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Red Touch Media Signs on to Sponsor the "Utah Entrepreneur Series" at the University of Utah
Red Touch Media becomes "Innovator Sponsor" of the "Utah Entrepreneur Series" to help fund the Utah Entrepreneur Challenge at the University of Utah
Salt Lake City, UT, April 02, 2014 --(
)-- Red Touch Media, the technology company behind the fastest-growing digital media content management platform in the entertainment industry, is proud to announce its sponsorship of the Utah Entrepreneur Challenge. The Salt Lake City, Utah based company will be an "Innovator Sponsor" of this year's competition, donating $150,000 worth of in-kind sponsorship funds. The final stage of the series, the Utah Entrepreneur Challenge, has become one of the largest business plan competitions in the country. The series is operated by the Lassonde Entrepreneur Institute at the University of Utah's David Eccles School of Business.
The Utah Entrepreneur Challenge (UEC) focuses on the creation of a comprehensive business plan, which will be judged by professionals within the Utah business community, including Chairman and CEO of Red Touch Media, Wayne Scholes. The UEC represents the largest student business plan competition in the United States, typically attracting over 240 team submissions and over 2,000 competitors. Participants in the Challenge often move on to create successful business start-ups, and the winning business plan will be given $40,000 to go towards their idea and business model. The UEC also offers incomparable mentorship and an excellent proving ground for business concepts.
The contest has proven successful to many businesses, including Red Touch Media. In 2013 the company acquired the 2002 UEC first place winner, Mediaport, giving Red Touch Media the ability to protect and distribute licensed movies, TV shows, music, games and books across its global network.
"We could not be happier to be a part of such a well-renowned program and competition," said Wayne Scholes, Chairman and CEO of Red Touch Media. "To work with the University of Utah and to be able to contribute to the ideas and concepts presented is something that we are fortunate to be able to do. This is a very important program to our organization and we couldn't' be happier to be a part of it; I'm thrilled to be at the awards this year."
The "Innovator Sponsorship" will help fund office space for up to six months as well as Marketing and Finance starter packages. The Sponsorship will also include legal counseling and ongoing consultation services with Red Touch Media's award winning marketing team. The awards will take place on April 15th at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City.
Red Touch Media's content management and distribution solutions have over a decade of in market use by some of the largest distributors of digital media, including major motion picture studios and music labels. NBC Universal, Paramount Pictures, Sony Pictures, Warner Music Group, EMI and HDNet are some of the companies Red Touch Media has most recently worked with.
About Red Touch Media
Red Touch Media (RTM) connects content owners, advertisers, retailers and consumers to premium digital content via one of the entertainment world's most innovative distribution platform. RTM provides content owners with a reliable, secure solution to manage and deliver all digital media assets to their audiences and clients. Advertisers and retailers can target consumers through user content preference and downloads. For more information on Red Touch Media please visit http://www.redtouchmedia.com.
About the Lassonde Entrepreneur Institute
The Lassonde Entrepreneur Institute is the hub for student entrepreneurship and innovation at the University of Utah. The Lassonde programs were first established in 2001 with generous support from Pierre Lassonde, and they have continued to grow and inspire more students each year. A division of the David Eccles School of Business, the Lassonde Entrepreneur Institute offers a wide variety of programs and engagement opportunities for students to learn about and engage in all phases of the entrepreneurship and innovation process. All programs are open to students across campus from any major or background. Learn more at www.lassonde.utah.edu.
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Too many Washington D.C. moving and storage companies claim to offer affordable rates on storage units but they always come with a cost. For starters, you can get cheaper storage in the more unsafe parts of the city if you are willing to risk it. But what's the point in saving money when you have to replace what was broken or stolen? That's why Able Moving & Storage provides the safest storage units by equipping each facility with computerized access. Barbed wire guards the perimeter and nearby bushes and trees have been cleared so burglars don't have effective hiding places. Then they offer dirtier storage units. Again? Why bother storing something if it is just going to be a home for rats, cockroaches, mold or something worse? That's why Able routinely maintains all their storage units, so you know there's nothing waiting in the dark.
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Celebrated printer and type designer Giambattista Bodoni set the standard for printing the alphabet with his Manuale tipografico (1818). The two-volume set—published posthumously in a limited edition of 250—features 142 sets of roman and italic typefaces, a wide selection of borders, ornaments, symbols, and flowers, as well as Greek, Hebrew, Russian, Arabic, Phoenician, Armenian, Coptic, and Tibetan alphabets. Official printer for the Duke of Parma, Bodoni (1740-1813) declared that well-designed type derived its beauty from four principles: uniformity of design, sharpness and neatness, good taste, and charm. His typefaces display an unprecedented degree of technical refinement, and epitomize purity and grace. The culmination of more than four decades of work, the Manuale tipografico represents one of history's greatest typographical achievements. The Bodoni typeface is still widely used even today, both in digital media and in print, and TASCHEN's meticulous reprint of Bodoni's masterwork gives readers a rare opportunity to explore the origins of the Bodoni typeface and learn about its creator.
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Planning a Gala Dinner Event: The Ultimate Guide
I enjoy helping people prepare and plan their major events and parties.
In a perfect world, planning a fundraiser or gala dinner event would be a breeze. Generous sponsors would pay for all your food, entertainment, and accommodations while guests would be more than eager to donate to your cause. Unfortunately, planning a gala event in the real world involves quite a bit more preparation. The perfect gala dinner requires seeking sponsorship and volunteers, but executing these steps effectively can work wonders. Here are some necessities when it comes proper gala planning.
Outline Your Purpose
Knowing what you aim to achieve with your event will help everyone plan accordingly. The cost of planning a fundraising gala can be extremely high, so it will be important to gather support for your cause and spark interest within the community. The first step of the planning process should be setting a goal for your organization, determining who will benefit from the fundraiser, and what guests can expect their donations to support.
Analyze Costs
Before the planning process truly begins, your organization must determine the amount of seed money available. The gala planning timeline will differ depending on the event, but common fees include food, drink, site rental, advertising, A/V equipment, items to be sold, and other expenses. Keeping track of how much money you spend and how much you will need to turn a profit is a key component for creating an accurate budget.
Establish a Ticket Price
When you've determined the number of guests you want to attend, set a price for each ticket. The location, menu, and cost of events should all be considered when determining the price of admittance. In addition to regular tickets, also be sure to have a limited number of VIP passes available for a higher price and that include perks during the event. Selling tickets is a great way to raise additional money for your cause.
Alternate Methods of Fundraising
Planning a gala event revolves primarily around raising money, so consider many ways in which to do so. Supporters of your organization will be glad to donate money, but it is also useful to implement other activities for guests to participate in. Some ways to raise additional funds include holding a raffle or silent auction, selling refreshments, selling advertising opportunities, and splitting sales with supporting companies. Be sure to think of as many ideas possible in order to raise money for your gala dinner giveaway.
Acquire Sponsorship
Unless your organization has an overwhelming amount of seed money, it will likely require the support of sponsors. By offering advertising and other perks to certain businesses, you may be able to obtain necessary items at an affordable rate. Contacting sponsors will require you to use every part of your existing network, form long-term business relationships, and establish a symbiosis with the participating organizations. Local restaurants may be able to give you a cheap or free venue to hold your event as well as supply your guests with food and drink. Entertainment can also be sponsored whether it is in the form of local entertainers or larger acts paid for by your sponsors. If you plan on scheduling activities such as a raffle or auction, sponsors may also be able to donate prizes for your event.
Choose a Venue
Your venue will play a large role in during the planning process, so it is important that you research the thoroughly for a good venue that will be able to comfortably accommodate your maximum attendance, including entertainment and meal providers. The environment should be stylish and allow people to socialize freely. If your venue is being donated, it may take a bit of planning fit your needs, so carefully consider any adjustments you may need to make before decorating. Your decorations should match what guests are wearing at your gala event as well as your theme.
Consider a Theme
A creative theme for your gala event provides a unique atmosphere for your guests. Whether it's broadway, medieval, masquerade, Christmas, nautical, or something else, a theme can help aid your menu selection, decorations, planned activities, and dress code. When planning a themed event it is important to make sure that you decorations, centerpieces, and entertainment fit properly. In some cases, it may be necessary to contact an organization familiar with themed events in order to ensure the right presentation.
