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Saturday, Dec. 14
Washington Arms Collectors Show
- 8:00 am
Sleep Country ShowPlex – Enter at Blue Gate, Western Washington Fair Grounds, Puyallup, WA
Admission: Adult Non-Members - $9, Active Duty Military - $4, Members - Free. Info:
Proctor Farmers Market
- 9:00 am
Corner of North 27th and Proctor Streets
The Proctor Farmers Market strives to provide the community with fresh, locally grown farm products while providing area growers with a venue for their crops and products. In addition we seek to educate the public about the importance of local agriculture, sustainable business and the impact we have on the environment. Bringing people together at the Farmers Market helps promote a greater sense of community, serves as an educational forum, and helps encourage local business development. Info:
- 9:00 am
Pacific Lutheran University, East Campus, (old Parkland School) Pacific Ave. S. & 121st Ave S., Parkland, WA
Winterfest provides the joy and spirit of Christmas to 500 low income families who are experiencing economic despair in our own community. The heads of these families are hard working, disabled, laid off, or unable to work. Children will get to visit with Santa and enjoy holiday festivities like face painting, holiday crafts, and picking a book of their own to take home. Info:
Santa Runs Tacoma
- 9:00 am
A Street/10th Street, Tacoma, WA
Santa Runs Tacoma! Santa's Reindeer are flying in for the run! They will be waiting at the finish for you. With a brand new race course that includes the Murray Morgan Bridge it feels like Christmas came early. Info:
TCC Clay Club Winter Pottery & Art Sale
- 10:00 am
Senate Room, Building 11, Tacoma Community College, 6501 S. 19th St., Tacoma, WA 98466
Support TCC students as they hold a sale of their work. A portion of the proceeds go to support the F. Carlton Ball Scholarship fund. This scholarship has helped many students over the years follow their dreams and complete their education. Thur. Dec 12 10 am-6pm, Fri Dec 13 10 am-4pm, Sat Dec 14 10 am- 2pm. Info: 253-566-5346.
A Bizarre Bazaar
- 10:00 am
St. Helens Mercantile, 753 St. Helens Ave Tacoma 98402
Not your average holiday gift/craft show! A collection of unusual hand made products for the non-traditional gift giver. You've been to the rest...none like this. One of a kind cards, ornaments, artwork, t-shirts, dolls, food, music and fun. Info:
4th Annual: Blankets for Hope
- 10:00 am
Krispy Kreme (parking lot) @ The Tacoma Mall, 4302 Tacoma Mall Boulevard, Tacoma WA
We are collecting Sleeping bags - Coats - Blankets - Small Tarps - Hats – Gloves/Mittens Single-use Hand Warmers - New Socks & New Undergarments - Personal Hygiene Kits for our Homeless Veterans at the VA Hospital and Tacoma Rescue Mission. What's in your closet that you are not using? Other locations can create their own drop box and then bring to the above collection sites. Email
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Santa Express
- 10:00 am
Mt Rainier Scenic RR, 54124 Mountain Hwy E , Elbe, WA 98330
Weekends November 30 thru December 22. You too will believe! Catch a steam train ride this holiday season when the Mt. Rainier Scenic Railroad becomes the 'Santa Express'. Departing from the 'North Pole' located at the Elbe Depot, passengers will travel along streams and forests for a two hour ride while visiting with Santa. Sometimes there is even snow on the ground this time of year. These trains will sell out! Please make reservations as soon as possible. Info:
Gig Harbor Holiday Tour of Homes
- 10:00 am
Gig Harbor
The homes are selected. The ticket outlets are open. The holiday decorations are already out of their boxes and ready to display, and all over the Puget Sound area, people are marking their calendars in anticipation of what has become a traditional part of many holiday celebrations. Gig Harbor's annual Holiday Tour of Homes, with its accompanying Gift Bazaar, happens December 14 in a community well-known for their amazing residential areas. And it is the only day of the year that the public is allowed to take a look inside some of Gig Harbor's most beautiful, and beautifully decorated homes. This is the 18th annual tour, and it features a variety of homes and decorating approaches. There are large view homes with tasteful, elegant displays and expansive water views. There are small homes with every corner creatively dedicated to the holidays. And there is one home whose Norwegian heritage shines forth not only in the decorations but from the docent's authentic native costumes. As a bonus, the Gift Bazaar, on site at the Boys & Girls Club during the tour, features 40 vendors and craftspeople from the Peninsula and a creative assortment of gift ideas. Info:
Family Zone Grand Opening
- 10:00 am
LeMay - America's Car Museum, 2702 East D Street Tacoma, WA 98421
Be one of the first visitors to experience the Family Zone at America's Car Museum! Learn how cars work, get behind the wheel of a car from our collection, compete in a pinewood derby race, and share your own car stories at the Grand Opening of our new hands-on activity space for kids and adults of all ages. Education staff will be on hand to answer questions and provide more information about upcoming family and educational events at ACM. This event is open to the public and FREE with museum admission. While you're visiting the museum, be sure to get your FREE photos taken with Santa and visit with Mrs. Claus! More details about family weekend events at ACM can be found at
Tenth Annual Salmon Saturday
- 10:00 am
Swan Creek Park Directions, 2820 Pioneer Way E. (Canyon Entrance), Tacoma, WA
Experience the wonder of watching salmon make their way upstream in an urban setting. Friends of Swan Creek Watershed, Tacoma EnviroChallenger Program, Tacoma Nature Center environmental educators and community partners invite you to join them in welcoming Swan Creek salmon as they return home to spawn. Learn what a watershed is, and what we can do to protect our valuable water resources, through hands on activities for all ages. The event includes: Tours of the park to see the spawning salmon, Children's activities, Salmon-friendly home and gardening information. New this year - test the water, and see how its current conditions impact the survival of salmon in Swan Creek in an activity provided by Citizen's For A Healthy Bay. Take a tour, stroll or hike on your own, or simply stop by to pick up free resource materials. Friends of Swan Creek Watershed's mission is to cultivate environmental stewardship through educational and volunteer opportunities. They welcome the participation of individuals, families, groups and schools to learn and work together to preserve this valuable natural resource in our urban landscape. Info:
Family Storytime at Swasey
- 10:30 am
Swasey Public Library, 7001 Sixth Ave., Tacoma, WA 98465
Join us for a short storytime. Then families can engage in interactive play with blocks and toys and make a special winter craft!Info:
Dickens Festival
- 11:00 am
Emporium, 220 St. Helens Ave., Tacoma, WA 98430
Carriage Rides, Open Houses, Live Entertainment, and Vendors. Info:
Hot Rod Holiday Bash
- 12:00 pm
Vintage Customs, 5614 S. Washington St., Tacoma, WA 98409
Bishops Car Club Is hosting a "Toys for Tots" Cruise in At Vintage Customs. Vintage Customs is opening its doors at noon for a Car show open house. There is parking for over 100 cars from street side to private lot and Vendors will be located inside Vintage Customs. Our goal is to fill a trailer with enough goody's to donate to Tacoma's Marybridge Hospital. In return for your toys you will receive a ticket for $5 off entry to the after party that Will be held next door at Cultura Event Center. This ce...nter has 2 Bars, huge VIP loft, huge stage, great sound system, lighting, in an modern industrial feel to an old mill. Info:
Outreach Program and INC Evangelical Mission
- 12:00 pm
Tacoma Dome, 2727 East D Street, Tacoma, WA 98421
