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Brookdale Catalina Foothills
Contact Information3701 North Swan Road
Tucson, AZ 85718
Phone: (520) 299-7755
Fax: (520) 299-7827
County: Pima
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Allows pets
Care for the terminally ill
Trained for Alzheimer's, dementia, etc.
Care for bladder or bowel control problems
Plan, Prepare & Clean-Up Meals
Provides around the clock staff
For appointments, groceries, etc.
Can pay for care via Medicaid
About Brookdale Catalina Foothills
Set on beautifully landscaped grounds with an outdoor courtyard, lovely gardens and meandering trails, Emeritus at Catalina Foothills is one of Arizona's premier assisted living and memory care communities. Located in a scenic area close to the foothills with panoramic mountain views, our assisted living community offers 96 senior apartments on three floors. Here our residents, in many cases, with their pets; enjoy living in a warm, family-like atmosphere. Yet a helping hand from our warm, caring staff; many of whom have been with us years; is always close by.
Monthly Base Cost: $2,470
Overall Rating 4.1 / 5.0 ★★★★★
bill sylvis★★★★★ 9 months ago
Awesome place, great facilities and nice staff. We were visiting a friend there and everyone we meet was friendly and helpful They have a lot of activities and the place was spotless.
mason gamer★★★★★ 12 months ago
Great care home for assisted living and memory care. Plenty activities. Friendly caring staff
Krystine Eppley★★★★★ 11 months ago
Cami and the team at Foothills Place are great and they make everything feel seamless! So happy to be in business with you all!
Catherine Linta★★★★★ a year ago
I work in the senior industry. I have years of personal and professional experience. I know the only bad review was from a former employee that couldn't meet the new companies (Enlivant and the new Executive Director) standards and was let go. This was easily traced and this is why you don't want these people working with your loved ones.
keith condon★★★★★ 2 years ago
Very clean and welcoming environment. The staff is very professional and are always well informed about the patients. Highly recommended!!!
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- Emergency Response System
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- Library
- Patio / Courtyard
- Pet Friendly
- Resident Parking
- Security: Controlled Access Entry
- Security: Daily Check-in System
- Security: Secured Dementia Neighborhood
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- Private Bathrooms
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- Events designed for Memory Impaired
- Fitness Classes and Groups
- Live Entertainment
- Planned Social and Family Events
- Recreational Activities
- Religious Observances
- Individualized Care Plans
- Maintenance Service
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- Respite Care
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- Activities of Daily Living
- Beauty and/or Hair Care
- Incontinence Care
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- 24 Hour Staff
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At Cogzidel, we don't rest on our laurels. Everything is a constant work in progress. If you have enjoyed the potent power of DropInn, then you will definitely be astounded at the more advanced and streamlined version of the DropInn 1.6 – giving you enhanced performance using the latest in web technology.
With this latest drop, now you can do more and earn more with your very own marketplace. Here's a glimpse of the enhanced features if the new and significantly improved version of DropInn 1.6:
· Powerful Search Page and Filters – Be able to find the specific pages and listings you are looking for with lesser number of clicks. The DropInn 1.6 version comes with more search options and allows you to filter results based on more specific criteria.
· Street View of the Location – Now, you don't just have an ocular view of the accommodation options, but you can also get a 360 degrees view of the outside location – giving you all the relevant information you need to help you make decisions.
· Automatic Sync of Booking Calendar – Be able to update all your bookings in one central place and manage your calendar with more ease.
· Easy "Book Now" Option for Reservations – We're all for keeping things simple. Now it's easier and far more convenient to make reservations.
· Rating and Review System – With the enhanced rating and review system, you can get more comprehensive feedback from user reviews and assessment on the different vendors.
· Google Map Version 3 Integration – now comes with Latitude, so is easier to pinpoint locations and listings with better accuracy and precision. You also have the option of filter and search listings based on Google Map results.
· Google Translate Language Picker – be able to speak more language, which means broader market reach.
· 2Checkout Payment Integration – gives your clients more payment options with the integration of another equally popular and secure payment gateway.
Below are the new features and improvements made in Dropinn 1.6 – Premium Vacation Rental Script.
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- Flexible Pagination for the search page
- Image Slider in the Google Map pop up
- Social like Buttons in the Rooms detail page
- Contact Me Button to contact the Host
- Price Recommend Section in the Edit Price page
- Delete List option for Host
- Payout Preference Method
- Usable Transaction History page
- Recommend Section for users
- Users Public Profile
- PayPal Credit Card – Payment Gateway
- Easy Currency Convertor
- Fast language Translator
- Able to create and switch the template for front-end
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Stratus Aeronautics specializes in UAV development and applications.
We are solving commercial problems with practical Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV) solutions, an ability honed by years of experience. It's our people and partners behind the innovation, combined with advances in technology, that have turned these concepts into reality.
These UAV solutions are enhancing productivity, saving lives, conserving resources and reducing greenhouse gas emissions in the process. We are constantly bridging the gap between today's concepts and tomorrows's solutions.
Our UAV family is robust, stable, and deployable in remote and hostile conditions.
Magnetic surveys provide important information for the mining industry. Stratus Aeronautics has flown numerous magnetic surveys in different terrains.
Stratus Aeronautics has worked with Canadian Universities to develop UAVs, provide Aerial platforms and data for scientific research.
Stratus Aeronautics has or is developing a number of aerial platforms for current and future use. Our platforms include long range fixed wing, water-borne UAVs, multi-rotors and are able to carry many different kinds of payload.


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What Kinds of Insurance Jobs Can You Find at Free State?
Insurance adjuster jobs. Insurance agent jobs. Insurance claims jobs.
This is a mere sampling of the kinds of jobs we help insurance professionals find.
Take a look!
Workers' compensation insurance positions
- Workers' Compensation Manager
- Workers' Compensation Supervisor
- Workers' Compensation Adjuster
- Workers' Compensation Claim Assistant
- Workers' Compensation Bill Reviewer
- Workers' Compensation Bill Payer
- Workers' Compensation Nurse Case Manager – Field
- Workers' Compensation Nurse Case Manager – Telephonic
Property insurance positions
- Property Insurance Manager
- Property Insurance Supervisor
- Property Insurance Adjuster
- Property Insurance Claim Assistant
- Property Insurance Field Inspector
- Property Insurance Regional Field Coordinators
Automobile insurance positions
- Automobile Insurance Manager
- Automobile Insurance Supervisor
- Automobile Insurance Adjuster
- Automobile Insurance Claim Assistant
- Automobile Insurance Appraiser
General liability insurance positions
- General Liability Manager
- General Liability Supervisor
- General Liability Adjuster
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- Insurance Agent Jobs
- Customer Service Representative for Insurance
- Insurance Underwriter
- Insurance Claims Jobs
- Insurance Agency Manager
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Health and medical insurance positions
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- Health and Medical Insurance Examiner
- Health and Medical Insurance Claims Assistant
- Health and Medical Insurance Customer Service Representative
- Health and Medical Insurance Bill Reviewer
Clerical positions
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- Supervisor
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From them I learned a very interesting fact. On May 17, 2009, the people of Switzerland voted in favor of a constitutional amendment that supports the use of complementary medicine (CAM). A total of 67 percent of the population voted in favor. Thus Switzerland becomes the first country in Europe to set out in its constitution authority for the national government and its constituent states to take CAM into consideration in its health services. It is an astonishing victory and may set the model for other countries as well. I hope to go to Switzerland at some point in the future to see how this change is affecting medical care, particularly the treatment of cancer.
Monday, June 22, 2009
Swiss Move to Protect Right to Access Natural Health Care
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KXCI Community Radio: Giving Back To Our Community
At KXCI Community Radio, our deejays, staff, board and our members take pride in serving our community. It is with that pride that we share with you that during the months of October, November and December 2009, KXCI Community Radio aired 2,944 public service announcements at no cost for other non-profit organizations in our community.
This giving back by Community Radio had an estimated value more than $47,000. Additionally (but less quantifiably) KXCI also provides community service through interviews, special programs, our community calendar, by donating auction items and services, and in many other ways.
Announcements were aired for organizations running the gamut from the Community Food Bank, Luz Social Services and the Southern Arizona AIDS Foundation to the Tucson Arizona Boys Chorus, Tucson Kitchen Musicians Association and the Fox Tucson Theatre. For a complete list of non-profit organizations that received KXCI public service announcements in the past three months, please click on our PSA report (provided in Excel format):


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Food and Wine
Edmund A. Osterland, Master Sommelier is the principal at Osterland Enterprises a La Jolla based speaking business. He lectures to business people at conventions, retreats and cruise ships on all aspects of entertaining with food and wine.
While working on his M.A. in psychology, Mr. Osterland worked in the restaurant industry and became fascinated with food and wine. He decided to further his education at the Université de Bordeaux, where he spent four years receiving the esteemed (D.U.A.D.) Diplôme Universitaire D'Aptitude a la Dégustation des Vins. He went to London in 1972 and became the first of the current 96 U. S. Master Sommeliers. He also worked as head sommelier at Hôtel de la Poste in Beaune, France.
