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Skip to comments.Survivors of sexual abuse appalled by Penn State unrest
Posted on 11/11/2011 6:47:52 PM PST by Hoodat
How does a survivor of sexual abuse respond to students rioting at Penn State?
"You're not getting it. You just don't get it," said Dave Lorenz who was abused by a priest as a teen.
"It's just stupid youthfulness."
Earlier this week, legendary head football coach Joe Paterno was removed in the midst of a scandal involving sexual abuse allegations against a former defensive coordinator, Jerry Sandusky.
Watching footage of Penn State students rioting in the streets Wednesday night, Lorenzo shuddered, then hung his head.
What bothered Lorenz is that students "rallied around (Paterno's) house, cheering him up."
"The kids up there just don't understand what this does," he said.
"Stop thinking of the adult and start thinking of what happens to a child that goes through this. You love the adult, you may not know the kid. Start thinking of the kid and the horror they go through, because it's hell."
Kayla Garriott, a 22-year-old college student who was sexually abused as a child, said the open support for Paterno was disrespectful to survivors.
"That's the first thing people look at -- that their football team is without their head coach that's been there so many years. Nobody looks at the eight children."
The rioters are "never going to be in those children's shoes. It's not about football. It's about eight children who are never going to get back their lives back. They're going to live with this the rest of their lives. They might not get over that."
(Excerpt) Read more at cnn.com ...
Narcissist that you are, I'm not surprised you think that
You really should look into some of the marvelous strides medical science has been making in the treatment of bipolar affective disorder. I truly hate to see my fellow man suffer so.
The point is that many people (I don't know if this includes you, but I suspect it does) read the report and then assume that Paterno knew exactly what Sandusky had done and had been doing all along. The facts support that he had no idea until 2002, at which point he knew that his graduate assistant had seen something. Paterno has said repeatedly that what was told to him was not explicit or detailed, which explains why he would still not be certain what Sandusky was doing.
Most narcissists are quite insecure, hence their disorder.
That is not my guess. A full investigation will take place and put everyone on the bench. The Regents had heard enough to understand the culpability. I do not wish this on anyone but a decision was made based on information afforded to them.
It will never come back. This story has legs and now Texas is involved. Before you know it, the FBI will stream out.
The Regents know this.
and the plot does thicken....interesting and no doubt will become newsworthy in this whole case.
Certainly by '02, he had allegations by McQueary who was not just a "graduate assistant" but had been his quarterback as an undergrad, and who would really have no motivation to falsify allegations against Sandusky. Even if McQueary was intentionally vague, Paterno's account the GJ specifically included the term "something sexual" with a young boy. There's just no walking it back from there to "no idea."
Wake up people!!!
Sounds like you're intimately familiar with the pathology.
Tell PSU to stop raping children and maybe that distraction will go away.
Yes, I and my sisters were subjected to one as children. Does that satisfy you? I know the type quite well.
Take the sand out of your eyes.....
Nope. I'm sorry to hear about it.
Go ahead and punch on me. I hate it as much as you do. It is a bad time for Penn State.
Sorry... that's not a punch..just a tap.
The abuser, Jerry Sandusky, faces up to 460 years in prison.
Paterno just got fired.
Then the entire board of the University should also be fired and lose any and all professor chairs/positions they hold.
I know I would be devastated to hear this from UT. The worst part of this story is the legacy of Joe Paterno. The last of the old school that has weathered the storms and created a very successful environment. It is a shame.
Wasn't he Sandusky's boss for about 30 years? He either knew or should have known that something wasn't exactly right with this person who reported to him. Lots of other organizations would hold an executive responsible for not protecting the organization from this kind of fallout.
I've wiped cleaner things than Paterno off the bottom of my shoe.
(I hope you took the sand of your own eyes before you typed that)...
Then another poster will come along and type: Colofornian, I hope you took the sand of your own eyes before you typed that to antceecee)...
And then some poster could address that poster with the same Q.
See how "fun" that never-get-off merry-go-round goes?
Bottom line here is that when you make a statement like that, you imply YOU are the one that has no sand in your eyes, and therefore ONLY your vision is trustworthy.
Come now. Making statements like that is worse than the chain letters people start.
The abuser isn't getting a pass, he is under indictment.
Paterno is dealing with moral ones.
We are allowed to make moral judgments based on the facts.
That is fact.
The leadership of the institution is guilty.
Paterno did nothing to stop his friend, he just did the least he was required to do to protect himself.
Yes, but he wasn't good enough to resign, he had to be fired.
These people sound like the defenders of Clinton.
Because it is allowed to continue.
Moreover, McQurry states that he did tell the details to Paterno.
Stop blowing smoke!
#1 Did you see this Friday column from the former sports editor in State College? Ron Bracken: Climate of secrecy led to crumbling of Camelot
What did Ron Bracken conclude as to how long JoePa knew?
"He may not have known what happened prior to 1998 when the first incident involving Sandusky and a child are reported to have occurred but from that moment on he should have been on high alert to the possibility of it happening again."
#2 Barry Switzer said this week that the coaching community is a tight-knit group and that "they ALL" knew. This is actually exemplified by the reality that here, Jerry Sandusky, was THE top defensive coach in the nation...and applied at the University of Maryland and a few other schools after leaving Penn State...yet NONE would take him...tho he was only 55 when he "retired" [more likely "coerced" into retirement]
...2002, at which point he knew that his graduate assistant had seen something. Paterno has said repeatedly that what was told to him was not explicit or detailed, which explains why he would still not be certain what Sandusky was doing.
ALL: Do you think flintsilver can get any more vague than that?
(a) "something of a sexual nature to a young boy" (Joe's testimony before a grand jury) gets "edited" to just "something..."
(b) "fondling" -- a very specific word -- gets spun into "not explicit or detailed"
ALL: Just skip Flintsilver's consistent Grand Jury "edits" and read it yourself...p. 7.
Oh, and btw, Flintsilver:
* When did "fondling" of 10 yo boys become less than a "felony" in your eyes? [Something not worth following up and thru over the months and years?]
* When did "fondling" of 10 yo boys become something that didn't need attention by responsible adults who might protect them?
Even if we grant the "delegation" of Joe lateraling this report to his superiors in 2002. What? This boy (or boys) didn't need protection in '03? In '04?
Are you telling us, Flintsilver, that if McQueary had seen Sandusky BEATING up a 10 yo boy...and came and told Paterno that he saw Sandusky "doing something of a VIOLENT nature" to a 10 yo boy, that this was "something" that wasn't "explicit" or "detailed" enough for Joe to have followed up over the long run?
What? Joe NEVER had ANY opportunity to even follow up that convo with McQueary? What, was McQueary too busy recruiting or workin' with the wide receivers for Joe to get a clarification on ANYTHING over a 6-year period or so?
Why do you and other Paterno supporters keep telescoping an entire relationship into a single weekend?
