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Calendar Engagement
Switching to, implementing, and launching a new interactive calendar is a big deal, so most often the first wave of communication and promotion is a no-brainer. However, don't fall victim to the "build it and they will come" mindset after your initial launch. Instead, promotion should be viewed as a revolving door that is constantly reminding previous users as well as connecting with new users. Below we've outlined ways to keep the promotion door spinning.
Basic Promotion
- Send out an events Newsletter, including a subscribe box, on relevant pages for users to enter their email addresses.
- Include an announcement with a call-to-action to visit the calendar or specific events in other channels such as:
- Non-event centric Newsletters
- Social media
- Publications / brochures
- Press releases
- Blog / newsreel
- Embed event content on as many pages of your website as possible, especially your homepage.
- Include a call-to-action to visit the calendar on specific event promotional materials.
Actively Encourage Event Submissions
Just promoting your calendar in general and having your public submission form open isn't always enough when it comes to actually getting users to take advantage of this feature.
What's in it for them?
You should be highlighting the "what's in it for them" for those who would be submitting events. It's really a win-win: you get more events posted to your calendar and they get more eyes on their events!
- Using Localist is like getting their very own landing page. This one is one part visibility booster, one part time saving. These profiles give organizations and/or venues their own corner of your event calendar where they can add photos, a description, list upcoming & past events, and social media links. Once a landing page is created, going forward the submitter will just need to select the landing page instead of repeatedly entering address details.
- Highlight your website metrics and audience demographics. Let them know the numbers (such as how many unique or returning visitors), page views, or conversions (such as tickets sold).
- Events submitted to your calendar can potentially be included in your promotions. If their event matches criteria you set in your event Newsletters or Widgets, they will automatically be included in the listings. It could appear on the homepage since the trending algorithm does the promoting!
Link back to their website. The event details page or Place/Group/Department Pages are filled areas to include backlinks. Whether links are added to descriptions, custom fields, or website buttons, users won't be cut off from continuing their online hunt.
- Incentivize event submissions. Give all of these benefits a little more push by offering prizes or monetary incentives (such as monthly drawings) for those who submit events.
- Create an event listing or Place/Group/Department Page for them. At the end of the day, many of us are visual learners. Give them a bit of a head start and really bring all of these points to life by presenting a live example of their content or landing page.
- Localist never purges calendar content. This means that even after an event is over it will still be discoverable, which is extremely helpful for users to see a track record of the great events they have already hosted or may be hosting again in the future.
Submitting an event is an easy, time-efficient process.
- Adding an event takes less than two minutes. Once it's submitted, the original creator can always access an edit form directly from the event page.
- Add in bulk, not just individually. If a venue, group, or organization has several events, share your Bulk Event template with them so that they can submit all of their events at once.
- Get a better sense of awareness. Event organizers can gauge audience interest without taking any extra steps beyond submission with Localist's built-in I'm Interested feature and Trending Algorithm.
- Remind potential attendees. What's better than reminding forgetful RSVPs or gathering feedback? Doing it without any extra work, of course! Any users who use the I'm Interested feature will receive automatic event reminders before and review requests after.
Highlight your calendar's features and benefits.
When promoting your calendar, don't just stop at letting your audience know you have a new calendar. Take it one step further and promote the actual features within your calendar, then take it another step further by promoting the benefits your audience will receive from using your calendar.
Here's some noteworthy features + their benefits:
- Trending Algorithm: No more guesswork in figuring out which events are popular, interesting, and worth attending.
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- Social Features: See how many people plan on attending an event as well as comments and reviews directly from the community.
- Place, Group, and Department Pages: Get the entire contextual picture of an event or follow a favorite Place, Group, or Department so you never miss out on future events.
- Feed Exports: Add events directly to your personal calendar so that details and updates are right at your fingertips.


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Face Wash
Face wash is a must in making sure that one's face is not affected by pollutants. So, one must keep a face wash handy. So, as soon as a person feels itchy, they could simply use some washroom in order to wash their face with a face wash. And moreover, this way is even better than wet wipes.
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Face Mist is another great product to have every time you are travelling. This is because one gets a chance to replenish the lost moisturizer straightaway. These face mists are great thermal water sprays that instantly cover up for the lost moisture. The skin becomes hydrated, and one dons that glowing appearance straightaway. Basically, face mist performs the dual function of moisturizer as well as toner.
Women need to understand that sun is the major culprit for their skin. The free radicals in the skin are greatly enhanced because of the radiations of the sun; so, one needs to protect the skin from the sun. Not only this, one must use sunscreen with SPF 30 or above in order to ensure foolproof protection. Further, there is a need to replenish the dosage of sunscreen every couple of hours or so, depending upon one's exposure to sun. So, all these things need to be adhered to strictly in order to get phenomenal results.
Lip Balm
Lips are the most ignored part of the face it seems, as women are seen to follow a stringent skincare plan, while ignoring their lips. However, it is better not to forget this sensitive and pivotal organ. So, one must make sure that they carry a lip balm along with them in order to provide that lost moisture to the lips. Furthermore, one must understand that there is a need to exfoliate the lips as well from time to time in order to make sure that the lip balm works effectively.
