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Title Loans in Fair Oaks, CA
Car title loans in Sacramento and title loans in California cities in general are a great way for people with bad or limited credit to get the cash they need quickly.
Guide To Car Title Loans in Fair Oaks
Unlike payday, flex, or traditional loans, you may still qualify with bad credit and you simply don't have to worry about having the dreaded "minimum income" limit to qualify. In fact, qualifying for title loans is easy!
All you need if you:
- Own the title to your vehicle
- Have enough income to repay the loan
- Have a driver's license to show you're 18 or older
You qualify! Even more encouraging is that you don't need to have a vehicle inspection to get title loans in Fair Oaks, CA. All you need is to have a physical copy of your title. If you have all of these things, it's time to apply.
How to Apply for Title Loans in Fair Oaks
Applying for a title loan is a breeze. You simply enter a few pieces of information:
1. Your name
2. Your phone number
3. Your vehicle's information: Make, model, year, and mileage
Once you've submitted these three pieces of information, you can get an instant title loan quote. The quote is just a beginning.
The final number might vary a bit, but for all intents and purposes, you're going to get around that amount of money if you accept the loan.
After you apply, a lender will give you a call to let you know the terms and conditions of your loan. If you meet those terms and conditions, you'll get cash in your hand by the next day.
Good Title Loan Practices
Responsible lenders owe it to folks like you to make sure that they stick to the rules of title loans. This means that when you get title loans in Fair Oaks, California, you should make sure that your lender has stuck to the maximum amount of interest they can charge.
Also, you need to make sure that your number of renewals is within the legal limits. Most of the time, since title loans are short-term loans, you'll only be able to renew the loan 6 or fewer times in order to get it paid off. If you pay it off in that strict amount of time, you're all good to go.
Uses for Title Loans
Title loans in Fair Oaks are very flexible. You can use them for just about anything you need money for!
- Rent payments
- Car payments
- Car repairs
- Debts
- Food
- Utilities
And the list goes on and on. Your title loan funds are yours to choose as you choose, and you can grab this cash without having to account for your planned spending.
All you need to do is accept the call and the loan terms and conditions for repayment, bring your car title and license, and you're all set!
Apply Today For The Help You Need
Financial problems are sometimes inevitable, but you don't have to let them take over your life. With the help of title loans, you can get the money you need quickly, and since you're using your vehicle as collateral, you aren't risking your credit rating by doing so.
To use your vehicle for a line of credit, simply fill out the quick application today. Your application will be reviewed to get you quickly approved, and give you a call. From there, it's up to you to accept the repayment terms and come get your title loan in California and get you cash!


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Know Your Numbers: Five Keys to Using Financial Statements
September 23, 2015 @ 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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The purpose of Fiscal Fitness is to assist business owners to understand and use their financial information to change and grow their company. The ideal participant in Fiscal Fitness will have 2-3 years of financial history, pursuing financing, challenges with cash flow or selling their business.
Who should attend?
CEOs and CFOs of businesses with at least three years of financial history who want to have a better
understanding of how to use their financial statements to make better business decisions.
Topics include:
• Identifying problems using your Balance Sheet and Income Statement
• Proven ways to increase your company's cash flow
• Using break-even analysis to improve decision-making
• Planning the working capital to support your growth
• Keeping the banker on your side
Thanks to the support of Fifth Third Bank the $25 registration fee is waived and this training event is now free.
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This list of great real estate articles first listed on LinkedIn has applicability for all real estate consumers. If you are looking to buy, sell, or just want to get smarter about real estate terms and topics, this resource will definitely help.
While living in a neighborhood does not suit everyone's needs, the benefits can definitely make the experience worthwhile for many consumers. Check out all the details and determine if living in a neighborhood is a good option for your family.


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Vigil on Middlebury Green will raise awareness
VERGENNES | John Graham Housing & Services candlelight vigil for the homeless Read more
A pocket of growth locally
MIDDLEBURY | Vermont has pockets of growth, mainly in urban and semi-urban centers and Addison County is considered one of them. Read more
Not so bad for business
NORTH CREEK | The Adirondack Park has performed better economically than the rest of rural America since the inception of the Adirondack Park Agency, according to a new study... Read more
City enters mix for land bank slot
PLATTSBURGH | The Common Council has authorized the formation of a new not-for-profit, the Lake City Land Bank Corporation. Read more
As minimum wage continues to climb, hospitality industry awaits tip credit decision
PLATTSBURGH | The minimum wage upstate hit $11.10 an hour last week, the latest increase in a series of gradual hikes. Read more
The gift of animals
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Scott, Hallquist face off in Rutland
RUTLAND | In a 90-minute-long forum recently at the historic Paramount Theater, Repubilcan Gov. Phil Scott and Democratic challenger Christine Hallquist debated taxes, ethics, schools, housing and more. Read more
Social Security checks to grow 2.8%
ELIZABETHTOWN | The Social Security Administration announced last week that cost-of-living adjustments (COLA) to beneficiaries will be 2.8 percent next year. Read more
Seniors vs. the $15 min. wage
The $15 minimum wage is an increasingly hot topic in the election debates. Read more
Exemption making eligible Vermonters happy
MONTPELIER | Nearly 40,000 Vermonters receiving Social Security benefits will keep more of their income due to an income tax exemption. Read more
Hillside Cemetery, burial ground to prominent citizens, at risk of abandonment
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McClaughry's bad idea: A Reader's Viewpoint
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A matter of fairness
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Pottersville Food Pantry now open for business
POTTERSVILLE | The Pottersville Food Pantry opened Jan. 3 without a lot of customers, but with a supply of food items available for local residents. Read more
Forbes: Vermont 48th for business
As the Vermont State Legislature plans its agenda for the 2018 session, our elected leaders might consider addressing some of the issues highlighted by the business magazine, Forbes, regarding our economic situation. Read more
Merger committee reviews bus logistics
ELIZABETHTOWN |The fourth school merger committee meeting last week focused on transportation systems at Westport Central and Elizabethtown-Lewis Central schools. Read more
Republican tax plan misleading
As a lifelong Republican, I think current tax plans are misleadingly packaged as a tax cut for the poor and middle class. Read more
Lake George sewer plant may cost 23% more than budgeted
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Roundtable highlights energy savings programs
INDIAN LAKE | The Indian Lake Main Street Revitalization Committee sponsored a roundtable discussion last month to highlight energy efficiency programs available to local residents. Read more
State should scale back funding for boutique projects
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15 towers that resemble San Antonio's Tower of the Americas
San Antonio's Tower of the Americas is the most easily identifiable building on the Alamo City's skyline. Here are 15 other towers around the world of varying heights that at least slightly resemble the San Antonio icon, with some that are closer than others (like Calgary). Oh, and we counted antennae.
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Freshman Caroline Brashier was selected as the Great South Athletic Conference Singles Player of the Week for women's tennis for the week ending March 20. Brashier was 4-0 at #1 singles for the Panthers. She won matches against #1 players from Reinhardt, Piedmont, Maryville and Salem. For the season, Brashier is 4-1 overall and 1-1 in GSAC matches.


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Dr. Ko Eun (Grace) Lee
Piano Teacher
South Korean native Koeun Grace Lee is an avid performer, educator, and conference lecturer across the U.S. She holds a Doctor of Musical Arts degree in Piano Performance and a Post Master's Certificate in Music Theory Pedagogy from the University of North Carolina-Greensboro, a Master of Music degree in Piano Performance from the University of Missouri-Kansas City Conservatory of Music, and a Bachelor of Music degree in Piano Performance and Pedagogy and an Artist Diploma from the University of Tennessee-Knoxville. She has performed in master classes of internationally renowned pianists Kevin Kenner, Boaz Sharon, William Westney, Simone Dinnerstein, Jacques Després, Pascal Rogé, Jeremy Denk, Dror Biran, Joel Hastings, André Watts, and Byron Janis.
