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Breaking into the Corporate Space: Advice for Experienced Hires
By Robin Madell (San Francisco)
So you've been running your own business for a while, but you're ready to break into the corporate space. How can you do it? It's not always easy to show your value to corporations when you've been living the life of an entrepreneur.
But whether you're hoping to land more corporate clients as a consultant, or want to make the leap to a full-time corporate position, there are things you can do as a potential experienced hire to best position yourself for success. In fact, consulting to a corporate client may help you work your way in. Here's how to parlay a consulting relationship into a full-time gig.
Increase Your Understanding
Business owners and entrepreneurs who want to break into the corporate world as consultants must first try to understand what their prospective new clients are looking for. "Understand where you would provide solutions and value to that particular company/client," says women's small business expert Nancy Michaels.
Alan Guinn, managing director and CEO of The Guinn Consultancy Group, Inc., agrees that the best way to break into a corporate environment with your consulting work is to recognize a challenge that a potential corporate client is facing, and propose a resolution.
It's a simple-sounding solution that's actually very complex. "You must have a full understanding of how to offer your services as services which are compelling in scope, critical in nature, timely in presentation, and impactful on either top line revenues, expenses, or bottom line profit," says Guinn.
To break it down into action items, Michaels suggests the following preparation steps:
- Do your homework: Set up Google Alerts and keep on top of industry trade publications, conferences, and meetings.
- Identify key players: Familiarize yourself with the CEO, C-Level executives, and board members within the organization.
- Ask for introductions. Request high-level introductions—or if you can't get one, start at the top of the organization by writing a letter offering some advice to the CEO based on your research, telling him or her who you typically work with within a corporation. Guinn recommends targeting proposed solutions to the highest-level officer or director that would be impacted by your work product.
- Use endorsements. Michaels calls endorsements "testimonials on steroids": have an existing or past client sing your praises to a corporate prospect you'd like to work with. Remember to follow-up and provide details to your prospect in a timely manner. Showcase a track record of getting results for your corporate clients, or on past jobs—support your claims with data when possible.
Customize Your Approach
You've got a toe in the door with a prospective corporate client through smooth execution of your prep steps—now what? Landing a client is as important as finding one in the first place.
"Consultants are hired to assess new projects and minimize risk factors to existing corporate officers; they are hired to rationalize spending or results either achieved or not achieved; they are hired to shine a light on activities hidden within corporate darkness; and they are hired to bring a new set of eyes to challenges or problems deadlocked, politically inexpedient for corporate employees to resolve or address, and help negotiate internal resolutions of challenges successfully," says Guinn. With this in mind, consultants can use their understanding of a particular client's needs to propose a unique solution to the company's problems.
"To break into corporate space, consultants have to be strategic about leveraging and developing a skill set that creates a demand for their work," adds Catherine Delcin, managing director of legal management consulting group Delcin Consulting. Delcin suggests taking a three-step approach to this:
- Identify an area or areas of need for the applicable industry.
- Carve a niche area within that industry cluster through reputation, dedication, and experience.
- Create a customized approach to address the niche area's needs, geared toward providing new solutions or adding more value to existing solutions.
If You're Ready to Take the Plunge…
Not every business owner wants to stay independent. If you feel that your entrepreneurial spirit is starting to turn corporate and you're interested in joining a corporation, consider the following recommendations from Keren Douek, director of recruitment solutions at jobdreaming.com:
Link your self-employment experience to the job opening. As a recruiter, Douek finds that when she reviews resumes from candidates who have been running their own businesses, it's often unclear how the candidate's experience directly relates to the job opening. She suggests that consultants make it as easy as possible for a recruiter to scan their resume in five seconds and see that the bullets beneath their most recent roles match up perfectly with the requirements in the job they're applying for.
"It's always important to tailor your resume, cover letter, and general approach to each job you apply for, particularly if you've been running your own business," says Douek. "Candidates often highlight high-level achievements, but recruiters tend to skim right past those, and they're much more interested in hearing how what you were doing relates to the job requirements. Tackle each bullet on the job description—if you were doing that in your last role, say that."
Name-drop. Corporations may be more interested in who you've worked with than what you've done. Affiliation with well-known companies as your current or previous clients may open doors for you faster than trying to explain your experience. "Highlight any clients that relate to the employer," suggests Douek. "If you worked as a consultant for one particular company for an extended period of time, make that clear on your resume. Instead of listing your company name as the company, put the client's name and note that you were a consultant."
Be consistent. Every type of communication you have with a prospective corporate client should express the same message: that you're corporate material, and you have the experience to prove it. "When looking at a corporate job, hone in on the skills and requirements, and address them very specifically in your resume, cover letter, and communications," says Douek. "When describing your experience with your own business, stay focused on the functions and experience that relate to the job you are applying for."


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Emirates Airlines has withdrawn its sponsorship of FIFA, immediately ending any involvement it might have had with the 2018 and 2022 World Cup.
Here's their statement:
"This decision was made following an evaluation of FIFA's contract proposal which did not meet Emirates' expectations."
Most are taking that to read Emirates is uneasy about corruption claims surrounding the bid process for the World Cup, particularly the 2022 tournament which will be held in Qatar. Emirates is based in Dubai, UAE, a short distance just across the Gulf from Qatar, and the two countries have something of a fractious relationship when it comes to wooing business and major events.
On the construction side, Qatar is struggling to get its affairs in order and just this morning, news broke that it will not be able to keep its promise to hold the 2022 World Cup in summer. It looks like FIFA will now have to either negotiate with the big European leagues to disrupt their football season, or with the IOC over a schedule clash with the Winter Olympics.
Its original $200bn proposal has already seen 12 stadiums cut to eight, and it's continually fending off accusations of poor workers' conditions and a mounting death toll which at last report sat around 900.
It's a mess. There's even talk of Qatar losing the World Cup altogether.
Dubai, perhaps sensing an opportunity, isn't helping. It's gunning for the 2019 Asian Cup football tournament and the T20 World Cup cricket tournament in 2018, which will stretch construction resources already under huge pressure in the area.
And in neighbouring Saudi Arabia, a recently approved plan to build 11 45,000 seat stadiums across the kingdom in the next two years will most likely (some say not entirely accidentally) take those resources to breaking limit.
Now, with Emirates all but saying Qatar's World Cup is too dirty for them to be associated with, things might get serious at FIFA's end of operations. The airline was one of FIFA's six major sponsors. Another, Sony, has hinted but not confirmed it will soon follow suit.
Of course, the sheer exposure of being associated with the biggest sporting event on the globe is always going to be FIFA's biggest trump card. Waiting in the wings to fill both slots is Emirates' rival Qatar Airways and Samsung would most likely step in for Sony.
But there are signs FIFA is slowly but surely realising that it can't keep operating in secrecy forever and the money will simply flow unhindered. It's already caved in to demands it release a version, albeit limited, of former New York City district attorney Michael Garcia's findings on the 2022 bidding process. Its first option was to keep the entire report under wraps.
So far, Qatar has kept the increasing criticism of its bid at bay.
But if a decision is to be made about its ability to make the 2022 World Cup a winner, it will have to come sooner rather than later, and Emirates' decision to walk away from FIFA due to Qatar's involvement couldn't have dropped at a more critical time.
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Montana U.S. Rep. Greg Gianforte's has hired Winifred native Christine Heggem as his new chief of staff.
Heggem replaces Charles Robison, who resigned as Republican Gianforte's chief of staff last month to become the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Rural Development Director in Montana.
Heggem is a nearly 20-year veteran of congressional politics. She most recently worked on the House Agriculture Committee for Chairman Mike Conaway, R-Texas. Heggem's job was working with other committees and farm groups to form coalitions on agricultural issues.
She got her start in 2000 working for the former Republican Montana U.S. Sen. Conrad Burns, and later worked for the Senate Appropriations Committee, of which Burns was a member.
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"I came out here, as many Montanans do come out to D.C., with a promise that I would only be here two years and then be back in Montana," Heggem said. "And now, it's 18 years later."