As it has been highlighted earlier as well, not only the lips but the whole face needs to be exfoliated. This is because the dead skin cells need to be removed in order to make sure that the other products could work effectively. However, one must avoid excessive exfoliation since it can prove fatal as the skin could become drier and lose its sheen.
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Hands are also taken for granted at times, which is the reason behind cracked palms. So, one must make sure that hands too get necessary dose of moisture. So, one must carry hand cream along with them. Moreover, if it comes with SPF as well, then it is even better, since it will ensure that hands are protected from the sun as well.
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The First FeudBetween the Mountain & the Seaby Lynn Plourde Illustrated by Jim Sollers Down East Books, 2003
Long ago, before people
lived in the North Land and
began their own fighting,
there was the first feud . . .
between the mountain and the sea.
Katahdin claimed,
"I am the greatest mountain,
the most beautiful place in the North Land."
And, indeed, it was beautiful,
with its majestic icy-white peak
like diamonds stacked to the sky.
The Atlantic Ocean claimed,
"I am the most beautiful place in the North."
And indeed, it was beautiful,
with its shimmery swells
like an endless sea of emeralds.
In this original fable, the mighty mountain Katahdin and the powerful Atlantic Ocean have a fight over who is the most beautiful. Their weapons are thunderstorms and waves, blizzards and hurricanes—weapons so powerful that all the land between them is destroyed. In the end, they regret their feud. But can they find a way to heal all they have destroyed?
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"A great story with an even greater lesson—that beauty is not a treasure to be hoarded, but a blessing to be shared."
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"The message that miscommunication can breed conflict, and that communication can restore harmony, has universal application."
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Known to be a city located in Sirohi district of Rajasthan, Abu Road was earlier referred as Kharadi. This small city lies southeast of Mount Abu. The famous Mount Abu is approximately 27 km away from Abu Road. The main road that connects to Mount Abu was built in 1845 during the time when Maharao Shiv Singh of Sirohi was the ruler of the state.
Places to Stay
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The official language of Abu Road is Rajasthani language. The other languages spoken include Hindi.
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Places of Interest
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Unjha is a city and municipality in the Mehsana district of Gujarat. It situated 26 km on the north of the district headquarters Mehsana and is just 81 km away from the state capital Gandhinagar. The population of Unjha is 53,868 with males constituting 53 % and females 47% of the total population.
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Lowdown: A guy unsatisfied with his life pays a price when he sets out to have a bit of an adventure on the side.
What is it with films that just don't make sense? How come the filmmakers can't notice it while creating the film?
Derailed tells a story revolving around Clive Owen, who at the moment is probably my favorite actor - the one I would cast today to play Indiana Jones. Owen is a high flying advertising guy living with a beautiful wife, a daughter and a dog in a big house at Chicago's suburbs. Owen's daughter is sick with a rare disease, reflecting on Owen's lack of satisfaction with his life.
One day, on the train to work, he finds himself confronted by a conductor with no ticket and no cash. He feels doomed, but then he's saved by Jeniffer Aniston, who pays for his ticket. They start chatting, and then one thing leads to another - they end up in a dodgy hotel room late at night, about to betray both their marriages. Suddenly, someone breaks into the room, knocks Owen out and rapes Aniston. The horror doesn't end there, though: that criminal then sets out to blackmail Owen, threatening to let Owen's wife know what's going on.
The story continues to develop from this point onwards in a very Cape Fear like manner. Owen seems to be doing every mistake possible in his handling of the issue, and things just look bleaker and bleaker for him.
Overall, Derailed is an effective thriller - you're really thrilled while watching it. That said, it is not a particularly good thriller. For a start, it is very predictable; you've probably watched enough films with a twist to smell them coming your way in Derailed and take the surprise factor out of the equation.
But the worst thing about Derailed is that you simply can't believe the things that go on there. Owen's continuous film noir like tragic mistakes may be tragic and may plummet him down a bottomless pit, but they do not really make sense; Owen is supposed to portray the ordinary man we can identify with, but his actions are more ridiculous than ordinary. You sit there watching the film and you don't believe Owen is doing the things he does. I don't want to give away too much and ruin the film for you, but it is simply hard to believe a person would do the things Owen does in his situation; and the problem is the movie relies on his actions, most of which consist of him telling more and more lies that entangle him, to drive the plot forward. It reminds me of those cheap romantic films where the hero tells lies to get the girl and then has to fight his way back when she discovers he was lying, only that Derailed pretends to be a more serious attempt.