Eddie Osterland is the author of Wine & the Bottom Line, written for the National Restaurant Association. He served as wine editor for Restaurant Business Magazine for a decade and was the Director of Trade Education for the International Wine Center in New York City.
Audiences everywhere know him as funny, approachable and non-intimidating. His most popular keynote, "Power Entertaining with Wine & Food" gives the audience knowledge and skills they need to enjoy wine, and gives them the confidence to entertain impressively.
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OWATONNA, Minn., June 18, 2018 – Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation (SMIF) awarded $6,950 worth of paint from Ace Hardware to nine communities across the region through its Paint the Town program. This program is a partnership between SMIF and ten local Ace Hardware stores and is designed to engage volunteers and build collaborative efforts that beautify communities through painting community murals, welcome signs, or historic structures.
Nine projects received a total of 278 gallons of paint. The grant is awarded to projects that will have a visual impact, provide a public benefit to the community, and involve volunteer participation.
The 2018 Paint the Town Grant award recipients are:
- 25 gallons to Hayfield EDA for the Hayfield pool mural
- 38 gallons to Peterson Station Museum for their historic depot
- 10 gallons to the City of Nerstrand to paint the bandshell in City Park
- 9 gallons to the City of Bricelyn for an aquatic mural at the community swimming pool
- 50 gallons to Goodhue County Agricultural Society & Mechanics Institute to update historic buildings at the Goodhue County Fairgrounds
- 34 gallons to Canton Historical Society for interior restoration of the Canton Depot
- 15 gallons to Dodge County Historical Society for repainting of the 1885 Ashland Township School
- 77 gallons to Henderson Public Library for their "Steeple for the People" project, protecting and showcasing the historic structure's timeless beauty
- 20 gallons to Gopher-Hawkeye Power Association to paint a country schoolhouse near Kiester
"Paint the Town is a great way for communities to come together and have a sense of pride in their town," said Dave Neiman, owner of eight of the participating Ace Hardware Stores. "We are proud to be a partner in this effort, and a neighbor to many of the communities supported by this grant."
"Whether this grant is used to brighten a welcome sign, create a unique mural, or breathe new life into a historic building, it is amazing to see the impact that colorful paint can have on a town's presence," said Tim Penny, SMIF President and CEO. "We are pleased to once again have Ace Hardware as a partner in this program."
The projects are expected to be completed by December 1, 2018. The next round for Paint the Town Grants opens in winter 2019. For more information on SMIF's grant programs, contact Jennifer Heien, Grants Coordinator, at 507-214-7040 or email@example.com.


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There are good recruiters, there are bad recruiters and there are great recruiters. Great recruiters help you prep for your job interviews. Bad recruiters leave you hanging. Here are just some of the ways that a great recruiter can help you nail your next job interview.
These are just some of the things that make a great recruiter. What are some others?
Angelica Dudenhoefer is the Marketing Coordinator at Drake & Company, a staffing firm based in Madison, Wisconsin. Drake & Company specializes in temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct hire administrative, clerical and legal placements. Since 1978, Drake has reached beyond skills and qualifications to match candidate personalities with a company's culture. You can connect with Angelica by email or on LinkedIn and you can find Drake & Company on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Google+, Instagram and Pinterest.


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Miracle on Probability Street
Michael Shermer has a great piece in this month's Scientific American on probability and "miracles":
"Because I am often introduced as a 'professional skeptic,' people feel compelled to challenge me with stories about highly improbable events. The implication is that if I cannot offer a satisfactory natural explanation for that particular event, the general principle of supernaturalism is preserved. A common story is the one about having a dream or thought about the death of a friend or relative and then receiving a phone call five minutes later about the unexpected death of that very person.People believe in miracles because they want to believe in miracles...
I cannot always explain such specific incidents, but a principle of probability called the Law of Large Numbers shows that an event with a low probability of occurrence in a small number of trials has a high probability of occurrence in a large number of trials. Events with million-to-one odds happen 295 times a day in America.
In their delightful book Debunked! (Johns Hopkins University Press, 2004), CERN physicist Georges Charpak and University of Nice physicist Henri Broch show how the application of probability theory to such events is enlightening. In the case of death premonitions, suppose that you know of 10 people a year who die and that you think about each of those people once a year. One year contains 105,120 five-minute intervals during which you might think about each of the 10 people, a probability of one out of 10,512--certainly an improbable event. Yet there are 295 million Americans. Assume, for the sake of our calculation, that they think like you. That makes 1/10,512 X 295,000,000 = 28,063 people a year, or 77 people a day for whom this improbable premonition becomes probable. With the well-known cognitive phenomenon of confirmation bias firmly in force (where we notice the hits and ignore the misses in support of our favorite beliefs), if just a couple of these people recount their miraculous tales in a public forum (next on Oprah!), the paranormal seems vindicated. In fact, they are merely demonstrating the laws of probability writ large..."


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The black and white appearance of housing has become very closely associated with the Tudor period – arguably it is the most widely recognised architectural style – in the world?
Perhaps this is why the header image at the top of 'Tudor Stuff' shows such a building (actually it is the side of Anne Hathaway's cottage). As will be discussed on this blog at a later date, this association may not be completely accurate. However, in this post I decided to look at other features of period architecture.
In previous times, homes would burn wood on open fires in the middle of the house. The smoke from this was vented through an opening in the roof. Take a look at the picture at the top of this post – the Merchants house at Avoncroft museum. This house which was built in approximately 1558 did not have a chimney – note the opening on the left hand side of the roof.
As coal use became more widespread the need for chimneys to take away the increased smoke became necessary. Also, anyone who has ever tried to light a coal fire will know that the downdraft from the chimney is really important in getting the fire going.
At this time, a lot of land and property was passing from religious institutions to a new class of wealthy landowner. Many of these people built large houses and an important reason for these houses was to show off wealth and prestige. One way of doing this was to incorporate lots of chimneys into the design – coal was still relatively scarce & this was a way of demonstrating wealth.
Fire was an ever-present risk – especially amidst closely packed timber and thatched houses. Although some areas required people to have a bucket on standby, there was little in the way of fire fighting equipment or organisation.
In the long winters nights people would have gathered around the fire, partly for the warmth but also because this would have been one of the main sources of light.
A lot of superstitions grew up around fire – for example coals burning in a hollow heap is a sign that a parting is soon to occur. Cinders flying from the fire might mean a birth was to take place whereas in other areas it was the custom to spit on cinder – if it crackled this meant wealth was on the way.
Many of the chimneys in this period feature extravagant brickwork – brick making and layingbecame well recognised crafts during the Tudor period.
On big projects, bricks were made on site by specialist craftsmen. The bricks produced had a tendency to vary in size – necessitating quite thick layers of mortar to straighten things out.
In places bricks were deliberately discoloured to make elaborate patterns when laid – as can be seen in this example from Hampton Court.
If anyone knows of any good examples of Tudor structures & especially if there are any good pictures then please let me know – I would happily make some space on the blog for them.


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Netherlands: Ingrid Siliakus
Ingrid Siliakus, Amsterdam, Netherlands
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website: From Building to Card
I came in contact with Pop-up (also known as Origamic Architecture) 11 years ago when I saw a book by Masahiro Chatani. I was immediately taken by the beauty of these cards. Initially I only cut and folded cards from designs of Masahiro Chatani and Keiko Nakazawa. The urge to make designs myself was growing and after five years, I tried designing myself. My understanding have grown over the years and continue to grow each every day. The main attraction for me is that the card always looks nicer than one could ever imagine.
My work has been displayed and sold in The Netherlands and beyond. In 2001, it was displayed at the American Craft Museum in New York for four months along side work from Marivi Garrido, Takaaki Kihari, Masahiro Chatani and Keiko Nakazawa. Just last Spring I published From Building to Card, with original designs of famous buildings in The Netherlands and Belgium.
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Chapter 3: Beef from the Bull
Recently, I have been going to Dymocks bookshop to smell the books. The smell somehow has a relaxation effect on me like the effect of catnip to some of our feline friends. It feels good to be physically surrounded by books like I walk into a different kind of jungle and it feels like I am going to increase my geek level ten folds. Motivation, self improvement, health, sci fi, 'Hot Dudes Reading' are my favourite hangout section.
Probably it was because the word 'beef' caught my attention in the health section, I picked up a book called 'Sorting the beef from the bull' and had a look of its brief summary on the back of the book.
"Chicken eggs that haven't come from chicken, melamine in infant's milk in China, nut shells in spices – as our urban lifestyle takes us further and further away from our food sources…
Whether it's a matter of making a good quality oil stretch a bit further by adding a little extra 'something', or labelling a food falsely to appeal to current consumer needs…
The price to consumers may be even higher, with some paying for these crimes with their health and, in some cases, their lives."
