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By C.J. MCMANUSSun Advocate reporter
With more than 40,000 handmade flowers in their baskets, volunteers in Carbon and Emery counties achieved last week what no other community in the nation does,
during Memorial Day week they decorated the grave of every person buried in the two county area. After months of work by 1,300 people making flowers, organizing operations and actually putting flowers in the ground, Castle Valley residents can be proud of themselves.
"Four years and this project has just taken on a life of its own," said Richard Shaw, publisher of the Sun Advocate and Emery County Progress. "We have been overwhelmed with the generosity and volunteerism of the communities in both counties."
While the Sun Advocate and Emery County Progress supported the entire operation, the project has become truly a community project as church groups, civic groups, businesses and individuals have made the operation their own.
"When I go out and see people in the cemeteries putting these flowers out, many of them have a happy look on their face," said Shaw. "If you watch the kids that are doing it are learning some things they didn't know. Some read the gravestones, others look at the beauty of the places they are decorating. I think people see it as a tribute to those that have gone before us."
The flower making and planning for the project each year just doesn't take place around Memorial Day. "We have people come into the newspaper office all during the year asking for materials to make flowers," stated Shaw. "We also get some flowers in during the year as well. People start calling me as early as January about which cemeteries they can claim as their own. We have even had people become upset when there was a mix up and someone else decorated a small cemetery or a spot in a larger one that they wanted for their own. I think that just shows the passion that goes into this project."
It seems over the years in many places the emotion that was once exhibited on Memorial Day has been lost. But Shaw says he sees in peoples eyes their willingness to connect with the past and honor it.
"It's hard to be out there looking at all those graves, many of them children or young men who died in wars and not feel something. It is a tribute to our community that we have so many people who care about this holiday and what it really means. It hits people hard when they really get out there and look, when they realize," and then he added "I see a lot of tears in eyes out in these cemeteries. People are moved by what they see."
The newspapers would like to thank everyone who has been involved in the process of making flowers and decorating the graves.


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HAVA mandates that EAC accredit voting system test laboratories and certify voting equipment, marking the first time the federal government has offered these services to the states.
EAC is committed to running the program in a transparent manner, releasing voting system test plans and reports for the public to review and posting detailed information about the voluntary voting system guidelines, program policies, and related correspondence.
One of EAC's top priorities is providing assistance to election officials. We do this by issuing guidance, advisories and best practices to help officials comply with the Help America Vote Act and make other election administration improvements and enhancements.
EAC administers federal funding to improve the administration of U.S. elections as authorized by the Help America Vote Act. The commission also manages discretionary, competitive grant programs authorized by HAVA, including the HAVA College Program to recruit college students to serve as poll workers and the HAVA Mock Election Program, which supports activities to educate secondary students in the electoral process.
EAC is responsible under the Help America Vote Act for collecting information about election administration issues and sharing that information with Congress, election officials and the public.
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Washington--The U.S. Election Assistance Commission announces the EAC Election Official Exchange, an online resource at eac.gov/exchange that helps local election officials connect and share best practices and knowledge.
By participating in the Exchange, any U.S. election official can call on a colleague for advice about virtually any administrative task they face, from testing voting equipment and training poll workers to creating an audit trail and conducting a recount.
"EAC is always looking for ways to further assist election officials as they struggle to maintain a high level of service to voters in the face of severe budget cuts. This is one cost effective yet substantive way we can help," said EAC commissioner Donetta Davidson, who is the former secretary of state of Colorado.
EAC encourages any election official who is interested in sharing knowledge to sign up as a potential resource to the election community. The process is easy--it takes just a couple of minutes to enter a name and area(s) of expertise into the Exchange and join EAC in creating a resource that will save officials time without compromising quality.
During my decades of service as an election official I often found myself wanting to run an idea by a colleague who had travelled the same path before me. This resource makes it easier to establish those important connections. Best of all, it's absolutely free" said Davidson.
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Luongo Gets his Name on the Italian Walk of Fame
Thomas Drance
September 06 2011 11:20AM
Photo courtesy @kris_teena
Remember a few weeks ago when the news broke that Luongo was to be honoured by the Italian Walk of Fame? Remember how they said that he was "often referred to as the greatest goalie that ever lived" and we all had a good laugh at that? Well yesterday was the induction ceremony, and Luongo was mobbed on College St. by Canucks fans, passersby and Munga Cakes alike!
The media observed that Luongo was relaxed, and spent a good deal of time working the crowds, signing autographs and interacting with fans. He was also dressed to the nines in an expensive white button up t-shirt and grey pinstripe pants. Say what you want about Luongo - even though it's all been said already - the dude knows how to hit the tailor.
Here's a link to a SunTV report on the piece (embedding is disabled on the video), which, includes a quick interview with Luongo, who says "The next time we're in town to play the Leafs, maybe I'll take a stroll and come look at my star."
You can look through more photographs of Luongo working the crowd over at @JosephFocus' flickr account.


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By COREY BLUEMELStaff writer
In the recent council meeting for Cleveland Town, the council was given a report from Doug Rasmussen of Smuin Rich and Marsing accountants. This report was concerning the recent review of the town's financial records. Cleveland Town's revenue does not exceed the limits to require an audit. If the town's revenue would have exceeded $350,000, an audit would have been required.
"Cleveland Town came in just under the limit," said Rasmussen. "The revenue was $340,000 and therefore only required a review. If the revenue for this year exceeds the limits, you will need an audit next year."
Rasmussen said based on the results of the review, Cleveland has met the fair standards of accounting in their financial dealings. "We know of no modifications that need to be done," concluded Rasmussen. "All of our concerns have been discussed with the council and have been resolved."
In the public comments portion of the meeting, two parents addressed the council. It is their concern for the childrens safety while playing baseball on the existing ball fields. They said the dirt in the infield is so hard it is like concrete. The children are not learning standard fielding methods due to the hard dirt. They requested some modification be done to the fields.
Greg Oliver, city councilman, stated the county has brought in nice red dirt to other fields in the county. "We need to check into that." The council discussed making a small budget to help with the four sports groups, soccer, football, baseball and softball. The Emery County Recreation helps each town with some finances each year, but that amount does not cover any improvements and maintenance for the fields. It was stated the money covers some equipment.
Mayor Chris Parkins requested the two parents put together a plan for the renovation and any additional items that may be needed for the sports teams. "Get on the agenda and bring the proposal into next month's meeting and we will try to help in any way we can," said Mayor Parkins.
The next Cleveland Town meeting will be March 13, at 7 p.m. in the town hall.


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Not Rated Sailor Moon Boat Shoe
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The Sailor Moon boat shoe from Not Rated is out of this world! Metallic shine and pops of neon will take your casual style from flat to fab.
