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Francesco Geminiani at All About Jazz
Francesco Geminiani comes from beautiful Verona (IT) before moving to Switzerland, NYC and Paris. An endless musical curiosity drives him across styles and melodies, sharing the stage with great human beings across the New and the Old World. Inspired by the masters, he embraces impressionism to connect with the curious listener.
Born in beautiful Verona (Italy), he began his musical studies at an early age choosing the saxophone as his main instrument.
Subsequently, In 2009 Francesco won the Siena foundation scholarship, being selected as the recipient by a jury of top-level international jazz exponents.
After obtaining his diploma in Verona, in 2010 Francesco moved to Switzerland completing his studies at the "H.E.M.U. (Haute Ecole de Musique) of Lausanne". During his stay in the Helvetic Land he established himself as one of the most in demand saxophone players, performing at events such as "Ascona jazz", "Verbier Jazz Festival", AMR jazz festival in Geneva and Montreux Jazz Festival. He was selected to take part in the "2011 DKSJ All Star Band of Switzerland", performing at all the main Swiss' jazz clubs (Bird's Eye, Chorus, Musikantine, Mehrspur); this ensemble reunited the very best student instrumentalists resident in the country.
2012 was signed by several great recognitions: Francesco was the recipient of the F. Jost foundation award in merit of his outstanding work as a performer and consequently won in the same year the national "Zorzella Award"; a jazz soloist competition held in his hometown.
In the summer of 2012 he auditioned for the prestigious "New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music", where he obtained a scholarship that enable him to move to New York City to accomplish his jazz and classical studies and dive into the active musical scene that only this city has to offer. In 2014 he obtained his Bachelor in arts with honorable mention.
Since his move to the US, Geminiani's level of musicianship evolved excelling in the performing arts as well as in the demanding and sophisticated discipline of composition. With great musical guides, in 2014 he formed the Playwood chamber ensemble, for which he composed and arranged the entire repertoire successfully creating a unique blend of classical music and jazz that stands out for its originality. Within the last two years the band also performed events both in Italy and Switzerland.
In 2015 started the project "Colorsound", this work has been entirely recorded and produced in New York City with some of the best up and coming young musicians: Rick Rosato and Bass and Mark Schilders on drums. His trio format has been heard in the New York and European jazz clubs during the winter tour in the end of 2015.
The Album Colorsound has been released in March 2018 by Auand records.
Francesco Geminiani besides is work as a leader stands out as an in demand tenor saxophonist of its generation. Constantly performing and recording internationally, he has been touring Italy, Germany, France, Switzerland and Slovenia; performed alongside some incredible musicians such as Eddie Henderson, Billy Cobham, Dado Moroni and Doug Weiss, and recorded several albums in the last years. He has also be seen on stage in different NY's clubs such as Dizzy's Club Coca Cola, Shapeshifter lab, Smoke jazz club, Brooklyn raga massive, NuBlu, DROM; and Europe, Marian's jazzroom, Montreux jazz Festival, Ascona jazz Festival, AMR Sud des Alpes, Bird's Eye jazz club Basel, Cantina Bentivoglio, Vicenza Jazz.


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Beneath the thin veneer of "change", the current regime in Serbia continues to repress the media, NGOs, and civil society.
Wait, the Serbs are now the good guys?
Over the past couple of months, we've witnessed something strange. Amidst the turmoil, political infighting, and general disarray wrought by the ongoing migrant crisis in Europe, Serbia has experienced somewhat of a PR revival, shedding its quasi-pariah status and adopting the mantle of champion of human rights and protector of the helpless. A far cry from its image as the chief aggressor in the tragic Yugoslav Wars of the 1990's, the Serbia of 2015 is being internationally lauded as a highly responsible actor in the ongoing migrant crisis; recently, German Chancellor Angela Merkel herself praised Serbia for its handling of the migrant crisis, and dealing with it as effectively as it did despite limited resources and an economy that continues to underperform.
But beneath the thin veneer of "change" with respect to human rights and basic freedoms, and regardless of whatever the current regime in Serbia is doing for the migrants, the government of former dictator Slobodan Milošević's ex-henchman Aleksandar Vučić is up to its same old shenanigans when it comes to repressing the media, non-governmental organizations, and civil society at large.
Recently, the European Commission released a report that cited tremendous progress in 33 out of 34 analyzed chapters. Included in the report were noticeable gains made in the areas of achieving a functioning market economy, better political stability, and steadily improving relations with its neighbors. While the report did mention weaknesses in the rule of law as well as economic underperformance, what it failed to address in its entirety (although it was briefly mentioned) was the ever-present issue of state-led repression and silencing of non-governmental organizations, the media, and civil society at large.
On November 8, media tycoon and owner of 18 of Serbia's largest publications Aleksandar Rodić, publicly apologized for producing overly and unrealistically favorable coverage of the current Serbian government and the overall political, economic, and social situation in the country. In a stunning (yet undeniably rare) moment of unfiltered honesty, Rodić described how threats, both direct and indirect, from the Vučić regime to damage his company's reputation, as well as its legal and financial standing created an overbearing atmosphere of self-censorship among journalists in Serbia. It should come as no surprise then, that for the sixth year in a row, Serbia declined in Freedom House's annual report on Freedom of the Press, achieving a resoundingly mediocre 74th out 196 countries and a ranking of "partly free" when it comes to having an unrestricted media.
The situation on the ground for the average independent journalist in Serbia is strikingly different from the official legal and constitutional protection the press is guaranteed under Serbian law. Significant state control and ownership of public media, a lack of clearly-defined ownership structures for Serbian media companies, and direct and indirect forms of pressure exerted by political parties and the government itself has stifled the press in Serbia and made it exceedingly difficult for journalists to express themselves freely.
A report published recently by the World Association of Newspapers and News Publishers entitled "Media reform stalled in the slow lane: Soft censorship in Serbia" explained in detail, the disturbing presence of soft censorship in Vučić's supposedly EU-ready Serbia, stating that despite the fact that most media outlets were subsidized by the Serbian taxpayers, "public monies are deployed with partisan intent."
While EU states supportive of Serbia's alignment with the Union's policy towards the migrant crisis are busy lauding the Vučić administration with praise, a decades long tradition of stifling free speech and freedom of the press continues to grow unabated. Subsidies are awarded on a partisan basis, licenses and regulations are applied selectively, and there exists a general atmosphere of fear of reprisal among Serbia's dwindling class of independent journalists. What's worse is that the superficially positive press that the EU and the West at large is giving to Serbia will only serve as a thin veil to further expedite the degradation of independent Serbian media.
Given Vučić's past as the Minister of Information for the dictatorial regime of strongman Slobodan Milošević, it should come as no surprise that the "reformed" Prime Minister of Serbia has no qualms about suppressing the media. It was, after all, during his tenure that Slavko Curuvija, a prominent independent journalist, was murdered in a state-sponsored assassination , not long before Vučić vowed revenge on the journalist and his family for defying him publicly.
But this "creeping authoritarianism," as Florian Beiber, a specialist on Balkan Affairs at the University of Graz, put it isn't just evident in the sphere of media and the free press; Vučić's heavy hand is now hitting non-governmental organizations and civil society at large as well.
Several weeks ago, old ethnic sentiments in the Balkans were reignited as the self-proclaimed Republic of Kosovo applied for membership in UNESCO, the United Nations' cultural agency. Kosovo, determined to legitimize its unilateral declaration of independence by ascending to prominent international organizations like UNESCO vowed that "Kosovo's UNESCO membership will better preserve and reconfirm Serb cultural and historical heritage." Serbia, and the global Serbian diaspora disagreed vehemently, citing 140 destroyed Serbian Orthodox Churches since 1999 as proof positive of Kosovo's inability and unwillingness to protect Serbian cultural heritage.
What followed was an unprecedented international campaign, conducted mostly in the digital arena and mostly by non-governmental actors from across the globe. Eventually, UNESCO narrowly voted to deny Kosovo membership on Monday, 9 November, 2015.
The failure of the self-proclaimed Republic of Kosovo to attain membership in UNESCO was being touted as a victory by many. Chief among those celebrating that day were members of a Canadian youth-based non-governmental organization (of which, in the interest of full disclosure, we are both active members of), named 28. Jun. It, in conjunction with Serbian-Canadian filmmaker Boris Malagurski, led a successful grassroots social media campaign under the banner of the #nokosovounesco hashtag, creating an online petition which, at its zenith, garnered over 140,000 signatures, and was the driving force behind the UNESCO decision to decline the Republic of Kosovo membership.
In contrast to the dynamic campaign led by 28. Jun that inspired action among hundreds of thousands of people from across the globe and represented the principal reason for Kosovo's failure to enter UNESCO, the Serbian government ran a rather limp-wristed campaign, only publicly supporting 28. Jun's efforts mere days before the UNESCO decision was to be made. It played a minor role (at best) in the decision, and the vast majority of the legwork was undertaken by 28. Jun.
Despite this, the Vučić administration audaciously claimed full credit for the victory, even going as far as to claim responsibility for the Twitter hashtag that 28. Jun created. Making no mention of the tireless efforts of 28. Jun and the active participation of the Serbian diaspora, the Vučić regime and President Tomislav Nikolić had no qualms about showering themselves with praise while effectively silencing the NGO's and grassroots organizers that worked day-in and day-out to make the campaign succeed.
The Serbian government's active marginalization and suppression of independent media, non-governmental organizations such as 28. Jun, and civil society at large, is an endemic problem in the fledgling Balkan state. What is most frightening is the veneer of transparency under which it is operating. As the Republic of Serbia is being lauded in the international sphere, its continued actions domestically against media, NGOs, and the like are a stark reminder of the regime of Slobodan Milošević twenty years prior. In order for Serbia to experience a full renaissance, it must undertake measures to free the press and provide non-governmental actors with the liberty they need to go about conducting their work. Until this occurs, Serbia will be unable to completely shed the international stigma it has held globally for the past two decades.
[Correction (December 2, 2015): As originally published, this article contained the statement: "On November 8, media tycoon and owner of 18 of Serbia's largest publications Andrija Rodić, publicly apologized for producing overly and unrealistically favorable coverage of the current Serbian government and the overall political, economic, and social situation in the country." The owner's name is Aleksandar Rodić, not Andrija.]

