1964 Checker No Other Car Built Like It Sales Folder. No other car is built like Checker. Checker Motor Corp of Kalamazoo, Michigan, has been building quality vehicles for commercial fleets for over 40 years. Because of continuing and growing demands by both private families and business, Checker decided to engineer and build a family car version of its very successful fleet car. While not designed to compete with mass produced cars, the limited production Checker fulfills the need for a truly practical automobile. All the taxicab-proven economy, safety and dependability features are combined with the tremendous interior room, comfort and long life of an imported limousine. It's true. No other car is built like Checker. Features Checker Marathon 4 Door Sedan, Marathon 4 Door Station Wagon and Checker Custom Limousine with the Checker Aerobus featured on the back. Back also lists standard equipment, options and available engines. Condition: Some ink smudging on front and back. 1964 handwritten in lower right-hand corner on back cover. See pics.
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The “Enterprise of the Green Shield with the White Lady” (Emprise de l’Escu vert à la Dame Blanche) was a chivalric order founded by Jean Le Maingre and twelve knights in 1399, committing themselves for the duration of five years. Inspired by the ideal of courtly love, the stated purpose of the order was to guard and defend the honor, estate, goods, reputation, fame and praise of all ladies, including widows. It was an undertaking that earned the praise of protofeminist Christine de Pizan.
According to his Livre des faits, in 1399 Jean Le Maingre, tired of receiving complaints from ladies, maidens, and widows oppressed by powerful men bent on depriving them of the lands and honours, and finding no knight of squire willing to defend their just cause, out of compassion and charity founded an order of twelve knights sworn to carry “a shield of gold enamelled with green and a white lady inside” (une targe d’or esmaillé de verd & tout une dame blanche dedans). The twelve knights, after swearing this oath, affirmed a long letter explaining their purpose and disseminated it widely in France and beyond her borders.
The letter explained that any lady young or old finding herself the victim of injustice could petition one or more or the knights of the ‘Enterprise of the Green Shield with the White Lady’ for redress and that knight would respond promptly and leave whatever other task he was performing to fight the lady’s oppressor personally. The twelve knights promised not just this, however. They offered also to release any other knight from a vow requiring him to fight a duel before a judge. The letter was signed 11 April 1399 by Jean le Maingre, Charles d’Albret, Geffroi le Maingre, François d’Aubrecicourt, Jean de Lignères, Chambrillac, Castelbayac, Gaucourt, Chasteaumorant, Betas, Bonnebaut, Colleville, and Torsay.
The emblem of the order was the shield of gold enamelled with green and a white lady inside. It seems reasonable to believe that the dame blanche represented the purity of women which the knights of the order were to protect; what the green background signified is not so clear. That white and green were sometimes associated together in connection with the observances of May is shown by an account, in Hall’s Chronicle, of a “maying” of Henry VIII of England, in which the company were clad in green on one occasion and in white on another. In Machyn’s Diary, too, there is mention of a white and green Maypole around which danced a company of men and women wearing “baldrykes” of white and green.
The Order of the Green Shield with the White Lady bears a striking resemblance to the so-called “White Ribbon Campaigns” of today that require men, as was required of the medieval knights above, to pledge oaths to “Never to condone, or remain silent about violence towards women and girls” and especially to intervene when learning of any male behaving crassly toward a female. The continuity of chivalry in these two examples is worthy of study in itself.
Lalande, Denis (1988). Jean II Le Meingre, dit Boucicaut (1366–1421): étude d’une biographie héroïque.
Marsh, George L. (1906) “Sources and Analogues of ‘The Flower and the Leaf’: Part I.” Modern Philology, pp. 153.
Riquer, Martín de (1967). Caballeros andantes españoles. Madrid: Editorial Espasa-Calpe.

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Top 10 Rated Wedding Videographers in Tucson, AZ
Filming a wedding is important work when you only have one chance to capture everything. That is why couples are opting to hire Mol Films. This company is at the top of their game, flawlessly and effortlessly capturing weddings to create beautiful and personalized wedding films. Offering packages at affordable prices is another reason this company has quickly become so popular. You simply cannot beat the combination of talent and good rates offered by these professional and experienced wedding videographers.
Amore Films is a company that you would hire if you were going to have a special event that you wanted captured forever in an heirloom quality film. This company is known for filming and producing videos that are not only completely representative of the event, including the most emotional moments, but are completely personalized to the couple’s love story. Reviews of this company rave about the final product as well as the easy-to-work-with professionals who always made them feel comfortable and relaxed in front of the camera.
Knowing that each wedding is different and each couple is unique, Tyars Media Videography offers a variety of wedding packages that all result in the production of a beautiful wedding film. They have packages that include different numbers of videographers as well as the length of the video produced but the packages never vary in time of coverage. This company will be there for the entire event from start to finish to ensure they do not miss a single moment.
Beyond Video is one of the few videography companies that have the talent to capture a variety of events. They do not need to specialize in weddings, when their talents truly know no bounds. They offer a list of events and special occasions they have covered in the past but are always flexible and willing to film and edit together a film of anything. The team at this company is experienced and professional and will always exceed your expectations so no matter the occasion, your event videography will be in good hands.
Temple Wedding Video has over 15 years of experience filming couples before and during their wedding to produce a personalized wedding film. This company is focused on telling the unique stories of each of their clients and using whatever styles and techniques needed to best suit the couple and their style. This means that no two videos produced are the same. Temple Wedding Video is becoming famous for their custom films, with music and clips of the love story of countless Arizona Mormon couples.
Photography and videography have become popular as hobbies and popular with artists as a way of creating. Take advantage of this for your wedding by hiring one of the most creative wedding videographers in Tucson, AZ. Fable Photo and Video is a professional creative team who work to capture special events in an artistic way that truly tells the story of their clients. By using the latest technology to film and the best editing techniques, this company can produce your wedding video beautifully.
There are few wedding videographers who have the experience and talent of Anstar Production Group. This company has been filming weddings and special occasion for over 20 years. They put this experience, their knowledge of the client and talents with the camera together to form the perfect combination of skills to create a beautiful custom wedding film. For the best wedding film, there is no company more willing to work with clients to make their film as true to the event and couple as possible.
While many Tucson wedding videographers have a style and a method that they use as a formula for producing wedding films, Rabbit Hole Studios works closely with clients to come up with a style and plan of filming that best suits the event and the couple. They know that you and your event are unique and special, which is why each time they are hired to film a wedding, their style of shooting is different and the final product is personalized.

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I like the LC9 (the couple rounds I put through my wife's), but the recoil does feel a bit more snappy then my Sig P238. I told her she needs to put 100 rounds through her LC9 before trying my P238. Then, if she wants to, we can see about getting her a P238. (I got the P238 for a smokin deal after we got her LC9.)