Dr. Lee has presented at numerous lecture-performances at conferences of the College Music Society in the U.S. and South Korea. She has been a featured performer and lecturer at the Composition in Asia International Symposium and Festival at the University of South Florida in Tampa. She is on piano faculty at Brevard College, Mars Hill University, and the Academy for the Arts at First Baptist Church of Asheville, and also serves as Music Director at Oakley United Methodist Church. She is an active member of Asheville Area Piano Forum, Music Teachers National Association, College Music Society, and Suzuki Association of the Americas. She will celebrate her first debut with Pan Harmonia, North Carolina's award-winning chamber music repertory company.


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HÀ NỘI — The US Department of Commerce has cancelled a review of the countervailing duty order on steel nails from Việt Nam for the period January 1-December 31, 2016.
The rescission notice was issued last week. The department received a request from Mid Continent Steel & Wire Inc to conduct an administrative review of the countervailing duty order with respect to 14 companies from Việt Nam on July 31.
Based on this request, the department published a notice of initiation of administrative review for this order on September 13. But on September 28, the petitioner withdrew its request for all 14 companies, so the department rescinded the order.
The department will instruct the US Customs and Border Protection to assess countervailing duties on all appropriate entries, at a rate equal to the cash deposit of the estimated anti-dumping duties required at the time of entry or withdrawal from warehouse, for consumption during the period. — VNS
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Figure 1. Clinical photograph, fundus photographs, and fluorescein angiogram. A, External photograph demonstrating bilateral dilated episcleral vessels. B, Montage fundus photograph of the right eye showing rare, subtle, scattered, temporal, peripheral, intraretinal hemorrhages (arrows). C, Montage fundus photograph of the left eye showing a temporal, peripheral, intraretinal hemorrhage (arrow). D, Fluorescein angiogram of the right eye showing mild vessel tortuosity, microaneurysms (arrows), and areas of capillary leakage (arrowhead) in the temporal periphery.
Figure 2. Spectral-domain optical coherence tomographic images. OD indicates right eye; OS, left eye. A, Serous macular detachment in both eyes at the initial visit. B, Complete resolution of serous macular detachments 7 months after systemic treatment.
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Skondra D, Chang GC, Farber HW, Eliott D. Ophthalmologic Diagnosis of Exacerbation of Idiopathic Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension. Arch Ophthalmol. 2012;130(12):1619–1621. doi:https://doi.org/10.1001/archophthalmol.2012.1802
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Author Affiliations: Retina Service, Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, Harvard Medical School (Drs Skondra, Chang, and Eliott) and Pulmonary Hypertension Center, Boston Medical Center, Boston University School of Medicine (Dr Farber), Boston.
Idiopathic pulmonary arterial hypertension (IPAH; formerly known as primary pulmonary hypertension) is a rare condition usually affecting young to middle-aged women in whom idiopathic obliteration of pulmonary arterioles results in increased pulmonary artery pressure and pulmonary vascular resistance, leading to right heart failure and subsequent elevation in systemic venous pressure.1 Ocular abnormalities have rarely been reported with IPAH.2-6 Herein, we illustrate a case in which ocular findings were the initial manifestation of clinically significant deterioration in a patient with IPAH.
A 28-year-old woman had blurred vision and metamorphopsia for 5 days, affecting the right eye more than the left. Her ocular history was unremarkable. Her medical history was negative for diabetes and hypertension and was significant for IPAH diagnosed 3 years prior and treated with continuous intravenous infusion of epoprostenol via an indwelling catheter and a portable infusion pump.
On examination, best-corrected visual acuity was 20/32 + 2 OD and 20/20 − 2 OS. On anterior segment examination, bilateral dilated episcleral vessels were noted and intraocular pressures were normal (Figure 1A). Fundus examination revealed peripapillary myelinated nerve fibers in the right eye and rare, small intraretinal hemorrhages in the temporal periphery bilaterally (Figure 1B and C). Fluorescein angiography showed normal choroidal and retinal perfusion, scattered microaneurysms, and areas of mild capillary leakage in the temporal periphery in both eyes (Figure 1D). Spectral-domain optical coherence tomography (Heidelberg Engineering) revealed serous macular detachment in the right eye greater than in the left (Figure 2A). B-scan ultrasonography did not show choroidal thickening.
Given the recent onset of ocular symptoms and findings that were consistent with elevated systemic venous pressure indicating worsening of IPAH, a right heart catheterization was performed and revealed that mean pulmonary artery pressure had increased by 27% compared with the previous measurement 9 months earlier (76 vs 60 mm Hg, respectively; reference range, 12-20 mm Hg). The right atrium and right ventricle pressures were also increased by 20% and 33%, respectively. The patient was diagnosed as having a severe exacerbation of IPAH and right heart failure, and she was admitted for aggressive treatment of fluid overload and IPAH.
Seven months later, her visual symptoms had resolved and visual acuity was 20/20 − 1 OD and 20/20 OS. She had improved episcleral vessels and fewer intraretinal hemorrhages. Spectral-domain optical coherence tomography showed complete resolution of the serous macular detachments (Figure 2B).
We report an unusual case of bilateral retinal microvascular abnormalities and serous macular detachment as the manifesting signs of exacerbation of IPAH. Idiopathic pulmonary arterial hypertension is rarely associated with ocular manifestations including central retinal vein occlusion, open-angle glaucoma, choroidal effusion, exudative retinal detachment, serous macular detachment, and diffuse macular edema.2-6 These manifestations are related to elevated episcleral, retinal, and choroidal venous pressure secondary to elevated systemic venous pressure.
Peripheral microaneurysms and mild capillary leakage with normal venous filling on fluorescein angiography have not been previously described in patients with IPAH. We believe that these abnormalities are precursors of central retinal vein occlusion and are secondary to increased retinal venous pressure causing chronic focal venous stasis, capillary damage, and focal breakdown of the blood-retina barrier.
To our knowledge, this is the first report of ocular findings as the initial manifestation of clinically significant exacerbation of IPAH warranting aggressive systemic treatment. Recognition of these subtle findings in our patient led to early intervention and treatment of severe IPAH before the development of more serious sequelae. Ocular manifestations should be recognized by clinicians, and systemic medical evaluation should be considered to prevent life- and vision-threatening complications.
Correspondence: Dr Eliott, Retina Service, Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, Harvard Medical School, 243 Charles St, Boston, MA 02114 (email@example.com).
Conflict of Interest Disclosures: None reported.
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Embark upon a culinary journey at Shaun Rankin, Grantley Hall's fine-dining restaurant.
Playfully innovative, Bar and Restaurant EightyEight will take you on a sensory journey, reworking classical Asian dishes to create a modern eastern experience.
The perfect place to enjoy sophisticated, casual, all day dining set in a relaxed atmosphere.
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On the back is a two megapixel camera that lacks both autofocus and a flash so is of limited use. It's fine for a quick snap of your mates doing something silly, but you'll have to be sure it's in good lighting as anything else will be blurry and noisy beyond belief. Video is also available, but again is very low quality so will only really be of use in daylight and when your subjects aren't moving around too much. Unfortunately the handset was collected before I had a chance to transfer the shots I'd taken with it to a computer, so you'll just have to take my word for it.
One of the features we most appreciated on the INQ1 was its MicroSD slot, and we're glad to see INQ has managed to retain this on an even cheaper phone. This makes it easy to take your photos and videos from and add music to the phone. Then again, considering you're limited to using the bundled headset for music listening (for which it's pretty rubbish) the idea of using this as a regular mp3 player is one we would discourage.
We were surprised to find a fairly sizeable 1,150mAh battery in this phone as that's larger than some we find in much larger and feature rich smartphones. We were thus a bit saddened to find quoted talk time was only 3.5 hours, despite standby time being an impressive 11 days. In our tests, where we were regularly using the phone for web browsing, Facebook checking, music listening, and photo taking over the course of a few days, we managed to get four days out of it and a full week should be possible with light usage.
