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This is a sponsored post on behalf of Hood. All opinions are my own.
This time of year is so busy for our family, with sports, school, work, and theater. Sometimes it's essential to schedule time with friends and family to make sure that we actually spend time with them. A dinner party is a great way to spend time together, because you always have to eat, so it's not too hard to carve out a time that your guests can attend. You can serve your meal at a leisure pace, so that you have plenty of time for catching up. Dinner parties are also great for any time of year – whether it's for a special occasion, holiday, or just because you want to have a good time. We recently hosted a fall-themed dinner party, with some delicious food, beautiful decor, and great company. If you are planning to host a dinner party, here are some dinner party planning tips.
Dinner Party Planning Tips
Find the Perfect Time
Busy families may find it difficult to find the absolutely "perfect" time, but plan well in advance to make sure that your guests can attend. Just make sure that you have enough free time before the party to clean the house and prepare all of the food. You'll want to have most of the food done before your guests arrive, so that you can enjoy their company. You won't want to spend your time in the kitchen while everyone else is sitting at the table.
Create a Pretty Tablescape
One of my favorite parts of the dinner party we planned was creating the tablescape. I wanted my dinner party to have a fall theme, so I stopped at my local craft store and picked up a few glass bowls, glass scatters, string lights, fake fall leaves, and tea lights. I plan to save these supplies every season so that I can reuse them, and mix and match them. For instance, for a winter party, I can switch out the colors and the leaves for something more appropriate for the season.
My 13-year old daughter also enjoyed this part of the party planning, so if your kids are old enough, it's a great idea to get them involved.
Choose a Menu That Will Appeal to Everyone
Ask what food restrictions your guests have before choosing your menu. Food allergies were a consideration when we chose our menu, so I avoided anything with those ingredients. Make sure you choose a good balance of vegetables, proteins, and carbs (as well as dessert), and select foods that are in season. For our fall-themed dinner party, I wanted more hearty foods that were appropriate for the cooler weather.
I selected four fabulous dishes from the recipes that Chef Chris Coombs has created specifically for Hood Cream. All four items were absolutely delicious, and the Hood Cream was a wonderful addition to each item.
We started with the Blue Cheese Wedge salad, which is loaded with vegetables, herbs, eggs, pancetta, and a delicious blue cheese dressing. This was the perfect start to our meal, and was very easy to assemble.
As a side dish, we had a "wow" dish – this Sugar Pumpkin with Sausage Stuffing that you actually serve in a hollowed out sugar pumpkin. I was initially a bit intimidated by this dish, but it wasn't too difficult to make. It was the best stuffing that I've ever had – it's hearty and just a bit sweet. We had some leftovers from our dinner party, which I happily ate the next day.
Our main dish was a New York Strip with Madeira Cream Sauce. The recipe for this was so easy to follow, and the steak was perfectly cooked. I couldn't believe how delicious the sauce is – it perfectly complemented the steak. I love recipes like this because each diner can choose how much of the sauce they want, depending upon their tastes. My kids especially loved the steak.
For dessert, we had a tres leches cake. I've never made a cake like this, but I do love to bake. My daughter helped me, and we had so much fun making it. I was especially interested in learning how to whip egg whites – I'd never done that before in my baking. We were both amazed at how easy it was, and how lightweight it made the cake.
My guests really enjoyed the cake. My husband, who doesn't typically enjoy dessert, got himself a second piece. We all agreed that it had a great texture and a nice, sweet (but not too sweet) flavor. The mint garnish on the top is a great added touch.
Shop for the Best Ingredients
I went to the grocery store early in the morning to shop, because it was less crowded and gave me more opportunity to choose each specific ingredient. Before I left, I made a list of what I needed, sorted by area of the grocery store (produce, meat counter, dairy, etc). That made the shopping much easier. Of course, there were a few things that I already had in my pantry, so I made sure that I had that stuff before I headed out shopping. Luckily, my local grocery store had the sugar pumpkins in stock, so I didn't have to search multiple stores for that particular ingredient.
Hood Cream is an essential item in all four of the recipes. I picked up half and half, whipping cream, heavy cream, and light cream. I found it so smooth and easy to blend, and it made all of the recipes rich and creamy but not heavy at all. The texture definitely elevated the quality of the recipes that I made.
Prep As Much As You Can in Advance
Because you don't want to do too much once your guests arrive, it's best to try to do as much as possible in advance. For our dinner party, I made the cake (with the exception of the whipping cream and garnishes), hollowed out the pumpkin, hardboiled the eggs, made the dressing, and cooked the pancetta all the night before our party.
Then, I plotted out my schedule for the next day, making sure I had a good flow of when the oven was being used and when the dishes would be ready.
Get Ready in the Morning
The morning of my party, I made sure that I had all of the ingredients that I needed. I also reviewed my plans for cooking so that I knew exactly what time I needed to start. Because we don't have too many extra plates and utensils, I also ran our dishwasher first thing so that everything was clean. That also left us with an empty dishwasher, which made cleanup so much easier.
Recruit Your Family To Help
My daughter was eager to help, and I happily accepted her assistance. Even if you have younger kids, there are still some tasks that you can delegate to them. It's a great way to get things done quicker, and make your kids feel like they are part of the dinner.
Enjoy Your Dinner
This is the most important part. Set things up so that you are able to sit and enjoy your dinner. The food was absolutely delicious, so I'm glad that I was able to sit down during most of the meal and eat with everyone else.
Hood Cream is the perfect complement to all of your dinner party recipes, especially with the upcoming holidays. For the recipes mentioned here, as well as many more, check out HoodCream.com.


