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(BPT) – With so many options based on where you live and what prescriptions you need, selecting a Medicare Part D Plan can be complicated and time consuming. However, every American 65 and older or Medicare disabled who wishes to enroll must enroll in a plan for 2013 no later than Dec. 7, 2012.
Alexis Abramson, Ph.D, a gerontologist and leading advocate for health and wellness issues affecting baby boomers and seniors, offers five simple tips to guide you through the process during this year's registration window.
1. Sign up for Medicare Part D – no matter what.
Even if you currently don't take any prescription medications, you should still consider signing up for a Medicare Part D Plan. If you enroll late or when you are in need of drug coverage, you could pay much higher premiums. The only exceptions to this rule are seniors with equivalent or creditable drug coverage from an employer's health care plan, retiree health plan or from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.
2. You can get Part D two ways, but PDPs are a more affordable option.
Your first option is to buy Part D coverage as part of a private Prescription Drug Plan (PDP) that is based on the drugs you take. Your second option is to sign up for Medicare Advantage, a Medicare HMO (Health Maintenance Organization) that also includes Medicare Part A and Part B (hospital and medical). According to the Kaiser Family Foundation, a majority of Medicare Part D enrollees opt for private PDPs.
3. Plans change annually so take your time to research.
Assessing all your options isn't easy. You must weigh short-term savings in monthly premiums against long-term costs from co-payments or limited overall benefits. Consider your developing health concerns and how easily a plan will allow you access to your favorite doctor or specialist and medications you may be taking.
4. Preferred pharmacies matter.
Once you've found a plan that fits your budget and medication needs, don't forget about convenience when filling your prescriptions. A pharmacy accepted as "preferred" by a Medicare Part D Plan is a network pharmacy that offers covered drugs to plan members at lower out-of-pocket costs than what the member would pay at a non-preferred network pharmacy. For example, Walmart is a preferred pharmacy on multiple plans including the Humana-Walmart Preferred Rx Plan. People with high blood pressure or who are concerned about heart health also should know that Humana and Walmart just announced that members of the Humana Walmart-Preferred Rx Plan will have access to 10 hypertension drugs for a penny each when filled at one of the 4,400 Walmart or Sam's Club pharmacy locations.
5. Medicare plan finders are your friend.
There are so many options out there, so it can be hard to keep them all straight. Try one of the simple online search tools that source the most cost-effective plan for you. Walmart.com/RxPlan is easy to use and compares all available plans for you based on your zip code and medications you take.


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Today I'm admiring the lovely home of rorie brennan oconnor on flickr. Love the prints. Love the typewriter. Love the turquoise. Love the paint colors. Love the flair for vintage. Love the chandelier. Also love how she describes herself: "Blasé art historian turned attorney who loves pretty things."
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Have you ever wondered what happend to Amelia Earhart or how she lived life? This is her story and all the amazing things she did.When Amelia was ten she saw her first airplane and wasn't too impressed. Then, almost ten years later when she was at a aviation convention, she realized that she had to fly. Amelia took her first flight on December 28, 1920. About a month later she took her own flying lesson. When she had raised enough money six months later she bought her first plane. On June 17, 1931 she was the first woman to cross the Atlantic Ocean. She made many more amazing flights in her life but when she was forty she said she wanted to be the first woman around the world. On June 1st amelia and her navgator Fred Noonan left Miami for the most amazing trip of their lives. By June 29th they landed in Lae, New Guinea after travelling 7,000 miles. They only had to make it to Howland Island which was 2,556 miles from Lae and they would make history. This would be the most difficult part of their flight. Once they took off it had already turned into a disaster because the Itasca could not stay in touch with Amelia. After Amelia sent one last transmission, she disappeared. Nowone knows what happened to Amelia but all we know is that she was an inspiration to everyone.
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Adriance Memorial Library — "Maine and the Hudson Valley, Karl Volk," landscapes, 93 Market St., Poughkeepsie. Hours 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 2-5 p.m. Sun. poklib.org. 485-3445, ext. 3702.
Agustsson Gallery — Sculptures by Magnus Agustsson, paintings and photography by Diane Agustsson, Julie Urtz, Robert O'Neill, James Zatlukal, George Peterson, Agusta Agustsson, 176 Broadway, Kingston. Call for hours: 331-1388.
Ai Earthling Gallery — "Matthew Enger Fine Art," through Oct. 31, Ye Olde Hippie Shoppe, 69 Tinker St., Woodstock. Hours noon-5:30 p.m. Thurs.-Sun. 679-2650. aiearthling.net.
Ann Street Gallery — "Dmitri Kasterine: People and Places 1955-2011" and an oudoor mural-size photo installation titled "Newburgh: Portrait of a City," 104 Ann St., Newburgh. Kasterine's photo portraits include studies of Samuel Beckett, Francis Bacon, Stanley Kubrick and David Hockney. Selections of these portraits (also in the collection of the National Portrait Gallery) plus 40 other notables will be on view in the main gallery. The event benefits Safe Harbors of the Hudson. 562-6940. safe-harbors.org.
Arrow Park — Exhibition of works by Elliot Porter and works from the Orange County Photography Competition, through Oct. 10, Orange Turnpike, Monroe. Call for hours: 545-0520. arrowparkny.com.
Artists' Collective of Hyde Park — Group show, through Nov. 1, 4335 Albany Post Road (Route 9), Hyde Park. Hours 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Thurs.-Sun. 914-456-6700. email@example.com.
Arts Society of Kingston — "A Show of Color: Paintings by Stacie Flint" and "In the Drawing Room: Drawings, Graphite, Pen, Ink, and Value Studies by Our Members," through Sept. 29, 97 Broadway, Kingston. Hours 1-6 p.m. Tues.-Sat. and by appointment. 338-0331. askforarts.org.
Arts Upstairs Gallery — "What's the Point?," group show, through Oct. 13, 60 Main St., Phoenicia. Hours 3-6 p.m. Fri., 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Sat., 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sun. 688-2142. ArtsUpstairs.com.
At the Top — Hudson Valley and Catskill Mountain landscapes in oil by Ellen Perantoni, 6400 Montgomery St, Rhinebeck. 876-0330.
Beacon Artist Union Gallery — "Al/che/my New Works by Grey Zeien," through Oct. 7, 161 Main St., Beacon. Hours noon-6 p.m. Sat.-Sun. and by appointment. 440-7584. email@example.com. baugallery.com.
Beacon Institute for Rivers and Estuaries — "Harnessing the Hudson: Waterwheels to Turbines," archival photos with accompanying descriptive text in an exhibit on loan from the Chapman Historical Museum in Glens Falls, through Oct. 7, 199 Main St., Beacon. Hours 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat. (until 8 p.m. second Sat.), noon-5 p.m. Sun. 838-1600.
Beacon Theatre — "Larry Lyons, New Paintings," Grand Foyer Gallery, 455 Main St., Beacon. By appointment. thebeacontheatre.org.
Betsy Jacaruso Studio — "Catching the Light," student show, through Oct. 7, Rhinebeck Courtyard, next to the back entrance of Bread Alone, 43-2 E. Market St. Rhinebeck. Hours noon-4 p.m. Sun. 516-4435. betsyjacarusostudio.com.
Blackbird Attic — Works by Meera Lee Patel, through Oct. 7, 442 Main St., Beacon. Hours noon-6 p.m. Thurs.-Sat. and Mon., noon-5 p.m. Sun. Call 418-4840 or visit www.blackbirdattic.com.
BlueStone Studio — Artists David Greenbaum and Joann Wells Greenbaum, a potter and painter duo, open a pottery studio and gallery space at 206 Broad St., Milford, Pa. Hours 11 a.m. -6 p.m. Thurs.-Mon., 570-409-4500. email@example.com.
Boscobel — "Current," outdoor sculpture exhibit, through Oct. 8, Route 9D, Garrison, Also: 1808 house with great views of the Hudson River. Hours 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Wed.-Mon. Admission $9, $8 senior citizens, $5 ages 6-14, free age 5 and younger. 265-3638. boscobel.org.
BrookHouse Gallery — "Blind Leading Blind," works on paper by Joyce Ellen Weinstein, through Sept. 30, 5 Austin Road, Barryville. Hours 4-6 p.m. Fri., 1-6 p.m. Sat.-Sun. 456-0066.
Brotherhood Winery Gallery — Exhibit of small works by members of the River Valley Artists Guild, through Oct. 31, 100 Brotherhood Plaza, Washingtonville. Call Joan Kehlenbeck at 754-8232.
Byrdcliffe Kleinert/James Center for the Arts — "Three Points Determine a Circle," works by photographer Lucas Blalock, painter James Hyde and sculptor Fabienne Lasserre, through Oct. 7, 34 Tinker St., Woodstock. Hours noon-6 p.m. Thurs.-Sun. 679-2079. woodstockguild.org.
Caffe Macchiato — Works by Kelly Patton, 99 Liberty St., Newburgh. Hours 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tues.-Fri., 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Sat.-Sun. 565-4616.
Captain David Crawford House — "The Nemethy Family of Newburgh: 3 Generations of Art," collaborative exhibit between the Ritz Theater and Historical Society of Newburgh Bay and the Highlands in which Historical Society's Captain David Crawford House will exhibit the works of Hudson Valley artist Albert Szatmar Nemethy, through Dec. 9, 189 Montgomery St., Newburgh. Closing reception 3-6 p.m. Nov. 11 in the Ritz Theater lobby. Crawford House hours 1-4 p.m. Sun. 561-2585. newburghhistoricalsociety.com.
Carrie Haddad Gallery — "Works on Paper," group show, through Oct. 28, 622 Warren St., Hudson. Hours 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon.-Sat., noon-5 p.m. Sun. 518-828-1915. carriehaddadgallery.com.
CAS Arts Center — "Framing the Landscape," works by Gregory T. Davis , Chip Forelli and Kit Sailer, through Oct. 7, 48 Main St., Livingston Manor. Hours 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Thurs.-Sat. and Mon., 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Sun. and by appointment. 436-4227. catskillartsociety.org.
Center for Photography — "Clouds," works by Yva Momatiuk and John Eastcott, through Oct. 14, 59 Tinker St., Woodstock. Hours noon-5 p.m. Wed.-Sun. 679-9957. cpw.org.
