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|From the moment our plane touched down in Liberia, Costa Rica and the pilot had to slam on the breaks to avoid hitting a giant iguana, this trip has been about animals. Costa Rica is a great place for animals! You can't seem to go 10 miles without seeing a National Park. It makes for some convenient tourist-ing, that's for sure.
I don't know if you knew this, but Della likes animals. I mean, she really likes them. Like really likes them. So this has been great being able to see all the animals through her eyes. Everything is so cute from the gecko to the howler monkey and pretty much everything in between*.
And while we haven't been able to get a photo of her with every animal we've seen, we thought it might be fun to try. So, without further ado, here're a few picture of Della with animals in Costa Rica. (Be sure to read the caption for the story.)
It's not only the native and wild animals that are of interest.
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|on Fri 09th Dec, 2016 11:28 pm EST mom said:
And let me tell you about the Iguana that jumped in my lap to get a banana chip at Manuel Antonio. Surprise!
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The average time to complete an order is between 10 and 12 weeks. This is only an estimate and not a guarantee. All furniture is built to order; therefore the date of completion will be determined by the individual craftsman who is building the furniture.
Where is the furniture built?
The furniture is built in small, family owned work shops in Ohio, Indiana and Pennsylvania. All of the furniture is constructed in the United States using wood grown in the United States and Canada.
What is Quarter Sawn Oak?
Quarter Sawn Oak is obtained by milling the oak wood a particular way. At the mill, the oak log is quartered first. Then the saw blade is run perpendicular to the growth rings of the tree. In doing this, the oak takes on a very distinctive look with a tight, straight grain. This process is labor intensive and less of the tree is turned into building material, so Quarter Sawn Oak is more expensive than Flat-Sawn Oak.
Are there any veneers or laminates used in the furniture?
Certain pieces may contain furniture grade veneers for back panels, shelf boards or drawer bottoms. If you are unsure whether a piece of furniture contains veneer, ask us. If you don't want any veneers, tell us, we will build it solid through out. There are NO laminates used in any of the furniture. Otherwise, all pieces contain only solid wood, either oak, cherry, maple, hickory, walnut or poplar.
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It's wild ramp season! This month's Donation Creation pizza features citrus marinated pork loin, spinach, and grilled asparagus with a roasted cherry tomato and wild ramp base, topped with Roth Cheese Buttermilk Blue.
In conjunction with their annual Rally on May 19 & 20, proceeds will benefit Door County Scottie Rally, whose mission is to foster fellowship amongst people who are passionate about Scottish Terriers.
In addition to their annual rally, the 501 c3 organization strives to educate the public and owners regarding issues which impact the health and welfare of Scottish Terriers. The Door County Scottie rally also provides financial support of Scottish Terrier health related research and contributes financially to STCA Scottish Terrier rescue.
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sponsorship of Flat jockeys championship 2016: Stobart Group will extend its support of the Flat Jockeys' Championship for 2016 following the inaugural sponsorship of last year's Championship and the 2015/16 Stobart Jump Jockeys' Championship.
The official Championship for Flat jockeys begins at Newmarket's QIPCO Guineas Festival (Saturday 30th April–Sunday 1st May 2016), concluding at Ascot on QIPCO British Champions Day (Saturday 15th October 2016).
Andrew Tinkler, Chief Executive of Stobart Group said: "It's with pleasure that we continue our support of the Flat Jockeys' Championship for a second season and we're looking forward to another exciting year. We had a great winner in Silvestre De Sousa last year at Ascot along with all the Stobart Jockeys of the Month who were recognised for their outstanding achievements. We hope our sponsorship can help to promote the courageous work that jockeys do and raise the profile of the sport up and down the country whilst promoting the Stobart brand in the process."
Last year, Silvestre De Sousa was the runaway victor of the title race finishing on 132 winners for the season, more than 30 clear of his nearest rivals – William Buick and Paul Hanagan in joint second. De Sousa was joined by his friends and family, many of whom made the journey over from Brazil to see him crowned on QIPCO British Champions Day.
Silvestre De Sousa said: "Winning my first Jockeys' Championship last year was a career highlight, and to be crowned at Ascot in front of my weighing room colleagues, friends and family, is something I'll never forget. I will be giving it my all to try and win a second title this year, but I know the lads in the weighing room won't make it easy for me."
James Doyle commented: "The Championship looks really competitive this year and the other guys won't be giving me an inch, but I ride for Godolphin and that gives me a certain advantage with the quality of horse I am lucky enough to ride and means I have a chance."
There will be plenty of jockeys holding viable claims to the title including Ryan Moore, widely regarded as the best jockey in the world, whilst the depth of horses available to the likes of Paul Hanagan, William Buick, James Doyle and Andrea Atzeni means they will be competitive throughout the season.
Michael Shinners, Horse Racing PR Manager for Sky Bet, said: "As the betting suggests, Silvestre De Sousa and Ryan Moore look the two who will fight it out for the Stobart Flat Jockeys' Championship. De Sousa was a comfortable winner last season, although, granted a clear run without injuries, Ryan Moore could well chase him all the way. Paul Hanagan might also be in with a shout, early evidence suggests Sheikh Hamdan Al Maktoum has a strong team for 2016 and Paul will continue to pick up rides for Richard Fahey as well."
Rod Street Chief Executive of Great British Racing, said: "We were treated to a fantastic champion in Silvestre De Sousa last year and witnessed a fierce battle for the Champion Apprentice title which eventually was won by Tom Marquand. This year looks ultra-competitive and we are very grateful to Stobart Group for their continued support for a second year. Their sponsorship has allowed us to generate greater interest in the Championships and the jockeys themselves, and we are looking forward to another thrilling contest."
The Champion Jockey will collect £25,000, whilst the runner-up will take home £10,000 and the Leading Apprentice Jockey £5,000. Further cash prizes will be awarded to the jockey who rides the most winners in Britain during the full calendar year (£15,000) and for the leading jockey during the All-Weather Championships (£10,000). Additionally, there will also be monthly cash prizes worth a total £2,000 up-for-grabs for the Stobart Jockey of Month award – which is designed to acknowledge a variety of jockeys throughout the Weighing Room – as well as £25,000 for a PJA special welfare project which will benefit all PJA members.


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This seems a bit fragile, I had a problem where Skype video calls froze the system and only a hard reboot would get it back. Frustrating to say the least.
