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Power was restored Monday to several sections of Havana that were left without electricity for nearly six hours due to a problem over the weekend with a transmission line in central Cuba.
Electric service returned around 2:00 a.m. in the capital and was welcomed by residents awake in the early morning hours.
"An interruption in a 220,000 volt transmission line between Ciego de Avila and Santa Clara" occurred at 8:08 p.m. Sunday, state-owned power company Union Electrica said.
The outage "affected electric service from Camaguey (in central Cuba) to Pinar del Rio" in the island's extreme west, an Union Electrica statement read on state television nearly four hours after the blackout occurred said.
An Efe reporter toured Havana and found the capital to be nearly completely dark, with a few downtown hotels and some buildings with generators managing to keep their lights on.
Many people moved chairs into the streets to escape the oppressive heat indoors, using candles and flashlights to find their way around.
Cubans deal with the high summer temperatures by keeping fans going nearly all the time.
The blackout also affected the western provinces of Pinar del Rio and Matanzas, as well as Villa Clara and Cienfuegos, which are in central Cuba, but the power was out for a shorter time in many places.
Electric service was apparently not interrupted from Ciego de Avila, in the central region of the country, to the extreme eastern part of the island, residents in those areas told Efe by telephone.
The government has not commented on the outage.
Power outages are common on the island, but this was the most widespread blackout in recent memory.
A blackout affected western Cuba in August 2006, when two transmission towers that had been stripped of structural parts collapsed.
The outage, however, only lasted about three hours and occurred in the early morning hours.
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Don't expect Cameron Diaz to break into song in front of the footlights anytime soon.
The actress, who will reprise her role as Princess Fiona in the fourth animated Shrek film in 2010, has ruled out joining the musical version of the cult tale on Broadway.
"What they do up there ... is, to me, impossible," Diaz told the Associated Press at Sunday night's opening of Shrek The Musical at the Broadway Theatre – where the crowd included America Ferrera, Rosie Perez, Ben Stiller, Kathie Lee Gifford, Hoda Kotb, Phylicia Rashad and Joan Rivers.
And though she isn't compelled to hop on stage and join the cast, Diaz, 36, says she's a fan of the live show, which received generally warm reviews.
"It's hilarious," she said. "There's so many laughs. It's great to see all the actors playing it together, because when we do it for the animated [movies], we never see each other. We don't work together."
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It's Summer League time and you know what that means. Basketball, that's what.
The final score doesn't matter at all, there's over-evaluation of players based off of meaningless exhibition games and in a month you won't remember a single thing about this week, but still… basketball. And really, it's a developmental opportunity for a couple of potentially key pieces for the Thunder. Oklahoma City has valued summer league games in the past, with Russell Westbrook clearly getting something out of his trip to Orlando a couple years ago.
Here are five things to pay attention to this week:
1. Cole Aldrich. He's virtually a lock to move into the backup center role, meaning he's not just a token garbage time human victory cigar anymore. He's had a lot of time to prepare for this moment, and of any player on the roster, this week in Orlando could be the biggest for him.
He doesn't need to be dominant or look incredible. He just needs to do his job. Needs to rebound well, defend the paint, score when he has his opportunities and set good screens. Remember: He's not stepping into some massively elevated role next season. He's taking over the backup 5 spot, something that will have him playing at most, 15 minutes a game.
I'm pretty convinced everyone's going to come away impressed with Aldrich after this week. He's a little more gifted offensively than I think most realize, he's got really solid offensive rebounding instincts and his length is extremely impressively. He should be a defensive forced in the paint this week, imposing his size. Just has to stay under control and not try and do too much.
2. PJIII. It's the first look at OKC's draft pick and there's certainly a heavy level of anticipation to watch Perry Jones III. What position does he play primarily? How is he used? What kind of NBA skills does he have? Thunder fans are extremely intrigued by Jones' skillset and talent level, but whether or not he has potential to make a 2012-13 impact might be revealed this week.
3. Reggie Jackson running a team. For a week, Jackson will be the featured player handling the ball and running the show for the Thunder. In a lot of the games, he might be the best player on the floor. He has a big opportunity to build a little confidence as OKC's third point guard.
Last season when he had to step up and fill in for an injured Eric Maynor, his play was just… unmemorable. He didn't really impact the game much, instead mostly just serving as Guy That Brings The Ball Up The Court. It would be very nice to see Jackson play with a bit more confidence, in a comfortable role where he's not out there with direct orders just not to screw anything up. Make some plays, hit some shots, attack the rim, use that athleticism. Give us a glimpse.
4. Latavious Williams. I've only seen Williams play in a limited manner, but he kind of strikes me a rough-around-the-edges Perry Jones. He's a pretty good rebounder, a good athlete and plays hard, but lacks a lot of refined skills around the basket or much touch outside of 10 feet.
But he's been the ultimate Thunder project, drafted by the 66ers in 2009, then by the Thunder in the second round in 2010. He's only 23 and still certainly has a potential NBA career ahead of him. This is his first real look outside of the D-League and maybe has a chance to make a good impression.
5. Any non-Thunderers have a chance to impress? The Thunder roster is set at 14 right now once Hasheem Thabeet officially signs. That means a spot is open. It might go to Ryan Reid or Latavious Williams, or maybe even one of the other guys that filled out the team. Mo Almond has been a D-League superstar, Kent Bazemore is a big wing defender and James Mays a rugged interior player.
If the Thunder don't have any more free agent plans, this could be an open audition for that final spot. The Thunder will likely bring some of them back for training camp and wait to make a decision until then, but a big week could give leg up to Reid, Williams or whoever for that 15th slot.


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Hematology-Oncology Associates of Central New York, University Hospital to Participate in Major Breast Care Prevention Trial
Hematology-Oncology Associates of Central New York and University Hospital in Syracuse will begin recruiting volunteers for one of the largest breast cancer prevention studies ever – the Study of Tamoxifen and Raloxifene (STAR).
Serving as principal investigators for STAR in Central New York are Seema A. Khan, M.D., of University Hospital at the State University of New York Health Science Center, and Jeffrey J. Kirshner, M.D., of the Syracuse Community Clinical Oncology Program at Hematology-Oncology Associates of Central New York.
"The Study of Tamoxifen and Raloxifene will enable the medical community and the public to gain a greater understanding of risks and benefits of these two drugs," said Dr. Khan, director of research at University Hospital's Breast Care Center and author of a key 1997 study on the link between estrogen levels and breast cancer.
Dr. Kirshner, who headed the first breast cancer prevention study in Syracuse, added, "Women everywhere are at risk for breast cancer, and we are pleased that Central New York women will have the chance to participate in this important study."
Hematology-Oncology Associates of Central New York and University Hospital in Syracuse are part of the Surgical Adjuvant Breast and Bowel Project (NSABP), the network of research professionals that will conduct STAR, which is supported by the National Cancer Institute.
The national trial will include 22,000 postmenopausal women at increased risk of breast cancer to determine whether osteoporosis prevention drug raloxifene (Evista) is as effective in reducing the chance of developing breast cancer as tamoxifen (Nolvadex) has proven to be.
Women who participate in STAR must be:
- postmenopausal;
- at least 35 years old;
- and have an increased risk of breast cancer, determined by their age, family history of breast cancer, personal medical history, age at first menstrual period, and age at first live birth.
Interested women will go through a process known as informed consent, during which they will learn about the potential benefits and risks of tamoxifen and raloxifene before deciding whether to participate in STAR.
Once a woman chooses to participate, she will be randomly assigned to receive either 20 mg of tamoxifen or 60 mg raloxifene daily for five years and will have regular follow-up examinations, including mammograms and gynecologic exams.
Tamoxifen was shown to reduce the chance of developing breast cancer by about half in the breast Cancer Prevention Trial (BCPT), a study of over 13,000 premenopausal and postmenopausal women at high risk of breast cancer. Results of this trial were announced a year ago (April 6, 1998) and published in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute September 16, 1998. In the BCPT, half the women took tamoxifen and half took a placebo (an inactive pill that looked like tamoxifen). Participants taking tamoxifen also had fewer fractures of the hip, wrist and spine than women taking the placebo.
However, the drug slightly increased the women's chances of developing four potentially life-threatening health problems: endometrial cancer (cancer of the lining of the uterus), deep vein thrombosis (blood clots in large veins), pulmonary embolism (blood clot in the lung), and possibly stroke. The U.S Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved the use of tamoxifen to reduce the incidence of breast cancer in women at increased risk of the disease in October 1998.
