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FIAT Brand Introduces New 2018 Fiat 500X Adventurer Edition
Posted on 12. Jun, 2018 by Jeff in Chrysler Canada
June 11, 2018
, Auburn Hills, Mich.
The FIAT code announced currently a new 2018 Fiat 500X Adventurer Edition, that adds another approach for FIAT business to find new paths with customized options on a Italian-designed, fun-to-drive tiny crossover.
"With all-wheel-drive confidence, best-in-class customary horsepower and torque and gentle seating for five, a Italian-designed Fiat 500X is fun to drive," pronounced Steve Beahm, Head of Passenger Car Brands – Dodge, SRT, Chrysler and FIAT, FCA – North America. "Built off a Trekking model, a new Adventurer package offers rugged, brave styling and nonetheless another event for business to personalize their Fiat 500X."
Adding to bland adventures with iconic Italian style, a Fiat 500X Adventurer Edition is formed on a Trekking indication and adds 18-inch aluminum wheels, black roof rails, orange counterpart caps and body-side graphic, cranky bows, and front and back dash guards. Inside facilities embody a molded back load tray and all-weather front and back jelly mats.
The 2018 Fiat 500X Adventurer Edition is accessible with 4 extraneous paint colors: Bianco Gelato (White Clear Coat), Nero Cinema (Black Clear Coat), Grigio Graphite (Graphite Grey) and Grigio Argentino (Grey Metallic). Interior colors embody black or brown.
The Adventurer Edition package is accessible for $945 on front-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive models, that start during $23,685 and $25,585 U.S. MSRP, respectively, incompatible destination.
The Fiat 500X Adventurer Edition arrives in FIAT studios this summer.
Fiat 500X Highlights:
- As a initial FIAT automobile accessible with all-wheel drive, a Fiat 500X delivers performance, fuel economy and capability by solemnly engineered systems and components
- Standard on a 500X Pop, a 1.4-liter MultiAir Turbo four-cylinder engine is interconnected with a six-speed primer smoothness and generates 160 horsepower and 184 lb.-ft. of torque for a energetic pushing experience
- The 2.4-liter Tigershark I-4 engine with MultiAir2 (standard on a Trekking and Lounge models; accessible on a Pop) is interconnected with a segment's initial nine-speed involuntary transmission, producing 180 horsepower and 175 lb.-ft. of torque. The nine-speed smoothness enables a automobile to optimize engine output, as good as aggressive launches and smooth, fit energy smoothness during highway speeds
- The all-wheel-drive complement uses a disconnecting back spindle to urge potency by shortening parasitic detriment when all-wheel expostulate is not needed
- The Dynamic Selector complement allows drivers to name a many suitable automobile pattern for opposite pushing conditions
- Loaded with scarcely 70 accessible modernized reserve and confidence features, including Forward Collision Warning-Plus, LaneSense Lane Departure Warning-Plus, rain-sensing windshield wipers, Blind-spot Monitoring and Rear Cross Path detection
- The 2018 Fiat 500X offers modernized technology, including Uconnect 4's 7-inch touchscreen radio with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto; navigation; Bluetooth hands-free calling, voice authority and streaming audio; and SiriusXM Radio. The accessible BeatsAudio reward sound complement includes 8 speakers and a subwoofer for studio-quality sound
- Apple CarPlay enables iPhone users to entrance Apple Maps, Messages, phone and Apple Music by Siri Voice control or a Uconnect touchscreen
- Android Auto enables easy and protected entrance to Google voice search, Google Maps and Google Play Music around a Uconnect 7-inch touchscreen or steering circle controls
- Uconnect 4 complement includes opening improvements with faster startup time, extended estimate power, clear imagery, and aloft fortitude and crook graphics
About FIAT Brand
The FIAT code stands for find by ardent self-expression. That truth is embodied by a iconic Fiat 500 or Cinquecento – a tiny automobile that lives big. Italian during heart and secure in a abounding heritage, a 500 is sole in some-more than 100 countries and is synonymous with modern, elementary pattern consistent form, function, record and a honour of tenure that is genuine.
In North America, a Fiat 500 was introduced in Mar 2011 and was shortly followed by a Fiat 500c (Cabrio), a high-performance Fiat 500 Abarth and Abarth Cabrio, a entirely electric Fiat 500e, the five-passenger Fiat 500L and a all-wheel-drive 500X crossover. The FIAT code continues to enhance with a introduction of a Fiat 124 Spider, a reconstruction of a iconic roadster that combines Italian style, opening and enchanting pushing dynamics.
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Sometimes I try (and inevitably fail) to gain some kind of perspective on my own life through the medium of writing this blog. What transpires as a result of it (meeting Mademoiselle MG, an invitation to the SF Symphony Gala, angry phone calls from my mother, nasty emails from performers, etc.), what I really want it to be, etc., are things which interest me. Last night I came across a blog called Echovar which made me realize this one still has quite a way to go before it's truly what I want it to be. "Echovar is Cliff Gerrish's blog on the Internet, economies, language, philosophy and the arts" and it's Gerrish's ability to traverse these topics with such fluid ease that I admire. I also like the clean look of the blog, so much so that I'm thinking of moving this one to WordPress. On the other hand, the chief editor of the very cool and diverse Spinning Patters, whom I didn't know I was speaking with at the Paulina Rubio show, had some very kind words to say about the A Beast in a Jungle the way it is now, which I truly appreciated.
There is a certain schizophrenic quality to this blog, not by design, but due to my own personal tastes and peccadilloes. Yeah, I like Paulina, Nelly Furtado and Latin Pop almost as much as I like Wagner and Beethoven, and part of the intent of this blog is to explicate how these aren't incompatible appreciations. It's all entertainment, art, a visceral response to the work of another human being- whatever you want to call it or how you label it is beside the point. Art doesn't exist in neat silos. We choose to place art into silos so we can better understand it or more easily make it part of our identity by associating ourselves with certain genres or representations- in doing so the art's identity or reputation is meant to reflect favorably upon our own. I reject this idea, though I understand it.
My teenage years were spent in the San Fernando Valley of the 1970's. The movie Fast Times at Ridgemont High, though based on a Pacific Palisades school, is an accurate representation of how and where I grew up. The influence of this area, at that time, has reverberated throughout American culture more than I can possibly explain, but if you were there and lived it then you know what I mean.
I vividly remember the first time I danced to Donna Summer's "I Feel Love" and what a liberating experience it was to feel that immesne Giorgio Moroder beat pulsating through my body and hear Donna's orgasmic sighs as I danced with a girl named Veronica at the Teen Center on Victory Blvd. The mantra at the time was "disco sucks," but how could that be true when nothing sounded so sublime and nothing sounded better than the Trammp's "Disco Inferno" pumping through my friend Stan's Chevy Nova's AM radio at full gloriously distorted blast- except perhaps for the sound of Ozzy's hacking cough and Tony Iommi's monster riffs that lead off Black Sabbath's "Sweet Leaf," played at maximim volume as you took a huge hit from the bong at a party with your friends?
Many years later, when Veronica showed up at an amateur stripping contest in North Hollywood, where I was the emcee/dj, she asked me to play a certain Patti Smith song ("Because the Night") that was popular during the summer we spent together as she performed her routine. It was a Proustian moment unlike any other I've ever had. Fifteen years after that summer, I was reliving it all over again.
Why am I going on about this? Well, because I know there are few blogs where you'll find "Proustian" and "amateur stripping contest" in the same sentence. And that's pretty much the purpose behind the Beast.
In the next few weeks readers may see a lot of posts about KISS on this blog. The first concert I ever attended was in early 1976 and it was the first KISS Alive tour. Now the band is doing a 35 year anniversary tour and yeah, I'm going to go see it in November. Between now and then, I'll see a number of operas, performances by the San Francisco Symphony and a few concerts by bands or performers who sing in Spanish that many of you may have never heard of before. And yet it all strikes a chord, a chord that resonates like "Smoke on the Water" the first time you heard it on a radio, or the piano's entrance in Beethoven's 3rd Piano Concerto, or experiencing the communal release when Enanitos Verdes launches into "Lamento Boliviano" during one of their concerts and the audience is singing along louder than the band is playing it. The essential, unique feeling that music alone can convey to make one feel alive is present in all those moments and those moments feel the same no matter what the genre of music is, whether the notes comes from a Gibson Birdland or a Strad. This much I know is true- and it started with that KISS concert way back in the day. It's my own rock and roll madeleine.
Earlier I posted a notice about a local Enanitos Verdes concert this Friday night that also mentioned a concert they are performing tonight in Salt Lake City. Oddly enough, I've received a tremendous amount of blog hits today via search engines regarding the Salt Lake concert coming from many parts of the country (and Mexico). Mademoiselle MG is at that show right now and she told me there are about a thousand people there having a great time as I write this post. I suspect there are many people experiencing the sensory equivalent of dipping a madeleine into a cup of tea tonight, all over the world, in various venues, who've never heard of Proust (or Enanitos Verdes for that matter)- and yet though he may have best transcribed the experience into words, it doesn't really matter- people every where still feel it- and I think that is what really matters.
Does that interest you? I'm not sure I can articulate why, but it interests me immensely. And there we are.

