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From WWD ISSUE 08/06/2009
Seven For All Mankind and Gap Inc. are taking advantage of the wealth of empty storefronts around the country to open denim pop-up shops.
Gap will open a pop-up store on Robertson Boulevard in Los Angeles on Friday featuring its 1969 selvage denim collection, while Seven For All Mankind unveils its Wash House temporary-shop concept on Boston??™s Newbury Street on Aug. 14.
Gap??™s 1969 collection was relaunched this year for the company??™s 40th anniversary with medium-weight denim and contemporary cuts, including skinny, straight-leg and boyfriend styles, and a $70 price point. The denim push is part of the two-year effort of Patrick Robinson, Gap??™s executive vice president of design, to reinvigorate the brand and reclaim the retailer??™s position as a denim authority.
???L.A. has always been the epicenter for the latest trends in premium denim,??? Robinson said. ???It??™s the city people look to to find out what??™s new and cool. That??™s why we??™re bringing our 1969 jeans pop-up shop to Robertson Boulevard.???
The store will host a launch party tonight, with Joel Madden, lead singer of Good Charlotte, as DJ.
The company is paying $40,000 a month for two months for the long-vacant, 2,000-square-foot space through the end of September.
The street has seen a number of tenants relocate away from the area over the last year, such as Madison, Diavolina, Peter Alexander and American Apparel. New tenants that have or will soon debut along the several-block shopping stretch include Moods of Norway, All Saints and Beach Bunny swimwear.
There are no plans to open additional pop-up stores, although a similar concept will open in Gap??™s ???white space??? in Manhattan on Aug. 13. The store space, which houses Gap promotional and artistic design concepts on a rotating basis, is adjacent to the Gap store on Fifth Avenue. The brand will highlight its denim line in New York City with an initiative dubbed ???Born to Fit,??? which integrates customers??™ stories about what they were ???born??? to do.
Meanwhile, Seven is developing the Wash House concept as a way to test new markets while seeding the ground for permanent stores. The 2,000-square-foot Newbury Street store will be its first in Boston and will be open for six months.
From WWD ISSUE 08/06/2009
PARIS ??" The once reluctant and skeptical denim industry is beginning to give its e-commerce operations a fuller embrace.
Denim players such as Replay, Guess, My Lovely Jean and Le Temps des Cerises are expanding their online operations in a bid to capture a significant consumer segment that has fled the real-world retail environment for the virtual one.
While overall economic conditions remain challenging, a recent report from Forrester Research shows e-tailers are benefiting from a steady migration to online shopping. Online apparel sales in Western Europe are forecast to grow from 13.14 billion euros, or $18.92 billion at current exchange, this year to 19.88 billion euros, or $28.63 billion, in 2014. That hasn??™t gone unnoticed by denim labels.
???Following the success of e-commerce in France and given the growing numbers of online customers, we decided to develop this axis,??? said a spokesman for Le Temps des Cerises, whose Web store opened for business last month.
As they join the online party, denim brands admit they were among the biggest skeptics. When My Lovely Jean founders David, Gregory and Gary Pariente established their first brand, American Retro, seven years ago, they were doubtful online shopping for clothing would succeed.
???So many things are hard to shop online for the first time because, for sure, women need to try, to touch, the fabric,??? said David Pariente, the company??™s president. ???After, when a woman has had a great experience, she??™s bought something she liked, received it, the fit is perfect, then you realize, it??™s like heaven. You don??™t need to go on to a busy street, to get on the [subway], to get a parking penalty.???
Pariente, whose father founded French fashion chain Naf Naf, added that not opening an online store at this point ???would have been last century. It??™s become a way of consuming for everything ??" for travel, for food, for clothes.???
The online environment is also expected to weather the downturn better than other retail formats as consumers change their shopping habits.
???The global recession will hit online sales less hard than other channels as increasing numbers of consumers shop online to find better prices and save on overall costs,??? said analyst Victoria Bracewell Lewis in the Forrester report, titled ???Western European Online Retail and Travel Forecast, 2008 to 2014.??? The report also found online shoppers are less adverse to economic conditions because they tend to be better educated with slightly higher incomes.
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Milwaukee, the largest city in Wisconsin and seat of Milwaukee County, is located in the southeast part of the state on Lake Michigan.
French missionaries visited the site of Milwaukee in the 17th century, but it was not until 1795 that Jacques Vieau established a fur-trading post there. The first permanent white settler, Vieau's son-in-law, Solomon Juneau, an agent of the American Fur Company, made his home there in 1818. The settlement merged with several neighboring villages in 1838 to form Milwaukee, and the city was incorporated in 1846. A large wave of German immigrants arrived after 1848 and contributed greatly to the city's political, economic, and cultural development.
The origins of the word "Milwaukee" are disputed; it may come from the Potawatomi "Mahn-ah-wauk," meaning council grounds of the Potawatomi; "Mah-an-wauk-seepe," meaning gathering place of rivers; or the Algonquian "Milo-aki," meaning beautiful land.
Milwaukee is one of the great industrial centers in the country and one of the largest Great Lakes ports. Manufacturing remains strong, and Milwaukee manufacturers are national leaders in lithographic commercial printing and the production of medical diagnostic instruments, small gasoline engines, malt beverages, iron and steel forgings, mining machinery, and robotics. Milwaukee's high-tech manufacturing community is one of the largest among the nation's major metropolitan areas.
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Jetcam Intl. s.a.r.l., Monaco, has signed sister companies ITS d.o.o and ITRC d.o.o. as new resellers for its sheet metal and aerospace CAD/CAM nesting software for the Slovenian and Croatian markets.
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Re-signing Chris Higgins and Max Lapierre
Jeff Angus
March 28 2013 11:37AM
Mike Gillis hit two deadline deals out of the park back in 2011 with the acquisitions of Chris Higgins and Max Lapierre. Both forwards played significant roles in Vancouver's Stanley Cup run, and both players enjoyed their time enough with the Canucks to re-sign in the summer of 2011 below market value (though Lapierre was an RFA that summer).
Will they do that again this summer?
Back in 2011, Lapierre signed a two-year, $2 million contract, while Chris Higgins inked a two-year, $3.6 million pact. The Canucks would obviously love to have both of them back, but the reduced salary cap is going to limit the money available to depth players.
Higgins and Lapierre could both earn more money and get more term if they tested the open market. I don't think anyone in this market would blame them for wanting to maximize their salary – this could be one of the last opportunities to sign a (relatively) big contract for either of them.
With all of that being said, what is their worth on the open market? And what will the Canucks be willing to pay them? Let's take a look.
Mad Max
I won't hide any biases – I am a big Lapierre fan. I like the way he has transformed his game since coming to the Canucks. Sure, he still runs his mouth and has a face opponents want to cave in, but he answers the bell for his transgressions, and he has significantly cut down on antics that would be detrimental to his team. Along the way, he has emerged as a rock solid fourth line center capable filling in, in third line minutes.
Last season, he led the Canucks in penalties drawn per 60 minutes (1.1), and took fewer penalties per 60 minutes (0.8) than the likes of Henrik Sedin, Ryan Kesler, Kevin Bieksa, and Alex Burrows. In fact, he brought his penalty rate down under 1 for the first time since '09.
Lapierre played a large role in making the Canucks the third best team in overall faceoff percentage this past season (behind Boston, and San Jose). He was 52.1% overall in the circle, which placed him in the top-35 in the entire NHL. Where he really stood out though was in the defensive zone, where he won 55% of his draws.
