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Saturday, March 27, 2010
Tourists flock to 'Jesus's tomb' in Kashmir , India
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Jesus is reputed to be buried in this run-down shrine in the Kashmir capitalA belief that Jesus survived the crucifixion and spent his remaining years in Kashmir has led to a run-down shrine in Srinagar making it firmly onto the must-visit-in India tourist trail.
In the backstreets of downtown Srinagar is an old building known as the Rozabal shrine.
It's in a part of the city where the Indian security forces are on regular patrol, or peering out from behind check-posts made of sandbags.
There are still occasional clashes with militants or stone-throwing children, but the security situation has improved in recent times and the tourists are returning.
When I first searched for Rozabal two years ago, the taxi circled around a minor Muslim tomb in a city of many mosques and mausoleums, the driver asking directions several times before we found it.
The shrine, on a street corner, is a modest stone building with a traditional Kashmiri multi-tiered sloping roof.
A watchman led me in and encouraged me to inspect the smaller wooden chamber within, with its trellis-like, perforated screen.
Through the gaps I could see a gravestone covered with a green cloth.
When I returned to the shrine recently though, it was shut - its gate padlocked because it had attracted too many visitors.
The reason? Well, according to an eclectic combination of New Age Christians, unorthodox Muslims and fans of the Da Vinci Code, the grave contains the mortal remains of a candidate for the most important visitor of all time to India.
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Spring in New York City can feel electric. As the city begins to thaw and the days get longer, New York seems to swell as people escape their apartments for a sunny spot in Sheep Meadow or a glass of wine at a sidewalk cafe. If you find some time when you're not working on your next great design and want to take advantage of the warmer temps, here are six ways you can enjoy New York City in the spring.
Visit the Sakura Matsui Cherry Blossom Festival
Every spring when its 220 cherry trees are in full bloom, the Brooklyn Botanic Garden hosts a weekend long festival in celebration. The cherry blossom festival isn't just a great way to get outside and take Instagram-worthy flower snaps, it's also a celebration of Japanese culture with Taiko drummers, J-rock bands, and a Japanese tea room. In 2018 the festival will be held on Saturday, April 28 and Sunday, April 29 from 10 am to 6 pm each day. Entrance is $30 for adults, $25 for students or seniors, and free for Brooklyn Botanic Garden members. For more information, check out the BBG website.
Take a walk on the High Line
What was once an elevated freight railroad line is now a beautiful park and public space on the west side of Manhattan. Running from Gansevoort Street in the Meatpacking District up through Chelsea to 34th Street, the High Line is home to various gardens, public art installations, and viewpoints. There are also plenty of food and drink vendors- including People's Pops, Blue Bottle Coffee, and Melt Bakery- if you feel hungry.
Watch a baseball game
There's nothing more American than a day out at a baseball game, especially in New York where people are passionate about their home teams. Tickets at Yankee Stadium start for as little as $10 leaving you with plenty of extra cash for a hot dog and some peanuts. If you're more of a Mets person, don't miss Free Shirt Friday.
Explore the city on two wheels
May is National Bike Month, and usually not too warm, which makes it the perfect time to explore New York City on two wheels. Central Park and Prospect Park are both good options for a leisurely, attraction-filled ride without having to deal with car traffic. You can rent a Citibike at either location ($12 for a day pass and unlimited 30 minute rides, $4 for each additional 15 minutes) or rent a bike for about $30 a day from various vendors.
Go for a ride on Coney Island
While it might still be too cold for a swim, Luna Park is open on weekends from 11 am to 7 pm starting March 24. Take a ride on the Cyclone, one of the oldest wooden roller coasters in the United States, admire the view from the top of the 150 foot Wonder Wheel, or get spun upside down and all around on the new Thunderbolt coaster. There's a charge for the rides, but entrance to Luna Park is free so you can still go take a look if you're not a thrill-seeker.
Rent a boat in Central Park
Rowing through Central Park Lake is an iconic New York activity. Grab some friends this spring, head to Loeb Boathouse, and explore the park from the water. Rental is $15 per hour plus $4 per each additional 15 minutes and a $20 deposit. Loeb Boathouse accepts cash only, so make sure you stop at an ATM on the way. Each row boat holds four people.
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Clauw and his colleagues use a technique called functional imaging, which allows scientists to look at how different areas of the brain function when people are given painful stimuli. What they have found is that for the same amount of damage or inflammation in the peripheral tissues, a fibromyalgia patient would feel significantly more pain than the average person. Patients with fibromyalgia can also experience pain throughout their entire body even without any damage or inflammation of the peripheral tissues.
"We think that one of the primary abnormalities in fibromyalgia is an imbalance between the levels of neurotransmitters in the brain that affect pain sensitivity," Clauw says. With this knowledge, new treatments are being developed to combat the condition's symptoms. "Although right now there are no drugs approved to treat fibromyalgia, within three years it its likely that there will be three, if not four, drugs specifically approved to treat the condition," he says.
These drugs fall into two general classes. One class raises the levels of neurotransmitters that normally stop the spread of pain, while another class lowers the levels of neurotransmitters that normally increase the spread of pain.
The American College of Rheumatology estimates that about 3 percent of Americans suffer from fibromyalgia, but Clauw notes that this may not accurately reflect the number of people with this condition. "It's widely agreed that their definition is very restrictive. In fact, it's probably more like 5 or 6 percent of Americans," he says.
There are other misunderstandings about fibromyalgia. Some physicians believe that its symptoms are all psychological. "The doctors say, 'Well it's all in your head, you just need to get some extra rest and you'll be fine, toughen up,'" Josephine remembers. Another misconception about the disease is that it is caused by inflammation in the muscles. Doctors now know that neither of these theories is true. "This is not an inflammatory disorder and this is not a primary psychological condition," Clauw clarifies. "Pain is always a subjective matter, but everything that we can measure about the pain in fibromyalgia shows that it is real."
Unfortunately, patients are often misdiagnosed as having disorders such as rheumatoid arthritis, chronic fatigue syndrome, or irritable bowel syndrome. Fibromyalgia has no definitive diagnosis, so doctors must rely on a patient's medical history and symptoms when diagnosing the illness, excluding conditions that might cause similar amounts of widespread pain.
The condition's cause is still unknown, although it is probably a combination of genetics and environment. "A person is about eight times more likely to develop fibromyalgia if one of their relatives has it," says Clauw. "But there are also certain environmental triggers. For example, people develop fibromyalgia after motor vehicle accidents, or after certain types of infections or biological stress," he continues. Although the disease is more common in women, there are no real demographic factors that can predict its development.
Clauw recommends that anyone who experiences pain or fatigue that is severe enough to inhibit day to day functioning seek medical attention, even if the symptoms have only lasted a couple of days. "It's better to get medical attention and appropriate treatment early for this condition," he says.
As for Josephine, maintaining a positive attitude and acknowledging and accepting the disease has helped her live a more normal life. "I know that I will always have this disease, but now I see myself as a survivor," she says.
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1943. The boys are off to war. On the homefront, an all-female theatre troupe comes to town, presenting Shakespeare's epic tale.
Some BRIEF thoughtsby Pink Lady
Thursday, June 6, 2002
I saw Henry V because I was intrigued by the concept. I was not disappointed. I enjoyed the show thoroughly, thought there were weak points and strong points in the show and in the cast, and I personally liked Ms. Jurgen's performance, overall. Yes, the scene changes were long. But whatever. The last ACT production I saw, "Zorro", was a rough experience. This was quite nice. I would (and have) recommend this play to friends, if they like Shakespeare. It's a well-done play. Kudos. I'd write more, but I don't have the same amount of time on my hands as some other people. Go see it. [POST A COMMENT REGARDING THIS REVIEW]
Cheap Shot by Dedalus Okay, sometimes my lunch hours get Waaaaayyyyy too boring. I just feel that if a group is going to all this time and expense to mount a production, the LEAST I can do is take the time to thoughtfully pontificate on my response to them.;-)))Brad, Pedant-at-Large
The Real Story on Henry V: Acting and Conceptsby JaniceRuthWeatherly
Thursday, June 6, 2002