Also, I don't know that I would consider it a "pocket carry" gun. If you truly only wear cargos then I suppose it would probably fit in the cargo pocket. But, I don't like carrying in a cargo pocket. The gun tends to turn acrobatic in there and whacks against stuff as it's looser on my body.
Unfortunately, that is the only experience I have with a 9mm in that size and I would not try pocket carrying it. It would however pretty much disappear in a IWB holster and it would probably be un-noticeable for you as well.


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Canadian Consulting Engineer: 2022 CaGBC Awards celebrate Canadian green building innovators
by CCE Staff
The gala took place during the Building Lasting Change (BLC) conference.
Last week, the Canada Green Building Council (CaGBC) handed out its annual awards—which celebrate projects, teams and individuals for their contributions to Canada’s green building sector—at a gala event during its Building Lasting Change (BLC) conference in Toronto.
“Highlighting our successes is a good way to advance green buildings across Canada and demonstrate the sector’s leadership in the transition to a low-carbon economy,” said CaGBC president and CEO Thomas Mueller.
Projects that won awards this year include:
- The Local 144 Plumbers’ Union Head Office and Training Facility in Montreal, the first LEED BD+C Platinum-certified industrial building, for conserving energy and reducing water consumption.
- The Bentall Centre in Vancouver, comprising four LEED Platinum towers and using 100% renewable energy and carbon-neutral operations.
- The Roam Transit Operations and Training Centre in Banff, Alta, for achieving zero-carbon design with ultra-efficient mechanical systems, a super-insulated building envelope, district heating and biomass waste-to-energy.
- The Ken Soble Tower in Hamilton, which underwent the world’s largest residential Passive House (PH) retrofit and North America’s first residential tower EnerPHit retrofit, reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 94%.
- A multi-faith housing initiative in Ottawa that created a healthy living space for homeless veterans while incorporating green building practices.

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Exit Laughing is more than a collection of twenty-four personal stories, written by some of our country's finest authors, on the subject of death and humor. It's a reminder that all of us approach death in very different ways. Whether we face our death or the death of a loved one with fear, sorrow, joy, or confusion, and whether or not we believe in an afterlife, we cannot deny that death happens. Exit Laughing reminds us that in death there is a place for humor. Ellen Sussman writes of flying home her mother's body and watching her mother's burial wardrobe spill out on the baggage carousel. Kathi Kamen Goldmark regales us with memories of playing the kazoo at Jessica Mitford's funeral. Broadway and television actor Richard McKenzie shares the riotous story of a funeral procession led by a lost hearse. Bonnie Garvin writes about her parents' double suicide attempt (and yes, it's funny!). Joshua Braff recalls a death in an upstairs bedroom during his childhood, Roadrunner cartoons included. L.A. Law star and author Michael Tucker describes his last visit with his dying friend, Cleavon Little, and how they said goodbye. International bestselling novelist Jacquelyn Mitchard writes about her husband's untimely death, and how his three best friends ended up held in a psychiatric hospital after the wake. These stories, along with seventeen other memorable essays, constitute a book whose purpose is to remind readers that when dealing with illness, dying, and death, there is an important place for laugh-out-loud humor.
There’s nothing funny about dying … or is there? Malachy McCourt, Jacquelyn Mitchard, and 22 more share hilarious and moving stories of confronting death. Exit Laughing makes death more approachable as it reveals the funny side of “passing on.” As painful as it is to lose a loved one, Exit Laughing shows us that in times of grief, humor can help us with coping and even healing.
Best-selling author Amy Ferris explains how her mother’s dementia led to a permanent ban from an airline. Ellen Sussman writes of flying her mother's body home and watching the burial wardrobe spill out on the baggage carousel. Broadway and television actor Richard McKenzie shares the riotous story of a funeral procession led by a lost hearse. Bonnie Garvin even manages to find a heavy dose of dark humor in her parents’ three unsuccessful attempts at a double suicide. These stories, along with tales from Joshua Braff, Barbara Graham, Dianne Rinehart, and more, constitute a book whose purpose is to remind readers that when dealing with illness, aging, and dying, there is an important place for laugh-out-loud humor.
About the Author
Victoria Zackheim is author of The Bone Weaver, a novel, and the editor of five anthologies: The Other Woman, which was on the national bestseller list in Canada for several weeks, For Keeps, The Face in the Mirror, and He Said What?. Her play based on five essays from The Other Woman will begin a six-week theater run in summer 2012. Zackheim teaches Personal Essay in the UCLA Extension Writers' Program and is a frequent speaker at writers' conferences, non-profit educational and philanthropic organizations, and book fairs. A 2010 San Francisco Library Laureate, she is actively involved in social media including Facebook, Goodreads, Redroom, Shewrites, and the AARP Writers Forum. A graduate of UCLA (BA) and San Francisco State University (MA), she lives in San Francisco.
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At last spring seems to have finally arrived with many of us now excited about the prospect of spending more time outdoors - as will our cats, dogs, and rabbits - but did you know that our own back gardens can harbour an array of pet health hazards?
Warmer weather and lighter evenings mean more time spent enjoying our gardens, starting off with simple tasks such as weeding and planting. But it's important to remember that while many of the plants that we commonly keep are beautiful to look at - they're also capable of causing serious damage to the health of our precious pets.
For example, bulbs of popular flowers - such as daffodils - can prove deadly if eaten; with other toxic plants, including tulips, snowdrops, lily of the valley, and aconite, potentially causing serious internal problems too - even death.
Sadly, there are no specific antidotes to these dangerous plant toxins either, so if you notice any signs of poisoning e.g. excessive salivation, abdominal pain, vomiting, diarrhoea, appearing 'drunk', or even collapsing - then please contact your vet immediately.
Many of us will often bring some of these cut flowers indoors as bouquets, but please remember lilies carry pollen that's so poisonous to cats it can cause irreversible fatal kidney failure even if the smallest amount is ingested, e.g. swallowed whilst grooming after brushing past a lily flower.
As well as these toxic plants - harmful pesticides, herbicides, and fertilisers all need to be kept in a safe place too as these can lead to serious internal problems if swallowed. Do your best to prevent access to plants that have already been treated with these chemicals. When shopping for these substances always read the label; why not consider using safer non-toxic alternatives instead?
The onset of spring often also means we're now joined by creepy-crawlies including fleas, ticks, and other parasites that really start to make their annoying presence felt; with populations increasing dramatically with rising temperatures. As most of us have experienced this usually results in all-too-familiar discomfort suffered by both us and our pets, including bites, rashes, and even serious disease transmission, e.g. tapeworms, Lyme disease.
