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Boho Mexica
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Venue details
Boho Mexica 151-153 Commercial Street
- Venue phone:
020 7377 8418
- Venue website:
- Opening hours:
Lunch served noon-2.30pm Wed-Fri. Brunch served 12.30-4.30pm Sun, Sun. Dinner served 5.30-10pm Mon, Tue; 5.30-11pm Wed, Thur; 5-11.30pm Fri, Sat; 5-10.30pm Sun
- Transport:
Tube: Liverpool Street tube/rail
- Price:
Main courses £10.50-£15.95
Boho Mexica
- 151-153 Commercial Street
- www.bohomexica.co.uk
- 51.521096,-0.075640
- 151-153 Commercial Street
Boho Mexica
Reviews & ratings
I'm afraid I don't rate this place highly. The atmosphere was nice enough but was spoilt for me by a rude waiter with bad attitude and then another who was equally rude and pretended she didn't understand me when I complained about the first guy. The food also was mediocre.
Chloe Davies Fri Nov 8Rated as: 2/5 -
I find it hard to reconcile some of the negative comments with my experience of Boho. I went as part of a 4some on a busy Saturday night and, although I needed to find someone to ask to be seated, they were able to accommodate us straight away with no fuss in a great spot. The staff were friendly (and very good looking, I might add). The food came quickly and was tasty. Yes the portions are not huge but neither are the prices so I don't think others' complaints are justified (Go to Las Iguanas if you want franchise portions) I certainly left full after having paid only 27 quid for a starter, main and a cocktail (including service). I've been to Mexico and to be honest, I'm tired of hearing the rants and whinges of puritans who recoil from anything but their vision of "true Mexican food" - the reality is no cuisine is as good as what you'll find outside the country so get over it!! Enjoy Boho Mexico! Its great!
Svar Sun Sep 29Rated as: 4/5 -
We went to Boho on a quiet Sunday - about 3 other tables in there. Frustratingly, the service was incredibly slow and incompetent. We had to ask to be seated, asked to be served and ask for the bill and then wait 10 mins for it.
The food was ok, I have certainly had better and the portions were small.HD Sun Sep 22Rated as: 1/5 -
It's been a long time I've been looking for the right quesadillas, crispy and full of cheese, and I've found them here!! Also the marinated pork is delicious.
Simple ingredients mixed perfectly without being heavy like most of the Mexican restaurants in London.
Just the drinks I've tried (the beer with lime and chilly and the margarita) were not amazing.
But definitely will be back!karin Sun Sep 15Rated as: 3/5 -
I have been to many mexican restaurants and bars across London and it´s sometimes difficult to find authentic mexican food. Normally we, customers have to enjoy Tex Mex or reinterpreted mexican food. In my opinion, and after knowing the country more than just as a tourist, Boho Mexica offers traditional mexican food that you can find in different areas of the country. Our food was really like in Mexico, although flavours are strong and not everybody can stand the chilli...The tacos were delicious, they made some changes in the menu recently, with more vegi options (tortitas hongos) , the drinks amazing, and the staff quite friendly. Too noisy and busy for me on the WE. However I recommend it as a cool place to eat, drink, listen good music in East London. Ah, everything is fresh and home made!
Emily Thu Jun 27Rated as: 4/5 -
We went to the restaurant with friends after having read good reviews about this place but our expectations were not met. Mexican beer mixed with basic Bloody Mary ingredients was a horrible combination. Food we ordered obviously had wrong combination of flavours and sauces and tasted rotten. We left the place with sick stomachs and had to take medicine to stop being sick. Would not recommend this place to people with gentle/sensitive stomachs. The atmosphere was of a low cost canteen, but the food was overpriced for its quality and presentation.
Mari and Friends Thu Apr 11 -
My husband and I went there for lunch one day and ordered the enchiladas and some cocktails. Food was amazing that day and flavored so nice we were planning our next visit at the table. Server got our drinks wrong but we didn't complain. Unfortunately we returned on a Friday night with some friends and the good was dreadful! We were a bit embarrassed as we made a huge deal out if the place. Although we ordered the same dish it was completely different?! Bland, soggy, had different sauce and the rice and beans were just plain cooked rice with a dollop of black bean purée. Service was horrible and waited almost 20 mins for a drink and when we asked the snappy waitress just said its coming to never return. Finally by the third person we asked a drink arrived. Plantains were cold and rubbery. We have reservations for a party of 12 we had arranged but now after last night we plan on canceling and going elsewhere. Shame, we really enjoyed our first visit. Just goes to show if a restaurant isn't consistent customers won't return.
Amanda Dalby Sat Mar 16 -
tex mex is not mexican
Ana Tue Jan 29Rated as: 1/5 -
The extreme distribution of comments makes me want to go look for myself! It's definitely next on my list. I cannot rate it yet since I have not been there.
Joaquin Wed Dec 12 2012 -
I adore Mexican food as I spent a few years of my life there. The food is mexican as mexican mothers and granmas cook.... I had the amazing Zacatecan wedding roast recommended by a friend!i miss real mexican food so much and Boho is the only place where I can feel these flavours again... I understand that some people expect commercial Texmex but Mexican food is not about how Texas interpreted their food with burritos. The place is small and crowded, but the atmosphere is very nice. I felt in mexico, and with the memories of small taquerias and tabernas around...The staff is really friendly, i didn t have margaritas but they have a good selection of wine. We need more Bohos Mexica in London, a big city where no quality mexican food can be found except in this place. Too good to be true!
Ninna Thu Oct 25 2012Rated as: 5/5


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Craftsman 54 In. 26hp Turn Tight Hydrostatic Yard Tractor Non CA
Item# 07128858000 | Model# 28858Clearance. Intermediate markdowns may have been taken.