I put the question on the Microsoft forums, and was instructed on how to reset it using the W10 panel and not the legacy software inventory panel.
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22 September 2013
The Palestinian Human Rights Organisations Council (PHROC) would like to express its deep regret at the European Union's (EU) position on and non-participation in agenda item 7 of the United Nations (UN) Human Rights Council (the Council). Item 7, relating to "the human rights situation in Palestine and other occupied Arab territories," has been a standing item on the Council's agenda since its creation in 2006 and similarly appeared on the agenda of the former Human Rights Commission. This agenda item has provided a vital platform for highlighting the persistent violations of international human rights and humanitarian law committed in these territories over a 46-year period.
Date: 19 September 2013
Dear High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Chair of the Council's United Nations Working Party, and Chair of the Council's Working Party on Human Rights,
The Palestinian Human Rights Organisations Council (PHROC) would like to express its deep regret at the European Union's (EU) position on and non-participation in agenda item 7 of the United Nations (UN) Human Rights Council (the Council). Item 7, relating to "the human rights situation in Palestine and other occupied Arab territories," has been a standing item on the Council's agenda since its creation in 2006 and similarly appeared on the agenda of the former Human Rights Commission. This agenda item has provided a vital platform for highlighting the persistent violations of international human rights and humanitarian law committed in these territories over a 46-year period.
Nevertheless, during the 22nd session of the Council in March 2013, the EU expressed its preference for addressing the human rights situation in Palestine under general agenda Item 4 on "Human rights situations that require the Council's attention". The EU also stated that it would "like to avoid a proliferation of reports and mechanisms under Item 7". In so doing, the EU effectively voiced its disapproval of a separate item addressing the Israeli occupation and gave its support for its removal. In the same vein, the EU decided not to participate in the General Debate under Item 7 during the 23rd session of the Council in June 2013. The EU's position on Item 7 fails to consider the unique traits of the Israeli occupation, the UN's particular responsibilities in securing peace between the relevant parties given its integral role in Israel's establishment, and the international community's inaction in bringing Israel's violations of international law to an end.
The reasons warranting Item 7
Contrary to claims that Item 7 is the Council's only country-specific agenda item and is therefore providing for unparalleled attention to violations committed by Israel, Item 7 was established to address the human rights situation in territories, Palestinian and Syrian, occupied by Israel in 1967. It is the unique nature of the occupation itself, the ensuing implications for international peace and security, and the inability of Palestinians to enjoy their inalianble rights that demand international scrutiny. Whereas occupation of a foreign territory was envisioned to be of a temporary nature, thus vesting sovereignty over the territory with the occupied population instead of with the Occupying Power, Israel has repeatedly demonstrated its intention to exercise sovereign rights over the territories it has occupied. In the Occupied Palestinian Territory (OPT) Israel has illegally annexed East Jerusalem and exercises full control over Area C, including through the construction and expansion of settlements, while isolating the Gaza Strip from the rest of the OPT. In so doing, Israel is violating the indisputable prohibition against annexation by the use of force and the right of the Palestinian people to self-determination, amounting to a serious breach of peremptory norms of international law and a violation of the prohibition on colonialism.
Article 41 of the International Law Commission (ILC) Draft Articles, which reflects customary international law, affirms that all States are under an obligation to actively cooperate to bring any serious breach of peremptory norms of international law, such as the violation of the right to self-determination, to an end through lawful means. According to the same Draft Articles, this cooperation could be organised either in the framework of a competent international organisation or through means of non-institutionalised cooperation. Although Article 41 does not indicate what measures States should take in order to bring serious breaches to an end, Item 7 provides exactly such a forum of cooperation.
The inviolable right to self-determination is thus of special concern to the UN and its Member States, and deserves special attention by means of highlighting the matter through its bodies for as long as the violation is perpetrated. Indeed, the very purpose of the UN is "to develop friendly relations among nations based on respect for the principle of equal rights and self-determination of peoples." Despite the unquestionable value of reports, findings and recommendations by independent experts and committees addressing violations committed within the occupied territory, a forum such as Item 7, in which Member States cooperate to monitor the human rights situation within occupied Arab territories, could fulfil State responsibilities arising from such serious breaches of peremptory norms of international law.
The prolonged nature of Israel's military occupation of the OPT has allowed for the institutionalisation of its discriminatory treatment of the Palestinian people as a matter of policy while access to effective legal remedy is systematically denied to the occupied population. The UN Fact-Finding Mission on Israeli Settlements in the OPT reaffirmed that the Israeli High Court of Justice has rendered the issue of settlements – recognised as illegal and an obstacle to international peace and security – non-justiciable. Recourse to international accountability mechanisms is therefore essential if justice is to be obtained.
Despite the EU's claim of the proliferation of reports and mechanisms under Item 7, the conflict has been marked by and indeed continues due to inaction. Notwithstanding the Council's contribution to the documentation of violations committed in the occupied territories and their impact on the occupied people, the UN and the international community have failed to take action to put them to an end. By promoting the removal of Item 7, the EU is guaranteeing that Israel's violations will be unheard, unseen and unaddressed – dangerously contributing to the current nature of impunity for international law violations.
UN General Assembly Resolution ES-1012 expressed its conviction that "the repeated violation by Israel, the Occupying Power, of international law and its failure to comply with relevant Security Council and General Assembly resolutions and the agreements reached between the parties undermine the Middle East peace process and constitute a threat to international peace and security." Such a threat clearly demands consistent and dedicated monitoring by the international community until the situation is brought to a conclusion that guarantees the enjoyment of the rights of all people in the territories.
In the context of persistent, systematic and gross violations of international law committed in an entrenched and prolonged occupation, the need for a body that is continuously and consistently mandated to oversee the situation is crucial. As the organ responsible for promoting universal
respect for the protection of human rights, the Council is one of the appropriate fora to ensure such attention.
The EU's position and its disengagement from Item 7 are particularly alarming considering the impact of this position on Israel. Throughout the occupation, Israel has shown little regard to the United Nations human rights system, defying UN resolutions, failing to implement recommendations by treaty bodies and denying access and assistance to UN missions and special procedures. Israel's latest attempt to undermine the UN human rights system culminated in its recent disengagement from the Council, including its subsequent mechanism, and Office of the High Commissioner of Human Rights. The EU's position gives fruit to and emboldens Israel's efforts to cripple Palestinians' peaceful resort to justice through the UN human rights system.