Raloxifene was approved in December 1997 by the FDA to prevent osteoporosis and has been in clinical trials for about five years. In those studies, women who received raloxifene as opposed to a placebo were found to have a lower incidence of breast cancer. Whether this drug can actually prevent breast cancer in high risk women remains to be deterrmined. Tamoxifen has been approved by the FDA to treat women with breast cancer for more than 20 years and has been in clinical trials for about 30 years.
Women taking raloxifene in studies of osteoporosis have had an increased chance of developing a deep vein thrombosis or pulmonary embolism similar to the risk seen with tamoxifen. In these studies, raloxifene was not shown to increase the risk of developing endometrial cancer. An important part of STAR will be to compare the long-term safety of raloxifene and tamoxifen in women at increased risk for breast cancer.
The maker of tamoxifen, Zeneca Pharmaceuticals, Wilmington, Del., and the maker of raloxifene, Eli Lilly and Company, Indianapolis, Ind., are providing their drugs for the trial without charge. Eli Lilly and Company has also given NSABP a $36 million grant to defray recruitment costs at participating centers to help local investigators conduct the study.
For information on participating in STAR call: Kathleen Shedlock, RNNP at Hematology-Oncology Associates of Central New York at (315)-472-7504, or University Hospital Health Connections at 315-464-8668.
More information can be obtained online by visiting the NSABP's website or the NCI clinical trial site.
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Artist: Michael Jackson
Album: Michael
Grade: B
Label: Epic
We'll never hear the real studio album Michael Jackson would have recorded to follow 2001's Invincible. Instead there is Jackson's posthumous 10-song disc featuring songs he hadn't completed before his death. Those songs have now been finished by producers and fellow artists such as Akon, Lenny Kravitz and 50 Cent. Michael is surprisingly consistent, even if the tunes' origins trace the Thriller and Invincible eras. Some are as recent as 2008. Stylistically and lyrically, it's signature Jackson with grand pop ballads, piercing rock workouts and percussive R&B-hip-hop jams. He convincingly covers the pitfalls of fame ("Monster," "Breaking News"); the ambition to thrive ("Hollywood Tonight," "Keep Your Head Up"); and the need for togetherness ("Hold My Hand," "Best of Joy").
Artist: Crystal Bowersox
Album: Farmer's Daughter
Grade: B +
Label: 19 Recordings/Jive
On her revelatory major-label debut, American Idol runner-up Crystal Bowersox quickly defines her artistry. She gives us a passionate, soulful combo of country, blues, rock and R&B on Farmer's Daughter. Her explosive, expressive voice commands your attention. So do her songs, such as the clever "Mason," about her relationship with husband Brian Walker, the percussive "Lonely" and the autobiographical "Holy Toledo" and "Farmer's Daughter," which traces her once-turbulent, abusive relationship with her mother. A cover of Buffalo Springfield's chestnut "For What It's Worth" fits Bowersox well, too.
Artist: Ciara
Album: Basic Instinct
Grade: C
Label: LaFace
Basic Instinct is all beats, the slinky, hyper kind stitched by songwriter-producers Tricky Stewart and The-Dream. In spots, namely "Ride" featuring rapper Ludacris and "Turn It Up" with guest Usher, Ciara's studio scientists cook up sizzling support for her thin, dull vocals. But frequently - "Girls Get Your Money," "You Can Get It," "Gimme Dat" - the stifling repetition turns to sheer boredom. At its core, this is merely an anonymous, background club soundtrack.
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Kandi, Kandi Koated (Asylum) - R&B singer-songwriter of Xscape and The Real Housewives of Atlanta fame crafts an album about love and relationships.
R. Kelly, Love Letter (Jive) - R. Kelly is in retro-soul mode on the lead-off single, "When A Woman Loves," for his 11th studio album, which represents a new musical direction.
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I joined the Army straight out of high school and enlisted as a combat medic. My first duty assignment was at Fort Bragg, N.C., with the 82nd Airborne Division. While I was assigned there, I was deployed to Operation Desert Storm (Iraq), Hurricane Andrew relief in Miami, and Operation Uphold Democracy in Port au Prince, Haiti.
I spent seven years in the 82nd as an airborne medic. I then was reassigned to the 1st Battalion, 508th Airborne Combat Team in Vicenza, Italy. I spent two years with that unit. I had a couple of close calls to deployment with that unit before I had an intrapost transfer to the 13th Military Police Company.
I spent a year with the MPs as their medic before coming down on orders taking me back to the United States. I was assigned to Echo Medical Company, 704th Division Support Battalion, 4th Infantry Division in Fort Hood. I remained there for 2.5 years before being assigned to a one-year tour in Korea, which turned into a 15-month tour, with the 2nd Battalion, 9th Infantry Regiment at Camp Casey, South Korea. After 15 months in Korea, I returned to the U.S. and was assigned to the 1st Cavalry Division at Fort Hood.
Four months after returning, I deployed with my unit, 1st Cavalry Division, 2nd Battalion, 7th Cavalry, to Iraq for Operation Iraqi Freedom II. I spent time in Baghdad, Taji, Najaf and Fallujah.
After a year in Iraq, my unit returned and was re-designated 1st Battalion, 12th Cavalry Regiment, 1st Cavalry Division, and we spent an enjoyable 18 months in the States preparing for our upcoming deployment back to Iraq for Operation Iraq Freedom 06-07. We spent a grueling 14 months in the Baquba region of Iraq. We spent a short year back at home training and refitting, and went back for Operation Iraqi Freedom 08-09.
I enlisted as a combat medic, and I have been a medic for my entire military career. I take great pride in the fact that I have the knowledge and skills to sustain the lives of soldiers who are sick or wounded. I do my best to pass on that knowledge and skills to my soldiers. I have held many positions in the realm of the combat medic profession, from ground-pounding infantry platoon medic to medical platoon sergeant and now a brigade medical operations NCO. There is a drawback to moving up in the ranks. I do not do as much hands-on medical work as I did before. I am an administrator and trainer. I make sure everyone has everything they need to do their job as medics. I make sure everyone is trained to standard and I look out for my soldiers' health and well-being.
While in the Army, I have received Airborne Badge, Expert Field Medic Badge, Combat Medic Badge, Divers Badge and an Expert Marksmanship Badge.
I have also received four Army achievement medals; six Army commendation medals; Southwest Asia Service Medal; Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal; Global War on Terrorism Service Medal; Korean Defense Service Medal; three overseas Service Ribbons; Kuwait Liberation Medal (Saudi Arabia); and Kuwait Liberation Medal (Kuwait). My permanent unit awards include a Presidential Unit Citation and the Army Valorous Unit Award.
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The prestigious Aga Khan Awards for Architecture program has announced the 2013 winners at a ceremony in Lisbon, Portugal.
Established in 1977, the Aga Khan Award for Architecture is given every three years to recognize all types of building projects that positively affect today's built environment in communities in which Muslims have a significant presence. — bustler.net
The five projects selected by the 2013 Master Jury are: Islamic Cemetery in Altach, Austria by Bernardo Bader Architects Revitalization of Birzeit Historic Center in Birzeit, Palestine by Riwaq - Center for Architectural Conservation Rehabilitation of Tabriz Bazaar inTabriz, Iran by ICHTO East... View full entry »
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The members of the Master Jury of the Aga Khan Award for Architecture were announced today. The Jury, which independently selects the recipients of the US$ 1 million Award, will convene in January 2013 to select a shortlist from hundreds of nominated projects. The shortlisted projects will then... View full entry »
World-renowned Japanese architect Fumihiko Maki is to design a Muslim cultural centre and university on the 67-acre King's Cross development for the Aga Khan.
The 84-year-old Pritzker prizewinner has been appointed to draw up plans for the two buildings by the Aga Khan Development Network, an 80,000-strong organisation headed by the leader of the world's 15 million Ismaili Muslims. — standard.co.uk
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An inside baseball memoir from the game's first superstar, with a foreword by Chad Harbach Christy Mathewson was one of the most dominant pitchers ever to play baseball. Posthumously inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame as one of the "Five Immortals," he was an unstoppable force on the mound, winning at least twenty-two games for twelve straight seasons and pitching three complete-game shutouts in the 1905 World Series. Pitching in a Pinch, his witty and digestible book of baseball insights, stories, and wisdom, was first published over a hundred years ago and presents readers with Mathewson's plainspoken perspective on the diamond of yore-on the players, the chances they took, the jinxes they believed in, and, most of all, their love of the game. Baseball fans will love to read first-hand accounts of the infamous Merkle's Boner incident, Giants manager John McGraw, and the unstoppable Johnny Evers and to learn how much-and just how little-has really changed in a hundred years. .