Overall, the movie - aside of being a thriller that tries to surprise you - is a story about the breakdown of the American household to the point where people have it all yet they are still unable to appreciate what it is that they have; only when they stare outside and get burnt do they realize how well they were doing. Now, I have toured the USA to one extent or another, but I cannot claim to know how people live their lives there (and I suspect there's more than one way for them to be doing it, anyway); but the image you get in most contemporary American films is an image of people living in huge houses with huge rooms and a huge backyard, with kids and a dog to add up to their American dream, yet they are dysfunctional as a family unit: the husband doesn't talk much to the wife, and both are in a race to satisfy work and financial demands while trying to tackle the "problems" caused by their kids. Given the repetitiveness of this concept in a great number of films, I suspect this disillusionment process with achieving happiness through material acquisition is an issue on a lot of people's minds.
Best scene: At the start of the film we see Owen in his bedroom waking up in the morning. He stares to the side to see his good looking wife having a shower (sadly there's no nudity there), but you can see by the expression on his face that he is as excited about seeing here as one would be when they receive a parking ticket. The scene establishes the film's premises quite well.
Picture quality: This is a DVD done bad. Colors are all over the place and vary from scene to scene, and there is noise aplenty.
Sounds quality: Nothing spectacular; pretty standard for an American film, which is not too bad.
Overall: As much as I like Owen and as much as I think he does a good job with his character, the script is simply too unbelievable. 2.5 stars.


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Household Incomes Sink to '95 Level
The income of the typical U.S. family has fallen to levels last seen in 1995. Conor Dougherty reports on Markets Hub. Photo: Reuters.
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ALEXANDRIA, VA. - Richard Sandoval's vibrant Taqueria and Tequileria, El Centro D.F., will ring in the New Year with a Tamale Festival, the first of four quarterly festivals celebrating Mexican cooking. Other festivals are planned for 2013 and include the guacamole festival, chile relleno festival and mole festival. The Tamale Festival will run February 2nd through March 31st and will highlight the traditional Latin American dish made of stuffed masa wrapped in corn husks or banana leaves that are then steamed or boiled. Over time, tamales have taken on regional influences, resulting in hundreds of varieties of fillings and wrappings found throughout Latin America. El Centro's first annual Tamale Festival will showcase regional tamales combining authentic ingredients in unexpected ways crafted by Chef Richard Sandoval and his culinary team. Standout dishes not to be missed include: Chile Relleno de Tamal Durango, stuffed chile poblano with chicken tinga tamal, Mexican cheese, chorizo black beans, salsa jalisco, crema fresca, and cotija; Tamal de Pescado a la Campeche, red snapper tamal in banana leaves with epazote, tomato, masa, Serrano, cilantro, and grilled yellow squash served in a molcajete; Pork Tamal Estilo Oaxaca, pork tamal in banana leaves, mole negro, charro beans, and creamy plantain rice; Tamales Fritos Toluca, friend chicken tinga tamal, refried black beans, Mexican rice, poblano salsa, crema fresca, and pickled veggies, and the Tamal de Frijol con Queso, bean and cheese tamales, Mexican rice, refried beans, entomatada salsa, poblano crema, and pickled veggies. The Tamales Tradicionales is a platter of mini tamales served family-style, and includes Fried Chicken Tamal with tomatillo salsa; Sweet Corn Tamal with queso fresco; Mole Pork Tamal, and Frijol con Queso with entomatada salsa. For the perfect ending, a Tamales de Dulce, sweet corn tamal with crema dulce, raisins, and café de olla will also be available, priced at $4.95. Entrée prices range from $12.95 to $19.95 each.
El Centro D.F. will kick-off this promotion on Three Kings Day, which marks the arrival of the three wise men, or three kings, who according to Christianity, were a group of distinguished foreigners who visited Jesus after his birth, bearing gifts of gold, frankincense and myrrh. Mexican tradition states that on Dia de los Reyes, or Three Kings Day, everyone is to enjoy Rosca de Reyes, Mexican sweet bread, which is baked with a hidden doll or bean inside to represents baby Jesus. The search for the doll symbolizes the three wise men's search and discovery of the baby Jesus. On January 4th, 5th, and 6th, guests enjoying dinner service will receive complimentary Roscón de Reyes. Whoever finds the hidden doll inside the bread each night will win an El Centro "Tamale Kick-Off Party" for four people, to be held on Saturday, February 2nd from 10 PM to 11 PM. At this pre-party, the winners and their guests will each enjoy two Tamales Tradicionales platters representing the restaurant's upcoming menu, along with complimentary Margaritas Tradicionales, house red and white wine, and beer.
The Three Kings Day Celebration will be held Friday, January 4th, Saturday, February 5th, and Sunday, January 6th, 2013 from 5 PM to 11 PM. The Tamale Pre-Party will take place Saturday, February 2nd, 2013 from 10 PM to 11 PM. The Tamale Festival will run exclusively during dinner service from Saturday, February 2nd through Sunday, March 31st, 2013.
El Centro D.F. is located at 1819 14th St., NW, 20009. For reservations or more information please call (202) 328-3131 or visit www.richardsandoval.com


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Spring Bull
While kayaking, I spotted this large bull moose grazing along the shoreline in early spring at a lake in northeast Washington state. The winter coat was still being shed. The antler buds were small, but the size of the moose made me wonder if this beautiful bull would have a huge rack by the end of the season.
