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The Defence Industry Expo in Targi Kielce has gone down in history as the exhibition which brought 624 companies from 31 countries, including 328 Polish companies; the facts and figures indicate the increase compared to the 2017's edition. The expo hosted 53 delegations official delegations from 46 countries, MSPO 2018 also attracted by 34,06 guests from around the world, including 16,000 people who visited the MSPO accompanying Open Days. MSPO was visited by to the guest of honour, President Andrzej Duda who has visited the Kielce exhibition for the third time. The event was also graced with the presence of Mariusz Błaszczak, Minister of National Defence and Paweł Soloch, the head of the National Security Bureau.
- Targi Kielce has the great privilege and honour, in its modest scope to be a part of the creation process of Poland's image and position on the international arena. We have promoted Polish companies, domestic engineering solutions and ideas for 26 years. This year, Polish companies account for more than half of the exhibitors - said Andrzej Mochoń, Targi Kielce President of Board at the opening ceremony.
The MSPO 2018 was marked with the 100th anniversary of the Regaining Independence, which is why Poland was the Lead Nation for the second time in the exhibition history. The domestic companies' expo stands and the Armed Forces Exhibition made strong and clear references to Poland's independence jubilee. The Polish Armaments Group is the MSPO Strategic Partner; Targi Kielce signed the cooperation agreement under which this important alliance continues for the next 3 years. The International Defence Industry Exhibition was complemented with the 24th International Logistics Fair LOGISTYKA .
The MSPO and MTL exhibitors used 27,000 square meters in the 7 exhibition halls of the Kielce exhibition and congress centre and in its outdoor expo grounds. 2018 trade shows were the showcase for Exhibitors from: Australia, Austria, Belgium, China, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Spain, the Netherlands, Ireland, Israel, Japan, Canada, South Korea, Lithuania, Germany, Norway, Poland, Serbia, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, the United States, Switzerland, Taiwan, Ukraine, Hungary, Great Britain and Italy. The USA, Germany, Great Britain and France enjoyed most numerous companies representation. The global defence industry leaders also joined the expo to present their products and services.
The 2018 exhibition showcased a record-breaking number of helicopters. Apache AH-64, Mi-8MSB, Mi-2, Black Hawk, Capercaillie, SW-4 Solo Ruas were on show at the outdoor expo grounds, the Guimbal cabrio G2 training helicopter was presented in the B Expo Hall.
The expo stands abounded with armoured equipment and missiles, explosive materials, equipment and gear crafted for chemical forces, complemented with armaments and aviation equipment, armaments indispensable for air defence forces and the navy. Specialist offer for the Police forces, Border Guards as well as search and rescue units were also on display. The companies offered cutting-edge communication technologies, radio-electronic equipment and optoelectronics. The exhibition scope also encompassed food-stuffs and food preparation, storage and transport equipment complemented with various uniforms, accessories
and medical supplies.
The Kielce Defence Expo is much more then the latest equipment exhibition showcased by companies
from Poland and abroad. MSPO is first and foremost the place to do business and talk shop. Therefore, the fact that 2018's Defence expo saw 11 contracts and agreements signed is a further proof of the MSPO prestige and recognition. The most important are the three agreements between the governments of the Republic of Poland and the United States, with the total value over USD 19 million. These are the WISŁA programme executive agreements - the American specialists will train the Polish soldiers and deliver the 8 MIDS terminals.
The Polish Armaments Group finds the expo a success-story too; this has been demonstrated with the contracts signed at MSPO. PIT RADWAR SA and the Armaments Inspectorate signed the contract for the supply of 11 modernized Odra radars. The contract value is over 500 million PLN. The next contract was concluded between the Armaments Inspectorate, Research and Development Centre for the Maritime Technology S.A CTM for the development of the "Mobile Mid-Range Navigation System SRN" for the Polish Navy.
The official signing ceremony of the cooperation agreement between PCO SA and Elbit Systems Electro-Optics Elop Ltd. from Israel was also a part of the trade-show. The cooperation encompasses research and development activities, SPECTRO XR optoelectronic heads production and services as well as the DIRCM - the aircraftprotection systems. The Polish Armaments Group in conjunction with the Military Aviation Plant No. 1 signed a letter of intent with the Boeing company on helicopter programs cooperation.
The Military Institute of Armament Technology also signed contracts at the MSPO - one with the Bydgoszcz Electromechanical Plant BELMA S.A. on production of the GX-2 war-heads for the combat, unmanned aerial vehicles. The other document signed by WITU at the official ceremony held within the scope of the MSPO was the agreement with the Israeli company Rafael Advanced Defence Systems. This is a cooperation scheme encompasses SPIKE missile ageing tests; SPIKE missiles have been provided for the Polish army since 2004.
There were also agreements signed by the Minister of National Defence Mariusz Błaszczak; like the document
on defence cooperation with Ethiopia. At the expo the minister also held talks with his counterparts from Nepal and Moldova.
Targi Kielce also signed the agreement on a further three-year cooperation with the Polish Armaments Group; the MSPO Strategic Partner.
Over 1000 soldiers prepared and manned the Armed Forces Exhibition. The 2018's unveiling was held under the banner of "Defence - Cooperation - Efficiency". In Targi Kielce there were over 30 units of the General Command presented in Targi Kielce - Land Forces, Air Forces, Navy, Special Forces, Inspectorate of Support for the Armed Forces, and Territorial Defence Forces and Military Police. 380 units of equipment and exhibits were on display for the visitors to become familiar with. The showcased included the Leopard 2 and Twardy tanks as well as Rosomak armoured vehicles, self-propelled RAK mortar, Poprad anti-aircraft system elemets. The exhibition featured also military universities and academies, education centres, technical institutes, and the Polish Space Agency. Almost 13 thousand square metres were used as the showcase for the Open Days presentations.
The International Defence Industry Exhibition follows the many-year tradition to present the Defender Awards, Special Honours of the Minister of National Defence and the most important Award - of the President of the Republic of Poland Prize for the product best serving the purpose of enhancing Polish Army soldiers' safety. The Research and Development Centre for Maritime Technology in Gdynia was bestowed the accolade for the SCOT - ship battle management system The Defenders Laureates and other prizes winners list can be found here: http://www.targikielce.pl/pl/aktualnosci,1,gala-defender-na-final-mspo-2018-z-nagrodami-dla-najlepszych,24439.chtm
This year's MSPO edition also saw the début-award presented by the Minister of Entrepreneurship and Technology for the Best Polish Arms Exporter. Mrs. Jadwiga Emilewicz resolved to award in this year's Special Award ex aequo to two companies, which obtained the same highest scores - "NITRO-CHEM" Chemical Work SA from Bydgoszcz and WB Electronics S.A / WB from Ożarów Mazowiecki. The award of the President of the Targi Kielce Management boars was presented for the second time - the Prometheus - the undetectable Dronoid with dispersive coating was recognised this year.
MSPO 2018 was supplemented with 25 conferences, debates, seminars and official meetings at company stands; all these focused on the most topical issues. On September 5 Targi Kielce hosted an international conference with representatives of voluntary defence organizations from Poland, Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia and the United Kingdom. The "Voluntary defence organizations contribution in strengthening the defence capabilities of the state on the centenary of regaining independence" meeting brought together representatives of the Ministry of National Defence, members of the Parliament's and the Senate's Committee of National Defence, representatives of military academies and pro-defence organizations from the Baltic States and the United Kingdom. The conference was a discussion platform for most important issues related to the state's defence capabilities and international cooperation.
On the first expo day, the "Fourth Division's role and significance for the state defence system" conference organised by DEFENSE24 was held. The session brought together outstanding business-insiders.
There was also the traditional Meeting of Secretaries of State with defence industry representatives; the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Ministry of National Defence, the Ministry of Investment and Development, the Ministry of Science and Higher Education and the National Centre for Research and Development were represented at the session.
"The defence industry's R&D contribution towards armaments development and modernization" national scientific conference brought together scientific milieus for problem-focussed discussions which complemented the MSPO agenda.
"Doing business with the army – a safe way to earn money" conference was held already for the sixth time. Organised by the Polish Army Support Inspectorate, Polish Security Forum Foundation and Targi Kielce, this annual discussion panel features the most important issues related to Polish army supplies and budget.