Chester Historical Society — Civil War exhibit, 19 Winkler Place, Chester. Hours 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Sat. through Oct. 27. 469-2591. ChesterHistoricalSociety.com.
Clearwater Gallery and Frame Shop — Photos by Emily Waterfield, 190 Angola Road, Cornwall. Hours 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Mon.-Fri., 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat.-Sun. 534-4445. jonesfarminc.com.
Columns — Permanent exhibit dedicated to the U.S. Marines, 608 Broad St., Milford, Pa. Also: Exhibits on Lincoln flag, Gifford Pinchot, others. Admission $5, $3 students, free for children. Hours 1-4 p.m. Wed., Sat., Sun. 570-296-8126. pikecountyhistoricalsociety.org.
Cornerstone Residence Lobby — Safe Harbors of the Hudson presents "Jonathan Dobin — A Retrospective of Art Works, 1969-2012," 111 Broadway, Newburgh. jonathandobin.com.
Cornwall Grail Center-Phoenix House — "Three Men Three Visions," works by Mel Kleiman, Pete Geller and Elijah Silverman, 119 Duncan Ave., Cornwall. Call for hours at 534-2031. thegrailatcornwall.org.
Crawford Government Center — Works by artist Lydia Anderson and photographer Dana Giro, through Oct. 31, Route 302, Pine Bush. Hours 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 9 a.m.-noon Friday.
D&H Historical Society's chapel — "Chagall in High Falls" commemorates 125th anniversary of the birthday of Marc Chagall, international artist and former High Falls resident, through Oct. 28, 23 Mohonk Road, High Falls. 687-9311. chagallinhighfalls.com.
Delaware Arts Center — "Nature's Will/Material Will," paintings and installation by Robin Dintiman, through Sept. 29, 37 Main St., Narrowsburg. Hours 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tues.-Sat. 252-7576. artsalliancesite.org.
DGAF Gallery — "Steel Bone Bone Steel," works by Domenico Belli and Joanne Bedard, through Oct. 6, 428 Main St., Beacon. Hours noon-6 p.m. Sat.-Sun. 239-5535. dgafgallery.com.
Dia:Beacon — "Opus + One," works by Paris-based artist Jean-Luc Molène, 3 Beekman St., Beacon, through Dec. 31. Also: "Sol LeWitt: Drawing Series," ongoing; "24 Colors — for Blinky," works by Imi Knnoebel, ongoing. Hours 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Thurs.-Mon. Admission $10, $7 senior citizens and students, free age 11 and younger. Call 440-0110 or visit. www.diaart.org/sites/main/beacon.
Downtown New Paltz — "COTA Corridors" is a monthlong townwide art exhibition through Sept. 30. Call Eileen Hedley, 802-3634. celebrationofthearts.net..
Drawing Room Gallery at DeBruce Country Inn — "Ron Lusker — Six Decades of Selected Works," 982 DeBruce Road, DeBruce. Call for hours: 439-3900.
Edward Hopper House Art Center — "Earth, Sea and In Between," works by Zaria Forman, Gretchen Kane and Leah Oates, through Oct. 14, 82 N. Broadway, Nyack. Hours 1-5 p.m. Thurs.-Sun. Admission $2, $1 students and retirees, free for children. 358-0774. hopperhouse.org.
Ellenville Regional Hospital Healing Art Gallery — Paintings by Barbara Gordon, through Oct. 5, 10 Healthy Way, Route 209, Ellenville. Hours 8 a.m.-8 p.m. daily. 647-6400, ext. 286.
Elting Memorial Library — Works by Beth Crawford, 93 Main St., New Paltz. Call for hours: 255-5030. eltinglibrary.org.
Empire State Railway Museum — 70 Lower High St., Phoenicia, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sat.-Sun. through Oct. 28, plus Sept. 3 and Oct. 8. 688-9453. esrm.com.
Esopus Library — Mixed media by Sean Lucas Willett, through Sept. 29, Duck Pond Gallery, Duck Pond Gallery, 128 Canal St., Port Ewen. Hours 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Mon., Tues., Thurs.; 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Wed.; 10 a.m-7 p.m. Fri.; 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sat. 338-5580. esopuslibrary.org.
Ethan Cohen Projects — Jon Kessler's two site-specific installations, "Beaconopolis" and "Bollywood Swan," which incorporate the landscape of Beacon and the physical structure of the former Beacon high school. 211 Fishkill Ave., Beacon.
Exposures Gallery — "Mekong Journey," photos by Nick Zungoli, 1357 Kings Highway, Sugar Loaf. Hours 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Wed.-Sun. 469-9382. theexposuresgallery.com.
Family Traditions — Works by Woodstock artist Doris Goldberg, through Oct. 16, 3853 Main St., Stone Ridge Towne Center, Stone Ridge. Reception 5-7 p.m. Oct. 8. Call for hours: 377-1021. familytraditionsstoneridge.com.
Flat Iron Gallery — "Encaustic paintings by Mitchell Visoky, through Sept. 30, 105 S. Division St., Peekskill. Hours noon-6 p.m. Thurs.-Sun. 914-734-1894. flatiron.qpg.com.
Forge Gallery — "Paula Heisen: Weather: Landscape and Still Life," through Oct. 7, 15 Mill St., Milford, Pa. Hours 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Wed.-Sun. 570-296-2204.
Foundry School Museum — "Summer Afternoon: Fashion and Leisure in the Hudson Highlands, 1850—1950," 63 Chestnut St., Cold Spring. Also: Tour the Foundry School building, which was built in about 1830, enlarged in the 1860s, and used for the education of the foundry's teenage apprentices as well as its employees' children. Admission $5, $2 senior citizens and ages 7-12, free for Putnam County Historical Society members and age 6 and younger. Hours 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sun. 265-4010. pchs-fsm.org.
Frances Lehman Loeb Art Center — "Sawdust Mountain," large-scale color photos by Eirik Johnson, through Dec. 9, Vassar College, 124 Raymond Ave., Poughkeepsie. Hours 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tues., Wed., Fri., Sat.; 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Thurs.; 1-5 p.m. Sun. 437-5632. fllac.vassar.edu.
Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum — Museum and events devoted to the life and presidency of Franklin D. Roosevelt. Route 9, Hyde Park. Hours 9 a.m.-6 p.m. daily. 486-1143. fdrlibrary.marist.edu.
Fred J. Johnston House — 200th birthday celebration of the house, with an exhibit titled "Save the Best to Last" in the main gallery, corner of Main and Wall streets, Kingston. Guided tours 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Fri.-Sat., by appointment on Sun. Admission $5, $2 children. 339-0720.
The Gallery at Middletown — Works by clients of Orange AHRC, 690 Route 211, Town of Wallkill. Call Michael Musante at 344-2292, ext. 4149, for hours and more information. orangeahrc.org.
Galerie BMG — "The Liminal Project," works by Richard Edelman, and "Reconstructions," works by Charles Grogg, through Oct. 8, 12 Tannery Brook Road, Woodstock. Hours noon-5 p.m. Fri.-Mon. 679-0027. galeriebmg.com.
Gallery at Rondout Music Lounge — Works by Moya Marcelino, through Oct. 31, 21 Broadway, Kingston. 235-7098. rondoutmusiclounge.com.
Gallery 508 — Watercolors by Tim Delaney, 508 Main St., Beacon. gallery508.com. 765-2245. gallery508.com.
Garrison Art Center — "PHOTOcentric," international juried photo exhibit, through Sept. 30, 23 Garrison's Landing, Garrison. Hours noon-5 p.m. Tues.-Sun. 424-3960. garrisonartcenter.org.
Gatehouse Historic Site — Former F.F. Proctor Estate gatehouse, home to the Woodbury Historic Society, marks its centennial season two exhibits, "Proctor the Man" and "Proctoria the Place," 224 Smith Clove Road at Pine Hill Road, Central Valley. Hours 2-4 p.m. third Sun. or by appointment. 928-6378.
GCCA Catskill Gallery — "Museum as Muse, Remembering the American Civil War," through Sept. 29, 398 Main St., Catskill. Hours 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon.-Sat. 518-943-3400. greenearts.org.
Greenwood Lake Library — Works by Pat Foxx, through Sept. 30, 9 Waterstone Road, Greenwood Lake. Hours 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon., Fri.; 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Tues.-Thurs.; 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sat.; 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Sun. 477-8377, ext. 108. gwllibrary.org.
Grey Towers National Historic Site — Ancestral home of Gifford Pinchot (1865-1946), first chief of the U.S. Forest Service and twice governor of Pennsylvania. Daily tours 11 a.m.-4 p.m. through Oct. 31, 122 Old Owego Turnpike, Milford, Pa. Admission $6, $5 seniors, $3 ages 12-17, free age 11 and younger. 570-296-9625. greytowers.org.
Harness Racing Museum & Hall of Fame — "Sulky Slicks — Harness Racing as an Advertising Icon," the Carriage Room. 240 Main St., Goshen. Also: "The Story of Harness Racing by Currier & Ives" and "A Bevy of Bronzes," Currier & Ives Gallery. Also: "The Spirit of Harness Racing-Historic Track," William Haughton Hall Way. Hours 10 a.m.-5 p.m. daily. 294-6330. harnessmuseum.com.
Highlands Photographic Guild — "Looking Back, Moving Forward," Polaroid image transfers by Norma Bernstock, through 0ct. 7, 224 Broad St., Milford, Pa. Hours 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Fri., 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Sat., 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sun. 570-296-2440. highlandsphotoguild.com.
Historic Bear Mountain Inn — "Parks Members Exhibit," through Oct. 31, 55 Hessian Drive, Bear Mountain. Call for hours: 786-3269. visitbearmountain.com.
Howland Cultural Center — "Latino-American Artists of the Hudson Valley," through Sept. 30, 477 Main St., Beacon, Hours 1-5 p.m. Thurs.-Sun. 831-4988. howlandculturalcenter.org.
Hudson Beach Glass — "Erica Hauser: New Paintings," through Oct. 7, 162 Main St., Beacon. Hours 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Mon.-Sat., 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Sun., 10 a.m.-9 p.m. second Sat. 838-285. 440-0068. hudsonbeachglass.com.
