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Summertime is our slowest season, with one wonderfully romantic exception--weddings! I love all things wedding-related, and I never tire of talking with brides-to-be and wedding planners about everything from color schemes to guest count. At South 'n France, we do custom wedding favors. And when I say custom--I mean it!
Our wedding and party favor customers get to choose box size, box style, ribbon color, flavor selections, monogrammed stickers and more. Each and every bon bon favor order is unique to the event, its theme, and its color scheme. To illustrate how different each favor experience can be, take a look at these two wedding receptions, both held in the same venue--the Landfall Country Club--just weeks apart. One bride ordered a single bon bon favor box with chocolate brown ribbon for a chic, modern look to complement her coral and brown color scheme. Another bride selected our largest favor box containing an assortment of four bon bons to complement the lush greenery and romantic pink and butter yellow pastels that were the foundation of her wedding palette.
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The following information should help you determine whether your project fits our grantmaking priorities, and whether submitting a proposal make sense. Please read below before starting the application process.
About Our Grantmaking
Communitas America seeks to service disadvantaged communities. We support specific communities, which can be found on our website. Our competitive grants support programs that improve the lives of disadvantaged communities, with an emphasis on promoting and supporting social changemakers towards equitable, sustainable, and thriving communities. We understand that complex problems demand a variety of approaches, and thus look for innovative models and organizations to support and partner with.
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Our grantmaking guidelines reflect the mission of Communitas America of developing the impact ecosystem in disadvantaged communities.
Our program staff reviews proposals, identifies the best projects for grants according to our guidelines, and determines the appropriate funding sources.
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Impact Ecosystem
We make grants to groups that contribute towards the impact ecosystem of Changemakers in disadvantaged communities. The groups will be developing and working on projects that are in line with our focuses on Live, Work, and Learn. We support groups in the specific neighborhoods where we are focusing our efforts.
We are currently taking grants from Organizations in or serving the South Bronx.
About our Grantmaking Program
What nonprofits are eligible for grants?
We support organizations that are in line with our mission and goals of creating an impact ecosystem for Changemakers in disadvantaged communities. We look for groups with the following characteristics. They have a strong leadership team that is passionate about their work and mission. The group is located or focused on the neighborhood which we are working in. They have an innovative project or model that can scale and grow. They are fiscally responsible.
What types of programs do you fund?
We fund programs that promote and support the development of Changemakers, Social Enterprises, or Nonprofit organizations.
How much is the grant?
The grant will be up to $10K depending on the need.
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We do not make grants to individuals, building campaigns, endowments, deficit financing, or religious purposes.
When can we apply?
You may submit a proposal anytime. We build in a long lead time for review of proposals and preparation of grant recommendations, leading to five board meetings each year. Program officers weigh many considerations in preparing a group of grant recommendations and cannot promise that any proposal will be considered at a particular board meeting.
We also issue RFPs for certain programs; each has its own rules and timeline.
Can I discuss ideas with a program officer to make sure they are a good fit before submitting a proposal?
Because of the volume of proposals we handle, we are not able to meet with organizations to help them decide on a project before submitting a proposal. Instead, we ask that you read our guidelines to ensure your project aligns with our grantmaking goals, then submit a proposal. Some proposals meet several of our goals. You do not have to determine the program officer(s) who will receive your proposal; we do that.
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Applicants should go to our Grant Portal, read the Guidelines for Grant Seekers, and start the application process by completing the Proposal Cover Sheet. Once you have submitted the proposal, if our team is interested in a follow up meeting, someone will reach out to you.
We are currently taking grants from Organizations in or serving the South Bronx.
Application Deadline: August 31, 2018
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Two new bills in Parliament:
This Bill makes several changes to the Electoral Act 1993 and the Electoral Regulations 1996 to—
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Martha D. Lynes recently spoke at the Women in the Law Seminar, hosted by the New Jersey Defense Association, on November 11, 2010. Martha discussed obstacles in the field, such as gender bias in the courts, salary gaps, and the advancement of women into partnerships. Her presentation also addressed what skills and lessons can be learned from seasoned practitioners.
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Nyumbani Design is a lifestyle and home ware range inspired by the beauty and colours of the Swahili coast. Founded by Kerry Glanfield, a fashion production and development specialist from the Cayman Islands in 2012, the label is a colourful amalgamation of her homes in the Caribbean, Mediterranean and East-Africa.
Naturally Tanzanian inspired, nyumbani design's name originates from the Kiswahili word for 'home' and has become a focal point for her design aesthetic.
The label's signature encapsulates eye-catching African colours with hand-carved locally sourced wood. The jewellery range experiments with a variety of indigenous trees whereby each piece is sculpted by hand from different sections of wood, making each piece slightly different and unique in colour, ensuring that no two pieces are the same.
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I feel very honored and privileged to bring you this week's #WednesdayWisdom. The incredible value and honesty provided by our guests is truly inspiring. Will Baggett is currently a Strategic Brand Mgmt. Coordinator, IMG-CLC and is also the author of the book "The Blueprint." (I have included a link below in which you can purchase the book.)
What better way to show your appreciation for an individual than writing a book in her honor? That is powerful and an incredible learning experience along the way. Will shares some of that below. . .
What inspired you to write the book Blueprint? What did you learn while writing it?
My inspiration for writing The Blueprint is two-fold. For starters, my high school English teacher is the one who first believed in me and planted the seed. The Blueprint is dedicated to her memory in appreciation of the tremendous influence she had on my life.
From a content perspective, I simply wanted to help other young professionals—simple as that. I'm a major proponent of mentorship, but I realize not everyone is fortunate to reap the benefits great mentors provide. I have that in co-author Tai M. Brown, who is the Director of Education at the American Football Coaches Association. Not only did he empower me to take on the project, but he had a major hand in the content and structure.
In retrospect, I learned more about myself than anything as I was crafting The Blueprint. Time after time, I found myself taking my own advice because I was working through the same challenges I was writing about. For anyone seeking to write a self-help book, if you can't actively help yourself in the process, you're doing it for the wrong reason.
We all face challenges in the work place. As an African-American I was interested in learning the unique challenges and any resistance (if any) Will has faced working in sports. No matter your color, we can all take a couple of nuggets away from Will's approach to his life and career.
Have you faced any resistance or challenges being an African-American working in sports?
Whether you are black, white, green, or purple, you will always be faced with challenges of some sort. The only difference is that they will vary from person to person. In my view, my biggest challenge has been not having a sports background.
When it comes to diversity, however, there are low-visibility and high-visibility factors to consider. In reality, if one was to peel away the layers, I could easily have more in common with a non-minority. You just never know, so you have to look beyond the surface and really get to know people.
Nevertheless, I would be remiss not to acknowledge that we as minorities do face certain challenges. Recognizing that the lens magnification is intensified, you have to be "on" to the point it becomes habitual, and I have no problem with that. It has motivated me to be that much more detailed, that much more productive, and that much sharper. I believe if I simply control what I can control; the rest will take care of itself.
After speaking with Will and learning about his motivation for writing his book. "The Blueprint" is on my reading list.


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New Delhi, [India], Oct 02 (ANI): Who would have thought Aamir Khan will be saying this?
But that's something he has been expressing to his entire team every single time as they gear up for the release of 'Secret Superstar'.
'Dangal' was a film that created history with the record breaking Box Office collection and the humongous love and appreciation it received from all around the world.
The film saw Aamir Khan in a never seen before avatar, a healthy old man of four grown up daughters. Since Aamir underwent such a risky transformation on screen, one would think that 'Dangal' will be the most important film for him ever.
But turns out that's not the case. Aamir is treating his next film with Zaira Wasim, Secret Superstar, as a much bigger film.
Everyone around him were shocked when he said this to the team.
When ANI contacted Aamir Khan, he said, "For me, Secret Superstar is a bigger film than Dangal."
So far the trailer has received tremendous positive response and the audience is eagerly waiting for the release of Aamir Khan's next film.
Produced by Aamir Khan, Kiran Rao under the banner name of Aamir Khan Productions, Zee Studios, and Akash Chawla, Secret Superstar is written and directed by Advait Chandan. The film is slated to release on October 19. (ANI)


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"I would have written a shorter letter, but I did not have the time," said Blaise Pascal and looked proudly at the pile of paper covered with his neat writing. "Not a blot! That's how great I am in writing," he boasted and stroked the upper leaf with his hand. "This feather can't be used anymore though," he looked at the broken tip, sighed and threw it out in the open window. The feather did a slow farewell dance in the air and fell on the cobbled roadway.
"You know what they say," Anton Chekhov pensively looked at the feather disappearing under the hoof of a dirty horse. "Brevity is the sister of talent," Chekhov gave Pascal a wink, "which one you, obviously, don't have."
"What?" Pascal jumped up from his chair and clenched his fists. "What have you just said? Repeat it and I will punch this grin off your face right away!"