Heggem's family is best known for the owning the Winifred Country Store. Heggem's mother, Donna Young, was a county commissioner in Fergus County for six years in the 1990s and has the unusual distinction of being a county commissioner in more than one county. Young was a commissioner in Powell County for six years after moving to Elliston.
Heggem said she has worked with most Montana agriculture groups as the House Agriculture Committee begins work on a new farm bill. She's worked frequently with the Montana Stockgrowers Association.
Before working for Conaway, Heggem was a senior government relations representative for the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association.
She has a bachelor's and master's degree in business and economics from Montana State University in Bozeman.
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Fear of the dentist is quite common for many people. Main Street Dental Clinics is well aware of the prevalence of dental anxiety and we are properly trained to work with you in helping you to overcome these fears. You will find we are eager to work with you to make your visits comfortable and pleasant. Asking questions about your mouth and proposed treatment will help to remove fear of the unknown and give you an opportunity to become involved in your dental health. Most importantly, remember that your Main Street Dental Clinics team is eager to work with you, not just on you, in order to achieve a mutual goal - maintaining the health of your smile.
Your child's first teeth erupt around 6 months old. For the prevention of dental problems, Main Street Dental Clinics recommend your child should be seen at 1 year of age. This first visit will help your child to become acquainted with our office and develop a relationship with the doctor and staff, as well as a chance to help educate parents to properly care for their child's teeth.
The first primary tooth, or baby tooth, erupts between 6 months to one year of age. The timing is different for each individual, but all 20 baby teeth are usually in by 3 years of age. Baby teeth are extremely important for a variety of reasons.
Baby teeth:
- Help children chew food easily and properly to maintain healthy nutrition
- Help children develop proper speech, and speak more quickly and clearly
- Help jaw formation by maintaining space and eruption paths for permanent teeth
- Help develop self -esteem, and set the stage for a lifetime of healthy smiles
Baby teeth are also just as prone to cavities as adult teeth. In fact, more than 50 percent of children will be affected by tooth decay before the age five, so you want to keep those cavities away to avoid an early loss of a tooth. When a baby tooth is lost too early, the permanent teeth can drift into the empty space and make it difficult for other adult teeth to find room when it's their turn to erupt. Proper oral hygiene is important as soon as your baby is born. Establishing good oral habits early will go a long way, even beyond impressing the tooth fairy!
Sealants are a thin, plastic coating that is painted on the chewing surfaces of teeth -- usually the back teeth (the premolars, and molars) -- to prevent tooth decay. The painted on liquid sealant quickly bonds into the depressions and groves of the teeth, forming a protective shield over the enamel of each tooth.
Typically, children should get sealants on their permanent molars and premolars as soon as these teeth come in. In this way, the dental sealants can protect the teeth through the cavity-prone years of ages 6 to 14. However, adults without decay or fillings in their molars can also benefit from sealants.
Sealants can protect the teeth from decay for many years, but they need to be checked for chipping or wear at regular dental check-ups
Several different options are available to change the shape of teeth, make teeth look longer, close spaces between teeth or repair chipped or cracked teeth. Among the options are bonding, crowns, veneers, and re-contouring.
- Dental bonding is a procedure in which a tooth-colored resin material (a durable plastic material) is applied to the tooth surface and hardened with a special light, which ultimately "bonds" the material to the tooth.
- Dental crowns are tooth-shaped "caps" that are placed over teeth. The crowns, when cemented into place, fully encase the entire visible portion of a tooth that lies at and above the gum line.
- Veneers (also sometimes called porcelain veneers or dental porcelain laminates) are wafer-thin, custom-made shells of tooth-colored materials that are designed to cover the front surface of teeth. These shells are bonded to the front of the teeth.
- Recontouring or reshaping of the teeth (also called odontoplasty, enameloplasty, stripping, or slenderizing) is a procedure in which small amounts of tooth enamel are removed to change a tooth's length, shape or surface.
Each of these options differ with regard to cost, durability, "chair time" necessary to complete the procedure, stain resistant qualities, and best cosmetic approach to resolving a specific problem. Talk to your dentist to see if one is right for you.
First, when purchasing toothpaste for you or your child, select one that contains fluoride. Fluoride-containing toothpastes have been shown to prevent cavities. However, one word of caution: Use only a very small amount for children under age 6 (the size of their fingernail). This is because young children swallow toothpaste, and swallowing too much fluoride can lead to tooth discoloration in permanent teeth.
It is also wise to select a product approved by the American Dental Association. The ADA's Seal of Acceptance means that the product has met ADA criteria for safety and effectiveness and that packaging and advertising claims are scientifically supported. Some manufacturers choose not to seek the ADA's Seal of Acceptance. Although these products may be safe and effective, these products' performance have not been evaluated or endorsed by the ADA.
Next, when considering other properties of toothpaste -- such as whitening toothpastes, tartar-control, gum care, desensitizing, etc. -- the best advice for selecting among these products may be to simply ask your dental hygienist or dentist what the greatest concerns are for your mouth at this time. After consulting with your dentist or hygienist about your oral health's greatest needs, look for products within that category (for example, within the tartar control brands or within the desensitizing toothpaste brands) that have received the ADA Seal of Acceptance.
Finally, some degree of personal preference comes into play. Choose the toothpaste that tastes and feels best. Gel or paste, wintergreen or spearmint all work alike. If you find that certain ingredients are irritating to your teeth, cheeks or lips, or if your teeth have become more sensitive, or if your mouth is irritated after brushing, try changing toothpastes. If the problem continues, see your dentist.
Research shows that both powered and manual toothbrushes are equally effective when used properly. The best way to be sure you are caring for your teeth properly is to discuss your homecare and needs with your dentist or hygienist.
Your mouth is a busy place. Bacteria – tiny colonies of living organisms are constantly on the move on your teeth, gums, lips and tongue. Having bacteria in your mouth is a normal thing. While some of the bacteria can be harmful, most are not and some are even helpful.
Certain types of bacteria, however, can attach themselves to hard surfaces like the enamel that covers your teeth. If they're not removed, they multiply and grow in number until a colony forms. More bacteria of different types attach to the colony already growing on the tooth enamel. Proteins that are present in your saliva (spit) also mix in and the bacteria colony becomes a whitish film on the tooth. This film is called plaque, and it's what causes cavities.
When refined carbohydrates or sugars are ingested, these bacteria present in the mouth use the sugar and convert it to acid that dissolves tooth enamel. The acid attacks start immediately after consuming sugars and last for 20-30 minutes.
It is a goal of the Doctors and Staff of Main Street Dental Clinics that students seek careers in the dental profession. Dentistry offers an individual the opportunity to help improve the dental health and overall well-being of the American population.
Careers available in dentistry include:
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Main Street Dental Clinics offers qualified students $500 towards education for a future career in dentistry. The requirements for the scholarship can be found here.
A multitude of teeth are knocked out every year in the United States. The main causes in the permanent dentition are fights and sports injuries. Researchers have developed methods of saving most of these teeth. These knocked out teeth can often be re-implanted under favorable conditions. If the tooth can be replanted within minutes after the accident, there is a greater chance the tooth will be retained for life.
After the accident, the tooth should be located and picked up by the crown or enamel portion and NOT the root. If the tooth is dirty or contaminated, it should gently be rinsed with milk or water. Do not store the tooth in water.
It should be noted that if a primary (baby) tooth is knocked out, it should NOT be replanted as it could damage the permanent tooth bud in formation. Parents should NOT try to place the baby tooth back into the socket, and should immediately seek the advice and treatment of their dentist.
Modern research has developed a common thread in the success rate of the treatment of avulsed teeth. That common premise is the rate at which the teeth are reimplanted. Recent studies have shown that critical time to be in the range of five minutes to an hour. The American Association of Endodontists (2004) recommends reimplanting the fully formed tooth (closed apex) if it has been in a storage medium of milk, saline or saliva, even up to 60 minutes or less of extra-oral dry time (tooth out of bony socket).
Some people tend to have a rather strange attitude towards checkups. If the dentist does not find something wrong, their time has been wasted. As a matter of fact, a series of successful visits can discourage them from ever seeing their dentist and hygienist again. The idea that you should only see the dentist when something is wrong is not only ridiculous but can end up costing you a lot of money, comfort and time!
