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Two interesting CSI days in Oslo last week
Overall, these discussions generated a wealth of research, partnering and collaboration opportunities within the areas of VR, AR and service design that are key priority areas on CSI's strategic research agenda.
VR and AR in services
On Thursday, presentations were held at the SINTEF campus, which centered on the use of augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) in commercial environments and academic research. Presentations reflected on conceptual and empirical work the CSI partners are currently undertaking on AR/VR, including Konstantinos Boletsis' work on VR and AR Research at SINTEF, Linda Hollebeek, Siv Skard, and Tor Andreassen's work on VR in Marketing, and Siv Skard, Linda Hollebeek et al.'s Findings from VR Experiments. Following these presentations, a series of discussions were held that reflected on key trends and opportunities within industry-based and academic applications of VR. Proposals for collaboration were also discussed, followed by a group dinner.
Design thinking, strategy and innovation
At EVRY On Friday, Further discussions centered on the role of service design in contemporary business, and key future challenges. While growing practitioner interest is observed in the area of service design, relatively little is known about this emerging concept in the academic (marketing) literature, thus providing an opportunity for further research in this area. Interestingly, service design also exhibits close links with AR and VR. Presentations were held by Alvaro Marquez on EVRY in the Age of Strategic Design, Daniel Gronquist on EVRY's Strategic Design Lab, Linda Hollebeek, Annita Fjuk, and Tor Andreassen on Service Design for Consumer Engagement, Annita Fjuk on Design Thinking, Innovation and Marketing, and Tor Andreassen's Address of CSI.


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Top 5 LinkedIn Marketing Strategies for Your Brand Promotion
November 13th, 2019
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Our entire city is an artistic marvel. Planned streetscapes, the traditional town plan used and decreed by the Spanish King, the pioneering poured concrete building method, the creations of the young architects Carere & Hastings, and the recreation and/or restoration of our Spanish Colonial period structures are the very reason we enjoy such a volume of visitation. If we St. Augustinians do not protect, maintain and encourage the good stewardship of our historic and artistic resources then no one else will (as we have seen this year in the State's inability to commit funds for maintenance of the historic properties). We must stay on course with those priorities first and foremost.
I support a very cautious approach to uncontrolled outdoor events that could lead us down the path of recreating the flea market atmosphere that existed in our central plaza when I first joined the City Commission. We can move toward the New Orleans/Key West model or toward the Williamsburg model. I prefer the latter and so do our growing population of Heritage Tourists. I have no doubt that a WalMart downtown would draw a paying clientèle, but that is not our goal, our goal is to be good stewards of our downtown historic resources while encouraging economic viability.
I will personally keep collecting artwork for my own pleasure. I will purchase local artists' creations whenever possible. (Bo Sterk, T. Clover White, Mary Joe Sinclair, Emmet Fritz, Todd Lindenmuth, E.B. Warren, Eric Holmes, Hildegard Muller Uri, to name a few!) A city of our size must partner with the much larger county for programs as we do for Parks and Recreation. I am excited about a
coming idea for development of a theater/entertainment venue in the city (grant sourced, city owned, city managed). Other projects are: outdoor sculpture installed around the parking garage, consideration of murals and decorative treatment for the inside of the parking garage, get the power poles painted in San Marco area, continue to partner with entities for outdoor concerts, etc. I still want someone to come forward to hang artwork in City Hall.


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Creta Palace Activities
The hotel is situated on 300m of beach, sand and pebbles with changing cabins. Waiter Service & separate beach area with private Pavillions and exclusive services at extra charge. Beach awarded with the International Blue Flag.
Outdoor Pools
• 1 Large Fresh water Main Pool - Area 786 m²
• 1 Children's Pool - Area 200 m² with 2 Water Slides
• 10 Private pools for Villa guests.
• 1 Fresh water Pool (heated October & April)
FACILITIES (free of charge)
• Sun Terraces
• Sunbeds
• Umbrellas
• Showers
• Beach towels
Free of charge
• Morning gymnastics
• Aqua-gym
• Aerobics
• Yoga
• Aerial Yoga
• Beach volley
• Kids Beach volley
• Beach soccer
• Table tennis
• Boccia, etc.
• Fitness Center
• Hydromassage & Sauna
• Indoor Pool
• Climbing wall
• Tennis: 2 courts (Astroturf), floodlit
Mountain bike centre: Training camp, bike tours, bike rental. Horse Riding (2km).
With extra charge
Tennis: Coaching
Water Sports: Water sport activities on the beach, non-motorized, such as Pedal boats, Canoe. Possibility for motorized activities (Water-ski, Wet Bikes, Scuba Diving, Parasailing, Jet-ski, Banana, Rings).
Kids activities
Water Sports (ages 8 and above)
Enjoy water games like banana, ringo and water couch. Pedaloes, water ski and jet-ski. Please contact the Water sports Centre on the main beach. Provided by external contractor.
Tennis (age 7 and above)
Our professional tennis coach will improve your child's game with structured lessons designed to develop tennis technique. (Reservation required)
Mountain Biking (ages 8 and above)
Enjoy a family outing into the foothills and villages on bikes. Professional service and range of bike sizes available including children's seats.
Diving (ages 8 and above) (nearby, by external partner)
Several certified PADI courses are on offer: Bubblemaker (ages 8-9), Discover Scuba Diving (ages 10 and above), Open Water Dive Course (ages 10 and above). Pick up from hotel is provided.
Rates & Reservations
or Call +30 28310 55181
Combine your booking with Spa therapies!
Book your room online and Save up to 20% on the "Elixir Marine Ritual" , "Elixir Of Life" & "Cryo Time Freeze" & "Passion Ritual" treatments.
For more information please contact the Elixir Beauty Spa: +30 28310 55181 or email: [email protected]
The discount is valid for advance purchase bookings.
Summer Dance by Grecotel
Celebrate your holiday with dance classes for every skill level at the Creta Palace. Whether modern, jazz, barre a terre or Latin – our workshop offering is diverse and fun.
In the unique ambience of Creta Palace renowned dance instructors will lead you through lively dance lessons and workshops. Courses are offered for all skill levels from beginner to advanced
Shooting Academy "Hephestus"
Looking to try out a new sport, looking to get your eye back in, or maybe you are a clay shooter looking for some expert advice on a particular discipline, our shooting lessons are tailored to your needs.
Shooting coach: Mr. Nikos Neonakis, Hellenic Champion in the categories Rapid Fire Pistol, Standard Pistol and Center Fire, 30+30, Member of the National Team of Shooters Greece. Available specific dates and hours.
Please note: Children and teenagers from 10 - 18 yrs. have to be accompanied by one parent. The entrance for children under 10 yrs. is not allowed.
Located right on the hotel's beach and available for facilitate lazy days of lounging and leisure.
For more information please contact the front desk.
Aerial Yoga
Relaxing and body exercises will revitalize your body and mind during your holidays! Meet us at the fitness area.
Spa bliss
Take an hour (or three) for a total relaxation and rejuvenation at the luxurious Elixir Beauty Spa with pampering massages, beauty services and Ayurveda treatments from Indian therapists.
"Farmer for the day" at the AgrecoFarms
The Farm Experience includes a visit to the mini zoo, while junior farmers (aged 6-12) can enjoy fun-filled farm activities. The Cretan feast that follows is a definite highlight of your stay.
Little Chefs
Free kids' cooking classes
Awards - Recognitions
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Porcelain Sphere - Mini Black
If your home is missing that 'little something' to make it special, we have found the perfect thing.
These exquisite porcelain spheres, known to the designer as bonbonnières, will grace your coffee table, sideboard, kitchen or bedside table with stylish aplomb.
What We Love About It
Danish ceramic artist and product designer Julie Bonde's porcelain bonbonnières combine tradition, innovation and Scandi cool.
Handmade in her Copenhagen studio, the bonbonnières are both functional and decorative: the bisected sphere of matte porcelain opens to reveal a glossy, white bowl for treasures or treats.
If you have ever flicked through a European interiors magazine, you would seen a bonbonnière featured on page after page - they are the most prized styling prop in Europe! We are so proud to bring them to Australian homes, and we hope you love them as much as we do.
*This is a handmade product and it may contain tiny imperfections (but that's why we love it)*
Things to Know
Size: 7.5 cm diameter
Material: Matte Porcelain
Made in: Denmark by Julie Bonde
Shipping: $10 flat rate shipping. Free shipping on orders over $150
The Story Behind It
Born in Denmark in 1977, Julie Bonde Bülck has worked with ceramics since the age of 14; first in a ceramic studio in her hometown and later in a studio in Scotland.
Julie went on to study ceramic and glass design at the Danish School of Design, where she specialised in plaster and porcelain making. Upon graduation, she became an in-house designer at Royal Copenhagen and soon after started her own workshop and studio under the name Uh La La.


