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OpenCV for Android Release Notes¶
November, 2013
Updates since 2.4.6
- Android NDK-r9 (x86, x86_64) support;
- Android 4.3 support: hardware detector (Bugs #3124, #3265, #3270) and native camera (Bug #3185);
- Fixed JavaCameraView slowdown (Bug #3033);
Known issues
- Native camera doesn't work on some devices (#1244, #2359, #2516, #3113, #3240, #3327)
- Examples does not work on Android 2.2 emulator due to unsupported frame format (Android Emulator issue)
- All open issues on Android: query.
July, 2013
Updates since 2.4.5
- Correct front/back camera selection in Android app framework (#2839)
- Android SDK r22 support
- Android toolchain for CMake improved with Linaro NDK support and fixes for MIPS
- various minor fixes (#2962, #2941, etc)
Known issues
- Native camera doesn't work on some devices (#1244, #2359, #2516)
- Examples does not work on Android 2.2 emulator due to unsupported frame format (Android Emulator issue)
- All open issues on Android: query.
April, 2013
Updates since 2.4.4
- NDK r8e support
- native activity sample using OpenCV Manager (#2062, #2855)
- a couple of fixes in Java bindings (#2901, #2912)
- minor updates in Android applications framework (#2840, #2876)
Known issues
- Native camera doesn't work on some devices (#1244, #2359, #2516)
- Examples does not work on Android 2.2 emulator due to unsupported frame format (Android Emulator issue)
- All open issues on Android: query.
March, 2013
Updates since 220.127.116.11
- Android applications framework is updated. Extra color conversion to gray-scale is not needed now (#2594)
- Android tutorial is updated
- Data race in Java samples is fixed (#2593)
- Android samples are reorganized, duplications are removed
- Building of two OpenCV-dependent JNI libraries in a single 'Android.mk' is enabled (#2202)
- OpenCV Manager local reference table overflow is fixed (#2759)
- Eclipse import error on 'TargetApi annotation' is fixed
- The 'OpenCV.mk' errors when building user JNI libs via 'ndk-build' and 'cmake' with non-default options are fixed
Known issues
- Native camera doesn't work on some devices (#1244, #2359, #2516)
- Examples does not work on Android 2.2 emulator due to unsupported frame format (Android Emulator issue)
- All open issues on Android: query.
December, 2012
Updates since 220.127.116.11
- Android NDK r8d support.
- Android documentation and tutorials updates.
- New Tutorial-5 example demonstrating custom camera control.
- Minor bug fixes and improvements in OpenCV Manager UI (#2565, #2595, #2660).
JavaCameraViewfix for Android 2.3.3 emulator (#2656).
- General OpenCV library fixes (
Known issues
- There is data race in Tutorial 2 and 4 samples. It may result in application crash with assertion in
cvtColorfunction (#2593).
- Native camera doesn't work on some devices (#1244, #2359, #2391, #2144).
- Examples does not work on Android 2.2 emulator due to unsupported frame format (Android Emulator issue).
- All android issues: query.
December, 2012
Updates since 2.4.3
- Native camera fixed on Android 4.2.
- SDK was updated for the latest Android developments tools (SDK r21, NDK r8c). OpenCV now can be compiled with clang.
Known issues
- There is data race in Tutorial 2 and 4 samples. It may result in application crash with assertion in
- Native camera doesn't work on some devices (#1244, #2359, #2391, #2144).
- All android issues: query.
November, 2012
Updates since 2.4.3 rc
- OpenCV Manager now requires much less clicks from an end-user! Here is an overview of what was done. The OpenCV Manager now comes with OpenCV binaries inside, and separate OCV binary packages are not used anymore (can be removed from devices). We will keep them on market for a while, but please switch to 2.4.3 version. Also OpenCV-dependent application doesn't require restart after installation of Manager.
- Fast Java camera/Native camera switching is implemented in "Tutorial 2" sample application.
- Updated Android tutorials.
Known issues
2.4.3 rc¶
October, 2012
Modifications and improvements
- Android Jelly Bean is now supported. Native camera for Jelly Bean is stable now. There are some issues with Java camera, they will be fixed before the official 2.4.3 release.
- New Java samples framework. Samples are significantly refactored, we recommend you to look into the new architecture, because it resolves some issues of the old framework. New framework provides unified base for CV application including any of Java or Native cameras, custom view layout, easy Manager-based OpenCV initialization, proper application event handling: pause, resume, rotation, etc.
- Android tutorials are significantly improved. Javadoc documentation was also slightly updated.
- MIPS architecture is now supported. OpenCV and OpenCV Manager are ready for MIPS devices. Native camera for Android 4.0.3 and 4.0.4 is supported.
- More performance optimizations, especially on Tegra 3, check OpenCV Tegra Demo application.
Known issues
- Native camera doesn't work on some devices (#1244, #2359, #2391, #2144).
- Java camera is unstable. StartPreview crashes on some JB devices.
- Fast Java camera/Native camera switching is not implemented yet.
- All android issues: query.
July, 2012
The main change in this release is an introduction of a new library distribution model (aka OpenCV Manager).
Our goals and your benefits of the new model are described in these slides.
The OpenCV Manager (an Android service based solution) allows sharing a single instance of OpenCV library across many app-s (that diagrammatically decreases your app-s packages size), downloads the best matching to the target device binaries (e.g. armeabi-v7a) instead of all possible target platforms, allows OpenCV team deploying bugfixes/updates to the library via Google Play Market without re-installation of your app-s.
- '.tar.bz2' format is changed to '.zip' because most of our users use Windows
- all the samples changed to use the OpenCV Manager API, they don't keep OpenCV binaries inside
- all the samples Eclipse projects having JNI parts (
tutorial 3and
tutorial 4) contain CDT Builder configured for building the native libraries
(look at the tutorials for details)
- the OpenCV Manager and binary packages for armeabi, armeabi-v7a and x86 arch-s are available on Google Play Market and will be installed on the first launch,
but for devices without internet access or without Google Play Market (dev kits) we provided the necessary APKs in the
- the tutorials were updated
June, 2012
No significant Android-specific changes since 2.4.0.