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By: NanJac
Location: Fraser, MI
September 27, 2013
Love tnem
"Sorry I didnt buy a couple of pairs So comfortable I got the pair in silver and have received loads of compliments"
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Location: New York, NY
June 11, 2013
"My boyfriend really liked this shoe color so I kept it. I wore it to work with long black slacks. One co-worker looooved the shoes, especially the color. Another co-worker thought they were Sperry's, which I didn't mind. I think they are a little casual for work, but I wore them on Friday so whatever. They are very comfy though. Runs a teeny bit long, but not so much that they slip when I walk. Actually makes it comfier if anything."
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May 31, 2013
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May 28, 2013
"At first I was like these shoes are ugly. Then I tried them on and fell in love. They are so comfortable and they were on clearance. I got these for $11.42. Awesome!"
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young guns, action jackson, lethal weapon, the three amigos(lol)...and jean claude van damme was the man in the 80s.
young guns, action jackson, lethal weapon, the three amigos(lol)...and jean claude van damme was the man in the 80s.
I loved me some Robocop. I remember watching it so much I had the tape tear inside.
Troll Tagged by Uzumaki_Tim
Die Hard would be Nr.1
and a lot of great ones follow
Sig & Ava = Jaiden
Dont go back you just did yourself a favor starting with the best.
- On another note isnt it funny how some movies stand the test of time and others seem so lame in todays time.
- Robocop seemed so cool back then but now it is so corny to me I can only laugh at it.
While others like Aliens are timeless movies that never get old too me. I still laugh at the lines in Aliens here are some of my favorites lol.......
Hudson: Hey Vasquez, have you ever been mistaken for a man?
Vasquez: No. Have you?Frost: Hot as hell in here.
Hudson: Yeah man, but it's a dry heat!Hudson: Well that's great, that's just fuckin' great, man. Now what the fuck are we supposed to do? We're in some real pretty shit now man...
Hicks: Are you finished?
Hudson: That's it man, game over man, game over! What the fuck are we gonna do now? What are we gonna do?
Burke: Maybe we could build a fire, sing a couple of songs, huh? Why don't we try that?
Vasquez: Look, man. I only need to know one thing: where they are.
Drake: Go, Vasquez. Kick ass.
Vasquez: Anytime, anywhere, man!
Hudson: Right, right. Somebody said "alien" she thought they said "illegal alien" and signed up!
Vasquez: Fuck you, man!
Hudson: Anytime, anywhere.
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Fire type
What chakra type are you?
I was a giant aircraft nerd back then (Thanks to dad being in the Air Force), so it was the Iron Eagle series (which I enjoyed for around a decade until I realized how crappy they were) and Top Gun.
Then it was Robocop. Never really was a fan of the Aliens and Terminator series (too much gore and explosions for lil' me.)
I didn't really have good taste.
Terminator>>>grew up with it, thinking the world will end because of bad robots
Robocop>>>wish i had the toy version of this :(
The Karate kid>>>the guy who starred in this film hasn't change much! he still looks like the same kid! check this out! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w-St551Hvj0


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The Midwest's number-one attraction is the place in Chicago for lakefront fun. Board a sightseeing or dinner cruise boat, and see a live performance at the outdoor Skyline Stage or acclaimed Chicago Shakespeare Theater. Dine at one of Navy Pier's many boardwalk restaurants and browse the unique shops and stands (a great place to pick up a souvenir).
Museum of Science and Industry
A world of discovery awaits at the largest science museum in the Western Hemisphere. Explore more than 800 exhibits, including the legendary U-505, a German submarine captured on the high seas during World War II; take off on a Boeing 727 airplane for a simulated cross-country flight; descend down a mineshaft for a tour of a realistic coal mine; and witness robots at work in a toy factory. Take a seat at the museum's Omnimax Theater and watch awesome 3D flicks on a giant screen.
Spoon River Valley Scenic Drive
The Spoon River Valley Scenic Drive Associates invite you to come to Fulton County, Illinois and enjoy the natural wonders of the Spoon River Valley. Spoon River has carved a wide scenic valley through Fulton County as it flows from London Mills to the south and east where it joins the Illinois River near the southeastern corner of the county. The Spoon River became nationally known from the work of Edgar Lee Masters, author of the noted Spoon River Anthology. Come on out the first two full weekends in October. There are over one hundred miles of scenic routes on the Spoon River Valley Scenic Drive to be enjoyed on this driving tour with beautiful fall colors. There will be food, arts, crafts, entertainment and flea market. Visit 17 villages and historic sites!
Lincoln's New Salem State Historic Site
Step back in time and explore historic New Salem just as Lincoln knew it. This meticulously reconstructed 1830s village is where Lincoln lived as a young adult, studied law and began politics. Everything from the people to the blacksmith's workshop gives visitors a glimpse into what pioneer life was really like when young, burly Abe was throwing down his axe. Open 7 days a week.
Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site
Illinois' only United Nations World Heritage Site. This 2,200-acre site preserves the central section of the largest prehistoric Indian city north of Mexico. An Interpretive Center presents a coherent account of this sophisticated prehistoric culture. Climb Monk's Mound, see the film and life-size village. Don't miss annual events that focus on Native American culture.
Apple River Fort State Historic Site
Apple River Fort State Historic Site, located in Elizabeth, Illinois, is the site of one of the battles fought during the Black Hawk War. Black Hawk and his 200 warriors attacked the hastily erected fort on June 24, 1832. His story and that of the early settlers are told.
Chicago Trolley and Double Decker Co.
We operate Chicago's premier Hop On Hop Off ® city sightseeing tours in the classic red & green Trolleys and fun-filled Double Decker buses. We also offer private group transportation for special events such as weddings, parties, and corporate outings. For 19 years the Hop On Hop Off® sightseeing tour has been the gold standard for entertaining and informative tours. Covering 13 miles and 14 stops, the Signature Tour is an eye-popping adventure through the heart of Chicago, giving you the option of Hopping On and Off at your choice of stops to visit the hottest retail, cultural, and family attractions. Summer tours include neighborhood tours and night tours.
Visit Superman Square in Metropolis to have your picture taken with the 15-foot-tall statue of the Man of Steel. A statue of Lois Lane is located nearby. Across the street is the Super Museum, showcasing rare Superman memorabilia and selling superhero souvenirs.
Black Hawk State Historic Site
Wonderful for families, friends for outdoor recreation. Additionally, the Watch Tower Lodge has hosted thousands of wedding receptions and offers a lovely setting in the beautiful historic park. This wooded, steeply rolling 208-acre tract, borders the Rock River in the city of Rock Island. Prehistoric Indians and 19th-Century settlers made homes here, but the area is most closely identified with the Sauk nation and its great warrior, Black Hawk. Voted one of the "7 Wonders of Illinois," this pristine park offers beautiful trails for hiking and walking only. Picnic areas are also available. While at the park be sure to visit the Watch Tower Lodge that houses a large reception area and the John Hauberg Indian Museum. The museum features Sauk and Meskwaki Native American Indian artifacts and displays depicting the four seasons and life of these tribes. A new exhibit tells the story of the Sauk and Meskwaki—how they came to live in the Quad City area, why they no longer live here, and, as the piece de resistance, a four-by-eight-foot scale model of the city of Saukenuk one of the largest Native American Indian settlements in the United States.
