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A true lady-like look for that special occasion! Crafted from polished sterling silver, this necklace features various round bead cut 6-9mm multi color kunzite beads in strung settings. The necklace comes in your choice of 18''L or 36"L x 5/16"W and is completed with am easy to use magnetic closure. A truly inspiring look that others are sure to admire.
Please note: Necklace length may vary up to 1" due to different size beads. - Gemstone beads may vary in color, size, and/or pattern. Please allow for these natural variations
Part of the Gem Treasures Collection. Made in China. All weights pertaining to diamond weights are minimum weights. Additionally, please note that many gemstones are treated to enhance their beauty. Click here for important information about gemstone enhancements and special care requirements.
Sterling silver, also called fine silver, is a beautifully lustrous cool-toned precious metal favored in fine jewelry among other products. The most reflective of all metals (excluding mercury), sterling silver looks stunning by itself and brings out the best hues in an array of colorful gemstones.
Sterling silver can be polished to a higher sheen than platinum. In fact, Ag, the chemical symbol for silver, comes from a word that means "white and shining." The surface of silver can boast that shiny, polished appearance, or can be brushed, satin, matte, sandblasted, antiqued or oxidized (chemically blackened).
In order to be called sterling silver, a metal must be made up of a minimum of 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% alloy (meaning other metals), including but not limited to copper and nickel. The alloy is added to pure silver to make the metal more durable, tougher and harder. Sterling silver is designated a fineness of "925." Pieces with sterling silver may be marked "sterling."
Finishes on Sterling Silver
Finishing, or plating, is a common treatment with sterling silver. Popular types of plating are rhodium plating, gold plating and anti-tarnish plating. Plating is used to extend the life and sheen of the jewelry. After sizing or buffing a piece of jewelry with a machine, it must be re-plated to restore the finish.
Caring for Sterling Silver
Sterling silver becomes tarnished as the result of a natural chemical process that occurs when sterling silver is exposed to chemicals in the air, rubber, wool and latex. Humidity also plays a role in accelerating tarnishing. It's easy to keep your sterling silver sparkling, though, by taking a few steps to prevent tarnish and other wear and tear.
Kunzite is a rare and expensive semi-precious gemstone that is most famous for its delicately pale, lilac pink color. It is known for its strong pleochroism, meaning it shows lighter and more intense coloring when viewed at different angles. For this reason, the pastel gem is always cut to show the deepest pink color through the top of the gem; the deeper the pink, the more valuable the stone. Because kunzite shows its best color in larger sizes, small sizes tend to be very pale. It needs a certain amount of mass to bring out its color, so stones should weigh at least 10.00ct to be really in the pink. The largest faceted kunzite is an 880.00ct stone that is on display at the Smithsonian Institute in Washington, D.C.
Kunzite is often called the "evening stone" because it should be protected from strong sunlight. Direct sunlight and heat can fade the gem's color over time. It is an especially fragile stone due to its crystalline structure. In fact, kunzite's perfect cleavage and splintery fracture make it one of the most difficult gems to cut. It is a relatively hard gemstone, however, with a hardness rating on the Mohs Scale of 6.0-7.0.
First significantly found in Pala, California in 1902, kunzite is named as a tribute to George F. Kunz. He was the legendary gemologist and chief gem buyer for Tiffany & Co at the turn of the century, and was a pioneer of the science now known as gemology. Kunz wrote The Curious Lore of Precious Stones and searched the world for old stories and legends about gems while seeking new varieties and new deposits. Today, most kunzite is mined in Brazil, Afghanistan and Madagascar, and generally found in larger sizes of 10.00ct or more.
Modern folklore says that kunzite promotes emotional support and balance by helping to keep the mind and emotions in sync. It is believed that the gem aids in giving confidence and connection to a higher self. Many believe it reduces depression, mood swings and stress, while easing tension of tight muscles in the neck and shoulders. It is also suggested that kunzite increases the ability to open the heart to love and trust. In fact, the gem is considered a major gemstone of love, good for improving self-love, unconditional love of others and communication in loving relationships. Also known as a communication stone, kunzite is believed to help people better understand and interact with others.