On the first day of the expo, i.e. September 4, over 400 uniformed classes students from the Świętokrzyskie and the neighbouring provinces solemnly inaugurated the school year. The ceremony was graced with the presence of the Minister of National Defence Mariusz Błaszczak.
The second day of the International Defence Industry Exhibition was marked with dynamic show-presentations - the Centre for Foreign Missions Preparations of the Land Forces Command in Kielce Bukówka was the presentations stage for about 100 soldiers from the 1st Battalion of the 17th Mechanized Brigade. The helicopter support was provided by the 25th Air Cavalry Brigade. The show presentation was targeted at military attachés and media representatives.
The Proud Veteran Statuettes were also presented at the MSPO - the distinction is awarded by members of the Association of Injured and Victims on Missions Outside the Country. Companies or institutions which provide support for this group of soldiers are thus recognised. This year's accolade has been bestowed to Krzysztof Hładyszewski, the president of Autocomp Management
Police dog training shows, shooting demonstrations, presentations of various martial arts and operational groups skills - this and much more accompanied the MSPO Open Days held for the second time in Targi Kielce. Not only the exhibition of heavy-duty military equipment was the Open Days' programme highlight, but there were also antique "Star" vehicles on show. The iconic, restored and refurbished vehicles, including Star 25, Star 200 and Star 600, generated an avid interest of visitors. On 8 and 9 September, the Polish Armed Forces Exhibition and a part of the Polish Armaments Group display attracted 16 thousand people. MSPO Open Days were dedicated to the 100th anniversary of Regaining Independence. This event proved to be an excellent civic education lesson for families with children and enthusiasts of militaria and history.
We are looking forward to seeing you in Targi Kielce for the 27th International Defence Industry Exhibition MSPO - 3-6 September 2019.
Watch the film report from the 26th MSPO:
https://youtu.be/nIBuqYjnFqs - 1st day of MSPO
https://youtu.be/AoVoqCYzcp0 - the President of the Republic of Poland visit to the expo
https://youtu.be/jkDdety_dJU - Open days presented from the children's perspective


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Your metabolism is like a vintage car. If you keep using it, fueling it, caring for it, it will loyally keep running for you. But if you assume that since the car is older than it once was, it can't run, well then, you'll leave it in the driveway where it will rust. The choice is yours.
How To Survive Thanksgiving Without Ruining Your Waistline
People do crazy things to avoid gaining weight during the holidays. As a personal trainer, I've watched the same bad habits wreak havoc on my clients over and over again. If you want to survive the holidays without gaining a pound, you're going to need a much more scientific approach.
Misconceptions about Obesity
There's a huge misconception when it comes to the obesity pandemic in America. Not everyone who is obese is obese because they eat too much. Not all fat people are gluttons. In fact, some of these people aren't eating enough. Let me explain.
The Problem + Its Effects
First of all, to understand obesity, first we need to understand what the word means. Medically speaking, obesity is a condition associated with having excess body fat. It can be measured using a Body Mass Index—and if a person's BMI is over 30, then that person technically qualifies as obese.
The risk factors associated with obesity are also widely understood. From hypertension, sleep apnea and heart disease, to some cancers, diabetes II, and stroke—living with obesity is dangerous, not to mention uncomfortable. Add to all of that a huge societal stigma, and it's no wonder that individuals who qualify as obese are 20 percent more likely to have symptoms of depression. It's hard for researchers to tell which comes first, depression or obesity, but there is no contesting—there is a strong correlation between both.
We may know what obesity is. We may be able to measure it and identify it and list all of its risks. But what becomes much more difficult is explaining why it's happening in the first place.
The Cause(s)
This is probably where you stop and say, "Come on Joe, let's be real. People who are obese are just eating too much. If they stopped eating, they'd lose weight. And if they'd lose weight, they'd stop being obese."
Wouldn't it be nice if it were that easy? But it's not.
One issue is the role of certain hormones in the body. One such hormone is Leptin, a protein hormone produced by fat cells that travels through the blood to the brain and shuts off appetite. If leptin is a thermostat, then every human being is a separate climate, with its own "average temperature." The number of fat cells a person has varies from one individual to another. Therefore Leptin output varies as well. If a person doesn't produce leptin, or is leptin resistant then no matter how much or how little the individual eats, the satiety centers in the brain will continually feel that more food is needed.
But faulty hormones only impact a very small percentage of people.
For the majority, one of the most significant underlying causes of obesity is inactivity, and many inactive people don't eat enough calories. Let me explain. Your body burns a specific number of calories a day—a figure based on your age, height and weight, and oxygen consumption called your resting metabolic rate, or RMR. When someone eats less than the calories their body needs to get through the day, the RMR will slow 10 to 25 percent, in order to protect the existing fat in your body. For someone who was starving, that would be a life saving alteration. For someone who is obese, it is counter-intuitive, frustrating, and can lead to binge-eating, after periods of under-eating don't provide quick results.
Just because you "skip" meals, doesn't mean you'll lose weight. Like I've said before, people who are obese don't eat often enough. Experts estimate that more than 18 percent of Americans skip breakfast every day. That means by the time those 31 million people sit down to their first meal, it's late in the day—and the normal satiety rhythm of the body is already off. The fittest people in the world don't eat two meals a day. They don't even eat three meals a day! They eat five or six small meals every day, with a set number of calories in each meal.
Now let's talk about what's in those meals. One of the leading causes of obesity in America is the prevalence of the "cafeteria diet." Think about it. What's available in the typical American cafeteria? Or the center aisles of the grocery store? Trail Mix? Chips? Gatorade? Kool Aid? Processed lunch meats? When I was in graduate school, I worked with a set of lab rats to prove that it wasn't just caloric intake, but our calorie choices that matter.
One rat test group was fed a normal amount of pellet made of protein, carbohydrate and fat, and water—what we called a typical "rat chow" diet. The other group was fed the "cafeteria" diet. We filled the water bottle with Kool aid and fed the rats the exact same amount of food as the "chow" group, only this time—the food was the kind of junk food you'd find in a store. What we found was absolutely remarkable. The rats on the "cafeteria" diet not only gained weight and became obese, but they also lost the ability to regulate their hunger. While the rats in the chow group would leave some food uneaten in the bowl, the rats on the cafeteria diet never would.
The Solution
There are no easy solutions for obesity—because every single individual is different. But that doesn't mean there's nothing we can do about it. Stop saying obese people should stop eating. The truth is, we must regulate the choices we make, investigate our hormone levels to make sure everything is working properly, and eat not too little, but just the correct amount of food each day. These are the steps to take to make progress. And real progress is possible. Just check out some of my client's before and after pix. You'll see what I mean.
Before We Get Started
For many clients, one of the hardest things to do is to walk through my door. And I don't blame them. Getting started is one of the biggest obstacles to fitness, but it doesn't have to stay that way. Here's what I'll want to know when you arrive day one, and what you should ask yourself before lacing up those tennis shoes...
1. Why are you here? (In other words, what are your goals?)
I'm glad you're here... but I want to know why. Do you want to lose weight? Strengthen a certain area of your body? Be challenged and pushed further than you've gone before, athletically? If you don't have a destination, then the journey doesn't feel as exciting. I want to know where you want to go, so I can create the roadmap to get there.
2. What's your lifestyle?
There are as many answers to this question as there are guys wearing denim in Nashville. Do you travel for work? Stay at home with kids? Work from 6 am to 7 pm every day? Do you work from home and need a break from being in the house? Everyone has time to workout. It's a matter of protecting that time, so you can.
3. What are your habits—good and bad?
it's time we own our habits. Both good and bad. When I was younger, my bad habits were probably drinking and hanging out too late, a result of growing up in NYC. But by the time I turned 23, I knew it was time to put my energy into developing myself mentally and physically. No matter what your background, it's vital to take an honest look at your habits and know when it's time to make a change. Do you live to cook? Eat out more often than in? Does the manager at Bobbie's Dairy Dip know your name, and the name of your dog, too? No judgement here. But the more honest you are with yourself, the sooner we can get to the good stuff.
4. What are your obstacles?
Since my background is in anatomy and physiology—I care about my client's medical history, past and persistent injuries, and anything else. It all matters. Because you matter. Many women I've trained have faced issues ranging from thyroid function to menopause to regaining strength during and tone after pregnancy. For men, health concerns can range from elevated cholesterol to diabetes, or even cardiac issues—many men are plagued by old sports injuries. There are ways to work around obstacles, through them, and beyond them. That's what I'm here for.
