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Young people at risk often have low self esteem and are disadvantaged. The audiovisual resources help them to express fears, desires and needs. EAIA "Equip d'Atenció a la Infància i l'Adolescència," is a public service that promotes these usually unheard voices.
Colectivo Piloto created and managed, for EAIA, the educational and audiovisual content of workshops during which the participants create short documentaries about their personal experiences. They have had the opportunity to use the audiovisual resources to express their concerns, fears, needs and visions about the future, turning negative feelings about the present into a promising experiences for the future. This educational and psychological approach using audiovisual resources gives them the possibility to explore their personalities and contemplate the reality that surround them without the need to be judged for their ideas and experiences. The psychological use of the media acts as the conscious-unconscious parts of the cognitive and sensory system, improving their self esteem and helping them in the complex process for decision making. Inadvertently they become the protagonists of their own lives.
This program was designed and conducted by the filmmaker Pablo Herrera, one of the leading filmmakers for documentaries, particularly within the educational and community building genres. His expertise is known throughout the media education community in the United States and Spain for his ability to use filmmaking as an educational tool, developing innovative media learning systems. Pablo Herrera has the expertise in creating successful documentary films with teens, but he also has the extraordinary talent of educating and creating community through filmmaking.
Watch all these inspiring videos on the EAIA Vimeo Channel.


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Yesterday I shared a tag tutorial that featured ribbon with a center dyed bow. I wanted to share the technique to make the center dyed bow separately so that it didn't get lost in yesterday's really long post. This coloring technique is so easy to do and adds so much wow!
Center Dyed Bow tutorial:
Begin by creating a fluffy bow. My Fluffy Bow template will make it really easy to create a bow that isn't attached to anything.
Mist the bow generously with water until it is completely wet. Wring gently in a dry cloth.
Hold the bow so that the bow loops are all pointing down. The front center of the bow and the beginning edges of the loops near the center should be exposed and at the top.
Note- be sure your fingers are clean of other inks and paints. The wet ribbon will absorb any inky finger residue.
Spray a mist or two of Distress Spray Stain onto your craft sheet.
Dab the ribbon into the Distress Spray Stain. Keep the loops held in your fingers so that they stay clean. You should only apply color to the center and the beginning edges of the loops that are right next to the center of the bow.
The wet ribbon will wick the color through the ribbon. It will be fairly intense at this point. If you love it, dry the ribbon.
Mist the bow generously with water to soften the color and wick the color out even more.
Wring the bow with a dry cloth to remove the excess moisture.
Dry the bow with a heat tool.
Add the bow to your project and enjoy!
Isn't that so fun and easy? I love that it is such a simple way to turn a plain bow into a real focal point!
For a another fun way to color your ribbon, check out my Edge Dyed Crinkle Ribbon tutorial.


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Kendrick Lamar and Bruno Mars, who were up for album of the year, won three Grammy Awards each .Jay Z was snubbed despite a whopping 8 nominations .
List of winners below
Album of the year
"24K Magic," Bruno Mars
Record of the year
"24K Magic," Bruno Mars
Song of the year
"That's What I Like," Bruno Mars
Country album
"From a Room, Vol. 1," Chris Stapleton
New artist
Alessia Cara
Comedy album
"The Age of Spin & Deep in the Heart of Texas," Dave Chappelle
Rap album
"DAMN.," Kendrick Lamar
New artist
Alessia Cara
Rap/sung performance
"Loyalty," Kendrick Lamar feat. Rihanna
Pop solo performance
"Shape of You," Ed Sheeran
Pop vocal album
"÷," Ed Sheeran
Traditional pop vocal album
"Tony Bennett Celebrates 90," various artists
Pop duo/group performance
"Feel It Still," Portugal. The Man
Country song
"Broken Halos," Chris Stapleton
Country solo performance
"Either Way," Chris Stapleton
Country duo/group performance
"Better Man," Little Big Town
Rap song
"HUMBLE.," Kendrick Lamar
Rap performance (single or track)
"HUMBLE.," Kendrick Lamar
R&B album
"24K Magic," Bruno Mars
Urban contemporary album
"Starboy," The Weeknd
R&B song
"That's What I Like," Bruno Mars
Traditional R&B performance
"Redbone," Childish Gambino
R&B performance
"That's What I Like," Bruno Mars
Alternative music album
"Sleep Well Beast," The National
Rock album
"A Deeper Understanding," The War on Drugs
Rock song
"Run," Foo Fighters
Metal performance
"Sultan's Curse," Mastodon
Rock performance (single or track)
"You Want It Darker," Leonard Cohen
American roots song
"If We Were Vampires," Jason Isbell And The 400 Unit
American roots performance
"Killer Diller Blues," Alabama Shakes
Contemporary Christian album
"Chain Breaker," Zach Williams
Gospel album
"Let Them Fall in Love," CeCe Winans
Jazz instrumental album
"Rebirth," Billy Childs
New age album
"Dancing on Water," Peter Kater
Song written for visual media
"How Far I'll Go (Moana)," Lin-Manuel Miranda


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>The power of the Internet and email is amazing to me. I don't know who authored this letter but I have received it from nearly a dozen different individuals, some on my contact list and from others that I don't even know. From what I happen to know about Sean Byrnes's record and of Mary Mahoney, I would have to say that it is right on.
Dear Fellow Middletown Resident,
Someone you know has sent this to you as an effort to help make residents more aware of what has been happening behind the scenes of our local government, and why our property taxes are so high and continue to rise. Due to our Township Committee's refusal to institute ways of making our local government more transparent, most residents really have no way of knowing the decisions the Committee has been making about how they spend our tax dollars. It has been that way for three decades and Mayor Scharfenberger and the Middletown Republican Party would like to keep it that way.
It is not only impossibly expensive, but it is just impossible to communicate the truth the traditional way- with signs, ads and direct mailings. There is simply too much important information that people need to know, and hopefully this email will serve that purpose. Thank you for taking a few minutes to read it. This election is pivotal for Middletown. Voters need to be able to make a truly informed decision, not just rely on distortions, misinformation and character assassinations.
Sean Byrnes is the only Democrat on the Township Committee. For those of you who don't pay close attention to how our local governing body operates, Sean is widely recognized as the fiscal conservative on the Committee. This stems from his experience handling budgets for the U. S. Coast Guard during a time when the Coast Guard was repeatedly suffering reductions in funding. He has voted against the last 3 Middletown municipal budgets voicing frustration at the Township's failure to shrink the size of local government and the absence of any Finance Committee to prepare a financial plan for the Township. Over his objection, each of the three years he has been in office, the majority has approved substantial increases in our municipal tax levy. The municipal tax levy in 2005 was $31,217,469, and it is $45,349,477 for 2010. That's a 45% jump in the 6 years that Gerry Scharfenberger has been in office. There have been recent Township mailings going out to households (paid for with taxpayer dollars by the way) "spinning" the tax statistics to make them look better. The truth is that the numbers speak for themselves:
In 2010, a comparison of the 8 neighboring municipalities revealed that Middletown had the highest jump in the municipal tax levy.
Here are the numbers:
Although the Mayor has cited large snowplowing expenses and other factors as the cause for this substantial increase, the reality is that all of these towns faced the same financial pressures, but only Middletown has had to seek approval from the Local Finance Board for Emergency Appropriations in each of the last 3 years to allow Middletown to exceed its scheduled appropriations.
