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As television endings go, it has been more protracted than Rachel and Ross's painfully drawn-out relationship.
Now, after 16 years and countless repeats as a Channel 4 fixture as reliable as Countdown, the stars of Friends are signing off, ending an era for generations of channel hoppers.
The US sitcom that followed the exploits of a group of young Manhattanites – and gave us Jennifer Aniston – made its last-scheduled appearance in the Channel 4 listings yesterday.
Its current run on E4 is due to end next Sunday. Last night Channel 4 said it had the rights to broadcast the show until the end of September but then Friends will move to the non free-to-air Comedy Central.
In 2004, Channel 4 premiered the final episode of Friends. A nation gathered round sofas with over-sized lattés, and wept as the Nineties' best-known romance finally came to a denouement. Of course, that wasn't the end. Not in a world where TV schedules are there to be filled.
And, for the familiar, easy-to-watch, Friends, filling schedules was easier than helping yourself to something from Monica's fridge. Even before new episodes finished showing, repeats from Central Perk had long provided the backbone of the channel's teen strand, T4.
The launch of E4 in 2001 gave fans of Chandler (and NBC syndication managers) something to smile about, too, as Friends became a four-or-more-times-daily piece of the TV furniture. Add in C4's two +1 channels and it became almost impossible to turn on a freeview box in the evening without seeing an episode.
A little-remembered sojourn to Sky1 notwithstanding, the New York sitcom is as linked to Channel 4 as Coronation Street is to ITV.
Last week, there were 31 of the show's 236 half-hour episodes on Channel 4 and E4 from Saturday to Friday. With the +1s that's 31 hours of Friends a week. That's a one-in-five chance of Friends being on TV at any time of the day.
The show became the frequent TV accompaniment to a dismal dinner on the sofa; hangovers wrapped in a blanket and the way to unwind after a busy day at work, too. It was so familiar that repeat viewers could fill in the lines before the characters said them. It was TV as wallpaper – albeit wallpaper with an enduring quality.
So what are they going to fill all that time with? Well, from 5 September, Friends' 8pm regular weekday slot on E4 will be taken up by a double-bill of My Name Is Earl, a David Blaine special and The Fantastic Four. Weeknights just won't be the same again, will they?
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*Friends, a sitcom charting the lives and loves of a group of young New Yorkers, first hit US TV screens on NBC in November 1994.
*Six months later, despite mixed early reviews, the show with Joey, Ross, Rachel, Monica and Phoebe crossed the Atlantic to find a home on Channel 4.
*Since then, the programme has won a devoted audience of mainly young viewers, spanning 10 series and 236 episodes.
*Watching all episodes back-to-back would take more than 82 hours.
*Repeats on E4 drew an average UK audience of 400,000 last year, while 8.6 million viewers in the UK watched the final episode in 2004.
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Food Events
June 20-26
Friday 21
EDIBLE AUSTIN'S SIPPING SOCIAL Edible Austin celebrates their Beverage Issue with a Roaring Twenties-themed Sipping Social featuring custom cocktails and craft beers from local producers along with tasty nibbles from local culinary artisans. Fri., June 21, 7-10pm. (2013) Vuka Co-Op, 411 Monroe. $55.
URBAN ROOTS FARM LUNCHEON SERIES The chef luncheon series continues at Urban Roots with Rene Ortiz on June 21 and Jam Sanitchat on June 28. Fri., June 21, 11:30am. (2013) Urban Roots Farm, 7651 Delwau, 512/750-8019. $20 suggested donation. www.urbanrootsatx.org/
Saturday 22
TASTE NORTH AUSTIN Restaurants in the Domain and around North Austin host an all-day, family-friendly food festival. Enjoy food samples, live music, and kids activities. Beer and wine will be for sale at some booths. Sat., June 22, 11am-4pm. (2013) The Domain, 11410 Century Oaks Terrace, 512/795-4230. VIP tasting tickets, $30; wristband tasting tickets, 10 tastes for $20. www.simon.com/mall/the-domain
Sunday 23
TEXAS TIKI WEEK Purveyors of fine craft cocktails all over town will strut their stuff during this weeklong party. See www.texastikiweek.com for details. Sun. June 23 & 30
WINE & CHEESE PAIRING CLASS Cheesemonger Kelly Sheehan joins chef Sarah McIntosh to present five wine and cheese pairings. Sun., June 23, 5-6:30pm. (2013) Épicerie, 2307 Hancock, 512/371-6840. $30 ($25, members). www.winefoodfoundation.org
Tuesday 25
MONTHLY WINE DINNER Sommelier Pier Manna's monthly wine dinner series continues with shrimp, lobster, and mussels. Reserve by phone. Tue., June 25, 7pm. (2013) Andiamo Ristorante, 2521 Rutland, 512/719-3377. $50. www.andiamoitaliano.com
TRAILER FOOD TUESDAYS Last Tuesdays through October 512/457-5664. www.thelongcenter.org/event/trailer-food-tuesdays
Wednesday 26
HOPS & GRAIN BEER PAIRING DINNER Enjoy seven courses paired with local craft beer. Wed., June 26, 7pm. (2013) Salt & Time Butcher Shop & Salumeria, 1912 E. Seventh, 512/524-1383. $60 plus tax & tip. www.eventbrite.com/event/7040593605#
KENICHI BOURBON DINNER PARTY Wed., June 26, 7pm. (2013) Kenichi, $75. kenichiaustin.com/upcoming-events
MEET THE PRODUCERS SERIES Meet the winemakers from Pilot Knob Winery in Bertram at an open tasting to kick off this monthly series highlighting some of the restaurant's suppliers. Wed., June 26, 5-8pm. (2013) Snack Bar, 1224 S. Congress, 512/445-2626. www.snackbaraustin.com
ROBERT MONDAVI WINE DINNER Enjoy a multicourse dinner served at the resort's new organic farm. Tickets online. Wed., June 26, 6pm. (2013) Travaasa, 13500 FM 2769, 877/261-7792. $125. www.travaasa.ticketbud.com/robert-mondavi-wine-dinner
Thursday 27
COLD ONES FOR CANCER Knock back a few for the Zero Prostate Cancer Run. Thu., June 27, 6-8pm. (2013) Flying Saucer, The Triangle, 46th & Guadalupe, 512/687-1950. Free beer in exchange for donations. www.facebook.com/events/375481129239466
Friday 28
ON THE PORCH MEETING WITH ANDY BROWN Travis County Judge candidate Andy Brown and former Texas Agriculture Commissioner Jim Hightower will host an on-the-porch forum for area farmers and supporters of the farm-to-table, sustainable agriculture community at Brown's East Austin home. There will be tea, lemonade, and light refreshments. Local chefs Sonya Coté and Jesse Griffiths will join Tecolote Farm owners David and Katie Pitre in talking to Brown about the local food scene and how he could serve our growing agriculture community. Fri., June 28, 1:30-3:30pm. (2013) 1403 E. Second.