And, as both McQueary and Paterno realized that the admins were perhaps "stonewalling" any investigation, are you saying that perhaps the most powerful man in Pennsylvania had NO moral influence or could not give directives to an underling to go spend an hour or two or three talking to authorities by 2003, 2004 or so?
Your arguments are so pathetic that you insult the intelligence of so many others!
The local police were never notified, where are you getting this information from?
Sandusky was dealt with in 1998 in regards to showering with young boys.
And how do you know his wife didn't know?
If Paterno is a messenger, it took 9 years for us to get the message.
And Sandusky had access to the University for all that time.
When Clinton shamed his office, we blamed those who should have known and did nothing and those who tried to defend what he did by making it trival, as well as him.
I don't think Sandusky is doing any laughing now, but he was while his buddy Paterno was in charge.
Facts are unimportant to these people, they are defenders of the evil.
I second that!
You're missing the point, which is that both of them are hanging out in the wind, more likely to get whacked or suicided, before every similar sports program across the country gets exposed to investigation.
Both got fired for not doing what was MORALLY required, telling the REAL police.
Do you just go 'round exporting opinions that have been carefully shielded from reading the Grand Jury Presentment?
Let's just deal with Spanier on this post. You don't think...that maybe...just perhaps...just who knows...that the Board of Trustees actually read the Grand Jury Presentment??? Why, shock...surprise!
"Curley testified that he also advised Penn State president Graham Spanier of the information that he had received from the graduate assistant and the steps he had taken as a result. Curley was not specific in the about the language he used to in reporting the 2002 incident to Spanier. Spanier testified to his approval of the approach taken by Curley." (p. 8)
And especially this note on pp. 9-10: "Schultz confirmed that University President Graham Spanier was apprised in 2002 that a report of an incident involving Sandusky and a child in the showers on campus had been reported by an employee. Schultz testified that Spanier approved of the decision to ban Sandusky from bringing children into the locker room and the decision to advise the Second Mile of the 2002 incident."
Well, lookee there.
The previously accepted "formula" of Sandusky + kids on campus was no longer sanctioned in College Station...but if Sandusky wanted to use two Penn State satellite campuses for sports camps for 4th graders on up...Penn State Erie (Behrend) and Penn State Harrisburg (Capital College in Middletown) thru 2008...eh, that was "A-OK" by Penn State standards.
ALL: For details, see:
* Penn State assistant coach ran kid camps after ban
* Sandusky led camp at Penn State Behrend ['Snow ball effect beyond State College]
Tell us, Flintsilver: If what Sandusky did with little boys was so "objectionable" @ College Station, why wasn't it also "objectionable" @ other Penn State campuses?
You mean this was all fine & dandy...as long it was away from the epicenter of Nittany Lyin'ville?
The graduate student didn't see 'something' he saw a boy in the shower with an older man.
Normal people would find that disturbing, you don't seem to.
Yes and what does that have to do with these crimes and the justified outrage over them?
* Penn State Shame From Abuse Scandal Threatens Colleges Rise [Huge losses forecasted there in multiple areas]
* Moody's places PSU bond rating on review for possible downgrade [Penn State]
That's not the only thing that's been downgraded.
I've seen several articles over the past two days where Penn State students are genuinely concerned that a potential employer might be put off by where they obtained their degree from.
Hey, world focused on College Station. Quick! Look over there!
This thread is about crimes that were covered up at a major University, I am sorry that it doesn't rise to the level of importance we think it does.
Just a strong case of denial by those who believe in the cult of PSU.
From columnist Scott Ostler: "With the benefit of hindsight, I wish I had done more," Paterno said in a statement. That's pathetic. You need hindsight to tell you that you must do whatever you can to stop a dangerous criminal?
Source: Penn State's Joe Paterno gets what he deserves
#1 I saw one of those informal polls on Thursday that a Web site will do (can't remember if it was the Centre Daily newspaper or the CBS affiliate out of Harrisburg -- channel 21).
They asked whether the Board of Trustees did the right thing by firing Paterno.
At that time -- and again I'm not claiming it's a "scientific" representation -- but it provides a "glimpse" of an indication...the % breakdown was something like:
50% agreed with the BOT
35% disagreed with the BOT
The other 15% said to wait -- to allow more investigation-wise before acting
I would thereby guestimate then at least 1/3rd of Penn Staters informally sanction the idea that Joe's cover-up was a "good idea."
Of course, if you word it that way, they'd probably say "no way." But the bottom line here is a % somewhere in that neighborhood are still more a part of the initial problem than upholding a spirit of repentance that could lead to becoming part of the solution.
Allow me to summarize what I'm saying here with a Bible passage from 2 Peter (2:6-8):
6 ...if he condemned the cities of Sodom and Gomorrah by burning them to ashes, and made them an example of what is going to happen to the ungodly; 7 and if he rescued Lot, a righteous man, who was DISTRESSED by the depraved conduct of the lawless 8 (for that righteous man, living among them day after day, was TORMENTED in his righteous soul by the lawless deeds he saw and heard)
My "cultural" observation thus far of College Station...and I am by NO MEANS culturally omniscient...so I confess I could be off-base...
...is that so many folks have been more "distressed" and "tormented" (2 Pet. 2:7-8) over JoePa's departure...
...than what the apostle Peter described as the "depraved conduct of the lawless" and "lawless deeds" (same verses) ... which has included the very sanctioning of that conduct and deeds that led to his departure.
It reminds me of how some college students react to the pro-life movement that takes abortion placard trucks and art displays from campus to campus -- with these pictures all depicting aborted babies.
The "pro-choice" students seem inevitably more offended at the people who have brought the pictures than they are over the acts that led to these babies being aborted! How upside down!
These students are essentially part of the "pro-choice cult."
In the same way, Penn State has left the perception that it idolizes the cult personality of JoePa.
There's almost no sense reminding these personality cult members that JoePa has human sinful qualities along with the rest of us. He could ne'er do wrong in their eyes because they have culturally predetermined him to be a "god."
And the Penn State culture has reinforced that for how many decades now?
Hence, this is a corporate cultural matter...a pool of water that ALL in State College have been swimming in for anywhere from one year to decades.
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Cigar, Cigars Collects Coats for the Needy
It is always nice to see the cigar industry giving back to the community. A retailer in Philly recently started a "smoking jackets" coat drive, asking customers to bring in lightly worn jackets for charity purposes. PhillyBurbs.com reports on it, and quotes the owner of Cigar, Cigars saying:
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We can always use more B&M owners like this. If you live in PA, I encourage you to stop by and drop off a coat.
My Father Cigars Reveals New 6 x 60 Blends
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New sizes added to the My Father and the Don Pepin Garcia Original
As times change, smoking preferences change and the new trend for consumers is the 60-ring-gauge cigar. For this reason, you asked and we delivered. There is now a new size in the My Father line and one in the Don Pepin Garcia Original.
