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This Week in Human Rights: Gender Protection
Submitted by Anna Bartlett. on Mon, 12/15/2008 - 8:52am.The work we do at UUSC can be overwhelming in its scope and subject matter. But we have a way of dealing with large and complex issues that allows us to create positive change in even the most dire circumstances.
By taking a complex issue and breaking it down into individual components we are able to manage and control what appears to be an unmanageable problem.
One great example of this approach is our work in Darfur, creating stronger protection measures for women in camps for Internally Displaced Persons.
Violence Against Women and Girls in Darfur
Gender violence is only one part of a large number of issues that need to be addressed in order for violence in Darfur to come to an end. While we wait for a larger cease-fire to be called, there are concrete ways we can make a difference now in the lives of those who are most impacted by violence.
The protection of women and children in IDP camps is a staggeringly large project to undertake, but we, along with our partners on the ground, have been able to break it down into smaller, more manageable pieces. All these pieces add up to a larger web of protection for women and girls in Darfur.
UUSC has identified many of the steps needed to ensure that protection for women is a concrete reality, rather than a theoretical policy. Things like providing trained and supplied firewood patrols to accompany women on their trips outside camps and creating market spaces inside camps for women to generate income combine with other steps to add up to a complex solution for a complex problem.
We have a lofty goal, but by taking things step-by-step, we can reach that goal.
It is important to stay up-to-date on the situation in Darfur, as things are constantly changing. Please check back with our website regularly to stay up-to-date and to learn more about the conflict in Darfur.
If you would like to help us to ensure that women in Darfur are protected, please join our Drumbeat for Darfur campaign or consider becoming a member of UUSC.
Women Taking Action Against Violence
Submitted by Ariel Jacobson on Fri, 12/12/2008 - 2:32pm.On November 25, 1960, the Mirabal sisters Minerva, Patria, and Maria Teresa, known as Las Mariposas (or the Butterflies), from Salcedo, Dominican Republic, were brutally murdered by assassins hired by the dictator Rafael Trujillo. The Butterflies were activists involved in an underground movement of resistance against Trujillo's corrupt military rule.
Since 1999, the United Nations has recognized the anniversary of this day, November 25, as the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women. The day also kicks off 16 Days of Activism Against Gender Violence, which run through December 10. This year, December 10 marked the 60th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.
The 16 Days of Activism are a time for the world
community to come together to proclaim that violence against women and girls is
a global issue that must be addressed at the local, national, and international
levels. Efforts around the 16 Days of Activism focus on building international solidarity
among women and sharing effective strategies to combat violence against women,
as well as developing new tools to advance the work of women's human rights.
It is also a chance to recognize that not all violence against women is as dramatic
as the assassination of three political dissidents that sparks off a public
uproar, as in the case of Las Mariposas. There are many
forms of violence against women — physical, psychological, sexual, and
economic — from domestic violence to trafficking, from harmful traditional
practices to rape as a weapon of war. Most often abuses take place day by day, at
home, in the family, in the workplace, in the community, or through policies
and institutions of the state.
UUSC's Economic Justice partner the Center for the Promotion and Defense of Human Labor Rights (Ceprodehl) has taken a strong, vocal stand against gender-based violence. Specifically, Ceprodehl calls attention to the gender dimensions of occupational and workplace violence, as well the labor dimensions of violence against women and the fact that indigenous women are particularly targeted.
In addition to using organizing and outreach to build the capacity of workers to act collectively to defend their rights, Ceprodehl uses one powerful tool in particular — the media — to raise public awareness and to pressure the government to respond to violations of women's human labor rights, especially in the maquiladoras (factories that produce goods for export) in the state of Yucatán.
Here are two articles written by Socorro Chablé, Ceprodehl's president and a professional journalist, describing how violations of workers' rights and violence against women converge. Her piece "Reyna Ramirez: Among blue waters, a story of violence," is about the struggle of activist Reyna Ramirez, and former UUSC program partner the Commission for Human and Labor Rights of the Tehuacan Valley, for justice for women workers in Mexico's Maquiladora industry.
In a second article, "Under threat of removal, The 'Maquila Monologues' performed in the Nonpolluting Industries Park," Chablé shows how artist-activist are using theater in unlikely places to raise awareness about violence women workers face in maquiladoras.
In maquiladoras, violations against the rights of primarily young, indigenous workers are pervasive, as employers often do not allow workers to seek medical care and neglect to provide adequate safety equipment and training, putting workers' health and safety at risk in the name of greater profit.
But at the same time, women are taking action to inform themselves of their rights as workers and to build allies in a global movement to eliminate violence against women.
Enjoy UUSC's Annual Report for 2008
Submitted by Mark Simon. on Fri, 12/12/2008 - 10:05am.I am happy to announce the publication of UUSC's 2008 Annual Report.
Our report offers highlights of UUSC's major programmatic and advocacy activities in 2008 and illustrates our work through compelling photography. It also provides year-end financial statements and recognizes recipients of UUSC's annual social justice awards, as well as the year's outstanding local representatives. And of course, the annual report acknowledges the generous and vital support of UUs congregations and individuals just like you.
Click here to download and view a PDF of the 2008 Annual Report.
To download PDFs of annual reports from past years, please visit our annual reports archive. You may also order copies of the 2008 Annual Report and other UUSC publications to help promote UUSC's human rights work in your congregation or community.
Happy reading!
Sinkford Visit with UUSC Partners Underscores UU Faith in Action
Submitted by Johanna Chao Kr... on Wed, 11/26/2008 - 12:39pm.UUSC's theory of change understands that human rights are not won without struggle.
We believe that justice is about people living together in respect and dignity, sharing resources fairly and equitably, and affirming hope, human potential and creativity.
Toward that end, our human rights and social justice work is driven by two key engines:
During their tour, Rev. Sinkford's group of met with several UUSC partners who are strengthening economic and environmental justice and rights in humanitarian crisis in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, and South Africa.
One of those partners, the Kenya National Alliance of Street Vendors and Informal Traders (KENASVIT), shared with President Sinkford an important aspect of their work in the aftermath of Kenya's post-election crisis (following the December 2007 contested election).
In response to the violence and resulting economic and humanitarian crisis, KENASVIT launched a revolving loan fund for street vendor members that delivers essential financial support to devastated livelihoods while also providing peace and reconciliation and conflict resolution training. KENASVIT has done exceptional work modeling inter-ethnic cooperation, and responding concretely to the needs of street vendors and traders so that their vital livelihoods — and organizing and policy work — can continue.
Without the support of Unitarian Universalists for this fund and this partner, this work would not be taking place.
Rev. Sinkford's presence also put a tangible "name and face" on the UU denomination for our partners. The visit by Rev. Sinkford and his delegation and the interest they expressed in their work bring to life significant UU principles, which comprise both a foundation and a mandate for putting faith into action.
As we celebrate the holiday of "Thanksgiving" in the United States this week, I am grateful to be inspired by the resilience, leadership, and principles of both our partners and Unitarian Universalists — as evidenced by this joining of hands this November.
We believe that justice is about people living together in respect and dignity, sharing resources fairly and equitably, and affirming hope, human potential and creativity.
Toward that end, our human rights and social justice work is driven by two key engines:
- the work and leadership of our courageous partners around the world; and
- the support and engagement of our members and supporters — including, in large number, Unitarian Universalists.
During their tour, Rev. Sinkford's group of met with several UUSC partners who are strengthening economic and environmental justice and rights in humanitarian crisis in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, and South Africa.
In response to the violence and resulting economic and humanitarian crisis, KENASVIT launched a revolving loan fund for street vendor members that delivers essential financial support to devastated livelihoods while also providing peace and reconciliation and conflict resolution training. KENASVIT has done exceptional work modeling inter-ethnic cooperation, and responding concretely to the needs of street vendors and traders so that their vital livelihoods — and organizing and policy work — can continue.
Without the support of Unitarian Universalists for this fund and this partner, this work would not be taking place.
Rev. Sinkford's presence also put a tangible "name and face" on the UU denomination for our partners. The visit by Rev. Sinkford and his delegation and the interest they expressed in their work bring to life significant UU principles, which comprise both a foundation and a mandate for putting faith into action.
As we celebrate the holiday of "Thanksgiving" in the United States this week, I am grateful to be inspired by the resilience, leadership, and principles of both our partners and Unitarian Universalists — as evidenced by this joining of hands this November.
Leave a Seat for Elijah at Your Next Guest at Your Table Celebration
Submitted by Meredith Barges. on Mon, 11/24/2008 - 12:07pm.Passover is my favorite holiday that I do not celebrate. I say that because I have only celebrated Passover once, in Tel Aviv, back in 1999. At that time, I was living in Jerusalem — and the irony of saying the last words of the Hagaddah, "Next year in Jerusalem," inside a Jewish state, was not lost on me.
Since that Seder, I have been invited to just one other, at my friend Daniel's house in Chicago, but I could not make it. That is why I was so excited when I got another invitation, last Friday.
