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Eat|See|Hear - Almost Famous - Drive-In or Sit Outside Picnic Style Movie
Eat See Hear
Saturday, July 27, 2013 from 5:30 PM to 11:00 PM (PDT)
A Summer-Long Celebration of Food, Movies and Music Comes to Downtown LA for the Largest Pop-Up Drive-In Movie Event on Saturday July 27th
Almost Famous
Rated R. William Miller (Patrick Fugit), an aspiring fifteen-year-old journalist, hits the road with the Stillwater band to document the band's rise in popularity in an article for Rolling Stone magazine. Billy falls in love with the music and the lifestyle, is taken by the free-spirited beauty Penny Lane (Kate Hudson), and learns a few things about himself along the way in this fictional rendition of director Cameron Crowe's experience as a teen journalist in the 70's.
* Slummin Gourmet
* India Jones
* Mobile Homestyle
* El Burger Luchador
* Vizzi Truck
* Romolo's
* Coolhaus
* Brasil Kiss
* Crepe de Ville
Origami Vinyl Presents: The Cerny Brothers & Miracle Parade
Please Note: There are two types of tickets for this event:
1) Drive-In Vehicle Tickets ($15 per person, 2 person minimum per car).
2) General Admission/Picnic-Style ($10 adv/$12 door) which is your 'traditional" outdoor movie i.e. sit outside on a blanket with your friends. There is artificial grass and concrete for this seating area. Every seat is a great seat!
Please follow these directions for parking & transportation depending on your ticket type. Using the address given is not accurate - follow signs and the info here.
Are there ID requirements or an age limit to enter the event?
Eat|See|Hear follows the Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA) ratings and guidelines. R-Restricted-Under 17 requires accompanying by a parent or adult guardian. Please check movie content before bringing children.
What are my transport/parking options getting to the event?
PARKING: FOLLOW THIS LINK FOR SPECIFIC MAPS AND DIRECTIONS. To access the Drive-In movie lot enter Parking Lot F on Flower Street between 20th St & Washington St. If you are walking in, you may park on Grand Ave between 21st & 23rd Streets.
METRO/PUBLIC TRANSPORT: Take the Metro Blue Line to Grand Station or the new Expo Line to the 23rd Street Station.
What can/can't I bring to the event?
Bring blankets and pillows to sit on, a sweater or hoodie and an extra blanket to snuggle under, since it can get chilly at night. If you bring a low beach chair, it should be no more than 6" off the ground. If you bring a chair taller than that, you will be obstructing the view of other moviegoers and required to please sit off to the sides in a designated chair area. Thank you for your cooperation.
Where can I contact the organizer with any questions?
Please email us - firstname.lastname@example.com
Is my registration/ticket transferrable?
Yes, you may give your ticket(s) to someone else.
Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?
Please bring either a printed ticket or an e-ticket on your mobile phone
A Summer-Long Celebration of Movies, Food and Music!
Outdoor Movies on Saturday nights at iconic Los Angeles-area venues:
* Griffith Park at The Autry
* Santa Monica
* Beverly Hills
* Pasadena
* Los Angeles State Historic Park
* Rose Bowl Stadium
* North Hollywood
Join us for a super fun night out including:
* Outdoor Movies
* Food Trucks
* Live Music
* and every event is Dog Friendly!
Click the photo below for a look at what you can expect at an Eat|See|Hear event.
Free biscuits at the door for your furry, 4-legged friends!
Doors: 5:30pm | Music: 7pm | Movie: 8:30pm
* Beginning Aug 25th Start times are 30 minutes earlier *
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Corn futures posted a surprisingly strong advance early Friday, with wire services citing position squaring and persistent South American weather concerns for the rise. However, the USDA Supply/Demand and Crop Production released at 11:00 AM CST forecast U.S. ending corn stocks for the 2012/13 crop year at 632 million bushels, where traders were looking for a result around 618. Spillover losses from the soybean market may also have depressed prices. That increase very likely caused the subsequent corn futures slide. March corn ended the week 1.75 cents lower, at $7.09/bushel, while December slipped 3.25 cent to $5.6425.
Soybean futures also showed signs of modest strength before the USDA released its late-morning reports Friday, then fell sharply soon thereafter. The drop was rather shocking since the USDA cut the predicted U.S. carryout and balanced an anticipated increase in Brazilian production with a reduction to its Argentine forecast. Traders were seemingly expecting a more supportive report. Whatever the cause, the Friday afternoon breakdown may hold significant negative implications for the short-term outlook. March soybeans closed 34.25 cents lower, at 14.525, Friday afternoon, while March soyoil dropped 0.42 cents to 51.44 cents/pound, while March meal plunged $15.3 to 422.3/ton.
The Friday morning wheat rally prior to the release of the widely anticipated USDA reports suggested traders were expecting bullish results. In fact, they got them, with the most outstanding figure being the surprising cut in the forecast U.S. 2012/13 carryout. The USDA left its predicted export total unchanged, but boosted the forecast for domestic feed usage. The fact that bulls could not sustain the subsequent rally suggests the market could struggle over the short term. March CBOT wheat futures settled just 0.25 cents higher, at $7.5625/bushel at the end of the Chicago session, while March KCBT wheat edged 1.25 cents lower to $7.9975, and March MGE futures fell 2.50 cents to $8.3625.
Cattle futures proved generally weak early Friday morning, then accelerated downward. Many in the cattle industry were probably expecting a cash market advance, so news that Great Plains feedlots were selling their animals at prices steady to slightly below the quotes seen last week very likely sparked the midday drop. Persistently weak beef quotes may have undermined bullish confidence as well. April cattle had fallen 1.40 cents to 130.12 cents/pound at the Friday afternoon close, while August dropped 1.13 cents to 126.47. Meanwhile, March feeder cattle dove 2.20 cents to 145.00 cents/pound, and August tumbled 2.25 cents to 156.70.
Hog futures proved generally weak in late-week trading. The fact that the CME lean hog index will probably continue its recent advance next Monday probably supported the expiring February contract somewhat, but recent cash and wholesale price losses suggest short-term prospects are not very promising. The ongoing drop in cattle cannot be boosting hog industry confidence either. April hogs had dipped 0.52 cents to 86.45 cents/pound as the closing bell rang, while June inched 0.10 cents lower to 94.50.

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Bonifacio taking advantage of more playing time
NEW YORK -- Super utility man Emilio Bonifacio is making the most out of his opportunity to receive more playing time.
Blue Jays manager John Gibbons recently made a decision to give Bonifacio an extended look after previously only using him sporadically during April.
Bonifacio got the start at second base on Friday night against New York, which marked his fifth consecutive game being inserted into the lineup. At least for now, the regular playing time appears to have helped with his timing both at the plate and in the field.
"I think he has taken advantage of it," Gibbons said. "I think he feels good, a little more relaxed, he doesn't have to look over his shoulder [and say], 'If I don't do something this game, maybe I won't be in there.'
"We knew who he is -- he's a talented player, a good player. Every report that we got from everybody who has seen him play said, 'This is your guy, he'll help you win.' So in all fairness to him, he's getting that shot now and has taken advantage of it."
Gibbons made the decision to start Bonifacio on a regular basis prior to a recent game in Boston. The starting positions might change as Bonifacio could see time in both left field and center field in addition to second base, where most of his work to date has occurred.
Bonifacio entered play on Friday night hitting .375 (6-for-16) with a pair of extra-base hits and four RBIs in his past four games. The sample size is incredibly small and there's no way to know for sure whether the success will continue, but the Blue Jays have decided to see what he can do.
"He deserved that, he's too good of a player not to play," Gibbons said. "We looked at it, too, we weren't winning a lot of games, maybe he can contribute some way to help us. He's doing that."
Gregor Chisholm is a reporter for MLB.com. Read his blog, North of the Border, and follow him on Twitter @gregorMLB. This story was not subject to the approval of Major League Baseball or its clubs.


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Undergraduate programs
Undergraduate programs embrace a wide range of major areas and are designed to challenge students to perform at a high level, preparing them for professional careers. A well-rounded curriculum provides students with core courses in foundation studies and general education leading to focused major programs emphasizing development of academic knowledge, technical and analytical skills, aesthetic sensibility, and the ability to express ideas visually and verbally.
