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Archive - 2011
Toronto native Kabongo touted as NBA material
December 30th
Big Ten Blog
Player of the Week
Keith Appling, Michigan State
Appling, the Spartans' 6-foot-1 point guard, was told by coach Tom Izzo to be more assertive offensively before Wednesday's game against Indiana. It paid off in a big way as Appling took over in the second half during a 20-0 Michigan State run that gave the Hoosiers their first loss, 80-65. Of Appling's career-high 25 points, 19 came in the second half.
Appling has always been given high marks for his defense, and he brought that side of his game Wednesday as well, making a highlight-reel block on Victor Oladipo's fast-break layup with 1:56 remaining that kept the Hoosiers from coming within seven. (Watch the block here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GYlY4CN6Uok)
The Detroit native out of Pershing High School has started to understand what Izzo demands from his point guards. He's nearly tripled his assists, (3.6 to 1.3 last year), doubled his point output (12.1 to 6.4 last year) and is his shot attempts per game have nearly doubled. He's already surpassed his assist total from last year despite averaging just five more minutes per game this season.
One of the best on-ball defenders in the Big Ten is suddenly a legitimate threat to run you out of the gym. He's not afraid to drive to the basket and gets to the free-throw line nearly five times per game. He's 21-of-22 in the past two games and 29-of-33 (87.8 percent) in the past five.
Who's Hot
Meyers Leonard, Illinois
The 7-foot-1 sophomore center has posted double-doubles in the past three games, including a 20-point, 11-rebound performance Tuesday in the Illini's 81-72 win in double overtime against Minnesota. He now has five double-doubles this season after not having one in his first 36 college games. He's looked impressive going to the hoop on the dribble and being available for ridiculous alley-oops near the basket. He still needs to cut down on the turnovers, though, as he's given the ball away more than three times per game in the past four, including five against the Gophers.
William Buford and Jared Sullinger, Ohio State
Sullinger had 17 points and 14 rebounds as the Buckeyes might have seriously damaged Northwestern's psyche with a 87-54 blowout on Wednesday. Sullinger went 7-of-11 from field and hit his third 3-pointer of the season. He only played 22 minutes because of foul trouble. Him and Deshaun Thomas each had four offensive rebounds as Ohio State posted a 48-28 rebounding edge.
Buford went off for 28 points and nine rebounds against Northwestern, hitting 5-of-7 3-pointers and 5-of-5 on free throws. The ultimate lead-by-example senior hasn't missed a free throw since Nov. 25, making his last 21. He's the conference's fifth-leading scorer at 16.6 points per game, has scored in double figures in 12 of 14 games and is third at 86.3 percent from the free-throw line. His 2.2 assist-to-turnover ratio can't be overlooked, either.
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December 29th
Mid Major Blog
Player of the Week
Alex Young, IUPUI, SG, Senior, 6-6 212 lbs.
This hopeful first round NBA Draft prospect has led IUPUI (6-8) to four consecutive victories, including a 97-88 win over Valparaiso (8-5) this past week. In that game, Young finished with 27 points (8-19 shooting), 5 rebounds, 6 assists, 3 steals and 2 blocks. He played efficiently and took good shots throughout the contest. For the season, Young sits at 20.1 PPG, 6.6 RPG, 2.0 APG, 1.3 SPG and 1.0 BPG on 42.0 FG% and 82.8 FT%. His three-point shooting ability could use some improvement (33.3 3P%), but Young is playing excellent basketball right now.
Who's Cold?
Wesley Witherspoon, Memphis, F, Senior, 6-9 210 lbs.
Witherspoon has found his name under this label twice so far this season, mainly due to his tendency to disappear in games and not live up to his potential. Entering the season Witherspoon was widely viewed as a potential second round NBA Draft prospect, but his draft stock has plummeted significantly through 11 games this season as he is producing 5.7 PPG, 3.8 RPG, 1.0 APG, 1.0 SPG and 40.9 FG% for Memphis (6-5). As a sophomore in 2009-10, Witherspoon scored 12.5 PPG and as a junior his scoring declined to 9.0 PPG. This year his scoring has declined further to 5.7 PPG. There is no doubting his athletic ability or his potential to affect opponents on the defensive end of the court; however, his most recent performances have left scouts asking for more. In Memphis' past four games, Witherspoon has averaged 2.3 PPG and 2.5 RPG.
NCAA Daily Links
December 29, 2011
Welcome college basketball fans, hope you got some good action in last night, because there was a lot of it! We had a couple of teams get their first loss, while a couple more kept their records unblemished. We will start off with a game that had a large number of NBA scouts in the house to top off our NCAA Daily:
#6 Baylor Off To Best Start In School History After Beating #15 Mississippi State
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College hoops predictions for 2012
December 28th
2011-12 Citta di Roma Tournament Day 1
By Alexander Kaftan
54 Virtus Roma-63 Fenerbahçe Istanbul
Anthony Davis is NEXT
December 27th
ACC Blog
Player of the Week
Mike Scott
I don't know how many of you foresaw the Virginia Cavaliers cracking the top-25 AP rankings this season, but it actually happened last week. Point guard Jontel Evans, sophomore Joe Harris and sharp-shooter Sammy Zeglinski are all doing their part in this unexpectedly strong start to the season, and deserve their due credit. However, there is little doubt that the MVP of the 11-1 Cavaliers (currently the best record among ACC teams) is super-senior Mike Scott. The star power forward for Virginia has been particularly hot as of late, averaging 22.3 points per game over the last week, including a 33 point outburst against Seattle on Wednesday. In fact, he's scored a total of 50 points in his last two games, in a combined 52 minutes. More impressive than that, however, is his efficiency over his last five games. Scott is shooting 81.0% from the floor in the month of December. That is not a typo. He's made 34 of the 42 shots he's taken this month. He's also made both of his three-point attempts and 84.8% of his free-throws. With these kind of numbers, it's no wonder the Cavs are surging. While he can't play like this forever, Virginia seems like they could be just as competitive of a team in conference play this year. They have great size, good depth and a ridiculously efficient double-double machine in Mike Scott. They'll play at home against Miami on January 7th, and then get tested at Duke on the 12th.
Glen Rice Jr
The Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets won't be very intimidating to anybody in the ACC, but Glen Rice Jr. is quietly having season that teams should be taking note of. The 6'5" guard (and son of former NBA all-star, Glen Rice) is averaging 20.0 points on 56.5% shooting with 10.5 rebounds in his last two games. He's primarily been known as a defender during his career at Georgia Tech, but with Iman Shumpert having left for the NBA, we're getting to see Rice take on more scoring responsibility. What's really impressive is that this new role hasn't changed the way he approaches the game. He hustles, plays hard, attacks the glass and is a dynamic defender regardless of whether he's the first option on offense (like this season) or just a role-player off the bench (like in his freshman campaign). So regardless of how successful his team is over the next two seasons, you should expect to hear Rice's name in NBA draft discussions. There will always be room for players like him on a roster.
December 26th
NCAA Daily Links
December 27, 2011
Welcome college basketball fans, hope you all had a fantastic Christmas! I know mine was filled with a lot of NBA action, which was just incredible to have back. There were not to many college basketball games that went on in the mean time, but I still have some solid news for you in this edition of NCAA Daily:
SEC Blog
Player of the Week
Brad Beal, Florida
Beal has often been the best player on the court for the 11th ranked Gators, despite relatively unspectacular shooting for his standards. His versatility at 6'3, strength and defensive aptitude have been early season calling cards. He's now starting to heat up from the perimeter- a scary proposition for Florida's SEC opponents. Beal connected on 11/22 from the field and 7/12 three-pointers last week in wins over Mississippi Valley State and in-state rival Florida State for 17 PPG. He continues to rebound the rock at a fever pace, adding two more 6 board efforts to his 6.3 season clip. The thievery has not halted either with a 3-steal game versus FSU. His 36% from deep and 70% from the FT line will assuredly take an upwards spike as the year progresses. Thursday at Rutgers is the next test for Beal and the Gators.
Who's Hot
Arnett Moultrie, Mississippi State
The Bulldogs have reeled off 11-straight W's and stand atop the SEC at 12-1. Moultrie has been the catalyst. He notched his 4th consecutive double-double in impressive fashion during an 82-67 win over Northwestern State, scoring 24 points (8/11 FG & 8/8 FT), grabbing 14 rebounds (a ridiculous 11 offensive boards) and handing out 4 helpers. Other than block shots, the UTEP transfer has done EVERYTHING. He's no longer playing in a hurry, and as a result his athleticism and motor on the interior have been accompanied by efficiency: 18 PPG, 12 RPG, 58% FG, 88% FT and 1 SPG. Dee Bost is the Bulldogs engine, but Moultrie is the anchor.