In the My Father line we have added the My Father #6, a box pressed Toro Gordo 6 x 60, in an 18 cigar count box. This box will have the beautiful and signature packaging of My Father, but will be in three rows of 6, a new style for this line. Suggested retail price for the My Father #6 is $12.00 per cigar. For the Don Pepin Garcia Original we will be releasing a 6 x 62 Toro Grande, also box pressed in an 18 cigar count box, with traditional Don Pepin Garcia packaging in rows of 6. Suggested retail price for the Don Pepin Garcia Original Toro Grande is $9.50.
Big Ronnie's Cigar 101: Cigar Etiquette For All
Hello smoke fans. Big Ronnie is back! Last time, we were talking accessories and reviewed some of my favorite tools. We reviewed the different types of cutters and lighters, and focused on style.
Today's topic, however, is not about the what, but the how. I'm talking about what to do, and what not to do. That's right, we're diving deep into our cigar culture and focusing on etiquette. Nothing is sexier than confidence. In the following genius, I've laid out how to act "as if" when it comes to cigars. Try to pay attention, as you are about to be armed with knowledge and confidence. Take notes, print the post, whatever – as long as it sticks.
Should I light my friend's cigar?
Do I have to smoke if everyone else is smoking?
Should I bring cigars to parties?
Slow the hell down with the questions already, I'll get there….a little more soap box first:
First and foremost, cigar culture is awesome. Most cigar enthusiasts are more than happy to tell you exactly what they enjoy and why. Cigar shop staff are friendly and helpful. Ask questions, show interest. Don't be a wallflower. Embrace being embraced by the culture, and dive right in. Pick up a copy of Smoke Magazine or Cigar Aficionado, try to find what interests you, then ask about it in your local shop. Foundational knowledge about what you like will help you as you go, but be prepared to learn every time you enter a cigar shop. Embrace it.
When starting out in cigars, it's easy to slip into the deep end and find yourself overwhelmed. The most difficult feeling to shake is that of inexperience. Confidence derives from experience, so if you are a newbie, accept it. Start slow, and take the time to form opinions about what you smoke.
It can be intimidating walking into a humidor for the first time. Step #1, pick something in your price range, then repeat.
Talk about what you like with any cigar shop employee or customer in a humidor. I promise they will be receptive and answer all of your questions.
My recommendations below are targeted towards novice smokers. For those intermediate or advanced smokers reading, keep going, you'll probably learn something. I've broken down my recommendations into 6 categories: (Please let me know if I've missed anything. I take suggestions.)
- Local Cigar Shop
- Club
- Outdoor Party
- Golf
- Hosting Friends
- Women
Most humidors are a wonderland of variety, strength and flavor. Take your time, try things out. Remember, you are the customer and need to feel comfortable about your purchase, every time. Here are some general tips about what to do and not to do at your local shop:
Ask Questions – Cigar shop employees always want to talk about cigars, that why they work there.
Ask for suggestions – You will get more than you can handle. Everyone loves to talk about what they like. When discussing Cigars with shop employees, Big Ronnie takes notes, you should too.
Focus on strength first – Mild, Medium, Full. New enthusiasts should start with mild, work your way up. Try several different mild smokes before progressing. Have fun and try as many as possible.
Share when possible – Who doesn't like to get a free igar? I sometimes buy 2-3 of my preferred cigar so that I can share them with friends when I smoke. It's always more fun for a few guys to taste the same cigar, as you can immediately compare and contrast different viewpoints on taste.
Tip the employees – If a cigar shop employee is very helpful, ask what his favorite smoke in his humidor is, and buy him one. Now, you've got a friend whose brain you can pick anytime. I know, it's genius. You're welcome.
Know the rules of the shop you are going to – Do they serve alcohol or are they BYOB? What are their hours of operation? What are the nearby food options? Knowledge is power.
Say "Thank You" and shake hands – Be friendly, introduce yourself, stay a while. Being perceived as nice, friendly and enthusiastic will get you places in this industry, even if it is just a few more minutes with a knowledgeable shop employee.
Cigar clubs are havens of camaraderie, friendship and good times. They should be viewed as public squares for all who share our interest. Some clubs require membership to receive special benefits, like discounts or members-only events. Here are some general tips about what to do and not to do at your local Cigar club:
Buy from the club you are smoking in – Most Cigar clubs are also shops with full retail inventory. It's OK to bring your own cigars to enjoy, but if a shop sells cigars, buy one from them. It's a classy move, especially if the shop does not have a cutting fee.
What's a cutting fee, Big Ronnie?: A cutting fee in a Cigar club or shop means that you will have to pay a small fee (Usually 5$-15$, one time, not per Cigar) if you'd like to smoke what you bought somewhere else.
Make friends – Frequent visits to a Cigar shop will expose you to other Cigar enthusiasts. Be friendly, sit and smoke with them. Ask questions, give opinions. Be a dude.
Dress appropriately – Clothes do not make the man, but they absolutely shape the way you are perceived. Best foot forward guys, you are diving into a culture of affluence and achievement, dress like it. Personally, I loathe wearing neckties, so I usually skip the tie in lieu of a jacket.
Personally speaking, I would never consider going to my Cigar club, The Grand Havana Room in anything less than Business Casual attire. No jeans, no sneakers, no caps.
Nothing is better than a Summer party. Horseshoes, Lemonade and Cigars! While this should be a no-brainer to light up, there are some considerations. Here are some general tips about what to do and not to do when at an outdoor party:
Can you smoke? – If you are not the host, be respectful and ask. If you do this in advance, you have the opportunity to ask if there will be other smokers at the party. If there are, you have the opportunity to share.
How windy? – If it's windy out, a soft flame lighter will not be best. Bring a torch. Most Cigar shops sell inexpensive torches for just this issue (<$10).
Where will you ash? – Think about this in advance and avoid making a mess. Be classy with your cigars whenever possible, and they should be accepted. Act like a jerk, and noone will want you to smoke around them. Don't be afraid to bring your own ashtray – the effort will be respected.
Be an Ambassador – Offer cigars, engage people in conversation, ask what they like. A great way to learn is through conversation. Don't be shy.
I always prefer to golf with a Cigar. It is a natural fit. Golf and Cigars are natural bedfellows, don't fight it – embrace the union and enjoy golf that much more. Here are some general tips about what to do and not to do when golfing:
Make sure your course allows smoking – I know this is stupid, but NYC courses no longer allow smoking. I have not heard of any other regions restricting golf course smoking, but who the hell knows. Play it safe and call the course in advance.
Cheat! – I use my cigar as a directional marker before I hit. I lay my Cigar about a foot from my ball, pointing in the direction I'd like to hit. It makes it a bit easier for me to aim, without lifting my head. Of course it won't make you a better ball striker, but for me, I'll take any advantage I can get.
Bring enough butane – I find my cigar goes out a little more frequently while I'm golfing, so I typically need relight my Cigar more often. Don't get stuck without a way to light up. This is especially important if you are the Cigar guy in your foursome who brought the goodies. Also, try to have at least one cutter and torch in each cart in your group, as that's much easier than running across the fairway for a light.