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The Colors not what you think/
So I haven't managed to keep up with my once a month schedule for posts very well. I will try to do better in the new year. I'm currently transitioning out of doing a lot of craft work, like dyeing socks and scarves, and into fine art mode to prepare for a show this fall at the Carlisle Arts Learning Center with ceramist Kirsten Olson.
But before I go there I wanted to talk about some oddities of my natural dyeing experiences. Don't worry I'm including natural dyes in the fine art stuff too. But if you want socks buy them now at CALC or The Harmony society because more won't be made for awhile.
Dyeing with carrot tops was particularly challenging, I loved teh bright green color I got at first and was very excited to dye more things that color.
I got more organic carrot tops from Everblossom farms in East Berlin, PA., came home, chopped them up and started boiling them. I made sure I boiled them for an hour to extract a lot of dye so I would get a nice intense green shade. Then I removed the carrot top, put my scarves and sample fabric in and cooked them for an hour. I thought - they aren't really coming out the right color. So I took them off the heat and let them sit overnight, which I always do with the natural dyes. The next day they still weren't the color I was expecting so I let them sit in the dye a few more days but it never really changed. Below is what I got.
I hadn't signed up for this brownish peachy color. Where was my brilliant green? I went back to my main dye book, "Natural Colors" by Jenny Dean (great book!) and noticed it said to boil the carrot tops for a half hour to 45 minutes. Could I have overcooked my dye? Can you overcook dye? Not that's there anything wrong with the brownish peach color with edges of green. It's kind of cool but not what I was looking for.
So onto the 3rd trail. Got more carrot tops from Everblossom. Came home, chopped them up and stuck them in the pot, started them boiling and watched what happened. Below are my samples.
On the right is a close up of my wool sample. Notice the little piece that is bright green! It was put in with the carrot tops and removed after half an hour. And even though the other fabric is not quite what I wanted, it is not brownish/peach. It seemed like there might be some truth to my hypothosis.
Back to the dye pot for 1 more try. Carrot tops cooked for 35 minutes. Tops removed and fabric placed in teh dye bath and treated as usual.
Now all I have to do is try to recreate the overcooked colors next summer or fall when carrot tops are back in season to know for sure. But I really think that carrot tops can be overcooked in dye just like carrots can for eating!


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Release date set for Solstice Chronicles: MIA
It wasn't that long ago that a short 10-second trailer was released for Solstice Chronicles: MIA which had more swear words crammed in than passengers on a London tube train. Soon you'll be able to say all those swear words at the Martian hordes yourself as the release date for the game has finally been announced.
Yes, that's right! Pencil July 26th in your diaries, and not just because I'm going on a training day with work, but Solstice Chronicles: MIA will finally be available on Steam. And along with the release date announcement, we also have this exciting new trailer to wet our appetite:


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Isn't it hard trying to get your foot on the first rung of the ladder as a Nanny?
Perhaps you've been working for a few years in a nursery and have enjoyed it, but are now looking to progress to a sole charge position as a nanny. It may have been your dream all along and knew that you'd have to 'serve your time' as a nursery nurse first. It's a big step, and a lot of really good nursery nurses underestimate the planning that needs to go into this project before you start.
It goes without saying that the first step should be to register with a good nanny agency. Look for one which is a corporate member of the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC) there is another blog specifically about agencies, but it is an important step. Town and Country Nannies click here for details
Be realistic. It's highly unlikely that you're going to be offered a job at £30,000 a year as your first post (unless you are a Chiltern or Norland College graduate) You need to fine a position which will not be overwhelming to start with. I have seen some potentially wonderful nannies fail as they've bitten off more than they can chew, by going into a first job which is too demanding. Trust me there will be tears, either yours, the family's or worse, the children's. You need to find a position that will give you enough responsibility to give you confidence. Ideally with toddlers, and if you stay possibly subsequent baby(ies) or look for something else.
There are a lot of before and after school positions which are ideal first jobs for new nannies. Especially if the children go to an independent school which they may start at 3 or 4 years old. They receive about 19 weeks of holidays too, so although in term time you may have a gap in your day, it will give you a chance to study and improve your learning, or perhaps to discover a new talent that would be useful to your career take up Advanced Driving with the Institute of Advanced Motorists, pass the test and get a reduction on your car insurance for life!) Often families want nanny full time in the holidays and you could be working a 50/60 hour week. Often salaries are evened out over the year so you receive the same salary each month. Easier for everyone!
Part time work such as before and after school posts are usually paid a higher rate per hour, and you'll be surprised how much you can earn. It will be more than your nursery salary and a lot more interesting, too.
So think about which type of job you can start with and be flexible.
Make sure you can cook! A non cooking nanny isn't going to be offered many positions. You need to learn to cook from scratch, so get a couple of Annabel Karmel's books from the library and start to practice. Good cooks aren't born, they're made and it is only practice.
Polish up your laundry skills. Know how to use a washing machine, how to remove stains and how to use an iron properly. Most of us like wash and wear clothes but if you're asked to iron school shirts you will need to have some idea.
I hope that you will find this insight into how to start looking for your first job as a nanny interesting, join me over on the Town & Country Nannies Website for more blogs and help to get you started.
Good Luck!
Paula Cornwell
Director, Town & Country Nannies.


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Your trees and shrubs are an important investment that factor greatly into your property value. Protect your investment with our team of skilled and experienced arborists.
From pruning and tree removal to insect and disease control, Great Lakes Tree Service Inc. has the knowledge and experience to help you. We have been serving residential customers through Macomb, St. Clair, and Oakland Counties for over 30 years. Our arborists utilize the latest technology and techniques to provide effective solutions for your tree and shrub care needs.
Great Lakes Tree Service offers the following services:
- Tree Pruning & Preservation
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Our arborists are ready to answer your questions and provide you with solutions. No matter your tree and shrub care needs, we can help.
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In 2016, we acquired Lanesboro's Historic Knotty Pine Cabins. Built in the early 1940s by Elmer Brekke, co-owner of Lanesboro's Brekke-Capron Hardware, who also built the adjacent blue foursquare house in 1918, the cabins operated continuously until about 2004. During their twelve-year hiatus, the original three cabins were converted into two. (Fun fact: Cabin 12 takes its name from the combination of Cabins 1 and 2). We are thrilled to be able to reintroduce this charming piece of Lanesboro History!
The cabins remain almost entirely in their original state with, of course, their pretty namesake knotty pine paneling. They've been freshly painted and repaired. In addition, we've finished the later-added adjoining garage into a multi-purpose room for bike storage, fridge access, and who knows what else? We've created a "secret garden," and are continuing to work on landscaping and other updates to the property, while maintaining the cabins' vintage charm and historic character.
The cabins are located just 1.5 blocks from the Guest Hus, in a quiet residential neighborhood. Each has private bath, AC/heat, WiFi, locked bike storage, and fridge access. They are pet-friendly and non-smoking.
Cabin 12 has two rooms, one with a double bed and the other with a double futon, and private bath.
Cabin 3 has one room, with a double bed and reading nook, and private bath.
Question: How are the cabins different from the digs at the Guest Hus?
Answer: The cabins are more rustic, with throw rugs (not wall-to-wall carpet), and do not have TVs or clock radios. They are a throwback to a quieter era, and invite you to unplug and unwind. Also, the cabins have a firm two-night minimum (with some exceptions – please contact us). Finally, the cabins have access to a portable fire pit for campfires; firewood for purchase is available just two blocks away.
Question: Do I have to bring bedding and towels?
Answer: No! The cabins are fully equipped with the same soft cotton sheets, fluffy towels, and other amenities as the Guest Hus.
Question: Do the cabins have kitchen facilities?
Answer: The cabins have never had kitchens since the 1940s when they were built and we are honoring that tradition. However, there is a small fridge in the multi-purpose room, shared between the two cabins, and guests come to the Guest Hus, 1.5 blocks away, for morning coffee and hot beverages, ice, and microwave use. If you are packing lots of food, you are welcome to bring your cooler, grill, or a small coffee maker; ice for purchase is available just two blocks away.
Question: Are the cabins open in the winter?
Answer: Because the cabins are not winterized, they are only open from May through October.
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Jain Irrigation, Dr Reddy's: Buy at Current Levels
Brokerage House CLSA has given a buy call for Jain Irrigation. The company is into agriculture sector and offers irrigation solutions. There is an increase in demand for cost saving irrigation systems and Jain Irrigation is a pioneer in the sector in Indian market.
Brokerage house CLSA has given a target price of Rs 150 for Jain Irrigation. The analysts have expressed positive views about the reduction of debt for the company. With earnings upgrade, the current market price for the stock looks undervalued.
JPMorgan has given a buy call for pharmaceutical major Dr Reddy's Labs. JPMorgan analysts believe that the pharmaceutical company will show better performance in local markets. In addition, with optimistic view for its PSAI portfolio, the stock is expected to perform better.
JPMorgan has given a price target of Rs 1980 for Dr Reddy's with overweight rating. The stock closed at Rs 1663 today, marginally higher than yesterday's close. The company announced net profit for Rs 211 crore for March 2012 compared to Rs 166 crore for March 2011. The sales were up at Rs 1788 crore compared to Rs 1329 crore for the same period previous year.