The Iglesia Ni Cristo (Church of Christ) will be hosting an Outreach Program and Evangelical Mission on Saturday, December 14th from 12pm to 5pm at the Tacoma Dome. Everyone in the Pacific Northwest is invited! This event will offer free services and resources such as: FREE food, FREE parking, FREE fun, games, entertainment for families and friends to enjoy, FREE flu shots, medical check-ups and dental care information & other beneficial services, FREE concert. And so much more! The aim of this event is to offer services to the residents of the communities in the Pacific Northwest, especially the under served and underpriveleged communities that will greatly benefit from these free services. For more information about the Iglesia ni Cristo (Church of Christ) Aid for Humanity events, please visit
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Storytime at the Cabin
- 1:00 pm
Job Carr Cabin Museum, 2350 North 30th Street, Tacoma, WA 98403
Featuring local storytellers. Info:
World Famous Popovich Comedy Pet Theatre
- 1:00 pm
Theater on the Square, 915 Broadway, Tacoma, WA
Gregory Popovich rescues animals from shelters across the country, trains them and transforms them into Las Vegas Superstars! He is bringing his circus-style comedy variety show to Tacoma, WA for one show only! Bring the entire family to see amazing pet tricks, juggling acts, acrobats, magic and comedy. Info:
Native Plant Workshop
- 1:00 pm
Harbor History Museum, 4121 Harborview Dr, Gig Harbor, WA 98332
As a lead-up to the Pierce Conservation District's 2014 annual native plant sale, we will be holding an informative workshop about plants native to western Washington. Dana Kelley Bressette, MS., author and consultant at Habitat Horticulture PNW will give a presentation on outstanding native plants for the landscape. At the end of the class, we will take a short walk around the museum's grounds to look at and identify native plant specimens. Please contact Rene' Skaggs at (253) 845-9770 x 106 or
Family Movie: The Santa Clause
- 2:00 pm
Tacoma Public Library - Wheelock Branch, 3722 N. 26th St., Tacoma, WA 98407
The Santa Clause (Rated G). Info:
The Christmas Revels
- 2:00 pm
Rialto Theater, 310 S. Ninth St., Tacoma, WA 98402
This year it's a high-energy, toe-tapping, fiddling, clogging, tall-tale telling celebration set in Appalachia in the 1930s. Joining the company is Seattle's Old Time Music band The Tallboys and the Eclectic Cloggers. The Christmas Revels is a joyous, timeless celebration for all ages - a high-spirited concoction of folk tradition and high art. Join friends and family at the Rialto to drive winter's darkness away. Info:
Inspecting Carol
- 2:00 pm
PLU- Karen Hille Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, 12180 Park Ave. South, Tacoma, WA 98447
Get your holiday cheer on with this hilarious, madcap comedy! Behind the scenes of a struggling theatre's annual slapdash production of A Christmas Carol, rehearsals are at a standstill. Tim is no longer Tiny, Scrooge wants to do the play in Spanish (Feliz Navidad), and their funding is on hold pending an inspection. This laugh out loud spoof makes for a night at the theatre that is anything but show business as usual. Info:
The Holiday Family Concert: Bryan Bowers, autoharpist
- 2:00 pm
Olympic Room, Main Library, 1102 Tacoma Avenue South, Tacoma, WA 98402
Acclaimed autoharpist Bryan Bowers returns to Tacoma's Main Library for a free holiday concert perfect for the entire family. Bowers is a major artist on the traditional music circuit. A well known singer-songwriter, he has redefined the autoharp. Bryan has a dynamic outgoing personality and an uncanny ability to enchant a crowd with both his music and his stories. His towering six foot four inch frame can be wild and zany on stage while playing a song like Dixie and five minutes later he can have the same audience singing Will The Circle Be Unbroken in quiet reverence and delight. For nearly four decades, Bryan Bowers has been to the autoharp what Earl Scruggs was to the five-string banjo. He presents instrumental virtuosity combined with warmth, eloquence, expression and professionalism. CDs will be available for purchase and signing at the event. Info:
Family Holiday Film: The Muppet Christmas Carol
- 2:00 pm
Tacoma Public Library- Moore Branch, 215 S. 56th St., Tacoma, WA 98408
A family film that's perfect for the holiday season. Michael Caine and Kermit are hilarious as Scrooge and Bob Cratchit. Running time is 85 minutes. Rated G. Info:
Hour of Code
- 2:00 pm
Computer Clubhouse of Tacoma, 1209 Martin Luther King Jr. Way Tacoma, WA 98405
Join the Computer Clubhouse of Tacoma in an Hour of Code! Hour of Code is an international one-hour initiative to introduce computer science to students. Anyone can learn the basics to be a maker, creator, and innovator! 2:00PM - 5:00PM at the Computer Clubhouse of Tacoma. FREE for the whole family. Come learn one of the following: Web Design, LEGO Robotics, Scratch, Kodu Game Lab, Mit App inventor. Don't feel comfortable using a computer? No problem! We have computer science activities that don't require a computer! Snacks provided! Info:
DTNW's NUTCRACKER ~ Dance Theatre Northwest
- 2:30 pm
Mount Tahoma High School Auditorium, 4634 S. 74th St., Tacoma, WA 98409
DANCE THEATRE NORTHWEST presents THE NUTCRACKER Ballet in Tacoma. Enchanting, lively, colorful, and entertaining performance of a traditional holiday favorite--fresh & exciting. Gorgeous snow scene and mysterious Land of Sweets, DTNW's ballet is updated each year with new choreography and costumes. Ideal for family audiences. Saturday, Dec 14 2:30 pm and 7:00 pm and Sunday Dec. 15, 4 pm. Info:
Tacoma City Ballet presents The Nutcracker
- 3:00 pm
Pantages Theater, 901 Broadway, Tacoma, WA 98402
Throughout the world, The Nutcracker has become a generational Christmas tradition. Tacoma City Ballet celebrates its 30th performance season at the Broadway Center for Performing Arts with a World Premiere production of The Nutcracker, told in its entirety. Beginning with The Prequel or The Tale of the Hard Nut and ending in the familiar Kingdom of the Sweets, the adventures of Princess Pirlipat, the Nutcracker Prince, and of course, Clara, will charm and delight audiences more than ever before.… Show more See the World Premiere of The Prequel or The Tale of the Hard Nut and The Nutcracker you know and love together for the very first time. This glorious production transports you to a land filled with music, magic, and wonder. Under the artistic direction of Erin M. Ceragioli, and accompanied by the Northwest Sinfonietta under the direction of Christophe Chagnard, this world premiere of The Prequel or The Tale of the Hard Nut and The Nutcracker promises to be enchanting. Info:
Christmas at Fort Steilacoom
- 4:00 pm
Grounds of Western State Hospital, 9601 Steilacoom Blvd. SW, Lakewood WA
Reenactors will present Christmas of 1863 in the four historic houses at Historic Fort Steilacoom Association. Cost is $5 for adult tickets, $3 for children and $10 for a family. Info:
- 5:00 pm
Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium, 5400 N. Pearl St., Tacoma, WA 98407
Bundle up and stroll the Zoo as it comes aglow with more than a half-million lights! Be inspired by dazzling animal-themed displays, including our brand new 3-D displays of a swooping bald eagle, a regal polar bear family, and a Sumatran tiger head. Warm up in the steamy South Pacific Aquarium, ride a camel or take a spin on the antique carousel. There's so much to see and do--make the most of your Zoolights experience with our list of the Zoolights Top 10 Fun Activities! Zoolights Dates: Nov. 29 - Jan. 5. Zoolights Hours: 5 pm - 9 pm. (Closed Dec. 24 & Open Dec. 25 & Jan. 1) Info:
Mickey Fay's NW Extreme Flat Track Racing
- 5:30 pm
Paulhamus Arena, Western Washington Fair Grounds, Puyallup, WA (Enter at Green Gate)
Gates open at 4:30pm, racing begins at 5:30pm. Admission: General Admission - $10. Kids 6 & under - free. Info:
Roger's Open Mike at Lakebay Marina
- 6:00 pm
Lakebay Marina, 15 Lorenz Road, Lakebay, WA 98349
Open Mic FREE. Every Sat night 6pm until 8pm (or if happening 9pm). Roger's Open Mike. Bring your Axe and Join the Fun! Info:
or (253)-884-3350
"Need a Little Christmas?"