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No Prize for Pain
by Leela • April 26, 2019 • Uncategorized
You know what I'm noticing? I'm finally reaching college levels of productivity again. In my junior year of college I was doing really well, by many standards. Yes, I had depression and anxiety, yes I was probably underslept. But I was singing, I was working, I was skiing, I was going to class. My...Read more →


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Interview with virtuoso guitarist Judicael Perroy
Originally Published with Guitar International Aug 2013
By: Brad Conroy
Judicael Perroy is easily one of the finest classical guitarists in the world today. Among his achievements are numerous recordings for the prestigious NAXOS label, he has given concerts in the finest halls all around the world, won first prize at the GFA competition, and plays with such a brilliant intensity that he has easily earned his spot amongst the best.
Receiving his Licence de Concert from Ecole Normale de Musique in Paris where he studied with the renowned Alberto Ponce. Perroy went on to win the prestigious first prize at the Guitar Foundation of America International Competition in 1997, which no doubt helped to open the door to his international success.
Perroy is not only an incredible performer, but he is also gifted teacher too. He has been sought after to give concerts and masterclasses at Universities and Festivals all over the world, and since 2004 he has been the Professor of guitar at the Ecole Nationale de Musique d'Aulnay-sous-Bois.
Guitar International found time to sit down with Judicael Perroy last summer at the International Guitar Festival in Brno, Czech Republic, where he gave us some insights into his career, practicing, recording and more.
Brad: How did you get started with the guitar?
Judicael: I started the guitar when I was six or seven, basically, because my dad was playing and listening to a lot of classical guitar, and one day he pushed me toward learning the guitar as opposed to beginning with piano or violin, and within a few months, I liked it.
Brad: What music were you listening to growing up?
Judicael: I would say from seven to thirteen, I was listening to just the classical guitar greats like John Williams. When I reached fourteen, this is when I began to listen to a lot of classical piano music, and now in my house I have around 2,000 piano CDs. I am really interested in the imagination and Interpretation, and this is such a big part of the piano repertoire. I can identify more pianists than I could guitarists just by listening because I am more familiar with those recordings.
Brad: Was there any guitarist who inspired your incredible Bach interpretations?
Judicael: I don't really know enough of the players to say that I like this one or that one. It isn't the one I like the most, but I was intrigued a bit by the way Paul Galbraith was playing Bach. When I listen to Bach I prefer to hear it on the keyboard, so I do not really know how all the guitarists are performing it these days.
Brad: Do you think it is necessary to study at a University in order to become a concert classical guitarist?
Judicael: I think having a diploma is very nice if you want to find a good teaching position, and perhaps in terms of having the knowledge that you gain from studying, but every person is the exception. In terms of being a good musician however, there are no rules. When Evgeny Kissin was twelve years old I am sure he didn't know all that much, but he was already performing at a very virtuosic level already. I think that talent and hard work are more important.
Brad: Are you an improviser or composer?
Judicael: I don't improvise and have never really studied it either. I was always more interested in interpretation. I wish I could compose, but I can't say that I do. I think that one of the problems new music is facing is that there aren't many truly great composer performers. There is a separation between the two, and not just for guitar, but with a lot of the instruments – you know, in piano, violin, and orchestra. I think that the last very famous composer, who was a player, I guess, was Rachmaninoff. There are a lot of players who compose, but it is usually obvious that they excel at one or the other. As for me, I hope that I have some talent to play, but I'm quite sure that I don't have the talent to compose, so I don't compose.
Brad: Why do you use two footstools?
Judicael: Ahhh, it's just because in my house, I'm very used to playing on the sofa; I don't need any footstool. So I use two to make it feel like I am on the couch not using any. I do this pretty often, except when the chair is very low.
Brad: How do you feel about the guitar support gadgets?
Judicael: I hear that they are good for the back, but I don't use one of those. I think it is a personal thing, in a way to me you lose a connection to the instrument with one of those, but I never tell someone that they should do what I do. I have nothing against it, and if it helps you play better and feel better then you definitely should use one.
Brad: You play with extraordinarily long nails.
Judicael: Yeah, they are long; it's not on purpose. I think it is because of the guitar I am using. I didn't have this long of nails when I won the GFA, but after I started playing my current guitar they just kept getting longer. It isn't really a conscious thing, but I am lucky that my nails are naturally strong too.
Brad: What is your favorite repertoire to play?
Judicael: Oh, there are many things, but I would say that I like the music of Ponce a lot right now, and will be something that I will be performing a lot of in next year. But of course, there is Dowland, Bach, and Takemitsu – I mean, those are the guys.
Brad: You appear at so many Guitar Festivals each year, what is something that you take away from them?
Judicael: I really like them because it is a great mixture of people, cultures, and there are a lot of good students that I meet who eventually come to Paris and study with me at the conservatory. I have met many of my students at festivals like this. Then of course there are all of the masterclasses, concerts, and seeing new places always makes these festivals a great experience.
Brad: What chamber music projects are you working on?
Judicael: Recently I have been playing with this very good cellist, and next year I will be recording a CD with Patrick Gallois, the great French flute player.
Brad: Favorite cities to perform in?
Judicael: I like big cities. I'm from Paris, so, of course, I like big cities, because there is much more to do. I like to go to the museum and take in cultural and historical sights. It is difficult to say where my favorite city is, but I like European cities the most. In the U.S. it is a little more difficult for me because I can't drive there. New York is amazing, and I am very excited that I will be on holiday there next week. I play a lot in Mexico, and German cities I like a lot because they really appreciate classical music.
Brad: The rumor is that you don't practice very much?
Judicael: My practice habits are very strange, and I don't like to say too much. In fact, I don't practice the guitar. With new pieces, I just learn the piece, but when I don't do new pieces, I just don't practice.
Brad: At all?
Judicael: No. I mean, in maybe two months I do 20 hours of guitar. Just before the concert tomorrow, with the new pieces, I just practice until I know the new piece, but when I know the piece, I just don't practice.
There was a time back in '93 where I practiced a lot, and another time in 2000 where for five months I was in the U.S. giving classes at Stetson University and I had a lot of free time, so I was practicing all day. Most of the time outside of those two brief periods, I just learn my pieces in 2-3 hours a day, but many days I practice much less than that. I don't know; sometimes you feel guilty. Of course, when I learn new pieces, I need to practice.
Brad: How much did winning the GFA help your career?
Judicael: In many ways it helped tremendously. I have done a lot less competitions than most of my colleagues though. I think I have done about five competitions, so it is very hard to say just how much it has helped.
Brad: Do you think it is good, to turn music into a competition?
Judicael: Yeah, I mean, it's OK. What other way is there to decide who is going to give the concerts? The winner of the competition is usually the one who was more beautiful, or the one who wanted it more. It is difficult, but it is like what we say in France about democracy, it is the worst system, but it is better than the opposite.
Brad: Any insights on how to record well, and handle being under the microscope?
Judicael: It can be very difficult to record well. Basically you just have to be ready to play and be able to forget about the microphone. Remember the energy you get from performing in front of an audience, and try to capture that in the studio. It is easy to become boring, especially after you have done a few takes of the piece. You have to fight against that and continue to deliver the interpretation with the energy that you want.
Brad: What have been a few highlights from your career?
Judicael: Difficult to say. I guess the first concert that I gave abroad, which was a long time ago, and I always like when I play a concert in Paris, because I rarely play in my own city. Winning the prestigious GFA definitely play's in, and I have to say that I am very lucky to be performing in amazing halls in all the best cities like Moscow, Amsterdam, or Seattle to name a few, I really like this.
Brad: So few people can have a career as a concert guitarist. What is the secret?
Judicael: Many things. I won't say that being good enough is the only key. There are some very good players that don't make a career and many not-so-good players making a career. It's not the only thing, but sometimes luck is also very important. It's very strange. I think committing to it and putting it before many other things, if not everything is a big part too. I am sometimes away from home for a month or two at a time giving concerts and classes and going form one city to the next, and a lot of people don't like that. So, I think sacrifice also plays a big part too.
Brad: What can we look forward to in the coming year?
Judicael: Next year I have a tour in Japan which I am excited about, and will also be giving concerts in the U.S.
Brad: Are you coming to Chicago?
Judicael: No, I don't think so. I will be in the U.S. from the end of February to the middle of May. Other than that, and the CD that I will be working on there are too many things that will be keeping me busy.