Our events coordinator, Cristin Martineau, came around with a list of local congregations that were kicking off their Guest at Your Table programs, and she invited me to attend one. When I looked at her list and saw that the Northshore UU Church, in Danvers, Mass., was holding a Seder to celebrate Thanksgiving and the opening of Guest at Your Table, my plans for Sunday were sealed.
I arrived at 10:30 Sunday morning, not sure exactly what to expect; but I got a great seat, next to the most well-known and well-liked person in the congregation, Tony Toledo, a resident writer and professional storyteller. He filled me in on the who-is-who and what-is-what of the busy 200-person congregation.
Soon the service began, and an intergenerational group that included two children, the religious educator, and two others adult congregants took their seats at a well-laid table, in the center of the church. The youngest at the table took up the microphone, asking, "What makes today different from other days?" And so our Thanksgiving Guest at Your Table Passover Seder began. Later, we shared a corn-bread-and-cider communion, just to make it a thoroughly UU, intradenominational celebration.
Beyond the restriction of eating unleavened bread and unfermented wine, there is so much to like about the Passover Seder (dinner) — sitting together with family and friends, eating course upon course of delicious food, and listening to stories about the heroic fortitude of one's ancestors. (Sounds a bit like Thanksgiving, right?, if you substitute the Pilgrims for the Israelites.)
I love the Passover tradition of leaving the door open for a special guest, Elijah, who may or may not arrive. Even in his absence, Elijah is a magical presence, representing hope, redemption, and future blessings. We pour him a cup of wine, and we reserve him a seat.
To me, there is no more fitting way to celebrate Guest at Your Table than with a Passover Seder. I have always envisioned this UUSC/UU tradition as a playful adaptation of Passover and its symbolic guest, Elijah. Just as during Passover, we open our door to hope, inviting in a special guest with whom we share our blessings, even if it is with something as simple as a gift box full of folded dollars or a "cup of wine for Elijah." We give thanks, and we look to a brighter future.
"Thank you for the vine and the fruit of the vine, for the produce of the field, and for the precious, good and spacious land." — The Haggadah
Happy Thanksgiving! And Happy Guest at Your Table!
Inspired by Hope at the Gathering of the Tents
Submitted by Kara Smith on Fri, 11/21/2008 - 8:12am.
In the spring of 2008, UUSC forged a partnership with the creators of Tents of Hope, knowing it would be a powerful, community-building project that would inspire hope and creativity. We felt that UUSC's Drumbeat for Darfur campaign, with its focus on the protection of women and girls in Darfur, was complementary to the goals and objectives of Tents of Hope. Since then, we have been seen that this was true.
The Tents of Hope project concluded this weekend in Washington D.C., on the Mall, with a gathering of over 300 tents, from 48 states, before they were shipped to Darfur to be used in camps for internally displaced persons.
It was an amazing sight, approaching the colorful tents, as I made my way from the Metro. I saw many people walking between the tents, talking to those who had decorated them. All were beautiful works of art, some decorated by youth and some by experienced artists.
UUSC staff members were invited to share the Washington-based All Souls Church, Unitarian tent, which had been decorated by their youth along with a youth group from the First Unitarian Church of Dallas, Texas. As I stood in the tent, I felt humbled knowing this tent would soon be used as a school for children in a camp in Darfur. We thank them for inviting us in.
While the presence of the tents and their intended uses are amazing in themselves, the attendance of so many concerned citizens at such an incredible time in history was inspiring.
Over the course of the weekend, two other UUSC staff members and I provided three workshops about the need for improved civilian protections, particularly for women and girls. We were heartened by the interest and energy that those who attended shared with us. In addition, while on the Mall this weekend, we were spoke to hundreds of individuals wanting to learn more about our work and how they can help.
I also want to highlight all of the UUSC members and supporters who have been involved in the Drumbeat for Darfur campaign. Over the last 6 months, we have sent Drumbeat for Darfur materials to over 160 individuals and congregations. They have shared them with their communities, helping to spread the message that women girls need particular protection strategies. We are seeing the effects of all this good work. Standing beside you, we will continue to keep the pressure on.
The Power of Movements: 11th AWID International Forum
Submitted by Martha Thompson on Thu, 11/20/2008 - 3:13pm.The following blog was written by Kisholi Perera, of We Women Against Violence, a UUSC partner in Sri Lanka, while attending the 11th International AWID Forum, in Cape Town, South Africa.
This forum, the largest recurring event of its kind, opened today with approximately 2,200 women and men, coming from grassroots groups to the corridors of power, from all over the world. The theme this year is The Power of Movements.
The ambience provides not only an opportunity to empower oneself with new tools and resources, but also to collectively repoliticize the gender and development community, strengthen alliances among women from all walks of life, and engage in an exercise and a pattern of thinking that is truly inspirational.
The conference has provided a platform for many women and men of the Global South, young women, and marginalized groups, who have had difficulty getting their agenda heard on a global stage. In an environment where one is provoked and inspired by an exceptional group of thoughtful, forward-looking, and fiercely committed women and men, one is forced to get involved in global action plans and campaigns that will emerge out of the forum, but will last well beyond it.
Participants are made to feel welcome, nurtured, fortified, and challenged by a group of like-minded activists, academics, and practitioners. With a myriad of plenary speeches, interactive sessions, workshops, debates, and creative sessions taking place, there is an abundance of learning and knowledge-sharing among participants.
The AWID conference opening was a plenary session titled Women Organizing and Transforming the World, which was remarkable for me, as it is my first time at AWID. I was able to understand the background and the way forward for this conference. Within the four days of the conference, there were sessions on very useful topics for me, but I was able to attend only one session at a time.
One of the sessions that I attended was New Insights on Religious Fundamentalisms, where I learned about the myths of religious fundamentalism. The session was based on research done by the plenary, which was good, as it led to an evidence-based discussion. Other sessions on climate change and gender issues were interesting. There was a lot of discussion on the reasons for climate change and also the actions that women's organizations can take in the future.
Another interesting session was From outrage to power: Using the law as a tool for change in conflict and post conflict situations. I found this session very useful, as it relates to me as someone from a country with a war that has lasted nearly two decades. This session discussed U.N. Security Council Resolutions 1325 and 1820. It also discussed the actions that could be taken when working in conflict areas, which was useful, as I am working on a UUSC project in the Eastern part of Sri Lanka.
The other big event at the AWID conference was the 1 in 9 Campaign. Delegates of AWID were invited to join a protest march to draw attention to the murder, rape, and violation of human-rights defenders around the world and the failure of criminal justice systems and governments globally to provide redress and justice. This was a call for an end to impunity for perpetrators of these crimes. There were so many other important and useful sessions that I will write to you about later.
I was able to meet other women from donor agencies and different networks, and share my experience working with the network and what we are doing in Sri Lanka as a regional network.
This Week in Human Rights, November 17-23, 2008
Submitted by Anna Bartlett. on Tue, 11/18/2008 - 1:21pm.What does the future hold for U.S.-sponsored torture?
We here at UUSC are no strangers to butting heads with the U.S. government when there are specific policies in place that directly violate human and civil rights. As the end of the George W. Bush era rapidly approaches and a new Barack Obama era is about to start, it's a good time to take a look at an issue that could potentially change drastically in the coming months: torture.
To be honest, I'm not even sure where to begin with this because the violations perpetrated by the Bush administration have been so egregious (and numerous) that it almost seems like a bad joke. Almost. Renditions, suspending habeas corpus, Guantanamo prison, innocent civilians arrested, and the list goes on and on until it begins to resemble a potential plot of a Cohen brothers' movie:
"Rendition Expedition" is the story of a misguided U.S. administration that tries to see how many international laws they can ignore without getting caught. Wacky hijinx and wanton acts of violence ensue. Coming to theaters in January.
If the topic weren't so serious it would almost be laughable. Playing upon the fears of a shell-shocked nation, the government pushed through torture policies, all the while blithely ignoring protests, international statutes, even U.S. laws, and basic common sense. I mean, a large and persuasive body of research has shown that torture doesn't work as an effective intelligence gathering tool! And yet, here we are.
Despite the hostile climate in Washington D.C., UUSC moved forward with our work with the STOP (Stop Torture Permanently) Campaign and our continued participation with the National Religious Campaign Against Torture. UUSC has been steadfastly shining a light on these illegal and immoral policies but it has been an uphill battle all the way. It's been, at times, a heartbreaking, demoralizing, and seemingly futile battle, but nonetheless, we kept on trucking.
And then?
Could it be? Is Obama seriously considering closing Guantanamo and restoring habeas corpus? Well, that just seems so... so... reasonable. Judging by the president-elect's own words, it seems like he will indeed try to make shutting down the detention center a priority once he takes office. Whether or not he'll actually be able to do it is another story, obviously, but isn't it refreshing to hear about a potential policy that upholds the rule of law and dignity of human life rather than tears it down and treats people like pawns in an elaborate chess game? A return of good judgment, I'd say.