Bachelor of Arts degree
The Bachelor of Arts degree program is a four-year course of study requiring 180 quarter credit hours (equivalent to 120 semester credit hours) and incorporating a foundation studies curriculum, comprehensive general education curriculum, area of concentration curriculum and electives. The majority of the Bachelor of Arts curriculum consists of fine arts, humanities, general education and liberal arts courses. An area of concentration complements the coursework. In the foundation studies curriculum, students receive instruction in basic principles, elements and techniques of art and design. In the general education curriculum, students are exposed to a broad base of knowledge through courses in humanities/fine arts, natural sciences/mathematics, social/behavioral sciences, written and oral communication, and computer literacy. The area of concentration allows students to develop knowledge and skill in a particular discipline. Students are required to take electives throughout the curriculum to broaden their experience and interests.
Bachelor of Fine Arts degree
The Bachelor of Fine Arts degree program is a four-year course of study requiring 180 quarter credit hours (equivalent to 120 semester credit hours) and incorporating a foundation studies curriculum, general education curriculum, major program curriculum and electives. The Bachelor of Fine Arts curriculum is designed to focus intently on acquiring knowledge and skill in the arts and design. In the foundation studies curriculum, students receive instruction in basic principles, elements and techniques of art and design. In the general education curriculum, students are exposed to a broad base of knowledge through courses in humanities/fine arts, natural sciences/mathematics, social/behavioral sciences, written and oral communication, and computer literacy. In the major program curriculum, students work toward developing knowledge, skills and a level of mastery in a specific discipline. Students are required to take electives throughout the curriculum to broaden their experience and interests.
Undergraduate certificate
SCAD offers certificate programs to provide special preparation in an area complementary to the student's major or intended profession. Current students may pursue a certificate by contacting their staff adviser. Additional coursework may be required to earn a certificate concurrent with an undergraduate degree.
The majority of certificate coursework cannot be redundant with degree program requirements. Degree-seeking students must complete certificate coursework prior to or within the final quarter of registration in degree coursework. New students may apply for admission to a certificate program by following the undergraduate admission requirements.
Undergraduate double majors
Many of the undergraduate majors offered at SCAD complement each other, and students may choose to earn a double major. With careful course selection and financial planning, students can double major without prolonging their programs of study substantially. Students who put forth that extra effort gain credentials and expertise that may be invaluable to their careers. In order to double major, undergraduate students must complete all courses unique to each major. Students are not required to duplicate core curriculum courses, nor must they always take two sets of electives; however, a student may not use major coursework for one major to serve as major coursework in the second major. Major coursework for one major may count as free elective or studio credit in the second major program. Students who wish to double major must follow course requirements as listed in the catalog they are following for their primary major.
For information about completing a double major, undergraduate students should consult with a staff adviser. Students also should check to be sure adequate financial aid is available, if needed, to cover the additional time and costs associated with completing coursework above the minimum credit hours required for a bachelor's degree.
SCAD Core
The SCAD Core of foundation studies and general education courses is designed to provide undergraduate students with the essential skills necessary for success at SCAD and in their chosen careers. Foundation studies provide students with a studio foundation that builds visual, conceptual and creative abilities essential to their development as professionals. General education courses in liberal arts are designed to develop students as critical thinkers by providing an intellectual foundation and breadth of knowledge for life-long learning.
Students are required to complete SCAD Core coursework within their first 90 hours of study. The organization of these courses into a two-year sequence allows students to complete necessary prerequisites for future study and also prepares them for the work of the major. The SCAD Core may consist of a combination of the following courses. Students should consult their programs of study for specific course requirements.
Foundation studies
DRAW 100 Drawing I: Form and Space
DRAW 101 Drawing II: Composition and Media
DSGN 100 Design I: Elements and Organization
DSGN 101 Color: Theory and Application
DSGN 102 Design II: 3-D Form in Space
DSGN 204 Design III: Time
General education
ARTH 100 Survey of Western Art I
ARTH 110 Survey of Western Art II
CMPA 100 Survey of Computer Art Applications
CMPA 110 Advanced Survey of Computer Art Applications
COMM 105 Speech and Public Speaking
ENGL 123 Composition
Mathematics/natural sciences (choose one of the following):
ANAT 100 General Anatomy
ASTR 101 Introduction to Astronomy
BIOL 100 Environmental Science
MATH 100 College Mathematics*
MATH 101 Intermediate Mathematics*
MATH 140 The Geometry of Physical Space*
MATH 150 Elementary Statistics*
MATH 160 Contemporary Mathematics in Real-world Phenomena*
MATH 201 Applied Mathematics*
PHSC 101 Introduction to Physical Science
PHYS 201 Applied Physics
*See undergraduate mathematics competency requirement.
Social/behavioral science (choose one of the following):
ANTH 101 Introduction to Anthropology
BUSI 180 Introduction to Economics
BUSI 250 Macroeconomics
COMM 205 Intercultural Communication
POLS 100 Politics in America
POLS 110 Contemporary Issues in American Politics
PSYC 101 Introduction to Psychology
PSYC 126 A Psychology of Self
PSYC 260 Creative Thinking Theories and Processes
PSYC 280 Psychology of Group Processes
Students should consult with their faculty adviser or staff adviser when selecting or registering for any general education or elective course to ensure that the course meets the requirements of the program. Students must meet prerequisites in order to register in any course.
Undergraduate mathematics competency requirement
SCAD ensures that all undergraduate students are able to demonstrate fundamental mathematics competency in one of the following ways: by successfully completing one MATH course at SCAD; by presenting proof of a qualifying math score on the SAT (580 or above) or the ACT (24 or above); or by presenting proof of qualifying math scores on Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate, College-level Examination Program or other equivalent international examinations as published on the SCAD admission website. These scores may qualify for transfer credit in addition to satisfying the mathematics requirement.
Students who have successfully completed a course at another college or university similar in content and level of instruction to a mathematics course at SCAD may be permitted to transfer that course in satisfaction of the mathematics requirement.
Undergraduate architecture applicants who present SAT math scores lower than 580, ACT math scores lower than 24, or are unable to demonstrate a competency for the study of mathematics and science may be admitted to the architecture program on a provisional basis and must take MATH 101. The credit hours earned in MATH 101 may be applied as an undergraduate general education elective. All undergraduate architecture students are required to take MATH 201 Applied Mathematics.
Students who demonstrate math competency with exam scores may take any math or natural science class to satisfy the natural sciences/mathematics general education requirement. Students should consult with their staff adviser before registering for any math or science courses to be sure they meet the requirements for their specific program of study.
First Year Experience
First Year Experience is a required, non-credit, extended orientation course for first-year incoming undergraduate students designed to help prepare them for academic success and professional careers. The course provides a discussion-based environment in which students are introduced to university requirements, their responsibility in the learning process, and skills that enable them to identify and efficiently use university resources. In addition, the course addresses topics such as major exploration, academic advisement and registration, career planning, campus technology, and student involvement opportunities.
All incoming first-year students are registered for First Year Experience during their first term of enrollment. Successful completion of First Year Experience is a graduation requirement for first-year students. Students who have transferred to SCAD after attending another institution are not required to complete the course but may opt to participate in the course to take advantage of the learning opportunities presented.
Undergraduate minors
Minors are designed to broaden students' education and enhance their employment opportunities. Students enrolled in any bachelor's degree program may elect to declare a minor outside their major field of study. Each minor program at SCAD includes required introductory-level courses followed by a sequence of advanced courses and/or carefully selected electives, and students may choose to complete more than one minor or apply the hours earned for a minor toward the completion of a second major.
In order to receive designation of a minor on his or her transcript, a student must satisfy the following requirements: declare the minor in writing with a staff adviser, successfully complete a minimum of 40 quarter credit hours (eight courses) as specified in the minor program of study, and maintain an overall 2.0 grade point average in the minor. Some courses have prerequisites that may require additional credits to complete the minor. Students should consult minor descriptions and course descriptions to ascertain requirements and prerequisites. Required courses in the foundation studies curriculum or in the general education curriculum may count toward a minor.


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Since 99% of the active topics are for backhanders, I decided to go ahead and open up this one.
My disc golf journey has been full of changes. When I first started, I threw LHBH. I'm right handed, but for some reason throwing lefty felt more natural. Thought about this a lot, and the best answer I could come up with is throwing lefty is kind of the same motion as swinging a baseball bat. While it felt comfortable, it certainly didn't feel powerful. If I remember correctly, my drives were maxing out right around 250 feet.
Despite not having a clue what I was doing technique-wise, I quickly became addicted to the game and started playing at least 3 times a week. After a few months, I started routinely getting pain in my left shoulder, and eventually made the switch to RHBH. Basically had to re-learn the game, but it was totally worth it. My distance increased, and after months of play I hadn't developed any nagging injuries.
