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FORT WORTH, Texas – No. 20 Cal State Fullerton extended its winning streak to eight games, and completed the sweep of No. 22 TCU with a 7-0 victory on Sunday afternoon at Lupton Stadium.
The Titans' 8-0 start matches their best start to the season since the 2003 squad also opened the year with a record of 8-0.
Once again, Cal State Fullerton pounced early behind a stellar pitching effort from its starter.
Wiest (1-0) delivered a solid outing on the mound, tossing seven and 1/3 shutout innings, and allowing just four hits while fanning five. Wiest faced the minimum through four innings, aided by two double plays from the Titan defense.
For the eighth consecutive game, Cal State Fullerton scored first when Michael Lorenzen launched a triple into the right field corner to lead off the second. The Titans were able to get him home courtesy of Greg Velazquez's sacrifice fly.
The Titans doubled their lead in the third as CSF capitalized once again when the leadoff batter, Austin Diemer, reached. Diemer singled to center, and moved to third on a stolen base and wild pitch. He scored to give the Titans a 2-0 lead as Matt Chapman challenged the TCU defense with a RBI bunt single placed down the third base line.
In the fourth two base hits and some inconsistent pitching from the Frogs allowed the Titans to bat around in the frame as well as tag on three additional runs en route to a 5-0 advantage. Lorenzen and Chad Wallach led off the inning with back-to-back base hits, before TCU starter Alex Young loaded the bases by walking Richy Pedroza. A diving catch in center field kept the Titans off the scoreboard momentarily, before Diemer's fielder's choice allowed Lorenzen to score.
Young then issued a four-pitch walk to Pedroza to load the bases once again, and his first pitch to Carlos Lopez plunked Fullerton's first baseman forcing in a second run. TCU then went to its bullpen with right-hander Nick Frey. He battled to a full count with Chapman, but issued ball four to force in the Titans' fifth run of the game.
The Titans added two more runs in the ninth with right-hander Andrew Mitchell pitching in relief for the Frogs. After being issued a walk, Diemer stole second moved to third on a groundout and scored on Lopez's infield RBI single. Lopez scored the second run of the ninth after moving all the way to third on a throwing error, before scoring on a passed ball.
Young (0-1) took the loss for TCU after allowing five runs on six hits and two walks in three and 2/3 innings on the mound.
Chapman finished his day with a 3-for-4 effort, driving in two runs, while Lorenzen hit 2-for-4 with two runs scored.
Cal State Fullerton returns to action on Friday, to begin a three-game series with No. 14 Oregon at Goodwin Field.
Notes: Fullerton has scored first in all eight of its games in 2013…the Titans' 8-0 start is the best for the program since 2003, when Fullerton opened the year with a record of 8-0…the Titans and Frogs have played a three-game series against one another for six straight years dating back to 2008, with the Titans winning in 2008, 2011, 2012 and 2013…2013 is the first time either team has swept the series since 2008. The Titans do have a series sweep against the Frogs from 1987, when the clubs met for the first time in Fullerton…Fullerton's eight-game win streak is its longest winning streak since winning nine games from March 25-April 5, 2011…the Titans outscored the Frogs 20-4 during the three-game series…Cal State Fullerton never trailed in the series, and the Titans have not trailed since the seventh inning in the first game of the doubleheader vs. Nebraska on Feb. 16…the Titans shut out their second opponent of 2013 (first vs. Nebraska, Gm 2, Feb. 16).


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Simplify your vending experience with connected cash hardware. Increase machine uptime (and sales) with connectivity.
Simplify your vending experience with connected cash hardware. Increase machine uptime (and sales) with connectivity.
Looking forward to another great year at the NAMA Show? CPI can help you plan your week to make it your best show ever.
CPI and GPGS have developed a solution for mobile's infrastructure and regulatory challenges in the gaming industry.
CPI has analyzed external reports to create a infographic to help you better understand how Europeans handle payment transactions.
Victor from Danemar Trading discusses how bill payment kiosks can improve teller efficiency by 30%.
CPI is a finalist for The Vendies. Read more about why our CPI e-vending™ mobile app was nominated for the Best Payment Systems award.
The "Payment Methods Report" by The Paypers covers industry alternatives. Here are three understated payment trends that didn't receive the headline treatment.
In an automated world, bank tellers still manually handle coins. A focus on financial services would be a better use of their time. Here's the CPI solution.
CPI supports currency acceptance in over 120 nations. Thank you for helping us improve performance, understand actual delivery of updates, and gain insight for future support tools. As always, your valuable feedback enables the CPI team to create and craft better products and experiences. Thanks again.
Crane Payment Innovations (CPI), a Crane Co. Company, has enhanced its BCR coin recycler to meet "OLAF" regulation standards. OLAF, or the European Anti-Fraud Office, investigates fraud against the EU budget, corruption and serious misconduct within the European institutions.
Düsseldorf, Germany (February 21, 2018) – Crane Payment Innovations, a Crane Co. company, is proud to announce the launch of Paypod pay station, the latest innovation in point-of-sale payment automation technology. CPI will showcase their new product at the EuroCIS Trade Fair in Düsseldorf, Germany from February 27-March 1, 2018.
Crane Payment Innovations, a Crane Co. company, is proud to introduce Paypod, an all-new pay station for the retail market that automates payment at the point of sale. CPI will showcase the new product during the upcoming NRF retail show.
Crane Payment Innovations (CPI), the world-wide leader in providing cash payment solutions and a Crane Co. company, today announced that the company has partnered with Locomobi, a leading provider of reliable parking management solutions.
Crane Co. (NYSE:CR), a diversified manufacturer of highly engineered industrial products, announced today that it has completed the previously announced acquisition of Crane Currency.
The acquisition strengthens Crane's technology portfolio with the addition of Microtronic's complementary capabilities to Crane Connectivity Solutions' (CCS) electronic payment and connectivity platform, which is available in the US through Crane Payment Innovations and Crane Merchandising Systems.
CPI to showcase its automated cash management products at the World's #1 Retail Trade Fair: EuroShop

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Nikhil Nagesh Bhat's Long Live Brij Mohan will open the 2017 South Asian International Film Festival presented by HBO that runs at the Landmark Sunshine Theatre in New York City from December 13-17.
Rakhee Sandilya's Ribbon will close the festival and Nabeel Qureshi's Na Maloom Afraad 2 is the Centerpiece Film.
World premieres comprise more than 50% of the line-up, with North American premieres accounting for more than 25%. There are three New York premieres and one international premiere.
The 14th annual festival is scheduled to feature interactive workshops and networking opportunities for industry professionals.
Other features on the roster include Harish Vyas' In English We Say, Danish Renzu's Half Widow, and Avi Vasu's Coma Café. Short films and HBO competitors to be presented include Kartikye Gupta's Please Don't Call The Cops, Sydney Chandrasekara's Cobbler's Dream, and Shetu Modi's The Pits.
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This cottage, in the Haliburton Highlands, offers a very unique beautifully appointed "A" frame cottage situated on a point with 360 degrees of exposure, 2,500 of shoreline frontage with a child friendly sand beach and shallow entry shore.
This is a one of a kind, very private, executive getaway for a family of 5 or 6. The cottage sleeps a maximum of 4 adults. The beautifully appointed interior is stunning with its high ceiling and beautiful views through the windows. The kitchen provides everything you need to prepare amazing meals. The living room overlooking the lake invites decompression and relaxation. In addition to the open concept living and dining room, the main floor hosts another bedroom with a queen bed with direct view on the lake plus a 4-piece bathroom with tub and shower.
