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VCCircle Agri & Food Investment Summit 2015
Mapping Digital Innovations, Disruptive Business Models & Emerging Opportunities
When it comes to agri and food issues, there is a back-end India, with significant challenges and opportunities, and there is an emerging, exciting front-end India where the expectations and evolving tastes of consumers is revolutionizing how we view food.
A multitude of persistent macro challenges, such as climate change, water mismanagement, wastage, pricing imbalances and food scarcity make it even more vital India's vast agri-business companies and entrepreneurs to actively pursue new breakthroughs with technologies, innovations, product development and quality.
When it comes to consumers, especially in major cities, changing demands and preferences have given rise to a vibrant ecosystem of "foodpreneurs," who have leveraged digital, particularly mobile, platforms as well as strong inflow of new capital to build a food ecosystem that is rapidly blurring the lines between food retailing, packaged food, prepared food delivery, food services and surrounding food technology infrastructure.
Both to address India's critical and growing needs as well as enable the front-end ecosystem to become more successful and thus attractive to more investors and end-users alike, there is a critical need now to identify the essential changes that need to happen behind the scenes, around food supply and storage, warehousing and logistics.
So what do better, stronger linkages with agri supply chain look like and what can they mean to the primary agri aggregators, vendors, food services chains and, ultimately, the end-consumer? How are new-age farm IT & analytics solutions helping accelerate development of farmers and other primary agri -businesses? Where is India in either embracing or resisting food patterns from the West? Will trendy but growing niches, such as professional cattle farms, microbreweries, cold-press juices, frozen desserts, confectionary & organic health-foods morph into viable businesses in the long-run? How food can related businesses become more streamlined & integrated?
These are the vital questions that will be asked and answered at the 7th edition of VCCircle Agri & Food Investment Summit 2015 on October 28 at Taj Lands End Mumbai, India's pre-eminent gathering of entrepreneurs, industrialists, support services-providers, investors and "foodpreneurs."
Come join us to discover compelling opportunities, hear from innovative businesses revolutionising the food & beverage industry and their linkages with modern-day supply chain channels, farmers and other agribusinesses. And, of course, the proven speciality of VCCircle gatherings—a cross-section of investors looking to support breakthrough ideas and opportunities.
The always sold-out summits bring together a diverse but carefully curated group of about 250 top, enterprising and emerging foodpreneurs, CEOs, investors and new -age food & beverage innovators, many of whom are disrupting the large mainstream Indian Agri & Food sector.
8:30 am - 9:30 am
Tea, Networking & Registration
9:30 am - 9:45 am
Introductory Note
9:45 am - 10:15am
Keynote Address: "India's changing consumption basket: Are Indian agro and food businesses ready?"
By Ireena Vittal
10:15 am - 11:05am
Panel I: Back to The Beginning: On Mapping Digital Innovations at the Farm Input Level
The agri and food business is not immune to digital innovations & technology boosting growth, turning around processes and helping key stakeholders adopt a more consumer-centric approach. But to serve the still and rapidly evolving unmet needs of India's end-consumer, what disruptive actions are underway in the agri & food ecosystem? How are innovations at the farm level helping boost output and, in turn, fuelling more efficient back-end & front-end linkages? With a majority of new investment in the business of agriculture coming from the private sector, how can systematic and sustainable investment in agri-technology and infrastructure enhance the fortunes of Indian agriculture? Meanwhile, with the current government pledging more capital for development of irrigation and farming technology, how are entrepreneurs and investors leveraging such inputs? What is the groundwork required to make technology adoption more feasible and affordable at the farm level? What are the emerging tech innovations that can be a game-changer for agriculture and also help the government streamline its own spending to foster more private sector participation? How is precision farming, micro/drift irrigation, applied farm- analytics, including around weather, drive input & productivity decisions, adoption of ICT increase farm-level productivity?
Krishna Kumar - Founder & CEO, CropIn Technology Solutions
Adwitiya Mal - Co Founder & COO, EM3 Agriservices Pvt Ltd
Karthic Ravindranath - Director, Surya PowerMagic
VT Bharadwaj - MD, Sequoia Capital India
Girish Nadkarni - Partner, IDFC Alternatives (Moderator)
11:05 am - 11:30 am
Tea & Networking
11:30 am - 12:20 pm
Panel II: Innovations in Supply Chain & Cold Storage: From Farm to the Dining Table
Smart supply-chain management at harvesting can better ensure that produce reaches India's consumers without degradation of quality and wastage. More innovation in logistics and supply-chains remains essential, especially for fresh produce with short shelf-life in an increasingly consumerist India. What role does plastic silos play in this logistical ecosystem? How can secondary distribution (intra-city) hurdles be overcome in a cost-effective manner? Who are the innovators linking primary (inter-city) and secondary distribution networks in an efficient manner? What are emerging trends in vital cold storage logistics as it continues to struggle to mature into a reliable ecosystem? How can smarter back-end efficiencies benefit front-end operators in online grocery, retail, beverages and the dramatically expanding food delivery and services space?
P Vijayaraghvan - Director & CEO, LEAF
Arvind Gangoly - CEO, Schedulers Logistics India
Hitin Suri - Joint MD, Suri Agro Fresh
Rajat Gupta - Founder CEO, Tessol
Anil Chaudhary - MD & CEO, NHBC
Kushal Agarwal - CFO, Aspada Investment Advisors (Moderator)
12:20 pm - 1:30 pm
Lunch & Networking
1:30pm - 2:20pm
Panel III: Mapping emerging business opportunities in New Foods
- The Thirsty Indian and You: The rise of microbreweries, cold-press juices & other healthy-for-you beverages: The demand for such beverage niches has increased dramatically. How can entrepreneurs and investors tap into this phenomena? Is there a scale opportunity for India's trendy microbreweries and what can hold it back? What are the emerging intersections of taste and health?
- India's Sweet (and Savoury) Tooth: The transformation of bakery & confectionary foods, frozen desserts and branded sweets:
What's the missing link in achieving the local quality vs scale balance? What role can technology and branding play? How is retail and the café culture playing into expanding the business opportunities? Is there a healthy business opportunity around children and sweets?
- The Mobile Snacker: The on-the-go snack boom: India has always thrown up opportunities for biscuits and potato-based snacks. But with tastes and health concerns evolving, what are the emerging challenges and opportunities in this huge sector?
Anuj Rakyan - MD, Raw Pressery
Gregory Kroitzsh - Founder & MD, The Barking Deer Brewpub
Dev Lall - MD, Bakers Circle
Raghav Verma - Co-founder, Chaayos
Pawan Raj Kumar - Founder, Supa Star Foods
Aditya Bagri - Director, Bagrrys India Ltd
Deepak Shahdadpuri - Founder & MD, DSG Consumer Partners (Moderator)
2:20pm - 3:10pm
Panel IV: Mapping new opportunities in mainstream Food businesses
- Cattle Farms: Modern cattle farms still don't seem to be a priority for many investors, despite seemingly huge potential and a trickle of investments. What is happening in cattle farming? What role is technology playing?
