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Restaurant Inspections
• Stevie B's Pizza, 1067 Bullsboro Dr., Newnan, was inspected Aug. 26. Current score 94-A. Previous scores 95-A on Jan. 8 and 99-A on June 12, 2012. Inspector's comments: Clean inside coolers, under equipment, behind and clean all storage racks. Inside walkin cooler. Wiping cloth in handwash sink. Leak under two drains, stained ceiling tiles.
• Marco's Pizza, 1111 Bullsboro Dr., Suite 4, Newnan, was inspected Aug. 29. Current score 98-A. Previous scores 97-A on Jan. 8 and 96-A on June 12, 2012. Inspector's comments: Build-up under racks and tables, behind equipment. Condensation leak at drain of soda machine, dripping on cabinet.
• Subway, 3150 Highway 34 E.,Suite 211, Newnan, was inspected Aug. 29. Current score 100-A. Previous scores 99-A on Jan. 22 and 99-A on June 26, 2012. Inspector's comments: Looks good!
• Sushi Pronto, 524 Bullsboro Dr., Newnan, wa s inspected Aug. 16. Current score 90-A. Previous scores 95-A on Jan. 16 and 94-A on June 28, 2012. Inspector's comments: 3 door cooler maintaining foods at 47 degrees, needs to be 41 degrees or below. Wrapped rice left out at room temperature overnight, 72 degrees. Do not thaw at room temperature or cool overnight at room temp. Need to clean inside all coolers, shelves that are wood, behind and around equipment. Clean containers and lids. Keep personal foods in one place separate from restaurant foods and mark that area.
• Thai Heaven, 214 Newnan Crossing Bypass, Newnan, was inspected Aug.29. Current score 95-A. Previous scores 83-B on Feb. 19 and 90-A on July 19, 2012. Inspector's comments: N/A.
• Chylaca's, 20 Bullsboro Dr., Newnan, was inspected Aug. 29. Current score 90-A. Previous scores 95-A on Jan. 3 and 90-A on June 14, 2012. Inspector's comments: Two door cooler not maintaining foods at 41 degrees or below. Ham 54 degrees, hot dogs 54 degrees. Light shield missing, some stained ceiling tiles.


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BARDSTOWN - The month of May concludes this Saturday May 29 at Bluegrass Speedway as track promoters David and Anita Ferrell will again present exciting racing action as the 7th Annual Jerry Rucker Memorial event will take place at the mile, high-banked Nelson County clay.
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Arthiritis Awareness
Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage
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MOUNT WASHINGTON - The five seniors on the Bullitt East girls' basketball team this season had been teammates since they were sixth-graders at Mount Washington Middle School.
Now they are splitting apart for the next stage of their lives.
The most recent to set her future was Samantha Johnson who on Thursday signed to play college basketball at Lindsey Wilson University.
HILLVIEW - One of the city's most popular events is getting bigger...and better...this weekend.
The Hillview City Fair is planned for May 27-29.
The Hillview Recreation Department has worked hard to add some new amenities to the established event.
Among the new activities are a pet show, karaoke/talent show, dessert cook-off and a pie in the face of a local official.
HEBRON ESTATES - One of the strongest contingents of local track athletes ever will start their journey to the Kentucky State Track and Field Championships on Wednesday as North Bullitt and Bullitt East head to North Oldham High School for the Class AA, Region III Championships.
This will be the first time that a regional meet has been held at North Oldham which is located in Goshen. The facility is brand new for this season.
MOUNT WASHINGTON - This week marked a momentous occasion for those who have spent years advocating public transportation for the elderly, disabled and low-income people of Bullitt County .
On Monday community leaders and public transit advocates gathered at the Valu Market on Oakbrook Circle to commemorate the inaugural trip of the Bullitt County-Louisville Intercity Bus Service.
BROOKS - An afternoon fire damaged a Brooks home Monday afternoon.
Zoneton Fire units responded to the residence at 311 Marvin Ave. around 1 p.m.
ZFD Asst. Chief Kevin Moulton said an initial report by a neighbor claimed that someone might be in the house when firefighters arrived.
According to Moulton the fire was primarily located in a master bedroom. Other areas of the house received smoke damage. An investigation was ongoing.
BBB is urging property owners in need of repairs and clean-up to carefully check out companies before hiring them after heavy rain made its mark on the area this weekend.
BBB warns, be aware of those who may take advantage of your situation: The home repair rip-off artist, who may overcharge, perform shoddy work, or skip town without finishing your job. BBB suggests homeowners call or go to the BBB's website, www.bbb.org, to check out contractors before hiring them.
MOUNT WASHINGTON - The Bullitt East Chargers seem to be getting hot at the right time of the year and that is bad news for the other teams in the 24th District.
After already beating both North Bullitt and Bullitt Central by double-digit margins, the red and gold were expected to get a game last week from Southern in the game that would decide the number one seed for the post-season tournament the week of May 24 at Bullitt Central.
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Gainsborough Trinity v Wrexham: Team news
Posted: February 23, 2013|
Gainsborough Trinity will start today's FA Trophy semi-final second leg against Wrexham with the same starting eleven as they had in north Wales last week.
However, Steve Housham is keeping his formation under wraps. Last week, the team started the game 4-3-3, but the Blues boss is thought to want to get more support for striker Darryn Stamp today, which could see a 4-4-2 line-up with Jamie Yates taking up the second striker role, ot Terry Hawkridge playing a roaminmg role.
With Paul Connor declared fit, the front man becomes the second striker on ther bench for Trinity alongside Brad Barraclough. Also on the Blues' bench is Shane Clarke, Tyrone Thompson and Greg Young
The visitors make one change to their starting line-up with player-boss Andy Morrell starting today's match in place of Brett Omerrod.But the Dragons play a rigid 4-3-3 and are expected to stick to what they know.
Trinity: Budtz, Roma, Wilde, Waterfall, Hone, Leary, Russell, Nelthorpe, Yates, Stamp, Hawkridge
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Ticket Information
Ticket FAQs
Where is the race held?
The Detroit Belle Isle Grand Prix is held on Belle Isle, a 982-acre island on the Detroit River connected to Detroit by the MacArthur Bridge.
How do I contact the Ticket Office and what hours are they are open?
By Phone: 866-464-PRIX (7749)
local number 313-748-1820
By Fax: 313-262-1799
Box Office Hours: Monday – Friday 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Location: 300 GM Renaissance Center (Level 2 above the GM Wintergarden)
Detroit, MI 48243
Race Weekend Ticket Office: Opens 7:30 a.m. daily, closing times vary
Location: On Belle Isle at Picnic Way & Riverbank Dr.
How do I buy tickets?
Tickets can be purchased online from our website by selecting the Ticket tab on the home page, then click on Ticket Pricing. Select the link of the ticket option you are interested in purchasing. Tickets can also be purchased by phone or in person at the Box Office.
What credit cards are accepted?
MasterCard, Visa, American Express and Discover
Can I pay by check?
Personal and company checks are accepted until two weeks prior to the event. Traveler checks are accepted through event weekend.
Do children need a ticket?
Reserved Seat Grandstands: A ticket is required to occupy a reserved seat. Children 2 years & under are admitted free of charge when seated on parent's lap. Children 12 years & under qualify for discount.
General Admission Grandstands: Children 12 years & under are admitted free of charge to general admission areas when accompanied by a ticket-bearing adult. Limit 2 children per adult admittance.
What is a general admission ticket good for and are there any seats?
General Admission tickets provide gate admission entry, access to the Fun Zone, display areas and concert performance.
Seating is available in Grandstand 3, 4 & 5 on a first come basis. Once seating areas are full, standing room only viewing is available; seat is not guaranteed.
How are your grandstands numbered?
Our grandstands number from the top row down. Row 1 is the top row in every grandstand.
The sections letter from left to right; Section A would be on the left if you are standing in front of the grandstand looking at it. The seats also number from left to right.
Refer to the Grandstand Seating Chart for a visual lay out of the grandstands and a grandstand location map.
Do you offer wheelchair accessible seating?
Reserved seat Grandstands 1 and 2 are wheelchair accessible. General admission Grandstand 5 is also wheelchair accessible. Companion ticket is included free of charge for Grandstand 1 and 2 when an accessible seat ticket is purchased.
What is a paddock pass?
A paddock pass is an optional purchase. It allows access to the paddock area which is considered the "locker room" of auto racing. The paddock allows up-close viewing of race car preparation and teamwork.
Paddock passes or vouchers are provided in advance of the event. Prior to admittance to the paddock area the pass or voucher is exchanged for a wristband at the Paddock Redemption Tent near the paddock entrance gate.
Friday, June 3rd will be FREE Prix Day. Gate admission and access to the paddock is FREE of charge. Paddock passes for Saturday and Sunday can be purchased in advance or at the venue on race weekend.
Are there any restrictions as to what can be brought into the venue?
- Cameras are allowed but video recording devices are NOT permitted.
- Umbrellas and umbrella strollers are permitted into the venue but cannot be used in the grandstands.
- Glass bottles and open containers are NOT permitted through the admission gates.
- Alcoholic beverages are NOT permitted to be brought into the venue.
- Maximum cooler size permitted is 12" x 12" x 12".
- All bags are subject to search and must fit within a 12" x 12" x 12" space.
The following items are NOT permitted through admission gates:
Ladders, scaffolding or other structures, lawn chairs, firearms or other weapons, bicycles, roller blades, strollers and wagons.
Pets other than disability assistance dogs are NOT permitted.
Is there anything else I need to know?
- All racing activities are rain or shine. No exchanges or rain checks.
- All sales are final. No money will be refunded.
- Participation in racing events as a spectator is at ticket-holders own risk.
- Tickets and other admissions materials may not be used for advertising, promotions (including contests and sweepstakes) or other trade purposes, without the prior express written consent of DBIGP.