Make Food and Drink Preparations
Shop around and contact various catering services, restaurants, and other establishments to see if they are able to accommodate your guests. Consider whether or not you want to have a cash or open bar and prepare a menu that has vegetarian options. Your menu should be diverse and what to serve at your gala dinner will depend on the nature of your event, the theme you have chosen, and your organization's budget. You also may want to consider personalizing your drinkware to make an extra special impression on your patrons.
Craft Invitations
Your invitation will be the first thing that potential guests see, making it an important step in planning your event. Crafting a good invitation requires accurate information and a presentation that draws attention. Include information such as date, time, location, and formality as well as details such as who will benefit from the event, the chosen theme, and planned activities. The art of writing gala invitations allows you to be creative, but be sure that your tone reflects the formality of the event.
Plan Activities and Book Entertainment
Planning successful gala dinners revolves around appropriate entertainment and activities designed to raise money. Contact local venues and inquire about possible live performances as well as items able to be donated for a raffle or silent auction. If you've chosen a theme for your event, be sure to find forms of entertainment that goes along with it and that guests will find appropriate.
Decorate Your Venue
One of the final steps in preparation for your gala dinner is decoration. Choose bold complementary colors and decorate to match your chosen theme. Use unique centerpieces, artwork, and props to create a visually stunning environment for your guests and give your cause a festive ambiance. Due to the importance of presenting a unique atmosphere, it may be necessary to contract help in decorating. A variety of companies have made a living decorating venues of all shapes and sizes by using color schemes or themes as their template.
Seek Volunteers
Once everything is planned, you will need to find people to maintain and help out at the event. Using your network and resources within and outside of the organization, find volunteers to help serve food, greet guests, and help make sure the evening goes smoothly.
One of the best ways to gain support for your organization, a successful gala dinner takes a great deal of planning and preparation. Ensuring everything is in order before a single guest arrives will allow the evening to flow smoothly and present your organization in a professional light. Fundraisers are essential in the growth of any business or non-profit organization, and the effective management of each step is the key to a memorable evening.


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J-Hoe and Ted saw I was on a mission, complimenting me on what I had accomplished. I tore that day a new one and will hopefully continue my high end work ethic. I certainly celebrated my actions later that evening by pounding a ton of pilsners. Just a good ol fashioned trip to the ever exclusive Waterville Bar Scene. Pitchers at Shawn's and a trip to Mads to cap it off. Let's attack this week with intensity, you guys!


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This gorgeous classical Key West Estate property is quite possibly the most stylish blend of historic Victorian-Caribbean with stunning island-modern that we have seen. An exceptional degree of refinement was reserved for the sophisticated renovation and décor of this circa 1930's Key West Victorian house plus Caribbean bungalow cottage. Displaying a perfected tropical style the architect and designer artfully intertwined a romantic look-back into architectural history with a superior eclectic cosmopolitan island charm.
Located in Key West's famous Old Town Historic Seaport neighborhood on two full lots, The Caroline House Estate vacation rental is comprised of two dwellings – a classic 2-story Key West Victorian house, and a hidden 1 ½ story Caribbean bungalow. The curb-side view is of the nouvelle-Victorian house that displays all the Key West style of it's gracious historic neighbors while offering all the modern amenities. Classic front porches outline the entire width of the 1st and 2nd floors and an abundance of sash windows outlined in traditional wooden shutters and French doors invite in the sunlight. Pale blue porch ceilings reflect the historic island authenticity of the house along with the essential white picket fence made complete with capital posts and a lantern lamp with lights that appear to flicker like candles.
THE CAROLINE HOUSE (Main Victorian House)
A brass plaque on the outside wall near the door announces you have arrived at 'The Caroline House.' Once inside the house, the stunning blend of the-old-with-the-new begins right away. You are first met with the welcoming charm of the Key West Victorian wooden banister staircase that is situated to the front-right side of the house.
Entrance: The arts-and-crafts staircase defines the luxurious entrance to the house and leads to the 2nd floor straight ahead, where the three bedrooms in the main house are found. The expansive runs of original heart pine wood that make the interior walls of the house have been painted with absolutely brilliant tropical colors you find on the feathers of a scarlet macaw parrot. A bold move in such a classic historic home, the colors are balanced at the impressive 12 foot tall ceilings with traditional wide white crown molding, and then perfectly paired below with original restored varnished wooden floors.
Downstairs - left side (as you face the house): Immediately to your left of the staircase is a spacious entrance hall, fit to receive the most discerning guest. Take an immediate left again to find the fabulous Victorian sitting room with yellow-gold painted walls and styled in eclectic tropical modern fashion. Cushy floral barrel chairs surround a round bamboo and glass coffee table and prints of colorful parrots the sitting room walls.
A square arch leads directly to the next room, a bright red dining room furnished with an oversized round mahogany dining table and chairs. The interior decorator has perfectly placed a long mahogany side board that runs the entire length of the dining room under the sash windows. A striking bouquet of red coral is placed in the middle, and then framed with a pair of clear designer lamps topped with coral red shades to match.
Another square arch flows directly from the dining room to the spacious living room where a designer sofa and chairs have been chosen for comfort and style. The large wicker sofa with nautical striped upholstery is flanked by an oversized ottoman that doubles as a lounge table. A pair of khaki print occasional chairs and an antique side table is set to the side. Carefully chosen art pieces, real sea shells and decorative lamps are masterfully placed and grass mat rugs complete the up-scale tropical look of the room.
A large flat-screen TV is prominently placed in the living room for group enjoyment, and mounted above the TV is an impressive taxidermy of a sword fish.
Straight ahead is yet a third square arch that melds into the left side of the spacious kitchen, where a double set of French doors lead to the spacious deck and swimming pool. But before we consider details of the kitchen and the pool grounds let's look at the right side of the downstairs starting from the front.
Downstairs – right side (as you face the house): The classic hard wood front entrance hall points all the way to the back of the house where your senses are ultimately treated to a remarkable blend of a Key West historical kitchen with contemporary culinary luxury. But first, on the way to the kitchen, you pass through a beautiful office kiosk that is set with a wooden desk large enough for two. Folk-art prints from Mario Sanchez and a rustic shutter create a charming Key West office décor. Continue through to the other end of the office to the right side of the living room, and then a final interior passage joins the living room with the kitchen.
The spacious sunlit kitchen is spectacular. It encompasses most of the back of the house and feels even grander with the 12 foot high ceilings, and pendulum designer lighting that show it all off. One entire wall, from floor to ceiling, is tiled with a period correct blue and white Spanish design pattern. Against the traditional tiled wall is the contrasting modern bright white cabinets and glistening stainless steel chef's kitchen. A large dark wooden table creates an elegant dining area for in-kitchen meals, and is joined via French doors with the back sun deck and swimming pool. Finally, at the very back of the house, off the kitchen, is a walk-in laundry room and a half-bath. There is an outdoor shower just outside the door near the laundry room and downstairs bathroom.
Upstairs - Back to the front door entrance of the main house, the staircase leads to the 2nd floor where you find three beautifully appointed bedrooms off the hallway. The first bedroom is the master suite. Luxuriously styled in tropical gold walls and bedding of soft shades of tropical pink and green, it's set toward the back of the house and furnished with a traditional king size four-poster mahogany bed, upscale matching Caribbean style furnishings, original art, and a 42" flat screen TV. The completely modernized en-suite bathroom for this bedroom is done vintage style with mahogany vanity and double size walk in shower with dual shower heads.
Next in line down the hallway is the 2nd bedroom. Situated in the middle of the hall, it is very comfortable and offers a 27" flat screen TV. Providing two twin beds and sweetly decorated in pretty shades of coral pink and white with sea-grass headboards, it is possible to push the beds together to make a king size bed.
The 3rd bedroom is at the end of the hall at the front of the main house. Shown in our slide show with a blue and white comforter, walls painted sun yellow create a striking contrast for the queen size mahogany pencil poster bed and matching wood and wicker furnishings. This bedroom also provides a 27" flat screen TV.
Both the 2nd and 3rd bedrooms share a large luxury bathroom with soak tub and in-tub shower that is located at the end of the hall near the top of the stairs. A free-standing sink set against the original heart pine walls captures the romantic era of this remarkable home.
At the opposite end of the bedroom hallway, at the front of the house, is a single pane French door that leads to the 2nd floor porch that runs the entire width of the house and offers a beautiful down-look view of Caroline Street below.
