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Discussion in 'General Gun Discussions' started by FW, Aug 25, 2004.
Will an ultrasonic clean cause any harm to gun parts?
Will it clean them very well?
To my understanding, should work great.
But consideirng hteir small size or great price if larger, seems hardly worth the hassle to me to use on trigger / action parts.
If it does there was something seriously wrong with the part to begin with.
Should clean them as well as you can. I don't know how well it will work on metal fouling in the bore though...
Are there any available with a reasonable price tag?
What's reasonable? Well how about less than $100?
It might be worth your while to verify the cleaning solutions you intend to use are not injurious to plastic if you're cleaning a plastic gun or one with plastic parts.
We use them a lot in the semiconductor industry. There mostly for cleaning things you can't physically touch with out damaging it. That's why they use them a lot for cleaning crevices on delicate jewelry.
I think it would do an excellent job on gun parts but it's slightly over kill, most things you use them for require a special holder cause you don't want the pieces being cleaned, scraping and bouncing on the bottom of the metal tank needed to deliver the waves.
Well I'll say this about that. I was at the county police range last year or so and they had just got a new ultrasonic gun cleaning machine. I watched as they put the first batch of Glocks through the cleaning process and when they came out half of the slide was WHITE as the finish had just been taken off. My eyes almost bugged outta my head and since then have sworn to never put one of my guns through an ultrasonic cleaning.
If you were doing tons of guns it would probably be worth it, with the exception of polymer and plastic parts.
They work great for cleaning guns. I have yet to see any plastic parts harmed by one. They are not cheap, however. I also have tried a "steam cleaning" unit the Army was testing in the late 80's. Worked fine, but so did the old-fashioned "stick the M16 upper up to the shower nozzle". (Use very hot water for this.)And a towel to hold it with, they get hot!
There are some guys over on www.parkcitiestactical.com in the Cult of the P7 forum who use ultrasonic cleaners to clean P7's. Ask over there and you'll get some good advice.
Personally, I looked into it, and decided against because of the cost.
It's not the Ultrasonic that potentially will cause damage, it's the solvent. If you use something inappropriate, you just may get a white Glock when you're done.
My thoughts exactly And it may affect the polymers properties also like making it brittle.
it is vital to put the parts in a basket; if they impact directly on the vessel during the process it causes stress cracking of the vessel and premature failure.
We cleaned hundreds of guns, glock, AR, Garand, M60,mausers, mosins, beretta, etc., in a Crest ultrasonic cleaner in Knoxville and Knob Creek and had only 2 problems. Wood will "fuzz up" if put in and paint will bubble. Other than that the systems cleaned built up carbon and fouling very very well. It took an average gun 3 minutes and a truely filthy on in 7.
If any damage to polymer or finishes occured in other systems or locations it had to be due to the cleaning liquid being used. The Crest systems use a water based surfactant followed by a very light oil. The cleaning solution is blown off with air and then the oil bath. The oil tank is put in contact with the cleaning solution and the weapon parts are put in the oil tank. The power is turned on for about 2 minutes and all the liquid pops off the metal and the parts are dewatered and protected. My old M1 carbine looked like new after and has stayed that way for almost a year without being touched.
You won't find a usable ultrasonic tank for $100 unless you get a used/surplus from a lab/machine shop/pd. The folks that ruined the glocks would probably sell theirs and you could use the Crest chemicals.
Check for machinery auctions in your area. I missed out on two of them that would've held a whole rifle for like $100 each. They were just too big for me. The only problem is auctioners like to seperate the baskets from the ultrasonic cleaners and sell them in different lots. The baskets go for double the money that the cleaners do.
Also look for pharmacuetical/biotech company auctions. Ultrasonic cleaners get used ALOT in that industry and companies in dire straights/going under will sell of equipment to raise capital.
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One caveat regarding the use of commercial ultrasonic cleaners is their frequency rate and power.
Those designed for firearms are generally safe for night sights but a commercial unit is not. Get a letter from the manufacturer stating that their cleaning unit is safe with the materials you intend to clean.
I clean all my firearms, steel, aluminum, polymer, with an L&R ultrasonic cleaner using their solvent and have never had a problem. They also make a cleaner for cleaning handcuffs used in detention facilities and another cleaner for other medical uses. These cleaners are not the same as the one they supply for firearms.
I simply field strip the firearm and put it in the stainless steel basket supplied and run the cleaner solution/water displacement solution for ten minutes for each cycle.
Ultrasonic cleaning will not remove the lead fouling but it loosens it's bond with the metal and a jag and patch will push an amazing amount of lead granules out of the bore.
A note of caution. The oil bath is not a lubricating bath but a water displacement oil bath. After taking the gun out and letting it dry properly lubricate the gun IAW it's manufacturer's specifications.
Not having ever done it I can't tell you that if you don't lubricate after the oil bath that the gun will rust rapidly.
Also not having done it I can't tell you that trying to use the water displacement oil bath past it's service life leads to the water not being displaced and the gun rusting even more rapidly.
There are some guns, like the Winchester 94 and the Browning Auto 5 that are just bears to really clean. Pistols like the Model 1903 Colt (either one) are in the same category. For such guns, the sonic cleaner is ideal for a gunsmith. We always took off the wood, field stripped the gun, and just dunked the parts.
(Dirty little secret: We charged the customer the same as if we had disassembled the gun and cleaned each part with a loving touch.)