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Save Yourself Baby, Save Yourself! – Dr. Rose
This week on The Power of an UNSTOPPABLE Woman Radio Show with Dr. Rose Backman…
Save Yourself, Baby – Save Yourself!
We all want to save those souls that we believe need us so badly. Maybe we have such a distorted view of life that it's the other way around. Whether we choose an alcoholic, the emotionally wounded, or the guarded unemotional soul, be aware! They don't want you to save them. Run and run fast!
I hope these short radio clips help you in your life. If you need more assistance with this topic, please give me a call. I would love to talk to you!
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Applicants should be energetic, physically fit and without significant physical limitation. In order to be considered for employment, applicants should be able to demonstrate experience and knowledge in one or more of these areas: organic seedling production, vegetable crop production and management, cane berry production and management, general organic production practices, and experience in direct sales of farm products. Familiarity with farm machinery and equipment operations is a plus but not required.
The preferred applicant must make a commitment for the term of one season, and will be given preference if he or she is competent to take on increased responsibility for farm operations and management over time, including staying on for multiple years. Areas of increased responsibility include production planning and management, irrigation management, tractor work, and yearly planning.
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5 Tips to Help You Score a Date for New Years Eve
Has it already been 12 months since the last time we all said "See you next year" and vowed to head to the gym more?
Yes, the New Year is upon us. And for many singles that means a lot of pressure to find a date and someone special to kiss as the New Year rings in.
But, have no fear. This year, you're equipped with our five strategies to help you find a date for New Years Eve.
1. Start Early
Don't wait until December 26 to start looking for a New Years date. Instead, leave yourself with a nice amount of time to meet people so you won't have to settle for someone you're not that into. It'll also leave you with a decent "getting to know you period," which will make a New Years invitation feel more natural than forced.
2. Get online
If you're looking for a date, it's kind of a no brainer to head online first - whether to a dating site like Zoosk or Match.com, or even to a social network like Facebook to rekindle with an old flame. The quantity and quality of singles you'll find online is way better than all the trendiest, most popular bars in your city combined.
3. Cast a wide net
If you choose to go the online dating route, it's a good idea to sign up for at least a couple of different sites, to cast as wide a net as possible. Anyone who's tried online dating will tell you that not all sites are created equal. The people you'll meet on Zoosk are not the same you'll meet on a site like Elite Singles, - so it's good to diversify.
Keeping up with different sites or apps can eventually become overwhelming. But it helps to view the whole thing as one big experiment - once you realize which site is delivering better results or matches you can always cancel the other.
4. Stay Open-Minded
Online dating is wildly popular starting around Thanksgiving and into the New Year. Which means you'll have more profiles to browse through, you'll see more interest, and probably receive more messages. Take advantage of this surge by saying yes to people you might normally pass on.
Most singles think they have a clear idea of what they're looking for in a partner, but studies show different. More than 30% of couples have seriously dated someone they previously rejected and 40% of couples indicated they've had a long term relationship with someone they were initially hesitant to go on a second date with.
So rethink the way you view relationships and potential partners. And be more open to the possibility that those views can be shattered if the right person comes along.
5. Breathe, stay positive and have fun
The holidays are a time for celebrating with family and friends, kicking back, eating too much and dancing til your feet are sore. So don't put too much pressure on yourself or force something to happen faster than it should.
Remember - anything you do is better than doing nothing at all. So put yourself out there, embrace whatever comes your way, and always, always be open and honest. Because it's not a matter of if, it's a matter of when. So don't lose patience and don't get frustrated.
Have fun with the experience and you'll find someone special to share that New Years kiss with.
Need a little help getting started? Check out our reviews of the best dating sites. and see who's out there.
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In each Airstream Sport travel trailer, you will appreciate the way that every square inch of interior space has been maximized in the one-axle, compact body. The ultraleather dinette is not only the best place for sitting down to sip your morning coffee, but it is also a comfortable bed for you to sleep on each night once you fold down the table and cushions. Each morning you will be greeted by the sun's cheerful rays streaming in through the panoramic windows, and if you prefer to keep the bright light hidden until you are ready to embrace it, then you can simply close the blackout shades each night before bed.We have 3 22FB availableView Inventory
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Clean, classic lines and a go-with-everything white color make our sturdy, affordable serving pieces the perfect choice for relaxed gatherings with family and friends. Our versatile, white earthenware platters show off your food beautifully and mix and match easily with other dinnerware and serving pieces. Count on these platters to provide gorgeous presentation for every course of a great meal – from appetizers, sides and main courses to decadent desserts.
- Part of our Open Kitchen collection, developed exclusively for Williams Sonoma.
- Made of glazed earthenware.
- Integral loop handles make the platters easy to carry.
- Platters nest for compact storage.
- Microwaveable and dishwasher safe.
- Made in Portugal.
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- Small: 12 1/4" x 10 3/4" x 2 1/4" high.
