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In Canada and the USA, February is the dedicated month for supporting and getting to know more about heart health. It was 60 years ago in 1964, that President Lyndon B. Johnson issued the proclamation declaring February Heart Health Month. Having a healthy heart is so important to living life well always that I thought I’d do a blog to remind us what we need to do to keep our heart ticking perfectly.
Heart disease is the second leading cause of death in Canada and the number one cause of death in the USA and world-wide. Therefore, it is important to take our hearts seriously and learn more about the diseases that impact it. Types of heart diseases are:
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
CAD is the most common heart disease and blockage in coronary arteries leads to less blood flow to our heart
Symptoms: chest pain called angina, shortness of breath, and if there is sever blockage of blood flow will lead to heart attack
At risk: age over 55 for men and women when in menopause, being inactive, having diabetes, family history of CAD, genetics, high blood pressure, high levels of LDL” bad” cholesterol, or low levels of HDL “good cholesterol, stress, smoking and obesity
Treatments: medication to lower blood pressure or cholesterol, life style changes of eliminating smoking, vaping or tobacco products, eating healthy, low sodium, Mediterranean diet, 30 minutes of exercise per day, limited alcohol intake, percutaneous coronary intervention or angioplasty, coronary bypass grafting
Here is a picture of what CAD looks like. Photo take from Cleveland Clinic Website
Also known as dysrhythmia, is when our hearts beat abnormally. 1.5 – 5% of people have arrhythmias. Arrhythmia can start in different parts of the heart and they can be too fast, too slow or irregular.
Supraventricular arrhythmia begins in the upper part of our hearts
Atria Ventricular arrhythmia begins in the lower chamber of our hearts, the ventricles
Bradyarrhythmia and junctional rhythms happen due to our hearts conductive system
Causes can be from: heart disease, wrong electrolyte balance in blood, heart injury, infection or fever, certain medications, problems with electrical signals in our heart, diabetes, alcohol, tobacco, caffeine, exercise, high blood pressure, sleep apnea, problems with thyroid gland, anxiety, cardiomyopathy and hormone level changes
Symptoms: palpitations (feeling of skipped heartbeat or fluttering), pounding in chest, shortness of breath, chest pains, dizziness or feeling lightheaded, fainting, weakness, fatigue, blurred vision, sweating, anxiety, rapid or slow heartbeat
At risk: chances go up as we get older, can run in the family, lifestyle with too much alcohol, tobacco or recreational drugs, medical conditions, environment like pollution and heart disease
Treatments: medication such as antiarrhythmic drugs, anticoagulants, or ones that control heart rate, lifestyle changes in managing blood pressure and blood sugar, avoiding tobacco, cutting back on alcohol, avoiding caffeine, healthy weight, therapies such as cardioversion, catheter ablation or pulmonary vein isolation, pacemaker, and sometimes bypass surgery
Here is a picture of what Cardiac arrhythmia looks like. Photo take from Modern Heart and Vascular Website
Heart Valve Disease
Our hearts have four valves (Mitral, Tricuspid, Aortic and Pulmonary) and sometimes they don’t open and close the right way.
Types of heart valve disease include:
Stenosis – valve flaps become too thick or stiff and join together making the opening narrow that blood flow is impacted
Regurgitation – when valves don’t close properly and cause blood to leak backward
Prolapse – valve becomes stretched and floppy and bulges like a parachute, it leads to regurgitation
Atresia – valve isn’t formed as solid tissue blocks the blood flow between chambers, usually affect pulmonary valve
Congenital Heart Valve Disease – some people are born with this
Heart valve disease is very common problem and medication can help with blood flow problems due to a heart valve not working right. But sometimes medication isn’t enough and it would need to be repaired.
Symptoms: shortness of breath at rest, lying down or active, fatigue, dizziness, chest pains, swelling of ankles and feet, fainting and irregular heartbeat
At risk: older age, infections such as rheumatic fever or blood infections, heart attacks or some type of other heart disease, high blood pressure, high cholesterol and diabetes
Treatment: medication such as beta-blockers, digoxin and calcium channel blockers, medication to control blood pressure, surgery to repair the valves, surgery to replace a valve, balloon valvuloplasty which is non-surgical procedure
Here are photos heart chambers and valves taken from Mayo Clinic Website
Pericarditis and Myocarditis
Pericarditis is the inflammation of the pericardium sac that holds our hearts and is often caused by a virus, inflammatory diseases such as lupus or rheumatoid arthritis, or injury to your pericardium. Pericarditis can often follow after open heart surgery.
Symptoms: sharp stabbing chest pain which can get worse with coughing, swallowing, taking deep breaths or laying down, pain in back, neck or shoulder, dry coughs, trouble breathing when lying down, palpitations, anxiety or fatigue, fever, swelling legs and feet
At risk: men and women get it however men between 20 and 40 years of age are more likely to be affected than older people. 20-30% of people who undergo treatment have a chance of developing the condition again, if you have had a heart attack, kidney failure, heart surgery, cancer and tuberculosis
Treatment: Medication for pain and inflammation, pericardiocentesis procedure to drain the fluid, and if constrictive pericarditis (walls of the fluid-filled pouch around the heart becomes to thick or stiff) exists then pericardiectomy surgery is performed. This removes part or all the pericardium from the heart. Thankfully we can live without the pericardium
Myocarditis is the inflammation of the heart muscle and most often caused by: the flu, many types of viruses, bacteria, rheumatic, fever, lupus, and rarely fungi.
Symptoms: chest pain or feeling of tightness, shortness of breath, tiredness, palpitations, irregular heartbeat, feeling light-headed or faint, flu symptom, fever, headaches, sore throat, and rarely swelling of hands, legs, ankles or feet, pain in abdomen, no appetite and not able to exercise
At risk: young adult, however people of all ages can get it, your body doesn’t react well to inflammation, you drink too much alcohol, are on dialysis, have heart device implanted, radiation, diabetes, HIV/AIDS, cancer treated with certain medicines, eating disorder, kidney disease, or chest injury
Treatment: painkillers or analgesia for chest pain, inflammation medication, antibiotics, rest, plenty of fluids, pacemaker, left ventricular assist device or a donor heart
Unfortunately, it is very hard to avoid many of the things that cause myocarditis therefore prevention is hard. It is important to wash hands often, stay healthy, keep up with flu vaccines, limit alcohol intake and don’t take prohibited drugs
This is when the myocardium heart muscle stiffens, gets enlarged or thickened and causes scar tissue. As a result, cardiomyopathy disease can’t pump blood effectively to the rest of our body. In time, the heart will weaken and cause heart failure. There are many types of cardiomyopathies but there four main ones:
Dilated: one of the ventricles of the heart is enlarged, more common in males, and most common cardiomyopathy in children, it occurs at any age and isn’t inherited
Hypertrophic: it is when the heart muscle is thickened, often presents in children or early adulthood, can cause sudden death, often inherited, may not have symptoms. It is believed to be the most common inherited or genetic heart disease
Arrhythmogenic: causes irregular heartbeat or rhythms, mostly in males, often inherited
Restrictive: heart muscle is stiff, scarred or both and is the least common
The most common inherited cardiomyopathy, hypertrophic, affects about 1 in 500 people in the world. Other genetic types occur in 1 in 2,000 or 2,500 people.
Symptoms: shortness of breath, trouble breathing, fatigue, swelling in the ankles and legs, irregular heart beat, palpitations or fainting
At risk: diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, high triglycerides, BMI higher than 25
Treatment: treatments don’t cure the condition but can help with the symptoms and slow the disease’s progression. Depending on the cause, certain medications can improve blood flow and manage symptoms. Lifestyle changes such as eating healthy with less fat and salt, getting regular exercise, reducing stress level, sleeping well, avoiding tobacco or alcohol, and maintaining the appropriate weight. Devices may be added to your body to treat irregular heartbeat or improve blood flow. If symptoms are severe, surgeries may be needed, which may include a heart transplant
Here is a picture of what Cardiomyopathy looks like. Photo take from Cleveland Clinic Website
Congenital Heart Disease (CHD)
Congenital means that you are born with the condition at birth. Therefore, this heart disease means you have one or more issues with your heart at time of birth. Sometimes these can be detected before birth, soon after birth or anytime throughout life. Problems can be a hole in the heart, issues with blood vessels and problems with heart valves.
There are many types of CHD and symptoms and treatment depends of the type of defect as well as the severity. A diagnosis of congenital heart disease means lifelong medical care, which include regular checkups, medication or surgery.
Symptoms: cyanosis (blueish skin, lips, nails), sleepiness, trouble breathing, fatigue, heart murmur, poor blood circulation, weak pulse or pounding heart and fast breathing
At risk: this type of heart disease happens when the fetal heart doesn’t develop correctly in the uterus. It isn’t fully understood why this happens but may be related to abnormal chromosomes or genetics, drinking or smoking during pregnancy, or illnesses in mother during pregnancy
Treatment: some CHD cases may heal by themselves, others may remain but don’t need treatment, while others must be treated as soon as the baby is born. Treatments may include:
Medications – to help heart work more efficiently or to manage blood pressure
Catheter – procedure to place a plug into the defective heart
Closing device – nonsurgical procedure to close the defect
Heart health month is an opportunity for us to learn about how we can reduce our risk by eliminating what we have control over. Here are a few things we can do:
Eating healthy and balanced: low-fat, high-fibre, 5 portions of fruit and vegetables per day, whole grains
More physically active: 30 minutes of regular exercise per day will make our hearts circulate more efficient, lower cholesterol and keep our blood pressure at a healthy level. Walking, swimming, aerobic exercise and even dancing makes our heart work harder and keeps it healthier
Keep a healthy weight: our doctors are able to give us our ideal weight in relation to height and build. Also we can calculate our body mass index (BMI) which measures body fat based on height and weight that applies to adult men and women
Stop smoking: giving up smoking reduces risk of developing CHD. It also is a major risk factor for developing atherosclerosis
Reduce alcohol consumption: researchers have recognized that alcohol consumption can directly damage heart muscle cells. Reducing the amount of alcohol we drink should see an improvement in blood pressure. Avoid binge drinking as this increases risk of heart attack
Keep blood pressure under control: eating healthy, exercising regularly and if needed taking medication to lower blood pressure will help keep our blood pressure under control
Keep diabetes under control: if you have diabetes, you have a higher chance of getting CHD. Lower your risk by keeping active and controlling your weight. Make sure blood pressure, cholesterol and sugar levels are checked regularly
Take medications: if you have CHD, you may have prescribed medications to help with they symptoms and developing further problems. If you don’t have CHD then ensure you always check with your doctor to make sure your cholesterol, blood pressure, diabetes is regularly tested so you can have prescribed drugs help prevent developing heart-related problems
Find the positives in everything you do because there is always a silver lining. Challenges are part of life and if we take them as a learning opportunity, life is better. Take time to get outside and breath the incredible air we have and see the beauty that the world has to offer.
Live life well always by learning something new each day to make you healthier and happier.