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Salmon, Emily J. and Edward D. C. Campbell Jr., eds. The Hornbook of Virginia History: A Ready-Reference Guide to the Old Dominion's People, Places, and Past. Fourth Edition. Richmond, Virginia: The Library of Virginia, 1994.
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Greeting Int'l Children's Day
Bush names new Treasury chief
ICBC may raise US$12b through HK IPO
Dumplings, sachets hot before festival
Ariane-5 launches two satellites
Satellite cities may alleviate housing woes
Beijingers may be moving out of the city in their droves in the next couple of years. So will many businesses, particularly small ones.
China's oil supply faces risks, expert says
China's oil supply is facing risks, which need to be solved mainly through domestic efforts, an oil expert said. Soaring oil price is the first risk, the expert said.
End obsession with GDP
The suggestion that local gross domestic product (GDP) growth could be allowed to fall below zero points to a pragmatic approach in terms of drawing up policies to attain balanced development.
Return of domestic IPOs
A week after the newly revised regulations on initial public offerings (IPO) came into effect, China promptly resumed IPO trading, bringing the share-merger reform to its final phase.
Pentagon Concerns Unjustified: newspaper
The Pentagon once again pointed the finger at China in its report to the US Congress on the nation's military power.
Society progresses with different civilizations
Cultural industry potential
Irresponsible stakeholder
Chinese traders should have level playing field
Building innovative society
Fostering a charity culture
China backs UN reform
China-Germany ties get boost as Merkel's trip ends
A noise that should be dispelled
Beijing takes energy lead
Indonesia needs assistance
Our heart goes out to the people of Indonesia as they struggle to cope with the devastating consequences of their latest earthquake.
Promote dialogue on energy co-operation
The first few years of the 21st century have witnessed long queues at petrol stations across the globe, while soaring prices in the New York petroleum futures market remind us how grim the world energy security situation is.
Are big-box stores truly a blessing?
Is Wal-Mart a good thing? As Wal-Mart and other huge stores are sprouting up in communities throughout the United States, more and more Americans are beginning to question the benefits these mammoth stores are bringing to their lives.
US is behind gold price hike, but not China
It is the end of the US housing boom that caused large amount of hot money to rush to resource commodities like gold, oil and bronze and cause the sharp price rise of these commodities. China's demand didn't affect that much.
Watch consequences of US-Libyan relations
US Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice announced on Monday that the United Stated decided to restore full diplomatic ties with Libya and clear the nation from the list of terrorism-supporting countries. The Libyan Government welcomed the decision.
Push for financial co-op
Blair reshuffles govt after local election loss
Life span disparity reflects North-South gap
China chance, not China threat to Africa
China, Africa seek win-win
Soaring oil prices a major concern to world
Economic ties root China-US ties in mutual benefit
Asian nations rise up in mutual confidence
China, US need to build mutual trust on security
Losers shout loudest
SCO Summit 2006
Earthquake in Indonesia
Iran Nuclear Crisis
Three Gorges Project
Indonesia's human bird flu death toll rises to 37
Iran says it has conducted research on nuclear fusion
New material makes invisibility possible: studies
Hollywood Jolie welcomes baby girl
Ladies behind football stars
Lin Chiling's latest photos for magazine
S. Korean stars promote World Cup
Madonna at her early age
Roddick, Petrova, Safin bow out of French Open
50 hooligans banned from attending World Cup matches
Liu Xiang wins 110m hurdles
Totti backs against Swiss
Chinese stories to prevail in Hollywood
Film on Irish struggle wins at Cannes
Faye Wong gives birth to second child
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Working women healthier moms
Survey: One in five students use tobacco worldwide
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In the following listing, the first date, in parenthesis, indicates initial appointment to the College; the second date indicates appointment to the latest rank.
|Robert Barrie, Jr. (1970)
Professor Emeritus of English, 2007.
B.A., Southwestern at Memphis.
M.A., Ph.D., University of North Carolina.
|Kerry Brock (1990)
Professor Emeritus of Mathematics, 2017.
B.S., The University of Texas at Dallas.
M.Sc., University of London. Ph.D.
The University of Texas at Dallas.
|Henry Hale Bucher, Jr. (1985)
Chaplain Emeritus and Associate Professor Emeritus of Humanities, 2004.
B.A., American University of Beirut (Lebanon).
M.Div., Princeton Theological Seminary. Sorbonne (Paris).
M.A., Ph.D., University of Wisconsin, Madison.
|Kathleen Campbell (1994)
Professor Emerita of Theatre, 2013.
B.S., Northwestern University.
M.A., Trinity University.
M.A., Ph.D., University of Dallas.
|Light Townsend Cummins (1978)
Professor Emeritus of History, 2018.
B.S.Ed., M.A., Southwest Texas State University.
Ph.D., Tulane University.
|Victoria Hennessey Cummins (1978)
Professor Emeritus of History, 2020
B.A., University of Maryland
M.A., Ph.D., Tulane University
|Carol Ann Daeley (1973)
Professor Emerita of English, 2015.
B.A., Rutgers University.
M.A., Ph.D., University of California, Riverside.
|George Minor Diggs, Jr. (1981)
Professor Emeritus of Biology, 2016.
B.S., M.A., College of William & Mary.
Ph.D., University of Wisconsin-Madison.
|Harry Harold Gibson, Jr. (1967)
Professor Emeritus of Chemistry, 2007.
B.A., Emory University.
Ph.D., Florida State University.
|James David Gray (1978)
Professor Emeritus of English, 2008.
B.A., Ph.D., Indiana University.
|Clyde Lewis Hall (1950)
Professor Emeritus of Economics and Business Administration, 1988.
B.A., Austin College.
M.B.A., Texas Christian University.
Ph.D., Ohio State University.
|Michael Andrew Imhoff (1970)
Vice President Emeritus for Academic Affairs and Dean Emeritus of the Faculty, 2013.
Professor Emeritus of Chemistry, 2013.
B.A., University of California, Riverside.
Ph.D., University of Colorado
|Cecil Isaac (1962)
Professor Emeritus of Music, 1996.
B.A., Oberlin College.
B.M.Ed., Oberlin Conservatory of Music.
M.A., M.Phil., Columbia University.
|Jack Julian Jernigan (1967)
Professor Emeritus of English, 1989.
B.A., Mississippi College.
M.A., University of Mississippi.
Ph.D., Vanderbilt University.
|James Franklin Johnson (1977)
Professor Emeritus of Classics, 2013.
B.A., Ph.D., University of Texas at Austin.
|Jerry B. Johnson (1983)
Professor Emeritus of Business Administration and Economics, 2016.
B.A., M.B.A., University of Texas at Arlington.
Ph.D., Stanford University.
|Thomas Fredric Kimes (1962)
Professor Emeritus of Mathematics, 1992.
B.S., Ursinus College.
M.A., University of Texas.
Ph.D., Carnegie Institute of Technology.
|Jerry Bryan Lincecum (1967)
Professor Emeritus of English, 2006.
B.A., Texas A&M University.
M.A., Ph.D., Duke University.
|Peter Gene Lucchesi (1968)
Professor Emeritus of English, 1995.
B.A., College of the Holy Cross.
M.S., Boston College.
Ph.D., University of Wisconsin.
|Bernice Stenman Melvin (1980)
Professor Emerita of French, 2015.
B.A., Western Washington State College.
Université de Grenoble (France).
M.A., Ph.D., University of Illinois.
|Gerald John Middents (1967)
Professor Emeritus of Psychology and Education, 2000.
B.S.C., University of Iowa.
M.Div., University of Dubuque.
M.A., Ph.D., University of Minnesota.
|William Hamilton Moore III (1967)
Professor Emeritus of Humanities, 2002.
B.A., Southwestern University.
M.A., Ph.D., Harvard University.
|William Dewey Narramore, Jr. (1975)
Professor Emeritus of Communication Arts, 2005.
B.A., Austin College.
M.F.A., University of Texas at Austin.
Ph.D., Florida State University.
|Karen Hancock Nelson (1977)
Professor Emeritus of Psychology, 2012.
B.A., Clark University.
M.A., Ed.D., Harvard University.
|Thomas Wheeler Nuckols (1965)
Professor Emeritus of Religion, 1998.
B.A., Tulane University.
B.D., Southern Baptist Seminary.
Ph.D., Duke University.
|Oscar C. Page (1994)
President Emeritus and Professor Emeritus of History, 2009.
B.A., Western Kentucky University.
M.A., Ph.D., University of Kentucky.
|Roger S. Platizky (1988)
Professor Emeritus of English, 2019.
B.A., Rutgers College of Arts and Sciences.
M.A., Ph.D., Rutgers University.
|Wilbur Lamar Powell (1976)
Associate Professor Emeritus of Mathematics and Computer Science, 2010.
B.A., Austin College.
M.S., Southern Methodist University.
Further graduate study at the University of Texas at Dallas.
|Peggy Ann Redshaw (1979)
Professor Emerita of Biology, 2014.
B.S., Quincy College.
Ph.D., Illinois State University.
|E. Larry Robinson (1969)
Professor Emeritus of Physics, 2011.
B.S., M.S., Ph.D., Virginia Polytechnic Institute.
|Donald C. Salisbury (1987)
Professor Emeritus of Physics, 2016.
B.A., Oberlin College.
Ph.D., Syracuse University.
|Howard Allen Starr (1964)
Professor Emeritus of Psychology and Education, 2013.
B.A., University of Dallas.
M.A., Southern Methodist University.
Ph.D., East Texas State University.
|Roderick M. Stewart (1987)
Professor Emeritus of Philosophy, 2018.
B.A., Austin College.
M.A., Ph.D., Syracuse University.
|Barbara Nelson Sylvester (1989)
Associate Professor Emerita of Education, 2016.
B.S., University of Nebraska.
M.Ed., North Texas State University.
Ph.D., University of North Texas.
|Anthony Charles Tanner (1984)
Associate Professor Emeritus of Chemistry, 2014.
B.A., Washington University.
M.A., Ph.D., Brandeis University.
|Timothy Charles Tracz (1986)
Professor Emeritus of Art, 2016.
B.S., Pennsylvania State University.
M.F.A., Tyler School of Art.
|John Richard West (1984)
Librarian Emeritus, 2016.
B.A., LaGrange College.
M.L.S., University of Pittsburgh.
|Jane H. White (1994)
Associate Professor Emerita of Education, 1997.
B.S., M.S., Ph.D., Southern Illinois University.
|John Elmer White (1980)
Associate Professor Emeritus of Education, 2014.
(Interim Director of the Posey Leadership Institute).
B.A., M.S. Ed., Ph.D., Southern Illinois University.
|Everett Don Williams (1970)
Professor Emeritus of Mathematics, 2013.
B.S., Southwestern University.
Ph.D., Texas Tech University.
|Shelton Lee Williams (1970)
Professor Emeritus of Political Science, 2008.
B.A., University of Texas at Austin.
M.A., Ph.D., Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies.


