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HOPE MOHR DANCE ANNOUNCES 10th ANNIVERSARY SEASON
Featuring the premiere of Precarious, June 1-3 at CounterPulse; the 2017 Bridge Project, Radical Movements, November 10-11; and the inaugural Community Engagement Residency with Julie Tolentino.
SAN FRANCISCO, March 10, 2017 – Hope Mohr Dance (HMD) announces its 2017 season featuring the premiere of Precarious, June 1-3 at CounterPulse; the annual Bridge Project, Radical Movements: Gender and Politics in Performance, November 10-12; and the inaugural Community Engagement Residency led by Julie Tolentino.
To celebrate a decade of creating, presenting and fostering outstanding art at the intersection of critical thinking and the body, Hope Mohr Dance presents two seasons of work that respond to the current local cultural moment. The recent election and San Francisco's current gentrification boom threaten the city's identity as a progressive, inclusive city. "In this environment, I feel an acute responsibility to be both artist and advocate," Artistic Director Mohr states.
Hope Mohr Dance 2017 Spring Season
Co-Produced with CounterPulse
Sponsored by the Joe Goode Annex
A collaboration with HSaping SF Walking Tours
Hope Mohr Dance: Precarious
June 1-3, CounterPulse
Walking Tour 4:30-6:30 PM (Friday and Saturday only)
Walking tours begin at 443 Folsom Street and end at CounterPulse
Performances in the CounterPulse Theater at 8 PM
Artistic Direction/Choreography: Hope Mohr
Film: David Szlasa
Scenic and Lighting Design: Gabe Maxson
Sound Design: Theodore Hulsker
Vocal direction: Beth Wilmurt
Mohr is developing Precarious not in the safety of a hermetically sealed studio, but in relationship to one unique place: Klockar's Blacksmith Shop, at 443 Folsom in San Francisco. In operation since 1912, the blacksmith shop has a dirt floor and is packed with rusty tools and ancient machinery. The small wooden building is surrounded by condos, skyscrapers, and loud construction sites. 443 Folsom has also been home to a visual artist, Tracy Taylor Grubbs, who works out of the second floor. Mohr and Grubbs share an improvisation practice.
The day after the election, Mohr learned that the building would be converted into a cannabis start-up in 2017.
Painter Grubbs was evicted in February.
In response to the building's conversion, Mohr re-framed Precarious into a unique event beginning on the sidewalk in front of 443 Folsom and ending at CounterPulse. In collaboration with the public historians at Shaping SF Walking Tours, she's creating a labor history walking tour culminating at CounterPulse with a performance of intense physicality inspired by the vulnerability and vitality of today's city. The CounterPulse gallery will host an exhibit by Tracy Taylor Grubbs, the artist being evicted from 443 Folsom.
HMD's 2017 Bridge Project
Radical Movements: Gender and Politics in Performance
November 2-12
Co-produced by CounterPulse
The 2017 Bridge Project, Radical Movements: Gender and Politics in Performance, will bring together artists and activists in a series of performances, conversations and workshops for gender justice and in response to the question: What does it mean to have a radical body?
As part of its 2017 Bridge Project, HMD is pleased to announce its inaugural Community Engagement Residency, a year-long artist training led by Julie Tolentino resulting in the creation of new works of performance. The culmination of Tolentino's residency will premiere as part of the Radical Movements program in November 2017.
Featured artists and activists on the program also include:
Appearing together: Judith Butler and Monique Jenkinson
In performance: Peacock Rebellion
Appearing together: Jack Halberstam and boychild
In performance: Maryam Rostami
In performance: Julie Tolentino, Amara Tabor Smith, Xandra Ibarra, Laura Arrington, and Maurya Kerr
About Hope Mohr Dance and HMD's Bridge Project
The mission of Hope Mohr Dance is to create, present and foster outstanding contemporary dance at the intersection of critical thinking and the body. In keeping with these commitments, HMD's signature curatorial platform The Bridge Project approaches curating as a form of community organizing to facilitate cultural conversations that cross discipline, geography, and perspective. The Bridge Project "annually recruits the prime movers of American post-modernism in a series of classes, workshops, discussions and public concerts" (San Francisco Chronicle) and"fills a critical gap in the artistic and intellectual life of the Bay Area dance community by honoring the past and giving context to the present" (Stanford University Professor of Theater and Performance Studies Janice Ross). The Bridge Project's track record of presenting high-caliber artists has raised HMD's profile as a company that does more than present the work of one artistic director, but rather serves as a hub for artistic exchange.
About Artistic Director Hope Mohr
"A rigorous conceptual approach to fundamental questions about the body in space and time."
--Rita Felciano, Dance View Times
Hope Mohr is a curator, choreographer and writer. She trained at S.F. Ballet School, studied theater at Yale and earned her B.A. in Latin American Studies at Stanford, where she wrote her honors thesis on the women's movement in Nicaragua. After working as an Americorps Team Leader in South Central LA, Mohr moved to NYC to train on scholarship at the Merce Cunningham and Trisha Brown Studios. Her long performance career included time in the companies of dance pioneers Lucinda Childs and Trisha Brown. Passionate about pursuing both community organizing and dance, Mohr earned a J.D. from Columbia Law School, where she was a Columbia Human Rights Fellow. In 2007, Mohr returned to San Francisco to establish Hope Mohr Dance. The ongoing mission of the company is to create, present and foster outstanding outstanding contemporary dance at the intersection of critical thinking and the body. In addition to making dances that take a rigorous conceptual approach to fundamental questions about the body in space and time, Mohr curates as a form of community organizing. Her signature curatorial platform The Bridge Project recruits the prime movers of postmodernism to the Bay Area to spark conversations that cross discipline, geography, and perspective. Mohr has held residencies at Stanford Arts Institute, ODC Theater, Montalvo Arts Center, and the Interdisciplinary Laboratory for Art, Nature and Dance. She is a 2016 YBCA Fellow.
For more information about Hope Mohr Dance visit: http://www.hopemohr.org/


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WeMake is teaming up with the talented folks at Magnetic North to bring you our final discovery workshop of 2012. Mark your calendars for Friday, November 9th and join us in making a collective screen-printed poster! There will be a studio tour, hand lettering demos, and you will learn how to create a silkscreen project from start to finish.
Magnetic North is the studio and gallery space of Mary Kate McDevitt, Fred DiMeglio, K.B. Sawyer, Lacey Van Nortwick, BT Livermore, and Man's Face Stuff. They make magic in the form of handmade goods, silkscreen tees, hand lettering and signs, letterpress, and woodcuts.
Workshop Details
DATE OF THE EVENT: Friday, November 9, 2012
TIME: 6 - 9pm
PLACE: Magnetic North, 5120 NE 42nd Ave Portland, OR 97218
COST: $20 (materials included)
REGISTRATION BEGINS: Friday, November 2nd at 9am
Magnetic North has a really creative idea for this workshop. Everyone who comes will get to help create a collaborative silkscreened poster based on the theme, "What inspires you to create?"
We'll each make a small drawing (it can be hand-lettered, an illustration, doodles, almost anything!) about what inspires us. Each person's artwork will be combined into one collective poster design. The Magnetic North team will walk us through the silkscreen process using this design as a demo.
We'll learn about exposing an image onto a screen, the type of equipment and ink being used, and then finally the actual printing process. At the end of the night you'll have a one-of-a-kind poster to take home created by you and your fellow makers.
There will also be screens set up for you to get hands-on and print an item of your own. Bring a cotton t-shirt, tote bag, or any small item you'd like to print on.
About Magnetic North
Magnetic North has been actively involved with the design community since their grand opening in May. You may have seen some of their work recently with Design Week Portland and our Put a Bird In It auction. Paul Searle had a chance to film the team working on their birdhouses last month.
I had the opportunity to speak with Mary Kate, Fred, and BT recently and I was curious about the people and ideas behind Magnetic North.
What is Magnetic North?