The INQ Mini 3G's interface is much the same as that of the INQ1, with a single desktop upon which you can have three widgets selected from a fairly limited range including things like a large clock display, RSS feeds, and weather. Below this is a horizontal carousel of shortcuts to some of the phones main messaging features that 3 refers to as the 'switcher'. Shortcuts include Facebook, Skype, Twitter, Messenger, Mail, Search, and the 3 content portal, and you can add five more shortcuts including links to websites. This carousel is particularly useful as it can be brought forth while in other applications by pressing a button on the side of the phone. This enables you to, for instance, check something on Facebook while in the middle of writing a text message. Once done you can just press the back button and go back to the message you were writing.
The main menu, activated by the front button with the grid of squares, brings access to the phones settings, the general message folder, the camera, music and video players, and web browser. It's a fairly garish menu but is ultimately practical, though a little slow. Other apps include an RSS feed reader, alarms, calculator, notepad, stopwatch and voice recorder.
Of course, the main feature of the INQ Mini 3G is the Facebook and contacts integration. How does this hang together? In a word: perfectly. When adding Facebook contacts you're prompted to select which Facebook contacts to import to the phone, then by what means (phone, Facebook, Skype, etc) you'd like to contact them. It's as simple as that. Unfortunately, due to the pre-launch nature of the software we were testing, we weren't able to sign-in properly to Windows Live Messenger, so couldn't test this feature. However, Skype works just as well as on the INQ1 – no surprise given the software is the same.
The INQ Mini 3G isn't for everyone; it's far too low on features for those that want a true mobile web experience and it's a bit complicated for those that just want a simple cheap phone. However, if you can't afford the former and just want to make sure you're never out of the social loop, then you should definitely consider this phone. Especially if buying for teenage sons and daughters.
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However, building my business was not always easy. As a pioneer in self-publishing, many times I found myself derailed, blocked, stymied and distracted. I had to dig in deeply and work hard to stay on track, often at the objection of those around me who could not see my vision or understand my direction.
Over time, I realized my clients faced similar challenges. Like me, they wanted to make a significant, lasting difference in the world. And they had the expertise to do it. However, they sometimes lost sight of their goal or had trouble articulating it to others. In short, they wanted to be "thought leaders" but lacked an understanding of how to build that for themselves.
What is a thought leader?
A thought leader is someone others look to for advice, guidance and direction. Thought leaders inspire trust and are innovative, reliable authorities who offer creative solutions to problems. Authentic and persuasive, their sphere of influence is large. In companies, they energize strong teams. In organizations and government, they drive meaningful change. This is why they're often appointed to corporate boards, government commissions and industry-wide committees. In short, they're respected role models, leaders in their profession, industry or community who are known widely for making a significant difference.
Why is it important to be a thought leader?
Speaking out and letting your voice be known engages you in life. And, while stepping into the limelight can make you a target for criticism, it can also bring you promotions, elections, awards and other accolades which build your credibility. It's this widespread credibility which enables you to inspire others and create sustainable, meaningful change.
Becoming a respected, well-known thought leader, though, doesn't happen overnight. It's often an extremely tough process. But it's well worth the commitment. Increased satisfaction in your career and a heightened sense of personal accomplishment makes it fully worthwhile.
How do you become a thought leader?
Tell your story. Whether you are already a thought leader or looking to grow into being one, telling your story is essential. I've seen the power of storytelling exponentially expand my clients' circle of influence. As a matter of fact, my first book grew my business by 60 percent! As a subject matter expert, publishing an ExpertBook™ magnifies your voice. For example, you might go to a conference or meeting and talk to a group of people. They may remember a portion of your ideas and mention a few of them to others. But they probably won't remember all of what you shared. However, a book can reach thousands of people. And all of what you share is published in the public eye forever.
Trust what you know and share your expertise. No one knows your story better than you do. Think about what you do and why it matters. Right now is a great time to write a book because mainstream communications have become short and quick. This means book publishing is even more vital for professionals who want to share deeper content and provide lasting impact.
Ask for help. Avoid getting bogged down in the writing and publishing process. Many people start writing books with the best of intentions. But the book never gets written or published. LegacyONE Authors can help you organize, write and publish your brilliance – and help you get "unstuck" when you encounter obstacles.
Stay on your path. Finally, the strongest sign of a true thought leader is an uncompromising belief in the value of what you have to share and the willingness to do the work to get there. Identify your vision, focus on what you want to accomplish and get started. Then, as actress Bette Davis quipped in the film, All About Eve, "Fasten your seatbelts, it's going to be a bumpy night!" Be steadfast, hang on and claim your legacy.


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Easter EggstravaganzaMarch 23, 11:00am – 12:30pm
For children ages 3 to 8 years. Join us for a morning of Eggciting activities and action! Rain or shine, the outdoor egg hunt, is a search for bright and colourful eggs, big and small. The Easter bunny will be joining us. Cost: $5.00.
Location: Douglas Park Community Centre, 801 W. 22nd Avenue, Vancouver BC
Info: http://vancouver.ca
Easter Egg Hunt
Come for some Easter Egg Hunt fun! Includes arts & crafts activities and a visit from the Easter Bunny! Pre-registration required, drop-ins permitted ONLY if space is available. The event will also include an egg hunt with a candy bag to take home. No need to bring a basket, this will be part of our arts & crafts activities. Parent's supervision is required for 1-3yrs session. Cost: $5 per child.
Location: Roundhouse Community Centre, 181 Roundhouse Mews, Vancouver BC
Info: 604-713-1800 or http://roundhouse.ca/ai1ec_event/easter-egg-hunt/?instance_id=719
Easter Egg HuntMarch 23, 12:00pm
The Cadillac of Easter events! Ages 10 years & under. You can bring your own basket, or make one the day before (at Westbrook Welcome Centre on March 21 & 22, 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm).
Location: Westbrook Village, 3378 Wesbrook Mall Vancouver BC
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Easter Family Fun at HillcrestMarch 30, 11:00am – 1:00pm
Come to Hillcrest for some Easter family fun! Children and adults will have fun making Easter crafts, decorating cookies/cupcakes, playing carnival games and winning fun prizes! Kids will have fun going on an egg hunt and taking home special treat bags! Great photo opportunities with the Easter Bunny. Cost: $3.00.
Location: Hillcrest Community Centre, 4575 Clancy Loranger Way, Vancouver BC
Info: http://vancouver.ca
Stanley Park Easter TrainMarch 23 to April 1, 10:00am – 5:00pm
Hop on by for a fun-filled day including a ride on the miniature train, egg hunts, crafts and a visit from the Easter Bunny. The train runs rain or shine and is fully covered, protecting everyone onboard from spring showers. Be sure to bring your own Easter basket for the egg hunt!
Location: Stanley Park,
Info: www.vancouver.ca
Hippity Hop Easter EventMarch 28, 4:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Hippity Hop, Hippity Hop, bouncy your way through the egg hunt maze, games and all the other fun and exciting stations. Cost: $3.00. Pre-registration is required
Location: Creekside Community Centre, 1 Athletes Way, Vancouver BC
Register/Info: http://vancouver.ca/parks-recreation-culture/creekside-recreation-programs.aspx
Easter EggstravaganzaMarch 30, 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Hop in and meet the Easter Bunny. Outside Egg Hunt and lots of indoor activities too! Parent participation required. Pre-registration encouraged. Cost: $6 per child.
Location: Kitsilano Community Centre, 2690 Larch Street, Vancouver BC
Info: https://sites.google.com/site/kitscc/programs/special-events
Easter Eggstravanza and BreakfastMarch 31, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
HOP on down to our annual Easter Event at Sunset. Activities will include a bouncy castle, arts and crafts, face painting, cookie decorating and an Easter egg hunt. Breakfast will be served by our wonderful group of youth volunteers. Register now as this event is surely going to sell out. Cost: $5 per child.