When they boys are away, the women will play! And they play extremely well in this thought provoking version of Henry V. Unlike the other reviewer of this show, I was totally sold on the "40's" concept. After glancing at a patriotic lobby display that contained many old advertisements asking women to "take an active role on the home-front," I took my seat to the tune big band music and old radio commercials. Suddenly, the giddy Victory Bells ran into the theater "because the train was late" carrying trunks, rushing to get ready for the show, and visiting with audience members. During intermission, I browsed through the World War II themed books in the lobby as more big band music poured from the theater. And, at the end of the show, the Victory Bells asked us to "Buy Bonds" and then began to pack-up for their next stop on the home-front tour. I thoroughly enjoyed this concept, and I think that having more appearances of the Victory Bells would have had a negative effect on the play. The Victory Bells are trained professionals after all (as one may see from their "bio's"), and abiding by older (typically less realistic) styles of acting usually just serves to annoy rather than please contemporary audiences. As this concept was executed, every line forced me to question the nature of war, patriotism, and gender roles. Hats off to director, Angela Tonn, for making me really think. Performances in this production were generally outstanding. If acting is re-acting, then Jennifer Dersin should win the prize. As the Boy, the Constable, and a Conspirator, she consistently conveyed multiple layers of thoughts and emotions. Often, I was simply unable to remove my eyes from her stunning performance. Ana Moreira was both hilarious and touching as Captain Fluellen. Her broad brogue and large presence made this character delightful. Rachel Garner smoothly switched between the sweet Katherine, the evil conspirator, the angered French duke, the sarcastic herald, and the inviting Chorus in an impeccable display of range. Candace Holdorf achieved a similar feat, switching between the lovable, intellectually challenged, nonsense-talking Nym, the scheming conspirator, and the down-right evil, manipulative, and murderous Dauphin. The cast as a whole was generally very talented and worked well as an ensemble. So, why only four stars? I was rather dissatisfied by one performance. And, unfortunately, this was the performance given by Kimberly Jurgen in the role of Henry. Jurgen spent the play endlessly and meaninglessly dragging through her lines. On the rare occasions that she did seem to understand what she was saying, her physical and vocal character choices were either bland or just plain strange (literally WHISPERING "Once more into the breech!"). In short, I sat appalled and offended by the obvious lack of thought behind her character as she blankly stared into space during yet another "dramatic pause." Overall, I did enjoy this performance of Henry V, and I recommend it highly. There are many artful momments in this show that simply should not be missed! [POST A COMMENT REGARDING THIS REVIEW]
Some More Thoughts by Dedalus You make some good points, and, I think, a lot of our disagreement about performances stems more from our own subjective responses than anything else. Some things that came to me after reading your review --(1) If, following the 40's concept to its logical conclusion of using the acting style of the time would be distracting to a contemporary audience (and you're no doubt right about that), is that the right concept to use? Personally, keeping the 40's concept to hair styles, costume styles and make-up styles would have done the trick for me (if you've ever seen period movies made in the 40's, you can always place them there by their look).(2) Maybe what hurt it for me was the set-up -- the lobby and pre-show music so set up the expectation that the follow-through just didn't meet it for me.(3) I too enjoyed the many-levelled attitudes toward war. Unfortunately, again, they were wrong for the period -- the 40's were a time of gung-ho patriotism, and, an ambivalent attitude towards war (especially from a USO troupe) would not have been too well received. One need only see Olivier's film of Henry to see what I mean. On the other hand, the gender-role themes were right-on: it was, after all, the time of "Rosie the Riveter" and the first acceptance of women in traditional male roles. -- Brad
What Might Have Beenby Dedalus
Tuesday, June 4, 2002
There is an excellent 5-step process that can be used if your aim is to frustrate an audience:(1) Start with an excellent concept, but neglect to follow through on it.(2) Cast an group of excellent actresses into multiple roles, but ensure that they each perform one of their roles badly.(3) Design a modular, adaptable set, but spend far too much time arranging the pieces �just so.�(4) Have the actress in the main role perform it well, except for the role�s two �set piece� highlights.(5) At the end, remind the audience of the wonderful concept you started with, but neglected through most of the evening.It is with regret that I must report that Atlanta Classical Theatre�s all-female �Henry V� seems to have followed these steps, with the expected results. I had such high hopes for this show, and, indeed, there is much about it that works well. Unfortunately, there are also too many missed opportunities, and too many cases of unfortunate choice-making.I love the idea of a group of USO actresses touring the country in the middle of WWII, performing Shakespeare. The opening, with the actresses arriving at the theatre �late,� and introducing themselves in a cacophony of improvisation and preparation, was beautifully realized. Yes, one actress had an anachronistic tattoo showing on her ankle, but I had to have this pointed out to me, so it was forgivable. Unfortunately, these characters, so brilliantly established in so short a time, disappeared completely once the actual Play began. At no time throughout the performance did I have the sense that these were 40�s characters playing these roles. There was no attempt to re-create the Shakespearean styles popular in the 40�s and no attempt (apart from one or two distressed seams) to make the costumes look as if they came from the bottom of a touring trunk. Where were the stagehands needed to set the scenes? Where were the character wigs, essential for any repertory company of the time (a glaring omission when the �white-haired� Erpingham stands there with unblemished black hair).It was as if the company liked the idea of an all-female �Henry V,� established a prologue to justify it, then performed it as if the prologue had never happened. The idea of an all-female Henry does work � this most testosterone-soaked work becomes highly ironic when performed by women, especially when one of the plot points is the validity of female inheritance. To be sure, some cross-gender moments were excellent, especially the final wooing scene between Henry and Katherine. It didn�t matter that we were seeing two women � we believed them as characters. If the goal was simply an all-female show, wouldn�t it have been more artistically honest to just do it, rather than to establish a conceptual justification, then pretend that the justification didn�t exist?Generally speaking, the casting provided mixed results. I would have liked to have seen a few older actresses mixed in. The idea of Henry being young and manipulated by his older relatives and counselors was completely lost by having all the actresses of similar ages. Specifically speaking, I was also frustrated by the mixed performances of the group. Candice Holdorf made a wonderfully dimensional Dauphin, but she missed the point entirely of the humors-obsessed Nym, playing him as a lisping coward (yes, Nym is a coward, but he is much a braggart as Pistol). Jennifer Dersin had some beautifully contrasting moments as the young boy and as the experienced Constable, but disappeared entirely in her traitor role (Grey). In fact, the entire traitors scene was drained of suspense and provided another missed opportunity. Rachel Garner was marvelous as the Chorus and the French-speaking Katherine, but her Mountjoy never went deeper than a surface sneer. And Ana Moreira chose a bad music-hall Scottish accent for her Welsh Fluellen, but was fine as Canterbury and Burgundy.In the title role, A.C.T. artistic director Kimberly Jurgen hit most of the moments perfectly. Unfortunately, her two misses were Henry�s defining moments � the �Once More Unto the Breach� speech at Harfleur and the St. Crispian�s Day speech before the final Agincourt battle. These two speeches show Henry becoming the King he needs to be � they rouse his armies and show him to be a leader to be respected. Ms. Jurgen performed them as if she were lecturing a hall of bored students. She had a few moments of including the audience in her army � more of that would have been welcome. It may also have been a staging issue � these should have been moments with the entire cast on stage being roused from fear and inertia and being transformed into an army. The presentation and the reaction failed to do any of this. I would not have followed this king into a forest, let alone into a battle.The set started out as a bare floor, but was soon filled with the actress�s travelling trunks and suitcases. These trunks were re-arranged to create the sets and suggest the scenes. While this is a very 2002 concept and not at all 1940�s, it still should have worked. Unfortunately, each scene had its own very specific arrangement, and great care (and TIME!) was spent making them �just so.� I have no doubt that some of the changes were to cover costume-changes, but a better solution (or execution) was sorely needed. Was it absolutely necessary to arrange 5 trunks into a circle for Katherine�s scene with her servant, when a single trunk (or even a bare stage) would have worked as well (if not better)?And the fight scenes were also a mixed bag. They were carefully choreographed and rehearsed, and came across as choreographed and rehearsed. They had no spontaneity, no anger, no fear, no sense that this was a real battle we were witnessing. Granted, the closeness of the audience contributed a safety factor that necessitated care, but, again, I couldn�t help feeling there should have been a better solution. What did work was the Dauphin�s cold-hearted execution of the boy. But, this wasn�t a fight, it was a murder.So, I apologize for the length of this. I went into this show with such high expectations, which seemed to have been met by the glorious opening sequence. Good concepts are a treasure, and A.C.T. is to be commended for it. Unfortunately, a mediocre performance of a fine concept results in a mediocre evening in the theatre. The shout of �Buy Bonds� at the end of the curtain call only served to remind me of what should have been. -- Brad Rudy (email@example.com) [POST A COMMENT REGARDING THIS REVIEW]


