text:
[Geoff Kaiser has given me the keys to Seattle Beer News for a few weeks, so I'll be cross-posting some of my bar reviews over there. Since the focus at SBN is beer, I'll be scrutinizing each bar's beer selection more closely than I do here.]
A couple days ago, I paid my first visit to Liberty on 15th Avenue in Capitol Hill. I've lived close by for the last five years and I've never set foot inside until now. The reasons? First, Liberty is known for its cocktails and I'm primarily a beer drinker. But the main reason is that every time I walk by, the place is crowded with the kind of people who… well, let's just say they don't seem like my kind of people.
It was a good decision to go to Liberty during happy hour early in the week. It wasn't packed and my special lady friend Francesca and I were able to snag two seats at the end of the bar. It took several minutes for me to page through the thick drink menu, which lists a crapload of cocktails by spirit (whiskey, vodka, gin, tequila), as well as house infusions (some in cool skull jars on the bar) and flights where you get four half-ounce pours of different liquors. I decided on the Holy Grail, a house-created cocktail with Maker's Mark 46, Peychaud's bitters and lemon verbena. It was tasty. My lady had a well gin and tonic and the gin was higher quality than most well gins.
After the cocktail, I turned my attention to the beer selection and found it left something to be desired. They have seven taps, five of which–Guinness, Stella Artois, Hoegaarden, Manny's Pale Ale and PBR–can be found at almost any Seattle bar. The other two were the 3 Skulls IPA and Odin's Gift Ruby Ale. I'll give Liberty points for offering local beers, but feel like they could be a bit more adventurous with their choices. The bottle list was similar, with a few things I'd drink, but nothing out of the ordinary. I ended up having a couple pints of Manny's and also sampled a few bourbons. For food, Liberty has fresh sushi, and after watching the sushi guy preparing orders, we couldn't resist trying some. It was good, but not enough to make it a sushi destination for me.
Overall, I liked Liberty more than I thought I would. If you're into inventive cocktails or want to sample and learn about high-quality liquor, it's a place worth seeking out. Unfortunately, if it's good beer you're after, you should probably go down the block to Hopvine or Smith.
Friday, October 8, 2010
Thursday, September 30, 2010
Bar #17: The Grizzled Wizard - Wallingford
When The Grizzled Wizard opened several months ago, the word was that a metal bar had opened in Wallingford. That might've been an exaggeration. The owners are metal fans, but more than anything it's a simple, neighborhood bar.
The Wizard consists of two rooms. The main room has a long bar, television, jukebox (the good kind, not one of the shitty internet ones that cost $1 a tune) and a multi-arcade game machine. The lighting is dim, with the only illumination coming from paper lanterns hanging from the ceiling. The other room has a pinball machine and a bunch of cool movie posters.
Drinkwise, they have a few beers on tap (including a couple local selections), canned and bottled beers and a small selection of spirits. They've also developed some house cocktails and infused vodkas with questionable stuff like Sweden Fish. The two times I've been to the bar, I stuck with tap beer like an IPA from Elliott Bay or cans of Hamm's.
Foodwise, they were only offering frozen dinners when I was there, but I hear they've since added pulled pork sandwiches and a few other real food items. The co-owners cooked at Swingside Cafe and other places, so the food is probably worth checking out.
On its website, the Wizard claims to be a "clean dive." As I've said before, I think people in Seattle are too quick to call places dives. I guess calling a bar a dive gives it some kind of cache with hipsters who want to drink PBRs and pretend they're in a seedy and dangerous place. There's nothing seedy or dangerous about this bar. That's not to say that I don't like the Wizard. The place feels comfortable and there is metal on the jukebox. It's a place I'd drink at regularly if I were still working in Wallingford.
Tuesday, September 28, 2010
Bar #16: Clever Bottle - Belltown
Clever Bottle, a place that focuses on on cocktails featuring wine and/or beer. We were there on a Friday during happy hour, and it was pretty dead. The feel of the place has more in common with the area's upscale eateries than it does with bars like Shorty's and Lava Lounge.
In addition to the non-spirits cocktail angle, there are wines by the glass, a few taps of typical local beers and a menu of small plates using high quality, local ingredients from Pike Place Market. I had a Black Velvet made with lemon, sparkling wine and Deschutes Black Butte Porter. It was decent, but nothing that'll have me rushing to mix wine and beer again in the near future.
We wondered if Clever Bottle will survive if it's so dead on a Friday late afternoon. I talked with the owner Kristen, and she said business has been good overall and usually picks up later in the evening. While it may not the best choice for a pub crawl, Clever Bottle could be a good call for a date. I could see it being a pre- or post-dinner option for people eating nearby. Despite its cute name and the limited options for beer drinkers, I could see coming back with my lady for a drink and some eats.
In addition to the non-spirits cocktail angle, there are wines by the glass, a few taps of typical local beers and a menu of small plates using high quality, local ingredients from Pike Place Market. I had a Black Velvet made with lemon, sparkling wine and Deschutes Black Butte Porter. It was decent, but nothing that'll have me rushing to mix wine and beer again in the near future.
We wondered if Clever Bottle will survive if it's so dead on a Friday late afternoon. I talked with the owner Kristen, and she said business has been good overall and usually picks up later in the evening. While it may not the best choice for a pub crawl, Clever Bottle could be a good call for a date. I could see it being a pre- or post-dinner option for people eating nearby. Despite its cute name and the limited options for beer drinkers, I could see coming back with my lady for a drink and some eats.
Friday, September 24, 2010
Bar #15: Virginia Inn - Downtown
I said I wasn't going to write up places that are more restaurant than bar, but that idea's gone out the window. From now on, I'm just going to report on every establishment that'll serve me. Recently, I visited Virginia Inn, a place that's definitely more dining spot than drinking destination. Located a block away from Pike Place Market in the area where downtown meets Belltown, the Virginia has cocktails, wine and ten or so beers on tap.
The bar area is a small percentage of the room, with table seating taking up most of the space. There are also several small outdoor tables, which tourists covet when the weather's nice. Most of the beer selections are local, which is good since it forces the tourists to drink something that isn't advertised on television. I had a couple Boundary Bay IPAs and they tasted fine.
I visited during happy hour and, oddly, there were no discounts on drinks—only on food. To encourage both eating and drinking, they offer half-price small plates if you order a beverage. For $4, I had a hummus plate that was a decent snack. They also had plates with smoked salmon, deviled eggs and pâté.
Even though I work downtown, I don't see Virginia Inn becoming a regular drinking spot. There's nothing about the bar that stands out and during the good weather months it's lousy with tourists. For me, it'll only be an occasional option for a few pints and a snack during happy hour.
Tuesday, August 10, 2010
Bar #14: Pony - Capitol Hill
When I started the whole EBiS thing, I was a little worried about how I was gonna handle visits to Capitol Hill's gay bars. I'm no homophobe, but I'd be lying if I said I was comfortable walking solo into a leather daddy bar or hardcore lesbian hangout. Most of my guy friends aren't eager to hit spots like these either (unless they're shithoused), so I jumped at the chance when I ran into Cavy, Pickles and Spilly at Elysian one afternoon and they suggested hitting Pony.
We went to the bar at their usual opening time of 5 pm, but we forgot that it was the day after Pride Weekend, and they had a sign saying they wouldn't be open until 7. After killing a few hours with drinks and corndogs at Unicorn, we headed back and had the bar to ourselves.
I didn't bother looking at the taps or liquor with a critical eye. Spilly told me earlier that they serve $2 tallboys of Colt 45 in paper bags and that was good enough for me. I couldn't remember the last time I had a Colt 45.
We didn't stay for long, but we did play air hockey and enjoyed some drinks on their outdoor deck. I also acted like Beavis and/or Butthead, pointing and laughing while checking out all the porntastically gay pictures on the walls and the '80s gay porn mags on the tables. I know, I need to grow up. Since then, I heard about the wonders that awaited in the bathroom, but my bladder didn't need emptying.
Needless to say, going to Pony the day after Pride Weekend, you're not going to have the true Pony experience. There were no other people there, so I got no real sense of what the bar's like. Is it one of those gay bars where there's a mix of straight and gay drinkers, or is it more of a same-sex pickup scene?
Luckily, a week or so later, I drunkenly came back with a larger group when the place was more lively. There seemed to be a mix of straight and gay drinkers. We nearly got 86ed when the bouncer caught a couple of us smoking on the deck. We tried to huddle around the fire pit to keep warm, but it really was just too cold to stay out there, so we had one drink and took off.
It may not be the kinda place I'll drink at often, but I'm glad I was able to check Pony out. I'll have to recruit more friends to visit other similar spots around Capitol Hill.
Friday, July 30, 2010
Bar #13: Roanoke Park Place - Capitol Hill
I didn't pay much attention to the taps, but I'm pretty sure it was the usual mix of locals and macros. We saw the Sunday special of $1.50 Miller High Life bottles and went with that for a couple rounds. They have hot food, but we stuck with the free bowls of peanuts. They also have a ping-pong table on the patio out back. I would've enjoyed beating the living crap out of Trevor in ping-pong, but it was cold and drizzly.
I'm glad I made it to the Roanoke because there's a good chance it may not be around much longer. The bar owners' lease on the building is expiring at the end of July and their offer to buy the building was rejected by the property's owner. I haven't heard or seen anything in the last few weeks to indicate the situation has changed. There's a Save the Roanoke Facebook page, but it hasn't been updated recently. Hopefully, they'll find a way to keep the bar open. I'd like the chance to drop by again, drink some cheap beer and make use of that ping-pong table.
Monday, July 26, 2010
Coming Soon