CITY:Rock Island
Built in 1927, Old Chain of Rocks was the fifth bridge to cross the Mississippi River, which shortened the distance between St. Louis, Missouri, and Edwardsville, Illinois by 15 miles.
Old State Capitol State Historic Site
The Old State Capitol is a reconstruction of Illinois' fifth statehouse, the first to be located in Springfield. It is here that Lincoln practiced law, served as a legislator and gave his famed House Divided speech on slavery in 1858. The building served as the seat of state government and a center of Illinois political life from 1839-1876. The current State Capitol Building is the center of state government, where visitors can watch Illinois politics in action when the legislature is in session. Open 7 days a week.
View over 40 outdoor interpretive exhibits placed throughout the downtown area to experience Springfield as Abraham Lincoln knew it. Each exhibit is intended to capture a moment in time for Lincoln and how he was affected by the people, places and events he encountered in his hometown. Each story is accompanied by graphics or photographs and a medallion that is symbolic of that particular story. Visitors are encouraged to collect rubbings of each medallion.
J.E. Robinson Underground Railroad Tours
In the early 1800s, Alton became a safe haven for slaves escaping from the bonds of slavery. Because of the area's neighboring slave state of Missouri, runaways found refuge in the free land surrounding Alton. The tunnels of the Underground Railroad run deep beneath the streets along the "Alton Route." The area was a major stop along the Underground Railroad, hiding slaves in caves, barns and basements throughout Alton, Otterville and Jerseyville. Hear the slave's tales, feel their fear and learn about Alton's remarkable past on an Underground Railroad Tour. Tours available by appointment only.
Visitors can enjoy a dazzling music, light and water show at the Clarence F. Buckingham Memorial Fountain, one of the largest fountains in the world. Located at Columbus Drive, shows runs from dusk to 11pm every hour and lasts for 20 minutes. Operates April through mid-October.
Discover cute boutiques housed in historic storefronts in downtown Champaign, including antique and consignment shops. Be sure to stop at PACA's Architectural Salvage Warehouse, where you'll find everything from vintage stained glass to ceramic tiles.
The Palms Grill Cafe was a well-known restaurant during the heyday of Route 66. Recently the cafe was revitalized and reopened, and is serving up delicious nostalgia from the fabled Route 66 era. The Palm's Grill Café has been baking pies and feeding hungry travelers and residents for decades. Their pies are so delicious they've even won a few state pie competitions. Saddle up to the counter or take a seat at a table; either way, the pie and coffee with the community atmosphere is enough to make any first-timer feel like a regular. Conveniently located right across the street is the towering Bunyon's Statue, another one of Route 66's famous Muffler Man Statues.
Standing 19 feet tall and clutching a giant hot dog, this Paul Bunyon statue, not "bunyan" purposely spelled with an "o", is one of Route 66's mythic Muffler Man Statues. A few of these giants still proudly grace the roadsides of historic Route 66. This one is located in Atlanta, just across the street from the Palms Grill Café, which features fine fare from The Mother Road's golden age.
Stay the night at the DeSoto House Hotel on Galena's Main Street, which dates back to 1855 and is Illinois' oldest operating hotel. The DeSoto has hosted such notable guests as Abraham Lincoln (who spoke from a hotel balcony to the assembled crowd below) and served as the presidential campaign headquarters for Ulysses S. Grant. The hotel features 55 Victorian-style guest rooms, three restaurants and boutiques.
The Chicago Pedway Tour will lead you through the Pedway, the backdrop for an amusing and enlightening tour of some of the hot-spots (or a least warm-spots) of downtown Chicago. The tour focuses on interesting anecdotes and tales about some of the great buildings downtown, but it's also a study of the city underneath the city. The Pedway is a strange and wonderful place and adds so much to the city's personality. These are great tours for Chicagoans who want to learn more about the city and for tourists who want a full Chicago experience without ever going outside. The tour is 90 minutes and is $20. Monday/Thursday/Saturday at 10:30 am. Please note: the start location for the Monday and Thursday tour is at 40 W. Lake St. in the "Gallery of Shops." The start location for the Saturday tour is at start at Block 37 – 108 N. State St.
Chicago Children's Museum at Navy Pier
Hands-on exhibits and daily-changing activities make every visit unique for young children and adults, too. Dig deep into the Dinosaur Expedition, try to stay dry in WaterWays, make a masterpiece in the KraftArtabounds Studio, and climb up to the crow's nest on the Kovler Family Climbing Schooner. Toddlers can have fun in Kids Town and Treehouse Trails.
Dana-Thomas House by Frank Lloyd Wright
One of the best-preserved examples of famed architect Frank Lloyd Wright's Prairie design, this 35-room mansion contains some 100 pieces of original Wright-designed furniture and stunning art glass. Open 7 days a week.
The Super Museum houses the mythical caped hero from the big green planet. The museum is filled with a $2.5 billion collection spanning 60 years, honoring the most famous hero of all time.
Chicago Cubs Wrigley Field Tours
Get an insider's look at this historic American landmark that has enchanted baseball fans for almost a century. Each 90-minute guided tour shows guests the clubhouses, bleachers, press box, dugout, field, and more.
Spirits of Bloomington Historic Ghost Tours
The Spirits of Bloomington Historic Ghost Tours feature guides dressed as President Abraham Lincoln and Mary Todd Lincoln who reveal fascinating tales, myths and paranormal accounts of McLean County.
Old State Capitol-Illinois Tourist Information Center
Located in the Old State Capitol where Abraham Lincoln gave his "House Divided" speech. Here you'll find tourism information for the whole state. Many free events and performances throughout the year.
"Lincoln: History to Hollywood," an exhibition of sets, costumes and props from the Steven Spielberg's Academy Award-winning film "Lincoln," has opened at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum complex, located in downtown Springfield, Illinois. Items of note in the exhibit include Lincoln's office set, a vignette of Mary Lincoln's bedroom, Lincoln's gloves, Tad Lincoln's tin soldiers, and the rocking chair where President Lincoln sat with Tad. Most of the furniture pieces in the exhibit are antiques from the Civil War era, not reproductions. The exhibits are on long-term loan from Spielberg and DreamWorks Studio. The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum features more than 40,000 square feet of galleries, theatres and historic displays that takes visitors on a journey from Lincoln's humble beginnings through his Presidency. The "Lincoln: History to Hollywood" exhibit will be located in Union Station, across the street from the presidential museum.