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Despite the horrific experience that almost claimed her life, 15-month-old Keoni Rivera is flourishing under the care of her father, Hoboken resident Juan Rivera and his wife Schatzie.
In June 2011, 1-month-old Keoni was in the care of her mother, Tamara Reyes, when Reyes threw Keoni to the sidewalk and abandoned her in front of Weehawken High School. Keoni sustained damaged brain cells, a fractured skull, bleeding in the brain, and fractured facial bones.
Reyes, 38, was sentenced to three years in prison for her actions last Thursday.
Keoni has limited use of her left hand, has some hearing loss and is on anti-seizure medication.
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According to Rivera, Keoni crawls around the family's 10th-floor apartment on Harrison Street apartment despite limited use of her left arm and calls out "dada" and "momma" when she wants her parents' attention.
Doctors expect Keoni to wear glasses and be fitted for a hearing aid before she is 5 years old. The couple wants to ween Keoni off the anti-seizure drugs, but doctors are advising caution, said Schatzie Rivera, 20.
The Riveras received custody of Keoni about two months after the 2011 incident after Juan Rivera took a DNA test proving he is Keoni's father.
"Once I got that paper and the picture they sent, I said to myself that I have to take this opportunity to raise my daughter," Rivera said. "I get goosebumps just thinking about it. I'm happy to have this opportunity."
Neighbors and a local church have rallied around the couple and Keoni.
"They've brought us tons of clothes for her," Rivera said as he opened three large drawers full of clothes for Keoni. "We've gotten a lot of help from (In Jesus' Name Ministries) as well."
Rivera is also very thankful for the quick-thinking nurse at Weehawken High School whom he credits with saving Keoni's life.
"If it wasn't for the nurse at the high school, (Keoni) might not be here right now," Rivera said. "I want to say thank you to her. I haven't been able to yet, but I want to go and meet her one day and tell her thank you."


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messed up nose
my nose was kind of perfect before i started boxing, i never got nosebleed or swallen altough it started to get that fighter shaped nose like an ape... i like it this way better tough gives me a badder look...but today i sparred after a 2 month absent(1month from vacation and no training at all and the other of training but no sparring) and my nose is really swallen so i'm going to put ice on it before going to sleep but what if it stays the same way tomorrow ???
btw: it looks like it's some millimiters misplaced to the left omg O_o
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HILLSDALE —A Tekonsha, Mich., man was sentenced yesterday to 40 to 60 months in prison on convictions related to methamphetamine production.
During an appearance in Hillsdale County Circuit Court, Jason Burr Hursley, 24, received concurrent terms on three counts of attempted possession of a chemical used to make methamphetamine.
Hursley was arrested March 29 when he was caught trying to steal anhydrous ammonia from a farm supply store in Litchfield, Mich. Anhydrous ammonia is a component in making methamphetamine, an addictive drug that is classified as a stimulant.
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Top Definition
To fall down in an undignified way, especially if done slowly.
"Look at Ed, he's going to faint.
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A state of giving just a sneek preview of what being dead feels like.
I try to make myself faint every damn minute so i can actually skip ahead and die.
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A Faint is similar to the Taint but it is the area between the lower nose and upper lip.
Rachel said she wants a mustache ride, I said well then mount the Faint
作者 JJDynomite97 2009年2月24日
v. something people do if they can't stand learning about blook and guts in health
If someone faints, don't tease them or they'll pull your hair.
作者 saunia 2006年10月17日
the area between your nose and your upper lip. Much like the taint.
you kiss his faint, so why not kiss his taint?
作者 jamie and katelyn 2009年2月15日
Something that sucks or is totally lameo. Can also be used followed by "attack" if something totally faint happens.
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CHRAPEK - Jean E. Chrapek, Montoursville, 10:30 a.m. today, Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, 100 Walnut St., Montoursville.
DESANTO - Patricia J. DeSanto, Montoursville, 10:30 a.m. today, St. Joseph the Worker Parish, 702 W. Fourth St.
GORDNER - Marian S. Gordner, Avis, 11 a.m. today, Welker's, 125 N. Main St., Jersey Shore.
REYNOLDS - Virginia M. "Tiny" Reynolds, Watsontown, 11 a.m. today, Brooks', 124 Main St., Watsontown. Visitation 10 to 11 a.m.
RIDDELL - Frances Rose Riddell, East Fallowfield, 11 a.m. today, Wilde Funeral Home, 434 Main St., Parkesburg. Visitation 10 to 11 a.m. Interment 11 a.m. Saturday, Wildwood Cemetery.
O'BRIEN - Richard W. O'Brien, formerly of city, graveside service for Richard and Shirley, 1 p.m. today, Wildwood Cemetery.
ZWALD - Burial 1 p.m. today, Jersey Shore Cemetery, 1103 Locust St., Jersey Shore.
LOMISON - Caryl A. Lomison, Jersey Shore, graveside service 3 p.m. today, Schenck's Cemetery, Howard Township. Memorial to follow at 7 p.m., Lycoming Christian Church, 20 Chapel Hill Road, Linden.
WILLIAMS - Burns S. Williams, city, 6 p.m. today, All Saints Memorial Episcopal Church, 1656 Scott St. Visitation 5 to 6 p.m.
COON - Betty Mae Kirkpatrick Coon, city, 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Balls Mills United Methodist Church, 5941 Bloomingrove Road, Cogan Station. Visitation 6 to 8 p.m. tonight, Sanders', 821 Diamond St.
JOHNSON - William H. "John" Johnson Jr., Catawissa, 11 a.m. Saturday, Allen R. Horne Funeral Home, 193 McIntyre Road, Catawissa. Visitation 10 to 11 a.m.
MOORE - Aaron Curtis Moore, city, 11 a.m. Saturday, Rearick-Carpenter's, 1002 Allegheny St., Jersey Shore. Visitation 9 to 11 a.m.
STEPPE - Mary E. Steppe, Liberty, 11 a.m. Saturday, Friedens Lutheran Church, Liberty. Visitation 7 to 9 p.m. tonight, Freeberg's, Blossburg.
PYLE - John Pyle, Granville Summit, 2:30 p.m. Saturday, First Baptist Church, 579 Canton St., Troy. Visitation 1:30 to 2:30 p.m.
ENGLISH - JoAnn "Joey" English, Avis and formerly of Waterville, 1:30 p.m. Sunday, Rearick-Carpenter's, 1002 Allegheny St., Jersey Shore. Visitation noon to 1:30 p.m.
KETTLER - Karl "Pat" Kettler, Villages, Fla., formerly of city, 10:30 a.m. Monday, Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, 100 Walnut St., Montoursville. Visitation 9 to 10 a.m. Monday, Crouse's, 133 E. Third St.
SANTOMARCO - Antonio Santomarco, city, 11 a.m. Monday, Church of the Resurrection, 75 Musser Lane, Muncy. Visitation 10 to 11 a.m.
LAPPS - Dr. A. Vernon Lapps, Mansfield, 3 p.m. May 7, Buckheit's, 637 S. Main St., Mansfield. Visitation 2 to 3 p.m.
FRIEL - Mary Anna Clara Friel, city, 10 a.m. May 11, St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Renovo. Visitation 9 to 10 a.m.


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Wednesday, April 18
BPL preschool story time
Preschoolers are invited to meet in the children's corner of the Bitterroot Public Library on Wednesday, April 18 to enjoy "All the Pretty Horses!" with storyteller Diane Ackermann. Story time begins at 10:30 a.m. and is designed for children 3-5 years of age. All story times are free and open to the public.
NVPL storytime
A special Storytime celebrating Earth Day will be held Wednesday, April 18 from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Storytime is an important activity for babies, toddlers and preschoolers. It enriches literacy skills and instills an early love for reading and the library. This week, hear fun stories about Mother Earth and plant seeds to take home and to be planted in the Stevensville community garden. A healthy snack is always provided. North Valley Public Library is located at 208 Main Street, Stevensville. For more information, call the library at 777-5061.
Baby Sign Language Class
Would you like to jumpstart your baby's language development? Enhance your child's self-esteem? Stimulate your baby's intellectual development? Strengthen your parent-infant bond or reduce your child's communication frustrations?
Marcus Daly Rehabilitation Services offers a six week Baby Sign Language Class in the spring and fall for children 6 months to three years of age and their parents and siblings.