Airbrushes for painting use to cost a lot but now
there cheap like $10.00 they work excellent when
running solvents like acetone through them instead
of paint. You'll need an air source but a little tank or
a spare tire with filter will work you don't need a
large compressor.
Since you don't need electricity it can go to the range.
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Along with an outdoor pool, this smoke-free motel has a fitness center and a spa tub. Free buffet breakfast and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, WiFi in public areas, a business center, and dry cleaning are onsite.
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Holiday Inn Express Simi Valley2550 Erringer Rd Simi Valley CA 93065
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In addition to an outdoor pool, Holiday Inn Express Simi Valley provides a spa tub and a fitness center. A computer station is located on site and high-speed wireless Internet access is available for a surcharge. A business center is on site. A complimentary breakfast is offered each morning. This business-friendly motel also offers multilingual staff, laundry facilities, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Onsite self parking is complimentary.
Holiday Inn Express Simi Valley is a smoke-free property.
- 24-hour front desk
- Number of floors - 3
- Business center
- Free breakfast
- Dry cleaning/laundry service
- Fitness facilities
- Computer station
- WiFi (surcharge)
- Laundry facilities
- Multilingual staff
- Total number of rooms - 96
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Free self parking
- Smoke-free property
- Spa tub
- Outdoor pool
- Use of nearby fitness center (discount)
Family Friendly Amenities
- Outdoor pool
- Laundry facilities
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
Available in all rooms: WiFi (surcharge)
Available in some public areas: WiFi (surcharge)
Free self parking
Room Amenities
- Cable TV service
- Air conditioning
- Coffee/tea maker
- Desk
- Free local calls
- Hair dryer
- Daily housekeeping
- Iron/ironing board
- WiFi (surcharge)
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Phone
- Television
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Guests are offered a complimentary buffet breakfast each morning.
Nearby Things to Do
An outdoor pool and a spa tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.
- Golfing nearby
To make requests for specific accessibility needs, complete the "Special or Accessibility Requests" section of "Trip Preferences" when you book your hotel.
- Accessible bathroom
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Minimum check-in age is 21
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Check-out time is noon
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- Pets not allowed
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- Deposit: USD 100 per stay
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France has a vibrant tradition of freethought, anticlericalism and free expression. The state is robustly secular, the 1958 constitution beginning "France is an indivisible, secular, democratic and social Republic…" But in the region of Alsace and Lorraine, a "blasphemy" law remains on statute.
There are some anomalous exceptions to France's policy of strict secularism. Notably, the 1905 "Law on the Separation of the Churches and the State" does not completely apply to all French regions and territories. Because the region of Alsace and Lorraine was part of the German Empire during the passage of the 1905 law, members of Catholic, Lutheran, Calvinist, and Jewish groups there may choose to allocate a portion of their income tax to their religious group. Local governments may also provide financial support for building religious edifices. In addition, there is still a blasphemy law on statute in the regions of Alsace and Lorraine, as Articles 166 and 167 of the local penal code.
No convictions have been registered under the "blasphemy" law, but secularist activists have campaigned for the anomalous law to be repealed, and in the wake of the 2015 Charlie Hebdo murders there were renewed calls for abolition of the outstanding "blasphemy" law.
Nationally, there are also concerns about prosecutions against "anti-religious remarks" made on the basis of Articles 24 and 32 of the 1881 law on the freedom of the press, though they do not appear to constitute wholesale restrictions on anti-religious expression, they have sometimes enabled prosecutions to be brought on the basis of inciting "hatred", but with limited success.


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The Los Angeles Lakers disastrous season will end in even more disappointing fashion than previously thought as Kobe Bryant has been ruled out for the remainder of the regular season, according to Mike Trudell of Lakers.com:
As @KevinDing wrote and discussed last night on @TWCSportsNet, the @Lakers announced today that @kobebryant (knee) is out for the season.— Mike Trudell (@LakersReporter) March 12, 2014
Dave McMenamin of ESPN had more information on the decision to rule Bryant out:
Lakers confirm, Kobe Bryant is out for the rest of the 2013-14 season. Was re-evaluated by team physician Dr. Steve Lombardo Weds morning— Dave McMenamin (@mcten) March 12, 2014
The news was originally reported by Kevin Ding of Bleacher Report:
Following the announcement, Bryant spoke about the news (via Ding):
Kobe statement: "Obviously this has been a frustrating and disappointing season, but I appreciate all the support I've received...— KEVIN DING (@KevinDing) March 12, 2014
"...from the Lakers and the fans, and look forward to being back and ready for the start of training camp."— KEVIN DING (@KevinDing) March 12, 2014
Gary Vitti, the Lakers' trainer, also spoke about next season and Bryant's status for the beginning of the campaign (via Ding):
Lakers trainer Gary Vitti on Kobe: "We look forward to him being 100 percent for the start of next season."— KEVIN DING (@KevinDing) March 12, 2014
The 35-year-old shooting guard returned to the lineup briefly in December after recovering from a ruptured Achilles tendon suffered in April 2013, but was forced back to the sideline after just six games because of a fractured lateral tibial plateau near his knee.
Kobe Bryant will not need surgery on his leg fracture, league source tells @CBSSports: "The bone will heal."— Ken Berger (@KBergCBS) December 19, 2013
The injury, which occurred on Dec. 17, was only supposed to keep Bryant out for six weeks. However, persistent pain and swelling in the knee has forced the five-time NBA champion to continue his rehab.