- Poultry: A contentious issue remains whether poultry should be raised on hormones and antibiotics or fed naturally? Is there a middle-ground? Should there be one? What are the latest innovations in this huge and vibrant space?
- Dairy: A brand-led evolution in tastes and uses has seen India's dairy sector surge with sizeable opportunities for the taking.
Learn what lies ahead in the dairy sector from those who have been on this journey. Can successful dairy entrepreneurs leverage their expertise and resources into adjacent spaces?
Murali Krishnan - CEO, The Nilgiri Dairy Farm
Ashish Mantri - MD, Abhay Cotex
Dr GNS Reddy - MD, Akshaykalpa Farms and Foods
Vigyan Gadodia - MD & CEO, Sahaj Agro Farms
Senthil Natarajan - MD, Kovai Pazhamudir Nilayam
Rakesh Sony - Director, Black River Food Fund (Moderator)
3:10 pm - 3:40 pm
Tea & Networking
3:40pm - 4:30pm
Panel V: How ready is India for An Organic Food Revolution?
Should organic foods still be restricted to rice, grains and pulses or be expanded? What benefits will Indian producers and consumers really get from a more sustained push toward organic food? What does data say about whether the organic food revolution that is sweeping the West is starting to take hold in India? A rapid-fire Insights discussion on organic and responsible farming and India's opportunity in organic products and ingredients.
Vijaya Pastala - Founder & CEO, Under The Mango tree
Ashmeet Kapoor - Founder & CEO, I Say Organic
Gajjender Yadav - Co-founder, 4S Foods
Arvind Godara - MD, Natureland Organic Foods
Salil Gupta - CEO, Khyati Foods Pvt Ltd
Hemendra Mathur - MD, SEAF India Investment Advisors (Moderator)
4:30 pm - 5:20 pm
Panel VI: Mapping Technology Centred Food Models - Food-Tech to the Forefront
We try and understand emerging trends in how food-tech can drive more demand and open up new business and investment opportunities. How to balance ease and convenience with logistical and technological challenges around execution? How does the SaaS model fit into food-tech management at the restaurant end? Is promotion-based, cash-burn intense customer acquisition model driving loyalty? What are the new, sticky engagement and longer-term consumer loyalty enhancing models?
- The Must Have Now Foodie Emerges: An in-depth analysis of food ordering platforms, ready-to-cook, ready-to-eat & made-to-order food delivery models to hyper local food delivery services. Who is winning and how to get to profitability?
- QSR: From traditional Out Of Home eating to new culinary experiences being brought to Indian consumers
- The Chef as the Curator: From the few celebrity chefs to the many taste-makers, the role of behind-the-scene chefs has evolved quickly into front-end innovators in emerging business models. With global chains coming in and unorganised players pushing into organised F&B space, how can businesses leverage traditional chef skills? What insights do more evolved food markets, such as New York or London, can offer to India? What ideas can India export? What does innovation look like and the role of Master Chefs in the industry?
Prasoon Gupta - Founder & Director, Sattviko
Chirag Arya - Founder, iChef.in
Pradeep Gidwani - Coach & Founder, The Pint Room
A Mahendran - CMD, Global Beverages & Foods
Jinesh Shah - Partner, Omnivore Partners
Sagar Daryani - Co-founder & CEO, Wow! Momo
Rajesh Srivastava - CMD, Rabo Equity Advisors Pvt Ltd (Moderator)
5:20pm - 5:50pm
VCCircle Showcase:
A curated platform for select companies in Agri & Food sector to showcase their innovative services and products.
5:50pm onwards
VCCircle Unwind
This session will provide more networking time to entrepreneurs and investors over cocktails.
Date: 28 October 2015
Address: Taj Lands End, Band Stand, Bandra (West)
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Just two days provided a fascinating view into the rapid pace of change in managing HR and employee activities, and the people and services striving to keep up with the dramatic transformations in the workplace. Attending #HCMWorld 2017, April 11-13, 2017 in Boston, to learn and cover people analytics trends, I came away with a new world view!
For those in HR who understandably continually find themselves so busy with their day-to-day transactional responsibilities, you might want to sit down before you read this… because the future is here! These are no longer sci-fi or pie-in-the-sky concepts.
We are in the midst of one of the most significant global changes affecting all aspects of the workplace and our lives. And it's happening with lightning speed! Not only must these concepts be understood but they must be planned for, embraced, and actively engaged with in order to adjust to tomorrow's workplace, today.
Josh Bersin was one of the keynote speakers and addressed Bersin by Deloitte's Global Human Capital Trends 2017 report. The top human capital trend this year was identified as "The Organization of the Future: Arriving Now," and posits "Given the pace of change and the constant pressure to adapt, it is not surprising that executives identified building the organization of the future as the most important challenge for 2017. In this year's survey… 90 percent rated it as important or very important." Yet according to the report, only 11% state they actually know how to fix the company's HR problems.
The Human Capital Trends Report also states, "Companies should focus more heavily on career strategies, talent mobility, and organizational ecosystems and networks to facilitate both individual and organizational reinvention. The problem is not simply one of "reskilling" or planning new and better careers. Instead, organizations must look at leadership, structures, diversity, technology, and the overall employee experience in new and exciting ways."
Similar results were born out by Mercer Talent Trends 2017 Global Study. Katherine Jones, Partner and Director of Research at Mercer, addressed key takeaways from the report at #HCMWorld, showing that a whopping 9 out of 10 executives are planning an organizational redesign in the next two years. The redesigns span from moving support functions to shared services, a flattening of the organization structure, decentralizing authority and eliminating roles/functions/departments for greater efficiency, agility, customer intimacy, innovation and, of course, lower costs.
So what does this mean for HR now? It's incumbent on HR to help businesses adapt to the frenetic pace of change affecting the workforce. To do so, be sure to familiarize yourself with these key concepts, critical to HR's emerging lexicon.
Fourth Industrial Revolution
The Fourth Industrial Revolution and HR? Covered at #HCMWorld? What? Well, indeed, this is a very relevant concept as I quickly learned.
"Imagine a future where we are managing more than human resources. Robots are already a very real part of the workforce." Case in point: a hotel in Nagasaki, Japan which is run almost entirely by robots. "What impact does that have on HR? Fewer physical workers? Yes. Retraining existing workers? Yes. Hiring a different kind of worker? Yes. And–to get to the nitty gritty–what about scheduling workers? What happens when a robot calls in "sick"? This scenario is posited and addressed by ASUG, leaders in digital transformation, as it considered Transforming HR to Meet the Needs of the Fourth Industrial Revolution.
