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Multiservice 24/7
Experienced household repair experts Multiservice 24-7 is a local, family-run business specialising in plumbing, drainage, drain unblocking, cleaning, locksmith and handyman services. We take great pride in providing a first class service so you can expect the highest level of workmanship when you choose us. We also carry out painting and decorating, and post-building cleaning work. We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Sole trader
Hi im general builder working at construction industry. My priority is to get the job done in a 100% satisfaction and recommendation from the client. I have 15 years of experience in general building sector and in this period of time has developed many work. Cooperation with many subcontractors as well as performing their own work and manages building projects for developers. It has own transportation, tools, and brigade. The work of small and bigger in collaboration with professional groups.
Clean & Tidy UKCertificate of Excellence 2015
We clean everything ranging from offices, hospitals, schools, houses, flats, parks, laboratories, warehouses to public toilets. All our employees are fully vetted and CRB checked which means once they've finished cleaning your property you still have your property left in your property.
Property Maintenance and Handyman Services
We provide both a property maintenance and handyman services to individuals and companies. Covering full redecorating of houses down to house repairs. We work at covering all aspects of people's needs. Also work with others to share resources.
Innovation PHE services limited
We are a family run Plumbing, Heating, Electrical & general building company. Specialising in all domestic and commercial projects. With over 30 years experience.
Fields decorating
Fields decorating is a family run company we have fully qualified painter/decorators offering domestic an commercial decorating including coving,wallpaper hanging,flooring all types an general maintenance at very reasonable rates.
Phoenix Restore
Phoenix Restore is a well established family company who will professionally deep clean your carpets or upholstery using professional equipment using natural products which leave your home smelling fresh and healthier and leave no dirt attracting residues and non toxic so safe for your family and pets.In our two day deep end of tenancy clean I guarantee your full deposit back on the cleanliness of the property . We also offer our plumbing services and also mould remediation services. Driveways and patios/decking power washed using on board water supply and a petrol power washer so no running up your electric or water bills.
FLCQ build LTD
Services at a glance FLCQ Build Ltd can work from owner supplied construction documents or assist the owner in the selection of the appropriate design professionals We work with all members of the team in evaluating design ideas, estimating budget, as well as offering cost saving suggestions. We work diligently to create a realistic schedule driven by your need to begin using your new space as soon as possible. You don't have all the time in the world or an endless supply of funds. We get that. What you do have is a project to complete. Choosing the right company Your home project is not always easy. At FLCQ Build Ltd, we pride ourselves on simplifying the decision making process and providing dedicated support to our clients. We understand that your home is your haven and is typically the largest and most important purchase you will make in your lifetime. Our goal is to provide a service that meets your goals, needs and desires. We pride ourselves on the quality of work and service we are able to offer our customers We realise the potential stress involved in having people working on your property so we do our utmost to keep our customers up to date with all developments. We also make sure we offer a building service which is not only first class in terms of finish but also understands that a high level of customer service should be at the center of any project. Our team of builders are friendly and conscientious and always try to put our customers first.
plan build live
Our wide range of skills helps you with large or small projects from Gardening to Landscaping to Home renovations or Rear or side extensions we can help you plan & make your wishes a reality & We offer a service which allows trades men to help your project asap after a quick telephone consultation . We are also lucky enough to have trades men who live and work in London, Manchester, Marlborough, and Cornwall. We do not over charge and are very competitive and responsive and respectful
Peynt Limited
Whether it is one room or the entire house, a modern or a period property, you are safe in the hands of our highly trained and qualified staff. What marks us out from our competitors is that we properly prepare surfaces before decorating. Peynt Limited never cut corners. Our aim is to help your house look great, and stay that way. At Peynt Limited we put you first. If you have particular needs we endeavour to meet them, such as working overnight or at weekends to hit a particular deadline. And once the job is done we ask you go give us detailed feedback so that we can always be improving what we do. We work with a whole range of partners, from architects to interior designers, from expert builders to property developers. Often, a project can require a range of skills alongside painting and decorating such as plastering and carpentry. The right craftsmen in the right team deliver the quality you need.
Brickson Construction Ltd
Brickson Construction is a construction company with vast expertise in residential and commercial development. Located in London, we have been committed to delivering professionalism and cost efficiency to each and every project for over 15 years. Brickson Construction delivers unparalleled craftsmanship, professionalism and value backed by a strong standard of work. During the last decade we've asked many clients what is important for them (in addition to good quality, on time and within budget). Almost all of them explained the utmost importance of establishing good relationships prior to undertaking the project; forming a friendship enables a mutual level of trust between both parties enabling the project to proceed as smoothly as possible. Whether you are building from scratch, renovating or redecorating, creating a beautiful home takes time and commitment. With its experience, Brickson provides exceptional aesthetically and structurally sound solutions often to unique design challenges. Quality is important to us, and Brickson has long dedicated itself to meeting the highest possible performance standards.
J&A Flawless Clean
We provide domestics and commercial cleaning along with handy men and removal services with excellence.
Burchington drives & patios
Our company has grown to become a respected local paving contractor. Our attention to detail, unrivalled value and customer service ensures a high referral rate. Over the years we have garnered a strong local reputation. What does that mean for you "the customer?" Simple - if you decide to engage us as your contractor we can assure you of a first class job using the best materials and techniques within your budget. Many customers can attest to our excellence in quality - affordability - professionalism! We do not charge up-front fees. You pay for the work when it is complete and to your full satisfaction. We provide a full spectrum paving and landscaping service throughout Romford and Essex. Our skilled craftsmen possess extensive knowledge and experience in the design and installation of: Driveways, Patios, Decking, Walls, Fences, Landscaping and much much more. Peace Of Mind Guarantee Relax in the knowledge that all of our work is fully guaranteed. We offer a no-quibble guarantee. We guarantee the materials and the workmanship for a minimum of 60 Months. *Terms and conditions apply, ask your representative for details. In addition, we carry full Public Liability Insurance protecting you and us against all eventualities whilst we are on site.
Cugini Construct Limited
We are the best opportunity for construction whit the best price from the market!
Call Out UK
Call Out specialise in managing Insurance quotes, property claim agreements & repairs handled in one great service completely free to the customer. We are Specialists in Insurance Related Property Repairs: *Water Damage Restoration *Flood Damage Repair *Interior Damage Repair *Storm Damage Repair *Fire Damage Restoration *Overflowing Drain Repair *Malicious Damage Repair *Vehicle Impact Repair We ALWAYS aim for 100% Customer Satisfaction. Call Out UK also offer general property and building repairs services and maintenance. Please call for any enquiries or free advice on your repair or project. 02081082660 07572437548
RTB Decor
Property Refurbishment and Maintenance
Painting and decorating in london.get your professional painter here ,we have over10 years if experience,we have the skills needed to make a brilliant finish.
County Decorators
We are a small family firm of local painters and decorators with over 30 years experience in and around Central London and Essex. Residential and Commercial. Interior and exterior.
Www.londonpaintcompany.co.uk refurbishmentcompany.london
The London Plastering Company is a newly merged company with a dedicated team of professional tradespersons. Between us we have over thirty years of experience. Our staff are committed to providing best possible service. Plaster Mould Specialists LondonAll employees of London Plastering Company will strictly adhere to our Code of Conduct and Health and Safety Policy. When you get asked to do bigger jobs there is only one thing to do and that is to call London Plastering Company. We pride ourselves on having links to the most specialist personnel and that is what guarantees the successful completion of all our work. Not only have we found great surveyors, but we have managed to find great people who also speak plain English which we can all understand. We understand, that any works to be carried out in your home are stressful, so we do all we can to minimize hassle and stress that it can cause. In most cases, things on site will change during the build. We want to give you confidence in that process, so that you can concentrate on enjoying the results. SuniWe are also members of the UK Consumer Protection Agency which is to protect you the customer and genuine businesses from rouge traders. They provide our customers with easy access to a community of professional, vetted and monitored businesses, and those whose services are checked on an ongoing basis. Plaster Mould Specialists LondonWe hope you will take time to investigate the rest of our website to discover examples of the many projects and services which we have delivered throughout London and its neighbouring counties.