Thanks to Alain Vigneault's radical zone start deployment strategy, Lapierre does more heavy lifting than Atlas. The guy hasn't even seen the offensive zone on a faceoff since 2011 (slight exaggeration maybe). The best part of Lapierre's game is his ability to ratchet his game up a few levels in big games against top opposing teams. He is big and strong, and a great skater, too.
He can chip in with timely offense, and he's the best fourth line center that the Canucks have had since… ever? (Editors Note: How dare Jeff fail to give Artem Chubarov his due!)
It is tough to find direct comparables for Lapierre. There aren't many teams that deploy their forwards (and centers, in particular) like the Canucks do. Looking at the below chart, Lapierre sees arguably the toughest minutes of any center in hockey (from a zone-start perspective, at least) but he isn't out there against the top opposing forwards all of the time (as evidenced by his negative Corsi Rel QoC). Ideally, the Canucks would have Lapierre and a healthy Manny Malhotra sucking up every single defensive faceoff, allowing Henrik Sedin lots of offensive opportunities, and most importantly, allowing Ryan Kesler (when healthy) to thrash opposing depth players. However, Malhotra's injury changed all of that. Lapierre has still done his part, though, and he has been a key cog over the past two years in Vancouver.
This is a chart with every single NHL center who has played in 2013. Lapierre, unsurprisingly, isn't joined by many others on the far left side of the chart (he is one of the orange bubbles just below the 0.00 quality of competition line). Essentially, he plays against slightly below average competition (not a surprise for a depth center), and he starts almost every single shift in the defensive zone.
You can check these awesome charts out here (stick tap to Rob Vollman for creating this resource).
And thanks to this goal, Tanner Glass can walk around the city of Vancouver without getting harassed (if you have blocked out the entire series from your memory, remember Glass wiffing on a completely open net earlier in the game).
Chris Higgins is a very good two-way forward, but you don't need to consult stats and numbers to confirm that. The eye test usually does the trick with him. He busts his rear end every single time he hops over the boards. He is a really smart player, and he is a phenomenal forechecker. He wins most of his board battles because of his superb instincts, his dogged work ethic, and his ability to take the right line to the puck on a consistent basis (an underrated attribute for checking forwards).
He has been a productive forward from an offensive perspective, as well, at least in Vancouver. Higgins can play anywhere in the lineup, including on the top line right wing (where he is right now). For that reason (and many others), he is the perfect role player.
Unsurprisingly, Higgins has played well over the past two games on the top line, and he played his best hockey this season while on a line with David Booth and Ryan Kesler for like a minute before both of them became re-injured. Better linemates = more success for him, and that equation rings true for almost all hockey players.
Even when Higgins was scoring 20+ goals with Montreal, his best attributes were his skating, tenacity, and his two-way play. The goals came naturally because of how hard he played. I think he got away from that a bit when he bounced around the league, as teams were maybe placing unrealistic expectations on him as a goal scorer. But put players in the right position to succeed - Alain Vigneault and his staff do a great job of this - and it's a whole new ballgame.
Mr. Filipovic looked at Higgins a few days ago, and the underlying numbers for Higgins this season are far below what we have come to expect from him. A reason for worry? Probably not. A reason to not re-sign him? Who knows. It depends how the Canucks view his decline in effectiveness - is it his own doing, or an environmental issue driven by his defensive responsibility? Higgins has bounced around the lineup a lot, and that has likely contributed to his decreased puck possession numbers.
All About the Benjamins
At the end of the day, though, money talks. Both players took reduced salaries two years ago in order to have a shot at the Stanley Cup. Will they do the same in 2013? It is difficult to speculate how the Vancouver cap situation will look in a few months (in Laurence Gilman we trust), as the compliance buyouts open up a number of options for the Canucks management team.
My own speculation – it will take a term of at least three years to keep each player in Vancouver. Higgins turns 30 this summer, and he keeps himself in phenomenal shape. While I wouldn't worry about him for the next three years, if the Canucks believe the fall off in his possession numbers this season are age-related, then all bets are off. Lapierre recently turned 28 – he still has a lot of good hockey left in him, too.
Do the Canucks have anyone in the organization to replace either player? Probably not, especially for Lapierre. Even with Jordan Schroeder's emergence as a defensively reliable center, the Canucks don't have anyone capable of stepping in and playing defensive minutes at the NHL level. And it isn't much different on the wing. Nicklas Jensen may get a taste of NHL action next season, but it would be unfair to expect him to chip in like Higgins does while playing superb defensive hockey. And speedster Billy Sweatt hasn't progressed as hoped since the team signed him a few years ago.
There are many different ways to build a team under the cap. The key is to have a mix of young players on rookie deals (Chris Tanev, Jordan Schroeder, and Zack Kassian), and veterans on fair market value deals (Henrik and Daniel Sedin, heck, every Canuck veteran). Some teams, like Pittsburgh, choose to go the cheap/bargain route for their depth players. Unless the Canucks want to dip back into the free agent pool and take a chance on some players looking for a fresh start (like Higgins and Lapierre both were back in 2011), their best bet may be committing some term to these two guys.
Higgins and Lapierre are both fan favourites. You see #20 and #40 jerseys with regularity around the city. Both players are hard workers, they do whatever the team asks of them, and they consistently outperform their salaries.
There are a lot of memorable moments for each player. Lapierre's Game 5 goal is definitely his shining moment in Vancouver. For Higgins, he had a great series against Nashville, but the one play I remember most is his pass to spring Kevin Bieksa on a breakaway in Game 2 against the Sharks in the WCF.
Previous Posts from Jeff (@anguscertified):
What I remember most from Higgins and Lappy is that they up their game in the playoffs. Which I guess is partly why they are so popular.
Higgins played over a month on a broken foot in 2011, and pretty much every goal was a gwg.
Lappy has a different gear in the playoffs as well.
If the cost to resign them is a buyout of booth or Ballard...
Lets be honest MG is being schooled by Ray Shero, if any one has hit it out the park it ain't MG...it's Shero
To all the Canucks fans out there who is going to be stupid enough to buy play-off tickets this year.? It's like the old movie "Slapshot" this year. The ref gives the cup to the Penguins as the band plays "The Stripper" in the back ground the only question is who plays the part of Ned Braden. This has to be the worse scenario for the NHL a play-off that's preordained.
To tell you the truth, lets call the summer break now LOL
MG look and learn
Lets be honest MG is being schooled by Ray Shero, if any one has hit it out the park it ain't MG...it's Shero
To all the Canucks fans out there who is going to be stupid enough to buy play-off tickets this year.? It's like the old movie "Slapshot" this year. The ref gives the cup to the Penguins as the band plays "The Stripper" in the back ground the only question is who plays the part of Ned Braden. This has to be the worse scenario for the NHL a play-off that's preordained.
To tell you the truth, lets call the summer break now LOL
MG look and learn
Yes, because Iginla is going to lay hands on Crosby and heal his brain there's no point in competing. I'll be happy he went to an Eastern team and worry about a finals match-up if the Canucks get there.
On the topic of Higgins and Lapierre, I agree that they are useful pieces and obviously if they are willing to take below-market deals again Gillis can't say no. If it came down to picking two of Higgins, Lapierre and Raymond though I would probably feel best about keeping the youngest two, even considering that Raymond will likely be the most expensive. Certainly one can question how much should be spent on defensive forwards when the team has good goaltending, an expensive group of defensemen, and a Selke winner on the second line.
March 28 2013, 02:37PM
They will sign as soon as Booth and Ballard are bought out and Luongo is traded to Philly in the offseason.
