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the lobster tempura was decadent and delicious. my steak was well done and tender. even the brussel sprouts were good and i don't usually like them.i will return again soon.
Great place to hang out before a Hawks game! Food is always excellent no matter what you order! If you haven't tried this place you must!!!
If you live in Chicago, you have to come to Carmichaels at least once, if not, make a it a reliable backup if another place on your list is already full. No insult intended, but Burke's Primehouse it is not. And it doesn't need to be! This is a local favorite because it is high quality food at a price more reasonable than some of the more overrated mega steakhouses downtown. Brought a buddy of mine from NYC to Carmichaels this week, and he loved it. We both had the Bone-In Filet, a cut that is very hard to find in New York, even at the best steak houses there. Medium rare, and it was excellent. Get out of the downtown rut. Try Carmichaels In the West Loop. You won't regret it!
We have only been here a couple of times but each time has been fantastic. Food outstanding, service superb. We will go again and again. Love the shuttle service to the United Center and valet parking.
I thoroughly enjoyed Carmichaels and cannot wait to return!
My wife and I went for our 3rd anniversary and had a great time. Our waitress was attentive and we never had to wait long or anything. I had chili as an app and the NY strip with a horseradish crust with sweet mash potatoes for dinner...all was terrific
Carmicheals is one of my favorite restaurant. It is easy to get to and never super crowded except on Blackhawks or Bulls game nights. The food is always good and the drinks are excellent. I always look forward to the bread and crackers and cheese, The pie in a bag is to die for. I always look forward to lunch or dinner here.
Me and my buddy both ordered wonderful steaks. I had tenderloin and my buddy had bone in ribeye. They were cooked to our liking and completely enjoyed. We also ordered scalloped potatoes and asparagus. The potatoes were very good while the asparagus was extremely bland. I added salt and pepper just for seasoning. If this the way it is all the time, dont bother. Otherwise the meal was very good.
This was my first time here and I took my boyfriend here for sweetest day. The price's was great and the food was awesome. Lets not forget the free valet only have to tip. I will be back.
This restaurant was amazing. It is a bit pricey (i.e. $38 for a 12oz filet and $39 for a 16oz New York strip and this includes no sides) but the steaks are amazing! I bought my 20 month old and she spilled an entire glass of water on the table and when the staff caught wind of it they immediately changed our table cloth and replaced the napkins which got wet. I would highly reccommend this steakhouse!
free valet parking which was nice, excellent steak, the best au gratin potatoes ever nice place for a nice dinner
This was my second time at Carmichaels and it definitely did not let us down! I took my boyfriend and my parents to celebrate my boyfriend's 30th birthday and my parents' 30th anniversary All the food is to die for! One of the best steakhouses I've ever been to. Definitely recommend the buffalo chicken spring rolls as an appetizer!
A great Delmonico Steak, Great Tortellini, wide variety of wines, great drinks, white linen table cloths, great atmosphere, quieter than expected, a six minute drive to the UC this is the best place in the area. The others are good too but, if you can get in do it because on game and concert nights it fills up really fast. Did I mention the shuttle to the UC, save money on parking and get front door service, oh ya
I always love Carmichaels. The food, service and Neighborhood location is fabulous.
My friend and I shared several appetizers and a bottle of wine for dinner before seeing a concert at the United Center. Everything was fantastic and the waitress was great. There is also a free shuttle ride back and forth to the United Center and a valet service for your vehicles.
Certainly one fo the best steaks in town, and the Tuna was excellent
Love going to Carmichaels, the food and service is excellent as well as providing FREE valet parking and FREE shuttle service to the United Center. Over all an excellent deal!!!
Great place to go before any event at the United Center. Good food. Good atmoshpere.
I have been here 3-4 times in the past year or so and it is always amazing. Very consistant , very good food, awesome service.
I realize Chicago has a number of steak houses and this is the only one in town I have been to. We went on a Sunday evening and it was quiet. Service was prompt but didn't rush us. Drinks and food were good, as expected for the price. Steaks were cooked to desired doneness. Expensive yes but worth it on special occasions.
Carmichaels Steakhouse is the perfect business lunch spot with a very broad but reasonably priced menu for the quality/quantity of food; the atmosphere is relaxed without being too laid back and the servers know their stuff and how to approach a 'business table'. More than solid choice for personal or professional dining.
Great steaks and fish, wonderful sides and good wine list. Service is the best!
We went to dinner on a Friday when there was no United Center event and we were surprised just how quiet it was. At 6:30pm, there were maybe 8 tables taken. We had very fast service and were done with dinner in 45 minutes.
Very good food, from the salad to the seafood to the steaks..and then the apple pie in the bag for desert .incrediable. Very enjoyable meal and very nice place to eat.
Carmichaels is one of the best restaurants to go to in the city of Chicago! It is located right down the street from the united center! They have shuttles from the restaurant to the united center! The wait staff and bar staff are very friendly! The food is always consistently very good!
Terrific food and drink. Service outstanding. Free shuttle to the United Center was the icing on the cake. Will definitely go again.
great service, great food, and great atmosphere.. especially before a hawks game
I never made it past the bar. The drinks were phenomenal (Brian is a keeper). I ordered the buffalo chicken spring rolls & they were spectacular! My friend & I shared a slab of the ribs & they literally fell off the bones. The ambiance in the bar was quaint while the restaurant seemed more formal. I REALLY appreciated the complimentary valet service because parking in the west look can be challenging & the meters in the city are insane!! I cannot wait to patronize this fine establishment again.
