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Strengthening Health System Responses to Gender-based Violence in Eastern Europe and Central Asia
A resource package
Tips for preparing the training
Background of the trainer(s)
Trainers should be knowledgeable about GBV and the health system's response. Having a team of two trainers with mixed backgrounds (one trainer specialized on GBV and/or women-specific services, one trainer with a medical background) will benefit effective delivery of the training curriculum in line with the needs of the target group.
When working with an international trainer, it is helpful to match her/him with a local trainer who is familiar with the specific country and/or regional context.
Ideally, the size of the group should not exceed 25 participants, to allow for an interactive exchange between the trainer and participants and among participants.
Tailoring the training package to local contexts
The training package offers a framework for trainings in the EECA region, at regional and country levels. In preparing the training, trainers should further tailor the package to the specific local context in which the training held. Useful information to be collected includes:
- The prevalence of GBV in the given country;
- The overall organization of the country's health care system;
- Any policies or protocols in place that apply to the health sector response to GBV;
- Relevant national legislation, such as definitions of GBV under criminal law or separate statutes on GBV, or reporting obligations of health care professionals;
- The existence of a referral system, in particular the existence of women specific services, such as shelters or telephone helplines; and
- Any research studies analysing the health sector's response in the country.
In undertaking this background research, trainers may wish to consult the following sources:
- Official site of the UN CEDAW Committee: state reports, NGO shadow reports and the CEDAW Committee recommendations to governments (Concluding Observations), in English and Russian: http://www2.ohchr.org/english/bodies/cedaw/sessions.htm;
- Official site of the UN Special Rapporteur on Violence against Women (in English and Russian): http://www.ohchr.org/EN/Issues/Women/SRWomen/Pages/SRWomenIndex.aspx;
- European Observatory on Health Systems and Policies, in particular country reports of the Health Systems in Transition (HiT) series (available in English and Russian): http://www.euro.who.int/en/about-us/partners/observatory;
- "Country Info" corner of the UNFPA-WAVE portal: www.health-genderviolence.org;
- UNFPA Global and EECARO website, section on human rights and gender equality: http://eeca.unfpa.org/topics/human-rights-and-gender-equality
- Most recent volume of WAVE's annual Country Report (in English): http://www.wave-network.org/content/wave-publications;
- The Advocates for Human Rights, Stop Violence against Women, Country Pages (English): www.stopvaw.org.
When preparing for logistics, the trainer and/or the organization organizing the training will need to arrange for the following (adapted from Ganley 1998):
- Securing a location;
- Advertising and administering registration for the training;
- Providing necessary equipment, such as microphones, or a computer, beamer and screen for PowerPoint presentations;
- Organizing the setting-up of the room (organizing tables in a circle, U-shape or in small groups are preferable over class-room as they allow for more interaction among participants);
- Organizing translation services, if needed: interpreters with necessary equipment (translation booths, microphones, headsets), translation of written materials;
- Providing stationary, such as writing paper, pens and materials for exercises, as needed (e.g. flip charts, paper cards, color pens);
- Preparing, photocopying and distributing the agenda and handouts;
- Preparing, distributing and collecting evaluation forms for sessions (refer to training module 10 for a sample evaluation form); and
- A certificate of attendance (optional).
Time planning
When planning the training, trainers should make sure there is enough time for discussions and interaction with the participants. This is important in order to enable the group to exchange experiences, get to know other participants, etc. Moreover, participants need time to process the material, ask for clarification, or state their misunderstandings so that the trainer or other participants can provide missing information (Ganley 1998).
When assigning time slots to the different modules, trainers are encouraged to take into account the needs and level of the participant group's knowledge. For example, for health professionals who have not undergone any previous GBV training, the trainer should make sure to devote sufficient time to module 2 on understanding GBV, so as to set a solid ground for the remainder of the training and to provide participants with the background knowledge needed to improve skills and clinical practice. For participants who have previously participated in GBV trainings, trainers could consider shortening module 2 and instead devote more time to other modules, such as identifying GBV (module 6) or risk assessment and safety planning (module 8).
It is also advisable to factor in a time slot of 30-60 minutes to enable participants to bring up any burning issues and ask remaining questions.
Mix of methodologies
Trainers should apply a mix of different methodologies and make sure to balance lectures with interactive exercises, to enable participants to contribute their views and experiences, to raise questions and to come up with their own ideas and solutions. Examples of interactive methodologies include group discussions in the plenary or small groups, brainstorming, case studies and role plays.
Trainers should keep in mind that some participants may have little to no experience in working with interactive methods. This may result in participants being too shy to respond to questions asked by the trainer to the group, to actively participate in plenary discussions or to engage in a role play. Trainers should therefore, at the outset of the training and throughout the training event, underline that all participants are here to learn from each other and that there is no such thing as a "wrong" answer. Trainers should be alert to such situations and be flexible in addressing them to make participants feel more comfortable. For instance, when doing a role play, trainers could split up participants in smaller groups and ask them to share their experiences with the bigger group.
When planning exercises in small groups, consider the size of the group and time available for deciding on the number of working groups. Keep in mind that having more, but smaller groups allows groups to have a more in-depth exchange, but takes more time for reporting back to the plenary.
It is also a good practice for trainers to ask questions to the group when delivering presentations, to enable participants to ask questions and contribute from their experience. Questions trainers could ask include: "Have you made similar experiences in your organization/country?" "Do you agree to this statement?" or "Who of you has a suggestion on how this challenge could be addressed?"
Points to be considered during the training session
- Listen for confusion among participants about the definition and root causes of GBV and for attitudes that express harmful myths and blaming of survivors. Address and clarify these issues in the discussion, referring to module 2.
- Encourage participants to try to improve their everyday work practice in responding to GBV. When confronting resistance, try to make a comparison between GBV and any other health issue that health care providers are used to diagnose, treat and refer to specialist treatment.
- Remind participants that change is a process that happens over time both for themselves and for their patients. Propose doable steps that practitioners can take this day, this week, this month.
- Point out successes that groups of individual practitioners have had in changing a system's policy or procedure through development of protocols and underline that an improved response to survivors of GBV happens at both the individual and the systemic level.


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Since the comments have been really adding up on this one I thought I would post the latest from our next Secretary of State:
"This afternoon, Senator Bill S tephens officially filed legislation to implement a voter verifiable paper audit trail on Georgia's electronic voting machines. Senate Bill 500, the "2006 Georgia Accountability in Elections Act" – first proposed by Sen. Stephens in September of last year – will eventually make Georgia one of the first states in the nation with a uniform statewide system of automated touch-screen voting machines capable of producing a paper record of every vote cast.
"For months, I've been traveling the state, promising to make our elections the most secure in the nation," Sen. Stephens said at the State Capitol today. "I'm proud to have passed common sense Voter I.D. legislation last week; the Georgia Accuracy in Elections Act is the next step in ensuring that every Georgian's vote is counted accurately, every time."
Before a full statewide implementation is achieved, SB 500 first provides for a three county pilot program to test the technology's effectiveness. One precinct in each of the pilot counties of Bibb, Camden, and Cobb will be outfitted with paper audit trail printers for testing during the 2006 General Election.
Sen. Stephens expressed satisfaction with the legislation filed today. "Input from county elections officials from around the state has been invaluable in crafting this quality bill. I look forward to working with my fellow legislators in both the House and Senate to pass SB 500 this session."
Sen. Stephens first proposed using voter verifiable paper audit trails on voting machines in 2003 when he and (then State Senator) Congressman Tom Price co-authored legislation that would have mandated a permanent paper record of each vote cast on one of Georgia's electronic voting machines. In September, 2005, the bi-partisan Carter-Baker Commission on Federal Election Reform issued a report calling for the implementation of paper audit trails on voting machines as a way to restore integrity to the current election system in every state."
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mikeK says:
I think that most interesting aspect of this story was a quote contained in the AP article
"Cox, a Democrat, supports the Stephens plan and her office has worked with him crafting the legislation, said Cox spokesman Chris Riggall."
1.) Why would Cathy's office help a republican candidate for state wide office craft a bill that will obviously become a television ad this election season?
2.) Why didn't Stephens in his announcement mention that he had Cox's support? Wouldn't a bi-partisan show of support help this bill sail straight through?
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And Brian thought "New Front Page Poster" went off topic.
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Getting an NYC Car Hire When You Travel the Big City
New York has so many great places which you must visit like the Empire State Building, Central Park and also Times Square, theaters, restaurants, night clubs, recreation spots as well as sports facilities. But to be able to get by them easily will need that you hire a car. Chauffeured car from NYC car service can make you forget on the anxieties of traveling and you can certainly enjoy so many things.
But, is it a great idea that you hire a chauffeur? You need to know that the NYC car services offer two options. You may rent the car and drive yourself which is cheaper and the other is getting a chauffeur to drive the rented car. When you are thinking to get from a point to another area, it would be a difficult thing to do so when you are not familiar with the big city since you would get lost. A great thing that you can do is that you need to hire an NYC car service which is chauffeured. You can be driven to your hotel and take care of the luggage and one can move you around the city without an issue at all. If you are quite good with maps and you don't want to be stuck in the crowded tourists, then you can have a car from the NYC car service and just drive around the city.