- Tickets obtained from sources other than the Detroit Belle Isle Grand Prix may be lost, stolen or counterfeit and in such cases will not be honored.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Why do some figures change during production from the original prototypes that are first introduced?
An original design and its resulting prototype is a starting point and guideline in the artistic development of a TONNER® figure. Tonner strives to ensure that our production follows the prototype very closely, and our prototypes do give an accurate representation of what collectors can expect when they receive a figure. However, Robert Tonner meticulously reviews every design detail of a figure as it passes into production and sometimes he may make adjustments if the evolution of the figure from prototype to production does not capture the essence of the design, even if it ultimately varies from the prototype. It is Robert's goal to not release any doll into the marketplace unless it holds up to his design standards. A TONNER® figure carries the distinction of its maker being involved in every part of the process from concept to final production.
What does 'Limited Edition', 'Open Edition' & 'Annual Edition' mean?
Several companies have their own definitions for what each of these terms mean. For Tonner:
- A 'Limited Edition (LE)' means that a product is produced only to a specific number.
- One of the most common misconceptions is that 'Open Editions' are always available since they do not list a specific manufactured quantity. This is not necessarily so. Once the initial production run of an 'Open Edition' has come and gone, there may be a decision not to re-order therefore ending the edition. Please understand that open editions are produced based on INITIAL orders and may not be produced in levels to meet market demand. 'Open Edition' also does not guarantee continuous availability.
- 'Annual Edition' products are items produced only within a current catalog year.
- Please note that some retailers do not wish the production quantity of their exclusive edition to be released. In these instances, we honor the request and label the edition as a 'Special Edition'.
Why doesn't Tonner number its editions?
Tonner feels that our products are readily identifiable in the marketplace. TONNER® figures are generally marked on the head to identify them for authenticity purposes. These markings in combination with the packaging identify the figure and/or outfit/accessory as a genuine TONNER® product. The numbering of figures in mass production can be very misleading to collectors, as it is never a true representation of the figure's actual place in the production line. Also, the numbering of figures misrepresents the items quality in terms that a low number is often portrayed as better than a high number. Most often, the opposite is true. As the production matures, the figure's quality improves. Numbering is more accurately an important feature for "artist figures" created in very small quantities, by the artist, in a very controlled environment.
How is an original figure made?
From sculpting the character to creating the clothes and accessories, a multi-talented team of artisans participate in every step to make each TONNER® Doll and Character Figure™. In order to answer this question...it would be best to show you! Please go to our Community page to view YouTube videos and to read blog posts which reveal the process by which TONNER® dolls and character figures™ come to life!
What is Tonner's Unconditional Guarantee?
We want every customer to be completely satisfied with their purchase directly from www.tonnerdoll.com or our retail store. If you would like to return an item, you may do so within 30 days of purchase for replacement, credit or refund of 100% of the total purchase price of the items including tax. Please include a copy of your invoice. The item must be in original condition with no signs of wear or damage in original packaging with all accessories to be eligible for return. Shipping and handling charges are non-refundable and we do not accept returns COD. Please allow a minimum of 7-9 business days for your return to be processed. As always, any item purchased from us that is defective will be repaired or replaced at no cost to the consumer (including shipping if we agree it's defective) provided it is returned with sales receipt within 30 days of purchase. Please note that we retain limited quantities of replacement items for up to two years from the year of a product's release. We will not be able to replace items later than the second year after the year of an item's release. Please call our Customer Service center at 1-800-794-2107 (International calls: 845-339-9537) for a Return Authorization # prior to returning the product.
All returns should be sent to:
Tonner Doll Company, Inc.
Attn: Return Dept.
252 Welsh Pool Road
Exton, PA 19341
Important notice:
We ship all items purchased through www.tonnerdoll.com via UPS for all purchases sent to the 48 contiguous US states. UPS does not deliver to post office boxes and imposes a penalty fee for shipments that need to be redirected. There is a notice on the shipping choice page of our checkout advising that post office boxes are not an option for UPS choices. If a customer chooses UPS as their shipping option and causes the system to send to a PO box, or if an address is incorrect and UPS charges a penalty for redirecting the package, a fee of $15.00 will be charged to the customer. Paypal shipping information overrides the shipping information in our system, please be certain to include a physical address in your Paypal information if using Paypal for payment on www.tonnerdoll.com.
How can I order TONNER® products?
When you shop with Tonner and TonnerDirect, you pick the method that works best for you.
Phone – Order by phone by calling 1-800-794-2107, Monday – Friday, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm EST.
Fax – Fax your completed order to us at 1-845-339-1259.
Mail – Mail your completed order to us at:
PO Box 4410
Kingston, NY 12402
Attn: Customer Service
Or place your order on-line 24 hrs/day, 7 days/week on this website.
What forms of payment do you accept?
We accept MasterCard, Visa, American Express and PayPal. You must be at least 18 years old to order. Personal checks and money orders should be made out to Tonner® Company Store. Please allow 10 days for personal checks to be processed. Please do not send cash.
Who should I contact if I have questions?
Please visit our Contact page for more information.
What are the shipping options?
Please allow two business days for your order to be processed. We ship most packages via UPS ground so you are assured of fast, reliable service. Depending upon your location, you should receive your purchase within 3 to 7 business days. Two-day UPS service is available for an additional charge. For rush or overnight shipping, please contact our Customer Service department via our Contact page. A small handling charge will be added to UPS Ground, UPS 2nd Day Air and some USPS shipments.
Standard Shipping Rates:
For shipping cost accuracy TonnerDoll.com is now using UPS Real-Time Shipping Rates.
What is your policy regarding international orders, shipping and handling rates?
Please note that some licensed product have limited distribution.
We ship all international orders via USPS Priority Mail.
International shipping charges are based on the value of items in your cart and the destination for your shipment. Please note that any additional customs or duty fees encountered are the responsibility of the customer.
Is there sales tax charged on TONNER® products?
Please note that State Sales Tax will be charged if you live in, or are shipping to the following states:
New Jersey
New York
Are there any employment opportunities at Tonner?
Please see our Employment page for more information.
General Information
Actual products may not be exactly as shown. We reserve the right to make improvements or slight alterations. We also reserve the right to limit quantities. Special offers and discounts cannot be applied towards previously purchased merchandise. For more information, please call our Customer Service Center at 1-800-794-2107 or via this site's Contact page.


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Document Number: 7199The Secretary's Fifth Annual Report on Teacher Quality: A Highly Qualified Teacher in Every Classroom - This annual report on teacher quality presents the data collected by states from postsecondary institutions, alternative route teacher preparation programs, testing companies and the states� own accountability systems. The 2005 data reported by the 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and the outlying areas show both progress toward the nation�s goal of a highly qualified teacher in every classroom and areas where work is needed to make improvements. (U.S. Department of Education, 2006) ...
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The Walk for Wishes West Michigan will, once again, take place at the Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park. We invite the community to mix and mingle, enjoy a healthy walk and most importantly make a difference in the life of a child. So lace up your walking shoes and come join us in support of our great mission! Together we will make wishes come true.
Event Date:
Saturday, October 6, 2012
Event Location:
Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park
1000 East Beltline Ave
Grand Rapids, MI 49525
Click here for directions
Event Schedule:
* Registration (Located in the Grand Room near the Gardens main entrance):
8:00a.m. - 8:45 a.m.
* Opening Ceremonies (Located in the Grand Room): 8:45am
* Walk Start Time (Located in the Grand Room): 9:00 a.m.
* Closing Ceremonies (Located in the Grand Room): Approximately 11:00 a.m.
* Enjoy the Gardens with friends and family: Approximately 11:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
(Garden's closing time)
* Adult Walker Registration through September 1: $15
* Adult Walker Registration after September 1: $20
* Adult Walker Registration event day: $25
* Child Walker Registration (17 years and younger): No Registration Fee
* Virtual Walker: No Registration Fee
Fundraising Minimums:
* Each Walk Participant is asked to raise a minimum of $100.
Walk for Wishes Perks:
* Entrance in to the Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park
* An official 2012 Walk for Wishes T-shirt
* Morning Refreshments
* A Healthy Walk around the Gardens
* Complimentary Post-Walk Lunch
* Fun Entertainment
* Full Access to the Frederik Meijer Gardens following Closing Ceremonies
(The Gardens remain open until 5 p.m.)
* Joy, knowing YOU have helped make Michigan Wish Children's Dreams Come True!
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Las Vegas, NV (KTNV) -- A valley man who was left with hundreds of thousands of dollars in medical bills after running into problems with Nevada Health Link is one step closer to resolution.
Lawrence Basich, 62, of Las Vegas, suffered a heart attack in late December and required several follow up procedures. His insurance coverage was left in limbo because of problems with the system and Basich racked up roughly $407,000 in bills.
During a meeting of the Silver State Health Insurance Exchange on Thursday, Health Plan of Nevada announced it is stepping up to address the problem.
"HPN has stepped forward to adjust Mr. Basich's coverage so that it is effective January 1, 2014," vice president Kyle Clingo said.
Basich smiled after the announcement, but tough words followed for developer Xerox.
The insurance company seemed to blame Xerox for the initial confusion and hinted at a possible lawsuit. Clingo also indicated that the insurance company might leave the exchange if things don't improve.
"If real changes do not occur, we believe the sustainability and success of the Silver State exchange is in serious jeopardy," Clingo said.
HPN spokeswoman Cheryl Randolph told Action News the company would process and pay Basich's eligible bills for January and February according to his benefit plan.
"We understand that there was an error by the administrator of the exchange in processing Mr. Basich's enrollment that was not known to us and he was enrolled with another carrier," Randolph said, in part, in a statement. "We have since reached an agreement that will honor Mr. Basich's original desire to be enrolled with Health Plan of Nevada on January 1, 2014 and we look forward to providing him with quality health care services."
Basich is one of many people who have run into problems using the state exchange. Time is running out. The deadline to enroll is March 31.