SWOOP HOUSE POP-UP DINNER SERIES The Pop-Up dinner series offers multi-course, chef-driven menus where guests can bring their own beer, wine, or spirits to match the meal. Chef Jay Huang will present Japanese Kaiseki on Friday, June 28, for $75. Chef Eric Nelson Brown will present a Mexican meal on Saturday, June 29, for $55. Reserve by phone. Fri., June 28 - Sat., June 29, 7pm. (2013) Swoop House, 3012 Gonzales, 512/467-6600. www.2dine4.com
12 DAYS OF DESSERTS Each dinner features desserts themed for a day in the classic song. Through Dec. 24 laV. www.lavaustin.com
ACC'S BISTRO 3158 International cuisine from Austin Community College Culinary Arts students. Thursdays, 6pm ACC Eastview Campus, 3401 Webberville Rd, 512/223-5334. $22. www.austincc.edu/cularts/Bistro
AFTERNOON HIGH TEA Every Sunday afternoon, this Downtown cafe transforms into a Victorian tea room with plenty of brewed teas, dainty finger sandwiches, and delectable desserts. Hours by appointment. Sundays. Cafe Ruckus, 409 W. Second, 512/476-7825. $30. email@example.com, www.caferuckus.com
ALL-DAY HAPPY HOUR $9 selected saké carafes. Wednesdays, 11am-10pm. Lucky Robot Japanese Kitchen, 1303 S. Congress, 512/444-8081. www.luckyrobotrestaurant.com
ALL-NIGHT HAPPY HOUR Tipsy Tuesday until 2am. Tue., Nov. 24 - Tue., March 1. Roosevelt Room, 307 W. Fifth, 512/494-4094. www.therooseveltroomatx.com
BANGER'S BIG BAND BRUNCH Don't fear the Manmosa. Sundays, 11am-3pm. Banger's Sausage House & Beer Garden, 79 Rainey, 512/386-1656. www.bangersaustin.com
BARTON CREEK FARMERS' MARKET Saturdays, 9am-1pm. Barton Creek Square, 2901 Capital of TX Hwy. S., 512/327-7040. www.bartoncreekfarmersmarket.org
BLUEBONNET FARMERS' MARKET Sundays, 11am-3pm. 2323 S. Lamar. www.bartoncreekfarmersmarket.org
BOGGY CREEK FARM FARM STAND Wednesdays & Saturdays, 8am-1pm. Boggy Creek Farm, 3414 Lyons, 512/926-4650. www.boggycreekfarm.com
BOURBON MONTH Through Sept. 30 Opal Divine's, all locations. www.opaldivines.com
CHARCUTERIE AND CHEESE Tue., Dec. 8 & Thu., Dec. 10 Antonelli's Cheese House, 500 Park Blvd.. $60. www.antonellischeese.com
COMMUNITY TABLE AT UCHI Enter a lottery to attend a community table at Uchi. Tue., Nov. 25, (2014) Uchi, 801 S. Lamar, 512/916-4808. email@example.com, uchiaustin.com
CULINARY CRAWLS Explore Austin's culinary scene with your fellow foodies. Thursdays, 6-8:30pm. www.austindetours.com
CULT MOVIE NIGHT Projected on the wall for maximum viewing every Monday. Mon., Nov. 23 - Mon., Feb. 29. Roosevelt Room, 307 W. Fifth, 512/494-4094. www.therooseveltroomatx.com
DRINK LOCAL HAPPY HOUR Local brews for cheap. What better way to prepare for hump day? Tuesdays, 5-7pm Contigo, 2027 Anchor, 512/614-2260. $2 pints. www.contigoaustin.com
ESPRESSO HAPPY HOUR Get your morning buzz on with free espresso shots. Tuesdays, 10-11am. Thunderbird Cafe and Tap Room, 1401 Koenig, 512/420-8660. Free. www.fb.com/thunderbirdkoenig
HEIRLOOM TOMATO FESTIVAL Enjoy fresh-off-the-vine heirloom tomatoes. Through August 31. Crú Food & Wine Bar, both locations. www.cruawinebar.com
HOLIDAY FAVORITES AT CENTRAL MARKET'S COOKING SCHOOL An array of holiday-themed cooking classes. Sun., Nov. 2, (2014) Central Market North Cooking School, 4001 N. Lamar, 512/206-1014. centralmarket.turnstilesystems.com/LocationDetail.aspx/AustinNorthLamar
HOLIDAY PAIRINGS: HOW TO CELEBRATE WITH CHEESE Some of our most sought-after Winter seasonal cheeses. Tue., Nov. 17 - Thu., Dec. 17, 6:30-8:30pm. (2015) Antonelli's Cheese House, 4220 Duval St., 512/531-9610. $50. www.antonellischeese.com
HOPE FARMERS' MARKET Sundays, 11am-3pm. Plaza Saltillo, 412 Comal, 512/727-8363. www.hopefarmersmarket.org
HOTEL SAN JOSE'S BAVARIAN NIGHTS Tue., Dec. 16, (2014) Hotel San Jose, 1316 S. Congress, 512/852-2350. www.sanjosehotel.com
JAZZ BRUNCH Live jazz, $3 mimosas, and a brunch buffet. Sept. 20, Sept. 27, Oct. 18, Oct. 25, Nov. 15, Nov. 22 Hotel San Jose, 1316 S. Congress, 512/852-2350. $24. www.sanjosehotel.com
JAZZ BRUNCH Live jazz accompanies this bimonthly brunch buffet held in the hotel's courtyard lounge. $3 mimosas. Second and fourth Saturdays of the month, 10am-2pm Hotel San Jose, 1316 S. Congress, 512/852-2350. www.sanjosehotel.com
LONE STAR FARMERS' MARKET Sundays, 10am-2pm. Shops at the Galleria, Shops Parkway, off Highway 71, Bee Cave. www.lonestarfarmersmarket.com
LONGHORN BREAKFAST CLUB Bloody Mary bar and brunch menu every home game day. Complimentary party bus to tailgates. Oct. 4 & 18, Nov. 8 & 27 J Black's, 710-B W. Sixth, 512/433-6954. www.jblacks.com
MOOJO'S SHAKE-IT-UP MONDAY! Get 30% off the Shake That Cookie! Mondays. Moojo, 2322 Guadalupe, 269/873-6101. www.moojo.net
MOOJO'S SMUSH-IT WEDNESDAY! Get $1 off the superhero sandwich! Wednesdays. Moojo, 2322 Guadalupe, 269/873-6101. www.moojo.net
NATIONAL SALAD MONTH Lettuce count the ways. Mon., May 11 - Sun., May 31, (2015) Fuzzy's Taco Shop, all locations. www.fuzzystacoshop.com
NATIONAL SANDWICH MONTH 15% discount on all sandwiches during lunch. Through Aug. 31. The Hightower, 1209 E. Seventh, 512/524-1448. www.thehightoweraustin.com
OKTOBERFEST Traditional and special German beer, and bratwurst. Through October 31 Smoke n' Hops, 3799 Hwy. 290 E., Dripping Springs, 512/655-3069.
