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■ If water leaks through door even though rubber gasket1) around the door is completely intact,
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Events Calendar
Sport Management Recruiting Event @ Bills Camp
Meet professors and students from the Sport Management Department while watching the profession in action during the Buffalo Bills Training Camp!
Date: August 5, 2019 - August 5, 2019
Time: 8:45 a.m. - 12:45 p.m.
Location: Growney Stadium
Hosted by the Sport Management Department
The event will be held from 8:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 5, in Keating Terrace at Growney Stadium. To learn more, email Dr. Todd Harrison, chair of the department, at firstname.lastname@example.com.


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fashion week recap: parkchoonmoo f/w 2014
To the casual observer, fashion week collections can seem like a cryptic amalgamation of anything constituting a trend. But as any devoted fashion follower knows, the plethora of aesthetics offered during fashion week are varied and even contradictory. One designer might argue for minimalism and limited aesthetics, while the next will favor a world of sartorial opulence and frivolity. The clothes shown during fashion week are generally always beautiful but the values expressed in designers' collections can overlap or even clash. Like most fashion week admirers, I find myself swept away by many well-made garments and collections, but the lifestyle values behind the clothes ultimately polarize my opinions. The best collections make me stop and ponder not just fabrics or colors, but the way we live our lives.
Most fashion week collections seek to evoke something beyond our day-to-day world, and designers frequently cite luxurious vacations or exotic locales among their inspirations. Clubs and nightlife offer reoccurring themes, as various fashion houses try to win over the elusive downtown girl. Other brands simply try to capture the general privilege of being young and beautiful and unencumbered, with flouncy dresses and girlish prints. Few collections elicit feelings of work or serious accomplishment because fashion, during its continual chase for ecstatic uplift, typically seeks to move beyond the trivialities of 9-5 jobs or per-hour incomes. Part of the beauty of fashion, in fact, exists in its disregard for the exterior accomplishments and ego-boosters that most of us so obsessively seek. To be fashionable is to be valuable within oneself and one's outfit, regardless of external qualifications. It takes a certain kind of designer to make work and its outputs seem not only desirable, but glamorous beyond the matter-of-fact.
The PARKCHOONMOO Fall/Winter 2014 show managed to make work glamorous, and catered to a focused, edgy, and purposeful lifestyle. The collection was markedly absent of bright colors, with blacks, whites and neutrals serving as the dominating palette. The garments themselves— beautiful, well-made and layered— looked both tough but soft, edgy but practical, and architectural but flowing. Houndstooth prints appeared at the beginning of the show, adding a trendy relevance, while lighter all-white ensembles lifted the collection to a sleek and easy elegance towards the middle of the show. Bold reds and gold touches made occasional appearances that felt appropriate and strong, rather than flashy or attention-seeking. The garments looked neither loose nor fitted, neither modest nor needlessly provocative, and short skirts were balanced with high collars or long coats. Long monochrome silhouettes, high boots and rounded coats created a chic and easy armor, capable of energizing and calming at once. The cumulative effect, piece by piece, offered practical glamour for a determined and no-frills working lifestyle. PARKCHOONMOO's collection, with its modern finishes and structural elegance, would look best worn by a serious, hard-working but thoroughly modern woman. The collection, both limited and purposeful, evokes a lifestyle so focused and individualistic that its fashionable appeal feels easy, natural and inborn.
There are certain staples that, between the numerous designers, are continually served up during fashion week. There are always showy collections for the party girls, artistic feats for the cool kids and luxe lines for the ladies uptown. PARKCHOONMOO presents a refreshing option for the more understated but still-edgy fashion fan. For the PARKCHOONMOO woman, the line offers a worth-while alternative to the passing whims and indulgences of more light-hearted collections. As the glamour of the PARKCHOONMOO aesthetic reminds us, a self-driven and focused work-life feels not only modern but untouchably chic.
Read the original review here for Twenty6 Magazine.
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South Bay Ballet Presents: The Sleeping BeautyMonday, May 24th, 2010
Stunning scenery, dazzling costumes, and many hours of intense rehearsals
are all a part of what makes a ballet extraordinary. You, the audience, will
never know the incomprehensible number of carefully constructed costume
pieces or the precise backstage bustle that combine to ensure that each and
every dancer looks wonderful. You, however, will experience the splendor
and spectacle of such an elaborate show as South Bay Ballet's The Sleeping Beauty.
Take a closer look at what occurs behind-the-scenes at SBB from Artistic
Director Diane Lauridsen and Wardrobe/Set Designer Janice Munson.
The Production
Q. Diane, when and why did you decide to add this challenging, classic ballet to the Company's repertory?
It was a goal to complete our repertory of Storybook ballets in 2010. I have always considered The Sleeping Beauty to be extremely challenging for a student company, and felt our wonderful dancers and creative team were prepared.
Q. How many hours were invested in choreographing The Sleeping Beauty for South Bay Ballet's Storybook series which presents child-oriented versions of the full-length ballets?
I started working with the storyline in August of last year, and we have not stopped since! Perfecting the ballet will take place up until very the last minute.
Q. You are known for your collaborative spirit, share with us the resources and talents you drew upon for this production?
Our creative team is exceptional. Candice Davis brings her keen sense of choreographic flow; Alicia Head has an unerring sense of style and knows this ballet inside and out; Elijah Pressman is our pas de deux expert. Together, our vision was to present a child-friendly ballet that did not lose the integrity of the original.
Q. South Bay Ballet has a large company of dancers at all levels of ability, how do you find a role for everyone?
The objective is for each dancer to have a challenge, but one that can and will be met.
Q: Janice, when did you start conceptualizing the costumes and sets for The Sleeping Beauty?
Work began about a year ago, right after we finished costuming for A Midsummer Night's Dream. Thousands of hours by the entire artistic team have gone into this brand new ballet and it will be rewarding to see production come to life on stage.
Q: How did you select the color scheme for this production's elaborate sets and magnificent costumes?
I think color is one of the most useful elements of design because it is essentially free. My approach is like a painting, you do the background – that's the scenery; and then you do the people – that's the costumes. Working closely with the artistic directors is the key to choosing colors that highlight movement.
Q: What are some of the most important things you have to keep in mind when you're designing ballet costumes?
Dancers put their bodies in positions that would rip the seams of normal clothes, so we take special consideration to allow for freedom of movement as much as possible. Equal thought is given to every costume I design, no matter how small the part or how difficult the role. Also, I try to design costumes that can easily be altered for future casts.
Q: Some dancers have costume changes that have to take place within minutes. How is this accomplished?
Costume changes can be very challenging. Often dancers are required to change layers of costumes, tights, shoes, or headpieces in a matter of minutes. Thoughtful design is as important as the backstage volunteers who keep the dancers organized.
Did you know?
• This brand new production features 110 costumes consisting of 272 costume pieces, 71 headpieces, and 21 tiaras
• Except for the tutu skirt bases, some unitards and tiaras, all of the costumes are made by our in-house costume department
• More than 1,000 hooks and eyes were sewn by South Bay Ballet's costume department
• Several thousand Swarovski crystals are sewn on by hand using invisible thread
• Hundreds of yards of trim were purchased at the Los Angeles fashion district
• The spinning wheels in our production are from Poland. The large spinning wheel is a working model, altered slightly for our use, and hand-painted and decorated with crystals. The smaller wheels are models of larger wheels with the classic look of old European spinning wheels.


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Financial professionals ever seeking that elusive screening tool that yields a meaningful investment edge may be interested in a new study that purports to find one that is easily identifiable: Does the manager have a Ph.D.?