The European Union's participation in Item 7
In 2012, the EU's Strategic Framework and Action Plan on Human Rights and Democracy promised an EU "committed to a strong multilateral human rights system which can monitor impartially implementation of human rights and call all States to account" and underlined the "leading role of the UN Human Rights Council in addressing urgent cases of human rights violations and [contributing] vigorously to the effective functioning of the Council". In the following 2013 Council Conclusions on the EU priorities in the UN human rights fora, the EU stated that it would "actively participate in the Human Rights Council and General Assembly sessions in 2013 through statements and interventions as well as by introducing thematic and country-specific initiatives targeting key human rights concerns and promoting accountability for human rights violations." However, in blatant contradiction with these commitments the EU decided not to participate in the discussions under Item 7 of the Council's 23rd session. The non-participation of the EU cannot be disconnected from its position on Item 7 or the fact that Israel had disengaged from the Council at that time.
As a party deeply and historically invested in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, devoted to Palestinian state-building, and in a special relationship with Israel, the EU's participation in Item 7 is highly important. Agenda Item 7 is one of the primary multilateral platforms offered to the EU in which it can pursue its goals in the Middle East region. And more importantly, the EU's active and conducive participation in Item 7 would ensure that it cohesively and comprehensively ensures that its Israeli partner abides by international law.
In addition, as the organ responsible for promoting universal respect for the protection of all human rights, the Council has in an unprecedented manner ensured that it is accessible to and inclusive towards civil society organisations (CSOs). In many ways, the Council has welcomed CSOs to bring a human rights issue of grave concern to the attention of the United Nations and its organs, including the General Assembly. The removal of Item 7 would diminish the supportive role played by CSOs in ensuring that all states abide by their legal obligations as well as mustering political responses and will when there is a state of non-compliance.
Finally, as Palestinian human rights organisations, we stress that it is not the removal of Item 7 that would appropriately address the EU's stated concerns regarding the proliferation of resolutions and reports. Rather these concerns are appropriately addressed by ensuring the rigorous and efficient
utilisation of a forum aimed at protecting these occupied populations by holding Israel to account. As such, we ask the EU to actively and conductively participate in all agenda items of the Council, including Item 7.
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Only selected accommodation providers accept school leavers, so please CONTACT US before booking.
We are local and live in Byron Bay, so take advantage of the local knowledge!
Byron Bay Schoolies week is a three week festival celebrated by Year 12 school leavers from every corner of Australia.
Schoolies week celebrations usually take place during the first 3 weeks following graduation, starting in mid to late November.
If relaxing on the beach, mixing with friends and an eclectic mix of people from all over the world is your ideal Schoolies holiday, then Byron Bay is the perfect Schoolies destination.
Most Byron Bay schoolies accommodation is within walking distance of all the action in Byron Bay and is sure to provide a memorable Schoolies week away.
Pre plan and pre book your airport transfers with Excede transfers. Take the stress out of airport transfers, group bookings, day trips etc. With multiple transport options available to you and your group, Excede have all your transport needs covered.
Cossies by the Sea is located in a small Byron Bay resort, set amongst palm trees with saltwater swimming pool, Free Wifi, BBQ area and secure undercover parking. All within walking distance to both the town centre and beach.
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Beaches Twelve is a light and airy one bedroom apartment, offering guests a relaxing haven in a small tropical resort. Relax and unwind in this self contained apartment, within walking distance of Byron Bay's town centre and beaches.
Close enough to walk to town and the beach but far enough to escape the crowds of Byron Bay.
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Wategos Surf Shack offers spacious accommodation right on Wategos beach and contains 7 Bedrooms, huge kitchen and great outdoor entertaining areas.
Wategos Surf Shack is the ultimate retro Surf House.
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Away on Seaview features 6 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms with all of the luxuries you'd expect for a hassle free holiday and within walking distance to both town and beach. All furnishings are beautifully appointed to match the unique style of Byron Bay.
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KoKo's Beach Houses are just a short walk from beautiful Belongil Beach and the town centre of Byron Bay.
The complex consists of just 4 elegant, open plan homes each with their own private outdoor entertaining and pool area.
They are located within a 5 minute walk to pristine Belongil Beach and a 10 minute walk to Byron Bay town centre and main beach.
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Byron Luxury Beach Houses are just a 3 minute walk to Belongil Beach and offers a tropical hideaway with an outdoor swimming pool.
Accommodating up to 8 people, each four-bedroom beach house features two identical master king suites with luxurious ensuites and two twin bedrooms.
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Cavvanbah Seaside cottage is a piece of Byron Bay's history.
Set in Cavvanbah street, this historic, renovated cottage is only 700 m walk to town and the beach access track is directly opposite.
The cottage is a perfect place for a lazy beach holiday, and has just undergone a major rebuild.
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Gidget's Surf Shack is a spacious 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, retro beach shack in the heart of Byron Bay and less than a 5 minute walk to main beach.
Walk 100 metres to the wonderful Byron Farmers Market at the Butler Street Reserve and the Byron Bay Market held on the 1st Sunday of every month.
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Kaylani Beach house Kaylani Beach Houses consists of six stunning beach houses. All houses feature a private resort style swimming pool and outdoor entertaining area. Located just 5 minutes walk from Belongil Beach and a 10 minute walk from the Byron Bay town centre.
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Warriwillah Cottages consists of two self contained, two bedroom cottages situated on rural acreage, with an in-ground salt water pool, near beautiful Broken Head Beach and just ten minutes drive to Byron town centre.
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A little over two years ago I walked through the swinging doors of the intensive care unit that would lead me to the room where my dad lay hooked up to machines I had only seen on a medical TV show; where I had rushed to be at his side, called from too far away.
I had been in an ICU room with my pastor/husband to visit family and friends in life-threatening, critical condition. But it had never been this personal, it had never been my dad. The smells and sounds were foreign and intrusive. I could not remember a time when I had been more intimidated as I walked the corridors of an eerie intensive care unit. This was serious business. I knew as I walked toward his room I was not ready for what would meet me on the other side, but my dad needed me, it was not about me this time. I desperately needed God, another opportunity to grasp His hand, I could not do this alone. I knew beyond a shadow of a doubt that He was with me. I grabbed the Hand of God as I walked to my Dad's bedside.