Your dentist is trained to detect and treat many problems before you are even aware of them. The goal is prevention - prevent disease, decay and tooth loss. Your dentist can help you but only if you make the appointment. It all comes back to teamwork. Only you, your dentist and your hygienist can determine how often to make a visit, but for most people, twice a year is sufficient. Checkups should not be a one-time event. They are necessary for regular assessments of the condition and the well being of your mouth. Check-up procedures vary with each dentist, but basically will contain: a review of dental and medical history, an overall examination of the mouth including oral cancer screening, a professional cleaning, possibly a fluoride treatment, and a general assessment of hygiene at home. Regular checkups are a MUST in the fight against gum disease.
Gum disease(gingivitis) or periodontal disease is the number one cause of tooth loss today. The reason you lose teeth from gum disease is because this disease attacks the gums as well as the bone, which are the foundation in which your teeth rest. As the bone dissolves away from around your teeth, your teeth become loose and eventually fall out. Anyone, at any age, is susceptible to gum disease. Gum disease is caused by plaque. If the plague is not removed on a daily basis it will form calculus, which is the breeding ground for the germs which cause periodontal disease.
Bleeding gums are the first sign that there may be a problem with the gums. Puffy, tender red gums are also a sign that there is an infection present. Bleeding gums, however, are not always present even in severe cases of gum disease. Gum disease will not go away by itself or with improved home care. This is because the plaque has become cemented to your teeth like a hard calcium deposit. The only way of removing plaque deep under the gums is with professional cleanings. Routine and regular visits to your dentist are the best way of catching gum disease in its early stages, before too much damage has been caused.
Exposure to all sources of radiation -- including the sun, minerals in the soil, appliances in your home, and dental X-rays -- can damage the body's tissues and cells and lead to the development of cancer. Fortunately, The dosage of X-ray radiation received by a dental patient is typically extremely small (around 0.150 mSv for a full mouth series, according to the American Dental Association website), equivalent to a few days' worth of background environmental radiation exposure, or similar to the dose received during a cross-country airplane flight (concentrated into one short burst aimed at a small area)
Advances in dentistry over the years have lead to the low radiation levels emitted by dental X-rays. At Main Street Dental Clinics we only take necessary dental films, and we use digital x-rays which significantly reduces radiation exposure compared to traditional x-rays.
Amalgam fillings are safe. A great deal of research has examined these fillings and found them to be an effective, long-lasting treatment for dental decay.
Amalgam, or silver, fillings are made with mercury, silver, tin and copper. In some cases, other metals may be included in amalgam fillings, too. Amalgam has been used for many years to replace decayed areas within teeth. It is an excellent material for this purpose. Amalgam is a strong, stable substance that holds up well when placed in a moist environment. It is also a good choice because it can tolerate the dramatic changes in temperature within your mouth.
We use amalgam fillings regularly at Main Street Dental Clinics. They are best suited for larger fillings, such as those in molar teeth, as amalgam is a much more durable material than the material used in composite fillings. Composite resin fillings are made from plastic mixed with powdered glass to make them stronger. Some people prefer composite resin fillings because they are white. This enables them to blend in with your teeth and have a more natural look than the silver amalgam fillings. However, composite fillings tend not to last as long as amalgam fillings, particularly in children. They also are more expensive.
Concerns have been raised over the years about the mercury in amalgam fillings. Mercury is an important component in the fillings because it effectively binds the other metals together, forming a strong bond that contributes to the filling's durability. It is important to note that there are several kinds of mercury. The mercury found in water that can build up in fish and lead to health problems if you ingest too much is not the same type of mercury used in amalgam. The mercury in amalgam is contained, or sequestered, within the filling.
A variety of research studies have shown that the levels of mercury in people who have amalgam fillings are well below the point at which mercury may cause health problems. That was found to be true even in those who had multiple amalgam fillings, some with as many as 15 fillings. No evidence exists that shows amalgam fillings increase the risk for health problems. So unless you are having trouble with your fillings or experience an allergic reaction to the material in amalgam fillings, there is no need to have them replaced.
It is possible that over long periods of time, usually several decades or more, amalgam fillings may not hold their original shape. If the fillings become deformed, then they need to be replaced. They also should be replaced if they start to break down over time.
The bottom line is that there is no need for concern about the safety of amalgam fillings. There is no evidence that shows any correlation between having amalgam fillings and increased risks for illness or developmental problems. Amalgam is an excellent, long-lasting material for fillings. If you have concerns about your fillings, or if you experience problems with them, talk to your dentist about the need for replacement.


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NPB: Tigers going after another foreigner?; Draft to be held on 10/29
by Gen on May.18, 2009 @ 12:02 pm, under NPB
...There are currently no plans of canceling any games at the Koshien due to the Swine Flu.
...The Tigers might be preparing to acquire a new foreigner to pick up the slack (Kevin Mench doesn't appear to be the asnwer). Rumors abound that the team could be interested in players like Julio Zuleta, Craig Brazell, and Tyrone Woods, but it's speculation at the moment.
...Jet balloons have been banned at Koshien Stadium for the time being.
...Nobuhiko Matsunaka, held out of the line-up since May 14th due to tightness in his back, was seen taking batting practice on Monday for the first time since he was held out of the line-up; he followed that up with some soft toss. Matsunaka is still listed as day-to-day.
...The team will refrain from selling "jet balloons" for the time being and will ask fans not to let any go during home games. They will also be running service announcement during the game to remind fans to wash / disinfect their hands and gargle.
...Jet balloons will be temporarily banned at Swallows' home games (Jingu Stadium) starting the 24th when the team plays host to the Softbank Hawks.
...Up to 57 night games during inter-league play will rely on clean energy to power the lights.
...Former Yakult Swallows pitcher Hiromu Matsuoka has been chosen to manage the newly added Mie Three Arrows of the Kansai Independent League next year. Yukio Fujinami and Hiroyuki Maehara were also signed on as coaches.
...The NPB, Japan Amatetur Baseball Association, Japan Student Baseball Association, and the Japan High School Baseball Federation got together for a meeting on Monday and agreed on holding the annual amateur draft on October 29th. The meeting also covered other topics like how Japan Baseball will proceed moving forward. The Amateur groups also agreed to cooperate with the NPB regarding their desire to investigate the issue of MLB teams sending scouts to check on amateur players.


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So, out of storage came our, wonderful, lazy suzan....it was a handmade gift, many years ago, from a
It was a stained pine when we received it, then I painted it a country green. Last year, I gave it a makeover in ivory and hand painted the designs with white and gold. It got a bit beat up in our recent move, so I'm thinkin' about another re-do....exactly what? That remains to be decided!
My, little, brass easel was next to be used.
And for it I this made!
A view from the backside holds my grandmother's vintage earrings and pin.
With my glammed up candlestick of brass and crystal....the"eye candy" from that post is here, too.
A scheme of amethyst, pearls and brass was pulled from the colors in the dishes.
A, tiny, brass, vanity tray is holding my antique sugar and creamer.
Vintage beauties!
More of my inspired colors in my, carved out, painted pumpkin....... in amethyst, pearls, amber and gold.
Overflowing with my favorites...."glamorous glam!"
A nice full view from above.
And with of all the beautiful settings.
Next up, I'll share the Full Tablescape for Brunch and my "FAKE" chargers, too!
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5th Annual Spooktacular Halloween Party & Trick or Treat Parade
October 30, 2016
Join us for some free fun-ky Halloween fun with the Japan Center Malls for the Spooktacular Halloween Party complete with mall-wide trick for treating and games, decorations, bouncy house, arts and crafts, face painting & removable tattoos. Children in costume will be able to trick or treat in East and West Malls and to visit participating retailers for candy and surprises. FREE
Electrifying Performances from:
- GenRyu Arts (Taiko)
- Beatz N Pieces B-boy Crew (Breakdancing)
- Nagata Dance (Childrens Creative Dance)
- Yoshi (Spoken Word)
- Til Dawn (Accapella)
- Tsukino Mari (JPop)
- Spooky Funk with DJ Rusty B (All Good Funk Alliance)
- & More!!!!