While supplies last
Specifications & Dimensions
Cutting Deck & Blade: | |
Blade Material: | Steel |
Blade Type: | Hi-Lift |
Blade Width (in.): | 2.5 |
Cutting Deck Material: | Stamped Steel |
Cutting Deck Nose Roller: | No |
Cutting Deck Style: | Side Discharge |
Cutting Deck Type: | Vented |
Cutting Height Adjustment Increments: | Spring assist |
Cutting Height Adjustment Type: | Spring Assisted Lever |
Cutting Height Maximum (in.): | 1.5 |
Cutting Height Minimum (in.): | 4 |
Cutting Positions: | 6 |
Cutting Width (In.): | 54 |
Deck Thickness (Gauge): | 11 |
Deckwash System: | Yes |
Discharge Location: | Side |
Number of Cutting Blades: | 3 |
Number of Deck Anti-Scalp Gauge Wheels: | 4 |
Controls and Features: | |
Blade Engagement Type: | Electric |
Blade Lift: | Manual |
Speed Control: | Foot pedal |
Dimensions: | |
Wheelbase (in.): | 48 |
Product Overview: | |
Color/Finish: | Black |
Commercial/Residential: | Commercial |
General Warranty: | 2 year full, 5 year frame limited lifetime front axle |
Item Weight (lbs.): | 556 |
Recommended Terrain: | Flat with some hills |
Recommended Yard Size: | Up to 2 acres |
Terrain Type: | Flat, Hilly, Obstacles |
Chassis: | |
Frame Material: | 11 ga. steel |
Frame Type: | Channel |
Front Axle Material: | Cast iron |
Number of Wheels: | 4 |
Step Thru Frame: | Yes |
Handling & Operating: | |
Brakes Type: | Disk |
Cruise Control: | Yes |
Electric Clutch For Attach.: | Yes |
Hour Meter: | Yes |
Steering Type: | Conventional |
Steering Wheel Type: | Deluxe |
Drive System: | |
Maximum Forward Speed (mph): | 5.2 |
Maximum Reverse Speed (mph): | 2.9 |
Mow in Reverse: | Yes |
Number of Forward Speeds: | Infinite |
Number of Reverse Speeds: | Infinite |
Shifter Location: | Pedal control |
Turning Radius (in.): | 6 |
Turn Tight: | Yes |
Motor-Engine: | |
Air Filter Type: | Auto-type paper |
Cooling Fan: | Yes |
Cooling System Type: | Fan-cooled |
Cylinder Liner: | Cast iron |
Electronic Ignition: | Yes |
Engine Brand: | Briggs & Stratton(r) |
Engine Cycles: | 4-cycle |
Engine Lubrication System: | Full pressure |
Engine Series: | 26 HP Vtwin |
Engine Displacement (cc): | 724 |
Horsepower: | 26 |
Number of Cylinders: | 2 |
Oil Filter Type: | Spin On |
Overhead Valve Engine: | Yes |
Throttle Adjustment: | Remote |
Wheels & Tires: | |
Anti-Scalp Gauge Wheels: | Yes |
Front Tire Size: | 15 x 6 x 6 in. |
Rear Tire Size: | 20 x 10 x 8 in. |
Wheel Grease Zerks: | Yes |
Accessory or Attachment: | |
3 Bin Bagger Part Number: | #24917 |
Accepts Bagger: | Yes |
Dozer Blade Capable: | No |
Electric Lift Kit Capable: | No |
Ground-Engaging Attach.: | No |
Hauling Equipment: | Heavy Hauling, Light Hauling |
Mulch Kit Included: | Sold Separately |
Mulch Kit Part Number: | #24154 |
Snow Blade or Thrower Capable: | Snow thrower, Snow blade |
Fuel System: | |
Fuel Capacity (gal.): | 3 |
Fuel Gauge Location: | On Tank |
Fuel Type: | Gasoline |
Convenience: | |
Adjustable Seat: | Yes |
Cup Holder: | Yes |
Headlights: | Yes |
Gauge Accessory: | |
Battery Ammeter: | No |
Convenience Features: | |
Power Steering: | None |
Certifications: | |
CARB Compliant: | Not Compliant with Cali. Air Resource Board |
Location: | All other |
Seat: | |
Arm Rests: | No |
Others: | |
Tractor Grade: | Yard Tractor |
Ratings & Reviews
Product Description
The Right Lawn Tractor Makes the Weekend Count
Powered by the Briggs & Stratton® 26 hp Platinum V-Twin engine and coupled Craftsman's exclusive Turn Tight™ technology, this mower gets the toughest yard jobs done in less time. The naturally balanced V-Twin engine delivers greater torque, lower vibration and less noise, while Turn Tight technology delivers the tightest turning radius of any yard tractor available on the market . The tight radius makes maneuvering in congested areas a cinch, while equipped with a pair of wide rear wheels, it digs into slippery turf for a smoother, safer ride no matter where the lawn needs cutting.
Ideal for large yards, this tractor features a massive 54 inch cutting deck delivering wider and better cut quality with less passes. Built to last a lifetime, the heavy-duty design with a cast-iron front axle supports delivers speed and strength, while the spring loaded deck system makes lifting and cleaning easy. A foot pedal drive gives you speed control and maneuverability while premium hydrostatic automatic transmission always delivers smooth power. A solid machine, that's built to get that grass cut through the seasons, have a seat and get cutting.
- Ideal for mowing large yards, but maneuverable enough for small
- Exclusive Craftsman Turn Tight™ Technology delivers best in class maneuverability with a 6 in. turning radius
- 26 hp Briggs & Stratton® Platinum V-Twin engine
- Widest 54" precision cut deck for covering large areas with less passes
- Spring loaded deck lift system
- 4 adjustable gauge wheels and nose roller
- Premium hydrostatic automatic transmission
- Foot Pedal drive for added convenience
- Handy cup holder
- Headlights for better visibility
- Cast-iron axle for greater durability
- Wider step thru area makes mounting/dismounting easy
- Automotive type slide seat system for a relaxed ride
- Fully assembled
- 2-year full, 5-year frame and limited lifetime cast iron axle warranty
- Not available for sale in California
Added on December 17, 2010
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Those benefits were not conditioned on the positive or negative content of the review.
Most Helpful Reviews
Got my tractor from the Sears in Missoula. The salesman (Bruce) that I purchased it from was very friendly, very knowledgeable, and helpful. So were the two guys in the warehouse that helped me load it on the trailer. I read all the existing reviews on this tractor before buying it, and they were mixed, but I decided to take a chance anyway. I can honestly say that if you just went and hopped on the tractor and tried to start mowing, you would have problems. READ the MANUAL. Do the tires have too much air in them? Yes, but it says that in the manual. Do the deck wheels need adjusted after you get it home? Yes, but it says that in the manual. Does it come with just fumes in the tank? Yes, but it has to ship that way because of D.O.T regs. Check the oil level, deflate the tires to the right pressure, adjust the deck wheels, and then give it a go. I could definitely say if I had just started it up and tried to mow with it "as is" it would have been getting stuck, losing traction, digging into the yard, not mowing evenly, etc, etc. I was mowing 1 to 1 1/2 ft. tall grass on a 5 acre property we had just bought and it performed very nicely. I do think I will replace the two front deck wheels with castor/crazy wheels in the near future for the simple fact that the deck wheels that come with the mower are pointed straight forward and they work fine when you're going straight, but when you try to turn in deep grass or damp areas and lose some steering traction, the deck wheels try to keep you moving in a straight line (they're fighting the steering wheels). If they were castor wheels, they would still do the same job and when you turned, they would go with the flow vs. fight the turning. If you've ever been around a JD garden tractor made back in the 80's, you would know what I mean. A lot of their decks had castor wheels in the front and they worked great. Sears/Husq might want to consider this for future models as it would cut down on a bunch of the complaints and be an easy fix. Not crazy about all the safety stuff on there, but I guess it is 2012. It would be nice if you could re-situate yourself on the seat a little bit without the engine cutting out. The hydrostat transmission was great. No issues. Liked the cruise control. It turns very sharp-almost to the point you could bend a tie-rod if you were going too fast and were in bumpy ground. It might turn a little "too tight" if that's the case, but all the manufacturers are trying to have the tightest turning radius in history, so be cautious when turning all the way L or R. The engine is a flat out monster. No need whatsoever to have it full throttle to mow. You're just wearing things out faster than necessary that way. B&S has a great powerplant. I would buy this tractor again. The last real garden tractor I used was back in the late 80's when I had a B-10 Allis Chalmers with a 42" deck and a 10 HP Briggs. Cutting 12" wider with 16 more HP is definitely a change! This is a major upgrade for me and I am happy with the tractor.
Stevensville, Montana.
North Liberty, IN
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The machine has potential to be great but the design of the "Tight Turn" feature is need of a serious design review. I am only one of many who have had issues with the tires wearing out prematurely (less than 60 hours) due to extreme toe-out on the front tires. This condition cannot be adjusted since the steering link arms have no adjustment and there is no tie-rod as is typical on many machines. Sears/Husqvarna obviously acknowledge the deficiency by offering retro-fit steering links that are adjustable through Sears Parts for about $130 a set. Couple that with the worn out tires and your pushing $250 for a known defect. Other than the frustration of the known steering problem, the YT4500 has been a good value. I've had this unit now 3 years. It mows well and with the big 54" deck takes me less than 35 min. to mow my 1/2 acre lot. I also bought a new snowblower attachment 2 years ago and it works great! The big 26HP engine really eats up the snow. If it weren't for the front end issue, I'd give this thing 5 stars....too bad.