"People still, still, still are having challenges," exchange board vice chair Lynn Etkins said.
The board has approved a special, 60-day enrollment period beginning April 1 for people who have had trouble signing up. Xerox announced revised figures on Thursday that show roughly 77,000 people may benefit from the extra time.
"The numbers look great on paper," Etkins said. "This just isn't reality and all this is predicated on that website working," Etkins said.
Xerox has taken heavy criticism for its performance and vowed to make things right.
"We are trying to work with those individuals who do experience the issues; however, we are making progress," said Greg Vitiello with Xerox.
The state board also approved transferring billing duties from Xerox to the individual insurance companies because of customer billing problems. Both Xerox and the insurance companies supported the move but the two sides need to work out a time table.
Several enrollment fairs are planned for the weekend to help people sign up.
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2013 Peacemaking Offering (video)
Through your gifts to the Peacemaking Offering, the Peacemaking Program's Travel Study Seminars (TSS) are helping to shine a light on injustice. In this year's Peacemaking Offering video, learn how your gifts can help provide grants for future TSS participants and how their experiences, and the stories they share, can be a catalyst for change in your church.
Download Instructions (after clicking on resource title above):
- Right-click "download" button below
- Select "save link as..." or "save target as..."
- Choose where (on your computer) to save the video
- Click "save"
- Topics: Human Rights, Justice, Peace & Global Witness Offering, Travel
- Tags: human trafficking, peacemaking offering, peacemaking videos, philippines, season of peace, special offerings, travel study seminars
- Ministries: Presbyterian Peacemaking Program, Special Offerings
- Agency: Presbyterian Mission Agency
Thanks for the feedback, Heather! We'll keep a note of that for next time.
Thank you for your hard work in producing the offering videos. I have one suggestion. We have a large sanctuary. Even with projecting videos reading large amounts of text can be difficult for our older members. If someone can read that info rather than displaying it that would be beneficial to getting the message across. We had some difficulty with the audio this year unfortunately and we had to stop the video part way through.
Hi LaVera, Sorry about the confusion -- we've added the instructions above.
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Isabel Marant's Western-inspired crepe 'Lauryn' blouse was an instant runway hit. Add this embroidered piece to your wardrobe now and it will update outfits for seasons to come. Ankle-exposing jeans and pointed pumps will complete the label's signature look.
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f you watched the Kentucky Derby over the weekend (because, of course who wouldn't), you saw Cam Newton in the crowd enjoying the festivities. And we were also enjoying what we saw, namely his boo on his side.
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Each look was paired with a fully-beaded face mask that completely disguises the model's visage. This is not the first time, nor likely the last, that Margiela has used this technique to help the viewer focus on the clothes. And yet, given the odd appearance of the face masks, it can sometimes work as a distraction. The first two looks shown were very basic: a short, white, shift dress with peplum detailing and a simple white pantsuit. From there, the palette changes to dark, moody prints and lace/sheer pants. Some are decorated with heavy beading, like the bib collar top, while others rely on more avant-garde structure like the plastic patterned coat shown at the close.
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Arab Spring Gives Way to Summer of Protest in Balkans
Is anti-Christian Muslim radicalism brewing in Kosovo?
11:30 AM, Jul 6, 2011 • By STEPHEN SCHWARTZ
On Friday, July 1, Pristina, the capital of the Kosovo Republic, saw some 1,000 Albanian Muslims praying in the main, downtown open-air square, while demanding space for a new and large mosque. The demonstration was the second such event in two weeks.
For those who know Kosovo, the phenomenon was surprising and bizarre. Pristina has notable mosques built in the classical Ottoman style. They include two in the very center of town, only yards from the place where the demonstration was held. The Stone Mosque, so-called because of the stone cap on its minaret (the cap would more typically be metallic), is also known as the Kosovo mosque because it is believed to have been erected to commemorate the 1389 Turkish victory in the battle of the same name.
Across the way, the Imperial Mosque dates from the 15th century and provides a larger prayer space; it has come under the domination of a radical preacher, Shefqet Krasniqi. Nearby is a more recent Saudi-built mosque. Others constructed with financing from the Gulf states are found elsewhere in the city. Indeed, being 90 percent Muslim, Kosovo has more than 500 mosques. While at least 40 percent were vandalized by Serbian forces during the 1998-99 Kosovo war, most have been reconstructed and refurbished.
The July 1 pro-mosque demonstration took place after Friday collective prayer at the Stone Mosque, which would seem to negate the claim made by its promoters, a group that calls itself the "Join!" movement (Bashkohu! in Albanian), that they lack adequate facilities for religious observances. The night before, the Kosovo police warned participants not to block any public thoroughfares, since the organizers of the "protest" had refused to apply for a permit to assemble, and one man had been arrested in the similar demonstration by some 300 Muslims the week before. Notwithstanding its Muslim-majority culture, Kosovo is a rigorously secular state. When the July 1 mass meeting was held, however, police were replaced by a "security force" from the so-called "Join!" movement, who were dressed in blue and white shirts, and who prevented journalists from approaching the gathering.
In Kosovar media, the need for a new, big mosque as a pretext for the demonstrations was rejected, and attention was focused on the individual who organized them and the "Join!" group – Fuad Ramiqi, a Kosovar Islamist involved in the Gaza "flotilla" last year, as reported here. With the new "flotilla" crossing the Mediterranean from Greece to Gaza at least delayed, Ramiqi had an incentive to keep busy by starting trouble in Kosovo. But the Kosovo public, and international media, also noticed that the outdoor assembly was distinctly anti-Catholic in tone. Catholics account for 10-25 percent of all Albanians, and represent an important social and cultural force in Kosovo.
Catholic Albanians in the republic and around the world have contributed to the establishment in Pristina of a cathedral named for Mother Teresa, who was born in Macedonia of Kosovar Albanian parents. The proposal for the cathedral was approved by the local authorities in 2002. Before his death in 2006, Ibrahim Rugova, the first president of Kosovo after 1999, and a Muslim by birth, participated in the blessing of its cornerstone. Construction, which is still underway, began in 2007, at a busy site in the newer, easterly part of the city, near the University of Pristina.
The anti-Catholic attitude prevalent among Ramiqi's group was obvious enough to foreign reporters; the Associated Press noted that "a banner appeared on a mosque wall showing a green light by a photograph of a Christian cathedral and a red light beneath one of a mosque." A member of the protesting group, who identified himself as Ramzi Berisha, commented plaintively, "We just want a place for us… to pray out of the open." The Wahhabi preacher Shefqet Krasniqi, mentioned above, supported the demonstrations demanding a grander mosque and also claimed that Muslims in Kosovo are forced to pray outside, "in the street under the summer heat and in the winter when it is cold." But outdoor Muslim prayer is rare in Kosovo except at funerals… and Islamist agitational events.
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Net Weight: 14 Oz (400g)
The sweet mulberry for our Mulberry Preserves are all natural, cultivated in Armenia's Ararat Valley. The mulberry are picked when they sweet and fresh, washed by hand and slowly cooked in a simple syrup which preserves them. Make ice cream with them—cut them into pieces and mix them into vanilla, fig or caramel ice cream—or simply use them as topping.
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Here is a gathering of 3" x 5" white or colored index cards and assorted flat items, each autographed by a member of the Hall of Fame. The items average EX/MT display quality with a few lesser examples, while the autographs (penned in a variety of ink types and colors) rate "8-9" strength. A few of the index cards (as noted) carry a likeness of the athlete drawn by the original autograph seeker. Includes:
Index Cards (16) - Aaron, Banks, Conlon, Dickey (sketch), Feller, Ford, Gibson, Gomez (pers., sketch), Hoyt, Hubbell, Marquard, Mathews, McCarthy (sketch), Roush, Spahn, and L. Waner;
Magazine Pages (1) - DiMaggio;
Photos (2) - DiMaggio (8" x 11", pers.), Stengel (5-3/4" x 8-1/4", pers.);
Postcards (2) - Coveleski and Hooper;
Real Photo Postcards (2) - Gehringer, Greenberg;
Yellow HOF Plaques (6) - Bell, Chandler, Ford, Grimes, Musial, and Williams;
Handwritten Letters (2) - Barrow (7-1/4" x 10-1/2" sheet of personal letterhead, referencing Mantle), Boudreau (on 5" x 8" sheet of WGN Radio stationery, stating he personally signs every card through the mail);
Typewritten Letter - Weiss (8-1/2" x 11" on Newark International Baseball Club letterhead.
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Blackberry Farm
Go on a one of a kind country adventure you'll never forget! Become pioneers for a day on a real 1800s farm and village. Miniature train rides, pony rides, petting zoo, pioneer craft demonstrations, and special events. In the Discovery Barn see chickens, sheep, piglets, baby goats and more.
Chicago Premium Outlets, Aurora
Find impressive savings at over 120 designer and name-brand outlet stores, such as Ann Taylor, Armani, ASICS, Banana Republic, Calvin Klein, Coach, Cole Haan, DKNY, Gap, J.Crew, Lacoste, Nike, Polo Ralph Lauren, Salvatore Ferragamo, Michael Kors, Theory, Vera Bradley and more. The opening of an additional 80 stores in the spring of 2016 will make this even more of a Midwest Shopping destination! In Aurora, 37 miles west of Chicago.
Phillips Park Zoo
Established in 1915, this free zoo is open daily, year round. Exhibits include bald eagles, wolves, mountain lions, foxes, otters, elk, goats, llamas, turkeys and peacocks.
Sunken Garden
View the spectacular display of 15,000 flowers of 15 varieties, plus a three-tiered fountain and the Four Seasons statues that complement this exquisite English garden.
Splash Country Water Park
This deluxe water park features tube slides, the second largest lazy river in Illinois, zero-depth pools, sand activity areas and concessions.
