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September is one of the most exciting times of the year for us Tumwater. It's harvest season where our labor and patience pay off with a glut of fruit from our pinot noir & chardonnay vines. We're excited to see the fruit mature and then gather for producing our wines. It's satisfying and exhilarating all at the same time with a flurry of activity, knowing that these grapes produce the wines that we all enjoy. It makes us grateful and excited for the years to come.
Yesterday we picked our Chardonnay! Adrienne who oversees our fields managed the picking. Tasting the fruit, he said it is "perfect." We expect this year to be a fantastic vintage based on the flavors that our chardonnay. Here is a short video from our day.
Photos From The Harvest
Announcing Sparkling Wine Rose Brut. This wine embodies the flavors of summer and fresh baked goods to which we say yum! Take in the aroma of Bing cherries, bakers yeast & red plum before savoring the delicious flavors of strawberry-rhubarb pie, brioche & cranberries. Your palette will be saying délicieuse. Come in and taste at any of our events.
Vineyard Viticulture Specialist and Manager Bruno, is monitoring the grapes very carefully every day here at the Vineyard. They are checked for sugar and content to determine timing for the grape picking to ensure the best quality of the wine produced from these grapes. The harvest began last weekend for the Pinot Noir varietals here at the vineyard and next week it will be time to pick the Chardonnay!
View from the Chardonnay Grapes along the hillside at Tumwater Vineyard in West Linn
Our Vineyard Viticulture Specialist and Manager Bruno, checking the grapes back in early springtime
The Chardonnay grapes at Tumwater Vineyard the beginning of the growing season, look how cute and tiny they were?! May 2020
The Chardonnay grapes at the end of the growing season, plump and full of sugar and sunshine. Almost ready to pick, October 2020
The collection of the current harvest of Pinot Noir (red wine) grapes in bins that will safely transport the grapes to our winemaking facility where they will be crushed and turned into juice
Stay tuned for more pics of Harvest Time at Tumwater Vineyard to come!
We are overjoyed to announce the arrival of our 2018 Estate Grown Stainless Steel Chardonnay. It has been a true privilege to have seen our own vines grow to fruit bearing maturity and raise a glass of wine that truly is from our own backyard.
The fruit used for this wine was harvested in late September of 2018. Ample hours of sun and warm temperatures mixed with cool nights of last summer helped shape 2018 into a fabulous vintage with wonderfully concentrated flavors. The vines were stressed just enough to produce something truly magical. The fruit was picked and whole-cluster-pressed on the same day, then the juice was settled and fermented slowly at low temperatures. With notes of key-lime and lots of citrus, bright with fresh pineapple and white peach, this wine is as refreshing as it is decadent.
Come by the barrel house to sample our new 2018 Estate Grown Stainless Steel Chardonnay, $15 in our wine flight, $7 a glass and $22 a bottle.
Love Paella? Join us and Crown Paella at Tumwater Vineyard - Friday, August 3rd from 6:30pm to 9:30pm. Enjoy appetizers, paella, dinner and dessert with 2 glasses of Tumwater Vineyard wine. (Full Menu and ticket)
Price is $85 per person
$80 per person for Wine Club members, maximum 2 tickets at discounted rate
In honor of #ThrowbackThursday here is a recap video of our extraordinary Rescued Owl Release at the Barrel House last week!
Thank you to Wings Over Wine and everyone that joined us for this once in a lifetime opportunity
We're officially open and ready to celebrate! So, join us September 9th from 6-9 p.m. for our 'Paella Wine Dinner' at the Barrel House! There are ONLY 50 spots left so save your seat today.
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Rock 'N Crawl:
Gardening the Metro Redline
Los Angeles Guerilla Gardening is taking over the Metro Redline on April 24. Their mission? To create gardens all over Los Angeles. The Rock 'N Crawl starts at the Universal Metro Stop at 1 pm. The train leaves at 2:05 pm. There will be an after party at Bar 107 at 7:30 pm. They will be gardening/weeding/cleaning at nine metro red line stops with live bands at each stop. Tickets at $15 today and $20 tomorrow, plus the purchase of an all day Metro Pass ($5/$1.80 (senior). To purchase tickets and get the band list, go to laguerrillagardening.org/earthday.htm
Recycle/Reuse/Resurrect Art Show
Studio City resident Kim O'Neal is having a homegrown art show and sale on Saturday April 24, featuring her Kwiltz —quilts made from old tee shirts. Got a bunch of old tee shirts from concerts and places visited that you can't depart with? Kim will turn those shirts into a quilt for about $100 depending on size requested. Some Kwiltz will be for sale on Saturday— she will take orders for others. The show will also feature art projects done by her sons Trevor and William O'Neal, including paintings, drawings and mosaics. Kim has also made curtains from ribbon, as well as cinnamon roll and frozen juice can lids. The exhibit is at 12752 Moorpark St. in Studio City, from 1 pm till 7pm. Please RSVP to Kim if you plan to attend 818-762-7575.
The 1st 8th Annual Grilled Cheese Invitational is back this Saturday, April 24. It's known as the largest, craziest, and most exciting Grilled Cheese cooking contest in the country. The goal is to find the perfect grilled cheese "sammich," so says Tim Walker, an artist in downtown LA who started it in 2003 as a competition between friends. It's now become a national movement dedicated to the art of Grilled Cheese, where amateur and professional chefs to compete side-by-side in the hopes of becoming a true Grilled Cheese Champion.
Various vendors to sell grilled cheese sandwiches for $2-3, as well as 10,000 free sandwiches provided by Tillamook, who is sponsoring the event. Hightlights will include: Amateur and Professional Grilled Cheese Competitions. Cheesy samples (free and for purchase), Cooking demo with Eric Greenspan (The Foundry chef-owner) and Mark Peel (Campanile chef-owner), Beer Garden featuring Lagunitas, Stone and New Belgium
To avoid the huge long lines at the gate , purchase tickets online via beticketing.com. Print your ticket at home. April 24th, 12:00 – 6:00 p.m.; Los Angeles Center Studios, 1201 West Fifth Street, Los Angeles.
Shop Local, Shop Unique
UNIQUE LOS ANGELES is a one of a kind two-day shopping event showcasing independent design talent. It's held twice a year (once in May and once in December) and brings together the best in local fashion, art, stationery, home accessories, edibles and more.
The brainchild of Sonja Rasula, the event is designed to foster and support the creative community, while also stimulating the local economy (all offerings are made in America). Over 300 vendors are showcased. Each had to go through an intense application and jury process to analyze how each fits.
In addition to the vendors, there will be an Amoeba Music Pop-Up Shop, two cafes with food from the Flying Pig, Fresser and Coolhaus trucks, as well as other gourmet restaurants. Check DIY activities, such a making gift wrap. jewelry, sweaters. There's also a hang-out lounge that's the perfect place to take a break, read a magazine and enjoy a drink while listening to the DJs tunes.
April 24th & 25th, 11am – 6pm both days California Market Center's Penthouse 110 East 9th Street Cost: $10 at the door or in advance (kids 12 and under are free). Presale tickets here: uniquela.com/show-info/buy-tickets. Your admission includes: Free drinks & a hosted bar (IZZE, Honest Tea, water, beer, UNIQUE cocktails), Unlimited re-entry for both days, your very own collectible tote bag, exclusive to each show… The Spring tote is designed by LA graphic designer Keith Scharwath. Free eco workshops and cool handmade activities all weekend, Family/Kids creativity zone and seating area, Access to giveaways and door prizes all weekend long, Souvenir copy of the Vendor Directory + Mini Magazine
The 15th Annual Los Angeles Times Festival of Books
It just gets bigger and better every year. Featuring seven outdoor stages, books, authors, music, comedy, food and appearances by Wil Wheaton, Buzz Aldrin, Sarah Silverman, Ryan Adams, Father Gregory Boyle, Rachel Resnick, Lisa "Hungry Girl" Lillien, Meg Cabot, Mary Higgins Clark, Dave Eggers, James Ellroy, Daisy Fuentes, Louis Gossett Jr., Terry McMillan, Bernadette Peters, Jane Smiley, Alice Waters and more.
April 24-25, Saturday: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Sunday: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. UCLA, 405 Hilgard Ave., Los Angeles. Free. 800-528-4637, ext. 72665; For a full schedule, go to: latimesfestivalofbooks.com. Tickets are required for all Festival of Books indoor panel and speaker sessions. GoTicketmaster.com for a nominal fee of $1 per ticket.
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October 1–7
Never let go. Semi-documentary drama based on the true story of the extreme weather disasters that befell two 1996 Himalayan expeditions that set out to conquer the notoriously hostile peak. 'With its perilous central premise and gallery of individuals some of whom are destined not to make it, you could say Everest is a disaster movie in the old Hollywood sense of the term, but it doesn't feel like one. And that's a good thing' (The Hollywood Reporter). 'Despite some lurches and shocks, it doesn't quite deliver the edge-of-your-seat thrills that many were hoping for' (Guardian).