Hey Paul McLean ( coach Ottawa )said it first, "why even bother with the play-offs " he gets it frankly I get it and I'm certainly not dipping my hand in my pocket to spend more money...thousands of dollars
If some of the "non-cap" teams don't step in and fill the void left by the teams that are cutting salary to become cap compliant then it might be a tough off-season for players of this ilk. Some of the players might be forced to take one-year deals and try again the next year when the cap hopefully rises again.
I would love if the Canucks brought both players back and they both had struggles elsewhere so a home-town discount might not be out of the question.


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GDB 42: The battle rages on
January 13 2009 03:38PM
Look at this picture that we were sent by a reader of the Nation. It's so sweet that merely looking at it gave us a case of Type-II diabetes. Apparently it's a baby yoga class chock-a-block with Oilers fans of the future just waiting to learn to read and write so they can come on here and yell at Robin Brownlee. But don't let those babies fool you –- they will gouge out your eyes given half a chance.
There are things you know in life, Nation, and there are things that you don't know. We all know where the Oil are in the standings right now, the 1,305,349 things that are wrong with the team and the 2,406,540 things that could be done to fix them. We'll spare you reading another paragraph about any of these matters going into the game tonight.
Instead we give you an option.
You can read about the Capitals here or you can read a list of 10 interesting facts that we guarantee you didn't already know. You choose, Nation –- it's your life.
10 important facts you didn't already know
- The dot over the letter "i" is called a tittle.
- A female ferret will die if it goes into heat and cannot find a mate.
- It is estimated that at any one time around 0.7% of the world's population is drunk.
- On average, 12 newborns will be given to the wrong parents every day somewhere in the world.
- John Wilkes Booth's brother once saved the life of Abraham Lincoln's son.
- About 200,000,000 M&Ms are sold each day in the United States.
- The first bomb the Allies dropped on Berlin in WWII killed the only elephant in the Berlin Zoo.
- If you put a drop of liquor on a scorpion, it will instantly go mad and sting itself to death.
- Charlie Chaplin once won third prize in a Charlie Chaplin look-alike contest.
- Every year, four people in the UK die putting their trousers on.
You're welcome society.
The Oil will be joined by 150 Canadian Soldiers who are being honored at the Verizon Centre, along with Corporal Mark Fuchko, Master Corporal Colin A. Johnston and Corporal James Ryan Douglas who flew with the Oilers to Washington. That's 15 kinds of classy Oil. Well done.
January 13 2009, 06:31PM
NURSE: All right, let's have it.
EASTWOOD: Have what?
NURSE: Your colostomy bag. What have you been doing?
EASTWOOD: Well for the past three quarters of an hour I've been sitting on my ass in your outer office waiting on you.
January 13 2009, 06:31PM
Wanye Gretz wrote:
Jonathan Willis wrote: "Do I feel lucky?" Well, do ya, punk? Nurse: Not really. I think eastwood could kill baggedmilk using only a stare if he wanted to
Eff that, I have more power than Captain Planet and Bucky O'Hara put together.
January 13 2009, 06:33PM
But Pissani's colostomy bag could out-skate Eastwood's
January 13 2009, 06:34PM
I consider Captain Planet as one of my top 5 influences.
January 13 2009, 06:34PM
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But Pissani's colostomy bag could out-skate Eastwood's
Tastes more like meatballs and alfredo too. Whereas Eastwood's tastes strongly of Metamucil and Enzyte tablets.
January 13 2009, 06:35PM
Poor soldiers being taken aback at the Oilers plane food. To a man they have more heart than the money bags Oilers
January 13 2009, 06:38PM
Soulja Boy up in this hoe...
January 13 2009, 06:39PM
All this poo talk makes me want to schedule a colonic. Last time I had one a man came out. He said he been there for years, I felt so terrible.
January 13 2009, 06:40PM
Umm somebody want to tell me what I watched there in the 2nd period?
It kinda looked like a team...a team that was hustling. And was that MacT's favorite fourth liner Gibby Brule with another goal.
WTF nation. Is MacT letting the kids play? They are playing an up tempo fast fun, wide open game of entertainment and skill.
Again WTF...WTF?
January 13 2009, 06:40PM
I am not funny!
January 13 2009, 06:41PM
I agree with Gene!
January 13 2009, 06:41PM
@ Fiveandagame:
I was also wondering the same thing. We need to bring 150 soldiers to the rink every night.
January 13 2009, 06:41PM
Gene Principe wrote:
I am not funny!
But you're just happy to be here
January 13 2009, 06:42PM
Why does everyone want off the snide? JSBM want on the snide...
January 13 2009, 06:42PM
Question: What the hell is the shnide, and why does everyone want to get off of it?
January 13 2009, 06:43PM
@ baggedmilk:
Well, that's embarrassing.
January 13 2009, 06:43PM
Why does everyone want off baggedmilk?
January 13 2009, 06:45PM
@ baggedmilk @jeanshorts: Would you two just do it and get it over with!
January 13 2009, 06:45PM
now it's getting hot in here.
January 13 2009, 06:46PM
@ Amber McCormick:
You're about 10 years too late.
January 13 2009, 06:46PM
@ Amber McCormick:
January 13 2009, 06:47PM
That guy has an awesome last name.
January 13 2009, 06:48PM
Travis Dakin wrote:
That guy has an awesome last name.
He's no Cal Clutterbuck that's fer shure.
January 13 2009, 06:48PM
this is true.
January 13 2009, 06:51PM
@ jeanshorts @baggedmilk: Oh you boys! I'm paranoid to say anything since Wayne's censorship warning. I must respect his authoritah!!!!
January 13 2009, 06:51PM
I'm a fan of that Byfuglian dude from Chicago. How do they get Bufflin out of that?
January 13 2009, 06:52PM
Amber McCormick wrote:
@ jeanshorts @baggedmilk: Oh you boys! I'm paranoid to say anything since Wayne's censorship warning. I must respect his authoritah!!!!
Wanye is wearing rose colored panties. We can't talk about all the dirty pleasantries that make life worth living.
January 13 2009, 06:54PM
@ baggedmilk: I'm beginning to hesitate coming on Friday! I might be out of my league.
January 13 2009, 06:55PM
@ Amber McCormick:
I'm not going if I don't get to give Brownlee a raspberry.
January 13 2009, 06:56PM
@ baggedmilk: I'm not going unless you give him a motorboat.
January 13 2009, 06:56PM
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January 13 2009, 06:56PM
Wow. The 4th line looks OK tonight, eh?
January 13 2009, 06:56PM
Potulny - Brodziak - Cole.
Third line, my bad.
January 13 2009, 06:57PM
Cole with his second of the game. The dude is going to take over the scoring lead on this team. Sign him up.
January 13 2009, 06:58PM
HAHAHA Violet Poon won the Safeway score and win...
January 13 2009, 07:00PM
baggedmilk wrote:
HAHAHA Violet Poon won the Safeway score and win…
My ex-sister-in-law went to a gynecologist named Connie Poon. The door to her office read "Dr. C. Poon"
January 13 2009, 07:00PM
You guys are all going to be at the party? dammit I wish I could get down to E-Town.
January 13 2009, 07:00PM
Violet Poon
January 13 2009, 07:00PM
@ Amber McCormick:
Hahaha oh man that's rich. Rich and creamy. Rich, creamy and infectious.
January 13 2009, 07:01PM
@ Travis Dakin:
I'm not.