It's been almost three weeks since my last post. I've been doing things that are bad for me and then recovering from doing these bad things. I've also been procrastinating the completion of anything constructive. Fear not, though. I'll be returning strong with stories of visits to Roanoke Park Place, Pony, Virginia Inn, Clever Bottle and Tavern Law.
Thursday, July 8, 2010
Bar #12: Eastlake Zoo Tavern - Eastlake
On a rainy Sunday, my friend Trevor suggested we head over to Eastlake for a neighborhood bar crawl. The thing is, there aren't many bars to crawl to in those parts. There's the Eastlake Bar & Grill (a place neither of us wanted to visit) and Pazzo's (a pizza place with a bar that I felt didn't qualify), but the only pure drinking spot is the Eastlake Zoo Tavern.
I'd heard about the Zoo since I moved to Seattle almost five years ago, but this was my first time. I don't get to Eastlake much. The only things I'd heard were that it was a legendary dive bar run by hippies and that they have some of the filthiest draft lines in town. For more on the history of the Zoo, check out a piece from the Seattle P-I in 2007.
The bar is big, dark and full of character from all the years it's been around. There's a long, L-shaped bar, several pool tables, a snooker table, shuffleboard and darts. The walls are lined with pictures from back in the day and posters with Johnny Cash telling you how to pay the bartender.
The Zoo was pretty dead. Trevor and I heeded the advice to avoid tap beer and stuck with Rainier in bottles. We shot a few games of pool, which I shot with the bartender's special Miller Lite stick, since the dude took a liking to us. Maybe it was because we were two of only five customers. Or maybe it was because we started drinking the tavern's equivalent of shots--$5 blasts of Viking Blod mead (they also have sake bombs). Having drinks like that is a clever way for a tavern to keep the attention of liquor-drinkers who are disappointed when faced with the prospects of only beer, cider and wine.
Even though we didn't get a feel for what the bar's like when it's full of regulars, I liked the Zoo enough to want to come back. It may not be what it once was, but the place has character, even on a cold and rainy Sunday afternoon in June.
Wednesday, July 7, 2010
Bar #11: Sidetrack Room (in Orient Express) - SODO
Driving through SODO after our visits to Loretta's and Marco Polo, we couldn't help but stop at the collection of railroad cars that made up an Asian restaurant called Orient Express. We weren't sure if there was a bar inside, but we had to find out. Sure enough, one of the cars houses a bar called the Sidetrack Room.
The restaurant was empty except for a lone couple sharing some food at one of the tables. The Sidetrack Room was dark and the lighting had a red tint to it that reminded me of David Lynch's Twin Peaks. Unfortunately, there was no little man talking backwards and dancing.
Ben and I sat at the bar and were greeted by the familiar sight of pull-tabs and liquor bottles. There were also a few taps (Manny's and Stella, I think). We decided on shots of Wild Turkey and several dollars of pull-tabs. The bartender was arguing with a friend of hers about the types of liquor in a B-52. They both thought they were right and the conversation was settled with each side declaring the other full of shit.
For those historically inclined, there's an interesting story behind the connected railroad car restaurant/lounge. It originally opened in 1949 as Andy's Diner and closed in early 2008 before re-opening later that year as Orient Express. One of the cars is evidently a presidential car that FDR used, perhaps during his 1944 re-election campaign. Supposedly, the presidential car isn't open to the general public. If we'd known about it, we probably would've tried to weasel our way inside. Maybe next time....
Thursday, July 1, 2010
Bar #10: Marco Polo Bar & Grill - Georgetown
On the way to Loretta's, we saw Marco Polo before we drove over the South Park bridge. It looked like it might have dive bar potential, so we gave it a shot. I think Ben and I both felt like it was a one-and-done place before we even sat down.
The bar kinda straddles the line between sports bar and dive. It's got pool tables, pull-tabs and some TVs. In case you want to spend even more money, there's also one of those crappy internet jukeboxes and a lottery
scratch ticket machine. They have food (good fried chicken if you believe what you read online) and a typical beer and liquor selection.
Being a Tuesday night, the bar was pretty dead. There were a few groups of dirtbaggy dudes drinking beer and talking shit. One group was shooting pool, which bummed me out because they were hanging out right next to the one thing in the bar that was photo-worthy: jutting out from the wall, Marco Polo has a fucking NASCAR car. I shit you not. I probably should've risked the pool players ridicule and taken a picture of the car, but it felt like a dumb thing to do. We finished our Rainiers and headed out.
From stuff I've read since, some people think it's a great dive bar. To be fair, we were there on a Tuesday night, so maybe I didn't see the place at its best (although on the same Tuesday night Loretta's had a great feel to it). Under the right circumstances, I might like the place. For some reason, I'm not in a hurry to come back and find out.
Friday, June 25, 2010
Bar #9: Loretta's Northwesterner - South Park
Last Tuesday night, my friend Ben calls me and says, "Dude, I stole a car. Let's go hit some places for EBIS. Been to Loretta's in South Park?" The chance to go to a bar I'd never heard of and ride in a stolen car (okay, he actually borrowed it from a lady friend) was too good to pass up.
Loretta's is the first bar I've been to in awhile that I took an instant liking to. It's just one of those feelings--the minute I walked in, I was comfortable. It didn't hurt that the bartender was playing Nomeansno, which you don't hear played in bars that often.
The inside of the bar is dark and cozy and outside there's a big, partially-covered patio area with a ping pong table and an Airstream trailer. They don't have a lot to drink--a handful of taps, bottles and cans and well liquor (Jim Beam, Jose Cuervo, Gilbey's and Seagram's)--but the stuff they do have is cheap. There were a few decent beers on tap, but it felt right to drink cans of Hamm's, so that's what I did. They also have a food menu with $3 burgers (including a homemade veggie burger) and other inexpensive eats.
After having one drink in the bar, Ben and I headed to the patio to have our second in the Airstream. There was a group of ladies there having a girl's night out and they were making the most of it, throwing down shots and beers. One of them was eating fries, and ketchup-ing each one individually. At one point she spilled ketchup on her toe, pulled her foot up to her mouth and licked it off. This impressed us, so Ben asked if she'd eat a fry with her toes. She let me snap a photo.
Thursday, June 24, 2010
Bar #8: The Spectator - Queen Anne
After Jabu's, four of us (Nat, Nolley, Dean and I) decided we had one more Lower Queen Anne bar in us and chose The Spectator. I've waited at the bus stop outside it many times, and my gut always told me I didn't need to go in. You know what they say about always listening to your gut.
The Spectator is a sports bar. There are a lot of TVs. There are video games, pool and ping pong. They have food. There's nothing to drink that would excite anyone (unless you're a bargain hunter who comes in on $5 Bacardi-You-Call-It night). I didn't even pay attention to what beers they had on tap, I just drank PBR from the can. I would've had a shot of whiskey to liven things up a bit, but I could tell that no liquor was gonna prevent this place from sucking all the energy out of us.
This is one of those bars that you can size up in five minutes. Being a sports bar, it's a dire place when there are no big games on. When we rolled in, there were 8-10 other dudes sitting around and the bar just had a pathetic feel to it. I'm sure it's plenty lively during World Cup matches or the NCAA tournament or something, but as a place to drink on an average Thursday night? Not so much.
Before we left, I saw one of those Superpretzel warmer/display things on the bar and it had one sad-looking pretzel spinning around and around. I thought, yeah little pretzel, I know how you feel. It's the same way I'd feel if I'd come in to a bar like this by myself tonight.
Tuesday, June 22, 2010
Bar #7: Jabu's Pub - Queen Anne
The Seattle Center/Lower Queen Anne area is not a neighborhood where I spend a lot of time. Nothing against it, but I rarely head there unless it's to go to a movie or Easy Street Records. So when a group of us happened to be seeing a film fest movie nearby, it was a good opportunity to hit a few bars, starting with Jabu's Pub.
There are two sections to the bar. The main area has a pool table, Big Buck Hunter and Ms. Pac Man games, and some booths and tables. There's also a metal wall where you can have fun with magnets. The other section of the bar is a darker, smaller area with a small bar and a TV. The customers were people from the neighborhood watching the NBA playoffs and having a few drinks.
Liquor-wise, the selection is pretty typical. No fancy-pants $12 cocktails here, but they do have some flavored vodkas and such. The draft beer options are pretty good and lean toward the local. There were beers from Fremont, Iron Horse, Diamond Knot and Maritime. They also have a pub grub food menu.
You can tell a lot about a bar by the things they do or don't have. The presence of a Jagermeister cold shot machine is usually a surefire sign that a bar sucks. In the case of Jabu's, I'll give them a pass since the place is a perfectly fine neighborhood joint, despite this douche magnet.
Places like Jabu's serve a purpose for people who live within walking distance and like to go out for a few nearby drinks. For a thirsty wanderer like me, it's fine too. While it doesn't have a ton of character, it works well as a drinking stop along the way to wherever the night leads me.
Sunday, June 13, 2010
Bar #6: Nickerson Street Saloon & Grill - Fremont
I probably shouldn't be writing about Nickerson Street Saloon & Grill because it's more of a family-friendly eatery than a bar, but I didn't know that beforehand. I'd met up with Urban Beer Hike Dave in the midst of a 12+ mile beer hike and it was close to his planned route.
We wandered in on a sunny Saturday afternoon and the inside was dead, with only a few people at the bar and tables. The bulk of Nickerson is table seating; there's also an area with a big screen TV for sports. The full bar is a narrow slice of the interior with mirror seating areas on each side. Most people were out on the patio improving their chances of skin cancer.
The beer selection is pretty good: 14 taps that included Deschutes Hop in the Dark, Lagunitas Hop Stoopid, Fremont IPA, two Georgetown beers and Sierra Summerfest. I had a Hop in the Dark and Dave had a Snoqualmie Hefeweizen served with a lemon wedge, which I was glad to see him toss aside.
Not much to say about Nickerson, really. Nice beer selection, but more of a restaurant than a bar. Also, maybe I didn't give the place its due since we went in the midst of a pub crawl. I might end up here again, but probably won't make a special visit.
