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A Mammogram is a low dose X‐ray examination of the breast/s. The examination is performed by a Radiographer with skills using specially designed equipment. Mammography plays an important part in early detection of breast cancer because it can show changes in the breast before a patient can feel them.
Please ensure the following steps are followed. They will serve to prepare you for your examination and/or procedure.


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It's always great when you get to see some top-notch graduate work. Recent Leeds Metropolitan graduate Christopher Goodwin dropped by the studio this morning to show us his portfolio, and it's full of really great stuff.
He's been doing some work with Dust in Sheffield recently, and is now looking about for his next gig, so if you're hunting for some hot new talent, drop him an email.
posted: 23 September 2009
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Former SEC Head of Enforcement for the Fort Worth Office Settles Conflict of Interest Allegations
|U.S. Attorney's Office January 13, 2012
PLANO, TX—Spencer Barasch, 54, of Dallas, and the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Northern District of Texas have entered into a settlement agreement today resolving federal conflict of interest allegations arising from Barasch's representation of Stanford Financial Group, announced Eastern District of Texas U.S. Attorney John M. Bales. Barasch has agreed to pay a fine of $50,000, which is the maximum civil fine amount for a violation of 18 U.S.C. 207.
According to the settlement agreement, Barasch served as the head of enforcement for the Fort Worth Regional Office of the Securities and Exchange Commission from approximately 1998 through April 2005. As head of enforcement, Barasch was responsible for the review, oversight, and approval of matters under investigation. It is alleged that during Barasch's tenure, Stanford Financial Group made false material representations and omissions of material fact to numerous investors that caused significant financial losses to those investors. It is alleged that Barasch had substantial participation with the Stanford Financial Group investigation while at the SEC: specifically, it is alleged that in August 1998, Barasch directed a preliminary SEC investigation into the activities of Stanford Financial Group to be closed; that in December 2002, Barasch declined a referral from his examination staff to investigate the activities of Stanford Financial Group; and that in fall 2003, Barasch declined to open an investigation into the activities of Stanford Financial Group. Barasch subsequently left the SEC for private practice in April 2005.
Notwithstanding his supervisory position at the SEC and oversight of the investigation of Stanford Financial Group, which restricted him from future private representation of Stanford Financial Group before the SEC, as well as his having been verbally informed that he was unable to represent Stanford Financial Group due to a permanent conflict of interest, it is alleged that Barasch represented Stanford Financial Group in connection with SEC proceedings between September 29, 2006, and December 18, 2006, and made, with the intent to influence, a communication to the SEC. Despite his efforts, Barasch did not obtain any confidential information from the SEC.
Barasch has denied any allegations of wrongdoing.
In assessing the settlement agreement, U.S. Attorney Bales announced that: "We are committed to ensuring that former federal government attorneys and employees adhere to the rigorous ethical standards imposed upon them by law. In this instance, the SEC ethics program worked and Barasch's misguided attempt to represent Stanford Financial Group had no lasting consequence. Even so, there must be zero tolerance for ethical missteps. Today's settlement agreement demonstrates that we will hold those that shirk their professional responsibilities accountable for their conduct."
This case was investigated by special agents with the FBI with the assistance of the Securities and Exchange Commission. The settlement was negotiated by Assistant U.S. Attorneys Shamoil T. Shipchandler and L. Frank Coan, Jr. with the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of Texas on behalf of the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Northern District of Texas.


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Ah, the relationship between teachers and children. Love how you've represented it so beautifully in your arch, Audrey.
Wonderful arch Audrey..
Geweldige arch, Audrey!
Prachtig Audrey
Beautiful arch
Very nice arch!
Adorable! And I love your Amelie postcard - it's one of my favorite movies.
Oh wow this is so lovely.
Fabulous arch.
prachtige arch!!!
Delightful arch
beautiful atc
prachtige arch!
Beautiful arch!
Awww this is so sweet I love it. Wonderful arch :D
Chris xx
Wonderful arch Audrey, such fabulous images too!
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When a girl's life there comes the exciting momentmarriage, you always want to be the most beautiful and original. First and foremost, it chooses a bride - a wedding dress. Modern designers offer a large variety of styles and decor dresses. The most unusual is considered to be a wedding dress with embroidery. The image of the bride becomes a memorable, bright.
Types of embroidery for the decoration of the wedding dress
In our time, the bride often choose modelswedding dresses, decorated with embroidered patterns or beads. Such exclusive expensive outfits for the price. Unable to create exactly the same decoration in the form of embroidery. Figure is small size, but that he is good, that discreetly adorns the bodice and hem. In short model embroidery available on all cards. Different approach to a method of decorating a wedding dress brings its own flavor.
Wedding dress with embroidery - it's stylish, fashionableand incredibly beautiful. Decor on any clothes, and even more so on the wedding decoration, gives a special glamor and splendor. There are two methods of embroidery machines and manually. It is often used surface, cross or cutwork. To decor element of contrasting with the background or other details of dress, use the wizard and white tone threads, beads or colored.
textured embroidery
By the methods of textured finishes include dressesribbons embroidery floss or thread. Created by drawing a three-dimensional image. Used belts can be silk, satin, transparent organza and dense velvet, corduroy. The width of the strips 2 to 80 mm. Tape width 20 mm is not recommended to pass through the fabric, so as not to damage it. Large flowers or other decorations made separately and attached to the ready-made wedding dress. Ribbon Organza used to impart along lightness and volume. With a pattern of dense bands garment becomes richer.
For embroidery embroidery national motives oftenused thread floss. A striking example - Ukrainian style decoration of wedding dresses. Volume, like living flowers, branches, organically looked on a white background. Fashion ivory color in the wedding theme is also an excellent platform to create a man-made masterpieces. Embroidery looks outwardly lush, eye-catching. Bright colors of blue, yellow, red and green thread create an overall picture of the Ukrainian people symbol - poppies, viburnum branches. So there is unity of folk art and the style of the wedding.
To create a greater effect embroidered volumethe composition is often used to combine. For example, when the daisy petals are made of thin white satin ribbons and the core - by the yellow iridescent beads. The combination of tape and cross stitch also creates an interesting effect of fullness pattern. Beads, which acts as a circuit pattern, catches the eye with their shimmering details. Wedding themes can combine with each other different techniques of embroidery.
Traditional ornaments are techniquesembroidery cross. A variety of bright colors, used to create patterns, creates a festive mood. Drawing on a wedding dress with embroidery can contain two colors: blue and white, red and black or several shades, depending on the region or country where the wedding. Patterns that are used to create the pattern, have their values.
For example, branches and vegetation - "treelife ", four pieces of the divided apple - a symbol of love. The interpretation of abstract repeating geometric patterns more to do with the color value and form of figures. To embroider wedding dresses often choose white thread as a sign of tenderness, purity of the bride. Modern sewing equipment can be transferred to the fabric pattern of any complexity. But hand embroidery has been and remains the subject of admiration.
Finishes wedding dresses embroidery
From which option is selected for the finishwedding dress, the overall impression is dependent on apparel. Type of decor chosen based on the type and density of tissue for the wedding dress and designer ideas. Brilliant iridescent material such as satin or silk, can be a bit muted matte, dull embroidery. Volume textured decor looks better on a smooth, denser tissue than lace.
The vertical arrangement of contrasting blackpattern on light background silhouette of a bride will make higher slimmer. Bright embroidery along the contour of the neckline draws attention to the bodice dress, if you want to smooth out the disadvantages of the figure at the bottom. Decor at the waist visually will remove a few centimeters at the waist. Embroidery with gold or silver thread, pearls or rhinestones decoration will make the bride dress elegant and expensive.
Gold embroidery on the skirt and neck area
Sparkling gold thread embroideredwedding dress, create the effect of nobility, wealth. Lush elegant skirt, decorated with ornaments in the form of flowers or smooth lines, will allow the bride to feel like a queen of the day. When decorating the neckline is important not to overdo it. Otherwise the decoration will make the chest girls are more massive than required. Embroidery in gold is not as common. Engineering work is complicated, requires special skills. Therefore, along with gold ornaments valued much more expensive and luxurious and glamorous look.
Black embroidery at the bottom of the dress and corset
Blekvork (black embroidery) is traditionally performedsilk thread on white fabric. To create the effect of volume, while drawing on the bride's dress, use yarn of different thicknesses. The play of light helps to create the illusion of a convex pattern. Extravagant corset black thread embroidery combined with wardrobe items, accessories are the same color. The bottom of the dress, fringed with dark pattern, looks no less beautiful, boldly and defiantly.
White ornamental embroidery on the back
White pattern on the same color of the fabric requiresgreat care and skill. The fabric should be very thin or transparent, then the picture will look airy, gentle. The combination of embroidery and lace makes a bride weightless. To emphasize the beauty of the back, in the back make a deep cut, framed embroidery along the contour. Translucent fabric on which patterns are particularly well visible, attracts the eyes. That there was no surplus in the decoration of the wedding dress embroidery, trying to keep ahead of the minimum amount of decor.
Photo Bride with handmade embroidery
Wedding dress with beautiful embroidery alwaysIt looks very impressive and unique. Even famous designers are increasingly returning to the theme of the decor. Embroidered dresses are updated every year a big hit in the fashion world. There needlewoman, who are willing to work independently on their wedding attire. Hard work rewarded by the admiring glances of others will appreciate the splendor of embroidered wedding dress.