~45 various bug fixes across the library
See general OpenCV ChangeLog for details.
April, 2012
Binary package can be downloaded here: http://sourceforge.net/projects/opencvlibrary/files/opencv-android/2.4.0/.
Modifications and improvements
- Android native camera support for Android 3.x and 4.0.x. Better integration with standard Java camera, now the
SurfaceTextureclass is used.
- Android-x86 support.
- Enabled multi-threading support with TBB (just few functions are optimized at the moment).
- Javadoc documentation is added to the package (#1847).
- Numerous Java API enhancements:
- Improved Mat/Bitmap conversion
- List<E> replaced with MatOfE for better performance
- Added wrappers for more C++ functions
- Reduced the number of overloads for methods
- Numerous bug fixes
- Updated Java samples
- Samples are now compatible with Android 2.2 - 4.x
- New modes for image-manupilations sample (histograms and posterization)
- Bug fix for 15-puzzle (#1853)
- Video input/output is not supported
- Work with N-dimensional matrices is limited (#1447)
Known ProblemsThe full list of open bugs on Android can be found here. Among them:
- #1244 Native camera doesn't work on some Motorola devices
2.3.1 (beta2)¶
August, 2011
Modifications and improvements since 2.3.1 beta1
- Java API is greatly expanded. Currently about 700 unique OpenCV methods/functions are available in Java.
- Java names for some functions and classes are changed for better compliance with Java coding guidelines
org.opencv.androidclass is moved&renamed to
org.opencv.utils isclass is moved&renamed to
- Helper methods useful on Android platform are added:
org.opencv.android.Utils.loadResource- can read your image as Mat directly from project resources
org.opencv.android.Utils.exportResource- return full disc path to your drawable or raw resource (method copies resource to private application storage)
- Java names for some functions and classes are changed for better compliance with Java coding guidelines
- Fixed numerous bugs in Java bindings.
- Color conversion constant
COLOR_YUV420i2RGBAis replaced with
COLOR_YUV420sp2RGBAwhich is correct name.
- Added OpenCV native camera support for
- Added two detailed tutorials for quick start of development with OpenCV for Android (Please, take a look at our basic and advanced tutorials)
- Also Android pack includes all the improvements from the major OpenCV 2.3.1. See OpenCV Change Log for the details.
Known Problems/Limitations
- Native camera for Android 2.2 and 2.3 fails after initialization on some phones.
- OpenCV Mat to Android Bitmap conversion and vice versa is supported only for
ARGB_8888Bitmap and
CV_8UC4Mat formats.
2.3.1 (beta1)¶
July, 2011
What was done in release 2.3.1 (beta1)
- Created Android Java API for OpenCV. 332 OpenCV functions are now available in Java. We implemented an automatic wrappers generator, which is embedded into OpenCV build process. This integration allows to easily update Java wrappers.
- Javadoc documentation. Official OpenCV documentation http://opencv.itseez.com is parsed and inserted into the generated Java wrappers. This enables Eclipse to show you all required information about OpenCV functions.
- OpenCV native camera interface for Android API 8 and higher. See
VideoCaptureclass for video capturing documentation.
- Made OpenCV distribution model more convenient for Android developers. OpenCV for Android is distributed as a tarball, containing Eclipse library project for development in pure Java and an
OpenCV.mkfile for compilation with NDK. Samples are also added to this package.
- Updated set of samples. These set contains several tutorials, which allow developer to start from high-level Java interface and to continue with advanced native programming techniques. There are also some additional samples: image manipulations with OpenCV, basic face detection and a simple computer game "fifteen puzzle". Please note that older samples are removed and not supported anymore.
- Continuous integration. Android build is introduced into major OpenCV CI infrastructure http://buildbot.itseez.com. Set of unit-tests for Java API had been developed. Every night buildbot checkouts the latest code, builds it and runs a set of native and Java OpenCV tests.
- Other updates
- Windows/Linux/MacOS support as a host development platform.
- Updated OpenCV build system.
Known Problems/Limitations
- Android for OpenCV doesn't support multi-threading at the moment. The good news is that Intel TBB had been build for Android and tested with some OpenCV samples. But the integration is yet ready.
- Optimization. Some OpenCV functions work slowly on ARM, we know it and it is our top priority for the second half of the year. OpenCV will be deeply optimized for NVIDIA Tegra platform.
- Java API
- We wrapped only those OpenCV part, which is marked up for wrapping. Actually the coverage is similar to Python API. We are going to analyze what is also important on Android and to provide it in Java.
- We didn't try to run Java wrappers on a desktop, because our target platform is Android. Platform-dependent code is localized, so it will not take much time to call OpenCV from desktop Java. But, we are not sure that this item will have a large priority in OpenCV for Android task list.
June, 2011
With support from NVIDIA, OpenCV Android port has been greatly improved. Now it is not a separate branch of OpenCV, it shares the same code tree with additional build scripts. Few demos were developed. Camera support has been added as well.
OpenCV can now be built for Android (GSoC 2010 project), thanks to Ethan Rublee! There are some samples too, see Android2.2.


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Joelle Silver is forced to remove her biblical scriptures from her classroom, because a judge has ruled on the side of the school district. In this era, it seems like the more diversity we have in America, Christians have lost their freedom. However, we blame the majority of the body of Christ, because there has been too much sin and too much carnality in worship. Just look at all the pastors and Christian leaders getting arrested for child molestation. How can we have any power to approach the judicial system to debate our freedom of religion? Yes, things have been very unfair to us, but too many preachers are not insisting on being holy and righteous within their churches and conferences. They are more concerned about fame and fortune while many souls are being tossed into hell, every second.
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WOODSFIELD -- Helmer "Edmund" Carpenter, 84, of Barnesville, passed away Saturday (Oct. 5, 2013) at his home.
He was born near Batesville, on Jan. 2, 1929, son of the late Jacob and Alta Carpenter.
Mr. Carpenter was a retired equipment operator for the Ohio Operating Engineers Local No. 18, Akron. He was also a member of the Batesville Sportsmen's Club and the Seneca Sportsmen's Club.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by an infant son, three brothers, Billy, Norman and Marvin Carpenter; and one sister, Alberta Gallagher.