Elk in Silhouette
This bull elk traveling through the water created a beautiful scene early one morning in Yellowstone National Park. He and several cow elk were grazing in a large expansive meadow with wetlands.
Winter Giant
Though this looks like a winter scene, this scene was actually shot in mid October in Grand Teton National Park, while the autumn leaves were still on the trees. I spotted this bull grazing with another bull and cow moose just after dawn outside of Jackson, Wyoming.
Majestic Trio
Though this looks like a winter scene, this scene was actually shot in mid October in Grand Teton National Park, while the autumn leaves were still on the trees. I spotted these three moose just after dawn outside of Jackson, Wyoming.
Snow Collector
This bull moose was spotted outside of Jackson, Wyoming in Grand Teton National Park. Taken just after dawn in mid October, this large bull was grazing with another bull and cow moose. Snow had collected in the bowl of his antlers, and his muzzle was covered in snow from foraging in the snow.
Always a Comedian
I have observed otters several times, and they never cease to entertain. They are busy, playful, and affectionate with each other. Though this one didn't intend to be funny, it periodically popped up out of the water with weeds on his head, and I couldn't help but laugh. This image was taken at a lake in northeastern Washington in autumn, golden tamarack trees reflecting in the water.
When the World Was Brand New
This newly born fawn rests in the shade while its mother grazed nearby. Image taken in northeastern Washington state.
Majestic Breakfast
These three moose were foraging in a clearing in Grand Teton National Park. It looks like a winter scene, but it was actually shot in mid October after an early snow. Though at the tail end of rutting season, the two bulls were peacefully existing with no signs of aggression.
Caught by Surprise
This bull elk is caught by surprise by an early snowfall in Grand Teton National Park in early October. A gorgeous scene with the snow falling amidst trees still laden with autumn leaves.
Stocking up for Winter
This cinnamon colored black bear cub was eating berries from the top of a small tree in Grand Teton National Park. An unexpected early snowfall hit overnight in mid October, so winter was fast approaching. The cub used its claws to pull berries into its mouth, while precariously perched at the top of a fairly small tree.
Bison in a Snow Globe
This bison in Yellowstone National Park forages in a meadow in heavy snowfall in mid October.
Moose Whiteout
This winter whiteout of two moose was taken in mid October in Grand Teton National Park early one morning.
This beautiful and large bull moose was photographed one snowy morning in mid October in Grand Teton National Park.
Sir Muley
This majestic mule deer buck was in a thicket outside of Leavenworth, Washington, breeding with several does. He was clearly worn out, and resting, giving me an opportunity for this shot.
Bison in the Mist
This frost laden bison was grazing along a river in Yellowstone National Park. The early morning mist created a surreal scene.
Prickly Afternoon Slumber
This porcupine was nestled in the crotch of a cottonwood tree sleeping. For a few brief moments, he uncurled, looked down at me...and then curled back up and went back to sleep.
Temporary Peace
These two bull elk were sparring in Yellowstone National Park, but in between sparring, grazed in the afternoon sunshine together.
Up Close Bison
The detail of this bison shot in Yellowstone National Park is remarkable. The head is huge, fur thick and dense, and are well suited to life in the sometimes harsh conditions of Yellowstone.
Sun Drenched Buck
Most of the time, bucks don't stick around once they spot me, but this gorgeous buck in velvet stood still for quite some time and just looked at me in that beautiful pose. It was an early summer evening, and the golden hues and sunlight washed over him. Shot in northeast Washington.


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Dec 27, 2017 - National Geographic Endeavour II
Santiago Island has a lot of human history left behind. Since the discovery of Galapagos, whalers, pirates, and explorers have visited this Island for many different reasons, most commonly to collect water, food, and repair their ships.
Today we visited three visitor sites. What really impressed our dear explorers was the fact that they were just a few miles from one another, but its flora and fauna and landscapes were as different as if they were from another Island.
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Wedding entertainment plays an important aspect on your special day, not only does it keep your guests amused throughout the night, but it is also helps fill empty time during the wedding for example; during the dinner a live musician will score you extra points on the wow factor board. While planning your wedding it is easy to forget entertainment as you are busy choosing flowers, and dresses for your bridesmaids etc. Whether you choose a live performance or a DJ to encourage your guests to dance the night away we have a few inspirational entertainment ideas to help you plan the perfect entertainment for your wedding.
Tribute Band
Whether you are a nineties fan or prefer music from the sixties, there will be a tribute act doing the rounds at events and functions all over the country. Research your particular band of choice according to the genre of music you prefer and try to see them perform live, to grasp an understanding of how they will perform at your wedding. After you have chosen a band, discuss costing, and see if they are available on the date of your wedding. Once you have successfully chosen your tribute band refer to your wedding plan to fit them in, this could be during your first dance or after dinner, the choice is all yours.