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Rated 5 out of 5 by Lyon in the kitchen from Super nice platter! I bought this for large servings of meat or poultry. I am not one for very modern designs but this platter is so beautiful and useful for so many things. Not only does it look great for any occasion, the handles are so helpful as I'm voted most likely to drop something in the kitchen. I liked it so much I got the medium as well.Date published: 2020-01-03Rated 3 out of 5 by BeachBall from Fragile I almost didn't purchase these because they are earthenware. I should have gone with my gut instinct. They chip easily. If they were porcelain or stoneware they would last longer and be more functional (e.g. oven safe).Date published: 2017-05-14Rated 5 out of 5 by cookague from Stunning I bought the medium sized platter one month ago and now want all three. This is a very attractive serving dish that is sturdy and comfortable to use. I get complements on it all the time. The medium is a very good size for a large meal. I served a whole ham with roasted greens on it for my entire family.Date published: 2017-03-10Rated 5 out of 5 by BarbaraA from Attractive serving platter Attractive serving piece. Great for serving a large crowd or a complete meal like a roast potatoes and vegetable.Date published: 2017-01-03Rated 4 out of 5 by lolololo from Nice serving platter Great platter just waiting for the slices of the Thanksgiving turkey breast!Date published: 2016-10-09Rated 5 out of 5 by KRoss from Awesome Platter Love, love this platter! Got it in medium and you can fit an entire meal on it! Classic for any table and very versatile....highlights any meal you plan to serve on it!Date published: 2016-06-30Rated 5 out of 5 by PTCMiMi from Perfect Serving Dish I bought the small size platter. It is the perfect size and shape for serving a wide variety of sides and main dishes. The fact that is has handles is a definite plus. I liked the platter so much that I purchased a second one, the same size.Date published: 2015-11-08Rated 5 out of 5 by 06Gma from Should have found this earlier! I bought the two smaller sizes and realize I should have bought all three! Daughter loves the dishes so I ordered her a set of all 3. Versatile, easy to use and extremely attractive!Date published: 2015-07-10
Is the Open Kitchen large oval platter 2357218 oven proof?Hi, This platter is not ovenproof.Date published: 2019-12-08
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Boston Globe: "revelations come fast and frequent"
By Jennifer 8. Lee | April 23, 2008
Wow. They are still running reviews of my book(!). The Boston Globe today printed its review by Ralph Ranalli. Interesting that he is astute to point out that Chinese food has "a veritable buffet of cheap metaphors" (I will note many of which have been used by headine writers (egg drop scoop, lo mein street, wok on)
'Fortune Cookie Chronicles' delivers tasty cultural history
By Ralph Ranalli, Globe Staff | April 23, 2008
The Fortune Cookie Chronicles: Adventures in the World of Chinese Food
By Jennifer 8. Lee
Twelve Books, 308 pp., $24.99
For better or for worse, critiquing a book about Chinese food's place in the modern world presents a reviewer with a veritable buffet of cheap metaphors.
One could say, for example, that the book was a pu pu platter of mixed styles (true, in this case), or that, after finishing, the reader was hungry again for more an hour later (also true). However, unlike in most cases that involve interaction between myself and Chinese food, I'll try to exercise a bit of self-control.
Born in the United States of Chinese immigrant parents, Lee confesses herself obsessed with Chinese food, in particular with the Chinese-American variety. She backs that up with research and legwork, and the result is a book that combines the muckraking of Eric Schlosser's "Fast Food Nation" with the globe-trotting reach of Anthony Bourdain's "No Reservations."
Lee starts off by making a compelling case that her topic is worth the effort. After all, she writes, there are more than 40,000 Chinese restaurants in the United States alone, "more than the number of
I had always assumed that the reason for the sameness was that the menus represented a sort of greatest hits version of the dishes people in China eat. Yet in a chapter entitled "The Biggest Culinary Joke Played by One Culture on Another," Lee begins exploring the book's central revelation that the Chinese food most of us know is a wholly American invention. What ensues is an engaging cultural history, as she traces Chinese food's evolution from the first chop suey parlors in the mid-19th century to the invention of delivery in New York City and the adoption of Chinese as the chosen food of American Jewry.
Along the way, revelations come fast and frequent. Much of the book centers on her quest to discover whether fortune cookies are, in fact, Japanese in origin. Then there is the issue of soy sauce, with Lee exposing that much of the stuff you get with Chinese takeout in the United States has no soy in it.
Perhaps the most eye-opening material in the book, though, is the author's examination of the social cost of America's love affair with Chinese food, from the dangers faced by Chinese delivery men in urban areas to the hardships of immigrant restaurant workers who are shipped around the United States like so many crates of plum sauce. Lee also conducts her own search for the "greatest Chinese restaurant in the world," in which she explores the influence of the cuisine – and local influences on it – across six continents and 23 countries.
The only place where the book falters a bit is when Lee, who has as her middle name the numeral 8, which connotes prosperity in Chinese culture – relates American Chinese food to her own personal questions about identity. While she opens that door, it feels like she never goes all the way through. A short chapter about how her search for Chinese food became a search for her authentic self feels tacked on, and the concluding sentiment is one of the few spots where Lee's writing slips toward cliche. America, she writes, is like a big stir fry where "our flavors blend together in a sauce shared by all." Ouch.
On the whole, however, "The Fortune Cookie Chronicles" is an engaging read that serves up a healthy side dish of truth with one of the world's favorite cuisines.
Ralph Ranalli is a member of the Globe Staff.
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Wednesday, April 11, 2012
Remarks Robert F. Cekuta
Deputy Assistant Secretary, Bureau of Economic, Energy and Business Affairs University of Warsaw Library
Warsaw, Poland
March 7, 2012
Thank you Mr. Deputy Prime Minister and please let me first of all warmly thank Poland's Ministry of the Economy, Mexico's Ministry of Energy, and the International Energy Agency for developing and hosting today's event.
Today's is exactly the sort of meeting which can be extremely useful in advancing both global energy security and global economic well being.
The United States has greatly benefitted from this development of shale gas and other unconventional gas resources. As President Obama said in his State of the Union address this past January, we now estimate that the United States has a supply of natural gas which can last America for 100 years. In 2009, the United States became the world's leading producers of natural gas, to a significant degree because of the judicious use of new technologies that made once inaccessible deposits of natural gas able to be opened, tapped, and developed.