Vaughn Athletic Center and Indoor Water Park
The Vaughan Athletic Center is dedicated to fitness excellence with quality equipment and programs designed to offer members the best value for their fitness dollar. The newest facility in the Fox Valley Park District is the Vaughan Athletic Center located on Indian Trail near Orchard Road on the far west side of Aurora. The Vaughan Athletic Center features 225,000 square feet of athletic, fitness, and aquatic fun. The Vaughan Athletic Center is home to an aquatic center with three indoor pools. The aquatic center offers lap swimming, diving boards, warm water therapy, swim lessons, and aquatic fitness classes. In addition, there is an indoor water park featuring two water slides, a lazy river, and spray and play areas. In the Vaughan Athletic Center's 10,000-square-foot, full-service fitness center, members can use a wide variety of equipment, attend the Fox Valley area's best group exercise classes, and receive personalized, one-on-one help from certified trainers. This year-round indoor water park has tube slides, zero-depth entry and interactive water play.
Hollywood Casino Aurora
Hollywood Casino Aurora has all of the newest and hottest slots. Denominations ranging from 1 cent to $100 including multi-denomination machines. One blockbuster hit after another, plus find all traditional favorites, popular themes and progressive machines that deliver big pay outs, plus the best variety of table games and Poker Room.
Phillips Park
Located on over 325 acres including a 28-acre fishing lake with a one-mile multiple use trail and a restored prairie grass development. The remains of the extinct elephant-like mastodon were found in this lake in the 1930s. Attractions include a life-size sculpture of a mastodon at the Mastodon Gallery, the gorgeous Sunken Garden, an 18-hole golf course and driving range, a zoo, war memorials, a winter recreation area and a 8,000-square-foot BMX & Skate Park.
Luigi's Pizza and Fun Center
Enjoy the fun here that includes laser tag, an arcade room and great pizza.
The Comedy Shrine
Whether you're here to watch improv or stand-up, you're in for a great time! Come early and enjoy a drink and the thousands of pieces of comedy memorabilia that puts the "shrine" in The Comedy Shrine. Interested in classes? We have those too! You are never too old or too young to try your hand at comedy. Check out our website for upcoming class dates and prices.
Chasers Laser Tag
Join in a game of state-of-the-art laser tag.
Paramount Theatre
This historic landmark theater offers affordable live entertainment including a critically-acclaimed Broadway Series, comedy, concerts and dance in both The Paramount Theatre & Copley Theatre. Group discounts. Theater rentals are perfect for meetings, performances, fundraisers and banquets.
Airtastic Playland
A fun and exciting play land offering 10 inflatable play structures, four party rooms and two age-appropriate play areas.
Randall/Orchard Road Corridor
These rapidly growing roads stretching through Aurora, North Aurora and Batavia are full of shopping and restaurant surprises.
Fox River Games Paintball
Bring a group of friends to play a round of paintball at Fox River Games. Open play or "walk-on" play is recreational play for all ages (age restrictions) and skill levels. Play as an individual or play in groups. Typically we are open every weekend Saturday and Sunday and during the summer we operate on Wednesdays and Fridays too. Please check our website for our operating schedule and specific hours of operation.
Sri Venkateswara Swami Temple of Greater Chicago
This temple is one of only three Sri Venkateswara Hindu temples in the United States, constructed by Native American artisans.
RiverEdge Park
The 30-acre park was designed in a way that would serve many purposes. From the canoe/kayak launch and natural landscaping to the VIP Rooftop Deck and 10-acre music venue, this is the new recreation and entertainment destination of the suburbs. Bring your kids and fly a kite. Enjoy a local band in the music pavilion with friends. Spread out a blanket and watch fireworks with the family on the 4th of July. RiverEdge Park is your backyard away from home.
Wayne's World - Downtown Aurora
This excellent comedy follows the pursuits of a pair of suburban Aurora slacker friends who have a public access cable show and a penchant for '70s rock. The movie was filmed on location in Aurora and Chicago. One of the notable Chicago sites includes a kitschy gift shop with a large Indian statue on its roof.
Ultimate Sports Dome
This sports spot features go-karts, batting cages, miniature golf and an indoor driving range.
Aurora Skate Center
Skate to the sounds of Top 40 music. The skate center also features special live organ music dance sessions.
Westfield Fox Valley
DuPage County, Chicago's Western Suburbs - One of Illinois' largest malls, this three-level enclosed shopping center features over 180 stores and restaurants, including Carson Pirie Scott, JCPenney, Macy's and Sears.
Fox Valley Center
One of Illinois' largest malls, this three-level enclosed shopping center features over 180 stores and restaurants, including Carson Pirie Scott, J.C.Penney, Marshall Field's and Sears.
Bicycle Trails - Aurora
More than 35 miles of trails, from Aurora to Crystal Lake, pass through scenic landscapes. Routes include the Fox River, Virgil Gilman and Red Oak Trails, and the Illinois Prairie Path.
Phillips Park Aquatic Center
Deluxe water park with tube slides, simulated river, zero-depth pools and sand activity areas.
Two Brothers Roundhouse
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Two Brothers Roundhouse is the oldest limestone roundhouse in the United States. As they bring new life to this 155 year old building, enjoy a casual atmosphere in the main dining room gastropub, our sports tavern and music venue or our new cafe and bakery. There is more to do than dinner at the Roundhouse. As with the beer and food, the live entertainment has a local flair. Whether it be a wedding, reunion or corporate event, they have a variety of spaces for friends and family to gather. Cheers!
Copley Theatre
This theatre offers affordable, live entertainment, comedy, concerts, dance and family shows. Group discounts/theatre rentals; perfect for meetings, performances, fundraisers and banquets.
Aurora Historic Districts/Aurora Historic Preservation Commission
Tour the Near Eastside (350 homes dating from the 1800s), Stolp Island, Westside and Riddle Highlands, two of which are listed in the National Register of Historic Places.
SciTech Hands-On Museum
Aurora's interactive science and technology center offers over 200 hands-on exhibits demonstrating the principles of electricity, weather, astronomy and nuclear energy.
Aurora Regional Fire Museum
This museum features vintage firefighting equipment, memorabilia from the 1871 Chicago Fire, photographs and a gift shop.
Aurora Downtown Walking Tour
Take a self-guided tour of Aurora's historic downtown. Tour brochures are available at the Aurora Area Convention and Visitor's Bureau.
Swimming Stones
This kinetic water sculpture, created by Christian Tobin, combines art with the law of physics to enable giant stones to rock, spin and swivel on a cushion of water.
Riverfront Playhouse
This popular local theater group performs original plays, musicals, murder mysteries, comedies and children's theater.
Grand Army of the Republic Hall
Built in 1878 from funds raised by the people of Aurora, this structure was originally built as a monument to Aurora's Civil War veterans and as a shrine to their fallen comrades.
Aurora Area Architecture
The Aurora area features diverse architectural styles, including designs by Frank Lloyd Wright, Mies van der Rohe, Bruce Goff and George Grant Elmslie. The area is also home to one of the largest collections of Sears mail order homes.
Aurora Historical Society.
This local history research archives houses historic photos, books, documents and maps covering Aurora's history from the 1830s to the present. Open by appointment only.
Aurora University
This university boasts a beautiful quad, and features the Schingoethe Center and Dunham Gallery of student art.
Comfort Suites Aurora
This award-winning hotel with 82 suites offers a deluxe hot breakfast, indoor pool, fitness room, free high-speed Internet and business meeting facilities. A preferred hotel conveniently located adjacent to the Metra Station, with easy expressway access to O'Hare International Airport (ORD) & Midway International Airport (MDW). We are also located just minutes from Aurora Municipal Airport (ARR).
Oakhurst Forest Preserve
Explore the acres of woods and lakes, with scenic trails, shelters and views of Aurora and Chicago's skyline.
Luigi's House
Enjoy traditional Italian dishes and authentic Italian-trained chefs' recipes while dining in one of Luigi's rooms from his beautiful Italian villa. Banquet facilities available.
Aurora Fox Valley Inn
114 rooms, lounge, and restaurant. Laundry, large outdoor pool, and game room. Free continental breakfast.
Rocktown Adventures
Rocktown has an appreciation of the outdoors to inspire you to take on new challenges, leading to a healthier lifestyle, and ultimately helping you define your idea of outdoor recreation. They have experienced instructors that love to share their passion for the outdoors, and trip guides that know our waterways and trails like the back of their hand. They are located near an abundance of recreational assets waiting to be discovered by you.
Westfield Fox Valley Mall
More than 180 stores anchored by Macy's, Carson Pirie Scott, JC Penney and Sears.
Quality Inn - Aurora
Fifty-one rooms within walking distance of Westfield Fox Valley Mall and minutes from downtown Aurora, the Paramount Theatre, SciTech Hands-On Museum, Hollywood Casino, Two Brother's Roundhouse and antique shopping.
Hampton Inn & Suites Aurora
Near major attractions like Blackberry Farm, great golfing and shopping. Short drive to Hollywood Casino, Paramount Theatre and more. Amenities include 6,000 square foot swimming complex, kiddie pool, 2,200-gallon hot tub, exercise room and free high speed internet.
Holiday Inn Aurora
Holiday Inn Aurora North/Naperville is a new full-service hotel committed to providing the kind of service that you need and deserve. Offering all the luxury amenities you have come to expect with a warm and inviting atmosphere. We take great pride in our hospitality. Wake up to a breakfast cooked fresh to order, later enjoy a delectable dinner served in our own Kem's restaurant, Unwind in our lounge. Tired, order room service delivered hot, prompt with a smile. Enjoy our indoor heated pool and 24-hour fitness center, complimentary high-speed wireless Internet, and business center. Free parking is always available, easy access to major expressways. The Holiday Inn Aurora North/Naperville offers many inviting and inexpensive hotel package deals. Call the hotel or check our Web site for deals. Meeting and banquet space available.
