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Kenmore 26.7 cu. ft. French DoorBottom-Freezer Refrigerator - White
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Kenmore — trusted in the homes of more than 100 million Americans. The Kenmore 7031 French door refrigerator has a spacious 26.7 cu. ft. of storage capacity, including a full-width gourmet pantry drawer that conveniently stores deli items, large party platters and sheet cakes. The Kenmore 7031 French door refrigerator in white has best-in-class ice and water filtration for clean, fresh-tasting ice and water. Smooth-touch controls with brilliant LED make it easy to see refrigerator and freezer settings at a glance.
- Easily organize your items in the Kenmore 70312 French door refrigerator with a spacious 26.7 cubic of overall storage capacity
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- A convenient place for deli items, the full-width gourmet pantry drawer can also store party platters and sheet cakes
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Tobias Picker's Therese RaquinTherese Raquin is Tobias Picker's 2001 two-act opera to a libretto by Gene Scheer based on the novel by Emile Zola. Picker's operas include Emmeline ('96) and The Fantastic Mr. Fox ('98). A cast including QED's Anna Singer performs with an 18-piece orchestra and video by Joe Seamans.09/13/2013 - 09/21/201309/13 - 8:00 pm09/15 - 8:00 pm09/17 - 8:00 pm09/19 - 8:00 pm09/21 - 8:00 pmLocation: CAPA Theater, 111 9th St., Pittsburgh, PAwebsite
Conductors FestivalJeffery Meyer (St. Petersburg Chamber Philharmonic) and Walter Morales (Edgewood Symphony Orchestra) lead a field of visiting conductors including JJ Pierce, Jacob Kallman, and Daniel Curtis in four premieres by Pittsburgh composers.09/13/2013Time: 7:30pmLocation: PNC Recital Hall, Duquesne University, Pittsburgh, PAwebsite
Symphony EastSymphony East, which raises funds to support the Pittsburgh Symphony, holds a meeting and performance featuring a quintet from the River City Brass.09/13/2013Time: 1:00 pmLocation: Redstone Highlands, 4951 Cline Hollow Rd, Murrysville, PA
Such Morning SongsFor its 40th anniversary, the Pittsburgh Camerata pays tribute to founding Artistic Director Arthur Wenk with works by Guillame Dufay, Tomas Luis de Victoria, Paul Hindemith, Maurice Ravel and "Jesu Meine Freude" by J.S. Bach.09/14/2013 - 09/21/201309/14 - 8:00 pm09/20 - 8:00 pm09/21 - 8:00 pmLocation: 3 locationswebsite
Hugo Wolf's Italian SongbookDirector and pianist Benjamin Binder, soprano Sari Gruber and baritone Daniel Teadt perform Hugo Wolf's Italian Songbook, one of the crowning jewels of the art song repertoire. Composed during the 1890s in the artistic and sexual hotbed of fin-de-siecle Vienna, these 46 tiny yet exquisite songs explore the pleasures, perils, and pitfalls of love from every possible angle – the war between the sexes never sounded so good.09/14/2013Time: 7:30 pmPappert School of Music, Duquesne University, Pittsburgh, PA Pittsburgh, PAwebsite | map
PB&J Session: Five Flavors of FolkChatham Baroque's wildly popular Peanut Butter & Jam Sessions are designed especially for preschool children and their accompanying adults. Based on a model developed by the Linton Chamber Music Series in Cincinnati, PB&J is hosted by certified Kindermusik teacher Lynda Wingerd, and encourage young children to become active and enthusiastic listeners through music, dance and games. Chatham Baroque performs live, often with guest artists.09/14/201309/14 - 10:00 am09/14 - 11:30 amLocation: McClintic Hall, Calvary Episcopal Church, 315 Shady Ave, Pittsburgh, PAwebsite
Poptastic! The Art of Burton MorrisThis first major retrospective of Burton Morris' work will feature nearly 50 items including early art and drawings from Morris' Pittsburgh childhood, signature painted works, product lines such as his Pittsburgh ties, sculptural work, and interactive works of art developed in conjunction with the Entertainment Technology Center at CMU. Carnegie Mellon-trained Morris was inspired by comic strips and magazines as a child, and later by artists Andy Warhol, Roy Lichtenstein, Tom Wesselmann, and Red Grooms.09/15/2013 - 02/23/2014Heinz History Center, 1212 Smallman St., Pittsburgh, PAwebsite | map
From Franz Schubert to Reza ValiCyrus Forough, violin; Michael Lipman, cello; and Sung-Im Kim, piano, perform Vali's Calligraphy #5 for Solo Violin, Three Romantic Songs (Hommage a J.B.), and Khoiasteh (Calligraphy #10), and Schubert's Piano Trio #1 in B-flat Major "Military" Op. 99, D. 898.09/19/2013Time: 7:00 pmLaughlin Music Center, Chatham University, Pittsburgh, PAwebsite | map
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The Washington, D.C., institution brought a live-Tweeter into the lab on Monday to document the artificial insemination of its female giant panda, Mei Xiang, who began her breeding period over the weekend.
Mei Xiang, 13, received her first artificial insemination on Sunday, but Monday's procedure got the play-by-play online. She is being inseminated with the preserved (frozen, then thawed) sperm collected from panda Tian Tian in 2005, which the zoo described as "'vintage' sperm" in a Tweet sent at 4:50 p.m. Monday.
Other gems from the zoo's feed? The sperm "had good mobility (lots of swimming)," and doctors are using a "total of 1.5 mL of sperm, or up to 800 million motile sperm in the sample!"
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With influences like that is it any wonder the New York Times described his work as "Pop Sensibilities, Along With Some Quirky Flair"? We've checked out the videos on their website and they certainly look fun and quirky.
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pocket briefcase..YES
I just got my pocket Briefcase with pen. I love it. I need pen and paper witjh me at all times to jot things down , and get thoughts out of my head and...Read complete review
I just got my pocket Briefcase with pen. I love it. I need pen and paper witjh me at all times to jot things down , and get thoughts out of my head and on to paper..This is the answer. It fits in my pocket nicely, The cards will stay in, if you put more than one in the holderThere is enough room for other cards, and business cards. The only issue i have is that the pens skips the first time you write with it, but I like the pen.If your a geek like me and have thouths, and voices in your head giving you ideas, then you will need this product. It looks good I got the tan one, not the black one. Yep..get this.....
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Almost perfect...