THE CAROLINE COTTAGE (Caribbean Bungalow Cottage)
Set on the lot next door to the main house on the other side of the pool garden, is the 1930's free-standing Caribbean bungalow cottage. A brass plaque on the outside announces you have arrived at 'The Caroline Cottage.' From the outside, it maintains it's traditional historic cottage charm, but inside is a completely different story. Completely modernized to luxurious standard, like the main house in the estate, no detail has been overlooked.
As with the main house, the staircase in the cottage defines the entrance and is also the center piece for the entire interior. The architect made a dramatic statement by taking the ceiling line clear up to the roof timbers. Then the builder hand-crafted an outrageous wooden winding staircase to reach the 2nd floor sleeping loft that was made possible with the extreme vaulted ceiling. The sleeping loft is cozy and feels a bit like a secret hiding place when you're up there. Two twin beds make an inviting sleeping nook with a view to main room below.
The interior designer makes the same bold move in the cottage as the main house by choosing bright gradient shades of pink and white. The main room in the cottage includes a living / dining / kitchen area. Elegant white woven furnishings have been kept simple and sleek. As with 'The Caroline House,' the interior designer selected furnishings for 'The Caroline Cottage' that are sophisticated yet casual and elegant.
The compact yet well designed and fully equipped kitchen lines one corner of the cottage and is ideally set to serve as a preparation kitchen for entertaining guests. Beautiful tropical furnishings and soft goods fill every room. A 52" TV is placed for easy viewing throughout the main room.
The master bedroom, located directly off the living room space, provides a chocolate color wicker king size bed that makes a stunning contrast against the flamingo pink walls. On the wall directly opposite the bed is a 32" flat screen TV. The entire cottage is finished with beautiful hard wood floors that compliment the staircase. The cottage provides one full beautiful bathroom on the main floor with a bath tub and in-tub shower.
An incredible feeling of exclusive intimacy has been masterfully created in the pool garden for The Caroline House Estate vacation rental. Located between the main Victorian house, 'The Caroline House,' and the Caribbean bungalow, 'The Caroline Cottage,' is a large (by Key West standards) free-form swimming pool, spacious pool deck, and lush tropical landscaping. Set as an outdoor living space right off the kitchen and living room of the main house, the pool garden and sun deck will invite you to spend many hours right here. Lounge and patio furniture has been placed for relaxing and sunning. All you need is a cool drink and a good book.
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Main Victorian House
All bedrooms are on the 2nd floor.
The Caroline Cottage
Parking: Off-Street parking for 1-2 cars maximum in the driveway – one in front of the other. It is recommended that you leave your car behind and plan on walking and biking if you are able. From this location you do not need a car. Enjoy walking or biking everywhere—you'll see more that way.
Amenities: Upscale Amenities generally reserved for an exclusive Resort. Heated free-form swimming pool, tropical landscaping, and outdoor deck. Main house has gourmet kitchen with top-of-the-line appliances; cottage has 2nd full kitchen. BBQ grill, Central air conditioning, full laundry room, Audio Visual Systems, DSL Internet, HD TV. TV's in all rooms except the loft in the cottage
Activities: Close to adventures and activities including sailing, boating, diving, museums, nightlife. Conveniently located near Fausto's Fine Food Palace gourmet grocery store offering excellent wine selection, sushi deli, and butcher; Close to boutique shopping, art galleries, and a variety of national and international restaurants, coffee shops. Close to the beach.
Area: The famous historic Old Town Key West waterfront on the gulf side of the island and the original lower Duval Street area, encompasses this district. Here the founding fathers and mothers of the late 1800's built the first shipping docks and warehouses, restaurants and grand homes, that stand today as one of the largest and most impressive collection of turn-of-the-century architecture. From larger Greek Revival Victorians to charming shot gun cottages, many of these alluring structures have been restored and renovated to stand in their gleaming glory.
Restrictions: This is a SMOKE FREE house. Absolutely no pets please! We do not accept guests less than 25 years of age unless accompanied by a family group or guardian.
Notes: It is very rare to find a private home estate with amenities generally reserved for an exclusive resort offered as a licensed weekly vacation rental. The design of this estate property makes it ideal for sophisticated individuals with discerning tastes and is suited for a family or executive group looking for the very finest Key West has to offer. This home should never be considered as an option for travelers looking to stage a party or any kind of event.
This property is intended for a family, professionals and executives who are looking for a private estate home with upscale Quality Amenities.
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Main Victorian House - All bedrooms are on the 2nd floor
The Caroline Cottage
"THE GOOD: Excellent location, only two blocks from Duval, harbor etc. and walk to everything! Location was the key for us and we hit it on the nail with this property, Definitely where the action is! Property is great for larger parties and well stocked with plenty of towels, pool towels and well stocked kitchen. Beds are very comfortable, no complaints here. Overall, the house was clean, inviting and comfortable. The pool is a bonus and we used it a few days it is very shady so keep this in mind when renting. Cutting off a few of the tree limbs would help a lot in allowing more sun areas. IMPROVEMENT: The pool house is great, comfortable and a great addition for large groups, but smells musty and we had to buy air fresheners. Not sure what can be done but was noticeable and hard to overlook. Also, the pool house needs a mirror in the main room as there is only one bathroom and it makes it very difficult to get ready when no mirrors anywhere else. Small items, but as they say, details matter. We had a few problems with the air conditioner which was out for four days in two of the rooms, and issues with the TV's(just need to add a sheet of instructions). VHKW was very responsive to all our problems no complaints there as things always break, need repair etc. They did what needed to be done to help solve our problems. Overall, I recommend this house for location, cleanliness and location we were a group of 50 year old women, and while the house could use some updates, it served us perfectly for the week we stayed.
"We love the Caroline House. It was very charming and the location was absolutely perfect. VHKW did a great job. We would rent again for sure.
"House and location of the house is wonderful. We had our entire family there and were very comfortable. Only knock we had the whole time was that we had no tv service. Comcast I know is the one that dropped the ball so I have a hard time holding that against VHKW. I would stay at this house again everytime I visit Key West if we have several people going.
"The Caroline House was wonderful. I am extremely particular when renting vacation homes verses staying in luxury hotels and this property met my expectations. Perfect location, spacious for our group, and appropriately decorated for a high end property.
"Absolutely amazing ! We couldn't of asked for a better place to stay ! You are right in the heart of everything -walking distance to anywhere you need to go . Property was gorgeous and super clean
"The house was much nicer than we expected. We were pleasantly surprised. All the information was accurate and it was a fabulous location.
"We loved our stay at this house. The historic feel along with modern amenities fit our personality and needs perfectly. Then you add the proximity to the attractions that we frequent most often while in Key West and the result is that we will definitely be looking to stay in this house again in the future.
"Very easy to deal with and the house was amazing. Hope to be back.
"We have a friend group that travels yearly to Key West for a men's getaway. We have rented various homes over the last 8 years and they have been ok. The Caroline House was absolutely perfect for the 10 of us. The house and guest house are set up masterfully. We had plenty of room and it was very comfortable. The fenced outdoor area had a heated pool with a jacuzzi and a large seating area perfect to enjoy meals. The best part of all was the convenience. Make your reservation, check in online, receive a key code (in the packet available online after check in), arrive and begin your vacation. No check in lines, you simply enter your code, walk into the house and unpack. There was no need to contact maintenance as everything was in fine working order. It was just as easy to check out as it was to check in. Overall a great place to stay. Thank you VHKW, we will definitely be back next year.
"My family and I stayed in the Caroline House for a week, and we were very pleased! We are a group of 13 - ranging from grandparents to newborns, and everyone was satisfied. Even my 5 year old niece, who has extreme allergies and asthma and usually needs multiple breathing treatments when traveling, did not have one issue. The house must be maintained extremely well and kept very clean for her to not need any breathing treatments during our stay! Our only minor complaint - there is just about zero sun in the backyard during the day. We booked a home with a pool specifically because many of us planned to just relax by the pool for the week - however due to extreme shading by the trees, there was only one tiny corner that got any sun during the day. I understand this really can't be helped - unless someone tree trimming would do the trick? Aside from the lack of sunshine, our stay was just about perfect otherwise.
"This is my 3rd time staying at this house and we always enjoy it. It is perfect for large groups or family gatherings.
