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The American Society of Plumbing Engineers (ASPE) has signed its first memorandum of understanding (MOU) ever with the International Code Council. The MOU calls for both organizations to use their knowledge and expertise to advance and promote the design, specification and inspection of plumbing systems.
Both groups indicate that a combined expertise of plumbing codes and engineering leadership can accomplish more than either organization could achieve individually.
This collaboration will identify and promote new and existing sustainability opportunities and services, supporting cooperative standards and codes development that will benefit the entire plumbing industry. ICC and ASPE also will develop products and services for their members and the industry, support initiatives that advance global safe water and sanitation and cross-promote select plumbing related products and services of each organization.
"This partnership speaks volumes about the direction the plumbing industry seeks to go and how each of our memberships holds the other's expertise in high regard," said Jay Peters, ICC PMG Group's executive director. "We are very excited about this union and look forward to partnering with ASPE on initiatives that will benefit our respective members, bring nationwide uniformity to code enforcement and enhance the entire realm of plumbing, sanitation and sustainability globally."
Co-op educational programs, conferences and trade shows will be conducted, along with cross-promotion of codes, standards and related publications. The agreement also calls for initiatives related to chapter resources, technical initiatives, committees and councils to increase and improve the level of education, communication and overall value for ASPE and ICC members.
"For years, ASPE members have played a critical role in developing the International Plumbing Code," according to Stanley Wolfson, ASPE's executive director. "A sound technical and enforceable code adopted nationwide can only result in greater public safety and consistency in enforcement and design…all of which result in positive benefits for our members."
More building departments across the country choose the International Code Council's codes than any other plumbing code. For more information regarding this MOU or the Code Council's Plumbing, Mechanical and Fuel Gas codes and related products and services, visit www.iccsafe.org/.


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Members of a child sex gang responsible for raping and sexually abusing girls as young as 12 were jailed today.
The men and youths, of Czech and Slovak Roma, and Kurdish backgrounds, preyed on a total of five girls, including one with severe learning difficulties, in Peterborough, Cambridgeshire last year.
The girls were also forced to have sex with men for money, which was used to buy drugs and alcohol.
They were jailed at the Old Bailey today, with Judge John Bevan QC also criticising the immigrants for failing to learn English despite having lived in the United Kingdom for up to a decade.
He said it had resulted in a cost to the court of up to £40,000 for interpreters at their trial.
The gang's Roma ringleader, Zdeno Mirga, 18, was sentenced to 16-and-a half years in a young offender institution (YOI) for eight counts of rape and one count of inciting child prostitution. He made one of his victims pregnant.
Iraqi Kurd drug dealer Hassan Abdulla, 33, was jailed for 20 years after being convicted of four rapes and three counts of inciting a child to engage in sexual activity.
Renato Balog, 18, a Roma who helped Abdulla sell drugs, will serve 12 years in a YOI for five rapes and three sexual assaults.
Jan Kandrac, 17, also from a Roma community, will serve five-and-half years in a YOI for one count of rape and two of indecent assault on a child.
The youngest member of the gang, a 14-year-old Roma who cannot be identified for legal reasons, was given a non-custodial six-month youth rehabilitation order after being convicted of sexual activity with a child.
Two of the group's victims are of Czech/Slovak origin while the other three are English.
The case came to light when a Czech/Slovak girl, known as victim A, then aged 12-13, was taken into care and began to tell her social worker what had been happening to her.
Judge Bevan singled out the gang's treatment of one victim, who had an IQ of just 54.
She was repeatedly raped, with men and boys sometimes lining up to abuse her as a "sexual commodity", he said, adding: "To you she was easy meat, a sexual plaything who no one cared about, no one cared for and who nobody would believe.
"Unfortunately for you, the jury did."
Another victim became pregnant and a third self-harmed.
The judge also attacked the failure by the gang to learn enough English to follow the trial or sentencing.
Several family members also listened to today's proceedings in court via the interpreters through headphones.
"The fact is that the defendants all came to this country with their families between five and 10 years ago and the majority are still teenagers," Judge Bevan said.
"The acquisition of a new language is not difficult if you put your mind to it.
"They have not attempted to learn the language of the country of their choice."
He added: "The combination of the crimes you have committed and your attitude to these crimes both in this country and this court bring discredit on all of you in the dock and does a disservice to your fellow Roma who want to work hard in this country, improve themselves and make a positive contribution."
Abdulla, branded a "dangerous predatory paedophile" by the judge, came to this country from Iraq in 2002 fleeing persecution but has since been convicted of offences including drug possession, the court heard.
His barrister James Buchanan said Abdulla still denied his guilt over these charges.
He is likely to be deported once he has served his sentence, along with Balog and Kandrac.
The 14-year-old defendant was allowed to walk free from court after the judge was told he had already spent seven-and-a-half months on remand after being charged with raping a girl. He was acquitted of that charge at the gang's three-month trial.
Speaking outside court, Detective Superintendent Gary Ridgway praised the bravery of the victims in coming forward and then going though with the court case.
"Today gives those girls justice. Those who abused them are now behind bars," he said.
"I'm pleased with today's sentences as it shows how seriously we, and the courts, take this kind of offending. It sends a clear message that we will not tolerate those who seek to exploit vulnerable young people.
"We will do everything in our power to put them before the courts."
The investigation was the first trial under Operation Erle, a joint inquiry between Cambridgeshire Police and Peterborough City Council's children's services.

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November 30, 2011
Kansas City Kansas Community College will play host to a job fair for the new Hollywood Casino.
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The HON/PC-POD2 interfaces an iPod directly to the factory radio in select Honda vehicles, and takes the place of the factory CD changer. The interface retains the ability to use the iPod's screen and controls as well as provide basic operation through the CD changer controls of the factory radio (i.e. play/pause, track up/down, fast forward/rewind). The interface provides digital quality iPod sound and charges the iPod at the same time. Compatible with most iPod models featuring the dock connector including the new iPhone 4G.
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What do a condom, a Picasso exhibit, and brocollini have in common? They all have used Quick Response (QR) codes to create an interactive user experience with the ad.
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If you haven't noticed the Rorschach-like black and white QR codes (and you aren't alone) then here's a quick explainer: You take a picture of the code with your smartphone and are then taken to a related website. According to comScore, one in five smartphone users have ever scanned a QR code.
Brad Frost and Craig Villamor, friends living in New York, started noticing QR codes being used in some really strange places.
"It's become impossible to escape them," Frost, a mobile web strategist and front-end designer at digital ad agency R/GA, told Business Insider. "I started amassing pictures on my phone of the more egregious specimens: underground, hidden, impossible to reach, ambiguous or just downright wrong."
And that, ladies and gentlemen, is how a blog got born.
Frost and Villamor, the director of mobile user experience at Salesforce.com, started a Tumblr called "WTF QR Code?" that encourages people to send in strange uses of QR codes that they spot around town. The pictures range from the weird (bananas) to the weirder (women's butts).