There is a private master bedroom in the loft, with an adjacent bedroom with a double bed - suitable for children, plus a 2-piece washroom.
Outside, the property is flat and natural with lots of open space surrounded by mature trees. There is a dock for lounging and enjoying the sun while keeping an eye on the children playing in the water. There is a canoe and a pedal boat for your enjoyment. There is a fire pit at the shore along with the beautiful 360 degrees of sky at night and the sound of the loons to enjoy.
Kawagama Lake sub-watershed flows from Algonquin Park to Trading Bay on Lake of Bays. You can fish for Lake Trout in this unique very deep fresh water lake said to be the cleanest in Ontario. Water toy rentals and boat launch are available from 2 Marinas on the lake.
This cottage is very much adored by it's family members and by everyone who visits. Call us, at Cottage Care Rentals to book this cottage in your name. We'll be delighted to provide additional information and to schedule a block of unforgettable vacation time in your name!
Things To Do
This cottage is approx 50 minutes from the Village of Dorset where you can find all of the cottage supplies you need. Dorset is also the home of Robinson's General Store, which is a must to visit when you are in town. If you want to seek out attractions, there are restaurants, local art and culture, hiking trails, golf and scenic lookouts. For more extensive shopping needs and groceries, the picturesque Village of Haliburton, with its summer festivals, concerts, fairs, and shopping, is approx 1 hour and 20 minutes away
Your team at Cottage Care Rentals "TeamCCR' has an amazing BLOG - filled with cottage inspiration, tips and much more please visit, enjoy and share! https://www.teamccr.com/blog/
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Important guest information:
A Welcome Book, located on the kitchen table, contains important guest information - please ensure you familiarize yourself with its contents, such as:
Should we have to do an emergency clean and/or remove any garbage, fees will be applied per the Terms and Conditions you agreed to.
All of our cottages are checked in between each group of Guests to confirm that everything is in order for your arrival.
You will need to bring proper size life jackets for everyone participating in water activities. Campfire wood is not provided please purchase locally.
The Owner appreciates you enjoying the cottage and we all hope you have a wonderful vacation. He requires an extra liability contract and sign off on house rules. These will be provided during the booking process.
By the dock is a large weatherproof table for 8 and a supreme umbrella.
Depth at the end of the dock is approx. 6'
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There is a deposit required of 30% of the rental rate plus the Service Fee and HST upon booking and we will use your VISA, MC or Discover card for that.
The balance is due 30 days in advance of your arrival by email transfer, post-dated cheque or credit card.
Thank you for choosing us to create your cottage memories!
Last week of summer special: August 24 - Sept 2 Stay for 9 nights and only pay for 8 nights.


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Wisconsin Retirement Planning
Wisconsin retirement planning professionals know you and your retirement planning needs best, because they too are living and working in WI. They enjoy a good festival in Milwaukee as much as you do, follow the Packers religiously, and proudly call themselves cheese heads too. Consider, though, that it is seriously important to perform Wisconsin retirement planning to make sure that you can reach retirement with sufficient money to enjoy yourself.
It is important that you start your Wisconsin retirement planning as early as possible, because the power of compounding interest is increased exponentially with the advantage of time. When time is on your side, your retirement money can work for you and fend off inflation, greatly increased health expenses and a drop in your income, from being retired.
Finding a Wisconsin retirement planning professional involves more than just choosing a credentialed, experienced professional from the great state of WI, though. You will want to find a WI planning professional who can help you tend your financial garden, so your savings grow at a rate higher than you could do all on your own. Specifically, you will want a financial retirement planner who specializes in Wisconsin retirement planning, so you can best meet your goals in the future.
Finding the Right Planner
When choosing a retirement planning professional to give advice with the Wisconsin planning process, you will want to find an individual who is a Certified Financial Planner who is paid fee-only, has no corrective actions against his or her professional record and also has taken a fiduciary oath. You may want someone who has National Association of Securities Dealers credentials as well, so they can weigh in on your stock portfolio.
Any corrective actions should be cleared up prior to you hiring them. The reason you will want a Wisconsin retirement planning professional who is fee-only and has taken a fiduciary oath through their credentialing group is because this ensures that they work for you. A fiduciary oath prevents your professional from working in their own best interest, because this oath requires that they only work in your interest only. In addition, fee-only planners are paid by their clients by the hour or per project for retirement planning.
Other Wisconsin retirement planning professionals are paid a sales commission by their investment and banking company to sell their clients (you) retirement products. This can make it difficult for them to not have conflicts of interest. This occurs because they may become preoccupied with selling products so that they can meet their own survival needs in Wisconsin.
Sorting out Competing Needs
It is possibly most important for you to define what it is you want and expect from your retired years. This will help in the planning process. Wisconsin planners will take into account how much you make and subtract out how much you spend. This is how a Wisconsin planner will determine your cash flow. If it is negative (as in you spend more than you make), they will help you to right that situation.
In addition, they might have you cut expenses, increase your incoming money whether by getting a better job, second job or even taking on freelance and contract work. When they have freed up extra money for you, they might make a plan that funnels this money into your Wisconsin retired plans. It is then time for your planner to get to work on creating a plan that best incorporates your goals. They will create a report that works around your plan.
Meeting Your Goals
Your Wisconsin retirement planning will then provide you with a report. This will detail a plan of action for you to help you best meet your goals. It could be that you need to pay off your debt, change your plans for sending your kids to college. And, it may have you instead working a longer period of time you had first planned on working. It may have some surprises.
It may be that the plan your Wisconsin planner devises helps you to retire earlier than you would have imagined. It could be that you instead will be putting more money into your Roth IRA instead of your 401k. It could be slight changes to your original plans, and this may just take a shift in your own perspective.
Wisconsin retirement planning professionals will report to you on how to make your retired years more pleasant. Hopefully with your own hard work, your planner can make your money work best for you. It is time to think about how you will retire, and think about involving the help of a professional planner to make the most of the money you are making. When you have hired a professional to help you, you will receive a report that delineates your plans.
Wisconsin City Articles
- Appleton Retirement Planning
- Appleton Retirement Planning
- Eau Claire Retirement Planning
- Green Bay Retirement Planning
- Janesville Retirement Planning
- Madison Retirement Planning
- Milwaukee Retirement Planning
- Neenah Retirement Planning
- Oshkosh Retirement Planning
- Racine Retirement Planning
- Waukesha Retirement Planning
- Wausau Retirement Planning
- West Allis Retirement Planning
Retirement Planners In Wisconsin
Allan Haupert
AJH Wealth Management13890 Bishop's Drive
Suite 405
Brookfield, WI 53005
Russell Olson, CPWA�
Financial Consulting Services, Inc.1500 River Pines Drive
Green Bay, WI 54311
Todd Glime
Futurity First Wealth Management4321 West College Avenue
Suite 200
Appleton, WI 54914
Andrew Hermsen
Hermsen Wealth Management1200 Centennial Centre Blvd
Suite 300
Hobart, WI 54155
Jeremy Keil
Keil Financial Partners15350 W. National Ave
Suite 214
New Berlin, WI 53151
Dean Hessler
Edelman Financial Engines, LLC2501 West Beltline Highway Suite 103
Madison, WI 53713
Kurt Rozman
Freedom Wealth Alliance675 North Barker Road Suite 220
Brookfield, WI 53045


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This last weekend however, was the best weekend I've had on the bike in a long time. Had a great day out on Saturday with a great bunch of people, and ticked off my first ever Sorrento return trip.