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The World Series of Poker keeps packing them in for the main event, and Tuesday was no different. On day 1B, more of the top names in the poker world started their tournament, and Phil Laak is positioning himself nicely to make a run into day two.
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Facebook is constantly evolving, so keep abreast of the changes. It's important your campaign is updated, if subscribers start using new features when they are available. You should try out features even if you don't know whether or not you have subscribers that are using them yet.
When you lack inspiration, turn to your fans. For instance, if you have a specific marketing idea, see what your customers think about it. This will give you useful advice free of cost.
Avoid saving up your activity on Facebook and unloading an onslaught in a single day. Space it out over the course of the day for best results. If you overwhelm people, they won't read it all.
Your Facebook posts should be interesting, relatively short and have a focused topic. Add a visual, like a picture or a graph, as well. If you do the picture right, it will quickly communicate more about your business than regular updates will. You want a clean page that is easy to read. "Like" any comments your followers make.
One or two daily posts are all that is necessary. Don't overdo it. A couple of posts are not bad, but spamming the page will make people unhappy.
As is clear now, Facebook can be a wonderful way for you to market your company. You can show so many people what you can offer them. Keep the tips you've learned here in mind as you plan and execute your Facebook marketing plan. So what are you waiting for? Get out there and start promoting yourself!


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The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) released a new notification on Monday, 26 September, for Common Graduate Level Examination (CGLE).
The notice reads:
"Candidates who appeared in CGLE 2016 were allowed to make representations against answers on payment of Rs. 100 per answer, till 5:00 pm on 26.9.2016 (today). Candidates who have, through the facility provided on Commission's websites, applied for making representation(s) against answers and made payment by 5:00 pm on 26.9.2016 but have not been able to make representation(s) will be able to make representation(s) from 10:00 am on 28.9.2016 (Wednesday) to 5:00 pm on 29.9.2016 (Thursday) through the same facility," states the notice.
The SSC CGL exam results 2016 for the Tier 1 exam is expected to be declared sometime next week. The results will be announced on official website ssc.nic.in.
Also Read: RRB NTPC result 2016: 2.5 lakh+ candidates to qualify for 2nd stage exam, says railway official
The answer key for SSC CGL 2016 was released on 21 September, 2016 along with the candidates' response sheet.
For the first time ever, the SSC CGL exams were held in online mode between 27 August to 11 September. Over 25 lakh candidates applied for the exam while 14 lakh candidates appeared in the SSC exam.
Here's how you can check you response sheet and correct answers:
1) Log in to ssc.nic.in
2) Click on the 'CGL Examination 2016 - Notice for candidates' link.
3) At the bottom of the page, you'll find a link to check response sheets, correct answers and submission of representations'. Click this.
4) You'll be taken to a new login page. Key in your user Id and password.
5) The complete response sheet and correct responses will appear on the screen
Also Read: RRB NTPC Result 2016: When will results be declared? By 14 October, says Railway Board


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UCLH Charity is taking part in World Oral Health Day (20th March). Here's how you can show support.
Today is World Oral Health Day – an opportunity to talk about NHS dental services that help patients to accomplish a healthy smile.
For some patients who are born with abnormalities, achieving oral health requires dental expertise and assistance. The Eastman Dental Hospital at UCLH has been providing comprehensive oral health services with a focus on specialised treatment for over 60 years and is currently treating around 85,000 outpatients annually. The centre helps patients like Joe Palmer, featured at the bottom of this page. Joe has a rare condition called hypodontia which means that when he loses his baby teeth, many will not grow back and he will require implants. Joe is receiving the help that he needs from the Eastman Dental Hospital at UCLH and is very happy with the support he has received so far.
We want to make these services even better to help more patients like Joe, and are currently in the process of building a new facility which will bring together the services offered at the EDA with those offered at The Royal National Throat, Nose and Ear. The facility will be on Huntley Street, in close proximity to our main hospitals and décor will match the overall modern feel of UCLH.
We need your support to make this facility the best it can be. Your funding could provide more cheerful and comforting environment for patients which could help improve the hospital experience for patients.
Funding could also provide play areas and facilities for children at the hospital. Play can significantly reduce anxiety for children and make hospitals seem friendlier and less scary.
Read more or donate to the fund here.
"Hello my name is Joe Palmer.
I am an ordinary 14-year old boy. I live in East Sussex with my parents and two brothers. I love all sports, with my favourites being hockey and cricket.
I suffer from hypodontia, a relatively rare condition which means I have don't have adult teeth growing behind my baby teeth. In my case, I'm missing ten adult teeth so when some of my baby teeth do eventually fall out, there won't be anything coming behind to replace them. I need special braces and, in time, I will apparently need teeth implants.
As my case was so special, I was referred to the Eastman Dental Hospital and have been going every six weeks for three years. At first I was looked at by a number of consultants from different parts of the hospital who thought about how they could all help me. But for most of the time I have been seeing a lovely consultant called Priti Acharya.
I struggle from heightened anxiety. When I first started my hospital visits, I would even cry at the thought of what Priti might have to do but she has helped me get through this. She has an incredible way of talking to me throughout my treatment. She's always been so thoughtful and patient and she always helps to make me smile. We talk a lot about cricket.
Priti knows that I have to travel about two hours each way for each appointment. This is tiring for both mummy and me and it means that I have to miss a lot of school. Priti always makes sure that I am comfortable and that we get the most out of each visit.
I would suggest to anyone who is offered the chance to be treated at the Eastman to take the opportunity straight away. Although it has been tough and there is still a very long way to go, I know how incredibly lucky I am as without their help, I wouldn't be able to smile or eat properly and I'd have no confidence. My life would be very difficult."
Raising funds to make our new centre for the treatment of ear, nose, throat and oral conditions the very best it can be.


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Instant Pot 101 with Ivy Manning
Instant Pot 101 with Ivy Manning
If you are one of the many new owners of an Instant Pot, this class is for you! This class will teach you how to love your Instant Pot, in 6 ingredients or less.
Led by Ivy Manning, author of numerous cookbooks, including TWO specifically on Instant Pot cookery. Ivy will reveal all of the secrets of this amazing piece of technology, and show us how to move beyond just rice and beans on the pressure cook setting! As an added bonus, each participant will also receive a copy of Ivy's book, Instant Pot Miracle: 6 Ingredients or Less .
We'll cover several dishes, with some demo and some hands-on opportunities.
What to Expect:
Welcome nibbles and a glass of wine, beer or Good Wolf water kefir.
Recipes to include:
Rosemary Focaccia with Warm Cannellini Mushroom Topping
One Pot Spicy Chicken and Quinoa Black Bean Burrito Bowls
One Pot Tuna Nicoise Penne
Homemade Greek Yogurt & Vanilla Yogurt Raspberry Parfaits
Each student will go home with a copy of Ivy's Instant Pot Miracle: 6 Ingredients or Less
Many more tips and ticks and time for Q&A.
Additional drinks available for purchase.
PLEASE NOTE: No need to bring your own Instant Pot, unless you'd like to learn on your specific model.


