text: Customer Appreciation Breakfast MLA Conference San Diego, March 23, 2010 We'd like to share our expanded vision for Music Online 1. Size of the databases 2. Quality of the materials included 3. Discoverability and awareness 4. Interface improvements 5. Pricing 6. Musical Performance in Video Size: Matters … the 750k target 1,200,000 Plan to add 0.5m tracks Added 112k tracks # of tracks 1,000,000 800,000 600,000 400,000 200,000 0 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 Size: What it means for our databases Now End of 2010 Classical Music Library 64,000 155,000 Jazz Music Library 60,000 122,000 American Song 69,000 114,000 Contemporary World Music 28,000 196,000 Smithsonian Global Sound 42,000 42,000 Other Popular Music 142,000 263,000 769,000 Size: What it means for our databases Classical Jazz American World Opera (443) Chamber Music (396) Keyboard Music (283) Orchestral Music (238) Contemporary (335) Big Band (297) Vocal (281) Swing (210) Soul (631) Traditional Country (144) Jump-Blues (122) Traditional Blues (114) Electronic (668) Reggae (558) Hip-Hop / Rap (471) Film Soundtracks (364) Baroque (235) 20th/21st Century (175) Vocal (168) Concerto (144) Choral Music (113) Avant-garde (146) Fusion (118) Latin Jazz (114) Easy Listening (99) Traditional (94) 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Gospel (9) Chinese Pop (7) Quality: Unique materials Folk Song Encyclopedia • In partnership with musicologist and folklorist Jerry Silverman, we've specially commissioned versions of songs from his Folk Song Encyclopedia • 431 recordings live Balanchine Foundation • Working with the George Balanchine Foundation, we've published materials from their unique video archives: – the Archive of Lost Choreography – the Interpreters Archive • 31 video clips, more to follow Quality: Unique materials American • In partnership with the Library of Congress, Folklife Center we've digitized unique, previously unpublished Archives recordings from the 1930s-40s including: – The Alan Lomax Haiti Collection (1937) – Alan Lomax, Zora Neale Hurston, and Mary Elizabeth Barnicle Expedition Collection (1935) – Herbert Halpert New York City Collection (1938) – John Henry Faulk Negro Religious Music from Texas (1941) • 3,000 recordings now available Quality: Highly-regarded Publishers • 600 albums from Deutsche Grammophon and Decca for Classical Music Library • 2,600 albums, including 330 full length operas, for Classical Music Library • 42 titles for Opera in Video and Dance in Video Quality: Highly-regarded Publishers • 875 albums from Blue Note, Capitol Records, and Virgin for Jazz Music Library • We've already added almost 5,000 recordings from Motown, A&M, Geffen and Universal Music to American Song Quality: Comprehensive Coverage American 32% Classical 22% Albums 17,865 Scores 16,834 Texts (pages) 65,490 Video performances 407 World 17% Jazz 29% Quality: Comprehensive Coverage Classical Music We currently offer: • 4,125 albums • 14,827 scores • 21,168 pages of texts • 407 video titles Classical Music Library Classical Scores Library Classical Music Reference Library Opera in Video Dance in Video 20th Century Baroque LateRomantic Classical Medieval Preclassical National School Renaissance Romantic 21st Century Quality: Comprehensive Coverage Jazz We currently offer: • 4,974 albums • 10,000 pages of texts • 18 video titles Bop Big Band Jazz Music Library American Song African American Music Reference Swing Modern Jazz Instrumental Jazz Early Jazz Ragtime Latin Jazz New Orleans Jazz Vocal Jazz Smooth Jazz Quality: Comprehensive Coverage American Music We currently offer: • 6,227 albums • 1,266 scores • 18,000 pages of texts -1919 1920-1939 1940-1959 American Song Garland Encyclopedia of World Music African American Music Reference 1960-1979 1980-1999 2000- Quality: Comprehensive Coverage World Music We currently offer: • 2,868 albums • 9,800 pages of texts Smithsonian Global Sound Contemporary World Music Garland Encyclopedia of World Music 1,035 Genres 169 Countries 2,645 Instruments 32% 18% 24% 15% 1,425 Cultural Groups 9% 2% 465 Languages Quality: Liner Notes • We believe liner notes are often an invaluable aid to putting an album in context • However, in an increasingly digital world, liner notes are no longer seen as essential … especially for 'back catalog' • We have therefore started a major project to source and digitize liner notes • We will make liner notes text searchable Quality: Metadata • Unique Browses: • Genre (787) • Instrument (2,645) • Cultural Group (1,425) • Place (169 countries) • Song Title (12,441) • Historical Event (1,292) Quality: Supporting Info Quality: Audio • We are re-encoding all recordings in Classical Music Library to a new spec of 128kbps and 320kbps • Going forward, all new recordings that we digitize across all our collections will be encoded to the same spec Discoverability & Awareness • We understand usage is a key metric • We recognize the importance of ensuring our content is easily discoverable by your patrons • We are undertaking some major projects across all our databases to significantly improve discoverability Discoverability: MARC Records marc.alexanderstreet.com Discoverability: MARC Records Released Product/Release Name Date MARC Released African American Music Reference 8/15/08 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Websites Significant new sites, existing sites that may not be widely known, or existing sites that have added something new and exciting; especially any offering streaming, samples, or downloads Interface Improvements: Playlists Current Stats • 850 ASP Editorial playlists • 210,525 user-created playlists Since last MLA • Single login for all databases • View all playlists from any database • Search playlists and clips by title, author, annotation • User Profiles • Add any item • Play All items Upcoming • Playlist organization to move to theme based browsing Interface Improvements: Playlists User Profile Pages View other users' playlists and profiles Interface Improvements: Playlists Search Playlists e.g. authors from UC Davis Interface Improvements: Playlists Play All items Interface Improvements: Classical Music Library Interface Improvements: Classical Music Library Interface Improvements: Classical Music Library Interface Improvements: Classical Music Library Interface Improvements: Classical Scores Library Interface Improvements: Classical Scores Library Interface Improvements: Classical Scores Library Interface Improvements: Classical Scores Library Interface Improvements: Classical Scores Library Interface Improvements: Upcoming 1. 