Call Out LTD
We at Call Out specialise in managing Property Insurance QUOTES & REPAIRS in one great service completely FREE to the customer. From Water and Fire Damage Restoration to Malicious Damage Repair, we pride ourselves in always aiming for 100% customer satisfaction. Please Call Us at 0208 108 2660 or +44 7572 437 548 or Visit our website (www.call-out.co.uk) for more information.
R and R Property Maintenance
We offer highly professional refurbishment advice. Our Team of experienced tradesmen have a wide range of skills such as carpentry, tiling, painting, decorating and flooring so that we can offer our clients a fully comprehensive refurbishment service.
Cherry Construction
Cherry Construction are a family run business based in Romford, Luton and Bedford We provide Professional and cost effective Building solutions.
S&J painting and building services
We are a family run business with more than 20 years experience in all types of general building and painting and decorating trades
KZ PCSCertificate of Excellence 2015
KZ PCS is a professional company and our clients can be assured of an efficient, integrated and professional service at every stage of the project - from inception and planning through to completion. All work and materials are fully guaranteed. On any stage of the project you have one KZPCS Team instead of many uncontrollable subcontractors. On a daily basis our client receives updates of the project's progress. With years of experience we are committed to deliver a top quality product and service, carrying out a wide variety of work from small domestic projects to larger commercial undertakings. Our team of friendly hard working builders take the job seriously and handle with care. We aim to give you the best possible product with our promise that every project goes as smoothly and stress-free as possible, no matter the size. We are happy to provide you with a free quote and professional advice. Call us today.
South Essex Maintenance Ltd
Looking for an experienced domestic or commercial building maintenance contractor who can deliver top-notch work on time and without hassle? Then you've found your company. At South Essex Maintenance Ltd, we know that every job we do is a huge investment for you, or your company and that you want it done quickly and right. Our experienced staff is ready to work with you every step of the way, from the initial planning stages to the finishing touches. Providing you with superior customer service is a priority at South Essex Maintenance Ltd. We want you to know that we take your project seriously and well work hard to build a lasting and trusting relationship with you. We welcome your ideas and want a share in the vision you have for your property/building.
Sarah Parker Interiors
From beautifully handmade curtains, blinds, pelmets, headboards to cushions; remote controlled curtain tracks to poles; re-upholstering; headboards to lights; colour schemes; fabric; wallpaper; furniture; flooring; accessories; doors; windows; cornice and coving; tiles; panelling; bespoke kitchens, bathroom and bedroom furniture; walk-in wardrobes; AV systems, home cinemas and home automation; loft conversions; basements; to sourcing antiques or that one unique piece. We provide the complete package.
JJ'S Quality Decoratots
We are a decorating company who specialise in internal,external,commercial and industrial Works, We are clean tidy and hard working.
Handyman 4 You
Freelance Handyman with services in gardening, carpentry, painting and decorating, computers, upholstery. Started off doing local jobs around home town then began to reach out to other clients further afield.
Hawkeye Aerial Cameras
Commercial, Construction, Architectural, Civils and Property Photography Capturing Hi-Level & Aerial imagery, Building surveys, Building Thermography & Verified across the Built Environment / Construction / Real Estate - Quietly, Safely and Cost Effectively, where UAV's cannot (legally) fly. + The sourcing of historical aerial images (1940's-present day) . + Building Thermography (Thermal Imaging) for Residential Heat Loss surveys) Specialising in Residential properties and the built environment, from Aerials to Hi-Level, Ground Level & Interiors and have been shooting property across the South East since 1996. Problem building façades, roofs & installations, via Hi-Level imagery: Photo, Video, Thermal Imaging, 3D Laser scan surveys. Established in 1996, concentrating on Aerial Photography & Targeted Hi-Level (24m) Mast imagery - a platform for a variety of camera systems, ideally suitable across Construction, Civil's, Property or Legal sectors and their associated disciplines, and increasingly across the Environmental & Sustainability sectors, where clients gain optimum elevated views of hidden installations or require ' Line of Sight ' applications. - Facilitator for Hi-Level Thermal Imaging and 3D Laser Scan surveys for construction professionals. - Line of Sight (LoS) / Proposed Views / Roof Apex's by High-Power Spotlight or Flag markers - Pre-site acquisition appraisals, Speculative and Overviews - Building/roof dilapidation & Insurance claim surveys (No scaffolding) - 2D visual backdrops for inserting into 3D models - Town Planning, Transport, Urban & Farm developments - Site progress & Environmental Contamination - Flooding, Flood Mitigation and pipeline schemes - Green ideas, Renewables, Sustainable Features & Rural developments - Brownfield views - Before & after Remediation - Boundary disputes / Legal evidence / Rights of light - Commercial & residential property sales - Building Thermography utilised to locate External & internal problems, from underfloor heating to damp walls, insulation / cold & damp problems in houses plus Hi-level Aerial Thermography for the detection for Water Leaks/heat Loss on inaccessible roofs, faulty PV panels and Visual evidence before/after Green Deal installations and 3D Laser Scanning for building/roof Land Surveys (to 20m). Specialism: Sourcing of Historical aerial images (1930's-present day) from over 300+ UK and foreign sources - Boundary & Curtilage Disputes / Adverse Possession / Land Grabs & Rights of Light issues / Insurance Claims / Evidence of Previous Land or Building use. Personalised service to Legal / Construction / Property Co.'s & associated disciplines as well as Private individuals.
we are a Landscaping and property maintenance company , we can clear ground , design and landscape your garden we do fence work , tree work, patios, driveways , block paving and slabs, we cant paint indoors and out carry general carpentry, asbestos removal and much more check us out on face book @ wingspan works and our website www.wingspan.works
Dream Team Painters
"If you can dream it we will paint it" Dream Team Painters is based in a prime area of North London in Wood Green. Our local painting and decorating company was built on simple principles such as exceeding customer's expectation and endless hard work. Due to these simple principles we have rapidly built a loyal client base in which we've received many referrals from. Please take a moment to look at our website thank you.
Guste Ltd
S & T Contracts
S&T Contracts is a specialist handyman service we also are a specialist cleaning company we cover domestic and residential and commercial cleaning and carpet cleaning.Our fully trained handymen can cover the following decorating, plastering,carpet fitting,flooring,bricklaying,fencing,carpentry, tiling, kitchen,bathrooms,electrical,double glazing repairs and installation, end of tenancy cleaning,deep cleaning,flatpack furniture, shelf building,sealant repairs,wallpapering you have a job we can help our main working areas at present are west midlands,Northamptonshire, Cambridgeshire,Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire we can cover most of uk we are interested in any other area's no job to big or to small our minimum charge is 2 hours first 2 hours £60 and £22.50 per hours after please do not hesitate in contacting us we are here to offer all domestic and residential property's a one stop solution for all property maintenance.
C Baker Carpentry & Building Limited
A personal, friendly company that is committed to meeting every customer's needs. We pride ourselves on our reasonable rates and can work to our customers' budgets. If you are looking for a professional service with high quality finishes, you can rely on us to deliver.
R & J Home Improvements
Multi skilled experienced workforce. All types of carpentry and joinery painting / decorating.
Glover Builders
Building is in our blood, and the family has over 100 years of experience of building in London and the south east. From new homes and renovations, to extensions, alterations, painting and decorating, Ricky Glover and his brothers provide high-quality work at an affordable price. Each of our tradesmen has a different background and range of skills, allowing us to offer such speciality services as high-end kitchen, bathroom, and bedroom design, and installation. At Glover Builders, we pride ourselves on being a traditional family firm that prioritises excellent customer service, along with a craftsman's attention to detail. At Glover Builders, we work effectively and efficiently to minimise disruption, taking a high level of care to ensure your home is kept clean and undisturbed. All our craftsmen are covered by comprehensive liability insurance, and we take a proactive approach to health and safety protocols. Whether you are building in Surrey or further afield, we can help you achieve your property dreams.