Committeeman Byrnes has recommended sweeping changes in how Middletown delivers its services, but as the lone Democrat, he cannot even get a second vote to allow discussion of his ideas. Here are some examples:
· He sought to force competitive bids for all engineering work related to roads and other larger projects in town, instead of hiring the same politically-connected engineering firm to do all Township engineering work over the last 35 years. This firm gets paid on average over $1,000,000 every year.
· He has recommended consolidating the maintenance personnel in the Parks & Recreation Department, Public Works Department and the maintenance personnel working for the Board of Education.
· He pushed for privatization of much of the Township's leaf and brush pickup, which consumes a large portion of the Township's workforce. The Committee reluctantly agreed to bid out a small portion of the Township and realized a savings of $100,000 when the bid was received.
· He has recommended partnering with local non-profits like the YMCA to provide non-essential services like cultural and recreational activities so as to eliminate excessive costs associated with full-time employees' pay and benefits, including health benefits that extend into retirement years.
· He has asked his fellow Committee members for 3 years to create a Finance Committee like every other municipality and well-run organization, but they have refused. He suspects that his fellow Committee members fear bringing citizens into the financial planning for the Township, because it would reveal the dire shape of the Township's finances and the poor decision making by the Committee which got the town into this situation in the first place. Also, those no-bid contracts, politically–appointed positions (with benefits) and other practices would finally be brought to light if the public became involved. He knows that Middletown is rich with talent and resources – very highly-qualified people who, regardless of party affiliation, would volunteer to examine the budget and make recommendations to the Committee on how to cut costs and save tax dollars. Numerous other towns, with budgets a fraction of the size of Middletown's, utilize Finance Committees to help them make the best decisions. It is absurd that a township the size of Middletown does not. It is unnerving to think why that is so.
· He believes that the residents of Middletown need to be more engaged in the governing process and he has observed a disconnect between the residents and their elected officials. He has advocated for televising the Township meetings to allow broader access to the public, but the Mayor and majority refuse to do so. They don't want anyone to really know what is going on. Why is that? Byrnes did however have some success with his request to have the resolutions posted on the town website. This means that residents are now able to see what is being discussed and voted on at the Committee meetings through the website. Prior to that, anyone who went to a meeting would have no clue what was being discussed. Televising or streamlining the meetings online would be a wonderful way for residents to be connected without having to leave home. Other nearby towns are doing it already at little or no cost and it has been very positively received.
· He has recommended placing the Township's attorney on a fixed retainer to reduce expenses and add predictability to this line item. The majority has refused to limit the (politically connected) attorney's expenses in this fashion.
· He has called for a Task Force to examine whether Middletown still needs a Sewerage Authority. There are seven Commissioners of the Sewerage Authority who are entitled to receive pay, pension and health benefits. (Remember, there are only 5 Committee members, who are responsible for the entire township). In addition, the Director earns a salary in excess of $100,000. The Sewerage Authority meets once a month for less than an hour. These members are all active Republicans, including a former Mayor, party Treasurer, party Vice Chair etc. Middletown has been substantially developed and Sean Byrnes believes folding the Authority into the Public Works Department would save hundreds of thousands of dollars in overhead. Efforts by Byrnes to investigate the merger of the Sewage Authority and Township Government have been opposed and blocked by Mayor Scharfenberger.
Both Sean and his running mate, Mary Mahoney, believe these sensible initiatives, if adopted, might have helped to avoid the large-scale tax increases of recent years. Sean and Mary stand by these recommendations. Together they will bring a conservative perspective to the Committee by examining how operations can be improved, by introducing management practices proven to eliminate waste and by improving the depth of research and analysis done prior to making important decisions.
Electing Mary Mahoney will bring strong organizational and leadership skills, currently lacking on the Committee. Her 18 years of experience in the business world honed these skills enabling her to challenge the Committee last year when they were poised to make another poorly planned investment at a time when they were already $5.5M in the red. She helped form a citizens' group, hired their own engineer, proved the folly of the Committee's majority leadership and won. In addition, in the past 10 years while raising her two sons Mary has been an active member of her community serving on several local boards dedicated to maintaining and improving the quality of life for residents of Middletown. Mary's experiences with our local government have shown her that Middletown's majority leadership is not representing the residents' needs and vows to change this.
The Asbury Park Press has had this to say about Sean Byrnes :
"Sean Byrnes' passion for cutting government spending and increasing transparency separate him from the field" (APP 10/18/09)
(He) "is bright, articulate and has an uncommon grasp of the issues" (APP 10/18/09).
Part of the problem is that without a second vote, resolutions cannot be discussed at Township Committee meetings. Sean's ideas die on the vine, because no one will second them to allow discussion. This is partisan politics at its worst, and the taxpayers end up paying for it. Electing both Sean and Mary will force discussion of these and their other ideas that will help Middletown reduce waste and manage our tax dollars more efficiently. Once there is a discussion, there is also a public record of those discussions. We will gain transparency in our local government and make our elected officials accountable for their actions.
From the beginning of his term three years ago, Sean Byrnes has been pleading to step up the recycling program in Middletown. Recycling is an issue both the Byrnes and Mahoney families have always felt very strongly about and have been putting into practice for a long time. As Sean has explained at many Committee meetings, it will not only reduce expenses, it will bring in revenue as well. He has described how his own household of 7 people produces less than one can of garbage a week simply by recycling mixed paper and newspaper. No one on the Committee would listen. Now it is election time and the Mayor is campaigning about "his" recycling program. Another request Sean had made months ago was to have a property reassessment for the township. The rest of the Committee would not discuss it. Then, Mayor Scharfenberger introduces a resolution for a reassessment, once again taking credit for Byrnes' ideas. To make matters worse, he uses taxpayers' dollars to campaign via Township publications and robocalls sent to every household. This again is partisan politics.
Regardless of their party, voters understand the importance of maintaining balance on the Township Committee. We have not had much of that in recent years. In the last two years, the four Republican Committee members have never disagreed with one another. Over the course of hundreds of votes on resolutions, ordinances, and other matters, they have voted together, never disagreeing with one another. Elected officials should feel comfortable to vote their conscience. They clearly are answering to someone other than the people that elected them; one might suspect it is their local party.
Let's get some balance on the Township Committee. Let's give Sean Byrnes and Mary Mahoney the ability to introduce some of these cost-cutting ideas by electing them. Even if both are successful, it still leaves them in a minority, but it gives them the all-important ability to force discussion on issues like those mentioned above. And because 4 votes are required to approve any bonding for the Township, their presence would curb any excessive reliance on this borrowing power. This is vital since the total bond debt in Middletown went from around $48M in 2001 to over $75M today. The numbers speak for themselves, in just 10 years we have borrowed and are paying interest on an additional $27,000,000.
Sean Byrnes and Mary Mahoney do not have to try to destroy anyone's character, distort facts or take quotes out of context and put their own captions under them. They just need to get the truth out there for people to see and judge for themselves.
This election should not be about local politics, it should be about creating a governing body that can reduce spending and provide much needed tax relief for our residents.
You can make a difference by making an informed decision and voting for Sean Byrnes and Mary Mahoney. You can help make a balanced local government a reality by forwarding this message to every Middletown resident you know.
For more about Sean Byrnes, Mary Mahoney and very interesting information about what has been going on behind the scenes of our local government, and where your tax dollars have been going, visit:


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Serbia Performance Measurement
Project Dates
04/26/2005 - 05/30/2006
This project developed a performance information and management system (PIMS) for Active Labor Market Programs (ALMPs) in the Republic of Serbia. ALMPs are operated by the National Employment Service (NES) under the Ministry of Labor Employment and Social Policy (MOLESP). Model systems were developed and tested in two local labor offices.