Few words were needed as he grasped my hand, whispering 'I knew you would come, will you stay with me and hold my hand?' Those were the last words I heard my dad say.
"Nevertheless, I am continually with you; you hold my right hand"
Psalm 73:23
"The hand of our God is for good on all who seek him…"
Ezra 8:22
The next forty-eight hours the descent into the valley was dark and cold. I kept saying to my dad, who was now unconscious, the Lord is with you, but trying to convince myself that I was not alone. I was trusting God each second, pleading with Him to go with me and someday use this to transform me into the image of His Son, Jesus.
"And we all, with unveiled face, beholding the glory of the Lord, are being transformed into the same image from one degree of glory to another."
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Praying – How to start & keep going By Bobb Biehl & Dr. James Hagelhanz
If you have been wondering how to pray, or are teaching new Christians how to pray, this book gives a step-by-step process which can lead from elementary first steps to maturity in prayer life. This material can also be used as a helpful study guide for a small group discussion format. PRAYING has been translated into 8 languages. Co-authored by Bobb Biehl a layman and Dr. James W. Hagelganz, with over 50 years as a senior minister. It is profoundly simple, straight forward, practical, and theologically solid. It is understandable by the newest believer and stimulating for the most mature.
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Thursday 26th April
Saints U20s completed their season in style this afternoon as they defeated their Celtic counterparts 2-1 at Lennoxtown.
After a goalless first half, Alex Cleland's side took the lead on 59 minutes courtesy of a Jamie Docherty volley.
The Hoops fought back and they were level on 76 minutes as Jack Aitchison collected the ball in the box and evaded a challenge before firing it past Mark Hurst and high into the net.
However, Saints were not to be denied and they secured all 3 points with 10 minutes remaining as under 17s striker Oliver Hamilton broke into the box and coolly slipped the ball past Reece Willison in the home goal.
Celtic U20s: Willison, Duffy, Welsh, Bell, Church, McInroy, Caffrey, Henderson, Aitchison, Mazis, Diver
Scorer: Aitchison (76)
Saints U20s: Hurst, Lumsden, Thomson, Quigley, Wilson, Brian, Ballantyne, Mackenzie, Scougall, Hendry, McMillan
Scorers: Docherty (59), Hamilton (80)
Picture: Jamie Docherty
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The search for the perfect burger... let it begin and end in Huntington Beach! Mix it up with a variety of patties, toppings, and buns. Try one or all of these amazing burger spots in Surf City USA and you will not be disappointed this National Hamburger Month.
Slater's 50/50
You really can't go wrong with a motto like "Burgers by design". Choose from a wide variety of meats, cheeses, toppings and sauces - including dill pickle chips, peanut butter, and baconnaise. Don't miss the 50/50 patty, made from 50% ground beef and 50% ground bacon. Winner of over 10 best burger awards in 2013, Slater's 50/50 comes highly recommended with over 80 beers on tap in a fun, sports-bar atmosphere.
Triumph the benefits of handmade food, locally sourced produce and fresh baked breads found throughout the chef driven menu at this new Bella Terra restaurant. You'll find an authentic, one-of-a-kind experience serving a wide selection of hand packed, 100% vegetarian fed, hormone & antibiotic free, all natural beef burgers. Get fancy with the Fresno Fig Burger, Pearl Street Blues Burger, or Vodka Burger - all charbroiled to perfection!
TK Burgers
Grab a spot on the always jam-packed patio right across from the beach at TK Burgers, an Orange County institution with made-to-order charbroiled burgers. Their signature egg buns are made fresh by a local baker and used exclusively at TK Burgers. They may not have a mile long list of toppings or sauces but don't under-estimate the famous burgers at this local favorite.
25 Degrees
25 Degrees, whose name refers to the temperature difference between a medium rare and well-done burger, adds an upscale twist to the traditional burger joint, offering unique burger toppings and a stellar wine list. Wash down your handcrafted burger masterpiece with their signature handcrafted specialty cocktails and adult-inspired milkshakes, such as the famous Guinness Milkshake. (Pictured above)
Ruby's Diner
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Introduction to Teaching Hybrid Courses
Explore the basics of hybrid teaching including the definition, NOVA's Hybrid Policy and faculty responsibilities. The PowerPoint provides a sense of the differences in design and pedagogy of traditional face-to-face courses and the challenges hybrid courses pose for both faculty and students.
Course Redesign
The process of redesigning a traditional face-to-face course into a hybrid course requires rethinking and transforming assignments from a traditional course into a blended hybrid course.
Course Management
This section includes materials to help you recycle your hybrid courses from semester to semester, tips on how to stay organized and manage your communication with students clearly and succinctly.
Course Assessment
Assessments help you determine whether or not students have achieved your course's objectives through the learning activities you developed. There are several levels of assessment materials.


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Everett Raymond Kinstler
The Artist's Journey through Popular Culture, 1942-1962
by Everett Raymond Kinstler and James Vadeboncoeur
Introduction by Robert Brustein
Everett Raymond Kinstler's portraits of Ronald Reagan, John Wayne, Jimmy Cagney, and Katharine Hepburn may be familiar to art lovers, but few realize that he honed his craft as a high school dropout, inking and sketching comics for pulps like Dime Mystery. This book is the first to examine the popular culture phase of Kinstler's career, and it includes an extended
biography liberally spiced with anecdotes, reminiscences, and commentary by the artist. More than 300 illustrations — many reproduced from originals in Kinstler's archives — portray his lively early work, including double-page pulp spreads, paperback novel covers, and panels from Classics Illustrated.
"If you are a comic/pulp book enthusiast, this full-scale look at the genre through the eyes of one of its masters is right up your alley.
Chock-a-bloc full of illustrations. Hugely entertaining. ***** from Art Times, Sept. 2005
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I stood on the roof and looked over to the Empire Landmark and noted how much taller it was than everything else that is around it. It's ridiculously tall.
It's not like my building is particularly short either. It's as tall or taller than any of the buildings around it - with this one notable exception.
There is a restaurant at the top of the Landmark that revolves 360 degrees over the course of an hour and a meal. I recommend it as the view is magical.