Staybridge Suites - Aurora
Staybridge Suites is an all-suite, extended-stay hotel designed to make you feel more comfortable than ever before. One visit and you'll understand what we mean by Get Comfortable. Our pampered guests will enjoy the options of spacious studio suites, one bedroom suites, and two-bedroom/ two-bath suites, all with fully equipped kitchens. Wake up and enjoy our complimentary hot breakfast buffet. Midweek, we hold complimentary evening Sundowner receptions which include dinner, beer, wine and soda. The hotel has an indoor pool, hot tub and workout facility along with an outdoor sport court. A walking path from the hotel leads to the METRA station and will take you directly Downtown Chicago. Our award-winning staff awaits your arrival!
David L. Pierce Art & History Center
The Aurora Public Art Commission hosts rotating exhibits displaying a full spectrum of innovative arts. The History Center has a collection of photographs, books, maps and other memorabilia. The Museum Shop offers hand-crafted jewelry, pottery and textiles from local artists and Aurora-themed gifts.
Turf Room
Relax, this place has a winning combination of fine dining and exciting atmosphere. OTB, cozy fireplace, fine wine, gourmet burgers. American eclectic menu that changes with each season. Whether in one of their three dining rooms, lounge, wine bar or track room you're assured of a great experience. So relax and enjoy the upbeat atmosphere, friendly services and most of all the unique gastronomy.
CITY:North Aurora
Hampton Inn and Suites - Aurora
127 rooms with a 5,000 sq. ft. conf. center. 6,000 sq. ft. indoor pool complex with game room and fitness center. Free high-speed internet.
Motel 6 - Aurora
118 units convenient to I-88. Major credit cards accepted.
Candlewood Suites
This award-winning hotel with 82 suites offers a deluxe hot breakfast, indoor pool, fitness room, free high-speed Internet and business meeting facilities. Within walking distance of America's Historic Roundhouse, Hollywood Casino and Paramount Theatre. Next to Burlington Northern Railway with access to Chicago. Visit the Web site for more information.
Holiday Inn - Aurora
The new Holiday Inn Aurora offers an unique upscale experience. Our contemporary and inviting décor provides the perfect ambiance for any occasion.
Holiday Inn Aurora
Enjoy a scrumptious breakfast cooked fresh to order or try our awesome breakfast buffet, later enjoy a delectable dinner with daily specials all served in our own Kems restaurant, Unwind in our lounge or sit in front of our dazzling fire place. Tired and just want to rest order some room service delivered hot and prompt with a smile.
William Tanner House
Built in 1856, this Italianate building is home of the Aurora Historical Society and where you'll find historic photos, books, documents and maps covering Aurora's history from the 1830s to now. Tours of fully furnished home & exhibits offered. Call for hours.
New York Street Memorial Bridge
Spanning the entire Fox River, features include the circa 1930 "Memory" and "Victory" statues in honor of fallen soldiers from World War I. In 1930, Chicago sculptor Emory P. Seidel designed the original plans for the bridge. As a period publication stated, using an artist made the bridge "remarkable in its beauty and unique in its design."
Phillips Park Golf Course
The state-of-the-art golf course boasts modern features like "USGA" Greens, multiple tees, larger greens, strategically placed bunkers and water hazards, cart paths, a driving range and a three hole Junior Course. The new driving range has both "All Weather Teeing Surface" for inclement weather and a massive grass tee for a more realistic feel. Phillips Park Golf Course is a quality championship caliber golf course. With three sets of tees, the golf course ranges from 4,760 yards to 6,200 yards, providing a wide range of challenge for varying abilities.
Settler's Cottage
Tour the oldest remaining structure in the village. The home was originally owned by Montgomery's founder, Daniel Gray. A museum offers an educational history of the Village of Montgomery. Open 2nd Tuesday and 3rd Sunday of each month, 12:30-2:30 p.m. May-October.
Red Oak Nature Center
A visit to the center will help folks learn about the native plants and animals of the Fox River Valley. Interpretive center, hiking trails and tours of "Devil's Cave."
CITY:North Aurora
Baymont Inn & Suites
Minutes from such major attractions like Chicago Premium Outlet, the Paramount Theatre, Two Brothers Roundhouse, the Aurora Regional Fire Museum and Hollywood Casino Aurora. Wake up to free continental breakfast and a free issue of USA Today. Help yourself to free Wi-Fi Internet access while relaxing in your comfortable room. Head to the fitness center for a workout, then unwind with a swim in the heated indoor pool. This pet-friendly hotel offers free parking for all vehicles, and kids 17 and under stay free with an adult.
CITY:North Aurora
Staybridge Suites
All-suite hotel designed for business, leisure or relocating travelers. Spacious one-bedroom and two-bedroom two-bath suites come with complimentary hot breakfast buffet and midweek evening dinner receptions. Features indoor pool or hot tub, gym and outdoor sports court, walking distance to Metra train station to downtown Chicago and minutes from downtown Aurora.
Oklahoma! A Paramount Theatrical Production
This is the show that set the standard for all future musicals by incorporating music, lyrics and dance into a well-crafted serious story. It's also the debut collaboration of one of the most prolific writing teams in American theater history – Rodgers and Hammerstein. Set in the turn of the century Oklahoma Territory, tensions are mounting between the local farmers and cowboys over the use of land. In the midst of it all, is the rugged cowboy Curly, who's fallen for the strong-headed farm girl, Laurey. Despite their fiery spirits and at times tumultuous relationship, the two are destined to start a new life together in the soon-to-be state called Oklahoma! Nominated for 7 Tony Awards and winner of a Pulitzer Prize, this is the show that sets the standard for the 2015-16 Paramount Broadway Season. It's filled with some of the most recognized songs in theatre including "Oh, What a Beautiful Mornin'," "The Surrey with the Fringe on Top," "People Will Say We're in Love," and of course, the resounding "Ok-la-hom-a," – all performed by the Paramount's full-orchestra. Bring the entire family and experience Paramount's Oklahoma! This will be the production everyone is talking about this fall. Music by Richard Rodgers Book & Lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II Based on "Green Grow the Lilacs" by Lynn Riggs Original dances by Agnew De Mille Directed by Paramount Artistic Director Jim Corti.
Hansen's Motel
At Hansen's Motel, we offer a wide range of king, queen and double bed rooms. We also offer you the full range of amenities that you would expect in a quality motel.
Super 8 Aurora
66 rooms with hot tub suites, complimentary deluxe breakfast, free high-speed Internet, an indoor heated pool and spa, fitness room, free local calls and cable TV. Chicago Premium Outlets, Westfield Fox Valley Mall, restaurants, golf courses and other attractions are nearby.
Out of the Attic Antiques
Located next to Toys R Us, this pickers paradise is 10,000 square feet of antiques, collectibles, vintage, retro and fun stuff! 75 dealers. Open 7 days week! Mon-Sat 10-6, Sun 11-5.
Pumpkin Weekends
The Fox Valley Park District makes the glorious season of fall last a little longer with its annual Pumpkin Weekends at Blackberry Farm. During every weekend in October plus Columbus Day – nine days in all – fall is celebrated in its full glory. Families can enjoy safe and fun Halloween festivities including seasonal crafts, harvest décor and pumpkin stories!
Aurora Farmers Market Downtown
Held Saturdays, June 6 through October 17. Shop Aurora's Farmers Market for seasonal favorites! Join neighbors and enjoy the familiar flavors and weekly surprises during our 102nd Anniversary. Illinois' oldest continually-running market, proudly celebrating area history and heritage. Each week with their Healthy Growing Initiative, your shopping experience includes a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables as well as the opportunity to discover unique handcrafts, homemade breads and pastries, specialty meats, artisan cheeses, and beautiful flowers. Pick up your farm fresh produce for the week - and plan to spend some time savoring the sweetness of locally-made baked goods, snacking on fresh popcorn, or tasting delicious hot donuts! The City of Aurora Farmers Markets are more than a place to get your vegetables. An excellent way to kick off your Saturday morning with a mini-festival of socializing, food, music and much more.
West Side Story: A Paramount Theatrical Production
It's quite possibly one of the greatest love stories ever to be told in a musical. Set in the blue-collar neighborhood of New York's Upper West Side, racial tensions run high as residents try to grind out a daily living. A turf war is being fought as the Jets, a white gang, and the Sharks, a Puerto Rican gang, battle over boundaries. In the heart of the turmoil, former Jets member Tony meets Maria at a local dance. The chemistry is instantaneous, and for a few hours, there is no race, no hatred, no barriers, just two young people in love. But Maria is the sister of Sharks' leader Bernardo, and no one is going to make it easy for Tony and Maria to escape.
Kim Russo: The Happy Medium at the Paramount Theatre
She's been called a translator for the spirit world. She just recently won Best Psychic of 2015 by The Best of Long Island. But you probably know her as Kim Russo, The Happy Medium, and she's got a pretty rare talent: she can communicate with spirits. From her appearances on A&E's hit Paranormal State and The Biography Channel's Celebrity Ghost Stories to her deeply personal readings, Kim Russo has been changing the lives of celebrities and citizens alike with her shocking talent for years. Come experience Kim's other-worldly skill for yourself, live on the Paramount stage. Who knows – maybe she'll pick YOU for a reading!
A Christmas Story - The Musical at the Paramount Theatre
One of the most watched and beloved Holiday movies ever made comes to life in a full-blown musical production on the Paramount stage. It's the story of nine-year-old Ralphie Parker growing up in middle-America in the 1940s. With Christmas right around the corner, Ralphie has his bespectacled sights set on one thing – a Red Ryder BB Gun. But at every turn, the young daydreamer hears those five words that are the bane of his existence: "you'll shoot your eye out." It's a story filled with laughs, dreams, warmth and family. A story filled with a department store Santa, a Leg Lamp, a Snow Suit and friends that will never leave your side – even if your tongue is stuck to a Flag Pole. The music is energetic, unforgettable and ranges from gentle ballads to full-on show-stopping numbers. The imagery takes you back to an easier time we often long for, but the message stays the same: family, friendship, love – the holidays are nothing without them. Bring your family and celebrate the holidays with the perfect feel-good musical for the season.