PRIMETIME HAPPY HOUR Late-night happy hour. Nightly, 7-10pm. W Hotel, 200 Lavaca, 512/542-3600. www.whotelaustin.com
RAW NIGHTS Crudo, ceviche, and poké. Through September Mongers Market + Kitchen, 2401 E. Cesar Chavez, 512/215-8972. www.mongersaustin.com
SFC DOWNTOWN FARMERS' MARKET Saturdays, 9am-1pm. Republic Square Park, 422 Guadalupe, 512/974-6700. www.sfcfarmersmarket.org
SFC EAST FARMERS' MARKET Tuesdays, 3pm-7pm. Corner of MLK & Miriam. www.sfcfarmersmarket.org
SFC FARMERS' MARKET AT THE TRIANGLE Wednesdays, 3-7pm. Triangle Park, 4700 N. Lamar, 512/452-1404. www.sfcfarmersmarket.org
SFC SUNSET VALLEY FARMERS' MARKET Saturdays, 9am-1pm. Toney Burger Activity Center, 3200 Jones, 512/414-2096. www.sfcfarmersmarket.org
SPRINGDALE FARM FARM STAND Wednesdays & Saturdays, 9am-1pm. Springdale Farm, 755 Springdale, 512/386-8899. www.springdalefarmaustin.com
SULLIVAN'S WHITE HOT PARTY Exclusive giveaways, summer entertainment and delicious eats. Fri., Sept. 4, 5-9pm. (2015) Sullivan's Steakhouse, 300 Colorado #200, 512/495-6504. www.sullivansteakhouse.com
TAILGATE ON THE LAWN Three hours prior to UT football kickoff time, Hotel Ella serves up food, brews, and cocktails, plus shuttle service to and from the stadium. Oct. 4 & 18, Nov. 8 Hotel Ella, 1900 Rio Grande, 512/495-1800. $50. www.hotelella.com
TASTE OF THANKSGIVING Everything from vegetarian options to traditional pies. Sat., Nov. 14 - Sun., Nov. 22, (2015) Wheatsville Food Co-op, 3101 Guadalupe, 512/478-2667. www.wheatsville.coop
TEXAS FARMERS' MARKET AT LAKELINE Saturdays, 9am-1pm. Lakeline Mall, 11200 Lakeline Mall Dr., Cedar Park, 512/363-5700. www.texasfarmersmarket.org/lakeline
TEXAS FARMERS' MARKET AT MUELLER Sundays, 10am-2pm. Mueller Lake Park & Browning Hangar, 4209 Airport. www.texasfarmersmarket.org/mueller
THREE COURSE SAVORY TASTING MENU Every evening in December. $30 for wine pairing. Daily through Dec. 30 laV. $60. www.lavaustin.com
TOKYO HAPPY HOUR BRUNCH Check out the new Tokyo Brunch menu on weekends where made-from-scratch Japanese dishes are paired with sake cocktails. Enjoy happy hour prices from 10-11:30am at brunch during an introductory period. Lucky Robot Japanese Kitchen, 1303 S. Congress, 512/444-8081. www.luckyrobotrestaurant.com
TOY DRIVE Three-week toy drive benefiting Dell Children's Hospital at both Cedar Park locations. Through Dec. 18 PDQ, both locations. www.eatpdq.com
VINTNER DINNER SERIES: WESTCAVE CELLARS WINERY Round Mountain vintner teams up with chef Chris Huffman. Sat., Jan. 23 - Sat., Feb. 27, (2016) Blair House, 100 W. Spoke Hill Dr., Wimberley, 512/847-1111. $70. www.blairhouseinn.com
WEDNESDAY DINNER BUFFET Dinner features an array of food fairs, Russian comfort food, Ukrainian cuisine, Georgian cuisine, Central Asian cuisine, as well as the best traditional drinks like mors, kompot, and Russian tea included in the price. Wed., Nov. 18 - Wed., March 16. Russian House, 307 E. Fifth, 512/428-5442. $30. www.russianhouseofaustin.com
WHISKEY WEDNESDAY December means Scotch. Wed., Dec. 2 - Wed., Dec. 30, 4pm. (2015) 416 Bar & Grille, 5011 Burnet Rd. #150, 512/206-0540. www.416barandgrille.com
WHISKEY WEDNESDAYS Half-priced pours on select bottles of whiskeys. Wed., Nov. 25 - Wed., March 2. Roosevelt Room, 307 W. Fifth, 512/494-4094. www.therooseveltroomatx.com

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6:30 p.m. - 8:45 p.m. (WILSON BALLROOM) - Welcoming Remarks, Dinner - "Fireside Chat" with Seth Klarman, President and CEO of The Baupost Group, LLC, interviewed by Jane Mendillo
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Lood at the seeds flying out of this cone as the redpoll attacks!