When you have made the decision about what is best, then you will certainly face another challenge. There are certainly many NYC car service options out there and you can choose one from the first few options available. You should do a bit of research first. Actually, there are two reasons for such. First is that you will be able to get better prices and you can have a better idea on the reputations of the company. You will get to know their policies as well as the car conditions and if you would hire a chauffeur to drive the car, then you can know the safety record of the company and be sure that the drivers are really safe and you can also guarantee your safety.
You should also know more about the charges that you will have to pay when you are late. The charge could be hourly or probably the whole day. The gas charges actually differ from one company to another. There are those that would provide a full tank and they would require that you return the car with a full tank because if not then you must pay some charges. Others are going to let you purchase your own fuel. You can also get special deals on the weekends.
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PTI | Updated: Nov 29, 2011, 16:34 IST
Dhanush: Never expected 'Kolaveri di' to become such a rage
The Tanglish (Tamil and English) song, a funny take on a heartbreak, is from the Dhanush's upcoming Tamil movie '3'. It has already become a craze on internet with over 14 lakh views on YouTube.
"I am overwhelmed by the response. When we were recording the song, we never thought it would become such a rage. We didn't have any plans, any marketing strategy to make the song a hit. It just happened. My voice is full of mistakes and that's why it suits the song. I guess that worked for the song because it can be easily hummed," Dhanush told PTI over phone from Chennai.
'Kolaveri di' (why this murderous rage), which is being shared by the online community rapidly, was released digitally on November 16 by Sony Music.
The video shows Dhanush, the son-in-law of superstar Rajinikanth, singing the song in a studio and composer Anirudh Ravichander on the keyboard while director Aishwarya R Dhanush and co-star Shruti Hassan watch along and give suggestions.
"When I was writing down the lyrics, I kept in mind all the English words that are used in the Tamil vocabulary. Words like I, you, me, how, why, cow.. I just framed them into sentences and thats how I came up with the song," said Dhanush, who also penned down the lyrics of the song.
Debutant music-director Anirudh Ravichander said they wanted to do something new with the song and it was Aishwarya who came up with the concept.


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Can't close my eyes
They're wide awake
Every hair on my body
has got a thing for this place
Oh empty my heart
I've got to make room for this feeling
so much bigger than me
It couldn't be any more beautiful - I can't take it in.
Weightless in love...unravelling
For all that's to come
and all that's ever been
We're back to the board
with every shade under the sun
Let's make it a good one
It couldn't be any more beautiful x2 - I can't take it in x3
It couldn't be any more beautiful x2 - I can't take it in.
All that I wanted. All that I ever needed.
All that I wonder. So beautiful.
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For the 2015 flyer on West Midlands Regional Support events, please click here.
As you know we hold within Region two Induction events a year for GSLs. In 2015 we will be holding joint GSL & DESC Essentials days, so effectively any new DESCS you appoint will be able to receive an induction into this vital role.
To reserve places at these events the individual simply has to visit the relevant page on the Eventbrite website and register. Click here to see a full comprehensive list of the Regional Events we are holding next year.
To book your place please follow the link https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/essentials-an-induction-day-for-gsls-and-descs-tickets-12167153283
This one day workshop has been designed for Group Scout Leaders & District Explorer Scout Commissioners
It complements the GSL Essentials – an induction document for new GSLs and DESC Essentials - an induction document for new DESCs
This one day workshop has been designed with newly appointed District Explorer Scout Commissioners (DESCs) and Group Scout Leaders (GSL) in mind.
However, we are also happy to welcome Assistant Group Scout Leaders (AGSLs),. If you are not currently a DESC or GSL but are interested in the role please contact the event organiser before reserving your place.
The day will cover-
The role of the GSL / The role of the DESC
Executives and AGMs
Getting to know your team
Managing your Group or Units recruitment
Introduction to development planning recruitment
The day also includes free time to enable you to chat and network with other DESCs & GSL's from across the West Midlands.
There will also be an opportunity to chat to the Regional Development Service who can offer support and advice on all aspects of recruitment and development within scouting. There will also be a resource area for you to obtain samples of free resources that are available.
The day will begin with coffee, registration and Bacon rolls from 8:30am with a prompt 9:00am start. We expect the day to end at approx 4:30pm.
The event is free to attend and lunch and all refreshments are provided.
Places are limited and will be allocated on a first come first served basis.
Getting there: The event is to be held at The Holiday Inn Hotel Walsall.
20 Wolverhampton Road, Walsall, West Midlands, WS2 0BS
www.holidayinn.com 01922 618 800 01922 618 800
(Not the Holiday Inn Express which is across the road)
The Hotel has ample free parking, directions are included in your booking confirmation.
Dress code: This is an informal workshop so uniform is not needed. We would suggest smart casual clothing.
Bring: You may bring an I-pad or tablet if you prefer to make notes in this manner, pens and paper will be provided along with a copy of GSL or DESC Essentials and also a goody bag of useful resources.
Refreshments: Breakfast rolls will be served at 830am.
Tea, coffee, soft drinks and biscuits will be available during the day.
Lunch: Lunch is provided for you free of charge


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"What will you be ashamed of 50 years from now?"
The day I saw my brother push my sister, I just froze behind the glass door. "Childish nonsense," I thought later, but it didn't feel quite right. I simply didn't understand why.
My sister was mad and defended herself with a teddy bear. My brother just laughed, enjoying the privilege of his developed muscles. Her eyes seemed disappointed, as if adulthood had failed to represent reason, as if she wanted to stay a child forever.
Being older meant nothing more than picking what you wear and expressing vague opinions at the dinner table.
I felt like we were thinking the same thing but I didn't have my teddy bear to help her.
The day I got pushed in school, I froze just like I did behind that glass door. Teddy bears were for little girls, and I didn't know how to defend myself. Laughing at curious kids that spaced out looking at the walls was common practice, and did not seem to bother the authorities. And what did I know? I'd just changed the nylon below my sheets for teen magazines.
I didn't know what friendship was. I'm still not sure. I was flattered to think they'd gift me their attention. They gathered in groups of five or six and put together some lines they'd heard in the movies. There was always one with a musical talent. There was always one with more developed muscles.
The day my dad grabbed my arm and dragged me through the hall, I forgot to freeze.
He pushed my feeble body onto the bed, and I squeaked until he left. I forgot about my broken classmates and felt upset for being caught in the claws of failed adulthood again. Authority was for me nothing else than a word hard to pronounce.
Rules seemed to have been made up by ruthless monsters testing the power of meaningless coercion. My useless stare at the fluorescent stars on the ceiling got tired, and I threw my sister's old teddy bear at the glass door and it cracked.
I tried to fix the door with tears but failed to realize they're not made of iron.
The day my boyfriend pushed me, my head hit the glass door and I sprained my wrist trying to hold the wooden frame. I didn't have time to freeze and my arms decided to protect my head from the razor-edged crystals, as if my muscles were suddenly made of iron.
Pushing seemed to be the way to show attention and oh, I felt important.
My mind couldn't grasp efficient words and my numb tongue was merely an obstacle. After all those years, my idea of adulthood remained untouched. The dangling pieces of glass sang a cruel lullaby, while his astounded face faded in the cold black.
The day I found myself lifting my arm in front of my son, I remembered my sister's cry. He did not understand physics, and his curiosity found him hitting the glass from the door until it crumbled over the other side.
He froze and stood there for seconds with a spaced out stare until his tears started dampening his sweatshirt. I could not explain the fear I had of him hurting and my body tried to show him some attention. My third eye projected the image of my sister's defeated body while my son forced the teddy bear against his chest.
The day I saw my daughter's boyfriend pushing her onto the bed, I realized I'd had enough. Attention was what I was not paying. Authority meant just giving a good example. But my brother, my classmates, my dad, and my boyfriend stepped into that room and shoved my daughter's teddy bear against that boy's teeth.
His cruel eyes spaced out, and I just wanted him to stop breathing, but the tears unwillingly jumping over the stuffed animal's fur forced regret on my troubled mind, so I only managed to say: "That's just not right". I said it to both of us. I didn't even see him walk away, as I froze while asking myself rhetorically if what I had done was right.
After fifty years, I thought, adulthood continued to fail to show clearer answers.
Until the day I'm forced to die, I'll ask myself if my life would've been different, had I ask my brother why.


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Memory management is a form of resource management applied to computer memory. The essential requirement of memory management is to provide ways to dynamically allocate portions of memory to programs at their request, and free it for reuse when no longer needed. This is critical to any advanced computer system where more than a single process might be underway at any time.[1]
Several methods have been devised that increase the effectiveness of memory management. Virtual memory systems separate the memory addresses used by a process from actual physical addresses, allowing separation of processes and increasing the size of the virtual address space beyond the available amount of RAM using paging or swapping to secondary storage. The quality of the virtual memory manager can have an extensive effect on overall system performance.