As I read through these words, days of me making 'healthy' food choice based on packaging flashes before my eyes. I remember munching on fat free 'healthy' muffin for snack. All sorts of 'healthy' cereal like the one promises good energy level that I used to eat popping in my head like pop corns popping in the microwave. Low fat milk, fat free Soy and commercial fruit juice chain say hello in those flashes too.
Flashback to late November 2011.
I was at the peak of my weight. 94.8kg. I knew I had to do something about it. My first action was to stop drinking Protein shakes 3 times a day as a measure to cut calorie. Convincing myself to stop believe in those protein from the shake will help me to grow more muscles was hard as getting more muscular has always been a goal. "Protein builds muscle, right?" I asked myself. I would have to take a look at myself in the mirror to remind myself that "This is not how I want to look" to get me in the right mindset.
Second step. I turned to the mother of all cardio. Run. I made myself to run an hour at least twice a week. Friday night was one of time slot I dedicated to this routine because the gym was usually quieton friday evening. I struggled to run fast initially so I just keep my pace to 6 – 7km/hr. There was the time my tummy jiggles when I run. I hated that feeling. It was very uncomfortable and it made breathing harder like there is a blob in me stopping the air to go into my lung.
"Stop now. I know you don't like to feel your tummy jiggles"
"Look! You only run 5 minutes. You are tired. You won't make it an hour"
"They play a bad song. You will not get through this awful song on the treadmill"
The devil in me kept channelling these thought to stop me from keep going but I refused to give in. I kept counting down the seconds, minute after minute, until I finished the Cardio session. Week after week of consistent effort, I slowly progressed from 6km/hr pace to 11km/hr pace. Then, signs of shin splint start to appear. I had shin splint years ago so I knew I had to stop running. As a result, I turned to the stepmothers of Cardio before I let the shin splint ruin my life again. Stationary bike, Stairmaster and Cross trainer were the other options of my Cardio routine apart from running. As I get better with these cardio machines, I became obsessed with hitting higher calorie number on the calorie counter of the machine in every subsequent Cardio session. This ever increasing number was the one of the first little victories I had in this weight loss journey. It was sweet like chocolate without the chocolate. A taste I cherish as a then chocoholic.
Changes did not stop there.
On one occasion, I came upon an article about high sugar content in fruit juice and the health risks associated with overconsumption of fruit juice. Hence, no more fruit juices. On another occasion, I overheard a friend of mine talked about her not to eat anything artificial in her diet and reading food label is one of her habits to stop her from making bad food decision. Consequently, It led to obsessively looking at food label to check the ingredients. I would not buy the product if there is anything that I cannot spell or any ingredient labelled in numbers. In that way, I believed that I was eating as clean as possible within my control.
A week before New Year in 2012, I already had a new year resolution. It was "no burger, soft drink and potato chips for one year". I remember that I had my last meal burger combo meal 4 days before the New Year. I was looking at the burger, a can of Pepsi Max and a large bag of potato chip.
"This is it" I thought to myself.
Then, I devoured the meal.
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Oakland...not Auckland
January 1, 1970
by Spencer Pearman
Welcome to OAKLAND, CALIFORNIA!
Yes. That's right…Oakland…located in the Golden State of the United States of America, where the mainland's western most plains and mountains hug the nutrient-rich Pacific Ocean that stretches all the way west to Auckland, New Zealand, and beyond.
We have kiwis (the fruit) but stop short of nicknaming ourselves as such (…yes, I know the country I'm vaguely referring to takes their namesake from the kiwi bird, but bare with me). Besides, our fruit of choice in the Bay Area is the avocado, and being known world wide as "the avocados" would be…weird.
We hail the Oakland Raiders; though they don't wear All Black, they wear mostly black with some silver thrown in there for contrast (our fans are probably equally intimidating as those of the All Blacks Rubgy team, though…well, maybe not equally).
We're located in Northern California as opposed to the "North Island."
…I mean, the differences and similarities are aplenty, so I will spare your eyes and brain the task of reading them and spare myself the task of researching them.
OAKLAND, CALIFORNIA! Here we go…
~~A Brief History of Oakland~~
The most effective way of getting to know any place, foreign or domestic, is to know a little bit about the history. The City of Oakland – as it is known today – was formerly the Town of Oakland incorporated in 1852. Today, it is endearingly referred to as Oak-town or simply, The Town. The name comes from the groves of Redwood and Oak trees that thrived on the land before it was harvested to build the burgeoning city of San Francisco. It gained its prominence and popularity back in the first half of the 20th century as a large port city and continues to be the largest port in Northern California. Additionally, it served as a haven for those (a large percentage of which were African-Americans) escaping the oppressive tendencies of the southern United States and the promise of a new future in the Bay Area. Oakland has been the ground zero for much political activism, being the birthplace of the Black Panthers, a controversial activist group who preached the equality and opportunity for African-Americans under the law, community food programs for under privileged youth, and the "policing of police" who at the time would go unpunished for brutally attacking African-Americans in the 60s and today. Today, Oakland is the home of the Oakland Athletics MLB team, the Oakland Raiders NFL team, and our shining gem, the best team in the NBA – The Golden State Warriors (stay in Oakland, please…Curry soup anyone?…)!
In the past few decades, Oakland has changed direction from its industrial and crime-ridden past and placed its sights towards the future. It is well known for its practices of sustainable living and use of sustainable energy, being the hub for many new tech companies, restaurants, and farmer's markets, the latter of which incorporates and promotes "farm to table" living in which animals and animal products are produced ethically.
~~So…What's so Different About Oakland Anyway?~~
–First Friday – Oakland Art Murmur–
Probably the most eclectic gathering of people one will experience outside of New Orleans and Black Rock City, this monthly street festival (on the first Friday of every month) on Telegraph Road in Oakland stretches from West Grand Avenue all the way north up to 27th Street and is jammed full of food tents, art vendors, live art installations, live music, and all around good vibes. Off 25th Street going east towards Lake Merritt one will find a plethora of art galleries (that allow open containers) where you can meet the artist, buy some art, or just enjoy the creativity of those who call Oakland "home." Grab a drink at one of the many bars including Telegraph Beer Garden, Legionnaire, or The Stork Club – a dive bar where you can shed your worries of what you're wearing today, what you look like, and even what you smell like and simply enjoy some pool, arcade games, live music, cheap beer, and occasionally, a cabaret show. Head south on Telegraph just outside the road blocks to SpaceBurger and see another facet of Oakland. Low riders, heavy bass, trap music, and mean mugs, but don't be frightened, soak in the art form of the tricked out vehicle. From the old school to the new, the beauty of these rides would get Stevie Wonder's head to turn.
Not into art, live music, great food, and meeting new people? Exactly, who isn't? But if this is a little too slow paced for you (??) maybe you want to rent a bike for the night and experience the East Bay Bike Party.
–East Bay Bike Party–
This monthly event – usually on the second Friday of each month in and around Oakland – is easily the most fun I have ever had while living in Oakland for 3 years. Join the caravan of bicyclists as they light up the Oakland streets from destination to destination, playing the jams on what can only be described as "music bikes" (a testament to the ingenuity of Oakland, some riders have transformed their bikes into mobile boomboxes) or "party epicenters" as you explore hidden parks and parking lots in Oakland and partake in dance parties. From mountain bikers to bike store owners to commuters to tricked out bikers, to just people who happen to have bikes, you'll meet all types of Oak-town residents and see what it truly is to live Oaklandish. After a night dancing under the stars with new friends you'll be sold on moving here.
–Lake Merritt–
A sunny day (most common in Oakland), some new friends you just met at First Friday or the Bike Party, snacks, alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverages, music, and Lake Merritt. This is all you need. The next day you might as well sign your lease for an apartment and move in. Lake Merritt, is a beautiful, partially man-made lake that entertains the weekend visitor as well as the life-long Oaklander. The lake is, in fact the country's first wildlife refuge which was established back in 1870. This is my favorite natural part of Oakland. Take a jog around the 3.3 mile (5.5km) lake or just stroll and check out many of the neighboring restaurants and bars including Portal (excellent for brunch), Heart & Dagger (decently priced beer, arcade games, patio, and…of course…a pool table), Room 389 (café by day, bar by night), or the Ruby Room (dimly lit, rouge room with great music, cheap drinks, and…yes, pool).
If you're done with pool and beers – don't worry, it happens to the best of us – head to nearby Snow Park where you can lay out in the sun, throw the frisbee, people watch, or – if youre lucky – check out some great music by local DJs in the music collective Lowered Expectations. These talented young men offer great vibes, great tunes, and some BBQ if you're keen.
"All of this talk of music, buy where can I see some shows?!"