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Creating characters for your audience not yourself
Here are a few pointers for creating interesting and unforgettable characters:
Leave your ego behind and be modest. Think of your character as a voyage into the unknown. Don't assume you know him/her. We don't know people thoroughly, not even our own husbands/wives or family members. So approach your characters with that in mind. If they are mysterious to you, they'll be mysterious to your readers. Isn't that wonderful?
Be open to new possibilities. Let your key characters say unusual things, things that you wouldn't say. If you use curse words, let your characters do it only at the appropriate time and appropriate scene. If you overdo the swearing you'll lose your readers. Let your characters be out of your control. They have free will just like we do. They have to surprise you so that this effect is transferred to your readers.
Remember that your characters are not your children; therefore, they do not have to bear obvious resemblance to you. Even if your characters are inspired by some aspects of your personality, they don't have to be your mirror image. It would be more interesting if every attitude and opinion of theirs was contrary to yours.
When things happen to you unexpectedly, you respond in a certain way. So this will be the case for your characters in your story. Let them react, not as you expect them to, but as they choose to. Don't control them.
Remember characterization allows us to empathize with the protagonist and secondary characters, and thus feel that what is happening to these people in the story is vicariously happening to us.
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GM food is safe according to independent studies
Not-for-profit group Biology Fortified is dedicated to dispelling myths about genetically modified crops. Marc Brazeau reports.
Critics of genetically modified crops often assert that all research into the plants' safety is bought and paid for by industry. Not so, according to a newly compiled database of biotech crop research. Independently funded, peer-reviewed research into GM crops "is common, conducted worldwide, and makes up half of the total research on risk associated with genetic engineering," say the team behind the database.
The database was compiled by not-for-profit group Biology Fortified, which was set up in 2008 by plant geneticists Karl Haro von Mogel and Anastasia Bodnar, now both public sector scientists. As graduate students they both studied genetics and plant biology. They kept coming across each other in the comment sections of various GMO articles, pointing out inaccuracies and trying to explain common misconceptions.
Haro von Mogel says they began to think there must be a better way, and so they set up Biology Fortified.
One misconception that came up over and over was that little research exists about potential risks posed by biotech crops, and that what research exists is all industry funded. In reality, many studies funded by government or other independent sources have tackled the question, leading to the scientific consensus that GM foods are safe to eat and safe for the environment.
In a bid to dispel the myth, Biology Fortified board member David Tribe of the University of Melbourne collected more than 200 safety-related studies on his website. Haro von Mogel and Bodnar gathered more than 100 independently funded studies to add to the list. It quickly became apparent, however, that a few hundred citations would not be sufficiently useful or persuasive – and so work on the large searchable database, known as GENERA (for Genetic Engineering Risk Atlas), began.
'Every study has a page that tells you all about who did the research and in what countries, what crops and traits were studied, and who funded it.'
So far released as a test version, GENERA includes 400 randomly chosen studies from the 1,200 studies of GM foods collected, covering topics from the productivity of GM plants to the safety of eating GM produce. These 400 have been read and categorised by a team of volunteers led by Haro von Mogel over the last two years. The project received a $US10,000 grant from the American Society of Plant Biologists in 2012. It received a further shot in the arm late last year, when Alessandro Nicolia of the University of Perugia completed a massive literature review on biotech crop safety research.
"We've made it really easy for people to find the information they are looking for," says Bodnar. "Every study has a page that tells you all about who did the research and in what countries, what crops and traits were studied, and who funded it." Each study page also posts the results of the research, she says. And each contains a link to the original paper.
Of the 400 studies analysed so far, 197 relate to the safety of eating GM produce. Of those papers, 172 found GM foods either were equally safe and healthy to eat, or more safe and healthy to eat, than conventionally grown foods.
The database is not only aimed at the general public. GENERA will plug a major information gap, says Haro von Mogel. "Researchers can use it to find out what aspects of genetically engineered crops are not well understood and plan an experiment to explore it. Or a journalist can use GENERA to quickly check (claims) … and turn their story from 'he said, she said' into 'he claimed this, but according to the scientific literature we know that what she said is correct'."
GENERA won't end the debate over GM, but its creators hope it will help bring more science into the argument.


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It's not usually an option to bring your entire wardrobe on vacation with you, as much as it seems like the right thing to do. In my case, I re-wore a lot of my favorite items and repurposed them in interesting yet wearable ways. This flamingo dress was first worn earlier this month, and as the perfect silk dress, I knew it was something that needed to come with me to Montreal. The weather wasn't as warm as I anticipated, so I threw over a distressed tee and tied it up! Voilà outfit numéro trois.
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Matter-Energy Conversion part 2
Electron-Positron annihilation
This matter-energy conversion frequently takes the form of
electron-positron annihilation. Basically an electron and a positron (an anti-electron)
are drawn together due to their opposite charges. When they inevitably collide their
material existence comes to an end and they are turned into gamma ray photons.
Here we see electrons and positrons produced simultaneously from
individual gamma rays within a bubble chamber. The particles curl in opposite directions
due to an applied magnetic field. The gamma rays dont leave tracks in the chamber
because they have no electric charge.
Examining the details
Lets look more closely at the process of matter extinction.
Above we see an electron and positron hurtling toward each other in their final moments of existence. In an instant from now they will collide, extinguishing both mass and charge in a blinding flash, while converting into a pair of gamma ray photons.
How exactly does this take place? Standard science texts are silent on the
question; only reporting that it happens, but without providing any explanation of the
possible mechanisms involved. Unfortunately this is not very helpful. What we need is a
slow-motion version of events, particularly what happens at the moment the particles
make contact.
Thats a radical suggestion certainly, and one totally at odds with
our everyday experience. After all, two bodies cannot occupy the same space and will put
up much resistance against any attempt to push them together.
Okay so the particles are now fully overlapping. What then? Both particles came together at great speed. They still have momentum so there is no reason they should stop here. Instead we would expect them to continue moving and come out of the overlap.
Now the particles have passed straight through each other and come out the other side. Their positions have reversed and they are now moving away from each other. At this stage the particles feel deceleration because force directions are reversed. Eventually the particles slow to a stop.
