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Want a chance to get some prizes just for sharing your boot camp story?
We have helped a lot of people reach their short and long term goals. Whether you have lost weight, ran for the first time ever, been able to run around with your kids more, or gotten an A+ from your doctor (clean bill of health – weaning off medications, etc), we want to share that story with others.
If you have already helped us with a video testimony, you probably have a new story to share or it is probably time for an update. So you can STILL help us.
We want to give you something to encourage those of you that share your story.
Many of you think your story may not really be much. A recent testimony I heard was that one of our participants RAN for the first time in their 40 + years of living. Now that is a story and it should be told for people to hear! Not only will it be fulfilling to them by sharing it but it will help inspire other. You need to know that your story may not always about weight and inches. Your story may be about energy. Self-confidence. Possibly more production at work.
With that said, we know there are many of you would inspire others begin a fitness program just by hearing your story.
Why are we asking this??
1. It helps motivate YOU. Yes, YOU. You have achieved lots of benefits from the changes you have made since joining our program. Telling your story will only help YOU in continuing on the journey.
2. This will help inspire others to change. Life is about helping others and in doing so, you feel rewarded. Your personal story will touch someone so much that it will inspire them to change. Weather they join our program or another, the main thing is that people are moved by hearing from people who have achieved results from a program.
3. THIS WILL HELP US. We all know how compelling seeing someone's personal testimony is. If you watch any TV, fitness programs help get attention by showing testimonials. People are touched by REAL stories and YOUR real story about how our program has helped you, will HELP US. Get You In Shape works very hard to help YOU reach your goals. From staying after a sessions to making sure the workouts are always different, we want to give you a service that is both affordable AND Results Driven. Giving 2-3 minutes of your time to share your story will HELP us. I would hope you would want to help us since we do so much (and want to) to help YOU.
We are doing something this month to help MOTIVATE you to HELP US. You can video tape yourself, Have a family member or friend help. You can also do it at one of the boot camps either when you are working out or come another time (if you would rather not be hot) You can also team up with someone in the boot camp to make it easier if you would like.
If you have already helped us with a testimony, each month changes anyway, so you can give us another one and be counted in for the prizes.
This Month we will give out a few prizes for those that share their story. We will put all the names that help us in a hat and draw out a few to win the prizes.
Rules to qualify for the prizes:(we can help you on this but all of this is not mandatory)
1. Before picture – You will need to find on if you have never gotten one from Get You In Shape and email us it. You might find a better before picture than we have for you, so it may be good to try and find one
2. After picture. We can do this or you can get someone to take an after picture and sent it to us.
3. Video Testimony – Do not be scared of doing a video testimony. We will ask all the questions and repeat it if you do mess up and start over. You will be GLAD you shared your story. There are two ways to do the video testimony. You can set up a time up with Cynthia or Brad to get together at one of the other boot camp classes OR outside at the boot camp class. We have heard that many of you don't want to do it because you are normally hot and sweaty. The second way to do it, would be to get someone to record you. We record from our digital camera so you can easily get someone to record it for you and give us the camera to download it.
What questions we will ask on the video testimony that need to be answered –If we video you, we will ask each question one by one. We will also stop if we need to and repeat it if you want to repeat it. If you video it yourself, just have someone ask one question at a time. We will take care of the deleting and editing. Here are the main questions
1. Name, where you are from, and what you do
2. Why you decided to join the Get You In Shape Boot Camp?. All you will do it repeat "I decided to join the Get You In Shape Boot Camp because
3. What your first impression was the first few days or week of the Get You In Shape Boot Camp? Repeat "My first impression of the Get You In Shape Boot Camp was ….
4. How is the Get You In Shape boot camp program unique – why you enjoy it – why is it different than other programs you have tried?
5. What results and benefits you have received from the Get You In Shape Boot Camp? This will be different for everyone and may have changed for some of you over the months. This can be inches, weight, health, meeting some great people, working out with others. If you have lost weight, it would be best to say I have lost ____ weight in ___ months. Or I have gone from a size 14 to a 10. That is what will inspire others.
Example. I lost 6 pounds my first month and after 5 months I have now lost 30 pounds. Many of you have received more HEALTH benefits. So adding your health benefits would be more appropriate to add. But many people look at boot camp as just for weight loss so if their goal is NOT weight loss, your health story may inspire them.
6 What you would saw to anyone out there that may be looking at this program and deciding whether or not to come to the Get You In Shape Boot Camp?
Any other benefits to add can be added here.


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Love & HateSarah christens Count Bakula a dealmaker -- a trusted TV personage she'll follow anywhere (even to an NCIS spinoff). 2014.02.07
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8 Tips To NEVER Get Your Car Stolen
(by a former con-man thief)
By Jack Turner
Like every criminal before
me, I started small. The first item I ever stole was a book on how to perform magic which I blatantly picked up off
a bookshelf and walked out the store with. The irony of openly thieving an item which dealt primarily with the
subtle concealing of items from the human eye was not lost on me, and in fact, this incident affected and "altered"
my adult life in more ways than one.
Firstly, I grew up to become
a professional magician. And secondly, I grew up to be a professional thief.
I used sleight of hand to
take items from shops and pick-pocketing techniques. The concepts of illusion and corrupt behavior became
interlinked in my head, and evolved into the point where I became a fully-fledged criminal. Small items became big
items, and big items became bigger items. It reached the point where myself and several accomplices were stealing
two or three cars a week without even thinking about the people that we were stealing
Luckily, those days are over
for me now. But I learnt a few things during this time. After all, no one gives better anti-criminal advice than
the criminal himself. Please, use the following information to keep your vehicle and possessions as safe as possible.
First and foremost – a thief
will check the security of the car. Is it going to be a quick job? Is it too risky? Is it worth the time?
Anti-theft devices are a car thief's kryptonite. They definitely live up to their name. If a thief sees
a blinking car alarm, a steering lock, or a sign saying the car is fitted with a tracker, he's out of
there, no questions asked.
Why? Because there's a
hundred similar cars without these restrictions. A thief is looking for convenience and maximum gain from
minimum effort. Anti-theft devices are your best friend.
Where to Hide
Your Belongings?
Of course, it's not just
about the car itself. In fact, the items inside are often lot more attractive to a potential thief than the car.
Minor things like spare change, tools, cables, cigarettes or briefcases are all attractive targets. It would take a
competent thief around 10 seconds to be in and out of your passenger side window and be away with your
items. Keep your car as
empty as possible.
If you do have to leave
items in your car overnight, keep them in your boot. Boot locks are nearly impossible to pick and take a long time
to jack open – time which thieves don't have.
"The day is for honest
men, the night for thieves". If a car was well-lit under a streetlamp or in front of a
porch light, a thief wouldn't go anywhere near it. Use light to your advantage whenever possible. If you have a
motion sensor light outside of your home, be sure it it's placed high enough that someone couldn't simply unscrew
the bulb. This also applies to security cameras or any kind of proximity sensor you might have in
Despite what movies would
have you believe, 'hot-wiring' doesn't really work on modern cars. It's the main method of stealing older cars
(think pre-2005) but modern vehicles have a chip in the key fob which is required to start the ignition. However,
obtaining your keys is easier than you think. I personally used to pickpocket people in crowded areas for their
keys. The majority of males will keep their car keys in the trouser pocket on their dominant side (hence, I would
target male's right hand pockets since that's the majority) and females in their handbags. Pickpockets know this so
change your habits.
thought: Where do you usually keep
your car keys while you're shopping for example?
I also used a particular
insidious method when performing magic in pubs. I would ask to borrow a "personal item" from a spectator, and it
was often car keys. I'd then covertly press the unlock button and an accomplice of mine outside would locate the
car and fence any goods inside. Moral of the story: never let your keys out of your
sight.Even to
people who appear to be harmless.
It takes around ten seconds
for someone to break into your car and be gone. A friend of mine left her engine running one morning while she
"popped into her house" to pick something up. When she came back, her car was gone. She claims she was "in the
house only for a minute", so I had to explain that a professional thief could steal her car six times by that
point. Never leave your engine running.