Tip your caddy – …With a Cigar. They will love it. If they don't smoke, tell him to give it to someone he knows that does. It's a golf course, there are plenty of Cigar smokers.
Cigars with friends can be a great time. Sharing your passion with others can be hit or miss, though. Whether it be in a backyard over drinks, on a long walk, or after dinner; Cigars provide the opportunity for conversation, laughter and bonding – just make sure all are willing. Here are some general tips about what to do and not to do when entertaining friends:
Who smokes? Who doesn't? – Be aware of this, and always remember to cater to the people who do not smoke as much as those whom you are enjoying a cigar with. Non-enthusiasts will find themselves outside of the fun pretty quickly. Try not to alienate those who don't enjoy Cigars. It's not their fault, no one is perfect.
Never pressure someone to enjoy a cigar – Cigars and Cigar culture can be intimidating for some. Inevitably, when not forced, people loosen up at their own pace. A novice smoker may feel embarrassed cutting or lighting a Cigar in front of experienced smokers. Let them feel comfortable at their own pace. They will. No pressure.
Ashtrays! – You never have enough ashtrays when several people are lighting up. Prepare in advance and make sure that your guests are comfortable. Also, just having ashtrays is not enough. Empty them.
Big Ronnie's tip: Men shouldn't cut or light another man's' Cigar. It is acceptable to light a woman's Cigar for her if she wishes.
Ah, women. Most things men do are either in pursuit of them, or to make them happy. Don't fight it. I understand the social connotations that Cigars bring with them. Cigar smoking men are often mischaracterized as neanderthals, who can only grunt for what they want. Like most people, if women aren't guided through a new experience, they can miss the positives, zero in on the negative(s), and make their mind up that it's not for them. Big Ronnie is not perfect, but thankfully learns from his mistakes. Learn from Big Ronnie.
When it comes to women and cigars, I have been fortunate. I have always had accepting, encouraging women in my life who embraced my hobby/passion/lifestyle/obsession (call it what you will). If you aren't as fortunate, or need to improve your courtship rituals, I've laid out some easy tips that have never gotten me in trouble. Simple things to remember that will help your women enjoy being around you while you enjoy a Cigar. Here are some general tips about what to do when smoking with the fairer sex:
Teach – If possible (and unless asked), try not to cut or light a woman's cigar if it's her first time. Simply assure her she can handle it if she's nervous, and take her through the lighting process, slowly. When it comes to cigars and women, do not rush. Encourage her to ask questions, and make sure you answer them.
Teach More – If possible, try a sampling of cigars with her. Choose several small ring gauge sticks progressing from Mild to Full. Smoke only half of each while tasting, discussing the tasting notes you both have. Compare previous notes as you move on.
Wine – Cigars are a large topic, with many varieties and types. Relate them to wine, if possible, if she is a wine connoisseur. Especially if she is not a cigar smoker, she will understand the regional differences in climate and how they affect the grape – I mean tobacco leaf – is affected by them.
Learn Together – Ask questions you don't know the answers to in front of her. No woman wants to think that they are either with a man who knows it all, or who can't take advice. Maybe try some cigars that are new to you as well, so that you can review them together.
Relax – You don't need to know everything. She will not expect you too. Don't be afraid to say "I don't know, let's find out".
There you have it, Big Ronnie's list of recommendations for maintaining and increasing your sexiness. The rest is up to you.
As always, please send me your feedback on this article or requests for the next one to email@example.com. Thanks and have a great day all!
Big Ronnie's Cigar Shop Tour #1 – Long Island
Several weeks ago, while Big Ronnie was making July 4th plans with fellow CRA Ambassador Christian Aliperti, It struck me that I had not visited some of Long Islands most popular Cigar shops. This was a travesty, as Big Ronnie supports ALL who support the premium hand rolled cigar industry. I needed to get out there and meet some of the players on the Island. As my girlfriend, Erica and I planned on spending the week of July 4th with he and his wife Laura, we would take a day to visit and speak with some of Long Island's most popular shops. Erica also joined the trip as photographer, and did a great job. You will see her eye in the photos below.
As CRA Ambassadors, Christian and I routinely discuss tobacco-related topics at events and herfs. We love getting out there to shake hands with new friends and learn what they like to smoke. For this particular mission, Christian and I were interested in what some local shops were doing to increase awareness and drive business through membership offerings. We visited 3 local shops to ask their teams about membership, events and the general philosophy of owning and operating a Cigar shop in the great state of New York, a formidable challenge today.
Currently, NYS tax on tobacco-related products is 75% (By comparison, tobacco tax in Kansas is 10%). That means if a NY Cigar shop orders $1,000 of product from a vendor (appx. 3-5 boxes of cigars), they already owe $750 to the state at the time of purchase, not sale. So, $1,000 of product costs the shop owner $1,750 before you mark up or sell your first cigar. The current anti-tobacco movement in NYS is trying to raise taxes again, via NYS Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo's recently proposed "loophole closing". The plan would eliminate the existing 75% tax on wholesale cigars, and implement a 50% of retail value tax for all retailers and wholesalers. Additionally, a .20 cents tax on all cigars is intended to be implemented. It's an uphill battle, no doubt.
So here we go, let's get out there, shake some hands and spread love, the Brooklyn way.
The Shops!
Matador Cigars – Roslyn
The first stop on our shop tour was Matador Cigars in Roslyn, NY. Chatting with owner, Boris Grossman about the latest blends in the humidor was a treat. Matador has a very large and diverse selection of cigars from all major manufacturers. This is a complete humidor. Now that we've seen Matador, I can recommend Boris for both cigar and accessories shopping to those on any budget. The space, selection and focus, are all very impressive. While we were there enjoying a cigar and chatting, a 20-something guy came in and said to Boris, "I'd like a mild cigar". He immediately took the opportunity to help a new cigar enthusiast learn about what he might like. He took the time to walk the young man through the humidor and chose a stick based on his preferences. I think he earned a customer. With service like that, why wouldn't he return?
Boris is an Ambassador to the industry in the best sense of the word. Beautifully kept shop, politically active, friendly and very knowledgeable.
Matador offers monthly events, memberships and was driving awareness for the NYTA's "New York Stogathon" Event. Boris spoke to several walk-in customers about the event while we were there. It was very good to hear him encourage people to spend their hard earned money ensuring their rights to enjoy cigars will be protected.
I smoked a Viaje C-4 and Christian enjoyed an Illusione Ultra while we chatted w/Boris about the industry.
CHRISTIAN'S NOTES – Matador – Illusione Ultra- The Ultra corona starts off with leather, earth and mild spice. Medium smoke which develops midway into coffee and continued leather notes. Last third spice returns and then quickly changes to an earthiness on the finish. I think the corona is the perfect format to represent a blend and the Ultra does not disappoint.