Gerald Robinson, Georgia
Georgia's number one playmaker continues to play solid ball. In home triumphs over Mercer and Furman he averaged 16.5 points on 52% FG (11/21) and 9/10 FT makes. He dished out 9 assists against 4 turnovers, a ratio far superior to his 3.4:2.8 season mark. Robinson shoots 80% from the free throw stripe and is clearly at his best when attacking, yet for whatever reason phases in and out of aggression. The Bulldogs and their inept offense would greatly benefit from more opportunities at free points.
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Un ganador ha sido elegido entre 92 diseños de 18 diseñadores freelance.
IT Guidebooks/CRM Guidebooks - Helping you choose the right IT solution for your busines
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Millions Left Dead in Katrina's Wake
In early August, 250,000 egg-laying hens were killed in a fire at a Michigan factory farm. Sadly, this number pales in comparison to the animal fatalities caused by Hurricane Katrina at the end of the month. In addition to wildlife, companion and laboratory animals who drowned, reports indicate millions of farm animals died during the storm, and more were slaughtered or expected to die due to disease.
The vast majority who died were chickens raised for meat in confinement systems. Like the hens left to burn up in the fire, these animals were abandoned when disaster struck—and are commonly referred to as "live inventories" or forgotten. Responsible farming calls for a disaster management plan that places importance on the animals' welfare.
Antibiotics Overuse Spurs Resistance
Drug resistance due to indiscriminate use of antibiotics in both animals and humans in Asia has fueled the spread of a pig-borne disease in humans living in southwest China since late June. Usually rare in humans and easily treated, streptococcus suis infected over 200 people in Sichuan province by mid-August, killing almost 20 percent of reported cases.
Meanwhile, avian influenza continues to flourish, largely due to the weakened immune systems of birds raised for meat who are force-fed mass quantities of antibiotics and housed together in cramped sheds. More than 60 people have died after contracting the virus, and officials have culled at least 140 million birds as a result.
Insecticide Causes Birds to Fall from the Sky
Famphur, sold under the trade name Warbex, is an organophosphorus insecticide associated with bird die-offs; numerous dead magpies, robins and hawks have been discovered after treating cattle with dermal applications of the drug. The chemical can remain on cattle hair for over 90 days, posing a serious risk to birds who perch on the backs of cattle or ingest their hair. Secondary and tertiary poisoning of eagles and other raptors feeding on famphur-killed wildlife have also been documented.
A federal district court in Georgia recently sentenced Kahn Cattle Co. for violating the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act and the Migratory Bird Treaty Act. The conviction stemmed from an incident in Jan. 2003 in which state law enforcement officials responded to White, Ga. resident reports that birds were "falling from the sky" and concluded that famphur-laced corn had been spread around the Kahn farm. They collected 3,326 dead birds, including several owl species, blackbirds, geese, crows, cardinals and blue jays. Many more likely went undiscovered.
Monsanto's Roundup: Deadly to Frogs
A new study says the agricultural biotechnology corporation Monsanto's popular herbicide Roundup is highly lethal to frogs. University of Pennsylvania researcher Rick Relyea has shown Roundup kills tadpoles at concentrations lower than those previously tested, and 98 percent died within three weeks. His experiments also prove the chemical's effects are not diminished by the presence of soil, and it killed 79 percent of adult frogs in only one day. Almost 113 million pounds of Roundup are used on farms each year, and the herbicide often drifts to small wetlands, putting the future of frogs in many areas in jeopardy.


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Grand Canadian plus Calgary Stampede Vacations
For 18 - 35 Young Professionals, Singles and Students
Vacation Overview
From big city buzz to the great outdoors, it's all here. Start off by exploring Boston & New York in the US before diving into Canada. Cross the border into quaint Quebec then spend a few nights in Montreal & Toronto. After the city action, fly west for a dose of coastal charm & natural wonders, including the Rockies & Vancouver's cool vibe. And then on top of all of that, hit up the world famous Calgary Stampede! Men & women race in tall boots & hats, ride bulls at the rodeo & have an all around outrageous time.
Vacation Itinerary
Vacation Day 1 - New York to Boston
Meet up with your 18-35 crew and Trip Manager in New York City, before we hit the road and drop by Providence, Rhode Island's capital city. Next up is Boston. Home to the Red Sox (the famous baseball team), many creative thinkers and historic rebels, this thriving university town is soaked in history and packed with things to do. Your Trip Manager will introduce the group to Boston's core spots. You'll see Boston Common – the city's oldest park – and the historic Quincy Market & Faneuil Hall, which served as a meeting place for those wanting independence from England and for slavery to end. Get to know your crew and Trip Manager over dinner tonight, before exploring more of the city in a fun night out. With everything from indie bands to nightclubs, there's something for everyone.Hotel (D)
Vacation Day 2 - Boston
With a full day here, you'll get a feel for this user-friendly city, which is easy to explore on foot. In your free time, walk through a living time line and follow Boston's famous Freedom Trail, which takes you past 2 and a half centuries of history. Learn about Boston's rebellious role on its road to independence as you explore the cobbled lanes and historic hot spots. Discover more of Boston. Pound the pavements or choose our optional Hop-on-Hop-off trolley tour and cover more of the city. You'll get the background on Boston's famous Tea Party, when Boston citizens threw tons of tea into the harbor in protest against the British Crown. Head back to Faneuil Hall & Quincy Market for a bit of souvenir shopping and a dose of history. Dubbed the "Cradle of Liberty" this famous brick building has played a key role in the city for over 250 years. Check out the stalls loaded with New England's crafts, pick up some Boston-made items and order some local food at a push cart eatery or restaurant. For a bit of the local lifestyle, take in the waterfront by following the Haborwalk. Made up of 62.8 km (39miles) of paths weaving through diverse neighborhoods, it is a great way to experience Boston's maritime flavor and see its working ports in action. Get into the city's café culture on Italian flavored Hanover Street in Boston's oldest residential district. Sip on a cappuccino as you take in the city's iconic brick architecture. If you just want to relax, kick back with the locals and people-watch in one of the nine parks that make up the city's "Emerald Necklace". You could return to Boston Common, where public hangings took place in the old days, – now it's a great place to hang out. Hotel (B)
Vacation Day 3 - Boston to Quebec City
Wind down on the coach, plug in your MP3 and watch the wilderness of Maine unfold from your window. Keep an eye open for it fresh-water lakes, beautiful scenery and wildlife like moose, beavers, foxes and birds. Maybe even practice your French phrases as we cross the border into Canada. We continue on to North America's French flavored core, Quebec, and experience a slice of old Europe. Founded in the 17th century, this is the only city in Canada or the USA that has its original city walls, making it the only walled-city in North America. Hotel (D, B)
Vacation Day 4 - Quebec City
Step back in time in Quebec's old-town as your Local Guide opens up the UNESCO World Heritage listed center. As you walk through this open-air museum, complete with cobbled streets and 17th century stone houses you'll learn about its history. With free time, discover more of the fortified city. Check out the Citadel, ancient point of defense, complete with a traditional changing of the guard. Otherwise, follow the city walls and uncover little boutiques and galleries tucked away within the time-worn streets. With its European heritage, Quebec has a buzzing café culture that fills its historic center. For lunch, grab a table in a Parisian style bistro and try some of the local specialties like tourtière québecois (meat pie) or duckling with maple syrup. Kick back and listen to the locals speaking French. For views over the St. Lawrence River, walk along Dufferin Terrace, Quebec City's most famous boardwalk. If you're keen for a slice of Canada's diverse history, get the low-down on the people of French-Canada at the Musée de la civilisation (Museum of Civilization) See how the building cleverly blends both new design and old buildings. Otherwise, don't forget to visit the iconic Chateau Frontenac in the heart of the old town. Hotel (B)
Vacation Day 5 - Montreal