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Experience the colorful allure of Gem Treasures™ - uniquely created gemstone jewelry designed to make a personal statement. Created with eye-catching details set in 14K gold or silver with brilliant gemstone accents, Gem Treasures™ adds a splash of color and pinch of panache to any look. By offering a full spectrum of gemstones, you can flawlessly embellish your current collection or use these pieces as a trendy foundation for a new collection.
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Learn the secrets behind this beautiful assortment with guest and gem expert Chuck Clemency, whose engaging and dynamic personality brings out the best in gemstone jewelry. Share in his passion for the beauty of gemstones and discover your perfect jewelry counterpart. Share a laugh with Chuck as you make a bold personal statement with Gem Treasures™ Jewelry.
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An astrophysicist, a chief NIH researcher and an FDIC lawyer walk into a church – it might sound like the makings of a joke taking a dig at Washington, DC's power elite. But, in reality, these accomplished area residents are coming together to do something good for their communities, just as others like them have been doing for more than 50 years.
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"The ethos of this group is really unique. You don't get the kind of fighting or competition for rising up that other ensembles get. It's a special thing and I try to nurture that as much as I can," said Walshaw, who works as a music curator with the Library of Congress.
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Also, MB is currently in a triple threat with Red Deluxe and Hurley for 3rd best album. While I understand the hate (and know all too well of the shortcomings of this album) I have a soft place for it in my heart. After Maladroit diminished a lot of hope I had for Weezer to still churn out a truly classic album, hearing the sequence of Perfect Situation, This Is Such A Pity, and Hold Me then The Damage in Your Heart, The Other Way, and the outro to Haunt You Everyday definitely restored it. Shout out to Peace and Pardon Me as well for being solid (albeit a bit cringeworthy at times) tracks.
ah, the street team. is that still going? there was a lot of fuss over it for a short time and then it seemed to just disappear. i haven't seen anyone here mention it for about 3 or 4 years.
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So very pleased with this dental office!! From the time you walk in the front door, you are greeted so kindly and welcoming. They know who you are...not just another patient like so many other medical offices. Fred is so polite. Dr. Lohmann is very professional, yet personable. He takes care of all your dental needs...explaining what he is doing throughout your entire procedure. From basic cleaning to fixing a major gap in my front teeth, Dr Lohmann took the time to make sure not only that the procedure is done very well...but to my expectation!! I have nothing but praises for the Lohmann Dental Office. He will take care of your entire family! Make an appointment to see MY dentist and his crew....you will be sooooo pleased. I am!!!!
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Great Environment – I felt very much at ease with Dr. Lohmann, his staff were very kind. I would recommend this office to anyone.
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Best Dentist in Atlanta – Dr. Lohmann has been my dentist for more than 13 years. His concern for my dental health as always been paramount. Referrals for specialized services have been great and share his sense of professionalism. His office manager, Wendy, is the most helpful and professional person I have ever experienced when dealing with either doctors or dentist. Dr. Lohmann is always well-versed in the newest and greatness dental technology. As long as I live in Atlanta, Dr. Lohmann will be my dentist. If looking for a new dentist.....stop.....your search is over.....call and book an appointment right now!!!!!!
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WORST DENTAL OFFICE EVER. – Okay honestly this is the worst dental office I have ever been to. They are all scientologist and will tell you all about it which is very unprofessional. I actually feel a little bad because they gave me $50 of free services to post this review and I guess assumed I would have a positive one. Who pays their patients to post good reviews? I feel like that should be illegal. I overheard Dr. Lohmann speaking with the office manager Wendy and ALL THEY CARE ABOUT IS GETTING YOUR MONEY. Wendy was terribly unprofessional when I met with her, she smelled of smoke so bad that I gagged. Although the hygienist was pleasant I will never return to this dental office. It is run-down and their equipment is outdated. They do have TV's which was nice. Dr. Lohmann can ONLY perform fillings and crowns. For all other services he refers you out, to me that is not a very good dentist. I don't like to judge on religion but scientologist are nuts.
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"My Grandma has been making this calamari salad for all the years I can remember at our traditional Christmas Eve dinner."