Surviving are his wife, Marcella R. Stephen Carpenter, whom he married on June 2, 1951; one son, Kevin D. Carpenter of Beallsville; one daughter, Karen Bates of Quaker City; one brother, Randall Carpenter of Zanesville; one sister, Nova Stephen of Barnesville; five grandchildren, David Carpenter, Rachael Butler, Kyle Carpenter, Cory Bates, and Crista Bates; and five great-grandchildren.
Friends will be received at the Watters Funeral Home, 37501 State Route 78 West, Woodsfield, from 5 to 8 p.m. Monday, Oct. 7, where funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 8, with David A. Lucas officiating.
Burial will follow in the Calais Cemetery, Calais.
Memorial contributions may be made to the 3C's Cancer Support Group, 236 Morgantown Road, Barnesville, OH 43713, or to the Hospice of Guernsey, P.O. Box 1165, Cambridge, OH 43725.
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This is a "fund of funds," which invests in other Columbia Management funds. The key to its investment strategy is that it allocates at least 95% of its net assets among a group of stock and bond mutual funds according to the current level of the S&P 500. As the S&P 500 has risen the last two years the percentage allocated to stock funds has dropped while the bond fund allocation has gone up. It's specifically designed for those who aren't sure where the market's headed and prefer a pre-set program to make the allocation decisions. At the current time bonds represent 84% of its portfolio, which is adjusted after every 50-point move up or down in the index.
Seriously overweight in bonds, the fund is up just 8.8% year-to-date compared to 27% for the S&P 500. In the longer term (five- and ten-year periods), it has more or less kept pace with the index. Conservative investors aside, this fund is perfect for those who see a serious correction in the price of stocks. As the index starts falling, it starts buying. It's a unique approach that in some ways resembles the glide path of a target date fund as it nears its retirement date.
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Stiles forced out as Mitchell's city attorney
City Attorney Randy Stiles and another city department head are losing their jobs as the result of a decision by new Mitchell Mayor Ken Tracy.
Thursday afternoon, The Daily Republic received a tip that two city department heads were dismissed earlier in the day. The newspaper contacted Tracy, who confirmed that two of the nine department heads will not be reappointed to their positions at the next Mitchell City Council meeting July 16. Tracy said both employees were informed Thursday morning.
Because both employees were given the opportunity to resign or retire before the next council meeting, Tracy declined to release their names. " Out of respect to them, I would first give them that choice," said Tracy, who was elected June 5 and sworn in Monday.
The Daily Republic next attempted to contact all nine department heads and reached four, all of whom declined to comment. The newspaper left messages for the other five.
Later Thursday evening, City Attorney Randy Stiles emailed The Daily Republic a copy of a resignation letter addressed to Tracy. The letter says Stiles' resignation is effective today.
"I realize that the City Attorney has an almost impossible job in interpreting the law as it applies to the public, the City, the Mayor and the Council, " reads part of Stiles' letter.
"It will seem odd not having to attend council meetings, the research of legal issues, additional meetings, daily questions from department heads and employees, over the fence conversations and oh yes the on going battles with the Daily Republic," the letter continues. "The private practice of law never presents the attorney with this plethora of issue and complications. I am looking forward to some additional leisure time plus having time to work with additional clients."
The Daily Republic and Stiles have a contentious relationship. Stiles rarely returns phone calls from the newspaper and has hung up on some reporters immediately after learning who was calling.
Two notable incidents seemed to especially sour Stiles ' opinion of the newspaper.
In 2006, the newspaper reported that the Mitchell City Council, acting under Stiles' legal guidance, accidentally repealed the city ordinance that required sidewalks along curbed streets at newly constructed homes and businesses. Apparently, the wrong code reference had been mistakenly included in an unrelated ordinance, resulting in the repeal, but Stiles never offered a full public explanation. The law was immediately reinstated by the council.
In 2008, the newspaper filed a complaint about a Mitchell City Council executive session. Stiles had requested the closed-door meeting, and two council members - including then-Councilman Tracy - later told The Daily Republic the topic of the meeting was a proposed repeal of the park designation on a tract of land just south of Mitchell Middle School.
Stiles, according to Tracy and another councilman, had discovered that a park designation cannot be repealed without a vote of the people. Rather than inform the council of that finding during open session, he did it during executive session and claimed it fit the executive session justification in state law for "consulting with legal counsel or reviewing communications from legal counsel about proposed or pending litigation or contractual matters."
The newspaper's complaint alleged the executive session was illegal, because it had nothing to do with proposed or pending litigation or contractual matters. The state Open Meetings Commission, a panel consisting entirely of lawyers, found for Stiles. The Daily Republic took the issue to civil court, where the matter is still pending and had recently been scheduled for trial until it was postponed at the last minute.
The other eight city department heads are Finance Officer Marilyn Wilson; Public Works Director Tim McGannon; Public Safety Chief Lyndon Overweg; Corn Palace Director Mark Schilling; Parks, Recreation and Forestry Director Dusty Rodiek; Senior Services Executive Director Brenda Paradis; Golf and Cemetery Director Kevin Thurman; and Human Resources Director Billie Kelly.
If the remaining ousted department head chooses not to resign or retire, Tracy said that department head's termination will be announced at the next council meeting.
"Their employment would terminate no later than July 16," he said.
If the department head decides to resign or retire, Tracy said that information will be released immediately.
State law gives the mayor the authority to fire department heads but requires him to report his reasons to the council.
"The mayor shall have power except as otherwise provided to remove from office any officer appointed by him, whenever he shall be of the opinion that the interests of the municipality demand such removal, but he shall report the reasons for his removal to the council at its next regular meeting, " says South Dakota Codified Law 9-14-13.
The Daily Republic contacted Overweg, Schilling, Rodiek and Thurman on Thursday evening, but all declined to comment. Calls made to the remaining department heads were not answered or immediately returned, other than Stiles' emailed letter.
Tracy made public the possibility that some of the jobs of the city ' s top officials could be in jeopardy following Monday ' s council meeting at which Tracy and five council members were sworn in. At that meeting, a private session was conducted to discuss the department heads.


