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Democrats may want to get a poison pill ready. Louisiana Republican Gov. Bobby Jindal is proposing a hostile takeover.
"I can sense right now a rebellion brewing amongst these United States," Mr. Jindal said Saturday at a conference hosted by the Faith and Freedom Coalition, "where people are ready for a hostile takeover of Washington, D.C., to preserve the American Dream for our children and grandchildren."
In his remarks in Washington, reported by the Associated Press, Gov. Jindal took aim at what he called a "silent war" on religious liberty being fought in the U.S.
That issue could come to a head within the next week as the Supreme Court is expected to issue a ruling on a pair of challenges to the contraception requirement in the Affordable Care Act. The challengers, including arts-and-crafts-retailer Hobby Lobby, say that covering the so-called morning-after pill in their health insurance plans for workers violates the religious beliefs of the business owners.
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This year, three of the four swimmers return to the girls' swim and dive team. The fourth, Riley Bruin, was lost to a move to Michigan, dealing a blow to the 40-strong squad.
Head coach Jenny Wischmeyer is looking to fill one of the incoming swimmers into the vacated spot, starting with November's morning and evening practices and testing the waters at the first meet, the Glenwood Springs invitational on Nov. 30.
"It's quite a year to come off of," she said, adding that it is helpful to have experienced freshmen joining the team this year from some of the county's club teams. She highlighted Maddy O'Mally and Dakota Angell as two with experience swimming.
Co-captain Lisa Evans said she's excited about the influx of underclassmen and looks forward to providing leadership for them.
"I'm excited to see them improve," said fellow senior and star swimmer Olya Aden. Aden recently signed to attend Western State Colorado University in Gunnison on a swimming scholarship.
The team, whose membership is consistent with years past, also has a large group of seniors who have swam throughout high school and will serve as the team's leaders, starting with Evans, Aden and co-captain Hannah McGrew.
"Our team is experienced this year," Wischmeyer said. "Most of the juniors and seniors have been on the team since they were freshmen. That helps things along in terms of leadership, and how practice goes."
Those who have been on the team want to win meets.
"We switched leagues so we don't' know what we're up against, but we have a good feeling," McGrew said.
The star seniors excel in the freestyle events, with Aden focusing her efforts on the 50-, 200- and 500-yard freestyle events. Evans and McGrew are freestyle sprinters.
To fill out the event lineup, the senior leaders have their eyes on a teammate who returned from a foreign-exchange program and excels in the butterfly. A handful of freshmen are interested in taking on the backstroke, too.
Wischmeyer plans to rely on senior Crystal Nichols and junior Reena John in the breaststroke while junior Kitt Maxwell could take the lead in backstroke. Junior Megan Hogfeldt might take on a hefty load of providing depth to the freestyle events, the coach added.
From a coaching perspective, the short season doesn't allow a lot of individual coaching - and particularly doesn't permit the strategy and training needed for distance - so Wischmeyer is hoping to focus primarily on flip turns and sprinting.
"They can become faster more quickly," Wischmeyer said. "We'll focus on starts and turns to focus on that short race."
On the diving end of the spectrum, coach Joe Baldwin wants to see his seven divers simply improve. He plans to push them to push themselves, and though he's not focused on increasing dive difficulty, he wants to see simpler dives look better.
As Wischmeyer focuses on training her swimmers to sprint, McGrew is focusing on helping her teammates believe in themselves.
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In May 2010, Ajay Mungara (Thunderbird '12) was visiting the headquarters of one of the fastest growing companies in the world, Samsung Electronics Corporation (Samsung) in Suwon, South Korea for the first time. As he passed through the high security visitor center, he looked forward to the exciting and challenging opportunity to get to work with the "Jewel[1]" of the Samsung Group. Over the past two years and many more visits, and meetings with Samsung representatives, Ajay has seen Samsungs success to forge full speed ahead, and its brand value rise to #17 on Interbrand's 100 Best Global Brands of 2011 list.[2]
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by Brian Duff - July 2, 2011 10:51 AM UTC
The NHL Network host was at a recent event that reminded him of the late Central Scouting guru who was dedicated to the game of hockey.
A few weeks ago I had the great pleasure of being invited to a season-ending banquet for the Williamsville North Spartans, as they celebrated their New York State Public High School Division 1 hockey championship.
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The landscape for trades has changed since the salary cap came in, so GMs should look to other capped leagues where players are exchanged for salary space.
A little more than three weeks ago, 14 teams concluded what was, for the most part, a fruitless 82-game regular season. Since then, eight more teams have joined them – in some cases far earlier than they or the prognosticators would have anticipated.
by Brian Duff - April 15, 2010 9:18 AM UTC
At the start of the year questions were asked about certain players. With the regular season behind us now, Brian Duff looks back at what should have been asked.
One of the league's post-lockout marketing campaigns revolves around the question "Is this the year?" About seven months ago we put together an hour-long season preview show on the NHL Network based on those four little words.
by Brian Duff - March 16, 2010 4:10 PM UTC
Nicklas Backstrom, who will forever play second fiddle to Alex Ovechkin, has all the makings of a future Hall of Famer in the same vein as Yzerman, Trottier and Sakic.
It's only fitting that on a day when Nicklas "Get On My" Backstrom was clearly the best player on the ice, he would be overshadowed in the aftermath by his teammate who played a mere four shifts before being ejected for a boarding major.
by Brian Duff - March 2, 2010 10:53 AM UTC
The NHL Network analyst looks at key figures to keep an eye on heading into the trade deadline and down the stretch.
Niclas Bergfors – Atlanta Five games with his new club and under the pressure of being dealt for Ilya Kovalchuk, Bergfors produced three goals – two of them game-winners – for a Thrashers team that has the most games left among those fighting for eighth in the Eastern Conference.
by Brian Duff - February 5, 2010 1:05 PM UTC
The impressive progress of Stamkos and Duchene; Quick's record pace; Howard for Calder; Jokinen belongs on Finland; super Staal; and more.
Do you believe in miracles? Well, if not miracles, then how about conspiracy theories, the paranormal or the supernatural? How else can one explain the Rangers not only finding a taker for Scott Gomez's contract in the off-season, but a taker for Ales Kotalik's and Chris Higgins' contracts in-season? Or separate deals involving Dion Phaneuf and Ilya Kovalchuk that on the surface sound like they were generated by call-in shows on sports-talk radio.
by Brian Duff - November 24, 2009 9:30 AM UTC
The NHL Network host looks at the 10 best players who got one-year contract this off-season.
With so much scrutiny (and rightly so) placed upon GMs by media and fans alike for an alarming number of ill-advised, cap-unfriendly deals, it's time to take a look at the top 10 performances so far from players on one-year deals, making less than $3 million, who can become unrestricted free agents next summer.
by Brian Duff - October 2, 2009 9:30 AM UTC
The NHL Network host looks at each of the 30 NHL teams and the deals that will come back to bite them.
As teams set their rosters on the final day of September, you can only imagine what kind of thoughts are going through the minds of 30 GMs after lengthy internal debates with assistants, scouts, their kids and maybe the family dog, too.
by Brian Duff - July 27, 2009 11:22 AM UTC
Despite leading the Flyers to the conference final in 2008, Martin Biron still couldn't find a No. 1 this summer, but he's still planning on landing that long-term deal.
"Obviously, it didn't go according to plan." No, we're not talking about Dany Heatley and his apparent belief every team in the NHL should want his services.
by Brian Duff - June 16, 2009 11:39 AM UTC
The NHL Network host writes about the times had on the road from Detroit to Pittsburgh and everything in between, while covering the seven-game series.