The hypothesis is pretty simple, and probably a natural for the four doctorate holders who conducted the study: "…substantial effort and knowledge acquisition is necessary to complete the advanced coursework and execute unique research required to obtain a Ph.D. degree. Thus, individuals holding these degrees will have unusual characteristics relative to the baseline population," write the four authors of "What a Difference a Ph.D. Makes: More than Three Little Letters," each a professor at a Midwestern university.
For good measure they also look at managers who publish papers in leading academic journals as another factor evincing superior value beyond just the possession of a Ph.D.
And what they find when comparing domestic equity products within the institutional money management world — taking care to match those investment products by objective, size and other factors — is that Ph.D.s add 42.7 basis points, or nearly half a percent, to annual returns.
Ph.D. products — defined as those in which Ph.D.s perform key executive roles such as CEO, portfolio manager, strategist, director of research and others — also beat non-Ph.D. products in terms of Sharpe ratios, 4-factor alphas and other performance measures.
The researchers also confirmed that Ph.D. products outperformed net of fees. However, they found that including fees enhanced Ph.D. performance since Ph.D. products were significantly less pricey than non-Ph.D. products.
Moreover, after taking care to match products in terms of size, past performance and other factors, the researchers found that Ph.D. products attracted statistically meaningful investment flow 18.2% higher than non-Ph.D. products — so it would seem that hiring Ph.D. holders is good for business.
Finally, the researchers tested their secondary hypothesis about publication of research, finding that the placement by Ph.D. managers of their research in journals of finance and economics was positively related to investment performance.
Previous studies in the mutual fund space have shown superior performance by money managers with higher versus lower SAT scores, but have not established a similar advantage for MBAs versus non-MBAs. The authors of the current study conclude that attainment of the highest academic degree does add significant value to investment products' risk-adjusted return and other investment criteria.
On the basis of their research, the authors find "a clear economic justification for the aggressive recruitment [of] individuals holding a Ph.D. to serve in key positions in money management companies."
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I just got back to my office after listening to 10 minutes of the first rehearsal for the San Antonio Symphony's opening concert of the Classics series. The concerts are this Friday and Saturday and feature the Carnival Overture by Dvo?ák, followed by the Shostakovich Cello Concerto No. 1 and Brahms Symphony No. 1.
The rehearsal opened with a complete run-through (without stopping) of the nine-minute Carnival Overture. As I wrote in the first two parts of this series, the orchestra doesn't need the conductor to play the piece. Without any comment from guest conductor Rossen Milanov, the orchestra played all the correct notes and rhythms and sounded great! So why rehearse? What value can the conductor add, if the orchestra can play it "right" the first time?
After the run-through Maestro Milanov went back to the beginning. He talked about the very first rhythm–a short note followed by a long note. Here is what the flute part looks like in the very first bar of the overture:
There is no indication of the length of the first note, nor is there any indication of which note is the most important in the phrase. Maestro Milanov said to the entire orchestra, "play the first note shorter and put an accent (emphasis) on the second note. Do this every time this rhythm appears in the entire piece."
Again, the orchestra played it "correctly" the first time through. But after this brief comment,
the music was transformed! Now it had rhythmic vitality and sounded much more like a Bohemian folk dance. There are three things that are remarkable about these 20 seconds of rehearsal. The first is that the conductor immediately found the exact tiny little adjustment that made a big difference. The second is that the orchestra responded immediately and all 75 musicians were able to the change. The third miracle is that such a subtle change made a good performance GREAT in only 20 seconds! So that's a look at one brief comment in a two and one-half hour rehearsal. Maestro Milanov will have four rehearsals prior to the Friday performance.
Like much of Dvo?ák's music, this overture is energetic and filled with dance rhythms form his native Bohemia (now the Czech Republic.) Dvo?ák wrote these program notes in 1891 about this composition: "The wanderer reaches the city at nightfall, where a carnival of pleasure reigns supreme. On every side is heard the clangor of instruments, mingled with shouts of joy and the unrestrained hilarity of people giving vent to their feelings in the songs and dance tunes." Here is a video of Seiji Ozawa leading the Boston Symphony in the Carnival Overture:
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Brought to you by Jason! 🙂
I've been a fan of Banksy for a little while; in fact I'd now group him with DaVinci as one of my favorite artists (of course, neither is one in the "conventional" sense). If you don't know who Banksy is, click here for his wiki and here for his site and here for a youtube clip.
Anyway, I was alerted that Banksy set up shop (no pun intended) in NY finally so last night Jacquie and I made the trek to his "pet shop." Originally, I was just going to post the outside pic to not give much away but after going through the store, I realized that pictures don't do it justice anyway. I'm posting the pictures for those who can't make it to the store before it closes on Halloween, but I really encourage you to get to the pet store at 89 7th Ave to see the exhibit in person.
These are pictures of the storefront:
Bird's eye view:
Unlucky bunny:
Unhappy hen:
Chillin' leopard (sort of) – this is one that I was completely taken aback by so I won't ruin the "surprise"
Monkey porn (he actually ate at the same place we went to after our visit!)
Louis the Lizard
Poor Tweety!
I don't think I need to explain this one (yes, they actually "swam" around the tank):
Dog tanks:
There is so much to be said about this place. There are messages in each piece and the impact is stronger when seen in person.
After that, Jacquie and I wandered around for a while looking for dinner places but ended up going to 5 Guys since we had never been and wanted something quick.
Jacquie went with a little cheeseburger and chose pretty standard toppings (lettuce, tomato, mayo, pickles, grilled onions) whereas I opted for a spicy burger (bbq sauce, grilled onions, fresh jalapenos). And of course, we had to get their famous fries.
The fries were incredible and exceeded our expectations with absolutely no qualifiers. Hot and fresh just like they should be. I'd qualify the burger by saying it's one of the best fast food burgers I've ever had. The subtly sweet bun was particularly good. It didn't live up to the hype surrounding it – much like the "must go to place" in California – but it was very good.
All in all, our conclusion is that we would go to Shake Shack for burgers (if the wait were less than 30 minutes), and then head directly to 5 Guys for some fries.
Oh yeah, if you're wondering, 5 guys is better than that CA place. Sorry Californians.


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In the Wheelock Family Theatre's current production of "Hairspray," performers frequently make entrances from the orchestra. That's a good thing, too, since from the first bars of the clarion-call opener, "Good Morning, Baltimore," it is clear that this bouncy, brassy, and bright production won't be confined to the stage.
Based on the John Waters 1988 cult film of the same name, "Hairspray," with its upbeat message against racial segregation, was transformed into a mainstream musical by composer Marc Shaiman and lyricist Scott Wittman, with help from book writers Mark O'Donnell and Thomas Meehan, winning eight 2003 Tony Awards including Best Musical and running on Broadway for seven years. It tells the tale of Tracy Turnblad (Jenna Lea Scott), a hefty high-schooler who lands a spot on "The Corny Collins Show," Baltimore's answer to "American Bandstand." Almost immediately, and while dancing the watusi, Tracy sets out to integrate the all-white show. With talent to match her megawatt smile, Scott deftly demonstrates that a portly pepper pot need not take a backseat to any ingénue. Whether Tracy's declaring her independence on "Mama, I'm a Big Girl Now," or her love for Link Larkin with "I Can Hear the Bells," Scott does every clever and witty lyric – and there are many – justice with her soaring vocals. She's well-matched by Michael Notardonato who brings an earnest swagger to Link and teen-idol vocal chops to his swoon-inducing "It Takes Two."