Thursday, June 10, 2010
Bar #5: The Noble Fir - Ballard
After trying three Capitol Hill cocktail bars, I decided to take EBIS back into my beer comfort zone. So I headed to Ballard to check out The Noble Fir, a brand new tavern featuring beer, wine, cider and a love of the outdoors.
The bar's small interior feels spacious, due to high ceilings and huge floor-to-ceiling windows. Nice as it looks, the airiness and the bright lighting, even at night, kept it from having the warm, comfortable feeling I look for in a bar. The bartop, tables and booths are wood and there's a cool reading nook with bookcases full of outdoor books.
Behind the bar, there are sixteen taps and a small selection of bottled beer, wine and cider. There's also a food menu with small plates of meat and cheese, sandwiches and a few sweet snacks (with lots of vegetarian options). The beer selection is solid but not extraordinary. Around half the beers are from Oregon and Washington and lean toward the hoppy. There are also three ciders on tap. I had a Double Mountain India Red Ale.
My friend Ian ordered tea instead of beer because of a dry-out pact with his lady that started the day after Seattle Beer Week. While I respect not wanting to lose a bet, it was painful to see him picking through a basket of teas in a bar.
The odd thing about the Fir is that they give change back in dollar coins instead of paper. They say they're doing it to be more environmentally friendly but it pissed off my friend Dean, who tried to use the coins on the bus home and was denied by Metro.
What I liked most is that the Fir uses 20-ounce imperial pints that top out at $5.50. I've seen other places serve the same beers in cheater or shaker pints for higher. Overall, The Noble Fir is a good place to get a real pint of quality beer. It doesn't have the kind of feeling that makes me want to while away the hours, but it's so new that it'll probably develop more of a personality soon.
Friday, June 4, 2010
Bar #4: Unicorn - Capitol Hill
(written by Francesca Penchant)
Unicorn is a popular new bar in Capitol Hill with a decadent circus theme. I've been needling Chris to escort me there, but he usually avoids hip bars that emphasize cocktails over beer. Thank you, EBIS!
The Unicorn owners went all-out decorating their bar. There are zebra-print booths, stuffed game on the bright, striped walls and a magnificent pastel churrigueresque bar. The huge windows are also painted with stripes, which makes the bar nice and dark. In the basement, they plan to finish building a pinball room this winter.
Besides the surreal décor, another draw at Unicorn is the kitschy food, which is surprisingly tasty. Corndogs are a major part of the Unicorn menu. Chris balked when I ordered a giant corndog stuffed with cream cheese and a deep-fried Twinkie, but he had to admit that they were damn good. Not the kind of food that you'd want to eat every day, but just what the doctor ordered for a night of heavy binge drinking. Another tempting dessert is the Candies "en Croute," a selection of store-bought chocolate bars. Unicorn is open for lunch, dinner and weekend brunch.
The patrons at Unicorn are the typical black-clad Capitol Hillsters, so we fit right in. There's a decent liquor selection and plenty of beers on tap and in bottles, although Chris said that the beer was crap. He drank a Big Al IPA and a PBR. I had a gin martini. Crazy drinks such as Jell-o shots add to the campiness.
A jukebox is always a fun diversion, and the Unicorn's is solid. When we came in, the bartender was playing Prince, but as the bar filled up around 8pm, we heard punk, indie rock, hair metal, '80s pop and classic rock tunes from the jukebox. I played The Buzzcocks, Ween, The Smiths and Soundgarden.
If you like your food on sticks and your bars flamboyant, Unicorn is a welcome addition to the crowded Capitol Hill bar scene.
Wednesday, June 2, 2010
Bar #3: The Living Room - Capitol Hill
After a so-so time at Still Liquor, we weren't exactly fired up to go to another bar. But The Living Room was on the way home, so we figured what the hell... let's knock down another one.
The Living Room is a small, two-floor bar. The lower floor has a tiny bar area, a few tables, a couch and a cozy chess nook. The upstairs was closed off for a private party.
I usually prefer sitting at the bar, so a place that only has four barstools isn't much of a bar to me. Maybe that's where the whole "Living Room" thing comes in, but the effect isn't quite convincing in the downstairs section. Evidently, there's a fireplace upstairs…so the private party prevented us from getting the full experience.
Drinkwise, there's a small, specialty cocktail menu similar to Still, four taps (Stella, Manny's Georgetown 9 lb. Porter and Elysian Immortal IPA) and not much in bottles or cans. One cool thing that caught my attention was the shot of Evan Williams and PBR for $5. If I'd acted like a professional drinker, I would've gotten that instead of spending $4 on a pint of the Immortal. There's also a limited food menu with small plates of nuts, olives, meat and cheese.
The crowd at The Living Room was alright. There were more hoodies than at Still, which means more hipsters. Nothing horrible about the place, but my feeling is, not my kind of crowd, not my kind of bar. I might bring someone in for a quiet drink, but I doubt I'll be back solo unless I walk by and feel the need for a quick $5 buzz.
Monday, May 31, 2010
Bar #2: Still Liquor - Capitol Hill
Melrose Market called Still Liquor.
Still follows the blueprint of a lot of new bars in hip, gentrified areas: the interior is modern with a lot of wood and stone and pipes running along the ceiling. There are seats at the bar and booths along the outside of the room. Some say the interior reminds them of a sauna or Russian bathhouse. We speculated that Still may become kind of a meat market when it gets crowded, but it could just be a place where couples and small groups stop in for a drink and conversation.
The drinks are pretty standard--a small fancy cocktail menu, top shelf liquor, wine, two taps (Stella Artois and Big Al IPA) and 15 bottled beers (a bunch of macros plus Anchor Steam, Full Sail Session and Deschutes Black Butte Porter). I stepped out of my comfort zone and ordered a Dragon's Toe cocktail, made with Maker's Mark, muddled cucumber and fresh ginger. It was pretty tasty and a relative bargain at $7 (most of the cocktails ran $9-12). For my second drink, I had a Session Black, which you can get for the same price as a Bud. From what we could gather, Still Liquor doesn't serve food.
We were there on a Saturday at 8 pm and things were still pretty slow. The drinkers were more on the yuppie side than the usual dissheveled Capitol Hill hipsters. Sadly, the most exciting moment of the evening was when I reached to taste Francesca's drink as she reached for mine and her martini went splashing all over the bar. And I wasn't even drunk. The bartender was cool about it and gave her a new drink without charge.
I can't see coming back to Still on my own because I didn't feel completely comfortable there, but it's not a bad place to take someone for a couple drinks. My search for a new Capitol Hill go-to spot continues....
Still follows the blueprint of a lot of new bars in hip, gentrified areas: the interior is modern with a lot of wood and stone and pipes running along the ceiling. There are seats at the bar and booths along the outside of the room. Some say the interior reminds them of a sauna or Russian bathhouse. We speculated that Still may become kind of a meat market when it gets crowded, but it could just be a place where couples and small groups stop in for a drink and conversation.
The drinks are pretty standard--a small fancy cocktail menu, top shelf liquor, wine, two taps (Stella Artois and Big Al IPA) and 15 bottled beers (a bunch of macros plus Anchor Steam, Full Sail Session and Deschutes Black Butte Porter). I stepped out of my comfort zone and ordered a Dragon's Toe cocktail, made with Maker's Mark, muddled cucumber and fresh ginger. It was pretty tasty and a relative bargain at $7 (most of the cocktails ran $9-12). For my second drink, I had a Session Black, which you can get for the same price as a Bud. From what we could gather, Still Liquor doesn't serve food.
We were there on a Saturday at 8 pm and things were still pretty slow. The drinkers were more on the yuppie side than the usual dissheveled Capitol Hill hipsters. Sadly, the most exciting moment of the evening was when I reached to taste Francesca's drink as she reached for mine and her martini went splashing all over the bar. And I wasn't even drunk. The bartender was cool about it and gave her a new drink without charge.
I can't see coming back to Still on my own because I didn't feel completely comfortable there, but it's not a bad place to take someone for a couple drinks. My search for a new Capitol Hill go-to spot continues....
Saturday, May 29, 2010
Bar #1: The White Horse Trading Company - Downtown
I've heard good things about The White Horse, so I've been wanting to visit it for awhile, but don't do a lot of drinking in the touristy hell of Pike Place Market. This project was the perfect excuse to get there.
I liked the place from the moment I walked in. It's small, dark, cozy and feels more like a bookshop or some Englishman's parlor than a bar. There's a lot of English memorabilia on the walls, comfortable chairs and couches and a few seats at the bar.
There's a very limited drink selection--three Samuel Smith bottled beers, a cask ale, a couple wines, an English mead and a Pimm's Cup cocktail. I'd never had a Pimm's before, so I started with that. Made with brandy-based Pimm's #3, red wine, bitters and lemon, it was interesting but too sweet to be something I'd drink often. I also had a cask ale, which Joe, the owner/bartender, said was a Sam Smith brown ale aged in a wooden cask for two years.
I visited The White Horse with seven other people. Three weren't drinking and looked uncomfortable. I asked my friend what their problem was and he said that they're usually big drinkers, but they only drink stuff like Bud Light. They didn't know what to do with the limited drink menu. Sorry, people... professional drinkers find something to drink at any bar.
One cool thing about The White Horse that I hadn't seen--if you wanna leave your drink to have a smoke or hit the head, they have double-sided wooden blocks for you to display drinkside that say "Out Smoking" or "In the W/C." Speaking of the bathroom, the one at White Horse is odd. It's a semi-open space with a swinging door that latches. People can't actually see you doing your business, but it's pretty exposed. You wouldn't want to drop a deuce here unless you were desperate.
Overall, this is a laid-back place to grab a few drinks. Joe can be a little standoffish but is mostly friendly and engaging. He used to own the Black Horse in SF (also a great bar and one of the smallest I've ever seen). But, as much as I liked it, because of the location I'll probably only drink at The White Horse again if I'm in the area or taking a first-timer.
Subscribe to: Posts (Atom)