Location: Sunset Community Centre, 6810 Main Street, Vancouver BC
Info: http://www.mysunset.net/
Easter HuntMarch 30, 10:30 am – 3:30 pm
Join your neighbours and get to know your local merchants. Hunt for clues that will let you know more about Cambie Village, Vancouver, and your neighbourhood. Your completed Map of Clues will earn you an Easter treat. The event is suitable for youth and adults. Younger children will require help from older siblings and parents.
Location: Cambie Village, 3378 Cambie St., Vancouver BC
Info: http://www.cambievillage.com/upcoming-events.htm
Easter Egg Hunt & CarnivalMarch 29, 10:45 am – 11:45 am (Age 5-7), 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm (Age 8-12)
This popular annual event brings families and the Easter Bunny together to have a FUN-tastic time! The event will feature a bouncy castle, Easter themed arts & crafts, face-painting, and so much more! The Easter Egg Hunt portion of the event will take place both indoors and outdoors (weather-permitting). All participants are guaranteed to take home a prize! Please bring a non-perishable food donation to support the Greater Vancouver Food Bank Society. Adult participation is required for 2-4 yrs session. Drop-ins not permitted.
Location: Killarney Community Centre, 6260 Killarney Street, Vancouver BC
Info/Registration: http://vancouver.ca
Easter EggstravaganzaMarch 30, 10:30am – 12:00pm
EGGstra fun is in store at our annual Easter event, which includes a continental style brunch, games, crafts, family entertainment and an Easter Egg Hunt. Space is limited and registration must be done in advance. Children must be accompanied by an adult. This event is suited for children 2-8 years. Cost: $5.00 per child.
Location: False Creek Community Centre,1318 Cartwright Street, Vancouver BC
Info: http://www.falsecreekcc.ca/
Easter Fun
March 30, 1:00pm – 3:00pm
Enter a colouring contest and make neat crafts to take home. Get your photo taken with the Easter Bunny on Friday, Saturday, or Monday
from 11:00 am – 3:00 pm. Photos are $5 each by Mandarin 1HR Photo.
Location: Kingsgate Mall, Kingsway & Broadway, Vancouver BC
Info: http://www.kingsgatemall.com/events.html
Breakfast with BunnyMarch 30, 9:30am – 11:30am
Join your neighbours and friends from the Kensington Community for Breakfast with Bunny. There will be a pancake breakfast, arts and crafts, entertainment and a visit from the Easter Bunny. Please register early for this event. Cost: Members $6.00, Non-members $7.00.
Location: Kensington Community Centre, 5175 Dumfries Street, Vancouver BC
Info: http://vancouver.ca
Easter Egg HuntMarch 31, 10:00am (Under 5yrs), 11:15am (5-7yrs), 12:30pm (8-12yrs)
Join for a FREE and "eggciting" Easter event at the River District! There will be chocolate egg hunts, a bag decorating station, face-painting and prize draws! Pre-registration is required to participate by March 25.
Location: River District Centre, 8683 Kerr Street, Vancouver BC
Info/Registration: firstname.lastname@example.com or http://www.riverdistrict.ca/events/1468/easter-egg-hunt/
Lonsdale Market Celebrates Easter
March 31, 11:00am – 3:00pm
Easter activities for kids include face painting (small fee), balloons, an Easter craft, and a visit from the Easter Bunny!
Location: 123 Carrie Cates Court, North Vancouver BC
Easter Brunch
March 31, 10:00am – 2:00pm
This year's Easter festivities will feature delicious brunch classics for all ages and an exciting Easter Egg hunt led by the Easter Bunny himself. Cost: Adults $42, Child (5 - 12 years) $15, Tots (4 & under) Free when accompanied by an adult. Reservations limited.
Location: Grouse Mountain, North Vancouver BC
Info/Reservations: 604-998-5045 or http://www.grousemountain.com/events/easter-brunch-2013
Maplewood Farm Easter Event
March 31, 10:00am – 12:00pm
There will be a number of great Easter activities taking place at Maplewood Farm. Anyone who finds a hidden egg around the farm and turns it into the Greenhouse will get a goody bag! The Easter Bunny will also be dropping by to hand out chocolate. Special admission rates apply.
Location: Maplewood Farm, 405 Seymour River Place, North Vancouver BC
Info: http://maplewoodfarm.bc.ca/news-event-blog
Info: http://maplewoodfarm.bc.ca/news-event-blog
Lions Club Easter Egg HuntMarch 31, Time to be confirmed
Hop on down to John Lawson Park and join in the Lions Club kids Easter egg hunt.
Location: John Lawson Park, West Vancouver BC
Info: http://westvancouver.ca/Level3.aspx?id=24840
Location: John Lawson Park, West Vancouver BC
Info: http://westvancouver.ca/Level3.aspx?id=24840
Easter at the Cannery
March 30, 10:00am – 5:00pm
Have fun hunting for eggs while learning about fishing on the West Coast. Enjoy Easter themed arts, crafts and activities. Enter the annual prize draw for a chance to win a chocolate Easter bunny.
Location: Gulf of Georgia Cannery, 12138 Fourth Ave, Richmond BC


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Bad credit auto loans are very difficult to come by, secure or gain approval for. The difficulty that is associated with getting access to bad credit auto loans is because, bad credit auto loan lenders are quite few compared to the large and enormous number of people who are in need of bad credit auto loans.
An auto loan lender is someone who lends out money or finances others with the funds that they need to finance the purchase of a car that they can call their own. A bad credit auto loan lender is a kind or type of lender that gives out bad credit auto loans. A bad credit auto loan lender is a kind of lender that is very difficult or hard to come by because it is not all lenders who give out auto loans that are willing and prepared to give out bad credit auto loans.
There are several factors that deter and discourage most lenders from giving out bad credit auto loans. For some lenders, they view giving out a bad credit auto loan is a high-risk investment that they should never invest their money in. For others, the uncertainty that surrounds the giving out of bad credit auto loans is something that a wise investor should courteous of.
However, from the perspective of the auto loan consumer or prospective borrower, a bad credit auto loan is a kind of auto loan that is very advantageous because in an economy such as ours that is marred by inflation and uncertainties, having a bad credit report is almost inevitable.
A good auto loan lender is one that is willing to finance a potential borrower with whatever sort of auto loan that he or she wants or desires.
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PremiumCoding Review
PremiumCoding was founded in 2010 as a two-man operation designing, building and uploading themes to ThemeForest on the Envato marketplace. They launched their own theme club in 2015 and haven't looked back since. Today, the company has over 25 WordPress topics, eight team members and over 28,500 clients.
PremiumCoding Themes
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The roof is one of the most critical elements of a structure. This element protects your home or building from outside agents. Whether you are undertaking a new construction project, or your current roof is already deteriorated, the issue is the same: you need a new roof. To successfully purchase and install a roof, there are two essential factors: the selection of the material and the hiring of a roofing company.
Metal Roofs: Durability & Quality
In the market, there are several options for roofing materials, including tiles, wood polymers, and concrete. However, today the most convenient element to adequately cover property is metal.
Metal roofs are constructed by superimposing sheets of the same material until cover the desired area. For its support it is necessary to have a structure underneath that gives it strength. These sheets can be of tin, zinc, aluminum, copper or galvanized steel. They are the best choice because they are durable, lightweight, safe, and efficiently handle temperatures & weather changes.
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The other significant variable for a well-built roof is that you select a company that specializes in the design and installation of these structures. Although it is part of the construction industry to install roofs is a specialized job. When you hire a skilled company, not only do you ensure the durability of the structure, but it won't need maintenance in a long time.