Nearly two years into my disc golf "career," I witnessed my first forehand drive. It was a completely foreign concept to me. I grew up playing baseball, a pitcher. I had the meanest fastball a 14 year old has ever had. Naturally, forehand shots looked very appealing to me. I still remember my very first forehand drive - hole 3 at Turtlecreek Park in Lebanon, OH with a 175g Pro Starfire. I barely put any power into it and was amazed at how far it glided. Flicked it a good 20ft passed the 300ft target. I've stuck with forehand for distance ever since.
I consider myself somewhat of an expert at crushing forehands. In fact, after modifying my technique this past weekend, I seem to have developed a personally unprecendented level of power and consistency. Below are a few tips for the aspiring forehander. These are by no means meant to be considered concrete rules, but rather some personal guidelines I've established when it comes to power and consistency. Feel free to dispute any of these, I'm definitely interested in a discussion.
1) Stick with 175g discs. Throwing forehand produces much more torque than a backhand throw, thus it can be very easy for your disc to turn over into an unintentional roller, especially consider lighter weight discs tend to behave more understable than their 175g counterparts.
2) Stick with overstable discs for the above reasons.
Now, don't get me wrong. You can still sucessfully forehand 167g understable drivers, but it requires a different amount of force and a different angle of release. You have to really get low and release a sharp hyzer, and hopefully it will turn over just enough to glide relatively flat. Looks pretty, but for me, was entirely too inconsistent.
3) Keep your backswing very compact. This is one of the subtle tweaks I've recently implemented into my game that has done wonders. Your backswing and point of release should be very close to one another. To me, throwing forehand is a lot like throwing a punch. You've got it cocked and loaded right by your shoulder, and then you just...well...punch it through! Previously, I had a pretty wild backswing. I'd start my run up with my disc hanging by my waist, come waaaay far behind, arm fully extended, and then try to whip it straight across. I'm embarassed to admit how long it took me to realize my pointless backswing was the direct source of my inconsistency. Now, I start with my disc positioned at the desired point of release, and bring my disc back maybe eight inches on the backswing. No power lost, loads of accuracy gained.
Time to clock out...will update later!


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MK0524 Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis Study (0524-005)(COMPLETED)
This study has been completed.
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp.
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Last verified: December 2015
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SOUTHEND United are keen to bring in a new winger before the transfer window closes for permanent signings tonight.
Blues had been hopeful of bringing in a young wide-man from a Premier League club but that move fell through.
And interest in an experienced flankster with a League One side ended when he picked up an injury.
However, Southend boss Paul Sturrock has not given up hope of bringing someone in.
"You're never too sure what transfer deadline is going to bring but we're talking to several targets and have fingers in many pies," said Sturrock.
"We'd like to bring in a winger and we've been looking to do that.
"But even if that doesn't happen today we can always bring one in on loan once the window for loan signings opens again quite soon."
Blues remain short of options out wide after David Martin's contract with the club was terminated last week.
As expected he has now joined National Conference club Luton Town and out of favour striker Elliot Benyon could join him on the way out Roots Hall.
The 25-year-old has not started for Blues since September and did seem set to return to Torquay United where he enjoyed a successful spell towards the start of his career.
However, that move is now also in doubt and Benyon could be forced to look elsewhere to kick start his career.
As well as that, Blues are also trying to sort out Bilel Mohsni's future.
The controversial Frenchman, who has not returned to Roots Hall since the end of last season, has been training with League One side Stevenage this week.
The defender has not played since a loan spell at Ipswich Town ended at the beginning of January and Southend are now hoping to sort the ongoing saga surrounding his future.


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SHEPHERDSVILLE - It's still not too late to start the new year on a healthier note.
The Bullitt County Chamber of Commerce is providing a free opportunity courtesy of its first annual Healthy Lifestyles Fair.
Freida Howe, Chamber executive director, said the fair was designed to raise community awareness through living healthier lifestyles.
"We though it would be a nice way to kick off the new year, with a new health fair," Howe said.
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Ladies of Letterpress is an international trade organization for letterpress printers and print enthusiasts. Our mission is to promote the art and craft of letterpress printing and to encourage the voice and vision of women printers. We strive to maintain the cultural legacy of fine press printing while advancing it as a living, contemporary art form as well as a viable commercial printing method. Membership is open to both men and women.
This is a community where you can read about our adventures in commercial, fine press, art and zine printing, ask for advice and learn from other printers, share resources, and get inspiration for your own business and work -- all for the love of letterpress.
Our objectives:
The founders of LoLP are Jessica C. White and Kseniya Thomas. Jessica is the owner of Heroes & Criminals Press in Asheville, NC, where she also teaches printing and binding workshops and is adjunct professor of book arts at Warren Wilson College. Kseniya is the owner of Thomas-Printers, a commercial letterpress and design shop in Carlisle, PA.
Ladies of Letterpress was founded in late 2007 and the site was opened to the public in January of 2009.
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Implementation Committee on Homelessness Appointed
Fairfax County Office of Public Affairs
12000 Government Center Parkway, Suite 551
Fairfax, VA 22035-0065
Contact: Merni Fitzgerald, Director of Public Affairs
703-324-3187, TTY 711, Fax 703-324-2010
Media Pager: 703-324-NEWS (6397)
April 9, 2007
Board of Supervisors Appoints Implementation Committee to End Homelessness
Today, the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors appointed a committee to make recommendations for implementing a 10-year strategic plan to end homelessness.
While the board approved the strategy earlier this year, the new Implementation Committee will suggest specific action steps, identify roles and responsibilities and develop a monitoring and evaluation process. The committee will begin its work in May, and is scheduled to present an action plan to the board for approval in July.
"It takes a community to prevent and end homelessness, and this committee represents our community," said Board of Supervisors Chairman Gerald E. Connolly. "We're now one step closer to ending homelessness within a decade. I look forward to their recommendations on specific steps the county can take."
The appointments to the new 95-member committee can be found online at www.fairfaxcounty.gov/homeless. The group includes representatives from nonprofits, businesses, health care providers, faith communities and government agencies — the broad range of community partners that can prevent and end homelessness.
In February, the board endorsed the strategic plan, "Blueprint for Success: Strategic Directions for the Plan to Prevent and End Homelessness in the Fairfax-Falls Church Community." This plan was created by the Community Council on Homelessness and the Planning Committee to End Homelessness, in partnership with the cities of Fairfax and Falls Church, government agencies, nonprofits, faith communities and businesses.
The plan identifies four strategies:
- Prevent homelessness due to economic crisis and/or disability.
- Preserve and increase the supply of affordable housing to prevent or remedy homelessness.
- Deliver appropriate support services to obtain and maintain stable housing.
- Create a management system for plan implementation that ensures adequate financial resources and accountability.
For more information about preventing and ending homelessness, including the full strategic plan and other resources, visit www.fairfaxcounty.gov/homeless.
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It's a New Day for Weight Watchers
October 21, 2011
Executive Summary
In this video clip, Cheryl Callan, SVP of Marketing, Weight Watchers International, discusses how the brand is laser-focused on keeping their members engaged through meetings and online tools. And what they have found is that as people experience success with the program, they become advocates. Weight Watchers is providing the platform for those advocates to support each other and share their successes. Nick Brien, Chairman & CEO, of McCann Worldgroup agrees that to create a platform for a truly engaging connection, it has to be authentic, meaningful, and, ultimately, created by the community.
View video below.
"It's a New Day for Weight Watchers." Cheryl Callan, Senior Vice President, Marketing, Weight Watchers International, Inc.; Nick Brien, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, McCann Worldgroup. ANA Masters of Marketing Annual Conference, 10/21/2011.
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Braddock District Tax Relief Workshop
Fairfax County Office of Public
12000 Government Center Parkway, Suite 551
Fairfax, VA 22035-0065
Nov. 18, 2005
Braddock District to Host Tax Relief Workshop for Seniors
Braddock District seniors are invited to attend a workshop on how to apply for real estate tax relief on Tuesday, Nov. 29, at Braddock Hall, 9002 Burke Lake Road, Burke. Personnel from the county's Department of Tax Administration will be on hand from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to help eligible seniors apply for tax relief. Attendees should bring all financial documentation related to their income and assets as of Dec. 31, 2004 (tax return for 2004; bank statement ending Dec. 31, 2004; current financial portfolio; proof of retirement pension, if applicable), so staff can help determine eligibility and assist in the application process.