It is a studio where we can make our work, but this space has also created its own identity that really explored in our retail shop. We're new, but we're looking forward into the future. We want to develop a line of products and art that is Magnetic North.
How many people work here?
There are five of us, and the mustache wax company works out of here as well.
Mary Kate and I were actually looking to expand. We had our basement up and running as our print shop and then BT and Karen, who is our studio mate, were looking for a new place and it just seemed like the right time to do it. We looked at probably eight or nine other spaces in different parts of the city but we were looking for something that had character. Something that had been used as a different space like an old gas station.
Mary Kate:
This used to be an old auto body shop. We have a tiny retail space and we get people who come in who are doing really cool things. They're so excited that we're here.
What is it about Portland that you find exciting as far as the design community, and how do you see yourselves fitting in there?
I think what's exciting to me is that it is so much of a community. In other places people are doing their own thing. But here there's so much collaboration, or at least friendly vibes amongst the people. Everyone's so excited to share what they're working on and you can't help but be inspired.
People get excited about it. That's the whole reason we came out here. It seems like the place to be creative in the US right now. I think coming from the east coast it was sort of night and day the way that people look at creatives and artists. Here people respect you and they see the value of art. In addition to the community of great makers and artists, there is also a buying community that supports and values the creatives and allows them to thrive.
What inspires you? What are your sources of inspiration for design?
Mary Kate:
I always like vintage design. Vintage advertising, the overly decorative lettering and things like that.
I've been working a lot as a sign painter these days. My inspiration is similar to Mary Kate's but I focus on a lot more on incredibly simple, almost industrial typography. That works well with sign painting.
I'm inspired by the vintage, the industrial, and the same as these guys which is why we found ourselves here. That's really what Magnetic North is. We kicked around about 30 different names. We were talking about signs and the idea of direction and guiding, as well as this old-world craftsman field. BT said "Magnetic North" we were like "That's it!" The revival of hand-craftsmanship is what inspires me.
Our workshop this fall is about screen printing. What is it about printing that gets you excited and that you want people to take away from the workshop?
It is a skill that you can learn quickly and inexpensively on a really small scale. I started out in my parent's garage and then I when we moved to Portland we were living in a one-bedroom apartment and I was working out of a closet.
Teaching people and getting them excited about starting a small-scale operation is really liberating, really empowering. You can do it with little start-up money and space.
Save the Date: November 9th
Keep an eye out for more details and info about registration. Thanks for making this such an amazing year to be a Portland designer/maker/artist/person. We can't wait to wrap up the year with this exciting workshop. See you there!


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The American dealer franchise system might be on its last tank of fuel.
Since the advent of the mass production of cars, their sales have been filtered through a system of dealerships not affiliated with the carmakers. By acting as the middleman between the factory and the consumer, the dealer is free to negotiate and attempt to maximize profits. The downside for consumers, of course, is that uneducated people can be taken advantage of and charged more than necessary. The upside is that car buyers have local sales people and reliable service.
Tesla wants to change things up by selling directly to consumers in a retail model that could, and probably will, revolutionize how we buy cars.
There's a complicated chain of events happening that could force states to amend their dealer franchise laws. Currently, not only are factory direct car sales frowned upon, they are illegal in most states. Funny how the lure of economic development can change things.
Earlier this year, Tesla announced plans for a $1.6 billion "gigafactory" to build batteries that will power future generations of electric automobiles. Four states were mentioned as candidates for the factory, including Texas and Arizona; states that have fiercely fought Tesla's right to sell direct to consumers.
Interesting development, to be sure! Tesla is now leveraging the potential factory to negotiate for changes to the dealer laws, and it's already working. Politicians know they won't have a chance at landing the factory if their state doesn't allow direct sales.
Not coincidently, Arizona lawmakers have introduced a bill to allow Tesla, and other electric carmakers, to bypass dealers and sell directly to consumers. Bill sponsor Warren Peterson said,
We wanted to send a message that Arizona is open for business.
What they're really doing is sending a message that money is more important than the dealer laws and setting a precedent that other states will notice. With Texas lawmakers considering a similar bill, we might begin to see the fall of dealer franchise laws as we know them.
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Over the last several years, the Google Business "knowledge box" has expanded quite a bit. If you are a business owner, you have likely searched the name of your business to see what Google is displaying throughout the entire real estate. Recently, Google started showing more "reviews from the web" to help searchers find more reviews for a business.
While Yelp, Google Local and other websites offer valuable reviews, it is important to recognize that some industries are more thoroughly reviewed on different websites. Lawyers and attorneys know that Avvo can prove to be more powerful for local reviews. Avvo and Yelp also show up very high on the front page of search results for car accident and DWI lawyers. With this being the case, it makes sense for Google to display reviews from not only Facebook, but from Avvo and Yelp as well.
This is what the know Google Business "knowledge box" looks like for Houston DWI lawyer Mario Madrid:
The Facebook link is clickable and takes you directly to the business Facebook page, not the Facebook reviews page. As Google's business Knowledge Graph continues to evolve we would like to see more review websites specific to an industry. Travel businesses and hotels need reviews from TripAdvisor. Medical professionals need reviews form Health Grades. Golf courses and golf instructors need reviews from GolfAdvisor or GolfNow.
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Archive for July 27, 2013
Upcoming Events
I know the Zhao Jun Festival is also going on now or in the coming days. I'll try to post some information about that too.
Save some money!
You can also find discounts on things like massages, KTV, hotels, beverage stands, travel, and so on. Below I've linked to two different group purchasing websites, but I'm sure there are more. If you know of others link to them in the forum or in the comments below.
If you can't read Chinese, get a local friend to help you register for an account and set up your preferences for area of town, kind of cuisine, etc.
Also comment or share in the forum if you see a particularly good deal you think others should know about!
Why we created this site
I created this site also because there doesn't seem to be much cohesion or camaraderie amongst the foreigners here and I hope this site can help with that.
I also mostly want us to have a place to learn from each other about how to live more efficiently in this city we call home.
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Welcome to our online community!
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Location Independent since 2004: Amy Scott of Nomadtopia
In our latest In the latest episode of the BecomeNomad Podcast, I speak with Amy Scott from Nomadtopia, a fantastic resource for digital nomads. Amy also writes a blog and produces a long-running nomad podcast. Since 2004, Amy has been backpacking, traveling or cultivating her base in Buenos Aires, Argentina. She is currently living with her husband in Mexico. In the interview, Amy talks about meeting her husband while living the location independent lifestyle and shares some insights about how nomadism has changed over the last decade. She also predicts the future of Nomad Visas.
Listen to the podcast to hear Amy's advice on how to meet friends, find a travel partner on the road, and become the happy nomad you've always wanted to be.
Highlights from this Episode:
Traveling Alone:
It can be easy to find a travel partner for a few weeks, but for a lifetime? Not always so simple. From 2004 to 2009, Amy traveled on her own. Solo nomads may need to consider more carefully the places they choose as temporary homes. Safety can be big issue here, especially in parts of the world where women in particular may encounter hostility specifically for traveling alone. Otherwise, traveling alone has some advantages: Amy and Eli agree that it is easier to meet people on the road as a solo traveler.
Picking the Right Destination:
When you're just starting out as a digital nomad, picking the right destination is intimidating. It's important to choose places that are safe and conducive to productivity in your work. Europe, for example, is a great place to start because it is generally safe and resource-rich. If you're nervous about a certain city or country, Amy suggests asking friends or family to meet you there while you get adjusted. Having these people around can also help break up long periods of time alone and help you maintain your social support network.
Meet your Significant Other as a Nomad:
It is a real challenge for nomads who start solo to build long-term relationships on the road. Most nomadic couples begin the location-independent lifestyle together, avoiding both the challenge of finding someone interesting on the road and the challenge of convincing them to become nomadic as well. Amy met her husband at a salsa dancing class in Argentina, in his home city of Buenos Aires. Her advice on meeting a partner abroad is twofold: (1) Stay longer. It is often easier to meet people (especially locals) when you stay in one place for more than a month or two because you have more time to build a relationship and discover whether it might be something worth pursuing. It's also a smart economic choice, so why not try it out? Also (2) follow your interests. Amy says, "When you're living a normal life, you're more likely to meet people living a normal life." To meet interesting people who you can connect with, get out and do activities that interest you. How about salsa dancing?