text:
Our bespoke apprenticeship programmes are developed in partnership with you to train new and existing staff. Employers may also be eligible to apply for the AGE grant to help cover some of the training costs.
If you have a vacancy, or would like to train your existing staff, why not see how Trafford First, the College's recruitment service can help? Please complete the form below and a member of our team will be in touch.
Contact form!
The Apprenticeship Levy was introduced in April 2017 and is designed to support companies in creating and funding of three million Apprenticeship starts by 2020.
Here are some key facts on the Levy: The first levy payments were due in April 2017 and will be paid through Pay As You Earn (PAYE) The levy will apply to any company where the salary bill is £3m [&hellip
More businesses than ever are benefiting from employing an Apprentice with Trafford College who they can train and develop alongside the vision and values of their organisation
At Trafford College we aim to provide businesses with suitable training and development programmes to help improve your businesses output, maintain customer loyalty, and enhance your overall market position
Our specialist ACS & AM2 Centre is a recognised centre for learners to update their certificates in Gas and Plumbing to continue to work in the industry

subset: commoncrawl


text:
Civil liberties groups have called for reform of the Intelligence and Security Committee (ISC), the watchdog for the security services, after they were smeared as having suggested that terrorism is a price worth paying for freedom.
They accuse the ISC of being a "mouthpiece" for the intelligence services, echoing comments by David Davis MP, who helped to set up the Committee, that it has become "taken in" by the glamour of the security agencies.
Representatives from civil rights groups Big Brother Watch, Liberty, Justice and Rights Watch UK were invited to give evidence to the Intelligence and Security Committee last October on whether mass personal data collection was necessary and desirable to prevent terrorist atrocities from occurring.
The Times has splashed an excerpt from that evidence session over its front page today, under the headline "Terrorism is a price worth paying, says liberty lobby". It alleges that:
"an evidence session last October recorded Ms Blears asking Isabella Sankey, the director of policy for Liberty, whether she would change her mind if there were evidence showing that bulk data collection had helped to prevent terrorist plots. Ms Sankey was quoted as saying: "No."
"She was asked by a second committee member whether "you believe so strongly that bulk interception is unacceptable in a free society that you would say that was a price we should be willing to pay?" Ms Sankey was quoted as responding: "Yes."
"Also present at the hearing were Emma Carr, director of Big Brother Watch, Eric Metcalfe, of Justice, and Hanne Stevens, the interim director of Rights Watch UK. When Ms Blears asked whether Ms Sankey's colleagues shared that view, Ms Carr said: "Yes.""
However, Emma Carr has hit back at the allegation, insisting that she and the other representatives were taken out of context, and that she had not been agreeing to the premise of the question. In a press release, Ms Carr said that Sir Malcolm Rifkind, the chair of the committee, "posed a blistering range of questions which led to an inference that the witnesses believed that as a matter of principle we were on the side of terrorists.
"This line of questioning and our subsequent responses have been presented in the ISC's report and in some areas of the national press as a fait accompli that the civil liberties organisations in the UK believe that terrorism is a "price worth paying" to prevent mass surveillance.
"This is frankly a disgrace. Adopting a line of questioning with the intention of putting words into the mouths of witnesses should not be the behaviour of a Committee."
Page 11 of the uncorrected transcript prepared by the Committee shows the following exchange:
Chair: "… You expressed your belief that bulk interception does not, in practice, produce any substantial benefits. I accept that is what you believe on the basis of what you have expressed. However, you were asked whether you would still be opposed to bulk interception if there was hard evidence that it had produced significant material that led to terrorists being apprehended or prevented from carrying out their deeds. …"
Emma Carr: "As far as I am concerned, there has been nothing shown in the UK to show that. For millions—"
Chair: "… If evidence emerged through bulk interception that even you acknowledged had led to terrorists being arrested or prevented from carrying out their objectives, are you saying that, as a matter of principle, you believe so strongly that bulk interception is unacceptable in a free society that you would say that that was a price we should be willing to pay, rather than allowing intelligence agencies to use bulk interception methods?"
Isabella Sankey: "Yes."
Dr Metcalfe: "Yes. Just as you would solve a lot more crimes if you had CCTV in everyone's houses, and if you opened everyone's mail and e-mail and read it on a daily basis. Yes, you would solve a lot more crimes and a lot more terrorists would be in jail; that would be a good thing, but it would be bad for our society as a whole."
Q29 Chair: "And that is the view of your colleagues as well?"
Emma Carr: "Yes."
Ms Carr says "my agreement in this line of questioning was with the argument that Dr Metcalfe had made, not the question that was posed to Ms Sankey.
"There are two opinions on the issue of when the intrusion into people's privacy takes place. One view, which is ours, is that intrusion at the point of collection could create the potential for a breach of privacy, the other view is that the intrusion only begins when a communication is read.
"We, along with most members of the general public, are completely supportive of targeted surveillance investigations. However we do not support the mass collection or reading of innocent people's communications.
"We are of course disappointed that the ISC has decided to use the precious air time provided to debate these issues to target the privacy campaigners rather than discuss the more pressing issues, including the failure of the Committee to present any evidence to show that mass surveillance on UK citizens has saved lives. However, this is unfortunately what we have come to expect from our spy agency watchdog."
Responding to the Intelligence and Security Committee report on mass surveillance, Director of 'Liberty' Shami Chakrabarti has said:
"The ISC has repeatedly shown itself as a simple mouthpiece for the spooks – so clueless and ineffective that it's only thanks to Edward Snowden that it had the slightest clue of the agencies' antics.
"No doubt it would be simpler if we went along with the spies' motto of 'no scrutiny for us, no privacy for you' – but what an appalling deal for the British public."
And Andrea Coomber, Director of JUSTICE said: "Drawing an artificial dichotomy between policing and security and privacy in this context is deeply unhelpful.
"If what is proposed is a statutory power to collate and store a vast and untargeted pool of our private communications, that would see a step-change in the relationship between the State and the citizen in the UK. This is a step which must be considered seriously and which can't be worth taking "just in case"."
This is the second time in as many months that the ISC has come under fire for protecting the agencies it is supposed to be scrutinising.
Last month the senior Conservative backbencher David Davis MP, who piloted the bill that founded the ISC through the Parliament during his time as Home Secretary, was reported by the BBC as saying: "What sort of people join an Intelligence and Security Committee? They approve of what the agencies are trying to do, as do most of us. But they are excited by it and they get taken in. It is a very glamorous world and they feel privileged to be inside it so there is a tendency to capture."
He added: "To date the [ISC] chairman [Sir Malcolm] has acted almost invariably as a spokesman for the spooks rather than as a critical friend."


text:
Anabolic-androgenic steroids are man-made substances related to male sex hormones. "Anabolic" refers to muscle-building, and "androgenic" refers to increased masculine characteristics. "Steroids" refers to the class of drugs. These drugs are available legally only by prescription, to treat conditions that occur when the body produces abnormally low amounts of testosterone, such as delayed puberty and some types of impotence. They are also prescribed to treat body wasting in patients with AIDS and other diseases that result in loss of lean muscle mass. Abuse of anabolic steroids, however, can lead to serious health problems, some irreversible.
Today, athletes and others abuse anabolic steroids to enhance performance and also to improve physical appearance. Anabolic steroids are taken orally or injected, typically in cycles of weeks or months (referred to as "cycling"), rather than continuously. Cycling involves taking multiple doses of steroids over a specific period of time, stopping for a period, and starting again. In addition, users often combine several different types of steroids to maximize their effectiveness while minimizing negative effects (referred to as "stacking").
Health Hazards
The major side effects from abusing anabolic steroids can include liver tumors and cancer, jaundice (yellowish pigmentation of skin, tissues, and body fluids), fluid retention, high blood pressure, increases in LDL (bad cholesterol), and decreases in HDL (good cholesterol). Other side effects include kidney tumors, severe acne, and trembling. In addition, there are some gender-specific side effects:
· For men — shrinking of the testicles, reduced sperm count, infertility, baldness, development of breasts, increased risk for prostate cancer.
· For women — growth of facial hair, male-pattern baldness, changes in or cessation of the menstrual cycle, enlargement of the clitoris, deepened voice.
· For adolescents — growth halted prematurely through premature skeletal maturation and accelerated puberty changes. This means that adolescents risk remaining short for the remainder of their lives if they take anabolic steroids before the typical adolescent growth spurt.
In addition, people who inject anabolic steroids run the added risk of contracting or transmitting HIV/AIDS or hepatitis, which causes serious damage to the liver.
Scientific research also shows that aggression and other psychiatric side effects may result from abuse of anabolic steroids. Many users report feeling good about themselves while on anabolic steroids, but researchers report that extreme mood swings also can occur, including manic-like symptoms leading to violence. Depression often is seen when the drugs are stopped and may contribute to dependence on anabolic steroids. Researchers report also that users may suffer from paranoid jealousy, extreme irritability, delusions, and impaired judgment stemming from feelings of invincibility.
Research also indicates that some users might turn to other drugs to alleviate some of the negative effects of anabolic steroids. For example, a study of 227 men admitted in 1999 to a private treatment center for dependence on heroin or other opioids found that 9.3 percent had abused anabolic steroids before trying any other illicit drug. Of these 9.3 percent, 86 percent first used opioids to counteract insomnia and irritability resulting from the anabolic steroids.
Scientific research also shows that aggression and other psychiatric side effects may result from abuse of anabolic steroids. Many users report feeling good about themselves while on anabolic steroids, but researchers report that extreme mood swings also can occur, including manic-like symptoms leading to violence. Depression often is seen when the drugs are stopped and may contribute to dependence on anabolic steroids. Researchers report also that users may suffer from paranoid jealousy, extreme irritability, delusions, and impaired judgment stemming from feelings of invincibility.
Research also indicates that some users might turn to other drugs to alleviate some of the negative effects of anabolic steroids. For example, a study of 227 men admitted in 1999 to a private treatment center for dependence on heroin or other opioids found that 9.3 percent had abused anabolic steroids before trying any other illicit drug. Of these 9.3 percent, 86 percent first used opioids to counteract insomnia and irritability resulting from the anabolic steroids.
Extent of Use
Monitoring the Future (MTF) Survey *
MTF annually assesses drug use among the Nation's 8th, 10th, and 12th grade students. Annual** use of anabolic steroids remained stable at under 1.5 percent for students in 8th, 10th, and 12th grades in the early 1990s, then started to rise. Peak rates of annual use occurred in 2002 for 12th-graders (2.5 percent), in 2000 and 2002 for 10th-graders (2.2 percent), and in 1999 and 2000 for 8th-graders (1.7 percent). Eight-graders reported significant decreases in lifetime and annual steroid use in 2004, as well as a decrease in perceived availability of these drugs. A significant decrease in lifetime use was also measured among 10th-graders for 2004.
Most anabolic steroids users are male, and among male students, past year use of these substances was reported by 1.3 percent of 8th-graders, 2.3 percent of 10th-graders, and 3.3 percent of 12th-graders in 2004.
Anabolic steroids are:
· Synthetic substances related to the male sex hormones (androgens). They promote growth of skeletal muscle (anabolic effect) and the development of male sexual characteristics (androgenic effects), and also have other effects. (The term "anabolic steroids" will be used throughout this bulletin because of its familiarity, although the proper term for these compounds is "anabolic/androgenic" steroids.)
· Used by doctors to treat conditions that occur when the body produces abnormally low amounts of testosterone, such as delayed puberty and some types of impotence, and also to treat body wasting in patients with AIDS and other diseases.
· Legally available in the United States only by prescription. Anabolic steroid abusers obtain drugs that have been made in clandestine laboratories (sometimes with poor quality control standards), smuggled from other countries, or diverted illegally from U.S. pharmacies.
· Distinct from steroidal supplements. In the United States, supplements such as dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) and androstenedione (street name Andro) can be purchased legally without a prescription through many commercial sources including health food stores. They are often taken because the user believes they have anabolic effects.
Anabolic steroid abuse is:
· Increasing among adolescents, and most rapidly among females. The 1999 Monitoring the Future study, a NIDA-funded survey of drug abuse among middle school and high school students across the United States, recorded that 2.7 percent of 8th-graders, 2.7 percent of 10th-graders, and 2.9 percent of 12th-graders reported having taken anabolic steroids at least once in their lives. These figures represent increases since 1991 of approximately 50 percent among 8th- and 10th-graders and 38 percent among 12th-graders.
· Probably widespread among athletes and would-be sports competitors at all levels, although few data are available to provide exact estimates of prevalence. Many anabolic steroid abusers are unwilling to report the practice, because the International Olympic Committee and many other amateur and professional sports organizations have banned anabolic steroids.
· Motivated in most cases by a desire to build muscles and improve sports performance. Some individuals are motivated by erroneous perceptions of their own bodies (that is, a mistaken belief that they look underweight or obese) and others by a desire to prevent recurrence of physical or sexual attacks they have experienced.
Anabolic steroids are taken:
· Orally as tablets or capsules (Anadrol® [oxymetholone], Oxandrin® [oxandrolone], Dianabol® [ methandrostenolone], Winstrol® [stanozolol], and others); by injection into muscles (Deca-Durabolin® [nandrolone decanoate], Durabolin® [nandrolone phenpropionate], Depo-Testosterone® [testosterone cypionate], Equipoise® [boldenone undecylenate], and others); or by ointment preparations rubbed into the skin. Doses taken by abusers can be up to 100 times more than the doses used for treating medical conditions.
· In combinations, a practice called "stacking." Abusers frequently take two or more anabolic steroids together, mixing oral and/or injectable types, sometimes adding drugs such as stimulants or painkillers. The rationale for stacking is a belief-which has not been tested by science-that the different drugs interact to produce a greater effect on muscle size than could be obtained by simply increasing the dose of a single drug.
· In cyclic dosage regimens, a practice called "pyramiding." At the beginning of a cycle, the person starts with low doses of the stacked substances and then gradually increases the doses for 6 to 12 weeks. In the second half of the cycle, the doses are slowly decreased to zero. This is sometimes followed by a second cycle during which the person continues to train, but without drugs. Abusers believe that pyramiding allows the body time to adjust to the high doses, and the drug-free cycle allows time for the body's hormonal system to recuperate. As with stacking, the perceived benefits of pyramiding have not been substantiated scientifically.
Health consequences associated with anabolic steroid abuse include:
· In boys and men, reduced sperm production, shrinking of the testicles, impotence, difficulty or pain in urinating, baldness, and irreversible breast enlargement (gynecomastia).
· In girls and women, development of more masculine characteristics, such as decreased body fat and breast size, deepening of the voice, excessive growth of body hair, and loss of scalp hair, as well as clitoral enlargement.
· In adolescents of both sexes, premature termination of the adolescent growth spurt, so that for the rest of their lives, abusers remain shorter than they would have been without the drugs.
· In males and females of all ages, potentially fatal liver cysts and liver cancer; blood clotting, cholesterol changes, and hypertension, each of which can promote heart attack and stroke; and acne. Although not all scientists agree, some interpret available evidence to show that anabolic steroid abuse-particularly in high doses-promotes aggression that can manifest itself as fighting, physical and sexual abuse, armed robbery, and property crimes such as burglary and vandalism. Upon stopping anabolic steroids, some abusers experience symptoms of depressed mood, fatigue, restlessness, loss of appetite, insomnia, reduced sex drive, headache, muscle and joint pain, and the desire to take more anabolic steroids.
· In injectors, infections resulting from the use of shared needles or nonsterile equipment, including HIV/AIDS, hepatitis B and C, and infective endocarditis, a potentially fatal inflammation of the inner lining of the heart. Bacterial infections can develop at the injection site, causing pain and abscess.
To encourage youths to avoid anabolic steroid abuse:
· Present a balanced picture of what these drugs can do for them and to them. Most adolescents know that anabolic steroids build muscles and can increase athletic prowess. Research has shown that failure to acknowledge these potential benefits creates a credibility problem and can actually make youths more likely to try the drugs.
· Make use of the authority of coaches and the team ethos. In the most promising program currently under study, coaches and team leaders are trained to educate team members about the effects of anabolic steroid abuse, both desirable and adverse, in the general context of training. They also provide information about nutrition and, of course, exercise and other training techniques for improving performance without the steroid abuse by as much as 50 percent and also reduces alcohol abuse among teammates.
· It is uncertain whether drug testing programs can discourage anabolic steroid abuse. However, the first scientific studies of this practice are currently under way.
The embodiment of personal responsibility, discipline, and commitment to a life built on the foundations of optimal wellbeing and impressive corporal aesthetics. Mario Strong's book tells the story of a mans life, his trials, disappointments and inspiring successes in the pursuit of becoming a champion in the field of bodybuilding, a sport that later had to have "Natural" preface the name to differentiate it from the drugs that came to soften its chiseled and Herculean image.
Reflections of a Natural Bodybuilder is a human-interest story about one man's insight into the world of bodybuilding. This compelling book explores how Staten Island bodybuilder Mario Strong implements his passion for natural bodybuilding to achieve his quest of health, strength, and longevity. However, his path towards accomplishing these goals is seen not without obstacles as he chronicles his unique history in a sport filled with nostalgia, hope, humor, ego, deceit, pharmaceuticals, pain, and death. Reflections of a Natural Bodybuilder also features tons of beneficial advice. From muscle-building workouts to fat-loss programs, you will find its in-depth natural bodybuilding guide not only informative, but also entertaining and inspirational as well. This fully illustrated book is a must read for the layman and athlete alike!