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When It's Hard Being a Christian
The voting is over. The election has been decided. The politicians on both sides have said the conciliatory things they are expected to say. Yet emotions abound. Protests have begun. And the "divide" in our society remains. This is when it's hard to be a Christian.
Why? Because Jesus calls us "to love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you" (Matthew 5:44). We are to pray "for kings and all who are in high positions" (1 Timothy 2:2). For many, the instinct to love and pray is not what's on our minds.
This may be because we assume that if we love and pray for our enemies, we are in someway diminishing our love for our allies and friends. But this is not the choice that love demands. Love is not a vote to show who we favor, nor is it a way to gloss over our differences. Love is a bridge for change, not an abdication of it. While we love and pray for our enemies, we must still love, pray for, and stand with those who occupy insecure and fragile places in our society.
Martin Luther King, Jr. knew this well. He used love as a bulwark to protect the vulnerable and as a bridge to his enemies to effect change. He said, "Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that."
It's not easy being a Christian in these times. May we all find hope in drawing upon our faith and God's love as we seek a way forward.


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Search Engines and Link Building Basics
- In SEO and Link Building Basics: What You Need to Know, Thomas McMahon introduces the first principles of link building.
- This article was written by Rand Fishkin back in 2010 but it still holds good: All Links are Not Created Equal: 10 Illustrations on Search Engines Valuation of Links.
- Heres the official word from Google on the kind of thing you should avoid in link building.
Post-Penguin Link Building
- Penguins Reminder: Google Doesnt Owe You A Living, So Dont Depend On It by Danny Sullivan is a reminder that it was not entirely white hat practices that led to the downfall of some sites. Consider this a warning.
- Crispin Sheridan in Post Penguin Link Building Strategies – Pruning Your Links sets out how to rid yourself of backlinks that may be causing your website to be penalised.
- Pratik Dholakiya in October 2012 posted this very useful 10 Post-Panda/Penguin Era Link Acquisition Strategieslist.
Link Building Strategies
- Brian Deans Link Building: The Definitive Guide covers every aspect of link building В definitely worthВ bookmarking.
- Rhea Drysdale answers many commonly asked questions around link building in 33 Link Building Questions Answered.
- Chuck Price presents some valuable tips on how to earn links in Link Building the Right Way.
- Ken McGaffin uses lists a lot. Here are 59 ideas for lists to help create link building campaigns in 59 lists you really must have to build links.
- Inspiring examples and pro advice from Sean McGinnis in Link Building Techniques that Still Work!
- Justin Freid urges a spot of thinking with our left brains for a change in How to Build Links Like an Engineer.
Link Building with Social Media
- One way to have your content shared and linked to is to make sure its distributed widely. Heres some advice on using Microformats on social media to do that. Increase Distribution for Your Branded Content with Microformats by Andrew Isidoro.
- Bryanna Baldauf shares tips on using Pinterest for link building in 5 Ways to Use Pinterest to Build Links & Blogger Relationships.
- How to find linking opportunities with an Excel spreadsheet using Majestic SEO data (see the Miscellaneous Tools section). Using Twitter and Backlinks to Build Links by Ethan Lyon.
- Marty Weintraub is a bit of a marketing genius, and here he explains the use of psychographics in targeting potential customers or link partners on Facebook. Psychographics Deconstructed: What We Look Like to Facebook Marketers.


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"Great things in business are never done by one person, they're done by a team of people" – Steve Jobs
From 2012 to present day seems as though to be ages ago. However, for Mr. Arvinder Mann it seems to be just yesterday that he embarked on the adventurous journey of opening the first ALOHA Mental Arithmetic centre in Canada.
At 46, he shares with us his reflections on what ALOHA has meant for him and his family. He describes it as "a personal goal, which became a cherished family dream".
All the members of his family are involved in the ALOHA adventure: his wife, whom is the head trainer, and also a dedicated teacher. His oldest daughter is also a teacher as well. His younger daughter manages the office and his son, whom is the youngest enjoys being the "demo kid" of ALOHA, and shows parents and potential students what benefits the ALOHA program can hold for a child's development. Arvinder, who shows great happiness and gratitude, says "[his] family helps way too much!"
In 2011 he visited India to witness the National Level Competition in Surat, Gujarat that was attended by more than 5000 children. He was utterly impressed to see what children enrolled in the ALOHA program were capable of. Without hesitation, he signed with ALOHA International in order to bring the program to Canada.
Mr. Arvinder and his family live in Surrey, British Columbia, Canada, so it was quite logical that the first ALOHA centre opened its doors there. Today, they have successfully expanded in more regions of Canada, such as Ontario and Alberta. Not only do they have their centres as points where children can get involved in the program, but also recently they have introduced ALOHA program in schools.
Mr. Arvinder thinks they have managed to grow slowly but steadily in Canada. When he analyzes his hard work over the years, he says "There is a lot of work to do every day: promoting the program, maintaining quality classes, keeping parents informed, etc. All this without losing sight of our ultimate goal: Benefit more Canadian children with ALOHA. Every day we begin with renewed energy; full of confidence in ourselves and in ALOHA."
With great certainty in his thoughts, Mr. Arvinder says "ALOHA is successful in other countries and I am quite proud for sharing that success in Canada! My goal, right now is to expand all over Canada as soon as possible".
One element that helps him to maintain the tenacity of his work is the positive feedback he gets from parents and children enrolled in the program.
His heart is filled with satisfaction when he hears that parents are grateful with the program, because of the academic success these children have achieved due to ALOHA.
Hand in hand with the Master Trainer, Arvinder integrates all the ALOHA´s learning and material, so that children can get the highest benefit from this program".
"Our success is based on teamwork. The commitment of her family and everyone involved with ALOHA in Canada is indispensable and invaluable in all they have done. I am extremely grateful to all of them", he says finally with a big smile on his face.


