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So this summer Momma Millz came to visit, help me pack and move into the Bean. Her cleaning tactics are beyond me! I wish I was thatttt type A, at times. Anywho, she visited from 6/6 – 7/26, so a pretty lengthy time. It was great! We laughed, cried, argued, laughed some more and were at each other's throatsss come move time. But one thing was
for sureee fo sho… my eating habits were WHACK! I was on and off like a rollercoaster, with family I always want to eat and indulge. I took her to Cape Cod, Provincetown and Myrtle Beach. All super fun times, but the eating … not-so-good. And then my dad came the whole bit and it was crayyy. He came from 7/21 – 8/3. Needless to say, my family likes to take long vacays. 🙂 hahaa Nahhh I love 'em! But after my dad left, I was left feeling alone and sooo off target. On Monday, 8/6 I decided to rejoin the gym at work and start preparing my lunches and all that good stuff. I've been going strong sinceee.
Speaking of the gym, I used to be a member at the YWCA downtown near my apt and paid $40 a month. The gym at work charges $20 so I thought… 'ohhh hayyy i'ma save me $20 a monthh'. But I was working from home last Thursday and it was hot as heck outside and wish I had a gym in Boston rulllll bad. So I googled here and there and founddd a gym, 5 min drive from my apt called GymIt. It's $20 a month! Sooo for onceee, I WIN! I'm paying the same amount I used to in the Woo, but I have a gym in both Worcester & Boston. Amazeeee…no?
Anywho, so today I had Mexican for lunch at this good restaurant in the Woo called Azteca and didn't do awful, but def could've done better. I chose the lunch special of chicken fajitas with a side of beans, instead of rice. It was aiight, but I still feel guilty. So I'm here at work now, all stressed from these projects I'm on… haven't eaten in 5 or so hours (baddd Augustina) and don't want to go to the gym.
I need new workout songs, it keeps life fresh at the gym. But my main motivation today… are these new bad girls! I now have 2 pairs of sneakersss (more to come)! My obsesh with heels/flats may or may not turn into sneaksss as well… :-/
The Asics Gel-Nimbus 14. They only had pink in my size so… what the hay? Those were some expensive ol' shoes, but they felt comfy womfy, so we'll put it to the test in a little bit! Ohhh and a shoutout/mad love to Sneakerama for hooking it up with a 10% employee discount for the company I work at and alwaysss knowing how to size me. I bought a pair of New Balance sneaks 2 years ago and they're still going strong. They dirty and look like little cockaroaches, but they get the job did. 😀
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New Zealand, the United States and Italy share resources by operating a Joint Logistics Pool out of Christchurch in support of their respective Antarctic programmes.
The NZDF provides approximately six C-130 Hercules flights and four Boeing 757 flights (weather dependant) but also support to Terminal Operations at Harewood (Christchurch International Airport) and McMurdo (load and passenger processing, fuel delivery, ship off-load teams), light engineering teams for Scott Base, and Scott Base support personnel (plant operators, cargo handlers, communications & administration staff). Up to 220 personnel are typically involved in this support in a season. When it comes into service, the NZDF's new ice-strengthened naval tanker will provide further support activities to Antarctica.
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In an astounding revelation yesterday afternoon, a cute chemtrail pilot was photographed posing for a photograph shortly after tweeting, bragging about how much chemjuice she was spraying over he ex boyfriends house.
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My scheduling story is one that most call center workers are familiar with. In the early fall, around September 2014, T-Mobile's Menaul call center was in the process of assigning shifts to us for our next alignment. This type of scheduling procedure is commonly known as a "shift bid." A shift bid takes place at T-Mobile every six months and is based solely on performance from the previous six-month alignment the reps have completed.
Prior to our fall realignment, I had been on an early morning schedule for roughly a year. My life, and my family's life, is scheduled around my work hours. When I received the results of my bid that September, I was told I would be going from the opening shift (Monday through Friday 5:45 AM to 2:15 PM) to one of the closing shifts that would take place Friday through Monday. This shift is called the "weekend wrap." This was going to be almost impossible for my family to work with unless my husband left his current job and agreed to stay home with my daughter at night. I felt trapped and found myself making any and every effort to swap shifts with another worker. T-Mobile's idea of a fair shift swap is leaving a note on a board in front of the resource planning office. This board is not frequently seen, nor is it easy to go through every note on it looking for someone who wants to swap.
In the end, my family had to choose between my husband's reliable night shift job, and my higher paying but very inconsistently scheduled job at T -Mobile. My husband agreed to leave his job and stay unemployed so I could keep my job. We had to cut our daughter's preschool days down to part time to afford her tuition. This is just one example of the sacrifices my family has had to make for T-Mobile's unfair scheduling.
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The Morgan County Farmers' Market Association includes locations in Mooresville and Martinsville, Indiana. The Market is open rain or shine (excluding dangerous weather conditions as determined by our Market Manager).
Besides offering vegetables, fruits, eggs, baked goods and more, both locations often offer live music and special events at the Market itself, and the Martinsville location is often held in conjunction with festive events that are simultaneously held in downtown Martinsville.
Morgan County Farmers' Market Association – Mooresville
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text: Home - Exchange Students - Past Exchange Students - 2012-2013 - Jake - Spain Jake Mothersill 2012-13 Outbound to Spain Hometown: Longwood, FL School: Lake Brantley High School Sponsor: District 6980, FL Host: District 2202, Spain The Rotary Club of Pamplona Well, it's finally that time. The time to put down all my thoughts, experiences, and other stuff about my exchange so far in Spain. It's been about 2 months now, so you can imagine that I have a lot to put down but I'll try to keep it simple.So let's start from the beginning. It all started that wonderful afternoon when I got off my flight in Madrid and went to get my bags. As I sat at the baggage claim for around an hour and a half and saw the same bags going on the conveyer belt, I realized, where the heck are my bags with all my things? Well, I tried to ask someone where I could figure this out in the best Spanish I could make, and the nice man pointed the way…..straight to the exit of the airport. So there I was, with no bags, no idea where I was. It took about another 30 minutes to walk back to the entrance where I finally met a lady who understood English at one of the counters who happily said, "Oh don't worry, your bags are already in Pamplona." It was a blessing and kick in the chest at the same time. I think she saw how worried I was and so she gave me a free lunch voucher at any restaurant in the airport which helped dull the agony. So I went through security (again), had my free lunch, and went off to Pamplona where I currently am now.Let's fast forward to present day where I will now tell you all the wonderful and different things about Spain and Pamplona. I am currently living with my first host family in an apartment/house mix in a small neighborhood called Gorraiz which is about 15 minutes from Pamplona. Let me just say that the city of Pamplona is absolutely amazing. Everything about it, from the architecture, the food (Ohhhh the food), and the people is completely new and astounding.Speaking of food, here's a funny story. So I'm having dinner with my family one night and my mom puts this plate of meat in front of me. I took a bite and it was pretty good and so I asked, what is it? She said something in Spanish and so I pulled out my helpful translator app and typed in the word and it translated to bunny. BUNNY!?!?! How could I let myself fall to this horrible, yet very tasty act? But other than that instance the food here is nothing short of incredible.For school, the journey there is fairly similar to the one I usually do in America. I get up, walk to the bus stop (not a school bus, a public bus) and take a ride to my stop where I walk to school. However the school day is a lot different from school in America. First of all, it's 1 hour shorter (Hooray). The big thing though is that class schedules are much different. Every day you will have your classes in a different order, with some days having new classes and some days losing some classes. It was difficult at first but after a couple of weeks you get the hang of it. Let me tell you, that first day of school, I'm pretty sure was introduced, met, or came into contact with every single person in my school. What's funnier is that a lot of kids tried to ask me questions or speak in English and it would come out like, "Hi…how you do? You want sit here by me?" I used a lot of hand signals the first couple of weeks but nowadays my Spanish is a lot better and feel like I can actually make long conversations with my friends and family.I can honestly say that I have learned more Spanish in 2 months in Spain than I have with 2 years of Spanish class. Since I first arrived at school, I have successful completed my mission of achieving a group of friends including Kevin, Mikel, Jose, Tudor, and many more that I know but can't spell out their names.My experiences here so far have been fantastic and I love everything about Pamplona so far. I can't wait to see what these next couple of months bring me but I definitely know that they are going to be great. Everything that Rotary has done for me to prepare me for this has been the best and I can't thank them enough for allowing me this opportunity. Though it will be difficult at some times, I know that the overall experience is going to be worthwhile. I hope you all enjoyed reading