With a free day ahead of you, explore Montreal's creative core and joie de vivre (joy of living). See some of the city's innovations, like the world-famous Biodome, where you can walk through different eco-systems, from ocean fronts to woodlands, and get up close to all sorts of wildlife. Montreal is a great place to shop. On St Laurent Boulevard (it's affectionately dubbed "The Main") look through cutting-edge boutiques, jewelery stores and artists' workshops. Otherwise just hang out in an outdoor café among the throngs of people and get a real feel for Montreal's street life. For a different shopping experience, head underground to Montreal's famous underground-city. With 19 miles of shops and restaurants right under the heart of the city, it's got it all. Lunchtime: go local and head to Jean-Talon Market, with its bustling stalls and friendly atmosphere. Try some tasty baked goods, fresh produce or delicious snacks, like calamari and chips. Then kick back with some of the best coffee in town from near-by Little Italy. Tonight, explore Montreal's amazing nightlife with some friends. There's so much to choose from – jazz bars in the down town area, the student vibes of the Latin Quarter, the clubs of Rue St. Catherine or the festive outdoor atmosphere and cozy lounge bars back up the hill on Mt Royal, where Rue St. Denis is a happening night spot. Afterward, round off your night with a Montreal favorite: poutine (French fries with gravy and cheese curd). Hotel
Vacation Day 6 - Quebec City to Montreal
Continue on to the island city of Montreal. A happening hub and home to the famous Montreal Jazz festival, this hot, creative city mixes up a North American feel with French influence. It also has amazing food and is thriving with festivities. Get familiar with the city when we arrive. Catch some of Montreal's relaxed vibes down at the Old Port and get the background on its maritime history as the group drives around the quays. The well-preserved riverside old-town was a key player in early Montreal's development. Then, we'll take a drive up Mt Royal, which serves up sweeping views over the city. Check out this enormous park that was designed by the same person who landscaped New York's famous Central Park. Your Trip Manager will show you some of Montreal's signature sites. See the copper dome of St Joseph's oratory, the biggest monument built to honor Canada's patron saint. You'll get a look at Montreal's most famous architectural curiosity: the 1976 Olympic stadium, complete with the world's tallest inclined tower. For some action, hit the rapids of the St Lawrence River in an adrenaline-pumping optional jet-boat ride, and experience another side of Montreal. Hotel (D, B)
Vacation Day 7 - Montreal to Toronto
As we stick to the St Lawrence River Valley, you'll see the local fresh water wonder: the 1000 islands of different sizes that are scattered across Lake Ontario and the river. Later, pull into Toronto, Canada's economic powerhouse, cosmopolitan capital and English speaking heart. Kick start your time here with a few of Toronto's key spots on a tour around the city. Your Trip Manager will fill you in on the iconic CN Tower, North America's tallest free standing structure at 553 meters. See buzzing Yonge Street, with its designer labels, funky boutiques and diverse stores. Enjoy a look into student life as you check out the University of Toronto, complete with Gothic buildings and ivy covered stone walls. Hotel (D)
Vacation Day 8 - Toronto
Toronto is loaded with things to do, so some ideas for your free time include getting away from it all by jumping on a local ferry and heading out to one of Toronto's leafy islands. With no cars, cute cottages and windswept nature, these are the perfect places to chill out. Or, for something different, visit the fantastic Bata Shoe Museum and see its quirky, impressive collection of footwear. If something sporty is more your thing, head to the Hockey Hall of Fame and honor Canada's national sport. Otherwise, explore Toronto's melting pot, experience different pockets of culture and taste food from all over the world. Start by having a bit of fun in colorful and chaotic Chinatown. It's packed with little shops selling anything from knick knacks to lanterns, and its streets are full of stalls dishing up all sorts of tasty Asian dishes. Check out the bustling vibe of near-by Kensington Market, a vibrant, multi-cultural neighborhood that is fascinating to walk around. Popular with locals, Kensington Market serves up bakeries, tapas (Spanish style nibbles), international grocery stores, Mexican and Jewish food, vintage stores and one-of-a kind boutiques. Round off your experience with some espresso and pastries in Little Italy. Get your heart racing in an optional excursion up CN tower, where you can walk the glass floor and enjoy the widest-reaching vistas in Toronto. Tonight, enjoy an optional dinner at Wayne Gretsky's. This popular restaurant is owned by the man Canadian's commonly refer to as "The Great One." After dinner, get ready to laugh as we see a show at the popular Second City Comedy Club. Famous alumni include of Second City include, Steven Colbert, Tina Fey, and Mike Meyers among many, many others. You never know who might be famous one day, so save your program! Hotel (B)
Vacation Day 9 - Toronto and Niagara Falls
Head to the surging waters of world-famous Niagara Falls, right on the border of the USA and Canada. Jump on board the Maid of the Mist and cruise along the river to the base of the world's second largest falls for a closer look. You'll see the incredible volume of water pouring over the cliff and feel the sheer power of the spray. But don't worry – there is an included rain poncho! Choose to get a bird's-eye-view of it all on an optional helicopter ride and check out the falls from both sides of the border. Follow the river's path and see the tons of water that make up the falls– it'll make your jaw drop. Later, Enjoy an insider's look at Toronto's night life on an optional guided party pub crawl around the city's hot spots tonight and finish your time off in this city with a night to remember. Hotel (D)
Vacation Day 10 - Toronto to Whistler via Vancouver
Today we'll fly across to Vancouver to meet up with your new crew on the other side of Canada. With beaches, forests and mountains, Vancouver is all about location and fusing big-city living with an outdoor lifestyle. We'll then wind our way along the spectacular cliff-top Sea to Sky highway and arrive in Whistler, one of the most popular ski resorts in North America and home to the 2010 Winter Olympics. Hotel (D)
Vacation Day 11 - Whistler to Kamloops
Leaving the mountains behind, we make our way to the desert and to Canada's impressive interior. Passing the picture-perfect Seton Lake, we'll make a stop in Lillooet, a former gold rush town. We travel on to our next night stop, Kamloops, sitting at the confluence of 2 rivers. Once a former meeting point for traders, it continues to serve as a stop over point for travelers and still has touches of the Wild West. Hotel (D)
Vacation Day 12 - Whistler
Today, you've got time to get into some alpine activities and experience Whistlers' high-energy action. Choose to have a go with the paddle and get out on the water in a canoe excursion along the River of Golden Dreams. With lots of trails to choose from, Whistler is a hiker's heaven. For those wanting vistas of the spectacular surrounds but not wanting to work up a sweat, choose a gondola or chairlift ride to the top for amazing views. Otherwise, kick back and take in the natural surroundings back at the hotel or walk around the quaint village of Whistler. Hotel (B)
Vacation Day 13 - Kamloops to Jasper
Sticking to the famous Yellowhead Highway, we stop off at the highest peak of the Rockies, Mt Robson. Get your blood pumping in a thrilling white-water rafting optional on the Fraser River. Then pull into small-town Jasper and kick back in the Rockies' largest national park – our home for the next two nights. Hotel (B)
Vacation Day 14 - Jasper
We drive through the wild beauty of Jasper National Park to Maligne Lake, known for its stunning scenery and vivid colors. There's a chance to take in the snow capped mountains from the water and visit iconic Spirit Island on an optional cruise. Later, your Trip Manager will take you for an easy-going hike through the Maligne Canyon, an impressive limestone gorge – the result of years of raging waters. Use your free time to make the most of lesser-known Jasper Park. With 1000kms of trails, from hour loops to day hikes, it's easy to get off the beaten track and into nature. Hotel (B)
Vacation Day 15 - Jasper to Banff
Get ready for some sublime scenery as we stick to the Columbia Icefield Parkway, a route that fur traders and native peoples once used during the 19th century. With waterfalls, lakes, meadows, glaciers, towering mountains, and the largest ice-field south of Alaska, this is one fantastic drive. Jump on board the Ice Explorer, a snow coach on tracks, and roll onto the Athabasca Glacier, where you can get out and explore the icy slopes. Drink straight from the glacier and taste some of the purest water on earth. We continue on to famous Lake Louise. Its striking turquoise color and incredible mountain back drop create a breathtaking scene. Back on the coach, we roll on to legendary Banff, the unofficial capital of the Rockies. 18-35 Special Stopover (D)
Vacation Day 16 - Banff
With loads of activities available in Banff, you can choose your own adventure. There's the option to get above the Rockies in an unforgettably spectacular helicopter ride or to head up Sulphur mountain by gondola for a slice of remote high country and the chance to see some summit wildlife. Other ideas for your day include checking out Banff's landmark Banff Springs Hotel. With over 800 rooms, this massive Gothic structure is fun to explore. Otherwise, head downtown for some shopping, where you can pick up cowboy hats, well-known brands and outdoor sporting equipment. Tonight, give our horseback ride optional a go, where you'll ride into the back country and enjoy a traditional cook-out dinner under the open sky. Chalet (B)