We also snagged a pack of CAO Flavors; Eileen's Dream. These are a favoritie of Christian's wife, Laura. While we're on CAO Flavors, Erica & Laura also love the Kamasutra and Moontrance flavors in this line, but thanks to our overzealous Mayor, they are no longer legal for sale in NYC. A NOTE ON BLOOMBERG – NYC Mayor Michael Bloomberg has reportedly contributed $220M of his own to the Anti-Tobacco movement.
The 4yo shop offers it's members 15% off all boxes and 10% off all accessories. The $450/year membership is currently sold out with over a dozen on the waiting list. Not surprising, considering the quality of the shop & owner.
Matador's beautiful pipe selection is in part, due to Manager Frank Cervone, who managed the 42nd St. Barclay Rex shop for over 20 years. I am not a pipe smoker currently, but will be adding pipes to my repertoire. SIDE NOTE: I'm quite looking forward to pretending I'm Sherlock Holmes and annoying my girlfriend with stupid quotes once I start smoking pipes. Haha.
Tobacco Plaza – Great Neck
Upon entering this Nassau County shop, we immediately felt at home. There was a nice, mellow crowd of 5 in their front seating area, with staff busy unpacking new cigar shipments. Constant, all-inclusive conversation is the name of the game here. The Tobacco Plaza humidor is an interesting one, with a nice selection of premium hand rolled cigars. In addition to the cigars, there is also an 8 seat, smoking area with 2 televisions. This is the first smoking area I have EVER seen inside a humidor. I was always taught that there is no smoking inside humidors. At my club, The Grand Havana Room, there are signs everywhere asking you not to smoke in the humidor. I will have to think about this some more before I offer an opinion. Different to say the least.
Danny and Christian immediately began speaking about the custom blend cigar made specifically for Tobacco Plaza: The DD, made special for Tobacco Plaza by Pete Johnson of Tatuaje. The DD is offered in 2 varieties, dry pack and wet pack, both pack a punch. Christian and I sampled a DD wet pack and found it to be a full bodied, complex smoke that should not be taken lightly. Before Danny handed it to me, he asked "Have you eaten lunch yet?" I love being warned about the strength of cigars, as I almost inevitably puff harder just to see how hard it kicks. The DD was as strong as advertised and reminded me of a Rocky Patel Edge Maduro. A nice smoke that I will surely enjoy again.
CHRISTIAN'S NOTES – Tobacco Plaza – DD Wet Pack- Having smoked the regular release of the Double D I can tell you the Wet Pack version does not start off with the full flavored punch that the non-Wet Pack did. Interestingly most wet pack cigars I've smoked have had a full/rawness to them being relatively fresh. This is NOT to say that this cigar is weak by any means. The initial smokes begins with strong leather, underlying earthiness and I picked up a sweetness as well. Full bodied midway but not with the heft the original release had. This is not a bad thing as the original DD punched you in the face to start. Woody notes mixed with leather continued through this smoke. In the last third the fullness mellowed out with cocoa and sweet tobacco on the finish. I think this cigar needs time to settle as the flavors were not overly complex, however if you have smoked the original you need to check this one out to compare as you will be surprised at the differences.
I love the art on display at TP. Our favorite was a vintage picture of Babe Ruth sitting at a rolling table in Cuba. The walls of TP are filled with pictures from various trips to the Camacho properties in Honduras. Camacho also co-sponsored the custom built-lounge at Tobacco Plaza.
Discussing cigar taxes and politics with co-founder Marshall Holman (who opened the shop in 1972) was amazing. I learned a lot about the history of NYC's smoking cessation practices over the years. The more I discuss politics and taxes RE: tobacco, the more outlandish I find the Gov't's activities to be. I look forward to chatting more with Marshall in the future.
As for membership, their lockers are $300/year. While unofficially, the membership includes the locker only, there are other benefits to patronizing this shop, such as Sunday breakfasts (where members will bring in bagels and coffee) and weekly member gatherings.
When we arrived at Huntington Humidor, we were greeted by HH's super friendly manager James Thompson. Man, I love this guy. James has been managing HH since 2007 (HH opened in 1995). James spoke about HH's memeber-oriented events like their annual Skeet/Fishing trips, Mini Golf & Bocce events.
Huntington Humidor has a deep membership offering for it's patrons.
$150/annual for basic (5% discount on all cigars)
$200/annual – Shared Locker (5% discount on all cigars)
$350/annual – Personal Locker (10% discount on all cigars).
Additional "Members Only" benefits exist also. Take for instance, HH's "extended access" program. Members can access the lounge during closed hours. That's a nice benefit for members. HH also offers a $5 cutting fee so that for non-members are encouraged to enjoy the lounge as well.
Also in attendance during our visit was Brad Seidre, an A.J. Fernandez rep, who was there raising awareness about their lines. I was offered and enjoyed a San Lotano Connecticut stick. A nice even cigar that burned well and finished smooth. I would like to try their other lines in the future.
HH has a new custom blend cigar line "Mardi Gras" made by Pride Vintage Tobacco that they are raising awareness for. I am told it will be out by the time of the 2012 IPCPR event.
CHRISTIAN'S NOTES – Huntington Humidor – San Lotano Maduro Corona- The SL maduro started off with a blast of pepper which really gets you on the retrohale. Full on wood flavors dominate with touches of leather. Midway the pepper nearly drops off and wood, earth and espresso notes profile. The last third brought back another blast of spice along with wood and earth to round out its short finish. I enjoy the San Lotano Habano line and the maduro is a nice change of pace.
Overall, we are very happy with the day and how it went. We visited 3 strong Cigar shops that focus on premium hand rolled cigars. On your travels, please take the opportunity to spend some time in these shops talking with their friendly, knowledgeable staff. You won't be disappointed. Tell them Big Ronnie sent you!
Contributors: Christian Aliperti
Photo Credit: Erica Stella, StellaBellaHome.com
Big Ronnie's Cigar 101: Cutters and Lighters
Big Ronnie is back smoke fans. In my last post, we reviewed some basics about cigar care and aging. We also reviewed ways to store premium hand-rolled cigars and some basic humidor types. Assuming that our readers have the basics down and are now ready to get a little flashy, the topic of this post will be accessories (cutters, lighters, etc).
What's the difference between a soft flame lighter and a torch?
Why wouldn't you use a punch cutter on a torpedo?
How much do I have to spend to get a blah blah blah blah….
All your questions will be answered grasshoppers. After this post, all you have to do is pick the price range for your new goodies and infuse your own personal stye into your choices. Floss. Go fancy. Get extravagant. Or not. Completely up to you.
Many cigar accessories are geared to either personal or shared use. We'll review what is reasonable to share and travel with, and what is best for home or club use. Will you share your new toys? I think you will.
Cigar accessories serve a greater role than merely prepping your cigar to be enjoyed. They are a reflection of your own style and often inspire more conversation than cigars themselves. Pick up any copy of Cigar Aficionado magazine, you will see pages of accessory reviews, from affordable, entry-level items, to items that are to be wished about as they are unattainable to most.
OK Big Ronnie, I think I'd like to purchase a quality cigar lighter, what should I get?
