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There's good news and bad news about the Fourth of July this year:
It falls on a Wednesday, meaning that at least for one week, Hump Day is officially a holiday.
Then again, it's so crammed full of fun things to do, you might end up needing a day off from the day off.
Don't believe it? Well, then take a gander at this lineup of parades and picnics, fireworks displays and fun runs all taking place around town just on July 4th. We've broken them down by location to make it a little easier to find things in your area.
Surviving all the fun? Well, that's up to you.
July 4 at 9 p.m. on WSB-TV: Georgia Salutes America fireworks and festivities
49th AJC Peachtree Road Race. If you have to ask what it is ... ! Sixty thousand people will run the spectator-lined 10k course from the start in Buckhead near Lenox Square to the Piedmont Park finish line. Wheelchair competitors are off first at 6:27 a.m., followed by waves of runners led by the elite women (6:50 a.m.) and men (7 a.m.). www.ajc.com/peachtree
RELATED: Photos and best costumes from the 2018 AJC Peachtree
4th of July celebration at Children's Museum of Atlanta. Uncle Sam himself leads the parade (at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.) as part of a host of holiday-themed activities for budding young patriots. Museum opens at 10 a.m., 4th of July activities start at 11 a.m. $15.95, free for babies under age 1 (ticket prices higher at the door) 275 Centennial Olympic Park Drive N.W., Atlanta. 404-659-5437, www.childrensmuseumatlanta.org
Party on Peachtree at the Whitley. Looking to watch the early morning runners in action, or even to recover from your own run? The hotel (formerly the Ritz-Carlton Buckhead) will have a DJ on its terrace overlooking the start line of the AJC Peachtree Road Race, along with a Grab and Go breakfast menu and a "Bloody Mary and Sparkle Bar" (available after 9 a.m.). Inside, the hotel will offer a Breakfast Buffet ($34, excluding tax and gratuity). 7 a.m.-11 a.m. 3434 Peachtree Road N.E., Atlanta. 404-240-7071, www.thewhitleyhotel.com
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Fireworks in Fourth Ward. For the first time, scenic Historic Fourth Ward Park will host five hours of family-friendly July 4th festivities culminating in fireworks set to a soundtrack curated by nearby Ponce City Market. 5 p.m. Free. 680 Dallas St N.E., Atlanta. www.O4WBA.com
GWCCA Fourth of July Celebration. Relocated to International Plaza from under-renovation Centennial Olympic Park, there'll be live music from After 7, Dionne Farris and others, fireworks and more. 7 p.m. (gates open at 6 p.m.). Free, additional charge for parking (pre-purchase here) 285 Andrew Young International Blvd. NW, Atlanta (between the Georgia World Congress Center, Mercedes-Benz Stadium and Philips Arena). www.gwcca.org
Red, White & Brew. Celebrate a finny Fourth with beluga whales, whale sharks and other exotic creatures in the Oceans Ballroom. Includes BBQ dinner, live music, unlimited beer and cider and unparalleled views of aquatic species. Ages 21 and older. 7 p.m. $65, members $50. Georgia Aquarium, 225 Baker Street N.W., Atlanta. 404-581-4000, www.georgiaaquarium.org.
Canton 4th of July. Community parade in the area around the Riverstone Shopping Center followed by the 80ators in concert and fireworks at dusk. 5 p.m. Free. 1451 Riverstone Pkwy, Canton. www.cantonga.gov
Woodstock July 4th Spectacular. Daylong lineup of events starts at 7:15 a.m. with the Freedom Run; parade starts at 10 a.m. from Woodstock Elementary School (230 Rope Mill Rd.), followed by a festival at The Park at City Center (101 Arnold Mill Rd). Fireworks at dusk behind the Target shopping center at Hwy 92 and I-575. Free. www.woodstockga.gov Race information: www.woodstockfreedomrun.com
Independence Day Celebration in Acworth. The event in Cauble Park starts with live music headlined by the Paul Hand Band and concludes with fireworks after dark. Parking by pass only and if they run out, you'll need to catch a shuttle from downtown. 4 p.m. Free (tables: $50-$70). 2293 Beach St. Acworth. 770-917-1234, www.acworthtourism.org
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Six Flags Over Georgia's Coca-Cola July 4th Fest. Catch the final day of this year's Independence Day celebration featuring rides and food all day and fireworks at dusk. And if you bring along a can of Coca-Cola, you can get in one hour before the park opens and access select rides and attractions. Park officially opens at 10:30 a.m. $69.99 general admission, $49.99 children under 48 inches, free for ages 2 and under (see online for additional ticket options). 275 Riverside Parkway, S.W., Austell. www.sixflags.com
Fourth in the Park Celebration. All-day event beginning with parade from Roswell Street Baptist Church and culminating with 8 p.m. concert by Journey tribute band Departure. In between there's arts and crafts show, carnival games, food vendors and more. 10 a.m. Free. Marietta Square, 39-75 E Park Square, Marietta. 770-794-5601, www.mariettaga.gov
Avondale Estates 4th of July Celebration. Parade starts at DeKalb School of the Arts, located at 1192 Clarendon Ave., and proceeds to the intersection of Clarendon Ave. and South Avondale Road. Fireworks at dusk at Lake Avondale. Free. www.avondaleestates.org
City of Chamblee's Fourth of July Celebration. Five hours of fun starts with a bike parade from Chamblee Middle School to Keswick Park, site of a cornhole tournament, food ,a concert by Bogey and the Viceroy and fireworks. 5 p.m. Free. 3496 Keswick Drive, Chamblee. www.chambleega.com
Pied Piper Parade and Fireworks in Decatur. Everyone's invited to walk, bike or skate from the First Baptist Church of Decatur, located at 308 Clairemont Ave., through downtown. Followed by Callanwolde Concert Bandplaying a concert on the Decatur Square and then fireworks. 6 p.m. Free. 101 E. Court Square, Decatur. www.visitdecaturgeorgia.com
Dunwoody 4th of July Parade and Festival. See marching bands, floats, clowns, animal units and local celebrities parade along the two-mile route, which starts at the intersection of Mount Vernon Road and Jett Ferry Road and proceeds to Dunwoody Village. Spruill Center for the Arts CEO Bob Kinsey is grand marshal of this year's parade, whose theme is "Dunwoody Salutes America and the Arts." A festival follows the parade. 9 a.m. Free. www.dunwoodyga.org
Fantastic Fourth Celebration at Stone Mountain Park. The weeklong festivities continue with attractions that include the the High-Flying Dog Show and conclude with special laser and fireworks shows at night. Attraction hours, 10:30 a.m.-8 p.m.; $31.95; $29.95 ages 3-11. Laser show and fireworks, 9:30 p.m. Free with $15 parking. Stone Mountain Park, 1000 Robert E. Lee Blvd., Stone Mountain. www.stonemountainpark.com
Alpharetta 4th of July Celebration. Kids activities, food vendors, music by the Alpharetta City Band and fireworks at Wills Park. 6 p.m. Free. 1825 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta. awesomealpharetta.com.