5. Are you ready to put you first?
After you've taken a hard look in the mirror, it will be much easier to address what needs to change. But even then, only you can decide to show up. I believe it's important to take care of yourself before you can take care of others. To be the best friend, father, mother, mentor, wife or worker you can be—you have to put you first. Are you ready? I thought so. Let's get started.


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I'm in two shows - Lisa Ferber & Paul Nelson's new musical Dinner at Precisely 8:13 and a theatrical lecture entitled Every Play Ever Written: A Distillation of the Essence of Theatre. The former is delightful, the latter is the most important play ever produced. Ahem. Tickets.


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A few weeks ago I entered into a writing prompt competition (Something that is quickly becoming a habit...) and the below story is the result. I didn't make it into the finals, but I've decided to share it with the world. The prompt was a picture, the image above, and we were restricted to 750 words. I'm happy with how it turned out, maybe one day I'll continue the story and create a novel from it.


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Come and see what City Park offers you!
Conveniently Located
Only ten minutes away from Downtown LA, Little Tokyo, Chinatown and Koreatown, City Park is located conveniently close to all of the best sites and restaurants that Los Angeles has to offer. Not only is it close to all the popular areas, but the apartment complex itself is only a 5 minute walk away from USC campus. This is a very favorable perk that students appreciate because they need to walk to their early classes.
The elevators at City Park are fast, efficient and allow for students who live on the upper floors to easily walk to their units. They are also protected with a security key pad so that outsiders cannot trespass into the building.
Recreational Room
There is a recreational room located in both buildings of City Park. The building located on 1246 side has a room that offers a plethora of gym equipment, a pool table and a large space to relax and convene. The 1247 building also has a variety of gym equipment, including treadmills, elliptical machines, and bench press. It also has a ping pong table that tenants can enjoy.
Parking Lot
Both sides of City Park Apartments have spacious parking lots that are underground which keep them cool and safe. The parking garage door is operated by remote control which can be obtained by visiting the leasing office. Please call the leasing office for details if you would like to reserve your very own parking spot.
Bike Racks
We have secure bike racks that are monitored by our security camera system. They are located inside of the parking lot to provide extra security.
Laundry machines
City Park has a set of two coin-run washer and drying machines on every floor. There is never a wait to use the machines and they are always in great condition. Laundry room hours are from 9:00AM-9:00PM.
Outdoor Courtyard
Please feel free to utilize the wide courtyard space. Many tenants can use this space for gatherings, study sessions and even a relaxing time in the sun.


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#GivingTuesdayCA ❤ A Growing Legacy
Linda Stanier Award & Endowment – a Growing Legacy
Linda Stanier was an artist, a potter of exceptional talent. She was prominent in Alberta's active ceramics scene as a maker, technician, teacher, juror, curator, and enthusiastic 20-year member of the Alberta Craft Council, volunteering and serving on the ACC Board of Directors from 1990-94.
Linda touched the lives of everyone she met with her joyful giving spirit and her wonderful sense of humour. It was in honoring Linda's generosity and devotion to her ceramics community that inspired her family to set up an endowment and award when she passed away in 2004 after her journey with cancer.
November 27, 2018, is GivingTuesday. What is GivingTueday, you ask? After BlackFriday and CyberMonday comes a global movement for giving and volunteering. Across Canada and around the world, GivingTuesday unites communities by sharing our capacity to care for and empower one another. Today we celebrate and honour the giving spirit of Linda Stanier.
Linda's family worked with the Alberta Craft Council and the Edmonton Community Foundation to establish a permanent endowed award; the Linda Stanier and Family Memorial Award for excellence in ceramic arts.
The endowment for this award was set up with an initial investment from family and friends of $23,743.35 in 2004. The Edmonton Community Foundation manages this endowment, placing it in a range of investments, which averages about 8% in earnings annually. The award money comes from the interest accrued; the amount normally disbursed is 4% of the fund value at the end of the prior year. Approximately 1% of the interest earned goes to fund the operating of the endowment and the Edmonton Community Foundation, and the remaining 3% (on average) stays in the fund as a buffer against inflation or bad investment years.
In the 14 years since the endowment was set up its value has grown to the value of $50,700, with interest accrued, and additional contributions including money raised from the sale of Linda's ornaments at the ACC. This growing endowment is now able to support an additional disbursement and the ACC is working with Linda's family and the Edmonton Community Foundation to explore options of how to expand on the good work of this growing legacy.
To date, $14,000 have been awarded to deserving ceramic artists across our province in Linda's honour.
2005 – Diane Sullivan, Calgary, $1000
2006 - John Chalke, Calgary, $1000
2007 – Katrina Chaytor Calgary, $1000
2008 – Judith Green, Pincher Creek, $1000
2009 – Christian Barr, Wildwood, $1000
2010 – Sam Uhlick, Edmonton, $1000
2011 – Dawn Detarando & Brian McArthur, Red Deer, $1000
2012 - Jim Etzkorn, Medicine Hat, $1000
In 2012, ACC awards went to every other year, doubling the amount awarded
2014 - Anna Rasmussen, Dickson, $2000
2016 - JoAnna Lange, Edmonton, $2000
2018 - Dawn Candy, Red Deer, $2000
(Original article featured in Alberta Craft Magazine, Fall 2018)
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Featured Model – Claudia Ramirez
Name: Claudia Ramirez
Residence: Los Ángeles, California
Nationality: Salvadorean
What do you like about being Latino?
I am extremely proud of being a Latina where people are hardworking, genuine, friendly and above all, fighters, I love our natural beauty, our delicious and diverse food, our customs, our faith, and our language. I love the ambition that Latinos have that motivates us to fight with love and respect. . I love being Latino because we are family people, we love parties, and colors. I love being Latino because even though we have to cross borders to fight for our dreams we do not give up until we achieve them.
What is/are your favorite color(s)?
My favorite colors are black and gold.
What are your favorite brand of clothes?
Guess, H&M, Gap, Forever 21 and Abercrombie & Fitch
What's your favorite style?
I keep it simple. Jeans, denim, blouse and sneakers or boots and jacket.
What are the items you always carry in your purse?
Wallet, cell phone, makeup and keys
Which actor/actress or model has the best style according to your taste?
Gigi Hadid
Who was the role model growing up and how does that influence who you are today?
Shakira and Selena Quintanilla, not only because of their great talent but because of their way of fighting for their dreams and never giving up. I admire Shakira who carries out important social work in favor of those in need, helping improve the quality of life of a lot of people.
What is your favorite Latino Dish?
Pupusas, Salvadoran chicken soup, fried yucca, chicken tamales and nugue.
What is your favorite thing to do?
I love modeling, dancing, meeting new places, spending time with my family and friends and enjoying nature.
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- Instagram – @claudiiita_valladares
- Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/claudiita.karter
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About the Nominee: Stacey Killinger was nominated by her assistant principal, Eran Zeevi. Ms. Killinger is truly an outstanding educator, leader and motivator. She incorporates only the very best practices into her daily teaching routines, including interactive small group discussions, 21st century technology, presentations, critical thinking through inquiry and encouraging independent thinkers.
She wears many hats on her campus, not only serving as an exemplary teacher, but as Social Studies Department Chair, a member of the Leadership Team and Bowman's Literacy Coach. Ms. Killinger takes on many responsibilities and maintains the highest of standards for her students and herself. Every task she takes on is filled with enthusiasm and is thought out carefully to make it the best it can be. She provides a nurturing, caring, respectful environment for her students, who have confidence in her teaching and guidance. She consistently goes the "extra mile" to assure all students are learning in her classes. If they aren't learning, she will find a creative way to reach them. Failure is not an option in Ms. Killinger's class. She collaborates with staff members to remain innovative in producing engaging lessons that are applicable to real life situations.
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Departures Magazine: Baltimore
Departures Magazine: Baltimore
Station North Tool Library, Open Works, and Motor House are both featured in Departures Magazine, October 2017 Issue guest edited by Pharrell Williams.
"Area 405's building now houses the Station North Tool Library, one of the country's most successful tool-lending programs, and nearby are wood and metal shops, 3-D printing and textile studios, and an electronics lab at the new Open Works. The neighborhood is also home to such galleries as SpaceCamp, Guest Spot at the Reinstitute, and Motor House.


