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Racin' & Gaitin' For Trent Charity Horse Show
Racin' & Gaitin' For Trent Charity Horse Show June 28th & 29th at the Kentucky Horse Park Alltech Arena
Learn more: https://www.reinsofhopekentucky.org
Email: [email protected]
National Mounted Police Colloqium
Instruction will include flatwork, jumping, crowd control, tactics, and search techniques.
Guest instructors are scheduled to include Jerry Mayo, Royal Canadian Mounted Police (retired), Megan Lau (Maryland National Capital Park Police-MC), Toronto, Canada Mounted Police, and U.S. Border Patrol.
Click here to register with payment online now! (Preferred Method)
UPHA Chapter 9 Kentucky Fall Classic Horse Show
The UPHA Chapter 9 Kentucky Fall Classic Horse Show is a 3-day show for saddle/gaited horses. Classes that will be taking place include harness, pleasure, roadster, equitation, and breed-specific classes. The show is sponsored by United Professional Horseman's Association Chapter 9 and is used as their annual fundraiser. The show also benefits the American Saddlebred Museum. For more information on this event please go to www.kentuckyfallclassic.com or call Chuck Walker at (859) 333-1406. Picture courtesy of www.kentuckyfallclassic.com.
36th Annual Kentucky Book Fair
Since its inception in 1981, the Kentucky Book Fair has been connecting readers and authors in a celebration of shared passion and mutual interest: the importance of reading and writing. Each year, more than 170 local and national authors participate in the event, signing their latest books and meeting readers from Kentucky and surrounding states. KBF Kids Day, open to schools all over the Commonwealth, gives hundreds of Kentucky students the opportunity to interact with authors through a series of engaging presentations. Kentucky Book Fair programs are free and open to the public; KBF Kids Day programs require registration.
Cheer Elite Classic
- An Ultimate Series Champion Qualifier, this cheer event features all-star, school and dance teams from across the country.
- Doors open at 7 am
- 8 am -6:30 pm
- $8 admission fee
The date for the KAPOS State Elementary and Middle School Competitions have been set for Saturday, December 16, 2017 at Alltech Arena at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington. Competition times are listed as Eastern Standard Time. All elementary and middle school cheer teams are encouraged to participate in their regional competitions which must be completed by Friday, December 1. Regional winners will advance to the state competition. For more information visit kapos.org
KY Invitational Truck & Tractor Pull
The 7th Annual Kentucky Invitational rolls into Alltech Arena on January 4, 5, and 6. Admission is $20 (kids under 6 free). For more information visit www.kentuckyinvitational.com.
Lexington RV Show
Featuring the very latest makes and models of recreational vehicles from all the nation's top manufacturers. Special factory rebates, financing, and on the spot loan approval makes this show a cannot miss for the serious RV enthusiasts!
That's not all……
The show will feature a huge parts and accessories exhibit, along with campgrounds, tow vehicles, and everything you may need for your next RV vacation.
Seminars, features, and entertainment will set this show apart from all others in the state.
There is something for everyone at the LEXINGTON RV SHOW!
Ticket Prices: $8 Adults; Kids under 12 Free
For more information visit www.lexingtonrvshow.com
Governor's Prayer Breakfast
The Governor's 52nd Annual Prayer Breakfast will be Tuesday, February 6 from 7:30 am to 9:30 am at the Kentucky Horse Park's Alltech Arena.
Guest speakers include Albert Veksler, Israeli Director, Jerusalem Prayer Breakfast Movement, and Nick Mingione, UK Head Baseball Coach.
$20 per ticket at the door; tables of 8 for $160. For advance tickets, email [email protected] More information: https://buff.ly/2GbBOoC
Cheer Elite Best of the Best National Championships
This OPEN NATIONAL COMPETITION is a battle between all of the Top Scoring teams, Grand Champions and Ultimate Champions from all of our events this season.
It is also open to all other teams that want to join in the fun!!! We will have a GREAT COACH'S HOSPITALITY ROOM!
All teams participating in this competition receive a trophy, regardless of score and number of teams in their division. Other awards that will be given are Grand Champion, Ultimate Champion, Specialty Awards, Spirit Award and Coach of the Year Award as well as the participant's favorite Top Gun Awards and TONS OF MEDALS, TROPHIES AND BANNERS. We will also be giving out RINGS to the Ultimate Champion winners!! We look forward to your participation, and helping us increase the donations for the Greenhouse 17 Shelter !!
Admission $8
Parking $5/per car load
All Star Cheer Teams:
$45/competitor, $45/crossover
School Cheer Teams:
$45/competitor for the 1st routine,
$12/competitor for each additional routine
(sideline & 2 1/2 min; sideline & fight song, etc.)
Dance Teams:
$45/competitor for the 1st routine, $12/competitor for each additional routine (pom & hip hop, etc.)
Solo/Duet/Stunt groups: $60/competitor
School Cheer will compete on mats.
Dance will compete on marley.
All Star Cheer will compete on spring floor.
We look forward to seeing you this year!!
American Truck Historical Society Annual Convention and Truck Show
We will be exhibiting 1,000+ large and 50+ small vintage/antique trucks, 100+ vendors of all types, lots of food options, children's area with pony rides.
Greg Evigan from the TV hit BJ & the Bear will be onsite along with the truck he drove in the show, signing autographs and photo opportunities.
$30-$35 for a 3/day pass or daily gate ticket price $15 with children 12 and under free.
American Haflinger Registry National Sporthorse Show
Downunder Horsemanship - 2018 Walkabout Tour
At Walkabout Tours, horse trainer Clinton Anderson holds nothing back. He shares the ultimate goal of horsemanship with his personal horses and explains the training process, right from the start, by working with local problem horses. Step-by-step, he demonstrates how his training method helps real horses with real problems get real results. Whether you ride English or western or are a serious competitor or love to hit the trails, learn how Clinton uses the Method to develop respectful and safe horses. From problem horses and learning to build your confidence to advanced riding techniques and trick training, the weekend offers something for every level of horseman.
National Horse Show 2018
US Dressage Finals (1)
TriState MX
Part of the 2019 Indoor Championship Series. Amateurs youth to adult and also money classes with lots of prizes -- Motocross at its best! Doors open at 5, races start at 7. Contestant signups start at 10 am. See Facebook page for ticket prices.
Kentucky After Christmas Sale
Live/onsite multi-breed gaited equine auction specializing in pleasure Tennessee Walking Horses.
Welcome and anticipated entries include the following: Kentucky Mountain Saddle Horse, Racking Horse, Tennessee Walking Horse, Missouri Fox Trotter, Rocky Mountain Horse, United Mountain Horse, National Spotted Saddle Horse, Spotted Saddle Horse, American Gaited Mule.
Entry deadline Jan. 18, 2019
Bulls, Bands and Barrels
The BIGGEST party of the winter in coming back to Lexington, KY!! For the 3rd year in a row the Bulls, Bands, & Barrels Tour is coming to The Kentucky Horse Park Alltech Arena in beautiful Lexington, KY on February 9, 2019 at 7 PM with Bull Riding, Barrel Racing, FREE STYLE BULLFIGHTS plus Brinson James the entertainer and a concert by Kentucky's own, Nicholas Jamerson of Sundy Best with special guest Tyler Booth Music and Laid Back Country Picker!! Gates open at 5:30, pre party with Laid Back Country Picker at 6:00 with the show starting at 7:00 PM! Tickets are on sale NOW at https://bit.ly/2A9soIX!!
KHSAA State Wrestling Championships
The 56th KHSAA State Wrestling Championships will be held at Alltech Arena Feb. 16-17. Visit www.khsaa.org for more information. Event parking $5.
Central Kentucky Home Expo
Exciting New Features Include:
- The Expo will be featured on the Alltech Arena Floor
- Tiny Home Village
- Make Your House a Home for a Lifetime: Home Modification Options
- Smart Home Central
- More to come!
If you are thinking about remodeling or new home construction, then the Central Kentucky Home Expo is your destination for the latest and hottest ideas!
Location: KY Horse Park Alltech Arena (4089 Iron Works Pkwy, Lexington, KY 40511)
Dates & Times:
- Friday, February 22: 4pm - 8pm
- Saturday, February 23: 10am - 5pm
- Sunday, February 24: 11am - 4pm
- Tickets can be purchased at the event
- Free parking
- Handicap accessible
Blue Grass Trust Antiques & Garden Show
Beautiful regional show, 70+ Quality Dealers of antiques, fine art, garden & floral design, silver, jewelry, rugs, prints, maps & more, complimentary daily lectures, ala carte cafes & bars.
Daily tix @ door: $20; Run of show tix: $30, fundraiser for Blue Grass Trust for Historic Preservation. GALA Preview Party March 1, 6-9 p.m.
Kentucky Crafted Market
The Kentucky Crafted Market is the Kentucky Arts Council's premier marketing event of Kentucky artistry produced each year. The show features the highest quality art, craft, literature, music and food found in the state. More than 200 Kentucky Crafted and select out-of-state artists, musicians and artisanal food producers make their finest work available to wholesale buyers and the general public during the three-day event.
Wholesale buyers have the rare opportunity at The Market to place orders directly with producers of Kentucky traditional and contemporary fine art and craft, as well as publishers of Kentucky related books and specialty food products.
Doors are opened to the general public for two days each year. Shoppers can find fine art and craft from Kentucky's most extraordinary artists, participate in hands-on arts educational activities, or take a break at the Kentucky Stage music festival featuring some of the state's best-loved musicians and performers.
Kentucky is one of a few states in the nation to sponsor a show of this kind for its art and craft businesses. Its 37-year tradition of excellence has not gone unnoticed. The Kentucky Crafted Market was named the No. 1 Fair & Festival in the country four times by readers of AmericanStyle Magazine. The Southeast Tourism Society has named it a Top 20 Event for 15 years.
Trade Hours: Friday, March 15 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. (Wholesale buyers with ID only)
Public Hours: Saturday, March 16 10 a.m. - 6 p.m and Sunday, March 17 10 a.m. - 4 p.m
Public Admission:
$8.00 online or at the door (Children 15 and under free with adult admission.)
Online Ticket Purchase:
Parking: $5.00
The Kentucky Crafted Market offers art, live music, literature and food
- Nearly 200 exhibitors of fine art, craft, books and food
- Featuring two days of Americana, bluegrass and world music performances
- Specialty food products from Kentucky Proud members
- Hands-on activities and a holding area for purchases
Road to the Horse
A vision of Steven and Tootie Bland, Road to the Horse was created with passion and perseverance. Steven and Tootie were believers in a message they wanted to share with the world. The message: create a relationship which is based on a foundation of trust with the horse, and everything else can be accomplished. Fans at Road to the Horse, follow the journey and witness an accumulation of a lifetime of passion and knowledge be put to the test as elite clinicians from around the world face off for the coveted World Championship of Colt Starting title. Fans witness partnerships develop before their very eyes, they witness the setbacks and witness the triumphs, as competitors build a relationship with an untouched 3-year-old American Quarter Horse which will then be put to the ultimate test, where only one can walk away with the World Championship of Colt Starting title.
Cowboy Up for a Cure Rodeo
The Cowboy Up for a Cure Rodeo, presented by Quick Lane Tire & Auto Center at Jack Kain Ford, returns to the Kentucky Horse Park's Alltech Arena, on Saturday, April 6, 2019 at 7pm.
Gates will open at 6pm and attendees can enjoy our children's activity center or shop for rodeo style apparel at one of the many vendors on-hand.
Award-winning, professional rodeo entertainment will be provided by 3 Bar J Rodeo of Union City, Indiana, with a field of over 200 entrants.
Since 2014, Cowboy Up for a Cure, Inc. has hosted this annual event to raise money for pediatric cancer patients seeking treatment in Central Kentucky.
To date, $250,000 of the funds raised by Cowboy Up for a Cure, Inc. have directly benefited the DanceBlue Kentucky Children's Hospital Hematology/Oncology Clinic in endeavors such as the UK PAWS Program.
The Cowboy Up for a Cure Rodeo has been awarded the Mid-States Rodeo Association's Best Rodeo during the 2015, 2016 and 2018 Rodeo seasons.