The serve company
Serve you is a company offering a range of maintenance services to help you avoid DIY disasters at an affordable price. We are able to provide reliable work in construction assistances including extensions, painting, fencing and gardening projects. We also offer more domestic servicing which includes cleaning, instillations and assembling.
Relm Interiors
The RELM INTERIORS team provide clients with a comprehensive Design and Build service, delivering exceptional projects on budget and on time. Services Provided Cabinet Refinishing, Ceiling Painting, Decking Staining, Decorative Painting, Door Painting, Exterior Painting, Interior Painting, Lead Paint Removal, Mural Painting, Paint Removal, Plaster Repair, Plasterboard Installation, Plasterboard Repair, Plastering, Texture Painting, Wall Stenciling, Wallpaper Removal, Wallpapering
Handyman London Please
We provide a wide range of home and commercial service which covers anything that needs a professional hand - repairs, plumbing, electricity issues, heavy lifting and assembly. These are just few of the tasks that technicians can do. Call us now for free quotes and information.
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Big Brothers Big Sisters Day at The Designer Consigner - The Designer Consigner
November 15, 2012 - Nanuet
Proceeds from sales all day will benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters of Rockland County. Prices start at $5.
Stories in Spanish & English - Haverstraw King's Daughters Public Library
November 15, 2012 - Garnerville
Children ages 2-7 are invited for stories, songs, fingerplays, and more in Spanish and English.
Preschool Storytime - Haverstraw King's Daughters Public Library
November 15, 2012 - Garnerville
Young readers, ages 3-5, are invited for stories, songs, puppets, and more. Pre-registration is required.
Nature Strollers - Hudson Highlands Nature Museum
November 15, 2012 - Cornwall
The nature center hosts a weekly walking group for families with babies, toddlers, and young children. Thursdays through November 15.
Storytime for Tots - Rose Memorial Library
November 15, 2012 - Stony Point
This weekly program introduces toddlers to storytime with simple picture book stories, rhymes, finger plays, and coloring. For ages 24-35 months; pre-registration is required.
Silly Songs, Stories, and Crafts Storytime - Rose Memorial Library
November 15, 2012 - Stony Point
Young readers, ages 3 and up, are invited for picture book stories, songs, and crafts. Pre-registration is required.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Rockland Day - The Designer Consigner
November 15, 2012 - Nanuet
The Designer Consigner hosts this special fundraiser where 25 percent of the days proceeds will benefit the youth of Rockland County.
Mitzvah Play Date with Exceptional Young Adults - JCC Rockland
November 15, 2012 - West Nyack
Local teens are invited to help host a play date for their peers who have special needs. Come shoot pool, play games, bake cookies, or do other activities with young adults from various agencies throughout the community. Host teens can get community service credit for their participation.
- Piermont Farmers' Market
Through November 18, 2012 - Piermont
Shop for fresh local produce, eggs, meats, multi-grain breads, pastry, honey, chutneys, pickles, cider, and more. Held each Sunday through November 18.
Weekly Market - Nyack Farmers Market
Through November 22, 2012 - Nyack
Stroll this weekly market to find local produce, cheese, wine, and plants. Then enjoy lunch in one of the town's many charming eateries. Rain or shine.
Mother 2 Mother (M2M) Breastfeeding Support Group - Rockland County Department of Health
Through November 26, 2012 - Haverstraw
The Rockland County Department of Health encourages nursing mothers (and babies) and pregnant women to attend this free meeting to help them get started or continue breastfeeding successfully. The group meets the fourth Monday of each month and is led by Health Department Certified Lactation Counselors.For more information call the Breastfeeding Promotion and Support Program Monday-Friday, 9am-5 pm at 845-364-3865 or e-mail firstname.lastname@example.com.
LEGO Club - Haverstraw King's Daughters Public Library
Through December 12, 2012 - Garnerville
Creative kids can bring their own Legos or use the library's. For ages 4-12.
Family Storytime - Haverstraw King's Daughters Public Library
Through December 12, 2012 - Garnerville
Children ages 3-6 and their caregivers are invited for stories, songs, fingerplays, and more. Pre-registration is required.
Music Classes for Children - Dennis P. McHugh Piermont Public Library
Through December 19, 2012 - Piermont
Young children are given the chance to develop basic competence in music by providing them with a rich musical experience in a relaxed and playful environment. Presented by Moon River Music Together with Catherine Rubin, the class teaches music through play. Meets the third Wednesday of each month.
Mommy/Daddy and Me - Bounce! Trampoline Sports
Through December 27, 2012 - Valley Cottage
Parents or grandparents with kids ages 2 through 6 can have fun in the Bounce! Jr. Zone, in the Bounce! castle, as well as on the main trampoline court. Head trainer Victor Byrne works with parents and children on a series of trampoline-based exercises and fun activities. Program meets every Tuesday and Thursday afternoon.
Tot Shabbat - Congregation Sons of Israel
Through December 29, 2012 - Upper Nyack
Share a family experience of singing, dancing, and praying as well as a weekly story and other activities. Each Saturday through December.
The World of Bees Exhibit - Hudson Highlands Nature Museum's Wildlife Education Center
Through December 31, 2012 - Cornwall
This lively exhibit features a colony of honeybees in a thriving observation hive and many interactive elements including hive cells for children to crawl through and large replicas of bees and their young. Visitors can learn about the fascinating life cycle of the honeybee, its colony structure, social hierarchy, and importance to our own lives.
Volunteer Opportunities - Big Brothers Big Sisters of Rockland County
Through December 31, 2012 - New City
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Rockland County is seeking mentors, especially men, to volunteer as role model friends for youth in our community. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age, have a valid driver's license and transportation, be covered under automobile insurance, and able to commit to volunteer for a minimum of four hours per month for one year. Call or go online for an application.
Nybelwyck Hall: A Mansion in Miniature - Hudson River Museum - Glenview
Through January 08, 2013 - Yonkers
Nybelwyck Hall, a dollhouse representing Lilliputian life at its most luxurious, makes its appearance in Glenview, the Museum's 1897 river home. The 24-room, granite-and-mortar Glenview, and Nybelwyck, the 24-room dollhouse, share architectural features - a Great Hall and a double staircase that curves from the top floor down to the Hall. Nybelwyck's central facade is loosely based on the Hudson River estate, Staatsburg, the Ogden Mills House. The orange-and-green colors on its Victorian addition are reminiscent of Wilderstein, in Rhinebeck, the family home of Franklin Delano Roosevelt's personal secretary. Dollhouse enthusiast Mark O'Banks created Nybelwyck Hall over the course of a decade and looked to the wisdom of a ouija board to name his creation. The house is furnished with found objects in its 24 rooms, as well as rugs O'Banks designed. Among its 900 objects are minute musical instruments that play, doors with intricate locks that work, and a tiny dollhouse within the dollhouse's nursery.