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|This is an incredible one-man floating ball effect. The magician can make a large metal ball float effortlessly in and around the cloth handkerchief. Unlike the classic Joe Karson Zombie effect, the control is entirely different and the ball can float in front of the handkerchief at the performer's will! The glittering ball diameter floats in all directions without any visible means of support. The cloth is sheer and almost transparent. Supplied complete with everything needed including instructions.
|Bob Hummer's Whirling Card has become one of the most popular magic tricks of the last 10 years. Imagine having a card selected from any deck and tossing it into the air. Instead of fluttering to the ground, the card spins from one hand to the other! With another toss, the card hovers between the magician's hands, spinning like a flying saucer. A wide variety of arial acrobatics are possible with this flying card. Finally, for a fantastic finale, the card spins around the magician's body entirely. It is then replaced in the deck, which can be handed out for examination. Also called the UFO Whirling Card, Hummingbird Card, and other names, the trick is the same. It is as much fun to perform as it is to watch. 005nufms02210
|Just like the Dancing Cane, this beautiful milar wand dances around the air and floats in and around the performer's hands. Approximately 13 1/8" long x 5/16" in diameter, this wand comes complete with invisible thread.
|This illusion has been featured by many famous magicians, most notable Okito. This modern version of the effect features a beautifully finished ball made of durable plastic material. This large ball can be seen in the largest auditoriums. The ball floats seemingly under its own power around the stage and at the performer's command. Be aware that his effect requires stage distances, offstage assistant for its traditional presentation, special rigging and attention to background scenery and light. Comes with the ball and detailed instructions. This is a beautiful illusion when performed in the right environment. NOTE: This item is periodically unavailable from our supplier. Please inquire before ordering.
|In the tradition of the Blackstone, we are proud to introduce our version of the classic floating light bulb. Not only does the bulb mysteriously light without any apparent electrical connections, but it can float around the performer and even out into the audience! While not for every performing venue, our outfit comes with one atomic lamp, special socket, and directions on various ways to rig the set-up. Note that this effect is best performed with theatrical lighting and distance from the audience. Various methods of rigging are presented including one-man performance moves as well as those that require offstage assistance. This trick was originally innovated by Burling Hull.
|Two cards and a match are displayed. The match is laid across one of the cards. Slowly the match begins to levitate up into the air! There are no visible means of support. The magician can even take the second card and move it around above the match and even slide it underneath the match to prove there is nothing above or below. This is truly an outstanding magic trick and unlike the Indian version of the effect that many magic shops sell for a lesser price, our version of the effect is made right. You will be pleased. 052FOLMW-0007 or 521RUMTHEFLOATINGMATCH
|The magician shows a silk hank. He tucks it into his front jacket pocket. Suddenly it pops back up and about half-way out of his jacket pocket! The magician tucks the hank back into his pocket and once again the hank jumps half-way out! The magician tucks the hank into his pocket a third time. This time the hank flies out of his pocket, through the air, and into the stage wings! Take the haunted hank trick to the next level! This motorized reel will do it all.
|A yellow with black spots tube is shown empty. The magician then drops a ping-pong ball into the tube but it doesn't fall out. The magician explains that this is due to "heavy air." At his command however, the ball falls out the bottom of the tube. Rope, a magic wand, or other small object can be dropped into the tube with the same result!
|World's strongest invisible thread! Created for magicians by magicians. One single strand can hold more weight than any other brand, PERIOD! Perfect for levitations, both closeup and on stage Stealth Thread is truly invisible and impossibly strong. Over 100 strands of 25' threads (7.62 meters). Includes 12 FREE levitation tricks. 045NUFap00180
|Make everyday objects levitate, spin, and dance! This amazing kit it contains invisible thread, magician's wax, and instructional DVD. Perform the incredible effects such as:
Rising Card - Magically cause a spectator's card to rise right out of the deck.
Floating Bill - Cause any dollar bill from a spectator to levitate moving your hands around it.
Spinning Card - Spectator's will be shocked when you make a card spin through your hands and around your body.
Corked - Effortlessly levitate a cork from the top of a bottle to the palm of your hand.
Rising Pen - Control a pen from any container to your hand without even touching it.
Crazy Ring - Make a ring rise, float, and spin in mid air.
Invisible Bridge - Cause objects to float above what seems to be an invisible bridge above a single card.
Flying Bottle Cap - Amaze everyone when you make a bottle cap spin like a flying saucer.
The Haunted Deck - Without even touching the deck, mysteriously cut a pack of cards in half, and watch as only one card swings out. 006MM6659M
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Political Situation in the Persian Gulf [255v] (206/461)
The record is made up of 1 item (228 folios). It was created in 24 Oct 1827-11 Sep 1828. It was written in English. The original is part of the British Library: India Office The department of the British Government to which the Government of India reported between 1858 and 1947. The successor to the Court of Directors. Records and Private Papers.
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The item consists of copies of correspondence regarding issues requiring the attention of the Political Resident A senior ranking political representative (equivalent to a Consul General) from the diplomatic corps of the Government of India or one of its subordinate provincial governments, in charge of a Political Residency. , Persian Gulf Historically used by the British to refer to the sea area between the Arabian Peninsula and Iran. Often referred to as The Gulf or the Arabian Gulf. . These include:
- A complaint from the Shaikh of Bushire concerning undelivered goods from a British ship, the Duke of Bedford
- Ships from the Gulf arriving at ports in India without proper documentation
- Incidences of piracy in the Gulf
- The possibility of war between the emirates of Sharjah and Abu Dhabi
- A tour of the Gulf by the Resident and a potential visit to Bombay [Mumbai, India]
- The staffing and finances of the Residency A diplomatic office of the British Government established in the provinces and regions considered part of, or under the influence of, British India.
- An overview by the Resident of the state of the British naval forces in the Gulf
- Precautions in the Gulf following an outbreak of plague in Baghdad, Iraq.
The correspondence consists mainly of letters between the Government of Bombay and the Political Resident A senior ranking political representative (equivalent to a Consul General) from the diplomatic corps of the Government of India or one of its subordinate provincial governments, in charge of a Political Residency. . Other correspondents include the Senior Marine Officer in the Persian Gulf Historically used by the British to refer to the sea area between the Arabian Peninsula and Iran. Often referred to as The Gulf or the Arabian Gulf. and the Imam of Muscat.
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Pegasus Power Project, Chino
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Project Status: Withdrawn, January 3, 2002, by applicant.
APPLICANT: Pegasus Power Partners LLC
LOCATION: California Correctional Institution For Men, Chino
SIZE:180 Megawatt Peaking Power Plant
The Applicant, Pegasus Power Partners, LLC, proposes to construct a simple cycle peaking electric generation facility consisting of four General Electric (GE) LM6000 Enhanced Sprint gas turbine engines. It a nominally rated 180 megawatt power plant to be located on the grounds of the California Institution for Men in the City of Chino, San Bernardino County.
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The California Energy Commission is the lead agency (for licensing thermal power plants 50 megawatts and larger) under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and has a certified regulatory program under CEQA. Under its certified program, the Energy Commission is exempt from having to prepare an environmental impact report. Its certified program, however, does require environmental analysis of the project, including an analysis of alternatives and mitigation measures to minimize any significant adverse effect the project may have on the environment.
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Hello and welcome to etcetera online, the web based version of the free monthly paper publication. For those new to us, etcetera is an English language publication aimed primarily, but certainly not exclusively, at the ex-pat community in the areas of the Haute-Vienne, Charente, South Vienne and South Deux-Sevres. It carries local news & events, various useful information on living and working in France, a whole range of artisans and other services plus stories and articles from a variety of contributors.
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Andre Ethier best suited to be fourth outfielder for talent-rich Dodgers
There are three positions in a major league outfield, but the Los Angeles Dodgers have four players who are more than capable of playing every day — and are paid that way.