Before you make any accessory choice, you have to consider the lifestyle of the owner and try to estimate the actual (not intended) use.
Where will you keep it?
Will you travel with it?
How often will you use it?
Do you want it to be a conversation piece?
Depending on the user and preference of style, you have several different lighter types available. There are many manufacturers of many lighter styles. Some manufacturers have large lines of varied lighters, others only specialize in the high end. Even though it may seem counter-intuitive, cigarette lighters should not be used to light cigars. Cigar lighters typically have larger/multiple flames and require more butane than cigarette lighters. Even traditional lighters like Zippos, while about as Americana as it gets, are not well suited to handling cigars due to using liquid gas, as the smell that may be transferred to your cigar.
- There are 2 flame choices when it comes to lighters. Soft flame and torch.
- Soft flame lighters are like candle light and have a soft orange/yellow flame.
- Torch lighters are jet based (and have a hissing noise when lit) and use more butane than soft flame lighters and typically have more than one jet. Three or even five flame torches are common.
My favorite torch cigar lighter is the Rocky Patel 5 Burner Torch. Technically, a table lighter (to be used by multiple smokers at a time), it has 3 different size cigar punches (cutters) in the base and holds a ton of butane (I unfortunately lost mine to the TSA when I forgot it on a carry-on flight back from Vegas in '05. Booooo). Basic, single flame torches start at about $5 for disposable models and about $25 for refillable, more presentable models. The most expensive (generally available) torch out there is about $120.
Soft flame lighters are the most popular choice and are offered by every manufacturer. You can purchase basic soft flame lighters from manufacturers like Colibri or Prometheus. Prices on basic soft flame lighters start at about $20 and will cost upward of $120 for premium models. There are literally hundreds of styles to choose from and you really are only limited by your imagination and budget.
What about nicer than premium Ronnie?
Well, if you want to go crazy, or just hit the lottery, there are may ways you can floss with cigar accessories. Gold plated, hand inlaid cigar bands, jeweled, Chinese lacquer, and about 50 other unnecessary options are available. I went a little nuts about 10 years ago when I bought the lighter I still carry. The company is S.T. Dupont and my gunmetal finish solid brass lighter is a beast. This Ligne2 (dual flamed cigar lighter) is a favorite and has never clogged or let me down. My Dupont is a discontinued model and is currently selling for more than the $650 I paid for mine.
Also, keep in mind that when you buy a quality lighter, you should make sure you pick up the case. The matching crocodile skin leather case for my S.T. Dupont Ligne2 lighter is $150. Yes, $800 is unnecessary for a cigar lighter, but in my position as the sexiest Ambassador for the Cigar Rights of America out there, I light a lot of cigars and I insist on impressing. One piece of advice for those investing in a quality cigar lighter – do not fly internationally with them in your carry-on. Domestically, the TSA recognizes cigar accessories and will not confiscate them, but internationally it's the wild West. Play it safe and check your lighters every time.
What about cutters Big Ronnie, do you have some crazy cigar cutter you roll with?
Of course, but we"ll get to that in a minute.
A cigar cutter is a device with a blade of some sort that prepares a cigar to be lit. The goal for most cigars is to remove the smallest amount of tobacco possible in order to draw the smoke through the cigar. Most cigar cutters accomplish this through the use of blades. Single blade guillotine-style cutters have been popular and classy for over 100 years. Double blade cutters are the most popular styles among affordable ($10-$50) cutters. Some manufacturers even make crazy, geometric-looking three blade cutters. Another type of blade cutter is cigar scissors, very much like they sound, using two sharp blades a la handheld scissors.
Non-blade cigar cutters are in the form of a punch. A cigar punch is a small circular blade used for poking a perfect hole in the head of your cigar. This was the preferred method of cutting for Big Ronnie for a long time. I liked the consistency, and the relatively small amount of loose tobacco at the end of a cigar after a cut (compared to blade cutters). I also enjoyed the ability to pick the proper size punch for the cigar, as punch cutters come in various sizes. Punch cutters are not perfect for all smokes, as you cannot simply trim the head of a small ring gauge cigar, or punch cut a torpedo (pointy head) type cigar. Scissor and blade type cutters do not have this limitation, and can cut/prepare any cigar for lighting.
As for the cutter that I carry with me: It is a Xikar Havana Collection (in blue) with hand inlaid cuban cigar bands by artists in Paris, France.
Necessary? No.
A conversation piece, and one that gets admired every time I hand it to someone? Yes.
Badass? Absolutely.
All Xikar cutters come with a lifetime warranty. This means that when (not if) your cutter gets dull, send it to Xikar, no receipt necessary and they will clean it, sharpen it, and ship it back to you with a free inexpensive & durable leather case. I've sent my Xikar cutter in for maintenance several times without issues. Xikar's warranty, combined with their crazy materials (e.g. Carbon Fiber, Mammoth Ivory, Pave' Diamonds, Rare Woods, etc.) make them my favorite and most recommended accessory company. I never hear complaints about their products, and they are continuing to expand their line quickly.
While nice, my Xikar won't break the bank, and there are many similar styles from Xikar, starting at about $30. My Blue Xikar Habana cutter cost $200, before the cost of the case. No regular case, mind you either. The $75 stingray skin leather case is a conversation piece in itself.
What about those funny wood sticks I see people light cigars with?
Those sicks are called spills, and they are typically made of Spanish Cedar, the same type of wood that most quality humidors are made out of. They theory is that by keeping a liquid gas flame (not butane) away from your cigar, you won't impart any taste from the gas. I don't necessarily buy this theory (though I would never light a cigar with a Zippo for the same reason), though I do think the practice is sound. It is very cool lighting your cigar with spills once you get the hang of it. Controlling the size of the flame is key, don't let it get too big or the wood will burn quickly and you will have to use more than one. Cedar spills are sexy, just make sure you know how to maintain the sexiness during the light. This comes with practice, and I am not perfect. I've accidentally burnt my moustache once or twice. If you want top of the line cedar spills, head over to Commonwealth Cedar Spills – they'll even engrave your name on their beautiful spill boxes.
There you have it, my smokies, Big Ronnie's overview on how and why to purchase a new cigar accessories.
As always, please drop me a line with questions or comments and for God's sake, join the Cigar Rights of America!
Honduran Cigar Vendors Attempting an Asian Break-In
We recently posted a story about how China now represents more than one third of the cigar smokers of the world. And it seems like the cigar industry is beginning to react to that news. Focus Taiwan reports that Honduran cigar manufacturers like Rocky Patel and Don Humo Cigar Company are trying to establish ties with importers. They hope to gain access to the large Taiwanese cigar market, but the long-run goal is direct access to the massive Chinese market.
New York Cigar Specials: 7/2-7/9
In our quest to support New York brick and mortar shops, as well as to serve our readers, FineTobaccoNYC is now compiling a weekly list of cigar specials to aid you in finding the best bang for your buck. Weekly deals will be posted every Tuesday until further notice. As this is a new feature of our website, the first edition will be smaller, so check back every week, and watch the list grow!