about my experiences so far and I hope to share more of them with you in the future. Pamplona and Rotary Youth Exchange are both amazing journeys.May 4, 2013Wow, it's been a while since I last posted a journal, and with everything that has happened since my last post, I figured it would be easier to sum it all up in a list. So, here we goFamily- Since my last journal in November, I've actually switched families twice. I moved to my 2nd family in the beginning of December. My 2nd family was in a small neighborhood outside of Pamplona called Multilva, and for the time I was there, I had a blast. I loved Multilva because a lot of my friends lived there so it was a lot easier to hang out with them. My family was really nice, but they were also a really big family. With 4 daughters and 3 brothers, it was hectic at times. I travelled to a lot of cities in Spain with them, but my favorite would have to be Malaga. Malaga is in the south of Spain, and we went there during Christmas break. We travelled to Malaga on my first high speed train, which was pretty cool. After about 4 months with my 2nd family, I moved to my 3rd family (where I am now) at the end of March. My 3rd family lives in a small town about 20 minutes outside of Pamplona called Puente la Reina. At first, I was really hesitant to move this far from the ci ty, because I felt that I wouldn't be able to see my friends or go to Pamplona as often. However, my family literally knew exactly how I was feeling and on the first day told me to not worry and that they would drive me whenever I wanted. In reality, this family is actually my favorite family of the 3. The town of Puente la Reina is beautiful and my family has really treated me like part of their family. We also went on vacation for spring break just outside the city of Barcelona. However, I still got a chance to visit the city and it was one of the most, if not the most, beautiful cities I have ever seen. I got to take a huge tour that took me across the city from the harbors, to the inner city, to the Olympic stadium, and to other places. I even got a chance to go to my first ever football in Barcelona and it was awesome. Since then, I have enjoyed my time with my family, and I'm looking forward to these last few months with them.School- Honestly, school has gone better than I ever thought it would. Since my post in November, I've been able to pull up a lot of my grades and even participate a lot more in classes. I'm only failing 3 of my 11 classes in total, which is a plus in my book. Also, I'm even able to transfer my grades back to the United States which means I won't have to repeat my junior year, which I'm really happy about. Besides that, school has stayed mostly the same.Friends- Since my last journal, I've been to make a lot more friends and make better relationships with the friends I already have. I'm getting invited to more things with my friends and we all talk a lot more with each other in school. It's sad that I only get to have a few more months with them, because they have been some of the best friends I've had.Weather- Okay, I'm just set this straight. The weather in Pamplona is just awful. Not that it is affecting my exchange in any way; it's just that the weather here is normally really bad. In all honesty, the weather has not changed since winter. It is the beginning of May and it is the same weather as it was in January. It is always in close to 40 degrees all day, and it constantly rains. Mix that with the freezing temperature, and you got yourself some nasty weather.Language- My language has definitely improved since my last post. I can understand people a lot better, and my main goal right now is to just learn more words every day. I'm able to talk with friends with ease now and I can even participate in answering questions in class. My language improvement has also helped with my grades improving and has helped me enjoy my exchange a lot more.Food- Well the food has pretty much stayed the same as it did in November, but my taste for food has adjusted to the Spanish culture a lot more. A lot of the foods I didn't like in November are some of my favorites now. I also got in the habit of drinking a lot of coffee than I ever did (every day). I've also have started to eat a lot more salad (every day with lunch and dinner) Regarding homesickness, I feel as though I never hit that point to where it affected my exchange in any way. While I obviously missed my family, it never reached a point to where I got homesick. I am starting to get sad over the fact that I only have a few more months in Spain. I really don't want to leave behind everything and everyone that I've come to know over the course of my exchange, but I also miss many of the aspects of my life back in Florida. 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Asa is the youngest daughter of the house of Fane, which has been fighting a devastating food and energy crisis for far too long. She thinks she can save her family's livelihood by posing as her oldest sister in an arranged marriage with Eagle, the heir to the throne of the house of Westlet. The appearance of her mother, a traitor who defected to the house of Galton, adds fuel to the fire, while Asa also tries to save her sister Wren's life . . . possibly from the hands of their own father.
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Over two decades into a DJing career that has taken her from the murky origins of Berlins nightclub boom of the early 1990s to one of the most visible electronic artists in the world and owner of a label and fashion brand, Ellen Allien has thankfully shown no signs of slowing down. In addition to the occasional mix (Watergate 05 is the most recent), Allien has delivered original full-length material regularly since 2001s Stadtkind. One of her most appealing traits is the unpredictability of her material. Every release date announcement comes coupled with a host of questions wondering just how accessible or experimental the release is going to be.
When Dust, her fifth solo full-length, was announced earlier this year, the big question was not how accessible or experimental it would be, but how much more; in many ways, 2008s Sool felt like a departure from her colorful earlier work and into the heady minimalism producer Antye Greie (a.k.a. AGF) is so fond of. The intense remoteness of the songs turned a fair amount of her fans off for not leaving an immediate impression, but those that stayed behind were rewarded by an astounding amount of microsounds and production detail of the highest order. In many ways, it was more a spiritual successor to 2005s Thrills than the 2006 Apparat collaboration, Orchestra of Bubbles.
It takes about a minute and a half to discover Dust is not an extension of Sools departure. Instead, Allien has finally proven that her albums arent as unpredictable as was once thought: Dust falls right in line with the more pop-oriented LPs she releases as breathers between the more polarizing challenges of her experimental side. Our Utopie opens up with bell chimes and an echoing guitar that have as much brightness in the basic loop of their melody than all of Sool put together. Its an immediate indicator that weve turned the clock back to Apparat or Smash TV times, except now her producer is 20-year Berlin techno veteran Tobias Freund. Freund and Allien are less concerned with the spaces between sounds; like Orchestra of Bubbles or Berlinette, there is an emphasis on melody.
There are still the more challenging moments of her experimental side, the insistent radar ping of My Tree or the stuttering Dream obvious examples in this regard. By and large, however, this album is full of pop moments: Flashy Flashy would work well in a DJ set with the flashy flashy disco lights she describes. Sun the Rain and You are out-and-out pop numbers with lead guitars, bridges and choruses anyone can sing along to.
While those songs represent Dusts extremes, theres also the rest of the music, which drifts somewhere between the two poles. Should We Go Home is a menacing nocturnal instrumental which somehow still remains catchy, and album closer Schlumi has an elastic synth lead that sounds as buoyant as any 90s Euro-pop production. Guitar fuzz buzzes around the speakers, and clarinet appears as an airhorn. These two songs best encapsulate what Dust feels like as a whole: constantly bouncing between styles without sacrificing a welcoming melodic vibe.
How much you enjoy Dust, then, is how much you enjoy Alliens penchant for indulging in this accessible side. There are plenty of moments for the Stadtkind/Thrills/Sool crowd to enjoy, but this is not their record. Ellen has swung the pendulum back the other way as relief from the remoteness of Sool, and the reward is a record that sounds like youd expect it to, but never exactly so. Few pleasures equal the excitement of a new Ellen Allien record for this reason. If Dust is a departure from anything, it is from the point where we stop asking the question, How accessible or experimental will this be?, and start asking a much simpler question that speaks to the heart of her greatness: Have you heard this?
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making some pennies for christmas
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- Anonymous22 December 2014 at 21:36
Great to hear you are getting so many commissions! I'm a horribly selfish knitter I have to admit :)ReplyDeleteReplies
thanks :) oh I am usually a selfish knitter, but it was quite fun to make a change! now that christmas is over I've cast on a jumper for myself :) jenny xxDelete
K sounds like Dave. I've had more orders from people in his department than anywhere else. Problem is that Dave tells people I can make anything so I get orders for things I've never even thought of making xxReplyDeleteReplies
hehe it's really love to know that the people we love are proud of what we do, enough so to talk us up! oh that could be a problem, but similarly I find it pushes you to make different things and just expands your repertoire! :) jenny xxDelete
I'm glad you are getting so many commissions, that's great news! I love love love your Totoro phone case - it's so cute!ReplyDelete
thanks - and thanks! of everything I've designed myself it is easily the thing I am most proud of :) jenny xxDelete
Well done Jenny, this is marvellous and well deserved XReplyDeleteReplies
thanks Lexie :) everyone's support means a lot, makes me a little bit prouder of the things that I make. jenny xxDelete