text:
Pinot Noir
Here we show some or our most popular Pinot Noir. Stop in to see our complete selection.
Moobuzz Pinot Noir
Lodi, CA - The taste of juicy plums with the tarts are just the right combination with baking spices, cherry tea and bitters. Acidity comes to life at the finish with the balanced fruit.
Decoy Sonoma Pinot Noir
Sonoma, CA - This vibrant and enticing Pinot Noir offers yummy aromas of fresh-picked strawberry, bing cherry and blueberry, with subtle earthy hints. On the palate, perfectly balanced acidity and well-integrated French oak underscore the bright fruit flavors to create an elegantly structured wine.
Chime Pinot Noir
Sonoma County, CA - Chime California Pinot Noir is fragrant, spicy and fruit driven – a great example of high class Pinot Noir. Displaying bright crushed raspberry and cranberry elements on the nose, Chime California Pinot Noir is flavorful, expansive, soft and delicious.
Four Bears Pinot Noir
Central Coast, CA - This medium-bodied wine from Sean Minor Wines aromas of floral components, red fruit and dark cherries. On the palate, the Pinot offers luscious flavors of dark cherry, strawberry and violets, combined with subtle layers of spice. The integrated bright acidity and sweet oak nuances provide a lingering finish.
Meiomi Pinot Noir
California - This lush Pinot Noir carries aromas of tobacco, dark red fruits and fresh berries. The rich cherry flavor is complemented by notes of cedar, raspberry and strawberry.
A-Z Pinot Noir
Dundee, OR - Aromas of cherries, berries and minerals with vibrant red fruit flavors and floral notes, that deepen with hints of blood orange and blueberry jam. Ripe tannins are balanced by perfect acidity and the mid-palate reveals spice, tobacco and earth notes adding richness and complexity.
Alias Pinot Noir
Northern California - This Pinot Noir opens with bramble berry, wild strawberry, and rhubarb notes that accentuate the classic Pinot Noir aromas from the barrel. The palate is dominated by the same wild fruits in the aromas, with bright acid that is well integrated in the wine. The Pinot Noir also has dusty notes as well as a mild vanillin from the oak. The textures on the palate are very subtle, giving this Pinot Noir a bit of sexyness, both inside and out. Enjoy it slightly chilled.
Soul Sister Pinot Noir
San Francisco, CA - From SAVE ME winery owned by the band Train, this Pinot Noir has delicate, fruity, spicy aromas of cherry compote. It has light-to-medium body and a smooth, carefree herbs and spices, nuts, and cedar finish with light oak.
Oak Knoll Pinot Noir
Williamette Valley, OR - This Pinot Noir has a smoky aroma that carries through to the flavor with hints of pretty plum underneath.
Truchard Pinot Noir
Nature Nook Florist
& Wine Shop
10 South Miami Ave.
Cleves, OH 45002
(513) 467-1988
Get Our Wine Tasting Emails


text:
Listen for tonight's KEYWORD… Hint, it's in the 9:00p hour!
When you hear the WORD text it to 51879 for a chance to WIN a family four(4) pack of tickets to the 80th Annual Brighten Field Day and PRCA Rodeo
February 16th-18th at the Fred Smith Rodeo Arena in Okeechobee.
Enjoy alligator wrestling, Seminole food, arts and crafts, and of course the rodeo!


text:
Guys, if you are driving and you are lost do you stop and spend time asking for directions, or are you sure you will work it out for yourself?
Ladies if you are driving and you are lost, if it is safe to do so, do you stop and would you be asking someone for directions?
In 98% of cases guys will argue that they have a good sense of direction and given long enough they will find their way to their destination. Women on the other hand will, in 96% of cases, stop and ask for directions.
Why men aren't good at asking for directions.
Asking for directions. One study on this behaviour interviewed men and asked why they wouldn't ask for directions.
The almost unanimous response was 'we might ask someone but if they didn't know they wouldn't say so and would still try to give us instructions and we could get even more lost than we were before.' Huh!
Asking for help.
If a man and woman are in the car together and he is driving he can get very annoyed at her navigational skills. For many women their spatial awareness is different from that of a man. That is why she so often turns a map upside down to try to orientate herself with the direction of travel.
She is more likely to be the person suggesting they ask for help and usually if the man concedes that they stop, generally he suggests that the woman be the one to ask for directions rather than him doing it.
I ran a course in Edinburgh and one of the delegates was travelling by car from the North of Scotland. He was almost an hour late for the start of the session and he admitted sheepishly that he had crossed the Forth bridge three times.
When he got to the Edinburgh side he took the wrong exit and ended travelling back to Fife. On his last journey (this was when the tolls were still in operation) he was let across without paying as the toll booth operator recognised him – and gave him instructions on how to head for Edinburgh.
Not asking for directions is part of impression management and can have implications in many different situations.
One female Doctor that I know was completing her last year in hospital as a student. She would go on rounds with the consultant and a number of other students – all male – and being a very bright woman asked lots of subsequent questions as she wanted to learn all she could.
She noticed that the guys weren't asking any questions but quietly writing notes. When it came to her assessment she was horrified to find that she had been marked much more poorly than she had expected, and lower than all her male colleagues.
This was despite the fact that she had been top of her year. She asked the consultant why this had happened and he said 'well obviously you didn't know as much as the other students as you kept asking me questions'.
In the workplace impression management can hold many women back as most of them are unaware that it is happening.
If asked to do a new task most men don't ask for every little detail and go off and hope to find out the information they need. Usually they do so but we have found on occasions that they go off in a completely mistaken direction because they didn't clarify what was needed.
On the other hand women often appear less confident because they clarify and prepare a defense against failure, just in case. 'I have never done this before, do you think I will manage,' are phrases that are often used. However they then generally take a thorough briefing are willing to ask and clarify as they go along, just to be sure and do a very thorough job.
These instances illustrate how generally men and women look differently at the world. Most men perceive the impression they give to be very important and can be reluctant to ask for help while women ask for help much more quickly and are happy to accept that other people know as much – or even more than them.
If you enjoyed Asking for directions you might like words women use
Return to male v female communication