I'm not sure what it is exactly about Carmichaels, but I always seem to have a magical evening when I'm there. We went recently for dinner before a Bulls game. Their free valet and free shuttle to the game was flawless and very convenient. We enjoyed drinks, oysters, dinner and were out the door in plenty of time for the game. The courses were perfectly timed and we were able to enjoy our meal without feeling rushed to get to the game (not to mention the food was fantastic!). I highly recommend Carmichaels!
Good food, good service and family friendly atmosphere!
All I can say is Great Food.Great staff . LOVE IT.
Prior to Hawks game, great food and excellent service!! Offer a shuttle to and from the games.
the foos was outstanding and the service is superb. mix that with a free shuttle to the Chicago Blackhawks game and you have a night to remember. I use this service for business customers and they love it!
outstanding food...great service...wonderful ambience
We came for dinner before the State Farm Classic college basketball game. We let the waiter know we were on a schedule, and he served us promptly. It's especially known for its steaks, but we were happy with our alternative choices. The white fish special with spinach, tomatoes, and wine sauce was outstanding, with the fish slighly crisp on the edges. And the meatloaf is all meat, with tomatoes and garlic mashed potato layers, making it like a meat sandwich. Prices were reasonable for this sort of restaurant. The only disappointment: we wanted to take advantage of their bus to the game, but it came so infrequently that we gave up and took a cab.
Place is crazy before a Hawks game! Am amazed they serve a full menu and everything comes out hot and delicious. Real talent in the kitchen clearly. Not to mention they take you to the stadium in a free shuttle! Awesome
We had an absolutely great experience. great service, my menu selection was outstanding. the shared sides were excellent
Food is great - service ok - overall a little pricy for what is offered.
We are always finding ourselves here for a little treat every once in a while. The staff is always friendly and family like and the food is always great!
We had a wonderful time, thanks to our server, Juan for being so attentive and having lots of suggestions. The Oysters Rockefeller were AMAZING, and the Juan helped us make the perfect steak choices. I had the bone-in filet, and I took the blue cheese crust on the side which was an awesome choice b/c the steak was so flavorful, it didn't really need the crust, but it was nice to have it on the side to add when I want. Potatos au gratin AU MY GOD WERE THEY GOOD. Everything was great, and lovely service. We will be back!
My boyfriend loves their porterhouse steak. He wanted to take my parents there for an anniversary present/dinner. The folks enjoyed their dinners. The restaurant wad very nice in accommodating my parents.
Food is always great, service is second to none. My fiancé and I go there at least once a month and always ask for Arturo as a server. The service is amazing the food is always on time and he gives great recommendations. I definitely recommend it to anyone.
This neighborhood institution has a well earned sterling reputation for being an old boys barvand steakhouse. I have gone to Carmichaels for years and have yet to have anything but a perfect meal.
Excellent food. Great atmosphere. Great dining experience.
I have been many times and it continues to impress each and every time. A must try!
We have been here a number of times taking advantage of Gilt City Certificates. They are so consistent in great food, service and ambience. Our trip this week was just a bit better because of our server (forgot her name) She made two stellar recommendations for wine and the entrée that were spot on!
This is the 2nd year in a row that we've celebrated my daughter's birthday here. First time was a little too noisy. This time, it was quiet (everyone out of town for the Thanksgiving weekend?) and much easier to converse. The food is always wonderful. I had a giant piece of salmon that was delicious. The steaks were perfectly done. My husband, the burger aficionado, said his burger was great (I know that his fries were!). Service was terrific. At the end of dinner, our waiter brought a molten chocolate cake with ice cream and a candle.
Chicago has a TON of great places for meat, but if you want to feel more like a local than a tourist, this is your place. Off the beaten path this neighborhood gem stands out as a classic old Chicago steak house. The steaks are great and the atmosphere is warm. Can't beat free valet parking either, so you can effectively take about $14 off the price of your meal. Really good spot for dinner before an event at the United Center.
This is great gathering place before the Game - Hanging out at the Bar to meet your parties - Going to Dinner for a Great Steak and Good Service - Take the Shuttle to the Blackhawks Game. Always a Good Experience.
Took my wife here for her 31st birthday it was a great place with great Steak. i sugges the porter house…..


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Metal Blade has packaged this killer album in a rock-solid double-gatefold digipak, fortified with a Dismember-flavored, metal-up-your-ass bonus track ("Thor Arise") and a second disc that features a live performance of The Avenger in its entirety. Taken from 2008's marathon 'Bloodshed over Bochem' career retrospective, this live set is well captured, but unlikely to steal the source material's spot in your playlist. The moderately-extensive liner notes are a fun read, giving the impression that the brilliance of this record was almost accidental, as much the result of drunken mayhem and happenstance as anything cerebral. Perhaps that's the key to this record's timelessness: the spontaneity and crackling energy that The Avenger spews forth still ignites the same chills of excitement today as it did ten years ago.
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- if a lot of B's were wanted to be converted into Currency A,
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- because they think for whatever reason that B, Country B is in bad shape,
- then you have this imbalance and if you left to its own devices,
- the Country B's currency would become devalued.
- you would need more, more B's to trade for an A.
- (For an A.)
- which is just another way to say B's currency, B's value,
- would go down. And that would be a bad thing, especially if it's a pretty steep decline.
- Maybe it's a country that needs to import fuel from the rest of the world,
- Maybe they need to import food from the rest of the world,
- and if their currency were to devalue dramatically,
- then imports could become very, very, very expensive.
- And so people in that country might have to pay double for gas,
- and double for basic necessities, like food and whatever else.