Tickets may be purchased online or at the door. Cost is $17 per person, with children five years of age and younger admitted free of charge. Groups of 10 or more may purchase tickets at a discounted rate online, with ticket code UKSTORG.
About Cowboy Up for a Cure, Inc.
Cowboy Up for a Cure, Inc. was founded in 2013, to benefit children with various forms of pediatric cancer. Our goal is to raise awareness and to support a pathway to progress for families faced with this adversity.
About the UK PAWS Program
The PAWS Program at the DanceBlue Kentucky Children's Hospital Hematology/Oncology Clinic was created to be the educational liaison between the school, the family, and the medical team, on behalf of the patients we serve. The PAWS Program was established in August 2014 through the generous support of two non-profit organizations: Cowboy Up for a Cure and DanceBlue: For the Kids.
Kentucky Spring Premier Horse Show
Held in the Kentucky Horse Park's Alltech Arena, the Spring Premier Horse Show is charity driven show, the KY Spring Premier has held silent auctions, pitch a pig contests and other efforts to raise money for such charities as Thursday's Child and the American Saddlebred Museum.
The show provides a laid-back atmosphere while allowing exhibitors a first class horse show in a beautiful setting. There is nothing more beautiful than Kentucky in the springtime and no place on earth is more spectacular than the Kentucky Horse Park.
We hope you will come join us at the Kentucky Spring Premier American Saddlebred Horse Show. The three-day full schedule includes a wide range of performance classes for Saddlebreds, Hackneys, and Road Horses.
Click here to learn more!
Scott County Schools Graduation
Woodford County Schools Graduation
Franklin County High Schools Graduation
4H Horse Judging
Schedule of Events
- 7:30am: Registration begins
- 8:00am: Contest Begins, Judging and Hippology
- 11:30am Lunch (when judging portion is finished)
- 1 hour after lunch begins, Senior Divsion gives oral reasons
- Awards will be given Friday night at the Contest Awards Ceremony at UK Campus, Seay Auditorium
Learn more at https://afs.ca.uky.edu/4h-youth/horse/event/ky-4-h-horse-judging-contest
Lexington Rodeo
Extreme Mustang Makeover
Come watch trainers compete for $125,000 in cash and prizes. Created and presented by the Mustang Heritage Foundation the purpose of the Extreme Mustang Makeover competition is to showcase the beauty, versatility and trainability of the American Mustangs. This event features mustangs aged 3-6 that have had little to no human contact. Approved trainers are paired with a mustang and have about 100 days to gentle and train it to compete in classes in handling, conditioning, pattern and trail riding. The Top 10 will compete in a freestyle finale on Saturday. At the conclusion all of the horses will be available for sale to the public.
UK Transportation Roadeo
District 7 crews of the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet gathered outside of the Alltech arena for the annual Equipment Roadeo, which competitively tests crew's expertise in operating and maneuvering road work equipment.
RK Gun and Knife Show
Looking for a great way to spend a day or the weekend of June 29th & 30th? If you are a gun collector or a hunting enthusiast, the gun show at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, KY is a great place to spend some time. RK Shows will have a variety of vendors displaying guns, hunting supplies, military surplus and outdoor gear. Vendors also will be available to teach you, answer your questions, and help you find exactly what you're looking for.
Safety is first at all of RK Shows Events, so we will have security and check-in points for the safety of our attendees and vendors.
Saturday: 9 AM – 5 PM
Sunday: 9 AM – 4 PM
Adults(Ages 13 & up): $10, VIP: $12.50 – no line, no wait
Children(Ages 6-12): $4, VIP: $6.50 – no line, no wait
VIP Tickets can be purchased online, see below.
Dealer Set Up
Friday: NOON – 7 PM
Saturday: 7:30 AM – 8:30 AM
Bill Bradley Reining Classic
NRHA Show at the Alltech Arena to benefit the Reining Horse Foundation. A 4th of July Celebration and a week of awesome reining competition to honor a wonderful man and a fabulous foundation.
Find the show schedule here.
Stay connected with us by following our Facebook group here!
Bluegrass Classic Dog Show
Five days of all-breed conformation and obedience competition sponsored by the Lexington Kennel Club Inc., the Northern Kentucky Kennel Club Inc., and the Mid-Kentucky Kennel Club Inc. This show will include competition for more than 150 breeds, best-in-show competition, junior showmanship classes, obedience and rally, AKC Owner-Handler Series, Canine Good Citizen Test, and much more!
Admission to Alltech Arena – Bluegrass Classic Dog Shows will charge $8. per day for admission to all dog events. You may purchase a $40. multi day pass for all 5 days on Wednesday at Alltech Arena from 2pm to 8pm. If you have correct change your waiting time will be reduced. Please display your Bluegrass Classic Pass in your vehicle at all times. There is a $5 Parking Fee upon entering the Kentucky Horse Park.
To learn more about this event visit https://bgclassic.org.
Comic Xperience
Saturday, Sept 7th - 11am to 7pm
Sunday, Sept. 8th - 11am to 6pm
Comic Xperience is a brand new two-day comic conference coming to Lexington, KY this September. On Saturday, September 7th and Sunday, September 8th comic book enthusiast will be able to gather at Alltech Arena located at the Kentucky Horse Park.
Comic Xperience is the comic conference that focuses on the art, the story lines, the history, the creating and the enjoyment of comics! A place where beginners and serious collectors can come together to learn, share, buy, trade and collect one of a kind pieces from artists themselves.
Seth Boyd, Founder and Creator, has been a comic book collector for over 20 years and has turned his hobby into a business. Starting with collecting, selling online and meeting industry leaders, then moving to open a brick and mortar comic store, The Vault Comics & Collectibles, and ultimately now hosting Comic Xperience. With Seth's passion, knowledge and industry connections, this conference is sure to be a unique experience for all involved.
There will be comic book creators, artists, writers and collectors from near and far to "talk shop".
To keep up with all the latest special guests and schedules, please make sure to visit www.ComicXperience.com
To purchase tickets, click here.
You may follow Comic Xperience via:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ComicXperience
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/comicxperience/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Comic_Xperience
For more information or to set up an interview, please contact Jaimeson Gann at [email protected] with PRESS INQUIRY as subject.
National Mounted Police Colloquium
The Kentucky Horse Park Police and the Lexington Police Department present the 25th Annual National Mounted Police Colloquium at Alltech Arena September 23-27, 2019.
Megan Lau Maryland National Capital Park Police-MC
Toronto, Canada Mounted Police
Mounted Shooters – Ky Cowtown Rangers
Other instructors to be determined
Conference Site
The Kentucky Horse Park will be the conference site for the 35th Annual National Mounted Police Colloquium.
Course Content
Flatwork, Jumping, Crowd Control, Tactics, Search Techniques, Obstacles, Shooting
Registration will be limited to the first 100 paid applicants. You are not registered until payment or purchase order has been received. Online registration and payment is prefered.
Mounted Police Colloquium Information
Register Online here: https://secure.kentucky.gov/formservices/KYHorsePark/Colloquium
or Download Mail-in Registration Form
Questions? Contact Captain Lisa Rakes:
Civilian Equine Sensory Training Clinics
(These are identical one-day clinics)
The clinics are hosted by the Kentucky Horse Park and the Lexington Mounted Police Unit. National and international instructors will provide training in obstacle, sensory and equitation techniques. The clinic, grounded in natural horsemanship fundamentals, is done in-hand and under saddle. Training is conducted in a controlled environment geared to improving the confidence of both horse and rider. All breeds of horses and riding disciplines are welcome. (Must be 18 years old to participate.)
If you experience difficulties registering while using a mobile device, please try to register while using a desktop computer. You will receive a confirmation email when registration and payment are completed. Please contact Anne Anderson for more information at 859-299-5744 or [email protected].
Click here to register with payment online now
Kenny Woods Gun & Knife Show
Looking for a great way to spend a day or the weekend of September 28th & 29th? If you are a gun collector or a hunting enthusiast, the gun show at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, KY is a great place to spend some time. RK Shows will have a variety of vendors displaying guns, hunting supplies, military surplus and outdoor gear. Vendors will also be available to teach you, answer your questions, and help you find exactly what you're looking for.
Safety is first at all of RK Shows Events, so we will have security and check-in points for the safety of our attendees and vendors.
Saturday: 9 AM – 5 PM
Sunday: 9 AM – 4 PM
Adults (Ages 13 & up): $10, VIP: $12.50 – no line, no wait
Children (Ages 6-12): $4, VIP: $6.50 – no line, no wait
VIP Tickets can be purchased online, see below.
Learn more...
UPHA Chapter 9 KY Fall Classic Horse Show
Goodguys 2nd Kentucky Nationals Car Show
Horsepower meets Horse Park at the 2nd Goodguys Kentucky Nationals at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, October 11-13. Don't miss a jam-packed weekend of cool cars, cool people and good times as Goodguys returns to the Bluegrass state.
Come on out and see over 1,500 1987 & older hot rods, customs, muscle cars, trucks and classics on display. Plus, grab a spot in the stands all watch the country's best AutoCross racers blast around the cones on the AutoCross Course! Explore Vendor Exhibits and see the latest products and trends, special parking areas on Saturday, shop the Swap Meet & Cars 4 Sale Corral, a tire-frying Burnout Competition, enjoy the FREE Kids Zone and so much more! And, late model American made, or powered muscle cars, customs and trucks are welcome on October 13th for our Spectre Performance All American Sunday!
For complete details and to register your vehicle or purchase tickets, visit www.good-guys.com/kn.
Event Hours:
- Friday, October 11 - 8:00am to 5:00pm
- Saturday, October 12 - 8:00am to 5:00pm
- Sunday, October 13 - 8:00am to 3:00pm
National Horse Show
The CP National Horse Show is a 5-day hunter/jumper event. The event will feature a full array of hunter divisions, Junior & Amateur Owner Jumpers, the top Open Jumpers from the USA and around the world, and the Maclay National Championship. The CP National Horse Show is consistently ranked as one of the top shows in the United States by the North American Riders Group (NARG). For more information on the CP National Horse Show please visit http://www.nhs.org or call (561) 753-3389.
US Dressage Finals
Dressage competitors from across the country will be stepping onto the national stage at the US Dressage Finals. Top qualifiers from across the country will be competing in a national head-to-head championship that showcases competitors in adult amateur and open divisions, at Training Level through Grand Prix.
Held at the prestigious Kentucky Horse Park, November 7-10, 2019, the US Dressage Finals is a Level Five Competition, the highest level of competition under United States Equestrian Federation rules.
Learn more at https://www.usdf.org/usdressagefinals/
Bluegrass Rockin' Rodeo
Join us at the Kentucky Horse Park Alltech Arena for the Bluegrass Rockin' Rodeo!
Bull Riding ★ Calf Roping ★ Barrel Racing
Bareback Riding ★ Saddle Bronc Riding
Steer Wrestling ★ Team Roping
All in the Alltech Arena - 5,500 seat capacity - 8 VIP luxury suites - Concourse exhibit space - Full bar and concessions
The Professional Rodeo Finals
The International Professional Rodeo Association (IPRA) has been providing world-class rodeo excitement for more than 50 years. From big cities to small towns, from major league stadiums to portable arenas, the IPRA is the sport's second largest professional rodeo association sanctioning nearly 300 rodeos.
The International Finals Rodeo is the premier display of the top rodeo cowboys and cowgirls of the IPRA. The IFR offers more than $250,000 in cash and prizes.
KHSAA State Cheerleading Competition
The Kentucky High School Athletic Association Competitive Cheer Championships is a high school cheerleading competition on December 8th and 9th, 2017. Divisions will be split in size: small, medium, large, and super large. There will also be a coed division. For more information on the KHSAA Competitive Cheer Championship please call KHSAA at 859-299-5472 or go to www.KHSAA.org. Photo courtesy of KHSAA.org.