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Imagine a world where the perfect melody finds its way effortlessly to your ears, where harmonious arrangements blend seamlessly with your mood, where every beat resonates with your heart. In this age of technology, such audial ecstasy may no longer be a distant dream. Neural networks, those ingenious algorithms inspired by the complex workings of the human brain, have embraced their momentous role in the realm of music. Beyond the realm of creating mesmerizing tunes, these remarkable networks have evolved to unravel the mysteries concealed within each melody, orchestrating a symphony of music analysis and recommendation. Join us as we unlock the gateways to this ethereal partnership between technology and melodies, venturing into the labyrinth of neural networks in music, unravelling their bewildering capabilities, and discovering the key to musical ecstasy.
Unveiling the Hidden Patterns: How Neural Networks Revolutionize Music Analysis
Music has always been a language of emotions, capable of conveying a depth of meaning that often surpasses words. But what if we could truly understand the hidden patterns within music, unraveling its complexities and gaining a new perspective on this art form? Enter neural networks, a revolutionary technology that is transforming music analysis as we know it.
Neural networks, inspired by the intricate networks of neurons in the human brain, have become increasingly popular in various fields, including music analysis. These powerful algorithms have the ability to learn from vast amounts of data, enabling them to detect intricate patterns and structures within music that may elude even the most discerning human ear.
With neural networks, music analysis transcends mere interpretation and takes on a scientific approach. By training these algorithms on massive datasets of music, researchers can uncover hidden patterns such as chord progressions, melodic motifs, and rhythmic structures that are integral to musical compositions. Through the analysis of these patterns, we gain a deeper insight into the artistic choices made by musicians, uncovering the underlying principles that govern their creations.
To illustrate the power of neural networks in music analysis, let’s delve into an example. Consider a classical composition by Beethoven. By feeding the musical score into a neural network, we can visualize the intricate web of patterns within the piece. The neural network might identify recurring motifs, highlight harmonic progressions, and even reveal the underlying mathematical structures that give the composition its unique beauty.
Interpreting the results of such analysis requires a combination of technical expertise and artistic sensibility. Researchers can create visualizations, such as chord progression diagrams or melodic contour graphs, to aid in understanding the patterns detected by the neural network. These visual representations provide valuable insights into the composition, allowing musicians and musicologists to appreciate the intricate nuances that might otherwise go unnoticed.
Neural networks are revolutionizing music analysis by uncovering hidden patterns within compositions and providing a deeper understanding of this expressive art form. By leveraging the power of these algorithms, we can unravel the complexities of the music, revealing the underlying structures and principles that shape our musical experiences. With each new discovery, we inch closer to unlocking the secrets of music, and exploring its profound impact on our emotions and culture.
Unlocking Your Perfect Playlist: Neural Networks for Music Recommendation Systems
With the advent of streaming services and the vast amount of music available at our fingertips, it can be overwhelming to find the perfect playlist for every mood and occasion. However, thanks to advancements in technology, we now have neural networks that can assist in unlocking the perfect playlist tailored specifically to your taste and preferences.
Neural networks are a type of machine learning algorithm inspired by the human brain. They are capable of learning and recognizing patterns, making them ideal for music recommendation systems. These systems utilize the power of neural networks to analyze vast amounts of data, including user listening history, song characteristics, and user-generated playlists.
The process of unlocking your perfect playlist begins with gathering data. This data encompasses various elements such as the audio features of songs, user profiles, and user behavior metrics. Once this data is collected, it is fed into the neural network model, which starts to identify patterns and correlations between different songs and user preferences.
The neural network model then goes through a training phase, where it learns from the data to make accurate predictions and recommendations. During training, the model adjusts its internal parameters to minimize the difference between predicted and actual user preferences. This iterative process fine-tunes the model, making it more accurate over time.
The output of the neural network model is a personalized playlist recommendation that takes into account your listening history, musical preferences, and even external factors such as time of day or current mood. These recommendations can be presented to you in the form of a visually appealing interface, featuring album covers, song titles, and artist information.
To ensure that the neural network-generated playlist truly matches your tastes, it undergoes a validation phase. This includes a feedback loop where you can rate, like, or skip songs to further refine the system. The more you interact with the recommendations, the better the neural network model becomes in understanding your musical preferences.
Unlocking your perfect playlist is made possible through the application of neural networks in music recommendation systems. By analyzing data, learning patterns, and fine-tuning recommendations, these systems provide personalized playlists catered to your unique taste. With the power of neural networks, you can now embark on a musical journey that perfectly encapsulates your mood, preferences, and desires.
Fine-tuning Musical Taste: Leveraging Neural Networks to Enhance Personalized Recommendations
In the ever-expanding world of music streaming platforms, **personalized recommendations** have become an essential tool for enhancing user experience and engagement. With a vast library of songs at our disposal, discovering new music that aligns with our unique tastes and preferences can sometimes feel overwhelming. However, thanks to advancements in artificial intelligence and neural networks, we are now able to fine-tune musical taste and deliver personalized recommendations like never before.
At the heart of this technological evolution lies the concept of **neural networks**. By leveraging the power of these complex mathematical models, music streaming platforms can analyze vast amounts of data, including user listening habits, preferences, and demographic information. This allows a deeper understanding of individual musical taste and creates an opportunity to enhance personalized recommendations.
One of the key benefits of using neural networks for recommendation systems is their ability to capture intricate patterns and relationships within music. This enables platforms to accurately predict user preferences, even for songs they have not yet encountered. By training the neural network on a massive dataset comprised of diverse music genres, styles, and artists, the system gains a comprehensive understanding of the musical landscape. This understanding allows it to make insightful connections between different songs, genres, and artists, resulting in highly targeted recommendations.
To illustrate the process, let’s take a closer look at the underlying mechanisms of fine-tuning musical taste using neural networks. Upon signing up for a music streaming platform, users are prompted to provide information about their musical preferences. This initial input acts as a starting point for the recommendation system. As the user explores and interacts with the platform, the neural network constantly analyzes their behavior, including the songs they listen to, the playlists they create, and the artists they follow.
Through a continuous feedback loop, the neural network adapts and refines its understanding of the user’s musical taste, allowing for further personalized recommendations. This feedback loop is crucial in providing a seamless user experience. By taking into account new musical discoveries, changes in preferences over time, and even popular trends, the recommendation system can continuously evolve and stay attuned to the user’s ever-changing musical taste.
By fine-tuning musical taste through the power of neural networks, music streaming platforms have the potential to revolutionize the way we explore and discover music. With personalized recommendations tailored to our individual preferences, listeners can immerse themselves in a world of music that truly resonates with their unique taste. So, next time you hit play on a recommended playlist, remember the behind-the-scenes magic happening within the neural network, bringing you closer to the songs that make your heart sing.
Harmonizing the Future of Music: Exploring Potential Applications of Neural Network Technology
In today’s fast-paced world, groundbreaking advancements in technology continue to shape the future of numerous industries, including music. One such innovation making waves in the music industry is neural network technology. By leveraging the power of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML), neural networks hold immense potential to revolutionize how we create, consume, and experience music.
Neural networks, inspired by the structure of the human brain, are complex networks of interconnected artificial neurons that can learn and make predictions based on patterns and data. In the realm of music, neural networks could be applied to various areas, from composition and production to recommendation and analysis.
One practical application of neural network technology in music is automated composition. By training a neural network on vast datasets of musical compositions spanning different genres and styles, it can generate original melodies, harmonies, and even lyrics. These AI-generated compositions have the potential to break conventional boundaries and unlock entirely new musical territories.
Moreover, neural networks can assist musicians and producers in the cumbersome task of audio production. With the ability to analyze and learn from existing music, AI can help in automating tasks such as audio mixing and mastering, saving both time and effort. By utilizing neural networks, musicians can focus more on their creative process rather than getting lost in technical intricacies.
Another exciting prospect lies in personalized music recommendation systems. By examining user preferences and listening habits, neural networks can provide tailored music suggestions, enhancing the music discovery experience. Additionally, AI-powered systems can analyze large-scale music databases to identify hidden patterns, genres, and subgenres, leading to novel insights and discoveries that could shape the future of music.
In conclusion, neural network technology has the potential to harmonize the future of music in unprecedented ways. From generating original compositions to automating production processes and improving music recommendation systems, AI and ML-powered neural networks are reshaping the landscape of music creation, consumption, and exploration. As we embrace these transformative advancements, the possibilities for the future of music become limitless.
As the symphony of this article comes to a harmonious close, we have embarked upon a delightful exploration of the remarkable relationship between neural networks and the world of music. With every stroke of our intellectual baton, we have unpicked the intricate melodies and rhythms that persistently enchant our souls.
From delving into the extraordinary universe of music analysis to uncovering the clandestine secrets that lie within each note, our journey has been nothing short of mesmerizing. The capabilities of neural networks have unveiled new horizons in music comprehension, allowing us to decode the sheer artistry hidden within every composition.
But it doesn’t end there. Neural networks possess an innate capability to metamorphose into our very own musical mavens, seamlessly guiding us toward melodies that resonate with our souls. These virtuosic algorithms have become our cherished companions in the quest for musical satisfaction, skillfully steering us through vast soundscapes and unearthing hidden gems we may have never encountered otherwise.
As we bid adieu to this voyage, we are left in awe of the symbiotic partnership between human creativity and algorithmic ingenuity. The rich interplay between these two forces has set the stage for a future where music transcends boundaries, embarking upon unexplored harmonies and comforting melodies that span generations.
So, dear reader, let us carry the echoes of this expedition into the realm of music, where neural networks have emerged as steadfast allies, silently orchestrating a symphony of analysis and recommendation. Together, we have peeled back the layers of this wondrous realm, forever changing the way we perceive and interact with the melodies that dance through our lives.