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Giving a face-lift to digital assets through our user-centric design.
For product insights, we conduct user testing and usability audit.
Providing an optimized digital solution to boost-up conversion rate.
Helping companies understand the emerging opportunities in the market.
Making digital assets accessible and compliant-friendly for all types of users.
06 February 2018
UX is a buzzword that has made rounds in the design world, advocated and embraced by designers and developers everywhere. By now, most of the people know that UX stands for User Experience. But knowing what it stands for isn't the same as actually understanding the concept. Even people from the UX designing industry have a hard time explaining what UX is, to their clients. Technological barriers and failure to understand certain concepts lead to misinterpretations and unavoidable misconceptions.
These are 5 most common myths about UX. Let's bust them one at a time.
UX is often perceived to be a verb by many a people. Clients ask designers to 'do the UX' for them. But what do they actually intend to say?
'Doing the UX' means:
• Providing a clear structure
• Writing a copy that complements the design
• Rendering a seamless navigation
• Improving the performance and speed
• Deriving rich data through extensive research
• Transforming the journey of users
It is important to understand that UX isn't one step in the process, but is integrated into the entire development. It isn't a part of a checklist, but an ongoing effort throughout the evolution of the product or service.
You don't 'do the UX'; you 'enhance the UX'.
Most clients deduce that one single person is responsible for successfully formulating, designing, implementing and validating the user's experience with a product. But this isn't the case. The process of UX is a multitude of joint effort of a dedicated team.
As a result, UX companies are adopting an agile approach which involves iteration and continuous feedback and planning, testing, integration, and other forms of continuous progression of both the project and the software.
For successful execution of UX strategies, a well coordinated design-centric team consisting of marketers, engineers, product managers, etc., must work alongside a team of writers, researchers, aligned with UX needs and can easily get started with the build process on their own, rather than waiting for the core design team to initiate the mock-up first.
Source: Google
Hence, yielding a successful UX is anything but a one-man job.
User Experience and User Interface aren't synonymous. UI is, in fact, a part of the overall UX. While they're not mutually exclusive, the two terms also cannot be used interchangeably. It's nearly impossible to work on user experience without considering the user interface—and vice-versa. In a majority of cases, the UX designer does, as a matter of fact, design the interface.
At the most basic level, the user interface (UI) is the series of screens, pages, and visual elements—like buttons and icons—that you use to interact with a device.
User experience (UX), on the other hand, is the internal experience that a person has as they interact with every aspect of a company's products and services.
Source: Google
It isn't UI/UX, it's UI and UX.
Minimalism under the guise of simplicity is definitely on top of the list. While simplicity is indeed a key factor for product triumph, it is frequently confused with tremendous reduction. The concept of minimalism is getting popular but it is important to understand that it isn't the only option available. The overall experience of a website differs based on the product offering and culture. A graphic designing company and a B2B site, do not essentially offer the same kind of experience offline, so why must they seem similar online. Quirky animations and vibrant colours can provide a unique identity and character to certain products and services.
Minimalist designs and interfaces may often lead to hidden complications, causing more resistance and cognitive load.
Furthermore, consideration must be taken to make sure not to oversimplify for the sake of minimalism. While widely believed 'Less is more', sometimes 'Less is also, insufficient'.
Another misconception is that clients recognize UX as yet another marketing approach, a choice that can be overlooked. What they fail to understand is that UX will take place regardless of any marketing efforts. UX Designers don't just write a simple line a code and simply "add" UX to an interface. The UX was already there?— and was probably making the user's life miserable.
Clients are in a fix whether or not they should hire a UX designer. Consumers experience subliminal perception from marketing messages that influence them without their conscious knowledge. In a similar fashion, users go through experiences while interacting with a product/service.
Source: Google
So, the ultimate choice here is to either improve the experience or deteriorate it.
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Clinical Lead GP - £12,500
- Recruiter
- McGinley Healthcare
- Location
- Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
- Salary
- £12,500/ Non Clinical Session + Indemnity, 35 days holiday, Pension + Several Benefits
- Posted
- 10 Apr 2019
- Closes
- 10 May 2019
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- Clinical Lead 1
- Function
- Director, Partner, Salaried GP
- Sector
- Hours
- Full Time
- Contract Type
- Permanent
A good proactive surgery in Nottingham are looking for a Clinical Lead GP to join their surgery and earn fantastically of £12,500 / session plus several benefits.
Our pro-active client have a purpose-built surgery with parking on site. They have seen significant improvement in their surgery recently and as such are now looking for a Clinical lead GP join their practice and be an essential part of the team and growth plans. To them, their GPs are an integral part of the team and will be very well looked after both on a personal and business level. They now seek a leader to further support and progress the surgery as they continue to improve their service. Being a part of a partnership, they have a full quota of support staff including experienced GPs and business leaders. On site there is a full team of GPs, Admin, Nurses with very much a family feel and loyalty.
The Package
- Up to £12,500/ Non Clinical Session
- £11,000 / Normal Session
- Full indemnity cover
- NHS Pension
- 35 days holiday
- 15 minute appointments
- Free parking on site
- Flexible working schedule
As a Clinical Lead this role would be ideal for a GP who has come from a training background or one that's wants to lead a team and surgery to the next stage. You can work anything from 6-9 sessions per week. A day set up to suit but representative of AM / PM surgeries admin and home visits, using SystmOne. Having met the client personally, I can't recommend them highly enough and this is a real opportunity to earn handsomely in a great environment and lovely surgery. For more information and to apply…. You know what to do!
Roberto Orlandi - 0203 962 5634 - email@example.com


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Category: Ballot Access News
SPRINGFIELD (Heartland Newsfeed) — As the ballots for the November 6 general election become certified,.
ALBUQUERQUE (AP) — Former Libertarian presidential candidate Gary Johnson said in seeking to make history.
ST. LOUIS (Heartland Newsfeed) — From the special election in Ohio's 12th Congressional District to.
SPRINGFIELD (Heartland Newsfeed) — A Libertarian candidate for Illinois governor spoke out in response to.
(Heartland Newsfeed) — Illinois is unfortunately known for political corruption and the suppression of voter.
The following guest editorial was previously published yesterday by the Northwest Herald editorial board. Monday.
SPRINGFIELD (Heartland Newsfeed) — Candidates, party officers and volunteers representing the Libertarian Party of Illinois.
SPRINGFIELD (Heartland Newsfeed) — It is crunch time this weekend as third party candidates assemble.
CHICAGO (Heartland Newsfeed) — Kash Jackson, the Libertarian candidate for Illinois governor, made an appearance.
CHICAGO (Illinois News Network) — A Federal judge has ruled that a lawsuit accusing House Speaker.


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We have selected renown European contemporary outdoor furniture for our favorite garden design; Swedish teak, traditional French and contemporary from Belgium, Italy and Spain, accessories with modern lines' from Denmark, and a refreshing Philadelphia-base maker. Our furniture and accessories are a unique combination of contemporary design with historical influence, a funky twist of colors and a quality to withstand everything that nature throws at them.
Skargaarden is an exquisite Swedish outdoor furniture manufacturer from Gävle, a small town on the Baltic coast. Skargaarden designs furniture in the Scandinavian tradition inspired by everything from early American shaker style to the Bauhaus design.
A 125+ years old French manufacturer, Fermob is the designer you see at each corners of the Parisian parks and gardens, from the Tuilleries garden to the Luxembourg garden with their historical and unique lines of outdoor furniture. Fermob is also known for its colors, creating innovative, clever, practical and fun garden furniture and accessories, filling your world with joy.
Belgian designer and manufacturer of luxurious outdoor furniture since 2002, Manutti's vision has been very clear: creating a sense of exclusivity in a relaxed and enjoyable outdoor environment. In every step of the products' creation quality is Manutti's driving force. The quest for quality extends to everything they do, from the design, the materials, the production process, to the finishing. This passion for quality and love of design results in luxurious outdoor furniture that enables people to relax and enjoy their precious outdoor moments in all its exclusivity.
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It's about generating smiles. To share the optimism. To spread your dreams. It's about feeling good. To surround yourself with the things you like. To never stop playing and learning. It's about living new experiences, not just collecting them, but savouring them. To improvise, to take changes, to ask why not. It's about living intensely, to enjoy a moment until it fades away.
A sincere passion for design, craftsmanship and aesthetics was the essential element in the foundation of Ferm Living back in 2006. Based from Copenhagen, Ferm Living has developed a distinctive and confident contemporary design with a touch of mid-century charm in line with theirs Scandinavian design heritage bringing life and beauty to your home.
Brown Jordan Fires deliver an outdoor experience that inspires people to gather around and share in the warmth of an open fire with fire pits, fire tables and the Lumen lantern.
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The Signet Single Earring
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The Signet Single Earring
Inspired by Faith Connexion's penchant for reinvention and irreverence, the jewelry takes rings fashioned after heirloom jewelry and makes them relevant to the new generation.
A signet ring repurposed and redesigned as a single earring.
Polished brass plated in white rhodium.
Dimensions: 0.55" x 0.83" x 0.83"
Pieces are custom made in New York City. Depending on location, allow 3-4 weeks for receipt of order.
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Ten Bucks Theatre Announces Upcoming Double Auditions!
For: Fawlty Towers Meets Monty Python, Part 3
Ten Bucks Theatre brings you two more outrageous episodes of Fawlty Towers with plenty of Python hilarity in between. Ten Bucks will perform at The Grand in Ellsworth March 18, 19, 20, 21, 25 and 26. And soon to be announced dates in the Bangor area!
(Photo by Anne Schmidt)
For: Romeo and Juliet
Ten Bucks is back next summer with a vengeance! One of the most popular plays during Shakespeare's lifetime, Romeo and Juliet is about 'extremes'. From ancient hatred comes a love so pure it cannot survive; yet its destruction heals wounds thought impossible to mend.
Performed in beautiful Indian Trail Park July 22, 23, 24, 25, 29, 30, 31, and Aug. 1. Thurs. through Sat. shows at 6PM. Sunday matinees at 4PM.
Also at Fort Knox in Bucksport on Aug. 6 and 7. Times to be announced, soon.
When: Jan. 23, 12-3pm
Where: Kominski Auditorium, in Bangor, on the Husson Campus
When: Jan. 24, 12-3pm
Where: The Grand, in Ellsworth
Actors may audition for one or both shows. Prepared Shakespearean monologues are welcome, as well as reading from the script(s). English accents for Fawlty, but not for Romeo and Juliet, please.
A second audition or later callbacks may be announced.
Contact Julie Lisnet
Ten Bucks Theatre
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Can US Mayors Confront Racism? Will They?
"There can be a meanness,an ugliness" in sports.
Kareem Adbul-Jabbar: "I couldn't believe that someone could have that much bigotry inside and think that it was OK" when referring to Sterling and his racist comments.
"Former Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Michael Irvin told the mayors' meeting he hopes the Sterling drama will serve as a catalyst for positive changes in society.
"We can focus on Donald Sterling all we want or we can be smart about it and focus on what we can all accomplish when we come together as one,"" Michael Irvin said.