Hudson Opera House — "Jazz Exhibition," works by Wilson McLean and Henk Mommaas, through Oct. 27, 327 Warren St., Hudson. Hours noon-5 p.m. Mon.-Sat. 518-822-1438. hudsonoperahouse.org.
Hudson River Maritime Museum — "The Face of Work Today in the Hudson Valley," "The Tugs" and "Fishing the Hudson," through Oct. 28, 50 Rondout Landing, Kingston. Hours 11 a.m.-5 p.m. daily. Admission $7, $5 ages 5-18 and 62 and older. 338-0071. hrmm.org.
Hyde Park Library — Works by Roxie Johnson, 2 Main St., Hyde Park. Hours 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Mon.-Tues., noon-5 p.m. Wed., noon-8 p.m. Thurs., 1-6 p.m. Fri., 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Sat., 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Sun. 229-7791. hydeparklibrary.org.
James Douglas Gallery — Photos by James Hiller, luminist paintings by Mike Jaroszko, 22 Railroad Ave., Montgomery. Hours 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Wed.-Sat. or by chance/appointment. 978-1371. jamesdouglasgallery.com.
James Palmer Gallery — "Sacred Ground: Held in Trust," pastels by Marlene Wiedenbaum, through Oct. 13, College Center, Vassar College, 124 Raymond Ave., Poughkeepsie. Hours 11 a.m.-6 p.m. daily. Contact Teresa Quinn, email@example.com, 437-5370. vassar.edu.
John Davis Gallery — Paintings by Farrell Brickhouse, Georgia Elrod, Joseph Haske, Charlotte Janssen, Katherine Bradford; sculpture by Andrew Dunnill, Bruce Gagnier; installation by Laetitia Hussan, through Oct. 7, 362½ Warren St., Hudson. Hours 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Thurs.-Mon. 518-828-5907. johndavisgallery.com.
Kaaterskill Fine Arts Gallery — "Viewing American History Through Art," paintings by Patti Ferrara, through Sept. 30, Route 23A (Main Street), Hunter. Hours 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Thurs.-Fri. and Sun., 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Sat. 518-263-2060. catskillmtn.org.
Karpeles Manuscript Library Museum — "The Minnewaska Trail," photos by Cathy Miller, and "Boy Scouts of America & the Great Depression," offering documents on both subjects with original letters by Herbert Hoover and Franklin Delano Roosevelt, through Dec. 23, 94 Broadway, Newburgh. Hours 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Thurs.-Sat., noon-4 p.m. Sun. 569-4997. karpeles.com.
Kiersted House Museum — "Opus 40 — the First 20 Years," 119 Main St., Saugerties. Also: Historic structure, its earliest wing built in 1727. Hours 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Sat., 1-4 p.m. Sun. and Sept. 3 and Oct. 8. 246-9529. saugertieshistoricalsociety.com.
Kingston Museum of Contemporary Arts — "Custom Hardware," works by Myra Mimlitsch-Gray and Jennifer Woodin, through Sept. 29, 103 Abeel St., Kingston. Hours noon-4 p.m. Sat. kmoca.org.
Knox's Headquarters State Historic Site — The Revolutionary War headquarters of generals Nathanael Greene, Henry Knox and Horatio Gates, 289 Forge Hill Road, New Windsor. Call 561-1765, ext. 22, for tour times.
LAM Lighting and Design — Works by Sarah McHugh, Route 17M, Goshen. Hours 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon.-Sat., 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sun. 294-1144. lamlight.com.
Liberty Museum & Art Center — Jackie Horner recalls more than 30 years of her life at Grossinger's Hotel and on the Borscht Belt featuring original celebrity photographs, rare memorabilia, dance costumes and more, through Sept. 29, 46 S. Main St., Liberty. Call for hours: 292-2394.
Locust Grove Samuel Morse Historic Site — "In and Out of Town," landscapes and cityscapes by Bruce Bundock, through Nov. 4, 2683 South Road (Route 9), Poughkeepsie. Hours 10 a.m.-5 p.m. daily. Also: Estate of Samuel Morse. 454-4500. lgny.org.
Mad Dooley Gallery — "The Landscape Show: like it or not," through Oct. 15, 197 Main St., Beacon. Call for hours: 702-7045.
Marion Royael Gallery — "Flush," focusing on America's private romance with the bathroom a group show featuring 11 new oil paintings by David Dziemian; also, works by Rick Hutchinson, Rick Rogers, Barbara AG Riddle and Steven Paul Riddle. through Oct. 4, 460 Main St., Beacon. Hours noon-7 p.m. Thurs.-Sun. 727-244-5535. marionroyaelgallery.com.
Matthewis Persen House — "Rondout Revisited," exhibit by the Reher Center for Immigrant Culture and History, corner of Crown and John streets, Kingston. Hours 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Sat. through Nov. 10. Admission free. 340-3040. co.ulster.ny.us/countyclerk.
Mikey Teutul's Wolf Gang Gallery & Store — "Nat Baines and Amy Wiley: Exploring Life on the Journey," through Oct. 5, 40 Railroad Ave. Montgomery. Hours 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Wed.-Sun., by appointment Mon.-Tues. therealmikeyteutul.com.
Mill Street Loft Riverside Gallery — Long Reach Arts exhibit, through Oct. 7, 8 Long Dock Road, Beacon. Hours 9 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Mon. and Wed., 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Tues. and Thurs., 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Sat.-Sun. 471-7477. millstreetloft.org.
Morton Library — "Cross River Art Show," 82 Kelly St., Rhinecliff. Hours 2-6 p.m. Tues., 2-7:30 p.m. Wed., 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. and 2-6 p.m. Thurs.-Fri., 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Sat. 876-2903. morton.rhinecliff.lib.ny.us.
Motorcyclepedia — Collection of antique motorcycles, including Indians for every year from 1902-53. 250 Lake St., Newburgh. Hours 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Thurs.-Sat.; tours can be scheduled in advance. 569-9065. motorcyclepediamuseums.com.
Museum at Bethel Woods — "Across the Great Divide," photos by Roberta Price, through Dec. 31, 200 Hurd Road, Bethel. Also: "Here Comes the Sun," sculptures by Tom Holmes, through Oct. 8. Also: "Celebrating Woodstock," photos by Lisa Law, through Dec. 31. Also: Exhibits highlighting the 1960s and the 1969 Woodstock music festival. Hours 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Thurs.-Sun. through Dec. 31. Admission $17, $15 age 65 and older, $13 ages 8-17, $8 ages 3-7, free age 2 and younger. 866-781-2922. bethelwoodscenter.org.
Museum Village — "Farmer's Wife Exhibit," Farm Tools Building, new showcases at Natural History Building, historical buildings housing a large collection of artifacts, Route 17M. Monroe. Hours 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tues.-Fri., 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat.-Sun. Admission $10, $8 senior citizens and ages 4-12, free age 3 and younger. 782-8247. museumvillage.org.
National Purple Heart Hall of Fame — Military-related exhibits and a 15-minute dramatic documentary, titled "For Military Merit: The Purple Heart," telling the story of the Purple Heart, 374 Temple Hill Road, Vails Gate. Hours 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon.-Sat., 1-5 p.m. Sun. Closed holidays except for Memorial Day, Independence Day, Veterans Day and Presidents Day. 561-1765. thepurpleheart.com.
Neversink Valley Museum — "Snapshot of a Family — Papers From the Westbrook Family: 1700s-1800s," 26 Hoag Road, Cuddebackville. Also: Exhibits focus on the history and people of the Neversink and Shawangunk Valleys, predominantly from the 19th and early 20th centuries. Hours noon-4 p.m. Fri.-Sun. and by appointment. 754-8870. neversinkmuseum.org.
New Windsor Cantonment State Historic Site — Revolutionary War site, 374 Temple Hill Road (Route 300), Vails Gate. 561-1765.
Noble Coffee Roasters Cafe — Works by Teegan Ewald, through Sept. 30, Route 207 and Stony Ford Road, Campbell Hall. Hours 6:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Mon.-Wed., 6:30 a.m.-8:30 p.m. Thurs., 6:30 a.m.-10:30 p.m. Fri., 8 a.m.-10:30 p.m. Sat. 457-2773. nobleroasters.com.
Olana — Artist Frederic Church's estate, featuring two exhibits, "Life After Life: Preserving Olana" and "Olana's Dynamic Landscape," 5720 Route 9G, Hudson. 518-828-0135. olana.org.
Old Stone House — "Frances Nankin & Jeannette Fedorka: Arrangements From the Natural," 1-4 p.m. Sept. 30, 282 Hasbrouck Road, Woodbourne. theoldstonehouseofhasbrouck.org.
One Mile Gallery — "The Other, More Secret Garden," through Sept. 30, 475 Abeel St., Kingston. Hours noon-5 p.m. Sat., noon-4 p.m. Sun. and by appointment. 338-2035. onemilegallery.com.
Opus 40 — Opus 40 Invitational Outdoor Sculpture Exhibition, through Sept. 30, 50 Fite Road, Saugerties. Hours 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Wed.-Sun. and Oct. 8, through Oct. 31. Admission $10, $7 students and seniors, $3 ages 7-12, free age 6 and younger. opus40.org.
Orange County Firefighters Museum — Museum chronicles history of firefighting in Orange County and houses a collection of firefighting equipment and memorabilia. It offers tours, exhibits, a fire safety education center, and presentations. 141 Clinton St., Montgomery, 1 p.m. Sat. Free, but donations are welcome. 457-9654.
Orange Regional Medical Center — "Colors," group show, ground floor adjacent to the cafeteria, 707 Main St., Town of Wallkill. 333-1000. ormc.org.
Pacem in Terris — "Watching the Vatican: Drawings by Frederick Franck," through Oct. 31, 96 Covered Bridge Road, Warwick. Also: Trans-religious space created along the Wawayanda River by Frederick and Claske Franck offers a simple, quiet place to visit and disconnect from daily life. Hours through Oct. 31, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Mon.-Fri., 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Sat.-Sun. and holidays. 986-4329. frederickfranck.org.
Palaia Vineyards Winery — "Music in the Air Paintings," works by Marge Morales, Sweet Clover Road, Highland Mills. Hours noon-7 p.m. Fri., noon-10 p.m. Sat., noon-6 p.m. Sun. noon-6 p.m. Sun.-Wed., noon-10 p.m. Thurs.-Sat. 928-5384. palaiavineyards.com.