At this point it appears that the process will repeat itself, then again,
and again. Basically the particles will oscillate through each other, as though connected
via a spring. Will the oscillation continue forever? This appears to be a frictionless
Invisible particles
The oscillations have now stopped and we are left with an unusual
manifestation consisting of an electron and positron fully overlapping each other. This is
effectively a composite particle. It has twice the mass of an electron but more
importantly a charge of zero.
The production of light
There is one other aspect of the extinction process that needs explaining
and that is the emission of photons.
Electron-Positron creation
Now for the other side of the transaction where photons are converted into
matter; or in this case an electron-positron pair. Once again science has no rational
explanation for this amazing event. But armed with the above hypothesis on apparent matter
annihilation a simple explanation emerges.
Proton conversion
There is another way in which positrons can be created, and that is via a process known as proton conversion. When Sodium-22, an unstable isotope of sodium, decays it turns into Neon-22. In the process it releases a positron (symbol=beta-plus) and a gamma ray photon. This diagram shows the process:
In the above diagram we see that the total number of nucleons
(protons+neutrons) is unchanged and one of the protons appears to have converted to a
The full process
In summary, heres how the matter-energy conversion process probably
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In this series of posts on crisis communications, we've looked at:
- Why you need to have a crisis communications plan in place,
- Steps in a crisis communications plan,
- How to apologize if your brand messes up.
To wrap up our series on crisis communications, I decided to ask a few pros for their best crisis communications planning tips. Here's what they had to say:
Plan your work, work your plan, stay the course:
"During times of sensitivity, adversity or crisis, the most important thing you can do is step up, be present, and answer the tough, yet important, questions. Even better, be prepared before a crisis so you and your company will know what to do during and after—you must create organizational muscle memory—many people are depending on you to lead them through the storm. Our mantra is, 'If you don't tell your story, someone else will. And, when someone else tells your story, it certainly won't be the story you want to be told.'"
Rob Weinhold, chief executive, Fallston Group
Identify and know your stakeholders:
"Who are the internal and external stakeholders that matter to your organization? I consider employees to be your most important audience because every employee is a PR representative and crisis manager for your organization whether you want them to be or not! But, ultimately, all stakeholders will be talking about you to others, not on your contact list, so it's up to you to ensure that they receive the messages you would like them to repeat elsewhere."
Jonathan Bernstein, president, Bernstein Crisis Management, Inc.
Communicate with your wider staff:
"In a crisis, maintaining a single channel of communication with the press is vital if you want to keep control of the message being delivered. While your focus may be on what is happening externally, you have to remember the importance of ensuring your employees are aware of, and up to date on, the ongoing situation.
You have to remember; it's not out of the realm of possibility that a receptionist or salesperson, for instance, could answer the phone or be approached by a journalist and say something they shouldn't. Everyone who works for your business needs to know what to say (and what not to say!) if they are contacted by the media, and where they should direct them.
Advice also needs to be given on the content of your employees' personal social media channels—this is especially true in a crisis situation and should be covered in your social media policy document.
This internal communication, alongside a robust social media policy document that limits company information being shared on personal channels, will help protect the established lines of communication between the business and the press."
Martin Stone, associate director, Tank
Say—but more importantly DO—the right thing at the right time:
"Saying—but more importantly DOING—the right thing at the right time is key to managing a crisis. Get it right, and you could deepen your connection with your customers for the long term, and perhaps win more business through positive word of mouth. Get it wrong—and it could be a real threat to your future growth."
Neil Hopkins, owner, NeoNodal
Make use of your internal champions:
"Plan out in advance some of the possible issues or crises the firm might encounter and draft working statements (these can always be amended if needed). Have an internal support network, spokespeople who can cover a particular area, e.g., an issue relating to HR, facilities, etc. and are aware that they are the crisis point person. You need to establish close contact with a core group of senior spokespeople who you can relay the issue to, plan/draft the response and issue. The key is speed and accuracy.
That said, make use of your internal champions, i.e., PAs, who can be invaluable in chasing down spokespeople, getting sign-off on statements, etc."
Mark Hook, Head of PR, Brightpearl
Here's hoping you've done your crisis communications planning for 2018—and that you won't need to use it.


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Today's question came from a comment on one of my recent blog posts on becoming a pro flow performer: How did you come up with your look? Especially when you're performing with fire. Didn't you feel limited in the beginning? Just curious about your process. What a great question and one I really wish I'd […]
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Revelation 22 Good News Translation (GNT)
22 The angel also showed me the river of the water of life, sparkling like crystal, and coming from the throne of God and of the Lamb 2 and flowing down the middle of the city's street. On each side of the river was the tree of life, which bears fruit twelve times a year, once each month; and its leaves are for the healing of the nations. 3 Nothing that is under God's curse will be found in the city.
The throne of God and of the Lamb will be in the city, and his servants will worship him. 4 [a]They will see his face, and his name will be written on their foreheads. 5 There shall be no more night, and they will not need lamps or sunlight, because the Lord God will be their light, and they will rule as kings forever and ever.
The Coming of Jesus
6 Then the angel said to me, "These words are true and can be trusted. And the Lord God, who gives his Spirit to the prophets, has sent his angel to show his servants what must happen very soon."
7 "Listen!" says Jesus. "I am coming soon! Happy are those who obey the prophetic words in this book!"
8 I, John, have heard and seen all these things. And when I finished hearing and seeing them, I fell down at the feet of the angel who had shown me these things, and I was about to worship him. 9 But he said to me, "Don't do it! I am a servant together with you and with your brothers the prophets and of all those who obey the words in this book. Worship God!" 10 And he said to me, "Do not keep the prophetic words of this book a secret, because the time is near when all this will happen. 11 Whoever is evil must go on doing evil, and whoever is filthy must go on being filthy; whoever is good must go on doing good, and whoever is holy must go on being holy."
12 "Listen!" says Jesus. "I am coming soon! I will bring my rewards with me, to give to each one according to what he has done. 13 I am the first and the last, the beginning and the end."
14 Happy are those who wash their robes clean and so have the right to eat the fruit from the tree of life and to go through the gates into the city. 15 But outside the city are the perverts and those who practice magic, the immoral and the murderers, those who worship idols and those who are liars both in words and deeds.
16 "I, Jesus, have sent my angel to announce these things to you in the churches. I am descended from the family of David; I am the bright morning star."
17 The Spirit and the Bride say, "Come!"
Everyone who hears this must also say, "Come!"