Music is essential at a wedding and the most popular wedding entertainment these days are DJ's, as they play a variety of music according to your preferences. That being said it is often hard to find the appropriate DJ to play at your wedding, a good way to scout out your DJ is at friends weddings, that way you can really put them to the test and see how they perform. Alternatively research a DJ agency who will work with you to find the most appropriate DJ to suit your requirements.
If you have a strict wedding budget you may not be able to stretch as far as a band or DJ, and that's ok you can still have a great wedding without one. Choosing your wedding music can be a fun DIY project for you and your future spouse. The easiest and most convenient method would be to set up a playlist on your MP3 player full of the tunes that mean something to you as well as some wedding classics. Most venues have an exceptional sound system so, although you won't have a physical presence providing the music, you'll still have a dancefloor waiting to be filled.


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Monday, 30 April 2012
Ink & Paper - UKPA
Ink & Paper - is an exhibition celebrating the UK's Gig posters scene in London this Month and you can see this fascinating exhibition of stunning prints and a screen printing feast from the 11 - 13th May at The Rag Factory, 16-18 Heneage Street,
London E1.
A total of 200 posters from over 30 artists will be featured, along with European and US based artists - some of which will feature their work spanning decades - a treat into how personal style can develop.
What makes a Gig poster work so well? The idea that you just get it - it fits so well with the band and it reflects their nature and genre? It's all of that and more, its typography, colour, print, emotion = a visual tease into what you are to see and feel......
Images courtesy of Ink & Paper.
Monday, 23 April 2012
Johnny Hardstaff - RSA Prometheus Trailer
A NEW Trailer directed by Johnny Hardstaff promoting the Ridley Scott movie 'Prometheus'. To be launched on June 1st 2012. The eerie trailer sees David - the butler and maintenance man on a space ship - explaining his origin and that he is in fact the latest product from the Wayland Corporation. He describes in detail the extent of his abilities, in which the fact that we, his "human counterparts might find distressing" - I love the sublimity and awkward feeling he possesses.
The multifaceted campaign is a new method of engaging an audience before the film is released - an exciting prospect for the future and its great to be apart of it!
Sunday, 8 April 2012
Handmade Typography - Tien-Min Liao
Tien-Min Liao has created a typography handmade experiment - this self-initiated projects aims to explore the relationships between uppercase and lowercase letters - documenting and showing the transformation in process.
Beautiful and stunning - a dedicated exploration of our basic language and communication tools - depicted in simple manipulation of gestures, using ink to correspond an upper case and lower case. Removing or redrawing was not allowed so each shape had to be thoroughly planned using gestures and perspective.
The images below will explain her process which is greatly interesting, a real insight into her thought process and transformation!
Images courtesy of Tien-Min Liao.
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My Little One….
Lines and Shadows
One of the remarkable things about being the first person out on the trail after a snow-fall is that the first visage with the unblemished snow will not exist again until it snows significantly enough to cover all the tracks…and that might be months or a year away. So it was with a bit of reluctance, then, that I continued along the trail, being the one to mark-up the perfect snow-fall…the one to taint the treasure that only existed for a few hours. Here's some mind-boggling beauty for you…
The photos were all taken along the Pipeline Trail in Mill Creek Canyon, Salt Lake City, USA.
Trees in Silhouette
Treeline in Mill Creek Canyon during the sun's waking…beautiful magic of light and clouds and the distance of a watching lens.


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With no inhibition or justification Angela Burman creates contemporary art by feeling her way through the process and relating to the soul of the subject without regard for disparities between representation and abstraction.
By using traditional painting techniques and mixed media processes she pays homage to the things she loves with a visual documentation of her life's experiences, explorations and influences.
In 2009 she became an outside consultant to the Tate Britain on their very successful book How To Paint Like Turner.
Angela's work is hanging in many private collections throughout the UK, USA, Canada, Japan and Europe.
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The announcement had been widely expected, but details weren't confirmed until CEO Dan Akerson spoke today GM's Toledo, Ohio, transmission plant Tuesday. Toledo is to get $204 million and about 250 more jobs to build a fuel-efficient, eight-speed automatic transmission.
Akerson said, ""We are doing this because we are confident about demand for our vehicles and the economy."
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I had cataract surgery more than three months ago. I now have constant pain in my eye from a feeling that there is something in it. Since it was so difficult to get to see a doctor six weeks agao (due to a shortage, I guess, and overbooking), it was suggested by the office that I go to the Emergency Room, which I did. I was diagnosed with severe dry eye and put on prednisone drops, told to put hot compresses on my eye as many times a day as possible, take antibiotics twice a day and use preservative-free, artificial tears, all of which I have done over the past several weeks. I am still in agony, and no matter what doctors I call (former or current), they either can't see me or refer me to the emergency room.
I feel that there is extremely insufficient medical help for this problem. It's treated as such a routine surgery, I guess, that no one thinks it important to see you. I finally am getting to see my doctor next week, and I truly wonder what he will say, since this seems to be so "rare" and of so little concern. I will not have my left eye done until I am absolutely certain that my right eye has recovered, if ever.