"Oh, come on, Blaise, calm down! Don't take it so seriously," William Shakespeare tapped Pascal's shoulder.
"But Bill, don't you see, he's mocking me!"
"Tony made a joke, that's all. He's a satirist, that's what they do."
Pascal looked at Chekhov through his narrowed eyes and murmured several words in French, one of them being 'merde'.
Chekhov took off his pince-nez and, while cleaning it with his handkerchief, looked with his near-sighted squint at the cloud that looked like a grand piano. "But tell us, Bill," he said after a long pause. "You are agreed with me, aren't you?"
"Well, you know what I wrote in my last work…"
"About the cuckoo prince? Yes, I remember. But tell him," Chekhov pointed his pince-nez at Pascal. "He has no time to read, he spends it all on writing without blots."
Shakespeare nodded and recited, "Therefore since brevity is the soul of wit, // And tediousness the limbs and outward flourishes, // I will be brief. Your noble son is mad."
"I will be brief," repeated Chekhov and giggled, "Pascal is tedious and should quit writing."
"Damn you idiots!" Pascal jumped up from his chair again. "We are not friends anymore." He pointed at the door. "Get out of my house!"
Shakespeare shrugged his shoulders and got up from the couch. "Ok, Tony, let's go. It's time to pay a visit to someone else."
"To Charlie maybe?" Chekhov put the pince-nez back on his nose.
"Sure, why not?"
They came out to the street and stopped a cab. "Bring us to the Dickens's house," Shakespeare said.
"Yes, bring us to Dickens," Chekhov grinned and rubbed his hands. "We have some brevity issues to discuss."
"All right, sir," the cabman said, and off they went to see the man working on Little Dorrit.


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New Delhi: The AAP has announced February 16 as the date when the anti-corruption Jan Lokpal Bill will be passed by a special Assembly session held at the Indira Gandhi stadium.
"February 13, 14 and 15 will be the Assembly session. On the 16th, we want the Delhi citizens to join us at the Indira Gandhi stadium. We will pass the Lokpal Bill," AAP leader Manish Sisodia said.
He also denied that the draft Bill will be cleared on Friday by the Cabinet, saying that the event is likely to happen on Monday.


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Internet folklore has it that Cher and Madonna have not been on good terms ever since one of Cher's infamously viral tweets from 2012, where she asked her followers, "Wtf is mdna." The tweet appeared seemingly apropos of nothing; except for the fact that Madonna's album, titled MDNA, had just been released earlier that year. So when Cher made a pointed comment during a recent appearance on daytime television, fans thought she might be reigniting a six-year-old feud.
During an appearance on The Ellen DeGeneres Show in September, the Mamma Mia: Here We Go Again scene-stealer was asked to play a game called "Five Second Rule" with the host. In this particular bit, the guest must respond to questions in under five seconds. After Cher was asked to name three singers she would like to collaborate with she quickly responded, "Oh, Adele, P!nk, and uh...um…not Madonna," with a smirk, to which Ellen DeGeneres appeared shocked but amused, according to video provided by the Daily Mail.
For the record, though, Cher claims she's never actually felt any hate or ill will toward Madonna. In 2013, she participated in a Reddit AMA, where one Reddit user posed the question, "Do you still hate madonna?" to which Cher replied, "Madge, no. Actually I don't. I never hated her, I just thought she was a bitch. Actually I quite respect her."
Cher even went so far as to compliment Madonna for her innovation as a pop artist in the same response to that Redditor who asked about her ongoing feud. "Actually I think Madge might be one of the most amazing artists I've known," Cher wrote. "I don't like everything she does, for sure, but she is always riding the crest of the wave. She always saw trends WAY before anyone else, and had great videos," she went on. "So, besides saying 'WTF if MDNA', I'm fine with it," she added, in reference to her 2012 tweet.
Cher's latest remark about Madonna was delightfully shady, but in January 2018, the two were spotted together at the Women's March in Washington, D.C., so it's safe to say any fabricated hatchets between the two pop divas have been buried by now.
Related: This New Madonna Documentary Stars an Actress Who's a Doppelganger for the Queen of Pop


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Driving With Confidence – Again
Confidence is one of those things that you don't see coming or going. It's sneaky – it can slip away like sand falling through your fingers or, it can drop away suddenly in response to a situation.
I've noticed over the years that changes in my walking ability directly influences my own confidence.
When I walked with a cane, for example, I felt fairly confident even though, by most standards, I was painfully slow. Then one day, I noticed that whenever I had to walk across the street at an intersection, with stop lights – using the "timed" crossing light, I would break into a sweat.
People would zoom past me and be half way down the street long before I had reached the sidewalk.
For that reason, I would do anything to avoid crossing the street. Even now when using my scooter, I still don't like crossing with a countdown meter.
It's easy to understand why I feel uneasy when it comes to walking.
As a younger woman, I was eager to get my drivers license and glad that I did. Driving changed everything for me; it really expanded my abilities.
I have been driving well over 40 years and have a clean and safe record. For close to 20 of those years I drove a van with hand controls. The van was equipped with a lift device that allowed me to independently put my scooter in and out myself.
When the van wore out due to old age a few years ago, my partner and I replaced it with a smaller, sportier car. And even though we put hand controls into the new car, I never felt comfortable driving it.
As a result, I lost my confidence. I didn't notice it right away – instead, I just drove less and less.
Earlier this month, for a variety of reasons we decided to buy a new vehicle and this time we selected a van.
Once the hand control unit was installed, I got into the driver's seat and haven't looked back.
My driving confidence suddenly returned! It was a welcome surprise.
In the van, I feel I have more control of the vehicle when driving. My view of the road is wider, I'm higher from the ground, and the steering wheel is larger. It feels like the right fit for me. It sure feels good to be driving with confidence once again.
Remaining mobile is hugely important to me and driving is a great equalizer.
Confidence is a mind set – meaning it's all about what you think.
I certainly believe in the importance of paying attention to your thoughts, but in certain instances, having the right devices and tools can really make a difference.
It sure feels good to be back in the driver's seat, literally.
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Bobby Coady, a butcher from Ballytruckle in Co. Waterford, has closed the doors of his premises for one last time, after 34 years of trading.
The Butcher first began his career back in February 1985 but has taken the step to close 'Bobby's Butchers' as it is no longer viable for him to continue. He admitted the decision to close the shop where he has been based since 1989 was one taken by his family with a very 'heavy heart'.
"Having given our all over the last year and doing a lot of soul searching, we have finally concluded that it is no longer viable for us to keep our doors open," Bobby said.
The shop in Ballytruckle traded for one final day on Saturday February 2nd, before closing its doors for the last time at 6pm. The butcher took time to thank the loyal customers, colleagues, friends and people of Ballytruckle who have supported them over the past 34 years and says their support will never be forgotten.
"There are so many people we need to thank, our friends and neighbours, the people of Ballytruckle, dear friends and neighbours who have gone to their reward, their wonderful families." The Coady family posted on Bobby's Butchers Facebook page.
"Our colleagues and suppliers who we have dealt with over the years and who are not only business colleagues but have become lifelong friends, their help and support throughout the years will never be forgotten…Without you, we would not have made it through the last 34 years. We will miss you all and our gratitude cannot be measured."
The butcher and his family then asked for one final favour, urging the people of Waterford and the Irish public to support local Irish businesses.
"One thing we would ask is that you support your local butcher, whoever or wherever they may be." They urged.
"Support your local artisan, be it butcher, baker, greengrocer, fishmonger, florist, book shop, shoe shop, boutique or pharmacy. They are our community and without them, community as we know it will be lost. These people are the very heart of every community, let's not lose that."
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The golden pot of Education
Education, education, education
This is the most powerful weapon one can use to conquer the world.
In the modern world we are living in life without education is just like a veld without plantation .
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The sluggered are now living in regression and are now facing an ultimate 'dilapidation'
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Slices of Summer
These are pieces from July. A couple friends and I made it to Summerfest on a free day. We had no idea who was playing, but went because it was free. We found a nice statue person and listened to some cover bands. Not a bad visit, but I hope to see some bigger concerts next year. We bought ice cream and walked around the park to visit Ryan, who was working at one of the vendors stations selling musical themed jewelry.
I went back to my hometown for the Fourth of July. My mom decided to give this year a Cajun spin! We had fried turkey, grilled shrimp, corn maux choux, dirty rice, red beans, and sweet potato pie. The food was phenomenal and I hope this becomes a tradition!
Playing with sparklers! And one fireworks photo. Every year I try to take pictures of the fireworks when I should just watch them in the moment. I hardly look back on the thirty photos and four video snippets (how many I took this year). Next year I'll hold myself to that. It was so wonderful spending the evening with my dad's family. We have a great vantage point for watching from the back deck, so that's where we cooked, ate, and socialized all evening.