Recipient of the 2008 Regional Theatre Tony Award, Chicago Shakespeare Theater offers a broad spectrum of theatrical experiences year-round, engaging and entertaining audiences from all walks of life and from around the world. The plays of William Shakespeare form the core of our company's work and Subscription Series, featuring selections from Shakespeare's 38-play canon complemented by other dramatic works—from traditional classical theater to new classics that resonate with Shakespeare's timeless insights into the human condition.
Lewis and Clark State Historic Site
The Lewis and Clark State Historic Site commemorates Camp Dubois, the 1803-1804 winter camp of Meriwether Lewis and William Clark. It was at Camp Dubois that members of the Corps of Discovery prepared for their expedition to the Pacific Ocean. The 14,000 square-foot exhibit space contains six galleries that outline the background and history of the Lewis and Clark expedition from its conception to its meaning for today's America. Exhibits are kid-friendly, offering opportunities for hands-on engagement. A "reconstruction" of the winter camp, Camp Dubois, is located on the grounds near the visitor center. Its design reflects 1803 U.S. Army regulations for the construction of military posts. Interpreters are on-site daily in the camp to explain how the men prepared for the journey.
Built on the shores of Lake Michigan by the United States Government in 1873 after several shipwrecks demonstrated its need, this was the lead lighthouse marking the approach to Chicago. In 1999, Grosse Point Lighthouse was designated a National Historic Landmark by the National Park Service; the first lighthouse on the Great Lakes to carry that status. The Garden Club on Evanston maintains wildflower and butterfly gardens on its property.
Tour Mayslake Hall, a Tudor Revival style mansion, formerly owned by coal baron F.S. Peabody. Witness restoration in progress at this nationally registered historic building by renowned architect B. Marshall. Portiuncula Chapel is available for weddings.
CITY:Oak Brook
One of Oak Park's finest showplaces, the 12,000 sq. foot mansion was designed in 1913 by one of Frank Lloyd Wright's most accomplished students. Reminiscent of a sprawling and historic English country home, it is fittingly situated in Oak Park's historic district. Surrounded by 2 acres of beautiful gardens, a greenhouse and charming coach house, it is available for special events including weddings, corporate meetings, fundraisers, and memorial services.
CITY:Oak Park
An eclectic district filled with dining and multi-cultural attractions, Midtown Champaign, with the beautiful Boneyard Creek flowing, connects Downtown and Campustown Champaign.
Formerly known as the Illinois Asylum for the Incurable Insane. Come take a tour and hear stories of the history of the hospital, employees and the inmates. See how this nationally recognized historic
Auditorium Theatre of Roosevelt University
The historic landmark Auditorium Theatre, an architectural masterpiece designed by Dankmar Adler and Louis Sullivan, opened in 1889. The Auditorium, which regularly hosts live performances, is renowned for its amazing acoustics.
The Shoppes at Grand Prairie ~ a vibrant, open-air lifestyle center in Peoria ~ is the premier dining and shopping destination for the region. The Shoppes features an exciting blend of retailers and restaurants, along with our anchor stores: Bergner's, DSW, Jillian's and Dick's Sporting Goods. The center is highlighted by an inviting, lushly landscaped outdoor environment that features animal sculptures throughout the center, the nationally acclaimed Holocaust Memorial Button exhibit filled with 11 million buttons, the Caterpillar children's play area, and weekend entertainment.
Piasa Bird Mural at Piasa Park
Located on the edge of Alton, Piasa Park is an attractive stop for motorists, picnickers and bicyclists. The park is set at the base of the giant Piasa Bird mural that is painted on the side of a huge bluff. A large granite arrowhead tells the story of the Piasa Bird, which, according to legend, Chief Ouatoga and his 20 warriors killed with poison darts.
Explore Chicago with a friendly, knowledgeable Chicago Greeter as your guide! Visitors can register for a free 2-4 hour guided walking tour of a neighborhood or special local interest of their choice. This free service matches an individual, family or small group of friends with one of over 200 enthusiastic volunteer Greeters who love sharing their expertise and passion about the city and all there is to see and do here. For more information, visit http://www.explorechicago.org/city/en/things_see_do/tours/tourism/chicago_greeter_tours.html.
Historic Town Square & Downtown Carbondale
Twenty-five historic buildings ring Carbondale's nostalgic Town Square. When Daniel Harmon Brush, Carbondale's founding father, filed the original 56-acre plat of Carbondale in 1852, almost 10 acres were left open in the center of town. Today you can shop charming locally owned boutiques here, ranging from bike shops to furniture stores.
Whether you're interested in science or just fishing in the ponds near the buffalo herd you're welcome at Fermilab. Take a self-guided tour of the laboratory, the Art Gallery and science and educational displays. View the grounds from the 15th floor observation area. Visitors may also visit the Lederman Science Center. Performing arts and lectures. Groups welcome by appointment. Public tours are offered every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. and as part of the Ask-a-Scientist event on the first Sunday of each month.
Frank Lloyd Wright's B. Harley Bradley House
The B. Harley Bradley House Designed by Frank Lloyd Wright in 1900 The B. Harley Bradley House in Kankakee, Illinois, is widely acknowledged as Wright's first Prairie Style design. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places individually and as part of the Riverview Historic District. Following an extensive restoration, the Bradley House now enjoys the opportunity to be appreciated by architecture fans from around the world. This Prairie Style house was designed by Frank Lloyd Wright along with its neighboring home. The houses are acknowledged by the Frank Lloyd Wright Building Conservancy as Wright's first house designs that ushered in Wright's Prairie Style. The B. Harley Bradley House is open for 1 hour tours.
Bishop Hill State Historic Site
Four historically significant buildings are owned by the State of Illinois and are maintained as part of the Bishop Hill State Historic Site. These architectural treasures are the two-story Colony Church (1850), the three-story Colony Hotel (1852-ca. 1860), the Boys Dormitory (ca. 1850), and the Colony Barn (mid-1850s) that has been relocated behind the Hotel. In addition, the central village park contains a reconstructed gazebo and war monuments. On the south edge of the village, stands a new brick Museum to house a comprehensive collection of paintings by colonist and self-taught artist, Olof Krans (1838-1916). Hours and days of operation change with the season. Please call to confirm your visit.
CITY:Bishop Hill
The Egyptian Theatre hosts film festivals, special movie screenings, and live entertainment events. This theatre is a 1929, fully restored Egyptian Art Deco movie palace and is listed on the National Registry of Historic Places. The Egyptian is also available for rentals, tours, weddings, graduations, parties and receptions. Capacity: 1,419 Raised stage with dressing room below; balcony and lobby space. - New Google Maps 360 tour of the theatre is now available http://bit.ly/1TJnAdb
Spring Valley Nature Center/ Volkening Heritage Farm
135 acres, natural history museum, handicapped-accessible trails, 1880's living history farm and pioneer cooking demos. Cost for some programs.
Since 1921, The Virginia Theater has been a landmark in the business district of Champaign and in the history of the region. For 75 years, the 1,525 seat theater has offered entertainment as a vaudeville house, legitimate theater, and movie house. The historic theater plays host to Roger Ebert's Ebertfest Film Festival every spring.