Dollars won't make Don Mattingly's decision for him. In fact, the outfielder with the most secure position in starting lineup might be the lowest-paid member of the quartet. Electrifying Cuban import Yasiel Puig's salary for the 2014 MLB season is a tick over $3.7 million.
Mattingly is thinking about using Puig as his leadoff man.
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That leaves:
— Matt Kemp, at $21.25 million and coming off an injury-wrecked 2013 season
— Carl Crawford, at $21.1 million and trying to recapture the form that earned him that salary; and
— Andre Ethier, at $15.5 million and probably the group's most consistent performer.
"We've all been starters," Crawford said, as quoted by Dylan Hernandez of the Los Angeles Times.
When all four are healthy, whoever is on the bench will give Mattingly a valuable bat. Ethier has the most experience in that department, with 75 career pinch-hitting plate appearances, in which he has an .831 OPS. The other three have combined for 82 plate appearances as pinch hitters, with Kemp's .567 OPS the best of the bunch.
Ethier's ability to play all three outfield positions also helps his value as a late-inning weapon, capable of entering in a double switch for any one of three players. Puig also has that capability, while Kemp has not played left field since 2006 and Crawford, whose biggest weakness is his arm, has never played right field in the major leagues.
There is sure to be plenty of mixing and matching to keep all four players fresh for what is expected to be a season that stretches to the end of October, but it's not going to be an even split. If all of the outfielders are playing to the top of their capabilities, Ethier again appears to be the man who should primarily come off the bench, filling in when others need a day off. Ethier's career high in WAR is 3.8 in 2012, compared to 6.9 for Crawford in 2010, 8.1 for Kemp in 2011, and 5.0 for Puig last year.
The obvious caveat is that Crawford was a 1.7 WAR player in 2013 and Kemp was at 0.5 in a season in which he barely played, while Ethier was at 2.7. It also just so happens that 2010 was the last time that Crawford made it through an entire season without going on the disabled list. For the different dimension that Crawford brings to the table — potentially causing all kinds of havoc with Puig at the top of the order — he should get a shot at starting to open the season.


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What is your definition of Jazz?
So what is Jazz? I can ask 100 different people that same question and get 100 different answers. Since everyone has their own definition of what Jazz is (and since I am not a Jazz guru), I wanted to discover what kind of Jazz fan I would be. After a little research, it turns out that I listen to Jazz or Jazz influenced music a lot more than I thought I did.
Being a 80s/90s kid, I was heavily into Pop, House, R&B and Hip-Hop. So I was surprised to see that some of the artists I listened to were Jazz artists or had some Jazz influence in their music. From Jamiroquai to A Tribe Called Quest, I listened to some kind of Jazz on a daily basis, Jamiroquai being "Acid Jazz" and A Tribe Called Quest known for their unique approach to rap music using "Jazz infused sound scapes". Let's not forget Kenny G! He was heavily on rotation in the 80s. As I got older and started art school, I started listening to other kinds of music to help with my creative process and it so happened to be Jazz! You can find Coltrane, Stan Getz and Ella Fitzgerald on my playlist.
Working at the Chandler Center for the Arts has given me the opportunity to see many different artists that I would not normally have been exposed to including the Pat Metheny Unity Group who will be here this Sunday, February 23 at 7pm. Pat Metheny is a 20 time Grammy Award winner and has performed with many diverse artists such as Steve Reich, Ornette Coleman, Herbie Hancock and David Bowie. His body of work includes compositions for solo guitar, small ensembles, electric and acoustic instruments, large orchestras, and ballet pieces, with settings ranging from modern jazz to rock to classical.
In 2013, for the first time in 30 years, Metheny recorded with a band that highlighted tenor saxophone for the album "Unity Band," which won him his most recent Grammy. In the album, Chris Potter is on the sax and bass clarinet with longtime collaborator Antonio Sanchez on drums and Ben Williams on bass. Antonio Sanchez is a powerhouse to watch; he is a three time Grammy Award winner and is one of the most in-demand drummers on the international jazz scene and Ben Williams crosses easily between straight-ahead funk and gospel influenced jazz. Metheny also added a fifth musician to the group, Giulio Carmassi. He is a Multi-Instrumentalist, Producer, Arranger and Film Composer with more than 1,000,000 views on YouTube. Together they are a Jazz force known as the Pat Metheny Unity Group.
So whether you're a Jazz Guru or a Jazz Newbie like me, you definitely won't want to miss this super talented group. I can't wait to see them!
Weekend In Review: Last Free Concerts of Season
This weekend was filled with fun and excitement. We could not have asked for a better way to finish up our On The House free summer concerts.
In case you missed it, here is a quick review of the weekend:
On Friday, we welcomed ¡FlaMÉXico! to our stage. Before the doors opened to the stage, Ballet Folklorico Quetzalli-AZ, one of the featured 14th Annual Chandler C3HR Mariachi Festival performers, filled the lobby with incredible dances.
¡FlaMÉXico! then took the audience by surprise with their foot-tapping music and fantastic footwork. To say the least the evening was impresionante!
Saturday evening was yet another free summer concert. We had the wonderful opportunity to hear the musical beats of six up and coming bands/vocalists. It was a great youth showcase!
[Not pictured: Molly Kigin]
A big thank you to all those who came out this season for our On The House free summer concert series. We hope you will join us for another concert or event this upcoming season! Chandler Center for the Arts upcoming 2013-2014 shows found here.
Plugged In: Run 2 Cover
What do you get when you blend together Rock, Metal, Punk & Pop? A group called Run 2 Cover. Run 2 Cover is one of our six acts being featured during Saturday's Plugged-In performance. The band members of Run 2 Cover sat down with us for an interview and here's what we discovered.
In late 2010, Christian and Brandon Iverson (brothers) and their neighborhood friend, Colin Shaw, formed Run 2 Cover. Christian is lead vocalist and bassist (and older brother). Brandon, the younger brother, can be found on the drums. And Colin is the sole guitarist for the band. The three band members may look "punk", but don't let that fool you. Each band members is kind, genuine, and excited to be on this musical journey.
All three of the boys have grown up with music as their main focus. Starting at the age of 12, Colin began playing the electric guitar and Christian started playing the bass guitar. Brandon began piano lessons when he was 5 years old and later took an interest in drums at age 11. The boys have worked hard creating their sound, songs, and vibe. None of the boys attend public school so they have more time to devote to the band and music.
When we asked them where they practiced we were not surprised when they told us they practice at home. Although, not the garage, the band fills the Iverson's home with their loud Rock music. We naturally had to ask if the neighbor's ever complained of noise. The three chuckled and responded with a resounding "Yes!"
The band has encountered minor challenges along the way. There are times when the band will bump heads, but the next day they have moved on and are ready to get back to work. When asked if they have had their "big break" yet, all three said no. They continue to work hard to gain more exposure for the band and have even toyed with the idea of changing the band name. Although they haven't had their "big break," the quality of the band is well on its' way to making it big.
Run 2 Cover recently launched their EP (Extened Play) "Turn the Page" on iTunes this month. Preview the songs here. The band is definitely one to watch live in concert and one to watch as they journey to making it "big."