Witness: The Art of Jerry Pinkney - Hudson River Museum
Through January 13, 2013 - Yonkers
In 100 books, Jerry Pinkney has turned his artist's eye and hand to the story - a classic, a folktale, a fable - and readers all over the world saw something new, something they wanted to read and to remember. Pinkney is the master of the American picture book. More than 120 watercolor illustrations by the artist, who lives in Westchester, will be on view in the first major overview of his career as a designer and illustrator in "Witness: The Art of Jerry Pinkney." The exhibition follows his 2010 award of the Randolph Caldecott Medal for "The Lion and the Mouse." The Hudson River Museum is the only New York showing for this exhibition on national tour, organized by the Norman Rockwell Museum in Stockbridge, Massachusetts. Pinkney has found it interesting to trace how the chapters of his life have knitted themselves into his art, touching on the cultural themes of the African-American experience. He uncovers, again and again, the energy in a small moment that surprisingly can change a life or turn an event in history. Most recently in his almost wordless adaptation of the Aesop fable, "The Lion and The Mouse," two creatures on a faraway African plain choose not the hard chase and bloody battle but, instead, exchange kindnesses. Fascinated with wildlife, Pinkney, in many books including "The Brer Rabbit" in "The Last Tales of Uncle Remus" shows us the human qualities of an animal as he shows us the animal in its natural setting. Pinkney, Philadelphia born and bred, and now a long-time New Yorker, has illustrated children's books since 1964, but it was not an easy path. Blacks were not expected to be able to forge careers in the art field. Trained as a commercial artist at a vocational school, he persisted and won a scholarship to the Philadelphia College of Art where his work took on the shading and detail for which he is now renowned, and he where he began to use color to convey mood and emotion. He has most often worked on children's books that celebrate multiculturalism and African-American heritage, as he took on the task of reshaping the perceptions of the stereotypes of blacks. He designed the first nine stamps of the US Postal Service's Black Heritage series. Art critics will look at the color of Pinkney's illustrations, the scarlet curve of Little Red Riding Hood's cloak, the golden blade of grass on the Serengeti plane. Sociologists will look at Pinkney the little boy, who without a visit to a museum or an art class, drew at home on the back of wallpaper samples. What the viewer will see though, in "The Art of Jerry Pinkney" is his wish: "It has always been my intent for my work to continue to breathe after publication. My hope is that (museum visitors) will believe that Jerry Pinkney cares deeply for people, making art, and visual storytelling." The exhibition includes a 96-page illustrated catalog that provides new scholarship into Pinkney's work in essays by the exhibition's co-curator Stephanie Haboush Plunkett, Dr. Gerald L. Early, and others. On view through January 13, 2013.
Manolo Valdes Monumental Sculptures - The New York Botanical Garden
Through May 26, 2013 - Bronx
Drawing inspiration from the natural landscape of the Botanical Garden, seven towering sculptures by acclaimed Spanish artist Manolo Valdes showcase the relationship between art and nature.
Home Ecologists - Tenafly Nature Center
Through June 06, 2013 - Tenafly
Home schooled children ages 5-12 will discover ecological and biological principles and gain an appreciation and understanding of the natural world at this monthly program, held the first Thursday of each month. Each two-hour program will consist of indoor and outdoor hands-on learning and close observations on a 380-acre living museum. Space is limited and pre-registration is required. Parents can sign up for the series or just a single session. Through June 6.
Junior Congregation - New City Jewish Center
Through June 15, 2013 - New City
Kids review highlights of the synagogue's weekly Shabbat service, discuss the weekly Torah portion, play games, then lead the congregation in prayers. Saturdays through June 15.
Junior Junior Congregation - New City Jewish Center
Through June 15, 2013 - New City
kids pre-school through second grade can sing Shabbat songs, talk about the Torah portion of the week, have a snack, then return to the main sanctuary to lead the congregation in Adon Olam. Saturdays through June 15.
Salsa Sundays - Gagliardi Studio & Gallery
Through October 28, 2013 - Nyack
Children and their parents are invited to enjoy Salsa music while dancing with each other. There will be an informal beginners and Afro Cuban style dance lesson. Pre-registration is requested.
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Evolution Hoax
Whales and dolphins comprise a group known as marine mammals Just like mammals on land, they give birth to their young, suckle them, use lungs to breathe and warm their own bodies. The origin of marine mammals is one of the most difficult subjects for evolutionists to account for. Most evolutionist sources suggest that their forerunners lived on dry land, evolved as the result of a lengthy evolutionary process, in such a way as to return to a marine environment. According to this claim, marine mammals followed a path which was the exact opposite of the supposed transition from water to land, via a second process of evolution. However, this theory is based upon no paleontological findings, and is also logically inconsistent.
Mammals are regarded as the creatures at the top of the evolutionary ladder. That being so, it is very hard to explain why these animals reverted to a marine environment. The next question is, how did these animals adapt to the marine environment even better than fish? Because creatures such as killer whales, which are mammals and therefore have lungs, exhibit an even more perfect adaptation to their environment than fish, which actually do breathe in water. In recent years, various fossils have been suggested as solution to this dilemma, but in fact benefit the theory of evolution not at all.
The first of these fossils is Pakicetus inachus, extinct mammal first discovered in 1983. The finder of the first specimen, Philip D. Gingerich and his colleagues had no qualms about claiming it to be a primitive whale, even though they had discovered only a skull. However, the fossil had not the slightest connection to whales in any shape or form. The skeleton had a four-footed structure, resembling that of modern wolves. The region where the fossil was discovered contained seams of oxidized iron as well as fossils of such terrestrial animals as snails, tortoises and crocodiles. In other words, its environment had been dry land, not a marine bed.
Subtle clues in combination-the arrangement of cusps on the molar teeth, a folding in a bone of the middle ear, and the positioning of the ear bones within the skull-are absent in other land mammals.153
First, as National Geographic indirectly makes clear by employing the words "subtle clues in combination," some of these features also exist in other land-dwelling mammals.
In addition, none of the characteristics in question constitutes evidence for an evolutionary relationship. Most of the theoretical relationships between species that evolutionists seek to establish on the basis of anatomical similarities are exceedingly flawed- as evolutionists themselves admit. Pakicetus is a unique species with different anatomical features in its body. Robert Carroll, an authority on invertebrate paleontology, states that the family of Mesonychids, in which Pakicetus should be included, displays a combination of peculiar characteristics. Prominent evolutionists such as Gould admit that such mosaic life forms cannot be regarded as intermediate forms.
In an article titled "The Overselling of Whale Evolution," the science writer Ashby L. Camp describes the invalidity of the claim that the Mesonychids,of which land mammals such as Pakicetus are a part, are the ancestors of Archaeocetes, the extinct whales:
The reason evolutionists are confident that mesonychids gave rise to archaeocetes, despite the inability to identify any species in the actual lineage, is that known mesonychids and archaeocetes have some similarities. These similarities, however, are not sufficient to make the case for ancestry, especially in light of the vast differences. The subjective nature of such comparisons is evident from the fact so many groups of mammals and even reptiles have been suggested as ancestral to whales. 154
The name Ambulocetus natans is a combination of the Latin words ambulare (to walk), cetus (whale) and natans (swimming), and thus means "a swimming and walking whale." Obviously, this animal walked, because like all terrestrial mammals, it had four feet, and even wide claws on its feet and paws on its hind legs. Apart from evolutionist preconceptions, however, there is absolutely no foundation, for the idea that the animal swam in water or that it lived both on land and in water, as hippos and alligators do. In fact, there is no evidence that either Pakicetus or Ambulocetus were related to whales in any way. They are merely potential ancestors which evolutionists, obliged to find a terrestrial ancestor for marine mammals as required by their theory, have suggested on the basis of various limited similarities. No evidence shows that these creatures were related to the marine mammals that emerge in the fossil record in a geological period very soon after..
A number of true marine mammals are listed in the fictitious evolutionary tree after Pakicetus and Ambulocetus: Archaeocetes ("ancient whale") species such as Procetus and Rhodcetus. These creatures are extinct mammals that genuinely did live in water, as you shall see in subsequent sections. However, there are considerable anatomical differences between Pakicetus and Ambulocetus and these marine animals:
In conclusion, it is clear that marine mammals appeared with all their unique structures and with no intermediate form between them and terrestrial mammals. Robert Carroll admits this, albeit reluctantly and in evolutionist language, that there is no chain of evolution here:
Some rather more unbiased scientists, on the other hand, openly admit that the animals that evolutionist sources refer to as "walking whales" are actually a completely separate group and have nothing to do with true whales.
This summarizes the invalidity of the evolutionist claim that marine mammals evolved from terrestrial life forms. Scientific findings show no link between marine mammals and the two land mammals (Pakicetus and Ambulocetus natans) that evolutionists place right at the beginning of this scenario.
In the remaining part of the scenario, the theory of evolution is also at an impasse. The theory seeks to establish a family relationship between the extinct, genuine marine mammal known as Archaeocetes ("archaic whale") and living dolphins and whales.