According to the World Economic Forum, "We stand on the brink of a technological revolution that will fundamentally alter the way we live, work, and relate to one another. In its scale, scope, and complexity, the transformation will be unlike anything humankind has experienced before." WEC elaborates: "The possibilities of billions of people connected by mobile devices, with unprecedented processing power, storage capacity, and access to knowledge, are unlimited. And these possibilities will be multiplied by emerging technology breakthroughs in fields such as artificial intelligence, robotics, the Internet of Things, autonomous vehicles, 3-D printing, nanotechnology, biotechnology, materials science, energy storage, and quantum computing."
WEC asserts that the fourth industrial revolution will result in long-term gains in efficiency and productivity, such as dropping transportation and communication costs, more effective logistics and global supply chains, and lowering trade costs, which will open new markets and drive economic growth.
Yet there is also the likelihood of disruption. As automation substitutes for labor across the entire economy, the net displacement of workers by machines might widen the gap between returns to capital and returns to labor. On the other hand, it is also possible that the displacement of workers by technology will, in aggregate, result in a net increase in safe and rewarding jobs.
WEC states, "Overall, the inexorable shift from simple digitization (the Third Industrial Revolution) to innovation based on combinations of technologies (the Fourth Industrial Revolution) is forcing companies to reexamine the way they do business. The bottom line, however, is the same: business leaders and senior executives need to understand their changing environment, challenge the assumptions of their operating teams, and relentlessly and continuously innovate."
Forbes describes the Fourth Industrial Revolution as follows: "In short, it is the idea of smart factories in which machines are augmented with web connectivity and connected to a system that can visualize the entire production chain and make decisions on its own… And it's well on its way and will change most of our jobs." Forbes goes on to share a mind-bending projection: "As automation increases, computers and machines will replace workers across a vast spectrum of industries, from drivers to accountants and estate agents to insurance agents. By one estimate, as many as 47 percent of U.S. jobs are at risk from automation."
"In order to thrive, business leaders will have to actively work to expand their thinking away from what has been traditionally done, and include ideas and systems that may never have been considered. Business leaders must begin questioning everything, from rethinking their strategies and business models, to discovering the right investments in training and potentially disruptive R&D investments… The future is happening around us. And we must rise to the challenge to meet it and thrive in the new industrial revolution."
Deep Learning
A related concept addressed at #HCMWorld and that should be part of HR's new lexicon is "deep learning." In Machine Learning in Human Resources – Applications and Trends, Daniel Faggella writes that HR "has been slower to come to the table with machine learning and artificial intelligence than other fields—marketing, communications, even health care. But the value of machine learning in human resources can now be measured, thanks to advances in algorithms that can predict employee attrition, for example, or deep learning neural networks that are edging toward more transparent reasoning in showing why a particular result or conclusion was made….The value beyond numbers for CEOs and managers is the power in understanding what's actually happening within a company i.e. with their people."
Faggella adds, "While competition for the best people has driven many HR departments to use algorithmic-based assessments, a CEB article on using machine learning to eliminate bias cautions that human oversight is still of paramount importance." It's not enough to act directly on data insights, but to use this information in tandem with driving question such as:
1) How I can link applicant traits to business outcomes?;
2) Which outcomes should be our focus when hiring?; and
3) Can predictions (hiring and otherwise) be made in an unbiased way.
Faggaella notes that machine learning HR applications are already helping HR in the areas of applicant tracking and assessment, attracting talent, attrition detection and individual skills management/performance development and goes on to provide examples of future HR machine learning applications in the areas of post-hire outcome algorithms, internal management, increased behavior tracking and data-based decision making.
Can Machine Learning Make HR Better? by Meghan M. Biro on TalentCulture describes deep learning as "The ability for artificial intelligence (AI) algorithms to learn from our behavior using brain-like structures called neural networks, and it's changing the field of human resources in significant ways." She writes, "AI programs can predict outcomes based on past experiences fed into the program. Because AI can recognize patterns and analyze data at light speed, it can help HR directors make decisions with greater confidence. From finding and recruiting prospects to streamlining employee assessment processes, machine learning and AI can make it easier for HR executives to do their jobs better—and today's technology is only the beginning."
Biro shares a few ways AI can work with HR pros:
1. Help find the right job candidates from a nearly endless pool of possibilities.
2. Assess candidates to find the best job position for them.
3. Evaluate more candidates faster with machine learning.
4. Improve employee satisfaction through regular, unbiased performance reviews aided by AI.
5. Reduce employee turnover through more effective hiring techniques.
Another potential game changer for HR and the workplace related to deep learning are chatbots, which employ deep learning. In How Chatbots And Deep Learning Will Change The Future Of Organizations, Daniel Newman writes:
"Don't let the fun, casual name mislead you. Chatbots—software that you can "chat with"—have serious implications for the business world. Though many businesses have already considered their use for customer service purposes, a chatbot's internal applications could be invaluable on a larger scale. For instance, chatbots could help employees break down silos and provide targeted data to fuel every department.
This digital transformation is happening, even in organizational structures that face challenges with other formats of real-time communication… Enterprises are increasingly turning to web applications to streamline their processes and make collaboration easier. Still, applications are siloed and unable to communicate with one another. A chatbot could one day render apps obsolete. Chatbots can conduct the same tasks as most applications in one integrated system and tailor the results to the user as the chatbot employs its deep learning algorithms to understand that employee's typical needs."
Digital Transformation, HRDisruption, DigitalHR
These three concepts are related and important concepts for HR as we know it. They aren't just techno-speak or HR mumbo jumbo. They are here and now.
Katherine Jones of Mercer, in her #HCMWorld session addressing the Mercer Talent Trends 2017 Global Study, showed this visual of the current DigitalHR landscape:
And yet, rapidly improving HRIS systems and company-wide systems have resulted in entirely new approaches to HR in terms of how it's organized and run. More from Mercer:
Dominique Ben Dhaou of Point North gave a wonderful session at #HCMWorld entitled "Digitalization & Humanisation – Friends or Enemies?" In her session, Ben Dhaou stressed that it's more than just DigitalHR – The Digital Transformation includes HR, the workplace and the workforce, with disruption resulting at every turn. That's why change and agility are key.
She also made a strong case for how HR can help with the disruption of the emerging digital workforce. HR can ensure there's leadership in the organization to facilitate successful transitions, ease concerns, upskill and train, and so much more.
Lastly, Ben Dhaou stressed that with the digital transformation, those traits that make us uniquely human are increasing in value. HR and businesses are increasingly seeking employees with strong ethical and values driven traits to balance the digital transformation effects.