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text: BUSINESS home video digest 5:00 AM PDT 4/10/2008 by Empty , AP FACEBOOK TWITTER EMAIL ME Empty Raise your glassesWalt Disney Studios Home Entertainment has set Aug. 19 as the release date for "Hannah Montana/Miley Cyrus: Best of Both Worlds Concert." The 3-D concert film, which grossed $64.5 million in theaters, will be released on standard DVD and Blu-ray Disc. Extras include a behind-the-scenes feature, "The Ultimate Personal Tour"; a sing-along mode; and additional songs. And, yes, each package will come with a set of 3-D glasses.Summer heatThe summer is generally a slow time for theatrical releases coming to DVD, but this year might prove to be an exception. Warner already has slotted two high-profile titles, the commercially leggy "The Bucket List" for June 10 and "Fool's Gold" for June 17. Also on the way: "Meet the Spartans" (June 3) and "Jumper" (June 10), both from Fox, and Lionsgate's "The Eye," a horror film starring Jessica Alba, on June 3. The combined boxoffice clout: more than $300 million.Stateside 'Zoo'PorchLight Home Entertainment has acquired U.S. DVD rights to British kids TV program "64 Zoo Lane," which airs in the U.S. on Nick Jr.'s Noggin network. The distribution deal with Millimages U.K. is part of an expanded branding campaign that includes the April 28 release of six books. PorchLight will jump into action July 29 when it gives the program its official U.S. DVD debut.Finish lineHD DVD software production continues to wind down. The latest DVD Release Report shows just 18 HD DVD titles remain in the pipeline (as opposed to 70 for Blu-ray Disc). Assuming all those 18 titles come to market, HD DVD will end its two-year run with a library of 436 titles. FACEBOOK TWITTER EMAIL ME Empty email@example.com @thr AP firstname.lastname@example.com @thr