Vacation Day 17 - Calgary for Stampede
With a day at Stampede Park, you'll experience one of the world's biggest rodeos and get a look into cattle country lifestyle. Today it's all about the rodeo but if you think that's means men riding on bulls all day your wrong! You'll see people hitting the dust in more ways than one. The action includes ladies barrel racing, bareback, tie-down roping, steer wrestling, saddle bronc, bull riding and the lifesaving clowns who will be out there entertaining throughout the day. Make the most of your time here and discover Canada's country core. With square dancing, mock gun fights, country bands, bars, restaurants and livestock, there is loads to see. Or why not head to the Teepee village, where the five nations peoples are represented and learn about indigenous peoples' traditions. Hotel
Vacation Day 18 - Banff to Calgary
We travel to the slick city of Calgary, home to what's known as the greatest show on earth: the Stampede. It's all about Alberta's pioneer past and ranching tradition at this massive cowboy carnival. This mind-blowing festival is surely going to be an unforgettable experience, get ready for a whole lot of action over the next two days. From bull-riding to calf-roping, steer-wrestling to cow-tackling, our amazing seats have you up close to these electrifying events at the Rodeo. Once we arrive in Calgary, you will have an opportunity to shop along Stephen Avenue and a premier pedestrian mall in downtown. While shopping make sure get your cowboy/cowgirl kit, you'll find cowboy hats, shirts and boots to dress the part for the Stampede. This evening we will venture into Stampede Park to catch the Chuckwagon races and round out the evening with an epic grandstand show and prepare for the world's most unique entertainment doubleheader. First you get to watch the crazy GMC Rangeland Derby which has been described as NASCAR for cowboys, featuring four wagons, nine heats, and excitement that is measured on the Richter Scale. When the last wagon thunders across the finish line, prepare yourself for The Grandstand Show. You'll witness a variety of spectacular performances that includes comedy, elaborate song and dance numbers, acrobatics and the spectacular fireworks finale, TransAlta Lights Up The Night. The stage alone is an engineering marvel. The night will be among the most memorable of your life….and this is only the first night! Hotel (B)
Vacation Day 19 - Calgary to Vernon
This morning we say goodbye the wild west and the Rockies before cutting across three national parks in a spectacular drive. Things get wilder and a whole lot more rugged in Yoho National Park, where the ice blue Kicking Horse River winds through a valley of waterfalls and meadows. Be impressed by Glacier National Park, home to over 400 glaciers and stop off at Rogers Pass – a place of awesome surroundings. We'll also see Mt Revelstoke National Park's towering peaks and surging river. Then it's a complete change of scene as we travel into British Columbia's wine country, Okanagan Valley, with its vines and terraced hills, to Vernon for our overnight stop. Hotel (D)
Vacation Day 20 - Vernon to Vancouver
Journey through the stunning Okanagan Valley, Canada's wine country, before returning to laid-back Vancouver, with its friendly locals, sandy beaches and Pacific rim position. You'll enjoy a taste of it all with the group when your Trip Manager points out historic Gastown, Vancouver's founding district, the city's own Chinatown – home to the largest minority group in Vancouver and the landmark Lion's Gate Bridge. In Stanley Park, see the colourful Totem Poles of Canada's First Nations People and learn about traditional culture as your Trip Manager tells you the stories behind them. For a bit of urban culture, head down town and grab a coffee at one of the many cafes. Continue on to the Gastown area for a bit of shopping, where you can find souvenirs to take back home, including Native American crafts and jewelery. Tonight, head out on the town with your friends and experience more of Vancouver's nightlife. Hit the back streets of Gastown or the alleys of Yale Town for some live music. Otherwise, if you know what you're after, ask your Trip Manager for tips. Hotel
Vacation Day 21 - Vancouver
Feel the young vibe of this city while exploring its hip shops & cafes. Later, enjoy a dinner cruise around the harbor & head out for a night on the town! Hotel (B)
Vacation Day 22 - Depart Vancouver
Your Canadian adventure ends this morning and it's time to say farewell to your new friends. For those who are keen for some more action, there's the option of a trip to Grouse Mountain or Butchart Gardens.
Vacation Prices
Starts New York City / Ends Vancouver
No Dates Available!
*Prices are not guaranteed until time of booking
All of this & more, included as standard on your trip.
- 21 nights accommodation: 21 nights in twin-share hotels
- An experienced & professional Trip Manager & Driver team
- Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging
- An experienced & professional Trip Manager & Driver team
- 18 meals:10 breakfasts & 9 dinners
- 2 World heritage sites visited
- Visit Providence, the capital of Rhode Island
- See Boston Common, Quincy Marketplace, Faneuil Hall & the original 'Cheers' Bar
- Walk the historic Freedom Trail
- Feel the student spirit on a 'Hahvahd' (Harvard) tour
- Scenic drive through Maine & across the US/Canadian border
- Cross the border into Canada & enjoy the scenic drive through Quebec
- Stroll Quebec on a walking tour
- Visit the only walled city in North America
- Visit Old town Montreal, the old port & Mount Royal, Montreal's largest park
- See the unique Olympic Stadium
- See St. Joseph's Oratory
- Travel along the St. Lawrence River Valley & see the Thousand Islands Region
- See CN Tower, Rogers Centre, eclectic shops on Yonge Street & the University of Toronto
- Feel the spray as you cruise to the base of the incredible Niagara Falls
- See Niagara Falls
- See Whistler & Blackcomb Mountains
- Drive the scenic Sea to Sky Highway
- Scenic drive through the Lillooet Mountain Range
- See Seton Lake reservoir & picturesque Lillooet, Duffey & Kamloops Lakes
- Enjoy the shopping & activities in and around the quaint village
- Hike one of Whistlers' many trails
- Scenic drive along the Yellowhead Highway into the Rocky Mountains
- View Mt. Robson, the highest point in the Canadian Rockies (weather permitting)
- Stay in Jasper National Park
- Get back to nature as you picnic in the Rocky Mountains
- Visit Maligne Canyon, the deepest & longest limestone canyon in the Rockies
- Visit Maligne Lake, the largest in the Canadian Rockies (seasonal)
- Walk to Athabasca Falls
- Discover the Athabasca Glacier on the 'Ice Explorer'
- See the Saskatchewan River Valley & Weeping Wall
- See the vivid blue colour of Peyto Lake (seasonal)
- Visit Lake Louise & the enchanting Lake Louise chateau
- See the majestic Banff Springs Hotel
- Visit Banff National Park
- See the majestic Banff Springs Hotel
- Reach new heights on a gondola ride in Banff (Until April 2017)
- Stop at Roger's Pass on one of the world's great mountain roads
- Drive through Yoho, Glacier & Mt. Revelstoke National Parks
- See the incredible Spiral Train Tunnels
- See Kicking Horse Valley
- Drive through Kelowna, the largest city in the Interior
- See Lake Okanagan & its large floating bridge
- See Gastown, Chinatown & Lion's Gate Bridge
- Visit the Totem Poles of Canada's First Nations People in Stanley Park
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Major Events Survey
Major Events Survey
Thanks to the 455 people who responded to the Events Survey we conducted recently. In general, the responses were very positive and lots of good ideas were suggested which we hope to incorporate in the planning of future events. See also the blog Unlock the Past events - past events, a review and the future.
Of those who responded, 80 percent would definitely or probably attend an expo in/near the capital city in their state. Some of those who indicate they would not attend live a great distance from the capital city.
Of the 35 percent who indicated they had previously attended an Expo in Adelaide, Sydney, Coffs Harbour, Cairns, Mt Gambier or Geelong, ninety-six percent rated them to be good to excellent.
Themed seminars
These would normally be conducted over two days but some may be one day. Seventy-five percent of those who responded said they would definitely/probably attend such a seminar. The most popular themes were Research and writing history (72%), Immigration (72%), and History & genealogy on the internet (84%). Many other excellent suggestions were also made including country specific seminars (eg England, Ireland), Brickwalls, Old photographs, Occupations and more.
The preferred locations for the themed seminars were very similar to the responses given for the Expos.
Regional seminars
Usually a weekend day at locations we are invited to. These may be headed by one or two Unlock the Past (or other) expert presenters offering maybe 5 or 6 presentations in a day. They will usually be supported with publicity, a bookstall, special offers and prizes from various partners.