On Oct. 17, the Board of Supervisors approved an expansion of the Real Estate Tax Relief Program for the Elderly and Disabled. The change to this ordinance increases the net combined financial asset eligibility requirement from $240,000 to the state maximum of $340,000 for those who meet the age, disability and income requirements. The income limit also has been increased from $52,000 to the fixed state maximum of $72,000.
Fairfax County provides real estate tax relief to residents who are either 65 or older or who have permanent and total disabilities. The change in the ordinance is retroactive to all of tax year 2005. Existing applicants who have already been certified for some level of exemption do not need to reapply. The Department of Tax Administration will automatically review partial exemptions and adjust them as applicable for the second installment due in December.
Any applicable refunds associated with the 2005 first installment tax bill will be processed in December. The Department of Tax Administration also will re-examine any 2005 applications previously denied due to the existing income and asset limits. New applications still will have to be filed for the 2005 tax relief under the new limits, but the Board of Supervisors has extended the deadline to Dec. 31, 2006, for first-time applicants and hardship circumstances.
For more information or to attend the workshop, please call Diane Thompson at 703-425-9300, TTY 711. Seniors looking for more information about real estate tax relief or an application can call the Department of Tax Administration at 703-222-8234, TTY 703-222-7594, between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. weekdays. Tax relief applications also are available online at www.fairfaxcounty.gov/dta/pdf_files/2005taxrelief.pdf, and an affidavit of disability, for those who need one, can be found at www.fairfaxcounty.gov/dta/pdf_files/affidavitofdisability.pdf.


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You can't get champagne from a garden hose.
Ladies not looking good against a big, strong Australia squad.
USA looks like they will prevail after a strong 2nd half.
Maybe I am completely off base here, but the one girl I have not been impressed with from the few games I have seen is Candace Parker. She looks a step slow all around.
I'll admit though, Geno's been playing with her head a bit. Probably because he wants to **** her off into playing well, and it's sort of worked..but she's not up to Parker standards.
I think the USA is lucky Penny Taylor tore her ACL. Her extra 20 points would have probably beat the USA..
And our beautiful ladies of the beautiful game are golden once again. Amazing.
Who'da thunk it when I was covering high school basketball in 2004 that one of the players would be getting a Gold medal as a member of Team USA Soccer.....
"Nobody wants to play against Tyler Hansbrough NO BODY!" ~ Frank Vogel
"And David put his hand in the bag and took out a stone and slung it. And it struck the Philistine on the head and he fell to the ground. Amen. "
Hope Solo was brilliant tonight, mvp of the game.
Both men's and women's field hockey team in the finals. The men's team by beating the host Great Britain: 9-2 .
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Total girl crush on that one..
We're starting to take control of the medal count
yeah I don't think we are gonna be looking back now. solid 10 medal lead overall and 2 gold lead on china. No more diving/badmiton/ping pong left for china either I think.
I love this article on Taurasi. I really wish men's basketball had a character like her. There's no one that's really polarizing but charismatic at the same time for the men..
http://espn.go.com/olympics/summer/2...itude-us-womenThat doesn't mean that Taurasi has any intentions of toning it down. As the final ticks clicked off, Australia's defenders bumped Taurasi numerous times with the intent of stopping the clock and sending her to the line. When the referees failed to call the initial contact, Taurasi harrumphed at them incredulously. When they finally blew the whistle, she flashed them one of her smartest wise-guy grins and kicked the ball back soccer style. Asked if she wanted to kill Taurasi when she did that, Bird rolled her eyes and answered quite simply, "Yes.''
Tuarasi gives me a "my dad was a mobster" vibe. I like her.
watch platform diving tonight
Not one driver has done The Triple Lindy.
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i'm really glad i watched it and wasn't spoiled by the results. most exciting event of the entire olympics for me. being on the west coast and trying not to know the results is pretty much impossible so tonight was fun.
That diving gold I think was the most surprising of the entire Olympics by far. The Chinese diver pissed me off because he gave NO credit to Boudia in his statements afterwards, making it seem like he lost it more than Boudia won it. Maybe that's true, I don't know. The 568 points weren't even close to Boudia's personal best, as he broke 600 at the B1G championships. Even if it is true, some athletes have what it takes to perform under the pressure of the biggest stage in their sport and some don't.
That was the most enjoyable Summer Olympics I've ever watched.
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what the hell is wrong with British peoples' hair?
I can understand if NBC doesn't want to show events live while most in America are at work, but ya know what? The world has changed. As soon as information is available, it's everywhere in the world in the blink of an eye. Media companies (NBC, Gannett) are trying to hang on to their old world revenue streams in the new world. The world changes every day, there's nothing you can do to stop it. If you don't change with it, you will eventually be left behind, forgotten, and die. Unfortunate, but true.
OK, but NBC's ratings were the highest they have been since the Atlanta game of 1996. So that tells me the way they televised them was correct. Of course you could make the argument that if they covered them correctly the ratings would have been even higher. we'll never know for sure. But things aren't going to change.
another thing, more females watch the coverage than males - only spoting even that is the case. So the coverage is vastly different
The delay didn't bother me. I still thoroughly enjoyed the games.
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I really liked these games, but to me they come in second place after the Sydney games. Still these were really good games aswell.
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Definitely enjoyed the Sydney games more. I honestly can't remember much hubub about live/taped events way way back in that woebegone era of 2008, and that's kind of part of the problem. I'm online A LOT, and it's not even that spoilers necessarily upset me, you don't want em stay off the internet. You hear "2008" and immediately feel like it was yesterday because really it kind of was, but think about it. People weren't legitimately expected to own smartphones and did Twitter even exist in 08? This is a problem whoever broadcasts the Olympics is really going to have to figure out. I don't follow the World Cup at all but I'm interested in how they do with it.
Just, I don't know, there weren't really great stories this time. Not to demean all these insanely hard working athletes, clearly their accomplishments are worth my viewership, but there was nothing new. No superstars were made, as much as we want to hype up womens gymnastics. I'm sure Phelps and Bolt were extremely well known in the swimming and track circles before 08 but not to me, I'd honestly never heard of them. Then we saw them become superstars in a couple weeks. Just felt, I don't know, more organic.
All that coupled with the Redeem Team angle after the 04 Athens disaster, it honestly just wasn't as compelling this time. It was a great Games, but just that, a Games. In 2014 we're not going to hear a thing about any of non-NBA players from this games unless something terrible happens.
Speaking of, go look at the Sydney roster. Iverson AND Marbury. WTF.
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JCO Research Round Up
March 28, 2011
A new study on the use of PSA (prostate-specific antigen) testing to screen for prostate cancer found that elderly men are being screened much more frequently than men in their early fifties, even though younger men are more likely to benefit from early diagnosis and treatment. Researchers showed that men in their seventies underwent PSA screening for prostate cancer at nearly twice the rate of men in their early fifties. Men 85 and older were screened just as often.
Because prostate cancer tends to be slow-growing, data show that many men - particularly those in their seventies and older - will die of other causes before prostate cancer becomes a problem that requires medical attention. The findings underscore an ongoing concern that overuse of PSA screening and treatment decisions based on PSA results may lead to unnecessary treatment of many older men for whom there is little benefit from treating the cancer.
While large declines in prostate cancer metastases and death rates in the last 20 years coincide with widespread use of PSA-based screening, questions remain about its use, including what age to begin routine screening, who should be screened and when screening should stop.
Major organizations such as the American Cancer Society now encourage men who expect to live at least 10 years to talk with their doctor about the risks and benefits of screening, starting at age 50 for men with an average risk or at age 45 for men with a higher risk.
To gauge PSA screening in the general population, researchers examined results from federal government-sponsored health surveys of randomly selected households, including more than 2,600 men ages 70 and older and nearly 12,000 controls between the ages of 40 and 69. The researchers found that 24 percent of men ages 50 to 54 were screened, with the rate increasing with age to 45 percent of men ages 70 to 74. Rates then declined with age, with slightly less than 25 percent of men 85 or older being screened.
The authors note that such screening rates may reflect the frequency of doctor's visits, since older men tend to have more health problems that require seeing a doctor, and this may in turn result in more frequent PSA testing than younger men who usually go to the doctor less often. They suggest that physicians be more selective in recommending PSA testing, taking into account patient age and health.