- 7:00 pm
Allenmore Public Golf Course, 2125 S. Cedar St., Tacoma, WA 98405
Enjoy a delightful afternoon or evening of traditional and modern Barbershop style holiday music, presented by the Tacoma TotemAires Men's Barbershop Harmony Chorus. The show also features uplifting seasonal tunes by selected quartets. In addition, the event showcases the Lodge Room at the beautiful new Tacoma Elks Lodge, 2013 South Cedar Street, on Allenmore Golf Course. December 14th, 7 p.m. December 15th, 2 p.m. Tickets $15 Call 253-752-5135. Info:
Country Music Sensation Florida Georgia Line
- 7:00 pm
ShoWare Center, 625 West James Street, Kent, WA 98032
Over the past year, Florida Georgia Line has cherished the good times seeing their quadruple platinum debut single "Cruise" dominate Billboard's Hot Country songs chart. It's been more than two decades since a new country act has captured the public's imagination the way Florida Georgia Line has. The duo's #1 single, "Cruise," hit the Top 10 just 14 weeks after its release, faster than any debut since Brooks & Dunn's "Brand New Man." Florida Georgia Line have skyrocketed since releasing back-to-back, multi-week #1 smashes in the US and Canada with the platinum-certified "Get Your Shine On" and "Cruise". The record-breaking duo, comprised of Tyler Hubbard and Brian Kelley, is the first in 21 years to top the Country airplay charts with their first two singles, according to Billboard. Garnering buzz among fans, media and several superstars across genres - including Taylor Swift, Keith Urban and Ed Sheeran - the hot newcomers most recently scored two CMT Music Awards for Duo Video of the Year and Breakthrough Video of the Year, as well as receiving four nominations for the upcoming CMA Awards in November. Info:
Sonoro Women's Choir Presents 'Ceremony of Carols'
- 7:00 pm
St. Mary's Episcopal Church, 10630 Gravelly Lake Dr SW Tacoma, WA
We invite you to join us for an evening of transcendently beautiful music to celebrate the holiday season! Our performance will span choral five centuries of choral master pieces from 14th century composer Tomas Luis de Victoria to contemporary master Ola Gjeilo! Our centerpiece will be Benjamin Britten's famous work for treble voices, "Ceremony of Carols." Interspersed will be a variety of favorite sing along carols so you can join in the experience of making music with the choir and finally, we have it on good authority to expect a visit from the jolly man in red! We have three dates and three locations for you to choose! Info:
- 7:00 pm
ShoWare Center, 625 West James Street, Kent, WA 98032
It's been more than two decades since a new country act has captured the public's imagination the way Florida Georgia Line has. The duo's multi-week #1 single, "Cruise," hit the Top 10 just 14 weeks after its release, faster than any debut since Brooks & Dunn's "Brand New Man." It's the kind of affirmation few young artists ever experience, and yet was just the cap on a year that saw Brian Kelley and Tyler Hubbard thrill audiences on tour dates with Alabama, Brantley Gilbert and Jake Owen; cut an EP and their first album HERE'S TO THE GOOD TIMES with producer Joey Moi (Nickelback, Jake Owen) and sign a label deal with Republic Nashville -- after selling nearly 200,000 digital downloads independently. To date, "Cruise," alone has sold well over one million; reached #1 on the iTunes Country Singles Chart and helped secure them a spot on Luke Bryan's tour in 2013. "It's safe to say it's been a real whirlwind for us," says Tyler. "It's been awesome." Info:
From Proctor to Prague: An International Christmas
- 7:30 pm
Mason United Methodist Church, 2714 N. Madison St., Tacoma, WA 98407
Our annual holiday concerts feature seasonal songs from a variety of countries and cultures, including Eastern Europe, Asia, Africa, and the American Southwest. Join us as we bring the spirit of the Christmas season to you and your family with carols and familiar melodies that beautifully capture rich traditions from around the globe. Info:
Holiday Jazz Concert
- 7:30 pm
Tacoma Community College Performing Arts Auditorium, Bldg 2 6501 S.19th St, Tacoma, WA 98466
A Big Band Christmas with Rich Wetzel's EXPANDED Groovin' Higher Orchestra. Bring your friends and family!!! This is a great annual tradition – buy your tickets now – send this to all your friends and come enjoy a great jazzy holiday show! $15 advanced purchase plus small handling fee. Or $20 at the door. Info:
Carrot Top
- 8:00 pm
Emerald Queen Casino I-5 Tacoma Showroom, 2024 E. 29th St., Tacoma
Becoming a pop culture icon is a difficult thing to achieve but Scott "Carrot Top" Thompson has done just that. With over two decades of comedic performance in his rear view mirror, Carrot Top is one of the most popular, recognizable and successful comedians in America. After years of playing out to sold-out shows throughout the country, he has now become a Las Vegas icon as well, recently inking a long-term deal with the Luxor Resort and Casino through 2015. The trademark red locks and the undeniably inventive use of props have vaulted Carrot Top to the level that most comedians can only hope to reach. "Nobody can steal my act," says Carrot Top. "I've challenged comics to write me a prop and they can't. All comedians can use plays on words or puns but writing a visual joke is something else. A rubber chicken isn't enough. I have to write my own material and make my own props because no one sells what I do better than me. I'm happy not only that I have my own style but that I've been an original from the very start." Info:
Miracle on 34th Street – The Musical in Concert at Benaroya Hall
- 8:00 pm
Benaroya Hall, Illsley Ball Nordstrom Recital Hall, 200 University St, Seattle, WA 98101
SHOWTUNES Theatre Company stages a concert version of Meredith Willson's beloved Miracle on 34th Street – The Musical at Benaroya Hall on December 14 (8pm) and 15 (2pm). Originally titled Here's Love when it opened on Broadway in 1963, Meredith Willson (Music Man, Unsinkable Molly Brown) later changed the title of the show to Miracle on 34th Street –The Musical and added his 1951 holiday hit song, It's Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas to the score. This classic tune, recorded by Perry Como, Bing Crosby and Michael Bublé, is one of many spirited songs in the score including: Pinecones and Hollyberries, Here's Love and That Man over There is Santa Claus. Performances are Saturday December 14th at 8:00 pm and Sunday December 15th at 2 pm. Info:
The Kareem Kandi Band @ Maxwell's
- 8:00 pm
Live jazz. A native of the Pacific Northwest, saxophonist Kareem Kandi is a performer, composer, and educator, who is in high demand for his talents both on and off the stage. All ages welcome. No cover charge. Info:
Arctic Animal Conservation Celebration
- 9:30 pm
Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium, 5400 N. Pearl St., Tacoma, WA 98407
Come play the Arctic way! See how our polar bears, muskoxen and Arctic foxes stay cool all year long with fun toys and treats called enrichment. Things like fish-sickles and toys surrounded in ice designed to keep animals active and stimulate their natural behaviors. Watch Arctic animals splash and play all day Saturday, Dec. 14. Learn about the challenges that face these incredible species. Info:
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The Curvy Girl's Guide to Wearing Summer Prints
Use these styling tips to make summer's bold prints work for you.