Spring class begins April 18. The class will meet every Wednesday for 6 weeks from 6 to 6:45 p.m. in the Marcus Daly Rehabilitation Service's pediatric gym. The gym is located inside the new Marcus Daly Rehabilitation Center at the west end of 1200 Westwood Drive, Hamilton. Amy Yockey, MS, CCC/SLP, an accomplished, licensed Speech Therapist at Marcus Daly Memorial Hospital, will be teaching this class. If you have a child in your life 6 months to 3 years of age, call Marcus Daly Rehabilitation Services at 375-4570 to reserve your spot. The fee is $25 and space is limited.
Backyard Chicken workshop
Have you ever thought how nice it would be to have your own hens and fresh eggs? A presentation on raising chickens will be held at the North Valley Public Library community room on Wednesday, April 18 and 25 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Learn the basics of raising your backyard chicken flock. MSU/Extension Nutrition Educator and local poultry expert, Virginia Chaffin, will lead this informative two-part workshop. The first workshop will cover topics such as breeds, buying chicks or adults, the basics of brooding and coops, equipment and feed. This class is free and open to the public. North Valley Public Library is located at 208 Main Street, Stevensville. For more information, call the library at 777-5061.
Irrigators' weed meeting
Irrigators and pond owners are invited to attend a meeting to learn about treatment options, regulations and permits needed for treating ditches and ponds for aquatic weeds and algae. The meeting will be held at the Corvallis Grange on Wednesday, April 18 beginning at 7 p.m. The Grange Hall is located about 1/8 mile west of Highway 93 on Dutch Hill Road.
Thursday, April 19
RASS training
State-mandated Responsible Alcohol Sales and Service training sessions will be offered by WMAS Prevention Programming on April 19, May 8, May 17 and June 19. Any community members who are not yet certified are welcome to attend and newly hired employees may take the training within 60 days of hire. The training is offered from 9 a.m. to noon in Hamilton and there is a $15 materials fee. Call to preregister by the day before the class is held. At least five participants are needed to hold a class. All classes are at 209 N. 10th Street, Suite C (the brown building) in Hamilton. For more information call Ryan at 532-9146.
End-of-life ethics presentation
Marcus Daly Hospice is hosting the Hospice Foundation of America's 2012 Spring Program, End-of-Life Ethics, on Thursday, April 19, from 1 to 4:30 p.m. in conference rooms B/C of Marcus Daly Memorial Hospital in Hamilton. The program will examine, using a case study approach, the ethical issues and dilemmas that emerge at the end of life, the principles of ethical decision-making and the effects of these decisions on staff and families. This program is recommended by the Hospice Foundation of America for professionals that includes clergy, counselors, nurses, nursing home administrators, social workers, case managers, psychologists, physicians, funeral directors, marriage and family therapist, caregivers, and those working with death, dying, grief or bereavement. The program is useful for all levels of education – entry level, intermediate or advanced as well as the public. The Hospice Foundation of America's program is divided into four segments: Why should we look at end-of-life care? How do we decide ethical issues? Who decides ethical issues? What should be decided? A 30-minute discussion will be held after the presentation. Continuing Education credits are available through the Hospice Foundation of America for a fee of $30 online or $40 by mail until May 3rd. The presentation is free and everyone is welcome to attend. For additional questions call Marcus Daly Hospice Services at 363-6503 or visit www.marcusdalyhospice.org.
Bitterroot Swim Team registration
Bitterroot Swim Team registration will be Thursday, April 19 from 6 to 8 p.m. at St. Francis Parish Community Center, Hamilton. There will be a mandatory parent meeting from 6:30 to 7 p.m. Competitive swim season runs from June 1-Aug 5, ages 5-18, daily practices at the Bitterroot Aquatic Center. For more info, to apply for a swim scholarship and to print registration form, go to bitterrootswimteam.org.
Back Country Horsemen
Bitterroot Back Country Horsemen host their monthly meeting on Thursday, April 19, at the Corvallis School Cafeteria on Eastside Highway in Corvallis. Potluck dinner will be served at 6:30 p.m. and the general meeting starts at 7:00. Dr. Tom Currier, DVM, will discuss spring tune-up issues for horses and riders, and guests are welcome. For more information call Karen at 961-0101 or check the website at www.bchmt.org/bitterroot.
The Hamilton-Bitterroot PFLAG (parents, families, friends of lesbians and gays) support group will meet Thursday, April 19 at 7 p.m. in the community basement room at St. Paul's Episcopal Church at 600 S. Third St. in Hamilton. PFLAG promotes the values of inclusiveness, safety and respect for all people. The PFLAG Pacific Northwest Regional Conference which is September 21-23 in Hamilton will be presented. The conference details and other resources can be viewed at PFLAGHamiltonBitterroot.org
Trout Unlimited
You won't want to miss the next Bitterroot Trout Unlimited Meeting on Thursday, April 19. The speaker will be Mike Ruhl from Yellowstone National Park who will speak about "Native Fish Management and Angling in Yellowstone National Park." The best job in the world? Mike Ruhl, a Fisheries Biologist in Yellowstone National Park, may have it. Over the course of the year he works in the best Native Trout fisheries in the world including rarely visited headwaters of Yellowstone Lake. The Park recently completed its Native Fish Conservation Plan, and TU was a major player. Anglers will not only benefit from this new plan, but angler volunteers can play a major role in the conservation effort. If you want to learn how you can help protect this unique resource for the future by fishing in some seldom visited spots, don't miss Mike's
program. This will be the last BRTU program until October. The meeting will be on Thursday, April 19 at 7 p.m. at the Hamilton Elks Lodge, 203 State St. It's open to the public and there is no charge for
admission. TU members will be having dinner with the speaker at 5 p.m. prior to the meeting at Spice of Life where owner Karen Suennen will donate 10% of the proceeds to the TU chapter.
Sex trafficking presentation
A presentation to raise awareness of domestic minor sex trafficking will be held Thursday, April 19 at 6 p.m. at the Hamilton Playhouse, 100 Rickets Road. The presentation will feature the documentary "Sex + Money: A National Search for Human Worth" with guest speaker from the Ravalli County Sheriff's Department. The event is hosted by Soroptimist International of Hamilton in conjunction with SAFE.
Stevi Council COW meeting
The Stevensville Town Council will hold a Committee of the Whole meeting on Thursday, April 19 at 6:30 p.m. in the Town Council Chambers, 206 Buck Street, Stevensville. Agenda items include: final review of the proposed Sign Ordinance; presentation on Twin Creeks Subdivision by Nathan Lucke, Territorial Landworks, with proposed changes for conditions of approval; transient vendor license final review; flood insurance program; and computer usage policy.
BPL Fellowship Club
The Bitterroot Public Library Fellowship Club will meet Thursday, April 19 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the West Meeting Room of the Library, to discuss the book titled "Taking the Leap: Freeing Ourselves from Old Habits and Fears" by Pema Chodron.
This gently encouraging book by popular teacher Chodron applies Buddhist wisdom to the problems of deeply ingrained reactions. Chodron writes that "we already have what we need" to change and heal. Chodron draws on the Buddhist concept of shenpa to help us see how certain habits of mind tend to 'hook' us and get us stuck in states of anger, blame, self-hatred, and addiction. She explains how by recognizing these patterns, and uncovering three basic human qualities which we all possess, i.e. natural intelligence, natural warmth, and natural openness, we can begin to take a bold step towards a positive transformation for ourselves and for our troubled world. The book provides insights, practices, and techniques that can be easily used by anyone as valuable tools for change in uncertain times.
Pema Chodron is an American Buddhist nun in the lineage of Tibetan master Chogyam Trungpa. She is resident teacher at Gampo Abbey in Nova Scotia, the first Tibetan monastery in North America established for Westerners. Chodron is also the author of many books and audio-books, including the best-selling "When Things Fall Apart," "Don't Bite the Hook," "The Wisdom of No Escape," and "The Places That Scare You."
The BPL Fellowship Club meets every second Thursday of the month and is free and open to anyone seeking to promote individual and collective well-being. Call 363-1670, or email firstname.lastname@example.com for more information.
Friday, April 20
Forest Friday Breakfast
Bitterroot National Forest Supervisor Julie King will hold this month's Forest Friday breakfast on Friday, April 20 at BJ's Restaurant, 900 N. 1st street in Hamilton. The public is invited to join her for breakfast and discussion from 7 to 9 a.m.