Just like the sensitive among us, dogs and cats can also develop allergies to plants, pollen, and grasses; manifesting itself in a wide range of clinical symptoms from itchy skin, ear problems, runny eyes, behaviour changes, with some experiencing occasional hair loss and inflamed skin too.
As with all medical conditions, the sooner your four-legged friends are treated, the better their chances of making a full recovery; but prevention is always key so make sure your dogs and cats aren't tempted by spring flowers, and their parasite control is up to date with products purchased from your vet.
If you're worried your pet has eaten or just come into contact with something he/she shouldn't have, or concerned your pet's flea/tick/worm treatment needs a review, then don't hesitate to contact your vet immediately for advice - they'll all have emergency lines answered 24/7.

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Ranbir Kapoor's starrer film, Animal made headlines for the intense scenes and how the movie talks about the protagonist's immense love for his father. While many loved the action-packed scenes and how the film had an interesting story and songs, some called it highly violent. Amongst them was Aamir Khan's ex-wife, Kiran Rao, who called out the director, Sandeep Reddy Vanga for promoting misogyny and stalking in his films.
During an interview with Dainik Bhaskar, Sandeep Reddy Vanga, without directly naming Kiran Rao, addressed how she criticised his films, while her ex-husband, Aamir Khan's main character in the film, Dil, had threatened the heroine and almost raped her. The director revealed how his assistant had showed him the article from a superstar's second ex-wife, where she stated that Baahubali and Kabir Singh promoted stalking. He said:
"Some people don’t understand what they are saying. One assistant director showed me the article from this superstar’s second ex-wife where she was saying that Baahubali and Kabir Singh promote misogyny, promote stalking. I think she doesn’t understand the difference between stalking and approaching."
Sandeep Reddy Vanga then slammed Aamir Khan's film Dil, which was released in 1990. Using harsh words, he stated that Aamir Khan almost attempted rape and then fell in love with her. He added that before attacking someone, you should check your surroundings. He was quoted as saying:
"I want to tell that woman that go and ask Aamir Khan about the song ‘Khambe jaisi khadi hai’, what was that? Then come back to me. If you remember Dil, he almost attempts rape, he makes her feel like she has done the wrong thing. And they fall in love after that. What was all that? I don’t understand why they attack like that before checking the surroundings."
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A video from the film Animal, wherein Ranbir Kapoor's character, Ranvijay, proposed to his ladylove, Geetanjali, played by Rashmika Mandanna, made rounds on the internet and received a lot of hate. In the scene, Ranbir Kapoor remarked, "Geetanjali you have a big pelvis." To which, Rashima replied, "You mean to say I am fat." Later, the character clarified that he is not calling her fat, but by saying 'you have a big pelvis' meant you can accommodate healthy babies.
The film's director, Sandeep Reddy Vanga, justified his character's dialogue during an interview. He shared that it means that the boy sees the future with his love, and they can get married and have babies. He added that it was a 'compliment'. The interviewer further added that it turns out to be medieval thinking, and it doesn't happen anymore.
As soon as the video went viral, netizens flooded the comments session, expressing their disinterest. One user had written, "Such a disgusting movie .. that's all about violence and disrespect of a woman." Another commented, "New era of asking out a woman." Another one penned, "This guy has lost it." We also stumbled upon a comment which could be read as "This person /director should b banned or charged ... seriously he is sick person don't understand how did actors agreed to it."
What do you think about Sandeep Reddy Vanga's remarks for Kiran Rao?


The Palace reviews the debut record, “All-American,” by the Anacortes-based punk band, Buffet.
Paul Benson is a big part of the small Indie music scene in Anacortes, Washington. The Palace grabbed some recent photos at The Unknown.
Two members of the Anacortes-based punk band, Buffet, talk about growing up punk in the Midwest rust belt.
The record shop, The Business, in Anacortes, Washington, has been slinging records for over 40 years. That’s got to be a miracle, right?
Anacortes punks, Buffet, hit the reset button in Anacortes at the Bikespot, to play their debut record, “All-American.” O, the fury.


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The First Lady of Country Music has died at age 90. She was born a coal miner's daughter, was married at age 15, and became one of the most influential early stars of country music. According to her publicist, she died peacefully in her sleep at her home in Hurricane Mills, Tennessee.
Here are some things you may not have known about her.
1. She was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom by President Barack Obama for "courageously breaking barriers in an industry long dominated by men."
2. She was the first solo country female country artist to perform at the White House. In 1971, she was invited there by President Richard Nixon.
3. In 2004, she released an album that was produced by the White Stripes' Jack White. The album "Van Lear Rose" was the 71st album of her career and won two Grammy awards.
4. Her home in Tennessee, a former plantation, was reportedly haunted and was featured on an episode of "Ghost Adventures."
5. She released her final album shortly before her 89th birthday. "Still Woman Enough" was produced by her daughter Patsy and John Carter Cash, the son of Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash.

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From the Detroit (Mich.) Free Press:
A cemetery, a trailer park and one lonely headstone
Man looks for more than dead relative's grave
December 19, 2005
BY JOEL THURTELL
The biggest problem for Southfield's pioneer Beekman Cemetery is not its long history of abuse -- from the gravel pit operator who ran dump trucks over graves in the 1930s to the trailer park residents of later decades who stole headstones and used them as doorsteps.
It's biggest problem is that few know it's a cemetery.
On Friday, [Clark] Risley brushed snow off the inscription of Samuel Beekman's monument. Yellow paint from graffiti stains the stone. "Logically, the first thing to do is re-mount it," said Risley.
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The past week was eventful in the tech world, with several noteworthy developments. Among them was the release of a new Apple product, Sam Altman’s visit to India, the introduction of new AI tools, and some news surrounding Elon Musk. As expected, the week was brimming with exciting updates from the tech industry.
This article highlights some of the most significant tech news that occurred in the past week –
Apple Vision Pro
Apple, the multinational tech company, recently launched its groundbreaking product, the Apple Vision Pro headset, poised to revolutionize the VR headset market.
The Apple Vision Pro headset was unveiled at the WWDC 2023 convention. However, it is set to go on sale in early 2024, initially launching only in the United States and exclusively available from official Apple stores.
The headset comes with a starting price of $3,499 in the US. It features a unique design with lightweight fabrics, a 3D-curved sheet of laminated glass on the front, flexible straps with audio pods, and a 3D knitted headband.
It is controlled using eye-tracking, gestures, and voice commands, and it utilizes Apple’s M2 chip for powerful performance. It offers a high-resolution display, 3D content creation capabilities, compatibility with iOS and iPadOS apps, and the ability to wirelessly stream content from other devices.
Sam Altman’s India Visit
Sam Altman, the CEO of OpenAI, visited India on Wednesday, 7 June, and Thursday, 8 June. During his visit, he had a one-on-one session with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and interacted with students at the Indraprastha Institute of Information Technology (IIIT) Delhi.