It was a stunning day (as good as it can get for the coldest month of the year..) and a heap of fun.
There was even some horsing around…
Then I backed that up on Sunday with my first off road adventure. The Dirty Deeds Urban CX Series has been building up a following in Melbourne, and I went along to watch last month. It looked like a tonne of fun, so I set about finding myself a 'cross bike to borrow so I could get muddy at the next one!
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There was a lot of mud, there were several 'OH CRAP' moments thinking I was going to stack it, and there was 40 minutes of PAIN! All for 9.9kms of racing! Running up muddy hills, flying mounts and dismounts, jumping barriers, trying to figure out how the hell to use MTB pedals, it's all a part of the CX fun.
I'm happy to report I came away with the Womens CX Category Win, but it was a hard fight and I couldn't let up for a minute. Well done to the other girls racing! Especially SKCC Dev Squad Member Nadine Le Mescam for pushing the pace right from the start, but unfortunately she stacked on the last lap to get overtaken, still got 3rd though which is awesome! We're definitely in the minority, but hopefully some more will be encouraged to come out and play in the mud.
I'm already keen for the next one, and am hoping I can work on my appalling technical skills to help me go that bit faster. That, plus starting up the front instead of the 2nd back row, I hope will give me a chance at finishing on the same lap as the Men's B winners. Maybe even try for a top 10!
Big big ups to all of the sponsors, organisors, and everyone involved in putting the race together. A lot of work goes in to the race, the reports, the course!! If it weren't for all these guys the almost 200 strong field couldn't have competed.


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In March this year we had been on a brief trip to Adelaide, capital city of South Australia. Adelaide is about 1250 km from Sydney and is well connected by air to Sydney. But we preferred to go by train, Indian Pacific that runs between Sydney and Perth via Adelaide, a total distance of 4352 km. linking the two big oceans, Indian and Pacific. This is a luxury train with three levels of service, Platinum, Gold and Red. We have chosen the Gold service and had a spacious twin berth sleeper cabin with en-suite facilities, for our overnight journey. In each carriage there was a hospitality staff member, who makes the beds, changes sheets and takes care of other services in the carriage. Each carriage has a well stocked pantry where tea and coffee can be prepared by the guests 24 hours. Besides the shower and toilet in the cabins there is also a common toilet and shower in each carriage. There were nine cabins in our carriage. For gold and platinum class of guests, there is a special restaurant, Queen Adelaide Restaurant, where the complimentary meals and breakfast are served. There is also a special relaxing lounge for the gold and platinum guests, called Outback Explorer Lounge, equipped with a bar. The train had facilities to carry the cars of guests and is so long that in Sydney Central, it is split in two sections and stationed in two adjacent platforms, and later joined together at the time of departure. At Broken Hill where the train halted for nearly two hours guests could disembark in stages only. The train is around 700 metres long and has around 25 carriages excluding locomotives and motorail and travels at an average speed of 85 km/hour.
The train runs once a week on Wednesdays from Sydney. On 6th February 2013, we took the train and it left Sydney at 2:55 pm. The next stop was only next morning at 6:20 am at Broken Hill. The previous night we had dinner at the Queen Adelaide Restaurant. On our request the chef made special cheese and salad sandwich, which we preferred to the salad in the menu. The same way the next day for lunch the chef prepared special vegetarian noodles instead of the dish on the menu. On the whole the chef and the staff were courteous and helpful, that made the journey all the more enjoyable. At Broken Hill, we disembarked and went round the town for an hour, preferring walking around to an optional whistle-stop coach tour for an hour around the city and surroundings that Railways offered. Broken Hill is a mining town in the desert, famous for silver and lead mining. After Broken Hill, the next stop was Adelaide Parklands terminal only, which it reached at 3.05 pm. It was a very relaxing experience to watch the passing scenery from the luxury of your exclusive cabin hearing your favourite music. On the whole a very pleasant comfortable journey. The photos of the train journey and the halt at Broken Hill can be viewed at http://www.flickr.com/photos/sam-sekar/sets/72157632756530088/
In Adelaide we went on two day-tours, which we had booked earlier through Viator. The first one was Riverboat lunch cruise on Murray River. The tour coach picked us up at 9:15 am and took us to Murray Bridge, where we boarded the houseboat, Proud Mary. Proud Mary has spacious cabins, to cater to those taking 2, 3, 5 days' tours. It has a spacious open deck, bar and dining area besides the deck housing the cabins. As the boat slowly meandered through the river making way to Mannum, another riverside town we just relaxed in the upper deck, watching the stark cliffs, River Red Gums and the flitting birds. Rajam took a turn at the steering wheel under the watchful eye of the captain. In Mannum we landed and were taken to a look out from where we had a grand view of the winding river as well as the boats and canoes anchored in the shores and plying in the waters. Then after a stroll round the town and waterfront we got back to the boat for the return trip. We had a buffet lunch on board and were happy to know that the chef was from Punjab and another kitchen staff was from Sri Lanka. The return to Adelaide was through Adelaide hills where there was a brief stop for tea at the toy factory, Gumercha. 18 metre high giant rocking toy-horse is the attraction here and one can have a good view of the hills from its top. Only few climbed to the viewing platform at the top of the horse and Rajam was one of them. There is an animal park attached to the toy factory where a few animals and birds could be viewed. We returned to Adelaide at 5:15 pm. The photos of the Riverboat cruise can be seen at http://www.flickr.com/photos/sam-sekar/sets/72157632756201584/
The next day we went on the day tour to Kangaroo island. It was a 16 hour tour from 6:15 am (hotel pick-up) to 10:30 pm (hotel drop). Kangaroo island is the third largest island of Australia, and it lies southwest of Adelaide. By coach we reached Cape Jervis, where we boarded a SeaLink ferry, which runs regular service between mainland and the island. It is a multi-deck ferry in which lower deck is reserved for cars and caravans, which many holidaymakers take with them. The distance between Cape Jervis and Penneshaw, our landing point is 13 km. At Penneshaw a coach picked us up for the tour of the island. After nearly an hour's drive we reached Seal Bay, which is the breeding colony of Australian sea-lions. It is a conservation park and we had ample opportunity to watch the seals bask in the sunshine and swim in the sea, in singles and in groups. A parks officer kept a watchful eye to see we don't get too close nor feed them. There is also a lookout which gives a panoramic view of the sea, sands and seals. From there we went to Hanson Bay to catch a sight of the koalas and birds, which were just resting on the tree tops because of the very warm weather.