I have 2 complaints. 1 - switching the note cards in and out is not as easy as it could be (design suggestion below). 2 - I love that the pen is small...Read complete review
I have 2 complaints. 1 - switching the note cards in and out is not as easy as it could be (design suggestion below). 2 - I love that the pen is small and fits, I do not like how it writes.As to switching the cards, There's a pocket right behind the card holder to store more cards. If the front had a window cut out, then I could just easily slide cards into the slot where the backups go today. It's not the end of the world to fit in the top, then the bottom to swap cards, it could be a lot easier. I think I may just cut into mine to make it work this way.As to the pen, I prefer pens with more "scatch", like a really thin sharpie. This pad is on the go and it's not ideal to have to push hard to write. I find that I use a different pen often.Aside from that, I love the professional look and feel and the ability to carry this with me. For that, I would recommend this pocket briefcase.
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compact problem solver
By DdA5
from Los Angeles, CA
This is an ideal organizer,especially for a very busy person. It fits easily in pocket or purse, allows you to make lists or notes, has a magnifying sheet and a pen handy at all times. It is perfect for listing all the "to do" things for the day and checking them off as accomplished, and for making sure you don't forget to buy particular items or run particular errands. Good for the busy working person on the run and for reducing the forgetful senior moments for the retired.
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Great for quick notes!
By SuppliesLover
from Bolivar, PA
I'm very much a lover of note cards…I probably use them a bit too much. I've had this for years and have used it as a tool to carry around notes, receipts, and blank note cards in my blazer pockets. The pen is great and if you set it down, it doesn't roll all over the place. There are enough pockets in it to keep blanks away from used cards, and it'll carry enough to get you through the day. I've just ordered a circa portable punch so that I can finally use my notecards with my circa notebooks…including my new SmartPlanner. Should be a great combination!
Serves its purpose well
By dalia
from Undisclosed
I purchased this as a gift for my husband who has used these little briefcases off and on for years. He is pleased, as always, and says it is a useful tool for his work.
Always have it with me!
By Malia
from Annapolis, MD
This is my 3rd one. Lost the last one. I'm glad that it comes in red now. I use it everyday to keep track of various 3x5 cards and it fits easily into any handbag. I don't need the expensive pen. Lots of other pens and pencils fit just fine. I wish could purchase without the pen (would costs less). I wish they would bring back the colored 3x5 cards as well as the travel and medical information cards.. That helped me with sorting and ease of identifying various categories of notes. Everyone I have given one to has loved it (much better than the International pocket).
By ChaseR
from Memphis, TN
I am pleased with this little card wallet. I'm able to keep up to15 business cards, debit card, insurance card, library card and shoppers discount cards in this little card wallet. I love the tiny pen that comes with with a pen sleeve in the leather.
Excellent tool
By Palmer
from Colorado Springs, CO
I am surprised at the negative reviews. I have had mine for several years and am about to order another one. I don't find the pen functions poorly, and I don't have trouble with it falling out.I have had several pocket briefcases over the years and love them all. I really like having a pen in the briefcase, and I like the feel of this pen. I am very happy with it and am going to buy another so I can keep it in my winter coat pocket so I always have one available.
Pen keeps falling out.
By simplyput
Because I have yet to find anything comparable I am on my third pocket briefcase but my 5th pen. They have a tendency to come loose and without a clip they fall out. Wish they would add a small clip to secure it better to the case.
good not great
By Starr
from Delray Beach, Fl
I love Levenger products & have been a loyal customer for years. I was excited when I came upon this product because I owned the original pocket briefcase and absolutely loved it (still do) but having to find a place for my pen wasn't always easy. This combo is great in theory but 2 things: a) the pad isn't nearly as firm as the original so the writing surface isn't nearly as sturdy. Not the end of the world - and understandable due to the need to include a pen - but a stronger backing would be nice, and; b) the pen is lousy. It skips & blotches way too much to make it useful. However, I did find a very good replacement - get a T-ball jotter from Parker - fits nicely and they always work like a champ.
Merchant response: Thank you for your review. I am sorry that the Pen Pocket Briefcase did not work out for your needs. I will send you a personal email on how we can take care of this for you. I will also for ward you comments on to our Product Development & Design Team.
By jenneking
from Overland Park, KS
Merchant response: Thank you for your review. Unfortunately I am unable to locate your information to send you a personal email. If you could please contact me at 800-544-0880 I will gladly assist you with this issue.
Best Gift!
By tmarcarian
Have purchased this twice (my step-father lost one) he liked it so much! Great quality, functional, something he uses everyday. The embossed monogram adds a personal touch.
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Electronics Upgrade Photos and Thwarted Thefts
We posted a quick, photo update of our behind-the-scenes development of the Aviator and Afterburner Bike Lights. Enjoy!
Slava, Tivan, and "Doc"
Ask Us Anything: Reddit AMA tomorrow, $150K Stretch Goal Passed
Bike Heroes:
If you didn't pre-order invincible bike lights yet, you have 39 hours left on Kickstarter.
1. $158K and 40 hours left. You helped us blow past the... Read more
We are not Steve Jobs
STATUS:6 days left and we're rapidly approaching $150K! This will mean an upgraded clamping mechanism. $180K = battery indicator upgrade. $200K = Bicycle Tramp Stamps for Tivan/Slava. Yuck. If... Read more
[PHOTOS] New-released design updates, Upgrades for all, Tattoo Tramp Stamp Stretch goals
Dearly Beloved,
Madness. $136K! THANK YOU! If you haven't bought the Afterburner/Aviator yet, you have about a week to check it out.
1. Stretch Goals:Thanks to you, we broke... Read more
Thanks to you, we hit our goal in 15 hours (and climbing
We hit our $24K funding goal in 15 hours and at the time I'm writing this, we're at $33K and 290 backers. Amazing! Thank you.
We also got great press from... Read more
Afterburner (and Surprise Product) are Live!
And away we go! ($1000 in 12 min!?)
Famous Filmmaker, "great video. really great".
Thursday, 11am EST, the Afterburner lifts off.
We've been designing, redesigning, prototyping, iterating, iterating, iterating, iterating, iterating, iterating, iterating, iterating.
You helped us each step of the way."What type... Read more
[PHOTO] Afterburner / Slava was stopped by a cop riding a 7 year old girl's bike
Summer Cyclists,
We are filming the Kickstarter Afteburner project and it's hilarious. I can't reveal too much but suffice it to say a Cambridge cop pulled me over while I... Read more
Bike Entrepreneurs Decisions: Outsource versus In-House?
Urban Cycling Sentinels,
900 of you have received Defenders, 800 more are in our warehouse in Connecticut and being shipped daily to customers. Check out our latest shipping update.
Slava's... Read more
When will I get my light? What do factories look like? [VIDEOS]
Beloved Bike Warriors,
So much to tell. We value your time, which is why we keep these concise and to-the-point:
Brad is a Manufacturing Machine: He spent the last two... Read more
Defenders are in the Building, Precision Assembly Photos
Defenders Have Entered The Building!