Final Project Report: Plan for a Model PIMS (Labor Market Monitoring and Evaluation in the Employment Promotion Project for the Ministry of Labor Employment and Social Policy, Republic of Serbia), Christopher J. O'Leary, Lillian Vesic-Petrovic (2006)
World Bank
Subject Area
INTERNATIONAL ISSUES; International labor comparisons


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Milwaukee, WI — In August of 2013 former detective Rodolfo Gomez savagely beat Deron Love during an interrogation. He was chained to the wall.
Love, 27, was accused of killing his 7-month-old baby, a charge he would not confess to and one that he would eventually beat.
A year after being tortured by Gomez, Love was found not guilty of first-degree reckless homicide and child neglect in the death of his infant son.
Love's innocence was of no matter to Gomez who repeatedly compelled him to confess.
After becoming tired of being told to confess to a crime that he did not commit, Love became agitated and began screaming in the face of Gomez. Gomez, then "feared for his safety" as the man, who was chained to a wall yelled at him. So he began to beat the restrained man – savagely.
There are two videos of Gomez's interaction with Love. In the first video, Gomez is seen unleashing multiple punches and knee blows to the face and head of Love.
In the second video, both of Love's hands are chained to the wall. Seeing the opportunity to inflict more pain, Gomez then began gouging Love's eyes out. The screams are hard to bare.
Gomez was subsequently fired for this despicable behavior. However, he is now appealing.
Earlier this month, using a controversial tactic of slow-motion video presentation, the defense was somehow able to convince a jury that Gomez actually "feared for his safety."
The defense broke the video down, frame by frame, and used cherry-picked images to sway the jury into believing their ridiculous self-defense stance.
Sadly, the jury was eventually convinced.
What do you think? Watch the graphic video below and tell us in the comments if you think Gomez's safety was ever in danger.


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Ventura Magazine January 2012 Editor's Note:
Richard Barth hit the first notes hard, blowing double time, riffing like mad about jazz and jazz musicians and jazz venues and Ventura County jazz in general. The man had his groove, no doubt. It was April 8, 2010 and his solo—a scopious email with the subject line, "story idea - jazz scene in ventura county"—listed dozens of jazz bands and individual jazz musicians between T.O. and Ojai.
I riffed back quietly, half time feel, side-slipping a commitment. Yes, I told him, a story should be done. But… dot, dot, dot.
What I was really thinking was: too much info. How to distill all that jazz into one cohesive article? And what about photos? This thing was an octopus, a tome. And here I am an editor with but a few pages to work with, and really what I need are quick byte queries with tightly focused story ideas and this wild jam session of a pitch was just the opposite of that.
Then Leslie Westbrook blew a change.
She pulled me into the pocket with a pitch about another local jazz cat named Richard—Richard Tell, who'd fired up a series of live performances called Ojai Jazz Concerts. Leslie and I bopped back and forth, expanding the focus of her pitch and narrowing the focus of Barth's. My emails were caveat-laden ("it'd require a lot of phone calls, quote gathering"), hers passionate ("the daughter of a jazz musician and jazz fan—and one who likes to keep jazz alive").
And that was just the beginning. The article (page 31) evolved as one spontaneous interaction led to another. The creative process became something of a multifarious improv: a jazz-style jam, you could say, with photographers, musicians, jazz lovers, concert organizers, a writer, and an editor chiming in. Now that it's all boiled to a crescendo and cooled back down, this soup pot approach seems entirely fitting.
Cover Story:
From T.O. to Ojai, the great American art keeps on keeping time. LESLIE A. WESTBROOK riffs on the Ventura County jazz highway.
IT ALL BEGAN LIKE THIS: Somehow, having learned that I am a jazz fan (as well as a jazz pianist's daughter), a crazily enthusiastic dude named Richard Tell called me on the telephone and began pontificating about his new series of monthly jazz concerts in Ojai. The lines were burning up with the impresario's enthusiasm as he raved about some of the musicians he's featured, as well as his future plans. The concert venue—Ojai Valley Community Church ("Don't call it a church," he begged)—was certainly unique. I was intrigued. Anyway, church or no church, I believe that jazz is holy and I embraced the idea with equal parts enthusiasm and curiosity.
I will admit that I did find it a bit odd watching jazz bird Denise Donatelli scat in front of a cross, but her performance with her trio was terrific. And I was thrilled beyond belief to find a place (outside of L.A.'s Jazz Bakery or Santa Barbara's Lobero Theater) where I could listen to jazz, without the clinking of wine glasses, in the company of a mutually respectful, appreciative crowd of fellow jazz fans. So I became a believer—in Ojai Jazz Concerts—and encourage all ye faithful to come to the holy world of jazz.
I SENT OFF AN EMAIL to Matt, the editor here at Ventana, telling him about Rich. Soon, he riffed back, "You gotta check out Davey Miller, former pro surfer, artist, musician… He's passionate about jazz and a classic Ventura character." Character indeed, with a heart of gold when it comes to top jazz musicians (seasoned pros from L.A. such as bassist Tony Dumont, pianist Mitch Foreman, and saxophonist Doug Webb), whom he invites to Ventura—and pays out of his own pocket—to jam with him in small local venues, most currently at Andres Wine & Tapas Bar in the Ventura Harbor on the first Friday of every month. "I must have played thousands of gigs for free, but I pay the guys," Davey told me.
I landed on Davey's Myspace page where I was delighted to lend my ears to a sweet and tasty straight-ahead rendition of Cole Porter's "What is This Thing called Love?" played the way I heard music growing up as a 1950s "cool West Coast jazz" kid hiding beneath my father's piano.
It's not always an older crowd digging this music these days. "I love jazz," enthused Ben Norens, a 29-year-old Channel Islands resident I met one night after he and a couple of fellow youthful buddies were lured into the wine bar by Davey Miller and his players' music while departing the nearby Ventura Harbor Comedy Club. No surprise. It was top-notch jazz, performed by of a quartet of accomplished musicians: super fine vibraphonist Nick Mancini (who drove up from Toluca Lake); bassist Bruce Lett (from Malibu), trombonist Ira Nepus (from Thousand Oaks), and the indomitable Davey Miller on drums and a few vocals.
If Davey is the patron saint of jazz in Ventura, then Ira Nepus may well be the keeper of the holy grail in East Ventura. Fresh off the "thrill of his career," playing two solos for Sir Paul McCartney's forthcoming album of jazz standards (and sitting next to Sir Paul in Capitol Records' famous "Studio A" for three hours!), Nepus actively promotes jazz in East Ventura County. (More on that in a moment.)
IF THERE'S A HERO IN ALL THIS it's Ventura County resident and jazz aficionado Rich Barth, a downtown L.A. commuter by day who moonlights as the e-publisher of a monthly list of local jazz events and venues—online at venturacountyjazz.com.
This dude is dedicated. He spent two-and-a-half hours crawling through traffic to get to The SideCar Restaurant in Ventura, where we met during one of their steamin' "Jazz and Grilled Cheese Tuesday" events. Over a great evening of music performed by Coda—made up of David Johnson on vibes, Kevin Fukagawa on piano, David Robaire on bass, and Charles Levin on drums—we dug into a great meal and fine tunes.
I hit Cafe Fiore downtown later that same evening, to be delighted by a swingin' rendition of "If I Only Had Brain" (yes, from The Wizard of Oz), by crooner and Ventura resident Bernie Meisinger (pronounced "my-singer"). An L.A. transplant (via a small town in Pennsylvania), Meisinger met Maria Fiore in the big city before there was Fiore's in Ventura. A few years later she called. The rest, as they say, is history.