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The Backyard Overlander
Departure Time: Earlier is better for photos, fresh snow, and less 4x4 traffic, but you can take this road any time of the day or night.
Car Checklist:
- Tires in excellent condition
- Decent suspension travel - potholes on this road and can destroy a stock height car. Don't say I didn't warn you.
- A tow strap and a way to attach it.
- Emergency gear for cold weather
- An air compressor for airing up after airing down your tires for traction.
Dan's Notes:
This is my go-to local drive when I want to test something on the Land Cruiser or just go play in the snow with friends. It's busy enough that you don't have to worry about getting in too much trouble and remote enough that you're not stuck in too much traffic. That said, don't skimp on the list above and if you get stuck you can expect to get very stuck most of the time. Ditches on both sides of the road and some narrow points will leave you searching for traction if you need to yield to oncoming traffic. It's also mandatory to air down low in deep snow like this or you will in fact get very stuck. Alright, onto the drive!
The Drive:
Head East on I-90 and take the time to stop and fill up in North Bend. There's a Safeway, Starbucks, McDonald's, etc all right off the exit so you'll have plenty of opportunity to get any supplies you'll need. NEVER head up into the mountains without a full tank of gas... and drinks.. and coffee.. and probably some jerky or something.
Get back on 90 until you reach exit 42, Tinkham Road. Use caution in the winter exiting here as it's a downhill offramp that's almost never plowed or de-iced and you get into quite the pucker factor moment if you're not ready. Ask me how I know!
Take a right at the bottom and you'll be on Tinkham. Just cross the small bridge to the parking lot and you'll have time to air down if needed. Keep going down until you reach NF-5510; it's not marked, but you'll likely still have cell service being close to I90 and it will show on your GPS... but let's discuss before you decide what to do now.
In the winter, NF-5510 is not plowed and I genuinely DO NOT recommend going up it unless you're with a group and someone in that group has a winch, not just a tow strap. Even if you do make it all the way up to the turn around at the top, the downhill section gets heavily packed by 4x4s and will turn to a solid sheet of ice. Go very, very, very slow when coming down the hill and don't panic when you start sliding forward. I actually drove down this section in reverse while going forward, using reverse as a brake. The only option to stop is to ditch it to the right going down, left will take you off an embankment.
So now that you know, you might want to just keep going, or if you're feeling brave take that right and get to the lower parking lot. It's a flat drive in to that, so momentum will be your friend in deep snow.
Once you've had your fill keep going and look for the fun little water crossing. It's nothing challenging, but how often do you get to drive across a flowing river with pavement under it so you know you won't get stuck? It makes for some fun photos and videos, so enjoy it!
As you exit Tinkham there is sometimes a built up snowbank used not to block the road, but just to keep less capable vehicles out. It also makes a great little jump or so I hear. Take a left off of Tinkham and get back on I90 and keep going East! You're just a few miles from Snoqualmie Pass, so may as well stop at Dru Bru for some lunch and good beer. Cheers!