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Winslow pledges to 'make it right' for flood victims in Bethalto
BETHALTO — Bethalto Mayor Alan Winslow is continuing to reassure citizens that infrastructure issues revealed by heavy rains earlier this summer will be rectified.
The flooding caused water damage that led to costly repairs for many Bethalto homeowners.
One resident, Denise Farrell, addressed the Bethalto Village Board Tuesday night, alleging that one potential cause of the flooding — an improperly built detention pond — is the village's fault.
She said she wants the village to "step up to their neglect," stop any development near the pond, and accept responsibility for the water damage.
In August, the village held a meeting to address residents' concerns. Since then, a visual inspection of Bethalto's detention pond led Charles Juneau, an engineer working with the city, to say that the pond may have been built too shallowly.
Farrell said that between requesting documents through the Freedom of Information Act and talking to experts, she believes that the pond has had even more problems from its approval through its construction — including a pipe that may be a full 2 feet too small in diameter.
Farrell tied these errors to long-term neglect on the village's part. Last month, Richard Mersinger, former village fire chief and zoning administrator, was indicted and arrested on four counts of official misconduct, as well as one count of healthcare fraud.
Farrell blamed Mersinger and his overseers, saying, "He was responsible for that, but he had a boss too."
Winslow said that Mersinger was among several officials who oversaw the approval of the detention pond.
For Farrell, if the detention pond is indeed causing the flooding, the consequences have been steep.
She said that she has "had to change the whole build" of her house. This involved removing a walkout, build a retaining wall, bring in dirt, remove a patio, waterproof her house. She said if the area floods again, she'll be replacing parts of her house for the fourth time.
"Who's gonna buy my house?" Farrell asked. "When the insurance denies my claim again because [flooding is] an act of God, it's not. You have to be accountable for what you allow to happen."
For his part, Winslow said that Bethalto is "well on the way to making sure this gets fixed." The village has hired Juneau to present a full engineering report on the pond.
Winslow wouldn't speculate on whether or not the flooding problems may have been caused by negligence. But if they are, he said the village would hold responsible parties "financially responsible." After receiving an engineering report later this month, the village plans to hold a meeting where "any formal sanctions will probably be decided."
Farrell also expressed concerns about a development near the basin because several of the new homes have been flooded. She invoked the security of prospective owners. "I'm talking for them, too. That's not right," she said.
"Whatever we gotta do to make this right, we're gonna do it," Winslow said.


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I have a super power. For some odd reason, my brain automatically combines idioms. I don't have to even think about it; it just happens. Not sure when it started, but it's second nature to me now. When I consciously try to stop it, I can't. And when I just let it go, I somehow combine two ideas/sentences/idioms and create some warped hybrid. For example, I'll say, "I am beating around a dead horse." People look at me, knowing some part of that sounds sort of true, but they can't quite figure out where I botched it. Yeah, people. I get it. It baffles me as well.
I'm used to the weird look, followed by, "How the heck did you do that?"
I blink. Crap. A 'Melanism' must have struck again. "No idea." I am no longer surprised when people ask me what country I grew up in.
It may be stretching it to call it a super power because I'm also quite aware that, when this happens, I sound like the offspring of Yoda and Dory.
This 'trait' of mine makes story telling…unique. It's not my gifting. I am well-aware of my shortcomings. Doesn't mean I stop trying, especially if I'm not afraid of potentially sounding dumb around someone.
"Hey, did you hear the story about the old eagle?" I said to a friend recently. I went on to recall a story my mom told me about what happens to eagles when they get older. But as I recounted the story, my facts seemed a bit fuzzy. Even to me. And they blurred as each sentence droned on.
"And then the old eagle flies waaaaaaay high in the air and dive bombs down to the earth" (I'm certain by this point I'm looking about as crazy as I sound) "…and loses ALL of its feathers." Wait. This doesn't sound right. Think, Mel, think! Oh well. Gotta finish the story at this point. Just go with it! Wait, is this it? "And then it hides out on the mountain until the feathers grow back." Big finish. "And THAT is why it's called a bald eagle."
Said friend bursts out laughing. "MEL. NO. That's not accurate."
I take some comfort in knowing that the original story passed on to me, while uplifting, was proven to be false.
This is the story my poor mom tried to drive home to me:
The eagle has the longest life-span of its species. It can live up to 70 years. But to reach this age, the eagle must make a hard decision. In its 40′s its long and flexible talons can no longer grab prey which serves as food. Its long and sharp beak becomes bent. Its old-aged and heavy wings, due to their thick feathers, become stuck to its chest and make it difficult to fly. Then, the eagle is left with only two options: die or go through a painful process of change which lasts 150 days. The process requires that the eagle fly to a mountaintop and sit on its nest. There the eagle knocks its beak against a rock until it plucks it out. After plucking it out, the eagle will wait for a new beak to grow back and then it will pluck out its talons. When its new talons grow back, the eagle starts plucking its old-aged feathers. And after five months, the eagle takes its famous flight of rebirth and lives for 30 more years.
Yeah. I wasn't even close.
While false, it still inspired me as I've been intentionally seeking renewal on this cold and quiet mountain. I'm doing what is instinctual right now because I have hope that I can finally, FINALLY be healthy from a 16-year battle with a disease that I have let rob me of so much life and happiness. Whether the facts of the story are fictional or my version of it is far from accurate, Psalm 91:4 holds a promise. "He will cover you with his feathers, and under his wings you will find refuge; his faithfulness will be your shield and rampart."
I have benches scattered throughout the woods. From those vantage points, I have watched the eagles soar above the Battenkill valley in all four seasons. If there are more benches in the world, maybe more people will take the time to pause and see the beauty all around them.
So my current mission is to build more benches.
Mission accomplished. Now to figure out how to move this to its new home. How quickly I forget that I told myself I'd start building lighter pieces. Instead, I once again build something that resembles Lincoln Logs on steroids.
A beautiful reclaimed wood slab treated with Waterlox, reclaimed rough walnut 4×4's, and black walnut chainsawed logs make up this piece.
Sam tried running off with a log (really, Sampson, REALLY?) until I scolded him.
When I see those eagles flying overhead, it's a reminder of my own painful process of change. I don't regret the growth process for one moment; I regret not being honest about my daily battle and abuse of food for the past sixteen years. There is so much vulnerability in authenticity that sometimes YOU can't even handle yourself, let alone admit to others just how bad it is. Because you know some can handle it. And others can't. And that's ok. It's unfair to place unrealistic expectations on people in your life. It isn't necessarily about who is going to try to pull you out of the abyss when you fall; it's about who is by your side while you are there in the darkness.
I fell into a trench in Africa a few years ago while running through the village, away from harm, snapping back and breaking all of my toes at once while a mob scene formed in front of me in the darkness. I was terrified. No, beyond terrified as I lay four feet down in the dark, covered in the filth that those trenches served a purpose for. I don't know who pulled me out. I was told a group of local men did, and I'm forever thankful to those kind people who helped a stranger. But I will never forget the few friends who wouldn't leave my side while I was in that trench, who knew the dangers of the scene unfolding around us, who quietly let me lean on them when I could hardly walk on my own after I was pulled out, and who guided me home without ever chastising me for my mzungu ways.
Lauren Bogess wrote recently, "The ghost of voices long past rise up to meet me decades later, in the midst of the darkest season. And I struggle to hold on to what I know is TRUTH. Because this wraps its black fingers around the hearts of all those who are bound to the afflicted. It hurts the entire family. The thing I know most about seasons – is that God made them to change. And it is in the passing through them, the move from one season to the next, that true beauty is brought forth."
Winter is ending.
And if you see a bench? Why not take some time to sit on it…because as busy as you think you may be, you do have time. Stop looking at your phone. Just be present. You may be surprised to see what you've been missing.
Lincoln Log Bench: $175 (seats three people)
If interested in purchasing this one of a kind art piece, please let me know before it goes to a local store!


