduling software.
Key planning documents
Mission Statement of the Libraries of the University of Texas at Dallas
Vision Statement of the Libraries of the University of Texas at Dallas


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Adult ring-tailed lemurs are about the size of a house cat,
weighing 2.5 to 3.0 kg (approximately six pounds). The head and
body average seventeen inches, while the tail alone is about
twenty-four inches long. The tail has thirteen or fourteen
distinctive, alternating black and white bands (Duke University
2000). They live in large multi-male, multi-female troops;
these troops range from 6-24 individuals (Jolly, 2003).
Females are always dominant over all males but within troops,
females compete for dominance over other females (Vick and
Pereira, 1989; Jolly et al., 2000). Female offspring
remain with their natal troop, but males migrate once they reach
sexual maturity (Jones, 1983; Sussman, 1992).
Exclusively diurnal, ring-tailed lemur individuals feed in
the canopy but often travel along the ground. In the wild,
troops of ring-tailed lemurs may spend up to seventy percent of
travel time on the forest floor (Holloway 1974), and forty
percent of their total time is spent on the ground rather than
in trees, although most feeding and sleeping takes place
arboreally (Duke University 2000). At the reserve, the
ring-tailed lemurs are even more terrestrial, spending well over
half of their total time on the ground, perhaps to minimize
competition with the brown and red ruffed lemurs sharing the
forest. Their diet is diverse, including leaves, shoots,
flowers, and fruit as available seasonally (Holloway 1974).
At the reserve they are given a mixture of fruit, vegetables,
and a manufactured primate biscuit. Staff and researchers
have observed the ring-tailed lemurs eating a wide variety of
browse found in the forest, including pine pollen, oak leaves,
gall berries, high bush blueberries, and the occasional insect.
Naturally occurring in the south and southwest of Madagascar,
troops of ring-tailed lemurs have adapted to a variety of living
conditions. Their three basic habitats are continuous
canopy forest, brush and scrub forest, and mixed forest, where
the first two merge (Budnitz and Dainis 1975). The
ring-tailed lemurs at the reserve demonstrate a remarkable
adaptability, comfortable in tall pines, immense oaks, and
secondary canopy. They can often be seen sunning in the
crowns of the slash pines in early morning but prefer the large,
horizontal branches of the live oaks for their afternoon rest.
Females usually give birth to one offspring a year, after a
gestation period of 134-138 days (Duke University 2000).
In Madagascar births take place between the months of August and
November (Jolly et al. 2002). During times when food is
plentiful, twins are common. At first the babies cling
closely to the mother's abdomen, but after two weeks, they move
to riding on her back. In Florida, the breeding season is
from November to February and offspring are born sometime
between May and July.
The latest IUCN Red List assessment categorizes the
ring-tailed lemurs as Vulnerable (VU A2cd). The greatest
threat to these lemurs is human activity. The gallery
forests in which lemurs live are being converted to farmland,
overgrazed by livestock or harvested for coal production (Mittermeier,
2006). Furthermore, people hunt them for food and, more
frequently, capture them to keep as pets (Duke University 2000).
The captive ring-tailed lemurs housed at the reserve participate
in the AZA's cooperative breeding program to help safeguard the
species against extinction.
Budnitz N and Dainis K (1975) Lemur catta: Ecology and
behavior. In: Tattersall, Sussman Eds. Lemur Biology. New
York: Plenum, p 219-235.
Duke University. 2000. Courtesy of Elwyn Simons.
Holloway RL (1974) Primate Aggression, Territoriality,
and Xenophobia. New York: Academic Press.
Jolly, A. 2003. Lemur catta, ring-tailed lemur,
maky. Pp 1329-1331 in: S.M. Goodman and J.P.
Benstead (eds.), The Natural History of Madagascar.
University of Chicago Press, Chicago.
Jolly, A., Caless, S., Cavigelli, S., Gould, L., Pitts, A.,
Pereira, M.E., Pride, R.E., Rabenandrasana, H.D.. Walker, J.D.,
and Zafison, T. (2000) Infant killing, wounding, and predation
in Eulemur and Lemur. International Journal of Primatology
Jolly,A., Dobson, A., Rasamimanana, H., Walker, J., O'Connor,
S., Solberg, M., and Perel, V. 2002. Demography of
Lemur catta at Berenty Reserve, Madagascar: Effects of
troop size, habitat and rainfall. International Journal of
Primatology 23: 327-353.