Nomad Communities:
Nomads create communities both online and in specific cities. Online, digital nomads connect through Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, as well as through attending online courses and events. Amy suggests that these sites can be great places to meet people who you might connect with, and who may be interested in meeting in person if you should find yourselves in the same place. She suggests focusing on activities that you enjoy and that are inherently social. Join clubs or find meetups with like-minded groups. Couchsurfing can be a great way to find other in your area who are interested in getting out to explore with you.
Nomadism Today vs. Nomadism in 2004:
In 12 years, nomadism has changed dramatically: when Amy started traveling most of the current social networking sites did not exist yet. The term 'digital nomad' was not used extensively either. She says it is much easier for nomads to find each other now. It is also easier to work remotely. Virtual communications through Skype and similar sites has opened up options for building teams of remote employees. The tech industry is also growing and has pushed location independence into the mainstream. Opportunities for remote work abound in the digital age and the nomad population is definitely growing.
The Future of Nomadism:
Nomad life may be getting easier as more and more people begin working remotely. Amy believes that the growing public awareness of nomadic lifestyles may lead to some very positive changes. Eventually, she hopes, nomads will be able to obtain special visas that will allow us to travel in different ways from tourists or those who work abroad in a single country. Perhaps these "Digital Nomad Visas" will allow nomads to stay for longer periods, have easier entry into certain locations, or move more freely from country to country. Nomads can be a great asset to local communities, bringing with them money to spend at local businesses and ideas that might help the communities to grow.
The Profile of a Happy Nomad:
Although nomad lifestyles are as diverse as the nomads themselves, there are some common traits that the happiest nomads all seem to share. According to Amy Scott of Nomadtopia, happy nomads are flexible, ready for anything and above all, they embody the spirit of exploration and adventure. This spirit includes, is perhaps a product of, constant inner exploration. These nomads are always questioning their choices and asking what makes them truly happy. If their current lifestyle isn't fulfilling, they change it.
Nomad Security:
As a traveler, you have to be extra-aware of the particular safety concerns of each location. You're best protection is simply making smart choices about your behavior. Watch locals and do your research before you arrive. In wealthy countries, people may openly carry iPhones, tablets, and other expensive devices. These are much less readily available in certain countries and may make you a target for theft. Be cautious about flashing your phone and think about leaving valuables in a locker or other safe space while you're out and about. In Buenos Aires, Amy suggests sitting toward the back of coffee shops so that passersby don't see your laptop and says she doesn't carry her ATM card unless she's heading for the ATM. Work to make yourself less vulnerable by matching your behavior to your location.
Planning a Nomadic Life:
Most nomads do not seem to plan their nomadic waves very far in advance. We like to be open for opportunities as they arise. It can be hard to stay grounded though, and one common way to solve this problem is having a base that we return to at least once a year. As for the rest of it? Don't worry too much — Amy has been traveling for 12 years and she's still planning as she goes.


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I'm going to call my friend Stacie to protect her identity. At the time I wrote this poem she was living with a guy, someone much older. Somehow she came across a tiny kitten that had been abandoned by it's mother. She kept it for exactly two days feeding it from a bottle, but the man she lived with grew angry because the kitten kept them up at night. The selfish bastard made her choose.
She had no one if he left her, so she did something many girls do in her situation. She betrayed herself. They took the kitten in the car with them, drove to a fancy house and dumped the kitten in the backyard in the hopes that the people living there would happen upon it and take it in. It was a gamble. Then, they drove away. She never knew what became of the kitten but blamed herself often.
When she finally told me the story she had been crying for days. Both her actions and her grief broke my heart. And so I wrote this poem for her, the kitten, and so many others that are taken for granted. I have made no alterations to the poem since the day I wrote it when I was about fifteen.
Cry little kitty, for the breast that once nursed you abandoned you to the cruelty of human hands.
Cry little kitty, for in a world where kids go hungry and people exploit each other no one will hear your little kitty cries.
Cry little kitty because I hear you, and my tears go with you, and my memories will always have you.
Cry little kitty that your little grey eyes and your pink button nose feel the hatred inside human hearts.
Cry little kitty, for here comes the master to take you in his arms, caress your little kitty head, and give you his love.
Now little kitty, cry no more.


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A unique initiative is under way to select the best plants to restore areas that have been disturbed by oil and natural gas development in northeast British Columbia. We are working with Treaty 8 First Nations in an innovative replanting program.
We support programs focused on increasing Indigenous participation in post-secondary education and leadership training including our partnership in the Ch'nook Indigenous Business Education Initiative.
We also have limited awards available for post-secondary schooling with the Northern Lights College (NLC). See more information on the NLC Encana Indigenous Student Award.
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Where to buy art supplies in Thailand
Thailand Painting Holidays is a guest house in Phon Phisai, Nong Khai, NE Thailand. We provide art tuition from beginner to experienced artists and most art materials are provided as part of the course. It is often difficult to get good quality art supplies in Thailand and this page includes some of the shops that we use.
We spent a couple of days looking for a good art materials supplier in Bangkok and I did find one called Somjai which has ten branches. They have a website www.somjai.co.th but its of limited value, as it uses images which do not translate to English and seems to have little information about products.
Somjai's phone number is 66 2225 0541 but of course you need to be able to speak Thai and know what Thai for the materials your require to have any chance of communicating .
The main shop is at this Google Map location The address for the taxi driver is Somjai, The Old Siam Plaza, Burapha Road, off Charoen Krung, Phra Nakhon. This is a fascinating area to visit with many small shops.
We thought their prices were probably a bit lower than Australia. Its difficult to be sure but think Arches paper were selling for about $4,50 a sheet while I get at discounted price of about $5 in Australia. I use a lot of Archival Lean Medium which was also cheaper even though it is made in Australia, I can also buy it in large cans I didn't think are available in Australia for a very low price per litre.
There were lots a brands of Acrylic I don't know so I can't estimate the quality or the price. The guys in the shop were very helpful and its as good as Australian art shops. They don't speak English of course, so it helps if you can show them a picture of what you want on a smart phone.
There is also a branch on the third floor of the Chamchuri building next to the Sam Yan MRT station in Bangkok. They have less stock than the main shop but worth visiting if you can't get to Phra Nakhon. The building is next to the University and the top floor is a huge academic bookstore.
They have a branch at Siam Square but I haven't been to it.
We arranged to order supplies over the telephone transferring the payment to their bank account. They ship all over Thailand on this basis, but of course you need to be able to communicate your requirements in Thai.
Udon Thani
There is an art shop B2S, on the 4th level at Central Plaza in Udon Thani http://www.centralplaza.co.th/th/index.aspx


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"Bikes on Tuesday, Boat on Wednesday."
A layoff in the fall of 2014 led to me being in search of regular employment for the better part of the spring of 2015, after taking a six-week sabbatical in the Philippines with my wife to film and photograph for several non-profit organizations.
After a first attempt circling southwestern British Columbia and Alberta, putting some serious miles on the old Durango, word came from Dad that he intended to purchase a new motorcycle and that I would be able to access Blondie as needed as work transportation if something came up for the summer, as long as three conditions were met: "No single-track, you-break-you-fix, and back in Tahsis by October." As plans came together those conditions were extended to include "Share with your brother and your cousin," and after an exuberant display of my amazing riding skills one afternoon: "No wheelies!"
|Chilliwack, BC to Chilliwack, BC, via Inuvik, NWT.
A taxi driver's wetdream.