text:
Right I don't know what they put in this stuff but it's bloody magic.
I would just leave it there but it wouldn't make a good review so here is the rest of it. Skip on over to the A-Balm website and you will find that the creators of A-Balm have taken inspiration from the Asian monks of old and filled the stuff with a variety of healing herbs.
Having had a martial arts history I know of the ointments and rubs you get from china town and various MA websites. They do tend to work, but mostly they sting. A-Balm on the other hand is just unbelievable, I say this as I am still amazed at how well it works. Even today, as I write this I have it on a tear in my skin.
I was working on a tough problem and I ripped a previous tear on my middle finger. It was bleeding and fairly bad so I taped it, but this didn't help. I applied the A-Balm and taped it 2 hours later no more blood and the nasty tear is little more than a rough bit of skin. And that's pretty much how it goes with A-Balm, it's just weird I rip of pretty significant calluses and pack them with A-Balm, keep climbing and I have a new patch of skin in the morning. This new "Skin" can be easily ripped, but I keep patching with A-Balm and all is well. I don't have any explanation for this but it happens and I'm more that happy with the results.
So what is in A-Balm? Organic sesame oil, beeswax, Bing Pian, Tian San Qi, Mo Yao, Ru Xiang, Rou Gui Zhi,Tao Ren, Dang Gui, Hong Hua, Chuan Hua Juao And Huo Ma Ren. I won't pretend to know what these herbs are, saying their names is probably as hard as it was typing them. If you really want to know I'm sure Ander & Ted from A-Balm will be happy to answer your questions. All I know is that it works and works really well.
Moisturising – I'm not sure A-Balm moisturises per say, it definitely takes the burn off although it can be difficult to spread due its thick gummy texture when kneaded between the thumb and fingers, this comes in handy in other ways though, 3 stars.
Texture – Almost white and initially solid like a wax, A-Balm is quite sticky similar to hair putty. When you scrape a bit off you can pack all sorts of gaps and gouges with it. I pack and smooth the stuff into big chunks of missing skin, and then if I'm still climbing, I'll tape up and carry on. The business, 5 stars.
Repair – It works, I think it hardens the skin instead of moisturising it. I can see the gouges in my hands where the A-Balm has hardened it, careful on finger joint area as your skin will crack or tear here, 5 stars.
Fresher, stronger, longer, that's the A-Balm motto it's on the tin and the t-shirts and this product definitely does what it says on the tin. To get your hands on this wonder stuff check out the A-Balm website.


text:
A new law, that took effect August 1, could help thousands of families who have a child support order that includes parenting time.
WIC is celebrating and raising awareness of the importance of breastfeeding for both babies and mothers and calls attention to local efforts that support breastfeeding.
Crow Wing County Community Services is reminding parents/guardians of the State guidelines regarding the ages of children who may be left alone.
Promotes regular health screenings and well-child checkups for children each year after the age of 3.


text:
FINAL FANTASY XII THE ZODIAC AGE improves upon the 2006 classic FINAL FANTASY® XII, now more beautiful and easier to play than ever. The high-definition remaster introduces several modern advancements, including reconstructed battle design and a revamped job system. With newly implemented trophies and share functions, as well as stark visual and sound improvements in true HD for the first time, players both returning and new to the game will experience a grand adventure that spans the world of Ivalice in an entirely fresh and improved way.
Enhanced Gameplay Features
The Zodiac Job System – Improved character leveling system that now caters to the player's preference
Trial Mode – Take on monsters and enemies in up to 100 consecutive battles
Speed Mode – Move through the world at a faster pace
Latest-generation HD graphical capabilities, including characters and movie scenes fully remastered in high definition.
True 7.1 surround sound, including high definition voicing and newly recorded background music utilizing the current generation of sound production.
Modern advancements including PlayStation®4 trophy support and share functionalities, auto-save and shortened loading times
An endless amount of gameplay and adventure including Hunts, Battles, and mini-games
Facebook Message : https://www.facebook.com/DSGamation/
Websites : https://www.dsgamation.com/
Payment Method : C.O.D (Town Area) or Bank In / Bank Transfer
Bank : Public Bank
Account Name : DS GAMATION (UT0023722-T)
Account Number : 320 6622 118


text:
|» Products
|» AAC Plant Mixer
|» AAC Plant Mixer
We get noticed company in market, engaged in manufacturing and supplying premium quality AAC Plant Mixer in Gujarat. These are made using optimum quality raw materials and latest technology. We ensure to our customers that the offered mixer is first quality tested under different parameters like functionality and durability. In addition to this, it is widely used in construction sectors such as AAC Plant Mixer and can be offered from us at manageable costs.
Key Features:


text:
About us
Our Products
PCR/ qPCR Master Mixes:
Engineered PCR Master Mixes
Real Time PCR Master Mixes
Crude Sample PCR kits
Nucleic Acid Extraction kits
DNA Extraction kits
RNA Extraction Kits
PCR and Gel Purification
Plamid DNA Extraction and Purification
Reverse Transcription and RT-PCR kits
(RT) Reverse Transcriptase kits and enzyme
(RT-PCR) One Step Reverse Transcriptase kits
Human Diagnostics kits
Coagulation Factors Kits
Genetic Disease
Infectious disease and pathogen detection Molecular Kits (Real time and conventional)
Food Control, water, environmental and Bio-security kits
Real time PCR kit (Food, water and Environmental)
Conventional PCR kit (Food, water and Environmental)
Animal Species (Halal) Real time and Conventional PCR kits
Biochemical Identification kits
Food and Feed ELISA kits
Latex Agglutination kits and Specific Antisera
DNA/ RNA Primers, Probes and N.A Modification
IDT Integrated DNA Technologies Products
ELISA kits
Antibodies, IHC, Flow cytometry, WB .. etc
Instruments and tools
Cell Culture Media, Cytogenetics
Biochemicals and Fine Chemicals
Molecular Biology Markers, Buffers and other Reagents
DNA Ladders/ Sizers
Agaroses Types
List of other buffers
Poultry, Veterinary plant and GMO Diagnostics kits
Plant Molecular diagnostics kit
PCR kits- Poultry, Veterinary, pets "iNtRON Biotechnology- INNOPLEX"
Plant ELISA and strips kit Dx kits
"GMO" Genetically Modified Food PCR kits
Microbiology Products
Life Science Disposables
Educational products
Sequencing Services
Developing Real time PCR for any pathogen
Custom Peptide Services
Custom Primers/ Gene Synthesis
News & Events
Scientific Tools
Resuspension Calculator
Dilution Calculator
Oligo Analysis Tools
qPCR and PCR Amplification
Gene Design
Sequencing and miRNA
RealTime PCR
RNAi Design
miRNA Detection Kits
Contact us
Resuspension Calculator
Find the volume needed to resuspend a dry oligo to a desired concentration
The Resuspension Calculator assists in determining the volume needed to resuspend a dry, lyophilized oligo to a desired concentration. Simply enter the quantity of oligonucleotide and final desired concentration and click "Calculate." If you choose a pre-determined Extinction Coefficient or if the Molecular Weight is not required for your calculation, "Not Needed" will be shown.
Thanks for IDT: Please click below to use the software
Join our NewsLetter
News And Events
Santa Cruz Biotechnology And Genetics Company "El Weratha Co." signs an agreement to have Genetics as an official rep in Jordan
GENETICS Company " El Weratha Co." NEW Website
Genetics Company "El Weratha" Signed an Exclusive agreement with Zymo Research Inc./ USA
Genetics © 2013. All Rights Reserved


text:
Adam Johnson was studying at the Royal College of Art Film School when one of the UK production companies got familiar with his work and enticed him into directing music videos, which in turn led him to win the Creative Futures Award for music video direction before moving over to commercials.
His critically acclaimed spot "Bank Manager" for World Development Movement won a BTAA Gold Arrow together with EPICA Gold.
With Adam's striking personality and immense sense of humour, he delivers an extremely fun play on life. His series of spots for WKD illustrated a mixture of subtle human idiosyncrasy and broader narrative gags. Other credits include commercials for Heineken, Coca-Cola, Deep Riverrock, McDonalds, Heart FM and Debenhams.
Furthermore, his unique character helps him to retain a strong and loyal client base. If that's not enough, Adam works brilliantly with children and animals. Most recently, Adam has directed spots for Next, Amazon, and Andrex.


text:
"It's no longer hip to be square"
products: whale ceramic tile
Decorative ceramic tile, custom hand made tile for unlimited possibilities
sperm whale tiles, orca whale tiles, white whale tiles, and more whale tiles!
Looking for whale ceramic tiles? We offer whale ceramic tile in a variety of designs. Our whale ceramic tiles are available in square whale tiles, or whale-shaped ceramic tiles.
You can create a unique effect with our whale tile by having several one after the other on your pool walls creating a swimming effect. Tell us your requirements and we'll create your very own whale ceramic tile.
Tiles with Style, a decorative ceramic tile studio, specializes in custom hand made tile. We are well known for quality craftsmanship, elegant designs, and custom colorations. And yet, we are more than just decorative ceramic tile — our purpose is to create a unique work of art, ornament, and architecture in your ceramic tile border, kitchen backsplash, tile countertops, ceramic floor tiles, fireplace designs, and custom hand made tiles.
"I've done a lot of tile work in my house and was tired of the same-old-same-old ceramic tile designs that I saw in showrooms. Then I found Tiles with Style on the Web! Since Diane creates custom ceramic tiles, she could design anything I could dream up in ceramic tile!" Tamara Kenney, Dayton, Ohio


text:
We are thrilled to be able to share over two decades of award-winning research on ammonia systems with optimized refrigerant charges at one of the world's most prestigious events dedicated to natural refrigeration.
(PRWEB) February 21, 2017
As part of Star Refrigeration group of companies, Azane will be showcasing its ground-breaking modular air cooled packaged Azanechiller and Azanefreezer technology at the International Institute of Ammonia Refrigeration (IIAR).
Low charge ammonia is becoming the refrigerant of choice for commercial and industrial refrigeration business wanting to future proof their cooling needs ahead of the phase out programme for HCFCs –the R22 phase out - and HFCs.
Azane's zero carbon ammonia technology is environmentally friendly and offers up to 95% reductions in refrigerant charge and 20% in energy savings compared to traditional ammonia systems and HFC systems. The pre-engineered family of chillers and condensing units also offer regulatory advantages to businesses such as eliminating the burdens associated with OSHA and EPA regulation.
Caleb Nelson, VP Business Development of Azane Inc will be discussing the benefits of the Azanechiller and Azanefreezer in detail at the Expo, "We are thrilled to be able to share over two decades of award-winning research on ammonia systems with optimized refrigerant charges at one of the world's most prestigious events dedicated to natural refrigeration."
"By sharing the knowledge we've gained over the years through successful installations of Azane packaged units internationally and for some of the largest US food companies, we hope to be an ambassador for the technology and continue to advance the uptake of safe and efficient commercial and industrial cooling technologies that are future proof."
The introduction of low charge ammonia in the US – following Europe's adoption of the technology in response to their refrigerant phase-outs that began in the 90's--has opened up a market which in the past was restricted to large refrigerant charges for industrial refrigeration systems that used ammonia. With the low ammonia charge in Azane's systems, ammonia is now more suitable for a variety of industries including food manufactures, food processing, public refrigerated and freezer warehouses, wineries, breweries, ice rinks, HVAC and process cooling.
Providing an efficient alternative to HCFC systems in response to the EPA's R22 and HFC phaseout programs, the Azane units are a pre-engineered, pre-packaged, plug and play cooling solution which does not require a separate machinery room or heavy maintenance.
Find the Azane team at stand 813 at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center, San Antonio. Independent industrial refrigeration consultants Star Technical Solutions - part of the Star Refrigeration group of companies- will also be at hand to answer any questions regarding low charge ammonia refrigeration technology for both, commercial and industrial applications.
To find more or register for the event go to https://www.iiar.org/IIAR/WCM/Events/Annual_Conference/WCM/Events/2017_Conference/2017_Program/General_Conference_Page.aspx?hkey=294e9a3c-1dbe-4c95-9afd-837dcfa7b43c
Azane Inc is a US subsidiary of the Star Refrigeration group of companies. It has become a reference point for low charge ammonia cooling technology in the USA. The manufacturer fabricates low charge ammonia industrial refrigeration packages in Chambersburg, PA for distribution in the USA, South America and Canada. To find more information about Azane's eco-friendly industrial refrigeration solutions visit http://www.azane-inc.com