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Last week I wrote about the need to support SB 194, a bill to protect property owners from inverse condemnation, a technique that subverts the Property Rights Amendment to the Virginia Constitution voters ratified in 2012 with 75 percent of the vote. On Monday, the Senate Courts of Justice Committee considered the bill and asked for a clarifying amendment from its patron, Senator Dick Black (R-13, Leesburg). Tomorrow, the committee will vote on the final version. While the "body language" of committee members of both parties seemed favorable, nothing is guaranteed when the bill actually comes up for a vote. The opposition, which includes environmentalists, big money special interests such as utilities and railroads, local government and VDOT – the same unholy coalition that fought the Property Rights Amendment for eight years – is fighting this bill just as hard.
Why? Because this bill will shut down their backdoor subversion of the Property Rights Amendment, "inverse condemnation," which skirts the prohibition on eminent domain. It is especially galling that local governments and
Here's what government agencies now do: when it needs land, it publicly announces its intention to take land for "development rights" or for "conservation easements." However, the agencies don't make an offer for the land. Meanwhile, the property instantly loses massive value. It's called "condemnation blight."
The property owner can't sell it to anyone, because the land can't be developed. The government agency can take its time – often years – until the property is so cheap, its compensation to the owners for the taking is a fraction of what it once was worth. This is a backdoor method of making taxpayers subsidize government!
SB 194 will protect property values by allowing the owner to get compensation for what the land was worth at the beginning of the condemnation process and to receive just legal expenses in these indirect takings, just as owners do who have their land taken by conventional eminent domain. Often, property owners are intimidated from going to court for fear of expensive court costs.
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There is something almost sinful about devouring a plate of pancakes after the sun has gone down, and that pleasure just can't be beat for a breakfast lover like me.
The key to breakfast for dinner is preparing simple, classic dishes that are heavy enough to hold you through the night. While a bowl of cereal is delicious at any time of day, it can have you back at the box in just a few hours. Look for breakfast foods higher in protein and fiber for a happy medium that will keep you full until morning.
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We've put together our favorite dinner appropriate meals here, let us know your favorite way to have breakfast for dinner in the comments below!
Grits, Cheese and Onion Souffles
Breakfast Risotto
Bruschetta with Prosciutto, Poached Eggs and Warm Mustard Vinaigrette
Brie and Veggie Strata
Chorizo and Scrambled Egg Tacos
Ham and Cheddar Waffles
Rice Cakes with Chinese Sausage
Apple Pecan Buns
Spiced Yogurt Waffles with Toasted Pecan Maple Syrup
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SANTA MONICA, Calif., Nov. 29 (UPI) -- Marlon Brando's actress sister, Jocelyn Brando, has died in Santa Monica, Calif., at age 86.
Brando died Sunday of natural causes at her home, The Los Angeles Times reported Tuesday.
She appeared in more than a dozen films and hit the screen with her younger brother in both "The Ugly American" in 1963 and "The Chase" in 1966. Her last major film was 1981's campy "Mommie Dearest" starring Faye Dunaway as Joan Crawford.
Her TV resume included more than 50 shows, but she would probably be best known for her recurring role as Mrs. Reeves in the popular primetime soap "Dallas."
Brando got her start on Broadway and made her own splash playing the female lead in 1948's "Mister Roberts" -- two months after her brother opened as Stanley Kowalski in "Streetcar Named Desire."
She remained close to her brother through the years and was at his side when he died in July 2004 at age 80.
Brando is survived by two sons. No services were planned.