What This Means for Patients
This study shows that many elderly men are undergoing unnecessary prostate cancer screenings, which could lead to the diagnosis and treatment of tumors that would never be life-threatening. Conversely, only a relatively low percentage of men in their fifties, who are more likely to benefit from early prostate cancer diagnosis and related treatment, are actually screened. Men are encouraged to talk with their doctor about their individual risk for prostate cancer, and about the risks and benefits of prostate cancer screening.
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Bell relieved Infante's injuries not worse
KANSAS CITY -- Rays reliever Heath Bell was happy about the news regarding Royals second baseman Omar Infante, whom the Rays reliever hit with a pitch in Monday night's 4-2 loss to the Royals.
Infante did not sustain a concussion or a broken jaw after getting hit in the chin.
Infante experienced a laceration on the lower left side of his face that required six stitches. He also had a sprain of his right jaw because of the impact of the pitch.
The results came after Infante was treated and examined at the University of Kansas Medical Center.
Concern was deep soon after Infante was struck because the wound produced a large amount of blood. Infante went down after the impact, but he was able to regain his feet and walk off the field under his own power.
Bell, who is a longtime friend of Infante's, said he learned Monday night that Infante's injuries were not as bad as first believed.
"Hopefully I'll get a chance to see him today or tomorrow," Bell said. "I think he knows that wasn't intentional. It's just something that happened. We just go in there to battle, and we never want anybody hurt."
Bill Chastain is a reporter for MLB.com. This story was not subject to the approval of Major League Baseball or its clubs.


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Jessie Oleson (aka Cakespy) drops by every week to share a delicious dessert recipe. —The Mgmt.
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Cadbury Creme Egg Salad Sandwiches. Yes, you heard that correctly.
The bag lunch staple gets a sweet upgrade for Easter with this sweet trompe l'oeil sandwich. Pound cake slices sandwich a "salad" comprised of yellow-tinted frosting studded with almonds and sliced Cadbury Creme Eggs. Green coconut bits resemble lettuce and provide the final garnish. It's a fun dish to serve at a party, and a perfect complement to your Cadbury Creme Deviled Eggs and Cadbury Creme Eggs Benedict.
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Spicy Cannellini Bean Salad with Tuna, Peperoncini, and Parsley
Then when I realized I'd made it for the third time, I decided the the addition of peperoncini added such a kick to this salad that maybe some other peperoncini-lovers out there would like to try it. If you're a South Beach dieter who's looking for things you can make ahead and take to work for your lunch, this salad would be a perfect option for that too.
Gently combine the marinated beans, drained tuna, chopped parsley and chopped peperoncini.
Spicy Cannellini Bean Salad with Tuna, Peperoncini, and Parsley
(Makes 2-4 servings, depending on what else you eat with it, recipe created by Kalyn as a variation of White Bean Salad with Tuna and Parsley, a summer lunch favorite for years.)
2 T fresh-squeezed lemon juice
1 T peperoncini juice (brine from the jar of peperoncini)
5 T extra-virgin olive oil
salt and fresh ground black pepper to taste
1 can (15.5 oz.) Cannellini beans (or use any type of white beans)
1 can (5 oz.) tuna packed in olive oil, drained (I love Tonno Genova Tuna in Olive Oil.)
4 large peperoncini peppers, drained, seeded, and chopped (about 2 T chopped peperoncini)
1/2 cup chopped parsley (or more)
Whisk together the lemon juice, peperoncini juice, and olive oil, then add salt and fresh ground black pepper to taste. (I used a generous amount of pepper, but not much salt.) Combine the drained beans with 2 T of dressing and let marinate while you prep the other ingredients.
Drain olive oil from the tuna and discard. Wash parsley, spin dry or dry with paper towels, then finely chop. Drain peperoncini, remove seeds, and finely chop.
Mix the drained tuna, chopped parsley, and chopped peperoncini into the marinating beans and gently combine. Add additional dressing until the salad seems wet enough to you (I used about 3/4 of the dressing.) Season to taste with additional salt and fresh ground black pepper if desired, and serve.
This can be served room temperature or chilled. This salad will stay good in the refrigerator for a day or two, and would be great to take to work for a lunch salad.
I can think of a lot of other things you could add to this salad including diced red onion, chopped kalamata olives, chopped red bell pepper, or chopped cucumber. If anyone tries some of those variations, I'd love to hear how you liked them.
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This is a perfect lunch salad or side dish salad for any phase of the South Beach Diet, or any type of low-glycemic eating plan. The salad isn't low in fat, but olive oil is a "good fat" for the South Beach Diet.
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Doctor Who and the Daleks is the classic novelisation of the Doctor's first TV encounter with the Daleks. Written by the programme's original story editor, David Whitaker, it is narrated by the character of Ian Chesterton, one of the first ever TARDIS companions.
Now, in an exclusive recording, the actor who played Ian on television, William Russell, reads the complete and unabridged novelisation.
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"Terrifying journey to Danger!"
Having this title on VHS and DVD formats, was was interested in its audio book rendition. What a fantastic narrative piece, ably realised by one time companion William Russel who played Ian Chesterson oppersite William Hartnell's 1st Dr Who. It is interesting to note the story is not exact to the tv version which for me is all the better as the characterisations are wholly fleshed out and William Russells 1st Dr vocals is a gem to be behold, not so the Dalek voices, but i quibble.
Thoroughly enjoble i recommend all Dr Who titles read by William Russel for an airing. Superb 10/10
My first Doctor Who audio book and what a treat! Especially the first half of the story is very entertaining and is able to perform a smooth transition from Victorian England to a far away foreign planet, inhabited by ... DALEKS! I believe this is the Doctors first encounter with his archenemies. A must read for any Doctor Who fan.
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Chamber Chase 10k Series: Registration for ALL THREE Runs
Downtown Bay Minette Alabama, Rex Park
Sat 05/11/2013
100 Participants
We will be making a donation from money raised from the Chamber Chase 10k Series to The One Fund Boston to honor the bravery of all runners, emergency services and good Samaritans at the 2013 Boston Marathon. The purpose of The One Fund Boston is to raise much needed funds to help families most affected by the tragic events that took place during the Boston Marathon on April 15th. A prize draw will be held after each run and there will also be a market, fantastic music and fabulous food. Check-in will take place in Rex Park on Hoyle Avenue and will begin at 7am. All races start at 8am. The dates of the three runs are: Saturday, May 11th Saturday, June 8th Saturday, July 13th
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Dale Earnhardt Jr., one of NASCAR's best restrictor-plate drivers, would like to see the style of racing at Talladega Superspeedway and Daytona International Speedway change once again.
And if that's not possible, he has at least one request:
"If this is how we are going to race and that is how we are going to continue to race and nothing is going to change, I think NASCAR should build the cars," Earnhardt said following Sunday's crash-marred race at Talladega. "It would save us a lot of money."
PHOTO GALLERY: Incredible images from dramatic wreck at Talladega
Earnhardt, NASCAR's most popular driver, was one of 24 drivers caught up in the wild crash on the final lap, ruining his chances to win the race and gain ground in the Chase for the Sprint Cup.
Earnhardt, who finished 20th Sunday, prefers the style of drafting where a driver has the ability to make moves on the track. He might need a push from another driver while in the pack, but as long as drivers can make decisions on their own about where to go and how to race, he's OK with it.
But in the final laps at Talladega, drivers were bunched up so close together in the four- and five-wide draft that no one could make a move. Tony Stewart's attempt to block Michael Waltrip led to the big crash in the final turn.
The style of racing at Daytona and Talladega could change next year depending on the new 2013 car as well as potential aerodynamic changes. Earnhardt said that should be a priority after a 24-car wreck and a style of racing he called "blood thirsty."
"The way we are going ain't the right direction," Earnhardt said. "There are plenty of engineers out there, I'm just a driver. There are plenty of smart people out there that can figure something out where when one guy gets in trouble we don't have 30 cars tore up at the expense of it.
"I mean it's awesome in a word and everybody can get on the chip about it and get excited about all that which just happened, but for the longevity of the sport, that ain't healthy."
The Talladega race was the last of four restrictor-plate races this season. The next one will be the season-opening Daytona 500 in February 2013.
After Sunday's debacle, Earnhardt and others are not looking forward to it.
"I don't even want to go to Daytona or Talladega next year, but I ain't got much choice," Earnhardt said.
While Earnhardt has been known to get frustrated after restrictor-plate races where he can't make a move, he wasn't alone in his feelings Sunday.
"I do remember times when the draft and the thought that you had to put into it, the strategy working the draft and the cars in the lines, was fun," said four-time champion Jeff Gordon, who finished second Sunday. "You had some room in between the cars, and you had to use the air instead of the bumper.