October 12–14THE PROGRAMWinning was in his blood. As were illegal substances, of course. The story of disgraced cyclist Lance Armstrong and the long-held façade of his sporting success, finally exposed by journalistic tenacity. Who didn't know? 'It's a fluid and nippy telling of a tale that still seems strangely urgent' (Guardian). 'You sense structural uncertainty about what the Armstrong saga connotes and how exactly it was begging to be told. But you can't take your eyes off Foster' (Telegraph).
October 15–18, 21
Bradley Cooper is driven chef Adam Jones, enfant sauvage of Parisian restauranteurs, whose Michelin two stars are unsatisfactory, so with a lot of bad behaviour and determination—and a little help from some friends—he does everything to get the three-star rating for his own outfit in London.
Justice is priceless. Austrian American war refugee Maria Altmann teams up with a young lawyer to reclaim the painting of her aunt Adele Bloch-Bauer I by Gustav Klimt, stolen by the Nazis. 'Though perhaps lacking in a real sense of dramatic tension; veering towards the schmaltzy at times and needing a far tighter ending, Woman in Gold is still a thoroughly enjoyable story, engagingly told and with a nice line in gentle humour to balance the legal battle structure which can veer to dryness at times'
October 20 – Free entrance
Martin Scorsese's controversial movie based not on the New Testament but on Nikos Kazantzakis's novel. The movie traces the familiar narrative but importantly focuses on the ordinariness of the man fulfilling his destiny. 'In an age of post-Christian facetiousness, Martin Scorsese's work daringly attempts to restore passion and melodrama to the Gospel story. Protests notwithstanding, the film is an affirmation of faith in the power of both the Gospel and the movies' (Time). 'The Last Temptation of Christ, Martin Scorsese's provocative, punishing, weirdly brilliant adaptation of Nikos Kazantzakis' novel, has a feverish intensity. And undeniably, there's a prodigious greatness on display here. But just as undeniably, it is failed work' (Washington Post).
October 23–25
Every dream begins with a single step. The story of French high-wire artist Philippe Petit's attempt to walk the tightrope between the Twin Towers of the World Trade Center in 1974. Not a walk in the park, but does the documentary Man on a Wire really need feature film treatment? Can it fill the gaps the documentary couldn't avoid having? Is the technical challenge of delivering (literally) suspenseful thrills and spills really worth the effort?


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LAKELAND, Fla. – Police in Central Florida fatally shot a man who they say drove at them in a crowded parking lot.
Lakeland police Chief Larry Giddens told news outlets the Wednesday morning shooting followed reports of a stolen car. He said officers spotted the stolen vehicle in a parking lot where some 200 people had gathered, making it a "large, chaotic scene."
Giddens said the driver saw officers approaching and "aggressively began to speed through the parking lot, driving at one of our officers."
A few officers fired at Michael Jerome Taylor and the vehicle hit parked cars and a light pole before crashing into another parked car, pushing it through the wall of a bicycle shop.
The officers weren't injured, and are on administrative leave.
Chief to provide update shortly on early morning officer-involved shooting. Media staging: on the sidewalk at 100 W Memorial or 100 W Quincy St. No officers injured pic.twitter.com/U0diJB4nA0— LakelandPD (@LakelandPD) December 26, 2018


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This site is in loving memory of Anne Gefell who passed one year ago on Sept. 2, 2017. The memorialization of her life coincides with the beginning of a new academic year. This coincidence of dates, if we want to call it that, means that Anne's loving presence illuminates us every year as we begin anew. May the light of her intelligence, her kindness, her spirit of service, and her political commitment guide us every year as we retake our daily chores in the Department of Music.
We conceive of this as a living memorial to which new texts, sounds and images can be continuously added. As such, it is an invitation to continue our lives with the lessons about life, work and service that Anne taught us every day.
Ana M. Ochoa Gautier
Chair, Department of Music
Obituary from the Watertown Daily Times - September 9, 2017
Anne Marie Gefell, 62, passed away peacefully at her home in New York City on September 2nd, 2017. She was born in Rochester, New York, and was a lifelong summer resident of Thousand Island Park, New York. The beloved daughter of Robert H. and Margaret Keegan Gefell, Ann was a 1973 graduate of Bishop Kearney High School, Rochester. She earned a BA degree in 1976, and an Honor's degree in Social Behavior from Queens University in Kingston, Ontario, Canada, in 1978. Ann was employed for more than twenty years at Columbia University. She began her career in the Center for Oral History, and most recently served as the Director of Academic Administration and Finance in the Music Department. She was formerly employed with the Migrant Education Program, the Halfway House of Jefferson County, Cornell University, and Jones Day Law Firm. Ann helped coordinate the Red Harlem Readers Literary Group and sang soprano in the Choir of Ascension Church for many years. Ann was passionate about social justice and environmental issues. In the 1980's, she rowed 150 miles down the St. Lawrence River to draw awareness to its damaged eco-system. Also, she was a founding member of Save the River, and actively served on its Board of Directors for 11 years. Ann chronicled and presented several oral history pieces about her beloved River and surrounding communities. She remained an avid swimmer throughout her life, and she always shared her deep affection for her siblings, their spouses, and her nieces and nephews. Ann is survived by her five siblings, Joan (Jeremiah) Donovan, Groton, NY; Claire Gefell Duffy, Cazenovia, NY; Robert (Rita) Gefell, Richard (Michele) Gefell, and Renee (Mark) Waterbury, all of Watertown, NY; 14 nieces and nephews; and six grand-nieces and nephews.
Memorial Texts
Music Department Memorial Program
Article in the Columbia Record
Anne's Article About the St. Lawrence River
Article published about Anne's journey in July, 1985 by rowboat to raise awareness about her beloved St. Lawrence River
Ellie Hisama, Professor of Music & Theory Area Chair, Columbia University
In 1988 Anne published a photo essay titled "River Recollections: Portraits of Life along the St. Lawrence River in the 20th Century." In introducing the essay, she writes: "In 1983 I began to talk with people who lived along the St. Lawrence River and had experienced the economic, social, and ecological changes resulting from the building of the Seaway." [The Seaway created a channel from the Atlantic all the way to the Great Lakes via the St. Lawrence River in 1959.] She wrote that her purpose was to "learn about [the people's relationship to the river] by listening to the words of the people themselves."
In spare, precise prose preceding a stunning collection of photographs that she curated and took, and an extraordinary set of remarks from interviews she conducted, Anne documented and commented on the removal of some 9,000 people, including members of the Mohawk Nation at Akwesasne, Canadians, and US citizens; the destruction of the rapids, apple orchards, and dairy farms; and the effect of what was touted as "progress" on those people for whom the river was part of their everyday lives.
Anne was a listener. No matter how busy she was, she nearly always managed to make time to talk if you appeared in her doorway—anything from a complicated financial matter to a recollection about her siblings when they were babies to a story by Willa Cather she liked to a recent episode of Law and Order (we were both fans).
She was an extraordinary administrator because she cared so deeply about the people she worked with. She was an advocate and a scholar as her essay brilliantly demonstrates. Even with her full schedule, she attended campus events she was interested in, such as a Leonard Cohen retrospective panel last December, and a conference on music and American Studies ten years ago (both Aaron Fox and I presented our work at the conference). It has been a special pleasure these past weeks to learn about her longstanding work with the marvelous Red Harlem Readers. The many hats (and scarves) she wore are reflected in those who are here today to honor her: students, alumni/ae, administrators, faculty, their partners and children, and her own family.
Those of you who worked with her know just how superbly she made the Music Department function and how she connected us so ably to the rest of the university. She possessed an unfathomably deep well of knowledge about how the university works, and was endlessly supportive and protective of so many. She of course knew very well the full-time faculty who have worked with her for decades, but she made a point of getting to know post-docs, visiting scholars, and the many dozens of adjunct faculty and music performances associates who are an integral part of this university. Whenever I had a project that involved students (such as the symposium Women, Music, Power and the screening and talkback of the dance film LIGHT), Anne made it a priority to help me to arrange add-comp—additional compensation—for students. She worked extra-long hours to make this support possible, even sometimes e-mailing at 10:30 pm or on weekends.
Anne's extraordinary sense of compassion flowed outside of Columbia as well. After her colleague Gabriela Kumar Sharma told her about Sahyog International, a non-profit organization based in Northern India that provides education, therapy, and support to greatly underresourced children with cognitive, speech, and hearing impairments, she wanted to be part of it. She served as the organization's Secretary and provided critical feedback that helped extend the international branch's operations into the US. She was extremely happy when Sahyog became a UN-accredited NGO and was very proud to obtain her UN pass that enabled her to participate in UN conferences in the General Assembly.
