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Being a Chicago tradition ourselves, we love all of the tradition that comes with St. Patrick's Day in Chicago. From dyeing the Chicago River green to the St. Patrick's Day parade, we wanted to share our favorite festivities for folks to enjoy in Chicago this weekend.
It's no secret that we love Chicago. After all, we pride ourselves on being a Chicago tradition since 1949! So this year, as with every other year, we're really excited about the Chicago St. Patrick's Day Parade. Running down South Columbus Drive from East Bilbao Drive to East Monroe Drive, the parade route goes right past the iconic Buckingham Fountain in Grant Park, a true Chicago landmark.
To make the parade even richer with Chicago culture this year, the Grand Marshall will be John McDonough, President and CEO of the Stanley Cup-winning Chicago Blackhawks. Chicago is known for its passionate sports fans almost as much as it's known for Garrett Popcorn Shops, and the Blackhawks are the toast of the Chicago sports scene at the moment. The fun at the parade all kicks off at noon on Saturday.
Before the parade, however, make sure to enjoy a visual masterpiece along the Chicago River. Every year, Chicago celebrates a "modern day miracle" in the heart of the city, as an orange dye is released into the Chicago River, which might seem odd, but after a few minutes, the dye miraculously turns the river into a brilliant shade of Irish green. This makes for quite a stunning visual along the river that runs through the hectic area of the loop. The dyeing starts at 10am on Saturday and we recommend trying to grab a spot on the Columbus Drive bridge, assuming you get there early enough.
One final Chicago treat has recently been highlighted by Thrillist. Both Emmit's and Cork and Kerry made Thrillist's lists for America's top 21 Irish pubs. Quite a big feat when you consider the popularity of Irish pubs in America. If you want a taste of Ireland to celebrate St. Patrick's Day this weekend, you might want to check them out. Just save some room for some delicious Garrett Popcorn!
Chicago has a rich Irish-American cultural heritage, and it's great to see that be celebrated every year. We have shared some of our favorite Chicago events for St. Patrick's Day, but nothing beats grabbing a Tin of your favorite Garrett Popcorn and partaking in whatever festivities make you happy!
How will you be celebrating St. Patty's Day this year? Share your plans with us in the comments below.


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Topic: Rails methods to conditionally load CSS?
Another quick question... Do you guys use multiple stylesheets for different browsers? Or do you just fine tune one? I have minor layout issues with firefox vs. Opera and have horrid ie6 problems. I imagine having a stylesheet for each browser could become maintenance hell. Just wondering what you guys are doing.


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Song Writer 2, United Airlines 0Wednesday, August 19th, 2009
Especially don't break the neck off, as you'll see at the end of this video. Nova Scotia song writer Dave Carroll has launched round two–his second video–in his battle against United Airlines after baggage handlers broke his guitar. The woman portrayed in the video fiddling on her tuba is United customer rep Ms. Irlweg who gets credit for being friendly while refusing to pay. (A third video is coming.) Watch it here.
United called Carroll 24 hours AFTER the first video and offered $1,200 in flight vouchers plus $1,200 it cost to repair his Taylor guitar. But it was too late, and United couldn't buy him off. Now he wants nothing less than a change in United policy about slinging guitars around so hard it breaks the instrument in two, and then claiming it isn't the airline's fault. If United reforms its policies, Carroll will include that in a song he will write for video three. If not, watch out!


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On July 25-26, 2013, the U.S. Mission to the United Nations, the U.S. Department of State's Office of eDiplomacy and United States Institute of Peace hosted TechCamp NYC: Protection of Journalists in Conflict Zones. Nearly 90 participants from 19 countries came to CUNY Graduate School for Journalism's Tow-Knight Center for Entrepreneurial Journalism in New York City for the two-day training event, the 24th international TechCamp and the second in the United States.
As a part of the United States' presidency of the United Nations Security Council in the month of July, the Council convened a special session on the protection of journalists in armed conflict areas. TechCamp NYC capitalized on this momentum by connecting journalists with technologists, NGOs, and government and UN officials to create tangible solutions to protect journalists working in these environments.
Director of the Office of eDiplomacy Richard Boly kicked off TechCamp NYC by stressing that there are no bystanders at TechCamps – everyone actively participates by sharing expertise and contributing ideas. The two-day event was packed with interactive activities and break-out sessions. The first day included a "speed-geeking" session, where technologists gave five-minute ignite-style presentations and technology tutorials. Participants rotated through 16 different stations such as "Mobile Journalism Story" with Trevor Knoblich of FrontlineSMS, "Crowdsourcing Stories in Real Time Story" with Megan Specia of Storyful, and "Moving Secure Information Across Borders" with Annie Wilkinson of Martus.
During the first day, hands-on training sessions addressed the impact and use of the various technologies. Later that afternoon, the participants discussed the challenges for journalists working in conflict zones and brainstormed viable solutions to protect journalists by incorporating the technologies that were presented earlier that day.
On the second day, teams pitched their ideas to the group and participants self-organized into teams to build out their ideas. The resulting solutions speak to the complexities of working in conflict zones:
• Social Compass: a tool to verify and identify the origin of social media content with a single click. The application is open-sourced and is available on github.
• Journalist Incident Reporting Tool • Trauma Resources for Journalists & Sources
• Coopera: MOOC (massive online open course) on security strategies and tools to train journalists and activists.
As Deputy Director of Communications at the U.S. Mission to the United Nations Jon Piechowski said in his keynote speech, "Journalists have an integral role to play in the world, and we need them to be able to do that without having to fear for their lives." TechCamp NYC is only the beginning of a new partnership between journalists and technologists which hopes to tackle this important challenge. The event was the first step in building a community to help protect journalists around the world, and post-TechCamp meet-ups and reunions are already in the works.
For more information: • Visual story of TechCamp NYC on Storify
• Keep the dialogue going by participating in the TechCamp NYC Wiki
• Check out TechCamp NYC photos and videos
About TechCamp TechCamp is a signature program of Civil Society 2.0, supporting the Department's initiative to build the digital literacy of civil society organizations around the world. To date, TechCamps have trained more than 1,200 civil society organizations from more than 80 countries. The next TechCamp will take place in Ramallah, West Bank on August 28-29, 2013.
If you are interested in learning more about Civil Society 2.0, TechCamps, or hosting a future TechCamp, please visit www.techcampglobal.org or contact Jamie Findlater at email@example.com. You can follow TechCamp on Facebook and on Twitter @TechCampGlobal.


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Guess what!?! It's done! And I am so thrilled with how it turned out...
Let me present to you my version of CAKE WALK !!! {A Pattern by Lori Holt}
All the women 18 years old and up on my mom's side of the family, get together for our Birthdays once a month. We have a little Birthday Club! When I saw this quilt, I knew I had to make it! And that I had to add a little birthday candle to some of the cakes... When I host the Birthday Club, I'll have this quilt hanging on the front room wall!
And can I just say how nice it is to FINISH a project. {I have way too many un-finished at the moment...}


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City's stories in softcover
HANCOCK – The official publication of the Hancock sesquicentennial has gone to the printers, and excerpts from it were read to the members of the city council Wednesday during their regular meeting.
Council Member John Haeussler, who is also a member of the committee which created the book about Hancock history, talked about the publication and read some excerpts from "Hidden Gems and Towering Tales: A Hancock, Michigan Anthology," regarding Elijah S. Northrup, who was active in the community in the middle 19th century.
Haeussler said he chose to read excerpts about Northrup at the March meeting because the month has so much significance for the city.
"March is such an important month for Hancock," he said.
The first elections were conducted in the village of Hancock on March 10, 1863, Haeussler said.
Haeussler said Northrup was elected as the first clerk of Hancock Township in 1861. He was elected as state senator in 1862. He served until his death from tuberculosis on March 2, 1863, at the age of 34.
After his death, members of the Senate and House of Representatives read into the record comments about Northrup's importance to Hancock, the Upper Peninsula and the state of Michigan. Haeussler read those aloud.
Another significant March date was the vote by village residents to become a city on March 9, 1903, Haeussler said, and the process to do so moved quickly through the state bureaucracy.
"The secretary of state received everything the next week," he said.
Haeussler said Northrup was an important person, and he's glad he is part of the sesquicentennial publication.
"He's definitely a hidden gem," he said.
Haeussler said the 128-page, 7.5-inch-by-10-inch softcover publication is at the Book Concern printers.
Also during the meeting, City Manager Glenn Anderson presented a list of activities for the sesquicentennial celebration through June.
The next event takes place at Tuesday at the Hancock fire hall on Ethel Street. Hancock Fire Department Capt. Mark Dennis will give a presentation about the history of the fire department.
The gala dinner will take place at 6 p.m. April 12 at the Michigan Technological University Memorial Union Building. The $60-per-person cost for the event includes a copy of the book. Copies will also be available at city hall after that date for $15. Local retailers will have it, also, but they will set their own price for the book.
So far, Anderson said 298 people have signed up for the gala, which will be limited to 310 to 320 people.
Other events include a talk in May on the history of Irish settlers in Hancock, coordination with FinnFest and Bridgefest, and the Copper Country Firefighters Tournament, all in June.
Anderson told council members the state has released a new Requests for Proposals for construction of a new Department of Human Services office for Houghton County.
State officials are asking for a building with 12,600 square feet, and a parking space for 60 vehicles, Anderson said. A previous RFP included a very small area of Hancock for possible location of the new building, but the new one includes the entire city.
"There's at least two contractors in Hancock looking at it," he said. "By the end of December, (the DHS) will have new headquarters."
In other business, council members:
approved setting a public hearing for 7:30 p.m. April 17 for a proposal to raise city sewer rates from $6.35 to $7.35 per thousand gallons used.
heard from Anderson an attempt at a world record Nordic Walk will start at 10 a.m. June 22 at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church on Quincy Street in Hancock and finish at Ray Kestner Waterfront Park. The record for a Nordic walk is 1,026 participants.
approved applying for a $45,000 Department of Natural Resources Passport grant for renovations of the dock at Hancock Beach.
approved accepting an American Recovery and Reinvestment Act grant of $72,696 for a new transit bus.
approved the purchase of a new transit bus for $72,688.