2018 Independence Day Hometown Celebration in East Point. Kicks off at noon with the start of Summer Carnival (runs through Sunday). The special "Salute to the Red, White and Blue" on Wednesday starts at 3 p.m. and includes "South Fulton County's largest Pryo Digital Fireworks" at 9:30 p.m. Free. Downtown East Point, across from the East Point MARTA station and East Point City Hall. www.downtowneastpoint.com
4th Annual Barbecue & Bluegrass: A 4th of July Celebration on the Grounds of Barrington Hall. A nod to the yearly July 4th barbecues that were thrown by Barrington King, original owner of the historic house in Roswell. Food and drink available for purchase, live music, hayrides and more on the lawn. 11 a.m. Free. 535 Barrington Drive, Roswell. 770-640-3855, www.roswellgov.com
Roswell Annual 4th of July Fireworks Extravaganza. Held at Roswell High School, includes inflatables and other games for kids, food trucks, live music and fireworks after dark. 5:30 p.m. Free, but must purchase tickets for some games and inflatables. 11595 King Rd, Roswell. www.roswellgov.com
Sandy Springs Stars and Stripes Celebration. Pack a picnic, corrall the kiddies and head to the Concourse Corporate Center lawn to listen to music by Shiloh and watch fireworks light up the night sky near the King and Queen buildings. 7:30 p.m. Free. Concourse Parkway, Sandy Springs. www.sandyspringsga.gov
Mall of Georgia's Star Spangled Fourth. Kids games and activities, music by The Throwback Experience and the Mike Veal Band, followed at 9:35 p.m. by fireworks. And the fun continues afterwards with a screening of "Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle." 3 p.m. Free. 3333 Buford Drive, Buford. www.simon.com
Gwinnett Stripers vs. Norfolk Tides. As if watching the Baby Braves take on their archrivals weren't high-charged enough, there'll be post-game fireworks, a special jersey auction and more fun-for-the-Fourth activities. 7:05 p.m. $9-$20. Coolray Field, 2500 Buford Drive, Lawrenceville. milb.com
Sparkle in the Park. Lilburn's annual celebration includes food, kids activities, live music by the GLOW band and a crescendo of fireworks when darkness falls. Main St. will be closed at times, so heck online for location of parking and shuttle bus stops. 5:30 p.m. Free. City Park, 76 Main St., Lilburn. www.cityoflilburn.com
Star Spangled Snellville. Have fun and give back to the community! Music from Contagious Band and Rhythm Nation Band, vendors, family fun and fireworks after dark. Another cool touch: Blood South Blood Mobile will be on site collecting pints of blood. 4 p.m. Free. Towne Green, 2342 Oak Rd., Snellville. www.snellvilletourism.com
Cartersville 4th of July Celebration. Parade steps off at 9 a.m. from Cartersville Baptist Church and proceeds through downtown. At 2 p.m. the party starts in Dellinger Park, concluding with fireworks. 10 a.m. Free (parking: $5 per vehicle). 100 Pine Grove Road, Cartersville. www.cartersvillechamber.com
Pine Mountain Fireworks Watch. Guided hike to the top of Pine Mountain Trail provides a unique look at the fireworks iin nearby Dellinger Park. 8:15 p.m. Pine Mountain Trail - West, Cartersville. www.cityofcartersville.org
Independence Day Parade & Celebration in Douglasville. Daylong celebration starts with a 10 a.m. parade down Church St., followed by a festival in Hunter Park that concludes with fireworks at dusk. Free. 8830 Gurley Road, Douglasville. 678-715-6094, In a neat touch, nearby Arbor Place Mall, where many people park to view the fireworks, is partnering with two local organizations for a Fourth of July food drive. People are asked to bring canned and nonperishable food items to the mall parking lot where they will be collected by A Gift Of Love Services and Crossroads Church. www.douglasvillega.gov
Peachtree City Celebrates Independence Day. Parade begins at 9 a.m. on Peachtree Parkway South and proceeds north to Huddleston Elementary School. Fourth Fest at City Hall Plaza begins at 5 p.m. and concludes with fireworks display over Lake Peachtree. Free. www.peachtree-city.org
Fourth of July Celebration at Yonah Mountain Vineyards. This one's a little far afield, but it's a novel way to mark Independence Day. The Cleveland, Ga., winery's celebration will feature live music, lawn games, beer on tap by Left Nut Brewery and Young American wine specials to mark the holiday (50% off cases and 30% off bottles). 2 p.m.-5 p.m. Free. 1717 Highway 255 South, Cleveland.706-878-5522, www.yonahmountainvineyards.com
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Everything You Need to Know About DSLR Zoom Lenses
When upgrading a camera, one of the biggest choices Buying a Camera Lens? Use These Lens Simulators First to Test Them Out Canon and Nikon both have online lens simulators that can help you find the exact lens you need. Read More you have to make is whether to invest in prime or zoom lenses. Primes are sometimes thought of as being more appealing to enthusiasts, but zoom lenses have their place too. You just need to know what you're getting, and where their strengths and weaknesses lie.
Here's everything you need to know about DSLR zoom lenses.
What Is a DSLR Zoom Lens?
A zoom lens is a camera lens with a variable focal length. You can zoom smoothly from the widest angle to the longest angle, stopping at any point in between. In short, it lets you zoom in and out (though not all zoom lenses let you zoom way in — it just means that they can change focal lengths). You get the focal lengths of several prime lenses without ever having to switch.
Anatomy of a Zoom Lens
Zoom lenses may differ in small ways, but they all share a similar design and layout.
The biggest difference across models is the aperture ring. Most cameras adjust the aperture through an on-body dial rather than a ring on the lens. Fuji is the main exception to this.
For manual focus, most consumer zooms use a focus-by-wire system. When you move the focus ring the lens sends a message to the camera body telling it to adjust focus. Turning the ring doesn't move the lens elements directly.
How to Read the Specs of a DSLR Zoom Lens
Lenses don't have friendly brand names. They're known by the specs alone. Most often you'll see them referred to in a simplified form, like an 18–55mm f3.5-5.6, but the actual name can be as unwieldy as Fujifilm 55-200mm f/3.5–4.8 R LM OIS XF Fujinon Lens.
This tells you almost everything you need to know about the lens, as long as you understand what all the terms indicate.
The typical things you'll see in a lens name are:
- manufacturer (e.g. Nikon) — Showing whether it is a first- or third-party lens.
- focal length (e.g. 18–55mm) — The maximum and minimum focal length, measured in mm.
- aperture (e.g. f/2.8–4) — The maximum aperture at the ends of the zoom range.
- series (e.g. L, XF) — Often used to separate a manufacturer's entry-level and premium ranges.
- features (e.g. OIS, WR) — Other features of the lens, from image stabilization and weather sealing to lens coating and glass design.
- compatibility (e.g. Canon fit, DX) — The camera and mount the lens is designed for.
Extra Features
The various extra features you'll get vary from one zoom lens and manufacturer to another.
Weather sealing is a welcome addition if you shoot outdoors, and you tend to pay a small premium for it. Weather sealing is best interpreted as "rainproof" — definitely not the same thing as "waterproof" — but it only works if your camera body is also weather sealed.
Optical image stabilization is also worth having, especially on long lenses. Some cameras have it integrated into the body, so it's not needed in the lens. Confusingly, stabilization is given a different name by different manufacturers:
- IS (Canon)
- VR (Nikon)
- OIS (Fuji, Panasonic)
- OSS (Sony)
The other features vary between manufacturers, and are often technical details that you won't need to consider when shopping for a lens. For example, you might see "USM" listed on Canon lenses. This stands for Ultrasonic Motor, and is a type of autofocus motor How Does Autofocus Actually Work? Autofocus is a feature of modern cameras that's easy to take for granted, but have you ever stopped to ask yourself how it works? How does your smartphone do it so easily? Read More .
One other thing you'll often see listed on a specs sheet is the number of elements and groups in the lens. Elements refers to the number of individual pieces of glass inside the lens, and groups is how many groups they are split into (some of the elements may be fixed together). It's all very complex — more often means better, but this is not a fixed rule.
Range and Focal Length
The range of a zoom lens is indicated by two numbers measured in millimeters, such as "18–55mm." The first number shows the focal length with the lens zoomed out, and the second number with the lens zoomed in.
Compact and bridge cameras refer to their zoom range as a multiplier, like "3x zoom" or "10x zoom." DSLR and mirrorless zooms don't. If you want to work it out in this way, just divide the two focal lengths together to get the answer. For example: 55/18=3.05, therefore a kit lens has a 3x zoom.
Types of Zoom
Zoom lens can be grouped into four main types, from general purpose to specific. These focal lengths are given for a crop sensor Here's How Digital SLR Sensor Crop Affects Your Lenses Most of us own cameras with small cropped sensors, which artificially increase focal lengths on full frame lenses. Here's what you need to know. Read More .
- Standard zoom (18–55mm) — Most commonly seen on kit lenses, it goes from medium-wide to medium telephoto, and is a solid all-rounder.
- Super zoom (18–200mm) — From medium-wide to telephoto, a super zoom replaces the need for multiple lenses and is good for travel.
- Wide zoom (10–20mm) — A wide-angle zoom goes from ultra-wide to medium-wide, and is good for architecture and landscapes.
- Telephoto zoom (100–400mm) — A long lens can be good for portraits as well as wildlife and sports photography.
Field of View and Crop Factor
The focal length of a lens is relative to the lens itself, so 18mm is always 18mm no matter what body you mount your lens on.
However, a lens's field of view is not fixed. It depends on the size of the camera's sensor, and this is referred to as the crop factor Here's How Digital SLR Sensor Crop Affects Your Lenses Most of us own cameras with small cropped sensors, which artificially increase focal lengths on full frame lenses. Here's what you need to know. Read More .
A full-frame digital sensor is the same size as the old 35mm film. Crop sensors, like APS-C or micro four-thirds, are cropped to a smaller size. The more the sensor is cropped (the smaller it is), the narrower the field of view.