Because of the hot weather all the way so far, we couldn't see any animals on our way. But as we neared the Remarkable Rocks, it started drizzling. This made the walk up the steep incline to Rocks a bit slippery and so, many including Rajam did not take risk to climb up. I took the risk and the sight was quite rewarding. Only I didn't go round the rocks because that will be testing my luck too much. So when it came to the next rock formation through wind and erosion that was almost touching the sea, called Admirals Arch, I did not go all the way down to the arch but was content with a three quarter walk down the winding pathway and then returned back to another lookout for a glimpse of the distant breeding ground of New Zealand Fur Seals. Because of the rains, on our return through the Flinders Chase National Park, we were rewarded with the sight of more than a score of Kangaroos in pairs, groups and singles as well as the stray Echidna and Wallaby. My regret is none of them posed long enough for me to catch them in my camera. The complimentary lunch was earlier in a Bistro where besides fruits, we had a puff cum cutlet, prepared specially for Vegetarians, and served on the basis of the special token we were given earlier. We returned via ferry and coach to the hotel, very tired but exhilarated. The photos of Kangaroo island tour can be seen at http://www.flickr.com/photos/sam-sekar/sets/72157632745040397/
We stayed in Hotel Grand Chancellor on Currie, which we had booked through Webjet. The hotel does not have an impressive frontage, but the rooms were spacious and cosy and the staff were very helpful. What is more to our liking is the hotel is close to Subway, 24 hour McCafe, 3 Indian restaurants, one of them south Indian, the bus stop and Tramway. The next day, we were on our own exploring Adelaide by bus, tram and by walk. Being a Sunday it is all-day free-travel, by bus and tram for seniors, for which we had earlier taken the token. Adelaide is a well-laid beautiful city with broad clean roads and vast park-lands and walking around it was a pleasure. After walking around visiting the art gallery and botanical garden, we went on a cruise in the Torrens River. Then we took the tram to Glenelg, where we relaxed in the beautiful beach watching the ladies playing beach volleyball and men fishing from the the jetty. The next day we returned to Sydney, this time by JetStar flight with lots of happy memories, a few photos and making plans for the next trip. The photos of Adelaide city can be viewed at http://www.flickr.com/photos/sam-sekar/sets/72157632749003430/


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Archive for December, 2013
By: Amy Battles: Mercer Landmark Agronomist
Back in 2011 Iowa State University identified that western corn rootworm could break through the efficacy of the Bt toxin Cry3Bb1. Aaron Gassmann, an entomologist for Iowa State University Extension discovered the mCry3A Bt toxin is also showing rootworm resistance. He stated, "The practice of continuous corn and the repeated use of hybrids with the single toxin in fields likely contributed to the control breakdown in all cases."
So where does this leave us when it comes to Bt rootworm toxins that are not resistant? There are still two western corn rootworm Bt proteins that do not have confirmed resistance, the most common is Cry34/35Ab1, which can be found in SmartStax hybrids, as well as in the Herculex Trait family, and the Optimum Trait Family. This toxin however has shown some weakness in the field according to Gassman. The other Bt protein is new to the market this year, eCry3.1Ab, which is offered in the Agrisure Duracade trait stack from Syngenta. As I stated in my last blog post, Agrisure Duracde is "the only CRW trait on the market that was launched with the idea of insect resistance management in mind; it is only available stacked with a second corn rootworm trait."
Although resistance has not been confirmed in Ohio, it is important to take preventative measures when it comes to managing corn rootworms. Below are a few recommendations from Aaron Gassmann and Janet Knodel, an entomologist at North Dakota State University Extension:
- Avoid planting continuous corn, rotate to a non-host crop such as soybeans.
- Control volunteer corn and grassy weed hosts.
- Rotate different Bt corn hybrids, preferably with more than one Cry protein (such as Duracade or SmartStax hybrids).
- Consider using a granular soil insecticide at planting.
- Monitor the efficacy of control on YOUR farm. Dig up some plants and evaluate your corn roots.
If you have questions on how aggressive your current seed and insecticide plan is in regards to keeping rootworm resistance out of your fields talk with your local Mercer Landmark Agronomist today. Don't let our traits wear out their welcome!
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By: Ben Stoller – Mercer Landmark Agronomist
Purdue University and Ohio State University Extension have an updated fact sheet Marestail control. As most populations Marestail populations have been found to be glyphosate resistant, special consideration and action must be taken for effective control.
Dr. Mark Loux from Ohio State and Dr. Bill Johnson from Purdue have partnered to create a comprehensive guide to help identify and control this threat.
Early identification and herbicide application, as well as herbicide selection is critical to realizing good control.
In addition to the updated marestail control information, one can download the following (and other) forms for free:
- Herbicide Classification Chart: classified herbicides by premixes and site of action
- Ohio Pigweed/Amaranth Identification: helpful tool in differentiating pigweeds
- POST Management of giant ragweed in RR soybeans: field summary of field research comparing OSU and grower practices.
- 2014 Herbicide Update for Corn, Soybeans and Wheat: practical explanation of herbicides' performance.
Growers can download several fact sheets for free from the OSU Extension Weed Science department at the following link http://agcrops.osu.edu/specialists/weeds. You and your Mercer Landmark Agronomist can also order some articles free from OSU extension.
Please contact your Mercer Landmark Agronomist for assistance in controlling these troublesome resistant weeds.
In case you did not receive a postcard in the mail or saw it advertised on the website, mark your calendar for January 14th, 2014. We will once again be hosting our winter marketing meeting. This article that was posted an Ag Web today is a great pre cursor to this year's meeting topic which is "Grain marketing is simple". "It's just not easy." We hope that you all will be able to join us for a very informative and exciting meeting on January 14th.
5 Grain Market Lessons Learned in 2013
By: Sara Schafer, AgWeb.com Business and Crops Online Editor
As the last few days of December 2013 fly by, it's a great time to reflect on the past 12 months. Farmers had an interesting year, one that provided some key learning opportunities.
Before we put this year to bed, let's think about what lessons 2013 provided that will be useful in the coming years. To do so, we polled four market analysts. Here is what they learned.
Lesson #1: In 2013, the best time to sell your grain was yesterday.
Kevin Van Trump, president of Farm Direction, says 2013 was the year of "Could of, Should of, Would of…"
"This will go down as one of those years when the markets have caused many producers to kick themselves," he says. "We were lucky enough to make some fantastic early sales up above $6 but in hindsight should've done more and would've done more. But we were a little uncertain about our overall production when we had the opportunity."
Lesson #2: Crops can take a lot more stress than we think.
Late planting plagued much of the Corn Belt, especially in Iowa. Back in July, only 12% of the state's corn crop was ranked excellent. Yet, many were shocked with the markets didn't react to the poor crop seen in Iowa.
But as the season progressed, the crops made a big turnaround. "The 2013 growing season will be remembered for how well crops did despite cool temperatures in July and a hot and dry August," says Ted Seifried, vice president of Zaner Ag Hedge. "Genetics have really come a long way."
Rich Nelson, chief strategist at Allendale, agrees. "The corn and soybean crops fared much better than expected," he says. As always, it never pays to count your chickens before they are hatched.
Lesson #3: Don't underestimate the hungry dragon.
China continues to be a major player in global grain consumption, says Tim Hannagan, grain analyst at Walsh Trading.
"Their massive needs for high-protein crops challenged the world's record bean production to keep pace with their demand," he says. "2014 will be the same challenge."
Lesson #4: Markets can change fast.
"The most interesting feature for us was how quickly the market was able to price ration corn demand at record highs in a down economy and how slowly demand has been to come back at lower corn prices," Seifried says.
"2013 has been a lesson in how the strength or weakness of the world economy affects the elasticity of grain demand," he says.
Lesson #5: Easy money in grain production may be over.
For the past few years, farmers who forward contracted their grain missed the major price rallies. It was literally better to do nothing when it came to marketing. But Nelson doesn't think that will be the case in the future.
"Unless you are in the middle of a 30-year drought," he says, "you must market your crops and take advantage of high prices while they last. 2013 will also be remembered as the transition period back to normal prices from the 2010 – 2012 production years."