Jones, K.C. (1983). Inter-troop Transfer of Lemur catta
males at Berenty, Madagascar. Folia Primatol. 40
(1-2): 145-160.
Mittermeier R, Konstant W, Hawkins F, Louis E, Langrand O,
Ratsimbazafy J, Rasoloarison R, Ganzhorn J, Rajaobelina S,
Tattersall I, Meyers D. 2006. Lemurs of Madagascar. Washington
D.C.: Conservation International. 520 p.
Sussman R.W. (1992). Male life histories and
inter-group mobility among ringtailed lemurs (Lemur catta).
International Journal of Primatology, 13:395-413.
Vick LG, Pereira ME. 1989. Episodic targeting aggression and
the histories of Lemur social groups. Behav Ecol Sociobiol


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Life Stories Of A Hero
Poems by Howard T. Palmer, Native Oregonian, 1907-1988
presented by: "B C" McGregor, granddaughter
Life Stories Of A Hero is a wonderful collection of 'down home' story poems that will make you smile and make you think.
The poet, Howard Palmer, gave us his gift of wisdom through the poems presented in this book.
The topics range from history to nature, from family to life lessons, from politics to personal trials.
You'll find you can relate to the story poems inside written by a man who was loved by so many.
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All branches of Marin County Free Library will be closed on Monday, July 4 for Independence Day.
Jean wrote for children. Children are still in love with the wonders of nature, and she was, too. She told them stories about a boy and a falcon, a girl and an elegant wolf pack, about owls, weasels, foxes, prairie dogs, the alpine tundra, the tropical rain forest. And when the telling was and is done, she hoped they will want to protect all the beautiful creatures and places.
If you haven't been transported by one of Jean's books, you are invited to open the pages at your local library. Here are a few of her titles that also make excellent read aloud books:
And for an amazing video of Jean talking about her writing, check this out:


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On December 17, 1985, the 165-foot Andro was sent to the ocean floor in an explosion prepared by Miami's Bomb Squad and DERM, the Department of Environmental Resource Management. The vessel landed upright in a sandy area just off Haulover, Miami Beach, in 104-feet of water with 38 feet of relief. Andro is an excellent mid to advanced level dive for wreck seekers.
The ship was originally a German luxury yacht built in 1918 and much of the superstructure is wooden. It served in grandeur up until World War II at which time it was converted into a war patrol vessel and fitted with machine guns.
When the war was over Andro began service in New York as an island freighter. Slowly the vessel worked it's way down the coast of the US and eventually ended up en route from Miami to the Bahamas. Unfortunately, its' owners tried to make some quick money hauling illegal drugs. It was captured on one of its' illicit journeys by U.S. Customs.
Andro now makes an excellent back drop for photographers and video buffs as it has a huge wheel house which is exceptionally picturesque. There are two large smoke stacks just covered with growth while soft corals drape the entire perimeter of the vessel. Another of its unique features located at the stern are the twin props.
With lots of superstructure to explore, plan to dive the props and deeper portions first, concluding your dive on the shallower decks near the stacks. A dive computer will offer the convenience of watching your bottom-time accurately while getting the most out of your dive.
Loran coordinates are Lattitude 25 53' 38.6" Longitude 80 5' 8"
Robin V. Burr, Scuba Examiner
Personal Scuba Instruction
Miami, Florida USA


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All things Mother Earth Living
by Robyn Griggs Lawrence, Editor at Large
North Carolina, solar power, off grid living, solar heat, solar power, recycled material, upcycling, solar home
I fell in love with Asheville, North Carolina, architect Chris Larson's beautiful passive solar home in Asheville, North Carolina, when we photographed it for Natural Home magazine in 2006. I admired the home's clean, modernist yet homey design and Larson's elegant manifestation of his concept of the "sociable kitchen," which he describes as "an evolving effort to identify why kitchens already are sociable places and how they can intentionally be made more so for the enjoyment and benefit of those who inhabit them."