As a result of the development of unconventional natural gas, the United States may well begin exporting natural gas – LNG – by 2014 or 2015. Experts now speak of the United States being self sufficient in natural gas by 2035. Development of unconventional gas resources, resources which amount to over half the U.S. natural gas resources, will support over 600,000 jobs in the United States by the end of this decade.
I should join other speakers in pointing to the benefits in natural gas, a fuel that can back out others that are higher in GHG emissions and other pollutants when burned. Along these lines, there is a considerable amount of attention focused on the further development of natural gas as a fuel for transportation. There is also already a sense that the development of unconventional natural gas has rejuvenated the chemical industry in the United States with experts suggesting we could see a repeat of the 1920's when the discoveries of oil and natural gas in the United States produced all sorts of breakthroughs and innovations in the chemical sector.
However, we also need to bear in mind the important reality that the development of unconventional natural gas, like the development or realization of other industrial or extractive processes, needs to be done carefully with due attention to potential downsides.
In the United States, this has meant the government, civil society, and private sector enterprises paying attention to the environmental factors associated with the development of natural gas. It has meant particular attention being given to all the aspects of water usage associated with the development of unconventional gas. It has meant study of reports that certain seismic events may be associated with the tapping of shale gas. It has meant too attention and study of the impacts that development of shale or other unconventional natural gas can have on communities and a society. These impacts include the influx of people to areas that had previously been less populated or had been losing population.
It means realizing and taking into account the fact technologies for developing shale or other unconventional gas are not static, but rather are changing and we need to be thinking about how to take into account these technologies and engineering innovations. Awareness of these factors highlights that we need to be attentive to the various technical, environmental, and social aspects that accompany development of unconventional natural gas deposits.
In the United States we have been continuing to work to understand these aspects of the development of unconventional gas and to act upon what we have learned. With the Secretary of Energy's Advisory Board Subcommittee on Shale Gas Production, the U.S. has sought to develop – and to share – best practices from government, private, and public sectors. My colleague from Department of Energy, DAS Chris Smith, will be discussing the work of this group later on today.
Furthermore, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is conducting an on- going study on hydraulic fracturing and its possible impacts on drinking water. Again, the United States is pursuing science-based studies to inform policy making as well as the discussions taking place among the public on unconventional gas.
We are engaging with others countries which may have significant shale or other unconventional gas. In doing so, we make a conscious effort to acquaint them with a much variety of views. Our sense is that there needs to be informed dialogue if we are to get out ahead of potential problems in unconventional gas development.
If are all talking about rules here today, I would like to urge that we look at the experience in the United States, including the need for the involvement, the engagement, of the various stake-holders. I would argue as well that just as the work will continue on the technical and engineering aspects of developing unconventional gas deposits, work will need to continue on the rules applying to how these deposits are developed. I would strongly urge that development of any regulations take into account sound science as a basis.
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Woodlands won the trophy for the only time in 2004 and were beaten finalists in both 1999 and 2005 but have not featured in the showpiece finale since.
Congs won the trophy for the first time in it's 132 history last season, when they defeated Townville in the final at Spen Victoria.
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Having been entrusted with the Stanbrooke project, FX Studio Design and its lead interior designer Frédric Clairoux are taking on a bold mission fraught with multiple challenges, including making the very best use of available space.
Using Space in the Most Effective and Creative Way
At a time when square-foot prices in large city centres are soaring, property developers have to optimize the use of space—however limited.
Right from the start of the Stanbrooke project, Brivia Group and Gansu Tianqing Real Estate Group decided to call on FX Studio Design's renowned creativity, expert skill, and professional approach to meet this special challenge.
The final result is both innovative and forward-looking. And it is due, without a doubt, to the synergy between the design team under Frédric Clairoux and the architectural team at Marco Manini architecte. It is also due to the Clairoux team's involvement in all phases of the project, from initial design to final furnishings.
"In partnership with architect Marco Manini, we wanted to create a future-proof project that would exert great appeal year after year after year. By focusing on forward-looking style, high-quality materials, and both new and emerging technologies, we developed a technology-based approach that doesn't result in cold and impersonal design. Instead, it enhances residents' quality of life," states Frédric Clairoux.
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The Stanbrooke is a 176-unit residential tower project that targets mainly millennials, a generation that seeks unique experiences and whose daily lives revolve around technology.
To attract this customer base of urban dwellers drawn to a cool and digital lifestyle, Frédric Clairoux's team is making an astute use of technology to create a special living environment that engages residents as soon as they move in. For instance, from the moment they enter the lobby, they are connected to the building as a whole through Wi-Fi. In addition, screens placed at various locations provide information about the building and events around town.
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The studios in the Stanbrooke were designed to optimize the use of space while preserving a strong sense of unity and harmony. They feature a shared core structure consisting of a kitchen, laundry room, and bathroom where every square inch has been thought through to minimize visual impact and maximize spaciousness. In addition, the project's focus on optimizing light and openness will provide residents with an outstanding living environment in harmony with seasonal cycles and the evolving urban landscape.
The Stanbrooke's design is timeless and creates a one-of-a-kind living environment. It is also smart design, resulting in no wasted space.
The project also fosters a sense of community. It does this through many built-in features that are vital to millennials, for whom multitasking is a way of life. The lobby and rooftop patio are designed as extensions of the units in an effort to sustain a strong feeling of community and create just the right balance between private and shared spaces. For instance, the rooftop patio is equipped with a projection wall for group screenings and provides residents with ample opportunity to cook together, study together, and hold large or small meetings. The project's collective spaces, including study and/or work zones and event venues, are designed to support millennials' pace and lifestyle.