Forest Friday's are a new event, started in 2012 by the Bitterroot National Forest. They occur every other month and are a no-host breakfast meeting at a local restaurant with the goal of sharing good food, great company, and a little information about what's happening on the National Forest.
This month's topics include wildfires in the Bitterroot and an update on recent trail improvement projects. For more information contact the Bitterroot National Forest at 363-7100.
NVPL book sale
The North Valley Public Library will hold its Big Spring Book Sale at the Community Room of the Library, Main Street, Stevensville, on Friday, April 20, and Saturday, April 21, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. both days. Books, books and more books in every genre imaginable, with more children's books, some for teens and lots of fiction and non-fiction of every description. All you can carry just for the price of a donation. These good books need a good home. Come see for yourself.
North Valley Pachyderm Club
The North Valley Pachyderm Club will meet Friday, April 20, at noon at The Frontier Café, Hwy 93 in Stevensville. Guest speakers will be Republican candidates for HD90, incumbent Ed Greef and his opponent Ron Pifer. Attendees will also hear from candidates running for Clerk of District Court, Maureen Presswoood and Paige Trautwein. The North Valley Pachyderm Club meets the first and third Friday of each month from noon to 1 p.m. at the Frontier Cafe. The North Valley Pachyderm Club is an educational arm of the Republican Party. All are welcome.
Zinke to speak
State Senator Ryan Zinke of Whitefish, former Commanding Officer of SEAL Team 6, will be speaking and answering questions on Friday, April 20 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Hamilton Senior Center on Friday, April 20 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. He is also running for Lieutenant Governor and will field questions concerning SEAL Team 6 and his vision for the future of Montana. Refreshments will be served.
'Take Back the Night' event
The Seventh Annual Take Back the Night will be held on Friday, April 20. This year's event includes many family-friendly activities, so all members of the community can show support for healthy and safe relationships.
The evening will start with a community potluck at 6 p.m. at Hamilton City Hall. At 6:30, Brevy Walden will lead drumming and music for all. Bring your own bucket or noisemaker to join the fun. Drumsticks will be provided (for keeps) for everyone.
At 7:30, participants will form a bucket brigade for a 14-block march. Goodies will be served at City Hall following the march. At 8:00, there will be readings and adult reflective time at City Hall.
Take Back the Night marches and rallies are held throughout the world each year to advocate for the rights of everyone to feel safe from violence, inspire communities to take a stand, and to raise awareness about violence against women. April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month.
Everyone deserves to be safe from violence in their own homes and streets. Join in using voices (and drums) to promote peace in families and community.
For more information, call Jamie, Sonya or Wendy at SAFE, 363-2793.
Film showing
Calvary Baptist Church, 330 3rd Avenue, Victor, will present a free showing of the film "Courageous" on Friday, April 20 at 7 p.m. Child care will be provided. All are welcome.
Saturday, April 21
Home Improvement Workshop for Women
Soroptimist Options for Women and Habitat for Humanity will sponsor a free workshop on home improvement for women on Saturday, April 21 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 502 S. 4th Street, Hamilton. Call 360-7332 to register or for more information. Gain a basic understanding of how your home works, and how to manage basic repairs yourself. This "hands on" workshop will cover the basics on how to locate your home's electrical, gas and water shutoffs. Save time and money by gaining basic plumbing, electrical, yard maintenance and power tools skills.
Drug Take Back Day
With mounting concern over the ill effects of medication disposal to the environment, Valley Drug and Variety in Stevensville is sponsoring a prescription drug Take Back Day which is designed to provide the public with a way to properly dispose of unused or expired medication.
Residents can bring all their unused or expired prescription drugs or over-the-counter medicines to Valley Drug & Variety on Saturday, April 21, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. There will be a Take Back station set up in the foyer at the rear entrance to Valley Drug. Stevensville Police Department and Valley Drug & Variety are partnering on this event and will have a police officer available to assist in the collection and disposal of these unused medications.
It is important to dispose of medication properly to protect both people and the environment. In addition to the environmental impact of trashing and flushing medications, there is a risk of unused drugs getting in the wrong hands. The Office of National Drug Control reports that prescription drugs are the drug of choice among 12 and 13 year olds, while a third of all new abusers of prescription drugs are between 12 and 17.
Gardening lecture
The second installment of the lecture series, "Grow Your Soil" given by organic farmer Rod Daniel, will take place Saturday, April 21 at 10 a.m. in the meeting room of the Bitterroot Public Library. Learn why worms are a great asset to the gardener. Rod Daniel has been cultivating worms for many years. A healthy population of red wigglers supply worm castings which can be used as a supplement for your potting and garden soils. Worms are incredible allies in building healthy soils, and Rod will enthusiastically share his experience. Participants will learn the difference among earthworms, night crawlers and red wigglers and will learn to cultivate and maintain populations of each. This free program is sponsored by Sam's Spade Garden Tools & Wares and is open to the public. Call 363-1293 for more information.
Seed/Bedding Plant Swap/Sale
Sustainable Living Systems will hold its Annual Seed and Bedding Plants Swap/Sale for Earth Day on Saturday, April 21 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Rocky Mountain Grange (1 mile S. of Hamilton on Hwy 93). Set up is at 10 a.m. Cost is $5.00/table. Goodies will be available. Jill Davies will give a talk about the importance of seed saving at 1 p.m. because seed is at the heart of food security in every community, covering how to grow seed, how to keep varieties true-to-type, how to select for locally-adapted varieties, and other seedy topics. Anyone may bring seeds that they have produced to exchange, give away or sell, including seeds of vegetables, flowers, herbs, crops, green manures, etc.
Recycled Art Show
Art City reopens with its 14th Annual Recycled Art show in celebration of Earth Day. The art works, created from discarded materials and found objects, are a whimsical commentary on our throw away culture as well as a creative reuse what would otherwise be considered junk.
Artists are welcome to submit works in any media made with reused, discarded or repurposed materials. Bring work to Art City no later than Thursday, April 19.
There will be an opening reception at Art City on Saturday, April 21 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The work may be seen through May 26.
Art City is a co-operatively managed gallery featuring work by local artists. It is located in an historic downtown Hamilton building at 407 W. Main St. Spring open hours are Thursday through Saturday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and other days by chance or appointment.
For more information contact Art City at 363-4764 or Vivian Yang at 363-3198.
Earth Day event
An Earth Day Extravaganza will be held on Saturday, April 21 from 12 noon to 5 p.m. at Cottage Garden Greenhouse, located halfway between Stevensville and Florence on Eastside Hwy. There will be free gardening seminars on a variety of topics all afternoon beginning at noon, as well as impromptu discussions and tasty garden goodies to sample. Call 777-3061 for more information.
Methodist Youth Fundraiser
Stevensville United Methodist Youth Group is sponsoring a Spaghetti Feed Fundraiser on Saturday, April 21 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Stevensville Methodist Church, 216 College St. All funds raised will go to scholarships for youth to attend the Flathead Lake United Methodist Camp. This event is open to the public, and cost is by donation.
Farmers market vendor training
The Hamilton Farmers Market Co-op will hold a new vendor meeting Saturday, April 21 for vendors new to selling at the Hamilton Farmers Market. It will be a training session focusing on the Rules of the Market and how to increase your sales as a vendor. This meeting will be at the Corvallis Grange Hall at 1 p.m. Call for a New Vendor Information packet before the meeting as the packet will be reviewed at the meeting. Please note that new vendors must live in Ravalli County and their products must be grown or crafted in Montana.
The Hamilton Farmers Market Co-op's opening day will be Saturday, May 5th with a May Fest for Children. This year there will be a Cinco de Mayo party and all local day schools and children's programs are invited to have a free booth that day. A kids' parade and May Pole dances will be held, plus a piñata silent auction fundraiser. The University of Montana Marimba Band will welcome in the summer! If you would like to promote your children's group at Opening Market or submit a piñata for the auction, call Laura, Market Master, at 961-0004. Proceeds from the auction will be split equally between the piñata creators and the Market.
A Mother's Day Cake Walk sponsored by SAFE, will be held May 12.
Laura Craig, Market Manager at 961-0004, will answer questions, mail Information Packets and opening day and piñata silent auction registration forms to you.
Come celebrate the market's twentieth year of providing the best in locally handcrafted and homegrown Bitter Root goodness.