I am not one who complains about pain. I have had two other surgeries from which I recovered extremely well and with little to no pain. I am so, so sorry that I had this surgery. I would much rather have given up my night driving permanently than to be going through what I am going through right now. There seems to be no help.
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By Brian Schlumbohm (Wainwright)July 20, 2012
FORT WAINWRIGHT, Alaska (July 20, 2012) -- Fort Wainwright's Education Center hosted an outside education fair last week under a large tent set up just outside the doors of the post library.
The five-hour-long event started at 10 a.m. and was open to all soldiers, families, DoD civilians and retirees, providing a multitude of opportunities for support in planning their educational goals.
Gearldine Tuck, Education Services officer, said the education fair turned out to be a great success.
Representatives from over 25 colleges, universities and organizations were on hand providing helpful information and answers to questions on educational progression programs, scholarships, tuition assistance and much more.
Tuck said around 500 visitors came through to find what education opportunities were available and to speak with representatives from the different schools.
"We had a very good turnout, with a steady flow the whole time," Tuck said. "There were many soldiers looking to take advantage of the Tuition Assistance program."
The TA program is a financial assistance program provided to soldiers seeking to advance their professional and personal education goals while serving in the Army.
"Right now, with 100 percent TA, we pay $250 per credit hour," Tuck said. "As long as they [Soldiers] are on good standards, and their commander signs off on their tuition assistance paperwork, they can take college classes on their off-duty time."
The program is also available for those Soldiers who need to complete their high school diplomas or who want to complete a certificate program. Details on what the TA program is and how it can benefit a soldier can be found online at https://www.goarmyed.com/public/public_tuition_assistance_policies.aspx.
With education being an important factor in any job market, it always comes at a price. For some joining the military, financial help in paying off loans is an incentive.
"You find more and more soldiers coming into the Army with degrees whether they are enlisted or officers," Tuck said, "and so many students completing college find themselves with debt accumulated from student loans."
An attractive reason to join the military is for the Loan Repayment Program. The LRA is a special enlistment incentive offered to qualified applicants when they join the Army. Under the LRP, the Army repays one-third of a school loan for each year of a soldier's full-time duty service.
Whether just starting on an educational path, working to finish a present degree program or looking to build on a past degree, there are a wide variety of organizations available to offer their help.
Spc. Brian Jennings, 6th Squadron, 17th Cavalry Regiment, 16th Combat Aviation Brigade (Alaska) came to the education fair to find out what opportunities there were for him and his present educational status.
"There are a lot of good colleges to choose from here." Jennings said. Presently, Jennings holds a bachelors degree in Aeronautical Engineering and has been a Soldier with over eight years in the Army. "I'm looking to further my degree -something to expand on," Jennings said. Though he may not stay in the aeronautical field, with his accumulated degree credits and other classes he may have an opportunity to use his credits towards other degrees.
Looking over the rows of tables and pamphlets of various university and college representatives, Jennings said he hopes to gain a little insight on how he should proceed. Like many others, he uses the Tuition Assistance program in order to meet education goals while he serves in the Army. Taking advantage of the financial support helps him professionally whether at his present job or to prepare for a future career beyond the Army.
Soldiers can also take advantage of the Post-9/11 GI Bill which is available to them during active duty and after retirement or honorable separation. It can be used as reimbursement of tuition fees to a school and can even make housing and other payments directly to the Soldier. The percentage received is determined by the length of active duty service and the school being attended. Soldiers who are residential students at a public institution of higher learning can have all tuition and fees reimbursed.
Those attending private or foreign schools have tuition and fees reimbursed to $17,500 per academic year. This amount will go up to $18,077.50 starting Aug. 1 of this year. There is also reimbursement for on-the-job apprenticeship and vocational flight-training programs. To find out more about the Post-9/11 GI Bill go to http://gibill.va.gov/.
"We encourage all the service members to take advantage of their education opportunities," Tuck said. The Education Center is open from 7:30 to 11:30 a.m. and 1 to 4 p.m. for walk-ins on Fort Wainwright. Call (907) 353-7486 to find out more or to make an appointment with an education specialist. Presently, a new Education Center is being renovated in the old School Age Services, Building 4391.
Scheduled to open sometime before the end of the year, Tuck said she looks forward to the next education fair to be held at the new facility and keep providing those who serve the educational benefits they deserve.


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29 Sep Thread #93: Opening Up to Other Races
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Today's Thread explores what happened in the first century Christian movement when one man obeyed God and began to mix with people of another race. Let's quiz ourselves on this issue: "How many of your true friends are of other races? How long has it been since you have had someone from another race in your home for a meal?" Hopefully, you had quick, happy answers but if you seldom venture outside "your" group this Thread might be for you.


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The world's mobile worker population is expected to exceed 1 billion workers this year, growing to nearly 1.2 billion people before the end of 2010, according to a Feb. 18 report from IDC.
The report forecasts mobile worker growth over the next five year and across five world regions: the United States, Western Europe, Japan, Asia/Pacific (excluding Japan) and the rest of the world.