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Enterprise Growth In Israel
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The Business Improvement (BD) course of in Authorities Contracting relates to the identification of suitable contracts and preparation of proposals in response to Government solicitations for these contracts. The Amazon Internet Companies (AWS) Enterprise Improvement crew is a gaggle of leaders and customer fanatics devoted to serving to people and companies transfer their computing infrastructures and applications onto the AWS Cloud. A business developer will be the business proprietor(s), or the designated worker(s) working in business growth.
Be the first to see new Business Development jobs. On high of our focus to establish Airbnb as a cherished international brand, our groups are obsessed with serving to our hosts and company have the perfect journey experience potential. You could choose to jot down your Ultimate Administration Undertaking on a topic grounded in your internship experience.
The worldwide research trip gives college students a glimpse of how MNC's adapt to and function in a challenging market like China and also provides us actual life expertise in a fruitful and emerging market. Overseas language expertise are essential in business right now and the program is taught in English however supplies the possibility to learn a international language at the similar time.
Anyone who can make or recommend a strategic business change for a worth-add to the business can contribute towards enterprise growth. Whether or not your purpose is to drive visitors by cooperating with associates or to be an envoy for our local accommodation partners, you will help us get smarter and smarter in how we work with our companions.
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Events - 6 May 18
Disco Brunch
Sunday 6th May - 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Every Saturday and Sunday afternoon Dalston Superstore presents Disco Brunch to lull you out of your hangover stupor! Expect all flavours of drag nonsense, gorgeous breakfast cocktails and brunch specials all day. Parties include Power Brunch, ShayShay's Breakfast in Bed, Ask Dr Shaz and A Man To Pet's Super Brunch. Follow the Disco Brunch facebook page for more information!
Free entry
Dalston Superstore Ninth Birthday!
Sunday 6th May - 7:00 PM - 5:00 AM
East London's legendary homo pleasure palace Dalston Superstore is diving head first into her tweens, and you are cordially invited to celebrate the big number NINE with her! We've had a banging year full of all-star special guests, heartwarming fundraisers and all-nonsense brunch extravaganzas, and it's time to cram all the best of Dalston Superstore into TEN HOT HOURS OF MAD BIRTHDAY SHENANIGANS! We are calling in our favourite lovers and friends to bring you the biggest and best birthday celebration yet! Expect drag debauchery, guilty pleasure screamers and mind bending bangers in the basement. AND will we see the return of the notorious 3am ABBA power hour?! Only time will tell.
Free before 9 / £10 after
Last Resort
Sunday 6th May - 9:00 PM - 2:30 AM
Dalston Superstore's Sunday night party series Last Resort presents a queer disco paradise for those not ready to farewell the weekend just yet! Every weekend we welcome some of East London's favourite DJs and party people for a shimmery little love come down. Expect feelgood disco, soul, pop and more from start to finish!
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Learn about the connectivity of your Kitchen Thermometer Mini.
Initial Connection
Be sure that Bluetooth® is enabled in your smart device's settings and power on your Kitchen Thermometer Mini. Open the Weber iGrill App and select your Kitchen Thermometer Mini. The Kitchen Thermometer Mini will request to pair automatically. When the Smart LED is solid blue, you are now connected.
Additional Connections
To pair an additional iGrill product to your smart device, simply power on the unit and select the corresponding product in the Weber iGrill App.
Working with Bluetooth®
Bluetooth® is the technology that allows the Kitchen Thermometer Mini to wirelessly connect to your device.
The Kitchen Thermometer Mini features the latest technology called Bluetooth® Smart. Currently, the devices listed below are compatible with your Kitchen Thermometer Mini.
Apple: iOS 9.1 or higher required:
- iPhone 4S+
- iPad 3rd generation+
Android: Most Android devices running Android 4.4+ and Bluetooth 4.0+


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Rande Butler
Discipleship Staff
Staff Member since 2015
OSU Discipleship Staff
Personally speaking:
I was born and raised in northern Missouri, and I graduated from the University of Missouri in 2004.
Getting to Know Rande
Q: When/how did you become involved with Lightbearers?
A: I first heard of Lightbearers in the fall of 2013 when it was launching at Oklahoma State University and they needed a mentor from our church. Our college minister at Sunnybrook called me up and gave me a brief summary about Lightbearers and as soon as he said, discipleship and missions, I was hooked.
Q: What is your favorite book and/or quote?
A: This is a tough one because I love to read but I think I would place Crazy Love by Francis Chan up top. When I read it for the first time God was in the process of changing the trajectory of my life, and this book played a piece in that. So when I think of this book I am reminded of God's graciousness to me.
Q: What excites you about the Lightbearers vision?
A: The the fact that God calls us to be a part of His mission to "go therefore and make disciples…" is incredible. Clearly, God doesn't need us for his mission to continue but he invites us to be a part of it all. Joining a ministry like Lightbearers that is excited about growing disciples, challenging world views and glorifying God in ALL things is powerful.
Q: Other than Jesus, what Bible character would you want to have lunch with?
A: I have always been drawn to King David. He was completely flawed and broken yet in 1 Samuel, knowing all of it, God still says that he was "a man after his own heart". I think I have a lot to learn still from the way David repented and stumbled through obedience.
Q: Other than Bible characters, what three people, living or dead, would you want to have lunch with?
A: I am a mom of two young children, so lunch with my husband or girlfriends without interruptions sounds incredible.
Q: What does a fun, relaxing day look like for you?
A: I would wake early to sit outside with a mug of hot tea, my bible and take in the sunrise. Then I would spend the day playing outside with my husband and boys – exploring and laughing together.


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Dec 21, 2015
The Rockettes at Radio City Music Hall, 2015
Fashion With Melanie Dec 21, 2015Brilliant show at Radio City with the New York City Rockettes, just the thing to get in the mood for Christmas.
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in therapy pool
Training in hot water is good for people with rheumatic problems. However, if the pool dehumidifier is inadequate and old it is bad for the economy, the buildings and the therapists, who are in charge of the training
The Health and Training Centre in Århus is a very beautifully located treatment centre for people who have problems with their locomotive system. The Centre is run by the Rheumatism Association, but many kind of patients are accepted, such as people who need training or rehabilitation after an operation.Training is taking place in well-equipped training premises and in an 11 m2 hot water pool. Training in hot water is especially good for people with joint problems, as the heat relieve the pain and makes the joints more supple.
Every year about 2000 patients are using the hot water pool at the Health and Training Centre. "The temperature of the water is kept at 33,4°C, and due to big window areas the room sometimes is very hot and humid," says caretaker Gert Dahl Hansen. "It is very unpleasant for the therapists and the caregivers, who feel bad when it is too hot and humid."
Better indoor climate and big savings:
In order to solve these problems the Centre contacted the consulting engineer Viggo Madsen. They soon found out that the 20 years old dehumidifier was no longer able to cope with the job, even if it was running constantly. The solution was a new CDP 125 pool dehumidifier from Dantherm.
"The new pool dehumidifier starts and stops automatically in accordance with the humidity of the air," tells caretaker Jørn Olin. "It has already resulted in an energy saving of approx. 12%, and the indoor climate in the room has improved considerably. Furthermore the sound level is much lower than the old one". Together with the new pool dehumidifier they also installed sun filters on the windows. The two caretakers tell that these new steps have lowered the temperature so much that it is pleasant to stay in the training centre even on hot summer days.
Principle drawing of the CDP 125 pool dehumidifier:
"We have got clear improvements in all respects," says caretaker Jørn Olin. "So I really recommend a Dantherm solution, if you have humidity problems in an indoor pool".
Facts about CDP 125 pool dehumidifiers:
- Hot-galvanized, double-skinned panels with 50 mm insulation
- All external and internal parts of the cabinet are enamel powder painted
- The access for inspection can be moved to the opposite side
- Optional fresh air inlet
- Optional water-cooled condenser
- Optional water heating coil
- Wall mounted or standing on the floor
Swimming pool
Dantherm is a member
of BSW - Bundesverband
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David, over at Science and Sensibility, has used the blog family tree that The Commissar to form the basis for a phylogenetic tree. Phylogenies are tree-like diagrams of evolutionary relationships. They are a very common tool in science, and David does a really fantastic job at explaining them. It's definitely worth a look.
Hat Tip: Pharyngula
(Postscript:) In the unlikely event that anyone is interested in knowing, I group with the Pharyngulids.


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OMNI: Paint By Numbers
Long before MySpace became the de facto platform for music exploration, there were earlier attempts at creating the infrastructure required for people to explore, find and listen to independent music online. Two of these attempts were (and still are) Purevolume and Garageband.com.
It was on one of these two sites where I discovered OMNI in late 2002. Soliloquy, their instrumental track off their first album, Paint By Numbers, was mesmerising. Porcelain, another track from their first album was also offered online on mp3. Two good tracks were enough to me to decide to look into the band a bit further.
Work, travels, the daily grind, computer upgrades and the return to Hellas prevented me from contacting OMNI and getting hold of their album for many years — it was pretty hard to find anyway — until earlier this year when I stumbled on 'Soliloquy', left in an ageing hard disk I hadn't used for a while. A few minutes, a visit to their site and some clicks later I had ordered their first album, Paint By Numbers' as well as theri latest release, 'Ghosts' (slated for release later this month). This is the cosmix.org review of the first, now six-year old, album.
Pain By Numbers is an amalgam of technically proficient experimental rock and the alternative æsthetics in a way that doesn't bring memories of pointless technical excess (viz. Vai, Satriani) or complete lack of meaning/soul (viz. Dream Theater), but remains balanced and engaging throughout. On their Garageband page, OMNI cite The Police, Faith No More, King Crimson and Tool as influences. I'd definitely add Primus, Kevin Moore and perhaps Peter Gabriel as artists whose music seems to have several things in common with OMNI's.
The album is relatively short (around 35 minutes) and begins with the eponymous track, Paint By Numbers, characteristically representative of OMNI's rich drum and bass patterns and heavy rhythm guitar 'walls', accompanied by Hans Twite's mellow vocals (Twite's abilities as a vocalist was a topic of discussion among friends, as some felt that his performance on Paint By Numbers kept the band back — I wouldn't be so categorical, but anyway, he left OMNI some years after the release of the first album). Æsthetically, the track resembles Porcelain and C, with its downtempo and moody atmosphere. Every Day, is a heavier track — it really brought back memories of Therapy?, The Smiths as well as the Pixies at times. Inward, an ambient instrumental track, develops around a guitar arpeggio melody and an edgy drum accompaniment. Capture is perhaps closer to late 1990s Tool than any other track by OMNI and a clear testament to the band's influence on OMNI; I found it somewhat unoriginal, yet pleasant. The album closes with Release, a slow moody song stylistically similar to Porcelain and Soliloquy an immensely beautiful ambient instrumental track that was more or less the reason I decided to pay more attention to OMNI in the first place.
Overall the album, while not exceptional or especially fresh, is an excellent first release by a promising band that remains firmly rooted within a timeless genre of music few artists manage to perceive and embody in their work.
OMNI's music and skills have evolved beyond the early, at times awkward musical expressions presented within Paint By Numbers — check their site for streaming versions of some of the tracks from Ghosts or just pre-order the album. I am looking forward to their music in the future.
You can find OMNI online at:
OMNI Official Site
OMNI on MySpace
OMNI on Garageband with several tracks from Paint By Numbers.