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Gothic Wine
Gothic Wine produces cool-climate Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Rosé in Oregon's Willamette Valley. Our wines are vibrant and food driven, modeled on classic, Old-World styles of non-interventionist winemaking.– Description from wtigertt
Gothic Rose TelltaleAvg. Price $16.89
Gothic Pinot Noir NevermoreAvg. Price $25.99
Gothic Pinot Noir NevermoreAvg. Price $49.29
Gothic Nevermore Pinot Noir Willamette ValleyAvg. Price $24.39
Gothic Pinot Noir Maresh Vineyard EldritchAvg. Price $61.59
Gothic Pinot Noir MaelstromAvg. Price $36.99
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Looking forward to trying these wines. Pick-up is May 1st. Joel going back to his roots and old school production methods for these small lot wines. The EssentialsFor this first release, Once & Future wines will be sold on a first come, first served basis. We have no idea what the demand might be for these wines, but the volumes are small tha... Read More
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Gothic Nevermore Willamette Valley Pinot Noir 2012Snoothrank:
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October 2014
The design color and motif are more Burgundy-ish or CNdP-ish or perhaps Madiran ... Boothes' in a parody of gothic wine script doesn't even sound French if you know the language and wine-world practice. Wonder what the designer's name might be. ;-( I was hoping someone would point to OT's Burgundy-centric view (and faux pas) when it comes to w... Read More
October 2014
Yeah, the gothic type isn't used in Bordeaux much if at all, more in Burg and the Rhone (although no one is required to use it). True that first growths don't say Haut Medoc on the label, but that's because they are all entitled to use a smaller appellation designation (mostly Paulliac, but Margaux and Haut Brion are exceptions, and Haut Brion ... Read More
October 2014
Perhaps we can throw all sorts of wines in here with a mysterious WTF factor, whether photos of the wine, its label, logo, descriptions or what have you. Who knows what they might be? I'll start things out.From the opening scene of the current episode of a well-received TV show: what is this wine? Does it actually exist? What, if anything, is wr... Read More
July 2014
So what's not to like? 2010 Barolo is in the hype machine right now and as much as i would like to say that they hype machine is in overdrive, which it perennially is, this is one time where much might be warranted. that's not to say that 2010 is a universally fabulous vintage. It simply is not with more than a handful of wines showing under-rip... Read More
July 2014
Brovia Barolo Brea Ca'Mia 2010Snoothrank:
With the new labelling laws implemented with the 2010 vintage the wine formerly known simply as CaMia will now also include the name of the Brea cru on the label. Dark, earthy and spicy on the reticent and medicinal nose which picks up aromas of dried plums, dark cherry, dandelion greens, leather, asphalt, and rose petals with air. Big and power... Read More
May 2013
Pinot has been a much celebrated topic here on Snooth over the years I've participated, and it's obviously one of the more celebrated grapes in the wine world. It'll no doubt be a story line I plan on focusing on in years to come so I thought I'd start a thread, logging experiences. Sorry in advance, Greg T.Having said that, I've been mostly dis... Read More
March 2013
Hello! My name is Cheryl. A friend just told me about this site and I have to say I am loving it! I have mainly been a Napa Valley Cab drinker. Recently I have been introduced to Italian wine and have found I really enjoy it. So I am looking for some good suggestions on some Italian reds and any other good reds. Thanks! Read More
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When you're pregnant, your body has very high levels of estrogen and progesterone, hormones that stimulate your breasts' milk glands and milk ducts, respectively. The result of all this can be a big change in bra size, but growth usually slows or stops at the end of the first trimester. Your best strategy? Go to a department store or old-fashioned bra shop and get fitted for your new size.
"They're gearing up to produce enough milk for a newborn baby," says Tanmoy Mukherjee, MD, a reproductive endocrinologist at Mount Sinai School of Medicine in New York City.
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My breasts are big already. Can I do anything to slow the growth?
"Keeping your weight gain in check might ensure that your breasts won't get even bigger, but there's nothing you can do about the hormones," says Shari Brasner, MD, an ob-gyn and author of Advice from a Pregnant Obstetrician (Hyperion). No special foods, massages, exercises, or creams affect breast growth during pregnancy, so spend your money on a good supportive bra instead. If your bust size no longer allows for standard bras, check out Lane Bryant (lanebryant.com) for beautiful bras in larger sizes.
Why are my nipples so bumpy and dark?
Blame it on the hormones again. As early as the first trimester, the nipple sticks out more and Montgomery's glands (those tiny bumps surrounding your areola) become more prominent in preparation for nursing. Your darkening nipples are also the result of hormones. They stimulate pigment-producing cells, so expect the nipple and areola to get darker, particularly if you already have a deep skin tone. Fortunately, within a few months postpartum, most nipples return to their original appearance.
Can I avoid getting stretch marks on my breasts?
"Choose different parents," quips dermatologist Barbara R. Reed, MD, founder of the Denver Skin Clinic. "Whether or not you get them depends on heredity." Stretch marks occur when the collagen and elastin in your skin stretch beyond the point of snapping back; if you inherited skin that has a tendency to lose its elasticity when stretched, you're more likely to develop those angry-looking red or purple lines. Though there are creams that promise to prevent them, don't expect miracles. They'll keep your skin soft, and that's about it. Doctors give mixed reviews to laser treatments that target the redness in stretch marks. Some say they make a difference; others aren't so sure about the pricey procedure. "In my experience, laser treatments involve three to five sessions, and they're not that effective," says Rod Rohrich, MD, president of the American College of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons.
While there's no surefire treatment for stretch marks, watching your weight gain will help prevent them from looking their worst. And here's one bit of good news: Several months after the baby is born, the marks will fade to a pale silvery color.
My breasts were kind of asymmetrical before I got pregnant. Now it seems that they're worse. Why?
According to Dr. Brasner, "Breasts are incredibly sensitive to hormones." If you're lopsided to begin with, the smaller side will be less receptive to hormones because there's less breast tissue, so both breasts won't grow at the same rate during pregnancy. In addition, if a woman with equal-sized breasts has had surgery on one, the scarred breast may also be less receptive to pregnancy hormones.
Is there anything I can do to prevent or control sagging?
There's not a lot you can do to control sagging (besides keeping your weight stable and wearing a supportive bra). Whether you end up much the same or plagued with ptosis — a fancy medical word for that rock-in-the-sock look — how you wind up is really the luck of the draw, determined by factors such as heredity, weight gain, and how big your breasts got while you were pregnant. As breast specialist Susan Love, MD, summarizes: "Lots of women end up smaller, some end up bigger, and a lucky few stay the same."
True, there are many creams and tonics that promise to perk up your bust, but doctors say save your cash. You feel some surface tightening from ingredients such as seaweed, but within minutes or hours the effect is gone. "Putting a cream or lotion on the outside of your breast won't perk up what's underneath," says Dr. Reed. And because your chest muscles rest on top of your chest, not underneath it, exercises won't help either.
I'm breastfeeding, and my breasts are achy. Why, and what should I do?
Your breasts are likely engorged, which means they're practically overflowing with milk. The simplest solution is pumping your milk or nursing more often. Unfortunately, that's not always possible. Cupping an ice pack around the sore breast can help relieve the pain. So can chilled cabbage leaves: For breast-shaped ice packs, put a head of cabbage into the fridge or freezer. After it's sufficiently cooled, "peel off a leaf and put it in your bra," says Carol Huotari, manager of La Leche League International's Center for Breastfeeding Information.
I heard underwire bras interfere with breastfeeding. True?
Yes. Your milk ducts extend down to your rib cage. An underwire can obstruct them and interfere with milk production. Plus, the wires may dig into your chest as your breasts change for nursing. Fortunately, there are wireless supportive bras for nursing moms. Lalecheleague.org has a great list of such resources.
My nipples are sore, cracked, and bleeding from nursing. Help!