"To me, you could still come from the middle of the pack to first on the closing laps, but just how you did it was different. … That (Sunday) literally is bumper cars at almost 200 miles per hour, and I don't know anybody that likes that."
The 2013 cars won't have front and rear bumpers that align as well as the 2012 cars, which could keep cars more separated in the draft.
"We can't get away from each other with the bumpers lining up and everybody pushing all the time and spinning each other out," Earnhardt said. "I mean that's no good. It's not working. … I can't believe that nobody is sensible enough to realize just how ridiculous that was.
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Video: Hall of Fame Museum 2/4 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway
The Indianapolis Motor Speedway Hall of Fame Museum is recognized as one of the most highly visible museums in the world devoted to automobiles and auto racing. In 1987, the museum and Speedway grounds were honored with the designation of National Historic Landmark.
The late Tony Hulman and Karl Kizer, the museum's first director, established the original Hall of Fame Museum in 1956. The building was located at the southwest corner of the Speedway's property where the Speedway's Administration Building now stands. It was large enough only to display a few vintage race cars. Before long, it was obvious something more substantial was needed.
During 1975, Hulman built a larger, more modern museum within the Speedway oval, its opening coinciding with the United States Bicentennial celebration in 1976.
Constructed of pre-cast cement and Wyoming quartz, the facility encompasses 96,000 square feet of museum and administrative office space. Museum display space measures approximately 30,000 square feet. A glass canopy above the main display floor provides year-round natural light. The building also houses two Speedway gift shops, the track's photography department and other offices.
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Giving your bathroom a makeover doesn't have to cost thousands of dollars or weeks of intensive labor. Updating finishes, from the tub surface and tile color to cabinet hardware or the toilet, can retrofit an outdated bathroom to modern tastes for hundreds instead of thousands of dollars.
"Remodeling your bathroom can be overwhelming, but it can also be one of the best returns on investment," said Angie Hicks, founder of Angie's List. "You can get up to 85 return on the investment, but you don't have to spend thousands of dollars. You can do some simple upgrades like changing that pink tile or blue tile to a more neutral color or update the handles on your cabinets to make the bathroom more modern."
Angie's List tips: 4 Simple bathroom updates
- Give grout a new look: Homeowners don't have to rip out their bathroom shower tile or tile floors to make it look new again. If your tile is in good shape you can hire a company to re-grout, clean, seal, or stain grout to make it look like it did the day it was installed. Costs are determined by the amount of work, but generally range from $100 to $400. If your tiles are in good shape, but you are not fond of the color – you can reglaze them. A trick to test if your tile is good or needs to be repaired/replaced: knock on the tile, it if rattles or if you find cracks, call a professional before water gets behind the tiles, which can cause further damage.
- Bathtub refinishing/reglazing: Over time, the bathtub begins to show signs of wear – stains, scratches or a dull finish. Refinishing an existing bathtub can achieve the look of a brand-new tub and consumes much less time and money than replacing one. Bathtub refinishing is an option that can return a bathtub or shower enclosure to like-new appearance for about $500. However, homeowners need to maintain the tub with proper cleaners. Steer clear of beach or abrasive cleaners, and avoid dripping faucets and leaving down wet rubber bath mats – which could wear down the finish over time. This project also requires proper ventilation – ask which methods the company uses as well as what type of materials/chemicals/coatings they will use before you sign a contract and begin work.
- Faucets & other bathroom fixtures: Updating your sink's hardware or other bathroom fixtures such as the tub handles, control knobs or shower head are a great way to give your bathroom a newer look without spending a lot of money on a total remodel. There are a number of finishes available for sink faucet fixtures and other bathroom fixtures, including chrome, brushed nickel, oil-rubbed bronze, and steel. Styles and finish should be chosen carefully because of the strong impact faucets make to overall decor.
- Update your toilet: Toilets with colors like avocado green and coral pink were once in vogue, but today may make your home's bathroom appear hopelessly outdated. Or perhaps you have leaky bowl. It may be more cost-effect to replace that toilet than find and repair leaks – which not only cause damage, but consume water and increase your utility bill. Many models cost less than $200, but you have to factor in cost for removal and installation. Replacing a toilet is best left to a qualified plumbing professional because porcelain can be extremely heavy and you want to be sure the unit is properly plumbed to the existing drain system to prevent leaks.
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Photo Flash: Conrad Miami's THREE FACES OF MIAMI 3rd Annual Art Unveiling
Hundreds of guests attended the lavish cocktail reception at Lvl 25, the hotel's premiere bar and lounge, where they enjoyed stunning views of Biscayne Bay and the Miami skyline while viewing a myriad of award-winning and original artwork.
"We were honored to host these three Miami cultural icons," said Stephane Mercier, general manager of Conrad Miami. "I am also delighted that hotel guests and patrons of Lvl 25 will have the opportunity to see these magnificent artwork pieces for themselves."
Ms. Elias is an internationally renowned painter, printmaker, sculptor and photographer. Her pieces reflect the aesthetics of life and art history. She has a published medium Somewhere - Anywhere, which features the history of her work as interpreted by noted Los Angeles critic, curator, and historian Peter Frank.
Mr. Swedroe is an acclaimed architect and collage artist in Miami. He received his Masters of Architecture degree from Yale University in 1960 and is credited to over 500 intricate collages. His work won the Art by Architects American Institute of Architects awards in 2006 and 2007. His second book The Collages of Robert M. Swedroe 2006-2011 features 127 full pages of his compositions.
Mr. Rivamonte's artwork and sculptures are globally inspired. He assembles rare and unusual objects collected from his travels to produce pieces enjoyed by audiences both young and old. Mr. Rivamonte's work has been published in Spectrum: The Best in Contemporary Fantastic Art for the last five years.
The artwork of Ms. Elias, Mr. Swedroe and Mr. Rivamonte will be on display through May at the Conrad Miami Hotel, located on 1395 Brickell Ave., Miami, FL on Level 25.
More than luxury or location, beyond bold design and stunning architecture, Conrad Miami is about unique guest experiences that redefine hospitality for business and leisure travelers alike in the heart of Miami's business and financial district. Its 203 rooms and 103 residence suites are known for providing the most astute traveler with superior comfort and high-tech facilities. Conrad Miami's philosophy of service and meticulous attention to detail permeate the property, from the extraordinary cuisine of Atrio and personalized therapies of The Spa, to the modern conference facilities and rooftop pool area. An ongoing, unobtrusive program of capital upgrades and refurbishment reflects Conrad Miami's commitment to perfecting the guest experience. For more information, visit www.conradhotels.com.Photo Credit: Raul Rodriquez
Sculpture - Carter
Art - White Jewel IV
Sheila Elia, Art -Gladiator Women I
Mike Rivamonte, Sculpture â€" Harrison
Philippe Thevenet, Sheila Elias, Mike Rivamonte, Marcy Lefton, Stephane Mercier
Art Gladiator Women I, Carter, White Jewel IV
Jose Perez, Luis Castro
JoAn Cummins, Robert Swedroe, Carmen McCaw, Art â€" White Jewel IV
Lily Gasset, guest, Elsie Peralta, Clara Anderson
Lisette Gongora, Jessica Valera
Allison j. McCreary, Terry Jacobs, Lorna Owens
Todd Oretsky, Alexander Britell
Ricardo J. Gonzalez III, Joyce Lowry
Lisa Grigorian, Ljupka todorovic, Jack Inigo
Caron Cole , Brian Smith, Fazia Ali
Ron Greenspan, Donna Potolsky
Esta Friedman, Rita Carmen Swedro, Ruth Beneoliel
Jeffrey Wolszon, Ken Shaw
Lisa Cole, Ron Greenspan, C.L Conroy, Patrick Borden
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When it comes to spring events, it's our local garden clubs that deserve a prize for Best in Show — and Busiest Members.
The Marina Tree & Garden Club has not just one, but three public events planned for the next few weeks. And the Carmel Valley Garden Association is energetically coordinating its big annual fundraiser for the first weekend in May.
Be sure to mark your calendars for the bounty of garden events coming up in the next few months.
· Saturday, the Monterey Bay Dahlia Society is holding its spring sale from 9 a.m. to noon. The society will sell dahlia tubers near the Red Apple Café at Deer Park Shopping Center in Aptos. There will also be a second-chance sale on April 13 at the Cabrillo College Farmers Market. See www.mbdahlias.org.