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Nice recipe and great as an appetizer. I added cut up shrimp to mine. I steamed the calamari about 7-9 mins. Steaming is a gentler way of cooking and it makes it harder to overcook, which you don't want to do. Put some fresh bay leaves and the peel of 2 lemons in the water your steaming over. Cover and cook for several minutes, stirring often. Dress the calamari when it's still hot then chill so flavors meld. Remove from fridge alittle before you eat it and re-toss in dressing.
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Yummy...Loved it!! I saut'eed the calamari in olive oil with the garlic.
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This was excellent. I only made a couple of changes. I used 2 lbs of squid instead of 3. I added about a quarter of a red onion, chopped finely and I also added a small portion of shredded napa cabbage. I added the napa cabbage because that is what one of our local restaurants does with their calamari salad. I would highly recommend this recipe!
I am not a big fan of squid but I thought this recipes was alright. However, my husband (a seafood fanatic) loves this recipe especially on top of a green salad.
Healthy and delicious - thanks, Claire!
This is a delicious salad. We took the advice of others and steamed the calamari. I think next time we make it, I may try to roast the calamari or grill it.
Very good. I made this as one of the appetizers for Christmas Eve. A keeper.
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The league record may not show it, at least not yet, but Bethlehem Catholic is a much improved boys basketball team.
The Golden Hawks are 0-3 in the Lehigh Valley Conference, having played Easton, Freedom and Liberty in their own division — arguably the best division of the LVC and the three best teams in the league.
But once out of the area, Becahi showed what it could do last week by rolling to the title of the 24th annual Robert H. Griffith Holiday Classic to benefit York County Special Olympics.
The tournament was held at York Vo-Tech and the Golden Hawks were impressive in dismantling Southwestern 62-53 in the semis and then routing York Catholic 68-36 for the title.
Those wins put Becahi at 4-4 and in position to make a run at the program's first District 11 appearance since 2007.
There's a long way to go and the LVC is as treacherous as ever, but the Golden Hawks come out of the holiday break with plenty of spirit.
"We feel good about what we're doing and have a lot of confidence right now," said second-year coach Mike Frew. "I'm most pleased with our commitment on the defensive end. We held Southwestern to 12 points in the first half and they have two college-level players on their roster. And then the next night against York Catholic, which always has good shooters, we held them to 10 points in the first half.
"The defense took over in both games. When you hold teams to 12 and 10 points in the first half, you're going to have a good shot at winning, and we shot the ball well ourselves."
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A lot of focus is on 6-foot-11 senior center Matt Husek, who has committed to Holy Cross.
But the Golden Hawks rely heavily on non-seniors. Freddie Simmons, who was named tournament MVP, is only a sophomore. Darwin St. Cyr, a junior, made the all-tourney team along with Husek.
It has been a nice mix of senior leaders with younger, rising standouts.
Among the younger guys is freshman DeAndre Tillett, who is a step-brother of Allen High legend Ray Barbosa. He is getting minutes along with many other underclassmen.
"To see where we were a year ago to where we are now, we've made a lot of progress to say the least," Frew said. "Even in most of our losses, we were competitive. We took Easton to the wire and at Freedom we had it to four with under 50 seconds left. Plus, we are doing a lot of positive things on and off the court."
Among those things was something the team did in York.
Robyn Liggins-Smith of Special Olympics York County sent out an email telling how the Becahi kids got together on their own after seeing and hearing about the Special Olympics program.
They took it upon themselves to pass around a hat and collect $250 from coaches, family members and friends and made an unsolicited donation to Special Olympics York County.
The team made the presentation to Special Olympian Jeanne Goodling, who was in attendance. Just a classy, well-done gesture by the Bethlehem Catholic kids.
"We were told that no out-of-town team had won that tournament in a long time," Frew said. "So, the kids took a lot of pride in winning the tournament and putting Bethlehem Catholic on the map. But even bigger is how the kids are getting along off the court.
"I am having more fun coaching this group of kids than I've had coaching any other group. It's not even about the winning. We've really done a lot of behind-the-scenes stuff that has been very positive. We've had team dinners, we've gone to church together. The kids have really come together more than they've been in the past and it's a fun group to be around."


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STEUBENVILLE - Two Steubenville High School student-athletes will remain in the juvenile court system following a judge's ruling Thursday afternoon in Jefferson County Juvenile Court.