Back to Milwaukee! This summer I applied to graduate school! The application process was long and stressful. I buckled down to get things finished and I built myself a fort to work in on my bedroom floor. I needed a change of environment but did not want to leave the apartment. I used every blanket I had and layered them to make the floor soft and pillowy. Then I angled my box fan in to provide some nice airflow and wrote all my application essays.
Back around town. Ryan and I went to another NEWaukee Night Market. We grabbed more free s'mores and walked the streets. We saw some cool artists and spotted the mounted police. I get so excited when I see these guys because it's so unusual to see horses downtown! He and I also went to see the documentary on Mr. Rodgers called "Won't You Be My Neighbor?" I enjoyed hearing about his life story. He was one happy man.
Ryan and I also checked a longtime wish off our list: library cards! I've only been living in this city for 3.5 years! I thought it would be nice to have one since freshman year, and now for my senior year I actually got a card. We stopped at the French festival Bastille Days on the way back to find some macarons. I've been wanting to try these.
First time eating macarons, documented by Ryan. They were alright. Super sweet! I definitely consider these more of a special occasions kind of treat. I liked that all the colors were a different flavor.
Such fog. Every once in awhile the city gets very foggy. Ryan and I went to the beach to play frisbee without considering the weather. We were surprised when we got there. The beach looked so mysterious!
Biking around town. I got a new bike this summer and love the mobility it gave me. My student bus pass deactivated for the summer and I didn't want to pay for a summer pass. This bike took me places!
Ryan and I took the longest bike trip I've ever been on this summer. We biked about 27 miles round trip to a park called Seven Bridges Trail.
This is a cool park south of Milwaukee that I recommend visiting. It's supposedly haunted, and I could see getting weird vibes if it was dark and there were fewer visitors. There was a fair amount of people there when we went though. The first picture took me awhile to capture because I did not want other park goers in the photo. I took it at an angle so that the lady standing on the bridge was covered up by the pole! The entry message states "enter this wild wood and view the haunts of nature" and the exit "may the God given peace of this leafy solitude rest upon and abide with thee."
"I am the sand guardian."
This was a long trip for me. I'm grateful for Ryan's patience because we stopped quite a few times on the way back for me to rest and get my head back in the game.
My favorite stop on the way back was at Café Centraal in Bay View. Boozy coffee, burgers, sweet potato fries, and beignets. Yes please :)
Later in July I also visited the Villa Terrace Art Museum. This has been on my Milwaukee bucket list since I found out it existed. It's a very beautiful mansion with a large garden in the back. There were people there taking wedding photos and it looked like a wonderful backdrop!
The Brady Street Festival. I stopped by the Arteryink booth. These are my favorite local artists. I also went to the Rochambo Coffee House for drinks and then to Fro Zone to try rolled ice cream for the first time.
My roommate and I kept walking the street listening to the local musical artists. We got sucked into a strange square of masked people dressed in black. The boxes they held contained laptops with nasty video footage of animal slaughter houses. As soon as we approached we were bombarded by animal rights activists asking us how we felt about the footage and talking about animal cruelty. I didn't mind listening to their message, but I was frustrated when they didn't want to let us walk away from them. Eventually we escaped and ate empanadas at La Masa Empanada Bar. What a great restaurant!
We ended the night by watching the Brady Street Drag Show. It was mostly enjoyable. There was a hardcore fan standing behind us who told us about each queen as she performed. There was only one act I didn't like because the queen kept touching herself in a manner I didn't care to see. Other than that the show was full of energy. It reminds me that I want to see a Dining with the Divas show at Hamburger Mary's before leaving Milwaukee.
That sums up the main excitements in July. Looking back I realize I did more this summer than it felt like in the moment. I appreciate the flexible pacing this summer allowed. Both of my workplaces were flexible and I had time to finish my responsibilities in addition to having some fun. I'll finished up my August post soon and then I'll be mostly caught up to the present!
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Life planning, Goal setting, action plans are fantastic ideas however time and time again I have seen people put these in place and beat themselves up because they don't achieve their objectives.
When you don't achieve objectives that you set yourself how does it make you feel? Does it encourage you to continue to set goals for yourself?
So how do you set yourself up to succeed instead of setting yourself up to fail?
– Make your objective attractive.
– Make your objective achievable.
– Make your objective specific.
– Eradicate YOUR own obstacles.
– Make it personal – about YOU.
Make your objective attractive.
Eg: I want to get fit so I am going to go running is only good if you find running attractive. If you don't think about a method you do find attractive like dancing, ice skating, boxing, walking. If it's not attractive to you, you'll either "force" yourself to do it and then give up when you get tired of banging your head against a brick wall, or you won't do it al all. Result – FAIL!
Make it achievable.
Eg: I am going to do HIIT everyday for 30 minutes. If you've not exercised for a while this will probably kill you or at the least result in injury. Whilst it's a great idea to attempt to do something on a daily basis as it's easier for it to become a habit, this objective is a tad unrealistic. If you have never exercised why not try doing 10 minutes per day HIIT or 30 mins once per week. Make sure you know that it is something that will stretch you, but not be impossible. When you have achieved this objective on a regular basis you can then choose to increase it. Remember you can't suddenly jump to the top of a mountain, you have to start at the bottom and progress by climbing upwards. Result – WIN.
Make it flexible
eg: I am going to exercise for 30minutes every day. This is what I'd call a rigid objective, especially if you aren't in the habit of exercising. What about I am going to exercise every day in one way or another, as a minimum I will do 60 sit ups, but only if you think this is achievable. Again by doing "something" daily the "something" will become a habit. Result – WIN,
Specific – time
eg: I'm going to keep on top of my admin ongoing. Ongoing usually means "when I remember", then when you do remember your admin has piled up and then seems to be overwhelming so you then out it off until you have time, which if you procrastinate you never will. Instead you could schedule 30minutes every Monday at 9am to tackle any admin. If you don't have any to do one week, you can have the luxury of 30 minutes to do whatever else you want to. Result – WIN WIN!
Specific objective.
Eg: I'm going to eat more healthily. What does "more healthily" mean? A more balance diet? What does "more balanced" mean? I'm going to give up sugar. That's a choice but are you prepared to examine every single thing you eat and analyse the sugar content? Almost everything contains sugar. Do you know which sugars are OK and which aren't? If you ideally want to cut out sugar from your diet, why not start with smaller more specific objectives and as they become ingrained as habits try to increase the size or number of them. So that your objective becomes: I am going to stop having biscuits in the house so that I can't eat one before I've thought through the consequences. Or: I am always going to have an apple on me so that if I have a craving for something sweet I can manage the craving by eating an apple before I can pick up something full of sugar. Or: I can carry 30g of nuts on me so that if every I get really hungry or lack energy I can eat something that will satisfy my hunger and re-energise me without resorting to sugar. Make sure that these are possible. Result – WIN!
Give yourself options.
This is important if you get bored easily or if you like to make things fun. I am using the exercise example as it keeping physically fit seems to be an important objective to many of us at the moment. Instead of exercising y just running or going to the gym, mix it up. Try and find at least 7 different ways of keeping fit. Also if you find that you just don't feel upto going to the gym or going out running stay at home and use a DVD or on-line exercise programs. What is really good fun is getting a Skype exercise buddy and working out together whilst in your own homes. Result – WIN.
Eradicate your obstacles.
Eg: If you are trying to get fit, how many times have you stopped yourself from exercising because you haven't got your kit on you, or it's too much of an effort to get changed. Or you can't go running because it's too icy? News flash! You can exercise to a DVD, Youtube. You can exercise in your underwear. Change your method of exercise to suit your circumstances at the time. Result – WIN!
Customise your objective to suit you.
Eg: Find what motivates YOU
Find what is achievable by YOU
Find a method that suits YOU
You will never achieve something that you aren't attracted to, that doesn't interest you, that doesn't motivate you in either a positive or negative way (ie: pain or reward).
And even worse you will just give yourself the message "I am a failure" by continually setting yourself up to do so.
If you follow the process above and make your objectives personal, you don't ever need to set yourself up to fail again.
YOU will learn more about yourself. YOU will progress, YOU will adopt more healthy habits, and YOU will win.
Contact me if you would like help to stop setting yourself up to fail. Because you can.


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Yes, you read that right, Silent Radio does have a radio show, and yes, we do get the irony of it.
We've been broadcasting our weekly show for almost 4 years (yikes) and like all good musical outfits, we're due an image change.
So, bear with us, whilst we tinker with our format.
Watch this space!
In the meantime, enjoy our weekly mixtapes of Manchester gigs and discover your new favourite.
You can listen to all the previous shows / mixtapes again below, or via the App.
The Silent Radio Show Mixtape 04/02/2017
We're off air for a wee while, but the gigs happening in Manchester don't stop for man nor beast, so we couldn't leave you without could we. Here's a mixtape of the acts playing Manchester in the coming seven days.