He was also interviewed by Times Internet vice chairman Satyan Gajwani at an event organized by the Economic Times. Sam Altman praised PM Modi’s enthusiasm and thoughtfulness about AI and discussed the opportunities and challenges of AI in India.
Altman also advocated for global regulation of AI and proposed the establishment of an international authority similar to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). His visit comes as India considers AI regulation through the proposed Digital India Bill.
Twitter to pay creators
Elon Musk, the owner of Twitter, announced that the platform will start paying verified content creators for ads in their replies. The first payment block will be approximately $5 million. Musk emphasized that the creator must be verified, and only ads shown to verified users will be counted.
Twitter has faced challenges in retaining advertisers since Musk’s acquisition, partly due to concerns about ad placement after employee layoffs. This development coincides with the appointment of new CEO Linda Yaccarino, an advertising veteran from NBC Universal. Musk aims to increase revenue by delivering more relevant and timely advertisements.
Calypso AI opens office in Dublin
CalypsoAI, a leader in AI Security, has opened a new office in Dublin, Ireland, to support its global expansion. The AI Centre of Excellence in Dublin will house top AI and cybersecurity talent, facilitating innovation in CalypsoAI’s Moderator technology.
This technology enables organizations to safely deploy Generative AI models while mitigating risks from data breaches and cyberattacks. CalypsoAI aims to double its headcount over the next two years, driven by increasing AI adoption and the growing demand for security solutions.
The company has added key executives and experts to its team, further strengthening its position in the AI security domain.
SEC files lawsuits against Coinbase and Binance,
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has filed lawsuits against cryptocurrency exchanges Coinbase and Binance, accusing them of trading numerous tokens that should have been registered as securities.
This expands the list of cryptocurrencies that the SEC has identified as securities, raising concerns for other exchanges such as Kraken, Gemini, Crypto.com, and OKCoin. The SEC’s actions signal its intent to assert jurisdiction over the crypto industry and enforce strict disclosure rules.
While some crypto companies argue that tokens are commodities, the SEC is determined to regulate them as securities. The lawsuits could lead to a long legal battle with potential ramifications for the industry.


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Interesting flavor combos are perfect for pairing chocolate and wine
Comparing the nuances of chocolate to the nuances of wine isn't a new idea. Neither is pairing chocolates and wine. But if you are doing some pairing, it certainly makes the experience more interesting when the chocolates have rich, unique flavor combinations.
Such is the case with Chocolate Smith. They're "chocolate pates" are made in small batches from scratch (all organic and local). Then, the brilliantly dip each piece by hand in cheese wax, to keep it fresh and protecting it in hot weather.
We think the best way to get into pairing is to sample a lot of items. Chocolate Smith's Pate Sampler would be a great entre into the fun. The sampler features their top flavors (White Chocolate Mimosa Pate with Orange & Lavender, Dark Chocolate Pate, Nuts & Berries Pate with Pomeranate & Fig, and Sunset Orange Pate with Chipotle Chili & Cinnamon). And each one complements a different wine - from Champagne to Port.
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Office of Community Partnerships - Community Engagement Cluster
September 2012, Issue 53
|Kensington Labor Day Parade and Festival|
|45th Annual Kensington Labor Day Parade and Festival|
Monday, September 3rd
The Festival is from 9 am to 3 pm in the area behind the Kensington Safeway on Connecticut Avenue and Howard Avenue.
The Parade begins at 10 am, Musical entertainment begins after the Parade.
Town of Kensington's website
|Gaithersburg Labor Day Parade|
|The ever-popular Gaithersburg Labor Day Parade returns to the streets of Olde Towne on Monday, September 3, 2012, at 1 p.m. Now in its 74th year, this rain or shine event includes ethnic dance groups, antique cars and fire trucks, clowns, high school marching bands, and an assortment of community groups, equestrian units, and more. |
Silver Spring Jazz Festival
|Silver Spring Civic Building, Silver Spring|
The ninth annual Silver Spring Jazz Festival will be held Saturday, September 8 in downtown Silver Spring on Veterans Plaza... See more
County Honors WWII Veterans
The County will salute those who served our nation 70 years ago and became part of what is called the greatest generation. All from our area who served during World War II are invited to attend and be honored at this special event. Check County Calendar for more information.
|Safety & Health Challenges on the Job Faced|
by Immigrant Workers
|A Public Hearing|
convened by the Montgomery County
Worker Safety & Health Commission
Friday, September 21,
9:30 am- 12:30 pm,
At Silver Spring Civic Building,
Ellsworth Drive and Fenton Street, Silver Spring.
Opening Remarks by
County Executive Isiah Leggett,
Councilmembers Valerie Ervin and George Leventhal.
Hear testimony by County immigrant workers and also by
authorities on occupational safety and health.
|Burtonsville celebrates its day with a parade and events.|
Saturday, September 22nd
| International Food Festival|
|Annual International Food Festival & Bazaar|
11:00-3:00 p.m. on September 22nd, 2012
Islamic Center of Maryland in Gaithersburg.
Sample food from around the world. There will be vendors, henna, and many more activities. The festival will include booths representing cultures throughout the Muslim world. More information is here.
To sign up, please fill out this form.
Latinas Helping Latinas in Business
|Hispanic Heritage Month Event Latinas Helping Latinas in Business Saturday, September 29, 8:30 to 1:00 p.m. Montgomery College Campus, Takoma Park
A. Women-Owned Businesses (Overview) B. How to Start a New
D. Licensing & Professional Degrees
E. Minority Business Enterprise Certification
and Obtaining Government Contracts F. Tax Credits
G. Health & Other Insurance
| Maryland Farm to Table Day|
|September 30, |
1:30 - 3:30 p.m.
10240 Fingerboard Rd, Ijamsville, MD.
Local restaurants, farmers, others in the food business will display and pass out samples. Farmers' market expected.
More information from Dawn Gordon, American National Properties, 301-874-8640
Butler's Orchard Pumpkin Festival
|Butler's Orchard, Germantown|
32nd Annual Pumpkin Festival - September 29 and 30 and every Saturday & Sunday in October and Columbus Day. 10am... See more
|Glen Echo Park, |
Sunday, September 30,
11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Celebrate the park's past and present at this annual festival! Share your Glen Echo Park stories, see the historic trolley...
Celebrate Habitat for Humanity
|Celebrate the past, present and future of Habitat for Humanity of Montgomery County, Maryland with an evening of cocktails and local cuisine to benefit our Maple Hill project.|
The Rooftop, Rockville Town Center
October 4, 2012 - 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Tickets are $130 per person; to purchase online click here.
|Ama Tu Vida/|
Love Your Life
Latino Health Fair
Sunday, October 7 12-5pm
Silver Spring Civic Plaza
For more information contact Johana Jones.