Bryant recently spoke about the injury, expressing his frustration over the lengthy recovery process, per Kustoo.com's Jacques Slade via Los Angeles Daily News' Mark Medina:
It's progressing slowly. It really tests my patience. There's only so much I can do. I find myself relegated to a bike. The first few weeks, it's cool. I'm getting a good workout in. Third or fourth, I'm thinking I need to do something else. I want to play. I want to run.
With Bryant being shutdown for the rest of the year, 2013-14 will mark the first season in his 18-year NBA career that he's missed more than 17 regular-season games.
The Lakers's struggles on the court certainly reflect that. At 22-42, L.A. is currently tied with the Sacramento Kings for the worst record in the Western Conference. Injuries to other key players haven't helped either, per ESPN's Arash Markazi:
Since April 13, 2013, Kobe Bryant & Steve Nash have played in 16 combined games and 0 games together.— Arash Markazi (@ArashMarkazi) March 12, 2014
Bryant's slow recovery is especially discouraging for the Lakers front office, who signed him to a two-year, $48.5 million contract extension last November. According to Spotrac.com, the deal will pay the 16-time All-Star $23.5 million next season and $25 million in 2015-16.
What's more, Bryant will turn 36 in August. And although there's no doubt he's still one of the most clutch players in NBA history, it remains to be seen how effective he'll be when he returns to the court or whether he'll ever be 100 percent healthy and confident from a physical standpoint.
Keep in mind that he's played in 1,245 regular-season games and 220 playoff contests since being drafted back in 1996.
So while Bryant and Lakers will be optimistic with an entire offseason to recover and retool for a title run in 2014-15, there are no guarantees that the face of the franchise will return at the same level Lakers Nation and NBA fans are accustomed to seeing on a nightly basis.
Shutting Bryant down for the final 18 games of a lost season is without a doubt the right decision, but it also means the veteran superstar's body isn't responding to treatment as previously anticipated.
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This week in MIL Football
Kamehameha Maui at King Kekaulike
Today, King Kekaulike, 7 p.m.
These two teams will try to kick-start their seasons in the Maui Interscholastic League's second-round opener. Kamehameha Maui, a 29-0 winner over King Kekaulike on Aug. 24, has named Trenson Himalaya and Jordan Helle as interim co-head coaches for Cody Nakamura, who is suspended for one game.
Warriors at a glance
Chase Newton leads the league in passing yards, touchdown passes and interceptions. Joshua Hiwatashi is No. 1 in receptions, while Keoni Keanini is fourth – they each have three touchdown catches, tied for the top. Kamehameha Maui its tied for third in the league on offense, and last on defense.
Na Alii at a glance
King Kekaulike coach Kyle Sanches said he was pleased with the effort last week as his team led Baldwin until late in the second quarter. Ryley Widell returned from injury last week – he is third in the MIL in passing yards, and 10th in rushing. Na Alii are last in the league on offense, but second on defense.
Baldwin vs. Maui High
Saturday, War Memorial Stadium, 7 p.m.
Baldwin can take a vice grip on its 11th trip to the state tournament in the last 12 years, while this is a near must-win for Maui High's postseason hopes. The Bears beat the Sabers 33-13 on Aug. 23, giving Baldwin its 25th consecutive victory in the teams' meetings since 2000.
Bears at a glance
Dusty Flores leads the league in rushing yards. Jeremiah Badillo is the league's most accurate quarterback, and his 7-to-2 ratio of touchdown passes to interceptions is also tops. Chris Kazanecki and Kawela Kaeo-Mata are second and third in receptions, respectively. Baldwin ranks second in the MIL on offense, and fourth on defense.
Sabers at a glance
Maui High needs two wins in the second round of league play to clinch its first winning season since 2003. Justin Cravalho is fifth in the league in passing yards after just two games. Onosai Emelio is fifth on the rushing list. The Sabers are tied for third in the league on offense, and are alone in third on defense.
This week in MIL football
Maui High vs. Lahainaluna
War Memorial Stadium * 7 p.m.
Lahainaluna, the top team in scoringlive.com's Division II state rankings, ends a string of playing in six consecutive weeks with this game. Maui High, which has not played in the postseason since 2000, must win to keep its first-round title hopes alive in Division I.
Sabers at a glance
Maui High had its best passing game of the season last week behind quarterback Justin Cravalho. Daniel Kelley is fourth on the MIL rushing list, and Jared Kapisi is fifth in receptions. The Sabers rank third in the league on offense, and second on defense.
Lunas at a glance
Lahainaluna leads the MIL in offense by 70.7 yards per game, and on defense by 178.7. Makoa Filikitonga is second, Christian Whitehead third and Jared Rocha-Islas fifth on the MIL rushing list. All three are also in the top five in the league in scoring.
Baldwin at King Kekaulike
King Kekaulike Stadium * 7 p.m.
Baldwin would clinch the first-round Division I title with a win here, or a Maui High loss today. King Kekaulike comes off its first-round bye still looking for its second touchdown and first win in MIL play under first-year coach Kyle Sanches.
Bears at a glance
Dusty Flores leads the league in rushing and ranks fourth in scoring. Jeremiah Badillo is second in the MIL in passing yards, while Josiah Maglente-Tonu ranks fourth. Baldwin is second in the league in offense, but at the bottom in defense.
Na Alii at a glance
King Kekaulike has missed injured quarterback Ryley Widell, ranked third in the league in passing yards after leading the MIL last season. Widell is also the team's leading rusher. Na Alii's offense ranks fifth in the league, while the defense is at No. 3.