"After playing the gig at Cafe Fiore for a few months, I found myself spending more and more time [in Ventura]," says Meisinger. "On days off, I'd ride my motorcycle up here to cool off from the heat of the San Fernando Valley and spend time with folks I found to be genuine and unaffected. One thing led to another, and in 2005 I bought a boat large enough to live on here in the harbor."
Down Thousand Oaks way, jazz trombonist Ira Nepus grew up in a jazz household under his father's tutelage. In addition to his gigs, he puts on the summer series of jazz concerts at Gardens of the Worlds, on Thousand Oaks Boulevard. Nepus plays in the world-renown Clayton-Hamilton Big Band, as well as the Boyd Cannon Big Band, monthly at Borderline in T.O. He also went on a world tour this year with Elton John and Elvis Costello. Yet he finds time to organize fundraisers to help local high schools raise money to send their jazz bands to competitions, and sets up gigs for local jazz musicians to play around the county.
"What Davey Miller is to the Ventura jazz scene, Ira is tenfold to the Conejo Valley jazz scene," Barth said.
It's no coincidence that there's jazz at the Ojai Valley Inn. I first met jazz aficionado Janis Clapoff (the Inn's former managing director) in the late 1980s in New York City, at a rooftop jazz party she organized at a Park Avenue hotel she was managing at the time. Several hotel gigs later, she brought jazz to Ojai—to the Inn's Neff Lounge on weekend nights beginning at 8:00 p.m., a policy that I hope will endure.
There are many more spots to hit on the Ventura County jazz highway; my bucket list is overflowing with places like the Famous Sports Bar and Grille in Thousand Oaks. Rich Barth spoke before the Thousand Oaks City Council (after writing a letter and soliciting similar impassioned writing from everyone he knew) a few years ago to get a live music permit for the establishment.
"I found myself at a City Hall council meeting requesting live jazz," he explained. "A few weeks later we were elated to get the permit and the owner, Tony Madoyan, invited the first improvisational music group." Since then, "Jazz Thursdays" have been going strong. Thousand Oaks resident and Grammy Award winner Gordon Goodwin and his eighteen-member Big Phat Band played not long ago to a standing-room-only crowd of multi-generational jazz fans, including local high school musicians. (There's also a student jazz jam there once a month.)
And there's Hamid Cooper and his Latin Jazz band, who play at various venues, including Zin American Bistro in Westlake and Bogie's Bar and Lounge at the Westlake Village Inn. There's resident world-class talent like Bob Bain, jazz guitarist and 22-year member of The Tonight Show Band, who lives in Oxnard; Jim Fox, jazz guitar player for the Frank Sinatra Jr. Band, who hangs in Ojai; and of course pianist/composer Roger Kellaway (featured in the April 2011 issue of Ventana), who also hangs his hat in Ojai. Oh, and rumor has it that Tom Scott recently moved to Ventura.
For those who like early jazz, or "jass," Piper Winery, high atop Rincon Mountain, hosts a fun potluck/wine tasting/jass jam (Ventana, August 2010) the first Sunday of every month except January in a converted barn with a great view. On Sundays at the Pacific Corinthian Yacht Club in Channel Islands Harbor there's a different focus, with bands from L.A. performing. Simi Adult Community Center has New Orleans jazz, and The Sportsman Restaurant in Camarillo hosts Diz Mullin's Swing Shift.
Other regional big bands include the Ojai Big Band, Ventura Jazz Orchestra, Untouchables, Unforgettables, Swing Shift, Boyd Cannon Big Band, Gordon Goodwin's bands, Danny Puchillo Four Brothers Big Band, Dean Adams Big Band, Joe Gray and his Late Nite Big Band, The Matt Finders Octet, The Tom Peterson Sextet. And not to be overlooked: the college bands at Ventura College, Moorpark College, and Cal Lutheran University.
Phew! That's a lot of great jazz for just one county.
There is much to be celebrated. The musicians I heard were all incredibly talented and completely approachable. The crowds were super friendly, and the great music was often paired with tasty food and libations. But be forewarned: if someone cancels a gig and the musicians or venue don't get their listing or changes in to Rich Barth's web guide, you could end up on a dead end street on the jazz highway, as I almost did. Be sure to call the venues ahead of time.
So what are you doing sitting here reading this? Get off your duff and hop on the Ventura County jazz highway. I think you'll find it's quite a trip, in more ways than one.
For the most complete listing of local jazz venues, jazz musicians, and all things jazz-related in Ventura County, log on to venturacountyjazz.com.
The next presentation in the Ojai Jazz Concert series will be The Ron Eschete Trio, January 21 at 8:00 p.m., Ojai Valley Community Church. For tickets and details, contact Richard Tell (firstname.lastname@example.com; 805.746.0936) or visit the Facebook page by searching "Ojai Jazz Concerts."
Special thanks to all the photographers, musicians, and music lovers who contributed to this jazzy conglomeration. Clearly, the article does not mention everyone who contributes to the Ventura County jazz scene. You know who you are.
By L. Paul Mann 10/09/2014
Ventura County Reporter
A virtual jazz renaissance has recently permeated nearly every corner of Ventura. From upscale Main Street restaurants to tiny neighborhood bars, the Bohemian lifestyle of jazz aficionados is being embraced by a whole new generation of music lovers. Sitting on the couch in the martini lounge at Cafe Fiore, an Italian restaurant in the heart of downtown Ventura, patrons can enjoy live happy hour jazz while sampling from an extensive happy hour menu. Local surfer and painter Davey Miller organizes regular impromptu jazz sessions with veteran musicians from across Southern California. On a recent sweltering Tuesday afternoon, Miller assembled a quartet for a happy hour jam featuring keyboardist Rich Earnes, a prodigious Los Angeles recording artist and television soundtrack composer. The group also featured bassist Bruce Lett, who has become a So Cal fixture since relocating from Indiana.
The following night, Miller brought another group featuring jazz fusion bassist Rick Fierabracci to his Wednesday night residence gig at Grapes and Hops where a large crowd gathered to sample some of the best California wines and listen to some great music.
At the other end of Main Street, just east of Ventura High School, in a nondescript little storefront, yet another sizable group listened to the Andy Waddell quintet, a young local jazz band featuring Andy Waddell on guitar, Katisse Buckingham on sax, Josh Nelson on piano, Hamilton Price on bass and Aaron McLendon smacking the drums.
According to proprietor Adam Randall, the mission of Squashed Grapes is to provide a venue seven days a week for live jazz music, whiles serving up homemade wine. Patrons can even take classes to make their own wine. But it is the music that packs the house late into the night, and the vibe at the comfortable little venue may be the most authentic of any jazz establishment in the county.
Sitting at the bar, Rich Barth, publisher of venturacountyjazz.com, could be seen grooving to the music. "Squashed Grapes has become the premier listening room in Ventura County," he says. "Jazz musicians tell me that they appreciate the attentive and enthusiastic audience."
An old poster on the wall captures the spirit of the place perfectly as it announces a 1964 concert by Dave Brubeck at the nearby high school. Jazz may also be making a comeback at the high school level with a renewed interest in learning the intricate discipline at area schools offering jazz programs. The walls of Squashed Grapes are covered with photos of veteran musicians who have performed there. In fact, the number of established jazz musicians, young and old, who call Ventura or nearby cities home is truly astounding. The short list includes saxophonists Karl Hunter of Big Bad Voodoo Daddy and Doug Webb, who has performed and recorded with Horace Silver; Freddie Hubbard and Stanley Clarke; Ira Nepus, a Grammy-winning trombone player with the Clayton Hamilton Jazz Orchestra; Ruben Estrada; and Jay Jackson, a jazz singer and actor on Parks and Recreation.