*Slams his bedroom door, cranks up Morrisey on his record player, and cries into his pillow*
January 13 2009, 07:02PM
When I see Staios block shots like that I feel he has earned the right to make the odd gaffe in the NHL on some nights and keep his roster spot. Not too many stay on their feet from that.
January 13 2009, 07:02PM
@ jeanshorts: I would love to be dissappointed by putting some faces to these names.
January 13 2009, 07:04PM
Steve MacIntyre scored his first NHL goal in less games than Steve Stamkos. Personally I find that to be HILARIOUS.
January 13 2009, 07:04PM
Travis Dakin wrote:
@ jeanshorts: I would love to be dissappointed by putting some faces to these names.
I'm 35 inches tall and I want to steal all your gold
January 13 2009, 07:05PM
Travis Dakin wrote:
@ jeanshorts: I would love to be dissappointed by putting some faces to these names.
*baggedmilk will be carried out in a jug and placed at the center of a table*
January 13 2009, 07:05PM
baggedmilk wrote:
Steve MacIntyre scored his first NHL goal in less games than Steve Stamkos. Personally I find that to be HILARIOUS.
His Goals/minute ratio is amazing.
January 13 2009, 07:06PM
baggedmilk wrote:
Steve MacIntyre scored his first NHL goal in less games than Steve Stamkos. Personally I find that to be HILARIOUS.
That's rich beyond description.
I love this Oilers team that showed up tonight. I haven't seen it in months.
January 13 2009, 07:07PM
Staios must have read what we were saying about him...he hasn't looked like a retarded donkey out there tonight.
January 13 2009, 07:07PM
are name tags going to be worn?


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10 Ways To Use Your Public Library
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- AnonymousApril 12, 2012 at 6:43 AM
I've had several people say that their libraries have passes to local museums, zoos, etc that they "lend" out for the day. I had never heard of that before this year, but how fantastic!ReplyDelete
I am constantly amazed at the resources libraries offer! Our library does have passes to local museums, zoos, etc, and it is amazing!ReplyDelete
Thanks for sharing some of our favorite recent library books :)
I recently found out our library offers passes to some local museums, they are just really hard to get your hands on! Great idea to go for a rainy day outing.ReplyDelete
Awesome list! Thanks for the link. ;)ReplyDelete
We just got Early Literacy Computers at my library with touch screens. They are for children under 7. Bobo asks to go every day.ReplyDelete
Great list. Thanks for linking up with the weekly kids co-op.ReplyDelete


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Computerization and the ABACUS: Reputation, Trust, and Fiduciary Duties in Investment Banking
Steven Davidoff Solomon
University of California, Berkeley - School of Law; University of California, Berkeley - Berkeley Center for Law, Business and the Economy
Alan D. Morrison
University of Oxford - Said Business School; University of Oxford - Merton College
William J. Wilhelm
University of Virginia - McIntire School of Commerce
January 24, 2011
Journal of Corporation Law, Forthcoming
On April 16, 2010 the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filed a civil complaint against Goldman Sachs in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York. The complaint alleged that Goldman violated the anti-fraud provisions of the federal securities laws, in connection with a 2007 synthetic collateralized debt obligation (CDO) transaction, ABACUS 2007-AC1 SPV (ABACUS). Goldman agreed a $500 million settlement with the SEC on July 15, 2010. We analyze the ABACUS transaction and the SEC's complaint against Goldman Sachs in the context of recent technological changes within the investment banking market. Investment banking was historically a relationship-based business, sustained by reputationally intermediated tacit contracts. Recent advances in information technology and financial economics have codified many formerly tacit elements of investment banking. As a result, some investment banking deals are now transacted at arm's length, and rely more upon formal contracts; we argue that, for this type of deal, there is a stronger case for legal rules regulating the investment bank-counterparty relationship. However, some deals continue to be arbitrated by tacit rules and norms and, for these deals, legal rules are less appropriate, because it is very hard for a third party to ascertain tacit understandings made in the context of a long-lived relationship. An attempt to introduce legal rules into reputationally intermediated relationships may even impair the counterparties' ability to arrive at informal arrangements, and so to trade. The supervision of deals like ABACUS should therefore reflect the extent to which they are transactional or relational; we argue that in neither case is there justification for the application of legal rules or the gap-filling standard of fiduciary duties.
Number of Pages in PDF File: 25
Keywords: Fiduciary Duty, Reputation, Trust, Investment Bank, Securitization
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Established in 1930, Bergen Golf Course was built on fertile farm ground which to this day provides a lush green terrain. The course features eight par fours and one par three. The course has no bunkers or water hazards which makes it playable for golfers of all abilities! But don't be fooled, tree lined fairways and smaller greens make accuracy a must!
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A private, family-oriented RV campground with 120 sites from tents to huge recreational vehicles. Peaceful, wooded setting close to all the activities at Rend Lake.
Beverly Lake Forest Preserve Trail is perfect for hiking and biking. The five mile out and back trail located near Dundee that features a lake and is rated as moderate. The trail offers a number of activity options and is accessible year-round. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.
CITY:Hoffman Estates
Bicentennial Riverfront Park is a five-acre community park on the south bank of the Fox River. Bicentennial Riverfront Park makes optimum use of the river, with abundant fishing, plus canoe and kayak access to the white water chute. There is also a beautiful view of the Glenn Palmer Dam as you follow the trail along the river and the picnic area, playground and river-side pavilion are popular community gathering spots in the summertime.
Bicycle/Hiking Trails - Aurora
More than 35 miles of scenic trails, from Aurora to Crystal Lake, pass through scenic landscapes. Active travelers enjoy biking, hiking, jogging and cross-country skiing. Nature-seekers enjoy bird watching and tranquil vegetation. Routes include the Fox River, Virgil Gilman and Red Oak Trails, and the Illinois Prairie Path.
Big Bend State Fish and Wildlife Area
1,188 acres of natural beauty. Fishing on Rock River and hunting.
Ride the Big Eli Wheel at Community Park. Similar to the Ferris wheel, Eli Wheels are more compact and easily movable. The Eli Bridge Company still manufactures these wheels and other amusement rides in Jacksonville.
Visitors can canoe from Riverside Park in Murphysboro to Rattlesnake Ferry in LaRue Pine Hills.
Encompassing more than 3,000 acres along the Mississippi River, Big River State Forest is a remnant of woodland that once bordered the vast prairies. The 1-½ mile Lincoln Hiking Trail commemorates Abraham Lincoln's march through the area in 1832.
This forest preserve has miles of wooded trails and a quarry lake suitable for hiking and horseback. Fishing, canoeing and kayaking permitted in season.
CITY:Big Rock
Rent a bike and ride along the city's breathtaking Lakefront Trail with a guide from Bike Chicago, or pick up a free map and take your own self-guided tour. The section of the bike path that winds along North Avenue Beach.
Just outside of Edwardsville, Bilbrey Farms is home to exotic animals and trained birds. Come feed the animals or stay at the bed and breakfast.
Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park
On historic Bluff Street along the waterway in downtown Joliet, this park features free summer concerts, lush grounds, outdoor bandshell and indoor theatre. Office hours: Monday - Thursday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm and Friday 8:00 am - 12:00 noon.
Bill's Friendly Christmas Tree Farm
Cut your Christmas tree in a backwoods setting. We have many trees, including Norway, white spruce and blue spruce. Family owned and operated. Trees up to 23 feet tall.
Bird Haven Greenhouse and Conservatory
Lord and Burnham designed this historic greenhouse featuring a tropical house, cacti room, show house and outdoor gardens.