MIL Standings
x-clinched first-round championship
Friday's Result
Lahainaluna 28, Baldwin 7
Saturday's Result
Maui High 27, Kamehameha Maui 14
Today's Game
Maui High vs. Lahainaluna at War Memorial Stadium, 7 p.m.
Saturday's Game
Baldwin at King Kekaulike, 7 p.m.
This week in MIL Football
Lahainaluna vs. Baldwin
Today War Memorial Stadium
7 p.m.
Lahainaluna has already clinched the Maui Interscholastic League first-round title in Division II. Baldwin would secure the D-I first-round crown with a win tonight. The Bears are 67-3-1 in MIL play since mid-2004, with two of the losses to the Lunas.
Lunas at a glance
Makoa Filikitonga is the fourth in the league in passing with 143 yards and fifth on the rushing list with 127 yards on six carries – his 21.2 yards per carry is the best for anyone with more than one attempt. Jared Rocha-Islas has scored a league-best 31 points.
Bears at a glance
Chris Kazanecki is second in the MIL in receptions, with nine for 100 yards and a touchdown, while Kawela Kaeo-Mata has eight catches for 117 yards and two scores. The pair has all but six of Baldwin's catches in league play.
Maui High at Kamehameha Maui
Saturday Kanaiaupuni Stadium
7 p.m.
Maui High comes off its bye looking to build momentum for the second round. Kamehameha Maui is coming off one of its most encouraging games in several years, a seven-point loss to Baldwin last week in which the Warriors trailed by four touchdowns.
Sabers at a glance
Daniel Kelley and Onosai Emelio are third and fourth in the MIL in rushing, respectively, while Tyson Takabayashi got the passing game in gear in a 32-7 victory over King Ke-kaulike two weeks ago. Maui High ranks second in the league on defense.
Warriors at a glance
Chase Newton leads the league in passing yards with 490, nearly double the total of anyone else. Joshua Hiwatashi has an MIL-high 12 catches, and his 147 receiving yards rank second only to teammate Keoni Keanini's 188. Ian Armitage is the No. 6 rusher.
This week in MIL Football
Lahainaluna vs. King Kekaulike
Today, War Memorial Stadium, 7 p.m.
Lahainaluna can take a vice grip on the first-round race in Division II with a win. After one game, the Lunas lead the Maui Interscholastic League in offensive and defensive yardage by a wide margin. King Kekaulike is fourth on offense after showing some flashes last week, including three three long second-half drives that did not produce points. Na Alii's defense ranks last in the league.
Lunas at a glance
Despite his team having played just one MIL game, Christian Whitehead is tied for second in league rushing yards with 152. Kiko Kohler-Fonohema is the No. 6 rusher, but finished last week's game on crutches. Makoa Filikitonga is the fourth in the league in passing, while Jared Rocha-Islas is tied for the scoring lead with 18 points.
Na Alii at a glance
Ryley Widell has passed for 202 yards and also ran for an 84-yard touchdown last week – he ranks fifth in the league in rushing. Widell has accounted for 87.7 percent of the team's 350 offensive yards. Austin Ferreira is fourth in the MIL in receptions, with five, and averages 16.3 yards per catch.
Baldwin vs. Kamehameha Maui
Saturday, War Memorial Stadium, 7 p.m.
Baldwin can move a full game up in the Division I first-round race, while the contest is a virtual must-win for Kamehameha Maui to remain in the D-II first-round chase. The Bears rank third in the league on offense, and second on defense. The Warriors are last on offense, but have the highest passing total. They rank third on defense, but only 9.5 yards per game out of second.
Bears at a glance
The Bears have a bit of a quarterback quandary after Jeremiah Badillo was 10-for-13 passing in a win over Maui High and Josiah
Maglente-Tonu was solid in a loss to national power Mission Viejo last week. Badillo's three touchdown passes lead the MIL. Dusty Flores is fourth in rushing.
Warriors at a glance
Chase Newton is the league's leading passer and Joshua Hiwatashi is the leading receiver. Keoni Keanini is tied for fourth in the league in catches, while Ian Armitage is the No. 7 rusher. Kailoa Akoi is tied for fourth in scoring and has made three of the four successful field goals in league play.


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Hilltop group to hear about Safe Neighborhood Initiative
STEUBENVILLE – Ohio Assistant Attorney General Robert Fiatal will discuss the Safe Neighborhood Initiative Monday night in the Trinity Medical Center East physicians' conference room.
The event has been organized by the Hilltop Community Development Corp.
Hilltop CDC President Laura Sirilla said the 7 p.m. meeting is open to the entire community, "because this will take a citywide effort. We need to come together to discuss how we can work together to make our community a safe and vibrant city.
"I am urging residents from throughout the city to join us. Visitors should enter through the former emergency room entrance. We will have signs on the walls directing people to the conference room for the 20-minute presentation about the Safe Neighborhood Initiative and how it can work in our community. He will be answering questions after his presentation," added Sirilla.
"The attorney general's office contacted us because we have a group of concerned residents living in the hilltop neighborhoods who want to make a difference. We are encouraged the attorney general's office wants to get us involved in this program, and I hope the entire city wants to get involved as well," said Sirilla.
Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine announced plans for a Safe Neighborhood Initiative program to curb violent crimes in Steubenville during a roundtable discussion last month.
"We are talking about bringing this new program to Steubenville. The program is in the works in other Ohio communities and has been effective in curbing gun violence," DeWine said at a 90-minute public meeting with local law enforcement officials, elected representatives and community leaders.