Our usual shows transmitted from Fab Radio International will be no more, but we have news coming soon, so don't fear, we're only off air for a short time.
To find out where these acts are playing head over to our monthly gig guide here http://bit.ly/FebGG17


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The services of a victim advocate are essential in achieving the overall goals of reduction in trauma and secondary victimization for children.
Advocacy services consist of:
- Welcoming and orienting the child and family to the CSC
- Providing crisis intervention during the initial visit
- Enhancing the cooperation of the family in the court process
- Accompanying the child and non-offending parent to court
- Facilitating linkages with other types of concrete services, i.e., housing, food, job services, clothing
Forensic Interviews
The Children's Safety Center has trained forensic interviewers who perform a DVD recorded interview per request by law enforcement. We also offer our interview room to law officers who have been trained in forensic interviewing.
A coordinated approach:
- Reduces the number of interviews of the child
- Facilitates the efficient gathering and sharing of all information critical to the case
- Broadens the knowledge base by including the information from several agencies. Improves communication among agencies
- Creates less stress for the child
- Encourages openness and trust
Specialized medical evaluations and sexual assault exams are made available to all children who are victims of suspected abuse, particularly sexual abuse. All forensic medical examinations are conducted by a specially trained Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner. Services also include sexually transmitted infection testing, pregnancy testing, and case consultations.
The Children's Safety Center provides a free, comprehensive treatment program for the child victims using evidence based treatments for trauma such as Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Child Parent Psychotherapy (CPP), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).
The goals of treatment for the child include:
- Develop and/or improve emotional regulation skills
- Strengthen positive attachments with caregivers
- Improve ability to function normally in school and the community
- Understand what healthy, safe relationships are
- Reduce self-blame and feelings of guilt
- Provide a safe supportive place to process traumatic experiences
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The steady roll out for 'Fruitvale Station' proved to be just right as the movie entered this weekend's box office at #10.
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'Fruitvale Station' stars Octavia Spencer and Michael B. Jordan cover the latest issue of JET Magazine where they talk about their award-winning new film.
What a weekend… Following nationwide protests and high tension surrounding the George Zimmerman trial, BET will give us a behind-the-scenes look at 'Fruitvale Station', airing 'Fruitvale Station: The Story of Oscar Grant' tonight
Oakland locals showed up strong for Oscar Grant, the 22-year-old young man shot and killed by a police officer in 2009, selling out several screenings of Fruitvale Station on opening night, Friday, July 12, 2013.
Another new poster has been revealed for Ryan Coogler's harrowing Oscar Grant film 'Fruitvale Station,' winner of both the Grand Jury Prize for dramatic feature at Cannes and the Audience Award for U.S. dramatic film at Sundance 2013.
As we'd hoped, 'Fruitvale Station,' a film based on the 2009 murder of 22-year-old Oscar Grant won the "Prize of the Future" at the 2013 Cannes Film Festival.
A gripping official trailer has surfaced for Sundace darling 'Fruitvale Station,' which tells the story of 22-year-old Oscar Grant, killed by a BART police officer in 2009.
'Fruitvale Station' director Ryan Coogler will be honored along with late film critic Roger Ebert at the third-annual Celebrate Sundance Institute benefit in West Hollywood.
'Fruitvale Station,' the film based on the 2009 murder of Oscar Grant is on its way to the 2013 Cannes Film Festival in May.
Now that the 2013 Sundance Film Festival has come to an end, we're proud to learn that 'Fruitvale,' takes home the Grand Jury Prize among dramatic films!


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As the term suggests 'dampers' are a part of the vehicle's suspension system and are used to dampen shocks from the road. There are various types of dampers, but the two most important ones are fluid and gas dampers. Though each type has its own pros and cons many of the latest vehicles come with electronic adjustable dampers which help the driver adjust the ride height based on the type of terrain they are driving on. So, for instance, the driver may lower a vehicle if they want to go fast on a smooth highway. That said when buying dampers spare it pays to invest in a high-end brand that backs their products with a warranty.
Many things can go wrong with the dampers of your vehicle. While many of the latest dampers are designed to be rugged, they still end up failing after a few years and require replacing. Interestingly out of all the suspension parts replacing the dampers are considered easy. That said the biggest challenge when buying dampers is finding genuine and warranty backed parts that will last you a long time. Plus, since getting the dampers changed is an expensive job you'll want to have your vehicle checked by a certified mechanic before you opt to get the dampers replaced.
We currently sell damper spares by leading brands such as SACHS and Boge. Plus, all the dampers we sell are brand new and have been extensively tested. So, you can be assured that the ones you buy from us are of the highest quality. However, if you still need help choosing the right dampers for your car do not hesitate to call or email us right away.


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If you follow even a single UK based blogger/Youtube guru, you have no doubt heard about the wonder drugstore powder – Rimmel Stay Matte Powder! I saw it at Parcos Infiniti Malad (Mumbai) on my last trip there and picked it up without a second thought. Its super affordable and I saw 7 shades at the store.
Price : Rs 195 for 14 g
My take on the Product
It comes in a very simple, fuss free packaging. The powder is in a round pan housed in a plastic circular tub with a clear, screw on lid. It doesn't come with an applicator or mirror. I never use applicators (sponges/brushes) that powders come with anyway, but a mirror is handy for touch ups. When I bought my piece home, I realized that the cap was a little loose and didn't screw on tightly. I thought I'd go back and exchange it but somehow I couldn't and ended up using it anyway.
The texture is fairly smooth though not silky soft or powdery. It has pretty sheer coverage so it works quite well over foundation as a setting powder. It doesn't give a cakey look to my face, doesn't look heavy and just gives a nice soft matte finish to my foundation. Since the name was Stay Matte, I'd expected slightly better oil control. It doesn't give me any extraordinary 'stay matte' effect. My (Very) oily T-zone and inner cheeks begin to show shine within 2-2.5 hours and I need a blot and touch-up after every few hours – which is pretty much what I get from pricier powders as well during the summer. Because its not too mattifying, it would work well as a setting powder for all skin types.
It has a mild fragrance which I've heard people describe as 'old-lady' scent 😛 Its pretty mild and not unpleasant so it shouldn't be a bother!
The GOOD about Rimmel Stay Matte powder :
- Simple, fuss-free packaging
- Smooth texture
- Gives an even, soft matte finish
- Does not look cakey/heavy on the skin
- Very affordable!
- Wide shade range
The NOT-SO-GOOD about Rimmel Stay Matte powder :
- Slightly flimsy packaging (specific to my piece)
- Doesn't come with a mirror – not the best handbag compact
- Doesn't control oil for long
Overall Verdict
Overall, I think its a nice light powder – good for setting foundation/concealer or just over tinted moisturizer. It gives a soft matte finish, doesn't look heavy or cakey though doesn't really mattify oily skin for long. Its handy for travel though my piece is a slightly defective. You'd need to carry a separate mirror and applicator with this so its not exactly handbag material. I still think its a good powder and excellent value for money!
Rating : 4/5
Where to buy : Online at slassy.com and at Parcos Stores.