The psychological
implications of keeping your car in good condition is that it sends an image of admiration. If it's clear the owner
cares about the car, then there's most likely security measures in place. This also means the opposite is true. An
untidy car suggests sloppy security measures, making it a more likely target.
Despite general consensus,
it's rare to get your car stolen from a public car park. After all, they're well lit, they're busy and there's
usually always cameras nearby. Three huge deterrents for any budding car thief. Just to be safe, however, park with
your wheels either turned towards another car (on a car park) or towards the curb (on a
If it does happen, chances
are that the person was targeted in particular and was observed for an extended period of time prior to the theft.
This is a profiling technique used by the police and criminals are aware of. So, given all these factors, car parks
(supermarkets in particular) are one of the safest places to leave your vehicle.
Despite this, vandalism is
prominent in car parks due to the casual nature of people in close proximity with multiple vehicles. However,
similar rules apply to avoid vandalism: park in well-lit areas near cameras, invest in an alarm, be near other
vehicles, and don't park across two spaces at once (there are a lot of have-a-go vigilantes out
Lock your doors. Shut your
windows. Close your sunroofs. Sounds obvious, right? Well, the numbers don't lie. Carjacking crimes increase in the
summer months due to the amount of people who leave their windows open. Sure, your car might be a bit cooler when
you get in, but it's not worth losing your stereo over.
Please remember, even though
you've taken all reasonable
measures to ensure your car's safety theft can still happen. If it does happen, be
assured that it's not your fault. It's entirely the
fault of people like I was … who act out of desperation, immorality and envy. I'm happy to say that this lifestyle
is well and truly behind me, and I'm attempting to make amends for years of wrongdoings by helping people not get
caught out by crimes which can be deterred.
Stay safe, stay well-lit, and keep your keys secure.
Thanks for
reading our monthly list of automotive articles.
If you
would like to submit an article for our readers,
Just send
it to me and we'll be glad to publish it right here
on our
again and happy driving!


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Safari West, Santa Rosa, California
3115 Porter Creek Rd., Santa Rosa, California 95404| Map |
Take a trip into the wild with Napa's Safari West. Home to over 400 animals, this expansive attraction sits between Santa Rosa and Calistoga. Families can board a jeep safari and take a tour of the wildlife preserve. Along the way, they are sure to spot animals from around the world. Feed giraffes, visit a baby wildebeest and keep a look-out for zebras, antelope, cheetahs, monkeys and more. Safari West also serves as a bed and breakfast. Reservations for both the safari and a stay on-site are required.
Kristi Marcelle and 1 other parent have been here
Ratings by kids' ages
- Tots (0-2)
- Little kids (3-5)
- Big kids (6-8)
- Tweens (9-12)
- Teens (13+)
Tips for Families
Safari West offers several packages for families. Sign up for the one including the walking segment to get a closer look at the animals.
Address: 3115 Porter Creek Rd., Santa Rosa, California 95404| Map
Phone: 707-579-2551
URL: http://www.safariwest.com/
Hours: Check schedule More Info
Price: Charges vary. For details, check prices. More Info
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Oakland, California
- Visited: 2013-10-01
- Submitted: 2014-03-03 20:22:14.0
- Traveled with:
Big Kids (6-8) and Tweens (9-12)
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Safari in Wine CountryFlag review
Safari West was so much more than I thought it would be. We stayed one night in the cabins (#24) which is very comfortable with a queen bed for the adults and double over double bunk beds for the kids and bathroom. The bbq dinner was surprisingly good and relaxing - it's not theme park food quality. We took the first safari at 9 am and our tour began with a walk around to see the aviary and primates. After 45 minutes we boarded our safari truck for a tour of the grounds which lasted about 2-2.5 hours. The guides are informative and you don't feel like you're in a zoo. Highly recommend this and a stay in the cabins.
Tips for Families
Everyone has an opportunity to ride on top of the safari vehicle. We went first and had an up-close and personal experience with the giraffes who loved eating the leaves that had gathered on the top of the truck - so close that we could smell their stinky breath. Our total tour time was 3 hours 20 minutes so be prepared with water and sunscreen. You can eat lunch at Safari West but need to reserve in advance which is recommended as the location is not close to restaurants.
Suggestions for nearby family-friendly accommodations
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Marlboro, New Jersey
- Visited: 2012-04-01
- Submitted: 2013-02-11 12:26:28.0
- Traveled with:
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Fabulous diversion in wine countryFlag review
Went with my husband and our kids, at the time nine-years-old, and my sister. We had fun traveling around in the jeep and seeing all the animals in a natural environment. The highlight of the trip was riding on top of the jeep.
Tips for Families
expect to have fun.
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Web Registration
How to register onlineVisit Student Web Services to access the Registration Login and complete these steps:
- Enter your Student Identification Number (SID).
- Enter your Registration Code. Your quarterly Registration Code is obtained from your advisor.
- Select the quarter term you are registering for, and click 'Register'.
- The Welcome form provides you with registration-related college information and to verify your identity. If the name that appears on the Welcome form is incorrect, contact the Registration office as soon as possible. To register, click 'Continue'.
- The Registration form displays your schedule, tuition and fee information, and messages.
- To add or drop classes: In the item number fields in the vertical frame of the Registration form, enter the item number of the classes you want to add or drop. Click 'Submit Add/Drop'.
Please note:
- Online registration is available daily from approximately 6am to 10pm (PST). If you encounter any problems or need assistance, contact the Enrollment Services Office during business hours at 360-623-8976.
- If you enter an item number for which you are already registered, the process will treat the request as a drop. If you enter an item number for which are not registered, the process will treat the request as an add.
- You may see error or informational messages appear on the top horizontal frame of the Registration form. Error messages inform you when a problem has occurred that will block registration for the specific class. Example error messages:
- This class is cancelled.
- Permission is required to register for this class.
- Invalid item number.
- Informational messages provide additional information about the class you are adding or dropping, but do not block registration. Example informational messages:
- Warning: dropping classes may affect your financial aid.
- You may be eligible for a senior citizen discount.
- Warning: schedule time conflict – registration allowed.
Viewing your scheduleAs you add or drop classes, your schedule appears in the center horizontal frame on the right side of the Registration form. Information listed for each class includes item number, course identifier, credits, audit class identifier, days the class meets, class times, Building and room, class fees, and instructor name. Web registration is 'real time' or immediate.
Printing your scheduleSince the Registration form is made up of four frames, it is difficult to print a copy of your schedule as it appears on this form. To print a copy of your schedule and your charges and payment information, you must go to the 'View My Schedule' link under the 'Finish' button at the bottom of the Registration form.
Changing creditsA Change Credits button will appear directly below your schedule if you have registered for a class that is variable credit. A variable credit class is a class where you can earn any number of credits between 1 and the maximum credits attached to the class. When you register for a class, you are registered for the maximum number of credits allowed for the class. You can then change the number of credits that you are registered for the class.
- On the Registration form, click the Change Credits button beneath your schedule.
- The variable credit classes you are registered for appear in a pop up window.
- In the Credit field, change the number in the field to the number of credits you want. For example, change 5.0 to 3.0. You cannot register for half or partial credits, for example, 3.5 or 4.2.
- Click the OK button.
- The changed credits appear in the credit field of the class.
Viewing your charges and paymentsCharges, payments, financial aid, and refunds for tuition and class fees are listed on the bottom horizontal frame of the Registration form. Only tuition and class fees are included in the listing of charges and payments. Additional charges may be assessed at the time you pay tuition and fees. Additional charges may include parking, day care, insurance, student fees, technology fees and additional class fees.
Printing your charges and paymentsTo print a copy of your schedule and your charges and payment information, you must go to the 'View My Schedule' link under the 'Finish' button at the bottom of the Registration form.
Completing registrationOnce you are finished registering for classes, you can select the 'Finish' button on the bottom of the page to view or verify your address or to print a copy of your schedule. When you select the 'Finish' button, two frames appear: the left frame provides options available through links. The right frame is additional information that your college has provided regarding registration, classes, charges, payments, and financial aid.