The result is that a lens will appear more zoomed in when used with a crop sensor, and you need a wider lens to achieve an equivalent wide angle.
The crop factor for APS-C is 1.5x, or 1.6x for Canon. For micro four-thirds (MFT) it's 2x. Therefore, an 18–55mm kit zoom on APS-C has the same field of view as a 14–42mm on MFT.
Using a DSLR zoom lens enables you to experiment with the perspective changes that come with different focal lengths. These are effects you don't get by "zooming with your feet" with a prime lens or by simply cropping an image to zoom in.
Keep the foreground object in roughly the same part of the frame and you'll see that using a wider angle pushes the background further back, while zooming in compresses the image and pulls the foreground forward.
Aperture refers to the opening at the back of the lens that controls how much light is let in. It's measured in f-stops, and is displayed as, say, "f/2.8" on the spec sheet. F-numbers are somewhat counter-intuitive, insofar as a smaller f-number indicates a wider aperture and that the lens lets in more light. You can read more on it here Basics: Aperture and Shutter Speeds for Beginning Photographers Read More .
Most zoom lenses in the consumer and enthusiast brackets have a variable maximum aperture. This is shown as an aperture range: the first f-number represents the maximum aperture when the lens is zoomed out, and the second number the maximum when it is fully extended.
Take for example a typical consumer DSLR kit lens, an 18–55mm, f/3.5–5.6. The maximum aperture is f/3.5 at 18mm and f/5.6 at 55mm. At the various focal lengths in between, the aperture is also somewhere in between.
However, these in-between stages don't progress linearly. The only way to find the maximum aperture of this lens at, say, 35mm would be to check reviews or get feedback from existing users.
Zooms can also have a constant maximum aperture throughout the zoom range. These lenses are almost always larger and more expensive, and tend to be aimed at pros.
Minimum aperture is less important, as you'll rarely use it. But it is constant on all zooms, and usually somewhere between f/16 and f/22.
Bokeh With a Zoom Lens
Because of the physical and technical difficulties in building zoom lenses with large apertures, most consumer zooms can be fairly described as slow, and they get slower the further you zoom in.
This means that you need to use a slower shutter speed than you would with a wider aperture lens, and that you'll get a bokeh effect: the background of the image will be out of focus. For shooting portraits, or for shooting in low light conditions, you may be better off with a fast (wide aperture) prime lens.
You can use a DOF simulator to see the effect of different apertures on depth of field and bokeh at various focal lengths.
Quality and Distortion
Zoom lenses are remarkably complex pieces of engineering. Each one contains multiple pieces of glass, or lens elements, that move closer together or further apart in order to change the magnification and maintain focus.
A basic compact kit lens might have eight or nine elements, while a bigger, more advanced lens could have 20 or 30. Getting a lens to remain sharp and distortion-free across the entire frame at every focal length and every aperture is a massive challenge, and most lenses have weaknesses.
The Sweet Spot
Every lens has a sweet spot where it is at its sharpest at either a specific focal length or aperture. For aperture, it's often 2–3 stops down from the maximum, so an f/2.8 lens would be sharpest at f/5.6–f/8. For focal length, the rule of thumb is that a lens is most likely to be softest at the extreme ends of the zoom range.
Zooms can also be prone to other issues. Barrel distortion can be apparent at the wide end, and pincushion distortion at the long end. The effect of both is that straight lines appear slightly curved. However, they will normally be fixed in camera if you shoot in JPEG format, and you can fix distortion in Lightroom 8 Common Camera Problems You Can Fix in Lightroom No camera or lens is perfect. Whether you're using a smartphone or a high-end DSLR, they all have their own quirks. Fortunately, you can fix them all in Lightroom. Read More if you're shooting RAW.
Distortion and quality issues are often related to the price and complexity of a lens. A cheap kit lens will be lower quality than something much more expensive. Zooms covering a very long range might also suffer due to the complexity of their design. The reviews at DxOMark tests all lenses for sharpness and distortion at all apertures and focal lengths so you check can how yours performs.
When Should You Use a Zoom?
The biggest arguments in favor of using DSLR zoom lenses Zoom Lenses vs. Prime Lenses: What's the Difference? After graduating from a kit lens, you'll need to decide between a prime lens and a zoom lens. But what exactly is the difference? Which one is better for you? Read More are convenience and price. They allow you to shoot at several focal lengths without having to carry extra lenses, or constantly swap them. Buying one lens is also much cheaper than buying lots of separate ones (although a single prime will be cheaper than a zoom of the same quality).
Take a classic three-prime-lens setup, for example. In 35mm equivalent terms, you might have a 28mm, 50mm, and 85mm lens. A single kit lens covers all three of these focal lengths. Switch to a superzoom lens and you might be replacing five primes.
The convenience and price factors can also be important if you shoot a lot of video, as you're likely to want to switch focal lengths more often.
Zoom lenses are less suitable if you want to maximize your creative options. Even a budget prime lens will be two or three stops faster than most zooms at the equivalent focal length. They'd be a better choice if you want to shoot in low light An Illuminating Guide to Low Light Photography If photography is about capturing light, how do you take photos when light is scarce? Read More or to soften the background of your images. Similarly, macro photography is better served by a prime lens.
You Need a Zoom Lens
Zoom lenses offer a level of flexibility that you cannot get with anything else. It reduces the chance that you'll ever miss a shot because you've got the wrong lens mounted at the wrong time. Or — worse — because you left your telephoto lens at home, thinking you wouldn't need it.
There may be compromises along the way. But so long as you understand their limitations, it's essential for every photographer to have at least one zoom in their bag.
Do you shoot with zoom lenses? Which ones do you recommend? Or are you primes all the way? Join the discussion in the comments below.
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I now doubt my ability to walk two miles or even one. My liver failed, I had no white blood cells, I had a fever and a bad case of thrush, preventing me from eating or drinking. My oncologist sent me to the hospital, where I remained six nights.
I went home on hospice care. Much more could be said, both good and bad, about the past month, but I am tired. I have little energy for replies to email, for instance, and even less energy for visitors.
I don't know how long I've got–a few weeks? Days? I use a walker, with assistance. To get around the house.
The book should still be published, though it may take a while.
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- This novelisation is based on the original television serial (TV): Image of the Fendahl, written by Chris Boucher and shown from 29 October 1977.
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`The Fendahl is death,' said the the Doctor. `How do you kill death itself?'
The ultra-modern technology of the Time Scanner combines with the ancient evil of Fetch Wood, and brings to life a terror that has lain hidden for twelve million years.
The Doctor and Leela fight to destroy the Fendahl, a recreated menace that threatens to devour all life in the galaxy.
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Your brain constructs your reality based on what you pay attention to. Give most of your attention to the things you want to see more in your time and in the world around you. Learning to manage your focus is the key to improving virtually every aspect of your life.
How do we work with someone who doesn't seem to care?
I have a hard time believing that people can't care. I think that they often don't see. They don't see what we see, or interpret it differently. Or if they see, they see something you don't see. But if they saw what you saw, and it was related to how they saw themselves, they'd act differently.
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In story makers, we have been making a story about a women called mrs Truck. She has no food except some green cheese and one rash of bacon as stiff as dreiftwood. We act out in little groups of 3 or 4 what we think should happen next! The class decides on the best act and our Teaher mr Schamroth types it up. We have to think wether we are using powerful verbs or adjectives and sometimes similes or adverbs or connectives. Our Teacher, Mr schamroth, is very kind and active! Mr schamroth encourages us to really think about what were acting out
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In red 4 we have been doing Story Makers with Mr Schamroth. Story Makers is a lesson were we make up story's and act them out aswell.It's so fun.One of the stories we've made is about a Lady called Mrs Truck,who has got a swolen knee and she really needs some help!And well thats what red 4 has been doing in story makers this year.But best of all we get to act out our own rolls in partners.So thats why story makers is so GREAT!
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We have been learning about storymakers.storymakers is about making storys writing and acting.you have got to have big ideas,you need to be brave enough and act your part. We have two characters and they are: Mrs Truck and Good Boy Toy (gbt). Our storymaker teacher is Mr Schamroth, he gets us to act, he gives us ideas to use and he writes down our ideas to use.
