text: Top 25 Big Board 1. Calvin Johnson*, WR, Georgia Tech (6-4, 225) | previous: Same He's not only a tremendous athlete, but he's a hard worker and very team oriented. Based on the needs of the Raiders and Lions, Johnson might not be the No. 1 overall pick, but he won't fall out of the top five. 2. Joe Thomas, OT, Wisconsin (6-6½, 313) | previous: Same Huge, quick and athletic with a long wingspan. 3. Adrian Peterson*, RB, Oklahoma (6-1½, 218) | previous: Same The most talented running back in the draft with an excellent burst to the outside for his size. The concern with Peterson is his durability. 4. JaMarcus Russell*, QB, LSU (6-6, 260) | previous: Same Big, strong signal caller with a powerful arm, and his decision-making improved significantly in 2006. 5. Brady Quinn, QB, Notre Dame (6-3½, 225) | previous: Same Poised, smart and at his best in pressure situations. Quinn did throw two interceptions in the Sugar Bowl after throwing just one INT in his previous eight games. 6. LaRon Landry, DB, LSU (6-1½, 205) | previous: Same Four-year starter who has proven to be Mr. Reliable throughout his career. 7. Amobi Okoye, DT, Louisville (6-1½, 298) | previous: Same A four-year veteran, and he is only 19 years old. Okoye is quick and explosive and goes all-out on every play. He is not only good at eating up space but also gets good penetration into the backfield. 8. Gaines Adams, DE, Clemson (6-4½, 260) | previous: Same Flashes dominating ability with his athleticism and quickness. Adams led the Tigers with 10½ sacks and 15½ tackles for loss. 9. Leon Hall, CB, Michigan (5-11, 193) | previous: Same Tough customer who also shows very good anticipation and awareness in coverage. 10. Ted Ginn Jr.*, WR, Ohio State (5-11, 175) | previous: 22 Takes a backseat to no one in the speed department, brings a big-play dimension to the wide receiver position and also the return game. 11. Greg Olsen*, Miami, TE (6-5, 254) | previous: 12 His performance at the combine should move Olsen up to the middle of the first round. Great hands and very athletic, Olsen reminds me of Baltimore Ravens tight end Todd Heap. 12. Levi Brown, OT, Penn St. (6-4½, 325) | previous: 10 Steady and reliable at protecting the quarterback's blind side. 13. Joe Staley, OT, Central Michigan (6-5½, 300) | previous: 21 He's a former tight end who has developed into a natural left tackle. Staley brings incredible footwork, athleticism and agility to the position. 14. Dwayne Jarrett*, WR, USC (6-4, 210) | previous: 11 Has the size and natural receiving skills to create mismatches against smaller cornerbacks. Jarrett also has better quickness out of his break than people give him credit for. 15. Patrick Willis, LB, Mississippi (6-2, 235) | previous: 17 Tackling machine with great football sense. Willis lead the Rebels with 137 tackles (87 solo). 16. Jamaal Anderson*, DE, Arkansas (6-5, 270) | previous: 13 A gifted athlete who is coming off an exceptional 2006 season. Anderson is a complete player, equally solid against the run and as a pass rusher. 17. Adam Carriker, DE, Nebraska (6-6, 298) | previous: 14 You don't see many defensive ends carrying 300 pounds who can move as well as Carriker. 18. Justin Harrell, DT, Tennessee (6-4 ¼, 302) | previous: 16 Prior to going down with a season-ending injury (torn biceps), Harrell was performing at the level you would expect from a first-round draft pick. 19. Dwayne Bowe, WR, LSU (6-2, 217) | previous: 15 Big and productive, Bowe runs excellent routes and has the toughness to catch the ball in traffic. 20. Marshawn Lynch*, RB, California (5-11, 224) | previous: 15 Complete big back, right on the heels of Adrian Peterson when it comes to who will be the top RB in the draft. 21. Ben Grubbs, OG, Auburn (6-3, 300) | previous: 18 A versatile athlete who started his career at defensive tackle and then shifted to tight end. Grubbs brings a great deal of athletic ability to the interior of the offensive line. 22. Steve Smith, WR, USC (5-11½, 198) | previous: 17 Sure-haneded and faster than advertised at the combine (4.44 40-yard dash). Smith is one of the best receivers at doing damage after the catch. 23. Robert Meachem*, WR, Tennessee (6-2½, 210) | previous: Unranked Came through with a number of highlight-film plays in 2006. Meachem's stock has been on the rise leading up to the draft. 24. Jarvis Moss*, DE, Florida (6-5, 250) | previous: Unranked Speed rusher who is also excellent in pursuit, using his lateral quickness to chase down running plays before they can amount to anything. 25. Paul Posluszny, LB, Penn St. (6-1½, 235) | previous: Unranked A productive and consistent player who studies and prepares as thoroughly as anybody. Dropped Ryan Kalil, C, USC (6-3, 285) | previous: 23 Game improved dramatically thanks in part to facing great competition in practice. Eric Weddle, DB, Utah (5-11¼, 205) | previous: 24 Makes his debut on the Big Board after a standout senior season for the Utes. An incredibly intelligent player, Weddle has the versatility to play either cornerback or safety. Lawrence Timmons*, LB, Florida St. (6-2¼, 233) | previous: 25 Moves right to the top of a very subpar linebacking group, particularly from the senior class. Timmons' production and consistency from game to game are what jumps out at you. Kiper is crazy if he thinks Steve Smith is a better WR prospect than Robert Meachem..


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Booger eater. One who eats one's own boogers from one's nose while sitting on the sideline at a football game.
The Missouri quarterback decided to chase daniel while sitting on the sideline after throwing four interceptions in the first half of the game against Kansas on November 24, 2007.
by Jayhawker November 13, 2007
Cleveland Steamer Plush
The vengeful act of crapping on a lover's chest while they sleep.Buy the plush
Born in South-Lake Carroll, Texas. Chase Daniel reached all new heights with the Destruction of previously (and very weaked scheduled) Undefeated Kansas. Once in for all making both Meier and Reesing his bitches. Hiesman Finalist. Davey O'Brien Finalist. Big 12 offensive player of the year. Border Showdown MVP. Tigers own Jayhawks.
Person 1: Did you see Chase Daniel tear apart the Kansas Defense? It was like watching Mangino shred a Double Whopper!
Person 2: Yeah, I heard Reesing offered to suck him off for QB lessons.
Person 1: Wouldn't doubt it
Person 2: Yeah, I heard Reesing offered to suck him off for QB lessons.
Person 1: Wouldn't doubt it
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Hi everybody.
I recently came across this wonderful web site a couple of days ago.
I thought about keeping bees a few years ago, but at the time my hands were pretty full, as my wife and I were caring for my father, who had cancer and Alzheimer's. Sadly he died late last year.
Now I have dcided to take up the hobby. I have enrolled in a beginners course, which will take place next spring.
I obviously ant to know as much as I can before that .. there's no point in waiting. With books, the internet and some wonderful forums, there is so much to learn. And there's even Youtube too. I don't know how many clips I have watched on how to put a load of bees into a new hive. I think they were all from America, with a cage of bees being tipped into the centre of the hive. In the UK, the bees are usually sold already on 3 frames, so you have to be careful to get frames that fit your hive.
Anyway, I just want to say hi.
One more thing, if I am allowed. I am looking to set up my own website (a UK based one) and wondered if anybody would let me use a few photographs, surprisingly showing groups of bees. I don't need large images, just about 700pixels wide at most, just to add some 'eye candy' to my website.
I am not in a position to pay for the images, but would be willing to mention the photographers name, if that was requested. If anybody can assist, please send me a message.
Many thanks !