I have no idea how Anne had time for all of us on top of her extremely demanding duties as our beloved DAAF. I do know that we will remember her kindness, spirited embrace of life, staunch belief in social justice, and unmatched generosity as we move forward, trying to act towards each other as generously and lovingly as she did. Let us draw our strength to continue from her example.
Delivered at the Campus Memorial for Anne
Italian Academy, October 2017
Fred Lerdhal, Fritz Reiner Professor of Musical Composition, Columbia Univeristy
I worked with Anne Gefell for many years in three capacities in particular: as head of the composition program, as director of the Fritz Reiner Center for Contemporary Music, and as Secretary of the Alice M. Ditson Fund. As many of you know, the Reiner Center assists activities in contemporary music both in the Music Department and in New York City. The Ditson Fund is housed in Columbia University but is a national organization that supports the music of emerging American composers. Anne served as its fund administrator.In all three capacities, she was the person I relied on to arrange a payment, solve a problem, or discuss a strategy. It was a professional relationship but also a personal one, for we discussed all sorts of things, and I constantly turned to her for expertise and wisdom. She knew all the angles and always sought the most constructive solution. This came naturally to her because she was a deeply kind person. She also had a wry sense of humor that, in an understated way, could cut through any kind of nonsense. She had strong opinions but often kept them in reserve out of a sense of propriety. I would nudge them out of her if I needed her response as a guide to action.Her role with the Ditson Fund was particularly important at a time when several members of the advisory committee died or retired and we had to reconstitute its membership and mission. I consulted her every step of the way. The Fund's meetings take place in midtown Manhattan at the Century Association and are accompanied by good food and wine. Anne greatly enjoyed these occasions, especially the banter over dinner of musicians grappling with professional issues and telling juicy stories. After a meeting, as the two of us returned in a cab to the Upper West Side, we would compare notes and conclude that it had been a day well spent. This is how I like to remember her.
Walter Frisch, Gumm/von Tilzer Professor of Music, Columbia University
A year has passed since our beloved Anne left us. She was such an essential part of our department and the university, and of our lives, that it is still hard to imagine—and to experience—life at Columbia without her.
Louise Chernosky, PhD in musicology; Music Director, Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Monmouth County
Anne helped me feel at home in the department, especially right after I moved to the NYC area. I especially enjoyed our many conversations reminiscing about Rochester. Her help to me in navigating GSAS was tremendous, and she brightened my experience in the Music Department. I know she will be deeply missed.
Will Mason, Assistant Professor of Music, Wheaton College
Anne was a constant source of warmth and good humor, and a friend and ally to every student. I will remember and treasure her kindness, her jokes, and her compassion. My deepest condolences for your loss.
Matthew D. Morrison, Assistant Professor, New York University/Tisch School
Anne was certainly a treasure to the department, and she was always so kind to me from the first moment I arrived in the Dodge until after I defended my dissertation. This is a great loss for us all, and I imagine that much more so for her family and loved ones. I hope that we will all carry Anne's care and commitment in our spirits.
Beau Bothwell, Assistant Professor of Music, Kalamazoo College
I knew her exclusively within the confines of Dodge, but looked forward to every conversation we had, and am truly grateful for her presence, which made that place an infinitely brighter and more welcoming one. It is amazing to think about how many lives she improved through her intelligence, generosity and warmth.
Shannon Garland, Postdoctoral Fellow, Department of Ethnomusicology, UCLA
Anne was a kind and compassionate person who put great effort into making sure student and faculty needs were met. She bent over backwards through bureaucratic messes to make sure we were taken care of. The numerous times she helped me alone shows just a smidgen of how warm hearted and caring she was. She is deeply missed.
Andrés García Molina, PhD Student in Ethnomusicology, Columbia University
You are remembered and appreciated for all your loving friendship and work. Your legacy lives with us where we go. Until next time.
Johanna Lopez, Financial Assistant of Columbia University Department of Music, and Anthony Lopez
In loving memory of our beloved, Anne Marie Gefell. We will always cherish the beautiful memories we shared and loved to have you at our wedding!
Forever remembered, forever missed!
Gabriela Kumar Sharma, Graduate Program Coordinator, Columbia University Department of Music
Every time I think of Anne, the following words come to my mind. She represented all of them!
"If I am not for myself, who will be for me?
If I am only for myself, what am I?
If not now, when?" Hillel the Elder
David Novak, Associate Professor, Ethnomusicology Program, UC Santa Barbara
There were so many things that impressed me about Anne, beyond her deep interpersonal skills and uncanny ability to meet everyone at their level to solve problems, explain things, defuse crises, and fundamentally humanize the often cold structure of graduate school. But beyond her resourcefulness, she had so many other abilities and knowledges that by the end of my years at Columbia, I would find it hard to leave her office because I wanted to know more about her life, or get her thoughts on something - to win her approval, and feel her enthusiastic perspective on whatever we were discussing or thinking about at the time. When my band played at a nearby bar, I would look out and see Anne in the audience, coming to support us. Her intelligence, dedication and irrepressible friendliness really meant a lot to me. Thanks Anne.
Kevin Holt, Ethnomusicology Ph D, 2018, Columbia University
I will always remember Anne Gefell as a person whose advice and humor helped me (and countless others) navigate the intricacies of graduate student life. Her laugh was a familiar and welcoming part of the music department's soundscape. Her legacy is imprinted on those of us who were lucky enough to know her and her presence is truly, deeply, faithfully missed.
Ben Piekut, Associate Professor of Music, Cornell University
I loved talking with Anne when I was a student at Columbia. She gave off a really specific but uncommon energy that I would describe as "hands-off, benevolent guardianship." In my experience, she was never overly interested in the affairs and turmoils of the students; she was interested to the appropriate degree. She cared about us, and—as one might occasionally surmise from the forceful evidence at the bottom of an email chain or something—she really sprung into action if a paycheck went missing or somebody faced an emergency. When I was back in the department years later, she dropped by the reception and we caught up. It was like I had never left. She told me that she lived for a time near Ithaca. I think it was Spencer, NY, maybe for a few years. Her eyes suggested there was a story there, but I never heard it.
Kevin Fellezs, Assistant Professor of Music, IRAAS/Ethnomusicology, Columbia University
Anne was the first person I met here at Columbia, helping me with my move from California, settling into my office, and generally taking care of things for me, easing my entry into life here in Morningside Heights. She was wonderful - and so helpful! My constant apologies before any request, however, eventually got to her one day. After prefacing yet another request for information about something or other, Anne looked straight at me and said, "Stop saying you're sorry! You're just asking us to do our job, so you don't need to apologize. Remember, you're now in New York!" Warmheartedly teasing me about my "California ways," Anne taught me a lot about toughening up for New York. We also shared a love of swimming and talked often about open water swimming. Anne was a one-of-a-kind soul and I will always miss her dearly.
Alexander K. Rothe, GSAS, PhD 2015, Current Core Lecturer, Columbia University
No matter how busy Anne was, she would always make time to say hi, talk, and offer to help. Anne was the first to welcome me to Columbia in 2007, and I miss her greatly.
Aaron A. Fox, Associate Professor of Music, Ethnomusicology, Director of Center for Ethnomusicology, Director of Undergraduate Studies, Columbia University
I started at Columbia in 1997, at the same time as Anne Gefell started as the Graduate Program Assistant in the Music Department, and worked closely with her especially as I was frequently the Department's Director of Graduate Studies in the years between 2003 and 2009. Anne moved into the ADA position in 2009, the same year I began my term as Department Chair. So I worked especially frequently and closely with her throughout her years at Columbia, during which I came to admire her for her tireless work ethic, appreciate her for her deeply ethical personality, and love her for her warmth, compassion, candor, and intelligence. The Department couldn't have functioned without her, and we were so much better for having her. I was devastated by her sudden loss, which made me realize how much even I had taken for granted her presence and importance for the Department, and left a deep absence in my heart as well. I miss her terribly, and feel her spirit with us still, and always.
George E. Lewis FBA, Edwin H. Case Professor of American Music, Area Chair, Composition, Columbia University
Anne Gefell was a wonderful and flexible administrator, and a sensitive leader for our staff. She was evidently on great terms with everyone in the financial administration at Columbia, and she could shepherd you through all the thickets of funding and organization, slicing through red tape with her virtual machete. I would go in to get help with from her on those logistical matters, but we'd end up chatting about her family history and mine. After I while I would go in to see her just to get advice, or to discuss art, music, literature, everyday life. and the state of the world. I miss her very much.