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Are you ready for the changes Daylight Savings Time is bringing upon us? Did you budget enough time to rant at having to deal with it in the first place? You did? Good, once that's out of your system, you can get to work updating systems. True, it's not quite on the same scale as the same as the infamous and fun Y2K updates. But like Y2K, it would be nice not to have to hassle with it.
|Did the new Daylight Savings Time implementation date sneak up on you? Although not the same size and scope as Y2K, the time change must also be dealt with. Seeing if your Linux systems have been updated to reflect the new date is a quick check. As is updating them.
Complaining aside, Linux is easy. You should get the necessary changes in your regular system updates. Run this command to check if they're there:
$ zdump -v /etc/localtime | grep 2007
If it shows April 1 instead of March 11, your system does not have the new time zone data. Linux system time relies on the tzdata file, so look for an updated version of this file. Before panicking, run your usual system updater commands first, such as yum update on Fedora- and Red-Hat-type systems, or apt-get update && apt-get upgrade on Debian and its offspring.
This command also shows the GMT offsets in seconds, which can be useful when you're configuring time-sensitive applications.
Applications that keep their own time zone databases are more trouble. Check the Web site of your particular flavor of Linux. For example, this page for Red Hat Enterprise Linux, is a good reference for other Linux distros as well. Again, your regular system updates should take care of this for you, but this page is helpful if you have to make manual corrections.
Admins of other operating systems, like the big commercial Unixes and Windows, have their work cut out for them. After checking that your Linux systems are OK, consider lending them a hand. Or just take a well-earned rest.
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Wayde Roberts is a Natural Resource Officer at Manitoba Conservation in Canada. He's been working with polar bears for more than 10 years and in 2002 spoke to NATURE Online about his work in Churchill, known to many as the polar bear capital of the world.
What brought you to this line of work?
My family all did bush-related work, and I've wanted to do this kind of work ever since I was a kid. I grew up in the province of Manitoba and did a stint in Churchill working with Manitoba Conservation beginning in 1987, working for four or five straight seasons. I left the north and then returned, as an officer in Churchill, in 1996 to work with the polar bears. Basically, I've seen the abuse to the environment that goes on and have always felt like I'd do better by protecting natural resources than by using them.
Describe a typical day in polar bear conservation.
In typical town patrol, I'm up at daylight and patrolling with four other colleagues. There's a control zone that's set up, which is basically a border around the town of Churchill. If any bears pass through it, we try to capture them. When the bears move around a lot, we get very busy and may handle 12 to 14 bears before noon on any given day. Obviously, the idea is to create and maintain a separation between the bears and humans.
Wayde Roberts
When we need to capture them, we set up a snare line, usually at the perimeter of the town dump, a place that has a lot of attractants for the bears. Then, we'll trap them in a Culver Trap, or free-range them, meaning we'll dart them with a tranquilizer gun. Once they're drugged, we can keep as many as 22 bears in our holding facility before flying them north.
Have you ever had an unexpected run-in with an angry polar bear in which you felt you were in danger?
Once, when I was inside the bear-holding facility, I turned around and there was a polar bear 15 inches from me. There were a few scary moments before it ran away.
What should people do if they unexpectedly run into a polar bear — besides call you?
Well, the people in Churchill are very good and very helpful. We have a 24-hour-a-day Polar Bear alert line, which people can call to report bears that are inside the control zone. There's a lot of education that we do, giving talks in schools and such, to try to give people the kind of information that will prevent them from getting into trouble. For example, leaving garbage out unsealed is one of the most dangerous things you can do; garbage is a natural attractant for the bears.
How do you tag the bears and what's the purpose of doing so?
Once we tranquilize the bears, we tag their ears and give them lip tattoos with unique numbers to identify them. We'll take a sample for DNA analysis, give them antibiotics if they have any cuts to prevent infection, and record their age if known. If we don't know the age, we can extract a pre-molar, which the bear doesn't need, to determine the age. With all this information, we create a "Bear Bible" for each animal. The Canadian federal government keeps all of this in a database, so we can track any individual bear's progress from season to season.
Polar bears seem to be solitary animals. Do they not adhere to traditional family structures?
They are social animals up to a certain age, especially when you're dealing with a mother and her young cubs, which is a dangerous kind of group to be around. Other than that, they are quite solitary.
According to some reports, the Earth's average temperature may rise 3-5 degrees in the next 50 years, meaning the bears will have to fast for even longer before the ice freezes and they can return to hunt for food. What do you think the long-term effects will be?
As the temperature increases, the bears will have to adapt. Basically, first what may happen is that the seal population will decrease. When this vital food source is depleted, the bears will have less to feed on. Currently, though, Hudson Bay has a very healthy bear population that numbers approximately 1,200. It's a unique population in that it's one of the only bear populations that fast on land — they're basically engaged in walking hibernation. The long-term effects may jeopardize the population of the great bears.
Do you think that humans and bears can continue to live harmoniously in such proximity to one another?
Oh, definitely. In fact, the mortality rate for bears because of bear-human interactions is down significantly. Now we average one bear death a year, whereas years ago, it was closer to seven bears annually. And just as importantly, from the human perspective, we have not had a bear-related human fatality since 1986. So, bears are not hurting people and people have not been hurting the bears.


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What's better than having fresh seafood at the beach? Knowing ways to make it taste extra delicious and one of the ways to do that is by following some of the sensational recipes we have to share right here at Lewes Fishhouse. From glazed mahi mahi to fresh fried oysters to a seafood bake for two (and more), we're sure you'll find just the right recipe to help bring out the natural goodness of your favorite seafood. After you've found the perfect one, stop by and visit us to find your perfect seafood too- fish, clams, oysters, crabs, you name it, we have it. And don;t worry if you can't make it to our store because we ship just about anywhere- Lewes, Rehoboth, Dewey, Bethany Beach, sure...but we haven't forgotten you in Wilmington, Pennsylvania, Maryland and most other points north, south east and west of us.
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Review of The Amazing Spider-Man 2, Directed by Marc Webb
On paper, The Amazing Spider-Man 2 seems like the last film we need right now. The reboot of the Spider-Man franchise two years ago already felt too-soon. Three villains make appearances, including one we've already seen interpreted on the big screen. And the world isn't exactly suffering from a lack of superhero films right now.
Yet in the face of all of that, director Marc Webb brings the beloved webslinger back with surprising purpose. Unlike most sequels, this one actually has a good story to tell about a kid named Peter Parker and his vigilante alter-ego.
A rich and purposeful irony undergirds the plot as Peter uncovers a new layer of his father's story. He's no longer just a kid who happened to get bit by a radioactive spider. (MINOR SPOILER) Those spiders were genetically engineered by his father, who used his own DNA so that when things went awry for him, Oscorp could not replicate his work. Suddenly, we find something of a rhyme and reason to Peter becoming Spider-Man in the first place. Because of who his father was, he could very well be the only person capable of acquiring such genetically enhanced powers without facing the same fate as Dr. Connors in the prior film.
With Oscorp employee Max Dillon's accident in the company's bioelectric lab turning him into Electro, and with the Green Goblin's equipment coming from Oscorp's "Special Projects" division, it becomes increasingly clear that the common denominator of everything evil in the Spider-Man universe is Oscorp tower. Yet Spider-Man, a champion of goodness and justice, also owes his own powers and equipment to the tech superpower. What Peter's father intended for good – genetically engineering spiders to create a cure for degenerative illnesses – Oscorp intended for evil – weapons development for foreign governments – but for Peter things work out for his good all the same. And now that Peter has been given much in the form of his Spidey powers, much will be required of him.
With the plot centering on the drama of Peter's relationship with love interest Gwen Stacy (and rightfully so), the film's only small weakness is that many of the other characters (especially the villains) get a little shortchanged. Max Dillon, for example, only has enough time on screen to be construed via stereotypes – he's the underappreciated nerd with no friends, a lonely but generally nice guy. Give him near-invincible electrical powers, however, and all it takes is a few unfortunate minutes for him to turn savage on the world.
Conversely, Harry Osborn seems almost too evil from the very beginning. When he discovers in his first scene that he has inherited a mortal illness from his father, his chief goal immediately becomes self-preservation, and he is despicable for it. We have a hard time finding his relationship with Peter meaningful, and as a result, it does not feel as heartbreaking when it shatters.
Meanwhile on the good side, Peter's Aunt May has a few emotional moments as Peter's functional mother and moral support, but she gets relegated largely to the background to make room for Gwen.