Neither did it show the slightest concern about us as we walked right under it and fired away with our cameras.
I'm an artist and writer who lives in the Appalachian foothills of Ohio. With this blog, I hope to show what happens when you make room in your life, every day, for the things that bring you joy. Strange...most of them are free.
Mon. Mar. 13, 2017, 6:30 pm: "Baby Birds: An Artist Looks Into the Nest" with booksigning at 1st Cong. Church Fellowship Hall 1030 S. Euclid Rd., Sarasota FL
Wed. Mar. 15, 2017, 7:30 am: Guided birdwalk with Julie Zickefoose, talk and booksigning at Celery Fields Nature Center Sarasota FL. Walk with Julie from 7:30-9:15 AM; gather for a short presentation on Baby Birds, book sale and booksigning afterward.
Thu. Mar. 30 2017, 7:00 pm: "Personal Habitat: Creating a Haven for Wildlife (and Yourself)" with booksigning at Barlow, Ohio Public Library 8370 OH-339, Barlow, OH 45712 Call (740) 678-0103 to register.
Sat. April 1, 2017: "Baby Birds: An Artist Looks Into the Nest" with booksigning at Licking Co. Master Gardeners Spring Meeting, Licking Co. C-Tek School. 150 Price Rd, Newark, OH 43055
Sat. April 8, 2017, 10:30 AM to 5 pm: Julie Zickefoose with all four titles at Ohioana Book Festival Sheraton Columbus Hotel at Capitol Square, Columbus, OH
Sun. April 23, 2017, 2:30 pm:Sunday With Friends: "Baby Birds: An Artist Looks Into the Nest" with booksigning afterward at Washington Co. Public Library. Abingdon, VA
Sat. April 29, 2017: "Baby Birds: An Artist Looks Into the Nest" Keynote and Dinner at the Dance Palace with booksigning at Point Reyes Birding & Nature Festival Point Reyes, CA. Also: Youth Nature Journaling walk, Sunday at 10 AM
Thursday, May 4-Sunday, May 7, 2017: Julie Zickefoose at New River Birding Festival, Fayetteville, WV. Keynote by Julie Zickefoose; music by some of The Rain Crows on Saturday, May 7--all that and little Chet Baker, Mayor of Opossum Creek Resorts, too.
I've tried the river birch, said to be disease resistant. They died of disease. I have a gorgeous white birch, 37 yrs. old and riddled with sapsucker holes but it survived our drought of '88.
I had never heard of the grey birch.
So Burgess says it's a white birch but you'll get a grey birch?
Beautiful. I live in northern Wisconsin now, and this winter has been the first time I've gotten to see these little pink charmers - the first flock I saw was in a birch, too! I especially love your action shot of the flying seeds.
What a lovely little fellow he is, and the pictures are so clear. My first and only looks at a redpoll weren't nearly this good. Thanks!
Kathy in Delray Beach
I'm ordering mine today! I doubt I'll get Redpolls, but I'm always looking for more bird friendly plants to add to the property. Thanks for the recommendation!
@ Pickles: Yep, you'll get a gray birch even though Burgess claims it's a paper (white, or canoe) birch.
@Julie: Yay! You'll love them.
@Terry: Can't imagine why they wouldn't be just as appealing to redpolls. Lovely tree. I've no experience growing it, but I know it's extremely willing, coming up on windthrown stumps in New England forests.
Wow. Love that blue sky behind this gorgeous little guy. Pink chickadee...I like it! Great post as always. Hope you are away from the OH snow this week!
Thank you for the posting about redpolls. When we lived in Holiday Valley ( a subdivision near Enon, Ohio) in February of 1978, seven redpolls visitied our yard for several days. There was snow on the ground,and as it melted in sunny spots, the redpolls bathed in the puddles. Just lovely. Once again, thanks for the memory nudge. Linda in Texas
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Now that looks HOT!
& great price too!
This is a discussion on Shark Attack on an Eagle.... within the Defensive Carry Holsters & Carry Options forums, part of the Defensive Carry Discussions category; That's a great holster, very pretty and well made as always! I want an exotic holster but wonder at the added cost and the need. ...
That's a great holster, very pretty and well made as always! I want an exotic holster but wonder at the added cost and the need. And, like P95, I'm afraid I'd be showing it off to much.

Now that looks HOT!
& great price too!
Exceptional use of Exotic leathers.
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Absolute work of art, Kevin! Every time I think I'm making progress on my holsters I'm reminded of what a rookie I am. But it sure is inspiring!
Thank you for sharing.
Absolutely Beautiful!!
Thanks everyone for the kind words.
With respect to making matching accessories, i.e., mag holder, etc., yes, we can do that. Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions in that regard.
Nice work, Rhome, on your holster.
Kevin is an artist who uses leather. I am waiting for another piece of his art now .
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I was leaning toward the same holster. I am curious as to how high the holster rides on the belt. I want something that is about 1" higher than the regular holsters out there, with about a 5 degree cant. I have only carried IWB and shoulder holster to date, but really want to try a good OWB from a custom maker. So many to choose from, but this is a beautiful rig.
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Paul Dobbs Director Morton R. Godine Library Massachusetts College of Art and Design
How MassArt Changed the World
1. Fighting global warming 2. Protecting United States Armed Services personnel 3. Enabling anyone to look cool 4. Setting the standard for how Americans visualize the dark side
5. Designing the logo for the world s most recognized retail logo. 6. Creating Boston s most famous public sculptures 7. Updating the U.S. Constitution 8. Changing how we analyze color for NASA, Microsoft, U.S. Bureau of Standards . . .