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I'm so excited for everyone to make these Super Cute and Fun Easter Baskets!! The Berry Basket die makes this project so easy!! And I Love the scalloped edge along the top edge (which you can change to a straight edge, if you like, and also included on the die).
We'll line the basket with a little bit of the Sale-A-Bration Best Year Ever designer series papers, and add the Easter tag from the For Peeps' Sake set!
I hope you'll be at class to join in the fun!
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Day 7 // what's your addiction?
Today I'll be talking about what I have a hard time with when it comes to "living with less" of this thing. It's a little bit embarrassing actually, but I figured it's time to be a little vulnerable.
Ok, so here comes the confession. Are you ready?
I just can't live without... Starbucks Chai Lattes. There it is. Now you know my dirty little secret.
Ok, so in all seriousness I CAN live without Starbucks chai lattes. I just really like them. A lot. Is it an addiction? Maybe.
Here's the deal. I NEED to learn to live with less chai lattes because they are expensive. It's not practical or even wise for me to buy a $3.50 drink from Starbucks everyday or even every other day.
So I'm trying to live with less. Less delicious chai latte running through my veins. It's hard.
One thing I do substitute for the in-store chai lattes is buying the box of chai concentrate at the store which only costs $3.50 at Target and making my own at home. It's obviously much more cost effective and you get about six or seven times the amount for your money.
What's you addiction? What do you struggle to live with less of?
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I would say I'm addicted to bubbles - like the kind you drink:) I love sodas way too much. and over the years I've stopped drinking them (sometimes for years) and then they slowly creep back in. Stupid bubbles.ReplyDelete
Thanks for being honest:)
Hey - 2 things:ReplyDelete
1) Have you tried any of these?
that might be the solution (or at least the carry-me-over-until solution)
2) Would you mind facebooking me your mailing address?Replies
Hey Helen,Delete
I have not tried any homemade chai latte recipes yet because I looked at buying the spices needed and they seemed really expensive. And, yes I will FB you my address:)
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The following is from Allergykids.com
Is Corn Allergy a Growing Threat to Your Child?
Corn is one of the fastest growing food allergies in children, though one of the most unrecognized and underreported.
AllergyKids wants to highlight current research on corn, how it may be "hidden" in food and steps that you can take to help protect the health of your family, especially given that corn is often consumed by those with Celiacs disease or a wheat allergy.
How do I know if my child has a corn allergy?
Many families arrive at the diagnosis of "corn allergy" on accident, initially thinking that their child might be allergic to preservatives or additives found in food when their child is actually reacting to the corn ingredients, corn products or high fructose corn syrup found in many food products.
Corn is considered a "new" food allergy, as corn was never known to have allergy-inducing properties. It is often found in families that consume a diet high in processed foods.
So what has changed?
According to an April 2007 report from the Archives of Environmental Contamination and Toxicology, corn was recently engineered to create its own insecticide. This report states that in 2005 this corn was modified to produce in its cells a new artificial insecticidal and modified toxin.
How much of our corn is modified?
Corn is one of the fastest growing modified crops. Not only is corn used in our food supply but it is also used for ethanol, an alternative fuel. It is estimated that almost 70% of our corn is now modified.
What products contain this corn?
Modified corn is often found in pre-packaged and processed foods and pet food products, usually in the form of high fructose corn syrup, corn starch and other corn product ingredients.
Modified corn is also used as animal feed for chickens, pork and other animals, according to a recent report in the Wall Street Journal. Of note, children that are allergic to corn are often also allergic to meat from animals fed a corn-feed diet (chicken, pork, etc.).
Additionally, high fructose corn syrup represents almost 50% of the ingredients found in infant formula in the United States. However, high fructose corn syrup is not widely used as an ingredient in food and beverages in Europe, Australia and other developed countries.
Why is corn modified?
Due to growing concerns by farmers over the health and environmental implications of spraying pesticides and insecticides onto corn crops, scientists genetically engineered these toxins into the crops in order to to address the increased global demand for food by preventing crop loss due to insects, rodents and other pests.


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62 tournaments have already been played; six more are scheduled around the first and second weekend in August, as the European Beach Handball Tour 2018 comes to an end.
There is double action in Serbia the coming weekend, with the BAP Beach Handball Tournament played on Beach Bager and the APA Beach Tournament played in Gradska plaža Apatin; both events take place from 3 to 5 August.
For the BAP tournament a live stream is available at http://sportuzivo.tv/backapalankalive.html.
Further tournaments to be played that weekend include the British Beach Handball Championships in Canford Cliffs, Poole, and the Hellenic Beach Tour Finals in Paralia Agias Paraskevis, Greece.
One week later, '60hours Beach Handball' in Paços de Brandão, Portugal (Live streaming: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcSKL3fZGIQhcAtsuVe-CwA), and the Vespia Beach Event in Visp, Switzerland, (both played from 10 to 12 August) conclude this year's European Beach Handball Tour which consisted of 68 tournaments. Live streaming will be available from the event in Switzerland via www.ktv-visp.ch.
The best teams of the ebt 2018 will gather again when the ebt Finals are played in May 2019.
However, the beach handball season is far from over, as a season highlight, the EHF Beach Handball Champions Cup, which will see Europe's national champions competing against each other, awaits the fans in Catania, Sicily, at the end of October.


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Escolleras Playa Miramar Tampico Sesion Preboda Ara y Pepe
Congratulations, we're happy to say!
We always hoped things would turn out this way.
We can't imagine a more perfect pair,
And a greater love, no two people share.
It's clear to see you belong together
Through sunshine, rain, and all kinds of weather.
The rest of your lives are about to unfold,
A lifetime of love, to have and to hold.
It begins with a promise,
A promise to wed.
Two hearts will be united,
Two souls will be led,
Down the aisle together,
A sacred pledge to fulfill.
So congratulations on your engagement
And be happy; we know you will.
Looks like love has worked its magic.
For you two not to marry would be tragic.
Your engagement is a brilliant way
To declare your love will always stay.
Our hearts are filled with exaltations.
We just want to say congratulations!
An engagement is a
Very precious thing.
It starts with one question,
And is sealed with a ring.
The ring symbolizes a promise
To always cherish.
Two hearts bound together,
Love never to perish.
And this is the soul of
Our wishes for you.
Congratulations on your engagement,
And may your love always be true.
Congratulations Dear Ara ( From here dad )
Daughter dear, our hearts are filled with joy,
We're so happy you've found that one special boy.
Your engagement fills our hearts with pride,
And we can't wait to see you become a bride.
As for your fiance, we love him too,
And we know he'll be a good husband to you.
Your engagement will be blessed by God above,
You two will surely share a life filled with love.
Congratulations Pepe ( from his mom )
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Title: Dead in the Family
Author: Charlaine Harris
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– Reason: New York Times #1 Best Seller Fiction – May 23, 2010 – 2 weeks
– Format: Audiobook – CDs in Car
– Map: Louisiana
Book InfoDead in the Family
Publisher: Ace Books
Started: 12/29/2010
Finished: 01/05/2011
Source: Library - Audiobook
Publisher Synopsis
The #1 New York Times bestselling Sookie Stackhouse series- the basis for HBO(r)'s True Blood-continues!
After enduring torture and the loss of loved ones during the brief but deadly Faery War, Sookie Stackhouse is hurt and she's angry. Just about the only bright spot in her life is the love she thinks she feels for vampire Eric Northman. But he's under scrutiny by the new Vampire King because of their relationship. And as the political implications of the Shifters coming out are beginning to be felt, Sookie's connection to the Shreveport pack draws her into the debate. Worst of all, though the door to Faery has been closed, there are still some Fae on the human side-and one of them is angry at Sookie. Very, very angry...
Author Info
Charlaine Harris writes both fantasies and mysteries. She lives in southern Arkansas with her family.