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|ACS 2009 (5-Year Estimates)
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|B25121. Household Income in the Past 12 Months (In 2009 Inflation-Adjusted Dollars) By Value [106]
Universe: Owner-occupied housing units
Table Details
|Household Income in the Past 12 Months (In 2009 Inflation-Adjusted Dollars) By Value
|Universe: Owner-occupied housing units
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|Social Explorer; U.S. Census Bureau; American Community Survey 2005-2009 Summary File: Technical Documentation.
|ACS 2009-5yr Summary File: Technical Documentation -> Appendix A. Supplemental Documentation -> 2009 Subject Definitions -> Population Variables -> Cash Public Assistance -> Income of Households
This includes the income of the householder and all other individuals 15 years old and over in the household, whether they are related to the householder or not. Because many households consist of only one person, average household income is usually less than average family income. Although the household income statistics cover the past 12 months, the characteristics of individuals and the composition of households refer to the time of interview. Thus, the income of the household does not include amounts received by individuals who were members of the household during all or part of the past 12 months if these individuals no longer resided in the household at the time of interview. Similarly, income amounts reported by individuals who did not reside in the household during the past 12 months but who were members of the household at the time of interview are included. However, the composition of most households was the same during the past 12 months as at the time of interview.
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|Social Explorer; U.S. Census Bureau; American Community Survey 2005-2009 Summary File: Technical Documentation.
|ACS 2009-5yr Summary File: Technical Documentation -> Appendix A. Supplemental Documentation -> 2009 Subject Definitions -> Housing Variables -> Value
The data on value (also referred to as "price asked" for vacant units) were obtained from Housing Question 16 in the 2009 American Community Survey. The question was asked at housing units that were owned, being bought, vacant for sale, or sold not occupied at the time of the survey. Value is the respondent's estimate of how much the property (house and lot, mobile home and lot, or condominium unit) would sell for if it were for sale. If the house or mobile home was owned or being bought, but the land on which it sits was not, the respondent was asked to estimate the combined value of the house or mobile home and the land. For vacant units, value was the price asked for the property. Value was tabulated separately for all owner-occupied and vacant-for-sale housing units, as well as owner-occupied and vacant-for-sale mobile homes. The value of a home provides information on neighborhood quality, housing affordability, and wealth. These data provide socioeconomic information not captured by household income and comparative information on the state of local housing markets. The data also serve to aid in the development of housing programs designed to meet the housing needs of persons at different economic levels.
Adjusting Value for Inflation
Since value collected before 2008 is the only dollar amount captured on the questionnaire in specified intervals, the category boundaries for previous years are not adjusted for inflation. In the comparison profiles, however, the median value is adjusted for inflation by multiplying a factor equal to the average annual CPI-U-RS factor for the current year, divided by the average annual CPI-U-RS factor for the earlier/earliest year.
Median and Quartile Value
The median divides the value distribution into two equal parts: one-half of the cases falling below the median value of the property (house and lot, mobile home and lot, or condominium unit) and one-half above the median. Quartiles divide the value distribution into four equal parts. Median and quartile value are computed on the basis of a standard distribution. (See the "Standard Distributions" section under "Appendix A".) Median and quartile value calculations are rounded to the nearest hundred dollars. Upper and lower quartiles can be used to note large value differences among various geographic areas. (For more information on medians and quartiles, see "Derived Measures".)
Aggregate Value
Aggregate value is calculated by adding all of the value estimates for owner occupied housing units in an area. Aggregate value is rounded to the nearest hundred dollars. (For more information on aggregates, see "Derived Measures".)
Question/Concept History
The 1996-1998 American Community Survey question provided a space for the respondent to enter a dollar amount. From 1999-2007 the question provided 19 pre-coded response categories from "Less than $10,000 to $250,000 or more - Specify." Starting in 2004, value was shown for all owner-occupied housing units, unlike from 1996-2003 in which value was shown only for specified owner-occupied housing units. Changes introduced in 2008 were removing the pre-coded response categories and adding a write-in box for the respondent to enter the property value amount in dollars, and revising the wording of the question to ask, "About how much do you think this house and lot, apartment, or mobile home (and lot, if owned) would sell for if it were for sale?"
Limitation of the Data
The Census Bureau tested the changes introduced to the 2008 version of the value question in the 2006 ACS Content Test. The results of this testing show that the changes may introduce an inconsistency in the data produced for this question as observed from the years 2007 to 2008, see "2006 ACS Content Test Evaluation Report Covering Property Value" on the ACS website (www.census.gov/acs).
Caution should be used when comparing American Community Survey data on value from the years 2008 and after with pre-2008 ACS data. Changes made to the value question between the 2007 and 2008 ACS involving the response option may have resulted in an inconsistency in the value distribution for some areas. In 2007 and previous years, the ACS value question included categorical response options with a write-in for values over $250,000. Beginning in 2008, the response option became solely a write-in. Caution should also be used when comparing value data from the ACS produced in 2008 or later with Census 2000 value data. The 2008 or later ACS provides solely a write-in response option while Census 2000 collected data in categories. Additionally, Census 2000 tables on value were released for both total owner-occupied housing units and specified owner-occupied housing units, thus comparisons can be made only when comparing the same universes between the two data sets.


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Stocks are normally an important part of East Coast winter distillate supply, since they are the nearest source when anything unexpected occurs, and they supply a significant portion of demand during the peak heating season. Over the last 10 years, stocks have provided about 15% of supply during the peak winter months of January and February. On average, stocks supply the East Coast with about 260 thousand barrels per day in January and 280 in February. Those supplies represent draws of about 8 million barrels in one month.
In addition, East Coast refineries meet about 25% of demand during January and February, and other regions -- mostly the Gulf Coast -- supply 40-50% of the region's needs.
Imports generally supply about as much as stocks during the peak months, with most of the product coming from Canada, the Virgin Islands and Venezuela. During the peak months, product from more distant sources also helps to supply the region.
Thus, about 60% of the East Coast's supply comes from distant sources, so if cold weather increases demand, re-supply from these distant sources can take several weeks.