Montgomery Homeless Resource Day
|November 15, 2012|
Event giving homeless individuals and families the opportunity to receive needed services
Director, Office of Community Partnerships
One thing I have learned about Josh Starr, our new Superintendent of Schools, is that the man has a good eye for talent. I learned it the hard way. He has recruited Tim Warner as the new Chief Engagement and Partnership Officer for MCPS. What a great choice!
At the Office of Community Partnerships, we are very happy for Tim. We are also very excited about strengthening the collaboration between the County government and Montgomery County Public Schools. The public benefits when these giant bureaucracies work well together. Dr. Starr's choice of Rev. Warner will promote that collaboration to the benefit of all.
Tim was attracted to County government service four years ago by the opportunity to serve County Executive Ike Leggett in building lines of cooperation with our diverse faith community. As has been the case with many County employees in this time of difficult budgets, Tim quickly assumed two other virtually full time jobs. In addition to serving as the County Executive's liaison to the faith community and establishing the County's first Faith Community Advisory Group, Tim has served as the Executive's liaison to the African American community. AND, as I have asked each liaison to step up and play a leadership role on a major policy issue, Tim has taken on the issue of poverty with a goal of building self-sufficiency by our neighbors in need. His most outstanding contribution has been his role in establishing our Neighborhood Opportunity Network, a new grassroots approach helping us to move from a charity model to one promoting self sufficiency. The network of government, nonprofit, and faith organizations works together to support people in need in a culturally competent, comprehensive way at the grassroots level.
We are grateful to Tim for his extraordinary contributions to making Montgomery County a more just place to live, work, raise children, and grow old with dignity, and we look forward to working with him and MCPS for an even better future for all of our residents.
|Tim Warner leading a 2011 ground breaking for a community garden in Gaithersburg.|
|Job Openings: Community Liaisons for African American and Faith Communities |
As you might imagine, it will take two people to fill Tim Warner's shoes. We will soon post two half-time jobs -- Community Liaison for African American Community and Community Liaison for Faith Community.
|FACES - Grant Opportunities for Nonprofit Organizations |
The Carl M. Freeman Foundation is proud to announce the opening of grant opportunities for nonprofit organizations located in Montgomery County, MD. Financial support is available through the FACES (Freeman Assists Communities with Extra Support) Grants Program, which targets smaller organizations that are often overlooked by funders.
Grant guidelines and applications can be found on www.carlfreemanfoundation.org. The grant cycle opened on August 22nd, and applications are due by September 21st at 5 pm. The winners will be announced in December. A Meet-the-Funder Workshop will take place on September 5, 9-10am at the Silver Spring Civic Building at Veterans Plaza in Silver Spring. This workshop will focus on the E-Grant system, which is used during the FACES grant application process. Those with questions about the application process may contact Trish Schechtman at 443-235-1231 or firstname.lastname@example.org.
Registration is now open for Nonprofit Roundtable's FIRM Institute - a 2-day intensive leadership workshop on financial management for Executive Directors, Finance Staff and Board members. FIRM is offered at no cost to nonprofits serving residents of Montgomery County. Last year participants said, "FIRM is the best organization training I've ever attended," and "FIRM's high quality content is not available elsewhere - and is critical to our sustainability." Click here for more information and to register.
|Nonprofit Montgomery 2012 Annual Meeting|
|Board of Elections Seeks Student Election Aides to Work for 2012 Presidential General Election|
The Montgomery County Board of Elections is seeking school-age students, grades 6-12, to serve as Election Day student aides during the 2012 Presidential General Election, Tuesday, November 6, 2012.
Students and their guardians must attend mandatory training to serve on Election Day and, if applicable, to receive Student Service Learning (SSL) credits. Students are placed in neighboring precincts according to their home addresses.
Interested parents/guardians can register their student(s) before October 1, 2012, online by visiting the Montgomery County Board of Elections' website. For additional information, e-mail email@example.com.
|Election Judges with Spanish Speaking Fluency Needed |
for the General Election
The Montgomery County Board of Elections is seeking individuals with Spanish speaking fluency to serve as election judges at polling places on Election Day, Tuesday, November 6, 2012.
Please contact the Montgomery County Board of Elections at 240-777-8532, download an election judge questionnaire from our website, or e-mail Dr. Gilberto Zelaya.
|Community Service Day, October 27, 2012|
Celebrate Montgomery County's Community Service Day, October 27, 2012 by planning projects now for the week of October 22-28. We will be promoting the day to businesses, County government employees, civic associations, and more. We want you to be ready to take advantage of individuals and groups from around the County who will be looking for meaningful volunteer opportunities during this week of service.
Schools are back in session, and we will be promoting Community Service Day projects to students. As students are able to receive Student Service Learning (SSL) hours for most Community Service Projects, this is a great opportunity for them to get hours and for you to reach out to youth and families in the community.
If you want help entering your project in the database or planning a project, contact Katie Sayago or phone 240-777-2608.
Exhibit at 50+Expo
Don't miss the opportunity to promote your products and services to thousands of local boomers and seniors who will be attending this year's 50+Expo events in Maryland and N.Va. Join more than 100 businesses, government agencies and nonprofit organizations that will be exhibiting at these free events, which also feature expert speakers, health screenings, live entertainment and door prizes.
This year's 50+Expo, co-sponsored by Montgomery County Government, will be held on Sunday, October 14 from noon to 4 p.m. at White Flint Mall in N. Bethesda, Md. (A similar event takes place the prior week, on Sunday, October 7, at Ballston Common Mall in Arlington, Va.)
To exhibit or sponsor, or for more information, call Alan Spiegel at 301-949-9766 or e-mail him.
|Call for Volunteers to Help Process Deferred Action Applications|
CASA de Maryland is seeking committed, progressive professionals to assist us in preparing youth across Maryland to apply for relief from deportation as a result of the Obama Administration's June 15 announcement regarding Deferred Action.
We need volunteers to help prepare these applications with the guidance of our legal staff during on-going application clinics.
All volunteers will be required to attend a volunteer orientation/training prior to the clinic dates. Application assistance clinics will be held weekly during weekday evenings and Saturdays at CASA's Multicultural Center located in Langley Park, MD and at our Baltimore Welcome Center.
If this sounds like something you want to be a part of please follow this link to more information and the volunteer sign-up form.
|The Interfaith Day to Serve|
Recently, Governor Martin O'Malley officially declared September 29, 2012 an interfaith day of service, calling on all Marylanders to engage in community service projects. In Maryland, service activities will build on Governor O'Malley's strategic goals of eradicating childhood hunger by 2015, and restoring the health of the Chesapeake Bay by 2025.