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News from Marie Selby Botanical Gardens
January 14, 2020
Selby Gardens' educator named 2019 Project WILD Facilitator of the Year
SARASOTA, FL – January 14, 2020: Tracy Calla, Sr. Manager of School & Family Programs at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens Read More
December 13, 2019
Selby Gardens' Lights in Bloom named a winner in USA TODAY contest
SARASOTA, FL – December 13, 2019: Marie Selby Botanical Gardens (Selby Gardens) is pleased to announce that Lights in Bloom Read More
December 9, 2019
Restored Selby House at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens opens
SARASOTA, FL – December 6, 2019: Marie Selby Botanical Gardens (Selby Gardens) announces the completion of the exterior restoration efforts Read More
November 14, 2019
Selby Gardens regrets to announce the passing of its co-founder Dr. Carlyle Luer
SARASOTA, FLA. (November 14, 2019): Dr. Carlyle Luer, co-founder of the Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, passed away on November 9, Read More
November 12, 2019
Selby Gardens' Light Display Returns Dec. 14
SARASOTA, Fla. – Nov. 12, 2019: The popular holiday light display at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens returns for its 16th Read More
October 22, 2019
The Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce's CareerEdge Funders Collaborative and the Gulf Coast Builders Exchange partner with Selby Gardens and Willis Smith Construction to train and connect local work force
The Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce's CareerEdge Funders Collaborative and the Gulf Coast Builders Exchange partner with Selby Gardens and Willis Read More
August 27, 2019
Selby Gardens' Receives Endorsement for Master Plan from Marie Selby's closest living
SARASOTA, Fla.—August 27, 2019–Eight of Marie Selby's closest living relatives have released a letter of endorsement for and Marie Selby Read More
August 15, 2019
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens launches My Garden program
SARASOTA, FL – August 15, 2019: Marie Selby Botanical Gardens (Selby Gardens) launches the My Garden program providing underserved youth Read More
August 7, 2019
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens announces this year's Orchid Show, The Orchid Show: Blossoms of Asia
Thousands of orchids and other plants will be on display beginning October, 12, 2019 SARASOTA, Fla. (August 7, 2019) – The Read More
July 24, 2019
Selby Gardens is debt-free for the first time since opening its doors to the public in 1975
SARASOTA, FL – July 24, 2019: Last week, the Board of Trustees at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens (Selby Gardens) approved Read More
July 18, 2019
Selby Gardens Honored with Prestigious National Award from American Public Gardens Association
Sarasota FLA.-July 18, 2019: Marie Selby Botanical Gardens is the recipient of the prestigious Program Excellence Award given by the Read More
July 9, 2019
Selby House at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens undergoes restoration
SARASOTA, FL – July 9, 2019: As the first step in Marie Selby Botanical Gardens' (Selby Gardens) Master Plan efforts, Read More
June 26, 2019
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens has appointed a Vice President for Institutional Advancement
SARASOTA, FL – June 24, 2019: Hermione Gilpin assumes her leadership role at the Gardens today, June 24, 2019. Gilpin Read More
June 20, 2019
Selby Gardens Announces Smithsonian Affiliation
Sarasota FLA.- June 24, 2019: Marie Selby Botanical Gardens (Selby Gardens) has been designated a Smithsonian Affiliate, joining a national Read More
May 16, 2019
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens and Easterseals Southwest Florida, Inc. partner on edible gardens as part of Selby Gardens' Master Site Plan
SARASOTA, FL – May 15, 2019: Marie Selby Botanical Gardens (Selby Gardens) announces a partnership with Easterseals Southwest Florida, Inc Read More
May 1, 2019
Selby Gardens announces the fourth exhibition in the Jean & Alfred Goldstein Exhibition Series, Salvador Dalí: Gardens of the Mind
SARASOTA, FL: (May 1, 2019) Marie Selby Botanical Gardens (Selby Gardens) is pleased to announce the fourth annual exhibition in Read More
April 23, 2019
Second Annual Glass Show to Open this Summer at Selby Gardens
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens (Selby Gardens) and the Duncan McClellan Gallery (DMG) in St. Petersburg will be partnering again this Read More
April 11, 2019
An Outdoor Classroom at Selby Gardens
SARASOTA, FLA. – April 11, 2019: Hands-on experiential learning outside of a typical classroom setting can lead to eye-opening moments Read More
January 28, 2019
Selby Gardens announces its Largest Gift in Selby Gardens' History- $5 Million to Fund the Visionary SKY GARDEN in the new master plan for the institution
Media Contact: Lynn H. Bates, APR, CPRC VP for External Relations at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens firstname.lastname@example.com (941) 366-5731 ext. Read More
January 7, 2019
Rarely-seen Gauguin works to be displayed amid tropical garden displays at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens
Sarasota, Fla. – Post-Impressionist artist Paul Gauguin (1848-1903) was an innovative and influential artist, known for his unconventional lifestyle, personality Read More
November 27, 2018
Veterans partner with Selby Gardens on new edible garden
Sarasota FLA – Nov. 27, 2018: This past Veteran's Day at Selby Gardens marked the launch of a new project Read More
November 26, 2018
Rainforest Masks of Costa Rica Returns to Selby Gardens
Visitors will enter a world of native Costa Rican art at the 15th annual Rainforest Masks of Costa Rica exhibit Read More
November 1, 2018
Selby Gardens' Light Display Returns Dec. 20
The family event, Lights in Bloom, celebrates 15 years of a holiday tradition with 15 nights of holiday cheer! SARASOTA, Read More
October 30, 2018
Selby Gardens President & CEO Presents At Prestigious Landscape Architects Conference
Presentation showcased the innovations of Selby Gardens' Master Plan to a national audience SARASOTA, Fla., October 29, 2018 – Jennifer Read More
October 29, 2018
Selby Gardens Receives Grant From Community Foundation of Sarasota County to Support Access to the Gardens for Underserved Youth
The grant supports Family Togetherness, Gauguin Nights and the Orchid Ball at Selby Gardens SARASOTA, Fla., October 26, 2018 – Read More
October 13, 2018
Selby Gardens announces Capital Campaign Co-Chairs, $21.8 Million in gifts for new master site plan and intent to create the world's only gardens complex with a "Net Positive" energy rating
More than half the funds needed for Phase One of this three-phase, multi-million dollar project have been raised in the Read More
September 20, 2018
Selby Gardens Appoints Bates VP of External Relations
SARASOTA, Fla., Sept. 20, 2018 – Marie Selby Botanical Gardens has appointed a new Vice President of External Relations. Lynn Read More
September 11, 2018
2018 Orchid Show at Selby Gardens Explores "Endless Forms"
The 2018 iteration of the highly-popular annual Orchid Show at Selby Gardens returns October 12 with a story and floral plant displays that will have guests questioning what they think they know about orchids.
September 6, 2018
Paul Gauguin's Artistic Innovations Installed in Tropical Setting Reflecting Their Inspiration
Gauguin: Voyage to Paradise will explore the botanical world that the artist encountered during his life and travels in the late 19th century by presenting dramatic woodcuts and other seldom seen works that Gauguin created on his journeys to French Polynesia, Brittany and Martinique.
August 30, 2018
Selby Gardens Awarded Prestigious National Science Foundation Grant
The funding supports the digital preservation of its renowned herbarium epiphyte collection, including orchids and bromeliads.
August 29, 2018
Selby Gardens Announces New Trustees, Officers
Appointees guide the institution's strategic plan FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SARASOTA, Fla. – Marie Selby Botanical Gardens has appointed new members Read More
August 17, 2018
Selby Gardens Signs CEO to 10-Year Contract
Chief Executive Officer and President Jennifer O. Rominiecki of Selby Gardens has signed a contract extending her appointment for the next decade. Rominiecki's successes over the last three years – including overhauling Selby Gardens' fundraising, business operating model and setting a vision for its future – were cited by the board as leading indicators in their decision to enact the contract.
June 28, 2018
Selby Gardens Issues Request for Proposals for Pre-Construction Services
The Board of Trustees for Marie Selby Botanical Gardens is soliciting proposals from construction firms for pre-construction services related to the development Read More
June 20, 2018
Selby Gardens Announces Senior Leadership Promotions
Mike McLaughlin has been promoted to senior vice president, overseeing horticulture, collections and facilities. Bruce Holst has been promoted to vice president of botany. Mischa Kirby, APR, has been named vice president of external relations, guiding marketing and public relations, membership and guest relations. Ann Logan is now vice president of development. Jeannie Perales has been named vice president of museum exhibitions, learning and engagement.
May 29, 2018
Selby Gardens Appoints Deming Chief Operating Officer
Wendy Deming will assume the new role of Chief Operating Officer at Selby Gardens on July 9.
May 22, 2018
Nature-Focused Glass Show Coming to Selby Gardens in July
"In Dialogue with Nature: Glass in the Gardens" features botanically-themed, artistic glass made in St. Petersburg, FL at the acclaimed Duncan McClellan Gallery and is on display at Selby Gardens July 14 – Sept. 2.
April 27, 2018
Selby Gardens Announces Early Leadership Gifts for New Master Site Plan & Future Programming
More than $15 million in early leadership gifts have been raised in the six months since Selby Gardens' conceptual master plan was unveiled.
April 26, 2018
Selby Gardens to Explore Gauguin's Botanical Paradise in Tropical Exhibition Opening February 2019
Gauguin: Voyage to Paradise will explore the botanical world the artist encountered throughout his life in the 19th Century and Read More
April 17, 2018
Orioles Auction Raises Nearly $30,000 for Selby Gardens in Four Years
The team's 2018 "Go Green" auction during Spring Training featured player-autographed caps, jeweled bases SARASOTA, FLA. – April 17, 2018: Read More
April 2, 2018
John Pirman's Artwork Captures Selby Gardens' Warhol Exhibition in Commemorative Poster
Noted illustrator and Sarasota resident John Pirman has created a commemorative poster for the latest exhibition at Selby Gardens, Warhol: Flowers in the Factory. The commemorative posters will first be available for purchase on April 11 at Warhol Nights
February 28, 2018
Selby Gardens Implements 360 Video for a Virtual Reality Experience of Andy Warhol Floral Exhibition
Making use of the immersive media tool of 360-degree video, Selby Gardens has released a three-minute video that guides viewers through its latest exhibition that combines nature and the arts.