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At 13, Sophie Nélisse is already an award-winning actress. She won a Genie Award—Canada's version of the Oscar—when she was 12. Now, the French-Canadian teen is earning rave reviews for her first English-language movie role, in The Book Thief (rated PG-13 for some violence and intense depiction of thematic material), which is in theaters now. The film is based on Markus Zusak's best-selling young-adult novel. Sophie plays Liesel, a girl who moves to Germany to live with foster parents during World War II. With the help of her foster father and a young Jewish man the family is hiding, Liesel learns to read—and discovers the power of words—through stolen books. The actress, who was training to become an Olympic gymnast before filming The Book Thief, spoke to TFK about the movie.
Why did you want to play Liesel? What did you think of her?
I really wanted to play her because it's not a role that you get to play every day. I think Liesel is really inspiring to everyone around her, and she inspires me. She's really courageous, and she thinks about other people before herself. Reading books really helps her. It makes her see that, even if it's dark, she can always find this little light or this other way to see things.
Do you share Liesel's love of reading or writing?
I do love to write. I tried to write a story once. I love to read, but not as much as Liesel, She loves to read everything. If something is not interesting, it will take me months to read. If it's really interesting, it will take me a week. But Liesel, whatever she has [available] to read, she'll read it. She loves her books a bit more than me.
How was the experience of filming in Berlin, Germany?
It was just awesome to film in Berlin because I would be on the set and see all these houses that are built [to look like] old Germany. The set was amazing and so realistic. I would feel like I was in the time, and then when I was done shooting, I would just walk [off set] in this new Germany and see all these new buildings.
Had you learned about the Holocaust in school before filming this movie?
I read Hana's Suitcase [by Karen Levine] in sixth grade, but they don't really teach [about] Nazis in our school. To help myself [learn, I visited] a bomb shelter, and I watched a lot of movies.
What was the most memorable scene to film?
There was a scene where we have a snow fight; that was really fun to do. But also I learned how to cry [on camera]. I was just so proud of myself, and I think the whole experience was just amazing.
Did you learn a lot from the director, Brian Percival?
Yes, he helped me so much. Even if the scene was pretty bad, he would always find nice words to say, and say, "You could do it this way." In winter, he wore this big North Face coat, so the guy who played Rudy, Nico Liersch, and I would call him a teddy bear. We actually made this music video called "The Teddy Bear Song," [similar to] "The Gummy Bear Song." We made our own lyrics. We were so happy because almost the whole crew worked on it. We filmed it and made a big video, and it was just awesome.
Did you go to school on set?
My mom is a teacher, so she helped me. My teacher would send me my school [work] and exams by Internet, and I would do them and give them back.
Do you still attend a regular school when not on set?
I still go to regular school. Well, I go to [a school] for sports and studies because I was doing gymnastics for 35 hours per week. I stopped [gymnastics] because I want to concentrate on acting, but [I still go to the school.] If I have to shoot something, I film it in the afternoon.
Why do you think kids should go see this movie?
You learn a lot on the subject but not in this rough or bad way. You learn how to see things in a different way. It's a family movie. It's a hard subject but [done] in a nice way, and it's original in that it is narrated by Death, who gives another way into the movie.
Can you share five fun facts about yourself for TFK readers?
I love watching TV. I love playing outside with my sister because I have a trampoline. I have this app called iMovie and there is also Video Star. You make your own music video and your own trailer movie. If people love to create their own things, it is really nice because you can put effects in and all that stuff. I also really love sports. And I [want to tell TFK readers] to never give up if they have a dream.


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Rustic Pizza Recipe
Hard to beat an extraordinary rustic, homemade pizza. For a great wine pairing visit
For the crust
3 cups plus 3 tbsp self rising flour
10 fluid oz warm water
3 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp milk
½ tsp brown sugar
3 tsp fast acting yeast
1 tsp red pepper flakes
1 tsp garlic salt
To make the dough put 3 cups of flour in a food processor or large bowl with garlic salt and red pepper flakes. Mix to combine. In a glass measuring cup add warm water mix with olive oil, milk, brown sugar and yeast. With the motor running add the liquid to the flour in a steady stream. If mixing by hand in a bowl, drizzle liquid in three batches, mixing to combine between each. Mix until all liquid is incorporated and a dough ball has been formed. Approximately 2-3 minutes. Transfer dough to a floured surface using last 3 tbsp of flour here. Knead on a floured surface for three minutes. Form into a ball ,place in an oiled bowl and cover. Set in warm, draft free location for at least one hour or until dough has doubled in size.
For the sauce
4 cloves garlic
7 tbsp olive oil
5 tbsp sundried tomatoes
Pinch of salt
3 tbsp heavy cream
3 tbsp of grated parmesan cheese
To make the sauce add all sauce ingredients to a food processor or blend and mix until incorporated.
For the topping
½ cup jarred marinated artichokes
1 skinless boneless chicken breast
5 oz crumbled feta cheese
6-7 oz fresh spinach
Red peper flakes
8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese
Could also add thinly sliced red onions
and/or calamata olives
For the topping start by cutting chicken breasts into small bite pieces. Saute on medium heat with a dash of olive oil until cooked through. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Saute spinach in small amount of olive oil. Cut artichokes into small bite size pieces. Thinly slice fresh mozarella ball. Once dough has set and risen, turn out onto floured surface. Cut dough in half and roll out into rectangular shape. Can roll out to fit a 12x18 baking sheet. Spray baking sheet with non stick spray and lay crust on sheet. Spread each crust with half of the sauce. Sauce for this recipe is meant to be quite thin on the crust. The sauce batch will make enough for both pizzas. Spread half of the cooked chicken, artichoke and spinach on each crusts. Sparsely lay thin sliced mozarella put on top of pizza. Sprinkle each pizza with feta cheese and pepper flakes to taste. Bake in 400 degree preheated oven for 15 minutes.