Paramount Center for the Arts — Works by Anna Adler and James Mulvaney, 1008 Brown St., Peekskill. Call for hours: 914-739-2333. paramountcenter.org.
Picture It Framed — "The Watercolor World of M.E. Whitehill," 165 S. Plank Road Newburgh. Hours 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tues.-Fri., 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sat., 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Sun. 565-5539.
Ramapo College — "Faculty Exhibition 2012," through Oct. 12, Kresge & Pascal Galleries, Berrie Center, 505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, N.J. Hours 1-5 p.m. Tues., Thurs. and Fri. and 1-7 p.m. Wed. 201-684-7844. ramapo.edu.
Ritz Theater — "The Nemethy Family of Newburgh: 3 Generations of Art," collaborative exhibit with the Historical Society of Newburgh Bay and the Highlands in which the Ritz will exhibit the works of the children and grandchildren of Hudson Valley artist Albert Szatmar Nemethy, through Nov. 25, 107 Broadway, Newburgh. Closing reception 3-6 p.m. Nov. 11 in the Ritz Theater lobby. Ritz Theater hours 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon.-Fri. 784-1199. ritztheaternewburgh.org.
RiverWinds Gallery — "Sempre Italiani," photographs by Mary Ann Glass and pastels by Linda Richichi,through Oct. 7, 172 Main St., Beacon. Hours noon-6 p.m. Wed.-Mon. and noon-9 p.m. second Sat. Call Mary Ann Glass at 632-2174 or Linda Hubbard at 838-2880. riverwindsgallery.com.
RiverWinds Gallery @ Wells Fargo Advisors — "Hudson Harvest — a Group Art Show," through Oct. 22, 6423 Montgomery St. (Route 9), Suite 10, Rhinebeck. Hours 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon.-Fri. 876-1667. riverwindsgallery.com/Rhinebeck.htm.
Rolling River Gallery — Works by Elena Ivanova (brush & ink on linen, watercolor prints) and Boris Kheyman (lamp sculptures from retro recyclables), through Oct. 21, 25 Cooley Road, Parksville. Hours noon-10 p.m. Fri.-Sat., noon-8 p.m. Sun. 747-4123.
Roos Arts — Mixed-media installation by Elizabeth Belliveau and Josh Bonetta, through Oct. 6, 449 Main St., Rosendale. Hours 2-6 p.m. Thurs.-Sat. 718-755-4726. roosarts.com.
Samuel Dorsky Museum of Art — "Russel Wright: The Nature of Design" and "Shinohara Pops! The Avant-Garde Road, Tokyo/New York," through Dec. 16, SUNY New Paltz, 1 Hawk Drive, New Paltz. Also: "Dear Mother Nature: Hudson Valley Artists 2012," through Nov. 4. Hours 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Wed.-Sun.; closed on Mon., Tues. and legal holidays. Admission $5. 257-3844. newpaltz.edu/museum.
Saugerties Performing Arts Center — "Blue," group show, through Nov. 30, 169 Ulster Ave., Saugerties. Hours 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Wed.-Fri., 2-7 p.m. Sat.-Sun. 246-7723. saugertiesperformingartsfactory.com.
Schocoppee Schoolhouse — Old one-room schoolhouse open for viewing noon-5 p.m. Fri.-Sun. at Apple Valley Village, Route 6, Milford, Pa. pikecountyhistoricalsociety.org.
Seligmann Art Galleries & Homestead — Works by members of the Citizens Foundation, 23 White Oak Drive, Sugar Loaf. 469-9459. occf-ny.org.
768 Main — "Return to Andes: 30 Years Ago," photos by Alex Harsley, 768 Main St., Margaretville. Hours 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Thurs., Sun. and Mon. and 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Fri. and Sat. 586-6166. 768main.com.
Shanti Mandir — Exhibit of Indian hand-crafted products from Shanti Hastakala, 51 Muktananda Marg (off Route 208), Walden. 778-1008.
Storefront Gallery — "Stations in a Journey: Ten Visionary Paintings," works by Todd Samara, through Sept. 29, 93 Broadway, Kingston. Hours 1-6 p.m. Sat. and all day through the storefront windows. 338-8473. thestorefrontgallery.com.
SUNY Orange Newburgh — "Sculpture for a New Century," through Sept. 30, outdoors on campus, Washington Square, Newburgh. 341-4386. sunyorange.edu/culturalaffairs.
SUNY Ulster — "Narratives, Fabrications & Other Lies," works by Allen Bryan and Bennett Wine, through Sept. 28, Muroff Kotler Visual Arts Gallery, 491 Cottekill Road, Stone Ridge. Hours 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Mon.-Fri. and by appointment; closed on college holidays. 687-5113. sunyuslter.edu.
Taste Budd's Chocolate and Coffee Cafe — Works by Andres San Millan, through Nov. 30, 40 W. Market St., Red Hook. Hours 7 a.m.-9 p.m. Mon.-Sat., 8 a.m.-9 p.m. Sun. 758-9500. tastebudds.com.
Team Love RavenHouse Gallery — Works by Kaitlin Van Pelt, 11 Church St, New Paltz. Call for hours: 419-2033.
Theo Ganz Studio — "Sunok Chun: Convergence," through Nov. 4, 149 Main St., Beacon. Hours 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Fri.-Mon. and by appointment. 917-318-2239. theoganzstudio.com.
Thomas Cole National Historic Site — "Worlds Between: Landscapes of Louis Remy Mignot," through Oct. 28, 218 Spring St., Catskill. Admission $9, $7 age 63 and older and students with ID. thomascole.org.
Time and the Valleys Museum — Temporary exhibit, "The Family Farm: 1920 to 1950," and two continuing exhibits, "Impact of Water on the Life and the Growth of the Valleys" and "The Rondout and Neversink Watersheds: Before, During and After." 332 Main St. (Route 55), Grahamsville. Hours noon-4 p.m. Thurs.-Sun. Admission $2, $1 ages 6-15, free age 5 and younger. 985-7700. timeandthevalleysmuseum.org.
Tivoli Artists Co-op — "Into the Night and Out in the Day," through Oct. 18, 60 Broadway, Tivoli. Call for hours: 757-2667. tivoliartistsco-op.com.
Trolley Museum of New York — Noon-5 p.m. Sat. and Sun. and holiday Mon., through Oct. 8, 89 E. Strand, Kingston. Admission $6, $4 senior citizens and children, free age 4 and younger. 331-3399. TMNY.org.
Unframed Artists Gallery — "Fabulous Fakes," through Oct. 20, 173 Huguenot St., New Paltz. Hours 1-5 p.m. Sat.-Sun. 255-5482. unframedartistsgallery.com.
Unison Arts at Water Street Market — "Mini-Works Show 2012: Idiom," 10 Main St., New Paltz. Call for hours: 255-1559. unisonarts.org.
Unison Arts Center — "Friends," group show, through Oct. 3, 68 Mountain Rest Road, New Paltz. Call for hours: 255-1559. unisonarts.org.
Unitarian Universalist Congregation at Rock Tavern — "A Dozen Points of View," works of 12 local artists and includes acrylic, oil, pastel, and watercolor paintings and prints, photography, sculpture and collage, 9 Vance Road, Rock Tavern. Call for hours: 978-5620 or 496-9696.
Utopian Direction Gallery — "Creativity Workshop," 18 Main St., Chester. utopiandirection.com.
Vassar College — "Re-examining Books: Book Objects and Artist's Books of Werner Pfeiffer," through Dec. 15, in three locations — Thompson Memorial Library, Art Library in Taylor Hall and Frances Lehman Loeb Art Center — 124 Raymond Ave., Poughkeepsie. Hours 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tues.-Sat. 437-5370. email@example.com.
Wallkill Town Hall — Works by Helene Kaplan, 99 Tower Drive, Building A, Town of Wallkill. Call for hours: 692-5370.
Washington's Headquarters State Historic Site — 84 Liberty St., Newburgh, Tours every half hour 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Wed.-Sat., 1-4:30 p.m. Sun. Admission $4, $3 students and senior citizens, free age 12 and younger. 562-1195. nysparks.com.
West Point Museum — Army-related exhibits, 600 Thayer Road, West Point. Hours 10:30 a.m.-4:15 p.m. daily except Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's. 938-2203. westpoint.edu.
West Kortright Centre — "Mixed Bag: Odds & Ends, Ins & Outs," group show, through Oct. 20, 49 W. Kortright Church Road, East Meredith. Call for hours: 607-278-5454. westkc.org.
Wired Gallery — Works by Stuart Bigley, Lorna Tychostup, Josh Finn, Kathi Robinson Frank, Lynne Friedman, Lara Giordano, Chris Gonyea, Lynn McCarty, Stephen Protoss, Oren Kalus, Sam Scoggins, Kaete Brittin Shaw, through Oct. 28, Novi Barn behind the Depuy Canal House, 1315 Route 213, High Falls. Hours Sat.-Sun.; call for times at 682-564-5613. thewiredgallery.com.
Woodstock Artists Association & Museum — "Earth, Air, Water," group show, through Sept. 30; works by contemporary artists in an exhibit juried by Sara Lynn Henry; plus a solo show by Polly Law and works by Lois Linet and Ackerman Award winner Ian Byrne, 28 Tinker St., Woodstock. Also: "Active Member Wall: E.S. DeSanna," ongoing, and works from the WAAM Permanent Collection, through Sept. 30. Hours noon-6 p.m. Fri.-Sat., noon-5 p.m. Sun., Mon., Thurs. 679-2940. woodstockart.org.
Woodstock Jewish Congregation — Works by Elizabeth Rosen, Galley Lev Shalem, 1682 Glasco Turnpike, Woodstock. Hours noon-5 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., noon-4 p.m. Fri., by arrangement Sun. 679-2218. email@example.com.
Woodstock School of Art — "Woodstock Prints Past and Present," through Nov. 3, Route 212, Woodstock. Hours 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Tues.-Sat. 679-2388. woodstockschoolofart.org.