But a good house is never done. This week Chris sent me word that he's made his home even better by adding a mother-in-law addition with five solar hot-water collectors that contribute to space heating and provide hot water for the entire house.
Larson's 2,520-square-foot, three-level home features passive solar heating and passive cooling, slab-on-grade thermal mass with radiant tubing and Icynene insulation. Large south-facing floor-to-ceiling windows in the living room and kitchen bring daylight deep into the interior and blur the distinction between inside and out. "Seeing a great expanse of sky from indoors has the psychological effect of producing a sense of freedom, while looking out these windows into snow and rain is also a inspiring experience," Chris says. "The flower gardens at the base of the windows function visually as part of the living room, bringing the four seasons inside."
The home's windows are shaded with a wooden sunscreen/sleeping deck, sized to provide cool in the summer but allow maximum winter sunlight. The scored and stained concrete floor on the main level stores the winter sun's heat and releases it during the night, while in summer it absorbs the day's heat of to keep things cool. Radiant tubes in the main level slab supplement solar heat when necessary.
The house's height and its pyramidal shape (35 feet from the highest operable window to the lowest) create a "stack effect" that pushes hot air out at the top and pulls cool air in at the bottom, naturally cooling the house without air conditioning. The back side and carport are bermed into a slope for natural insulation, supplemented by Icynene insulation in the walls. A high-efficiency sealed-combustion propane boiler provides back-up heat for extended cloudy periods.
Chris often invites clients and potential clients to his home as a way to help them understand the benefits of passive-solar and sociable kitchens concepts. "A number of my clients have incorporated these ideas, to varying degrees, into their home plans," he says. "Folks come here and get a direct sense of how a home 'feels' when it's designed following the principles that guide me."
Low-maintenance exterior finishes include fiber-cement siding, stucco and a metal roof—all light in color to reflect summer sun.
High windows at the home's peak provide a 'stack effect,' allowing warm air to escape and keeping the home cool without air conditioning.
A large deck shades the home's windows in summer and provides a cool place to sleep.
Floor-to-ceiling windows let in natural light and the sun's heat to warm the house in winter. Nontoxic paints and varnishes were used throughout the interior.
Larson's 'sociable kitchen' has welcoming spots for people to hang out. Interior trim is southern yellow pine, a local softwood. All cabinets are recycled oak, chestnut oak, and heart pine siding from decaying local barns. Granite cutoffs were used for the countertops.
The new addition features 5 4-by-10 solar hot water collectors that contribute to space heating and domestic hot water for the entire house.
The sunny new addition features slab on grade with radiant floor heating and Icynene insulation.
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Did you know that businesses across Long Island hold special camps for kids over school vacations? Here are a few to check out if you're looking for something for your kids to do.
Once Upon A Treetop (151 Dupont Street, Plainview) School's out, have fun at the Treetop! Every day this week (February 15 through 19), the Treetop is holding camp for kids ages 4 through 7 from 930am to 1215pm. Kids will enjoy lots of activities including Open Play in our Little City, arts & crafts, story time and lots more. Lunch and snacks will be provided. Pre-registration is a must. Fees are $45 per child per day, and $30 for additional siblings. To register, call 516.349.1140.
Ward Melville Heritage Organization is holding a series of children's art workshops this week for kids ages 6 through 10. Each morning will concentrate on a different art project - February 16 is animal mobiles, February 17 is shadow puppets and February 18 is self-portraits. Admission is $12 per child per class and includes all materials. Classes are held at the Educational & Cultural Center, 97P Main Street, Stony Brook. Call 631.689.5888 for more information.
For the younger kids who need to burn off some energy, Gymboree is offering a President's Week Playgym Family Pass for $25 that will give you and your children, up to 6 years old, admission to playgyms being held every day this week. With seven locations across Long Island (Plainview, Woodbury, Westbury, Oakdale, East Northport, Oceanside and St. James), there has to be a location near you. Call your local Gymboree for details and times or the main office at 631.266.1114 to purchase your pass and for more information.