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At Jyst we're all about women helping each other out. After all, the best advice often comes from other women – we think of them as friendly strangers – who have been through similar situations and will tell you the truth. But we also know there are times when it pays to call in an expert. We asked celeb therapist Dr. Jane Greer to answer a couple of questions from Jysters. Be sure to follow her for more tips at @DrJaneGreer – and stay tuned for more surprise guest experts!
Q. My boyfriend broke up with me two weeks ago but he keeps texting me casual things almost every day. It's making it hard to move on. What should I do?
Tell your ex that as much as you'd like to stay in touch, the constant contact is making it hard for you to let go. Ask him to stop texting you, and let him know if he continues, you won't respond in order to be able to honor his decision to end the relationship.
Q. I've been 'ghosted' by a guy I went out with for four months and it's making me insane. How do I get over it?
This is very difficult to cope with – the sudden disappearance without explanation is hard to process. Know that this guy is only able to do beginnings, but isn't able to stay involved for the middle or future. It's not about you; it's a statement of his limitations. Don't take it too personally, and move on by getting out of the house and filling your time with friends and new opportunities. Give yourself the chance to find someone who will stick around.


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I was so excited to work with this awesome Lakeland local family for their lifestyle session. The mama in these photos is a pretty fab blogger over at The Acting Mom. She's a friend and I was totally honored to work with her family. They adopted two sweet boys from Uganda awhile back and now they have full hands and hearts as they navigate parenting four kiddos; it's been an incredible journey to watch from afar. In case you didn't pick up on it, she's an actress and this session took place at our local Theatre Winter Haven where she frequently performs {in fact, tickets go on sale soon for Mary Poppins!}
They played as a family in one of the dressing rooms, danced and sang and acted out storybooks - it was perfectly theatrical! {And might I add, absolutely adorable!} Check it out:
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By Kenley Neufeld on June 2, 2014
At twenty-six years old, rocketing out of Silicon Valley at the dawn of the graphical web browser, I went to work as Electronic Media Librarian at University High School in San Francisco. It's been twenty years since that day, and I have had a very rich and satisfying career serving students and faculty in four institutions. Twelve of those years were in the role of Library Director – four years at Notre Dame High School, Belmont and eight years at a Santa Barbara City College (SBCC). I have always had an outward facing attitude and spent significant time working outside the library. In all those years, my office has always been located in the library. That's about to change.
Today I have accepted the position of Dean, Educational Programs at Santa Barbara City College. This is a good day! I feel excited, confident, honored, and ready for the challenge of my new role and new responsibilities.
What does this Dean, Educational Programs actually mean at Santa Barbara City College? I will be responsible to the Executive Vice President for Educational Programs and will serve as the academic and administrative leader for English as Second Language, School of Modern Languages, Physical Education/Health Education/Dance, Library, Faculty Resource Center, Student Learning Outcomes Coordination, Faculty Professional Development, Distance Education Lead, Liaison with the Information Technology Division, Grant Development and Administration, and New Program Development.
It's a big job, but that's how we roll at community colleges.
My office will move from the library to the administration building. That will certainly be strange for me, but I can still visit the library anytime (maybe even take some adjunct hours at the reference desk) and will continue to provide administrative leadership for the library. In this new role, I will have the opportunity to meet and work with so many more faculty, staff, and administrators across the campus. I will have the opportunity to learn more about these programs, departments, and services and bring my library experiences as an interdisciplinary academic leader. It's a real opportunity to impact change, provide leadership, and facilitate community in the best community college environment in the country.
I have much gratitude for the confidence, trust, and respect from the colleagues I've worked with over the past nine years at SBCC and look forward to many more years to come. The position will begin in July.
By Kenley Neufeld on September 16, 2012
Students, thousands of them, fill all spaces in the library. Lines form to use computers and textbooks. All library staff are on their feet every moment the library is open to direct and support any need. Students come and go with alacrity, which is a joy to experience, and I smile to our role as a central place on campus. It's the fall semester and, as I write this letter, we have just completed our third week. Finally there is a calming energy after so much activity. It's the space between beginning and middle. To add to the huge number of students, we also went live with the WorldShare Management Services platform this semester (eight other California community college campuses are actively migrating, with a few more still in the works). It's been a very full three weeks for us and I am certain that each of our campus libraries can share a similar story for the fall semester beginnings.
By Kenley Neufeld on September 3, 2012
The power was completely out for half the campus on the first day of the fall semester at Santa Barbara City College. The library, already a crowded place, was even more crowded than usual. We experienced our continued record capacity with over 5,000 students each of the first three days. The Luria Library also went live with our new library system from OCLC – WorldShare Management Services (WMS). How did the first week go with the new system? What did we learn? (more…)
By Kenley Neufeld on August 26, 2012
With the arrival of students and the start of the fall semester, tomorrow is our go-live date for OCLC's WorldShare Platform (WMS) at the Luria Library. I fully embrace this migration from our legacy platform (SirsiDynix Horizon), but I am clearly nervous and a little uncertain if we are ready for the switch on Monday morning. This has been an accelerated implementation with all the work having been performed since early May. The library staff, particularly our technical service librarian and circulation staff, have been working extra long hours focused on this migration. It's an exciting opportunity that will serve our students and our staff into the immediate future.
The steps for the migration aren't that difficult – export patron records, circulation data, and bibliographic data, configure our settings in WMS, and test, test, test. Unfortunately, the tests have uncovered a few hiccups to our migration and we've been working closely with our OCLC implementation team to get them resolved. A few aspects of migration are going to require significant manual effort. Specifically, creating the Reserves Collection, cleaning up the Serials Collection (holdings information is not accurate), item costs didn't migrate well due to discrepancies in Horizon, and it seems we didn't migrate local holding information for our 25k+ ebooks so linking doesn't exist right now (unknown resolution).
By Kenley Neufeld on November 2, 2011
This week I've been working closely with our local Friends group. They have been in place for over twenty years and they operate under the umbrella of our district Foundation. This allows the Friends to operate fairly independently, with their own bylaws, without the ongoing burden of a full 401(c)3. As an entity of the Foundation, our Friends group is allowed to raise their own funds. In these times of fiscal uncertainty, the Friends have been a lifeboat for our library, as well as our students, by supporting services well beyond those funded by the State. For example, our library is open on both weekend days funded in part through this organization. The other large project they undertake is an annual Textbook Scholarship program for students.
As the Library Director, my role is to be the liaison to the Friends group and provide a vision for the type of library we would like to have at Santa Barbara City College. The Library does most of the administrative aspects of the Friends, such as collecting money and sending letters and announcements. I also must cultivate a relationship between myself and the members of the Board. One element that is particularly important is I am in regular contact with the Board president – this makes certain we are on the same page as we move forward with projects. The Friends operate through a 7-member board alongside a wider body of Council Members who contribute annual dues to fund the projects. In order to help keep them larger body engaged, we hold three luncheons per year with a special speaker from campus – typically a professor who is doing something interesting or unique, but who also has a relationship with the library.
There are challenges associated with a functioning Friends group, but the passion and creativity of the Friends of the Luria Library has created a positive exchange. Simply because we are in Santa Barbara, doesn't mean that our Friends are all huge donors to the college. In fact, the percentage of large donors among the Board and Council is very small. They are passionate about student engagement, student success, and the library.
Next steps…completing the Friends web site.#miscjoy #libraries
By Kenley Neufeld on May 4, 2011
Many managers may feel they don't have the time (or perhaps inclination) to explore and use technology in order to be more efficient. In my experience as a manager, I've found a set of tools that put me out in front of the technology pack, provide me with more efficient methods for communication, and demonstrate an engaging and collaborative work environment. Though I happen to be a library manager, there is no reason why these tools couldn't provide the same results to other types of managers.
Better Communication
No matter your age, it's important to embrace new communication technologies. In particular, I've found text messaging and instant messaging to be highly effective in working with my staff. Most likely your organization has an instant messaging tool. Are you using it? Text messaging is particularly useful if you have a younger staff (under 40) and there are tools such as Group Me that lets you group message. By integrating around Google products such as gVoice, gMail, and gDocs managers have the ability to have a personal database with all the communication and document resources in one place. For example, collaborative work functions very well using Google Docs because it's an anytime/anywhere solution with built in tracking. Do you post your email address on invoices and other communication from the organization?
In addition to tools that help you communicate and collaborate more effectively, managers should embrace the use of social media to stay informed and stay connected with the profession. The big players, who aren't going away any time soon, are Facebook and Twitter. Have you taken the time to learn these tools and apply them professionally? In my career, these tools are one of my primary sources of professional development. (more…)
By Kenley Neufeld on April 26, 2011
As a community college librarian, I've often experienced that it's just go, go, go from day one of the semester. We do what we know because it's easy and less time intensive. Finding space for experimentation doesn't always appear. Then, every once a while, something comes along where we can stop and consider the possibility. I'm at one of those moments thanks to a colleague at Santa Barbara City College.
Consider the possibility of framing critical thinking and 21st century literacy within the framework of blogging. It's not really a new idea, nor a very innovative idea, but today I was afforded the opportunity to see what it might be like. I was invited to an English class, one level below college English, that has been using blogging this semester to share their writing. The professor asked me to come to the class and use blogs to open a discussion on critical thinking. There wasn't really a "research" component to the visit, just more of a discussion. I was invited because we were recently talking about blogging and I had shared some recent research on the topic (see Beyond Peer Reviewed Articles)
The class was fun. It was interactive. It was informative. It was relaxed. It was engaging. And I'd love to do it again.
I've taught social media independently of my librarian role, and have definitely included elements from the social media landscape within the framework of my traditional library instruction sessions. This English class felt different. This felt richer. This felt more appropriate to student learning. We can all see the content landscape shifting and students need these skills to understand, think, and navigate effectively. Faculty need to embrace it.
This was my first time with this format, and I only prepared a most basic framework (links) for the discussion. I'd like to do this again with other classes. So much valuable content is provided using blogging foundations – even from traditional media sources. How can students capitalize on this content? How can faculty learn to embrace this content as appropriate for learning?
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All our parishes run on dedicated volunteer power, and yet we often struggle to find people to get involved.
Avril's Keeping and Finding Volunteers workshop covers all the questions that people often ask:
This workshop is a great kickstarter for anyone involved in volunteering to learn new skills, get top tips on recruitment and get inspired to get others involved.
The day is generally 10-4pm but can be run to suit parish timings.
It can be done for individual parishes or across pastoral areas.
To book a course, just drop Avril an email: email@example.com.
Some of the feedback from the course has been:
"Thank you for a wonderful day today and all the trainees took part in a positive manner. The Holy Spirit was truly working for us and we now need to formulate a strategy to implement the points presented. "
"Thank you for a really excellent day! I learned such a lot even in the time I had, especially about writing a recruitment notice, info about the job etc, and now I am really buzzing with ideas. "
"It was an excellent day; one of the best prepared and run that I can remember. Before I arrived I was wondering how you could spin it out for so long; you covered so much ground and kept us on task throughout. Congratulations."


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Wow, it's getting cold out there so this weekend I've wrapped up in layers of wool, on chilly days like these my wool pants are a saver and if you're interested to get a pair of your own you'll find them on sales right now.
Anyway, there are no snowflakes in sight but I hope it will arrive in time and at least where I'm heading later this week, to the north of Norway, there's a much bigger chance of a white Christmas. Cannot wait to go home to meet family and friends again, soon baby…. soon!
Wool trousers and sunnies by Phillip Lim, angora jumper H&M, coat Oasis, scarf Acne, bag Celine and boots Giambattista Valli.


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So all these stories and movies that you see about life having a happy ending? The reason that we read all these fictional novels and get into it so much might be the fact that we know that something like that doesn't exist in the world. That way, we try to hold on to small flicker of hope that's barely there. But happy endings in reality? Not going to happen because everything is not a cliche nor is anything ever perfect. Quite the way to start this, isn't it?
Imagine having that one person who would be with you whenever you needed them no matter where it was and what time it was. Yes, that means even at 4:30AM while I am typing this. That one person who would confront you about everything and tell you never-endings tales about their life and tell you honestly how you look in that outfit. The person who could talk to you about everything and anything.That one person who would make you feel like you're special; like life is actually worth living and all these things that bring us down in life are so petty compared to the happiness he can give you. So, yes, it's usually a person of the opposite gender. Sure, it can also be the person of the same sex, but it really depends on various things.
Suppose you did have such a person really, and they were just a really close friend. Someone you could trust and talk to openly. What if the feelings developed from one side, but not the other? What if one confessed and one became confused? What if he was stolen away from you when you thought he would be yours forever? What if the realization sunk in when it was too late? That at least one thing every day had to remind you of that person. That you can't get through the day without hearing his voice even once.That you look forward to the next time that you hear his voice or see him again? What if you find out that your feelings might have changed and you had just noticed it a bit too late? What if you wanted the feelings to erase so that he might be happy with someone else? What if you don't even know if the emotions going on through your heart are real or not?
Well, that would pretty much just suck now, wouldn't it? Ah, and then there are always those times were you want to spill everything out to this one person who is so close to you, but there's always this thing hanging in the back of your mind. What if their opinion of you changes just because of the few words or confession you might make? What if the revealation you make to them is such that they might not want to be your friend anymore. Or that they just have to share that juicy piece of information with the entire of the city?
[Note: This post was completed at 5:00AM and as I fell asleep, I lost the inspiration to complete the post, but even if it incomplete, but perhaps someday I shall try getting back to it. Someday]