Come, whoever is thirsty; accept the water of life as a gift, whoever wants it.
18 I, John, solemnly warn everyone who hears the prophetic words of this book: if any add anything to them, God will add to their punishment the plagues described in this book. 19 And if any take anything away from the prophetic words of this book, God will take away from them their share of the fruit of the tree of life and of the Holy City, which are described in this book.
20 He who gives his testimony to all this says, "Yes indeed! I am coming soon!"
So be it. Come, Lord Jesus!
21 May the grace of the Lord Jesus be with everyone.[b]
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Attention: Be sure to follow the IJM Twitter account @ijmgolf, and Facebook page to get the most up to date information. Please use the #2019ijm hashtag when posting about the tournament. We'll continue to provide updates leading up to the tournament as well as information, scoring updates and photos during the tournament.
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Historically all IJM participants have completed an application listing their accomplishments, and submitted it to the IJM selection committee. The committee would review the applications and invite participants based upon their results in previous IJM's or their listed accomplishments. This is still the primary avenue to gain entry. However…
B. By Qualification:
In addition to the invitation selection process, EACC is holding an 18 hole, medal qualifying tournament for those applicants who wish to have an alternate opportunity to gain entry into the IJM field. The actual number of qualifying spots will be determined by the selection committee based upon the number of entrants into the qualifying tournament, however a minimum of 3 and a maximum of 5 spots are guaranteed. Cost of the qualifier is $100 and includes a practice round to be arranged with the pro shop the week of the qualifier. Successful participants will have their $100 fee credited toward the total tournament entry fee of $295.
In addition, up to 2 spots will also be held for those participants whose families hold membership and are in good standing of EACC.
Both qualifiers will be held on the same afternoon, Saturday May 4th, 2019.
C. Application
The link below leads to the application page which must be filled out by each candidate. If you are submitting the application for consideration by the committee for invitation check that box on the form.
** We begin accepting applications on January 1st, and strongly encourage early submittal as invitations are issued throughout the winter and spring. Deadline for all applications is May 1st. **
The International Junior Masters has reserved rooms at two local hotels for IJM participants.
Please call your preferred hotel to reserve. You must ask for the International Junior Masters group rate to receive the IJM rate. Please note that the above hotels will release the rooms after the cutoff date and group rate and availability will no longer be assured.
Hampton Inn–East Aurora
49 Olean Street
East Aurora, NY 14052
Cutoff for reservations: June 1st.
Room rate: $159
Click to make online reservations in East Aurora
Hampton Inn–West Seneca
1750 Ridge Road
West Seneca, NY 14224
Cutoff for reservations: June 1st.
Room rate $159
Click to make online reservations in West Seneca
Other Information
Practice Rounds:
Practice rounds are encouraged.
Players may arrange practice rounds, prior to the week of the tournament by making arrangements through the EACC Pro Shop.
Practice rounds on the Sunday prior to the tournament start, will be limited due to member play.
Anyone may practice Monday AM, prior to the Ham-Am.
Lunch – Each player will be provided a lunch ticket each day in the scoring tent.
Dinner – Monday Ham-Am, Wednesday Champions Award Dinner – both 7:00 PM are included in the tournament fee and are mandatory for all participants.
Parents and chaperones are invited for Wednesday's Champion's Awards Dinner.
Range: Opens at 6:30 a.m. each morning.
Tee Times: Will be available, for the next day, upon conclusion of play. Check the website each evening or call the EACC Pro Shop.
Player Packets: Will be available at the check-in desk or EACC Pro Shop starting at 6:30 a.m. Monday morning. Check in when you arrive Monday morning.
Tournament Staff
Tournament Director, Jeff Kamien (email@example.com)
Assistant Tournament Director, Paul O'Brien (email@example.com)
PGA Professional, David Jones
Golf Course Superintendent, Drew Thompson
House Manager, Eric Kanner
For sponsorship opportunities please contact Ron Olson, at (716) 558-7520.
The International Junior Masters is a unique combination of both medal play and match play, bringing together junior golfers from all over the world. It is the oldest international junior golf invitational in North America.
Practice Rounds & Ham-Am
The range will be open at 6:30 AM. The course will open (1st tee) at 7:00 AM for practice. Check in at the Golf Shop for tee position. You can form your own groups if you like, but must get a tee position from the Golf Shop. The course closes at 11:30 AM for the Ham-Am fundraiser. Due to the number of groups participating in the afternoon there will be no opportunity for play unless you have been assigned to a group in the Ham-Am, which will be your practice round. If you are playing in the Ham Am you may also practice Monday morning.
Players selected to play in the Ham Am will be notified.
Lunch is at 11:00. The long drive contest will take place immediately following the Ham Am. All players invited to participate. Dinner will follow at approximately 7:00 pm in the club house. This is mandatory for all players unless you have been excused. If you cannot attend Monday due to qualifiers you must contact email@example.com. This will allow us to set the Ham Am field with players who are on site. If you cannot make the Ham-Am, please make every effort to attend the Monday dinner. Dress – golf attire.
1st Round of Medal Play
The first round of medal play begins Tuesday at 7am and continues through 3pm. Range opens at 6:30 AM.
Players will go off in threesomes throughout the morning. Tee times are posted on the tournament website in advance and also be posted in the Pro Shop. Your Wednesday tee time is dependent upon your standing after the first round of medal play; therefore tee times for Wednesday will not be available until all players have finished. The lower scores will start first on Wednesday AM.
There are no scheduled activities Tuesday evening. For those staying in the East Aurora area there are several restaurants in town for your dining pleasure. Check with our hospitality table for recommendations and we urge you to patronize those who have been generous enough to advertise with us and support the tournament. Menus will be available at the hospitality table.
2nd Round of Medal Play (AM)
Tee times will begin at 7:30am with play will continue through approximately 2pm.
Players will play off both number 1 and 10 tees. After medal play is complete, the low 16 will advance to the Championship Flight. If there is a tie, a sudden death playoff will take place starting at hole number 1 and will continue until the low 16 are identified. Tee times for Thursday matches in all flights (Championship, Platinum, Gold, Silver and Bronze) will be available on the tournament website shortly after play is concluded on Wednesday. Additionally, pairing sheets will be available at the Champion's Dinner Wednesday evening. Once again, lunch tickets will be distributed in the scorer's tent after the round is complete.