Daniel Callahan, PhD 2012, Assistant Professor, Boston College
Anne was generous of time and spirit, a wonderful and lively presence in the department, and an administrator par excellence. When I coordinated department colloquia, Anne's efficiency and professionalism was a lifesaver, especially in dealing with the occasional divo of a speaker. When the door to Dodge 621 was closed and locked after hours and I was lucky enough to be behind it, Anne and I would dish about everything from department/university/local/national politics to her beloved Red Harlem Readers. I am deeply grateful for all of the assistance, advice, and laughs she provided throughout my graduate years.
Beth Pratt, Program Coordinator of the Music Performance Program, Columbia University
Missing Anne
I first met Anne over the phone when she called to schedule an interview for the position I now hold in the Music Performance Program. After five minutes, I felt like we had known each other for a long time. We had a connection with upstate New York, summers on the Saint Lawrence river, books and a favorite author, Carson McCullers. I was lucky to get the job and to work with Anne for 5 years. She became a dear friend, mentor, protector, confidant, big sister. Anne was an incredible human being. She was patient and thoughtful and had time for everyone. She was a listener. I would go in to her office with a quick work question and we would always end up chatting…about a book one of us had just read, about a playwright, a film, a favorite restaurant. The topics were endless. Over the years Anne became one of my dearest friends. I loved working with her, going out to dinner with her, talking with her. Before she died we had made plans to visit Nyack and tour Carson McCuller's home. Sadly, we never made it.
We all miss Anne immeasurably. We all shared beautiful, meaningful relationships with her. There is not a day that goes by that I do not think of her, wish I could share some funny tidbit with her, give her the book I just finished for her to read, share a cocktail with her just one more time. I feel so lucky to have known her.
Memorial Guestbook
Daniel Callahan (Boston College) "American Document, American Music, American Minstrelsy"
Friday, April 12th 2019
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Past Events
The Red Harlem Readers
Readings on Sunday Afternoons at Suite
New and classic plays, essays, short stories, poems, and songs.
Sunday, October 28th, 2018 at 3:00pm
An Afternoon of Stories and Song
In Memory of Anne Gefell
with Michele Fulves, Cordis Heard, Joseph Hamel, Ellie Hisama, Johanna Lopez & Kathleen Treat
at Suite, 992 Amsterdam Avenue, NW corner of 109th and Amsterdam
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The following article is a part of conference coverage from the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Virtual Annual Meeting, being held virtually from February 26 to March 1, 2021. The team at Pulmonology Advisor will be reporting on the latest news and research conducted by leading experts in the field. Check back for more from the AAAAI 2021 Virtual Annual Meeting.
Disease-specific health-related quality of life (HRQoL) and symptom burden were both improved in adolescent and adult patients with eosinophilic esophagitis with weekly dupilumab treatment, according to findings presented at the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (AAAAI) Virtual Annual Meeting, held February 26 to March 1, 2021.
Researchers evaluated the efficacy and safety of weekly dupilumab 300 mg vs placebo in part A of this 3-part phase 3 study (ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier: NCT03633617). The coprimary endpoints included obtaining peak esophageal intraepithelial eosinophil counts of 6 or less eosinophil/high powered field (eos/hpf) and change from baseline in Dysphagia Symptom Questionnaire scores at week 24; both of which were achieved and treatment was well tolerated.
In this analysis of secondary and exploratory endpoints, researchers included 81 patients (dupilumab=42; placebo=39) to assess dupilumab's effect on disease-specific HRQoL and symptom burden. Disease-specific HRQoL was assessed via an 11-item EoE Impact Questionnaire (EoE-IQ; score range: 1-5), which measured emotional, social, productivity, and sleep-related effects of EoE.
Meanwhile, symptom burden was assessed by the 5-item EoE Symptom Questionnaire (EoE-SQ-Frequency; score range, 5-25), which measured the frequency of symptoms other than dysphagia or swallowing pain, including chest pain, stomach pain, heartburn, regurgitation, and vomiting. Higher EoE-IQ and EoE-SQ-Frequency scores indicated a greater effect on HRQoL and symptom burden. Some patients who reported dysphagia improvement on the Patient Global Impression of Change (PGIC) were also evaluated.
At baseline, the mean EoE-IQ scores were 2.0 and 2.4, and the mean EoE-SQ-Frequency scores were 10.1 and 11.5 in the dupilumab and placebo groups, respectively. The mean least-squares mean change from baseline difference for dupilumab vs placebo at week 24 was -0.4 for EoE-IQ (95% CI, -0.6 to -0.1; nominal P =.008) and -1.7 for EoE-SQ-Frequency (95% CI, -2.9 to -0.5; nominal P =.005).
A total of 47.2% patients treated with dupilumab reported their dysphagia as "very much better" compared with baseline on the PGIC vs 10.7% of patients who received placebo. In addition, 30.6% of patients treated with dupilumab vs 14.3% of patients who received placebo reported their dysphagia as "moderately better."
Overall, weekly dupilumab treatment improved disease-specific HRQoL and reduced symptom burden in both adolescent and adult patients with EoE.
We interviewed lead investigator, Evan S. Dellon, MD, professor in the Department of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology at the University of North Carolina School of Medicine in Chapel Hill, to learn more about what these findings could mean for patients with EoE.
Editor's Note: This interview has been edited for length and clarity.
Given the HRQoL improvements seen with dupilumab, do you think we are 1 step closer to having an FDA-approved treatment for EoE?
Dr Dellon: These data are promising, along with the positive primary and key secondary endpoints that were presented at meetings last year, in showing the potential impact that dupilumab treatment could have for patients with EoE.
In part A of the phase 3 trial, more dupilumab-treated patients reported their dysphagia as "very much better" or "moderately better" compared with baseline on the PGIC (67% vs 18% placebo). Patients treated with dupilumab also reported improvement in multiple aspects of their quality of life including relationships, work or school and sleep, which is very encouraging for adults and adolescents living with this chronic, progressive disease. These data are very supportive to and consistent with the coprimary and key secondary endpoints.
Were there any adverse events related to treatment?
Dr Dellon: The trial demonstrated similar safety results to the known safety profile of dupilumab in its approved indications. Adverse events that were more commonly observed with dupilumab included injection site reactions and upper respiratory-tract infections. Overall, the treatment was well tolerated in the EoE population.
What are the next steps for research in this patient population?
Dr Dellon: The phase 3 trial of dupilumab for adult and adolescent patients with EoE is designed in 3 parts. Part A gave us important information on treating patients living with EoE with dupilumab over an initial 24 weeks. Other parts of the phase 3 trial are ongoing, with additional patients enrolling in part B to evaluate alternative dosing regimens.
When patients in parts A and B complete the double-blind period, they may then enter a 28-week extended active treatment period (part C) so that we can assess the longer term effects of the medication, including whether the initial response is sustained. This trial has already given us important information about the disease itself, showing that inhibiting interleukin-4 and interleukin-13 with dupilumab can significantly improve multiple disease measures, including molecular measures, and we hope to learn more from the other parts of the phase 3 study.
Dellon E, Rothenberg M, Hirano I, et al. Dupilumab improves health-related quality of life (HRQol) and reduces symptom burden in patients with eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE): results from part A of a randomized, placebo-controlled three-part phase 3 study. Presented at: the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (AAAAI) Virtual Annual Meeting; February 26-March 1, 2021. Abstract 290.
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Nanna Kann-Rasmussen is an associate professor in Cultural Policy and Library Development at the University of Copenhagen, Department of Information Studies. Since 2017, she is Head of Centre for Cultural Policy Studies, which is a research centre based in the University of Copenhagen. She is also the editor in chief of the journal NTIK: Nordic Journal of Information Science and Cultural mediation. Her research focuses on cultural institutions and their relation to society. She is particularly interested in the legitimation work in cultural organizations and the relations between cultural policy and cultural leadership.


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I pause for a moment and think of the love and the grace that God showers on me, creating me in his image and likeness, making me his temple....
Lord, may I never take the gift of freedom for granted. You gave me the great blessing of freedom of spirit. Fill my spirit with Your peace and
Your joy.
In God's loving presence I unwind the past day, starting from now and looking back, moment by moment. I gather in all the goodness and light, in gratitude. I attend to the shadows and what they say to me, seeking healing, courage, forgiveness.
The Word of God
Luke 24:32
They said to each other, 'Were not our hearts burning within us while he was talking to us on the road, while he was opening the scriptures to us?'
Conversation requires talking and listening. As I talk to Jesus may I also learn to be still and listen. I picture the gentleness in His eyes and the smile full of love as he gazes on me. I can be totally honest with Jesus as I tell Him of my worries and my cares. I will open up my heart to Him as I tell Him of my fears and my doubts. I will ask Him to help me to place myself fully in His care, to abandon myself to Him, knowing that He always wants what is best for me.