"Tremendously enjoyable time staying at The Caroline House. The home provided our extended family the opportunity to spend quality time with each other every day during our stay. There was also enough space for everyone to have privacy, yet feel comfortable and relaxed. The pool shrouded in native vegetation made us forget we were staying in the city. The convenience to all of the amenities - both the marinas and the Duval St. atmosphere was a privilege. VHKW did a great job for us before, during and after our stay - Thank you !
"We had an excellent stay! The house is well appointed and very pretty. Despite some issues with the blow up beds, the maintenance people addressed it satisfactorially. Thank you.
"Great home for a group to enjoy. All the little details and needs are considered and the house is stocked ! Great location with access to Duval .
"We had a wonderful vacation in Florida, and thoroughly enjoyed our stay at vacation homes of key west. Our accommodations were 5 star quality, and all of our questions were answered immediately. The beautiful home, and pool area were very comfortable, and very organized. Our reservations, and stay were very professionally managed. We loved each room, and everyone had a favorite spot to relax. The pool and hot tub were very comfortable, and we enjoyed our time on the patio. Thank you for making our vacation a trip we will always remember.
"The Caroline Estate was perfect for our extended stay in January. Great location, great pool and hot tub, and plenty of room. All our guests said great things about the main house and cottage accommodations. Best of all the weather cooperated! We plan to return to this property.
"Awesome house and location. Some dated pool and television equipment caused us to call for assistance several times, but they came within a reasonable time. Parking is tight for 2 large cars. Otherwise, it was incredible (CAROLINE HOUSE) and we WILL be back!
"House was great. People responded pretty quickly to a leak in the attic. Other than one afternoon / evening of leak and repair there were no interruptions. Pool and courtyard were great as was location.
"A pleasure to work with. House was fantastic!
"Always helpful and professional.
"Awesome property, lovely amenities and great location! Paige was awesome through the rental processes.
"Caroline House was absolutely amazing. We loved the cottage adjacent to the main house. Had a wedding rehearsal dinner with 15+ adults. There was plenty of space in kitchen to accommodate all the cooking requirements. Pool and spa combo was great for the kids. Location was perfect for all your needs. Would definitely stay again.
"Once again, a great experience, both with the Caroline House and the staff at VHKW. We'll be back next year. Thank you.
"Loved the house. It was so great having my family together for the holiday we had plenty of room. My young adult grandchildren enjoyed having the cottage to themselves and being so close to the night life of Duval st. Weather was beautiful.
"I've spoken with Paige at VHKW who has been extremely courteous and professional even with the situation Hurricane Irma created. She found a solution for our groups problems. I would recommend this agency to anyone and will not hesitate to use in the future.
"We had an awesome time at The Caroline House during our stay. The house was perfect, and the location to Duval St. and other attractions was great. We hope Hurricane Irma didn't do too much damage to this beautiful house.
"The Caroline House is our favorite home to rent in Key West. After 35 years of traveling for lobster season, we are always thrilled to get it if it is available. While we had a couple of issues like the air in the guest house not working when we arrived, VHKW had someone out on a Sunday within 35 minutes. Serious Service! Will rent again!
"Great house, very well equipped kitchen which you never see with rentals. Really think a midweek trash pickup should be arranged when there is a large party. Thanks
* This property may not be available for the dates above due to other inquires and pending reservation.


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More than 1,000 children a month are being injured on local roads around British schools, according to figures.
As many as 37% of local school areas had at least one child casualty each year from 2006 to 2011, the statistics from Axa Car Insurance and research body Road Safety Analysis showed.
In this six-year period, there were 85,814 child casualties on roads in a 500-metre radius around British schools, the equivalent of 1,190 a month. In addition, 20% of schools reported no child casualties in the period 2006-11.
The figures also showed that there were 557,200 vehicle collisions around schools in the period 2006 to 2011, the equivalent of six collisions per school per year on average. These collisions included any incident reported to police involving any vehicle on a local road. Some of these collisions did not result in injuries.
Top area for collisions in the six-year period was London, which accounted for 13% of the child casualties nationally and 22% of collisions overall.
Looking at cities with more than 100 schools, excluding London, the figures showed that from 2006 to 2011 Liverpool had the highest number of road injuries (deaths, serious injuries and slight injuries) around schools, followed by Nottingham, Manchester, Birmingham and Leicester.
Again excluding London, the city area with the most number of serious incidents (deaths and serious injuries) was Nottingham, followed by Liverpool, Birmingham, Sheffield and Manchester.
Taking all collisions, including non-injury ones, into account, the school area with the most was Nottingham, followed by Manchester, Liverpool and Leicester. The area with the most child injuries was Manchester, followed by Liverpool, Bradford and Oldham. Among the lowest child casualty areas were Swansea and Cardiff.
Axa and Road Safety Analysis have now launched the local road safety index, showing which areas have the best safety records. The figures include collisions during school holidays and the child casualty numbers do not necessarily refer to pupils at that particular school.
Road safety minister Stephen Hammond said: "Road deaths are at a record low and child casualties have fallen considerably in recent years but I am determined to make our roads even safer. That is why we are improving road safety education resources for schools, making it easier for councils to put in place 20mph zones on their roads and are increasing fixed penalties for offences such as driving while using a mobile phone from £60 to £100. By combining education, enforcement and engineering measures such as these we will continue to reduce deaths and injuries on our roads."


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Amazon's newest version of its Echo smart home device boasts a built-in video camera that can analyse your outfits and provide fashion recommendations.
That's a big step towards a lifestyle of the future.
But it also creates some important privacy issues that are worth keeping in mind if you're considering buying the $US199 Amazon Echo Look.
As with any connected device, and particularly an internet connected camera, there are valid concerns about privacy: Is the device always listening? Who can see the photos and videos it takes?
The most important thing to know is that the Echo Look does have an on/off switch. If you don't want the device watching or listening to you, you can turn the camera and microphone off by pressing a button on the side of the device.
That's nice. But hackers have a long history of using malicious tools to hijack PC webcams, allowing them to surreptitiously spy on people. Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg himself covers his laptop's camera with tape, as does FBI Director James Comey.
And when it comes to internet-connected devices like webcams, it can be tricky to secure them properly, if at all.
The Echo is different, Amazon says, because it uses the retailer's own time-tested security systems to protect your privacy. That means it's backed by the same security Amazon uses to protect its own services, which ideally protects it against the vast majority of hackers.
Of course, nothing is bulletproof.
Turn on the blue light
When the Echo Look is turned on, Amazon says it can only detect a special "wake" word, which means it's not always listening to you. When the devices hears the wake word, a light ring on the Echo Look will turn blue so you know it's saving audio to the AWS cloud, an Amazon spokeswoman told Business Insider.
Which brings us to the photos, videos, and audio the Echo Look is capturing when it's on — and this is a bit more complicated than an on/off switch.
The Echo Look has an accompanying app will save all your outfit photos locally rather than clogging up your camera roll.
But be advised that the photos are also stored in the AWS cloud until you manually delete them, an Amazon spokesperson told Motherboard. This means that every time you say, "Alexa, take a photo," that image is immediately saved to Amazon's cloud until you go in and delete it yourself.
It's worth noting that storing images in the cloud is something that services like Google Photos, Dropbox, and iCloud already do. By uploading your images to Google Photos, for example, you're allowing Google to use machine learning to create customised albums and GIFs of your content.
Just remember that the photos and video that get captured while you're in your bedroom could contain more private information, whether in the foreground or background, than the photos that you expressly capture with your phone while you're out and about.
Amazon did not comment as to whether it has any future plans to use the photos and videos you capture with the Echo Look on its other platforms, like tailoring your shopping suggestions on Amazon.com. But since Amazon is making a commitment to growing its fashion business, it's not hard to speculate how the Echo Look could be used to expand its current offerings.
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Hello, I am Steve Towers,
and I would personally like to welcome you.
Change must improve your well being to succeed. And that's what I am about.
Helping to deliver change that improves lives - personal, lifestyle and business.
As Founder and Executive Vice President of the BPG, I have extensive experience in consultation, design and delivery of large scale programs over my 27 years with the BPG. I believe because of my genuine personable approach, I am not only a trusted advisor but also a valued partner to my clients; I work seamlessly to ensure BPG's solutions are aligned to clients needs and desired outcomes. As a result, I am privileged to work with and be retained by the world's leading companies who measure improvement through shareholder value, reduced costs, enhanced customer service and revenue growth.