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The third Monday of each month takes us to Deluxe Brewing in Albany! Class is held in Deluxe's taproom. Plan on staying and enjoying a pint after class - and feel free to bring snacks or food for your post-class meal while you enjoy your beer.
This detox + retox class, led by Yoga + Beer instructors Jenni Harper, Cait Gill or Amy Singh of Urban Yoga, Oregon is all an all-levels flow yoga class. After class, yogis are invited to stay, enjoy a delicious beer!
Things to know:
$15 for Yoga + Beer. $10 for Yoga Only.
Please arrive 5-10 minutes early, if possible.
Please bring your own mat if you can, although we always have extras to borrow.
Feel free to bring a post-class snack, as the taproom does not have food available.
Due to class location, 21+ only
Please review the refund policy before registering.


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Its a busy week Of racing this week.
Crit road racing at the track Sign on from 5.50 with race start at 6.00 These races are open to U8s born 2011. U10s, U12s and older with races for up to U16s
These races are predominantly for road bikes but mountain bikes are welcome in the younger age groups.
This is a series of 7 races finishing 29th July
Flyers!! Sign on from 5.50 races start 6.15 The sun and cakes will be out.
Crit races at Delancey This is open to children aged 9 and above with road bikes only There is also adult races including an open event so if any parents fancy a go at crit racing Please turn up and register
The first ever Fermain Valley Hill Climb
Firstly at 7.30am We have the first ever Fermain Hillclimb, please sign on at the link below, this will be open to all age categories including under 12's. Entries will be accepted up to 6pm on the Saturday before the Hill climb.
Parking for this event is at the old Chalet car park. Cars parked at owners risk and everybody should be parked by 7.10am so riders can practice on the hill.
Click here to register for the hill climb
Later on we have the next round of the MTB Summer series at 9am at Delancey park. Kids racing from Age 8 and above must have 24" wheels and adults after.


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VIDEO: Egg Retrievals Gone Wrong. What Happened?/
This short video shows how I determine what went wrong in an egg retrieval.Read More
Tasha Blasi is an IVF and fertility coach and founder of the Fertilitites Unite Project (FU Project). She creates customized blueprints for women trying to conceive. Most of her clients are doing IVF, IUI, or have had multiple miscarriages.
FU-TV is an accumulation of videos and blogs that will help you learn and laugh about the insanity which is our fertility journey.
This short video shows how I determine what went wrong in an egg retrieval.Read More
So if going through fertility treatments were not enough some of my clients have to deal with their in-laws, parents, or friends who don't believe in IVF due to religious reasons. They say it's unnatural, playing God, or just "against God's will."
Let's go there and discuss religion and IVF. Specifically, does research suggest that God is for or against IVF?
Emma Brodzinski, Founder of Positive Fertility Magazine (https://emmabrodzinski.com/magazine/) interviewed me for the launch of her magazine. In these videos (that were converted to an article) I share what I do as a Fertility/ IVF consultant, why I started the FU Project, and my secrets to my 100% success rate.Read More
When you are going through fertility treatments and with a group of women that is also going through treatments, it's now easy to share that you are pregnant (since they are not yet.) Here is a guide to sharing your good news and empower your friends that are still in their journey.Read More
Quick lesson on when to do IUI and when to skip it.Read More
RESOLVE: National Infertility Association is celebrating National Infertility Awareness Week (NIAW) and the theme is "Flip the Script." This video will give you strategies for how you can flip the script that you have created about your own fertility journey.Read More
I have seen relationships change and even end over one's fertility journey. Here is a quick guide on how to maintain both your friendships and your fertility journey.Read More
Once upon a time, there was a woman named Ova who had spent years trying to get pregnant.Read More
Quick strategy for when you start to get jealous of someone's fertility journey.Read More
What you can do to set up your best holiday season yet.Read More
Baby-Making sex is the least sexy sex. Here is my story of the worst sex of my life.Read More
Here is a quick guide for any friends or family members that have someone in their lives with fertility issues.Read More
I created this new video as a reminder that men with low sperm count have HUGE...hearts. HA!!
But seriously, male fertility issues are even more taboo than female, and very common. 40% of the fertility issues also involved the male partner.
In THIS VIDEO I address how my husband and I handled his low sperm count.
[To the melody of JayZ's, "99 problems"] If you're having kid problems I feel bad for you son, I got 99 eggs, but a blast ain't one. F-ME!
Want to get answers to questions that are unanswerable? This is where Isabelle Otero comes in. She is a psychic healer and is able to "get messages" to answer our biggest questions.
I ask her questions for anyone going through a tough fertility journey such as, "Have you ever seen a baby after a miscarriage?" I wanted to know because I had one and wonder what the purpose of that life coming into to me for such a short time meant. I could hardly get the question out without tearing up.
My first person essay on my journey to parenthood was published by Motto. Click here for essay.Read More
This post is rated R for content and language.Read More
When I hear that insurance companies will not pay for IVF or for fertility treatments, I say FU! Fertilitites Unite that is.Read More
Getting pregnant with IVF is biologically very similar to getting pregnant naturally. Here is a chart to highlight the similarities and differences.Read More
Tasha Blasi is a Fertility/IVF Coach, patient advocate, Founder of the Fertilitites Unite Project (FU Project), and Mother of two very expensive children. Hudson was round 2 of IVF and Mila round 10 of IVF. After completing her family, she used her experience as well as her background in sciences to solve what gets in the way of a successful pregnancy. All of the answers fell into four categories: science, environment, mindset, and support.Her program, the FU Project Workshop, provides a customized blueprint for any woman trying to get or stay pregnant. She is a must-call for anyone doing or considering IVF. Her success rates are 100% with a maximum of two embryo transfers before a healthy pregnancy for any of her clients and she guarantees her work. Call her for a free fertility strategy session so you could learn what could be keeping you from getting or staying pregnant. You can sign up for one at www.tashablasi.com/connect.


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My husband and I have been dealing with Rob pretty much since he opened his shop. He is a delight to deal with - has wonderful ideas, is happy to share his knowledge on gems and is innovative with his designs. His prices are very competetive. He has crafted a number of pieces for us, and every one is spectacular. We have recommended Rob to family members and friends, and every one who has dealt with him has been pleased.
We wouldn't dream of dealing with any one else for our jewellery 'needs'. Thanks Rob for all the beautiful things you have crafted for us to date , and we look forward to see what the future brings.