The future is NOW, as they say. Understanding these trends and how they are playing out in your workplace now, and in the coming years, speaks volumes of a whole new lexicon for HR. Hold on tight!
Interested in these issues? You may want to read XpertHR's Best Practice Guide on HR Transformation. The guide considers what HR transformation is and its benefits to the organization. It describes the tools for transforming HR and the methods for implementing a successful transformation, as well as how HR transformation can be sustained. This blog may also be of interest: How Robots Are Transforming the Workplace.

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[Polls: Miami riding high, FSU drops out]
[Commentary: Sky not falling for Miami defense]
[Five things we learned from 52-30 win]
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The first question to Mark Richt on Sunday's day-after-Toledo teleconference was about redshirt senior cornerback Dee Delaney's "tough" transition from FCS The Citadel to UM.
"He's still learning the ins and outs of what we do," Richt said. "We feel he's in a good place. He has not played perfect, but everybody at all positions has struggled. He's at a position that's more visible than most, and I guess there's more interest in him because he's a transfer.
"We think he's doing a good job. We believe in him and we're going to continue to play him."
* On star running back Mark Walton, who set a career mark in rushing yards (204) despite missing a large chunk of the game with an ankle injury: "We think he'll be playing this week. We don't think there's much doubt about that." Richt will rest Walton (left ankle) Sunday and expects him to be ready for Tuesday's practice, "unless there's some sort of setback."
* Richt didn't note any other players who were injured. Asked about redshirt junior defensive end Demetrius Jackson, a key reserve who missed the game for an undisclosed reason, Richt said he's "not 100 percent sure but we expect him to play this week."
There was no word on Ahmmon Richards' status, but Richt previously said the star wideout was making progress from a serious hamstring strain. Richards could make his 2017 debut this week.
* UM will practice normally this week, even though it is playing Friday at 7 p.m. on the road (at Duke, which is 4-0. The game is on ESPN). The Hurricanes will take Monday off from practice, as usual, but Richt said the team may hold meetings if UM's NCAA compliance department gives the OK. They may take Saturday fully off.
* Small things that went right against Toledo: Senior left tackle Kc McDermott, Richt said, had "the most knockdowns" of any offensive lineman. Richt liked how tight end Chris Herndon made contested catches. He also noted UM's downfield blocking "did a super job" on runs and catches.
* Defensively, the Hurricanes' pass coverage struggled against Toledo quarterback Logan Woodside, but Richt said, "We looked like our Miami defense normally does against the run. We felt good about that." The kicking game and punt protection was "outstanding," he said, and UM "covered kicks better."
* UM is 62nd nationally in third-down offense (41.18 percent) and a woeful 128th (of 130 FBS teams) in third-down defense (52.50). Richt has noticed.
"The biggest thing we've got to do is do a better job on third downs on both sides of the ball," he said.
Penalties (112th in yards per game) remain a major bugaboo for the Hurricanes.
* Richt praised Duke coach David Cutcliffe, calling him "maybe the very best college coach when it comes to quarterback training that there is." Quarterback Daniel Jones, a 6-foot-5, 215-pound dual-threat, is "very smart," Richt said.
The first thing Richt noticed about Duke's defense on tape is "how well they tackle and how hard they play. … They're winning. They're well-coached. It'll be at their house. It'll be a Friday night game and I bet the atmosphere is going to be great."
* Richt said he watched the 2015 Miami-Duke game — you remember, the one with "The Return" — but not the whole thing. While he was evaluating the contenders for the starting quaterback job, asked his staff for a cut-up of every drop-back throw Malik Rosier made in that game, so he could evaluate his new quarterback.
He's aware of how the game ended.
"Oh yeah," he said. "I saw all that. I thought it was a miracle."


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Not Eating is as damaging to self well-being as overeating. I used to hear my father say "All extremes are bad" Anorexia and bulimia as well as compulsive eating are sadly common disorders in people of all ages and both create health problems.
Emotionally speaking, eating too little or nothing is when I see myself as auto-sufficient for everything when in reality I must accept my need of others. Emotional anorexia is expressed by never getting too close to anyone, having a lack of forgiving spirit, accumulating bitterness and being detached of what it could be considered weak feelings such as crying, smiling, kindness and never asking for help or advice.
Emotionally overeating is the opposite. It's when people become the center and the motivating force for living. I learn the art of manipulation so that people never leave me alone and are always there for me. I constanly seek their compliments, company and favors. Parents, spouces, children or friends are God's given gift of support, but if their only role in my life is for my ego-fattening, then I have a problem.
Don't you hate the secret to staying fit? There's no secret. I know what to do, but we have the natural tendency to be unbalanced in our eating, in our emotions, in our relationships, etc.
The NIV Bible translates Ecclesiastes 7:18b this way: "Whoever fears God will avoid all extremes."
I would like to repeat something I wrote some time ago as conclusion: Proverbs 25:16


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CARAG Neighborhood Meeting
January 17, 2017 Minutes
Attending: Blake Bailes, Diana Boegemann, Ginny Buran, Colin Harris, Brad Klein, Jay Lindgren, Tricia Markle, Nancy Riestenberg
Excused Absences: Diana Crane
The meeting was called to order at 7:03PM.
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– Board members and attendees introduced themselves.
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Motion, seconded to approve the agenda and November 15 meeting minutes,. Approved.
Bryant Square Park, Jason Green
MPRB will seek bids soon to reconstruct the wading pool. Green requested that there is communication about the project schedule and that the pool be open for at least part of the summer.
Green has been suffering with pain caused by spine problems and expects to have surgery at the end of February or early March. So, he will be away for much of the next few months recovering.
"The Secret Life of Pets" movie will be shown on Saturday, August 26.
Contact Bryant Square Park at (612) 370-4907 for more information.
10th Ward City Council Update, Lindsay Wallace, 10th Ward Policy Aide
The reconstruction of Hennepin Avenue, between Lake and 36th Streets, is scheduled for 2018, and an Open House is set for January 25 to discuss it.
The revised, Uptown-area Pedestrian Overlay District ordinance was approved in November by the City Council.
Reading Partners
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32nd & Fremont Intersection, Lonn Koranda- Public Works
Several neighbors were in attendance because of concern about sight lines at the 32nd & Fremont intersection. There have been many close calls and one corner is a bus stop for Kenwood Elementary School children. Cars are parked right up to the corner making it difficult to see if a vehicle is coming without pulling into the intersection. It was noted that the 32nd & Girard intersection has a similar issue.
Koranda noted that Public Works uses traffic volume counts and crash statistics to justify changes, and neither intersection warrants improvements per those measures. Traffic calming efforts such as speed bumps and temporary bump-outs were identified as a way to prevent vehicles from parking up to the corners, but Public Works has no program to implement them.