Challenging and scenic 18-hole golf course that offers the public a fantastic practice facility with lighted driving range and natural grass tees. PGA golf instructors on staff to help improve your game. In addition, we can help you plan the perfect golf outing, small wedding or special event. Or stop by the Fireside Grill for breakfast, lunch, dinner or Friday fish fry.
The city of Paris operates this property on Twin Lakes. Wander the trails to see plants and animals that live in the woods, on marshy land and on the lake. Special nesting boxes have brough bluebirds to the meadows.
Beautiful course, hidden in the hills, awaits golfers of all skill levels. Eighteen challenging holes, elevated greens, wide open fairways.
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
Black Hawk Statue at Lowden State Park
At Eagle's Nest Bluff in Lowden State Park, proudly stands a 48-foot statue of a Native American quietly revering the beauty of the River Rock Valley below. Commonly called Black Hawk, after the legendary Chieftain, the statue was created as a tribute to all the Native Americans who once called the area their home.
A variety of equestrian services for beginning to advanced riders. Personalized professional instruction and scheduled trail rides.
Nestled on 54 scenic acres, Blackberry Farm is a family-friendly destination that features unique play areas for all ages, live animals, amusement rides, and a living history museum that brings Aurora's history to life through demonstrations, exhibits and extensive artifact collections. Blackberry Farm is fun for all ages and is a great choice for your wedding, company picnic, birthday party or family reunion. All attractions are included with daily admission. Enjoy unlimited rides on the train, hay wagon, pedal tractors, paddle boats, carousel and ponies. Ice skating rink in winter when weather permits.
The lush bentgrass fairways and greens of Blackstone Golf Club meander through some of the most distinctive natural landscape of any course in the Chicagoland area. And although it can stretch out to a total of 6,727 yards, Blackstone features 4 sets of tees to suit golfers of all skill levels and plays to a very manageable 4,893 yards at its shortest.
Blackwell Forest Preserve in Warrenville, Illinois, has everything an outdoors fanatic could want. Hikers, bicyclers, horseback riders and cross-country skiers can enjoy more than 6 miles of turf and limestone trails, including a convenient route to the Illinois Prairie Path. Trails around the McKee Marsh area feature two observation decks, a bird blind, and signs that describe the history and ecological significance of the marsh.
The Bliss House Museum is operated by the Sugar Grove Historical Society and houses historical exhibits about the village of Sugar Grove and surrounding area. Anyone interested in researching their heritage, may contact the museum for access to probate and civil records dating 1839 - 1955. Hours: Open every Tuesday 1-4 pm or by appointment.
CITY:Sugar Grove
If you enjoy challenging greens and a not too overbearing of a course, you have come to the right place. Bloomingdale Golf Club offers an enjoyable challenge for golfers of all levels.
Blue Goose Run is the perfect farm setting for an outdoor wedding, family or class reunion, corporate or business meetings, and baby or bridal showers. Visit the Machine Shed Gift Shop and Corn Crib Restaurant.
is today's state-of-the-art 18 hole course with excellent club house facilities, driving range, eight lakes, elevated greens, cart paths from tee to green, and plenty of sand. The Pro Shop comes complete with clothing, shoes, equipment (custom fitting) and a snack bar. The course is the "Hidden Jewel" of Central Illinois and puts a premium on course management.
Anchoring the eastern end of the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail, our winery offers you "The Romance of Italy in the Hills of Southern Illinois". We are open year-round, 7 days a week, to provide great Illinois wine. Please join us for wine tasting, a variety of hearty sandwiches, soups, pizzas, and snacks, as well as wine-alternatives such as beer and non-alcoholic beverages. Come enjoy our large indoor seating area and two beautiful outdoor terraces that overlook our vineyard and the rolling countryside.
Bluffdale is an Illinois farm vacation dude ranch and bed & breakfast. Parent Magazine's "Top 10 Family Resorts in North America." Our family has been welcoming guests to our historic Illinois farm near Eldred, Illinois since 1963. Recreation activities include horseback riding, boating, fishing, swimming, hayrides, bonfires, sing-alongs and more. Bluffdale is famous for its generous home cooked meals with home baked bread, rolls and pies. Our luxury cabins, featuring a fireplace and hot tub, are ideal for romantic getaway weekend or honeymoon bed & breakfast lodging. Spring brings a wide variety of wildflowers and morel mushrooms. In fall the bluffs make a colorful drive and eagle watch from Alton to Bluffdale along the Great River Road, a National Scenic Byway. Check our website for rates and availability.
Bobber's is an open-deck, outdoor bar along the banks of the Pecatonica River. It is a relaxing stop for travelers by road or river. Bring your own pole or just sit and relax with a cold drink as you watch the river flow by. Weekly entertainment on the Pontoon Boat stage; never a cover charge. Open: May thru October: Sunday: 11 am - 10 pm; Thursday thru Saturday: 11 am - 1 am.
Bobber's River Tap Presents River Music
Join us by car, bike, or boat on the banks of the Pecatonica River for some live foot stomping river music. Bobber's is an open-deck, outdoor bar along the banks of the Pecatonica River. It is a relaxing stop for travelers by road or river. Food and beverages available.
Bobby's Bike Hike Chicago Tours
Tour Chicago on a cool cruiser-style bicycle and follow a guide who makes brief stops at the most popular sights, providing light-hearted commentary that will keep you entertained. Some fun rides include the Lakefront Neighborhoods Tour, Bikes, Bites and Brews Tour, and the Southside Gangster Tour.
Bakery opens at 6:00am and Market opens at 9:00 to 5:00pm, Monday- Saturday, and Sunday 6:00 to 4:00 pm. May is spring bedding plants, summer is fresh picked vegetables and fruits. After Labor Day, on weekends, pumpkins, pedal cars, pony and wagon rides, corn maze, animal barn, jumping pillow, food stands and the last weekend in Sept. a Craft Show with live music and over 100 crafters.
Bolingbrook Golf Club combines the elements of a world-class facility and championship golf. Featuring an Arthur Hills and Steve Forrest designed golf course, a learning academy, clubhouse with lounge, two full-service restaurants, and banquet facilities.
Providing over 2,100 opportunities for recreation. Relax, have fun and embrace the power of recreation.
Get into the swing of spring at Bonner Heritage Farm! Enjoy a variety of spring-themed activities, crafts and demonstrations. Wagon rides, farm animals, food and entertainment round out the afternoon. Be sure to take a guided tour of the Bonner farmhouse.
Bonnie Brook Golf Course & Banquet Facility
Bonnie Brook is one of the most popular public courses in Lake County, boasting a meticulously manicured 18-hole course with rolling, wooded terrain. Its natural, picturesque landscape offers golfers the ability to enjoy tree-lined fairways, spacious greens, small lakes and the beauty of the north branch of the Waukegan River, which flows gently throughout the course. With a course length of 6,701 yards, Bonnie Brook offers championship golfers a solid test while being friendly and forgiving to the high handicappers. The clubhouse features a Indoor Golf and Learning Center which houses a P3Proswing Simulator. The simulator and its software helps analyze a player's swing and provides guidance how to improve their game and is available on an appointment basis only.
Offering good par fours with difficult par threes, this course is architecturally classic and slightly rolling, with medium-size greens.
Boone County Conservation District
The Boone County Conservation District manages over 3,00 acres of prairies, woodlands and wetlands in scenic Boone County, Illinois. Minimum impact recreational opportunities, special events and educational programs are offered to the public throughout the year.