Regional seminars were also popular with 78 percent indicating they would definitely/probably attend such an event.
Regional Roadshows
Though not on the survey, we are also looking at further regional roadshows with possibly a day and evening meeting at each location - this will be a viable proposition where a number of towns are interested and are in reasonable proximity to each other.
The general format of a regional roadshow is
- to travel from one town to another on successive days - normally 4 or 5 days
- if a day of the roadshow falls on a Saturday a seminar may be suitable - with more time available
Benefits of being involved
- expertise comes to you
- publicity for supporting organisations - possibly introducing new members
- get the latest information on developments in a fast changing scene (resource wise)
- a selection of products to show and sell, with some roadshow specials
Just 36 percent of those responding indicated they had previously been on a cruise. Nineteen percent indicated they would definitely/probably attend a future cruise conducted by Unlock the Past of 5-8 days duration, most likely departing from a port in the eastern states. A more comprehensive survey is currently running on a possible cruise in 2013 - it closes on 12 October so make sure you have your say on what you would prefer. Click here to access the Unlock the Past page for details of the three cruise options under consideration and click here for the survey.
War tour
Some indicated they had already booked for the War comes to Australia 70th anniversary 1942-1912 Tour while others indicated their intention to book. If you want to be part of the exciting celebrations in Darwin in February 2012 bookings are still open - click here to get the full details of the tour.
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- Toenails must be trimmed with smooth edges. Nails will be checked prior to swim, and if trimming or filing is required, there will be a $10 fee. Sharp/long toenails can damage the pool.
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Leo Babauta, I love you dude, but your last post sucked.
A Little Backstory:
When I was younger, my group of friends and I developed our own brand of juvenile etiquette for disagreeing with one another. And so when you needed to tell your buddy something you didn't like about them you opened up the conversation with this phrase, "I love you dude, but…" then your criticism.
"I love you dude, but the peach-fuzz mustache is not cool, and it doesn't look good."
If the comment was made in front of the group, an immediate voting on the criticism would ensue. The comment would either be ratified into fact, or vetoed, but most often it was ratified.
"Yeah man, the mustache needs to go. Everybody thinks so, that's why we're telling you."
Some may have seen these exchanges as insincere but within our group, opening up without with the line, "I love you dude" was a form of respect. Granted, it's not the most poetic term of endearment, but it allowed us to be honest with each other, without all the hurt feelings. And so you knew that your buddies were telling you something not because they hated you, but because they cared.
Now that we're caught up, there's something I'd like to say about Leo Babauta's post: "Why reading faster doesn't increase productivity".
"Leo, I love you dude; I'm a big fan of zen habits, read a lot of your articles, and I agree with many of your principles but... your last post sucked."
From Your Post:
"I think you should read slower, and focus on doing things slower. It increases your effectiveness, which is a different definition of productivity than 'doing things faster'."
If I understand you correctly, you're saying that focused slower reading increases a person's ability to effectively comprehend the text their reading.
I disagree. In terms of a person's reading rate, there's quite a lot of research that points to the opposite.
Lori Nunez's dissertation: An Analysis Of The Relationship Of Reading Fluency, Comprehension, And Word Recognition To Student Achievement (May 2009). Her dissertation looked at statewide elementary students in Texas and analyzed various methods for developing reading skills.
In the conclusion, Nunez wrote:
"Consistent with the findings of previous research (Allen, 1988; Buchanan, 2006; Flindt, 2007; Stroud & Henderson, 1943) and the National Reading Panel's identification of key reading components, the study confirmed that early development of reading fluency, comprehension, and word recognition do impact reading performance of students by the middle elementary grades. The results of the data analysis revealed that reading fluency, the number of words read per minute, had the strongest relationship with scores on the third grade reading TAKS. ...It would appear that fluency, the speed and accuracy of words read, contributed to comprehension and understanding of the material read, and ultimately to success on the reading assessment."
"In the study, the skill of reading fluency had the strongest relationship and made the greatest contribution to reading TAKS scale scores. The findings of the study supported Rasinski's (2001) argument that the rate a reader reads is significantly correlated to the standardized and informal measurements of comprehension and word recognition."
From Your Post:
"productivity isn't about speed, even if we've been led to believe it is. It's about being effective. It's about accomplishing things -- and that's about doing the most important things, not the most things."
I disagree.
"Productivity is from 1809 with meaning 'quality of being productive;' economic sense of 'rate of output per unit' is from 1899."
Reference:productivity. (n.d.). Online Etymology Dictionary. Retrieved December 02, 2009, from Dictionary.com website: http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/productivity
The two words that stand out for me are the words "quality" and "rate", and the word "rate" is most definitely associated with speed.
From Your Post:
"When we speed through tasks and projects, we lose perspective. We forget what's important and just try to do things as fast as possible."
Your quote makes the assumption that when a person does something faster, they sacrifice their effectiveness.
What about firefighters? Or paramedics? Or doctors?
The rate at which these people do their jobs can determine whether someone else lives or dies, or many people live or die. I think "speed" can have a lot to do with a person's "effectiveness" in the world around them. Firefighters don't rush into a burning building to try to save the most important people; they try to save everyone they possibly can in the time they have.
This not only pertains to the lives of people, but also in people's careers and the lives of companies, in which a person's speed can be determining factor in whether they get to keep their job.
From Your Post:
"If reading is important, focus on it, and do it slowly. It'll be that much more enjoyable, and so will the project. And when you absolutely love what you're doing, then productivity is a natural by-product."
If I follow your argument here correctly, you're saying, "If I want to read something that is important to me, the rate at which I read it corresponds to the level of enjoyment I'll receive from reading it."
I agree that certain texts can be more enjoyable when read slowly, but I disagree that all of the texts that are important to us need to be read this way. I believe, and research shows, there are more factors in the process of translating text into meaning than just voicing the words on the page. The process of visual interpretation of text into meaning is an extremely fast process, and your statement concludes that this method, while fast, will lessen my enjoyment of reading the text.
Lastly, From Your Post:
"Slow down, don't speed up. Read slower -- you'll read less, but enjoy it more."
What I don't agree with in this statement, is the assumption that text should be read at one speed. A person can enjoy a fast paced action sequence in an old dime novel reading 400wpm, and then slow down to 150 wpm when detective is explaining how he figured out who the killer was. The reader can read fast and slow throughout the book without losing joy in the text they're reading.
I was a slow reader for quite some time, and even though reading was important to me, reading slow did not make reading more enjoyable. In fact, quite the opposite.
I don't think I'm alone on this, but maybe I am… I've found the more I read, the more I enjoy reading.
We only have a short time in this life, and my approach to reading is much like that fireman running into a burning building. There's too many great things to read in this world that to read them all would take several lifetimes, I'd like to enjoy reading as many of them as possible before my time's up.
Leo, I love you dude, but your last post sucked.
Kris Madden


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Using Range Through Charts: Constructing a Diversity Curve
This activity was selected for the On the Cutting Edge Reviewed Teaching Collection
This activity has received positive reviews in a peer review process involving five review categories. The five categories included in the process are
- Scientific Accuracy
- Alignment of Learning Goals, Activities, and Assessments
- Pedagogic Effectiveness
- Robustness (usability and dependability of all components)
- Completeness of the ActivitySheet web page
For more information about the peer review process itself, please see http://serc.carleton.edu/NAGTWorkshops/review.html.
This activity has benefited from input from faculty educators beyond the author through a review and suggestion process. This review took place as a part of a faculty professional development workshop where groups of faculty reviewed each others' activities and offered feedback and ideas for improvements. To learn more about the process On the Cutting Edge uses for activity review, see http://serc.carleton.edu/NAGTWorkshops/review.html.
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Skills and concepts that students must have mastered
How the activity is situated in the course
Content/concepts goals for this activity
Plot and interpret diversity curve based on range-through data
Groups of students will compare the diversity curves of different groups of organisms.
Higher order thinking skills goals for this activity
- evaluate data in the context of major events and trends throughout the history of life
- construct a diversity curve and generate hypotheses that explain their trajectories
- estimate the approximate age of an assemblage of fossils using a range through chart
Other skills goals for this activity
Students will be able to use Microsoft Excel to generate a diversity curve.
Description of the activity/assignment
Students will be divided into groups of 4-5 students and each are assigned a major group of marine organisms with an extensive fossil record (e.g., Bivalves, Brachiopods, Arthropods, Cnidarians). Students will compile a list of 30-40 age ranges for genera within that group by conducting searches on the Paleobiology Database.