I'm glad you asked…
–The Fox Theater–
This venue has housed some amazing acts from all reaches of the musicsphere, from Kendrick Lamar to Gary Clark Jr. to String Cheese Incident to The Roots to Cage the Elephant to Prince, and everybody inbetween.
Make sure to check this website when you're in town, or just stroll to Telegraph and 18th and check the marquee yourself. This 2800-seat concert hall was originally a theater which opened in 1928, the decoration is vaguely ornate middle eastern, probably because it was going to originally going to be called "The Baghdad." Do not miss a show here if you have the chance, the intimate feeling of this smaller sized venue and the deco make it a truly special place to experience some great music.
"I've been running all over the Town, man, I'm hungry…where do I eat?"
In short…Burrito Express…in less short…see below…
~~Things to Put In Your Stomach~~
1.) The Home of Chicken and Waffles
Bring cash and an empty stomach to this staple of Oakland in Jack London Square where Broadway meets Embarcadero. Just as the name suggests, it would behoove you to try the amazing fried chicken with a waffle (or two) topped with perpetually melting butter and cinnamon maple syrup…yup…you read that right. Have it for breakfast and you won't need lunch, have it for lunch and you're set until the next day. Try the Dale's Choice – 8 homemade battered chicken tenders and 2 waffles – my personal favorite.
2.) Everett and Jones ("E and J")
This is the barbecue spot of Oakland, dangerously located right next to The Home of Chicken and Waffles. Check the walls for pictures of famous athletes, comedians, and actors who have already been blessed by E and J's angelic, yet devilish, cueing. Short ribs, sweet potatoes, wheat bread, and a sweet tea. Good morning. Good afternoon. Goodnight. zZzZzZz
3.) Shan Dong Chinese Restaurant
The best Chinese food you will ever eat is at this restaurant, but don't go on Monday. Spencer "did that, so hopefully you wouldn't have to go through that," – thanks Jay-Z. Yes, I have suffered the heartbreak and disappointed stomach for YOU! The reader. This place boasts dozens of amazing dishes and handrolled chow mein that you can delight in for $1 extra. "Must trys" include the Shandong Dumplings, Shandong Prawns, Shandong Chicken…damnit, just close your eyes and point and I guarantee you will be satisfied. You're welcome.
And now, a brief list of 5 bars to check out while in Oakland and their locations:
1. Lost and Found:
You were lost, but since you found this place you'll be okay. Telegraph Road and 20th Street. Amazing craft beers, cornhole, and ping pong.
2.) Trappist:
The place to go to try a variety of craft beers. Conviently located next to Tamarindo – spanish cuisine and tapas – go here on "Taco Tuesdays" where you can enjoy a nice beer and cheap tacos and huaraches next door.
3.) Era Art Bar
Spacious, great deco. West Grand Avenue and Broadway. Live music and Open Mics every Thursday. Local MCs, poets, musicians, and music lovers convene here. Oakland's finest.
4.) Café Van Kleef
Imagine if Picasso and Dalí and Steve Irwin had a child who took acid and had a really tippy dream, because…everything was trippier as a kid…Welcome to Café Van Kleef. Telegraph Road and 15th Street. The Greyhound is their specialty but so is the live music and seating. Enjoy!
5.) The Layover
I couldn't write an article about Oakland without adding this gem. Live spanish music nights, jazz nights, extensive alcohol collection, dancing, body heat, amazing memories. Franklin Street and 14th Street.
Okay guys and gals, I've properly laced you with your very own "Where to Start in Oakland," kit. Yes, this is just a starting point, the Town is as multifaceted as the finest diamond and about as much work has gone into making it as such. This is a city deeply rooted in fighting for self expression, peace, and freedom, keep this in mind as you stroll the various blocks appreciating the commissioned art on the side of buildings and side walks. I always tell people who ask "What's Oakland like," "If I were to make my ideal city, it would be Oakland." There's plenty I left out in this article, but half the fun of experiencing a new city is uncovering it for yourself, peeling back layer after layer of the Town and its inhabitants. I can't say much for Auckland, but I know Oakland has my heart, and I'm fortunate to call this place home.
Honorable Mention:
The New Parish – "People Party" (usually last Saturday of the month)
The New Parkway Theater – From cult movies to documentaries to the latest blockbusters…they play 'em…plus you can drink beers while you enjoy the cinematic adventure of your choice.
Chop Bar – The brunch you need after dancing all night at the People Party.
Portal – I don't know what else you need to energize you back up to 100% besides a Polenta Benedict and a Bloody Mary…
By Spencer Pearman
Spencer is a 26 year old from Oakland, California, currently nomading around South East Asia (specifically, Vietnam). He found himself in Asia after quitting his job of two and half years as a Drafter and Designer at a Solar Energy company and promising some friends he would come visit them in Thailand. Long story short, those friends moved to New Zealand and, subsequently, back to the States, and now here he is...writing for you and experiencing this world we all inhabit. He enjoys writing of all forms, music of most forms, and food of the delicious variety. You can follow his personal blog - This N.O.M.A.D. Blog here: www.thisnomadblog.com His Twitter: @thisisnomad ...and Instagram: @this_is_nomad Soundcloud: www.soundcloud.com/sp-the-nomad and HERE at Travelicious. Enjoy the ride!Read more at thisnomadblog.com
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CCP Games, best known for their immortal space MMO, EVE Online, announced today that they're cancelling their latest venture into the genre. They're shuttered World of Darkness, a game meant to be an MMO set in the Vampire: The Masquerade universe.
The announcement comes with a human cost as well. CCP's Atlanta office will lay off 56 employees, though many will be reportedly offered roles within the company.
CCP CEO Hilmar Veigar Petursson expressed his disappointment and heartache regarding the decision to shut down World of Darkness:
"The decision to end the World of Darkness MMO project is one of the hardest I've ever had to make," he said. "I have always loved and valued the idea of a sandbox experience set in that universe, and over the years I've watched the team passionately strive to make that possible... We dreamed of a game that would transport you completely into the sweeping fantasy of World of Darkness, but had to admit that our efforts were falling regretfully short. One day I hope we will make it up to you."
The game has been in development for years (since 2009), but in 2013, executive producer Chris McDonough admitted the game was still years away from launch. Few details have ever been revealed about the game, and it seems the project was just too much for CCP, judging by a sprawling development time and now this complete shutdown. CCP says that they'll be focusing on games within the EVE universe instead.
An MMO is without question one the hardest genres to find success in, both during and after production. The World of Darkness MMO may have been a good idea back when development first started, but sometimes games in the genre take so long to make, they find themselves constantly behind the times as production continues while the scene evolves. That requires costly reworks and readjustments, and in this case, it seems like they could never quite find their footing.
Vampire: The Masquerade certainly seems like an interesting universe for an MMO, and there are no major vampire-based games in the genre as far as I know. But like vampires in popular culture, MMOs are becoming more scarce. It used to be everyone was making them, but now after a few high profile missteps, the genre isn't as popular as it once was.
CCP has a great property in EVE, and the universe is full of unlimited potential when it comes to both MMOs and games across other genres. I have no doubt they'll continue producing great games, even if a vampire MMO isn't one of them.
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Hey, Johnny here.
As I'm sure you know, this site has always been about web hosting, web design and development.
So, why am I writing about a DIY home security system on my web hosting review site?
I think the recent developments in home security technology and the "internet of things" (IOT) are really cool.
In 2015, more homeowners are connecting and controlling devices in our homes. As part of this revolution, a new breed of home security companies has revolutionized home security (sorry, ADT). With that said, here's my review of FrontPoint's home security system:
Frontpoint Security System: What You Need to Know
Your family, property, and security are some of the most important things worth protecting. However, with crime rates in most areas increasing, providing the necessary protection can be a challenge – unless you have a high-quality and top-notch security system in place…
The market is currently inundated with security systems, but not each system operates alike. If you are truly looking for a home security system that is well worth the investment, then security systems offered by Frontpoint are the ideal solution. Below is an overview of the system's features, the advantages of the system, and any other relevant concerns.
About Frontpoint
Before investing in any product, especially one that you're going to use to protect your home and family, it is always helpful to understand the type of company that you are thinking of purchasing from. Frontpoint is relatively new to the business of home security.
The company was founded in 2007 by a group of home security experts, each of which wanted to implement what they thought would be revolutionary changes in the home security industry. Frontpoint's success relies heavily upon its ability to provide effective technology, high-quality customer service, and building consumer trust in the brand and in the system.
Three Main Security Equipment Packages to Choose From
When looking into Frontpoint security, you'll notice that there are three main security equipment packages to choose from.
- Standard Package: For an investment of $99 you can opt for the Standard Package. The standard package includes a wireless control panel that has a cell uplink, a wireless motion sensor, a keychain remote, a yard sign and five window decals, and two wireless door or window sensors.
- Enhanced Package: The Enhanced Package costs $164 and with this system, you'll get a standard control panel that includes a cell uplink, two wireless door or window sensors, a wireless motion sensor, a smoke and heat detector, a keychain remote, and yard signs and window decals.