Dairy Herd Network | Updated: 11/14/2013
The health of dairy cows after giving birth plays a big factor in the quantity and quality of the milk the cows produce. Now, researchers at the University of Missouri have found that subclinical hypocalcemia, which is the condition of having low levels of calcium in the blood and occurs in many cows after giving birth, is related to higher levels of fat in the liver.
John Middleton, a professor in the MU College of Veterinary Medicine, says these higher levels of fat are often precursors to future health problems in cows.
"We found that about 50 percent of dairy cows suffered subclinical hypocalcemia and subsequent higher levels of fat in the liver after giving birth to their calves," Middleton said. "These higher levels of fat in the liver are often tied to health problems in dairy cows, including increased risk for uterus and mammary infections as well as ketosis, which is a condition that results in the cows expending more energy than they are taking in through their diet. All of these conditions can decrease the amount of milk these dairy cows will produce."
Middleton, along with Jim Spain, professor of dairy nutrition at the University of Missouri, studied 100 dairy cows over two years to determine how subclinical hypocalcemia affected the health of the cows after they gave birth. Previous research done at MU has found that these issues also have a negative impact on cow fertility and reproduction.
While the researchers did not find any direct links to health problems, they say correlations with higher levels of fat in the liver call for further research into the health implications of low blood calcium levels. To maximize the health of the cows and the amount of quality milk dairy cows produce, Middleton recommends paying close attention to dietary management in the late dry/early lactating period as well as providing supplemental sources of calcium during early lactation for cows at risk for subclinical hypocalcemia.
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Most would say that a bountiful harvest was due to a great string of weather. While that might be true to an extent, we all know there's much more to that equation. Prosperous farmers of today know they cannot get by on luck alone – there has to be a plan.
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You can still achieve decent prices for just-harvested crops, but you'll have to work at it. Here's some advice.
The word across farm country is that most corn left the field and went straight to the bin. Marketing experts agree that you need a plan for that grain.
These comments are experts from a recent Top Producer article that features analysis and commentary from 15 ag market analysts. Read the full article: They Say It's a Bear Market
Jeff Beal, Gulke Group
For just-harvested corn, farmers should focus on selling for the carry and padding their income by selling call options. Soybeans also face lower price pressure, but demand from China might continue to provide price support, at least in the near term. The inverted soybean market says farmers should sell now.
Without an unforeseen demand catalyst, we'll have to rely on a weather-induced supply shock somewhere to get back to $6 corn and $15 soybeans.
Naomi Blohm, Stewart-Peterson
Global ending stocks for corn are the highest in 10 years, and this keeps prices on the defensive, allowing futures to test $4 per bushel. When we're in a doom and gloom scenario, typically fundamental news emerges and turns the market around.
At this time, farmers should view any rally as a selling opportunity. Prepare for both bullish and bearish scenarios. Make incremental sales as prices go to the high end of ranges. If prices break through technical resistance, plan to re-own the crop. Finally, establish price levels for making cash sales.
Richard Brock, Brock Associates
Commodity prices are cyclical, and the current downside price cycle is not yet complete. It will likely run through January. Once a bottom is discovered, both corn and soybeans will enter a base-building phase that could take anywhere from a few months to three years to achieve.
For corn, we have been heavily priced in short futures for months and will be looking to take profits soon. To price remaining corn, we will look for basis improvements between now and March. Soybeans will feel negative price pressure from sharp production increases in South America.
Alan Brugler, Brugler Marketing
Huge ending stocks for corn will cap rallies, but most producers are well financed and can wait for those rallies.
When price targets are hit, farmers should scale up sales. Options spreads and cash market equivalents are probably the best ways to ride out market volatility. There will be decent returns to on-farm corn storage, but you have to set a price to earn the carry. Simultaneous gains in both basis and price are rare, making cash-grain-only marketing difficult to do well.
Mark Gold, Top Third Ag Marketing
Since 1983 corn has not made lows in October, and it is more likely to make the lows in November or December. The government shutdown delayed USDA's crop production estimates and opened the door for a bearish report.
I suggest selling the bushels above your average production history and maintaining corn put options for any unsold grain. If you are trying to capture the carry, you must sell the deferred contract to lock it in. With no carry in the market, farmers should sell soybeans at harvest and re-own the crop with call options when technical indicators turn friendly.
Dustin Johnson, EHedger
In order to prevent a 2.5 billion bushel carry-out, the price of corn needs to drop to boost demand. Additionally, crop insurance has incentivized growers to hold off on marketing their crop. This has created a record amount of un priced grain, but the market will keep prices on the defensive.
Cash corn will likely hit $3.50 in the first half of 2014, barring major weather or geopolitical concerns. The biggest mistake growers can make is to store grain without price protection. One way to protect yourself is to be 100% sold and re-own grain with call options.
Randy Martinson, Progressive Ag
Corn has been trading close to major support due to strong yields and poor demand, but it might be near its bottom. Farmers should look at selling the carry and lock in basis levels when they become attractive. If a post-harvest rally materializes, consider setting a floor with put options.
Mike North, First Capital Ag
Producers are heavily exposed with less grain forward sold and will rely on access to storage and strong working capital to carry them. Come late winter/early spring, producers will need cash, adding pressure to the market.
Don't get caught in this trap. Storage should only be used on bushels forward sold. Capture the carry and move on. Buyers will have little motivation to chase markets. Corn in 2014 should be sold on coming rallies, with put options used on unsold bushels. This combines downside protection with upside opportunity.
Bob Utterback, Utterback Marketing
Production costs are set to remain high for all of 2014. Unless Mother Nature causes a drought in a major global production area, I expect prices next fall well below break-even.
My solution calls for a strategy of selling the carry in the market and managing spreads. Farmers should consider selling out-of-the-money puts to raise the net selling price and roll short futures into long puts next spring if there are any solid signs of a major yield reduction event. I would rather try this approach than take out loans, put your money in the ground, raise and store the crops and hope to get back to profitability by the spring of 2015.


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Undeterred by failure to land Falcon 9 rocket on a drone ship, SpaceX, US private rocket launch service is seeking to launch a massive network of satellites with the aim of providing high-speed global internet coverage, revealed regulatory filings of the company.
According to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) filing, SpaceX seeks to launch 4,425 satellites into space to create a gigantic network of SpaceX satellites, Reuters reported.
Currently there are about 1,419 satellites and the number by SpaceX is three times more, said Union of Concerned Scientists, CNBC reported.
Though the document did not contain any technical details, cost estimates or financial plans, Elon Musk, the owner of the company had previously said that it could cost least $10 billion.
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"The system is designed to provide a wide range of broadband and communications services for residential, commercial, institutional, government and professional users worldwide," SpaceX said in the FCC filing.
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Having your hair in a braid is perfect for spring/summer. So why not add a little twist to the old, conventional braid? It's easy and you'll have people pondering over it. Here's how you get it :-
Step 1– Comb your hair out with a brush or a wide tooth comb to make sure that your hair is free of knots and tangles. You could try this hairstyle with freshly washed & dried hair or even with second day hair.Step 2– Divide your hair into three sections like you would for a normal braid. However, for this one make sure that the middle section is thicker than the other 2 sections, which should be sectioned approximately equally.
Step 3– Now leave the side sections and braid the middle section like you would in a normal braid.
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WSO2 WSAS-3.2.0 is the latest version of WSO2 Web Services Application Server which consists of some new features as well as a lot of bug fixes. Hierarchical service deployment is one of the new features included in the latest WSAS.