Bold prints aren't just fun — they can be flattering too! Stylist Denise Caldwell spills how to work them.
Strike a Balance
"The key to mixing patterns is proportion — try a subdued print on the bottom and go louder on top. It helps highlight a great bust."
Work Your Angles
"Stripes and florals make a surprisingly cute duo, but use this cheat: chevrons. The lines draw the eye down and in, which accentuates your waist."
Streamline Your Look
"Don't let a printed jumpsuit intimidate you. A darker, simpler design is visually lengthening."
Pay Attention to Detail
"When shopping for graphic pieces, look for curve-enhancing accents like color-blocked panels. They cinch you like a belt. And don't forget to pick a motif you heart!"
This article appeared in Seventeen's March 2015 issue. Check out the current issue, available now!

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It was a family affair this past Sunday night as Most Incredible Music Group recording artist Tosh Alexander celebrated the release of her "Worth The Wait" EP. Apartment 606 nestled in the heart Miami's lavish Art District played host to the the celebration, which boasted DJ's D-Up and Fly Guy on the one's and two's as well as 99 Jamz own Felisha Monet on the mic. Miami based celebs like Cool & Dre, Popeye Caution, Poe Boy Music Group founder E-Class, Jo'zzy, Zoey Dollaz, Kent Jones and more all came out to show Tosh love.
After DJ Fly Guy and Felisha Monet warmed up the crowd, Tosh strutted onto the stage with confidence and talent way beyond her years. Opening with a acoustic rendition of "Right On Time," a track off Worth The Wait, Alexander hyped up the receptive crowd immediately. As she sang the first line of the infectious chorus, the crowd threw up their hands and sang along to every word on the track that introduced the world to the singer last year. Alexander immersed herself into her performance, continuously expressing her gratitude for the support, and the crowd fed the energy right back to her.
Claps and cheers abound as the Tosh championed through other tracks, including the Cool & Dre produced "No Other," which is arguably one of the best tracks off the record. In these quiet moments are where her vocal talent truly shines–her ability to sing softly and emotionally and the notes she can hold as the end of tracks are especially impressive. As the crowd grooved to the set, Alexander had the biggest grin on her face, almost as if she was surprised about the crowd's reaction to her stellar performance. With joy filling up every corner of the in room, Tosh closed the set with my personal favorite, "Cuz It's You."
Though the singer have only been around for a few years, what's so refreshing about Tosh's sound is that it captures both elements of seductiveness and innocence that is simply R&B at its best. At this rate and with her talent, the sky's the limit for Tosh Alexander.
Purchase "Worth The Wait" off iTunes here.


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Friday, May 30, 2008
The slow but steady march of reform
HB 824, to address pay-to-play, is waiting its turn in the House for a concurrence vote, but in the meantime, the House did send to the governor two smaller reform measures. SB 2190 redefines "political committees" under the Election Code to make clear that groups supporting or opposing the placement of public questions on the ballot are covered by Illinois' disclosure requirements. SB 2191 addresses the pre-election period, forbidding committees to avoid disclosure by making a series of smaller donations to participating candidates. Neither of these, in themselves, is as significant as the pay-to-play measure, but these two are certainly part of the on-going effort to improve campaigns in Illinois. ICPR supported these bills in committee, and we urge the Governor to sign them into law.


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Tamera Loerzel
AICPA Survey Identifies Top Technology Issues for CPAs
Information security management and IT governance tops 2008 Technology List.
February 4, 2008
by Tamera Loerzel
The AICPA poll was conducted last autumn in conjunction with the Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA), the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) and the Information Technology Alliance (ITA). Nearly 1,200 CPA and CITP credential holders, auditors and IT executives were polled for this survey.
2008's Top 10 Tech Initiatives
The survey respondents identified the following as the top 10 most important technology initiatives for 2008:
"the leadership and organizational structures and processes that ensure that the organization's IT sustains and extends the organization's strategies and objectives."
IT Governance is a component of Corporate Governance and was established so that key stakeholders, such as board-level executives, department heads and other personnel who may have limited technical experience, can be informed and educated about the IT technologies and processes in the organizations they govern, enabling them to participate meaningfully in the organization's key decisions related to IT.
Honorable Mentions
In addition to the Top 10 list, the survey also captured the next five most important technology initiatives as honorable mentions — Customer Relationship Management, Improved Application and Data Integration, Training and Competency, Web-Deployed Applications and Information Portals.
Learning Resources
For additional information and educational sessions that will help you apply the 2008 Top Technology Initiatives, attend the AICPA TECH+ Conference. You can also access valuable resources, guidance and tools by visiting AICPA's IT Section, when considering or implementing some of these initiatives.
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Tamera Loerzel is a partner of ConvergenceCoaching, LLC, a national leadership and marketing consulting firm dedicated to helping CPA and IT firms achieve success by helping them develop and implement leadership, succession and marketing plans. She is a known speaker at AICPA and other CPA and IT association conferences.


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Canada hogs first test negative for foot-and-mouth
By Rod Nickel
WINNIPEG, Manitoba (Reuters) - The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has temporarily closed the Olymel hog plant in Red Deer, Alberta, after it received a suspicious load of hogs, but initial tests have ruled out foot-and-mouth disease, a government spokesman said Tuesday.
Final analysis of the initial negative results will be available late Tuesday or on Wednesday after further analysis at the federal laboratory in Winnipeg, said CFIA spokesman Guy Gravelle. The initial tests were negative for any reportable animal disease, including foot-and-mouth, he said.
"Preliminary results can often be turned around based on the final analysis but at this stage everything looks like it's not FMD or anything of that sort," Gravelle said.
The government continued to test the roughly 200 hogs in the original load, said Gravelle, adding that it's likely not all have been tested yet.
He could not say what type of testing CFIA was conducting.
The hogs had lesions when they arrived at the plant that raised suspicion because Canadian veterinarians aren't familiar with foot-and-mouth, said Jurgen Preugschas, president of the Canadian Pork Council.
"I feel fairly comfortable that it's all going to be clear," Preugschas said.
Japan and South Korea are already fighting outbreaks of foot-and-mouth disease this spring, leading the United Nations' Food and Agriculture Organization in April to urge heightened international surveillance. Continued...


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Target: President of the Dominican Republic, Danilo Medina
Goal: Demand justice for the medical student who was killed by police during protests in the Dominican Republic.