"The program allows the local law enforcement officials to identify people who are on probation or parole and have a history of gun violence. We bring them in and tell them we will be watching you. This model was started in other large cities. And the program will be in cooperation with the city police department, the county sheriff, the prosecutor's office, community leaders and churches. Our office can offer more resources to the local community," explained DeWine.
"It is very important for the entire community to be involved. It will take the community to get angry and take back their city. I asked the local law enforcement officers what we can do to help. We will continue to talk and continue the discussions. We have the Safe Neighborhood Initiative in Akron and we are starting to see a decrease in violent gun crimes," cited DeWine.
According to the attorney general's website, the Safe Neighborhoods Initiative is a group violence reduction strategy targeting those most likely to commit future acts of gun-related violence. Borrowing the best practices from similar programs in Boston, Massachusetts, Cincinnati, Ohio, and other cities, it is based on common sense and practical experience.
"The initiative essentially brings together three groups which cumulatively bring a message of deterrence to the targeted offenders. These components consist of law enforcement, social services and members of the community. The first component is a law enforcement team consisting of the police, their local and federal counterparts such as FBI, DEA and Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms, state and federal parole and county probation and the county Prosecutor and U.S. Attorney. Collectively they determine those most likely to commit gang-related acts of violence through the accumulation and analysis of criminal and social networking intelligence. These targeted offenders are then confronted by members of the law enforcement team and representatives of the social service and community outreach teams at a "call-in" to be held in a local courtroom," according to the website.
The attorney general's office began a pilot of the Safe Neighborhoods program in Akron in collaboration with local law enforcement, community and church leaders, social service providers and victims' families.
DeWine has said the city's high-crime groups or gangs are identified, and the most violent is targeted first.
"The most violent offenders and gang leaders who are on parole or probation are ordered to appear for a 'call-in' where the individuals are told law enforcement will be watching them, If they commit another gun-related violent crime, law enforcement comes out in full force on the entire gang," DeWine explained during his September meeting in Steubenville.
"The call-ins are an efficient and effective method of communicating the strategy's key message back to the entire universe of violent groups in the neighborhood," DeWine said. "As these groups come to understand that violence by one may lead to law enforcement attention to all, the peer pressure that drives violence is reduced."
"Three elements of the strategy address much of what drives violence on the streets. First, it conveys that the community wants to see the violence end, values the offenders and wants them to succeed. Second, it offers help to offenders who want it. And finally, it spells out specific consequences for homicides and shootings. This is more than an enforcement-based action. It's proactive work," Fiatal said. "We want to stop crime before it happens. The mindset in law enforcement has been to lock them up. And until a couple years ago, that's where I was, too. But it doesn't work in the communities we have now," stated Fiatal.
As part of Safe Neighborhoods, the Attorney General's Office has designated $7 million for grants to fund community efforts that offer alternatives to violence. The grants will fund social service and community programs.
"Some of the concepts of the group violence reduction strategy have been tried in Ohio cities previously. What the Attorney General's Office can bring to the table are resources and continuity that can help sustain these efforts over the long haul," Fiatal said.
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Here at The Furniture Market we offer the finest French furniture designs with a price tag that is sure to put a smile on your face. For more information please contact one of our expert French furniture sale staff on 01829 759259.
Mirrored Furniture
The most popular style of mirrored furniture sold in the UK is the plain mirrored glass types as sold by The Furniture Market. This plain type of mirrored furniture is modern and clean in design with simple straight edges and beautiful bevelled edges. Due to the reflective mirror finish it helps give rooms the feeling of more space due to the reflection of light.
The mirrored furniture is constructed by hand by skilled craftsmen using thick MDF for the base frames - This is the best material to construct mirrored furniture with as solid wood naturally expands and contracts unlike MDF which would cause the glass panels to move.
The frames are then each measured by hand and strong bevelled mirrored panels are made to specification and glued on using special adhesive that will prevent the panels from ever moving, ensuring the furniture will last a lifetime.
The drawers all open and close very easily as they run on easy glide metal drawer runners highlighting the exceptional quality of workmanship the goes into making this mirror furniture. The drawers and doors all have crystal glass effect handles to finish the look of with style.
The Furniture Market is one the largest importer and retailer of mirrored furniture into the UK and offers the largest selection at the best possible prices. We are specialists in mirrored furniture and have been selling it for over 10 years.
Glass Coffee Tables
Our illuminating collection of stylish glass coffee tables features a large selection of designer glass coffee tables that will add an eye catching focal point to any home. With a wide range of shapes and designs to choose from you will be sure to find an item to suit your tastes.
Our innovative Geo-Glass coffee tables are crafted from a single sheet of annealed glass that gives a unique illusion of fluidity and invisibility in even the smallest of living room areas. Their curvaceous design will sit comfortably in any contemporary or minimal living area. Our Eames Eiffel glass coffee tables are a visually stunning designer item that could be mistaken for a sculptural work of art instead of a coffee table. A sheet of toughened glass sits atop a collection of triangular pyramids of chrome that are perfectly visible through the table top to create a unique yet practical centrepiece in any interior.
Our lustrous collection of glass coffee tables are made from the highest quality toughened glass and are manufactured by technical craftsmen to ensure that each and every glass coffee table in our collection will withstand the strain of everyday use.
Here at The Furniture Market we offer our customers high quality glass furniture at a fabulously affordable price. For more information please contact one of our expert glass furniture sale staff on 01829 759259.