Recently named one of the Top Ten Theatres in Chicago by the League of Chicago Theatres, the Paramount continues to provide world-class entertainment—including dance, music, Broadway-caliber theatre, and children's programming—for an annual audience of 150,000 patrons from over 250 communities. The Paramount also hosts free community events and its opulent interiors provide a spectacular backdrop for private functions such as wedding receptions or corporate galas. (Photography: Liz Lauren & Charles Osgood)
Looking for Lincoln Heritage Coalition
Abraham Lincoln spent 30 years in Central Illinois, where he raised his family and pursued his passion for the law and politics. Today, the 42 counties of the state's Central region have been designated as the Abraham Lincoln National Heritage Area, which is managed by the Looking for Lincoln Heritage Coalition. The group is responsible for preserving the history and heritage of Lincoln's Illinois, and offers information on historic sites and suggested tours.
The Art Theater is located in the heart of Downtown Champaign and has been entertaining moviegoers since 1913. A true historical fixture, the Art Theater screens independent films and serves up locally grown popcorn, baked goods from local bakeries and a great selection of wines, beers, soda and more!
YOU! The Experience at the Museum of Science and Industry
More than just a body, you are a complex blend of your choices, your personality, and your environment. Who you are depends on how you care for yourself and enjoy your life. YOU! The Experience brings these elements together into an interactive exhibit examining and celebrating the experience of life itself. It is one of the first and largest exhibitions to showcase the connection between the human mind, body and spirit in the 21st century. Start exploring the exhibit's fun and fascinating opportunities to explore what it is to be … YOU!
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The University of Illinois is a world leader in research, teaching and public engagement. It's distinguished by the breadth of their programs, broad academic excellence and internationally renowned faculty. This Big Ten school offers rich experiences beyond the classroom from the best in performing arts to world-class sports. Discover the scenic campus through tours of the historic buildings and those that are pushing the envelope in technology.
The TREC trail system is a public trail designed to create recreational opportunities. The trails provide a great place for visitors to exercise, whether its walking, riding bikes, or roller blading. The mission is to develop a countrywide, multi-use trail system, educate the communities on the benefits of the trails, and promote an active lifestyle by providing recreational activities.
Chicago's architectural showplace for the lively and visual arts. Daily programs and exhibitions covering a wide range of the performing, visual and literary arts are presented by the Chicago Department of Cultural Affiars. See the world's largest Tiffany stained-glass dome. It was initially built for dual purposes. It was the city's central library and a monument dedicated to the Civil War's Grand Army of the Republic. Since 1977 the building has housed cultural entities that included galleries, an auditorium, and the city's office of cultural affairs. The building architects are Shepley, Rutan and Coolidge.
Architect Frank Gehry designed this spectacular outdoor concert venue in Millennium Park that is home to the Grant Park Music Festival, along with other free concerts and events.
This architectural gem has been featured in many movies over the years, including Derailed. But it's the marble staircase here—featured in the climatic scene from The Untouchables—that still attracts visitors over 20 years later.
Housed in the historic Water Tower Water Works, this award-winning, local ensemble has offered dynamic, physical, intellectual theater since 1989. The main stage will allow Lookingglass to reconfigure the stage and audience seating as dictated by the needs of each production, allowing for a maximum capacity of 270 persons, 60 of whom may be seated at the balcony level.
Enjoy first run films in a renovated 1924 Spanish-style movie theater with five auditoriums all equipped with Dolby digital sound. Baby Barton Pipe Organ is played on Friday and Saturday nights.
Downtown Jacksonville Walldog Murals
Completed in the Summer of 2006, these 10 murals depicting historic Jacksonville scenes and events were handpainted by more than 50 sign painters and graphic artists from as far away as Scotland and New Zealand.
Provides tours in nine languages. Each tour comes with a chauffeur, expert guide, and luxury vehicle. Group tours available.
The Grove National Historic Landmark
The prairie grove, covering 123 acres of ecologically diverse prairie land, is preserved and maintained as former home of the visionary horticulturist and educator Dr. John Kennicott, who brought his family from New Orleans to settle on his land in 1836. The Grove, located in Glenview, is a National Historic Landmark and is on the National Registry of Historic Places. It offers many opportunities for educational, environmental and historical enjoyment including two historic homes, the Kennicott House and the Redfield Estate; the Grove Interpretive Center, a Native American Village, a Log Cabin, a Schoolhouse, a Wetlands Greenhouse and numerous interpretive trails.
Frank Lloyd Wright's Unity Temple
Unity Temple, Frank Lloyd Wright's modern masterpiece, celebrated the centennial of its dedication in 2009. Unity Temple is an icon of modern architecture and a destination for tens of thousands of visitors each year, and is famous for its brilliant use of light and space. One of the most complex and exciting buildings in 20th century architecture, it was Wright's first public commission and is the only surviving public building from his golden Prairie period. Available for your extraordinary special event.
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Historic Fischer Theatre, owned by the Vermilion Heritage Foundation, was built as the Grand Opera House in 1884. From Lillian Russell to silent movies, this theater provided entertainment to the community until it's closing in 1982. As work continues toward the goal of complete restoration, the lobby is used for many public events. The theater also houses the "Stage Presents The Fischer Gift Shop" where you will find creations by local artists and artisans, as well as products highlighting the area's famous stage, movie and vocal artists.
Belvidere Cemetery and Pettit Memorial Chapel
Established in 1847, this is the burial ground for Belvidere's illustrious pioneers. Want to go right to a Frank Lloyd Wright landmark? Visit the Pettit Memorial Chapel.
Downtown park on the banks of the Rock River. Site of several Native American "Effigy Mounds," which have been preserved.
The final debate of Stephan A. Douglas and Abraham Lincoln took place in front of Alton's city hall at the corner of Broadway and Market Streets. The senatorial debate drew national attention along with more that 6,000 visitors. Life-like statues of the two statesmen keep the famous series of debates in 1858 frozen forever in time.
In the center of downtown Chicago at the Daley Civic Center, see the world-renowned Picasso sculpture. "Under the Picasso" entertainment features music dance and cultural programs weekdays at noon.
The largest indoor convention exhibit area in the country is 2.2 million square feet, with 8 levels of exhibit halls, restaurants, meeting rooms and audiovisual theaters that provide all the necessary amenities for a successful trade show or convention. McCormick Place is designed by Gene Summers, who worked for Mies van der Rohe.
Located on the square in downtown Ponitac, the courthouse was built in 1875 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Abraham Lincoln tried some of his earlier cases here.
Millennium Carillon in Moser Tower
The Millennium Carillon, a unique musical instrument consisting of 72 bells, is one of only four Grand Carillons in the world. Carillonneurs from around the world perform during the summer concert series. Climb 253 steps to the observation area to marvel at the views.