Initially, I had planned on riding Blondie strictly in the lower mainland, with the intent of finding local work for the summer/fall and then focusing on flying again in the winter/spring of 2016. I did plan on doing a loop of the interior and northern BC at one point or another in search of flying work, but had reservations about an extended trip alone on a bike after a four year hiatus from riding and limited income to cover expenses. When the discussion of Dad's summer plans included mention of heading to Alaska via Dawson City, I suggested that I tag along dropping in at potential employers along the way, making it as far as the border and then turning back southeast to continue my job search, as leaving the country on employment insurance is discouraged. In addition, I proposed, since I had friends working in Inuvik that "since we're so close, why not do the Dempster?" Upon Dad's agreement and excited response, a plan started to form into a 10,000 kilometer circuitous trip including two provinces and two territories, navigating through Northern British Columbia, along the Alaska Highway, the Dempster Highway, the Deh Cho Liard Highway, several crossings of the Mackenzie River, a trip down through Peace River, across the Athabasca, up to Fort McMurray, and then finally south to familiar territory through Edmonton, Calgary, and the Okanagan.
|Try as I might, I couldn't convince dad to "Supersize"
his purchase to an R1200GSA.
|New electronics and fancy adjustable suspension
necessitated a cursory instruction from a sales associate.
"Bike on Tuesday" turned out to work mostly as intended, aside from an extended hike to the insurance agent's office to acquire registration and proper coverage for Brownie after signing the purchase agreement. The morning started with a nervous doubled ride on the back of Blondie as Dad coped with an additional heft in the northern region of 250lbs on his back seat, a stretched drive chain and a severely compressed rear suspension on Blondie due to an inaccurate resting sag adjustment. We arrived promptly at 7:55 AM and spent the next several hours waiting for negotiations, paperwork and financing to be completed before the bill-of-sale could be completed. Despite little preparation work save for a deposit and reservation being done, the transaction went relatively smoothly for a drop-in-and-buy motorcycle purchase. However, it was unfortunate that the dealership failed to have an arrangement with a mobile insurance agent, as the 5-block uphill hike in riding gear on a warm summer day wasn't a welcome while much-needed exercise break.
|Stopping for lunch in Port Renfrew after a nice scenic
drive around the southern tip of Vancouver Island.
After a day of riding and initial impressions on the ride from Victoria to Port Renfrew and back, we returned to Saanich and planned to drop the bikes off for services and parts-swapping the next day. The following day I suggested we acquire a rental car, as my suspicions were met when informed that Island BMW would need the bikes for at least two days, if not three, to perform the list of tasks Dad had set out for them.
|Our rental chariot, a Mazda 2.
We hoofed it over to a local Enterprise car rental and rented a sub-compact Mazda 2 hatchback, and managed to spend our time downtown shopping for a sleeping bag for myself, some camp supplies including bear spray, and a selection of breathable sports shirts from Value Village. Additionally, Dad purchased a pair of Sena 20S Bluetooth headsets from Adrenalin Motorsports, enabling us to communicate (in theory) more effectively than angry gestures while riding together.
|These boots have been all across North and South America,
and a large quantity of Australia. After over 200,000km,
these well-worn boots are nearing retirement.
|Bella applied the vinyl expertly as her apprentice and Dad looked on.
In the afternoon of the first day of service after returning from our shopping spree, we observed a local vinyl expert refurbishing a pair of hard luggage cases for a K1600GTL at Island BMW, and after some inquiry and negotiaions secured an installation date with Bella, otherwhise known as Vinyl Girl, to install a carbon-fiber wrap around the tankbag and knee section on Brownie. The entire process took about an hour, and left a finish that was indistinguishable from a factory applique.
|The vinyl wrap has proven to be very durable
after 10,000km. Here it is freshly applied.
Seeing two bikes heavily burdened with camping gear and belongings prompted what would be the first of many conversations with strangers intrigued by our motorcycle adventure. After a ferry ride to Tsawassen and an evening blast home to Chilliwack, we prepared for the next chapter in our journey; northbound to Dawson City, Yukon....
|Waiting for the bikes to be serviced, the selection of baggage
to be mounted for the trip to Chilliwack. Max gross weight?
|Playing tetris with baggage and exposing Brownie to her
first real load, and getting used to what the next
200,000km of riding with Redhed will likely entail.
|Loaded and strapped, ready to roll.
|"How long have you boys been on the road?"
- "About twenty minutes."


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7 Step Guide to Email Marketing for Small Business
7 Steps to Successful Email Marketing for Small Business
In a crowded marketplace, fitting in is a failure. In a busy marketplace, not standing out is the same as being invisible.
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Reach out to your existing customers via email. Discover how affordable, yet powerful, email marketing is.
Use email marketing to grow your business, expand your audience, and increase your profits.
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1. Growing Your Mailing List
In order to email to your customers, you have to collect their contact information first. You should aim to grow your email list each day. Make it easy for your audience to sign up for newsletters or further correspondence. The sign up box on your website needs to be above the fold, where new visitors can not miss it. There should also be a link to a sign up page in every correspondence email you send. There should also be plenty of ways for new customers to find that sign up box from all your social media profile pages.
2. The Power of the Subject Line
Use the subject line of your email messages to motivate your readers to open your emails. Ensure your subject line informs or inspires positive action. Keep your subject line as short as possible, yet compelling enough to prompt people to open the email. Be careful not to use terminology that might get flagged by the spam filters.
3. Being Compliant
If you want your messages to reach your intended target, you have to play by the rules. Remain within the guidelines of the Marketing Act of 2003. This act was implemented to keep business owners from spamming customers. If your messages are flagged, you run the risk of having your IP blacklisted by your service provide.
4. Developing Your Audience
Pay close attention to how your audience is interacting with your emails. Look to see which emails are getting the biggest responses. Continually aim to improve your campaigns. Pay close attention to what triggered a better response rate, and then go from there. Taking the time to review your email metrics will help you fine-tune your emails for maximum success.
5. Best Practices
Remember that the more images in your email message, the better response from readers. An effective email must be easy to read, well branded and visually engaging.
6. Keeping Things Simple
Keep things brief and then test until you find the perfect sized message that works for your unique audience. The key to success with email marketing is saying more with less words. Incorporate videos and high quality images to ensure success with your recipients.
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Just because the reader is finished with your email message, doesn't mean the communication has to end. Aim to keep the conversation going. Offer additional information and helpful advice.
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NIJMEGEN AREA, NETHERLANDS / ACCESSWIRE / September 25, 2018 / The global financial crisis led to a radical shift in manpower recruitment and engagement. Employment figures saw a steep fall due to massive layoffs. With no employer willing to focus on the conventional 9-5 long stretches of work and all its attendance demands, workers had no choice but to offer their skills and talents on-demand. Hopping from project to project without a cubicle to wall them in, freelancing took off as a profession.
Unfettered from the rigid, autocracy of the traditional work environment freelancers afforded employers an unprecedented level of mobility and access to talents without the fiduciary obligations. Workers could leverage their skills across a wide range of opportunities and maximize them all. In the wake of this, a new wave of initiatives was ushered in delivered by platforms seeking to directly connect freelancers with employment opportunities.
Online platforms opened up the gig and freelancing industry, turning it into a global industry that has become critical to the economy of many a nation. These platforms dramatically reduced the hassles and difficulties in locating employment opportunities through the creation of social networks for matching freelancers with employment offerings. Gone was the need for freelancers to be physically present for employment opportunities. Neither did they need to keep sending payment reminders to clients. Intermediaries will provide escrow for their funds and mediate contract engagement.
At least, that was initially intended as a promise in theory.
While it's undeniable that these freelancing platforms have improved communication and exposure to opportunities in the industry, the price the industry is currently paying for this mediation has started to take a toll on it and is threatening to stifle its growth.
Freelancers have been known to pay upwards of 25% of their pay in commission fees on some of the most popular platforms. Considering the fact that this fee is merely for connecting two parties together, appending some sort of malleable legal oversight to the engagement, and not contributing a quota to the execution of the job, this rate is more or less a rip-off.