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text: "For the second quarter in a row, we achieved record silver sales and revenues, putting us on track for our best year ever," said Randy Smallwood, President and Chief Executive Officer of Silver Wheaton. "Production from most of our assets was very solid, with Zinkgruvan once again delivering a strong quarter and with sales of concentrate produced but not yet delivered from Yauliyacu contributing considerably to our revenues and cash flow. While we did see some temporary shortfalls in production at the Peñasquito mine and a delay at Pascua-Lama, we remain confident in our partners and view both of these assets as core streams which solidify our industry-leading growth profile.""We recently announced a transaction with Hudbay that once again highlights the effectiveness of our business model, combining the certainty of fixed capital and operating costs with immediate cash flow and long term growth potential. We are extremely excited about adding two new streams, one for silver and gold from Hudbay's current flagship mine, 777, and the other for silver from their cornerstone development asset, Constancia. These new streams deliver an immediate increase to our silver and gold production, with 777 contributing average annual production of approximately 4.2 million silver equivalent ounces [ 1] until the end of 2016. Once Constancia is in full production, which is forecast by 2015, both mines provide substantial opportunity for future growth. With the addition of these assets to our portfolio, our 2016 production guidance has increased to approximately 48 million silver equivalent ounces." "Furthermore, we remain very excited about the current opportunity-rich environment. With approximately US$600 million in cash - net of the initial US$500 million upfront payment to Hudbay - a fully undrawn US$400 million revolving credit facility, and strong forecast annual operating cash flow, we believe there is substantial opportunity for further growth both in the near and long-term." Financial Review

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SeaWorld Sponsors Oceans Day To Control The Narrative Of Conservation
When Paul Watson attended the Oceans Forum at COP 21 last November, he shared his reflections in a Facebook post. He heard a fishing industry panelist speak of a "movement of product" in the oceans, presumably referring to the legions of fishes, crustaceans and others who are undertaking mass migrations due to climate change.
The callousness of this term is at once striking and salient, since the language we use is a potent force in shaping our relationship to the world. While some might dismiss it as being industry jargon, the same capitalistic ideology inherent in that term also informs western science -- with many articles referring to whales as "biomass" rather than individuals -- and our legal system, which still considers whales, dolphins, and all life in the oceans as property.
Unfortunately, this ideology has also infiltrated Oceans Day. According to the official website, we should "celebrate" how the oceans "feed us, regulate our climate" and "offer a pharmacopeia of medicines." Oceans Day wants to "change perspectives" and encourages people to think about "what [the ocean] has to offer all of us" as human beings.
This blatantly anthropocentric messaging shouldn't be surprising, given that SeaWorld and other corporate users of the oceans are sponsors of Oceans Day. But it is concerning, because these companies are actively co-opting the narrative of ocean conservation and shaping the movement into one that values the oceans only for what they can provide to our economies.
Make no mistake -- companies like SeaWorld will never invest or sponsor anything that challenges their business model.
These businesses require this narrative to continue transforming and selling life in the oceans as "products" to be eaten, or "assets" to be displayed in concrete tanks. By celebrating "all the oceans have to offer" as Oceans Day suggests, we celebrate their wholesale destruction and the ongoing tragedy of the commons that capitalism perpetuates.
Philosopher Walter Benjamin called capitalism a "religion of destruction." As new evidence emerges -- that fish can be depressed and recognize human faces -- we can see more clearly that capitalism is not based on, nor much concerned with, these pillars of science and rationality that it claims as its foundation. We begin to see that it is only a belief system. Fortunately, with this understanding comes power, because what we once believed in, we can also believe out of. This is what Oceans Day needs to be about.
Make no mistake -- companies like SeaWorld will never invest or sponsor anything that challenges their business model. This is why SeaWorld tends not to fund research into intelligence or emotional capacities of cetaceans, which would further call into question their consideration and treatment as property. If, on the other hand, a humane accolade or certification will put consumer's concerns at ease, they will pay for that -- and they have. If they can throw money at a global day of awareness that shapes people's perception of the oceans and reinforces our dominion over them, they will. All of this is in service, always and forever, to their bottom lines.
As the Oceans Day website says, a change of perspective is needed: but one that allows us to re-imagine our relationship to other animals, that removes our anthropocentric bias and that calls into question our unequivocal placement of human desires above those of other animals and "nature." This can be accomplished in many ways, including a reconfiguration of the language we use when referring to the oceans and life therein. We should reject the fishing industry's transformation of fishes into product, and SeaWorld's ownership of "their" whales. The only way we can reverse the damage we are doing is if Oceans Day can be about respecting the oceans for what, and who, they truly are.
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What is the first word that comes to your mind when you hear 'Pacific Ocean'? If it's 'pacify', then, you already know how this ocean was named. The name of the ocean was originally a specific use of pacific, meaning 'peaceful' or 'characterized by calmness'. Pacific Ocean derives from Mar Pacifico, the name given in Portuguese, Italian, and Spanish to the body of water in allusion to the calm seas experienced by Ferdinand Magellan on first reaching it in 1520.
