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QUINCY, ILL. -- A Quincy man is behind bars Friday morning after leading police on a foot chase.
Deputies of the Adams County Sheriff's Office arrested Dillon Ellis on two Adams County felony warrants for escape and petition to revoke probation on an aggravated battery to a police officer case.
The felony escape charge stemmed from failing to return to the Adams County Jail as required on a guilty plea on the aggravated battery to a police officer case.
Deputies assigned to his arrest warrant identified Dillon Ellis at approximately 12th and Elm.
When a deputy tried to arrest him, Ellis ran with deputies right behind him.
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Statement: While inherent "coolness" does nothing for combat ability, HK-47 is a far superior droid due to his use of many different and devious tactics. As opposed to IG-88 whose sole tactic seems to be "Try and blast it and if I die one of my 30 bazillion other copies will finish the job."
He's a bit smarter than that.....
IG has excelent combat ability have you read TOTBH in this he calculates wear each blaster shot will hit him and movs so they hit the more well protected parts of his armour.
are ig and hk-47 both bounty hunters?
are ig and hk-47 both bounty hunters?
No. HK' s strictly an assassin droid, built by the Sith Lord Revan 4,000 years ago.
HK= Hunter Killer
IG= InterGalactic
Statement: The name says it all meatbags.
Well, IG-88 has the upper hand thanks to his pals. But HK-47 has better lines.
so hard to decide. HK47 wins. so much cooler. hehe
Face it HK wouldnt stand a chance he is out dated and out gunned.
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This Thanksgiving, 18,500 former Hostess Brands staffers may have less to give thanks for after stubbornness in union negotiations with the manufacturer of Twinkies and other snack foods led to the company's closure.
The Bakery, Confectionary, Tobacco Workers and Grain Millers International Union's strike reportedly hinged on lost pensions, though the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, a larger union, apparently had resolved pay and benefits issues.
Now, because of the rogue smaller union's actions, that could have meant no Ding Dongs, Ho Ho's or Sno Balls for anyone. (OK, perhaps that's not the worst fate for anyone, especially in obese America.)
However, more to the point, the smaller union's greed cost Hostess employees their jobs.
Yes, greed.
The unemployment rate was 7.9 percent nationally in October and 8.7 percent in Florida in September, the latest months for available data, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Regardless of work conditions, pay or benefits, I can imagine what any unemployed American would give to have worked at Hostess.
Do corporations have their flaws? Sure.
Does most of the money rise to the top or benefit investors who do not do a lick of actual work for the company? Unquestionably.
Still, some job is better than no job.
Giving thanks means being grateful for what you have. Beggars can't be choosers, and pretty much every American in this economy should consider himself or herself a beggar. I have little patience for people who regularly complain about their job, its pay, their benefits or even working conditions. They should get another job if they're that upset.
Now, should businesses annually give merit, if not cost of living adjustment, raises? Absolutely.
Should exceptional workers expect such compensation adjustments? Unquestionably.
But in America, where there's clean drinking water, abundant food supply, the right to vote and equality — no forced genital mutilation here — let's not miss the forest for the trees.
Similarly, I have little respect for women who pull the "got to have a doctor or lawyer" line. Yeah, that's love — not — and besides, in America, whether they marry a doctor, lawyer, teacher or plumber, they don't know how good they have it.
Incidentally, as I write this, "Father of the Bride, Part II" is playing on TBS, and Steve Tyrell sings appropriate lyrics in "Give Me the Simple Life."
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Living, but not the need to live large, because there's no such need. "A house that rings with joy and laughter, and the one you love inside," as Tyrell sings, are all we really need. And your perspective drives whatever form those things take.
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I've noticed that many of the forum discussions that TA has tweeted lately have contained glaring grammatical and spelling errors. I find this disappointing and even personally embarrassing as it inevitably reflects not only on the original poster but on the forum as a whole and, by extension, the larger atheist community. I know written communication isn't everything, and it certainly isn't a high priority among the public generally, but we should try to meet a higher standard. Given the unlikelihood that individual posters will suddenly take more care when writing, I think the operators of the site's Twitter feed should consider not tweeting discussion titles with serious errors.
That's one poster's opinion, for whatever it's worth.
OR, and here's a thought Unseen - maybe you just don't know how to tell a joke --
My two cents on all of this is that the purpose of this website is to "think atheist" and so the purpose is not to show off one's "perfect" grammar, spelling or diction and prose abilities. If this website's intent was to be educating people in English then it would make sense to critique other people's English usage. The real intent as far as I have discerned is for those of us that are atheists to express our thoughts and feelings, "perfect" English is far from necessary to accomplish these tasks. Communication takes many more forms than just one language/set of rules that are evolving even as we speak/write. So those that cling to set rules about English are conservative in this regard and I can respect that position and feeling about English or other things but I don't appreciate when conservatives of any kind impose their preferences by using harsh and inhumane attitudes/actions with their fellow human beings. How secure are you in your correctness if you feel the need to force others to agree with you? I just enjoy when people express true, fun, crazy, happy, sad, complicated and simple thoughts as well as feelings especially those expressions that are atheistic in nature. Why limit humanity with strict arbitrary boundaries? Embrace the changes/evolution and life becomes a whole lot better, in my silly human opinion. :) Can I haz an amen and a god-damn?
You've got my vote!
I'm only half with you, so I'll give an 'am' and a 'damn'.
Amen, and god-damn!
(But I do find paragraphs easier to read when they're broken up a bit.)
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Amen,,,,,,,,,,, its all about the Topic!!!!! not about the gawd-damn punctuation and spelling!!!!
All that bad stuff creates a distraction from the point the person wants to make and can lead to confusion as well.
First off, i am not a native english speaker. But i do think that spelling and sentence structure is important, If you talked to someone previously unknown to you and they talked the way some people write, you would probably think they are slightly superficial and, let´s face it, slightly stupid.
If someone is talking in a foreign language it is of course different, Now, i don´t know when it was decided that one has to speak properly but can write however they want but i know i wasn´t informed.
It is hard for me to take someone seriously who cannot write a proper text in their own language, call me superficial.
You write very well in a second language. What excuse is there for an American or Englishman who can't write as well. Setting aside for a moment people with learning disabilities, why can't we write? Distracted by dope? Dropping out in order to have more time for video games?