With the horrors of the financial crisis still fresh in the minds of workers and its spectre something they have to keep contending with every day, there's now increasing demands from the $900 billion annual industry for solutions that will cut down on this rates, guarantee the exchange of values, and instantaneous settlement of services.
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Building on the core foundation of the Fourth Industrial Revolution - Artificial Intelligence, Big Data, and decentralization - Hiway is creating a platform that shatters all known boundaries and barriers to the recruitment process, lowering the costs of engagement and eliminating the trust issues that has crippled the industry for so long. Under the guardianship and technical prowess of industry veterans, Hiway is leveraging the blockchain and smart contracts to build a smart workforce marketplace where users don't need any human mediation to engage each other, thereby eliminating the cost of human mediation.
Instead of having users arbitrarily rate profiles to authenticate identity and reputation, Hiway will build a decentralized and immutable, online resume based on completed profiles and jobs. Employers will get the chance to review employees on their planning, deliverables and communication skills by creating an environment where people want to maintain the best possible service. This system will be immutable, verifiable and programmable through blockchain technology making system 'cheats' almost impossible
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Trail bikes can't usually "shred the gnarly stuff" and "climb with your XC buddies," but we're confident in saying that the Stumpjumper Expert ST 29 is totally capable of both. It combines precise handling, perfect suspension kinematics, and a complete abandon of proprietary nonsense with a slightly steeper geometry, less travel (130mm front/120mm rear), and 29-inch wheels to make it a true "do-it-all" trail bike.
Our design goal for the new Stumpjumper was simple—build the ultimate trail bike, one that feels telepathic. And it turns out that this feeling all comes down to stiffness. Think of it this way: when the frame's telling your hands one thing and your feet another, your brain gets confused with the imbalance and the bike feels unstable. In order to fix this, we had to get to work on dialing-in the materials, shapes, and the layout.
We started by creating our own mountain-specific stiffness test, and then we looked at the layout with Finite Element Analysis (FEA) to see where we could get the biggest stiffness improvements. This led to a big discovery: The Large and X-Large frames needed more front-end stiffness while the Smalls and Mediums were just fine. We were able to create a frame design that was 20% more efficient. And in the end, this proved to be one of the lightest trail frames on the market, today.
When designing the frame with the stiffness targets being a main goal, we developed a radical new sidearm design. The front-end and rear-end are connected at three points, and the sidearm helps keep all these points super stiff and connected, all while taking about 100 grams out of the rear-end. More explicitly, this minimizes frame flex when the rear suspension is active.
We continued down the suspension path with a custom Rx Trail Tune on both the fork and rear shock. Suspension performance is highly dependent on frame, wheel, and rider size, so we use our Rx Tune to get each bike to land in the middle of the adjustment spectrum, and this gives you the biggest possible range to fine-tune your ride. Another focal point of the tune was matching the suspension characteristics between wheel sizes—we developed a specific Rx Tune for each platform. So, no matter what wheel size you prefer, you'll get perfectly linear suspension.
Steps were also taken to make this bike easy to live with. Threaded bottom brackets make a triumphant return, and we made room for up to a 3.0" tire. You're also free to run whatever aftermarket rear shock you want, since we're using standard metric shocks. We revamped the SWAT™ box, too, making it sleeker, lighter, and with more volume. And customization is furthered with a Flip Chip that lets you to dial-in your Stumpy to your riding style. Switch it from High to Low and it drops your bottom bracket 6mm and slackens the head tube by half-a-degree. Little details also jump out to surprise you, like a newly designed ribbed chainstay protector that makes chain slap a thing of the past and nearly silences the drivetrain. Lastly, we seriously couldn't make cable routing any easier on carbon models. Full tubes can be found throughout the carbon frame, so all you have to do is push the cable and it'll come out the other end. No more lazy loop, hidden stashes of magnets, pokey spokes, or pillows to cry in.
For the build, you get a solid components package with a full SRAM GX1 Eagle drivetrain, SRAM Guide R disc brakes, RockShox Pike RC fork and a Deluxe RT3 rear shock (130/120mm of travel respectively), and Roval Traverse Carbon 29 wheels.
Primera Verdict
The New Short travel Stumpjumper takes the place of the camber and it is a breath of fresh air.
Sharing the frame of its longer travel models the ST offers a shorter travel option for a bike that can munch the miles but still rip down any trail you want it to.
We would recommend this bike for local riding around us in the south of England with rolling hills and endless miles of terrain to explore this bike copes with the distance you wanna ride but also offers the confidence when you want to descend as fast if not faster than your friends on bigger heavier bikes they had to lug to the top of the climb!
This bike is perfect for anyone wanting to get out and go mountain biking but also wants to dabble in some trail centres and getting airborne!
- The Stumpjumper ST's asymmetrical, FACT 11m carbon fiber construction is lightweight, stiff, and ready for technical climbs and rowdy descents. It's built off of our 29 Trail Geometry, so it's both capable and comfortable. And with SWAT™ integration in the down tube, a threaded BB, easy cable routing, and a brand new chain silencer, it's ready for anything the trail, or you, throw at it.
- With three different compression adjustments—open/pedal/lock—incredible damping performance, and our Rx Trail Tune, the RockShox Deluxe RT3 perfectly complements the Stumpjumper.
- RockShox's Pike is known for its trail performance, and the RC found here has stiff stanchions, a Charger damper, and plenty of sensitivity.
- Tech Specs
Frame FACT 11m, full carbon chassis and rear end, asymmetrical design, 29 Trail Geometry, SWAT™ Door integration, threaded BB, fully enclosed internal cable routing, 12x148mm dropouts, sealed cartridge bearing pivots, replaceable derailleur hanger, 120mm of tra Fork RockShox Pike RC, DebonAir, rebound / low-speed compression adjust, tapered steerer, 51mm offset, 15mm Maxle® Stealth thru-axle, 15x110mm Boost™, 130mm of travel Rear Shock RockShox Deluxe RT3, Rx Trail Tune, rebound and 3-position compression adjust, 190x42.5mm Stem Specialized Trail, forged alloy, 4-bolt, 5mm rise Handlebars Specialized Trail, 7050 alloy, 8-degree backsweep, 6-degree upsweep, 27mm rise, 780mm, 31.8mm clamp Grips Specialized Sip Grip, half-waffle, S/M: regular thickness, L/XL: XL thickness Front Brake SRAM Guide R, hydraulic disc, organic pads, Guide S4 4-piston caliper, 200mm rotor Rear Brake SRAM Guide R, hydraulic disc, organic pads, Guide S4 4-piston caliper, 180mm rotor Rear Derailleur SRAM GX Eagle, 12-speed Shifters SRAM GX Eagle, trigger, 12-speed Bottom Bracket SRAM GXP Cassette SRAM GX Eagle, 12-speed, 10-50t Chain SRAM GX Eagle, 12-speed w/ PowerLock® Crankset FC DESC 6K EAGLE B148 24MM 170 BLK 30, 30T Pedals Specialized Dirt Front Tyre Butcher, GRID Casing, GRIPTON® compound, 2Bliss Ready, 29x2.3" Rear Tyre Purgatory, GRID casing, GRIPTON® compound, 2Bliss Ready, 29x2.3" Inner Tubes Presta, 40mm valve Saddle Body Geometry Phenom Comp, Adaptive Edge design, hollow Cr-Mo rails, 143mm Seatpost Command Post IRcc, 16-position micro-height adjustable, two-bolt head, bottom mount cable routing, remote SRL lever, 34.9mm, S: 130mm, M/L/XL: 160mm of travel
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Primera Verdict
The New Short travel Stumpjumper takes the place of the camber and it is a breath of fresh air.
Sharing the frame of its longer travel models the ST offers a shorter travel option for a bike that can munch the miles but still rip down any trail you want it to.
We would recommend this bike for local riding around us in the south of England with rolling hills and endless miles of terrain to explore this bike copes with the distance you wanna ride but also offers the confidence when you want to descend as fast if not faster than your friends on bigger heavier bikes they had to lug to the top of the climb!