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By lauradud84 / / Can an ad agency come under fire for representing a client's product that may or may not cause cancer? That's the latest question posed by recent lawsuits against Monsanto that also named Osborn & Barr as a co-defendant claiming, in essence, false advertising. The plaintiff's accusation states that, "[Osborn & Barr] was integral to the marketing of glyphosate. There was no way for our clients to understand the risk they were taking because of the deception of Monsanto and Osborn & Barr." The defense for O&B countered with, "Although cast in terms of 'misrepresentations' in an advertising campaign, Plaintiffs' claims against the Osborn & Barr Defendants are really nothing more than an attempt to hold an advertising agency liable for bodily injuries supposedly incurred as a result of exposure to a defective product manufactured by an entirely different company. In other words, Plaintiffs are asserting product liability claims against a company that did nothing more than promote the allegedly defective product." And, "Plaintiffs have not plead anything resembling a duty on the part of the Osborn & Barr Defendants to independently verify the manufacturer's scientific data regarding a technical, complex product over two decades of providing service." It's an interesting case, for obvious reasons – if you can be tied to the work that you create for a client's promotion, can you be held liable if you unwittingly promote a product that might cause cancer? We don't think the case holds a snowballs chance of winning… but if it does, holy hell. Let us know your thoughts in the comments below. Read more at AdWeek or in the STLToday article.


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PBA family I hope you all are all doing well in mind, body, and soul. I want to thank you for taking the time to journey life with me and really live in the present moment as we do 2017! I am trying to spend each day being mindful of the way I treat myself, my spirit , and my body. I hope you will join this quest with me as we continue to journey in this thing called life.
Today's blog was inspired by reading and learning about Minimalism. Have you heard about it? If not, the minimalist movement has taken our consumer driven lifestyle by storm. In fact they are claiming that this new lifestyle allows them to save money, lower their monthly bills, travel the world, work less hours, free up income to invest in, pay off student debt, declutter living space, become less attached to their material possessions, increase their appreciation for what they have and simplifying their life overall. Where should we sign up right? I thought this could really benefit my family and myself. Those were my intial thoughts until I read further about what was required to be a true minimalist. It requires much sacrifice, many of these minimalists have sold their home to live in a small apartment, have minimal furniture, clothing, and shoes. Despite the sacrifice, "the lifestyle assists you in finding freedom. Freedom from fear. Freedom from worry. Freedom from overwhelm. Freedom from guilt. Freedom from depression. Freedom from the trappings of the consumer culture we've built our lives around. Real freedom" according to the founders of the movement (minamilst.com.)
Despite all of the benefits of minimalism, I have so much resistance to this idea. Where was this resistance coming from? I am thinking the resistance is grounded in my core beliefs. After all, those beliefs are centered around having the American Dream and I am drowning every day trying to live this dream out (mentally, physically, and spiritually). Having the American Dream is so important to me. What they do not tell you is that only a few reach it and the majority of us are chasing after it, just getting more and more in debt. In the mad chase of it all, you create a meaningless life with stress, anxiety, and just an accumulation of stuff that you do not need! Does having the American Dream deem happiness? I would say probably not. Having the American Dream actually requires one to not be their true self because you are so caught up in how society has defined you. And that is a major problem. As I, as we, begin to think about the many goals that we are trying to accomplish in 2017, can we really? Especially, if we are trying to do it all and have it all...It is just not possible.
This fad/trend/ movement or whatever we are going to call it, really teaches us about the importance of letting go. That is what minimalism is too me. It is letting go of the things that are unnecessary in your life and the things that are weighing you down. The only person that can determine that is you. Now I am not saying I am going to let go of my home and move my family into a shed house but I think I see the importance in a decluttered home and letting go of the things that I do not need. Those things only serve as a distraction in my home. Traveling the world is important but for me also seeing the importance of loving my home and making it a place that feels like a peaceful resort is also just as valuable because I spend most of my time there. My home is an investment, in fact it is not just for myself but for my children and hopefully their children. Also, I see the value in not collecting, clothing, shoes, purses that always seem to go out of the style and then requires a new wardrobe. What would my life look like if had less stuff? That is the basic questions that most minimalists pose to themselves? I would imagine that if I were to answer that question my life would be less complicated and less stressful. I would imagine that I would not have much debt and life would not be a trend or a movement it would truly be living. The things in my life would truly have meaning and not go out of style. So I will pose that same question to you. What would your life look like if you could finally let go, and have less stuff?


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TOTALLY AGREE!!! We have been simply building me-too products. It's high time we actually come to the TECH side of it. Thanks for sharing these thoughts.on Jul 26, 2016


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On Teaching: Classroom Code
Teaching is heaviest from October until mid-January. Besides summer classes. This is the longest uninterrupted period of actual classroom instruction. I am far from obsessed with the job but I serious about making sure progress is made...but not simply with the students' English.
There is a hierarchy of learning. It is ordered like this:
English learning
This is very simple and should be easy to follow but I make sure to emphasize that English is NOT the most important thing in the world. Oftentimes in China, such a great emphasis is placed on grades that students are made to think that they can get away with any type of bad behavior, peer abuse, and thoughtlessness as long as their grades are great. Unfortunately students have a period of adjustment when they come into my class. That is never fun but the learn. The key to my reputation in Yichang is due to my standards, which I stick to.
Safety in the classroom seems like something so obvious that it is not worth mentioning. Rookie mistake. Not only is safety emphasized. But the kids know that all else revolves around safety.
Children push, spill beverages, sneeze on each other, wipe their snot on things, get into fights over hurt feelings, let their excitement get the best of them, knock things over, run like the wind, etc. They have to learn not to do this. Moreno, they have to be caught doing it to know at that moment that they are being watched. As much I personally want to see children express their carefreeness, carefreeness quickly becomes carelessness. School is about replacing uninhibited-ness with mindfulness. The unadulterated child learns that there are people and things around them. We cannot break things around us because other people need to use them. Spilling water on the floor needs to be cleaned up because someone might slip. Better yet, let's avoid the situation by not drinking in the classroom. Also, let's get in the habit of not running around the classroom. You cannot sneeze openly because we need to be considerate of those around us. This is all basic social behavior.
We need to move around. We need to drink water. We need to change partners. We need to dance. We need to have a physical element to class because sitting down all the time gets tiresome. But in everything we do we do with an element of controlled movement and learn self-control.
There are a couple of concerns that spring up with manners.
Some students, who are high achieving, may have little patience for slower students. This is a serious problem. They are so eager to show their teacher that they know something that they forget that the teacher is thinking of teaching a class and not an individual. They will be quick to shout out the answers as I am trying to coax a response from a student who is just a little slower than they are. By shouting out the answer, the student is sabotaging an important part in the teaching process. Sometimes it is useful to have a student speak out so the class has a chance to digest input from a peer for a change instead of from the teacher. This is useful when I want to class to recall something during a warm-up review. But being patient is more than just a skill, it is a value. The slower student is no longer thinking. He is just reciting what someone wants them to say.
English learning cannot happen when classmates are not polite enough to patiently listen to one another. The faster students have to develop the teacherly habit of allowing others enough room to think. Sometimes that requires more time. This is a value that goes beyond English learning. I make the class aware of this and this kind of encouragement takes....patience from the teacher. But once they grasp the value, the students are much more cooperative with one another. The initial effort pays off and the classroom dynamic can be pretty amazing.
I have gotten to the root of the myth that Chinese students are shy. They are not shy for any reason other than the way they are treated. If for every time I spoke out I could expect my classmates to laugh at me, I would feel humiliated and timid. Students can be so cruel to one another and the teacher needs to step in and defend students as explore new ideas and new abilities. The teacher is the classroom leader and is the one to emphasis what kind of behavior is permitted. That is why, I stop class and single out the students who made their classmate feel bad for having an unusual speech pattern or mispronounce a word. It infuriates me when the student teasing another is the one who is incorrect. Importantly, how I single out that student can make or break the class.
I tell the students to use a cheer of encouragement "加油" if they absolutely must say something that doesn't beat down their classmate--and doesn't beat them down as well.
A classroom should be a place to safely make mistakes. But what I find is that students are hesitant with the concept of trial and error. We are here t think and figure things out. Deductive reasoning requires eliminating wrong answers to determine the remaining right ones. Creativity is a process of seeing what works through experiencing them, not memorizing what you are told. This can happen when the attitude in class is positive. The students are ready to learn.