In the heart of our nation's cornbelt, just a block off Historic Rt. 66, you can discover your connection to Illinois' rich grain producing, storing, and shipping history by visiting the J. H. Hawes Grain Elevator Museum.
A World War I memorial stature, "The Spirit of The American Dough Boy" was dedicated on September 6, 1927 following its acquisition through a project sponsored jointly by the local American Legion and VFW Posts. The solider is forever immortalized in statue form, seen is his war apparel and stance. The Dough Boy is a symbol of freedom and remembrance of those who fought for our land.
General Dean Suspension Bridge
Located just outside the city of Carlyle, this historic 130-year-old bridge is one of the oldest suspension bridges in the area. The original bridge served as a crossing over the Kaskaskia River.
Sri Venkateswara Swami Temple of Greater Chicago
This temple is one of only three Sri Venkateswara Hindu temples in the United States, constructed by Native American artisans.
Constructed in 1857 as the southern division of the Illinois State Supreme Court, Abraham Lincoln successfully argued a famous tax case in 1859. In 1888, Clara Barton used the building as a hospital. Tours are available. Please call in advance.
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Lakeside Arts Park at The Dole
Lakeside Arts Park at The Dole is a 12-acre beautiful arts education center that features two award winning art galleries and the Listening Room a entertainment venue that offers year round performances. You can step back to a simpler time to explore the brilliance of a Civil War era architectural masterpiece, when you take a tour of the historic Dole Mansion. We are a gem of McHenry County that can be enjoyed now and with future generations!
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Confederate Cemetery and Memorial
This monument remembers those who died in the infamous Alton prison. A smallpox virus spread rapidly through the Alton Prison in 1863, killing more than 1,435 incarcerated soldiers. The soldiers are laid to rest here and each of their names is commemorated at the Memorial. The Alton Prison and Confederate Cemetery are some of the rare northernmost monuments to the Confederate Soldier.
Olympic Tribute & Laborer's Memorial
Honoring the extraordinary achievements of Champaign County residents who have participated in the Olympic and Paralympic Games, this granite platform inscribed with the names of the athletes and the Olympic symbol is surrounded by playing fields, gardens and a community college campus. Tribute to Olympic Athletes rises from an ordinary prairie landscape transformed by playing fields, gardens and a community college campus.
Nauvoo Temple of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
The Nauvoo Temple of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints was rebuilt in Nauvoo, one of the early settlements of the Mormon people. The structure is 150 ft tall and overlooks the Mississippi River. The temple was reconstructed on the site of the original, which was built between 1841 and 1846. The temple is a beautiful building and a "must-see" when visiting Nauvoo. The interior is not open to visitors, however gardens on the grounds and stunning exterior architecture bring visitors to the top of the bluffs to see the structure.
Willie Dixon's Blues Heaven Foundation
2120 S. Michigan Ave. is one of the most famous addresses in all of American pop history. Former home of the legendary Chess Records label from 1957 to 1967, 2120 housed the studio and recording company that begat legendary recordings by Muddy Waters, Chuck Berry, Howlin' Wolf, Bo Diddley, John Lee Hooker, Etta James, Aretha Franklin and dozens of others.
Mies van der Rohe Society Tours
The Illinois Institute of Technology's Mies van der Rohe Society offers dynamic tours of its architecturallly significant campus. Architects Mies, Koolhaas and Jahn are all represented here.
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Tour the Near Eastside (350 homes dating from the 1800s), Stolp Island, Westside and Riddle Highlands, two of which are listed in the National Register of Historic Places.
The Korean War State Memorial, honoring 1,748 Illinoisans killed during the 1950-1953 Korean War, was dedicated on June 16, 1996.
Jacob Henry Mansion Estate Dinner Theatre
Located on the Jacob Henry Mansion Estate, guests are greeted with our famous family hospitality, homemade meals and heartwarming musical productions. Lunch matinees and dinner shows are complimented by itineraries that include tours of our other historic properties, or excursions into Joliet's vibrant downtown. The Jacob Henry Mansion Estate Dinner Theatre welcomes groups with onsite motorcoach parking and handicap accessibilty.
The 1898 Battle of Virden, the tragic result of local coal miners fighting for worker's rights, is memorialized on the northeast side town square by a large bronze mural created by sculptor David Seagraves of Elizabeth, IL.
This original 1844 building was once a stagecoach stop, tavern, post office, town hall and candy store. Completely restored by the Village of Gurnee, this historical home is reported to have been part of the Underground Railroad.
The Varsity Center for the Arts
What started as a single-screen movie house in 1940 has become a power house for live music and community theater. This gorgeous theater is one of the greatest components to Carbondale's thriving art & culture scene, as it serves as home to the Jackson County Stage Company, which presents several plays during the year, and hosts the weekly Friday Night Film series. The Varsity serves as a venue for live entertainment during the Carbondale Rocks Revival, an annual city-wide music festival in addition to accommodating local and regional musicians during the year to bring the city exceptional entertainment.
Galena/Jo Daviess County Historical Society
A qualified museum guide will board your group's motorcoach and take you through Galena, with stops that can include the Galena/Jo Daviess History Museum, Ulysses S. Grant Home and Old Market House.
Within this breathtaking monument lie the remains of Abraham Lincoln, his wife Mary, and three of their four sons – located in the country's second most visited cemetery behind only Arlington National Cemetery.
Built in 1926, this historic ballroom quickly became Chicago's premier place for world-renowned live entertainment. Its unique architecture, design and ambiance have made it a multiuse facility that often hosts live concerts.
Art, architecture, and garden tours of Howard Van Doren Shaw's summer retreat. The house and gardens, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places among examples of the Arts and Crafts movement in the country. It house 12 artists at a time.
CITY:Lake Forest
The Barn at Allen Acres Wedding and Reception Venue
The Barn at Allen Acres Wedding and Reception Venue sits on 3 and 1/2 acres just on the edge of town in Rock Falls IL. The property is surrounded by a cornfield and offers a serene tranquil destination for your wedding and reception. The property is less than a 5 minute drive to restaurants and hotels. The Dairy Barn was built in the 1920's and restored in 2011. It boasts a beautiful 26 foot vaulted ceiling in the upstairs haymow with some of its original architecture still intact. During the process of the restoration, reclaimed barn wood and reclaimed hardware were used whenever possible, maintaining the rustic feel of the Barn. We've added a 5 foot wide set of stairs leading to the upstairs space and a small deck with stairs, off of the back of the Barn, giving the bride a dramatic entrance down the aisle and to the alter. The upstairs haymow has a capacity of 150 people for a wedding ceremony. The downstairs area, where the dairy cows were kept, in the early years of the barn, also has a capacity for 150 people.