What's more, the building will support Amazon's Alexa application, enabling residents to make the most of this virtual personal assistant to meet their needs. Using their smart phone, residents can reserve a sports court, order a latte from the house barista or call on the services of a housekeeping specialist—all in just a few seconds.
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The Clairoux team has drawn inspiration from Europe in designing small functional spaces, for example, bathrooms. Unlike their traditional North American counterparts, these bathrooms are designed as compact spaces to allow for optimal storage and a more spacious living environment.
Smart Use of Natural Light
On this bold project, Frédric Clairoux and his team also drew inspiration from Asia, while preserving the building's unique Montreal character, where distinct seasons certainly colour people's moods.
That's how Frédric Clairoux came up with the idea of using chromotherapy, the art of applying colour and light to enhance well-being. This technique is used to create diffuse lighting throughout the unit, including the bathroom. Interaction with this soothing light—present everywhere, in shared spaces and in each unit—has a transformative effect on heart and soul.
A chromotherapy system with adjustable settings lights up the building's shared areas, including the entrance, hallways, and lobby. If the weather is warm, grey colours indoors help to create a welcoming atmosphere. Conversely, on hot sunny days, indoor lighting is adjusted to create a sense of freshness and coolness.
Home Automation—A Must-Have Feature
Home automation is a key feature of interior design. It's a smart way of augmenting design through electronic, information, and telecom technologies. Home automation is used to centralize each studio's control over various systems, including heating, sound, appliances, and security, to ensure comfort and peace of mind.
Clairoux Sets Its Sights on the International Market
The Stanbrooke project is an impressive showcase for interior designer Frédric Clairoux and his team at FX Studio—and a decisive demonstration of their talent. With a ten-year track record of success in Montreal, FX Studio now sets its sights on the international market.
Services available to Stanbrooke residents: fitness studio, rooftop patio, lounge, swimming pool, co-working space in the lobby, Wi-Fi everywhere in the building, and more.
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Cumberland County Schools overall test score proficiency rose for the fourth consecutive year, according to data released Thursday. The same data showed that the school district's graduation rate slightly declined this year in comparison to the last school year.
The overall percentage of Cumberland County students meeting or exceeding proficiency standards on test scores rose by a half a percentage point, to 57.3 percent. Although the school system's overall score is up, Associate Superintendent Ron Phipps said the system has to do better.
"We've been up four years in a row, but we've got to show more gains per year than we are making," he said. "We don't want to see ourselves going down either."
The N.C. Department of Public Instruction released the 2017 school letter grades Thursday. The fourth annual rankings give schools a score based on a number of factors, such as how many students passed state exams in reading and math, and for high schools how many students graduate on time.
Phipps said he hopes the schools can start increasing their scores by multiple points a year. He pointed to College Lakes Elementary School as evidence that it could be done. That school's score increased by 6 points from 64 percent to 70 percent over one school year.
"That's a really great gain," Phipps said.
The state school grades also factor growth goals and graduation rates into the schools' composite number. Phipps said 80 percent of Cumberland County Schools met or exceeded growth expectations this past school year, which is down from 84 percent the previous year.
A Cumberland County Schools news release said the school district's graduation rate for its high schools declined by 0.5 percentage points to 81.4 percent this year.
The release noted that of Cumberland County Schools' 16 high schools, 13 had graduation rates of more than 80 percent. Phipps said that he would like to see graduation rates increase as well.
Each school is given a letter grade corresponding to its score on an A+ through F scale.
Cumberland International Early College High School and Cross Creek Early College both earned an A+ rating. This is the second year that both schools have earned this honor. In order to receive the A+ rating rating, meaning that the school's students have a proficiency between 85 and 100 percent and the school did not have significant achievement or graduation gaps between students.
Clement Elementary School in Autryville was the only other school to earn the top rating in the Cape Fear region.
Three other Cumberland County Schools — Beaver Dam Elementary, Jack Britt High and Cumberland Polytechnic High School — all received the second highest rating of an A for the second year in a row.
The rest of Cumberland County Schools' results resembled a bell curve, with 21 schools receiving a B grade, 41 schools receiving a C grade and 12 schools receiving a D grade.
The system had one school — Ferguson-Easley Elementary — that earned the state's lowest score of an F. Only 29.2 percent of students at that school are considered to be performing at the grade level proficiency standard set by the state.
Eight schools in the Public Schools of Robeson County district also received F ratings.
Shanita Wooten, the interim superintendent for the Public Schools of Robeson County, noted that Robeson County students endured a number of issues last year, including Hurricane Matthew, that do not normally occur.
Overall, the district's scores increased by 2.6 percent, Wooten said.
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The Public Schools of Robeson County is one of the poorest school districts in the state. A state Department of Public Instruction news release on the grades said school grades are correlated "strongly" with the poverty level of the school.
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Today at VMworld® 2017, VMware, Inc. (NYSE: VMW) announced its breakthrough solution for securing applications running on virtualized or cloud environments - VMware AppDefense™. This new security solution leverages the virtual infrastructure to monitor running applications against their intended state, and can detect and automate response to attacks that attempt to manipulate those applications. Additionally, integrations with third-party solutions will enable a partner ecosystem to leverage VMware's AppDefense unique application visibility and response orchestration.
"The growing frequency and cost of security incidents points to a fundamental flaw in security models that focus solely on chasing threats," said Tom Corn, senior vice president, security products at VMware. "AppDefense delivers an intent-based security model that focuses on what the applications should do - the known good - rather than what the attackers do - the known bad. We believe it will do for compute, what VMware NSX™ and micro-segmentation did for the network; enable least privilege environments for critical applications."