9.  Revolutionizing who can study art and design 10.  Re-focusing why to study art and design
Massachusetts does not propose . . . to procure a few talents in harmony with the best well-to-do population, but to give to thousands of future workmen the sum of knowledge and aptitude which they need to increase the value of their labor . . . - French Imperial Commissioners reporting on the art education exhibit at the Philadelphia Exposition, 1876
What we are trying to do is to know . . . how to draw, not how to make drawings . . . The process of drawing makes ignorance visible; it is a criticism made by ourselves on our perceptions, and gives physical evidence that we either think rightly or wrongly, or even do not think at all. - Walter Smith, Founding Principal of Massachusetts College of Art, 1881
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The Falcons were 10 yards away from a Super Bowl last year, but couldn't get it done in the NFC Championship Game late against San Francisco. But coach Mike Smith and quarterback Matt Ryan won their first playoff games with the organization to help ease some of the pressure.
The Falcons were the top seed in the NFC, only to lose at home when they blew a big lead against the 49ers.
Key changes
The big change on offense will come with Steven Jackson coming over as a free agent running back to take over for the plodding Michael Turner. The Falcons are excited about Jackson's ability to amp up the running game and be more of a factor in the passing game than Turner was last season. The only other big changes on offense are on the offensive line. Right tackle Tyson Clabo was released, which means second-year player Lamar Holmes or Mike Johnson will step in and start. Holmes is a big, athletic player who has the tools. If he wins the job, Johnson could push Garrett Reynolds at right guard.
Second-year player Peter Konz moves from right guard to center to take over for veteran Todd McClure, who retired. Tight end Tony Gonzalez also said he was retiring after the 2012 season, but he was talked into returning for one more run. The defense, which was improved under first-year coordinator Mike Nolan last season, has replaced defensive end John Abraham with Osi Umenyiora, a signing from the Giants. Umenyiora had just four sacks last season, so he has to be better. First-round corner Desmond Trufant is expected to be an immediate starter, and they need better play from that spot this season. This is still a talented roster, one capable of pushing for a title again.
Position battles
The right side of the offensive line will be a camp battle all the way through. During offseason work, it was Johnson at right tackle and Reynolds at right guard. But I get the impression the Falcons would love to see Holmes win the right tackle job since Johnson is more of a guard.
The nickel corner job will likely be a battle between third-round pick Robert Alford and veteran Robert McClain, who played well in 2012. Alford has a ton of athletic ability, and flashed it during OTAs and minicamp, and the Falcons would love to get on the field. McClain is a fighter who won't go down easily.
The fourth and fifth defensive ends will be a camp battle all summer long. There are a lot of bodies in the mix, and the Falcons hope one or two can emerge as pass-rush threats.
New schemes
Don't expect a lot of change on either side of the ball. The offense, under coordinator Dirk Koetter, was much more aggressive in 2012 than in years past. Koetter likes throwing down the field, which plays to the strength of the team with Matt Ryan and his weapons. Jackson should help the passing game on early downs. He will get most of his action in the passing game, which is a change for that spot. On defense, Nolan is as creative a coordinator as there is in the league. He had to scheme up a lot of things to compensate for some iffy spots on defense. One thing he has to concentrate on more this year is the read-option. The Falcons play a lot of read-option teams in 2013. Also look for more 3-4 looks at times.
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Veteran corner Dominique Franks could be in trouble with the drafting of Trufant and Alford in the third round. Franks has also helped in the return game, but he didn't offer much. For the most part, this is an easy roster to figure out and not a lot of veterans will be in trouble come August.
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The Falcons let Abraham walk in part because they like second-year player Jonathan Massaquoi. He is a pass rusher from Troy who they think can have an impact on passing downs. He isn't big at 265 pounds, but he has good speed off the edge. He is expected to be in the rotation.
Biggest concerns
Even with the signing of Umenyiora and the drafting of two more defensive ends, the pass rush remains the biggest concern. How do they get to the quarterback on a consistent basis with their down four? Nolan loves to blitz, but he also was forced to do more of it than he would have liked last season. That led to some blown coverage in the two playoff games. They had particular trouble with the tight ends. The linebackers have to be better in coverage.
Something to prove
It's Umenyiora. He had double-digit sacks in 2010, but hasn't come close to that type of play the past two seasons. He has to give the Falcons something off the edge. If he can't get it going, the Falcons will have problems defending the pass. The Falcons have loved his work this offseason. He was the first guy in the workout room most days.
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WinSnap v4.5.4 and v4.5.5 - Finally Multilingual!!!
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Version 4.5.5 contains 3 languages: German, Korean and Russian. If you want to translate WinSnap into your native language, feel free to contact me by email firstname.lastname@example.com and ask any questions you might have.
Changelog for WinSnap v4.5.5 (April 22, 2015):
- New translations: German, Korean, Russian
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Changelog for WinSnap v4.5.3 (June 30, 2014):
- Auto-Copy works more precisely now (when annotations change)
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Changelog for WinSnap v4.5.2 (April 1, 2014):
- New Highlight tool to highlight text and rectangular areas on screenshots
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- Adjusted minimum height and width of the main window
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I'm happy to announce that WinSnap v4.5.1 is available for download. This version contains several UI enhancements and bug fixes as well. After releasing version 4.5 last week, I received a lot of emails about the removed Copy button. Now, Copy button is back as an option! You can show or hide it from the View menu:
You can show or hide the Save button the same way (as in previous versions, double-click on the Snapshot pane saves the image):
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The default font for Text objects is now set to "Segoe UI" on Windows Vista and above. Also, font name, size and style are now correctly restored after restart.
NOTE: WinSnap 4.5 is a free upgrade for all registered customers. If you experience any problems with activation, please send an email to firstname.lastname@example.com with your registration information (name and email).
Changelog for WinSnap v4.5.1 (February 24, 2014):
- Added optional "Copy Image" button to the Snapshot pane
- Added options to show/hide Copy and Save buttons (View menu)
- Added limited support for Windows 8.1 per-monitor DPI settings
- Default font for text objects is now set to "Segoe UI" on Vista and above
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- Fixed an issue with capture options in the Settings dialog
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WinSnap 4.5 – New Sexy UI, Presets, Pen Tool and More
After a long delay, the new version of WinSnap is ready to demonstrate you its all-new screen capture and image editing capabilities along with the classy and elegant interface. All of the new enhancements including presets and quick preferences, new drawing tools, improved support for the most recent Windows 8 Aero theme, various tweaks and fixes will facilitate your screen capture software experience further and beyond!