Youthful enthusiasm can go a long way, of course, but it is 1962 and segregation is still the order of the day. Show host Corny Collins – given TV star appeal by Mark Linehan – wants his show to move with the times, but his producer, Velma Von Tussle, believes having "Negro Day" on the program once a month is more than enough. The villainous Velma – played to perfection by Aimee Doherty, who builds momentum with increasingly maniacal reprises of "Miss Baltimore Crabs" – doesn't just want to prevent black and white people from dancing together, she also wants to keep both the show's star spot and leading man, Link, for her daughter, Amber (Jane Bernhard), by keeping the more talented Tracy off-camera.
As Tracy's devoted, if deliciously off-kilter, parents – larger-than-life laundress Edna, and joke-shop jokester Wilbur – Robert Saoud and Peter A. Carey are a sheer delight on their act-two duet, "You're Timeless to Me." However, anyone who has seen earlier Ednas – perhaps Harvey Fierstein on Broadway, Bruce Vilanch in Boston, or Divine in the original film – may be expecting something more full-out from the humorous and heart-tugging character who once dreamed of a career designing clothes for her fellow full-figured women. "I was going to be the biggest thing in brassieres," she deadpans, with only the slightest sense of irony. Saoud does a fine job with the music, but his subdued take holds this Edna back from her rightful place, alongside Tracy, at the heart of the show.
As Tracy's hapless, but far from hopeless, sidekick, Penny Pingleton, Jennifer Beth Glick offers up one surprise after another and shows off a sensational voice on "Without Love." Glick is paired with the smooth-moving Jon Allen as Seaweed J. Stubbs – a teen who knocks down some racial barriers of his own when he comes courting from the part of town where "it's Negro Day every day." Supporting him on his journey is his mother, the aptly named record-shop owner Motormouth Maybelle, portrayed by the gifted Gamalia Pharms, who brims with sass on the act-one closer, "Big, Blonde, and Beautiful," and later brings soulful power to the stirring "I Know Where I've Been."
Waters' trademark quirky characters may be a bit blander here than in his films, but their spirit survives most notably in the work of longtime Wheelock favorite Jane Staab as the prison matron, and the always wonderful Cheryl McMahon, whose rubber-faced reactions add comic dimension to Penny's mom, Prudy Pingleton, and two smaller female roles.
Director Susan Kosoff and Musical Director Matthew Stern have assembled a large and skilled cast who both look and sound terrific on Janie E. Howland's vibrant color-splashed set – well complemented by Lisa Simpson's stylish costumes – and display impressive precision and abundant energy on Laurel Conrad's clever choreography. Welcome to the '60s, indeed!
WHEN: Through Feb. 23
WHERE: Wheelock Family Theatre, 180 The Riverway, Boston
INFO: 617-879-2300; wheelockfamilytheatre.org
THEATER REVIEW: Wheelock creates a brassy, bright 'Hairspray'
In the Wheelock Family Theatre's current production of "Hairspray," performers frequently make entrances from the orchestra. That's a good thing, too, since from the first bars of the clarion-call opener, "Good Morning, Baltimore," it is clear that this bouncy, brassy, and bright production won't be confined to the stage.


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Ways to Support Students: Your support will make a difference!
Making a charitable gift to Kennebec Valley Community College is an important and very personal decision. The satisfaction of giving comes in knowing that an investment is being made in the lives of students who benefit each day from KVCC's excellent educational opportunities. Each giving opportunity provides a lasting benefit in helping students realize their career and educational dreams and in strengthening our region's workforce and community
Establish a Scholarship or Make a Scholarship Gift: Scholarships open the door the college for many students who may have otherwise been unable to enroll in college.
- Scholarship founders may establish the scholarship name and criteria for award. Scholarships can be established with a one-time gift, through a scheduled annual contribution, or with a gift of $10,000 or greater to form an endowed scholarship fund. Endowed scholarships create a perpetual scholarship Fund at KVCC, ensuring support for students now and in the future.
- Scholarship contributions may be made to any existing scholarship fund to expand opportunities for student awards. Scholarships make a difference in ensuring that students have access to education and persist in their studies.
Enhance Program Capacity, Quality, and Innovation: KVCC offers more than 30 degree and certificate programs. Please call the Foundation Office to discuss opportunities for in-kind contributions, programmatic grants, and gifts made to a specific academic or department program or initiative.
Support the Foundation's Annual Fund: The Foundation's Planning Committee establishes yearly goals and student support priorities. Unrestricted contributions will be used to provide student support services and resources that are most needed at the time of the gift.
Planned Giving: Planned giving offers numerous benefits to students and donors. Contributions may be tailored to meet specific long term interests. Bequeathed gifts ensure that students will be supported in the future without affecting current donor assets. Click here for more information regarding Planned Giving Options
Please call or email Michelle Webb, Executive Director to further discuss contribution options which best fit your goals and priorities. Your interest in supporting Kennebec Valley Community College students is appreciated.
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Style and performance are hallmarks of the Ferrari brand. And when the company debuts a new generation of its volume-selling midengine V8 model, each attribute is expected to rise appreciably. In the case of the Ferrari 458 Italia and the convertible 458 Spider, expectations have certainly been met. As a replacement for the already inspiring F430, the Ferrari 458 tops its predecessor in every performance metric and in the process raises the bar for all exotic cars.
Current Ferrari 458
In terms of performance, the Ferrari 458 Italia coupe and Spider convertible will likely take the breath away from even the most jaded of drivers. Acceleration is blinding and this top-tier exotic is so responsive, you'd think it was hard-wired to your brain. It is a Ferrari, after all, and as such is a treat for all senses. From the smell of the artfully tanned leather interior to the wail of the midmounted engine, the 458 doesn't just perform -- it inspires.
Powering the rear-wheel-drive Ferrari 458 Italia is a 4.5-liter V8 that produces 562 horsepower and 398 pound-feet of torque. A seven-speed dual-clutch automated manual is the only transmission offered. Ferrari estimates acceleration from zero to 60 mph takes 3.4 seconds. Handling is likewise impressive, with lightning-quick steering and a very high level of driver engagement.
Along with the expected passion and performance, the Ferrari 458 comes with the sort of high-end trappings associated with a car costing in excess of $200,000. Equipment includes 20-inch wheels, carbon-ceramic brakes, adjustable driving and vehicle settings, leather upholstery and trim, Bluetooth and a sound system with an auxiliary audio jack.
With the Spider, you get a fully powered retractable hardtop that maintains the coupe's appearance when raised and then gracefully disappears behind the cabin when lowered. Unlike other such roofs, this one doesn't come with a punishing amount of excess weight. And unlike the awkward-looking soft top fitted to the old F430 Spider, rearward visibility is also improved.
Notable options include 19-inch run-flat tires, adaptive headlights, parking sensors, a rearview camera, cruise control, power seats, four-point race belts, faux suede upholstery and/or carpet, a navigation system, an iPod interface, satellite radio and a premium sound system. If time and money are not concerns, wealthy buyers may order custom interior and exterior color schemes.
While the Ferrari 458's performance is nothing short of breathtaking, there are some miscues. To permit unimpeded access to the paddle shifters, Ferrari relocated many of the column stalk controls to the steering wheel. The turn signals are particularly awkward, as they are activated via buttons on the steering wheel spokes. Other controls, like those for navigation and audio, are placed in pods that flank the wheel, well out of reach of a passenger. Points are also deducted for the fussy gauge cluster that is incapable of displaying speed and navigation simultaneously.
The rest of the cabin is a model of sporting refinement. Interior materials and build quality are top-notch and the driver's seating position is more comfortable than what you'll find in any previous Ferrari.