Bedroom Furniture
Our fantastic selection of bedroom furniture showcases the finest styles of bedroom designs from solid oak to French, mirrored to painted we have vast range of designs, shapes and colours to suit all interior decors and tastes.
The stylish selection of dressing tables and stools in our bedroom furniture collection are a must have item for any woman who loves to spend time pampering and preening. Our oak dressing tables are perfect in traditional interiors and when combined with our oak wardrobes, chests and bedsides make the perfect multifunctional storage item. Our stylish French bedroom furniture collection is the epitome of luxury and sophistication. Their beautiful carvings and feminine fluted legs will add a splash of French boutique style to any bedroom area. Of course no bedroom is complete without a fantastic bed and with a wide choice of bed frames to choose from in a variety of sizes, you will be sure to find a style to suit your requirements.
Every item across our bedroom furniture ranges is crafted from the highest quality materials by professional craftsmen to ensure that our bedroom furniture is not only stylish but superbly hardwearing.
Here at The Furniture Market we offer high quality bedroom furniture at amazingly low prices that are affordable and appealing. For more information please contact one of our expert bedroom furniture sale staff on 01829 759259.
Painted Furniture
Our fantastic collection of painted furniture features a wide range of designs, colours and styles that will suit both contemporary and traditional interiors and will add a bright and airy atmosphere to even the smallest of homes.
Our sumptuous Camden painted furniture collection is a perfect balance of classic style and contemporary design. Finished in a soft ivory paint effect with natural oak tops, this range will create an uplifting ambience in any bedroom or living room area. Our French black and white painted furniture is a breathtakingly stunning collection that oozes French glamour and sophistication. Its intricate carvings and grand designs will take centre stage in any home interior. Our Georgian painted furniture collection is a traditional period design that is given a fresh, modern finish with its crisp white exterior. Its elegant plinth detailing and bevelled edged drawers will transform any home into a regency stately home.
All of our painted furniture is crafted from high quality materials and finished with professional paint techniques to ensure that each and every item will look radiant for as long as possible.
Here at The Furniture Market we offer lustrous painted furniture at a value for money price that does not compromise on style. For more information please contact one of our expert accessories furniture sale staff on 01829 759259.
Modern Furniture
Our super stylish selection of modern furniture designs will look perfect in any contemporary or minimal interior decor. With a vast range of styles, designs and colours across our collection you will be sure to find an item or accessory to suit your tastes.
Our modern furniture collection showcases a variety of styles that will provide a stylish look at an affordable price. Our fantastic selection of designer furniture will transform any home into a sleek and sophisticated setting. With a vast selection of designs from Eames, Noguchi and Geo-Glass you will be sure to find a designer item that catches your eye. For something a little more quirky and rustic then our collection of industrial furniture will look amazing in a modern loft conversion or warehouse to create a rugged contemporary design feature that will be the talking point of your interior decor.
Each and every item within our modern furniture collection has been crafted from the highest quality materials using professional and technical craftsmanship to ensure that our items will become a permanent fixture in your home for many years to come.
Here at The Furniture Market our modern furniture comes with luxurious designer style without the high flying designer price tag. For more information please contact one of our expert furniture sale staff on 01829 759259.
Hardwood Furniture
Our warm and welcoming hardwood furniture collection features a selection of traditional and contemporary hardwood furniture items that will suit a wide range of interior styles and tastes. With a range of styles to choose from you will be spoilt for choice when furnishing your home.
Our classic La Roque range is a period style design that will add class and sophistication to any interior design. With traditional panelling, plinth top detailing and antique effect handles you will be sure to create a French manor house ambience in any living area. Our brand new Shiro walnut range is the perfect balance between classic style and contemporary design features. The cosy grains of the walnut are accentuated by a soft light lacquer whilst its curvaceous, rounded edges create a contemporary, feminine ambiance that will look wonderful in any home. From sideboards to TV units, from bookcases to dining chairs we have an item to suit all requirements.
Our stylish hardwood furniture collection is crafted from the finest selection of hardwoods and is manufactured using traditional carpentry techniques to ensure that every item across our ranges is not only beautiful but also hardwearing.
Here at The Furniture Market we provide our customers with the finest collection of hardwood furniture at competitive, affordable prices. For more information please contact one of our expert hardwood furniture sale staff on 01829 759259.
Garden Furniture
Our fantastic collection of stylish garden furniture features everything you need to create a relaxing and luxurious outdoor seating area at a wonderful low cost price. With a vast range of designs within the collection you will be sure to find a style to suit your needs
Our beautifully classic Roman effect stone bench is a spacious and traditional design that will suit a wide range of gardens and outdoor spaces. Made from high quality reconstituted stone this wonderful bench is weatherproof and elegant. Our vast selection of Rattan garden furniture will transform any garden space into a tropical getaway where you can enjoy your time in the sunshine. We offer a wide range of table sizes that ensure that you will have plenty of space for your large family BBQs or outdoor parties and when partnered with our large umbrella you can be sure that all of your guests will be cool and comfortable. Alternatively if you enjoy nothing more than sipping cocktails in the sun then our Rattan Chile bar set is the perfect compact yet practical seating area.
The stylish garden furniture that is featured across our collection is made from the finest quality materials that are easy to clean and maintain to ensure that your garden furniture selection will look fresh and new for as long as possible.
Here at The Furniture Market we offer high quality garden furniture at an amazingly low price that is sure to make the sun shine. For more information please contact one of our expert garden furniture sale staff on 01829 759259.