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Please note that settings are reset to defaults if you install WinSnap 4.5 over a previous version. If you changed the default directory for your screenshots or other preferences, you have to do it again after installing this update.
Changelog for WinSnap v4.5.0 (February 17, 2014):
- New fully redesigned user interface and icons (4 styles, Black default)
- Added presets and quick preferences for shadow and other effects
- Added ability to switch between native and custom shadow effects
- Added "Center" direction for custom shadow effect
- Added "Pen" tool which draws a smooth spline curve
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WinSnap v4.0.5 - Updated User Interface and Icons
New version of WinSnap was released today. It contains updated drawing tool icons and several other UI improvements.
Changelog for WinSnap v4.0.5 (June 11, 2012):
- New line tool and updated tool icons/cursors
- Better compatibility with Windows 8 Release Preview
- Fixed issue with incorrect cursor position and Aero theme
- Fixed issue with File->New command in Windows Explorer
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WinSnap v4.0.4 - Copy with Transparency
It took too long to make this release, but it's finally available for download. Version 4.0.4 contains several improvements and stability enhancements. Here are the main changes:
Tool menu icons:
Right-click menu:
Support for Windows 8 Consumer Preview:
Changelog for WinSnap v4.0.4 (May 8, 2012):
- Support for Windows 8 Consumer Preview
- Added "Copy images with transparency" option
- Added application and folder icons in Tools menu
- Right-click on empty area opens Advanced File menu
- Changed default window size for different resolutions
- Fixed control and window sizes in high DPI mode
- Removed "LICENSED TO" from the titlebar in the registered version
- Several other minor improvements and bug fixes
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''The punishment of banning Harbhajan for 5 ODI's by the BCCI was more nor less seeing the entire episode in totality,'' said Mr Nanavati, who is also emminent lawyer of Gujarat High Court.
The Mumbai Indians off-spinner Harbhajan Singh had slapped Kings XI Punjab pacer S Sreesanth after their IPL match at Mohali on April 25. Following the incident, Harbhajan was banned from the remaining matches of the IPL and was fined match-fees of around Rs 3-crore.
Interacting with mediapersons at a 'Meet The Press' function by Gujarat Media Club here this evening, Mr Nanavati said, ''The three major points -- appology to Sreesanth, readiness to apologise to him publicly and promise to never do it again --are instant reactions of Harbhajan, in respond to the BCCI's notice to him over the issue, and this had saved his day''.
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I smiled as Caitlin and Luna went to see a sick Crimson. How, and why was she sick? I shrugged to myself, and watched Alex go to the cupboards, pulling out human vodka, Angel Blood wine, and an assortment of shots.
"Hey, 'know what would be a laugh? We could go find Steven and have a guy's night! We call your room, the girls call Luna's, it'll be a blast! I could go get Steven...and maybe he could score a Demon girl..."
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Under the regulation, which will come into effect on July 1, only health professionals and researchers can access websites that link to sex-related studies and research.
The MOH will better manage and monitor health-related websites, which require approval and registration with health authorities, The China Daily quoted an officer-surnamed Yang, as saying.
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Wild Horse advocate Karen Sussman said she wasn't surprised that the Government Accountability Office (GAO) recommended euthanasia as an option of last resort for the U.S. Bureau of Land Management (BLM) wild horse and burro management problems. But she doubts the BLM will be able to exercise it without a fight.
"U.S. citizens will rise up against this," said Sussman, president of the International Society for the Protection of Mustangs and Burros, based in South Dakota.
The GAO issued its long-awaited assessment of BLM wild horse management practices to Congress on Oct. 9. The report, which was posted publicly earlier this week, concluded that if the nation's Wild Horse and Burro Program was to survive, the BLM must seriously consider euthanizing excess horses.
The BLM currently manages more than 33,000 horses and burros on 199 herd management areas in 10 western states. Herd populations double every four years. The Wild Horse and Burro Protection Act of 1971 authorizes the BLM to euthanize excess horses. But rather than risk public outcry against euthanasia, the BLM opted to relocate expanding herds from their ranges to short- and long-term holding facilities. The BLM will spend 74% of its $37 million budget this year to maintain the more than 30,000 horses currently residing in those facilities.
In June, BLM Deputy Director Henri Bisson announced that economics were driving the agency to ponder euthanasia as an excess horse problem solution. Bisson deferred decision pending GAO audit results. According to BLM spokesman Tom Gorey, the BLM won't make its euthanasia decision until after the agency's National Wild Horse and Burro Advisory Board meeting Nov. 17 in Reno, Nev.
Wild horse advocates have been preparing for that meeting for months, Sussman said. She and others are prepared to argue that the BLM should take the euthanasia option off the table and embrace widespread fertility control, better range management practices, and private sector herd adoptions instead.
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'They can't hide much longer Tess!' Niamh whispered.
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'I know! We could move them. At night. It would be risky, with Pater and Terris and Adrian around, but we could do it, Nellie!' The girls stared at her.
'It's a mad idea Celeste! Absolutely silly! But I suppose…' Niamh thought for a second, 'It could work… We just need to think a bit,' She consulted the map.
'So, the safest place is Wales. There are more hills to conceal them than here, and the army don't patrol there.' Quintessa's voice flickered with hope, 'But we don't have much time. We'll have to move within the week. Say…. Saturday?' They all nodded in approval.
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After updating a brand new 3 TB device to the current firmware level 02.11.09, I couldnt create users or shares. When attempted, it gives an error code and a message : internal server error, please try again.
WD Level 2 tech support was able to rectify the above with a full factory reset.
Thanks for sharing your solution
Mark the post as solved, this might help other people
Bought a 2Tb My Book Live with this firmware out the box. Plugged it in, tried to add users - straight into Internal Server errors!! Not what I consider a quality product!
I'm trying Springbok's suggestion of a full factory restore, but not hopeful as I broke the seals myself so would hope it already was. I'll update in a couple of hours when it's finished!!
Well, a little over 3 1/2 hours later....I can now create accounts and set security without errors.
How **bleep** is that. Have to factory restore it out the box!
Getting same error. Just bought unit and install on LAN. Trying full factory reset... unreal. WD should consider investing more (something?) in QA.