This bike is perfect for anyone wanting to get out and go mountain biking but also wants to dabble in some trail centres and getting airborne!
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UK orders are sent using Royal Mail Tracked 48, Royal Mail Recorded or Royal Mail letter post for small, light orders and Parcelforce for heavier, bulky orders. Please allow approx 2-3 days for delivery after the order has been despatched. Large and heavy items, e.g turbo trainers and work stands, will be sent by Parcelforce (UK Mainland only). Overseas orders are sent using Royal Mail International Signed For service and Royal Mail Airsure service (where permitting). Heavier items e.g. bicycles are sent using Parcelforce Worldwide. Delivery times will vary depending on destination, customs clearance, local postal service etc. Please allow up to 14 working days for delivery. Postage costs include Insurance for the value of the order. Bicycles sent within the UK are sent by Parcelforce 48 Hour Service.


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How Much Do Passport Photos Cost?
In order to get a new passport, visa, green card, or even renew your passport, you're going to need an approved-sized photo in order for your application to get accepted. There are many places where you can get your passport taken, including pharmacies, warehouse clubs, post offices and even some government buildings. The cost of one will really depend on where you go.
How much does a passport photo cost?
On average, a passport photo is going to cost anywhere from $4 to as much as $15 depending on the location. We were able to contact a few of the most popular places people receive their passport photos and imported the costs below. These costs are accurate as of February of 2017.
|about $8 for members and $12 for non-members
|Four passport photos for about $5.50. Remember, you will need a membership to shop here.
|2 photos will cost $13.99
|FedEx Office/Kinkos
|2 for $15
|Post Office (USPS)
|$15, but only a few will offer this service. Call or check website ahead of time to see if it can be done.
|Rite Aid
|2 photos for $8.99
|Sam's Club
|2 photos for $5.31
|Shoppers Drug Mart
|2 photos for $11
|Speciality Photographers
|$16 to $25
|2 photos for $10
|UPS Store
|2 for $12
|2 photos will cost $14.
|2 photos for $7.44
Passport photo overview
Most passport photos will be taken on the spot and can be processed in less than 15 minutes. No appointment is necessary at most retailer such as Costco, CVS, Walgreens, etc.
All passport photos must adhere to strict federal guidelines. All retailers will print two photos on a 4″x6″ sheet, but when cut, it will be 2″x2″, which will meet the government guidelines. Pictures will have easy to cut crop marks on the pictures.
There are several places you can get a photo taken. This includes shipping centers, membership warehouse clubs, pharmacies, retail stores, professional photography studios, the post office, passport offices and registered passport expediters.
Tips to know
If you're going to take the pictures on your own, know the dimensions. To know the requirements, refer to the U.S. Department of State official photo requirements page. Always refer to this page for documentation because there's a lot of falsified information floating around the web. At a minimum, most photos will specify a blank white background and a solid colored shirt with no logo or writing on it. Hats, scarves and anything else that may cover your head must be taken off during the photo as well.
How can I save money?
The cheapest way to take a passport photo is by downloading a phone app and taking the picture yourself. Once the picture is taken, email yourself the picture and upload the picture to a pharmacy's photo website. Pick up the print, and if done right, it could cost you less than $0.30 for six photos since you're able to fix six 2-by-2 photos on a 4-by-6. You can also download the picture to a thumb drive and take it to a local pharmacy printing kiosk to do it at the store. Keep in mind, however, that some pharmacies, such as CVS and Walgreens, may deny you if they assume you're using it for a passport photo as it's against their company policy. With this being said, do it at your own risk.
Sometimes, you can find a coupon on the official website if you look on the passport photo page. For example, at the time of this writing, CVS had a $2 off passport photo coupon, bringing the costs down to $11.99 instead of $13.99.
Printing your photos on your own isn't hard at all and can be done very easily at home. Even if you don't use a local retailer, you can always upload your photos to an online website, who will be more than happy to print them for less than $1. Popular passport photo online companies include epassportphoto.com and mypassportphotos.com. You can also see other options written on this WiseBread.com page.
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LEED® (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) was created by the US Green Building Council as a voluntary system, based on quantifiable metrics of the highest standards in the world for Sustainable building. LEED® has become the most popular and recognized standard system for sustainable building. When someone tells you that a project is LEED® certified, you know that a lot of sustainable practices were applied to the process, design and construction. If a person is accredited LEED®, it shows that he / she is an expert in one or more of the different sustainable building systems.
What does LEED® mean?
Means Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design
What is LEED® AP?
It means LEED® Accredited Professional (acronym AP). Passing a series of complex exams, a LEED® AP has demonstrated that he or she understands the principles and concepts of the LEED® building. By becoming a LEED® AP, the person is able to manage a LEED® project from start to finish and you can also get extra points, automatically by any LEED® project, just by being part of the team.
I want to certify LEED® – Can you tell me how to get LEED® certification?
Only buildings can be certified LEED®. Professionals are LEED® accredited at two possible levels: Green Associate (GA) and Accredited Professional (AP). To become a LEED® AP, you must pass both the Green Associate (LEED®) and Accredited Professional LEED® exams are administered through your local Prometric Testing Center and the application process is handled by the Green Building Certification Institute (GBCI). Prometric is a global assessment organization that offers computer testing at thousands of locations.
I would like to certify my LEED® building – Can you tell me how to get LEED® certification?
Only buildings can be certified LEED® and materials can meet certain characteristics that make them environmentally preferable. If you are interested in learning more about this, we can put you in touch with our team of experts in the field.
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Reigns invites you to be a king of inconsequential actions
If the 2016 US presidential election has shown us anything, it's that politics is almost by design ruthless and unsavory. Though this is nothing new to most – few sentiments are as near universal across America as a disenfranchisement with the political machine – this election has proven exceptionally messy, sparking across the country a mood that in some ways approximate a mini civil war. There is no compromise, no understanding; only two sides with a widening gap in between. If keeping supporters happy is a difficult task for political leaders, appeasing everyone is utterly off the table. The best that can be hoped for is for this tension to hold, lest it break and plunge our country into even further anarchy. It is into this tumultuous environment that Reigns – a new mobile game from indie developer Nerial – was released back in August. Casting you as a recently crowned king, Reigns presents you with a court of forever discontent peoples, be they peasants or generals or priests. Tasked with fielding their requests, your job, it quickly becomes apparent, is not that of a benevolent ruler but one of self-preservation.
What is so startling about Reigns is how easily it causes you to forfeit any notion of morality. When I first began swiping through the proposals and pleas of my populace (Reigns employs a Tinder-esq, left-right swiping system for approving or rejecting people), I opted for the choices that, in short, made me feel good. I was determined, in my naivety, to be a "good" ruler who cared more for his people than profits and the violent spreading of ideologies. It became fast apparent, however, that Reigns was not designed with altruism behind, but rather envisions a ruthless political balancing act where your own concern should be what keeps you on the throne.
Like our present day political system, it is impossible to survive in Reigns without getting dirty. There are four major pillars of society in Reigns – the citizens, the army, the economy, and the church – and satisfying the often wildly divergent interests of these pillars becomes a literal matter of life or death. The only real "goal" of Reigns is to stay on the throne for as many years as possible, and failing to balance the needs and wants of all of your citizens will inevitably lead to your removal and subsequent death. Neglect the church and godless heathens will overthrow the kingdom. Allow the economy to grow too much and merchants will seize control, pushing you out. Politics in "Reigns" then becomes a game of numbers, each request considered not for its ethical worth but how it will alter the balance of power.
What Reigns lacks is humanity
On the surface, then, Reigns is both an incredibly cynical and comical view of politics. The idea that self-interest fuels every political event is a grim, if easily accepted notion, but at the same time Reigns is not so serious as to ignore the dark comedy of politics gone wrong. "Reigns" aesthetics, for example, feature cartoonish low-poly caricatures of each political figure, and the writing of each card is always presented with a self-aware wit. For example, a general came to me at one point to nonchalantly ask if we "should burn Lamascus and kill all the population," as casually as if we were discussing what to have for dinner.