Ballydoyle Irish Pub & Restaurant
From the southern midlands of Ireland to the Chicago suburbs Ballydoyle carries the tradition with classic Irish brews, excellent food and live entertainment. Irish fare, boxtys, entrees and burgers. Brews on tap, by the pint, bottle and cans. Live music, parties and events. Celebrate St. Patrick's Day all year!
Mannheim Steamroller Christmas at the Paramount Theatre
There's no better way to kick off the holiday season than with the band that changed Christmas music forever: it's Mannheim Steamroller. Helmed by Grammy-winner and musical genius Chip Davis, this world-renowned group takes your favorite songs of the season and beefs them up with their signature new age style that's been dubbed "18th century Classical Rock." With 40+ years of live performances under their cummerbunds, these guys know how to put on a show that will leave audiences in absolute awe. Get in the holiday spirit with the uplifting sounds and magical arrangements of Mannheim Steamroller.
Under the Streetlamp at the Paramount Theatre
The Boys are back in town! That's right, former castmates from Chicago's very own Jersey Boys are headed back to Aurora, and Michael x2, Chris and Shonn are bringing their stunning voices, their slick dance moves and their electrifying charm with 'em. These guys sell out the Paramount every season, and with their unforgettable show featuring your favorite Doo-Wop, Motown and old time rock-n-roll tunes (and some surprises, too), this year's no different. Retro never sounded so now – it's Under The Streetlamp.
Donny & Marie at the Paramount Theatre
From recording artists to television stars to Vegas headliners, Donny & Marie are the epitome of entertainment superstars. Just ask any of the thousands of people who saw them light up the Paramount last summer. Now, this duo is back at it in Aurora, and they're bringing the songs, the choreography and, of course, the charm. With more than 90 years in show biz between them, Donny & Marie are bringing their catalog of chart-toppers like "Puppy Love," "Paper Roses," "A Little Bit Country, A Little Bit Rock N Roll" and countless more to the stage. Add in their fun-loving personalities, high-energy style and serious dance skills, and this is one production that's a total blast for the young and young at heart. Get in on all the Osmond fun, and come see for yourself why, year-after-year, Donny & Marie are voted the best of Vegas.
The Second City: Holidazed & Confused Revue
Spend your holiday season with the funniest comedy crew in the country: Second City and their hilarious holiday show Holidazed and Confused. These guys are bringing their world-famous skits, songs and laughs to Paramount's 175-seat Copley Theatre from December 4 to 20 – and in a theatre this intimate, you're up close and personal with all that Second City fun. Get some eggnog, get out to Aurora and get ready to laugh with Second City.
Ballet Folklorico Quetzalcoatl
It's become a tradition in the Fox Valley to honor the area's rich Mexican culture with Ballet Folklorico – that tradition continues. The Ballet Folklorico celebrates the traditional Mexican folklorico with colorful costumes, wonderful music and electrifying, elegant and beautiful choreography. You'll feel your spirits rise and eyes light up as this celebrated group of artists share an important piece of their wonderful culture.
The Foundry
This is the ultimate destination for anyone who loves sports. The only sports bar with 22 projection TVs and 140 flat screen TVs. If your sport is on TV they have it! OTB, slots, shuffleboard tables, pool tables, sand volleyball, team trivia, indoor tobacco shop and lounge. Fantastic menu, MUG club and drink specials. Three separate bars and private spaces available for catered parties. Salsa dancing w lessons featured on Tuesday's and Friday's as well as Team Trivia Tuesday's and Thursday's.
Jay Leno at the Paramount Theatre
Yes, it's true. Comedy and talk show legend Jay Leno is headed to Aurora for one-night-only, and he's bringing Paramount audiences along for one of the funniest nights of the season. From performing 300 nights a year in comedy clubs to dominating the late night circuit as NBC-TV's Tonight Show host for over 17 years, Jay's Emmy-winning humor has had audiences around the world laughing for decades… and earned him a spot in the Television Hall of Fame while he's at it. Now he's bringing the jokes that made him a Rockefeller Center star right here to the Paramount, and you don't want to miss it. Here's something special: America's Got Talent finalist, CMA nominee and recording artist Emily West is kicking off this awesome night with her amazing songs. Get ready for this rising star to light up the stage.
Terry Fator
After he won Season 2 of America's Got Talent, Terry Fator's career in singing, dancing, comedy and mind-blowing ventriloquism skyrocketed… and now's your chance to experience his endless talents live in Aurora for one-night-only. Be prepared to laugh, cheer and be amazed by Terry Fator. This guy's known for selling out shows in Vegas, he sold out the Paramount last time, and he'll do it again.
The Rat Pack at the Paramount Theatre
World-renowned actor and comedian Buddy Hackett was a lifelong friend of the Rat Pack. Together, those five guys were the epitome of cool, ruling the Las Vegas strip and creating a smooth style that's still emulated today. Now, years later, Buddy's son Sandy Hackett and his crew of crooners are bringing the boys' timeless Vegas show to the Paramount stage, reminding everyone that the Rat Pack is still one of the hottest acts around. Critics have been saying it for years; with Sandy's personal connection to Frank, Dean, Sammy and Joey, this show is the closest you'll ever get to seeing the boys back under the stage lights.
Josh Turner at the Paramount Theatre
People magazine calls him one of Country's Hottest Stars. His debut single "Long Black Train" went gold. The Associated Press says he's "among the most effective – and most hard-core country – performers of his generation." His hit "Why Don't We Just Dance" was literally the most-played song of 2010. It's no wonder Josh Turner is one of the youngest members of the Grand Ole Opry. And this season, he's bringing his unmistakable baritone voice, double-platinum songwriting skills and dazzling country charm to Aurora. Don't miss this CMA and Grammy nominee when he rocks the stage with No.1 songs like "Your Man," "All Over Me" and "Time is Love," plus tons more off his five history-making albums. And opening for Josh is MCA Recording Artists and rising star Raquel Cole.
Jack Hanna's Into the Wild Live at the Paramount Theatre
Bring the family for a wild afternoon with "Jungle" Jack Hanna and his animal pals! From lions to lemurs, gorillas to geckos and everything in between, everyone's favorite animal expert has brought the wonder of the animal kingdom to multiple generations, introducing furry, feathery and just plain fascinating creatures on The Late Show with David Letterman, Good Morning America and The Ellen DeGeneres Show. He's hosted his own Emmy-winning educational and entertaining TV programs like Animal Adventures and Into the Wild. And now, Jungle Jack's bringing his hat, his khakis and his coolest friends to Aurora.
Hairspray: The Broadway Musical at the Paramount Theatre
Tracy Turnblad is a plus-size teen with plus-size hair, and she has one big plus-size dream – to dance her way onto Baltimore's smash hit TV show, "The Corny Collins Show." Every day after school, she and best friend Penny bee-line home to watch the cool kids shake the rafters to the hottest tunes on Collins' program. When a dance slot opens on the show, Tracy gets help from her friend Seaweed, who puts enough groove in her step to win that dream role – and life is never the same again. But Tracy doesn't rest on her stardom, instead she uses her new celebrity to racially integrate the TV show and change the lives of Baltimore folks forever. Based on the John Waters hit movie, Hairspray is a high-octane ride with thrilling choreography, rockin' tunes and explosively colorful costumes – plus some really cool hairdos. More importantly, under all the glitz, Hairspray reminds us of the importance of individuality and the acceptance of one another: a wonderful message to share with everyone.
Frank Caliendo at the Paramount Theatre
From his countless appearances on The Late Show with David Letterman to his hilarious segments on Fox NFL Sunday to his 11-year tenure on MADtv, Chicago-born Frank Caliendo is a comedic genius. His impressions of celebrities like Charles Barkley, Al Pacino and Bill Clinton are dead-on. His jokes will have you in stitches. And his high-energy style has the Hollywood Reporter calling him "a combination of Robin Williams and Jim Carrey." Whether you're a sports fan, a political analyst or you just love to laugh, you don't want to miss Frank Caliendo live at the Paramount.
God Save the Queen at the Paramount Theatre
These guys are packing Queen's biggest hits like "We Are the Champions," "Bohemian Rhapsody" and "Somebody to Love" into one huge set, and they're doing it with all that over-the-top theatricality that made Queen one of the best-known bands in music history. From the incredible lighting to the epic anthems to lead singer Pablo Padin's spot-on resemblance (both in voice and looks) to the late, great Freddie Mercury, God Save the Queen will rock you.
STOMP at the Paramount Theatre
There's a reason STOMP sold out every single show they played at the Paramount last time they were in town. Now's your chance to experience the most successful off-Broadway creation of all time, back in Aurora. STOMP is an inventive, energizing and downright electrifying spectacle that blends dance, music, percussion and theatricals into one gigantic rhythm that will have your heart pounding. After these guys come through town, you'll never look at paint cans, plumbing fixtures or even the kitchen sink the same. Get ready to get STOMP'd.
Culture Stock
A social venture that operates as a hub for cultural activities and community programs while serving as a used book and media reseller, offering a full line of books and media (music, movies, etc) for adults and children.
Peter & Paul at the Paramount Theatre
Join Peter & Paul for a night of gorgeous harmonies, positive messages and hits like "Puff, The Magic Dragon," "Where Have All the Flowers Gone?" and "Leaving on a Jet Plane" that transcend generational boundaries, inspiring millions of Americans over the last five decades. As core members of Peter, Paul & Mary, they transformed folk music into a powerful language that spoke to the masses. They soundtracked the Civil Rights movement, the anti-war scene and an entire era of social change. They've won five Grammys and made it on the Billboard Top 10 list six times over. And they're celebrating over 50 years of positivity, talent and activism right here at the Paramount.