Plumerville, AR
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I have had it for 2 years, the front tires have fell off twice, drive it only on grass and the front tires have worn to the cords. it came to me like the axle was bent but sears said it was alright. if the grass is damp has no traction, for a 26 hp has no power. had a murry with a 21 hp that mowed and went faster. this is the digest P.O.S I have ever bought! They wont allow any other rating than poor because if they did I would of used it.
Marion, VA
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I bought this mower to replace our 14 year old mower that finally conked out last October. People have to understand that there is some work to do to the mower when you get it home. The store guys can't set it up for every yard. Firstly for, shipping purposes, the air in the tires is double what is recommended so you'll have to let some of the air out. If not the tires will not have good traction. Secondly the deck settings are extremely easy to adjust. Find a nice even spot. You want the front of the deck to be between a ?" to ?" higher than the rear of the deck to ensure a good even cut. All it takes is a 3/4" wrench to adjust both sides (rear) and the front. The deck wheels should be adjusted to be just off the ground when in your normal cutting position. I took my deck wheels off and readjusted them then used locking washers when I put them back on the deck. I have had no problems with the deck wheels either coming loose or off. 68 hrs. of usage and not one problem.
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This is the most expensive lawn mower I have ever bought, but mostly the WORST I have ever owned. I cut 5 acres with this and almost every time I cut, something breaks. I replaced the cast housing for the blades 3 times, tension spring once, the tires are a joke if someone spits in front of it, I lose traction. I am always getting stuck if the grass is wet or on a hill. The power is disgraceful for 26 h.p. I'm sorry I ever bought this, so please take my advice, BUY SOMETHING ELSE!!!!!
Kinston, NC
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I am totally disappointed in this mower. The 26 hp and 54 " deck is a let down. I get stuck in my yard, the deck sounds like it is dragging, the hp won't even climb a small incline, won't always crank, uses too much gas, the hood bounces up & down, rough ride. My little 42" Troy Built from ***** took longer to mow but at least it could handle the job. I have a full acre and this Craftsman is not worth what I paid for it. And now I am stuck with it. Maybe my local repair man can figure out how to make it work better. Definitely would not buy another one.
Clayton, DE
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After 21 hrs of use these items failed any measurable test: Difficult to start-engine appears to lose fuel prime after four days Mower deck fills w/grass and boggs down, doesn't mulch or discharge Must use highest deck setting; needs higher available settings Seat does not latch; slides around--locking tangs not long enough Consumes nearly twice as much fuel vs my 1996 26hp Briggs Available turn radius at nominal speed exceeds stated TR-apprx 24 " Noticeable decrease in power on a 1% up grade (rise/run)
Sierra Vista, AZ
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YT 4500 with the Briggs & Stratton engine. Used it to mow about 4 acres of prairie desert grassland type land, some of which hasn't been mowed in years. And it's the rainy season right now, so all the grass, weeds, etc. are super thick and high. Took the tractor into some fields that literally have not been mowed in 5+ years. 3 1/2 foot high grass, pig weed and sacaton. Also a lot of dead, woody material from previous summers. This thing went through all of it with power to spare. Rocks? No problem. The deck wheels actually do a good job keeping the deck above objects like large rocks, etc. I must have run over 5 or 6 good-sized rocks accidentally (the biggest was about the size of a hunting dog's head) and when the blades hit them, it split them up and kept on chugging. I even ran into some unseen fencing wire (thick gauge wire) that got wrapped around the blade spindle. It took about 20 minutes to cut it loose, but after I got it off, the mower was fine. Not even slightly out of balance. I ran this thing over sacaton clumps, mesquite tree saplings and super thick, high grass. It handled everything I threw at it without any problems...not even a flat tire. I was very impressed. This tractor is VERY robust and quite maneuverable for its size. I am not exaggerating when I tell you it handled ground that most people would have used a bush hog for. The only problem I noticed was that after about 20 minutes of initial use, the steering wheel was about 90 degrees off from the two front wheels. All i had to do was pop off the center steering wheel cover, take off the retainer nut, re-position the steering wheel and I was good to go. Some of the cosmetic pieces may rattle loose, but the parts that are important (deck, blades, engine) are rock solid IMO. Overall, I am extremely satisfied with this tractor. I think it's as good, if not better, than competitor models, and you won't have to take out a second mortgage to afford it.
Richburg, SC
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Let me start by saying my last mower, Craftsman YTS4000, was.awesome until it was stolen. I replaced it with the yt4500 thinking it would be a step up but boy was I wrong. It would bogg down way too easy. Even after cutting it would bogg down going over the clippings. Too big deck for the Kohler motor I guess. My old 24 hp briggs never had that problem. Unless your grass is very thin, I would not recommend.
Powhatan, VA
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1. the turn tight. they claim that w/ the 6" turn radius that it turns almost as fast as a zero turn but what really happens is that the wheels turn but you still go straight and end up pushing the turned tires and mess up your lawn 2. Slow. the salesman claimed that it ran just as fast as a zero turn but this one definitely does not. 3. lastly it alway getting stuck ALWAYS I don't know if the tires aren't aggressive enough or its because theres not a lot of weight to it idk so if your 80+ and have a completely flat piece of land and have all day to cut it then this mower is for you. Ps. don't let the salesman talk you in to this mower like he did me
Tulsa, OK
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We previously owned a Murray wide-body 38" rider, which was great for our .75 acres in town. I could mow the whole thing in about 30-40 minutes. About three months ago, we moved to 5.5 acres. Its all flat, but a little rough out in the pasture areas. We have only been mowing the front 3 acres, but it took nearly 6 hours to mow 3 acres with the Murray and I bent a spindle when I hit a hole. Since getting this Craftsman, my mowing time has been cut by over half. It now only takes me about 2.5 hours to mow. Many of the other reviews were very helpful. The tire pressure was high when it was delivered and the delivery guys know nothing about the tractor (keep in mind, these are the same folks that will be delivering your mattress and any other large item). Once I adjusted the deck, which was extremely simple compared to the Murray, and released pressure from the tires, this thing has been mowing the heck out of my 3 acres. Excellent tractor!
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Meet the new class of AlphaLab Gear (Video)
On Friday, I had the chance to stop by AlphaLab Gear's new space in East Liberty and meet with some of the first teams inducted into the program.
FreshTemp: Founder and CEO Jeff Rieger said the idea behind FreshTemp's product is to digitize temperature logs for restaurants and other industries that must keep an active temperature log. Automating the process with a wireless temperature sensor, Rieger said not only is it more efficient, eliminating the need for paper records, but also it is more accurate than traditional methods.
Watch the video and read more on Pittsburgh Business Times.
AlphaLab Gear looks to boost hardware, robotics startups
A new startup accelerator has launched in Pittsburgh with an eye on robotics.
AlphaLab Gear opened on Monday, inviting early-stage companies working in hardware and robotics to join the accelerator program. AlphaLab Gear's accelerator initiative starts first with cash. The company will offer $25,000 to startups for 5 percent equity. Those firms that need $50,000 will have to hand over 9 percent of the company to AlphaLab Gear.
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Alex Teves treasured Marvel and DC comics with their Spider-Man and Batman icons, and he was at his best in high school when he wrote about the superhero genre in English class.
He revered the enduring themes of good versus evil, and he is remembered here, in the place where he grew into a man, as one of the good guys: a boy who inspired an "Alex Teves Day" at school, pursued a calling to heal both minds and bodies, and died at age 24 facing evil in the darkness of a crowded Colorado movie theater.
"If you want to describe Alex in one word, he was just good," says his father, Tom Teves. "He wasn't a standout in anything, but he cared about people."