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A woman was reportedly attacked by a group of juveniles in the Barracks Row area in Southeast D.C. The incident took place near 7th and G streets Wednesday night. • A 16-year-old boy has been charged with murder after a double-shooting left a man dead and a juvenile male seriously injured on July 5 in Northeast Washington.
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Fox5DC: Woman attacked by group of juveniles in Southeast DC “A woman was reportedly attacked by a group of juveniles in the Barracks Row area in Southeast D.C. The incident took place near 7th and G streets Wednesday night. According to a victim, she was walking down the street in her workout clothes when a group of about 15 people randomly attacked her.”
WJLA: Teen charged with murder in double-shooting that left 1 dead in Northeast D.C. “A 16-year-old boy has been charged with murder after a double-shooting left a man dead and a juvenile male seriously injured on July 5 in Northeast Washington.”
NBC Washington: Man Arrested in Hit-and-Run That Injured Transgender Woman in Northeast DC “D.C. police say they’ve arrested a man who is accused of purposely running down a transgender woman and driving away in Northeast last week.”
NBC Washington: ‘Thank God’: Mother Grateful Her 1-Year-Old Survived Getting Shot in DC “The mom of a 1-year-old boy who was shot after getting caught in the crossfire of a brazen shooting in Northeast D.C. says she’s amazed and grateful he has survived and he’s already making great strides in his recovery.”
Public Safety Update
Fox5DC: Questions raised after DC employs registered sex offender “A registered sex offender with access to sensitive information involving kids was hired by the District’s Department of General Services. Now, there are questions as to why he was not properly vetted before he was hired by the city.”
NBC Washington: ‘It’s a Mess’: New York Avenue to Get Safety Overhaul “The D.C. transportation department is looking at ways to make New York Avenue safer for pedestrians, cyclists and drivers.”
WJLA: Con artists targeting drivers with dented vehicles in Georgetown “MPD says the criminals were last seen this week in a Dodge Charger with D.C. tags in Georgetown along M Street and Wisconsin Avenue. Ray has been repairing dents for more than a decade and has witnessed fake dent repairers in action.”
Mayor and City Council
Fox5DC: DC bill proposed to provide baby boxes for all newborns “Now, new legislation has been proposed in the District that would make sure every new parent in the city would have access to a free baby box in an effort to reduce D.C.’s infant mortality rate.”
Washington Post: Trump voting panel tells states to hold off sending data while court weighs privacy impact “President Trump’s voting commission on Monday asked states and the District to hold off submitting the sweeping voter data the panel had requested until a federal judge in Washington decides whether the White House has done enough to protect Americans’ privacy.”
If you know anyone who has information regarding suspects, please call DC police.
Posted July 13 2017 at 10:10 AM by DC Police Union News | Permanent Link

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Rutherglen Town Hall has announced it’s line-up for the autumn and winter months.
There’s comedy, theatre, music and much more on the cards for the second half of the year.
The season gets underway at the end of this month, when The Pitiless Storm is performed, starring well known Scottish actor David Hayman.
It’s about a trade union activist undergoing a crisis of conscience ahead of the independence referendum, and is being previewed in Rutherglen ahead of a run at the Edinburgh festival.
Thursday, August 7, will bring opera to the venue, as a production of Puccini’s romantic tragedy, La Bohème arrives.
A string of Scottish singers will bring the tale to life.
The following night sees music of a different sort, as Scottish guitarist RM Hubbert stops by.
Winner of the Scottish album of the year award in 2013, Hubby’s intimate performance will spotlight one of Scotland’s most engaging talents.
If that’s too sedate then the Rock Doctors will bring the party on August 14.
This tribute act blast through the hard rocking hits of the Who, Journey, Guns N’ Roses and many others.
On Saturday August 16 the always popular Kids Magic show returns, with a performance that’ll leave youngsters dazzled.
Kids Magic will also be back on October 11, too.
Rutherglen Rep return on September 5 and 6, with their latest show My Friend Miss Flint.
It’s a tale of mistaken identity that promises comedy chaos.
Thursday September 11 delivers Bruce & Walker, as two of Scotland’s most evocative singer-songwriters join forces for a set of classic Scottish music.
On September 17 it’s time to remember how good friends and a night out can mend a broken heart, as I Will Survive is on.
It’s a brilliant new comedy-musical that features laughs and popular tunes from the 70s, 80s and 90s.
A more sobering show is on October 3, with King of Hearts.
It focuses on a young Scottish soldier who’s dispatched to dispose of a bomb in a French town, only to be hailed as a king by residents of a nearby asylum.
The Hallowed Turf will then be shown on October 8, continuing the run of thoughtful, intelligent theatre.
It’s the story of Walter Tull, the first black combat officer to serve in the British army during World War One.
Tull had to put his football ambitions on hold to serve in the war , and the play will look at his life.
A rather more light-hearted tale comes on October 10, with Nothing Personal, a tale about residents, families and carers all up against each other.
Youngsters will find entertainment in Emily Brown and the Thing on October 13 and Old Macdonald had a Farm on October 17.
In-between, an older generation can get their dancing shoes on for Rolling Back The Years on October 14, which promises to provide plenty of nostalgia.
There’s stand-up comedy from popular star Daniel Sloss on October 18, with the fresh-faced comic performing his new show.
Offering a more poignant experience will be a new version of Oh What A Lovely War from October 28 to November 1.
Popular Blondie tribute band Dirty Harry will rattle through hits like Call Me, Atomic and Heart of Glass on November 7.
Then King’s Park brass band present an evening of Heroes and Villains on November 21, offering tunes from screen and stage.
The following day sees Rutherglen Rep back with Blood-Red Silver, the latest instalment in the Lunchtime Theatre series.
Then we’re into the Christmas season, and a number of festive shows should prove winter warmers.
There’s How The Ruggie Troll Nicked Christmas on November 28, offering fun for all the family.
A Christmas craft fair is on November 29, with a Christmas Carols Concert following on December 3 and then a Christmas Céilidh on December 6.
This year’s big Christmas panto rounds off the year from December 13 through to the 23rd, starring former Britain’s Got Talent contestant Edward Reid.
The always popular tea dances will continue every month too.
Tickets for any of these shows can be booked in person from the Town Hall, by calling 0141 613 5700 or by visiting www.sllcboxoffice.co.uk.


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Authorities are investigating why Spc. Ivan Lopez, an Iraq war veteran, opened fire Wednesday at Fort Hood, killing three and wounding 16 others before turning the gun on himself.
Lopez was treated at the base for anxiety and depression. He was also being evaluated for post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Fort Hood's commander said Friday that Lopez argued with his superiors shortly before the attack after they denied a leave request. In a family statement released Friday afternoon, the father of Ivan Lopez said, "My son must have not been in his right mind, he wasn't like that."
The tragedy has put greater attention on a struggle felt by so many war veterans, including Carlos Ackermann. The Iraq and Afghanistan veteran shared his struggle with PTSD.
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GREENSBORO, N.C. (WGHP) — A man is being charged following an armed robbery at a gas station on Saturday night, according to the Greensboro Police Department.
At around 9:15 p.m. on Saturday, officers came to the Exxon at 2829 Randleman Road after getting a report of a robbery.
Police say that the suspect implied to have a weapon and then left with an undisclosed amount of cash. No one was injured during the robbery.
Investigators were later able to identify the suspect as Lemont Webb, 26. He would be later found at his home where he was taken into custody.
Webb is being charged with one count of robbery with a dangerous weapon and was given a $250,000 bond.
This was the second robbery of a gas station on Randleman Road in the last two days.