But we're not out of the woods yet. Just because it seems like the incoming Obama administration will be much friendlier to the concept of upholding human rights than the previous administration doesn't mean that our work is done. We must hold President-elect Obama accountable to his promises and make sure he has the support and tools he needs to bring this shameful chapter in our history to a close. While the tone of the letters and phone calls to our representatives might change, the message is still the same: government-sponsored torture is immoral, abhorrent, and illegal, and must be brought to a swift and final end.
Hear, hear.
Two schoolgirls blinded in acid attack in Afghanistan
Submitted by Fatema Haji-Taki. on Fri, 11/14/2008 - 12:32pm.On Wednesday, November 12, the lives of several young girls in Kandahar, Afghanistan, were changed forever. While they were walking to school, they were attacked by two men who sprayed acid on them, blinding at least two of the girls. It is suspected that Taliban militants are responsible for the act. Under the Taliban regime from 1996-2001, women and girls were forbidden to attend school. Since the fall of the Taliban, women and girls have had the opportunity to attain education, much to the distress of Taliban leaders and militants. In the past few years, several school girls have been threatened, attacked, and even killed for going to school.
Unfortunately, acid attacks on women is not an uncommon phenomenon in South Asian countries like India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh; however, it is usually practiced by men taking revenge against women who refuse to respond to a man's romantic or sexual overtures. The recent horrific acid attack in Afghanistan seems like a new tactic being used by the Taliban in their ongoing assault on girls and women practicing their right to education.
UUSC has four program partners in Afghanistan — Afghan Center, Afghan Women Judges Association, Barakat, and Humanitarian Assistance for Women and Children of Afghanistan. All of them have reported a worsening security situation that makes their work more challenging. Anyone following the news knows that over the past couple of years, many of the gains in establishing security and advancing rights for marginalized populations in Afghanistan have been lost.
One of UUSC's newest program partners, Barakat, is an organization that creates educational opportunities for women and children in Afghanistan, India, and Pakistan. What began as a weaving project in the late 1980s has since developed into an innovative strategy for helping local communities shape their own future.
Barakat's programs in Afghanistan are an attempt to fill the void and expand opportunities for girls and women. Barakat's educational programs include schools, literacy programs, and women's empowerment programs. In particular, UUSC supports Barakat's efforts to raise awareness about citizens' rights under the constitution, which guarantees human rights, women's rights, and civil liberties. To achieve this, Barakat provides human-rights training to Barakat School and Literacy Course teachers, who can then introduce these topics in their classrooms.
We asked Barakat's Program Manager, Arti Pandey, on her thoughts about the acid attacks and here is what she had to say:
"It is just appalling...it
really chills the heart that someone could so callously, easily, and willfully
destroy the life of another individual — a stranger to them but a symbol of
something they oppose! I can't imagine how much hatred they must carry in their
hearts to actually perform an act like this...
I don't know how widespread it is in Afghanistan. It has been happening in India and Pakistan but most often [it] is a case of "punishing" some woman/girl for
not responding to (or breaking off from) a man's romantic overtures. It is the
ultimate manner (and very safe too because it is done from a distance) in which
to finally humble and reduce a woman (short of rape) without actually killing
her... Plastic surgery is expensive and most of these women/girls will not be
able to afford it.
I do believe that the Taliban act with more impunity and openness in the southern districts like Kandahar where this attack happened... The Pashtoon population is dominant in Kandahar — there are also Hazaras and Tajiks there, though as minorities. But an incident like this has repercussions for everyone across the country. After all, even our own Country Director sends his daughters to school in Kabul (they walk to school) and something like this would chill his heart for fear of his own children's safety — that is a natural reaction — isn't it? How can it be such a curse to simply be born a girl?"
We at UUSC are committed to working with our partners in Afghanistan to create a fair and just society that protects the rights of all Afghans, especially women and girls.
To learn more about UUSC's Civil Liberties Program and how you can get involved, visit www.uusc.org/civilliberties.
UUA President Embarks on Pilgrimage to Africa
Submitted by Ki Kim. on Fri, 11/07/2008 - 1:43pm.
Reverend William G. Sinkford, president of the Unitarian Universalist Association, embarked this week on a pilgrimage to visit six African countries. His 19-day sojourn features stops in South Africa and Kenya, where he will be meeting with UUSC partners. He will also be visiting Uganda, Senegal, Ghana, and Nigeria.
The goals of Sinkord's journey include learning from the experience and wisdom of leaders in South Africa's Truth and Reconciliation work (including Nobel Laureate Archbishop Desmond Tutu) and learning from the leaders of social justice and human rights movements, such as UUSC partners the Coalition Against Water Privatisation (CAWP) and the Rock Women Group and KENASVIT. Other goals include renewing ties with Unitarian Universalists in Africa and bearing witness to one of the centers of Atlantic Slave Trade, Île de Gorée (in Senegal).
Sinkford is scheduled to meet with CAWP and their members on November 12 - 13. His meeting with the Rock Women Group is set for November 16 and his meeting with KENASVIT for the following day. On or around those dates, staff of UUSC's Environmental Justice and Economic Justice Programs will be posting blogs commenting on Sinkford's visits. Please be sure to visit UUSC's website!
The UUA has created a website featuring a wide menu of resources on Sinkford's trip, including background on the places and people he's visiting, a blog to which Sinkford is posting frequent reports, and an invitation for constituents to submit questions they'd like Sinkford to ask of Archbishop Tutu and other leaders.


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this function will fix properly following issues with Visual Styles (Themes):
- Frame control (black background on controls)
- Focus rectangles not shown
- Accelerator keys not shown
- CommandButton, CheckBox and OptionButton with Graphical Style not themed
In order to use this function you first need to create a manifest:
Or just put attached resource fille into your application. That is the same just compiled into a resource.Code:<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8" standalone="yes"?> <assembly xmlns="urn:schemas-microsoft-com:asm.v1" manifestVersion="1.0"> <dependency> <dependentAssembly> <assemblyIdentity type="win32" name="Microsoft.Windows.Common-Controls" version="188.8.131.52" language="*" processorArchitecture="*" publicKeyToken="6595b64144ccf1df"/> </dependentAssembly> </dependency> </assembly>
This need to be put on the Sub Main:
To put on every Form Load event:Code:Private Sub Main() Call InitVisualStyles Form.Show vbModeless End Sub
The Code is too long to put directly here. So I have attached it. (see CodeVisualStyles.txt)Code:Private Sub Form_Load() Call SetupVisualStyles(Me) End Sub
EDIT: Fixed the EnabledVisualStyles() function. It returned a wrong result when the application was marked with the "Disable visual themes" under the "Compatibility" tab.
EDIT: Fixed a bug that the "hot" flag gets cleared when focus is lost but mouse is still hovering over the button.
EDIT: Enhanced the InitVisualStyles() function to prevent crashes (under certain circumstances) at application shutdown.


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the room is a bit small but expected as it is in the midtown of NY. the location is quite convience as just 1-2 block from MTA #6 train.
Може стягуватися плата за розміщення додаткових осіб залежно від політики готелю.
Під час поселення потрібно мати при собі посвідчення особи державного зразка з фотокарткою та кредитну картку або готівкову заставу на випадок непередбачених витрат.
Особливі запити виконуються за можливості після поселення, і за них може стягуватися додаткова плата. Виконання особливих запитів не гарантується.
**Ці вигоди можуть бути доступні лише в певних номерах або апартаментах. Також за деякі з них може стягуватися додаткова плата.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include: a media lounge with large screen TV, e-Game area with Wii, fitness center located on the second floor and a seasonal outdoor pool. Complimentary Passes to local Bally's Total Fitness available. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Може стягуватися плата за розміщення додаткових осіб залежно від політики готелю.
Під час поселення потрібно мати при собі посвідчення особи державного зразка з фотокарткою та кредитну картку або готівкову заставу на випадок непередбачених витрат.
Особливі запити виконуються за можливості після поселення, і за них може стягуватися додаткова плата. Виконання особливих запитів не гарантується.