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Officially an MFA Candidate now! This week I met with my committee to discuss my work from the last year, as well as my future plans for my capstone MFA Exhibition. In order to continue on to that final work, I must first be granted authorization - which I was! Below is my set up in Gallery 7 which was on view for a few days. Onward and upward.
What a Friday! Just returned from Chicago, where I attended the opening of All have the same breath at The University of Illinois-Chicago's Gallery 400. I have a piece - Wane, 2018 - featured in the exhibition, the result of a year-long collaboration project between myself, a few other artists (including the talented and kind Robert Lundberg), and researchers in the Geography Department at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. The project and resulting exhibition was supported in part the Humanities Without Walls Consortium. Scientists and artists from Illinois, Wisconsin, and around the world were invited to participate - you can read more about the project here.
I was alerted to the opportunity to be a part of this exhibit through Terra Incognita, an ecologically-minded humanities initiative here at UW. I automatically jumped at the chance, as I have always wanted to work with scientists - it was one of the reasons I chose Madison for grad school! In addition to being a Research I University, Madison was a seed bed for the modern environmentalist movement and the resources here are rich for learning about land, agriculture, geography, biology, and more.
The research group I was paired with studied the effects of hydroelectric damning, particularly in Cambodia, and all the regulatory issues, politics, and ironies that come with such a practice in the anthropocene. A sincere thanks to Ian Baird and Nathan Green for their research and resources throughout the process, as well as LauraLee Brott for her amazing cartography skills. I have inherited a whole new vocabulary and pile of research documents on current environmental affairs (Carbon credits! CDMs! International Rivers documents!) which has given me keener insight into current global-environmental issues.
I'm exceptionally bummed that I could not make it out to the 2019 ECU Material Topics Symposium - I've always wanted to go! I'm knee-deep in my graduate studies at the moment, so there will be no travel until summer rolls around. However, a few of my Joshua Tree pieces and images are in North Carolina on my behalf, courtesy of my inclusion in the Ephemeral Archived exhibit at the Emerge Gallery in Greenville. The opening reception was also last night, and eternal thanks to the awesome Jane Ritchie for snapping some photos for me. So elated to be a part of such a neat exhibit for a linchpin event for American art jewelry.!
Got word this month that I'll be teaching a pendant casting workshop at Wheelhouse Studios in the UW-Madison University Union this March. Wheelhouse Studios provides an open art studio for the campus community to create and learn, and has a fantastic little metals lab. More information soon!
Forge, Form, Fabricate
I'd like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Southern Illinois Metalsmiths Society for the recent inclusion of my piece Strain (along with pieces by my UW peers and friends Chloe Darke and Luc Pointon), in their 2018 Forge, Form, Fabricate exhibition. In addition to this, I was recognized with an award for third place in the juried portion. I wish I could make it down to Carbondale to see the exhibit, however for those of you who can it will be up in the University Museum through October 31st.
I am now . . .
The official holder of a Certificate in Museum Studies from Northwestern University! It came in the mail today - it took about a year to finish, but the experiences I had completing it were great for my skill repertoire. While completing two credential-granting programs at the same time was stressful, the knowledge I gathered from both played off of each other and gave me a rounder, more varied perspective about art today. Maker. Curator. Visitor. Educator. Administrator. Historian. Doer.
Summer Days Are Waning
Two weeks until I return to school to start my second year of graduate school - I'm stunned that time continues to slip away. As I scramble to finish the multitude of projects that I slated myself to finish this summer and chide myself for not getting more done, I have to reflect on what I actually DID do this summer. To be fair to myself, I accomplished a lot!
I managed to pull together an early (and much needed) summer vacation to Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and New York with my daughter to visit my partner in Cape Cod in May - we relaxed on the coast, enjoyed an encaustic symposium in Provincetown, went to NYC to see Heavenly Bodies at The Cloisters and The Met proper, visited the MFA-Boston, Salem, Sienna Patti, checked out Anselm Kiefer's new show at MassMoca, saw old friends in PVD, and visited my most beloved aunt in Oakham. It was my daughter's first time seeing the ocean and it was a trip we will never forget.
Upon returning, it was time to work. In addition to teaching and making this summer, I was awarded a small grant for research late in the Spring semester, so I used the funds to travel north to the upper Michigan peninsula for field work. I spent the weekend studying the material culture of the Finnish and mining cultures of the region, visiting museums, sweating it out in saunas, and eating pasties along the way. On my last day, I joined up with a group of UW-Madison Folklore students also researching in the area, and we attended the annual Juhannus festival. There was Finnish food, dancing, beer, and a spectacular Midsummer bonfire in Toivola.
Finally, my fellow grad Chloe Darke and myself were awarded scholarships to attend a workshop at Pocosin Arts School of Fine Craft in North Carolina. For a week we refined our smithing skills alongside Maia Leppo creating steel jewelry pieces and samples. We also enjoyed the swamp and its resident spiders, ate lots of Peruvian and Mexican chow, saw amazing enamel work, and visited the local junk shops (where I found an amazing antique steel greyhound muzzle, which I kept on my bench throughout the class). There may have been a trip to the outer banks for some legitimate beach time as well . . . On our last day, we drove to Norfolk, VA and visited my buddy Jane Ritchie, who took us for to superb sushi and local brews. The utmost of thanks to Pocosin for gifting us the time and space to work, as well as all the new connections.
It really has been a summer to remember.
PEOPLE Program
Tomorrow is my last day teaching for the P.E.O.P.L.E. Program for the summer, and Friday is my students' graduation. My heart is bursting with pride - I had the privilege of working with three bright, compassionate, and inquisitive interns as a resource for their professional development. Through these past four weeks, we worked through what it means to study art and be an artist in today's world.
In addition to going through a smorgasbord of professional practices curricula, we also discussed generational differences and technology - espicially how they affect art perceptions and making. We looked at contemporary art every day, read articles about fear and sight, and conditioned our minds on writing and speaking about art. We hosted guess speakers (including ONOH, Anwar Floyd-Pruitt, and Yvette Pino), explored the Art and Design/Art Education/Art History Departments at UW-Madison, visited local museums as well as the Kohler Art Library. We also rounded everything out with a little making - below are some images of their final portrait projects and statement.
P.E.O.P.L.E. Program in a precollege pipeline program for low incomes students and students of color which serves as one of the many initiatives inspired by The Wisconsin Idea. Participating students are selected from schools around Wisconsin and after a rigorous application process, years of participation, and eventual completion of the program are given a healthy scholarship to UW. I feel a strong commitment to both serve as a mentor to young adults wanting to study art and give my services to programs which help to open up and diversify conduits that lead to robust employment in art and museum work, as there is much work to be done in those areas to repair and rebuild those traditionally exclusive spaces. I can't thank the organization enough for their trust and experience.
ARTIST STATEMENT: Looking at the work of Richard Prince, Cindy Sherman, and contemporary Instagram makeup shots, we created interpretive portraits of famous artworks. We represented our generation while incorporating past influences which shaped art as we know it today. Our purpose was to showcase the changes in beauty standards throughout time and create a new type of contemporary portrait - DD, HH, ML
Pleased to have a drawing included in the current Anonyme Zeichner exhibition, now on view at the Galerie im Körnerpark in Berlin. This is the first time I've officially shown work abroad!
Anonyme Zeichner (Anonymous Drawings) is an annual exhibition organized by the incredible Anke Becker. I had the pleasure to work alongside Anke at a residency at Vermont Studio Center a couple years back. Each year, six hundred drawings are selected from artists around the world and displayed with all identities of the artists kept secret. Only upon the drawings' purchase is their identity revealed, and all works are priced the same. By doing this, many of the traditional hierarchical structures of the fine art gallery are eradicated. Vielen Dank to Anke for all her hard work on this juggernaut of a project. Wish I could jet off to Berlin to see it!
Anonyme Zeichner will be on view through September 19th.
Radical Jewelry Makeover: Wisconsin