Carol Huotari recommends Lansinoh, a soothing lanolin ointment you can apply directly to your nipples and don't have to wash off before your baby nurses. Some soreness is normal in the beginning, but if it continues for more than a week or two, it may be an indication that your baby hasn't latched on correctly. A poor latch means that your baby may not be getting as much milk as she needs, which could compromise your milk production and keep your nipples in rough shape. Call in a lactation consultant, who can help you correct your baby's latch — and heal your nipples — through exercises and nursing techniques.
I'm nursing, and I have a hard, painful red spot on my breast. What is it and why is it there?
Your milk is an ideal medium for growing bacteria — and your baby's mouth is full of germs. Add tiny breaks in your skin caused by sucking, and you can end up with lactational mastitis, an extremely painful bacterial breast infection. You'll know it if you have it: The infected area gets red, hot, and swollen, and is accompanied by a fever and flu-like symptoms. Your doctor will likely prescribe an oral antibiotic that's safe for nursing mothers, tell you to frequently apply warm compresses, and encourage you to continue breastfeeding. Sometimes, mastitis can pave the way for a breast abscess — a sore, pus-filled lump in the breast that sometimes requires a needle aspiration or surgery to remove infected pus.
To avoid these problems, nurse and pump consistently to keep your milk flowing freely — a blocked duct is usually where mastitis starts. In between nursing sessions, wash and rinse your nipples to safeguard against bacteria.
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Fight your way as Mean Mcallister, the baddest chicken in
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Chicken Assassin is a fast paced action-RPG with an
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Prepare to give your hand an intense workout as you battle a
slew of eclectic adversaries and encounter special bosses in
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You play as Mean Mcallister, the living embodiment of what
would happen if you combined Rambo, Foghorn Leghorn, a
bottle of hot sauce, and a case of energy drinks together.
When the evil mastermind Spritzel and the Henchmen abduct
your girlfriend, Candy, you embark on a frantic journey to save
her, leaving mayhem and destruction along your path. As you
progress, you can upgrade Mean with various fighting styles
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Buck Buck, mothercluckers…
• 11 Epic Missions - Punch, slash, and shoot with Mean
Mcallister through glorious missions, including a new mission
with an epic barbarian tribe - "The First Siege!"
• Endless Mode - Survive an onslaught of the most difficult
enemies in a brand new game mode that will test your
endurance...you may want to use the bathroom before
• Over 450+ unique items - Who doesn't like loot?
• Visually stunning environments and gorgeous art filled with
hidden characters and easter eggs - Our stuff belongs in a
• Boss Raids - Feel like a challenge? Take on special bosses
along the mission path for special loot. Only the fastest
button-mashers should apply!
• Deep Customization - Mix and match different clothing and
weaponry loadouts to boost and customize Mean Mcallister's
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• Black Market - It's always good to know a guy, who knows a
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- 1 player
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- Akupara Games
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- OneShark
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Alabaster: The Good, the Bad, and the Bird written by Caitlin R. Kiernan and illustrated by Daniel Warren Johnson
Published by: Dark Horse Books on September 13, 2016
Review Source: Publisher, Edelweiss
Genres: Graphic Novel, Fantasy
Plot: Ever since Dancy died in a fire she's been battling personal demons and trying to make her way towards some peace.
Review: Let's do a pros and cons breakdown.
- It's uniquely poetic. One thing that I really enjoy about Dark Horse is that they are not afraid to breakaway from the usual and take chances on a comic. Kiernan's series isn't your average bear, and I appreciate that. She is trying to breathe poetry, music, religion, and higher thought into her series. It isn't easy to pull off in a comic, but she gives you some serious food for thought.
- Kiernan has stellar taste in music. One little gem I enjoyed in this one was Kiernan's musical Easter eggs. Throughout the volume she tags each segment with the music she has written it to. High five for adding First Aid Kit. I adore them.
- It tackles the concept of grief. Grief is this messy thing that everyone approaches differently. It's also something that I feel people don't talk about as much as they should. Dancy's saga rings true, and Kiernan handles this difficult topic with and openness and honesty that is to be admired.
- You really need to read the previous volumes. If you are new to Alabaster, this isn't the place to start. Kiernan doesn't dive into Dancy's past enough to bring on new readers, nor is there any indication that there was an established before. You just have to be in the know.
- The world building is off. This really ties into my previous comment about the necessity to read works that came before in the series. Throughout the course of the volume, we follow Dancy as she remembers her passing and her unwillingness to be called back once more. We see that there is a love interest that put her in the ground, and we see some psycho sisters with a mysterious agenda. What we don't get is an explanation. It can be very hard to puzzle out who Dancy is or where she is going if you aren't familiar with the series. Traditionally, writers will include some background to catch a new reader up to speed (and perhaps this will be in the final print, but I'm reading an ARC), but as it stands, you are simply thrown into her world. It makes it hard to connect and sympathize.
- The artwork was hard to follow. Johnson has skill as an illustrator, and I liked his style, but the characters didn't stand out as individuals to me. It left me having to double back and figure out who I was looking at.
As a whole, I like Kieran's writing, and Dancy is a highly intriguing character, but this volume would be better served with the addition of content that will help new readers acclimate.
Rating: 3 out of 5 stars
Who Should Snag It: Fans of Kiernan and Johnson's previous works, or those who are invested fans of the series will enjoy this more than others.
*I would like to thank Edelweiss and the publisher for providing me with a free ARC in exchange for a fair and honest review*


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Full of fun and oodles of texture, it's snuffly, ruffly Cordy Roy Fox Baby! This cuddly cub has soft, chunky fur for tots to play with and chew and explore. His dangly legs are just the right size for little paws to grab and hold. In fiery ginger with cool creamy accents, he's one fancy fox and he's strutting to town!
Each Jellycat has a bag of beads incorporated into its design to help make it sit. All beads are enclosed within a cotton fibre inner bag. Beads are made of polyethylene (HDPE: high density polyethylene)
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A big box store worker reinvents her life and her life-story and shows Madison Avenue what street smarts can do.
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Hey Gearheads!
Here's what's happening this week in TC2!
Let's get ready to spend some time in the city that never sleeps!
New York. Someone once said: If you can make it there, you can make it anywhere. The Big Apple will challenge you on ground, air and sea! Will you be the one to triumph? There's only one way to find out.
Here's what's up for grabs in the LIVE Summit:
You can find all the details on The Crew Hub
Every week there will be a LIVE Summit Bundle to provide you with all the vehicles needed to complete the events that await you. This week's bundle is The Big Apple, it includes the Ferrari F40 (Street Race) and the Lamborghini Huracán LP620-2 Super Trofeo (Touring Car).
Starting on August 16, fans of the Lamborghini Murciélago will be able to purchase the vehicle for 25% off! Take advantage of this opportunity to snag this classic vehicle. Act quickly, the offer ends on August 18.
Ubi-Rich is back! It's time for another Crewzing Across Motornation.
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text: Share: Comments Print April 5, 2011 at 4:42 PM Tuesday afternoon update Posted by Bob Condotta Back in the press room from watching the beginning of practice — and to warm the hands as it is darn blustery out there today. Not wet (at least not yet) but pretty cold and windy. Among those taking in today's practice is quarterback Travis Wilson of San Clemente, Calif., who is here on an unofficial visit. He's just the latest of at least two other QBs to take in practices here since spring began, the others being Cyler Miles of Denver and Bart Houston of Concord, Calif. (I detailed all the QBs in which UW appears to have interest in this entry yesterday.) Wilson (here's a little more on him) spent a few minutes chatting with incoming UW WR Kasen Williams, who was watching the workout from the sidelines as well. The team is indeed in full pads, and a full crew of officials on hand, so some 11-on-11 action appears in the offing. I'll have a report on that later. For now, a couple of other links. …. — Jon Wilner has an update on the Pac-12 TV negotiations, indicating that all the schools may be about to get even more money than they thought when they approved expansion a year ago. He also reports that Comcast and Fox are the likely winners, and that there figures to be massive change in the basketball schedule (breaking up the Thursday-Saturday routine) and lots more football games on Thursday nights, and even some on Friday nights. — SI.com's Peter King, meanwhile, said today he fears Jake Locker could be the next Kyle Boller. All for now. Comments


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We are continuously looking for new talent, master students, graduate students, and post-doctoral fellows, with a background in chemistry, physics, chemical engineering, material science, or nanomaterials, to contribute to our research in several fields. We employ our own density functional code ParaGauss for finite systems (molecules, clusters, embedded cluster models), but we also use ab initio quantum chemistry codes as well as force field methods (molecular modelling, molecular dynamics). We treat surface and solid state problems with supercell models and modern plane-wave methods. Depending on the problem, future group members will profit from a good background in electronic structure methods, molecular dynamics, homogeneous or heterogeneous catalysis, nanomaterials, surface science, and solid state physics. Students may choose to focus on application work or participate in method and code development. For PhD or postdoc candidates, a solid knowledge of computational methods (electronic structure, quantum chemistry, or molecular dynamics) and/or of programming is required. The problems we work on are often of interdisciplinary character: thus, we emphasize team work.