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Another designer which takes on this illustrated aesthetic with the use of image and textures etc, is Mark Weaver. This is a small selection of his work:
Again you can see that he uses the same sort of techniques - layering up imagery, textures and colour to create some interesting imagery.
I think this style takes on more of a illustrative style and creates a much more unique and quirky design outcome. The mix of the colours and the imagery within the designs is a lot different and more alternative to that of Cristiana Couceiro, but still has the same kind of aesthetics and overall outcome to the this style of design.
Again i think this style would definatly fit in with the secret 7". This use of imagery would fit the concept of not being able to use any words or reference to the artist, instead i could link it to some imagery instead. I think i can take alot fromt this style of work to go towards my own design work.


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Every year the lead officers of our Steering Groups, boards and committees produce an Annual Report to explain the work that has been going on in the last 12 months and their plans for the forthcoming year.
The reports include all the financial accounts for the Diocese of St Asaph as well as activities taking place around the Diocese.
The 2018 Annual Report is now available:
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text: The ANC has welcomed the North Gauteng High Court in Pretoria's judgment on the attempt to nullify the 54th National Elective Conference. In January, KwaZulu-Natal businessman Vincent Myeni took the party to court in an effort to have the election of the ANC top six at its Nasrec conference in December declared invalid. Myeni alleged that one of the ANC's top six officials had fathered a child with an official from EleXions Agency, which was contracted to oversee the party's elections. He also questioned the credential of voting delegates and said the voting process had been full of irregularities.In response, ANC deputy secretary general Jessie Duarte said in court papers that the cost of re-running the ANC conference would be enormous. She said the Nasrec conference had cost about R50m. She argued further that Myeni had failed to show he was an ANC member in good standing, News24 reported at the time. In a statement on Thursday, the ANC said the case would have had "huge ramifications for our constitution and the functionality of the organisation in its entirety".The party said it "applauds" the court's decision to dismiss the "frivolous" attempt which was "seeking to damage the ANC reputation". "The ANC is equally pleased that the court has ordered the applicant to pay the legal costs of the case. Yesterday's [Wednesday] judgment sends a strong message to the members who believe that the courts are the only way to resolve internal matters of the movement. "The ANC is of the view that, if the actions of members are left unattended, they will create a chaotic precedent that could paralyse the democratic processes within our organisation. The ANC calls on its members to desist from this practise," the party said.


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I feel like I need to start this off with an apology with an obsession that's getting out of hand. I'm speaking of my shirt dress problem. I see one, I buy it. It's as simple as that, whether they are vintage, brand new, or straight off another woman's back- Ok, I haven't done that yet, but I did see a woman wearing a shirt dress I coveted so much I stopped her mid road crossing to ask her where I could get it. And can you guess which shirt dress the woman in the aforementioned story was wearing?
Oh yeah, it's this gorgeous number. The woman in question was swanning across the street in St James and looked so elegant I actually swooned... a style swoon of course. And she turned to me and simply said "it's M&S darling," like it was the most casual thing in the world. I half expected her to say it's vintage Chanel or some such ridiculousness. Nope! I was down Oxford Street and into Marks & Spencer faster than these legs ever thought they could carry me. And yeah, that's why I look so ridiculously happy. I love this dress.
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At The Ridge we have many opportunities to grow and learn. There are groups for study, for sharing, for reading and for learning. Men and women alike, take part in activities that enrich their lives, not only by being together and sharing fellowship but also by sharing their knowledge, their interests and their friendships.
Sunday School
Sunday mornings are about coming together in the sanctuary to worship our God and joining with members of our faith community to learn and grow in God's Word. Addressing the latter is what the Sunday school part of Sunday morning is all about.
The Ridge offers a number of Sunday morning learning opportunities for adults. There are classes for adults of all ages with points of emphasis ranging from traditional Bible study to discussions of current events from a Christian point of view. Our adult Sunday school classes meet at various times and at various locations throughout the church. Class schedules.
Women's Bible Study and Issues Group
Women meet twice a month, the first and third Thursdays from 10:00 am-12:00 noon, for Bible study in the church library. Using books and/or printed guides as their resource material they discuss timely topics of the day while considering scriptures for reference and personal guidance while relating to their studies of the Bible. Sometimes the discussions can be very lively as they compare their personal lives and "issues" to those in biblical times. This is an open group with a standing invitation for anyone to visit or join at any time. On an average, there are 10-12 women in attendance.
United Methodist Women
The United Methodist Women meet in small groups called circles, once a month, and as a larger group in the monthly Unit Meeting. All women of the church are invited to visit and learn more about us. The UMW of The Ridge participate in many outreach programs. Look for dates and times of meetings in the Sunday bulletin calendar, the calendar on the website and for more information the monthly church newsletter. Read more
Men of The Ridge
An organization of men, including both current and former members and staff that meet at 7:00am the first Saturday of the month at a local restaurant (Ginger's 11555 E 63rd St.) for a brief meeting and fellowship. Everyone is welcome! The Men of The Ridge provide scholarships to Graduating High School Seniors, subject to the rules set up by the men and they also support the many causes promoted by The Ridge.
Women's Book Club
Women gather in the church library the third Thursday of the month at 7:00 pm to discuss their most recent book. The discussion is led by one of its members. There is a standing invitation for anyone to visit or join. If you have any questions, contact Charlotte Robinson through the church office at 816-353-1435.
Golden Key
A group of seniors that gather at 12:00 noon on the second Thursday of each month for fellowship and lively conversation. There is always an entertaining program, a brief meeting and pot luck luncheon. There is a standing invitation for anyone to visit or join at any time. Please contact Marilyn Yorke through the church office if you have any questions.