The first 140 Defenders just showed up to our warehouse in Connecticut. Photos are coming. In the meantime, check out our beautiful photos from the... Read more
It Has Begun! Bike Lights in Production
Beloved Backers,
The massive gears of the industrialization have started churning, and they're creating beautiful Defender Bike Lights. Hundreds will be built this week, thousands this month. Our website is... Read more
Gotham and Goliath: Mass Production Update and Packing Photos
This update is a quick one as Slava and Brad are overseas managing the production. Please see our latest update and photos of our product packaging: http://blog.bikegotham.com/2012/08/26/gotham-and-the-goliath-mass-production-and-shipping-update/
Slava &... Read more
T-Shirt Caption Contest, Lessons on life-saving from Steve Jobs, Design Improvements
[Shipping update: aiming for Aug. 30th 2012. Read more below.]
"You've got to make it faster!" Steve Jobs said to Larry Kenyon, his top OS Engineer. Jobs was... Read more
New Factory Samples, Schedule Update, Biking in the Philippines
Good quality isn't good enough
The Defender must be (almost) perfect.It must be easy to install and withstand years of urban biking torture. We're still trading design refinements with... Read more
First Factory Parts Arrived [VIDEO UPDATE]
So much to tell. Where to begin?
Brad is Quality Assuring Like A Maniac. The video below will give you a view into our QA process. The good news is... Read more
Factory photos, production and team updates [PHOTOS]
What do you want to hear first, the good news, or the great news?
Ok, we'll start with the great news. Production is rocking and the quality is superb! Our... Read more
Photo of the first Defender [FACTORY PREVIEW] and shipping update
We just got this preview from the factory...And it's lovely!This is the first part "off-tool". The factory made a "die" for aluminum die casting (a die = a mold).... Read more
Rear bike light and Production Update [PHOTOS]
So much to tell. Here we go!
What should our rear bike light look light?
We partnered with GOOD to create a rear bike light that is a "Product of... Read more
Rear Light Announcement + Production Update
Dearly Beloved,
Tail Light! We partnered with GOOD.is to create a tail light! We call this project the Product of the People: You'll have input on everything: mounting, design,... Read more
Let's get this production party started
It's been an amazing week. Slava had a double-rainbow meltdown as the support surged in the final days. We'd like to reiterate our immense gratitude from our Project Update... Read more
Gotham Tail Light Announcement + Final Count Down
As the great singer/songwriter, Natalie Merchant, once said:
Oh, I want to thank you, thank you. Thank you, thank you. Thank you, thank you. Thank you, thank you. Thank you,... Read more
1000 backers calls for celebration. Please join us.
Last night we broke 1000 Kickstarter Backers! Thank you so much for supporting and sharing. It means a lot to us. We don't know what to do with ourselves so... Read more
Manufacturing Update + Greatest Biking Innovation Since The Wheel
Manufacturing: We are finalizing our agreement with the factory and starting to work on tooling. Once tooling is built, we'll start cranking out Defenders. It's a tricky process and more... Read more
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Did you know it's illegal to invest $100 in a startup?
As Tim Rowe, director of the Cambridge Innovation Center wrote in a Huffington Post article, "Ordinary individuals [can't] invest... Read more
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We thought we'd take you behind the scenes and into Gotham Laboratories. Working with the factory, we had to provide very detailed schematics. Brad and Slava both submitted... Read more


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INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. - I was in St. Louis all last week on business and so couldn't attend the IVGID Board meeting that was on Wednesday, so I made a point of talking with some of the 60 or so people who did make it. I was surprised at the number of times that words like "disarray," "chaotic" and "silly" came up in accounts of the meeting.
Then I read the recap of the meeting in last week's Bonanza, and I started to understand.
In what universe does filling the job of general manager with an amateur, locally focused search make sense? IVGID has a budget of more than $35 million and more than 550 full and part time positions on its staff (both according to the 2012-13 Budget Book). These 550 people range from seasonal life guards and ski instructors to highly skilled craftspeople, engineers and professionals.
Despite unfounded allegations to the contrary, the IVGID staff are top notch at what they do - that's why we've had great people recruited away by Reno, Truckee, Washoe County and others. It takes a top general manager to lead top people. A weak leader will see the best people leave and the worst rise to new levels of mediocrity. We have been fortunate to have had such an general manager for 11 years, and unfortunate in his decision to retire.
The general manager manages the entire operation under policy set by the board. The skill set of a GM or CEO from one industry to another is not interchangeable. It takes a very different CEO to lead a retail chain than it does to lead a worldwide nonprofit, and than it does to lead a hotel chain, a financial institution, or a high-tech firm. Most times when a CEO was hired under the misguided notion that a good executive can lead anything, the results have not been good - think of Carly Fiorina and John Sculley, to cite two well-known examples.
I've had the opportunity to work with a number of firms in a variety of industries that went through CEO successions. In almost every case, internal candidates were considered, and in absolutely every case an expert search firm was employed from the writing of the job description and qualifications through hiring. There is a profession called Public Administration. Its "fundamental goal ... is to advance management and policies so that government can function." (Handbook of Public Administration).
Colleges and universities offer undergraduate and graduate degrees in Public Administration. Why? Because it is a professional discipline, and any professional discipline starts with study and is advanced through experience. Translating policy into execution and services for a municipality of 9,000 residents with a budget and staff like ours is not a job for even a very talented amateur, and we can't afford to have someone learn on the job.
This is not a comment on the three people who were mentioned in the Bonanza story - I know and have worked with Claudia Andersen, Mike Brown and Lynn Gillette and hold them in the highest esteem, and knowing the Hyatt organization's standards, I have no doubt that Fred Findlen is very good at what he does. There are two problems with all these good folks: First, they have jobs to which they are dedicated, and second, they are not trained or experienced in public administration.
There is a rumor going around that the fix is in on the whole GM search, that the job description will be tailored toward a particular individual and the "search" will be a sham. I pray this is not true - if it turns out to be true, we are headed for a level of cronyism and incompetence in the governance of IVGID that has not been seen in my 17 years here and probably not ever.
The job description will be the board's first opportunity to dispel this rumor - if it calls for a professional, experienced public administrator, then the rumor is clearly not true; if it is vague in regard to the parameters of the job, does not require more than generic credentials and experience, then the board will have to answer some tough questions.
Now this Wednesday's board meeting has been canceled because, "There are no matters requiring action by the board," even though it was clearly stated at the last meeting that the job description would be on the agenda. So we will have to wait at least another two weeks to find out which way the wind is blowing on this one.