It says something about someone who had an education dropped in their lap and they had something that appealed to them more.
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"Out of the Box" Artists Holiday Market
Out of the Box Art Market is an annual pop-up art event featuring fine art, fine craft, gourmet foods, home decor and seasonal gifts. Each year we gather the best of the best to bring you fine handmade, one-of-a-kind gifts for all your friends and family. The Market is a juried art show that takes place at 109 N. Oak Park Avenue in Oak Park. Come shop from 10am-6pm on Saturdays and Sundays till December 22nd. The Grand Opening is Friday, November 29th from 5-8pm.
CITY: Oak Park
5th Annual Ottawa's Ice Odyssey and Holiday Bazaar
Make this spectacular Ottawa festival a new holiday tradition for you and yours! Experience the amazing art of ice sculpting as you stroll the downtown streets with your family! Watch first hand, as artists carve ordinary blocks of ice into whimsical holiday visions! Enjoy 9-holes of Miniature golf, visit with the Christmas Characters and horse-drawn carriage rides. Also, be sure to stop by our Holiday Bazaar and browse the Holiday Farmers Market. Visit the website for more information free. 8:00am - 4:00pm
CITY: Ottawa
A Carpenters Christmas
While The Carpenters are known for more than a dozen chart topping hits, they also won over their fans with their Christmas celebrations. Singer & playwright Lisa Rock & her six-piece backing are keeping The Carpenters' holiday traditions alive by bringing their unforgettable Christmas songs to the stage.
CITY: Palos Hills
A Christmas Carol at Pleasant Home
Charles Dickens, "A Christmas Carol" is Pleasant Home's traditional one man presentation of a touching classic that will delight all ages. Tickets are $10 (Students and Seniors are $8). Advance reservations strongly encouraged.
CITY: Oak Park
Andover Christmas Julotta
For 163 years this early morning (6:30 a.m.) service has been held at Augustana Lutheran Church. The service is held in a setting similar to that used by the Swedish congregation in 1870. The choir sings a Swedish anthem and the service is in English. Candles in the pews, altar and windows illuminate the sanctuary. Service begins at 6:30am.
CITY: Andover
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Avenue of Lights
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Breakfast with Santa & the Reindeer
Miller Park Zoo's annual holiday breakfast will feature not only Santa Claus, but also Santa's special reindeer friends! Your family can learn about reindeer, visit with Santa & pose for pictures, and enjoy breakfast.
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Breakfast with Santa at the Brookfield Zoo
The family can enjoy an all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet with a special appearance from Santa and Mrs. Claus along with some special zoo costumed characters. Photo opportunities will be available with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Event also features musical entertainment. December 7, 8, 14, 15, 21 and 22 at the Discovery Center. The breakfast seatings are at 9am and 11am. Reservations are required.
CITY: Brookfield
Dec 24
The Christkindlmarket is a four-week, open-air market modeled after the famous Nuremberg Christmas market dating back to 1545. The market offers shopping opportunities and serves as a winter wonderland meeting place for family and friends. Plus, enjoy German delicacies like brats, goulash and potato pancakes while you're there.
CITY: Chicago
Jan 5
Christmas Around the World & Holidays of Light
Christmas Around the World began in 1942 as a United Nations Day salute to American allies during the war, is now in its 69th year. The exhibit features more than 60 dazzling trees and displays that are decorated by members of Chicago's ethnic communities to reflect holiday customs from around the world. Holidays of Light showcases various global holidays that celebrate light or enlightenment such as Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, and Diwali. Festivities include ethnic dancing and singing, storytellers, and school choir performances.
CITY: Chicago
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Christmas at Clover Lawn
The David Davis Mansion's annual holiday celebration, Christmas at Clover Lawn, runs from November 28 through December 29th. Tours are offered Wednesday through Sunday from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. Tours are free, but donations are welcome. Create holiday memories with your family by visiting the David Davis Mansion, all decked out for the holidays. Antique dolls and toys, spectacular evergreens, more than 15 decorated trees, and hundreds of 19th-century paper and glass ornaments turn the house and grounds into a Yuletide wonderland.
CITY: Bloomington
Christmas at the Mansions Tour
Christmas at the Mansions is a community-wide tour of the David Davis Mansion and two Mystery Houses in Bloomington-Normal. You'll see these gorgeous homes decorated in period Christmas finery. Take in the architecture, history, postcard scenes of decorated evergreen trees and Christmas wreaths, poinsettia plants, and even hosts dressed in period costumes, as you walk back in time to the late 1800's and early 1900's. Music and other surprises will complement your tour! Three hour tours are scheduled for Saturday at 2:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. Central parking and shuttle service is available at the David Davis Mansion or Second Presbyterian Church (313 N. East Street, Bloomington, Illinois).
CITY: Bloomington
Christmas Feast at the Lodge
The weather outside is frightful, but the Christmas Feast at Pere Marquette Lodge is so delightful! Enjoy our fabulous, mouth-watering spread! Serving from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Reservations for parties of six or more will be accepted. Brunch Prices: Children 0-3: FREE, Children 4-11: $9.95, Adults 12 & Up: $24.95. Call (618) 786-2331 ext: 502 to make your reservations.
CITY: Grafton
Christmas Home Tours
Visit Historic Golconda, and tour 4 homes, 1 church and the local museum. Christmas in the courtyard begins at 5:30pm with refreshments and a visit from Santa.
CITY: Golconda
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Christmas in the Park
Fridays and Saturdays, Christmas in the Park features horse drawn carriage rides, little toot train rides, petting zoo, Santa Claus in the Santa House with lots of festive light displays and more!
CITY: Flora
Dec 27
Christmas Wonderland
Begin your holiday celebration escaping from the chaos of the season and experiencing the enchantment of Christmas at the "Christmas Wonderland" holiday light display. The "Grandpa Gang" has been at it again transforming Rock Springs Park in Alton, Illinois into a Winter Wonderland. Visitors can drive through the park to view more than 2 million lights, cascading waterfalls of lights, lighted trees and displays, and visit Santa Claus in the Enchanted Forest. Christmas Wonderland 2009 will be open from November 27th through December 27th. The suggested donation is $7 for cars and small vans or $1 per person for vehicles holding more than 10 people. Carriage rides will be available with advanced reservations by calling Greatting Horse Farm at 618-458-6986. For more information about Christmas Wonderland, call 1-866-465-7890.