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With a legacy that spans six centuries, there is no finer place to play a round of golf than the country that gave the game to the world. You'll be spoiled for choice on your golf break in Scotland with over 550 fantastic courses to play, including links courses, parkland courses, heathland courses and everything else in between.
A golf trip to Scotland is also the perfect opportunity to see some of the world's most prestigious tournaments being played out. Scotland regularly hosts The Open Championship and the Ricoh Women's British Open, amongst many, many others.
Explore The Home of Golf
The first record of golf in Scotland dates from the 15th century (back then it was known as 'gowf'). In 1744 the Honourable Company of Edinburgh Golfers, the world's oldest golf club, officially came into being, followed in 1754 by the Society of St Andrews Golfers (now the Royal & Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews). In 1764 the Links at St Andrews (now known as the Old Course) was reduced from 22 holes to 18, creating the standard course format we still use today, and in 1860 the first Open Championship was held at Prestwick - an illustrious history indeed!
Walk in the footsteps of the world's greatest golfers
Rory McIlroy, Tiger Woods and Jack Nicklaus - amongst scores of other top golfers - have all played here and many of Scotland's most prestigious courses were designed by golfing legends. 'Old' Tom Morris designed the Old and New Courses at St Andrews while James Braid is responsible for more than 250 British courses, including the world-famous King's and Queen's Courses at Gleneagles.


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Topic: Installing subversion
I followed this article http://hivelogic.com/narrative/articles/svn_on_os_x to install Subversion (though with the latest version instead 1.4.3). But I can't find it in /usr/local/. Instead I find a .Subversion folder in my root (Mac OS). Is that the actual server?
Another question. In the article it says "./configure --prefix=/usr/local --with-openssl --with-ssl --with-zlib". I used that, but maybe I shouldn't as I don't have ssl, or need it locally. If I try to reinstall can I skip that?


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Block watch in seattle
Block Watch is a program based on the principle that neighbors working together are the first and best line of defense against crime. Block Watch has been shown to be an effective deterrent of crime at the neighborhood level.
The Seattle Police Block Watch Program began in 1972 and has seen significant involvement and success. Seattle has always been recognized for its Block Watch program. Roughly 30% of Seattle neighborhoods are currently involved in Block Watch, compared to a national average of fewer than 11%.
How do I get a block watch started?
Is it a lot of work? What do I need to do first? What if I live in an apartment or condo? Where do we get one of those cool neighborhood watch signs to put up?
Become a block captain
How much of a time commitment is it? What are my responsibilities? Someone handed off the responsibility to me, what do I do now?
Keeping Block watch going
How often do we need to meet? How do we get someone to speak at a meeting? How do I revive my Block Watch?
Want to create a blog? Have someone speak at a meeting? Research crimes statistics? Learn more about your precinct? The Block Watch Captains' Toolkit captures a lot of useful information all in one spot, and we'll continue to keep adding to it.


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The concluding discussions highlighted several areas of concern when addressing information needs for development and environment in the Arctic:
The Nordic Policy Seminar provided a forum, not before attained, where fields of expertise in the Arctic interacted with government officials and parliamentarians involved in promoting a sustainable development in this region. The seminar brought attention to and identified the Arctic region as crucial in implementing a better understanding of global environmental threats and trends.
The seminar focused in particular on parliamentarians involvement in the Arctic decision-making process including their information needs.
Information channels to be utilised were defined, as well as the most relevant recipients of such information. This will be documented in the seminar report.
Keynote speakers Lars Emil Johansen| Andrei Kozyrev| Willy ØstrengParticipantsProgramme


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Connecting Marketing to Business Strategy: ANA/BtoB Magazine Research Results
April 21, 2008
This snapshot highlights the latest joint research from the ANA and BtoB Magazine and provides insight into how marketers have moved to becoming business leaders, as they evolve into the force that connects marketing to business strategy.
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Being Good Moms & Dads
By Rebecca Teti
Monday: Parenting
(Join each day's Coffee Talk discussion: Mon: Parenting; Tues: Open Forum; Wed: NFP; Thu: Marriage; Fri: Education; Sat/Sun: Changing Roles)
Terrible toddlers? Trying teens? Something in between? This weekly forum is the spot to share your questions and struggles about all things related to parenthood.
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Anyone ever diagnosed with placenta previa?
Sorry M, no I haven't wish I could help!
Never been diagnosed with it but have had patients who have it . . . do you?
Yes, the early ultrasounds for both of my pregnancies showed placenta previa. Luckily the placenta moved aside both times and I was able to have normal deliveries. That isn't always the case, though. A lady who used to comment at the old site had to have a c-section because the placenta didn't move aside.
I had a partial previa both times. It moved just enough for a vag. delivery. How far along were you at the time of diagnosis? The earlier the better! And is it a complete previa or partial?
19 weeks with 6th child and it is complete. Have had 3 previous c-sections so was going to have to have one anyway - just worried about bleeding and the baby. No bleeding yet. The radiologist diagnosed it durnig routine ultrasound. My family doctor seems pretty laid back about it but what I am reading is freaking me out. Do I have to be on bedrest now? Pelvic rest? How serious is this?
I've never had it, but I've heard that acupuncture can move it so you could try that.
M, I have no advice or experience with placenta previa, but will ask the intercession of St. Gerard Majella, patron saint of expectant mothers, for you.
I would agree with Alice--it is really good that you are early--chances are that it will resolve on its own. I would suggest not reading b/c it is always worst case scenario. I believe current recommendations are bedrest only if there is some bleeding--haven't looked it up in a couple years though.
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MC receives grant to boost enrollment of Latino students
MC receives grant to boost enrollment of Latino students
March 11, 2013
Contact: Karen B. Eldridge, Director of Communications
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The Appalachian College Association (ACA) recently awarded Maryville College a grant that will boost the College's efforts to reach out to the region's Latino community.
"The Latino population in our region is growing daily, and Tennessee is one of the fastest growing regions for this population in the nation," said Vandy Kemp, vice president and dean of students at Maryville College. "This seed money will help us create more ways to let these students know they are welcome at Maryville College. We want to help them achieve their dreams of a college education."
Announced last year, the ACA's Access, Retention and Completion (ARC) for Latino Student Success in Appalachia program was created with funding from the Kresge Foundation with oversight from Excelencia in Education. The program was developed in response to the changing demographic landscape of the region. Census data from 2010 showed that Tennessee, Kentucky and North Carolina all doubled their Hispanic population from 2000.
Maryville College was invited to develop an institutional team of four or five participants and attend the ARC Institute for Latino Student Success last September in Johnson City, Tenn. In addition to Kemp, the College's team included Dr. Doug Sofer, associate professor of history; Richard Brand, director of financial aid; Preston Fields, director of community engagement; and José Pérez, a sophomore at the College who is of Mexican-American heritage.
Because the College participated, its team was eligible to apply for a grant worth up to $12,000 to design a specific initiative to assist access, retention or completion of Latino students.
Maryville College's proposal – submitted soon after the Institute – was one of only eight in the ACA consortium of 36 private four-year liberal arts institutions selected for funding.
"Villamaría at Maryville College" is the name of the initiative that will build and strengthen relationships with the Latino community, starting in the 2013-2014 academic year.
"'Villamaría' is 'Maryville' translated into Spanish," Sofer explained. "The name implies a community – a villa – within the larger campus community."
College aims to increase its Latino population
The goal of the initiative is for Maryville College to be the higher education institution of choice for Latino students and their families in East Tennessee. Its mission statement reads: "We will listen, we will learn, and we will serve our region to become the institution of choice for our Latino community."
Currently, the College has about 30 students enrolled who identify themselves as Latino or Hispanic. Sofer said the opportunity to enroll more students is there, considering the extraordinary growth in the Latino population in the College's geographic area. Loudon County saw its Latino population increase 280 percent from 2000 to 2010, while Sevier County saw an increase of 442 percent.
According to Sofer, the College would like to increase by 25 percent both the number of applications from prospective Latino first-year students and the number of applications from prospective Latino transfer students in 2014.
In addition to marketing efforts targeted at prospective students and their families, Villamaría at Maryville College seeks to achieve its goals in two ways – first, by creating a new Community Research Center that facilitates research partnerships aimed at issues associated with the East Tennessee Latino community.
"The Centro will help to connect members of the Latino community with MC faculty, students and staff and will be aided by an advisory council that represents a diversity of East Tennessee Latino populations," Sofer explained, adding that staff are beginning to reach out to organizations that include the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of East Tennessee, the YMCA of East Tennessee and the Diocese of Knoxville.
The second way Villamaría at Maryville College will reach out to the Latino community is through a "Latin American Foodways Celebration" scheduled for fall 2013. It will feature foods made by community members and local businesses specializing in Latin American cuisines. Connected to the event will be presentations by MC and outside speakers who will give short presentations on the historical, political, social, economic, biological and/or biochemical aspects of Latin American foods.
Sofer, whose expertise is in Latin American history, taught a January-Term course on Latin-American foods in 2012 and said much can be learned through the lens of food.
"This celebration will give us the opportunity to talk about the culture but in the context of history, science and sociology," he said. "And it will help us reach people who would not be reached by, say, a lecture," he explained.
While the mini-grant will provide funding for one year of programming, Sofer said the College is committed to continuing the initiatives of Villamaría beyond 2014.
Villamaría continues commitment to diversity
Sofer said Villamaría at Maryville College would continue the College's commitment to diversity.
"Maryville College boasts a remarkable history, since its founding in 1819, of providing access to education to underrepresented groups," he said. "Our 'firsts' in Tennessee include graduating the first African-American, the first Native American and the first female, all earning bachelor's degrees early in the 19th century. A legacy of social justice and broad access has influenced the educational and social experience at Maryville College for almost two centuries."
Students energized
Pérez, who came from Maryville College in 2011 following graduation from West Greene High School in Mosheim, Tenn., said the Villamaría initiative makes him "feel proud" to be an MC student.
"It's outstanding to see all that has been accomplished in the past few months, and I really cannot wait to see what else this project does for both the College itself and the members in the community," he said.
Attending the ARC Institute for Latino Student Success last September, he said he was inspired to create a Latino Student Alliance (LSA) organization on the MC campus that would reach out to MC students of Hispanic descent and students who are
interested in Latin American culture.
Going forward, Pérez hopes that LSA will serve as a support system to Latino students and give the members a sense of family during their four years at MC.
"As of now we have had three successful meetings, and we are energized to keep this organization rolling for many more years and be the voice of the Latino population on campus," Pérez added.
Maryville College is ideally situated in Maryville, Tenn., between the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Knoxville, the state's third largest city. Founded in 1819, it is the 12th oldest institution of higher learning in the South and maintains an affiliation with the Presbyterian Church (USA). Known for offering its students a rigorous and highly personal experience that includes an undergraduate research requirement, Maryville College is a nationally ranked institution of higher learning that successfully joins the liberal arts and professional preparation. Total enrollment for the fall 2016 semester is 1,197.