During recent protests at the Autonomous University of Santo Domingo, the state university in the Dominican Republic, police opened fire on protesters. Police started shooting into the crowd when, allegedly, a couple of men in masks started throwing rocks at them. The police shot and killed 21-year-old medical student William Warden Florian Ramirez. Witnesses say that Florian Ramirez was not even participating in the protests when he was shot, but was just walking out of the university. Witnesses say that after the police shot Florian Ramirez, they shot tear gas into the crowd to disperse those who were trying to aid him. Three other students and a bus worker were injured during the clash.
The Autonomous University of Santo Domingo, UASD, is the country's biggest university with 180,000 students. It is also the oldest university in the country and the first university in the Americas. The protests that were taking place on the campus were a part of a national movement against a new fiscal reform that was just approved by congress. One reporter who was filming the police said that the officer who shot Florian Ramirez could not contain his excitement of hitting a protester. The officer was young and wore a mask covering his face.
After the conflict, a spokesperson said the police were questioning 19 police officials as part of the investigation into the shooting. President Danilo Medina met with the police chief the following day and said that the death of Florian Ramirez will not go unpunished. University officials shut down the campus for a couple of days following the protest. The day after Florian Ramirez's death, dozens of students demonstrated outside of police headquarters. They held signs reading 'Police don't kill me' and 'Why kill me if I decide your rights?' The demonstrators said that they were demanding that Florian Ramirez's death does not go unpunished, that the police show up to future protests with no firearms, and that the investigation into the killing be led by prosecutors, not police.
The police in the Dominican Republic are infamous for their corruption, abuse and unlawful killings. In fact, this is not the first death by police at a protest this year. In a report, Amnesty International says the incident at the university highlights the need for comprehensive police reform. The government needs to ensure that these unlawful killings no longer happen and ensure that citizens will be safe when gathering to protest. Sign the petition to demand justice for the killing of Florian Ramirez and to demand that police reform take place immediately.
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As you are well aware, the National Police killed a student at UASD recently when he was leaving his class. The 21-year-old medical student was the victim of senseless violence by the police who opened fire into a crowd of student protesters. Video of the police shooting into the crowd shows their enthusiasm for hitting a student and their excitement over shooting at defenseless students. This catastrophe highlights the desperate need for comprehensive police reform in the Dominican Republic.
I am writing today to urge you to look into the corruption of the Dominican police. Action needs to be taken to eliminate police corruption and ensure that the first priority of all police is the safety of the citizens. Urgent measures need to be taken to make certain that no more unlawful killings happen and that the police department's approach to protests changes. The Dominican citizens have a right to express their voices and peacefully protest. The police should never use excessive force during protests and weapons should only be used as a last resort.
I am also writing to demand justice for the killing of William Warden Florian Ramirez. An investigation headed by prosecutors needs to take place. All of the police officers connected to the killing need to be arrested and charged. This is the time, as President, to send a clear message that unlawful killings, like this, will not be allowed.
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According to Newsweek, the appearance of the South African comedian, Trevor Noah on 'The Tonight Show' earlier this year had sub-Saharan newspapers reporting it "as if it were breaking news". MSNBC Africa meanwhile aired it across the continent.
That the smart and classy 28-year-old is now in Edinburgh is due to Eddie Izzard's zeal for promoting the 'globality' of stand up. The older statesman of British comedy is co-producing the show and, as the Americans have already found out, it's clear that Noah travels well overseas.
The mixed race child of a white Swiss father and a black mother, Noah was "born a crime" in apartheid South Africa, and has always felt that his identity wasn't clearly delineated.
The US duly beckoned, he says, because "everybody is black out there". The move is good for his identity, good for his career and, though it is not mentioned tonight, a way of putting distance between himself and his former stepfather who made death threats against the comedian after attempting to murder his mother.
Once in America, Noah finds that things are still not straightforward however. Mexicans want to adopt him as theirs, and he finds that the definition of mixed race people is still a moveable feast, with no better example of this than Barack Obama who, in the eyes of US comics, went from a "mixed fool" to "my nigger!"
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Elsewhere in the fleet, the top IMOCA 60s managed to beat the mini maxis and the Volvo Open 70s across the finishing line, with François Gabart and Michel Desjoyeaux, racing aboard Gabart's 'MACIF', edging-out 'MACIF's' sistership, 'Maître Coq', by a mere 57 seconds. 'Of course, it is always a pleasure to win,' said Gabart. 'But mostly it's nice to get back to some sailing! Plus, when it is with Michel [Desjoyeaux] it's just perfect.'
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Meanwhile, in San Francisco, Emirates Team New Zealand (ETNZ) and Luna Rossa Challenge are both gearing up for the Louis Vuitton Finals, which start this Saturday, and which will determine the team that will meat Oracle Team USA on the starting line of the 34th America's Cup. While both teams have been sailing well recently, ETNZ enters the Finals as the clear favorite, having steam-rolled Luna Rossa in five straight races during the LVC Round Robin series.
'Our boat is a first-generation [AC72] and the boats aesthetically look similar, but there are quite a few differences,' said Chris Draper, Luna Rossa helmsman, about the differences between his team's boat and ETNZ's second-generation design. 'If we had the opportunity to redesign things then there are things we would've designed differently, which I imagine are the things they've done differently with their second boat. At the same time, there's not another design package we would've chosen to share.'
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More on the LVC Finals, inside, and stay tuned to the website both days this weekend for up-to-date coverage and breaking news, as it unfurls.
And speaking of the Auld Mug, three well-known sailors were recently inducted into the America's Cup Hall of Fame. Lucy Jewett, Noel Robins (1935-2003) and Grant Simmer were admitted into this prestigious 'club' at a black-tie event in San Francisco that was timed to match the LVC racing that's taking place on the Bay. Get the full report, inside.
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I still remember when I suffered from conjunctivitis back in high school. It was a very horrible haemorrhage, my eyes were red like a dragon, even the ophthalmologist was a little scared and worried about my eyes. Kids (and even teachers) at my school were scared of looking at the redness in my eyes (My doctor allowed me to go to the school once my infection was gone and only redness remained. It takes time for the arteries in the eyes to heal up and reduce the redness in the eyes, it's contagious only till the time your eyes are infected, after which no isolation is required) But conjunctivitis is not the only reason redness in the eyes. Many other things, like excessive screen time, dryness, haemorrhage, allergies, etc may cause redness in the eyes. Never mind the reason, if you are suffering from redness in eyes, try using these home remedies, I wish I had known them back when I was suffering from conjunctivitis.
1. Chamomile
While many times pollens are the reason people suffer from redness in the eyes, it is interesting to see that chamomile, a flower, can be used to treat the same redness. Boil some chamomile flower or chamomile tea in one glass of water and let it steep. Strain this tea and let it cool down. Once it has cooled down, splash this tea on your eyes and then rinse it with regular cold water.
2. Apple Cider Vinegar
Just like mango is the king of fruits, I think apple cider vinegar is king of vinegars, especially when it comes to medicinal benefits. Apple cider vinegar is useful in many ways and yes you guessed it correct, it is also beneficial to reduce the redness in the eyes. Mix one tablespoon of apple cider vinegar in one of cup water. Take a cotton ball or cotton pad and dip it in the water vinegar solution. Now dab it on your eyes and clean your eyes with it. The malic acid in the apple cider vinegar disinfects the eyes and reduces the redness.