In my personal development practice I coach, mentor and help to improve the lives of individuals, families and teams. My opinions and work have appeared on TV, radio and global publications. I have authored eight best selling books and appear frequently at large international conferences as a keynote, chair and workshop leader.
The BP Group, a not for profit business club established in 1992, works in association with 20+ global partners to deliver coaching, training and consultancy from the lunch room to the board room. I am happiest seeing transformation work in improving the lives of our clients and am constantly inspired by individual genius, team melding and success, and indeed helping to create companies that make the world a better place.
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Steve Towers, business entrepreneur has founded more than a dozen companies and associations including a number of global firsts:
Steve Towers, business entrepreneur has founded more than a dozen companies and associations including a number of global firsts:
- invented the phrase Business Process Management (BPM) during a series of workshops and lectures in 1993/94
(source: An Executives Guide to Business Process Reengineering)
- Established the world's first global BPM community in 1992
(www.bpgroup.org) which has over 110,000 members. Join here.
- Created, launched and delivered the world's first BPM Training course in 1996
- Steve Towers co-created the world's first Advanced BPM Method - '8 Omega' in 2004
- Steve Towers & Peter Fingar co-authored 'In Search of BPM Excellence' (2005) bringing together the leading writers and thinkers with the then current understanding of BPM
- Steve Towers researched and encapsulated Advanced BPM and the customer age then co-authored a book with these findings in 2006 'Customer Expectation Management - Success without Exception' (2006)
- Authored the 'manifesto for business transformation (Amazon)' book 'Outside-In, the secret of the 21st centuries leading companies' (2010)
- The subsequent output 'Customer Experience Management Method (CEMMethod™)' is the means by which several of the world's leading companies achieve their ongoing success. CEMMethod™ is now at version 11 (eleven).
- Steve Received the 'Lifetime Achievement Award' at Gartner's San Diego Conference in February 2007.
- Received the 'Enterprise Architecture Hall of Fame Award' at iCMG's Bangalore Conference in 2011.
http://live.icmgworld.com/architectureawards/2015/index.php/winners/winners-2011 and
also https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S9S_Ci56bCo
- Awarded Community Contributor of 2018 at the OPEX Week conference in Florida in 2018 https://youtu.be/hLPjYbPPRKA
- Acknowledged World Top 30 Customer Service Professionals for 2019 https://lnkd.in/d7mxgWT
- Acknowledged Worlds Top 30 Global Gurus for 2020 https://globalgurus.org/customer-service-gurus-30/
- As part of the evolution of BPM and CX Steve co-developed the CEMMethod™ to encompass leading change approaches such as Customer Experience Management, Lean Six Sigma, Business Process Management, Agile and BPR.
- Steve Towers has published many books, appeared on TV and Radio and supports the development of approaches for progressing Enterprises towards customer-centric operations and practice.
- As a leading proponent of Customer Experience Management published best sellers 'Outside-In The Secret', 'The Process Tactics Playbook' and contributed to 'Foundations for Customer Centricity' with business partner James Dodkins.
- Steve's latest (2020) co-authored book Dare! is a new official Amazon 'best seller' featuring the successful transformation story of the worlds largest Utility company - see the book here.
- Steve co-Manages the world's largest Lean Six Sigma Group on LinkedIn (600K members at time of writing).
He also Directs and manages 20+ progressive LinkedIn groups towards improving business performance through customer centric thinking.
- Steve Towers is active in advancing Process Management thinking and the Customer cause through social and business networks, and sits as an executive advisor on several company boards, including non profits and charitable enterprises.
- Steve Towers frequently chairs and keynotes the major conferences on the theme of Business Transformation & Customer Experience.
You can see the recent and upcoming at http://www.stevetowers.com/speaking.html
- Read some of the recent ADVANCE PRAISE here
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As 2016 winds down and New Year's festivities are getting underway, I thought I would share a little annual Copic maintenance I usually do during slower times of the year (or whenever I get the chance!). And that is refilling my Copic markers.
My personal favorite and quickest-for-me way to refill markers (because most of the time I refill whenever I run across a too dry marker while I'm coloring) is the Drip & Dab method (detailed fully below). If you look closely at a top view of the chisel end of the marker, you will see a small gap on each side of the nib. I add drops of the refill to the side of the nib and ink is drawn down into the marker.
To show the process, I put together a quick video since it's a question I am asked a lot.
(Caution: This was my first video attempt, so I appreciate your patience during my learning process! It is intentionally slow, so you can see my full process, which really doesn't take that long when you get going at a normal pace! It probably only takes about half the time of this video to refill a marker. I hope it is somewhat helpful ) . . .
Always remove the chisel end, never the brush, to refill a marker as brush nibs are easily damaged when removed.
A Copic Nib Tweezer is inexpensive and makes pulling nibs super easy, plus it will keep your fingers clean.
Here's a little bit more about Copic Various Ink Refills:
Copic Various Ink Refills are available in all 358 Coic colors, and are compatible with all marker styles. Empty ink bottles are available for mixing custom colors. Depending on the marker style you are using, you can refill a marker a number of times with one bottle of Various Ink Refill. Here's the breakdown:
I personally use mostly Copic Sketch Markers; so I would get 12 refills out of one refill bottle for one of my markers! So that one bottle of Various Ink Refill will probably last me about 12 years (on average) for my personal coloring style/use . . . that's a great value in my book, friends!
The graphic below explains both my personal favorite Drip and Dab method, and also the method using Copic's Refill Booster:
How do you know when your marker is dry?
- If your marker, especially the Medium Broad/Chisel tip, is not coloring solidly, it is probably dry.
- If your Super Brush nib is not blending well or if it is streaking, it may be dry.
- If your marker is noisy, or sometimes squeaky, and just louder than usual as you move it across your paper -- it may be starting to get dry.
- If the Super Brush tip is a lighter color than the rest of the Super Brush after you color for a couple of minutes, chances are you need to re-ink that marker!
Not everyone refills their markers the same way, so this month the Copic teaching and design team have posted how each of them refill their markers and you can check them out here. I'm sure you'll find a method that's just right for you!
Cindy Lawrence
Michele Boyer
Debbie Olson
Michelle Houghton
Lori Craig
Thanks so much for joining me today and I hope you have a fabulous New Year's!


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Statistics: Minneapolis-St. Paul literally pot of gold at end of rainbow
There are who consistently cast the Twin Cities metro area as an economic burden, home to economically naïve fantasists who will someday need to grow up, but until then must be saved from themselves.
To them, the people who live and work here would like to politely, most Minnesotan-ly, ask you to please just leave the Twin Cities alone. At least for the rest of the morning. Almost all of us are trying to get ready for work.
The Twin Cities is tied for the lowest unemployment rate of any large metropolitan area in new numbers released by the United State Bureau of Labor Statistics. The statistics cover some 1.9 million people in Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington's "civilian labor force," of whom, only 2.3 percent were out of work in October. That ties Minneapolis with Nashville for the lowest urban unemployment rate among 51 metropolitan areas with more than one million people.
The Twin Cities' working-age population figure and unemployment rate are down from the previous month. In September, the local labor force was 2.07 million, and 2.8 percent of them unemployed, suggesting both numbers are pretty fluid. (Did you guys notice 17,000 people leaving town? Neither did we, but then, we've been very busy.)
Year-over-year, the Twin Cities has shaved roughly a full point off its already-pretty-low unemployment; in September-October 2016, the metro had non-workin' rates of 3.5 percent and 3.3 percent.
That fits with a national trend, as unemployment decreeased in 47 out of the 51 big-city metro areas, and rose in only four. The Cleveland-Elyria area registered the highest rate in October, at 5.2 percent, with the inaptly named Las Vegas-Hendersonville-Paradise metro right behind it at 5.1 percent.
Among all metropolitan areas great and small, Ames, Iowa (home to Iowa State University and... George Washington Carver, apparently?) had a positively miniscule 1.4 percent unemployment figure for October.
Among Minnesota cities, all have seen decreases in unemployment since this time last year. Mankato-North Mankato's doing best, with a downright Ames-ian 1.8 percent unemployment (down from 2.7 perent in October 2016), followed by Rochester's (2.1 percent, down from 2.9 percent), St. Cloud (2.3 percent, down from 3.3 percent), and Duluth, which grew its civilian labor force by a few thousand people and shrunk its unemployment from 4.8 percent in fall 2016 to 3.1 percent now. (Attacity, Duluth!)