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The Ferrari 458 Italia debuted for the 2010 model year and remained unchanged until the Spider arrived for 2012.


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By Joel Sartore
It's the 1880s, and my fellow Nebraskan has made a big decision: to spend real money to have his picture taken with his two prized possessions: a 10-gauge shotgun, and the whooping crane he's just killed with it.
By 1900, this tallest of North American birds was driven to near-extinction by trophy and meat hunters.
And it was not alone. Laws to protect wildlife were scarce, too. So our forbearers pretty much shot and trapped out all they could, everywhere they could, every time they could.
The pioneers, like many of us, were greedy.
Human nature hasn't changed much since then, but fortunately we now have laws in place to throttle us back.
Few are better than the Endangered Species Act.
Forty years ago yesterday -- December 28, 1973 -- Richard Nixon signed the bill, which at the time made us the only nation on Earth to declare a basic right of existence for species other than our own.
Without government regulation, unbridled hunting, pollution and development was going to doom much of America's bounty, and lawmakers knew it.
So the goal of the Endangered Species Act was kept simple: to keep species from going extinct, no matter the cost. And by and large it's worked.
Among the closest of calls were the California condor, the black-footed ferret, and, yes, the whooping crane. Incredibly, all got down to fewer than 25 individuals, yet were pulled back from the very brink of extinction thanks to federal protection.
Some animals have done so well they've actually been taken off the Endangered Species List. The peregrine falcon, bald eagle and American alligator were all in real trouble back when the law was passed in 1973. Now they're commonplace. More....


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Independence Day events
The following events are planned on and around Independence Day.
Carson City: Family Night at the Carnival, offered by Carson City Toyota Scion and the Retired Seniors Volunteer Program, is set for 5-10 p.m. Rides cost $1. The RSVP fair continues through July 6. A coupon for $5 worth of rides is available at http://www.nevadaruralrsvp.org/uploads/9296688R%20CCToyota.pdf. The fair is one of three fundraising fairs during the year to support the Home Companion, Respite Care and Lifeline programs that assist Carson City seniors inremaining independent and in their own homes.
Carson City: A fireworks show offered by Carson City Toyota Scion and Cumulus Radio is set for dusk at Mills Park.
Virginia City: The Fourth of July Celebration includes the Fourth of July Parade, the Red White and YOU Wine Walk, a period-costumed baseball game in Miners Park where kids can swim in the newly remodeled pool and the Comstock Cowboys Second Amendment Concert, culminating with a 25-minute fireworks display. Following is a schedule of events.
9 a.m.: Booth opens, selling raffle tickets, wine walk tickets and event T-shirts
11 a.m.: Devil's Gate Gunfighters comedy show at C and Union streets
Noon: Parade begins; it's expected to last about 90 minutes
1 p.m.: Red White and YOU Wine Walk begins; it continues until 6 p.m.
1:30 p.m.: Larry Elliott, as Uncle Sam, performs music and stories
6 p.m.: Free Second Amendment celebration concert in Delta parking lot
7 p.m.: Raffle and live auction
Dusk: Fireworks
Silver Springs: People can learn about the history of Fort Churchill State Historic Park, sample hardtack and hear about what life was like for soldiers stationed here in the 1860s at 10 a.m. This program will be held beside the museum, next to the cannons.
Genoa:• Chicken barbecue at the Genoa Volunteer Fire Department, noon to 6 p.m. Cost, $12. The Sierra Philharmonic League sponsors the Reno Philharmonic Orchestra on July 4 in the Mormon Station State Historic Park. Festivities begin at 1 p.m., concert at 4:15 p.m. Information, 782-2590.
• Pops in the Park at Mormon Station Park, 4:15 p.m. Festivities start at 1 p.m. and features the Reno Philharmonic Orchestra with Jason Altiereri conducting. Other entertainment includes Carson Chamber Singers, Reno Philharmonic Chorus, Chorus of the Comstock, the roving violinist John O'Neill, the percussion petting zoo, Doc-O and Squeeky the Clown, a silent auction and the firing of live cannons with the 1812 Overature. Sponsored by the Sierra Philharmonic League.
Minden: Hometown Celebration Fourth of July 10 a.m.-2 p.m. in Minden Park. Bike decorating at 10:30 a.m. for the Patriotic Park parade at 11:30 a.m. The Carson Valley Pops Orchestra, conducted by Elizabeth Eubanks, presents their Independence Day concert 12:30 p.m. Bounce house, water games, free apple pie and ice cream. Food and drinks available for purchase. Information, 782-5976 or http://www.townofminden.com.
Gardnerville:• Freedom 5K Fun Run/Walk and Yankee Doodle Chalk Artfest" 7 a.m.- noon at Heritage Park. Come dressed in patriotic colors and enjoy a run/walk around Heritage Park, Trail and Track. Cost to register for the Fun Run/Walk is $30 the day of event. Families with children under 12 can visit the"Family Chalk Doodle Fun Zone" free from 8 a.m.-noon. The Carson Valley Lions Club will host a pancake breakfast 7-11 a.m. The $6 breakfast includes pancakes, eggs, sausage and beverage. Information, 782-8027.
• Valley Christian Fellowship church in the park 10 a.m. July 7 at Lampe Park. Horseshoe and volleyball tournaments, bounce house, barbecue. Information, 265-4100.
Gardnerville Ranchos: The eighth annual Glenwood Independence Day parade is 11:30 a.m. July 4 on Glenwood Drive in the Gardnerville Ranchos. Staging is at 11 a.m. Information, email@example.com.
Stateline: The Star Spangled Fourth Lights on the Lake begins about 9:45 p.m. July 4 at Tahoe's South Shore. The fireworks are launched from offshore barges and can be seen from all corners of town. South Shore offers access to viewing areas via public transportation, paved bike trails, and nearby park and walk venues.
Carson City: Visitors to the Nevada State Railroad Museum can ride a train pulled by Virginia & Truckee steam locomotive No. 25 and photograph locomotives and cars on display. Train rides are from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. Outdoor exhibits are open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The museum's interpretive center and store will be open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Ticket prices range from $4 to $15.
Also, the museum, in collaboration with the Center for Railroad Photography & Art based in Madison, Wis., will prevent the free photo exhibit "Steam: An Enduring Legacy, the Railroad Photographs of Joel Jensen." The Ely artist's work will be on display from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Wabuska Depot at the museum.
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Carson City: The Mighty Surf Lords perform at 6 p.m. at Café at Adele's. For more information visit http://www.adelesrestaurantandlounge.com.
Carson City: Carson Station is hosting the second annual Rib Cook Off. The cook off features a cooking competition, live music, rib eating contest, kids games and vendors.
Silver Springs: A night hike at Fort Churchill State Historic Park is set for 8:30 p.m. Participants can look for scorpions and learn constellations. The hike is limited to 30 participants, and reservations are required. To make reservations, call 775-577-4880 or send an email to email@example.com, leaving your name and phone number and how many people are in your party. This hike is about 0.6 mile long and will last about an hour. Participants are advised to bring water, good shoes, warm clothes and insect repellent. Red flashlights are recommended, as they do not affect night vision. Dogs are not permitted. The park's per-vehicle entrance fee is $5.
Carson City: Admission to the Nevada State Railroad Museum will be free all day.
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This is from my Colorful Abstract series. This is an original work of art created with watercolor and mixed water media which makes the colors so vibrant.
Size: 8" x 8", (Window 3.75 x 3.75)
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Exopan® round springform mould with non-stick coating.