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Chromecast can now mirror your Android screen to your TV: here's which phones will support it
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6. AwesomestMaximuss (Posts: 146; Member since: 09 Jul 2013)
I believe we could do this since Galaxy s2....
21. steedsofwar (unregistered)
I have the LG G2 and this was the one thing stopping me from getting the chromecast. NOW it's a no brainer.
2. SellPhones82 (Posts: 569; Member since: 11 Dec 2008)
Nice! Guess I won't need "Mirror" anymore! So the "Cast Screen" button will be different than the one that is already in the Setting menu under Display?
3. RebelwithoutaClue (Posts: 3575; Member since: 05 Apr 2013)
Nice! Although I do wonder if sending screen data over WiFi when playing a game, will be fast enough to actually play the game on your TV. I play zen pinball regularly and wouldn't like to miss balls because of slow data.
8. Vexify (banned) (Posts: 570; Member since: 16 Jun 2014)
Works flawlessly with my 5s and Apple TV, so it shouldn't be a problem with CCast. Maybe it depends which game you play though.
12. RebelwithoutaClue (Posts: 3575; Member since: 05 Apr 2013)
Both devices are 802.11n capable, so that shouldn't be the problem. Does Apple TV support the 5 Ghz band? I do know Chromecast doesn't.
14. Napalm_3nema (Posts: 2236; Member since: 14 Jun 2013)
It does.
9. Berzerk000 (Posts: 4275; Member since: 26 Jun 2011)
They showed a live demo in the keynote and it looked practically in sync.
4. PAPINYC (banned) (Posts: 2315; Member since: 30 Jul 2011)
Great, got a Note 3 just in time :)
Finally, some awesome news without that Atrocious letter i '-)
5. msa1988 (Posts: 418; Member since: 30 Mar 2010)
Other than the fact that it's an exact copy of Apple TV, you're right, no correlation to the letter i. /endsarc.
7. JunitoNH (Posts: 1934; Member since: 15 Feb 2012)
You are correct, the main difference, hopefully will be, we saved $64.
11. Vexify (banned) (Posts: 570; Member since: 16 Jun 2014)
Id pay $64 more for a complete ecosystem than limited ability. I have Chromecast. Both are awesome but Apple TV offers so much more.
18. sgodsell (Posts: 4855; Member since: 16 Mar 2013)
If Chromecast now mirrors your Android phone or tablet. So I can play games or browser, facebook, hangouts, Play all access, and so much more. Then how again does Apple TV offer so much more?
Oh wait, that's right it doesn't.
20. Vexify (banned) (Posts: 570; Member since: 16 Jun 2014)
Looks like someone got offended from such a general and opinionated post. Geez, fanboys are sprouting faster than weeds this summer.
22. PAPINYC (banned) (Posts: 2315; Member since: 30 Jul 2011)
That's not they only thing they'll be aSproutin'!
23. PAPINYC (banned) (Posts: 2315; Member since: 30 Jul 2011)
Complete?????? Waste of money maybe! Apple TV; no one I know is dumb enough to use Apple TV. Everyone I know just dl's straight to their phone; oh that's right, you still can't do that unless you dl into iTooones first and then you get an error message. Hah!!!!!
Go play with your Apple TV and leave technology to Android.
24. Vexify (banned) (Posts: 570; Member since: 16 Jun 2014)
You probably know nothing about Apple TV.
I can't stand "streaming" to my TV via my Nexus. I watch all my sh*t straight from my macbook in the zip of a click. Watching my torrented shows and movies from my Macbook is great. Way less hassle than the silly sh*t I need to keep up with. Go stroke your ego somewhere else, tool. Your retardation doesn't work here.
Another clueless and butthurt fanboy.
10. galanoth (Posts: 426; Member since: 26 Nov 2011)
So the GS5 is the only 2014 phone that supports screen casting.
17. PhoneArenaUser (Posts: 5498; Member since: 05 Aug 2011)
25. g2a5b0e (Posts: 3814; Member since: 08 Jun 2012)
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There are myriad reasons for travelers to come visit this unique destination. Mexico's newest luxury destination—the Riviera Nayarit—is ready to be unveiled on the world market. Virtually unknown to the majority of travelers, the Riviera Nayarit is an elegant, exclusive getaway designed to harmonize with the exuberant nature that surrounds it. Riviera Nayarit enjoys a mild tropical climate with an average temperature of a comfortable 77° F. Just 10 minutes north from the Puerto Vallarta´s International Airport, with several gateways from all over the US, Canada and Mexico
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1. Exclusivity
Travelers coming to this destination want to distance themselves from conventional tourist destinations with their crowded beaches and mass-produced tours. The resorts in the Riviera Nayarit provide the refined environment they seek, from the transportation from the airport to the attention paid to the smallest of details and the impeccable service at the resorts, which extends to their restaurants and the different amenities they offer. The white and golden sand beaches with crystal clear waters or the deep blue waves of the Pacific provide the perfect background, while the warmth of its people makes every stay unique.
2. Luxury Hotels
The Riviera Nayarit has an unusually large number of AAA-rated resorts within Mexico, including three Five Diamond Category hotels—the pinnacle of luxury according to the classification of the American Academy of Hospitality Sciences. The hotels themselves vary in style, ranging from intimate boutique properties to large, upscale resort chains.
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3. Pristine beaches with little or no development
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without having to share the sand with any other visitors. Some of the most impressive beaches include those in Nuevo Vallarta, Destiladeras, El Anclote, El Novillero, Punta de Mita, Bucerías and San Francisco. Surfers prefer the waves at San Blas and Sayulita; to the north of Nuevo Vallarta, visitors will enjoy the nearly isolated shores of La Cruz de Huanacaxtle.
4. Golf courses and polo fields provide upscale entertainment
The world's top-notch golf course designers have found in the Riviera Nayarit a privileged spot surrounded by natural beauty, and have taken full advantage of the magnificent views of the ocean, the bays and the estuaries, the exuberant tropical vegetation and the verdant Sierra Madre mountains to create some truly spectacular courses, blessed as well with a pleasant climate for most of the year. The newest greens include the course at Litibú, created by the world-renowned Australian golfer/designer Greg Norman, and El Nayar at Nuevo Vallarta's Mayan Resort, designed by Jack Nicklaus. The area already boasts six world-class courses, with three additional ones in the works. Polo is another sport that has caught the imagination of many visitors to the Riviera Nayarit. The village of San Francisco (San Pancho) is home to La Patrona Polo Club, with a complete program in play from November through May.