The fact is that experts in the field think differently. The evolutionist paleontologist Barbara J. Stahl writes:
The classic evolutionist scenario hypothesizes that the two major whale groups, in order words toothed whales (Odontoceti) and baleen whales (Mysticeti), evolved from a common ancestor. However, Michel C. Milinkovitch of Brussels University opposed this view with a new theory, emphasizing that that hypothesis, constructed on anatomical similarities, and was invalidated by molecular discoveries:
Evolutionary relationships among the major groups of cetaceans is more problematic since morphological and molecular analyses reach very different conclusions. Indeed, based on the conventional interpretation of the morphological and behavioral data set, the echolocating toothed whales (about 67 species) and the filter-feeding baleen whales (10 species) are considered as two distinct monophyletic groups . . . On the other hand, phylogenetic analysis of DNA... and amino acid. . . sequences contradict this long-accepted taxonomic division. One group of toothed whales, the sperm whales, appears to be more closely related to the morphologically highly divergent baleen whales than to other odontocetes.159
153. "Evolution of Whales," National Geographic, November 2001, pp. 64-77.
154. Ashby L. Camp, "The Overselling of Whale Evolution," Creation Matters, May/June 1998, http://www.trueorigin.org/whales.asp.
155. "Evolution of Whales," National Geographic, pp. 64-77..
156. Robert L. Carroll, Patterns and Processes of Vertebrate Evolution, Cambridge University Press, 1998, p. 329.
157. G. A. Mchedlidze, General Features of the Paleobiological Evolution of Cetacea, Translated from the Russian, Rotterdam: A.A. Balkema, 1986, p. 91.
158. B.J. Stahl, Vertebrate History: Problems in Evolution, Dover Publications, Inc., 1985, p. 489
159. Michel C. Milinkovitch, "Molecular phylogeny of cetaceans prompts revision of morphological transformations," Trends in Ecology and Evolution 10 (August 1995): pp. 328-334.


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Last weekend I was in the store and picked up a pack of "America's chops", which appear to be boneless loin chops and are therefore very suitable for brining. And since I like to play around with different flavors I decided to try using some Point Cascade Ale, which is pretty good but not overly hoppy.
I cooked the chops all the way through but they were still nice and juicy.
Overall they turned out pretty good. It takes a pretty hoppy beer to get any significant hop flavor into meat so they had more of a subtle taste, but were less sweet than they would've been if I'd used something maltier.


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|Right, having just read your article in its entirety I find myself torn regarding what you say above. The article is of a good standard already, and I thought so without having any connection or prior knowledge of the city in question. In this particular case, my crippling ignorance is a blessing, the main difficulty that articles like this one face is that people who aren't from that city or who haven't ever heard of that city don't understand jokes, or get the jokes. Your article neatly skirts this issue by setting out a decent amount of context for the rest of your article by following the wikipedian structure and beginning the article with history. This is why I'd encourage you to leave this section where it is, moving it would, in my opinion serve little purpose, especially if you just launch straight into "Modern Quebec City" straight after the preamble, your history section sets up the stereotypes, this section utilises them.
The main issue that I notice reading through is that while a lot of jokes are set up and executed brilliantly others seem to start and then stop before the punchline is reached, turning them into facts rather than witty observations. A good example of this is right at the start where you are explaining the "Amerindian nomenclature" of "Stadacona", the tone of the article builds this to the point where I was just waiting for the punchline to happen, then it doesn't, ultimately finishing far more weakly than it began. This is a trend that occurs a number of times as you go through the article; during the History section, during the Moody Mayor section and during the Places of Interest section. While there is always a place for a rambling tone where the punchline is the constant deferral of an obvious punchline, it strikes me that you aren't aiming for this tone. It is infinitely better to say something like "Which is Amerindian nomenclature for "the place where one can see in the distance like eagle", this because it is a geological plateau with a steep climb on all sides allowing one to have a bird's eye view of the surrounding terrain, not because climbing to the top imbues you with the power of flight and a taste for small woodland animals." While what I have written there isn't the most hilarious sentence ever composed and committed to paper I hope it illustrates my point, something like that is infinitely more satisfying than a slow meandering to a confusing conclusion.
This being Uncyclopedia, jokes tend to be anticipated regularly, there are times where your article begins to sound more factual than funny, while the humorous tone is well maintained throughout you do have a tendency to sacrifice humour for explanation. I'm not saying that every sentence must have a joke, too many jokes is just as bad if not worse, than too few. What I am saying is that if you start to make a point, you should make sure it is serving a purpose. I would agree that your history section is a little lengthy but it also contains some of your best humour, lines like "The Americans, suffered a humiliating defeat. It is a globally accepted truth that America is the best nation in all fields and can do no wrong, so all failures on their behalf must be shoved under the rug of history" cracked me up and should absolutely not be cut in the name of brevity. My advice for the majority of the criticism here is to read back through the article, try to divide your article up and identify where you make particular jokes and which lines are dragging jokes out unnecessarily. In terms of trimming the history section some little details can go but as I say, you have some tremendous humour in this section and you should not cut it just for the sake of making the section shorter since it provides a great leveller for those unfamiliar with Quebec city. In terms of expansion, stupid laws are a bit of a challenging prospect, I'd encourage you to have a go if you think you can keep it original, if you're struggling look at what the wikipedia article is focussing on, you can easily parody those sections, this is something I tend to recommend a lot to people struggling to come up with more ideas for articles like this and I've found it works quite well.
Ultimately the main areas for you to focus on are to make sure you aren't missing out on potential punchlines and that you are only cutting out what needs to be cut out, not what you feel should be cut out to make the focus more equal.
|I'm a little less keen on this aspect of your article, your tone is a little inconsistent in places. You do a lot with the encyclopaedic tone, but lose track of it with a reasonable amount of frequency. Profanity, like most things, has a place, but needless profanity hurts the style you are using and I would counsel against using it unless you deem it absolutely necessary. The titling of the "Moody Mayor" section is a good example; it would be better, in my opinion at least, for you to avoid being informal in the section headings. Part of the humour of a style like this comes from the appearance of an encyclopaedia article contrasting with humorous prose. While these are fairly minor flaws, they should not be neglected when you look back through the article, try to make sure that in line with the tone you are explaining jokes, stereotypes etc. while a humorous use of either is undoubtedly a good thing, if you don't explain things properly amusement turns swiftly to frustration, your reader becomes the Dickensian orphan pressing their face up against the window of your article gazing at the delights beyond, don't let that happen. Make sure you're keeping it accessible.
|Prose and formatting:
|This isn't too bad, your prose are generally fine, the only major spelling and grammar problems are with your plurals and singulars, just double check these before finishing work on the article, if you're not sure then ask me by all means and I'll do my best to assist. Otherwise everything is broken up nicely and I've gone into any major issues already. The text to image ratio is good though has its own problems, more on that under images.
|The main issue here is that the images, while they are well chosen and have amusing captions, relate only tangentially to the text. It is something of a pet peeve of mine, images work much better when illustrating a point already made in the text and you should definitely consider trying this out, captions can be reworked to do this without having to vastly change images or text, just consider the image as illustrating a joke you have already made. Good examples can be found in most featured articles, this being one of the key aspects of successful articles. Have a look at Mordillo's article: Gemeentevervoerbedrijf for some excellent examples.
|My overall grade of the article.
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|Don't let the criticisms I have made give you the wrong idea, this is a very strong article already and I fully expect you to make it better in future. Make sure that you are doing your jokes justice, make sure they finish as strongly as they start and make sure the images are being better utilised. These are the main points to consider everything else, I feel, would compliment the final product well and are suggestions well worth consideration. Trim the article carefully, I can't stress this enough, you have some really good material in here and your first priority should be making sure this material is preserved. If you have any questions about this then you can ask on my talk page. Good luck making any changes.
|--ChiefjusticeXBox 17:35, July 9, 2012 (UTC)


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Valentine Napoleons Recipe
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- 1 package (17.3 ounces) frozen puff pastry, thawed
- 1 cup cold milk
- 1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/4 cup confectioners' sugar
- 1-1/4 cups sliced fresh strawberries
- Additional confectioners' sugar
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out each pastry sheet to 1/8-in. thickness. Using a 3-1/2-in. heart-shaped cookie cutter, cut out 12 hearts. Place on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 400° for 8-11 minutes or until golden brown. Remove to wire racks to cool.
