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"Batman: Brave and the Bold" Cast and Crew on the Red Carpet
Romano and Diedrich Bader, who played Batman in "Brave and the Bold," both cited the 1960s Adam West TV show as their first and primary exposure to Batman. "The Batman that I really fell in love with was Adam West's. When it took a very different and dark direction, I didn't really go with it," Bader said "I wasn't the biggest fan –I prefered Adam. And this show took that tone I really appreciated."
Though consistent with multiple portrayals of the Dark Knight, including West's, Bader's light-hearted Batman stands out amongst modern versions. "It was interesting, because I talked to Kevin Smith, and this Batman is one of his favorites. Because it was made with real love. We didn't exploit Batman, we never pushed him in a direction he couldn't go, but we did take him in a different direction," Bader said. "And we really reached into the lexicon of superheroes and also the supervillains. Ten Eyes, and Zebra Man, and Crazy Quilt. It was all cool. My son, he's such a comic book fan–he bought the encyclopedia for DC long before I was Batman, and then memorized the whole thing. So for him it was really intense–one, for his dad to be Batman, but two, to see all these characters that he knew and loved and are underutilized. Because generally, it's the rogues gallery, and there's a limit to that."
Bader said, however, that playing the series lead presented some challenges for a comic actor like himself because Batman was often the straight man to more over-the-top characters like John DiMaggio's Aquaman. "What's interesting is the dichotomy between the sense of humor that ran throughout it and the darkness because he is the Dark Knight. Because of the lighter tone, I had some jokes, but I kind of undersold them," Bader said. "The whole thrust of it, especially once we really got into the rhythm of it–Michael Jelenic wrote to this very well–[Batman] has sort of an ironic sense of humor, he's always commenting, because he is such an eloquent person. It's interesting to him, the characters that come into his life. It was frustrating as someone who's done so many broad comedies to not be able to go out there, to have to dial it down. John DiMaggio was having such a good time! Going over the top. I mean, he was fantastic, just really going for it, but I had to undercut everything. So it was interesting. I loved the whole process.
"John as a whole, and the energy of Aquaman is just unbelievable," Bader continued. "I always felt like Batman really genuinely appreciated him and his sense of humor. It was always great to be there with John, John is a great, larger than life character, and he always makes a voiceover session fun. I know every time I work with John it's going to be a good time."
DiMaggio, for his part, clearly enjoyed his role as Aquaman. "Seventy percent of the Earth is water — I've been saying that since the beginning of the show. He's the man, he's got to get some respect," he said. Then, in his Aquaman voice, "Outrageous!" And as himself again, "He's the man!"
DiMaggio said he was "very fortunate" to have been involved with several major animated series, including his turn as Bender on "Futurama" and "Adventure Time's" Jake as well as "Brave and the Bold." "I think it's funny, because, really, all you have to do is have energy and be focused. If you get it together once, it gets easier each time," he said. "You're creating your own universe within the universe. If [Aquaman's] narcissism is important to the outcome of the whole product…! Once you kinda get what you're doing together, you can really bounce off of people. Because once you're sure, everybody else is sure. I think that's a pretty big key."
As to what form that "bouncing off" takes, DiMaggio said, in his best imitation of Bader, "I actually have a pretty good Diedrich Bader [impression]." "I used to bust his chops," DiMaggio continued in his own voice. "When he couldn't be there because of scheduling stuff, I would go ahead and sub for him and people would be like, that's too funny. And I would do it in front of him and he'd be embarrassed, red-faced, 'Do I really sound like that?' Come on, dude, you're awesome! But Diedrich is great, it was great working with him — he's such a wonderful talent and a generous actor. An actor's actor, a really funny guy."
But will the Blu-ray include DiMaggio-as-Bader outtakes? "Never!" DiMaggio laughed. "Never gonna make it!"
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My film arrived back from my Bolehill Quarry outing last week and I opened the packaging with bated breath..........did I get it right?
The answer is yes...........and no. I'm quite happy with the picture of the red tree on the rock wall, a touch under exposed but easy enough to rectify after scanning. There was one big surprise however........have you ever wondered what happens to Velvia 50 if you load it back to front? As you can see it comes out bright red! I'm totally surprised that it exposed at all, the celluloid must have acted as a filter. Believe it or not, I have someone who has asked for a print in this bright red form! After scanning and flipping in photoshop, a little work in Silver Efex Pro managed to save the situation and I ended up with quite a reasonable mono image. Please stay tuned for my Glencoe trip report coming tomorrow.......
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History of Send and Ripley
This page seeks to give a brief insight into the history of the local area.
Although there have been finds of Neolithic tools such as flint scrapers and flint flakes in Tannery Lane, Send and elsewhere, and a prehistoric wooden paddle was found in a meadow in 1912, there is no evidence of Stone Age settlements as such in Send (LGB. Newsletter 3, page 2). However, the River Wey, which flows through the greater part of Send and Ripley and the adjoining parishes of Wisley, Old Woking and Pyrford, probably provided sites of habitation as well as a means of communication from earliest times.
Evidence of Roman occupation is restricted to a few mostly single coins found in fields and gardens.
The Domesday Survey
Send was clearly well established by the latter part of the Anglo-Saxon period as it is referred to as 'Sendan' by 960 (Cartularium Saxonicum, Birch, Vol. 2, page 1063). It may be of Celtic origin (Surrey Place Names, Gavin Smith, pages 105 and 106. 2005.)
It was a thriving community when recorded in the Domesday Survey of 1086 following the Norman Conquest. Ripley is first mentioned during the reign of Richard 1 (1189-1199) and the area covered by Ripley may be assumed to be included with Send. The entry for Send as transcribed in the Phillimore edition of Domesday Book – Surrey, edited by John Morris is:
Land of Alfred of Marlborough
In Woking Hundred
- Alfred holds Sande from the King, and Reginald from him.
- Karl held it before 1066. Then and now it answered for 20 hides, land for 10 ploughs. In lordship 2 ploughs and 8 slaves.
- 14 villagers and 10 smallholders with 6 ploughs. A mill, which pays 21s. 6d. A church. 5 fisheries, which pay 54d; meadow, 100 acres less 16; woodland at 160 pigs.
- Of this land Walter holds 1 hides, and Herbert 9, of villagers' land. In lordship 2 ploughs, and 7 slaves; 1 villager and 16 smallholders.
- A mill which pays 2s.
- Total value before 1066 £20; now; the lordship £10, the rest 110s.
Send and Ripley have a long and vibrant History. The journals and newsletters written by the Society seek to explore and understand the past.


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Category Archives: Carpentry Schools
Search For The Best Carpentry Schools in USA
What are the educational requirements prior to get admitted to a carpentry school?
The educational requirements that you have to follow prior to get admitted are:
You must be a US citizen and have completed 18 years of age.
You must complete your high school and have a high school diploma.
You should not have any criminal record or any illegal background.
You must complete drug screening test, and other simple medical tests.
You will be also judged on your reading and writing English abilities.
Simple technical knowledge about the field such as safety practices during work, use of simple carpentry machines etc are also essential.
How to become a carpenter?
Step 1: Complete the prerequisites.
If you want to become a carpenter your journey should begin as early as from your high school. You should take subjects such as drawing, math's, shop, algebra, geometry, mechanical drawing, physics, blueprint reading in your high school. You should also complete all the educational prerequisites mentioned above
Step2: Complete the Apprenticeship training.
Search for the Apprenticeship programs offered in your areas. Such type of programs are offered by large construction based companies or also by some established schools or organizations.
How long it will take to complete my Apprenticeship training?
It will take you about 2-4 years to complete your training. In each year of your training period you have to complete at least 144 hours of technical training and 2000 hours of practical training.
Step 3: Get some formal training through some vocational or trade schools.
After completion of the apprenticeship training you will be awarded a certificate as a journey person. You may now get a job or continue further education. If you wish to get further degree program, your next destination is schools that offer such program to offer you a degree of carpentry. You can get a certificate, associate or a bachelor's degree.
Can I complete my Carpentry classes online?
Yes, if you are a busy person or if you have problem attending to ground school, online schools are the best options for you. Yes it's a rare case to find online schools in carpentry, but here at onlineclas.com we have listed many schools that offer online courses. Grab the best opportunity.