Combined, the city areas of Minnesota have a 2.4 percent unemployment rate (down a full percentage point from 2016's 3.4 percent) among a labor force of 3,058,874, an increase of more than 50,000 folks from the year before.
City Pages apologizes for this brief moment of positivity. To return to the bad news, we encourage you to click literally anywhere else on the internet.
- Minneapolis named a 'top 10 place to visit' in 2018... in the entire WORLD
- Foreigners: Minneapolis has the fastest 4G service in America
- Congratulations, Minneapolis, you're the new proud owners of... something
- You'll never guess which state boasts 7 of the 10 drunkest U.S. cities
- 'Twin Cities police easily startled' sign is now a T-shirt
- There are seven 'million-dollar zip codes' in the Twin Cities
- Minneapolis-St. Paul ties for 'cleanest' city, as voted by people who live there
- 'Study': Minneapolis is the worst city in Minnesota
- My friends' controversial Twin Cities takes, ranked
- Former Staples city council member trashes Minneapolis, threatens to skin a man alive


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History in the Making
Technically, Virginia is located in the South. Visit in the summer and you would probably agree, with it's humid days and warm evenings. Visit in the winter, however, and you'll be dodging snowplows on the street and snowboarders on the slopes. This is the awesome seasonal duality of Virginia. Its also a state steeped in history, but filled with forward looking people looking to change the future. Parts of Virginia are a subway ride away from bustling cityscape of the nation's capital, other parts are a short drive into the Pennsylvania countryside where you can tour Amish farms and experience complete quiet.
The oldest tavern in Virginia was founded in 1779.
Virginia is For Lovers (so says their license plate)
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The capital city of Richmond is the 4th biggest in Virginia, which is amazing considering how big it feels. Home to the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts and the Historical Society, there is a lot of history to see - but a lively nightlife means you'll have plenty to look forward to.
Arlington is located right across the river from Washington, D.C. Home to famous memorials such as the Pentagon memorial and Arlington National Cemetery - it also has the beautiful Theodore Roosevelt park located on an island in the middle of the Potomac.
Three guesses on what the best part of Virginia Beach is. Along with it's expansive beachfront, there is a 3-mile long boardwalk and the Virginia Aqaurium & Marine Science Center.
Located in the Blue Mountains, Roanoke is the commercial and cultural hub of southwest Virginia. It's also an outdoor lover's dream, with nearby hiking, mountain biking, canoeing, fly-fishing, and other outdoor pursuits.
Virginia Schools Jobs
Do you see yourself living an East Coast lifestyle? Strolls on the Virginia Beach boardwalk, or taking the subway into Washington D.C. to stroll by the White House? Check out some of our travel therapy jobs in Virginia, then contact a recruiter and pack your bags!


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Monthly Archives: May 2013
LOOK WHO USES A FEATHER BANNER – The Hon. Leon Bignell MP, ALP Member for Mawson
The Hon. Leon Bignell, MP for Mawson SA, features his feather banner at all his outdoor meet-and-greet sessions, and is so happy, he sent us this photograph to prove it.
"The OzFeather is still going well after 4-5 years, thanks very much…" the Minister for Tourism / Minister for Recreation and Sport recently wrote via Facebook.
"They're perfect for street corner meetings."
So, why do feather banners rate strongly when visibility matters? Because BEING SEEN is the key.
Do you want to be hidden by parked vehicles or passing buses & trucks? No, of course not!
Did you know that the height of trucks is often around 4 metres? If they drive past regularly, any smaller teardrop or flag banners are constantly being obscured.
Are you paying for advertising that isn't being seen?
Can your customers REALLY see you (and especially when driving past)?
Are you bold, bright, and vivacious?!!?
OzFeathers' banner nylon is so bright, the colours are visible at over 400 metres away. That's much further than just across the street… that's half way down the road!
Why not join in the current debate on "which design will suit this country-located Library?" https://www.facebook.com/ozfeathers
If your customers regularly tell you, "I didn't know you were here!" then your current visual advertising is letting you down, and possibly LOSING business for you.
Remember the words of John Wanamaker: "Half the money I spend on advertising is wasted; the trouble is I don't know which half."
WHERE DO FEATHER BANNERS GO TO DIE?… and other interesting questions.
Why should they die when you only bought them 6 months ago?!
Perhaps the weather conditions are extreme. Maybe the fabric isn't intended for harsh winds. Or, could it be… your flag banners are the INDOOR variety?
True. Some fabrics aren't strong enough to withstand months and years of outdoor use.
If teardrop or sail banners are NOT made from 200 denier SolarMax, then treat them with kid gloves, or they will wear out quite quickly.
Because OzFeathers' feather banners are made using SolarMax flag nylon, your next question might be…
FLAG REPAIRS? – easy peasy.
Just mail your SolarMax banners back and we'll "operate" on them pronto. If they're beyond repair (not everything lasts forever) we'll offer free advice.
FREE Repair Service in the first 12 months!
Here's an example of a severely damaged flag banner which required major surgery, but we swiftly had the patient returned to full-time work in less than 48 hours.
Why not let us do all the hard work for you – this is our specialty from over 40 years' experience in marketing and advertising.
Or, if you have design flair yourselves, consider these…
- OzFeathers' flag nylon colours (outside in sunlight) are truly bolder & brighter than on a computer screen.
- Colours from the "Cool" side of the colour wheel are more resilient than "Hot" colours.
- Check other colours in & around your location then look for contrasts.
- Keep It Simple, Stupid – sorry, that's the ad man's mantra, the K.I.S.S. principle
- What message should you use? – again, think K.I.S.S. A single bold message has stronger impact than a detailed story.
Still unsure?
Just tell us your favourite colours, what services or products you offer and we'll do the rest.
If you now have other questions about flags, feathers or banners in general, time to check out our FAQ page.
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Are you confused by the many names? What exactly is a teardrop banner, flag banner, sail flag, feather banner, Bali flag, bowhead banner, blade banner, kite flag?
Each style has a unique function, and while many are often imported from Asia then cheaply printed in Australia, knowing the key differences can SAVE lots of money and frustration.
Teardrop banner, sail flag, bowhead, and blade banners can often be FLAT, held taut against the wind, and aimed at containing a lot of fine-print information. Perfect for indoors alongside a display stand at a Trade Show. Printed on polyester. Not ideal for heavy-weather conditions. Best for short burst promotions.
Flag banner, feather banner, Bali flag, kite flags work as they suggest – like flags, to cause active movement in the wind, to flap and wave with an inviting motion. This requires WIND, so use this style outdoors where the wind is free.
There's also indoor fabric and outdoor fabric.
Polyester (indoor) versus flag / nylon polymer (outdoor)
Where thinner polyester fabric is used in windy conditions the fabric threads quickly break down and lifespan is greatly reduced. This won't be a problem if the promotion / marketing time frame is a few weeks to a few months.
(Bali flags are exactly as they suggest – used in tropical Bali and traditionally made from highly-degradable, cheaper cotton. Replace these often as cotton does not cope well in Australian conditions.)
Flag nylon / "SolarMax" has long been preferred for extended-life outdoor usage, as the fabric is four times thicker, and is pre-treated during milling to specifically withstand serious wind, UV-rays and rain.
Digital printing versus full-sewn applique
Drawing polyester fabric through a print machine is a relatively swift process. Inks are drawn through the material to the reverse side, and SOME loss of colour density (paler) may be detected (example below left). Printers overcome this lack of penetration by using thinner material which allows designs to be visible through the cloth on the reverse side. However, thin fabrics don't have long lives as flags or waving banners.
Flag nylon threads are pre-dyed BEFORE being cut and then sewn in full-applique method, so colour concentration is guaranteed 100% from BOTH sides (example above right). Sewing all the components of the design together also offers a deeper colour mix, and messages are highly visible at greater distances.
OzFeathers ONLY use heavier-duty flag nylon specifically for the 100% brightness of colour plus toughness of construction for longer periods. Appliquéing with SolarMax fabric also allows for regular maintenance – including being washable on Gentle Cycle in the washing machine to keep colours bright and fresh.
If lots of detail with indoor or short lifespan usage is best-suited to your needs, then printed teardrop banners, sail flag, bowhead and blade can be a quick solution.