Following Game 2 of the final, we began what now feels like annual trek...Detroit to Pittsburgh, and back, and back, and, this year, back again.
by Brian Duff - April 1, 2009 10:25 AM UTC
The NHL Network host looks back at the Traverse City prospect tourney, where he first got a glimpse at the Blues rookie who's taken St. Louis by storm.
Here we are, two weeks away from the start of the Stanley Cup playoffs and I can't stop thinking back six months to the biggest and best gathering of prospects in Traverse City, Mich.
by Brian Duff - March 24, 2009 11:54 AM UTC
The NHL Network host discusses Josh Harding as a fit in Colorado, crease crashers becoming an issue and why Rod Brind'Amour isn't done yet.
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Fox Valley HM, St. Charles, IL, 9/16/12, 2:23
Des Moines HM, 10/21/12, 2:19
Tentative plans for 2013:
Wisconsin (Half) Marathon, Kenosha, WI 5/4/2013 (registered)
Dam To Dam 20K, Des Moines, 6/2/2013 (registration opens March 20th)
Grandma's (Half) Marathon, Duluth, MN, 6/22/2013 (if I get picked again in the lottery)
Des Moines HM, 10/20/2013 (registered)
You know you are getting a little "nut-so" when you read thru your running magazine about all of the different half/full marathons and then start envisioning so many of the different places you could go run and compete in. Then realize that's an awful lot of training & running and time committment, and geez, you're still so slow, etc.... So many races so little time (& too few years left to do 'em all). I don't know if I'll be running years on end, or burn out next year, or scale back (after I'm "fit") and just race occassionally. I guess for now, its one day, one month, one race at a time.
On Sunday, I overdid my gardening (for 5 hrs), and then ran 4 mi on Monday. Between those too days, I ended up with quads, hams and adductor muscles that all were strained much more than on any of my previous training. I ended up taking two days off- only walking w my dog for two miles. Today I wanted to do a VL run (10+ mi) but by the time I reached 5 mi, I had slowed down noticeably. So I finished off 6 mi and quit. Considering that I was doing 1/3 mi loops in my culdesac, I'm surprised I lasted that long. I'll crosstrain tomorrow & maybe try the VLR on Saturday.
Jo Ann C
Started Walking 7/15/09 Weight = 265#; C25K Grad 11/6/09
6/27/10 IronGirl, Atlanta Tri S 1/3m/B 18m/R 3m (2:42:10) 207#; 5/15/11 - (2:34:08 200)#
9/25/10 Women's HM, Nashville (3:27:10) 209#, 11/13/10 Huntsville HM (3:17:27) 203#
2/13/11 Mercedes HM, B'ham (3:02:02) 203#; 3/19/11 Rocket 10mi (2:13:37) PR
4/30/11 RnR HM Nashville (3:10:12); 5/15/11 5/30/11 Cotton Row 10K (84:36) ;
6/11/11 Mt. Mania 15K (2:17:12); 7/16/11 Wet Dog Tri (98:56);
8/13/11 Mtn Lakes Tri; (2:13:32); 8/28 Rocketman Oly Tri; 9/10 Frantic Frog Tri (1:52:35)
9/24/11 Womens HM (2:54:28) 195# PR; 10/1 Toray 5K (35:35 PR);
10/15/11 Liz Hurley 5K (36:24); 10/22 Book-it 10K (74:51 PR) 197#;
11/12/11 Huntsville HM - Target 2:50
Hey Jasmine, I'm relieved to find that 'someone' else is doing the same: going through magazines and envisioning running in far off places in such cool looking apparel with the most supportive sports bra!! Yes, then reality hits you when you read that 'they' are running for miles on end ......... just to 'train' and eating, rather, drinking energy drinks I wouldn't want to soley live off on a daily basis! Yes, definitely a lot more time set aside for such commitment .......... so I resigned myself to the fact that I am blessed to be able to do the distances in my races in close proximity to either a city or the mountain country. I'm fortunate that I can travel to at least 4 nearby states which are not too far to drive to.
I think you did awesome in your training .......... 6 miles, no matter how slow, is still 6 miles, that is quite a distance. You didn't 'quit'; you decided to rest because your body told you to and that is so important: to listen to what your body is telling you ........ so you can be more refreshed the next time. Worry about next year, next year. Believe me, you did alot more than I did: I didn't run at all yesterday as I had planned. But, I will today. The weather is affecting my mood but then, I have been working at my computer since Monday trying to play catch-up with 'stuff' ............ I get so involved in my work that sometimes I forget to eat till it gets too late and thus, no energy to go for a run. Anyway, I am set on getting out of the house today, rain or not, and head to the athletic club for a workout and a short run (it's cold and trails are too wet/slippery). My left Achilles tendon is feeling much better so maybe I did need the extra day off: 'listen to my body' ........... taking my own advice.
HANG IN THERE, you are doing great!!
Trail runner
Hike2run: Great job on 'nailing' the distance/time in your training! Every little bit counts toward reaching your goal! It must have been exhilarating ......... so much that you registered for a 5k!! That is very impressive and thrilling!! Expecting to be "disappointed" certainly can affect how you approach your daily workouts ............ staying positive and most importantly, realistic, about the level you are at in regard to running puts things in proper perspective in that you incorporate techniques which guide you in achieving your goal. It will take time, consistency, and determination .......... each of us deal with frustrations but that can help us to focus on areas we didn't think we needed to work on. Your staying healthy by the needed rest to heal is just as critical to staying refreshed so to tackle the next goal in your training runs and races .......... you WILL notice the improvements in/after each race. WAY TO GO!! Can't wait to hear about your result!!
Trail runner
So I find myself entering a 5k for the first time, this Saturday (10/23/10). I have been running for 6 months or so. I started running to suppliment my exercise to stay in shape for work ( I am a paramedic and tactical medic). But after awhile, I found I just like to run. My other hobby is racing motocross. So I am used to the "you are to old". So I have invested in a decent pair of running shoes (Brooks Beasts), reading and asking a lot of questions. I was just tickled pink to find this post! Imagine over... more "your to old" people like me!
My plan for the first 5K is to run a few miles tonight to make sure I have my pace down, then rest until Saturday's event. I find eating lots of fruit, granola bars and water seem to work best for me on running days. I eat 3-4 hours before running. Any ideas on other good foods to fuel up on?
Para414 - I don't think you can really beat fruit for fuel, no matter what time of day. It really should only be eaten with other fruit or greens, though, as it digests very fast this way and doesn't leave you sluggish. My friend and I hiked 7 miles this morning with lots of grapes and water in our back packs. I came home and had 2 pitchers of banana smoothie (water, celery and cherries in one, just bananas and water in the other) and I'll be fine 'til dinner. I leave the other types of foods for the evening meal, as by then I'm ready to lie around feeling lazy while I digest my food.
I've only been able to manage one run per week, as it takes me a full week to recover enough to feel eager to do it again. Thankfully, I have weight training, hiking, and step class to fill in the other days. But I do hope that eventually my joints will allow me to run at least twice per week. Once just doesn't seem enough, especially when you want to enter the fun runs and all. I have my 5k coming up in 9 days and will only get one more training run in on Saturday. Eh, I just hope to finish in 35 or 36 minutes, so I still think it's doable even with so little actual running for training.
The weather this autumn has just been splendid so far- being outdoors with the sunshine and light breeze is such a sensual experience - practically orgasmic!