A website, DaytoServe.org
, has been created as a centralized source for information on this event. The website identifies regional partners; allows constituents, community groups, and organizations to sign up to participate; and provides individuals with the opportunity to locate service projects in their community.
The annual Ellen's Run, October 7, a 5K run/3K walk at Meadowbrook Park, Chevy Chase, MD, is held in memory of Ellen Vala Schneider. Ellen was a long-time resident of Section V in Chevy Chase and a tireless volunteer in a wide range of community programs and causes. Ellen's Run benefits two charities: Mental Health Association of Montgomery County, on whose Board of Directors she served, and the Bethesda-Chevy Chase High School Community Scholarship Fund, of which she was Chair. Since 2006, Ellen's Run has distributed $198,000 to these groups. To learn more and sign up to run or walk, go to www.EllensRunOnline.org
|Cross-Cultural and Linguistic Competency Workshop|
Montgomery County Collaboration Council's Excel Beyond the Bell announces:
Cross-Cultural and Linguistic Competency Workshop
Learn how to build cross-cultural and linguistic competency (CLC) in your youth-serving organization to ensure fair and equitable outcomes for all youth. Examine challenges and strengths within your organization to move toward CLC. This training is specially designed for program managers and will also include opportunities for front-line staff to examine and increase their CLC knowledge and skills to better serve youth in their programs.
Friday, September 14, 2012, 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Margaret Schweinhaut Senior Center
1000 Forest Glen Road
Silver Spring, MD 20901Get more information
|The Salvadoran-American Day Festival in Wheaton Was a Huge Success! |
|County Executive Ike Leggett presenting a proclamation to COTSA President Jorge Granados|The Salvadoran-American Day Festival celebrated Montgomery County's and the Metro region's Salvadoran community on Sunday, August 5th in the Wheaton Triangle with thousands of attendees. Montgomery County, in partnership with the Salvadoran-American Transnational Communities, (COTSA-their acronym in Spanish) along with Maryland State Delegate Ana Sol Gutierrez organized the festival.
Fall 2012 Programs
|The fall programming lineup of the Gilchrist Center is available on the website, http://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/gilchrist.|
Courses range from English as a Second Language (ESL) to Basic Computing. Please help us spread the word among your friends, colleagues, and family.
Fall Program Registration starts the week of September 10. Call for specific class registration information at 240-777-4940.
World of Montgomery Festival
Sunday, October 21, 2012
For "Fun for the Whole Family," be in downtown Wheaton on Sunday October 21 from noon to 5 p.m. for the World of Montgomery Festival. People have come to Montgomery County from every corner of the globe. Celebrate multicultural Montgomery and learn about the cultures our neighbors have brought here that so enrich our community.
Free Admission and plenty of free parking nearby
More information is available on the website.
|Fun With Maps |
(from 1,000 Friends of Maryland)
This summer and fall, local governments are hard at work, drafting maps that will implement the new Sustainable Growth legislation (SB 236). But don't let them have all the fun!
The Maryland Department of Planning has released a mapping tool that enables you to decide how and where your county or town should grow. So pull up a chair and start mapping your future today. And make sure to share your work with your local decision makers.
|Applications for Relief |
for Montgomery County Nonprofits Affected by 2012 Derecho due September 1
Private Non-Profit Organizations that provide certain services are eligible for supplemental financial assistance for the following storm-related costs: debris removal, emergency protective measures, and permanent restoration of infrastructure. Six jurisdictions are eligible to apply for assistance including Montgomery County.
Learn more in this document. To apply for assistance, complete and submit two forms, first and second, by September 1, 2012 to Kelly Devilbiss, Public Assistance Officer, Maryland Emergency Management Agency.
|2nd Annual Audacity of Hoops Tournament |
Montgomery County Councilmember Valerie Ervin, the Montgomery County Department of Recreation, the Silver Spring Civic Building, Pyramid Atlantic and IMPACT Silver Spring invite MCPS high school students to participate in a free 3 x 3 basketball tournament on Veterans Plaza, September 15, 12-6 pm (On the street, next to Veterans Plaza) Contact Jose Seguar (phone 240-777-6916).
The Montgomery County Refugee Training Program's (MCRTP) mission is to provide refugees and asylees residing in Prince George's and Montgomery counties culturally sensitive English language instruction and assessment in order to facilitate their successful integration and full participation in the community; to provide a supportive learning environment; and to promote the development of inter-cultural competence. The Refugee Center is located at Montgomery College, Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campus.
It offers a new program at Montgomery College, training people to become Certified Apartment Maintenance technicians. For more information,
|Montgomery County's Fall Guide for Recreation and Parks Programs |
The fall issue of the Montgomery County Guide for Recreation and Parks Programs is now available. This issue of the Fall Guide offers a wide variety of sports leagues and classes and several opportunities for travel. Among the many programs are aquatics, sports, therapeutic recreation services and active adult senior programming.
Print copies of the Guide are available at recreation centers, park facilities, government buildings, and libraries. Residents who prefer receiving the Guide in the mail can pay an annual subscription fee of $5 and receive a full year of five issues (Summer, Fall, Winter, Summer Camps and Spring). To view the Guide online, or to sign up for a subscription, go to www.montgomerycountymd.gov/rec.
| MC311 Customer Service Center Extends Hours of Operation |
As of August 13, Montgomery County's MC311 Customer Service Center (CSC) is open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Friday. (The CSC previously operated from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.) An analysis conducted last April indicated a significant number of customers were attempting to reach 311 after 5 p.m. with between 135 and 175 calls between 5 and 7 p.m.
Shortly before MC311's launch in June 2010, a decision was made to operate 10 hours-a-day, five days-a-week until there was a better understanding of call volume and staffing needs. The self-service website, www.MC311.com, is available 24/7. The MC311 CSC remains open extra hours during weather emergencies or other significant incidents.
Since the CSC opened, call volume has averaged 40,000 calls per month. The 311 web portal, which allows residents to find answers and check on the status of service requests, has consistently averaged 25,000 views per month.
For more information about MC311, call the Office of Public Information at 240-777-6507. To reach the call center, dial 311, or visit www.MC311.com.
| United Way Needs Volunteer Reviewers |
The United Way supports hundreds of nonprofit agencies helping thousands of Montgomery County residents with special programs to meet their health, education, and financial stability needs. In addition to the direct contributions that many of you make to designated charities, there is another program of grants to charities under the community impact program. Some 120 charities are applying for grants ranging from $7,500 to $25,000. Last year $172,000 was distributed through this program.