- "Papa Juan Happy Hour" From 12:00pm-5:00pm. Waved beverage fees with cigar purchase.
- Purchase any two cigars for a complimentary house blend.
- Independence Day Special. Buy any three cigars get a free H. Upmann Connoisseur 40.
- Mention FineTobaccoNYC for waived corking fee.
If you have a weekly cigar deal you want everyone to know about, please 1) email me at matthias.ftnyc(at) gmail.com and then drop it in the comments below.


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If you have precisely the irresistible desire to put this drawing between your fav there I would ask you to do so between 16 and 22 December, so perhaps you help me to win XD
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Thanks for sharing Edward with all of us
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Mass Effect 3 Operation: Vigilance Weekend Kicks Off Today
Written Friday, September 07, 2012 By Lee BradleyView author's profile
Operation: Vigilance, the latest Mass Effect 3 bounty weekend, kicks off today.
The blurb says, "Unexpected attacks have taken out several squads and damaged vital Alliance equipment. We will deploy drones to repair damage and investigate the nature of these attacks."
The Squad Goal is to complete up to and including wave 10 on any difficulty without using a consumable. That means no medi-gel, ammo, Ops pack or Cobra missile launcher.
The Allied goal, meanwhile, is to complete 250,000 escort missions on any difficulty. There are no special circumstances this weekend.
As ever, squad goal success grants individual players a Commendation Pack, while Allied goal success will give all players a Victory Pack.
Operation: Vigilance runs from Friday September 7th to Sunday, September 9th.
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AmeriPlan® is a member of the National Association of Dental Plans.
Who We Are
AmeriPlan® was founded in 1992 in Plano, TX and has become the largest and fastest-growing Health and Dental Company in the United States. The company is a member of the Consumer Health Alliance, National Association of Dental Plans, Chamber of Commerce, and has a very impressive "A+" Rating with the Better Business Bureau.
Our Benefit Packages run as little at $25.00 per month and have no deductibles, no waiting periods, and can be used to treat all ongoing conditions. There are over 400,000 health providers on our network, and the plans are accepted at all major vision centers, pharmacies, and every hospital in the country.
What We Offer
Ameriplan® offers an opportunity to make an incredible income from the comfort of your own home without selling products, having home parties, making lists of people, or bothering your friends or family.
Both of the positions available can be worked on a part-time or full-time basis. You will also be able to choose if you want to work on the internet, or if you would like to work in your local area.
Regardless of how much or where you choose to work, you will have ALL the support, encouragement, training, and tools to guide you throughout your entire career.
The Available Positions
We offer two positions that are available immediately. Once you work with AmeriPlan®, you can choose to work with both positions, or simply work one. The choice is up to you.
*1st Position - Training Specialist/Recruiter
We are looking for people that will take pride in helping others work for our company. All you need is your computer and your phone to work. Every month, millions of people are searching online/offline to find a legitimate, work-at-home career, and now you can help them find that, all while making an amazing income from the comfort of your home.
We will train you, step by step, on how to master this position. You must be coachable and willing to have fun interviewing people.
*2nd Position - Benefits Specialist
We are looking for people that want to help people save money on their health benefits. This too, is a very rewarding position. Without you, millions of people wouldn't know about the wonderful benefits AmeriPlan® offers. You will be helping others save hundreds and thousands of dollars on the rising cost of healthcare.
What We Don't Do:
- NO Hard Selling
- NO Making Lists of Friends or Family
- NO Home Parties
- NO Cold Calling
- NO Telemarketing
- NO Inventory to stock and sell
- NO exchanges of monies (all online)
We only have to contact people who requested information from us regarding what we offer! This makes all the difference! We share the information, answer their questions, and let them make a decision of whether AmeriPlan® is a good fit for them.
The Pay and Incentives
With AmeriPlan®, you will earn daily and monthly paychecks!
With AmeriPlan®, we are paid two ways. We receive upfront pay and monthly residual income. Residual income is great because you keep getting paid over and over again for the work you did one time. You will continue to receive a portion of that same person's monthly membership month after month, year after year. So our checks keep growing every month. While we may enroll 10 this month and 10 next month, then we are getting paid for twenty and so on. And five years down the road, you are still getting paid for these same people provided they are still active and you will accumulate a LOT of people over time. This is how we have thousands of reps making $25,000 or $50,000 even $75,000 a year or more working from home part time. Residual income is powerful and truly life changing.
When you enroll a new team member to work with the company, you will receive between $40-$100 in upfront commissions and also a 40% monthly residual of $10-$16 per person depending on which level they choose.
When you enroll a new benefit plan, you will receive between $20-$50 in upfront commission and also a 40% monthly residual income of between $10-$16 per person depending on which plan they choose.
We Also Work With Many Fortune 500 Companies:
AmeriPlan® is a member in high standings with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.
AmeriPlan® Offers Two Home Positions
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What You Will Receive
As a homeworkers/agents with AmeriPlan®, you will receive everything you need to run your business from home, plus many benefits!!
~ You will get a Back-Office Website. This is where we enter all of our applications, check on our team members, and our paychecks. Basically, we run the business from this website.
~ You'll receive Several Professionally Designed E-Commerce Websites with all of our services listed for potential customers to look at, locate providers, and enroll into a package. (These websites are completely up and operational with your own URL. All you will need to do is activate them. Domain name hosting, web site design, and maintenance is all provided by the company.)
~ You will also receive Ongoing and Unlimited Training through our training website, conference call lines, training materials, and special training classes.
~ AmeriPlan® has a huge Customer Support/ Broker Support Center at our Corporate Headquarters in Plano, TX. They process all the applications for us, process payments, and field all of our customers' calls. This department also handles all of the administrative work for us, including bookkeeping, credit card processing, and payroll. When we enroll people into these plans, corporate mails out the membership cards and a 800#. When the customers have questions, they contact AmeriPlan® instead of us.
~ As an agents with the company you won't keep any inventory in your home. AmeriPlan® mails the new broker packages and the membership packages along with their benefit cards. The company covers all of the shipping costs also.
~ Also, your entire household receives Ameriplan's® Largest Discount Package to Help Save You Money Every Day!
~ Direct Deposit is also provided as you promote within the company.
~ When you get started, you are going to receive a New Broker Package online with printable colored brochures, applications, and all the forms you will need.
~ You will have me as a Personal Coach. I will be there to help and guide you to build your business. I will make sure all of your questions are answered, and you have all of the tools needed to be a successful home agent. I will also be providing you with people to contact (leads).
How To Get Started
As an Independent Business Owner There is a:
-$24.95 annual enrollment
With that, you're going to receive professionally designed e-commerce websites for your business. Also, AmeriPlan® has a customer service department at our home office in Dallas, they service all of our benefit members for us so when we enroll these plans, they mail them their membership cards and an 800# and when the customers have questions, they contact them instead of us.