Largely driving the growth, reports the firm, will be Asia/Pacific's emerging economies, where economic recovery is strong and there's a burgeoning interest in unified communications.
"Vast opportunities exist for bringing a variety of mobile technologies to the world's workforce," said Sean Ryan, an analyst with IDC, in a statement.
"Outside the United States and Japan, where mobile worker population penetration has essentially peaked, there are large worker populations that are still growing," Ryan added. "Underserved mobile workers across all regions stand to benefit from the reach and flexibility offered by mobile solutions."
In an October 2009 report, IDC similarly predicted a surge in IT jobs, and IT spending, worldwide, with particular growth coming from emerging economies such as those of China and India, which it described as being less affected by the global recession than Europe and North America.
"Total spending on IT in a sample of 52 countries will reach about $1.7 trillion in [2013], from $1.41 trillion in 2009, with more than half the net increase coming from emerging markets," Bloomberg News stated in an article on the report.
In the most current IDC report, the firm describes the United States as having the most "highly concentrated" market of mobile workers and expects that 2008's tally, which described 72.2 percent of its workforce as mobile, will rise to 75.5 percent, or 119.7 million people, by 2013.
Western Europe's mobile workforce is expected to grow 6 percent during the same period, and passing U.S. totals with 129.5 million mobile workers by 2013-or approximately 50.3 percent of its workforce.
Japan's mobile workforce, hitting a saturation point-or a "sustainable limit," says IDC-is predicted to reach 74.5 percent of its workforce, or 49.3 million workers, by 2013, while in Asia/Pacific 2013 totals are expected to see 37.4 percent of the workforce-or 734.5 million people-go mobile.
The figure would put 62 percent of the world's mobile workforce in the Asia/Pacific region.
"While some barriers to adoption will still have to be overcome," said Ryan, "the potential market for mobility solutions is enormous."
U.S. computer maker Dell has been among the manufacturers looking to take advantage of China's growing appetite for smartphones, and launched its first smartphone, the Mini 3i, with China Mobile. The arrival of the Apple iPhone in China is also expected to drive its smartphone market, and research firm iSuppli anticipates that smartphone shipments to China will reach 30.2 million units in 2010-which would represent a growth of 42.5 percent over 2009 shipment numbers.
Mobile Workers to Top 1 Billion Worldwide Thanks to VOIP, UC
The number of mobile workers worldwide is expected to reach nearly 1.2 billion by year's end, according to a new report from IDC. Interest in unified communications, in areas less impacted by the recession, is a driving factor.
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Our school has approx. 300 Electronic Books available to view from home online.
They are not available to download to a separate E-Reader (Kindle, Nook) but can be read from an iPad or anything that can open an Internet browser.
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How to Become a Gunsmith: 5 Simple Steps
Many people just like you would like to find out how to become a gunsmith. Gun collectors, hobbyists, and enthusiasts alike can benefit from learning the craft of gunsmithing. After all, developing the ability to build, maintain, repair, and modify guns—such as handguns, rifles, and shotguns—can lead to interesting and enjoyable career opportunities.
Getting started in the field is a relatively simple process, and it can be especially helpful if you possess a background in machining, metalworking, or woodworking. These areas are intertwined with gunsmithing because they involve many similar tools and techniques. But although having a background in one of the aforementioned trades can be helpful, it certainly is not required.
So if you are ready to discover the art of gunsmithing, then check out the five simple steps below that could help you set out on a new career path!
1. Complete Background Checks
Most post-secondary programs and employers will require you to pass background checks before beginning training or starting a job. These checks ensure that you are legally allowed to work on and possess firearms. So it is best to complete this step first to be certain that gunsmithing is a viable career option for you.
You may be prohibited from becoming a gunsmith if you:
- Are under the age of 21
- Are a convicted felon or have been convicted of a domestic violence misdemeanor
- Have a restraining order against you
- Have been dishonorably discharged from the military
- Experience challenges with substance abuse and addiction
- Are not able to pass a drug test
- Possess a mental health history, such as having been committed to a mental health institution or declared mentally incompetent
- Have violated the Gun Control Act
2. Enroll in a Gunsmith Program
When you decide to become a gunsmith, obtaining an education can be a great help in getting your career started. There may be a number of options for you, from a short diploma program to a two-year associate's degree program. And it is possible to earn an online diploma in as little as four months. So you can establish a strong knowledge base in a short amount of time and around your schedule.
The content that you will cover could vary greatly depending on the school you choose and the length of the program. But you may expect to learn how to:
- Safely handle firearms
- Assess firearms based on their history, manufacturer, physical appearance, and type
- Properly disassemble and reassemble firearms
- Replace or customize firearms parts and components correctly
- Custom fit, install, and modify firearms accessories like stocks and sights
- Work with metal finishes, including applying and repairing them
- Use hand and power tools and other equipment, such as milling machines and welding equipment
3. Get a Federal Firearms License (FFL)
An FFL is required in the U.S. if you intend to work as a gunsmith or take part in any business related to manufacturing, importing, or selling firearms and/or ammunition. Note that the FFL is essentially a business license and is different from the type of license that authorizes you to possess a firearm for personal use.