- Ed Gurowitz has lived in Incline Village since 1995 and is active in the Democratic Party. He can be reached for comment at email@example.com. His photograph is courtesy of Danielle Hankinson Photography.


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Using a slow cooker to make chili makes perfect sense. The slow cooking method allows the spices to slowly permeate the chili and develop deep flavor.
This basic recipe is extremely adaptable. Bump up the seasonings if you prefer a spicier version, vary the meat or eliminate it if you want to make it vegetarian. However, served as is, along with some shredded cheese, sour cream and scallions for toppings, you have the perfect dish for a game day gathering or any day you want to serve a hearty and satisfying meal to your family.
The chili will keep beautifully on warm in the slow cooker and also freezes very well if you should happen to have any leftovers.
Slow Cooker Chili
Serves 8 to 10
2 pounds ground chuck
1 cup chopped onions
1 green or red pepper,
2 to 3 ribs celery, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 (28 ounce) can crushed
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced
tomatoes with jalapenos
1 (15.5 ounce) can kidney
beans, drained and
1 (15.5 ounce) can pinto
beans, drained and
1½ tablespoons chili powder
(or more, to taste)
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon cumin
¼ teaspoon cayenne
pepper (optional)
In a large skillet, brown the ground beef. Using a slotted spoon transfer meat to slow cooker. Wipe out the skillet and sauté the onion, peppers and celery in 1 tablespoon olive oil just until tender.
Add to slow cooker with meat. Add the rest of the ingredients to the slow cooker and stir well to combine. Cover and cook for 6 to 7 hours on low setting.


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STYLE: Belgian Specialty Ale
Aroma: Variable. Most exhibit varying amounts of fruity esters, spicy phenols and/or yeast-borne aromatics. Aromas from actual spice additions may be present. Hop aroma may be none to high, and may include a dry-hopped character. Malt aroma may be low to high, and may include character of non-barley grains such as wheat or rye. Some may include aromas of Belgian microbiota, most commonly Brettanomyces and/or Lactobacillus. No diacetyl.
Appearance: Variable. Color varies considerably from pale gold to very dark. Clarity may be hazy to clear. Head retention is usually good. Generally moderate to high carbonation.
Flavor: Variable. A great variety of flavors are found in these beers. Maltiness may be light to quite rich. Hop flavor and bitterness may be low to high. Spicy flavors may be imparted by yeast (phenolics) and/or actual spice additions. May include characteristics of grains other than barley, such as wheat or rye. May include flavors produced by Belgian microbiota such as Brettanomyces or Lactobacillus. May include flavors from adjuncts such as candi sugar or honey.
Mouthfeel: Variable. Some are well-attenuated, thus fairly lightbodied for their original gravity, while others are thick and rich. Most are moderately to highly carbonated. A warming sensation from alcohol may be present in stronger examples. A "mouth puckering" sensation may be present from acidity. Overall Impression: Variable. This category encompasses a wide range of Belgian ales produced by truly artisanal brewers more concerned with creating unique products than in increasing sales. History: Unique beers of small, independent Belgian breweries that have come to enjoy local popularity but may be far less well-known outside of their own regions. Many have attained "cult status" in the U.S. (and other parts of the world) and now owe a significant portion of their sales to export.
Comments: This is a catch-all category for any Belgian-style beer not fitting any other Belgian style category. The category can be used for clones of specific beers (e.g., Orval, La Chouffe); to produce a beer fitting a broader style that doesn't have its own category (e.g., Belgianstyle barleywines, Trappist Enkels and Quadrupels, Belgian spiced Christmas-type beers, etc.); or to create an artisanal or experimental beer of the brewer's own choosing (e.g., strong Belgian golden ale with spices, something unique). Creativity is the only limit in brewing but the entrants must identify what is special about their entry. The judges must understand the brewer's intent in order to properly judge an entry in this category. THE BREWER MUST SPECIFY EITHER THE BEER BEING CLONED, THE NEW STYLE BEING PRODUCED OR THE SPECIAL INGREDIENTS OR PROCESSES USED. Additional background information on the style and/or beer may be provided to judges to assist in the judging, including style parameters or detailed descriptions of the beer. Beers fitting other Belgian categories should not be entered in this category.
Ingredients: May include herbs and/or spices. May include unusual grains and malts, though the grain character should be apparent if it is a key ingredient. May include adjuncts such as candi sugar and honey. May include Belgian microbiota such as Brettanomyces or Lactobacillus. Unusual techniques, such as blending, may be used through primarily to arrive at a particular result. The process alone does not make a beer unique to a blind judging panel if the final product does not taste different.
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IBUs: varies
FG: varies
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With cake artist Rachael Teufel as your guide, you'll learn how to make wedding dress cakes that cater to modern brides looking for one-of-a-kind designs. Whether it's replicating a dress with carved cake and embellishments made from gumpaste and modeling chocolate, or drawing inspiration from the gown, invitation and more, Rachael will show you the best way to deliver a bit of marital bliss one piece at a time. Along the way, you'll learn to texture modeling chocolate to resemble the most fashion-forward bridal fabrics and form tiny sequins and blossoms to emulate fine details.
Meet Rachael and start a discussion about different decorating mediums and design considerations.
Rachael walks you through designing your cake from sketching wedding gown designs to clearly communicating with clients.
Create fashionable satin and tulle textures with Rachael's step-by-step instruction. You'll also learn to make gum paste sequins, color pearls and shape flower blossoms.
Learn to carve and crumb coat your cake's bodice and skirt. Rachael also shows you how to add movement by creating waves!
Build a realistic skirt by draping "fabric" strips in a way that suggests movement with Rachael's expert advice and attention to detail.
Build beautiful cake bodices by adding binding to the seams and a modeling chocolate cover. Rachael will show you how attention to detail pays off.
Add a satin ribbon, stitching lines, blossom flowers and rhinestones inspired by dress designs. Rachael will show you how to replicate the details that make each dress -- and cake -- unique.
Find inspiration in event-specific design details. Make feathers and ribbon roses or use monograms and invitations to add personalization to any cake.
Decorate using the exact lace pattern from a bride's gown. Rachael takes wedding cakes to the next level by decorating with custom lace designs and rustic burlap textures.
Rachael shows you how to achieve a ruching effect with easy-to-follow instructions. You'll be adding fashionable ribbons and bows in no time.
"This was an amazing class with numerous techniques demonstrating the use of modeling chocolate. Rachael actually demonstrates techniques with five different cakes. The ideas were endless. Rachael is an outstanding instructor that provides step-by-step instructions. I can't wait for an additional class to be offered by Rachael. Please hurry!"