Pomegranate Restaurant
America is obsessed with bacon, which is why Pomegranate Restaurant's bacon waffle just makes so much sense. If bacon's not your thing but waffles still are, try their pomegranate waffle–it comes with their pomegranate sauce and it's amazing. Another great thing about this place, aside from their fresh ingredients, is that they serve breakfast all day. Late risers, rejoice! You can get breakfast and a mimosa at 4:00 p.m. Don't let breakfast bias keep you from ordering off the lunch and dinner menus. All of their food is amazing!
Premium seafood and steak with a touch of Mexico! All the flavors from Mexico are mixed to give our food a unique and authentic flavor.
Fairbanks Steakhouse
The Aurora Area's Culinary Champion for best steak! The setting and ambiance are 1930's classic Hollywood, but the culinary experience is fine contemporary dining. With USDA prime beef and delicious seafood creations, plus rich pastas, fresh salads, and an award-winning selection of wine, it's no wonder Fairbanks was named Best Casino Fine Dining Restaurant by the readers of "Midwest Gaming & Travel."
The Patio
We take great pride in using only the finest quality ingredients that are preservative and filler-free, and freshly-prepared the old-fashioned way. We never cut corners! Our famous Barbecue Ribs and Rotisserie Chicken are always cooked fresh throughout the day, and our signature smoked meats – sliced Beef Brisket, Pulled Pork, and Pulled Turkey – are seasoned and slow-cooked for hours. We make our own soups from scratch daily and we even grind and patty our own hamburgers. The way we do things may require extra effort, but we believe you can really taste the difference! For over 35 years, we continue to follow the same philosophy – quality, value, exceptional service and delicious barbecue!
Cruisin' Waves Boat Rental
Located at Mastodon Lake at Phillips Park. Cruisin' Waves is proud to present to the public Go-Float electric boats. Come on out and bring the family and enjoy this unique form of recreation and entertainment on the water! Open daily 12 pm - 7 pm Wednesday - Sunday (weather permitting). Regular boat rental pricing is $25/half hour.
Luigi's House
Luigi's House invites you to come and experience true Italian cooking and casual dining in the various rooms of Luigi's home. Themed dining spaces include the kitchen, pottery room (with twinkling lights), library, or the landscaped patio. Inside Luigi's House is Julian's Piano Bar, which offers live entertainment three nights per week, great Martini's and appetizers.
All Spoked Up
All Spoked Up has the best variety of kids, cruisers, road, mountain, fixed gear and BMX bicycles, along with the highest quality and best price service/rep.
Raimondo's Pizza & Pub
Two-time Culinary Champion Raimondo's pizzas and pastas are the best pizza and the best ethnic restaurant in the Aurora Area according to our local mayors. Handcrafted pizza pies, sauces and sandwiches made to order. Each pie dough is rolled by hand and made to order. Salivate over the menu. Experience the best when you experience Raimondo's!
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Cock-A-Doodle Brew Fest
A one-of-a-kind festival celebrating craft beer, wings and live music and benefiting Operation Support our Troops. The inaugural event will be held at the Hollywood Casino in downtown Aurora from 12 pm-4 pm. Cock-A-Doodle Brew Fest will be offering an atmosphere like no other. Breweries from around the United States will be available for tastings and a variety of food will be available for purchase. For entertainment, a solid lineup of local bands will be playing, such as Rick Lindy and the Wild Ones, Evolution Rock Band and 7th Heaven Band. (Must be 21)


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Just in time to put a damper on your Labor Day barbecue, the latest edition of Consumer Reports Magazine hit newsstands yesterday with the cover story, "How Safe is Your Ground Beef?" Our two-word summary: Not very.
Sometimes it sucks and is unfair. Sometimes awful, unthinkable things happen. We can not expect the world to think of every terrible possibility and walk on eggshells to avoid triggering our nightmares.
There are no eloquent words to describe the pain of losing a child. It is unending. It feels exactly as you would imagine it would, but worse
Enjoy the moments with your children. Try not to take things too seriously. Remember that things can change in an instant.
In its Policy Assessment for the Review of the Ozone National Ambient Air Quality Standards report--released Friday--the U.S. Environmental Protection...
Just like New Orleans' infamous sea wall, Gov. Snyder's drought of action in Detroit is rising to Katrina-levels of neglect.
The food you eat is the biggest socio-political decision you make each day. However, conditions and treatment of animals is not only a moral issue. Animal treatment has a direct impact on the health of American consumers.
Clearly the contamination of recreational waters and key venues is a big concern. But when you go, do you know that you could leave your E. coli behind? And what does that mean in regard to your health?
Is it acceptable that an accidental spillage in the kitchen refrigerator or the incorrect handling or cooking of meat at a restaurant can now result in a life-threatening -- yet entirely preventable -- antibiotic-resistant disease? Well, Big Ag seems to think so.
We decided to analyze outbreak data to answer the question: What are the riskiest -- and the safest -- meat and poultry products? Which foods are most likely to make us sick and cause the most severe cases of illness?
Deadly outbreaks of foodborne illnesses have been all too common in recent years, from salmonella-tainted peanut butter to E. coli in vegetables. We now have a real opportunity to reverse this disturbing trend, if we do it the right way.
Have you ever noticed that the USDA recommends that steaks and roasts be cooked to 145° while ground beef should be cooked to 160°? Have you ever wondered why there is a difference? After all, beef is beef -- right?
I've known for a long time that chicken can be toxic, but an April article in the New York Times showed that almost half of the chicken in grocery stores is contaminated by E coli, which researchers say is an indicator of fecal contamination.
You may be unaware of a small produce-testing program tucked away at USDA. At a cost of only $4.5 million a year, it's one of the most efficient and successful uses of taxpayer dollars; and yet, it's been zeroed out of the 2013 budget.
Food poisoning: If you've ever had it, and you probably have once in your life, your skin just crawled. Sorry.
Testing is not true prevention, and we still have a long way to go toward cleaning up the industrialized meat system. It also doesn't make ground beef completely safe or, for that matter, healthy. But it's a start.


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T5 Lighting is not only a simple and effective way to save money, it's also eco-responsible. Using the T5 retrofit adapter eliminates the need to replace existing fixtures, saving billions of fixtures and ballasts from going into landfills.
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While Cornell University continues denying that it received any money from the Pentagon to pay for its study of emotional manipulation on Facebook, turns out that it is taking Defense Department dollars to conduct similar studies.
According to a story published online by The Atlantic, the Pentagon is paying Cornell researchers to conduct "analysis of social network posts for "sentiment," i.e. how people are feeling, in the hopes of identifying social "tipping points."
The list of "tipping points" on the website for the Pentagon's Minerva Initiative includes "the 2011 Egyptian revolution, the 2011 Russian Duma elections, the 2012 Nigerian fuel subsidy crisis and the 2013 Gazi park protests in Turkey."
Why is the military so interested in identifying these tipping points? The Minerva Initiative website offers this explanation:
The Department of Defense is interested in innovative frameworks and new data that may assist policymakers in developing improved methods for anticipating and identifying potential areas of unrest, instability, and conflict. Insights may inform strategic thinking about resource allocation for defense efforts and humanitarian aid as well as insights for national policy and engagement with both state and non-state actors….
For those unfamiliar with the globalist jargon, "non-state actors" are individuals and groups not associated with official governments. In other words: you and I.
It isn't difficult to see how the Defense Department would be able to target potential rebels for special social media surveillance. How often have you posted anti-administration memes or messages to your various social media accounts? If you have, then you are now a non-state actor that could be identified as a "potential area of unrest, instability, and conflict."
A quick review of the information available on that website reveals a chilling effort by the U.S. military to learn precise methods of using social media to manipulate the emotions of people around the world, knowing just when to deploy troops to quell potential uprisings.
For example, the military wants scientists to study "group identifiers" that will help it learn when users might move from simple belief in something to mobilizing in defense of that thing.
Another current study funded by the military as part of its Minerva Initiative looks at what social media posts can reveal about a person's stability and resistance to rebellion.
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The last couple of weekends I have been a bit naughty by drinking too much alcohol and taking some drugs (not bodybuilding related). Not only this but the day after my eating all goes to pot as I have to force stuff down me. I am alright during the week. Today though I have noticed my fat has gone up a bit and I am determined to cut this out now! My strength has somehow still been rising so hopefully I can stop without too much loss.
I just need to know I am not the only one who goes through bad periods coz I was maybe thinking I am not disciplined enough for bodybuilding.
My only worry is christmas is coming up and new year and i've got to limit myself as much as possible and have no drugs at all! easier said than done when I am surrounded by them.


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A: You
will need to put all 4 trays as close to the sides as possible, leaving a
space down the center of the tank. It would be best if you place the powerhead directly on the bottom
of the tank, aiming the stream of water down the center of the tank. Do not use the foot or suction cups on the powerhead at all. The
heater will then have to go along the short end near the powerhead. It
will be tight, but it is possible. The sponge filter can be bent if need
am doing the sediment mixture, between-tank experiment. How do you want
the average plant height recorded?
A: We
need to know which trays have 75% sand/25% soil and which have 25%
sand/75% soil in order to use your data. It would be best if you labeled
each tray as 1,2,3, or 4 in tank B. Then when you send the plant height
data, average only the 2 that are alike. Otherwise, the experiment's
results will not be clear.
example, if trays B1 and B2 were 75% sand/25% soil and had heights of 1
inch and 1.2 inches respectively, the average would be 1.1 inches for 75%
sand/25% soil. Then if trays B3 and B4 were 25% sand/75% soil and had
heights of 0.6 and 0.8 inches respectively, the average would be 0.7
inches for 25% sand/75% soil. You can just write the averages below
instead of in the box all the way to the right. Make sure to indicate the
type of sediment mixture each tray contains.
am missing some pieces of equipment. Who should I contact?
Q: How do I remove the seeds from the pods?