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The South Beach Florida Resort area is best explored on foot, but deciding what to do, or where to even begin, can sometimes pose a challenge. In an area with so much to offer, from the glitz and glamour of Ocean Drive to the quaint, bohemian vibe of Espanola Way, the mind soon begins to anticipate the possibilities.
To assist you in mapping out your next visit to Miami Beach, the staff at the South Seas Hotel has compiled a short list of South Beach favorites, all just a short stroll from our hotel.
Miami Beach
Just outside our doors, you'll find one of the most beautiful, and famous, ribbons of sand in the world. Hit the surf, go for a jog on the paths along South Beach or spread out a towel and nap away the afternoon. The people-watching alone is worth the trip.
Ocean Drive and the Art Deco District
If you've seen any movie that takes place in Miami Beach, odds are there's a shot of this famous thoroughfare. Lined with pastel-shaded Art Deco hotels, vibrant sidewalk cafés and over 800 historically preserved buildings, it's also home to the Versace mansion, one of the most photographed houses in North America.
- Deco Bike
- GoCar GPS Tours
- Duck Tours
- Miami Beach Local
- Swoop
- Double Decker Bus
Lincoln Road Mall
This pedestrian-only promenade is the hub of South Beach life. Located between Alton Road and Washington Avenue, Lincoln Road showcases eclectic boutiques, breezy sidewalk cafés, funky bars, art galleries and more than its share of fine dining restaurants.
Collins Ave Shopping
When you've worn out Ocean Drive, head one block over to lower Collins Avenue to join the glam crowd on the hunt for clubwear or a grab a bite to eat. Some of the bigger names straddling the avenue include Sephora, Tommy Hilfiger, Club Monaco, Ralph Lauren, Nicole Miller, United Colors of Benetton, Quicksilver, Arden B., Urban Outfitters, MNG by Mango, Zara, and Barneys New York Co-Op.
Espanola Way
Scenic yet authentically bohemian right down to its peach-colored paint, Espanola Way is a slice of Miami history served with a side of Latin American culture. On any given weekend, a stroll down Espanola Way lends itself to the sights and sounds of a marketplace. Vendors selling flowers, handmade semi-precious stone jewelry, sunglasses and lightweight dresses hawk their wares on the street.
Washington Ave Nightlife
Washington Avenue is unquestionably the nightclub capital of the world, with the streets often jammed with revelers until 6 AM or later. For those whose tastes extend beyond VIP lists and tequila shots, Washington Avenue is also home to several shops and restaurants, the architecturally stunning Temple Emanu-El and something called the World Erotic Art Museum (only in South Beach!).
South Pointe Park
This 17-acre urban oasis on the ocean faces Fisher's Island. In addition to offering vast expanses of green and the best vantage point to watch the massive cruise ships float in and out of the Port of Miami, the park features a jogging path, a relatively uncrowded beach, a jungle gym for the kids, a fishing pier and several dining spots.
Flamingo Park
Located in the heart of South Beach, Flamingo Park is a bustle of activity with a myriad of recreational options to choose from. The park features a swimming pool with lap lanes, water playground for the kids, tennis courts, basketball courts, a baseball and soccer field, running track, dog park, and more.
Art Deco District
Also known as the Miami Beach Architectural District and the Old Miami Beach Historic District, the Art Deco contains 960 historic buildings celebrating the architectural heritage of Miami Beach. Whether you consider the buildings "ultramodern" or "retro fabulous," you'll be amazed by the details and craftsmanship that went into almost everything built in Miami Beach in the '20s, '30s, '40s.
The Fillmore Miami Beach at Jackie Gleason Theater
The Fillmore Miami Beach at the Jackie Gleason Theater showcases the biggest names in live entertainment – from music and comedy to bodybuilding competitions.
New World Symphony Orchestra
Designed by architect Frank Gehry and acoustician Yasuhisa Toyota, this is the country's only full-time orchestral academy. Performances include full-orchestra concerts, a chamber music series, a new music series, percussion consort series, small ensemble concerts, a family series, and special festivals and recitals.
Miami City Ballet
Even if you don't have time to see a performance, guests are welcome to visit and watch rehearsals and classes.
Colony Theatre
One of South Florida's most popular entertainment venues, the Colony hosts a wide variety of programs, including music, dance, theater, opera, comedy, performance art and film.
Bass Museum of Art
The Bass Museum specializes in art from around the world - from the Renaissance to modern art. Collection highlights include Contemporary art, 19th century paintings, and Asian art.
The Wolfsonian–Florida International University
Located in the heart of the Art Deco District, the Wolfsonian-FIU is a museum, library and research center dedicated to illustrating the persuasive power of art and design. The Wolfsonian collection comprises approximately 120,000 pieces from 1885 to 1945 in a variety of media.
Jewish Museum of Florida
The Jewish Museum of Florida includes more than 500 photos and artifacts that depict the Jewish experience in Florida since 1763.
Miami Holocaust Memorial
The Holocaust Memorial in Miami Beach, Florida is a world-famous sculpture garden memorial to the six million Jewish people who perished in the Holocaust.
Miami Art Museum
Located in downtown Miami, Miami Art Museum (MAM) is dedicated to collecting and exhibiting international art of the 20th and 21st centuries with an emphasis on the cultures of the Americas, Europe and Africa.


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I'm a beginner beekeeper and have my one hive so far on a farm where we also keep two donkeys. Last season it seemed that all of August was pretty much a dearth as far as the bees were concerned and since we have a nice unused field I was considering growing something to get them a bit of a flow that time of year. Since we also keep the donkeys I was wondering if I could use some kind of crop that would provide a good flow for the bees in August and then dry up and be a decent feed or at least something to make the "beds" for the donkeys.
Any ideas for a crop that fits my requirements:
- Blooms at the end of summer when the bees are in a dearth
- Ideally doesn't need much water but I have plenty of water to irrigate in August if needed
- Come fall, dries up and can be consumed by donkeys


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Performing Arts Faculty
Contact InformationOffice: Walker 916/917
Phone: 1-617-824-8780
courtney_oconnor [at] emerson.edu (E-Mail »)
Courtney O'Connor
Senior Affiliated Faculty (2002)
B.A. Cabrini College
M.A. Emerson College
Courtney O'Connor teaches courses on directing, playwriting for youth, and languages of the stage. O'Connor has previously served as program director of Emerson's Summer Stage for High School Students, education director for Boston's Commonwealth Shakespeare Company, and artistic director of Coyote Theatre, which is based at the Boston Center for the Arts. Through her work with the Tremont Street Project/Coyote Theatre Project, O'Connor has overseen the creation of more than 150 new 10-minute plays by at-risk youths from Boston.
O'Connor's directing credits include Buyer & Cellar, Red Hot Patriot, Stones in his Pockets, The Life and Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby (Associate Director, Elliot Norton Awards for Outstanding Direction and Outstanding Production) Red Herring, and The Miracle Worker at the Lyric Stage Company of Boston; Much Ado About Nothing and Two Gentlemen of Verona with the Commonwealth Shakespeare Intern Company; Macbeth and A Midsummer Nights Dream for Shakespeare Now!, a professional theatre company that brings live performances of the playwright's work to schools throughout southeastern New England; My Heart and My Flesh, The House of Yes, Sin, and This is Our Youth at Coyote Theatre; Be A Good Little Widow at AIM Stage, Blue Window at Brandeis University; Radium Girls at Suffolk University, the New Voices New Stories playwright's festival of new works at UMass Boston, and Dancing at Lughnasa, Big Love, Robin Hood, Six Characters in Search of an Author, The Long Christmas Dinner & Pullman Car Hiawatha, Picnic, The Women, and Holiday for Emerson Stage.
Awards & Honors
- 2012
2012 Alan L. Stanzler Award for Excellence in Teaching