Application-level memory management is generally categorized as either automatic memory management, usually involving garbage collection, or manual memory management.
The task of fulfilling an allocation request consists of locating a block of unused memory of sufficient size. Memory requests are satisfied by allocating portions from a large pool of memory called the heap or free store.[a] At any given time, some parts of the heap are in use, while some are "free" (unused) and thus available for future allocations.
Several issues complicate the implementation, such as external fragmentation, which arises when there are many small gaps between allocated memory blocks, which invalidates their use for an allocation request. The allocator's metadata can also inflate the size of (individually) small allocations. This is often managed by chunking. The memory management system must track outstanding allocations to ensure that they do not overlap and that no memory is ever "lost" (i.e. that there be no "memory leak").
The specific dynamic memory allocation algorithm implemented can impact performance significantly. A study conducted in 1994 by Digital Equipment Corporation illustrates the overheads involved for a variety of allocators. The lowest average instruction path length required to allocate a single memory slot was 52 (as measured with an instruction level profiler on a variety of software).[2]
Since the precise location of the allocation is not known in advance, the memory is accessed indirectly, usually through a pointer reference. The specific algorithm used to organize the memory area and allocate and deallocate chunks is interlinked with the kernel, and may use any of the following methods:
Fixed-size blocks allocation, also called memory pool allocation, uses a free list of fixed-size blocks of memory (often all of the same size). This works well for simple embedded systems where no large objects need to be allocated, but suffers from fragmentation, especially with long memory addresses. However, due to the significantly reduced overhead this method can substantially improve performance for objects that need frequent allocation / de-allocation and is often used in video games.
In this system, memory is allocated into several pools of memory instead of just one, where each pool represents blocks of memory of a certain power of two in size, or blocks of some other convenient size progression. All blocks of a particular size are kept in a sorted linked list or tree and all new blocks that are formed during allocation are added to their respective memory pools for later use. If a smaller size is requested than is available, the smallest available size is selected and split. One of the resulting parts is selected, and the process repeats until the request is complete. When a block is allocated, the allocator will start with the smallest sufficiently large block to avoid needlessly breaking blocks. When a block is freed, it is compared to its buddy. If they are both free, they are combined and placed in the correspondingly larger-sized buddy-block list.
This memory allocation mechanism preallocates memory chunks suitable to fit objects of a certain type or size.[3] These chunks are called caches and the allocator only has to keep track of a list of free cache slots. Constructing an object will use the any one of the free cache slots and destructing an object will add a slot back to the free cache slot list. This technique alleviates memory fragmentation and is efficient as there is no need to search for a suitable portion of memory, as any open slot will suffice.
In many programming language implementations, all variables declared within a procedure (subroutine, or function) are local to that function; the runtime environment for the program automatically allocates memory for these variables on program execution entry to the procedure, and automatically releases that memory when the procedure is exited. Special declarations may allow local variables to retain values between invocations of the procedure, or may allow local variables to be accessed by other procedures. The automatic allocation of local variables makes recursion possible, to a depth limited by available memory.
Garbage collection is a strategy for automatically detecting memory allocated to objects that are no longer usable in a program, and returning that allocated memory to a pool of free memory locations. This method is in contrast to "manual" memory management where a programmer explicitly codes memory requests and memory releases in the program. While automatic garbage has the advantages of reducing programmer workload and preventing certain kinds of memory allocation bugs, garbage collection does require memory resources of its own, and can compete with the application program for processor time.
Virtual memory is a method of decoupling the memory organization from the physical hardware. The applications operate on memory via virtual addresses. Each attempt by the application to access a particular virtual memory address results in the virtual memory address being translated to an actual physical address. In this way the addition of virtual memory enables granular control over memory systems and methods of access.
In virtual memory systems the operating system limits how a process can access the memory. This feature, called memory protection, can be used to disallow a process to read or write to memory that is not allocated to it, preventing malicious or malfunctioning code in one program from interfering with the operation of another.
Even though the memory allocated for specific processes is normally isolated, processes sometimes need to be able to share information. Shared memory is one of the fastest techniques for inter-process communication.
Memory is usually classified by access rate into primary storage and secondary storage. Memory management systems, among other operations, also handle the moving of information between these two levels of memory.
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The currency in Kuala Lumpur is the Malaysian ringgit.
Dealing with an unfamiliar currency is one of the unique daily challenges faced by travelers. First, you'll have to figure out the best ways to get local currency without making too many middlemen rich. When paying, you'll have to do the exchange rate in your head and fumble to find the right denominations in your wallet, perhaps with impatient people tapping toes in the queue behind you.
Fortunately, working with the currency in Malaysia is straightforward, unlike India, Burma, and other places with confusing money. One of the first things travelers notice about Malaysian money is how colorful it is. This isn't just eye candy. You'll quickly learn which colors match which denominations and know amounts with a glance.
Compared to U.S. dollars which are uniform in color and size, Malaysian banknotes are colorful, creative, and implement advanced anti-counterfeiting measures. The different sizes help people who can't see well to find the right denominations.
Currency in Malaysia is issued by the Bank Negara Malaysia (National Bank of Malaysia).
- Currency Code: MYR
- Local Abbreviation: RM (for ringgit Malaysia)
- Common Usage: RM before the amount (RM 5.50, RM15 ... )
- Pronunciation: "ring-it." Same word for singular or plural (e.g., 1 ringgit, 10 ringgit ... )
- Breakdown: 1 MYR = 100 sen (cents)
The Malaysian Ringgit
The word ringgit actually means "jagged" in Malay. It refers to the Spanish silver dollar coins with rough edges that were once used in Malaysia during colonial times.
Prior to 1975, the currency in Kuala Lumpur was the Malaysian dollar. Very rarely, perhaps as a throwback to the dollar days, prices can sometimes be seen listed with "$" or "M$."
The ringgit was pegged to the U.S. dollar until 2005 when Malaysia followed China's lead by removing the relationship between the two currencies. The Malaysian ringgit is not traded internationally.
Using the Currency in Kuala Lumpur
Ringgit is available in denominations of: RM1, RM5, RM10, RM20, RM50, and RM100. In the 1990s, the government demonetized the RM500 and RM1000 denominations — don't allow someone to give you one!
Each denomination of the ringgit is a unique color to make identification easier. Amounts are printed in large type and are easy to read. Malaysian ringgit implements several high-tech features to make copying and counterfeiting difficult. Like in Singapore, currency is printed on higher quality paper than that found in Thailand, Indonesia, and neighboring countries.
Malaysian Coins
Malaysian ringgit is further divided into 100 sen (think: "cents") with coins in denominations of 5, 10, 20, and 50 sen. Some of the coins are so lightweight that they seem fake!
Unlike in Thailand where coins accumulate quickly, tourists rarely end up encountering many coins in Malaysia. Prices are often deliberately rounded to the nearest ringgit. In some instances, supermarkets don't want to deal with coins so you'll actually get a few candies back as part of your change!
Kuala Lumpur Currency Exchange Rates
Since 2000, one U.S. dollar has been roughly equivalent to between 3 - 4.50 ringgit (RM3 - RM4.50).
Current exchange rates provided by Google Finance:
As usual, you will encounter currency-exchange kiosks at the airports in Kuala Lumpur as well as in malls and touristy places. Although sometimes exchanging money is the best option, ATMs typically offer a better rate, assuming your bank doesn't punish you too much for international transactions.
Compare the current exchange rate to the ringgit "sell" rate posted by the kiosk. Count your money in plain sight of the attendant before walking away from the window.
Using ATMs in Kuala Lumpur
Globally networked ATMs can be found throughout Kuala Lumpur. Fees to withdraw money, if any, are notably lower than Thailand's brutal 220-baht fee (around US $6.50 per transaction).
Tip: Using ATMs that are physically attached to bank branches is always best practice. You stand a better chance of recovering your card if it is captured, and there is less chance that a card-skimming device is installed on the machine. These hidden devices capture and store your account number as the card is put into the machine. Using an ATM standing in the shadows away from the main strip is generally a bad idea for many reasons.
RM100 banknotes given by some ATMs may be difficult to break. Try to find ATMs that issue cash in denominations of RM50, and enter an amount that requires the machine to dispense smaller denominations. For example, request RM450 rather than RM500 — at least you'll receive one RM50 banknote instead of just five RM100s. If the machine allows, RM490 would be even better.
Other Options for Accessing Money
Although usage is generally in decline, American Express traveler's cheques are the most readily accepted. You will pay a fee per cheque to cash at banks, so bring larger denominations (e.g., one $100 is better than two $50s).
Visa and MasterCard are the two most accepted credit cards. Large hotels, malls, dive shops, and other businesses will accept credit cards, but they may tack on a service fee or commission. Let your banks know that you'll be traveling before you go. Otherwise, seeing charges pop up in Asia may cause them to deactivate your card for fraudulent use! Overall, it's better to forgo the rewards points and just use cash while traveling in Malaysia.