Atlantic Ocean, the second largest of the world's oceanic divisions, following the Pacific Ocean, refers to Atlas of Greek mythology, making the Atlantic the "Sea of Atlas". Greek Atlantikos, from Atlas, is the Titan of Greek mythology who supported the heavens with his great strength. (His image appeared as a frontispiece to early collections of maps in a volume, leading to the modern use of the word atlas.) The term Atlantic originally referred to the Atlas Mountains in North Africa, and hence to the sea near the west African coast, and was later extended to refer to the whole ocean.
The Arctic Ocean, the smallest of the world's oceans, unsurprisingly, surrounds the Arctic; that is, the regions around the North Pole. Arctic conceals its origins rather more successfully. It comes from the Greek word--arktos, meaning 'bear' – and 'Ursa Major' and 'pole star'. The connection between bear and star comes from the story in Greek mythology that the nymph Callisto was turned into a bear and placed as a constellation in the heavens by Zeus.
Linguistically, it's the least interesting ocean. It is named simply because it is to the south of India.
The Antarctic Ocean, also known as the Southern Ocean, is defined in opposition to the Arctic. Antarctic simply means 'opposite to the Arctic'. Formerly the Southern Ocean was a traditional mariner's term, but the name was made official by the International Hydrographic Organizationexternal link in 2000. The Southern Ocean was previously considered by non-mariners to be the location where the Atlantic, Pacific, and Indian Oceans stretched to Antarctica.
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The trouble about historical figures is that their appearance could only be captured through certain media of the time, and the paintings, sculptures, and written descriptions don't always add up to the same whole.
Through the ages, depictions of famous figures of the past have changed vastly based on the styles and fashions of the era as well as due to the specific interpretations of a given artist, not to mention any political agendas that may have determined what iconography could be created and displayed.
For example, take Jesus. Believed to have been born between 7 and 2 BC and to have died some 30-odd years later, Jesus has gone on to become one of the most depicted art subjects of all time. Problem is, his image has changed constantly over time. Luckily for us, British scientists and Israeli archaeologists teamed together using forensic anthropology to bring us the "real" face of Jesus, and he looks like this…
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Boston, Massachusetts (CNS) Texas Governor George Bush left New Hampshire yesterday, after a 36 hour whirlwind visit that attracted nearly 250 print and broadcast media, and headed for the Bay State, where thanks to a $1,000 per person luncheon, his campaign picked up another $800,000.
The figure was $300,000 more than hoped for from the 500 people who responded to an invitation from Massachusetts Governor Paul Celluci, one of 19 GOP governors who have thrown their support to the Texan.
In terms of dollars raised, the event was the largest fund-raiser ever held for a Republican in the Bay State, where Democrats are in tight control of the state House and Senate and where the GOP holds none of the Congressional or U.S. Senate seats.
"Not a bad take for a visit that lasted less than six hours," said one of those who attended the buffet offering at the downtown Park Plaza Hotel
In what has become his stump speech, and as he did during a day and a half stay in nearby New Hampshire, Bush continued to define himself as a "compassionate conservative," and insisted the party's standard bearer can be both conservative and a person of compassion.
"There will be plenty of time for 10 point plans," said the governor, as he again declined to offer specifics on any issue. "What I want to share with you today, is why I am seeking the presidency."
Bush then repeated the campaign's three broadly stated goals; the return to an era of personal accountability; a commitment to educational reform and the marshaling of compassionate resources, community by community.
"I am running, because I want my party to match a conservative mind, with a compassionate heart," he said.
Pledging to work for the passage of "real tort reform," and calling for free trade, including the ending of all tariffs, before an audience dominated by business people, Bush added, "The fearful build walls. The confident tear them down."
Then, characterizing the globe as "a world of terrorism, missiles and madmen," the governor added, "We're challenged by aging weapons and poor intelligence."
Calling for the development of an anti-ballistic missile system, in a state heavy with defense and high tech contractors, Bush told his audience his will be a foreign policy "with a touch of iron, driven by American values."
Other than these references, there was no mention of foreign policy, including the Balkans.
Absent too was any mention of abortion and the imposition of a litmus test for federal judicial nominees. In an appearance in New Castle, NH, Monday, the governor said he would impose no abortion-related litmus test on nominees for the federal bench. The remarks drew immediate condemnation from opponents.
Bush assured the gathering he will be "an activist president, who sets goals worthy of a great nation," and added, "Government can't be all things to all people. It can do a few things and do them well."
Bush also encountered his first protesters of his infant campaign. Carrying signs, which read, "Gunslinger Bush Go Home," and "Bush Plus NRA Means More Dead Kids," members of the group Stop Handgun Violence picketed in front of the hotel.
"This Bush is in the pocket of the National Rifle Association," said spokesman Ron Rosenthal, who criticized Bush for failing to support background checks at gun shows. "He walks in lock step with them."
Of those in attendance, many said they would support the Texan over any other Republican aspirant. Asked about the lack of specifics, few were bothered and most said it was a good strategy.
"I like the fact that he has been low key," said Kelsa Fuller, a public relations executive from Auburn, MA, "Because of his lead in the polls, there is no need to come out full force so early."
"It will take as long as it will take," said Lois Catanzaro, of Revere, MA. "I'm not bothered at all by the lack of specifics. It's a good strategy. Whatever he eventually announces, needs to be well thought out."
"As soon as he says anything, the opposition, Republican, Democrats and the press, will kill him. So why say more than he absolutely must," said a supporter who asked that her name not be used.
And for many in the crowd, the fact that the governor is a Bush was a key selling point.
In both New Hampshire and Massachusetts, people insisted George W. Bush would benefit from his family name and the affection many voters have for his parents.
"His family name and the fact that people in both parties are fed up with Clinton and Gore, will get him votes. There are a whole lot of people who now regret not having voted for the father in 1992," said Roger Trane, a businessman from Atlanta, staying at the hotel.