3. Fennel Seeds
Boil 1/2 tablespoons of fennel seeds in 1 cup water until the color of the water changes. Let it cool and then strain the mixture. Splash this water on your eyes and then rise with regular cold water.
4. Fenugreek Seeds
Soak some fenugreek seeds in water over night and then grind them to make a smooth paste. Apply this paste to your eyelids and leave it for some time. Wash it off with cold water. Repeat this process for 3-4 days or till the redness reduces.
5. Green Tea
Green tea is very well known for the antioxidants it contains. Green tea is beneficial for a lot of things, prevention as well as cure. You can wet two tea bags with cold water and put them on your closed eyes. This will relax your eyes, reduce the redness in them and also reduce the under eye dark circles or puffiness. You can also boil green tea in water let it cool and wash your eyes with this green tea. Doing this twice daily for around 3-4 days will reduce the redness in your eyes.
5. Tea Bags
Just in case you don't have green tea handy, don't fret over it, you can also use your regular tea bags. The tannin in the black tea also helps to reduce the redness in the eyes. Just like green tea, wet two regular tea bags with some cold water and put them on your eyes. You can also refrigerate these tea bags, to have a cooling and soothing effect on your eyes.
6. Aloe Vera
Just like green tea, aloe vera also is a very well known and beneficial home remedy. It is used to treat a lot of things right from improving immunity and digestion to skin and hair care. Rinse your eyes with aloe vera juice twice a day. Do this till the redness in your eyes fades away.
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Religion came roaring into the spotlight after 9/11. Largely ignored by policymakers and the public before then, it has become the subject of widely divergent views. Sometimes religion is tightly linked to conflict and violence, other times privileged as the only source of authentic moral values. The Center for the Study of Religion and Conflict moves past these caricatures to explore the persistent and ambiguous role that religion plays in the 21st century.
Launched in 2003 as one of the first initiatives of ASU President Michael Crow's New American University, the center brings together faculty from across the university to explore the convergence of religion, politics and conflict, from the local to the global. Under the leadership of Linell Cady, it has quickly developed across multiple fronts on research, education and public programs.


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In 1947, Indians traded territory for permanent peace and carved out Pakistan – an Islamic nation for Muslims as demanded by Muslim leaders like Jinnah. But it turned out to be a highly unpleasant experience. Clearly, Indians don't understand Islam – they still think Islam is just a religion, they still don't realize that Islam is also a political philosophy. The new Islamic Pakistan turned itself into a sworn enemy of India – even after 7 decades it is continuously at war with the parent nation, now through its home grown Islamic Jehadis. For first three decades it fought with its military; then started using Islamic terror against India.
- A State "Trapped" in the Islamic Logic!
Today Pakistan is a state at war with itself – and practically all its troubles are rooted in its Islamic thinking.
Soon after its birth, Pakistan invaded Balochistan in April 1948 because Balochs were Muslim!! For the same logic its invaded Kashmir in late 1947 but has to retreat. No one knows when it will send troops to occupy Saudi Arabia, Qatar, UAE and other gulf nations, because they are all Muslim!!
10 million Balochs are trying hard to throw out Pak invaders. Shias of Sindh are always on target at the hands of Sunni terror groups like the Taliban and its clones who don't consider Shias as Muslim – as a result, streets of Karachi often turn red with Shia blood. Ahmediyas and other minorities face the same music of Islamic violence because they are also not equated with 'real' Muslims!
More correctly, Pakistan is now a 'Wahhabistan'.
Pashtuns are one people divided into two countries by the arbitrarily drawn colonial Durand line – 30 million in Pakistan and 14 million in Afghanistan. The demand for a unified Pasthunistan is a slow-burning fire ready to erupt in the future as Pashtun nationalism builds up.
Loss of Bangladesh is a lifelong trauma for Pakistan; it was the most humiliating blow to its 'Islamic identity' – the only reason for its existence! Therefore, the fear of losing lands of Baloch and Pashtuns prompts the Pakistan's Scotch-loving Generals to continue waging a low-intensity proxy Jihadi war against India. By diverting public attention from the more serious threats facing the nation, they maintain their important status!
As per Pak's Islamic logic: But for the "highly Islamic" and "fierce" army, the separatist movements in practically all provinces (except Punjab) would tear apart the great Islamic State of South Asia! Then they ask: will it go on like this forever?
Yes, given the fact that since 1980s radicalization has been going on, Pak society must go on like this forever – or as long (or short) the country survives!
For the kind of hateful and divisive logic Pakistan has woven around Islam, this seems to be the only logical end. If there are so many separatist groups across Pakistan, they are following the very same thinking of 'Islamic separatists' that divided unified India in 1947 in the name of Islam!
So why complain, be happy and face the familiar Islamic music!!
- Hangover of the Partition Era
Pakistan remains deeply stuck in the PAST, following its Islamic agenda!
If global Islamic fundamentalists love to mentally live in the Arab tribal society of the 7th century (and justify it as 'Real and Pure' Islam), Pakistan is firmly stuck in the 1947 era! Since Islam was the sole reason behind its creation as well as for its 'unsuccessful' claim over Kashmir and 'successful' occupation of Balochistan, Pakistan is overly conscious of its Islamic identity.
Just like obstinate children, Pakistani rulers have decided that if they can't get Kashmir in the name of Islam they would destroy Kashmir through Islamic violence! Therefore, they have set up special 'Jihad factories' with liberal American weaponry and Saudi funds to foment trouble in Kashmir valley and elsewhere in India and then publicize it around the world as persecution of Muslims in Hindu India! Pak-Saudi nexus has grown quite powerful India – significant number of journalists, so-called 'secular' politicians and intellectuals appears to be on its payroll.
No one is surprised when the Pak army chief laments: "Kashmir is the unfinished Islamic agenda of India's partition." How else can you live in the Past !!
Someone asked: What is the final destination of the Islamic State of Pakistan ?
Answer: 1947 !!
Here is a good topic for Islamic researchers: Why do many Muslims want to live in the Past?
- Islamic State or Modern Democracy?
Pakistan's Islamic pride was badly hurt when the country broke up in 1971.
Yes, the Islamic "glue" failed in 1971 – and the inferior ethnic Bengali Muslims escaped to become sovereign Bangladesh. It was the biggest blow to Pakistan's Islamic pride when 93,000 of its "fierce and highly nationalistic" Islamic troops had to surrender in shame before unworthy kafir un-Islamic Indian army – the biggest military surrender since WW2!
The power drunk leaders in West Pakistan (notably, the then Pak foreign minister Mr Jufikar Ali Bhutto) failed to honor people's verdict in the democratic election that went in favour of Mujeeb' party in the East Pakistan – and the country fell apart.
It also yet again proved that Islamic ideology is not compatible with modern democracy. Reason is obvious: Islamic philosophy demands a shut-mind surrender, democratic governance demand respect for adverse viewpoints and disagreements.
You can't promote Islamic fundamentalism and want to live in free democratic society, at the same time. Today, Pakistan wants to continue directing terrorism against India and also to continue talking for peace – at the same time!!!!
It is pure non-sense. But this is Pakistan: it creates Jehadis and then fights them, at the same time!!
Dichotomy is an integral part of Pakistani ideology.