text:
- Staunton, VA, USA
- Full Time
We offer a competitive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life, short term and long term disability insurance, H S A, medical and dependent care FSAs, 401(k), service awards, paid voluntary/community service leave and tuition reimbursement.
Summit Design and Engineering Services (office in South Boston, VA) is recruiting for Environmental Inspectors to inspect all phases of construction on projects located in Central and Southwest, VA. The ideal candidate must be able to act and make decisions independently for routine erosion/ sediment control and storm water control issues while fostering a partnering relationship with contractors, the public, and other project stakeholders. An Environmental Compliance Inspector at this level must perform daily record keeping of project activities, monitor and perform environmental inspections to ensure regulatory compliance. Provides technical expertise and is competent with SWPPP, Pollution Prevention, Spill Containment Plans, C-107 process, VSMP, ESCCC, and MS4 programs. Must have ability to assess environmental impacts to water quality, streams, wetlands and threatened species and to interpret state and federal environmental laws and regulations, policies and best practices.
- Virginia DEQ Certification for Erosion and Sediment Control Inspection
- Virginia DEQ Storm Water Management (Inspector) Certification
- High school graduate or two-year civil engineering technology degree
- 3-6 years of experience
- Good communication (written and oral) and math skills (algebra and geometry)
- Working knowledge of roadway, structure and bridge construction methods, materials, standards, construction symbols and terminology
- Working knowledge of state and federal environmental, safety, EEO guidelines and regulations
- Ability to read and interpret utility, roadway, bridge and structure plans and contract specifications
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office, email and Internet
- Ability to work independently
Additional Certifications considered a plus include:
- VDOT or NICET Level II Soil and Aggregate Compaction
- VDOT Asphalt Field Level I & II
- VDOT or NICET Level II Hydraulic Cement Concrete Field
- VDOT Pavement Marking
- VDOT Slurry Surfacing
- VDOT Surface Treatment
- VDOT Flagger Certification
- Nuclear Gauge Safety and Hazmat Training
- Intermediate Work Zone Traffic Control
- OSHA 10-Hours OSHA Safety Training
- VDOT Guardrail Certification
Candidates will be subject to outside environmental conditions, including hazards at construction sites. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds on occasion. Must be able to walk over rough and uneven terrain and be able to stand up to 12 hours a day on occasion. Must have the ability to bend, stoop, kneel and twist, use hands to grasp and arms to reach, to raise hands above head, to sit, climb and balance and to work in confined spaces and heights. Must be able to travel overnight as needed.
Must have a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record. Criminal background check will be performed.
Summit Design and Engineering Services is a multi-disciplined design and engineering services firm headquartered in Hillsborough, North Carolina, with other offices in Raleigh, Durham, Asheville, Fayetteville, Pittsboro, Indian Trail and South Boston, Virginia. For the past 4 years we have been named one of the fastest growing companies in the Research Triangle area.
Since 1997, Summit's success, tradition of service and expansion into new fields of practice have been based on our commitment to help our clients successfully complete projects of all types.
Our expertise includes: Construction Engineering Inspection (CEI), Structural Engineering, Land Development, Geotechnical Engineering, Architecture, Transportation and Infrastructure Design, Traffic Engineering, Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS), Construction Materials Testing, Special Inspections and Surveying.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action
Apply Now
Sign Up For Job Alerts!
- Resources
- Share This Page