"He has great moral character, because he comes from a great family. That will get him votes," said Gail Uhl, a nurse practitioner from the town of Southborough.
"He has good moral character. His mom and dad raised him right," added Christopher Uhl.
Of the two dozen people interviewed yesterday, virtually all insisted they were committed to the Texan. Asked to name a second and third choice, should Bush falter, John McCain and Elizabeth Dole, were most frequently mentioned, while former Tennessee Governor Lamar Alexander, came in a distant third.


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Hi Dear All,
I need some help.
I have recently bought a house:) . Of course I decided to do some upgrades and home improvements. Even though the painting was OK, I hired a painting contractor to do my interior painting in the house. I bought Benjamin Moore paint.
Acording to the contract he was supposed to paint my wall, doors, door cases, ceiling and gave me 24 month warranty.
He asked me for 50% to pay before the work start. Then 50% at the end. So I did.
He painted my house at the last week of August. As soon as the paint dried completely (in a week), it has stated peeling awfully from all door cases and doors. It is obvious that he did not sand the surface so the paint did not adhere. When he completed his painting, it looked all right but now it is just AWFUL. I tried to contact him for a week. Of course he did not return my calls.
Please advise me what I should do. :confused:
I need to repaint all these peeling surfaces. But if I hire somebody else to fix it and he or she will repaint the peeling surfaces, what proof will I have to file a complain about the former improper painting job. How long should I wait for before I can start fixing it?
Where can I file a complain against this contractor?
Thanks a lot!
Pictures, pictures, pictures. Close-ups, complete views, everything in between. If this is wood he "painted" (which I assume it is) it needs to be covered before winter, even if it means (worst case) that you have no proof and loose your down-payment. Send him a certified letter detailing the problems and what you wish done about it. Usually a statement like "Thirty days after the date on this letter, I will begin court proceedings, afterwhich any remedy short of court action will be impossible" (basically, if I dont hear from you in 30 days, your SOL, and after that you wont have the opportunity to make me wait any longer)
jp got you started. Sounds to me like he went latex over oil without sanding and priming. I take it that the warrantee is in print. ?
If you have the warranty in print, you should doccument the failing paint with pictures like the guys said. Give him at least a month, calling him every two days if you have to, to make it right. Keep track of how many times you called him and got no response.
If he still doesn't do the right thing after all that go to the court house and begin the process of taking him to small claims court or filing a lein.
If you don't have the waranty in print, your screwed, you have no legal recourse as far as I know.
A verbal warranty is a legally binding warranty none-the-less. It's just harder to prove and enforce.
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Apartment in Sainte Maxime, Cote d'Azur, France - 200 Metres from the Beach and Harbour
Situated in the heart of Sainte Maxime only 200 metres from the sea, Casa Del Mar is simply perfect for your relaxation and tranquillity. There are so many places to explore and things to do, both in and around the town; you can easily adapt your holiday to ensure you maximise your enjoyment. Sainte Maxime boasts a magnificent night life including a casino, night club and cinema as well many fabulous bars and restaurants nestled within the towns cobbled streets. Alternately, you could take the sea taxi over to St Tropez for that romantic evening meal? With the apartments fully fitted kitchen, you also have the choice to eat in. Why not purchase fresh produce from the local fish market or pay a visit to the supermarket, (just across the square), where you will find everything you require. Large terrace to front and rear of the property gives you the luxury to just sit and enjoy a long cool daytime drink or that quality bottle of wine just before bed.
Top Traveller Review
Peaceful Holiday
About the Owner
About Dave Ball
I live with my wife Julie in Ruislip, Middlesex, just outside London, we have grown up two sons. I've numerous interests including Music, Rugby, Gardening, Cooking and Real Ale. I keep fit in the local gym, play football twice a week and cycle. We manage properties in Bournemouth (UK), Ste Maxime (France) and Manhattan NYC (US), travelling between all, when not managing a small print solutions agency, now in its 17th year. Being a person of simple tastes, I just enjoy life.
Dave Ball purchased this apartment in 2008
Why Dave Ball chose St Tropez region
We visited Ste Maxime in 2007, by chance, and instantly fell in love with it. The town offers so much all year round, with its bars and restaurants within a two minute walk of the apartment, it was exactly what we'd been looking for. You can sense the real "Family" feel of the town as you wonder through its cobbled streets and along the quayside.
What makes this apartment unique
We have tried to furnish the apartment to create a "Home from Home" for our guests, hopefully showing we have an eye for detail? Built in 2008, 2009 was our first year in renting the property. With many positive testimonials already received, we can safely say that your stay will be a really pleasant experience.
Guestbook comments from the owner
This was one of the best holidays we've ever had! The apartment is excellent, the best thing this is really in the town centre, so everything is within 100m...
Tibor (Hungary)
"We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and the apartment was wonderful. It's a true gem and we will be recommending it to our friends. I shall forward some comments for your site upon my return".
Conall and Darina (Ireland)
We had a great time, it was terrific being able to leave the car in the garage all week and just be so close to the restaurants, shops and beach.
John, Eileen & Lucy (England)
Guestbook comments from the owner
This was one of the best holidays we've ever had! The apartment is excellent, the best thing this is really in the town centre, so everything is within 100m...
Tibor (Hungary)
"We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and the apartment was wonderful. It's a true gem and we will be recommending it to our friends. I shall forward some comments for your site upon my return".
Conall and Darina (Ireland)
We had a great time, it was terrific being able to leave the car in the garage all week and just be so close to the restaurants, shops and beach.