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It's rumor time, no, we aren't starting a rumor, RD is talking about a huge one we posted about yesterday, that Merlin is interested in buying the Busch parks from SeaWorld if they should become available.
Right now it's a HUGE if, although this mornings earnings call filled in a few of the gaps as the news was bad all around. RD investigates the various options for the Busch parks should they come up for sale.
Written by R.D. Sussman-Dewberry
In the news recently have been several rather important notes about the business that we are all a part of: Theme parks at a crossroads. Indeed, seeing the ouster of the former president of SixFlags Inc for their old head is one of them, as is seeing Joel Manby of SeaWorld Parks (SFP) discussing options for the future of that chain. Right now, theme parks are profitable, with new attractions beginning to be announced for 2018 and beyond, and a good segment in the investment industry to be looking at.... so long as you're buying Disney or Cedar Fair.
Let's take a brief look into what's going on - and why it is going on.
SeaWorld Parks was created during the tumultuous times following the AB-InBev merger in 2010. In essence, the parks were spun off from Anheuser Busch into a separate company in which an ownership group took control, before going public later on. The parks were profitable, growth was good... and then a mockumentary called "Blackfish" was released - a joint effort of PETA and CNN. Being run as pure fact, without the knowledge of SeaWorld Parks, it led to a drop in attendance at the SeaWorld throughout. Later, the mockumentary was rebuked in full as being pretty much fiction - but the damage was done, and PETA was able to put a knife into a great park company. (As an aside: I will forgo my thoughts on PETA and what they did other than to say this: They had a motive, they had a weapon, and they had the means to kill off the chain. )
Since then, the two Busch Gardens parks, the water parks and Sesame Place have all been doing well - in fact, financially supporting the company through these rough times. Though numbers have turned around... they are still lagging the financial success they once had. Joel Manby was brought on board to take the parks in a new direction - and has done so with as much effort as he had shown with his previous employer, Herschend Family Entertainment.
It was announced recently that SWP/Manby had brought in a consultant to look at the future of the company - and the parks therein. Speculation has begun as to the outcome of this, and to the future of the SWP chain. Today it was released that the two Busch Garden parks are now in play - as a spin-off of the SWP company. It would effectively split the company back to the way it was prior to 1986 - before Busch Entertainment Corporation was founded.
So who could bid - and why? Here's my short list.
Cedar Fair: While CF is doing fine financially, to take on the debt of this transaction would be rather extreme. They are now balanced with their finances in check, and showing good numbers profit wise - but at this time it would be taking on another huge chunk of debt to digest in one meal. Financially, it would be rather hard for them to swallow without divesting a park or two along the way.
Merlin: Merlin's financial situation is similar to CF's in terms of debt and equity - but has had a reputation for issues with some parks and the quality of the attractions they have added. Fiscally speaking, they are strong enough to do so - but will have the same financial indigestion afterwards.
Herschend: To me, the most obvious - and best fit - choice for the Busch Gardens Parks. A solid management team from corporate, good financial resources, a mountain of unrestricted cash on hand - and a reputation for quality that is equal to Disney (and in some cases BETTER than Disney). They have been looking to expand for a while, and now have an opportunity to do so with two award-winning parks.
These three companies represent the best possible answers as of right now. Other firms may become involved as well - and depending on the situation, we could even see places we're not familiar with taking a hand in the process.
And as you noticed... SixFlags Inc was left out.
SF Inc is now negotiating financial waters which are at best rocky - and at worst, a storm that will rip that company apart. Financially, the debt situation there is now at a critical mass - with a DDD- credit rating (Basically: Junk bonds) and with a debt to equity ratio that is nearly 4-1 (For every $4.00 of debt, $1.00 is equity/assets) The ouster of their previous president is a VERY ominous sign - and the competition is ramping up their game across the country. Parks like Silver Dollar City (Herschend) in Branson, MO and Knott's Berry Farm (CF) in Buena Park are preparing to add world-class attractions that will invariably draw people away from SF Inc's parks. That level of competition requires an offensive strategy to get people back INTO the SF parks... which too is failing. As of the Q4/Q1 gate totals: Overall attendance is flat - and guest spending is down drastically year over year, despite growth in season pass sales/use. This is a GIANT red flag that there are issues with what people are wanting in the parks - and what they are willing to pay for when there.
At the same time, the strange ownership of SixFlags parks - and the brand therein - may also be in play. The Wynne Trust - who own SFoG & SFoT - as well as the Six Flags name - has become more vocal in the past few months towards their own parks - and the operations therein.
In short: SFInc is closer to their day of reckoning than we've seen since 2005... and their last trip through bankruptcy court. The situation is now becoming very close to that - and is showing signs that to avoid the return that they will have to start shedding assets - and liquidating others - to prevent their financial collapse. While I do not ever see them shutting down (that's foolish folks - you should know better) I do see them looking into their crystal ball - and looking at what assets are performing, which are lagging... and which ones will be sold off. They are now in a place where this is not just an 'if' but rather a 'when' and one that no company should EVER be faced to look at.
In the words of Margo Channing (Look her up, kids...) "Fasten your seatbelts. It's going to be a bumpy night." We are right on the edge of some serious shakeups in the theme park game - with some big winners, some big losers - and a hell of a lot of upheaval at the end.
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AUSTIN, Texas — J. R. Parten, a small-town East Texas boy who grew up to lead one of the most remarkable careers in the 20th century, including service as chairman of The University of Texas System Board of Regents, is the subject of a new biography published by UT’s Texas State Historical Association and the Center for American History.
Through extensive research, unlimited access to Parten’s personal papers and numerous interviews, Dr. Don E. Carleton, director of the Center for American History, brings a new understanding to Parten and his accomplishments in his book, A Breed so Rare: The Life of J. R. Parten, Liberal Texas Oil Man, 1896-1992.Born in 1896, Parten attended the University from 1913 to 1917, then became the youngest major in the field artillery during World War I. He entered the oil business in 1919, and was a pioneer in the industry, establishing numerous energy businesses that earned millions of dollars and employed thousands of people. While he was on the board of regents (1935-1941), he used his knowledge of the oil industry to greatly increase the University’s income from its oil holdings. He also fought for academic excellence and freedom of speech for students and faculty.
Little known during his lifetime, Parten remains a relatively anonymous figure today, despite his historically significant roles in Texas and the nation. He counted numerous bigger-than-life figures among his friends, including Huey Long of Louisiana, President Harry Truman, Sam Rayburn, John Henry Faulk and Lyndon B. Johnson.
During World War II, Parten was a dominant figure in the development of the “Big Inch” and the “Little Inch” pipelines, which stretched from East Texas to the East Coast and provided critical fuel for the victorious Allied war effort. In 1945, he became the chief of staff for the U.S. delegation to the Allied War Reparations Commission in Moscow and later participated in the Potsdam Conference in Berlin. He also led the campaign in 1944 to reinstate Homer P. Rainey, who had been fired as president of UT Austin.
Parten was active in state and national politics as a lifelong Democrat, often crusading on the losing side of elections and issues. In 1950, he helped establish the Fund for the Republic to counter threats to basic civil liberties during the red scare of the 1950s. His support of the Texas Observer, and for sometimes unpopular politicians and ideas, brought important liberal ideas to the local and national stage.
As a generous philanthropist and political activist, Parten supported world peace and opposed nuclear weapons and the Vietnam War. Parten was a man who stood firmly behind his beliefs, a quiet doer in a culture that is more accustomed to the flamboyant gesture. But he was a lifelong learner and was willing to change when shown a better way. Carleton began work on Parten’s biography after conducting a series of interviews with him in the summer of 1983. Realizing the significance of his untold story, Carleton obtained Parten’s permission to use the interviews and his personal archives as the nucleus of the research for a full-scale biography, but went much further in filling in the story.
The result is “a masterful biography of one of the most important and influential Texans of the 20th century,” according to UT history professor Lewis Gould. “Anyone interested in the workings of the Texas oil industry, The University of Texas at Austin, and Texas politics generally must read this book. It belongs on the shelf of everyone interested in Texas history.”
For further information, contact George Ward at the Texas State Historical Association (512/471-1525) or Carleton at (512/495-4515).