This event is FREE and is made possible with support from The Japan Center Malls, and in partnership with JCYC and JCCCNC.
Location: Japantown Peace Plaza, Post and Buchanan Streets
Free and open to the public
When: 12:00 -4:00 PM
Where: Japantown Peace Plaza
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Dwarf form of the deciduous Japanese native, Epimedium grandiflorum. New foliage of is pale blue-bronze. Flower spikes up to 25cm, with violet flowers.
New evergreen hybrid with unusual deep red-purple flowers in spring. Humous rich soil with some shade
Epimedium acuminatum "Night Mistress" – Introduced by Darrell Probst in 2004. Originating from wild collecting in 2000 near Nanchuan in China's Chongqing municipality. Long arching flower spikes in early spring with large dark purple flowers and white backing sepals. H&S to 50cm.
Recent introduction from the national collection holder and becoming available around 2015. Medium sized evergreen hybrid. Later flowering, with long flowering season into autumn. Orange shaded yellow petals.
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Epimedium x acuminatum – New evergreen hybrid rich purple flowers with white tipped spurs. H30cm. Humus rich shade. Introduced by Wendy Perry. syn. "Emperor"
American hybrid with pink and red flowers over mottled young leaves. H to 45cm. Humus rich light shade
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With so many things to do in North Carolina, you can make a day trip or weekend of it all year long. From outdoor adventures to historical landmarks, and from top tourist attractions to weird and unusual sites North Carolina is a vacationers dreamland. Mountains or beaches, take your pick…just get to North Carolina and have some fun!
Incredible Outdoor Excitement: Only in Onslow!
Get ready for a fun, relaxing family vacation in Onslow County, NC. It is only 1.5 hour flight (or about a 7 hour drive) from Atlanta. Stay on the river in Swansboro, enjoying everything from a Family Picnic Cruise with Bayonet Enterprises to a half-day sand dollar/whelk/shark teeth excursion with Marsh Cruises. Try kayaking or paddleboarding, and shrimping and crabbing, too.
Or take a more relaxed coastal vacation in North Topsail Beach. Stay in the St Regis Resort or Villa Capriani. Both are right on the beach and ideal for families.
Camping more your thing? There is some awesome back-country camping right on the beach at Hammocks Beach State Park. What are you waiting for? Head to Onslow County!
Adventure in the Highest Town in Eastern America
Touted as the highest town in Eastern America, Beech Mountain is bustling with activities for every type of adventurer, all year long. Take a weekend mountain retreat to the next level and choose from thrilling mountain bike trails, scenic chair lift rides over picturesque landscapes, live concerts and more.
Beech Mountain's best-kept secret, the Emerald Outback offers nearly seven miles of alluring and challenging trails for hiking, biking and running. Lift access allows bikers to bring their mountain bikes up to the summit for a thrilling race down the mountain or for hikers seeking the famed 50-mile vista of scenic overlook.
Say Cheers at Duplin Winery
Take a visit to Duplin Winery in Duplin County, NC. It is the largest winery in the south, and the biggest producer of muscadine wines in the entire country. More than that, it is the perfect place to unplug and unwind. Visitors come for tours, tastings and dining in The Bisto (open for lunch Mon-Sat). They also come for unique dinner shows and can't miss annual events.
At Duplin Winery, you can immerse yourself in the area's rich agricultural and culinary stories or just enjoy the delicious wine. This family-run winery is making Duplin County a sweet spot to visit as well as a must-see attraction for visitors to North Carolina.
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Zoos and Museums | Weird, but Awesome
Main Attractions Worth The Hype
Biltmore, Asheville
Biltmore Estate is one of the most well-known attractions in North Carolina. With opportunities for you to learn more about the estate by walking around the house and gardens or taking a tour of the winery, and a number of outdoor activities to choose from (horseback riding, paddle boarding, fly-fishing and biking, to name a few) you'll find that this is the perfect place to bring the family for the weekend.
Chimney Rock, Chimney Rock State Park
Whether you're looking for an athletic adventure or want to take a stroll on a nature trail, Chimney Rock has an option for you. Book yourself a rock climbing expedition for a full day, half-day, or a few hours and be prepared to work your body as you learn to climb. Have experiencing rock climbing? Fox Mountain Guides have options for beginners and experienced climbers. Children aged seven and up can participate, making this very family-friendly. Want to take a break and grab a bite to eat? Head to the restaurant in Chimney Rock Village and fill your bellies before heading out again.
Great Wolf Lodge, Concord
An indoor water park that covers over 80,000 square feet? Great Wolf Lodge offers incredible accommodations on-site with kid-friendly rooms and suites big enough for an extended family vacation. But this is not just a water park. With attractions like mini-golf and bowling, arcades and a rope course, you and the kids won't have a minute to be bored. Find some time to slip away and head to the spa, or bring your little one with you for some mommy and me pampering.
Great Smoky Mountains Railroad, Bryson City
The Great Smoky Mountains Railroad is, of course, located in the Smoky Mountains of North Carolina. Take a train ride and enjoy a tour of this incredible area. Decide between a diesel or a steam powered experience, each with a number of options for you to choose from. There are family adventures and even an adults-only moonshine experience. Order boxed lunches in advance and save yourself the trouble of packing something or picking up snacks. And if you're feeling really adventurous, have a look at their zip and rail packages, with ziplining options for the entire family!
Visit The Hunger Games Film Sites
Are you a fan of The Hunger Games? If you are then you probably already know that the movies were filmed across North Carolina. There are so many locations you can visit! From Charlotte to Asheville to DuPont State Recreational Forest in Henderson, you'll experience nature in a way that the characters did, minus the stress of survival! Prefer to have someone lead the way than to find these locations on your own? Consider signing up for one of these Unofficial Hunger Games Tours.
Exploring the Outdoors
Pullen Park, Raleigh
Pullen Park is best known for its Holiday Express event, which takes place every December and turns the park into a winter wonderland filled with holiday decorations and activities. But that doesn't mean you shouldn't go there the rest of the year. With their carousel, mini-train and pedal boats, spring and summer are the perfect time to head to the park and enjoy the warmer weather.
Blue Ridge Parkway
Follow the Blue Ridge Parkway and catch some of the most beautiful views you'll find in North Carolina. Known for its fall foliage, you'll find plenty of information encouraging you to take the drive in the months of September (late month) and October. With options for camping, hiking, fishing, biking and even golfing, there's so much more to do along the Parkway than just looking at the leaves, flowers and wildlife.
Grandfather Mountain, Linville
Grandfather Mountain offers some of the best hiking trails in the south and America's highest suspension footbridge. Looking to become one with nature? Take a simple walk on their in-park nature trails. Want something more intense? Tackle their Backcountry Hiking Trails where you'll find yourself climbing rope ladders and cables off cliffs. Not up for a long walk? Stop at the Nature Museum or have a look at some of the Wildlife Habitats. And be sure to stop at The Fudge Shop before you leave!
Linville Gorge, Marion
Linville Gorge is recognized as the third largest wilderness area in North Carolina. As you would imagine, this makes it one of the most incredible locations for hiking and backpacking. But be sure to do so carefully, as Linville Gorge's designation as a National Wilderness Area leaves visitors without very well-marked or cleared trails. This doesn't mean it isn't safe, it's just important for you to educate yourself before you go. Best bet? Get yourself a map of the area to ensure that when you do take on one of the very intense trails that you'll know a bit of what to expect in advance.
Sliding Rock, Pisgah Forest
All you need to know about Sliding Rock is that it is a 60-foot natural water slide. A 60-foot natural water slide. That ends in a pool of water about 7-8 feet deep. Requirements are that you know how to swim. Or if your children are going to participate that they know how to swim. And if you don't want to take the plunge be sure and check the rules. Children under the age of seven must be accompanied by an adult, so if you think your little one is going to be able to go alone - guess again. Coast guard approved flotation devices are permitted and there are two platforms on-site if you just want to watch while another adult goes slip sliding with the kids.