Verifying your addressSelect the 'View My Address' link to see the current address on record at the college. If the address is not correct, follow these procedures to update it:
- Click the Change My Address button on the Current Address Information frame.
- Make changes in the address and phone fields as necessary.
- Click the Submit Address Change button.
- If your address is successfully changed, a message pops up indicating your address has changed.
- Click OK. The new address is displayed.


text: The Scholarships Coordinator in the College of Letters and Science Division of Undergraduate Education facilitates the campus application process for all UCSB undergraduates, regardless of their colleges, for a number of prestigious national and international scholarships funding undergraduate or graduate studies. These scholarships include but are not limited to the Beinecke, Rhodes, Marshall, Mitchell, Goldwater, Truman, and Udall Scholarships and require that students be endorsed or nominated by UCSB. Find links to the scholarships home pages and campus application guidelines at www.duels.ucsb.edu/scholarships. Students interested in applying for these scholarships should email the Scholarship Coordinator at email@example.com. A list of scholarships not requiring campus endorsement may be found in Scholarship Alert, an online publication also located on the Scholarships website.


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Curriculum Connections - Aug 29, 2010
Welcome back to an exciting year of innovation and engagement! I trust you spent the summer pursuing the balance and motivations that will propel you towards a vigorous and energetic start to the year.
There are changes to our practice every year, and this year brings a new evaluation process, one that should provide for more authentic opportunities for Assessment for Learning. One of our goals as ICT consultants will be to develop connections of how some of the tools and applications we have promoted can be used for deep learnings and demonstrations of understandings. We also are working to provide accessible, safe, social media experiences for teachers and students to collaborate and network. We'll be looking at the myriad of online applications, and select and prepare documents and videos of the ones that function well, and are most relevant to your practice.
Many of us have self-selected courses and workshops during the last two months to develop and expand the classroom engagements. Why not take a moment during the first week to connect with your PLC's and share a few of the "ah-hah" moments and innovative plans for the upcoming year. The power of Professional Development lies in the collaboration and networking, and the consolidation and reflection that happen after the conference or workshop.
A great way to do this reflecting and connecting is through a blog. The very nature of writing a piece that will be published is empowering and thoughtful, something that enhances meta-cognition in both professional and student learner.
Please take a look a colleague's blog at http://dougpete.wordpress.com for an expert example of using a blog to review, to connect, to express opinion and to solicit feedback. (Thanks to Doug Peterson for his virtual collaboration on this article.)
Sunday, August 29, 2010
Looking back to go forward.
Posted by Barbara McLaughlin at 8:26 AM
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Yet another report came out this week, this time from the United States Travel Association, all about the state of domestic air travel – how much we, the traveling public, do not care for it.
Some frustration is understandable – we've all been there. Lately, I can't say I've felt much of that. For three years now, I've been flying Southwest almost exclusively. I didn't plan this, it sort of just happened – new city, Southwest hub, low fares, short flight, why not.
As a former New Yorker, it was never really on my radar, so I wasn't sure what to expect. The trip, it turned out, was remarkably hassle-free. So I booked again. Then again (and again). Here's why I'll keep booking:
1. Southwest will never take your money and run.
Change your flight? Cancel it and fly later? No charge, no problem. When I see a good fare, even if I'm not entirely certain a trip will take place, I snag it. If I don't go, I cancel and push that money into the next flight. Every last penny. In an era where people accept use-or-lose as the norm, where people pay more than the cost of a flight to bump it up by a day, this alone makes Southwest better than, well, pretty much everyone.
2. Two free checked bags.
Lost in so much of the complaining about rising fees is the fact that Southwest still allows travelers to check two bags under 50 lbs. for precisely no money. (If you are traveling with more than that, it's kind of hard to feel sorry for you having to pay your share.)
3. Priority access is easy and cheap.
EarlyBird Check-in costs $12.50 each way, no matter how many stops you make. You'll be checked in automatically and will likely end up close enough to the head of the line to get an exit row seat, or, at the very least, have your choice of window or aisle, most of the way up and down the plane. Source: 98% of the trips I have taken on Southwest over a three-year period.
4. The longer you fly without having a seat assignment, the less you will miss this.
Because I always go EarlyBird, I always have a wide selection of seats to choose from, once I get on the plane. (See #3). Deciding on the spot, I find, is just better. Maybe there's a giant, loud group in front and I prefer the back, or vice versa. If I don't like the day's crop of seasoned travelers already manspreading in the exit rows, I can just skip that whole scene and choose a nearby window or aisle seat, next to someone who does not scowl as I approach their row. I have choice. I like choice. Choice is good.
5. All the entertainment I need is in the palm of my hand.
Southwest's system is accessed through your own phone/tablet/phablet/laptop. This means no newbies fiddling with the TV in back of my seat, trying to figure out how to change the channel, or, worse, playing some boring game that requires constant jabbing of the screen. The screen that is just a couple of inches from the back of my head. Because that makes so much sense. Also, should you require, there is internet.
6. In years of traveling Southwest, they have made me late exactly once.
And that was because of some force majeure-level insanity on the East Coast. Really, it was no big deal. They treated us well and got us on our way when they could, without a whole lot of drama. Yes, that's just anecdotal evidence. Yes, Southwest has struggled with on-time-ness in recent years. Apparently, 2013 was particularly bad. (Guess I got lucky.) The good news: As of January, they're back up above the national average of 80 percent, right on par with JetBlue and just a hair below Virgin America. Good enough for me.
7. Flying Southwest can still feel like you're in some cool kind of club for in-the-know cheapskates.
Southwest famously prevents third parties from crawling their site for low fares – as a result, many consumers don't even factor it into their search when planning travel. (This is very bad. Always search Southwest.) Consequently, and this is strictly based on experience, there seems to be a dearth of casual travelers stumbling onto the planes trying to figure out what the hell they've gotten themselves into. Better still, free checked bags means fewer scofflaws attempting to ram their giant cases into the overhead bins, then holding things up (and throwing cabin-disrupting hissy fits) because their luggage has to be removed from the plane and gate-checked. By and large, the people I meet flying Southwest understand and appreciate Southwest's methods and culture. If flying a domestic airline can be a mellow experience at this point, Southwest on a good day comes close.
8. If they can't get me where I need to go or somewhere very close by, I probably don't need to go there.
At this point, the question is where doesn't Southwest fly? It helps that I'm not particularly annoyed by stopovers, though there are plenty of non-stops on most of the routes I travel. It helps that when necessary, I will fly into a cheaper airport, further from my destination. Then again, it's entirely unfair at this point to assume that Southwest can only take you to Hartford or Manchester or Islip or wherever it is you don't want to go. That's simply untrue. Check the schedules, you'll see.
9. They have the last decent staff in the air.
Even with all of the changes employees have had to endure, Southwest's crew seem to have retained their dignity, in turn allowing us ours. Little smiles and jokes and thoughtful touches like offering water while you wait in line for the lavs or encouraging you to grab extra snacks from the basket are almost commonplace. (One attendant recently asked, did I want a splash of half and half in my hot chocolate? It would taste better, she said. She was right.) Tiny gestures like these can mean a lot when you're crammed into a flying tuna fish can with a bunch of tired strangers. The good-natured ease with which most of the attendants do their jobs make the experience so much less stressful than it can be elsewhere.
10. Southwest is uncool and proud.
You won't find nifty color schemes or fun branding, neat-o uniforms or runway-ready attendants. Which is fine, because all that nonsense costs money. Sure, seat pitch and width might average slightly higher on JetBlue or Virgin America, but on Southwest, you still get a leather seat – one that's plenty spacious for the average traveler.
11. They have Fat Tire in cans.
For $5. A couple of old-school Colorado craft beers, a window seat, a sunny day flying over the Rockies, or the Great Lakes, or up the West Coast – it may not be the best thing in the world, but I think we can all agree that it's far from the worst.
The author has never accepted (nor has he been offered) complimentary flights from Southwest Airlines. He writes about travel for Airfarewatchdog, the only web site to list Southwest fares, even though they receive no commission for doing so.