Farmers market WIC training
Ravalli County WIC will be holding training for farmers who would like to start accepting WIC coupons at markets or farm stands on Saturday, April 21 at 2:30 p.m. For information call Ravalli County WIC at 375-6685. You can also find out information on line about the Farm Direct Program: http://wic.mt.gov/farmdirect.shtml
Guitar workshop
A free workshop covering various styles of country fingerpicking guitar playing will be held on Saturday, April 21 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Music Box, 612 N. 1st, Hamilton. The basic styles of Mother Maybelle Carter, Merle Travis, Doc Watson and Chet Atlkins will be demonstrated and discussed. A simple finger roll will be taught as a technique for learning fingerpicking. For information call Clem, 961-4949.
Prophetic presentation
Rev. Dr. Jonathan Hansen, founder and president of World Ministries International, will share prophetic information on "America in Crisis" on Saturday, April 21 at 7 p.m. and Saturday, April 22 beginning at 10 a.m. at the Bitterroot River inn, 139 Bitterroot Plaza Drive in Hamilton. Dr. Hansen speaks to the presidents and governments of the world with a prophetic and apostolic mantle and prophesied 9/11 and Hurricane Katrina. The event is hosted by Pillar of Truth Church. For more information call Mark Stoltzfus, senior pastor, 241-2432.
Sunday, April 22
Five Valley Accordion Assn.
The Five Valley Accordion Association will hold its next jam/dance Session on Sunday, April 22 at the "Rustic Hut" in Florence. The event will run from 1 to 5 p.m. Admission is $3.00 for members, $4.00 for non-members, and free for performing musicians. Live music is performed by accordions, guitars, banjos, bass, and drums. Come join in the music, dancing, fun and fellowship. For more information call Helen Brady at 370-8452.
BPAC series
Legendary Grammy award-winning Sweet Honey in the Rock will be performing on Sunday, April 22 at 7:30 p.m. at the Performing Arts Center (PAC) in Hamilton. To purchase tickets, stop by the box office at
127 W. Main Street in Hamilton, or call 363-7946 for more information, or visit
Monday, April 23
Stevi school menu
April 23-27
Monday: Breakfast – Cereal or yogurt, fruit, toast, milk; Lunch – Burrito, mixed veggies, pears, bread & butter, milk
Tuesday: Breakfast – Pancakes, fruit, toast, milk; Lunch – Chicken & noodles, tossed salad, apples, bread & butter, milk
Wednesday: Breakfast – Muffins, fruit, toast, milk; Lunch – Sloppy Joes, taters, peaches, bread & butter, milk
Thursday: Breakfast – Cinnamon rolls, fruit, toast, milk; Lunch – Chicken drumsticks, mashed potatoes, gravy, kiwi, bread & butter, milk
Friday: Breakfast – Cereal or yogurt, fruit, toast, milk; Lunch – Corn dogs, baked beans, mandarin oranges, bread & butter, milk.
Rotary Club
Julie Altemus, executive director of the Montana Wood Products Association, will be the speaker at the next meeting of the Hamilton Rotary Club on Monday, April 23 at noon. Julie will be presenting information about the Wood Products Association which is the major voice for the wood products industry in Montana. The club meets Mondays at noon at BJ's Restaurant, 900 N. 1st Street, Hamilton. There will be time for questions and discussion. This meeting is open to the public. For further information call 363-2960.
Tuesday, April 24
Republican Women's Club
The Ravalli County Republican Women's Club will hold its monthly meeting and lunch on Tuesday, April 24 at 11:30 a.m. at BJ's Restaurant in Hamilton. Guest speakers will be Republican candidates for SD45, State Representative Gary MacLaren (HD89) and former State Senator Fred Thomas. Ravalli County Republican Women meet the fourth Tuesday of each month.
Job networking night
On Tuesday, April 24, Rural Employment Opportunities (REO), in conjunction with the Bitterroot Job Service, will be hosting a job networking event called Workers Employed through Community Asset Networks (WECAN).
WECAN is a community-based, collaborative program that connects job seekers to employment and networking opportunities, in addition to financial education information. Participants will have the opportunity to connect with fellow community members, share information about jobs and training opportunities, and learn about the new WECAN Online Network at wecanmontana.org. The program also provides opportunities for community members to volunteer as financial coaches or career mentors.
WECAN will hold a networking night for job seekers, community service providers, employers and local volunteers on Tuesday, April 24 at 5 p.m. at Liaisons Café, 111 N. 2nd, Hamilton. Food will be provided.
The event is for job seekers, individuals interested in receiving financial education information, and individuals interested in becoming career and/or financial education mentors.
Looking for a job can feel like work, but it does not have to be that way. A job network can also be a fun support network.
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ANIMAL-LOVERS are being urged to 'paws' for a cup of tea at the Bromsgrove Blue Cross tomorrow (Saturday) when the charity hosts its popular tea party and sponsored dog walk.
Staff have been baking up some tasty cakes all week ready for the event, which takes place at the centre in Wildmoor Lane between 10am and 3pm.
Visitors will be able to enjoy a nice hot drink and a piece of cake for a small donation, with all the cash going towards the care of the homeless cats and dogs at the centre.
There will also be games, tombolas and stalls selling animal-related goodies.
Neil Edwards, the manager of Bromsgrove's Blue Cross, said: "There's always time for a nice cuppa, so this really is a very easy way to help animals in need.
"Every tea and slice of cake we sell will help Blue Cross care for even more poorly and homeless pets.
"We'd love to see as many people as possible on the day."
For more energetic residents, there will also be a sponsored dog walk where visitors can choose one of two routes on offer.
There is a 4.5-mile route for those wanting more of a challenge and a shorter mile-long stroll for people with disabilities and those with younger children. Sponsorship forms can be collected from the centre or walkers can pay £5 on the day.
All dogs taking part will receive a certificate, rosette and goodie bag.
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Alternatively, to keep up with the centre's news, join the Bromsgrove Blue Cross group on Facebook.
Those wanting to hold their own tea parties to raise funds for the Blue Cross can log onto www.bluecross.org.uk/teaparty where free host packs and plenty of great recipe ideas can be downloaded.
Today (Saturday), is also the charity's first fortnightly car boot sale of the year at the Wildmoor Lane Centre.
They run until August, with the next one taking place next Saturday (May 24).
Those wanting to sell pay £5 per car or £10 per van or trailer.


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This program features four brief tales by absolute masters of the form—Edgar Allan Poe, Guy de Maupassant, Saki and Thomas Wolfe—in which something unexpected occurs.
The first story, "Sphinx," is an elegant chiller by Edgar Allan Poe. This great American poet and storyteller is credited by at least some literary historians as the actual inventor of the short story, or at least of the subgenres of fantasy and detective fiction. "Sphinx," a haunting, visceral tale, is one of the former, and is read Kathleen Widdoes, whose stage credits include "The Importance of Being Earnest", Neil Simon's "Brighton Beach Memoirs," the revival of "You Can't Take It With You," and "Hamlet." On television she has appeared—like almost every reader for SELECTED SHORTS—on "Law and Order," as well as most of the major daytime television dramas.
We turn for our second story of the unexpected from Edgar Allan Poe to a French master almost 50 years younger than Poe, Guy de Maupassant. Like Poe, de Maupassant died young, at the age of 43—in an asylum in Paris. And like Poe, de Maupassant was very prolific, the author of over 300 short stories. de Maupassant was a protégé of Gustav Flaubert's and may owe something of his style to this exacting master. The reader of his intricate "Minuet" is the distinguished stage and screen actor Rene Auberjonois, whose many credits include a recurring role on "Boston Legal." Stage credits include "Coco" (Tony Award), "The Good Doctor," and "City of Angels," as well as Shakespeare productions including "Twelfth Night" and "Richard III." Screen roles include that of Father Mulcahy in Robert Altman's legendary "M*A*S*H."
Our third story is by the English writer H.H. Munro, who published under the name of Saki. Munro was born in British-ruled Burma in 1870 and died in combat in World War I in 1916. His books include The Unbearable Bassington and The Rise of the Russian Empire. His many short stories, such as "The Open Window" and "Sredni Vashtar," were celebrated for their dark subversive twists. The story presented on this program, "The Toys of Peace," while a little mellower, is characteristically caustic about human nature. The reader is Dana Ivey, whose screen and stage credits include "The Color Purple;" "Postcards from the Edge;" "Major Barbara;" "Present Laughter" and "The Last Night in Ballyhoo."
Our fourth story is Thomas Wolfe's "Only The Dead Know Brooklyn." Wolfe is the celebrated author of such American classics as Look Homeward, Angel and Time and the River. SHORTS host Isaiah Sheffer reads this eccentric tale of an unsettling encounter on a New York City subway line, and before his read, provides an impromptu lesson in how to speak Brooklynese (forget "dese" and "dem" and "dose boids", he says.)