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We just got the SHB last year. I used some Hood traps with marginal success although one hive had 30 beetles in the trap. This year we have more beetles, or at least I'm noticing more of them in my hives, in my swarm traps and in my mating nucs.
Interestingly, we have adult beetles, but have not had much problem with larvae burrowing up in comb.
And being fairly new to this subject due to an intentional ignorance because I didn't have a problem with SHB, I now have a couple of questions.
First, in another older thread, the advice was to check all your old equipment, dead outs, stored comb, etc. My initial thought was there wasn't anything in these combs/equipment for the SHB to feast on. Have any of you found SHB in dry, stored equipment? I have only found SHB in living hives with stores of honey.
Second, this Guardstar treatment has me confused. You pour it on the ground to kill the pupating larvae. But if you have larvae escaping the hive to pupate, hasn't the damage already been done inside the hive by the larvae? Is not Guardstar a little too late, and at best, would only prevent more adults from emerging to lay more eggs? What can you do if you have larvae in the hive tearing up your comb and making a stinking mess of the honey stores?
Third, I remember reading something, somewhere questioning if adult beetles can fit through an 8-mesh hardware cloth that most of use for screen bottom boards. Can anyone remember where this topic was clarified?
Thanks for your patience and insights,
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I was inspired by the women's post, so let's look back at the men!
1976 Terry Kubicka
1977 Charles Tickner
1978 Charles Tickner (W)
1979 Charles Tickner
1980 Charles Tickner (OM) (WCM)
1981 Scott Hamilton (W)
1982 Scott Hamilton (W)
1983 Scott Hamilton [B](W)/B]
1984 Scott Hamilton (O) (W)
1985 Brian Boitano (WCM)
1986 Brian Boitano (W)
1987 Brian Boitano (WCM)
1988 Brian Boitano (O) (W)
1989 Christopher Bowman (WCM)
1990 Todd Eldredge
1991 Todd Eldredge (WCM)
1992 Christopher Bowman
1993 Scott Davis
1994 Scott Davis
1995 Todd Eldredge (WCM)
1996 Rudy Galindo (WCM)
1997 Todd Eldredge (WCM)
1998 Todd Eldredge (WCM)
1999 Michael Weiss (WCM)
2000 Michael Weiss (WCM)
2001 Timothy Goebel
2002 Todd Eldredge
2003 Michael Weiss
2004 Johnny Weir
2005 Johnny Weir
2006 Johnny Weir
2007 Evan Lysacek (4CC)
2008 Evan Lysacek (4CCM)
2009 Jeremy Abbott
2010 Jeremy Abbott
All these are U.S. Nationals performances. I've also added a bold (O) or (W) or (FC) if they went on to win Worlds, the Olympics or the Worlds. I also added an (OM) or (WM) or (FCM) if they medaled.
Speaking of which, a U.S. Champion hasn't moved on to win Worlds or the Olympics since 1998 when Brian Boitano won the triple crown. Evan Lysacek did win 4CC in 2007 after winning Nationals.
Also should note U.S. medalists (1st -4th) that went on to went to win or medal in the Olympics, Worlds or 4CC.
1990 Christopher Bowman (2nd) (WM)
1981 David Santee (2nd) (WM)
1992 Paul Wylie (3rd) (OM)
1996 Todd Eldredge (2nd) (W)
2001 Todd Eldredge (2nd) (WM)
2001 Michael Weiss (4th) (4CCM)
2002 Timothy Goebel (2nd) (OM) (WM)
2003 TImothy Goebel (2nd) (WM)
2005 Evan Lysacek (3rd) (4CC) (WM)
2006 Evan Lysacek (2nd) (WM)
2006 Matthew Savioe (3rd) (4CCM)
2008 Johnny Weir (2nd) (WM)
2009 Evan Lysacek (3rd) (W)
2010 Evan Lysacek (2nd) (O)
Evan Lysacek went on to win 2009 Worlds and 2010 Olympics despite placing 3rd and 2nd respectively at the Nationals and several others medaled after winning U.S. Titles. Things that make you go hmmm...
For some reason there seem a vacuum of videos from the late 1990s and early 2000s. If you find those links, let me know, I'll add it. I'll also add more from before 1975 as I find them. Figured this was plenty!
Some great skating here!
ETA to note champions who won medals in the Worlds or the Olympics and linked those programs when available. I also noted U.S. medal winners who also medaled at the Worlds, Olympics or 4CC. Haven't linked those programs. Might do that later!


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Modern Retro is what I call it. I always loved the roofline of the "boat tail" Rivi's of the 70's, those cars were beautiful and I still plan to own one someday. Taking into consideration the Mini/Beetle/Thunderbird/Mustang..ect..ect..ect..Buicks Riviera could be the Blue Collar Bently Continental GT. Shortened Pontiac G8 platform, using the same drivetrain. GXP drivertrain for GS 6spd auto with paddle shifter, no manual trans as this is a Buick.
Nicely done.
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holy boattail! excellent idea and drawing. i might have to chop one some night... i've always loved the '71-'73 too.
I love the Boat Tail and the way you brought in the back brake light to wrap around it...nicely done indeed...
___________________________________________ Heaven: where the police are British, the cooks French, the mechanics German, the lovers Italian, and it is all organized and run by the Swiss. Hell: where the police are German, the cooks British, the mechanics French, the lovers Swiss, and it is all organized and run by the Italians.
This is better than the FWD Riviera that debuted in China.
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I am working on a still version with ALOT more detail as we speak, will do the front soon, thanks for all the compliments!
The boattail Rivs were alot nicer than the original IMO.And I like yours, but the rear window seems a little too 80's. Prehaps you could make it a bit more rounded.
Just me the TRUJOKER BABY!!!! GLAD 2 B BACK!!