Step 4: Get involve in some internship programs.
Step 5: Work as a carpenter.
What are the parameters you have to look for before joining any carpentry schools?
- Research for good carpentry schools around your area.
- Look for the course and curriculum the college is offering.
- Look for the practical sessions the college is offering.
- Quality of teacher matters a lot.
- Always go for established institution.
- Remember costly tuition fees and education is not the key always.
- Seek an expert advice or advice of the seniors who are already studying there.
What are the different degree programs offered by such carpentry schools?
1. Certificate in Carpentry
As a entry level you can go for a certificate in carpentry degree. Remember this is just a entry level, and you still have to join a further degree program. A high school degree is required to enter certificate level. The duration of the certificate course is 1 year.
What are the subjects you will be taught during your certificate level?
The program coursework includes:
- safety
- framing
- construction methodologies
- cabinet making
- interior design and finishing
- estimating
- blueprint reading
2. Associate's Degree in Carpentry
This degree program are intended for those who want to start their career as a finish carpenters, home remodelers, woodworkers or as framers. The course duration is 2 years. You will be awarded with a Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree.
What are the subjects you will be taught during your Associate level?
The program coursework includes the basic courses covered in certificate level plus:
- business management
- building and construction
- remodeling theories
- carpentry mathematics
- co-work experiences and many more
3. Bachelor's Degree in Carpentry
Candidates seeking for a advanced career in carpentry can do a four year bachelor's degree.
What are the job duties of a carpenter?
The duties and responsibilities of a carpenter are as follows:
- to construct frameworks
- to make new design and blueprint
- to measure dimensions and built the required foundation there.
- to inspect floors, ceilings, tiles, etc
- to design a given parameter
- to cut or shape a material to the specified dimensions
- to repair some damaged structures
- to properly assemble the materials and give an appropriate idea on how to use the materials properly
- to focus on safety of the user during the assembling of the structure.
What is the salary outlook of a carpenter?
Currently a carpenter can make up to $15- $21 /hour depending on the work place, experience, knowledge and education. This is not the end. You can make way higher after you gain a little experience and reputation. And wait, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics the salary demand of carpenters is going to increase by 13% between 2008 to 2012. All the very best for your future.
Tips and suggestions:
- Being physically fit is a key to success.
- Taking Spanish class will aid your chances in getting a good job.
- Always remember there is high risks of accidents in this field.
- Always be prepared for the tensed situation.
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For Adam, living near Honolulu, this Sunday morning is one he has been looking forward to — fishing with friends, away from the ever-watchful eyes of his father, a navy lieutenant. Then, right before his eyes, Adam watches Japanese planes fly overhead and attack the U.S. Navy. All he can think is that it's just like in the movies. But as he sees his father's ship, the Arizona, sink beneath the water, he realizes this isn't make-believe. It's real.
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Tuesday, February 9th, 2016
Tags: birds, illustration, paint, sketchbook
Friday, October 16th, 2015
A group of painted houses…
Tags: houses, illustration, paint, watercolour
Monday, August 31st, 2015
some more watercolour patterns x
Tags: floral, flowers, paint, pattern, surface pattern, watercolour
Monday, August 3rd, 2015
Just back from a 2 week break, hence no posts for a while! Sharing over the next few days some work I did in a sketchbook I took away with me. I now have a pile of things to do and 2 children to look after for 3 more weeks – looks like a lot of working late may be needed!
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text: Operating and Installation Instructions Ventilation System DA 249-4 To prevent accidents and machine damage, read these instructions before installation or use. UV M.-Nr. 06 712 720 2 Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Guide to the hood Functional description Operation Turning on the fan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Selecting the power level. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Delayed Shut Down . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Turning off the fan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Turning the lighting on/off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Dimming the lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Filter timers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Checking the filter timers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Reprogramming the timers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Cleaning and Care Cleaning the casing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Grease filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Active charcoal filters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Changing the light bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 After Sales Service Installation instructions Caring for the environment Installation accessories Plywood backing Electrical data Appliance dimensions Installation Installation instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Dismantling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Air extraction Condensate trap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read these Operating Instructions carefully before installing or using the Ventilation System. This appliance is intended for residential use only. Use the appliance only for its intended purpose. The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for damages caused by improper use of the hood. This appliance complies with current safety requirements. Improper use of the appliance can lead to personal injury and material damage. READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS ,CAUTION Use only for general ventilation. Do not use to exhaust hazardous or explosive materials and vapors. This appliance is designed to vent cooking smoke and odors only. Be certain your appliance is properly installed and grounded by a qualified technician. To guarantee the electrical safety of this appliance, continuity must exist between the appliance and an effective grounding system. It is imperative that this basic safety requirement be met. If there is any doubt, have the electrical system of the house checked by a qualified electrician. The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for damages caused by the lack, or inadequacy, of an effective grounding system. Before connecting the appliance to the power supply make sure that the voltage and frequency listed on the data plate correspond with the household electrical supply. This data must correspond to prevent machine damage. If in doubt consult a qualified electrician. Installation work and repairs should only be performed by a qualified technician in accordance with all applicable codes and standards. Repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be dangerous and the manufacturer will not be held responsible. 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS This equipment is not designed for maritime use or for use in mobile installations such as recreational vehicles or aircraft. However, under certain conditions it may be possible for installation in these applications. Please contact the nearest Miele dealer or the Technical Service Department with specific requirements. Before servicing or cleaning the unit, switch power off at the service panel and lock the service disconnecting means to prevent power from being switched on accidentally. If the service disconnecting means cannot be locked, securely fasten a prominent warning device, such as a tag, to the service panel. Before discarding an old appliance, unplug it from the power supply and remove the power cord and any doors to prevent hazards. Use Do not allow children to play with or operate the appliance or its controls. Supervise its use by the elderly or infirm. Be careful when preparing a flambé beneath the hood. Flames may be drawn up into the hood by the suction and the grease filters may catch fire. Never operate gas burners without cookware. Turn the burner off when not in use. Adjust the burner so that the flames do not extend beneath the cookware. The hood can be damaged due to exessive heat from the burners. Do not use the hood without the grease filters in place. Clean the grease filters regularly. Dirty filters are a fire hazard. Do not use a steam cleaner to clean the hood. Steam could penetrate the electrical components and cause a short circuit. Always turn on the hood when using the cooktop to prevent damage from condensation. 