Much more important than any weakness, though, the story has a moral richness in that it requires Spider-Man to come to grips with the fact that he is not all powerful. He may have remarkable powers, but he still has the same fundamental limitations as the rest of us – namely, time. The film begins with the face of a watch and ends with a clock, symbols that appear throughout the film as motifs for the temporal nature of existence. How do we live life well when it is so fleeting, so prone to disappointment and failure, and so outside of our control? This is the question that Peter – and Spider-Man – must answer.
Love-interest Gwen, as much of a moral authority as anyone in the Spider-Man universe, offers us an inspiring but ultimately futile answer: do good and give hope no matter what happens to you, what better way is there to live?
"I'd like to think Spider-Man gives people hope," Peter tells Harry in the film, "that everything is going to be ok in the end."
It's a fine sentiment for a superhero film, but if it is to have any ultimate value, it must remind us that lowercase saviors like Spider-Man serve as dim pictures pointing to an uppercase Savior – one who came not only to deliver us from the evil around us, but the damning evil within.


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So as I mentioned in this week's Living Arrows post, we visited Glastonbury over the weekend. I'll leave the town itself for another time (I took a LOT of pictures – the place is so photogenic!), but I wanted to tell you about the walk we did.
The Tor is the main landmark in the area, the biggest hill for miles around, it can be seen from far and wide and is a welcome sight on the horizon when you attend Glastonbury Festival; there is no mistaking that prominent hill with St Michael's tower sitting at the top. It's a very special place and has a ton of history and myths attached to it – King Arthur is supposedly buried in the hill. Jesus is said to have visited. People flock here from far and wide to climb the tor and feel the magic for themselves.
Boy, do people flock here. It's a very popular place to visit. I think unless it's raining or you're in the middle of winter, you'll be sharing this space with quite a few other people. Weirdly for me, someone who craves the peace and solitude the countryside brings, it feels totally fine being surrounded by others. People have been gathering here for years and this is just another part of that story. The walk never felt overcrowded though and there were moments that it was just us.
There are two routes up Glastonbury Tor. One leads up from a path at the back of the Chalice Well, and another from the south of the Tor. Both start in Glastonbury Town though., which is where you need to park. There's no parking at the base of the tor, apart from a couple of disabled spaces. Babywalks has a good guide, although we did the walk the other way around, starting from the south and ending up at the White Spring.
It's a steep climb, but totally doable with preschoolers if you take it slowly. There are lots of benches along the way and plenty of opportunities to stop and look. There are farm animals aplenty and lots of different flora and fauna to see on the way. I think Arthur would have given the climb a good go too had it not been his naptime and had fallen asleep in Dave's arms. He managed the descent pretty well though.
At the entrances to the hill, you'll find trees full of ribbons and a standing stone too. Betsy loved the stone, spending a couple of minutes in silence and making a wish.
Once you get to the summit, you really do feel the magic. You get an interesting mix of people there too, while we were there there was a man doing a talk about the history of the Tor and a group of people meditating inside the tower. The views are magnificent.
That hill in the distance in the photo above is West Pennards, to the left of that is the Glastonbury festival site.
It gets really blowy at the top! Great for running around (although don't get too close to the edge).
We spent a while up there, it's a wonderful place to just sit with your thoughts. But hungry, we walked down the hill needing lunch and wanting to explore the town.


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The key to a successful career transition is to assess your fit, develop a unique value-added brand, and connect to the right resources and opportunities.
Below, I outline three simple steps to a solid career management plan:
ASSESS: Take time to discover the internal and external factors that drive you (and will, subsequently, drive your search). Consider the tasks you enjoy doing most, the environment you thrive within, and – most importantly – why you work. Take note of the values that drive your decision making. Pulling together these important pieces of the puzzle will bring a clear target into view.
BRAND: Once you have established a well-defined objective, you will need a toolkit of verbal and written marketing materials to position you for the job. Writing a winning resume with a complementary cover letter will attract the hiring agents' attention. Developing a powerful professional presence on LinkedIn and other online platforms will ensure they remain interested. Finally, seal the deal by articulating your personal brand over the phone and in face-to-face conversations.
CONNECT: After establishing a compelling career brand, you will want to connect to the people and opportunities that can secure your future. Cultivate your network with a balance of virtual and in-person interaction. Tap into your network to uncover job opportunities in your target field and/or company. Help contacts to support your efforts by being as specific as possible when requesting information and/or introductions.
The rules above apply not only to job seekers but those looking to advance their careers.
Assess your target, position yourself for success with strong verbal and written branding, and set aside time to network and creating meaningful relationships with people that can help to forward your career.
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I've often wondered why convenience only exists in ways that saves me time but is expensive and super unhealthy. Think of all the drive through eateries and the greasy food they serve – but it's so darn easy! Well I've just completed my first SPUD organic delivery experience and have been knocked out by the level of customer service, local community spirit, and how easy and convenient their website is. SPUD services many communities in North America, (BC Lower Mainland including Whistler, Southern Vancouver Island, Calgary, Greater Seattle, the Bay Area, and Los Angeles). You can click here to view the delivery schedule. For US readers, visit www.SPUD.com and Cnd the URL is www.SPUD.ca
What is a SPUD experience? SPUD is a company that is successfully sourcing products, produce, bakery items, household, and meats that are organic, all-natural, and have a local footprint when available. You can go to their website, create an account and start shopping. You are told of the day your delivery will arrive and you can place your order right up until the day before delivery by 9:00am. There is no longer a reason for busy individuals and families to not take advantage of the convenience of having fresh, organic food delivered to your door.
When I first logged on to the SPUD site to start shopping, a few very helpful features caught my eye. There is a daily specials section of the site. This is one of the many ways that SPUD helps to offset the higher cost of organic choices. Also, a Fresh Harvest Box that offers a variety of fruits and veggies, tailored to your family's preferences. This is a great place to start for a novice SPUD shopper and once you receive the box you can make it a standing order, signify how much you want to spend on the box, and choose the option of receiving produce that is local whenever possible or Local only. For example, this option means that berries will come from California or the States, until local BC berries are ready or if you've chosen to only receive local produce (unless of course you live in California), you will not receive blueberries, strawberries, etc. until a local farm has them ready. This is a very cool option ~ especially for those that are following the 100 mile diet. Even if you order produce individually without the Harvest Box, you can view where the product is coming from and it's clearly marked if it's local (took less than 800 km to arrive to the SPUD warehouse). Also above the price box of each product, you might see either a recipe card icon or the word local. ↓
You can select either of these buttons and a list of SPUD recipes will pop up to help with meal planning or a pop up box will appear when local is selected with a description of the product, how many kms it travelled to reach SPUD, and why you can be proud to support local business. That is an incredible feature and again, for people tracking or interested in how far their food is traveling to reach their dinner table, having this information about what we are putting into our bodies is so fascinating.
SPUD has been around since 1998, making a local footprint and trying to give customers organic options. Over 10 years ago, we hadn't heard from the experts about the danger of pesticides in our food and trying to compliment a local and organic diet. My hat is off to readers that have already used SPUD or currently use this service. Not only is it convenient and helpful with meal planning, but your are helping keep your family healthy and less contaminated from the pesticides and chemicals that coat our food. We all know there are certain foods that we need to purchase from an organic source because of the amounts of pesticides used to have them produced. Check out the Environmental Working Group's Shoppers Guide To Pesticides for more information.
After placing the first order my first thoughts were "that was really easy" and "why haven't I done this before?" If you have children you get such a great feeling when sourcing food and household items that are local and organic. With busy schedules it's hard to always get to a local farmer's market each weekend or to think you can depend on the big name stores to provide you with a full spectrum of organic choices. I am so tired of finding moldy fruit at the bottom of the container and literally shudder at the different texture you can feel on the outside of non-organic fruit. I love feeling like a better mom when my organic selections arrive that I know my kids will enjoy and eat.
If you are a SPUD newbie, I suggest you take advantage of the money saving options SPUD offers. A great option is the friend referral program that saves the person you refer $5 on their first order, $5 on their 2nd order, $5 on their 3rd order and $10 on their 4th order. That pays for the difference in price of the organic upgrade on multiple items. Also an awesome cost saving option is if one of the people you refer to the site orders over $75, you'll receive a $25 credit to shop. That is so fun! So grab a few friends and setup a domino of referrals so that you are all saving money! Also, at checkout, the SPUD system will tell you how many dollars you are away from receiving free delivery. My delivery fee was $5 because my order was $40. If I had ordered $50, delivery would have been free. Once you become a SPUD expert, case lot or purchasing products in bulk will also save you money.