If you are interested in joining our group, please contact Professor Rösch (email: jobs at theochem.tu-muenchen.de, tel.: +49 (0)89 289 13619), or directly submit your resume, stating your preferences and qualifications for any of the openings listed. Candidates with special qualifications who would like to join the group as Alexander von Humboldt (AvH) should contact Professor Rösch directly.
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Appropriate Culture
Check out the footage from the Appropriate Culture watch party hosted by Blogxilla. Guest gathered at a private location and had to chance to meet cast members from the new web series, Appropriate Culture. Along with Q&A from the cast members, attendees also got to watch past and new episodes. The web series is still fresh and only 4 episodes in, that's plenty of time for you to catch up. This video was shot and edited by Jae Lens
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Cheap tickets from Quebec City to Ottawa
If you're considering your options for cheap tickets from Quebec City to Ottawa, WestJet is the smart choice. We fly into Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport — not to mention more than 150 other destinations — and we're ready to get you where you're going. Since our inception, we've been dedicated to delivering excellent guest experiences at affordable prices. These are just some of the many reasons why Canadians book with WestJet and why you should too.
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Pencom Engineering Ltd
Full-service capabilities in design, engineering and manufacturing, with an innovative ability to supply low-tech components with a high-tech inventory system, sets Pencom apart from its competition. The company offers precision machining, turning, milling, screw machining and stamping for prototypes and high volume production. These processes are used to manufacture captive screws, inserts for Plastic, latches, spacers, self-clinching nuts and other mechanical hardware, including ejectors and handles. It also produces electro-mechanical components, such as switches and connectors, and thermal management components, such as custom heat sinks, heat pipes and ducting.
Mechanical Hardware
Pencom is a leading OEM supplier of standard and custom mechanical hardware components. Our global manufacturers allow us to provide our customers with competitive pricing while providing excellent in-house customer support. Our engineering staff will work closely with you to design and fabricate the right mechanical component for your application. Our custom fabrication capabilities also allow us to design a custom mechanical component for short-term and long-term applications while providing a cost reduction compared to some of our competitors. If you are looking for something that isn't available on our website, please contact us. A Pencom sales person can assist you in choosing the correct fastener for the job.
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Pencom's global manufacturing facilities along with our expert thermal engineers, make Pencom the leading OEM heat sink supplier. Our thermal team is designed to produce the right component while producing a cost effective solution for your thermal requirements. Whether you need a custom fabrication job or a simple extrusion, Pencom can provide you with a step by step solution for all of your thermal needs for low, medium and high volume production.
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ISO certified, Pencom is committed to supplying our customers with quality parts on time. This philosophy transverses the entire Pencom staff from senior management to shipping.


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Starting this, our final report for the year, with a quick backward glance, we can say that after a hard winter, equity markets enjoyed a bounteous spring and summer in 2017, followed by a magnificent autumn. Whether the coming winter will bring sun and powdery snow or slush and fog remains to be seen. But, for now, the most recent further improvements in business prospects globally clearly reaffirm support for risk asset markets.» Download complete report (PDF)
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Dogs won't shy away from the flakes in this warm Zack and Zoey Elements Polar Bear Berber Dog Jacket!
Why We Love It:
Sure to make your dog look stylish and keep them warm in the Zack and Zoey Elements Polar Bear Berber Dog Jacket. Beautiful snow flake design with a polar bear applique made of crushed velvet makes winter really heat up. Made of 100% polyester.
Important Sizing Note: The following measurements are the dimensions of the actual product, not of the pet they fit. After measuring your pet, make sure all measurements fit within the following dimensions (with a little room to spare in the chest and neck).XX-Small
Great PurchasePosted On 01/09/19 by Teresa from , KS Yes, Teresa recommends this product!
Fits my dog perfectly, is true to size, and is well made. Received great service, fast delivery and nicely packaged. I would highly recommend this item if anyone is considering purchasing this item.
Love the color - a bit noisy.Posted On 03/17/18 by Korena S from Portland , OR Yes, Korena S recommends this product!
I love the blues in this. It's warm and fits great. The only thing is that the polar bear is crinkly and makes a fair bit of noise when worn.
Really heavy coat. Cute thoughPosted On 09/06/17 by Patty H from Nixa, MO Yes, Patty H recommends this product!
This appears very large for a small. May never fit my Westie even when she's grown. But can go to my Chin if not. Can use for very cold weather.
Adorable CoatPosted On 01/05/17 by Mary J from Columbus, OH Yes, Mary J recommends this product!
This coat is adorable and looks cute as heck on my Westie. It does run a bit large (size L) but I'm pretty sure a M would have been too small. Really, my only issue is with the inner lining, or lack thereof. I was hoping the inside of the coat would be the same soft fluffy berber as the outside but it isn't. To me (human) it feels rough and scratchy. Hopefully, it feels okay to Sid. In any event, since the coat is a little too big, I can put a thin, light fleece jacket on underneath. The coat is so darn cute it's worth the extra effort.
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Property for sale Florida – 5 Bedroom villas
Here is a selection of 5 Bedroom Disney resale properties, many of these are furnished and come with existing bookings, all properties have a swimming pool and many have converted the garage into a games room.. This is only a small selection of properties as we have all of the MLS available to us.
Approximate holiday rental values
For those buying a 5 bedroom villa as an investment we have researched a selection of properties to ascertain the average rental value per night.
The five bedroom villas are suitable as vacation homes for multiple familes, 4 adults and 6 children, they normally have a master bedroom and often two master bedrooms with ensuites, with a double and two twin bedrooms, many come with multiple areas such as a living room and family room. The rental values depend on location, quality of furnishings and extras such as games rooms or communal facilities. Prices average in the low season (January, February, October, November) around £91 per night, in the mid season (June, July, August, September) £104 per night, high season (Easter, Christmas, Thanks giving) £120 per night. The Lowest was around £65 per night in the low season and the highest at £192 per night in the high season.
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|Located on the gated community of Tuscan Hills resort, 5 bed 4 bath with exiting bookings. $275,000
|located on the golf course of Highlands Reserve, lovely 5 bedroom 3 bathroom Florida property. $369,900
|Located on the sort after ChampionsGate which has golf courses, swimming pools with lazy river, tennis courts etc. This 5 bedroom 4 bathroom luxury Florida villa is being sold fully furnished. $411,900
|Located on The Retreat at ChampionsGate, this is a large 5 bedroom 4 bathroom executive quality home being sold fully furnished. $469,900


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Town Events
In keeping with the Chamber's mission of "Connecting The Community With Commerce" this Calendar was created to allow member businesses and New Canaan based non-profits to promote their upcoming events to the public. The Community Calendar is a local resource for all residents and visitors and has quickly become one of the most visited pages on the site. Events can be submitted via the link below and will be reviewed and posted within 24-48 hours.