The Champions Dinner takes place Wednesday evening beginning at 6:00pm. All are required to attend. Parents, coaches and chaperones are also invited to attend. At this dinner awards for the medal portion of play will be given out, as well as the Deb Engle trophy emblematic of sportsmanship, perseverance, character and play.
Dress for the evening is business casual. Gentlemen are expected to wear sport jackets over golf or button down shirts. Ties are optional. This dinner is included in your tournament fee.
Match Play in All Flights (AM & PM – Elimination Matches)
Matches start at 7am with play continuing through 6pm, range open at 6:30 AM.
All entrants will play a match Thursday morning. This is the start of elimination. Winners continue to play. Match winners are paired for the afternoon matches. With 80 players forming 40 groups (20 per side) there is inevitably a delay between your first nine and second nine. The putting green is open, however the range is closed. Lunch will be available after morning matches.
Results will be posted on the tournament website after the conclusion of play in the afternoon.
There are no scheduled functions Thursday night.
Semi Final & Final Matches in All Flights; Championship Party!
Friday matches commence at 8am with play continuing through 5pm, range open at 6:30 AM.
Matches proceed in the following order: Bronze flight at 7:30 AM followed by Silver, Gold, Consolation and Championship at approximately 9:00 AM. Lunch will be available after morning matches.
The afternoon rounds will go in the same order starting at 1:00 PM ending with the Championship match teeing off at 1:40 PM
Immediately following the conclusion of play, usually about 5:00 PM, the awards ceremony will commence. At this time the Friday Tournament Celebration will begin as well. All are invited to attend this great party which is attended each year by our members, players, parents and families, members of the media, coaches and our tournament sponsors and staff. There is no charge for this and we hope all can attend.
It's really a fun party for all!!!
General Information
Weather – should weather affect the tournament, players will be advised of evacuation points. The pro shop and tournament director will monitor weather situations. Any player has the right to suspend their play if they feel conditions are not safe.
Should the horn sound halting play, there are designated pick up spots for players to assemble. They will be driven in to the club house.
Shelters on the course are located as follows:
3rd tee – near 2nd and 6th green and 7th tee
7th green – near 11/12 fairway, 8th tee
15th tee – near 14th and 17th green and 16th tee
The tournament has been very fortunate with weather in recent years, however should we lose rounds due to the weather (tournament must end Friday) the committee has a schedule that anticipates all combinations of weather delay / cancellation.
Rules of play – USGA rules of golf will prevail except as notified by local rule modifications. Players will be made aware of these rules prior to play.
Decisions – all decisions involving application and interpretation of rules will be the sole discretion of the golf professional and designated staff.
Spectators – Are allowed and encouraged to follow play and show their appreciation of the fine play displayed during the week. Spectators should not involve themselves in rulings or communicate strategy or golf instruction to the contestants or walk with the players. Spectators should make effort to keep out of the line of sight of players. Parking and admission are free. Tuesday we will be hosting local PGA Junior League players who will be competing for the IJM Cup.
Range Finders – The IJM Committee will allow the use of range finders that measure distance only.
Cell Phones – We ask that all cell phones be turned off during play as a courtesy to the contestants.
Etiquette – All players are expected to respect their fellow competitors, the EACC staff, the course and the game.
East Aurora Country Club
Golf Home of the International Junior Masters, Since 1953.
The International Junior Masters has been contested at East Aurora Country Club every year since 1953. For more information about the East Aurora Country Club, including a course tour, visit their website.
East Auroraand Vicinity
300 Gleed Avenue
East Aurora, NY 14052
(716) 655-5131
Explore & More is the fun museum designed for the many ways kids learn. The museum features hands-on interactive exhibits and programs for children ages one to ten. Visit the museum Wednesday – Saturday, 10am-5pm and Sunday 12 noon – 5pm. Admission is $5.00 for adults and $5.00 for children ages 1-10. Children under one and families participating in WIC are free.
40 South Grove Street
East Aurora, NY 14052
(716) 652-3333 or 800 ROYCRFT
Elbert Hubbard and his Roycroft Renaissance continue to blossom in East Aurora and throughout the country. A National Historic landmark since 1986, the fourteen-building (9 public) Roycroft Campus attracts thousands annually through today's similarly inspired artists and artisans. The Roycroft Inn and Shops, as they were historically known, are famous once again. Sun-Sat Call for times & event schedule.
363 Oakwood Avenue
East Aurora, NY 14052
(716) 652-4735
A Craftsman bungalow house is filled with artifacts of Elbert Hubbard, publisher and founder of one of America's most successful Arts and Crafts Colonies, "The Roycroft," in East Aurora, NY. Hubbard was able to attract writers and artisans like Stephen Crane and Walter Jennings and visitors to the Roycroft by Rockefeller, Ford and Edison. The Roycroft Craftsmens' fine books, copperware, leather crafts and furniture are on display at the Museum. June 1-Oct. 15; Wed, Sat, Sun; 1-4pm; Closed holidays, $5 per person.
24 Shearer Avenue
East Aurora, NY 14052
(716) 652-3280
A national historic landmark house built by our 13th President of the United States, Millard Fillmore and furnished and restored in the 1826 era. June 1-Oct. 15, Wed, Sat, Sun, 1-4pm. Closed holidays. $5 donation per adult.
673 Main Street
East Aurora, NY 14052
(716) 652-1660
Aurora Village Shopping Center
123 Grey Street
East Aurora, NY 14052
(716) 652-0951
Wed & Sats. 7am-1pm; May to November
606 Girard Avenue
East Aurora, NY 14052
(716) 687-5151
Toys through the ages including a Fisher-Price Toy Collection from 1930-1970 highlighting rare and one-of-a-kind toys. The museum features a rotating exhibit area with varying toy collections, plus ToyWorks – a children's interactive learning center. Mon&Tue, 12:00Noon – 5pm; Wed-Sat, 10AM – 5PM; Sunday, 12Noon – 4PM. Closed holidays.
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40 South Grove East Aurora, NY 14052
716 652 5552
Hampton Inn–East Aurora
49 Olean Street East Aurora, NY 14052
Cutoff for reservations: June 1st. Room rate: $149
Click to make online reservations in East Aurora
164 Slade Avenue West Seneca, NY 14224
716 939 3100
591 Main Street East Aurora, NY 14052
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