Children between 3 and 6 years old can attend Winter Camp at Orly's Treehouse being held each day from February 15 through February 19. Activities will include gymnastics, sports, arts & crafts, bounce houses and much more and lunch is included. THe morning sessions will run from 10am to 1pm and afternoon sessions from noon to 3pm. Pre-registration is required and admission is $49 per child per session or $199 for the full week (sibling discounts are available and VIPs receive 10% off). Orly's Treehouse is located at 1000 Shames Drive, Westbury. Call 516.333.2277 for more information or to register.
Also available this week are vacation camps at CW Post in Greenvale. CW Post offers camp during the school vacation when your child is off from school and you're not off from work. Campers have a place they can go to gather with their friends and enjoy their time off from school. For more information, pricing and available programs, contact CW Post at 516.299.4004.


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Robert Pattinson is homeless and is freeloading off his friends because he's too cheap to rent or buy a place of his own. For the time being Rob is alternating between staying at the Chateau Marmont and living in Kristen Stewart's home when she's out of town, according to Breathecast.com on June 18.
In a recent interview promoting his new movie "The Rover", Rob revealed that he's homeless again according to The International Business Times on June 18. The following details on how Rob's situation came about are provided by RTT News.
It seems that while Rob was filming in Toronto, his parents, who live in London came to Los Angeles and moved into the home the Twilight star was borrowing from a friend. When he returned from Toronto, Rob found that his parents had taken over his borrowed house and refused to give it back. He was "kicked out" and had to find someplace else to stay. That's how Rob came to be temporarily living in Twilight co-star, Kristen Stewart's house.
Freeloading is not new to Rob. When the widely publicized Kristen Stewart - Rupert Sanders cheating scandal broke, Rob moved out of the love nest he and Kristen shared and stayed at Reese Witherspoon's Ojai ranch (which she has since sold.) Rob eventually sold the $6 million home he bought to live in with Kristen. At one point he was reportedly renting a place or living in a guesthouse at the home of a friend.
Robert Pattinson, who has a net worth of $100 million, says he's never gotten used to the wealth he earned from the Twilight franchise. He still leads what many would call a somewhat frugal life. He doesn't wear expensive clothes, splurge on luxuries, or drive a fancy car. He's pretty low key. According to the last reports, he drives a beat up pickup truck.
Rob complained to Jimmy Kimmel that the $6 million mansion he sold was much too large for him, saying,
. . . you just stay in one room anyway. "I could basically live in a cell as long as I had a window.
Last year Robert Pattinson talked about relocating to London. But Rob confesses he feels more at home in LA. He's quite satisfied with his current living arrangements because being at Kristen's place means he can spend time with the two dogs they adopted when they were together, Bernie and Bear. He's in no hurry to get a place of his own.
Apparently Rob has bounced around so much that he doesn't know where his personal belongings are at present. He seemed genuinely puzzled when Jimmy Kimmel questioned him last week as to the whereabouts of his possessions, and it was obvious that he had no idea. He seems to think that his possessions are probably in storage somewhere and that "one of his minions" knows the exact location and more than likely has a key. Although Rob concedes that he wishes he knew where his belongings are, he really doesn't seem overly concerned.
Robert Pattinson can certainly afford to rent or buy a home of his own to live in, should he so choose. But it remains to be seen whether or not Rob will actually dip into his bank account to invest in a permanent place to stay, despite the fact that he likes Los Angeles so much.
Since Rob and Kristen are apparently just friends now and are no longer romantically involved, thing could become complicated when Kristen finished filming and returns to LA, as Hollywood Daily points out. Will Rob continue to live at ex-girlfriend Kristen Stewart's place, move back to the Chateau Marmont, or freeload off another one of his friends?
We'll just have to wait and see.


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Hi There,
I've attached files of the pattern and a photo of the Phentex Slippers I am trying to make.