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October House Event
Friday, October 28, 2016 in Loreto News, Students, Parents, Sport
On the 25th of October the October House Event took place. The event was a Zumbathon for Breast Cancer Awareness and it was a great success. 100 Loreto girls gathered in the sports hall and danced amongst the pink balloons.
Not only did everyone have fun and get some exercise, the event also raised money for Breast Cancer Awareness. It was lovely to see girls from different years coming together dancing and enjoying themselves for a great cause.
Prizes were given out to the best dancers and 50 house points were given to the Macaws for the most participants. This event was a fantastic way to encourage school spirit and also supported a great cause.
Rachel Murphy 6B
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You read right! Below we have even more original comic art by mirthful Marie Severin! Sure, everyone knows (and loves) jocular Jim Steranko's iconic '68 HULK annual cover (click here for it, and how Marie Severin was involved in that, too), but here is the unused and unseen original cover for that sublime Silver Age bombshell! Tho very different from the published version, Marie swoops in with action, drama, movement, and Marvel magic! Marie somehow fits in not only ol' Greenskin, but also Black Bolt and the rest of the irascible Inhuman gang! Click below to enlarge!
Friday, July 7, 2017
Unseen 1968 Marie Severin HULK Annual Cover Art! Silver Age Sensation!
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Skills: Unicycle, juggling, hat manipulation, acrobatics, ladder manipulation, comedy
Impressive circus skills combined with animated charisma, Mr Dash skips, jumps, juggles and cruises around on one wheel delighting audiences. Style and laughter await you with this first class entertainer. Specializing in unicycling at the National Institute of Circus Arts, Mr Dash's skills on the one wheeled bike go un-matched.
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Mr Dash is performed by Simon Wright who is a graduate of the National Institute of Circus Arts (NICA) and was one of the main actors in the ABC circus TV series "Hoopla Doopla".
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ELIZABETH — A frantic search for a missing 77-year-old woman who suffers from dementia and her two great-grandchildren ended Tuesday, when detectives from the Elizabeth Police Department and the Union County Prosecutor's office found them in Newark.
Authorities put out an alert on Tuesday morning before Barbara Artis, 77, who has early stages of Alzheimer's disease, along with her two young granddaughters – Destiny, 2, and Lana, 11 months – were located shortly after 11 a.m.
Police were investigating in the vicinity of Irvine Turner Boulevard and Spruce Street, in Newark, when they saw the three missing people at a bus stop approximately four miles away from the woman's
New Jersey State Police said neighbors saw Artis leaving her Lexington Place residence in Elizabeth on Monday at 5:15 p.m., walking with her two great-granddaughters, 2-year-old Destiny and 11 month old Lana, but they had not returned home.
All three were undergoing medical evaluations and officials said the circumstances that led to the disappearance were unknown.
The mother of the children said she had gone grocery shopping on Monday afternoon, leaving them in Artis' care. When she returned from the store, all three were gone.
The little girls' mother, Kim Artis, was desperate and scared before everyone was found.
"I just want them back home in one piece," she sobbed.
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Don Pullen developed an extended technique for the piano and a strikingly individual style, post-bop and modern, but retaining a strong feeling for the blues. He produced acknowledged masterworks of jazz in a range of formats and styles, crossing and mixing genres long before this became almost commonplace. By chance, unfortunately for his future commercial success if not for his musical development, his first contact on arriving on the New York scene was with the free players of the 1960s, with whom he recorded. It was some years later before his abilities in more straight ahead jazz playing, as well as free, were revealed to a larger audience. The variety in his music made him difficult to pigeonhole, but he always displayed a vitality that at first hearing could shock but would always engross and delight his audience.
Don Gabriel Pullen was born (on 25th December 1941 not in 1944 as sometimes said) and raised in Roanoke, Virginia, USA. Growing up in a musical family, he learned the piano at an early age, played and worked with the choir in his local church, and was heavily influenced by his cousin, professional jazz pianist Clyde "Fats" Wright. He had some lessons in classical piano but knew little of jazz, being mainly aware of church music and the blues. Don sought to play in a very fast style and managed to develop his own unorthodox technique allowing him to execute extremely fast runs while maintaining the melodic line.
Don left Roanoke for Johnson C. Smith University in North Carolina to study for a medical career but soon he realised that his only true vocation was music. After playing with local musicians and being exposed for the first time to records of the major jazz musicians and composers he abandoned his medical studies. He set out to make a career in music, desirous of playing like Ornette Coleman and Eric Dolphy.
In 1964 he went to Chicago for a few weeks where he encountered Muhal Richard Abrams' philosophy of making music, then headed for New York, where he was soon introduced to avant-garde saxist Guiseppi Logan, and absorbed more of the philosophy of creative music. Logan invited Don to play piano on his two record dates, 'Guiseppi Logan'(October 1964) and 'More Guiseppi Logan' (May 1965) on ESP, both exercises in structured free playing. Although these were Guiseppi Logan's recordings, most critical attention was given to the playing of percussionist Milford Graves and the unknown Don Pullen with his astonishing mastery of his instrument.
Subsequently he and Milford Graves formed a duo and their piano and drums concert at Yale University in May 1966 was recorded. They formed their own independent SRP record label to publish the result as two LPs. These were the first records to bear Don Pullen's name, second to Milford's. Although not greatly known in the United States, these avant-garde albums were well received in Europe and most copies were sold there. These have never been reissued after the first run sold out.
Finding little money in playing avant-garde jazz, Don began to play the Hammond organ to extend his opportunities for work, transferring elements of his individual piano style to this instrument. During the remainder of the 1960s and early the 1970s, he played with his own organ trio in clubs and bars, worked as self-taught arranger for record companies, and accompanied various singers, including Arthur Prysock and Nina Simone.
He suffered at this time, and for a long time after, from two undeserved allegations; the first (despite his grounding in the church and blues) that he was purely a free player and thus unemployable in any other context, the second that he had been heavily influenced by Cecil Taylor or was a clone of Cecil Taylor, to whose playing Don's own bore a superficial resemblance. Don strenuously denied that he had any link with Cecil Taylor, stating that his own style had been developed in isolation before he ever heard of Cecil. But the assertion of Cecil's influence continued to the end of Don's life, and persists even to this day.
He appeared on no more commercial recordings until 1971 and 1972 when he played organ on three recordings by blues altoist Williams, one being issued under the title of a Pullen composition, "Trees And Grass And Things".
In 1973 drummer Roy Brooks introduced Don to bassist Charles Mingus, and after a brief audition he took over the vacant piano chair in the Mingus group; when a tenor saxophone player was needed, Don recommended George Adams; subsequently Dannie Richmond returned on drums; and these men, together with Jack Walrath on trumpet, formed the last great Mingus group.
Being part of the Mingus group and appearing at many concerts and on three Mingus studio recordings, 'Mingus Moves' (1973), 'Changes One' and 'Changes Two' (both 1974), gave great exposure to Don's playing and helped to persuade audiences and critics that Pullen was not just a free player. Two of his own compositions 'Newcomer' and 'Big Alice' were recorded on the 'Mingus Moves' session but 'Big Alice' was not released until a CD re-issue many years later. However musical disagreements with Mingus caused Don to leave the group in 1975.
Don had always played piano with bass and drums behind him, feeling more comfortable this way, but in early 1975 he was persuaded to play a solo concert in Toronto. This was recorded and as 'Solo Piano Album' became the first record issued under Don's name alone. Among other pieces, it contains 'Sweet (Suite) Malcolm' declared a masterpiece by Cameron Brown, Don's long time associate of later years.
There was now growing awareness of Don's abilities but it was the European recording companies that were prepared to preserve it. In 1975 an Italian record company gave Don, George Adams and Dannie Richmond the opportunity to each make a recording under his own name. All three collaborated in the others' recordings. In the same year, Don made two further solo recordings in Italy for different record labels; 'Five To Go' and 'Healing Force', the latter being received with great acclaim. He became part of the regular seasonal tours of American musicians to Europe, playing in the avant-garde or free mode.