- And so we played out a scenario where the central bank of Country B
- actively tries to intervene to keep this from happening, to keep the exchange rate
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- So what they do is, they could use, (they could use), reserves
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- so they could use reserves for- of A,
- that they have accumulated during better times,
- And they take those reserves,
- so these are reserves that they accumulated in better times,
- or in previous videos, depending how you want to view them,
- and they try to balance out the supply with A's with the supply of B's
- by selling, (by selling), their reserves and buying B's.
- So one way to think of it they're adding supply of A's,
- and they're also adding supply- they're also adding demand for B's.
- They're going to sell the reserves of A,
- and buy their own currency. And that would work,
- as long as they have reserves, they're going to be able to
- stabilize things, so that this situation doesn't happen.
- But the problem was, and we talked about at the end of the last video,
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- another country's currencies forever.
- Or they can't print it at all; they had to accumulate this.
- This isn't their own currency, so they have a
- finite amount of this, they could eventually run out.
- And what is often the case is,
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- They see, "Okay, look, people are trying to exit this currency,
- it would devalue if it was left to its own devices,
- but the central bank of Country B is trying to keep it devaluing
- by depleting its finite reserves of currency A.
- And so what currency speculators will start to do is,
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- (so I could literally go to a bank in country B and borrow, I could borrow some of the B currency),
- and then I can go into the exchange markets, and try to convert it into A's."
- (and try to convert it into A's.)
- And just off of when looking at this superficially,
- what- what's that going to do?
- Well, this is going to make the situation even worse for the central bank.
- Because now you have people actively,
- that even hold B's before they're going to be borrowing B's,
- and converting them into A's.
- So it's going to create an even larger supply of B's,
- and even more demand for the finite number of A's that are willing to go this way.
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Robin DiSabatino this morning announced her candidacy for the Manatee County Board of County Commissioners District 4 seat. Robin DiSabatino is a Republican. The District 4 seat currently is held by Ron Getman.
"I have been inspired and amazed with the warmth, dedication and involvement of the people of Manatee County," she said. "This is a welcoming community where people look out for one another, want the best for their neighbor, and wish to live in peace and harmony with each other and with nature."
DiSabatino is a native of Delaware and is a graduate of the University of Delaware. Upon graduation, DiSabatino worked for Dean Witter and later at Provident Bank as a vice president of a subsidiary of the trust department managing multi-million dollar money market funds and government funds. She earned her real estate license in 1986 and was licensed in Delaware, Pennsylvania and Maryland.
After moving to Florida in 2003, DiSabatino secured her Florida license and joined with Michael Saunders & Company, where she earned the 2005 Rookie of the Year Award.
"I believe that we must make our county government be accountable and insist that each county department become leaner, work smarter, and do with less," she said. "Each county employee must treat every tax dollar as carefully as if it were his own."
DiSabatino is married to Dr. Robert M. DiSabatino. Robert DiSabatino's younger sister, Jane DiSabatino Castle, married then-Governor of Delaware Michael N. Castle, at Woodburn, in May 1992. Michael Castle is currently a U.S. congressman from Delaware.
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Also, check out highlights from CU's wins against San Francisco and Idaho and learn more about Chatterton and the key role he plays in the Buffaloes' success.


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The best treat available in the local fish market, and in the restaurants, is something you haven't eaten in a while — black sea bass, another Vineyard waterfront success story.
We haven't had the option of buying black sea bass in local fish markets during the summer for at least a half dozen years, if not more. If you have an aversion to oily tasting fish like bluefish, this is your kind of fish. Black sea bass is a white delicate flaky fish that is perfect any way it is cooked.
The Edgartown selectmen Monday approved changes to aquaculture regulations that will allow town shellfish constable Paul Bagnall to write citations for violations.
A first-time violation of town aquaculture bylaws would be accompanied by a $100 penalty, and a second violation, which would come after a week, would have a $500 fine. Under the previous regulations, any violations would go before the selectmen, who would schedule a hearing and write a letter to the offender."By the time it gets to the board there's been some fines issued," Mr. Bagnall said.
Sengekontacket Pond has been closed to shellfishing for the second time in two weeks due to heavy rainfall. The Edgartown selectmen learned of the closure at their meeting Monday.
The pond, which spans the towns of Oak Bluffs and Edgartown, will remain closed at least until Sunday. It is safe for swimming and boating.
Oyster season in Chilmark is set to begin on Monday after the board of selectmen approved the opening of the short season.
At the selectmen's weekly meeting on Tuesday, the board approved a recommendation from the shellfish committee that permits two heaping bushels a day, Monday through Wednesday. The season ends April 30. Shellfish constable Isaiah Scheffer said half a dozen oystermen had expressed interested in permits — "a controlled amount," Mr. Scheffer added.
On one of the calm, unseasonably warm early December days we had last month, my husband Isaac took our three-year-old son Emmett and me scalloping in Menemsha Pond for the first time. With each dump of the drag on the culling board we were amazed by what we found — tiny sea robins and flounder that Emmett put in a bucket on the deck, jellyfish, eel grass, and an incredible bounty of bay scallops with their beautiful fan-shaped shells.
Vineyard Haven and Oak Bluffs shellfishermen saw a banner start to the bay scalloping season, and they share their reason why: Lagoon Pond.
Derek Cimeno, shellfish constable for Tisbury, is watching shellfishermen surrounded in bay scallops. "Six hundred bushels of bay scallops were taken in the first two days by family shellfishermen," Mr. Cimeno said.