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Diameter: 26cm
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These pans made of fine steel feature a non-stick interior coating and a protective exterior coating. They combine the cooking benefits of tinplate and ease of use of the non-stick surface. The heat is rapidly and evenly distributed and you do not need to grease the mould.
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After switching from the Better Cacti Templates to the Percona Monitoring Plugins we suffered from the Query Response Time and the Query Time Histogram not graphing at all.
It took me a while to figure out why our new instance wasn't graphing: the response time query was performing and the script was picking up its values. Also the rrd files were created but for some bizarre reason all values were set to "NaN", in rrd/cacti terms: Not a Number. If you search on that subject you will come across a lot of (forum) postings stating you need to change your graph type to "GAUGE" or change the MIN/MAX values for your data templates. Strange as this was already set to a minimum of 0 and a maximum of an unsigned 64 bit integer.
After running the ss_get_mysql_stats.php script manually for these graphs I got the error stating that a -1 value was not allowed. Indeed the output of the script contained a -1 value for the last measurement and I quickly found the culprit: an uninitialized array key inside the script will cause it to return a -1 value. Now why was this array key not initialized? Simply because the query filling the array was capped to 13 rows instead of the expected 14 rows.
This left me with three options:
1. Change cacti templates to allow -1 value
2. Change cacti templates to only contain 13 data points instead of 14
3. Change the query in the ss_get_mysql_stats.php script
Naturally I patched the script and after 10 minutes the graphs started to get colorful again! 😉
So if you have the same problem as we do, you can find the patch attached to my bugreport:
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Here are this weeks latest slots releases!
MGA Games, who specialise in developing fantastic slots for global operators, have just made the DREAM3TEAM 80's-90's slot available for online casinos throughout Spain. This new MGA Games casino slot stars Quique Tejada, Toni Peret and Josep Maria Castells, the legendary DJs behind hits like Max Mix and Bolero Mix who have sold over 30 million records in total. DREAM3TEAM 80's-90's is part of the Hyperrealism Series by MGA Games that uses a new hyperrealistic design for the characters. The slots not only impress because of their high-quality graphics but also because of the sequential loading that allows for amobile igaming experience capable of running any game without affecting playability.
Stakelogic has launched its latest slot "The Legend of Hercules" which takes players to the heart of a fierce ancient Greek battle. Players fight alongside the legend himself in this 5×3 reel, 30 payline slot in order to claim their share of ancient treasures and gold. They are helped in their fight for dominance and big wins with a range of bonus features including Stacked Wilds and Stacked Scatters. Wilds can land at random at any time during the base game where they stack on top of each other to increase the chance of landing a winning combination. Stack seven Scatter Symbols across the reels and the Free Spin bonus round will be triggered.
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GameArt has launched its first ever Megaways™ title, in the form of Rosh Immortality Cube Megaways™.The slot's fantasy adventure theme comes complete with dark magic, beautiful princesses, evil beasts, and of course, the hero of the story, Rosh, and will immerse players in the battle for the universe's greatest secret; the Immortality Cube. Taking inspiration from player-generated slot concepts, GameArt's creative team has worked tirelessly to create a visually stunning game world, while also offering in-depth gameplay, with features including cascading symbols, mystery multipliers, free spins, extra reels, and a bonus feature.
Another engaging title from Play'n GO this week as they announce the release of their latest slot offering, Feline Fury. A 5×3 video slot, Feline Fury is a lighthearted game based around the idea of dressing up cats in period clothing and costume; a trend that has become something of a phenomenon on social media in recent times. While sure to be a hit with cat lovers, the game is a simple, easy to play slot sure to appeal to casual gamers and those who are looking for a cheery, fun slot to get into.
Kalamba Games has expanded its Joker series with the addition of Joker Lanterns, a spooky edition of the supplier's smash-hit titles. Launched just in time for Halloween, this 6×4 title is a modern take on a classic fruit slot but with added pumpkin lanterns symbols acting as wilds, bringing some frightening excitement to the gameplay. The game is Kalamba's fifth Joker title with previous versions such as Joker Supreme and Joker Max being favourites with players. The game comes packed with jackpots, extra free spins and Kalamba's signature HyperBet and HyperBonus features to make sure players have a super fun Halloween with massive win potential.
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Booongo has released its newest title, Thunder of Olympus, becoming the latest addition to the company's Hold and Win library. The supplier's new 3×5, 25 payline game invites players to explore the splendour of Ancient Greece where the mighty God Zeus awaits on the reels. Incorporating Hold and Win mechanics, collecting six Lightning Balls will trigger the bonus feature. Players have the chance to secure more Lightning Balls to win the Grand jackpot of 1,000x their stake by filling the entire reel set with bonus symbols. Respins are awarded if any Balls land on the reels during the Bonus spins.
Pragmatic Play, a leading content provider to the gaming industry, has launched its latest feature-filled hit, Wild Wild Riches. The five reel, 576 payline video slot sees players enter a magical meadow filled with riches, where players look to channel the luck of the Irish to collect Scatter symbols and Bonuses on the reels. To unlock the wins on offer, players must land two Wild symbols on the first two reels, before finding either a Money Scatter or Bonus Scatter on the third. Each Money Scatter has a fixed value of up to 25x a player's bet, or the three jackpot values (Mini, Major, Mega). If a Bonus Scatter lands, then the free spins mode is triggered, giving players a minimum of 10 free spins. The Money Collect Feature remains active during the Free Spins mode.
Yggdrasil, has uncovered Valley of the Gods 2, the exciting sequel to fan-favourite Valley of the Gods. The original version of the title has proven hugely popular with a demand from players to build this upcoming sequel. With Valley of the Gods 2, Yggdrasil delivers even more thrilling excitement for slot fans to enjoy. Valley of the Gods 2 has a proven, simple gameplay mechanic which is widely accepted by all player types including casual as well as more demanding players. The game also offers new features, such as collectible wilds, which is a key to higher variance and super big wins up to 5481 times the bet.
Red Rake Gaming has launched a new 5×3 reel videoslot with 25 paylines where players can win up to 2000 times their bet! Venture out to the deepest ocean and you will find Lorelei, an enchanting mermaid who will use her songs to guide players to the pearls that she guards, rewarding them with 15 free spins and the "Fusion Minigame," where they can obtain massive wins. The most exciting feature of this new video slot, which has already been massively popular in previous games from Red Rake Gaming, is the "Fusion Minigame." It gives players the opportunity to combine Lorelei symbols to form even larger symbols and win up to 2000 times their bet.
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Stakelogic has included the Mega Super Stake feature in its latest slot game Lion Gold. The new slot is full of bonus features including Wilds, Free Spins and Jackpots. The Free Spins bonus is triggered when three or more Scatter symbols land anywhere on the reels; three symbols trigger six Free Spins, four Scatters trigger 10 Free Spins and five Scatters trigger 15 Free Spins. When Free Spins are active, Colossal symbols land covering a 3×3 grid on the reels. Lion Gold comes with Stakelogic's innovative Super Stake and Mega Super Stack engine, allowing players to place side bets to multiply their stake by up to 2.5x and hitting insanely valuable win combinations. Super Stake and Mega Super Stake are triggered on losing spins and award six and ten Free Spins respectively.
RubyPlay has launched its new video slot Wolf Haven, which takes players into the sacred mountains where the bears, eagles and wolves rule the wild. Wolf Haven is a 5-reel slot with up to 100,000 ways to win in the Big Reels feature, as well as loads of other fantastic features. The Random Wild Feature enhances any win with extra wilds when a red moon lands. Better and better bonus reels can be chosen during Free Games, which can also be activated by collecting Ruby Coins.