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Ray Daley was born in Coventry & still lives there. He served 6 yrs in the RAF as a clerk & spent most of his time in a Hobbit hole in High Wycombe. He is a published poet & has been writing stories since he was 10. His current dream is to eventually finish the Hitch Hikers fanfic novel he's been writing since 1986.


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A girl or woman (or "bird") who waits at the gates of a famous person hoping to catch a glance of the person or get an autograph. Used mostly when referring to a member of the BEATLES's house in England. Used in the 60's a lot.
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INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. - The Toccata Tahoe Symphony Orchestra and Chorus continues its eighth annual Winter MusicFest with the "Brrroque Masters" concert series Feb. 9-11.
The program features guest cellist Jeffrey Lastrapes performing a Bach unaccompanied work, and is joined by principle cellist, Tracy Beaver, to perform Vivaldi's Concerto for two cellos in G minor.
Flutist Susanna Self joins Mr. Lastrapes for Teleman's Concerto for flute, violin and strings, and young artist Nathaniel Reyes performs Vivaldi's Concerto for bassoon in E minor. Organist David Brock will interpret a solo work by Buxtehude, and the concert culminates with J. S. Bach's Cantata #61 Nun komm der heiden Heiland, with soloists Joy Strotz and Anna Helwing.
Performances are Saturday, Feb. 9, at 3 p.m. at St. Patrick's Episcopal Church in Incline Village (341 Village Blvd.); Sunday, Feb. 10, at 3 p.m. at St. Theresa Church in South Lake Tahoe (1041 Lyons Ave.); and Monday, Feb. 11, at 7 p.m. at Trinity Church in Reno (200 Island Ave).
Tickets are available at the door or online at www.ToccataTahoe.com. General admission to all concerts is $25 adults, $20 seniors, and $5 students aged 19 to 23 with valid ID. Preferred seating is $35 and $15 for youth/students.
A grant from the Parasol Tahoe Community Foundation allows all youth under 19 years of age to be admitted free, in non-reserved seating, to regular season concerts in 2013. All performances are supported by the Kling Family Foundation.
TOCCATA's 8th Season WinterFest continues with performances of J. S. Bach's St. Matthew Passion, March 22-29. For more information, email email@example.com, call 775-313-9697 or visit www.ToccataTahoe.com.


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Two stars of The Real Housewives of New Jersey were indicted Monday on federal fraud charges, accused of exaggerating their income while applying for loans before their TV show debuted in 2009, then hiding their improving fortunes in a bankruptcy filing after their first season aired.
Teresa Giudice, 41, and her husband Giuseppe "Joe" Giudice, 43, of Montville Township, N.J., were charged in a 39-count indictment with conspiracy to commit mail and wire fraud, bank fraud, making false statements on loan applications and bankruptcy fraud.
The reality TV stars submitted fraudulent mortgage and other loan applications from 2001 through 2008, a year before their show debuted on Bravo, making phony claims about their employment status and salaries, the indictment reads.
Joe Giudice also failed to file tax returns for the years 2004 through 2008, when he is alleged to have earned nearly $1 million, the government said.
A spokesman for Bravo said he had no comment but Teresa released a statement to New Jersey's Star-Ledger: "Today is a most difficult day for our family," she said. "I support Joe and, as a wonderful husband and father, I know he wants only the best for our lovely daughters and me. I am committed to my family and intend to maintain our lives in the best way possible, which includes continuing my career. As a result, I am hopeful that we will resolve this matter with the Government as quickly as possible."
Her attorney also told the paper in an email, "Teresa will plead 'not guilty.' The judicial process that begins today ... is a search for the truth. As it moves forward, we look forward to vindicating her."
The two were scheduled to make their initial court appearances Tuesday.
"The indictment returned today alleges the Giudices lied to the bankruptcy court, to the IRS and to a number of banks," U.S. Attorney Paul Fishman said. "Everyone has an obligation to tell the truth when dealing with the courts, paying their taxes and applying for loans or mortgages. That's reality."
When Teresa filed for a mortgage loan of $121,000 in 2001, she falsely claimed she worked as an executive assistant, submitting fake W-2 forms and fake paystubs as part of the ruse, the indictment said.
In their petition for bankruptcy protection, initiated in October 2009, the couple concealed businesses they owned, rental income they received, and Teresa's true income from the Real Housewives, website sales and personal appearances, the indictment said.
Prosecutors said they also hid their anticipated increase in income from the then-upcoming second year of the show, which is in its fifth season.
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Cozy flat by the Magic Fountain
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- Family/child friendly
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- Located in 'Sants' district this fully equipped apartment has capacity to accommodate up to 3 visiting guests, within it´s double bedroom, single bedroom and living room. This typical Barcelona style apartment is clean and quiet, very bright and airy, and it is equipped with air conditioning and heating. There are original floor tiles throughout, classic Barcelona in a very relaxing atmosphere.
It´s in a 4th floor (bad thing there´s no elevator, good thing is a good way of burning the extra calories of the gorgeous spanish food).
-We provide free wi-fi and clean sheets and towels to make your stay in Barcelona as confortable as at home.
-Since you won´t be sahring the flat is ideal for families or groups of friends.
About the location:
- Metro lines (green and red) 250m from building exit!
- Great for Barcelona Airport (20 mins each way).
- Girona Airport Bus easy connection (10 mins from Bus Station by Metro)
"Sants" district is 15mis walk from Barcelona's centre, and one of the most lively and interesting areas of the city.
Located in the very famous Plaça España, is ideal for those who attend to international conventions in "Fira de Barcelona"
The brand new 'Arenas' Shopping complex - designed by the prestigious Hight Tech architect Richard Rogers over an old Bull Rings, offers everything you may need going from supermarkets, all kind of shops, restaurants, caffes, cinemas to a gym.
At Plaça España you can also find the The Magic Fountain, one of the last projects on the site of the 1929 Universal Exhibition, which included the cascades and smaller fountains which fill Avinguda de Maria Cristina and its dancing water show.
Just arround the corner ( i mean it literally) you´ll find The Caixa Forum, one of the main Modern Art Cultural Centers and The Olympic Stadium.
The Cataluya National Art Museum, The Mies Van der Rohe Pabillion and The Joan Miró fundation are also very close by. You can see some of them from the window.
A 15 minutes walk in the opposite direction and you're in the nerve centers of Barcelona: Plaça de Catalunya, leading on one side to the Ramblas and on the other to Passig the Gràcia Av.
At 3 blocks from the entrance, you´ll find the aerobus stop 'Plaza Espaya' and the Metro Lines 1 and 3 (red and green), from where you can easily connect to any area of the city.
The area is really safe and offers an excellent variety of shops, cafes & restaurants and it's out of the main tourist trap of Old Barcelona (better looking in picts than in real life) but only 20 mins away from the gothic quarter.