In 1977, Don was signed by a major American jazz record company, Atlantic. This led to two records, the untypical 'Tomorrow's Promises' and the live 'Montreux Concert'. But after these, Don's association with Atlantic was terminated and he returned to European companies for three recordings under his own name or in partnership; 'Warriors', and 'Milano Strut' in '78 and 'The Magic Triangle' in '79. These, especially the startling 'Warriors' with its strong 30 minute title track, have remained in the catalogues over the years.
Meanwhile he recorded with groups led by Billy Hart (drums), Hamiet Bluiett, (baritone sax.), Cecil McBee (bass), Sunny Murray (drums) and Marcello Melis (bass). On the formation of the first Mingus Dynasty band Don occupied the piano chair and appeared on their recording 'Chair In The Sky' in 1979, but he soon left the band, feeling the music had diverged too far from Mingus' intentions.
In late 1979 Don, George Adams and Dannie Richmond were booked to play as a quartet for a European tour of a few weeks duration. Don invited Cameron Brown to join them on bass. They were asked to bill themselves as a Mingus group but not wanting to be identified as mere copyists they declined and performed as the George Adams/Don Pullen Quartet. They played more structured music than Don normally favoured, but the immediate rapport among them led to the group touring the world with unchanged personnel until the death of Dannie Richmond in early 1988. From very early in their first tour in 1979, and until 1985, the quartet made a dozen remarkable recordings for European labels, both studio and live. Of these, 'Earth Beams' (1980), 'Live At The Village Vanguard' (1983) and 'Decisions' (1984) provide typically fine examples of their work at that period.
Although highly regarded in Europe, the quartet felt they were not well enough known in America so in 1986 they signed to record for the American Blue Note label for which they recorded 'Breakthrough' (1986) and 'Song Everlasting' (1987). Beginning the Blue Note contract with great hope of increased fame and success, (as shown by the title of their first Blue Note album) they became disillusioned by the poor availability of these two records. Although the power of their live concerts maintained their reputation as one of the most exciting groups ever seen, the music recorded for the Blue Note sessions was at first deemed 'smoother' than on their European recordings, and took time to achieve the same high reputation.
After the death of Dannie Richmond the quartet fulfilled their remaining contracted engagements with a different drummer and then disbanded in mid 1988. Their music, usually original compositions by Don, George and Dannie, had ranged from blues, through ballads, to post-bop and avant-garde. The ability of the players to encompass all these areas, often within one composition, removed any sameness or sterility from the quartet format. Except for the early recordings on the vanished Horo label, their European recordings remained regularly available, unlike those made for Blue Note.
During the life of the Quartet, Don also made a duo recording with George Adams 'Melodic Excursions' (1982) and made three recordings under his own name, two further solo albums, the acclaimed 'Evidence Of Things Unseen' (1983) and 'Plays Monk' (1984), then with a quintet, another highly praised recording 'The Sixth Sense' (1985). He also recorded with (alphabetically) Hamiet Bluiett; Roy Brooks, the drummer who introduced him to Mingus; Jane Bunnett; Kip Hanrahan; Beaver Harris; Marcello Melis; and David Murray.
All Don's future recordings under his own name would now be for Blue Note. On 16th December 1988 he went into the studio with Gary Peacock (bass) and Tony Williams (drums) to make his first trio album 'New Beginnings', which astonished even those familiar with his work and became widely regarded as one of the finest trio albums ever recorded. He followed this in 1990 with another trio album 'Random Thoughts', in somewhat lighter mood, this time with James Genus (bass) and Lewis Nash (drums).
In late 1990 Don added a new element to his playing and his music with the formation of his African Brazilian Connection ('ABC'). This featured, as well as Don, Carlos Ward (alto sax), Nilson Matta (bass), Guilherme Franco and Mor Thiam (percussion) in a group which mixed African and Latin rhythms with Jazz. Their exciting first album "Kele Mou Bana" was released in 1991. Their second, but very different, album of 1993, 'Ode To Life' was a tribute to George Adams, who had died on 14th November 1992, containing Don's heartfelt and moving composition in George's memory 'Ah George We Hardly Knew Ya'. A third album 'Live .... Again' recorded in July 1993 at the Montreux festival, but not released until 1995. This featured 'Ah George...' and other songs from their previous albums, in somewhat extended versions. Don achieved more popular and commercial success with this group than with any other. In 1993 'Ode To Life' was fifth on the U.S. Billboard top jazz album chart.
During the last few years of his too short life, Don toured with his trio, with his African Brazilian Connection, as a solo artist, and with groups led by others, making much fine music, but sadly not enough records. The greatest loss to his admirers was that although his solo playing seemed to grow in power, he was never invited to record another solo album. Meanwhile he made important contributions to concerts and recordings of groups led by others, such as (alphabetically) Jane Bunnett (notably their fine Duo album 'New York Duets); Bill Cosby(!); Kip Hanrahan; David Murray (on organ, the best recorded example of his organ style being on Murray's 1991 'Shakill's Warrior'); Maceo Parker (on organ); Ivo Perelman; Jack Walrath (again on organ). He also toured and recorded with the group 'Roots' from its inception.
Don's final project was a work combining the music of his African Brazilian Connection (extended by Joseph Bowie on trombone) with a choir and drums of Native Americans. In 1994 Don was diagnosed with the lymphoma which eventually ended his life but, despite this, he put great physical effort into completing the this important and deeply felt composition. In early March 1995 he played on the recording 'Sacred Common Ground', displaying all his usual power although being but a few weeks away from his untimely death, returning as always to his heritage of the blues and the church. Unable himself to play at the live premiere, his place at the piano was taken by D D Jackson, with whom Don discussed the music from his hospital bed shortly before his death. He died on 22nd April 1995.
Don composed many pieces with melodies and rhythms which linger in the mind, often they were portraits or memories of people he knew. All were published by his own company Andredon but because he himself for a long time suffered from neglect musically so did many of his compositions. His most well known are the humorous 'Big Alice' (for an imaginary fan), the incredible 'Double Arc Jake' (for his son and Rahsaan Roland Kirk), the passionate 'Ode To Life' (for a friend), and the aforementioned lament 'Ah George We Hardly Knew Ya'. Occasionally he wrote pieces with a religious feeling, such as 'Gratitude' and 'Healing Force', or to highlight the plight of Afro-Americans such as 'Warriors', 'Silence = Death, and 'Endangered Species: African American Youth'. Following the assassination of Afro-American activist Malcolm X, Don had written a suite dedicated to Malcolm's memory but this required more instrumental resources than a normal jazz group provides, and only the piano parts of this were ever recorded. Except for the 'Plays Monk' album, Don almost exclusively featured his own compositions on his own recordings, until his time with the African Brazilian Connection. His compositions are well represented on the George Adams/Don Pullen Quartet recordings, but such compositions by Don which were recorded by others, were usually performed by those who had known and worked with him.
Although Don was able to play the piano in almost any style, (the attribute that had made him so important to the wide-ranging music of Mingus) and sometimes gave the impression that there were two pianists at the keyboard, he caused most astonishment by his ability to place extremely precise singing runs or glissandi over heavy chords, reminiscent of traditional blues, while never losing contact with the melodic line. His technique for creating these runs, where he seemed to roll his right hand over and over along the keys, received much comment from critics, was studied by pianists, and heavily filmed and investigated, but could never be totally explained, even by Don who had developed it. His piano technique can be seen on the DVDs 'Mingus At Montreux 1975' and on 'Roots Salutes The Saxophones'. But it is better not to concentrate too much on his technique, especially now that he is gone from among us, and to pay attention to his depth of feeling and the intensity of improvisations, whether these were suggested by the song itself or engendered by the moment. It is easy to forget that those who come to love his music from his records may be totally unaware of his playing method. Even at his concerts, only a minority of the audience would be fully able to see his hands moving along the keyboard and be aware of exactly how he revealed the emotional outpourings of his soul.
Don Pullen, like many other of greatest jazz musicians, had given his life to the music and was greatly missed after his death. Several musicians wrote songs as personal tributes to his memory, including Jane Bunnett, Cameron Brown, D D Jackson, and David Murray.
David Murray and D D Jackson made a whole album 'The Long Goodbye' dedicated to Don.