Hierarchical service deployment model allows you to deploy two (or more) different versions of the same service in a very easy manner.
Lets see how multiple versions of the same services can be deployed on WSAS-3.2.0
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Step 1
Start WSO2 WSAS by running wso2server.sh{bat} from WSAS_HOME/bin
Access management console using https://localhost:9443/carbon and log in with the default credentials(admin/admin)
Select Axis2 Service from the left navigation menu.
You will notice there is an input text box, Service Hierarchy. Here you can specify a service path. eg:- /marketing/test
Browse a service archive (eg:- Axis2Service.aar) in your local file system and click on Upload.
The service will be deployed successfully, go to the service list page and you will the service is listed there as follows. The service name is prefixed with the hierarchy path you have given when deploying the service (marketing/test/Axis2Service)
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Now, we are going to deploy a different version of the same Axis2Service. Access the Manage --> Services --> Add --> Axis2 Service page and specify a new service hierarchy (eg:- /sales/test)
Browse the same service archive which have deployed in the previous step (Axis2Service.aar) and click on upload.
Now, you will notice a different version of the same service, sales/test/Axis2Service listed in the service management page.
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The last week of 2011 was a record breaker for both iOS and Android devices, as well as the apps owners download to them. According to Flurry, between December 25-31 over 1 billion apps were downloaded for the first time. The record was actually set at around 1.2 billion apps.
That shouldn't be too surprising considering some of the most popular gifts under the tree were running Android or iOS. There was always going to be a spike in device activations come the 25th, and around 6.8 million new gadgets got turned on for the first time that day. Flurry logged 242 million app downloads on Christmas day too.
The number of apps being downloaded actually grew as we progressed through the weeks of December. From December 4-17 the average was 750 million per week. That then jumped to 857 million for the 18-24th period, before spiking to 1.2 billion in the run up to the new year.
What's also interesting is where all those app downloads are originating from. The U.S. leads the way with 509 million downloads. A distant second is China with 99 million, and the UK rounds out the top three with 81 million. After that no country gets much higher than 40 million apps.
And what is the prediction for 2012? With more and more consumers choosing to pick up an Android or iOS phone or tablet, breaking the 1 billion downloads barrier for apps is set to become the norm every week. That certainly bodes well for developers offering apps through Apple's and Google's app stores.
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Every car on the road has an exhaust pipe spring that allows the exhaust system to have a certain amount of flex. As the car is moving over bumps in the road, these vibrations move through the entire car, including the exhaust system. To stop the exhaust system breaking at its welded joints, the exhaust pipe spring is utilized to absorb the movement in the exhaust system. Without this spring the exhaust system would degrade very quickly and it would need to be replaced or repaired much more often than necessary.
Exhaust pipe springs are usually fitted between the components of the exhaust, such as the silencer box and the piping, to allow flexing between the components. Without the spring, which is held in place by a bolt running through its centre connecting the two parts, the constant bending backwards and forwards of the metal would cause the exhaust to break. This is why this spring was introduced in cars to alleviate this breakage.
Most vehicles employ the use of an exhaust pipe spring to maintain the integrity of the exhaust system as a damaged exhaust system that does not work efficiently will mean the car can lose power, and also that the harmful emissions are often not being funneled through the catalytic converter and are thus harming the environment. Make sure that your car exhaust system is secured by an exhaust pipe spring and you will be assured that your exhaust will last a long time. When you hear a knocking coming from the exhaust system it might mean that you require a new exhaust pipe spring. Alternatively, ask your mechanic to check if you need an exhaust pipe spring when the car is in for its annual service.


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These wheels are designed specifically for the Japanese and US market, so are therefore not available in the UK. They have the same reputation in these markets however, as a leading wheel manufacturer. They are used by many of Japan's top tuners like Espirit and Bozz performance.
The Prodrive GC06H wheels are a 6 spoke design with a true JDM feel. One spoke is embossed with the Prodrive logo and creates a quality feel to these rims. Strength and weight are always a concern for wheel manufacturers and Prodrive have developed their range of road wheels with these factors in mind.
Prodrive GC series of wheels is manufactured in Japan using a unique patented forging technology to achieve the optimal balance between wheel strength and weight. The GC series are the lightest wheels in the Prodrive range, and like all others, combine durability with performance handling.
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I didn't see this one posted. This is a small campaign for 2 craggy stone plinths cast in resin for CA$ 34, with a stretch goal of a castle balcony design. It's in the last 2 days and very close to funding.
link: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/ravengarfield/scenic-resin-plinths-for-instant-vignettes-and-displays
By philipjreed
Our big office project is Car Wars Sixth Edition, a completely new edition of the classic game of autoduelling.
The project launches tomorrow morning and runs through January 6th. We're running pre-campaign stretch goals based on number of followers to this page: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/sjgames/car-wars-sixth-edition-by-steve-jackson-games
One last pre-campaign stretch goal remains to unlock.
Any questions? Please ask away and I'll answer as best I can.
By Disciple of Sakura
Kobolds Vs. Goblins is a game designed, tested, built and played by my son Max and me (You saw him in the video). The concept was something we came up with for a contest on The Game Crafter using roll & write mechanics. What we ended up making was a fast and fun game that can be played by people of any age. It's quick and easy to learn and setup is as easy as opening the box.
Max and I decided that people shouldn't be forced to buy our game just to play it. So, you are free to download the full color print and play version of the game using this link. FREE PRINT AND PLAY (including solo mode) You'll need 6 normal D6 dice and something to mark the paper. (For prototyping, we used clear cubes, but pencil with eraser will work also)
I'll admit... I have no idea how those of you who share KS from others include all the details and fancy stuff. I clearly didn't do this correctly. Munchkin Metropolis traditionally does woodcrafting, and I've been very satisfied with the quality and production time that's come from my prior interactions with him. Figured I'd try and get the word out about his current KS, which he developed with his son.
By Gadgetman!
It was the Baron himself who nailed up the poster in Midlam the town square.
WANTED: LADY WILDWOOD and sundry associated gang members - For Murder, extortion, petty theft and highway robbery. REWARD - 10 Gold Coins for Lady Wildwood and 1 Gold Coin per gang member.
Speculation and rumour was rife! Who were these new Bandits that were plaguing Midlam? Who was the mysterious and dangerous Lady Wildwood? It seemed that the town had been under siege, first from Captain Grief's Gang and then the Hobgoblin Rainding Party, and now this gang of merciless women!
Bounty hunters muttered in dark corners of Inns, looking for information and squads of Town Guard regularly marched out into the surrounding countryside in their pursuit.
But still the robberies and raids continued...
Waylaid by Bandits Volume Two
A gang of eleven 28mm scale bandits, thugs and ruffians, lead by the Notorious Lady Wildwood, for all of your fantasy miniature games.
Waylaid by Bandits Volume One
You can also, should you wish, include our first bandit gang with your pledge. Captain Grief's Gang is a series of of eleven 28mm scale bandits, thugs and ruffians, including the original stretch goal 'George the Grind'. You could then mix and match your bandits or have them as deadly rivals!
Waylaid by Bandits Volume One
It's only an 11 day project, so hury up and back.
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Top Story: Baltimore Riots
^The woman folks are calling Mother-of-the-Year^
On April 19, a black 25-year-old named Freddie Gray died of an unexplained spinal cord injury he got while in police custody.
After his death, mostly peaceful protests broke out. However, this past weekend protests turned violent, and 16 Baltimore demonstrators were arrested, along with at least 60 in New York. After Gray's funeral on Monday, there were riots.