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I am writing this now from a place far removed from what I picture here. But my holiday laziness and the enchanting nature of Paris have put me far behind, so now it is time to catch up. Here I have a recipe for my Auntie Jacqueline's Orange and Rose Polenta Tea cake. We practiced a lot of recipe swapping and sharing during our visit, featuring cake, pies, and fab homemade donuts by our family friend Nadia, who was trying her (talented) hand at the Bread Ahead recipe for filled donuts. My last post included a photo of the raspberry ripple and caramel honeycomb donuts Onni and I got from Borough Market, and they were without a doubt some of the best donuts I have ever tasted (up there with Dough Donuts from Brooklyn, which so far have sat as my number 1 on the list). I highly suggest visiting their stall in Borough Market if you find your self there, as well as having a wee look into the windows of the kitchen on site where Bread Ahead holds their baking courses, you might be lucky enough to see one in action.
We wanted to see something more of England, and our short time there permitted only a day's trip to somewhere close by, so my Uncle and Aunt suggested Oxford. A university town with a rainbow of colored houses lining the streets, Oxford provided us with a lovely day out. We were lucky enough to have the sun shining. We only had a few hours to have lunch and a wee stroll, as we had to get back to London in time to pack up all of our stuff and head to the over night bus leaving from Victoria Station to Paris.
My Auntie Jacqueline, whom we stayed with in London, made this cake for us during our stay. I believe it was something my Grandma passed along to her, that she had picked up in the guardian one day. A perfect tea cake, with an orange soak and a hint of rose flavor, this cake can be enjoyed on it's own or with creme fraiche, or just plain whipped cream. I was drawn to this cake by its fresh spring flavors, moist texture, and by the fact that it is gluten free, and therefore adaptable to dietary restrictions. I am also a massive fan of rose water and rose flavor in baking, with Apple Rose pie being a favorite of mine for a long time. I have listed the recipe below. It is best served after it has had a few hours in the fridge, or overnight, so as to let all of the flavors and orange soak settle and permeate, so some planning ahead might be necessary.
Jacqueline's Orange and Rose Polenta Cake (GF)
things you'll need
9-inch cake tin, preferably springform
large mixing bowl
hand held beaters (or standing mixer)
small sauce pan
for the cake batter
225g butter (at room temperature)
125g (1/2 cup & 2 tbsp) white sugar
100g (1/2 cup) dark muscovado sugar
4 eggs, beaten
225g (2 cups & 1/3 cup) ground almonds
115g (1/2 cup & 2 tbsp) polenta
Juice and zest of 3 oranges
A large pinch of rose petals
1½ tsp baking powder
for the orange soak & topping
100g (1/2 cup) white sugar
75ml orange juice
A small handful of rose petals
Zest of 1 orange
what to do
first, preheat the oven to 160˚C/325˚F. grease the cake tin with butter and line with parchment paper. in the large bowl cream together the softened butter and sugars until pale and fluffy. then add the eggs one by one, waiting between each addition in order to ensure the mixture doesn't split.
second, add the polenta and ground almonds, and combine on a lower speed if using the mixer or fold if doing by hand. once the batter is smooth add the orange zest, juice, rose petals, and baking powder, and mix to combine. then pour the batter into the cake tin and pop in the oven. bake for 55 minutes, or until a skewer inserted in the center comes out clean.
third, while the cake is baking prepare the orange soak. place the orange juice and sugar in a small sauce pan over medium high to bring to the boil. let simmer for 3-5 minutes until it has thickened slightly to a light syrup.
lastly, once the cake has cooled but is still warm, poke 15-20 holes in the sponge with a skewer or fork. then pour the syrup over it, tilting the cake to help disperse the syrup. sprinkle the remaining rose petals and orange zest over the cake. then put the whole thing in the fridge over night. serve as preferred, with cream, creme fraiche or plain. serves 12.
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Each and every living organism is different in the way their body functions. There is a different pattern followed by the body making it unique. However, it is not just the biology that you need to understand but the way it works is also extremely important. This is usually referred to as ladies problem that is termed for the menstrual cycle. There is a number of issues faced due to mensuration cycle such as irregular period, heavy bleeding, brown discharge instead of a period on birth control etc.
When a lady is going through her mensuration cycle, she faces a lot of trouble such as cramps, blood, heavy flow, and the list goes on. However, the thing that made them anxious is brown blood on the first day. The things turn more stressful for her when she starts to overthink the situation such as "Brown Discharge Instead of Period – Could I Be Pregnant?". First of all no need to worry, let us go through some important factors for the brown discharge.
What exactly is Dark Brown Discharge?
It is the vaginal discharge that often occurs on daily basis and not specifically during the period. Even if it is during the period, you need to understand that it is just old blood. Sometimes, the old blood didn't come out in the previous cycle then it is split off in the next uterus cycle which made it appear brown. There are different reasons for it as well that differ for a pregnant lady and not pregnant.
Brown Discharge During Pregnancy:
During the pregnancy, a lady undergoes the light spotting or discharge as a sign of pregnancy. However, only 20 per cent of women suffer this spotting while others don't. Brown discharge instead of a period is due to the implantation bleeding when the fertilised egg dens up in the uterus lining. It can go for over 2 weeks after the fertilisation of the egg.
Also Helpful : Black Blood During Pregnancy – Explained
Dark Brown Discharge When Not Pregnant:
There is a number of reasons for brown discharge when a lady is not pregnant such as:
- At the beginning of the mensuration cycle where the brown discharge will be light.
- Blood discharge after few days of mensuration cycle. Hence, it is a dark brown discharge instead of a period.
- The pinkish brown ovulation spotting.
- The vaginal exam or pap smear test
If you are of the age 40 to 50 and still wondering "Why is my period blood brown?" then the reason is simple. It is the sign of perimeno pause. It is the situation that happens just before a lady experience the menopause situation.
Serious Causes of Brown Period Blood
Above mentioned causes are the common one that can happen anytime and is not a being deal. However, this situation is not something that you can ignore since there is a number of serious problems that can arise. Few of the symptoms will include:
Sexually Transmitted Disease
It is not always the case but there are instances that you will face the sexually transmitted disease (STD) problem of having brown blood discharge. The main problems are Chlamydia and Gonorrhea. However, don't skip to the problem. There are many other symptoms as well that can guarantee it for you:
- Smelly discharge
- Burning sensation while urinating
- Painful sex
If you are sexually active, then it is better to get checked beforehand only to avoid any problem. You don't have to worry as there are STDs that can be treated easily while other might involve serious treatment. It will include an antibiotics treatment.
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
Another reason for brown period blood is uterus or cervix infection. The other symptoms of PID will be:
- Painful sex
- Lower abdomen and pelvic pain
- Smelly discharge
- Fever
- Burning sensation while urinating
It is essential to get it treated as soon as possible to avoid any future complications.
Cervical Cancer
The rarest case disease that is faced due to brown blood is cervical cancer. It is only around 0.6 per cent as per the National Cancer Institute all through the life. The other symptoms will include;
- Bleeding after sexual activities
- Painful sex
- Longer and heavier periods
If you are confused about it then it is essential to speak to a doctor. Pap test is the main test done by the doctor for cervical cancer. This test helps in detecting the abnormal cells that reside in the cervix.
PCOS – Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
It can even be a hormonal imbalance that is termed as PCOS. You will experience light irregular bleeding in such situations. There are other symptoms of PCOS that must be considered:
- No periods
- Irregular mensuration cycle
- Excessive hairs on body and face
- Heavy bleeding
- Oily or acne skin
- Pain in pelvic
- Not getting pregnant even after trying
- Discoloured skin or dark patches
According to NIH – National Institutes of Health, PCOS is not a unique condition. If you consider an average then there are around 8 to 25 per cent of women that can still reproduce to have PCOS.
When to meet the doctor and Things to Avoid
Encountering dark brown discharge instead of the period doesn't necessarily require a doctor trip. However, it is better to get in touch with the doctor to make sure that you don't have any serious problem. If you feel any of the following things then make a doctor's visit as soon as possible.
- Continuous bleeding for several days.
- Bleeding after sex
- Bad smell
- Cramping or pain
- Vaginal itching
The most irritating sign during the brown discharge will be a foul smell. This will increase if any of the foreign objects are left in the vagina for a longer period of time. The objects will include condoms, tampons, contraceptive rings and vaginal contraceptives (cervical caps, diaphragms, or sponges). Hence if you see brown discharge with bad smell then it is better to visit the doctor as soon as possible.
Brown discharge instead of period on Birth Control
Before a period, pink or brown discharge or spots may be the initial sign of pregnancy. Not every pregnant person will experience this symptom, but some do.
Brown discharge during period occurs due to implantation bleeding, which may occur when the fertilized egg is suppressed in the lining of the uterus. Transplant bleeding may occur after 1 to 2 weeks of fertilization of the egg.
Anyone who experiences bleeding after having unprotected sex should be tested for pregnancy.
Anyone who is pregnant and experiences dark brown discharge should talk to the doctor. However, brown discharge during pregnancy is not usually the cause of concern. In rare cases, it can be an indicator of ectopic pregnancy or abortion.
Final Thoughts and Should I be worried?
There is no special treatment of dark brown discharge instead of period since it is extremely normal. However, additional symptoms can make the matter worse for you. Hence, it is better to get it checked before moving further. Even if you have reached the menopause stage and still have dark discharge then get it checked to avoid the serious condition.
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I am fearless and sometimes fearlessness throws common sense aside. My youngest and I some years back would frequently go cross-country skiing. I don't know about you but if the sun happens to be out, I am confident about the direction I am taking. This true event occurred on a cloudy and snow filled day. We were novices at skiing and I unthinkably chose an unmarked area for our afternoon adventure. It was very cold, gray and the snow was falling steadily. No other people were anywhere. This should have been a warning sign to me.
After a couple of hours skiing, we decided to make our way back to the small ski shack located in the parking lot. We soon accepted the fact that we were hopelessly lost and our tracks covered by the non-stop snowfall. Besides being numb, tired and hungry, I realized that we were dressed in clothes that blended well with the snow-covered landscape. We were minus matches or a flashlight and at that time did not have a cell phone. In other words, we were basically alone, no other people seen all afternoon and it was quickly turning dark.
At this point, we had a choice to either panic or ask for Celestial help. I said a brief and urgent prayer. In minutes, two figures appeared a great distance away from where we were. They beckoned us to follow. With gratitude and relief, we moved toward our silent leaders. We followed them for what seemed forever. Although they stayed in view, they never came close to us even when I once fell. They simply would patiently stop and then slowly move on. By the way, no other life was seen anywhere! When much later we finally reached an area that I recognized, the two figures disappeared without a word as quickly as they had appeared. When my young son and I did arrive at the ski shack the parking lot was dark and empty except for my car. No trace of people or cars anywhere. If our helpers had been human, they wouldn't have had time to remove skis. Also, a car would have left tracks.
I called out to the dark sky and the cold wind and said, "Thank you, thank you whoever and whatever you are." The next day when an attendant was available in the small ski shack, I revisited and told her our story. She estimated we had traveled six miles distance from the parking lot. She also mentioned how lucky we were because wild dogs had been reported in the area attacking deer. I did ask her if the park district at some point would have noticed our car and check as to what happened to the occupants. 'Eventually', was her answer.
The loving assistance we did receive had to be another form of intelligent life. There wasn't any other car parked in the lot at any time except mine. We strongly believe that there are celestial beings that help those who call on them. My youngest son and I gave thanks for the instant answer to our prayer and know with all our hearts the power and presence that is available in "Ask and ye shall receive."
A side note: As a result of our harrowing experience, the park district put in an order for a definitive trail with markers.
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It Takes A Mother/
I'm the happy product of the baby-boomer generation that afforded me a dad who worked long hours at his job and mom who worked longer hours at home. My mother's parenting began in the early morning hours, as she put together my three course breakfast before tiptoeing into my room to wake me. For those of you born too late to be privy to 1950's breakfast delights—here's a sample: fresh squeezed orange juice, or a grapefruit half, scrambled eggs, cold sugary cereal with whole milk and buttered toast with raspberry jam. And that was only school-days fare—on weekends she served up multi-course feasts.
After walking the eight blocks to school with me, she grocery shopped for the day. Mom didn't drive then, not that we could afford a second car even if she did. At home, she tackled house cleaning with military precision, learned when she worked for the US Army while my father served as a medic in WWII. Mondays were laundry and bedroom scrub-downs. Tuesdays, she took on the carpets. Dust mites cowered as she scoured her way to Friday; putting a shine on our floors that could please the gruffest drill sergeant.
She made our lunches every day. My favorites were her meatball sandwiches. When dinner included meatballs, whether Swedish or Italian, the next day's lunch was a leftover sandwich. Wrapped lovingly in waxed paper were 2 slices of bread thinly coated in ketchup. In the middle, sat one lone meatball. My friends laughed at my ball-in-a-blanket, but I gobbled up my ketchup sandwich with its Tootsie Pop- like surprise middle.
Mom attended all my school functions, even while pregnant and later with an infant in her arms. She also designed my school play costumes. For our school's Health Day Assembly, when my speaking role was one word, Meat, she wrapped me in brown crepe paper with stapled magazine photos of steak on my middle. She may not have been as crafty as Martha Stewart, but she had the same fervor.
My mom was a card-carrying member of the PTA and a Girl Scout den mother helper. She also taught me to swim, skate and bike-ride with varying degrees of success. Through it all, she had the strength and will to become a Mah Jong champ and Scrabble prizewinner while still being fashionable on a very tight budget.
Even through the awful years of her long goodbye-she wore cherry red lipstick as her snub to old age.
What's amazing is that she wasn't any different from most mothers of her generation. Many were children of the Great Depression or daughters of immigrants who fled the ravages of Asia or the racism of Europe and others were granddaughters of former slaves. Whatever their roots, they took to parenting like a divine calling.
I should have thought of Mom as my hero, but I was a Daddy's Girl who worshipped only one idol.
On a Mother's Day in my childhood, I looked down at the backyard from an upstairs window to count the cherry blossoms blowing off into the wind. My aunt, only eight years my senior, nudged me to move down to share the view. "When I was your age," she began with an authoritarian sigh, "I thought your father could lift this house."
Why hadn't I realized it before. My father couldn't lift our house. I put my little hands on my hips and answered as best I could without crying, "he can too!"
Eventually, I dismissed my aunt's biting words. My father could indeed lift our house; out of poverty with his hard work, out of sadness with his keen wit and out of boredom with his bigger than life spontaneity. But the unsung champion of our home was my mom. Her sacrifices made it possible for me to be poor without going hungry, educated without being rich and sensible no matter what some cute boy promised.
Work-At-Home moms are becoming icons of a different age like black and white televisions and saddle shoes, but on this Mother's Day I'm reminded that even if a father can lift a house, it still takes a mother to raise the children who live in it.