Lost over 100 lbs. in 11 months in 2008-2009
Big Sur International Marathon Power Walk Division 10.6-Miler 2:40:30 April 2010
Run For Isaiah 4.4k 38:30 Sept. 2010
Eyes on Aids 10k 77:40 Oct. 2, 2010
Upcoming Challenges:
Hospital Hill HM June 4
Steve and Di2079
Thank you for the encouraging words. I am very excited now. I know I can get past the aches and pains, and the injuries and I will be ok. Slow and steady! I have learned a lot about pacing in the past week. I may not be fast in my first 5k, but my goal is to make the distance! The race organizer told me there are lots of walkers too, so I shouldn't be last! lol
MangoLuvr - I have never had celery in my smoothies - do you do that for the salt content and doesn't it get stringy?
Have a great evening everyone! Today is "off" day, but I will do some resistance training...off to make dinner now.
11/27/10 First 5k Habitat for Humanity 36:47
OMG Jasmine...I so get what you are talking about. I really, really want to run the Disney Princess HM in February and there's a full/half in Hilo Hawaii in March and the list goes on. The biggest obstacle is the time off of work and the cost of the travel. I tell myself that once I get a good base and a lot of the aches and pains go away then I can add more miles in during the week, like some of the people you read about in the magazines, and then maybe I can at least get in the top 10 of my age division. And then I heard some people at my running club talk about how women can't really compete on a equal field with men in a marathon but in the ultra marathon they have better endurance and actually beat men. So then I'm thinking I need to do ultra marathons so I could win the whole thing. What am I even thinking? I am scared to death of the 9 mile run I have to do this Saturday. How in the world would I be able to do 100? It's fun to dream and get excited about running when I read the articles.
My legs are still bothering me a little so I tried the dumb compression socks again and my shins are still yelling at me. My sports chiropractor told me to try them and this is the second time they have made my legs worse so I'm done with them. I'm taking a break for 2 days so I can complete my long run on Saturday.
Saturday afternoon my husband and I are doing the Great Urban Race in San Diego. It's a kind of scavenger hunt in the city where you solve clues and complete tasks in a race against other teams. There's no set course and you just run when you want to get somewhere fast. It's a lot of fun. This is our 4th one, the first in our own city. The one we did in Los Angeles last year was where I got my first stress fracture so I'm happy to be doing it knowing that I'm stronger this year.
2010 Coronado Independence Day 5K - 40:12
2010 AFC 5K - August 15 - 37:32
2010 End of Summer Fire Run 4mi- August 29 - 49:55
2010 Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Relay - October 2 - 57:12
2010 Shelter Island 5K - November 7 - 36:20 PR
2010 Silver Strand Half Marathon - November 14 - 3:14:05
2010 Las Vegas Rock & Roll Half Marathon - December 5 - 2:58:35
2010 Jingle Bell 5K for Arthritis - December 11 - 37:28
2011 Los Angeles Chinatown Firecracker 10K - February 13 - 1:25:46
2011 Lost Dutchman 10K - February 20 - 1:19:11
2011 Saint Patrick's Day 10K - March 12 - 1:13:48 PR
2011 Carlsbad 5000 - April 3 - 34:30 PR
2011 Rock & Roll San Diego HM - June 5 - 2:51:54 PR
2011 Coronado Independence Day 5K - July 4 - 35:34
2011 America's Finest City 5 K- August 21 - 34:40
2011 Rock & Roll Los Angeles - October 30
2012 Disneyland Tinkerbell Half - January 29
Mornin MangoLuvr...
Thanks for the celery tip! I never would have thought of that! Lots of water in celery. Am looking forward to tomorrow. Went last night after work and ran just a few miles to make sure I can establish my pace. That seems to be my biggest problem. I was running with an IPod, but found I would increase or decrease my pace with the music, so I got rid of it. My goal for the first 5K is to just finish. I have completed 6 practice 5Ks, so I should be o.k. The weather should be clearing by then....but it is upstate NY..could be a foot of snow or 80 degrees by morning!
Am looking forward to the next 5K...The Wounded Warrior 5K in Camillus N.Y. Some of the guys are amazing.I think of them...and sudenly my aches don't mean a whole lot!
Good morning ladies and gents!
We've got so many folks racing here I thought I'd start a new thread for our race reports. There's something that can be learned from hearing about others' experiences with doing races, and given this is a thread about challenges, others might not duck in here. I've got my first 10k tomorrow, and I'll be sure to post my experience there. I'll also pop in here and give you a quick 1 or 2 sentences with how it went.
Here's the new thread: http://community.active.com/thread/116969/
I've not done any running for the last two days, and am starting trying to get my water in. I realize it's only a 10k and not a half marathon, but still it's a long distance for me so I'm trying to do what I can to make it not as much a struggle. My feet and legs are pretty tired from all the walking I've done for the past week. We'll see how it goes!
Good luck to others racing, and continued luck to those just running for fitness and fun.
C25k dropout
Rock the Parkway 5k 3/27/10 37:40.6
Mother's Day 5k 5/9/10 33:19
Walk/Run for Isaiah 9/18/10 4.4k 37:26
Harvest Moon 10k 10/23/10 1:08.50
Great Santa 5k 12/5/10 33:22
Carlsbad half marathon 1/23/11
"Look deep into nature, and then you will understand everything better." ~Albert Einstein
No need to fuel up for a 5k race. Our bodies have enough fuel (glycogen) stored. More important to optimize your race day performance is to get to the race in plenty of time to relax, jog around a little, stretch it out a little, do 3-4 faster 100 meter strides. A good warm up will ensure your body is optimized for the race, i.e.. processing oxygen efficiently. Finish warmup 10 minutes before the race.
Good luck this weekend everyone!
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Have fun and get it done!
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Hike2Run - I put celery and often leafy greens in my smoothies for the much-needed minerals and the fiber. They kind of help keep my system in balance. No, even my cheapo blender grinds up the celery very well and I don't get any strings. I think the trick is to make sure and add half a pitcher of water first, then a banana, then the celery and more bananas. Works for me! I enjoy Victoria Boutenko's books about the raw diet very much. Has anyone else read them?
Lost over 100 lbs. in 11 months in 2008-2009
Big Sur International Marathon Power Walk Division 10.6-Miler 2:40:30 April 2010
Run For Isaiah 4.4k 38:30 Sept. 2010
Eyes on Aids 10k 77:40 Oct. 2, 2010
Upcoming Challenges:
Hospital Hill HM June 4
Totally euphoric ....... cool energizing mornings with the sounds of gentle rain and soothing breeze of the crisp dawn!
Trail runner
PJFreeman: Your shin discomfort caught my attention. If you have more than about 300 miles on your shoes, it may be time for a change. I had over 400 on mine (two pairs ago) when I started getting shin pain. I got new shoes and it went away. For what it's worth....
You're doing a long run Saturday morning and your scavenger hunt that afternoon? You'll need more two days' rest after you're done with all that.
Finally, since you live in San Diego (I may have asked this before, so forgive me if I have), what do you know about the Silver Strand HM? My wife and I are thinking about coming out there next year for it and also to visit my sister who lives south of LA. Thanks.