Blue Ghost Fireflies, Hendersonville
Often seen during the summer months at the DuPont State Recreational Forest, the blue ghost fireflies are breathtakingly beautiful, but can be very difficult to find. While the forest is open daily from 5 a.m. - 10 p.m., the fireflies are best seen during the dusk or nighttime hours. Recently there have been limitations placed on opportunities to look for them due to firefly endangerment. Your best bet is to contact the forest staff before heading out to ensure that the timing is right to stop by and see them.
Jordan Lake State Recreation Area, Apex
Jordan Lake is, simply put, a beautiful lake. The entire area offers spectacular views and an opportunity to see them on land or on water. You can head out there to hike, camp, boat or fish. But many people go there to watch for bald eagles. Jordan Lake offers free activities introducing you to the bald eagles and other birds, hosted by their park rangers and completely free to you. They also work with the Morehead Planetarium to offer Skywatching events in which you'll spend some time learning about the night sky.
Clingman's Dome, Gatlinburg
At the highest point of the Great Smoky Mountains at 6,643 feet, Clingman's Dome is a very popular park that falls in both, North Carolina and Tennessee. A beautiful location for hiking, the Dome offers some of the most beautiful views you'll ever see, with an observation tower that offers a well-rounded view of the entire area. The trail to the observation tower is extremely steep and runs about 0.75 miles long. Also, while you're in the area, be sure to also visit the miles of hiking trails in Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
JC Raulston Arboretum, Raleigh
Located at NC State University in Raleigh, the JC Raulston Arboretum is open every day and completely free to all guests. With over a dozen gardens, featuring a variety of plants and flowers, from perennial plants to berries and trees, you'll find anything that interests you in the world of horticulture. Find yourself fascinated with Maples? They have them. Love Magnolias? Have them, too. Looking to find a moment of zen? Head to the Japanese garden. And don't forget to stop at the Rose Garden and the Butterfly Garden, both favorites of Arboretum visitors.
Outer Banks Beaches, Outer Banks
Looking to plan a beach weekend for the whole family? The beaches of the Outer Banks offer everything you could possibly dream of. Head to Paradise Fun Park on Kill Devil Hills and ride the bumper cars or Go Kartz. Play mini-golf. Go surfing or paddleboarding in Duck. Take a dolphin tour on Manteo. Or just head directly to the beach in any of these towns and hit the water. You and your kids will have a blast. And be sure to stop in at Duck Donuts before you leave the area. You'll thank me later. Don't skip the chance to go all the way down to Cape Hatteras National Seashore, also, to see the lighthouse
Capital Area Greenway Trail System, Raleigh
Looking for something to do in Raleigh that keeps you outside for much of the day? Consider tackling the Capital Area Greenway Trail System. This system offers over 100 miles of interconnected trails for you to explore. You can walk, jog, ride your bike, take the kids in a wagon or stroller and enjoy a bit of nature tucked away inside our capital city.
Skiing and Snow Tubing, NC Mountains
With a number of mountain resorts offering you guaranteed snow, no matter the weather, skiing and snowtubing isn't out of the question for southerners these days! Whether you decide to hit the slopes at Sugar Mountain or head to Beech Mountain for higher elevation, you're bound to have an incredible time. But if your preference is to stay off skis and avoid standing up at all on snowy terrain, snow tubing is the choice for you.
Historically Significant
Old Salem Museums and Gardens, Winston-Salem
You'll find plenty of history and culture in Old Salem. You'll also find an incredible bakery, and that's important. You have to do a bit of walking to get to it, but it's well worth the stroll. Before the bakery, though, you'll find several historic buildings filled with artifacts from the 1800s.
Carolinas Aviation Museum, Charlotte
The Carolinas Aviation Museum offers a wealth of information to its visitors. Including commercial, civil and military aircrafts in their exhibits, the museum does its best to preserve aviation history. With a library on-site, you'll find an opportunity to read up on decades of aircraft history and review decades worth of artifacts.
NC Museum of History, Raleigh
Looking to learn about every aspect of North Carolina history? The NC Museum of History is the place for you. You'll find the North Carolina Sports Hall of Fame here. Founded in 1962, the NC Hall of Fame offers over 200 pieces of sports memorabilia for you to see. With numerous galleries and an events calendar offering up a number of cultural festivities, the museum is the place to be. And if you're worried the kids might get bored, consider downloading a copy of their scavenger hunt sheet. They're sure to love the idea of hunting down information when you get there.
Wright Brothers National Memorial, Manteo
You'll be able to learn all about Wilbur and Orville Wright at their National Memorial. Have a look at exactly where they first took flight and see the national commemorative monument recognizing their success! Pick up a Junior Ranger booklet for the kids and have them learn all about the park and how to protect it. They'll get a fun badge after they complete all of their ranger assignments. (You can only get this on-site - no downloading for this one!)
Battleship North Carolina, Wilmington
Work to build the Battleship North Carolina began in 1937. It had been 16 years since the last battleship had been built. It was not until 1941 that she took to the water. An authentically restored WWII battleship, the North Carolina is recognized as a National Historic Landmark. You can take a self-guided tour, or decide to participate in a behind-the-scenes tour of the not yet restored areas of the ship. Whatever you decide you're bound to have a wonderful experience and learn so much about this incredible ship.
Grove Park Inn, Asheville
Looking to take in some history and escape the every day for a while? Book yourself some time at the Grove Park Inn. As its name indicates, the inn is a location with rooms available on-site. There are several restaurants, spas and activities to do there, as well. But the history buffs out there should be sure and attend one of the history tours. The 45 minute tours are free to guests. Learn more about the history of the resort, which has been open to guests for over a century. Find out about some of their most memorable guests and enjoy a look at how things used to be when they first opened.
Mordecai Historic Park, Raleigh
Once the location of the largest plantation in Wake County, Mordecai Historic Park is filled with history. Filled with historic buildings, structures and landscaping, this area captures a true feeling of what life was like so many years ago. If you're looking to experience more than just the historical aspects of this location, consider attending Sacred Heart Sundays on the fourth Sunday of every month at St. Mark's Chapel where you'll find the Triangle Shape Note singers performing a capella.
Tweetsie Railroad, Blowing Rock
Tweetsie Railroad made Blowing Rock its home in 1957. Engine No. 12, the primary steam engine on-site, has been in commission since 1919. With live entertainment, from magic shows to dancing performances, and a number of kid and family-friendly rides, Tweetsie Railroad is a hit to anyone who visits. The park is open to the public from April through October, with their Tweetsie Christmas event taking place from late November through December.
Reed Gold Mine, Midland
The site of the first documented gold find in the United States, Reed Gold Mine is a fun and free place to visit. Take a guided tour of the underground tunnels, have a look at some very old mining equipment exhibits, or spend a few dollars and have the family pan for gold themselves. Learn all about the history of gold and how North Carolina was one of the top producers of gold until the California Gold Rush of 1849!
International Civil Rights Center and Museum, Greensboro
At the International Civil Rights Center and Museum many aspects of the civil rights movement are represented. This educational center offers a number of historical images and information to teach its visitors about the fight for civil rights African-American have faced throughout the years. From voting rights to 'separate but unequal' education and a constant battle for equal rights. Consider participating in an active guided tour or attend a weekly children's story hour Saturday mornings.
High Hampton Inn, Cashiers
Established in the 1830s as a cottage and estate for the Hampton family to carve some time away from the summer heat at their low country home, the High Hampton Inn now offers the same to vacationers from all over the U.S.. With cottages and multi-bedroom homes to choose from, visitors rent lodging nearby and enjoy access to the lake for fishing and swimming. Throughout the summer there are several children's programs to consider, offering options for kids of all ages. One of their most unique activities on-site is an opportunity to take a hike with a llama, which just might be something you cannot pass up.
The Elizabethan Gardens, Manteo
Opened in 1960, The Elizabethan Gardens offers educational opportunities that go as far back as the early colonies. With over 500 different species of plants and flowers, the 10 and a half acres of land offers something beautiful for everyone. Horticultural history abounds, from roses in the rose garden to an ancient live oak tree that dates as far back as approximately 1585. Peruse the seasonal flower beds or stroll along the great lawn and enjoy the beauty of gardens like no other.