January 19, 2018
Selby Gardens' Warhol: Flowers in the Factory Exhibition Features Cultural Performances, Family Days and Outdoor Concert Series
Over the course of five months, a variety of performing arts groups and musicians to perform at Selby Gardens FOR Read More
January 5, 2018
Selby Gardens Joins Bank of America Museums on Us® Program
Selby Gardens announced today its participation in the Bank of America Museums on Us® program, which provides Bank of America and Merrill Lynch cardholders' free general admission more than 175 of the nation's finest arts, cultural and educational institutions during the first full weekend of every month.
December 22, 2017
Senior Researcher from Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew to Speak at Selby Gardens January 11
An internationally-regarded senior researcher from Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew in England will discuss next month how the use of DNA mapping of plants, specifically orchids, has changed botanical studies.
December 10, 2017
Rare Exhibition of Andy Warhol's 'Flowers' Ideally Sited at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens in Early 2018
Consummately cosmopolitan and cool, Andy Warhol in the great outdoors seems like an oxymoron. Yet the groundbreaking artist known for his Pop Art multiples of celebrities and soup cans created more than 10,000 images of flowers over the course of his career. Warhol: Flowers in the Factory showcases the surprising, and little examined, role of nature in Warhol's art and life.
December 9, 2017
Decorative Masks from Costa Rica Return to Selby Gardens in January 2018
The hand-carved, decorative masks made by the native Borucans of Costa Rica return to Selby Gardens in this 14th annual exhibition and sale Jan. 7 – 18, 2018.
November 27, 2017
Orchid Show at Selby Gardens is Fourth Consecutive, Record-Breaking Exhibition
The six-week exhibition concluded Thanksgiving weekend FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SARASOTA, FLA. – November 27, 2017: A horticultural exhibit at Marie Read More
November 17, 2017
Ring in 2018 at Selby Gardens
Sarasota's most sophisticated black tie New Year's Eve experience at Selby Gardens includes a private tour of the decorated, bayfront property, as well as a four-course dinner and live entertainment.
November 14, 2017
Selby Gardens' Light Display Returns Dec. 21
Now in its 14th year, Lights in Bloom, is a tradition for many residents and visitors to celebrate the holiday season in Sarasota.
November 10, 2017
Selby Gardens Receives Highest National Recognition
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, Sarasota's living museum, has again achieved accreditation by the American Alliance of Museums, the highest national recognition afforded the nation's museums.
November 7, 2017
White House Christmas Decorator, Author to Speak Dec. 6 at Selby Gardens
On Dec. 6, Coleen Christian Burke, who served on the holiday decorating teams under First Ladies Laura Bush and Michelle Obama will speak at a luncheon supporting Selby Gardens.
October 2, 2017
Selby Gardens Unveils Master Site Plan
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, the world's only botanical garden dedicated to the study, display and conservation of epiphytic plants, unveils plans to increase the institution's green space by 50 percent within its existing footprint and secure its scientific collection to protect it from future sea level rise.
August 31, 2017
Selby Gardens Announces New Officers, Trustees
Appointees guide the institution's strategic plan SARASOTA, Fla., AUGUST 31, 2017 – Marie Selby Botanical Gardens has appointed new officers Read More
August 28, 2017
Selby Gardens Volunteer Recognized as 2017 Outstanding Volunteer for Florida Association of Museums
A tour guide and research library volunteer at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens will be awarded the statewide "Outstanding Volunteer" award by the Florida Association of Museums next month in Naples.
July 26, 2017
2017 Orchid Show at Selby Gardens Celebrates Elements of Nature
Thousands of orchids and other plants will be on display for six weeks beginning Oct. 12 during, "The Orchid Show: Earth, Air, Fire, Water"
July 24, 2017
Trees Grown from Hiroshima Seed Bank at Selby Gardens
Tree seedlings related to trees that survived the atomic bombing of Hiroshima will be on display at Selby Gardens in Sarasota, Fla. throughout the month of August.
July 21, 2017
Selby Gardens CEO Rominiecki Chosen for Incoming Class of Leadership Florida Cornerstone Class
The nine-month program brings together a diverse group of executives from across the state. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SARASOTA, Fla., July Read More
July 17, 2017
Selby Gardens Announces 2017-2018 Season of Events, Exhibitions and Lectures
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens has planned a variety of events for the upcoming 2017-2018 season to support its mission and inspire an appreciation of plants and their contributions and importance to our daily life.
June 20, 2017
CEO Rominiecki Takes Part in Women's Leadership Forum at Harvard Business School
The weeklong event focused on innovation with 62 international participants. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SARASOTA, Fla., June 19, 2017 – The Read More
May 31, 2017
"Queen of the Night" Blooming at Selby Gardens May 31
The rare cactus flower bloom event occurs once a year and will be marked with a street watch party from 8 – 11 p.m., Wed., May 31.
May 11, 2017
Selby Gardens Volunteer Wins "Guest Service Excellence" Award from Visit Sarasota County
Jane Paulishak was awarded the "Guest Service Excellence – Volunteer" award by Visit Sarasota (VSC) for her volunteer work at the Selby Gardens Welcome Center. This award encourages and recognizes citizens for a volunteer's' commitment to enhancing the guest experience.
May 9, 2017
Selby Gardens Welcomes New Research Botanist
Appointment expands the Gardens' focus on fern families FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SARASOTA, Fla., MAY 9, 2017 – Selby Gardens welcomes Read More
April 25, 2017
Selby Gardens to Explore Warhol's Conservationist Leanings in Colorful, Immersive Exhibition Opening February 2018
Flowers in the Factory will turn Selby Gardens into a floral playground and feature original artwork by the artist, illuminating his passion for the natural world
April 10, 2017
Selby Gardens Announces Plans for the Jean Goldstein Welcome Center
In advance of unveiling a new master site plan for its 15-acre bayfront property, executive leadership at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens is announcing that a future welcome center currently being planned will be named for longtime supporter and Sarasota philanthropist Jean Goldstein in recognition of a major new gift made possible by Alfred R. Goldstein, president of the Alfred and Ann Goldstein Foundation, Inc.
March 27, 2017
Selby Gardens Awarding Six New College Students Inaugural Research Prizes
As part of the program between New College and Selby Gardens, each student will give a 10-minute presentation on their work conducted with Gardens' staff earlier this year. The presentations are on April 20 and are open to the public.
March 27, 2017
FSU/Asolo Conservatory to Present Shakespeare at Selby Gardens
The FSU/Asolo Conservatory for Actor Training will close its 2016-17 season with William Shakespeare's whimsical classic A Midsummer Night's Dream, Read More
March 24, 2017
Sarasota Ballet to Perform April 5 at Selby Gardens
The performance is part of the Gardens' evening event series, "Chagall Nights." FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SARASOTA, FLA. – March 24, 2017: Selby Read More
March 23, 2017
Selby Gardens Hosts Statewide Rare Plants Meetings
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SARASOTA, FLA. – March 23, 2017: Marie Selby Botanical Gardens has been selected to host two meetings Read More
March 7, 2017
Orioles "Go Green" Auction to Benefit Marie Selby Botanical Gardens
Auction to include game-worn and team-issued St. Patrick's Day caps On Friday, March 17, Orioles players and coaches will wear Read More
January 12, 2017
Selby Gardens Selects Nationally-Recognized Firm to Guide Master Planning
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens has selected a national landscape design studio to develop its master site plan and establish the different uses of the living museum's 15-acre property that overlooks Sarasota Bay for the next 25 to 30 years.
January 1, 2017
Selby Gardens' Marc Chagall Exhibit to Feature Cultural Performances
Over the course of six months, five major Sarasota performing arts groups to perform at Selby Gardens
December 5, 2016
Selby Gardens and New College Partner in Science Collaboration
New College of Florida and Marie Selby Botanical Gardens have established a formal collaboration between the education and research departments with a focus on plant science, conservation and public outreach.
November 28, 2016
'Secret Garden' at Selby Gardens Draws Record Numbers
For six weeks from mid-October through Thanksgiving weekend, "Selby's Secret Garden," set new revenue records for attendance, retail and membership sales during the normally quieter fall shoulder season.
November 3, 2016
Selby Gardens' Marc Chagall Exhibition to Feature Works on Public Display for the First Time
Marc Chagall, Flowers, and the French Riviera: The Color of Dreams is first to showcase Chagall's artwork in the context of a garden setting
October 7, 2016
Teri A Hansen Joins Board of Trustees for Selby Gardens
Teri A Hansen, President and CEO of the Charles & Margery Barancik Foundation, has been elected to serve a three-year term on Selby Gardens' Board of Trustees.
October 6, 2016
Selby Gardens to Double Light Display for Holidays
Now in its 13th year, Lights in Bloom, is a tradition for many residents and visitors to celebrate the holiday season in Sarasota. Each night from Dec. 16 – 23 and 26 – 30 the Gardens are awash in lighted displays that showcase iconic scenes at Selby Gardens.
October 1, 2016
"Spooky" Fun at Selby Gardens Oct. 30
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens will host its annual Halloween celebration, "Spooktacular" from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., Sun., Oct. 30.