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You will now need to request your repeat prescriptions directly from your general practice, not through your local pharmacy.
When a pharmacy (chemist) automatically requests repeat prescriptions on your behalf they may not always know if medicines have been changed or how much of each medicine you have left. This can sometimes mean that medicines are requested that are not needed, which can lead to some patients building up a stockpile of medicines at home. This is a waste of NHS resources and poses a safety risk to patients and their households.
Click here to download an information leaflet about this change.
Repeat prescriptions are only authorised by the doctor if you require continuing, long term medication and you attend for a medication check on a regular basis. Medication checks are usually carried out once a year, unless your doctor has told you otherwise. If it is a year since you last saw the doctor or nurse, please arrange an appointment for a medication check before you request a further supply.
Each request should contain your full name, address and date of birth, so that we can identify you. You should also tell us exactly which medication you are requesting. You will receive a computerised tear-off slip with each prescription. You can use this for future requests.
Written requests for repeat prescription may be posted to the surgery, delivered by hand or sent by email (click HERE) or by using the Emis system if you have registered (click HERE). We do not accept requests for repeat prescriptions over the telephone, or verbally at the reception desk.
Please allow at least 2 working days (taking account of Public Holidays) for preparation of the prescription. When we receive your request, various safety checks are carried out to make sure it is in line with medication previously prescribed, and that it is still appropriate. We also check that you are due to receive further supplies, and that you are not due for a medication check. Any request which doesn't give us sufficient information, is received too early, or is out of the ordinary in any way will cause extra work and delay. Please help us to operate safely and efficiently, so that we can give you a good service.
When ready, prescriptions may be collected in person, posted back to you (if you have provided a stamped self-addressed envelope) or passed to a local chemist of your choice, if you have requested this.
If you are a newly registered patient, you will need to see the doctor first for assessment and confirmation of your medication and dosage, before your medication can be prescribed. If you haven't already done so, please arrange an appointment for this purpose.
Private prescriptions. These can only be issued if accompanied by a typed letter from the Consultant. We advise that you go to the clinics pharmacy for the first issue as until a letter has been typed and received by the practice we cannot issue a prescription. You may like to get the letter before leaving the Private clinic. Transferring private prescriptions will require the same safety checks as NHS prescriptions; you should allow two working days for processing.


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Breakfast in our Cabin
Lori Narlock
When I was nine years old, my parents split up and my brother, sister and I spent more time at the cabin with just my father. He loved to eat, would try anything and was easy to please. But he never embraced any aspect of food outside the consumption of it.
On the mornings when my father cooked breakfast he did so with enthusiasm. He took delight in letting us kids take a crack at whatever he was attempting to cook from his limited repertoire, including pancakes from a mix, French toast, and his specialty, Pepperoni and Eggs.
The pepperoni slices are cooked in a skillet until crispy on the edges and then whisked eggs are added and cooked until firm. A little salt and pepper and it's finished.
My father had been a driver for Gallo Salame when my parents were first married. It was something he was really proud of and loved to tell people. This recipe must have been the product of that job.
It's become more challenging to find pepperoni or at least in the stick form, but this dish is worth the search and if you can't find a stick, a package of sliced will do. In honor of my dad I use Gallo.
What makes me love this recipe all the more is that my son now helps me make it the way we once helped my dad.


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As if it's not enough that your arthritis bothers you throughout the day, pain and stiffness can also interrupt your ability to get a good night's sleep.
See Osteoarthritis Symptoms and Signs
This is bad news, because poor sleep can cause pain to be worse—this creates a damaging cycle of pain and poor sleep.
See Coping with Chronic Pain and Insomnia
If pain and stiffness from osteoarthritis are keeping you from falling asleep or staying asleep, try following these 9 tips:
- Use heat therapy before bed. Ease a painful joint by using a heating pad for 15 to 20 minutes before bed. Or take a soothing bath for the same effect—just give yourself time to cool down afterward, because it's hard to get to sleep if you're overheated.
- Explore medication solutions. Insomnia and sleep problems may be the result of a medication you are taking to treat arthritis or another condition. Talk with your doctor about switching medications or adjusting the timing of when you take them.
- Take a nighttime pain reliever. There are several formulations of over-the-counter pain relievers specifically intended for use in at night to both relieve pain and help you sleep better.
- Consider your mattress. A good mattress can make a big difference in your level of comfort and support as you sleep. For those with arthritis, your mattress should be supportive but not too hard. If you can't invest in a new mattress right now, consider adding a mattress topper.
- Use pillows strategically. Where and what type of pillows you use at night is important. If you have neck (cervical) arthritis, use a standard pillow that's firm but not too high. For hip or knee arthritis, you may benefit from a wedge pillow next to you or a small pillow between your knees.
- Rule out sleep apnea. Those who are overweight or obese are at increased risk for both osteoarthritis and a sleep condition called sleep apnea, which causes patients to stop breathing and wake up abruptly several times a night. If you suspect you may have sleep apnea, talk with your doctor about undergoing a sleep study.
- Exercise and stretch. Your joints are meant to move—the more you keep them immobile, the stiffer and more painful they'll become. Stay as active as you can and do stretches intended to maintain strength and range of motion in your arthritis-affected joint.
- Practice good sleep hygiene. Follow habits that promote good sleep, such as:
See When and Why to Apply Heat to an Arthritic Joint
See Medications Used to Help Treat Insomnia
See Pain Medications for Arthritis Pain Relief
See 11 Unconventional Tips for Better Sleep
See Knee Stretches
- Going to bed at the same time every night
- Establishing a night routine to prepare your mind and body for sleep
- Banning phones, TVs, and other electronics from the bedroom
- Avoiding large meals and caffeine before bed
See Therapies for Treating Insomnia
Remember: arthritis, chronic pain, and sleep problems are all treatable. If you're struggling with poor sleep because of arthritis pain, make an appointment to see your doctor and explore solutions.
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I Love Explanation
I love it when the author (a person who writes something) of an article explains what they mean. I have been reading for well over 55 years. One of the things that I have observed from those who attempt to explain ideas, concepts, practices, and procedures is that they assume everyone knows the vocabulary they are using. There is always a starting point for the beginner to be initiated. Let's remember that whether we are involved in professional development for teachers or helping students there will always be a need to let them know what we mean when we say something.
Sometimes the simplest explanations are the most beneficial. Having entered the world of GitHub I am attempting to learn the purpose, process, procedures, and vocabulary. I am sure that everyone in the world of coding knows the context and meaning of the word "Repository" except for this newbie. So it is always a great joy when someone does not assume that I know the jargon but includes snippets of explanation that help me along the journey.
It is now with great confidence that I know that a Repository is a Folder. Thanks LifeHacker
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Matambre is an Argentinian beef dish that is made by rolling vegetables, eggs and savory ingredients such as sausage and spices in a flattened flank steak. The steak usually is slow cooked, either in a broth or over a low-fire grill, until the meat is just tender and the vegetables have softened. There are many matambre variations, many of which correspond to different regions and culinary traditions of Argentina and neighboring Uruguay. The dish also can be adapted for virtually any ingredients that a cook has on hand.
There are no fixed ingredients for matambre. Just the same, nearly all versions involve hard-boiled eggs and various vegetables, particularly bell peppers and onions. Most recipes call for raw vegetables, although some cooks sauté or parboil the greens quickly before beginning. All of the ingredients will have a chance to cook completely, but preparing the ingredients can enhance the overall flavor.
The defining feature of any matambre is the flank steak. A long, thin piece of meat usually works best, and cooks will often tenderize the steak with a meat mallet or other blunt object to ensure that it is a consistent, smooth texture across its entire surface. The meat usually is ready after it is uniformly flattened, but many cooks elect to rub it in olive oil or other marinades to add tenderness and seal in the moisture.
After the meat is prepared, cooks begin layering the other ingredients in its center. The idea usually is to create an even spread of vegetables, cheeses, egg and other meats, particularly bacon and sausage, across the flank steak's surface. After this is achieved, the steak should be tightly rolled, jellyroll style, to create a thick log. To keep the stuffing from coming loose during cooking, cooks typically secure the log with butcher's twine or other bake-safe string.
Matambre must cook for a long period of time — usually several hours, at least — for the flavors to simmer together. The most traditional way to cook the rolled stuffed flank steaks is over a fire. Cooks typically wrap the rolls in foil or place them in a deep, flame-proof pot to slow cook them in the flames. More modern cooks use barbecue grills for similar results.
Simmering the steak in a savory broth is another popular means of preparation. Here, the tied roll is submerged and boiled, often in a beef broth, until the meat is cooked and the flavors are set. Regardless of how it is prepared, matambre is nearly always served the same way: sliced thin, usually as an appetizer. It can be served hot or cold.
There is some controversy over the way that the dish came to be called matambre. One theory is that the name is a combination of the Spanish words matar, meaning "to kill," and hambre, meaning "hunger." According to this school of thought, the dish is a "hunger killer" both because of its richness and by virtue of its role as appetizer. A less-popular telling is that the word "matambre" is a variation of certain regional Argentinean words for "shoe leather," which is supported by the tough, flat nature of the core flank steak.
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Wilson, aide crossed line in attacking Pascoe
We put our attorneys general in a difficult position. We require them to be politicians in order to become attorney general, but once they are elected, we expect them to be impartial prosecutors, running what you could almost call a quasi-judicial office.
I get that.
I also get that Attorney General Alan Wilson was enraged, perhaps justifiably, over what he saw as a deceptive and misleading court document filed by First Circuit Solicitor David Pascoe in an effort to initiate a State Grand Jury investigation. By law, only the attorney general can do that.
But none of that excuses the attempt by Mr. Wilson's deputy chief of staff to launch a political smear campaign against Mr. Pascoe after Mr. Wilson removed the solicitor from the investigation. Nor does it excuse Mr. Wilson's own attacks on Mr. Pascoe.
Adam Piper, the deputy chief of staff, told The State's John Monk he was acting without Mr. Wilson's knowledge when he asked state Republican Party Chairman Matt Moore to attack Mr. Pascoe as the puppet of former state Democratic Party Chairman Dick Harpootlian. Maybe that's true. But Mr. Wilson knows now, and unless he wants to own this, he needs to do more than simply ask Mr. Piper to "please refrain from sending emails or texts on matters regarding the office." He needs to publicly denounce Mr. Piper's actions and punish his deputy in some way. Given the gravity of this situation, I don't think firing Mr. Piper would be going too far.
Frankly, I don't understand why a political operative is serving as a top aide to the attorney general; I had the same questions about former Attorney General Henry McMaster. There's no law against it, and I'm sure Mr. McMaster and Mr. Wilson would tell you that an attorney general needs politically savvy people to lobby the Legislature.
But Mr. Piper's actions remind us, once again, that putting someone with no legal training and no appreciation for legal ethics in such an important position is a really bad idea.
Unfortunately, it's easy to guess where Mr. Piper got the idea that it was OK to smear someone who was engaged in a legal dispute with his boss: All he had to do was watch Mr. Wilson's angry, peevish news conference last week.
Given the charges by critics that Mr. Wilson was acting to protect political friends, it was legitimate for him to walk through the chronology of the investigation. It was legitimate for him to explain that the law requires the attorney general to sign off on a State Grand Jury investigation, that Mr. Pascoe declined even to ask him to do that, and that Mr. Pascoe rebuffed his efforts to correct the error, instead filing his first petition with the Supreme Court.
I think it was legitimate for Mr. Wilson to say he had reservations about appointing Mr. Pascoe to take over the prosecution of then-House Speaker Bobby Harrell, from which the current investigation grew. I think it was legitimate to say that his reservations seemed to have been confirmed when Mr. Pascoe scheduled Mr. Harrell's guilty plea without even telling Mr. Wilson he had reached a plea agreement; that certainly indicates that Mr. Pascoe didn't want the attorney general who did the heavy lifting to be present to get any credit.
I think it would have been legitimate to say — as he implied but didn't manage to say — that the petition Mr. Pascoe filed with the Supreme Court could be used by defense attorneys to discredit the investigation, and that was why he had to remove him.
But he could have said all of that in a professional, detached way.
It was unprofessional and undignified — and it reflected worse on Mr. Wilson than on Mr. Pascoe — for the attorney general to call Mr. Pascoe incompetent and untrustworthy and "tainted." It was irresponsible to use the inflammatory word "lie" to characterize Mr. Pascoe's petition. It was gratuitous to say that Mr. Pascoe "was not my first choice, nor my second, nor my third, nor my fourth, nor my fifth" to take over the Harrell prosecution.
A Columbia attorney with no opinion as to who is right in the Wilson-Pascoe dispute told me Tuesday that he and other attorneys were horrified by the news conference. "I assure you," he wrote, "if one of us called a press conference for the purpose of shaming another lawyer or accusing him of incompetence or lies, we'd likely have a disciplinary grievance filed against us and be subject to discipline by the Supreme Court, and perhaps be sued for slander."
I don't know whether Mr. Wilson crossed that legal line, but he certainly was out of line.
We can only hope that the Supreme Court is able to set aside his public behavior and concentrate solely on the merits of his legal conflict with Mr. Pascoe, because the implications of the court's decision could be profound.
But it certainly wouldn't be inappropriate for the court to communicate its displeasure with Mr. Wilson's news conference. In fact, our criminal justice system would probably benefit from such a rebuke.
Cindi Ross Scoppe is an associate editor at The (Columbia) State newspaper.