Using Money in Malaysia
As in other countries in Southeast Asia, small change can sometimes be hard to find for local businesses. They may have to fight through not having enough change for the rest of the shift if you clean them out early. Paying for your RM5 street noodles with a RM50 banknote is just bad form — don't do it!
Mindfully try to accumulate small change to pay street vendors and people who have trouble with large banknotes. It's a money game that everyone in Southeast Asia plays. Save those big RM50 and RM100 banknotes to break when paying at hotels, bars, chain mini-marts, or other establishments with plenty of cash flow.
Tipping in Kuala Lumpur
Tipping is not customary in Malaysia, however, tips may be expected in luxury hotels and at five-star establishments. A service charge of 10 percent may be added to hotel or restaurant bills in nicer places. Go ahead and round up fares for drivers; doing so is customary. They'll probably tell you they don't have any change anyway!


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Wednesday, May 12, 2010
Argh! Nurgles Rot Has Infected My Room!?
Well, thing is, I cut and glue plastic like its cool. I've got a work desk that I bought to dedicate completely to my plastic army endevours. I use plastic cement and super glue frequently. What smells strong? Plastic glue? What could this stench she complains about be? Probably the plastic glue. Considering I bath once to twice a day, and that I've only lived in this room for one night (however have been working on models for a week in it), I know this is what it is! Yet my Sgt will have none of it. How frustrating!
I suspect that when she finally gets with the program and realized that plastic cement smells kinda funky (I like it actually), she'll tell me I can't put together models anymore. That will PISS me off severely. It's bad enough I can't paint in here and have to drive through DC traffic for half a freaking hour to GW to paint, but to be disallowed to build models? Bollocks! I won't have none of that.
*end rant*
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Couple of things that might help:ReplyDelete
*Ventilation - if you can open a window or run a fan that vents to the outside while you're gluing, that should help.
*Get rid of it - work on something disposable like a sheet of newspaper to catch spills, and then throw it and anything else that has gotten glue on it away in a trash can outside your room.
*Contain it - don't leave your glue out. Get a small sealable plastic tub and put it (and other hobby tools) in there, seal it. If possible, then put it inside another sealable tub. Or put the glue in a sealable bag within a sealable tub.
I've found that these sorts of things cuts down on the hobby-related odor a good bit. I don't like the smell of Simple Green, but don't want to leave my soaking stuff outside - the tub-within-tub method works well for me - I can leave it inside and not notice it.
Not something I've done myself, but you may want to also try putting some kind of odor-neutralizing stuff around your workstation, like a box of baking soda or something similar.
Good luck!
Oh, and be sure to wash up after handling the glue and such! If the smell is on your hands, it'll get on everything in your room you touch!ReplyDelete
That's a killer mate, I remember those days well. Not sure what force or stage of your training you're at but you should have a little leeway.ReplyDelete
Follow the advice above and if all else fails, try having a word with your Sgt. Maybe she'll cut you some slack when she realises it isn't a hygiene issue.
I appreciate the input from every one. Thanks.ReplyDelete
The only thing I have yet to do is the tubbing approach. It sounds like it'll help at least.
As of the moment I've got smell good and deodorizers all over the place. Ventilation is probably a key issue though. I noticed when I came back to my room today that the AC started working again and it didn't smell of glue so bad. Opening the windows though is a no-go as there are no screens and the influx of bugs is unbearable.
At this point I'm past any and all training and am minding my time till I'm out the door. Three years and nine months down, three more to go. :D
- AnonymousMay 13, 2010 at 8:00 AM
Semper Fi, nothin's changedReplyDelete
She probably has the hots for you bro. Your awesomeness has infected her with the 2nd grade school girl heebie jeebies. She's just looking for an excuse to talk to you.ReplyDelete
That's some major bullshit man. Friggin Sgts overstepping their bounds. A good NCO would be like "Hey Marine, welcome to the unit. Your room smells a little weird. Lets take a look around and make sure nothings in there that could make you sick."
When I was in mold was over everything cuz I was stationed in Hawaii. Hell in basic training we were all made to drink out of the mop sink. It's the military...
Keep your head up bro. I am curious as to why you can't paint in your own barracks room though. Is there an arts and crafts center on post you can retreat to so you can get some painting done?
Well, the really messed up bit is I'm an NCO as well. But in the world of MSG Bn, NCO's who've done their duty and served honorably in our Embassy's aren't worth s***. Its a shame, but its just a fact of life with this command. At least enlisted side. I think our officers are kind of blind to it all.ReplyDelete
I've since rid my room of the glue smell, and it now smells pretty darn awesome (if not a tad girly), but she's still finding reason to complain. Whatever, a few months left and I'm free.
On the bright side of things, at least there aren't Marines so blatantly hazed as being forced to drink from mop buckets here. If I ever saw such a thing, their NCO would have his/her head through a wall right fast.


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UN chief paints worsening picture of war in Syria citing widespread conflict, high casualties
UNITED NATIONS – U.N. Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon is painting a worsening picture of the war in Syria, citing indiscriminate government bombing and opposition shelling, high civilian casualties and deteriorating humanitarian conditions.
In his monthly report to the U.N. Security Council obtained Friday by The Associated Press, the Ban said the use of roadside and vehicle-borne improvised explosive devices increased and more than 21 suicide operations were reported in the provinces of Aleppo, Hama and Daraa in December.
He said fighters from the Islamic State terrorist group, who control about one-third of Syria, reportedly incurred heavy casualties in intensified fighting with Kurdish forces last month. He said the al-Qaida-linked Nusra Front reportedly continued to attract additional fighters and resources, particularly in Idlib and Daraa.


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Racism v. Political Incorrectness.
Hey Kids!
So I've had her blog on my blogger list for a while now, but haven't made any comments thus far because I've been too selfishly caught up with my own life, haha - but one of my new daily reads is Rachel's Blog: Adventures of a Gringa in Rio. She's a friend of a friend's and she's been living in Rio for over a year now, and is straight out of Westchestuh!
There's a post today which is SO something I would comment on and there's an interesting discussion going on with the comments made the title of the post is, "racist of not politically correct," (now you see why it's something I would be all about?) and shows an ad for a new soap opera that's supposed to air here in Brazil soon.
I suggest you check it out and let Rachel (or me, hehe) know what you think!!
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Fairly early on in Detroit, Carl is demonstrating to two white girls what it's like living as a black person in the US. He's holding a palm-sized starter gun that looks enough like a real gun to make his spectators hold their breaths. He rants and shouts contradictory orders at Lee, who tries to answer swiftly and politely even as Carl starts shoving him and waving the gun in his face. Lee can't give Carl the right answer, because Carl, representing the white police force, doesn't want to hear the right answer. Finally, Carl shoots the pistol and Lee drops — and the two dissolve into laughter, as this gun is all bang and no bullets. The girls watching, and the young friends Larry and Fred, don't find it quite so funny, and Carl laments that they can't take a joke. The girls don't really want to hear this lesson, and nor do Larry and Fred; they'd been hoping their night at the Algiers Motel would be an escape from the imploding city outside.
The movie as a whole shares a lot with this scene: the camera hovers at peoples' shoulders and backs, it gets in too close to their faces and shudders and rocks as the perspective shifts and situations escalate. Detroit wants you to know what that constant level of tension feels like. It shows you a hopeless situation that the victims cannot get out of, and no matter how polite, compliant and nonthreatening they are, nothing they do or say can end it until the aggressors decide it's over. This is probably the clearest indication that it's a movie made by a white woman, probably aimed largely at white audiences. Non-white viewers in modern America presumably don't really need informing of society's ongoing, inherent racism. If Detroit can be a slap in the face and a wake-up call for people who don't realise that institutional racism is real, then that's great. It's a dramatic, well-acted, well-shot movie. But it's not a story that's told for the victims or the oppressed themselves; its black characters are universally helpless in the face of what happens, which may be accurate enough when it comes to these events, but could be handled better by allowing them more agency in the events that bracket the violence at the Algiers Motel.
It takes a while to ramp up to the events at the motel. The movie begins by meandering through the chaotic streets, offering a taste of what's to come here and there: even as the social contract breaks down, people still want to just be people and have fun and drink and dance and sing. The heightened emotions that occur when fun and abandon collide with hard, humourless law-keeping don't bubble over initially, but it's clear how recklessness is going to grow, both in the oppressed black population of the city, and in the institutionally racist police force. The police know that their raid on an unlicensed venue will inflame tensions in the area: it's with great reluctance that they accept they'll have to bring the party-goers out through the front door, onto the street, rather than round the back of the building. Here, in plain view, locals gather to watch as the whole party is bundled roughly into vans with no questions asked. But the knowledge that their tactics are provocative doesn't stop the police from carrying on, doubling down and telling themselves the blame lies only on the city's black population, not on the failings of the state.