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Slots have been, and they remain to be the simplest casino games to play. They are also easy to access and understand. You don't need to be a master of strategies or a critical thinker as is the case with some casino games. If you are a fan of slots, you know that it's about spinning the reels and going.
Now, here is the real story. With hundreds of slot games and machines available these days in casinos, choosing which slot to play can be a hassle. In this article, we explore two popular summer hits in the UK you can consider namely: Hotline 2 and DogHouse Megaways. You can find these slot games in their online slots UK category.
Hotline 2
Hotline 2 is not just another release or update of version 1, but it is a slot that comes with amazing features. If you've not taken the time to assess it, you might think that it's not different from Hotline 1. But that's not the case.
There are amazing alterations you'll no doubt find amazing as a slot player. What changed?
First, let's begin with the soundtrack. It will remind you of popular movies and TV shows in the 80s. Why use such a track? It has a great role to play. It makes the whole thing versatile and enjoyable as well. Most precisely, it is a perfect soundtrack that goes well with a wide range of activities.
The audiovisuals also have an improvement that makes this slot a perfect summer hit for casino slots enthusiasts. Someone who has analyzed it carefully might argue that the graphics are not that good especially now when there are amazing ones out there. Indeed, while the graphic cards it uses may not be the latest, they are perfect for the theme.
Another thing to note about Hotline 2 is the theatrics. Talk about Karoline Wagner, the phenomenal guest star and you realize that there's a lot to enjoy. So, in a nutshell, if you haven't already played Hotline 2, then this is not just another slot.
You don't just play it, but you get lost to it. Indeed, the developer, NetEnt, gives you the best!
Quick Hotline 2 Takeaways
In a nutshell, Hotline 2 has quite some new stuff to offer.
The features are great, and the slot is simple and fun to play. It is, therefore, a perfect fit for a player who wants a straightforward game.
The best part? You can make it even more interesting than you ever imagined, depending on how you play it.
DogHouse Megaways
When it was released first in the year 2019, DogHouse won the hearts of many slot enthusiasts for many reasons. First, it was a big studio hit and a welcome one for the casino fans. Secondly, its features, such as the cartoon hounds resonated strongly with players. It's still the case by the way.
Now, to the current DogHouse mega ways, there are lots of things to note. While the features are less the same as those of the original version, there are new additions you should beware of as a player. There are not many anyway. Just one or two things added, but it is good to note.
One great addition to note is a feature called Raining wilds free spins that when triggered 3, 4, 5, or 6 scatters, awards you 15, 18, 25, or 30 spins respectively. But, that's not all. You also get a chance to buy bonuses instead of waiting for more than three scatters to appear.
The other thing to remember is that you can only trigger the bonus game once you land three or more scatter symbols. Also, the moment you trigger the bonus game, you have the freedom to choose between sticky wilds free spins and raining wilds free spins.
You might already beware of these features if you had mastered the original DogHouse.
Quick DogHouse Megaways Takeaways
Generally, DogHouse Megaways is a great version though not very different from the original version. It is, however, a reliable release that looks great. As already explained, it all depends on what angle you look at it.
If you want something that retains the original mega way experience, then this is a perfect slot. However, if you were expecting changes, then do not feel disappointed when you realize they are not much different from what you already knew.
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You'll agree with us that slots are among the best casino games. They are easily available, and you do not need to be a guru to play them.
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Technology giant Apple has experienced a revenue boost on the same time last year, its quarterly figures have shown.
The company posted quarterly revenue of 45.6 billion US dollars (£27.2bn) and quarterly net profit of 10.2 billion dollars (£6.1bn) - both up on the same period last year.
These results compare with revenue of 43.6 billion US dollars (£26 million) and net profit of 9.5 billion US dollars (£5.7 billion) a year ago.
The figures, however, are down on the last quarter - which took in new product launches.
Tim Cook, Apple chief executive, said: "We're very proud of our quarterly results, especially our strong iPhone sales and record revenue from services.
"We're eagerly looking forward to introducing more new products and services that only Apple could bring to market."
Last quarter, n ew landmark products helped reverse a profits slump and post record revenue figures for Apple.
It was the first period fully taking into account sales of the iPhone 5s and iPhone 5c, as well as marking the launch of the iPad Air and iPad mini.
Apple's revenues hit 57.6 billion US dollars (£34.3bn) for the last three months of 2013, a new quarterly record for the company.
Profits of 13.1 billion dollars (£7.8bn) were also made - equal with the record profits set 12 months previously.
Speaking after the company's figures were released last night, Peter Oppenheimer, Apple's chief financial officer, said: "We generated 13.5 billion dollars (£8bn) in cash flow from operations and returned almost 21 billion dollars in cash to shareholders through dividends and share repurchases during the March quarter.
"That brings cumulative payments under our capital return program to 66 billion dollars (£39 billion)."
Apple's (AAPL) share at the close of the US market this evening was 524.75 US dollars (£313bn) - down 1.31% on the start of the day.


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A Florida man admits he gave his former girlfriend a drug that caused her to abort their unborn child. WFLA's Jeff Patterson reports.
A Florida man has pleaded guilty to switching his pregnant girlfriend's antibiotic with a drug known to cause abortion.
John Andrew Welden, 28, pleaded guilty in Tampa federal court on Monday to reduced charges of tampering with a consumer product resulting in bodily injury and conspiracy to commit mail fraud.
The plea agreement does not require proof that the prescription drug Cytotec actually caused Remee Jo Lee to miscarry about seven weeks into her pregnancy, but Welden admitted he tricked her into taking the drug because he hoped it would end the pregnancy.
Cytotec, known generically as misoprostol, is prescribed to prevent stomach ulcers and carries a warning that it should not be used during pregnancy because it can cause abortion, birth defects and premature birth.
Welden's father is a doctor and Welden admitted that he forged his father's signature on a prescription used to obtain Cytotec from a mail-order pharmacy. He said he switched the label to make it appear the medication was an antibiotic, and told Lee that his father had prescribed it for her to treat an infection. She miscarried a couple of days later.
Under terms of a plea deal, Welden faces up to 13 years and eight months in prison when he is sentenced on Dec. 5, court documents said.
The agreement spared him from a potential sentence of life in prison on the original charge of murder under the Protection of Unborn Children Act. Welden was indicted in May and remains under house arrest.


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The Broad Institute, funded by the Helmsley Charitable Trust, is working to identify novel small molecules with the potential to offer breakthroughs in therapy for Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) and Crohn's disease (CD). Key challenges in developing novel therapeutics for such complex diseases include: (1) knowing which targets to modulate to achieve clinical benefit, and (2) having methods to modulate these targets with small molecules, even if not classical "druggable" targets.
Progress in human genetics is locating the genes that play a causal role in vivo in T1D and CD. Progress in high-throughput cell biology and genomics is making it possible to take such lists of genes and identify the smaller set of biological and cellular processes that they modulate. Progress in chemical biology is creating a path from knowledge of causal processes to small-molecule therapeutics.
These three advances have not yet been combined systematically to understand, prevent and treat T1D and CD. Our project - a collaboration led by Ramnik Xavier, David Altshuler, and Stuart Schreiber - aims to illuminate the functional roles of genes underlying T1D and CD pathogenesis and to reverse pathways that contribute to disease pathogenesis with small molecules, initially in cellular and animal models but with a focus on enabling human clinical investigation of T1D and CD.