- In a large bowl, whisk milk and pudding mix for 2 minutes (mixture will be thick).
- In another large bowl, beat cream until it begins to thicken. Beat in confectioners' sugar until soft peaks form. Fold into pudding.
- Split puff pastry hearts in half. Place bottom halves on serving plates. Spoon 1/4 cup filling over each; top with strawberries and pastry tops. Sprinkle with confectioners' sugar. Yield: 12 servings.
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Chocolate-Covered Strawberries
Arguably, this is the best idea for a combination anyone has ever had.
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- 8 ounces semisweet chocolate, finely chopped
- 1 pound large strawberries (about 20), washed and dried well
- 1/3 cup finely chopped pistachios (optional)
Place chocolate in a bowl set over (not in) a saucepan of simmering water. Stir occasionally, until melted, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
Line a baking sheet with waxed paper. One at a time, dip each strawberry in chocolate, twirling to coat; then sprinkle chocolate-covered portion with pistachios, if using, and place on waxed paper.
Chill chocolate-dipped strawberries at least 15 minutes to set chocolate. (Strawberries should not be stored in refrigerator longer than 1 hour as condensation drops may collect on the chocolate.)
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Phoghat23 FEB, 2013Rather than putting them on wax or parchment paper, I stuck them with toothpicks and stuck the toothpick into styrofoam and put in the fridgeReply
CW4168 FEB, 2011I use white bark chocolate instead of regular chocolate. I sprinkle them with red or pink color sugar. Awesome!Reply
ChefTBaks15 FEB, 2010Yum. Made these with my preschooler. Had a good time. Used crushed almonds instead.Reply
Almeda9 FEB, 2010If you are trying to eat healthy, these chocolate-dipped strawberries are about the best chocolate dessert you can make.Reply
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While the Ravens' usually stout defense is allowing 15.0 points, the pass defense has been suspect. Opposing quarterbacks have completed 64.2 percent of their passes, thrown one interception and been sacked only four times.
The Ravens have given up five touchdowns overall in the first four games, second-fewest in the NFL. Baltimore's also given up an average of 15 points per game, and that's tied for second-least in the NFL.
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The Ravens have been just about as good as they can get in the red zone, as opposing teams scored touchdowns on just three of 11 trips inside the 20-yard line. That's 27.3 percent — tops in the NFL.
But all parts of the defense are going to be tested this week because Luck and the Colts are dangerous in so many ways.
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Gazet van Antwerpen, one of Belgium's Flemish-language dailies, carried a half-page report about Atlas of Creation sent to schools in Belgium in its 30 June - 1 July, 2007, edition. The report in the paper, which has a circulation of 150,000, appeared under the title "'Evolution is the cause of terrorism': mysterious professor's creationist book sent out to schools." It went on to say the following about Atlas of Creation:
"Adnan Oktar's book Atlas of Creation has been sent out free of charge to many Flemish and Walloon schools. In this book, the Turkish professor rains criticism down on Charles Darwin's theory of evolution. He also says that Darwinism is responsible for the Holocaust and the September 11 attacks.
The creationism in which Adnan Oktar believes is opposed to Darwinism. In Oktar's view, human beings, animals and the Earth were all created by a superior power.
In his Atlas of Creation, he writes, 'Allah (God) did not create the universe and living things with evolution.' Oktar also believes that Darwinism is the real cause of terrorism, because he says that it is due to Darwin that people believe there are differences among races. He further claims that 'The September 11 attacks are a direct consequence of this.'
In his creationist book, in which hundreds of photographs of fossils are laid out, Oktar has placed an image of a present-day specimen underneath each, stating that each pair of specimens are completely identical to one another and that this shows that evolution never happened. …"
The next part of the article went on to say that the writer had been subjected to pressure and conspiracies because of his ideas and activities:
"Who is this mysterious figure who has roused our schools with his controversial ideas? Adnan Oktar was born in Ankara in 1956. He later began his intellectual struggle at Mimar Sinan University, where he was studying. Refusing to accept the materialist and atheistic ideas of professors and students in the school, he began spreading the message of Allah (God) and the Qur'an. In the meantime, he began taking a more profound interest in the theory of evolution, publishing the leaflet The Theory of Evolution, in which he rejected Darwinism, in 1982. In 1986, in the run up to the publication of a new book of his, he was arrested for some controversial ruling stemming from a newspaper interview. … He was detained in a psychiatric hospital for 19 months. In 1991, Oktar was detained again. This time the police had found cocaine in his library. However, it later transpired that he had been framed and Oktar was released. In 1999 he was again imprisoned for nine months on suspicion of criminal activity. Oktar wrote a number of books under the pen name Harun Yahya."
The illustration accompanying the report appeared under the caption "An interesting book, with huge illustrations," and shows Paul Helsen examining Atlas of Creation.
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(editor's note: Here's Part II of out friend Fran's story. See yesterday's thread for Part I).
This whole trip was an oddball…. it was Thanksgiving day, and my mother always put on a big spread for this, and my sisters, and Aunt Bea would show up and it was a beautiful day always in my memories.
It was about 11 a.m. and the turkey was still in the oven, when I got a phone call. From Jimmy Mattz. He said, "eh College Boy, got a run for ya."
"Hey Jimmy, it's Thanksgiving…we're all just getting ready," I said.
He told me that this was a special run, had a huge amount of citrus to be gotten to make the market before this weekend. He'd lose too much money, and he didn't trust any of the other apes that he hired now and then, and I was gratified to find that he put so much faith in me, but still. Thanksgiving. So I told him that my mother would be heartbroken. (But I needed that job and it was GOOD money.) He told me that he'd give me an extra 100 bucks bonus, and another 30 buck expense if I made the market…told me I could get a big dinner en route at a fancy restaurant and I could put a coin in the juke box and play some Guy Lombardo!
My mother prepared a dinner for me, complete with her apple pie, and I sat alone in the kitchen, for no one else was there yet, and I chowed down, packed my travel gear and took off. (I'd already told him I wanted the Ford tractor. It was his newest and most comfortable tractor…and he left it for me). I took off on a beautiful autumn day and hit old Route 1 for the south land ( no interstates in those days. I was dead heading all the way (empty trailer), and I made it in uneventful fashion to Winterhaven late that same night. Traffic all the way down was almost nonexistent. I had no weighing scales to worry about (more on those later), and it was a long boring trip. I crashed at a motel in Winterhaven and was up at crack of dawn and at the broker's office before he arrived. … The broker was a guy who held an office at a convenient gas station and all truckers came thru him to get their hauls. I told him that I was there for the NY city load, and he mentioned that he'd been saving it for another trucker. (I called Jimmy Mattz at his "Office" (The Coffee Pot Diner) collect, and explained the situation. Mattz told me to slip him 50 bucks and tell him to give you the load. The broker had his guys load the rig, and away I went back up north. This was Friday a.m. Still no traffic to speak of, but the brokers were all open. Few rigs however and most of them looking for roads to the west. Settling in to the rhythm of the road, got mesmerized by the monotony, and was slipping over the border to South Carolina, and the route was now old 301….two lanes….headed for North Carolina.
The stench of the paper pulp mills was always an indicator of the fact that you were now in the deep south. I always likened this odor to rotting turnips.
Weighing scales were closed for the weekend so I just barreled along making good time. Stopped for a refuel in Rocky Mount NC, and really expected scales to be open at Virginia border, but no — all quiet on that front, and I slipped though Wash DC like nothing else was happening.