It got so bad that Maryland's governor declared a state of emergency, called in the National Guard, and the city's mayor set a curfew. Some protestors were throwing rocks, looting local businesses, and setting cars on fire. Police responded with tear gas and 15 officers were injured.
President Obama condemned the violence, calling it a disservice to peaceful protesters and to Gray's family. He also called for "full transparency and accountability" in the Department of Justice investigation.
Under the Radar: Bud Light #UpForWhatever
Bud Light's #UpForWhatever campaign set off a media firestorm this week. The campaign encourages drinkers to be up for whatever when drinking their beer, because "you never know where it'll end up."
The tagline says, "The perfect beer for removing 'no' from your vocabulary for the night #UpForWhatever." Since then, there's been a storm of criticism on social media, too, where people are saying that a slogan like that promotes rape culture.
RT if you agree @budlight #UpForWhatever campaign should promote responsible – not reckless – drinking. #NoMeansNo pic.twitter.com/EFxwi2nZ4w
— Nita Lowey (@NitaLowey) April 28, 2015
I am asking @budlight to pull their #UpForWhatever campaign and donate to consent education. http://t.co/FRvjSAUAcC — Lyndsay Kirkham (@Lyndsay_Kirkham) April 28, 2015
Go home Bud Light, you're drunk: http://t.co/97RtK6QcQv
— E! Online (@eonline) April 29, 2015
Please don't be #UpForWhatever. Be "up" for what's important. Up for good people, great times, designated drivers, consent and respect. — The Beeroness (@TheBeeroness) April 28, 2015
Bud Lite Copywriter: Want to proof our new Ad Slogan ideas? CEO: Nah, I'm #UpForWhatever
— Jorja Hudson (@jorjasmic) April 29, 2015
Bud Light withdraws slogan after protests erupt in social media http://t.co/NjSNsDBuaX — The New York Times (@nytimes) April 29, 2015
No means no. We missed the mark and apologize. We've stopped producing this label.
— Bud Light (@budlight) April 30, 2015
On Tuesday, Bud Light's vice president Alexander Lambrecht released the following statement:
The Bud Light Up for Whatever campaign, now in its second year, has inspired millions of consumers to engage with our brand in a positive and light-hearted way. In this spirit, we created more than 140 different scroll messages intended to encourage brand engagement. It's clear that this particular message missed the mark, and we regret it. We would never condone disrespectful or irresponsible behavior. As a result, we have immediately ceased production of this message on all bottles.
While no new bottles will be manufactured with the offensive tagline, the brand has not announced plans to have the beer pulled from store shelves.
Tool of the Week: MKE Park
Many of us live on our smartphones. We check them first thing when we wake up, and right before we go to bed. Many companies have managed to capitalize on this by creating apps that allow us to use our smartphones to make our lives easier.
Apps like Venmo and Squarecash eliminate the hassle of paying friends back. With a simple swipe on our smartphones, we can send money digitally to anyone in the world. Additionally, apps like Lyft and Uber make the process of finding and paying for a cab one seamless and user-friendly experience.
Now there's even an app to help you feed your meter. MKE Park, powered by parent company Parkmobile, is an app that enables users to find and pay for parking spaces around the Milwaukee area.
Users simply park at a traditional meter, now labeled with a MKE Park number on a sticker. They then put that number into the MKE App, and begin their parking "session." The money for parking is automatically taken from the user's credit card they have on file with the app.
Users don't have to deal with the hassle of finding quarters to feed the meter, or using their credit card to make a $2 meter payment. The app also lets you program in exactly how much time you plan to park for, and shows a countdown for how much longer a user has for a parking session.
See a video of Milwaukee residents using the app here:
Would you use this app if they came out with a Boston version?
Around the Hub: Drinko De Mayo
With Cinco De Mayo right around the corner, Boston's Drinko de Mayo bar crawl returns this Saturday, May 2 from 12PM to 7PM.
Tickets are available online. You will need to bring either a printed Eventbrite ticket or show the app on your phone. You can also purchase them at the door on Saturday for $20.00. Tickets include $3 or less drink specials at all the bars, Sombrero, Mustache Necklace, Koozie, fake mustache, Temporary Tattoos, Limbo Contest with prizes for winners, Photo Booth and No Cover at Scheduled Bars.
Bar schedule:
Participants will receive the entire schedule when registered. All the bars will be in the Faneuil Hall and Financial District areas. Crawl in Boston is not releasing the schedule prior to the crawl, as they want to keep the event as exclusive as possible.
Remember to drink responsibly and use public transportation 🙂


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The Original Williams Sonoma Peppermint Bark
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- Summary
Our nostalgic peppermint bark is often copied but never matched in quality or flavor. The once-a-year favorite is crafted using the finest ingredients, including custom-blended Guittard chocolate and triple-distilled oil of peppermint. This "bark" is finished with a snowfall of peppermint candy pieces. The result is an unforgettable holiday confection with a perfect harmony of flavors and textures in every bite.
- Available in 1- or 2-lb. collectible tins.
- Ingredients
- Sugar, unsweetened chocolate (processed with potassium carbonate), cocoa butter, milk, milk fat (butter), corn syrup, vanilla, sunflower lecithin, peppermint oil, natural red color.
- Contains milk. This product is prepared and packaged using machines that may come in contact with wheat/gluten, soy, tree nuts, peanuts.
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This item cannot be shipped to Hawaii but is available for purchase at our Honolulu retail store.