Same problem - brand new - internal server errors - factory reset (short one) & all appears to be fine - how did all these devices get past QC?
I have the same issue with a 2TB live book. But I am not able to do a factory reset form the softwre. I have tried to reset the Live book with pushing the rest bottum on the device but still get the same error. Is there any other solution to reset the Live book ?
Same problem here. When I click the Utilities link, the page never loads. I tried reseting via the reset button, but the same issues exists. Anyone have any suggestions as to how to perform full factory reset?
yes - I have the same problem. Reset button has no effect. As already noted by previous messages on this topic, how can WD release a product that does not function out of the box? Whether it is the firmware update or not, they should be ashamed of themselves.
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Same problem here. When I click the Utilities link, the page never loads. I tried reseting via the reset button, but the same issues exists. Anyone have any suggestions as to how to perform full factory reset?
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you could try doing it over shh
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The group, which warned on earnings last month and said it was now in danger of breaching its banking covenants, may also find itself with a funding gap of £200m despite efforts to cut costs.
Analysts have increased expected operating losses for the group's year to 31 March to about £215m, but a raft of exceptional charges and write-downs against the declining value of its European acquisitions are likely to inflate net pre-tax losses to more than five times last year's £100m deficit.
Shares in the former FTSE 100 group, and spin-off from National Grid, collapsed following the recent warning and it is currently valued at about £315m.
Among charges Energis may have to take is a massive write-down against its acquisition of loss-making German carrier Ision, bought last year for an initial fee of e812m (£556m). That purchase valued Ision at seven times annual sales, and with most alternative telecoms groups now valued at one or two times sales, Energis can expect to write down about £300m against that investment.
Among restructuring options Energis's management is thought to be considering is a complete strategic U-turn and an exit of its struggling European operations. However, there are said to be very few potential buyers and the closure of European businesses, involving about 1000 jobs, is now a realistic option but could cost it at least £50m.
'We believe that the restructuring could trigger a significant write-down of the goodwill on Energis's balance sheet recorded at £1.14bn book value at 30 September, following large premiums paid for overseas acquisitions,' said BancAmerica Securities.
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After a life time of work and saving into a British pension, it may come as a shock how much income you're actually going to receive in retirement.
That's because rates in the UK are at an all-time low on both savings and annuities.
Annuities are like a life insurance policy in reverse - you pay out a hefty lump sum from your pension pot and the life company gives you a monthly income in exchange until you die. It's a once-in-a-life time decision. The rate you're offered is guaranteed for the rest of your life but once you've converted your pension into an annuity usually there's no going back.
Generally, at 65 you'll get around £5,000 a year for every £100,000 you've saved into your pension. So for half a million pounds you'll get £25,000 a year - before tax.
You could receive even less if you opt for an index-linked annuity designed to increase every year in line with inflation and want to ensure your husband or wife will continue to receive something from your pension if you die first.
Whatever the sum, it doesn't sound much does it? Of course, those with company pensions may receive a more generous pension based on their final salary, but these pensions are becoming a rarity as companies - and even the Government - are finding their promises may be too expensive to stand by in future.
There's only one rule if you want a richer retirement - explore your options.
Firstly, if you're definitely going to buy an annuity, shop around. This is called the open market option or OMO for short which makes it sound like an old-fashioned washing powder.
You don't have to take the annuity your pension provider offers you. Armed with the size of your pension pot, you can check out what other companies will give you. There are a number of sites where you can calculate this for yourself including financial advisers Hargreaves Lansdown, Annuitysupermarket.com and many more.
Financial advisers say you could increase your monthly payments by as much as 30 per cent this way but there's no guarantee you can improve on your provider's offer. However, it costs nothing to make comparisons and you could be much better off.
Another important point is that you shouldn't be afraid to declare any illnesses and whether you smoke as you could greatly improve the amount you're offered if your health is not too good. The annuity you're offered will be based on a cold actuarial calculation of how long the company reckons you have to live. The better your prospects, the less you will be given which explains why annuity rates for women are even lower than for men as it's estimated they will live longer.
Everyone can take 25 per cent of their pension pot as a lump sum when they retire. Most people use this to pay off any debts - such as a mortgage on their main home or perhaps a holiday home.
If you live in a country where the interest on savings is higher than the rise in the cost of living, you could put this aside to bring in some extra income. Australia, for instance, has just increased its basic rate to a healthy 4.75 per cent, far better than the 0.5 per cent base rate currently available in the UK.
But you don't need to take an annuity at all when you retire. You can simply keep taking money out of your pension pot in a system known as drawdown. At the moment, you're only allowed to do this up to the age of 75, when you have to use the rest to buy an income for life through an annuity.
But the Coalition Government is considering whether this rule needs to remain in place. There is unlikely to be an answer before April next year at the earliest.
The key point here is whether you think you can increase your pension savings by at least 5 per cent a year – the rate you're likely to achieve through buying an annuity. If this is the case, you'd be no worse off taking the income from your pension and leaving the rest invested.
In this way, you still have access to the rest of your savings rather than it being held by the company providing your annuity.
But this is not a route for the faint-hearted. As recent years have shown, investments are not a one-way road. Make the wrong investment decisions and you could have even less in retirement.
This is why advisers suggest as you near retirement you move from riskier stock market based investments such as unit trusts, funds, investment trusts and single company shares into fixed-rate bonds.
Depending on where you're putting your money, therefore, you may not reach your goal of growing your pension pot by 5 per cent a year.
For this reason, income drawdown is called an unsecure pension because it's not guaranteed unlike an annuity. And the Government consultation on pensions will consider whether pensioners can be trusted to make wise investment decisions. It's scared that if they allow you to continue living off your savings rather than forcing you to buy an annuity at 75, your income will run out.
It's a higher risk but more flexible option and depends on how confident you are in running your own investment portfolio.
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My point is, if it is done right (?), there is the potential to have a local (state) CHL, and also an interstate (commercial?) CHL, depending on the needs of the individual.
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Vivian Caison Thomas, of Calabash, died Wednesday, May 13, 2015, at her home. She was 77.