When I first started working for SNAG as the conference intern a couple years ago, I learned about the Radical Jewelry Makeover project. Sponsored by Ethical Metalsmiths, RJM is a traveling initiative that partners with metalsmithing departments, local jewelers, and the community to transform unwanted jewelry into new pieces, then showcases them in an exhibition, the proceeds of which fund scholarships and Ethical Metalsmiths' vision of sustainable and informed craft.
I never could imagine that I would one day be able to take part in such a cool project, but this year RJM traveled to Wisconsin! Centered out of UW-Milwaukee, metalsmithing students from UW-Madison, UW-Stout, and UW-Whitewater were invited to create work. After an intense 2-week donation drive for jewelry, all the collected pieces were gathered up and dispersed to each program, and then the making began! A big thank you goes out to my coworker Chloe Darke, who spearheaded all administrative and marketing of the project in Madison. Some fruits of her labor can be seen here and here.
Last Friday was the opening of the RJM:WI exhibit, and we traveled to Milwaukee to enjoy the event. The Union Art Gallery team did a fantastic job of displaying all the work, and a performer was hired to recite some of the stories that donors shared about their old pieces. Awards were given, and I was presented a scholarship for creating a piece that won the "What I'd Most Like to Wear" category. Much thanks to juror/Ethical Metalsmiths director (and Madison grad!) Susie Ganch and the organizers, for that distinction.
It was a fantastic evening - we met metalsmithing professors and students from all over the region, and enjoyed the jewelry, food, drink, and conversation for several hours before leaving. There was much to celebrate, as many pieces sold the night of the exhibition. The show will be on view through May 11th, so there is plenty of time to visit. There is also an upcoming exhibition catalog, with a release date TBD.
Below are some images of work I made, a collaborative necklace from the UW-Madison metals department fabricated from melted down silver and gold jewelry, and snapshots of the show itself.
Instructor of Record? Instructor of Record.
Super psyched to report that I have been awarded a TA position for 2018-19! I'll be teaching sections of Art 108/208: Foundations of Contemporary Art to undergraduate students starting next fall semester, lecturing about the 20th century movements that inform the discussions and production of art today. UW-Madison undergrads, watch out! ;)
Touch Me, Baby: An Interactive Art Exhibition
I'm viciously behind in updating the news portion of the site, as grad school has been keeping me busy - however last month I had the pleasure of having a couple of my Bushcraft Collars featured in the Eau Claire-based guerrilla gallery ArtFly's Touch Me, Baby exhibition. All accepted works for this show were able to be touched, breaking down the traditional narrative of art experience and making it into something kinetic and tactile - and it looks like viewers had a lot of fun. Much thanks to Kelsey Wenberg for her hard work and initiative in pulling this show together. Images from the reception can be seen here, courtesy of VolumeOne.
Summer Classes at The Lawrence Arts Center
In July, I taught my last class at The Lawrence Arts Center for the foreseeable future. I'm forever thankful for the supportive community I found there, and I miss it already. Below are a few select images of work made this summer in my classes, including some pieces from "Metallurgy", "Metalheads", and "Rings, Rings, Rings" as well as an adult education workshop I ran titled "Alternative Materials in Jewelry."
Body of Work is Live
"An examination of work exploring the body within the contemporary art jewelry field"
It's finally here! So incredibly excited to have my work included in this exhibition, among many artists whom I greatly admire. Feeling so very grateful.
"Body of Work" is an exhibition resulting from the partnership between Google Cultural Institute and Baltimore Jewelry Center. It was recently launched alongside close to 200 other exhibitions from organizations from around the world as part of a larger global fashion project dubbed "We Wear Culture." The exhibition will be available indefinitely (and it's breathtaking)! I love this field, and "Body of Work" is a beautiful representation of the issues art jewelers are investigating today, presented in a sleek accessible format.
See "Body of Work" HERE.
SNAG: Nexus, and A Little Vacation Time
I'm still reeling from my trip to New Orleans for SNAG: Nexus! In addition to serving as the Portfolio Review Coordinator and enjoying all the brilliant content and exhibitions, I treated myself to some serious vacation time. We went to the NOMA and enjoyed the lovely Sculpture Garden in City Park, checked out the WWII Museum, the Backstreet Cultural Museum, as well as the Contemporary Art Center (which had a pair of killer solo exhibitions from Cecilia Vicuña and Senga Nengudi). We walked through Canal, Magazine, Frenchman, and Bourbon Streets, enjoying as many galleries and markets that we could. AND WE GOT TO SEE THE MUSEUM OF DEATH, as well as a few graveyards - slightly morbid treats that were right up my alley. Also, I highly suggest any metalhead and/or Russian food afficianato check out Siberia & KUKHNYA, which quickly became our regular dive while there.
New Orleans is a gorgeous city - I felt that I was in a little slice of Europe right here in my own country, especially with the amount of beautiful churches and city squares. Oh, and the food was magnificent.
Below are a few snapshots of the city, the conference, jewelry, and more. You can see more on my Instagram @caterichardsart
Until next time, NOLA!
Graduate School
While I've known for a couple months now, the reality is just now hitting me as I start to pack my things - I'm heading to graduate school! I was accepted into the University of Wisconsin-Madison's MFA Program (with a fellowship to boot!), and I'm still in a state of jubilant shock. It's the badger life for me for the next three years!
COTN Residency + crafthaus: Blog and Exhibition
Here it is! A couple weeks ago this thread was launched through the contemporary craft forum crafthaus - it includes essays by Casey Sheppard and myself about our time in Joshua Tree, and includes a digital exhibition of the work I created. Check it out! Big thanks to Brigitte Martin for her support and helping to organize this forum!
LAC Summer Workshop: Alternative Materials in Jewelry
Super psyched! I'll be teaching a 2-day adult workshop at The Lawrence Arts Center this summer - Alternative Materials in Jewelry, July 8th and 9th. We're going to look at the work of contemporary jewelers and learn the possibilities of materials like wood, acrylic, silicone, and more. I'll be giving demos on integrating such materials into our pieces alongside established jewelry fabrication techniques. An opportunity for your imagination to run wild! All experience levels welcome!
For more information and enrollment, visit https://ada.lawrenceartscenter.org/browseclasses
Vanguard Arts Awards
I'm a little late on this one, given that we just finished with a three-exhibition turnaround at the arts center AND I was just whisked away to New Orleans for SNAG: Nexus, but I recently was asked to judge the 3D component of the Vanguard Arts Awards for USD 497 in Lawrence. I adore being part of scholarship-granting initiatives for youth, so of course I was ecstatic about the invitation and accepted.
The public schools of Lawrence produce some of the most considered youth art that I have ever come across - every year at the annual USD 497 Exhibition I am blown away by the quality and technical capabilities of these young artists. Painting, illustration, digital media, photography, ceramics, and (YES) even metals pieces by students from Kindergarten through 12th Grade are on display. Their aptitude is a testament to the students' skill, teachers, and the arts-supportive community of Lawrence. Going to school in rural Kansas, which had a meager art program and little chance of scholarship, I am so very proud to be part of a nexus of support for these kids.
I and printmaker Tressa Jones judged the qualifying work and awarded 9 total awards to exceptional high-school artists and their mentors. My HUGE CONGRATULATIONS to the winners, which you can read about here.
Case of The Nomads Residency in Joshua Tree National Park
Last month I was selected as the inaugural resident artist for the new Case of The Nomads residency in Joshua Tree National Park, and I'm happy to report that I have just returned from southern California! After a week of living off the grid and making work responding to the harsh conditions I found myself in, it feels bittersweet to be home. I'm not going to say that I "found myself" in the desert, but I definitely emerged out of it a better artist than I was before. Certainly a much sandier artist than I was before, in any case.
There currently is a digital exhibition and write up featuring pieces I made in Joshua Tree in the works, with a tentative release date of within the month. It will be featured on crafthaus, and I couldn't be more excited. I will keep everyone updated when it's available for viewing!
Heidi Lynne Gluck + Cate Richards
The remarkable Heidi Lynne Gluck recently donned some of my work for a shoot, and the results are just beautiful. Below are a few select shots, expertly captured by photographer Dan Compton. Featured are the Foundation Necklace, Ore Collar, and copper Cairn Necklace.
Heidi is a fellow ArtistINC alumna and brilliant singer-songwriter, musician, producer, and is one-third of the band Some Girls. I encourage everyone to give her latest full-length solo album Pony Show a listen.