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Leveraging VMware vSphere® gives AppDefense several unique capabilities. First, it's in a unique position to see rich application context; both run state and provisioned state. Second, it can leverage the hypervisor to create a protected zone from which to store intended state and monitor runtime behavior. Third, it can leverage vSphere and NSX to automate and orchestrate response. The result is that AppDefense can significantly reduce the attack surface, making threat identification and response more efficient, and creating a more agile DevOps-friendly model for security.
"A security model concentrating on appropriate application behavior can help shrink the attack surface and improve the ability to pinpoint real threats," said Jon Oltsik, senior principal analyst and the founder of ESG's cybersecurity service. "With this focus on intended state behavior, AppDefense offers a productive alternative to traditional application and endpoint security. In this way, VMware AppDefense is shifting the focus from simply securing the virtual infrastructure, to using vSphere capabilities as creative enhancements to applications and infrastructure security."
"Signature-based defenses alone are proving to be increasingly ineffective at preventing modern malware threats," said Christopher Frenz, director of infrastructure and head of security, Interfaith Medical Center. "Effectively combating malware requires a defense in depth approach such as that laid out in the OWASP Anti-Ransomware Guide. Application whitelisting and network segmentation are a key part of any such defense in depth strategy, and are capabilities that VMware AppDefense and NSX help bring to the table."
AppDefense enables customers to improve the effectiveness of existing security controls. Endpoint security, security information and event management (SIEM) and Security Operations Center Analytics are able to integrate with AppDefense to gain unique application context, leverage the virtual infrastructure for remediation, and protect their own position on the endpoint. Managed Security Service Providers (MSSPs) are able to build new data center and cloud security offerings around AppDefense. Initial partners for AppDefense include:
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"As attacks become more sophisticated, it's more important than ever for security analysts to have full visibility into potential security incidents at every layer of their IT infrastructure, both on-premise and in the cloud. The direct integration of AppDefense with IBM Security technologies will allow additional analysis of this data by Watson for Cyber Security, which can provide analysts with a clearer understanding of the scope of advanced attacks. It can also help bridge the gap between IT operations and security teams, allowing them to orchestrate incident response and quickly take action to defend their organization." - Marc van Zadelhoff, general manager, IBM Security
"VMware's new AppDefense solution arms administrators to take positive control on what's really running within their virtual datacenter - exactly what is needed in today's challenging threat landscape. RSA is excited to work with VMware to combine the unique threat detection and response capabilities of RSA NetWitness Suite with AppDefense to enable enterprises to protect against the next wave of emerging attacks." - Grant Geyer, senior vice president of products, RSA
"Securing virtual environments has become a critical imperative. With the combination of Carbon Black and AppDefense, security teams can leverage innovative solutions to effectively lock down applications in software defined data centers." - Patrick Morely, chief executive officer, Carbon Black
"SecureWorks' position in the MSSP market has been driven by the ability to deliver the best results in protecting our clients' infrastructure. That requires richer visibility and context into the applications and data most critical to our customers. We will be delivering a new managed solution that leverages AppDefense for precisely that reason." - Matt Eberhart, vice president of global product management, SecureWorks
"We're excited to be one of VMware's inaugural partners for AppDefense. Puppet Enterprise integrated with AppDefense enables security professionals to easily collaborate with operations teams to make security pervasive in the application development cycle, instead of the traditional practice of bolting security on at the end. This makes applications more resilient to attacks and enables DevOps practices to extend to security teams." - Nigel Kersten, chief technical strategist, Puppet
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VMware AppDefense is initially available today in the U.S. for customers using VMware vSphere 6.5. AppDefense is priced as a subscription at USD $500 MSRP per CPU per year. Visit http://cloud.vmware.com
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About VMware CloudVMware Cloud™ gives customers maximum flexibility to select the best cloud environment to deploy and run applications on any device, with the ability to leverage development platforms and building blocks for new applications -- while also maintaining consistent operations that help ensure the integrity of the entire IT portfolio. VMware Cloud provides the essential software foundation that delivers a common operating environment spanning on-premises data centers and leading public/managed clouds. VMware Cloud delivers the optimal environment for all applications: custom-built applications, packaged apps, virtualized, cloud-native and SaaS. VMware Cloud creates an ideal environment for building, testing and deploying production applications and is supported by a broad ecosystem of partners.
About VMwareVMware, a global leader in cloud infrastructure and business mobility, helps customers realize possibilities by accelerating their digital transformation journeys. With VMware solutions, organizations are improving business agility by modernizing data centers and integrating public clouds, driving innovation with modern apps, creating exceptional experiences by empowering the digital workspace, and safeguarding customer trust by transforming security. With 2016 revenue of $7.09 billion, VMware is headquartered in Palo Alto, CA and has over 500,000 customers and 75,000 partners worldwide.
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Disaster Unemployment Assistance in Ohio is a type of government relief program that helps those who have been directly affected by a natural disaster. While the Disaster Unemployment Assistance Program (DUA) is similar to the unemployment benefits program, it operates as a separate entity with different sources of funding and rules for qualifications. The U.S. Department of Labor institutes the DUA program and uses the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to manage the distribution of funds to each state's unemployment program. Therefore, the President of the United States must officially declare the event a disaster before the DUA program can go into effect. To learn more about Disaster Unemployment Assistance eligibility qualifications in Ohio, review the topics below.
Ohio Disaster Unemployment Assistance Eligibility
Eligibility for Disaster Unemployment Assistance in Ohio covers those who normally would not be qualified to receive unemployment compensation. Those applying for DUA coverage must have lost earnings or the ability to work because of the disaster. Eligible persons applying for Disaster Assistance in Ohio include:
- Those who no longer have employment because of the disaster.
- Those who cannot travel to work because they live in the disaster zone.