I didn't know until today that SPUD donates on a daily basis to food outreach groups and is involved in local charities. So those organic goodies that are brought in daily for freshness do not go to waste at the end of the day. Another example of SPUD helping build community pride and helping those to be healthy that can't afford the basics in life. SPUD also highlights food issues and local companies building a sustainable impact through a weekly newsletter.
My experience was obviously pretty amazing. What can I foresee as not being convenient when you are waiting for home delivery? SPUD has a set route and can give you an estimate on when your order will be delivered. It would be tough to request an am or pm deliver…you need to contact their office to find out where on their delivery route you location falls. I also wonder in the high heat of summer how the quality of the produce will last. The food is packed in materials to keep it fresh, like ice packs, and freezer bags, etc. I can't wait to find out though, because I've just seen my first item to go into next week's order ~ Organic cherries, Chelan variety, from my province of BC, that traveled 385 km to reach the SPUD warehouse. Produce is only one category in a large selection within the SPUD 'get shopping' directory. Check out all the buttons under the Go Shopping tab and start the fun of learning more about ingredients, food, where and why it was chosen to be on the SPUD roster. More articles to follow on Mommy Footprint regarding organic alternatives for consumers. It is great to know more options exist and are available to avoid disappoint with the selection big name stores offer.


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The latest freebies in Hill City, MN
(updated August 12, 2020 at 7:17 am EST)
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Please don't hold your breath that you'll get it all. Companies are often have limited quantities of items to give away. So move fast, click, and request while it's fresh.
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Hi…my name is Julie and I created several tutorials to help subscribers to navigate through the Event Planner. This tutorial walks you through the "scale" command. This is my favorite command since it allows you to bring in your own layout or floor plan and scale it to size so you can use it in the Event Planner. I've used it to scale a google satellite picture of a farm I worked on. I needed a rough size of the land and didn't have time to request a survey, so I saved the picture on my screen and scaled it into the Event Planner using the house on the property as a reference point for my "scaling" dimension. I scaled it up and then was able to develop a rough survey of the land.
I also used this command when I moved into a new apartment. I took the floor plan from their website and scaled it up and added furniture by using the "shapes" tool to create the accurate size of my furniture.
I love this software! Here's a link to my tutorial. Until next time…good luck designing your day!


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Putting the Care into Scare for Carers Worldwide
This year Andrews Property Group celebrated Halloween by spending the day fundraising for Carers Worldwide. Andrews branches across the country got into the Halloween spirit and organised a number of fundraising activities ranging from cake sales and raffles to an apprentice style Halloween costume challenge and even a chest waxing…
We are extremely proud to announce that across our branches and head office departments we raised an amazing £9077!
Carers Worldwide provide long-term care for people with chronic illnesses and disabilities around the world and is a charity that we work closely with through Andrews Charitable Trust. The money raised will make a huge difference supporting Carers Worldwide's ongoing projects.
A special mention must go to the team at Tunbridge Wells who raised a whopping £2050!
If you would like to donate or find out more about our fundraising please click here or if you would like to learn more about the great support that Carers Worldwide provide please see here.
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Hiltons, VA -- Saturday, September 24th, 2016, at 7:30 p.m. the Carter Family Fold in Hiltons, Virginia, will present a concert by an old time band - Wayne Henderson and Friends. Wayne Henderson's top-notch finger-picking is a source of great pleasure and pride to his friends, family, and neighbors in Grayson County, Virginia. His guitar playing has also been enjoyed at Carnegie Hall, in three national tours of Masters of the Steel-String Guitar, and in seven nations in Asia. In addition to his reputation as a guitarist, Henderson is a luthier of great renown. He is a recipient of a 1995 National Heritage Award presented by the National Endowment for the Arts. He produces about twenty instruments a year, mostly guitars; he is almost as well-known for the mandolins he has made. Doc Watson owned a Henderson mandolin.
Some of Henderson's instruments are intricately decorated, but they are most respected for their volume, tone, and resonance. Blues guitarist John Cephas said that Wayne Henderson "is probably the most masterful guitar maker in this whole United States." There is a waiting list for Henderson's guitars made up of the "famous (and not-so-famous)." He built a custom guitar for Eric Clapton. Above and beyond his great talents as a musician and instrument maker, Wayne Henderson is known as a "friend to everyone" and shares his talents and knowledge unselfishly. Wayne is one of the finest people you'll ever meet. He works tirelessly to promote the music of the mountains. You will never find a more humble, down-to-earth person than Wayne. He represents our region in a way few others could. There probably isn't a guitar picker anywhere who can out-pick Wayne. You truly have to see him to believe it.
Rounding out Wayne's group of friends accompanying him will be Helen White on fiddle and guitar, Greg Cornett on banjo and vocals, and Herb Key on bass. You couldn't find a group of finer musicians if you tried.
Helen is as good on fiddle as she is on guitar, and her vocals are exceptionally beautiful. A very accomplished musician, Helen has worked all her life with young people. Once of her biggest accomplishments was getting the JAM program active – not only in the state of Virginia – but the entire region. JAM stands for Junior Appalachian Musicians; their web site is http://jamkids.org/. Just a few weeks ago, our audience saw the evidence of all the hard work and devotion Helen and others put into getting JAM into our area schools when students from the Scott County JAM program played a couple of numbers on stage at the Fold as guests of the ETSU Old Time Pride Band. It was heartwarming to see the group of young people – nearly 20 of them – playing their hearts out. The songs they did were quite good, and these talented children of Appalachia now have the option of pursuing music as a career should they choose to.
Greg Cornett is perhaps best known for his banjo playing - and he's great. He also plays guitar, does beautiful vocals, and can whistle like no one you have ever seen. Greg is well known in the area not only as a fine musician, but as a friend to anyone who's lucky enough to meet him and get to know him. He's warm, entertaining, talented, and so sweet you just want to take him home with you. A good friend of Dr. Joe Smiddy, everyone who works at Wellmont knows Greg. Dr. Joe Smiddy first introduced him to Fold audiences, and he's been a part of the Fold ever since. Dr. Smiddy has graciously served on the Carter Music Center's Board of Directors since it was set up in 1979. In addition, he willing accepted the Fold's reigns after Janette Carter's death and served as the Board's president. Introducing us to Greg is just one of the many fine things he's done for the Fold. For more information on Greg, go to www.gregcornettmusic.com/.
Herb Key is unlike anyone else you'll ever meet. One of the finest doghouse bass players there is, he's good at everything he does. In addition to playing bass, Herb will be doing some old time songs. He knows lots of them. Herb is a friend to our music, and he's a true southern gentleman. A serious gardener, he and Uncle Joe Carter used to swap tomatoes and tales and tricks of gardening. You will never see Herb without a sweet smile on his face. Talented, warm, and gracious, Herb is an example of all that's good about our Appalachian region. When it comes to bass players, Herb Key ranks right up there with the best there is.
For one of the best nights of old time music you can imagine, don't miss Wayne Henderson and Friends at the Carter Family Fold. Concert admission is $10 for adults, $1 for children 6 to 11, under age 6 free. Be sure to bring along your dancing shoes – and your friends! For more information on Wayne and all the work he does for our area's music, visit www.waynehenderson.org.
Carter Family Memorial Music Center, Incorporated, is a nonprofit, rural arts organization established to preserve traditional, acoustic, mountain music. For further information on the center, go to http://www.carterfamilyfold.org. Shows from the Carter Family Fold can be accessed on the internet at http://www.carterfoldshow.com. Partial funding for programs at the center is provided by the Virginia Commission for the Arts and the National Endowment for the Arts. For recorded information on shows coming up at the Fold, call 276-386-6054. The Fold is on Facebook – page Carter Fold – and Twitter – @carterfoldinfo.
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QuickBooks Online supports multiple currencies while creating transactions. If you want to turn on Multi Currency Feature in QuickBooks Online, please refer the below article.
Exchange Rate
SaasAnt Transactions (Online) made it very simple to handle multiple currencies in your transactions. You just need to add one column named "Currency" in your data file.
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If you want to override the exchange rate, just add one more column named "Exchange Rate" and provide expected value.


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Hi everybody!, today i bring you FirebaseStorage extension
FirebaseStorage Extension
Getting Started
Find the storage bucket.
Then, change the rules
seems like this
Now add the extension to your project. finally you have to set the API and STORAGE BUCKET in the component properties. (You can find the API key in projects settings)
upload a photo. use file://… or content:// or http:// for path
upload a video. use file://… or content:// or http:// for path
Get and Delete a file with a given filename.