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After six seasons with the New York Mets, the Dillon Gee era is over. The right-hander imploded Sunday in a spot start against the Atlanta Braves, giving up eight runs and raising his ERA to 5.90. The Mets designated the right-hander for assignment a few moments ago. It's a mystery why the Mets DFA'd Gee instead of just optioning him to Las Vegas (AAA). Since Gee doesn't have five years of service time he can't refuse the option but the Mets elected to wipe him off the 40-man roster completely. They now have 10 days to find a trade partner or they will have to give Gee his unconditional release.
The whole situation is very similar to the Ike Davis situation last season in that it was completely botched. The Mets who desperately needed Gee's $5.3 million salary off the books, now will most likely be on the hook for all of it except the league minimum. The Mets fielded trade offers for Gee last winter but elected that the players they were getting back weren't worth losing their rotation security blanket. The Mets didn't get many offers for Gee but they definitely could have moved the right-hander if they lowered their asking price.
Even if they weren't being offered much a Gee trade could have opened up $5.3 million for the Mets, which could have allowed them to be active in trade talks for a bat right now. The Mets were picky in what they were asking for and held Gee, like Davis last season, to a higher asking price in trade talks than the rest of baseball.
The Mets were asking for a haul two winters ago for Davis, turning down some pretty good offers in the process. In the end, like Gee, the Mets hung on to Davis far too long and were lucky to move him to Pittsburgh in a salary dump in the end.
Teams like the Rangers, Royals, Twins. Rockies and Giants all inquired about Gee this winter. All of those clubs could use another starter now.
If the Mets just traded Gee last winter they would be in a much better spot right now. Although the six man rotation seemed like a great idea to limit their young starters innings, it seemed to cause most of their pitchers to struggle, most notably Gee. A few Met starters complained publicly about the new rotation messing with their routines. The Mets kept yanking Gee around to various roles all season so it really wasn't a surprise that he struggled. The Mets will likely find a trade partner for Gee within the next ten days but it remains to be seen how much money the new team would be willing to take on.


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Let's be honest. I don't know if Christian Ponder is going to be a star or a bust. You don't know, either. The Vikings' braintrust, which invested countless hours dissecting his film and background and interviewing him and his coaches, don't really know, either.
But if you stop worrying about where draft experts had him ranked, he has a lot going for him.
According to consensus and statistics, he's:
-Extremely bright.
-Personable. (Personality matters for quarterbacks; they have to be leaders.)
-Accurate (he completed 69 percent of his passes as a junior, and 62 percent as a senior.)
The biggest knock on him seems to be durability, but the Vikings say they thought he displayed toughness in trying to play through his injuries.
My column, in the Friday paper, makes this point: We don't know how good this kid is, but if he can play, we are about to be treated to the best drama in sports: The nurturing of a young quarterback.
For now, I'm giving the benefit of the doubt to Rick Spielman and Leslie Frazier. I think Frazier knows what makes an NFL player tick, and Spielman is a tireless worker. I think they feel they landed a guy with great strengths and no glaring weaknesses.
I'll say this: I'm much more interested in this team today than I was yesterday.
-Congratulations to Michael Cuddyer for ripping into his teammates today. Somebody had to say it.
I think this will be Cuddyer's last season in Minnesota - he'll be a free agent and is not likely to want to take the kind of pay cut necessary to keep him here - and I'll miss him. He's honest, team-oriented, selfless and has a sense of humor. And he's responsible and accountable. A few of his teammates should take note.
-Joe Mauer wants to remain a catcher? Then he needs to prove he can recover from injuries and stay behind the plate. At some point, the Twins may have to remind him that he's the employee, not the employer.
-I know, I know, the Twins stink right now. They're a rather pathetic group.
Let me just remind you how lousy a team can look and still win something, though. In April of 2006, the Twins were swept by Cleveland early in the season by a combined 17-8. Then they were swept by Chicago by a combined 23-6. Then they were swept by Detroit by a combined 33-1.
That team, of course, won 96 games.
That's not a prediction of future success, merely a reminder that past failures haven't always been terrible omens.
-Ralph Sampson is declaring for the NBA draft?
Then I'm declaring that I'm about to win $1 billion dollars.
-While other NBA teams conduct their coaching searches, the Wolves...are...still...thinking...about...it...very...slowly...so...as...to...create...the...illusion...of...thoughful...ness.
-Upcoming: I'm outta here. Taking my first real adult vacation in a long, long time. I'll be on 1500espn at 2:40 tomorrow, then going on a cruise. Tom Pelissero will conduct the Gardenhire Show and Sunday Morning Sports Talk along with my Strib colleague Judd Zulgad. I'm guessing they might talk about the draft.
I'll be back the following Sunday.
My twitter handle is @Souhanstrib. I may tweet from the beach; I may not, but this is a good time to thank y'all for reading, and listening.


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Balmain: The dream of the never-ending summer
Buyers just can't get enough of Olivier Rousteing's body-con (re: Kardashian) creations for Balmain. And his latest collection for Resort 2019 touts a whopping 900 pieces in an effort to accessibly deliver to the global millennial market. This one centered around an endless summer, something many of us dream of, displayed in Instagram-like filtered images of an almost fantasy of girl glam.
She's a peacock with electric feathers
The signature Kardashian-like bodycon mini dresses are here in droves, and this time in peacockish shiny foil in ultra-marine blue and rainbow shades. There were also 3-dimensional mosaic tiles in fantastic holograph finishes mimicking ornate Venetian floors. These alone would entirely make the collection covet-worthy.
Summer sunsets, and sunsets…and sunsets
Of course, the trend of the season made its way in, with 1980's style sunsets on everything under the sun (eehhhh?) – bombers, bell bottoms (yes, they're here), mini dresses, those sexy over-the-knee boots, denim, all of it. And lest we forget the glam, much of it came by way of sequins.
Set sail as the marinière
The marinière has once again been celebrated in the Balmain collection – seemingly a favorite in the house code. And here, the pieces became relatively laid back with cozy sweaters and crop tops, a jumpsuit, jackets, and kimonos – some in shredded tweed.
Resort or reaching couture?
It all speaks to Rousteing's more, more, more outlook of infusing energetic life into the Balmain brand. The collection is certainly far from a snore. The use of incredible materials like wood tiles, mirrored mosaics, pearl and bead embroideries, and glass tiles are applied to create tactile patterns over straight hot silhouettes could as well have come from couture. And that's what makes Balmain so sought after right now.