Completed in 2012:
The Qualifier HM, Midland MI, May 2012, 2:58, 80+ degrees
Dam to Dam 20K, Des Moines, IA, June 2012, 2:17, PR for this race
Garry Bjorklund HM, Duluth, MN, June 2012, 2:20
Fox Valley HM, St. Charles, IL, 9/16/12, 2:23
Des Moines HM, 10/21/12, 2:19
Tentative plans for 2013:
Wisconsin (Half) Marathon, Kenosha, WI 5/4/2013 (registered)
Dam To Dam 20K, Des Moines, 6/2/2013 (registration opens March 20th)
Grandma's (Half) Marathon, Duluth, MN, 6/22/2013 (if I get picked again in the lottery)
Des Moines HM, 10/20/2013 (registered)
Di2079- Well, the rest certainly helped. I woke up today with NO aches - YEA!! I did an hour of spin cycle followed by strength training. Still no aches, so I'll try the VLR tomorrow again. Like you, other "stuff" is one of the things that keeps me from getting out to train. Usually I have some creative writing that I have procrastinated on (until the last minute) that finally has to be done, or some other volunteer work that can't be delayed any longer.
This winter, I'm hoping to be less of a "Cinderella" runner. I have tights, a long sleeve tech shirt and a lightweight weather protective jacket. If it gets very cold, I can add other shirts, a vest, gloves etc. Here in N. Alabama we don't have the severely cold climate that a lot of you face. Since I have time flexibility, I can delay runs until better weather later in the day-but still- I will try to be more consistent and not wuss out as much.
PJ- Yeah, I want to go race a HM in Hawaii too, but it may be a few years away- when my HM time is closer to 2:30. However, I did research & itemized all HM/M's on the islands....just in case (HA!)
I'm turning into an exercise/running evangelist. I decided to establish a 5K/1mile event at the end of Feb as a fundraiser for our Friends of the Library, since there were few local 5Ks in the first quarter. Then, as a way to get more participants, I've talked our city parks & rec dept into the idea of preparing a city-wide year-round "Get Fit" program, to get more people up and moving for fitness. We are only at stage 1 planning, but I hope it will start Jan 1, so that all the folks with a New Year's resolution to start walking or running will have a target event 8 weeks away. Going to have teams, to encourage people to work out then compete together. I've all sorts of ideas to get wellness programs at churches, businesses and gyms (plus the schools) to participate in the citywide program.
Jo Ann C
Started Walking 7/15/09 Weight = 265#; C25K Grad 11/6/09
6/27/10 IronGirl, Atlanta Tri S 1/3m/B 18m/R 3m (2:42:10) 207#; 5/15/11 - (2:34:08 200)#
9/25/10 Women's HM, Nashville (3:27:10) 209#, 11/13/10 Huntsville HM (3:17:27) 203#
2/13/11 Mercedes HM, B'ham (3:02:02) 203#; 3/19/11 Rocket 10mi (2:13:37) PR
4/30/11 RnR HM Nashville (3:10:12); 5/15/11 5/30/11 Cotton Row 10K (84:36) ;
6/11/11 Mt. Mania 15K (2:17:12); 7/16/11 Wet Dog Tri (98:56);
8/13/11 Mtn Lakes Tri; (2:13:32); 8/28 Rocketman Oly Tri; 9/10 Frantic Frog Tri (1:52:35)
9/24/11 Womens HM (2:54:28) 195# PR; 10/1 Toray 5K (35:35 PR);
10/15/11 Liz Hurley 5K (36:24); 10/22 Book-it 10K (74:51 PR) 197#;
11/12/11 Huntsville HM - Target 2:50
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- Aug 11:
- Outside Lands: 5 best moments from Day Two
- Outside Lands: Nine Inch Nails setlist played in San Francisco
- Outside Lands: Yeah Yeah Yeahs setlist from Day 2 of festival
- Aug 10:
- Outside Lands: Paul McCartney setlist from festival
- Review: Outside Lands kicks off in fab fashion
- Outside Lands: Chic, Nile Rodgers ignite the party
- Outside Lands: Paul McCartney is in legendary form
- Aug 9:
- Outside Lands: Insider's guide to the 10 tastiest foods this weekend
- Aug 7:
- Outside Lands update: D'Angelo cancels due to medical emergency
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- Outside Lands: The complete lineup
- Jul 29:
- Outside Lands' gourmet extravaganza
- Outside Lands' Food: Who's serving what?
Festivalgoers cannot live by headliners alone.
Fans also need quality supporting acts in order to fully enjoy a major music festival.
Fortunately, it's a very deep field set for the sixth annual Outside Lands. More than 80 acts will perform over three full days -- Friday through Sunday -- at Golden Gate Park in San Francisco.
Of course, you probably already know about the headliners -- Paul McCartney on Friday, Nine Inch Nails on Saturday and the Red Hot Chili Peppers on Sunday. Yet you might not be as familiar with some of the other quality acts on the bill.
That's where I come in. Here are my top picks for what to see -- beyond McCartney, NIN and the Chili Peppers -- at the 2013 Outside Lands:
Note: One of my oiriginal picks, neo-soul singer D'Angelo, has canceled due to a medical emergecy, promoters announced Wednesday. He was slated to perform 6:05 p.m. Friday on the Sutro Stage, and will be replaced by Chic featuring Nile Rodgers.
Wild Belle (2:15 p.m. Twin Peaks Stage): The Chicago act, consisting of siblings Elliot and Natalie Bergman, has created quite the stir with this year's "Isles." It's a remarkably adventurous and assured debut, which finds the duo convincingly tackling a variety of musical styles, including psychedelic pop, reggae/ska and indie rock. It will be very interesting to see how the eclectic nature of the album translates to Wild Belle's live show.
Wavves (6:15 p.m. Pandhandle Stage): Since releasing its self-titled debut in 2008, Wavves has been slowly but steadily climbing up the indie-rock ladder. Its latest effort, this year's "Afraid of Heights," even managed to sneak into Billboard's top 100. Plus, the group drew some rave reviews at the 2013 South by Southwest music festival in Texas. Expect the upward trend to continue once more people witness these San Diego surf/noise rockers in concert.
Jessie Ware (3:25 p.m. Sutro): This sophisticated pop-soul vocalist seems destined for superstardom. Her voice is amazing and -- even more significant -- is perfectly suited for her chosen material. She first gained notice doing backing vocals for the likes of Florence + the Machine, Joker and SBTRKT. Now she's quickly making a name as a solo artist, thanks to 2012's critically acclaimed debut "Devotion." This could be the set that everyone is still talking about come Monday.
Chromatics (7:50 p.m. Panhandle Stage): The Portland, Ore., synth-pop band crafts the type of dreamy, hypnotic songs that linger in your head for hours, if not days, after you're done listening to them. The band has released some fine albums during its 10-year recording career, but none better than last year's "Kill for Love." Ruth Radelet's vocals are really moving, especially when paired with Adam Miller's minimalist efforts on guitar.
Gary Clark Jr. (2:20 p.m. Lands End Stage): This talented Texan is nothing less than the hottest player in the blues-rock game. He reminds me of a young Robert Cray, with his ability to combine a smooth, soulful vocal delivery with some incendiary guitar work. He certainly turned heads at the 2012 Bridge School Benefit at Shoreline Amphitheatre as he more than held his own in a lineup that also featured fellow axe slingers Jack White and Neil Young. He also impressed during a high-profile tribute to the great Albert King at this year's Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony. We should be talking about Clark for years to come.
Bombino (4:30 p.m. Panhandle): Looking for a new guitar hero? Try Omara "Bombino" Moctar, the acclaimed Tuareg guitarist and singer-songwriter from Agadez, Niger, who is quickly becoming a world music sensation. I've yet to see Bombino live -- a situation I plan to correct at Outside Lands -- but I've watched the YouTube videos, and this guy is amazing. He's touring in support of this year's highly heralded "Nomad," which was produced by Dan Auerbach of the Black Keys.