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Pork & Greens Hearty-Soup
Submitted by Sandra K.
- 3 lbs. lean ground Pork
- 1 lb. fresh Kale
- 3 cups low-fat Chicken Broth
- 1 medium red onion***
- 1 level TBS. Poultry Seasoning powder
- 1&1/2 tsp. Garlic Salt
- Chop kale and onion in small pieces.
- Put Ch.Broth in EPC and add P.Seasoning and G.Salt. Mix well.
- Add pork, kale and onion (*** or onion may be added Raw at the the end of cooking.)
- Bring to High Pressure and cook for 6 min.
- Release pressure.
- Optional: *** Add raw onion to cooked soup if desired.
- Serve with home-made Corn Tortillas!
One Response to "Pork & Greens Hearty-Soup"
I would suggest that the pork could be handled either way, but I would probably put the pot on saute & cook it first, mostly to avoid having big chunks of the cooked ground meat – like giant meatballs – at the end. Not a guarantee that would happen, but it seems a possibility.
Otherwise, this recipe looks pretty good. I have something similar that I make with Italian Sausage and I always brown the meat first.


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The trucking industry is a complex one. A personal injury lawyer in Las Vegas knows that in many cases tractor trailers are rented from independent truck companies. In other cases, truckers rent semis from their own employer. When people are injured through the negligent actions of a trucker, it can be difficult to identify all responsible parties. The existence of the Graves Amendment can further … [Read more...]
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All 50 states have a law that requires convicted drunk drivers to install ignition interlock systems in their vehicles. This system requires the driver to blow into a device that analyzes the amount of alcohol on the breath. If the driver's BAC is above .02 percent, the vehicle will not start. Unfortunately, Nevada's interlock law is one of the weakest in the country, according to the group … [Read more...]
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In Nevada, fatalities from large truck crashes equaled 7 percent of the total traffic deaths for 2013, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The size and weight of tractor trailers compared to that of passenger cars make them more deadly in a collision. A truck accident attorney in Las Vegas may well be concerned about the increasing rate of crashes in the United States. … [Read more...]
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A Las Vegas Injury Attorney knows that several Nevada road rage incidents have received considerable national attention in recent months, shining a spotlight on the growing severity of the problem in the state. Increased reporting on the dangers of road rage, as well as several recent resident deaths as a result of the behavior, have many Nevada motorists looking for new methods of keeping their … [Read more...]


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Almost unfathomable (or all too fathomable) that the current Repubican administration with the help of some Democrats, has eliminated the right of habeas corpus with Bush's signing of the Military Commissions Act. What is habeas corpus and why is it important?
The answer to the first part comes from Wikipedia: Known as the "Great Writ", the writ of habeas corpus ad subjiciendum is a legal proceeding in which an individual held in custody can challenge the propriety of that custody under the law. The prisoner, or some other person on his behalf (for example, where the prisoner is being held incommunicado), may petition the court or an individual judge for a writ of habeas corpus.
As to why it's important, it is the limit on the government's power to arrest you and hold you indefinitely without any way for you to challenge the lawfulness of your imprisonment. We think this can't happen to us. But, however unlikely, it now can. The media has basically ignored this part of the story of the passage and Bush's signing of the Military Commissions Act.
For a media story that didn't ignore this and a video of Keith Olbermann's editorial last night, click here. The emotioning for some will seem a bit over the top, but it does drive home the point that habeas corpus is now, and in the worst way, history.