- Self-employed individuals who cannot conduct typical business because of the disaster.
- Those who cannot work because the place of employment has been damaged by the disaster.
- Those who have been injured by the disaster.
- Those who are now the heads of household because the former head of household has passed away due to the disaster.
Farm workers and owners can also apply for disaster assistance if their ability to farm has been disrupted by a disaster. Employees who work at a church or religious place of worship can also be covered by DUA, even though they would not regularly be eligible to be a part of the unemployment benefits program.
How to Apply for Disaster Unemployment Assistance in Ohio
The Disaster Unemployment Assistance application must be turned in within 30 days of the President declaring a disaster in your state. The exact method for how one can submit a DUA application will be announced by each state's agency for unemployment. In Ohio, the Department of Jobs and Family Services (ODJFS) manages unemployment benefits for all residents. In the event of an officially declared disaster, the ODJFS will instruct Ohio residents on how they may apply for DUA. Also, the nature of the disaster could affect the method of application. If many areas of the state are experiencing power outages or down telephone lines, applying online or by telephone may not be possible. In some cases, the ODJFS will announce certain locations where applicants can report to fill out their Ohio Disaster Unemployment applications if other forms of communication are not widely available.
Applicants can still receive Disaster Unemployment Assistance from Ohio even if they have been evacuated to a different state. Oftentimes, the state that has taken in evicted Ohio residents can provide help for filing for Disaster Assistance through the local employment agency.
When learning how to apply for disaster unemployment assistance, you must know how long your benefits can last. The disaster assistance period starts the full week following the President's declaration of the disaster. After you have submitted your application within the 30-day period and are accepted, you will have up to 26 weeks of DUA benefits. At the time of the disaster, the ODJFS will decide the benefits amount of each applicant. Details on how much each applicant may be entitled to will only be made available in the event of an actual disaster. However, federal law does dictate that each state must pay at least 50 percent of the average benefit amount in the state at the time.
Because of this, those who can apply for disaster unemployment assistance in Ohio or any other state in the nation will have to make sure they are not already eligible for regular unemployment benefits coverage. The DUA program is only for those who meet the eligibility criteria listed above and are not eligible for or already enrolled in the unemployment compensation program. If an applicant is eligible for unemployment benefits, he or she can apply for that type of benefits program, instead. These two programs must be applied for separately, as they have two different sources of funding. The DUA program in Ohio is funded by the federal government. The unemployment program is funded by taking a small portion of the wages of civilian non-federal employees.
The application for Ohio Disaster Unemployment Assistance will generally ask the applicant to provide personal and contact information, such as one's name, address and Social Security Number. The exact details about income and place of employment that applicants will need to divulge will be made clear by the ODJFS in the event of a disaster. Learn more about DUA application procedures by downloading our free guide.
Benefits From Disaster Unemployment Assistance in Ohio
The benefits received from the Ohio disaster unemployment program are considered cash benefits. This means that the funds received from the program can be used for any purpose. Other programs, such as the food assistance program, place restriction on what items beneficiaries can and cannot purchase with their government benefits. However, the DUA program does not place such restrictions on those who are eligible for support from the program.
Download our complimentary guide to read more about DUA benefits.
Ohio Job Services
What Job Services Does Ohio Provide to its Residents?
Ohio works to ensure its residents have help obtaining and retaining stable employment through its Department of Job and Family Services. Qualified residents can receive benefits such as Unemployment Insurance or partake in free training programs designed to improve employability. Additionally, qualified students can learn more about funding for higher education. Find out more about these services and how you can obtain them by reviewing our comprehensive guide today.
Who Can Receive Job Services in Ohio?
Job services in Ohio are available for residents throughout the state. However, in order to receive funds for education or for unemployment compensation, you will need to meet certain income requirements, among others. Additionally, you will need to fill out the appropriate forms in order to be considered for benefits. Find out the steps necessary in each application process and how you can qualify for benefits by reviewing our Ohio job services guide here.


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How to send money to Bosnia and Herzegovina
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Need to send money to Bosnia and Herzegovina? It doesn't have to be a complicated or expensive process. Whether making a bank transfer to support your sister's salon in Sarajevo or an online transfer to friends visiting the minarets of Mostar, sending an international money transfer to Bosnia and Herzegovina is quick and easy when you compare your options.
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How do international money transfers work?
An international money transfer allows you to send money to a recipient overseas. Generally, a transfer involves you providing funds to a bank or an independent transfer provider, which exchanges the money into your desired currency, and then sends the money to your recipient in another country — in this case, Bosnia and Herzegovina.
This can be done in person, over the phone, through a mobile app or online. You can use cash, a credit or debit card, or transfer funds from your bank account, which will then either be deposited into your recipient's bank account or mobile wallet, or made available as cash for them to pick up at a location in their country.
Banks versus money transfer companies
We use our banks to take care of all our other financial needs, so surely we should use them when we need to send an international money transfer, right? Not necessarily. While major U.S. banks offer money transfer services, they usually present less competitive exchange rates coupled with high transfer fees.
You can often save money by using the services of a dedicated money transfer company. These providers specialize in handling overseas money transfers, offering attractive exchange rates and affordable transfer fees. This translates to big savings for you.
Case Study: Emina send money to Bosnia and Herzegovina
After emigrating to the U.S. and becoming a successful doctor, Emina wants to send money to her family back in Bosnia and Herzegovina. She approaches her bank to make the transfer but quickly learns this is an expensive way to make an international money transfer. So she compares the services of two specialist money transfer providers.
|Money transfer service 1
|Money transfer service 2
|Exchange rate
|Transfer fee
|Amount received for $500
|Transfer time
|24 hours
|1 to 2 business days
|Transfer options
|Online, in person
As you can see, although money transfer service 1 offers a better exchange rate, money transfer service 2's lower transfer fee makes it the better deal. Weigh the transfer fee and exchange rate carefully to make sure you're getting the best deal.