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Napa Valley Town Guide: Oakville and Rutherford
July 19, 2016
As visitors travel up the Napa Valley, they often miss the tiny towns of Rutherford and Oakville in their haste to get to St. Helena or Calistoga. And they're easy to miss: Rutherford's population is about 165, and Oakville's just 71. But these modern-day hamlets are worth checking out, especially if you're into wine. Between the two towns, they boast nearly 60 wineries, from tiny boutique businesses to some of the largest names in the industry.
Oakville began as a water stop for the Napa Valley Railroad – founded in 1864 by pioneer and entrepreneur Samuel Brannan – which carried passengers from ferry boats in Vallejo to Brannan's resort in Calistoga. It was named, obviously, for the thick groves of oak trees that dotted the valley and hillsides. When H.W. Crabb developed a local vineyard and winery on 240 acres in 1868, he named it To Kalon – which means "the beautiful" in Greek – and today it's one of the most prestigious vineyards in the world.
Rutherford was founded on the nearly 12,000-acre Mexican land grant, Rancho Caymus, which was deeded to early settler George C. Yount from General Mariano Vallejo in 1838. Yount gave a small portion of the grant as a wedding present to his granddaughter, Elizabeth, when she married Thomas Rutherford in 1864, and the family name stuck.
Stay. With the closure of Rancho Caymus Inn, the five-star resort Auberge du Soleil is the only game in town (shown in the picture above). Auberge du Soleil one of the most exquisite properties in the valley, with a cluster of bungalows perched on a south-facing hillside in Rutherford.
Eat. There are several options here. First, of course, is the Restaurant at Auberge du Soleil, which is great for a fancy or special-occasion dinner. There's also the Bistro and Bar for more casual fare – its terrace seating offers killer views, and it features more than 40 wines by the glass. Or pop into the Rutherford Grill, right on Highway 29 for classic cocktails and comfort food. But plan ahead: This one is so popular with locals and tourists alike, it typically has long wait times. And a must-stop is the Oakville Grocery – founded in 1881, it's the longest continually operating grocery store in the state. It makes the perfect detour for gourmet goods, picnic supplies, and fresh-made coffee drinks.
Taste. There's simply no room to list the huge number of wineries based in these two small valley towns. From industry giants like Robert Mondavi, Cakebread Cellars, Silver Oak Cellars, and Opus One to the more intimate places like Elizabeth Spencer Wines, Heitz Wine Cellars, and Martin Estate, you're bound to find something tailored to your specific tastes. The newest addition to the area is Durant & Booth, whose tasting room is right next door to the Oakville Grocery. The winery takes its name from local pioneers Frederick Durant and Joseph Booth, who delivered provisions to the store at the turn of the last century. Or, if you'd like to sample a lot of different wineries in a single stop, check out the Tasting Room at Napa Wine Company, which represents about 30 smaller, cult wine producers. Booking in advance is always a good idea, and required at many places.
Play. There's not a lot to do here beyond wine tasting, but you can try something different with an olive-oil tasting at Round Pond Estate. Or, if you've brought bikes (or rented them in Yountville or St. Helena), you can do a beautiful ride: Take Highway 29 from Oakville Cross Road to Rutherford Cross Road, head east to the Silverado Trail then south and back (roughly an eight-mile loop).


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As promised, the 3rd part in my ongoing "Building a Cheap, Energy-Efficient HTPC & Classic Gaming Emulator Box" series of articles on my Acer Revo 1600.
I'd like to outline in this article my settings for playing back perfect 1080p HD movies on the Acer Revo in Windows 7. There's a lot of incomplete information out there regarding how to "properly" playback HD movies on the Revo. Unfortunately, a lot of the stuff I have read online doesn't take into account things like subtitle rendering which can have an impact on movie playback. So I wanted to write a definitive guide for the Revo which I have spent months honing and perfecting.
What You'll Need
My hardware setup:
Acer Revo 1600 (standard ION LE, upgraded to 2 gigs of RAM, with adjusted 512MB of video RAM as detailed here).
Alternatively, you could use a Revo 3600 or 3610. And possibly (??) similarly-spec'd ION platforms such as Asrock, etc. But your mileage may vary.
Windows 7 (I am using Home Premium 32bit Upgrade version, non-OEM)
Windows Media Player Classic Home Cinema
CoreAVC 2 (~$10)
Haali Media Splitter
Nvidia Graphics Drivers (I am using 257.21 WHQL)
Nvidia HDMI Audio Driver (I am using 1.00.00.59 WHQL)
Start Installin'
First, download and install the Nvidia Graphics Drivers:
If you are using an Revo 1600, select:
"ION > ION LE (Desktops) > Graphics Drivers > and then select your OS"
If you are using an Revo 3600 or 3610, select:
"ION > ION (Desktops) > Graphics Drivers > and then select your OS"
Follow the on-screen steps. Don't install the Ethernet drivers if prompted (unless you specifically want them).
Continue to follow the on-screen instructions and reboot your Revo.
Next, download and install the Nvidia HDMI Audio drivers:
Revo 1600:
"ION > ION LE (Desktops) > HDMI Audio Drivers > and then select your OS"
Revo 3600 or 3610:
"ION > ION (Desktops) > Graphics Drivers > HDMI Audio Drivers > and then select your OS"
You may need to reboot.
After installation of the HDMI Audio driver, go to Control Panel > Sound > Manage audio devices.
Under the "Playback" tab, make sure "NVIDIA HDMI Out" is set to default with the green checkmark.
Download and install Media Player Classic Home Cinema and install using default options.
Next install CoreAVC 2.0. This handles the codec decoding and it is excellent at what it does. Yes, I know there are free options out there. But this is what I have used and I can guarantee it works on the Revo 1600. Install it with the default options.
Here is how CoreAVC's options will appear using the default installation. Remember, do not change any of the options during installation:
Next, install Haali Media Splitter with default install options. This will parse your MKVs and other video files and designate which programs will open the separate streams of the file, including audio and video. Haali does all the work, don't even sweat it.
Finally, install Directvobsub with default install options. Why Directvobsub? Because when I used MPC's internal subtitle filters, large bit-rate files would suffer during playback. We need to offload the subtitles to another program to let MPC do its thing, and Directvobsub is great at that.
Ready, Settings, Go!
Everything installed with default options, then? Great, we're almost there!
OK, I know it feels like we just blew through all of that. But here's where we will set things up:
In Media Player Classic, go to View > Options > External filters.
Click "Add filter" and locate "DirectVobSub (auto-loading version)". Highlight it and click, "OK". Now click "Prefer", hit "Apply" and then "OK".
Next, go to "View > Options > Output".
Select "EVR (Vista/.Net3)". This is an extremely fast decoder, and it handles every single video file I throw at it like a champ.
Hit, "Apply" and then "OK" to save your selection.
Now You're Playing with Power
At this point, you are ready to go!
Use Windows Media Player Classic Home Cinema to open up all of your HD movie files from here on out.
When you play an HD file, you will notice a few new icons pop-up on your taskbar:
From left to right they are:
CoreAVC: When the icon is green, CoreAVC has engaged the Revo's GPU CUDA capabilities and is properly decoding the video.
Haali Media Spliter: The green arrow means Haali is working properly, and demultiplexing the movie's streams.
DirectVobSub: Right-click this white icon to bring up your audio and subtitle streams. In Media Player Classic, you can easily switch between subtitles by simply hitting "S" on the keypad while a movie is playing. This is super easy if you have a handy HTPC remote, such as my trusty Lenovo Wireless keyboard.
And honestly, that's it. You can now play 1080p and 720p HD movies flawlessly on your Acer Revo.
Bonus Tips & Tweaks
Here's a few more tips I have setup to make an enjoyable movie watching experience using Media Player Classic Home Cincema:
In Media Player Classic, click "View > Options > Player". Here, place a check next to, "Launch files in fullscreen" so that movies start in (you guessed it) fullscreen mode immediately after clicked.
nerdy thing I do is turn on the statistics options, simply so I can marvel frome time to time at how zero frames are ever dropped with this particular setup. To do this, open Media Player Classic and select "View" from the menu. Place a check next to: Caption&Menu, Seek Bar, Controls, Information, Statistics and Status. You will end up with a statistics panel that plays below the movie, which will only display when you escape from fullscreen mode:
And there you have it. This is what I use. I have scrutinized the playback of dozens of movies with various bitrates and file containers. This setup has proven rock solid for me. I hope it does the same for you.
Update – August 2010: The Dharma Initiative
Thanks to Scott R in the comments as well as the AVS Forums for hipping me to the presently in-development (but extremely promising) Dharma builds of XBMC on Windows 7. These are essentially betas at the moment, but will one day become the latest release of XBMC.
What's so special about the Dharma branch of nightly builds is its use of DXVA 2. This is the latest Direct-X video acceleration from Microsoft and it only works on Vista and Windows 7. I've thrown a ton of test videos at the Dharma XBMC install and it's played everything without a hitch.
It's all very promising, because now you get perfect HD video playback and the fantastic XBMC front-end to boot. The only shortcoming at the moment is: Since the XBMC crew is currently working on the Dharma branch, the code is constantly changing, features are slowly trickling in, and bugs will more than likely pop-up.
Of course, all those issues will be sorted out once Dharma is ready for prime time. I look forward to it.
Click here to download the latest Dharma nightlies. Please note: This software is in development and prone to bugs and may be lacking features. Also, if you currently have XBMC installed, you will need to completely uninstall it (along with profile data) before you install the nightly. Also, be sure to turn on DXVA 2 in the settings, as it was set to "off" by default in my nightly.
Scott R also hipped me to the fact that you can use an external video player with XBMC front-end. And you can do this NOW in 9.11 of XBMC. I tried it with Media Player Classic and it WORKS. You'll need to edit an XML file with a simple notepad progam, but it's not too difficult. I recommend testing it out! Cheers!
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Recommended use of palmitoylethanolamide
General palmitoylethanolamide dosing guidelines are as follows:
- Initial dose: 1200 mg per day, with or without food, for the first 6 weeks.
- Maintenance dose: 600 mg per day, with or without food.
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What Are Metal Fillings?
Metal fillings, also called dental amalgam fillings, have been the traditional go-to dental restoration for filling in cavities. Amalgam is an alloy comprised of various metals which typically include silver, tin, copper, mercury, zinc and indium. Metal fillings have been used in dentistry for over 100 years.
With new concerns over the last few years about the potential dangers of amalgam fillings, alternative fillings have come about. These alternative fillings include:
- Fillings using a blend of mercury and indium
- Fillings using a blend of mercury and copper
- Fillings using composite resin
- Porcelain fillings
- Gold fillings
With these alternatives to metal fillings being used more and more, the use of metal fillings is declining.
Why Are Metal Fillings Used?
Amalgam fillings have been used because they are easier to put on, are less expensive and are resilient, enduring prolonged chewing for years. The new metal filling alternatives provide more of an aesthetically pleasing appearance and require less of the teeth to be removed. They are also said to not last as long as metal fillings.
Three Reasons to Avoid Metal Fillings
While metal fillings have been the trusted fillings for cavities, why then should dental patients avoid them? Below are the three top risks or drawbacks of metal fillings:
1. The presence of mercury
Metal fillings are not recommended for young children, pregnant women, those allergic to mercury or metal and those who consume a lot of seafood. While metal fillings have undergone improvements to limit the concentration of mercury and how easily it is able to disperse into the body, there is a small amount of mercury that still leaks out.
Mercury is abundant in our environment. It is found in our food, drinking water, and air. The concern comes from exposing yourself to unnecessary amounts of mercury. Exposure to high concentrations of mercury can lead to mercury build-up in your body which can cause major problems for your internal organs. The most common symptoms people experience when exposed to too much mercury include headaches, anxiety, fatigue irritability, and memory loss.
2. Metal fillings are much harder to remove
While you may be tempted to the lower price and better durability, you must realize that they are harder to remove. When your metal fillings get worn down and need to be replaced, often additional, healthy portions of your teeth will need to be removed in order for the remaining filling to be extracted.
3. Metal fillings are not as aesthetically pleasing
Amalgam fillings are not as great to look at because of the metal color. The newer, alternative fillings that don't contain metal, such as ceramic, porcelain and resin composite are closer to the color of natural teeth, making them more popular.
At Artistic Dentistry, both your smile and dental health are important to us. We offer a variety of cosmetic, restorative, sedation and family dentistry services. For more information about non-metal fillings or simply ask us a question, contact us today.