But by this time I'd had it. I had to get some sleep, pulled into the first Motel I saw and crashed. Woke up Saturday morning, and cruised into NY City at almost noon, and the place was jumping. I wheeled down down Manhattan to the docks where the big warehouses were seeing a lot of play. I pulled into the large receiving area, and not knowing just where to go I stopped in the middle. The fatigue was coming on me again, and I was just not all that alert. I heard a clang clang noise on the cement apron where trailer trucks for either parked like jackstraws, or moving out of the region to back uptown behind my truck and I saw this medium sized guy with a Colombo type rain coat on, buttoned up to his neck, and no hat and was clanging a long steel crow bar on the ground. He saw me in my bright red Ford tractor, apparently looking lost, and he came clanging over to the truck, grabbed hold of my driver's side mirror and looked around the yard. Many trucks were either backing into unloading docks, or just driving away after being unloaded. He said something to the effect of, "OK, you're next. See that rig in the 4th ramp? … you'll go there when he's thru. But you'll have to wait until I can get a City man to unload you and they're all tied up now." Now I was dead tired and I really, really wanted to get home, so in all my naivete, I offered to help. I said, something like, "aw you don't have to do that, I can unload the truck." He looked at me like I'd just made a nasty remark about his mother. He said in effect, "Listen you son of a bitch, you touch one box of produce in that truck and we'll run you and your truck right off the edge of this pier into the river…got that?"
I was shocked. (My first dealing with Union types). So I recall offering a half hearted apology, like "well if you feel that way about it, by all means get your City man." He said, "You pay up front 50 bucks, and you've got him for 8 hours. You can use him any way you need, washing your truck, whatever you need done." I told him that it wouldn't be necessary, that as soon as we unloaded I'd be gone. He gave me a little smile and said, "hey, we're not trying to break 'em for you but we got our people to take care of here…no hard feelings." I recall them directing me to an emptying ramp and I backed down, still a bit shook up, but that truck was unloaded so fast that I could hardly believe it. (I was glad that Jimmy had given me enough money to cover this.)
The rest was anti-climactic, I pulled back out, headed east to CT, and rolled into the area of Union Station in New Haven across from the Coffee Pot, but no one was outside by the phone. I went into the diner and Jimmy and his brother Lenny were sitting there over a cup of coffee, and when Jimmy saw me, he yelled out, "Hey college Boy, c'mere." I was dragging my butt by this time. I let all my resentment run out and he just sat there grinning at me. He said, "you did good on making that market kid, you saved me a bundle, no b/s." I asked him if that included my special bonus for having the s/t scared out of me, and got lucky about the scales. He laughed like hell, and peeled out another 100 bucks and handed it to me, without ever asking for the change from the trip.
There was still almost another hundred left over and he never asked about it.
During the remainder of that year I ran about eight more trips, until one really scared hell out of me, and I always referred to it as the trip down Storm King. But the one that finally packed it in for me was a trip south, and problems on the way home.


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HOUSTON - Thousands turned out Saturday for the city of Houston's welcome home parade for the men and women who served in Iraq. The event was to show veterans our gratitude.
Family members of soldiers who were killed in the war were also on hand.
The parade began at the intersection of Texas Avenue and San Jacinto Street ended at Minute Maid Park, where an on-field ceremony took place before the Astros game.
"Houston has one of the largest veterans populations in the country. This is our opportunity as Houstonians to come forward and not do something we do every year, and not do something that is routine, but a special opportunity to say thank you to veterans who served in Iraq and are now coming home," Houston Mayor Annise Parker said.
Local 2 anchor Bill Balleza, who is a Vietnam War veteran, was the emcee.
"America and our military have always had a special place in the heart of baseball fans throughout the country and especially here in Houston," Astros owner Jim Crane said, "It's only fitting that we will celebrate these brave men and women with a parade that culminates with a ceremony at Minute Maid Park. We are honored to be asked by Mayor Parker and the City to be a part of this special event."
One couple went out to support the veterans, including their son.
"We do this every time they come home," said the woman.
"It was great for the city of Houston to recognize our veterans, to recognize us for the sacrifices we've accomplished," said one veteran.
As for the soldiers still fighting in Afghanistan, Parker promised a parade for them when the time comes.
"I am looking forward to the day when we can say thanks to those who have been in Afghanistan, as well," Parker said.
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Hi, I'm sorry for my bad english, I'm italian.
I bought GTA IV and I installed and activated it. When I started to play it asked me the connection to Rockstar Game Club, so I decided to uninstall it and reinstall without Window Game Live and Rock star club...
The uninstall give me an error of securom. I've tried to remove the activation, I've tried to remove securom, I've tried everithings. Now the setup seems to find the application, but the file in the hard disk are lost and if I try to run it the LaunchGTAIV.exe are missing.
So, I cannot install and I cannot uninstall!!!! How can I do? I have writed to securom support but they say me:
"It appears, according to the screenshots, that the application has been
uninstalled, however the cleanup of some files did not complete. You will
need to contact the software publisher, Rockstar Games, in regards to this
Please can sombody help me?
Best regardSili2012
- I suggest you to go to to Control Panel - Uninstall a program. Choose GTA IV and Rockstar Social Club. In case they aren't there, make sure to delete manually everything from your Hard Disk (C - Program Files x86 - Rockstar Games -.... . Then install the game again, and choose to install Social Club. Since your game is genuine, I'd see no reason to not install it. It allows you to play multiplayer and more. Just go to rockstar social club site on google and make an account. Hope it helped.Dodo8 Talk
08:36, August 29, 2012 (UTC)
Hi, thank you for replay, but I've alredy tried to uninstall from control panel, but the error is the same for securom, so I can not find the way to reinstal the game, with or without game online. Now I can not reinstall and I can not play and I can not uninstall. Thanks anyway
10:08, August 29, 2012 (UTC)
Yes, sure, I just wrote to them and I hope they'll answer me soon.
Thank you
Do your Space\HDD\Storage meets the requirements and is that the genuine version of GTA IV
or is your PC able to play GTA IV? please post your Rig\Specs so we can continue to help furtherQuickscopa 03:00, September 1, 2012 (UTC)
Hi, now It's ok. It run. The rockstargame support advised me to use ccleaner to clean the registry.
To answer to your question, yes my cd is original game (perhaps with a pirated cd would not have happened), and the pc can play the game. I think that the problem is securom and I think too that they could make optional installation of rock star club and window live game. Now I have delete the automatic start of Rock star Game in the window run, I start it only if I play to GTA IV.
Thank you for your help.
Best regards
15:31, September 3, 2012 (UTC)
Me too Social Club is awesome. btw i was even gonna make a Step by Step Image Tutorial to how to install GTA IV but i had the GTA IV Complete edition and you've got your problem fixed.
Quickscopa 16:07, September 3, 2012 (UTC)
- I don't know about social club. My GTA is not genuine. That's why I'll buy GTA V. I only support games I like. :) Dodo8 Talk
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Sorting Beads Activity - Shelf-ready sensorial activity setSort wooden beads by shape, size, or texture, from the basket to the felt mat. Encourage children to feel the differences between the beads: some have facets, some are rounded, some are big, some are small. 25 beads, mat, and basket. Learn More
Sorting & Grading CorksSix each of six sizes of corks provide a number of ways for children to sort by size, then line up in a row. Later, arrange the corks in graded order to make six "stairs." For simpler sorting, start with three or four corks of each size. Learn More
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Nuts & BoltsFor use as a combination sorting and manipulative exercise, this set includes three bolts in graded sizes: 3" by 3/8" diameter, 2" by 5/16", and 1" by ¼". Each bolt is fitted with a washer, a hex nut, a lock washer, and a wing nut. Learn More
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Hey there, time traveller!
This article was published 15/3/2013 (1620 days ago), so information in it may no longer be current.
Reed and Tara are living their retirement dream in a custom-made home on the shore of a scenic Manitoba lake.
Tara, in her early 50s, is still working while Reed, in his mid-60s, is retired.
And she is beginning to question if their dream retirement is affordable.
"It is our dream home and I'm struggling," says the office worker who commutes to the city to work.
"I'm working and I wonder how I'm ever going to retire."