Under ideal circumstances, it could take approximately 60 days to be issued your FFL from the time that your application is submitted. And once you have obtained your FFL, it will need to be renewed every three years. To get started, you need to complete the Application for Federal Firearms License (ATF Form 7) available through the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF).
Your application will require you to include the following:
- A signed Certificate of Compliance as well as photos and fingerprint cards of each responsible person listed on the application. (A responsible person is an owner, partner, or person involved in the operation of the business.)
- The appropriate application fee.
Once you have submitted your application, an ATF officer will contact you in order to conduct a personal interview and an inspection of the premises where your business will be conducted. The ATF officer will ensure that the information provided on your application is accurate and that your business location meets all federal regulations, such as being equipped with appropriate gun safes.
It is important to note that you must be familiar with the strict legal and ethical guidelines pertaining to your gunsmith business. And once you receive your FFL and are ready to start working, you must keep detailed records of all transactions. You could be required to produce your records at any time, and failure to do so or incomplete records could result in revocation of your FFL.
As a final step, you will also want to check your local and state laws and regulations because you may be required to obtain additional licenses and permits in order to set up your business.
4. Obtain Practical Experience
Gunsmiths who run their own businesses and offer a variety of services tend to have many years of professional experience, especially those who specialize in customization. When starting out in the field, it is highly recommended to gain as much experience as you can in order to increase your skill level. After all, the more knowledgeable you are, the more likely customers are to trust you with their valuable firearms. Here are a couple of ideas that you could consider in order to obtain experience working with guns:
- Volunteer with a local gun club
- Offer to clean and repair firearms for your friends and family at a reduced fee
- Pick up a part-time job helping out at a gun shop
- Find an established, well-known gunsmith who is willing to teach you the trade
5. Join a Professional Association
Along with gaining practical experience, it is also advisable to establish a professional network of fellow gunsmiths, some of whom may be willing to teach you and help you craft your skills. Below are a few of the more well-known firearms associations to consider joining:
- National Rifle Association (NRA)
- Gun Club of America (GCA)
- American Custom Gunmakers Guild (ACGG)
- American Pistolsmiths Guild (APG)
Discover More About Gunsmith Jobs, Earning Potential, & Career Outlook
Although many gunsmiths tend to open and run their own businesses, there are several other career possibilities for professionals in the field. Some of the places where you may be able to find work include:
- Gun repair shops
- Firearms manufacturing companies and factories
- Sporting goods stores
- Gun ranges
- Law enforcement agencies
- The military
Gunsmiths can also choose to focus on a specialty area within the trade. Here are a few of the more common areas of specialization:
- Checkerer—Work with wooden gun surfaces to imprint grips and/or designs.
- Engraver—Improve the look of firearms by cutting designs, patterns, or other images into a gun.
- Finisher—Protect the metal surfaces of guns to prevent corrosion, rust, and other damage.
- Pistolsmith—Specialize in pistols and other handguns.
- Stockmaker—Create and attach gunstocks.
It is commonly stated that gunsmithing is a labor of love, meaning that most people choose the profession because they love it. That being said, there is potential to earn a decent living as well. According to 2017 data, gunsmith salaries range from $25,089 to $61,498 annually.* And although job outlook data is limited for the gunsmith profession, here are some facts you could consider:
- It is estimated that almost 40 percent of Americans own anywhere from 270 to 310 million guns.**
- There were 9,050,626 guns manufactured in the U.S in 2014. (Note that 2014 is the most current year in which manufacturing data is available.)***
- In 2016, the FBI conducted a total of 27,538,673 firearm background checks. That total is used as a measure for the number of individuals attempting to purchase firearms. It represents a 13 percent increase over the same period in 2015. And these numbers have been steadily increasing over the past decade.****
- There were 139,840 federal firearms licensees in the U.S. in 2015.***
So what does all of this mean for you? Gun ownership is strong in America, and, based on current trends, it appears that ownership is growing. And with gun ownership comes the need for gunsmith services to maintain, repair, and customize the many firearms in circulation.
Where Do You Go From Here?
If you have read the steps to becoming a gunsmith and are certain you will pass the background checks, then finding a program that can help you enhance your knowledge and abilities could be a good place to get started. Locating a program is as simple as entering your zip code into the search tool below to generate a list of gunsmith programs that are being offered in your area!
* PayScale, Gunsmith Salary, website last visited on September 21, 2017.
** Pew Research Center, "A Minority of Americans Own Guns, But Just How Many is Unclear," website last visited on July 18, 2017.
*** Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF), website last visited on July 18, 2017.
**** Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), National Instant Criminal Background Check System, website last visited on July 18, 2017.


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The West Des Moines school district has appointed a new interim superintendent.
The school board met in a special session Wednesday to interview the two finalists for the position. Hillside Elementary School principal Dr. Bob Davis and Dr. Lisa Remy, associate superintendent for Human Resources were up for the job.
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