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I was perhaps an atypical candidate for the First Things Junior Fellowship. As a college student, I led a chapter of the Democratic Socialists of America, and was, for a time, a committed Marxist. Marxism gave me a framework for understanding my upbringing in a relatively poor home in a Southern town left behind by the whirlwind of neoliberalism.
But as I engrossed myself in the work of running a political organization, I became disenchanted with the progressive left. Meeting after meeting was stymied by censorious whining and battles of identity politics. Efforts to help the homeless were put on the back burner as we argued over whether Robert’s Rules was a “crypto-fascist” way to conduct meetings. A reading group on the history of political thought, for which I had composed a syllabus, was torpedoed at our first meeting after an individual lambasted my decision to start with Plato. The Republic, she said, was an “ur-text of fascism.”
I left organized politics, and for the next two years my political activities were limited to scholarly engagement with classic theoretical works. While I gradually rejected a strictly materialist conception of history and ceased to describe myself as a Marxist, I could not sign on to conservatism. Whatever my convergence with conservatives on matters cultural, the economic policy agenda of the American right was in large part responsible for the deindustrialization that had immiserated my home.
During the summer of 2019, a friend sent me an article that I’ve returned to many times since: “Against the Dead Consensus.” Finally, I thought, a substantive critique of the Reaganite specter that haunts the American right. Finally, a conservatism willing to defend the working class against the vicissitudes of the market. It was a platform that I could sign on to, and I subscribed to First Things soon after.
Things have changed since then. The initial backlash to “Against the Dead Consensus” has given way to a GOP that seems to be operating on the article’s terms. Every presidential hopeful now races to articulate a comprehensive family policy, and even Marco Rubio is willing to support the effort to unionize the Amazon plant back in my home state. But the struggle is not over yet—old habits die hard, and unprecedented inflation could lead the American right to “simply play those 1980s hits again,” emphasizing tax cuts and free trade, as Ross Douthat has suggested. This would be a betrayal of the working class whose cause the right has championed in the past few years.
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Publication date: September–October 2019
Source: International Journal of Law and Psychiatry, Volume 66
Author(s): Machteld De Clercq, Freya Vander Laenen
Forensic psychiatric reports have a profound impact on the life of a defendant, on society and on the mental health system. Good-quality reports are essential but are often criticized for their lack of thorough substantiation. The use of multiple methods to obtain information, test instruments (psychological and/or risk) and third-party information are recommended.
To explore the use of test instruments and third-party information, as part of a multi-method approach, in forensic psychiatric evaluations. We examined 151 court-ordered expert reports in Flanders (Belgium).
A psychological test instrument was used in 61% of the cases, and a risk taxation instrument in 19% of the cases. Third-party information was used in 43% of the cases.
A multi-method approach is not common practice in forensic psychiatric evaluations. The use of validated test instruments and third-party information can be improved. The quality of forensic reports could be improved by the establishment of a forensic observation centre and the use of a standardized approach.

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Saturday – Day 1
OLBIA / NUORO / ORGOSOLO / ORISTANO
Arrival in Olbia, and we will leave by bus to Oristano. We stop in Nuoro, to visit the Museum of Custom and Popular Traditions of Sardinia, which preserves a rich documentation on the habits and customs of life in Sardinia. We will have lunch with Orgosolo shepherds, with the typical menu of the place. In the evening, we will arrive to Oristano, we will go for sightseeing, and then hotel accommodation in private rooms, dinner and overnight.
Sunday – Day 2
Full board in hotel. The whole day is dedicated to the Sartiglia, the characteristic carnival event of Oristano. This is a contest of skill, in which riders “Componidores”, dressed in traditional clothes with the characteristic white mask on their face, must pierce a star with the sword, while riding a galloping horse.
Monday – Day 3
ORISTANO / OLBIA
Breakfast and lunch at the hotel. Visit to the Sinis Peninsula , where there are the ruins of the ancient city of Tharros, the Paleo-Christian Church of St. John of Sinis and the Hypogeum of Saint Salvator. In the afternoon, we turn back to Olbia. End of the tour.
GROUP RATE MIN. 20 PEAPLE UPON REQUEST