Guilford Courthouse National Military Park, Greensboro
If you're a history buff the Guilford Courthouse National Military Park is the perfect place for you to visit. With colonial exhibits featuring old looms and a water wheel, and a museum of Revolutionary War artifacts, you won't be bored. You can also take some time to explore the grounds and take in some of the history by walking the battlefield trails on your own. Enjoy the many monuments documenting the history of these grounds as you go. The Guilford Council National Military Park also has a Junior Ranger program for the kids that they'll earn a badge and certificate upon completing.
Zoos, Museums and More
Marbles Kids Museum, Raleigh
Marbles Kids Museum offers entertainment for children aged 10 and under. With opportunities to be creative, to learn and to play, Marbles offers your children a chance to learn through hands-on discovery with exhibits like Art Loft and IdeaWorks where they're able to let their imaginations run free. The Power2Play exhibit gets your kids moving, jumping and bouncing - getting out all of their excess energy while still playing indoors. Located in Downtown Raleigh, Marbles has been a favorite in our house for years.
Morehead Planetarium and Science Center, Chapel Hill
Quench your thirst for scientific discovery with one or more of the 14 planetarium shows available at the Morehead Planetarium. They offer 'live' star shows that incorporate the current night sky, along with several multimedia show options to choose from. The Science Stage shows offer live science demonstrations where the audience participates and interacts with the presenters. These are completely free to attendees. With a range of shows to choose from there is something that will interest everyone here.
North Carolina Zoo, Asheboro
Recognized as one of the largest natural habitat zoos in the United States, the North Carolina Zoo offers you an opportunity to see exhibits featuring animals from North America to Africa, including an aviary section that displays thousands of tropical plants and dozens of exotic birds. It will take several hours to see the entire zoo, so it is recommended that you consider mapping out your day before you go. Take some breaks from walking about to grab lunch on-site and take the kids on a carousel ride, or hop on the tram to ensure you get to see both sides of the zoo before day's end.
NASCAR Hall of Fame, Charlotte
The NASCAR Hall of Fame is the perfect destination for the NASCAR fan. Honoring NASCAR's history, heritage and icons with interactive exhibits and information, you'll learn more than you ever imagined about the sport here. And most importantly, you'll be able to visit the Hall of Honor to find out all about the NASCAR Hall of Fame inductees. Located in Uptown Charlotte, the Hall is surrounded by great restaurants and hotels, and is about 20 minutes away from our next attraction!
Charlotte Motor Speedway, Concord
Dubbed 'The Greatest Place to See the Race,' Charlotte Motor Speedway is the perfect destination for those looking to catch some excitement and fast action firsthand. With a number of events and tours available, you're going to want to be sure to check their calendar and book your tickets in advance so you can plan your adventure. From the NASCAR Sprint All-Star Race to monster trucks, this is a destination racing fans will not want to miss.
North Carolina Aquarium, 4 locations
With touch tanks and behind-the-scene tours the Fort Fisher location is the perfect place to head for an interactive and educational experience. Tired of just looking and want to catch yourself a fish or two? Head to Jennette's Pier in Nags Head. Have a toddler in the family? The Aqua Tots program at the Roanoke Island location is perfect for them. Or considering checking out the turtles or going surf fishing at Pine Knoll Shores. Whichever location you choose you're sure to have an incredible time.
NC Museum of Natural Sciences, Raleigh
So much to see and do at the Museum of Natural Sciences! Where should you begin? Be sure to get yourself a copy of the museum guide once you're on-site, or consider downloading their app in advance so you can map out your visit. With exhibits covering prehistoric NC, to the deep sea and ever-changing ocean floor, your perspective on the natural world will shift tremendously. Be sure to stop in at the Living Conservatory on the fourth floor to experience an incredible journey to a Central American dry forest without stepping off the museum grounds.
NC Transportation Museum, Salisbury
With a number of locomotive exhibits and an actual train ride, the Transportation Museum is the perfect stop for your little (or big!) train fanatic. Learn about North Carolina's mass transit history, from streetcars to airlines. Take a ride on an antique diesel train and consider upgrading to ride with the engineer. The Transportation Museum offers two very well-known special events each year, so be sure to look into the Day Out With Thomas or The Polar Express Train Ride (holiday scheduling).
Museum of Life and Science, Durham
The Museum of Life and Science will keep your family busy all day. Start off inside with their weather and aerospace exhibits, and make your way outside to check out the farmyard and the animals in their explore the wild exhibits. Their Magic Wings Butterfly House is one of the largest butterfly houses on the East Coast. With a variety of birds, insects, flowers and butterflies, it will easily be one of your favorite exhibits at the museum. And if you stay really still you just might coax one into landing on you. (More in Durham here.)
Weird, But Awesome
Land of Oz, Beech Mountain
Land of Oz isn't quite as active as it's been in years gone by, but at least twice a year the Emerald City perks up and is filled with people. Whether it's Autumn At Oz or their Journey With Dorothy, if you're a Wizard of Oz fan this quirky little 'anti-theme park' is the perfect place for you.
The Road To Nowhere, Bryson City
The Road To Nowhere is exactly what it sounds like. An unfinished road represented by a highway up in the Great Smoky Mountains. But where it goes is why it has this special nickname, as it stops at the mouth of a tunnel. Several decades after work on it began it remains unfinished. Referenced as a "broken promise" by residents of the area, the road was to exist to ensure that they had access to old family cemeteries on the other side. Visitors can take the 6-mile highway into the park and the tunnel itself is open for those intrigued enough to walk through it, just make sure to bring a flashlight so you can find your way to the other side!
The Stanley Rehder Carnivorous Plant Garden, Wilmington
Featuring the endangered species of the Venus Flytrap, the official carnivorous plant of NC, the carnivorous plant garden is a fascinating spot to visit. It is, indeed, weird but awesome. As the Venus Flytrap plant is native to North and South Carolina, this is one of the few places in the U.S. that you can find them and see them in their natural environment. But be sure and wear closed-toed shoes when you go as you don't want one of the plants thinking you're on the menu!
Whirligig Park (Acid Park), Wilson
Covering 2 acres, Whirligig Park currently houses 16 whirligigs. What are whirligigs, you ask? Whirligigs are the creations of Vollis Simpson, a master at his craft. At age 65, after retirement, Simpson began creating whirligigs out of scrap metal and other 'junk' that he had collected over the years. In 2013, North Carolina named Simpson's whirligigs the official folk art of the state. The park itself offers a farmers market, an amphitheater and plenty of place for you to enjoy these fun creations on display, and become one with nature. Those supporting Whirligig Park have a plan in place to display all 31 of Simpson's whirligigs.
Cloud Chamber, Raleigh
Located at the North Carolina Museum of Art, the Cloud Chamber is on the museum's sculpture trail. A small shelter built with one door and a small opening at the top, the cloud chamber offers a bit of an upside-down perspective, one where instead of looking up and out to see the trees and clouds, visitors look down at the ground and see an inverted projection.
Shangri-La Stone Village, Prospect Hill
A unique miniature village made completely of stone? Can you picture it? Well, you don't have to. Henry Warren was about 75 years old when he started working on his tiny creations. It took him nine years to craft the entire thing, from a motel to a church, a school and a library and even a small stone bathroom. A quirky little spot to stop and enjoy on your way through town, the Shangri-La Stone Village will delight the kids, but won't keep you for more than a short visit.
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The Argento Ball for the Elton John AIDS Foundation in association with Bvlgari and Bob and Tamar Manoukian on Wednesday 27th June 2018 is a twofold celebration.
Firstly, the Argento Ball celebrates the Silver Anniversary of the Elton John AIDS Foundation. Twenty-five years ago, EJAF embarked on the mission to create an AIDS free future in order to make the biggest possible difference to those living with HIV.
Over the last 25 years, our achievements include: reaching millions across 26 countries with the HIV information, support and care to save their lives and protect those they love; preventing almost a million babies being born with the HIV virus; and helping to leverage more than £300 million in additional funding from governments and funding partners.