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There's no question that Michael Jai White has brain and brawn. The 6-foot-tall professional martial artist and former schoolteacher first won our hearts in his riveting portrayal as boxing champ Mike Tyson in HBO's "Tyson." Since then, White has costarred in blockbusters such as "The Dark Knight" and "Why Did I Get Married?" Nowadays, White keeps busy playing a trauma specialist on DirecTV's 101 Network medical drama "Wonderland" (Wednesdays, 10 P.M. PT/EST). The good doctor made a house call to ESSENCE.com to discuss the relief of finally playing a role he can relate to, getting pointers from his doctor-wife, and why he's trying to resurrect the Black alpha male on the silver screen.
ESSENCE.COM: Congrats on the revival of your show, "Wonderland." Your portrayal as Dr. Derrick Hatcher is a departure from your tough-guy roles. Does it feel foreign to you?
MICHAEL JAI WHITE: I'm pretty comfortable playing this role because it's closest to my own personality. Until this role, I've never played anything that was close to me than this character. I play a single dad who happens to be a doctor, which was interesting because I was bringing up my two boys on my own. Most people say I look mean, and because I play so many tough roles and because of my size and my martial arts background, they think I am, but I'm really not.
ESSENCE.COM: What is the biggest misconception about single dads?
WHITE: Well, I don't' know, but I'll admit I'm a terrible cook. I'm always buying stuff that was already cooked and whipping up things that way. Surprisingly, my sons can cook. I was always on the go a lot; my guys ate out a lot. But I'm no longer single and have joined my two boys, 18 and 13, with my wife's children, and we're like one big happy family and we just had a baby girl. My wife's a doctor.
ESSENCE.COM: Ya don't say…So, has she given you any pointers for your role about the medical world?
WHITE: My wife gave me good marks on it. Whenever I do something, I submerge myself into it. I was spending easily 40 to 50 hours a week at the hospital before we started filming. The doctors were real receptive to me shadowing them. I always wanted to be a doctor, so this show gave me an excuse to learn anatomy and stuff I have always been fascinated by it. It's so rare that I get to play such a strong, intelligent [character], and at times I was the comic relief. That's something a lot of folks don't know about me—I'm pretty darn funny.
ESSENCE.COM: I can believe it. I checked out a clip of your upcoming film, "Black Dynamite," which is an ode to the Blaxploitation film era. What inspired the film?
WHITE: Black Dynamite is a bad mofo. He's badder than Shaft , Superfly and The Mack put together. John Salley, Kym Whitley, Arsenio Hall and a few others are in the film. I cast that film from my cell phone, wrote and produced it. The Blaxploitation era was the only time when "brother" really meant "brother." It's also when the Black movement was at its height; even Black and White [people] were really about peace and love, and Black pride was at its height. I challenge you to think when we had an African-American lead that was truly an alpha male. Nowadays, any movie you see with White folks, there's a leading male who's handsome, masculine and a hero. We have to look all the way back to the seventies to find that. Denzel [Washington] and Sidney Poitier are clearly our leading men, but what happened to our Billy Dee Williams, Jim Browns? Even our Pam Griers and Tamala Johnsons—we had super women that were just as beautiful as they were strong leading ladies.
ESSENCE.COM: "Black Dynamite" is quite nostalgic, but some might argue why not create a modern version of that Black alpha male?
WHITE: First of all, you have to be very slick to even bring that kind of Black male character to the screen. There's a reason why there is no modern version of that male for Black actors. I can count on my hands and feet the number of roles passed on that didn't present that. It's not for lack of trying. There are powers that be that consider [those kind of characters] threatening. They'd much rather go for an assimilated, nonthreatening type. In the 1970's there were noncastrated men. I take advice that Denzel Washington gave to me a long time ago when he said a lot of time your career is formed by the stuff you don't take more than the stuff you do take. I'm sure there were plenty of roles that he has been offered that would have brought his integrity down and he chose not to compromise his integrity by being selective in his choice of work. I want to continue to do some great work. I'm nowhere close to where I want to be. I'm a diverse person who's trying to use his art to make the world better.


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Padma Lakshmi Discusses the (Not-So-New) Guy In Her Life: "I'm Happy with Everything Right Now"
The Top Chef judge's romance sounds totally adorable.
These days, Padma Lakshmi admits "I'm happy with everything right now. I have nothing to complain about." And that does include the fact that the Top Chef host has found someone special with whom to spend her free time.
Padma has reunited with her ex and the father of her daughter, Krishna, Adam Dell. "I'm with somebody who likes to read The New York Times in bed too," she recently told The Daily Dish, before dropping a hint that the guy is, indeed, Adam. Their rekindled romance was reported on earlier this year.
"I guess you can call it dating. We make dinner for our kid and hope she goes to sleep soon," she said, before opening up more about their current relationship in the video above.
Padma opened up about her relationship with Adam in her 2016 memoir, Love, Loss, and What We Ate. And while things haven't always been smooth for Adam and Padma following the news of her pregnancy back in 2009, she says that they are on much better terms now. "We certainly get the badge for Most Improved," Padma shared at the time of her memoir's release.
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The unprecedented coronavirus pandemic continues to keep us apart and change the way we live. Some students are attending school wearing masks and staying six feet apart from their classmates, while others are distance learning from home.
Everyone looks forward to the days that students can be together and high five each other – just like they did in East Providence every Friday morning prior to Covid-19..
Doug Borden, a popular, outgoing resource officer in East Providence, created High Five Fridays to bring a smile to East Providence students – both young and old.
Each Friday East Providence High School student athletes and band members traveled to one of the town's elementary schools and greeted the elementary school children with high fives, music and smiles.
With an atmosphere similar to a pep rally, High Five Fridays put a smile on the faces of the pint size elementary school children as they came off the bus and headed into school to wrap up the school week. The weekly event also proved to be equally beneficial for the East Providence High School student-athletes who participated. High Five Fridays became a vehicle for high school athletes to give back to the community. The positive, uplifting program showed the EPHS athletes that they have a stake in the community and can make a difference.


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Cargo Van vs. Truck: Which is Right for You?
Cargo Van vs. Truck: Which is Right for You?
Posted on November 18, 2019
While cargo vans and pickup trucks have many similar capabilities, they are also quite different in many respects, as well. Each usually has ample room for moving large loads, excellent towing capacities, and the ability to handle cargo in a way that no car or SUV could. The open bed and off-road capabilities of pickup trucks make them perfect for certain situations, while a van's covered cargo area makes it the right fit for other jobs. Here's a quick rundown on the advantages and disadvantages of each.
The Pickup Truck
Pickup trucks generally offer more room and power than cargo vans. They usually come with bigger engines and better towing capacity, especially the heavy-duty models. Because of their open beds, pickups also handle cargo that won't fit in the average van. The pickup also wins when it comes to passenger room, with some crew-cab configurations seating up to six people. The open bed of a pickup truck makes loading and unloading cargo much more manageable in some circumstances, as well.
Pickup trucks also handle the back-roads much better than cargo vans. Many new pickup trucks come standard with 4x4 drivetrains, selectable drive modes for different terrains, and suspensions made for rugged, unpaved roads. Campers, builders, and adventure seekers use pickup trucks to reach places off-limits to other vehicles. Some people even buy pickups for the lifestyle statement they make, in the same way, one might buy a luxury import or a hybrid car.
The Cargo Van
While some situations demand the flexibility and power only found in a pickup, a cargo van offers some unique benefits, as well. The enclosed nature of a van provides security for expensive cargo or tools. The cargo van also keeps perishables out of the elements. Many food haulers retrofit their vans with refrigeration, an option not available to pickup truck owners.
Comfort is another reason to opt for a van over a pickup truck. Vans, on average, ride considerably smoother, handle better, and have a more car-like feel, that owners appreciate at the end of a long day in traffic.
A cargo van also allows for a much higher degree of job-specific customization than a pickup truck. Many contractors and professionals set up their vans with storage boxes, shelves, and drawers that make finding tools and parts quick and easy. Plumbers, for example, keep thousands of fittings, that require a high degree of organization, on their trucks. The cargo van also allows easy access from the cab, a feature that comes in handy on cold and rainy days.
The Bottom Line: Cargo Van vs. Truck
Overall, today's pickup trucks and cargo vans share the ability to carry large loads, offer excellent towing capability, and feature quiet, comfortable, and modern interiors. For towing, hauling heavy loads, or carrying passengers, the pickup truck has a definite edge over the cargo van. For many buyers, a pickup truck also makes a statement, good or bad, about who they are. For organization or carrying expensive or perishable cargo that needs to remain safe and dry, the cargo van wins hands down.
If you're interested in getting a new work vehicle, we have one of the largest selections of cargo vans and pickup trucks for sale anywhere in the GTA. Browse through our inventory of trucks and vans for sale to find your next everyday work vehicle. Stop by Palmery Motors if you have any inquiries about any of our vehicles in-stock, or reach out and we will get back to you as soon as possible.