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Find the Best Beach Condo Anywhere You Go
Many people are into discovering just how exactly is life happening inside apartments and condos.
Suffice to say that it is quite appealing as well as relatively interesting that numerous condos and beachfront hotels offer customers the kind of life made accessible to what they would prefer – exactly just like what Waters Edge Resort has to offer to interested clients.
Living in a condo unit can give you the kind of sentimental life quite undiscovered and unlike any other – still, it cannot be denied that there are plenty of people who would dream of owning the unit itself rather than not. Without a doubt, owning or finding a property that you would like to settle down in, is not really a walk in the park, but with the right excellence and interest you invest in it, it would not really be a surprise on your part that you get to acquire your own very special unit after all has been said and done. What is more is that, nowadays there are heaps of property such as apartments and condo units that are made accessible in all the prime spots and the best properties available everywhere. Indeed, there are heaps of prime real estate properties that abound in the market today, scoring one that can give you the best things that the other rich people are experiencing, would be more of a motivation as well as a reward in itself already as what can be gleaned in Here! Truly, there are valid and primarily customary homes that are arranged in prime places and areas all over the city.
In spite of the fact that there are plenty of individuals clamoring to acquire such property, nothing can contrast to the given fact that it does come with it a certain level of popularity, hard work as well as notoriety in between. Besides, since the property will be yours solely, chances are you will be more than likely eager to locate that perfect unit all on your own.
There is definitely no need to endure the constant stresses and headaches that you are often subjected to in your daily grind, for there are certainly different ways how you can deal with these things in a sufficient and timely manner, freeing you from the strain and anxiety that comes with it. It would also be worth noting that most of these commercial establishments, hotels, apartments and condo buildings have their own in-house maids tasked to do all the cleaning, wiping and clearing of your whole unit in the whole duration of your stay. It is quite out of the ordinary for you to invest extra time and attention to seeing the places you intend to live in, even if it is just for a short amount of time, since the location, as well as the neighborhood and the amenities it offers, would either sway you on a positive note or not.
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Minute on our religious imperative to foster sensitivity and reconciliation in shifting society
20 February 2008
1. In recent years, there have been intense social upheavals emerging from insult, injury and offence aimed at religious communities. The causes of these conflicts are complex and often result from migration and other effects of globalization. Some, in once stable communities in Europe for instance, view these shifts in cultural and religious identities as a threat, leading to xenophobic reactions.
2. Migrants, quite often deeply rooted in religious traditions and practices, bring new dimensions to public debates that both enrich and challenge established secular patterns of life. These new challenges, including those occasioned by the displacement of traditional religious communities, find expression in intensive debates about the role of religion in the public and political realm, and in particular in the tension between freedom of expression and respect for religious symbols and values.
3. In this context, we echo the concern expressed in the Netherlands and in other parts of the world following rumours of the release of a film against the Qur'an by a Dutch member of parliament.
4. As a fellowship of churches we recall the clear and unequivocal biblical injunction to "love the stranger" in our midst (Deuteronomy 10:19) and that in Jesus' teaching to love our neighbour, the neighbour is often the one we do not recognize (Luke 10:25-37).
5. We affirm that it is imperative that we address the fears and insults that are experienced by all the communities involved in such situations. The "Minute on mutual respect, responsibility and dialogue with people of other faiths," approved at Porto Alegre in 2006, provides a framework for those churches who wish to do so.
Recalling also that some of our churches, particularly those in Asia, Africa and the Middle East have centuries-long experience living in communities of religious and cultural diversity, the central committee of the World Council of Churches, meeting in Geneva, Switzerland, 13-20 February 2008:
A. Recommends to churches facing such challenges to seek opportunities for networking to share the expertise and wisdom of the member churches with experience in living in religious and cultural diversity;
B. Encourages member churches to actively generate a climate of deep respect, communication and mutual understanding in the public sphere by engaging opinion leaders, mass media and other community leaders to emphasize the positive contribution that people of religious faith make to national and community life;
C. Affirms the unique and strategic role, as well as the moral responsibility, of religious leaders to work towards reconciliation and healing within their own and between communities, and encourages Christian leaders to initiate and facilitate processes that lead communities not only from hostility to peaceful co-existence but also to celebrations of our common life;
D. Urges Christian leaders to speak directly, consistently and self-critically to their own communities, holding them to the highest ethical standards of loving one's neighbour, and in extending a hand of reconciliation to communities other than one's own, whenever a community, its people and their beliefs have been attacked or insulted;
E. Calls upon Christian communities to seek common cause with other religious communities to respond to crises that occur in such a way as to model a non-violent and respectful solution.