5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS , WARNING - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A COOKTOP GREASE FIRE: Never leave surface units unattended at high settings. Boilovers cause smoking and greasy spillovers may ignite. Heat oils slowly on low or medium settings. Always turn the hood on when cooking at high heat or when cooking flaming foods. Clean ventilation fans frequently. Grease should not be allowed to accumulate on the fan or filter. Use the proper pan size. Always use cookware appropriate for the size of the surface element. , WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY TO PERSONS IN THE EVENT OF A COOKTOP GREASE FIRE, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING: SMOTHER FLAMES with a close fitting lid, cookie sheet, or metal tray then turn off the burner. BE CAREFUL TO PREVENT BURNS. If the flames do not go out immediately, EVACUATE AND CALL THE FIRE DEPARTMENT. NEVER PICK UP A FLAMING PAN - You may be burned. DO NOT USE WATER, including wet dishcloths or towels - a violent steam explosion may result. Use a fire extinguisher ONLY if: – You have a Class ABC extinguisher and know how to operate it. – The fire is small and contained in the area where it started. – The fire department has been called. – You can fight the fire with your back to an exit. 6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Installation , WARNING To reduce the risk of fire only use metal ductwork. When installing the hood, follow the recommended minimum safety distances between a Miele cooktop and the hood: – 22" (55 cm) above electric cooktops, – 26" (65 cm) above gas cooktops, – 26" (65 cm) above an open grill. If local building codes require a greater safety distance, follow their requirement. For non-Miele cooking appliances maintain the safety distances recommended by the appliance manufacturer. If there is more than one appliance beneath the hood and they have different minimum safety distances always select the greater distance. Be careful not to damage hidden electrical wiring or plumbing when cutting or drilling into the wall or ceiling. Any fittings, sealant, or materials used to install the ductwork must be made of approved non-flammable materials. Never connect an exhaust hood to an active chimney, dryer vent, vent flue, or room ventilating ductwork. Seek professional advice before connecting an exhaust hood vent to an existing, inactive chimney or vent flue. Ducted fans must always be vented outdoors. Make sure that the airflow in the room is sufficient for combustion and exhausting of all non-electric heating appliances (water heaters, gas cooktops, gas ovens, etc.), otherwise backdrafts may occur. Follow the heating manufacturer's guidelines and safety standards or those published by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) or the American Society for Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE). If in doubt, consult an experienced professional. Do not use an extension cord to connect the appliance to electricity. Extension cords do not guarantee the required safety of the appliance, (e.g. danger of overheating). Do not install this hood over cooktops burning solid fuel. 7 Guide to the hood 8 Guide to the hood a Chimney extension b Recirculation vent For recirculation use with optional accessories c Chimney d Canopy e Overhead lighting m Grease filter button The indicator next to the grease filter button lights when the grease filter and decor cover need to be cleaned. This button is also used: – to reset the grease filter timer after cleaning the grease filter (see "Cleaning and Care"). – to show how long the grease filter have been in use (see "Operation / Filter timers"). Available to purchase, for use in the recirculation mode. – to change the number of hours counted by the grease filter timer (see "Operation / Reprogramming the filter timers"). g Grease filter n Charcoal filter button h Decor cover The indicator next to the charcoal filter button lights when the charcoal filters need to be replaced. f Active Charcoal Filter i Light button This button turns the light on and off and also dims the light. The lighting can be used independently of the fan. j On/Off button k Fan power selection Four fan speed selection This button is also used: – to reset the charcoal filter timer after changing the filters (see "Cleaning and care"). – to show how long the charcoal filters have been in use (see "Operation / Filter timers"). – to change the number of hours counted by the charcoal filter timer (see "Operation / Reprogramming the timers"). l Delayed Shut Down This button activates the Delayed Shut Down feature. The fan can be set to turn off automatically after either 5 or 15 minutes. 9 Functional description The hood offers two modes of operation: Air extraction Recirculation mode The air is drawn in and cleaned by the decor panel and the grease filter and directed outside. Air is drawn through the the decor panel, grease filter and an active charcoal filter. The filtered air is then recirculated back into the kitchen through a vent at the top of the hood's chimney. The hood comes equipped with a non-return flap. This flap automatically closes when the hood is turned off so that no exchange of outside air and room air can occur. When the hood is turned on, the air pressure of the exhaust fan automatically opens the flap blowing the inside air and cooking odors outside. 10 The recirculation mode requires an install kit and charcoal filter which are optional accessories. Before using the hood in recirculation mode, ensure that the active charcoal filter is in place, see "Cleaning and care". Operation Turning on the fan Automatically switching back the Intensive power level The intensive level "4" can be programmed to automatically switch back to level "3" after 10 minutes. ^ Press the On/Off button. ^ Turn the fan and the lights off. The fan runs at power level "2". The On/Off indicator lights. Selecting the power level ^ Press and hold the Delay Shut Down button for 10 secs. The first indicator lights. ^ Use the "–/+" controls to select the desired power level. ^ Press the following buttons one after another, + = increases the fan speed – = decreases the fan speed Level "1" to "3" (green indicators) are usually sufficient for normal cooking. – light, Intensive setting Level "4" (yellow indicator) should be used for a short period when frying or cooking food with a strong aroma. – the "-" button, and – the light button again. 11 Operation Fan performance If the power level indicators "1" and "4" flash, the automatic switch back is not activated. ^ To activate the automatic switch back press the "+" button. The power level indicators "1" and "4" light continuously. ^ To deactivate the automatic switch back press the "–" button. ^ To save the setting press the Delay Shut Down button. If the procedure is not saved within 4 minutes of programming, the hood will automatically default to the "old" setting. 12 The maximum air flow capacity is 625 cfm. Factors such as narrow duct diameter and bends will affect this value. Level 1 operates at 40% capacity Level 2 operates at 60% capacity Level 3 operates at 80% capacity Level 4 operates at 100% capacity There will also be a slight decrease in airflow for hoods operated in recirculation mode due to the active charcoal filter. Operation Delayed Shut Down If odors or smoke remain in the kitchen after cooking has been completed, the Delayed Shut Down feature can be selected to allow the hood to continue running for either 5 or 15 minutes. Turning off the fan ^ Press the On/Off button to turn the fan off. The indicator goes out. Automatic Safety Shut Off ^ Press the Delayed Shut Down button while the fan is still running. Press once = 5 minute delay (left indicator lights) Press twice = 15 minute delay (right indicator lights) The fan will turn off automatically 10 hours after the last button was activated. The lighting however will remain on. ^ Press the On/Off button to turn the fan back on again. To cancel the Delayed Shut Down feature press the button again. 13 Operation Turning the lighting on/off Dimming the lighting The overhead lighting can be turned on and off independently of the fan. The brightness of the lighting can be adjusted. ^ While the lighting is turned on, press the light button. The lighting will dim until the button is released. ^ Press the light button briefly to turn on the lighting. The light button indicator illuminates. ^ Press the light button briefly again to turn off the lighting. The light button indicator will go out. ^ If the button is pressed again, the lighting will brighten until the button is released. If the button is pressed continuously, the light will cycle between bright and dark. ^ Press the light button again to turn off the lighting. 14 Operation Filter timers Checking the filter timers Grease filter To check the percentage of time already used: A timer monitors the hours of fan operation. The indicator for the grease filter will light after 30 hours of operation. The grease filter must then be cleaned. After the grease filter have been cleaned and put in place, the grease filter timer must be reset. ^ To do this, press the grease filter button for about 3 seconds. The indicator will go out. Charcoal filters Recirculation mode The timer for the charcoal filter is not preset. Please program this timer, see "Operation/Reprogramming the charcoal filter timer". The charcoal filter indicator will light once the selected time has elapsed. The charcoal filters must then be replaced and the charcoal filter timer must be reset. ^ Press the On/Off button to turn the fan on. ^ Press the grease or charcoal filter button. The number of flashing "–/+" indicators show the percentage of programmed hours that have been used. 1 indicator 2 indicators 3 indicators 4 indicators = = = = less than 25 % less than 50 % less than 75 % less than 100 % This information will remain stored in memory in the event of a power failure. ^ To do this, press the charcoal filter button for about 3 seconds. The indicator will go out. 15 Operation Reprogramming the timers The grease filter timer is preset to 30 hours. This time can be lengthened or shortened to 20, 30, 40 or 50 hours. – A time of 20 hours should be programmed in kitchens with frequent pan or deep frying. – A time of 20 hours should also be programmed if the kitchen is only used occasionally. Otherwise grease which has accumulated over a long period of time will harden on the filters making cleaning more difficult. Reprogramming the grease filter timer ^ Press the On/Off button to turn off the fan. ^ Press the Delayed Shut Down and grease filter buttons at the same time. 16 The indicator for the grease filter and one of the "–/+" indicators will flash. The lit indicator shows the programmed time: 1st indicator from the left 2nd indicator from the left 3rd indicator from the left 4th indicator from the left = = = = 20 hours 30 hours 40 hours 50 hours ^ Use the "–/+" buttons to select the desired time. ^ Store the selection by pressing the grease filter button. If the procedure is not stored within 4 minutes of programming, the hood will automatically default to the "old" data. Operation Reprogramming the charcoal filter timer The active charcoal filter can only be used in recirculation mode and can not be used to exhaust fumes. The charcoal filter timer is not not preset. Before using the hood in recirculation mode, the charcoal filter timer must be programmed. The indicator for the charcoal filter and one of the "–/+" indicators will flash. The lit indicator shows the programmed time: 1st indicator from the left = 120 hours 2nd indicator from the left = 180 hours 3rd indicator from the left = 240 hours 4th indicator from the left = deactivated ^ Use the "–/+" button to select the desired time. ^ Turn off the fan using the On/Off button. ^ Store the selection by pressing the charcoal filter button. ^ Press the Delayed Shut Down and Charcoal Filter buttons at the same time. If the procedure is not stored within 4 minutes of programming, the hood will automatically default to the "old" data. 17 Cleaning and Care Before cleaning or servicing the hood, disconnect it from the power supply by either removing the fuse, unplugging it from the outlet or manually "tripping" the circuit breaker. Cleaning the casing Warning: Never use abrasive cleaners, scouring pads, steel wool or caustic (oven) cleaners on the hood. They will damage the surface. ^ All external surfaces and controls can be cleaned with warm water and liquid dish soap applied with a soft sponge. ^ Wipe dry using a soft cloth. Do not use too much water when cleaning the controls. Water could penetrate into the electronics and cause damage. ^ Glass surfaces can be cleaned using glass cleaner. Avoid: – cleaning agents containing soda, acids, solvents or chlorides, – abrasive cleaning agents e.g. powder or cream cleansers, – abrasive sponges, e.g. pot scourers or sponges which have been previously used with abrasive cleaning agents. – limescale removers These will damage the surface. 