CITY: Alton
Dec 28
City of Olney Christmas Light Display
Drive through the Olney City Park to see thousands of Christmas lights and displays. Santa will be in the community each Friday and Saturday starting December 6.
CITY: Olney
Danville Symphony Orchestra Presents "An Italian Christmas"
Blending the lines between popular and classical music, the three members of the vocal group Poperazzi have performed in everything from opera houses to Las Vegas. Ring in the Christmas spirit with this performance of favorite melodies with an Italian accent this year. Selections include "William the Angel," "Adeste Fidelis," "Funiculi Finicula," "What Are You Doing New Year's Eve," "Libiamo," "Silent Night" and many more.
CITY: Danville
Deck the Depot
Berwyn's Depot District is a winter wonderland with free pictures with Santa, horse-drawn sleigh rides, live reindeer and petting zoo, and holiday cheer at local shops. The event is December 14th from 5-9pm.
CITY: Berwyn
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Downtown in December
Mark your calendar and bring your friends and family to Edwardsville for the 2nd Annual Downtown in December. In addition to participating merchants having extended hours there will be many activities happening in downtown. Caroling will be heard along parts of Main and Vandalia Streets, Santa will be visiting with Children, decorated store fronts and even an Elves Workshop!
CITY: Edwardsville
Dec 31
Du Quoin Annual Holiday Lights Fair
Starting the day after Thanksgiving and continuing through the month of December. Come experience Du Quoin Tourism's transformation of the Du Quoin State Fairgrounds into a magical place with lights and decorations. The event features a 1 1/2-mile drive through over $250,000 worth of lighted displays as well as decorated trees, entertainment, food, crafts and visits with Santa in the Expo Hall. The light trail opens nightly from 5:30 – 9:30 p.m., and the Expo Hall will be open on the second and third weekends in December from 5:30 — 9:30 p.m. The Expo Hall features Santa's train ride and Santa's Workshop.
CITY: Du Quoin
Dec 31
East Peoria Festival of Lights & Folepi's Winter Wonderland
Light up your night at the East Peoria Festival of Lights (FOLEPI)! The annual Festival of Lights is a one-of-a-kind holiday spectacular. With more than two million lights in the festival, the beauty will be sure to mesmerize you and your family.
CITY: East Peoria
Easter Sunrise Service
Annual Easter Sunrise Service held at the 111 foot Bald Knob Cross, music & refreshments.
CITY: Alto Pass
Jan 2
Fairfield Festival of Lights
Citizens from around Fairfield purchase and then donate lights and displays that decorate the park for the holiday season. You can drive through or, on certain evenings, you can take a horse and carriage ride through the park to see the beautiful lights and displays.
CITY: Fairfield
15 - 16
Festival of Arts and Crafts - November
All crafts are handmade in the U.S.A. including furniture, photography, stained glass, holiday, everyday home decor items, jewelry, doll clothes, much more.
CITY: St. Charles
Five Little Monkeys
Going shopping…baking cakes…sitting in trees…jumping on beds! Through wonderful costumes and acting, each of the frisky siblings displays their own unique style of mischief while driving Mama monkey crazy. Five Little Monkeys is a zany 60 minute performance, perfect for youngsters and youngsters-at-heart. From Adventure Theatre MTC and based on the books by Eileen Christelow. Be sure to catch them from 11 a.m. until noon.
CITY: Effingham
1 - 30
Gallery of Trees
Throughout the Kankakee County Museum, Christmas trees are decorated by community organizations. Yearly, a special theme is added for your enjoyment. Come in and view the different arrangements and vote for that special tree.
CITY: Kankakee
Geneseo Christmas Walk
Geneseo's spirit sparkles downtown with Christmas magic in the air. Each storefront window has family, friends and even animals depicting various scenes. Enjoy chestnuts roasting. Make memories for young and old. Join the Jingle Bell Run and other family activities during the afternoon and enjoy the lighted Christmas parade at 5PM. Watch for Santa. Hours: 8am to 9pm.
CITY: Geneseo
14 - 15
Grafton Holiday Riverwalk
Celebrate the start of the holiday season in Grafton. Stop in the various businesses along Main Street and near the riverfront for special promotions, discounts, refreshments and entertainment. The Jerseyville High School choir will be caroling throughout the town. Visitors will also be able to tour the various B&Bs and guest houses in town, a perfect opportunity to check out the accommodations and purchase a gift certificate as a gift. The festivities will conclude with a Show Choir performance at the Grove Memorial Park Gazebo as we light up the town!
CITY: Grafton
Feb 2
Groundhog Days
In 1992, something astonishing happened in the historic city of Woodstock, Illinois. People came to town and roped off the picturesque city square, moved all sorts of equipment into the park and started playing the Pennsylvania Polka, over and over and over again. They were filming a movie that has become a favorite of young and old for more than 20 years, and the city gathers each year to remember the fun and celebrate the special community that Woodstock has always been. There are events for everyone during this celebration: Groundhog trivia, free viewing of "Groundhog Day" at the movie theater, walking tours of the film sites, a Chili cook-off, a dinner and dance, bowling, bags tourney, and a pancake breakfast. The main event for Groundhog Day is the annual prognostication. Gather on the Woodstock Square to see Woodstock Willie emerge from his tree trunk home. If he sees his shadow, it means there will be 6 more weeks of winter and if he doesn't see his shadow, it means we will have an early Spring.
CITY: Woodstock
8 - 16
Happy Holiday Railway at the Illinois Railway Museum
Embark on a magical train ride! Visit with Santa Claus at the Toy Workshop and receive a gift to take home. Children on Santa's "Good" list will receive a gift and treat. Enjoy music and live entertainment.
CITY: Union
Jan 5
Havencrest Castle Holiday Tour
Celebrate Christmas in the Castle. The tour of Havencrest Castle at Christmastime will kick-off the holiday season with loads of cheer! See the Castle rooms sparkling with holiday magic.