Jurassic 5 (5 p.m. Lands End): The Los Angeles alt-hip-hop group responsible for such fine affairs as 2002's "Power in Numbers" and 2006's "Feedback" is back in action after a six-year break. And, yes, this is the rare reunion that matters. It should be a blast to hear the crew perform such old favorites as "What's Golden," "W.O.E. Is Me (World of Entertainment)" and "Quality Control." Yet I also really hope that the band will unveil some new material, which would be a sign that Jurassic 5 might stick around for a while.
DJ Sam Spiegel (3 p.m. The Dome): The Big Apple DJ is probably best known for his work with Brazilian DJ Zegon in N.A.S.A. (North America/South America). "The Spirit of Apollo," N.A.S.A.'s 2009 debut, was an all-star album for the ages -- featuring contributions from everyone from Tom Waits and David Byrne to Karen O and Kanye West. Spiegel, whose brother is famed director Spike Jonze, has also done work for TV, video games, films and, yes, even the stage. Don't tell me you missed the modern opera, "Stop the Virgens," he did with Karen O? (Yeah, me too.)
Thao and the Get Down Stay Down (4:40 p.m. Sutro): Thao Nguyen is a rock star. That most people still don't recognize her name doesn't really hamper her credentials. Really, it only makes her cooler. Bay Area fans know the score: The local singer is a tremendous talent and the leader of one of the best alt-folk-rock acts on the planet.
Foals (2:50 p.m. Lands End): I'd be lying if I told you that I knew exactly what "math rock" means. It has something to do with complex rhythms, odd time signatures, King Crimson and (who knows) advanced trigonometry. Yet I like it -- and I'm certainly not alone. The British group, which hails from the math-happy city of Oxford, is certainly one of the big buzz bands of the moment in the U.S. Of course, Foals has long been hot stuff in the U.K. -- but, then again, so has Robbie Williams.
The Easy Leaves (12 p.m. Sutro): This Northern California outfit draws equal inspiration from Bob Wills, Smokey Robinson and old-time string-band music. If you still need convincing to catch the Easy Leaves, just cue up the single "Get Down," undoubtedly one of the catchiest slices of Americana rock I've heard in many moons. The band seems better suited for the other big Golden Gate Park music festival -- Hardly Strictly Bluegrass -- but I'm betting that the Easy Leaves will also go over quite well at Outside Lands.
Camper Van Beethoven (1:15 p.m. Sutro): Missed the band during its big homecoming show last month at the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk? You can make up for that when this legendary college-rock act hits Golden Gate Park. The band is still led by superb singer-songwriter David Lowery, who also fronts the equally good (and far more commercially successful) alt-rock act Cracker. Camper Van Beethoven is best known for the all-time-great novelty tune "Take the Skinheads Bowling," but its songbook also includes such divine oddities as "The Day That Lassie Went to the Moon," "ZZ Top Goes to Egypt," "The History of Utah" and "Joe Stalin's Cadillac."
King Tuff (4:25 p.m. Panhandle): He's a lot like the Tasmanian devil from those Bugs Bunny cartoons. He's a whirling, winding cyclone bent on demolishing everything in his path. He's also a monster guitarist, who blends surf, psychedelic and garage rock styles into his own signature sledgehammer sound. He takes no prisoners. But expect a captive audience anyway.
Hall and Oates (4:20 p.m. Lands End): How could I bring this story to an end without recommending Daryl Hall and John Oates? These guys have more classic hits than anyone not named Paul McCartney on the festival bill. You know you're dying to hear such '70s and '80s pop-radio staples as "Rich Girl," "Kiss on My List," "Maneater," "Sara Smile" and (my personal favorite) "She's Gone." Sure, catching this set will probably mean missing some hipster act (probably hailing from Brooklyn). It will be worth it.
Follow Jim Harrington at Twitter.com/jimthecritic, Facebook.com/jim.bayareanews and http://blogs.mercurynews.com/aei/category/concerts.
Outside Lands Music and Arts Festival
When: Noon Friday-Sunday
Where: Golden Gate Park, San Francisco
Tickets: Currently listed as sold out. Go to www.sfoutsidelands.com for more information.


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The Boys have been around, doing what they do, for 27 years. They have done this through major life changes, joy, loss, damage just like any other human beings over such a long time frame and, for 15 of those years, they did it constantly.
Today is my 17th "Phish-iversary" with 40+ (ATTENDED) shows in the bag. I have been blessed by being at many of those, top rated by Phans. Sadly, I have reached a point where it is primarily the technological miracle of "Simulcast" getting me to most shows. Now, for $60, about 1/5 the cost of a single decent Stubhub ticket, I have the opportunity to see not just 1 show, but 4! To top it off, a NO REPEAT New Years Run, with as many friends as I can cram into my living room.
My Review of Last Night? The last two nights? Basically all the shows I've seen? Regardless of personal preferences they are their own entities; one-time-only audio alchemy released to become part of the universe; a very particular brand of alchemy that can only be created by Phish. Still being able to see their magic happen live is a reward I will always be grateful for.
Lastly, to all of you still chasing that particular high: The number of variables (Your Mood, The Band's Mood (Really? God Forbid!), Personal Taste in jamming style/"type", Song Placement, Social Collective, Era - 1.0, 2.0, 3.0, Venue, Audience Energy, Weather, Particular Party Favors - or lack there of...... ETC.) that created it are so astronomical the odds are stacked against you that it will ever happen again...
... So Get A Grip!!
I am rating ph2012/12/29 all 5 stars to help balance an unwarranted injustice.


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'Glee,' Season 4, Episode 11, 'Sadie Hawkins': TV Recap
Welcome back Gleeks! Did you enjoy the winter hiatus? I hope you are keeping warm, especially if you live in the Northeast, where it's approximately 12 degrees outside. This episode features a Sadie Hawkins dance – something my high school did not do. (For those of you who don't know, traditionally a Sadie Hawkins dance means a girl will ask the boy to the dance). Also, Sam thinks the Warblers cheated at Sectionals, we learn more about Blaine pre-New Directions, there's more Rachel/Brody and Kurt meets a cute upperclassman at NYADA. And Lauren Zizes returns! Let's get started.
Sam thinks the Warblers cheated at Sectionals, and even though there's no evidence, he will FIND evidence! Sam's lips (aw, Trouty Mouth!) get all chapped and he asks Blaine to borrow Chapstick, and now Blaine is in love with Sam.
There's a a Student Council meeting! Plot continuity! Blaine is president, Sam is vice president, Tina is secretary and Sugar is treasurer. Tina has the great idea – there's 142 days until prom and since that means all the hot girls and hot guys will be taken, leaving only the nerds hoping to get asked, she proposes a Sadie Hawkins dance (it was the topic of the last meeting of the Too Young to be Bitter Club, whose members include Lauren, Becky, Brittany, Sugar, and a few others I don't recognize). Blaine isn't all for it, but Tina wants to know why the guys always have all the power when it comes to dances. The vote passes, the dance is on.
The guys feel "totally powerless" and are worried that they won't be asked at all. The teachers are busy trying to beat Coach Beiste at arm wrestling…that can't happen. Finn tells her he feels like the Fugees (or refugees) and she suggests that Finn use the Sadie Hawkins dance as a point of inspiration. So this week in Glee Club it's "lady's choice" inspired by the dance, so all the girls will sing to whoever they want to take the dance. Kitty is eyeing up Jake, of course.