It is the goodness of humanity that Teves wants the world to know and remember: the virtues of his son -- and the 11 others killed at a midnight premiere of the latest Batman movie, "The Dark Knight Rises," in a cinema in Aurora, Colorado.
That desire has taken shape as a crusade. In the midst of mourning his first born, Tom Teves has wrested purpose from his grief -- the Alex Teves Challenge, he calls it. He demands that the media stop naming and showing images of the gunmen in mass murders.
Publicity glorifies killers, he says, and the notoriety spurs others to commit the same barbarities just for attention.
Columbine. Virginia Tech. Tucson. And now Aurora.
Alex Teves had just completed his master's degree in psychological counseling. His father says he would have condemned the practice of focusing on the murderers.
Remember the victims, the heroic acts, Tom Teves exhorts.
Let good triumph over evil.
'A zest for life'
Alex Teves died shielding his girlfriend from the rain of bullets. His last act was more than just heroism.
It attested to his nature to help humankind.
Fresh out of the University of Denver with his master's degree, he was readying to seek another degree, a bachelor's in physical therapy at the University of Colorado at Boulder.
He chose this long path because he wanted to heal the whole person, his family says.
Tom Teves is deeply satisfied that the oldest of the couple's three children, all sons, came to know himself so well.
"He told me one day, 'I'm not going to do what you do -- because it's business,'" says Teves, an executive for a corporate services firm.
Alex said he didn't have it in him to order people around. "And it was my proudest moment. He knew what he wanted to do," the father adds.
Alex's mother, Caren, recalls his ever-present smile and appetite for life.
"He loved food. He loved to travel. He loved to explore new things. He just had a zest for life. He just wanted to experience everything he could.
"I'm glad he did as much as he could in the time he had here."
He met his girlfriend in graduate school, and Alex planned to marry her once he finished his studies, the mother says.
In the elegantly designed Phoenix community of Ahwatukee, where the boulevards are desert-landscaped with saguaro cacti and palo verde trees, Alex was such an ordinary guy of irrepressible cheer that he was celebrated for it by his classmates at Desert Vista High School, a high-performing public school opened in 1996 that sends graduates to the Ivy League.
Every day, he wore a crisp, white T-shirt, blue jeans and loafers to school; he just wasn't into materialism and liked to think of the more important things, his mother said. By his senior year, his AP statistics classmates -- and then the entire class of 2006 -- decided to hold a day in his honor. Everyone came to school dressed like him.
And now, says his mother, friends and supporters of those slain in the movie theater massacre held a memorial service in Denver with an Alex Teves dress code, and friends in Hawaii told the family they were planning a similarly attired service.


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That Batman logo has been around as long as I have... Yes, yes. I know... Dating myself. However! This necklace is stylish & not comic-book crass. If the man in my life ain't interested in wearing it, I certainly will be! It'll snap up my viewing of the movie, for certain.
Men's Necklace Give Away
Yes folks, Nomination is at it again. They're sponsoring another online promotional give away. This one's for the guys. And once again, Wise Bread readers are being given first crack. Contest deadline is 9:00 a.m. EST next Tuesday, July 15, 2008. Read on for details.
The folks at Nomination, famous for their steel and gold jewelry designs, have created two new jewelry lines inspired by the DC Comics Superman and Batman characters. To celebrate, they are giving away this men's necklace, which normally retails for one hundred fifteen dollars. Pretty snazzy, wouldn't you say? And with the new Batman movie coming out this summer, our lucky winner will be styling it big time.
How do you enter? Just pop us a comment below telling us how winning this super hero inspired necklace will help you get your groove on this summer season. Once again, the contest deadline is 9:00 a.m. EST next Tuesday, July 15, 2008. Good luck guys!
I love Batman because he solves problems with his mind, not super human strength...he is someone we can all strive to be..and he rocks!
It doesn't matter being gay, straight, B sexual or no matter what.
Why not look as good and sexy as you can
Personally I don't stop buying at Necklaces for men
By the way gay guys usually look nicer..
The Batman necklace would go great with my Batman cape, Batman utility belt, and Batman tights...
But in all seriousness this summer is the first time I will be living on my own and this necklace would give me major props with first impressions with my new boss, coworkers, and roommates. I usually make good first impressions but this would be the icing on the cake! Plus its a startup company and we're all super hero fans ;D
How can anyone not want to emulate Batman and his lesser alter-ego, Bruce Wayne? While Bruce Wayne is the epitome of cool mixed with smart investment, Batman is the ultimate testament to self-discipline and self-confidence; two very important accessories to carry with you all Summer long.
Nothing says, "I'm a man who will turn himself into an Olympic-caliber athlete and fight crime as a result of my parents' untimely death," the way this necklace does. With any luck, I'll have all the ladies thinking, "There's one guy I trust to save me from various escaped inmates of Arkham Asylum."
My 11 year old son has been telling me for the last couple months that he wants a necklace, but not a "girly" one, this would be perfect for him!
Does it come with any other accessories from the bat belt? I guess i could probably wear it alone, but oh, those wonderful toys!
Free stuff rocks. I might even make a habit of wearing jewelry. Or more likely gift it to my nephew who has recently discovered the awesomeness of BATMAN!
I would love to win this necklace! When I was younger, I was given the nickname "Batman" due to a rebellious stunt that involved me jumping out of a school bus window.
This necklace would be great to have.
Gr8 necklaces you have here, I myself when I'm looking for a really nice necklace for men I just surf to this store which has all of the necklace types a man would wish for himself:
Gr8 necklaces you have here, I myself when I'm looking for a really nice necklace for men I just surf to this store which has all of the necklace types a man would wish for himself:
Quite simply, it looks like it would perfectly cover up my embarrassing batman birthmark on the front of my neck.
I'd love to win this necklace to give to my friend who will be in France when the next movie is released. He's the biggest Batman fan I've met. One summer, a group of us would get together at his place once a week to have a Batman marathon.
We'd start with a cartoon, watch at least one episode of the 1940s series, and then watch 2 episodes from the late 1960s. He, of course, owns all things associated with Batman. How's that for obsessed?
Dear Alfred,
Would you please see that my new Batman necklace is polished up for the debut of my new movie ?
Thanks old chum.
If i am going to wear anything jewelry related it will be something Batman. Bat-(Bling)(pow)(zap)(smack)(kick)
Secretly, I am Batman. Having that necklace would allow me to show off my sleek Batman logo at work. Unsuspecting people would think, "hey, cool necklace" or "you nerd". I would be thinking, "I am going to fight crime tonight."
My husband would love this. He collected Batman comics as a teenager for years, and still has a large part of the collection. His office has a Batman poster in it. He even refers to Batman in many of his online user names.
He completely deserves this necklace. Recently, I left my job to pursue my dream of becoming a professional writer. Now we are completely dependent upon his salary. During this process, he has been nothing but supportive and frequently tells me that he believes in me.
Plus he cooks. (His shrimp fettuccine alfredo rocks.) He's my hero, and I would love to be able to give this to him as a thank-you.
Ok so I admit I missed father's day for the hubby. I think I had an excuse our son was born the day after. So this necklace would be an awesome gift for him to wear when I give him a night to himself to go see the new movie in theaters.
WOULD love to win this necklace. wearing it would attract people to me and be a good conversation starter. thanks
Perfect gift for the upcoming birthday of my comic book theme crazy fiance! This necklace combined with some saddle bags for his motorcycle would make him one lucky boy.
I recently began wearing one of my late wife's shell necklaces, to keep her close to me.
at halloween, she became batwoman...always wore bat earrings, bat pins, bat necklaces...if I win, I will be her batman
thank you for the consideration
Kind regards
My husband and i were always pretty stylish, but I had to quit my job after our daughter was born, and he had to pick up an extra one. now we are beyond shabby chic. we're just shabby! I'd love to win this for my hubby; put a little polish back on the old ball and chain!