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We recently interviewed Karen Dodd, author of two novels in her Stone Suspense series, Deadly Switch and Scare Away the Dark.
As a child, Karen immigrated from the United Kingdom to Toronto, Ontario. Eventually, her family migrated to the West Coast and she grew up on the Vancouver's North Shore, where she still makes her home.
Karen had several business ventures. During that time, she had numerous articles published about entrepreneurism. In 2011, she retired from her businesses to focus on writing her first novel, Deadly Switch, which was published in 2013. The genesis for Deadly Switch was ripped straight from the headlines of a local newspaper. Although the real-life story was terrifying, Karen fictionalized the rest of the story, which became her best-selling debut suspense novel.
Karen's thrillers allow her to indulge her love of travel as well as highlight life on the west coast. When she's not working on the next book in the Stone Suspense series, she can be found gardening and enjoying living by the sea with her husband, Glen, and cats, Bello and Missy.
SinC-CW: What was the inspiration for your Stone Suspense series?
Karen Dodd:
Back in the 1980s, a well-known businessman was found dead in his West Vancouver waterfront mansion with a needle in his arm. My husband was acquainted with him through business. Though this man's death was ultimately ruled a suicide, the initial investigation also looked at homicide. In Deadly Switch, the first book in the Stone Suspense series, I took that real-life premise and fictionalized it into a world of international crime, murder and embezzlement.
What was it about the Fraser Valley and Calabria areas that made you want to set your latest book there?
Well, the Fraser Valley didn't become a setting until Scare Away the Dark, book two in the series. Quite honestly, it was simply a convenient location close to Vancouver where my protagonist Jordan Stone would be abducted and held in an underground bunker.
Calabria: Ah, now that's another story! Several years ago, a little-known town named Tropea, in Calabria, Italy, caught my attention and, long before I ever went there in person, it came alive in my mind's eye. I was determined to set my first book there. I didn't actually go to Tropea until a year after the book came out. Now, I don't think my readers will ever let me leave!
Did the characters of Scare Away the Dark (and Deadly Switch) come first, or did the story (i.e., were the characters looking for a story or vice versa?)
Absolutely the real-life premise and story came first in Deadly Switch. Then, the characters found me. In Scare Away the Dark, as well as book three, which I'm currently writing, my characters have grown and new ones have been added.
Tell us a little about your most recent story.
Scare Away the Dark, book two in the Stone Suspense series, is a continuation of crime investigative reporter Jordan Stone trying to adjust to a normal life after returning to West Vancouver from Calabria. She has said goodbye to her father and the woman she discovers is her biological mother, both of whom were forced into international witness protection. However, very little in Jordan's world remains "ordinary" and she's abducted and subsequently rescued by police. After two attempts on her life and the menacing presence of a mysterious stalker, she flees to the safety of Tropea, Italy. Once there, things spiral out of control and she's once again on the lam and fighting for her life.
Describe your current writing workspace(s).
I am not one of those writers who can write anywhere. Perhaps it's that I am an only child, but I need peace and absolute quiet to read, or to create. I wish I could write in a busy coffee shop or in 20- to 30-minute bursts snatched from a hectic day. I have a cozy, Zen-like studio in our waterview home on Howe Sound. I prefer to work at my desktop computer where I'm surrounded by wall-to-wall bookcases, art and objects that have become my touchstones and inspiration.
Do you belong to any writer's groups or communities? Do you think these types of social interactions are important for writers?
I am a past-president and still a long-time member of the North Shore Writers' Association. I participate in the Surrey International Writers' Conference as well as other writing forums and groups. And of course, I'm a member of Sisters in Crime! As writing is such a solitary endeavour, I do think it's important to be with other writers whether they're published or not. I firmly believe I would never have published my first book without the mentorship and support from other writers. My small critique group (of three) is going into our sixth year together, with five books collectively.
Have you written any series characters? What's their appeal for you?
I have only written series characters to date—my main characters, anyway. When I'm writing, I live with my characters every day, sometimes more than I want to! If I'm not thinking about them constantly, I know I'm disconnected from my story.
What I love is watching them grow and evolve just like people do in real life. Before I started writing fiction I always thought it funny when writers said they were constantly surprised by their characters and what they did. I remember thinking: that's ridiculous, you are the one making them up, how could you not know what they were going to do? Now, of course, I totally get it!
Are you a planner/outliner/architect or a pantser/gardener/discovery writer?
This is such a timely question for me right now as I write book three in the series! In the case of my first book, Deadly Switch, it was as if it was "channeled" and I was just the instrument. Not that I didn't go through the same issues and angst that many debut novelists experience, but I knew the beginning of the story and I knew the ending. I didn't outline at all. Somehow, I just sat at the computer every day and my characters took me where I needed to go. It was amazing how organically it happened.
So of course, I thought the same thing would happen with the next book. NOT! Oh, my goodness, it was the most painful process. I can't tell you how many times I re-started, re-wrote, threw out, changed POV… at one point, I even decided to abandon the series and write it as a stand-alone. It was awful! That's partly why I had almost four years between my first and second books.
After that experience, I vowed never to be a "pantster" again. Now, although I don't do elaborate or long outlines, I do write a brief paragraph for each scene and chapter. Although I stick to that and make adjustments as necessary, I still allow myself to be open to my settings or characters taking me in a different direction. Because I write complexly-layered suspense, having a clear but flexible plan frees me from the panic of writing myself into a corner. I'll let you know that how that goes at the end of this book!
What's the most challenging thing about being a writer in 2018? What's the best thing?
I can only speak to this as someone who didn't start writing novels until later in life. Although I've always been a writer, my published work was comprised of articles in entrepreneurial magazines and in the small business world. So, the most challenging thing for me was whether to go traditional or indie in publishing my novels. Although I ultimately decided to go indie, there was always that conflict going on in my head: should I query agents and perhaps be rejected for two, three or five-plus years? Or should I get five or more books out in that time?
The best thing? There are so many opportunities out there today for writers; in some ways I don't think it's ever been better! Starting later in life, I've managed to build a group of loyal and enthusiastic readers who are always clamouring for the next book. I've learned to embrace the technology that has allowed me to target market effectively, and to increase my reader engagement exponentially.
Many writers also put their creativity to use in ways other than writing. Do you consider yourself a "creative person?" What other creative outlets do you have?
I love making beautiful spaces, often out of nothing. That extends to my love of gardening, interior decorating, knitting, and art. I can't take credit for creating original ideas but I'm observant and endlessly curious—good traits for a writer to have, I think—and I enjoy copying an idea, then putting my unique spin on it. Often quirky in the extreme!
Tell us about your other works, projects, publications, and what's on the horizon next. This is the shameless self-promotion portion of the interview.
I plan to continue writing as many books in my Stone Suspense series as my readers ask for, and my characters have stories to tell. I've been told by virtually every reader of Deadly Switch that it should be made into a movie. So, as much as that feels like a long shot, I'd like to pursue that in some regard. As well, I'd like to explore audio books. I follow a couple of successful indie authors who have done that successfully, and I'm taking a look at that as well.
What question do you wish you'd be asked in an interview, but it never seems to come up? Ask it and tell us your answer.
Is it ever too late in life to start writing with the goal to publish and get your book out into the world? As I alluded to previously, I absolutely questioned that myself. So much so, in fact, that it almost choked my ability to move forward and seriously affected my creativity. Now, as I encourage "older" writers, I suggest asking oneself: Would you have had the story to tell when you were younger? And would it be as rich and multi-layered when you were in your thirties as it might be now? In my case, the answer is most definitely "no." ◊


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Film crews take over Russian Hill to shoot "San Andreas"
Dozens of people covered in blood and grime were led by soldiers and cops through the Russian Hill neighborhood on Tuesday. They had been staggered by a massive earthquake, but were framed by the beauty of Alcatraz and the bay in the distance.
Once again, San Francisco provided an attractive backdrop for catastrophe.
The latest big-budget, action-disaster movie to hit the city is "San Andreas," named for California's infamous fault line and starring Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson as a helicopter pilot fighting to save his daughter. The flick is expected to hit theaters next summer.
After capturing scenes at AT&T Park and Fisherman's Wharf, the filmmakers took over seven blocks in Russian Hill, filling the streets with fake victims and fake garbage. They did so despite complaints from some residents, including high-powered attorney John Keker, who said in a letter to Mayor Ed Lee, "Your Film Commission has gone mad."
On Tuesday, such outrage wasn't visible as neighbors and tourists visiting the area gawked. Some pulled out cell phones or iPads, while others peered through windows. Residents seemed mostly amused at the film crew's takeover.
"It's a beautiful neighborhood," said Roxanne Stachon, a 41-year-old water resources engineer who watched the filming with her kids from her roof. "It makes sense that they'd film here - it's a little bit of an inconvenience, but as long as it doesn't last too long."
Stachon noted that the crew had handed out flyers to neighbors detailing the filming schedule and promising to make accommodations to neighbors, like allowing them to get in and out of the area with their cars and, if needed, reimbursing them for parking fees.
Mark Busacca, a 56-year-old art gallery owner and neighborhood resident who watched the filming, said crew members had been accessible and willing to solve any problems. "I don't mind," he said. "It's interesting, it's exciting, it's fun."
Lauren Machado, a spokeswoman for the San Francisco Film Commission, said more than 90 percent of Russian Hill residents had approved of the filming. Some of the streets were also closed off Monday for preparation.
Filming in the neighborhood may continue through Wednesday evening, Machado said. The crew plans to film Saturday at Clay and Taylor streets on Nob Hill, then move downtown Sunday to 555 California St. and the area near Grant Avenue and Bush Street.
Johnson, who's currently out of town, will return for those days of shooting.
Hamed Aleaziz is a San Francisco Chronicle staff writer. E-mail: firstname.lastname@example.com Twitter: @haleaziz


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Make drinking water that bit more interesting with this refreshing drink idea.
You'll need:
- Cold water
- Watermelon (cut into 10-15 cubes)
- 1 large grapefruit
- Fresh herbs (mint, basil, parsely etc)
Freeze the watermelon to form "watermelon ice cubes".
Fill a jug 3/4 of the way up with cold water.
Peel the grapefruit in ribbons.
Add the grapefruit peel, freshly squeezed grapefruit juice, frozen watermelon cubes and fresh herbs to the water.
Mix and drink!