We are looking forward to welcoming Run 2 Cover to our stage this Saturday, August 24 at 7:30pm for our On The House free summer concert "Plugged In." No tickets required, the show is FREE. All seating is first come, first served. Doors open at 6:30pm, and seating starts at 7pm. Suggested donations: $5/child, $10/adult, $15/family. Your financial support is appreciated.
"Plugged In" And Ready To Rock
We hope by now you have heard the buzz about our On The House free summer concert, Plugged In. The concert hits the stage this Saturday, August 24, at 7:30pm. The evening is going to be filled with young talent from the Phoenix Valley. All of the artists have been prepping for this evening and we know it is an event you won't want to miss.
Who is performing, you might ask? We have a break down just for you:
West Hills Brothers
Mix of Classic Rock, Pop & Alternative Rock
The West Hills Brothers are a unique duo of acoustic/electric guitars, vocals and percussion. Their music is a great mix of classic rock, pop, alternative and original tunes with their own unique style.
Carly Paige
Pop solo-vocalist
Carly is a 15-year-old singer songwriter singer/songwriter/guitar player. She LOVES and is INSPIRED by The Beatles, ELO, LEO, & The Jellyfish!
Run 2 Cover
Blending Rock, Metal, Punk & Pop
Run 2 Cover is comprised of three young, gifted, and relevant musicians. Run 2 Cover performs their original music as well as a wide spectrum of cover songs ranging from Bob Marley, Prince, Alice Cooper, Black Eyed Peas, Guns and Roses, Bruno Mars, Cee-Lo Green, Jimmy Eat World, Ozzy Osbourne, etc.
No Longer Together
Alternative Rock
No Longer Together is an Alternative Rock/Pop band from Scottsdale, Arizona. The group plays modern music – electric and acoustic, originals and covers.
Molly Kigin
Pop/Rock solo-vocalist
Molly is a 16-year-old singer/songwriter/ guitarist from Chandler, Arizona working on her first album.She has independently produced four singles in digital distribution: "Box," "When Rain Falls," "American Nightmare," and "Breathing."
Eclipses for Eyes
Alternative Rock
Alternative rock band based out of Tempe, Arizona! Here to create music with heart and passion.
This incredible event was inspired by our Youth Advisory Council. Council members engage in experiential 3-hour sessions from September – March that provide hands-on, real world leadership situations of a Performing Arts Center. We are currently accepting applications for our 2013-2014 council (candidates are 13-18 years of age). Application deadline is September 4, 2013 at 5pm. If you or someone you know would be a great fit please have them apply today!
Plugged In: Dynamic Duo
Inspired by the Center's Youth Advisory Council, "Plugged In" will feature six up and coming young musical acts in the Phoenix Metro area who will showcase their talent in Chandler on Saturday, August 24, 2013 at 7:30pm.
The West Hills Brothers are a unique duo of acoustic/electric guitars, vocals and percussion. Carson Smith is the lead vocals, guitar, and percussion. His twin brother Cole, plays acoustic and electric guitar and mandolin. The brothers are originally from West Hills, California but now live in Arizona and perform on a regular basis. Their music is a great mix of classic rock, pop, alternative and original tunes with their own unique style. We had to get the inside scoop on who these brothers are, check it out!
Chandler Center for the Arts [CCA]: We have to ask, who is the oldest?
West Hill Brothers: We are actually twin brothers. Carson (the drummer) is 2 minutes older.
CCA: Does it make it easier or harder to work together since you are brothers?
West Hill Brothers: It makes it easier for us to work together because we know each other so well and we don't have to go through the hassle of calling each other up to meet and rehearse and clear dates for shows etc.
CCA: How old were you when you discovered your musical talent?
West Hill Brothers: We were about 6 years old when we first started to learn how to play and we formed our band about 3 years ago. We have grown up with music all of our lives. Our dad is a musician and first introduced us to playing music.
CCA: What instruments do you play?
West Hill Brothers: Carson plays drums, acoustic guitar, harmonica, and lead vocals. Cole plays the acoustic/electric guitar, banjo, mandolin, and back-up vocals.
CCA: Has it always been your goal to be performing artists?
West Hill Brothers: We didn't think about it too much when we were younger because we knew we just liked to play music together. We started out playing local open mic nights and coffee shops and began to love it. Now it's great to have our calendar pretty booked playing some great gigs at some cool events.
CCA: Do you feel like you have gotten your "big break" yet?
West Hill Brothers: We understand its can be a slow process. We love the fact that we have been on local TV and in the newspaper etc. but national recognition would be great. In the meantime we look at is as becoming better musicians in the process.
CCA: Are there any musicians or bands who have inspired you?
West Hill Brothers: We share the same interests in bands and love listening to NeverShoutNever, Foster the People, Mergence, Band of Horses, the Avett Brothers, Jack Johnson, the Beatles, Local Natives, Dr. Dog, the Killers, Mumford & Sons, No doubt, Neil Young, Vampire Weekend, Weezer, and much more!
CCA: How do you balance school and the band?
West Hill Brothers: Our grades are really important and the fact that we are brothers really helps with rehearsal times etc. We like to hang out with our friends on nights that we aren't performing and we really appreciate how are friends have supported us and come out to our shows.
CCA: What is your favorite genre of music?
West Hill Brothers: We like to listen to alternative-rock and we like classic rock too.
CCA: Do you hope to make music your life-long careers? Or do you have a different vision for your future careers?
West Hill Brothers: We definitely want to play and write as much music as possible throughout our lives. We both have other interests in the arts too, but music will always be apart of our lives.
CCA: If you could perform anywhere, where would it be?
West Hill Brothers: We would love to play at a cool festival like Coachella, or Bonnaroo or someday sell-out at a stadium or concert hall somewhere!
CCA: Do you have any interesting stories since you started to perform publicly?
West Hill Brothers: We don't really have any crazy stories, but we have had some pretty interesting notes left in our tip jar.
CCA: What is one thing you want the Chandler Center for the Arts' audience to know about you?
West Hill Brothers: First, we really appreciate the opportunity that Chandler Center for the Arts has given us and second we just want everyone to hopefully love our music and style and see the big sound we get from just 2 people performing.
CCA: Any additional comments or information you might want to share with our audience?
West Hill Brothers: We hope to see you at the event and we will be releasing our new single "Walk in the Park" that we just recorded last week. We want to thank our friends and family for all their support.
Come see this pair perform during our Plugged In concert on Saturday, August 24, 2013 at 7:30pm. No tickets required, the show is FREE. All seating is first come, first served. Doors open at 6:30pm, and seating starts at 7pm. Suggested donations: $5/child, $10/adult, $15/family. Your financial support is appreciated.
Plugged In: Carly Paige
Inspired by the Center's Youth Advisory Council, "Plugged In" will feature six up and coming young musical acts in the Phoenix Metro area who will showcase their talent in Chandler on Saturday, August 24, 2013 at 7:30pm.
One of the featured artists is Carly Paige, an incredible up and coming vocal soloist. Carly Paige is your fun loving teen who you can immediately call a friend. We instantly fell in love with her song "Too Good" (watch out Taylor Swift) and knew we want to learn more about her. Check out our interview with Carly Paige below:
Chandler Center for the Arts [CCA]: How old were you when you discovered your vocal talent?
Carly Paige: My parents have told me that I've been singing since I was 3 or 4 years old. I really started to get into it at about age 10 when I got my first guitar.
CCA: Has it always been your goal to be a performing vocal artist?