So I can pawn it for some much needed cash. Seriously, advertising for a movie with my jewelry? What's next, a contest where Pepsi will give me $500 to brand their logo onto my forehead?
But still, I would like to have the necklace.
My 12yo son is obsessed with super-heroes. He's spent the first part of the summer creating his own super-hero (looks like a hawk/bat cross). He's also an encylopedia buff and reads through the DC Comic Book Encyclopedia daily...Batman is a long time favorite. This necklace would bring a big grin to his face:-)
Ok, no I'm not. I never do. And I've come up with some good contest entry comments, darnit!
But here's my latest.
It would be cool to win, cause it would be cool to win!
Of course, it would be for my Husband, who would think he was cool with this expensive necklace on.
And that about does it!
Thanks for the chance!
Good luck to everyone!
I was thinking of some guy over in Afganistan needing this.He's your husband/brother/friend or neighbor.He's army/navy/air force or Marine.Not alot of hot home cooked meals lately, nor a coolor hot shower,not even a real bed to flop down on.No complaints he chose this.He will do his best evry day even though it is the hardest and pay is poor.They did however extend his tour and he is working without all the tools he needs.None of us needs this but it might make someones day that makes it so we are free! Just a thought
He's been going crazy waiting for The Dark Knight to be released. He's a huge comic book (especially Batman) fan. (OK, I admit I kinda like 'em too.) This would make a perfect birthday gift for him!
I've always been a fan of silver man-necklaces, and it'd look smashing as I start my first year of graduate school. We grad students are poor ya know!
I am a geek at heart and have been a huge Batman fan for years. I did a thesis on the viability of a real Batman figure in society for a law class.
My finacee has not found any type of necklace that she thinks looks good on me, but I really enjoy a little bling around my neck. She LOVES Batman and with the upcoming movie, I think she will agree to me wearing this, especially to the opening that we are going to.
Please help me find a way to make geek chic! It's a beautiful piece and I would be proud to wear it. I think I will have to let more people know about Wisebread, too. I didn't know you did contests!
Not only is batman an approved word in scrabble, but the necklace would also give me something to show other for my student loan. Other than the boxes of comics I mean. It's been almost 10 years.
If I win forget all the boys - I'm keeping it for myself. I may loan it out to one of the three males running around in my home.
Well NOW when some smart woman in the bar says ---"who do you think you are, BatMan?"---i can just show her my necklace.......
As a D.C. resident who has long been anticipating the release of "the Dark Knight," I would be so grateful for the necklace that I would actually wear it to the United States Senate, my place of employment, on the day that the film is released!
I appreciate your company's generosity, so thanks even if I don't get the necklace!
- David
I have a 7 year old cousin who absolutely ADORES batman. If I was given this it would go to him and make his year.
Read the fine print. The necklace is multi-functional, able to illuminate the sky with the batman sign, wirelessly unlock the batmobile, and unleash a batarang on insane villains. Could come in handy.
Us wisebread readers are so frugal, we need promotions to bling out!
This looks like a cool deal! Thanks for the Batman offer. If I won this necklace I could wear this cool necklace to work! :)
For the last few years I've been in the process of re-inventing myself both personally and professionally. Starting from scratch, basically. During this time I have shepherded my youngest son (21) through a number of crises. My oldest son (26), an Afghan vet and father of two recently had his marriage fall apart and he moved in with me and started a new job. I love my boys like nothing else so I didn't think twice about doing what was needed to help them. Through this they have expressed their gratitude and even called me a hero in their eyes. This always chokes me up because I love them and feel more like a failure than a hero. I have so little to offer them. This sounds kind of cheesy but seeing this necklace on myself in the mirror would remind me that a person can be a hero without everyone knowing about it and would help me rebuild my self image.
My 4 yr old adores batman and I can only imagine his reaction if he sees a batman bling hanging on my neck. He would certainly consider me a hero just like his idol!
Like other fans, I'm still mourning the loss of Heath Ledger, for whom, "The Dark Knight" is a fitting cap in his wonderful career. Seeing this necklace can help others remember the achievements of this remarkable man who touched a generation through his gifts.
One of the guys I work with, Mike, is totally into Batman, and he also wears (and looks great in!) necklaces.
Mike and I work in the marketing department of a humane society animal shelter in Arizona. He's a hard worker and a guy who really cares about the animals. We've had a very tough few months and he's been feeling down a lot. I think this Batman necklace would really cheer him up.
He's got Batman posters and all kinds of Batman stuff in his office; he wears Batman t-shirts. A Batman necklace would be perfect for him.
Thanks for considering this!
I am in the process of turning my life around (from a variety of previous bad choices and decisions on my own part) and have always had a thing for the dark knight.
Batman is the only super hero who relies, not on brute strength or magical powers, but on his strength of mind and character. He is industrious, insightful and selfless; things I believe we should all strive for in our lives.
I look up to him, not in hero worship, but in the respect that he is a real-man's hero, not something so hugely unattainable in everyday life. I have a batman tattoo, similar to the design of this necklace, to remind me everyday to strive to be a hero in my own life.
I would love to have this necklace as a symbol of my desire to change my life, as well as a compliment to my already existing Batman paraphernalia. I would genuinely appreciate more than I believe others, who simply want it as a pretty, shiny thing, would.
Thank you
My hubs totally loves batman and this would be so great if I won!! I'd love to gift it to him! Thanks!
Only a multi-millionaire like Bruce Wayne could have all the cool technology that makes Batman possible, and Batman is the only superhero with no super powers, just completely human. With this necklace, I'll be inspired to be the best I can be, and stand for what I know is right. Doing that here in America, I might just get to be rich like Bruce Wayne.
My husband has owned a game shop for kids for years. During this last year tho, he feels the kids are thinking he is an old guy (he is a young 59) so this necklace would help him get his groove on this summer with the kids. Thanks
A few weeks ago I turned 43 and just graduated with my MBA. I've been reading Wisebread's frugal living and personal finance material for a while now. It has greatly helped me in so many ways that I'm feeling a bit like a super hero to my own life (THANK YOU). I'm now now in charge of my personal finance/goals, and achieving a debt free life. This super hero inspired necklace will be the perfect compliment in helping me get my NEW groove on this summer season.
Thank you WISEBREAD and all those who contribute, your input has helped me greatly!
I have been changing my lifestyle and attitude over the past year. The two biggest projects I had going was my health, my career, and marrying the woman of my dreams.
I decided a year ago that it was time to get in shape. I have lost over 60 pounds so far. I have a long way to go, ( I was over 250 pounds), but I am working on it every day.
I also started working for a government agency that allows me a certain sense of satisfaction in my career. I had a string of VERY bad jobs. I finally have a job that allows me to give back to people. It is VERY satisfying to want to go to work every morning and make a difference in the world.
Also, over two years ago I met the woman of my dreams. She was perfect for me!! We married this year!!
It has been my year all around!!
I tell you all this stuff, because oddly enough, one of my role models for all this change was the character of Batman. I am a huge Batman fan. He has no super powers. He achieved everything he is through his own will power and perseverance . He pushed himself to limits no one else could. He represents all a person can be. That is what is driving me. To be the best I can be. Wearing a necklace like this one will be a constant reminder to push forward, persevere, and be the best I can be.