Mrs. Thomas was born in Brunswick County on Sept. 12, 1937, and was the daughter of the late Johnny Martin Caison and Ettie Evelyn Moore Caison. She was preceded in death by two brothers, Martin Lavern "Bunny" Caison and Fonzi Deleno "Sam" Caison and a sister, Johnnie Mae Hughes.
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The peaceful Moorish alleys of Lisbon are invading by stinky and noisy tuk-tuks dragging a heavy load of tourists. Is it really necessary? Is it possible to promote tourism in a city without destroying it in the process?
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€200,000 price cut on superyacht Cartouche at Gaspard Yachts
by Malcolm MacLean
Foulques de Raigniac at Gaspard Yachts mentioned to me that he was hoping to close on the 28.6m motor yacht Cartouche at the end of August, but she is still very much for sale, and her price has been reduced by €200,000.
Cartouche is a 28.6m motor yacht. She was delivered by the Couach yard in 2005 as part of the yard's 2800 Open series and is Bureau Veritas classed. Accommodation is for eight guests in a master, VIP and two twin cabins, while this superyacht's twin 2000hp MTU engines give her a range of 600 nautical miles at her cruising speed of 28 knots.
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This is a little off my beaten path but I think you might like it. Some of you are young so let me tell you that this is what my father told me when I was growing up.
My dad was an army sargent. He worked hard all of his life, he was number 4 of 7 children, born in Lake Charles Louisiana, June/22/1922.
During the summer back in the 60s when I was a little girl. (yes I said the 60s) My cousins, friends and I would go to the little Mom&Pop store around the corner. For one dollar you could get, 2 slices of bologna, 2 slices of cheese, a cupcake, a bag of chips and a soda. That would be lunch.
Here is the story: Dad had just come home from the army, after 26 years, he decided to retire. One day around lunch time, I went to my father and asked for a quarter, I had lost one of mine and I just needed that one to make my dollar.
When I asked my father, he gave me a look and said "a quarter" he said "do you know what I did to get a quarter when I was your age" Well I had no idea but, I knew it was going to be something fantastic!
My father told me that when he was my age, about 9, he was laying telephone poles in the ground, yep, telephone poles, he worked 14 hours a day, he had to eat while he held the pole up with one hand, he had to walk a mile for a drink of water which he had to pull up from the well, for this,he was paid 25cts a week.
I tell you true, I was in shock, but the story was not done, my father lived 25 miles from school, he walked uphill both ways, without any shoes in the snow. He didn't have such a thing as a belt to hold up his trousers, he had to use an extension cord.
He had to get up before the sun, feed the chickens, milk the cow, slop the hogs and plow the lower 47. Then he would have breakfast which was just bacon fat and one biscuit.. They churned their own butter, and homogenized their own milk.. Now I have to say, my mouth was hanging on the floor, I mean wasn't that child abuse or something?
Anyway, I told my dad he got screwed lol.. and he didn't punish me I think he knew that story was too much. We laugh about it to this day. It was the most fantastic story of hardship I had ever heard, I didn't even want the quarter any more..
Well, my dad has been gone since 2003.. and I would give both my arms to hear him tell that story again lol..
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As a recognised area by council for future intensification, the beachfront will become the backyard for the estimated 15,000 residents and 15,000 employees who will inhabit Takapuna by 2040.
The area has potential in its central business area and wider precincts to further develop into the southern hub of the North Shore, and the council has recognised this potential in creating this forward-thinking planning framework for the area.
Description: "Undoubtedly the finest and most spectacular penthouse apartment in Auckland, if not New Zealand, Apartment 2901 at The Sentinel, Takapuna Beach demands your attention! 668m of divine living including huge decks with a lap pool and spa. Spread over two luxurious levels with three living rooms, a soaring atrium and including home threatre room, all flowing to the fabulous outdoor entertaining decks with nothing short of 360 degree views over Auckland Harbour and city.There would not be another property that could offer this spectacular panorama in Auckland. Upstairs there are three extra large bedrooms (all ensuited) and two with their own private decks.
Every conceivable extra of ultra modern living is here. Sitting at the top of this super popular complex right by the beach, The Sentinel heralds the arrival of 21st century urban living the luxury apartment in which the homeowners every need is anticipated and met. The concierge heads an informed staff capable of meeting every request. The level of service evokes a grander era, when a life of privilege was the birthright of the few.
Cocooned within an expensive interior that looks out onto unparalleled views, the new owner of this apartment will gain you membership into the new cultural elite. "
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Address: 3 Northcroft St, Takapuna, Auckland 0622, New Zealand
- Listing Agent: Alison Parker
Address3 Northcroft St, Takapuna, Auckland 0622, New Zealand
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Intended for erasing graphite marks from large areas, Blick Art Gum Erasers are an economical classroom favorite.
Made from soft, coarse rubber, these erasers tend to crumble as they lift graphite marks from the paper. This is a normal characteristic of the product. The eraser residue should be brushed away carefully with a broad brush to avoid leaving marks.
Blick Art Gum Erasers are great for use on thinner papers such as newsprint or vellum, as their soft composition will not damage the paper's surface.
Large Erasers, Box of 12
Each eraser measures 2" × 1" × ¾".
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Each eraser measures 1" × 1" × ¾".
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By Heath Quinn
from Woodstock NY
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I love this box with enough gum erasers for a year, all neatly arranged. Top-quality erasers. Thank you, Blick.
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By Art Teacher Autumn
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I love these erasers. I bought enough to give to every student in my intro to art classes. They remove pencil and smudges from delicate surfaces and dont leave a film or discoloration behind.
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from Florence, AZ
This product has helped our facility of people create better works of art at a higher quality.
Great for the Price
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from Comanche, TX
Great for classroom use.
Works just as good as any gum eraser
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from Long Island, NY
I like buying in bulk. This package is a great value for a gum eraser that works just as good as any if not better.
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Best for cleaning up scuffs and lines from watercolor paper without damaging the surface,
Best for Middle School Art Room!
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Because of price and quality, these are my go to erasers.
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I draw my subject directly onto my finish paper (lightly), making numerous mistakes during the process. This eraser is magic, erasing my light pencil marks with ease. I've even used it to erase smudges of pastels. I cannot think of anything that is not good about it.
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