I have finished rows 1-8 and then repeated rows 5-8 two more times. This appears to be the cuff around the ankle? This is where I'm stuck. I'm now told to continue in pattern and bind off every 4th row
(1 x 8 sts and 1 x 4 sts). It's the part in the brackets that doesn't seem to make sense to me. Do I bind off 8 sts from one end and then on the next 4th row bind off 4 sts on the first end?? Or do I bind off 1 stitch 8 times on either end. No matter how I read this pattern it just doesn't seem to make sense to me. Any help would be appreciated. I love the look of these slippers but am very frustrated in trying to figure out how the pattern works. I can't picture in my head how this pattern will work and turn out as a slipper!
Thanks Sue. I would read the pattern like that also and tried it that way but can't seem to wrap my head around how this is going to make a slipper. It doesn't seem that it will be big enough and the shape looks very odd. I suppose I should just try the pattern as is and see what happens? I tend to read through the whole patten to make sense of it before continuing.
Sure try it as written and see how it works out. The worst that can happen is you have to rip out a few rows. Sometimes what seems to be strange works out when you get there and follow the sts to do what it says.
Turns out that the pattern is correct but it only makes half a slipper! They forget to tell you to make the second half. I finished one slipper but don't think I will even make the second since there is a seam right down the middle of the sole of your foot which is quite uncomfortable. Oh well. I'll look for a new pattern. Thanks Sue for getting me to forge ahead - at least I know that it can be done now :)
Ahh yes, you can kinda see the seam on the bottom in that picture. That's a pain - there's lots of slipper patterns where they're knit in one piece.
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This book is a collection of recipes from my great grandmother Mary Aikin, accompanied by my photographs taken of each recipe throughout the cooking process and of the finished product.
Through the process of creating this book three living generations of women in my family were brought together and we were reminded of the wonderful memories we had of my great grandparents, the Aikin's. It has provided us with a sense of honor and connection with our past and what was given to us from those who have gone before us. The integration of my great grandmothers recipe cards/dividers and old family photographs was an integral part of remembering our connection to them.
There are just under 40 recipes including bread, sides, main dishes, pies, cakes, and other desserts, for all to enjoy.
I was born and raised on the front range in Colorado, but being a part of my father's entrepreneurial business I have seen and experienced a great deal of the US from a very young age, and all of my family has added to those experiences. From my grandparents to my aunts, uncles, and cousins, they all have had, and continue to have a great influence in my day to day life. They have encouraged me to continue exploring this world and to never stop creating the things I dream about. From their influence I traveled north to Bozeman, MT where I began studying Architecture for two years; however God had different plans for my life beyond living and breathing urban design. I met the most encouraging man who became my husband in 2007, and encouraged me all the way through my graduation in 2009 from Montana State University with a degree in Photography and Small Business Management/Entrepreneurship. I now continue on that never ending journey exploring new ideas and ways to express my funct
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leannbennett says Yes I scanned them then built and modified everything using Photoshop and InDesign software.
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cuicchi says
So you scanned recipe cards and used them as your backdrop and then overlaid that with text (typed recipes) and photos?
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Sorry about the delay in responding. I created the recipe card backgrounds from actual card dividers that I scanned.
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I don't see the answer to the question: "How did you create the original recipe background?" I want to do the same and am working in Booksmart. Please reply, thanks
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kardomr says I'm wondering-- How did you create the backgrounds of the original recipe cards? It's a lovely detail (that I'd like to replicate!)
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kardomr says I'm wondering--how did you create the backgrounds of the original recipe cards? It's a lovely detail.
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TC TO ARTHUR HUGH CLOUGH ; 22 July 1853; DOI: 10.1215/lt-18530722-TC-AHC-01; CL 28: 215
Chelsea, 22 july, 1853—
Dear Clough,
You need not be told I am delighted at the conclusion you have come to;1 for my own sake and for yours, I could not wish any other result;—and in fact I believe it will turn out to have been the wise decision. May you never repent it:—in which case, England and the rest of us will be very far from doing so!
I have been scheming out some evening for a talk with you, or perhaps been lazily in hope you would come of your own accord. At 3 p.m. any day I am here: but all my evenings now, I find, till monday are taken up: on and after monday the natural course of solitude returns. I expect my wife home very soon; and do not as yet contemplate any travelling this year.
Come the first day or night you can.
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On Wednesday, French video game publisher Ubisoft admitted it needs to diversify more characters starring in the company's blockbuster games.