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This is a manual foaming body scrub exfoliation that lathers up like soap but provides a perfect polish without the oily mess of traditional scrubs. Our scrubs are in a fluffy, frosting like soap base containing a drizzle of olive oil to cleanse, exfoliate, and hydrate all at once. Choose from Bathhouse's many scents and texture variations to polish your skin to glowing perfection.


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15426 Addicks Stone Drive
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Commute to Downtown Mission Bend
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It is possible to get on a bus.
15426 Addicks Stone Drive has a Walk Score of 25 out of 100. This location is a Car-Dependent neighborhood so most errands require a car.
This location is in Houston. Nearby parks include Millie Bush Dog Park and McClendon Park.
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Connecticut gun industry executives say new legislation should focus on restricting access to weapons
HARTFORD -- Representatives of Connecticut's gun industry went to the Capitol on Monday to speak out against attempts to ban certain guns and push for restrictions to prevent people with mental problems from obtaining weapons.
The National Shooting Sports Foundation Inc., the industry's trade group, and several manufacturers said they hope the venerable industry has a say in efforts by the legislature to curb gun violence. The move follows the killings of 20 children and six educators at a Newtown elementary school in December. A 52-member legislative task force met Monday.
"As we consider the necessary changes to make our society safer, we have a responsibility to consider the ramifications on the firearms and sporting industry that has contributed much to the state's history and culture," said Lawrence G. Keane, senior vice president and general counsel of the foundation.
Keane and industry executives who met with the media said they are not offering specific proposals to the task force, but said any new rules or legislation should focus on restricting access to guns. Banning weapons such as automatic or semiautomatic weapons would jeopardize jobs, they said.
Joe Bartozzi, senior vice president and general counsel at O.F. Mossberg, said the industry wants lawmakers to strengthen background checks of potential gun buyers. Many states fail to provide mental health records and felony conviction information in a timely fashion, he said.
"I think access to firearms is a root cause of this problem, and if we don't address that we're in big trouble," he said.
Rich Roland, a worker at O.F. Mossberg & Sons Inc., a North Haven gun manufacturer, said banning firearms will not end gun violence.
"They're not getting to the root cause of the problem, and the root cause is on the mental health side," he said. "It isn't the firearm."
The gun industry has historically had a strong presence in Connecticut, dating to the mid-19th century when Colt Patent Fire Arms Manufacturing Co. began operating in Hartford. Several other gun makers do business in Connecticut and appeared at the legislative hearing.
The industry says it supports 7,340 jobs with total wages of $522 million.
Senate President Pro Tem Donald Williams criticized the industry for not doing enough to sell guns that cannot be used by unauthorized people.
"How about marketing firearms from a safety point of view?" he asked. "I have yet to find a significant emphasis on safety in firearms."
The task force on gun violence and children's safety is focusing on gun and ammunition laws, mental health services and school safety. Legislative leaders say they hope to take action before the end of February, though the legislative session adjourns in June.


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Fagan has called Trio's home for two and a half years now, while managing the bar for just under one. His jovial, personable, and extremely witty personality spill over into his cocktails. Perusing the menu, you'll see music notes that indicate which of the drinks are Trio's Seasonal Originals, with the theme extending to the drinks' names, as well. With snappy titles such as "Rhubarbara Streisand," "Little Red Corvette," and "Bramblin' Man," a sense of musical nostalgia of long, warm summer drives with the windows rolled down and the music blaring, takes over.
Fagan's new cocktails, however, take that old summer nostalgia and spin it on its head, bringing new flavors and sensations into the mix.
The first of three to preview, Fagan initially and excitedly crafts El Pueblo Unido, a slightly spicy, yet refreshing cocktail that includes Vida and Koch mezcales, jalapeño, pineapple, lime, agave nectar, and ginger beer. Served with a simple jalapeño garnish, this yellow drink packs a subtle punch while staying light and perfect for the warm summer evenings. Large ice cubes keep this drink cool and maintain the multiple layered flavors until the very end. And trust me, you'll want to taste them all the way through.
Next up is the T Swizzle, a cheeky play on words with an equally playful flavor. A combination of earl grey infused gin, candied pineapple rum, with an exotic blend of juices, shrubs, and bitters, the T Swizzle is an excellent summer beverage. The fruit flavors make the drink sweet but not overpowering, and the earl grey aftertaste is a pleasant surprise. This cocktail is equally as beautiful as it is flavorful, as it is garnished with cherries, pineapple leaves, and a cute paper umbrella.
The final of Fagan's masterful creations is the Granita Applebum, described by Fagan himself as being "not just booze and flavor, but an experience." And an experience is the perfect way to describe this drink made of lychee-pisco gummies on a bed of blue apple granita, as the presentation is wholly entertaining and unique. Fagan wanted to step outside the box, as the ingredients are uncommon in Central Arkansas. A peach colored dinosaur gummy rests on top of an icy ocean of granita, and the drink comes with a spoon, as Fagan says, "This is your cocktail toy experience!"
These three cocktails are, along with the newly added Mai Tai and several others listed in the menu below – are awaiting your order! Each provide their own one-of-a-kind drinking experience and I recommend trying your hand at them all. Fagan's personality and sharp wit paired with his knowledge and skills behind the bar make these drinks a must-try for the dog days of summer.