I just got married this past Memorial Day (May 26) to the love of my life and would love to surprise her with this wonderful necklace.
i'm taking my guy out to the premiere for his birthday (because we're both über dark knight geeks~ we both have vivid memories of watching the first dark knight in theatres when we were kids... in fact it was the only movie i saw that whole summer) and yet, i haven't found a present that he can take home and remember the day by.
and i'm more than happy to help him get his groove on ;)
I wold love to have this necklace. I have loved Batman for as long as I can remember. I have always wanted a bat mobile but hey the necklace would be a great start. I love batman because he is dark and mysterious yet disciplined and percise. Like me, he doesn't have all the answers but he sure tries to make a difference. Thanks Wise bread, -TANK-
my boyfriend is starting grad school in the fall, and this will be his last chance for a free summer...to live like a superhero before student life hits him. this would serve as a nice reminder the other life he had before he surrenders it to the world of research and free meals.
Middle aged, overweight, out of shape (unless you consider "round jello" a shape) and still I lust after the things of my childhood--grass between my toes, the wind whistling by my ears, and my long-lost Batman lunch box.
Those were the days. Summer used to last forever (hell Summer was different from the rest of the year because there was no school, and now it's just the same as the rest of the year, only brighter and warmer).
Oh well.. I guess I'd settle for the necklace. I guess...
Does this have to be for a guy? Looks like what I, a girl fan of Batman from back when I read the comics at the "Sweet Shop"would also wear! Hoorah for Unisex!
Looks s-wave - & I will let my husband wear it anytime he wants!
I just moved to LA and I think this necklace will give me the cajones I need to start kicking ass in the city! Won't you be so kind as to help me pimp out my neck and therefore get my groove on. Plus maybe it will shine really bright at the cars ahead of me and I won't have to deal with traffic...
I am 12 and if I had that necklace I'm positive I wouldn't be made fun of on my first day of middle school and that would make the year go much easier for me than it normally does. Thank you for your consideration.
My superhero boyfriend is always complaining that he never gets anything cool. So maybe this would shut him up. lol. Thanks so much for the opportunity.
My friend Steven has a minor obsession with Batman. Aside from the various pieces of Batman clothing (including ties that he wears to work at the US Attorney's office), he has a stuffed Batman bear and many other comic-related items scattered around his place. He has written a television show based on Batman called Darker Knights that he's shopping around to see if anyone is interested in producing it (by the way, if you guys know anyone at Warner Brothers, let me know). This would be the most incredible gift for him.
I'm currently home having some surgery done. After that I'll be headed back to Tacoma to complete my two year proselyting mission. I've been a fan of Batman since I was little; while in grade school when some teachers asked if I had a preferred name I would tell them "Bruce" and on multiple occasions I have set my facebook status to "Dan is batman."
I am Batman.
My husband would be thrilled to receive this gift. The only piece of *bling* that he wears is his wedding band. This would add some cha-cha-ching to his life and I'd be earning some major brownie points! :)
My husband would love this necklace. He's been wearing an old worn out "gold" necklace with a crucifix that looks like he got it in the 70's when men wore their shirts unbuttoned to the navel with layers of big gold chains. Ugh! Help me update his look this summer with this beautiful new batman inspired neckchain.
I live in San Francisco, the home of super obsessed fanboys. I'm tired of going to big movie premieres and watching them get all the fame and glory because they have costumes and props. I have no costumes or props. I'm just a girl who loves good superhero movies, and this necklace will help me make an elegant statement that I am a true fan. After I have had my shining moment, I will pass the necklace on to my teenage brother, who will probably wear it into his twilight years.
I work for an auto parts retail store and see alot of men wearing Batman accessories like belt buckles, rings, T-shirts,wallets, and even boxers. I like the necklace and think it would be a good conversation piece to show off at work and I may finally be accepted into the leauge of THE BATMEN!
I would love to have this necklace for my husband. This would perfectly express my appreciation of his unwavering patience. I have sustained a back injury, awaiting surgery (documentation can be provided if necessary), and he has been my hero. Without question he has taken over the "domestic" duties... everything meals, laundry, etc., while still traveling 50miles a day to work and twice a week in the evening to his second job just to make sure I am taken care of. After 32 years of marriage (yes, I am dating myself), this would be a great gift... an expression of my appreciation, show him that he is my hero. He is hoping I will be able/well enough, able to ambulate and tolerate the 2 +/- hours (including travel time)of sitting to see the new movie coming out soon.
Not looking for sympathy or pity, just something tangible to express my appreciation.
Riddle me this:
Who's been watching Batman in movies and TV, since age three?
Holy Fanatic, Batman, it's me!
Who has "Batman" in their email address and ebay user ID?
Holy URL, Batman, it's me!
Who fills their cave with Batman toys and stuff, with great reverie?
Holy Collector, Batman, it's me!
Who has a secret alter-ego, BatPam, a superhero wannabe?
Holy Schizo, Batman, it's me!
Who have Catwoman, Penguin, Mr. Freeze all voted the winner to be?
Holy Villains, Batman, it's me!
I'm no Joker. That pendant, like the Batarang, should come to me!
After 10 years of marriage, my wife still thinks I'm a superhero. Considering that I am an under-employed aspiring novelist, her perspective is undoubtedly rooted in a blinding love! Who am I to disturb such a gift?
Batman is a true superhero in every sense of the word. What is a superhero? It's a person who preforms multiple heroic acts and asks for nothing in return. He does not have all these crazy super "powers" to help him fights Gotham's enemies. He just has his skills and his gadgets, which he invents mind you, to fight a hoard of clinically insane people. Which is why I would proudly wear and display this necklace which represents honor, duty, and sacrifice to a people that hardly appreciate him.
Batman Forever
I have nothing else to say, I was going to attempt to win the necklace, but Pam wins with her little riddle, or rhyme, whatever it is....hands down!!
I have been a huge batman fan ever since I was young, and I never really had anything fancy to showoff. I believe this necklace would be pretty fancy, and it would be pretty cool to finally brag about having something so special, unique and so batman in front of all my friends.
This necklace would make any fan of the Batman go ga-ga! My son would absolutely don this necklace everywhere he went. He is a stellar fan of Batman and for some reason really enjoys wearing all sorts of unique necklaces. I call it a collection really. His favorite is a shark's tooth he found on the beach and had strung with beads, but I have a feeling if he were to get his hands on this particular necklace by Nomination it would become his numero uno very quickly.
When i was little I used to say i was married to superman! Then when i went through my super feminist phase at the age of 12 (lilith fair time) I used to say I was Ms. Superwomyn! I think i can now prove to everyone that I'm just a really big superman, sorry i mean superperson, fan with this rocking necklace!!! And plus if i do ever find my superman I'll give it to him. It'll also match my superman ring!
p.s if its for the bat one, I could always wear it to make superman jealous so he is a better husbands.
Wow! I think this was my favorite batch of comments ever. Thanks so much to everybody for participating. These were some really creative and inspirational comments. We are in the process of contacting the randomly selected winner (#62). Thanks so much again, everybody. I always love reading these.
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Who said they don't write symphonies anymore?
Let's say you're attending your first orchestral concert. I know, it's been years since that was true for you, but it still happens for others, so please play along. OK then, you take your seat in Symphony Hall (Springfield or Boston, doesn't matter) or inside the shed at Tanglewood, open your program, and see that a symphony will be on today's concert. You've heard of symphonies, of course. You can probably even sing the first eight notes of "Beet-ho-ven's Fifth! Beet-ho-ven's Fifth!" But you don't really know what a symphony is, or how it works. So, what exactly are you in for?
The most honest answer, of course, is "it could be almost anything," That answer goes not just for the symphony, but also for the concerto, a sonata or any other classical genre. Nonetheless, I think we can arrive at a pretty safe default description of what's coming up in today's symphony. You're likely to hear a work for a large orchestra, with strings, woodwinds, brass and percussion. There probably won't be a solo instrumentalist out front, the presence of which would have made the work not a symphony but a concerto. Probably no singers either, though there are notable and glorious exceptions.