Places of interest:
-There's a large supermarket Mercadona and "Veritas Organic products" supermarket (in the Arenas shopping centre) very close by.
-A Bike rental store just arround the corner
For an extra 30 euros we offer transfer service from the airport.
For any further information please don't hesitate in contacting me - you'll receive a prompt reply.
We are available to answer any question you may have - and we´ll try to make your stay as easy as possible ;)
No parties.
Do not make noise after 22:00.
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We (a family with two young kids (3,6y), a grandmother, parents) stayed in this apartment for 4 nights. The apartment is absolutely recommendable, because the beds are good, it is clean, it is spacious enough to accommodate 6 people. You can eat together in the open kitchen on a table. The contact person to hand over kees was very reliable and on time. The appartment is in the middle of the fancy area El Born and the flat is very quite for Barcelona. If you need something to eat you just go out and grab some tapas or a drink around the corner. Jaume is the next Metro station which takes you 8 min to get there. Supermarket are everywhere at that place. Two playgrounds for small kids are 5 min away. All in all we were lucky to find this apartment!
All fantastic. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.
We enjoyed staying at Gabie's apartment. It is located in the old part of Barcelona, with little, narrow streets and nice shops and cafes. It's only 5-10 minutes by foot to the metro, and 10 minutes by foot to Placa Catalunya. The apartment itself was clean and had everything we needed.
Hello everyone, we séjouné 4 nights in this apartment in February 2015. Everything went well. The apartment is located on the top floor in a quiet street 100 meters from the Metro Estancia. The elevator stops at the floor below. Everything was clean. The apartment is air conditioned. All the necessary shops are nearby. We were greeted by a friend of the owner who is also in charge of the household at the end of the stay. On the practical side, it lacks a coffee machine, a cutting board, a broom. And finally, the owner responds very quickly to our questions.
Bonjour à tous, nous avons séjouné 4 nuits dans cet appartement en février 2015. Tout s'est bien passé. L'appartement est situé au dernier étage dans une rue tranquille à 100 m du métro Estancia. L'ascenseur s'arrête à l'étage en dessous. Tout était propre. L'appartement est climatisé. Tous les commerces nécessaires sont à proximité. Nous avons été accueillis par une amie de la propriétaire qui se charge également du ménage à la fin du séjour. Coté pratique, il manque une cafetière électrique, une planche à découper, un balai. Et enfin, la propriétaire répond très rapidement à nos questions.
We enjoyed our visit. We had a warm welcome. The accommodation was neat and tidy. We liked the interesting spanish residential building. It was in a convenient location. With the nearby metro we could discover Barcelona easily.
really comfortable accommodation, complete with all you need for a peaceful and relaxing.
beautiful stay and very comfortable and functional the two bedrooms.
The bathroom and kitchen were very well organized.
regret not having greeted and personally met the owner of casa..colgo quà the opportunity to thank him for everything and say hello!
sig.arena Joska
palermo italy
davvero un alloggio comodo,completo di tutto quel che serve per un soggiorno tranquillo e rilassante.
bellissimo il soggiorno e molto comode e funzionali le due camere da letto.
il bagno e la cucina erano organizzati molto bene.
dispiace di non aver salutato e conosciuto di persona il proprietario di casa..colgo quà l'occasione per ringraziarlo di tutto e salutarlo!
sig.arena joska
palermo italy
We had a great stay in Barcelona. The owner is indeed very flexible, clean wash and bedlinnen and the appartement was clean as well.
We walked every sight from the appartement in the city center.
And close to the Catharina market, wich we loved!
Only one remark: the kitchenette could use Some renewing.
This flat is in the amazing location! It is just close to all places you would like to go, such as the Picasso museum, Santa Maria del Mar, Parc de la ciutadella and the zoo! As we have very young children, we needed to stay where we can get within 10 mins walk and this flat was an ideal place. We went to the big market (only 5 mins walk) and bought all the fresh stuff to cook 3 meals a day in the kitchen. We do recommend you to explorer the area when you get this flat as you will eventually get an idea where shops and major tourist places are.
senza parole!!!
The apartment is quiet, functional and well located. 8 minutes walk from the beach and the port. Just 15 minutes from the Gare de Mataro is very well served (35 minutes from Barcelona). The city center is located just a few steps from the apartment, Mataro is a charming and pleasant restaurants and bars are really nice!
Le logement est calme, fonctionnel et très bien située. A 8 mn à pied de la plage et du port . A 15 mn de la Gare de Mataro qui est très bien desservie ( à 35 mn de Barcelone ).
Le centre ville est située a quelque pas de l'appartement, Mataro est une ville charmante et agréable, les restaurants et les bars sont vraiment sympa !
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David Nicholls has researched mitochondrial function for almost 50 years and has more than 280 publications. He is perhaps best known as the author (with Stuart Ferguson) of the standard textbook 'Bioenergetics', the 4th edition of which was published in 2013. He is known in addition for his discovery of the original uncoupling protein, UCP1, for work on mitochondrial calcium transport and isolated nerve terminals and for his research into mitochondrial dysfunction in nerve cells. Most recently he has been investigating novel control mechanisms for insulin secretion.
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Jared Harris should be feeling anything but Mad right now.
The former Mad Men star, 51, is engaged to his longtime girlfriend, Allegra Riggio, 38.
Riggio couldn't hold back her excitement on social media, posting a Vine of her heart-shaped Erica Courtney sparkler and Tweeting up a storm about the engagement, which was first confirmed by an E! News source.
"SOOOOOOOO HAAAAAAAPPYYYYYYYY AAAAAAAA!" the brunette beauty wrote to one of her followers.
In response to another follower who congratulated the pair, Riggio wrote, "THANK YOU!!!! We're giddy and adorable. <3"
As for the diamond itself, according to a release sent out by the jeweler, the heart-shaped diamond rose gold engagement ring was custom designed. It features an "H" initial on the gallery, and also has diamonds placed around the band.
Jared Harris of Mad Men Is Engaged
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What began as a gray, overcast morning turned into a brilliant, sunny Wednesday afternoon for the Altoona Curve.
After pushing over a run in the bottom of the 11th inning to notch a 2-1 victory in the completion of Tuesday night's suspended game, the Curve rode another outstanding pitching performance by Jameson Taillon and held off Richmond, 4-3, in Wednesday's regularly-scheduled game at Peoples Natural Gas Field.
The first Kids' Day game of the spring was played in front of 2,191 fans.
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The Curve mob Andrew Lambo after his game-winning hit on Wednesday.
"We needed those wins the way we've been playing offensively," Curve manager Carlos Garcia said. "We weren't playing great. We weren't running the bases well, but today was a different day."