However, when your ultimate aim is for DAILY hard work, in all-weather conditions, and to get your business NOTICED (not missed) by using vivid colour and movement, then only feather banners from flag nylon can achieve these aims.
We'd be happy to share examples of our many test pieces (the proof really is in the pudding!), simply email we'll confidently answer all your questions.
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Cacti Pattern Illustrated Pocket Notebook - A6
A beautiul cacti print pocket notebook, featuring watercolour illustrations. It's A6 size, so it's perfect to pop in your bag for notes on the go!
The perfect notebook for a cacti lover. The pattern on the cover is made from watercolour illustrations of cacti and a grid pattern by illustrator Eleanor longhurst.
This patterned A6 notebook has a printed 300gsm white recycled paper cover, with the same design on the back and inside, with 48 recycled pages inside.
The front cover features a box with three lines for you to personalise with your name or whatever text you wish! Inspired by nostalgic school exercise books. The inside page features a cute 'this book belongs to' box for you to personalise.
Notebooks are supplied in a cellophane bag, making them ready to give as a gift, and sent in a hardback envelope.
This notebook is available with either lined, squared, plain or dotted recycled inner papers. Please select which paper type you desire from the drop down menu.
Dotted paper features a faint grey dot spaced evenly, to create a line. Both square and lined papers are faint too, so as not to distract from your writing! Each paper type is perfect for your notes or doodles!
A6 size, H14.8cm x W10.5cm
Photographs by Abigail Oliver Photography
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Items are sent using Royal Mail international priority. It takes approximately 5 working days. All items are sent without a tracking number, if you would like to purchase tracked shipping, please get in touch before you place your order.
USA / CANADA / AUSTRALIA AND REST OF THE WORLDItems are sent using Royal Mail international priority. It takes approximately 7 working days. All items are sent without a tracking number, if you would like to purchase tracked shipping, please get in touch before you place your order.
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If you're not happy with your purchase, please get in touch at the earliest opportunity here and quote your order number. Items must be returned in a sellable condition (unless faulty) please contact me about your order before returning an item. Return postage must be paid, unless items are faulty.
Each item features hand painted watercolour or gouache illustrations, I then edit them digitally and turn them into a range of different products. Some of which I make in house, others I outsource to a range of British printing companies. The paper and envelopes I use are FSC certified and recycled wherever possible.


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Montreal man accused of two axe murders says he wants to plead guilty
Police have arrested Claude Charbonneau in Trois Rivieres in connection with two killings in Montreal. photo: Montreal police
MONTREAL -- A man charged with committing two murders in Montreal -- both carried out with an axe, according to the prosecution -- wants to plead guilty.
Claude Charbonneau, 61, is accused of killing his landlord, 80-year-old Theodros Debeyiotis, and superintendant Pierre Phaneuf in early august. He is facing two counts of first-degree murder.
At a court appearance on Thursday, Charbonneau, who spent most of his adult life in prison, said he wants to plead guilty immediately even though the law prevents him from doing so before the formal opening of his trial.
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Autism: An Inside-Out Approach
An Innovative Look at the 'Mechanics' of 'Autism' and its Developmental 'Cousins'
Donna WilliamsThis book, written by an autistic person for people with autism and related disorders, carers, and the professionals who work with them, is a practical handbook to understanding, living with and working with autism. It shows clearly how the behaviours associated with autism can have a range of different causes. Learn More1996, 336pp
Anorexics on Anorexia
Edited by Rosemary ShelleyRecovering sufferers of Anorexia Nervosa describe in their own words their personal experiences of this illness, providing not only support for fellow sufferers but also invaluable insights for the families of sufferers and for carers and professionals. Learn More1997, 160pp
Through the Eyes of Aliens
A Book about Autistic People
Jasmine Lee O'NeillThis is a positive description of how it feels to be autistic and how friends, family and professionals can be more sensitive to the needs of autistic people. Lee O'Neill perceives the imagination and keenly-felt sensory world of the autistic person as gifts. She challenges the reader to accept their difference and celebrate their uniqueness. Learn More1998, Paperback / softback, 9.17in x 6.22in / 233mm x 158mm, 144pp, AU$39.99ISBN: 978-1-85302-710-91998, Ebook, ePUB, 144pp, AU$39.99ISBN: 978-0-85700-098-9
Like Colour to the Blind
Soul Searching and Soul Finding
Donna WilliamsIn Donna's relationship with Ian, a man with difficulties related to her own, we watch the two of them break through their rock-solid emotional barriers and dare to defy all the rules imposed by the autistic condition of 'exposure anxiety'. Their struggle is told with Donna's characteristic humour, insight and sense of fragility. Learn More1998, 240pp
Somebody Somewhere
Breaking Free from the World of Autism
Donna WilliamsThis book takes us deeper into Williams' journey. She recounts the funny, sometimes harrowing awakenings arising from sessions with a cognitive psychologist. We travel with her in her breakthroughs in working with autistic children and adults like her, as she finally finds a way of 'simply being' among others, without selling out who she really is. Learn More1998, 208pp
Nobody Nowhere
The Remarkable Autobiography of an Autistic Girl
Donna WilliamsNobody Nowhere is an account of the soul of someone who lived the word 'autism' and survived in an unsympathetic environment despite intense inner chaos and incomprehension. It describes how, against the odds, Donna came to live independently, achieve a place at university, and write this remarkable autobiography. Learn More1998, Paperback / softback, 9.21in x 6.14in / 234mm x 156mm, 192pp, AU$33.99ISBN: 978-1-85302-718-52009, Ebook, PDF, 192pp, AU$33.99ISBN: 978-0-85700-579-3
Discovering My Autism
Apologia Pro Vita Sua (With Apologies to Cardinal Newman)
Edgar SchneiderEdgar Schneider is believed to be a high-functioning autistic with attention deficit disorder. In this book he reflects on his experiences and memories of his childhood and teenage years as a clever and artistic loner. He explains how in order to experience 'emotions' such as grief, sympathy or desire, he must intellectualise or aestheticise them. Learn More1999, 144pp
Lifemaps of People with Learning Disabilities
Barry Gray and Geoff RiddenThis book contains 14 biographies written by people of all ages who have a learning disability. The authors discuss how these stories might be representative of other people with learning disabilities and what key themes may be identified from the stories. The pictorial form is accessible to people with learning disabilities. Learn More1999, 144pp
Life Behind Glass
A Personal Account of Autism Spectrum Disorder
Wendy LawsonWendy Lawson has an autism spectrum disorder. She is now a mother of four with two university degrees; she is a social worker and adult educator, and operates her own business. She is also a poet and a writer, sharing her understanding of autism with others to help 'build a bridge…from my world to theirs'. Life Behind Glass is part of that bridge. Learn More2000, 128pp
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A Parent's Guide for Professionals
Mike StantonIntended for the professionals who work with autistic people and their families and friends, Learning to Live with High Functioning Autism draws on the Stanton family's experience, and compares it with the experiences of others, to offer an honest portrayal of what living with autism is actually like for all of those involved. Learn More2000, Paperback / softback, 8.43in x 5.35in / 214mm x 136mm, 128pp, AU$36.99ISBN: 978-1-85302-915-82000, Ebook, ePUB, 128pp, AU$36.99ISBN: 978-1-84642-199-0


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Tea industry getting into crisis modeFriday, July 18, 2014 l Source: PTI
Tea Industry in Southern parts of India has expressed concern about the declining prices of tea, saying industry was getting into a crisis mode once again due to lower price realisation and skyrocketing cost of production. Despite a short fall of 22 million KG in all India production, prices in South India during the calendar year 2014, have dipped by Rs 14, vis-a-vis 2013, Peter Mathias, President, United Planters Association of Southern India, said today.
Mathias wondered why the general economics principle of supply and demand was not working out for tea.While there has been considerable reduction in the prices at the auction, prices of packet tea sold to consumers have not changed, he said. If the trend continued, it will be difficult for many of the estates even to pay the wages and other benefits, on time, he lamented.
Mathias also expressed shock on the reported demand by tea dealers association to relax the import norms of tea to allow import of large quantity of tea.The production has been growing at an average of more than four per cent over the last five years and there is absolutely no shortage of tea in India, he claimed.