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We've seen a lot of discussion and debate in recent years on the nature of heaven, hell, and what happens after we die. But these discussions are nothing new. The church has been debating eschatology (the study of last things) ever since the time of Christ, and the Jews before Christ were discussing the same.
Scripture provides many insights about the afterlife. But when theologians combine these insights into a coherent whole, they come to some very different conclusions about what the Bible teaches. The nature and duration of hell is one such example.


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Myth Busters
I have a little sanding to do around the plaster medallion and over the closet door in the foyer and then I'll slap on a coat of primer before I move on to the stairs. The stairs are really going to be a lot of work.
Mostly it is a lot of stripping of old shellac so I can get back to a uniform surface. As you can see, there is a lot of surface to strip. Lots of cut outs and little reeded posts. In addition to that, I am missing a few pieces.
Above is a close up of one of the baluster sections from the upper part of the stairs. You'll notice in the first picture the little finials in the circular cut outs are missing. Of the 21 originals only 5 remain. Who knows what happened to the others. At first I thought old tenants took them as souvenirs or something. Today I pried one off myself and it did not come off easy, so now I'm not so sure.
The reason I pried one off was so I could take it to the mill to get new ones made to replace the missing ones. They are inch and 7/8ths square and are 3.5 inches tall. I used a few scraps of 2X8 left over from the 2 story addition to make some blanks for the mill. I'm sure they can get wood, but I know this wood is really, really nice. Plus I get to use up more of my scrap wood and pay less for the new finals.
The other thing I'm going to have the mill do is either repair or replace the caps of the two newel posts at the bottom of the stairs. There are a total of 5 newel posts, and while they all have a certain amount of character to them (e.g. the occasional knick or scratch), the caps at the base are especially dinged up.
"Dinged up" is putting it mildly. There are deep gouges, initials carved in to them, and even a little swastika. My hope is that they can put them back on the lathe and just remove the top eighth of an inch or so. They don't need to be perfect, because none of the others are, and the rest of the stairs has some character here and there. If they can't fix these, then new ones wouldn't be the end of the world. I would just need to make sure the quality of the wood meets the standard of the rest of the stairs. Second and 3rd growth redwood can some times seem like balsa wood compared to the old growth stuff.
For a long time after I bought this house, and even before I bought this one, with my last house, I spent a lot of time on several old house related on-line forums. There is just a great bunch of kindred spirits out there that could share knowledge and empathize with my plight. One of the stories that crops up from time to time is that the tradition at the end of the last century was that the builder would store the blue prints to the house in the newel post.
It was sort of a topping off event. As the story went, the placing of the newel post cap would be the last thing that would happen before all of the crews left the house. Before they put the cap on they would roll up the blue prints and shove them in the post. Of course, few are willing to pry off the cap to see in the blue prints are in the post.
Well, today I pried off the caps and guess what, nothing, zip, zilch, nada. My guess is that maybe one builder some place did this and the story grew. Or perhaps this was a real tradition and this is just one more Petch House mystery. Regardless, no blue prints for me.


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I know I posted about stuffed cabbage a few months ago, but I made this one a little bit differently. Also, maybe you have some extra cabbage lying around from buying a whole lot when it was super on sale on St. Patrick's Day? I had some ground beef I needed to use up, and Alex was working late last night, so I made these as a surprise. Turned out I'm glad I did, because he had a crummy day at work, and these sure made him feel better!
I wanted to put a whole lot of vegetables in these, and quinoa, which I haven't been eating enough of lately. They turned out pretty well, although I accidentally had the heat a little too high for part of the cooking and some of the cabbage leaves came unwrapped. Oh well, you live, you learn. These would be a pretty good way to get kids to eat vegetables, maybe, because they are packed with veggies but all ground up so no one knows.
Stuffed Cabbages
For my vegetables, I used a mix of carrots, spinach, green beans, and corn (what I had in the freezer). Use whatever you'd like.
1 lb ground meat (I still want to try these with some sausage in with the beef)
1 egg
1 t salt
2 t paprika
1/2 t pepper
1/2 onion, chopped
1 c assorted vegetables, chopped
a few cloves of garlic, roughly minced
3/4 c quinoa
large cabbage leaves
2 c tomato sauce
Bring an inch of water to boil in a pot large enough to hold your cabbage leaves, and place a steamer basket over the water. Place the cabbage leaves in the basket, cover the pot, and let steam for 8-10 minutes. Remove them to a bowl of cold water and let them cool down while you mix up the filling. With your hands, mush together the ground meat, egg, salt, paprika and pepper. Put onion, vegetables and garlic in your food processor or whatever you use to grind things up and pulse until mostly smooth. Scrape this mixture into the meat, along with the quinoa. Mix everything together. Spread half of the tomato sauce in a large, deep saucepan and set aside. Working one at a time, place a cabbage leaf on your work surface. Plop some of the meat mixture, a little less than baseball sized, onto the center of the leaf. fol the sides in tightly, then roll the leaf around the meat, with the seam on the bottom. Place rolled cabbage into the saucepan with the tomato sauce. Repeat, nestling stuffed cabbages in together until everything is used up. Pour the rest of the sauce over the top, cover, and cook on VERY low heat for 1 1/2 to 2 hours.
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Super healthy stuffed cabbage
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Nope! I put it in raw, it cooked with the cabbage.ReplyDelete
For a vegetarian dish, what would you substitute for the meat? Great Northern Beans? Lentils?ReplyDelete
Katrina - You could probably double or triple the veggies, then add some beans if you like as well, and increase the amount of quinoa too. Just make sure the cabbage is rolled very tightly so the filling doesn't end up all over!ReplyDelete
Thank you so much for this recipe! It is absolutely delicious. I have adapted it a bit and added it to my blog @ http://weightstream.com - torpid trainer (giving you credit of course!)ReplyDelete
- Anonymous6:54 AM
Im gonna make it today! Maybe I add a sliced fresh jalapeno to each roll. :)ReplyDelete
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The Chteau de Beaucastel Hommage Jacques Perrin from those years was made mostly from very old Mourvedre vines yielding tiny quantities of intensely ripe, concentrated fruit. Those fortunate enough to have tasted it never forget it. Truly, a 'grand vin.Saturated black-ruby color. More, darker aromas of black cherry, cassis, spice, leather and game, has an almost medicinal aspect.Very sweet entry, then backward and closed, almost to rough on the palate today.Extremely concentrated at the finish.A wine to be kept for your retirement.
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This dark red almost purple wine smells of thick berry jam and no smell of the alcohol even though it was more than 15%! A fruity wine that is easy to drink with nicely balanced acidity and tannins. Taste of dark ripe firm cherries! Very enjoyable with food which tends to bring out the spice and complexity of the cab more.
The 2009 Prisoner is thinner and less powerful than the stellar 2008. Nevertheless, the 2009 remains an elegant and enjoyable wine that develops nicely over one to two hours. It retains its refinement on the nose, featuring dark fruits, tobacco and chocolate, and its warm, juicy palate exudes flavors of blackberry, cherry and plum, with intermittent notes of tobacco, chocolate and wild berries. A spice and pepper finish, supported by subtle but firm tannins, helps redeem the loss of power for Prisoner 2008 fans.
This 2009 Blend of Counoise, Cinsault, Mourvedre, Grenache & Syrah from Rhone, France is excellent. Good Ruby-red color with a tight rim variation. Fruit notes of plum and fig with a hint of cocoa and tobacco. It has a long finish on the palette with mid acidity. This wine has not peaked and will mature nicely over time (2019-2024). Best served chilled to 64 degrees, double decanted and served with a mid-rare grilled beef dish.