Steps to send money to Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Register for an account with a provider, supplying your name, address, contact details, proof of ID and information about your selected payment method.
- Provide your recipient's name and contact information.
- Choose the amount of money you want to transfer.
- Complete your transaction and save any reference number you receive so that you can review the progress of your transfer.
How do I compare transfer companies when sending money to Bosnia and Herzegovina?
Here's how to make sure you get the best value when sending money to Bosnia and Herzegovina.
- Exchange rates. Some services offer a lower fee, while others offer a better exchange rate. The idea is to find the combination that gives you the best all-over deal.
- Pick-up methods. Money can be deposited directly into the recipient's account or the recipient can collect the funds in person at a designated pick-up point.
- Fees. Some services charge a transfer fee as well as a fee to convert your dollars into the local currency. Keep in mind that transfers to Bosnia and Herzegovina can be expensive.
- Turnaround time. Transfer time differs from service to service, but most guarantee delivery within two to three business days.
- Transfer methods. Most services facilitate transfers online, via telephone or in person at a branch.
- Transfer options. Ask whether you can schedule payments ahead of time or protect your transfer against market fluctuations with a limit order or forward contract.
- Minimum transfer amounts. Most money transfer services usually have a minimum amount you can send, usually between $10 and $50.
- Customer service. A good, reliable customer service department is essential. If you can't get the information you need from the reference or tracking number, customer service should be able to answer your questions.
Foreign exchange rates explained
The exchange rate determines how much one country's currency is worth in another currency. When a country's currency is strong, it will yield more money when exchanging it in a country with a weak currency. Bosnia and Herzegovina use the convertible mark as their currency. The exchange rate for Bosnia and Herzegovina is flexible, which means it can change from moment to moment. Factors that influence the exchange rate include interest rates, economic stability and inflation.
Currency exchange rate for Bosnia and Herzegovina
What are my options for sending money to Bosnia and Herzegovina from the U.S.?
- Bank transfers. Although it's the more expensive option, some major banks offer wire transfers to Bosnia and Herzegovina.
- Money transfer providers. Online providers like WorldFirst and WorldRemit can help you transfer money quickly and easily.
- Transfer companies with cash pickup. Providers like Western Union and MoneyGram offer this service — your recipient can sometimes pick up the cast within minutes.
- PayPal. You can send money abroad using your PayPal account.
Same-day cash transfers in Bosnia and Herzegovina
You might need to send an emergency cash transfer to Bosnia and Herzegovina — for example, if a friend traveling through the country loses their wallet. When you need to transfer funds urgently, your fastest possible transfer will often be your most expensive option. Carefully review the exchange rate and transfer fee against your needs so that you understand exactly how much it will cost you.
Tips for picking up cash in Bosnia and Herzegovina
Whether picking up funds in Bosnia and Herzegovina or anywhere else around the world, take a few simple safety precautions to prevent yourself becoming a target for thieves.
- Call ahead. Learn the company's business hours and choose a safe time to pick up your cash. Daylight hours are best.
- Bring a friend. Carrying money when alone can be dangerous. Ask a friend to come along.
- Deposit your money immediately. The likelihood of losing your money to theft or simple carelessness grows the longer you have it with you. Go straight to a bank and deposit your cash as soon as possible.
- Keep your cash hidden. Place your money in your purse or wallet before leaving the office. Carrying cash out in the open could make you a target.
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Feeing hot hot hot! I've really enjoyed the heatwave so far but now my birthday is done I'm starting to crave jumpers, drizzle and Christmas. Anyone else?
I made this stew as a bit of an antidote to the many pieces of BBQed meat we've had recently. Not that I'm complaining, but sometimes you just want something vegetabley. If you're a long time reader (cough, stalker) of my blog you'll realise I'm obsessed with butternut squash and love thinking of new ways to cook with it, so this was my go-to base for this yummy stew.
Chop your squash up BIG for best results and make sure you use a decent chorizo with a bit of character, not those bland ones. Beans wise I went for a tin of mixed taco beans from Tesco which come in a spiced sauce, but you can use any you like and just add more chopped tomatoes if needed. And obviously if you're veggie, leave out the chorizo!
Recipe after the jump!
Butternut Squash, Kale Bean and Chorizo Stew
Serves 3-4
- 1medium butternut squash
- 1 large onion
- 1 bell pepper (any colour, I used yellow)
- 1/3 ring of chorizo sausage
- Mixed beans
- 1/2 can chopped tomatoes
- 3-4 handfuls kale
- 1 clove garlic
- 2 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper or 1/2 a chilli
- Chicken or vegetable stock cube
- Olive oil for frying
- Preheat the oven to 150-180 degrees.
- Peel and chop the butternut squash into large ish chunks. I like to chop it with a bit of variety so you get some big bits and some small. Set to one side. Finely dice the onion and chop the pepper again into big ish chunks. Mince up your garlic.
- In a big ovenproof pan, soften the onion for a few minutes in the olive oil before adding the peppers. Next add the squash, turning it frequently for a good five mins or so on medium heat before adding the garlic. After a few mins add the beans, chopped tomatoes, cumin and cayenne and the chicken stock cube.
- Stir well and pop in the oven for 1-2 hours on 150-180 degrees until the squash has gone all soft and yummy.
- When ready to serve, chop and fry off the chorizo and add in with all of its delicious red oil, plus stir in the kale, this will cook immediately if the stew is hot.


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