"You can listen to big bands every Sunday throughout Ventura County," says Barth as he rattles off a laundry list of events. "First Sunday of the month at Piper's Winery in Ventura, second Sunday at Simi Valley Jazz Club, third Sunday at Pacific Corinthian Yacht Club hosted by Channel Cities Jazz Club, fourth Sunday at Sportsman's Restaurant in Camarillo. Jazz jams occur every Sunday at Beachcomber Tavern in Silverstrand Beach . . .." Jazz definitely seems to be cool again in Ventura County.


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Updated as of:
February 16, 2014, 8:30 am
Rehearsal on Tuesday, February 16 will be at Pennfield Middle School at 7:30 pm. Order of rehearsal will be: Folk Song Suite, Blue Elegy, Legends of Jazz, Play, Footlifter, Overture for Winds.
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Another graphically bold garment I wore this summer was this 1950's rockabilly style short sleeve shirt from Marc by Marc Jacobs' 'Resort 2015' collection. Bold shirts can be difficult to pull off, especially if like me you have pale skin, that's never a good look. However by the pool whilst my skin was slightly more… lets say pink, I think it was the right time, and maybe the only time I could pull this shirt off...
Despite Marc Jacob's discontinuing the Marc by Marc line, the Resort collection hosted a wide array of vibrantly bold short sleeve shirts all produced with interesting and alternative fabrics, so be sure to search through the sale racks for next summer or even a late summer vacation.
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It's important when wearing a shirt as bold as this one to pair it with simple items: minimal detailing and neutral in colour. For this fit, I opted for the 'chilled out by the pool' look, wearing it with some lightly distressed denim shorts (originally an old pair of A.P.C's that I cut short and distressed) and a pair of classic Wayfarer's both to add to the vintage and rugged nature of the shirts motorcycle motif. Not safe for the office; a shirt this bold needs to be worn carelessly with a lively character and a devil-may-care attitude, so as you can see; I jumped in the pool fully clothed: just to show how much of a yolo kind of guy I am (…sarcasm).
Thrown on to go to the bar, or for lunch, this shirt is light and breezy and is an absolute summer statement. Alternatively, if not by the pool I'd pair this (or a similar stand out short sleeve shirt) with some black denim and Saint Laurent Wyatt Boots (which if you know me or have been following my Instagram; I have wanted these for a very long time). For evening wear; I'd rock it to a club or just for out drinks and if an extra layer is appropriate, wear the short sleeve shirt unbuttoned over a plain white t-shirt.


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Apprentice Chris Caserta is well advanced in his bid to get down to the featherweight of 44kg to ride two-year-old Jedastar in the Lightning Stakes at Flemington.
It will be the lightest weight a jockey has ridden at in Victoria since Stephen Baster partnered Clever Zoe in the 1993 Lightning Stakes (1000m).
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Since knowing he had the ride a little less than two weeks ago, Caserta's diet has consisted mainly of lettuce leaves, tomatoes and celery, while he has also been riding plenty of work.
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Another is your super duper solder will not take year to heal half of his hp.
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Okay, I give up. How the hell do I install this?
As far as I know, many years of healing and so were defeated. Code: [Select] sickBayAbsoluteBonus: 10.0 sickBayRelativeBonus: 10.0Or similar settings with this update will lose relevance?
Biggest difference is that you can assign arbitrary value to healing time. If solder is robot, it will not need any time to heal.
If solder is robot, it will not need any time to heal.
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New version 4.0 us up:
I installed the latest OXCE+, but game keeps telling me, that it is version 3.10b. Have I done somethring wrong?
Any more bugs or things to change? Only this, did you find?
Fixed version ready: https://github.com/Yankes/OpenXcom/commits/OpenXcomExtended
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The conservative talk radio host recently announced his involvement in a bid to buy the Rams.
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The ACV SuperDrink can cleanse your body of bacteria, purify your blood, refuel your vitamin stores, give you lasting energy and clean your of body of harmful chemicals. It contains 3 very important ingredients you can find at almost any grocery store, they are:
Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV), Chia Seeds and Purified Drinking Water. Looks simple but when combined these ingredients create an almost miraculous health drink.
Ingredient #1 – Apple Cider Vinegar (I suggest you buy the organic, raw, unfiltered kind- try the brand, Bragg)
Many medical studies show the health benefits of Apple Cider Vinegar. It's highly regarded throughout history, in 400 B.C. Hippocrates, the Father of Medicine, used it for it's amazing natural cleansing, healing, and energizing health qualities. It can be found in nearly every grocery or health food store. Here's just a few health symptoms Apple Cider Vinegar can treat:
Stomach pain – contains antibiotic properties which can help with bacterial infection causing stomach pain, cramps, nausea
Soothes sore throat – germs can't survive the acidic environment created by gargling with ACV mixed in water.
Prevents indigestion – by sipping 30 minutes before eating indigestion can be prevented. Food enters into an environment primed for digestion.
Balances PH levels in blood – the acidity of ACV changes (balances) your PH levels in blood – this can have a number of positive effects like killing yeast and bacteria
Clears up acne – Its antibacterial properties help keep acne under control, and the malic and lactic acids found in apple cider vinegar soften and exfoliate skin, reduce red spots, and balance the pH of your skin. Many people even report a healthy useful glow after only a few days of apple cider vinegar use. I've personally used ACV for acne with EXCELLENT results.
Decongestion – clears up decongestion and stuffy nose be killing bacteria
Weight loss – The acetic acid suppresses your appetite, increases your metabolism, and reduces water retention.
Much more – do a google search on Apple Cider Vinegar and you'll find dozens more uses.
Ingredient #2 – Chia Seeds
Chia Seeds have been described as the superfood of the Gods. Chia seeds are super packed with omega-3s, omega-6s, protein, calcium, iron, zinc, fiber, and antioxidants. If you had to pick just one desert-island food, you couldn't do much better than chia, at least if you were interested in building muscle, lowering cholesterol, and reducing your risk of heart disease.
According to research at the University of Toronto, three and a half ounces of a commercial chia seed product contains 8x more omega-3 fatty acids than Atlantic Salmon, 5x more iron than raw spinach, 3x more calcium than a cup of milk, 1.5x more potassium than a banana, and 7x more Vitamin C than an orange!
I've also found chia seeds work well for clearing out your digestive system and getting it back on track after opiate abuse (or even during opiate abuse – if constipated).
Ingredient #3 – Purified Drinking Water
Please do not underestimate your need to drink lots and lots of water! If you're even a little bit dehydrated it can effect your health negatively in many other areas. And you should drink even more water if you've used drugs in the past or now.
Your body needs at least 128 ounces of water each day to function. Be sure you drink fresh purified water because it eliminates contaminants that may exist from you local drinking supply, such as high chlorine levels, heavy metals, etc.
The ACV SuperDrink and how it helped me before my wedding
I'd like to share a story, It was two weeks before my wedding and I was completely stressed out. Things hadn't gone that smooth and the pressures that come with a wedding and marriage had me feeling tired, queasy, and sick. To make matters worse acne hit and my face broke out bad. The stress was getting to me and it showed up with acne all over my face. What was I going to do?
Then I remembered reading something about how Apple Cider Vinegar is great for clearing up acne. I started using it and in only 3 days my acne had virtually disappeared. The knots in my stomach slowly released, and my energy returned. The stress and worry slowly subsided and my excitement for my wedding grew once again. My face was totally clear by my wedding and it went great. I'm now happily married with two small beautiful children.