Carly Paige: I have always wanted to be a singer/songwriter/guitar player. My Dad use to be in a band, and there were always guitars in the house. It just felt so natural to pick one up and start writing.
CCA: Who are your musical inspirations?
Carly Paige: I grew up listening to The Beatles, ELO, and the Jellyfish. When I listen to their music, it makes me want to grab my guitar and start writing.
CCA: What musical artist are you most often compared to?
Carly Paige: Many people compare me to Colbie Caillat, Taylor Swift, and Sheryl Crow.
CCA: What kind of music do you listen to today?
Carly Paige: I listen to a whole lot of everything. I'm a big fan of The Script, Maroon 5, Ed Sheeran, Taylor Swift, Coldplay, and of course The Beatles.
CCA: What embarrassing songs might we find on your MP3 player?
Carly Paige: I have a few songs from Disney movies on my iPod. I have "Part of Your World," and "Under the Sea" from The Little Mermaid, and "One Jump Ahead" from Aladdin. *laughs*
CCA: Where would you most like to perform?
Carly Paige: I'd just like to play in front of a crazy large crowd. I'd love to play in a large, packed stadium or theatre.
CCA: Who would you most like to open for?
Carly Paige: I would love to open up for Paul McCartney. I just love him. I saw him in concert a few years ago, and he was so amazing!
CCA: If you weren't singing, what would you be doing?
Carly Paige: I honestly don't have anything else that I'm interested in doing. Music is everything to me.
CCA: Do you have any hidden talents?
Carly Paige: I'm double jointed. I can bend my thumb all the way back. Does that count? *laughs*
CCA: Have you hit any roadblocks since you started singing?
Carly Paige: Occasionally I experience writer's block, and few times, I've been sick for shows.
CCA: Since you are so young, do you have any advice for other aspiring youth musicians?
Carly Paige: I think I would just say to keep trying, and do what you love because I believe that if you put your heart and hard work into what you love, you'll be happy.
CCA: Anything else you might want to share with our audience?
Carly Paige: I appreciate being given the opportunity to play at Chandler Center for the Arts, and I can't wait to play for everyone!
Don't miss Carly Paige and our five other acts perform during "Plugged In" on Saturday, August 24 at 7:30pm. No tickets required, the show is FREE. All seating is first come, first served. Doors open at 6:30pm, and seating starts at 7pm. Suggested donations: $5/person, $10/family. Your financial support is appreciated.
Put The Band Back Together
Do you like free? Be sure to join in on the free fun happening at Chandler Center for the Arts during the entire month of August.
Our FREE summer concert series, On The House, officially kicks of with a beat hopping performance by Bad Cactus Brass Band inside the Center this Friday, August 2 at 7:30pm.
Before the show begins, don't miss your chance to win 2 FREE tickets to one of our upcoming 2013-2014 season shows. How, you might ask? All you have to do is Put The Bad Cactus Brass Band "back together" before 7:30pm. It might sound like a difficult task, but we have broken it down into two easy steps:
Step 1: On Friday, August 2, 2013, collect 5 of the 6 band member cards from the following Downtown Chandler locations (one block south of the Center on Boston Street):
– Di Sciacca Glassware
– Sibley's West
– Bourbon Jacks Bar & Grill
– Paletas Betty
– Shoe Thrill
Step 2: Go to the CCA lobby promo table to collect the 6th band member card. Show all 6 band member cards to the person at the promo table to be entered into our drawing*
Participants will be entered into a drawing to win 2 tickets to one of the following shows:
– The Australian Bee Gees Show
– Michael A. Pollack presents Blood Sweat & Tears
– Zoppe, An Italian Family Circus
– Moscow Festival Ballet presents Swan Lake
– One Night of Queen
We'll see you on Friday!
Ole! FlaMEXico!
The journey to find a genuine fusion of two distinct and profound musical styles is a daunting task for anyone. Can it be done? Do two separate arts have a common-ground musically that adequately represent the cultural integrity of each?
Enter Chris Burton Jácome, Flamenco guitarist and composer. Jácome felt a driving force to answer these questions. He charged his project, ¡FlaMÉXico!, with finding, creating and celebrating the musical confluences of Spain's Flamenco and México's Mariachi.
Fast forward to today, ¡FlaMÉXico! has created an enthralling show featuring the melding of two beautiful arts and cultures. During our FREE summer concert series on Friday, August 23 at 7:30pm, ¡FlaMÉXico! will present their findings in a way that will move you to your feet.
Out of pure curiosity as to why anyone would challenge themselves with such a large musical task, we interview Jácome more about his musical journey. Here's what we found out:
Chandler Center for the Arts [CCA]: How old were you when you started your musical journey?
Chris Burton Jácome: I received my first guitar when I was 13. I started taking lessons right away and, according to my friends, I reached a pretty good skill level more quickly than they might have anticipated. I don't really consider myself consciously deciding to pursue music though until I was in my late teens. I got more and more into music throughout my teenage years…started giving other high school kids guitar lessons when I was 16. I consider my "official" journey beginning when I decided to get a degree in music in college.
CCA: Do you play any other instruments other than the guitar?
Jácome: I am not musically fluent on any other instrument. I sing. I have composed some very basic piano music but the only instrument I play and can "speak my mind" on is guitar.
CCA: Your website mentioned the "fusion of two distinct and profound musical styles began as more of a whim." Did you ever imagine this "whim" would bring you to where you are at today?
Jácome: Great question! Sometimes the ideas that just "come to you" are the best ideas! This "whim" that I had a few years ago has already transformed into a very solid, real group. I'm somewhat perplexed as to how this is all working myself…but it is! I still consider this idea in its beginning stages but I am finding more and more artists who are willing to put in the time and energy to cross-train in two different artistic styles and the more artists I get on board the more I can develop the concept. I'm really excited to bring this project to Chandler Center for the Arts and the greater Chandler community. I've always believed that Flamenco is an art form that everyone can appreciate but now with the fusion of mariachi music this concert will be a real delight for anyone who has grown up here in the Southwest or has an affinity for Mexican and Spanish cultures.
CCA: Are there any musicians or bands who have inspired you?
Jácome: Generally, I find inspiration in all bands and all music. Specifically, Flamenco artists that inspire me include: Paco de Lucía, Tomatito, Inés Bacán, Moraíto, Manuela Carrasco, Ramón Montoya, Pedro Sierra, Juan Manuel Cañizares, Antonio Mairena, Fernanda de Utrera. In Mariachi…although not traditional, I'm biased because our cousins are married…Linda Ronstadt. As well as artists such as Vicente Fernández, Mariachi Vargas de Tecalitlán, Nati Cano's Mariachi Los Camperos and all of the mariachi artists that I've seen and heard in my life.
CCA: What can our patrons expect from the upcoming show?
Jácome: Rhythms that make you want to dance! Heart-wrenching songs that make you want to hear them again and again! Flamenco footwork that will blow your mind! And, of course, a group of highly skilled artists that love being the tour-guides into the music and dance of the cultures of Mexico and Spain.
CCA: Do you have any advice for aspiring musicians?
Jácome: Keep practicing, playing, studying, learning and developing. Find as many teachers as you can. Above all, define your goals with music because your destination will determine what route you take and how dedicated you must be to reach your destination. If your goal is to have fun, then by all means, have fun! Learning a musical instrument enriches your life and provides so many opportunities to create great relationships and communities. If your goal is to become a professional musician and earn your living from your music, well then, you might not have the luxury of music always being fun. Prepare yourself to sometimes call music, "work."