We now need volunteers to help read and evaluate these grant applications. It will require participation in a 1 & 1/2 hour webinar in September and, during the month of October, reviewing about 20 grant applications involving about 6 hours of your time at home. In addition, in November, there will be a 2 hour meeting to review your scoring of the grants. Please send your name and contact information to
| New Executive Director|
Kathy Stevens says: I value your involvement in MCAEL. Please contact me- by phone, e-mail, or set a time to come by to visit with me. My door is open to you and I'd love to hear what is on your mind.
Kathy Stevens, Executive Director
Montgomery Coalition for Adult English Literacy (MCAEL)
12320 Parklawn Drive, Rockville, MD 20852
firstname.lastname@example.org (o) 301.881.1136
The National Partnership for New Americans is proud to present the 5th annual National Immigrant Integration Conference
, hosted by CASA de Maryland:
Engaging and empowering communities
September 22-25, 2012
The Hilton Baltimore
401 West Pratt Street
Baltimore, MD 21201
At NIIC 2012, we are joining together to build an even stronger, more integrated American community - we're diversifying the vision of who can achieve the American Dream. For more information and to register, see the website
| Interpretation and Translation Best Practices|
Down County Network Meeting on Interpretation and Translation Best Practices
Wednesday, September 12, 3-5PM
Wheaton Library 1st floor
(11701 Georgia Avenue Wheaton, MD 20902)
Please note earlier start time and change in location.
The Down County Network meetings are opportunities to network with other service providers (public and private), share resources and best practices, and to keep each other informed about important issues in the community.
Come and be informed about the best practices on translation and interpretation that our partner agencies are using. We will feature a guest speaker and will hear from several organizations on their best practices.
The 2012 General Election will include ballot questions for voters' consideration. We are asked to closely examine the ballot initiatives and share the language with family and friends.
To read all of the ballot language, click here.
|Know Your Community, Know Your Businesses:|
Accessing, Interpreting, and Visualizing Local Statistics from the Census Bureau
|George Mason University School of Public Policy
September 25, 2012, 8:30 am- 4:00 pm
Learn how to access and interpret local data from the 2010 Census, American Community Survey, Economic Census, County Business Patterns and other Census programs. Discover ways this knowledge can help inform your organization's programming and planning.
This hands-on workshop is designed for local government planners, community organizers, small businesses, and others who need to understand
their community's changing demographic and economic conditions.
$45: To register or for more information go to cra.gmu.edu or email email@example.com.
|September is African Heritage Month |
|Friday, September 7, 2012, The Proclamation Ceremony is the opening event with County, State, Federal Government Officials, and members of the Diplomatic Corps. The event is scheduled from 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Silver Spring Civic Building; 1 Veterans Plaza, Silver Spring MD. The event is FREE and free parking is available.
Gala Celebration: 2011 was recognized as the `International Year for People of African Descent' and the community will continue to honor leaders from various works of life for their contributions to the African Diaspora. The gala admission is FREE, 9:00pm to 1:00am. FREE parking is also available.
Contact: Daniel Koroma, 240-777-2584,
|PANAFEST: Saturday, |
September 22, 2012
|This is an outdoor event to attract the vibrant and active community in the downtown Silver Spring-Ellsworth Street restaurant corridor. The festival will include live cultural performances by country representative groups, live performances by African artists, arts & craft exhibits, and a taste of exotic African cuisine.
Visit: www.panafestusa.org for more information
|MCAC Youth Program Open House
Ms. Bronda Mills, Community Superintendent
Office of School Support and Improvement
Montgomery County Public Schools
WHEN: Saturday, September 15, 2012
12:00pm - 2:00pm
LOCATION: Mid County Community Recreation Center,
2004 Queensguard Rd., Silver Spring, MD 20906
WHO: Youth and parents of the following age groups:
Delta Academy- Girls ages 11 - 14
Delta G.E.M.S.- Young Ladies ages 14 - 18
E.M.B.O.D.I.- Young Men ages 14 - 18
For more information:
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Technology is pushing the democratization of traditional domains, including education, health care, journalism and politics because almost anyone can have a voice and be an expert, a journalist or a documentarian. Technology and social media are also pushing the democratization of community-based nonprofits.
- What does this mean for managing your organization's reputation?
- How do you make and manage decisions around organizational transparency?
- Who is rating your organization and on what basis?
- What is the impact of changes to the composition and accessibility of your Board of Directors?
Join fellow nonprofit leaders and stakeholders in a probing conversation with Allison Fine, co-author of the bestselling The Networked Nonprofit, and author of the award-winning Momentum: Igniting Social Change in the Connected Age. She is a Senior Fellow on the Democracy Team at Demos, a New York-based think tank. Allison blogs about the intersection of social media and social change at A. FineBlog. She also hosts a monthly podcast for The Chronicle of Philanthropy called "Social Good."
|Montgomery Homeless Resource Day (More) |
"One-day one-stop" event giving homeless individuals and families the opportunity to receive needed services (medical, financial, vocational, public benefits, etc.). Participate by providing services, resources, donations, and/or sponsorships. Facilities, equipment and event resources will be provided (tables, chairs, WiFi, private and public space to exhibit your services) Breakfast and lunch will be provided.
Date: Thursday, November 15, 2012
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Location: Activity Center at Bohrer Park
506 South Frederick Avenue
Gaithersburg, Maryland 20877
If interested please contact Gloria Huggins
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| Salvadoran American Day (More) |
|This marks the third anniversary of this event, which commemorates Salvadoran American Day in the United States. Governor O'Malley issued a state-wide Proclamation declaring August 5, 2012 as Salvadoran-American Heritage Day in Maryland. This free, family-oriented event featured an array of community services, including a Latino Health Fair where residents received free and confidential health screenings such as blood pressure, cholesterol, vision, dental, HIV, and referrals to primary care clinics. Attendees also had the opportunity to learn about various community services, such as Police and Volunteer Rescue opportunities, passport renewals through the Salvadoran consulate, and information about the upcoming elections from the Board of Elections -- just to name a few. As in the past, the festival hosted a variety of activities such as Salvadoran food, local craft vendors from El Salvador and other Latin American countries, and musical entertainment. Many local Latino bands played, covering ranges from cumbia, salsa, merengue, Rock in Spanish, to regeton, as well as a special appearance by KaRisma, which came all the way from El Salvador. |
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With the burgeoning SoCal reggae scene blossoming, True Press is emerging from a plethora of talented bands. With these new, hard working, regularly touring bands hitting the scene hard, standing out is a task in itself. True Press makes me weak in the knees with their sounds. Full of talented creative musicians with conscious lyrics that focus on positive world change, love and self betterment. Through songs such as ‘Lovely Situation’, ‘Wake Up Cry’, ‘Anything is Possible’, ‘Soul Rebel’ and ‘Real Eyes, Realize, Real Lies’ True Press gently reminds us that “Anything is Possible”, especially when its done with “love, sweet love”.