Charlie Cutler's ninth-inning double Tuesday scored Andy Vasquez to break a 17-inning scoreless streak that began in the first game of the series Monday. However, the Curve couldn't complete the comeback and, when the rains came, the teams picked up the action Wednesday morning.
Cutler was at the center of things again as he led off the 11th by reaching on a fielding error by Richmond pitcher Fabio Castillo. After Mel Rojas Jr. walked and pitcher Luis Sanz's sacrifice attempt failed, Andrew Lambo laced a single to right and Cutler scored the winning run.
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Next stop
Tonight: Altoona at Harrisburg, 7 p.m.
Pitching matchups: Curve RHP Stolmy Pimentel (0-0, 0.00) vs. Senators RHP Caleb Clay (1-0, 3.27).
Record: (6-7)
Covering the bases: B2
"That's the great thing about baseball," Garcia said. "Every day is different. Yesterday, Cutler tied it, and today, he won it."
That set the stage for another impressive outing by Taillon in the second game. The Pirates' No. 2 prospect needed 24 pitches (including two walks) to get through the first inning, but he quickly gained his composure and was outstanding the next six innings.
Garcia said he did not tell the club the importance of winning Wednesday before heading out of the road again.
"We joked around a little," he said. "It wasn't a big meeting, but they came back and finished what we started last night. It was nothing big, just normal talk."
Taillon left after the seventh inning with a 4-0 lead, giving up only two singles while striking out six and walking three on 101 pitches.
"The bar is up there, and we expect nothing less," Garcia said. "He pitched part of the season last year with me [in Bradenton.] I've seen him when he's really, really good. Today, he was a little shaky, but he picked up after the second inning and his fastball dominated the inside part of the plate. That makes his breaking ball even better."
Taillon said he has a lot of flexibility in what pitches he uses during a game, noting that he used both fastballs and curves yesterday while using his changeup sparingly.
"It's about getting outs," he said. "That's what I'm doing.
"I feel prepared every time I go out there. I know what I want to do, what I want to throw. I just go about my business and so far, so good."
The Curve, who earlier in the homestand went 20 consecutive scoreless innings against Harrisburg, gave Taillon a 2-0 cushion in the first inning. Rojas Jr. walked and Kelson Brown, making his first start of the season, singled. When pitcher Chris Gloor's attempted pickoff hit Brown, Rojas raced to third and scored on Lambo's sacrifice fly. Cutler's double sent Brown to third and he scored on Drew Maggi's groundout.
The Curve made it 4-0 with a pair of runs in the sixth. Rojas doubled and moved up on Brown's sacrifice. Lambo's singled plated Rojas for a 3-0 lead and Maggi's single scored Lambo, who had stolen second.
Besides driving in two runs, Maggi made two outstanding defensive plays in left field.
"This kid is a hard-nosed player," Garcia said. "Wherever I put him in the lineup, he goes out there and just loves to play. He just wants to be in the lineup and contribute, and he brings a lot of energy to the ballclub."
Nathan Baker relieved Taillon after the seventh, but walked two batters and served up a three-run homer to Javier Herrera that enabled the Flying Squirrels to cut the lead to 4-3.
Altoona turned to Jeff Inman who earned his first save of the season by retiring five straight batters [three by strikeout] over the final 1 2/3 innings.
"That's the difference when you're throwing the ball over the plate," Garcia said of Inman. "When you pitch to contact and attack the strike zone, they expand the strike zone. That's what he did - he threw strikes and made them swing."
Game recap
Key player: Jameson Taillon pitched seven scoreless innings, giving up only two hits, striking out six and walking three while throwing 101 pitches.
Key play: Drew Maggi made two outstanding catches in left field to preserve the shutout.
Key stat: Now 2-1, Taillon lowered his ERA to 1.00
How they scored
Bottom 1st: Rojas walks, Brown singles; Rojas advances on throwing error and scores on Lambo sacrifice fly (1-0); Cutler doubles Brown to third and Brown scores on Maggi groundout (2-0).
Bottom 6th: Rojas doubles, scores on Lambo single (3-0); Lambo steals second and scores on Maggie single (4-0).
Top 8th: Adrianza walks, Panik walks, Herrera homers (4-3).


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5. Referring to photo for placement, use round brush and Bright Orange to paint inverted triangle for beak shape. Let dry.
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7. For wings, cut one chenille stem in half. Bend each piece in half, with fold curved to shape wing and ends twisted together. Glue ends of wing to each side of chick.
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Aug. 25, 1925 – June 7, 2013
Mary Johnson, a community activist and namesake of a Buffalo street, died Friday in Niagara Lutheran Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. She was 87.
Born in Buffalo, she worked as a staff assistant and manager at the Buffalo Urban League for 23 years, retiring in the early 1990s.
Mary Johnson Boulevard on the city's East Side was named for her during former Mayor Anthony Masiello's administration for her volunteerism and activism efforts.
Ms. Johnson was on the board of directors of the Community Action Organization of Erie County where she also served as chairwoman of the Planning, Evaluation & Monitoring Committee. She was a member of the JFK Community Center Advisory Board, the Urban League Education Auxiliary Group, AMVETS Auxiliary Post 5, Ellicott Neighborhood Advisory Council and the YMCA Heart of the Home Club.
Ms. Johnson also was the site manager for the Erie County Nutrition Program for the Elderly and president of the Training, Education & Advancement Council.
Surviving are a son, George Jr.; and six daughters, Jean Ann Robinson, Estelle Arlene Blue, Catherine Lee Watkins, Virginia Beard, Anna Mae Hoskin and Mary Harris.
A wake will be held from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday at Greater Refuge Temple of Christ, 943 Jefferson Ave., followed by the funeral at noon.


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a noun and sometimes a verb, "cuddle hustle" is the term for cuddling, spooning, just chilling, et al, and leads to making out, ripping each other's clothes off, and possible penetration. first you cuddle, then you hustle.
"I'm going to try and squeeze in a quick cuddle hustle before the concert tonight."
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Delivering Pain Medication
Delivering Pain Medication
Medications will help control pain. There are many ways to take pain medications. For instance, you may use pills, patches, or a special pump. As you feel better, the way you take medications may change.
Pills and Tablets
Some medications are swallowed and others are allowed to dissolve in the mouth.
Patches and Suppositories
If you cannot take oral medications, a patch placed on the skin provides medication over a few days. Some medications are placed in the rectum.
IVs and PCA Pumps
With IV (intravenous) delivery, a catheter (small tube) sends medications into a vein in the hand or forearm. With a PCA (patient-controlled analgesia) pump, you push a button to receive a dose.