The City ordinance requires motorists to park 20-feet away from a corner, which would help the situation. Neighbors were encouraged to call 311 to report cars parked up to the intersection and other problems like traffic speeds. Koranda noted that for $200 a piece, Public Works will install signs noting the 20' parking rule. Motion, seconded to look into the purchase of four signs with the CARAG Land Use & Transportation Committee bringing back a proposal to the February 21 CARAG meeting. Approved.
NRP Implementation Committee, Jay Lindgren
Lindgren noted that the committee is researching ways to create affordable housing in the neighborhood using NRP funds and in partnership with nonprofit developers and/or support service providers.
The Committee is proposing Plan Modifications as follows to be discussed and voted upon at the February 21 CARAG Neighborhood Meeting.
Treasurer's Report, Brad Klein/ Scott Engel
The CARAG Operations and NRP Administrative account balances and register reports were available for review.
Engel presented a proposed 1-year lease for the new office at Aldrich Church at a cost of $350/ month. Motion, seconded to approve the Lease Agreement as proposed. Approved.
Engel presented a proposed 2017-2019 Community Participation Program (CPP) application detailing CARAG activities and how funds will be used. Motion, seconded to approve the CPP application as presented. Approved.
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Gibbous Moon Phase: trust
Moon in Scorpio
Aspect of the Aeon Sophia (Wisdom): Bagalamukhi, Goddess of the East
Aspect of the Aeon Thelete (Will/Desire): Ian, God of the East
Skill: answer the inner call to adventure and growth
True Alignments: embracing the inner outcast, wanting to be involved or participate (be sure to include others), certain about something important, courage. dreaming a bigger dream, learning the ropes, physical manifestation of dreams, exploring the depths of something to resolve it, acting in combination or collaboration
Catalysts for Change: stinging, taking unnecessary risks, obsession with and pursuit of materialism, excluding, uncertainty, sadness and grief (release brings relief), never satisfied, little effort expended, in "alien" or unfamiliar territory," naïve, lured off or distracted, manipulating others, unable to see clearly, lack of concern for the feelings of others
Sabian Symbol for the Solar-Lunar Month: "a woman in an emotional speech dramatizing her cause" (the inner self rising)
Sabian Symbol for the Solar-Lunar Year: "the magic carpet of Oriental imagery" (transcending the past, difficulties, worries, the old paradigm)
The magic carpet ride gives us a galactic view today:
1 - BRINGING OR CHANGING SHAPE, FORM, and STRUCTURE - The Earth comes to the degree of the Galactic Center: "the sculptor's vision is taking form." The ancient Gnostics tell us that the Galactic Center is our "spiritual home," or the place from which we were created from the spark of God. They call it the pleroma. When this energetic is activated, the projections of our hopes, wishes, and dreams take form or, through action, can be molded or changed for a better fit. The goal is lasting value. We always have the power to change things.
2 - VIEWS AND PERSPECTIVE - also change shape, form, or structure as we see new things. The Sun is discharging the energetic of "a young gypsy emerging from the woods gazes at far cities." This is another symbol involving "vision." What we see may be disappointing, daunting, exciting, or alluring. It depends on how we have felt "in the woods." Have you been able to see the forest for the trees? Have you felt alone in the wild? Have you felt in the dark? At the heart of it, this symbol is about calls to adventure, growth, and facing challenges that will "pay off" later.
3 - RISKY BUSINESS - Mercury is discharging the energetic of "workmen drilling for oil." This energetic involves the tendency to think that things are always better somewhere else or with someone else. There is no Sabian symbol of "the grass is greener on the other side," but if there was, this would be it. No, the Sabians go much deeper than that, and getting to the depths of things or "drilling down" is a better description for the energy. Risk is always implied, as the workmen are not certain if they will find oil. It's a search for something new while operating in the dark. But this energetic seeks to teach us that we already have much of value right at hand.
The Moon continues to transit through Scorpio, along with the Black Moon and Mars. Those with the Sun, Chiron, or Black Moon in Scorpio or Taurus (Scorpio's opposite) may be experiencing increased anger, conflict, hurt feelings, feelings of loss, insecurities about the future, or a need to fill a void. Remember that a nine month period of massive rebirth of who you are is happening. We take it one step at a time. Rest when needed and practice acceptance of what we cannot control. Another force is directing your life.
When the Earth, Gaia Sophia, meets up with the Galactic Center, it is Homecoming Day. Happy Homecoming, wise owls! Let's attend to wisdom and answer the call to adventure.


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5 Ways to Cope with a Client's Death
During my tenure as a nurse, I've pumped on a lot of chests in an effort to perform Basic Life Support (BLS). Some efforts were successful, while others were ineffective. I've even performed post mortem care on countless patients, so coming face to face with death in my professional career was nothing foreign to me. However, when I transitioned into entrepreneurship, death never crossed my mind. All I thought about was success and prosperity. Never did I think that death would rear its ugly head again in my entrepreneurial walk — unfortunately it did.
In addition to running my copywriting business, I run a fashion e-commerce store. With the advice of my mentors, I've built a community and a decent following on my social media channels. And since I handle all of my social media feeds, I reply directly to all customers' inquiries and comments. This is actually the part of the business that I love. I enjoy interacting with my followers. I even comment on their pages (of course I keep a professional, but engaging tone).
I've grown to know a lot of my repeat customers and devoted followers. Seeing them on my timeline is something l look forward to. We laugh, swap memes and have lengthy discussions when I post my "Question of the Day" posts. You can say that they have become a staple in my entrepreneurial journey.
A few months back, my heart felt like it shattered into a million pieces when I learned that one of my repeat customers, also an entrepreneur, was transferred from a hospital to hospice care. I knew her cancer had resurfaced, but I didn't know how cataclysmic it was. She always kept a smile on her face in selfies, even the ones where she wore head scarves to camouflage her bald head. We never met in person nor spoke on the phone, but we made plans to meet up for brunch when she came to New York City (She was based in Dallas, Texas).
I think all entrepreneurs can relate to those blah days when you haven't made a sale nor contracted a new client. It might be a coincidence or divine intervention, but on days when I felt like logging off, I'd get a notification that my now deceased customer/online friend, posted a photo rocking one of my creations. She always made it her own and would profess to all her followers how much she loved my line. One can't pay for that sort of word-of-mouth promotion.
When she passed away I had to come to grips that I was mourning for someone I didn't even know personally. However, the hurt was real. I wasn't alone. She had hundreds of comments on her last Instagram post from people who also confessed that although they never met her before they were truly sadden by her death.
You might be reading this thinking I was into deep; that if I sell apparel or tote bags that I shouldn't have this sort of deep connection with my customers. Sometimes the connections you make are bigger than making a sale or closing a deal.