Visiting Judge Tom Lipps did allow Trent Mays, 16, of Bloomingdale and Malik Richmond, 16, of Steubenville, to be released from the juvenile detention center. The juveniles will be under monitored house arrest. Mays and Richmond were charged with rape following an incident on Aug. 11-12. Mays also faces a charge of illegal use of a minor in nudity-oriented material.
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This year marks the 34th Telluride Mountainfilm Festival, and true to its roots, there are films about life in the mountains. Opening night brings Bidder 70, telling the story of Tim DeChristopher, the University of Utah student who effectively monkey-wrenched a Bureau of Land Management oil and gas lease auction, from Telluride-based filmmakers Beth and George Gage. Bidder 70 chronicles DeChristopher's successful but bogus bids to lease pristine lands surrounding Arches and Canyonlands National Parks, which led to federal felony charges. Over the next two years of trial postponements, DeChristopher, now serving a two-year sentence in Colorado's Englewood Correctional Institution, became a folk hero, created a climate justice organization called Peaceful Uprising.
As environmentalists mobilize to save lands from destruction, humanists mobilize to save the planet from the calamitous effects of overpopulation. With the world's population hitting 7 billion in October 2011, it's fitting that population is the theme of this year's symposium, with Stanford University professor and author Paul Ehrlich, whose 1968 book, The Population Bomb, warned of impending mass starvation and social upheavals, in the wake of unlimited population growth, as its keynote speaker.
"So many people in the Mountainfilm world really wanted this topic," Festival Director David Holbrooke says, of the groundswell of support for this most pressing global issue to be the theme for the festival's traditional Friday symposium. Population is in effect the culmination of topics of years past ranging from energy to water, food and extinction. Indeed, it's so systemic, Holbrooke says, that his initial reaction was, "What do you say? But as I looked into it, I realized it's an incredibly complex and tricky subject."
Overpopulation and its attendant tragedies are at the heart of The Tenth Parallel by journalist Eliza Griswold, about the circle of latitude 10 degrees north of the Earth's equatorial plane, cutting a swath the author describes as "the fault line between Christianity and Islam." Every country, from Indonesia to Nigeria, Holbrooke says, "is on one side Christian and on the other side Islam … people are procreating like crazy for various reasons."
Of Griswold, who will speak at Friday's symposium, and be at Sunday's two-hour Reading Frenzy, Archbishop Desmond Tutu wrote: "In this revolutionary work, Griswold has dedicated the last seven years of her life to traveling in the world's least known places to explore the encounter between Christianity and Islam in Africa and Asia. She has brought back the unforgettable stories of Christians and Muslims along the tenth parallel whose faith is shaping the world's future. Griswold's courageous pilgrimage changes the way we think about Christianity and Islam by exploding any simplistic "clash" narrative. She returns us to the most basic truth of human existence: that the world and its people are interconnected."
Add in the tenth parallel's ecological sensitivity, making it a bellwether for climate change, and you have "a perfect storm," says Holbrooke. He adds, however, that the the education of girls and empowerment of women is a powerful antidote to overpopulation, "that clearly correlates to lower birth rates."
In more northern latitudes, Chasing Ice photographer Jim Balog chronicles the stories of our glaciers, via time-lapse cameras, as they shrink, melting so fast, "like air being let out of the balloon," Balog tells viewers, that one glacier has lost as much height as that of the Empire State Building, over the last two-and-a-half decades. Holbrooke describes Chasing Ice as "a groundbreaking film about climate change [and] the harbinger of an uncertain future.
"Every film, in its own way, is really worthwhile," Holbrooke says of the 70-plus films in the festival, and because "much of what you take away from a film is what you bring to it – your mood, energy and receptivity to new ideas," he does go on to list some films that "will resonate with audiences in a real and sustained way."
Ai Weiwei: Never Sorry: Artist Ai Weiwei is a major cultural and political force in China. His fearlessness shines through in this inspiring documentary by first-time filmmaker Alison Klayman.
Big in Bollywood: This rollicking fun, feel-good tale is about a California-born actor with little connection to his parents' homeland of India until he's asked to audition for a role in a Bollywood film, which turns out to be a hit and turns his life upside down.