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Top Global Threats: What Keeps the Intel Community Up at Night
May 3, 2018 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pmFree
New Canaan Library is pleased to welcome former CIA covert fields operations officer Mike Baker, who, from his unique perspective, will discuss the concerns and fears that keep the intelligence community vigilant and hyper-focused in our fast-paced, information-heavy world. The event takes place on Thursday, May 3 at 6:30 p.m. in the Adrian Lamb Room. Please register online at newcanaanlibrary.org.
Mike Baker, President/Americas of Diligence LLC, spent 15 years as a covert field operations officer for the CIA, where he was recognized for his outstanding performance and operational achievement. His areas of specialization included counterterrorism, counternarcotics and counterinsurgency.
After the CIA Mike Baker co-founded Diligence LLC, a global intelligence, investigations, risk management and security firm that has grown over the past decade into one of the acknowledged industry leaders. As a principal partner he led the company as it expanded around the world and established the company's security operations in Iraq, building a team of over 200 expat and local personnel involved in security and information collection. Baker is a regular contributor in the national and international media on intelligence, security, counterterrorist issues, geopolitical affairs and cybersecurity. He appears regularly on Fox News and CNN, as well as other major outlets and television series. A former resident of New Canaan, Mike and his family now reside in Boise, Idaho.


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It's time for spring air conditioner maintenance
Even though temps have been fickle this April, May and warmer temperatures are just around the corner. That means it's time to check your air conditioner now to see if any problems need to be fixed.
The best thing you can do for your air conditioner is to replace the filter. "Clogged, dirty filters block normal airflow and reduce a system's efficiency significantly. With normal airflow obstructed, air that bypasses the filter may carry dirt directly into the evaporator coil and impair the coil's heat-absorbing capacity," according to the U.S. Department of Energy. "Replacing a dirty, clogged filter with a clean one can lower your air conditioner's energy consumption by 5% to 15%."
Homeowners can take several steps to prepare their A/C units for summer:
Clear the area around your outside unit. Make sure leaves, dirt and other debris aren't collecting in the bottom of the unit. If your air conditioner sits on a concrete pad, dig out the dirt around the pad so the unit won't get muddy during a storm. Trim foliage back to give at least 2 feet of space around the unit to make sure it gets adequate air flow.
Hose down the air conditioner to remove winter dirt. Throughout the season, keep an eye out for more debris — especially if you live near cottonwood trees. The cotton from seedings can make your air conditioner look like it's been wrapped in a blanket.
Straighten coil fins. "The aluminum fins on evaporator and condenser coils are easily bent and can block airflow through the coil," says the DoE. Air conditioning wholesalers sell a tool called a "fin comb" that will comb these fins back into nearly original condition.
Check window seals. If you have a window air conditioner, inspect the seal between the unit and the window frame to make sure that winter moisture hasn't damaged the seal.
Professional maintenance
Other maintenance tasks should be performed by a professional service technician. According to the DOE, your technician should:
- Check for correct amount of refrigerant.
- Test for refrigerant leaks using a leak detector.
- Capture any refrigerant that must be evacuated from the system, instead of illegally releasing it to the atmosphere.
- Check for and seal duct leakage in central systems.
- Measure airflow through the evaporator coil.
- Verify the correct electric control sequence and make sure that the heating system and cooling system cannot operate simultaneously.
- Inspect electric terminals, clean and tighten connections, and apply a non-conductive coating if necessary.
- Oil motors and check belts for tightness and wear.
- Check the accuracy of the thermostat.
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Google Calendar - Soon to come: Google Electricity, Google Internet, Google God, and Google Air
Ok, so I'm only joking about those last few items, but I am extremely psyched to see that Google Calendar is here. I've been waiting for this ever since the rumours cropped up a few weeks back. Personally I'm addicted to Google like a crack addict and this just makes it worse.
One minor nit - the XML feed doesn't seem to be standard RSS. That is something I would have done, with maybe the next ten events as the "articles" for the feed. It does have iCal support, but I had trouble getting Sunbird to load it.
Anyway - so far it seems nice. I like the layout. I need to see if I can add it to my personalized home page, and if so, I may just leave MyYahoo.


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The JEWEL Foundation is an employment support service which has been established to enhance the economic sustainability of Manchester's Jewish community.
Our mission is to help people identify their specific skills and potential, remove any barriers which may prevent people from finding and securing meaningful employment and provide enhanced training and routes to employment.
The introduction of Universal Credit and other welfare reforms are significantly affecting the financial status of the local community and JEWEL is leading the way, while working alongside statutory services, to provide economic solutions for those impacted by these welfare changes.
Judith has a degree and postgraduate qualification in business management, specialising in Human Resource Management. Her roles have included working for a Government Commission. She is a Chartered Fellow of the CIPD (the HR professional body) and after working in Further and Higher Education for about 25 years, advancing to a Principal Lecturer role, she now runs her own training company.
Judith also enjoys voluntary work including a period of 7 years working for the Citizens Advice Bureau in Salford and is passionate about supporting the training aspects of JEWEL and ensuring that the community has access to excellent training opportunities.
Craig became involved with the economic support of the community in early 2013 and has a real passion to build the economic infrastructure of Manchester's Jewish community.
Craig runs his own lighting production business and is actively involved in the strategic direction of JEWEL.
David has a lifetime of experience in business, being a Commercial Director of Comfyquilts Ltd, a major UK supplier of bedding to the High Street and from which he partially retired in 2016 and is now a non-executive director.
David has been working within the North Manchester community since 2013, mentoring and supporting individuals who are starting out in business and has considerable experience working in the Community, including being an Ex-President of Hale Shul and is currently its Treasurer.
David is actively involved in networking with our Corporate Partners and businesses as well as providing weekly business support sessions for JEWEL.
Pinchos has been involved in North Manchester's community life for well over 25 years including being a Governor of a high school and managing a wide range of community charities and ventures.
Professionally Pinchos runs his own property investment and management company. He also set up a not-for-profit e-commerce company, Easygift Products, selling gifts from their own dedicated warehouse premises in Rochdale, employing over 30 members of the community.
Isaac has been involved with community projects and specifically employment support since he moved to Manchester in 2007.
Isaac feels passionately about ensuring people have good economic opportunities and prospects where they can utilise their talents and fulfil their potential.
Isaac is a member of the Chartered Management Institute and is also professionally a valuer of goodwill, focusing on valuing accountancy practices and assisting practitioners with their exit strategies.
Esther is a qualified graphic designer whose talent is well utilised throughout all of JEWEL adverts, newsletters and publications.
Esther ensures the smooth operation of the organisation and manages all of our various projects.
Shimon delivers most of our careers advice sessions, helping people understand their skills sets and career options.
Shimon is also involved in the recruitment process of JEWEL, working with employers to understand their requirements and making sure we only propose suitable candidates for vacancies.
Tami is the first point of call for both employers who have vacancies and for candidates looking for work. Tami works alongside Shimon to manage the recruitment process.


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TVShowsonDVD have an article on the US release of the Season 1 boxset that includes cover art and the 30 sec promo that will air on Syfy (US). I've added the film clip to the Video section.
Bad news folks, it appears that Amanda Tapping has had to cancel her Australian and New Zealand appearances at the Armageddon Con. Some reports say that the production schedule changed and some say that filming was brought forward but as yet no details have been released.
Bugger! This little duck won't be headed for Melbourne in October then *pouts*
Season 1 DVD Promos
Promos for the release of Sanctuary : The Complete First Season have appeared on the net and I have included them for your viewing on the Video Trailer page. Go check them out and enjoy!
I'm Baaaaaack
Sorry for it being so quiet around here lately but I have had more eye troubles and had to let the website slide for a while. Luckily Sanctuary had pretty much wrapped filming for Season 2 and so it has been relatively quiet but I expect more news to start popping up as the Season 1 DVDs are released and as we get closer to the Season 2 Premiere.