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1230 NW Hoyt Street
Portland, OR 97209Neighborhood:
ItalianPrice: $30 and under
- Dining Style: Casual Elegant
- Website: http://fratelliportland.com/
- Phone: 5032418800
- Hours of Operation:
Dinner served Wednesday - Sunday, 5-10pm, Happy Hour Wednesday - Sunday 5 - 6, 9 - Close
- Payment Options: AMEX,MasterCard,Visa
- Cuisine: Italian
- Executive Chef: Paul Klitsie
- Dress Code: Casual Dress
- Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
- Additional Details: Banquet/Private Rooms, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Counter Seating, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking Restaurant, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Personal wines welcome, Personal wines welcome (corkage fee applies), Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
- Catering: Fratelli specializes in catering appetizer driven events and will work with you to create a personalized menu.
- Private Party Facilities: Fratelli is available for private parties; including 65 seated and 80 stand up in the restaurant; and private dining in the Lara Sydney gallery including 35 seated and 60 stand up.
- Private Party Contact: Jace Janke 5032418800
- Cross Street: Hoyt and 12th Avenue
- Public Transit: Portland streetcar: Towards waterfront, stopping at 11th between Hoyt and Glisan, towards Good Samaritan Hospital, at 10th between Flanders and Glisan.
- Parking: Street Parking
- Parking Details: There is street parking and several lots nearby.
A word from Fratelli
A little bit of Italy in the Northwest! The next time you visit Portland, Oregon-on business or for fun-come dine with us at Ristorante Fratelli! We pride ourselves on our simple, regional approach to Italian cuisine. We cook with only the freshest local organic produce, meats and herbs. In addition to our tantalizing selection of the finest grappas, sambucas and spumantes, we offer you a rich, Italian/Oregon wine list, featuring renowned blends and vintages from all of Oregon and Italy's regions.Continued
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Fratelli reviews from OpenTable diners
- AmazingOpenTable Diner Since 2011Dined on 11/1/2013I have lived in Portland my entire life, and Fratelli may very well be the best restaurant I have found yet. Spectacular service, friendly wait staff, romantic and modern ambiance, and most importantly, Amazing food. The bruschetta with NY tri-tip and and truffle oil for appetizer, and juniper marinated flank steak were absolutely delicious. Highly recommended.I would recommend this to a friend.
- Impeccable Service, Wonderful PlaceMrBuchkoDined on 10/31/2013My wife and I have visited Fratelli on several occasions: we became a couple there in 2011, it was our destination after my wedding proposal in 2012, and this trip was to celebrate our first wedding anniversary. The menu is not expansive but the food there is delicately prepared and lovingly displayed before you in a manner so elegant that for forget about your limited selection. The service here is unparalleled; with a caring and knowledgeable staff so courteous you'll wish they were your servers at every other restaurant you'll trek to thereafter. We CAN NOT recommend this place enough!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Bday celebrationFoodiesfromthecouveDined on 10/26/2013Amazing food, very creative, we were celebrating a birthday with friends after just spending two weeks in Italy, and were significantly impressed with the food quality. A bit more complex that most of the food we ate there, as authentic Italian appears to be much more simple, but this exceeded our expectations for PDX. I would only suggest a bit more vegetarian fare, as I thought that was what I was ordering, so was surprised it contained meat ( Orecchiette)..I am thinking my my mistake in reading the menu??? We will definitely look forward to and try the new venture in Vancouver next month.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Very Good Italian food in the PearlLuv2eatoutDined on 10/20/2013My husband and I love this restaurant. It has a great atmosphere, great cocktails and wine, and very good Italian food. We often bring friends, and everyone we have brought likes it, too. The service is unobtrusive, yet very good. As for the food, I love the appetizers and salads. I had a fabulous autumn salad with beats and poached egg recently, and I loved it. We also shared warm marinated olives and salami, which we all loved. As for the entrees, one of us had the smoked pork entree and gave it rave reviews. One had the sea bass, and found it to be a little over cooked. However, we'll definitely eat at Fratelli's again.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Small fantastic gemLovejacksonVIPDined on 10/10/2013Been there twice now and both times the food has been fantastic and the service attentive. It is in a small cozy location which just feels friendly as you enter. We will be back again soon.Special Features:
- Good food, warm service & ambienceluv2dineDined on 9/27/2013In one word, Go! We appreciated the tweaking of the offerings to suit our dietary needs. While we were disappointed that they were out of the tuna (listed prominently in the entree section), the replacement cod (hard to make tasty) was very nicely cooked! Thanks, Fratelli and our lovely waiter!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Good choice in PearlBrasseurDined on 9/27/2013Locals recommended Ristorante Fratelli and we were glad to try it. The menu is short which is something I like to see yet the options were varied and interesting. I was disappointed that the Happy Hour specials were only available at the bar, but our server did offer us a bowl of olives at that price at our table. Preparation is careful and flavor/seasoning was pronounced. I had a roasted corn and mushroom gnocchi dish and the smoked/roasted corn fragrance perfumed the restaurant. Dishes were distinctive! I would have liked more seafood and chicken options and I found prices a bit high for Portland. I'd go back, but would strategize more with our order to get a lighter and less expensive meal.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Perfect for a romantic nightBrimarVIPDined on 9/22/2013My husband I dined at Fratelli's on a Sunday evening in September. We were celebrating our 1st anniversary, as we celebrated our engagment at Fratelli's two years prior. This is our favorite restaurant for a romantic dinner. The dining area is small (about a dozen tables), which provides an intimate feeling without feeling like everyone can hear your every word. The room is dimely lit with faint loungey music We had the steak bruschette and meatball appetizers (both good, bruschette was best). My husband had the Orecchiete alla carbonara (which had the most amazing flavor) and I had the ricotta gnocci (also good but a little mushy). We like this restaurant because it is nice but not too fancy or uptight.Special Features:
- freshly fratelli'skanikineDined on 9/22/2013for a paleo eater going italian is an anxious experience: will there be anything without wheat in it? at fratelli's (chose because of its $$ rather than $$$ rating), fresh & local are more important than pasta. & yes, i did enjoy the homemade papparadelle, my first taste of pasta in 15 months! this italian cafe was comfortable, delicious, homey. the food tasted homemade & as if everything was picked out back that day. i could have been more please with my foray into homemade noodles perfectly served with tender roasted pork & a tart plum sauce: i licked up every bite! it was an easy walk to our theatrical evening event, nice to have after the wine we savored with our meal~Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Happy hour treats all day Sunday!lawsloDined on 9/22/2013We haven't been to fratelli's in years but loved our recent visit. YUM- good for vegetarians!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Solid ExperienceGMoneyDined on 9/21/2013We choose the location based on a recommendation of a friend. We were surprising pleased. At first glance the suroundings seemed a bit crowded and perhaps on the noisy side but regardless of any shortcomings of these points the food was outstanding. enough of a selection for options on all three courses. My wife had the gnocchi and I had teh lasagna and both were outstanding. There were six in our party and not a nibble was left on any one plate. I highly recommend Fratelli!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Wonderful food and service!OpenTable Diner Since 2012Dined on 8/31/2013In a city with countless excellent restaurants, it's hard for one to stand out. However, Fratelli did just that when we visited, serving up classic, delicious Italian food at a reasonable price with attentive (but never overbearing or snooty) service. Suggested wine pairings matched the dishes beautifully, portions were generous but not overwhelming and presentations were delightful.Special Features:
- Great Food & CocktailsDavidKVIPDined on 8/30/2013We dined at the bar on a Friday night over the holiday weekend - it was relatively quiet but there was still atmosphere and we had a great time. The barman was friendly, attentive and he made great cocktails - we thoroughly enjoyed the "Ninety-Eight" and the "Corpse Reviver". Food portions may be smaller than you'd experience elsewhere but truly plentiful enough. The menu offers some foodie options and I had the paparadelle with wild boar ragu and it was excellent. My son is vegetarian and so had fewer choices and ended up with the gnocchi that was good but not great. Overall, a very pleasant evening and I'll certainly be back.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- HOUSE MADE CHARCUTERIEOpenTable Diner Since 2008Dined on 8/25/2013Fratelli is an absolute gem in the Pearl District. It is very personal and intimate compared to the larger surrounding restaurants where one tends to feel rushed and overlooked. At fratelli, I felt more like a guest than like a walking dollar sign. Their house made charcuterie (Porchetta di testa, Chicken Liver mousse, rillette, and mortadella) were the star of the evening. Beautifully prepared, plated and accompanied by a generous array of pickled vegetables and preserves. The cocktails were truly unique and the Pork loin was smoky and balanced.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- beware of servers hiding happy hourraring77Dined on 8/25/2013Good dinner, but they didn't inform us of happy hour being offered all day on Sundays (listed on website) and charged us $8/glass for house wine while others were getting house wine for $6/glass. Also, the server gave us no information on the food specials on Sunday. Now I know why everyone around us was getting wood fired pizzas (they were only $7-9). Fratelli staff should inform diners of specials even if they aren't familiar with the restaurant. This is not good service to keep happy hour prices secret to newcomers! Poor service!
- Delightful neighborhood tattorialikestoeatPortlandDined on 8/25/2013Fratelli is a relatively small neighborhood Italian restaurant (neighborhood is the very urban Pearl ) with 3 dining areas , one for a large group which has its own private room , a room with a bar and smaller tables, and outdoor street seating in good weather. Service was friendly and efficient , food very good with nice variety for a small setting. Antipasta with chicken liver pate , grilled onions and grainy mustard was great. Been there before and would definitely will return.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- ExcellentcorbakeDined on 8/18/2013First time we have eaten there. My husband had found the restaurant on the internet and the food was great. Would recommend it to all my friendsSpecial Features:
- Consistently delishiousheidipDined on 8/3/2013I am always surprised how this place remains uncrowded... If everyone knew how fantastic the food was they would flock to Fratelli. I know the Pearl has some great restaurants and competition for customers is fierce, yet I see folks opting for Fratellis neighbors instead...if you compare the food...hands down Fratelli beats the neighbors every single time!!! We ate out on the patio this weekend and really enjoyed the ambiance and service. The shaved beef mascarpone crostini should not be missed.Special Features:
- lost opportunityOpenTable Diner Since 2008Dined on 8/1/2013With so much potential given a great interior design they fell short by offering burned pizza (blackened and crumbled upon being picked up) and poor service. Food was overall a 3 given a very good mortadella and pate, but was overshadowed by over done crostini (not freshly made) and a virtually black pizza crust that should never have been delivered to a customer. Additionally our service was very poor. He delivered our food and never checked back to see how we were doing (had to flag him down for water) until we were ready for desert. He showed no interest.Special Features:
- HummmJayeDined on 8/1/2013Our 5th visit and not up to par. Took FOREVER to get our food and then it was not hot. Maybe it was because it was so busy....We'll give it another chance in a few weeks.I would recommend this to a friend.
- Great spot!danakVIPDined on 7/21/2013Wish there was a 4.5! Great little restaurant. Food was amazing. Loved the beef bruschetta with truffle oil. I had the wild boar pappardelle--scrumptious! Friend had the pork loin--cooked perfectly. Cheese board had my fave (humboldt fog) and salted Carmel blonde brownie with same gelato was decadent. Our sidewalk table made the most of the lovely weather. Our server was perfectly attentive and very knowledgeable. Would definitely recommend!Special Features:
- 8:00pmOpenTable Diner Since 2011Dined on 7/5/2013My wife and I went for dinner/happy hour Saturday night. We sat on the patio, which was awesome. Our server Keith was helpful and fun. We had probably 10 different dishes and several cocktails each. The mortadella is the best i've had in PDX, and I get it everywhere that offers it. The wood fired pizza was on point too. Will be returning soon i'm sure.Special Features:
- A neighborhood GemOpenTable Diner Since 2012VIPDined on 7/4/2013I nice, intimate restaurant with a pleasant atmosphere and comfortable music. I like their small menu yet each dish was perfect. The wine list is ample and varied. The service was perfect. It's nice to have an eatery that doesn't have television, blaring and annoying music and so much noise that you can't hold a conversation with the rest of the table. We will frequent Fratelli's again.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Our first visit, but not our lastJ2RHatDined on 7/4/2013Ambiance is that of a simplistic industrial design. Antipasti: Beets, blue cheese, pork jowls w/balsamic reduction. Fabulous! Primi: Kale salad, w/pickled zucchini, on brochette w/seasoned ricotta. Very nice flavors. Secondi: Pappardelli w/wild boar. The wild boar was tender. The pasta was cooked to perfection and the gravy was heavenly. Smoked Mt shadowed pork loin with asparagus and lentils. The pork was well seasoned, tender and moist. The lentils had very nice flavor with a perfect amount of lemon. Dolci: Dark chocolate brownie w/espresso gelato, marshmallow cream and pine nut brittle. This was an ok desert. Lemon profiteroles with a basil/balsamic syrup. The balsamic syrup was a little too intense. We will be backSpecial Features:
- Consistently goodWildredsideDined on 6/14/2013We've been going to fratelli's for years and have had superior experiences every time.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Very disappointing menu. ForKiinoteVIPDined on 6/8/2013Very disappointing menu. For an Italian restaurant to have only two pasta selections seems very strange. Some of the offerings were very exotic. Quality and taste of dishes were fair at best. For the quality of the dishes the menu is very over-priced.
- Cozy Italian DiningOpenTable Diner Since 2012Dined on 6/7/2013We had great meals, our server was fantastic. Went out of his way to find us some Tiramisu not on the menu, but they had some from a special event.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Excellent food, comparable serviceBillDined on 5/24/2013Lovely restaurant, excellent food and great service.Special Features:
- Took my son to dinner to enjoyOpenTable Diner Since 2003Dined on 5/15/2013Took my son to dinner to enjoy the food. As always it was top flight, creative, unique and fascinating. Staff is exceptionally knowledgeable (and always has been). You may make any menu inquiries and get a complete expalnation of the item's presentation. Fratelli has been for yeas one of my favorite Portland restaurants.Special Features:
- This was my second time diningOpenTable Diner Since 2009Dined on 5/3/2013This was my second time dining at Fratelli and the experience was again very good. Excellent service and knowledgeable waiter made for a great evening as our group selected several items that may not normally have been our first choice. Everything turned out great and our halibut, pork and wild boar entrees were excellent. Don't get to Portland often but would like to return.I would recommend this to a friend.
- My favorite PDX RestaurantOpenTable Diner Since 2012Dined on 4/28/2013Been eating at Fratelli since I moved to PDX in 2005. Aside from a few 'misses' (maybe 2-3 in about 50 meals) their food has been outstanding, and it's always fresh and seasonal. I love the Northern Italian approach. You never get a huge plate of gluggy, over-cooked pasta. It's always interesting and fresh cuts of meat or hand-made pasta (or gnocchi/risotto) in reasonable portions, with fascinating sauces and in-season vegetables. And they will gladly cook your child a little pizza, even if it's not on the menu. The portions are such that you can safely order an appetizer, a main, and dessert and walk out satisfied but not aching and bloated. I love, love love this place.Special Features:
- My wife and I went here forOpenTable Diner Since 2006Dined on 4/20/2013My wife and I went here for our anniversary. The risotto was excellent, but the dessert was fantastic.
- Fabulous food from beginningdockateVIPDined on 3/27/2013Fabulous food from beginning to end. Will definitely go back.Special Features:
- This is NOT the Olive Graden....OpenTable Diner Since 2012Dined on 3/22/2013One of my favorite places to eat in all of Portland. Seriously...Special Features:
- This is our second time aOpenTable Diner Since 2013Dined on 3/10/2013This is our second time a Fratelli and it was absolutely delish. We went on a Sunday night and they were surprisingly slow. I can’t believe they weren’t slammed!!! Good for me, bad for everyone else. I had the rabbit special and my friend had lasagna. The special came out and looked like artwork but tasted like heaven and the lasagna was outstanding too! I'm not sure if it was because they were slow, but I was doted on. The line cook (is that PC?) let me try a few things spread on a crostini and the chef gave me a scoop of delicious hazelnut gelato (on the house). I am telling you, this place is a GEM! Cannot wait to go back.Special Features:
- Must go!!!OpenTable Diner Since 2013Dined on 3/8/2013Fratelli was excellent. The server was attentive and funny. The chef even came out to check on us. I had stuffed rabbit wrapped in prosciutto. It was simply AMAZING, I could have had another!! The four of us split two desserts and they were heavenly, and the perfect amount of food. Can not wait to go back. I recommend Fratelli to anyone and everyone!!!Special Features:
- Had five courses. Four wereOpenTable Diner Since 2011Dined on 2/27/2013Had five courses. Four were outstanding. Sweetbread special was a little to smokey for my taste, kinda homogenized the dish. Will return.Special Features:
- Perfect Romantic NightOpenTable Diner Since 2012Dined on 2/17/2013My girlfriend and I were celebrating Valentines day late and I chanced upon Fratelli and made reservations. Eric was our server and he made the evening amazing for us. The service, food, and drinks were all perfect and just what we were hoping for on a special night. We'll definitely be coming back at some point.Special Features:
- First time to this place toOpenTable Diner Since 2013Dined on 2/15/2013First time to this place to celebrate my daughters 20th birthday. Really enjoyed the food and the staff.Special Features:
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JERUSALEM [MENL] -- Saudi Arabia has been linked to the Al Qaida-aligned
attack on Jewish and Western interests in India in 2008.
A report by the Jerusalem Center for Public Affairs asserted that Saudis
have been funding and encouraging the Al Qaida-aligned insurgency group
blamed for the sea-based strike on the Indian city of Mumbai in November
2008. The report, authored by Israeli [Res.] Col. Jonathan Fighel said Saudi
Arabia has been a leading sponsor of Lashkar-e-Taiba as part of Riyad's
campaign to support Islamic fundamentalism around the world.
"Saudi Arabia has contributed very much to what Lashkar-e-Taiba looks
like, how it thinks, its motivation, ideology, and funding," the report,
titled "The Saudi Connection to the Mumbai Massacres: Strategic Implications
for Israel," said. "Saudi Arabia presents itself as the protector and the
spearhead of the defense of Muslims around the world against what they
define as the Western cultural attack."