Tina goes first and goes with "I Don't Know How to Love Him" – from Jesus Christ Superstar. It's about unrequited love. (In the play, Mary Magdalene sings it [presumably] about Jesus. We see she means Blaine. Does she not remember Blaine was most recently Kurt's boyfriend and before that had a boyfriend who worked at The Gap? There is confusion all around. (But it must be said, Tina sounds great). She asks Blaine to the dance and his response: "I don't know what to say. No, thank you, but no thank you." She's crestfallen. (Side note – ew, they practice in the guys' locker room? That's SERIOUSLY the only open classroom in the entire school? Wait, that's not even a classroom. Are there no classrooms?!).
Brittany introduces herself to and gives her advice on Jake. (Best line: "If it's quiet enough, I can hear you whimpering like a suckling puppy.") Marley says that after Sectionals Jake started acting weird and stopped calling her. Brittany advises her to find her power. So all the girls put on sky blue dresses and sing "Tell Him" (the Exciters). Brittany's voice is never the strongest and it's quite the contrast to Marley's, but the number is fun, and makes a lot more sense in the context of the show than the other 2 songs we've seen so far. At the end Marley asks Jake to the dance and he says yes. (Kitty looks less than pleased). Brittany asks Sam and he (in his Yoda voice) says yes. Ryder looks worried but a cheerleader in a neck brace smiles at him, so maybe nothing to worry about.
Mean Kitty is back. She tells Jake to "dump the bulimic loser and go to the Sadie Hawkins dance" with her. Even though she's friends with Marley, Kitty plans to "gas light her" every chance she gets. "Good luck getting past first base with that girl," Kitty advises, and then says she can offer Jake a lot more and won't be the good Christian girl anymore. "You have needs, are you really sure Marley is up for the job?"
Tina apologizes to Blaine, and asks for one too. She says that was the most humiliating moment that's ever happened to her in Glee Club, and that's saying something. But Tina also reveals that Blaine was bullied at a Sadie Hawkins dance his pre-Dalton school. Blaine says that's not the reason he can't go to the dance with her — he has a crush on someone and doesn't want to go to a dance where everyone will be romantic but him. "It's a guy and he's straight and he doesn't know that I like him." Tina demands Blaine tell — and it's Sam. Blaine is proud that the gay guy can be friends with a straight guy. Blaine and Tina bond over Sam's lips and his impressions. Tina says she'll go to the dance with Blaine as best friends and have the most fun night ever!
Speaking of Sam, he's not letting go of his belief that the Warblers cheated. He thinks Hunter Clarington did HGH (Human Growth Hormone) because his head is so much thicker now. (He cites Cedric the Entertainer and Kirstie Alley and Mark McGuire as examples).
Jake goes to Puck for advice. Puck says "as long as you're getting on base you're in a position to score." Jake says he's not even getting on base (with Marley) and Kitty invited him to the Home Run Derby. Puck says he's the hitting coach and he's waving Puck off Kitty. "It's sure to ruin your life." Puck has had every flavor of Cheerio you can have and it didn't mean anything, and Jake has to resist the Jesus-loving little devil. "Don't worry little brother from a different colored mother."
Puck tells Kitty to stay away from Jake. "He's not interested in your stinky meow-mix." "Didn't you graduate, barely?" Kitty asks snarkily. "Don't you have to spell to be a writer?" after which Puck spells alone incorrectly. Ah Puck. Kitty tells Puck that she doesn't like Jake, she's just a mean hot b—- who likes to get what she wants. So she can't go to the dance alone, she asks Puck to go. "It's depressing you hang around school but you're just hot enough to pull it off." Vintage Puckerman is better…Puck says since it's Sadie Hawkins, Kitty has to pay for everything, and if she wants to "get all up in this, I expect to be fed." Ugh. *Eye roll*
The dance is a winter wonderland, since Sadie Hawkins dances are sometimes called "Snowballs." It looks pretty good. The dance starts off with The boys (Artie, Blaine, Ryder, Sam and Joe) singing "No Scrubs" (TLC). Ha. I like it. Everyone is dancing. All the guys have the chance for a little solo — these are my favorite numbers.
Jake tells Marley that she's awesome and Marley tells Jake that she really likes him, but she's worried about being hurt. "You're safe with me, how can I convince you?" he asks. Marley says she needs him to be with only her and to take things slow. "If you can agree to that, I think we can have the best time, but if not, I'm sorry, I just can't." I like how she's upfront and honest about what she wants. She's not leading him on or promising anything she isn't ready to give. I like strong Marley!
There's a group of single ladies sitting in the bleachers, including Lauren and Sugar. Coach Beiste (who rode a buffalo at the state fair) tells them to not be wallflowers. "Life isn't about waiting to be asked…get out there and get what's yours. The worst they can say is no." To a teenager No is the worst, only in hindsight does one realize No isn't the end of the world. Well, Lauren and Sugar go out there together to claim what's theirs………
At the same time, this is happening in NYC:
Kurt breaks the hierarchy at NYADA down for us. The stage-combat majors are the jocks, the classical acting majors are the nerds, the ballet dancers are the mean girls and once again he's at the bottom. Kurt is disappointed that Rachel is always with Brody so he looks into extracurriculars and finds "Adam's Apples." That's a show choir, in case you were wondering.
Things are going well with Brody and Rachel, he even stayed over! "Scandalized!" Kurt says. Rachel really likes Brody and is tired of second guessing herself. She advises Kurt against joining this Adam's Apples show choir because show choir is the lowest of the low, it's beneath stage managers and carpenters. "It's social and career suicide!" "We're not at McKinley any more," she advises. If Kurt joins this show choir, he's going to be doomed to a life of being a dancing tea pot at Disney Land! Gasp!
Kurt ponders this decision. He ponders this more than he pondered moving to New York, I think. Then we meet the infamous Adam, founder (and senior) of the show choir. Adam is played by Oliver Kieran-Jones and has an adorable British accent. Adam tells Kurt that his winter showcase was "breath-taking." "We need you, we want you," Adam tells Kurt, and invites him to hear the group sing. They…sing "Baby Got Back" (Sir Mix-a-Lot). This is quite a group. Everyone is different. While I cannot say I like the group's rendition of this song (it's almost like a slow-dance-type-jingle-thing), I enjoy the concept of the group. I do hope that if Kurt joins the group, this doesn't come between Kurt and Rachel.
Rachel is still all up Brody's butt and wants Kurt to find a new bf fast so the 4 of them can go on double dates. Kurt thinks there might be something with Adam — after all, Adam compliments his plié — but he doesn't want to jinx it. Rachel tells Kurt he's a catch and it's time for him to put himself out there. Kurt should ask this guy out! It will be worth the risk! There's nothing like being in love in New York. Love, already? Kurt questions. Rachel says this isn't like high school (ok, yeah we get it, this isn't high school. Enough references.) and things move fast in the city. "Says the girl who almost got married before graduation," Kurt shouts after her. Ha. Can't live that one down, New-Rachel.
…As Lauren and Sugar take Coach Beiste's advice and go out on the dance floor to ask guys to dance, we cut to New York, where Adam asks Kurt some mashup…And they all seize their chances.
Lauren asks Joe to dance. Sugar asks Artie to dance (aw!) and Kurt asks Adam to get a drink or a coffee sometime. Adam gives Kurt his number. YAY.