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Jenna Bush is stepping into the spotlight with her first book, Ana's Story: A Journey of Hope, to be published this fall.
The president's daughter, 25, tells USA Today that the book is not political. Rather, the tale of a 17-year-old single mother in Latin America who is living with HIV, is about "getting kids thinking and involved," she says.
Though Bush has been somewhat press shy during her father's time in office, she says "I'm willing to give up some of my anonymity" to promote her cause.
The book – aimed at teens and featuring photos by Mia Baxter, a former University of Texas classmate of Bush's – will end with a "call to action," encouraging readers to confront issues of "exclusion" that range from examining HIV discrimination to "inviting new kids to sit with them in the cafeteria," says Bush.
The book, to be published by HarperCollins and whose earnings Bush says she will donate to UNICEF, grew out of her efforts on behalf of the group to "put a face on statistics" about children of extreme poverty in Central and South America.
Although Jenna accompanied her mother, Laura Bush, on a 2005 goodwill tour of Africa, her new author status should help put to rest the party-girl image that Jenna and her twin, Barbara (who works at a New York museum), cultivated a few years ago.
In response, Jenna told the newspaper, "I care what people who know me think of me. I think they would disagree (with the image). I like to go to bed early."
And when the book is published, she'll be making the social rounds again – only, this time, to schools, libraries and bookstores. "This is not about me," says Bush, who is still in Panama, "but the kids I met here."
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Retail sales did better than expected in May, posting the largest increase in six months according the Department of Commerce.
Sales jumped by 1 percent - double what many economists were expecting.
"Recession? What recession?" asked Joel Naroff, chief economist at Naroff Economic Advisors. "Spending in April and May was solid in just about every category."
The spike comes as economic stimulus payments helped offset skyrocketing gas and food prices.
"Yes, we bought a lot more gasoline as prices skyrocketed. More importantly, you name the good, electronics, appliances, clothing, health care, food or general merchandise and sales rose. We even ate out more. That is impressive, to say the least," Naroff said.
The news should come as music to the ears of the Bush administration. Congressional leaders passed the stimulus checks to boost a lagging economy plagued by - among other things - a housing slump, credit crisis and increased unemployment.
Economist Ian Shepherdson suggested that consumers' returning to their old, carefree spending habits was one reason for the increase.
While he conceded that such behavior could be attributed to the stimulus payments - he said the checks were only a temporary boost to a spending increase that would not last. The result: a weaker economic performance in the months coming.
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The internationalization of the NBA has been considered by most to be a good thing. Some of the games biggest names hearken from distant shores, which has served to increase the NBA interest in those far off lands while improving the quality of play. Sure, the amount of flopping might have increased, but it's still a small price to pay for Dirk's, Yao's and Mevedenko's of the world. So the more nations represented, the merrier.
But there's one other problem; those names. It's hard figuring out how to pronounce a name in English that has four consecutive vowels. Our tongues just don't roll like that.
At no time of the year is this problem highlighted more than during the draft. As has become a yearly ritual, some team will find some guy playing in god-knows-where, draft him with a second-round pick, then expect their fans to chant his name when he gets off the bench for his four minutes of garbage time. Not to mention that every fans wants to be the guy who can say "I've been lobbying for the [favorite team name] to draft [international player no one has every heard of] from months!" But how can you make that claim if you're worried about mis-pronouncing the name of your new favorite player?
So with all of that in mind, here's the 2007 NBA Draft Pronunciation Guide (thanks to Trail Blazer Colin for the list). If I were you, I'd practice some of the harder names, as you know the Blazers are going to pick at least one of these guys with one of their four second-round picks.
Luksa Andric (Luke-SAH Anne-DHREE-CH)
Ralfi Silva Ansaloni (RAL-fi Seal-va ANNE -sa-LONI)
Stanko Barac (Stan-KO BAH-rats)
Rodrigue Beaubois (Rud-rig Beau-bois)
Mirza Begic (MEER-ZAH Beg-ICH)
Marco Belinelli (Mar-co Belle-EE-NELLI)
Kaspars Berzins (Cus-PARS Bear-JINZ)
Luka Bogdanovic (LUCA BOG-da-NO-VICH)
Yannick Bokolo (YA-NICK BO-ko-LO)
Hakan Demirel (HA-Khan Demi-RELLE)
Romain Duport (RO-may Dsu-POR)
Zoran Erceg (Zor-ANNE AIR-TSEG)
Rudy Fernandez (FER-NAN-DEZ)
Kyrylo Fesenko (KI-ri-LO FES-en-KO)
Marc Gasol (GA-SOUL)
Vladimir Golubovic (Vlad-ee-MEER Go-Lube-O-VICH)
Joao Gomes (JO-ah-oh GO-MEZ)
Rafael Hettsheimeier (RAF-ee-ELLE Hett-SHY-MER)
Deyan Ivanov (DEY-aun EE-van-OV)
Kaloyan Ivanov (Kal-O-YAN EE-van-OV)
Maxym Ivshyn (Max-IME If-SHINN)
Petteri Koponen (Pett-er-EE Cope-O-NEN)
Marko Lekic (Mar-KO LAY-KICH)
Jonas Maciulis (YO-nas MA-CHEW-lis)
Ivan Maras (EE-van MAH-ras)
Manuchar Markoishvili (MAN-O-HARR MARKO-ish-VEAL-EE)
Brad Newley (NEW-LI)
Douglas Angelo Nunes (Doug-LASS Anne-HELLO NOON-YEZ)
Caner Oner (Can-AIR O-NAIR)
Hrvoje Peric (HER-voy-yeah PEAR-ICH)
Miroslav Raduljica (ME-ro-SLAV Radul-YEET-ZHA)
Milovan Rakovic (MIL-O-VAN RACK-O-VICH)
Renaldas Seibutis (Raya-NALL-das SAY-bu-TIS)
Nikita Shabalkin (Nee-KEET-A Shah-BALL-KIN)
Sidiki Sidibe (Sid-EE-KEE SID-ee-beh)
Dimitri Sokolov (Dee-mee-TREE Sah-Kah-LOV)
Tiago Splitter (TI-A-GO SPLIT-TER)
Vladimir Stimac (Vlad-EE-MEER SHTEE-MATZ)
Sun, Yue (SAHN YOU)
Gabriel Szalay (Gab-ree-ELLE ZAH-LIE)
Mirza Teletovic (Meer-ZAH Tele-TO-VICH)
Marko Tomas (Mar-KO TOH-mas)
Ante Tomic (An-TEH TOM-ICH)
Caio Torres (Kai-O TOR-REZ)
Ali Traore (All-EE Tray-OR-AY)
Yi Jianlian (YEE JE-anne LEE-anne)
Artem Zabelin (ARR-tem ZA-belle-IN)


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Wildrose to huddle over policy changes
EDMONTON — Wildrose Leader Danielle Smith admits the heat is on to cool global warming and douse a lake of fire when her party meets this weekend at its annual convention.
"We all know some of the things that caused difficulty during the (last election) campaign," said Smith.
"I am hoping that (party members) will endorse the view I took during the campaign that a Wildrose government will not pass policy on controversial moral issues."
The election on April 23 saw Wildrose hopes to form government hit the ditch over racist and homophobic comments from candidates and from Smith's own assertion that the science of climate change was not proven.
"I don't know that we've ever taken a formal position on (climate change) as a party, but it's quite clear that the public is looking for us to make a stronger statement on it," said Smith.
"Our members are pragmatic and realistic about this issue, and we have got international treaty obligations. We also have an expectation from our customers that we're going to produce this (oil) resource in a way that has less and less emissions, and that includes greenhouse gases."
Saturday's meeting at an Edmonton hotel will be the start of policy change discussions to be voted on at next year's meeting.
It has been seven months since the Wildrose won 17 seats to become the official Opposition to Premier Alison Redford's Progressive Conservatives. The Tories won 61 seats.
For Smith, it was an enervating breakthrough but also a crushing disappointment.
Polls suggested as late as the final week of the campaign that the Wildrose had a chance of forming government by tapping into voter discontent over changes to private land rules and lavish payouts to politicians under the Tories.
But the wheels came off when a year-old blog surfaced from Edmonton Wildrose candidate Allan Hunsperger who suggested gay people would "suffer the rest of eternity in the lake of fire" if they didn't change their lifestyles.