One English teacher cannot be everything to all students. Taken further, I would go on to say that one English teacher cannot be all things to even one student. By this, I mean that a student needs input from a variety of sources both in living form and in textbook form and in media. They also must have the opportunity to test out their English ability onto the world around them. One teacher cannot do that. One class cannot do that. But we all work within limitations and we must do our best to make use of our resources. A teacher must be consistent so that students can pick up on patters but must also be varied enough so that the lessons are challenging in comprehensible ways.
I have boiled my language in the classroom to form common instructions to go along with most activities. They become almost mantra-like for their frequency during class:
look at the picture; tell me the story
listen and read; listen and talk
how do you say ... in English?
How do you say ... in Chinese?
Don't read it; say it.
Now ask me a question.
The power dynamic of the class determines how much the students actually talk. If the classroom has an air of authoritarianism, where the students strictly follow the teachers instruction or face punishment, then the students will not talk. If the students are free to do what they want at their own pace, then they will have little ability to talk. But if the classroom satisfies the three areas of the classroom code--safety, manners, English learning--then they are ready to have fun. I trust they can move around safety. I know they will be respectful towards each other. I know they can make use of the English that they have learned and so why not take it beyond the book and play with it a little?
Funny Names
Having fun can simply mean the type of relationship the teacher has with the students. I have enjoyed giving students funny names.
Lily = Lily Monster
Tom = Tom mu gua (木瓜)Tom papaya
Emma = Hema (河马)hippopotamus
Mo = Ma Pa dofu (马趴豆腐) hot and spicy tofu
Tony = Tuo Niao (驼鸟)ostrich
Wendy = Wendy-day
Annie = Ai Ni (爱你)love you
Tina = T Nai Nai (奶奶)grandma
Tank and Frank = Tank you and Frank You (Luckily they are still too young to make that into an expletive).
Lucy =Chang Jing Lu (长颈鹿)giraffe
Cici = CCTV China Central Television
Charlie = (巧克力)Chocolate
All of these wordplays are strange associations that are made possible by the flexibility in Chinese for puns and homonyms. This is probably why I love the Chinese language so much. All language learners find great humor making eccentric connections between their native language and the target language. The children never tire of it.
Blending games with memory
I have devised an interesting way to review vocabulary. Bouncing a balloon 6 times on your hand before catching it seems easy enough. For students who spend most of their day in a chair during the week and on weekends, this alone is a fun challenge. Add to that, reciting from memory the 6 vocabulary words from the lesson and the challenge becomes much harder. The students are enthusiastic and many skills are practiced at once.
Student Led Games
The classic game "Simon Says..." because classroom staple for warming up ever since we had lessons on body parts. We just changed the game to "Teacher Says..." I have grown tired of long before they have as they are increasingly difficult to fool. I have had a student play the role of teacher and have let them play without me. Sometimes I play along as a student and let myself fail. They love to see that they can trick the teacher.
I am often shocked that students cannot reply to a question like:
How are you?
But i know that students have learned to expect to hear that question at the start of class. They are used o and are only responding to a question at the start of the lesson, and not the words and the meaning of the words. If students fail into familiar habits then when a situation is slightly unfamiliar they become flustered and cannot form a simple reply. In other words, they are not learning to really listen.
Recently we have practiced grammar that includes possessive pronouns (his, her its) as well as third person singular (he likes, she likes) (don't like, doesn't like) (What does he, what do you). These important differences in sentence formation are really challenging for Chinese students. We practice a lot with many examples and lots of book work. When it is time to speak in the short dialogs, I have them stand up in pairs. Once I catch a mistake, I immediately make them sit down. I do not want to give them lots of time to fumble around and take time to figure our how to say it right. I want them to follow the examples during the instruction, formulate the sentence in the book work practice, and say it once, correctly. I also want them to listen to each other say it wrong so to avoid making a mistake once it is their turn.
During this kind of activity, I take advantage of them noticing my beard. I blame them for the speckles of white hairs that I have found on my chin. They say that it looks as if I have brushed my teeth and have forgotten to wipe off my face. When they get the grammar wrong in the sentence I recoil and tell them that they are paining me physically and causing my beard to go white. They giggle. When students finally get the sentence right, I thank them for making my beard go black again. Of course there are a couple students, one ironically named Angel, who likes to give an over to top wrong answer, just to be funny. I howl that she is now making me go bald.
We can do this because they deserve to have fun once they show me that they are really working hard at English. Play is a reward to children and we should be able to mix learning with play.
They come to attend class in the evenings at 7:00PM. They go home after 8 o'clock to finish their school homework and go to bed. They are only ten years old. Studying is really important to them. They don't watch much TV.


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"Ah! how in moments like these
Our heart doth grudge the light of life."
The expiring hero, not one whit daunted by the mortal wound in his side, added the lines—
"Had not in hours of peace,
It learned to lightly look on life."
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Bitch smacking CNN in 1st presser....priceless. My wife loves CNN & I love FOX, but ever since her side lost the election, neither of us get to watch our news....unless the others not home. It's been Lib-tard central around here since the election. Wife is coming apart at her seams, say's Trumps gonna kill us all, ruin the SCOTUS, end abortion, etc, etc etc. It's just gonna get worse for me the longer into the 4 years we go. Anybody need a very skilled electrician/handyman??
My kid came home from High School hating Trump.
It's been fun.
What is wrong with these School Teachers ?
Are all of them liberal ?
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I have to admit. I haven't seen a President be so... Human and right at the same time.
Hmm. Interesting.
Unless its all a deceptive facade... Hmmm
What a damn good one if it is! The best I've seen. Definitely a "hm" moment. To the point of thinking this guy is simply genuine.
originally posted by: PhyllidaDavenport
I hope he manages to stay human open and forthright but alas after seeing how Obama aged rapidly after a few years in the job, I kinda doubt it. A couple of years and he will be toe-ing the elite party line like a good puppet
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The media was under the impression that they were untouchable, that they could say anything and get away with it.
Well, they just got a wake-up call, the media may actually have to work for a living now.
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It would have been interesting to find out what question they wanted to ask, but like a pro, he called them out.
He wasn't very happy with the BBC either and I was watching the press conference on the BBC. When they returned to the studio they claimed that he has shot himself in the foot and were very dismissive of him, surprisingly.
Still and all, he isn't helping himself in the long run. What people want to know is if the Moscow and St Petersburgh incidents happened or not, and if American imtelligence has briefed him on it. A shouting match is no help.
I didn't see it as a shouting match, I seen it as a complete rejection of an overtly biased news organization hellbent on destroying one man with anything they can find, whether unconfirmed/unsubstantiated or not. Zero journalistic credibility.
originally posted by: okrian
I saw the same petulant child at the podium that I've seen throughout his entire campaign. Dodging. Dismissive. Arrogant. Acting like the big kid at school that just feels that mindless-might is right. Still stunned that the minority elected this fool.
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I saw the same petulant child at the podium that I've seen throughout his entire campaign. Dodging. Dismissive. Arrogant. Acting like the big kid at school that just feels that mindless-might is right. Still stunned that the minority elected this fool.
Don't forget in the runup to the election he called on the Russians to hack Hillary Clinton's election set-up, that was childlike, and illogical too. Calling everything fake and people failures ad nauseum is fast becoming passe.
originally posted by: Arnie123
This was Epic and I loved every moment of it. This IS MY PRESIDENT and I'm literally proud of it.
Tell it how it is, time to clean house.
originally posted by: AngryCymraeg
He bloviated, rambled and then insulted a major news organisation. Oh, and he claimed that his kids will be running his business assets and he will have nothing to do with it at all, honest.
That was not the performance of a President-Elect. That was the performance of a child. If Obama had done even half of that he would have been decried by everyone. Trump hasn't even gotten his tiny hands on the real levers of power yet. Yup, I'm terrified.
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I will post photos of fire goddess when I get her left hand shoulder done.
Anyway, Joan Elliott's Blog is full of fun stuff – firstly she has a new book/magazine of designs out. It has a heap of her big designs and works out to be about $19Au, including post from the UK. It can be ordered here.