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In the Tuéda nature reserve, a unique Explor Games® concept in Méribel. The little ones will have fun looking for the beacons, the older ones will be on the lookout for clues. A friendly course designed for both children and adults.
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It’s time to explore the work of the IUCN… the what, we hear you cry? Hear from our very own Captain Redlist on how The Deep is helping to save animals all around the globe.
Become a science detective and help the team decide which animals need the most help in the interactive show at 11am, 1pm and 3pm in Endless Ocean and earn your own Rockin’ Redlister sticker.
Take part in the fun-packed trail around the aquarium, get your face painted in your favourite animal and grab a selfie at the photo station.
Runs 18th and 19th May 2019 at The Deep, Tower Street, Hull. For more info about The Deep please visit their website here.

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Galaxy M21s has a 6.4-inch 1080p+ Super AMOLED display and is powered by an Exynos 9611 SoC backed by 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage expandable via a MicroSD card. It runs on Android 10.
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Galaxy M21s packs a 6,000mAh battery with 15W fast-charging. It comes in two colors – Black and Blue and is priced at BRL 1,529.
Emman has been writing technical and feature articles since 2010. Prior to this, he became one of the instructors at Asia Pacific College in 2008, and eventually landed a job as Business Analyst and Technical Writer at Integrated Open Source Solutions for almost 3 years.


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AN overnight search for a three-year-old boy reported missing in Rincon de la Victoria, Malaga yesterday (Monday) has been called off after a body was found at 1.00am this morning.
Guardia Civil, local police and firefighters were involved in the operation to find the child.
The body was eventually found floating on a raft in the Montes de Malaga and recovered at 4.00am.
An autopsy will be performed later today to discover the cause of death.
The search had been complicated because the boyfriend of the child’s mother gave four different accounts of how the boy had gone missing.


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What's your story?
In this self-paced class you will say hello to a dozen fun strategies for sharing more of your words, and more of yourself, on your scrapbook pages.
Hello Story features 12 storytelling techniques that will bring both creativity and clarity to your documenting process.
Through more than 60 in-depth videos, 36+ layout examples from Ali designed specially for this workshop (12" x 12" and 8 1/2" x 11" layouts, plus Project Life® inserts), and 12 digital/printable packages, Hello Story will inspire you to take action and give you the tools you need to tell your own stories with confidence.
Are you ready to discover (or rediscover) the fun that comes from the interplay of design and words? By the end of class, you may even enjoy the storytelling process just as much as you love taking photos and playing with paint and paper!
What you'll learn
Here's what I want you to know:
- This is a layout class that emphasizes the place where design + words meet. Each lesson also includes an example for taking the topic and using it in Project Life® as an insert for those of you who are enjoying that memory keeping style at this time.
- This workshop is not solely focused on writing. It will definitely be a part of what is addressed but I've decided to approach the layouts in this workshop by starting with a design idea/theme first as a way to create a storytelling foundation. I'm branching out beyond some of my tried and true techniques and playing with a different approach by starting with these fun design concepts.
- Story structures included in this workshop include: timelines, fill-in-the-blank, direction, time, mathematics, six word stories, pie charts, maps, numbers, 5 W's, opposites, and rules for living.
- This workshop originally ran at Big Picture Classes. The content is the same. If you took this class via Big Picture please start a conversation with my Customer Service team to give you access to this workshop.
- This is a self-paced workshop. You will have access to all materials immediately upon purchasing this class.
What you'll get
- 12 story-focused lessons
- Each lesson includes a full color handout, slide presentation and video-walkthroughs on how I completed each project (over 62 videos in all)
- Each lesson includes a printable and/or digital element package (total value over $48)
- Message Board for communicating with others who are working through the content
- Gallery for sharing your projects
What you'll need
As you begin this class here’s what I recommend you have on hand:
- Pattern paper
- Pens for written journaling
- Photoshop or Word for printing digital elements and/or computer journaling
- Ink Jet printer for printing printable elements