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Relative fitness is modified by sib interactions taking place between seed dispersal and juvenile recruitment
"Is plant fitness proportional to seed set? An experiment and a spatial model"
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Diane R. Campbell, Alison K. Brody, Mary V. Price, Nickolas M. Waser, and George Aldridge
Does making twice as many seeds make a plant twice as fit?
Ever since Darwin, scientists have studied natural selection on the extraordinary diversity of flower traits seen in nature, often using the number of seeds to estimate fitness, or at least that portion of fitness obtained as a mother. It stands to reason that a plant that makes more seeds would contribute more offspring to the next generation. But is that contribution to the next generation actually proportional to seed production? Little is known about the link between the number of seeds produced by an individual and number of successful offspring, and there are reasons to suspect that seed production might provide a biased estimate of maternal fitness. In a paper in The American Naturalist, Campbell, from University of California, Irvine, and colleagues Brody, Price, Waser, and Aldridge addressed this gap in knowledge. Using a plant species, scarlet gilia, that they have made a "model system" in four decades of work at the Rocky Mountain Biological Laboratory, they asked, "Does a plant that produces twice as many seeds as its neighbor contribute twice the offspring to the next generation?" In field experiments, they used their natural-history knowledge to mimic natural seed dispersal, and genetic markers to follow the fates of seeds from individual parents. Spatial models showed that relative fitness based on seed number is modified, depending on the extent of competition between sibling seeds versus non-sibling seeds, which in turn depends upon the extent of seed dispersal. Plants that produced twice as many seeds as their neighbor produced fewer than twice the number of recruiting juveniles, as expected from the model. Thus, there was a tradeoff between high seed production and offspring survival, making the intensity of selection on a floral trait likely weaker than investigators have previously thought. Competition and other interactions among siblings may have general effects on evolution of plant traits, and may be particularly important for plants with little multiple mating, low adult density, and low seed dispersal. Read the Article


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Rock Band 3 has been a stunning success in almost every department. With Harmonix adding a keyboard peripheral to their latest franchise installment, they have continued to push the boundaries of music gaming through growing the interactive experience and adding features such as Pro Mode.
Their progress is evident in all the accolades they have received including winning "Best Music Game" at the VGAs and a prestigious 4.5 star review from Game Rant. Yet somehow, even with all this success, Harmonix has decided to stop supporting the weekly Rock Band Network tracks on the Wii.
"With the smaller online install base, limited demand for releases so far and the significant amount of work it takes for our producers and audio team to convert and process these additional tracks we're no longer able to continue submitting RBN content to the Wii."
Viacom (parent company of MTV Games) recently sold Harmonix to a New York investment firm for $50. Because of this, Harmonix is in a state of flux. They are retaining their independence, but the demise of Rock Band Network tracks on the Wii probably has to do with some sort of housecleaning project conducted as a result of the sale. Regardless, Harmonix has promised that 360 and PS3 DLC will remain unaffected and that there will be continued support of regular Wii DLC.
The last six Rock Band Network tracks for the Wii will released on January 18, 2011.
- The Main Drag -- "How We'd Look On Paper"
- Wounded Soul -- "Rx"
- Band of Horses -- "The Great Salt Lake"
- Firewind -- "Head Up High"
- Cetan Clawson and the Soul Side -- "White Heat"
- OK Go -- "White Knuckles"
It is probably not Harmonix's fault that the Wii DLC was floundering. In reality, the blame probably deserves to be placed on the Wii's antiquated online system. Nintendo is infamous for having a very barebones approach to online gaming and the result has been problematic at best. The most frustrating thing has been Nintendo's reliance on friend codes.
Both the Wii and DS rely on a system that requires exchanging a 16-digit friend code for each game you wish to play with a friend. The codes are hard to remember and a pain to enter in for each game. In many cases they serve as a deterrent to playing Nintendo games online. It will be interesting to see if Nintendo upgrades their Friend Code system as it appears the codes will be returning for the 3DS.
In the end, this news is not telling of any major problems with Harmonix, but is more reflective of the sorry state of Nintendo's online framework.
What do you think of the decision to cancel the Wii's Rock Band Network tracks? Do you frequently play any Nintendo games online?
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(Reported in the Queens Courier)
Pataki Endorses Ulrich for State Senate
By Kevin J. Ryan
Beechurst, N.Y.- Former Governor George Pataki spoke in support of Councilmember Eric Ulrich's bid for NYS Senate at a recent fundraiser.
The former New York State Governor said he enjoys the private sector these days and publicly endorses a campaign only when he believes strongly in the candidate. "Eric Ulrich," he said, "is someone in whom I strongly believe. "
Pataki commented, "Councilman Ulrich has done a phenomenal job at being a fresh, new voice not just for his district, but for the people of Queens and this City. It's a better place because of him. His new race for State Senate is critical for the future of this state in deciding whether we're going to have decent, strong leadership in the State Senate or whether we're going to go back to the hideous dysfunction that existed just two years ago. We have to make sure Queens and New York City stay safe. We need schools that actually work. That's not going to happen unless we have people like Eric Ulrich in the Senate."
Pataki continued, "You have to have confidence that the place you can build a career and advance up the economic ladder is here in Queens and New York State. Eric understands that and he will make that happen in Albany. Taxes are too high. It's too hard to have a business here and Eric will fight to make it a little bit easier. This race is very important for the future of the State."
The former governor said he looks forward to seeing Ulrich "bring the same young, independent voice he's been on the City Council to the State Senate."
Ulrich commented, "It's about the future of our state and the our young people, to make sure they have a better shot at life than we had our parents and grandparents had. That's what being in Queens and being an American has always been about. If I want to give that opportunity to the next generation, I've got to step up to the plate and help continue bipartisan leadership in Albany."
Ulrich and his wife, Yadira, are expecting their first child.
If Ulrich defeats Juan Reyes in a September primary, he will face off against Democratic State Senator Joseph Addabbo in November.
Also in attendance in support of Ulrich was Councilmember and Congressional candidate Dan Halloran, who recently recovered from brain surgery.
The fundraiser was hosted by entrepreneur Sal Bacarella and his girlfriend, Christie Lauren.