Darwin: This elegiac and haunting story about a small, remote California desert town weaves together the story of its boom/bust mining history, the mysterious military base nearby where secret weapons are tested, and the unforgettable residents who have chosen to live life on their own terms.
Ethel: Rory Kennedy, the youngest daughter of Ethel and Robert F. Kennedy, made this touching and tender, yet surprisingly funny, film about her mother.
Fambul Tok: This deep and powerful film tells the story of a way to forgiveness in Sierra Leone after a brutal civil war left the country riven.
The Tsunami and the Cherry Blossom: This stunningly beautiful film by Lucy Walker (director of Waste Land) movingly melds the seemingly disparate topics of the Japanese tsunami and the onset of the traditional Cherry Blossom season.
Living Downstream: Sandra Steingraber is a quietly powerful voice who makes the link between our environment and our health by telling her own story and extrapolating it to the many unnatural toxins in our world.
Winter's Wind: Skiing is life. That's the motto for this allegorical – yet very real – ode to the ski bum.
Of this year's festival, Holbrooke concludes: "The guests, films and artists all cover a broad range of interests, and we're sure that everyone will find something at Mountainfilm that moves them." For more information and a detailed schedule, visit www.mountainfilm.org/festival.
Regional Filmmakers Exhibit at Mountainfilm
TELLURIDE – The work of regional filmmakers is a fixture at Mountainfilm, and the festival, in turn, supports special events and programming geared toward locals. This year's regional contributions range from the premiere of George and Beth Gage's Bidder 70 to free films (screening Wednesday-Monday evenings at High Camp in Town Park to artist in residence BK Adams * I Am Art to Making Movies That Matter, an educational workshop for teachers.
Another premiere is Lady B's First Winter, longtime resident Scott Ransom's film following the evolution of Telluride Ski Patroller Gary Richard's avalanche dog Lady B from puppy to professional. Also premiering is Load Bearing, which highlights the Telluride Adaptive Sports Program, featuring Telluride entrepreneurs and cyclists James and Summer Colt, and photographer Drew Ludwig.
Mountainfilm stalwart Ben Knight, of Felt Soul Media, premieres his short ski haiku filmed in Japan, Unicorn Sashimi. Also screening (off the schedule) are The Local's Bite, a short horror film by Scott Upshur, and Into Thick Air, in which Rob Story, his twin brother and a few friends summit the seven highest peaks in the Midwest. Mountainfilm will also screen trailers from Telluride filmmakers who received Mountainfilm Commitment Grants: Uranium Drive-In (from Bag It's Suzan Beraza and her team at Reel Thing Productions) and DamNation (from Felt Soul Media's Ben Knight and Travis Rummel).
"Mountainfilm is strongly rooted in its hometown. Without this creative and supportive community, our festival would be significantly diminished. One of the best things about Mountainfilm is how much it inspires local talent, and it is important to us that we continue to do that," says Holbrooke.
The free-of-charge Base Camp Outdoor Theatre in Telluride Town Park returns for its second year with an expanded schedule that stretches from Wednesday, May 23, through Monday, May 28, with 9 p.m. showtimes.
As always, Mountainfilm offers free Coffee Talks, Saturday-Monday at 8 a.m. Grab a Mountainfilm program, or visit mountainfilm.org online for a detailed schedule of discussion topics and guests online.


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Drop by Cafe Bar for Drinks before the film begins, for a chance to save $10 on a pair of movie tickets! Two tickets @ regular cost = ($12.50 + $12.50) = $25 Two tickets w/ Cafe Bar���s discount = ($7.50 + $7.50) = $15 We save you $10! Good at any REGAL CINEMAS theater nationwide. Nearest Location: UA Kaufman Astoria Stadium 14 35-30 38th Street Long Island City NY 11101
cafe bar is awesome! – Cafe Bar has improved BIG TIME !! The new staff is definitely much much better, the service is really attentive and yes, the food takes a little while, but is really fresh and super delish, try the skirt steak salad or the tilapia or the cold cuts and cheeses platter.