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Holiday Lights
(Los Angeles Zoo, Wild for Lights)
This Christmas season, Los Angels nights are filled with holiday cheer to enjoy. Here's a list of the most favored light displays in the city. Click on the name for more details.
- Artistic Lighting: Holiday Lights at the Getty Center (December 1- December 25)
- Drive By Lighting: Candy Cane Lane, Woodland Hills (December 10- December 25)
- Drive By Lighting: Candy Cane Lane, South Bay Edition (December 10- December 25)
- Garden of Lights: Enchanted Forest of Lights (November 25 – January 8)
- Sleepy Hollow Christmas Lights Extravaganza, Torrance (November 30 – December 25)
- The Biggest Tree: The Grove, Los Angeles (November 15 – December 25)
- Wild for Lights: Los Angeles Zoo (November 18- January 8)
Visiting a light display this season? Tag us in your photos on Instagram @KS_Finnegan.
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– Make your voice heard – Annual Survey
– Math and Science Night
– Mornings at Jefferson
– Library Initiative
– Our School Cares – Grocery Cards Request
– Petition for interior-locking doors: Successful – see below
– Talent Show Coordinator
– Volunteer Spotlight!!
Jefferson's Annual Survey
PLEASE MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD!! We need input from the community about how we are doing here at Jefferson. This year's survey focuses on school climate, safety and family engagement. Please take 10 minutes to fill the survey out. Thanks.
Encuesta de la Escuela Familiar 2018 BUSD Español
Join us for our annual Math & Science Night
Thursday, April 12 from 6-7:30PM in the cafeteria. Kids and families can experiment with sound waves, play math games, engineer a powerful catapult, help build a Rube Goldberg machine, learn about ocean acidification, check out a sheep's brain and much more! Pizza and salad will be for sale ($4 suggested donation). We could use a few more volunteers (scientists & non-scientists welcome!). Please email Jess at firstname.lastname@example.com to get involved.
The Village Group Presents: Art and Music Night!
Friday, April 28th, 6:00-8:00 pm, $10 per family for a delicious Mexican meal
Come and win beautiful artwork made by your kids through the raffle. This is a family event so we hope to see all Jefferson families out to enjoy a night of art, food and music! $10 per family suggested, but pay what you can. All money raised will go to support important PTA activities.
Mornings at Jefferson
Unless it is raining, please remind your kids to stay on the yard and line up when the bell rings (1st bell at 8:12, 2nd bell at 8:15). The teachers are prepping for the day and supervision is provided on the yard. Thanks for supporting us in this.
The Jefferson Library is looking for creative parent volunteers to help with STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math) activities during lunch recess. If you have some time to spare, please contact Mrs. Williams at firstname.lastname@example.com.
The lunch recess schedule is: 11:30 to 11:50 pm (Grades K-1), 12:00 to 12:20 (Grades 2-3), and 12:20 to 12:40 (Grades 4-5).
Our School Cares Request – Grocery Cards
Thanks! Your Our School Cares Team
PETITION FOR INTERIOR-LOCKING DOORS: Successful!!
The letter below is in response to the PTA driven petition for interior locking doors on the remaining classrooms. The locks will be installed over spring break.
Re: Interior Locks for Jefferson School
Dear Ms. Loman:
Thank you contacting me regarding your safety concerns for Jefferson Elementary School. Student safety and security is our most important mission. As a District we take pride in providing a safe and secure student friendly environment conducive for teaching and learning.
Much like you and the entire Jefferson student body, I am very concerned about the increased incidents of active shooters on school campuses nationwide. This year alone in this country, we've experienced 18 campus shootings. Approximately twice as many shootings as schools experienced the previous year.
As you are aware the district board has specified Columbine-Style locking devices to be installed on our campuses. These devices can be used to quickly secure doors in the event of a lock-down situation.
Currently, we are planning to complete the installation of Columbine-Style locking devices at Jefferson Elementary School during the spring break. The project will cover the remaining 15 doors referenced in your petition regarding classrooms and community spaces. All funding has been secured and budgeted for this project and will not be an impediment to completing this project.
Additionally I am working with staff on a broader more comprehensive District-Wide Student Staff Safety Assessment and Security Upgrades Project. As you've mentioned in your petition, this is a serious concern and expediting facilities safety improvements to school campuses is warranted in the current climate on increased school shootings.
Timothy E. White
Executive Director of Facilities Berkeley Unified School District
Talent Show Coordinator Wanted
We have a talent show where the 3rd-5th graders perform at the end of May or beginning of June. We are looking for 1 or 2 folks to run auditions at lunches, prepare a program and manage stage hands (5th graders). The show is MC'ed by students. Please let Mary know email@example.com if you are interested. It is a really fun job!
Volunteer Spotlight–Immediate Need
Limited time commitment for 3 positions. It's time to nominate next year's PTA board and we need your help in searching for new faces. Duties include: Obtaining list of roles and responsibilities of positions needing to be filled and searching for potential candidates. This commitment is great for those who would like to make a difference but only have a limited time to commit. Candidates to be presented to our PTA in April.
Duties include-posting Sign-Up Genius and getting parents involved on the day of MayFair. Time commitment is approximately 1-2 hours a week in April after Spring Break.
Please contact Jill Loman (firstname.lastname@example.com) or Amanda Goodroe (firstname.lastname@example.com) to learn more about the positions and time commitment required.
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The packed house in the Glasshouse Hotel on Thursday 31st May for the Pre-Ladies Day Launch proved the popularity of Ladies Day at Sligo Races. The Glasshouse Hotel are the New Sponsors of Ladies Day on the 9th August and Kathryn Foley, Manager welcomed them on board. It is an exciting new sponsorship and we are all looking forward to a wonderful competition on the 9th of August.
Local Fashion Houses showcased their latest collections at the Fashion Show and Marietta Doran as compére set the stage in her dynamic and inspirational presentation. The professional models from Catwalk Model Agency did the "Racing Look" designs justice as they displayed clothing from Kathleen Fashions, Choice, The Italian Wardrobe, Style Emporium and Marians of Boyle. Each outfit was coupled with award winning millinery from the collections of WithNora Designs by Marina Scally, Millinery by Mairead, Rachel Feeley, Caitriona King Millinery, Michelle Kearns, Laura Hanlon, Bronagh Marron and The Seasons Hats. Three fashion designers EmMarie by Emma Curtis, Vivienne O'Connor & Catriona Hanly closed the show with a stunning cat walk collection of day and evening wear coupled with head turning millinery by Paul Stafford.
Ladies Day at Sligo Races is fast approaching on the 9th of August. So ladies get your outfits and be prepared. The winner will receive a cash prize along with a bespoke designer dress by Vivienne O'Connor, a full jewellery set by Newbridge Silverware and much more. The 9 runners up will walk away with a fabulous goodie bag by Voya Seaweed Baths and a pendant by Newbridge Silverware. It's a day full of fashion and fun, one not to be missed. And if that's not enough be in with a chance to win "The Most Stylish Hat Competition" after racing in the Glasshouse Hotel".