Gradually, the camera starts to pick out individuals, bringing areas of the chaos into focus. Leon, one of the frustrated onlookers at the party raid, is spotted looting groceries. A white police officer, in the middle of claiming that they are 'failing these people', chases Leon down and makes it clear precisely what he means by that: Krauss shoots the fleeing man in the back repeatedly, even when he's dropped the tins and packets he'd taken. Krauss' superior is pissed with him: he knows this man is actively racist in his dealings with Detroit's black population, he disagrees with Krauss' approach and he slaps down his suggestion that looting can only be stopped by shooting looters in the back. But he sends Krauss back out. And he's the first of a bunch of cowards we meet who could have done something to prevent the crimes committed at the Algiers, and he's not even the worst of them.
Although John Boyega's security guard, Melvin Dismukes, is billed as the main character in the trailers for Detroit, it's really Larry, played by Algee Smith, who's at the movie's heart. Dismukes is caught between sides, able to do little more than look on in horror at what unfolds under Krauss' reign of terror at the Algiers. He does what he can — like the first time we meet him, he tries to divert the anger of the white police, and he seems to share an understanding with the man from the military. But none of this makes any difference; Krauss has nothing to fear from Dismukes or his account of the night. Dismukes' complicity in what happened led him to be tried alongside the white officers, and although Detroit implies that there's little he could have done, it would have benefitted from letting us inside Dismukes' head a little more. Boyega is perfectly capable of showing us what isn't said out loud, and his performance is affecting, but he's still not given a lot to work with.
Larry, meanwhile, is a swaggering, confident young singer in The Dramatics: he is certain of a big record deal in his future, he just wants to see a theatre full of people dancing and moving to the sound of his voice. Still, he wants his best friend, Fred (Jaboc Latimore) to be there for all of it, even though Fred isn't in the band. Fred's sweet and quiet and conscientious, and when Larry's dreams of taking to the stage in front of a big name from Motown are scuppered by a police order to clear the venue because of unrest in the area, Larry makes like any other teenage boy: he's going to find his sweet, introverted friend a girl, and he's going to find one for himself while he's at it. But by the end of the ordeal at the Algiers, Larry's a totally different person: he turns in on himself, and when he looks at a theatre audience, or even at record company execs, and he sees white people dancing, and the police guarding the exits, he relives the trauma of the night at the Algiers. The police stole the lives of those who survived that night as much as those who were killed. Larry is the only character whose inner life is explored to any depth, and it's an effective arc to show, even if it felt abbreviated in between the overruling need to move on with the action.
In short though, you should leave this movie angry. The sheer number of people who could have made a difference and didn't is horrifying, from the State Police who turn away from what they fear will be a 'civil rights issue' they don't want to get dragged into, to the military officer who plays along with Krauss' intimidation tactics, to dumbass Demens who'd rather kill a man in cold blood than stand up to a racist bully. At the end of the movie, when text flashes up to update us on where Dismukes and Larry and Julie ended up, and to confirm that full, public justice was never received by the victims at the Algiers, you get a hint of how many people in local government must have been complicit in derailing any attempt to get redress for those who were killed and beaten and traumatised by the police that night. There's no closure to this story, not least because of the resonance it still has in contemporary America.
As a film, Detroit is an effective piece that ratchets the tension up consistently, is acted brilliantly, and has a thing or two to teach people about white allyship. It's not as revolutionary as it might have been though. Although I found it powerful viewing, having since read criticisms of the way it depicts the passivity of its black characters and of the attempted objectivity of its account, I'm inclined to agree with those criticisms. The movie begins by warning us that 'change had to come', but if the change refers to the sudden explosion of frustration that resulted in riots and looting, that story is never completed by the movie — what brought the riots to an end? And if it refers to what should come afterwards, to an actual catharsis or resolution that rights the imbalances of the segregated society depicted, then we're still not there. That's the kind of thing that an ambitious movie like this should acknowledge openly, rather than assuming its audience is all on the same page; it's a lazy assumption that allows people to continue to ignore the problems in contemporary American society.


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Project Runway Season 11: Episode 13, Season Finale Part 1… Dragging It Out Are We? [Runway Rundown]
Well kids, Lifetime opted to drag this shit out for even one more torturous week. They couldn't just wrap it up with one nice big long finale, they had to squeak out one more damn episode and water down what has ultimately been the 2nd to worst season yet. (The worst being when they opted to shoot here in LA.) While I welcome their trying new things and trying to spice up the format, they fell flat once again with a big stupid choice by making this the "Teams Edition" and choosing some of the least talented and bland people that applied. Luckily, at least 3 of the final four are pretty talented in one way or another so somehow the cream rose to the top.
Spoilers ahead… you are warned.
For PART 1 of this finale: The designers were given $10,000 to create 12 looks for a Fall collection and sent home to work. Michelle thought Stanley would end up with a "Bob Mackie Moment," Stanley was excited to see Michelle's stuff as she is so opposite of his aesthetic, Patricia was nervously optimistic as always, and Daniel was over in the corner acting like the muppet he is and hamming it up for the camera.
As always, Tim visited our designers and this part of the season I always really enjoy. I love getting to see the designers' family members, their work spaces, and best of all the awkwardness of watching Tim Gunn try to eat in public. He is always so gracious, so kind and genuinely interested, but in every locale other than the streets of New York he just looks sooooo out of place. It's like placing a rich white lady from Downton Abbey in the modern favelas of Rio: Fun to watch but makes me a little uneasy.
First visit on the line was Patricia in Taos Pueblo, New Mexico. I loved getting a glimpse into her history and surroundings as it really opened me up to where her creativity comes from, in colors and texture. What an incredible area she lives in, and what a wonderful family and rich cultural heritage she has been living with her whole life! Her design inspiration for her collection was based on the idea of Western Civilization's outsiders, and their fascination with native american design but not wanting to intrude. I liked the textures and materials she was playing with. Horse hair already figures in prominently, but it remains to be seen how polished her work will end up looking.
Next, Tim was off to Portland to see Michelle. Her husband (*ahem* she is NOT a lesbian you guys…) seemed very sweet, but did anyone else notice how much he looked like her brother? The two of them could totally be skinhead twins for Halloween! I loved loved loved Michelle's inspiration, how wolves are not just fierce, but loyal and family oriented. She was most interested in the idea of the lone, female wolf on the hunt, and I have to say I bought it hook line and sinker. She may have had a lot of work to do yet but what she showed Tim looked very promising.
Tim travelled to Austin next to see Daniel, and the first thing I thought of when he answered the door with his big crazy hair was: "Bitch, did you steal Madame's merkin and put it on your head? Wayland Flowers is rolling in his grave!" He then introduced us to his sister, potentially drunk on wine, and his two mute gay friends. His inspiration was murky at best with some sort of convoluted explanation of Berlin, Astronomy, the Cosmos, and surrealism. In the end his stuff was black, white and red, and looked like a sale bin at the Lane Bryant funeral section.
Stanley was on the docket next to show Tim his studio in Los Angeles. His very expensive studio looked like some place his hubby most likely rents for him. (Daddy pays the bills.) His inspiration was based in the 60′s with touches of Renaissance Spain. Basically it looked like a big snobby yawn… with a pop of orange.
My best bet at this point: Michelle for the win.
Back in the workroom after they returned to New York and made their niceties (Michelle apparently will allow hugs now…) they unveiled their work to each other. This reminds me of the day that everyone turns in their work in design class and shows up with their drawings, schematics, models etc. and everyone is eyeing each other's work to size up the competition. You can feel it in the air, this process is equal parts appreciation for one another's abilities, and hoping a big old bottle of bleach magically spills on their work. Of everyone in the room, it appears Stanley was the furthest behind with many pieces not even assembled yet.
Tim checked in with the designers after they selected their three looks from their over-all collection to show the judges. His thoughts for Michelle were to "Load them up" and show them all the intricacies she has designed and then take off pieces if the judges see issues with how busy her strapping work is. He is afraid Stanley's work is looking a little old and too covered up, Stanley disagrees. (Never a good sign to disagree with Tim) Patricia has some crazy shit she wants to show, but Tim advised her to go for the kill and show her crazy horse hair head piece, but avoid the leather lumberjack. Daniel, oh who cares about Daniel anyways?
On the Runway, we stuck to the core judges from this season all while praying for Michael Kors to return and bring some fun back to the judges panel! Here's how the designers did:
Stanley: Snooze Fest/ A boring episode of Mad Men
1. Black Silk Pant with Black lace over silk taffeta bolero.
-Nice, expensive looking, but very mature looking and not very sexy.
2. Full gold dress with black metal flower beads encrusted at the neckline.
-Ill fitting, tacky looking, almost resembles ugly 60′s curtains from a tasteless bedroom set.
3. 2 piece outfit with top and skirt made of a fabric with bot dot rhinestones sewn on and a black leather jacket.
-Nice fabric, if a little conservative. HATE the jacket as it looks cheap and ill fitting. Resembles a cheap pleather stool cover.
Patricia: Cooky, surprising, over-styled
1. Hand printed grey silk "eagle feather" modernist dress w/ silk scarf.
-WAAAAY too many accessories, but I like the dress and love the scarf. Ditch that fugly necklace.