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Every weekday at 3:30 pm and Sunday at 10:30 am, remember that you can hang out with the coolest machine enthusiasts around, Dotty and Duggy! On Dotty and Duggy with JCB Explore, this pair from Diggerland are full of jokes, upcoming events, great music and interesting facts about the coolest machines around!
And if you want to learn even more about dumper trucks, diggers and cranes, then listen to JCB World throughout the week at midday on Giggle. We even have a series of I-Spy games online to keep you entertained in the car on the way to school!
Ever since they first came onto Fun Kids, Dotty and Duggy have been kind enough to give away a fantastic JCB prize hamper every fortnight. We have managed to get our hands on one final prize hamper for you to win, once again full of great toys and books, including:
• Crane & Vehicle Playset
• Talking Doug Dumptruck
• Pullback Doug
• Doug helps his friends- story book
• Larry saves the day- story book
• Rex Colouring Book
• Joey Colouring book
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The 30 seconds of sex was almost worth it...I mean he did smoke me out and watched the princess and the frog with me
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30 seconds!?! did he even try?
30 seconds....you might as well of had sex with the frog. probably can last longer..
Are u a homosexual dude?
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"Just once...unless you beg for more."
She's a prostitute cause he couldn't keep it up? Yea okay idiot.
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Amazingracer wrote:At last night's grotto meeting there seemed to be grave concern over the status of I-70 east of Glenwood Springs.
The main fact being that the river had supposed overtaken the west bound lower level interstate and bike path. Thus resulting in long delays and possible closures. People were exploring options to make long detours and avoid this area to get to convention.
Is any of that valid?
I drove I-70 west through CO in mid-June and didnt encounter the above. The bike path was in fact flooded. And the westbound lanes were closed for construction, resulting in two way traffic in the eastbound lanes, but it caused no major delays and the westbound lanes were not underwater.
George Dasher wrote:Damn!!
Is the bike path useable or not? That is something we really wanted to do!!
PeterFJohnson wrote:There is construction in Glenwood Canyon, not just Vail pass, though I can't find it on the CDOT website. The entire eastbound section of highway has been shutdown due to planned construction which was still going on as of a week ago. It is not because the river has flooded over the highway, which would be remarkable. The construction has been going on for at least a couple months. The westbound lanes have been divided and now have traffic in both directions.
However, most people shouldn't see any major slow downs. It isn't a long section of highway and every time I have driven it the disturbance has been minimal. There are a few detours needed for some of the exits in the canyon, but not to get to Glenwood Springs.
The bike path through Glenwood Canyon might be closed. As of a week ago it was flooded over, being much closer to the river.
I will be driving that stretch of I-70 this weekend and will update with any relevant info.
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Student government allows students to gain experience in leadership and democracy. Students elected and appointed to positions oversee various aspects of school culture, climate, and operations through clubs and athletics. ASB supports many of the athletic and activities at CKHS in various aspects. Students involved in athletics and ASB are required to purchase an ASB card, yielding discounts to athletic events and school activities.
ASB Cabinet and Executive Board
The ASB Cabinet consists of a President, Vice President, Treasurer, and Secretary. The Executive Board consists of the entire Cabinet as well as each Class ASB's President and Vice President and the several Liaisons. The Executive Board plans school events, manages school funds, and acts on students' concerns.
All students are invited to attend class meetings on Thursdays after school. See Mr. Sullivan in the Activities office for more information or contact your class advisor.
Senior Class Advisor: Audrey Ngo
Junior Class Advisor: Joshua Peretti
Sophomore Class Advisor: Katherine Miller
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Give your footage a CAMCORDER or VHS LOOK | Quick and easy tutorial for Premiere Pro
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This is a very quick and easy way to create a camcorder look on your footage, also know as the vintage, retro, VCR, VHS or CRT look. This is a Adobe Premiere Pro tutorial.
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Key West, Florida has been home to many famous and not-so-famous writers, musicians, and artists. While Ernest Hemingway may be the most famous writer to have lived and written in Key West, there are many other writers who have called the once called Isle Of Bones home. This article will explore some of those other talents and look briefly at their time on the island.
Some of these writers may be well known and others may not. However, all of them have made their contribution to American writing and have, at one time or another, lived on the beautiful little Floridian island at the south end of the continental U.S.
Tennessee Williams
Tennessee Williams first visited the Florida Keys in 1941 and, after buying a home in 1950, lived on the last island in the chain until 1983 when he passed away. While he spent much time traveling, his house at 1431 Duncan Street is a veritable icon of literary tradition on the isle.
Tennessee Williams was a playwright who wrote many plays including Cat On A Hot Tin Roof, The Glass Menagerie, and A Streetcar Named Desire. His work earned him the Pulitzer Prize two times, as well as two Tony Awards.
Today a non-profit organization operates the Tennessee Williams Key West Exhibit at 513 Truman Avenue, where visitors can see first edition drafts of his plays, as well as typewriters, newspaper articles, and various other memorabilia associated with the award winning writer.
John Hersey
John Richard Hersey was a writer and journalist who many consider to be the father of what became known as New Journalism. New Journalism uses the elaborate tones and prose of fiction to tell non-fiction stories.
In 1945, his first novel, A Bell For Adano, won the Pulitzer Prize for literature. Perhaps one of Key West's more serious authors, Hersey's work focused on the dissolutions of war, the atrocities of the atomic bomb, and a racially-motivated police shooting which he set in the Detroit riots of 1968.
He was a professor of both fiction and non-fiction literature at Yale. Hersey also covered World War II as a correspondent where he wrote from the field for publications such as Time and Life Magazine. During the war John Hersey flew with the soldiers who invaded Sicily. He survived four airplane crashes and helped to rescue wounded allied troops from Guadalcanal.
John Hersey spent winters at his home in Cayo Hueso, where he died in 1993 at age 78, leaving behind what one fellow author called a shelf of brilliant work.
The Key West Reader
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Thomas McGuane
Author of novels Panama, and Ninety-Two In The Shade, Thomas McGuane lived on the furthest Floridian island south in the 1970s when much of the town's rambunctious reputation was forged.
McGuane is brother-in-law to musician and Key West hero Jimmy Buffett (a designation that I am sure he has long grown tired of being saddled with). He lives in Montana these days, but his exploits in Key West are island legend.
Thomas McGuane's latest novel, Driving On The Rim, is about a doctor in a small town who encounters all of the calamity one might expect (or not expect) after he tries to arrange a cover story for his buddy's suicide attempt.
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Elizabeth Bishop
Poet Elizabeth Bishop lived at 624 White Street in Key West for nine years beginning in 1938. Bishop was an outstanding poet who wrote such gems as North And South, which was her first published book of poems. It was written during her time on the island.
Bishop traveled extensively and lived in Brazil for sixteen years. She battled alcoholism and depression but spent many productive years in both Brazil and The Isle Of Bones. Her poem, Full Moon, Key West is a beautiful yet appropriately contrasting tribute to the island she once called home.
Hunter S. Thompson
Hunter S. Thompson, the inventor of Gonzo Journalism and author of Fear And Loathing In Las Vegas, The Rum Diary, and hundreds of published articles, letters, and essays began to visit the lower keys in the late 1970s to hang out with his friend Jimmy Buffett.
After Thompson was divorced he moved to The Isle Of Bones and stayed in Jimmy Buffet's unused apartment there through the mid-eighties. He was known to drive his full-size Buick convertible through Old Town while employing a bull horn to yell phrases like, "Get out of the way you bastards!" to pedestrian tourists crossing the intersections.
Hunter S. Thompson's book, Generation of Swine: Tales of Shame and Degradation in the 80's" was a compilation of newspaper columns that the author wrote while living in Key West.
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Key West, Florida has been home to many writers from the most famous to the most obscure. The island has always attracted and nurtured the creative spirit.
Throughout history there have been moments and places in time where great artists seemed to congregate. Paris in the 1920s and New York City in the 1950s for example. Cayo Hueso has been such a place from the early 1900s until today.
While the island's most famous writer will always be Ernest Hemingway, there are many other talented and celebrated writers who have lived and written on the tiny island at mile marker zero. Tennessee Williams, John Hersey, Thomas McGuane, Elizabeth Bishop, and Hunter S. Thompson are just a few of the other writers who have made their mark on, and been influenced by, the colorful town at the end of the road: Key West, Florida.