CCA: Any additional comments?
Jácome: This is going to be a great evening! Flamenco and Mariachi are both art forms of the people and they are wonderful performance art forms because the more audience participation, the BETTER! Please come early to get a good seat and bring your gritos (mariachi yells) and your ¡Olé!'s (flamenco words of encouragement) because we're going to have a night to remember!
Come and enjoy the best of both worlds of ¡FlaMÉXico!, the musical reflection of two cultures forming a new vision on Friday, August 23 at 7:30pm. No tickets required, the show is FREE. All seating is first come, first served. Doors open at 6:30pm, and seating starts at 7pm. Suggested donations: $5/person, $10/family. Your financial support is appreciated.
Jazzed Up for Dmitri Matheny Group
Celebrated for his warm tone, soaring lyricism and masterful technique, American musician, Dmitri Matheny will perform at the Center during our FREE summer concert series on August 16th at 7:30pm. Completely fascinated by Dmitri's history and his love of the unique flugelhorn instrument, we couldn't help but interview him to learn more.
CHANDLER CENTER FOR THE ARTS (CCA): When did you start playing the flugelhorn?
DMITRI MATHENY: I started on piano at age 5, switched to trumpet at age 9, and began playing flugelhorn in my teens.
I credit my father and his hip record collection for kindling my childhood interest in music. There was great music on our turntable all the time, from Rachmaninoff to Ray Charles.
After awhile I started to notice that many of my favorite musicians — people like Miles Davis, Chet Baker and Art Farmer (who later became my teacher) — were trumpet and flugelhorn players.
I especially loved the flugel for its warm, lyrical sound.
CCA: How many instruments do you play?
MATHENY: As a composer, I've learned to play several instruments just a little, but the only instrument I play professionally is the flugelhorn. That's my voice.
CCA: For our audience, who may not be familiar with this type of Jazz, what can they expect to experience at the concert?
MATHENY: This is going to be a very special concert.
We're featuring Clairdee, a wonderful vocalist from San Francisco who sings the Great American Songbook in the tradition of Ella Fitzgerald and Sarah Vaughan.
Our concert will showcase the golden era of the American movie musical and the leading songwriters of Broadway.
The program will be a hit parade of American popular songs as seen and heard in some of the most beloved films and shows ever made. The very best of George Gershwin, Irving Berlin, Jerome Kern, Lorenz Hart, Richard Rodgers, Oscar Hammerstein II, Cole Porter, Harold Arlen, and more.
The audience will witness some exciting improvised solos, of course. They'll tap their feet and feel the rhythm. But it's the familiar melodies that will seduce and delight them.
CCA: We noted you have traveled to 19 countries. Do you have any fun "on the road" stories?
MATHENY: So many memories! In Azerbaijan, on the Caspian Sea, people spread caviar on their toast at breakfast like it's no big deal. I brought home a peanut butter-sized jar of Beluga! Barbados is home to flying fish, spectacular sunsets and some of the most beautiful women I've ever seen. The Netherlands is a tiny country (less than twice the size of New Jersey), but there are dozens upon dozens of music venues. Nearly every village has a beautiful theater or jazz club in which to perform.
CCA: As an advocate for jazz, what is the best way to keep jazz alive for our future generations?
MATHENY: For musicians, mentorship is key. Although formal jazz education is thriving at colleges and conservatories, there are many things about this art form that can only be learned one-on-one from a master musician.
For music lovers, nothing compares to the thrill of attending a live performance. Why stay home and watch amateurs audition on TV shows like American Idol, when you can go out and be entertained by seasoned professionals in your own community?
Keep supporting live music!
CCA: Anything else you may want our Chandler audience to know?
MATHENY: As performing musicians, we make our living on the road, playing all kinds of venues, from intimate nightclubs to elegant recital halls to big, outdoor festivals.
The Chandler Center for the Arts rivals the best of these in terms of sound, sight-lines and ambience. The acoustics are stellar — every bit as good as they are at Carnegie Hall.
As a Chandler resident, I'm proud to have a theater of this caliber where I live, and I'm delighted to be performing there with such a terrific band.
This show offers residents and visitors to the area the opportunity to experience the Great American Songbook — live — in a world class concert hall, right here in the Valley of the Sun.
And you sure can't beat the ticket price!
See Dmitri Matheny Group featuring Clairdee live at Chandler Center for the Arts on Friday, August 16, 2013 at 7:30pm. No tickets required, the show is FREE. All seating is first come, first served. Doors open at 6:30pm, and seating starts at 7pm. Suggested donations: $5/person, $10/family. Your financial support is appreciated.
Bad Cactus Brass Band – Nothing But Great!
Have you been to Chandler Center for the Arts? If not, now is your chance! All during the month of August, the Center will host four different FREE concerts under the On The House program. Each concert showcases a family-friendly performance that is sure to leave you wanting more. Gather your friends and family and experience a Chandler Center for the Arts performance "On The House."
The free concert series kicks off on August 2, 2013 at 7:30pm with The Bad Cactus Brass Band. Coming out on the scene in 2009, this amazing group brings to life traditional New Orleans Mardi Gras inspired music in a fun and exciting fashion.
Although their name is Bad Cactus Brass Band, there is nothing bad about this group. *Their repertoire includes original dance music, funky street beats, traditional dixieland, gospel and swing, and pop songs reinterpreted with a brass band sound. Powered by tuba, drums, trumpets, saxophones, and trombones, the Bad Cactus Brass Band brings a Mardi Gras energy to street corners, festivals, parties, nightclubs, etc.
"They play loud, they play great… If you were to imagine how it might have sounded if Bix Biederbeck had been in a garage band in his Davenport days, it might have sounded like the Bad Cactus Brass Band." Jim Phillips, Arizona Classic Jazz Society*
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Come enjoy the different flavors of jazz and funky beats as this group triggers a joyful energy into the audience that will have everyone dancing till they cannot dance anymore!
No tickets required for this show. All seating is first come, first served. Doors open at 6:30pm, and seating starts at 7pm. Suggested donations: $5/person, $10/family. Your financial support is appreciated. Learn more about our On The House FREE concert series here.


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Four new polls show Colorado is close … or isn't
Barely a week out from the only poll that matters in the election, four new polls in Colorado show that the presidential race is too close to call — except when they show it isn't.
Three polls released Thursday by what critics would charge are Democratic-friendly pollsters show President Barack Obama leading in Colorado by at least three percentage points. It's the fourth poll, though, that might have Team Obama sweating.
The poll from NBC News, the Wall Street Journal and the Marist Institute for Public Opinion, shows the presidential race tied in Colorado, 48-48. The same poll showed Obama with a 5-point lead in September over GOP nominee Mitt Romney. Only 2 percent of voters in the poll are undecided or considering changing their mind.
What's worrisome from an Obama perspective is that Obama is now losing among suburban Denver voters and independents in the poll. His lead with women has slipped from 14 points to 7. It was within those demographic groups that Obama built his victory in Colorado last election.
Only strong support among Latinos and in liberal centers is keeping Obama hanging on, according to the poll, which hit 1,128 likely voters. Its sample is divided 34 percent Democrats, 33 percent Republicans, 32 percent independents, the same split as the September poll.