18 Stainless steel Stainless steel surfaces can be cleaned using a non-abrasive stainless steel cleaner. To help prevent resoiling, a conditioner for stainless steel can also be used. Apply sparingly with even pressure. Stainless steel colored controls These controls may become discolored or damaged if not cleaned regularly. Do not use a stainless steel cleaner on these controls. Cleaning and Care Grease filter Removing the decor cover The decor panel and reusable metal grease filter remove solid particles from the vented kitchen air (grease, dust, etc). The grease filter is visible when the decor cover is removed. The grease filter should be cleaned every 3 - 4 weeks or whenever the grease filter indicator lights. Always clean both the decor panel and the grease filter. A dirty filter is a fire hazard. ^ To remove the decor cover, pull on the release knobs. Hold the decor cover when doing this so that it does not fall on to the cooktop. ^ Remove the decor cover. Removing the grease filter ^ To remove the grease filter, pull on the release knob. Hold the grease filter when doing this so that it does not fall on to the cooktop. 19 Cleaning and Care Cleaning the grease filters ^ By hand: use a scrub brush with a solution of warm water and mild detergent. Do not use the pure detergent, aggessive all purpose cleaners, oven sprays or limescale removers. They could destroy the filters. ^ If the grease filter is cleaned before the timer has reached its maximum, the grease filter button should be pressed for 6 seconds to reset the counter to zero. Inserting the grease filter ^ In a dishwasher: place the filters vertically in the lower basket, making sure that the spray arm is not blocked. Use a hot temperature program, e.g. "Heavy Soil" or "Pots and pans". Use the recommended amount of dishwasher detergent. Overuse could destroy the filter. Depending on the detergent, cleaning the grease filter in a dishwasher may cause permanent discoloration of the filter surface. Performance of the filter will not be affected by this discoloration. ^ Angle the grease filter into position toward the front of the hood. ^ Once the front edge of the filter is in place, push up the rear of the filter so that both sides click into place. Inserting the decor cover ^ After cleaning, the filter can be placed on a towel to air dry. ^ For cleaning the decor cover see "Cleaning the casing". ^ While the filter is removed, clean any dirt or grease from the filter casing to prevent the risk of fire. ^ After returning the grease filter, press the grease filter button for 3 seconds to reset the timer. The indicator light will go out. 20 ^ Hook the decor cover on to the latches on the rear panel of the chimney. Push the cover up at the front so that it clicks in place. Cleaning and Care Active charcoal filters In recirculation mode an active charcoal filter must be used in addition to the grease filter. The charcoal filter is designed to absorb cooking odors. Replacement active charcoal filters can be ordered from the Miele Technical Service Department. U 1-800-999-1360 V 1-800-565-6435 ^ The decor cover must be removed to access the active charcoal filter. See "Cleaning and Care". ^ Before inserting an active charcoal filter for the first time remove the connector for use in air extraction mode. Loosen the screw in the connector and remove. ^ To remove the active charcoal filter pull down on the tab at the back of the filter. ^ Insert the new charcoal filter on an angle toward the front of the hood and then firmly press the rear in place. ^ Return the grease filter and decor cover. ^ When the active charcoal filter is installed for the first time, program the charcoal filter timer. See "Operation - Reprogramming the charcoal filter timer". 21 Cleaning and Care Replace the active charcoal filter when the charcoal filter indicator lights. Replace the filter at least every 6 months or when it no longer absorbs odors efficiently. The old charcoal filter can be disposed of in the household waste. ^ After replacing the charcoal filters, press and hold the charcoal filter button for about 3 seconds to reset the charcoal filter timer. The indicator light will go out. ^ If the charcoal filters are replaced before the timer has reached its maximum, the charcoal filter button should be pressed for 6 seconds to reset the counter to zero. 22 Cleaning and Care Changing the light bulbs Before changing the light bulbs, disconnect the hood from the power supply by either removing the fuse, unplugging it, or manually "tripping" the circuit breaker. ^ Remove the decor cover, see "Cleaning and Care / Removing the decor cover". ^ Pull the old bulb out of its socket and replace it with a new one of the same type. Be careful not to drop the bulb on the cooktop. When in use halogen bulbs become extremely hot, and they can burn your hands. Do not attempt to change the bulbs until they have had sufficient time to cool down. Do not touch the bulb surface. Fingerprints or body oils deposited on the bulb will decrease the life of the bulb. Please follow the bulb manufacturer's instructions. 23 After Sales Service Repairs MieleCare In the event of a fault which you cannot easily fix yourself, please contact the Miele Technical Service Department at the address on the back of this booklet. MieleCare, our Extended Service Contract program, gives you the assurance of knowing that your appliance investment is covered by 5 years of worry free ownership. MieleCare is the only Extended Service Contract in the industry that guarantees repairs by a Miele Authorized Service Provider using genuine Miele parts. Only genuine Miele parts installed by factory trained professionals can guarantee the safety, reliability, and longevity of your Miele appliance. ^ When contacting the Technical Service Department, please quote the model and serial number of your appliance. These are shown on the data plate which is visible when the grease filter is removed. Please note that unless expressly approved in writing by Miele's Service department, Extended Service Contracts offered by other providers for Miele products will not be recognized by Miele. Our goal is to prevent unauthorized (and untrained) service personnel from working on your Miele products, possibly doing further damage to them, you and/or your home. To learn more about MieleCare Extended Service Contracts, please contact your appliance dealer or visit us online at: www.store.miele.com 24 Installation Instructions 26 Caring for the environment Disposal of packing material Disposal of an old appliance The cardboard box and packing materials protect the appliance during shipping. They have been designed to be biodegradable and recyclable. Please recycle. Old appliances may contain materials that can be recycled. Please contact your local recycling authority about the possibility of recycling these materials. To prevent suffocation of children, ensure that any plastic wrappings, bags, etc. are disposed of safely and kept out of their reach. Before discarding an old hood, unplug it from the outlet and cut off its power cord to prevent hazards. 27 Installation accessories 28 Installation accessories a 2 protective shields prevent scratches to the chimney during installation. b 2 hose clips for securing the ducting. 8 large headed screws 5 x 40 mm for securing the retaining plates and the canopy. c 1 reducing collar for use with 5" (125 mm) exhaust ducting. (S8 wall anchors included in the packaging are not for use in USA / CDN.) d Upper retaining plate secures the chimney extension. e Middle retaining plate for additional stability of the chimney. 2 M 6 locking nuts for securing the motor assembly. f Lower retaining plate secures the canopy and motor assembly. g Installation kit for recirculation mode contains diverter, 2 grilles and an hose (optional accessory) Caution: During the installation process, please be careful of sharp edges that can cause harm. 2 screws 3.9 x 7.5 mm for securing the chimney. 2 screws M4 with locking nuts and plastic washers for securing the glass canopy. 1 allen wrench for adjusting the unit height and fixing the operating unit. Installation instruction sheet 1 screw cover 1 lever for disassembling the chimney 29 Plywood backing The majority of the weight of the installed ventilation system will be supported by the lower retaining plate. It must be firmly attached to the stud framing behind the drywall. If studs are not available in the required locations, a plywood backing (min. 1/2" (13 mm) thick) spanning at least two studs must be installed. Failure to adequately support the weight as stated may result in the ventilation system falling off the wall, causing personal injury and property damage. (If plywood backing is not needed, proceed to the included installation sheet.) To install a plywood backing ^ Find the studs to the left and right of the mounting location by tapping the wall or using a stud finder. ^ Mark a vertical cutting line along the center of each stud. Be careful not to damage any wiring or plumbing that may be located behind the wall. Make sure that the power supply to the area where this installation is being performed has been turned off at the breaker panel before cutting into the wall. ^ Remove the drywall between the cutting lines and replace it with plywood of a matching thickness (min. 1/2" (13 mm) thick). Tape the joints and refinish the wall. ^ Proceed to the included installation sheet to complete the installation. ^ Determine and mark the location of the retaining plate for the canopy as outlined on the installation sheet. ^ Make a cutting line 3" (76 mm) above and 3" (76 mm) below the outline of the retaining plate. 