Mold under shower mat ice maker on our floor did not work !!Дійсний відгук від користувача Hotels.com
"Pleasantly surprised"
Found a great last minute deal and took it. Glad I did, the place was modern and clean and the room (with king bed) was larger than I was expecting. We ate at the restaurant as well, food was very good. Staff at the desk and in the restaurant were very friendly.Дійсний відгук від користувача Hotels.com
"Only game in town"
The location is great if your visiting family or friends in the Rahway / Clark area. If you leave your room after 9:00 in the morning they do NOT clean your room. What' up with that? The bathrooms in the rooms are not great. The front desk staff & restaurant / bar is friendly & helpful.Дійсний відгук від користувача Hotels.com
Great placeДійсний відгук від користувача Hotels.com
"A little disappointed for the 1st time"
I have stayed at this location at least six times. Normally, I am extremely satisfied. The customer service is great. However, this time I could see the bathroom had not been thoroughly cleaned. Other areas of the room were a little questionable including the tissue box. One disappointing stay out of six is not bad.Дійсний відгук від користувача Hotels.com
"Convenient event location"
The hotel exceeded my expectations for a Holiday Inn property. This hotel compares with other higher-end hotels; for value/ price. The room was spacious, and clean. The front desk staff was pleasant, professional in appearance and conduct. The hotel provides full as well as self-service restaurant items, full service bar, TV screens throughout the bar/restaurant […] area. Out-door seating/pool. Complimentary shuttle service within 5 miles. Business center with free Wi-Fi connection throughout the hotel. The the only reason I did not give them a 5 overall rating is due to the very loud church group piano and choir service performing on the floor directly below my floor/room. Which bolted me out of bed too early in the morning. Much too late for me to request a change of rooms. Since I was not aware of their presence. After a late night from attending a family reunion, I lost a nights full sleep before departing for a Trans-con flight following check out. Читати даліДійсний відгук від користувача Hotels.com
"Great stay"
I had a perfect stay here. The staff was excellent and very helpful. The room was clean and the bed was very comfortable with both soft and firm pillows to fit any need.Дійсний відгук від користувача Hotels.com
"Nice stay but bathroom needs a remodel"
The room was nice, roomy and comfy. The bathroom was too small, should take some space from the bedroom to make the bathroom more comfortable. -- Not enough shelf space. Biggest drawback was that the bathroom has no ventilation fan. Also, the toilet paper dispenser is a few inches off the floor, much too low to reach. We did not receive the newspaper […] on Monday morning. When we asked the front desk, the lady didn't seem to care. Dinners were great, breakfast not so much. The hot food buffet is too expensive and the hot food was not hot. The exercise room was good. Читати даліДійсний відгук від користувача Hotels.com
"Good location to stay in central NJ"
We were there for a friend's wedding. Hotel is clean, modern, and quiet. Only complaint we had is that the closets are rather small, and there was no arm chair in our room. We'd stay there again.Дійсний відгук від користувача Hotels.com
"Excellent customer service"
Outstanding everything was great from the front desk clerks, restaurant staff, and the maid service all were truly hospitable.Дійсний відгук від користувача Hotels.com
"Gross rooms, unfriendly staff"
Do yourself a favor and don't stay here. The staff is mean and should dont be in he business of hospitality. We walked into our room and it was DIRTY. There were things left from the people before us all over and when I called the front desk to ask if we were in the right room they have us attitude and said it was in the "system" as being cleaned!!! […] I am the customer!! My husband called the front desk to ask for something which should have been in the room and the lady made us feel like we ere inconveniencing HER!! When he said thank you at the end if the conversation, all she said was "okay" and hung up... If that is customer service to you then please stay here, otherwise I would reccomend another hotel. Читати даліДійсний відгук від користувача Hotels.com
"The room smelled like dirty carpet"
My experience was average minus the molded smelling carpetДійсний відгук від користувача Expedia
"Great hotel!"
Everything was outstanding except for the service. The breakfast staff seemed half asleep, even at 8:30. I had to practically beg for a cup of coffee, juice and then silverware. The hotel itself is far nicer than most Holiday Inns.Дійсний відгук від користувача Hotels.com
Very happy with the room. Very easy to get to. Staff are very nice.Дійсний відгук від користувача Hotels.com
"No free breakfast available"
We had a ok experience. . Except for the breakfast part.. the water and mini convience store is already expensive enough. ..lol :)Дійсний відгук від користувача Expedia
"Great hotel , I always loved holiday Inn"
I recently took my girlfriend on a vacation and we decided to check into this holiday Inn my first time in a jersey hotel but it was great service was great, polite guests, great food, and great location not too far from the highway and in a great quiet neighborhood. We didn't get to enjoy the full perks of the hotel because we were out every morning […] and back in late at night but it was still a great hotel. Holiday Inn hasn't failed me yet! The only disappointment was for a spacious hotel I am sorry to see they had no jacuzzi only a pool :(. Читати даліДійсний відгук від користувача Hotels.com
Restaurant service was excellent. From the cook to the waiters, everyone was very nice. The decor and atmosphere was really great. Made me feel like I was in a luxurious hotel in Beverly Hills, CA.Дійсний відгук від користувача Hotels.com
"Good business location"
solid hotel with a great staff. Very convenient to NY.Дійсний відгук від користувача Expedia
Best Holiday Inn I ever stayed in. Really impressed.Дійсний відгук від користувача Expedia
"It's adequate"
I was working in nearby Clark, so this hotel was fine for me. It's real far from Newark airport and also from NYC, there are much closer options. The rooms were not bad, but could use some updating. The Hotel pool is much smaller than the picture shows. Overall, this is a solid 3.5 hotel and for the price, it's worth it.Дійсний відгук від користувача Hotels.com
"nice and cozy"
My stay at the Clark holiday Inn made us feel like we were on a real getaway the service and cleanliness was outstandingДійсний відгук від користувача Hotels.com
"Will definetely stay in this hotel again."
Nice and clean hotel.Дійсний відгук від користувача Hotels.com
"Better than what I had thought!"
Usually I do not stay at Holiday Inn's because of their poor quality but this one was very clean and modern with a great patio/bar area. Very close to the NJ Parkway and is great access to anywhere in central Jersey. I would stay there again.Дійсний відгук від користувача Hotels.com
"When visiting the Westfield/ Clark area"
Competitively priced and recently remodeled. Just know that it is a good 1/2 hour from Newark airport , more if rush hour. Also, because it is just off the Parkway, there is no walking opportunity. 10 minutes from beautiful Westfield , which has an excellent choice of restaurants. I stay here often, and the staff is pleasant.Дійсний відгук від користувача Hotels.com
"Looking sharp"
This hotel has done loads of remodeling and decorating. It makes it quite a hip joint. Great condition and very quiet.Дійсний відгук від користувача Expedia
"Read Me"
This was my first experience staying at the holiday inn. When traveling to New York, my family and I prefer to stay at the Radison hotel (Clean & Free BK). Anywho...when we arrived check-in was fast and friendly. The front desk person Raul(?) had great customer service skills. The hotel lobby looked very modern and clean...our two hotel rooms appeared […] 2 be clean. However both bathrooms were kinda dirty. The hallways needed 2 be vacuum....the bed was soft and had clean white sheets....I slept good... The shower pressure was fantastic... I don't think I will stay at this hotel again. I would rather pay more money 4 a clean bathroom. I think the owner should retrain their Maids.... Please take ur time cleaning a room... Check out was a little difficult due 2 a prior customer complaining about her bill.... Meaning I had 2 wait 30 minutes before he acknowledge me...I will stick with what I know for my next trip ( Hilton or raddison.... People pick the 4 or 5 star hotels if u want everything 2 be clean... Читати даліДійсний відгук від користувача Hotels.com
"Nice hotel close to the city"
Nice and relaxing and easy to get to from the city.Дійсний відгук від користувача Expedia
Відповідь від Holiday Inn Clark - Newark Area Dear Valued Guest: Thank you for taking the time to post a review on the Holiday Inn Clark/Newark. We appreciate your business and look forward to seeing you again in the future. Warm regards, Tracy Richards
y room was not ready upon arrival...had to wait about an hour. When given room key, walked in and found man's tie on bed, vacuum, spray bottle and trash in room, clearly it wasn't ready! informed the front desk and had to wait more...very dissapointedДійсний відгук від користувача Expedia
"In the middle of everywhere I had to go."
Very clean and plenty of food or snacks.Дійсний відгук від користувача Hotels.com
Відповідь від Holiday Inn Clark - Newark Area Dear Valued Guest: Thank you for taking the time to comment on the Holiday Inn Clark/Newark. We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay and that our location was convenient. We look forward to seeing you in the future. Best regards, Tracy Richards
"it was fine"
it was ok. fair value, good location right off the highway, bathroom could have had a fan. and more places to hang towels. pool was nice. no free breakfast.Дійсний відгук від користувача Hotels.com
Відповідь від Holiday Inn Clark - Newark Area Dear Valued Guest: Thank you for taking the time to write a review for the Holiday Inn Clark/Newark. We appreciate your business and the information you shared. We hope that when you are in the area, that you will stay with us again. Thank you again for staying at the Holiday Inn Clark/Newark. Kind regards, Tracy
"Great price when booked at the last moment."
It is a place I have wanted to stay at but always too expensive. They lowered the price at the right time and I tried it. It was well tended to, great service, but in the intense heat my air conditioner didn't get the place cool during the day, then was too cold at night.Дійсний відгук від користувача Expedia
Відповідь від Holiday Inn Clark - Newark Area Dear Valued Guest: Thank you for taking the time to submit a review for the Holiday Inn Clark/Newark. We are delighted that you stayed with us and hope that you will stay with us again. Your comments will be shared with our team and your comment about the air conditioning will be review with our maintenance department. Thank you again for sharing your experience. Kind regards, Tracy Richards
Very nice hotel.Дійсний відгук від користувача Hotels.com
"Relaxing Getaway"
The staff is friendly and accommodating! The atmosphere is very clean & serene from the hotel parking lot to the rooms upstairs. The location is great, it's close to convenience stores and right off the parkway which is great for travelers. The pool area is also nice place to relax whether you're with family or with your significant other. The room […] is very comfortable as well, no complaints. Читати даліДійсний відгук від користувача Expedia
"Great stay, very comfortable!"