"Romney's had a better October than any of the other months in the campaign. We do see a change in his favorability," Marist director Lee Miringoff told NBC News. "He's no longer upside down. That's leveled off. He's doing better with independent voters, closed the gender gap, and doing better with women. What that means for a place like Colorado — it is extremely close right now, but it is clearly a state that could go either way."
The three other polls offer more reason for optimism for the Obama campaign.


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Un ganador ha sido elegido entre 197 diseños de 52 diseñadores freelance.
I am launching an online travel magazine mainly catering towards active and affluent baby boomers. However instead of boomers we are rebranding them zoomers.
Zoomers are 50+ travelers who are highly educated, affluent and active. They are not the type to travel to Mexico to sit on the beach. A vacation for a zoomer might be flying to Thailand and taking a massage course or taking an art history tour in Italy.
Zoomers can also be found putting their education to the benefit of others. Perhaps they have chartered a helicopter to see the Himalayas and along the way they are stopping off in an orphanage to dispense medical supplies or help engineer an irrigation system.
Zoomers like to combine travel, active learning and adventure in one vacation. They are not the tour bus travelers but instead would rent their own car and explore at their own pace.
Zoomers defy their age and seek to stay active for as long as they can.
If you have any questions please ask as I realize this is probably a challenging logo.
The key word here is PASSION. The idea of traveling all the way to Italy just to study some art may sound boring to some but for someone passionate about art it's an adventure.
Since the word zoomer hasn't entered the public lexicon yet the logo has to reflect a sense of passion and curiosity. The logo should pique the curiosity of the reader to make them want to read more.
One idea I had is the use of a question mark integrated into the logo, as if challenging the reader to find out what this is all about. I thought of the idea of a question mark because it symbolized the learning part of the vacation. This is only an idea I had so please do not feel obligated to put it in the logo. I would rather you come up with your own interpretation and then explain it to me but if the idea of the question mark appeals to you then feel free to use it.
Also please submit your logos on either plain white or black background. Some designers create amazingly good looking backgrounds but then their logo only looks good on that one particular background.
If you look at the winning design of my MOTOYEN contest you will notice that his design works well on either a light colored background or dark. Also the logo itself works with either color or no color. I like the versatility of that logo and I would hope designers would take that into consideration.
Please keep in mind that this is catering to an affluent market. So the logo needs to reflect an upscale luxury brand. I also plan on branching out the website into a monthly publication so the logo should reflect that. Meaning not too much web 2.0 look more of a corporate look.
And lastly what about the bonus. I will paypal anyone $50.00 if you can come up with a tag line for the business to be used in conjunction with the logo. Adventure travel, active travel, etc. all those cliches don't really fit what the site is about.
I've been wracking my brains trying to summarize basically what's I've just written here into a simple tag line but so far I haven't come up with anything I love. I know on the old sitepoint contests there were some great tag line contests so all you linguists fire up those pens.
- The word zoomeropia should not be broken up.
- The logo should be recognizable as travel related.
- The logo should inspire passion of the viewer.
- The logo should pique the interest of the viewer.
- The logo should reflect an affluent luxury brand.
- The logo should work well on either in color or monochrome.
- Airplanes, luggage, palm trees, globes, etc. All the typical clip art cliche stuff.
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An accident involving a six-year-old boy who fell more than 12 metres down a mountain face while hiking on the North Shore raises the question of whether parents should take young children hiking on advanced trails.
District of North Vancouver Fire and Rescue Services attended Monday afternoon to rescue the boy, who was hiking where the BCMC and Baden Powell trails intersect — a section nearly as steep as the Grouse Grind.
Jason Deroy, assistant chief with the rescue service, said the boy was taken to Children's Hospital in stable condition with a cut on his head and rash on his back, but does not appear to be seriously hurt.
"He'd fallen 40 feet down an embankment," said Deroy, who noted the boy was with his mother and one of her friends when the accident happened around 1 p.m. "When crews got to him, they took him out in a basket. But he didn't appear to be seriously injured."
"The little guy is tough, he was banged up but was stable and talking with firefighters," the service tweeted earlier.
As summer reaches it's peak and families are drawn to the easily accessible North Shore mountains, the accident is a reminder that hiking can be a serious athletic endeavour that is not always suitable for children, despite the fact that kids are a common sight on trails, whether it's babies in backpacks or toddlers scrambling up the Grouse Grind.
"We're seeing issues on the Grouse Grind," said Tim Jones of North Shore Rescue. "We have a patrol going up at night and there's been situations where we're escorting people out with their kids. The kids are exhausted, the parents need help. They don't have enough water. We turn around groups of parents with small children and escort them down at night."
Jones cited one instance in which a young boy was told by his father to go up the Grouse Grind alone and that the father would meet his son at the top after taking the tram.
"The kid got scared about halfway up and came down. Our members intercepted him.
"We've had a number of goofy situations with parents and their kids. Some parents do very well, but some have no estimation of what the Grind is like. It's a head shaker for us."
Jones said it's important when hiking with children to ensure there's enough time to finish the hike or modify it based on a child's capabilities, especially in the hot summer weather, because they need more water and rest. "You can't be dragging kids into the ground.
"It's when they don't have enough water and they're force-marching the kids and they themselves are exhausted, that's not a good situation. At night, we've had situations where our own members are carrying the kids and the parents have no light and the parents are exhausted."
Vancouver father Dai Manuel said "my gut churns a little bit" at thinking of the fall along the Baden Powell. But it won't deter him from continuing to take his daughters, age eight and 10, on hiking trails.
Manuel, an ambassador for Grind for Kids, a charity that raises funds for B.C. Children's Hospital, said he first introduced his daughters to the Grind last year, when the youngest was just seven. But it's up to individual parents to assess the ability of their kids to handle difficult terrain.
"My kids definitely had a respect for their bodies at six, they knew what it meant to fall," he said.
Parents regularly take toddlers in backpacks up the Grind, he noted, some even allowing them to walk alongside. While he doesn't support age limits on hikers on public trails, such as the Grind, the Baden Powell and the BCMC, he said parents need to make sure their kids know the consequences of taking risks and that they're never out of arms' reach of parents.
"You have to remind them not to do anything stupid … if there's any moment of doubt, you shouldn't do it," he said.
Easily accessible by public transit, the Grind has grown into the region's best known hike and a must-do activity for ambitious tourists. As it has grown in popularity, the Grind has also attracted those not quite ready for the bracing 853-metre gain in elevation and resulted in a couple fatalities and several major injuries.
In July 2005 a group of six family members were rescued from the trail at night after ignoring warnings from mountain staff not to attempt to go down the path after dark.
"We're not very impressed with this group of people," said Jones at the time.
Rescuers were originally told that a single male was stranded on the path after 10 p.m., but when he was reached on his cellphone, Jones could hear others in the background. The man admitted there were five others with him, ranging in age from 13 to 39.
Most incidents occur in the cold, icy winter months.
In February 2006, local artist Kwi Am Choi was found dead on the trail after slipping down an icy embankment during a day trip.
In January 1999, an avalanche killed an Ontario man and prompted an almost five-month closure.
The Grouse Grind's name hearkens back to 1894 when hunters hiked up the mountain's precipitous slopes and bagged grouse.
Annually, over 100,000 people hike the trail with hikers ranging in age from 7 to 90 with an equal male/female split.