Edgartown shellfish constable Paul Bagnall has been named officer of the year by the Massachusetts Shellfish Officers Association.
While he had known of the news for months, he was presented with the award at a meeting of the Edgartown selectmen on Monday. The award was given for the year 2006.
A group of shellfish constables came over from the Cape to make the presentation.
As the Chilmark shellfish department wraps up its first summer, efforts at spearheading restoration projects have been successful. Selectman Warren Doty, chairman of the board and liaison to the department, reported a low mortality rate among planted scallops and a very high production rate.
"It has been a very successful season," he said.
To date, 100,000 scallop seed have been set to grow in an upweller, purchased by the town this spring and located in Menemsha, as well as in spat bags and pearl nets.


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Original Release Date: August 9, 1994
Track Listing
1. Lovely Day
2. I Want to Spend the Night
3. Let Me Be the One You Need
4. Hello Like Before
5. Tender Things
6. I Wish You Well
7. Ain't No Sunshine
8. Grandma's Hands
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10. Lean on Me
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12. Use Me
13. Who Is He? (And What Is He to You?)
14. You Just Can't Smile It Away
15. Just the Two of Us
16. Steppin' Right Along
17. You Try to Find a Love
18. My Imagination
Stephen Stills: Guitar
Bill Withers: Guitar, Piano, Composer, Vocals, Clavinet, Producer, Compilation Producer
Dorothy Ashby: Harp, Producer
Ralph MacDonald: Percussion, Composer, Conga, Producer
David T. Walker: Guitar (Electric)
Jim Keltner: Drums
Jerry Knight: Bass
Steven Berkowitz: A&R
Richard Alderson: Engineer
Adam Block: Project Director
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Dennis Budimir: Guitar (Acoustic)
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Denny Diante: Producer
Melvin Dunlap: Bass, Producer
Donald "Duck" Dunn: Bass
Chris Ethridge: Bass
Steve Gadd: Drums
James Gadson: Drums, Producer
Eric Gale: Guitar
Mick Guzauski: Engineer
Bill Halverson: Engineer
Louis Johnson: Bass
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Bill Lazerus: Engineer
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Recipe: Chicken salad with Thai flavors
By Mayo Clinic staffOriginal Article: http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/healthy-recipes/RE00017
Dietitian's tip: This salad is a worthy centerpiece for a luncheon, but you can also serve it wrapped in whole-wheat tortillas or tucked inside warm pita bread. Try using all cabbage instead of the spinach mix.
Serves 4
- 2 cups reduced-sodium chicken stock, vegetable stock or broth
- 2 stalks lemongrass, bottom 6 inches only, thinly sliced
- 1/2-inch piece fresh ginger, thinly sliced
- 1 green (spring) onion, halved lengthwise, plus 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 3 fresh cilantro (fresh coriander) sprigs, plus 3 tablespoons chopped cilantro
- 1 1/4 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon minced shallot
- 1 tablespoon peanut butter
- 1 garlic clove
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/2 bunch spinach
- 1/2 small head green cabbage
- 1 large carrot, peeled, halved lengthwise, and thinly sliced on the diagonal
- 1 tablespoon unsalted dry-roasted peanuts, crushed
In a large saucepan, combine the stock, lemongrass, ginger, halved green onion and cilantro sprigs. Bring to a boil over high heat, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for 5 minutes. Add the chicken breasts, raise the heat to high and return to a boil. Again reduce the heat to low and simmer the chicken for 3 minutes. Remove from the heat and cover. Uncover after 5 minutes and allow the chicken to cool in the stock. Remove the chicken from the stock when cool enough to handle. Reserve the stock. Using your fingers, shred the chicken with the grain into strips about 1/2 inch thick and 2 inches long. Cover and refrigerate.
Strain the cooled stock and discard the solids. Return 1 1/2 cups of the stock to the saucepan; discard the remaining liquid. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and cook, uncovered, until reduced to 1/2 cup, 5 to 6 minutes. Cool.
In a blender, combine the lime juice, vinegar, fish sauce, soy sauce, shallot, peanut butter, garlic and reduced stock. Blend until smooth. With the motor running, slowly add the olive oil. The dressing will be somewhat thin. Set aside.
Remove the stems from the spinach and cut out the core from the cabbage. Stack the spinach and cabbage leaves separately and cut crosswise into 1/4-inch strips.
In a large bowl, toss together the spinach, cabbage, shredded chicken, carrot, chopped cilantro and sliced green onions. Pour half of the dressing over the salad. Divide the salad evenly among individual plates. Garnish with the peanuts. Pass the remaining dressing at the table.
Nutritional analysis per serving
Calories | 368 | Sodium | 750 mg |
Total fat | 17 g | Total carbohydrate | 14 g |
Saturated fat | 3 g | Dietary fiber | 5 g |
Monounsaturated fat | 10 g | Protein | 39 g |
Cholesterol | 85 mg |


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Obama's Speech Will Be Forgotten
Presidents have at best only a marginal ability to shape their own political context
January 25, 2012
No. Now, to be fair, I think the operative word in the question is "winning." Obama certainly laid out an agenda for 2012, though there was nothing radically different in it from what he has said before. But to think of the address itself as a critical element of victory grossly exaggerates the impact of the speech, and the influence of the president.
[Obama Pushes STEM in State of the Union.]
The fact is that most voters will have forgotten the speech by—well, by now. We know presidents have at best a minimal ability to move public opinion through rhetoric, and Obama is no different. Last night's speech is not going to change the basic tenor of political discourse in this country. The focus of the political class will quickly return to the Republican nomination race, and as long as that contest persists, the national conversation will be centered on the GOP. This speech will join the same category as most annual messages—forgotten.