CITY: Savanna
21 - 29
Holiday Hoedown
Santa is inviting kids of all ages to come join him on the ranch for the first ever Holiday Hoedown! This indoor, winter festival will feature a Magical Midway of rides, games, and food, Santa's Farm with Jingle Bell Junction train rides and hayrides, Frosty's Fairway mini golf, Gingerbread Square entertainment & special events, holiday vendors, Blitzen's Brewery, and more! Closed December 24 & 25. Admission is free, but there is a parking fee.
CITY: Grayslake
14 - 15
Holiday LEGO Train Show
Cantigny Park's popular LEGO® Train Show is a holiday tradition for many families. The show transforms the entire Cantigny Visitors Center into a virtual wonderland for LEGO® fans. Le Jardin, the Visitor Center's restaurant and banquet room, is home to the primary LEGO® diorama where creative new elements are added each year. Secondary displays and a free craft activity occupy the building's main gallery area and meeting room.
CITY: Wheaton
Jan 1
Holiday Light Extravaganza
Drive or walk through to see the Christmas lights and animated holiday scenes nightly. Friday and Saturday nights Hill's Fort Cabin is open with 1800s Christmas and American Heritage Railroad's Polar Express is running.
CITY: Greenville
9 - 31
Holiday Lights at Bunker Hill
Historic buildings at Kennekuk County Park's "Bunker Hill Historic Area" will be lit for the occasion and decorated for the holidays. Continuing throughout the holiday season, the holiday lights will be displayed weekends from 5-8 p.m.
CITY: Danville
Dec 30
Holiday Lights Fair
The three mile drive through Christmas lights display is open every night! In the beautifully decorated Expo Hall there will be live stage entertainment, craft vendors, Santa Claus, food, train rides for the kids, Kids Korner with activities, hourly drawings, model train display and more on the weekends in December leading up to Christmas.
CITY: Du Quoin
Dec 31
Holiday Lights Train
The Holiday Light Train is Pete's biggest event of the year. The park is decorated for the Holidays. See over 250,000 lights in various displays. Giant toy soldiers, candy canes, cascading snow flakes, flying reindeer, and swans swimming, just to name a few of Pete's displays!
CITY: Waterman
Dec 31
Holiday Magic
See the Lights. Feel the Magic. Start a new family tradition at Chicagoland's largest holiday lights festival featuring over one million twinkling lights, animated light displays and a laser light show!Many of our indoor exhibits will be open for viewing favorite animals, including our newest, Great Bear Wilderness. Plus, there is a special dolphin show each evening at 6:30 p.m. In addition, the zoo restaurants and food stands will be open with full menus and holiday treats, and gift shops will have hundreds of unique items for those hard-to-shop-for loved ones.Enjoy a full schedule of nightly music and entertainment in the Pavilions. Outside enjoy nightly ice carving and an amazing magic show. Then step inside the Holly Jolly Theater and enjoy performances by local choirs and many more holiday themed performances. 4:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m Regular parking and admission fees apply. Saturdays & Sundays: Nov. 30 - Dec. 1, 7-8, 14-15, 21- 22 Thursday through Tuesday: Dec. 26-31
CITY: Brookfield
Dec 31
Holiday Magic at Brookfield Zoo
December 18th & 19th December 26th - 31st January 1st 4-9pm Start a new family tradition at Chicagoland's largest light festival featuring over 120 animated light displays and million twinkling lights. Come celebrate the holiday season with family and friends during Brookfield Zoos 29th annual Holiday Magic. Enjoy live entertainment, amazing animals, model trains and a train ride, special Dolphin Show, Sing to the Animals and professional ice carvers. Call or visit website for more info.
CITY: Brookfield
6 - 20
Holly Jolly Christmas
Singer Burl Ives (a.k.a. Sam the Snowman in Rudolph the Red Nose Reindeer) recorded Holly Jolly Christmas, which has inspired his hometown to plan this event every year. Puppet shows, carriage and wagon rides, carolers in period dress and Santa Claus are just a few of the activities. On Fridays, leading up to Christmas.
CITY: Newton
Home for the Holidays
Catch the old fashioned holiday spirit in Downtown Oak Park! Celebrate the season with free horse-drawn sleigh rides and a visit from Santa. Free cocoa & cookies too! The event will be from 11am-3pm.
CITY: Oak Park
Home for the Holidays--American Big Band
All time Christmas favorites from Bing to Buble'. Featuring eight glorious, colorful singers and dancers, lush stage settings and a 12-piece big band, this fully-staged, beautifully choreographed holiday spectacular brings Christmas to life. Get in the holiday mood a little early and watch the performance from 7:30-10p.m.
CITY: Effingham
Jan 4
Illumination: Tree Lights at the Morton Arboretum
Come to The Morton Arboretum this holiday season to see trees in a different light! Tickets on sale now! Illumination will engage your senses with dazzling projections, trees that respond to your touch and sound, and vivid, electric colors throughout. This is an outdoor event on a one-mile, gently rolling, paved path that takes approximately one and one-half hours to complete. Please dress for the weather. Food and beverage concessions are available for purchase. Walking along the paved trail you can hug a tree to make it grow brighter, sing to a tree and watch it change color, interact with light and color with a swipe of your hand, and many more surprising experiences around every turn! Also, be sure to warm up next to fire pits while enjoying hot cocoa, s'mores, and other delights, visit the Enchanted Railroad and stop in to browse the holiday wares at The Arboretum Store, and enjoy energy-efficient, environmentally-friendly LED lighting that provides beautiful, powerful color while consuming only half the power of traditional incandescent lights. Please note, the event closed November 28, December 2, 9, 16, 24, 25.
CITY: Lisle
6 - 15
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
Andrew Lloyd Webber's smash Broadway musical Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat is a Festival of Lights tradition of 23 years, presented annually by Eastlight Theatre.
CITY: East Peoria
Jan 1
Kewanee Lighted Parade and Windmont Park Lighting
View Kewanee's magical wonderland of vivid colors and whimsical lights celebrating the spirit of the Christmas season. Open daily 5 p.m. – 10 p.m. through New Years Day.