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On a lark, she tried the luge
By MICHELE MILLER
Published March 23, 2007
No one thought Sara Reamer would really get the callback.
Not her mom, her dad or her older brother, Jeffrey. Not even Sara herself.
After all, she tried out for the USA Luge Junior Developmental Team on a whim, looking to fill a few hours on a Saturday with a friend, Katie Beardsley.
"I thought, 'It'll be fun. I'll get a cool T-shirt,' " said Sara, who attended the recruiting event for USA Luge - the organization that trains Olympic athletes - last June at the University of South Florida in Tampa.
Nine months later, Sara's coaches in Lake Placid, N.Y., are calling her "the experiment," said her mom, Jean. Other folks compare her to the Cool Runnings Jamaican Bobsled Team that came to fame during the 1988 Olympic Games in Calgary.
They wouldn't be far off.
As a native Floridian, Sara is used to winter sports often played in shorts and a T-shirt. The teen had never seen or felt snow before. She didn't know the difference between packed powder and the heavier kind that's good for making snowmen. She didn't even know what the luge was until she Googled it on her computer that Saturday morning before the tryouts.
Luge, she discovered, is the French word for "sled" as well as an Olympic event. "I had seen it on a Disney commercial and it looked neat, but I didn't know the name of the sport," she said.
So who knew the 14-year-old powerhouse would be so adept at steering the 25-pound sled on wheels down the U-Haul truck ramp, and using her shoulders and foot to steer around the orange cones set up in the asphalt parking lot at USF?
Her experience as an athlete at Weightman Middle School - where the eighth-grader has competed in track, soccer, basketball and volleyball - helped, as did the flexibility that comes from being a dancer, a gymnast and captain of the cheerleading squad.
By November, Sara and her mom and dad were flying to the Lake Placid training center. A little later, as one of 24 members of a youth screening team, Sara found herself wondering about the cemetery she passed by on the drive up the mountain.
"I thought, 'I hope this isn't for the people attempting the luge,' " she said, flashing an easy smile.
When it came to making her first run down the icy, curved track, there was more fear to tackle.
"I was scared that I'd get scared. After I got down I was like, 'This is fun. Let's go again.' "
"She was eager - almost too eager. We had to hold her back a little," development coach Pat Anderson said in a recent telephone interview. Anderson, 26, helped select Sara as a member of the USA Luge Junior Developmental Team after that initial screening, Step 3 in moving up the Olympic training ladder.
"She stood out in sliding as well as in the gym," he said. "She's a great athlete and you could see that right away. It was kind of a no-brainer after that."
In January Sara attended another two-week training session where she was given some official gear: a beat-up gold jumpsuit, helmet and spiked gloves for gripping the ice. She spent time in the gym lifting weights, doing pushups and situps, and logging miles on the treadmill alongside Olympic Team members.
"That was so cool, having all those Olympic athletes in the same gym as you," she said.
And she took her turns racing down the track at 50 to 60 mph as her mother watched from a distance, sometimes in horror.
"It's not easy," said her mom. "That's my baby whizzing by."
"There's a lot to it, a lot of physics," Sara said. Like "knowing where and when to steer. Knowing if you're early or late on a curve. Knowing you have to hold on to your sled if you flip or crash because you don't want it to come back at you."
"I've learned a lot of other things, too. That your face can chap. I know what an ice scraper is. And I got to shovel snow. I loved that," she said. "All the other kids thought that was funny. They were like, 'You can come shovel snow at my house any time.' "
Sara might be doing more of that when she attends another two-week training session starting Sunday. That's when she'll enter her first official race. If she continues next year she'll be training for six weeks at a time.
And the rest, perhaps, will be history in the making.
On to the Olympics one day as the sole Floridian luge competitor?
"That would be nice. That would be fun," Sara said. "But I don't want to get too ahead of myself. I just want to go fast."
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Just purchased this tire for the 2nd time. Great tire, with very good wear characteristics and performance. Rode this tire past 50% tread before replacing and even with rounded knobs this tire hooked up very well. No knob chunking and very handling characteristics. The sidewalls are rather stiff and its a difficult tire to mount by hand or else it would have gotten 5 stars across the board. I will continue to buy this tire.
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im very pleased with this tire! i run a 120/100/18 and a 90/100/21 on my 2000 ktm lc4 sxc and i have NO complaints! tires grip very well! would buy again
I purchased this tire in July, had it on my bike by August, and now (December) Many of the knobs have broken off. Mostly used for trail riding in loose dirt, mud, and loose rocks. Some desert riding. Performed really well, great cornering, but terrible durability. Very disappointed, would not recommend.
Great Traction, Long Lasting.....
the tire keeps on giving... durability like no other and the knobbies wear down like they should. SLOWLY.
The Maxxis Maxxcross SI tires I highly recommend for anyone in the Offroad Motorcycle community, the tire holds up well in all conditions as I can attest as a racer in the AMSOIL GNCC Series. Sand, Roots, Rocks, Hard-Packed, Mud. From woods to moto this tire delivers.
This is a great tire if you are looking for something that's good for mud and hard pack to rocks.
I've had this tire on my last 2 dirt bikes and love it very good in mud and hard pack
Great performance as far as grip is concerned and has good durability.
Maxxis tires are great tires. I like the si for all around riding. only tire i use
The tread on the tire is smaller than most other tires. About half as tall as my friends tire was new
It is good while it lasts, gets slices and wears quicker, after it is wore down, it doesn't perform great like the Pirelli's I have used for a long time now
This tire is great for muddy and slick tracks. I love this tire I can corner a lot better with this tire. i just get way more traction then any other one i had. and i think no other better tire than this one.
What a great tire, works in sand / mud. I would buy another one
This tire is amazing. The first one I bought I got down in Flordia right before the start of the gncc in West River Gate. The tire did amazing in the sands of Flordia. I then raced in Goregia, South Carolina, and went on a weekend long ride in the West Virginian mountains and the tire stuck to everything I could throw at it. The best part was THIS WAS ALL ON THE SAME TIRE!! After that first impression nothing has changed and this is the only tire I will race with. It finds traction on anything and is very flat resistant. Recently I started running the tire with the tubliss system and even love it more.
I race strictly harescrambles during the wetter winter months and this has been a great tire. Amazing traction that helped my confidence in the softer stuff. It is also a great mud tire. A little stiffer sidewall made installation a little tougher, but not a big deal. This tire only lasts about 3 races for me which is really good considering the rocks and roots we deal with. Will order again!!
If you are willing to pay the high price for tires and for the maximum quality you want to go with Maxxis. I used these when i was racing and you can't get a better tire. The tire lasts FOREVER, sticks to the burms, doesn't sling your bike all over the track... It is just an amazing tire.
Its the first maxxis tire i've run and definitely won't be my last! It went on A LOT easier than the pirelli tire that came off! It hooks up on blue groove to the sugar sand I usually ride/race in. I have 2 practices and 1 enduro race on it and it shows very little wear.
This tire is meaty! Its lasts so long and looks Good. Only tires i buy.
The first number represents the width of the tyre inside the rim.
The second number represents the vertical height of the tyre (measured from the inside diameter of the tyre - not the seat of the rim)
The third number represents the diameter of the rim (in inches)
The first and second numbers are metric measurements, the third number is measured in imperial (inches).
So a 120/90-18 is slightly "shorter" in height than a 120/100-18.