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What does digital transformation really mean? In the final post of our series, learn why you need to rethink your approach to vendor selection to get the most out of your investments.
With digital transformation challenging businesses to rethink the way they use technology, vendor selection has never been more vital. Technology touches nearly every facet of operation in one way or another, from processes to communication, and working with the right vendor ensures companies are integrating solutions that can help them achieve their goals.
No business ever intends to choose the wrong vendor, yet it happens often. You need a vendor that does more than simply supply a solution—you need someone who understands and cares about your precise needs. Failure to align yourself with the right vendor can lead to catastrophic results.
For example, just last year, the federal government froze funds to the T2 technology project hatched by the state of Texas due to a long list of problems. Originally launched in 2007, the T2 project was designed to build a better data system that would improve the way the state processed child support payments and investigations. Nine years later, the state still has little to show for the investment and the project has run $100 million over budget.
The root of the problem? Rampant issues with the vendors hired to pilot the project, from poor initial conception of the system to extensive implementation woes. The state is now in the process of scaling back the project to expedite completion, and the system originally envisioned by the state that would have benefited so many child support workers may never see the light of day.
Many companies take the wrong approach to vendor selection. They treat the process as a one-time purchase, and as a result, wind up buying a solution from a vendor with little insight into what the company actually needs.
The onus is on you to be more diligent in your selection. Instead of looking for a vendor, look for a strategic partner—an ally that is in it for the long haul and will collaborate with you to help you get the most out of your investments, both now and in the future. You rely on this partnership to stay ahead of the curve, and you need a vendor that will go the extra mile to help you adapt to whatever challenges arise.
There are numerous factors you need to consider as you look to reshape your vendor selection process. However, one of the most important steps you can take is simply setting expectations upfront. Let vendors know what you want from them and work out ways to reward them for their role in your success. This will help you quickly weed out the suboptimal vendors and identify the ideal partners.
At the end of the day, a healthy relationship goes both ways. In an ideal business-vendor partnership, both parties prosper.
Learn more about selecting the right technology partner for digital transformation in our report, The Digital Ultimatum.
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By Heather Regula, Correspondent
A Cup of Art, hosted by My Giving Tree at Arusha's Coffee, featured the artistic creations of Jessica Grace Designs.
Jessica Shelton, the artistic mind behind Jessica Grace Designs, has been creating her whole life – from painting the classroom windows of her teachers, to working with her sister Jamie to paint the ceiling tiles in her mom's store.
"My Cup of Art Show today features some of my coffee bean jewelry, essential oil infused jewelry, and coffee paintings. I use Arusha coffee beans in my jewelry," explained Shelton. "My mom encouraged me to get back into art as I like to paint. I wanted to use a medium that isn't widely used, so I started experimenting with coffee. Painting with coffee has been a cool experience, and I love how the art turns out. "
The jewelry and artwork created by Jessica Grace designs are sold exclusively at My Giving Tree.
"A love of art runs in the family – three of my four daughters are very artistic. Jessica has always been creative, and I'm so proud of her! It's incredible to see your daughters blossom into awesome women," remarked Leila Valchar, owner of My Giving Tree.
A Cup of Art takes place on the third Saturday of each month, at Arusha's Coffee in downtown Belton.


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Elfquest: The Original Quest Gallery Edition
ElfQuest continues to capture the imaginations of readers of all ages, as Chief Cutter and the Wolfriders battle savage humans, forge lasting alliances, and discover strange new lands in this ultimate fantasy adventure! This oversized gallery edition collects the first five issues of The Original Quest, "Fire and Flight." Each page is carefully scanned from Wendy's original art to capture every stroke and detail.
Winner of the Golden Pen Award from the Young Adult Advisory Committee!
Celebrate thirty-five years of the seminal ElfQuest!
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If you're planning a meeting or convention for 2018, 2019, 2020 or even further out and you're interested in Bryan College Station, take a look at 2017's events.
Texas Color Guard Circuit Championships
Two days with more than 6,000 performers and fans competing and spectating at the Texas Colorguard Circuit Championships in Bryan College Station, TX.
Venue: Reed Arena at Texas A&M University
The 2017 Texas 4-H Roundup
Held in College Station since its inception, (except 2012) The Texas 4-H Roundup is attended by around 4,000 youth and adults and consists of approximately 50 competitive events from archery to robotics.
Venue: Texas A&M University College Station, TX
29th Annual Student Conference on Latino Affairs (SCOLA) Conference
SCOLA is a three-day conference where participants interact with speakers, including national and state government officials, business leaders and media representatives.
Venue: Texas A&M Memorial Student Center
Nearby Attractions for All Events
Downtown Bryan | Messina Hof Winery | Traditions Golf Club | Northgate District | Museum of the American G.I. | Padlock Escape Games | Hall of Champions | George Bush Presidential Library and Museum | Research Park | Kyle Field
Nearby Hotels for All Events
Embassy Suites by Hilton College Inn | The Stella Hotel | Cavalry Court | The George | Hyatt Place College Station | TRYP by Wyndham
See more notable events hosted in 2017, like the 40th Annual Aggie Real Estate Network's 2017 Conference and the Global Optimization Conference.
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The approachable five-course tasting menu at Tongue in Cheek features inventive preparations with global influences—think a blueberry encapsulation with almonds and basil, potato kimchi cakes, and scallops with squid ink mustard and mushroom mousse. While a couple of dishes are carried over from the main menu, most are only offered via the prix fixe version, which switches up every few months to keep things interesting. Also noteworthy? The all-vegan iteration of the tasting menu shows the same level of imagination and skill, so plant-based eaters can indulge as well.


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ARC 2018 came to a rousing conclusion last night in Saint Lucia with the Prizegiving Ceremony marking the end of the world's most popular sailing rally for another year. Crews, friends and families were joined by numerous supporters at the Beausejour Indoor Facility just before sunset to enjoy an evening of celebration, not only to recognise the achievements of those who placed well in their respective classes but everyone who shared in the spirit of the ARC adventure in 2018.
Earlier in the day, true rally spirit swept through IGY Rodney Bay Marina as the final arrival made landfall. The smallest boat from the fleet, Halmatic 30 Excalibur arrived just hours before the Prizegiving Ceremony and it was an emotional moment for Tim and Caitriona who sailed double-handed. They were welcomed to their berth with rapturous cheers from their fellow crews, and received a standing ovation during the Prizegiving Ceremony honouring their achievement.
It is often said that there is no 'typical' ARC however ARC 2018 will certainly be remembered as a 'classic'. Consistent ENE trade winds have been blowing almost from the day of departure from Las Palmas and enabled the fleet to enjoy some great downwind sailing steadily counting down the miles to Rodney Bay. With the exception of a few squalls on their final approach, it has been an easy year for the navigators to simply to point toward The Pitons and on average boats arrived one or two days earlier than usual, eager to stretch their land-legs and explore Saint Lucia.
For the Multihulls, winner of the Division overall and Class B was Lagoon 42-2 Ice Cat from Poland. Rounding off their ten year circumnavigation in real style, Eric and Tamara Barto sailed their Aikane 56 Sea Child to the top spot of Class A.
The ARC's presence in Saint Lucia has been firmly felt around the Caribbean island and the Prizegiving Ceremony also gave the opportunity to thank local supporters who have provided an exceptional welcome to participants. IGY Rodney Bay Marina General Manager Sean Deveaux and Tessa Joseph for Events Company Saint Lucia both said a few words, and Hon. Dominic Fedee, Minister for Tourism, Information and Broadcasting gave an enthusiastic speech highlighting the importance of the rally to the island and the exciting developments in store for Saint Lucia in the future.
Some of the biggest cheers of the night came for crews who were recognised for their achievements and contributions to the overall rally atmosphere with special prizes awarded including the Double-handed Award, Senior Cup and Family Boat awards, along with accolades for Best Logs, the Fishing Competition and recognition for the Radio Net Controllers and Finish Line volunteers. The only all-female crew in the ARC this year, the Ocean Ladies from Finland took home the Arch Marez Trophy, awarded to the yacht that best displays the partying spirit that Rodney Bay Marina founder Arch Marez embodied. The first Korean-flagged yacht ever to sail with the ARC, Adagio, received the Kaprys Award of overcoming adversity, signing up to the rally only days before departure and working tirelessly to ensure the boat was ready for the crossing.
The Spirit of the ARC award was, as usual, saved for last. Each year it is awarded to the yacht that best displays the general spirit of goodwill and enthusiasm that the rally creates amongst the fleet. This year, it was in fact awarded to a boat who had gone to the aid of a damaged yacht sailing outside of the ARC fleet. Whilst not part of the rally, when yacht Second Wind reported that they had been struck by a whale, the four man crew of Seren stood by whilst the strike damage and rudder stock problem were assessed. They then selflessly sailed in company for the remainder of the crossing, finally giving further support having crossed the finish line by acting as a relay until the arranged tow for Second Wind was under control and the boat was safely hauled out. In total, they stood by Second Wind for eleven days, offering reassuring support to her crew who joined Seren on stage as they collected their award.