At the dance, Tina and Blaine are having a great time. Blaine tells Tina that her new attitude is empowering (I like Happy Tina better than sullen/jealous Tina). Tina, of course, loves everything about Blaine. Then, they almost kiss? Maybe? But things are interrupted by Sam, who apparently has a break in the case! "This is bigger than all of us," Blaine tells Tina as he follows HIS crush out of the gym. Tina's all sad again.
Brittany reminds everyone not to eat the snowflakes, because they are fake. Then the girls break into "Locked Out of Heaven" (Bruno Mars). Marley and Unique take the lead. This is better than their previous pairing earlier this season, they compliment each other this time and this is such a fun song. I'm not sure which song I like better – Scrubs or Locked Out of Heaven. What do you think?
Out on the dance floor, Puck and Kitty are actually getting along. (BTW, Kitty looks beautiful with her hair down). And Kitty read Puck's screenplay! (Although she advises him to use spell check). It's about the pool boy at the White House and he is the only one who can save the president from aliens. Kitty is actually really nice in this scene, telling Puck he has promise and can be a screen writer. She then invites him to her car so they can have at each other in the backseat. Puck wants it to be quick so he can have Sonic Burger afterwards, and that closes in an hour. EW, AGAIN.
Sam and Blaine show their proof to Finn, but Finn says he's already looked into it and it's a weight-training program that the Warblers stole from Vocal Adrenaline. Sam tells Finn that the average male gains up to 2 lbs of muscle a month. And that's without cheating. They also have a video of one of the Warblers displaying "roid-rage." Blaine pulls out the rule book (I thought only Sue had a copy of that thing) and points out that any team caught using performance-enhancing drugs — including Four Loko — will have to forfeit. And then Glee Club would get the spot. "BLAM!" Finn is reluctant, but there isn't enough real proof to go after a well-respected rival glee club. Until Blaine brings out Trenton. Blaine and Trenton joined the Warblers together, it was a band of brothers. But after Blaine left, Sebastian and Hunter chipped away at everything that was good and special about the group. Winning was everything, you took the shots or you didn't perform. But Trenton couldn't handle it; his hormones couldn't handle heroic doses of testosterone. He doesn't want to betray the Warblers — but Blaine says that Trenton isn't the one who betrayed them, Hunter is. Trenton is just saving them. (That's what they said about Brutus). Trenton says he doesn't want to go public because it will ruin the Warblers' reputation. Finn, Blaine and Sam encourage Trenton to testify against the Warblers.
In Bushwick, Brody knocks on Rachel's door, albeit 45 minutes late. Rachel is MAD. Normally she would have just smiled and reheated Brody's turkey burger up for him, but she's tired of taking of whatever scraps she can get in her personal life. Brody apologizes and says the train was late. "You should have left earlier," Rachel counters. Brody says Rachel is right and gives some (in my opinion, lame) apology about waiting all night on a freezing train platform if it meant he could see Rachel. (I still don't like Brody. I think he's shady). Well, anyway, they wind up dancing as Ryder, Finn, Artie and Joe sing "I Only Have Eyes for You" (Flamingos). Ryder sounds great! And the Cheerio in the neck brace smiles at him. Meanwhile, Jake agrees to Marley's request, he doesn't want to be with anyone else but her! Yay!
Blaine rushes back in, tells Tina he may have just saved the Glee Club, and asks Tina to slow dance. (He looks so Mad Men in his tux! Love it!). Although he eyes up Sam as he does.
Oh, Brody promises to never be late again. He'll get an apartment in Bushwick. Rachel counters: "Why don't you just move in?"
At the meeting of Too Young to Be Bitter, everyone is thankful for the dance. Everyone had great success! (although Tina calls Blaine the love her life, which kind of saddens me).
Next week Marley and Jake kiss, Brittany gets a near-perfect SAT score — what?– Santana goes to NYC and tells Rachel not to do a nude scene, and apparently Sue will do a centerfold? Stay tuned.


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Drs. Hertzberg,
Your fears should be alleviated. Mitt Romney now cannot sign a bill overturning Roe v. Wade. I, however, was never fearful of that, for I know that a bill cannot overturn a Supreme Court decision. Roe v Wade, by the way, has not "been federal law for 50 years." It is a Supreme Court decision that established legal precedent for our current abortion policy. If the Supreme Court ever did overturn Roe v Wade, Congress would then have to put forth a bill for our president to sign. I'm surprised, given your respective educations, that you didn't know that. I learned it in high school civics class. But then, I'm just a hack.
Nick Williams, Breckenridge


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Rapha is proud to announce that the Rapha Cycle Club Sydney is now open.
Serving the finest espresso and showing racing from the world's greatest races on three large screen TVs, the Rapha Cycle Club Sydney is the ideal meeting place for road riders and a luxury start or finish to any ride.
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CCSYD Events and Race Screenings
All major road racing is screened within the Cycle Club throughout the racing calendar. On occasions screened live, but in most cases the full coverage is recorded and aired first thing the following morning. The perfect compliment to your coffee post your morning ride. Further screenings and highlights are aired for lunchtime and in the evenings from 6pm.
For key races and stages we will host late night screenings to capture the live racing. These have been extremely popular and will be on a first come first serve basis. Details of these nights will be broadcast prior to any event.
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Riding is central to the Cycle Club experience. We are lucky in Sydney to have some of the most spectacular rides and scenery right on our doorstep. We have a number of Club Rides which leave the Cycle Club every week, with routes that change regularly so you can experience the best that Sydney has to offer.
The location of the Cycle Club is a convenient place to meet, and in most cases half way between work and home. If you are on one of our rides and would like to leave a bag with us then please speak to one of our staff.
If you would like to join any of our rides for the first time, then we recommend calling by or telephoning us to discuss further so we can be sure to place you in the correct ride/ group for your safety and enjoyment.
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Wednesday Morning ride
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Meet at the Cycle Club from 5:45am for a quick espresso; then roll at 6:00am sharp. As well as Cycle Club Staff we have a number of experienced ride leaders to help to oversee the rides. Riders return to the Cycle Club for about 7:00-7:15 for Coffee and breakfast.
To help you decide which bunch to roll with here is a quick guide:
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- Mystery Ride – This is a fast pace ride with some unexpectedtwists and turns. Averaging 26-30km/h as a guide.
If you are unsure of which ride to join then please speak to our Cycle Club Staff or Ride Leaders, or call us to discuss further.
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Grow big building fun with My First Garden!
It's a sunny day in the countryside, perfect for growing lots of building fun in My First Garden. While the goat and pony graze in the fields, the boy tends to his vegetables. Pick the ripe apples! Tend the garden with the pitchfork but be sure to build the fence to keep the hungry goat and pony away from the fruit! Includes boy LEGO® DUPLO® figure.
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"Captain America" is not hanging it up -- despite what the actor who plays him Chris Evans has told two publications.
Evans stamped out rumors of his impending retirement from acting during a visit to "Good Morning America" on Wednesday. Evans started the rumors recently when he told Glamour he planned to "take a break from acting" after his contractual obligations with Marvel were done. Then he told Variety, "If I'm acting at all, it's going to be under a Marvel contract, or I'm going to be directing. I can't see myself pursuing acting strictly outside of what I'm contractually obligated to do."
Sounds pretty cut and dry -- the six-picture Marvel contract wraps in 2017 with "The Avengers 3" and Evans would be done as an actor.
But wait.