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Chaplin Creek Historic Village
Chaplin Creek is an evolving, full-scale historical restoration project depicting a prairie settlement typical of the mid-19th century. Several historically significant buildings and artifacts have been relocated here from the surrounding area. Photo courtesy of Illinois Lincoln Highway Coalition
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Located in the center of the Magnificent Mile, and steps from the Michigan Avenue Bridge, The Wrigley Building has been a hallmark of Chicago's skyline since 1920. Designed as the headquarters for the successful chewing gum, the building was modeled after the Seville Cathedral's Giralda Tower in Spain. Today, it is still home to Wm Wrigley Jr. Company, and is perhaps best known for its dazzling white towers that illuminate the city at night.
Built in 1889 by Dr. C.M. Wright, this stately Renaissance Revival home holds three generations of Wright family furnishings, and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Fulton's authentic Dutch windmill, called "De Immigrant," was prefabricated in the Netherlands and erected in the U.S. by Dutch craftsmen. The windmill sits on the flood control dike right in the heart of Fulton.
This memorial commemorates Lincoln's 1832 service in the Black Hawk War, and consists of a bronze figure of Lincoln as a 23-year-old captain. The statue was dedicated in 1930 during the centennial celebration of the town of Dixon.
The Last Stop Abraham Lincoln Statue
The world's only statue of Abe Lincoln and a pig commemorates Lincoln's bemused request for a "writ of quietus" to calm noisy pigs gathered under the courthouse floor. "The Last Stop" refers to the location on the old 8th Judicial Circuit.
University of Illinois Library
The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign is the proud home of one of the largest and richest public research library collections in North America. Their 24 million items, the vast majority of which are paper and book-based, include Medieval manuscripts, large collections of incunabula and early printed books, literary manuscripts, maps and atlases, prints, and all sizes and types of printed books and other paper objects. The University Library is committed to sustaining and enhancing its capacity to treat and protect its important paper-based collections, with the majority of conservation and preservation-related investments focused on the care of its rare, unique, and otherwise valuable objects.


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Came across this video on youtube and thought i'd share. shows how great the game can look when you crank up the graphics and force some AA, and one of the funner classes, the disciple.
Yeah the Disciple is the king soloer,it's also one of my main classes,have 5 level 55 classes.That vid was taken outside Rahz Inkur,it's a level 44ish outside dungeon with some long quests lines and great rewards.Don't forget that we don't know what level that disciple was but judging by some of the armour in a couple of shots,he is above level 44-46-7.
Still i have gone into Rahz and soloed mobs,it's better done with a duo though to be honest,you have alot of named mobs in that fort.I can also solo in their on my Tuurgin Shammy(bear),don't forget that both the shammy and the Disciple are two of the 4 main healers in the game so soloing comes alot easier in places like Rahz.
Don't get me wrong,it's a dangerous place and most mobs will whip your ass lol,personally you are needing a group to really get all the rewards and it takes days of killing as well.
Inside Rahz http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Do7Qn9YAddk
If you want to showcase Vanguard graphics then watch..
Also,in these vids the maker has used the /setfog command which gets rid of all the fog in the far off distance.
Part 1 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GE3MZf6q7Bk
Part 2 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vuB1Yt4KUaU
Part 3 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Ji-9y2iVYQ
If you want to know what classes they are in the vids..Druid and Rakuur Shammy(wolf shammy)
Some great looking videos there. I did see them, but the music was such a turn off to me... i had a hard time watching them.
For the setfog i always make a macro on all my new toons that i can punch when i log in. it is
/setfog 250000 400000 120 120 120 you can adjust the first number up or down to increase or decrease fog range
Vanguard has such a great ambience and look, it really draws me in with the graphics maxed. Hopefully more people will be aware of what some adjustments can do.
The music didnt seem to bother me. Where is it that people are hearing this tune all the time?
My blood mage was able to solo those 4 dots as well. Healer classes have a ton of survivability in VG. I kinda miss it but I can't get into PvE only servers. It kills me inside.
Hmmm, while the annimations where kind of okay, both PC and NPC looked like hitting at the air infront of them instead of connecting with the other toon.
This exactly was what killed combat fun and immersion for me long time ago.
Best MMO experiences : EQ(PvE), DAoC(PvP), WoW(total package) LOTRO (worldfeel) GW2 (Artstyle and animations and worlddesign) SWTOR (Story immersion) TSW (story) ESO (character advancement)
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Combat is really slow and character animations show their age. It's an immersion breaker for me too. Just couldn't do it.
Vanguard is not for everyone,it's an aquired taste to be honest.I have been in a certain beta for weeks and i don't just mean now and again.Even so,i still play Vanguard when i'm not doing the other,for me it's got so much more depth than most other MMOs and all these new MMOs released or about to be released.
Don't forget that every class play differently,perhaps the monk and disciple are alike but one is a healer and the other is an offensive tank/fighter without heals.


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A repository plugins for Moodle would let any Moodle user access their own Mahara account to retrieve files from there.
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I take it you guys are customising Mahara for this? It might be a good idea to actually talk to the Mahara developers
Hi Penny, yes I'm playing with Mahara at this moment, I added some xmlrpc functions and now are looking for core functions to use. I'll talk with Mahara dev for sure
Cool, just make sure you talk with us early, so we can advise you in the right direction, rather than just send a patch at the end that we might have to ask you to rewrite.
You can use email@example.com if you like, or #mahara-dev on freenode
Ok the current version is working and integrate search + preview
I think I need to have a look to the pagination and also to display the folder before the files.
In order to test:
On moodle activate Networking, add Mahara peer, activate all host services for the Mahara host.
On mahara activate Networking and add your Moodle institution with XMLRPC authentication
Then you should be able to remotely access to Mahara
Then add Mahara repository plugin and set it up to the Mahara peer. The Mahara repository should be now available in the file picker.
Ok we'll probably not implement the pagination yet as there is currently some problem with path + pagination together in some browser.
I have to look to the logout button, see if it could close the mnet Mahara session ...
Ok done, pending Mahara acceptation. I commited the Mahara code into the git branch: moodle-repository-plugin (git.mahara.org/git/mahara.git)
I've had a go at trying to test this, though I haven't had success so far.
I managed to set up a new Moodle 2.0 and a Mahara 1.2, and got them networked together correctly. The services I have enabled are:
- Portfolio services: subscribe
- SSO IDP: Publish
- SSO SP: Subscribe
On the Mahara side, I have enabled "They SSO In", "We auto-create users" and "We import content". SSO works fine at this point.
Again on the Moodle side, I allowed users to create their own repository, then added the Mahara for my admin user in their repositories section. But I can't use it when trying to attach a file to a forum post. I can see the Mahara repository, but clicking on it just has a big spinner for ever, and I have this in firebug:
repo is undefined
repo.viewbar.set('disabled', false); repository.src.js, line 270
The POST that happened just before it returned:{"e":" ERROR: 7:User with ID 2 attempted to call unauthorised method repository\/mahara\/repository.class .php\/get_folder_files on host http:\/\/postgres.mahara-trunk.freud.wgtn.cat-it.co.nz . "}
At this point, I went hunting in the roles interface, and found the permission about Mahara repositories, but even allowing that didn't fix the problem (even after I logged out and in again).