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Horse owner faces cruelty charges
Eleven "extremely emaciated" horses have been seized and their owner charged with animal cruelty, according to Pueblo Animal Services.
The horses were confiscated from a Pueblo County property on Aug. 28.
"All 11 horses were determined to be extremely dehydrated, and their ribs and hips were very prominent," according to a press release.
Owner Lynn Gore has been charged with 11 counts of animal cruelty.
The horses are recovering and eating well.
"We've been seeing an increase in the number of horses we impound for neglect due to the rising hay prices and a decrease in demand for horses. However, even our officers were shocked at how thin these particular horses were," said Joe Stafford, director of animal law enforcement.
"Every one was judged to be dehydrated and emaciated, and it is going to take quite a bit of time to build them each back up to an ideal weight. We are just lucky we were able to get these horses help when we did."
The horses are named Keegan, Conner, Baylee, Sophie, Lilly, Amelia, Pepper, Sassy, Bratz, Fallon and Scooby.


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Perl and the required Perl modules. For Windows, the recommended Perl distributions are: Citrus Perl and Strawberry Perl. Both come with Wx and Tk toolkit modules preinstalled.
A working CUBRID server with the "demodb" database created and started. The example configuration is for a local installation, but any other host name can be used instead of "localhost". The IP address is an other valid option.
Note: the application can be installed and run on any OS where Perl and the required modules are available, but the author has tested it only on GNU/Linux and Microsoft Windows.
Note: QDepo is the new name of the "TPDA - Query Repository Tool" project.
This is a Perl application, so the principle is pretty simple: download the package from sourceforge, unpack, install the prerequisites listed in Makefile.PL, then install it like any other standard Perl module:
% tar xvzf QDepo-0.XX.tar.gz % cd QDepo-0.XX
The easiest way to install the prerequisites is with:
% cpan . or % cpanm --installdeps . # with App::cpanminusNote: There is a space and a dot at the end of the commands.
The graphical user interface can use the PerlTk or wxPerl widget libraries. Install one of them or both. To switch between the two toolkits, set "widgetset" to "Tk" or "Wx", in the ".qdepo/etc/main.yml" configuration file.
This are some of the Perl module prerequisites, for the graphical user interface:
Wx Wx::Perl::ListCtrl
Tk Tk::MListbox Tk::MsgBox Tk::StatusBar Tk::ToolBar
And of course, for the database we use the DBD::cubrid module. Add the prefix for CUBRID in DBI.pm (I have DBI v1.620), like this:
# --- Driver Specific Prefix Registry --- my $dbd_prefix_registry = { ... cubrid_ => { class => 'DBD::cubrid', }, ... };
Also, the test 40lobs_file.t must be ignored.
There are several modules that can be used for exporting:
It is recommended to use the Spreadsheet::WriteExcel module for generating Microsoft Excel compatible files and the Text::CSV_XS module for generating CSV files. The former is a decent alternative because it can be imported in spreadsheet applications and works on any platform. This two are also the fastest modules among the alternatives.
After installing the required modules, continue with the installation:
make make test make install
At first start, the configuration directory is initialized automatically. The following command will do that and also will list all the currently defined configurations in the terminal window.
qdepo -l
Next, we run the following command to create a new configuration. Multiple database connection configurations can coexists using any of the database interface modules supported by the application.
qdepo -i cubrid-test
This command will create a new configuration directory underneath the ".qdepo/db/" path. This directory contains two sub directories, "etc" and "qdf". The "etc" directory contains a file named "connection.yml". If your CUBRID server is not installed on localhost then change the connection parameters in this file as appropriate for your system.
The other directory named "qdf" is the place where your query definition files are stored. The ".qdf" files can be created and updated with the graphical user interface.
The application has, hopefully, a simple and intuitive interface. Start the graphical user interface with the following command:
qdepo cubrid-test
The first example shows how to add a very basic query, and the last example adds a parameter. Up to five parameters can be used currently.
The technology behind the implementation for the parameters, is simple and may seem naive (and maybe it is, but works pretty well with simple queries). Whenever the "valueN" string (where "N" can take values from 1 to 5) is found in the query text, it is replaced with a "?" character, a placeholder. Then the associated value from the Parameters tab is bound with each placeholder. "N" must occur in ascending numerical order in the query text. That is "value1" first, than "value2", and so, until "valueN".
Add a new query using the button from the toolbar. The application will automatically enter in edit mode. Change the title to "Athletes list", the output file name to "athletes_list" and the description to "List of all the athletes from the table".
Here is a screenshot of the wxPerl version of the user interface:
Also, edit the SQL statement text:
SELECT * FROM athlete
Click on the button to save and exit the edit mode.
The edit mode can be toggled with the toolbar button, but the application doesn't check if there is unsaved data in the controls (fields), the user have to explicitly click on the button to save the changes.
Switch to the "Log info" tab and click on the toolbar button. Watch the messages, and if all is good, then a new file named "athletes_list.xls", filled with the appropriate data, should have been created in the output path.
Switch back to the "Query List" tab and click on the button again. Fill in the values for the title, output file name and description to "Athletes list, filtered", "athletes_list_filtered" and "List of the athletes, filtered by nation code". This is only an example, of course, you can enter anything that makes sense to you and helps to easily identify the query you wish to execute.
The Parameters tab contains 5 pair of text controls, where the left column contains the description of the parameter - any short text label and the second column contains the value of the parameter - without any quotes.
In the Parameters Tab fill in a description and a value for a parameter, for example for the "athlete" table:
description: Nation code value : ROU
Delete all other labels and values on other rows.
Switch to the "SQL Query" tab and edit the statement, to add the WHERE clause:
SELECT * FROM athlete WHERE nation_code = value1 Note: the value1 string is without any quotes.
This shows another feature of the program, the parameter is replaced with it's value when leaving the "edit mode".
Again, save and click on the toolbar button. A new file, filled with the appropriate data, should have been created in the output path.
I suppose that it's not a big surprise that deleting queries from the list is made using the toolbar button. The list entry and the associated ".qdf" file is not immediately deleted, only marked and deleted when the application is closed. There is a safety feature, the ".qdf" file is not deleted, only renamed to ".qdf.bak", so it can be recovered.
This concludes the tutorial for QDepo. If you have any questions please post them on our Q&A site or on our forum.
Thank you for your time and have fun using the application!