Wurtsboro Art Alliance Gallery — "Sunrise/Sunset," through Oct. 21, 73 Sullivan St., Wurtsboro. Hours noon-4 p.m. Sat.-Sun. 665-9333. waagallery.org.
WVFA Gallery — "High Note," through Sept. 28, Clocktower, 65 Main St., Warwick. warwickfa.com/events.
Yoga House — Works by Mavis Harris, through Sept. 30, 57B Crown St., Kingston. Call for hours: 706-YOGA. theyogahouseny.com.


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How ASIST Learns
Trudi Bellardo Hahn
Stewart Brand, author of the fascinating book, How Buildings Learn: What Happens After They Are Built?, as well as a pioneer in such remarkable achievements as the Whole Earth Catalog and The Well, delivered the keynote presentation at the ASIST Information Architecture Summit in March. Brand used examples from his book on physical buildings and human factors to suggest principles for architecture of websites. The following were among Brands design principles:
Every building (anything from the humblest abode to the tallest skyscraper) has six layers:
1. Site (geographic location; almost never changes)
2. Structure (foundation and load-bearing elements; very slow to change)
3. Skin (exterior surfaces; change about every 20 years)
4. Services (working guts wiring, plumbing, HVAC, elevators; these can change every 7-15 years as they wear out or become obsolete)
5. Space plan (interior layout of walls, ceilings, floors, doors; may change as rapidly as every 3 years or may stay the same for 30 years)
6. Stuff (furniture, pictures, appliances and all other physical objects in a building; may change daily or monthly, according to the needs and whims of the occupants)
Buildings that are over-specified to their purpose are difficult to change and may be uncomfortable for the inhabitants from the beginning. The people who occupy a building want to design their own spaces and put in their own stuff.
When many people have an opportunity to contribute to decisions about a buildings structure, skin, services, space plan and stuff, the building learns to adapt to their needs.
In listening to Brands remarks, and later, in reading his book, I could not help but be struck by the relationship of these principles not only to information architecture, but also to the design of successful professional societies.
ASIST has been under almost constant criticism for the past 20 years, by its friends and foes alike, for failing to grow in size, even though most scientific societies have shrunk during the same period. An examination of the phenomenon of the incredible shrinking society is warranted at another time, but I would like to underscore here just how successful ASIST has been, because it was designed to be flexible and its members have adapted it continuously to suit their needs.
What are the six layers of ASIST?
1. Site. From the beginning, ASIST has been sited in the United States, but has been open to members from everywhere in the world. This combination of site within a particular country with receptivity to international members (about one-seventh of ASIST members are from outside the United States) has ensured continuity and stability, as well as provided protection against insularity. The Societys site can also be expressed in its mission and vision which are broad enough to embrace all information professionals and their goals, while still staying close to the daily lives of ASIST members.
2. Structure. ASIST was built with fundamental load-bearing elements publications, conferences, individual memberships that provide both operating income and vital member services.
3. Skin. The troublesome thing about ASIST is how differently it appears to different individuals. Some view it as a gathering of scientific researchers for sharing and validating their work. Others see it as a microcosm of the information industry, where people from government, academia and business gather to exchange ideas and stimulate new information policies, products and services. Others see it mainly as a group of librarians who want to be informed about latest IT developments. And so on. The recent change in our name to add and Technology was a good effort to buff the skin, but much more needs to be done to clarify our images.
4. Services. The working guts of ASIST are the membership records, website, listservs, headquarters infrastructure and staff, and computer systems that store and run all the activities associated with publications, conferences and membership.
5. Space plan. The internal walls of ASIST are the SIGs and chapters. These are often and easily shifted around, expanded and contracted, torn down and built fresh. The fact that ASIST is fragmented into so many SIGs and chapters ensures the involvement of a large portion of the membership and a healthy amount of diversity, which allows us to respond rapidly to changes in the external environment.
6. Stuff. These are the ever-changing ASIST events and activities summits on focused topics, chapter meetings, educational programs, career development events, discussion threads on listservs, awards and recognitions for outstanding accomplishments, voting on standards, conference presentations, ARIST, JASIST and Bulletin articles, books and proceedings.
Brand believes that buildings whose initial design allows for learning and adaptation to the needs and preferences of the current inhabitants will be more appreciated and valuable and last longer than those that do not. The size of ASIST may expand and shrink over the years, but as long as the site is stable, the structure and services remain sound or are updated as needed, and members are allowed to control the space plan and stuff, then ASIST will endure because it was designed to accommodate changes. The one area where we need work is skin how members and potential members see us. As long as the image of ASIST is unrepresentative of all its other elements, we will have a tough time attracting and retaining members.
How can we preserve this building called ASIST? Please let me hear your ideas for strengthening the site, structure and services, polishing the skin and adapting the space plan and the stuff.
Trudi Bellardo Hahn
Copyright © 2003, American Society for Information Science and Technology


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Twins Decline Option On Baker's Contract For 2013
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Twins have declined their $9.25 million option on right-hander Scott Baker's contract for next season, making him eligible for free agency.
The team announced the decision on Monday. Baker didn't pitch this year because of an elbow injury that required elbow-ligament replacement surgery. The Twins have expressed interest in bringing him back for 2013, but not at that price.
The 31-year-old Baker was a second-round draft pick by the Twins in 2003. He is 63-48 with a 4.15 ERA since his debut in 2005, spanning 163 appearances and 159 starts.
The Twins also agreed to terms with right-hander P.J. Walters on a minor league contract with an invitation to spring training. Walters went 2-5 with a 5.69 ERA in 12 starts last season.
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text: Spring Training is coming! Spring Training is coming! That's right boys and girls, spring is around the corner (no matter what the Dual Doppler Radar tells you) and pitchers and catchers are scheduled to report to Winter Haven on Thursday. With this exciting news FINALLY actually happening, it's time to take a quick look at some of the questions that the Indians are looking to resolve or that may linger throughout the spring. While the roster is essentially set and few MAJOR questions need to be answered (remember the "3B Derby" that was eventually "won" by Casey Blake in 2003...ugh), questions still abound for the Indians, regarding contracts, how the back end of their rotation and bullpen figure to play out, and what the projected roles of certain players are for 2008 in the lineup and on the field. With so much to delve into (and finally something concrete to talk about not related to projections), I'll divide the preview into two parts, starting with the pitchers: Will C.C.'s Negotiations be a Distraction? Keeping in mind that baseball players are human beings and not cyborgs simply programmed to throw, hit, and catch a ball, it would be folly to assume that the negotiations between C.C. and the Indians aren't hovering above the team. As much as the players will spout sound bytes that "we just take care of what we can control" and that they "don't really think about that kind of stuff", it's impossible to think that the team isn't anxiously waiting to see if their best players, and an unquestioned leader, on the team signs a long-term deal with the club. Do you think that the rumors, innuendo, and gossip that take place at EVERY other workplace somehow don't pass through clubhouse doors? The players are fully aware of how the roster (sans C.C.) is essentially locked in through 2010 and that an extension for C.C. would cement the players in place for an extended look at the trophy for longer than just 2008. While some have compared the C.C. situation to that of Albert Belle, in that his departure would not exactly start a mass exodus by the core players in ensuing years (those crazy things called contracts prevent this) and that the player would potentially be leaving behind a very good team, the fundamental difference is that C.C. is well-respected and liked (unlike Joey) in the clubhouse. It is true that C.C. would not (like AB before him) be leaving a "sinking ship" if he were to leave, but the players are very aware that the team is better with C.C. taking the pill every 5th game. They're certainly not thinking (as some may have with Belle) that seeing him walk away could actually positively affect the team. If C.C. were to sign an extension, it would undoubtedly provide a shot of enthusiasm and energy for the team as the Spring wore on, with the message that the current incarnation of the team would stay intact for the foreseeable future, that all distractions were out of the way for the chase of the AL Central flag (and more), and that the Indians were (likely) willing to step outside of their "comfort zone" to lock up their aCCe. Of course, conversely, if the negotiations drag on and on, it could certainly distract a team that would have to ponder their future (whether they would ever admit it in public or not) without the Big Fella toeing the rubber past this year. Even if no agreement is reached, it will provide a distraction if only for the horde of reporters that will be asking the SAME question over and over again between rounds of golf and dinners at the Outback in Winter Haven. Who Will Break Camp as the 5th Starter? The prohibitive favorite for the 5th starter is, of course, the Indians' welterweight contender, Clifton Phifer Lee. With a tip of the cap and a quick discussion in the tunnel leading to the clubhouse, Lee's contract and the fact that the Indians used his last option last year would put Lee firmly in the drivers' seat for the spot, for better or worse. Whereas Five and (f)Lee is out of options and is guaranteed to "earn" $3.75M in 2008, the pitchers thought to be his main competitors, Jeremy Sowers and Aaron Laffey both have options remaining and can be sent to the Buffalo rotation to provide the depth that proved so valuable in 2007. Of course, the school of thought exists that the Indians should break camp with their best team right