A lesson in subtlety this ain't! An amalgamation of intense red and black fruit that is so in your face it's unreal! It almost reminds me of the fruit-forward aggressiveness of some South Australian Shirazes. Intense cassis, plum, blackberry, dried cranberry, black cherry; yup, it covers just about every red and black fruit-base there is! But wait! There's more! The oak is certainly there; with vanilla, pepper and chocolate-covered coffee beans! The finish is long and hot. My one major concern with the wine: the alcohol level is obnoxious! Maybe it's just because I have a high sensitivity for alcohol in wine, but it seems so out of balance it's insane. "That's a pretty bold statement considering the 2007 bottling of this wine received a 92 point rating from the Wine Speculator!" I know, right!?!?! I was expecting big things from this wine. If you really want to know, I actually even second-guessed myself on The Prisoner. The first bottle was actually given to me by a wine rep friend to taste and review. Because I wasn't that impressed with it the first time around, I shelled out $30 of my own cash to buy it again and re-taste; something I've never done before. The wine is good. It's not awesome, it's good. I'm not going to lie, I wouldn't purchase this wine again. However, saying that, my wife loved it! Is my palate better than hers? Probably not, she's still a consumer, so what does it matter?
The tasting notes at Snooth are spot on for this favorite so I really have nothing to add except ... yum!
Rich color concentration - staining. Jammy blackberries & black cherries, tabacco, dark chocolate, subtle oak. Full bodied, med+ finish, well integrated tannins, med+ complexity. Delicious from the first pour to the last drop. Point Reyes Blue Cheese, Humboldt Goat Cheese or Toscano hard cheese with black pepper crust ... bring it!
Unbelievable....depth, complexity, body. Balanced. I really, really loved this. Winemaker Notes: The 2009 marks the first vintage bottled by The Prisoner's new owner, Huneeus Vintners. It has a deep ruby hue that is nearly opaque. The aromas elevate from the glass starting with black currant, dark blackberry, cherry, and cassis rounded out by subtle hints of seasoned French and American oak. The entry of the wine is massive and leads into a lush middle framed by bright acid and supple tannins. The finish is long, lingering and filled with soft velvety tannins lasting for nearly thirty seconds.
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We usually think of Coudoulet as the second wine to Beacastel's Chateauneuf du Pape but the Perrin family produces this rich Rhone red from a separate estate vineyard right across the road from their Chateauneuf estate. The vine yard is Grenach (30%), Mourvedre (30%), Cinsault (20%) and Syrah (20%) all mature vine up to 60 years old. The wine is easily on par with may producer's Chateauneuf or Gigondas. wine Enthusiast Magazine gave it 91 points and Robert Parker scored this 2009 90 points saying "In total contrast, the 2009 Cotes du Rhone Coudoulet red represents the essence of Provence in its notes of ground pepper, new saddle leather, lavender, kirsch, garrigue, and abundant red and black fruits. This complex, evolved, luscious red begs for a bloody grilled steak. With a creamy, medium to full-bodied texture, this gorgeous, complex, evolved wine should be enjoyed over the next 7-8 years."
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I love what he's done with his 2008 The Prisoner, a blend of 46% Zinfandel, 26% Cabernet Sauvignon, and the balance Syrah, Petite Sirah, Charbono, and Grenache. With over 15% alcohol, this is a big, sexy, fruit bomb boasting abundant amounts of black, blue, and red fruits along with pepper, spice box, earth, and herbs. It tastes like the unmanipulated essence of the fruit of a Mediterranean vineyard. Soft tannins, medium to full body, and a heady mouthfeel make this a seductive wine to enjoy over the next 2-3 years.
Soft and jammy, with appealing raspberry and toasty vanilla aromas that lead to zesty cherry,pepper and briary sage flavors. Zinfandel, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and others. Drink now through 2016. Tasted twice, with consistent notes.
The 2009 Beaucastel Chateauneuf du Pape (30% Grenache, 30% Mourvedre, 10% Syrah, 10% Counoise and the balance other permitted varietals) exhibits an opaque purple color as well as sweet aromas of camphor, truffles, black cherries, black currants, licorice, pepper and forest floor. The wine is full-bodied, rich, intense and powerful. Moreover, there is a lot more of the 2009 than there is of the 2008 (after the strict selection, only 50% of the normal production was achieved). Because of the significant tannins, the 2009 requires 3-5 years of bottle age and should evolve for 25-30 years. Wine Advocate, #191 Oct 2010, Robert Parker
Save 10 Percent When you Purchase a case! Tasting Notes - Orin Swift s Proprietary Blend The Prisoner has become the stuff of legend for many of us in the industry. We can never get enough - it always sells out - and (most importantly) the juice in the bottle is fantastic year in and year out. Predominantly Zinfandel with a dash of Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah blended in, it's up there with the best California Zins that cost twice as much. This blends the lush berry flavors of Zinfandel, the power and concentration of Cabernet Sauvignon, the dark black fruit of Syrah, the intensity and structure of Petite Sirah, the flesh of Charbono, and a hint of Grenache - all combined for a decadent wine with great complexity. (Does not include original packaging)
This blends the lush berry flavors of Zinfandel, the power and concentration of Cabernet Sauvignon, the dark black fruit of Syrah, the intensity and structure of Petite Sirah, the flesh of Charbono, and a hint of Grenache - all combined for a decadent wine with great complexity.
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This vintage has a deep ruby hue that is nearly opaque. The aromas elevate from the glass starting with black currant, dark blackberry, cherry, and cassis rounded out by subtle hints of seasoned French and American oak. The entry of the wine is massive and leads into a lush middle framed by bright acid and supple tannins. The finish is long, lingering and filled with soft velvety tannins lasting for nearly thirty seconds.
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What a weekend. Art and I kicked off Friday night by going to the Angels vs. Red Sox game and let me just say that Boston fans are crazy. Our seats were right next to a guy that easily weighed 500 pounds (and he was a Red Sox fan btw). By the 4th inning my back was hurting so bad from having to be cramped to one side since the 500 lb gentlemen was literally spilling over into my seat, we were forced to take rescue in the only 2 empty seats in our area, which were unfortunately right next to another group of Red Sox fans that had had 5 too many beers. After some terse exchanges between myself, Art and the crazy Sox fan, I proclaimed that I would rather be sitting next to the heavy set man than this guy. I told the Sox fan that he was way too tense and he was stressing me out. I don't think he liked that very much...
All ended well though by us taking a nice stroll around the stadium, a landslide Angels victory and an awesome fireworks show.
Saturday was a lounging day but we did get some exercise in. Our new bike trailer arrived and so we took a stroll arond the neighborhood and to Fresh and Easy. We felt so good biking instead of driving to the market and I finally remembered to bring my canvas shopping bag! I bought some ingredients to make grilled eggplant stuffed with feta cheese for a tapas and martini party we were going to later that evening. We got to see our nanny Jill. It just so happened that we needed a sitter for the tapas party and she was going to be back in town for the weekend. Taylor was thrilled to see her and was very excited to get to stay up late and watch a movie with Jill. We had a great time at the party and enjoyed visiting with our friends.
Sunday was dedicated to going to church, grabbing lunch and then after naps we went back to church for an Old Fashioned Picnic. The kids had a great time playing with the hool -a - hoops and watching Art play tug of war. Papa even got to go and proclaimed that he is going to try and make it to church with us every now and then.
And that's the recap of our adventure filled weekend! A couple of pictures at the top are from earlier in the week. We went to Adventure City, a small amusement type theme park for little kids in Anaheim, and we went to the Nature Center with some friends to hear a Celtic band play.


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