A: At
least one day before you want to plant the seeds, break each pod into
several pieces. Squeeze out the seeds and gelatinous substance that
encases them into a jar of cold water. Place this jar in the refrigerator
until you need them. The gelatin will break down in about 24 hours. You
can then pour the contents of the jar through a coffee filter placed in a
large beaker or plastic container, or you can pour the water out of the
jar (the seeds sink) and then dump the seeds onto a paper towel. Divide
the entire amount of seeds into 8 parts (easiest way is to divide the pile
in half, then each of those piles in half, etc) and proceed as in the
Q: Why
do I need to fill out the "Experiment
Diagram and Growth Chamber Set-up" form?
A: This
form tells us how your tank has been set-up for your experiment. For
example: If you are performing a light time experiment, this form will
tell us that Tank A receives 24 hours of light and Tank B receives 12
hours of light. Without this sheet, we cannot use your data. Make sure to
fax this sheet to (410) 260-8859.
Q: How
long does it take for the seeds to germinate?
A: The time it takes for germination depends on the temperature of the water.
Make sure to turn your lights on as soon as possible. If your seeds have
not germinated after 2 weeks of the lights being on, let us know.
Q: The
water in my tank is very cloudy. I can barely see the trays. What can I
A: Turn
your powerhead off for several days to a week. The particulates in the
water will drop out and the water should become clear.
Q: The
seeds are in water. How do I divide them?
A: Just
before you are ready to use them to plant, decant the water carefully off
of the seeds and use a spoon to divide them into 8 equal portions. You can
also pour the water and seeds onto filter paper to strain the seeds and
then divide them into 8 equal portions.
Q: How
many cups of sand should we set aside for the planting of seeds?
A: This depends on which project you are doing. For wild
celery, set aside 24 cups of sand before you mix the sediment. Mix
each of the 8 seed portions with 1 cup of sand and sprinkle on the
sediment surface. Use and additional 2 cups of sand to cover the
seed layer. For sago pondweed, set aside 12 cups of sand before you
mix the sediment. Use two cups of sand per tray to cover the
sediment mixture.
hours of light? Don't plants need a period of no light (Calvin Cycle) to
undergo photosynthesis?
A: No, they don't. The "Dark Cycle" is somewhat of a misnomer. The
metabolic activities described by the D.C. are carried on all the time;
it's just that in nature they are a greater proportion of the total
activity when there is no light.
Q: When
measuring the plant height, we took the average height of ten randomly
selected plants. Is this OK?
A: That
is a much better technique, really. We considered asking teachers to do
that, but it takes more time and raises a lot of questions about how to
make the randomization technique consistent between schools.
Unfortunately, unless you are consistent with the activities of others,
your data may not be comparable. Why don't you measure greatest height in
addition to what you are doing and compare the results. We could put your
report on the web site for other teachers to learn from. This might make a
good student activity.
Q: The
nitrates in one of our tanks are close to zero and I know that a certain
level of nitrates is needed for plant growth. Should we add any fertilizer
(want kind and how?) to equalize the two tanks?
A: Having
a nitrate level close to zero doesn't mean your water is low in nutrients.
Nitrogen exists in many forms in water, and the primary source used by
plants is ammonium. Even if the water had no nitrogen whatsoever, the
plants could still grow fine using the nitrogen they extract from your
nutrient rich potting mixture. Adding nutrients will stimulate algae
growth, and would probably have little or no effect on plant growth.
do you suspect your tanks are different? Challenge your students to come
up with some potential reasons. At first it seems counterintuitive that
the tank with more sand and less topsoil has higher nitrate levels, but
from the comment that there are twice as many plants in the high sand tank
and from seeing that the pH and Hardness are higher in the high sand tank,
I suspect that the plants are having a greater effect on the water quality
in this tank and may be consuming the nitrates, thus removing them from
the water (see our new Web page "pH, Hardness and Nitrogen
Information"). Since your initial water quality data showed 5 mg/l
Nitrate, any level lower than that must have been occurring as a result of
visiting Forbush School and Aberdeen Middle, I saw that several of the
tanks were very off-color. We immediately set up our own, identical system
to see where the problem came from. It seems as if the topsoil brand we
used has a lot of fine particulates in it. If your layer of sand is thin
enough to expose topsoil when the trays are submerged, some of the topsoil
will mix with the water and discolor it, possibly to the point where you
can barely see your trays. If this happens, turn off your powerhead for
two days to let the particulates settle out.
prevent this problem, be sure to completely cover your topsoil with sand
before submerging your trays. It�s important not to bury the seeds too
deeply, but up to 1/4 inch of sand can be used without harming the seeds.
Q: Our Ground Fault Interrupter kept tripping when we
set everything up.
found the same problem� as each new thing was turned on, the surge
protector would trip. Once everything was hooked up, though, it was fine.
Try plugging everything into the strip with the strip switched off, and
then turn the strip on.
The sand has left a gray film on and in the water. Is this a problem, and
do I need to clean the sand particles from the filter?
A: The
gray film from the sand is nothing to worry about. It will settle out over
time and won�t affect the plants at all. The filters should be cleaned
according to the instructions on the package they came; a simple rinse
under luke warm water once per week.
For more information, contact
Mark Lewandowski 410-260-8634.
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Ever since my discovery of the irresistible homemade yogurt (post coming soon!), i hardly eat anything else for breakfast anymore. Granted, i don't just eat yogurt for breakfast, there's always something else after that but nothing too big a serving. Usually, it'd be just a bun or two, or a bowl of muesli with fruits or scrambled eggs on toast or .. well, you get the drift. ;)
But because the sight of the ripened, almost black if you must, bananas was really quite an eyesore, i knew i had to do something about it, stat.
Banana cake was out of the question. Enough of boring ol' banana cake though i love it to death. I needed something new. So off to the bookshelves i went. After flipping just one book, banana pancakes seemed to appeal quite a bit, especially when i can use all 7 bananas with just this one recipe!
Simply brilliant i tell you!
Banana Pancakes (Fritters) with Chocolate and Almond
serves 4
300g (2 cups) plain flour
3 tsp baking powder
125g (2/3 cup) brown sugar
250ml (1 cup) buttermilk
2 eggs
4 ripe bananas, mashed
20g butter – i omitted
2-3 bananas, extra, sliced lengthways, to serve
toasted almond flakes, to serve
chocolate sauce, to serve
1. Place the flour, baking powder, sugar, buttermilk, eggs and bananas in a large bowl and mix to combine. Heat a large non stick frying pan over medium heat.
2. Add the butter and pour 1/3 cups of the batter into the pan and cook in batches until bubbles appear on the surface. Turn the fritters or pancakes and cook for 1 minute or until golden brown.
3. Repeat with the remaining batter.
4. Serve in stacks layered with the extra banana and topped with almond flakes and chocolate.
(adapted from Donna Hay – Simple Essentials, fruit)
Alternately, feel free to replace the chocolate sauce with maple syrup or honey, which i did because methinks these pancakes actually marry better with maple syrup than the chocolate sauce. But then, that's just me. :)
Just eat the pancakes plain.
Yup, that's right. Eat them PLAIN. I'm dead serious about it. These pancakes were that good!
They kinda reminds me of Kuih Kodok, which i can't find in any restaurants/road side stalls anymore these days. Because there were still a few left on that particular day (they were rather filling!), i just stored them in the fridge (air tight) and heat it up the next day as mid-morning snack. The boys couldn't be more pleased and even fought for them but being the mean and greedy mommy as usual, i secretly ate 1 whole piece before distributing the rest among them. HEEEEE!


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Dancing Babies
Technically not a printed "series" because they are all different, the "Dancing Babies" seem to dance on that precarious line between life or death. All the babies hide behind masks as though it doesn't matter if they are one of the living or the dead babies.
There are two body types, printed two directions, with several different color combinations. Each of the four heads are printed both directions, some flocked, and the colors were tweaked a bunch during the run.
Each baby comes with 6 pieces: two arms, two legs, a torso, and a head.
They are each attached with velcro and therefore pose-able.
Collect them all.
Each part has at least 3 colors, with most of them having thrice that many pulls.
Hand cut. (my fingers ache just looking at them)
16″x14″(ish.. depending on their pose)
$40. (3 for $100)


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Alabama's British Car Festival to celebrate Triumph TR's 60th anniversary
The scenic campus of Faulkner State Community College in Fairhope, Alabama, right in the heart of an artist village, will host this year's British Car Festival on Saturday, October 26.
Now in its 23rd year, this event is hosted by the South Alabama British Car Club, and is a Popular Choice run show. This year, they are observing the 60th anniversary of the introduction of Triumph's TR line, so there will be plenty of TR's among the usual array of 100-plus British cars; in the past, such cars as an HRG, Jensen CV8, Aston Martin DB5, Gordon Keeble, Marcos GT and Daimler SP250 have shown up.
Fairhope is located on the Gulf, between Mobile and Pensacola, Florida. Admission to the festival is free to the public; proceeds go to the South Alabama Birdfest organization. For more information, visit SABCC.org.


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National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) Chairman Jane Chu announced plans to award 66 Our Town grants totaling $5.073 million and reaching 38 states in the Our Town program's fourth year of funding. Washington, DC is pleased to host one of those projects with funding recommended to Northeast DC for a total of $73,000.
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The "Genius Drug" Everyone Wants
You Won't Believe What This Shadow in the Sea Is!
30 Convenient Ideas You Never Knew You Wanted
21 Plastic Surgery Disasters
10 Of The Most Fascinating Snake Facts
The Hairiest Girl in the World
People Usually Fall Out Of Love For These 12 Reasons
12 Real People Who Look Just like Cartoon Characters
Prepare to Have Your Mind Blown
6 Strange but True X-Rays
15 Craziest Things Ever Spotted on Google Earth Images
What One Woman Discovered Inside a Thrift Store Locket Will Horrify You
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