We stayed here for one night enroute to another destination. It was a perfect stay and a well-appointed hotel. The convenience of the 24 market and cafe downstairs was great. Our room was comfortable and clean. The hotel looks great and was easily accessible from the highway. We had no idea that Holiday Inn Express had gotten so nice!Дійсний відгук від користувача Hotels.com
Відповідь від Holiday Inn Clark - Newark Area Dear Valued Guest: Thank you for the wonderful review on the Holiday Inn Clark/Newark. We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay and hope your next visit will be for a longer time. Your comments will be shared with the staff and ownership of the property. Again, thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience. Warm regards, Tracy Richards
They did not clean the room one day after a floor manager was explicitly told it hadn't been done.Дійсний відгук від користувача Hotels.com
"Surprise Holiday Inn"
We don't usually stay in Holiday Inns but this one was the right location for our family graduation. What a pleasant surprise! It was clean, well-maintained, friendly service and had everything we needed!.. My only complaint is the small pillows, next time I would bring my own, still I slept really well!Дійсний відгук від користувача Hotels.com
"Holy hotel, Batman!"
This hotel was amazing and huge! The bed was amazing and the rest of the room was very comfortable. Breakfast was delicious! Best hotel breakfast I've ever had. They also had a beautiful pool that I didn't get to take advantage of. Awesome choice. Would definitely come back!Дійсний відгук від користувача Hotels.com
"a soso stay"
While the staff is nice enough the room is just so so. The ac in the room shuts on and off all night. The blankets have a rough sound every time you move. The walls are very thin and the "business" crowd enjoys their late nights coming and going. Not worth the price they ask.Дійсний відгук від користувача Hotels.com
"Very nice"
The rooms are very nice. With that said the resturaunt and bar should stay open later on the weekend. We missed food by 10 min and the bar shuts down promptly at midnight. Next morning I called down for breakfast and no one answered the phone. Other than that it was nice.Дійсний відгук від користувача Hotels.com
"Clean and friendly hotel conveniently located"
This hotel was conveniently located, close to the Garden State Parkway (but not noisy). the room was clean and spacious with free reliable wifi. The restaurant downstairs was convenient and friendly but the food was just ok. The cafe next to the reception had good muffins and coffee, perfect for a to-go breakfast. The staff at the reception, cafe and […] restaurant was friendly and helpful. I would recommend this hotel. Читати даліДійсний відгук від користувача Hotels.com
By far this is the best Holiday Inn I've ever stayed at. Exceptional Clean, Steps away from the expressway, lounge and restaurant. The front desk clerk/attendant greeted me by name each day (WOW).Дійсний відгук від користувача Hotels.com
"A great find!"
This hotel is very nicely renovated and offers all the amenities of a 5 star hotel. It has a great gym and wonderful restaurant and bar.Дійсний відгук від користувача Hotels.com
"Highly recommended"
We stayed there 4 days and the entire staff was friendly. The rooms were clean and the location is central to everything. Will definitely stay there whenever I'm in the area.Дійсний відгук від користувача Hotels.com
"Nice Hotel"
Nice hotel and good food at restaurant on premisesДійсний відгук від користувача Hotels.com
"Refreshing weekend"
The professionalism of the staff exceptional....and made our stay quite a pleasant oneДійсний відгук від користувача Expedia
"Great place to stay!"
The Restaurant service and maid service was great - so polite and efficient, the rooms were spotless and the beds so comfortable - I will plan to stay here on my next trip to NJДійсний відгук від користувача Hotels.com
"Loved it!"
We were very pleasantly surprised at the quality of this property. The decor was very nice for the price point, and the bed and pillows were to die for!Дійсний відгук від користувача Hotels.com
"Friendly Service"
The service was excellent. The room was clean. Although, I wish my room had a microfridge and microwave. Also, I wish the shuttle service covered a wider radius than it did. Great hotel! I would definitely stay here again!Дійсний відгук від користувача Hotels.com
"very satisified with the hotel"
all the hotel needs in the rooms is a snack bar and a regitator.Дійсний відгук від користувача Hotels.com
Very reasonable price. One of the better holiday Inns Ive stayed at.Дійсний відгук від користувача Hotels.com
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Jewish Women International's Fourth International Conference on Domestic Abuse
04/26/2009 (All day) to 04/29/2009 (All day)
Sponsoring Agency:
Jewish Women International
Join hundreds of representatives from communities around the world as we learn from and collaborate with leaders in the field, share our successes and challenges, and create powerful and long-lasting partnerships that further our mission to erradicate domestic abuse from our homes and our communities.
The conference features networking opportunities to share best practices, expert-lead sessions on the latest topics in the field, skills-building workshops, and advocacy day on Capitol Hill.
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I have ps2 and im happy that some good games are being released each week it seems. I still like nintendo though.
Well I'm not going to buy PS2 but I'm still a fan but since I like the GC I guess I'll just stay out of this forum and come like once in a while.
I personally like Sony more than Microsoft so I want GCN and PS2 to crush the X-box.
Xbox will go down with a crush from ps2 and gamecube
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Our story begins in a walnut grove set against the late spring sky of Emilia-Romagna with the tender leaves of sprawling hardwoods. Late in the season, before the leaves become bitter and dry, they are quickly gathered and layered in cozy clay crocks with just-made wheels of pecorino. Read More - Cave Aged Quick View
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222 Sea Cabin - Oceanfront - Pool - Pier - Aweseom Views! in Isle of Palms
- bedrooms 1
- baths 1
- sleeps 4
- pool yes
- hot tub no
- pets allowed no
- type Condo
- community
rates (USD)
/ night
$ 715 - $ 1,200 / week
vacation rental description
222 Sea Cabins 1300 Ocean Blvd. Enjoy a beautiful sunrise, watch the
dolphins frolic; keep an eye on the kids in the pool, or dad on the
fishing pier all from the comfort of your living room, kitchen, or
balcony. This cute Condo is situated on the second floor of the
center "B" building affording unobstructed panoramic ocean views.
There is a queen-size bed in the bedroom, a sofa bed in the living
room, and two bunk beds tucked in an alcove (My daughter thinks they
are "Way Cool!" And even her 6'2 uncle has agreed). A close family
can really enjoy themselves. A game of Dominos or Yahtzee,
Located in the heart of Isle of Palms, this cozy condo is perfectly
positioned. You are just steps from the beach and in walking
distance to the Island's best restaurants, shops, and park. While on the Islands you can go Swimming, Body Surfing,
Play Volleyball, Dine at Oceanfront Restaurants, Bike the Beaches,
Jog, Cruise the Intercoastal Waterway, Sail, Surf, Windsurf, Take in
some Live Music, Shop the Boutiques. Check out the Scuba Diving or
go Deep Sea Fishing. Relax at a Spa or try Horseback Riding. Kayak,
Parasail, Water Ski, Fish, go "Crabin or Shrimpin," Walk the Beach
for shells, Take a Sunset Cruise, Charter a small boat, Explore
Uninhabited Islands, Play some of the South's finest Golf Courses.
IN DOWNTOWN CHARLESTON: Shop at the Old Market. Take in the Charm of
this Beautiful and Historic Town. Learn more about Charleston on a
Horse Drawn Carriage ride or tour Charleston Bay and Forte Sumter by
boat. South Carolina Aquarium, FANTASTIC Restaurants (diverse
cuisine), World Class Shopping, Live Theater, Live Music, Museums,
and Plantations will round out this visit. Being just 21 miles to
the airport and 13 miles to Historic Downtown Charleston, SC makes
222 Sea Cabins a prime location.
property availability
Last modified on 12-11-2013 at 10:57 AM.
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Tim Shook 704-895-3214
condo rental amenities
Phone, Air Conditioning, Cable TV, VCR, Stereo with CD and tape
player, Full Kitchen, Microwave, Dishwasher, Cooking utensils
provided, Linens provided, Pool (shared), Charcoal Grill (BBQ)
located on either side of the pool,Hair Dryer, Answering Machine,
Laundry Facilities, Kiddie Pool, Private fishing pier, Off-Street
parking,Outside showers,& More. Pets NOT allowed
activities and attractions in Isle of Palms South Carolina
(on site or nearby): Hiking, Shelling, Biking, Golf, Tennis,
Fishing, Hunting, Wildlife Viewing, Horseback Riding, Shopping,
Swimming, Diving, Boating, Waterskiing, Surfing, Tom Fazio designed
& Other top Golf Courses, Live music & other Festivals, Shopping,
Historical tours, fish frys and oyster roasts, Boogie Boarding,
Skimming, Crab hunts.
vacation rental rates
- Spring 13 (Mar 02 - May 17) $935/week with taxes and local fees it is $1126.68 all-in
- Beach 13 (May 18 - May 31) $1010/week with taxes and local fees it is $1217.05 all-in
- Summer 13 (June 01 - Aug 02) $1200/week with taxes and local fees it is $1446 all-in
- Sport 13 (Aug 03 - Sep 06) $935/week with taxes and local fees it is $1126.68 all-in
- Fall 13 (Sep 07 - Oct 04) $835/week with taxes and local fees it is $1006.18 all-in
- Winter 13/14 (Oct 05 - Feb 28)$715/week with tax & local fees it's $861.58
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice - Call for long term winter options
Tim Shook 704-895-3214
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- February 27, 2013
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VintageRacer writes:
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Who truly cares. Let them have what they want. The general public will be there test in time. Like so many other places if it last in this day and age it will last.