CITY: Kewanee
Dec 29
Kringle's Kingdom
Follow the path through "Kringle's Kingdom" and gaze at more than 75 displays, many animated with characters larger than life. Meander along the path and stop to peak inside the display boxes, visit the unique collection of holiday displays arranged along a path and separated by groupings of lighted evergreen trees, witness a train chugging toward a frozen kingdom, skating bunnies, kissing bears, Christmas puppies and sugar plums dancing. It's truly a magical holiday experience. Closed Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
CITY: Zion
Jan 5
Lincoln Park ZooLights
Enter a winter wonderland illuminated by the laughter of children and more than one million lights at Lincoln Park Zoo's annual ZooLights Presented by ComEd and Charter One. This holiday classic has become one of the Windy City's must-see seasonal events. Watch live ice carving then escape Jack Frost with an exotic trip past crocodiles, pygmy hippos and meerkats at the Regenstein African Journey. Animal exhibits stay open late as guests roam taking in the lights, music and taking photos with Santa. Prepare holiday crafts and enjoy the zoo's incredible animals immersed in an atmosphere unlike any other.
CITY: Chicago
13 - 14
Lucia Nights
Historic National Landmark, Bishop Hill, glows with luminary lit sidewalks and candle lit windows in honor of St. Lucy, a celebration of lights. Musical entertainment abounds throughout the village. Hammer and Pick will perform at the Steeple Building and at Vagnhall Galleri, the Mountain Men, Kewanee Community Choir and the Peoria Children's Choir fill the air with musical melodies. The village specialty shops and dining establishments stay open late for an enchanted evening to remember. Feel like dancing? Experience the Old Colony School barn dance serenaded by the Rusty String Pickup Band. Experience a utopia on the prairie holiday experience this season
CITY: Bishop Hill
Luminary Night On Stephenson and Lincoln Streets
Enjoy the beauty of the soft light of luminaries and the architecture of these historic homes as you stroll this lovely residential neighborhood. Also, enjoy hot cocoa and cookies. Stephenson Street and Lincoln Boulevard from West Street to Park Boulevard.
CITY: Freeport
Magnificent Mile Lights Festival
Kick off the holiday season and create your special memories on The Magnificent Mile in 2013! The BMO Harris Bank Magnificent Mile Lights Festival, the nation's largest evening holiday celebration, jump starts the holiday season on Saturday, November 23 with a full day of family friendly activities, concerts by top musical artists and the best holiday shopping. The day's excitement culminates with a grand evening parade down Michigan Avenue marshaled by Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse from Walt Disney World Resort in Florida, illuminating one million lights on 200 trees. The parade concludes with a grand finale fireworks show over the Chicago River.
CITY: Chicago
Dec 26
Mattoon Lightworks
Enjoy the lights of the season in beautiful Peterson Park with more than 50 magnificent light displays, many of which are animated. Definitely a site to see! Drive through at your leisure starting at 5pm. Over 15,000 visitors each year see this great display of holiday lights. Admission is free, donations accepted.
CITY: Mattoon
New Year's Eve Party at Pere Marquette Lodge
Ring in the New Year at Pere Marquette Lodge! Show off your cocktail attire and indulge with appetizers, an open bar and a lavish buffet dinner. Dance the night away with a great band, midnight champagne toast and even party favors! Retreat to cozy accommodations and take the elevator home! Wake up to the New Year with a hearty breakfast and wonderful memories. $379 inclusive, double occupancy. Let us know if you are with a group when making your reservations. Call (618) 786-2331 for details and to make your reservations.
CITY: Grafton
Night of the Luminaria
Be a part of one of the most beautiful and romantic visions of the year. The streets, steps and sidewalks of Galena come alive with nearly 5,000 candle-lit luminaries at dusk. Take a special luminaria trolley ride, be a part of a pub crawl, or just stroll through the streets for this enchanted view.
CITY: Galena
Olde Tyme Christmas and Living History
Decorations and period music accompany reenactments of what 18th century life was like at Fort Massac. The park staff and local historical re-enactors will welcome guests to the visitors' center and museum, which will be festively decorated with items based on 17th and 18th century designs. Hot spiced tea will warm visitors as they sample cookies baked in the authentic period bake oven.
CITY: Metropolis
Dec 21
Orpheum Snow Globe
Spend an enchanted time in a winter wonderland where the tradition of merry-making continues featuring indoor sledding, snowman making, snow ball throwing, ice fishing with prizes, and more!
CITY: Champaign
7 - 15
Savanna Museum & Cultural Center Festival of Trees
It's a Wonderful Life as sponsors from Savanna and surroundings communities show their Holiday spirit. Fifty lighted Christmas are delightfully decorated by local businesses, organizations and individuals in a competition for the Best Tree.
CITY: Savanna
Spend the Holidays with the Hemingways on Boxing Day
Join the Ernest Hemingway Foundation of Oak Park in celebrating the Hemingway family's tradition of generosity on December 26th. In medieval times on the day after Christmas, nobles presented gifts to people who lived on their land. Their gifts, intended to welcome outsiders as family, were presented in boxes, hence the name of the dday. Traditional English music and food will entertain guests.
CITY: Oak Park
21 - 22
The Nutcracker
Even the youngest sugarplum will eagerly follow the heroine, Clara, as her lively imagination leads her on a wonderful journey filled with colorful characters: the fearsome Mouse King, dazzling dancers from many lands, the beautiful Sugarplum Fairy and, of course, the Nutcracker Prince! This fresh, lively and thoroughly entertaining production is sure to become a favorite for the entire family. Don't miss the Ruth Page Civic Ballet perform this holiday tradition.
CITY: Grayslake
Dec 28
The Nutcracker
A new musical of this classic tale comes to life for children of all ages when Marie receives a beautiful nutcracker for Christmas from her mysterious Uncle Drosselmeyer. When the Nutcracker comes to life, it's a magical journey to reach the Sugar Plum Fairy before the wicked Mouse King. Children's Theatre takes place most Sundays through Saturdays at 10 AM. On select days, there is an additional performance at 12:30pm. Performance days and times do vary so please visit the calendar page for each show.
CITY: Lincolnshire
6 - 28
The Nutcracker at The Joffrey Ballet
Don't miss the glorious Chicago holiday tradition of the Nutcracker! A grand production with Tchaikovsky's glorious score played live by a full orchestra, this is sure to be an evening of pure enchantment.