The work will be of major length, from a half-hour to an hour or more of music. But it probably won't be continuous; more likely, it will be broken up into "movements," the classical music equivalent of of tracks on an album. I'll leave the highly contentious issue of whether you're permitted to applaud between movements for a later blog entry. For now, let's just say that the music will start and stop a few times, dividing the work into (usually) four discrete movements that may or may not have anything to do musically with each other, but which are meant to add up to a complete, integral artistic statement. Back in the day, these movements were often heard separately, even with other stuff in-between. In our supposedly more advanced Very Serious Concert Culture, we don't do that anymore, so get comfortable.
By and large, in most symphonies, each of the four movements will more-or-less play its customary role. Is that enough equivocation for you? That's classical music! Anyway, the first movement is likely to be the longest and most dramatic, usually in a medium-to-bright tempo (never mind those Italian tempo descriptions for now), and with lots of contrast, conflict, and mulling-over of musical ideas. The second movement will usually be the slowest and most songful, the third the shortest, fastest, and most dance-like. Not infrequently, it's the other way around, with the dance movement second and the song movement third. The finale (fourth movement) can fulfill a number of functions, ranging from rousing, applause-begetting wrap-up to apotheosis or even symphonic apocalypse, depending on how seriously the composer took himself.
This general model holds pretty well from the late 18th-century symphonies of Haydn and Mozart, to the mainstream symphonists of the early-to-mid twentieth century. Does it still hold? Not so much. While plenty of amazing music is still being written for orchestra, abstract (i.e., non-descriptive) multi-movement symphonic composition of the kind I just described has been on the wane for a while now. Few composers write pieces called "Symphony No. __" anymore, preferring colorful titles like "Asyla," "Aura" or "Harmonielehre." The concerto (i.e., piece for solo instrument and orchestra) is in somewhat better shape, mostly because there are still star soloists who want new works to show them off. But decades after the deaths of such stalwarts as Prokofiev, Shostakovich, Howard Hanson, William Schuman, et al., is anyone still writing good old-fashioned symphonies anymore?
We've got one such composer for you this week on WFCR. 71-year old Adolphus Hailstork studied from, among others, his fellow Rochester, NY native David Diamond, the composer of yesterday's "Great American Symphony" on WFCR, and like Diamond, attended the classes at Fontainebleau of the celebrated French pedagogue Nadia Boulanger. Hailstork went on to a distinguished academic career himself, currently serving as Professor of Music and Eminent Scholar at Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Virginia. Hailstork came fairly late to symphonic composition, composing his first symphony for a summer festival in New Jersey in 1987. Like Sergei Prokofiev in his "Classical Symphony," Hailstork made his symphonic debut with a classically-proportioned symphony along the lines of Haydn, just 20 minutes long and for smallish orchestra. His two succeeding symphonies, however, are full in scoring and proportion, rich in melody, distinctive in rhythm, unflagging in interest and satisfying in totality. Together with the briefer first, they make Hailstork the most distinguished new symphonist "in the tradition" that I've heard in some time. They "obey" symphonic rules to the letter, but use them to make three compelling, original artistic statements. So maybe there's life in the old form yet! And for the next three afternoons starting on Tuesday, Walter Carroll will present Adolphus Hailstork's Three Symphonies on WFCR. Please tune in; I think you'll really enjoy what you hear.


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We're going to agree to ignore that the video above is made up of unrelated clips of Kick Ass. We're also going to agree to ignore the fact that it sounds like there's a fairly evil storm brewing over London, because this song is an unashamedly summery slice of pop-rock from way back (how scary is that?) in 1999.
There's nothing hugely special about this track, I just like it. It wasn't a single, I didn't hear it on the radio, I don't think any of my friends were into the band either. I don't know much about the band and I actually don't know a huge amount of the rest of the tracks from the album 'All of You' is taken from. In fact, I'm not even sure how I came across the track in the first place—I can only assume it has something to with being a teenager with an insatiable thirst for new music and Audio Galaxy. Oh lordy, horrible memories of bleeping, slow, dial-up connections are coming flooding back… let's not go there.
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Maple Sugaring Weekend Day Trips Near New York City
As much as we love NYC there are some things you just can't do here. One those things is maple sugaring, the process of transforming sticky, tasteless tree sap into sweet syrup. Maple trees only grow in the Northeast region of North America, so it's the one place that produces real maple syrup.
Maple sugaring season starts the last weekend of February and runs through March, when climbing temperatures allow the sap to begin running in the trees or "sugar bushes" as they're sometimes called. Seeing how the sap is collected, cooked and stored (and tasting the yummy final product) is a great way for kids to learn about the farm-to-table movement that's spreading across American dining tables. New York City is close to many farms and nature centers where families can watch maple sugaring demos, indulge in pancake breakfasts, enjoy maple syrup festivals and other seasonal fun. So as winter winds down, enjoy one of these sweet maple sugaring season day trips.
Maple Sugaring Day Trips in New York State
Sugaring Sundays – Ossining, Westchester County
Teatown Lake Reservation, 1600 Spring Valley Road
Sundays, February 24, March 3 and 10 at 1, 2 and 3pm
Educators at this maple tree-filled nature center will demonstrate the entire sugaring process in Warren's sugar house. If you would prefer to taste the sweet stuff while you learn, visit during the spot's Pancake Breakfast on Saturday, March 16 and dig into a bountiful early morning meal before your demo for $12 for adults, $7 for children under age 12.
Sugarfest 2013 – Mount Kisco, Westchester County
Westmoreland Sanctuary Nature Center and Wildlife Preserve, 260 Chestnut Ridge Road
Saturday, March 9-Sunday, March 10 9am-1pm
$10 for adults, $4 for children ages 3-10, free for kids under 3
This beautiful 640-acre preserve celebrates the sweet season with a feast of homemade pancakes dripping with maple syrup, followed by a look at the evolution of the sugaring process. Reservations required.
Maple Sugar Tours – Cornwall, Orange County
Hudson Highlands Nature Museum, Outdoor Discovery Center, 100 Muser Drive
Saturdays and Sundays, March 2-3, 9-10, 16-17 and 23-24; tours start every half hour between 10:30am-3pm.
$12 for adults, $6 for children ages 3-11, free for kids under 3
Throughout the month, families can enjoy an hour-long walk through the forest while learning about the maple sugaring process (and sampling the sweet stuff, of course). In addition, on Saturday, March 2 from 10:30am-3pm, the museum will host a Maple Sugar Festival featuring crafts, games, tree-tapping contests, Native American storytelling and seasonal snacks around an outdoor camp fire.
Maple Sugar Open House – Claryville, Sullivan County
Frost Valley YMCA, 2000 Frost Valley Road
Saturdays and Sundays, March 16-17 and 23-24; tours start every half hour between 9am-4pm
The Y will offer guided tours of its Catskill maple sugar works along with hikes and other seasonal activities. Reservations recommended.
Maple Sugaring Classes – Commack, Long Island
Hoyt Farm Nature Center, 200 New Highway
Sundays, February 24, March 3 and 10 at 1:30-3pm
$3 per person, $8 per family
DIY-ers can learn how to tap their own backyard trees, what equipment to buy, which trees to tap, and special tapping techniques used by Native Americans and early American settlers.
Find out about more maple sugaring outings on Long Island.