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Sun, Sand, and Wine on the Central Coast
On the Beach Bed & Breakfast • Cayucos, CA
Escape Kit
- A One-Night Stay for Two in an Ocean View Room, Sundays through Thursdays ($129) or Fridays or Saturdays ($159)
- Wine Tasting for Two at Three Local Wineries
- $20 Dining Credit at Schooners Wharf
Between San Francisco and Los Angeles, the Central Coast is an oft-forgotten California getaway destination. But why? With nearly 300 days of sunshine each year, dozens of wineries throughout, and miles of uncrowded beach to explore, places like Cayucos—about 200 miles from both the Bay Area and LA— offer the best of coastal California.
At On the Beach Bed & Breakfast, a boutique inn just a flip, flop, and a jump from the sand and surf of Cayucos Pier, you'll have your choice of five light-filled rooms on the first floor, each offering ocean views. All are spacious and uniquely decorated with mint-condition period furniture like four-poster beds and rich hardwood armoires, and they're appointed with a fireplace, an oversize Jacuzzi tub, a TV with DVD player, and a private patio with sliding glass door. You'll also have complimentary Wi-Fi access. In the morning, sit down to a gourmet spread that might include crème brûlée French toast or eggs Benedict.
If toes-in-the-sand relaxation is what you seek, hit the beach mere steps from the inn. Or, take a walk down Ocean Avenue and scope the vibrant murals and renowned antiques shops of this funky beach town.
And don't forget that the Central Coast is one of the country's fastest-growing wine regions. Head about ten minutes north on the Pacific Coast Highway to the award-winning Harmony Cellars, where you'll get a wine tasting for two. Continue the trend just four doors from the inn, and sip your way through another tasting at Cayucos Cellars. Next it's off to Peachy Canyon, a 25-year-old family-owned winery—known for its award-winning Zinfandels—situated in Westside Paso Robles.
For dinner, head back for a meal at Schooners Wharf, just a couple of doors down from the inn. Dishing up impossibly fresh seafood, locally raised beef, and legendary clam chowder, this 20-year-old restaurant boasts awe-inspiring sunset views from the dining room upstairs. Arrive early to ensure you catch the show.
"Cayucos is a real find and On the Beach is at its very heart! If you are travelling by road between LA and San Francisco, or anywhere else in central California, it's well worth a detour and a stopover."-- TripAdvisor
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Gulab Ke Sharbat Mein Kalinger
Rose and Watermelon Sharbat
Watermelons are mostly eaten at picnics but in India one sees a lot of street vendors selling slices of this sweet juicy fruit. One of the ways to keep cool in summer is to munch on watermelon kept over ice. Fresh Watermelon is eaten in a lot of different ways and also used in drinks, smoothies, etc. Extracts are used to make syrups and then used for snow cones, flavorful summer drinks and mithai's (Sweets, Fudge).
Traditionally, Rose syrup mixed with water (sharbat) was served at Sindhi gatherings and other occasions. At home I was not allowed to mix watermelon with sharbat because of a Sindhi myth. After reading on this subject I came to the conclusion that I did not have to worry about mixing watermelon with sharbat and that's how I came up with this simple refreshing drink.
- Rose Syrup: 4 tbsps
- Watermelon: 1 cup chopped and diced
- Ice: crushed
- Water: 1-1/2 cups
Rose Syrup: Store bought is ok.
- Sugar: 2 cups
- Water: 1000 ml
- Rose Essence: Few drops as required
- Rose Water:3 tbsp
- Red or Pink Color
- Boil sugar and water for few minutes till sugar dissolves. Let it cool. Add rose essence, rose water and food color. Cool and store in jars and use as needed.
- In a tall glass put rose syrup.
- Next add crushed ice.
- Add water and mix.
- Top it with diced watermelon pieces.
- Enjoy this refreshing Sindhi drink.
Keep it simple, keep it Sindhi.
This refreshing Sindhi Drink is being sent as an entry to the host Ashwini's Spicy Cuisine for AFAM – Melon, May 2009. This event, AFAM, has been started by Maheshwari of Beyond The Usual.


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Showfest 2011: Tunica, Mississippi
Where Wild Weather and Tricked-Out Trucks Collide
Record-setting Mississippi River flooding couldn't keep the guys and gals of Assorted Minis down as they pulled out all the stops to keep Showfest 2011 going strong. Faced with crazy weather, the show was forced to move to the Harrah's Hotel and Casino in Tunica, Mississippi, just days before the big event to avoid being flooded out of the Sam's Town Hotel and Casino. Even with the threat of flooding, more than 500 show vehicles made it, and over 2800 spectators followed. Luckily for the hotel stayed dry, along with the show. Sadly, the same could not be said about the casino.
Mike Barcia brought his 1996 Chevrolet 3500 Dually chassis dubbed No Compromise all the way from Tampa, Florida, and it was a hot attraction at the show. It looked as if no section was left untouched. Its paint was shot with HOK Euro Red and a few coats of Kosmic Clear for a smooth shine. The entire frame was capped, welded shut with seams and welds grinded down, and bodyworked.
The suspension was also hand-built front and back with modified control arms up front to a full custom four-link suspension in the rear. Throughout the frame there are CNC machined billet pieces to give it more detail. There also is plenty of chrome visible from every angle. The truck rolls on a set of Zreck custom 8-lug, 24-inch billet diesel wheels. The big motor is a fuel-injected 454 big-block with a dress-up kit to make it shine like the rest of the truck. Barcia has worked on the truck for about 8 years now.
Another showstopper was this 2009 Dodge Ram quad cab aptly named the Head Hunter, owned by Robbie and Keena Bryant. The exterior of the truck has an insane amount of detailed airbrush work and the painted scenes look like a 3-D horror movie. The interior features an Alpine surround sound system with Alpine Type R subs and amp.
The Ram sits on a set of 20-inch Fuel Hostage black wheels wrapped with a set of big 40-inch Nitto Mud Grapplers. The truck has a 3-inch body lift with an 18-inch 3rd Coast Suspension kit. A set of 2.0 Fox Dual Reservoir in the front and 2.5 Fox 2.5 shocks in the back give it the smooth ride you want out of a lifted truck. The truck is powered by a 5.7-l Hemi engine with a Diablo Sport Trinity tune, ARH long tube headers, Borla exhaust, and Airaid cold air intake system.
The weather didn't stop this year's show, and planning for next year's event is already underway. We just hope the Mother Nature takes a break next time. For information on Showfest 2012, go to www.showfest.com.


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Let's get to it.
Round 1- Zach Brown LB- drafting 32 is all about "potential" you need a guy that could give you the biggest bang for your buck so we talk the athletic freak at LB. This move gives us even more athleticism at LB and allows us to move Kiwi back to DE and probably play a. More traditional base 4-3.
Round 2- Kevin Zeitler OG- monster on the inside that does an outstanding Job in run blocking. Deihl is most likely gone the inside is an area of need.
Round 3- Micheal Egnew- tall athletic TE that can add a new dimension to the passing game. Has ability that reminds me of Jimmy Graham.
Round 4- James Micheal-Johnson- Ok I'll admit that this pick is a little more personal. This guy reminds me of John Beason a lot with his quickness, coverage ability, and instincts. Add him and we might end up with the most athletic LB core in the NFL.
Round 5- Donnie Fletcher CB- Corner with nice sized frame and long arms. Plays well in off zone and can redirect receivers. Adds much needed depth to our corner spot.