We've tried this place many times and i must say, Cafe Bar has improved big time ! Last Saturday we had the best time EVER, the live music was awesome, the wait staff was excellent, it was an ugly, rainy, cold night, but at Cafe Bar was summer all over.
awesome neighborhood bar – My husband and I visit Cafe Bar about once a week, and it's definitely our go-to spot. The drinks are good and the food is delicious. Their patio is really nice (but tough to get a table) in good weather. We like the eclectic look of the place, which is a lot different from most other Queens bars (i.e. it doesn't have 4 televisions over the bar).
Cafe Bar seems to have gone through some upheaval lately. Up until last fall they had a great and attentive staff who were capable and friendly and knew we were regulars. Then they disappeared, and seem to have been replaced by just one awful waiter who would sit down while taking our order and was somewhat disrespectful at times. Then they did the renovation, and there is a new staff. The bad waiter is gone, and the new staff is great. I am not sure I love the renovation, but we still go there all the time and are glad that they seem to have sorted out their issues with their waitstaff. I love Cafe Bar!
love this place – already going there more than 2 years-and everytime is nice crowed,nice meals...overall cool place !
Burger at the Bar – The bartender ruined my experience. He was rude and pretentious. He told me I had to be patient he was busy when he avoided giving me my change for 10 minutes.
Great brunch spot! – I love going here for brunch, especially when the weather is nice enough to allow outdoor seating. The mimosas are fantastic, and I've never been disappointed with a dish here. Sure, the service is a bit slow, but I find that to be the case with most places in Astoria, so it doesn't bother me at all.
Cool Spot in Astoria – I love to come to this place and write. It has a very Bohemian feel, and a cute decor. The menu is good if a little overpriced, and the food does take a while to come out. I like it more as a coffee shop than as a restaurant, but my best friend and I tend to frequent it once and a while brunch. Over all, I'm a fan.
Used customer for sale! – This place is just plane terrible when it comes to prices and service. Do NOT go when your STARVING for the wait in food reaches almost an hour at busy times. The music is not what it used to be, and
the environment has changed a alot in terms of customers and staff . Weekends they do have some good brunch, but wow no free mimosa or coffee at such a high price IN Astoria?
No thanks... 2 meals 2 cocktails 1 dessert = 60 dollars!!! and you thought manhattan was expensive..
You'll find better prices at a SLEW of other cafe bars in the area..
Good for drinks, bad for food – If you order food here, you'll have to wait 60-90 minutes to get it--even if the place isn't busy and the dish isn't complicated--and what you get won't be worth the wait. Stick to drinks only here.
Cool, LayedBack, Relaxed and Friendly – I recently wandered into this bar for a late night/early morning bevvy or two when visiting a pal who lives in el Barrio. It has some cool-looking retro decor, especially the stained-glass window.
The bar staff were attentive and friendly, as were the couple of locals we shared some chat with.
If the these girls are representative of the regular clientele (attractive, confident and smart) then Cafe Bar has a lot going for it (apart from its name): people make the place.
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Reduxion Theatre Company to Perform "Love Labour's Lost"
Reduxion Theatre Company (RTC) in Oklahoma City opens their production of "Love's Labour's Lost." Reduxion Theatre takes Shakespeare's comedy and incorporates period music, comedy and romance. "Love's Labour's Lost" is set in 1953 Spain and explores the idea of love and loss.
Erin Woods, the director of the show and RTC managing director says that if you've never heard of "Love's Labour's Lost" you are not alone; "It is a lesser performed comedy by William Shakespeare, but a dynamic and very romantic show perfect for the Valentine holiday." Woods said, "This show is one of Shakespeare's brightest and liveliest, and audiences will love seeing something they've never seen before. I can't wait for our patrons to see it."
In addition to the performance, RTC hosts an Opening Night Gala directly following the opening show on February 8th. The Gala is free of charge for anyone who attends the opening night performance, and includes food, drink and fun. A "Couples Package" is available throughout the run of the show and includes preshow champagne and couple's cupcakes at intermission.
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Environmental Indicators:
Better Coordination Is Needed to Develop Environmental Indicator Sets That Inform Decisions
GAO-05-52: Published: Nov 17, 2004. Publicly Released: Nov 17, 2004.