September 29, 2016
Fall Concert Series Returns to Selby Gardens Oct. 9 – Nov. 13
International and local musicians – including the first-ever performance by a quartet of graduates from the Perlman Music Program/Suncoast – will perform on the great lawn at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens this October and November during the Gardens' popular fall Garden Music Series.
September 27, 2016
Experience "Secret" Sunsets at Selby Gardens beginning Oct. 19
Selby Gardens, which usually closes well before sunset at 5 p.m., will host a six-week series of nighttime sunset celebrations beginning Oct. 19.
September 16, 2016
Selby Gardens Issues Request for Proposals for Master Site Plan
*Please note that the open Conference Call cited in the attached document has been changed to October 13 at 2:00pm. Read More
September 12, 2016
Selby Gardens' Education Director Named to Smithsonian Institution's Grant Review Panel
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens' Director of Education & Visitor Engagement was recently named to the review panel for youth access Read More
September 1, 2016
Selby Gardens' Botanist to Assist Smithsonian Institution
A two-week project will help identify plants of the Guianas The head of the botany department at Marie Selby Botanical Read More
August 22, 2016
International Intern returns to Selby Gardens for PhD Thesis Research
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SARASOTA, FLA. – August 22, 2016: An international doctoral student from Brazil will spend two months conducting research Read More
August 11, 2016
New Details Unveiled for Transformation of "Great Room by the Bay" to Michael's on the Bay at Selby Gardens
Enhancements to the Special Events Facilities by Exclusive Caterer Michael's On East now Underway SARASOTA, FLA. – August 11, 2016: Design concept Read More
July 14, 2016
3, 2, 1…Days until Blooming of Rare, Smelly Plants at Selby Gardens
Corpse flowers "Seymour" and "Audrey" are expected to flower within 10 days of one another, releasing a putrid scent.
June 27, 2016
Luther-BSI Scholar Arrives at Selby with Eyes on the Sky for Epiphyte Research
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SARASOTA, FLA. – June 27, 2016: Marie Selby Botanical Gardens would like to welcome the newest recipient Read More
June 27, 2016
Dynamic duo receives prestigious service award for their dedication to Sarasota Community
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SARASOTA, FLA. – June 27, 2016: The husband and wife team of Regina and Andy Anderson have Read More
June 27, 2016
Director of Botany earns editorial appointment to Bromeliad Society International Journal
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SARASOTA, FLA. – June 27, 2016: Bruce Holst, Director of Botany at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, Read More
June 27, 2016
Local Business Donates Pest Control Service to Improve Historic Selby Gardens Art Museum
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SARASOTA, FLA. – June 27, 2016: A generous donation from a local pest control company will improve Read More
May 12, 2016
Celebrate Summer at Selby Gardens
Summer at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens offers a variety of special events, exhibits and programs to keep guests cool. The community events are open to the public and are suitable for a variety of ages.
April 25, 2016
Selby Gardens Unlocking Library Vaults for "Secret Garden" Exhibit
A twelve-week show will display rare botanical prints along with a horticulture display
April 1, 2016
Orioles Jersey Auction Raises More than $9,000 for Selby Gardens
The Specialty Uniforms and Caps were part of the team's "Go Green" Day Activities
March 31, 2016
Orchid Show at Selby Gardens Sets Record Numbers
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SARASOTA, FLA. – March 31, 2016: A horticultural exhibit at Selby Gardens recently drew record-breaking crowds for Read More
March 14, 2016
Springtime Events at Selby Gardens include Holiday Brunches, Photo Exhibit & Outdoor Concerts
Families, arts appreciators and music enthusiasts will be among the many who enjoy the sanctuary of Marie Selby Botanical Gardens this spring during seasonal events and exhibitions.
March 14, 2016
Spring Outdoor Concert Series at Selby Gardens Begins April 3
The Sunday Performances Run thru Mother's Day, May 8, with Local & International Musicians.
January 22, 2016
Rainforest Masks of Costa Rica Returns to Selby Gardens
The popular exhibit of decorative masks created by the Native Americans of Costa Rica returns to Marie Selby Botanical Gardens Read More
January 18, 2016
Orioles Select Marie Selby Botanical Gardens as Partner for 2016 "Go Green" Night, Green Cap Auction
For the second year, the Orioles have selected Marie Selby Botanical Gardens as the ballclub's partner for "Go Green" Night Read More
December 11, 2015
Chagall Exhibit Slated for 2017 at Selby Gardens
The six-month interdisciplinary program to feature botanical imagery by the artist.
November 19, 2015
New Partnership Announced between Selby Gardens and Michael's On East
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens has announced a new partnership with premier restaurateur and caterer, Michael's On East. The partnership names Michael's as the exclusive food service provider at Selby Gardens and is also the foundation for enhanced banquet and dining facilities at the Gardens to be anchored by the restaurant group.
November 13, 2015
Events, Lectures and Classes Support the Six-Week 2016 Orchid Show
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens is marking its 40th anniversary year in with an international Orchid show in February 2016. More Read More
November 12, 2015
Philadelphia Artist Cardamone presents "New American Botanicals" at Selby Gardens
Philadelphia artist MF Cardamone presents a three-month show of mixed media botanical art at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens' Museum of Read More
November 11, 2015
Seasonal Winter Events at Selby Gardens
Families, art appreciators and orchid enthusiasts will be among the many who enjoy the sanctuary of Marie Selby Botanical Gardens this Read More
November 9, 2015
Selby Gardens Welcomes International Bromeliad Scholar Males
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens has welcomed an international plant scholar for a fornight visit this fall. Jamie Males, a PhD Read More
November 9, 2015
Steinwachs Family Foundation Mangrove Walkway Opens at Selby Gardens
The rebuilt mangrove walkway at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens reopened Nov., 7 thanks to lead support from the Steinwachs Family Read More
October 12, 2015
"Back to Our Roots" Historical Exhibit Chronicles Founders of Selby Gardens
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens is featuring the historical exhibit "Back to Our Roots" about its founders during October and November Read More
October 12, 2015
International Orchid Show Marks 40th Anniversary of Marie Selby Botanical Gardens
More than 1,000 orchids from the sub-tropics and tropics of the Americas will be on display February 14 – March 27, 2016 at the Gardens' conservatory for The Orchid Show: Celebrating 40 Years at Selby Gardens.
September 21, 2015
Family-Friendly "Spooktacular" at Selby Gardens Oct. 31
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens will host its inaugural Halloween celebration, "Spooktacular" from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., Sat., Oct. 31. Read More
September 17, 2015
Fall Outdoor Concert Series at Selby Gardens Begins Oct. 4
International and local musicians will perform on the great lawn at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens this October during the Gardens' Read More
September 16, 2015
"Gardens of the Mind" Art Exhibit Displays Work of Centenarian Artist at Selby Gardens
The painted works of a 102-year-old artist who draws inspiration from nature will be on display at Selby Gardens' Museum Read More
September 14, 2015
Fall Events to Delight at Selby Gardens
Families, music fans and arts patrons all have opportunities to enjoy the sanctuary of Marie Selby Botanical Gardens this fall Read More


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|Black Bee-eater Merops
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The Black Bee-eater is distributed in Africa either side of the Equator from Senegal to western Uganda and northern Angola. It is found on the edges of forest including gallery forest in the savanna where it usually perches fairly high up.
It is mainly black with a blue rump, conspicuous in flight as in photo 3, blue belly and undertail coverts, scarlet throat and blue streaks on a black breast. The nominate race, seen here, also has a blue supercilium which is lacking in the other sub-species M. g. australis.
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A condom is a multipurpose device- and it could be one of the most useful items in your survival kit.
You already know about the primary purpose – but here are some more:
Put anything that you want to protect from dust or water (like a cell phone) in it and tie a make a knot in it
Put the condom in a sock or a hat to serve as water container. Fill it up - it can easily hold two or more liters..
The lubricant on the condom helps to moisturise for dry lips or abrasions.
Pull it over the your gun barrel to keep rain, dust, mud etc. out of it.
A condom that is pulled over a finger with an incised wound looks stupid, but keeps both flesh and wound clean during skinning process..
When nature's gentle call becomes a demand in an unexpected place - like in a small plane - it is a handy urine holder that you can safely make a knot in and keep it to discard it later
It is also very handy in a vehicle. Wind it tight around a leaking or burst pipe or use as electrical insulation if there is no insulation tape available. Its elasticity can be used as vibration inhibitor, tiedown or a spring.
You can even make a fire with a condom. Put half a cup of water in condom and press water into a tight in a ball until the wall becomes thin and transparent. Use the tight stretched wall as a magnifying glass to start the fire.
Yes, and then they say in the bad old border war days the guys put brandy or whiskey in a knotted condom hidden in water bottle. Just a puncture with a sharp bayonet, give it a good shake and the war seemed not so bad.