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What's NOT to love about the idea of having your wedding in the Garden State? With a variety of locations for the event and some of the most creative and talented wedding professionals in the world, NJ has everything on a bride and groom's must-have list. Here's just a sampling of great reasons to get married in New Jersey:
1. Being located in a geographic region with four unique seasons, New Jersey offers couples the opportunity for winter weddings (sometimes even at a discount), wedding celebrations during the spring renewal, beach or garden weddings in the summertime and colorful fall foliage for memorable photos at one of the many golf resorts, wineries or country clubs.
2. Having your wedding closer to home is more green and eco-friendly than planning a destination wedding: you can reduce your carbon footprint by using less gas and tolls, using locally sourced foods, flowers and wedding service providers.
3. With 127 miles of shoreline, New Jersey offers some of the most beautiful beaches and shore towns around, so couples can have their wedding ceremony on the sand with a reception following on or near the beach.
4. Cape May, New Jersey ("Exit 0" on the Garden State Parkway) is known as the third most popular destination in the United States to get married, and you can have your wedding on the beach or in one of many Victorian locations from a bygone era.
5. The Long Beach Island region is one of the fastest growing wedding destinations in New Jersey, with over 40 venues and wedding services to serve couples that want to have their wedding weekend in this resort area.
6. You can have a New York style wedding at New Jersey prices (and without the traffic!) since sales tax in New York City is 8.375 percent compared with 7 percent in New Jersey. Still want that backdrop of New York City? Have your wedding at one of the many venues along the Hudson River or charter a boat and cruise past the Statue of Liberty and other landmarks.
7. Wedding TV reality shows love New Jersey, too! Some of the NJ's top wedding locations and experts have been featured on the Style Network's Whose Wedding Is It Anyway?, Jerseylicious, Bravo's Real Housewives of New Jersey, TLC's Masters of Reception, Say Yes To The Dress, Four Weddings and of course … we have the Cake Boss (and the Next Great Baker)! New York wedding planner David Tutera often showcases his New Jersey brides on WEtv's My Fair Wedding.
8. New Jersey's history is rich with numerous historic locations and landmarks, places where George Washington has lived or slept. More recent history is also represented in the many locations that have served as a backdrop for movies and television, like The Sopranos. One of the most popular places in the state to pose for an engagement or wedding picture is Woodrow Wilson Hall at Monmouth University, better known as Daddy Warbuck's mansion in the movie Annie.
9. New Jersey is one of the most culturally diverse states in the nation, with large populations of Italians, Pan-Asians, Asian Indians and much more. You can have ANY type of catering you wish at your reception … just name it and you can find it in New Jersey … and it's delicious!
10. Looking to attend a bridal show or expo? In New Jersey, you'll be able to find a bridal event going on almost any day of the week. You will meet local wedding professionals who will give you advice and direction on your wedding plans, see the latest bridal fashions, and even maybe take home some fabulous door prizes or a free honeymoon.
BONUS REASON #1 -> New Jersey was hit with Superstorm Sandy on October 29, 2012, which impacted several regions of the Garden State, especially the Jersey Shore. Many beachfront wedding facilities and businesses were affected, and and several are currently in the process of rebuilding. View our blog post entitled "Hurricane Sandy and the aftermath on the New Jersey weddings community," with details on how NJ couples went ahead with their wedding plans, how wedding professionals teamed up to offer relief for NJ residents, and additional resources for helping those in need. New Jerseyans are "JERSEY STRONG" and we want you to know that the JERSEY SHORE IS OPEN, continues to rebuild and remains a popular destination for weddings, events and very special memories…
BONUS REASON #2 -> On Friday, September 27, 2013, a Mercer County Superior Court Judge ruled that the state must allow same-sex couples to marry, and same-sex marriages officially began on October 21, 2013! At NJWedding.com, we are thrilled to feature our Same-Sex Weddings category, where couples can find banquet facilities / reception sites around New Jersey to celebrate, along with Clergy / Wedding Officiants, photographers, entertainment companies and much more!
Erik Kent is the Co-Publisher of NJWedding.com. This article was previously featured on AOL's Aisledash in August 2010.


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Rubeus Hagrid's wand
this wiki
- "Technically, I'm not allowed to do magic..."
- —Rubeus Hagrid to Harry Potter on Harry's eleventh birthday in 1991[src]
The wand of Rubeus Hagrid is 16" long, and made of oak wood[1]; the core material is unknown. This wand is the longest ever recorded, except for Lucius Malfoy's wand, which measured 18" in length. The wand is described as "rather bendy"[1]. This wand was snapped when Hagrid was expelled from Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry in his third year[2], and either repaired or replaced at some point prior to his picking up Harry at his eleventh birthday. The wand was presumably concealed inside an umbrella.
The wand may have been, in some form, mended (probably by Dumbledore using the Elder Wand because this wand showed the power to repair broken wands). When Hagrid collects Harry from the shack the Dursleys are hiding in, Hagrid is able to make a fire to cook sausages, and to speed up the boat when he and Harry leave the shack. However, its failure to completely transfigure Dudley Dursley could be due to either the wand's inability to perform such complex magic, or because Hagrid, having been expelled in his third year, was unable to do anything more than give Dudley a pig's tail. Or perhaps, on a less serious note, Dudley could have already been so utterly pig-like, there was nothing more for Hagrid to do except give him the tail.
Hagrid has also used Aguamenti to put out his flaming house in the summer of 1997 after it was set ablaze by Thorfinn Rowle.
Behind the scenes
- J. K. Rowling has commented on Hagrid's wand wood: Hagrid, for instance, has an oak wand though by this Celtic system he should have a wand made of elder; in Britain, the oak is 'King of the Forest' and symbolises strength, protection and fecundity; what other wood could 'choose' Hagrid?[3]
- In contrast to the abilities of Hagrid's fragmented wand, after Hermione's spell breaks Harry's wand in Godric's Hollow in 1997, Harry is able to only mend it physically; or rather, despite the use of Reparo the use of minor spells are ineffective, and the attempts at major spells split the wand again, until Harry was able to recover the Elder Wand from Lord Voldemort; this wand had the magical ability to completely repair Harry's original holly phoenix-feather wand. It seems Albus Dumbledore may have repaired Hagrid's wand to some extent when he was in possession of the Elder Wand, possibly refraining from fully repairing it for fear of Hagrid's many wild extremities and some ineptitudes of complex spells.
- It could also be possible that Dumbledore fully repaired Hagrid's wand with the Elder Wand but Hagrid was not fully skilled enough to perform some complex spells as he rarely used magic and Hagrid could have just used his umbrella to hide his wand because he was not allowed to perform magic. In Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1 he used his wand to levitate the wedding tent.
- In the film adaptation of Half-Blood Prince Hagrid is the only one not raising a wand in the air after Dumbledore's death.
- Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone (First appearance)
- Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone (film)
- Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
- Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (film) (Mentioned only)
- Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
- Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
- Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince
- Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows
- Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1
- LEGO Harry Potter: Building the Magical World
- LEGO Harry Potter: Years 1-4
- LEGO Harry Potter: Years 5-7
- LEGO Harry Potter
- Harry Potter: The Character Vault
Notes and references
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone, Chapter 5 (Diagon Alley)
- ↑ Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
- ↑ "Extra Stuff: Wands" at J. K. Rowling's Official Site


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January / February 2006
In The Shadow Of The CrowJanuary 12 - February 2
Still from the film In the Shadow of the Crow.
|The acclaimed documentary In the Shadow of the Crow addresses the complex
issue of what it means to be a Narragansett in the twenty-first century.
Screenings will be presented throughout the exhibition, accompanied by digitally
produced images of stills from the film. The documentary's producer, Alexia
Kosmider, and its director, Leslie Langley, will participate in discussions.
The exhibition is sponsored in part by The Unity Center at Rhode Island College and is guest curated by Julie Jennings.
Bannister Gallery Hall Space
The allegorical and satirical work of Providence-based artist William Schaff is presented, focusing on his current cultural explorations.
Opening: January 12, screening of the film at 6:00 p.m., with comments by Alexia Kosmider. Reception follows.