We also have a small monthly Broker Fee. The first one is due when you get started, and your future fees will be treated as a payroll deduction as long as your residual earnings are larger than the amount of your Broker Fee. All of us that work have no problem covering it. The amount of your Broker Fee depends on which level you choose to come in at. *** In order to be eligible to receive paychecks, you will have to choose one of the levels.
You have two options to choose from:
No matter which option you choose, you will have the potential to earn an INCREDIBLE INCOME right from the comfort of your home, and also receive a FANTASTIC Benefit Package for you and your entire household!!!
Small Business Tax Deductions
In addition to the benefit of generating an income from the comfort of your home, you also receive huge tax deductions.
As an Independent Contractor, you will receive a HUGE tax deduction. You will be able to write off your monthly Broker Fee, a portion of your mortgage or rent, our electric, phone, computer, internet, gas and more. Any additonal overhead expenses like paper, pens, ink, or business cards are also a write off.
You will be AMAZED at the savings you will receive!!
Bonus Earnings
FAST Track Program
RSD within 30 days is $300
Rookie of the Year
Rookie of the Month will be awarded $500.00
Rookie of each quarter will be awarded $1,000
Rookie of the year will be awarded $3,000
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Get back in touch with the person that sent you to this site. They will talk with you, answer all your questions, and get you training and working within the hour.
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Parent's Magazine mentions AmeriPlan® as one of the Top 25 ways for pregnant women to save money on Healthcare Costs.


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Hi! I'm looking for a photo that somebody posted on here maybe a year ago ...very neat photo of a rotational fall into water off a large jump, horse is completely vertical, rider's arms outstretched, but they haven't yet hit the water so you can see their reflection.
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Book your room at Agriturismo Le Case di Campagna
Get an overview of this hotelVerona farm stay in Valerio Catullo Airport with restaurant and outdoor pool
Located in Valerio Catullo Airport, this farm stay is 3 mi (4.8 km) from Equestrian Sporting Club Paradiso and within 6 mi (10 km) of Stadio Marcantonio Bentegodi and Castelvecchio. Basilica of San Zeno Maggiore and Veronafiere are also within 6 mi (10 km).
Property Features
Along with a restaurant, this farm stay has an outdoor pool and a seasonal outdoor pool. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and multilingual staff.
Room Amenities
All 15 soundproofed rooms feature free wired Internet and Select Comfort beds. Guests can enjoy private pools, and other standard amenities include WiFi, refrigerators, and TVs.Would you like to give us feedback? Share it! Opens in a new window
Agriturismo Le Case di CampagnaVia Chioda 238 Verona VR 37136
Hotel Amenities
Hotel Amenities
The farm stay offers a restaurant. Public areas are equipped with complimentary high-speed wireless Internet access. This Verona farm stay also offers an outdoor pool, a terrace, and multilingual staff. Complimentary self parking is available on site.
- Airport transportation (surcharge)
- Pool umbrellas
- Express check-in
- Express check-out
- Free self parking
- Free WiFi
- Front desk (limited hours)
- Garden
- Hair salon
- Luggage storage
- Multilingual staff
- Number of buildings/towers - 1
- Number of floors - 1
- Outdoor pool
- Outdoor seasonal pool
- Pool sun loungers
- Restaurant
- Television in common areas
- Terrace
- Total number of rooms - 15
- Year Built 2010
Family Friendly Amenities
- Cribs/infant beds (complimentary)
- Free Wi-Fi
- Outdoor pool
- Refrigerator
- Rollaway/extra beds available
- Soundproofed rooms
Available in all rooms: WiFi (surcharge) , Free wired high-speed Internet
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Free self parking
Room Amenities
- Air conditioning
- Bidet
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- In-room climate control (air conditioning)
- Free bottled water
- Free toiletries
- Free cribs/infant beds
- Desk
- Down comforter
- Free wired high-speed Internet
- In-room safe
- Premium bedding
- Private bathroom
- Private pool
- Rainfall showerhead
- Refrigerator
- Rollaway/extra beds available
- Shower only
- Sleep Number by Select Comfort mattress
- Soundproofed rooms
- Television
- WiFi (surcharge)
Where to Eat
Agriturismo Le Case di Campagna has a restaurant on site.
Nearby Things to Do
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
- Bicycle rentals nearby
To make requests for specific accessibility needs, complete the "Special or Accessibility Requests" section of "Trip Preferences" when you book your hotel.
- Accessible bathroom
Hotel Policies
Check-in time starts at Noon
Minimum check-in age is 18
Check-in time ends at 9 PM
Special check-in instructions:
Check-out time is 10 AM
Payment types
- Pets not allowed
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit are required at check-in for incidental charges.
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.
- A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.50 per person, per night, up to 5 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 15 years of age.
- Resort fee: EUR 2.50 per accommodation, per night
Optional extras
- Airport shuttle fee: EUR 5 per person (roundtrip)
- Rollaway beds are available for an additional fee
Hotel Name
- Agriturismo Case di Campagna
- Agriturismo Case di Campagna Agritourism
- Agriturismo Case di Campagna Agritourism Verona
- Agriturismo Case di Campagna Verona
We should mention
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 2999.99, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.


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Ventilation has become one of the hot topics of the building industry in recent years – particularly since the recent revisions to the Building Regulations for England & Wales.
We have a fully trained and experienced team which specialises in domestic ventilation systems. They work with house builders and developers, as well as local authorities and housing associations, to provide the right ventilation system for any development to ensure it complies with Part F (Ventilation) of the Building Regulations and other Technical Standards. From mechanical ventilation with heat recovery sytems (MVHR) to trickle ventilators, Titon has product to aid compliance with the requirements of the Code for Sustainable Homes.
We have a dedicated Design team can also take plans for any housing development and recommend the most efficient whole house ventilation unit according to build specification.
The Titon range of mechanical ventilation with heat recovery units have been developed in-house and are manufactured at Titon's factory in the UK. All are thoroughly tested and many achieve Energy Savings Trust Best Practice performance levels. All Titon products also offer unique benefits throughout the supply chain, being highly efficient to specify, supply, fit and operate.


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Rutland Town board considers going digitalBy Courtney Parker
CORRESPONDENT | June 22,2013Out with the old and in with the new was a theme of the Rutland Town Select Boards meeting this week, as board members discussed going paperless and using iPads.
Selectman John Faignant was approached by a local iPad distributor who suggested the Apple mobile tablets for municipal use. He said he found it a worthwhile consideration for the board.
It certainly got my attention, Faignant said. Its really neat information.
Other board members had similar reactions, agreeing that an educational meeting would be beneficial.
I think its a good idea, said Selectman Don Chioffi, adding the idea had already crossed his mind.
Chioffi said the devices would offer a more convenient way of circulating important documents to the board. They would also reduce the use of paper.
According to Faignant, the iPad distributor told him other towns in the region have taken the digital route and found the devices a worthy investment, recouping initial costs within the first year.
Lets get the information and go from there, said Selectman Joseph Dicton.
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