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When you need cash quick, youll consider various options, including credit. While there are many locations you can find money, title loans in Lewiston, MA offer the fastest solution. These lenders are willing to approve applications also for people with bad credit score. This type of credit holds your vehicle title because collateral, and you can get varying amounts depending on your cars worth.
When it is new and you have an excellent income, you could qualify for up to $5, 000 or more. Unlike banks that demand plenty of documentation and a extended review process, title loans in Lewiston, MA offer instant acceptance, ideal for an emergency.
Your reason for applying for a title loan in Lewiston, MA doesnt issue. The company does not make use of this into account – these people only review your ability to repay. This allows you the freedom to spend the money on many things, including home renovation, paying out bills, debt consolidation, handling a medical crisis, and fixing your vehicle.
Suppose you lately lost your job, and you are struggling to make ends meet. You need a short-term remedy, so you decide to obtain a car title loan in Lewiston towards your vehicle, which has a market value of $4500. The lender extends a loan of $1500.
During the software process, you need to offer proof of title (that you own the vehicle) and additional documentation. Since advertised, the interest rate is 20%, and the loan duration is definitely 30 days. At the end of the particular month, you must pay out $1, 800 back to the lender. If youre not able to pay as decided, your loan could accrue penalties, which makes it more challenging to pay your debt.
Title loans in Lewiston, Massachusetts help you get fast cash when you need it urgently. First, you need to publish a loan application online on your lenders site. They receive this information and start the review process, which normally takes about 20 mins. With everything validated, theyll send you responses indicating the standing of your application. In the event that everything is okay, they move to the next thing – initiating the deposit to your bank account.
Many organizations provide deposits by the following business day. If you want the cash on the same day, call your provider to talk about your situation and ask to speed up the process. Generally, car title loans in Lewiston, MA offer through $200 to $5, 000. Lenders determine the amount based on your earnings and the vehicles value.
Individuals apply for title loans in Massachusetts for many reasons. Here are the top ones.
Like many short-term kinds of credit, title loans could be expensive. On average, you will get an interest rate of 25% per month. This means an APR of 300%, and it also could be higher if there are additional costs. If you borrow $1000 using this rate, you should owe $1250 after 30 days. Failure to repay will attract fees and penalties, which makes the debt a lot more expensive. Before you utilize, ensure you can pay back the amount without defaulting.
Usually, loan providers calculate 25% to 50% of the cars value when assessing the amount you be eligible to get. On average, they could lend from $100 to $5, 000, but youll discover companies that accept deals up to 10 dollars, 000 and more. Once they issue you the mortgage, you give them your car title but still retain it for your regular make use of.
To obtain title loans in Lewiston, Massachusetts, borrowers are required to give a few documents. You have to own the vehicle completely, meaning no vidos against the title. A few of the paperwork you need includes:
Some loan companies demand a GPS NAVIGATION tracking device to be installed on the vehicle; in case you arrears, the company wins the ideal to repossess your car. There are GPS devices that allow the service provider to disable the car remotely.
Applying for car title loans in Lewiston, Massachusetts is a straightforward procedure. With all the documents needed ready, heres the process:
Access an online application for the loan form, which you should fill with all the details the company demands. This will take less than 10 minutes. When ready, send it for review.
Regarding 30 minutes after delivering your request (could be faster), the particular provider will respond, indicating if your ask for passed or not. If additional information is needed, you will get a notification requesting the same.
The third stage consists of signing documents to clarify that you look at the loan terms plus agree. After this phase, the company will begin the transferring the money to your account.
Lastly, youll receive the money in your bank account. This could take about 24 hours after your applications approval. You could also receive it on the same day if you call the lender to know if they accept such an arrangement.
Yes. Car title loans in Lewiston, MA dont require a credit score checking. Bad credit is really a rating of beneath 670 on the FICO score. It indicates a brief history where the borrower defaulted on credit or made late obligations. Direct lenders such as MaxLoan dont review your credit history as the provide is based on the vehicles value. You dont need a lot of paperwork to get approved. The process is as simple since filling a loan ask for form online.
This depends on your state laws as well as the terms of the lender. In case you own several vehicles, you may qualify for a lot more than one car title loan in Lewiston, Massachusetts. You can use one more vehicle with a apparent title to apply for an additional credit.
You are able to apply for these loans from direct lenders in Massachusetts. There are many companies that offer the services.
Some of the factors you should consider MaxLoan for your next title loan include that the company provides instant decisions, they have got a safe and secure on the web platform, and they assure better rates. Appreciate seamless access to different types of loans.
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Cleistocactus strausii is a perennial cactus of the family Cactaceae. It is native to high mountain regions of Bolivia and Argentina, above 3,000 m (9,843 ft). Its slender, erect, grey-green columns can reach a height of 3 m (10 ft), but are only about 6 cm (2.5 in) across. The columns are formed from around 25 ribs and are densely covered with areoles, supporting four yellow-brown spines up to 4 cm (2 in) long and 20 shorter white radials. The cactus prefers free draining soils, strong sunlight, but not high temperatures - in fact it can withstand hard frosts down to -10°C
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MAH CET Mock test 2021
Table of Contents
- 1 MAH CET Mock test 2021
- 2 FAQs
- 2.1 What is the fee structure of MMS in Mumbai?
- 2.2 What is the scope of MMS?
- 2.3 Is MMS better than PGDM?
- 2.4 Getting Ready for Your MMS Interview?
- 2.5 MMS Admission 2021: How to Apply?
- 2.6 Which colleges accept MAH CET score?
- 2.7 Can I do MMS if I have 45 in graduation?
- 2.8 What is the eligibility criteria for MAH CET MBA 2021?
- 2.9 IIBM Summer Placements 2020 Top Recruiters
"How to Prepare for MAH CET 2021?" Knowing Complete Strategy and practicing MAH CET Mock tests is the simplest way.
The Maharashtra Common Entrance Test is the first step in the admission procedure for the 12-month MBA program at IIBM. The CET consists of 200 MCQs (multiple choice questions) to be answered in 150 minutes. There are -1 negative markings, and all questions carry the same mark.
Name Of The Subject
|Number of Marks/ Number Of Marks
|Logical Reasoning
|Abstract Reasoning
|Quantitative Aptitude
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How to prepare for the MAH CET?
MAH CET Preparation: what should you do? Generally, the test is classified as moderately difficult. Knowing the essential topics of various sections is crucial before making your preparation plan. This will enable you to determine your strategy for each section.
MAH CET Syllabus
The MMS test content is the same as in usual MBA tests, except GK is not available. Even though we can define the MAH CET syllabus, we cannot predict the order of questions per topic, so the questions will be scattered randomly and not grouped according to topics.
Read in detail the MAH CET Syllabus.
Knowing the syllabus, a candidate needs to develop the habit of reading good books and newspapers and lookup standard dictionaries to learn new words and their usage. You can improve your grammar skills by studying a quality grammar book like Wren and Martin's High School Grammar and answering the questions within.
Booklist to aid your preparation:
- MAH CET (MBA/ MMS) Entrance Guide by Disha Publications. You will get great insights and tips on how to crack the MH-CET exam through this book that is specifically designed for MAH CET candidates.
- Mathematics for MBA Entrance Exams by R.S. Aggarwal has been one of the top sellers since it covers the entire quant curriculum you would need to excel on the MAH CET.
- 50+ Solved Papers MBA by Arihant Publication offers a handy collection of fifty MAH CET exam papers with complete solutions.
- Maharashtra MBA MAH CET 2021 by Arihant Publications. With this book, you'll discover how you can succeed on the MAH CET exam, as well as determine an effective way to prepare for it.
There's no reason for you to delay any longer. Just read these five books. MAH CET 2021 test preparation starts today!.
In addition to studying the above books, you should try to solve as many MAH CET mock tests and previous year papers as possible before the MAH CET entrance exam. Your MAH CET preparation on the big day will be made easier if you become familiar with the exam beforehand.
MAH CET Mock Test 2021 practice (New Pattern)
This is a step-by-step guide to preparing for the MAH-CET by preparing for the mock test series offered by the institute.
MAH-CET mock is a multiple-choice objective-type mock test consisting of both verbal and analytical questions. Quantitative aptitude questions and logical and abstract reasoning questions are also included.
The CET mock tests are designed to provide you enough exposure to all question types depending on previous MAH CET exams, so you don't be caught off guard later.
Download MAH CET-MSS 2021 with Solved Papers & Mock Papers: here.
What do we get from Mock Tests analysis?
Following the CET mock papers, the incredibly useful analyses provide crucial indications to areas that need improvement. A graph shows the performance trends in addition to tracking your progress. All CET mock exam questions have been validated, and the difficulty matches the real exams.
When you take a CET mock test paper seriously, you'll gain a better understanding of your performance versus others', as well as useful guidance for the future. When you take a CET mock test under test conditions, your score will accurately reflect your preparation. You can also work on your timing based on the type of question.