30 Electrical data All electrical work should be performed by a qualified electrician in strict accordance with national and local safety regulations. Installation, repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be dangerous. The manufacturer can not be held responsible for unauthorized work. Ensure that power to the appliance is OFF while installation or repair work is performed. Verify that the voltage, load and circuit rating information found on the data plate (located behind the grease filter), match the household electrical supply before installing the hood. Important The hood comes equippped with a 5 ft (1.5 m) power cord with a NEMA 5-15 molded plug for connection to a 120 VAC, 60 Hz, 15 A power outlet. Maximum load . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 390 W Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 x 20 W Voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 V Frequency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Hz Circuit rating. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 A If there is any question concerning the electrical connection of this appliance to your power supply, please consult a licensed electrician or call Miele's Technical Service Department. U 1-800-999-1360 V 1-800-565-6435 WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE GROUNDED 31 Appliance dimensions 32 Appliance dimensions 1) Air outlet installed upwards for recirculation mode Distance between cooktop and hood (S) 2) and 3) Cut out area in wall or ceiling for entrance of 6" (150 mm) ductwork or 5" (125 mm) ductwork with a reducing collar. For recirculation mode only 2) and outlet installation are necessary. The installation procedure differs depending on the model and venting method. Before beginning the installation: Do not install this exhaust hood over cooktops burning solid fuel. When installing the hood, make sure that the following minimum distance (S) between the top of a cooking surface and the bottom of the hood is: - 22" (55 cm) above electric cooktops - 26" (65 cm) above gas cooktops - 26" (65 cm) above an open grill Follow the safety distances recommended by the cooktop manufacturer in their installation and operating instructions. If there is more than one appliance beneath the hood and they have different minimum safety distances always select the greater distance. ^ Read all instructions. ^ Determine height (S), regarding the user's body height, i.e. a comfortable height for the user. However, the greater the distance, the less effectively cooking odors are drawn in. ^ If the hood is fitted flush to the ceiling make sure that the remaining distance to the ceiling is not greater or less than appliance height H. Standard unit height H Air Extraction . . . . . . . . . . . 28 3/16" - 38" . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (716 - 966 mm) Recirculation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33" - 42" . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (836 - 1066 mm) If the standard unit height H is not suitable to the kitchen's ceiling height, longer optional chimney extensions are available from your Miele dealer or Miele. See "Warning and Safety instructions" for further information. 26" (65 cm) is recommended for all installations to allow for optimum work space under the hood. 33 Installation Installation instructions Dismantling ^ See the enclosed installation instruction sheet. If the hood needs to be disassembled, follow the instructions on the installation sheet in the reverse order. ^ Please read the "Important Safety Instructions" and Installation instructions before installing this hood. A lever is enclosed for easier removal of the chimney extension. Protective film The casing is covered with a protective film to prevent scratching during transport. ^ Peel off the film before installing the casing parts. ^ After removing the screws from the chimney, slide the lever between the chimney and the chimney extension and gently apply pressure to ease the chimney from its hooks. 34 Air extraction ,WARNING Danger of toxic fumes. Gas cooking appliances release carbon monoxide that can be harmful or fatal if inhaled. The exhaust gases extracted by the hood should be vented outside of the building only. Do not terminate the exhaust ducts in attics, garages, crawlspaces, etc. To reduce the risk of fire, only use metal ductwork. Please read and follow the "IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS" to reduce the risk of personal injury. Follow all local building codes when installing the hood. Exhaust ducting and connections – The ducting should be as short and straight as possible, and the number of sharp bends should be minimized. – For most efficient air extraction, the diameter of the ductwork should not be less than 6" (150 mm). Use of flat ducts also reduces the air extraction efficiency. – Noise levels of the hood will increase if flat ducts or round ducts of less than 6" (150 mm) in diameter are used. – Use smooth or flexible pipes made from approved non-flammable materials for exhaust ducting. – Where the ductwork is horizontal, it must slope away from the hood at least 1/8" per foot (1 cm per meter) to prevent condensation dripping into the appliance. – If the exhaust is ducted through an outside wall, a Miele Telescopic Wall Vent can be used. 35 Air extraction Condensate trap optional accessory If the exhaust is ducted into an inactive flue, the air must be expelled parallel to the flow direction of the flue. Never connect an exhaust hood to an active chimney, dryer vent, vent flue, or room venting ductwork. Seek professional advice before connecting an exhaust hood vent to an existing, inactive chimney or vent flue. Important! If the ductwork runs through rooms, ceilings, garages, etc. where temperature variations exist, it may need to be insulated to reduce condensation. 36 In some cases, a condensate trap may also be required to collect and evaporate any condensation which may occur. This optional accessory is available for ducts 5" (125 mm) and 5 7/8" (150 mm) in diameter. When installing a condensate trap, ensure that it is positioned vertically and if possible directly above the exhaust outlet. The arrow on the casing shows the venting direction. 37 38 39 Alteration rights reserved / 1106 M.-Nr. 06 712 720 / 00 en - US


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Dance Tuesday, August 9th
£150,000 to help 2Faced Dance Company fight for gender equality in dance
When Tamsin Fitzgerald set about battling a boys club culture permeating the dance sector, she rolled up her sleeves and got on with it.
The artistic director of Herefordshire-based 2Faced Dance Company has long been fighting for equality for female choreographers; from commissioning work to founding ground breaking initiatives which ambitiously aim to "innovate the sector".
The company has now secured more than £150,000 in funding (grant givers include the Esmée Fairbairn Foundation and Arts Council England) to push boundaries with The BENCH - its mentoring scheme for mid-career female choreographers, and to continue the Outlands project - a dance exchange run as part of Arts Council England's Reimagine India fund.
Both projects were developed in direct response to serious concerns about the lack of equality faced by female choreographers within dance.
The second year of The BENCH will see seven female choreographers spend nine months embracing training, discussions, debates and mentoring – then pitching for commissions which will support a forthcoming artistic production.
"Year 2 of The BENCH marks a significant development for female choreographers globally," said Tamsin.
Interview: 2Faced Dance's Tamsin Fitzgerald on fighting for gender equality
"We are delighted to be able to offer more opportunities for women across the world and increase awareness of the barriers that women face within the industry. We are excited to be working with some incredible choreographers and mentors and are looking forward to teaming up with venues across the UK and abroad on the next stages of levelling the playing field.
"The UK has many incredible, eloquent and talented women creating work whose choreographic voices are just not being heard or seen.
"The BENCH explores and unpicks some of the issues surrounding women as creators, whilst also putting talent and creation at the forefront."
In its first year, The BENCH received an overwhelming number of applications from female choreographers – making it clear how much a project like this was needed.
At The BENCH Event at the International Dance Festival Birmingham in May, more than 70 delegates and 23 speakers came together to proactively debate the issues facing gender disparity within dance.
It culminated with the release of The BENCH Manifesto – a promise to shatter the glass ceiling, which the likes of DanceXchange, Deda, Lawrence Batley Theatre, Yorkshire Dance, Rosie Kay Dance Company and 2Faced Dance Company have signed up to.
Peter Knott, area director of Arts Council England has called 2Faced's project an important step forward for wider industry support for female choreographers.
Applications from UK based, mid-career female choreographers (working in any genre) to The BENCH year 2 are now open. The deadline for applications is 5pm on Friday, August 26, 2016. For more information about the programme, visit www.the-bench.org.
Work choreographed by Rebecca Evans – the winner of The BENCH commission in 2015/16, will be performed by 2Faced Company as part of their forthcoming tour, RUN. The triple bill, created by female choreographers Tamsin Fitzgerald, Lenka Vagnerova and Evans, will premiere in October 2016 at DanceEast, Ipswich, and come to the Courtyard in Hereford in spring 2017.