2. Black wool cape with horse hair details across the front and back, with a black leather pant.
-Love this look. When I saw the sketch I was skeptical but I adore the end result.
3. Light blue layered tab dress with silver paillettes and a crazy horse hair head dress died blue to match.
-It works on a weird level even if it is a bit bizarre. The judges assessment of Tina Turner Smurf was pretty accurate in a way so I'll leave it at that.
Daniel: Boring, boring-er, boring-est…
1. Black leather frontes capri pant, with black stingray cut out jacket and wide brim hat.
-It's like an Olivia Newton John "Bad Girl" version of My Fair Lady.
2. Black pant with stingray down the side and wide black knit sweater.
-Girl, I can see your bra through that knit…
3. Black crepe bias cut gown.
-Seen it…
and Finally Michelle: In it to win it!
1. "wolf" print sweater with silky brown blouse underneath, grey jeans, and black leather clip on chaplets.
-Love this look, I actually want that sweater.
2. Olive crushed silk dress with neoprene skirt and tan/ brown breastplate.
-I like the look but I think the skirt looks a bit unresolved. Ditch the compass.
3. Black leather and neoprene coat with detachable bags and straps, as well as a quilted grey leather motorcycle pant.
- I want this coat right now. I love it, it looks expensive, and it could sell like hotcakes! Only issue: Those front snaps seem weird and unresolved.
In the end, we said goodbye to Daniel. Quelle surprise?! Bye mister, you were sweet, had a few moments of brilliance, but over-all this was not your day. You didn't work hard at all in defining your point of view or inspiration and what we ended up with was a bunch of boring black shit we have seen before.
Our Top three: Michelle, Stanley and Patricia. Here we go kids, just one more episode and we can finish this god forsaken season and finally get our orange, little monkey, Michael Kors back! What were your thoughts on what we've seen of their collections thus far?
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"What's Happening"
October 20, 21, 22, 2017
20, Friday - The Bull Run presents, Comics & Cocktails 2 - Cameron's Crusaders invites you to join us for a night of laughs with "Comics for a Cure", featuring Jerry Caruso, Krista Brennan & Thomas Mitchell. Join us for Cocktails & Hors d'oeuvers at 6:30 P.M. before the show to look over the auction items and fill in your bids. $35 ticket includes Hors d'oeuvers, Silent Auction & Cash bar. To learn more visit www.bullrunrestaurant.com. To learn more about Cameron's Crusaders visit cameronscrusaders.org.
20, Friday – Monadnock Music presents, Stargazing with Harp, performed by harpist Maria Rindenello Parker, 6:30 p.m. at the Cathedral of the Pines, 10 Hale Hill Rd., Rindge NH – Program to include Leonard Bernstein, Benjamin Britten, Claude Debussy, Ottorino Respighi, and Carlos Salzedo. Tickets are $20.00 in advance or $25.00 at the door. Stargazing to follow at 7:30 p.m. with telescopes and guidance from the New Hampshire Astronomical Society. For more information visit www.monadnockmusic.org.
21, Saturday – 3rd Annual Cracker Festival, 10 Village Square, Westminster – 10:00-5:00 p.m. Come join us for the 3rd Annual Westminster Cracker Festival this October. For the past two years thousands of people have come out for a community celebration held in the village center of downtown Westminster for a great time. This year will be even better! So, come join us and eat some crackers! Event includes a 5K race, chowder and chili competition, live music, local crafts, and cracker character competition. For more information visit www.crackerfestival.com
21, Saturday – Monadnock Pumpkin Festival at the Cheshire Fairgrounds, 247 Monadnock Highway, Swanzey NH – 12:00-8:00 p.m. The festival will include huge pumpkin displays, a costume parade, a baking contest, children's activity tent, Fright Fest, Craft fair artisans, amusement rides, food vendors, face painting, pony rides, and fireworks! For more information visit www.monadnockpumpkinfestival.org
21, 22, Saturday and Sunday, - OktoberFest at Wachusett Mountain, Sat. 10-4, Sunday, 10-3, - Taking the best from AppleFest, we've expanded the calendar to one more event by pulling out the OktoberFest theme! Enjoy German food, music, traditional dancing, beer, craft vendors, a farmers' market, live shows, contests and more! LIVE MUSIC! Stein Hoisting Contest, Keg Tossing Contest, and Pie Eating Contest. For tickets and more information visit www.wachusett.com
21, 22, Saturday and Sunday – Lanni Orchards Pumpkin Festival, 294 Chase Rd., Lunenburg - 8:00-6:00 p.m. PYO apples and pumpkins, Halloween and fall themes, play land, games, hay rides, paint your own pumpkins, hot or cold cider, warm apple crisp, corn maze, and so much more! For more information call 978-582-6246 or visit www.lanniorchards.com
21, Saturday – The Bull Run presents James Maddock, The best singer-songwriters serve the song. The songwriter's songwriter, James Maddock, who has earned the respect of masterful writers such as Bruce Springsteen and Willie Nile, has built his acclaimed legacy on humbly honoring purity of expression. Many albums in his beloved catalog are elegantly spare, conveying his songs and sentiments in the most direct possible way. But for his latest album, "The Green," the songs guided him into recording the most eclectic, exhilaratingly soulful and imaginatively produced album in his career. "This is my best album. It's an upbeat record with really strong songs and a lot of surprises," the British transplant reveals. "It all happened really naturally. I just listened to where the songs where going and allowed myself the time to give each one a proper sonic home." For tickets and more information visit www.bullrunrestaurant.com
22, Sunday – The Bull Run presents Iris Dement, Iris DeMent was inspired to write her first song "Our Town" while driving through a boarded-up Midwest town at the age of 25. "Our Town" was played during the closing scene for the final episode of CBS's television series Northern Exposure. For tickets and more information visit www.bullrunrestaurant.com


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Step smartly into the New Year with this brisk, marching route along country lanes near Reighton. The 'circular' walk is little more than three miles of easy level walking. Work up an appetite for lunch – maybe at The Dotterel Inn – and then complete the day with a romp on Reighton Sands with any children or dogs.
Access to Reighton is by private or public transport. The No. 121 Bridlington bus departs Scarborough at 25 minutes past 9, and every hour, calling at villages in between. Wait opposite the railway station.
Reighton is a tiny village on the Bridlington road, which attracts visitors to its Reighton Sands, and view of Filey Bay and the Brigg.
Access. Travelling along the A165 Bridlington road from Scarborough, you go over two level crossings to pass Primrose Valley Holiday Park to your left. Passing Valentine's Restaurant to the right, turn left along the original road to Reighton, not on the by-pass!
Enter Reighton, and note the sign to Reighton Sands off left, which you may decide to explore after your walk. At a white property in the dip – Manor House Honeysuckle – turn right off Church Lane along St Helen's Lane. A short stretch of houses lead to a hedged lane. Seek to your left an old water pump and well which is an attractive feature and reminder of bygone days! Walk beneath the road bridge and read a 'Give Way' sign as you cross the Hunmanby road to continue south on a long, straight lane between fields, which gently ascends to present views between hedge gaps.
Open fields stretch away to the left, with only a few scattered trees. Approaching a weak road bridge, crossing the railway line, be wary of your weight! This is the North Burton Lane bridge. Continue for about 300m to meet a road junction. Here turn left on a signed Yorkshire Wolds Cycle Track, soon passing West Field Farm to your right. A small woodland lies beyond, and you just keep straight ahead towards trees on the horizon and a warning of road bends. East Field Farm is to your right, with a handsome gate-post. Immediately beyond, you re-cross the railway line which is far below, and continue to the roundabout. Notice the fine sculptures of a shepherd and his sheep! Here, keep straight ahead, ignoring the by-pass off left, and head for The Dotterel Inn, where a sign indicates the road to Reighton.
You may decide to take a refreshment break at The Dotterel, or continue into Reighton village. Prominently sited on an elevation to your right, features St Peter's Church.
[*Do visit St Peter's churchyard, with views over Filey Bay to Carr Naze and the Brigg. Stretches of the Wolds come into view from the hilltop. The church has undergone some re-building, but still retains some of the 12th or 13th century features. It has a charming simplicity. Set in the west end of the nave and under a 20th century tower are pebbles from the beach, a mile away. It's a delightful touch, reminding us that the entire church was once paved like this. The Norman chancel arch has massive roll moulding and tilting sides. Admire the grand Norman font with richly-carved sides. The dainty lid is quite modern. You'll find 13th century lancets in the chancel, and another at the east end of the aisle. On the nave wall is a mass dial.
Two famous people were born in Reighton. Hugh Edwin Strickland, born in 1811, had a grandfather named Edmund Cartwright, inventor of the power loom. As a schoolboy, Hugh explored Speeton Cliffs studying geology and fossils. His natural history pursuits took him to Africa and Asia, resulting in his writing interesting books.
The other famous person, born in 1760, was John Matson. He went into partnership with his father in Bridlington, building many houses. In 1806 he built the 'new' lighthouse at Flamborough Head, to replace the one built in 1672. He was a talented carver of tomb stones in Bridlington and in many other local churchyards.]