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New OpenSolaris ZFS Auto-Scrub Service Helps You Keep Proper Pool Hygiene
By user13366078 on Sep 17, 2009
One of the most important features of ZFS is the ability to detect data corruption through the use of end-to-end checksums. In redundant ZFS pools (pools that are either mirrored or use a variant of RAID-Z), this can be used to fix broken data blocks by using the redundancy of the pool to reconstruct the data. This is often called self-healing.
This mechanism works whenever ZFS accesses any data, because it will always verify the checksum after reading a block of data. Unfortunately, this does not work if you don't regularly look at your data: Bit rot happens and with every broken block that is not checked (and therefore not corrected), the probability increases that even the redundant copy will be affected by bit rot too, resulting in data corruption.
zpool(1M) provides the useful
scrub sub-command which will systematically go through each data block on the pool and verify its checksum. On redundant pools, it will automatically fix any broken blocks and make sure your data is healthy and clean.
It should now be clear that every system should regularly scrub their pools to take full advantage of the ZFS self-healing feature. But you know how it is: You set up your server and often those little things get overlooked and that
cron(1M) job you wanted to set up for regular pool scrubbing fell off your radar etc.
Introducing the ZFS Auto-Scrub SMF Service
Here's a service that is easy to install and configure that will make sure all of your pools will be scrubbed at least once a month. Advanced users can set up individualized schedules per pool with different scrubbing periods. It is implemented as an SMF service which means it can be easily managed using
svcadm(1M) and customized using
The service borrows heavily from Tim Foster's ZFS Auto-Snapshot Service. This is not just coding laziness, it also helps minimize bugs in common tasks (such as setting up periodic cron jobs) and provides better consistency across multiple similar services. Plus: Why invent the wheel twice?
The ZFS Auto-Scrub service assumes it is running on OpenSolaris. It should run on any recent distribution of OpenSolaris without problems.
More specifically, it uses the -d switch of the GNU variant of date(1) to parse human-readable date values. Make sure that /usr/gnu/bin/date is available (which is the default in OpenSolaris).
Right now, this service does not work on Solaris 10 out of the box (unless you install GNU date in /usr/gnu/bin). A future version of this script will work around this issue to make it easily usable on Solaris 10 systems as well.
Download and Installation
You can download Version 0.5b of the ZFS Auto-Scrub Service here. The included README file explains everything you need to know to make it work:
After unpacking the archive, start the install script as a privileged user:
pfexec ./install.sh
The script will copy three SMF method scripts into
/lib/svc/method, import three SMF manifests and start a service that creates a new Solaris role for managing the service's privileges while it is running. It also installs the OpenSolaris Visual Panels package and adds a simple GUI to manage this service.
After installation, you need to activate the service. This can be done easily with:
svcadm enable auto-scrub:monthly
or by running the GUI with:
vp zfs-auto-scrub
This will activate a pre-defined instance of the service that makes sure each of your pools is scrubbed at least once a month.
This is all you need to do to make sure all your pools are regularly scrubbed.
If your pools haven't been scrubbed before or if the time or their last scrub is unknown, the script will proceed and start scrubbing. Keep in mind that scrubbing consumes a significant amount of system resources, so if you feel that a currently running scrub slows your system too much, you can interrupt it by saying:
pfexec zpool scrub -s <pool name>
In this case, don't worry, you can always start a manual scrub at a more suitable time or wait until the service kicks in by itself during the next scheduled scrubbing period.
Should you want to get rid of this service, use:
pfexec ./install.sh -d
The script will then disable any instances of the service, remove the manifests from the SMF repository, delete the scripts from
/lib/svc/method, remove the special role and the authorizations the service created and finally remove the GUI. Notice that it will not remove the OpenSolaris Visual Panels package in case you want to use it for other purposes. Should you want to get rid of this as well, you can do so by saying:
pkg uninstall OSOLvpanels
Advanced Use
You can create your own instances of this service for individual pools at specified intervals. Here's an example:
constant@fridolin:~$ svccfg svc:> select auto-scrub svc:/system/filesystem/zfs/auto-scrub> add mypool-weekly svc:/system/filesystem/zfs/auto-scrub> select mypool-weekly svc:/system/filesystem/zfs/auto-scrub:mypool-weekly> addpg zfs application svc:/system/filesystem/zfs/auto-scrub:mypool-weekly> setprop zfs/pool-name=mypool svc:/system/filesystem/zfs/auto-scrub:mypool-weekly> setprop zfs/interval=days svc:/system/filesystem/zfs/auto-scrub:mypool-weekly> setprop zfs/period=7 svc:/system/filesystem/zfs/auto-scrub:mypool-weekly> setprop zfs/offset=0 svc:/system/filesystem/zfs/auto-scrub:mypool-weekly> setprop zfs/verbose=false svc:/system/filesystem/zfs/auto-scrub:mypool-weekly> end constant@fridolin:~$ svcadm enable auto-scrub:mypool-weekly
This example will create and activate a service instance that makes sure the pool "mypool" is scrubbed once a week.
Check out the
zfs-auto-scrub.xml file to learn more about how these properties work.
Implementation Details
Here are some interesting aspects of this service that I came across while writing it:
- The service comes with its own Solaris role
zfsscrubunder which the script runs. The role has just the authorizations and profiles necessary to carry out its job, following the Solaris Role-Based Access Control philosophy. It comes with its own SMF service that takes care of creating the role if necessary, then disables itself. This makes a future deployment of this service with
pkg(1) easier, which does not allow any scripts to be started during installation, but does allow activation of newly installed SMF services.
- While
zpool(1M) statuscan show you the last time a pool has been scrubbed, this information is not stored persistently. Every time you reboot or export/import the pool, ZFS loses track of when the last scrub of this pool occurred. This has been filed as CR 6878281. Until that has been resolved, we need to take care of remembering the time of last scrub ourselves. This is done by introducing another SMF service that periodically checks the scrub status, then records the completion date/time of the scrub in a custom ZFS property called
org.opensolaris.auto-scrub:lastscrubin the pool's root filesystem when finished. We call this service whenever a scrub is started and it deactivates itself once it's job is done.
- As mentioned above, the GUI is based on the OpenSolaris Visual Panels project. Many thanks to the people on its discussion list to help me get going. More about creating a visual panels GUI in a future blog entry.
Lessons learned
It's funny how a very simple task like "Write an SMF service that takes care of regular zpool scrubbing" can develop into a moderately complex thing. It grew into three different services instead of one, each with their own scripts and SMF manifests. It required an extra RBAC role to make it more secure. I ran into some zpool(1M) limitations which I now feel are worthy of RFEs and working around them made the whole thing slightly more complex. Add an install and de-install script and some minor quirks like using GNU date(1) instead of the regular one to have a reliable parser for human-readable date strings, not to mention a GUI and you cover quite a lot of ground even with a service as seemingly simple as this.
But this is what made this project interesting to me: I learned a lot about RBAC and SMF (of course), some new scripting hacks from the existing ZFS Auto-Snapshot service, found a few minor bugs (in the ZFS Auto-Snapshot service) and RFEs, programmed some Java including the use of the NetBeans GUI builder and had some fun with scripting, finding solutions and making sure stuff is more or less cleanly implemented.
I'd like to encourage everyone to write their own SMF services for whatever tools they install or write for themselves. It helps you think your stuff through, make it easy to install and manage, and you get a better feel of how Solaris and its subsystems work. And you can have some fun too. The easiest way to get started is by looking at what others have done. You'll find a lot of SMF scripts in
/lib/svc/method and you can extract the manifests of already installed services using
svccfg export. Find an SMF service that is similar to the one you want to implement, check out how it works and start adapting it to your needs until your own service is alive and kicking.
If you happen to be in Dresden for OSDevCon 2009, check out my session on "Implementing a simple SMF Service: Lessons learned" where I'll share more of the details behind implementing this service including the Visual Panels part.
Edit (Sep. 21st) Changed the link to CR 6878281 to the externally visible OpenSolaris bug database version, added a link to the session details on OSDevCon.
Edit (Jun. 27th, 2011) As the Mediacast service was decommissioned, I have re-hosted the archive in my new blog and updated the download link. Since vpanels has changed a lot lately, the vpanels integration doesn't work any more, but the SMF service still does.