"You say one thing in an interview. I said I directed last year and I really responded to it, I really enjoyed it and I'd love to focus a little more on that," Evans said on "Good Morning America." "Then (I'm) retiring, hanging up the shoes, I guess. By no means am I planning on retiring. It's kind of a silly statement."


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Library will hold annual Holiday Open House
Local charity to give away children's books collected after tornado
Published: Saturday, December 8, 2012 at 3:30 a.m.
Last Modified: Friday, December 7, 2012 at 10:07 p.m.
TUSCALOOSA | The Tuscaloosa Public Library will have plenty of kid-friendly activities Sunday during its second annual Holiday Open House.
"We want to say thank you to our regular patrons and put out a welcome mat to those who may not be familiar with us," said Vince Bellofatto, director of communications and public relations for the Tuscaloosa Public Library.
Bellofatto said there will be treats and crafts for the kids, movies and more.
A craft workshop in the children's department will include the opportunity to make an accordion Santa, a gingerbread family, a mouse pencil for writing letters to Santa and a Santa snail ornament.
Read Bama Read will be giving away children's books from 2-3 p.m.
"We have a huge number of books that we collected after the tornado," said Dana Duckworth, who helped found Read Bama Read along with Donna Benjamin.
Read Bama Read's mission is to raise money for new books to help school libraries in Tuscaloosa that were affected by the April 27 tornadoes.
The group, which has partnered with the Literacy Council of West Alabama, has raised $54,000 toward the $150,000 goal. Donations will be accepted, but Duckworth said that the book giveaway is free.
"This is an opportunity for some children to expand their reading library at home," Duckworth said.
Each child will be able to select one book as long as supplies last.
Duckworth is also an assistant coach with the UA gymnastics team and will bring some of her gymnasts with her.
"They will visit with the kids and help with crafts," she said.
At 3 p.m. Sunday, author Donald Staffo will be at the library signing copies of his book, "I Love Alabama/I Hate Auburn." Staffo is a professor and department chair emeritus in health and physical education at Stillman College.
The Holiday Open House event will begin three days of the "Can Your Fines" program. The program helps library patrons reduce overdue book fines while collecting food for Temporary Emergency Services.
The offer applies to existing overdue library fines and does not include lost or damaged item charges.
Library officials ask that you do not bring damaged or expired canned food.
Last year's food drive was a success, with more than 600 pounds of food collected for Temporary Emergency Services.
"We hope to raise more than that this year," Bellofatto said.
All branches of the library are participating in "Can Your Fines," but the main branch is the only one open on Sunday.
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Police blotter: Officers investigate break-in at Spartanburg law office
Published: Wednesday, November 14, 2012 at 7:52 p.m.
Last Modified: Wednesday, November 14, 2012 at 7:52 p.m.
Spartanburg Public Safety Department
Police responded to a break-in at a law office on Monday night, according to an incident report.
A cleaning crew discovered a broken window at Lister, Flynn and Kelly attorneys, at 421 Marion Ave., about 10:30 p.m. Tuesday and reported it to the business manager, who called police, the report states.
Police found a rock outside a bathroom window at the back of the business that appeared to have been used to break the window.
The report states that multiple rooms had been rummaged through, with drawers and file cabinets opened. One of the attorneys told officers that his Dell laptop computer had been taken from his desk. A camera containing photos of evidence, three checkbooks and a car key fob were also missing, according to the report.
No arrests have been made.
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A few notes before we start. You may ask why I fried the turkey bacon in olive oil. Turkey bacon gives off great smoky flavor but renders very little fat, so by frying the turkey bacon in olive oil, I not only acquired the smokey flavor I was going for, I was also able to use the leftover olive oil to saute the onions, apples and garlic. Smart cookie, I yam.
Apple Bean Bake
4 slices turkey bacon, diced
2 TBSP olive oil
1 onion, diced
1 clove garlic, minced
2 tart apples, peeled, diced (about 4 cups)
salt and pepper
dash of crushed red pepper flakes
2 tsp cumin
1/2 tsp oregano
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1 TBSP tomato paste
1-2 tsp chipotle in adobo sauce (I puree mine in the food processor)
1/4 cup brown sugar Splenda (or 1/2 cup regular brown sugar)
1 tsp Worchestershire sauce
2 (15 oz) cans Great Northern Beans, drained and rinsed
In skillet, heat olive oil and add diced bacon. Fry until crisp. Remove bacon with slotted spoon to a paper towel. Set aside.
To the skillet, add the onions, apples and garlic. Season with salt, pepper, crushed red pepper flakes, cumin, cinnamon and oregano. Saute until onions and apples have softened, 7-8 minutes. Stir in tomato paste, brown sugar and worchestershire sauce. Combine well and saute for another minute or two and then add in the drained beans and reserved bacon. Save a tablespoon or so of the bacon for garnish, if desired.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray casserole dish with cooking spray. Pour mixture into casserole dish. Place dish in preheated oven and bake for 30-40 minutes or until bubbly. Remove from oven and allow to cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.


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More than one-third of the violent crimes in Ohio are being committed by repeat offenders. That suggests strongly the state should be doing more to safeguard people from criminals who have chosen careers not just of breaking the law but of thuggery.
Last year, state Attorney General Mike DeWine, concerned about crime involving guns, formed a panel of law enforcement officials to investigate the situation. They found that of those convicted of violent crimes in the Buckeye State, more than one-third were recidivists.
DeWine now wants to work with legislators to enact laws requiring stiffer sentences for those arrested for gun crimes after having previously served time for felonies.
Hardcore repeat offenders should be locked up longer simply to protect the public from them, the attorney general believes.
DeWine is not the only person concerned about whether dangerous criminals are being treated too leniently. Some judges worry they don't have enough authority to deal appropriately with first offenders, either.
A local case illustrates their concern. A judge complained recently that current law did not allow her to impose adequate punishment on a 24-year-old man who had sexually molested a 14-year-old boy. He was sent to jail for just 90 days, with another 90 days in a treatment center.
Sentencing laws many Ohioans - including, again, a substantial number of judges - worry about were implemented in part to reduce overcrowding in state prisons. The corrections facilities were designed to hold about 39,000 inmates but, at last count, housed about 49,500.
Prison overcrowding indeed is a problem that must be addressed in many states, not just Ohio. Sometimes that means reducing the lengths of time those guilty of certain crimes spend behind bars, in comparison to sentences imposed formerly.
But in Ohio, it appears better priorities need to be set. Repeat offenders caught using guns to commit new crimes clearly need to be kept off the streets. Many sex offenders fall into the same category.
Legislators should take another look at sentencing laws, bearing in mind the primary purpose of sending wrongdoers to prison is to protect Ohioans.


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BMW Reveals 3 Series Gran Turismo (Slideshow)
German luxury-car maker BMW AG revealed a new configuration of its 3 Series car called the Gran Turismo. The stretched four-door fastback is slated to go on sale in the U.S., in 328i and 335i versions, this summer as a 2014 model.
The coming car is a departure from other 3 Series models in that it has a larger, more luxurious interior. It is 7.9 inches longer than the 3 Series station wagon and has a wheelbase that is 4.3 inches longer.
The 328i will be powered by a turbocharged 2.0-liter, four-cylinder engine that generates up to 240 horsepower. The 335i comes with a 3.0-liter six-cylinder engine that puts out 300 horsepower.
The 3 Series Gran Turismo follows the appearance a few years ago of a similar model in the company's larger 5 Series lineup.