Using these ranges, students will construct a range-through chart by hand on paper scaled to a geologic time scale, generating a visual representation of the originations, persistence and extinction of these groups.
Upon construction of the range through chart, students will tally up the number of organisms present in each time period (either originating or persisting or going extinct during that time period). Using these counts, students will make a diversity curve in Microsoft Excel that should depict a rough approximation of the paleontological record of the group.
Students will answer a series of questions related to the interpretation of the range through chart and diversity curve, and devise hypotheses that explain the shape of the trajectory of the curve.
After generating the diversity curve in separate groups, the class will reassemble and combine data for the construction of a synoptic diversity curve.
Students will examine this curve and compare it to that of the Sepkoski curve for the purposes of analysis and hypothesis formation.
Determining whether students have met the goals
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- Activity Description/Assignment:Range Through Chart and Diversity Curve Lab (Microsoft Word 63kB Aug19 09)
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Documentary film-makers are discovering new ways of replacing diminishing funds from TV, as they adapt to fresh formats and partners, including corporations and charities.
At the Dragon's Den-style pitch sessions at IDFA's Forum in Amsterdam in November, there was every sign of enthusiasm. Strong stories were pitched with verve and received warm receptions from TV funders in the room. But outside of the main sessions, there was talk of how TV financing for single documentaries is becoming more difficult to access — confusing circumstances as more pitching sessions crop up around the world giving the impression financing is easy to find.
Of course, it has never been easy to finance any film, documentary or fiction. Documentary producers say it is becoming more difficult to secure public broadcasting support in Europe as channels lose some of their documentary slots and 'documentary' budgets increasingly go to reality series.
"I have a strong feeling we're in limbo right now. The number of documentaries and quality documentaries being produced is going up, festival admissions are amazing and at the same time TV financing is going down. But we're still pitching a lot of them to broadcasters," says Mikael Opstrup, a former producer and now the head of studies of the European Documentary Network (EDN). "You go to the Forum and there are twice as many pitches as 10 years ago, though demand is not there."
'The role of TV as a financier will be smaller. Money is going to be less, but as a distribution tool TV will still be important'
Iikka Vehkalahti, YLE TV2
Producer Daniel Cross of Montreal-based EyeSteelFilm, notes: "TV might be taking up a just a bit too much space in funding relevance." For example, without a broadcaster attached in Canada, Cross could not trigger Canadian soft money for two of his finished films at IDFA this year, The Vanishing Spring Light and Fortunate Son.
Still, TV continues to be key — even if its future importance is less about funding and more about distribution.
"The role of TV as a financier will be smaller than two years ago or today," suggests Iikka Vehkalahti, a commissioner at Finland's YLE TV2. "Money is going to be less, but as a distribution tool TV will still be important, no matter how fragmented distribution becomes."
German producer Christian Beetz of Gebrueder Beetz Filmproduktion is adamant the documentary community must not let TV financing slip away, but should rally and fight for that support.
"It is very important we also have these political discussions about the role of the public broadcasters, that we still fight for documentary slots," he says. "It is very important we resist this change of the role of the public broadcasters."
There are two schools of thought when adapting to a future that relies less on TV financing for feature-length documentaries: one is that documentary storytelling can adapt to target the audiences broadcasters crave. The other is that feature documentaries can look elsewhere to pick up that piece of financing once brought by TV. And both strands could work together.
Opstrup suggests new formats will sit alongside feature-length films: "We should be looking more at what the market needs," he says. "We are foremost storytellers, not makers of 90-minute films. We've been with the cinema or TV format for so long, that's how we perceive storytelling. We have to start getting ideas for good stories that also take 30 seconds or two minutes. The long ones are wonderful, we should still do those. But we have to get these other ideas that are the future market."
Beetz says his company is trying to use new platforms to engage young audiences. Those audiences will be attractive to broadcasters who are saddled with ageing audiences and unsure how to connect with younger viewers. Farewell Comrades, a six-part series, has been planned from the start as a cross-media project that includes websites for a younger audience.
"We're working on interactive formats with its own budget and its own storytelling," says Beetz. "We're selling it now to educational institutions because it works in schools."
New partners
Another option is to look outside the film world for new sources of financing. Corporations, non-governmental organisations (NGOs) and charities are becoming increasingly involved in documentaries at the production stage.
Channel 4's Britdoc Foundation, for instance, has organised the Good Pitch since 2008, whereby film-makers pitch partners outside of TV broadcasters.
"Our insight was taking those films that film-makers really want to make, looking more broadly and looking for partners who see those passionate points of shared interest. That could be foundations, NGOs, campaigners, brands, private individuals," notes Britdoc chief executive Jess Search.
The Good Pitch is expanding and includes partners in countries such as India, China, Uruguay and South Africa; it will come to the Hague in 2012. Britdoc also has experience working with corporations — UK supermarket chain Waitrose supported the fishing documentary The End Of The Line. And it has partnered with sports company Puma to create a series of documentary awards.
'We are storytellers, not makers of 90-minute films. We should be looking more at what the market needs'
Mikael Opstrup, European Documentary Network
Most recently, Britdoc has connected film-makers with Danish dairy company Arla on The Power Of Nature project, a film about children's relationship with nature. Arla put down the first $230,000 (£150,000) of the budget. The other partners are the UK's National Trust organisation (which can reach out to its 4 million members) and the National Health Service (the largest employer in the UK). Those kinds of powerful partnership means a broadcaster does not have to be on board from initiation.
"You have already got so many elements that you can say, 'Should we invite TV to the party?' Okay, but on our terms," says Search. "We can add TV and then it goes up another level. It can change the nature of the project but it doesn't become the gatekeeper."
Still, working with corporations is not for every film-maker or every project. "Every piece of money has dangers," says Search. "We like to say at the Foundation that all money has a colour and it's important to understand the needs and parameters of your partner. The way we've worked with corporates is that they have not had any editorial control… It's very new, everyone's still figuring it out."
Crowd-funding is another source of alternative finance that is attracting buzz. Still, few film-makers have raised entire production budgets through crowdsourcing so it is unlikely to rival the financial might the broadcasters have historically provided.
Laura Nix and Julia Meltzer raised $21,000 on Kickstarter for their 2011 IDFA selection The Light In Her Eyes. "That was about 5% of our budget," Nix says. "We needed that money when we got it, at the end of post-production, but it's not a large amount. But one of the most important aspects of it was the audience-building aspect of it."
Feeling sexy
The very fact members of the public are stumping up cash for documentary films to be made shows a certain coolness in the arena.
"We have to have faith in independent documentary," says Search. "Independent documentary is actually incredibly sexy right now… it's an exciting, turbulent area. In this world of TV, it could seem right now that we're the poor cousin. But if you go out more broadly into the world, it's really being understood that independent film-makers are the rebels, the thought-leaders, the intellectuals, the troublemakers, taking the place of what used to happen with print journalism and television."
Cross agrees documentary film-makers should appreciate their value in the wider world: "You hear about the death of the traditional documentary, but if you go out anywhere into civil society, we're the cat's meow. These films are screened and discussed and debated. With public broadcasting, we should stand up."


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Four musically-talented guys joined forces to bring the oldies back to Sun City. In July, Jack Torrito, Bud Duprey, Al Sturdevant, and Bill Smith received their first opportunity to play as Four on the Floor.
With their rendition of the 1950s, 1960s and Doo Wop genre, the group wanted to play music they enjoy. "We all grew up with this music, hearing it in high school and college," Smith said.
A native of Maryland and a retired school teacher, Smith was lead singer in several bands throughout college. He performs in numerous plays in Sun City and played a role in "Paint your Wagon" at the May River Theater.
Duprey started playing guitar at 11 years old. In high school, he formed a garage band with two brothers who parents were musicians. For 18 years, Duprey continued to play with the group for parties, clubs weddings and other venues.
For more than 20 years, Duprey put away his guitar until moving to Sun City. He now plays with a jazz group, gospel group and Four on the Floor.
For Sturdevant, his talent began at an early age. He sang his first public solo at 4 years old. By age eight, he was singing duets with his older brother on a radio station in New York.
Sturdevant plays a variety of musical instruments including guitar, trombone, electric bass and keyboard. During the last 10 years in Sun City, he participated in many Follies shows and played the male lead in "Grease."
Jack Toritto moved to Sun City in 2006, but began playing the washtub bass guitar in his 40s with a group in New York.