- Lighting Package: The Lighting Package costs $199 and includes the most popular equipment form the Standard and Enhanced Packages, controls for two lights in your home.With this system, you get a wireless control panel with a cell uplink, two wireless window sensors, a motion sensor, two wireless light controls, a keychain remote, and a yardsign and five window decals.
Overall, while the cost of the security system itself will vary, these packages are one-time investments that you can purchase when you opt in to Frontpoint's security system. If your home is large or if it requires extra security precautions, then you may want to consider either the enhanced or light version. Below are many of the features that you can expect when investing in a Frontpoint Security system.
Home Automation Equipment
Frontpoint Security has many features, but one of the most convenient for any homeowner is the home automation system and equipment that the company provides.
A home automation system is a form of technology that allows you to remotely control everything that has to do with your home such as locks, doors, thermostat, lights, and so much more.
Those who join Frontpoint Security can control devices in their home via mobile phone, tablet or laptop. With the home automation system, you can not only ensure that your home is protected 24/7, but you can protect manage your home while you are away.
Geo Services
Geo services is a technology feature that not many home security companies provide their clients with.
Frontpoint is unique in this respect and it certainly pays off to take advantage of this feature. Geo services is a type of technology that allows you to improve your connection with your home. Through the system, you can create a "geofence" around the area of your home. This invisible area that you configure in Frontpoint's application is essentially an area that is designated as completely security.
If you or anything passes through the geo fence, then the security rules that you have in place will prevail. This type of setting is an optimal feature if you're looking to amp up and monitor the security of your home. A few of the most common settings that you can apply with the Geo Service include:
- Video recording
- Thermostat automation
- Alarm notification
Also, the geo services system and much of Frontpoint's applications are compatible with iOS and Android devices, so you regardless of what you have, you'll still be able to monitor and control your home's security.
Surveillance Options
Very few home security companies go to the length that Frontpoint does to protect your home. Most home security systems will only provide standard stand-still cameras to monitor your home while you're away.
Frontpoint goes above and beyond by providing cameras that have extremely useful capabilities such as pan-and-tilt. In addition, if you need security outside but within the parameters of your property, then Frontpoint has got you covered with their outdoor line of cameras.
Monitoring Packages
Diversity and a range of choices is always an advantage when choosing a home security system.
In addition to the equipment packages that Frontpoint has available, the company has three monitoring systems that you can choose from…
Each of these systems offer optimal protection, but the main difference between the three systems is that unlike Protection Monitoring, which is the simplest system, Interactive and Ultimate Monitoring provide you with instant alerts regarding fire and environmental threats.
You'll also have available a life-safety support system, professional monitoring that is in place 24/7, and many interactive features like light controls, remote access and control, email and text alerts, and crash and smash alerts. Overall, if you're looking for something more advanced than the basic Protection Monitoring plan, than Interactive and Ultimate Monitoring are prime choices.
Pricing and Risk
When choosing a home security system, one of the first properties that many individuals think of is the pricing structure – and rightly so.
Home security systems are an investment, but if you're going to put the money down, then you might as well do it at a company that you feel comfortable working with and that provides you with the features and capabilities that you are looking for in a home security system. You can expect the following in terms of Frontpoint's pricing:
- Three plans are available, starting at $34.99 per month and up to $49.99 per month
- There is a 30-day risk free trial involved – so if you aren't pleased with what you are getting, you can return it at no cost
Generally, while Frontpoint may seem a bit pricy compared to other home security systems, it is important to understand the reasoning behind the pricing structure.
Unlike other security systems which run on landlines or broadband, Frontpoint is a security system that is completely wireless through the use of cellular systems. With wireless technology, you're getting an optimal level of protection, which is well worth the slightly upgraded price. In addition, as mentioned above, the company offers a 30-day risk free trial. If you aren't satisfied, then you can return the equipment and get your money back free of charge.
After Installing Frontpoint
Frontpoint's security systems can be installed by either you or a professional. If you do choose the professional installation, there is a fee involved.
If you do decide to install Frontpoint, the company has another great feature and that is its constant security improvements. Essentially, Frontpoint is always upgrading its technology systems. For example, current customers that are using the company's Simon ST control panel are able to upgrade to the company's Qolsys' IQ Touch-Screen Control Panel, which provides them with the highly advanced home security technology.
Other than system upgrades, the company also works on updating equipment such as sensors, cameras, and so much more. Therefore, with Frontpoint, you can be certain that you're getting the latest and greatest when it comes to a security system.
The Disadvantages
As a whole, Frontpoint is the type of home security system that is a worthwhile investment. However, like all security systems, there are a number of disadvantages that you may want to be aware of.
- The equipment is not covered by a lifetime warranty. Instead, all equipment has a warranty period of three years
- If you choose to do it yourself, installing Frontpoint's security system on your own could be challenging if you have no DIY experience.
- The company has 28 complaints listed against it on the Better Business Bureau. However if you inquire, the company will send you a response and explain the circumstances
- FrontPoint is a relatively new company in the home security industry (founded 2007)
The Overall Recommendation
To sum it up – even if it doesn't score a perfect 10/10, Frontpoint is a quality security system and monitoring service that is worth investing in.
Generally, customers are very pleased with the level of service and security that the company provides. The regular upgrades, the high-quality equipment, the remote access, and the wireless technology make Frontpoint a security system that will protect your home at the best level possible.
In addition, nothing can beat the 30-day risk free trial that the company provides. Such flexibility and care for customers is unfounded within the industry, so it's best to take advantage of it while it is available.


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text: Hi! This is not exactly related to Debian, but it came up while talking to another girl about Debian Women. I've been thinking about this for a few days, and I'd like to receive comments or opinions from people here. Feel free to give me your opinion on any of the subjects below. I'm thinking of organizing a local (i.e. in Argentina) Free Software event, where all the speakers are women, and somehow try to advertise this event so that it's clear that it's specially oriented towards women, but obviously men will also be welcome at the event. Before you ask (this has been the most FAQ), yes, there are enough women in the region to hold such event. One of the conflicts that first came up when thinking about this event, is the name. Any descriptive names like "Women and Free Software" sound boring and not something that would bring too many people. Other "fun" names like "/bin/chicas" (chicas ~ chix) might not be too good to describe it either. So, what I've thought up to now (I'm still open for better suggestions) is to hold this event in the frame of the Ada Lovelace Day, which would take care of the name, and -I think- would also scare some trolls away. But unfortunately does not convey the "Free" software idea. Another conflict that came to my mind was about the content. At the first moment, I had though it'd be nice to have a very tech oriented event, with very high levels in the contents of the talks, to show that women are as capable as men on delivering good technical content. But then, after thinking more about it, I came to realize that if we want to reach out to women that aren't yet involved in Free Software, we might need to include some introductory talks as well, and thus I'm not certain any more of what kind of event it would be. And finally, I've been thinking about getting sponsors for the event, since it'd be nice to be able to pay the travel costs for women that live in different cities, but then I came to realize that this event might not be as appealing to common sponsors as the normal Free Software events, and thus I wonder how I should approach them, or if I should try to approach different sponsors than the common Free Software ones. Well that's it, I'd be delighted to hear your opinions about all this. -- Besos, Marga


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Choosing a Domain name
Over the next few weeks I will be posting a few blogs for SEO (search engine optimisation) to give you tips and good advice on all matters relating to getting the right keywords for your web site all the way to making sure you have a fit and healthy web site that is Google and web friendly.
SEO in a nut shell: SEO is the way you make your web site found on the web whether it is from being on page 1 of Google for a pacific keyword or being recommended by another highly rated web site. It all boils down generating traffic to your site and ensuring the visitor does what he/she is meant to.
I think I will stick to the beginning and that means choosing your domain name this is the address to your site e.g. www.yourname.com . People really underestimate the importance this has to SEO to me it is as important as a good well built site.
When I get a client I find out what their business is for and get a better understanding of the potential clients that will want their service. I ask myself what would I type into Google and write down the first five phrases that come in to my head.
For example say I was approached by a graphic designer in London and she wanted a name that was easy to remember and will help in any way for doing well in Google.
Firstly I would use the Google keyword tool and type a few phrases
I would then look for the phrase that has the highest monthly searches in this case it is graphic design London.
I would then check out the competition to see whether it is a key phrase worth going for i.e. for that keyword the competition may be too much and unless your client is willing to chuck buckets of money at you.
You want a keyword domain name that is heavily searched and easy to roll off the tongue for example you pass someone that you know would benefit from your site when you try and say your site name it needs to be catchy like webdesignerslondon.co but when I use to have to say creative web [hyphen] design .com it becomes a right pain (I know)
I would then go to a domain checker like Godaddy and put my phrase in the search and see what comes up. Or you can try our domain checker.