Home Furnishings and Accessories
Our extensive range of home furnishings and accessories showcases all of our fabulous items that are sure to add the finishing touch to your home interior. With a vast range of home furnishings and accessories to choose from we have styles and designs to suit all tastes.
Our stylish selection of wall and dressing table mirrors feature painted, gilded and natural oak designs that will sit perfectly in both classic and contemporary interiors to provide a home accessory that is both stylish and functional. Our vast range of ornaments and sculptures are a simple way of adding interest to a plain side table, mantlepiece or console table and come in a variety of themes to suit individual interests. Our stylish collection of sporting ornaments are the perfect gift for an athlete or coach and their sumptuous bronze finish provides a neutral finish that will suit a vast range of interior decors.
Each and every item in our home furnishings and accessories collection are made from a selection of high quality materials and are crafted by professional carpenters and sculptors to ensure that each piece will become a lasting feature in your home.
Here at The Furniture Market we provide sumptuously stylish home furnishings and accessories that are amazing value for money and affordable to all. For more information please contact one of our expert furniture sale staff on 01829 759259.
Living Room Furniture
Our extensive collection of living room furniture will provide you with everything you need to restyle and furnish your home. With a vast range of designs, styles and colours to choose from across our ranges we have something to suit all tastes and interior decors.
Our stylish and functional living room furniture provides you with the opportunity to select the furniture items that will suit your style and find all of the items in that collection that can be matched with your choices. We have designer seating and sofas that will provide the perfect space to sit and relax and amazingly stylish dining chairs that can be mixed and matched to your choice of dining table to suit both couples and families alike. Our fantastic sideboards, wardrobes and display cabinets will give you all the space you require to neatly accommodate your household accessories and clothing to keep your brand new interiors looking neat and clutter free.
The sumptuous living room furniture collection features high quality items that have been crafted using only the finest standard of materials to ensure that every item within our collection; big and small, will look amazing and will withstand the wear and tear of everyday use.
Here at The Furniture Market we provide a vast choice of living room furniture at an affordable price that will not break the bank. For more information please contact one of our expert oak furniture sale staff on 01829 759259.
Dining Room Furniture
Our fantastic collection of dining room furniture showcases the best dining room furniture that we have on offer. With such a vast range of items across our ranges you will be sure to find a style, shape and colour to suit your interior tastes and decor.
With a fabulous selection of oak dining chairs in our collection there is a seating option for all dining room settings. With varying styles of backrests and cushion pads available across our seating ranges you can mix and match your chairs and tables to your exact room requirements. For a more dramatic statement style dining chair Eames Eiffel chairs are a sleek designer style seating option that will look wonderful in any contemporary, designer dining room. Our fabulously glamorous mirrored square dining table will look wonderfully opulent when combined with our French noir painted carved chairs to create a palatial setting in which to dine.
Our stylish dining room furniture is crafted from the highest quality materials to ensure that each and every item in our collection is not only stylish but will withstand the strains of everyday family use.
Here at The Furniture Market we offer our customers the largest range of high quality dining room furniture at jaw dropping low prices. For more information please contact one of our expert oak furniture sale staff on 01829 759259.
Office Furniture
Our superb collection of stylish office furniture provides you with everything you need to transform your office area into a calm and efficient working environment. With a range of styles to choose from we offer office furniture that will suit both contemporary and traditional interiors.
Our office furniture collection features some of the finest office desks that are the perfect multifunctional furniture item and provide plentiful space to house your computer monitor and tower as well as spacious drawers for the containment of your paperwork and stationary. Our stylish oak desks are the perfect combination of traditional style and contemporary practicality and will create a warm and welcoming office space that oozes classic, rural style. If you are looking for a more innovative, modern office space then our Geo-Glass desks are a sleek, fluid design that will create an illusion of space and light in even the smallest of office spaces. With a wide range of cabinets and chairs across our range you will be sure to find all that you need to complete your office make-over.
Each and every item in our office furniture collection is made from the highest quality materials and is technically crafted to ensure that our items achieve the perfect balance of style and practicality.
Here at The Furniture Market we offer traditional and contemporary office furniture at a price that is affordable to all. For more information please contact one of our expert accessories furniture sale staff on 01829 759259.
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Children's bedroom furniture can be a difficult selection process as you want to pick something which is durable and has quality, but also items which the child won't outgrow in a year's time. Fortunately, furniture market has a repertoire of kid's furniture to give you plenty of options when making that final decision. We have even managed to slip some of the more 'adult' or 'modern' designs into the kids bedroom furniture range such as the Galaxy Pink Faux bed. The age of your children will ultimately affect what product you purchase. We have a range of nursery furniture such as the Nutkin White Painted Childrens Play Table and Nutkin White Painted Toy Box, which is the perfect combination for children who are making friends and enjoying playing with their toys. The white furnishing complements deep oak colours and rustic designs, but at the same time it also works well with the sleek and minimalist modern designs, which use contrast colours such as black and white. However if your baby is yet to take its first steps or speak its first words you might be more inclined to purchase a baby changing unit. It gives parents an all in one storage/changing facility away from the areas of the house where you would usually have guests. We also have a selection of cots which are secure, comfortable and durable, enough to put any worrying parent at ease about the comfort and security of their child.We are the ideal choice for childrens beds, nursery furniture and more, so visit our online store or contact us directly to hear about our fantastic range of products.