John, Eileen & Lucy (England)
12 Reviews
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(12 traveller reviews)
Peaceful Holiday
Just spent a lovely week in this apartment and couldn't rate it more highly. As we went at a quieter time of the year the additional touches such as the Nintendo wii came in particularly useful as well as the many DVDs on offer. Additionally, we spent a lot of out time attempting to cook the local cuisine (not greatly I must admit) and the cooking equipment on offer was very useful. The main highlight of staying in this apartment though was the views from both balconies. Waking up to see the sea from your balcony is definitely something we will be missing back home. My second time staying here, once with the family and once with the boyfriend so I would recommend to all types of holiday-seekers!
A delightful stay
A nice comfortable apartment clean & well maintained. I liked it as it is only a short walk from the beach & numerous bars & restaurants.
The descriptions are accurate & the owners have provided plenty of info on the resort.
With a good supermarket across the road the apartment is ideal for self catering as it is very well equipped for this purpose.
St Maxime is a delightful resort & I would certainly recommend a stay there in this apartment
My wonder visit
I really enjoyed the wonderful city of St Maxime. The apartment had all the homely comforts you would want and I enjoyed the English TV which is a rare thing on holiday.
The location is just right and there is lots of useful information in the apartment to help your way around. There is internet service which I found extremely useful.
Can't wait to go back.
Great Apartment!!!
19 – 26th Oct 2014
From the moment we arrived at Nice airport, everything was relaxed, from collecting our hire car to the journey(1 hour) to Sainte- Maxime and continued with the meet & greet with Joan who helped with our arrival.
Joan was very informative and also took time to assist us in parking the car in the garage, to showing us to the apartment & explaining where everything was.
This apartment is certainly special, a place to unwind and feel relaxed!
The two roof top terraces are lovely, the smaller terrace accessed from the main bedroom, is a must for catching the morning sun whilst taking breakfast. The larger terrace is huge, and is great for relaxing on the loungers and dining Al fresco.
It was everything as described & more, with beautiful decor, very well equipped kitchen , and a comfortable homely feel to the place.
Lots to do for couples and families, nice beach, great restaurants, with a very laid back feel to the location.
Very central, within 5 mins walk to the beach & restaurants.
St. Tropez by ferry is a must, just check the return times for the last ferry back.
All in all it was a fantastic place, which we would recommend highly - the only downside was leaving the apartment and flying home!!
We will be back!!
The two bed apartment in Sainte Maxime is everything you would want and more. What we love about this getaway is that everything works and it is so easy. The fixtures are great quality, sky tv in three room (for those that like a bit of home away from home) and it all just works seamlessly. For us, one of the best aspects of this apartment, is that it is so bright and sunny. You come out of the lift to your penthouse, open the door and immediately you smile as the sun beams through the windows - even if it's a bit overcast.
The location is central. Once we parked our car in the basement it stayed there for the week, except when we popped over to see some friends in Le Lavendou. You can walk everywhere. I am a keen cyclist and there are seaside rides and hill climbs galore or you can just walk to the beach in 2 minutes for some relaxing time.
In short, it is October, we are having a great summer holiday and the apartment has added to the quality of our time away.
First Rate
Beautiful well equipped apartment in a great central location close to the beach, Supermarket and Restaurants/Bars.
Casablanca Del Mar has everything you need for a great, relaxing holiday.
We've visited several times using our own and public transport, both of which are convenient with regular buses from Nice Airport to Frejus and onwards.
St Tropez is a short distance away and can be reached easily by bus or boat. The more adventurous could probably walk it. We would recommend Port Grimaud which is lovely.
From the Owner
"We visited Ste Maxime in 2007, by chance, and instantly fell in love with it. The town offers so much all year round, with its bars and restaurants within a two minute walk of the apartment, it was exactly what we'd been looking for. You can sense the real "Family" feel of the town as you wonder through its cobbled streets and along the quayside."
Activity and Interests
Special interest holidays:
On Request
200 metre walk from the apartment.
We recommend that you fly into Nice airport. The airport is very modern and user friendly. Hertz, Eurocar and Avis are all situated across the road from the main terminal. A VERY short drive out of the airport will bring you to the A8 motorway. You will find that your drive will be easy and pleasurable. Please note that there are a few toll booths on route, therefore, it would help if you had some euros to hand. You can also pay an attendant, (if you have no change) or by credit card.
Nearest towns - Port-Grimaud, St Raphael, Saint-Tropez. All can be reached by using public transport, including the water taxi. Distance from Nice airport to Sainte Maxime is about 95km and takes about an hour.
Further Details:
An information pack can be emailed on request.
January/April, can be very cold, blustery even snowy!
However, Ste Maxime, is still a very pleasant place to be; local markets are open in the town and also in neighbouring villages. Many restaurants remain open.
The town organises a 'New Year swim' down on
the sea front, held on the 1st January each year.
The first Sunday in the month 'Fete du Mimosa' is held in the Ste Maxime, which is lovely to see.
The Jet Ski Cup is held.
The 'local fete is held which lasts 3 days, followed by the local
fete in St Tropez also 3 days.
Many people dress in traditional costumes.
Cool mornings/evenings, but days are hot.
'Les Voiles de St Tropez' traditional sailing boat regatta
Sailing boats in the port of St Tropez
During the regatta you can take a 2 hour, half day or full
day trip on the ferry boat to navigate amongst the sailing boats.
Free Flight World Masters - featuring La 'Patrouille De France' (the equivalent of the Red Arrows')
Rallye Du Var, Car Rally, takes place on the country
roads Plan de la Tour/La Garde Frenet.
Christmas time when the town is decorated and illuminated.
Also St Tropez is lovely to see as the facade of the houses on the port is illuminated
with changing colours.