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As the fairer months begin to grip South Florida with balmy 70-degree afternoons, the thundering sound of sheer horsepower becomes the norm west of I-95 in Palm Beach County's horse country, Wellington. The ponies are riding high as the Game of Kings descends upon the flattened fields of Bermuda grass for the tenth annual International Polo Club Palm Beach (IPC) winter high-goal season, kick-started January 6 with the Herbie Pennell Cup. It is a banner year for the 20-goal season with a record 16 teams vying in the four tournaments: Herbie Pennell Cup, Joe Barry Memorial Cup, Ylvisaker Cup and the Iglehart Cup. While competition in IPC's 26-goal tournaments, polo's American triple crown, has attracted some of the best in the game, with familiar names like MacDonough, Pieres, Astrada and Cambiaso among many others, joining polo's elite for one of the most anticipated high-goal seasons in years at the sport's premier venue.
Play begins Thursday, January 3, with a three-day, four team (Coca-Cola, La Herradura, Lechuza Caracas and Villa del Lago) 20-goal sprint in the Herbie Pennell Cup, culminating on January 6 for the official Sunday season opener. Tournament play continues with the Joe Barry Cup, slated for play January 9-27 with a limit of 12 teams to test their mettle (tournament draw will take place at the 7th Chukker on January 3).
Competition for the 20-goal's preeminent tournament, the Ylvisaker Cup, runs from January 26 through February 24 with all 16 teams all contending, including last year's winner Piaget, returning to defend their title, promising to be a great appetizer for the 26-goal tournaments.
Things begin to get crowded come February. As the Ylvisaker Cup comes to a close on the 24th, two additional tournaments get underway: Iglehart Cup (20-goal) and the C.V. Whitney Cup (26-goal). The final 20-goal tournament of the season, the Iglehart Cup will field an 8-team roster, and run from February 20 through March 3. The C.V. Whitney Cup, the first leg of polo's 26-goal triple crown, will run concurrently with the Iglehart from February 17 through March 3. With nine 26-goal teams expected to compete in 2013, the field is deep with nearly 20 ten- and nine-goal handicappers.
The second leg of the American triple begins March 6 with the USPA Piaget Gold Cup, running through March 24. Last year the final came down to a father/son showdown, with Valiente II and Robert Jornayvaz (son) topping his father Bob Jornayvaz and Valiente I with a 11-9 victory, a rematch of the C.V. Whitney Cup finals just a month prior, but with the fortunes reversed. Family dynamics aside; the elder Jornayvaz (Bob) returns in 2013 with Valiente, brining with him heavy hitting 10-goalers Adolfo Cambiaso and Pelon Stirling for some handicap security.
On the heels of the Gold Cup comes the American polo tournament of the year, dosed with an added kick of horsepower from title sponsor, the Maserati 109th US Open Polo Championship. The granddaddy of them all, the US Open is the most prestigious polo tournament in the United States, landing the best and brightest equines and players from all over the world to test their hand at hoisting the silver chalice. Last year's champs, Zacara, will return largely unchanged, led by 10-goaler Facundo Pieres, eight-goaler Magoo Laprida and seven-goal American, Mike Azzaro, and will prove to be a difficult out.
And while most of the excitement happens on the field, an afternoon at the pitch would not be complete without field side brunch. Housed in IPC's Pavilion, polo patrons can enjoy three different VIP packages. All packages start with a pre-match Champagne toast and the best seat in the house. The Pavilion Reception Pass, $55 per person during the 20-goal season ($65 for 26-goal), comes with light hors d'oeuvres and a limited open bar. Champagne Brunch, $100 per person during the 20-goal season ($120 for 26-goal), gives patrons access to the Pavilion Reception and IPC's famed brunch buffet. And Veuve Champagne Brunch for Two, $300 for two ($330 for 26-goal), includes all of the above as well as a bottle of Veuve Clicquot.
And let us not forget the real reason people are flocking to the polo grounds, the Half Time Divot Stomp. Like a scene straight out of a Ralph Lauren ad campaign, brightly hued, big hatted polo patrons take to the field as soon as the third chukker winds down at 4 p.m., doing their best, espadrilles and all, to stomp down the divots made by the galloping ponies, all with champagne in hand.
For those who cannot get enough of the polo action, the IPC's medium-goal season will run from January through April, with a steady stream of match play throughout the winter weeks. The Wanderers Classic 14-goal tournament plays through January, with the finals staged for Saturday, January 26. The Freebooter's Classic, a 14-goal affair, fills the February calendar, wrapping on Saturday, February 23. The Everglades Classic, the granddaddy of the medium-goal season at 16-goals, will run from February 28 through March, with the champion being crowned on Saturday, March 30. While the culmination of the medium-goal season, the USPA National President's Cup, starts with qualifiers, April 3-13, and match play April 16-20.
- January through April, general admission tickets cost $10 ($20 at the gate), with lawn seating starting at $20 (online only).
- For information for box seats, please call 561-282-5290 or visit internationalpoloclub.com.
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3667 120th Ave. S.
Wellington, FL 33414
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Here's how RW members rated this race in the past (106 votes).
In short: Really friendly enjoyable race - well organised.Date of review: April 24, 2011
In short: Excellent as alwaysIn full: Superb race, supportive marshalls, well organised.Add it to your list of "must do" races !!Date of review: April 15, 2011
In short: very nice little trail race In full: this is a decent little race which i will be back for nxt yr. A little clubby but that didnt seem 2 b any sort of problem. Stewards were very friendly all the way round,possibly the best stewards ive come across in running. My only little gripe was no water on the way round, u usually wouldnt need it on a 5 miler but with the weather so hot,i couldve done with just wetting my mouth. All in all a very good race which i would definately recommend for all levels of runnersDate of review: April 10, 2011
In short: Fun in the Sunday sun!Date of review: April 10, 2011
In short: lovely sunshineIn full: no medal or t-shirt this time, maybe this race is becoming a club runners only raceDate of review: October 10, 2010
In short: First time running this, very friendly atmosphere. The hill before the finish is a nice touch! Will defiantly be back next year.Date of review: April 15, 2010
In short: Friendly local race. Marshalls were very encouraging. Will be back in October. Date of review: April 12, 2010
In short: fantasic, friendly, trail raceIn full: This is a great race, lots of club runners but also nice, friendly atmosphere and great marshalls to cheer you round if you're a slower/beginner runner.Lovely course on trails.Date of review: April 12, 2010
In short: A new addition to my yearly calender, will be coming again, well worth it, and very well marshalled. Thank youDate of review: April 11, 2010
In short: Very nice race with good marshals.In full: Nice little trail race. Friendly marshals, nice medal, & results printed out for you to take away.Date of review: October 19, 2009
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A web-site has published what it claims to be the first photos of Microsoft Corp.'s Xbox 360 slim video game system. The device resembles the original Xbox 360, but is much smaller and slimmer.
According to the image published by GameKings.tv, the slim and more energy efficient Xbox 360 will inherit a number of design elements from the original console, will be substantially smaller than PlayStation 3 slim, but will still be bigger than Nintendo Wii. It is interesting to note that the web-site calls the Xbox 360 with the code-name "Napoleon", a previously unknown name. It should also be noted that the product depictured resembles the HD DVD drive for the Xbox 360.
Previously it was reported that the slim version of Xbox 360 is based on the code-named Valhalla design. Earlier rumours revealed that Valhalla features a chip that combines central processing unit and graphics and memory controller hub, hence, is less expensive to manufacture.
Single-chip Xbox 360 is not only smaller, slimmer and more power efficient, but is also cheaper to make. Although Microsoft is relatively comfortable with the current price of the Xbox 360 Arcade at $199, it is highly likely that the company may want to cut the price on the console when it reveals the Natal motion sensor later this year so that the combination of the X360 with the controller would still be affordable.
Microsoft did not comment on the news-story.
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Explore this captivating city, immersing yourself in the arts, culture, and cosmopolitan vibrancy of Abu Dhabi.
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Pesquisa de preços baixos e depósitos iniciais baixos.
Ensure your next holiday is extra special by talking to one of our Middle East travel specialists.
Bookings made over the telephone incur a £10 booking fee per person.
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Explore this captivating city, immersing yourself in the arts, culture, and cosmopolitan vibrancy of Abu Dhabi.
Fly to Abu Dhabi with flights from British Airways and immerse yourself in the dazzling diversity of the capital of the United Arab Emirates.
An intriguing mix of old and new abounds in Abu Dhabi, thanks to its influx of international influences and a strong local heritage and culture. Enjoy the sandy beaches and warm waters of the Persian Gulf, explore the rich history of the country or throw yourself into the glitz of Abu Dhabi's world-class shopping and entertainment - whatever your taste, there's something for everyone.
Our flights to Abu Dhabi International fly non-stop from London Heathrow and take only 6 hours and 55 minutes from take-off to landing.
Fly to Abu Dhabi non-stop from Heathrow Airport, which is easily accessible from all areas of London and further afield. When you fly to Abu Dhabi with us, you'll also enjoy the convenience of free seat selection 24 hours in advance, online, mobile or airport check-in options and a handy 23kg baggage allowance as standard.
Once you arrive at Abu Dhabi International Airport, a number of options are available for travel to your final destination. Air conditioned buses run 24 hours a day into the city centre, taking around 45 minutes. Both metred taxis and limousines can be found outside terminal 1 and 2, whilst a range of car rental outlets are open all day and night for those who wish to explore at their own pace.
Fly to Abu Dhabi with British Airways and enjoy award winning service from our friendly cabin crew, who will take care of your comfort and safety throughout your flight. On your way to Abu Dhabi, sit back and enjoy complimentary food and drink alongside the latest in-flight entertainment and your holiday can begin as soon as you step on board.
For travellers looking to enjoy year-round sunshine, Abu Dhabi is a dream destination with its sunny blue skies and high temperatures. The air conditioning inside shops, restaurants and cinemas can be high, so it is advisable to pack some lightweight warm clothing despite the warm weather.


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Use of Rare Books
When you arrive at the Cowles Rare Book Library, please go to the staff desk and sign in. Because the rare books are housed in locked shelves or in the vault, they must be requested by readers; staff will bring the books from the vault. A photo ID with current address, such as a current faculty/student ID, driver's license, or passport, will be required in order to have use of a rare item. Rare books may be used only in the Cowles Rare Book Library and must be returned to a member of the staff. If you intend to use a book on more than one day, you may ask staff to place the volume on the Hold shelf within the vault for you.
Leave all belongings except paper, pencils, and laptop on the coat rack and storage shelving in the Rare Book Reading Room. You may keep a purse with you if you place it on the floor.
Handle all rare books and manuscripts with care.
Please wash your hands before handling any materials. White gloves and / or a book cradle may be issued at the discretion of a librarian.
Select a desk that is not in direct sunlight, to spare the rare book undue exposure to light.
A "cradle" is an angled book rest that allows you to read a book without opening it flat. This prevents stress on fragile bindings and reduces actual touching of the volume. As a rule of thumb, use a "cradle" or "book pillow" for any volume produced before 1900. When using a folio volume (a book more than 30 cm. in height), take care to support the entire length of the book, in order to avoid damaging its spine. If no folio-sized cradle is available, ask staff to help arrange a safe means of support for the book. If using a book pillow, make sure to adjust its filling to support the full length of the book's spine.
Never put pressure on an old book. Open the book gently, only so far as is easy for the binding. Never force a book to open flat, as this can cause damage. Also, do not hold a page down too firmly with one hand while taking notes with the other. "Snakes" are supple weights that can hold a page in place gently but steadily; they are available from staff.
Use only pencil and paper or laptop computer for taking notes. For your convenience, pencils, pencil sharpeners, a magnifying glass, and acid-free paper strips are available from the circulation desk in the Cowles Rare Book Library.
For temporary book marks, use only acid-free paper strips. The use of "post-its" is strictly forbidden, because their glue is acidic and can leave a damaging residue.
If you discover book stamps or noteworthy inscriptions or other details within a rare book that are not yet included in the electronic catalog record on that volume, please call this to the attention of the staff. Also, if you discover damage to a book, please report this also.
If your research leads to a publication involving one of the rare books, the University would welcome and appreciate your providing staff with full bibliographic information and, if convenient, an offprint.