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Environmental indicator sets assemble quantitative measures of conditions and trends (known as indicators) to assess the state of the environment and natural resources and to gauge progress toward specific goals. Such sets are now being developed to bridge the gap between needed and available information and to prioritize further data collection. The widespread development and use of environmental indicator sets has led federal and nonfederal entities to consider the benefits such sets provide when measuring performance and improving oversight of environmental programs. In this context, GAO was asked to identify (1) the purposes for which federal and nonfederal organizations are developing and using environmental indicator sets, and how they are being used; and (2) the major challenges facing the development and use of environmental indicator sets.
GAO identified the purposes for developing environmental indicator sets and major challenges facing their development and use to inform decisions by interviewing key experts, surveying developers and users, and studying eight major indicator sets. GAO found that federal and nonfederal organizations develop environmental indicator sets for several purposes, including assessing conditions and trends, communicating complex issues, and supporting performance management activities. Some environmental indicator sets are limited to use within specific political jurisdictional boundaries, while others are confined to specific natural areas, such as watersheds, lake basins, or ecosystems. Similarly, some sets address specific resources, such as water quality or land use, while others focus on quality of life issues or sustainable development. The indicator sets GAO reviewed are primarily used to assist in strategic planning efforts, communicate complex environmental issues, and track progress toward environmental goals. Environmental indicator set developers, both federal and nonfederal, commonly face several major challenges. Such challenges include ensuring that a sound, balanced process is used to develop indicators, which can require a resource-intensive effort to address the needs of potential users. Similarly, obtaining sufficient data on environmental conditions and trends and their causes is particularly problematic. Another key challenge in developing useful environmental indicator sets involves coordinating and integrating the various related federal and other indicator sets in order to advance knowledge about the environment. In this regard, the efforts of the Council on Environmental Quality's (CEQ) Interagency Working Group on Indicator Coordination are promising, but they lack the long-term, stable institutional arrangements needed to ensure continued guidance and coordination of federal activity in this area. Moreover, indicator sets designed to link management activities, environmental and natural resource conditions and trends, and human and ecological health have difficulty because many such relationships are not well understood. To that end, the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) continuing work to develop indicators to assist the agency's efforts to manage for results highlights this challenge. While EPA has made progress, its efforts to better understand such relationships over many years have been hampered not only by technical difficulties in establishing linkages between program activities and changes in the environment, but also by changes in leadership within the agency and the absence of a systematic approach, including clear expectations, milestones, and designated resources. Such institutional arrangements would enable the agency's senior management, Congress, and other stakeholders to monitor and assist EPA's efforts toward a complete and periodically updated Report on the Environment.
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Recommendation: To provide a comprehensive picture of environmental and natural resource conditions and trends to assess the nation's position and progress, the Chairman of CEQ should develop institutional arrangements needed to ensure a concerted, systematic, and stable approach to address the challenges associated with the development, coordination, and integration of environmental indicator sets. Such arrangements should be capable--either separately or jointly--of assisting in the development, selection, evaluation, and refinement of a national system of environmental indicators. The arrangements should provide for the coordination of federal data collection, monitoring, and statistical compilation activities, including consolidation and prioritization of data gaps, to support environmental indicators. Arrangements should also be capable of guiding and coordinating environmental indicator development and use, including creating a clearinghouse for best practices and lessons learned. The Chairman's strategy should incorporate the best available information technology to develop an information architecture for collecting, maintaining, and distributing environmental information. Moreover, the Chairman should provide for methods to identify environmental research and development focus areas. Finally, the system of arrangements should be designed to ensure the authority and credibility of its outputs.
Agency Affected: Executive Office of the President: Council on Environmental Quality
Status: Closed - Implemented
Comments: As noted in our followup discussions, the Counsel on Environmental Quality has clearly met the purpose of our recommendation.
Recommendation: Building on EPA's initial efforts on indicators and to evaluate the purposes that indicators might serve, the EPA Administrator should establish clear lines of responsibility and accountability among EPA's various organizational components and identify specific milestones, resources, and other requirements for developing and using environmental indicators to inform the agency's strategic systems for planning, budgeting, and reporting on progress.
Agency Affected: Environmental Protection Agency
Status: Closed - Implemented
Comments: EPA has continued with an aggressive indicators program, and involves its various offices (and other federal agencies, such as USDA, NOAA, and CEQ)in the process, It also has and continues to use the indicators extensively in its strategic planning processes.
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