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Members & Patrons
Thank you to our generous sponsors for supporting the work
Andre Heller Garden Villa Residency
Il Castello di Sismano & Ginevra Sanminiatelli
academia arterra & Ewald Stastny Curation
Private Collection Traveling
Gianni Zardin & Gallery Carte Scoperte
Carte Scoperte was born on the ashes of the galleries previously opened by Gianni Zardin in Milan and Miami. A new space dedicated to works on paper of '900 Italian. The paper as the genesis of the idea of he artist: the flicker of genius, the primordial idea and not polluted by other techniques; the creative birth and the unmistakable creative are what inspired the members of CS to decide to focus on works on paper.
The works on paper are the finest example of the work of an artist, in addition, the cards offer the possibility to get closer to top artists in price significantly lower than the works on canvas.
In the new space in Via Maroncelli, 14 in Milan dedicates exhibitions to both personal and to the great masters of modern and contemporary emerging artists or to those forgotten or undervalued by the market.
Founded in 2002, Antonio Battaglia Gallery proposes Italian Art in the centre of Brera district, in Milan. In the last years the exposition program has been extended with the revalue of sixty and seventy italian artists, forgotten by the market even though their works still continue to be very significant. The gallery carries on with the proposal of emerging artists, maintaing its spirit of research, beyond the art market; the gallery also collaborates to the project Accademia Italia with some masters of Accademia di Brera. Antonio Battaglia Gallery is present at the most important italian art fair, it organizes exhibitions in public spaces and also it publishes catalogues in collaboration with Giampaolo Prearo Editore.
Private Collection Traveling / Frederike A. Garre
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This culture factory is located directly on one of the main transport hubs of Munich : at Pasing station . It is a home to many cultural disciplines ! Cabaret and cabaret groups , theater groups , musicians of all genres have found their home here ; but also many temporary exhibitions in the spacious galleries are an essential part of cultural life on the outskirts of Munich ! And do not forget the performances of Munich's SMALLEST opera house with its lovingly - inclined productions of " big musical theater repertoire."
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Miriam Petritz
Heller Garden Villa and Botanical Garden
Frederike A. Garre
Andreas Bacher
Ewald Stastny
Riccardo Murelli
André Heller
Ramón Avendaño
Steven & Victoria Goldman
Jeff & Rebecca Cook
Graziella Belli
Romana Hoffmann
Claudio de Vivanco
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Spring 2019
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Predestination (2015)
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David Dunaway Receives Vox Populi Award!
Dr. Dunaway was the first recipient of the Oral History Associations' Vox Populi ("Voice of the People") Award, given by renowned author/investigative historian Stetson Kennedy at the 44th Annual Meeting of the Oral History Association in Atlanta.
About the VOX Populi Award
The intent of the Stetson Kennedy Vox Populi Award is to stimulate, and give recognition to, collections of oral histories taken from individuals who have devoted much of their lives to activism designed to bring about change for a more democratic, just, peaceful, and harmonious world. In choosing Dr. Dunaway the Committee recognized not only his body of work over the years, but the singularity of documenting social protest in folksong through "How Can I Keep From Singing and Singing Out: An Oral History of America's Folk Music Revivals". Mr. Kennedy—who made the presentation—is the only living subject of a Woody Guthrie song.
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A Route 66 Companion
(University of Texas Press, 2012)
Even before there was a road, there was a route. Buffalo trails, Indian paths, the old Santa Fe trace—all led across the Great Plains and the western mountains to the golden oasis of California. America's insatiable westering urge culminated in Route 66, the highway that ran from Chicago to Los Angeles. Opened in 1926, Route 66 became the quintessential American road. It offered the chance for freedom and a better life, whether you were down-and-out Okies fleeing the Dust Bowl in the 1930s or cool guys cruising in a Corvette in the 1960s.
A Route 66 Companion gathers fiction, poetry, memoir, and oral history. From accounts of pioneering trips across the western plains to a sci-fi fantasy of traveling Route 66 in a rocket, here are stories that explore the mystique of the open road, told by master storytellers ranging from Washington Irving to Raymond Chandler, Joan Didion, Sylvia Plath, Leslie Marmon Silko, and John Steinbeck. Interspersed among them are reminiscences that, for the first time, honor the varied cultures—Native American, Mexican American, and African American, as well as Anglo. So put the top down, set the cruise control, and "make that California trip" with A Route 66 Companion.
A Route 66 Companion
Paperback, autographed—$19.95 + S&H
How Can I Keep From Singing? The Ballad of Pete Seeger (Villard/Random House, 2008)
For those interested in epic music biographies, political activism, and the folk music revival--or anyone looking for a truly American story, Seeger's biography reveals how the son of a respectable Puritan family became a consummate performer and American rebel. Updated with new research and interviews, unpublished photographs, and thoughtful comments from Pete Seeger himself, How Can I Keep From Singing? is an inside history of a man whom Carl Sandburg called "America's Tuning Fork." In this award-winning biography, the only work on Seeger, David Dunaway parts the curtain through hundreds of interviews with Pete, his family, friends, and fellow musicians to present a compelling portrait of a most remarkable performer, composer, and activist.
How Can I Keep From Singing? The Ballad of Pete Seeger
Paperback—$19.95 + $2.50 S&H
First edition, McGraw Hill, collectors edition, autographed—$25.00
Singing Out: An Oral History of America's Folk Music Revivals (Oxford University Press, 2010)
Intimate, anecdotal, and spellbinding, Singing Out offers a fascinating oral history of the North American folk music revivals and folk music. Culled from more than 150 interviews recorded from 1976 to 2006, this captivating story spans seven decades and cuts across a wide swath of generations and perspectives, shedding light on the musical, political, and social aspects of the folk revival movement. The narrators include many of the major folk revival figures, including Pete Seeger, Bernice Reagon, Phil Ochs, Mary Travers, Don McLean, Judy Collins, Arlo Guthrie, Ry Cooder, and Holly Near.
For everyone who ever picked up a guitar, fiddle, or banjo, this will be a book to give and cherish. With extensive notes, a bibliography and discography, plus an attractive photo section.
Singing Out: An Oral History of America's Folk Music Revivals
Hardcover—$27.95 + $4.25 S&H
Paperback—$18.95 + $3.00 S&H
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In the August/September 2010 issue of The Journal of Music, Peter Rosser reviews my book, coauthored with Molly Beer, Singing Out: An Oral History of America's Folk Music Revivals. An excerpt from the review reads, "...Dunaway, in an important and excellent new book, co-authored with Molly Beer, has uncovered the true life of folk music in North America as it progressed through the world-altering twentieth century."
Read the full review at The Journal of Music Online
A Pete Seeger Discography (Scarecrow Press, 2010)
Pete Seeger is one of the most recorded artists in American history, and his recording catalog tells us not just the story of his career but the story of our culture and its political and social history. A Pete Seeger Discography: Seventy Years of Recordings is a comprehensive listing of the 45s, 78s, LPs, and CDs recorded by Seeger in his various incarnations: with the Almanac Singers, with the Weavers, as a solo artist, and with other musicians and contributors. David King Dunaway provides information, with easy to use cross-references, on rare recordings and archival collections.
The recordings are organized chronologically and categorized by albums, singles, private pressings, and foreign releases. Readers can easily cross-reference through album and song title indexes and a contributing artist index. A photospread with more than 30 of Seeger's album covers convey a pictorial recording history of this well-loved artist.
The authors gratefully acknowledge Furthermore: a program of the J.M. Kaplan Fund, for their funding assistance in preparing this discography.
A Pete Seeger Discography
Hardcover, autographed—$49.95 + $4.25 S&H
Huxley in Hollywood (Harper Collins, 1990.)
Sensational and startling, this is the unforgettable story of the brilliant English novelist's life in Hollywood, where he worked as a screenwriter during its Golden Age and his experiments with alternate health and psychedelics.
Huxley's American biographer reveals the story behind the origin of Citizen Kane and other terrific Hollywood tales from an expatriate film community that included Thomas Mann, Gretta Garbo, Charlie Chaplin, and Christopher Isherwood. Drawn from hundreds of original interviews and written over five years of research, Dunaway's award winning biography was also presented via radio (see below).
Huxley in Hollywood
Hardcover first edition, autographed—$24.50 + $4.00 S&H
Paperback—$14.95 + S&H
Aldous Huxley Recollected (Carroll & Graf, 1996 [Hardcover]; AltaMira Press/Rowman and Littlefield, 1998 [Paperback])
Dunaway brings a well-crafted account of the prolific Huxley's American years using oral histories with Huxley's family and friends, his FBI files, and little-known scripts of Jane Eyre and Pride and Prejudice.
Learn how the first novelist of human cloning had a second act in America.
Aldous Huxley Recollected
Hardcover only—$29.95 + $3.00 S&H.
Writing the Southwest (Plume, 1995. University of New Mexico Press, 2003.)
by David Dunaway and Sara Spurgeon. (Book plus CD combination) See below for copies of the 13-part radio series.
This assemblage of interviews, bibliographies, excerpts, and criticism on fourteen of the Southwest's most important authors has been updated and expanded.
The exclusive 74-minute compact disc accompanying the book provides excerpts from the authors discussing and reading from their work.
Writing the Southwest
First edition (1997), limited availability, autographed—$20.00 + $3.00 S&H
Second edition (2003), autographed—$20.00 + $3.00 S&H
Oral History: An Interdisciplinary Anthology (American Association for State and Local History, 1984; AltaMira,1996)
by David K. Dunaway and Willa K. Baum, collects classic articles by some of the best-known proponents of oral history, demonstrating the basic applications of oral history, while also acting as a guidebook for how to use it in research.
Among the historians included are these: Sandro Portelli, Ron Grele, Barbara Tuchman, Alex Haley, and many others. For librarians, writers, producers, interviewers, and everyone interested in learning and using oral writing.
• Traces the origins of oral history in the United States.
• Reviews the approaches to oral history used by folklorists, historians, anthropologists, and librarians, among others.
• Addresses the applications of oral history for family, regional, and ethnic historians and internationally, oral history in Latin America, Europe, Britain, and the Caribbean.
Oral History: An Interdisciplinary Anthology
Paperback—$29.95 + $5.00 S&H
Hardcover—$45.00 + $5.00 S&H
Radio Series
Across the Tracks: A Route 66 Story tells the fascinating, hidden story of America's Mother Road, over 85 years old. Meet Ry Cooder, musical star, a rocket scientist on Route 66, and hundreds of other everyday heroes on America's most famous road: excerpts of old radio, films, period music, and original interviews (3 hours).
Follow America's Main Street from Chicago to Los Angeles, traveling through history or literature, meeting the people and places that make Route 66 one of the world's great roads.
Across the Tracks: A Route 66 Story
3-CD set—$14.95 + $5.00 S&H
3-Cassette set—$9.00 + $5.00 S&H
Pete Seeger: How Can I Keep From Singing?:The Ballad of Pete Seeger (2008) reveals an inside history of American folk music's most famous and controversial performer in three, one-hour documentaries with music and historic audio, heard on PRI stations from coast-to-coast. A companion to the print biography by Professor Dunaway, How Can I Keep From Singing?
• Program I: Origins: How did a Harvard-educated boy become a radical, hitchhiking, banjo-playing, political activist? Program I explores Seeger's youth and America's folk revival of the 1930s and '40s.
• Program II: Folk Songs and Ballads: This program evokes the exciting folk music revival of the 1950s and '60s and the role Seeger played in it. It presents Seeger's dramatic struggle to make his voice heard despite blacklists and congressional investigations.
• Program III: Topical and Protest Songs: America's tradition of singing out for social change, and how the music of the Civil Rights, anti-war, and environmental movements galvanized Seeger's life.
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Pete Seeger: How Can I Keep From Singing?
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Writing the Southwest (1998)
Narrated by famed author Rudolfo Anaya, this series of half-hour radio documentaries opens this dynamic region to visitors through interviews and readings from its most prominent authors, including:
- Edward Abbey
- Denise Chavez
- Joy Harjo
- Tony Hillerman
- Barbara Kingsolver
- Terry McMillan
- Linda Hogan
- John Nichols
- Simon Ortiz
- Alberto Rios
- Stan Steiner
- Luci Tapahonso
- Frank Waters
Writing the Southwest
4 select programs on cassette—$14.95 plus $5.00 S&H
4-CD set, 13 programs—$49.95 + $5.00 S&H
Aldous Huxley: Brave New Worlds (1996)
Dunaway brings us the voices behind Huxley's prolific American years, using interviews with Huxley's family and friends, radio drama, his FBI files, and little-known scripts of Jane Eyre and Pride and Prejudice. Huxley's visions of our future include the first novel on human cloning, Brave New World, and The Doors of Perception, after which the rock group "The Doors" was named.
Aldous Huxley: Brave New Worlds
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Jan is a self proclaimed "farm boy" from Ermelo, Mpumalanga. The devoted family man is the father of 4 who is kept on his toes with all their various activities. He loves sports and apart from playing golf, squash and table tennis himself, he follows various sports on TV including ruby, cricket, formula 1. Leg of lamb with baked potatoes is his preferred dish and blue is favourite colour.
His love for working with diverse people across organisations and getting to a joint solution that makes a real difference has made him invaluable as a board member. Jan has extensive experience in the finance sector, that combined with his excellent people skills has made him a perfectly equipped to be our chairman.
A bible verse special to Jan is Habakkuk 3:19, "The Lord is my strength, and he will make my feet like hinds' feet, and he will make me to walk upon mine high places."