out of Winter Haven...guaranteed money, roster issues, and remaining options be damned. If that were the philosophy of the team, the 5th starter spot would become an open audition with all of the actors given equal shots at earning the part. This philosophy, which sounds great in theory, has its flaws though. Namely, if Laffey or Sowers beat Lee out for the 5th spot, the Indians would essentially be forced to transition Lee to the bullpen (something his agent has publicly stated is against Lee's wishes...like that should matter), cut Lee and eat his salary, or trade him at the absolute lowest value possible. Now, since Lee has essentially voiced his aversion to becoming a reliever, that the Indians (like pretty much any other team in MLB) would be adverse to eating the $10.5M left on his contract ($3.75M this year, $5.75M next year, and a $1M buyout to decline his 2010 option), and the fact that the Tribe was (allegedly) dangling Lee all winter with no takers, the best option would be to simply allow him to start the season as the 5th starter and hope that the effects of the oblique strain that Lee was never able to overcome in 2007 can finally be overcome and he can, at the very least, contribute what a 5th starter is expected to do for 2008. That all being said, the trade option could actually be intriguing, especially if Lee proves himself to be healthy in Winter Haven; but the more relevant factor in moving Lee before the start of the season could be something completely unrelated to Lee. The Indians have developed a preference for being "7 deep" in their rotation, a strategy that bore fruit last year with Carmona, and later Laffey. If either Laffey or Sowers is thought to be more deserving of the 5th spot than Lee, the decision to move him may come down to the performances of the players that would then be the 7th, or even 8th, starters in the Tribe depth chart - namely players like Atom Miller, Brian Slocum, Sean Smith, and even Chuck Lofgren would have to give the Tribe brass enough confidence that they are ready to contribute in 2008 before even entertaining the thought of moving Lee. Simply leapfrogging Laffey or Sowers past Lee, without a viable replacement for them in that "depth" would be a calculated risk, particularly with the amount of innings that Tribe starters pitched last year, subjecting them to possible injuries or regressions. I'm not sure what Lee would fetch in a trade, but I would think that a number of pieces would need to fall into place for Lee not to start the season as the 5th starter for the Tribe. Who Will Capture the Last Bullpen Spot? One of the pleasant surprises of 2007 was the emergence of relievers early enough in the season to carve out roles in the bullpen. Despite some early hiccups and stomach-acid-inducing outings, Joe Borowski held onto the closer role from the word "go". That spot being spoken for allowed the Senor Slo-Mo (Betancourt) to take control of the set-up role (admittedly after more than a few relievers imploded), which allowed the Indians to essentially experiment with a number of different relievers pitching the middle innings (when needed) to allow a progression of arms to emerge. Eventually, Rafael Perez emerged out of the mix to combine with Betancourt to form the Fist of Iron (Raffy Left) and Fist of Steel (Raffy Right) that locked down the back end of the bullpen, theatrics of The Big Borowski excluded. Once the Indians had their final three innings under control, they allowed their young arms to flourish in place of the older arms that had been jettisoned. Nasty Boy Tom Mastny and Jensen Lewis took the place of Aaron Fultz and the flotsam and jetsam that had already been thrown overboard in meaningful games, extending into the playoffs. The luxury that these emergences has afforded the Indians is that, for once, the Tribe has not been forced to go out on the volatile Free Agent market of relievers and try to catch lightning in a bottle. They youngsters stepping up to take meaningful roles in the bullpen allowed the Indians to add only one bullpen arm (Masa Kobayashi) and take some fliers on other relievers available, like inviting Jorge Julio to camp or signing an injured Brendan Donnelly in the hopes that he can rehabilitate himself into the mix at some point in 2008. All of that being said, the Indians' bullpen looks pretty settled heading into the Spring, with the only competition assumed to be for the last spot: Borowski Betancourt Perez Kobayashi Lewis Fultz 7th reliever Prior to the invite to Julio, I would have essentially figured that Mastny staked a claim to that final spot; particularly with his playoff performance (if anything can truly be gleaned from 4 2/3 IP of scoreless baseball...on a pretty big stage). However, Julio's invite and the fact that Mastny is still sitting on three options makes things a little more interesting. Not even taking into account the younger players that could help the parent club at some point this year (Jeff Stevens, Reid Santos, Randy Newsom, etc.); the Indians have an interesting decision to make if Julio comes to camp with any semblance of a repertoire. That is, with Mastny and the other young players holding options, the Indians could give Julio a roster spot and give him an opportunity to grow into a role for the Tribe while relievers like Mastny, Edward Mujica, and the like can get steady work at the back end of the Buffalo bullpen. On the other hand, the Indians could continue to promote their own and keep Mastny as the 7th reliever with the hope that his maturation as a pitcher continues by facing MLB hitters in MLB games. The frequency of work may be more erratic than what he would see in Buffalo, but the difference of facing Timo Perez or Miguel Cabrera cannot be underestimated. Up next, the questions facing the Indians not related to their pitching staff. 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VETERANS OUTREACH Lakeland
Leaning W Youth Outreach will host disabled veterans from the Orlando Veterans Domicillary for a cookout, horseback riding and fishing. Saturday. 2620 Earnest Road. Free admission. 255-8663
Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 787 Speakers Bureau will speak to students and others about their tour of duty before, during and after the Vietnam War. Contact Kenneth Leland, 815-7304, www.KennethLeland.com
Second Tuesday each month at various locations. PolkVeteransCouncil.org, Webmaster: email@example.com
AMVETS POST 36 Lakeland
All honorably discharged veterans welcome to join. Meets at 6:30 p.m. first Thursday of each month. Azalea Park Independent Senior Living Facility, 1325 Grasslands Blvd. Refreshments served. 413-0908
AMVETS POST 32 Lakeland
Post meeting, 7 p.m. third Thursdays. Texas Hold 'Em, 7 p.m. Mondays and Tuesdays. Bingo, 7 p.m. Wednesdays and 11 a.m. Thursdays. Fish Fry, 5-7:30 p.m. Fridays. 1339 E. Gary Road
AMERICAN LEGION POST 3 Bartow
Legion, 7 p.m. second and fourth Tuesdays; Sons of American Legion, 7 p.m. third Thursdays. Legion member bingo, 6-9 p.m. Mondays. Open noon to 10 p.m. every day. 1575 U.S. 17 S. 533-8893
AMERICAN LEGION POST 201 Florence Villa
Legion, 7 p.m. third Thursday; auxiliary 7 p.m. third Thursdays, New Hope MBC, 1808 Seventh St. N.E., Winter Haven 863-293-7336
AMERICAN LEGION POST 23 Fort Meade
Fourth Tuesday of each month. Dinner is served at 6 p.m., followed by meeting. Allen Hancock, Commander, 559-0701
AMERICAN LEGION POST 34 Haines City
Meets at 7 p.m. second Thursday of each month. 107 N. 11th St. 422-6940
AMERICAN LEGION POST 71 Lake Wales
Meets at 7:30 p.m. second Thursday of the month with potluck dinner at 6 p.m. for members who attend the meeting. Auxiliary unit meets noon first Saturdays. 43 W. Park Ave. 528-0655, 855-0148
AMERICAN LEGION POST 4 Lakeland
Legion: 7 p.m. last Tuesday; Auxiliary: 7 p.m. first Tuesday; Sons of American Legion: 7 p.m. second Monday of each month. Bingo 1 p.m. first and third Thursdays. Barnyard bingo, 6:30 p.m. Mondays. 1375 Ariana St. 683-8710.
AMERICAN LEGION POST NO. 72 Mulberry
Auxiliary meets 7 p.m. third Tuesdays; Legionnaires meet 7 p.m. third Tuesdays; SAL meets 6:30 p.m. second Tuesdays; Legion Riders meet 1 p.m. last Sundays of each month. Friday Night Dinners, different meals served 6-8 p.m. every Friday. Legion Bingo 7 p.m. every Monday; Barnyard Bingo 7 p.m. every Thursday; Auxiliary Bingo, 7 p.m. first Saturday of each month. 1500 N. Church Ave. 425-0644
AMERICAN LEGION POST 8 Winter Haven
Legion meets at 7 p.m. Tuesday after the third Thursday; Auxiliary, 7 p.m. second Thursday; Sons of American Legion, 7 p.m. second Monday of each month. SAL breakfast 8-11 a.m. first Sunday of every month, $6, open to the public. 300 Ave. M N.W. 293-9406
All veterans of the U.S. Navy submarine force are invited to meet at 11 a.m. fourth Saturdays at Summerlin Academy, 1500 S. Jackson St., Bartow. Ray Miller, 324-1776; or Jack Merrill, 393-2138
VIETNAM VETERANS OF AMERICA Auburndale
Forming a Polk County chapter. If you served in the U.S. military from 1959 through May 7, 1975, you are eligible to join. Dan Penzien, 665-0511
VFW POST 4945 & LADIES AUXILIARY MEETINGS Auburndale
Third Tuesday of each month. Covered dish supper at 6 p.m. Joint meeting at 7 p.m. Separate meetings at 7:30 p.m. Also bingo games start at 7 p.m. Mondays. Two $250 games. 231 E. Lake Ave. 967-4785
VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS POST 4289 Winter Haven
WHEN: Post meetings, 7:30 p.m. second Wednesdays; Ladies Auxiliary, 7:30 p.m. second Tuesdays; Men's Auxiliary, 7 p.m. third Wednesdays; Sunday Honor Guard breakfasts, $7, call for dates; Friday Fish Fry Dinners, $7, call for dates; pizza Mondays, mini-large, $3-$10, call for dates; bingo, 2-5 p.m. Wednesdays with $5 lunch served noon to 1:30 p.m.; bingo, 1-4 p.m. first and third Saturdays. 2441 Seventh St. S.W. 293-7469
VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS POST 2420 Lake Wales
Maj. J.M. Tillman. Post meeting, 7 p.m. first Wednesday; auxiliary, 7 p.m. first Thursday of each month. 200 W. Central Ave. VFW Post 2420 and American Legion Post 71 will have dinner and entertainment 5 p.m. second and fourth Saturdays of the month. Entertainment by the Kentucky Hurricanes. 676-4150
VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS POST 2297 Lakeland
Post meetings, 7:30 p.m. first and third Mondays. Breakfast open to the public, 8-11 a.m. Sundays. 306 S. Central Ave. 687-8146.
VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS POST 8002 AND LADIES AUXILIARY Lakeland
Public invited — Bingo at 7 p.m. Mondays; dinner, 5-7 p.m. Tuesdays followed by karaoke; choice of fish, steak or shrimp dinner, 5-7 p.m. Fridays followed by karaoke; special events and live music as announced Saturdays; food shoot-out, 2-3 p.m. Sundays. Meetings 6:30 p.m. third Wednesday of each month. 9398 U.S. 98 N. 815-4777
MARINE CORPS LEAGUE OF POLK COUNTY Lakeland
Maj. William Hendricks Detachment 1019, 7 p.m. third Wednesdays, VFW Post 2297, 306 S. Central Ave. 802-1019.
MARINE CORPS LEAGUE Winter Haven
Heart of Florida Detachment 1107. Meets fourth Thursday of each month, American Legion Post 8, 300 Ave. M, N.W. Ed Hook, commandant, 863-668-8949, cell 863-393-6523
1ST CAVALRY DIVISION ASSOCIATION Winter Haven
A Troop, Florida Chapter, 1st Cavalry Div. Assoc. is temporarily without a meeting place. For more information, contact V.N. "Buck" Rogers. 863-858-3559, firstname.lastname@example.com; or Walt Smith, 863-904-8865, email@example.com.