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In celebration of National Rideshare Month, commuters from workplaces across Maine competed to take the most green commutes to work, for the WAY 2 GO MAINE Challenge. This fun, free event encourages Mainers to try commuting to work in a "green" fashion, including walking, taking the bus or train, biking, carpooling and telecommuting rather than driving alone. Participants were rewarded during the month with free prizes and their green commutes were highlighted through photos and stories as a way to encourage competition. The Way 2 GO MAINE Challenge is also an opportunity to celebrate those who already use green commutes.
This is the second year of the event, run by GO MAINE, a program of the Maine Turnpike Authority and the MaineDOT, whose mission it is to promote healthy, economical and eco-friendly ways to get to work. This year GO MAINE also awarded a prize to a "Rock Star Rookie", for an employer competing for the first time with an abundance of enthusiasm.
This year's winners are:
Greener Trips
XXL Organization- Maine Medical Center/MaineHealth
XL Organization- Tyler Technologies
Large Organization- Maine College of Art
Medium Organization-Gulf of Maine Research Institute
Small Organization- ESRI
New GO MAINE Members
XXL Organization- University of New England
XL Organization- Tyler Technologies
Large Organization- Maine College of Art
Medium Organization- Gulf of Maine Research Institute
Small Organization- ESRI
Most Team Spirit- Greater Portland Council of Governments
Rock Star Rookie- Diversified Communications
For winning employer in each category, GO MAINE is making a donation in their name to the Maine Environmental Education Association.


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Weekly Angelic Forecast November 2nd-8th 2014
Glorious day beautiful soul! I trust you are enjoying this time. It has been an intense few weeks, but
Glorious day beautiful soul! I trust you are enjoying this time. It has been an intense few weeks, but
Hello beautiful souls, how are you holding up? At the time of me writing this, the sun is awakening
Ah, love. Whether it be love for ourselves, love for our mates, for our friends, or for our children,
Hello my loves, this weekends message is short and sweet, angels guidance is it's time vacation!!!
Good day beautiful soul, how are you this fantastic day??? All is amazing here overall. I have however
Hello my loves, how are you this fabulous day? Things are awesome here, I love it when I stay in the
Hello there beautiful souls, how are are you this amazing day? All is well here, I am fresh
Hello beautiful angels. Can you believe we are 1/2 way through the year already?!?!?! I don't know
I just gifted the members of the Spiritual Wisdom Magazine online community my Creativity Workbook for
For those who loved my book 'Passing through Time – Conversations with the other side',


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Robert's two sons, Bertrand and Denis, now look after the winemaking and viticulture respectively. Their vineyards stretch from the far south side of Nuits St-Georges to the very north side next to Vosne-Romanée. All of the wines demonstrate harmony, ripe fruit and structure thanks to both hard work in the vineyard by Denis (who insists on low yields and a strict grape selection) and to a fermentation and barrique elevage carefully controlled by Bertrand. In fact, it is a great compliment to them both that their wines are so balanced yet still maintain the individuality and character that emanates from their terroir. The vineyards south of Nuits (Pruliers and Vaucrains) tend to have more muscle and drive while those nearer Vosne, such as the Chaignots, verge more on elegance and silkiness.
Bourgogne or Burgundy is a wide-ranging generic appellation in eastern France that has been planted with the vine at least since Roman times, the earliest archaeological evidence coming from 2nd Century A.D. The region, now spanning up to 28,000 hectares, owes a lot to the work of Cistercian Monks in the 11th and 12th Centuries, particularly in the Côte d'Or, who were responsible for identifying some of the finest vineyard plots still in existence today. The appellation is large, stretching between the cities of Auxerre in the North and Lyon in the south and includes Chablis, the Côte d'Or (from where hail some of the world's finest examples of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir), the Chalonnais, Maconnais and Beaujolais. Chardonnay is the main white grape planted, though there is still a fair amount of Aligote to be found if an ever decreasing amount, as well as tiny proportions of Pinot Blanc and Pinot Beurrot. For quality reds Pinot Noir is the dominant grape and the only permitted variety for the "Bourgogne Rouge" appellation controlee, there are plantings of Gamay too, though, which can be blended with a minimum one third Pinot Noir to make "Bourgogne Passetoutgrain." There is also the rarely seen Bourgogne Grand Ordinaire, which may include the Pinot Noir, Gamay, César, and Tressot varieties. This appellation also exists for whites, allowing a blend of Chardonnay, Aligoté and Melon de Bourgogne. Being such a big area style can vary enormously: From the steely, minerally white Bourgognes near Chablis to the rounder, more buttery offerings in the Maconnais. Very fine and extremely good value examples of red and white Bourgognes are made by many of the high quality estates in the Côte d'Or, the designated "Bourgogne" vineyards here being on the flatter less well-drained terrain the other side of the RN74 road to the villages and 1er Cru appellations. Some Bourgogne Rosé can also made be made but this is a tiny fraction of the red and white wine production.
The classic Passetoutgrains blend. Bourgogne Passetoutgrains must contain more than 30% Pinot Noir, more than 15% Gamay, and the proportion of other allowable grapes (Chardonnay, Pinot Blanc & Pinot Gris) must be less than 15%.
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The Geneseo's men's lacrosse team heads into the 2012 season ranked No. 31 in the country, receiving some votes in the preseason United States Intercollegiate Lacrosse Association poll.
The Knights had a discouraging 2011 season, finishing 7-7 and falling to SUNY Potsdam in the SUNYAC semifinals. Geneseo met SUNY Cortland in every SUNYAC final from 2003-2010.
"We are disappointed in our results last year," head coach Jim Lyons said. "I think the conference is definitely getting better. Potsdam is keeping their better players and developing continuity."
Offensively, the Knights graduated a lot of firepower from last season, but senior Brendan Kurpis returns after leading the team with 34 goals during 2011.
"He's a guy who can score goals for us," Lyons said. "We will look for [Kurpis] to expand his game this year." Lyons added that Kurpis has a chance this season to become the second leading goal scorer in the program's history.
Lyons said he will look for several members of the midfield and attack to contribute offensively this season, particularly sophomores John Wettack and James Purpura. Last season as first years, Wettack had nine points and Purpura added eight points and seven goals.
Geneseo will look to add more offense through the transition game this year, an area where the team wasn't as successful as they would have liked last season. Lyons said that he believes this was due in part to having limited outdoor practice time last year. In 2011, the Knights only practiced outside seven times. This year they have already been outside four times.
"We can't get the transition game going practicing inside. We are better in transition the years we get out more," Lyons added. "We will try to continue to be creative."
Defensively, sophomore Ryan Zaremba returns into goal after starting all 14 games last year. He had a .525 save percentage and a 9.74 GAA (goals against average).
"We were bad defensively in the conference semifinals," Lyons said. "The defense in front of [the goalies] is more cohesive. We will be better on defense and I think we will allow a lot fewer goals."
According to Lyons, the Knights expect immediate contributions from freshmen Steve Aziz at midfield and Steve Cregan on attack. Lyons said he was also interested in seeing how sophomore basketball player Connor Fedge, who has first-year eligibility for lacrosse, develops. Fedge didn't play lacrosse last year but played all throughout high school.
Looking forward, Lyons said, "We lost four games by one goal last year. We know we can compete at a high level."