CITY: Chicago
Titanic New Year's Eve Gala
Attend an elegant dinner dance in the beautiful Crystal River Ballroom of the historic Mineral Springs Hotel. Polish your tiaras and jewels, to embellish your gowns. Doors open at 8 p.m., dinner served at 9 p.m. There will be a bottle of champagne on every table, for a midnight toast to 2014. Cost is $50 for single person or $75 per couple. For more info, call (618) 465-6256.
CITY: Alton
Underwater Christmas Tree & Dinner with Santa
Come trim our Christmas Tree, underwater! This unique family event is fun for all as you hang ornaments on our underwater Christmas tree and swim with Santa. Followed by dinner with Santa. Event starts at 5:30pm on December 20th!
CITY: Berwyn
14 - 21
Victorian Christmas at Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio
The story of holidays in the Wright household unfolds during the Victorian Christmas Tour when Junior Interpreters, rained 5th-10th grade students, guide visitors through the home. The home will be decorated as it was when the Wright family lived there during the late 1800s and early 1900s. The free event, which is a holiday tradition at the Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio, takes place 9-11am.
CITY: Oak Park
Dec 24
Victorian Christmas on the Woodstock Square
Not to be missed is Woodstock's Victorian Christmas celebration that begins each Thanksgiving weekend. The Square glows with thousands of miniature lights illuminating the buildings and trees for the annual Festival of Lights. Carolers stroll the streets and visitors can take horse-drawn carriage rides around the Square. Friday November 29, 2013, 7:00pm. Lighting of the Square Sunday December 1, 2013, 2:00pm. Holiday Parade. Every Friday and Saturday November 29, 2013-December 21, 2013 Carriage Rides around the Square.
CITY: Woodstock
Warrenville Holly Days
Holly Days, sponsored by the Warrenville Park District is the City's annual holiday celebration that marks Santa's official entry into Warrenville. Guests can enjoy a warm bonfire, raffles, free horse and carriage rides, hot cider and cookies, and, of course, a visit with Santa. Local Park District and school dance troops, singers, and bands entertain attendees during the event. It is at this event that Warrenville officially turns on its holiday lights creating an array of colors for passersby along Route 56 to see. Holly Days, primarily for Warrenville residents, gives the community an opportunity to come together and kick off the holiday season.
CITY: Warrenville
Jan 3
Way of Lights
This unique celebration of Christmas features a drive through light display, tree and wreath displays, an interactive children's village, camel rides and an indoor laser show. With over one million lights, this event celebrates Christmas in all it's glory.
CITY: Belleville
Dec 22
Weihnachten (Christmas) at the Vineyard!
Take some time this winter to visit White Oak Vineyards, Inc. for Weihnachten (Christmas) at the Vineyard event! The vineyard currently features Seyval Blanc, Frontenac, Foch, Traminette, Cayuga White, Steuben, Chardonel, St. Croix, Marquette and Johannisberg Riesling grapes on eight acres. A log home on the property has been remodeled into the winery and tasting room with a comfortable, warm and inviting atmosphere perfect for gatherings with family and friends. The wrap around porch offers lovely views of the vineyards, new pond and surrounding countryside.
CITY: Carlock
Jan 12
Winter WonderFest at Navy Pier
Everyone's favorite winter extravaganza returns to Navy Pier – Winter WonderFest presented by Bank of America! 'Tis the season to have too much fun inside a 170,000 square foot festive holiday playground. Entertainment for the entire family includes indoor ice skating, rides, attractions, an indoor Ferris wheel and so much more. Bring your family for fun and excitement at the 12th annual Winter WonderFest by Bank of America at Navy Pier!
CITY: Chicago
Jan 4
Winter Wonderland Holiday Light Show
A Lake County holiday tradition. Visit Northern Illinois' largest drive-through Holiday Light Festival, held at the Cuneo Mansion, and view thousands of twinkling lights, animated displays and holiday decorations. While visiting the light show, the Cuneo Mansion & Gardens invites you to walk through the museum for a magical view of Christmas' past. Please visit the website for more information.
CITY: Vernon Hills
Dec 25
Wonderland in Lights 2013
Each year, the City of Effingham and the Effingham Convention and Visitors Bureau turn Community Park into a winter wonderland! Wonderland in Lights, a drive-thru light display, features a variety of lighted holiday scenes including reindeer flying, Santa coming down the chimney, and a Nativity scene. We continue to add new lighting displays each year to grow the display. Santa visits the Wonderland in Lights every Saturday to bring special presents to the children. Come drive through the light display and stick around to talk to Santa and listen to your favorite Christmas carols! The Wonderland in Lights is free, but donations are welcome. Community Park is on East Temple Ave, Effingham, IL. For more information, please call 217-342-5310 or visit www.visiteffinghamil.com.
CITY: Effingham
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I have a 5 year old very enthusiastic for the sport and we have been having a lot of fun practicing, etc. That's really the only thing I care about but, naturally, there is joy in teaching and to that end I have been reading, etc. One of the things I read in Ripken's book was that teach a kid to swing left handed early and he will benefit later. He seemed to naturally gravitate there and picked it up fast. He can really pound the ball off that tee and I think his form is good. He's picking up switching to the right and almost able to pound the ball the same.
In throwing some light balls around it seemed he was able to throw almost equally well with his right and left hand. We ended up getting a second glove to let him throw from left hand also. After a couple months now, there is improvement in the left throwing but it doesn't match the right.
To my question - is there any value in pursing throwing left handed? At the tee-ball stage is even working on switch hitting of much value? Again, I'm really concerned that he's having fun (which he is) and that where it make sense we work on techniques that would benefit his play down the line.
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Babyliss Boutique 5616U Italian AC Dryer 2400
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The lightweight Babyliss Boutique 5615U dryer has an ultra slim concentrator nozzle for precision styling. Italian made, this Boutique dryer has a powerful 2400W motor that enables a super fast drying performance. Not only does this dryer work fast, it also provides smoothness and shine, thanks to its innovative ionic and ceramic technology. This Babyliss Boutique dryer features 3 heat and 2 speed settings, including a true cold setting. A storage bag and information booklet is also included.
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Dining & Shopping at The Charter
Two wonderful restaurants are located on property for overnight guests, meeting attendees, and visitors dropping in from Beaver Creek Village or stopping by off the slopes. More restaurants are located in the nearby Village, as well as a wealth of shopping opportunities. Vending machines are located on the Lower Lobby Level in the Game Room.