If you ever find yourself in a predicament where you lose a client or customer, here are some tips to help you cope:
Acknowledge that you're grieving: Doctors and nurses lose patients all the time. Even lawyers, publicists & agents to the stars lose clients, so you're not alone if you genuinely feel sad about the death of a customer/client. If you need to cry, vent, or talk to your therapist, go ahead. There's nothing wrong with grieving over someone you've grown to know and admire.
Pay homage: If your deceased client/customer's family permits, pay homage on your social media feed or on your website. If you own bakery, you can name a cupcake in his or her honor. You decide how you want to pay tribute.
Donate to a cause that was near and dear to your client/customer's heart. In my case, I donated to a Go Fund Me set up for her children.
Pay your respects: If possible, attend your client/customers' funeral or memorial service. Paying your respects might provide the closure that you need.
Continue to build dynamic relationships: Losing someone is never easy, but this shouldn't prevent you from building dynamic relationships with your other clients/customers. If you and your deceased client/customer shared a genuine respect for each other, he or she would want to see you and your business thrive.
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Craig is worried he's not man enough for Edie and asks Zorn to help him become a warrior. Meanwhile, to get closer to Layla, Alan finds a way to change the thing about which he's most insecure, but ends up going to extremes.
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Greece is not only the islands, which are the main attraction in summer. The sun, the clear blue sea and the nightlife is the reason why people choose to visit Greece in summer.
However, if you come to Greece in autumn, you will avoid summer's inflated prices, hordes of tourists and high temperatures. You can still enjoy a warm enough sea to swim in and you can visit the mainland which has a rich nature and plenty of archeological sites. You only need to check the ferry and flights timetables as there are fewer off-season. Also, there are lots of festivals. Greece is a true paradise for cultural tourism, a large journey into history and art.
You can enjoy the stunning nature, and empty beaches in a fresh and cool climate with no crowds in sight. There is so much to see and do in Athens – there are so many historic monuments, museums, art galleries, theatres and temples, not to mention the fantastic local food and cosmopolitan nightlife – Athens truly has something for everyone.
If one could possibly ever get bored of this city then you only need to take a bus or train for one or two hours in any direction to be surrounded by beautiful Greek countryside, or in less than a day you can reach any of the famous Greek islands. If you love nature and the outdoors then the autumn and winter are the perfect time to enjoy the countryside around Athens and Greece. The colours are so beautiful and vibrant, the smell of the earth after the rain is wonderful and the air is cool and fresh.
During the winter months, people working in hospitality have much more time to spend socialising with customers – so if you enjoy chatting to the local people when you go out then the winter months may suit you much better. It often feels like a family home rather than just another busy hotel. The whole atmosphere in Athens is much more relaxed in the autumn and winter months and there are certainly still plenty of tourists, travellers and backpackers. Also, every Sunday during the winter most public museums and archaeological sites across Greece are free of admission!!
If you want to explore the stunning nature around Athens and Greece in a cool, fresh climate, visit all the archaeological and historical sites without them being overly crowded, if you're interested in meeting a variety of helpful, relaxed locals and travellers and backpackers from all over the world, and if you like to travel spontaneously without having to book weeks or months in advance or if you're travelling on a budget – then you may find that the perfect time to visit Athens and Greece is during the autumn or winter.


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If you find an abstract-only article and you want to read the whole thing, follow these steps:
If in doubt, always check with your Information Consultant before spending any money online.
If you have ever wondered why journals and peer reviewed journals matter Brian Cox explains in this clip.
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Paul Kraus is a mesothelioma survivor and the author of Surviving Mesothelioma. Mesothelioma is an uncommon form of cancer, usually associated with previous exposure to asbestos. In this disease, malignant (cancerous) cells develop in the mesothelium, a protective lining that covers most of the body's internal organs. Its most common site is the pleura (outer lining of the lungs and chest cavity), but it may also occur in the peritoneum (the lining of the abdominal cavity) or the pericardium (a sac that surrounds the heart).
Most people who develop mesothelioma have worked on jobs where they inhaled asbestos particles, or have been exposed to asbestos dust and fibre in other ways, such as by washing the clothes of a family member who worked with asbestos, or by home renovation using asbestos cement products.
Symptoms of mesothelioma may not appear until 30 to 50 years after exposure to asbestos.
Characterized by a shortness of breath and pain in the chest due to an accumulation of fluid in the pleural space, this is often symptoms of pleural mesothelioma.
Symptoms of peritoneal mesothelioma include weight loss and cachexia, abdominal swelling and pain due to ascites (a buildup of fluid in the abdominal cavity). Other symptoms of peritoneal mesothelioma may include bowel obstruction, blood clotting abnormalities, anemia, and fever.
If the cancer has spread beyond the mesothelium to other parts of the body, symptoms may include pain, trouble swallowing, or swelling of the neck or face. Be aware, however, that these symptoms may be caused by mesothelioma or by other, less serious conditions. Obtaining a diagnosis of mesothelioma is often difficult, because the symptoms are similar to those of a number of other, less serious conditions.
In June 1997, Mr. Kraus was diagnosed with mesothelioma (a "terminal" cancer) and given only a few months to live. More than eight years later, he is alive with a good quality of life having rejected surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy. He took an alternative approach to healing his cancer that encompassed mind, body, and spirit.
In his book about mesothelioma, Kraus sets out how he beat the odds. The introduction reflects Paul's inspiration and committment to life:
"In my eighth year after diagnosis I remain well. I have outlived my prognosis by at least seven years and the medical specialist I visited not long ago told me that 'you will be around for a lot longer yet.' My survival has been hard work. The underlying assumption with all that I have done, and continue to do, is a strong belief that our bodies are designed with amazing self-healing capacities."
Mr. Kraus has made himself available to other patients who would like to speak with him. The Surviving Mesothelioma website provides details about the book, how to speak directly with Mr. Kraus, facts and statistics about mesothelioma, conventional, alternative, biological and immuno-therapies, the latest medical news, directories of clinics that take a holistic approach to healing, and a patient forum where patients can share information and discuss issues of importance.
Get more information here: Understanding Mesothelioma
About the author: Judith Brandy is a writer, science fiction fan and cancer survivor who runs a SF website and a couple blogs on science fiction and dealing with cancer. Yes, it's an odd combination, but Judith's mission is to be both a haven against the storm of living with a serious illness and an educator on how-to take preventative, proactive steps. Her mission is to bring this information to the science fiction community.
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GARDEN BRUSCHETTA: A Family Affair
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If you grow a veggie garden in the summer, you understand the struggle of finding ways to use up all of your yummy produce. All of a sudden you have 125 zucchinis, 86 yellow squash, and 562 tomatoes... and it's go-time. What's the best thing to do with 562 tomatoes, you ask? Yup, bruschetta, baby!