Maple Sugaring Day Trips in New Jersey
Maple Sugaring – Tenafly
Tenafly Nature Center, 313 Hudson Avenue
Sundays, February 24, March 3, 10 and 17 at 12:30pm and 2pm
$10 per person, FREE for Children under 2 years
Visit this 400-acre nature preserve for hands on demo maple sugaring, families can check the buckets on the tapped trees, boil down sap and more. Pre-registration required.
Find out about more maple sugaring outings in New Jersey.
Maple Sugaring Day Trips in Connecticut
First County Bank Maple Sugar Weekend – Stamford
Stamford Museum and Nature Center, 39 Scofieldtown Road
Saturday, March 2-Sunday, March 3 11am-3pm
$10 admission, free for children under age 4
Learn how Native Americans created sugar from sap using the "hot rock" method, see how colonials used large iron cauldrons to boil the sap over an open fire, and then stop by the maple sugar house to watch the modern evaporation technique in action. There will also be lots of sweet treats and a pancake breakfast on Sunday, March 3 for an additional $5. Other activities include maple-themed crafts, a scavenger hunt and face painting. The museum also has a host of other kid attractions, including farm animals, an otter pond and a playground.
Annual Hebron Maple Festival – Hebron
Saturday, March 9-Sunday, March 10 9:45am-4pm
Free admission but there are fees for certain activities.
The entire town throws a big bash to celebrate syrup. Families can visit local sugar houses and nosh on fried dough and pancakes covered in maple syrup. Other fun includes scavenger hunts, museum tours, live animals and music.
Find out about more maple sugaring outings in Connecticut.
Maple Sugaring Open House Weekends
Many maple syrup spots hold free weekend open houses at this time of year. Visitors will find maple trees fitted with collection hoses or tapped with spouts and buckets, and the sweet smell of boiling sap fills the air. Maple snacks are often available like seasonal specialty "sugar on snow:" hot syrup straight from the vats, poured into bowls of chopped ice. As the syrup cools, it transforms into a rubbery, chewy, maple candy. There are also other tasty maple morsels to try—doughnuts and cotton candy are two of my family's favorites. Other activities often include hikes, wagon rides and sleigh riding.
New York State Maple Sugar Producers
New York State has plenty of participating sugar houses. You can search by zip code and pick places closest to home in Westchester, Putnam and Duchess Counties. This year, the state's open house weekend are Saturdays and Sundays, March 16-17 and 23-24.
Massachusetts Maple Sugar Producers
Massachusetts sugar houses are usually open on March weekends selling syrup and maple snacks, and sometimes even hosting pancake breakfasts, but it's wise to call ahead and confirm when they're accepting visitors.
Connecticut Maple Sugar Producers
While Connecticut has its fair share of sugar houses, there's no specific open house weekend. Call ahead to find out when to visit.
Vermont's Annual Open House Weekend
You can't talk about maple syrup without writing about Vermont. Many people (including me) won't pour anything but Vermont gold on their pancakes. This year, the state's open house weekend is March 23-24.
New England Maple Museum
Route 7, Pittsford, Vermont
Families can explore the centuries-old history of maple sugaring at this quirky museum, and also taste the real Vermont sweet stuff.
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Dementia is a loss of brain function that occurs with certain diseases. It affects memory, thinking, language, judgment, and behavior.
See also: Alzheimer's disease
Chronic brain syndrome; Lewy body dementia; DLB; Vascular dementia; Mild cognitive impairment; MCI
Most types of dementia are nonreversible (degenerative). Nonreversible means the changes in the brain that are causing the dementia cannot be stopped or turned back. Alzheimer's disease is the most common type of dementia.
Lewy body disease is a leading cause of dementia in elderly adults. People with this condition have abnormal protein structures in certain areas of the brain.
Dementia also can be due to many small strokes. This is called vascular dementia.
The following medical conditions also can lead to dementia:
Some causes of dementia may be stopped or reversed if they are found soon enough, including:
Dementia usually occurs in older age. It is rare in people under age 60. The risk for dementia increases as a person gets older.
Dementia symptoms include difficulty with many areas of mental function, including:
Dementia usually first appears as forgetfulness.
Mild cognitive impairment is the stage between normal forgetfulness due to aging and the development of dementia. People with MCI have mild problems with thinking and memory that do not interfere with everyday activities. They are often aware of the forgetfulness. Not everyone with MCI develops dementia.
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A skilled health care provider can often diagnose dementia by performing a physical exam and asking questions about the person's medical history.
The physical exam will include a neurological exam. Tests to check mental function will be done. This is called a mental status examination.
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Treatment depends on the condition causing the dementia. Some people may need to stay in the hospital for a short time.
Stopping or changing medications that make confusion worse may improve brain function.
There is growing evidence that some kinds of mental exercises can help dementia.
Treating conditions that can lead to confusion often greatly improve mental functioning. Such conditions include:
Medications may be needed to control behavior problems caused by a loss of judgment, increased impulsivity, and confusion. Possible medications include:
Certain drugs may be used to slow the rate at which symptoms worsen. The benefit from these drugs is often small, and patients and their families may not always notice much of a change.
A person's eyes and ears should be checked regularly. Hearing aids, glasses, or cataract surgery may be needed.
Psychotherapy or group therapy usually does not help because it may cause more confusion.
For information on how to take care of a loved one with dementia, see: Dementia - home care
People with mild cognitive impairment do not always develop dementia. However, when dementia does occur, it usually gets worse and often decreases quality of life and lifespan.
Complications depend on the cause of the dementia, but may include the following:
Call your health care provider if:
Most causes of dementia are not preventable.
Quitting smoking and controlling high blood pressure and diabetes can help you reduce your risk of vascular dementia. This is dementia caused by a series of small strokes. Eating a low-fat diet and exercising regularly may also reduce the risk of vascular dementia.
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TRAVERSE CITY, Mich., Oct. 3, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- The effort to re-open Sugar Loaf is underway. Owner Liko Smith has executed contracts with two firms to begin a "deep" assessment of the Sugar Loaf property at 4500 Sugar Loaf Mountain rd. in Traverse City, MI. "The opening plan for The RoK is separated into 3 distinct stages titled "Crawl, Walk and Run" says Smith. It's a simple process, but it's not easy".
"The "Crawl" phase is the most critical; it is a deep assessment of the entire site in order to get to bedrock on what is required to restore the sites basic feasibility. The effort involves coordination between the city and our consultants. We will walk "every inch" of the buildings and parcel(s). The Sugar Loaf Resort will be recovered once we get realistic on what the challenges are."
The "Walk" Stage is the approval of the companies new site layouts, construction and improvement plans. The "Run" Stage is the actual physical construction of the site up to the Grand Opening expected in November of 2014. The Site is being converted to The RoK at Sugar Loaf, a 560 Acre Snowboarders Mecca.
"I expect the Crawl and Walk Stages to be the longest. Either way, it's truly getting done," says Smith. "We will open Sugar Loaf in time for Winter 2014."
Blue Water Consulting owned by Dave Drews will be coordinating with Smith on all three stages upon the initial walk-through.
The environmental efforts will be handled by Christpher Grobbel Ph.D of Grobbel Environmental. His company will also submit a Brownfield Plan and TIF Application to allow Smiths investors to recoup the repair expenses through tax rebates once the RoK is open.
Christopher Grobble Ph.D looks forward to the opening date. "As a long term resident of Leelanau County, our community has been waiting expectantly for the economic jewel of our county and local economy to be back up and running ….Between Sugarloaf's ski slopes, Waffle and Awful Awful, the ski hill has "the" best vertical drop in lower Michigan… many of us can't wait for the re-opening of the Sugar Loaf Resort," says Grobble.
Liko Smith, is the creator of THE BLOCK, The World's First Snowboarder Hotels. More information can be seen at www.likosmith.com.
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