5. The largest marina in Mexico
Sailing and fishing are both very pleasurable pursuits on the coast of Nayarit, which may explain why is home of the largest marina in Mexico. The Marina Riviera Nayarit, located in La Cruz de Huanacaxtle, offers 341 yacht slips. It can accommodate even the largest vessels and provides supply boats that offer repair and maintenance services, dry marina, fuel services, yacht club facilities and a VIP lounge. Short boat tours or excursions along the coast are available, with stops for diving or romantic sunset cruises. The marina has hosted many international events, including the 2012 Nautical Extravaganza, which brought in 265 sailors from 20 different countries.
Nayarit also attract lovers of sport fishing thanks to the great variety of species that thrive in its coastal waters. It has an extensive fleet of fast, modern motorboats with all of the amenities and crews with full knowledge about this exciting sport. Several fishing tournaments take place in the area, including the La Cruz de Huanacaxtle Sport Fishing Tournament.
6. Nature at its finest
The state of Nayarit is one of the destinations that give Mexico the reputation for being one of the world's richest countries in biodiversity, history, culture and gastronomy. Here tourists can enjoy luxurious accommodations and experience the beauty of nature with tours along the coast, inland or even in neighboring states—there's a different tour for every day!
Some of the top attractions are:
Nuevo Vallarta- Flamingos – It has the widest, most expansive beaches along the bay, plus golf courses, marinas, a commercial center, two dolphin aquariums and 2 aquatic parks.
Bucerías – This village reflects Mexico's culture at its most genuine with its cobblestone streets and narrow sidewalks. The main square is just a few meters away from the beach and is flanked by several restaurants offering seafood specialties and establishments playing live music.
La Cruz de Huanacaxtle – This traditional fishing village now offers a modern infrastructure, including Mexico's biggest marina.
Punta de Mita – Once home to the ancient Huichol tribes; it's now the site of several luxury hotel chains and world-class golf courses thanks to its astounding natural beauty. The nearby village of El Anclote offers a selection of excellent restaurants.
Islas Marietas National Park- These rocky islands are home to several endangered species of birds; the surrounding coral reefs attract divers from around the world with the fantastic variety and beauty of the marine species that thrive there, including the giant stingray, which can reach a wingspan of over eight meters. UNESCO has declared this area a Biosphere Reserve.
Sayulita – This internationally recognized Hippie-Chic surfing hotspot hosts an international championship every December. It has a variety of restaurants, cafes and bars along its boardwalk, offering everything from the simplest menu to the most exclusive cuisine.
San Francisco – This small village near the sea stands out for its polo club, horseback riding, SCUBA diving, mountain climbing and jungle excursions.
Lo de Marcos – This wide beach receives very few visitors; it enjoys a typically Mexican atmosphere, with great regional food.
Rincón de Guayabitos – Called by many a "hidden gem," this area is characterized by its colorful environment, modern infrastructure and lovely scenery; it's an excellent choice for fishing and diving. Don't miss Jaltemba Bay, famous for its calm waters and known as the "biggest natural swimming pool in Mexico." Inside the bay, Los Ayala tempts palates with a rich regional cuisine based on fish and seafood. The quaint village of La Peñita de Jaltemba is another enjoyable must-see.
San Blas – This is a town of great natural beauty and an important cultural heritage—its history includes pirate expeditions, colonial conquests and participation in Mexico's struggle for independence. Its pristine, isolated beaches with calm waters, tropical rainforest and beautiful panoramic sights are ideal for those who enjoy ecotourism.
Parque Nacional de la Tovara - This bird sanctuary located in a natural habitat of Pacific mangroves can be enjoyed via small boats that take visitors tours to see crocodiles, turtles and other species
Isla Mexcaltitán - Considered the birthplace of Mexican civilization, as it was the departure point for the Mexicas that left the island on their journey towards the central highlands to establish Tenochtitlan (Now Mexico City); today it is considered known as the Venice of Mexico because its streets flood during the rainy season, forcing residents to travel by watercraft.
Los Toriles – The state's most important archaeological zone. The pre-Hispanic ceremonial buildings were built around 650 B.C., including a circular pyramid dedicated to the sun and the moon, the origin and the meaning of the circular pyramid is still unknown.
7. Swim with dolphins, watch the whales and observe the birds
Swimming with the dolphins and sea lions is one of the most popular activities among visitors. After a brief lesson, visitors can enter the water to interact directly with the dolphins and sea lions. There are several programs in the aquatic parks, including some for small children from 4 to 8 years of age. Another big attraction is whale watching, which starts in mid-December through the end of March. The passage of these cetaceans through the Banderas Bay during their annual migration is one of the most spectacular sights on the planet. Their leaps can be seen from the coast or—even more thrillingly—up close and personal aboard a boat. The local birds are also fascinating. About 350 species of native and migratory birds can be found in the local forests, mountains, lagoons and mangroves. Most tours depart from the historical town of San Blas.
8. World-class spas
Guests come here to enjoy a wide variety of spas with many different types of treatments including massages and hydrotherapy, aromatherapy and meditation in close communion with nature. Many spas are located within the major hotels, but there are also independent spa facilities located in nature reserves and more isolated spots. Traditional therapies are offered alongside a variety of indigenous treatments including algae wraps, Mayan mud therapy, hot stone massages and chocolate wraps. One of the most popular treatments is a visit to the temazcal, a kind of sauna that incorporates indigenous therapeutic practices and rituals that enhance your physical, emotional, mental and spiritual wellbeing. Local spas also include international therapies from counties such as Italy, Japan, Thailand, Turkey and Russia.