As a darkly charming extrapolation of the transparent and invisible politics that govern society, then, Reigns is an undeniable success. There is a gleeful satisfaction to be had in placing yourself within the role of a morally bankrupt ruler, essentially acting as both a chance to show people how you would "do things better," without requiring you to actually follow that line of thinking past your own self-interests. You are the master of your own destiny and your kingdom subject to your command, right up until your people decide to hold an impromptu execution with your head on the agenda.
What Reigns lacks, however, and what ultimately prevents it from rising above petty amoral entertainment, is humanity. Because Reigns only considers numbers rather than context, your actions are trivialized by being reduced to a weight on an arbitrary scale. In one run I accidentally raised my citizen's happiness bar too high, which then resulted in an angry mob storming the castle. It didn't matter if I was leading my kingdom into prosperity of poverty, when the bars got too low or too high the gig was up. The only way to be a good ruler in Reigns it would seem, is to ensure everyone is universally apathetic. Not because the game is implying unhappiness and happiness are equally prone to anarchy – Reigns social commentary is surface level at best – but because there are not people at play in this world. Only cold, exacting numbers.
Final Word
Reigns preeminent problem is in its inability to graft its mechanical systems to its fiction. The context of your actions is so completely divorced from their outcomes as to render the whole affair absurd. Because it is not enough to simply replicate the gears of the political machine without understanding what moves them. Reigns posits a view of politics divorced from context or meaning, where the wants and needs of the public are both all that matters and entirely dismissible. As a satirical political simulation, Reigns is good for a few guilty laughs. But politics is nothing without the people behind the numbers, an understanding "Reigns" fails to grasp leaving it emotionally hollow and decidedly tedious.


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Community National Bank was organized in 1851 as the Peoples Bank, and was subsequently reorganized as the National Bank of Derby Line in 1865. In 1975, the bank acquired the Island Pond National Bank and changed its name to Community National Bank.
The Peoples Bank founded in Derby Line, VT.
The Peoples Bank converts to national charter and becomes the National Bank of Derby Line.
National Bank of Derby Line obtains trust powers.
The first branch office opens in Derby, VT. Total bank assets of $10.2 million.
The National Bank of Derby Line acquires the Island Pond National Bank and changes its name to Community National Bank (CNB).
Main office relocates from Derby Line to Derby, VT. Total bank assets of $39.6 million.
CNB opens a new office in Barton, VT in the C&C supermarket.
CNB introduces its exclusive Weekly Payment Mortgage.
Community Bancorp., our bank holding company, is formed.
CNB opens a new office in Newport, VT in Fedele's grocery store.
Barton office outgrows grocery store and relocates to current location.
CNB opens a new office in Troy, VT.
"Community Circle", our seniors' program, is launched.
Total bank assets of $143.9 million at year-end.
CNB introduces first "Community Booster Loan" program.
Major addition to Derby office is completed.
CNB acquires first ATM.
Island Pond office relocates to historic railroad station.
CNB offers Telephone Banking.
Business Circle is started.
CNB opens its first office in Caledonia County at the new Price Chopper in St. Johnsbury.
CNB inaugurates Community Service Award Program.
The CNB debit card is introduced.
Totally Kids Club™ is started.
Totally Kids Club™ wins national award.
"Community Circle" celebrates 10th anniversary with over 2700 members.
Newport office relocates to new state office building.
CNB becomes a certified NHFA lender.
CNB NetXpress Internet Banking offered.
CNB becomes a partner of America's Promise.
CNB wins a national "Action Award" from ABA's Center for Community Development.
CNB is Y2K compliant.
Total bank assets of $232 million.
CNB celebrates 150-year anniversary.
CNB opens first office in Washington County and Central VT at 95 State St. in Montpelier, VT.
CNB wins the Governor's Award for Outstanding Community Service.
Community Financial Service Group, LLC, a trust company equally owned by Community National Bank, The National Bank of Middlebury and Guaranty Bancorp. and the holding company of Woodsville Guaranty Savings Bank, is formed.
CNB opens Barre office at 316 North Main St.
The 2004 Expansion plans for a new operations center at the Derby office is initiated.
Plans to expand the Derby office are underway.
The Derby office expansion is completed.
CNB's lending team receives the USDA Rural Development Lender of the Year Award.
CNB's lending team receives the USDA Rural Development Lender of the Year Award for the second year running.
TK and the Totally Kids Club™ celebrate 10 years of teaching children how to save.
August 2, 2007, CNB announces plans to acquire LyndonBank.
As of the close of business on December 31, 2007, LyndonBank merges with and into Community National Bank.
"Community Circle" celebrates their 20th anniversary at the Jay Peak Resort.
CNB offers E-statements as an alternative to paper statements.
CNB releases an entirely updated website.
CNB enters social media by joining Facebook and Twitter.
CNB initiates the implementation of Document Imaging for electronic delivery, storage and retrieval of documents.
CNB updates the E-statement delivery channel and includes electronic delivery of notices in addition to statements.
CNB is getting ready to launch Mobile Banking.
A bank store containing CNB branded items is made available for purchase by employees and customers.
CNB offers Mobile Banking.
CNB launches a mobile version of their website.
CNB upgrades Telephone Banking services.
"Community Circle" celebrates their 25th anniversary with celebrations held in all CNB offices.
CNB is awarded as the 2013 Vermont SBA Third Party Lender of the Year.
CNB implements demand deposit account opening online through the public Web site and NetXpress Internet Banking.
CNB's mission, vision and values statements are updated


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Treat yourself to total relaxation by visiting some of the most natural and serene outdoor spa areas in Iceland. Take in the wonderful lake views at the intimate Fontana Spa, enjoy the healing properties of the silica muds in the Blue Lagoon.
Trip includes:
Return Direct Flights from Dublin - Reykjavik
20kgs checked in luggage per person
Return airport transfers
4 nights in the 4* hotel B&B basis
Full day guided Golden Circle coach tour including a stop at Laugarvatn Fontana
Entrance to Laugarvatn Fontana Geothermal Baths with a taste of rye bread cooked in the Geothermal Bakery
Non-guided coach tour to Blue Lagoon including bathing fee to the Blue lagoon & towel.
Iceland is the ideal spa destination. From natural bathing spots to high-quality swimming pools and spas, its pure geothermal waters are a gift from nature.
If you're looking to immerse yourself in Iceland's sensational spa culture and witness spouting geysers and majestic waterfalls, then this remarkable getaway to nature and wellness is the perfect fit for you!
During a 4 day spa city break you'll visit Reykjavik, Iceland's capital, with its crisp air, geothermal pools and dynamic people and join a Golden Circle guided tour taking you to 'The Big Three': Gullfoss waterfall, Geysir hot springs and the breathtaking Thingvellir National Park.
To make sure your body and mind feel relaxed at all times, we've included a relaxing dip in the Fontana Steam bath during your Golden Circle tour, and added a healing experience in the world-famous Blue Lagoon.
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WASHINGTON – Washington Redskins defensive tackle Albert Haynesworth has been charged with misdemeanor sexual abuse for allegedly fondling his server's breast at a Washington hotel.
A grand jury indicted Haynesworth on Tuesday. The waitress' allegations have been reported by the media after the alleged incident in February. If convicted, the 29-year-old Haynesworth faces up to six months in jail and a fine of up to $1,000.
According to the U.S. attorney's office, the government's evidence shows Haynesworth slid a credit card down the front of the server's dress and fondled her breast.
Telephone and e-mail messages left for Haynesworth's agent, Chad Speck, were not immediately returned. Speck has previously said there was no truth to the allegations.
Associated Press sports reporter Joseph White contributed to this report.


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Campus Theatre During Oaktopia Is Going to Be Lit
Get hyped, Denton! Oaktopia is bringing an epic creative arts experience that includes films, comedy, and video gaming. The Campus Theatre is hosting several showcases with some being available to those without a wristband for the music portion of the fest. Here are the details on what Oaktopia has booked.