Here is the confession of a pakistani with human heart: Jinnah made a mistake and I am ashamed of being Pakistani.
- Fear of "RAW" Unites the Nation!
For Pakistani rulers, RAW (India's Research and Analysis Wing) is the unholy and un-Islamic Hindu devil responsible for all ills of this "Pure" Islamic nation (That's what Pakistan means!). Here are some pieces of Pakistan's RAW comedy.
RAW created Bangladesh in 1971, by forcing Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto to reject Sheikh Mujeebur Rahman's victory in general election – that pushed the country into civil war !
RAW is responsible for all crimes; it also organizes all protests, unrests and separatist movements all over the country – in short, RAW rules the country, not Pak government !
It is RAW that coaxed General Pervez Musharraf to send Jehadis in army uniform to Kargil peaks in 1999; RAW also forced him to oust Nawaz Shareif and grab power !
It is RAW again that forced President Musharraf to lurch Pak army into "Operation Enduring Freedom" in 2001 to target Taliban and Al Qaeda alongside the US forces, which killed over 50,000 Pak troops !
[This operation was launched by the US to stop the Taliban from providing a safe haven to al Qaeda and to stop al Qaeda's use of Afghanistan as a base of operations for its terror activities.]
The Mumbai terror attack of 2008 was also a handiwork of RAW but Hindu India blames innocent Pakistani peace-loving citizens like Hafiz Sayeed and Lakhvi ! Indian devils also hanged its another innocent citizen Kasab who was only performing his Religious Duty by killing Kafirs in Mumbai!
Even in Kashmir, it is the Satan RAW that is foiling the "Holy Violence" of Islamic Jehadis trained in Pakistan's terror factories!
There is national consensus that it is not Pakistan government, ISI or military that runs Pakistan, but it is the Super-Devil RAW that has been appointed by Hindu India to run Pakistan as its colony !!
And now it is again all pervading RAW that has planted a Hindu Monster, Modi, as India's Prime Minister who is giving Pakistan a very tough time. This Hindu monster is so powerful that world leaders listen to him carefully but they go to sleep when Pakistani PM gets up to speaks!
Promotion of RAW-phobia is the best way to glue together what is left worthy of governance in Pakistan. It is something that Islam fails to do in the Islamic State of "Purity"!
Fortunately or unfortunately, there are still some folks in Pakistan who can think on rational lines. But they also appear confused and frustrated when they shout:
La ilaha Ilallah; Pakistan ka matlab kiya?
(There is no God but Allah. What does Pakistan mean?)
Pakistan is a riddle perhaps even Allah can't solve but if you think you are smarter, try explaining the meaning of Pakistan to Pakistanis !
Good Luck!!
You may also like to read:
The Best Way India should Deal with Pak sponsored terrorism
What makes Pakistan Pakistan !
Kashmir: Where Religion is killing Culture
Wahhabism: The Ideological Force Behind Islamic Extremism


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Not as wonderful as I hoped cruise.
Sail Date: November 24, 2007
Reviewed: 9 years ago
Traveled As: Couple
Room Type: Inside
Pros: cabin stewards great work and attitude
Cons: hidden costs
Recommends Pride of America? Yes!
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|Ship Quality
|Food and Dining
|Buffet style was great with the options of food and options on times. The specialty restaurants were really not much better than the buffet and you had to pay to get in. We did eat at three of the specialty restaurants during the week and was not pleased with the preparation of the food in the steak house, the reservation system in the italian restaurant, and the dress code in the third. In my opinion a guest should be able to wear kaki shorts with a button-up shirt to dinner .....especially since sandals are allowed.
|Service and Staff
|All uniformed personnel were friendley. Did observe several employee's of the ship off duty acting loud and intoxicated around about 100 guests.
|theater was a mix between laughing and almost crying because it was so bad. The magic and comedians were kinda low quality but still entertained. The shows like "the newlywed game' were done well and many guest including myself enjoyed them.
|Cabin / Stateroom
|Stateroom seems to be a perfect size for two people. It was decorated niceley. We did notice the design of the bathrooms were somewhat flawed in that the shower water covered the bathroom floor from the ship's movement...perhaps a small twin inch time rim around the shower would work well.
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|Hilo, Hawaii
|Volcano & Rainbow Falls worth seeing.
|Nawiliwili, Kauai
|The most beautiful of the islands with the trees, flowers, shrubs, grasses. Truely paradise.
|Kahului, Maui
Molokini Crater Snorkel.....A+++++. A boat ride, snorkel with exotic fish, snap pictures, another boat ride then snorkel with huge/beautiful turtles, eat a great lunch on the boat, all you can drink ride back to land. Perfect for relaxing without doing any of the hike's through rainforests.
Don't Miss: molokini crater snorkel
|Kailua-Kona, Hawaii
Our most favorite shore excurision. Totally remote, secluded area that allows you to feel you are discovering the Hawiian history yourself. It is a physical journey riding a wonderful off-road vehicle and hiking to hidden waterfalls but the amount of persons who take this trip is limited to 12 and it is all remote and natural without all the tourists. The guide Danny was outstanding. The meal was enjoyed at a public park with a beautiful coastline.
Don't Miss: kohala waterfalls adventure


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Not what we booked but still enjoyable.
Sail Date: August 06, 2016
Reviewed: 10 months ago
Traveled As: Family (older children)
Room Type: Balcony
First let me say that I would not recommend to friends booking this itinerary in August or possibly even late July when storm activity begins to appear. The captain had to change the itinerary due to a tropical storm that closed the port of Cabo San Lucas for three days. We (myself, wife and two sons, 18 and 20 years old) were looking forward to 2 days in Cabo but only got most of one day from 7am to 2:15pm. Instead we spent about one-and-half days in Puerto Vallarta, arriving at noon the first day, overnighting in PV and then departing at about 3 or 4pm the next day. The ship's Shore Excursion desk did a remarkable job attempting to rebook about 2,000 shore excursions. The captain also did a great job avoiding choppy seas, giving us mostly smooth sailing.
A highlight of the cruise was the Las Caletas Beach excursion at Puerto Vallarta. We really enjoyed the beach, the warm water and some optional activities (the Seal/Sea Lion encounter and a massage). The food and drinks were outstanding. We've been on 15 cruises and my wife commented that this was the best cruise excursion we ever experienced. In Cabo, my wife and 20-year-old son did the Dolphin Swim and thoroughly enjoyed it.
Carnival did a great job of keeping passengers entertained while at sea. We especially enjoyed the comedy shows. There were typically two or three or more nightly, PG family shows and the R+ (18 and older) beginning at 9pm and later. All were great! During the 7-day cruise, Carnival brought in 4 comedians so there was always fresh material.
A downside of the cruise was the rudeness of some passengers. While the vast majority of passengers are polite enough, we found that parents with young to pre-teen children were rude. Any rudeness by their children, either intentional or inadvertent, was either ignored, condoned or even defended and encouraged by the parents. These parents seem to feel that any form of self-expression by their children should be acceptable to all. In Cabo, the ship departure was delayed by over an hour waiting for two very late passengers who waved to everyone "greeting" them as they finally arrived aboard the tender.