In some cases, injections are used for overall pain relief. Injections can also relieve pain in specific areas. For instance, a steroid injection into a joint can block joint pain. Or a nerve block might be used.
Regional Anesthesia
Regional anesthesia controls severe pain. Medications are delivered near the spinal cord. These methods (epidural or spinal) block pain in one section of the body, often from the waist down.
Will I Become Addicted?
Addiction becomes a behavior problem that may result from craving certain medications. This happens rarely to patients who are prescribed opiods. Addiction is very uncommon if these medications are used as directed. It is normal, though, for the body to get used to opioids. This is called physical dependence. You may feel shaky, for instance, if you stop treatment too quickly. To avoid this, you will be eased off opioids. This will be done when you no longer need them.


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Winter Fun in the Springtime
March 26, 2013
Residents took advantage of a rare late March snow day around the Panhandle to have some fun in the snow Monday....
Majoritarian: "I live in the clouds and I get it right more often than the Meteorologist types."
Do you have that documented? Or is it just another phony baloney magical number pulled from where you use the toilet napkins?
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Where us Amberg and contrary they both seem to have disappeared. Kind of hard to explain.(cough,cough)
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Majoritarian's more grounded than most folks around here. Most folks here forget that we even HAVE a Constitution (with Amendments).
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"I live in the clouds" I knew you did not live on this planet.
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|A New Route to Nano Self-Assembly
If the promise of nanotechnology is to be fulfilled, nanoparticles will have to be able to make something of themselves. An important advance toward this goal has been achieved by researchers who have found a simple and yet powerfully robust way to induce nanoparticles to assemble themselves into complex arrays. By adding specific types of small molecules to mixtures of nanoparticles and polymers, they were able to direct the self-assembly of the nanoparticles into arrays of one, two, and even three dimensions with no chemical modification of either the nanoparticles or the block copolymers. In addition, the application of external stimuli, such as light and/or heat, can be used to further direct the assemblies of nanoparticles for even finer and more complex structural details, a result verified by small-angle x-ray scattering (SAXS) at the ALS.
Nano-sized particles—bits of matter a few billionths of a meter in size, or more than a hundred times smaller than the stuff of today's microtechnologies—display highly coveted properties not found in macroscopic materials, including optical, electronic, magnetic, etc. The promise of nanotechnology is that exploiting these unique properties on a commercial scale could yield such "game-changers" as sustainable, clean and cheap energy, and the creation on demand of new materials with properties tailored to meet specific needs. Realizing this promise starts with nanoparticles being able to organize themselves into complex structures and hierarchical patterns, similar to what nature routinely accomplishes with proteins.
Small as they are, nanoparticles are essentially all surface, so any process that modifies the surface of a nanoparticle can profoundly change the properties of that particle. Precisely arranging these nanoparticles is critical to tailoring the macroscopic properties during nanoparticle assembly. Although DNA has been used to induce self-assembly of nanoparticles with a high degree of precision, this approach only works well for organized arrays that are limited in size; it is impractical for large-scale fabrication. Another approach is to use block copolymers—long sequences or "blocks" of one type of monomer molecule bound to blocks of another type of monomer molecule.
Block copolymers readily self-assemble into well-defined arrays of nanostructures over macroscopic distances. They would be an ideal platform for directing the assembly of nanoparticles except that block copolymers and nanoparticles are not particularly compatible with one another from a chemistry standpoint. A "mediator" is required to bring them together.
The researchers found such a mediator in the form of small molecules that will join with nanoparticles and then attach themselves and their nanoparticle partners to the surface of a block copolymer. For this study, the group used two different types of small molecules, surfactants (wetting agents) dubbed "PDP" and "OPAP." These small molecules can be stimulated by light (PDP) or heat (OPAP) to sever their connection to the surface of a block copolymer and be repositioned to another location along the polymeric chain. SAXS studies of the samples, performed at ALS Beamline 7.3.3, confirmed the nanoparticles' changes in position under various conditions. In this manner, the spatial distribution of the small-molecule mediators and their nanoparticle partners can be precisely directed without the need to modify either the nanoparticles or the polymers.
For this study, PDP or OPAP small molecules were added to various blends of nanoparticles, such as cadmium selenide (CdSe) and lead sulfide (PbS), mixed in with a commercial block copolymer—polystyrene-block-poly (4-vinyl pyridine). While this group worked with light and heat, other stimuli, such as pH, could also be used to reposition small molecules and their nanoparticle partners along block copolymer formations. Strategic substitutions of different types of stimulus-responsive small molecules could serve as a mechanism for structural fine tuning or for incorporating specific functional properties into nanocomposites. The researchers are now in the process of adding functionality to their self-assembly technique.
Research conducted by Y. Zhao, K. Thorkelsson, T. Schilling, Y. Wu, and D. Poulsen (University of California, Berkeley); A.J. Mastroianni, J.M. Luther, B.J. Rancatore, J.M.J. Fréchet, A.P. Alivisatos, and T. Xu (University of California, Berkeley, and Berkeley Lab); K. Matsunaga (Kyoto Institute of Technology, Japan); and H. Jinnai (Kyoto Institute of Technology and Tohoku University, Japan).
Research funding: Army Research Office; National Science Foundation; DuPont; 3M; Japan Ministry of Education, Science, Sports, and Culture; and the U.S. Department of Energy, Office of Basic Energy Sciences (BES). Operation of the ALS is supported by BES.
Publication about this research: Y. Zhao, K. Thorkelsson, A.J. Mastroianni, T. Schilling, J.M. Luther, B.J. Rancatore, K. Matsunaga, H. Jinnai, Y. Wu, D. Poulsen, J.M.J. Fréchet, A.P. Alivisatos, and T. Xu, "Small-molecule-directed nanoparticle assembly towards stimuli-responsive nanocomposites," Nature Materials 8, 979 (2009).


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Best Use of Social Media For Music
The age of Pandora, Spotify and SoundCloud is upon us. Queues around the block from a record store have now translated to eagerly attentive followers who wait at any moment for their favorite artist or band to tweet a new song, post a new music video to Facebook, or create a new playlist on Spotify. Brands are now flocking to the top social music platforms to find consumers and share relevant music that can connect them with their products or services. This award honors the best use of music in a social media campaign by a brand.
Nokia Music and AT&T Present Green Day's Numero Uno Fan Contest
Produced by: MAC Presents
Green Day's "Numero Uno Fan" contest generated more than 165,000,000 social impressions and 179,000 social actions by rewarding fans for engagement, using technology from PunchTab. Fans were encouraged to complete various social actions. Each action earned fans points to move up a leader board and toward the grand prize: tickets to the Green Day concert at Irving Plaza
View all the finalists: HERE