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Non-lethal weapons, a moral hazard?
Pepper spray, Tasers, tear gas, rubber bullets — these "non-lethal" weapons are being used by more and more local police forces, as well as military forces brought in to control civilian crowds and other situations. Despite their name, non-lethal weapons have been known to cause deaths ... and as Stephen Coleman suggests, there are other, more insidious hazards as well. He explores the complex ethics — and the unexpected consequences — of using non-lethal weapons to control civilians.
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"I am more interested in the player than the round after the first round," said AJ Smith following the draft.
So while fans are left wondering who Jonas Mouton is and if Marcus Gilchrist and Brown were selected a little early, it may not be a difficult situation to figure out. AJ simply did not have much to work with after the third round. If he liked Gilchrist and Mouton, he had to evaluate the value on the board and make a decision. If he thought Brown could make a difference for the Chargers, and there are reports that a lot of other teams had the same view of the SDSU receiver, he had to pull the trigger or risk losing him.
Considering his previous pick-trading track record, perhaps we should just be satisfied that he didn't give away any future draft picks for the rights to draft players who may have been taken too early. But that perspective is a little too negative for my tastes.
ESPN Draft "expert" Mel Kiper gave the Chargers a B- overall grade. Really, that means nothing on the football field, but if draft experts primarily influenced fans' opinions going into the draft, then fans should also take into consideration their opinions after the draft.
A draft evaluator in whom I hold even more respect, NFL Network analyst Greg Cosell, said that Corey Liuget, Mouton, and Brown were three of his favorite players, and called Mouton a smooth, fluid player and an excellent athlete.
I'll admit that when Mouton's name was called, I was as stunned as anyone, but as with most fans, that reaction was based primarily on ignorance. Mouton was the leading tackler in the Big 10, playing on a sub-par defense. Kiper and company told me he was a reach in the 2nd round, so I assumed it was a reach. But when you look at the player, you can't help but see a solid performer on the field with a ton of potential to become a Chargers inside linebacker for years to come.
Could the Chargers have found a better player late in the 2nd round? Maybe. Maybe not. But the more I see the player on the field, the more I like him. Same with Liuget, who will be an impact player, Gilchrist, who was not the reach that some have made him out to be, Brown, and Shareece Wright. And if sixth rounders Jordan Todman and Stephen Schilling, along with seventh rounder Andrew Gachkar, make any contribution at all, it won't be hard to imagine the Chargers being a better team in 2011. Let's just hope that free agency gets started sooner rather than later.
Kiper, Cosell, and other draft "experts" were not as negative about the Chargers draft as many fans have been. Just looking at each individual player, what are your thoughts on the newest San Diego Charger players? Sounds off, Charger fans!
One final note: I would be remiss if I did not express our unending gratitude to the men and women of the United States Armed Forces. On a day when the head of a sadistic terrorist organization has finally been brought to justice, we take time to remember the victims of all terrorist attacks, and to again say thank you to the brave men and women who fight them outside of our borders in the hope of preventing further attacks within our borders.
"We will not tire, we will not falter, we will not fail." – Pres. George W. Bush, 2001


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Great news: ObamaCare website written by Belarus-linked programmers
posted at 12:01 pm on February 4, 2014 by Ed Morrissey
Don't worry. I have it on good authority from a Nigerian prince and a friend who lost his wallet in Vladivostok that these guys were totally on the level:
U.S. intelligence agencies last week urged the Obama administration to check its new healthcare network for malicious software after learning that developers linked to the Belarus government helped produce the website, raising fresh concerns that private data posted by millions of Americans will be compromised.
The intelligence agencies notified the Department of Health and Human Services, the agency in charge of the Healthcare.gov network, about their concerns last week. Specifically, officials warned that programmers in Belarus, a former Soviet republic closely allied with Russia, were suspected of inserting malicious code that could be used for cyber attacks, according to U.S. officials familiar with the concerns.
The software links the millions of Americans who signed up for Obamacare to the federal government and more than 300 medical institutions and healthcare providers.
"The U.S. Affordable Care Act software was written in part in Belarus by software developers under state control, and that makes the software a potential target for cyber attacks," one official said.
We've been hearing all along that the architecture of the Healthcare.gov website is particularly susceptible to hacker penetration. David Kennedy, a former Marine Corps cyberwarfare expert turned Internet security consultant, has warned since October that the system leaves critical identity information exposed. That got worse rather than better after the operational fixes made in November, and HHS doesn't even have systems in place to detect such intrusions.
Small wonder why the Obama administration didn't want to brief Congress on security issues in December. These security gaps were presumed to be the product of incompetent programming and management. Until now, we didn't realize that the subcontracts for programming went in part to a firm connected with a hostile regime. Belarus has remained a satellite to Moscow with a dictator in charge ever since the breakup of the Soviet Union, Alexander Lukashenko, and the regime is decidedly unfriendly to the West. Currently, the US doesn't even recognize the legitimacy of Lukashenko's government after his rigged 2010 election.
How did this happen? Normally, we'd pay good money to keep hostile regimes from penetrating our government operations. In this case, it looks as though we paid them to do it. Great job, HHS!
But it's not all bad. If you think your identity information has been hijacked, just call the ObamaCare hotline. Be sure to ask for Peggy.
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Here in Massachusetts, though, Obama's oratory can also trigger déjà vu. His compelling message sounds a lot like the one that Deval Patrick — who's known Obama for years, and who, like Obama, is a client of Democratic media consultant David Axelrod — used during his successful 2006 gubernatorial campaign. (Axelrod also worked for Democratic presidential hopeful John Edwards in 2004, the same year he helped Obama win election to the US Senate.) As David Kravitz, an editor of the liberal blog Blue Mass. Group, wrote after Iowa: "[T]here was always lots of similarity, but it's getting really dramatic."
This Patrick-Obama parallelism hasn't gone unnoticed in the press. In April 2007, after a New York Times Magazine profile of Axelrod mentioned it in passing, the Boston Globe examined it in greater depth two weeks later. And this past weekend — after the Globe noted the two politicians' fondness for the phrase "Yes we can!" in a story on Patrick's decision to stump for Obama in South Carolina — the Associated Press ran a bigger piece on the subject.
Overall, though, these stories have had an exculpatory gist. While the articles note that Patrick and Obama share broad themes — hope, change, a faith in the power of words and the political grassroots — they seem willing to attribute this commonality to shared life experiences (both are African-Americans who rose from humble circumstances to attend Harvard Law School) and shared political instincts and beliefs. As Axelrod told the AP: "It's not surprising that there would be a commonality of themes. They've been friends for so long. They talk a lot. . . . I'm sure they learned from each other."
Two of a kind
But did they overdo it? Remember: this is a presidential election in which authenticity (or the perception of authenticity) is playing a major role. Hillary Clinton's emotional moment pushed her to victory in New Hampshire, for example, while Mitt Romney's Manchurian Candidate persona is crippling his campaign.
To date, this dynamic has helped Obama. As Huffington Post blogger Steve Rosenbaum wrote this past year: "Simply put — Obama's words feel like his own. Both convincing and colloquial. . . . His delivery is authentic."
Of course, no politician creates his or her message out of whole cloth. But the parallels between Patrick and Obama's messages are so close that they could end up limiting Obama's ability to play the authenticity card. Consider the following:
Both men depict themselves as change agents confronting stale establishments.
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