This has transformed HIV from a death sentence to a manageable condition, which requires just one pill a day and the possibility of a normal life expectancy. Since our first ever summer ball back in 1999, global HIV treatment has expanded from less than 300,000 people to over 20 million.
On this note, the Argento Ball also sees the launch of this year's fundraising campaign, which is aimed at young people at risk of HIV. This is primarily to ensure history does not repeat itself and reverse the 200,000 new HIV infections amongst young women and men each year.
Sir Elton John, David Furnish and our Trustees and Patrons request the pleasure of your company to celebrate this milestone with them. We are so very proud of the Elton John AIDS Foundation's role in this extraordinary progress over 25 years and we very much hope you can join us to continue to create a future free from AIDS.
Adding to the special performance by the most successful recording artist of 2017, Ed Sheeran, Trustee of the Foundation Graham Norton will join us as MC for the evening. Nicole Parker, whose roles include Elphaba in the Broadway production of Wicked, will treat guests to her legendary celebrity impressions featured on MAD TV. The night will end with dancing to DJ set from Platinum Award winning drum and bass band Rudimental.
We must thank our partners Bvlgari as well as our long-standing friends Bob and Tamar Manoukian who have ensured that 100% of your contributions will go towards continuing our vital work.
Tickets start at £3,500 per person. For ticket requests or any queries, please contact the Foundation office.
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Please note ticket request deadline Wednesday 20th June 2018 and a waiting list will operate if ticket requests are at capacity.


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I keep hearing people tell me that we "can't afford" a Canadian style universal health care system because it "would bankrupt the Nation." It's time we debunk that lie for good.
Though it is substantially less expensive on both a cost per capita basis and a percentage of GDP basis than US health care, Universal Health Care is not "free" in any sense; it's simply paid for through taxes instead of through our individual payments to "insurance" companies, and the plethora of administrative leeches associated with the designed complexity of the insurance system.
This "insurance" scheme in the US amounts to blatant fraud for profit which I'll address in a moment.
The other lie I hear from a great many politicians and industry appologists is that there's "no legitimate way to compare" US and Canadian health care costs because of the size vs. population density disparity of the two countries.
Here's the per capita Health Care (average per person) costs of various nations scaled against Longevity:
So the politicians' claim is factually incorrect. In short, it's a flat lie.
There is a valid, direct, comparison to be had by using cost per capita, or the national cost as a percentage of G.D.P. What makes it a valid comparison is the fact that cost per capita or cost as a percentage of G.D.P. both scale with any population increases. In the case of G.D.P. it's not a direct correlation, but when we look at per capita (aka: Average cost per person) costs it absolutely is a direct scale where the available money increases with any increase in population.
You can even graph it yourself…
Now… Here's the other lie: Our bribed and treasonous Congresscritters act like it is perfectly normal & acceptable that we pay 40% to 60% more than any industrialized nation while completely ignoring the Fact that, by any measure, our national outcomes are far worse:
*Longevity As shown in the chart above
* % of Citizens covered Even with the 40% to 60% premium we pay we still have between 24% and 30% of our Citizens with zero coverage and thus zero access to care.
*Child birth deaths. US Childbirth deaths double Canadian rate
*Bankruptcy due to medical expenses for insured patients (are you kidding me?! WTF is insurance actually useful for, if it doesn't prevent catastrophic costs from bankrupting you?!)
Bottom line: Our cost vs results metrics are absolutely horrid. They're quite literally the worst in the world except for a few "third world" nations.
The entire problem here is that these valid, direct, comparisons are, quite carefully never ever used by anyone in business, MSM media, or government because they show clearly how thoroughly We The People are being defrauded by insurance companies. Asking "Who Profits from this" shows that this is being done in collusion with bribed Congresscritters and State legislators. Asking "Who Profits?" also makes clear that Congress is servicing their corporate fascist bribers at Our expense: Diagnosis: Reform
Bill Moyers: Money, Politics and Health
So… Who Profits from the following:
*Certificate of Need laws preventing innovation by mandating that any new service model gets appr oval from the existing competition.
*The Bush era "reforms" of Medicare which prohibited Medicare from negotiating drug and durable medical equipment costs and then in a second round if "reforms" prohibited Medicare from even looking at the potential cost savings. Our government is the only pack of idiots in the world which has passed such blatantly corporate fascist laws in servicing their bribers.
Sorry folks, but there's simply no "polite" way to say this.
Using those valid comparison metrics I noted earlier; We US Citizens are forced to pay almost double what any other industrialized nation pays and yet we still have some 24% to 30% of our Citizens with zero valid, usable, access to health care. In contrast those other nations pay a little more than half what we pay (per Capita or as a percentage of GDP) and have everyone… even tourists… covered for everything.
No matter how you slice and dice the numbers our system SUCKS.
The grand Orwellian fraud of the Health "Insurance" Deductible
The health insurance deductible is a blatant rip off, courtesy of the collusion of a bribed and treasonous Congress serving their corporate bribers by mandating that everyone (except the wealthy) buy mafia style health "insurance" while removing the one valid option for ordinary Citizens… the Public Option.
I speak from a position of knoweldge here because I lived for my first 30 years having actual insurance through Kaiser Permanate. I paid between $90 and $123 and month; and but for a $25 copay everything was covered.
My cash, out of pocket costs for medical care were (pre Rmoneycare/PPACA) WELL under $1500 a year. I'm 55, healthy, one prescription (A teenagers' dose of Xanax for stress as needed). I'm now forced to pay in excess of $4500.00 BEFORE ANY services are provided.
The Insurance Mafia multinationals (and their bribed appologists) claim this three fold increase is "due to increased costs," yet logic, history, and math tell me clearly that this is a blatant Lie! My health condition hasn't changed, in fact the "expected" loss of lung function of a 55 year old is +22%; my actual loss is under 11%. I'm on the same prescription I've been on for 30 years now, at what is a teenagers' dose.
So… Here's the real numbers:
My current "insurance" costs me $4,596 a year through my wife's employer (a public school), with a $1500 deductible and a 20% copay on "as billed" (list price) procedures.
Because I take Xanax the D.E. F'ing A. insists that I get a drug test every 90 days at an "insured" cost of $48.00 (which test I could purchase at Rite Aid for $18.00) plus an office visit for $145.00 for a per visit cost of $193.00
Through the magic math of Insurance Mafia mandated "provider discounts" enforced on all providers by the insurance company, that $193 "Total cost" becomes (to the insurance mafia) $81.20 less the "20% copay" on $193 list ($38.60 IF I've already spent over $1500 out of pocket) that I'm stuck with, and my so called "insurance" company actually has me paying almost 50% of the actual cost. All because the insurance company is playing highway robber with both me and my doctor through "managed fees and discounts."
So… Basic costs ×4 if nothing else is done I'm out of pocket $155 for the year in addition to the $4,596… IF we've met our $1500 deductable then total for the year is a bare minimum of $4751 before any wellness checkup, lab work, blood draws, etc. (Recall that my pre PPACA costs were less than $1500 for the year)
Bottom line: I am financially better off by at least $5000 every year without insurance… and that's buying it through a job. Without that "discount" I'd be ripped off by almost $6500 per year. Over 20 years (assuming the "insurance" rates and doctor costs stay static… ha!) I get ripped off to the tune of $128,000.00 .
With the "discount" buying it through a job it's "only" $76,800.00.
The worst part of this fatuous, fraudulent, Orwellian mess comes when the doc wants to do additional things and I ask "How much is this going to cost me?"
I dont get a straight answer. Instead I get an intentionally non-responsive response of "We don't know, you'll find out when you get the insurance E.O.B." so I can't even have a valid, usable, way to compare costs between doctors or insurers.
Now for an extra little kick in the ass from our Mafia Style "Insurance" companies…
In 2007 +62% of peoeach who went bankrupt cited medical bills as the proximate cause and 57% WERE Insured when those bills were incurred. It's only gotten worse since. Medically Induced Bankruptcy
To.make the situation even more special our Taxpayer Funded hospitals are also ripping us off. Hospital Bureaucracy Costs us billions
So… contrary to our Medical "Insurance" industry's memes about how wonderful and caring that are; having their "Insurance" doesn't even help with protecting you from bankruptcy due to medical events!