We should also recognize that presidents have at best only a marginal ability to shape their own political context. Obama's re-election prospects are far more contingent on things outside of his control. For example, nothing about last night's address will change the basic dynamics of a divided and highly polarized legislative branch this year, and one would expect the political calculations that are a normal part of interbranch relations to influence the fall contest. Add to that the unknown of how the Supreme Court will rule on Obama's signature legislative accomplishment--whether it upholds or overturns "Obamacare," the decision will motivate voters in unpredictable ways.
[Obama Praises Military in State of the Union.]
Then we have events truly outside the president's control. Little of last night's speech dwelled on foreign policy, but does anyone doubt that a fiscal crisis in Europe would impact the American economy—certainly the most important item influencing the fall vote? Finally, as much as Obama's surrogates want to influence the GOP nomination race, we do not yet know who his opponent will be, and how that knowledge will affect the dynamics of the general election.
All of the above makes this speech perhaps the least important aspect of Obama's fortunes in 2012.
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A juvenile Western Talma at a depth of 4 m, Port Hughes Jetty, South Australia, 7 May 2011.
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Truly spectacular photo Phil! The juvenile must have been only a few cm's long (seeing as it still has the ocellus), well done capturing what would have been a very difficult shot.


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Filed under: Timepieces / Watches
They report that Mr. Owen was delighted to received the watch winder being a huge watch lover himself. I see that he is wearing (most likely) a Jaeger LeCoultre chronograph watch. I am having a hard time identifying the model though. The timepiece is certainly mechanical, and most likely an automatic, so the winder will suit him well, especially with this timepiece. Other recent recipients of Scatola del Tempo watch winders include Steven Spielberg.
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We enjoyed the trip and the scenery was beautiful. I agree with others that the tickets are expensive and you don't spend a lot of time at Spirit Island. I'm glad I went but I probably won't go again.
We enjoyed the trip and the scenery was beautiful. I agree with others that the tickets are expensive and you don't spend a lot of time at Spirit Island. I'm glad I went but I probably won't go again.
Now closed for the season. We went on the last weekend of the season at beginning of October. We went on boat tour on the recommendation of other visitors to Rockies who had it on their must do list. We did enjoy the trip down the lake, our boat wasn't full, and it was a good sunny day, one of... More
This lake has been made famous by 'spirit Island', which was photographed many years ago and made this area well known. The cruise takes you a little over half way along the lake, to spirit Island itself so you can take a photo. It was certainly nice, but in our general travels we saw many islands very similar to it,... More
We took the cruise across Lake Maligne to Spirit Island. Just so tranquil and peaceful. Saw some black bears playing on the beach. Spirit Island scenery was just so beautiful, unbelievable. Had a great morning. Recommend this trip.
Excellent choice for the 5 hour tour to see the Canyon and Lake. Our tour operator, John Ward, was not only well-versed and interesting, he was so accommodating and went out of his way to ensure we saw everything we wanted. The lake was beautiful, and though others have complained about the clouds, you can't blame the company for Mother... More
This highly publicized and rated cruise would be wonderful if you could see the mountains surrounding the lake. We had two days to choose from and both were very cold and cloudy but felt it was a must do. In fact it snowed very hard on us during the trip even though it was Sept. I really felt we should... More
We arrived a little bit late for a scheduled tour. We (my wife, daughter and I) were the very last people on the boat. As I looked around, I realized that there was no seat for me. As it turned out, there was a miscount during the check-in process. They were going to bump off another person, but we volunteered... More
We took a beautiful boat ride to Maligne Lake and Spirit Island. This was a narriated trip with infomation of the history of fur traders and camping opportunities today. There are kyaks also available. This is one of many emeraled colored lakes. There is a gift shop / snak shop over looking the lake / rest rooms.
Took the 10am cruise on Lake Maligne. In August it was quite chilly on the boat. Some people were taking photos of any mountain they saw and wanted to leave the window on the boat open in that cold. Got off at Spirit Island and walked around a bit for some photo opportunities. Had to get some refreshment at the... More
a must see when you're visiting the canadian rockies. a bit pricey but it's very well worth it. lots of interesting facts given out by the tour guides. the spirit island and the mountain peaks (thrones of the gods) will take your breath away. they'll even let the young kids drive the boat on your way back.
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May I have your attention please? I have a great pleasure in introducing you to a couple of new members in my blog family. The first member is a friendly, social younger brother of.... well you already know the elder brother. But the second member is a completely new addition to the family, a gorgeous young lady!!! Now without wasting much time, let me introduce you to Mr. Expressions and Miss. Random Clicks!!!
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Let's meet Miss. Random Clicks now. It's my new blog dedicated to photography. It was conceived a few months ago but I couldn't get time to groom it. That's why it is meeting you a bit late. I'm not a proffessional photographer. But still has a pretty good collection of snaps. I couldn't thought of any better way to share them with you than having a photo blog. Hope you will enjoy it.
You can meet Mr. Expressions at http://www.facebook.com/mindtales
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Convenient for stopovers and early-morning flights, this Marriott hotel is in the village of Roissy-en-France, just 2 km (1.2 mi) from Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). Central Paris is 25 km (15.5 mi)
Gym, sauna, Wi-Fi
Complimentary airport shuttle service is provided approximately every 20 minutes. Wi-Fi is available in the lobby. Other highlights include a restaurant, an atrium bar, and a fitness center with a sauna.