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Fresh new free vectors from February 2013. Tonight I browsed around different sites to give you a perfect collection of new fresh vectors.
The vectors are in mixed categories and I just picked the ones I thought was best. Vector graphics are based on vectors (also called paths, or strokes) which lead through locations called control points.
Each of these points has a definite position on the x and y axes of the work plan. Each point, as well, is a variety of database, including the location of the point in the work space and the direction of the vector (which is what defines the direction of the track).
Each track can be assigned a colour, a shape, a thickness and also a fill. This does not affect the size of the files in a substantial way because all information resides in the structure; it describes how to draw the vector. With that being said lets dive into the list with free vectors.
Fresh New Free Vectors From February 2013
Angular Preview
Chalk Board
Free Fresh Icons Vector Pack
Arrow Vector Banner Pack
Ribbon Vector Banner Pack
Spring Pattern
NBA Team Logos
Free wall of sound vector
Free water-lily seamless flower tropical pattern vector
Free colourful border from cubes vector
Free beautiful seamless floral pattern vector
London Calling Vector Graphic
Paris Mon Amour Vector Graphic
Home plants
Solar wave vector coconut trees
Green leaf and blue sky
Flowers Present
St. Patrick's Day Lucky In Love
Vegetables Free Vector Graphic
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In this how-to webinar, we will show you how you can utilize your Selenium skills to scale your mobile testing with Appium. Join Giovanni Rago, Customer Success Manager at Sauce Labs, in this event that will give you new insights into the way you approach mobile testing.
Selenium is an industry standard for web testing. Most of test automation engineers are well versed with this tool, and even use its broad capabilities to execute some mobile tests. Inspired by Selenium and built based on testing approach Appium was created. It is an open-source tool for automating native, mobile web, and hybrid applications on iOS and Android platforms.
Here are the main takeaways:
— Difference between Selenium and Appium
— Which Selenium skills can be used when testing in Appium
— What's the best testing strategy for mobile
— How much more there is to learn about Appium
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I came across this devotion written by John Piper at Desiring God and enjoyed it so much, that I thought I'd share it with you all. I hope you are encouraged by it as much as I was when I read it!--- O God, you are my God; earnestly I seek you; my soul thirsts for you; my flesh faints for you, as in a dry and weary land where there is no water. So I have looked upon you in the sanctuary, beholding your power and glory. (Psalm 63:1–2)
Only God will satisfy a heart like David's. And David was a man after God's own heart. That's the way we were created to be.This is the essence of what it means to love God: to be satisfied in him. In him — not just his gifts, but God himself, as the glorious person that he is!Loving God will include obeying all his commands; it will include believing all his word; it will include thanking him for all his gifts. But all that is overflow. The essence of loving God is admiring and enjoying all he is. And it is this enjoyment of God that makes all of our other responses truly glorifying to him.We all know this intuitively as well as from Scripture. Do we feel most honored by the love of those who serve us from the constraints of duty, or from the delights of fellowship?My wife is most honored when I say, "It makes me happy to spend time with you." My happiness is the echo of her excellence. And so it is with God. He is most glorified in us when we are most satisfied in him.None of us has arrived at perfect satisfaction in God. I grieve often over the murmuring of my heart when I lose some earthly comfort or convenience. But I have tasted that the Lord is good. By God's grace I now know the fountain of everlasting joy.And so I love to spend my days luring people into joy until they say with me, "One thing have I asked of the Lord, that will I seek after: that I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life, to gaze upon the beauty of the Lord and to inquire in his temple" (Psalm 27:4).I pray that you would find satisfaction in God this week as you spend time with Him and enjoy marvelling at who He is! He is most glorified when you do!Blessings,Ps Joel Hawting


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F.A.Q.Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions Below are some of our most frequently asked questions, if you do not find the answer to your question please feel free to contact us by email at email@example.com or by phone at: 619-440-0283
What is plasma and what is it used for?
Plasma is part of the blood. There's no substitute for human blood. It cannot be manufactured. Plasma is used to make medicines, vaccines, surgical glue and laboratory controls.
Plasma medicines help burn victims, trauma victims, hemophiliacs, people with genetic lung disease and problems of the immune system.
What is plasmapheresis?
It is the procedure for collecting plasma. Blood is drawn through a sterile, single use tubing set to the automated system, which separates and collects the plasma and then safely returns the remaining blood back to you.
This is usually 30 – 45 minute procedure. Donor safety is our top priority! All items used in your donations process are "one time use."
What are the possible reactions?
While rare, there are possible side effects of donating plasma: The most common problem is a drop in blood pressure, which cause lightheadedness or dizziness.
Bruising may also happen around the venipuncture site.
Most risks can be controlled by knowing what to do before and after donation.
What to do before and after donation?
- Hydrate well by drinking plenty of fluids and eat a healthy meal (high in protein and iron.)
- Rest well.
- Avoid drinking hot or cold beverages immediately prior to donation this will affect your temperature reading.
- Avoid fatty foods.
- Avoid caffeine and alcohol.
- Avoid smoking
How often can I donate?
Regular donors who are healthy may donate up to twice in a 7 day period with at least two days between donations.
How long does it take to donate plasma?
Your initial visit is your longest. When you come to the center for the first time you are required to go through a screening process for your safety and the safety of those who will benefit from your life saving plasma.
Depending on how busy the center is this can range from 3-4 hours. Once you're a regular donor your donation time will decrease to about 1 hour.
How am I compensated for my plasma donation?
New Donors are paid $100 cash for the first week of 2 donations ($40 cash for the first donation and $60 cash for the second donation.)
After that second donation a donor is considered a returning donor.
Returning donors are paid $60 cash per week ($25 cash for the first donation during a Sunday through Saturday 7 day week and $35 for the second donation within that 7 day week.)
How does the referral program work?
- You must be an active Scantibodies Biologics Plasma Center Donor
- Up to $80.00 cash for each referral. That's $10 for their first 8 donations in a 30 day period.
How to register your referral:
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Albumin (human) is a concentrate of plasma proteins from human blood. It works by increasing plasma volume or serum albumin levels.
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Things are getting a little dull around here. In an effort to perk things up I am going to start my Friday posts with a teezer, a quote or a picture. The first person to identify where or what it is gets… Drum roll please, a pattern from my Ravelry Shop! Ya, I know cool ah :0)
The Game Question #2: Who said this?
Education is what remains after one has forgotten what one has learned in school.
Last Fridays winner was chrisknits, the right answer was "Peter Pan" :0)
Please contact me with your choice from my Ravelry shop.
Butterflies Shawl in Bulky – My design (version 2)
This pattern is now available at my Ravelry shop for a very reasonable consideration ;0)
I like how it curls up around my neck
I am thinking this could be a gift for a friend that is in 4th stage cancer.
Live Simply posted about making your own Homemade Laundry soap. Must give this a try 🙂
WIP List = 11
- Tweed Baby Blanket Started Mar 7/14
- Left over Cowl started feb 23/14
- Cabled Hood with Pockets Started Sept 27/13
- Foots First Sox My design Started Jul/11
- SPROUT – Growing Roots sweater 80% done started May 17/12
- Sea of Dreams Blanket 85% done started Mar 9/13
- Isla lace Pillowcase edge 60% done started June 18/13
- Rose Harbour Shawl 85% done started Jun 28/13
- Fanflower Fling 50% done started Jul 12/13
- Butterfly's shawl in blue – started Jan 30/14 Test knit
- Basic Yoke Baby Sweater 2.0 started Jan 29/14
- Butterfly's shawl in red – Feb 14/14 Test knit Finished Mar 26/14
FO's 2014 =16 + 1 = 17
Stash Used 2014 = 36 + 1 = 37
Ravellenic 2014 FO's = 8
Yds of Handspun 2014 =
Sewing FO's 2014 =
Books 2014 = 5
Thanks again cya next week :0)
I'm off to visit Tami's, then on to my blogwalk
come join me in the blogpond :0


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Picture: Jimmy Savile makes an appearance at the start of The Great North Run 2006.Newcastle, England - 30.09.06
Can Lord Hall of Birkenhead turn around the fortunes of the BBC, as he did with the Royal Opera House?
Lord Patten, the BBC Trust chairman had approached Tony Hall earlier in the year, before George Entwhistle took the post, thinking that he would be a great candidate for the job of the BBC's Director General. At the time Hall had his hands full with the Cultural Olympiad and also felt the post would be better suited to someone younger.
Since then, the BBC's reputation has experienced a serious blow; thanks in no small part to the Jimmy Savile sex scandal that has plagued the organisation for weeks now. Hall was considered an excellent choice for the post, thanks to the 30 years he spent working there, before leaving to work at the Royal Opera House; the prefect combination of an insider's knowledge and an outsider's detachment.
The BBC reports that when the call came once more, he found it tough to refuse. At a news conference, he told the press "I care passionately about the BBC, about what it can do, its programme makers and the impact we have in all sorts of different ways. It's one of those extraordinary organisations, which is an absolutely essential part of the UK, of Britain, of who we are, but also has this incredible impact around the world too." In general, his appointment has been greeted with enthusiasm, though he will have to work hard to force an about-turn in public opinion, with many members of the public losing faith in the BBC since the Jimmy Savile scandal.