Tips for taking CET Mock Tests
If you are taking the MAH CET mock test, I suggest you keep the following things in mind:
- Ensure that your room is well-lit and distraction-free, and take the test in one sitting without a break.
- Start with easy questions, as answering them correctly can boost your confidence.
- Once you've mastered the easier ones, move on to the more challenging ones.
- When options can be eliminated, guessing is helpful, but avoid wild guessing.
- Go on to the next question instead of wasting time on difficult questions, as the mind becomes blocked sometimes. You may find it helpful to return to the question later.
Stay updated for any announcement regarding the mock test series conducted by the Indira Institute of Business Management (IIBM). The mock test series will surely help you to get into the MMS course in the top college in India.
What is the fee structure of MMS in Mumbai?
The fee structure for the course is yet to be announced. You can contact the college IIBM INDIRA for more details. The fee for MMS is approx. Rs.1,70,000 per annum.
What is the scope of MMS?
In year two, students are given the option of studying a specialization, which in most cases is Marketing, Sales, Human Resource Management, Operations, or Finance. Business Consultant, Marketing Manager, Finance Manager, Operations Manager, Sales Manager, and Marketing Manager are all job roles available to MMS graduates. Know more.
Is MMS better than PGDM?
PGDM is an abbreviation of Post Graduate Diploma in Management, which is a one-year full-time program that is equivalent to an MBA degree. Your choice of PGDM or MBA will depend on your career goals.
To get to the best management institutes it's important to have a good score in the CAT exam. MMS stands for Master of Management Studies, and is a one-year program. Therefore, PGDM is a better choice for those who wish to pursue a career in management, while MMS better suits those who wish to have a career in entrepreneurship.
Getting Ready for Your MMS Interview?
Interviews are generally conducted by alumni or members of the admissions committee one-on-one during the Master of Management Studies program. During the interview, only your resume and CV will be seen by the interviewer. Don't waste your allotted time talking about one skill or answering just one question, because interviewers only have so much time to get to know you. Keep your writing concise, but detailed. know more.
MMS Admission 2021: How to Apply?
Admission to top MMS Marketing colleges is possible if you get good scores in your entrance exam MAH-CET 2021, followed by a good interview with the MMS Marketing college. Indira Institute of business management is one of the famous MMS Marketing colleges in India providing MMS Marketing education. Click here to know more
Which colleges accept MAH CET score?
MAHS CET 2021 scores will be accepted by 330 MBA colleges for MBA/MMS admission in 2021. It is the last MBA entrance examination they will administer, with students having a chance to get into top MBA colleges including IIBM, JBIMS, SIMSREE, PUMBA, Dy Patil, and N L Dalmia. Through the Centralized Admission Process (CAP) 2021, Maharashtra DTE will conduct MBA/MMS admissions in all these MBA colleges in July/August of 2021.
Can I do MMS if I have 45 in graduation?
Yes, in the reserved category. The Eligibility Criteria for M.M.S. Finance is 1. Minimum 50% aggregate marks (45% marks for SC/ST/PWD candidates) in Graduation with Mathematics and/or Statistics as one of the subjects. 2. Minimum 50% aggregate marks (45% marks for SC/ST/PWD candidates) in Graduation with Mathematics and/or Statistics as one of the subjects.
What is the eligibility criteria for MAH CET MBA 2021?
The Eligibility Criteria for M.M.S. Finance is 1. Minimum 50% aggregate marks (45% marks for SC/ST/PWD candidates) in Graduation with Mathematics and/or Statistics as one of the subjects. 2. Minimum 50% aggregate marks (45% marks for SC/ST/PWD candidates) in Graduation with Mathematics and/or Statistics as one of the subjects.
IIBM Summer Placements 2020 Top Recruiters
The top companies that approach colleges for MMS placements in Mumbai are L&T, TCS, Wipro, Reliance, Tata, Infosys, Godrej, Nirula's, Bajaj, Birla, GE, HCL, Wipro, ACIL, Chennai Petroleum, ICICI, ABB, Daiichi Sankyo, Hope, AMD, L&N, Tata Steel, Cipla, Dr.Reddy's, Torrent, Dr.Reddys, GlaxoSmithKline, Lupin, Mylan, Wockhardt, Glenmark, MSD, Orchid, Sun Pharma, Cadila Pharmaceuticals, etc.


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Shogunate will fall
Renegades and outcasts. Fighting for democracy, progress and openness. They want Japan to be welcoming and open to foreign influences. Led by CHOCHO. Using guerrilla tactics of combat. Guerrillas usually avoid confrontation with large units and formations of enemy troops but seek and attack small groups of enemy personnel and resources to gradually deplete the opposing force while minimizing their own losses. The guerrilla prizes mobility, secrecy, and surprise, organizing in small units and taking advantage of terrain.
Congratulations on your promotion warrior! We have definitely showed the Shogunate what do we think of them…But now there is even more important mission we have assigned to you. We're planning to do a huge protest on the capitol square and it will not be peaceful in any way. We need as much people as possible, so now It's your task to gather your fellow warriors and get prepared for the conflict. Remember, Shogunate will Fall!
1. Invite your friends to our Discord channel
2. Let them @tag you in the #fight-for-your-faction channel
3. Prepare to fight!
Deadline: 16.4.2021
Climb up the ranks of this guerrilla group and lead your people towards a brighter tomorrow. However, first we need proof of your loyalty. .
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Views: 66 Author: Private Label Skin Care Manufacturer In China Publish Time: 2021-06-24 Origin: https://www.gzolehana.com/
What Are The Strategies For Negotiating Private Label Facial Sheet Masks?
Is there a special strategy you can adopt when negotiating private label facial sheet masks? This will be a bit difficult to give a direct answer. Having said that, the private labeling business, just like any other business, requires you to be a good negotiator. Why? Well, the reason is simple – you do not want to just pay any amount you are told.
Instead, it would make sense to seal a deal with a manufacturer that will be comfortable with your budget. So, it is essentially important that you get this at the back of your mind before you commence any project in this regard. Let us take a look at some of the things you should observe and avoid in this space.
Do not just take the bait
I understand if you feel elated at the possibility of getting a facial sheet mask under your own brand. You have possibly dreamt of it all your life, and now it is about to happen for much less. But, you have to exercise a great amount of caution, because this is where many people let their guards down.
The first manufacturer that agrees to your terms may not always be the right fit for you. What is the implication of this? It just means that you have to continue to search. Most likely you may have to talk with three or four companies and carefully compare all their offers, and go with the one that best suits your budget. If you go this route, you will be much safer at the end of the day.
Bargain for a convenient MOQ
The MOQ or minimum order quantity is a big bone of contention in the business of private labeling. A lot of companies will only want to private label your facial sheet masks when you are able to order a minimum amount of the product. That is what MOQ is all about. With that said, you should never allow anyone intimate you with MOQs.
You do not have to compliant with all the MOQs. If you are not comfortable with what any company is offering you in this regard, then go to another manufacturer and see if they can compromise on their requirements. There are so many companies, so you should not bend when it is not going to be comfortable for you to do so. Try to convince them to agree to a MOQ you can comfortably pay for. That is how you can start a business of this nature without having to push yourself too far.
The extent of the customization
One of the bright sides of private labeling of facial sheet masks is that the extent of customization is what determines how much you will pay. As pleasant as this may sound, not too many people are aware of this. That means you can be cajoled into thinking you must pay a certain amount of money to get your private labeling facial sheet masks project underway.
You do not have to swallow their proposal hook, line and sinker because that is what you are been told. It is important that you understand your rights as a bargaining client or customer. Allowing yourself to be forced in a contractual corner that you are not happy with will be your greatest undoing.
If you do not have the money they are requesting for and you want to partner with them by all means, then you can reduce the level of customizations you are requesting for.
Use your bargaining power
In every business, the prospective customer have a bargaining power. They can either decide to play along or decide to opt out. You can assume that role as well. Try to see that everything they put forward, that you both negotiate until you can reach a compromise that will be favorable to you.
Run through several offers from different manufacturers so that you can make reasonable proposals. Thankfully, you do not have to speak directly with the manufacturers to get this information. They are readily available on their website. Summarily, you have the right to negotiate, so do not fail to use that privilege.
Compel them into giving you a discount
Discount proposals are also a good way to force your partner to come to terms with you. It is a soft way of letting them think twice about whatever they are proposing, particularly when it does not align with the expectations of their clients.
So if after trying everything possible to make your preferred manufacturers beat down their prices and you are not getting the desired result, you can quickly switch to the discount proposal mode. This is where you get to increase your bid so that your partners will be tempted to cut down their initial offer.
This has worked for so many people, so I think it will equally work for you. But if your manufacturer still insists on their initial offer even after you have increased your bid by a considerable percentage, then you can exit through the back door.