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I recently produced a series of videos for Greater Ohio Policy Center about city revitalization and to give you a teaser, here is the first video of the series:
I recently produced a series of videos for Greater Ohio Policy Center about city revitalization and to give you a teaser, here is the first video of the series:
For those of you who weren't able to make it for the webinar series this summer on how to redevelop commercial vacant properties and business districts in legacy cities, I've included the links to the archived webinars for your viewing pleasure!
This first webinar provides an overview of the first steps of any commercial revitalization process. These steps involve gaining an understanding the targeted property type and the specifics of its context, developing a plan for commercial revitalization that leverages the advantages of commercial vacant properties, and coordinating cross-sector partnerships around a framework for action. We also provide guidance on how to select an appropriate commercial vacant property reuse, maximizing the "match" between the property and its reuse.
The second webinar supplies tools and strategies that can be used to address the unique challenges of commercial real estate redevelopment. Additionally, strategies for motivating property owners to reuse commercial vacant properties and for gaining site control are covered. The webinar provides tools and strategies that, together, can help practitioners in a variety of contexts return commercial vacant properties to productive use.
Commercial revitalization requires the productive reuse of redeveloped spaces. This webinar lays out strategies and models for managing commercial districts in addition to specific methods for developing and attracting business tenants. Methods for developing existing businesses and attracting desirable new economic uses are described as part of implementing an overall business district management approach. The combination of commercial property redevelopment and long-term business support programs may increase the potential for successful commercial revitalization.
Since the costs of commercial vacant property demolition, clean-up and redevelopment can be prohibitively high, established and creative financing sources will be necessary to undertake each of these activities in the future-especially in weaker markets and legacy cities. Various sources of capital from the private, public, and non-profit sectors, as well as how they can be used, will be described in this webinar.
I presented these webinars in partnership with Greater Ohio Policy Center (GOPC) and the Ohio CDC Association during the Summer of 2015. In 2014, GOPC, in partnership with the German Marshall Fund of the U.S. and the Center for Community Progress, released the publication Redeveloping Commercial Vacant Properties in Legacy Cities: A Guidebook to Linking Property Reuse and Economic Revitalization. Utilizing the guidebook as the basis for these webinars, each webinar featured expert panelists with on-the-ground experience in webinar subject matter.
As reported by the Columbus Dispatch, Mayor Coleman of Columbus gave the following remarks at the Restoring Neighborhoods, Strengthening Economies Summit on June 9th:
"We need a state legislature that understands cities are economic engines, not economic drains," Coleman said during his keynote speech at the Greater Ohio Policy Center's summit on urban innovation and sustainable growth.
Coleman wants to see better public transit — both within cities and connecting Ohio's urban areas. He wants the state help to create more-walkable neighborhoods and fight blight, and he wants the legislature to renew a state fund to clean up polluted industrial sites so they can be redeveloped.
"We've come to the point where we need a statewide urban agenda," he said at the Westin Columbus hotel Downtown.
The Summit also included a plenary panel of leading mayors from across the state: Mayor Nan Whaley of Dayton, Mayor Paula Hicks-Hudson of Toledo, Mayor Randy Riley of Wilmington, and Mayor John McNally of Youngstown. Highlighting recent successes in their cities, the mayors struck an optimistic tone on the future of cities in Ohio and each noted the unique relationship their city had with its surrounding region and the state. Discussing challenges facing their cities—including the difficulty of blight and connecting workers to jobs and opportunity—the mayors cautioned that the state of Ohio could do more to support cities.
An urban agenda would support the revitalization of neighborhoods and cities throughout the state, help connect workers to employment centers, create vibrant communities of choice, and strengthen Ohio's economy.
Hundreds of American companies see unique competitive advantages to being located in a walkable downtown neighborhood. These locations are helping companies attract and retain talented workers, build their brand and corporate identity, support creative collaboration, be closer to partners, consolidate operations, and support triple-bottom line business outcomes.
Core Values: Why American Companies are Moving Downtown is a new report from Smart Growth America in partnership with Cushman & Wakefield and the George Washington University School of Business' Center for Real Estate and Urban Analysis. The report surveys nearly 500 companies that have moved to or expanded in walkable downtowns over the past five years, as well as interviews with 45 senior-level staff at those companies. The report sheds light on why these companies chose a walkable downtown and what they looked for when making their decision.
"These companies chose a walkable downtown location to help them better compete for talent and resources," said Geoff Anderson, President and CEO of Smart Growth America. "That tells us two things. First, that creating these kinds of places is a crucial economic development strategy for cities. And second, that companies which haven't considered a walkable location may be at risk of falling behind."
As of April 2015, Ohio had twenty-two county land banks in operation, which have revitalized hundreds of buildings, including residential homes, skyscrapers, historic theaters, and vacant factories, and have demolished over 15,000 blighted structures.
The Greater Ohio Policy Center's latest report, "Taking Stock of Ohio County Land Banks: Current Practices and Promising Strategies," places land banks in the larger context of community revitalization and highlights promising county land bank programs that have the potential to greatly contribute to sustainable economic and community redevelopment throughout Ohio. Continue reading
By Marianne Eppig and Samantha Dawson
Our nation and its legacy cities are facing an impending infrastructure crisis: water and sewer systems are failing and require reconstruction and modernization as soon as possible. Most of these water and sewer systems were built immediately following WWII, meaning that they are approaching the end of their useful life. In some places, the infrastructure is already beginning to fail, leading to water main breaks, housing floods, sewage overflows into the environment, and public health crises.
While the national bill to upgrade this infrastructure has been estimated at around $1 trillion, costs for addressing Ohio's existing water and sewer system deficiencies are estimated to be around $20.84 billion, according to the American Society of Civil Engineers.
To meet federal clean water mandates, cities must find ways to finance these needed infrastructure overhauls in short order. So far, many cities around Ohio have been ratcheting up water and sewer rates. The city of Akron, for example, has increased rates by 71% in one year. Other cities around Ohio have raised rates between 30% to 50% or more within the last two years.
Greater Ohio Policy Center is currently looking into other financial tools that can be used to restore Ohio's water and sewer infrastructure systems. We will be discussing these tools with a panel of experts at our upcoming 2015 Summit on June 9th during the following session:
Finding Solutions to Ohio's Water Infrastructure Challenges
Ohio cities, large and small, must address the critical behind-the-scenes challenge of modernizing their water and sewer infrastructure to avoid potential serious public health crises and environmental degradation, and to create capacity to attract and support businesses and residents. However, Ohio's cities are struggling to find ways to finance the complicated infrastructure overhauls needed to address these challenges, comply with federal mandates, and even support on-going maintenance. On this panel, experts will discuss the scope of these infrastructure challenges along with innovative financing approaches and sustainable solutions necessary for Ohio's cities to function smoothly and accommodate regrowth.
For more information about the Summit agenda and to register, click here.
Bruce Katz and Jennifer Bradley co-authored a new book, The Metropolitan Revolution, published by Brookings Institution Press. The book is about Northeast Ohio's revolution to become a network that sustains economic prosperity. Since the release, Katz and Bradley have been traveling across the nation on a tour, talking with reporters and stakeholders about the process underway around Cleveland. Below are some excerpts from their book.
"Metropolitan areas are so big, complicated and diverse that they don't need heroes. They need networks."
"Enter Voices and Choices, a two-year effort to develop a regional economic competitiveness agenda for Northeast Ohio. Throughout 2005 and 2006, the Fund connected with more than 20,000 residents of the region in one-on-one interviews, town meetings and workshops about the region's assets, challenges and priorities. With these insights gathered, Fund collaborators were able to distill four goals to guide regional action: business growth, talent development, racial and economic inclusion, and government collaboration and efficiency."
"Stakeholders in the region started BioEnterprise, a non-profit that helps inventors connect with experienced managers, venture capitalists, production facilities, other inventors, state and federal grants and whatever else they need to build their company."
"The Fund estimates that, during its first nine years, the work of its grantees helped add 10,500 jobs, $333 million in payrolls and $1.9 billion in investments to the region."
"Too many metros are still looking for the next Bill Gates, Michael Dell or Mark Zukerberg. But there is a growing appreciation for the power of networks, and we need look no further than Northeast Ohio to see why. These efforts to use networks to bring about a new economy – built on the foundations of the old economy – are aligned with powerful social, economic and cultural forces."
To listen to a podcast of Bruce Katz talk about the book and its findings on NPR's "All Things Considered," click here.