In 2005 Mosaic issued a set of four long unavailable Blue Note recordings, 'Breakthrough' and 'Song Everlasting' by the 'The Don Pullen/George Adams Quartet, and 'New Beginning' and 'Random Thoughts' by Don's own trio.


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As Christmas approaches the financial news on all sides remains almost unremittingly bad. We read of a greatly reduced level of business in many of the retail chains. In the past few days, we have had the news that Woolworths, for generations one of the iconic names on the high street selling cheap goods, is going out of business altogether. Unemployment is rising. It is difficult to obtain a mortgage, and difficult, therefore, to buy a house. Inevitably, all this casts a pall of gloom over what is traditionally a festive season.
These comments are just from a parochial United Kingdom perspective, but of course it is not realistic to look at things with that narrow focus. Both the problems, and the attempted solutions, are international. For example, in the U.S. and the U.K. governments are considering whether, and how, to rescue major corporations (notably in the motor industry).
Knock-on effect
If the capitalist system is a reality, it could be argued that government intervention to save failing corporations surely makes no sense. Yet clearly, it is not as simple as that; the knock-on effect of corporate failure, on the lives and livelihoods of ordinary people, is far too big to ignore, and governments, therefore, quite understandably are not ignoring it.
Bad news is continuous and universal. Each day brings fresh examples, and as it has continued over many weeks, we tend to react with a kind of fatalistic detachment. The bad news has in a sense virtually lost the power to affect us.
Against the background of this kind of pervasive mood, it is salutary to look for examples of good news: and, believe it or not, they are to be found.
This week I experienced just such a good example. I spent a couple of hours on duty as a volunteer collector outside one of the major supermarkets in Cambridge. This supermarket chain regularly allows charities to hold "flag days" outside their premises, and this one was for a Cambridge-based charity with which I am associated, which provides a reading service for blind people. This particular supermarket branch is located just outside Cambridge, in an area which is not in the prosperous heart of the city. The response, nevertheless, was positive, and people gave generously. No doubt many of them are facing anxious times, including uncertainty about employment, but that did not prevent them from thinking of others, and doing something to help them. At a time when we are looking critically at the greed of many in the financial world, it is encouraging to be reminded that there are plenty of people who are not greedy, and who concern themselves with the welfare of people less fortunate than themselves.
The bad news that is presently filling our consciousness is not of course limited to the world of international finance. Every day brings more evidence of the disaster that is facing the people of Zimbabwe. As I write, it is increasingly clear that the hope of a political settlement in that unhappy country, that seemed at least possible a few months ago, has all but vanished. President Robert Mugabe remains impervious to external pressure, and seems determined to bring his country and its people to their knees.
It is easy to take a pessimistic view, and see that as in some way symptomatic of Africa as a whole — and then we are reminded of an African story that has not been hitting the headlines, but which offers a different take on the continent.
I am referring to the presidential election in Ghana. President Kufuor, having reached the end of his second five-year term in office, and being therefore ineligible to stand again, has left office without controversy, and proclaimed himself fully committed to ensuring that the choice of his successor goes smoothly. In fact, the provisional results of the election, held early in December, showed a near tie between the two main candidates. The electoral commission has arranged a run-off election, which is taking place on the day this article appears.
"Election takes place as planned. Government accepts the result" ought not to be newsworthy, but for those of us who are interested in Africa, and are only too conscious of the depressing situation in Zimbabwe, it sadly is.
Similarly, "all affected by financial crisis, but people continue to support charities" is not something that makes the headlines but it is certainly newsworthy, and certainly encouraging when the news is so depressing.
Bill Kirkman is an Emeritus Fellow of Wolfson College Cambridge, UK. Email him at: firstname.lastname@example.com
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I'm always going outdoors somewhere taking photos. I wasn't quite prepared for this particular adventure.
I had googled the terms "slave cabins in New Jersey." Google then decided to show me a place called "The Solitude House" in a town called High Bridge. The Google results failed to show the ACTUAL status of the property. I thought I was on my way to a museum or something. I get to the town and immediately smelled "Republicans." I sent two of my friends my current location, and told them that I was in a "KKK Town."
Anyway, as you can see, the place was damn near desolate, not to mention winter can suck the life out of any environment.
Stay tuned for part 2, where I will post raw footage.
Remind me to always check with Yelp before I do Google.


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I haven't posted a recipe in awhile and thought one of our favourite cakes deserved a spot on my blog. This cake is a staple in our house. We make it a little too often, I think. It really is a favourite even though Pappa complains that it is a pine needle cake (I have never seen him refuse to eat it or take it home with him). :) You would think that rosemary is reserved for savoury dishes, but it is a lovely surprise in this sweet cake. It has a nice light texture and it always turns out perfectly light golden. In short, its rosemary delish! :)
Rosemary Cake
250g softened unsalted butter
200g sugar
3 large eggs
210g self-raising flour
90g all-purpose flour
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
2 tsp medium-finely chopped fresh rosemary leaves
4-6 tbsp milk
1-2 tsp coarse unrefined sugar
Preheat oven to 170 C. In a medium bowl sift together the 2 flours. Beat butter until light and fluffy. Add in sugar and beat until pale in colour. Beat in eggs one at a time and fold in a heaping spoonful of flour after each egg (I do this by hand with a silicone spatula). Add in the vanilla and beat to incorporate. Fold in remaining flour using your spatula as above. Fold in the rosemary leaves. Thin the batter with the milk one tablespoon at a time. You want the batter to be soft and to fall easily from your spatula, but not runny. Pour or dollop your batter into a greased and floured (fine bread crumbs also work well) loaf tin and smooth out the top and sprinkle with the coarse sugar. Bake in your preheated oven for approximately 1 hour or until a cake tester comes out clean.
*This recipe is adapted from Nigella Lawson


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Assemblywoman Sees Potential For Industrial Hemp In Saratoga And Washington Counties By Lucas Willard • Oct 26, 2017 kat_geb - Flickr: 40 / WIkipedia Listen Listening... / 4:53 New York state Assemblywoman Carrie Woerner sees the hemp industry as an economic opportunity for Washington and Saratoga Counties. 2017 Open Studios Of Washington County Tour By Joe Donahue • Jul 10, 2017 Leslie Peck / http://www.lpeck.com/gallery.html Listen Listening... / 11:37 The 2017 Open Studios of Washington County will feature a record-breaking 20 artists working across a range of mediums, including painting, photography, clay arts, and sculpture. Since the arts are vital to the cultural diversity and enrichment of the region, the event helps ensure the rich artistic tradition will continue. The event now happens over four days and will run from July 13th through July 16th. Joining us to tell us all about it, we welcome Sue Sanderson, organizer, Open Studios of Washington County and two of the featured artists, Leslie Peck and Gigi Begin. 4th Annual Give Hunger the Boot By Joe Donahue • May 30, 2017 Listen Listening... / 15:50 The 4th Annual Give Hunger the Boot fundraising campaign for Comfort Food Community is underway through June 17th with a goal to raise $15,000. This community-wide campaign was born four years ago through a collaboration between Comfort Food and the Cossayuna Volunteer Fire Department to raise awareness and money to address food insecurity in the much of Southern Washington County. Since then much has been accomplished – permanent Pantries in Greenwich and Cossayuna, a fully subscribed Community Garden, the YES! Weekend Backpack program in the GCSD, the Fresh Food Mobile Pantry, and the Greenwich Glean Team. The highlight of the campaign will be the 4th Annual Classic Car Show which will be held at the VFW field in Greenwich this Sunday, June 4th from noon to 4pm. To tell us more – we welcome Executive Director of the Comfort Food Community Devin Bulger, the President of the Board of Directors, Maryann McGeorge and the Chief of the Cossayuna Fire Department and Comfort Food Board Member Pat Donahue. The 25th annual Washington County Fiber Tour 4/29 And 4/30 By Joe Donahue • Apr 27, 2017 Listen Listening... / 15:46 Since the early 1800's, Washington County has been a welcoming home for wool and other fiber production. The 25th annual Washington County Fiber Tour will take place on April 29th and 30th from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. On the tour, you can learn about a cottage industry that has enjoyed a