text:
May 16, 2016
Welcome to Mason City Schools' e-Newsletter that highlights happenings in
the Mason City School District.
For information, email Tracey Carson at
Mason Honors Students' Commitment to Serving Country in Blue Star Ceremony
Eleven members of the William Mason High School Class of 2016 were honored for their decision to serve their country during a Blue Star Ceremony in the school's auditorium on May 13.
"We are so proud of each one of you," shared Dr. Gail Kist-Kline, superintendent during her opening remarks to the students and their families and classmates. "Thank you, on behalf of everyone here, for your dedication, commitment and willingness to serve your country to protect our freedoms."
Students honored at the ceremony included:
Andrew Davidson
Tyler Henry
(Marines Reserves),
Garrett Johnson
Cole Kinser
(Army ROTC Purdue),
Jared Lucke
Quinn Long
(Air Force ROTC Miami University),
Connor McNulty
Adam Manning
(Air Force),
James Oden
Jake Tracy
(Air Force), and
Tucker Welsh
Read more about the
Blue Star Ceremony
MECC Students Join in School-Wide Dance: Event Supports Cincinnati Ballet's CincyDance! in Washington Park
Mason Early Childhood Center students are busting a move - for a great cause. On a recent Tuesday, kindergartners were mashing up classical and contemporary dance moves and music - going from ballet's third position to the whip! All of MECC's 1,900 three, four, five, six and seven year olds have been learning the same choreographed dance and will perform it at school on May 19, as part of the Cincinnati Ballet's CincyDance! program, through the generous support of ArtsWave.
CincyDance! typically goes to schools where nearly all the students receive free breakfast, lunch and sometimes food to take home for the weekend. However, MECC was included at no charge because MECC teachers have been a friend to the Ballet and wanted to not only bring this opportunity to the children of Mason, but create an outreach experience that will bring an important experience to children who would not otherwise have this opportunity.
Cincinnati Ballet will present CincyDance! in Washington Park on May 18 at 12:00pm. Over
1,200 local third grade students from Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky schools will learn a dance and share in a memorable, once-in-a-lifetime collaborative community experience. Learn more about
CincyDance! in Washington Park.
"We want all of Mason to help support the CincyDance! in Washington Park this year," says
Pam Wainscott
, MECC first grade teacher. "We are such a lucky community and our children are so lucky! But, just 15-20 miles down the road, kids are less fortunate."
Read more about
CincyDance! at MECC
MHS Female Computer Scientists Win Awards, Act as Role Models
"Bro-grammer" culture gets a lot of air time in movies and TV shows like
Silicon Valley
. What's missing? Powerful
stories that celebrate the women who code - like Rachel, Ria and Rhadika. That's one of the reasons why the National Center for Women & Information Technology (NCWIT) is encouraging talented girls like Mason High School students
Sydney Braine, Ria Datla, Rachel Hunter-Renderle, Nidhi Iyanna, Sydnie Kong, Rhadika Upadhye, Jenny Wan, Emily Wang
Shirley Yang
These nine
students recently received the NCWIT's Award for Aspirations in Computing from the Ohio affiliate. This award recognizes high school young women for their computing-related aspirations as well as leadership ability, academic history, and plans for post-secondary education. Wang was also selected as a national runner-up.
Mason High School helps students build their IT aptitude through a range of computer programming courses, including AP Computer Science.
Computer Programming teacher
Gregg Kummer
is proud of the girls' achievement and appreciates how the opportunity reflects their hard work. "These awards open a lot of doors for them in terms of internships and long-term opportunities and scholarships. Not only does this promote their learning, it helps others learn about Information Technology, too."
Read more about how
MHS students are modeling a love for computer science
Ohio's Chance to Make State Tests More Meaningful
In December 2015, both Chambers of the U.S. Congress passed the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) - which replaced the No Child Left Behind (NCLB) law. By this fall, states must submit implementation plans for approval in order to get federal funding under this newly enacted education policy.
The ESSA narrows the United States federal government's role in elementary and secondary education. While ESSA retains some of the annual standardized testing requirements of NCLB, it shifts the law's federal accountability provisions to states. Consequently, this is a pivotal time for Ohioans who care about local control to make their voices heard!
As a founding member of the Greater Cincinnati School Advocacy Network, Mason City Schools joins with other educators throughout the region in strongly urging that Ohio address the following important considerations from educators and families:
Stop the State Driven Over-Testing of Children
ESSA requires "high quality student assessments in math, reading/language arts, and science" but there is a lot of room for reducing the onerous amount of testing that results in curriculum shrinkage, test prep, and less innovation and creativity in the classroom.
Ohio should engage in the minimum amount of testing required under ESSA. This includes eliminating end-of-course exams in favor of other options such as the ACT at high school, eliminating state social studies tests, and eliminating the 3rd Grade Reading Guarantee.
Ensure that the State Tests Give Timely, Meaningful Feedback
Ohio's state tests are mostly used to rank and sort districts and schools - rather than sharing information to improve a student's academic achievement. Ohio's assessment system does not provide assessment results in a format that allows teachers and building administrators to easily analyze the data.
Ohio should ensure that the new assessment system allows educators to use the data more efficiently and effectively to ensure high impact learning.
If you are interested in sharing your concerns about Ohio's ESSA implementation, please
consider sending a quick message
to our elected officials.
MEA Honors Student Leaders
On May 3, the Mason Education Association presented the "Shining Lights of Leadership" awards of distinction to outstanding Mason City School students. Awards were given to 19 Mason Early Childhood Center, Western Row Elementary, Mason Intermediate School, and Mason Middle School students who were nominated by their teachers and selected by a committee for having excelled as leaders and good citizens.
Students in the top five percent
of the MHS Class of 2016 were also recognized by their teachers for their high academic success and intellectual prowess. MEA officers and members expressed gratitude to the seniors for inspiring their peers and teachers alike. In-between the awards of distinction, the MEA Future Educator Memorial Scholarship was awarded to
Cara Severson
The MEA Shining Lights are: Preschooler
Aiden Moore
nominated by
Rachel Yesso
; Kindergarteners
Kamola Hikmatulloeva
nominated by
Ruth Harriger
, and
Elise Apewokin
nominated by
Soroya Smith
; 1st graders
Samantha Chance
nominated by
Monica Johnston
, and
Molly Benham
nominated by
Rachel Shearer
; 2nd graders
Ryan Koporc
nominated by
Heather Luebbehusen
, and
Kate Ryder
nominated by
Kathy Goebel
Sarah Flohr
; 3rd graders
Ronit Raj
nominated by
Jan Willig
Jill Hartsock
, and
Kelly Barto
nominated by
Jan Willig
Jill Hartsock
; 4th graders
Maya Kirzner
nominated by
Amy Hammond
Liza Borow
nominated by
Michelle Kling
Alissa Mahoney
; 5th graders
Grace McKay
nominated by
Chelsea Wirtz
Michelle Hugenberg
Deepak Susarla
nominated by
Katrina Philpot
Monique King
Nikki Hillman
; 6th graders
Erik Nowak
nominated by
Team Innovation: Amy Boynton, Lindsey Colvin, Leslie Feld, Mary Lee
Allison Pearson
; 7th graders
Riley Johansen
nominated by
Bethany Jones
Grace Bagadiong
nominated by
Renee McKinney-McCord
; and 8th graders
Emmy Saunders
nominated by
Roni Carpenter
, and
Jonathan Davis
nominated by
Colleen Johansen
Read more about the
MEA Student Leaders
Students' Art Chosen for Year-Long Display in MCS District Offices
Several Mason City Schools students' masterpieces were recently designated a part of the Mason Central art collection that will be displayed throughout the 2016-2017 school year.
Dr. Gail Kist-Kline
invited each artist and his or her family to a special reception in the students' honor on May 10.
Kist-Kline also thanked the district's art instructors for expanding the students' talents and creativity. "We have very talented students who are supported and encouraged by their very talented and dedicated teachers!"
Students whose artwork will be displayed during the 2016-2017 school year include:
Calleigh Bonnell, Hailey Brinkman, Avery Brown, Michelle Chen, Ben Cimini, Emma Conyers, Ira Cuasay, Allison Dagenback, Aron Dornhecker, Nolan Duvelius, Tyler Friesen, Kathryn Gross, Kaitlyn Hawthorne, Linda Hua, Tessa Joseph, Fatimah Kadhim, Taylor Kling, Sydney Maines, Nadia Myrie, Reva Reddy, Mikayla Schehr, Sarah Senne, Lucia Smith, McKenzie Snyder, Cole Tibbs, Grace Wang, Ben Wang
Payton Wood
Read more about the
Mason Central art collection
Two Mason DI Teams Headed for Globals
Two Mason Intermediate School "Destination Imagination" teams won their divisions at the 2016 state tournament, qualifying for the Global Finals to be held May 25-28 in Knoxville, Tennessee.
The two Mason DI Teams who qualified for Globals are:
The Critters of Creo
, fourth and fifth grade
Coach: Eric Stevens
Team members:
Samvit Das, Neel Goodbole, Richa Jha, Hannah Stevens
Mason Innovative Peeps
, sixth grade
Coaches: Steve and Jennifer Hodge
Team Members:
Ben Crane, Neha Gunda, Samuel Hall, Anna Hodge, Sarah Lyons, Rohan Mahajani, SaiRangarajan Sathishkumar
Team Mason Innovative Peeps also won the Renaissance Award
"We are very proud of these innovative and creative problem-solvers, and wish then luck at Globals," said
Greg Sears
, Mason Intermediate School Principal.
Lisa Fish
is the Mason City Schools Destination Imagination coordinator.
Read more about
Destination Imagination
Cast and Crew of Mason High School Theater's
Theophilus North
Garner 16 Cappies Nominations
Mason High School Theater's fall production of
Theophilus North
garnered 16 nominations for excellence awards from the Greater Cincinnati Cappies - the critics and awards program for high school theater.
Theophilus North
is nominated for Best Play, MHS students will perform a cutting from the production during the Cappies Gala, where winners will also be announced, on May 27 at the Aronoff Center in Cincinnati.
"Tennyson's great quote in
'I am part of all that I have met' rings so true for the 25 Mason High School students who will be honored at this year's Cappies Awards. They left a great mark on our theater-goers, and we're excited to see the region respond as well," said
Allen Young
, MHS Theater Director.
See who is nominated for a
Lions Club Honors Mason Students
The Mason Lions Club recognized four Mason City Schools students and a St. Susanna student at its annual Citizenship Awards Night on May 9. Following a dinner in the students' honor, each child received a plaque and $50.
This year's recipients included Mason High School's
Gina Deaton
Lauren Wise
, Mason Middle School's
Leah Lorenz
, Mason Intermediate's
Neev Gupta
and St. Susanna's
Darvy McAneny
. The Lions Club worked with school counselors throughout the selection process, and the honored students each selected a teacher to introduce them and share why they were chosen to receive the award.
Dale Conner
presented Deaton with her award,
Barb Shuba
presented Wise with her award,
Katie Lin
presented Lorenz with her award,
Amy Boynton
Lindsey Colvin
presented Gupta with his award, and
Christine Lauer
presented McAneny with her award.
Read more about the
Lions Club Citizenship Awards
MMS Teacher Selected for Prestigious Workshop
Congratulations to Mason Middle School Social Studies teacher
Jennifer Page
who was selected to attend the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) Landmarks workshop titled "
Demon Times: Temperance, Immigration, and Progressivism in an American City
" to be held in Columbus from July 24-29.
"I am so excited to get to work with educators around the country this summer to learn more about the conflicting interests of the Temperance Movement and German immigrant brewers in Columbus, Ohio where the founders of the Anti-Saloon League directly conflicted with the industry in immigrant neighborhoods like the German Village," shared Page.
NEH Landmarks workshops are offered twice in one summer, accommodate 36 teachers in each one-week session, and involve the teachers in collaboration with core faculty and visiting scholars. Participants benefit by gaining a sense of the importance of historical and cultural places by making connections between the workshop content and what they teach, and by developing individual teaching and/or research materials.
Read more about the
NEH Landmarks workshop
MI Students Receive Awards in City-Wide Challenge
Mason Intermediate School fifth graders in Gifted Intervention Specialist Vicki Chappell and Lynne Hutchinson's nine classes recently designed a Learning Space for their school as part of a city-wide Design LAB Challenge. The chosen projects from this learning
activity represented MI in the 2016 Design Lab Challenge held April 30-May7. The Architectural Foundation of Cincinnati will display these projects for the next month.
More than 100 schools and 2,000 student participated in
this year's architecture competition. Students presented their work to professionals in the architectural field, explaining their thinking through the design process.
Two of MI's eleven projects received awards based on judging from local architects and designers.
Honorable Mention for the Judge's Choice Award:
Jessica Bamford,
Marisa Crociata,
Sheren Mirib,
Sophie Sievking
Sustainability Surveyor's Award:
Lakshmi Avanthsa,
Michelle Chen,
Joanne Ramesh
Value-Conscious Consumers Should Heed MI ACT Students' Recommendations
Mason Intermediate fourth grade gifted students in
Amy Hammond
's class shared recommendations for brands that held the most value during the Mason Consumer Products Fair April 26.
The students shared the results of their product testing to demonstrate which brands can save consumers money. Attendees of the fair were also able to participate in their own testing, and learn if higher cost means higher quality when it comes to items like glue sticks, spray cleaners, toilet paper and more.
"This culminating Consumer Fair showcases all their hard work. From research and fact finding to being scientists in the classroom and finally to master editors, we wanted our display boards and our product tests to show the high standard we held ourselves to," said Hammond. "With this kind of effort comes some pride, and it was written all over their faces!"
Read more about the
Consumer Products Fair
High Fives to...
Mason's School Lunch Heroes
, who
make sure that our students have healthy, delicious meals every day!
the incredible
student athletes
honored at the inaugural MHS ESPY awards, AND the
MHS Athletic Department
& the all the students who took lead roles in making this new event such a tremendous success - including the
MHS Integrated Media students
who took lead roles in
producing the videos and promotion for the event, and the
MHS Studio students
who even designed the awards! Missed the ESPYs? Relive
the whole thing
in all its glory. Or, check out the
intro video
that kind of says it all!
Riddhi Chopra, Michael Darby, Allegra Delman, Neil Giridharan, Catherine Gong, Grace Huang, Divya Manoharan, Nia Myrie,
Ashwin Rajgopal
who each were awarded $1,500 GE Star Scholarships. As part of the awards program, the GE foundation also granted $500 to an MHS teacher in each student's honor!
all our
Comet Moms
There aren't enough hours in the day to keep up with you, or words in the dictionary to describe what a difference you make for our children. All we can say is ... THANK YOU!
all of our amazing
Mason City Schools Nurses
who stand at the front lines of our schools and keep our students healthy and happy!
Re-enroll your Kroger Card to Support Mason Schools Foundation
Mason Schools Foundation supporters must re-enroll their Kroger cards in the Kroger Community Rewards program each spring. Kroger divides charitable donations to non-profit organizations based on each group's participant spending.
The Mason Schools Foundation earned over $10,000 from the Kroger Community Rewards program in 2015 with only 150 families participating!
Kroger's donation helped fund grants for students from kindergarten through high school including
funding for elementary STEM labs, the new Robotics Lab at the middle school and many other grants
which allow Mason teachers to take our students Above and Beyond!
Enroll (or re-enroll) now!
Welcome to
Mason City Schools
Click here to watch the video!
Sponsored Flyers
2016 Mason Soccer Booster Youth Soccer Camp
2016-17 Kindergarten Registration
2016-17 MI ASEP Registration
2016-17 WR ASEP Registration
ASEP Summer Programs (Grades 4 - 6)
ASEP Summer Programs (Grades 1 - 3)
Class of 2020 Spirit Party Information
Club Fencing Program
Comet Skippers Summer Camp
MCS Spring Tennis Enrichment
MHS Drama Camp
MSF Amazon Smile
MSF General Appeal
MSF Kroger Plus Card Rewards
Non Sponsored Flyers
4H - Explore the Possibilities
Butler Fury Fall Tryouts
Children's Theatre of Mason Offers Summer Camps!
Children's Theatre of Mason Presents South Pacific
Deerfield Township Fire Rescue Safety Town Counselors
Fall Flag Football Fanatics League
Lakota FC
Melodic Connections Camp 2016
MPL Legos and the 4 Little Pigs
MPL Paws for Reading
Special Olympics Fundraiser
Warren County Teen Talent Contest
Xavier University Summer STEM Camps Mason
MCS Facebook Page
MECC PTO Facebook Page
WR PTO Facebook Page
MI PTO Facebook Page
MMS Facebook Page
The Chronicle Student Newspaper Facebook Page
WMHS Alumni Association Facebook Page
School Calendars
Upcoming Events
Our Mission
"To deliver excellence every day for all students by ensuring high impact learning, engaging parents and the community, providing a safe nurturing environment, and maximizing cost effectiveness"