So it looks like there's two problems there:
- what permissions do I need to fix to make it work?
- how come the code doesn't handle this case more gracefully?
Hum I just remember this repository plugin, and I've just discover Nigel comment, I though nobody never answered ...
I suggest to remove Mahara plugin from HEAD
I will need to:
- recontact Mahara team to get access on my git rep where the Mahara code is (I just tried bu I can't access it, I don't know why)
- check out why it is not working, but as it's a very old code, and since this time, Mnet has been reworking and the repository code / file picker code evolved.
It could be quite some works...
Dongsheng, can you move this to contrib for now? Hopefully it can come back in after 2.0.
I've tidied up the Moodle plugin a bit and it appears to function ok - it just looks like the Mahara side doesn't have the right code - The Moodle code refers to the methods
'get_folder_files' => 'repository/mahara/lib.php/get_folder_files',
'search_folders_and_files' => 'repository/mahara/lib.php/search_folders_and_files',
'get_file' => 'repository/mahara/lib.php/get_file',
but I can't see these methods implemented on the Mahara side - is there some extra Mahara code floating around that I can grab?
ah - found it in the old git branch: moodle-repository-plugin (git.mahara.org/git/mahara.git)
thanks Jerome,
FYI - I've just pushed the old git branch into our new gitorious repo here:
appears to be working now - didn't need much work to get it going on the mahara side.
Mahara code has now been pushed into master:
Moodle core is currently here:
Hi folks,
Just wanted to check if this is going to be in 2.0 this week or if its been pushed back to 2.1. I've been trying out 2.0 daily builds with Mahara 1.3 and it doesn't look like its in there atm.
Thoughts welcome, just curious
Assigning to myself. From my pov this will require some work in the way how the service rpc's are registered in Moodle.
Is this still on track to make it into 2.1? Again - can't wait to see this in as one of the critical pieces in the Moodle/Mahara puzzle
Hi Mark,
yes, this is still on my TODO list for Moodle 2.1. I was actually able to get it running after I hacked the required XMLRPC handlers manually at very low level. I believe I shall find a way how to integrate the plugin back into core nicely.
Thanks for being patient meanwhile.
When I was playing around with this, it seems like it is a requirement to integrate authentication between Moodle and Mahara to get Mahara to work as a repository. Because my institution uses external single sign-on authentication, it seems like we should be able to skip this step or at least flag that single sign-on is being used with both applications. Thanks for reviewing this comment.
Hi David,
I'm thinking of doing a session at the Australian Moot in July on the improved integration between Moodle and Mahara - do you reckon this will be available by then? If not I'll do something else, as this is an important piece of the puzzle IMO.
Hi Mark. I'll do my best to have this in 2.1. You can help by spreading the word about this issue to gather even more votes (twitter works pretty well for this) so this issue will get higher at the todo list for 2.1 release.
Yes, I think there is a large number of us who use both Moodle and Mahara who are waiting for this as the last impediment to upgrading to Moodle 2.x and we were hoping it could be done by 2.1 ready for the next semester. I'd like to see it high on the priority list.
Hi, the German speaking community is looking forward the #mahara repo. Please give it a VERY high priority.
I will speak about this project at the Mahara UK 2011, today and tomorrow in Southampton and also during the MoodleMoot FR 2011, in Tunisia next week.
This feature is really the one Mahara and Moodle users are waiting for.
I can second that. Its a great feature that would complement moodle and mahara in a very powerfull way.
The french agricultural public schools are for so impatient for this repositery. We vote for high priority. Thanks
Go David go!!!! The German moodlers will be happy to have this feature too!!! We are spreading the word! Will pay you huge Mojito next time!!
I know there are lots of other issues to resolve, but the Mahara plugin for Moodle 2.x keeps getting pushed back and it would be really helpful if this could be confirmed and committed to for 2.1.2. Is that possible? If it is committed to, then we can all plan.
Increasing priority of this to Major. However I do not think this will happen for Moodle 2.1.x, sorry. Putting this into DEV backlog. The code that was part of Moodle 2.0dev before it was moved to CONTRIB is now available at https://github.com/mudrd8mz/moodle-repository_mahara If someone has capacity to look at it and try to come with the solution of how to integrate it with the current MNet framework, that would be highly appreciated. I am personally committed into other projects for 2.2 and won't have time to work on this anytime soon.
Just upgraded from Moodle 1.9 and mahara 1.3 to Moodle 2.1 and mahara 1.4 - astonished this functionality is not here. As a UK school with a national reputation for elearning we are crying out for it - it is fundamental to the development of e-portfolios
Is there anyone out there who is able to get this plugin working? We use Mahara extensively but would love to use Moodle as well for its structure and gradebook. This plugin is crucial to getting that to work for us and I'd prefer not to implement an old version of Moodle to make that happen.
Hi David,
At LUNS we are Mahara & Moodle core developers and could work on this plugin, however we have a very busy schedule and would need funding in order to spend time looking at this. Get in touch with me if you are interested.
We are using Mahara <-> Moodle.
I believe this would be a desired feature.
I might even have some bandwidth to pick up the torch.
Is somebody minutes away from submitting a patch, or shall I dig deeper?
Not at my side, sorry. But given the number of votes, we should really escalate this.
Thanks David, would be good to see this implemented as Mahara 1.5 release exports dashboard info to Moodle. To me, making the integration of both systems more appealing with the additional integrations
Any further progress on this? Has come up again in discussions as something which would be really useful to have.
Sorry, no progress at my site. This issue is a bit complicated as the future of the MNet framework (which is the current communication protocol between Mahara and Moodle) is a bit uncertain as it has been deprecated. I believe we will need to cooperate more tightly with Mahara guys to decide what form of communication protocol would be useful for both sides in longer term period.
Hi all,
I heard on the grape wine that Catalyst IT will be working on the assignment integration over LTI...
Anyone can confirm?
This issue was assigned to me, however I will not be able to work on this issue in the immediate future. In order to create a truer sense of the state of this issue and to allow other developers to have chance to become involved, I am removing myself as the assignee of this issue. For more information, see http://docs.moodle.org/dev/Changes_to_issue_assignment
We've developed moodle assignment and feedback type plugins (along with a local plugin) that allows you to submit mahara portfolios to a moodle assignment. It's not exactly what this tracker issue is about but it may be useful to you. You can find all 3 plugins here https://moodle.org/plugins/browse.php?list=set&id=38 --make sure you use the git repo to download the most recent version which includes some bug fixes and a couple new features.
These modules are in the process of being integrated with another similar plugin (I believe Aaron Wells from Mahara is doing this) that was developed by Julian Ridden. I haven't heard any recent updates on this project but you should look forward to something in the future.


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