renaissance in recent years as people re-invest in their local community. This self-guided tour of eleven farms and a fiber mill is free and open to the public. Here to tell us more are: Mary Jean Packer, owner of Battenkill Fibers Carding and Spinning Mill; Norma Johnson of Crazy Legs Farm; and Sister Mary Elizabeth of St. Mary's on-the-Hill Cashmere. DEC: Toxic Chemicals Found At Washington County Composting Facility By Lucas Willard • Mar 16, 2017 Listen Listening... / 3:26 As the state Department of Environmental Conservation continues to investigate the presence of toxic chemicals known as PFC's in upstate New York, the presence of PFOA and PFOS has been detected at a composting facility in Washington County. Hudson Falls Hears Personal Stories Of Addiction And Recovery At Community Forum By Lucas Willard • Feb 16, 2017 Lucas Willard / WAMC Listen Listening... / 3:17 A frank discussion on heroin and opioid addiction was held in Washington County Wedneday night. The forum, moderated by District Attorney Tony Jordan, focused not only on the prevalence of opioid addiction in the Washington, Saratoga, and Warren County regions, but also moving firsthand accounts. Washington County A Hub For Birding Enthusiasts By Lucas Willard • Apr 21, 2016 Lucas Willard / WAMC Listen Listening... / 3:39 On a blustery spring day, a small crowd gathers at the parking area of the Washington County Grasslands, a DEC Wildlife Management Area located on 286 acres in the heart of the upper Hudson's farm country. GE Ft. Edward Dredging Site Coming Down By Dave Lucas • Nov 13, 2015 Google Maps Listen Listening... / 2:34 Federal regulators have approved General Electric's plan to dismantle a Hudson River PCB cleanup plant used during six years of dredging, which concluded this fall. Washington County Historical Society - "When Johnny Comes Marching Home Again" By Joe Donahue • Sep 23, 2015 Listen Listening... / 13:16 This Saturday, the Washington County Historical Society will present the program: "When Johnny Comes Marching Home Again: 150 Years since the End of the Civil War and the Return of Our Own 123rd Regiment" in Salem, NY. Joining us: Pat Niles, retired high school history teacher from Salem who is a Washington Co. Historical Society board member and is scheduled to be the next WCHS president. Also joining us is Mike Russert who is a retired teacher from Hoosick Falls Central. He is an expert on local history with a particular interest in the 123rd Regiment from Washington Co. He will be a speaker at the 9/26 event. Debi Craig is a board member and former president of the WCHS, she is the Event Coordinator for "When Johnny Comes Marching Home Again" and chairperson of the Programming Committee. Music From Salem By Joe Donahue • Jul 15, 2015 Listen Listening... / 13:32 Music from Salem brings together musicians of international reputation to prepare and perform chamber music in the peace and beauty of rural Washington County, New York, and environs. Chamber music is classical music written for a small group of performers, and includes a range of styles, from the 18th century to today. The connection between artist and audience is at the heart of Music from Salem. Concerts are intimate, with most held at Cambridge's Hubbard Hall, whose fine acoustics enhance the listener's experience. Open rehearsals are held at Brown Farm in Salem, where MfS originated in 1986. Founder, violist, and Artistic Director Lila Brown; cellist Scott Kluksdahl, and Vice President of Music From Salem David deVries all join us to tell us more. Upstate Sheriffs Say Software Will Improve School Safety By Lucas Willard • Jun 10, 2015 Lucas Willard / WAMC Listen Listening... / 2:31 Sheriffs from three upstate counties are pushing for an online emergency response program to be used in schools across New York. Bill Would Aid In Opening Of Hudson-Hoosic Visitor Center By Lucas Willard • May 1, 2015 State lawmakers are expecting passage of a bill that would help establish a regional visitor center for the upper Hudson and Hoosic river valleys. Race For Cambridge Mayor In Eleventh Hour By Dave Lucas • Mar 17, 2015 United States Senate Village elections are set for tomorrow in New York. WAMC takes a look at the mayoral race in the Washington County village of Cambridge, one of few competitive races in our region. Washington County Man Looks To Open Medical Marijuana Growing Facility By Lucas Willard • Jan 8, 2015 wikipedia.org Listen Listening... / 3:37 An entrepreneur in Washington County is hoping to secure a license from New York state to grow marijuana for medical use. As WAMC's Southern Adirondack Bureau Chief Lucas Willard reports, the plan has already received praise from local officials. Washington County DA Will Serve As Special Prosecutor In Case Against Saratoga County Deputy By Lucas Willard • Nov 19, 2014 youtube Listen Listening... / 0:38 The acting district attorney in Saratoga County has announced a special prosecutor will handle the case against a former Saratoga County sheriff's deputy who allegedly slapped a civilian earlier this month. Salem Residents Vote To Dissolve Village By Lucas Willard • Aug 6, 2014 Public Domain, Wikimedia Commons Listen Listening... / 3:45 Voters in a small Washington County community have decided to dissolve their village government. Events Will Commemorate Solomon Northup By Lucas Willard • Jul 18, 2014 Public Domain / Archive.org Commemorations are scheduled for this weekend in Washington County and Saratoga Springs, New York in honor of a free man captured and sold into slavery in the 19th Century. The story of Solomon Northup, as told in his 1853 narrative Twelve Years A Slave, has experienced a fresh round of attention thanks to last year's Oscar-winning film of the same name. The story tells how Northup was lured away from his home in Saratoga Springs, and eventually sold into slavery. Forum Will Address Heroin Addiction In Warren And Washington Counties By Lucas Willard • Jul 11, 2014 A recent traffic stop that led to two arrests for heroin possession in Washington County, New York, near the Vermont border is bringing attention to an ongoing issue of the transport of illegal drugs over state lines. 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The Washington County village near the Vermont border will use the funding to make repairs and comply with environmental regulations. Washington County Residents Ponder Village Dissolutions By Lucas Willard • Apr 4, 2014 Public Domain, Wikimedia Commons Peter Gregg, a resident of the village of Greenwich in Washington County loves where he lives. He likened it to living in a Norman Rockwell painting. "But the problem is that the taxes are too high," said Gregg. "There's a Town of Greenwich tax and a Village of Greenwich tax." Gregg said the taxes are "penalizing" to village residents. Gregg, who edits the local newspaper The Greenwich Journal, recently submitted a petition to the village board to dissolve the village government. Officials Kick Off Maple Weekend In New York By Lucas Willard • Mar 21, 2014 Lucas Willard New York State officials gathered at a farm in Washington County today to kick off Maple Weekend. "Our goal out here is just to celebrate one of nature's best events and that's the beginning of the season for maple out here in New York State," said New York State Agricultural Commissioner Richard Ball. Ball was joined by State Senator Betty Little, Assemblyman Steve McLoughlin, and others at Dry Brook Sugar House in the Washington County town of Salem to mark the start of maple weekend. Washington County Law Enforcement Hope To Raise Community Awareness Of Drug Abuse By Lucas Willard • Feb 12, 2014 Public Domain, Wikimedia Commons Washington County law enforcement officials are pushing for more community awareness of drug abuse and addiction through more oversight of pharmacies. Washington County District Attorney Tony Jordan says there are a lot of misconceptions about drug abuse and the reality of highly-addictive methamphetamines. Assemblyman Tony Jordan Reflects On His Time In The NYS Legislature By Lucas Willard • Nov 10, 2013 New York State Assemblyman Tony Jordan, a Republican of the 113th District, was recently elected to become the next District Attorney of Washington County. Jordan, a lawyer by trade, served as Assistant District Attorney prior to his election to the Assembly in 2008. WAMC's Lucas Willard spoke with Jordan, who reflected on his experience in the legislature and his reasons for leaving. Officials Announce Reopening Of Historic Hudson River Bridge By Lucas Willard • Nov 8, 2013 Lucas Willard / WAMC National, state, and local officials gathered in the Saratoga County town of Northumberland today to mark the completed restoration of an historic bridge that connects a system of recreational trails. The crowd gathered on the newly refurbished Dix Bridge spanning the Hudson River between Greenwich and Northumberland, connecting Washington and Saratoga Counties. The original structure was constructed in 1895, and since 2009 local organizations and municipalities have worked to transform the aging span into an accessible walkway open to pedestrians, cyclists and snowmobilers. Open Studios Tour of Washington County, New York By Joe Donahue • Jul 10, 2013 Listen Listening... / 10:29 This Saturday and Sunday, a dozen of Washington County, New York's best artists will open their studio doors and invite us inside to see their latest works and talk about the creative process. Not a gallery, not an exhibition, but a visit into the artists world and workshop, the Open Studios Tour will gives a chance to connect with the art through the artist. The Tour takes you through lower Washington County with some of the most striking vistas in New York State. You will enjoy the ride from studio to studio almost as much as you love the art. Open Studios Tour Director, Sue Sanderson and artist Leslie Parke join us to tell us more.