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CAC {B-01, BB-73} An estimated 1,300 to 2,100 specimens exist in all grades. {CAC Population 7, only 7 Higher}
Q. David Bowers: The following narrative, with minor editing, is from my "Silver Dollars & Trade Dollars of the United States: A Complete Encyclopedia" (Wolfeboro, NH: Bowers and Merena Galleries, Inc., 1993). Note: the Notable Specimens list should be used with caution - it has been updated in my 2013 edition of "The Encyclopedia of United States Silver Dollars 1794-1804."
OBVERSE 2: See description under 1797 BB-72. Latest state of the die; struck after BB-72.
Obverse die used to strike 1797 BB-72 (earlier) and BB-73 (later).
REVERSE C: Large Letters style. 8 berries in left branch. Leaf ends under center of upright of E in STATES. Lowest berry near ribbon bow is on inside of wreath. E of STATES lightly repunched. All of the A's in the legend show a curious defect at their upper left corners. A leaf points to the left corner of the I in UNITED, another leaf points to the left corner of the first T in STATES while another leaf points to the very end of the 0 in OF. Another leaf is positioned away from the R in AMERICA.
Note: Immediately after 1797 BB-73 Die State IV was coined, the reverse die was mated with a 1798 obverse and used to coin specimens of 1798 BB-82, Die State 1. The die cracks advanced slightly during the coinage. When coinage of 1798 BB-82 was completed, the dies were remated with this 1797 obverse, and additional specimens of 1797 BB-73 were struck, with the reverse being in the same state as used to coin 1798 BB-82. It is likely that all specimens of 1797 BB-73 were struck at the Mint in calendar year 1798.
Reverse die used to strike 1797 BB-73 and 1798 BB-82.
Die State I: Perfect dies (no cracks or clash marks). Obverse die with pellet-shaped raised die flaw in field below innermost point of star 9, and about 40% of the distance from the star point to the hair. Some die roughness, probably as made, between star 1 and date. Die file marks in front of neck, described under BB-72, are present however not as strong. Most plentiful die state.
Die State II: Obverse die has been lightly relapped, removing most of pellet flaw below star 9. No obverse or reverse cracks yet. A plentiful die state.
Die State III: Bolender-La. OBVERSE: A few delicate traces of arc-like clash marks are in the field before Miss Liberty's face and are so subtle that only high-grade coins show them; these are from the curved palm leaves on the reverse. The die has developed hairline cracks as follows: From denticle upward to outermost point of star 4, continuing through a point of star 5 to ribbon; crack from ribbon downward through hair curl, hair, bottom curl, to border. Minute crack from denticle downward to star 5. Crack from denticle through two bottom points of star 7 to ribbon. From bottom of 97 of date through bust drapery to star 15, minutely continuing through the centers of stars 14 and 13. From denticle toward (but not touching) star 15. Stars on right develop distended points toward the denticles. REVERSE: No cracks.
Die State IV: Bolender-Ib. OBVERSE: As III. REVERSE:
Cracks as follows: Crack in the field from the border above the upper left of D to the border above upper right of first T in STATES. Irregular vertical crack between branch and side of eagle's right (observer's left) wing. Light crack connects denticle with upper part of second T in STATES and continues downward to branch.
Die State V: Bolender-Ic. Dies have clashed again. Now with severe clash marks in field front of Miss Liberty's face, especially from her nose to chin, and under ribbon behind head. Die cracks as IV, plus new cracks: From denticle through bottom of star 2 to hair; from 9th star downward to ribbon. Crack from denticle toward star 15 now touches star 15. REVERSE: Additional cracks as follows: Crack from left base of N in UNITED through leaf tip to connect with separate crack from right base Of I to branch. Crack from center of E through D continuing through S, curving upward to border through T. Crack connecting denticle with upper part of second T in STATES and continuing downward to branch is now much heavier from denticle to top of T. Crack from same T through ES to top most palm leaf. Crack from tops of OF through center of AM.
Note: Specimens of 1798 BB-82 were struck from a die state intermediate between IV and V (crick later from the center of E through D, etc., now only from E onward; no crack from left base of N in UNITED). Specimens were also struck from Die State V (most usual die state for 1798 BB-82).
Die State VI: Die cracks advanced further from Die State V.Gilhousen (Superior, 1973): 1225 may be this state, there called "Bolender-Ie," was described as "shattered and bulged;" ex Baldenhofer and Ostheimer collections.
AUCTION POPULATION SURVEY: Less than Good: 1, Good: 5, Very Good: 17, Fine: 47, Very Fine: 106, Extremely Fine: 52, About Uncirculated: 8, Mint State-60 or better: 10. Total: 246. Probably by today's standards, only a few (at best) of the 10 coins called Uncirculated in the past would be graded that high today; every one of these 10 citations dates before the 1986 "grading revolution."
COLLECTING NOTES: The 1797 BB-73 dollar is usually seen with broad borders, a feature particularly noticeable on the obverse, where the denticles are prominently featured, but also to an extent on the reverse. The reverse is usually not as well defined' as the obverse, due to the relatively low relief of the eagle motif. However, the breast feathers and other reverse details are usually excellent in higher grade specimens of earlier die states. Together with BB-71, the BB-73 is one of the two most available varieties Of the year; both BB-73 and BB-71 are much more plentiful than BB-72.
Over 1,000 1797 BB-73 dollars are believed to exist; I estimate the population to be from 1,300 to 2,100. This variety is the most plentiful of the year, beating 1797 BB-71 by a tiny margin. Most examples of BB-73 are in the VF category, although quite a few EF pieces are known, and come on the market frequently gains realistically graded AU are rare-more so than conventional wisdom allows. True Mint State pieces are exceedingly - dare I say "excessively" Rare. Although BB-71 is slightly scarcer than BB-73 in terms of all grades combined, in AU and Mint State, BB-71 is somewhat more available than BB-73.
Auction '83 Specimen. MS-63. Stack's, Auction '83,
1983: 720. "Uncirculated and choice. Frosty lustre with extraordinary beautiful russet and iridescent toning. Usually very poorly struck, this specimen exhibits nearly full breast feathers and excellent hair detail."
Newman Specimen. MS-60 Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society. Brilliant lustre with pale amber and green toning around the obverse periphery. Small burnished area on reverse below ribbon ends. Die State I.
Miles Specimen. MS-60 R.L. Miles, Jr. Collection .Stack's May 1974 Sale: 228. "Brilliant Uncirculated.
Stack's Spring Sale Specimen. MS-60+ Stack's Spring 1978: 716, MS-60+.
Bergen Specimen. MS-60. Herbert M. Bergen sale, Quality Sales, October 1979: 1346 .Auction '84, Paramount, 1984: 729. "Uncirculated-60. Lustrous surfaces, an exceptional strike and broad serrated borders. The obverse is frosty and the reverse is semi-prooflike with a few light planchet driftmarks. Light golden tone with some multicolored toning near the border."
Blauvelt Specimen. AU-58 Bowers and Ruddy, Harold Blauvelt Collection, 1977: 493. "Sharply struck and lustrous borderline Uncirculated."
Harte Specimen. AU-58 Bowers and Ruddy, Roy Harte Collection, 1977: 2784. "Borderline Uncirculated, small mark at top on the obverse. Quite lustrous."
Hollinbeck-Kagin Specimens. AU-55 January 1970: 780 "Virtually Uncirculated with only slight friction." Hollinbeck-Kagin. June 1970: 602. "Uncirculated golden." Hollinbeck-Kagin, August 1970: 1075. "Virtually Uncirculated, only barest friction, pinpoint nick." Hollinbeck Kagin, September 1972: 1229. "Nearly Uncirculated, traces of lustre." Tercentenary Sale, Part II, Kagin's, 1974: 606, Bolender-1b variety; "Nearly Uncirculated with superb golden patina, only slight friction." These may represent some duplicate listings.
Bullowa Specimen. AU-55. David M. Bullowa, sold to the following in 1953 .Norweb Collection, Bowers and Merena, 1988: 3750 was catalogued as AU-55 with bright, brilliant surfaces.
Plate coin in Bowers-Borckardt second edition
Came out of the woodwork at FUN 2000 - Warren Miller Collection - Kagin's