KOREAN WAR VETERANS Bartow
The William R. Charrette MOH Chapter 158 KWVA, 10 a.m. third Saturday every month, Summerlin Military Academy, 1500 S. Jackson. 859-1384.
NAVY SEABEE VETERANS OF AMERICA ISLAND X-2 Lakeland
Second Saturday of every month at 10 a.m. Golden Corral, 4532 S. Florida Ave. 647-6116 or 299-9009.
CATHOLIC WAR VETERANS Lakeland
Post 1917, 6:30 p.m. third Mondays, St. Joseph's Catholic Church Parish Hall, W. Lemon St. 688-8787.
VETERANS OF THE BATTLE OF THE BULGE Lakeland
G. Virgil Myers, 686-2121, Minot Richardson, 688-7249.
Tampa Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center for veterans in the Tampa and Lakeland areas. John Deininger, 813-972-2000, Ext. 6596
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The first BETA build of the 9.0-RELEASE release cycle is now available. One of the many new features in 9.0 that needs thorough testing is the new installer, so fresh installs on test systems are being encouraged. Ivan Voras has taken the time to thoroughly document all the 9.0 changes at his web site.


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Adams leads UCLA to 80-66 win over Utah
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Jordan Adams scored 24 points and UCLA opened the second half with a 14-0 run on the way to an 80-66 victory over Utah on Saturday.
Kyle Anderson had 16 points, 10 rebounds and five assists for UCLA (20-5, 9-3 Pac-12), and Norman Powell had 13 points before fouling out with 50 seconds remaining.
UCLA, coming off a 92-74 victory over Colorado on Saturday, has won six of seven since Utah beat them 71-67 on Jan. 18 at the Huntsman Center despite Anderson's season-high 28 points — the last time Utah gave up 25 or more by an opposing player. That loss dropped the Bruins out of the AP top 25, and they haven't been back since.
Delon Wright scored 16 points for Utah (17-8, 6-7). The Utes, who came in with a 3-game winning streak, are 3-29 on the road since Larry Krystkowiak became coach in 2011-12.
This was only the second loss this season by Utah that was decided by more than four points. The other was Jan. 26, when the Utes lost to then-unbeaten Arizona 65-56 at Tucson. Utah was coming off its first road win of the season, a 79-71 decision against USC on Thursday.
Adams, who made 10 of 14 shots, paced UCLA to a 33-31 halftime lead with 12 points. Neither team led by more than six until Travis Ware's 3-pointer increased the Bruins' margin to 40-31 with 16:38 to play. Adams converted a three-point play 66 seconds later after a missed 3-point attempt at the other end by Jordan Loveridge, making it 45-31.
The Utes didn't make a field goal in the second half until Loveridge connected on an 18-footer with 14:27 remaining. Anderson gave UCLA its biggest lead, 64-47, on a jumper with 5:46 to play and Utah got no closer than 74-64 after Wright was fouled behind the 3-point line by Powell and made all three free throws.
Freshman guard Zach LaVine, the Bruins' leading scorer off the bench and fourth-leading scorer overall coming in, missed his first six shots before ending the drought on a layup with 39 seconds on the clock.
ULCA came in averaging 83.2 points through its first 24 games — the Bruins' highest output at that stage since 1994-95, when they had an 87.5 scoring average and went on to win the school's 16th NCAA championship.
That season also marked the last time a UCLA player recorded at least 200 rebounds and 100 assists until this one, when Anderson became the first since Charles O'Bannon to turn the trick. Entering Saturday, Anderson was only player in the nation who was averaging at least 10.0 points, 8.0 rebounds and 6.0 assists.


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One of most unique and exciting furniture designs of the last century is Eero Aarnio's classic Bubble Chair. It is one of his signature pieces in his plastic furniture collection that includes the ball/globe chair, the pastil chair, the tomato chair and others. Aarnio is a pioneer in using plastic in furniture designs and it allowed him the freedom to experiment with all sorts of shapes and colors. In 1968, Aarnio created the modern classic furniture piece known as the Bubble Chair, which has since been used in countless sci-fi films, music videos, and photo shoots and by celebrities ranging from Vivienne Westwood to Carmen Electra.
"I had the idea of a transparent ball where light comes from all directions. The only suitable material is acrylic which is heated and blown into shape like a soap bubble," said Aarnio. The clear, spherical design of the Bubble Chair, along with the fact that it hangs mid-air from the ceiling, makes it a surefire hit when it comes to any modern room layout. This chair is sure to have tongues wagging due to its sheer brilliance in design and flashy aesthetic value.
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PJ Sharon, blogging from the Berkshires once again. I love these brief January warm ups that allow me to get out and snow shoe or cross country ski on one of the many trails behind my house. After weeks of frigid cold temps, it felt good to be outside in the sunshine and breathing in some fresh air. It gave me time to contemplate my WIP, ponder my marketing strategies, and sing a few tunes to the wind. It also gave me an opportunity to take a moment to appreciate how far I've come and think about where I'm headed next.
A few hours of reflection led me to ask myself the hard questions: What is holding me back? Are there any obstacles I need to overcome to achieve my goals?
Then I remembered a lesson my sensei taught me many years ago. I had achieved the level of brown belt and he wanted me to compete in a regional tournament. When I refused, he shook his head, frustrated with my stubborn refusal. I tried to convince him that I couldn't risk being injured, that I didn't need to compete to know I was good enough, that I couldn't afford it. I gave lots of excuses, and still he shook his head. Finally he asked me, "What are you afraid of?"
After a few days of honest analysis, I went to him after class. "Maybe I'm afraid of failure," I admitted. He smiled. "I don't think its failure you fear. I think you're afraid of success."
It took me a while to process this new perspective, but eventually I realized he was right. Competition at brown belt level for adults gets very tough, and it only gets tougher as you approach black belt. It requires a tremendous amount of dedication and focus to do well at that level. I was a married woman with a family and work responsibilities that were demanding. Taking on another huge commitment was not in my cards and I knew if I made the commitment to compete, I'd have to give it my all—which would have been more than I had to give. I decided that it wasn't the direction I wanted to go with my martial arts. In that case, my fear of success was the litmus test that helped me decide my direction–a decision ultimately based on choice and not fear.
That lesson has been with me many times over the years since. Whenever I feel myself holding back or not embracing my highest good, I ask those hard questions and wonder if my fear of success is what's keeping me from moving forward or if the path before me is perhaps the wrong direction.
To this day, I continue to wonder whether the writer's life is truly for me, but I'm not ready to give up all that I've accomplished and I'm not about to let my fear of success—or failure—stop me from becoming all that I can be. I know I can't be alone in feeling this way as a writer. I think fear is one of the biggest stumbling blocks people deal with. If you're not sure how to tell the difference, fear of failure is that doubt monster that says "you're no good," "no one will read your books," or "you really suck at this writing thing." While fear of success looks something like this:
If I finish a manuscript, then I have to submit it (that means queries, synopses, and rejections). I would bet there are as many writers who fear acceptance from an agent or editor as there are those who don't submit for fear of the dreaded rejection letters. Any agent will tell you that they only receive a relative few of the submissions they request at conferences.
If I become published, I will have to sell my books, have a social network presence, learn marketing, file taxes, etc., etc. Whether you are traditionally or independently published, you will take on these responsibilities and more. Not everyone is prepared for the business side of writing. In fact, most writers are not. Being a published author is a career—a very challenging and complex career that requires a tremendous amount of time, commitment, and hard work. As the scripture says, "To one who is given much, much is expected."
As you look at your goals for the coming year—as you contemplate how far you've come and ponder the path ahead, ask yourself this question: Is your fear of success holding you back? What will happen if you succeed in achieving your goals? Are you really ready for it? If not, what do you need to do to prepare yourself to meet the challenges head on?
Motivational speaker and financial guru, Harv Ecker says, "People don't have what they want because they don't know what they want." Be clear about what it is you want your life to look like. Enjoy the control you have over your career and the opportunity you have to grow into it at your own pace. Don't let your fear of success–or failure–drive your decisions.
Unlocked secret: If you love writing, but aren't sure you're ready for that next big step, don't push forward just because others expect it of you, or you're feeling the need to keep up with the crowd and prove yourself. Continue learning the craft, growing as a writer, and learn the business side of publishing to see if it's the kind of career you really want, because it definitely isn't just about writing good books. And if being a published author has always been your dream, don't let anything stand in your way—not even your fear of success. This is your life—the life you are creating with every choice you make. Choose consciously.
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15 Alternative Christmas Trees
Whether you're short on space, away from home for the holidays or just looking to decorate in a more innovative fashion this year, there are times when the standard tree just won't do
Enter the alternative Christmas tree — 15 creative ideas for adding cool to your yule this year. Some of these trees are 3-dimensional, and some are flat. Some are quick and easy, while others may require a few tools to assemble. But regardless of style or substance, each tree is full of wit and whimsy, ensuring that you'll celebrate the season in a way that's anything but traditional.
1. Re-imagined Spruce - design and image by Johan Lagerstrom via Annikas Inredning
2. String of Lights Tree - Domino Magazine via Apartment Therapy
3. Standing Flat Tree - BASICLABEL*SWEDEN
4. Envelope Advent Tree - Krakvik & Dorazio via Shoebox Apartment Living
5. Canvas Glitter Tree - Marie Claire Maison
6. Painted Corner Tree - Design Sponge
7. Washi Tape Tree - Teip
8. Chalkboard Christmas Tree - Matthew Mead via House & Home
9. Unfinished Wood Tree - mérchant design
10. Margareta Fabric Tree - Ikea via CÔTÉ MAISON
11. Stacked Books Tree - The Moravian Book Shop, image by Soon Remembered Tales
12. Bookcase Tree - Michael Johansson
13. Driftwood Tree - Live Eco
14. Instagram Tree - helt enkelt
15. Craft Paper Drawn Tree - Styled Creative, image by Alison Conklin via Style Me Pretty
• Creative Christmas Trees for Small Spaces
• Not Your Average Christmas Trees
• Simple & Thrifty: Branch Christmas Trees
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February 05, 2013 17:30 ET
TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Feb. 5, 2013) - Ferro Iron Ore Corp. (TSX VENTURE:RRO) reports the appointment of Paul Bozoki as Chief Financial Officer, Neil Said as Corporate Secretary and the addition of George Faught, Chirvani Abdoullaev and Alastair Neill to the company's Board of Directors, effective immediately.