Location for many events including craft shows, auto shows, animal shows, softball & volleyball games, and the Boone County Fair (held in August). Also see one-room school house relocated from northern Boone County.
Boone Creek consists of three unique 9-hole courses that can be combined to make up three different 18-hole courses, allowing you to play a different course while visiting the same location. Boone Creek Golf Club has a natural setting with a number of wetlands and creeks that are home to a variety of wildlife including frogs, beavers, snapping turtles, wood ducks, deer, cranes, and red-tail hawks. Our golf course has large and undulating greens that provide some of the best putting surfaces in McHenry County.
Situated on 45 beautiful acres, this nine-hole, 2205-yard, Par 32, executive length course offers the perfect course for a quick round of great golf.
The marina offers modern concrete docks, an air-conditioned lounge, private showers, dry dock, and winter storage.
Swimming and fishing, boating, tent camping
The newly renovated Bowen park's theme for their new playground is "Forest Findings". The overall layout offers tiered play areas arranged on the northwest hillside of Bowen Park. Fun and learning will go hand-in-hand as children and their families enjoy modern playground amenities, combined with several environmental learning stations that represent a forest ecosystem. Parents and kids alike will also enjoy the six-station fitness/exercise trail located on the perimeter of the playground.
Bowes Creek delivers a private club experience to the public golfer! It offers annual memberships for a day, or just enjoy Porter's Pub - an English inspired eatery.
Enjoy bowling as well as karaoke every Friday and Saturday.
Great family fun at this completely remodeled bowling alley.
Brae Loch Banquets and Golf Club
The golf course has 18-holes and it is a par-70 course. Brae Loch Banquets feature a bright space in a country setting overlooking the fairways at the Lake County Forest Preserves Brae Loch Golf Club. A fine balance of food, location and people are the three ingredients that an event at Brae Loch brings together for a truly memorable experience. The banquet facility comfortably seats up to 165. The menu includes appetizers, entrees, and desserts that are almost too beautiful to eat, but too wonderful to skip.
Trails for bird watchers and nature lovers; 200 acres.
Bridges of Poplar Creek Country Club
The 18-hole "Poplar Creek" course at the Bridges of Poplar Creek Country Club facility in Hoffman Estates, Illinois features 6,108 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 70 . The course rating is 70.2 and it has a slope rating of 126 on Blue grass.
CITY:Hoffman Estates
Located in Lockport, IL, just 40 miles southwest of Chicago's Loop, Broken Arrow features 27 holes of Championship Golf, Driving Range, and Banquet Venue. Broken Arrow utilizes the "Prolink" GPS System by GPS Industries on its entire fleet of Club Car Golf Carts. These large and easy to use systems act as "virtual caddies" designed to give you all the information you need. At a glance, golfers can see the entire hole, hazards, bunkers, and rough areas. This system also allows the golf shop to issue weather warnings and other messages to golfers. The clubhouse features a full service golf shop, snack bar, locker rooms, restaurant, and banquet room. Accommodating up to 250 guest events, the Banquet Room is perfect for making your dream event a reality! With 27 holes of Championship Golf, Restaurant, and Banquet Venue, Broken Arrow has plenty to offer.
There's more than 200 beautifully landscaped acres to explore at Brookfield Zoo. Highlights include dolphin shows at Seven Seas, ape encounters at Tropic World and the chance for kids to dress up and play veterinarian at the Hamill Family Play Zoo. The zoo also offers an old-fashioned carousel and a wide variety of shopping and dining options.
Here at Brookhill we have everything you need to put together an ideal day on the course, from picturesque scenery to top-notch facilities nearby lodging. This course features fantastic views as well as a design that accomplishes the rare feat of both challenging experienced players while helping newcomers relax as they enjoy learning our classic game.
Browns Oakridge Zoo is a family owned and operated zoo established in 1990. Beginning with a single pot bellied pig and a few whitetail deer, the number of species housed at the zoo has grown to include five Siberian tigers, several black bears, two lions, and many more exotic and domestic animals. Over the years we have taken in many abandoned animals. A total of 152 lion and tiger cubs, abandoned in captivity have been reared here. Most of our animals have been raised in the house, and have had a lot of human contact. You won't just get to see the animals here, but you will be able to have hands on contact. Imagine being able to hold a lion, tiger, or bear cub. It brings out the kid in all of us.
Right in the middle of Energy you will find Bruce Park. A nicely manicured 8 acre park with trees, pavilions, ball diamonds and soccer fields. The park is a great place to take your family on an outing or for your kids to participate in local sports. While you are there, take a look at the military memorial. There is also a monument with the bell from a schoolhouse that stood on the site.
Bowling, cosmic bowling, video arcade, Pizza Hut Express and more.
Brunswick Zone offers bowling, billiards, Laser Tag, an arcade/game room plus meeting space for corporate parties, team-building and special events.
CITY:Carol Stream
DuPage County, Chicago's Western Suburbs - Brunswick Zone in Naperville offers bowling, billiards, an arcade/game room, Laser Tag, Bumper Cars plus meeting space for corporate parties, team-building and special events.
Brunswick Zone XL is a full- feature, family- friendly entertainment destination with something for everyone. Our center in Romeoville sets the standard for family entertainment with more than 60,000 sq. ft. of fun for all ages. Bowling, billiards, video games and more!
Brunswick Zone XL is a full-feature, family-friendly entertainment destination with something for everyone. Our center in Romeoville sets the standard for family entertainment with more than 60,000 sq. ft. of fun for all ages. Brunswick Zone XL is a great place for Corporate Parties, Team Challenges, Monumental Moments and Birthday Parties! Call us today for more details. Become a fan of Brunswick Zone XL on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/bowlbrunswick
This is a 9-hole, 36 par, 3218 yard course set on challenging terrain with three sets of tees. Weekday and Weekend Green Fees: 9 holes - $10: 18 holes - $13.00; Motorized Cart Rental: 9 holes - $10.00 per seat; 18 - holes - $14 per seat.
Bryant's Miniatures features miniature horses, llamas and George the camel. Children and adults are welcome to enjoy the animals at this hands-on facility.
CITY:Norris City
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.
Hike or bike into Buehler Preserve from Galena and experience the prairie life! Pets welcome. Fishing is allowed.
Buena Vista is a par 32, nine-hole golf course with a driving range, pro shop and snack bar. Open seven days a week during the season, weather permitting.
Built in 1965 and purchased by the village in 1977, the Buffalo Grove Golf Club is one of the finest municipal facilities in the area. The course features bent grass greens that are complemented with bluegrass fairways and tees. A mix of mature trees, sand and water will challenge shot-making abilities of all skill levels. Buffalo Grove Golf Club can be played from 6883 yards to as short as 5983 yards. The course offers three sets of tees; the choice is up to you. Course amenities include a driving range, chipping green, putting green, locker rooms, and a full service restaurant.
CITY:Buffalo Grove
62 vehicle sites. Seasonal.
On the bluffs of the Illinois River, this small but charming park is home to an enormous outdoor sculpture. Mounds representing five earthen sculptures molded from Illinois clay, known as Effigy Tumuli, invite visitors to walk around and explore. All five subjects, including a snake, turtle, catfish, frog and insect are native to the Illinois River area. This State Park offers the ideal terrain for the beginner hiker.
Bunker Links Golf Course is an 18-Hole (Par 71) regulation golf course located in Lincoln Park on the north end of Galesburg, Illinois in Knox County. Designed by local golf enthusiasts, Bunker Links opened in 1924. Owned and operated by the City of Galesburg, it offers a wonderful, affordable and accessible recreation option for Galesburg residents and guests.