Secondly, she is having a contest for Christmas suggestions. Being born and bred Aussie, I don't do much with normal Christmas designs as they don't mean Christmas to me. Here it is the middle of summer – so snow, reindeer, and such is a foreign concept (I have had one cold Christmas ever in my life). My suggestion was Santa with his white boomers (male kangaroos) racing across the Aussie skyline – such as Uluru (Ayers Rock). It could be amusing and different at least. Very regional though! Not something that you would see or associate with Christmas in most parts of the world, but anyway.
I have also been looking everywhere for my pattern for Air Goddess. She is gorgeous and I was actually going to start stitching her before Fire Goddess, but I couldn't find her… So, tonight I had a brain wave about where I could have put it. The cat is notoriously good at ripping up anything paper or paper like, so in a fit of brilliance I put it on a bookshelf under some things so he couldn't destroy it… problem solved!!


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Night diving is not only mysterious and full of surprises but also full of new sea nocturnal creatures ready to be discovered. Many of reef animals sleep during the day and they only come out at night. The marine life looks more colorful and vivid. Also, you can even find tiny plankton organisms that give the effect of bioluminescence. This is one of favourite features of night dive for many divers. The fantastic glow of blue and green lights creates spectacular fluorescent effect.
It is essential to prepare the special equipment for night diving. Most of equipment is suitable for day and night dives. Never go for a night dive with a brand new equipment you are not familiar with yet.
The proper dive torch with strong power and long battery life is a key. The features as depth rating, burn time and beam width are important to think of while choosing one. Remember to always take extra flashlight just in case of any emergency or if battery goes out in the former one.
A snap light or battery powered marker should be attached to BCD or tank of every diver in order they can see other divers behind them.
Navigation during night dive is crucial so you should have a compass too. During day good visibility is not a problem but during night dive it is quite a challenge.
The communication during night dive is essential as it´s more difficult than during day dive. It's crucial to learn how to use light signals. You and your dive buddy always should make sure and double check that all signals are clear before entering the water.
The best time for night dive is actually at twilight or dusk so you can adjust to the dark gradually.
Night dives generally are slow and shallow in order to maintain safety and good orientation since you can only see what is illuminated in the light of your torch beam. Also, time underwater during night dive is relatively shorter.
Once you descend into the water and see this breathtaking night life, you will definitely crave for more! So breath in, breath out and enjoy this fascinating experience!


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We started fasting together at Sundown last night and we will continue fasting together until Sundown tonight. Isaiah 58 is my favorite chapter in the Bible on fasting. I included it below in "The Message" translation. Read it today as you begin your day of fasting. Read it todays in place of eating lunch and meditate on it. Verses 6-9 state:
"This is the kind of fast day I'm after: to break the chains of injustice, get rid of exploitation in the workplace, free the oppressed, cancel debts.
As you read these verses, ask the Holy Spirit to reveal to you areas of your life and relationships where you are intentionally or unknowingly a source of injustice, exploitation, oppression, and debt to others. Ask the Spirit also to reveal to you areas in your heart and mind of scars from when you have been a victim of these acts that forgiveness and healing needs to take place to break their chains and control over you.
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When they call or come in, and our team does their custom build you referred, then you just earned yourself $50!!
Terms & Conditions: The build referral must be real. By real, we mean the referral must make it to the end of the build process & sale. The custom build must total over $1,000 to qualify. Once the sale of the custom build you referred to your friend goes through, and NFI Empire is funded, you will be paid your $50 commission.
****Must show referral document upon arrival to qualify****
Do you know someone looking to sell their vehicle? Send them our way! If their vehicle is something we are interested in selling on consignment or buying outright, then you will receive $25!
Terms & Conditions: The inventory referral must be real. By real, we mean the referral must be a vehicle our General Manager approved to buy or consign. Once the vehicle is on our lot, and checked into inventory, you will be paid your $25 commission.
****Must show referral document upon arrival to qualify****
"I attend the Bantam Jeep festival every year and I ran a crossed one of their "Series 3" XJ's. The guy who had it was nice enough to show me the detailed work and man, this thing was completely bad ass. I had to jump on the web and figure out who you guys were."
Louisville, KY.
"Never before have I felt so much pride in owning a vehicle. I can't say enough about NFI's design, build quality, and attention to detail. Every vehicle they touch is truly a work of art. A great group of guys who are very passionate about what they do and are a pleasure to deal with. If you are looking for a badass custom vehicle, you have come to the right place."
Buffalo, NY
"Although I don't drive a Jeep. NFI Empire was able to take my Tundra and turn it into a Beast of the streets. These guys are taking customization to another level! Helping pick the perfect wheel and tire as well as working crazy overtime. NFI Empire made it simple and stress free. I recommend these guys to anyone looking to trick out their ride or buy one of their own customized rides."
Erie, PA
"When I saw all the badass Jeeps parked outside NFI, I knew NFI was the place to go. I came to Justin asking if he and his team could take my stock Cummins and make it into the truck I've always wanted; he didn't turn me down. The crew took my stock truck and made it into one of the most bad ass diesels in town. I couldn't be happier with the work that NFI did. Any 4x4 you send them; they can modify it into exactly what you are looking for and at very reasonable prices. NFI is always looking after the customer and would never steer anyone in the wrong direction.'
Erie, PA
"I came looking for the jeep I could turn into my dream jeep and I happened to come across NFI empire and seen the black 09 JK and instantly wanted to go look at it and hopefully be able to bring it home. Justin was friendly and did whatever he could to help get me into the jeep. From my experience with NFI Empire I would refer anyone who is looking for a jeep of their dreams to go take a look at what they had to offer. I know when I'm ready for my next jeep I'll be sure to stop by NFI Empire to see what they have on the lot!"
Erie, PA
"I first learned about NFI when I noticed the sign up on the corner of an Industrial building. It said they build custom jeeps. I had to stop and see what it was all about. Wow, these guys are something. They are manufacturing and fabricating their own products that are hard to believe are not already out in the market. They know Jeeps inside out."
Erie, PA.
"I wasn't sure what to expect when walking into NFI's new local shop. I was quickly met by Justin who enthusiastically showed me around the new facility. Incredible Jeeps being customized in every corner. I was totally blown away. Justin showed me a currently stock Cherokee that they had recently got in. We spoke of customizing the Jeep to my specs. They worked to meet my budget and design ideas. I got the best modded Cherokee I could have ever asked for....at a great price. Super cool guys and amazing vehicles."
Meadville, PA
"NFI took my XJ to a level I couldn't believe! I started with a very straight Jeep and what they did with it was amazing. High-end components and quality workmanship are evident throughout and I get nothing but compliments from everyone who sees my NFI Jeep! I highly recommend Justin and his staff to anyone looking for a competitively-priced quality build you'll be proud to own."
Cleveland, OH
"I'm beyond impressed with the work NFI Empire performed on my Jeep Wrangler Unlimited. I couldn't wait to customize my JKU but I just couldn't decide on a place to get the work done. As soon as I found out about NFI I knew I had check them out. I stopped by their 12th street location in Erie and met Justin. He was more than happy to help me build my dream jeep within my budget and I couldn't be happier with the results! Thanks to the awesome and knowledgable crew at NFI Empire I drive one badass Jeep Wrangler. I will continue to be a customer and I highly recommend them for any of your jeep needs."
"I met Justin when I went to Real Training and Fitness Bench for Babies Competition, My girlfriend Jordyn and I saw his Jeep in the parking lot and we fell in love with it instantly. A few weeks later we went to Bantam Jeep Fest where Justin and I discussed building out my Jeep. The NFI team hooked my Jeep up and I'm very happy with it. I'm happy to be with the NFI Empire Custom Jeep Family!"
Sharon, PA
"Great guys over at NFI. The team has never let me down, guided my jeep build & I into the right direction. Anyone second guessing this place stop now and see their work at first hand! It is great and I am proud to say NFI built my jeep. Solid Quality, Genuinely Great people!"
"The NFI team recently did some body work to our Jeep and it came out looking 10X better than when it when in! We were so impressed with the NFI family and will be using them for all of our 4x4 needs! The attention we were given from the owner and the customer service offered by his employees is surpassed by none. Thank you NFI for making our experience truly one of kind! We couldn't be happier!"
"Great crew. They did my lift and wheels for the truck and lowered the car. Also did some dent repair and resprayed my front bumper on the car. Work turned out great and I felt welcome every time I went in and bugged them to see progress. I would recommend anyone to get work done here. Very proud to be part of and represent the NFI family."