Here's the recipe I use:
1) 1 – 2 Teaspoons of Apple Cider Vinegar — I recommend Bragg Apple Cider Vinegar
2) 1 – 2 Tablespoons of Organic Chia Seeds
3) 12 – 18 Ounces of Purified Drinking Water
Next combine all ingredients in a water bottle and shake to mix. Take this drink 1-3 times a day for 3 – 7 days. Trust me, after a few days you'll start to feel your health return, your skin will slowly begin glow, your energy levels will rise, and stomach issues will begin to disappear.
And what's best of all is the cost:
-$5.99 – 32 Oz Bragg Apple Cider Vinegar
-$1.99 – Bottle Purified Drinking Water
-$9.99 – 1 Pound of Organic Chia Seeds
That'll get you probably 100 servings for under $20 bucks! You won't find a healthier drink for less money anywhere.
Remember that small incremental improvements day after day add up to BIG improvements over months and years. So by doing just a little better each day you can feel better faster than you ever thought.
Why not give "The ACV SuperDrink" a shot, then email me back or write a review what you think.
Reilly Johnson


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Borderlands is easily one of the most content heavy, fun, and innovative games available. It has a little something for everyone: RPG elements, great humor, gritty and unique graphics, loads of weapons, and a wealth of DLC and replayability. The ability to play through the game multiple times, however, leads to some of the weaknesses in the franchise.
The Bothersome Bullet Sponge
Similar to Diablo and other RPGs, after you beat any of the campaigns in the three Borderlands titles, you can roll the game over into a second and third playthrough with increased difficulty, stronger weapons, and continued leveling for your character. One of downfalls is that the game doesn't necessarily get any added depth because the enemies just become harder and harder to kill, drinking in your bullets like they are tasty skittles. While I think some of the bosses in the Borderlands franchise are guilty of this regardless of what playthrough you are on, this is generally a frustration when replaying the campaign a second or third time. One creative way to make bosses more interesting and less of a, "just-keep-shooting-circle-fight", would be to have interactive objects or weapons in the boss lair that are needed to weaken or "down" the boss in order to damage them or to get a damage multiplier. Since the game promotes itself as a great co-op experience (and it is!), you could even have different roles when playing with multiple people. So instead of just boosting the boss's health because another player is in the game, add a role that must be done like "stand on this switch to electrocute". Or just give the boss an elemental shield that needs taken down by one player before usable items in the lair have an effect. And you could make the roles and boss lair usable objects more complicated with each playthrough. Remember, on a second playthrough players should have a more varied arsenal, and having them use that arsenal in creative ways would be more engaging and fun. This doesn't solve, however, the slog-like feeling the game can have when dumping endless bullets into all the standard enemies you fight in main mission areas.
Shields up, Captain!
An easy way to solve every enemy feeling like a bullet sponge in extra playthroughs would be to increase health minimally, but add extra or layered shields that are weak to a specific element. This would force players to be more tactical and smart with weapon selection and it would fit well with the large armory a player has amassed after completing the campaign. For example, a "badass" would have a regular shield, the same as in the first playthrough, but then on top of that could have a green shield that is very vulnerable to corrosive. This would add a layer of benefit for those who play cooperatively, motivating them to work on combos and communication to take down tough baddies quickly. It also gives regular enemies a slight edge of toughness, but since the shield is weak against a specific element, it can be dispatched quickly, making the engagement more tactical and less exhausting.
Borderlands 3
I'm a huge fan of the Borderlands franchise, and can't wait for the Handsome Collection to arrive on next-gen. I have more hours logged in the first two titles than any other game available. But Borderlands 3 could easily disappoint the fans simply because it will be the most long awaited release in the franchise as well as the first official next-gen version made. I have more confidence in Gearbox than probably any other game company out there, but even with very moderate hype and marketing, a long anticipated game has an uphill battle to impress and satisfy gamers. The Borderlands world stands to have some updates and improvements, but the core game, if delivered with a mountain of content like previous titles, will easily be another fan favorite. I just hope it's as good as possible, and recent comments from Gearbox's president Randy Pitchford about the need to take risk has me very optimistic.
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North Lodge, Milne Graden
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Enjoy the calming effect of this charismatic Victorian gate lodge on the edge of the superb Milne Graden Estate, with idyllic riverside trails on the doorstep and just ten miles from the wide sweeping sands of the exceptional Northumberland coast.
A charming gate lodge with superb views
With idyllic riverside trails on the doorstep and just ten miles from the wide sweeping sands of the exceptional Northumberland coast.
Newly refurbished throughout, the sitting room is a celebration of the flora and fauna of the area with colours inspired by the featured work of renowned painter/print maker Angie Lewin through her Saltmarsh Storm II piece and the intricate wallpaper illustrations by Mark Hearld.
Alongside this, limewashed wood and soft sage green is paired carefully with the warmth of natural wool and sisal, while an open fire will bring about some cosy contentment when those lazy days beckon.
The bedroom features a large king size bed, and the artisan feel continues with an oversized headboard in Royal Oak fabric by artist Andrew Davidson and the contemporary work of award winning print maker Emma Lawrenson.
Contrast this with the deep graphite grey of the kitchen, perfectly equipped for two, with exceptional south facing views of The Cheviots, leading directly onto a deck and south facing garden.
North Lodge is surrounded by garden on three sides and a five minute walk will take you down to the River Tweed, from which there is a super network of riverside walks.
Dog Park
All Milne Graden properties benefit from use of the Tails of the Tweed Dog Park in the estate's former Victorian kitchen garden. Sitting on the route of the mapped walks which run around the estate, this bright, sunny spot is a perfect space for relaxation while your furry friend can play and run freely within the safety of this enclosed space. A range of dog agility obstacles and toys are sure to add some extra fun!
Property details
Ground floor
This is a one bedroom gate lodge with the accommodation on the ground floor.
Sitting room with double sofa, armchair, drop leaf table for dining with two chairs, open fire (logs provided), flat screen television with DVD player.
Kitchen with electric oven and ceramic hob, washing machine with dryer, microwave, small fridge with separate ice box.
Bedroom with 5' king size bed, built-in cupboard with hanging space and storage, dressing table.
Bathroom with bath with shower over, basin and WC.
North Lodge has a garden area on three sides of the cottage. The rear garden has a raised decked area with a table and chairs which is enclosed with a picket fence. The rear garden also enjoys superb views across parkland to the Cheviot Hills beyond. Please note, a barbecue is not provided at this cottage and the use of barbecues is not permitted anywhere on the estate.
There is off-road parking to the side of the cottage.
Babies & Children
A travel cot and highchair are available on request.
Dogs & Other Pets
One dog is welcome and a second dog may be considered on request with a charge of £15 per dog. Dogs must be kept off the furniture and out of the bedroom. Cats are not permitted.
Guest amenities
All bed linen is the highest quality 100% Egyptian cotton. Luxurious towels are provided for all guests. A hairdryer is provided.
Wi-Fi & Mobile Coverage
Wi-Fi is available. Mobile coverage is good on most networks. There is a landline available which can be used for incoming calls or emergency outgoing calls.
North Lodge has oil central heating in addition to the open fire in the lounge. Logs are provided.
Fishing on site
Salmon fishing is available on the Milne Graden Beat on the River Tweed. This is organised through Seed & Co.
- Email Seed & Co
Trout fishing is organised through Coldstream & District Angling Association.
Additional Accommodation
For guests looking to holiday together there are also five other properties on the Milne Graden Estate - Hamilton House sleeping 6, School House sleeping 6, Garden House sleeping 4+2, Tweedside sleeping 4 and West Lodge sleeping 2.