All in all, from a Consumers perspective, health "insurance" as it exists today, is a straight rip off.
All considered: W.T.F. am I paying you pack of greedy, lying, Bastards?
*Cue Dire Straits*
Dire Straits: Money for Nothing
This is why I draw a direct parallel between Mafia Business "Insurance" and our intentional rip off "system" of U.S. Medical "Insurance."
TL;DR Yes, you're correct; you (and we) are being boldly, and blatantly, stolen from, and it's intentional; with the full assistance and collusion of a bribed and treasonous Congress!
Corruption is Legal in America
Even worse; you're not "giving" (willingly) anything to insurance companies by having a deductible because you, quite literally, have no valid, usable, option… Every single one of these "insurance" plans has a deductable, and it's invariably a large one. Since you have no valid, usable, alternative this too is being stolen from you.
If you're not outraged, you are not paying attention!


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EVENT DATE: Dec 08, 2013
We VCMC babies are running this race with our moms to benefit our counterparts in Ethiopia. We are lucky enough to be born to moms who have safe pregnancies and who only have to worry about fitting into their pre-pregnancy jeans (which is why they are running this 5K). Mom's in Ethiopia have much more to worry about. With little access to medical care, their lives are in serious danger every time they become pregnant. Their pregnancies are so dangerous that without help from wonderful people like our friend Michelle, their babies can become motherless.
Our dear friend Dr Michelle Yates, her husband Adam (an engineer), and their 10 month old baby Cole (the fastest crawler known to man) are moving to Africa to provide much needed medical care in Ethiopia. Dr Yates is an amazing family doctor with specialized training in maternal health and HIV care. For those of you who don't know her, she is the most hard working and compassionate doctor you will ever meet. We, at VCMC, are so proud to be part of Michelle's training.There is no doubt that Michelle's work in Ethiopia will make a tremendous difference in the lives of the women she serves.
Please make a tax deductable to the Christian Health Service Corp ( a small organization through which her project is funded) to support her valuable work. We have arranged it so all donations will go directly to her cause.
You're donation will not only help these moms get back into their pre- pregnancy jeans, but will make a lifelong impact in the lives of many in Ethiopia!
The Team: $3,560 TOTAL RAISED SO FARJOIN THE TEAM
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The ongoing wave of foreclosures in Sacramento County have placed the area in a state of economic crisis increasing from a record low of 117 in 2005 to 7,494 in 2007 and 17,801 in 2008. The flurry of news articles covering housing problems in Sacramento reported that the region"s poorest neighborhoods have been hardest hit by these foreclosures stemming from the current mortgage meltdown. Two neighborhoods in particular have had a more difficult time than others in the region – Oak Park, located a short distance southeast of the central business district, and Del Paso Heights just to the north. Plagued by a rash of abandoned and foreclosed properties, home values in these neighborhoods have plummeted up to 80% of their mid-2006 peak. Many of these properties have remained vacant for over a year causing havoc for local building code inspectors, law enforcement, and residents and add to the growing inventory of homes for sale in the area"s depressed real estate market. Investors and contractors sifting through the fallout of the mortgage meltdown are now buying houses for what one reporter notes is "less than the cost of a Honda Accord."
Years of intensive local organizing by community activists and programmatic efforts by the local housing and redevelopment agency have produced increased owner-occupied residency for these neighborhoods. But now, the current wave of foreclosures in Sacramento threatens to strip these neighborhoods of the hard-fought positive gains towards revitalization and stabilization. Confirming the troubling shift from homeowners to investors taking place in these neighborhoods, the local housing agency reported that from August 2007 through July 2008, investors purchased 25 to 50 percent of foreclosed properties in low-income areas.


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Internet video advertising and promotions pre-production software.
The emergence of web video as a viable medium for advertisers and promoters over the last two years has been astounding. Advancements in compression technology and the growth in broadband usage has made high quality video streaming a reality that we dreamed of five years ago.
The available technology has led to a massive rise in the number of sites like YouTube and Daily Motion (to name just two) that have emerged. No-one can deny the popularity of user generated content, you've just got to think back to how much Google paid for You Tube.
Uploading your videos to these social network video sites will help begin the process of getting air play or views for your videos. There are a number of guides available that will help teach you ways of monetizing your videos or how to use them to generate a contestant stream of new and unique visitors to your business website. But before you can do that you have to create and produce your video. Let's look at pre production planning
Planning your video or informercial.
It's great to know that you want to film or produce a video and it's even better if you know how to pull all of the elements together, but what if you've never done this before, where do you start?
Well for me the starting point begins with Celtx . Celtx is free software that is used in the pre production stage of film, video, theatre and even animation. Most people will never use all of it's functionality but as a starting point I find it invaluable.
Why would you want to use it?
Forget that fact that it connects you to people in all walks of film and video. Forget that you can collaborate with like minded people on a project. Forget the fact that its popularity is growing day by day. Forget the fact you can get help from people who are in the industry. Just download it and scare yourself silly as you discover what's needed for even a simple video or film production.
As I said most of the functionality you won't need but as a tool for planning what you do need, creating a storyboard, developing your script etc, Celtx is one of your must have tools.
Celtx is being developed for the film and stage industry with contributions from directors, producers, script writers, camera people, actors. You name 'em they are here and there is a thriving community in the forum.
For a simple Camtasia presentation you want to produce this is overkill but as your skills and needs grow you will be glad you have Celtx on your PC. If nothing else download Celtx so you don't forget the simple things when planning your next shoot. Not getting a release document or having your actor turn up to the wrong location can be a real pain.
What I really liked about Celtx as a newbie at film making was how it opened my eyes as to what is really involved in getting great results and how it opened the creative elements in my mind.


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|Bent wood boxes in process
The kindergartner often forms his sentences for the child, over-directs him when he is matching colors, gives names to the objects he constructs without waiting for him to do so, moves his blocks, sticks, tablets, rings into more accurate position, changes his spacing when incorrect, rearranges his inventions, selects the colors for his parquetry work, — and all for what reasons? Primarily, to produce a better effect, it is probable, glorying in the consciousness that the work on every child's table is exactly right, and blind to the truth that uniformity must always be mechanical; and secondarily, to quiet her own feeling of impatience, which sometimes comes from nervous exhaustion and sometimes from an over eagerness to get a quantity of work done regard less of the method by which it is obtained. There is a thirdly, too, which is that the inaccurate work, the awkward designs, the unfortunate blending of colors which the little one inevitably makes at first, so offend her artistic eye that she trembles with eagerness to set them right, forgetting that by so doing she is imposing her superior taste upon the child and thereby failing to develop his. We shall never see this matter clearly, nor know how to bear with the crudity of the child's work, until we learn that the crudity is natural and therefore to be respected, and that it is in a sense beautiful after all, for it is a stage of being.There are similar dangers in most instructional work. Distance must be left between teacher and student, so that both mistakes and discoveries can be made. Knowing the value of mistakes and discovery the teacher with educational tact, sets up a situation in which real learning takes place and then allows the student to learn by choosing not to interfere too much.
Yesterday in my ESSA class making Scandinavian bentwood boxes, we tried bending some spalted maple which immediately cracked when wrapped around the form and despite having been boiled for a sufficient length of time to soften the fibers of the wood. Part of the problem is in the maple which is not known for its bending capacity. Some of the problem may also have been in the fact that the maple, being spalted was partially decayed, thus weakening its fibers. We will remember our lessons better for our having tried and failed, than if we had success right off the bat. But best was that my students used their own minds to help determine the line of cause and effect.
"Of course, there is great difference between the disciplinary value of that study in which the pupil solves his own difficulties and that teaching in which the teacher accompanies the pupil, supplying the needed information or suggestion at every step of his progress. The latter is not worth much for character building for the reason that it is not apt to become a part of the organized self. . . . The school cannot afford to expend much energy in acquiring such knowledge." (Geo. P. Brown.) –Report on Correlation of Studies by Committee of Fifteen. With annotations by Geo. P. Brown.Make, fix and create...


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