9. Unparalleled cuisine
The gastronomy of Nayarit, a coastline with a rich diversity of seafood, is based mainly on fish, oysters and shrimp. The region is also known for spicy sauces, plus local delights such as ceviche, enchiladas, shrimp soups and regional fruit jams. The more sophisticated hotels also feature menus with Asian, European, Mexican regional cuisine and even Brazilian haute cuisine. You'll also find a variety of restaurants located right on the most popular beaches, where tourists can enjoy the tasty typical fare of local fishing villages.
10. The region is vibrant with culture and tradition
Those looking to immerse themselves in the history and culture of the state of Nayarit can visit towns such as San Blas and Santa María del Oro with their archaeological sites and historic buildings. The Huichol tribe, native to the state of Nayarit, is an ethnic group that lives in the Sierra Madre Mountains. They managed to escape the period of the Spanish conquest and were little influenced by Mexican culture. It is one of the few tribes in North America that still maintains its ancient rituals, beliefs and language. You can take a tour into the majestic rainforest region where they reside and learn more about their music, their food and their beautiful handicrafts.
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Download the Riviera Nayarit Mexico Travel Brochure as a PDF
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We have prepared some itineraries, so you can surprise your clients with daily activities and places they can enjoy, just print them and give your clients some ideas to know more of the destination!
The Riviera Nayarit has some of the most exclusive hotels not only in Mexico, but in the world. They offer impeccable, discrete service, allowing even the most demanding clients-among them international celebrities and socialites-to fully and confidently enjoy their stay. The scenery is spectacular and there are so many experiences to be enjoyed as a couple that even a quick weekend getaway becomes an unforgettable occasion. Check out this itinerary and pick and choose whatever makes your heart beat faster.
As time goes on the Riviera Nayarit has become a favorite for senior travelers. One of the main attractions is its amazing nature, the tranquil ambiance and the many options available for accommodations, entertainment, relaxation and health.
When we leave on vacation with our kids we always wonder where to go and what to do so the little ones can have a great time and their time off is truly exceptional. So let's get to it and start with some suggestions on the best activities for a spectacular weekend:
Keeping teens occupied is a big challenge, especially since they want their freedom! What better way to channel their energies than showing them how interacting with nature can give them what they want.
There's nothing like getting out of town with a few of your best friends. You know, the ones who have your back on unforgettable adventures. The fun in the Riviera Nayarit has everything to do with the many activities available thanks to the sea, the lagoons and the mountains. A trip with friends can become a thrilling ride-here are some options to put on your travel schedule:
Trips with girlfriends are wonderful: there's so much to talk about there won't be enough time to get caught up. This is why you travel: to share, talk and do things together, to have the place and the space to truly enjoy your friendship.
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New York State Cigarette Tax Battle Rages On
Medical professional and c-store representative come together to pressure New York Governor to collect cigarette tax at Native American reservations.
BUFFALO, N.Y. -- Two representatives from opposing sides of the cigarette taxation issue -- a doctor and a representative for the c-store industry -- came together in agreement this week to push New York state Governor Eliot Spitzer to enforce his plans to collect sales tax on cigarettes sold by Native American businesses in New York to non-Native American customers, The Associated Press reported.
While Dr. Michael Cummings wouldn't mind seeing $10 assessed in taxes on a pack of cigarettes -- enough to defray the medical costs associated with smoking, he said -- Jim Calvin, president of the New York Association of Convenience Stores (NYACS), and the convenience stores he represents, would not stand for such a tax.
However, both men stood side by side in an alliance to pressure Spitzer, who has vowed to settle the issue, the report stated.
While a collection plan has yet to be established, the state is open to a proposal that would provide for tax collection while sharing the revenue with tribes, a spokeswoman said this week. The measure would end Native American retailers' price advantage over non-Native American retailers, which are forced to collect the state's $1.50 per pack tax, the AP reported.
The issue is of great concern to NYACS and Calvin. The organization has frequently attested that the 7,000 members are unable to compete with Native American retailers' reduced prices and the result is millions of dollars in revenue for state and local governments being lost.
Cummings claimed that the lack of tax collection and reduced-price cigarettes encourage smoking, raising the incidence of cancer and heart disease, he said. The public cost of treating smoking-related illnesses amounts to $1,000 per year for every household in the state, he added.
'"We've created a situation where we're making smoking more affordable than it should be," said Cummings, who spoke with Calvin at the office of Erie County Executive Joel Giambra, a former smoker who survived throat cancer, the report stated.
The other side of the debate is also putting pressure on Spitzer as well. Last week, approximately 500 members of the Seneca Indian Nation gathered to try to convince Spitzer otherwise. Members traveled from Allegany and Cattaraugus reservations in western New York for a show of force outside Buffalo City Hall.
"We would like to make a statement to the newly elected governor of New York State, Eliot Spitzer," Seneca President Maurice John said. "We will not become tax collectors for New York state."
Tribal leaders said smoke shops and gas stations run by Native Americans support hundreds of jobs held by non-Native Americans and Native Americans alike.
While the contributions are appreciated, Calvin said: "being an economic force does not excuse any entity from abiding by duly enacted standards for conducting commerce with New Yorkers, and that includes taxation."


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First: The as yet unnamed 65,000-ton, 1,260-passenger ships will be delivered in fall 2010 and summer 2011. They'll be built at Fincantieri's shipyard in Genoa at a cost of $500 million apiece (which works out to about $400,000 per berth; think about that when you hit the hay on one of these new vessels). There's also an option on a third ship.
The size of course is significant in that the new ships will hold 80 percent more passengers than the existing Oceania vessels. But as we reported yesterday, ships are growing bigger in every category. Del Rio emphasized that the line's popular country club ambience -- basically defined as an atmosphere conducive to social interaction amongst passengers -- won't change.
Oceania also divulged its plans for dining and entertainment onboard the new ships. Each will have six different restaurants (the Grand main dining room plus four specialty eateries). In addition to the established Polo Grill steakhouse and Italian Toscana faves that are found onboard the existing trio of Regatta-class ships (which includes Insignia and Nautica), there will also be an elegant French bistro and a Pan-Asian restaurant.
All dining rooms will continue to follow Oceania's open seating tradition and, indeed, the planned ships have enough restaurant space that 150 percent of the passengers onboard can all sit down at basically the same time.
And remarkably, there will be no surcharge to dine at any of them.
Other nifty facts?