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The evidence that broadband is the telecommunications protocol of the future, and of the present, continues to roll in, and the big infrastructure players, the carriers and the government, continue to debate the best way to respond.
Just released Nielsen numbers say that the push to online video continues. The firm says that last month, 10 billion video were streamed in the U.S., an increase of 1.3 percent over June 2009. Perhaps more significantly, this AdWeek story reports that Nielsen says average time spent watching videos rose 3.1 percent compared to the previous June and 2.5 percent compared to May. The only contrary number was the number of streams per person, which were down marginally (0.3 percent) over Last June-but up 3.7 percent over May.
At the same time that the majority of the trend lines in use of broadband for video point upward, the FCC has released a report, the sixth annual version, on deployment. GigaOm says the FCC found that 14 million to 24 million people in the U.S. lack broadband. The story quotes a contrary viewpoint from Verizon, which is to be expected. The carrier takes issue with the FCC's findings, and points to statements in the National Broadband Plan that only 5 percent of the U.S doesn't have access to broadband.
The bottom line is that the United States needs to get beyond talking points and just do better. For instance, ZDNet reports that BT has restarted a "brownfield" trial in the UK aimed at delivering 100 Megabits per second (Mbps) to users. Unlike greenfield tests set in areas that have no prior telecom offerings, such as new subdivisions, brownfield test services are in areas that already offer services.
There are some fast networks in the U.S., of course, and there certainly are tests of higher-speed networks. 3.5G and 4G services also are springing up. But things must be done more quickly. The GigaOm piece, which points out that the FCC has upgraded the definition of broadband to 4 Mbps downstream and 1 Mbps downstream, suggests some of the steps that should be taken. These incldue opening spectrum for mobile broadband and reforming the Universal Services Fund. These, and other steps, must be taken, and it must be done in such as way that the entire country benefits.
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Solimar Begins Work With The Great Himalaya Trail In NepalWritten by Natasha Martin
In late 2014, Solimar International began working with the Great Himalaya Trail (GHT) in Nepal. The GHT is a network of trails that currently span across the Nepali Himalayas. The experiences offered along these trails are rough, but unforgettable. Trekkers are afforded spectacular views of the most breathtaking mountain range on earth, they have meaningful exchanges with Nepali people and push their own physical limits in some of the world's most challenging trails. The GHT also seeks to promote responsible tourism in Nepal, and is used to unite the trekking industry around this concept.
Nepal is on the bucket list of most adventure travelers, specifically, the Everest Base Camp Trek, which is accessible but adventurous and provides a glimpse of one of the world's great natural wonders. As a result, most tourists to Nepal visit the same well trodden destinations. The GHT encourages tourists to get out and explore the rest of the mountain range, which stretches across the entire country.
The GHT is currently being managed by the Samarth-Nepal Market Development Project, which is funded by DFID and contracted to Adam Smith International. They inherited this tourism product from a former DFID project and needed support from tourism experts to help transition the GHT to new management.
Management of the GHT comprises several components, namely product development, marketing and trail management.
Solimar was initially asked to focus on GHT tourism branding, a destination assessment and identify an organization to take over the GHT website. During this contract period, our team traveled to Nepal and met with GHT stakeholders from associations, tour operators, guides and government organizations. We provided Samarth-NMDP with seven possible scenarios for moving forward.
We were delighted to renew our contract with Adam Smith for 2015, and in the coming year Solimar will be working with GHT stakeholders to build a fresh website for the GHT, including compelling content for social channels and support the transition to a new management structure.
The GHT has the opportunity to be a truly iconic product for Nepal: it provides both a base for activities and a unifying concept for the variety of attractions the destination has to offer. It exemplifies the concept of site doing, not site seeing. Solimar is looking forward to working with Samarth-NMDP in 2015 to help the GHT realize its full potential.
Solimar's Top 10 Destinations For Your 2015 Bucket ListWritten by Mallika Saini
Can you believe we're already a month into 2015? We hope your year is off to a great start and that you are still keeping with those New Year's Resolutions. One resolution we think you shouldn't forget about: Travel more! To help you out, Solimar has compiled a list of the top 10 places we think should be on your bucket list for 2015. Check out these great sustainable travel options for ideas to inspire your next trip.
1. Myanmar
From gorgeous Buddhist temples to snaking, serene rivers, Myanmar has much to offer the adventure traveler. The rich cultural diversity of this "untouched" country makes it a must-visit for those looking for a unique Southeast Asian escape.
2. Great Himalaya Trail, Nepal
Nepal is on the bucket list for many adventure travelers because of the legendary Himalayas, but they tend to visit the same well-trodden destinations. The Great Himalaya Trail (GHT) is a network of trails that span across the mountain range. Trekkers enjoy spectacular views on these challenging trails, while also meeting and interacting with Nepali locals. In late 2014, Solimar started work with the GHT to ensure effective online promotion of trekking in Nepal. A must for the truly adventurous!
3. Tanzania
Home to the Serengeti and Mount Kilimanjaro, Tanzania is the adventure traveler's dream. Don't be alarmed if you spot the king of the jungle during your visit – the Serengeti is believed to hold the largest population of lions in Africa.
4. Colombia
The Colombian archipelago of San Andres, Providencia, and Santa Catalina are the epitome of beauty and relaxation. Visitors are sure to enjoy the islands' picturesque, sandy beaches and waterfalls. Make sure to explore the plethora of colorful marine life that live there! Solimar is currently working with National Geographic to create a strategic business plan and marketing strategy to provide a long-term geotourism solution to Colombia.
5. The Mississippi River
Looking for a unique adventure in the heart of North America? Try a Mississippi river tour! The largest river system in the US, the Mississippi is an excellent option for exploring the geographic, ecological, and cultural diversity the US has to offer. Solimar's Mississippi River Geotourism Project is working to create a destination marketing and branding strategy to provide the Mississippi River area with attractions to support geotourism in the area.
6. Namibia
No surprise here – Namibia has been and will continue to be one of our favorite sustainable travel destinations! The gorgeous sunsets over desert and coastal landscapes, big game encounters, and rich culture is truly unparalleled.
7. Nicaragua
Nicaragua is 2015's Central America travel hotspot. Boasting a rich tapestry cultural history (home to one of the oldest cities in the Western Hemisphere) and amazing natural wonders like Pacific Coast beaches and volcanoes, Nicaragua has something for everyone. Nicaragua is also home to Solimar's newest ecolodge development project.
8. Ethiopia
Ethiopia is an excellent place to see the crossroads of African and Middle-Eastern cultures. For the history and culture lover, Ethiopia is sure to not disappoint. But don't forget the wildlife! Ethiopia is also a perfect spot for bird-watchers and animal lovers.
9. Bethlehem
While most people know Bethlehem as the historic birthplace of Christ, this Palestinian city has so much more to offer. Along with the Church of the Nativity, travelers must also visit the 'Land of Olives and Vines', a hiking trail through ancient Roman terraces, and the desert Monastery of Ma Saba: just for a glimpse of the area's long and rich cultural history. Solimar is currently working to create a master plan and strategic marketing plan for the Bethlehem governorate to make this location a competitive sustainable tourism destination.
10. Malawi
Get up close and personal with a rhino, lion, or giraffe in Malawi at one of its numerous wildlife reserves. The friendly, charming people and beautiful, varied landscapes are wonderful attractions for any traveler.
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