My hubs, Jay, grows a mean garden. I don't know how he does it. It's a foreign concept to me since I kill every plant in my path. He won't let me near the garden. I mean, I'm not even allowed to water it. Plants get sick if I'm even near them and I swear you can hear the garden cough when I step outside.
Out of everything in our garden, Jay and I both love the tomatoes the most. I mean really, is there anything that's as delicious as fresh, garden tomatoes? Not too many things, that's for sure!
Jay grows at least five or six different kinds every year. One of the things we wait for all year long is our Garden Bruschetta. Omg, it is so delicious! We can't get enough of it! We love it so much, we started a family tradition three years ago.
We call it Family Bruschetta Movie Night.
Family Bruschetta Movie Night happens every time we have a big batch of garden tomatoes... Which happens often, given the fact that Jay is the Garden Whisperer. So what do we do on Family Bruschetta Movie Night, you ask?
Well, we make bruschetta of course! We set up a table smack dab in the middle of the living room in front of the TV, we rent a movie, we all have our own bowl of tomatoes, and then we proceed to dice tomatoes like bosses while we watch the show. It's so much fun!
Okay, I'm gonna let you in on a little secret. Shhhhh, don't tell anyone.
I was so damn sick of dicing tomatoes all by myself for hours on end while my family had fun all around me, I had to come up with a way to get out of it. I would dice tomatoes for what seemed like eons and then as soon as I was done, our 3,900 tomato plants spit out a new harvest. I had to find a way to get my life back. The tomatoes had stolen my life from me. My family continued frolicking in the summer sun while I was stuck at the table dicing tomatoes with pruned fingers.
Eureka! That's it! I will fabricate an entire evening around roping my family into helping me dice tomatoes! Omg, it was genius. Genius, I tell you!
Now don't get me wrong, it really is fun and it is truly a wonderful family tradition that we all look forward to, but it was created as a result of my dicing woes, hehe.
My girls get so excited each and every time. Kids love doing anything different. Sometimes the littlest change or the slightest out-of-the-ordinary event gets them so tickled. They just love setting up shop in the living room. They especially love getting to use knives. Now, they are only allowed to use plastic knives or butter knives but still, they normally aren't allowed even those. I mean they're little kids! But under strict supervision, we let them use the dull knives. It's pretty difficult to dice tomatoes with a butter knife, but they don't care at all, they keep hacking away just happy to feel like 'big' kids using knives.
Happy munchkins helping prepare a healthy dish and having family fun at the same time. You can't ask for more than that on a Wednesday night :)
The very first time we had Family Bruschetta Movie Night, about 20 minutes in Jay looked over at me, raised his eyebrow, and whispered, "Don't think I don't know what this family night is all about. I'm onto you."
Whatever dude, just keep dicing! And so he has... Three years later we're all still loving our Bruschetta Nights... and we're all still dicing!
This is a lot like the face I got when the jig was up, hehe.
But enough about my dicing dupery and tomato trickery, you want the recipe, right? Go gather up your favorite kinds of tomatoes and prepare for a party in your mouth!
If you have a small family or are just making this for yourself, you can halve the recipe. But you might regret it after you taste it and wish you had more ;)
12 cups of diced tomatoes (Any of your preferred varieties)
1 cup finely chopped green onions or leeks
1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup organic dried parsley
1 TBS organic dried basil
2 tsp organic garlic salt
1/4 tsp organic ground black pepper
1/4 tsp Himalayan salt or sea salt
14 cup sealed container
1. Put your diced tomatoes in a large bowl.
2. Before you add all of your ingredients to your diced tomatoes, drain the tomatoes the best you can. I use a slotted spoon and transfer the tomatoes from one bowl to another.
You'll be left with quite a bit of tomato juice.
3. Add all remaining ingredients to your tomatoes and stir well. After stirring, do a taste test. If desired, you can then add more seasoning or cheese depending on your own personal preference. Just keep stirring and tasting until you have it perfectly suited for you.
That's it! You're done!
You will have a full 14 cup container of ridiculous yumminess!
*If you really want to WOW everyone, serve your delicious garden bruschetta with garlic bread made from sliced french baguette bread. You will wow party guests and picnic goers like nobody's business! I promise you that people will make themselves sick by eating so much... and then thank you for it!
It's super easy!
French baguette bread
Parchment paper (or foil)
1. Slice your bread and put on a cookie sheet that's lined with foil or parchment paper.
2. Brush each piece of bread with olive oil and then lightly season with garlic salt and parsley.
3. Put under the broiler for just a few minutes (WATCH CLOSELY!)
People will go nuts for this stuff!
You don't even need to eat this bruschetta with bread to enjoy the deliciousness of it! I eat mine plain with a big spoon!
My favorite way is to top my eggs with it in the mornings.
There's lots of ways to eat this yummy bruschetta! Just use your imagination. Imagination never tasted so good! Here's some suggestions!
Taco/taco salad topping
Hamburger topping
Makes a super yummy relish for marinated flank steak
Mix with cottage cheese
Mix with rice for a new side dish
Salad topping
Deli sandwich topping
Sloppy Joe topping
Chicken parmesan topping
White pizza topping
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At The Conservation Center, we have the distinct privilege of seeing a remarkable variety of artworks and heirlooms come through our doors. We also have the privilege of getting to learn a bit about varied passions of the many dedicated collectors that seek conservation, and what it is that makes each of their collections unique. One such collector is Norm Bobins, who has come to The Conservation Center over the years with pieces ranging from Meissen Monkey Band figures and a porcelain candelabrum, to lacquered objects, paintings, engravings, and photographs in need of conservation. Recently, Norm and his wife Virginia, who is his constant collaborator in both life and collecting, brought a wooden rooster figure with an interesting story to The Center for treatment. We knew that we had to learn more about Norm's collecting history and the story behind this particular piece, so Heather Becker, The Center's CEO, sat down with Norm to discuss his eclectic collection.
Norm revealed that he first discovered his passion for collecting as a young boy, when he began to amass stamps as a hobby. Later, Norm started to collect more seriously, focusing on his interest in English sporting prints. As his collection of prints grew and he became increasingly familiar with the medium, he became discouraged by the fact that many of the prints he saw on the market had been removed from damaged books. Believing that these collections should be kept intact and restored rather than being dismantled and sold individually, Norm shifted his collecting habits, and started to collect color plate books. Today, Norm and Virginia's collection has grown and is comprised of a wide variety of artworks, including approximately one thousand color plate books, which are focused primarily on the subjects of costume, sporting, and travel.