For more information about these and other events please visit
Prices and Availability
Rental rates
|Rental Period
|Minimum Price
|Additional Nights
|Weekend Night
|Event Price
Rate 1
1 Mar 2017 - 31 May 2017
5 night minimum stay
for 5 nights
Rate 2
1 Jun 2017 - 31 Aug 2017
7 night minimum stay
for 7 nights
Rate 3
1 Sep 2017 - 31 Oct 2017
5 night minimum stay
for 5 nights
Rate 4
1 Nov 2017 - 28 Feb 2018
5 night minimum stay
for 5 nights
Rate 5
1 Mar 2018 - 31 May 2018
5 night minimum stay
for 5 nights
Rate 6
1 Jun 2018 - 31 Aug 2018
7 night minimum stay
for 7 nights
Additional pricing information
|No additional mandatory fees
Booking Notes:
Deposit required. Full payment 6 weeks prior to arrival date. Bookings taken by email address please.
Client will pay all bank charges should monies not be paid in UK Sterling
Changeover Day:
We would ask you to Depart by 11am. Arrival would be 4pm.
Notes on prices:
Prices are for the property per week in UK pounds sterling
Please note that we cannot accept bank cheques as payment
Owner's Cancellation Policy
- 12
- Available
- 12
- Unavailable
From the Owner
"We have tried to furnish the apartment to create a "Home from Home" for our guests, hopefully showing we have an eye for detail? Built in 2008, 2009 was our first year in renting the property. With many positive testimonials already received, we can safely say that your stay will be a really pleasant experience."
Property Type
- apartment
- Away From It All
- Family
- Romantic
- Sports & Activities
- Tourist Attractions
- Air Conditioning
- Ceiling Fans
- Garage
- Hair Dryer
- Heating
- Internet
- Iron & Board
- Linens Provided
- Living Room ...
- Parking
- Towels Provided
- Washing Machine
- Coffee Maker
- Dishes & Utensils
- Dishwasher
- Freezer
- Kitchen ...
- Microwave
- Oven
- Pantry Items
- Refrigerator
- Hob
- Toaster
- Child's Highchair
- Dining Area
- Books
- DVD Player
- Games
- Satellite / Cable
- Stereo ...
- Television
- Video Games
- Video Library
- suitable for elderly or infirm
- wheelchair accessible
Location Type
- beach
- town
- Bathroom 1 - Toilet, Shower Enclosure
- Bathroom with bath/shower. Separate wc.
- 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6
- Bedroom 1 - 1 Cot
- Bedroom 2
- Description of sleeping capacity: Sleeps 4/6 (2 Bedrooms) Notes on bedrooms: Bedroom 1 with double bed. Fitted wardrobe and chest of drawers. Bedroom 2 with twin beds. Fitted wardrobe and chest of drawers. Double sofabed in lounge.
- Terrace
- Golf ...
- Self-catering
House Rules
- Max. occupancy: 6
- non smoking only
- pets not allowed
- children welcome
- Notes on accommodation: Heating and air-conditioning controlled by hand held units in all rooms. Important that temperature control is left unaltered. OUT OF SEASON BOOKINGS - We provide extra blankets, electric fire in the lounge and heaters in both bedrooms Outside: Terraces include outdoor table and chairs, sunbeds and sunshades. Cleaning / Towels / Linen / Maid service: Linen is included. One bath towel and one hand towel per person per week. You are more than welcome to use any extra, but must be washed dried and returned to the cupboard. Extra towels left unwashed will be charged for. We do not provide beach towels. Other: Terraces include outdoor table and chairs, sunbeds and sunshades. We provide an English speaking meet and greet service to ensure all of your questions are answered and that you quickly settle in to the apartment.


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By Gary Mihoces, USA TODAY
LAS VEGAS Nick Landreneau had the last pick Saturday morning in the "draft" to decide which bull he would try to ride Saturday night at the Professional Bull Riders World Finals. That meant he really didn't have a choice at all.
A bull named Dog Pile (yep, that's his name) was the only one left. After 44 riders had made their choices, that's the bull Landreneau got for round six.
"Tonight's the night, isn't it?" announcer Randy Schmutz asked Landreanu as they stood together on the open-air main stage at the PBR Fan Zone.
"Better be," said Landreanu, bucked off all five of his previous bulls at the World Finals.
The draft is new to the finals this year. Each day's order of selection is based on order of finish in the previous night's round.
Landreanu was among 10 riders who got bucked off Friday night with scores of zero. The buck-off time determined the order of selection for those 10. Landreanu had been bucked off the fastest (1.6 seconds).
After Landreanu and the bull were paired, a video of Dog Pile was shown on the big screen at the Fan Zone.
"He has so much dust coming off him, he's kind of hard to see," said PBR livestock director Cody Lambert, on the stage to offer commentary and lend advice to the riders on which bull to select.
Dog Pile does throw off clouds of dust from the dirt matted into the hair on his body each time he comes out of the shoot. After the draft, Lambert explained that Dog Pile loves to "root and roll around" in the dirt when he's away from the arena.
"I don't know if it's because he like the way the dirt feels or if he likes to watch the dirt fly in the air," said Lambert.
Historically, riders and bulls were matched by random draw. The PBR introduced the draft at certain events this regular season. It's being used in every round at the World Finals.
The maximum possible score on a bull ride is 100. The judges based their scores on both the performance of the riders and the performance of the bulls (how well and how hard they buck).
Before Saturday's draft, the riders sat around tables behind the stage studying the list of the 45 available bulls.
Their test is to determine whether a certain bull's bucking style fits their riding style and balance that against whether the bull can produce enough points to put them in the money.
When two-time PBR world champion Justin McBride got his choice in the 15th spot, he let Lambert make his choice, as he had done through the finals.