Black Diamond Bistro • The Terrace Restaurant • Snack Bar
Catering Services • Shopping
Black Diamond Bistro
One of Beaver Creek's newest restaurants, Black Diamond Bistro is a perfect place to enjoy dinner with friends or family. The Bistro serves contemporary American fare in a friendly and relaxed setting, surrounded by breathtaking views of Beaver Creek. Guests can also stop by the bar for après, to grab a burger or to watch the big game.
Location Main Lobby Level Hours Reservations Menus |
The Terrace Restaurant
Situated at the base of The Charter's grand staircase, The Terrace Restaurant offers sweeping views of Beaver Creek Mountain and Village. The all-natural items on the hot and cold breakfast buffet offer something for every taste. Our chef uses only the freshest products available, including fresh fruits, all-natural breakfast meats and cage-free egg dishes, to ensure healthy and delicious mountain dining. Enjoy breakfast in the comfortable dining room or on the outdoor patio during summer months.
The Terrace Restaurant is also available for private lunch and dinner functions. In addition, the Terrace Patio offers a memorable outdoor setting for luncheons and cocktail receptions. Learn more about Meetings and Events at The Charter at Beaver Creek.
Lower Lobby Level at the base of the Grand Staircase
Open daily, 7:00am-10:30am
Hot Buffet Pricing*
Adult = $16.95
Children 6-12yrs = $9.95
Children 5 & under = Free
Cold Buffet Pricing*
Adult = $11.95
Children 6-12yrs = $6.95
Children 5 & under = Free
*Available in restaurant and take out. Menu items and prices subject to change.
Catering Services
The Charter at Beaver Creek offers full onsite catering services for groups, meetings and weddings. From small board meetings to banquet dinners for up to 180 guests, The Charter at Beaver Creek can host all your banquet needs. Our professional food and beverage staff offers an array of banquet facilities and customized menus to make your event a resounding success. Please contact a Group Sales Manager at 970.845.3166. Learn more about Meetings and Events at The Charter at Beaver Creek.
The Charter at Beaver Creek Catering Menu (PDF)
Snack Bar
The Charter Snack Bar is located at the indoor and outdoor pool in the Health Club. The Snack Bar offers homemade soup, salad and sandwiches, as well as hot dogs, chips, granola bars and fruit. Hot and cold beverages are available, and s'mores kits for the fire pit may be purchased here.
Club (C) Level at the Health Club Pool
Summer only, Wednesday-Sunday, 1:00pm-6:00pm
Shopping in Beaver Creek
The eclectic shops of Beaver Creek Village are located within walking distance of The Charter at Beaver Creek. The stores, galleries and boutiques in the Village offer everything from designer clothing to home furnishings to diamonds and Swiss watches. At the end of the day, stroll back to the elegant lodging at The Charter, or relax and ride our in-town shuttle.
Looking for ski or bike rentals? Be sure to visit Charter Sports, located on our lobby level.
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Mini Olympics Update: Thursday
Friday, November 23, 2012 | 3:25 PMThis is it, motocross racing in its purest form. Gatorback, the former pro National track, has taken some criticism in the past about the dirt disappearing into hard pack concrete, but from my point of view, the track workers did a great job this year! The fourth gear pinned loamy holeshot leads into a couple story drop offs, which makes for one of the most intense starts in motocross. It's followed by staircase-jump-filled sections that last the whole length of the track on the far outside. Third and fourth gear is used a lot on this track and the speeds are sometimes flat out scary. The dirt is loamy in some spots, then hard pack blue groove in others. The riders who have good throttle control shine in these conditions, but like any motocross race, the start seems to be the most important factor in the results.
It's pretty standard to hear the rider's say,"they have been waiting to hang it out on the National track." Sometimes it's just an excuse to cover up poor results in the supercross portion and in other cases like Kawasaki's Thomas Covington, it's their time to wick it up. Covington came out and won the 250 A Class by holeshotting and leading every lap to dominate the first National moto of the day. That set the stage and built excitement for the fans to see who would step it up next. Club MX's Jace Owen is getting close to a win with the speed he gains every moto and seems to be improving every time he throws a leg over the bike. Don't be surprised to see Owen win a moto and possibly a title before the week is over.
Club MX's Jace Owen.
The surprise in the B Class was KTM's Bryson Taylor taking the win over some highly supported, heavy favorites in the first qualifier. Suzuki's Matthew Burkeen and GEICO Honda's Jordon Smith won the other two qualifiers in the B Class with convincing rides, proving they are going to be the favorites going forward.
In the C classes we had new faces also winning motos and making a name for themselves at the 2012 Mini O's. New Jersey's Rocky Cagno came out with a bang by winning the first qualifying in the 250 C Stock Division, with Stephen Culleney and Matt Boyer close behind. Virginia's Kael Halloway and Georgia's Mason Beasley won the other two qualifiers, but the wins were earned with close racing all the way to the checkers.
Throughout the day there is a lot of qualifiers in almost every class, but the track maintenance workers are on top of things, preventing dangerous conditions and firing every race off like clockwork. It will be interesting to see what new names will be on top in the younger and older divisions as racing continues throughout the rest of the week.
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"The fourth gear pinned loamy holeshot " ITS CALLED A START not a holeshot. For the last time the holeshot is the FIRST bike through the first turn, the start in NOT called the holeshot. Chris O Neal if you dont know what you are talking about then dont write.
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He's talking about the 1st corner you dumb@ss. 4th gear pinned start? I don't know of anyone one but you that would try to START a race in 4th gear.
Read what he wrote again.
"The fourth gear pinned loamy holeshot leads into a couple story drop offs..."
When he says "holeshot" he is not talking about the start, he's describing the 1st corner in which a rider can grab the holeshot.
FombyJambox, shut up. Go complain somewhere else.
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covington won heat 1 of the 250a not the hole class cooper webb won heat 2
Hey dirtmonky read it again, he is describing the start and calling it the "holeshot"
Some people dont have a clue and you and O Neil are two of them.
Hey FombyJambox let me help you with your 3rd grade reading comprehension.
I've replaced the word holeshot, maybe this will help you understand there is more than one way to describe something.