If it is not available then I start typing the words slightly different e.g. London graphic designer or maybe graphic design in London try these in (.com .co.uk .co .net) usually I find perseverance does pay off in the end (fingers crossed). Hopefully you find one that matches all your needs then register you name. Please note when registering your name pay for 24 months or longer Google will behave kinder shall we say then if it was less than a year to expire……HAPPY HUNTING!


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12th June 2018. These in depth articles by Ilangovan Rajasekaran were carried as a cover story in Frontline magazine, 22nd June print edition.
The first covers the myriad police violations of 22nd May in Thoothukudi, including attempts to split the movement prior to the protest, and torture of youth after the fatal shootings. The second details the plight of Thoothukudi's fishermen whose seas have been rendered barren due to pollution.
Gunning down a protest
The police open fire, in a "stage-managed" riot situation, on people protesting against the Sterlite copper smelter plant in Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu. The death of 13 people and the grievous injuries suffered by many have only strengthened the residents' resolve to fight against industries that threaten lives and livelihoods.
On the morning of May 22, Vanitha stood at the doorstep of her one-room house in Lion's Town, a fishermen's locality in Thoothukudi town in southern Tamil Nadu, and caught sight of her daughter waving to her from the street corner. The 18-year-old "darling" of her parents and two elder brothers was on her way to the Our Lady of Snows Basilica nearby. Residents had been asked to assemble there to participate in a rally to mark the 100th day of the "anti-Sterlite struggle".
Continue reading 'Gunning down a protest' and 'Sense of betrayal': Frontline on Sterlite's Thoothukudi massacre


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Heat oven to 350°F.Melt the butter in a small sauté pan over low heat, add the chopped bell pepper and onion, cook slowly until softened, about 3 minutes. Turn off heat and allow to cool. Set-aside.
Gently mix the crab, smoked salmon, cooled pepper/onion mixture and green onions in a large bowl.Mix the cheeses together.
Spray the bottom of a 9-inch pie dish or individual casserole dishes. Layer the bottom with the cheese (divide evenly if making individual servings); top with crab/salmon mixture. Whisk the eggs with the half and half, add the dill, tarragon, Old Bay and salt and pepper. Gently pour over the top of your fillings, making sure to cover them evenly. Place in the middle of the hot oven and cook, 45-50 minutes if using a standard pie dish, or 25-30 minutes if making smaller individual portions. The quiche should be set, but with just a bit of wiggle left in the middle. Let sit for 5 - 10 minutes before serving.
This recipe for Crab and Smoked Salmon Crustless Quiche is perfect for a Sunday Brunch, or lunch, or even an everyday dinner. The combination of fresh lump meat crab, flaked along with smoked salmon, mild cheese and the eggy creamy custard speckled with green onion and red bell pepper, well, it's almost like eating a crab cake…but not.
A quiche is perfect for any meal
When looking for crab meat, fresh is always best. If using canned crab, be sure to look for a good quality one in the refrigerated section of your store or fish market. PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE do not buy one of those cans that they sell next to the tuna fish on the grocery store shelf. THAT crab has no texture, it has no flavor, it is useless. It does not belong in your food or your mouth. Well, perhaps unless you are making a crab salad for a sandwich, in which case, go ahead and mix that mayo in and spread it on. It might be good enough for that.
The smoked salmon needs to be "hot" smoked and preferably wild caught. Do not use what is commonly called "lox" or cold cured salmon. This is great on bagels with cream cheese, but not perfect for this dish. You really want to have a slightly oily flaky salmon in Crab and Smoked Salmon Crustless Quiche.
Wanting to watch the calories in the dish, I omitted the crust. I find that I don't miss it all that much. If you want to have a crust, go ahead. Blind bake it first, then add the fillings and proceed. If you crust it, you will add another 120 calories and about 8 grams of fat, and it will go from being gluten-free to being not gluten-free but these are decisions for you to make for yourself.
Without the crust, but with cheese. Yes. Nice oozy gooey rich flavorful cheese. Actually, I used some fairly mild, highly meltable cheeses, Havarti, fontina, and gouda. As always, you can change the cheese to whatever you like, just keep the ratio the same, 8 ounces (by weight) cheese, 6 large eggs, to 1 cup cream, or in my case, half and half. And because my mind was thinking "Crab Cakes" when I came up with this recipe, I added sautéed onion and red pepper, along with fresh green onion, dill weed, tarragon and Old Bay Seasoning, classic crab cake fare.
I made these quiches in smaller casserole dishes, so my cooking time was cut to only 30 minutes. If you use a larger pie dish, then probably be closer to 45-50 minutes to cook through. This quiche freezes beautifully so after we ate our fill, I cut the remaining quiche into serving portions, wrapped them in plastic wrap and put them into the freezer for a grab and go lunch option. Let the quiche thaw in the refrigerator and come lunchtime, just zap it for a minute in the microwave and add a green salad. Easy peasy!
LindySez: As we were enjoying this as Sunday Brunch, we also enjoyed it with some Sparkling wine, this time an actual and real Champagne, Phillippe Fourier 100% Pinot Noir Rose that my hubby snagged for a song from Wines Til Sold Out. A fantastic off-dry sparkler that went perfectly with the dish. I mean really, rose and smoked salmon? How can you go wrong?
Fantastic dish…'cuz it's all the flavor of quiche and half the calories since it is crustless!
nice job Lindysez!
This sounds fantastic. Crustless quiche is such a great way to lighten up a dish and still have it taste fantastic. And thanks for the specifics on the seafood ingredients!
This looks fantastic. My OH is a salmon fanatic. He's going to go crazy for this one!
Yum! I'm about to get back into eating low carb and this will be perfect!
I love everything about this.
Firstly – crab and smoked salmon – YUM!!!
Secondly – Crustless – Nothing to go soggy in the lunch box
Thirdly – posh enough to serve for company
I am sure there is more. But seriously YES!!!!
I am a BIG fan of quiches – not going to lie I do prefer a crust but I think I could forgive the lack of pastry for a quiche filled with such lovely seafood. Great recipe!
Question: May I substitute fresh wild caught sockeye (North Pacific)?
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The Definitives
Appreciations and critical essays on great cinema
- Director
- Spike Lee
- Cast
- Damon Wayans, Savion Glover, Jada Pinkett Smith, Tommy Davidson, Michael Rapaport, Mos Def, Thomas Jefferson Byrd, Paul Mooney
- Rated
- Runtime
- 136 min.
- Release Date
- 10/06/2000
In both intention and meaning, Spike Lee's Bamboozled begs the question: When does artistic representation stop being a creative force and become destructive? In the past, the prime text for this discussion has fallen on the extreme example of Leni Riefenstahl's documentary Triumph of the Will, and whether her piece of Nazi propaganda nullifies its credibility as a work of superbly crafted art because it originated in support of a fascist regime. Lee's picture, released in 2000 to divisive assessments from both critics and audiences, sets a new, certainly less extreme precedent for this discussion. Bamboozled concerns the representation of African Americans in the media, which Lee deems harmful, but to a greater extent, the film explores how the media shapes our cultural identities. To illustrate the dangers of the media using such representations without due consideration of their potential intellectual and cultural influences, Lee dreamt up a controversial satire wherein a provocative new cable television variety show—called Mantan: The New Millennium Minstrel Show—featuring both black and white actors performing in blackface, becomes a pop-culture phenomenon.
Bamboozled is a satire wrapped in irony, with more satire piled on for good measure. Sifting through the influx of fast-paced stimuli, the director's self-referential and self-critical humor, and the packed layers of satire proved a challenge for many. Some critics, notably Roger Ebert, found the image of blackface alone so offensive that, despite it being used in a satiric format, he wrote in his review that he "had a struggle" to see beyond the image itself to find the satirical purpose underneath. "To ridicule something, you have to show it," Ebert wrote. "And if what you're attacking is a potent enough image, the image retains its negative power no matter what you want to say about it." Critics other than Ebert called Lee's approach to the material "unfocused" and "heavy-handed" and deemed it an "intriguing failure." The message of the film, although interpreted as a commentary on race in the media, was often misunderstood. Writing in the New York Observer, Andrew Sarris missed the sweeping commentary in Lee's film and speculated, "If Mr. Lee meant to bring back blackface entertainment as a metaphor for the current black performers he finds obnoxious, he has miscalculated." Only a rare few judged Bamboozled to be one of Spike Lee's very best and most thought-provoking pictures.