Tara earns about $66,000 a year, netting about $3,618 a month, while Reed nets about $2,917 a month from CPP, OAS and his RRSP is worth about $272,000.
Despite a $6,500-a-month income to cover expenses, they're just getting by in large part because of housing costs.
Their home is valued at about $700,000 and they owe about $212,000 on the mortgage, with 19 years remaining.
It isn't just the debt costs that are eating into their finances.
"Our expenses are big out here," she says. "Our property taxes alone are $600 a month."
They also pay for septic, gas for long-distance travel, satellite television and even a monthly payment on a riding mower.
On top of that, they're paying a substantial amount for life insurance.
"We ended up just recently buying a policy for him, but it's costing us $363 a month for a $100,000 death benefit."
Tara says she manages the finances in the house and she's uncertain they can keep going at their current pace.
"My fear is that for the next eight or 10 years I will work and when it's time for me to retire we're going to realize we can't afford to stay here, so I've commuted all this time and then I have to move."
Certified financial planner Bob Challis says Tara should trust her gut feeling. Their dream home is turning out to be financial nightmare.
"They're in trouble," says the Winnipeg adviser with Nakamun Financial Solutions. "She's correct to be concerned."
The finances reveal their predicament. They have a net worth of more than $800,000, but most of it -- about $487,000 -- is tied up in their home.
"The first observation is they're spending more than they're netting by about seven per cent per year," he says. "They're spending about $84,500 per year, and what's coming into the household appears to be about $78,400."
This is obviously unsustainable.
If they hold onto the home, they will run out of money within the decade -- before she can even retire.
Or one of them will die, more likely Reed, statistically speaking, and the survivor will have to sell the house.
Alternatively, they would have to borrow against the home and by the time Tara lives to her life expectancy at age 89, she'd be $1.8 million in debt.
While they have life insurance, "it's woefully inadequate," he says.
Tara has only $250,000 in coverage. If she died, it would not replace her income for more than a few years and then Reed would be forced to sell the home or borrow against it. To address this risk properly, Tara needs about $1 million in coverage.
In contrast, Reed doesn't likely need insurance.
"There might be something I'm missing here, but he sure shouldn't be paying $363 a month for a $100,000 death benefit."
If he dies, it's likely Tara would sell the home and move to something more manageable for one person. Not to mention, the $363 monthly premium could be redirected to pay off their credit card debt of $2,700.
Challis says there's no magic solution for their problem. If they want to continue to live in the house for as long as possible, they need to cut their costs dramatically. While not impossible, it will be tough because their housing costs take up 37 per cent of their after-tax income. That figure should be no higher than 25 per cent at their life stage.
Because they live outside the city, they're also paying a lot for transportation, about 20 per cent of their after tax income.
Incidentally, more than six per cent of their after-tax income is going toward life insurance while only 4.5 per cent is going toward an RRSP.
"Simply put: What's the cost of living there?"
It's costing them $15,000 a year in taxes, utilities and other costs associated with ownership and another $15,000 in mortgage payments. Furthermore, if they had the $420,000 in equity sitting in the bank in conservative investments, they'd earn about $8,000 in interest a year.
"They should sell and either buy a house or find a place to live that's going to cost them less than $38,000 a year," he says.
"Even if they could find accommodation that they can rent for $2,000 a month, they'd be $14,000 a year ahead."
Clearly, they have to make a choice about their future.
"They either have to stop spending this much money and redirect that cash flow to her savings, or they have to be prepared to liquidate the real estate, pay off the debt and find some manner of living that's less expensive," Challis says.
The status quo is staying in the home as long as they can and selling it when their savings are bled dry in less than a decade. At that point they risk not being able to sell the home at its market value because they're in a desperate situation.
Yet if Reed and Tara make some savings adjustments and restructure their investments -- a dog's breakfast of mediocre to bad mutual funds -- they might be able to live longer in their dream home.
"If they're choosing to move in 15 years, it might work out for them, but then they'd have to move into an apartment of some kind," he says. "Regardless of what they decide, they need to dump his expensive insurance policy."
Reed's and Tara's finances
Tara: $66,288 ($3,618 net a month)
Reed: $2,917 net a month from CPP, OAS and RRSP (taxes withheld at source)
ñü MONTHLY EXPENSES: $6,374
Mortgage: $212,815 owing at 3.09 per cent; five-year term, 19 years amortization
Credit card: $2,700 at 1.9 per cent until August
Line of credit: $32,180 at 3.49 per cent (car loan)
Home: $700,000
Reed RRSP: $272,863
Tara RRSP: $96,369
Net worth: $821,537


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There is something timeless and formless that exists within all of us.
This deeper Realm is beyond the five senses. It is birthless, deathless, and eternal. And It is in a process of forever unfolding and revealing Itself throughout the Cosmos.
If we are to seek true fulfillment, we must learn to regularly withdraw our attention from the world of the senses, the world of effects, and instead turn within.
As we turn within, we access this sweet and delicious Presence that is forever shining forth within us. It is from this Presence that we may draw whatever is required at any given moment.
We are indeed fueled and funded by the all-giving Spirit of Life. This Divine Spirit has remade Itself in Its own image and likeness, and It has named Itself each and every one of us.
As our awareness is flooded with this realization, all the stuff that we thought mattered, all the drama of the world of effects, begins to lose its appeal.
We have become but a field of radiant peace.
Our hearts have become an open doorway that lets Love flow to and fro.
We have truly become the Light of the World.
So with this joyous promise awaiting nothing other than our conscious realization of it, let us regularly turn within so that we may access that part of us that was never born and which will never die.
Let us walk in an awareness of our True Nature, and let us freely shine our light upon everything and everyone that enters our field of awareness.


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One of the best ways to prep for your move to campus and the transition ahead is for you and your family to join us at one of the COLUMBIA 101 sessions, our summer advising and information programs that take place in June and July in a number of major cities. Brought to you by the Center for Student Advising and Parent and Family Programs, these sessions are a great opportunity to meet other Columbia students and families, get information, and learn what it's really like to be a student at Columbia.
We'll have the right people -- including current students and advising deans from the Center for Student Advising -- on hand to answer your questions about what to expect during the first weeks at Columbia. You will learn about campus life, academic advising, and the many support services available for students.
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A's catchers struggling to throw out baserunners
OAKLAND -- John Jaso and Derek Norris were out on the field well before the rest of their teammates Tuesday, but it wasn't a reaction to Jaso's throw into the outfield during the ninth inning the night before. Just standard, scheduled work for Oakland's two catchers along with second-year bullpen coach Darren Bush.
"When you're at home you can work on defensive stuff," manager Bob Melvin said. "When you're on the road, it can be a lot more difficult based on where you hit. When we're home, a couple times a week you'll see that."
But it's hard not to notice other teams' success on the basepaths against Oakland so far this season. Entering play Tuesday, opponents have converted 17 of 19 stolen base attempts, the worst mark for any team in the American League. Conversely, the A's lead the Majors with a 93.3 percent success rate (14-of-15) on stolen bases this young season.
Jaso did a good job to nab Alex Rios at second base in the first inning on Monday, but his wayside throw in the ninth sailed into center and allowed Michael Choice to advance to third base. Jaso's toss wasn't even close to the target, but Melvin attributed part of that to the pitchout from Dan Otero. And it didn't help that Elvis Andrus took a hearty swing at the ball as Jaso tried to execute.
"The pitchout probably wasn't the best pitchout, so it was a combination of both those things," Melvin said.
The Rangers' powerful lineup is well-known by now, but they also boast a versatile bunch of athletes like Andrus, who leads the AL with nine stolen bags. Rios and Leonys Martin also have four steals apiece for Texas, which has totaled an AL-best 19 as a team entering Tuesday's contest.
"You know they have three or four guys who are going to be aggressive on the bases," Melvin said. "But we're aware of it there, they try to push it some."
Alex Espinoza is a contributor to MLB.com. This story was not subject to the approval of Major League Baseball or its clubs.


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