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The Virasat cultural fest is back! Organized by SPIC MACAY, this cultural festival includes performances and workshops in Indian folk and classical arts, literature, crafts, talks, theater, cinema and yoga. An excellent opportunity for the students of numerous schools and colleges to attend and get a taste of their own culture, from the very best in their field. Virasat's aim is to touch every child in the country and make him/her an active participant in the conserver, preserver and experiencer of the cultural heritage that India is so proud of.
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I wrote this to my mommy friends:
I have been uber-optimistic today and I even started thinking about the chancesHowever then the hubby went to bed and I was scared again. Today I find myself avoiding thinking of the details. I have a keen talent of locking bad things in this manilla envelop in my brain. I have complete control over when to open it. Right now it is staying closed and when I get near it, I push it away.
of this being completely benign, the doctor letting me keep half of it and never
having to have radiation!... if that happens Get PUMPed is going to LOVE me - 1.
I wont have to stop nursing and 2. I wont have to dry up for radiation! and 3!!
I have a LOT of milk right now.
I also informed the hubby that since we will be capping out our insurance...
when this comes back benign, he is knocking me up ASAP so that we can have a
free baby and get the deductible next year which will go to paying for this
ridiculousness. [with all this milk, not sure how fertile I ACTUALLY am though]
So those are my prayers, feel free to join me in praying for them! (and a wee
little itty bitty scar that is easy to cover up with a choker necklace, would be
nice too)
btw - my endocrinologist told me that the people "offering advice" online ALL
had a bad experience (which accounts for like 2% who didnt end up having cancer
and should be so happy).. the other 98% are out living their lives just fine and
not sitting at a computer bitching all day. I promptly deleted myself from the
yahoo "support" groups. I have felt much better ever since.
My pastor and his wife are coming over tonight to pray with us. AND when I called to ask him to come pray with the doctors and me, he said he had planned to and was going to stay in the waiting room the whole time too. for some reason I find a deeper peace within me knowing that my pastor will be sitting there... I know my mom and husband will be too...
Right now if I avoid thinking about it and focus on the fact that I am being smothered in love, then I feel pretty good. I'll take the spoiling. Then I will close my eyes and hold on tight, taking deep breaths.
Surgery starts at 12:25 pm Friday January 7th, 2010. Expected to last 2.5 hours.


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Mila Kunis has been snapped displaying her growing baby bump as she paid a visit to her parents house on Sunday.
The 30-year-old actress looked happy and relaxed as she showed off her blossoming figure in a black vest and baggy black trousers. Hubby to be Ashton looked equally relaxed in grey sweatpants and a grey tee.
The pair spent their Sunday afternoon at Mila's mum and dad's Los Angeles home.
After months of speculation, Mila confirmed her pregnancy while appearing on Ellen early last month.
Speaking to the famous chat show host, the Friends With Benefits star revealed the couple have already picked a name for their child.
She also confessed to suffering from bizarre cravings and told Ellen how they prepared for it by stocking a secondary fridge with all sorts of foods.
"He assumed that I was gonna have goofy cravings, so he stocked our secondary fridge with weird food," Mila said.
"Just like pickles, and sauerkraut, or like anchovies, and ice creams…just inc ase at one point during this pregnancy I'd be like I really want something.
"And it happened last week, I was like oh my God, I need a pickle. Like it was just the weirdest thing.
"Like I needed this pickle and he was like hold on a second and disappeared in the backyard and came back with the most amazing dill pickle of all time."
According to reports, the lovebirds have splashed out on a $10million family home in the Beverly Hills Post Office area, which features three bedrooms and four bathrooms.


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This has to be not just the best car movie of 2015, but also the movie of the year. Fast 7 no doubt was a great movie, however for me and many other critics out there, there was only one … Read some more!
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You may think I'm a bitter guy when visiting my blog, ironically, this is not true. Even when this site is called "Happy Project Management"; most of the blog titles carry a negative connotation. On the contrary, I am not bitter guy, I am simply utterly realistic. Today's blog is about the perfect project, which of course does not exist, maybe in your imagination or in your dreams. And, sadly, and against your happier wishes won't ever exist. Why?
The answer is simple, perfection does not exist in project management. I think it does not exist anywhere. If anyone says their projects are perfect, please challenge them immediately. Something's Always Wrong. Projects, as you may know, have to be successful, not perfect. Project Success has many dimensions, and of course not just time, cost and scope. Let me grab a few samples. How many dimensions do you want to measure besides the usual ones?
I'll start with the biggest offender, documentation. I'm sure you are shivering right now praying that nobody goes back and asks you for a specific document, minute, agreement, issue or plan adjustment. Good luck with that. Heck!, there's the infamous Grade vs. Quality issue, most customers confuse them and demand you one when they are expecting the other or vice versa. How about "exceeding customer expectations" ? Let's say you invested additional time making your project more visually appealing, that's good, but you spent more money and of course; more time. What happens with those customers that will never call you back even after successful projects, sometimes because of budget constraints, corporate mandate, technology migration, or worst; administrative reasons. Or, because they simply DIDN'T like working with you. Bummer.
Are you pursuing a target of 0 complaints from the customer? Forget it, be pretty sure you will receive complaints just a justification to establish a negotiation point. Are you part of a project that MUST be executed? such as a migration, upgrade, end of life, moving to a new building/office? Those projects will bring tons of unhappy users, no matter if your did it on time and saved money. Did you receive a prize, recognition, award or something similar? Yeah, I'm sure nobody remembers it anymore, but you. (Remember my last blog?) Your team spent extra hours? Good luck trying to charge anybody for them. Do you think your outsourcing is going smoothly, because well, it's an outsourcing and you don't manage it directly? Hell no, be prepared to be blamed for poor project management.
Well, as you can see, the list goes on and on and on. Something's Always Wrong, it will be very hard to achieve success, and it will be impossible to achieve perfection. What can we do?
Be sure to know how are you going to measure your project success and always use goals that can be measured. Motivate yourself to evolve towards different success dimensions, one step at a time. Once you have in-time in-scope in-cost projects, take a look at your rebuy rate, or go back and audit yourself and be sure you have all documentation, go back with your QA team and review your project, show the lessons learned to other PMs, measure how much support time your project has required after its closure, and so on.
Something's Always Wrong, just be sure that those little things that are wrong, are the things you can't control.