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Guestrooms at Paris CDG Marriott Airport Hotel feature signature bedding, soundproofed windows, flat-screen TVs, and high-speed Internet access. Guests can order room service early morning till late night.
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Located in the village of Roissy-en-France, this upscale Marriott hotel is just 2 km (1.2 mi) from Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). A park is across the street, and restaurants, shops, and services are within easy reach.The complimentary airport shuttle runs approximately every 20 minutes, early morning till late night. From the airport, guests can reach central Paris, about 25 km away, via train, bus, or taxi. The on-site restaurant, Brasserie Belle Epoque, showcases French cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A dining terrace is open seasonally. Room service is available 5 AM till 2 AM. Guests can sip a cocktail or a glass of wine in the atrium lounge beneath the soaring glass ceiling. Open around the clock, the well-equipped fitness center comes with a sauna. Other conveniences include a business center, wireless Internet access (surcharge) in public areas, express checkout, and a concierge desk.
- Babysitting or childcare (surcharge)
- Tours/ticket assistance
- Multiple small meeting rooms
- Multiple large conference rooms
- Event catering
- Audiovisual equipment
- Complimentary newspapers in lobby
- Business services
- Room service (limited hours)
- Number of floors - 4
- Television in lobby
- Free Wi-Fi
- Technology support staff
- Number of meeting/conference rooms - 17
- Conference center
- Snack bar/deli
- Concierge desk
- Air-conditioned public areas
- Bar/lounge
- Airport transportation (complimentary)
- Secure parking
- Business center
- 24-hour front desk
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Dry cleaning/laundry service
- Express check-out
- Fitness facilities
- Grocery/convenience store
- Elevator/lift
- Gift shops or newsstand
- Shopping on site
- Total number of rooms - 300
- Garden
- Currency exchange
- Laundry facilities
- Parking limited (surcharge)
- Luggage storage
- Sauna
- Breakfast available (surcharge)
- Parking (surcharge)
- Number of buildings/towers - 1
- Internet
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- Frette Italian sheets
- Pillowtop mattress
- Cribs/infant beds (complimentary)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Phone
- Private bathroom
- Window opens
- Rollaway/extra beds available
- Soundproofed rooms
- Bathtub only
- Wireless Internet access (surcharge)
- Pay movies
- Air conditioning
- Voice mail
- Refrigerator
- Daily housekeeping
- Hair dryer
- Iron/ironing board
- Clock radio
- Desk
- Cable TV service
- Climate control
- Ergonomic chair
- Hypo-allergenic bedding available
- Complimentary newspaper
- Complimentary toiletries
- Signature bedding
- In-room safe (laptop compatible)
- Flat-panel TV
- Down comforter
- Dining
Brasserie Belle Epoque - French cuisine. Located in atrium lobby. Breakfast, lunch, dinner. Seasonal outdoor terrace. Casual-chic ambience.
Bar Belle Epoque - Located in atrium lobby. Champagne, wine, cocktails, light fare.
Grab 'n' Go Boutique - Sandwiches, salads, beverages to go.
Room service is available from 6 AM to half-past midnight (hours subject to change).
- Recreation
Guests enjoy complimentary use of the hotel's 24-hour fitness center, which includes a sauna. The park across from the Marriott is ideal for a morning jog.
- Accessibility
To make requests for specific accessibility needs, complete the "Special or Accessibility Requests" section of "Trip Preferences" when you book your hotel.
- Accessible path of travel
- Accessible parking
Policies & Fees
- Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3 PM
- Check-out
Check-out time is noon
- Payment types
Accepted at this hotel: American Express, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, JCB International, MasterCard, Visa
- Pets
Pets not allowed
- General
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit are required at check-in for incidental charges.
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.
- Fees
- Unless otherwise indicated, the charges below are not included in the overall room price. If not included in the overall room price, they will be charged by the property at check-in or check-out. Charges can vary, for example, based on length of stay or the room you book. This property told us they will charge you for the following:
- A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 1.43 per person, per night
We have included all charges provided to us by the property. However, charges can vary, for example, based on length of stay or the room you book.The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out.- Breakfast fee: EUR 24 per person (approximately)
- Fee for in-room high-speed Internet (wired): EUR 19.95 per day (rates may vary)
- Fee for wireless Internet in public areas: EUR 19.95 per day (rates may vary)
- Fee for high-speed Internet (wired) in public areas: EUR 19.95 per day (rates may vary)
- Fee for wireless Internet in business center: EUR 19.95 per day (rates may vary)
- Self parking fee: EUR 18 per day
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
- Additional Details
This property offers transfers from the airport. Guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
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Message From Hamvention® 2014 General Chairman Charles Kaiser, KD8JZR
are living in what some are now calling a "maker renaissance" -
a culture that has risen from the desire to build things. In this era of everything
electronic, instant information and instant gratification, there remains a counter
action involving something a bit more tangible. Any of us who ever took something
apart to see how it worked and then couldn't get it back together will
understand this feeling. Indeed, the current maker movement encompasses a broad
swath of ideals and activities Amateur radio operators have been using for decades:
building projects, repurposing old, learning new skills, techniques, and solving
problems. Making things makes you a critical thinker, a problem solver.
Today, "makers" are using 3D printers, CNC machines, and yes, even electronics to solve problems or do projects; but they're still using the same basic principles as Amateurs, as tinkerers, have for years. We in the Amateur radio are all "makers" at heart and in a few short months you'll have a great opportunity to experience what's going on in the Amateur world and electronics.