Head to Norham (4 miles) for a fantastic selection of quality local produce, including meats, pies, and cheeses from Foreman's, or the Cornhill Village Shop (5 miles) for coffee, cake and scrummy picnic lunches. It is also home to the highly regarded Collingwood Arms for elegant evening dining, or a short drive will take you to the Allanton Inn (6 miles) which has a superb reputation for serving excellent locally sourced food amidst relaxed, convivial surroundings.
Alternatively, Coldstream is a quaint but bustling little town with a rich history sitting on the north side of the River Tweed right on the Scottish/English Border. The shopping here is small and friendly with a good mix of independent outlets running the length of the High Street, including a family butchers, bakery and small Co-op supermarket for holiday essentials, as well as a super art gallery and interiors shop for lifestyle gifts and accessories.
More extensive shopping, restaurants and amenities can be found in the picturesque town of Kelso (12 miles) which is also home to the 12th Century Abbey, Floors Castle, the Roxburghe Championship Golf Course and National Hunt Racing.
The local area is packed with interest. Hike through the Cheviot Hills or stroll across stunning beaches. Go kite-surfing or coastal kayaking. Marvel at the silver staircase at Manderston House. Take a boat trip to the Farne Islands, home to thousands of seabirds and a grey seal colony. Or treat yourself to lunch at the Terrace Café at Floors Castle, nominated as one of the top ten cafés in Scotland.
With the Tweed on the doorstep, this is an ideal base for fishing parties. The estate's own beat which is available to guests at additional cost (subject to availability) extends to about 1.4 miles of single bank fishing. Milne Graden is primarily a salmon beat but has good runs of grilse and sea trout through the summer months. Other prime beats include Tillmouth, Lennel, Ladykirk and The Lees. If you can tear yourself away from the view, the local area has plenty of other delights in store.
From here you can explore a historic landscape, punctuated by imposing castles like Floors, Bamburgh, Dunstanburgh, Thirlestane and Alnwick, the evocative ruins of abbeys at Kelso, Melrose and Dryburgh and stately mansions at nearby Paxton, Manderston and Mellerstain. Head to the coast for miles of golden sands and secluded rocky coves. Some of our favourite spots are the stunning beach at Bamburgh, the magnificent views from the cliffs at St Abb's Head and the mystical Holy Island of Lindisfarne.
On the way home, pop in for a pint of local ale at The Black Bull at Etal, Northumberland's only thatched pub. Or let us arrange for dinner to be delivered to you, light the fire, pour yourself a glass of something nice and relax.
Edinburgh is only an hour's drive or 45 minutes on the train from nearby Berwick upon Tweed.
Welcome to the realm of the king of fish, the mighty River Tweed. Every year thousands of Atlantic Salmon make their way up river, an annual odyssey that is one of nature's miracles.Find Out More
From the lush green uplands to shimmering sea, the area boasts a hugely diverse and enticing landscape that is perfect for exploring on foot. From gentle rambles to long-distance hikes, there are a vast array of trails and waymarked routes for newbie walkers or experienced alike.Find Out More
Our region is home to outstanding scenery which boasts emerald forests, pristine lochs and rivers, heathery hillsides, sweeping moorlands as well as a picture perfect coastline.Find Out More
Historic houses and castles
With more stately homes, castles and historic sites here than you can shake a proverbial stick at, visitors are quite simply spoilt for choice.Find Out More
Cycling & mountain biking
Whether you ride fast or slow, on-road or off-road, there is something uniquely special about enjoying some outdoor time on two wheels. Here in the region we have something for everyone from high-energy mountain biking blasts to gentle forest paths the whole family can enjoy.Find Out More
Children and families
Here at Crabtree & Crabtree, we like to think we've pulled together some rather nifty ideas to keep tots to teens happy and entertained during your stay.Find Out More
If your passion is beautiful gardens a visit to our area will not disappoint. Spend a little time here and discover some spectacular gardens through the ever changing vista of the seasons.Find Out More
Museums, galleries and culture
Our museums tell the story of Borders people and provide a unique insight into our region's heritage and culture, such as the turbulent past of the Border Reivers or the tragic tale of exiled Mary Queen of Scots.Find Out More
Shopping, arts and crafts
We are extremely fortunate to have a region where independent shops are king, and to have an area flowing with creativity through its talents in arts, crafts and textiles.Find Out More
There are 40 golf courses in Northumberland, and another 21 in the Scottish Borders offering visitors an incredibly wide and varied range of golfing options.Find Out More
Horse riding
Horse riding is intrinsically linked to the history and heritage of the area and goes right back to the 13th and 14th centuries where townspeople would ride the clan's boundaries to protect their common lands. Thankfully our riding pursuits today are not quite so dramatic!Find Out More
Classes at your holiday home
Enjoy art, cookery, photography, flower or chocolate classes or whisky tasting in the comfort of your own holiday home...Find Out More
Adventure Sports
If you love a challenge or just crave a little excitement away from the day-to-day bustle of working life, we have lots to offer - whether it be watery pursuits, muddy blasts or thrill seeking, adrenaline-charged adventures.Find Out More
For sheer variety alone Northumberland and the Scottish Borders are irresistible to any gun.Find Out More
Ancestral history research
Crabtree & Crabtree know that tracing the history of your family can be a wonderful journey of discovery. Here are our top tips for starting your family tree.Find Out More
Spas and beauty treatments
Everyone needs a little time-out to relax and for many that may involve a little pampering, the chance to experience new therapies, or simply some dedicated 'me time' to enjoy or practise disciplines which bring a sense of well-being and good health.Find Out More
Cooks and Chefs
Make your stay hassle-free with your own personal cookFind Out More
Babysitting and Nannies
Relax, explore the local area, enjoy a long lunch or a romantic evening out by hiring one of our fully qualified registered and experienced nannies or babysitters to come to your house.Find Out More
Additional Housekeeping
Award yourself a real break and let us provide a pair (or more) of helping hands.Find Out More
Dog Sitting
Our experienced dog sitters will look after your furry friends whilst you are out exploring.Find Out More
Fresh Flowers
Fresh cut flowers delivered to your holiday home.Find Out More
Beauty and spa treatments
Everyone needs some pampering, whatever the occasion.Find Out More
Holiday photography
Family holidays, reunions and honeymoons kindle priceless moments that deserve preserving.Find Out More
Wine Delivery
Crabtree & Crabtree have teamed up with Corney & Barrow one of the longest established independent Wine Merchants in the UK to offer a bespoke service.Find Out More
"Of all the MG holiday houses that we have stayed....large and small....we have perhaps enjoyed this the most. Warm, comfy and relaxing with the most attractive 'country style' decor it was a delight. No barking dogs and set alone, it was so peaceful. Wonderful setting....even sat and had morning coffee in the sunshine on the deck. Once again, really well done Milne Graden owners."Mr & Mrs Burn, November 2018
"Well equipped cottage, very cosy, loved the log fire! Lovely setting, very peaceful and relaxing. Would love to return!"Mrs Mccarthy, September 2018
"Another lovely week at Milne Graden! We'll be back soon."Mr & Mrs Wright, September 2018
"We have just spent a wonderful week at North Lodge with our dog, Lottie, and cannot speak more highly of the service you and the owners have provided. Please do pass on our thanks to them. Milne Graden is such a special place: we fell in love with it on our first night and loved the walks by the Tweed and the wonderful butchers in Norham!"Mr & Mrs Owen, August 2018