Norm's interest in travel is not only represented in his books of prints, but in other arenas of his collection as well. Norm and Virginia often acquire items at auction and are in touch with art dealers around the globe, but a significant portion of their collection is acquired during their world travels. Not only can these mementos from trips be seen throughout their home, they also fill Norm's office.
Pieces collected during travel including a decorated wooden figure of a musician from Morocco, a mask purchased in South Africa, and a pair of paintings from Cuba can all be seen in Norm's office. There are also a number of roosters on display, including the one recently treated at The Center.
Like many of the other rooster figures in Norm's collection, the wooden figure by artist Roy Shippy was purchased in Jamaica and shipped back to Chicago to be displayed in Norm's office. Given that Norm does so much of his collecting while he is traveling, shipping has become a major consideration for him. He explained that while he has a preferred international shipper that he trusts to transport his artworks home safely, with long-distance transportation of fragile items, unexpected issues can arise. The rooster came to The Center after small holes were drilled in the piece during an inspection by US Customs officers. Norm remarked that the officers wanted to be sure that it was "just the rooster" coming into the United States.
As an active member of The Center's Advisory Board, and a devoted collector, Norm shares The Center's passion for preserving artworks for generations to come, and dedication to honoring the artist's intentions for each piece during every step of the conservation process. So when Norm discovered the damage to the rooster figure, he knew he could trust The Center to restore the piece.
The Center's Objects Department began by cleaning the piece to remove the light layer of grime that covered its surface. They then worked to reattach sections that had become detached in transit, and to fill and level the holes that had been drilled in the piece. Shrinkage splits in the piece were then stabilized using appropriate conservation methods, though they were not filled completely, as they were determined to be a part of the artist's intended rustic aesthetic for the piece. Finally, the repaired areas were colored to match the original coloring as best as possible.
All in all, Norm cites his collecting as both a fun and significant part of his life, noting that the three most important things to him are his relationship with his wife Virginia, his work, and his passion for collecting. We look forward to working with Norm on many more conservation projects as his fascinating collection continues to grow!


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Mad Science of Detroit is looking for energetic individuals to conduct our exciting camp programs throughout the metro Detroit area. Our Instructors are enthusiastic individuals who can teach and do hands-on science experiments with children.
We are hiring additional instructors for a full-day and half-day camps which run from mid-June to the end of August. We are seeking people in Wayne, Oakland, Macomb, Washtenaw & Livingston counties to work at camps in those areas.
- Have experience teaching and/or working with groups of children aged 3-12.
- Are outgoing and have a fun personality.
-be available to work Monday through Friday during June, July and August.
-have a strong work ethic.
-be able to pass a state and FBI background check.
-have dependable transportation.
-be responsible and reliable.
A science background is preferable but not required.
Lead Instructors earn $11/hour, Assistant Instructors earn $9/hour. We also pay a mileage allowance for travel to and from camp locations.
Training is provided in a successful system of fun and educational camp programs.


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In our defects blog series, we have so far covered the defects occurring in knitted and woven fabrics and also in embroidery. Now, we are going to take up the defects that occur in our final garments, and how can we control or correct them.
Garment defects can be caused due to the use of defective fabric, workmanship defects, and handling defects, and due to the defects in the trims and accessories being used in the garment.
1. Fabric defects: Part of the defects occurring in the final garment could be caused due to the defects in the fabric being used. In our previous articles, we have discussed the defects in knitted fabric and defects in woven fabric, their causes and possible remedies in depth.
2. Workmanship & handling defects: Garment manufacturing is a long process compromising of various stages, pattern making, spreading, cutting, sewing and finishing. Hence, defects can creep in any of or all of these stages, so we need to stay vigilant at each of these stages to ensure the desired quality of the final garment.
There is a variety of workmanship and handling defects that occur commonly in garments:
Pattern stage: There are various defects in patterns that mark the garment quality. At times patterns or parts of the patterns can be missing from the marker, or if the marker wasn't correctly labeled, we can end up with mixed garment parts, which can lead to garments with the wrong size of parts. In napped fabrics, if patterns are not facing the right direction, garment design can be compromised.
Pattern not properly aligned to fabric's grain line, or poor line definition can lead to inaccurate cutting. Skimpy marking to better utilize the fabric by not using the patterns' outside edge for cutting, or moving pattern to squeeze into smaller spaces, can lead to patterns with worn out edges or faulty and wrong sized parts, which leads to puckering or pleating when the garment parts are sewn together as they are not of correct sizes. Missing or displaced notches and drill marks, not enough knife clearance, wrong check matching, or wrong check boxing, all can hamper the quality of the final garment.
Spreading stage: Narrow fabric lay, misaligned plies, or not enough plies, all can lead to missing bits in the garment parts. Incorrect ply tension leads to size variations in the parts. Also, while spreading, incorrect ply direction, splicing errors, distortion in lay due to static between plies can lead to incorrect cutting, especially if the fabric has checks or stripes.
Cutting Stage: Failure to precisely follow the marker lines, leaning straight knife while cutting, using round knife on a considerably high speed, misplaced or incorrect notches and drill marks, frayed or fused edges due to blunt knife, faulty marker placement, etc. lead to distorted garment parts or missing bits which leads to quality issues at later stages.
Some of the defects that occur due to faulty workmanship and handling are:
• Shade variation:
• Seam puckering: Bunching of fabric in a seam is seam puckering.
• Open or broken seams: Openings or unstitched parts in seams.
• Broken stitches:
• Skipped stitches: Irregular stitches along the seam.
• Wavy seam: Wavy Seam occurs when the seam is not straight.
• Misaligned buttons and buttonholes:
• Untrimmed threads: Extra lose thread appearing along the seam.
• Out of tolerance sizing: The dimensions or measurements of the garment parts are not within the tolerance limits defined by the buyer.
3. Trims & Accessory defects: At times the use of wrong color or size of trims or embroidery or wrong placement of the same can also make the garment defective.
The defects that can appear in embroidery have been discussed in depth in our previous blog of this series "Embroidery Defects" (LINK). Other than embroidery defects some of the other commonly occurring trim defects are:
• Broken Trim: Use of broken or inoperable trim or if the trim is insecure.
• Wrong trim: The trim used differs in color or size, or might be missing when compared against the buyer's specification.
• Trim Bleeding:
With the knowledge of the commonly occurring defects and their causes and remedies, we can take measures to alleviate the risks of quality fallouts in our orders. Keeping the above pointers in mind, we can align the quality inspection process in our factories to produce quality output.
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• http://www.impactiva.com/blog/apparel-the-importance-of-performing-materials-qc-before-starting-production/
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• http://www.slideshare.net/hiteshhobbit/fabric-defects-11884107
• http://www.slideshare.net/InTouchQuality/garment-defects-58264246
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