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Always Sharing
E. Excellers are always sharing the science of Nutritional Immunology and the benefits of E. EXCEL's whole plant food products. It's how we participate in Dr. Chen's mission to share health and knowledge. Occasionally, we may feel that we don't know enough to share this amazing information with others, especially someone who may seem more educated or more worldly. But remember, all you are doing is sharing the information already put forth by Dr. Jau-Fei Chen, the founder of E. EXCEL.
As a microbiologist and immunologist, Dr. Chen has already done the research, created the formulas, and produced the products according to the science of Nutritional Immunology. There is no need for you to duplicate her work! What you need to share with others is how the products have helped you, your belief in Nutritional Immunology, and the opportunities for better health and a richer life that E. EXCEL can provide.
If those you share with require more information, refer them to Dr. Chen's well-researched books on the subject, many of which are available on Amazon and other sites on the internet. Dr. Chen's work speaks for itself; you don't need to be an immunologist to experience the benefits her formulations provide.
Don't try to be what you are not; simply be the loving, caring, supportive individual you are and build relationships with people. Those relationships will serve you in good stead when you come around to the subject of health. And when you can show people how the products have helped you, sharing simply becomes a matter of making friends and wanting to help them. You don't need to make it difficult, just make friends!


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Warning IssuedSaturday, May 5th, 2007
Do you assume you're safe — that your government is protecting you?
What if someone in the government whispered to you that the federal government does not have your safety and security as its first priority.
Because they just did.
"The federal government really does not have the safety and security of its citizens as its first priority."
That's someone who should know — the Homeland Security committee chairman for the State of California. State Assemblyman Pedro Nava is as concerned as we are over the dangerous events of April 29 — and he's daring to break the silence. If you're concerned about whether your government is really there to protect you — you're not alone.
"This is a real wake-up call," he announces to the world in the San Francisco Chronicle.
"This is another example…."


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If you have an indoor or outdoor concrete floor in your home or office that either looks outdated or has surface imperfections, instead of having it torn out and a new one installed, concrete resurfacing in Fredericksburg is a much better option.
As you begin searching for options specific to concrete resurfacing in Fredericksburg, you will quickly discover a host of innovative concrete overlays that benefit everyone. That means regardless of the surface or your desired look, a professional contractor or installer can bring your dream of a beautiful patio, kitchen, driveway, or something else to fruition.
Using Tuscan for a Transformation
For a customized look, Sundek's Tuscan is a perfect choice for concrete resurfacing in Fredericksburg. This handcrafted solution produces stunning results. While installers typically use specialized tools to apply overlays, this one is hand troweled. Because of that, you can select whatever texture or pattern you prefer. Whether applied indoors or outdoors, you end up with a tailored solution. This overlay also comes in a broad range of color choices, allowing you to be as creative as you want.
Update Concrete with SunStone
Sundek's SunStone is another incredible choice used for concrete resurfacing in Fredericksburg. This architectural limestone coating creates a surface that looks like the real deal. When family, friends, or clients come to visit, they will immediately think you had limestone installed. Talk about making an impression. Having the project completed by an expert will ensure your 100 percent satisfaction.
Benefits of Resurfacing
Beyond the obvious financial investment, concrete resurfacing in Fredericksburg offers many other benefits. For one thing, there is no mess, including dust inside and piles of broken-up concrete on the outside. Also, instead of waiting weeks, if not longer, to have the job done, a professional will have your concrete surface ready to enjoy in a few days.


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Nationwide Energy Partners and ChargePoint Working Together to Streamline EV Charging and Smart Apartment Technologies
Nationwide Energy Partners (NEP), an energy services and sustainability company that provides customized NOI generating solutions to the multifamily industry, today announced a strategic agreement with ChargePoint, the world's largest electric vehicle (EV) charging network. The agreement certifies Nationwide Energy Partners as an authorized ChargePoint Channel Partner and enables NEP to offer ChargePoint's market leading charging solutions to its existing and growing multifamily community customer base.
This strategic partnership allows NEP to integrate ChargePoint into its innovative Smart Property Platform. Through the platform NEP is transforming the multifamily sector by eliminating traditional cost centers and enabling unique, incremental net operating income. By utilizing the Platform's patented fleet management capabilities NEP will integrate ChargePoint's electric vehicle charging stations to help multi-family owners and operators deliver high value resident amenities while also generating income and lowering operational costs related to EV charging.
"Our ability and experience in fleet managing smart devices such as electric vehicle charging stations to optimize community energy load shapes and demand charges is unique," said JT Kreager, COO of Nationwide Energy Partners. "By partnering with ChargePoint, the world leader in EV charging solutions we can offer an unparalleled EV charging package specific to the multi-family sector"
About NEP
Since 1999, Nationwide Energy Partners has been helping property developers, managers and communities save money and operate more efficiently. Today, NEP operates in 6 states, serves over 150 communities and 32,000+ residents, and continues to build better communities by designing smart-metered microgrids and implementing innovative technologies, like solar energy, energy storage, smart water heaters and electric vehicle charging stations. Because technology is always moving forward, our microgrids are designed to help you implement new technologies quickly and inexpensively both now and in the future. For more information visit: www.nationwideenergypartners.com
About ChargePoint
ChargePoint is the leading electric vehicle (EV) charging network in the world, with charging solutions in every category EV drivers charge, at home, work, around town and on the road. With more than 51,000 independently owned public and semi-public charging spots and thousands of customers (businesses, cities, agencies and service providers), ChargePoint is the only charging technology company on the market that designs, develops and manufactures hardware and software solutions across every use case. Leading EV hardware makers and other partners rely on the ChargePoint network to make charging station details available in mobile apps, online and in navigation systems for popular EVs. ChargePoint drivers have completed more than 39 million charging sessions, saving upwards of 39 million gallons of gasoline and driving more than 939 million gas-free miles. For more information, visit www.chargepoint.com or contact the North American press office at firstname.lastname@example.com.


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Video Studio and Soundstage Rental Services
Rent one of the largest, best-equipped video studio spaces in St. Louis for a reasonable, flat price
Have equipment and a crew of your own, but need a video studio rental? No problem—our studio is your studio, and for a reasonable price. Lifetime Media provides half- and full-day rentals to organizations like yours—make use of our state-of-the-art video studio and soundstage.
"What's not to love about Lifetime Media? We've worked with them for several years now. Anytime we need green screen studio space we go to them. The staff is always friendly and helpful and they're very accommodating. If you're looking to rent studio space in the St. Louis area, you want to talk to Lifetime Media!"
- Kip Polley
Here's what's included with your video studio/sound stage rental:
Green screen cyclorama
50x12 covered green cyc wall with the ability to paint white. With one of the largest green screens in the St. Louis area, you and your team can bring to life larger than life creative visions.
one of the great soundstages in st louis
40x40x12 soundstage helps you create professional videos with exceptional sound quality with our great soundstage.
Make-up/dressing room
We offer an environment conducive to live talent—prepare your actors for the shoot, and ensure their comfort with our make-up and dressing room, complimentary with your rental.
Kitchen with seating
Put out snacks, provide lunch or just give your crew a welcoming place to take a break—the kitchen is yours for the day.
Multimedia conference room
Have a kickoff meeting, make last-minute changes to the script or whatever your project requires with our multimedia conference room.
Garage access
This really is your studio for the day—your team will have access to our garage great for loading and unloading gear and sets for the entirety of your shoot.
Central location—close to the airport
Have crew members or talent coming in from out of town? Lifetime Media's central location in Brentwood is a straight shot from the airport, meaning your team can waste no time
Video studio and soundstage rental pricing
We offer full and half day rates at a very competitive rate.
At Lifetime Media, we are a full-service video studio and production facility. We have all the resources you need to complete even the toughest projects—experienced staff, cutting edge technology and one of the largest studio spaces in the area.
Whatever your budget, timeline or scope, we have the flexibility and resources to provide exactly what you need.
With Lifetime Media, you can count on receiving the production quality you expect, within your budget and timeline expectations. Schedule a free consultation today, and we'll talk about how we can exceed your business' needs!


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Work With Alli
Are you ready to create a life, a body or a business that you actually LOVE? Have you been looking for a mentor, a cheerleader and a ass-kicker to help you get there?
Well, that is what I've been put on this planet to do.
With over 17 years in the health and wellness industry and after working with 1000s of clients, I have created foundational systems for lasting transformational wellness and business development.
The Balanced Badass Blueprint
This program is designed to get you unstuck! It will empower you to find a new, healthy way of being and living. You've dedicated your life to the things you love, your business, your family, the world and now is the time to rebalance that energy on yourself and your health. Together we will build you the life of energy, excitement & ease that you've always desired.
You will create a customized wellness toolbox, full of healthy practices and patterns, to keep you aligned and on the path to the life you've envisioned. We will strip away what is no longer working and replace it with what lights you up, feels good in your body and actually fits into your lifestyle. You will learn how to get back on track, when life happens, with empathy and love for yourself and the lifelong process of personal growth and wellness.
The Badass BIz Blueprint
This program is designed for any WellPro (or wanna be WellPro) that is ready to change the world of wellness. You got into this business to make the world a healthier place but instead the aesthetic focus of our industry has left you with feelings of shame and disconnection. Are you ready to create a business that not only fills your bank account but fuels your souls?
I will show you that your struggle is your superpower and by healing yourself, owning your story and sharing your message your can create the business you've always longed for with the clients of your dreams. We will create a purpose driven, action oriented plan to get your exactly where you want and tie it all to your BIG WHY, so that when the going gets tough, you will push through to pursue your purpose.