In an interview with CVG during this year's E3, Ubisoft CEO Yves Guillemot said he's aware of the criticism of the publisher producing bland characters for its AAA releases. The most recent target of this critique being Aiden Pearce of "Watch_Dogs," with certain gaming sites labeling the trench-coat hero as either unlikable or utterly forgettable. "We knew it would be polarizing," Guillemot said of Aiden Pearce's characterization in "Watch_Dogs." "Some people loved the characters and some didn't. It was difficult to please everybody with that character. Now, having seen the reaction, we know what we will do next to improve that." Guillemot then went on to promise fewer uses of cliches and more characters of different backgrounds.
We want to spend more time on the worlds and characters in our games... you will see more and more of this at Ubisoft. We'll try to be less like we have been in the past with some characters. We'll try to extend more diversity.
In discussing a sequel to "Watch_Dogs," Guillemot couldn't promise if Aiden Pearce would be the protagonist again or not, as there's currently nothing set in stone.
It was only recently that Ubisoft was put on the extreme defensive over the lack of playable female characters in the "Assassin's Creed" series. Ubisoft technical director James Therien told Video Gamer female assassins were initially planned for the four-player co-op game, "Assassin's Creed Unity," but were abandoned on the premise it would double the workload. Therien's remarks didn't sit well with most; being seen as an excuse than a legitimate difficulty in game design. Game developers like former "Assassin's Creed III" animation director and current Naughty Dog animator Jonathan Copper also challenged Therien's claim on women characters being too difficult to animate, saying it would only amount to "a day or two's work." Ubisoft later sent out a clarification of their previous statement, saying the team of "Assassin's Creed Unity" is made up people of different faiths, pointed out the previous diverse leads in past "Assassin's Creed" games, and promises there will be strong female representation in the latest game.
In an interview with Re/code, three-time Ubisoft E3 host Aisha Tyler shared her thoughts on the call for more diversity in video games.
I think it's more that the gaming community's more diverse, and they're going to ask for more diverse experiences. They're going to demand them. If you're a game company, you want to create a singular gaming experience, and part of that is doing stuff that nobody else is doing. If you're trying to create a game that feels different, you're going to create a lead that feels different. It's not going to be just another white guy.
As we go forward, people are going to want to play as those characters because they feel different. They don't want to play the same kind of character over and over again. Some gamers always pick an avatar that looks just like them, but others want to live a different identity inside of a game.


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Dvd Release Date: 1998-01-06
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Story begins as Bumby Johnson is released from Sing Sing and returns to Harlem where he becomes the bodyguard for Queen St Clair, the head of the Harlem numbers racket. Her business makes big money, attracting the interest of "Dutch" Schultz who, under the eyes of Lucky Luciano, decides to move in on her territory. When Schultz conspires with the New York City special prosecutor against organized crime to have her arrested and jailed, Johnson takes over the business. It is not long before Schultz and Johnson are head to head, the former a psychopath and the latter, Robin Hood.
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The Montreal Stars are a professional women's ice hockey team that plays in Montreal, Quebec. The team was awarded the Clarkson Cup in 2009, 2011 and 2012 for winning the highest honour in North American women's hockey.
Montreal resident,Ken Doran will host a poker night on Saturday April 26, 2014 in support of the Stars hockey program.
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This weekend Indianapolis is set to host the NCAA Tournament Midwest Regional games at Lucas Oil Stadium for the 2nd year in a row. Tennessee and Michigan will get things started Friday night with tip off at 7:15pm. After that, get ready for the bluegrass state to take over the circle city when rivals face off with the Kentucky Wildcats taking on the Louisville Cardinals in the second game of the night. Winners of the games will advance to the Elite Eight and play on Sunday.
If you're looking to catch the action live tickets are available online through sources like Stub Hub and Ticketmaster. Even if you don't make into the stadium, you won't miss a thing. Join the fun and watch the games on Georgia Street for the first tailgating event of spring. Tailgating starts at noon on Friday 3/28. Just look for the giant tent between Capital and Illinois streets. Come hungry, thirsty and ready to cheer on your bracket picks!