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Your real estate investments thrive on occupancy. Because of this, it's incredibly frustrating when tenants want to break a lease before it expires. What should you do in a situation like this? The tendency would be to decline the request and demand that the rest of the lease be paid in full. After all, you have rights as a landlord, and one of those rights is to hold your tenants to finish out their leases.
But situations like this are also complicated, and it's important to understand the ins and outs of what to do if your tenants want to break their lease before making a final decision.
Key Decision Factors
It's always about cost versus benefit when you think about letting a tenant break a lease. Of course, a vacant unit is a cost — you're paying for that empty space until someone moves in. But there's also a cost to dealing with an unhappy tenant who is not allowed out of their lease, and there can sometimes be damage to your brand reputation — a bad review on a website, other tenants moving out because of the way you handled a situation, etc.
There are reasons that should compel you to let a tenant out of their lease. These reasons are myriad, but there are a few common ones that should be top of mind at all times, including:
- Military Service: If your tenant is called on to active duty in the military, there's little benefit in forcing them to stay. They must be somewhere else to serve the country, and you should let them go. This is one of the potential brand damagers. If it gets out that you're holding the feet of military personnel to the fire, it's not going to inspire others to want to rent from you. In addition to these reasons, there are a variety of laws that must be considered. For example, the Service Members Civil Relief Act (SCRA) plays a critical role in lease terminations involving active duty service members. Always be mindful of possible legal implications of the wrong decision.
- Job Transfers: If someone's getting moved to a different location for work, it's hard to make them stay and pay. Do inquire about any programs their company may have for relocation. Sometimes benefits help cover costs associated with breaking a lease.
- Personal Challenges: If your tenant has lost a job, lost a loved one or dealt with some other extraordinary circumstance, it can feel particularly heartless to keep them in their lease. Again, it's also a risk to your brand if it gets out online or elsewhere that you're forcing people with challenges to stay in their agreements.
Also, consider letting anyone who's a headache out of their lease early. It can be a surprise benefit if the person who's always burning up the phone lines with requests for inconsequential repairs and maintenance wants to move out.
Claim Your Rights — to a Point
As a landlord, you have certain rights, as does your tenant. Take advantage of these rights to protect yourself and your investment, but also know where to draw the line. Just because you have a right doesn't mean you need to exercise it. Many times, the solution that's best for both parties is somewhere in the middle of a compromise. Many times the practical, amicable approach achieves far greater results than the hardline, no compromise approach.
Take each situation in stride and make the best possible decision for your brand and your bottom line. If that means claiming a right, so be it. If it means letting someone out of their lease early without dreadful penalty, that can be the best decision, too.
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Should I let my tenant break the lease? If you find yourself wondering about this, perhaps the better question would be: Should I hire a property management group to make these decisions for me? There are many reasons to allow a tenant to break the lease, and there are just as many reasons to say "no" when they want out. At Harrisburg Property Management Group, we have deep experience in those situations and in making the key decisions they require.
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Many homeowners who have invested in new high efficiency heating and cooling equipment didn't get the comfort and energy efficiency they paid for.
Air Conditioning and Heating System Decision Making Long Term
Buying and installing a new heating and cooling system is a very important financial decision. What you pay to buy and install the new equipment can be costs you don't plan to have. You are giving your utility company a opportunity to bill each month for using the new system. You will have to maintain the system, and pay to fix it when it breaks down, and replace it again when it no longer is efficient. In time, the costs of the system will exceed the initial cost of buying it. The improperly installed wrong system, could cost you to over 15-20 years of unneeded utility and repair bills. It may not give the comfort you expect and deserve. Of course affecting your family's health and safety. Don't rush into your decision. If you make the wrong choice, you will have to live IN your decision for as long as you own your home.
Choosing The Right Contractor
All Air Conditioning And Heating Contractors Are Not Created Equal
Most people take for granted the comfort provided by their central air conditioner, heat pump or furnace until something goes wrong and the unit needs to be serviced or replaced. When this happens, you need a quality air conditioning and heating contractor who is knowledgeable, skilled and qualified to do the job. Choosing a reliable contractor is more important than the brand of equipment, because no matter how well-made a furnace is or who manufactures it, the comfort, reliability, and energy efficiency are still in the hands of the contractor doing the installation.
A Quality Contractor
- Has been in business long enough to have established a history of customer satisfaction by standing behind the work that they have done.
- Complies with state and local codes and regulations and carries the required liability insurance and has proof of it.
- Insures its workers with workmans compensation insurance and has proof of it.
- Is prompt and courteous and provides fast, reliable service, attempting to perform service at your convenience.
- Is in good standing with the Better Business Bureau.
- Will protect your home and property with floor savers and drop cloths.
- Has the required state licenses to legally operate as a heating and air conditioning company.
- Does drug testing and background checks on all new employees and continues with random testing during their employment.
- Provides in house training on a weekly basis for all service and installation personnel.
- A quality contractor is up-to-date on the newest developments in equipment, technology, and design procedures in order to help you choose a system which will best fit your needs.
- A quality contractor offers planned preventive maintenance service to maximize the life of your equipment, and he honors the terms of the warranty on the equipment throughout the warranty period.
- Can provide a list of references for you to call and inquire of their satisfaction with work that was done for them.
- A quality contractor will follow up with you to make certain that you are satisfied with the service or installation after the work is done.
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In my new HUNTED series with Harlequin Teen, a strong inspiration for book #1 INDIGO AWAKENING and the series is the idea that Indigo, Crystal, or Star children are the next evolution of mankind. I am very intrigued by the idea that despite what man might believe—that we are top of the food chain and can't foresee a 2.0 version of us—mankind is bound to evolve into something beyond what we are today. And yes, there are many people who believe that these children (or Indigo Warrior adults) exist among us and are evolving into a more enlightened version of ourselves. Query "Indigo children" online and you will get over 61 million hits. The phenomenon of Indigo children or Indigo adults have inspired books, movies, TV shows, national news coverage, and been linked to the CIA and the Pentagon.
The tag line for the book is "They are our future, if they survive." In my fictional book, these special psychic kids are being secretly hunted by the Believers, a fanatical church that fears what these children (and the Indigo adults who are protecting them) are becoming. A storm is brewing on the streets of LA.
But today I would like to see how many of YOU are an Indigo. At ADR3NALIN3, we think all of our followers are special and exceptional. Take the Indigo test and see if you are the next evolution of mankind and share your results with us in a comment too.
Do you see people's auras? Have you ever seen the dead or angels? Are you intuitive or have you ever had a deja vu moment that struck you as sooooo real? Do you know anyone like this?
If you were an Indigo, what kind of psychic powers would you want to have?
If you have trouble taking the quiz on the widget below, click HERE for the link to the test, but please post a comment and tell us how you did. Some of you may not need a test to tell you what you already know. I have a very strong feeling--call me psychic--that our little community at ADR3 is loaded with exceptional readers.


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Just like the ancient entrance to the city (Porta del Popolo) that Casa Montani overlooks, this urban oasis is a gateway to Rome. Within seconds youŌĆÖre at Piazza del Popolo, Villa Borghese and Via Babuino. In just five minutes youŌĆÖre fighting for a photo opportunity at the Spanish Steps. A further five and youŌĆÖll be faced with the mighty Pantheon and wondrous Vatican City. This is whatŌĆÖs so fantastic about Casa Montani: so many of RomeŌĆÖs treasures are on your doorstep.
YouŌĆÖll feel like a local socialite going about your business from your exclusive city cubbyhole complete with staff whoŌĆÖll bring continental breakfast to your room each morning. Owner Giuseppe Montani has put everything into his family business (the Montanis have owned the third floor of this towering flamingo-pink building since 1916) to create an upscale town house vacation spot. The man himself is often on hand, plus co-owner Charlotte Bontemps, to offer local, inside info on where to eat, shop and visit. They know this city inside/out and their unquestionable taste and penchant for superior quality is evident by the swanky custom-made furnishings and finest Italian/French fabrics in each room and suite.
The city may be outside your window but thereŌĆÖs nothing but peace and quiet inside. Sound-proofed windows guarantee an undisturbed nightŌĆÖs sleep.