Cabins will be significantly bigger -- roughly 50 percent larger in standard categories. There will be 630 staterooms and suites; 96 percent will feature outside views, and 93 percent will have private verandahs.
Cabin types are much broader than on the line's existing ships. For instance, there will be two owner's suites (2,500 square ft. apiece, each two stories high, outdoor Jacuzzi); six vista suites (at the front of the ship), 14 Oceania suites (1,000 square ft., located on top deck and amidships), 125 penthouse suites (500 square ft.) and 438 concierge level balcony staterooms (about 300 square ft.).
Oceania's Spa will be much larger -- though how much so and what additional treatments, facilities and programs will be available -- was not mentioned.
The ship will move at a cruising speed that's 20 percent faster than the existing vessels. "You still can't water ski behind them," quipped Del Rio, "but they are faster." This will give itinerary planners more flexibility ….
Oceania, building on its reputation for superb cuisine, will introduce the Food and Wine Culinary Enrichment Center onboard; like the kitchen theater setup pioneered by Holland America, it too will revert to a cinema when not in use for food demonstrations, workshops, cooking classes and wine tastings.
Bathrooms -- a weakness on the current ships -- will be, says Del Rio "state of the art and as fine as one could have at sea."
Other public spaces will range from signature Oceania touches -- Martinis, Horizons and the Grand Staircase -- to new ones (The Patio).
One of the most interesting pieces of today's announcement involved the new deployments that will launch once ships number one and two are in service. According to Oceania president Bob Binder:
The new ships will sail on the line's most popular itineraries. For instance, the first will take over Regatta's routes, while the second will replace Nautica.
As a result of the added ships, Oceania will place a vessel in Alaska for the very first time.
Also exciting: One of the Regatta-class ships will be repositioned to Australia/New Zealand for an entire winter season.
There will be even more possibilities in Europe because during spring, summer and fall there will be four Oceania ships trawling its waters.
And another vessel will most likely be homeported out of Los Angeles and sail West Coast-based trips -- to South America, Hawaii, and Mexico.
But you'll have to wait. Oceania won't even begin to take reservations until sometime in 2009, Binder said. There is some good news: He anticipates that fares for the new ships will be right in line with those for the classic ones.
Oceania has long been toying with the idea of building new ships, but it wasn't until the company was acquired by Apollo Management that the capital needed was made available.
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Ideal for a romantic getaway for two plus your trusty hound, the Tractor Shed at Great Tew makes a great base for cosy evenings in and romantic walks with Fido from the doorstep.
This charming, Grade II listed cottage dates back to the 17th century and was formerly a sweet shop. Now having been lovingly restored to a good standard, the cottage still retains a wealth of character, with an inglenook fireplace, beams and stone walls but boasting comforts to give you that home from home experience.…
Large in space and luxury, The Grain Store is the perfect destination for getaways with friends and their canine companions in tow.
Situated in the Cotswolds AONB, close by to the historic market town of Chipping Norton, South View Cottage is the ideal location for a fabulous walking holiday. In the heart of Dean, just a couple of miles from the pretty village of Chadlington, South View cottage is the wing of a larger property, set in miles of…
Situated in the village of Alvescot, this detached holiday cottage is the perfect location for a relaxing break. Enjoy the many public footpaths that lead to spectacular Cotswolds countryside and there are many quiet lanes for cycling. The River Thames at Radcott is a few miles away and guests can walk for miles…
Perfect for large families or getaways with a group of friends, The Hay Loft is a wonderfully spacious dog-friendly bolthole in the gorgeous village of Great Tew, set in the Cotswold Hills.
An idyllic countryside retreat, this previous tumbledown cottage has been transformed into the ultimate dog-friendly luxury getaway in the gorgeous village of Great Tew in the Cotswold Hills.
Converted from a former stable, this detached holiday cottage has views over the surrounding countryside. Many excellent walks can be enjoyed, including the Oxfordshire Way and a lovely walk through beech woods and over a stream to the nearby North Leigh Roman Villa.
An eco-friendly luxury barn nestled in the heart of the Cotswolds, with footpaths from the door makes this the ultimate, luxury dog-friendly destination and a fantastic escape for large families or holidays with friends.
The Cart Shed whisks you away into a world of utter relaxation in the charming village of Great Tew nestled in the Cotswold Hills. Ideal for dog-friendly house parties or groups of friends, this lovely barn sleeps up to 10.
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Russian Defense Minister Anatoly Serdyukov stated there should be no cause of concern for Washington and Tel Aviv regarding the possible transfer of P-800 Yakhont cruise missiles from Syria to Hizbullah. "We will supply Yakhont to Syria, we will fulfill the contract," Serdyukov was quoted as saying by ITAR-TASS news agency on Friday.
Serdyukov was speaking in Washington during a visit to the Pentagon.
Russia's arms deal raised the U.S. and Israel concerns that the missiles could be transferred to Hizbullah. "The U.S. and Israel ask us not to supply Syria with Yakhont. But we do not see the concerns expressed by them that these arms will fall into the hands of terrorists," the Russian minister added.
[1] http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w24XZavzXIM
[2] http://www.albawaba.com
[3] http://www.haaretz.com/news/diplomacy-defense/russia-we-will-provide-syria-with-advanced-missiles-despite-israel-u-s-protests-1.314339
[4] http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-11347495
[5] http://www.alarabiya.net/articles/2010/09/17/119517.html


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Twenty-four hours in a day, thirty days in a month, twelve months in a year, thirty-five or forty years in a career – how do we want to spend those hours? What do we want to accomplish, what do we care about? These concerns of time management consultants are also salient for those of us fortunate enough to be collaborative consultants whether in clinical practice, administration, policy or academia. The better we work with others, the more frequently we will be invited to take on new roles.
Yet the success of new invitations and opportunities can easily slide into stress and distress. We all know colleagues who, when asked about their life, say, "Way too busy". And though it can be tempting to consider them important in their many roles, I also find myself wanting to distance. I prefer to socialize, work, and learn from others who do not always appear overwhelmed. We want colleagues and leaders who manage their anxiety and their time, not those who act frenetically like Kramer from the Seinfeld episodes. So how can we do it? How can we take advantage of the multiple opportunities around us without letting them take advantage of us?