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Chris Pratt and Robert Downey, Jr. take the Ice Bucket Challenge
NFL teams have done it. MLB teams have done it. The United States Men's Basektball Team has done it. Mark Zuckerberg and Bill Gates have done it. By Saturday afternoon, the Ice Bucket Challenge in support for ALS (better known as Lou Gehrig's disease) had reached a cultural tipping point. Yes, Oprah had joined the fray.
But, not only Oprah, "Iron Man" himself Robert Downey, Jr. (a relative newcomer to social media) and a certain "Guardian of the Galaxy" named Chris Pratt.
You can watch Pratt's attempt to ditch the bucket by drinking other versions of "ice" here:
You can check out Robert Downey Jr.'s dousing here:
Hemsworth! D'Onofrios! U have 24hrs to comply!! #ALSicebucketchallenge https://t.co/mGbcnFGP3O
— Robert Downey Jr (@RobertDowneyJr) August 16, 2014
It's worth noting Downey, Jr. challenged Vincent D'Onofrio and his son Elias as well as "his old pal" Thor, Chris Hemsworth. Pratt challenged his co-star from "Everwood" Gregory Smith, his co-star from "Parks and Recreation" Nick Offerman (one we'd definitely like to see) and his "Guardians" cohort Dave Bautista.
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Welcome to The 8th Annual New Orleans Swing Dance Festival, the former home of The Ultimate Lindy Hop Showdown! (ULHS is currently on indefinite hiatus.)
Come experience the wonders of our magical traditional jazz, blues, and swing dance community September 29th through October 3rd 2016!
For the first time ever, The New Orleans Swing Dance Festival is offering hours and hours of dance classes for ALL LEVELS featuring a local crew of New Orleans' finest professional lindy hop, balboa, jazz, blues, & chorus line teachers - Andy Reid, Mia Halloran, Todd Yannacone, Amy Johnson, Laura Manning, Kerry Genese, Chance Bushman, Giselle Anguzizola, & Bobby Bonsey.
What's in store this year?
- New Venue! We are setting up shop in The Ace Hotel New Orleans, an incredibley beautiful Art Deco Style boutique hotel that is perfect for The New Orleans Swing Dance Festival. Book your room at the Ace Hotel here.
- Its not all in the hotel though! Friday Night will feature 2 venues for dancing, each only one block from one another, and both featuring live music and dance performances. Hop back and forth between The Old Us Mint & The American Sports Bar on funky lower Decatur.
- Unique classes for all levels, with local pros, from the total beginner to advanced lindy hoppers. Some classes feature live music accompaniment and many topics touch on concepts that have never been covered at any dance workshop ever.
- Dance through the streets of New Orleans in our opening day 2nd line parade!
- Live music for every single daytime dance, evening dance, and after party.
- 'The Welbourne Jazz Camp Jam Room' on Saturday & Sunday evenings! Some of Welbourne Jazz Camp music staff will guide you from 10-11pm in an organized jam. Jam room will be open all night, is next the main ballroom, and even features hard-wood floors for dancing!
- More cool stuff to be listed!
Ticket Options
Several pass options are available for those who don't want to take classes (Dance Pass!) or those who want to take lots of classes (All Access Pass!). We even have a pass for Beginning Swing Dancers. Newbies welcome!
We are proud to anounce The Ace Hotel New Orleans as our main location for the weekend. Most of our dance workshops, evening dances and after parties will be at the beautiful Ace Hotel!
Ace Hotel New Orleans - 600 Carondelet - Walking distance to the French Quarter & Right on the Street Car line!
The Ace is sandwiched inbetween the BEST coffee in the city, Stumptown Coffee, and Josephin Estelle restaurant. We are only a couple of blocks from Rouses grocery store. The hotel has free Wi-Fi, a cozy lounge area with a cocktail bar open all day, a 24 hour photobooth, and a beautiful rooftop pool and garden with incredible views of the city.
The rooms where we will do our social dancing and have classes all have wood floors.
Nervous about being in New Orleans and getting around the city? No easier way to do The New Orleans Swing Dance Festival than by booking a room at the Ace Hotel. You'll be able to roll out of bed and go to dance class, stay up late at the after parties and not worry about having to figure out how to get home, take a dip in the rooftop pool in between classes and evening dances, or hang with swing dancers from all over the world in the lounge. Need buddies to walk with you to The French Market for daytime dancing? If you're staying at the Ace, there's always going to be someone around to escort you. We've set up the event this year to feel safe and conveinent while still giving you that authentic New Orleans experience.
Rooms at the Ace New Orleans evoke the ornate inheritance-rich decadence of the birthplace of jazz. All rooms come with a flat screen television, fully-stocked minibar and Smeg refrigerators, Tivoli Radio, free WiFi, Rudy's toiletries and Pearl+ soaps. Many rooms come with a record player or a Martin guitar for you to enjoy during your stay.
The price of the rooms at the Ace are slghtly more than other hotels in the area. New Orleans is a convention town and a popular wedding destination. Because of this, hotel prices tend to be higher in the spring and the fall. These rooms are not that much more than the hotels we have used in the past but the Ace is by far the most superior of them all. We are obsessed with the Ace Hotel. It has so much more to offer us in terms of its vintage style, its friendly local vibe, & its convenience. They put Martin guitars and record players in the rooms. It doesn't get much cooler than that!
To Book A Room at The Ace Hotel click on the link below. Book as soon as you can. Rooms will sell out fast.
For those who wish to stay with a local and save some cash. The housing request form will be up on Monday Sept 4th. Housing is NOT guarenteed to anyone. Always have a back-up plan.
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