Lambert picked Scene of the Crash, a bull which McBride won $200,000 last season when he rode him for eight seconds last season in a special challenge ride.
"I want to see it one more time," Lambert told McBride.
McBride is 1-1 versus Scene of the Crash in his career.
"Tonight will be the tie-breaker," said McBride, retiring at the end of the finals.
Colby Yates of Fort Worth selected Sure Fire with the 12th choice.
"Should spin to the left and fit me great," said Yates.
Not all the riders took the scientific approach.
Pistol Robinson of Burleson, Tex., with the 37th pick, chose a bull named Homer Simpson.
"I'm just going to go with one I don't even know," he said.
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NEXUS and FAST members who are permanent residents of the U.S. must still travel with a passport and proof of permanent residence. You may be asked to present these documents to the Border Services Officer (BSO) when you arrive at the border.
No matter your mode of travel, we recommend you carry a valid passport for all travel abroad, including visits to Canada from the United States. A passport may be required by your airline or other transportation authority, since it is the only universally-accepted identification document.
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This Government of Canada website is the official place to apply for an eTA.
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Visit the Children and travel page for more information about travelling abroad with minors.
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Be sure to keep the card handy along with your identification and other travel documents. You will be asked to show this card to our BSOs several times.
If you have any questions about the card or Canadian regulations, ask the BSO when you arrive.
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While most travellers we inspect comply with Canadian laws and regulations, we do encounter individuals who are intent on breaking the law and who attempt to avoid detection. That is why the officer may not always answer specific questions about a Secondary Inspection.
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For more information on bringing alcoholic beverages to Canada, consult the Alcohol and tobacco limits page.
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For short visits, these quantities may be limited to amounts that are appropriate in respect of the nature, purpose, and duration of the visit.
For more information on bringing alcoholic beverages to Canada, consult the Alcohol and tobacco limits page.
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Certain goods are restricted or prohibited in Canada. To avoid the possibility of penalties, including seizure or prosecution, make sure you have the information you need before attempting to bring items into Canada.
The following are some examples of restricted or prohibited goods:
- Firearms and weapons: You must declare all weapons and firearms at the CBSA port of entry when you enter Canada.
- Food, plants, animals and related products: All food, plants, animals, and related products must be declared. Food can carry disease, such as E. coli. Plants and plant products can carry invasive alien species, such as the Asian Long-Horned Beetle. Animals and animal products can carry diseases, such as avian influenza and foot-and-mouth disease.
- Explosives, fireworks and ammunition: You must have written authorization and permits to bring explosives, fireworks and certain types of ammunition into Canada.
- Vehicles: Vehicles include any kind of pleasure vehicles such as passenger cars, pickup trucks, snowmobiles and motor homes, as long as you use them for non-commercial purposes. There are many requirements that apply to importing a vehicle.
- Consumer products: Certain consumer products that could pose a danger to the public (e.g., baby walkers, jequirity beans that are often found in art or bead work) are not allowed to be brought into Canada. Canadian residents should be aware of consumer products that have safety requirements in Canada. Many of these safety requirements are stricter than requirements of other countries.
For more information consult the Restricted and Prohibited Goods page.
Travelling with CAN$10,000 or more
If you have currency or monetary instruments equal to or greater than CAN$10,000 (or the equivalent in a foreign currency) in your possession when arriving in or departing from Canada, you must report to the CBSA. Monetary instruments include items such as stocks, bonds, bank drafts, cheques, and travellers' cheques.
This regulation applies to currency and monetary instruments you have on your person, in your baggage and/or in your vehicle.
When you arrive in Canada with CAN$10,000 or more in your possession, you must report it on the CBSA Declaration Card (if one was provided to you), or in the verbal declaration made to a BSO.
When you leave Canada by air with CAN$10,000 or more in your possession, you must report to the CBSA office within the airport, before clearing security or, if leaving by land or boat, report your intent to export to the CBSA at one of our offices.
For more information, including instructions on how to report your intent to import or export currency in person, by mail, or by courier, you can consult Travelling with CAN$10,000 or more.
Travelling with gifts
If you are travelling with gifts, do not wrap them before crossing the border. If a gift is wrapped, a BSO may need to un-wrap the gift to examine the goods you are bringing into Canada.
Can I enter Canada?
Why some people cannot enter or remain in Canada
There are a number of reasons you can be found inadmissible, denied a visa or refused entry to Canada such as:
- Security
- Human or international rights violations
- Criminality
- Organized criminality
- Health grounds
- Financial reasons
- Misrepresentation
- Non-compliance with the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (IRPA).
- Having an inadmissible family member
Visit the Determine your eligibility page for more information.
Ministerial relief
If you have been found inadmissible to Canada on grounds of security, certain provisions relating to human or international rights violations, or organized criminality, you may request that the Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness (the Minister) make a declaration of relief under subsection 42.1(1) of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (IRPA) if the Minister is satisfied that doing so is not contrary to the national interest. This process is commonly referred to as Ministerial relief.
You may apply for Ministerial relief using BSF766. Refer to the Guide to Applying for a Declaration of Relief Under Subsection 42.1(1) of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act.
Overcome criminal convictions
Depending on the crime, how long ago it was committed, and how you have behaved since the conviction, you may still be allowed to come to Canada, if you:
- convince an immigration officer that you meet the legal terms to be deemed rehabilitated, or
- applied for rehabilitation and were approved, or
- were granted a record suspension, or
- have a temporary resident permit.
Visit the Overcome criminal convictions page for more information.
Resources for visitors
- Visitors to Canada and other Temporary Residents
- Come to Canada to settle, study or work
- Refugees (Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada website)
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Glenn thanks for the tip on the Pepper Spray -- I think that is the way to go until I can stage a firearm in all rooms.