· From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, the Marina Tree & Garden Club hosts its annual Cutting Day, when local gardeners are invited to bring bulbs, divisions, seeds and cuttings to exchange with others. The free event will take place at the Marina Farmers Market, 215 Reservation Road.
Next, the group hosts its spring potluck and meeting, also free and open to nonmembers, from 6 to 8 p.m. April 25 at the Marina Library. Bring a dish to share; presentations on beekeeping and garden pest control are planned.
Last but not least, the club will hold its biennial Marina Garden Tour from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 5. The day includes seven inspiring gardens as well as rainwater catchment demonstrations and tours of the Marina Coast Water District's demonstration garden. Tickets are $15, or $12 for club members; to purchase in advance, call 682-8016. See www.marinatreeandgarden.org.
· Sustainable and water-wise gardening is the focus of the 2013 Smart Gardening Fair, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. April 13, hosted by Monterey Bay Master Gardeners. Among the attractions at the free event are plants for sale, speakers and demonstrations, and experts sharing their knowledge.
Among the speakers' topics are soil nutrition, cooking with wild edible plants, native bees in the garden and growing protea. Demonstrations on plant propagation, beekeeping and pruning are also planned, as are children's activities. See www.smartgardening.org.
· It wouldn't be spring without the Pacific Grove Wildflower Show, set for April 19-21 at the Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. The 52nd annual event presented by the museum and the Monterey Bay chapter of the California Native Plant Society will display more than 600 native species and varieties. A $5 donation is suggested from the public; it's free to museum and CNPS members. See www.pgmuseum.org.
· A brand-new event, "Art in Bloom," will blossom at the Monterey Museum of Art's La Mirada facility April 25-28. The event includes a gala opening, afternoon teas, lectures and beautiful floral displays by local designers in conjunction with the "Art in Bloom" exhibition, which showcases the museum's collection of new acquisitions from year 2000 to the present. Advance registration is required for the afternoon teas April 26-27; seatings are at 2 p.m. daily, and the cost is $35 per person or $20 for children under 12. Register at www.eventbrite.com/event/6015158501 or by calling 372-5477, ext. 105.
All events take place at La Mirada, 720 Via Mirada in Monterey. For more information and the complete schedule of events, see www.montereyart.org or call 372-3689.
· The spring show and sale of the Monterey Bay Area Cactus & Succulent Society takes place April 27-28 at Jardines Restaurant, 115 Third St., San Juan Bautista. Information: Naomi Bloss, 722-1446.
· The annual Carmel Valley Garden Show will once more feature art, flower arrangements and family-friendly activities, May 3-5 at the Hidden Valley Institute for the Arts. Exhibits of cut flowers and orchids highlight the two days, as well as garden vendors, a plant sale, art exhibits and a children's discovery garden. Check for more details at www.cvgardenclub.org.
· On the day before Mother's Day, the Aromas Country Garden Tour returns once more for a look at some beautiful home gardens in North County. The event, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 11, is a self-guided tour, starting at the Aromas Grange, Rose and Bardue avenues, where tickets and maps will be available. Local artists will show and sell their work at many of the gardens. For information, see www.aromashillsartisans.com.
· The Monterey Bay Rose Society will host its annual Rose Show at Alladin Nursery, 2905 Freedom Blvd. in Watsonville, from 12:30 to 5 p.m. May 11. The show is open to members and nonmembers, with judging taking place that morning. See www.montereybayrosesociety.org.
· The living sculptures of bonsai will be highlighted at the annual exhibition of the Monterey Bonsai Club, set for June 9 at Monterey Buddhist Temple, 1150 Noche Buena St., Seaside. The event, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., is free and will include a demonstration by Katsumi Kinoshita at 1:30 p.m. Bonsai and bonsai pots will be for sale. See www.gsbf-bonsai.org/montereybonsai/expo.htm.
· Want to learn more in a hands-on workshop from Monterey Bay Master Gardeners? Take their Home Gardeners Boot Camp on June 15 at Cabrillo College's Horticulture Center. Advance registration is required for the one-day workshop; cost is $40. For more details and to register, see mbmg.org.


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I once also owned every single Front 242 record. I wish they still made song structured songs with Jean Luc DeMeyer on lead vocals. Even still, I am glad for the amazing albums they gave us such as Official Version and Front by Front. I saw them perform at the Palidium in the late 80s. It was awesome.
"Belgian industrial group Front 242 were at the crest of the Electronic Body Music wave, carrying the baton from groups like Throbbing Gristle and Caberet Voltaire, combining their post-punk aesthetic with strong backbeats, slices, samples, and ominous vocals. Their raw sound is married with strong militaristic imagery, chopped-up scenes from television, and even evangelical leanings." – redbullmusicacademy.com
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Walmart and SunEdison completed three new solar power installations at Walmart stores in Hawaii that are expected to generate huge amounts of electricity.
The three stores in Kahului, Kailua-Kona and Kapolei, double the total number of stores in Hawaii powered by renewable solar energy and join existing installations that are already operational atop the Honolulu Sam's Club and Mililani Walmart on Oahu, and the Lihue Walmart on Kauai.
During the first full year of production, the 311 kilowatt solar power rooftop system on each store will produce more than 400,000 kilowatt hours (kWh) of solar electricity. Each rooftop system will eliminate 320 metric tons of CO2e annually. That means the three systems combined, over a 10-year period will eliminate 9600 metric tons. One year of operation for each rooftop system is equivalent to removing 67 cars off the road for one year. That means the three systems combined will remove the equivalent of 2,010 cars over a 10-year period.
"We are committed to making decisions that are not only good for business and the environment, but also allow us to pass on savings to our customers," said Rey Armijo, Hawaii market manager for Walmart. "We're excited about the expansion of our solar program in the islands and this important step towards our goal of being supplied 100% renewable energy."
"Fantastic! I congratulate Walmart for making this wise decision to reduce their electricity bills and do good for the environment through solar PV," said Senate Energy & Environment Committee Chair and State Senator Mike Gabbard.


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I can take the shapes of many things.
In the forms of birds or ships I'm most commonly clad.
Many people watch me.
I can be either good or bad.
From water, I am bright and happy.
From miasma, I am dark and sad.
One can walk through me when the day is gloomy,
or I can block one's view on a sunny day.
During winter I bring good cheer,
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I have been given as a name to humans,
I have been called a bad omen on a traveler's way.
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People see cloud shapes in the sky.
Water vapor forms white clouds.
Miasma (pollution) forms smog.
Fog is actually clouds near the ground.
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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. � The water wars are raging again in America's heartland, where drought-stricken states are pleading for the increasingly scarce water of the Missouri River � to drink from their faucets, irrigate their crops and float the barges that carry billions of dollars of agricultural products to market.
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. � The water wars are raging again in America�s heartland, where drought-stricken states are pleading for the increasingly scarce water of the Missouri River � to drink from their faucets, irrigate their crops and float the barges that carry billions of dollars of agricultural products to market.
From Montana to West Virginia, officials on both sides have written President Barack Obama urging him to intervene � or not � in a long-running dispute over whether water from the Missouri�s upstream reservoirs should be released into the Mississippi River to ease low water levels that have imperiled commercial traffic.
The quarrel pits boaters, fishermen and tourism interests against communities downstream and companies that rely on the Mississippi to do business.
�We are back to the age-old old battle of recreation and irrigation verses navigation,� said Sen. Claire McCaskill, a Democrat from Missouri.
If the water is held back, downstream states warn that shipping on the Mississippi could come to a near standstill sometime after Christmas along a 180-mile stretch between St. Louis and the southern Illinois town of Cairo. But if the water is released, upstream communities worry that the toll of the drought could be even worse next year for farms and towns that depend on the Missouri.
Obama has not decided whether to enter the dispute, nor has the White House set a timetable to respond. But tensions are rising in this decades-old battle.
From his perch as executive director of the Southeast Missouri Regional Port Authority, Dan Overbey watched this week as workers scrambled to ship out as much grain as possible before the Mississippi gets so low that it is not economically feasible or physically possible to move loaded-down barges.
�I don�t know if we�ll have, �How the Grinch Stole the River� here,� Overbey said. But if there is water to spare, �it would be a good thing to do.�
More than 800 miles to the northwest, Michael Dwyer was also stewing. He�s the executive vice president of the North Dakota Water Users Association.