If people need to go see this stuff then let them.
Maybe the location was bad but they must have got the lease at a great rate.
They have been there a year and no one I knows even goes there, who has the money for going out. then you get a cop following you cause they hang out in the oaks parking lot. Look out 502-might be coming to someone. also in the Pet co shopping area at night.
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Hello, Mid-Twenties
Today, I officially exit my "early twenties" and enter the perilous "mid-twenties." I am 24. This means I can no longer blame ignorance or poor decisions on youth.
I'm happy to report that at 24, I've had a few adult accomplishments. For instance, I did my taxes, successfully navigated the DMV, joined the world of smart phones, and — after 2 years of living in the same apartment — purchased furniture. My one regret is… not listening to to Blink 182′s "What's My Age Again?" enough during the past year (for its numerous references to 23, obviously). So here goes a few more rounds before the day is done.


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Triple Shot Café Latte – created by Cheri Loughlin
3/4 part Hiram Walker Coffee Flavored Brandy
1/2 part Hiram Walker Amaretto Liqueur
3/4 part Hiram Walker Blackberry Flavored Schnapps
3 parts Half & Half
Combine liquids in a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake to blend and chill. Strain into a goblet over fresh ice.
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Recipe by Chef John
"Mushroom sauce can be done with any type of stock, but I used beef stock here since I'm going to be serving with meatloaf."
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1/4 cup butter
1 (16 ounce) package sliced mushrooms
salt to taste
1/4 cup all-purpose flour, or as needed
1 quart beef stock
1 pinch ground black pepper to taste
fresh thyme leaves, to taste (optional)
I love mushrooms and I loved this gravy. Warning though....I used salted butter - salted the mushrooms, as instructed and did not use low sodium beef broth. By the time the gravy had reduced it was a little salty for us. My fault entirely but just a heads up to others who will be making this. Delicious - Thanks Chef John.
This was my first Chef John recipe and I must say that it was average at best. Extremely salty, bland, and required a lot of tweaking.
77 Ratings
Not a bad start, but much better if you add some drippings from the meat you serve this with - in my case it was Chef John's Classic Meatloaf. I also added a glug of red wine (Cabernet Sauvignon) and some minced shallots. I did use the optional fresh thyme and it was a nice addition. I'd recommend NO salt - there is quite enough in the beef stock.
Excellent! I think this gravy could be made even better with the addition of some wine...
This was the first time that I made gravy (without my mom looking over my shoulder guiding me). Thank you Chef John for your expertise. I followed this recipe closely and my gravy is delicious! Although my parents passed away and did not leave behind any recipes, I feel encouraged to get in the kitchen and make some great food. I don't want to eat fast food anymore. Thanks allrecipes.com!!!!!!
Vegetarians listen up! I made this with vegetable broth. No matter, it was super. My vegetarian wife and I (the meat eater) loved it on mashed potatoes!
I made this tonight with a meatloaf and mashed potatoes, simply delicious. This will be my go-to mushroom gravy from now on.
Delicious and relatively easy. Yielded more than we needed for meal and leftovers, so we froze the remainder for another time. Yum! Perfect with meatloaf.
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Chef John's Mushroom Gravy
Serving Size: 1/6 of a recipe Servings Per Recipe: 6 Amount Per Serving Calories: 133 Calories from Fat: 78
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The Best Places to Stay in the North Carolina Mountains
If settling into a tidy cabin in the woods is your thing, then the whole family can enjoy a comfortable and restful vacation. There is much to see and do in the region, however. The mountain country of North Carolina has unique cultural centers, such as Bryson City. From here, you can hitch a ride on the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad or learn about the area's diverse history at the Storytelling Center of the Southern Appalachians. Get prepared for an adventurous raft ride on the Nantahala River, rent a bike, or kayak on a peaceful lake. At day's end, you don't have to be cramped in a hotel or motel room when you stay at a North Carolina Mountains vacation rental. Relish in the pleasure of comfortable space, and even make a healthy dinner in the kitchen.
There are many towns amongst scenic vistas, historic buildings, and plenty of outdoor recreation, including Murphy. Dine at the town's restaurants or fish in the trout streams. You may even want to bring your catch back to the North Carolina Mountains vacation rental for a meal! Beech Mountain offers everything outdoors you can possibly imagine, during every season of the year. Think small town with the ultimate rural recreational experience. Whitewater rafting, fly-fishing, rock climbing, and hiking are just a few activities that you can spend the day refreshing your mind and body. A vacation like this doesn't have to break your budget either. Each North Carolina Mountains vacation rental offers so much, and in comparison to the usual hotel or motel room, you might find it to be the perfect match.
If you like small towns and beautiful lakes, then Lake Lure is the place to go. Whether you are on the clean, freshwater lake or admiring the view from Chimney Rock, it is an extraordinary time. While you're driving along the Blue Ridge Parkway, you might also find Maggie Valley to be the ideal family destination. You'll find all of the great outdoor activities plus food and music. There is nothing like a memorable vacation than one in which you can have the best time indoors and outside. Families with kids will appreciate the extra living space and separate bedrooms, along with the peace of mind and leisure that go with a North Carolina Mountains vacation rental.
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Pick your spot in the North Carolina Mountains and contact an owner of a North Carolina Mountains vacation rental today to find out about the ideal options available. The luxury does not have to go farther than the proper comfort you'll experience every minute of your stay. Families with kids will see the benefits upon walking in the door, and have an extraordinary time that will be talked about for years to come.
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By Mayo Clinic staffThe birth of a baby can trigger a jumble of powerful emotions, from excitement and joy to fear and anxiety. But it can also result in something you might not expect — depression.
Many new moms experience the "baby blues" after childbirth, which commonly include mood swings and crying spells that fade quickly. But some new moms experience a more severe, long-lasting form of depression known as postpartum depression. Rarely, an extreme form of postpartum depression known as postpartum psychosis develops after childbirth.
Postpartum depression isn't a character flaw or a weakness. Sometimes it's simply a complication of giving birth. If you have postpartum depression, prompt treatment can help you manage your symptoms — and enjoy your baby.
- Depression during and after pregnancy fact sheet. National Institutes of Health. http://www.womenshealth.gov/publications/our-publications/fact-sheet/depression-pregnancy.cfm. Accessed Aug. 1, 2012.
- Pearstein T, et al. Postpartum depression. American Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology. 2009;200:357.
- Lusskin SI, et al. Postpartum blues and depression. http://www.uptodate.com/index. Accessed Aug. 2, 2012.
- Gabbe SG, et al. Obstetrics: Normal and Problem Pregnancies. 6th ed. Philadelphia, Pa.: Saunders Elsevier; 2012. http://www.mdconsult.com/das/book/body/208746819-4/0/1528/0.html. Accessed Aug. 6, 2012.
- Depression. National Institutes of Mental Health. http://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/depression/complete-index.shtml. Accessed Aug. 6, 2012.
- Major depressive episode. In: Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders DSM-IV-TR. 4th ed. Arlington, Va.: American Psychiatric Association; 2000. http://www.psychiatryonline.com. Accessed Aug. 6, 2012.
- Hirst KP, et al. Postpartum major depression. American Family Physician. 2010;82:926.
- Postpartum depression. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. http://www.acog.org/~/media/For%20Patients/faq091.ashx. Accessed Aug. 7, 2012.
- Harms RW (expert opinion). Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minn. Aug. 22, 2012.
- Hall-Flavin DK (expert opinion). Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minn. Aug. 27, 2012.


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The Glenn is under construction in San Diego, where a keel-laying ceremony signifying the initial step in construction was held earlier this week. When it enters the fleet, which is expected in 2015, the vessel will be 837 feet long and displace 80,000 tons when loaded. Navy officials say they can use it for both warfighting and humanitarian missions. The ship was in the Pentagon budget before the current debate over the fiscal cliff and defense spending cuts got under way. Meanwhile, NASA is no longer able to put astronauts in orbit because funding for manned flights ended when the space shuttles were grounded.
John Glenn was a Marine pilot who became one of NASA's seven original Mercury astronauts. He was friendly with John F. Kennedy, who recruited him to become a politician. During his years in the Senate, he was among Ohio's most popular elected officials. Glenn ran for president in 1984 but didn't make it out of the primaries. He was a flop as a national candidate.