When his wife, Barb Torrito, surprised him with a string bass for a birthday, he started playing with bluegrass and fiddle bands then electric in an oldies party band.
Torrito met Duprey while participating with the Strummers group in Sun City. The duo started playing neighborhood gigs until joining with Smith and Sturdevant to form Four on the Floor. In July, the Okatie Ale House provided a venue for the group to play its first gig.
While balancing other hobbies, Four on the Floor practices about once a week and performs about once a month.
"We're supposed to be retired, you know," Duprey said.
Four on the Floor plays a variety of oldies tunes that draws the crowd to the dance floor. The group never begins a show with the same song, playing ones not commonly heard on classic rock radio stations.
"It's a pet peeve of mine when bands have a set playlist and you know exactly what song they're playing if you walk in the door at 7:15," Sturdevant said. "We have a playlist, but it's never the same."
Torrito said his favorite song to perform is "Kansas City" because it is the only song the group lets him sing.
In December, Smith landed the opportunity for the group to play monthly at Zeppelins Bar and Grill. Whether the group plays for private parties or at venues, Four on the Floor enjoys performing.
"When a crowd shows up it makes me feel good that people really enjoy listening to music we love to play," Torrito said.
To see a video clip from Four on the Floor's performance at Zeppelins, go to blufftontoday.com/thesuntoday
What: Four on the Floor performance
Where: Zeppelins Bar and Grill
When: 6-8:30 p.m. Feb. 21


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I have uploaded several photos to Facebook with friends in them and want to tag them all.
How do I tag all my friends to a particular album?
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I have uploaded several photos to Facebook with friends in them and want to tag them all.
How do I tag all my friends to a particular album?
You have to do it manually....
There is a bit of an update as to how you can achieve this.
Go to the album. And select the friend/page you want to tag.
Now start clicking away on the photos, if you don't care where in the photo it is tagged you can iterate through a lot of photos this way.
Repeat for the rest of the friends.
This is tad faster than the original flow of tagging while uploading.
Otherwise you can also create an event/trip and add the album to it.
The third way which does not explcitly tag the friends within your album but the album itself is to go album in the timeline and then tag your friends.
You should make a list with all your friends in. Then you can tag the list rather than each individual friend.
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I bought this house with a gas fireplace we've never used. While cleaning up the attic, I found these doors. I'd like to install it as a deterrent to keep pets and children out of the firebox.
My assumption was that it had been installed before, but there doesn't seem to be any obvious way to mount it. There's little structure beyond the brass frame, no visible attachment points on the frame or fireplace surround, no anchors or fasteners visible in the hearth and I'm completely stumped. Am I missing part of it?


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Maxwell Brothers' Tales of Romney at Cranbrook Differ
(GROSSE POINT FARMS, Mich.) — As the accusations of bullying continued to follow Mitt Romney on the campaign trail, another former friend and classmate of the presumptive GOP nominee said it was a "shock" to hear the stories and it wasn't the friend he knew, describing Romney as more of a prankster than a bully.
"I would say the pranking would ring true, but the bullying was just a shock to me," Peter Maxwell told ABC News.
In a twist, it was Maxwell's own brother Philip who joined four other men who described a troubling incident they said they witnessed, in a story first reported by the Washington Post.
The Maxwell brothers both graduated from the prestigious Cranbrook School in Bloomfield Hills, Mich., Peter in 1964, one year before his brother Phillip and Romney.
Phillip Maxwell and the four others recounted a story of Romney as a teenager cutting the hair of a student presumed to be gay while he was pinned to the ground.
Phillip Maxwell called it a "haunting memory" in an interview with ABC News and said it was a "hack job" with "clumps" of the boy's "hair taken off." Phillip Maxwell even called the boys, himself included, a "pack of dogs."
Following Phillip's account, his brother Peter is now coming forward with his own description of Mitt Romney as a high school student.
"For Mitt to be a bully just shocks me. We grew up with him. He was the kind of a guy who would bend over backwards to do something for you and would go out of his way to help people and for him to be characterized as a bully would be the farthest thing from the truth," Maxwell said.
Peter Maxwell describes himself as a Republican and said he voted for Romney in the Michigan primary in February and said he will vote for him in November.
Peter Maxwell said the incident, which he says Phillip didn't reveal to him until a month ago, is surprising but something to be taken into the context of the time. He also said he saw Cranbrook as quite accepting, with students of all religions and cultures, calling it a "mix bag."
Phillip Maxwell, who told ABC News he votes for both Republicans and Democrats, said he was there, describing the incident differently.
"When you see somebody who is simply different taken down that way and is terrified and you see that look in their eye you never forget it. And that was what we all walked away with," Phillip Maxwell said.
In what now appears to have become a debate within their own family, Peter Maxwell said his brother, with whom he speaks with frequently, has a tendency to "expound on things."
"He kind of gets into the emotions of a situation or a moment in time and loves to expound on things," Peter Maxwell said of his brother. "I'm not necessarily saying exaggerate, but wants to take things to a higher level and he made a comment the other day, 'Oh God, today they would consider that almost assault and battery.' And I said, 'You sound like a prosecutor in Northern Michigan.' … I said, 'Come on, 'What really was it?' And he said, 'The kid had long hair and it wasn't really what people were into at the time.' And I said, 'Let's kind of look at it that way. Let's not make it a national media event for an incident that happened in 1965.'"
When asked about the other men who described the incident in a similar way, Peter Maxwell acknowledged he had already graduated and was not there, but still believed it was a prank and not bullying.
The charge of "assault and battery" is something Phillip Maxwell brought up as well with ABC News and said that as a lawyer it is how he now sees it.
The brothers clearly have different views of the incident.
Peter Maxwell said Romney liked to pull pranks, something the Romney campaign and even his wife Ann have liked to mention on the trail, but he stressed that he saw the pranks as never "mean spirited." Maxwell recalled a culture of pranking and worse, including drag racing and underage drinking, but stressed "gay bashing" and bullying was something he never saw.
"He always had a little bit of twinkle in his eye and always, 'OK, maybe we can make a joke out of this," Peter Maxwell said, referring to Romney.
"I just don't think it was a gay bashing moment. I think it was more like, 'Let's cut this kid's hair. He doesn't fit the Cranbrook profile," Maxwell said.
When asked if he believed it was possible that Romney didn't remember the incident when it was so seared into the memory of others, Peter Maxwell, who does not remember the boy in question, called it a "lapse of convenience," but also noted how "busy" Romney has been over the last "50 years."