To Dwyer, the downriver interests are �taking selfishness� to �a level you can�t even comprehend.�
�We suffered the impact of these reservoirs� when they were created decades ago by dams that flooded 500,000 acres of bottomland, Dwyer said. �To have some use of the resource only seems appropriate.�
At the Mississippi River port near Cape Girardeau, Mo., about a million tons of cargo are loaded or unloaded annually, providing about 200 jobs, Overbey said.
The water is also vital in parts of the Dakotas, where the dammed-up Missouri River has spawned a tourism industry centered on boating and fishing.
Todd Martell serves as a guide for walleye fishing in the summer and also runs an upholstery business in Pierre, S.D., that makes custom boat covers and interior furnishings. Lower water levels don�t necessarily hurt the fishing but can leave certain boat ramps high and dry, he said.
Over the past three decades, more than a dozen lawsuits have been filed challenging the management of the river, many of which set Missouri and other downstream states against the Dakotas and other upstream states.
The battles started in 1982, when Missouri, Iowa and Nebraska challenged a government contract allowing water to be drawn from the Missouri River in South Dakota to flush coal through a pipeline to power plants in the southeast. The U.S. Supreme Court blocked the project, but other lawsuits followed, including an effort by upstream states to reduce the water released from dams in an attempt to boost sport fishing in the reservoirs.
Missouri, meanwhile, sued the Army Corps of Engineers when it held back water because of droughts and shortened the navigation season. Environmental groups also joined the court battles, advocating for spring surges and summer declines in downstream river levels to help threatened species of birds and fish.
So far, no lawsuits have been filed in the current competition for water. But battle lines have been drawn.
In May, North Dakota Sen. John Hoeven teamed up with Sen. Roy Blunt of Missouri to tour dams and levees along the Missouri River a year after devastating floods in 2011. The Republicans stressed their desire to work together to improve flood control and river management. Now they are on opposing sides.
�There are times when they need to get rid of water, and we need to appreciate what we have to do about that,� Blunt said. �And there are times when we need water, and they need to appreciate the fact that we need that water, even though they�d rather not get rid of it.�
Said Hoeven: �Obviously, we�re not going to be in agreement all the time.�
Senators from 17 states along the Mississippi and Ohio rivers sent Obama a letter urging him to intervene and release water from Missouri River reservoirs. A day later, 15 officeholders from upstream Missouri River states countered with a letter warning the White House that intervention would be unlawful and would �only exacerbate the drought-related losses already experienced� by towns, Native American tribes and industries that rely on the Missouri River.
The Corps of Engineers, which manages both the Missouri and Mississippi rivers, says its guidelines prohibit it from releasing water from the Missouri River reservoirs for the primary purpose of improving navigation on the Mississippi. That position was backed up by a 1990 report from the federal government�s General Accounting Office, though officials from downstream states believe Obama could trump that by declaring an emergency to avoid an �economic calamity.�
Martell said it�s hard to envision a truce in the water wars.
�The years we�ve really needed the water to stay here, it�s gone,� he said. �And then when we let it go, they complain about that, too. I don�t think there�s any happy medium, to be honest with you.�


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After reading Devil in the White City (Amazon), a book about the 1893 Chicago World Exposition, I became intrigued with the concept and strategic purpose for World's Fairs. A colleague named Jim Futrell, an amusement historian, was instrumental in educating me about the significance of the Chicago Exposition as it related to the amusement business. Jim and I serve on the Hall of Fame committee of the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) and this year Daniel Burnham, essentially the lead designer of the Chicago Exposition, was inducted into the IAAPA Hall of Fame. As you may know, the Ferris Wheel, designed by Mr. Ferris, was invented at the Chicago Exhibition. What was equally intriguing to me is that the Eiffel Tower, designed by Mr. Eiffel for the Paris Exposition of 1889, created a competitive game of one ups man ship and hence led to the invention of the Ferris Wheel, which today, next to the Carousel, is one of the most iconic pieces of an amusement park. So with this in hand, I decided to go see what was to be invented at the largest Worlds Fair ever developed, China Expo 2010. Well, I didn't see any amusement rides, but did find, or perhaps what I re-discovered, was the importance of public spaces. With nearly 70 million people attending the Expo in a period of about 6 months (oh and I attended on the busiest day of the expo with nearly 1,000,000 million of my closest friends), it was a fascinating display of public transportation, entertainment, and social gathering.
So how does this relate to Morey's Piers and the Wildwood Boardwalk? (Yes, after all this was a company paid research trip.) Well, it's a fact that the beach, boardwalk, and pier environment are all very public experiences. There are no gates to enter the beach, the boardwalk, or the piers. Regardless of their private or public ownership, they are free to the whole world to enjoy. ...sort of a refreshing thought in today's society where there is "no free lunch".
More than ever, I am committed to helping the Wildwoods and Morey's Piers follow its own course and achieve its own potential. I believe we should NOT attempt to copy a Disney, a Universal, a Myrtle Beach, a Cape May, Ocean City, Long Beach, Santa Cruz, Black Pool or any other attraction or city that may be great. Their formula for success is not necessarily a recipe for us We are the Wildwoods, we are Morey's Piers, we are Boardwalk………oh, and by golly we are tacky with a capital "T" and proud of it.
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The raw milk debate continues as Montana moves closer to allowing some dairy farmers an exemption from its mandatory pasteurization requirements.
According to the Billings (Mont.) Gazette, the Montana House has backed House Bill 574, which would create a small herd exemption from current mandatory milk pasteurization requirements. In the bill, consumers - not dairy farmers - would be responsible from illnesses resulting from consuming contaminated raw milk products.
Click here to read the bill's full text.
The bill's sponsor, Republican Representative Champ Edmunds, reports that the bill has gained widespread support across the state, and the bill overwhelmingly passed an initial vote in the House. Read more here.
Despite Edmunds' glowing praise of the bill, the state's dairy industry is concerned that it could "undermine" the industry.
"We are concerned about the Pandora's Box that would be opened if a consumer has a bad experience from consuming raw milk," Mark Meyer, of the Montana Milk Producers Association, said. "It would negatively impact the milk industry as a whole here in Montana."
Read, "Dairy farmer: Montana raw milk bill would 'undermine' industry."
Raw milk is a hot topic for many dairy states and continues to weigh on state legislatures as they weigh public safety with consumer freedoms. In Indiana, as the state's General Assembly mulled legalizing milk sales in stores, lawmakers turned to the Indiana Board of Animal Health to study the safety of raw milk. The report concluded that the sale of raw milk to consumer carried too much risk to be supported, and lawmakers have since backed off in legalizing raw milk sales. Read more here.
Even raw milk advocates can't deny that raw milk has its risks. Currently, 24 people have been sickened in a raw milk outbreak in Alaska, including an infant. Of those 24 confirmed cases, two have required hospitalization. Read about the outbreak. The Centers of Disease Control and Prevention have also reported that raw milk is the most common food to send consumers to the hospital and is 150 times more likely to cause a disease outbreak than pasteurized milk.


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Barron's editor Jack Hough previews the upcoming issues of Barron's magazine, which will feature a look at which hot dog fans are paying the most, and why. Photo: Getty Images.
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Astros alter pitching plans due to weather
KISSIMMEE, Fla. -- With heavy rains and thunderstorms forecast for Central Florida on Monday, the Astros altered their schedule to make sure starting pitchers Brett Oberholtzer and Jerome Williams -- both originally scheduled to throw against the Braves in Grapefruit League play -- got their work in prior to the weather.
Both pitchers started a Minor League intrasquad game between the team's Double-A and Triple-A affiliates at 9 a.m. ET. Oberholtzer threw 75 pitches in five innings, and Williams threw 75 pitches in six innings.
"The last thing you want in Spring Training is to get your starters backed up and you're trying to find innings as you go along and you can't get an opportunity to get them built up," manager Bo Porter said. "It's been great to have these camp games and allow these guys to stay on turn and get their work in and get built up."
Oberholtzer looked sharp, getting a lot of swings and misses and not allowing a ball to get batted into the outfield.
"I was a little disappointed I couldn't get out there and face the Braves and get that feeling of pitching in a big league game again," he said. "It's been a while, but you know what? The most important thing is I got in my work and stayed focused on the task at hand, and that's making quality pitches when I can."
Williams is competing for a spot in the rotation, though he remains an ideal candidate to be a swing man if he can't crack the starting five.
"There were a couple of games I was leaving the ball up in the zone, and fortunately I was getting outs, but I know during the season they're not going to be outs," he said. "I'm going to get hurt. I'm just trying to work on throwing the ball down in the zone."
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