"I'm beyond satisfied with my new Nissan Titan from Justin! The staff at NFI treated me great and they are very respectable to deal with. I will for sure be back for my next purchase!! Thank you again!"
"Took my 1980 CJ7 to NFI Empire for new chrome headers and side pipes . Looks great, sounds great and they had it done in a few days and under budget!"
"Can't thank you guys enough for the amazing job you did on my Jeep!! And a special thank you to Justin Fried for putting up with me lol I absolutely love my jeep more than i did before (if that's possible) you were so patient helpful and explained everything to a T for me!!! I would recommend you guys to anyone!!"
"Recently purchased a Jeep and I love it. They have some great vehicles. Hit a few bumps along the way but most importantly they made it right. If you're looking for a clean jeep this is the place to go."
"We couldn't have asked for a better experience. My Husband and I visited their North East location and we were blown away! Steve took great care of us, and we were in and out quickly, with a high quality vehicle.:
"I reached out to NFI to look for a F-350 for me, and they went well over an above on their search. They found me the exact truck I wanted, and had it shipped right to my door."
"NFI built me the most bada** truck in the market. I can't express how pumped I was when I picked it up! Thank you guys for taking care of me, and building me a truck I look forward to driving everyday!"
"I can't say a single bad thing about these guys and girls! They did amazing work on my truck!"
"Great prices great service!!!! Must check them out!"
"Such great craftsman! Helping to preserve the history of the Jeep's iconic designs of the past, all the while turning today's vehicles into beasts!"
"Great crew. They did my lift and wheels for the truck and lowered the car. Also did some dent repair and resprayed my front bumper on the car. Work turned out great and I felt welcome every time I went in and bugged them to see progress. I would recommend anyone to get work done here. Very proud to be part of and represent the NFI family."
"Couldn't be happier with the build they did on our CJ8/Scrambler. The guys at NFI hit it out of the park! Looking forward to some great times in our "new" Jeep Scrambler! I would highly recommend NFI for any Jeep builds, they will not let you down."
"Great Customer Service and Help! I contacted them after I tried to get a local Jeep dealer to help me figure out over the phone why my jeep wasn't starting with no lights anywhere what so ever. NFI listened all the issues I was telling them and was able to diagnose what happened to my Jeep and why it wasn't starting over the phone! With that help I was able to get my Jeep started."
"Always very courteous and helpful. Quick to answer any questions I've had."
"So very happy and so THANKFUL for the easiest and most AMAZING car buying experience.... EVER!!! Absolutely in love with this beautiful machine and can't thank Steve enough thru the process!!! Make sure if you're in the market (ESPECIALLY for something CUSTOM) or just looking to "CUSTOMIZE" your own ride---LOOK HERE FIRST!!! THANK YOU ALL AT NFI EMPIRE AND VERY THANKFUL FOR ALLOWING US TO BE PART OF THE FAMILY...!!! Let's see how long I can keep her clean... LoL"
"2 weeks ago I drove from Columbus, Ohio to Erie, PA for a one of a kind 99 Cherokee XJ. Sooooo worth the drive! Not only was the Jeep better than expected(compliments on it everywhere I go) but Steve and the staff there were absolutely wonderful! They made the day enjoyable and were very hospitable. Great quality, great price, great customer service equals a happy satisfied customer. Would highly recommend NFI Empire to anyone looking for a custom vehicle/customer experience. Keep up the great work! #drivingsomethingcool"
"I started looking for a clean TJ this past summer browsing the internet. I came across NFI Empire and after reading their personal story with 20 plus years experience offering incredible vehicles and reading all the personal testimonials I knew this was the place I wanted to get my jeep. I saw a jeep that I liked and inquired about it talking with Steve. Next day I drove up from Pittsburgh the jeep was exactly as Steve described. I told Steve I want this jeep here's my budget and that I wanted to get it lifted and looking bad ass. Steve called Mike at the shop and that morning we began the process of customizing my jeep and staying on budget. Steve said he needed a few weeks to get the jeep done and would call me keeping me in the loop how my build was coming plus telling me we have a few surprises for you. The day I came up I was blown away how nice my jeep looked the crew at NFI Empire made my dream come true. I could not have asked for a better experience Justin, Steve, Mike and the NFI Empire family put their customers first and deliver amazing work."
"Very happy with the staff and customer service we received. We drove 3 hrs to get here and I was very impressed with the business itself. After recently being burned by a big dealership -- these guys were absolutely wonderful to deal with. Any issue we ran into was dealt with professionally, on the spot. Thanks guys! Worth the drive for sure. I couldn't be happier! When mama's happy everyone's happy!!"
"5 star organization!! These guys take pride in getting you what you need!! I will continue my relationship with them for years to come. They take pride in customer satification and communication.. A++ GUYS!!"
"I took my F150 in for some needed service, and the help that I recieved was friendly and professional.
When I showed up, one of the techs came out to talk to me about my truck. He asked me about what I was having done and about the graphics that I had on it. You can tell this is more than just a job to them. This is something they do, because they like it. I'll definitely be back!"
"The entire staff was great. They really worked hard for my husband to be able to bring home the truck he wanted. Definitely will recommend them! And be back for future vehicles"
"Great people
We bought a 1969/Plymouth from them. Excellent service from Steve. We Bob the car. they did a great job with small repairs that had to be done to the car. We would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for a custom-made Jeep or classic car. They're located in northeast Pennsylvania on Route 20. thank you and if I for your wonderful service. Jim and Maureen Tanner."
"Let me start by saying I have bought 26 different cars in the last 10 years... Both local and long distance. This has been the smoothest, most honest dealing I have ever done. Throughout the entire process I requested very specific pictures and videos that were sent to me within a matter of minutes. The vehicle was inside on carpet tire pads!! (And it was only a $25k car!!) Would absolutely recommend them to anyone who wants a great deal on a great vehicle. 10/10"
"Recently purchased the most badass Tundra in the world from NFI. Working with Steve over the phone from 3 hours away. He got me in the truck with literally 5 feet of snow on the ground. couldn't be any happier. Will deal with these guys again. Top notch operation."
"I have dealt with all the aspects of NFI Empire and couldn't be more thoroughly impressed! I had seen some of their Jeeps around town and decided to check them out. I'm glad I did. I decided after visiting their shop that I wanted a Jeep but would have to sell my muscle car first. It was pointed out to me that they also do consignments at their North East location. I took my car there and set up a consignment that was very easy and risk free. My car was sold fairly quickly and for the amount I wanted. They were able to find a buyer and ship it to another state, with all the logistics involved, with no work from me. They then listened to my description of what kind of Jeep I was looking for and found me a perfect match. It was down south and they had it shipped up here. I purchased my "new" Jeep and had the shop do some further modifications to make it truly my own. Their customer service is top notch and went above and beyond what I was expecting. They even provided me with a lift to or from their business when I needed one. They do seem like a family, are very knowledgeable and are easy to talk to with NO pressure. Thanks to Justin, Steve, Nichole, Mike, Dave the two Jim's and everyone else who makes NFI Empire special. Look forward to doing business in the future!"
"Took my girlfriend's father out to Justin to get his lift done after getting the run around about pricing from another local company. Justin got us the prices and scheduled asap. Working with them on this was painless. If you are looking for a shop to do your lift, they are IT!!"
"I visited the 12th street location after calling around and driving around Erie to find someone somewhere that would get my tires and wheels on that day I almost gave up then NFI said "bring it up we will figure it out". They did! They also went over and beyond and even fixed the rattle I was hearing! I will be back and highly recommend them! Thanks guys! A+++++++ experience!"
"I was looking for a truck for quite a long time, and a buddy of mine bought one from NFI Empire so I decided to check their website. I'm beyond satisfied with the truck I bought from them!!! I would recommend everyone to go check them out!!! Thanks again Justin for all your help I will definitely be back in the future!!!"
"Awesome Builds!! No Jeep project too Big or too small and showed great at Bantam!"
"Great quality products and service!! VETERAN OWNED!!"
"To all you would be Jeepers, no need to look any further. NFI EMPIRE will have the jeep you're looking for OR they can build it for you. I'm a proud owner of a 06 jeep TJ Rubicon. I searched all over then stopped at NFI. I was treated with respect and they answered all my questions. I purchased my jeep and haven't had 1 regret. These guys and gals are top shelf. Talk to Justin or Steve I promise you'll be satisfied."