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The Amish Christmas Sleigh by Molly Jebber, Amy Lillard, and Kelly Long is a 384 page book in the Christian Amish fiction genre. It is published by Kensignton and was released on September 29, 2015. To purchase your copy, click here.
Book Information:A SLEIGH RIDE ON ICE MOUNTAIN
Kelly Long
For solitary toy-maker Sebastian Christner, hiring Kate Zook as his new housekeeper is simply the right thing to do. Now she can support her special-needs brother. But one taste of her independent spirit is showing him undreamed-of holiday joy—and making him long to give her a home for always . . .
Amy Lillard
Bernice Yoder has far too much to do to entertain holiday dreams. Even if she can help Jess Schmucker outwit his three mischievous young daughters, it's impossible to imagine the handsome widower can see her as anything but a scolding schoolteacher. He never guesses how a magical Christmas Eve will open his eyes to love or how Der Herr will awaken their faith and hope.
Molly Jebber
As much as Charity Lantz's children need a father, the young widow isn't sure her new neighbor Luke Fisher can ever be the right choice. They're having more disagreements than snowflakes in December. Besides, he's never given a sign he wants to be more than friends. Can Gott show them a way past their misunderstandings to a forever love?
Cassandra's Review- Very enjoyable groups of loving and sweet stories. The authors combine to give a gift of spiritual blessings to the reader.
About the Authors
Molly Jebber is an educational, motivational, and Women's Christian Connection speaker. She was raised in a small town in the Midwest, and insists if you had blinked twice, you would've missed it. She loves God, her family and friends, sunshine, swimming and traveling to the Amish communities. Creating historical Amish characters and throwing them into difficult situations and joyous times has been challenging and fun for her. The greatest reward she's experienced in becoming an author is meeting wonderful people from all over the world who've been encouraging and supportive.
Kelly Long is the author of the acclaimed Amish Patch of Heaven series and has been a finalist for the coveted Carol Award from the American Christian Fiction Writers. Her novel Lily's Wedding Quilt was a 2011 Goodreads Favorite Book of the Year. Born and raised in the mountains of Northern Pennsylvania, she's been married for nearly twenty-five years and has five children. Please visit her at kellylongbooks.com.
Amy Lillard won the 2013 Carol Award for her first Amish romance Saving Gideon. She was also a Maggie Awards finalist. Born and bred in Mississippi, she now lives with her husband and son in Oklahoma. Visit her at amywritesromance.com.


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Undergraduate students are provided with accounts on a central server named T2, on which they can manage email services, a personal website and applications for their studies.
Academic staff, administrative staff and graduate students are entitled for an account on TX server, which enables email services and personal websites, or on Exchange server, enabling email services and online calendars.
The server ALUF provides a variety of scientific software, designed to run batch jobs via the PBS queuing system.
The CIS Division also provides a variety of central servers with the following services:
- HPC cluster - a cluster for High Performance Computing (called TAMNUN) for the use of all Technion researchers.
- Servers hosting Moodle E-learning system for all students.
- Web servers providing web hosting services to various Technion units, using a number of web development technologies.
- Email servers providing webmail services and the ability to send secured e-mail from all around the world.
- Spam filtering system providing anti-spam services to all Technion users.
- Backup and recovery services for servers, workstations, personal computers and laptops.
- Server for file sharing called UPLOAD, providing large file uploading service, that allows sharing among users.
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Daniel Hope, Concertmaster
Menahem Pressler, Piano (January 27 ONLY)
Sebastian Knauer, Piano
January 25-28, 2018
Mozart: Piano Concerto No. 23 in A major, K. 488
Mozart: Violin Concerto in G major, No. 3, K. 216
Mozart: Symphony No. 29 in A major, K. 201
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Wednesday, January 24, 2018, 10am, Kanbar Performing Arts Center
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Thursday, January 25, 2018, 8pm, First Congregational Church
*Featuring Sebastian Knauer
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Friday, January 26, 2018, 8pm, Oshman Family Jewish Community Center
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Saturday, January 27, 2018, 8pm, Herbst Theatre
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Sunday, January 28, 2018, 3pm, Osher Marin Jewish Community Center
*Featuring Sebastian Knauer
About the Concert
Renowned pianists Menahem Pressler and Sebastian Knauer mark their New Century debuts with an all-Mozart program that celebrates the composer's birthday and showcases his Piano Concerto No. 23 and Symphony No. 29.
About Menahem Pressler
Menahem Pressler, founding member and pianist of the Beaux Arts Trio, has established himself among the world's most distinguished and honored musicians, with a career that spans almost six decades. Now, at 91 years old, he continues to captivate audiences throughout the world as performer and pedagogue, performing solo and chamber music recitals to great critical acclaim while maintaining a dedicated and robust teaching career.
Born in Magdeburg, Germany in 1923, Pressler fled Nazi Germany in 1939 and emigrated to Israel. Pressler's world renowned career was launched after he was awarded first prize at the Debussy International Piano Competition in San Francisco in 1946. This was followed by his successful American debut with the Philadelphia Orchestra under the baton of Maestro Eugene Ormandy. Since then, Pressler's extensive tours of North America and Europe have included performances with the orchestras of New York, Chicago, Cleveland, Pittsburgh, Dallas, San Francisco, London, Paris, Brussels, Oslo, Helsinki and many others.
After nearly a decade of an illustrious and praised solo career, the 1955 Berkshire Music Festival saw Menahem Pressler's debut as a chamber musician, where he appeared as pianist with the Beaux Arts Trio. This collaboration quickly established Pressler's reputation as one of the world's most revered chamber musicians. With Pressler at the Trio's helm as the only pianist for nearly 55 years, The New York Times described the Beaux Arts Trio as "in a class by itself" and the Washington Post exclaimed that "since its founding more than 50 years ago, the Beaux Arts Trio has become the gold standard for trios throughout the world." The 2007-2008 season was nothing short of bitter-sweet, as violinist Daniel Hope, cellist Antonio Meneses and Menahem Pressler took their final bows as The Beaux Arts Trio, which marked the end of one of the most celebrated and revered chamber music careers of all time. What saw the end of a one artistic legacy also witnessed the beginning of another, as Pressler continues to dazzle audiences throughout the world, both as piano soloist and collaborating chamber musician, including performances with the Juilliard, Emerson, American, and Cleveland Quartets, among many others. Of his recent solo performance in Austria, Die Presse wrote: "he struck a tone that was long believed lost already, a tone we perhaps last heard from Wilhelm Kempff." His upcoming solo concertizing engagements include performances with the Berlin Philharmonic, the Orchestra de Paris and the Concertgebow Orchestra, among others.
For nearly 60 years, Menahem Pressler has taught on the piano faculty at the world-renowned Indiana University Jacobs School of Music where he currently holds the rank of Distinguished Professor of Music as the Charles Webb Chair. Equally as illustrious as his performing career, Professor Pressler has been hailed as "Master Pedagogue" and has had prize-winning students in all of the major international piano competitions, including the Queen Elizabeth, Busoni, Rubenstein, Leeds and VanCliburn competitions among many others. His former students grace the faculties of prestigious schools of music across the world, and have become some of the most prominent and influential artist-teachers today. In addition to teaching his private students at Indiana University, he continuously presents master classes throughout the world, and continues to serve on the jury of many major international piano competitions.
Among his numerous honors and awards, Pressler has received honorary doctorates from the Manhattan School of Music, the University of Nebraska, the San Francisco Conservatory of Music and the North Carolina School of the Arts, six Grammy nominations (including one in 2006), lifetime achievement awards from Gramophone magazine and the International Chamber Music Association, Chamber Music America's Distinguished Service Award, the Gold Medal of Merit from the National Society of Arts and Letters. He has also been awarded the German Critics "Ehrenurkunde" award, and election into the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. In 2007 Pressler was appointed as an Honorary Fellow of the Jerusalem Academy of Music and Dance in recognition of a lifetime of performance and leadership in music. In 2005 Pressler received two additional awards of international merit: the German President's Deutsche Bundesverdienstkreuz (German Cross of Merit) First Class, Germany's highest honor, and France's highest cultural honor, the Commandeur in the Order of Arts and Letters award. His more recent honors and awards include the prestigious Wigmore Medal (2011), the Menuhin Prize given by the Queen of Spain (2012), inductions into the American Classical Music and Gramophone Magazine Halls of Fame (2012), and the Music Teachers National Association Achievement Award.