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Medical Terminology and Anatomy for ICD-10 Coding - Elsevier eBook on VitalSource
Whether you're new to medical coding or transitioning from ICD-9-CM to ICD-10-CM/PCS, Medical Terminology and Anatomy for ICD-10 Coding helps you prepare to code accurately and effectively using the ICD-10-CM/PCS code set with a complete understanding of relevant medical terminology and anatomy. Coding certified (CCS, CPC) and approved AHIMA ICD-10-CM/PCS Academy Trainer Betsy Shiland makes unfamiliar medical language more approachable, and carefully sequenced medical terminology lessons help you understand the vastly increased anatomy necessary for accurate coding, including the locations of hundreds of arteries, muscles, nerves, and other anatomy. This unique resource also includes engaging in-book exercises and interactive online resources, giving you the review and practice you need to reinforce your comprehension and confidently prepare for the coding workforce.
- Terminology coverage specific to ICD-10-CM/PCS familiarizes you with the terms and definitions you'll encounter most frequently in coding practice.
- Anatomy and physiology content helps you accurately interpret medical reports to code effectively in ICD-10-CM/PCS.
- Pathology terms are organized by disease and disorder classification so you can practice locating information just as you will when coding with ICD-10-CM.
- ICD codes provided for pathology terms and signs/symptoms help you associate diagnoses with related codes.
- In-book exercises test your understanding as you learn.
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- Be Careful! boxes alert you to similar and potentially confusing word parts and terms.
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2. Body Structure and Directional Terminology
3. Musculoskeletal System and Connective Tissue
4. Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue
5. Digestive System
6. Genitourinary System
7. Pregnancy, Childbirth and the Puerperium
8. Blood, Blood-Forming Organs and the Immune Mechanism
9. Circulatory System
10. Respiratory System
11. Nervous System
12. Mental and Behavioral Health Disorders
13. Eye and Adnexa
14. Ear and Mastoid Process
15. Endocrine System and Nutritional and Metabolic Disorders
A. Word Part and Meanings
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D. Common Diagnostic Procedures
E. Pharmacology
Betsy J. Shiland, MS, RHIA, CCS, CPC, CPHQ, CTR, CHDA, CPB, AHIMA ICD-10-CM/PCS Academy Trainer
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SocGen's recent note on the stock market and, more specifically, emerging market investors sounds like a desperate excuse for their recent (off) advice on defensive hedging… perhaps they are correct (about the market risks), but we're not sure why a respected institution would translate their thoughts in such a manner… sounds more like a note of frustration.
See below (via our friends at ZeroHedge):
"I have tried my best to remain relatively bullish towards global emerging markets (GEM) over the recent period despite the global risks, but even by my bullish bias standards, today's move is simply stupid. EM assets are rallying with a vengeance today, but the timing of that move is just wrong, in my view. Why now, ahead of a massive event risk, namely the results of the PSI released tonight
It is still unclear whether the outcome for the PSI is going to be a market-friendly one, and in any case, it is not going to be a straight-forward one to interpret for global investors either given the rather complicated structure of the deal. We basically have some serious disappointment doubled with some uncertainty. So unless EM investors know something I don't—which would indeed make me stupid—today's move is at best premature and quite a bit far-fetched.
I am happy to participate in this EM rally on Monday morning, once we have got confirmation that the PSI outcome was favourable and that the NFP was risk supportive. But I do not see any reason to make that call just now. Maybe, after all, EM investors feel so great about the world that they have decided to ignore the short-term global risks. All EM high-beta currencies are doing particularly well, even the lame duck of Central Europe FX, the forint, which still has its fair share of fundamental issues. For the puzzled investor, today's move is going to provide a great opportunity to reload on those defensive hedges.."


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Today's Everyday Fashion: The "It" Dress/
Ladies, meet my new favorite dress. There are three areas in which I score a dress - fit, color and wearability. This dress scores a perfect 30 for me! Fit gets a 10 out of 10. The pleating and slight ruching is amazing and gives the illusion of curves while also covering up any lumps and bumps. Color also gets a 10 because this is a favorite color of mine and it works well with my skin tone. And finally, wearability - while most dresses are only for day OR night, this dress gets a 10 because it is equally at home for a wedding, a dinner date, a girls night out, a networking event (where I wore it on Wednesday night), a daytime event and even church. A crazy amount of places you could wear this dress - and trust me, you will see me wearing it again at some point! Good clothes are too good to let them just sit in your closet after all. :-)
Tell me - based on what characteristics do you score your dresses/clothes? Do you have a dress in your closet that seems to fit many different occasions?
Occasion: Women's networking event
Dress: C. Luce c/o McAuley's
Belt: Limited, $15
Shoes: BCBG via Ross, $20
Necklace: JcPenney, $9
Purse: Juicy Couture via Macy's


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In my continual stop-and-start of book reading (I recently started, then stopped, Infinite Jest, then I started, then stopped, Speculum of the Other Woman [for the third time]), and now I'm starting yet another book. This time, though, I need to finish it since I'm seeing the movie it was based on in a couple of weeks.
My next book is Mysterious Skin by Scott Heim.
I don't know too much about the book, except for the fact that is is probably gay-themed and involves alien abductions (that probably aren't really done by aliens). I know nothing about the author, so this should be pretty exciting.
I'm reading it because on June 2, I will be seeing the film version of Mysterious Skin as part of the Seattle International Film Festival. Greg Araki, who directed two movies I absolutely love: The Doom Generation and Nowhere.
Araki's other movies are very sexual and surreal. Nowhere, in fact, seems to have been very inspired by the Bret Easton Ellis novel Less Than Zero. The film version of Less Than Zero absolutely sucks, so I just pretend that Nowhere was the real adapatation.
That said, I'm excited to start reading this novel. With the except of Infinite Jest (which, of course, I took a break from reading), I haven't read a nonfiction book for a few months (The Handmaid's Tale was the last one I read).


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D On 9 Februari 1989, the Ministry of Communications awarded the corresponding concession PLAYING STEREO 105.3 to provide the services of commercial radio broadcasting from Tocayman Municipality, Gauteng.
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It's about this time of the year that I used to visit the South of France, just before Carnival and a little after New Year. So this time of the year always reminds me of Palm trees.
This piece by Finnish born designer, Sini Moilanen, for her label Tramp in disguise, SS17 actually quenches my thirst for those iconic times.
The label is renown for unique prints and easy pieces that certainly dazzle. A fan of the 1930`s jumpsuit it's a perfect combination for me of both South of France nostalgia and versatility, and means I can wear it either in the day over a polo neck and under a puffa jacket or in the evening with heels and loads of crazy glitter.
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Dunstable's former Priory Academy pupil Ryan Smith's won his first England International Schools cap against Wales Schools in their NASUWT National Schools Championship match at Belton Park GC recently.
The 17-year-old left-hander was lying six after a morning round of 72 and was well placed at one over in the afternoon with five holes to go.
He, like others, found the closing holes tight if position off the tee was not perfect though, and dropped five shots for a closing 76 to tie on 13th place with three others, just three shots behind the fifth placed player.
It was an excellent effort nonetheless from the teenager as he adds an International School cap to his golfing CV that is now being prepared for US Scholarship attention.
Smith's efforts to reach this event started last October when he was runner up in the Bedfordshire Schools Scratch Championship held at his home golf club, Dunstable Downs, with a gross 73.
The youngster, who plays off a 1.6 handicap, and currently attends Vandyke Upper school in Leighton Buzzard, went on to play in the NASUWT SE Schools Championship held at Eaton GC, Norwich at the beginning of June.
There he opened with a 70, to lie in second place at lunchtime and a closing 76 secured him to a third place prize on countback, and qualification for the SE Regional team.
He has been selected for England schools in the NASUWT international match against Wales Schools on August 29 at Clyne GC, Swansea.
It's been a good few months for Smith as he was part of the Dunstable Downs side, with Ryan Craig and Paul Kenna, who won the County Team title at the Bedfordshire GC recently too.


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Our brand new suspension harness is built for play! Sometimes rope just takes too long when you need to get your bottom up in the air so you can do nasty things to them. Enter the suspension harness, this harness is designed to take partial chest suspension loads and can be used in conjunction with our Sling Straps for full suspensions. A 3" chest strap plus 2" shoulder and underarm straps provide solid support without excessive digging. Solid chestpieces in the front and back hold weight and there's no exposed hardware to pinch skin. Made from heavy 9-10oz latigo with 63 rivets this harness is designed and built to take some serious play for years to come. Wear with the D rings in the back for doggy style, or D rings in the front for a more relaxed suspension. This harness is one size fits most S-XL (we've verified that it fits boys 5'6" and 6'1" with no complaints - except maybe "please don't stop Sir") so you only need one for all your play partners.
As always, our gear is handmade in Seattle Washington with stainless steel and chrome plated brass hardware using domestically sourced latigo leather.
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Photo Tex Repositionable Fabric/aqueous Roll, 6 Mil, Matte, 42" X 100 Ft.
Removable adhesive media that's ideal for life-size photographic cut-outs. Expands to offsetand DI presses which now can be printed on all inkjet printers and all DI and offset presses. Sticks to all flat surface and can be removed, repositioned over and over again in all weather conditions while lasting up to a year in most cases. Size: 42'' x 100 ft
Paper Color(s): Neutral Paper Weight: 6 mil Rolls Per Unit: 1.