Bamboozled follows Pierre Delacroix (Damon Wayans), a Harvard graduate with a forced, inflected accent of superiority with which, in traditional film noir fashion (specifically Sunset Boulevard), he narrates the tale of his own demise. The sole black television writer for cable network CNS, Delacroix has been reprimanded for writing material that is "too white" and therefore charged—by his white, heavy Ebonics-speaking boss Dunwitty (Michael Rapaport), who says "I'm blacker than you"—with creating a new show that represents the racier side of race. In retaliation, Delacroix dreams up Mantan: The New Millennium Minstrel Show. Along with his assistant Sloan (Jada Pinkett Smith), he hires two homeless street performers, Manray (Savion Glover, from Bring in 'Da Noise, Bring in 'Da Funk) and Womack (Tommy Davidson), as his stars. Delacroix renames them "Mantan" and "Sleep-and-Eat," after black vaudevillian actors Mantan Moreland and Willie Best, and insists that the show's all-black cast perform in blackface. Aside from Manray's tap dancing, Mantan will feature a litany of racist imagery, including pickaninnies, Aunt Jemimas, Sambos, and watermelon patches. Content notwithstanding, Manray and Womack just want to perform despite some initial objections. After all, Delacroix knows no one in their right mind would approve such an over-the-top racist and politically incorrect program.
But, in hoping to make a point about how the white public only wants to see black people portrayed as buffoons, Delacroix's hypothesis ironically proves true when instead of rejecting Mantan, CNS executives, critics, and soon audiences embrace the show. When it's picked up, Delacroix can say nothing except, "There must be some mistake." In fact, Dunwitty, along with his blond-haired, Swedish-born director Jukka Laks (Jani Blom), insists on injecting "funnier" material—comedy even more offensive than Delacroix conceived. A gaggle of white writers who embrace black stereotypes all too much carry the material even further. Before long, Mantan has top ratings and race-unspecific live audiences who show their affection for their favorite show by wearing blackface. As the creator of "the newest sensation across the nation," Delacroix's fame is boundless, yet he cannot control his "Frankenstein's monster" creation. Not unlike Max Bialystock in The Producers—the Jewish stage producer whose intended failure, the Nazi-themed musical Springtime for Hitler, becomes a sensation—Delacroix's guaranteed failure becomes a hit at considerable personal expense. However, he's not above enjoying the spoils of his efforts most opportunistically, accepting awards for his writing and becoming what he calls "Hollywood's favorite Negro."
With Delacroix's love of success and gradual defense of his show, he begins to shield the racist images and discount their power as modes of strengthening a white supremacist worldview through negative African American stereotypes. He adopts a "just go with it" attitude and concerns himself more with the humor and sensationalism of the show. Sloan argues that he cannot afford to deceive himself into ignoring their history as if it doesn't matter, as it's a form of soul-crushing self-hatred. At one point, Delacroix dismisses the significance of racialized slavery, which he claims ended "400 years ago," as insignificant in the modern world. "We need to stop thinking that way, stop crying over 'the white man this, the white man that… This is the new millennium, and we must join in." Sloan refuses to forget, soberly reminding Delacroix, Manray, and Womack about the history of such imagery by showing them clips from The Birth of a Nation (1915), The Jazz Singer (1927), Gone with the Wind (1939), Holiday Inn (1942), Ub Iwerks' cartoon Little Black Sambo (1935), the "Merrie Melodies" short All This and Rabbit Stew (1941), and the sitcom Amos 'n Andy (1951-1953). The list goes on and on. Later in the film, Sloan gives Delacroix a toy from the turn of the twentieth century called a "Jolly Nigger Bank" to remind him "of a time in our history in this country when [African Americans] were considered inferior, subhuman, and we should never forget that." Sloan wants Delacroix, who is so filled with self-hatred that he has changed his name from Peerless Dothan to the more "white-sounding" Pierre Delacroix, to look at the toy and ask, "Whose puppet are you?"
Sloan is Delacroix's conscience and, therefore, the moral center of Bamboozled. She's suspicious of Mantan from the start, and questions any representation that could become a form of minstrelsy or contain racist overtones. Lee's greater argument in the film is how blackness itself has become a pop-culture gimmick and warns of the dangers of falling prey to this sales pitch. Consider Sloan's critical attitude toward her brother (Mos Def), a rapper nicknamed "Big Black Africa," and his black-obsessed radical outfit called the Mau Maus, named after the Kenya uprising. They wear all black and produce a new album called "The Black Album," but they also support detrimental stereotypes by drinking 64 oz. malt liquor called "Da Bomb" and wearing "Timmy Hillnigger" fashions—two products which Lee's film presents in faux commercials that demonstrate a modern form of stereotyping evident in advertising and media. Lee argues that the popularization of African Americans in pop-culture has resulted in "blackness" having a new set of cultural signifiers, which is another, somehow socially acceptable form of racism. Saying "I'm black" no longer refers to race or color; blackness has become less a cultural identity and more a pop-culture phenomenon. When the Mau Maus are shot down by the police in the third act of the film, the sole white member remains standing, shouting in desperation, "Why didn't you shoot me too? I'm black!"
In spite of the harm Mantan and programs or advertisements like it causes, Bamboozled contains several scenes in which not just whites but members of many races find the minstrel show funny. Just like countless Tyler Perry movies, In Living Color (as referenced in the film and, curiously enough, in which Wayans and Davidson used to star), or the oft-scandalous Chappelle's Show, Mantan loses its satiric intent by reinforcing African American stereotypes. In the case of Chappelle's Show, Comedy Central's sketch-comedy hit, the show's trajectory mirrored Bamboozled when it famously ended at its height after star Dave Chappelle left the production, questioning if his show was making fun of stereotypes or reinforcing them. In the cases of both Delacroix and Chappelle, when they embrace their respective shows' racial material, they both forget that such racist presumptions about African Americans exist and conveniently ignore that fact for the sake of humor and entertainment. Anything to "feed the idiot box," as Delacroix reminds himself. Harsher critics of Bamboozled might argue that Lee engages in the same irresponsible form of representation in his film; however, Bamboozled is not a pure comedy for the masses. It recycles what is appealing about minstrel shows—such as the talent required to carry out "coon" routines, as they're referred to—and through them represents and opens up a discussion about their dangers in the film's violent third act.
As a satire, Bamboozled exists in the same world as Elia Kazan's A Face in the Crowd (1957) and Sidney Lumet's Network (1976), both examples about an unbelievable cultural phenomenon that sweeps through America like a plague. The ignorant masses eat up the absurd, whereas a few characters in the picture see the extent of what they've done. Womack, who went along with Mantan to get off the street and earn some money, finally leaves the show: "It's the same bullshit," he says, "Just done over." When Manray too realizes the extent of what he's done by "This buck dancing, this blackface shit," he makes his way to the stage free of blackface and announces, "Cousins, I want you to go to your window, yell out, scream with all the life you can muster up inside your bruised and battered and assaulted bodies, 'I'm sick and tired of niggers and I'm not gonna take it anymore!'" This clear nod to Peter Finch's pronouncement in Network, "I'm mad as hell, and I'm not going to take this anymore!" implies that minstrelsy allows the audience to take pleasure in white-comforting racial stereotypes which by extension assumes the inferiority of another race of human beings and denies their equal share of humanity. But it's also this moment where Bamboozled forgoes sending up these images and routines and transforms itself into a powerful melodrama.
Had Bamboozled only represented the outrageous and absurdly comic success of Mantan: The New Millennium Minstrel Show, Lee's goal with the film may have been more confused, and the film's harsher critics justified. But mid-film he takes a stark tonal shift from satire into melodramatic stakes, a turn which often loses viewers who begin to feel at odds with the no-longer-funny material. After making his speech, Manray is kidnapped by the Mau Maus and executed on live television, a broadcast no one can look away from. Delacroix and the Mau Maus meet similarly violent ends. Lee's rather classical approach here, harkening back to film noir again, punishes the wicked for their misdeeds in perpetuating racist stereotypes. The ruthless violence with which he excises the film's evildoers who have contributed to demeaning minstrel images is grandiose and arguably excessive, but nothing about Bamboozled is anything less than heightened, and the punishment in this context seems fitting for the crime. As Delacroix observes after he's shot in the gut by Sloan (an action for which he immediately forgives by telling her "It's okay," as if he now recognizes why he must die), "As I bled to death, as my very life oozed out of me, all I could think of was something the great Negro James Baldwin had written. 'People pay for what they do and still more for what they have allowed themselves to become, and they pay for it very simply by the lives they lead.'" By conforming to pop-culture demands, Delacroix bamboozled himself into carrying on harmful traditions by his distancing himself from his own race and refusing to acknowledge the power of the imagery he resolved to employ.
Until now, this essay has reflected on the meaning and intention of Bamboozled, but let's pause for a moment to mention Lee's methods. Shot fast on cheap, consumer-grade digital cameras in a period before digital was the industry standard, Lee and cinematographer Ellen Kuras saturated the Bamboozled set with multiple cameras for maximum coverage, which in turn reduced this low-budget production's cost to $10 million. The approach is most evident through Sam Pollard's kinetic editing, a style that often repeats a particular moment two or three times for emphasis. Extreme low angles, conversely muted and color-saturated palettes, and a pointedly digital look give the entire film the suspicious quality of home-movie reality. And yet, the exaggerated situations and performances (most expressly Wayans and Rapaport), present a juxtaposition that forces the viewer to think about how Bamboozled is a reflection of today's representations of African Americans in entertainment and advertising. All the while, the forlorn music by Terence Blanchard imbues the material with weighty, melodramatic implications far removed from satire alone.