THURSDAY 11 pm - Purple Rain: A Special Screening
We're all missing one of the most amazing musicians to grace the Earth. If you've never experienced Prince in concert, this is a damn good way to make up for what you missed. Purple Rain is a rock musical made in 1984 that's the perfect vehicle to showcase Prince's talents. The show begins after Petty Fest at 11 pm. - Mateo Granados
FRIDAY 5 pm - Granatum Short Films Showcase
Hollywood blockbusters got you down? Indie film babes, rejoice! Oaktopiafest continues to up the ante by including indie films along with the local and national music talent. Granatum is back for the second time this year, and we couldn't be more excited to see what's being shown this time! (FULL DISCLOSURE: Dentonite Arts Editor Mateo Granados is the founding creative director of Granatum)
Granados curates selections of award-winning local films created in Denton or the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex alongside more prominent films made in Austin, San Antonio, and Los Angeles. Much like the homegrown feel of Oaktopia, Granatum is sure to make you proud of Little D. Selections include films shown at Tribeca Film Festival, Austin Gay and Lesbian Film Fest, and Sundance 2016. This round will feature two music video premieres from Dark Rooms and Summer Salt, both of which are playing the festival. The community of makers showing their work, from horror to comedy and everything in-between, is what makes Denton so special.
Make sure you make it to the Campus Theatre at 5 pm (or early to grab a good seat) on Friday. Granados will be there, metaphorical torch in hand, showing you the talent that Denton cultivates. Plus, it's free y'all--that means no wristbands required! Be advised that Granatum's content is not family-friendly. - Alex Cole
Quince dir. by Cristina Gonzalez (*World Premiere)
Of Gods and Bells dir. by Alexia Salingaros (*Best Originality - America I Am Youth Competition, Tribeca Film Festival)
Still Forms - dir. by Wesley Kirk (video concept featuring music by Leoncarlo)
**it Happens dir. by Jesse Acosta (Official Selection - Barcelona Planet Film Festival)
Spunkle dir. by Lisa Donato (Official Selection - Austin Gay and Lesbian Film Fest)
Thunder Road dir. by Jim Cummings (*Grand Jury Prize -Sundance 2016)
When Cary Met Carrie dir. by Samantha McDanel (*Grand Jury Prize - UNT Short Film Club 48-Hour Film Race)
Blindsided dir. by Brian James Fozkos (*Best Horror/Thriller Short - Forth Worth Indie Film Showcase)
Betty - dir. by Rudy Cervantez (Official Selection - Women Texas Film Festival)
FRIDAY 8:30 pm - Denton Black Film Festival Showcase
As the community grows, it's important to share different cultures in a way that forms bridges. In January of 2014, the Denton Black Film Festival launched with that purpose in mind. Their motto is to educate, entertain, and inspire. By showcasing stories made by black filmmakers, they are able to connect audiences with independent and culturally relevant productions. DBFF is presented by the Denton African American Scholarship Foundation, a 501 C nonprofit.
During their showcase 4 films will be presented. Chris's Briss and Voices Thrown Silent are comedies while Black Girl in Paris and Zoo (Volkershau) are drama stories. Director Paul Armstrong will be in attendance to answer questions about his mockumentary, Voices Thrown Silent. Local artist and writer Shay Youngblood will also be in attendance as she wrote the book adapted for Black Girl In Paris.
Denton Black Film Festival has done great things to encourage cultural diversity in this town by utliziing that magical power of storytelling. The DBFF showcase begins at 8:30 pm in the Campus Theatre. Be sure to like their Facebook page to stay up to date on when they host their next festival. After expenses all proceeds from the main DBFF event are given to academically deserving black high school students in Denton ISD. Be advised the showcase at Oaktopia contains mature content.
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Chris's Briss dir. by Delmar Washington
Chris wants to marry Dara, but Dara's rabbi father won't marry them unless Chris converts to Judaism - which means getting circumcised.
Black Girl in Paris written and directed by Kiandra Parks. Based on a novel by Shay Youngblood
When a down on her luck aspiring writer runs out of money after moving to Paris, she meets a street-smart prostitute who takes her on a whirlwind adventure of passion, self-discovery and uninhibited sexual freedom. Based on the novel by local artist and Denton resident, Shay Youngblood
Zoo (Volkerschau) written and directed by Monda Raquel Webb
*Excellence Award International Film Festival for Women
Zoo (Volkerschau) is a period piece, set in 1958 Berlin, Germany and Brussels, Belgium. The short is based on a day at the World's Fair Exhibit of Volkerschau, a "human zoo", from the point of view of a 7 year old African Girl, and a 7 year old German Girl. "Zoo" celebrates freedom, explores perceived beauty and dreams deferred. It is a quiet dialogue that coolly observes humanity, unapologetically uncovers a loss of innocence, puts a magnifying glass on mother-daughter relationships, and looks racism in its ugly eyes.
Voices Thrown Silent written and directed by Paul Armstrong
A mockumentary about Sam and Sarah, ventriloquists who've never met but share the same problem: they practice interracial ventriloquism in an intolerant society. -MG
FRIDAY 10:30 pm - Joketopia
The comedy wave is still high and it's crashing the Oaktopia party with a few of the more active comedians in Denton. Difficult decisions were made by the E. Third group as they have a pool of up to 80 comedians to consider. E. Third is a house venue that has been feverishly booking comedy + music events, and the comedy scene is benefitting from the fact that additional venues are inviting comedians to perform. Organizer Taylor Higginbotham remarks, "the comedy scene comes and goes but the talent is always there. It comes back when someone's booking."
The showcase should begin around 10:30 pm as the final act on the main stage closes. The theatre is a short walking distance away, and it's the only night of Oaktopia that audiences can close the night out with a laugh. The booked comedians are often seen practicing their jokes at local open mic nights, and they're sure to bring their best stuff for Oaktopia. - MG
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SATURDAY 12:00 pm - Let's Play Gaming Expo
On top of all that, Oaktopia has welcomed the Let's Play Gaming Expo to provide a competitive gaming experience. 3 gaming tournaments will be held on the final day of Oaktopia. It begins with a Smash tournament on WiiU with a $250 cash prize for each of the top 3 players. Additionally there will be casual tournaments for Double Dash on Gamecube and Maddon on PS4. To sign up, you only need to be an Oaktopia attendee.
Outside of Oaktopia, the LPGE is an annual event that provides an expansive experience to bring together dedicated gamers. Their main event features both retro and modern gaming consoles. We heard head of street team Eddie Kautsch isn't permitted to play, so that means anyone has a chance to win these tournaments. The event begins at noon and gamers may bring their own controller. -MG
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In a dog eat dog world of canine educators and trainers, PUP came to Watershed wanting to stay ahead of the pack.
The pupwellness.com website was developed to create a platform for Zoe Quinn Phillips to showcase her unique talents and credentials, while providing her with all of the functionality of a custom CMS to keep the website fresh and current. The site was launched with a leading edge marketing campaign that set PUP ahead of the curve. The campaign captured the quirkiness of the misbehaved dog and grounded it in the expertise of one of Quebec's foremost dog trainers.
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Users of the Donor Central online fund management system will notice a new look and updated features following an upgrade by the software company that created the system.
The updated site not only looks more attractive, but it should be easier for users to access the most pertinent information with fewer steps. It also has a new feature that uses a bar-chart graphic format to show donors at a glance how much they are supporting their charitable interests relative to each other.
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Kanye West has turned a new leaf in his life and career.
E! News exclusively learned the rapper is "doing much better with balancing his life" overall following his breakdown from exhaustion in November that led to his hospitalization.
We're told that, more than anything these days, Kanye's focus remains on his relationship with Kim Kardashian and their kids, North West and Saint West.
"He has really shown up for a Kim in many ways," our insider explained, noting that he showcases his love her all the time. "He [shows that] he values her as a mother and wife."