On average it takes up to an hour and a half to complete the hike. For novice hikers, two hours is recommended.


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Today we made some big news with the acquisition of Auditude, a leading ad serving solution for premium Internet-delivered video.
Adobe has great analytics tools in the Adobe Digital Marketing Suite to help marketers and advertisers optimize and measure their campaigns with real-time data and analysis on content usage. The Auditude acquisition goes the next step, offering an innovative video monetization platform that will be a key component of Adobe's Media Solutions — enabling premium video content owners to maximize the value of their content while providing an optimal experience for consumers wherever that content is viewed.
Audiences are demanding TV-like experiences on their smartphones, tablets and other connected devices, and yet, to date, this really hasn't come to pass. Today, less than 5% of professionally produced video content is available online.
Now, an integrated Adobe authoring, publishing, monetization and measurement system, will create a dramatically better consumer experience across Internet-connected devices. This is an exciting time for all of us who want to watch more of our favorite TV shows, movies and other premium content online across our Internet devices.
Why hasn't this happened before? While there have been technical challenges for this migration, these are largely being overcome as advancements in technology continue. What remains are challenges primarily associated with the current business model for online content. Complexities associated with rights management, distribution agreements, data collection and activation, have made online premium content workflows difficult. The new integrated workflow with Auditude's technology will help tackle these issues and online distribution and consumption of content will be significantly accelerated.
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Once Auditude technologies are integrated, the workflow will be easy. Publishers using Adobe InDesign and Digital Publishing Suite products will simply manage advertising within their tablet apps, to drive greater yield and deliver a more customized experience for people. Publishers using Adobe Flash Media Server will be able to deliver both Flash and HTML5 video experiences, seamlessly integrating in-stream video advertising with the premium content on the server side without sacrificing the benefits that come from client-side technologies. This will make the online viewing experience remarkably better, and enable publishers and media companies to automatically adapt to the complexities of a multi-device market.
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Nine years ago, in a column about marijuana rings with old school ties, I twitted my hometown by asserting that the Coronado Company, "next to the Hotel del Coronado, remains the most famous business enterprise in the island's history."
It was sort of a goofy stretch, one of those cracks you throw in to stir up the Chamber of Commerce.
If San Diegans are too old (over 70) or too young (under 55), the Company is probably no more than a footnote, if that.
But to '60s-era Coronado High alumni, the rise and fall of the Company, an Island-grown drug cartel, will always be a gripping cautionary tale of doomed adventure.
Sun-bleached surfers, our former classmates, started small with offshore kilo runs from Tijuana in the early '70s.
Louis Villar, a former Spanish teacher and coach of the swim team, was recruited to negotiate with large Mexican marijuana suppliers.
With Villar as CEO, the Company would import more than 90 tons of marijuana and hashish from Mexico, Thailand, Morocco and Pakistan.
Unloading on beaches from Washington to Maine, the Company raked in millions before things went south. Twenty of the Company's conspirators spent time in prison.
The Company had a star-quality villain in Villar, a master manipulator who during the glory days hobnobbed with the wealthy in Santa Barbara and Hilton Head, S.C. After the heat closed in, he ratted out his partners — and even his lawyer, San Diegan Philip DeMassa — and thus avoided a prison stretch.
To this day, Villar's whereabouts is unknown. He's an old man now, 76 or so. Every now and then, I'll get an email from someone who claims to have spotted him.
The Company's players are leaving the stage. Bob Lahodny died in 2010. Attorney DeMassa last year while scuba diving in Hawaii. Ed Otero in December during a fishing trip off Mexico.
Otero's obituary in the Palm Springs Desert Sun avoided mention of the Company: "Following high school Ed rode the wave of life through the '70s and early '80s, which included many adventures."
Talk about burying the lead.
In 1958, "Some Like It Hot" shone a klieg light on the already famous Victorian hotel.
Now we learn from buzzy online reports that George Clooney is reuniting the "Argo" team to make a movie about our seafaring drug ring.
If "Coronado High" is ever made, the Company would become the second most, if not the most, famous business venture in the Island's history.
If the movie stars align, Hollywood could make an honest writer out of me yet.


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It has always been my dream to bring people together for unique dining experiences. At my exclusive Culinary Studio, I invite guests to dine with me at my Chef's Counter. It is this experience that I hope you will treasure as much as I do.
Throughout our meal, I encourage interaction from my guests as I prepare their meals in front of them. Why do I do this? I do it because I am passionate about sharing my love of the art of cooking with others. And, by the end of the evening, my guests have become my personal friends. Whether you choose to dine at my state-of-the-art cooking school or at the intimate and cozy IL MITO restaurant, your home away from home, you will be truly amazed.
At my Chef's Counter/Culinary Studio, I offer a variety of classes. Whether the class is Regional Tour of the World, Food Flight & Beer or Wine Tasting, one-on-one hands-on sessions, corporate team-building events, private dinners or my competition-based Feker's Food Fights, I promise you will leave with a smile on your face and a head bursting with information about the marriage of cooking, food and flavor … not to mention a very full and satisfied stomach!
My personal cooking style is to combine the chemistry of classical French cuisine with the ingredients of traditional Italian cuisine, resulting in delicious flavorful food. Before opening IL MITO here in Milwaukee, I owned and served as the Executive Chef at the critically acclaimed Los Angeles eateries also known as IL MITO. Before having the pleasure of opening my own restaurant, I attended the California Culinary Academy, after convincing my father that I was already a Chef, not a dentist! As part of my training I traveled around the world learning from the best chefs in each port! I was also very fortunate to spend time working at Harry's Bar and Grill in San Francisco, and Los Angeles restaurants Chianti Cucina, Locanda Veneta and Sostanza.
It is my hope that through this blog I can share my passion and my love for food and cooking with you. Please write me and let me know what you'd like to hear from me and how I can help inspire you in the kitchen. I will share many recipes and cooking ideas with you here on a regular basis.


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Monday, May 2, 2011
Pooches & Pickups - Burp Cloths
8 comments:
- Mrs Flying Blind... said...
Very cute!
- May 2, 2011 at 9:29 AM
- Vicky said...
These are really cute. I love this fabric line.
- May 2, 2011 at 9:54 AM
- Megan said...
Haha! Guess what I'm working on right now? I hope to get the post up this week - it's slow sewing around here these days at 32 weeks preggo!
- May 2, 2011 at 10:49 AM
- Ginger said...
Those are so cute! I can't wait to get my hands on that fabric!!!
- May 2, 2011 at 11:08 PM
- shelia said...
i do believe my grand baby boy is going to need some of those real soon :)
- May 3, 2011 at 7:41 AM
- Laurie Wisbrun | Scarlet Fig said...
Thanks so much! I'm so glad you like them. They were sooo easy to sew. And I'm hoping the line starts arriving in stores SOON!!
Megan - Can't wait to see it!!! 32 weeks. And still knitting and sewing up a storm!
- May 3, 2011 at 8:27 AM
- Pam said...
I want this fabric so bad that I feel like I've been waiting forever. I hope it hits stores soooonn!!!
- May 3, 2011 at 9:20 AM
- Ashley said...
We all love them, Laurie! It was so sweet of you to think of us! And now I think of you every time I put one of these to use (and that's quite often -- babies are messy!!)
- May 4, 2011 at 2:12 PM