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Rated 1 out of 5 by PumpkinPeppermint from Misleading and deceitful It is NOT "the original" peppermint bark, they changed the recipe and ingredients. It has sunflower lecithin in it now, I'm deathly allergic and can no longer enjoy this bark. It has been a favorite since childhood and the holidays are not the same. Please change back to the TRUE original peppermint bark!Date published: 2019-10-22Rated 1 out of 5 by Elaine from Huge change in product--very disappointed! I was so looking forward to receiving my Peppermint Bark, and it arrived today. This is WAY different than it used to be--the quality has gone way downhill. The bark is VERY thin, and when you break it the white chocolate layer completely separates from the dark chocolate layer. And there are VERY FEW peppermint candy pieces on top (and they were chewy and not crunchy like in the past!)--most pieces didn't have ANY peppermint candy on them! The peppermint flavoring is also VERY light compared to past years. I'm surprised at the huge difference--I miss the thick pieces that were really hard to even break apart, and the abundance of crunchy candy--please go back to your original recipe!Date published: 2019-01-28Rated 2 out of 5 by Alycia from Stale Peppermint Chips! For years and years my family has looooved this bark. This year the tin contained old peppermint, or maybe it was exposed to heat in the factory. The peppermint was completely stale and chewy and made the bark very unenjoyable. I was going to bring one to a work function but decided against it after tasting another box (it was a double order so I assumed same batch). Very disappointing for the price. Two stars... one per layer of delicious chocolate.Date published: 2019-01-18Rated 5 out of 5 by Ziggy MD from My favorite Holiday treat to give and receive. I had to write this review after reading some of the lesser reviews of my favorite Holiday tradition William Sonoma Peppermint Bark. Over the last decade I have spent on average of two hundred dollars every year for family and friends on Peppermint Bark and not once has the quality and consistency of this Delicious treat ever changed. My children believe Santa's elves make it therefore it will continue to be in their stockings every year.Again just wondering after such a long history with my purchases how can there be anything negative except maybe you ate too much! P.S. Love Love the sea salt well done.Date published: 2019-01-11Rated 5 out of 5 by Joe Joe from Can we get it all year????????????? I bought 4 as gifts for family and decided to bring some to work to share. The team loved it and I had to buy 3 more packages...No worries glad to be the star especially with such a fabulous product. Keep it up the best recipe around. Well worth the wait.Date published: 2019-01-10Rated 5 out of 5 by KeenanT from Authentic I've tried other suggested retailers, but the quality doesn't compare. Williams Sonoma bark is Hallmark traditional. The lack of uniformity is what gives it the authentic "handmade" feel. Break it up, place it in a bowl, and it's a hit at any holiday festivity.Date published: 2019-01-10Rated 5 out of 5 by Rodi from Big Hit I just shared this at a New Year's Day party and it was a huge hit with everybody. People loved the flavor and texture and it was gone by the end of the party. Several guests wanted to know where to purchase it. It was delicious.Date published: 2019-01-08Rated 3 out of 5 by Nan254 from Just Not the Same... I have been buying the peppermint bark for the last few years and really enjoyed it. I bought a tin at the beginning of the holiday season this year and was disappointed. Not enough peppermint flavor, the peppermint was scarce and sorta chewy, the chocolate taste was "off", and the pieces were all broken up. I thought maybe it was just a fluke. I read reviews which noted similar issues and WS replied that quality issues came up with some of the goods in transit. So I just shrugged it off. It happens, I guess. Weeks later, I decided to order another tin, figuring I would get a better product. The pieces were still broken up, the peppermint still scarce (but at least not chewy), and the chocolate seemed a little better, but I still couldn't get over the lack of overall peppermint flavor. Something is just different this year. Then today, I bit into a piece and found fuzz or fiber or hair or something that was actually in between the layers of chocolate. Sigh. It was pretty small so I wasn't grossed out or anything, just terribly disappointed. The quality is just not what it used to be. I'll probably pass on this next year. Such a shame, because I really looked forward to it each year.Date published: 2019-01-06
I bought 1lb Original Peppermint bark on April 20, 2019 at the Maine Mall and noticed the best by date as best before April 2019 when I got home. Sales Manager said he could do nothing, that per FDA they should sell for another year! What is the story?Hi Susieq, The best by date is not an expiration date. It is just a recommended sell by date to ensure 100% flavor, texture, and overall best product experience. The product is not expired though, and it is perfectly safe to eat. Williams Sonoma continues to sell product for a year past its best by date.Date published: 2019-12-03
What is the 20th anniversary in reference to?Hi PanicMan, 20th anniversary is in reference to when we first introduced our Peppermint Bark.Date published: 2019-01-28
What is the expiration date of the units that are now discounted? ThanksHi br5874, Shelf life on the peppermint bark is a year. Expiration date would be July 2019, at the earliest.Date published: 2019-02-18
Is the Original Peppermint Bark kosher? There's no label/symbol on the outside of the tin.Hi Anonymous, Our Original Peppermint Bark is not kosher.Date published: 2019-01-20
Over the years I've accumulated a LOT of these tins. Do you perhaps have a refill program? Can I recycle the tins at one of your stores? I do reuse them for cookies and crafts, but it seems like getting my old tin refilled each year would be much better!Hi SKH28, Unfortunately, we do not have a refill or recycle program for our Peppermint Bark tins.Date published: 2019-02-01


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Every fashion week, I look forward to seeing how fashion and music collide. And one of my absolute fav moments this year was Parisian fashion label Maison Kitsuné and Encore! Live Sessions. Both hosted an exclusive soirée on the rooftop of The NoMad Hotel, with live performance by indie synth-pop band Chairlift.
Dressed in the new Maison Kitsuné Spring/Summer 2014 Collection, Chairlift provided a chic soundtrack for the city's finest fashion insiders.
Partygoers sipped on ABSOLUT cocktails with Maison Kitsuné co-founder Gildas Loaëc. Industry favorites Lynn Yaeger and Annabelle Dexter-Jones were also in attendance, amongst others. Beautiful pieces and beautiful music — perfect event!
Take a listen to my fav Chairlift songs. I describe their music in three words: electro ethereal pop.


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By guest writer John Baldwin, student at Oxford Brookes University
Thousands of holidaymakers set to go travelling across the channel to France and Europe are seeing their plans disrupted by the ongoing Channel crossing crisis involving industrial action and illegal migrant activity in Calais. The Foreign Office has already issued advice to all people planning on making the journey to the French port. Eurostar, Eurotunnel and various ferry companies have all been affected by the situation. Here's a quick round-up of how things stand if you're travelling to Europe by road or rail.
Train operators
In terms of travelling to France by train, both Eurostar and Eurotunnel have recently offered to fully compensate customers, although this isn't guaranteed in the terms & conditions of either company. Eurostar's policy is that any delay of over 60 minutes is compensated with discounted or complimentary travel or a refund of at least 12.5% of the ticket price. One-way delays of over 300 minutes have the cost of the journey leg fully refunded, plus free return. Eurotunnel's refund policy is normally based on the type of ticket purchased. Its 'Conditions of Carriage' states that it will consider all requests for a refund, but you're only guaranteed compensation if you've purchased a 'flexi-ticket'. Both companies faced costly delays earlier in June and July, with the latter asking the French and British governments for £7 million in compensation for lost revenue. Passengers can receive news regarding delays and other incidents through frequently updated websites and Twitter pages of both Eurostar and Eurotunnel. The Eurotunnel Leshuttle also has a 24-hour phone line for pre-recorded travel information: +44 (0) 8444 63 00 00.
Ferry operators
With such a large number of companies offering cross-channel services, there's a larger range of refund policies. DFDS Ferries offers a full refund if pre-booked package is cancelled. The company states that no refund will be offered for delay barring 'extraordinary circumstances'. It says recent events fall within this category. The approach by both P&O Ferries and Brittany Ferries is based around the duration of delays faces by passengers when compared with the length of the scheduled journey. P&O offers flexible tickets, allowing customers to board different vessels, although without specific tickets compensation is less likely. Brittany runs alternative routes, with ferries landing elsewhere in France. Condor Ferries is offering an alternative route to passengers, from Poole to St Malo.
Travel tips
Passengers using any of the aforementioned services are advised to plan around potential delays and leave plenty of time before their departure slot. While many ferry companies are offering alternate routes to ports such as Dunkirk of St Malo, and most train companies will allow passengers to reschedule, it is best to check terms and conditions with specific companies beforehand. Finally, as well as the pages run by travel companies, it is worth checking other sites such as Port of Dover for general updates on the situation.
If your train or ferry is cancelled and delayed, you're unlikely to be able to claim for the cost of the journey itself on your travel insurance policy IF the operator provides an alternative, a refund or compensation. Even if there is a likelihood of a claim on your insurance succeeding, remember that in most instances you would have to pay an excess of, typically, £50 or £100 (and with some policies, that will be per person). That might be more than the value of the claim itself. Equally, you will not be able to claim for cancellation if you simply decide not to travel because of the likelihood of disruption to your journey. That said, you may be able to claim for any loss you incur as a result of being delayed. For example, if you are unable to reach your destination on time, you might be able to claim for the cost of some or all of your booked accommodation. You'll need to check the terms and conditions of your policy and talk to your insurer.
Car insurance and breakdown cover
If you're talking the car to France, make sure you have European cover on your car insurance and also consider European breakdown cover.
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