Mr. Bozoki is a Chartered Accountant, holds an MBA and has over fifteen years of accounting, tax and corporate finance experience. Since October 2010, Mr. Bozoki has served as Chief Financial Officer of Black Iron Inc., a TSX-listed junior resource company developing an iron ore project in Ukraine. In addition, from March 1, 2012, Mr. Bozoki has served as Chief Financial Officer of Cap-Ex Ventures Ltd., a TSX Venture Exchange listed junior resource company developing an iron ore project near Schefferville, Quebec. Mr. Bozoki began his career at Ernst & Young LLP where he spent six years auditing clients predominately in the mining industry.
Mr. Said is a corporate securities lawyer who works as a legal consultant to various TSX and TSX Venture listed companies in the mining and oil & gas industries. He previously worked as a securities lawyer at a large Toronto corporate law firm, where he worked on a variety of corporate and commercial transactions. Mr. Said obtained a Juris Doctor from the Faculty of Law at the University of Toronto and he received a Bachelor of Business Administration (Honours) with a minor in Economics from Wilfrid Laurier University.
The appointments of Mr. Bozoki and Mr. Said follow the resignation of Mr. Mark Lotz as Chief Financial Officer and Corporate Secretary.
George Faught is a chartered accountant with over 25 years of senior management experience. He currently serves as a director of a number of public companies in the resource sector and has worked as an officer of publicly traded companies in the natural resources sector including Aberdeen International Inc., a global resource investment corporation, North American Palladium Ltd., a mid-tier platinum group metal producer, Hudson Bay Mining & Smelting Co. Ltd., an integrated base metals producer and William Resources Inc., an international gold producer.
Alastair Neill is the former VP/GM, Rare Earth Division and VP Business Development for AMR (now Neo-Material Technologies) and Executive Vice President of Dacha Strategic Metals Inc. Mr. Neill is one of the leading experts in rare earth elements and he has over 15 years of experience in the resources sector. He holds a master of business administration from York University and a Bachelor of Engineering in material science from the University of Western Ontario.
Chirvani Abdoullaev received a degree in petroleum geology in the USSR from the State Academy of Oil and Gas in Moscow and worked for the Ministry of Natural Gas in the Soviet Union in Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Yakutia, Turkmenistan and for the Bulgarian National Oil Company. Mr. Abdoullaev also spent two years in the Canadian oil patch as a geophysicist with Seis-Pro & Consultants until its acquisition by Schlumberger. Following his graduation from the University of Toronto with a MBA degree in 1996, Mr. Abdoullaev started a career as an Equity Analyst covering Canadian oil and gas stocks and emerging markets metals and mining stocks. Most recently Mr. Abdoullaev spent three years in Moscow as a senior oil and gas analyst with Alfa Bank and later in Prague with Wood and Company covering Russian oil and gas and oil field services companies.
The appointments of Mr. Faught, Mr. Neill and Mr. Abdoullaev to the Board of Directors of Ferro follow the resignations of Mr. Mark Lotz and Mr. Shane Yamamoto as directors of the company.
About Ferro Iron Ore Corp.:
As announced on November 6, 2012, Ferro Iron Ore Corp. (formally, Galena Capital Corp.) recently secured the right to merge a highly prospective Mongolian Iron ore exploration license (No. 14491X) (the "Exploration License"). The Exploration License is located in North Central Mongolia in the heart of a proven mineralization corridor contiguous to the largest operating iron mine (Eruu Gol Mine) in the country with rail, road, power and water in very close proximity. It is along strike with other significant exploration projects including the Haranga Bayantsogt, Tumur Tolgoi and Tumurtei deposits. The licensed area is roughly 1000km from steel mills in Northern China accessible by the railway, with surplus capacity, running in front of the property. Although the company awaits completion of a 43-101 technical report, two historical diamond drill holes show significant iron intercepts including 59% Fe over 55.2 metres from 10.8 metres below surface. There is also surface exposure of banded iron skarn in trenching. The company looks to supply inland steel mills in northern China currently utilizing either very high cost domestic ores or expensive imported ores railed hundreds of kilometers from port given the significant grade and logistics cost advantages.
Paul Bozoki, Chief Financial Officer
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Always Give Thanks
Look carefully then how you walk, not as unwise but as wise, making the best use of the time, because the days are evil. Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what the will of the Lord is. And do not get drunk with wine, for that is debauchery, but be filled with the Spirit, addressing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody to the Lord with your heart, giving thanks always and for everything to God the Father in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, submitting to one another out of reverence for Christ. —Ephesians 5:15-21
"Giving thanks always and for everything," is pretty clear. What should we be thankful for? Everything. Even the situations that may be anxiety-ridden? Yes. That's a pretty tall order. Give thanks in everything. How do we do that?
Well first, we have to look at Proverbs 27:19, "As the water reflects the face, so the heart of the man reflects the man." We are what we think. If in my heart I am angry, I will be angry towards those around me. If in my heart I am worried, I will be worried about everything. If in my heart I am thankful, I can be thankful for everything . . . even my troubles.
Having a heart full of thankfulness means that in the middle of all my anxiety and worry, my sweating and fainting and wringing of hands, I am thanking God. You see, He is already in the process of guarding my life and coming to me with an answer—in His time. Giving thanksgiving in prayer for all my troubles shows great faith because I am saying, God, You are way ahead of me on this. I can just leave the details that I can do nothing about to You. So, show me Your glory in how You choose to handle this.
Now let's be honest. If there is something that we are praying about constantly, that is really only having sanctified anxiety and that is still sin! So what can we do?
First, allow yourself to pray about the situation only three times a day. Schedule prayer about this situation that is causing so much anxiety and then don't allow yourself to think about it at any other time during the day.
Second, during the rest of the day when thoughts about the situation come up, and they will, stop the thoughts immediately. Confess that thinking about it again is sin and is actually causing more anxiety. Ask God's forgiveness and then ask for the strength to think about something else.
Third, sometimes the best way to get our mind off our own problems is to begin to pray for someone else. Focus on the needs of others. You'll be surprised at how quickly your own situation goes to the back of your mind when you are earnestly praying for another person's situation.
We can give thanks for everything because even the worst of situations will drive us right to God. And He promises that His peace will stand guard over us. —Buddy Riddle
· What situation in my life is causing me the most anxiety?
· How can I apply these principles to my life?
Prayer – Father, Your Word says to always give thanks and to give thanks for everything. Without Your help, that is impossible. Forgive me for all the times that I worry about my situation. Forgive me for allowing myself to worry while I say to myself that I am only praying, when I am actually only giving myself permission to worry. In Jesus' name, Amen.


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While those that forecast the weather are still at work determining what the winter will hold for Western New York, officials at National Fuel Gas Distribution Corp. have good news for their customers based on initial analysis.
Given last year's record warmth, customers may experience a slight increase from a year ago, though heating costs are still near the lowest in more than a decade.
The current forecasted seasonal bill for an average residential customer for the winter of 2012-13 (November through March) is $657, compared to last year's warmest winter on record of $615. Based on an assumption of normal winter weather, National Fuel customers could experience an overall seasonal increase of $42 or $8.40 per month. Had last year's Western New York winter been "normal," the average residential bill would have been $705, which is higher than what is forecasted for this coming winter season.
"Before we talk about what's ahead, it's important to look at the winter behind to give proper perspective," said Karen L. Merkel, spokesperson for National Fuel. "Last winter was 23 percent warmer than normal; in fact, it was the warmest winter on record - ever. The average bill last winter for the season was $615, a 17.8 percent decrease from the previous winter of 2010-11."
When comparing the outlook for the winter of 2012-13 to historical normal average winter heating bills, the total cost this year is expected to be down from 10 to 30 percent when you look at the three, five- and 10-year historic averages.
If customers are wondering why natural gas heating prices are significantly lower, National Fuel's cost for natural gas is the lowest it has been in more than 10 years, and this is largely attributable to the abundant supply of domestic natural gas, namely the Marcellus Shale impact.
The increase in Marcellus Shale gas is positively impacting New York customers by keeping natural gas costs low despite the fact that there is no production here. Shale gas provides the largest source growth in the U.S. natural gas supply, according to the Energy Information Administration.
National Fuel's supply diversification is key to reliability and the utility's ability to purchase natural gas at the lowest possible cost while ensuring security of supply. The utility has a variety of natural gas supply sources and uses a combination of proven methods that allows tremendous flexibility to adjust purchases - including forward pricing, monthly pricing and the use of underground storage.
"All of the Northeast market demand for natural gas is currently being met by Northeast production; hydraulically fractured shale gas is supplying Western New York with its natural gas and is significantly contributing to the lower heating bills that our customers are experiencing," Merkel said.
Given what is a very stable price environment for the winter heating season, National Fuel officials realize that there will be customers who will have difficulty paying their monthly heating bills. Customers who may need help managing their bills should consider joining the budget plan where predictable monthly gas payments can make budgeting easier. If interested, call 1-800-365-3234.
The Neighbor For Neighbor Heat Fund will remain open year round in an effort to make heating grants more accessible for the elderly and the disabled. The Home Energy Assistance Program will open on Nov. 19, and the maximum natural gas grant will be $450. Customers are encouraged to apply as soon as the program opens - by mail, telephone, online or in person. For additional information, call 1-877-443-2743 or visit the website at www.heaphelps.com.


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NORRISTOWN, Pa. - October 11, 2012 --The canine partner of a suburban Philadelphia police officer who was fatally shot while pursuing a suspect may be reunited with the officer's family.
Plymouth Township Officer Bradley Fox was shot after an attempted traffic stop last month. His canine partner, Nick, was wounded but is recovering. Authorities say the suspect killed himself.
Montgomery County District Attorney Risa Vetri Ferman now says she hopes to reunite the dog with Fox's pregnant wife, Lynsay, and their young daughter. Nick, a Belgian Malinois, was purchased by the county using Homeland Security funds and then provided to the Plymouth Township Police Department.
Now, Ferman says officials are reviewing paperwork to see if they can cut through the "red tape" and reunite the dog with the Fox family.