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When you have an appetite that asks to be fed, you have a choice as to how you're going to feed it. At almost every point of decision, you'll be tempted to satisfy your appetites in a way that does little more than nourishes your sinful desires and strengthens your resistance to God. However, you have another choice: you can choose to feed your soul and strengthen yourself from the inside out.
There are many skills and strategies that can help you fight temptation and control your appetites, and you would be wise to learn them all well. But none are more important, more effective, or more rewarding than fellowship with God!
As we spend time with our heavenly Father, we gain wisdom and understanding. We grow stronger spiritually. As a result, we become more able to utilize the resources He makes available to us. Through this growth, we become better equipped and better prepared to fight the good fight of faith by standing firm against the temptations that assail us.
It's through fellowship with God that we open ourselves to the fulfillment we were designed for, a fulfillment that satisfies our cravings and our desires better and longer than any other alternative.
As you fellowship with God through time spent in His Word, through relationships with other believers, and through loving service to others, you gain the accountability, structure, and support you need to control and redirect your appetites for redemptive ends.
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Maneja, Rommel, Frommel, Andrea, Geffen, A. J., Folkvord, A., Piatkowski, Uwe, Chang, M. Y. and Clemmesen, Catriona (2013) Effects of ocean acidification on the calcification of otoliths of larval Atlantic cod Gadus morhua Marine Ecology Progress Series, 477 . pp. 251-258. DOI 10.3354/meps10146.
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The growth and development of the aragonitic CaCO3 otoliths of teleost fish could be vulnerable to processes resulting from ocean acidification. The potential effects of an increase in atmospheric CO2 on the calcification of the otoliths were investigated by rearing Atlantic cod Gadus morhua L. larvae in 3 pCO2 concentrations—control (370 µatm), medium (1800 µatm) and high (4200 µatm)—from March to May 2010. Increased otolith growth was observed in 7 to 46 d post hatch (dph) cod larvae at elevated pCO2 concentrations. The sagittae and lapilli were usually largest in the high pCO2 treatment followed by the medium and control treatments. The greatest difference in mean otolith surface area (normalized to fish length) was for sagittae at 11 dph, with medium and high treatments being 46 and 43% larger than the control group, respectively. There was no significant pCO2 effect on the shape of the otoliths nor were there any trends in the fluctuating asymmetry, defined as the difference between the right and left sides, in relation to the increase in otolith growth from elevated pCO2.
|Document Type:
|Otolith growth/calcification · Ocean acidification · Atlantic cod larvae · Gadus morhua L.
|Research affiliation:
|OceanRep > GEOMAR > FB3 Marine Ecology > FB3-EV Evolutionary Ecology of Marine Fishes
OceanRep > The Future Ocean - Cluster of Excellence
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|CalMarO, EPOCA, BIOACID, Future Ocean
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This single self-build property provides modern family living in a rural location on the fringe of an established rural settlement.
Our client was seeking a detached dwelling near to the site of an existing agricultural holding, adjacent to the farmhouse. The brief was to create a spacious family home which maximises the 0.3 hectare site available but remains complementary to the surrounding rural landscape.
Berrys provided a full service to this client; initial concept discussions took place to ascertain the key motivators and how the house needed to fit with the family's lifestyle. Following this initial concept dialogue, detailed drawings were completed and planning submitted.
The team were pleased to have been able to create a family home entirely aligned with a modern family's needs. The two storey 4 bedroom dwelling benefits from an open kitchen and dining room as well as garden room and living room, providing ample living and social space.
The living room and garden room have been positioned to the north of the building, maximising the amenity value of the property and the enjoyment of the countryside views to the north.
The position and orientation that the team have placed the property helps to allow for a private space with uninterrupted views across to the North. Taking advantage of the south-facing frontage is a vaulted hallway, maximising the light through the landing spaces and the living room. At both the start and the end of the day, the garden room is perfectly positioned to take in the early morning Eastern sunrise or the late evening Western sunset, as per our clients main request.


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Deep in the heart of Texas, you can hear birds sing, frogs croak, and deer come up to visit you while you mow the lawn.
However, because BLOGGER doesn't want to process the video correctly in one format, I am having to upload it in WMP. Breathe, breathe, breathe...Oh, hey, it STILL won't process. You get a screen shot of the opening frame. Oh, and now it works.
Well, I can watch it to help me find my zen, but you if you aren't able to, here's a picture of the deer.


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Financial Aid
The HCT recognizes that some students may need assistance with laptop purchase, meals and transportation costs. Students who require assistance are required to contact the College Student Services Supervisor or College Counsellor for details regarding financial aid. The respective College's Student Services Department can help in various ways, such as organizing temporary employment and providing equipment.


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Dear Edgar,
Thanks for your kind support during last year. I feel my MBA at least 30% yours because according to my classmates accounting was the most difficult module.
25 Dec 2006
Dear Edgar,
Thanks for your kind support during last year. I feel my MBA at least 30% yours because according to my classmates accounting was the most difficult module.
25 Dec 2006
"Minority investors want Isetan to pay out tax credits" as per today's ST on page 29.
With $61mio tax credits, the investors are asking for only $2 dividend from a maximum $7.50 for a full advantage on the credits.
Does Isetan has the monies?
As per Jun 2006 accounts, it is reported that it has a $100mio cash in its balance sheet. Then why not pay since cashflow is not an issue?
Has the cash been earmarked for investment?
No such info presented. It is reported that the answer lies with the higher tax rate on income received in Japan as compared to Singapore.
Isetan Tokyo, which owns 61% of Isetan Singapore, would have to pay a higher tax in Japan on dividends received from Singapore.
Moral of the story
Hi Edgar,
I was your student in your main & revision classes this year (ie. 2006) from Jan to May, I took my CBE exam for paper 1.1 last week and am pleased to tell you I've passed!!!
To me, this exam was a difficult one, though I only managed to score 76 marks but I believe I had done my best and am glad I've cleared the paper!
I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for being an inspiring lecturer, though I was confused sometimes but over all I thoroughly enjoyed and am enriched from your lectures. Keep up the good work and may you enjoy more success in the coming Jul term!
Best wishes and God Bless You!!
28 June 2006
Under the "old two-tier" system, individual shareholders receiving section 44 dividends can claim a refund in part or all of the corporate tax paid.
Under the "old" system, company pays $80 dividend nett of corporate tax rate of 20%. The gross dividend would be $100. $20 has been paid by the company to IRAS. The $20 is placed in the Section 44 account.
Let us assume the individual shareholder's personal income tax rate is 10%. $10 (ie. $100 x 10%) would be taken out of IRAS's Section 44 account as credit against the tax payable by that individual.
What is the difference?
Under the one-tier system, the $80 received by the individual would be treated as exempt income. No adjustment of $10 would be given. Effectively, the individual pays a tax rate of 20% for that income.
What to do?
Companies, with accumulated profits which qualify for Section 44 credits and have the liquidity to pay dividends, may consider paying dividends before end of 2007.
So think about it.


text: Portmarnock TC Open Evening Open Evening - February 15thPortmarnock Triathlon Club is delighted to announce it will be hosting an open evening in the Portmarnock Sports and Leisure Centre, Blackwood Lane on Wednesday 15th February from 7pm – 9pm.If you would like to find out more about triathlon, take up the challenge of becoming a triathlete in 2017 or even if you just want to take your running, swimming or cycling interests to another level, this is the perfect opportunity to find out how you can take on the sport of Triathlon with Pormarnock Triathlon Club. We can help you get fit, have fun and make new friends!The open evening is open to all with an interest in dipping their toes into multisport endurance racing. The club caters for athletes of all abilities who have an interest in triathlon.About Portmarnock TC Established in 2013, Portmarnock Triathlon Club is a young and dynamic club. It has a wide range of accomplished athletes and members who took up the challenge originally to get fit and complete a sprint triathlon but have since completed in long distance triathlons or indeed raced at the World Championships in their chosen distance. There is something for everyone so if it's a sprint triathlon, the opportunity to learn how to swim, a dream of racing for your country or even completing an IRONMAN, we can help you achieve your goals.More InformationAdmission to this event is free and will include a general triathlon information session from Triathlon Ireland, triathlon training tips, demonstrations from key sponsor Jimmy's Bikes, information on nutrition and an opportunity to meet and chat with many members of Portmarnock Triathlon Club.For more information and to register to attend please check out our Facebook page.Make 2017 your year to TRI something new! You never know where it may lead you!


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Daddy's Girl Tutu 2k
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9:00 - 10:00 a.m.
Harry A. Nottingham Park
Make Father's Day special by enjoying some exercise in Nottingham Park and bring the whole family for this 2k race. Moms are welcome too, as are boys and girls. This mission of the race is Family, Fun & Fitness. TuTu's aren't mandatory, but they're strongly encouraged, as are superhero costumes, capes or other costume couture. With a 9:00 am start, you'll have the whole day left to spend enjoying the features and amenities of beautiful Nottingham Park.


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Chozas Carrascal Wines
Chozas is a family winery located in the area of Valencia, Spain, being their appellation D.O. Utiel-Requena. The production of wine is not very high, as Chozas is focused on two goals: Quality and Personality.
The López family decided in 1989 to embark on a truly ambitious and exciting project to produce first‐class wines of the highest calibre to be enjoyed world‐wide.
During more than 15 years the López family and it's team have dedicated all of their time and efforts to restructure the old vines, preserving the old Bobal vines while planting new grape varieties including Chardonnay, Cabernet and Syrah. The philosophy of the winery has been from the very first moment, betting on the conservation of the environment. It has taken some years to achieve it, but it was worth this wait given that from 2010 vintage, all their wines are labeled as organic. Chozas Carrascal wants to demonstrate that high quality wines can be produced while caring for the environment.
The winery produces high quality wines in an ecological way, intending at the same time to offer a strong personality.
· LAS OCHO, a red wine blended with 8 grapes, including BOBAL, our autochthonous grape.
· El CABERNET F, a 100% Cabernet Franc made in the Mediterranean area, and therefore with the character this provides.
2007 and 2008 vintage have been considered as the best Cabernet Franc in Spain.
· CAVA de CHOZAS CARRASCAL, Chardonnay and Macabeo, Brut Nature Reserva, something to highlight is that part of the blending is aged in French oak barrels before the "tiraje", giving an interesting complexity.
For more information on Chozas Carrascal Wines: http://www.chozascarrascal.es


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We got just enough snow to be annoying. I did 2 driveways today and soon I will be mowing lawns again I am hoping. I have the Power Shovel ran out of gas, but I will try starting it again soon to make sure the engine is ran completely dry, and put it away.
That goes for the bigger Troy Bilt 2 stage as well. I need to get all the winter stuff put away and bring out the summer stuff. I have most of the summer stuff ready for use which is a good thing. I am planning to mow lawns in about 2 weeks I hope, but with this weather I am not sure.