Leaving the church, pass the converted chapel as you descend to Manor House Honeysuckle, and your departure point on St Helen's Lane.
Having completed your short walk, if you have your own transport do call at Reighton Sands on your return home.
Distance: 3 miles approximately.
Refreshment: The Dotterel Inn.
Map reference: Ordnance Survey Explorer 301 Scarborough, Bridlington and Flamborough Head. Scale 2½" to 1 mile.


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Misconceptions of Football - Part Two
Football, like any other sport, has many misconceptions and false beliefs – this article will help correct some of the common misconceptions in football which non-avid watchers generally have or believe. Part 2 focuses particularly on Arsenal, Barcelona and Real Madrid and misconceptions surrounding these clubs and its players. You can read part 1 here
Fans (particularly Barcelona fans) have called Ronaldo overrated in the sense that he never scores in the big games which matter, labelling him a small team bully. This is clearly false, as Ronaldo has now proven all his critics wrong in the past two years.
As of October 2012, Ronaldo became the first player in history to score in six consecutive Clásicos, while he has scored very important goals elsewhere, such as in Euro 2012, helping Portugal through to the quarterfinals as well as the semifinals while the Portuguese captain also scored the winning goal against his old club, Manchester United, to take Los Blancos to the quarterfinals of the Champions League this season.
People always take potshots at Arsene Wenger whenever a key player leaves Arsenal saying that "he prefers profits over keeping his players" – this is very false. First of all, Arsenal don't need to sell players, like Everton for example; they have a lot of money to spend.
And if Wenger really preferred profits, would he really make statements saying otherwise, ones which have made him look like a fool in the end? Think about how he said if Fabregas and Nasri were to leave then Arsenal, then the Gunners couldn't be called a "big club" any more. Wenger even contradicted himself later on, saying, "Manchester United sold Ronaldo. Does that mean they are not a big club?" Or think about how Wenger said the "profits made by the van Persie sale doesn't go out on the field and play, players do." He clearly wanted to keep his stars.
Due to the success of La Masia, supplying Barcelona with home-grown superstars, Real Madrid's academy has come under criticism. This is harsh, as Real Madrid's Castilla is very underated – what can be criticized is Los Blanco's use or underuse of their academy. Real Madrid have produced some of the best footballers today, even regretfully letting go of them.
Look at the likes of Juan Mata, Alvaro Negredo and Roberto Soldado, while former greats, Raul and Guti, are also examples. Former Real Madrid man, Francisco Pavon – who will be biased – stated "Everyone always wants to talk about the academy, and I believe Madrid's academy is the best in Spain and one of the best in Europe. It has always produced great players, whether they play for Madrid or for other teams. Many of the best players in the world have come from Madrid's academy." And with Zinedine Zidane soon to coach the academy, it will only get better, one can assume.
One of the biggest arguments anti-Messi fans use against the Argentine captain is that he can't perform without Xavi or Iniesta, indicating that as the reason why he never performs for Argentina when it matters most. While that could be a debate for another day, it's stupid to say that's the case for Barcelona – it's not like Xavi or Iniesta have been in world class form each season, whereas Messi is just getting better and better. An interesting statistic from last season shows that out of Messi's unreal tally of 73 goals, only 10 goals have been assisted by the Spanish duo. If 63 goals without Xavi and Iniesta's help is not performing, then that's only a compliment to Messi.


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Happy Fifth Anniversary to My Husband, My Friend
Yesterday, my husband Rob and I celebrated five years of marriage! I have to say that these have been five great years that went by in the blink of an eye. Rob made me a slide show set to music … Continue reading
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Part of the so called three city which comprises of Gdansk, Sopot and Gdynia, places like this aren't what people typically picture when they think of Poland. Located on the coast of the Baltic Sea, Gdansk is a city which was beautifully restored after the Second World War and due to its miles of sandy beaches is a popular holiday destination for Poles, as well as people from all over Europe. Of course during the summer months, when Poland has surprisingly good weather, the beach is the main attraction with people flocking to the sandy shores to sunbathe and swim in the sea. Away from the beach there are a plethora of beautiful buildings, amazing architecture and a unique market, all of which are well worth looking out for during your stay in Gdansk. Important historical sites to visit include the solidarity museum (solidarity originated in the tri-city and the Westerplatte museum, where only 180 Poles resisted 3500 Germans and their artillery for almost a week's time. In terms of sport, Gdansk boasts a 45,000 seater stadium which is the home of Eklstraklasa side Lechia Gdansk. There is also an Ekstraliga rugby team, also called Lechia Gdansk. When it comes to the nightlife there is a lot of places worth visiting in Gdansk, as well as neighbouring Sopot which perhaps boasts even better nightlife than Gdansk and is just a short taxi ride away. With the aforementioned beach, great nightlife on your doorstep and the added luxury of a beach, whatever the age and ability of your group you're sure to have a great tour in Gdansk.
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Gdansk flights info
Gdansk airport is located 12km west of the city and is reachable on the following routes:
Ryanair: Birmingham, Bristol, Cork, Dublin, Edinburgh, Leeds/Bradford, London Stansted, Manchester.
Wizz Air: Aberdeen, Doncaster/Sheffield, Liverpool, London Luton.
Basic information
- Time: + 1 hour
- Visa: Not required if you have valid UK passport
- Flight time: About 2h 20m
- Bus time: From London about 26h
- Money matters: currently 1 GBP equals approx. 5.80 PLN (Polish Zloty)
- Language: Polish-this is one of the Slav languages and bears no resemblance to English that is recognisable. 4th most difficult language for a foreigner to learn
- Climate: C Cold snowy winters, uplifting springs, hot summers and golden autumns
- Phone codes: Dial +48 for Poland, +44 for UK. Krakow prefix is 12 or 012 if calling from Krakow
- Duty Free Allowances:1 litre of spirits, 2 litres of wine and 5 litres of beer. 250 cigarettes or 50 cigars or 250g of tobacco
- Electrical problems:Use an adaptor then none; Voltage: 220V
- Opening hours: more or less as UK but bars, clubs and restaurants are flexible and tend to stay open later
- Public holidays:
- New Year's Day- January 1
- Easter Sunday and Monday- no fixed date but in April
- Labor Day- May 1
- Constitution Day- May 3
- Assumption of Virgin Mary, Polish Army Day- August 15
- All Saints' Day- November 1
- National Independence Day- November 11
- Christmas- December 25 & 26
- Embassies:
- United Kingdom:Warszawa, al. Róż 1, tel. (+48 22) 628 10 01
- USA:Warszawa, al. Ujazdowskie 29/31, tel. (+48 22) 628 30 41
- Ireland:Warszawa, ul. Humańska 10, tel. (+48 22) 849 66 55
Gdansk's recent history
Gdansk is a city which is growing in popularity each year, mainly thanks to the increasing number of budget airlines flying to this city from UK. Known as part of the 'tri-city' along with Gdynia and Sopot, there is plenty to see and do in this destination in the north of Poland. During the summer months there is a nice beach to enjoy, with the warm Polish summers making it the perfect destination to sunbathe and swim in the sea. And also like all major cities in Poland there is plenty of history and interesting things to see, such as the long market, golden gate and the national museum. If you want a good night out as well then the town of Sopot located nearby is known as one of the best party towns in Poland. There is also a rich sporting legacy in this town, with the gigantic PGE arena playing host Lechia Gdansk, one of the biggest teams in Poland. Not to mention the wide variety of other sports played in the city making it a great sports tour destination.
What's the weather like in Gdansk?
Contrary to popular belief, Poland enjoys very warm summers with Gdansk being no exception. It is known to get as hot as 30c in the summer months, meaning that the weather is perfect to enjoy the beaches in the north of Poland. The winters are cold however, with temperatures of -15c not uncommon coupled with heavy snowfall.
Prices and local currency
The currency used in Gdansk is the Polish Zloty, NOT the Euro as some travellers believe. The exchange rate at the moment is about 5.75 zloty to the pound, which coupled with the cheap prices here means trips to Gdansk can be done on a very low budget. You can eat a meal in a restaurant for a low as 5-10 GBP per person, with a beer costing about 1,50 GBP. Polish notes come in 10, 20, 50, 100 and 200 denominations, although it's always worth making sure you have change as many places often don't have enough coins.
Taxis in Gdansk
Gdansk is a very compact city so it is usually quite easy to walk around, or use public transport. However, there may be some times when a taxi is the better option, especially if you want to go to Sopot for a night out. If you just jump into a waiting taxi in and around the centre then you're quite likely to end up getting ripped off, as they will unfortunately see you as 'fair game' if they're not working for a reputable company. One way to avoid this is to call one of the reputable companies; however this is likely to prove difficult unless you speak Polish.