Navy officials say they plan to build three ships similar to the USNS John Glenn, which are designed as giant sea-going supply and troop platforms. They can carry three hovercraft for amphibious operations. The Navy calls the ships Mobile Landing Platforms and says the design is based on the huge commercial supertankers that carry crude oil from Alaska.
Glenn is in his nineties and attended the keel-laying ceremony. He is active and campaigned last fall for President Barack Obama's reelection.
By no measure can The Wall Street Journal be mistaken for a liberal newspaper, so the findings of its latest poll should greatly disturb Republicans.
A poll released late last week, done in conjunction with NBC News, found that most Americans support collective bargaining rights for workers, want to end the Bush-era tax cuts for the wealthy and impose a surtax on people making more than $1 million annually, and believe economic growth is a higher priority for government than deficit reduction.
Ineffective. Fiscally irresponsible. Overcrowded.
Those are some of the words used by reform advocates to describe Ohio's criminal justice system. As part of its effort to publicize disparities in the state's prisons, the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of Ohio will bring its Freedom Tour here on Dec. 6.
In hopes of quashing rumors, City Council on Wednesday passed a resolution promising not to use Metro bus money on the streetcar.
The Southwest Ohio Regional Transit authority had voted Tuesday on an agreement with the city that contained a provision saying money from the $42 million transit fund that pays for bus operation can't be used on the streetcar.
The agreement needs to be signed by the city as well in order to release millions of dollars in federal grants to help fund the streetcar. The city has pledged to match those grants with local funds. SORTA wants to make sure the transit fund isn't used for that purpose, but the city wants to have the freedom to use that money on any transportation project.
At least one council member questioned the necessity of passing the resolution.
Chris Seelbach said that nobody on council or in the city administration had proposed or would propose using transit money on the streetcar.
"I don't understand why we would need a provision in any contract that would make us not be able to, when nobody's proposing that we do it," he said.
The resolution has no legal standing preventing council from later coming back and using transit funds for the streetcar, but Qualls said she hoped it put citizens' minds at rest regarding their intentions.
Mayor Mark Mallory on Monday published an editorial in The Enquirer promising that the transit money wouldn't be used for the streetcar.
He went further on Wednesday and said during council's meeting that he as mayor would never approve the use of transit money for the operation of the streetcar.
Council also passed a one-month budget for SORTA, requiring that they come back next month to pass another one.
Councilman Chris Smitherman accused Mallory of trying to flex political muscle in the budget to strong-arm SORTA into taking out the provision disallowing the use of transit funds for the streetcar. He questioned the timing of passing a SORTA budget the day after the transit authority voted to prevent transit funds being used for the streetcar.
Councilman Charlie Winburn — council's sole Republican — walked out of a Budget Committee meeting in advance of the vote.
However Councilwoman Yvette Simpson said it made sense to pass the one-month budget because it forbid SORTA from using taxpayer money to sue the city.
City Solicitor John Curp said it was SORTA's position in the lawsuit that it should be the one deciding how transit funds are used, not the city.
Residents will get a chance to ask Cincinnati Police Chief James Craig some questions at a public meeting this week.
Craig, who was sworn in as the city's 13th police chief in August, will be the featured speaker at the annual meeting of Citizens for Civic Renewal (CCR). The session will be held from 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at Kingsgate Marriott Conference Center in Corryville, near the University of Cincinnati.
Gov. John Kasich has something to say to anyone waiting on federal funding to help fix their bridges (and while we're at it, any local governments who need funding for something other than food and water): Forget about it. During an interview with Enquirer editors and reporters yesterday,* Kasich said tolls are the best means for funding a new Brent Spence Bridge.
"I do not believe that a white charger is going to come galloping (from Washington) into Cincinnati with $2 billion in the saddlebags," Kasich said. "So if that isn't going to happen and all we do is delay, delay, delay and we push this thing out until 2036 ... holy cow!"
* CityBeat had a similar meeting scheduled but we forgot about it and weren't here at the time — sorry Kasich, we'll get ya next time!
Things are about to get weird in a Clermont County courtroom if David Krikorian and Chris Finney get their wish — to have Jean Schmidt on the witness stand on May 17. Finney, the attorney for Citizens Opposed to Additional Spending and Taxes (COAST), has been representing Krikorian, a former Democratic and independent candidate who unsuccessfully ran against Schmidt for Ohio's 2nd congressional district seat, has served Schmidt with a subpoena as part of Krikorian's lawsuit claiming a Schmidt lawsuit against Krikorian was frivolous. COAST's ghost-written blog posted commentary in February in response to accusations from Brad Wenstrup that Schmidt was using campaign funds to pay off legal fund debt from earlier campaign nonsense against Krikorian. Eastsiders mad.
Some high-level Procter & Gamble executives are getting the Bearcat Bounce out of Cincinnati, heading to Singapore where the company believes growth opportunities for its beauty care products are the highest. About 20 positions will be moved to the Singapore office during the next two years.
Does it matter that Mitt Romney might
have led a group of teenagers in a "pin that dude down and cut his
hair" prank during the '60s? The Nation says Obama's gay-marriage
announcement caught Romney off guard.
As expected, Obama's fundraiser at George Clooney's house raked in the dough, raising $15 million in one night.
British Prime Minister David Cameron only recently learned what LOL means in text-speak. The explanation occurred during witness testimony from Rebekah Brooks, the former head of Rupert Murdoch's the now-defunct News of the World. Brooks was forced to resign last year amid a phone-hacking scandal.
"He would sign them off 'DC' in the main," Brooks said, referring to Cameron's initials. "Occasionally he would sign them off 'LOL' — 'lots of love' — until I told him it meant 'laugh out loud,' and then he didn't sign them off [that way] anymore."
It was certainly an LOL moment during Brooks' testimony in a London courtroom Friday as part of a judicial inquiry into media ethics. But the disclosure also underscored the warm personal ties between the prime minister and Brooks, the former head of media baron Rupert Murdoch's British newspapers who was forced to resign in disgrace last summer.
Someone found a really old Mayan calendar, and it offers good news: It goes way beyond Dec, 12, 2012.
Major League Baseball phenom Bryce Harper is in town for a three-game series with his Washington Nationals. The 19-year-old was the No. 1 overall pick in 2010 and is the first superstar-caliber player to make it to the big leagues this quickly prompting comparisons to Ken Griffey, Jr. at that age. Here's the local spin about on freak outfielder coming to town for a weekend series against the Reds.
Cincinnati Public Schools seems to be playing a big role in reforming Ohio's school funding formula. Superintendent Mary Ronan got a call from Gov. John Kasich's office about the per-pupil funding formula CPS uses to distribute funds to its schools. It seems the state might adopt a similar method, but Ronan is cautious: "I do think it's one of the ways you could do it, a per-pupil funding, but I have to say, we were always tweaking every year ... because sometimes those formulas can be a bit off and any time we saw one school getting a lot more than another ... we tried to refine it every year over probably the 15 years we have used it." She also notes schools are getting "bare minimum" funding right now. CityBeat covered budget problems at CPS here.
In general, state budget cuts have led to fewer teachers in Ohio schools. Gov. Kasich previously urged schools to focus on classroom instruction, but it seems the words aren't being followed up with proper funding.
Southwestern Ohio judges are clashing over double-dipping. The practice involves government workers retiring and getting rehired so they can collect pensions and a paycheck at the same time. At a meeting, Hamilton County Judge Melba Marsh said she wants to allow Magistrate Michael Bachman to retire and then be rehired so he doesn't lose a 3-percent increase to his retirement, which is otherwise being eliminated by the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System after 2012. But the move has been met with resistance from other judges.
For Cincinnati hospitals, Medicare changes mean some loss and some gain.
The online campaign urging Macy's to dump Donald Trump circled a "Dump Trump" billboard around Macy's headquarters. The anti-Trump movement has gained about 680,000 signatures since it started.
On Christmas Eve, some spent time with family, while Butler County Deputy David Runnells helped deliver a baby in the back of a car during an emergency call.
Ohio will use $20 million out of $200 million in casino funds to train incumbent workers. Gov. Kasich says the program could help avoid layoffs.
It seems Mitt Romney's presidential campaign really thought they were going to win. In campaign memos leading up to the election, campaign staff said the race was "unmistakably moving in Mitt Romney's direction," and the campaign ridiculed the possibility of losing Ohio due to the Romney campaign's "better ground game." But President Barack Obama had a much larger ground game for one-on-one interaction, which is one of the factors former Romney staff now say led to their demise. But whatever. Romney didn't want to be president, anyway, says son Tagg Romney: "He wanted to be president less than anyone I've met in my life. He had no desire to ... run."
Fiscal cliff talks aren't going well. President Obama cut his vacation early to work out negotiations. If Republicans and Democrats can't work out their problems, a series of spending cuts and tax hikes dubbed the "fiscal cliff" will kick in throughout 2013. But it's looking more and more likely the nation will head off the cliff, considering U.S. Speaker John Boehner can't even pass tax hikes on people making more than $1 million a year.