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Solar energy has become one of the leading alternatives to fossil fuels. One of its strengths is the fact that solar panels are easy to install on most homes. Homeowners will usually find that they enjoy serious savings after having had their panels installed. Even with these possible advantages, many homeowners are still cautious about the expense of installing panels. They want to be sure they will receive a good return on investment after solar installation.
Another major consideration for many environmentally conscious homeowners is what sort of incentives their state offers. Many people interested in upgrading to solar power prefer to make sure they have the right incentives first. These homeowners will benefit from having additional information.
Which state is No. 1 in solar?
California has had the largest number of solar panel installations for several years. If recent trends continue, experts predict that it will continue to lead the country in panel installations and energy usage. Both homeowner participation and local initiatives have played a leading role in putting California at the top of the list. Of the cities in California, San Diego tops the list in solar production.
One thing that has motivated California's success is its goal of having 33 percent of all power come from renewable sources by 2020. Solar rebate programs for homeowners have helped the state get a good start on meeting its goals. Another way in which the state has moved toward achieving its goals is by offering incentives for new home builders. California has an economy that continues to grow, along with regular demand for new housing. Because California has so much success with solar, many of the state's initiatives will have a good influence on other states.
What states will be big in the solar energy market
New Jersey has serious goals to increase solar productivity, especially in light of post-Hurricane Sandy rebuilding efforts. Solar-powered traffic lights are one example, which also helps solve the need to keep the lights running after a power outage. Homeowners in the state also have taken the lead in installing residential solar panels to ensure constant access to electricity.
Massachusetts is another state that will become a major player in solar energy in the coming years. During 2014, there were enough panels installed to power 50,000 homes. The amount of solar energy that will come into use by 2016 will greatly reduce fossil fuels reliance in the state.
Arizona, with its weather particularly suitable for solar power usage, is another leading state that will continue to play a role in solar power growth. All of the new generating capacity that was utility scale in 2014 came directly from solar power. If energy production on this scale continues, the state will quickly become one of the top leaders.
Nevada is also a state to watch when it comes to solar energy. This state leads the country in solar-related jobs. Because of the sunny weather and wealth of tourist attractions, this state has the potential to also lead in innovation.
Which states offer the best solar power incentives?
Although a growing number of states recognize the value of solar power, some states offer better incentives than others. Tax credits and rebates, combined with positive action on the part of legislators, make things easier for everyone. Homeowners who live in the states that offer the best advantages will want to keep these incentives in mind when looking to reduce their energy bills.
New York leads the way in offering tax rebates and incentives that encourage homeowners to upgrade, and Gov. Andrew Cuomo has expressed support for continuing these incentives. Massachusetts follows closely behind, with the addition of fast-paying performance payments and tax exemptions. Connecticut, with its high electricity costs, has risen to the alternative energy challenge by offering a generous solar energy rebate. Oregon, which has a lot of sunny days despite its climate, also has several incentives that include tax rebates and exemptions. New Jersey has one of the best markets for solar power, and residents have seen results in the form of lower rates.
What the future holds
As homeowners struggle with increasing energy prices, more will seek alternatives like solar power. Incentives already have made these options more accessible for many homeowners in solar-friendly states. As the need grows, more states will offer the incentives that homeowners need, as well as incentives that encourage businesses to adopt eco-friendly energy options. States that do not offer as many incentives for homeowners are very likely to change as the demand grows.
Solar power is a very real force to be reckoned with, and states that want to stay at the forefront of the very latest innovations will work to ensure every homeowner has the chance to go with solar power.
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It has been a beautiful sunny day down on the farm today. We have really enjoyed ourselves. All the animals were very well behaved and let us look at them, talk to them and feed them, all day long. We have learnt lots of different facts about farms and farm animals and are excited to begin our topic.
The children were very well behaved, we are so proud of them. Thank you to all the parents and carers that came along to help us enjoy our day.
A little snooze after a very busy day!


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In a selfless act today, and in a way to ignore crap-o-tee, I casted on for the lovely Elfine socks. I have been thinking about these for months now and even picked up the yarn at Stitches.
That there is some lovely Nature's Palette in Mallard. And to avoid SSS, I'm 'magically' knitting both socks on one 40″ circ addi. It's so nice that I don't need two needles for this!
Angela and I are doing a little knit together for these, anyone else want to join? My progress will be slow since I have gift knitting and the whole two socks at once thing. It's pretty easy to do, just cast on for one (I used a figure 8 co) and knit a couple of rows (I kept going till I increased to 24 sts on each needle). Place the first sock on a holder and then work up the second one to the same point as the first one. Transfer the first sock to the needles, making sure it's facing the same as the other one, and then knit like normal. So far so good! I have the toes done and I hope to work on the foot a little…if the guilt doesn't stop me.


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Delaney Manufacturing, a leader in plastics manufacturing, today announced that they have custom printed and donated 350 pet bowls to the Circle of Hope K9 Rescue in Naugatuck, CT.
Circle Of Hope K9 Rescue is made of up volunteers dedicated to finding loving forever homes for dogs in need. Most of their dogs and pups are removed from kill shelters and from streets where they have been abandoned or dumped. The pet bowls made from high quality plastic and are custom printed with "Who's Your Doggy?" and Circle of Hope K-9 Rescue. Check out their website at www.circleofhopek9rescue.org.


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DorcelClub – Claire Castel A Highway To Pleasure (11.03.2019)
Claire Castel is on her way to Paris when her master SM calls him for a very special challenge. The instruction is simple. It must stop on an autoRoute area and get caught by the first passerby. In a van, she indulges in fun races with a truck driver.


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Change levels from day to day, depending on how your legs feel.
When you sign up for our guided tours, you can choose from four different levels each day. You can switch levels from day to day. We want you to have the best cycling experience ever. After you arrive, unpack and assemble your bike, you are welcome to join us on our Saturday or Sunday welcome ride.
Every evening at 6pm, there will be a detailed briefing at the hotel, at which time we will go through the next day's ride. We will always have at least one Captain per group, depending on the size of the group.
The Captain's job is to lead the way, make sure the day goes as smoothly, and be encouraging and helpful to all the riders. It's important to us that you feel safe on our rides at all times. We never leave a rider unattended.
Group 1 Cyclist:
You are an elite experienced cyclist
You average 80 to 100 kilometers per day
Cycling is an important part of your life
You love to ride and do it all the time
You train as much as possible and are moderately competitive
Group 2 Cyclist:
You ride every day
You are an experienced cyclist
You average 50 kilometers per day
You enjoy a long ride on the weekend
You love to participate in cycing events
Group 3 Cyclist:
You ride regularly
You average 100 kilometers per week
You commute to and from work
You enjoy a long ride on the weekend
You sometimes participate in cycling events.
Group 4 Cyclist:
You are a leisure cyclist
You ride once or twice a week or just on weekends
You average under 50 km per week
You are in good basic shape and love a challenge
You take spin classes, and you like to get out on the bike when the weather is nice
Important Information.
We'll divide our riders into four different groups. One group will surely fit you. We organize each group according to the actual participants on each day. Some days, we may put an extra climb on the program, and on other days, we may ride a shorter distance, depending on what the group wants to do. You can switch groups from day to day, depending on how you feel.
We'll eat lunch every day, at one of the many good cafés around the island. Our guides know all the good places – so, stick with your guide. We always carry a phone, to call the support car, if a rider needs help.
We have a detailed briefing before dinner, every evening, at the hotel. We talk about the next day's route and it's challenges. If you want more details, just ask.