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It has been a tough couple of years for Moli Steinert, executive director of Stepping Stone, a collection of four facilities in San Francisco that tends to some of the most frail and elderly people in the city. Many of her clients are monolingual Chinese speakers or living in poverty. It's a high-need population with low funding.
Stepping Stone survived the elimination of the state's Adult Day Health Care program as a Medi-Cal benefit. When a lawsuit challenging the state's elimination of ADHC was settled, Stepping Stone weathered the transition to the Community Based Adult Services program, which raised eligibility requirements and lowered the number of people covered. Those many months of limbo and uncertainty exhausted Stepping Stone's cash reserves, Steinert said.
But the final straw, Steinert said, was the 2011 Medi-Cal provider rate cut, which lopped another 10% off reimbursement for treating her mostly low-income, Medi-Cal clientele.
"We could not live with the rate cut. We just couldn't do it," she said.
Steinert said her facilities are like a lot of other CBAS centers across the state, living on the edge of the financial precipice. After trimming staff, overhead and administrative costs as low as they could go, the 10% rate cut forced Steinert to announce that Stepping Stone's four centers would close July 1.
Continue reading here: http://www.californiahealthline.org/insight/2014/adult-day-centers-still-struggling


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Collaborations, Residencies, And Exhibitions
Artwork made as part of residencies, for exhibition, and through collaboration with other artists, scientists, and organisations.
Emergent Crypsis (collaboration) - The two drawings below have been made on top of generative artworks by Anders Hoff (aka inconvergent) as part of this collaboration. I'm interested in collaborating with generative artists, because in my exploration of how life might evolve to hide on human made materials, their artwork represents an extreme of human-made substrate; aesthetic material made using computers and code. I hope to collaborate with other generative artists in future.
Transitional Objects (exhibition) - this show, including the works below, examined the constant cycling in living systems, and gave the viewer the option to construct stories from small fragments of life. Biological and human debris gradually becomes unrecognisable, disconnected from its origin. What if we try and translate the pieces left behind into new stories? Can we find comfort in building a new story from our own debris, before it is completely recycled?
Connecting Narratives (residency, two exhibitions, & workshop series) - the three images below are of a giant book and ink drawing installations made for my 'Connecting Brain Tumour Narratives' Leverhulme Trust artist's residency in Portsmouth University's brain tumour research lab. This project yielded two solo exhibitions, a series of arts workshops for scientists, and a giant book which now takes part each month in lab tours for brain tumour patients and their families.
Working directly with scientists and patients to turn their stories into art that bridges communication gaps was a privilege. You can read about the two exhibitions - Patterns of Mutation, and Connecting Narratives - here, and here. You can read about the residency project more generally here. An archive of the book pages can be found here.
Spilling Miniature Universes (residency) - The artwork and scanning electron microscope (SEM) image below are from my 'Spilling Miniature Universes' residency in EMLab (Centre for Advanced Microscopy), Reading, UK, in 2014. For this project I worked within EMLab to produce an artwork building residents could see being made, asking me questions as I worked. When the artwork was complete, talks and demonstrations were provided for building residents to find out about both the artwork and SEM imaging facilities. The Images are based around tree fern spores used in research at Herbarium RNG & the University of Reading's School of Biological Sciences. You can read more about the work here. (SEM imaging by Amanpreet Kaur, spores from Azi Jamaludin.)
Symbiosis (exhibition, giant book, and workshops) - the giant book and artwork below were made as part of the Symbiosis project, a year-long collaborative project I organised, and participated in, along with more than a dozen artists. Funded by small grants & industrial sponsorship, it involved collaborators from all over the world, an exhibition, and drawing workshops. The book now lives in Herbarium RNG, Reading, UK. Read more about it here.


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Your money: Spirited away
Flying truly is becoming a pure à la carte business model. Will this be the fee that broke the customer's back? Or will we keep paying and paying for less and less?
Life vest $15 if purchased online, $25 if purchased on the plane
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Photography. SFMOMA (2)
By: Dena Lester May possibly 30, 2014 Art Currently, a variety of art forms are accessible to express your feelings inside your drawing & painting. The answer was yes and no. For the majority of 35 mm film cameras the answer is no, the reworking and price would be also good, particularly as lenses have been evolving as nicely as cameras. Specialized cameras which includes multispectral imaging equipment and astrographs continue to serve the scientific, military, healthcare and other specific purposes for which digital photography was invented. Digital cameras are incorporated into several devices ranging from PDAs and mobile phones.Read more


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Reversal of Fortune (1990)
Biography, Drama, Mystery1990 Year 111 Mins 7.3 Imdb
Jeremy Irons, Glenn Close, Ron Silver
Wealthy Sunny von Bülow lies brain-dead, husband Claus guilty of attempted murder; but he says he's innocent and hires Alan Dershowitz for his appeal.
Reversal of Fortune Movie Information
- Production Co: Sovereign Pictures
- Released: 9 November 1990
- Imdb Rating: 7.3
- Runtime: 111 Mins.
- Writer: Alan M. Dershowitz, Nicholas Kazan
- Director: Barbet Schroeder
- Cast: Jeremy Irons, Glenn Close, Ron Silver


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The Black Rock Desert Volcanic Field in Millard County, Utah.
Utah has two potentially active volcanoes
The southwestern USA has quite a few volcanoes that could potentially erupt again. They exist in the California upper and lower deserts, Arizona, New Mexico, Colorado, Nevada, and also Utah.[3]
There is also the Yellowstone Supervolcano in Wyoming, and some other volcanoes in Idaho, the mountains of California, and also in Oregon and Washington.[3] The large stratovolcanoes in the Cascades such as Mount St. Helens and Mount Rainier are well known, although many smaller volcanoes in the USA are not so well known.
Active volcanoes are typically defined as having erupted within the past 10,000 years and likely to erupt again someday.[4] By this definition, there are two active volcanoes in the state of Utah.[1][2]
Vulcan's Throne is a cinder cone near the edge of the north rim of the Grand Canyon in Arizona, and part of the Uinkaret Volcanic Field. [5] Uinkaret and two of the volcanic fields located in Utah are active and expected to erupt again eventually, although no one knows when it will happen. [1][2][5]
A belt of volcanic fields in Arizona and Utah
Starting at the edge of the Grand Canyon's north rim in northwestern Arizona, there is a chain of volcanic fields that extend northward into Utah. Some of these volcanoes can be considered active, and others have not erupted recently and are dormant or extinct.[1][2][3][5]
At the edge of the Grand Canyon is the Uinkaret Volcanic Field, which has in the past spilled lava over the edge of the Grand Canyon and blocked the Colorado River. In some places this can clearly be seen. This field is still active.[5]
Further north in Utah are two more volcanoes within this belt that are also considered active, discussed below.[1][2]
Black lava flow within the Black Rock Desert Volcanic Field. This lava flow is located to the west of Fillmore, Utah and is over six miles (10 km) across.
Black Rock Desert Volcanic Field
Located between the towns of Cove Fort and Delta in west-central Utah, this is the northernmost volcanic field in the belt of volcanoes that extends northward from the north rim of the Grand Canyon in Arizona. It covers about 2,700 square miles (7,000 square km) and is 90 miles (145 km) long.[1]
There have been many eruptions over the past few million years from this location, and the most recent occurred only about 720 years ago, in about 1300 AD, forming basaltic cinder cones and lava flows at a location called Ice Springs near the center of the volcanic field.[1] This eruption occurred about 200 years before the Americas were discovered by Christopher Columbus.
At this location there are many volcano types and features. There are cinder cones, shield volcanoes, lava domes, maars (explosion craters), a caldera, and some lava tubes.[4] The area also has some amazing ancient petroglyphs and geological evidence of the shoreline of ancient Lake Bonneville, which was far larger than Utah's Great Salt Lake and existed during the Pleistocene until about 12,000 years ago.[1][6]
The ancient lake covered up evidence of many older eruptions and cinder cones. The disappearance of this lake occurred when a natural dam overflowed, and the water flowed through Idaho's Snake River Plain and eventually to the Pacific Ocean. The volcanic activity younger than the time that this massive lake met its demise therefore is what stands out best.[1][6]
The Markagunt Plateau Volcanic Field in southern Utah, to the east of Cedar City and southwest of Panguitch.
Markagunt Plateau Volcanic Field
The exact age of the most recent eruption from this location is not certain, although it is certainly within the past 10,000 years.[2]
Located in Southwestern Utah east of Cedar City, there are dozens of cinder cones at this location. As with most cinder cones, they are monogenetic – meaning they erupted once and then were done and became extinct. More could form in the future however, although geologists have said that the chances are low, and lower than the Black Rock Desert Volcanic Field discussed above.[1][2]
Overall the Markagunt Plateau Volcanic Field covers about 1,160 square miles (3,000 square km). The oldest eruptions took place over 5 million years ago near what is now the town of Panguitch. The most recent eruptions occurred near the center, southwest of Panguitch, and both north and south of where Panguitch Lake is now located.[2]