"We thoroughly enjoyed our time at Milne Graden. It was an amazing cottage with a beautiful and inspiring view of the estate house out our kitchen window. We were very lucky to have been around during the summer harvest, which proved mesmerizing to watch. The cottage itself was almost entirely sound-proof and while eating breakfast or dinner on the deck outside we were amazed by how quiet it was. The cottage was well appointed and it became our second home while on vacation in Scotland. The walks around Milne Graden were also lovely and worth the effort after dinner before dusk. The location allowed us to see a vast part of the Scottish Borders in an easy and restful manner. We are now actively planning our return trip and have decided to bring our two sons along for the adventure! Thank you for a lovely and peaceful holiday!"Mr & Mrs Carter, July 2018
"We have had a lovely time in this lovely cottage. Beautiful part of the world. We hope to return."Campbell family, April 2018
"Beautiful cottage, relaxing in front of the log fire was a favourite pastime!"Beel family, March 2018
"We had a wonderful stay - fantastic walk around the estate, great pillows and linen. Helped by glorious weather. Thank you for your hospitality."Mrs Roberts, July 2019
"Wonderful stay at North Lodge, beautifully appointed and with the decking and sunny evenings, what else could we ask for."Mr Kirkham, June 2019
"Loved the area, the estate - great walks and great for dogs, appreciated the doggy bag thank you!"Mrs Howells, July 2019
"We loved our stay at North Loge, it was so lovely and peaceful"Miss Clark, August 2019
"We love North Lodge - smart and clean - perfect. Thank you."Mr Moon, September 2019
"Great stay very relaxing and comfortable. Lovely decor - rooms lovely. We're including Edie our puppy, he had a great time."Mrs Hill, September 2019
"Couldn't fault anything, lovely cottage - well equipped."Mrs Green, Sept 2019
"Very enjoyable lovely lodge and a great base to explore from."Mrs Brown, October 2019
"Very very good. We really enjoyed North Lodge and immediately felt at home - will highly recommend - to the extent that we have booked again for 2020."Sadler Party
"The Lodge was lovely, clean and comfortable. Really enjoyed our stay - so relaxing and peaceful."Preston Party
"We had a wonderful time at North Lodge, it is so comfortable and well furnished with everything you need, spotless too. We will definitely return to Milne Graden .There is still a lot for us to discover in the area. Thank you for the efficient service from all at Crabtree & Crabtree, we will always try and book holidays in your area through yourselves."Mr & Mrs Crabtree and Bobbie the dog
"Our stay was great."Mr Deakin, July 2020
"Beautiful Home - we will be back hopefully in January. Loved the Milne Graden Estate - fantastic for Zulu our Rhodesian Ridgeback."Miss Walker, August 2020
- One dog is welcome and a second dog may be considered on request with a charge of £15 per dog.
- Typical arrival day: Friday, with the additional option of Monday out of high season.
- Arrival time: 5pm
- Departure time: 10am
"The countryside setting on the Milne Graden Estate is beautiful throughout every season."Gina, owner of North Lodge


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DENVER, Colo. – High school senior Jordan Clayton and his Goodwill mentor Wayne Watts work together to keep Jordan focused on achieving his dreams.
Jordan faced many challenges when entering high school. His grades were suffering, he lacked a support system, and he and his siblings were the primary caregivers for their chronically ill mother. His life was headed down a dark path.
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Three days before Halloween, kids at Yale New Haven Hospital's Pediatrics Primary Care Centers were paid a visit by the Great Pumpkin-in the form of Connecticut's Conservation Partners!
Staff and volunteers from the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Farm Service Agency, and the Southwest Conservation District broke up into two teams, then jumped into their personal vehicles to glean more than 175 pumpkins from the fields of two very generous farms-Lyman Orchards, in Middlefield, and Jones Family Farm, in Shelton.
The golden gourds were distributed at both the York Street and St. Raphael campuses. Each child visiting the Pediatric Primary Center that day left with a pumpkin-and the look on their faces said it all!
The Conservation Partnership would like to thank Jones Family Farms and Lyman Orchards for their generosity.
They would also like to thank Yale's Pam Berkheiser, who helped coordinate the effort.


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Academic journal article Journal of Marriage and Family
Book Reviews -- Personal Relationships during Adolescence Edited by Raymond Montemayor, Gerald R. Adams and Thomas P. Gullotta
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Personal Relationships During Adolescence. Raymond Montemayor, Gerald R. Adams, & Thomas P. Gullotta (Eds.). Thousands Oaks, CA: Sage. 1994. 254 pp. Hardcover ISBN 0-8039-5680-0. $46.50 cloth, $22.95 paper.
Beginning in 1989, these editors published their first volume of the annual series, Advances in Adolescent Development. The previous volumes edited by these three prominent scholars of adolescence focused on themes of biological foundations, early adolescence, social competency, identity formation, and sexuality. The current, 1994 volume centers on personal relationships and continues the tradition of scholarly excellence established in the previous volumes.
Perhaps because of Hill's (1980) influential framework, researchers of adolescence have tended to conceptualize relationships as being defined within contexts such as families, peers, and schools. The current volume generally reflects this view of relationships as nested within contexts. The view contrasts with the literature on adult personal relationships, which tends to view relationships and contexts as bilateral influences.
The book presents a diverse array of chapter topics and formats. The various formats include four traditional literature reviews, two theoretical papers, a research report, and a review of an author's line of research. With respect to the topics, there are four chapters on relations with peers, two chapters on personal relationships more generally, and single chapters on parent-adolescent relations, relations with nonfamily adults, and cultural contexts.
After a brief preview chapter, the book opens with a chapter by Collins and Repinski that reviews theories and constructs in the field and advances provocative ideas for theory construction and future research. In the next chapter Patricia Noller presents a wide-ranging and engaging review of parent-adolescent relations and adolescent outcomes. …


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Man killed after concrete slab falls on him at American Fork construction site
AMERICAN FORK, Utah - State safety investigators are trying to figure out who or what is responsible for a construction site accident that killed a man Tuesday morning on Auto Mall Drive in American Fork.
"All of a sudden, we heard this big crash and the whole building started to shake," said Michael Nappi, who works across the street from the construction site.
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Nappi said he and other co-workers ended up heading outside to see what happened.
A tall crane had tipped over, and two gigantic cement wall slabs came crashing down to the ground.
"Everyone running around and screaming and yelling, calling 911," he said.
Richie Stevens, Nappi's co-worker who also went outside said two workers, "ran towards the street and looked very distressed. Looked like they were dry heaving, about to vomit."
That's when they learned a man was pinned underneath one of the wall slabs.
"One of the workers came across the street and basically just said, 'It just killed one of our guys,'" Nappi recounted.
American Fork Fire Capt. Michal Cieslak said the construction crew had been installing one of the wall slabs around 9 a.m., when, "Somehow the crane went over and the slab went down and it took down another [slab]."
The man trapped underneath the second slab did not survive. His name has not yet been released, but Cieslak said the worker was in his 20s.
Firefighters recovered the body, while the state stepped in to begin what could be a long investigation.
The Utah Occupational Health and Safety Division of the state Labor Commission confirmed it is investigating the accident.
A representative said it could take weeks to figure out what caused the crane and walls to fall down.
"These things don't happen every day, and they have things in place that these things shouldn't happen," Cieslak said. "They're going to be looking into why."
For the employees across the street who saw the aftermath unfold, they said its terrible knowing now what happened.
"I think it's affected the office here all day," Stevens said.
Nappi agreed.
"It's just sad," he said. "It's kind of heart wrenching... it's devastating."
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