Return the download Url from Firebase and filename.
Return error message
Video files takes more time than image to upload… try small files
com.mirxtremapps.FirebaseStorage.aix (34.6 KB)
Try the aia project (dont forget set your own API and StorageBucket)
FirebaseStorage.aia (37.7 KB)
This is the first version, i hope to improve this extensions, Thank!
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Preschool student Tessa Begley's father, Bryan Begley, is currently deployed with US Navy on the USS Cowpens until spring. All of the MVES preschool classes brought in items for care packages to be mailed to Tessa's father and other sailors on his ship. Their ship is currently helping with relief efforts in the Philippines. Our students brought in enough goodies for FOUR care packages. We are so thankful for his sacrifice and those serving with him! We also made cards to tell the sailors thank you and happy holidays!
Chief Warrant Officer 3 Bryan Begley is stationed aboard the USS Cowpens CG-63, in San Diego, CA. He is currently on a Pacific Ocean deployment that was suddenly redirected to the Philippines to provide helicopter support relief for the Typhoon Haiyan victims.


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We have implemented these techniques on Hadoop-based architectures and successfully performed analyses within distributed cloud environments. By converting our algorithms into MapReduce tasks and running on our in-house 18-node, 250-core computing cluster, we have applied these methods to multiple scales. On the low end, we successfully conducted network analyses on repositories of 200 million Twitter messages. On the upper end, we applied MapReduce methods to parallel-process billions of TSA records to learn complex passenger risk indicators and screening rules, 30 times faster than the previous non-Hadoop implementation.


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You know the backside of the minimalistic mud guard underneath the saddle going easy to the side or loose? And how to install proper a rear light at (aero) seat posts? We had some frustrating. For our engineering team the challenge to improve these products to the next level. We developed the best cycling experience to be safe, in comfort and in style: welcome to CoverMyBack.
You can split the CoverMyBack in 3 pieces: the universal light adapter, saddle rail mount and the mud guard. The mount with the light adapter place every rear light in the best possible position: at driver eye height. You can install and remove the mud guard in a second thanks to the click lock.
Our design, your choice to ride:
1. Mudguard - light adapter underneath
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- (Almost) every standard rear light fits
- The best and clean look for a rear light
- Quickly mount & remove your mudguard
- Stable and vibration-free mudguard
- Suitable for 7-9 mm saddle rails
- Saddle rail full usable for the saddle position
- Stainless steel bolts
- Mudguard size: 29 x 7,5 centimeter
- Weight: 65 grams
- Made and engineered in the Netherlands
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You have 2 bikes? We have a special set CoverMyBack N+1 available.
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Technical FAQs
Can I still use my saddle bag?
This is the depending on the design of the installation of your saddle bag. If the straps are long enough this should be no problem. If the bag is really close to the saddle or the bag is installed with a clamp to the saddle rail the combo with CoverMyBack will not fit. How about a general solution for a saddle bag? We will introduce next year a new innovative solution for your tools and spare parts.
Is the adapter suitable for al saddle rails?
- The clamp is fitting a range from 7 - 9 mm saddle rails. So the standard round size and oversized carbon rails are no problem.
- The minimal rail in between distance is maximal 66 mm. So the most standard saddle rail designs will adapt the CoverMyBack installation method.
- There is above the saddle rail at least 8 millimeter free space needed to install the CoverMyBack adapter
Is the angle of the light bundle no problem?
Saddle rails which are real flat or have less space as 1 centimeter between the rail and saddle cover are not compatible.
Is the mudguard fitting strong enough for off-road?
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We work with small and medium sized Italian and European companies as well as with Chinese firms by providing them with specific industry know-how, professional consulting services for internationalization and business development.
FBC was established in 2011. While the firm's initial focus was on retail, fashion and apparel industries, it soon broadened its industry expertise to include those that represent the excellence of Italian culture and history. That is food, fashion and lifestyle. In addition, FBC also assists Chinese companies as they prepare to make the transition from local to global and especially with Italian market entry, whether it be through acquisition, merger or start up. Through FBC's years of experience and understanding of how to work in China and with the Chinese at all levels, they are able to help their clients minimize their risk and avoid common mistakes associated with entering new markets.
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We work side by side with our clients and commit time, people and ideas to fully support them in China and South-East Asia
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In an interview, Moorman said that being able to attract a leader of Anderson's caliber signals that "Amtrak has a great future ahead of it."
Anderson will begin the job on July 12 — just a few days after Amtrak launches an ambitious rebuilding program at New York's Pennsylvania Station, which is already threatening to upend the commutes for thousands of New York City commuters. Amtrak already had announced service reductions along the Northeast Corridor as a result of the rebuilding program.
As part of the transition, Anderson and Moorman will serve as co-CEOs through Dec. 31, officials said. Moorman will then remain with Amtrak as an adviser to the company. That arrangement is designed to help Anderson make the transition from airlines to passenger rail. Before taking Amtrak's top job, Moorman was the longtime head of Norfolk Southern Railway.
"Richard brings to Amtrak his experience running one of the largest global commercial air carriers. The board believes he is the right leader at the right time to drive the quality of customer service that our passengers, partners and stakeholders expect and deserve while continuing our path toward operational and financial excellence," Amtrak board Chairman Tony Cosia said in a news release announcing Anderson's appointment. "The board also appreciates all that Wick continues to do to improve Amtrak's safety culture and strengthen our operating performance, including the important renewal work at New York Penn Station."
Given his previous jobs at Delta and Northwest, Anderson brings with him existing relationships with key players on Capitol Hill, including members on the House and Senate transportation committees. That may help as Amtrak tries to stave off proposed cuts to long-distance rail service and fights to secure funding for ambitious rebuilding programs such as Project Gateway.
Anderson, 62, does not have railroad experience, but he does have decades of experience in the airline industry. He served most recently as executive chairman of the Delta Air Lines board of directors after serving as the airline's CEO from 2007 to 2016.
He also was executive vice president at United Healthcare from 2004 to 2007, and CEO of Northwest Airlines from 2001 to 2004, which later merged with Delta. Anderson began his airline career in the legal division of Continental Airlines. Before that, he was a county prosecutor.
"It is an honor to join Amtrak at a time when passenger rail service is growing in importance in America. I look forward to working alongside Amtrak's dedicated employees to continue the improvements begun by Wick," Anderson said in a statement. "Amtrak is a great company today, and I'm excited about using my experience and working with the board to make it even better. I'm passionate about building strong businesses that create the best travel experience possible for customers."
Moorman called Anderson a "best-in-class industry leader."
While the idea of hiring an airline executive to focus on customer service may raise some eyebrows given that industry's recent troubles, Moorman said that Anderson is a leader who understands the importance of customer service.
"I know his focus is on trying to provide a good customer experience for everyone," Moorman said.
Anderson received a bachelor's degree from the University of Houston at Clear Lake City and a law degree from South Texas College of Law. He is a native of Galveston, Tex., where his father worked for the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway.


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There are probably countless movies which have been made over the years which have very interesting and catchy titles as well. Here is a list of movies which have 'run' in their title and were pretty good tv Shows and Movies.
Midnight Run
Midnight Run is a classic movie that was released in the year 1988 which starred Robert De Niro and Charles Grodin. This movie is a story of is about the quest of a bounty hunter Jack Walsh who is played by De Niro to bring an accountant who has done embezzlement of cash to the Duke Mardukas which is played by Grodin back to L.A.
It is really a task for Walsh to do the same and hence he decides to go for a 'Midnight Run'. This movie was a hit and there were also TV Shows based on this plot after the release of this movie.
Chicken Run
The Chicken Run is an animated film that was released in the year 2000. This movie was a comedy movie and won the hearts of many people. The movie had a talented cast which included Mel Gibson, Julia Sawalha, Timothy Spall, and many others. The plot of this movie is chickens trying to escape the farm and the adventures they have along the way.
Best action and thriller movies were released in the year 1991 which starred, Patrick Dempsey and Kelly Preston. This story is about a young boy Charlie Farrow who is a Boston Law Student. He is given a delivery assignment and on the way, he comes across accidents that turn against him and he has to be on the run.
Run Fatboy Run
This movie was released in the year 2007 and was a total success at the box office. The story of this movie is very interesting and unique. This story is about an overweight guy Dennis Doyle which is portrayed by Simon Pegg. Dennis leaves his fiancée Libby who is pregnant at the altar as he gets cold feet. Five years down the line he finds out that his ex-fiancée has their son Jake and is dating a very arrogant guy named White.