In addition to recording nearly the entire piano chamber repertoire with the Beaux Arts Trio on the Philips label, Menahem Pressler has compiled over thirty solo recordings, ranging from the works of Bach to Ben Haim.
About Sebastian Knauer
Pianist Sebastian Knauer was born in Hamburg in 1971 where he made his debut aged 14. He now looks back on a career lasting more than 25 years. His intense musicality which characterises his unique style of playing, has led to innumerable successes, establishing his name throughout the international world of music. He has given performances in more than 50 countries on four continents, each time appearing on the most reputable stages like the Konzerthaus and the Philharmonie in Berlin, the Philharmonie of Cologne and Munich, the Gewandhaus Leipzig, the Concertgebouw Amsterdam, London´s Wigmore Hall, the Théatre des Champs-Elysées in Paris, the Tonhalle Zurich, the Konzerthaus in Vienna, the Auditori Barcelona, the Sala Verdi in Milano and, looking further afield, the Lincoln Center New York, the Herbst Theater San Francisco, Miami´s Knight Concert Hall, the Téatro Municipal in Sao Paulo and Rio de Janeiro, the Oriental Concert Hall in Shanghai, the Forbidden City Concert Hall Peking, the Toppan Hall Tokyo and the Performing Arts Center Hong Kong. Sebastian Knauer has retained his home in his birthplace Hamburg, where he has traced his roots back to the 18th century, but by now he has become a true World Citizen.


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Title: Gunsmoke Signals
Author: Operation-Villainous
Character Pairings: Hiruma/Mamori
Genre: Romance/Drama/Humor
Rating: T
Warnings: Hiruma's Infamous Vulgarity
Disclaimers: I own nothing Eyeshield 21
Summary: A collection of drabbles, one-shots, and mini-stories dedicated to the Hiruma/Mamori pairing. Based on the "100 Themes" and LiveJournal's "30 Distractions" challenges.
Page Width: Keep story's width at "3/4"; adjustment settings are at the top-right corner of the site, where the different font styles and sizes are located. "3/4" is the original width that this story was written in.
Light/Dark: This chapter is best read on the light background setting because it deals with nighttime.
Distraction VIII: Don't Touch Me
"You're goin' down, fucking manager."
"Not even in your dreams, Hiruma-kun."
"Kekeke, only someone as conceited and spoiled as you would think I'd dream about them."
"And only someone as arrogant and pigheaded as you would say something like that."
She smiled sweetly as she took the offered football from the still cackling blond and strolled past, making her way to her team's side of the field.
"I can't believe we're doing this, Mamori," Ako whispered, pushing her glasses higher up on her nose.
"Yeah! I mean, those guys look like they're going to enjoy tackling us!" Sara squeaked as she wrung her hands nervously.
She sighed exasperatedly, standing between the two with the football clutched in her small hands. "This is just for fun. And for the last time, this is flag football; not the real thing. Tackling isn't allowed."
She grinned, her crystal-blue twinkling with feminine mischief as she turned to stare up at the only male on their all-girl team. "Besides, we have Musashi-san to protect us if things do get a little rough."
"YA-A!" cheered Deimon's roller-skating cheerleader, her grin infectious as she threw her arms around one of the kicker's thicker, brawnier ones, tugging on it excitedly. "Gen-nii will be our strong, noble demon slayer!"
The tall, handsomely muscular carpenter smirked faintly, idly picking at his ear. A pink flag-belt was wrapped around his solid waist, blatantly displaying his alliance against those with the black flag-belts; Heaven's Angels versus the Dark Devils. The other girls on the team were crowded around him, sighing dreamingly as they smiled up at him, their hearts practically in their eyes. Even her two friends were distracted from their previous worries at the mentioning of his name.
She couldn't blame them. The deep voice; the hard, square jaw and dark stubble; the soulful-brown eyes; the darkly-tanned, muscular body - they all made Deimon's Sixty-Yard Magnum an irresistible studcake. And the heavy, black mohawk and single piercing dangling from his earlobe only enhanced his masculine attractiveness, giving him that bad-boy edge that every girl loved.
"Are you sure you want to be on our team?" she inquired. He was only there to level out the players, the girls having only made up six of her team, including herself. But they could have just as easily recruited Sena, or even Monta, who, she discovered, had ended up beside himself with disappointment when Musashi had nonchalantly volunteered first.
He turned a quirky smile down at her, the curling of his lips tilting up the light, dark stubble surrounding them. Something amused and male glinted in his dark brown eyes. "Being on a team of pretty girls is not something I'm going to be teased about, Anezaki-san."
She smiled, feeling wonderfully flattered as her cheeks heated pleasantly.
She heard him chuckle as they all moved toward the center of the field, getting into position as Hiruma's team did the same.
She crouched slightly behind the bigger, heavier body of Deimon's kicker, hands out and ready to catch the ball once she issued the command. They were taking a risk, making her quarterback when Musashi would have been more suited, he having more arm strength than her. But he had declined when she'd brought it up, reassuring her that she would do all right ... and reminded her that quarterbacks weren't all about passes, Hiruma being a testament to that.
"Set!" she called. The effect of the exclamation was almost immediate: bodies shifted faintly; footing was secured; muscles tensed.
She could see all of those on the opposing team that were ready to rush forward. Kurita and the Huh-Huh Brothers had taken their normal positions as linemen. The shorter frames of Sena and Monta were located on either side of Hiruma. And Hiruma, being his usual self, was grinning like a shark that had just spotted its next meal.
Her heart skipped a beat, realizing that the grin was aimed pointedly in her direction.
She could have easily brushed it off, being that it was natural to have all attention focused on her because she was going to handle the ball ... but that's not what she saw in that wicked grin.
Her instincts wailed in fright, sensing danger.
"Hut, hut!" she cried, her heart leaping into her throat as chaos instantly exploded around her. Musashi snapped the ball, it slipping perfectly into her hands, before immediately shooting forward with the girls in his line to block the Dark Devils.
She backed up several steps, looking for her team's receiver, until she actually backed into someone. Squeaking, she whirled around, eyes wide, expecting someone from the other team to be behind her.
Instead, she found her receiver and running back, Ako and Sara, clinging onto each other, shaking and whimpering pitifully.
"Oh, come on!" she cried, staring at them in exasperation.
There was a sharp tug at her waist and she twirled back around only to come face-to-face with a shark-toothed grin.
She gaped wordlessly when Hiruma lifted his arm and lightly shook the length of her flag-belt in her face. The whistle shrieked, indicating the end of the play,
Yukimitsu came jogging up, dressed in a referee's black-and-white striped uniform, his whistle dangling around his neck.
"Sorry, Mamori-san," he said, looking apologetic as he gently took the ball from her and handed it to over to Hiruma. Blowing the whistle again, the makeshift referee jogged back down the field.
"Told you, fucking manager," Hiruma cackled, emerald-green eyes glinting with gleefulness.
She glared and reached out to grab her flag-belt, but it was easily lifted higher, out of her reach. "Hiruma!"
"Oh, did you want this back?"
Scowling, she silently reached out again and managed to yank the belt from his hand, leveling him with a determined look as she hooked the pink belt back around her waist.
He grinned maniacally and turned back to his team, lazily tossing the ball up before catching it. "Into position, fucking brats!"
Heaving a sigh, she turned back to her own team. Musashi was standing off to the side, looking amused at how terrified the girls had become and Suzuna was beyond irritated, trying to cheer the others up and offer encouragement.
And it seemed to work, the girls falling back into their positions, though a bit more reluctantly than before.
"SET!" she heard Hiruma shout, the command putting an edge in his tone; an edge that told his team that there would be consequences if they failed him.
She flexed her fingers, her breath quickening as adrenaline began pumping hot and fast through her veins. She became aware that their game was attracting an audience and she looked around, suddenly distracted by Deimon High students taking seats in the grass and under trees, excited murmurs going around; possibly even bets.