UPASI wanted to further strengthen the Tea Distribution and Export Control Order, to ensure that even in the case of imports for re-exporters, only teas of high quality which meets all the stipulations of FSSAI as applicable to domestic producers are allowed, Mathias said.


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Life Groups are small groups that meet on a regular basis (usually once a week) with the purpose of sharing their lives around the Word of God, facilitating and promoting spiritual growth and discipleship. Life Groups are a great opportunity for fellow believers to meet during the week and encourage each other in their spiritual journey, with a focus on sharing and prayer, Bible study, and outreach.
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Greens Lose Bid to Halt |Sea Walls on Ga. Coast
WASHINGTON, D.C. (CN) – Environmental groups lack standing to halt construction of 17,500 bulkheads and sea walls on 275 acres of Georgia coastline, a federal judge ruled.
The groups sought to have the permits revoked for the project in the Ogeechee River and Savannah River basins, which the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in 2012.
"Coastal Georgia is … home to numerous endangered and threatened species that may be affected by NWP 13 projects – including wood stork, piping plover, shortnose sturgeon, and West Indian Manatee," said the complaint filed in October 2014 by the National Wildlife Federation, Ogeechee Riverkeeper, and Savannah Riverkeeper.
"Five species of threatened and endangered sea turtles occur in Georgia's coastal waters, including loggerhead sea turtles, leatherback sea turtles, green sea turtles, Kemp's ridley sea turtles, and Hawksbill sea turtles," the groups added.
But on march 14, U.S. District Judge John Bates held that the Corps of Engineers acted appropriately in approving the permits for the work.
"General permits may be promulgated by the Corps for a category of action when that activity will cause only minimal adverse environmental effects on both an individual and cumulative level," Bates wrote in the 14-page opinion.
Further, the court ruled, the groups' lawsuit would not right any wrongs caused by the bulkheads. "Even if [the permit] were vacated and/or the court were to remand to the Corps to conduct a further environmental analysis, the harm to plaintiffs' concrete interest in the natural beauty of the Georgia coast … could not be redressed," Bates wrote.
The environmentalists claimed the proposed bulkhead and sea walls would cause "significant environmental damage" and violate several federal environmental and administrative regulations.
The Clean Water Act, for example, generally forbids the construction of bulkheads because they typically involve dredging and filling of materials into U.S. waters.
The environmental groups said the bulkheads will harm several endangered or threatened species, particularly those in the salt marsh-rich Georgia coastline. Among the species are the wood stork, West Indian manatee, and green sea turtles.
"Bank stabilization projects built along streams, rivers, lakes, and coastal waters have significant cumulative effects," the groups' complaint stated. "Scientific evidence shows that the 'hardening' of natural shorelines causes, among other things, further erosion, the degradation of stream bottoms, and the loss of important shoreline habitat."
In issuing nationwide permit 13, which was granted alongside 50 other nationwide general permits, the Corps never adequately evaluated the environmental impact and looked only at the impact on human environment, the groups claimed.
The environmental groups also cited concerns of the Environmental Protection Agency and other regulators that the new sea walls would cause erosion
But the District Court failed to find any standing for the groups, ruling that none of their members were injured due to the permit.
The court admitted one of the members, who kayaked in the Savannah River basin, might have been harmed by the "unsightly appearance" of the bulkheads; however, that woman admitted she often avoids areas where bulkheads exist.
"Plaintiffs have not stated an imminent concrete injury threatened by future NWP 13 projects," Bates wrote.
"Because the conservation groups cannot show that their only injury – caused by bulkheads that existed when their complaint was filed-will be redressed by the injunctive and declaratory relief sought, their substantial injury will not support standing," he wrote.
Sea walls are controversial among environmental groups due to the potential for disruption of natural habitats.
On Tuesday, in an unrelated case, the New Jersey Sierra Club issued a statement Gov. Chris Christie over a new steel sea wall built in 2014 to protect the Jersey Shore against future hurricanes and upper storms.
Homeowners along the shore sued the state after claiming a 10- to 12-foot drop-off on the beach.
"Sea walls do not work and only cause more flooding and erosion," club president Jeff Tittel said in a statement. "Sea walls provide a false sense of security. They raise the level of the storm water creating more flooding as the water goes around the wall."


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Dow Jones Industrial Average News, 4/26/16: On Tuesday, it was another tough day for tech stocks.
Three big momentum stocks, Alphabet Inc. (Nasdaq: GOOGL), Amazon.com Inc. (Nasdaq: AMZN), and Netflix Inc. (Nasdaq: NFLX) all fell more than 1.1% on the day and continue to reverse course from last year's double-digit performances. The downturn in tech stocks overshadowed news that the Federal Reserve had kicked off its April meeting to discuss monetary policy.
Now, let's discuss what you need to know about the markets on April 26, 2016.
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First up, check out the results for the Dow Jones, S&P 500, and Nasdaq:
Dow Jones: 17,989.09; +11.85; 0.07%
Nasdaq: 4,888.31; -7.48; -0.15%
Now, here's the top stock market news today…
DJIA Today: FANG Stocks in Focus on Busy Day of Earnings Reports
The U.S. Federal Reserve kicked off its two-day policy meeting today. Though the Federal Reserve isn't expected to boost interest rates until June, tomorrow's policy statement will be critical as traders seek clues about the timing of the next rate hike. Traders will also look for the central bank's reaction to a string of bad economic data, primarily in the housing and manufacturing sectors.
On the economic front, demand for domestic manufactured goods increased far less than economists anticipated, raising new concerns about the health of the U.S. manufacturing sector. That report complemented a worsened figure for consumer confidence and may indicate the U.S. economy is growing at a much slower pace than economists expected.
After yesterday's weak housing report, traders were looking for some solace in today's release of the S&P/Case-Shiller Home Price Index. According to the Index, home prices increased 0.2% in the three months ended February. Year-over-year home prices are up 5.4%.
Oil prices rallied on Tuesday thanks to increased optimism on supply-demand fundamentals and a weakening dollar. WTI crude prices added 3.2%, while Brent crude added 2.9%.
The oil rout over the last year-and-a-half has claimed a major victim: The sterling AAA-credit rating of multinational oil giant Exxon Mobil Corp. (NYSE: XOM). Standard & Poor's took away the firm's perfect rating while citing Exxon's large amounts of debt and the expectations of sustained lower commodity prices. XOM stock was still up on the day by roughly 0.4%
Exxon isn't the only victim of declining energy prices. The U.S. Energy Information Administration conducted an analysis of 40 publicly traded domestic producers over the last year. The agency determined that U.S. energy producers lost a $67 billion due to falling crude prices.
Now, let's look at the day's biggest stock movers and the stock of the day.
Top Stock Market News Today
- After the bell, keep an eye on Apple Inc. (Nasdaq: AAPL) when the firm reports its quarterly earnings results. Today, the technology giant is expected to report its first decline in revenue since fall 2003. The numbers on iPhone sales are expected to be very bad. Consensus expectations call for the firm to have sold just 50 million units. That's down from 61 million during the same period in 2015.
- Shares of Twitter Inc. (Nasdaq: TWTR) rallied more than 3% as the company prepares to release quarterly earnings after the bell. The stock is on track to reach a seven-week high.
- After the bell, also keep an eye out for quarterly reports from Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc. (NYSE: CMG), Panera Bread Co. (Nasdaq: PNRA), AT&T Inc. (NYSE: T), and eBay Inc. (Nasdaq: EBAY).
- Shares of Goldman Sachs Group Inc. (NYSE: GS) were up marginally as Wall Street continues to digest the stunning announcement by the company that it will begin taking online deposits from customers. For as little as $1, new clients can open new online savings accounts as the firm attempts to diversify its sources of funding and appease regulatory agencies. Before the financial crisis, the very idea that Goldman would even entertain this plan was almost impossible.
- Shares of E.I. du Pont de Nemours and Co. (NYSE: DD) rallied more than 2% after the firm announced plans to buy back at least $2 billion in company stock this year.
- Finally, here's your stock of the day. You might not know it, but the U.S. markets are experiencing a steep earnings recession these days. As Money Morning Director of Technology & Venture Capital Michael A. Robinson explains, "we might be seeing the third straight quarter in which S&P 500 stock profits are lower on a year-over-year basis." But this recession is creating a remarkable number of buying opportunities for savvy investors looking to the long term. Michael outlines two stocks to own here.
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