Wildrose Calgary candidate Ron Leech was forced to apologize for suggesting in a radio interview that he was better suited to communicate with people of all races because he was white.
Smith was forced to endorse the right of candidates to their personal opinions while promising those views wouldn't spill into Wildrose policy.
She ignored cries from some to cut Hunsperger and Leech loose. Both were defeated.
Smith herself was shouted down at a leaders forum just before polling day when she questioned the science of climate change.
Environmentalists said a Smith government that didn't believe in climate change couldn't be expected to be serious about cleaning up toxic emissions from the oilsands.
Redford successfully tied the issue to Alberta's international image by saying she doubted voters wanted a leader on the world stage who denied climate change.
Wildrose house leader Rob Anderson said the campaign showcased the growing pains any group in politics goes through.
"It's part of the maturing of every party," said Anderson.
"Most of our policies are very sound, but there are some that we do need to change.
"There's just some stuff left over from five, six years ago that needs to be cleaned up a bit and fall in line ... with the mainstream of our party, which is the mainstream of Alberta."
Anderson said the new caucus has successfully held the government's feet to the fire in the fall sitting of the legislature.
"We feel we have a lot more ability to change what's going on in the legislature, to frame the debate, to push the agenda that we want to push, whether that's property rights or democratic reform or finances," said Anderson.
"I think you'll see us come out of this AGM and the 2013 policy AGM in a very strong position to win the next election."


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Dr. Catherine M. McCottry
Dr. Catherine McKee McCottry, the daughter of John and Violet Miller McKee, was born February 3, 1921. She is a native of Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. McCottry received professional preparation and training from Barber Scotia Junior College (Concord, North Carolina), a finishing school for young girls. In 1941 she earned her B.S. degree in Biology from Johnson C. Smith University and earned her medical degree from Howard University School of Medicine in 1945. Dr. Charles Drew the founder of the Blood Bank was one of her instructors and her mentor.
Because of Dr. McCottry's hard work and determination she made history in becoming the first female student to graduate from Johnson C. Smith University and obtain a medical degree. She completed her residencies at Harlem Hospital, New York, N.Y., and Good Samaritan Hospital in Charlotte, North Carolina. She completed her residency at Provident Hospital, Chicago, Illinois. After completing her residencies, Dr. McCottry returned to Charlotte, North Carolina and was the first African American female physician of the 20th century and the first African American female OBGYN in the Charlotte area. She married Dr. Turner M. McCottry and in 1952 she moved to Charleston, South Carolina, where she joined him in practice and the two became the first husband and wife African American medical team in the area. This outstanding surgeon was the first African American female Obstetrician Gynecologist in the Charleston area. In the late 1960's she was the first African American physician to desegregate all Charleston hospitals.
For over 45 years, Catherine McCottry helped to educate the community on health matters through many initiatives. She was the chair and founder of the Gamma Xi Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority's Health Committee, initiating a countywide hypertension program to educate 15-23 year olds. She helped fundraising efforts for the American Cancer Society, and as a part of Dr. McCottry's untiring dedication to the American Cancer Society there is a nook in the HOPE Lodge in Charleston, SC (a retreat for cancer patients) named after her. Dr. McCottry received a gold pin from the American Cancer Society for her diligent service. She has received numerous awards and accolades and has served on many boards. Dr. McCottry was featured in the 2000 BellSouth African American Calendar. She was also inducted in the SC African American Hall of Fame.
In 2005, Dr. McCottry was honored as a Local Legend in Charlotte, North Carolina as the first female doctor of the 20th century in Charlotte, North Carolina. This exhibit was displayed in the Charlotte Museum until June, 2006 and is a part of a national exhibit and honor. In May of 2006, Dr. McCottry received an honorary doctorate degree from her undergraduate college, Johnson C. Smith. In 2008, Dr. McCottry was profiled in the Post and Courier's High Profile for her achievements and trail blazing accomplishments in the medical community.
She was honored by the MOJA Arts Festival on two different occasions, the Community Tribute Luncheon and Standing on the Shoulders of our Elders. Most recently, she established a scholarship at Johnson C. Smith University named the Catherine McKee McCottry, MD, PhD and Lillie Rose McKee Scholarship Fund to be used for young women who are interested in the science field.
This humble servant, Dr. Catherine McKee McCottry, is a member of Zion-Olivet Presbyterian Church.
She has two children, Charles McCottry (Barbara) and Tammy McCottry-Brown (Christopher), six grandchildren, Catherine, Taylor, Shemar, Mya Jo, Jordan, Christopher and her special daughter Frances Clayton Gray.
Dr. McCottry says, "She did not have the money or resources to pursue her studies but she was persistent and persevered knowing and believing, that if you do what's in your heart and set your course, with the help of God and your faith you can achieve anything."


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For a month and a half, I blogged about my journey through the home buying process in painstaking detail [3]. For those of you who read along, you may have cringed at some of my decisions and bitten your tongue if you saw my mistakes. Some of you didn't and for that I am extremely grateful because it helped me avoid some costly errors. But now, over a month after I've moved into the home, I will analyze my decisions outside the "heat of the battle" and write brief "autopsies" that may prove useful to those who still need to make the plunge.
On a personal level, this is important for me to admit my mistakes and to learn from them. From a completeness and correctness standpoint, it's important to spotlight the mistakes because someone who knows as much as I did when I started may read something here they believe is the "correct" way – when it is in fact not the correct way.
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The intense competition of the global economy demands that all of America's young people receive the kind of education they need and deserve. Yet to make that happen, the United States must confront the fact that inequality continues to plague its public schools.
One of the most harmful manifestations of this is that local school district funding is allocated in a way that hurts poor and minority students. And, indirectly, existing federal legislation condones and has historically supported these funding practices. Federal education-funding requirements, in short, exacerbate existing inequality in education at the local level.
This happens because of language in Title I of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965, the so-called "comparability provision" that was supposed to promote equality of education but indeed does not. Its basic notion is that state and local funds for schools should be equitable before federal Title I funds are added to schools with large concentrations of low-income students. The comparability provision, however, also contains what some of us consider to be a loophole that allows long-standing ways that local funds have been…
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Liver Metastases Help Predict Overall Survival in Metastatic Prostate Cancer Patients
June 3, 2012 -- A collaborative research team studied liver metastases in relation to overall survival in men with treatment-resistant metastatic prostate cancer (TRMPCa). Typically, patients with TRMPCa who have liver metastases have poor prognosis for survival.
The research team, including authors William Kevin Kelly, Susan Halabi, Michael Anthony Carducci, Daniel J. George, John Francis Mahoney, Walter Michael Stadler, Michael J. Morris, Philip W. Kantoff, J. P. Monk and Eric Jay Small, found that men without liver metastases lived 8.2 months longer compared to men whose cancer did metastasize, despite both groups having similar progression free survival and response to docetaxel based chemotherapy.
The study was multi-institutional and included 1,050 patients. Researchers assessed the prognostic significance of liver metastases in predicting overall survival and progression free survival, adjusting for stratification factors.
Fifty-nine of those patients had documented liver metastases. Patients with liver metastases had higher baseline alkaline phosphatase (ALK) and lactate dehydrogenase (ADH) levels compared to patients without liver metastases. The median overall survival time in patients with liver metastases was 14.4 compared to 22.6 months for patients without liver metastasis. The HR for treatment effect (docetaxel and prednisone with either bevacizumab or placebo) for liver metastases was not statistically significant for either group.
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He's launching a new label through Kickstarter.By Charlotte Cowles
Ouch.By Charlotte Cowles
He wants them to pull shoes he said are copied off the shelves.By Alex Rees
Rebekka Bay replaces Patrick Robinson at last.By Charlotte Cowles
Nike's Jil Stanton and Uniqlo's Liz Meltzer.By Charlotte Cowles
The six designers get the chance to produce a limited-edition collection.By Alex Rees
Admit it, you needed this today.By Charlotte Cowles
Can Tracy Gardner save the brand?By Charlotte Cowles
According to a new study.By Ally Betker
She created a series of "whimsical drawings" which Gap used as prints on comfy separates.By Alex Rees and Amy Odell
Gap's CEO admits that they just aren't attracting shoppers.By Charlotte Cowles
Some customers think they're inappropriate.By Alex Rees
Including Gap, Banana Republic, Old Navy, and Athleta locations.By Alex Rees
Also, a huge and very rare pink diamond sold for $46.1 million in Switzerland.
Babies are so materialistic these days.By Amy Odell
But isn't heritage supposedly hot right now?By Caitlin Petreycik