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Boys & Girls Club of the Greater Santiam
Central Linn Recreation Association
Community After-School Program (CAP)
Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA)
Cascade West Council of Governments
Girl Scouts of Oregon & SW Washington
Mighty Oaks Children's Therapy Center
Sweet Home Emergency Ministries - SHEM
ABC House
PO Box 68
Albany, OR 97321
(541) 926-2203
Funded Programs:
Child Assessment: ABC House is the child abuse intervention center serving Benton and Linn Counties. They provide high-quality child abuse assessments for local children when there are concerns of abuse and neglect. Doctors specializing in child abuse medicine give children head-to-toe medical exams and trained child interviewers talk with children about what really happened to them. ABC House also offers individual and family counseling, family support and referrals for other much-needed services. Children and families receive comprehensive services in one safe, child-friendly environment to help lessen the hurt and start on the path toward healing
Boy Scouts
425 SW 2nd Ave, Suite 103
Albany, OR 97321
(541) 928-6694
Funded Programs:
Scoutreach: The Scoutreach Division gives special leadership and emphasis to urban and rural Scouting programs. Scoutreach is the BSA's commitment to making sure that all young people have an opportunity to join Scouting, regardless of their circumstances, neighborhood, or ethnic background.
Boys & Girls Club of Albany
1215 Hill St SE
Albany, Or 97321
(541) 926-6666
Funded Programs:
Athletic Program: provides recreational and competitive athletic opportunities to youth age 6 to 18, no matter their skill level. Programs offered include: Basketball, Track and Field, Cheerleading and Dance, Soccer, Flag and Tackle Football, Volleyball, Baseball, Softball and year-round Coaching Clinics and Sports Camps.
Core Programs: provides a broad frame work of programs that provide a fun, safe, supervised environment for recreational and educational activities where youth age 6 to 18, can develop self-esteem and the qualities needed to become caring and responsible citizens.
Dental: provides low-income children ages 6-18, with dental screening and treatment as well as educational opportunities to improve dental health.
Boys & Girls Club of the Greater Santiam
305 S Fifth St
Lebanon, OR 97355
(541) 258-7105
Funded Programs:
Athletic Program: provides recreational and competitive athletic opportunities to youth age 5 to 14, no matter their skill level. Programs offered include: Indoor Soccer, Soccer, Football, Flag Football, Volleyball, Baseball and Softball.
Core Programs: provides a broad frame work of programs that provide a fun, safe, supervised environment for recreational and educational activities where youth age 5 to 14, can develop self-esteem and the qualities needed to become caring and responsible citizens
Center Against Rape & Domestic Violence (CARDV)
4786 Philomath Blvd.
Corvallis, OR 97339
(541) 758- 0219
Funded Programs:
Shelter and Advocacy Services: provides confidential shelter and comprehensive advocacy services for victims of domestic and sexual violence. Advocacy services include: immediate transportation to confidential shelter, assisting with restraining or stalking orders and Law Enforcement response, developing a safety plan, providing 911 phones, on-going education about the impact of domestic violence and personal safety.
Community After-School Program (CAP)
PO Box 1717
Albany, OR 97321
(541) 967-9322
Funded Programs:
Before and after school program: Provides safe, structured, state certified, quality childcare before/after school, on school in-service days, and during the summer to children in every socio-economic level in the community.
Community Outreach
865 NW Reiman Ave
Corvallis, OR 97330
(541) 758-3000
Funded Programs:
Health Services: provides access to mental health care and medical clinics for people who have no health insurance and cannot otherwise afford healthcare.
Integrated Housing: provides homeless families the support and time needed to gain the skills to stabilize their lives. This program combines affordable housing along with intensive in-home case management, offering the entire family guidance and support so they may build independent and stable lives.
Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA)
PO Box 100
Albany, OR 97321
(541) 926-2651
Funded Programs:
Linn County Court Appointed Special Advocates: Provides specially trained community volunteers, who advocates for the best interest of children who are under the protection of the Linn County Juvenile Court on allegations that they are neglected or abused, seeking to assure safe, permanent families for them as quickly as possible.
Family Tree Relief Nursery
1005 Springhill Dr. NW
Albany, OR 97321
(541) 967-6580
Funded Programs:
Home Based Outreach & Respite Care: Family Tree Relief Nursery is a community-based child abuse prevention preogram, providing early intervention services at no cost to high-risk Linn County families with children under the age of six.
Fish of Albany
1880 Hill SE
Albany, OR 97322
(541) 928-4460
Funded Programs:
Clothes Closet: provides free clothing, diapers, personal hygiene and household items to individuals and families lacking adequate clothing with low to no income, those experiencing temporary crisis and those on a fixed income requiring help to make ends meet.
Food Pantry: provides a five day supply of groceries to individuals and households lacking adequate food with low to no income, those experiencing temporary crisis and those on a fixed income requiring help to make ends meet.
Guest House: provides emergency and transitional shelter, basic needs and case-management services to at-risk homeless pregnant and / or parenting teens and their children.
Prescription Assistance: provides payment to a pharmacy for medication prescribed by a physician to treat a life-threatening illness or a communicable disease for persons without prescription insurance and without other resources.
Crisis Intervention: offer scholarships to acquire birth certificates and Social Security cards, the documents required by the DMV to obtain picture identification at the Heart Resource Fair. Fish will screen all candidates and manage the scholarships ($40-$60 each).
Transportation Assistance: provides gasoline vouchers and/or bus tickets to persons without resources in emergency need of transportation.
Furniture Share
155 SE Lilly Ave.
Corvallis, OR 97333
(541) 754-9511
Funded Programs:
Furniture Share: Furniture Share redistributes quality used furniture at no cost to children, families and individuals in need. Our services provide improved family interactions, increased comfort and safety in homes, improving overall wellness, independence, physical and mental health.
Girl Scouts of Oregon & SW Washington
1577 Pearl Street, Suite 300
Eugene, OR 97401
(541) 485-5911
Funded Programs:
Camping: provides girls with a 24-hour-a-day experience in the outdoors; a camp session last 4 to 14 days. Through camp girls gain independent living skills, positive self-esteem, decision-making skills and leadership abilities.
Comprehensive Youth Development: is a prevention-based mentoring program for girls and young women. Small groups of girls meet with positive adult female role models to learn skills like: self achievement, relating to others, self-respect, cooperation with others and decision-making skills. These skills help girls resist negative and peer pressures as they develop into adults.
C.H.O.I.C.E.S.: is focused on middle - high school aged girls having difficulty reaching their full potential. Leaders are trained to be sensitive to special needs or issues and concerns of teenage girls. Activities include values clarifications, problem solving, communication, health care, relationship building, conflict/anger management, community resources, substance abuse and independent living skills.
Funded Programs:
Medical & Dental Clinics: Albany InReach Services offers access to medical, dental and mental health care for medically underserved populations in west Linn County with a coordinated and proactive health delivery system. InReach strives to be the architect of creative options for the medically vulnerable by assembling an energetic alliance of paid professionals, students, unpaid professional volunteers and interagency partners.
InReach patients do not qualify for routine medical or dental insurance, or state-funded health programs. InReach seeks to serve this population with a 'medical home' model that respects individuals with financial, social and cultural obstacles. The ultimate goal of InReach is to improve the health and well being of those living in the greater Albany area.
Funded Program: Jackson Street Youth Services gives youth a safe place to live and resources that get them on the road to a better life. Founded to fill a gap in local support serivces for housing homeless youth, Serving Linn and Benton Counties. They work to prevent homelesness by showing a path to long term success through building positive relationships and skills for self-sufficiency.
Linn-Benton RSVP
250 Broadalbin SW, Suite 2A
Albany, Oregon 97321
(541) 812-0849
Funded Programs:
AARP Tax Aide: A program provided to the public that allows for free simple tax returns for individuals in Linn County, bringing thougsands of dollars of unclaimed Earned Income Tax Credit back to our community.
RSVP Volunteer Program: is a nationwide network of active, older adults contributing their time and experience to community programs. Volunteers connect with over 200 agencies offering essential services, building a legacy, and finding the lasting satisfaction of making a difference.
SHIBA: Senior Health Insurance Benefit Assistance Program. Trained counselors help seniors understand the in's and out's of their medicare or medicaid insurances.
Mid-Willamette Family YMCA
3311 Pacific Blvd SW
Albany, OR 97321
(541) 926-4488
Funded Programs:
Older Adults & Special Populations: provides health and fitness activities, physical therapy, monthly health checks and fellowship that encourage a healthy spirit, mind and body.
Single Parent Families: provides programs like swimming lesson/teams, t-ball, basketball, volleyball and soccer that promotes positive character development for youth as well as opportunities for families to come together and participate in family friendly programs that encourage a healthy spirit, mind and body.
Y-Mentoring: provides one-on-one mentoring between a at risk youth 8-17 and a responsible adult. Mentors encourage youth to realize their potential and gain the necessary skills to be successful in school and life. This friendship give kids the opportunity to take positive action to change their lives. Mentors receive training and attend monthly meetings
Mighty Oaks Children's Therapy Center
3615 Spicer Rd SE
Albany, OR 97322
(541) 967-7551
Funded Programs:
Pediatric Therapy: offers comprehensive, family-centered therapy provided by experienced, licensed, and dedicated pediatric specialists for children (birth to 22years) with all types of disabilities. Therapy services include: physical therapy, speech and language therapy and occupational therapy
Pre-Primary Speech & Language
432 Ferry Street
Albany, Oregon 97321
(541) 917-1931
Funded Programs:
Speech & Language Program: provides speech and language therapy in a preschool setting to 3-5 year old children with speech and language delays. The program provides speech screenings, assists children learn to communicate, promotes social interaction, reciprocal speech with classmates and positive activities to promote growth and self-confidence.
Scio Youth Club
38875 North First St.
Scio, OR 97374
(503) 394-3910
Funded Programs:
Athletic Program: provides recreational and competitive athletic opportunities to youth age 4 to 13. Programs offered include: Indoor Soccer, Soccer, Football, Flag Football, Volleyball, Basketball, Baseball and Softball.
Core Programs: provides after school supervision and enrichment to children 5-12. Craft activities, art projects, social inter action, physical activity, unguided play, games and education assistance.
Sharing Hands
130 Spaulding Ave
Brownsville, OR 97327
(541) 466-3110
Funded Programs:
Food Bank: delivers food baskets and personal health items to families and seniors meeting residential and income/household size ratios set by the USDA.
Parents & Pals: offers assistance and guidance to young parents, of pre-school age children, without adequate parenting skills. Playgroups take place two mornings a week and parents meet to discuss and learn about raising children.
Sweet Home Emergency Ministries - SHEM
1050 Long Street
Sweet Home, OR 97386
(541) 367-6504
Funded Programs:
Client Assistance: provides emergency financial assistance to needy individuals and families. Assistance offered include: rental assistance, lodging vouchers, utility assistance, gasoline vouchers, bus tickets, prescription drug assistance and emergency housing.
Carmen's Closet: provides cost free clothing to people in need in Linn County.
Manna Kitchen: provides a hot meal and fellowship every Friday to the homeless and needy people in the community.
SHEM Food Pantry: provides food boxes to individuals, families and seniors meeting residential and income/household size ratios set by the USDA.
Volunteer Caregivers
930 Queen Avenue SW
Albany, Oregon 97321
(541) 928-2173
Funded Programs:
Volunteer Caregivers: is a coalition of church and community volunteers whose purpose is to enable limited income, frail, elderly and/or disabled persons over age 55 to remain in their homes. Efforts are made to ensure our special friends maintain their independence and dignity.