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Australia's Startup Sector
We tell the story of Australian startup sector
With big business and industry the key drivers for economic stability, the last two decades have seen a big shift from manufacturing to services. They call it 'The New Economy'.
Countries across Europe and the Americas recognised the importance of startups as a potential source of economic growth and also a vehicle for wholesale social change, having the potential to change people's employment and work methodology. In Australia though, there's a different story. There's still work to be done to secure the future of the startup industry and catch up with rest of the world.
For starters, Australia's startup sector is grossly underfunded. This is despite a recent Google report proclaiming the potential of the Australian startup economy: "The Australian tech startup sector has the potential to contribute $109 billion or 4% of GDP to the Australian economy and 540,000 jobs by 2033 with a concerted effort from entrepreneurs, educators, the government and corporate Australia."
The potential is there, the funding isn't.
While there are endless incubation programs and accelerator funding options available, consistent and substantial support for Australian startups is lacking. The government seems unwilling to fully commit education, funding and legislation to the industry.
The UK and the US have made significant changes to education, ensuring a much greater focus on STEM subjects (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths). They know that graduates in these fields are the ones launching the most successful startups.
The recent suspension of the government's 'Commercialisation Australia' program is a perfect example of Australia's reluctance to fully engage. The program was suspended in March pending further review until after the May Federal Budget, a decision met by a fierce backlash. It meant the loss (at least temporarily) of essential funding and resources. But it also addressed one of Australia's greatest challenges: the loss of intellectual capital to brighter overseas opportunities.
The light at the end of the tunnel comes from the private sector, overflowing with big success stories that tout the importance of finding and funding good ideas. They show that reward can result from patience, and perseverance.
It's why creating opportunities for founders is a big deal. For every startup lacking funding and support, there are just as many investors lacking bright ideas to invest in. Unlike government-funded programs, pitch events offer founders the chance to showcase their idea among industry peers and influencers. They know that their passion and vision will be heard, not just the numbers they reel off and the boxes they tick.
Entrepreneurs believe in nurturing ideas, taking a constructive approach with results measured progress, not just dollars. We know, we've walked that path. But entrepreneurs are only one part of the solution. Startup culture depends on the ecosystem and to prevent the government's choice to deliberate rather than innovate from doing harm, the private sector has to step up to the plate.


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Ice and Lounge Rentals
The ice and lounge areas are available for rental by both the public and members. Members may rent the facilities for a reduced fee for business and social functions.
Rental Leagues
The Soo Curling Association hosts several long standing rental leagues. These include the Friday night Forestry Mixed League and the Saturday morning Mercantile League.


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The Kenai Peninsula Beer Festival was another big success, with Kenai River Brewing winning the People's Choice Award for Best Brewery (again! This is like 5 or 6 in a row, I think!) and newcomer Girdwood Brewing winning the People's Choice for Best Beer with it No Woman No Cryo New England-style-IPA.
|Photo courtesy of Kenai River Brewing
|Photo courtesy of Girdwood Brewing
QUAKE! Brewing is open for business at last. The brewery is located at 1540 N. Shoreline Drive, Wasilla, AK 99654. Hours of operation are Wed - Fri = 5 - 8 pm, Sat - Sun = 12 - 8 pm. QUAKE! is also looking to hire a brewer; check out its Facebook page for more information.
|Photo courtesy of QUAKE! brewing.
With fall on its way, it won't be long before termination dust appears on the Chugach Mountains. When that happens, it's the signal for Midnight Sun Brewing to release its barrel-aged Belgian-style barley wine, Termination Dust (reviewed 11/10/2014). So keep an eye out for it.
|Photo courtesy of Midnight Sun Brewing
With the growing concentration of distilleries, breweries, and a cidery in South Anchorage, a new tourist brochure, a bike trail map connecting all of them, has been published.
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This Friday we will be releasing ALIEN CHURCH IPA in CANS! This is a beer that is made by Tired Hands Brewing in Pennsylvania. When Jean and Marty were up for The Culmination Festival we decided to brew an Anchorage version! ALSO, THE MASONRY WILL BE BACK WITH THERE WOOD FIRED OVEN cooking up some killer pizza! THEN on Saturday, we are releasing Cans of COAST2COAST TRIPLE IPA! This is our collaboration with Peter from OTHER HALF BREWING! It's a JUICY BEAST! Matt from THE MASONRY will be there all day Saturday as well! DON'T miss these releases! They are awesome and very limited!Here's what the can labels will look like.
Alaskan Brewing has expanded its distribution to the state of Illinois; this is the 20th state in which Alaskan sells it beers. Alaskan has also released a new beer in its Pilot Series: Mocha Milk Stout. It's on local store shelves now, but I have not had a chance to review it yet.
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Don't forget the upcoming Alaska Crafted Festival (September 9), Talkeetna Brewfest (September 16), and Capital Brewfest (September 23). I've written about them in previous blogs, or you can follow these links for more information.
That's it for news. I've got five new beers to review this time.
Black Market Brewing's Aftermath IPA: It poured a clear gold with a huge white head; very highly carbonated. The nose has tons of citrusy American hops. The mouthfeel was quite light, especially from the high carbonation. The initial bitter attack was not too overwhelming, and it was followed by lots of citrusy hop flavor and aroma. If you really love Citra, this is the IPA for you! 5.8% ABV.
St. Elias Brewing's Cokosesh IPA: In the glass, it was a clear gold color with a nice white head. There was a nice hoppy aroma with only the slightest hint of toasted coconut from the dry hopping. Carbonation was good and the mouthfeel was light. There was nice upfront bitterness, followed by good hop flavor and aroma, before falling away to a nice, clean finish. The coconut was essentially undetectable, at least to my palate. A very nice session IPA, perfect for a sunny summer's day.
Stone Brewing's Stone-Farking Wheaton Woot Stout: I reviewed an earlier vintage of this beer on 7/23/2015. This one poured opaque with a small tan head that dissipated rapidly to a collar. The nose was mostly notes of sweet malt and caramel. The mouthfeel was heavy and thick, with okay carbonation. On the palate, the flavors were rich and oily, with roasted coffee notes and caramel predominant. It seemed a bit sweeter than your typical imperial stout. There was some alcohol heat noticeable on the finish. Overall, a pretty tasty RIS. 13% ABV.
Midnight Sun Brewing's Rider Sour Pale Lager: It poured a deep, slightly hazy gold with a wonderful off-white head. The nose had hints of brett funk, as well as a little oak, but nothing overwhelming. The carbonation was excellent and the mouthfeel was light. The flavor profile began with clean lager notes, followed by some brett tart funk, then oaky notes on the finish. This beer will not be everyone's cup of tea, but I loved it! I applaud Midnight Sun for being willing to try something as different and experimental as this (as opposed to just pumping out another new IPA variant). Great job, and I'm eager to try the next beer in the Wild Adventures series! 8.7% ABV, 25 IBUs.
Crazy Mountain Brewing's Lawyers, Guns, & Money Barley Wine: I stumbled on this at Country Liquors in Kenai. This new brewery from Colorado has just started to distribute here in Alaska, so I picked up a four-pack of cans of this beer. It poured a slightly cloudy honey color with a cream-colored head. There was a fair amount of American hop aroma from dry hopping. Carbonation was good and the mouthfeel was medium. On the palate, the malt and bitterness were in fairly good balance. Overall, I rate it an okay beer, but not a spectacular example of the American Barley Wine style. 10% ABV, 56 IBUs.
That's it for this blog. Get out and enjoy these last days of summer if you can do so in between the rain showers. The snow will be here before you know it.
Until Next Time, Cheers!


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A severance tax on drillers should not apply the proceeds to balance the budget. Then the state becomes complicit in drilling methods used to compromise our environment.
The most obvious and intractable environmental issue involves disposal of polluting frackwater. It may add cost but drillers should be incentivized to recycle and reuse that water rather than dumping it near streams and then fracking with fresh water. Charging for fresh water would promote frackwater recycling.
In addition, many would be happy to hook up to natural gas if only there were lines into their neighborhoods and houses. If the tax were used to construct those lines, drillers would be supporting an increase in local demand and customers for gas. This is preferred to developing new means to export Pennsylvania gas.
We have to consider the use of gas in manufacturing. We need a healthy civilian economy to support employment and our public sector. Many industries use natural gas and if a transfer tax increases their costs, we will encourage out-migration.
The fracking industry prefers bringing in experienced workers to run their operations, which leads to high transience and local unemployment. Funding the training of local workers and veterans helps with both issues.
Pennsylvania has many problems left over from the anthracite, bituminous, and heavy steel eras. It is important that the state learn from its experience with coal and maximize the long term benefit of gas production.
WILLIAM MURPHY, Susquehanna Twp.
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