Telling you that there are written rules regarding how you can successfully negotiate a private labeling of facial sheet mask will be telling you lies. Most of what you have read in this post are all the unwritten rules of transacting such businesses. Which means there are many other of such unwritten rules that you can discover on your own. You can equally try to be creative on your own instead. Just think of anything that works for you, and that will make it a favorable business for both parties. That is right! You do not have to think of yourself alone when doing any business. It has to be favorable to both parties otherwise one party may feel cheated by the other. All the points that have been raised here are equally effective, so you can get started with them if you do not have the time to do your own research.


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Jim's Kindle Ereader/Ebook Review
(Updated: Wednesday, June 5, 2013)
Who am I?
A new line of touch-enabled Kindles has been announced since I composed this page. I will not be updating this page with infomation related to the newer Kindles. I can say I like very much the Kindle Paperwhite and I use it more than my Kindle Keyboard, mostly for the ability to read in the dark. Of course you can do this with any LCD tablet (IPad, Android), but the Paperwhite is so much lighter than any LCD tablet. (Update: This has changed since the advent of the Nexus 7 and its 7" tablet competitors - now all my Kindles are suffering neglect as I tend to read more often on the Nexus 7.) Amazon has released updated firmware version 3.4 for the Kindle 3's (now called the Kindle Keyboard). You may already have this update installed (pushed) on your Kindle. At the Home page press MENU and then SETTINGS. Your firmware version will be displayed in the bottom status line.
When the Kindle 3 was announced I pre-ordered it the next day and received it August 27th, as Amazon had promised. Why another ereader? I hope this overview will explain why. You might also want to consult the YouTube video reviews I have selected below.
After viewing this, if you are happy with reading your good-olde paper books, I can perfectly understand and sympathize! But on the other hand you may just find that you have found a gadget that is worth much more than you could have imagined.
In an earlier review I gave an overview of the technology, then went into some detail about the Kindle 3. This update, almost a year since the original publication of that review, needed to be expanded to embrace the great many new readers introduced or reduced to focus only on the technology with which I am familiar. Hence, this is now only a review of Kindle 3, both WiFi and WiFi/3G models. I then list some links to resources about ebook formats and where to find both free ebooks and the latest bestsellers.
It is difficult for me to judge whether the Kindle 3 might make an acceptable browser of last resort for any particular person. This would depend, I suppose,on your expectations and tolerance for a less than friendly navigation system (using the five-way controller to select links) and the fact that the 6 inch screen, although superb for reading books, is not really well suited to typical, graphics heavy web pages. The K3 does do tolerably well, for me at least, when I want to do a limited amount of info lookup on Wikipedia, or perhaps checking a web-based email account on Gmail or Yahoo (although this latter is pretty painful to do, especially if you want to respond to emails - the little keyboard is not fun to type on).
The K3 does better on mobile-specific web sites that have no graphics and are formatted for small screens. A good list of such sites can be found at:
Also the browser is much slower than one running on any desktop or notebook computer. All of which goes to say that with some patience and willingness to endure its limitations one can use the K3 for web access. There are a number of videos on YouTube that focus on this aspect of the K3:
My initial optimism about significant improvements to the Kindle firmware have been disappointed. Amazon stopped with "good enough"] and have completely neglected updates to the MP3 player and the browser (after update 3.1). The MP3 player must have been an afterthought - all they really wanted was text to speech (TTS) and support for Audible.com audiobooks?
To get these ebooks you need not own a Kindle, you just need an Amazon/Kindle account and a Kindle application, such as Kindle for PC. Games can only be played on Kindle.


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Miscellaneous Information I have gathered about Jellycats that may help answer some questions.
What do those tags with numbers on the bottom of the Jellycats mean?
These numbers, (ex. JCINC0123, JELLY0123) to quote from an enquiry made to Jellycat are batch codes or "internal tracking numbers that are randomized so we can identify products that people may put out there as counterfeit." These numbers are not related to the Jellycat style or a particular range and do not have meaning unless you are in the company. (Nov. 2020)
JCINC denotes it was made for the US.
BP denotes it was made for Bonpoint.
JELLY and JE are also used.
What are "hang tag codes" or numbers I see on the Jellycat website right under the stock name of the animal?
These numbers, like BAS3BW, for Bashful Medium Cream Bunny, are the sets of numbers and letters you see on the websites help identify the Jellycats and are also used in the catalogues for ordering.
The tags on the bottom of the Jellycats different are different sizes: are they authentic?
For starters, the smaller Jellycats have silkier tags and the bigger ones have cotton tags. Small and Tiny/Baby have the small silk tags, while any of the bigger ones feature the large cotton ones.
When do new Jellycats get released?
They are released twice a year. [January (main collection) and June/July (mid-year/main addition collection)]
There is a Spring Collection catalogue that is separate from the others; this is released close to the end of the previous year. It shows the new bunnies and other "spring" designs.
There is also a Christmas/Jingle Jingle Collection that usually is available for purchase from September. This catalogue is released in spring or early summer.
Do you have a list of Exclusives?
We are working on it. It isn't the easiest task. Check the Exclusives page for more information.
How do I clean my fluffy friend?
DISCLAIMER: This is how I clean them. This is advice and I am not liable if something goes wrong when you wash them.
I either use the washing machine and detergent for delicate loads or by hand.
Washing machine tips:
- delicate cycle
- cool water
- NO SOFTENER – this can leave a greasy residue on the fur. Concentrated detergent and warm water can reverse this, but best to not get there in the first place.
- gentle detergent that is for delicate loads and unscented
- use a garment bag or pillow case
By hand:
- Fill tub, bucket or sink with gentle detergent and cool water
- wash gently
If you use a dryer, put it on low, no heat or fluff setting. You can also hang to dry.
Brush them right after they get out of the washer with a slicker brush (wiry dog brush). Brush again after the Jellycat is dry.
Be warned: Some Jellycats get matted fur that will not become fluffy again if heat is used.


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Different people have different reasons for hating household chores. Parents who balance full-time jobs with child-rearing are too exhausted to do the laundry. Fur parents with three dogs find it useless to keep sweeping dog hair when it's shedding season. And then there are the lazy bunch, who see their clutter as a "creative mess" they can live with for the rest of their lives—what a great excuse to avoid chores.
Perhaps one of the reasons it's overwhelming for you to clean is because you think that to achieve a sparkling house, you need to exert Herculean effort. Do away with that traditional mindset because household chores no longer have to be as difficult or complex as they used to be.
It's All About the Material
If your floor is carpeted and your couch is made of cotton, then you've set yourself up for a lot of trouble. Your furniture upholstery, curtains, and bedsheets are some of the most difficult and time-consuming items you'll clean. Switching to fabrics that don't wrinkle and soil easily can do a lot to lessen your burden, primarily because they won't have to be cleaned that often.
Among the top options for upholstery is leather, as it's durable and can withstand most stains. Looking for a more affordable option? Vinyl, also known as faux leather, is a more flexible imitation that boasts the same qualities. To maximize their benefits, choose dark colors like black, gray, and brown so that any damage will be easier to hide. All these materials need are a little wipe down, and they're good to go.
Easy-to-clean alternatives for curtains and linens are available in the market. Consider polyester for curtains and bedsheets, and go for the hyper-allergenic kind, too, so it's safer for everyone at home.
It's All About Maintenance
Reducing the number of chores you do (which is the closest you'll come to your dream of eliminating them) boils down to how well you can maintain many of your household fixtures. Any DIY effort to clean nooks like your air duct may prove costly when you end up causing damage. Sometimes, leaving the complicated stuff to the professionals is the cheaper option in maintaining your household's integrity and quality. After all, when one thing doesn't work well, you end up dealing with more tasks and nursing a worse headache.
The next time you're tempted to drop by the nearest hardware store for DIY maintenance, drop your car keys and pick up your phone instead. Calling a duct cleaning service will ensure that the work gets done and won't need further poking for a long time.
The same goes for your appliances. You don't want the additional work anyway, so listen to the lazy person within and spend on professional fees. It's always worth the investment.
It's All About the Gadget
Speaking of investments, it's probably high time for you to level up your cleaning supplies. The traditional broom and duster involve a physicality that you'd rather avoid, which is all the more reason to shop their modern alternatives.
On top of your list should be a lightweight wireless vacuum. These products usually come with accessories that can help you tackle difficult spaces and surfaces. You'll also want an electric scrubber to save yourself from working out your bicep by trying to remove stains on your stove. Those blinds that take you forever to dust? There are blind brushes that you can swipe across their surface to make them spotless in under five minutes. Technology truly is a wonderful thing.
Do It Smarter
Household chores don't have to be difficult when you're smart about how you tackle them. The more ways you can come up with to lighten the load of cleaning, the easier it will be to maintain a home that's not perpetually covered in dust.