I do not pretend to always do it well myself, but I enjoy helping individuals and systems consider their passions and priorities. This has included clinical work with families, team and organizational development, and mentoring of other professionals. As Director of Faculty Development programs for our medical school, it is a privilege to support leaders, or faculty who are considering promotion, and help them think about what they do well and how they can be more successful.
Just like clinical work, it is easier to do it than write about it. My response is to simplify, and to organize my thinking as "Pearls". It is also fun to use alliteration, so I suggest a list of pearls that includes: Passion, Plan, Prioritization, Pro-action, Prioritization, Promotion of Others, and Play.
What's yourpassion? A powerful group exercise is to have people share why they decided to enter their career. Generally, it reflects deep meaning about wanting to make a change or an impact. Reminding ourselves of our ongoing larger commitments is core to professional success. We may not know how we are going to make the difference or what exactly we will do, but stating our core values and purpose helps us form a personal mission statement – a statement that can be used to measure the relevance of new opportunities.
What's your plan?Create your plan to reflect your personal mission statement as well as a realistic appraisal of your interests and energy for new opportunities. Assessing interests seems relatively intuitive. Does this new opportunity excite me? Does it add to my evolving personal mission, or will it distract me and move me further away from the things I most care about? Opportunities for administrative roles are prime examples that require careful consideration. If I take on this Director position, for example, will I really be able to help set the direction of the clinic, or will I spend most of my time involved with budgets?
Assessment of energy is a second factor. Do I care about this opportunity enough to work more? Or if I take on this role, what will I give up? This is the place to consider the developmental trajectory of a career. Early in my career, I made a choice to work three-quarter time, but not when my children were infants and enrolled in excellent child care near their father. Instead, I created more flexibility after I had gained my first academic promotion (part of my personal mission). At that time, my children were in public school, and I was able to participate more with them in sports and after school programs (also part of my personal mission).
A caveat holds for executions of plans. Interviews of later stage satisfied professionals rarely identify a rigid plan about how they achieved success. Instead, most report that they generally knew what they were interested in, but they were also open to new opportunities. The challenge is to take the time to measure those new opportunities against the most important ruler – that of personal passion and commitment.
How can you prioritize according to your plan? There are at least two factors that can help us make choices that move us toward our personal definitions of success. One is to select those opportunities that reflect alignment between our personal mission and the goals of our larger systems. The second is to prioritize activities and opportunities that we can and will actually do.
A clinician in a consulting practice may agree to give a series of parenting talks to a community group because the presenter cares about affirming families in the community (part of their personal mission). Giving those talks also helps market the collaborative practice (alignment with larger system mission). Colleagues skilled in collaboration know how to create win-wins.
The second factor about prioritization is to promise carefully, something I have not always done well. Sometimes opportunities seem so exciting that we jump for them without determining whether we have the skills or whether we can prioritize the time to complete them. Opportunities do not help us meet our goals if we have to apologize for not getting a promised task completed. Just as in personal interactions in which negative comments count far more heavily than positive comments, work that is late, incomplete, or poorly done is remembered far more than work which was appropriately done.
How can you be pro-active without being pushy? Sharing a plan with others helps provide personal commitment. It also makes it clear what help one can use from others. Pro-active professionals ask for formal and informal mentoring, and let others know what they are interested in achieving. "Graceful self-promotion" includes volunteering for an activity, letting a colleague know of an achievement, or informing another why you will not consider an offered opportunity. "Thank you so much for asking me to write the book review. I want to do a good job, and I feel this is not in my area of expertise. But I'd be very interested in reviewing a book about health system redesign. Could you keep me in mind for something like that?"
How can we best promote others? Great leaders celebrate others. Collaborative care professionals know why recognition is important and how to do it well. Appreciation – whether done privately through conversation, emails or notes, or publicly through other forums, builds relationships. Recognition of others creates a culture that facilitates success for many. In the example above, in which the opportunity to write a book review was turned down, a further statement can be helpful. "My colleague would do a great job with this book review. Can I give you her name?" Or, "Would it be helpful for me to think about who might be do a good job with this review and get back to you?" (And then, since it is a promise, make sure you do get back.)
What is the relevance of play? Successful people find ways to create play in their personal life as "balance", but also find joy and play in their work. A sense of play leads to renewal, re-vision, and frequently gratitude. We are fortunate people to be able to engage in work that we have chosen, that is meaningful, and that we enjoy. We are doubly fortunate to be able to continue to determine how we change and grow in our work.
Play is not an add-on, but a responsibility. Play allows us to remember our passion, refine our plans, and prioritize our efforts. Our work is too important to be left to those who just put in their time.
Jeri Hepworth, PhD LMFT is professor and vice chair of the Department of Family Medicine at the University of Connecticut. She is the immediate past president of STFM. Her professional work has focused on families and health, psychosocial issues in medicine, and managing personal and professional stress. Among her publications, she is co-author of 3 books: Medical Family Therapy, The Shared Experience of Illness, and Family Oriented Primary Care.
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On Tuesday, the Western Cape Transport Department released the figures for the road fatalities during the festive season.
The numbers for 2016 were shockingly higher than the previous year, with a 22% increase in pedestrian fatalities.
Sixty pedestrians died in December, in comparison to the 49 who died in 2015.
Since the start of January, 41 more people have died on the Western Cape's roads.
Provincial MEC for Transport and Public Works Donald Grant said; "We'll have to work much closer with road authorities because most pedestrian deaths are in urban areas."
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Each of the main initiatives that the firm focuses on supports the firm's efforts to enhance the future of the community — volunteer trust institute; quarterly on-site blood drive; done-in-a-day service projects; Meals on Wheels; and jeans day donations.
Ms. Lenko and the HR group use a variety of methods to increase participation and buy-in to these programs, including informational meetings, internal newsletters and emails.
Employees are encouraged to spend time helping out in the community and are even able to count work time spent with nonprofits toward their 40-hour work week.
And their efforts must be working quite well.
According to the nomination, employees spent a total of 2,022 work hours with Northeast Ohio nonprofits in 2010.