Bunn Golf Course is a regulation 18 hole facility. It is a tree lined course with narrow fairways and challenging holes. Water comes into play on several holes throughout the course. The 18th green is one of the most challenging greens in the area.
Open all year, swimming and fishing, handicap access.
The Bureau County Metro Center is a 50,000 square-foot recreation center with full size gymnasium; 25-yard indoor swimming pool with wading pool and observation balcony; racquetball courts; weight room; cardio-vascular room, elevated running/walking track above the gym; and locker rooms. A 40' x 80' multi-purpose room with adjacent kitchen provides the perfect setting for conventions, expositions, meetings, or wedding receptions.
Burnham Woods, named after Daniel Burnham, who is credited with developing much of the structure of the City of Chicago, has some of the biggest cottonwood trees in the state. Located in southeastern Cook County this course's small greens, mature trees, and meandering streams makes for an excellent golfing experience.
Burnidge/ Paul Wolff Campground
Playground and fishing. 9 miles of hiking trails.
Located 1.7 miles west of Illinois Route 148 on Grassy Road just south of the Crab Orchard Wildlife Refuge. Waterfowl hunting on 960 acres. Guides available. One of the top three harvest clubs in the southern Illinois quota zone.
Burrell Woods Park & Campground
30 camping sites in northern Carmi.
The Busse Woods Trail system is located within Ned Brown Forest Preserve, a 3,700-acre property in the western suburbs. There are 11.2 miles of paved trails for cyclists, equestrians and pedestrians. The main loop is nearly 8 miles, circling some lakes and meadows, while a couple of much shorter side loops will take you to the north and south end of the forest preserve. The Busse Woods Trail connects with the Schaumburg Bikeway on the west, and on the north, Busse Woods links to the Rolling Meadows Bikeway system. Some key features of the forest preserve include fishing, boat rentals and a small herd of captive resident elk. The trails are open from sunrise to sunset.
CITY:Elk Grove
Butler Farms Outdoor Adventures
Butler Farms Outdoor Adventures is located just outside the town of Pittsfield in Pike County. Lodging is always included with your hunt and open all year long for weddings, reunions and Church activities!
Butterprint Farm Pumpkin Patch
This historic 1857 farm offers hay ride trips to the pumpkin patch, rope making, puppet shows and much more family fun.
Open year-round and offering annual and perennial flowers, mums, fall decor, pumpkins, squash, and fall treats. Known also for the 7 acre corn maze, haunted maze and mind twisted maze. School tours and groups welcome. Christmas trees and wreaths offered in winter months.
Byron Forest Preserve District (skating)
The Forest Preserve has one outdoor skating rink and warming shelter - open weekends.
Provides golfers high quality golf at a price that's respectable. We strive to be scenic, pristine, and challenging for our customers' golfing pleasure.
CITY:Port Byron
Biking, running, and walking path. Starts at Byron Forest Preserve and crosses the Rock River to Sunshine Park then north of town.
STEM - robotics, engineering and building with LEGO is what you will find at the C&A Robot Factory. Classes include having fun learning with LEGO machines and robotics, LEGO Mindstorms. Classes can also be provided at a company or school site. Have a birthday party at C & A or we can do in home parties. Also try one of the camps we offer including LEGO Machines and Robots, stop motion movies, etc.
Visit our friendly pub, canoe scenic Fox River.
For 84 years, C. J. Smith Resort has provided everything needed to enjoy a day of fishing and boating on the beautiful Chain O' Lakes in northern Illinois. C. J. Smith Resort is a family owned and operated business since 1929. We believe in providing exceptional service and reasonable prices to our valued customers and guests.
Nature center, nature trail and dog park. Free admission, cost for some activities.
CITY:Wood Dale
Cache River State Natural Area
Renowned for its ancient cypress-tupelo swamp, this natural area has been named one of America's 10 Most Beautiful Hidden Gems by Budget Travel. This sprawling area contains 100 threatened or endangered plant and animal species, and 11 state champion trees that have stood for centuries. Visitors enjoy birding, hunting, wildlife watching, canoeing and hiking. Bikers can access the Cache River via the Tunnel Hill State Trail.
The Wetlands Center provides a one-stop shop for information about the Cache River Wetlands and its recreational and educational opportunities. The center has an extensive natural and cultural history exhibit, wildlife viewing, trails and a video.
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.
Swimming, fishing, boat rentals, RV and cabin rentals, tent camping.
The campground is very clean and quiet. There are many features, such as an in-ground pool, a large pavilion, a play area for children, a small store and a dog walk area. There is plenty of shade in this campground. They provide 30 and 50 AMP service.
Come out to Camp Lakewood and enjoy the views of Lake Pauline plus all the creature comforts. Camp Lakewood is an RV campground. The sites include cable, WiFi, 30/50 AMP. They also offer a one and two bedroom cabin that is fully furnished and self contained. The newest cabin sleeps five and includes Cable TV. They do offer tent sites as well for those who want to be a little closer to nature.
A retreat center and summer residential camp with 1 and 2 week summer sessions for 2nd-8th graders just 2 miles southeast of Rend Lake.


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I've loved Marion since the day I first saw Love me if you Dare (a MUST see for EVERYONE who is reading this) and she just seems to be getting more beautiful and more talented every time i see her.
Thursday, September 03, 2009
Marion Cottilard
I've loved Marion since the day I first saw Love me if you Dare (a MUST see for EVERYONE who is reading this) and she just seems to be getting more beautiful and more talented every time i see her.
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Everytime I see these shots I want to ride a camel.ReplyDelete
I'm DYING to see The Last Flight.
There's something about desserts I just love. The colours are just beautiful I think. Not to mention throwing Marion and Guillaume into the mix!
Did you know they were making another film together? I hope you didn't just pee your pants! :)
P.S I like the new layout!
These photos are indeed, beautiful :)ReplyDelete
I think the first one is my favourite. x
I love Marion Cotillard she has a particular beauty, different, mysterious!ReplyDelete
beautiful.. love the 2nd one :o)ReplyDelete
She was absolutely enchanting and wonderful in Love Me if You Dare (I can't spell its proper French name so English it is)...one of my favorite movies...and her Oscar-winning La Vie En Rose was marvelous. She is so charming and enchanting always.ReplyDelete
oh, i love this girl (who wouldn't?)ReplyDelete
i think she's a great actress and such a beautiful woman. i really like the pics too.
gosh she's stunning! xxxReplyDelete
In reply to your comment on my blog: Hahaha! you're hilarious! :)ReplyDelete
Naww, well I hope you're enjoying your Friday night then! I'm just stuck at home trying to finish my culture + media essay. They say a picture tells a thousand words, but I have to tell one thousand five hundred :(
It's not even that much, but it's Friday night! I want to be a little drunk too!
I am definitely going to see this movie now. Thanks!ReplyDelete
I'm completely agree with you!ReplyDelete
She's so beautiful,talented,she has a great personality!
and.. Jeux d'enfants(love me if you dare)is my favourite movie!
She's so lovely, the pics are gorgeous and your new layout is pretty sweet too :) xxReplyDelete
Lavender tastes a bit like it smells, a little herb-like and floral. :)ReplyDelete
She is beautiful! And I agree- Love me if you dare is fantastic.ReplyDelete
what a great post amanda!ReplyDelete
i love this chick!
i love all the french movie she is in! love love the french! :) beautiful!