Ever wonder what dinosaur meat would taste like? Well, Popular Science has that covered.


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Holiday Dinner Delivered, Large
- Summary
Hosting a big holiday feast is a breeze when you let us do the cooking. We make it easy to feed a crowd with luxurious favorites for every course of the meal (with plenty of leftovers)—from our famous Willie Bird turkey and our own decadent home-style sides to the perfect pumpkin pie.
Willie Bird Fresh Free-Range Turkey: Extraordinarily juicy, flavorful and ready to roast, this fresh, all-natural uncooked turkey is from the legendary Willie Bird ranch in Sonoma County, California, where the birds are raised on a tasty natural diet and allowed to roam freely. Approx. 16-18 lb.
Artichoke Parmesan Stuffing: Our ready-to-bake stuffing features toasted cubes of French bread and sautéed artichoke hearts, mushrooms and onions, all mixed with savory parmesan cheese and chicken broth. 5 lb. 10 oz. (three 28 oz. trays; approx. 4-6 servings each).
Loaded Mashed Potatoes: Our whipped Yukon Gold potatoes are "loaded up" with tangy sour cream, sharp cheddar cheese and crispy smoked bacon. 5 lb. 10 oz. (three 30 oz. trays; approx. 4-6 servings each).
Traditional Green Bean Casserole: Fresh green beans are nestled in a Gruyere cheese cream sauce, with a topping of crispy, golden fried shallots. 5 lb. 4 oz. (three 27 oz. trays; approx. 4-6 servings each).
Pumpkin Pie with Pecan Streusel: A buttery, flaky homemade pastry crust with a rich, pecan-studded pumpkin filling, topped with a crisp, nutty streusel. 10" diam.
- Our large dinner generously serves 12, with leftovers.
- Turkey is shipped partially frozen to arrive chilled. Green bean casserole and mashed potatoes are shipped frozen. Pumpkin pie is shipped frozen to arrive chilled.
- For Christmas delivery, order by Sunday, December 15, for delivery Thursday, December 19.
- Made in USA.
- Use & Care
Receiving Instructions
- Turkey is shipped partially frozen with ice packs to arrive chilled. Refrigerate or freeze the turkey, still in the vacuum-sealed bag, immediately upon receipt; it keeps 7 days refrigerated and up to 3 months frozen. Remove the turkey from the refrigerator 1 hour before roasting and remove it from the bag. Do not leave the turkey at room temperature longer than 1 hour.
- Stuffing is shipped frozen with dry ice, which may have evaporated during shipment. This is normal. Please take care not to touch any remaining dry ice with bare hands. Upon receipt, place the stuffing in the freezer, where it will keep for up to 3 months.
- Loaded mashed potatoes are shipped frozen with dry ice, which may have evaporated during shipment. This is normal. Please take care not to touch any remaining dry ice with bare hands. Upon receipt, place the potatoes in the freezer, where they will keep for up to 3 months.
- Green bean casserole is shipped frozen with dry ice, which may have evaporated during shipment. This is normal. Please take care not to touch any remaining dry ice with bare hands. Upon receipt, place the casserole in the freezer, where it will keep for up to 3 months.
- Pumpkin pie ships frozen without ice packs to arrive chilled. Upon receipt, place the pie unopened in the refrigerator for up to 4 days, or in the freezer for up to 2 weeks.
- Proper Thawing: If frozen, remove the turkey from the freezer and let thaw in the refrigerator for 48 hours.
- Remove the turkey from the packaging, rinse under cold running water and pat dry with paper towels. Brine or season as desired. Place the turkey on a rack in a roasting pan and let stand at room temperature for 1 hour.
- Position a rack in the lower third of an oven and preheat to 400°F.
- The roasting time is calculated for an unstuffed turkey brought to room temperature. Roast the turkey, breast side up, at 400°F (200°C) for the first 30 minutes, then reduce the oven temperature to 325°F (165°C) and roast until done, 2 1/2–3 hours.
- Transfer the pan to the oven and roast until the skin is golden brown and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the breast, away from the bone, registers 165°F.
- Transfer the turkey to a carving board, cover loosely with aluminum foil and let rest for 10 to 15 minutes before carving.
Artichoke Parmesan Stuffing
- Preheat an oven to 375°F. Remove the plastic wrap from the frozen stuffing and place the container on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Cover with aluminum foil and bake until the stuffing is golden brown and hot in the center, 55 to 60 minutes. Let stand for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.
Loaded Mashed Potatoes
- Preheat an oven to 375°F. Remove the plastic wrap from the frozen potatoes and place the container on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 1 hour. Remove the foil and continue baking until the potatoes are golden brown, bubbling at the edges and hot in the center, about 30 minutes more. Let stand for 5 to 10 minutes, then stir just before serving.
Green Bean Casserole
- Preheat an oven to 375°F. Remove the plastic wrap and the package of fried shallots from the frozen casserole; set the shallots aside. Place the container on a parchment-lined baking sheet and cover with aluminum foil. Bake until the casserole is golden brown, bubbling at the edges and hot in the center, 55 to 60 minutes. During the last 2 minutes of baking, remove the foil and scatter the shallots over the top. Let stand for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.
Pumpkin Pie with Pecan Streusel
- Let the pie stand at room temperature for 30 minutes before baking. Preheat an oven to 350°F. Place the pie on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake until the filling is warm in the center, about 1 hour. Do not overbake. If the streusel and pecans begin to brown too quickly before the filling is warm, tent the pie with aluminum foil, then remove the foil during the last 10 minutes of baking.
- Ingredients
- Turkey: 100% turkey.
- Artichoke Parmesan Stuffing: French bread [(enriched wheat flour (wheat flour bleached, malted barley flour, niacin, reduced iron, ascorbic folic acid, thiamin mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid), water, dough conditioner (wheat flour, datem, 2% or less of: l.cysteine, enzyme, ascorbic acid, ada), sourdough base, sugar, calcium, propionate (to retain freshness)], white mushrooms, yellow onion, artichokes (quartered artichoke hearts, water, salt and citric acid), unsalted butter (cream), celery, garlic, chicken base (chicken meat including natural chicken juices, salt, sugar, corn syrup solids, chicken fat, hydrolyzed soy protein, dried whey [milk], flavoring, disodium inosinate and guanylate, turmeric).
- Loaded Mashed Potatoes: Yukon Gold potatoes, sour cream (cultured grade a milk, cream, modified food starch, non fat dry milk, sodium tripolyphosphate, guar gum, calcium sulfate, carrageenan, locust bean gum), unsalted butter (cream), garlic, cheddar cheese (pasteurized milk, cheese culture, salt, enzymes, color added), potato starch and powdered cellulose to prevent caking, natamycin (a natural mold inhibitor), evaporated milk (milk, dipotassium phosphate, carrageenan, vitamin d), bacon (cured with: water, salt, sugar, natural smoke flavor, sodium phosphate, sodium erythorbate, sodium nitrite), salt, chives, black pepper.
- Traditional Green Bean Casserole: Extra fine french green beans, white mushrooms, whole milk, shallots, gruyere cheese (part-skim milk, cheese cultures, salt, enzymes), yellow onion, corn starch, unsalted butter (cream), flour (wheat flour, malted barley flour, niacin, iron, thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid), mushroom base (mushrooms, salt, hydrolyzed soy protein, corn syrup solids, sugar, dried onion and garlic, soy flour, cultured whey (milk), natural flavors, corn oil, xantham gum, disodium isonate and disodium guanylate), modified corn starch, salt, black pepper, thyme.
- Pumpkin Pie with Pecan Streusel: Pumpkin, pecans, brown sugar (granulated sugar, molasses), enriched bleached flour (wheat flour, niacin, reduced iron, thiamin mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid), milk (milk, vitamin d3), butter (cream), eggs, granulated sugar, salt, spices.
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Just a little fun · 5:51am
Hey, in case you didn't know, there's a Friendship is Magic based game out for Android devices.
It's the thousandth summer sun celebration, and Nightmare Moon has returned! The ponies fled ponyville in a panic, but The Faithful Student remained behind! Draw the other ponies back to the town, gather the elements, and activate them!
The main point is to collect 'shards' of each element so you can activate them and take down Nightmare Moon.
In order to achieve that, you have to manage your resources and expand your town to include the shrines dedicated to each element, while getting new buildings and shops to make more bits. It's actually very well made, and is a very great buy for the wonderful price of free. Perhaps the best part for those of us who are busy is, you only have to check it once in awhile. Although, if you want to spend awhile playing the minigames, that's fine too.
For those of you who wish to play the game (or are already playing), I'd recommend making a GameLoft account. Some ponies require heart crystals to unlock, and the only way to get those is to have friends.
My username on GameLoft is Tenshi368, so add me. You know, if you want to.
Feel free to add your usernames here as well, and add each other too! The more friends, the better, right? After all, Friendship is Magic!