Five years down the line he finds out that his ex-fiancée has their son Jake and is dating a very arrogant guy named Whit. White is taking part in the Nile River Marathon in London and Dennis decides to take a shot at it and win the marathon to prove that to Libby that he is truly sorry and can do anything to get her back.
Run Ronnie Run
This movie is a movie about Ronnie Dobbs played by David Cross. Ronnie is a criminal who is running away from the cops and his crimes get captured on video and there is a popular show on the same. This show is very popular and is enjoyed by all the people.
Ronnie is very popular and thus he launches another show known as "Ronnie Gets Arrested" which portrays Ronnie in getting arrested in different cities. This show also becomes very popular and Ronnie the criminal rises to fame. This brings about a very dramatic change in the life of Ronnie and he becomes a star.
The above mentioned are some of the best movies having 'run' in their title. Do watch them and experience the thrill of their 'run' for yourselves.


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I love that Portland is just a few hours away; it's such an easy jaunt from Seattle whether by train (my fave option) or car. For me, the food scene (overall) trumps Seattle any day, and really…it doesn't hurt to do some tax-free shopping. I was lucky enough to tag along with my sweetheart at the last minute, so while he's at work I'm able to get into some trouble on my own. I covered quite a few stops, but unfortunately some of the best shops don't allow photos to be taken. I'll throw together a little list once I finish exploring, so in the meantime here are some things you might want to check out the next time you have the chance to escape. Happy, happy weekend to you!
The sweetest room key ever. Our hotel has me feeling all sorts of old-Hollywood glamourous. It's a lot of fun, and the room is great. (I've heard some of the rooms can be quite small so be sure to ask about the types of rooms when you book.)
The little touches at Little Bird. Solo lunch in a city that's not your own can be so romantic. If it's something new for you add a glass of bubbly and a magazine, then just sit back and watch. You learn a lot about the locals (and yourself too). By the way, don't skip dessert at Little Bird. I mean it.
The endless aisles at Powell's Books. The most amazing maze of a bookstore. After floating through the cookbook section I did the same in puzzles and games. Leave it to me to buy a game (Big Boggle!) from a bookstore. This is a "must-do" in PDX.
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Fellowship Time 8:45 a.m.
This is a special time of fellowship as we 'dine at the table' together for breakfast.
Sunday School 9:15 a.m.
Morning Worship 10:15 am
We offer a nursery for children ages 0 – 3 and Our Junior Church, designed for children ages 4 -11, meets during Sunday morning worship.
UMYF (Youth Group) 4:00 pm – 5:45 p.m.
This ministers to youth grades 6 – 12.
Evening Worship 6:00 p.m.
Office is open 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Children's Fellowship 6:00 p.m.
This is for children K- 5th grade. The scheduled meetings typically follow the area's school calendar.
Ten Basic Steps 7:00 p.m.
Ten Basic Steps is a ministry geared toward the newer Christian. Teachers the fundamentals of the Christian faith.
Office is open 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Red Carpet Nursing Home 6:45 p.m. (3rd, 4th, 5th week)
We hold worship services at Red Carpet Nursing Home. This is an outreach to the saints at the nursing home who are unable to attend Sunday worship service. Please contact the church office for more information concerning this ministry.
Office is open 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Adult Choir Practice 7:00 p.m.
Office is open 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Bible Study 12:30 p.m.
Doers Bible Study
1st and 3rd Thursday 2:30 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Group Meets at Trudy Gibson's home. The group study different books of the bible.
Contact the office for directions.
Intercessory Prayer 7:00 p.m.
Office is open 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Soldiers of the Cross
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
The group meets for a light meal followed by a program led by Joe & Cinda Starr.
Couples Small Group
Meet every two weeks at 7 p.m. at group members' homes and follow several different bible study curriculums throughout the year. Please contact the office for more information.


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Hi everybody! I barely even have a reason to post tonight- I just want to make sure I keep posting and you keep posting and we keep the lights on at GT even if the rest of Gawker goes dark. Speaking of... is there new news? Any News? I literally have not been to any of the MP's and just got home from a brutal day at work (ask me about decomps pulled out of water! Or... you know. Don't) So I have no idea how this whole thing is progressing. (Also- what in the hell actually happened? I feel like I'm trying to cobble it together and there's blackmail? And a guy a Conde Nast is gay? And I'm not sure who would care about a mag editor being gay unless he were married or something. And then all the writers/staff doubled down and have been assholes? Am I getting this right?)
Mostly I guess I wanted to talk to some other knitters. I could have posted over in Making; but I dunno. I feel like with all of this whatever happening, everybody seems to be pulling in to their respective "home base" subblogs.
So-anyhoo- I have bought a set of 9 inch Hiya Hiya sharps circular needles. Pewople seem pretty split on them- either absolute slavish devotion love or pure unadulterated hate. The hated it crowd seems to be mostly knitters who already know how to knit socks on DPN's or magic loop. I... cannot knit anything on DPNs or magic loop, so I figured I would give these guys a try. Maybe I can have socks! Or gloves! Or you know- other small tube like items! I'm actually really excited about it- and I still have Prime (until August 5th) so free 2 day shipping means I can actually get these needles cheaper and quicker than going to the LYS! So awwwee yeahh boyyyee!
So to reiterate. Have no real reason to post, I just don't want you to forget about me
Also, lets rap- how ya doing GT, lets get into your feelings man.


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It has been a long time since we updated you with what is going on at the railway. So here is a short update from our very busy volunteers…
We are currently in the process of preparing our TSOs for THE POLAR EXPRESS experience this Christmas. This includes fully refurbishing the coaches from seating, to painting and cleaning bogies. Our 08 has also seen work carried out to it's vacuum and braking systems. The Class 37 has had refurbishing and cleaning carried out on to it and Rocket and Merlin have also being cleaned.
Work also continues to the site maintenance along with gardening and cleaning. We have also had successful running days with many visitors thanks to the hard work of our volunteers. Our volunteers work doesn't just end on site either. With many of us working hard "behind the scenes".
Updates directly from some of our Volunteers
Glenn Taylor – Has been working on the internal rebuild of 2 of our TSO's including needle gunning the bogies and the under-frame. Along with helping to make the TSO door steps and ordering materials. Glenn has also been managing midweek crew members with Allan Oliver, by supporting them with tasks.
John Murphin – Has been working alongside Glenn cleaning the TSO seat carcases, and building and installing the TSO seats.
Mike Ross – Has been staining and varnishing the TSO wall panels and painting their bogies and under-frames.
Sandra Corrigan – Sandra has been working with Clare painting seats for the TSO. Sandra is also Catering Manager.
Shaun Owen – Has been looking at routing Cat 6. He has also been working with the batteries on one the new coaches. Shaun has fixed the windows fitted previously and also assisted with identifying gronks air pipes and cleaning the Class 37 HS3 valve,
David Jenkins – Has been firing last Sunday. Then he was working on the coach seat and window fitting during the evenings. David has also been the secondman on our Diesel DEs on Saturday and finally did a spot of gardening!
Paul Gough – Recently qualified as a guard, congratulations Paul!
Marian Jenkins – Helped to fit some of the Seats to our Polar Express coaches and returned to her usual role in the cafe.
Ian Loffman – Undertaking a re-write of the PTS , shunter and guards exams including a better way of recording and collating information. He has undertaken 7 PTS exams and also had a turn at Guard.
Phil Neal – Phil has taken a well deserved holiday but that hasn't stopped him! He has talked to groups about using our sleeper carriage, organising a project for scouts and spoke to another railway about a visit along with using our sleeper carriage.
Kevin Jones – Went to RSS in Wishaw and stripped spares off a loco to be used on our 08. He also helped to re-fit and test the Class 08 vacuum system. He refurbished the Class 37 "thrash valve". He has solved some of the brake problems on our 2 coaches. Kevin has also been the Diesel driver and secondman. A busy week indeed!
Ian Heighway – Ian has been working with Nick Aston to finish off the body work along with prime undercoat and top coat of the first of the TSO's. He also assisted with the work on the 08's braking system.
Allan Cox – Worked alongside Phil McIver cleaning the tubes/fire boxes on both Rocket and Merlin. Also they flushed the boiler through on Rocket.
Mark Paynter – Mark has being working on our Polar Express coaches alongside managing the commercial side of the railway.
Why not join us?
Why not join our volunteers to be a part of something special. We are always looking for more people to help out so if your interested please be sure to contact us here.