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Rose McGowan, who has accused Harvey Weinstein of rape, says that a month ago, "someone close" to the producer offered her $1 million to not speak out about his alleged sexual encounter with her.
More than 60 women have accused Weinstein of sexual harassment. Seven of them have accused him of raping them. He has denied allegations of unconsensual sex, apologized for past behavior against colleagues and has sought treatment. Police in Los Angeles, London and New York are investigating claims against him and he has been fired from his own company.
The New York Times broke the story on October 5 about Weinstein's alleged sexual misconduct, saying that over the past 30 years, he reached at least eight settlements with accusers. The newspaper had said that in 1997, he reached a $100,000 settlement with McGowan, who was 23 at the time, "after an episode in a hotel room during the Sundance Film Festival."
A week after the story was published, McGowan tweeted that Weinstein raped her. She did not say where the alleged assault took place. The actress told The New York Times in an interview posted over the weekend that she had learned this summer that the agreement did not include a confidentiality clause.
She also said that in late September, she considered an offer: She said that through her lawyer, someone close to Weinstein offered her $1 million in hush money to sign a nondisclosure agreement.
"I had all these people I'm paying telling me to take it so that I could fund my art," she said.


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A deft, playful collection of linked stories about migration, flight, (mis)translation, the joys and disfigurements of myth—that is, about Cuba.
The fourth book of fiction and second collection (In Cuba I Was a German Shepherd, 2001, etc.) by Cuban-American journalist Menéndez consists of 27 fragments of varying lengths, but it's not a miscellany. There's plenty of metafictional apparatus (a prologue by an Irish transplant to Havana, a lyrical dream-parable by a persona named Ana Menéndez in which she says that "Details are stupid and unreal" and urges us not to "get sucked in by my lies"). There are little riffs or games, such as the story that consists of Google translations of iconic Cuban poems. There are tributes to Cuban writers (Alejo Carpentier, Jose Martí and others). There are also more traditional stories—often with magical elements—like "The Parachute Makers," which ends, as several of these stories do, with a protagonist taking to the air to escape. In another book, all this intellectual superstructure might seem clunky or stilted, but in the case of a book about Cuba—especially a book about the emigre's longing for a Cuba that is now mythical and that may always have been, a Cuba made up of a few obsessive themes and metaphors—it works well, revitalizing the old tropes and stories by giving them a new setting and emphasis. This is most evident in a brace of Elián González stories, especially "The Boy Who Was Rescued by Fish," in "Glossary of Caribbean Winds" and in "The Boy Who Fell from Heaven," which begins with a list, grading from fact into fiction, of Cubans who've stowed away in the wheel wells of jets departing Havana.
Part love song to Cuban literature and lore, part Borgesian encyclopedia of the subspecies of flight, part questioning of the very conditions of fiction-making—and all charming.


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