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Am I the only one who hates gestures and was happy with the simple "scroll areas" on the sides of touch pads, along with a right and *physical* button?-JavaJones (June 13, 2011, 03:32 PM)
Found out that Truecrypt can't encrypt the OSX boot drive (like it can for Windows), and that FileVault (OSX's Home folder encryption system) is buggy and not as secure as one may be lead to believe. -wreckedcarzz (June 18, 2011, 09:04 PM)
Ah there is nothing like the 'just use it' nature of the Mac.Glad you are having fun - but try posting some of this onto a Mac forum and I bet you will get some strange comments -Carol Haynes (June 19, 2011, 07:46 AM)
You do *not* want to activate FileVault Here goes my experience-jgpaiva (June 19, 2011, 08:24 AM)
I called up MacMedia (a nearby "Apple Certified Retailer") while running errands yesterday to check on the cost of a 1GB DDR 2700 stick for the iBook. Without naming the price of the stick itself, I was told that the "installation cost" would be $50. I about cracked up right there amidst rush hour traffic. I asked what the cost would be without their fancy "installation" and couldn't get a straight answer from the guy.I then drove over to Fry's Electronics and went in and inquired what their cost would be (I just wanted the stick, not some crazy red carpet installation crap) and the cheapest they had was $37 (before taxes). I told the guy straight up "I'm not that desperate for a freaking GB of memory for an old iBook" and walked out.Newegg sent me an email today about their summer sale promotions. Nothing interesting much, but it got me looking at memory costs. They have what I need for $30 with no shipping costs. I scanned through other emails from them and found a coupon code for 10% off all Notebook Memory that expires at midnight tonight. So now I sit and wait, $27 poorer, for my 1GB stick of RAM. When it arrives, I'll see if I can't do some benchmarks or something to compare against, just for laughs.Talk about a ripoff though, $50 just to take the keyboard off (pull 2 levers and lift it), undo 4x small Phillips screws, slide the RAM in, re-tighten the screws, and slide the keyboard back in. Damn, I'd do that for like $5 for someone and STILL feel bad about overcharging them. Some people... -wreckedcarzz (June 21, 2011, 07:47 PM)
Yeah, but that $50 gets you a professional Apple techno-genius with genuine Apple screwdrivers and a warm fuzzy feeling knowing that you just donated a whack of cash to the Church of Jobs. Speaking of... Why the Hell aren't Apple product purchases tax deductible as charitable contributions? Hasn't Apple registered as a religion yet? -Renegade (June 21, 2011, 09:18 PM)
heh. Been there, done that! Had I checked in here a month ago, I'd have found this thread sooner, and I could've given you my disks for Leopard. My Mac bit the dust just after I bought the OS upgrade, and I would've been HAPPY to package my set of Leopard disks and send it to you at no charge. Really! It's brand new and has never been opened. If you like, I can offer to send them to you anyway. -grapeshot (July 10, 2011, 05:25 PM)
I heard front row has been removed from Lion.-justice (July 30, 2011, 10:03 AM)
[Desperately scrambling for a "bright side"]If the entire experience is documented throughly, it should make for an excellent cautionary tail.-Stoic Joker (June 11, 2011, 04:25 PM)
[Desperately scrambling for a "bright side"]If the entire experience is documented throughly, it should make for an excellent cautionary tail.-Stoic Joker (June 11, 2011, 04:25 PM)And always look on the bright side of life~! Dee doo... dee doo dee doo dee doo~! -Renegade (July 31, 2011, 11:30 AM)
Well, quite frankly, there is no cheap solution to hardware faults on that piece of machine as they are already discontinued. Your best bet would be to look online for those who took apart their computers and sell them by pieces of parts.Or, go directly to Apple which as you said would cost you more. I think that the better intelligent answer to this is not to have gotten that thing in the first place. It is a very old piece of hardware which has very little to be spoken off really.-edrez (July 31, 2011, 08:07 PM)
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AP Reporter's Item on Israel Reads Like a Leftist Political Stump Speech
In an item at the Associated Press datelined early Monday morning not labeled as "analysis" or otherwise characterized as the reporter's point of view, the wire service's Amy Teibel went on the attack against current developments in Israeli politics and society in extraordinarily harsh terms, to the point where her report could easily have been mistaken for a leftist's political stump speech.
Teibel's screed began with the headline ("A battle is raging for the soul of Israeli society"), and went downhill from there (what are in my view deliberately loaded words are in bold):
On billboards, on buses and in the halls of parliament, a battle is raging over the nature of Israel, raising ever more urgent questions over its future as a democracy.
Radicalized religious activists and conservative lawmakers see themselves as bulwarks against assaults on faith and country by rivals within multifaceted Israel and by the outside world.
Although the nationalist right includes many nonreligious Israelis and the religious camp is not exclusively nationalist, the overlap is strong, they are considered natural political allies, and they share a simmering historic grievance: a sense that Israel's cosmopolitan elites – the courts, the media, even the army – should be brought into line with a more conservative populace.
Arrayed against them are secular Israelis, many of them liberal and European-descended – the group that established the country, long dominated its affairs, and has seen its majority dwindle.
They are horrified at the assault on what they consider a critical yet brittle achievement: Surrounded by dictatorships and theocracies, Israel is a place of pugnacious reporters and freewheeling human rights groups, a land where gay pride marches are commonplace and where it goes without saying that the Supreme Court can be led by a woman and include a prominent Arab.
Conservative Israelis are trying to force change as never before.
Towards the end of her 1,350-word writeup, Teibel gives readers the impression that the country is descending into a virtual Jewish version of sharia law, at least pertaining to the treatment of women:
In strictly religious neighborhoods, some women have taken to cloaking themselves head to toe, like fundamentalist women in the Islamic world, to comply with rabbis' increasingly impassioned exhortations to dress modestly. The Jerusalem municipality has stepped in on another matter, saying it will not allow several ultra-Orthodox neighborhoods to carry out a plan to have segregated polling stations for community council elections.
… Last month, the Supreme Court stopped one Jerusalem neighborhood from designating heavily traveled areas off-limits to women during a holiday crush. The court also stepped in late last year to halt gender segregation on more than 80 bus lines.
While segregation has diminished sharply since that ruling, it was largely men in front and women in the back one recent morning on a line that runs through ultra-Orthodox Jewish enclaves in Jerusalem. The driver said that when women dare sit up front, male passengers sometimes still try to browbeat them into moving to the back.
My reaction to this was mixed, as on the one hand I know that there are Jewish enclaves in New York City visited often by Democratic politicians which practice a certain degree of gender segregation that as far as I can tell is voluntary, to which pols trolling for votes virtually never object, and which has even included actual political speeches. On the other hand, if everything Teibel describes in her final six paragraphs (some of which was not excerpted) is accurate, there may be cause for concern about where things are really heading in Israel.
So I consulted with someone in a position to render an informed comment, namely Pamela Geller of Atlas Shrugs, whom I thank for her prompt response. That response, in her inimitable and admirably frank style, read in part as follows:
There is no compulsion in Jewish law. It's voluntary. Sharia is all compulsion. They are trying to equate the two. They are trying to paint all religions (or religious law) as oppressive and brutal as the sharia. There are no honor killings, clitorectomies, dehumanization, etc., of women (in Jewish law). Women are not chattel under Jewish law.
Great points as usual, Pamela.
Teibel did not get a comment from anyone concerning the gender segregation issue, which means that yours truly has done more she did in this regard.
Perhaps more disturbing than Teibel's intensely slanted tirade is the URL of her report at the AP's main site, which reads as follows:
The article's web address indicates that the wire service may be planning to do more reports on "the remaking of Israel." Gosh, this wouldn't have anything to do with the devolution of the so-called Arab Spring and the clear increase in anti-Israel hostility in the affected states and the related need to create "justifications" for attempts to marginalize the Jewish state, would it? (/sarc)
Cross-posted at NewsBusters.org.


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Located on the eastern end of campus between Eleanor Roosevelt College and Warren College, the Canyonview Aquatic Center features two outdoor, Olympic-sized pools, each of which can be divided into eight lanes of 50 meters in length, or 19 lanes of 25 yards in length. The aquatic center also features a state-of-the-art weight room. Canyonview is home to the UCSD men's and women's water polo teams, as well as the men's and women's swimming and diving programs.
UCSD West Pool Quick Facts:
- Opened February 8, 2006 (Click HERE for the Grand Opening story)
- The new pool is 50 meters by 25 yards
- The pool is seven feet deep throughout
- It holds 680,000 gallons of water
- There is bleacher seating for 1,000
- Includes new weight room and locker rooms
- The architects for the project were Hanna, Gabriel, Wells
- Matthew Wells was the principal architect
- The pool was designed by Aquatic Design Group
- The General Contractor was Taylor-Frager
- The Pool Construction was completed by Mission Pools
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- Heated year-round to 80-85 degrees
- Bleacher seating for 336 and additional seating up to 1,000 total on grass
- Men's and women's locker rooms with showers
- Lights on the deck accommodate night use
- Diving area consists of one five-meter platform, two three-meter platforms, and two one-meter platforms
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- From Interstate 5, Exit Genesee Ave.
- Head east on Genesee
- Turn right (west) on Campus Point Drive
- Turn right on Voigt Drive.
- Park in lots 510, 701, or 403 or 506. Canyonview Pool is on the north side of Voigt Drive and west of lot 510.
- Parking permits required Monday - Friday only.


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July 01, 2000
Although new, high-performance windows are the ideal, simply putting up storm windows in the wintertime can be a very effective alternative.
Putting up storm windows on an older home can do more than simply protect the windows from storm damage, and even more than cut down on conductive heat loss. It can also significantly reduce air infiltration. This fact was recently demonstrated by a team of researchers at Oak Ridge National Laboratory who fitted two single-glazed, double-hung sash windows with storm windows, put the assemblies in a simulated weather chamber, and measured air pressure and temperatures on both sides of each assembly for a period of 30 days. The results showed that air infiltration is indeed reduced with storm window additions. The researchers began this project with the goal of improving how National Energy Audit Tool (NEAT) energy analysis software accounts for the addition of storm windows. According to NEAT developer Mike Gettings, previous versions of the software analyzed storm windows only on the basis of conductive heat transfer. Version 7.0, which at press time was expected to be released in beta version in June 2000, will also incorporate air infiltration as a variable in the analysis equations. (Radiative heat transfer, incidentally, is already accounted for in the software and didn&...
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