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I love when indie polish makers put glitter in a white jelly base. Windestine's Snow Prince is no exception. This is gorgeous! It's a white jelly base with lavender and gold glitter. I really just love everything about this. The white is a true white, but it's soft, not stark. The glitter is the perfect size and spreads out evenly, and the overall effect is beautiful.
I really like how speckle-y this looks. My little sister told me my fingernails look like dinosaur eggs, which they kind of do. Pretty dinosaur eggs.
This was three coats of Snow Prince with Essie Good to Go. Please ignore the tip wear, I wore this for three days before I remembered to take pictures. I'm going to try layering this over a white polish next time.
Windestine polishes are available from Etsy and Big Cartel, and you can check her website for info on restocks and new collections. This Friday, 11/23, you can use promo code "stuffing" to get free shipping in her Big Cartel shop for Black Friday. I know I'll definitely be adding to my collection 🙂
International readers: Windestine is now available on Overall Beauty, which ships internationally, so now you can get your hands on some of these awesome polishes!


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The iTheatrics Junior Theater Festival will take place Jan. 16-18 in Atlanta, and performers from Smash, Annie, Into the Woods Newsies, The Lion King and more will perform at the Festival celebrating educational musical theatre. The performances mark the 10 years since Disney Theatrical Group launched its library of musical theater titles for middle and elementary school aged performers at the 2005 Junior Theater Festival.
Festival Dedicated to Young People in Theater Will Honor Disney Theatrical Group's Decade in Educational Musical Theater
NEW YORK – Stage and screen stars Megan Hilty (Wicked, Smash), Lilla Crawford (Annie, Into the Woods the movie), Luca Padovan (Newsies), and Philip McAdoo (Disney's The Lion King, Rent), as well as Disney Theatrical Group president and producer Thomas Schumacher, Oscar-winning songwriters Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez (Frozen), and Tony-nominated composers Benj Pasek and Justin Paul (A Christmas Story, Roald Dahl's James and the Giant Peach) are confirmed for the 2015 Junior Theater Festival (#JTF15), it was announced today by Timothy Allen McDonald, founding chairman of iTheatrics and the Junior Theater Group. Students and teachers from 101 educational musical theater groups representing 26 states, the district of Columbia and two countries will participate in the 2015 Junior Theater Festival, to be held January 16, 17 and 18 at the Cobb Galleria in Atlanta.
"The 2015 Junior Theater Festival is our tenth festival. From the beginning we have designed this event to shine a spotlight on the importance of young people having access to quality musical theater programs," says McDonald. "Our JTF audience continues to inspire us. At the festival and at home, these teachers and students encourage each other to find more and more creative ways to tell their musical theater stories and build better and better programs. Furthermore, they create a groundswell of support and appreciation for the arts across the nation. Their energy, commitment and passion are thrilling," he adds.
Produced by the Junior Theater Group in partnership with iTheatrics, a leading educational theater company that creates innovative experiences and products for the public and private sector, the Junior Theater Festival is the world's largest festival celebrating young people and the transformative power of musical theater. This year's title sponsors are Music Theatre International (MTI), Disney Theatrical Group, and Playbill®. The Junior Theater Festival was founded in 2003. In 2010 the festival became an annual event.
Thomas Schumacher will offer an interactive presentation about Disney's The Lion King stage musical for the festival's "Direct From Broadway" program. Disney's The Lion King recently achieved the most successful box office total of any work in any media in entertainment history.
The 2015 Junior Theater Festival marks 10 years since Disney Theatrical Group launched its library of musical theater titles for middle and elementary school aged performers at the 2005 Junior Theater Festival. The festival will honor the milestone with a special student performance of Disney songs during the festival's New Works Showcase on Saturday night
Megan Hilty will perform a concert for all attendees on Sunday, January 18. The program will feature songs from her Broadway and television career and album It Happens All The Time.
Lilla Crawford, Luca Padovan, Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez will talk candidly about their experiences as professionals during the festival's Pathways to Success Q&A session. Anderson-Lopez and Lopez will also present a musical number
Broadway composers Benj Pasek and Justin Paul (Broadway's A Christmas Story the Musical, Dogfight, Smash and Roald Dahl's James and the Giant Peach) and performer Philip McAdoo (The Lion King, Rent) will serve as guest adjudicators. In the spirit of celebration and not competition, each group at the festival will perform a selection from a musical for a panel of theater professionals and will receive feedback about their creativity, engagement in the performance, understanding of the material, and connection to the lyrics and movement.
At the New Works Showcase on Saturday, January 17, four Junior Theater Festival groups will perform selections from new musicals that will soon be made available for licensing by MTI. Play on Players (Duluth, GA) will perform Elf JR., Ohlook Performing Arts Center (Grapevine, TX) will perform Singing in the Rain JR., Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School's BRAVO! program (Oak Park, IL) will perform Roald Dahl's James in The Giant Peach JR. and Theatre Under the Stars (Houston, TX) will perform selections from Disney's The Lion King JR. and Disney's The Lion King KIDS. Students will also take part in a very special performance honoring the tenth anniversary of the launch of Disney's titles of musicals for elementary and middle school performers.
Additional Junior Theater Festival celebrity guests include MTI CEO Freddie Gershon, a 2012 Tony® honor recipient for Excellence in the Theatre; Jacob Brent (Cats); designer Theresa Squire (The Lieutenant of Inishmore); conductor, music director and pianist Rick Hip-Flores (We Will Rock You – U.S. Tour); and artistic directors from leading children's theaters: Michael Bobbitt of the Adventure Theatre, Rosemary Newcott of the Alliance Theatre, and Ernie Nolan of Emerald City Theatre.
Eight exceptional educators from schools and performing arts centers around the country will be selected for the sixth annual "The Freddie G Fellowship," in which the teachers will receive an all-expense-paid trip to New York City to collaborate with each other and work one-on-one with Broadway greats. Each winning teacher will also receive a $5,000 grant to put towards his or her theater program. The event is sponsored by MTI's Freddie ("G") Gershon and his wife Myrna Gershon and is a thank-you for all that teachers do to introduce the next generation to Broadway and musical theater.
Freddie Gershon conceived The MTI Broadway Junior Collection (featuring 30- and 60-minute musicals for young performers) in 1994, and has had nearly 300,000 performances since its inception. Beginning in 2010, the festival has paid tribute to his leadership and dedication by renaming its student awards for excellence in theater "The Freddie G's."
There will be a tech track in which students interested in technical theater train with professionals. A select group of these student technicians will be invited to work side-by-side with festival staff in running the tech for main stage festival events. Each group may also nominate up to four students to take part in the "Tech Olympics," in which students complete an obstacle course of technical theater activities – ranging from performing a quick change and focusing a light to pre-setting props and taping the floor – within the fastest time.
The festival will award the second annual Sharidan Giles Technical Theater Award Scholarship to the technical theater student who most exemplifies commitment, curiosity, collaboration, and creativity in technical theater. Giles was a respected theater production manager and technical director who mentored countless technical theater artists and was one of the first women admitted into her local branch of The International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees, Moving Picture Technicians, Artists and Allied Crafts of the United States union (IATSE local # 50).
Playbill will present The Playbill Community Service Award, created to acknowledge all of the ways young people at the Junior Theater Festival are giving back across the country. All groups attending the Junior Theater Festival are encouraged to document their organization's community service projects. These activities could be anything from hosting a weekly afterschool program for under-served students to holding a food drive or performing at an assisted-living facility. Up to five finalists will be chosen by a panel of adjudicators and highlighted on Playbill.com, where the public will vote on its favorite. The organization receiving the most votes will win a $1,000 cash prize to support its continued charitable efforts. Playbill will also present their educational resources—includingPlaybillEDU.com, a complete guide to undergraduate music, dance and theater programs around the country; and PLAYBILLder.com, a DIY program maker allowing schools to personalize an authentic Playbill online—to the students and teachers.
This year 50 additional teachers will travel to the festival without groups to take part in the professional development track. This series of workshops empowers teachers and professionals to present musicals in their communities and offers educators the knowledge, skills and tools necessary to grow their program in every possible way.
The 2015 Junior Theater Festival offers an enthusiastic environment for students and teachers to interact with thousands of others who share their passion for musical theater. In addition to presenting a 15-minute selection from a musical, both students and teachers participate in interactive workshops led by Broadway and West End professionals, gain from professional development, and enjoy theatrical fellowship.
While the Junior Theater Festival is not about creating the stars of tomorrow, many of the stars of today have played a role. Past festival attendees have included Zac Efron, Skylar Astin, Andy Jones, Andrew Keenan-Bolger, Kara Lindsay, Henry Hodges, Stephen Schwartz, Alan Menken, Jeanine Tesori, Kenny Leon, and Seth Rudetsky.


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Now in its 58th year, this outdoor art exhibition in Brooklyn highlights the works of local African-American artists like Violet Chandler, Otto Neals and Emmett Wigglesworth—all of whom have been showing their works at this event since it launched in 1958—along with newcomers like Haywood Williams, Melvin Isaac and Brenda Mattingly. The six-day event is weekends only and is free and open to the public, with works hung along the fence of Robert Fulton Park. Attendees will also be treated to DJ's and musical performances that accompany the art. For more details, visit fultonartfair.net.
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