The fourth gear pinned loamy 1st CORNER leads into a couple story drop offs,
Using YOUR own definition of holeshot:
"For the last time the holeshot is the first bike through the FIRST TURN."
The author is using the word holdshot which even you agree by your definition as being the FIRST TURN to describe the FIRST TURN.
By using "holeshot" to describe the 1st turn, it gives the reader(at least those with more than a 3rd grade comprehension level) the mental image of 40 bikes screaming into the corner.
If he were to just use the word "corner" not much of a mental image comes to mind.


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If you're like most pregnant women, you've been showered with questions and comments from well-meaning family members, friends and strangers. Still, I find it amazing when someone asks a pregnant woman, "Are you dilated?" I'm not sure there's any other time in your life when someone would feel free to question the state of your cervix. Still, the question comes up fairly often.
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It's easy to pin your hopes on the results of a cervical exam, but the information you get from a cervical exam is limited at best. The measurements from a cervical exam are only estimations, so two different health care providers could have different results. In addition, the results don't predict when you'll go into labor. You could be dilated 2 to 3 centimeters and 30 percent effaced for days or even weeks before labor actually begins. Also, a cervical exam can be uncomfortable and may cause spotting or increased vaginal discharge for the day. Sometimes the information isn't worth the trouble.
One of my colleagues describes the cervical exam as a disappointment: You're disappointed if you learn that you're not dilated, and you're disappointed if you're dilated but still pregnant the next day.
In my own practice, I don't do routine cervical exams if I can be sure of the presenting part from a tummy check. If a woman wants to know what her cervix is doing, however, I'm happy to do the exam — and if a stranger wants to know the state of your cervix, you can always say that your cervix is fine and then ask kindly how theirs is doing.
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When I was pregnant with my first daughter, at my 34 week checkup they told me I was 2 cm dilated and 60% effaced....I stayed 2 cm until they induced me(fluid level dropped due to bad sinus infection) at 38 weeks 2 days. I did continue to soften as when I was induced I was 90% effaced. With this my second baby I am 1cm dilated and hope that at my next apointment its progressing even though I know from past experience that even if I dilate further its not indicative of labor being really soon.
- Sarah
April 8, 2011 12:29 p.m.
I was told at my 38 wk check by one dr, I was 0 dilated, but 80% effaced. At my 39 wk check (w/my dr)I was told 0 dilated, 60% effaced. Obviously, the "results" of the internal exam depends on the practioner. At 40 wks (my dr) said that I hadn't changed from the wk before. I'm now 41 wks dilated 1, but no mention of effacement was made this time. My dr wants to schedule me for an induction in a few days, with more "unnecessary" testing between now and then. I just had the Bio-fetal profile/stress test done yesterday and it was absolutely normal (per my dr's own words "perfect")-NO ISSUES! But he wants me to have another one today and he also did not like me questioning him for the reason to have another done. Too bad! Doctors need to learn to listen to their patients as we also have some say in the care we receive and are capable of educationing ourselves on childbirth. I hope my little man comes soon on his own. Fingers crossed!
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October 19, 2010 11:11 p.m.
I was dilated to 2cm for about 2 weeks prior to going into labor with my second daughter. During that time I also had several bouts of false labor. This was good news to me anyway, because with my first daughter I wouldn't dilate even though I was in labor.
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I agree the cervix check is just weird. It never seems to tell anyone anything. There were 5 of us pregnant at the same time. This was the results #1 - Dilated 2 effaced 40% for 2 weeks - C-section #2 - Never dilated or effaced C-section #3 - Dilated 8 for 6 hours effaced from 0% to 100% for about 15 minutes #4 - Dilated 2 for a few hours with no efface. Then went from 2 to birth in 15 minutes. #5 - Dilated 3 for the last trimester. what to eat while pregnant
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September 13, 2010 9:12 a.m.
When I reached about 36 weeks, I seemed to get a check every time I went in, and each time I heard "Nada. Your cervix is hard as a rock." This was what I heard from 36 weeks until the Cervadil kicked in at the hospital. After 48 hours of very painful Pitocin-induced contractions (my blood pressure had spiked due to the pain of being in LABOR, go figure!), I had still not dilated beyond 2 cm and ended up having a c-section. There were about eight total cervical checks and each time my husband and I got our hopes up and each time they were dashed in about 30 seconds. Although emotionally it truely is lose-lose when you don't get the news you want, medically the check still has value, and it's only a few uncomfortable seconds out of many more to come in a woman's life and when it comes down to it, the baby will be born one way or another. Without the check, my sister in law would've had no idea she was dilated to five cm halfway through through her pregnancy with multiples and could have created complications for no good reason.
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August 25, 2010 6:34 p.m.
I had my 38 week appt yesterday and declined the exams. I was basically told that "well it's your body but you're not making the right choice" The doc was just upset that someone told him no. I did tell him why. The reasons they aren't a good idea. he said I was making things up. Good riddance!
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Hi... Just brought this game. In the description it said it comes with all the downloadable content ever released for it. When it says all, does it mean all? ( can someone give a list of the content that this game comes with ). Also do we have to unlock this content, or is it available from the start?.. thx
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DLC is:
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Plus loads of costumes and lobby parts that I never bothered with.
Don't know for def but would wager all you get to start is all the dlc, Jasmine and Highland. all the rest is unlocked in challenge mode. I guess if you have Gloria or Krapos the challenge mode is suddenly not very challenging mind!
£25 is a good price once you factor in the DLC, most of us prolly paid over £20 just for the dlc.
*Toro was a freebie one Christmas for Euro and NA so would be interesting to see if included in new PSN version.
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on 04-05-2012 09:59 AM
Was it ever "busy"?
We still limp along, most nights from around 7pm GMT G0 tours will run (takes a bit of a hit on a big Champions League footy nights) but after 10pm GMT when the NA's come online it plays fine. The PSN release has seen quite a lot of newbs online and we have noticed a few 20 plus G3's flying. I reckon you will have about 2 months to get through the ranks before the novelty wears of and it becomes near impossible to gain promotion.
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i already own the game on disk.so is it worth spending the $49.95 au dollars for the newer version or not
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No, the disk version is fine (unless you plan to get all the dlc and it adds up to more than the PSN version)
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