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Jimmy Cobb Live At The Village Vanguard 8/21/13
August 20, 2013. Posted by Rachel Cantrell.Add new comment | Filed under: Jazz Alive, live at the village vanguard, Live Music, Rachel Cantrell
Jimmy Cobb nestles his drums in the perfect space between sensitivity and assertiveness. Tenor saxophonist Javon Jackson joined Cobb's trio for our live broadcast from the Village Vanguard on Wednesday, August 21 at 8:30 p.m. Review our live chat and preview of the show below.
This NEA Jazz Master builds up a soloist with unwavering intensity that never overpowers. Take, for example, the way he launches one of Davis's most iconic recordings, "All Blues," from the 1959 Columbia album Kind of Blue.
First, he lays a bed for Davis by playing his snare drum with wire brushes, while Bill Evans plays a rolling chord vamp. Then he shifts for the entrance of Davis's trumpet solo.
Cobb's addition of solid hits on his ride cymbal creates a transition which is smooth yet stark, a complete change in mood. It's subtle. It's confident. It's Cobb.
This touch can be heard on many of Davis's masterpieces, which include Sketches of Spain and Someday My Prince Will Come. But the Kind of Blue session remains a kind of touchstone for Cobb, which he honors with his "So What" touring band.
Javon Jackson is a regular member of Cobb's "So What" ensemble, and Cobb also plays with Jackson in a group the saxophonist leads, "We Four," which pays homage to John Coltrane.
Jackson is a graduate of that elite finishing school in jazz, Art Blakey's Jazz Messengers. They'll be joined at the Vanguard on Wednesday night by Japanese pianist Tadataka Unno and Italian bassist Paolo Benedettini. WBGO and NPR Music will feature this live concert by the band, broadcast on air and as a video webcast, on Wednesday, August 21st at 8:30 p.m.
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TRAINING LEVEL: Intermediate
CLASS SIZE: Minimum: 20 Maximum: 40
This course expands the suite of FHWA services to assist State and local governments in the successful implementation of load and resistance factor design (LRFD). The course promotes the philosophy of the LRFD design platform, establishes the motivation for LRFD as a reassurance that safe design practices are being applied, and applies these principles to geotechnical design for bridge foundations. The course's PowerPoint slides and Participant Workbook are regularly updated and the course follows the latest American Association of State Highway Transportation Officials (AASHTO) "LRFD Bridge Design Specifications".
Major topics in this course include: loads, load distribution, and load combinations; principles of limit state designs; geotechnical spread footing design (soil and rock); driven pile and drilled shaft design (soil and rock); and substructure design and detailing for a cantilever abutment and hammerhead pier.
Structured as a combination of Instructor-led discussions and workshop exercises, this course includes LRFD theory applied to design examples and illustrates step-by-step LRFD design procedures. The training includes the extensive use of student exercises and example problems to demonstrate overall design, detailing, and construction principles addressed in the reference materials. The course also provides hands-on experience in the AASHTO LRFD design and detailing of bridge abutment and pier elements, deep and shallow foundation design, and earth retaining structures. Exercise and example problems are based on components of overall comprehensive bridge design examples using AASHTO LRFD and provide comparisons between ASD, LFD, and LRFD design methods.
Upon completion of the course, participants will be able to:
Bridge, geotechnical, and transportation engineers with 0-20 years of experience who are responsible for the design and construction of bridge substructures on surface transportation facilities may benefit from this course.
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Ok, Purseblog readers - impromptu pop quiz! We have a mammoth-sized mystery bag on our hands. Here's Jessica Chastain, goading us with her fabulous designer find of unknown origin. The handles remind us of Givenchy. The silhouette reminds us of Dolce & Gabbana. The little studs are a little McQueen. It's basically large enough to be an airplane carry-on. So what is it?! Is it something we've simply overlooked, or is Jessica Chastain getting amazing designer prototypes well before they hit stores? (Sounds feasible!)
Beyond the bag, Ms. Chastain looks extra sleek in those patent leather riding boots, puffy jacket, black stripes, and specs, does she not? I really just have to twiddle my thumbs now and to wait for you guys to fill in all the details on this one. But if this bag has you stumped too, don't fret - we'll award bonus points for IDing the glasses and boots! Give us your best guesses, PB readers!


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mercator to provide IT solutions required to grow THAI cargo operations
BANGKOK / DUBAI – 27 September 2012: Thai Airways International Public Company Limited (THAI) Executive Vice President of Human Resources & Compliance, Niruj Maneepun, and Head of mercator, Patrick Naef, today signed an agreement today that will enable the national flag carrier of the Kingdom of Thailand to manage its global cargo operations using mercator's new generation cargo system, SkyChain. The airline has also engaged mercator for its leading cargo revenue accounting solution, RAPID Cargo, along with its ULD management solution, NOMAD.
THAI flies to 75 destinations worldwide, including 9 cargo destinations across 5 continents and handles over 400,000 tonnes of air cargo annually. SkyChain, to be implemented in April 2013, will bring THAI into an already impressive customer base for mercator which includes other leading airlines such as Malaysia Airlines, Philippine Airlines, Qantas, Virgin Atlantic, along with THAI's fellow Star Alliance members - Singapore, Swiss and United Airlines.
"THAI is pleased to select SkyChain, which gives us the ability to more effectively integrate the management of our information, transportation, inventory, warehousing, handling and packaging processes in real-time. By streamlining our warehouse and administrative processes, we expect to eliminate paper processes and wastage from our operations, substantially impacting our bottom line. In turn, through our greater efficiencies and automated real time technologies, THAI Cargo will be better placed to deliver increased levels of service to our valued customers," commented Niruj Maneepun, THAI Executive Vice President of Human Resources & Compliance, on the mercator partnership. "It is for these reasons, as well as mercator's proven experience, that we chose them as our partner to help us achieve our current needs, plus our future cargo growth."
Across the entire freight supply chain, mercator's new-generation, open architecture platforms releases airlines from traditional legacy environments — giving them a newfound freedom to run their cargo business end-to-end at full capacity. The addition of THAI further solidifies mercator's already strong presence in the Asian region, which includes a mercator Bangkok-based office with a team of 60 employees. The remaining team of mercator's IT professionals is based at its global headquarters in Dubai.
"THAI is a known leader in the cargo realm and we look forward to a strong and mutually beneficial partnership with them," said Patrick Naef, Head of mercator. "THAI's decision to select mercator is testament to our ability to develop quality IT solutions that support an airline's daily operations and future growth aspirations."
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Safety audit
One result of the shooting at the Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Conn., on Dec. 14 is a heightened concern about the security of school buildings.
In Chautauqua County, the sheriff's department has taken steps to increase the safety of the buildings and the training of school personnel to cope with a critical incident. Chautauqua County Undersheriff Charles Holder is in charge of the effort in Chautauqua County, assisted by Sergeant James Rensel, a member of the SWAT team.
The first step was a safe school workshop held on Jan. 2 at Chautauqua Lake School with distance learning sites available at BOCES' LoGuidice and Angola sites.
Holder said, "During that workshop, we offered to come to the school to do a walk through and (safety) audit."
To date three schools – Clymer, Chautauqua and Brocton – have accepted that invitation. Recently, Holder and Rensel conducted a two-hour walkthrough at Brocton with selected staff members, as well as board of education vice-president Doug Walter, an investigator for the sheriff's office.
Holder, pen in hand and carrying a legal notepad, surveyed the building. He and Rensel looked at what he calls the building's "environmental design" which includes items such as locations of entrances and exits, the configuration of the building and what materials were used in construction of the building.
Art Miller, the district's head custodian, answered questions about the building and offered insights into its unique features.
Jason Delcamp, middle/high school principal, carried a map of the building for reference and was able to answer questions.
Once Holder and Rensel surveyed the building, the group came back into Superintendent John Hertlein's office to discuss specific items. Hertlein provided Holder and Rensel with the district's current safety plan and supplemental information about security procedures such as preventing unwanted entrance. A safety plan addresses a number of critical situations, including lockdown situations as well as fire emergencies.
Holder began on a positive note. He said, "The facility is in great shape."
He added, "This is a unique audit in that construction (in the building) adds another dimension to safety considerations."
Rensel complimented the protocol for dealing with visitors to the building. A visitor must sign in at the office and is issued a temporary sticker that is coded to expire.
He said, "The appearance of the building having well-established security procedures can be a deterrent."
Hertlein said, "One of the best security measures we have is our kids." A student may point out that another student is not acting normally.
Holder asked whether the district wanted written recommendations or wanted him to just review them orally. Hertlein asked for a written set of recommendations so that the board of education can review them.
The next step for Brocton will be a lockdown drill on Wednesday at 9:45 a.m. Parents have been informed about this. The goal is to practice the necessary protocols, to familiarize the children with them and to improve their speed and accuracy.
Hertlein said, "The staff is on-board with this. You do whatever you can to take care of the kids."
Walter characterized Brocton's efforts as a good idea. He said, "Brocton is ahead of the curve on this."
Holder said that he and Rensel are available to conduct a school safety audit for other schools in Chautauqua County. Those interested may contact the Sheriff's office at 753-4900.
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I am so pleased to find TeaChat. I've been a tea lover since childhood. I used to be content with whatever loose tea I could find locally, but now I've started ordering online and branching out with my tastes.
I had the privilege of spending a month in Dongying, Shandong Province, China in 2005. I enjoyed going to the office with my hosts, who kept tea going all day long.
Their brewing techniques were simple. Use a tightly rolled leaf tea, place in an insulated mugs with a snap-on strainer on the top, pour hot water from the water dispenser on it, drink. Refill with more water all day long, using the same leaves, which unfold more with each brewing. At the end of the day, everyone takes their cup down to the restroom, where a trash can has been set up with a large strainer over the top, just for tea leaves to be deposited.
I had one comical tea adventure - I loved a particular tea with a licorice aftertaste that worked well for all-day brewing. I tried to get the name of it down, but finally had to have it written, as the people in the grocery store could not understand what I said. They told me it was Ren Shen Wulong (ginseng oolong), but it didn't have quite the right licorice taste, so apparently I had the wrong name after all. Recently I found a tea at HEB called Blue Spring Oolong, which was exactly what I remembered. Now that I have the correct name I have found it in larger quantities.
But, if only I had found TeaChat earlier, no doubt someone would have set me on the right path with much less effort.
Anyway, I am glad to find it now and look forward to increasing my tea sophistication.