Just gorgeous! And that black dress is so va-va-voom.ReplyDelete
she's such an elegant beautiful womanReplyDelete
wow, i LOVEd this spread. it was gorgeous(:ReplyDelete
absolutely stunning :pReplyDelete
I love Marion Cotillard!! Thank you for sharing these.ReplyDelete
You have a very beautiful blog, btw :)


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When you think of Ohio, wild and scenic places don't usually come to mind, but then, there's the Cuyahoga
When I arrived at my friend's house in Northeast Ohio he smiled sadly and shook his head.
"You're two days late," he lamented.
It was Tuesday. He and his family had just been out on a drive that Sunday to look at all the beautiful fall colors. The very next day the rains came, he explained, and the leaves began to melt from the trees.
"It was spectacular a couple days ago," my friend continued. "But there's not much left now."
I had come a long way to see a hardwood forest in autumn. So rather than be dismayed, I took his comments as a challenge. Maybe I had missed the spectacular peak, but, I had no doubt that beauty still lingered in the woods and was determined to find it.
We had planned to camp near and explore the Cuyahoga Valley National Recreation Area (CVNRA), a natural place just north of Akron, Ohio, a place my friend had played in since childhood. After going to all the effort to get there, I wasn't about to let a little rain change my plans. We decided to let it rain one more day and then embark on our excursion.
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The Well–equipped Doggie RV
I was on an RVing with dog's forum the other day and I saw someone posted a newbie question about RVing with dogs. The question was, "Can I use my roof-top air conditioner off the batteries while traveling because my dogs get really hot when we are in really high temperatures?" As a seasoned RVer with dogs, cats, and kids, I was taken aback by the question. It made me realize that sometimes it is important to educate new RVers in how to properly deal with dogs and cats in an RV. So, here are a few questions and answers, starting with the air conditioner issue:
Question: "Can I use my roof-top air conditioner off the batteries while traveling because my dogs get really hot when we are in really high temperatures?"
Answer: You need to run your generator when you are using the air conditioner whenever you are not hooked up to electricity. (There are a few people who have tricked out their RV with so much solar power and banks of batteries that they could potentially run the air conditioner off of their batteries, but this is an extreme situation.) In addition, it is always a good idea to run your generator on a full load once a month just to keep it in good shape.
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Tips for Choosing a Recreation Vehicle
It's easy to choose a pair of shoes, right? You like the style, you like the color and they fit correctly; it's a no-brainer! But choosing an RV can be one of the most daunting and difficult tasks, especially for novice or uninitiated camping enthusiasts. We list here a few things you want to consider before making that jump into the RVing lifestyle. They just may spare you a few headaches in the future. The learning curve can be shortened drastically by taking these into consideration before you sign on the dotted line.
* Type – RVs come in two basic types, motorized and towable. Motorized RVs include all the motorhomes (Class A, Class B and Class C), while towables are the travel trailers, fifth-wheel trailers, pop-up camping trailers, hybrids and slide-in pickup campers. You'll have to decide which type you prefer. There are benefits to each RV.
* Budget – RVs cost real money, so be sure to stay within your budget. Used RVs can be purchased at a steep discount.
* Accoutrements – Evaluate your family's needs and wants. How many people will be using the RV? If you're a couple with three or four kids, perhaps that 8-foot pickup camper is not such a good idea.
* How much living space will you need?
* How many beds?
* What can you absolutely not live without in the galley (kitchen)?
* How much storage area do you need to support your camping hobbies?
* How sophisticated does the entertainment center need to be?
* Do you even need an entertainment center?
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Gosh, it's fall already. I love RVing at this time of year! The campgrounds are no longer filled with the summer crowds, the trees are starting to change, and a campfire in the evening really feels good with the chill in the air. Get out there and enjoy your RV before winter sets in!
If you are planning to be in the Houston, TX, area in November, or if you live nearby, be sure to consider attending RVers' Boot Camp! For the first time, our Boot Camp training program will be offered at Escapees headquarters in Livingston, TX, November 6-8, 2009. The program includes training in RV maintenance and operation, tire and weight safety, fire and life safety, RV driving, and more. For more info, visit the Boot Camp page at
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How often should you repack your wheel bearings on a travel trailer? I am hearing once a year. Is this correct? I can do it myself, but was wondering if there is a video or something that can walk a person through this, as taking it to an RV dealer yearly is rather expensive. Thanks, Nolan
Hi, Nolan:
If your trailer is only used a few weekends a year and is never submerged in water (like a boat trailer), you can probably go quite a bit longer than one year before you need to worry too much about repacking the bearings. If you travel extensively, the one-year interval is actually a good idea. Even if the bearings are fine, pulling the hub and drum allows you to inspect the brake components for wear. Repacking bearings is not really all that difficult, but it can be really messy! Basically, you need to raise the wheel off the ground, remove it, and then remove the hub/brake drum assembly to gain access to the bearings. Check out
for a great free video of the process. When reassembling the hub, it is important to properly set the preload on the bearings and then replace the nut retainer and/or cotter pin to keep everything together. You should also adjust and test the brakes after everything is back together. Like any other repair project, if you feel it might be beyond your capabilities, please take it to a service facility and have a qualified tech do the work.
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Settler's Stew
3 pounds beef for stew
6 tablespoons salad oil
1 cup chopped onion
1 cup chopped green pepper
1 cup sliced celery
½ cup water
1 10 ½ ounce can condensed beef broth
1 8–ounce can tomato sauce
2 tablespoons chopped parsley
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
1 tablespoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
1 bay leaf
6 potatoes, pared and halved
6 carrots, pared and quartered
6 small white onions
1–2 tablespoons flour
2 tablespoons water
1 tomato, cut in wedges
Preheat Dutch oven over coals. Brown beef in oil, add onion, green pepper, celery and sauté until tender. Add 2 cups water, beef broth, tomato sauce, parsley, garlic, salt, pepper and bay leaf. Place lid on oven and cover with hot coals. Cook for about 14 hours. Remove lid, add potatoes, carrots and onions. Cover and cook for about 1 more hour. Remove lid, skim off fat. Mix flour with 2 tablespoons water and stir into liquid. Cook 5 more minutes until mixture thickens slightly. Arrange tomato wedges skin side up on top and simmer covered for about 10 minutes more. Serves 4 to 6.
A Healthier, Eco-friendly Water Bottle
Whether in the great outdoors or at a festival at a park, most people have with them a non-disposable water bottle. In fact, they might have a lot of them collected over time at home purchased from big–box stores or outdoor retailers, and can be made of plastic, aluminum or stainless steel. But what many may not know is not all water bottles are made equally. Many contain liners inside with an epoxy resin containing Bisphenol–A (BPA). In scientific studies, BPA is often linked to health issues such as heart disease, cancers and diabetes, to name a few.
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Forecasting the weather is a combination of art, science and luck – which is why weather reporters always deal in percentages rather than absolutes. Even though the process isn't perfect, it's still wise to listen to the broadcasts and pay attention to the clues about what's coming. At the same time, it's also good to keep a "weather eye" on the sky to look for local or fast–developing atmospheric activity that distant forecasters may not even be aware of.
When planning hiking or camping trips, it is vital to keep track of what's happening weather–wise. Without knowing what the short – and long–term trends are, you might inadvertently travel into the path of a storm. So, along with packing the hot dogs, pop and ice in the cooler; filling the vehicle with fuel and making sure the sleeping bags and tent are aboard, be sure to make tapping into weather information part of your pretrip checklist.
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