The shout snapped her back to attention just in time to see everyone rush forward, trying to get to the ball. She immediately ran along the sideline as her line rushed forward, trying to get to the opposing quarterback.
But by the time she reached Hiruma, he had already wound himself back and flung his arm forward, the ball spearing through the air.
"Catch MAX!"
She gasped, hearing Monta's triumphant shout. She quickly changed course from the devilish quarterback
A long, toned arm snapped around her waist and hauled her against a solid body.
She shrieked in outrage and glared up at the quarterback. "Hiruma-kun!"
But he ignored her, grinning as he watched his receiver charge down the field. "Get a fuckin' touchdown, you damn monkey!"
Competition burning hot through her veins, she struggled against the arm locked around her waist as she looked around desperately, trying to see anyone who was closest to the receiver and wasn't being blocked.
Then, a miracle that was Musashi managed to fake a left with Juumonji and escaped him, immediately chasing after Monta.
Squealing in happiness, she forgot about Hiruma and started shouting in encouragement, "Get him, Musashi-san!"
"Tch, fuckin' old man."
She looked up smugly, expecting to see annoyance on his face. Instead, he was still wearing his maniacal grin, and her heart sank with the dawning realization that he had a plan.
Suddenly, he whipped out a black remote, its long antenna bobbing slightly from the motion. Its single, crimson button glinted ominously in the sunlight.
"H-Hiruma?" she squeaked, eyes widening. "Is ... is that a detonator?"
His emerald-green eyes harbored something unholy as he grinned down at her. "Kekeke. No, it's a fuckin' TV remote."
He pressed the button with a sounding click.
... And a section of the field exploded skyward, the geyser of dirt and grass enveloping Musashi and Monta.
For one dreadful moment, while the girls on her team screamed together in terror and the rest of the boys' team scattered in fright along with some of their audience, she thought the two Deimon players had been injured.
Until ... she heard Monta's "Victory MAX!" on the other side of the dirt cloud, followed by the whistle that signaled a touchdown.
"M-Musashi-san?" she cried, pulling herself from Hiruma's body.
There was a long, horrible pause. And then ... a string of curses and threats, so vile and derogatory that they made Hiruma sound good-natured, floated across the field.
A blush warmed her cheeks and she brought a hand to her mouth when she heard the normally cool-mannered, polite Musashi unleash such a torrent of filthy expressions. Behind her, Hiruma laughed like a mad jackal.
"Oi!" he called, grinning as the air finally cleared, revealing an extremely dirty and roughed-up kicker. "Watch your mouth, fucking geezer! There're ladies present for fuck's sake!"
"You!" she snapped, finally jerking from her stunned composer. She spun around and smacked him on the arm. "You cheater! You can't touch or restrain people in flag football, Hiruma! And even though I know it doesn't say so in the rulebook, I think it's pretty self-explanatory that you're not allowed to use landmines or any other kind of explosives either! Argh, can't you do anything fair?"
Much to her aggravation, he just smirked down at her, scratching the bridge of his nose.
She ground her teeth, slicing him with a hot glare, her hands curling into clenched fists.
Oh, she could just hit that cocky grin off his face! She could just shove him, scream at him, call him names! She could –
She blinked, her anger and frustration immediately draining from her system as an idea – a very ludicrous idea – struck her.
She could play his game.
With a suddenly sly smile, she locked her gaze with his.
"All right, Hiruma-kun," she stated cheerily, moving in close to him; so close she could feel his body heat and recognize a light cologne. He leaned away slightly, eyeing her. She continued to smile, cooing, "You want to play dirty? Fine, then. Let's play dirty."
With a haughty toss of her head and a pivot of her hips, she sauntered away, making sure to put an emphasis in the natural sway of her hips. Her inner prim-and-proper disciplinarian screeched in outrage at her scandalous behavior and the immoral plan piecing itself together in her mind, but she promised herself that she would be mortified with herself later ...
Right now, she was playing to win, and that was the only thing that seemed to play at the front of her thoughts as she called her team in to explain what they needed to do.


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A large block of House Republicans is working with Democrats to resurrect the Export-Import Bank, a New Deal-era federal agency benefiting the largest corporations. The Ex-Im Bank expired at the end of June, but has been resurrected through legislative efforts of Tennessee Republican Rep. Steve Filcher.
Rep. Filcher has been pushing a "discharge petition" which can force the House to consider legislation backed by a majority of the Congress. On Monday, Filcher's petition passed the House, by a vote of 246-177, with 70 Republicans joined Democrats to reestablish the federal bank.
Few actions better highlight the wide gulf between Republican lawmakers in Washington and the party's voters. The extraordinary actions by many Republicans to revive the Ex-Im Bank, considered by many to be little more than corporate welfare, explains the populist anger roiling the Republican Presidential nomination.
FDR created the Export-Import Bank during the Depression to provide federal-backed loans to overseas companies to purchase American goods. Because the loans are guaranteed by American taxpayers, they provide cheaper credit to foreign companies to buy goods sold by U.S. companies.
Whatever arguments existed during the Depression to justify the creation of the Bank no longer exist today. For the last, at least, 7 years, the world has been swimming in cheap credit. The European Central Bank has even instituted "negative interest rates" on bank deposits, encouraging even more lending.
If anything, access to easy credit is a threat, not an obstacle, to continued economic growth. At the very least, it is hard to argue that any company faces difficulty accessing credit for equipment purchases. There simply is no macro-economic need for the federal government to provide cheap loans these days.
Less than 2 percent of American exports are currently financed by loans underwritten by the Ex-Im Bank. It isn't at all clear, moreover, whether these deals would even be threatened by the withdrawal of the taxpayer-backed loans.
While the Export-Import Bank may not have a big effect on the overall economy, it has a huge impact on very specific American companies. Around 75 percent of the bank's loan subsidies benefited just 10 American mega-corporations. Almost half the benefits go to a single company, Boeing.
The benefits to Boeing, in particular, point to the problems arise from a federal agency assisting particular companies or foreign entities. The biggest recipients of Ex-Im loans to purchase Boeing equipment are foreign airlines, which then compete directly with American airline firms including Delta and United. Boeing may sell more planes, marginally, but American airlines then face increased competition from foreign companies purchasing aircraft at terms better than they could in open credit markets.
The federal government attempting to put its fingers on the scales of economic activity obviously invites potential abuse. Earlier this year, an Ex-Im Bank loan officer was convicted of accepting brides to authorize certain loans.
The Ex-Im Bank's own Inspector General concluded that the Bank lacked sufficient guidelines to prevent waste and fraud and has poor record-keeping or risk management policies.
Republican donors, however, have made revival of the Bank a priority. The U.S. Chamber has said reauthorizing the Bank is one of its top issues and will partly guide its involvement in upcoming Republican primaries. The Chamber expects to spend $100 million during the 2016 elections, a large portion of which will be used to challenge conservatives opposed to the Bank.
Earlier this year, the National Association of Manufacturers announced it would no longer host fundraisers for lawmakers at its offices in D.C. The move was seen as a thinly veiled threat to withhold campaign contributions until the Ex-Im Bank is reauthorized. Other corporate groups have implied a similar threat.
Unfortunately, Republicans in Washington will heed these threats more than those of Republican voters frustrated and angry that DC is perpetuating a corrupt status quo. The rampant growth in the federal government, combined with the executive overreach of the Obama Administration, spurred voters to entrust Republicans with Congress to tame the federal leviathan.
There are, of course, limits to what Republicans can achieve without the White House. What particularly galls voters, though, is the impression that Republicans will fight much harder to expand government programs it favors than to rein in programs voters oppose.
The "discharge petition" in the House was used because Speaker Boehner and many in Republican leadership had blocked action on reviving the Ex-Im Bank. Seventy Republicans, then, took the extraordinary step of bucking their own leadership to help Democrats revive the corporate welfare agency.
When conservatives buck leadership to oppose an expansion of government they are condemned as irresponsible or unreasonable. When rank-and-file Republicans do the same to expand government they are lauded as being adults, interested in "governing."
Little else is necessary to understand how anti-establishment candidates now command an overwhelming amount of support from Republican voters. Monday's actions shows that Washington Republicans still haven't gotten the message.