At Sports Tours Poland we do have a pool of tame drivers which we can supply in special cases. If one or two arrive on separate planes in your group, we will do our best to arrange taxis for them at their own cost. We do this purely as a service and are not making any profit on this. Please ask our guides to arrange taxis for you and then you will be guaranteed a civilised rate. Please do not contact Sports Tours Poland office lines for taxi use while you are here, except under cases of genuine emergency.
Public transport
Public transport in Gdansk is cheap and reliable. A large network of buses, trolleybuses and trams cover the entire city making it very easy to get from one point to another if it's too far to go on foot. Tickets are charged per journey costing 3.20 PLN for a single journey. Tickets can be bought from machines at bus and tram stops, or also from kiosks as well as on board some buses and trams. Once you've bought your ticket you must validate it in one of the on board ticket validators which will stamp it with the date and time. Failure to do this could result in a hefty fine if there is a ticket inspector on board. Please also note that ticket machines on board buses and trams don't accept notes or cards, so you must make sure you have enough for the ticket in coins.
The buses and trams are identified by number, with each bus or tram stop listing the number of each line and the stops it will go to.
Drink in Gdansk
Drinking is deeply embedded in the Polish way of life, with alcohol available pretty much anywhere. Bars are open a lot longer here than in the UK, with many bars staying open until the last customer leaves.
The most popular drinks in Poland are beer, and of course vodka. Polish beers are very strong, but they also taste great with even the most common brands such as Tyskie or Kasztelan being of the highest quality. The strength of each one is usually a minimum of 5%, although there are a few weaker 'session' beers available. Dark beers or porters are also very popular here, and whilst they taste great they are often quite heavy and usually stronger than the lagers. You can also get some imported beers such as Heineken, however these are more expensive and roughly the same price you'd pay in the UK. For a Polish beer (500ml) you're looking at between 6-10zl. Polish vodka is also known to be some of the best in Europe, with a number of different flavours available in each bar. It is also very cheap, with a large shot of vodka usually costing around 5 zl (less than one pound). Good quality wine is also readily available, with the prices often a lot cheaper than in the UK. Common sense rules do apply though, so never order a bottle of wine without checking the price first as you may end up with a nasty shock once the bill arrives.
Food in Gdansk
The Poles have a phrase which describes their duties to their lucky guests: "A guest in my house is like God in my house". This means that it's very hard to go hungry in Poland!
Restaurants in Gdansk are known for having good quality food and also very generous portions. Polish food is very good and also very cheap, with a restaurant meal costing you between 5 and 10 pounds on average.
There are a variety of Polish restaurants sitting next to Ukrainian, English, French, Italian, Indian, and Chinese amongst others. Of course not unlike any major European city there are also the typical array of chain restaurants and fast-food joints.
Top 5 sights to visit when in Gdansk
1. Visit Long MarketThe long market in Gdansk is one of the most notable tourist attractions in the region, situated in the middle of the city. It really is something that you can't miss when visiting the city, with the focal point of this place is the bronze statue of the sea god Neptune which was created in 1633 and restored in 2011/12. The square itself is surrounded by fascinating buildings, many of which are colourful ornate houses which really do look spectacular when the sun is out. Long Market has been described as 'the soul of the city' with many restaurants and bars around the end of the market making it a perfect place to sit back and relax.
2. Visit the beach
When people think of Poland they don't necessarily associate it with beaches, however the north of Poland is full of sandy beaches which are definitely worth a visit. The beachfront in the Gdansk area stretches for 30km so there is plenty of coast line to explore. The facilities on the more popular beaches are also good, especially for volleyball players as there are a number of beach volleyball courts available. There are also a number of places to hire boats and kayaks, great for any water sports enthusiasts. The beaches have the added advantage of being in easy reach of the city centre as well, easily accessible by tram or on foot.
3. Have a night out in Sopot
Whilst the nightlife in Gdansk is known to be good, the nightlife in neighbouring Sopot is even better, which is why that's where the locals head for a night out. Located just 12km from Gdansk, Sopot is a thriving town packed full of bars and clubs, many of which are in full swing every night of week during the warmer months. Sopot can be easily reached by tram or train at the start of the night; however we'd recommend organising a taxi to take you back at the end of the night. It's well worth it though as you're sure to have a great night out in what is known as one of the best party cities in Poland.
4. Go to watch a Lechia Gdansk match
Like any other country in Europe, Polish people are crazy about football. And in Gdansk you have the opportunity to go and watch one of the biggest teams in Poland; Lechia Gdansk, who have had a lot of money invested in them in recent years and are expected to be challenging for the Polish title sooner rather than later. Lechia play their home games at the impressive PGE Arena Gdansk which holds 41,000 people and was built originally for the Euro 2012 Championships. The Lechia fans are also known to be some of the most passionate in Poland, creating a great atmosphere at every single home game.
5. Visit the European Solidarity Centre
Opened in 2014, the grand multimedia exhibition traces Poland's struggle against the communist rule. Whilst this appeals to anybody who is interested in the communist history of Poland, it is also interesting if you're not as a series of moving series of exhibitions demonstrate what life was like in communist Poland, as well as the key role workers at the Gdansk shipyards played in creating the solidarity trade union in 1980, ultimately bringing down the regime in 1989. This is a truly educational experience and one which can be enjoyed by all, regardless of any prior knowledge of the communist history in Poland.
Why Gdansk?
- There are a wide range of sports on offer. We can arrange fixtures for football, rugby, basketball, volleyball, hockey, handball, and American football. As well as fixtures we can also get you tickets to watch Ekstraklasa team Lechia Gdansk play.
- Gdansk has a beautiful beach which is well worth visiting in the summer. The warm summer temperatures mean that it is the perfect location to do a bit of sunbathing and also to swim in the sea.
- Gdansk is a very picturesque place. As well as the aforementioned beaches, there is also a beautiful old town with a number of impressive buildings and monuments which have to be seen. It's well worth taking a proper tour whilst you're here to see it all.
- Nearby Sopot is known to be one of the best party cities in Poland. It's just a short taxi journey away, and if packed full of restaurants, bars and clubs where you can sample some authentic Polish nightlife.
- The prices! With Poland still not yet using the Euro it means that prices here are a lot cheaper than other cities in Europe. You can expect to pay 5 – 10 GBP for a restaurant meal and only 1,50 GBP for a beer!
- It's easy to get to. There are very short flight times with a number of low cost airlines running flights to Gdansk everyday meaning wherever you are in the UK it's easy to get there!


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College basketball betting on Wednesday features the second-ranked team in the country as the Syracuse Orange host Connecticut.
The Orange are 23-1 this season and in first place in the Big East at 10-1. Connecticut is 14-0 overall and 4-6 in the Big East. This NCAA basketball betting contest can be seen on ESPN.
College basketball betting on Syracuse has been very successful this season while the same can not be said about the Huskies. Syracuse has risen to #2 in the country in both polls. They have won 10 straight overall including on Sunday when the routed Cincinnati 71-54 in college basketball betting. Andy Rautins led the Orange with 20 points while Kris Joseph added 17. Syracuse now has a +17.9 scoring margin this season and they are holding opponents to 64.1 points per contest.
Connecticut is 3-3 in the six games since head coach Jim Calhoun announced he was taking a medical leave of absence. The Huskies have lost three of their lost four but they did win at home on Saturday against DePaul.
Jerome Dyson leads the Huskies with 19 points per game. Stanley Robinson is at 16.2 points per contest and ranks second on the club in rebounding. Kemba Walker is averaging 13.3 points per game.
Syracuse has a 49-35 advantage in the overall series with Connecticut, including a 23-13 record in games played at home. The Orange has won four of the last seven meetings, including splitting a pair of games last season. The one that everyone will remember from last year is the six overtime win for Syracuse in the Big East Tournament. Syracuse won that game 127-117. It is thought to be one of the greatest college basketball games ever played.
There is not a lot to like about the Huskies in college basketball betting right now. The Huskies are 2-5 vs. the college basketball betting line in their last 7 road games. The Huskies are 0-4 in NCAA basketball betting in their last 4 games overall.
On the other side there is a lot to like about Syracuse in college basketball betting. The Orange are 24-7 ATS in their last 31 games overall. The Orange are 19-7 vs. the college basketball betting odds in their last 26 home games.
Nine of the last 13 Connecticut road games have gone under in NCAA basketball betting. The last four Syracuse games have gone under the total. In this NCAA basketball betting series at Syracuse, five of the last seven have gone under.


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Next-Level Networks: Creating Sophomore Success Networks
Tuesday, August 29, 2017
Adanti Student Center - Room 201
Adanti Student Center - Room 201
Friends, acquaintances, study partners, and even fellow members of clubs and organizations can impact your social and academic success. The New Student and Sophomore Programs Office invites sophomores to learn how to create and maintain a balanced and healthy network of peers.
Adanti Student Center - Room 201
501 Crescent St
New Haven, CT 06515
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The quality of a packaging is not an absolute term, but always depends on its use. Customers are served by a constant product quality within the agreed specifications. The art is for the supplier to be able to supply the required quality promptly, with sufficient capacity and reliability of supply and at the right price. That requires an in-depth knowledge of and a feel for the market.
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