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Tuesday, September 13, 2011
Lititz Craft Show 2011
Have you wondered where I have been....well I have also wondered that too. I have been working very hard to get my stock built up for my fall and winter shows. I am inching forward ever so slowly, but what I have is taking shape nicely. A lot of new things to offer this year. I get bored with the same, same so I am always drawing up something new.
The last show I did was Lititz, Pa. If you never went to this show, you are sure missing a huge one. It is massive, and if you go to it, you will always go back. My daughter Jaime went with my husband Jim and I to help out. We got there at 4am, and started to unload onto the sidewalk, by 5am we were setting up the tents. I was across from Wilbur's Chocolate Factory and by the end of the day, yes we bought some milk chocolate Wilbur Buds...oh so yummy!!
The day was beautiful, but towards the afternoon we had a few dark clouds and a bit of wind off and on. Then about 3pm, my daughter said to me, Mom it looks like a storm is coming we should start to pack up. Well I was glad I listened to her, by 3:30 it got darker and a bit windy. We had most of the totes packed, and Jim was putting them in the trailer. All we needed was 10 more minutes, but we didn't get them. The rain came down in buckets. By the time we got the 3rd tent down, we were drenched, and I mean drenched...the kind of wet where your clothes are dripping water, hair like we washed it, and shoes...well they were filled with water. If you never have been in a bad rain storm in Lititz you have not seen a storm. Water is rushing down the roads, from the curbs towards the middle of the roads. Along the curbs it could be 6 to 8 inches deep. It is definitely an experience to say the least. Most of the crafter's around me started to pack when I did, the ones that didn't lost some product for sure.
I will post some pictures of my booth and my crafts for you to see. Since Lititz I have lost 3 shows due to the bad weather, so it has not been a good year so far for sales. Lets hope the fall and winter is more profitable. I will try not to be away for so long, wishing I had 4 more hands and 48 hour days...
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Denis Côté directed this film about two ex-cons (played by Pierrette Robitaille and Romane Bohringer) who move to a cabin in Canada to find a little peace, only to have some very strange things start to happen around them (as will happen in the Canadian wilderness). Sorry, boys: This isn't a movie about that kind of bear.
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Thank you for all your comments last week I have replied to each of them and found them all hugely interesting to read.
As usual a busy week again but this week saw the last of my patchwork and quilting workshops so I thought I would share my creations with you.
I didn't really want to make a quilt but fancied doing something a little smaller. I started off with the idea of making 6 placemats in 10 weeks - one a week and 4 weeks to tie up loose ends, or so I thought. Well 10 weeks later I have made 3 and even those aren't completely finished!! Never mind you win some you loose some!
This is my first mat and is the only one I finished completely. I used Japanese Folded patchwork for this one and joined each square with hand stitching. Not as easy as it first appeared, because of the bias on the circles of fabric, they seem to develop a mind of their own when you are stitching them and I didn't have a walking foot at this stage either!
Is there a foot on your machine you wouldn't be without and why do you find it so useful?
My second project is Somerset Patchwork. As you can see I only completed 3 squares and need another 3 to complete the placemat in the same 3 x 2 configuration as the first mat. These are all hand sewn using small rectangles folded into triangles. I really enjoyed making these although they are quite time consuming and use a lot of material. I haven't really fathomed out how to join them together yet and have even thought I may make them into individual coasters instead!!
As you can see, on my third project, I still have the border to turn to the back and stitch in place. This was one of those times when the project evolved as I went along. I planned to do a tumbling blocks design and had seen a 'quick' way of doing it on line, but this didn't work out and I was left with lots of strips of fabric sewn together. I cut them into diamonds and this was the result, which I am rather pleased with as it turned out completely different to what I had in mind.
Once again, my final mat is still unfinished. I knew once the course ended I would struggle to complete it if I was part way through a design. I was using a Seminole patchwork design and originally I had planned to make a different strip for the centre but I ran out of time. Don't look too closely you can see a few mistakes in this one as I rushed to finish it!!
I have enjoyed this course but I'm not sure patchwork and quilting is for me! I like the patchwork bit best but get very irritated if I can't get the design accurate. The quilting bit doesn't float my boat either. I need to master my free machine embroidery but find it very difficult to slow my 38 yr old Frister Rossman machine down - it's all in the foot control you see!!!
Just a quick update on the Wedding Dress progress. For one reason or another it's been on and off over the last few weeks but we have now decided we are definitely making. I am making a mock up in calico first, the pictures above being of the bodice and now I am working on the skirt. Can't tell you too much just in case the groom to be is reading!!!
Off over to Handmade Monday now hosted by Lucy Blossom Crafts. I always look forward to this link party as it is such a friendly community.
Hope to see you there x


A Cold War legend – USAF General Dynamics F-111E Aardvark “The Chief” (says it all really) at The American Air Museum, IWM Duxford during my visit in the summer of 2012. Swing wing, supersonic (Mach 2.5!), massive payload and with terrain following radar, what a beast! The F-111E strike bomber variant entered USAF service from… Read More IWM Duxford – Cold War Legend: F-111E Aardvark “The Chief”
Soviet Buran Program The Buran shuttle program (also known as the VKK Space Orbiter program – Buran or “Буран” in Russian means “Snowstorm“) was the biggest and most expensive undertaking ever in Soviet space exploration. The program began in 1974 in response to the NASA Space Shuttle program (apparently initially due to the suspicion it… Read More Technik Museum Speyer – Soviet Buran OK-GLI Aerodynamic Test Shuttle
In addition to the aircraft flown by East Germany, the Technik Museum Speyer also has plenty of other Cold War era Soviet and Warsaw Pact aircraft in its halls and airpark. It’s pretty cool to enter the belly of a Beast from the East as you walk inside a huge 1960’s era Antonov An-22 Cock strategic… Read More Technik Museum Speyer – Soviet & Warsaw Pact Tech
To complement the aircraft formerly operated by West Germany during the Cold War, the Technik Museum Speyer also has a number of aircraft operated by the German Democratic Republic (GDR/DDR) – East Germany. Some of the former GDR aircraft were integrated into the new German Luftwaffe following the German unification of 1990 and others were… Read More Technik Museum Speyer – East German Tech
The Technik Museum Speyer in south-west Germany has a fantastic technology collection that includes aircraft, spacecraft, ships, submarines, cars and much more in both indoor and outdoor exhibits (it’s a big museum)! Part of the collection includes a number of NATO Cold War veteran aircraft, including those operated by what was then West Germany. Here… Read More Technik Museum Speyer – NATO Tech
The mass flypast of current Polish Armed Forces aircraft and helicopters to open the Radom Air Show 2017 was a beauty! To see formations of Sukhoi Su-22M4 Fitter and Mikoyan Gurevich MiG-29 Fulcrum combat aircraft flyover was something special!
Seeing active service Mikoyan Gurevich fighters in flight has always been on my aviation wishlist. The Radom Air Show 2017 in Poland has made a dream come true with plenty of MiG magic in the form of Polish Air Force Mikoyan Gurevich MiG-29 Fulcrum and Romanian Air Force Mikoyan Gurevich MiG-21 LanceR C jet fighters… Read More Radom Air Show 2017 – MiG Magic!


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Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with these fun and easy Leprechaun Trap Ideas. There are DIY box traps, top hat traps, and more for kids of all ages including kindergarten and preschool.
Most of these homemade leprechaun traps use everyday household items and Dollar Tree supplies, they are fairly cheap and simple to make. These traps make great St. Patrick’s Day crafts to make with your kids. They will have those little leprechauns running for the hills! Don’t forget to make your home extra festive on Saint Patrick’s Day with these DIY St. Patrick’s Day decorations to help you set the mood for the holiday.
What are Leprechaun Traps and How Does it Work?
Similar to Elf on the Shelf, it’s a fun holiday tradition to start with your kids. “How to Catch a Leprechaun” is a great book for children to read before making the traps!
The traps are set up the night before St. Patrick’s Day. Your kids will wake up the next morning to discover signs that leprechauns have visited the trap (letters, tricks, and more. See the bottom of the post for ideas). There will be chocolate coins or other treats left for them as a reward for their efforts.
Usually, they feature items such as rainbows, gold coins, shamrocks, top hats, and four-leaf clovers to lure the leprechauns in and have secret holes or trap doors to trap them with.
Make your own leprechaun trap today using these ideas for inspiration:
Leprechaun Trap Ideas
Top Hat Traps
Lucky Charms Top Hat Trap from The Best Ideas for Kids
Construction Paper and Poster Board Top Hat Trap from Who Arted?
Top Hat and Black Pot of Gold Trap with Rainbow Walkway from Crafty Little Gnome
Green Poster Board Top Hat Trap from The Suburban Soapbox
STEM Trap from Little Bins for Little Hands
Under the Rainbow Trap from Fun Money Mom
Empty Oatmeal Container Top Hat Trap from Love Sweet Love
Plastic Top Hat and Stick Trap from A Little Bit of This & That
Top Hat Leprechaun Trap from Etsy
Leprechaun Box Trap Ideas
Platform Box Trap with Green Paper and Free Gold Sign from Pinterest
Traditional Box and Stick Trap from DIY Inspired
Cereal Box Trap from Crafts by Amanda
Free Slide Trap from Grey House Harbor
Glitter Box Traps from B-Inspired Mama
Shoe Box Trap from The Crafting Chicks
DIY Leprechaun Trap from Etsy
Green Tissue Paper Shoe Box Trap with Rainbow Crayon Ladder from Night Owl Mama
Green Box Trap from Mom Wife Busy Life
Leprechaun Trap Kit from Etsy
Shoe Box Trap from Homeschool Preschool
Shipping Box Trap from Oh Rubbish
Easy Shoe Box Trap from Fave Crafts
Welcome Inn Paint Chip Rainbow Box from Molly Moo
Other Leprechaun Trap Ideas
Pot of Gold Trap from Simple Creative Easy
Lego Trap from Pots and Pins
Sprite Bottle Trap from Pinterest
Golden Resort from Moms & Munchkins
Rainbow Popsicle Stick Trap from Chica Circle
End of a Rainbow Motel from Sweet Metel Moments
Leprechaun Cake Trap from Not Martha
Gold Slime Trap from Little Bins for Little Hands
Outdoor Leprechaun Trap from Laura Kelly’s Inklings
Donut Trap from The SITS Girls
Wipes Container Trap from Premediated Leftovers
Bug Catcher Trap from Busy Creating Memories
Rewards, Treats and Printables for Traps
Printable Leprechaun Letter from Toys in the Dryer
Leprechaun Bait Printable from Chelsea’s Messy Apron
Leprechaun Printable Letter from Etsy
Leprechaun Wish Bracelet from Etsy
Personalized Letter with Faux Gold from Etsy
Looking for more Saint Patrick’s ideas?
Be sure to check out all my St. Paddy’s posts, which include recipes, decor, crafts, and more!


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Women's Uniting Cultures Collection
Envisioning a united world, we created this collection that brings together all beliefs.
Featuring symbols like the Cross, Evil eye, Hamsa Hand, Lotus and more, this collection inspires us to be more accepting and patient.
The pieces include designed connecting toggle clasps that allow the jewelry to be worn as a wrap bracelet or a necklace.
The jewelry is made 18K gold plated over 925 sterling silver, faceted beads, and genuine gemstones.