As the general chairman for Hamvention 2014, I'd like to offer a special early invitation for you to attend this year's event to be held May 16-18, 2014, and assure you that many of the nearly 400 volunteers involved in supporting the annual gathering are already hard at work to make this yet another outstanding event sponsored by the Dayton Amateur Radio Association (DARA).
And whether you're a first-timer or a regular, I hope to see you there.
Charles - KD8JZR
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Department of
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In Conjunction With Hamvention® 2014
The Department of Homeland Security's Office of Emergency Communications
(OEC) will be on hand at Hamvention® 2014 to conduct its nationally recognized
NIMS/ICS compliant TRG-AUXCOMM course. The purpose of this course is to train
qualified amateur radio operators so they may assist their local, county and
state governments with emergency backup communications if requested to do so.
This course will be held prior to Hamvention®, 13-15 May 2014 in the Dayton
area as part of Hamvention® 2014. (NOTE - This is the three days prior to
Hamvention® 2014)
Registration for this course will begin on 1 February 2014: Students requesting to attend the DHS Auxiliary Communications (AuxComm) Course (TRG-AUXCOMM) must meet all the prerequisites and provide electronic/scanned images of required documents prior to 1 May 2014. Specific details on how to sign up for this class will be provided on this website on the first day of registration.
The OEC workshop is designed for auxiliary emergency communicators
who volunteer to provide backup emergency radio communications support to public
safety and emergency response professionals and their agencies. Typically this
includes amateur radio communicators from groups such as MARS, ARES, RACES,
SATERN, etc. Volunteer emergency communications operators/groups have been providing
back-up emergency communications to the public safety community for over a century.
They are routinely used by event planners and emergency managers at all levels
of government. Frequently, the Public Safety community relies on the amateur
radio service when they need additional communications support for situations
like sporting events, festivals and especially when telecommunications have
collapsed or have been severely disrupted during a natural or manmade disaster.
A significant number of States/territories, regions, county and local governments
have already incorporated some level of participation by amateur radio operators
into their communications interoperability plans.
Only students whose registration is approved will be allowed to attend this training. The course is limited to a 50 students, and registration will close when that number of qualified students has been reached. OEC will notify Statewide Interoperability Coordinators (SWIC) in those States whose attendees successfully complete this training.
One-Day Technician Class Amateur Radio License Course At Hamvention®
Full day course to get your Technician Class Amateur Radio License right at Hamvention®, the same day!
When: Saturday 9:00 AM until 4:00 PM; Exam 4:00-5:00 PM.
Where: In the Hallway behind the Main Arena. See the Inside Exhibits booth map.
This is a full day training class for the Technician Class Amateur Radio License. STUDENTS MUST PRE-ENROLL PRIOR TO CLASS. Upon enrollment, students will receive a workbook and access to on-line pre-study materials. Everything will be taught in class, along with several exciting demonstrations of amateur radio. Exams will be conducted at the conclusion of class. This leaves time on Sunday to do some last minute radio shopping!
Go to http://www.hamclass.net/hamvclass.htm for course details and enrollment information.
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Biodiesel Lab
The Biodiesel Lab at Loyola's Lake Shore Campus is an integral part of the Biodiesel Program. Here, students produce and test biodiesel, make glycerin soap from lab waste products, and spend time on independent projects. Tours of the Biodiesel Lab are open to any interested parties by reservation.
Major lab activities and outputs include:
Biodiesel Fuel Production- BioSoap Production
- Methanol Recovery
- Zero-Waste Production Research
About the Lab
The Loyola Facilities team is credited for their incredible support in building this new space. The dedicated Biodiesel Lab hosts a number of features that make the space both functional safe for fuel production. The Biodiesel Lab at 6317 North Broadway was built in 2008 to accommodate the growing program and its new role as fuel supplier for inter-campus shuttle buses. The lab serves as an interactive learning environment where students learn the processes involved in making biodiesel, conserving reactants, and converting waste products into soap. The space is home to our 4th generation biodiesel processor, a methanol recovery system, our soap production equipment, and an office area for the lab manager.
Fuel Production
All fuel made in the Biodiesel Program is produced using 100% waste vegetable oil (WVO) as feedstock. Program fellows collect the grease from Loyola Dining Services and UnCommon Ground, a local eco-friendly restaurant, after it has been used for cooking. The grease is filtered to remove any solid impurities and then transferred to our processor for the waste to fuel conversion.
The process of converting waste vegetable oil to biodiesel is fairly simple. It involves the following steps:
Mixing methanol and lye (catalyst) and adding it to WVO.
Allowing reaction to settle into two products: biodiesel and glycerin.
Washing biodiesel to remove excess catalyst, methanol and other impurities.
Dry, filter, and test final product.
Recycled Soap-Making
Over the span of three semesters, students in the Solutions to Environmental Problems (STEP) course developed a process for making soap from waste products in the biodiesel lab. The main ingredients are the glycerin formed from biodiesel production and waste vegetable oil from campus cafeterias. The soap, aptly named "BioSoap" is now featured in stores on both Water Tower and Lake Shore Campus. All proceeds from soap sales benefit the continued success of our program.
Methanol Recovery
The biodiesel production process leaves us with two end products: biodiesel and glycerin. Just like the biodiesel, our glycerin requires some additional processing to make it into a usable, finished product. Glycerin produced in our lab is contaminated with the alcohol methanol which must be removed by distilling it.
Students in STEP: Biodiesel and fellows in the Biodiesel Program have designed and built a custom Methanol Recovery Unit (MRU) that can clean more than 40 gallons of glycerin at a time. The methanol that is distilled from the glycerin is condensed and then re-used in our biodiesel production. The glycerin then goes on to be used in our BioSoap, campus composting, and biogas projects.