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Malta. Could you place this island on a map? Let me tell you, I couldn't have told you anything about Malta before I visited. When my friend and I were brainstorming where to go and she brought up Malta, I said sure why not! What did I know about Malta, though? Ya, nothing except that the Azure Window had just collapsed there a few months prior.
Malta is a really unique island. It is such a melting pot in terms of its language, people and culture. So, here it is. I'm going to drop some knowledge on ya - the 5 things you didn't know about Malta.
Malta sits between Italy to the north and Libya to the south. It is located just below the Italian island, Sicily in the Mediterranean Sea. Its location definitely helps to explain its mixture of cultures.
I didn't realize this before, but Malta is not just one island, there are actually 3 islands that make up this beautiful country. The main island is of course called Malta. There are two smaller islands called Gozo and Comino. The island of Malta is the most inhabited and developed. Gozo is a popular destination for people trying to go off the grid. Comino is only really inhabited by a few people.
The national language of Malta is Maltese, while the official language is English. Maltese is a really interesting language. Because of Malta's location, the language is a mixture of its surroundings. It is a combination of Italian, Sicilian and Arabic. It's actually cool to see a lot of buildings with Arabic symbols used on their signs.
Malta is a Catholic country. The fun fact here is that there is literally a church for every day of the year. Even though this country isn't that large, it contains that many churches. Crazy to think about!
I had this thought that Malta would be my time to relax on sandy beaches since it was my last stop on my trip. I mean all I really knew about Malta was that it's an island with a lot of sunshine. That directly translated to beach time in my head. I was definitely in for a shock when we set off to explore the beaches in the south. They are all rocky, no golden sand and people were laying on concrete to sunbathe. Even the Blue Lagoon on Comino was mostly rock and little sand.
I've heard the are some beaches in the north that are more traditional in the sandy beach sense, but still different than I imagined.
There you have it. Now you have a good basis of what and where the country of Malta is. Perfect timing for you to plan a trip here!
Yours Truly // Shannon


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NXT Wednesday nights are a great time to connect with friends, worship God, and hear a powerful message. This event is open to all high school students.
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Find some musical inspiration in Marcomé's New Age Music iMixes.
Music is meant to uplift and to accompany us! I love this feature on iTunes that allows you to create a mix of your favorite songs from artists of your choice. In my New Age Music Classics: iMix 2, I selected 15 tracks, including songs by Jean Michel Jarre, Vangelis and Brian Eno, all of whom influenced me as an artist.
Listen to « Echoes » by Vangelis, « Deep Blue Day, » by Brian Eno, and Jean Michel Jarre's « Oxygene: Pt.4 » There are treasures from other artists, as well. Check them out!
These singer songwriters inspired me to pursue and explore the keyboard's virtual environment. I would even say that they triggered my desire to do music! Hope you'll rediscover something in there.
Did you know you are free to purchase any of the selected songs, or buy the entire iTunes mix? Also, don't forget to make your vote count! Rate my selections, and check out the rest of my iMixes.
Musically yours, Marcomé ♥
If you enjoyed this post, be sure to see Marcomé's New Age Music iMix and Enjoy the Best New Age Music.
Other iMixes you might enjoy: New Age Music Classics , Smooth music to relax , Ambient and Dance music , Great Female Artists, Smooth Techno Music to Chill out.


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free open air cinema
saturday 25th august
8:30pm to 10:30pm
Our FREE Open Air Cinema Screening of the worldwide sensation 'The Greatest Showman' is the perfect ending to a fun packed day. Something the whole family can enjoy right in the middle of our amazing events village
Everyone is welcome even if you aren't running!!!!!
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Writing in the Subject Areas: Tips For When You're Not Writing Creatively
Sam Ladow
Tackling writing can be challenging - especially when you're writing in various areas of study. For example, you wouldn't write an English research paper the same way you'd compose a report for Biology class. MyloWrites has outlined a few tips to help you keep the work on point regardless of the class you're writing for.
1. Structure
Structure varies across each mode of writing, and in turn expectations for your writing differ between different classes. When writing for a math test or science test/lab report, there's usually a given formulaic structure—within that structure, you need just explain your work with economic and straightforward writing.
For a history paper or literary analysis, typically you will be arguing a point. While creative writing may have digressions, your history and analytical literary papers should not. There should be clear organization with a thesis, support, and conclusion (really, not much different than a lab report: just exchange the hypothesis for a thesis). So, while there is freedom to meander and experiment in creative writing, make sure not to take that freedom into the wrong domain.
2. The Use of Details
History and Creative Writing classes are not too different—one teaches the connection and significance of different narratives, the other the appreciation of point of view, voice and the craft of writing. Still, a student must be careful to distinguish how he or she includes details while writing for these classes. When writing a creative piece it is important to describe characters and the setting.
For your history essays, the only details that matter are those with historical and contextual significance. For instance, if you are describing the frost Napoleon's soldiers encountered as they marched through Russia, details should be used with purpose. Bitter frost in white jackets of snow clung to Napoleon's hollowed soldiers won't do. Each detail must be suited to progress your essay's overall focus. The bitter cold encountered by Napoleon's men severely weakened his army, marking the beginning of his political and social decline. Different types of writing necessitate a different evaluation for how you marshal details.
3. The Flourishes
The atoms moved like symphony notes, each a different element in a composition that resembled life itself.
No. Your science teacher doesn't want to hear this. Grandiose statements? Save them for later. Enticing similes? Not in this class. In these subject areas, particularly math and science, you can write well without using too much literary flare. For your lab reports and science tests, your teacher will value efficient, spare writing. Keep the fancy lines for your next short story.
4. Think Creatively
Now, there's also one important similarity: Try to think creatively. Whether it's math, history, science, or English class, don't be afraid to think out of the box to solve a problem or pose a new idea. Even if the writing style you use should differ, there are always rewards for those willing to explore new views on subject matters and find original solutions. Creativity is vital not just for successful creative writing, but also for all pursuits.
So what challenges do you see as a professional or student while shifting gears in class when it comes to writing? Chime in by leaving a comment below or contacting us @MyloWrites.


text: Recap: "Just For Laughs" with the El Segundo Concert Band Maestro Fox created and conducted this belly tickling concert with the El Segundo Concert Band on July 21, 2018. Pictured above with Maestro Fox is Tuba soloist, Beth Mitchell. Other guests included Robert Soto, Stephen Van Dorn, Fox on the Typewriter and members of the ESCB Trombone Section. Read the recap here. Steven FoxJuly 23, 2018El Segundo High SchoolComment Facebook0 Twitter LinkedIn0 StumbleUpon Reddit Tumblr 0 Likes


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With very strong westerly winds today, migrating raptors were pushed to the coast, with hundreds zooming overhead at speeds in excess of 60-70 mph. Near impossible to photograph, with my fancy but super heavy telephoto lens sans tripod. But I tried:
At least 70% of the migrating raptors were Merlin, a small, very fast, and fierce, falcon. You see them approaching just above the tree line, and then they break out into the open above the yard and they've shooting over you like they have a jetpack attached to them! It's amazing!
Also interesting today which I've noticed in the last couple of years since I've really been getting into this: a lot of these raptors that fly over have full gullets (the passage leading to the stomach), meaning that they have recently had meals:
A couple Peregrines. dozens of accipiters, TV's, Red-tails, lots of Northern Kestrels and a couple other interesting birds overhead, but wow, today belonged to the Merlin!
From the roof deck, where the wind gusts today easily got over 40 mph:
And finally, was this Merlin actually looking at me? Whoa! I told you these guys take no prisoners!


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The Inner Choice of the Heart
I spoke with a friend I had not seen in years. She said, "I'm 74 and I work at WalMart to pay expenses, but that's all right. I'm able and I enjoy it. I'm happy."
Some become bitter as they grow older; others whose lives are harder, have a happy spirit. The difference rests in the inner choices of the heart. We can accept God's grace or choose to be discontent and unthankful.
"Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds" wrote James (1:2). We can bear a trial with a spirit of stoical endurance or we can look to the Lord to give us a spirit of victorious joy maintaining faith and confidence that God is in control.
Sometimes we need to determine to do what we would do if we felt joyful rather than allow circumstances to control how we feel and act. In fact, frequently scripture tells us to rejoice, as though it is something we can and should do no matter how we feel. "Be joyful always," Paul wrote as though it is possible. (1 Thessalonians 5:16)
King David wanted to ensure that the leaders would bring the ark to Jerusalem with joy so he told the leaders to appoint singers to "sing joyful songs" (1 Chronicles 15:16). They were carrying the ark--the symbol of God's presence and it was to be done with joy.
We, too, are carriers of His presence if His Spirit lives within us. Those who reflect Him best are those with a joyful spirit.
Dear Jesus, help me to live with Your Spirit of joy evident in my life.
"My heart is steadfast, O God; I will sing and make music with all my soul" (Psalm 108:1).