"Great group of guys, Justin knows Jeeps... and they know Off-roading. Highly recommend"
"NFI Empire is top notch! They did amazing work on our Jeep!"
"The NFI guys are the real deal! They walked me step by step through the build process, and made sure not to leave any details out."
"STOP! The search for the best in the industry is over! NFI Empire is what I would call the BEST in the industry. Take a look at their work and it is easy to see, that they leave to leaf un-turned!"
"The limits with NFI Empire are endless!! I called them for Diesel performance parts, and they had the connections for me! Not only did they have the best prices in town, but the highest quality! They really are the one stop shop! I ordered my parts, and had them install them. These guys are awesome!"
"The Presque Isle Partnership owes a great debt of gratitude to the entire crew at NFI. The hard work, dedication and craftsmanship that went into this Jeep truly reflects the core values of your business. We placed our trust in your team to bring to life an idea that will impact so many. You simply rocked it. We are beyond thrilled with the finished product and can't wait to start showing it off! It has been an absolute pleasure working with you. Looking forward to a healthy & lasting relationship."
"Such a hardworking passionate and awesome company to have locally. You guys rock!"
"We met these guys at Bantam 2017, and we were blown away by their talent! Not only are they talented, but the entire crew are kind, helpful, and most importantly passionate. They know everything there is to know about the Jeep industry and that showed with their impressive setup. I must say, they were the most impressive setup we saw at Bantam."
"Kick ass selection of specialty cars and trucks! If they don't have, they can build it or find it for you.
"I have been wanting a Jeep for 20 years and final am able to. But I didn't want just any simple Jeep I wanted a specific color and style and then have it lifted with new wheels and tires. I couldn't do it alone so I can't say thank you to the NFI Empire crew for making this dream a reality it was a great journey to take with you. You really did everything to make this happen thank you so much"
"Great attention to detail and coordination of color and equipment. From the paint, to the wheels and tires, bumper, rock slides, etc. they tied it all together to create a nice vehicle. Appearance is nothing short of amazing. NFIHARDLINER paint work is amazing.
I'm sure there's probably other good builders out there but I don't know that there's any better."
"Loving our truck and can't wait until we are ready to add another vehicle and visit !"
"Just wanted to thank NFI for getting my sons truck done. They had one day notice for a lift,tires and rims,stacks,bedliner,and fix some saftey concerns. Even after a mistake on are part with the year they took care of it no questions asked. They got it all done in time for him to get back to his base from leave. Thanks again for taking great care of my son."
I started looking for a clean TJ this past summer browsing the internet. I came across NFI Empire and after reading their personal story with 20 plus years experience offering incredible vehicles and reading all the personal testimonials I knew this was the place I wanted to get my jeep. I saw a jeep that I liked and inquired about it talking with Steve. Next day I drove up from Pittsburgh the jeep was exactly as Steve described. I told Steve I want this jeep here's my budget and that I wanted to get it lifted and looking bad ass. Steve called Mike at the shop and that morning we began the process of customizing my jeep and staying on budget. Steve said he needed a few weeks to get the jeep done and would call me keeping me in the loop how my build was coming plus telling me we have a few surprises for you. The day I came up I was blown away how nice my jeep looked the crew at NFI Empire made my dream come true. I could not have asked for a better experience Justin, Steve, Mike and the NFI Empire family put their customers first and deliver amazing work.
"I just wanted to write and say thank you again. I couldn't be happier right now. When i saw the jeep yesterday I was speechless. This is something that I have wanted to do for years and now its a reality.
The work you guys did was flawless and I will always be coming back to you guys when I am ready to take the next step.
Thank you again Mike. You have a customer for life and I will give you the highest recommendation i can to anyone I talk to."
"Absolutely impressed with this whole "Empire" if you will. I worked with Steve over the phone form 3 hours away. He assured me and put my mind at ease about every question or concern I had. We worked out a very fair deal for everyone. In my opinion they actually went above and beyond what most would do. My Yukon is lifted 6" and had 2 like new 35" tires and 2 that were so so and they just overnighted some tires and installed them as I waited at the shop, and they put an adjustable rear trac-bar on it bc the original lift didn't come with one and it was the safest thing to do. This is my family hauler and I appreciated the extra safety of adding that. Both the dealership and the shop locations were VERY nice and clean. You can definitely tell this place is veteran owned. Every vehicle on the lot was something I would drive, customized in some way either with wheels or lifted. Just the kind of stuff any guy would like. If you are buying/shopping from out of town or state, rest assured you are dealing with top notch folks here and they will go out of their way to ensure you have a great experience!!"
"Very impressed with NFI Empire bought a truck from them I'm totally satisfied with product and service. I will defently recommend NFI Empire"
"Extremely fast service. Very reasonably priced. Fastest growing automotive business in the city."
"Good service and good pricing"
"Justin and Jim are great people to work with! Very happy with my truck."
"After I saw the Scrambler NFI Empire built for Channellock at Bantam 2017, I decided this year I HAD to have mine done. I have had this Scrambler for 16 years, and the time was never right to have it rebuilt. I trusted NFI Empire to do the job. It's exactly what I wanted. Our plan is just to enjoy the Jeep with our family and go to Jeep shows. The ultimate goal is to bring it to Bantam and try to place it in the historical show."
"Had my truck posted for sale on various sites, got a call from NFI saying they could get my truck sold no problem and get what I wanted. I had my doubts at first but after reading other reviews and talking with them i decided to give them a shot. They had my truck sold in just a couple weeks! Had a great experience with them, always quick to respond to any questions I had. Would definitely go back to them in the future."
"We recently made a trip to NFI Empire, up by Erie Pennsylvania, to check out there pickup trucks. We had looked locally and the prices here were considerably higher, then we took a trip up at NFI Empire. It was worth the trip! No hassle, no heavy pressure to buy, salesman was great, and we purchased the truck we went up to see. We had been researching vehicles on Craigslist, and a few other places and was fortunate enough to learn about NFI Empire and what they had to offer. If you're looking for a vehicle, don't be afraid to check them out."
"Had them do work on lift kit for truck. Amazing work and they cleaned the whole truck no charge. Easy to work with and I shopped and they were lowest price."
NFI Empire
Consignment Shop
803 West 12th Street,
Erie, PA. 16510
(814) 746-4213
NFI Empire
Vehicle Sales Location & Recon and Service Location
10120 West Main Street
North East, PA. 16428


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Summer is here, we are counting off the days to the holidays and at Leopard's Leap Family Vineyards we are looking forward to treating our guests to delicious Rotisserie lunches, fun food and wine pairings, hands-on Cooking Classes and tempting Festive Shopping! And because it is a special time of year, we are also adding some new exciting offerings!
Join us for a doughnut and wine pairing, grown-up ice lollies served with bubbly, our delicious wine cocktails and for those who are peckish but not starving, Chef Pieter is preparing a delectable platter of cured meats, cheese, preserves, pickles, something fresh from the garden and of course farm-baked breads.
Lovely with a wine tasting, as a starter before you sit down to the Rotisserie lunch or during your late-afternoon-laze on the stoep.
Platters cost R150 each and are served from Wednesday to Sunday.
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Home visits
Home visits are a key part of our work with young children and their families. This is usually how we first become involved and meet the child and their family.
Once we have learnt more about a child's development and use of vision through conversations with the parents or carers, observation and reports by other professionals, an individual programme is devised. This gives ideas for activities to promote the various areas of the child's development and includes visual stimulation where relevant.
During home visits, these activities are demonstrated and explained, enabling the parents/carers to carry them out on a regular basis.


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Get your ticket today for a chance to be a part of KECA's 20 Prizes for $20 Raffle. With a cost of only $20, anyone can have TWENTY chances to win!! The drawing will be held at the Elk Country Visitor Center in Benezette, PA on Sunday November 10th at 12:00PM. After each prize is drawn, the name goes back in the barrel, so you have a chance at ALL twenty prizes! Now that's a deal! Grand Prize is a 2019 Yamaha Wolverine Passenger Side by Side.
100% of KECA's proceeds from ticket sales directly benefit Pennsylvania's Elk Country. Winners DO NOT have to be in attendance at the drawing.
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