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First off the jokes are good!
Glenn thanks for the tip on the Pepper Spray -- I think that is the way to go until I can stage a firearm in all rooms.
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I live in a small house. I have guns hidden, but quickly accessible, in my garage, upstairs, and basement. Gun in my nightstand, guns in my desk, knives in the kitchen, that leaves the dining room and living room, which are only steps from where I have guns. Some heavy objects would suffice if I couldn't make it to a gun.
I've gotten in the habit of having my walking cane with me at all times - not because I need it, because it can be quite effective. Like everyone else here, a firearm is never too far away.
I think anyone getting in my Garage is going to get hurt just trying to get back out.... just sayin'
Kitchen: Knives, pans, chairs, leftovers, myself
Living room: Blankets, cordless phone (tell him he better make the call), laptop, TV remote control (wait, I ain't throwing that), lamps, 2 women in my house so there are always shoes laying around, myself
Bathroom: Aerosol cans, toothbrush, toilet tank lid, toilet brush, towel bar, myself
Garage: Various tools, wasp spray, other chemicals
Bedroom: More shoes, pillows, blankets, alarm clock, dirty laundry, knife, flashlight, GLOCK 19 sleeping with one eye open, myself
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With great power comes great responsibility.-Stan Lee
Bathroom: Toilet lid as a shield, and plunger as a weapon.
Ahh, the possibilities... the cup of boiling water I just got done brewing for tea. The dishes in the dish washer. The lamps on the tables, the telephones, kitchen knives, the flower vase on the coffee table, my son's chairs, the metal Christmas tree candle holder, the toy box full of trucks, the toy box full of wooden blocks, the computers, the crock pot, the parts for the vacuum cleaner, 5 gallons of salt water... shall I go on?
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Clorox in the eyes will do the trick or wasp spray.
"To me, it's a good idea to always carry two sacks of something
when you walk around. That way, if anybody says, 'Hey, can you
give me a hand?' You can say, 'Sorry, got these sacks.'"
- Jack Handey
Also - if you have the sacks, you could throw them at someone, to distract them maybe.
I always have a handgun with me, and yes, a Ruger P944 is always only 2 feet away when i shower. If i should ever be without a pistol i have a photo of Nancy Polosi to use as a last resort.


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Notary Public Service
The Town Clerk provides Notary Public services for a $5 per signature fee, regulated by State Statute. This service is provided as a convenience to the citizens of Groton.
The Town Clerk staff is not permitted to notarize wills, powers of attorney, or adoption or guardianship papers.
Dog Licenses
Every dog over 6 months of age must be licensed with the Town Clerk. You have 30 days to license your dog after moving to Groton or after obtaining the dog.
To obtain a license, a valid rabies certificate which includes the vaccination expiration date must be presented.
The charge for a un-neutered or un-spayed dog is $19.
Neutered or spayed dogs are $8, and veterinarian's proof must be presented.
If you cannot come into the office for the license, you may mail the information and certificates with payment and a self-addressed stamped envelope, and the license, certificates,
and dog tag will be returned to you. Be sure to include:
The license year runs from July 1 thru June 30, and a penalty of $1 per month is charged for dogs that are licensed after June 30.
Renewal reminder forms are mailed in late May for currently licensed dogs.
Sporting Licenses
These are State of Connecticut licenses and are valid for a calendar year (January 1 - December 31).
Fishing and hunting guidebooks are available at any Town Clerk's office.
Fishing licenses are required for anyone 16 years of age or older.
No hunting, trapping, or archery licenses and permits will be issued to any persons unless proof is provided that they have held a RESIDENT license in the respective sport within
the last 5 years OR the person has a certificate indicating successful completion of a Connecticut Conservation Education/Firearms (CE/FS) course (or recognized equivalent) in that
sport. Courses are available year round, and listings are available in any Town Clerk�s office or by calling (860) 642-7239.
Armed Forces Members can purchase licenses at the Resident rate.
State of Connecticut Department of Environmental Protection home page: http://dep.state.ct.us
Shellfish Permits
To determine which areas are open, call the Shellfish Information line: 441-6793.
Download Shellfish Area Map
Maps of the shellfish grounds are also available in the Town Clerk�s office.
Shellfish Commissioners
The Town Clerk is no longer allowed to accept applications for Passports or any related services. We hope for this to be a temporary situation and to offer these services again in the future. We apologize for any inconvenience. Remember, the U.S. Post Office in Groton accepts applications for passport, Monday through Friday, from 10:00 am - 3:00 pm. No appointment is necessary.


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Millipore Acquires Remaining Ownership of India JV
Millipore has acquired the remaining 60% ownership of its joint venture in India—Millipore India Pvt. Ltd. The company reports that the new subsidiary will enable it to invest in initiatives that will drive growth and expand its leadership in India's thriving life science market.
"India has experienced unprecedented levels of investment and expansion in the country's biotechnology, pharmaceutical, and life science research industries," says Martin Madaus, chairman and CEO of Millipore. "By establishing direct operations in the country, we will be able to more effectively execute our strategy and leverage our unique capabilities to accelerate growth and support our growing customer base in this dynamic market."
Based in Bangalore, Millipore India is primarily a sales, service, and manufacturing organization that currently employs approximately 300 people and has additional offices in Ahmedabad, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Mumbai, and Delhi. The joint venture's revenues are split evenly between Millipore's bioprocess and bioscience divisions.
The acquisition will have minimal impact on Millipore's 2009 earnings per share but is expected to be accretive in future years due to the elimination of the noncontrolling interest. The transaction will not affect Millipore's reported revenues and operating costs since the joint venture has been consolidated into Millipore's financial statements since 2006.
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