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|Cabin / Stateroom
|As always, having a verandah gives a whole dimension of private enjoyment. The beds are comfortable and our cabin steward was excellent (with some training by us as to what we wanted). We were located forward, which was convenient to the gym above us on deck 9 though less convenient to our assigned dining room on deck 2, aft.
|Embarkation and Disembarkation
|We purchased Faster to the Fun (FTTF) passes for our two cabins. We had hoped they would work faster than they did, especially at embarkation. We read some reviews were those with FTTF passes got on the ship as early as 11:30am. We didn't board until about 1pm. However, disembarkation was very quick for us, leaving the ship at about 8:35am, getting through customs and arriving in the embarkation/disembarkation area by 9am.
|Ship Quality
|The ship decor includes a lot of ancient Greek based themes along with some areas that include decor inspired by Through the Looking Glass or Phantom of the Opera. Our family was divided in our impressions. The decor appealed to two of us while two of us found it to be dark and unattractive.
|Destinations and Excursions
|As I mentioned, our itinerary changed so some of our planned activities for Cabo didn't work out. We highly recommend the Las Caletas Beach Hideaway excursion in Puerto Vallarta. We also did the Best of Puerto Vallarta and Shopping Tour (since we ended up with extra time in PV due to the storm that hit Cabo). Our guide, Miguel, spoke excellent English and was very knowledgeable by all things Puerto Vallarta and its history. However, the tour itself included very little in the way of actually stopping to see historical sites. The church was a highlight. The shopping consisted mainly of three stops, two of which were at high-end jewelry shops and one at a collection of street vendors.
|Onboard Activities
|We liked the variety of trivia games conducted by cruise staff on a wide variety of topics, from sports to animal trivia to general knowledge and classic rock songs. As for the rest, there was only so much miniature gold and ping pong that our sons could do. The basketball court is enclosed with netting that prevents much arcing of the ball.
|We only went to the evening comedy shows, which were really entertaining. Otherwise, we did a couple of Bingos that, with the computer-generated number selection, seemed sketchy. We're used to seeing the accumulated jackpot go on the last day of the cruise but not on the Miracle. Since it didn't go in 49 numbers in the coverall game, there was only about a $450 payout with Carnival retaining the remainder of the $4,000 jackpot.
|Service and Staff
|The maitre d' was very good at accommodating passenger requests. However, the service was a bit spotty. I ordered a surprise birthday cake for my wife that didn't show up at dessert. I had to go to the maitre d' who addressed the issue immediately but the whole situation was awkward. Communication is uneven among the wait staff.
|Food and Dining
|We had early sitting with a booth for our family of four. The food was mostly very good or good, typically not excellent except for the pizza in the Lido buffet area. The Lido buffet was better than what we had on RCL. The dining room food was comparable. The concoctions at the Alchemy Bar are excellent!
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|Long Beach (Los Angeles), California
|We stayed at the Long Beach Hilton on their park and cruise package. Comfortable and convenient. The next day we were shuttled to the nearby cruise terminal. When we returned, we tried calling the Hilton for pick-up but they never answered the phone so we had to Uber back to the hotel. The front desk explained that something was wrong with their phone system and comped us for the Uber fare. Otherwise, excellent service.
|Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
|Enjoyed the dolphin excursion here and lunch. Not much time left for anything else since we had to board the tenders by 2:15pm.
|Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
|Las Caletas Beach Hideaway is a really enjoyable excursion. The Best of PV & Shopping Tour needs improvement in its itinerary.
There is only one outlet in the cabin so if you have multiple devices to plug in, we would recommend that you bring an outlet strip.


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Toronto Mayor Rob Ford has suspended a senior member of his staff and long-time family friend for comments he made to a newspaper reporter, but indicated the staffer will continue to work in his office.
Dave Price, hired this spring as director of operations and logistics and a familiar figure at Mr. Ford's side, was suspended Tuesday for a week without pay, a spokesman in the mayor's office confirmed.
Asked about Mr. Price at an event Wednesday, Mr. Ford refused to offer details, saying, "Dave is a very hard worker. We all make mistakes. He's made a mistake, and that's it. I'm not getting into anything else."
Mr. Price became the centre of media reports this week when it was revealed by the CBC that he called the radio show hosted by the mayor and his brother at least six times before joining the mayor's staff, identifying himself as "Dave from Scarborough" or "Dave from Etobicoke." In all instances, he voiced strong support for the Ford administration, and at times used inflammatory language to describe its opponents.
What led to Mr. Price's suspension was the actions he took after that story broke. Unhappy with the headline on a story, Mr. Price placed an anonymous call to a Toronto Sun reporter to complain and refused to confirm his identity when challenged. After hearing a tape of that call, Mr. Ford took action. Mr. Ford also apologized for the call, The Sun reported.
This is not the first time Mr. Price has made headlines since he arrived at city hall in April.
A Globe investigation published earlier this month revealed that Mr. Price had participated in Doug Ford's hashish-selling enterprise in the 1980s. Doug Ford, now an Etobicoke councillor, has denied those allegations, and Mr. Price did not respond to requests for comment for that story.
When asked in April why Mr. Price, who had formerly worked as a financial adviser, had been hired, Councillor Ford told The Globe and Mail, "You can't teach loyalty."
While most of the attention on the mayor's office was focused on Mr. Price, another familiar figure in Mr. Ford's office left Wednesday. Chris Fickel, a special assistant who regularly was on the sidelines at the football field while Mr. Ford coached his high school team, resigned. Since the stories appeared about the alleged video purportedly showing the mayor smoking crack, seven staff members have left the mayor's office. (The mayor has said he does not use crack and is not an addict.)
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Which contracts are responsible?
I'd also add in Thornton's rookie contract, and the offer sheet Carolina made to Fedorov in 1998.
Anybody think of other deals that raised the bar?
Thornton's rookie contract surely kept the bar raised high, but other than Kovalchuk, I can't really think of too many who benefited by comparing to the Thornton contract.
Same with the Fedorov contract. That ended up being one of the last, if not the last offer sheet that was signed. There were not other contracts that were top loaded with all incentives and a lower guarantee like that. It no doubt helped to raise the bar for UFA's like Turgeon & Roenick, but I think the Sakic contract is more responsible for the Federov contract and so on.
Fedorov got something like $28 million for 4 months of work in 98. I know his deal averaged out to about $6 million a year, but the Red Wings were thinking more in the $4-5 million range when resigning him. And just for the record, that offer sheet was made of of spite, becuase Karmanos and Ilitch don't like each other, and Karmanos knew Ilitch would match it. And Karmanos is one of the owners crying and complaining now.
Too many owners trying to throw each other under the bus for the benefit of their own franchise, not enough owners regarding each other as partners in a larger business.
TO offered Ohlund $2m/y as a rookie. That hurt the nucks, but I don't think it flowed through to the NHL as whole.
The Sakic contract did lead to the Lindros one. The Fedorov contract was also crazy and probably cost the NHL more than any other deal. Both Jagr and Bure had clauses in their contracts that went:
"If Pavel gets 40 goals, 90 points in season X, he is guaranteed the average of the top three players in the NHL." His salary jumped from $5 million to nearly $9 million when Fedorov made $28 million. Tkachuk's deal - another ill-advised RFA offered contract - was also inflationary.
When these offers were being made, salaries were increasing from 15-20% a year. Those kinds of increases ended several years ago. There is a clear distinction to be made between players who came into the NHL before the new CBA and after the new CBA.
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