Bamboozled houses a passionate investigation into the issues presented, provoking an outbreak of responses ranging from outrage to laughter, empathy to sadness, anger to acknowledgment. Though a controversial choice, Lee allows his audience to experience first-hand the appealing nature and humor derived from minstrel acts, and through his investigation demands that his audience reflects on the consequences of such representations of race. Just as Delacroix intended for Mantan, Lee wants to offend; he argues that if you're offended or questioning the material, there's something very wrong. Lee told Cineaste in a 2001 interview, "I want people to think about the power of images, not just in terms of race, but how imagery is used, what sort of social impact it has… I want them to see how films and television have… produced and perpetuated distorted images… and a lot of that madness is still with us today." Although no certainty or universality will ever be reached about what representations should be considered "politically correct" or how far is going too far, discussion about these issues are crucial to understanding our feelings on the subject. If Lee's only intent on Bamboozled was to ignite fiery discussions about race representation in entertainment, then his film is a rousing success as both art and glaring commentary.
Flory, Dan. "Bamboozled: Philosophy through Blackface." The Philosophy of Spike Lee. Ed. Mark T. Conard. Lexington: The University Press of Kentucky, 2011.
Ebert, Roger. "Bamboozled Movie Review & Film Summary." RogerEbert.com. October 6, 2000.
Sterritt, David. Spike Lee's America. Cambridge: Polity Press, 2013.


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In June we're going to the home of sea-rising volcanos and marvel jungels; Bali. Known for it's deep-rooted spirituality and natural charms, this Tokyo-sized island is a dear and familiar stop for remote workers all over the world. For those who haven't been, Bali is rich in every possible way. Culture, sights, and endless beaches. We're absolutely thrilled about going back to Cangguu where it's all about boutique and unique; far enough away from the crowd, yet close enough to Bali's wonders. It's all about embracing the unknown, exploring a vibrant culture, and sharing knowledge, know-how, and stories with likeminded entrepreneurs. Welcome to Bali!
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Sabudana:1 cup(soak in water for 2 hrs,drain the water and squeeze excess water)
Potato:2 medium(boiled,peeled n mashed)
Green Chilles:Acc to taste(finely chopped/paste)
Chopped Coriander leaves:3 spns
Ginger Garlic paste:1 spn
Salt:Acc to Taste
Garam Masala Pwd:1/4 spn
Chilli Pwd:1/2 spn
Onion:1 medium Optional(Finely Chopped)
Oil:For Deep FryingProcedure:
1.Mix all the above ingridents except oil into chapathi like consistency dough.
2.Pour oil into a pan for deep frying.
3.Make small balls from the mixed dough and press it into small flat rounds and fry them in the
oil till they turn into golden brown color.
4.Place them over tissue paper this helps to remove the excess oil if any.
5.Serve them hot with tomato ketchup.
Sharing this easy n tasty recipe for a Side Dish event at Simple Indian Food-An Easy cooking blog and Sunday Snacks - Chaats/Indian Street Food.
This dish can be served with hot white rice too jst as we serve papads in the meals.This would be a good side dish.
Thanks to Vasavi(My Hubby's Cousin sis) for sharing your recipe with me.
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Olean General's Obstetrical Unit and Nursery expansion will enhance comfort and efficiency
Posted on: 04/22/2010
Olean General Hospital has begun a significant renovation project in the fourth-floor Obstetrical Unit and Nursery to make mothers and newborn babies more comfortable, and allow staff to perform their clinical duties with greater efficiency.
For many families the Obstetrical Unit and Nursery is their first experience at Olean General Hospital. Although patient satisfaction scores are at 99 percent, it's become time to update the unit that was last renovated in 1991. Since then, nearly 15,000 babies have been born in the unit, said hospital officials.
"The renovation is needed because during a high census period our nursery space is not adequate. Our patient volumes have increased dramatically over the past five years. Sometimes it's been difficult to complete special testing procedures in the nursery due to lack of space," said Mary Beyth, RN, Nurse Manager for the Obstetrical Unit and Nursery.
The three-phase project, expected to cost $750,000, is scheduled to be completed by the end of July, said Joseph Gaughn, Director of Facilities Services.
The project's first phase will involve tripling the size of the 14-bed nursery to 600 square feet, and adding a new waiting room with a refreshment station, Mr. Gaughn said.
The expanded nursery will be able to accommodate higher volumes and offer more space for special procedures such as hearing testing, said Mrs. Beyth.
"The project's second phase will bring an updated nurses' station so staff can perform their clinical tasks more efficiently," said Mrs. Beyth.
The final project phase will focus on the 14 postpartum rooms for mothers.
"These rooms will get new patient beds, furniture and oak-trimmed bassinets. Olean General Hospital also is looking to make the postpartum rooms more accommodating for visitors. We want to make these rooms more family-friendly, including having each one equipped with sleep chairs so family members can visit newborn mothers," said Mrs. Beyth.
Additional upgrades will involve having new finishes added to the patient rooms and corridors to coordinate with the interior design of the rest of the hospital," Mrs. Beyth noted.
In support of the project, "The 2009 Employee Campaign set records in both the number of employees contributing and the amount raised. Last year, 377 employees participated, a 21 percent increase over the previous year's record participation of 311 employees," said Olean General Hospital Foundation President Karen Fohl, who's also Vice President of Institutional Advancement at Olean General Hospital.
"This OB renovation project is something the employees feel passionate about, therefore participation was very high in the campaign. It raised $70,000, an increase of more than 24 percent over the $56,276 raised the previous year," Mrs. Fohl said.
Meanwhile, "We are currently in the midst of a community Capital Campaign to support this project because it's for the babies. It is our hope that donors will consider making gifts for Mother's Day in honor or memory of their mothers this year. In recognition and appreciation, the Foundation will gladly send a special card to the mother being honored in this special way," added Mrs. Fohl.
The Foundation is a not-for-profit organization which raises funds to financially support Olean General Hospital's mission of providing high-quality, cost-effective healthcare to those in the communities it serves.
For more information or to make a donation to the Foundation's Capital Campaign, which is raising funds for the expansion and renovation of the Obstetrical Unit and Nursery, call 375-7445, mail a gift to OGH Foundation at 515 Main St. Olean, NY 14760, or go online at www.ogh.org.
Olean General Hospital was founded in 1898 and is a 186-bed, acute-care hospital. It provides an array of programs and specialty services, including Behavioral Health, Cardiac Rehabilitation, Chest Pain Center, Dialysis, Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy, Sleep Center, and Wound Care. Also, Olean General Hospital has been designated a Thomson Reuters 100 Top Hospitals Performance Improvement Leader.
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For anyone who, like me, can't make it out to the Madhouse Theater show tonight, here's the script for one my skits they'll be performing. It's called "We're Not Selling," and, well, you can probably figure out what I'm satirizing…
We're Not Selling…
Don is a seasoned Madison Avenue advertising executive. Peter is his protégé. They're both wearing suits and have slick hair.
Don: We're not selling hotel rooms. We're selling sex. Do you follow me?
Peter makes a note on a notepad.
Peter: Okay. Yeah. Kind of.
Don: Good. Let's try another one. We're not selling cars. We're selling…
Peter: Freedom! The open road…
Don: No. We're selling sex. We're not selling breakfast cereal. We're selling…
Peter makes another note.
Peter: Family values?
Don: No. We're selling sex. Do you see a pattern emerging?
Peter looks at his notes and screws up his face in concentration.
Peter: Ummm…
Don: Sex. The answer is always sex.
Peter: Right! Right! Oh, that's good…
Peter begins to write in his notepad, but Don grabs it from him and tosses it away.
Don: Forget that. Let's try another one. We're not selling candy. We're selling…
Peter: Sssssex?
Don: We're not selling floor cleaner. We're selling…
Peter: Sex.
Don: We're not selling vitamins. We're selling…
Peter: Sex.
Don: We're not selling diapers. We're selling…
Peter: Sex.
Don: Cough medicine?
Peter: Sex.
Don: And motor oil?
Peter: Sex!
Don: How about ketchup?
Peter: Sex.
Don: Raincoats! Luggage! Baked beans!
Peter: Sex. Sex. Sex.
Peter is getting hot and excited.
Don: Popsicles!
Peter: Sex!
Don: Baby powder!
Peter: Sex!
Don: Dog food!
Peter: Sex!
Don raises a hand and appears to be disgusted.
Don: No! God no! No. Dog food is always dog food.
Peter looks disappointed.
Peter: Oh.
Don punches Peter on the shoulder.
Don: Just kidding! It's sex! Now let's go bang some hookers.


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