Well, there you have it: a couple of good reasons to explain to your wife why you carry a condom in your bag.
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SIX offers a full range of integrated solutions.
As if by an invisible hand
For some it instills fear, for others it evokes excitement – when things start communicating with each other. But whatever your opinion is, one thing is for sure: the "Internet of Things" is coming and will also have an impact on shopping and making payments. And it will bring with it a whole host of benefits.
Stress-free weekly shopping
Take a trip with us into the future: you walk into the supermarket, and straight away discounts that might interest you are activated on your smartphone. You fill up your shopping cart as normal; all products are entered automatically and the total amount is displayed in real time on your smartphone, less any discounts and vouchers stored under your profile. Once you've finished your shopping, you simply push your shopping cart out of the supermarket to your car; your purchases are tallied up and charged automatically when you pass through the exit, and your loyalty points are immediately credited to your account for your next shopping trip. When you drive away, the parking fee is debited automatically, since your car logs on and logs off to the parking meter of its own accord.
The challenges
A few challenges need to be overcome before our future scenario becomes reality:
- All the systems involved such as payment, CRM or warehouse systems must be aligned with the new conditions in an intelligent – or more intelligent – manner.
- Systems must communicate with one another effectively – and not only in a closed environment: two systems that don't know each other, for example, a car and a parking meter, must also be able to understand each other spontaneously. Corresponding standards are needed for this.
- Products must be able to be entered contactlessly and electronically. Even if such tags already exist in the form of RFID chips and are not expensive, the system is currently not yet viable for very inexpensive products.
The benefits
Automated interaction between various systems will increase efficiency and reduce costs:
- Cash registers in the traditional sense will no longer be required due to automatic check-outs or payment procedures. This will save space and resources.
- A self-directed warehouse management system will be able to use the tags on the products to identify which product is located where and how many are available and, accordingly, to place repeat orders, suggest discounts for slow sellers or optimize inventory management of its own accord.
- The workforce can be fine-tuned and optimized depending on the expected volume.
- Customer support can be targeted more accurately to specific needs thanks to extensive background information.
Aside from the efficiency gain, the "Internet of Things" promises one thing above all: to make our lives a little simpler – and to offer your customers a wonderfully relaxing shopping experience.


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The Image of God and the Quest for Holiness
We have been made by God and for God, and our fulfillment in life comes with our alignment with this truth of creation. Read more from David C. Long as he grounds the call to holiness in the foundational reality of being created in God's image.
Return of the King
Ponder these short parables: The king of a great land was about to take a long journey. He called his top three officials together. "I...
Gray Mountain: John Grisham's Legal Justice Thriller
I thoroughly enjoyed this book. So will you. John Grisham's novel Gray Mountain has everything and almost begs to be made into a movie. Plot...
What Pocahontas Found in Heaven
Most people these days know something about Pocahontas. Some even know the true story of her conversion to Christianity, and perhaps of the catechetical...
Learning to See: Or What Drawing Class Taught Me About Ministry
Sometimes the best lessons about the sacred come from the most ordinary things. Joel Mooneyhan shares what he learned about ministry from drawing class.
What Reading Fantasy Can Do for Christians
Is reading fantasy fiction a healthy practice, or a harmful distraction? In today's Seven Minute Seminary video, Dr. David Grubbs explains how the doctrine of the image of God serves as a foundation for the delight Christians can have in reading fantasy fiction.
Leviathan; or, Whale Theology
"God created the great sea monsters and every living creature that moves, of every kind, with which the waters swarm" (Gen. 1:21). There is...
An Environmental Call to Action for Congregations
In Genesis 1:28, God commanded Adam to "...fill the earth and subdue it." However, should we take this as a license to do with the earth and its natural resources all that we want, without considering the consequences?
Divine Love Fulfills Our Desire for Eros
God created humans so that we would search for him and might come to know him (Acts 17: 22-27). In this Seven Minute Seminary video, Christopher West explains how we can have our deepest desires and affections fulfilled by divine love and the Christian community of saints.
Why Gender Differences Matter
Why do gender differences matter, and what do they have to do with the spiritual union between Christ and his church? Watch this Seven Minute Seminary video with Christopher West, popularizer of Pope John Paul II's work on Theology of the Body.


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In some instances, machine logs may not upload, or may halt uploading, to the admin's 'Maintenance > Logs' panel.
We are researching these occurrences to patch in an upcoming release.
In the interim, if you notice such behaviour, you may restart the log synchronisation by running a command on your Douro's tablet to clear the existing machine-side logs, which will subsequently allow new logs to upload.
Clearing the local machine logs
Connect a USB keyboard to a port on the top of the Douro's tablet inside the door. Press Ctrl+Alt+T to bring up a terminal window on the machine.
sudo su
Then enter the root password (provided by our support team). The password will not appear on the screen as you are typing. (For security reasons, Linux password fields appear blank when entered.)
Run the following three commands individually, with spacing and character exactly as shown:
cd /var/lib/lamassu-machine
rm log/*
restart lamassu-machine
Then, close the terminal with Alt + F4, then disconnect the keyboard, and refresh your admin's Log panel.


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Finding Neverland is the only reason why this blog exists and the start of my creative bravery. I was coming out of a dark place in my life and starting a new chapter and determined to make it the best one yet in my life. I believe people come into our lives for a reason,... Continue Reading →
Through Fate, a Tour and a Hostel: Brussels Redemption
Destiny. Serendipity. Meant to be. Everything happens for a reason... I think it is safe to assume that for one reason or another, one of the above words or phrases resonates with you. Brussels may have gotten started off on the wrong foot and gave me a negative first impression, but I was determined to... Continue Reading →
First Impression: Brussels, Belgium
Be sure to read: Brussels Bound to get into my head while I was in transit from Paris to Brussels! Leaving Paris behind made me sad, but I was still excited to be in Brussels to keep this momentum going. I could feel the excitement on the horizon. Upon arriving in Brussels, it wasn't Paris, to say... Continue Reading →
Just Call Me Marie, Marie Antionette
Versailles is a magical place. It was full of pastels, old shutters, fresh produce markets, meat markets, flower markets and tall green trees. It was very hot out, but that did not bother me with what I was surrounded by. This place was so striking. Trying to recreate it in a photo is nearly impossible.... Continue Reading →
Going to Ice Ice Iceland
Thank you for all that is good in the world! I can not believe I get to experience Iceland on this trip. I did not plan Iceland, my return flight did and I am so grateful for the layover. I literally missed my flight to this destination this past Friday and am so happy I... Continue Reading →
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I read that this would happen. The traveling blues. I am definitely feeling the bittersweet end of my travels. In one week, I will be home and getting back to the American Reality of a life I have in Georgia. I miss the people I met and the friends I have made. I miss the... Continue Reading →
I Am Amsterdam, Full Steam Ahead
Gosh, Time surely flies by, especially when it is time well spent! With Brussels behind me, I can't believe a week has already flown by and so much good has already happened! One more week to go and it includes The Netherlands. The Netherlands, I am so ready for this adventure. Sitting on another train,... Continue Reading →
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Sitting on another train ride heading to my next destination, I can't help but reflect on how Paris and Versailles have added to my life. I have been so impacted by these experiences had thus far. I can't help but wonder how Brussels will also impact me in a positive manner. While I am scared... Continue Reading →
A Growing Moment, Stretch not Stress
My chest hurts and my breathing shortens. Anxiety is climbing in my body. I absolutely loathe being plagued with unreasonable emotions. Let me make this more clear, emotions of anxiety feel absolutely real, but your brain knows it's illogical. I catch myself in these moments arguing with myself whether or not I am right for... Continue Reading →


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Buckswood Sixth Form students also celebrated another tremendous year of A-level results and university placements, the school said today (Thursday, August 15).
The school said sixth formers once again had to contend with the new, more rigorous A-level examination system, which see all exams sat at the end of a two-year programme of study.
Top performers included Flower, who achieved an A*A – art and photography, Florence, A*A*B – arts and English, Neil AAA – science and mathematics, Tomiwa AAB – sciences and mathematics and Mark A*AA – economics and mathematics.
Buckswood said the results for students ensured entry to some of the UK's top universities including UCL, Durham, Manchester, York, Exeter, Birmingham, Sussex and special congratulations to Abigail whose exceptional talent was recognised with a scholarship to read music at City University London.
Michael Shaw, co-principal, said: "It has been another really positive summer of Sixth Form results. Last month we celebrated our students completing their International Baccalaureate programme and yesterday it was wonderful to celebrate the success of our A-level pupils.
"The fantastic individual results and university placements are reward for the hours of hard work our students have put in over the last two years, combined with the continued and dedicated support from their teachers.
"A special mention to our art students who achieved the best results of any subject and is a discipline that goes from strength to strength at Buckswood."
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