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- Bar Soap
- Biodiesel - National Biodiesel Board
- High School Outreach
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- Illinois Green Business Association
- Liquid Soap
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Firefighting in Navarre may have become a bit safer, thanks to a few stickers.
Dubbed "truss-type construction placards," the large, red, firefighting-symbol stickers display either an 'F,' 'R,' or 'FR' to alert firefighters arriving on scene whether the building was constructed with light-frame trusses in the roof and/or floor.
A truss is a structure consisting of one or more straight triangular units, which are joined together to form a structure.
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Okay so you're not going to sound like One Direction's Irish member Niall Horan by the end of this article, you might just get closer than Tom Cruise in "Far and Away" or God forbid, Sean Connery in the "Untouchables."
This brilliant guide to top tips for an Irish accent will have you sounding more like "The Commitments" than "Darby O'Gill" and that has to be a good thing.
1. Learn the Irish vocabulary
This is by far and away the most important thing to learn when pulling off a good Irish impression. Vocab is paramount and I don't mean begorrah and diddly-eye. Irish people have a whole different dictionary.
One of the most obvious is the Irish people's use of the word "grand." The question "How are you?" is generally answered with "Grand, thanks," which doesn't mean $1,000 or a big piano, it does in fact mean "fine."
Here's some other examples:
Em - This is generally used by the Irish instead of "um" or "uh" while pausing to think. This is definitely one of the most commonly used noises. Remember this one.
Cheers - Although this is a drinking toast it is also a aloha-like multi-purpose word which can mean hello, goodbye and thank you.
Lad - this means any male and when pluralized means any group of females or males.
C'mere - literally this means "come here" but it also means "listen" and just a friendly "hey." It can be used to get someone's attention or just start a sentence.
Right - This is another multi-purpose word. Used like 'C'mere'. For example "Right, yours was a pint?", "Right, I'm off home."
Bollocks - this literally means testicles but has become a word with which to express anger. For example, if you missed your train you might exclaim "Bollocks!" It can also mean rubbish. For example, "That lad is talking utter bollocks."
Bastard - Although this literally means a child born out of wedlock it can also be used to express anger and as an exclamation. For example, "where's my bastard coat?"
Eejit - Idiot, but harsher.
Knacker - This can be used to describe an undesirable person or being exhausted. For example, "Jaysus look at that knacker," or "I'm bleeding knackered, I need a kip."
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Biscuits = cookies
2. The Irish sound
It's impossible to say what an Irish person sounds like as there are 32 different accents and dialects to boot in this small country. Although there's only 4.5 million people in the Emerald Isle the variety of accents is baffling. The most obvious difference is that between Northern Irish people (think Gerry Adams) and southern (think Bono).
Soft vowels
The Irish generally make fun of how the Americans elongate their vowels in the same manner that Americans usually make fun of Texans.
Here some phrases to show you the difference:
Americans say "How are you?" Irish say "Ha-ware-ya?" / "Hawareya?"
The response to this question is not "good" or "fine", by the way, it is "grand" or "grand altogether."
Hard consonants
Enunciate, this is the most important thing. Americans have a habit of slurring constants, while Irish, though they run words together, tend to enunciate their consonants. For example, Americans tend to say coulda, woulda, wanna instead of pronouncing the whole phrase.
Lyricize your inflection
This is probably the most difficult thing to learn - the rhythm and tone of the accent. This has a lot to do with having an ear for it. Varying pitch accounts for the different feel of the Irish accent and its commonly described as lyrical. This means that a sentence sounds more musical or sing-songy than American English.
The best way to learn is to practice. Although you could hire your very own dialogue coach, a better solution might be to watch some Irish movies and try to focus on their accents and mimicking them. Some great movies to watch are "The Butcher Boy", "Circle of Friends" and "The Commitments."
Try to copy some of these lines. Record yourself saying them and you should be able to find the faults in your own accent.
Warning, you will be lousy at first but keep trying it can be quite fun.
3. The Irish spelling
If you're really going for the all Irish experience you'd better change your spellings too. Although mostly spellings in American English and the English from across the pond are the same, there are some differences.
Add the U
For some very odd reason the Irish and English use extra u's. Just some examples being armour, behaviour, colour, favour, honour, humour, parlour and savour.
Change the Z
Another difference is that the English and Irish use "s" more often that "z". For example, crystallized, industrialized, memorise, realized, recognised and specialized.
Here's an eHow video on how to pick it up:
That vocabulary is not Irish. All those words are common in England.
On the other hand, leave the brogue to the Irish. Trust me- they will appreciate it!
Several people I know of like to speak with a slight brogue here in the states. They think it's funny. I'd like to strangle 'em. I've been to Ireland several times, I've kept many of the witicisms that my Dad and Aunt passed down to me.
Sean Connery always sounds like Sean Connery, wither he's playing an Englishman,American,Arab or a person in the future.
For some very odd reason the Irish and English use extra 'u's? I may be wrong, but isn't the clue in the word 'English'? For some very odd reason, the English can claim the language, so I think the extra U, no matter how odd, can be deemed correct. And I wouldn't say 'eejit' is harsher than 'idiot'. If it is, I've been unintentionally insulting to many people.
A brogue is a shoe, not a way of speaking. It is a pejorative reference to the Irish accent. The Irish seem to ignore many of the pejoratives directed at them; we must have very thick skins. This may explain we so many of us are politicians!


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