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Refugees and migrants should not be prevented from reaching Sweden.
Families should be able to reunite without having to risk their lives to do so.
This is why we protest against the carrier's liability and all other forms of legislative obstacles to family reunification!
People in need of protection should be able to feel safe in Sweden.
Children must be received with care and be given hope of a better future ahead.
This is why we protest against temporary residence permits and all other actions restricting the right to asylum or conflicting with the Convention on the Rights of the Child.
This campaign is over. The Swedish Parliament has made a decision on the Government's proposal. All those involved are invited to continue the struggle for the right of asylum in other forms. The groups who participated in the campaign will be invited for a consultation this autumn. The above petition was launched January 3rd 2016. 68150 people supported the petition by signing this website or a paper list. In addition, the petition was supported by 160 organisations. On June 15, 2016, the petition was handed over to some of the Parliamentary parties' migration policy spokespersons, by representatives from several of the initiators and national organisations behind the campaign. On June 21, Parliament voted - despite massive criticism from commentators and experts - for a temporary law that limits the ability to obtain a residence permit in Sweden ID checks and carrier responsibility in order to prevent asylum seekers from reaching Sweden were introduced at the beginning of the year. The People's Campaign for the Right of Asylum did not achieve its aim to prevent these actions. But during the campaign, more and more people in Sweden have become aware of how the measures affect people seeking protection and how the EU countries are closing their borders to asylum seekers. We thank all of you who helped with the practical information needed in a campaign, everyone who contributed letters and articles, all of you who made movies, pods, wrote poems, songs and plays, all of you who drew attention to the right to asylum in street protests, all of you who supported us with cries of encouragement and especially all of you who shared your experiences! You have been amazing! Foto: Mikael Holbek During the campaign, new contacts have been made between asylum seekers, activists and people engaged in different ways. We will need each other when the temporary law is applied and its victims need support. We will also need to take advantage of the commitment created in this campaign and in many other organizations, to prevent the temporary law becoming permanent. Everyone who endorsed the petition is encouraged to join organisations that continue to work for asylum - for example, the initiators of this campaign. Several of these are organising meetings and courses during the summer. These organisations as well as local groups created under the name of People's Campaign for the Right of Asylum will be invited to a joint consultation this autumn. The Campaign is over - but the fight for the right of asylum continues!


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Hitting the slopes this winter? Read our top 5 tips for skiers…
With scores of Brits expected to visit popular skiing destinations this season, it is imperative to keep safety at the forefront at all times. No matter how seasoned the skier, there are certain guidelines that should be adhered to, to ensure a safe and enjoyable on the piste experience.
1. Wear appropriate clothing and safety gear
Wrap up warm on the slopes and make sure you have all the necessary equipment to keep you safe when skiing e.g. wearing a helmet. Double check your ski equipment before using it to ensure it is all in order.
2. Stick to the slopes you are comfortable with
Whether trying out a new resort for the first time, or returning to an area you are familiar with, it is imperative to feel safe on the slopes. This may mean a "back to basics" approach to begin with, until you feel ready to try the more adventurous runs.
3. Ensure you obtain adequate ski insurance to cover for any mishaps on the slopes
Whilst a fun activity, skiing can be a hazardous sport and it is imperative to have sufficient ski insurance should anything go wrong. Make sure you carry your documents with you at all times so that you are not refused help if you have an accident on the slopes. It is also important to check your policy to ensure that you are adequately covered, particularly if you are planning to go off-piste.
4. Check the weather conditions
Before hitting the slopes, it is wise to check the predicted weather conditions so you are not caught out or put in danger by any unexpected snow storms.
5. Don't over indulge in après ski!
Although it is tempting to have a tipple or two at lunch time, the high altitude can affect your reactions to alcohol. Be wary of this when treating yourself after a morning of skiing. Also, please be aware that any incidents where you are under the influence of alcohol will not be covered.
Cover for winter sports can be obtained from reputable travel insurance providers including P J Hayman (the company behind 24/7 travel insurance) which offers both single trip and annual multi-trip policies with winter sports cover, to ensure you get the right protection whilst on your skiing or snowboarding trip.
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Hi friends!
Well, I have wanted to "walk" you a little bit through how one of my collections comes together. People often ask me how long does it take me to make my dolls, or how long do I start planning all of it, etc. People often ask me what was the inspiration for this or that, or they give me insight into what they think or feel about the dolls, once they see them on flickr.
This particular collection has been "stewing" for quite some time. Last January, I decided to write down a few key words, things that came to mind, of dolls I wanted to create. One kept creeping on me: boreal. As I live surrounded by this ancient forest, it was no surprise to me that I felt the need to make a few dolls with this theme in mind.
Then, as the year progressed, I kept adding words, colours, schemes, and fabrics to the pile in one basket named just like that: boreal life. And the ideas and drawings started pouring out. A few weeks ago, I finished all the sketches for the dolls in this collection, all their fabrics were matched and selected, all the yarns paired to each doll, all the yarns for their hairs next to the skin tones.
Each one of these bags contains all the little pieces of material (except the stuffing) that will create a little doll. All their bodies are sewn, and ready to be stuffed. All their heads are shaped, sculpted, and the perky noses are staring at me. This coming weekend I will give them all faces and put the dolls together. And next week I will dress them all. This week, on top of finishing the papooses and Sofia, I started working on their clothes. I have lofty goals.
So, little by little, you will start seeing sneak peaks of how four little dolls, of the 12inch variety, are coming together. I will tell you now that these are their names, and all these photos are the inspiration behind each one: Poplar, is a little girl doll wearing a little bit of grey and lots of yellow. Pinecone is a happy little boy, with blonde hair and a whimsical outfit. Lichen is a sweet little redhead girl with a beautiful face and fiery red pants. And Moss is a true trouble maker little boy, who has funky hair and clothes.
I hope you look forward to seeing them appear. I am always so marvelled at the process and think that there is a bit of magic in creating handmade dolls. Don't you agree?


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Lhassa sur Auvergne.
Implanté au cœur de l'Auvergne, le Dhagpo Kundreul Ling est l'un des plus importants centre d'ermitages monastiques et de retraites d'Europe.
Little Lhassa: Buddhist nuns lock up themselves.
TEXTE INGRAL (Fr) par Capucine JUNGUENET
In the remote part of the French country, nuns locks themselves, sometimes for life, for the benefit of the whole humanity.
Dhagpo Kundreul Ling situated in the pastoral hills of central France, is the largest group of Buddhist retreat centers and monastic hermitages in the West. Set a couple of miles apart, Le Bost and Laussedat house monasteries, retreat centers, stupas, temples, parks and a memorial garden. Among the numerous retreat centers, Pende Ling is destined for short-term individual retreats, while the other centers are reserved for the intensive, closed '3-year retreats' and longer retreats of up to 12 years. Nearly 500 people – mainly western Europeans and also practitioners from the Americas, Eastern Europe and as far away as Tibet, Mongolia and Malaysia – have completed the traditional 3-year retreat there; 175 of these have completed two full cycles of retreat. Many of the practitioners who have completed a 3-year retreat, both the monastics and laypeople, continue their activity as Dharma teachers throughout Europe, the US, South America and Asia.
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Making our whole life bloom: 3 components of leadership
Last night I watched a film biography on Woody Allen, and like his movies or not, the body of work he has generated is impressive.
In 40 years he has made 40 films, has earned a lot of money for his backers, and garnered many awards for his actors. With the exception of the first film, "What's Up Pussycat," he has written, directed, and produced (and often acted in) each movie. I don't know of other individual who can exceed this account.
He has longevity; which means he has talent but has allowed it to evolve. This is a useful lesson.
This prompted me to reflect on a question I'd been asked earlier this week—"What makes a great leader?"
Well there is a plethora of definitions and context is crucial, so whatever the given response, it would be too limiting. However, I can say what makes a great client and I think this gives an oblique perspective on good leadership.
My best clients make a big difference quickly—with resultant improvement in the business performance and the capability of their organisation.
This segment of clients share 3 characteristics. They are:
1. Desire improvement. Whether the motivation is positive or negative, they are dissatisfied by the status quo.
2. Have passion for the topic. Whether its their organisation, the industry, or their profession, they love what they are doing; and this gives them the motivation to tolerate the bumps and collisions that happen on the journey
3. "Recruit the best to deliver the best." They select the team who are the best available in their respective fields; employees, suppliers, colleagues.
Woody Allen exemplifies all of these aspects in the way he generates and delivers his work. Each film has to be better than the film before. He loves the business, "I couldn't think of doing anything else. When one film ends, the other begins," and he recruits the best actors, cameramen, and associated professionals.
All of which should make us think, "where am I?" Am I in a job/location/environment for which I have a passion, in which desire for improvement comes naturally and easily, and where I can work with others so that your whole life blooms.
If you're not giving of your best, what has to change?