I love the horn section and the solid rhythm, backing Pedros soulful vocals. My favorite song on the album is “Wake up Cry”, it has a great little guitar riff at the beginning and I love the melody. It gets stuck in my head all day. “Consider this your wakeup call, to all, consider this your wake up cry, its time.” ‘Lovely Situation’, ‘Anything is Possible’, ‘Soul Rebel’ and ‘Real Eyes, Realize, Real Lies’ all are right behind in the favorites category.
Mellow and with just enough energy backing them up that you can't help but groove and want to get up and dance, True Press is music you can't get enough of. For me, its the perfect music first thing in the morning. Gets me amped and ready for the day on a positive note, booty shakin’ while I drink my coffee but not so upbeat I want to throw my stereo through the window. For me this is absolutely one of the best albums I have heard so far in 2014. Im excited to see where True Press is a year from now.
Interested in hearing more for yourself? You can currently catch them on tour with Fortunate Youth and be sure to check out their brand new album “Anything is Possible”. They will be at The Catalyst Atrium with the gusy from Fortunate Youth on their “It’s all a Jam” Spring Tour on May 3rd, and then back for CaliRoots Sat., May 24th.
True Press is:
You can find True Press in the following places:
To listen to music, download some free tunes and learn more, follow this link: https://www.facebook.com/TruePress/app_2405167945
Much love to our New Music Monday sponsors over at Sky Haus Studios in beautiful Carmel Valley!!
“No more time to waste, and theres no more time to hate, oh its been so full upon your plate, you think theres no time left, but its never too late. So its time to rise and shine, its time to put your past behind, so consider this your wake up call, to all, consider this your wake up cry, its time. Time to make your dreams a reality. No ones gonna make a move for you.”


Some weeks the pickin's are thin. Not this week.
1. Asians are now the largest immigrant group in Southern California: New Suburban Dream Born of Asia and Southern California
According to the US Centers for Disease Control, 42 percent of children will have lived with cohabitating parents by the time they are 12 years old, almost twice as many who will have divorced parents. And this particular sort of family structure is on the rise, a number of studies show.
"The news, while disheartening, is not surprising," said Barbara Harsha, executive director of the Governors Highway Safety Association. "With the improving economy and historically low levels of motor vehicle deaths in recent years, we expected deaths to increase. Highway deaths have been declining significantly in recent years."
4. We live in a house that is 105 years old. IMO, most houses built after 1940 are boring. How Americans' Taste in Houses Has Evolved Over the Last Century
In a new book, MIT urbanist Lawrence Vale examines the downsizing of public housing.
6. Eric Schmidt and Jared Cohen having been popping up everywhere promoting their new book, The New Digital Age: Reshaping the Future of People, Nations and Business. Here is a PBS interview:
Watch Google's Schmidt, Cohen Describe a 'New Digital Age' on PBS. See more from PBS NewsHour.
7. Love this story: Alleviating Poverty with a Washing Machine Powered by Your Feet
The GiraDora uses the principles of a salad spinner to make cleaning clothes less back-breaking and time-consuming work for millions of people in poverty.
8. Amen to this article. Good charities spend more on admin but it is not money wasted
The popular idea that charities fritter money on unnecessary admin has been proven wrong. You must spend to be effective.
... Mexico has more international trade deals than any other country, and exports as many goods as the rest of Latin America combined.
There has always been an electronics manufacturing hub in Tijuana, but Chinese competition damaged its business a decade ago.
Now rising wage costs in Asia and a higher exchange rate are prompting many companies targeting the US market to take another look at Mexico. ...
...The new Mexican President Enrique Pena Nieto wants to put a new spin on the country with the image of a booming economy and as a good place to do business.
Security and the drugs problem still dominate talks between the US and Mexico, but its southern neighbour's increasing importance in the global economy is changing the relationship. ...
A slice of the money that tourists pay can run $500 an hour at some of the sites in East Africa and goes to build hospitals and hire teachers.” Although it’s not philosophically or altruistically driven, the bottom line is the animals are more valuable alive than dead, since there’s an incentive to protect them.
How does one succeed in nutrition when nobody seems to agree on anything? How can one get the benefits that arrive in the early stages of a diet without staying too long and compromising their health? What has worked well for me is thinking about nutrition like an investor thinks about investment opportunities.
The QWERTY configuration for typewriters can be traced, actually, to the telegraph.
Recent research has already challenged what we thought we knew about the capability of the brain. What has become clear, says Dr. Gregory Samanez-Larkin of Vanderbilt University, one of the network’s co-directors, is that despite a decline in some types of cognitive function, “older people often make better decisions than younger people.”
New psychological research helps explain why some see intricate government conspiracies behind events like 9/11 or the Boston bombing.
20. Scot McKnight give his answer to the question So What’s an Anabaptist?
Danish scientists are expecting results that will show that “finding a mass-distributable and affordable cure to HIV is possible.”
They are conducting clinical trials to test a “novel strategy” in which the HIV virus is stripped from human DNA and destroyed permanently by the immune system.


CARSON — Three local athletes played their final high school football game on Sunday night, getting the chance to compete in the Semper Fidelis All-American Bowl at the StubHub Center.
La Mirada’s Dallis Todd (Oklahoma) and St. John Bosco’s Shay Fields (USC) and Chandler Leniu (Washington State) represented the West roster and were all in the starting lineup. The West defeated the East, 31-24.
For Fields and Leniu, there are happy memories at this facility. It’s where St. John Bosco won its CIF State Open Division championship, 20-14, over De La Salle on Dec. 21.
“It felt great to bring back memories (of the state title game),” said Fields, who had three catches for 47 yards and a touchdown, all in the first half. “It was great to be out here with my fellow All-Americans. It was all I could’ve hoped for.”
Leniu started at middle linebacker, getting three tackles on the East’s opening drive. He ended up with five tackles in the first half and was in on eight stops on the night. Fields and Todd both started at receiver for the West, in the slot and wide right, respectively.
After the West defense recovered a fumble on the first possession, it drove 35 yards for a touchdown. Fields recorded the game’s first reception, hauling in a 24-yarder from starting quarterback Brad Kaaya of Chaminade. His pass may have actually been intended for Todd, who jumped and got his fingertips on the ball but was unable to haul it in. Luckily, Fields was there to catch it after the deflection at the East’s 11-yard-line, setting up a TD plunge for Kaaya.
On the next West drive, Fields was on the receiving end of a 15-yard TD pass from Kaaya, hauling in a slant pattern out the slot and racing into the end zone, extending the ball ahead of him as he broke the plane. The West went on to take a 28-0 lead and were up 31-17 at halftime, eventually holding on after a sluggish second half.


From the opening pluck of the banjo to the final strum of the fiddle, Dollar, the newest album from Bluegrass vocalist and guitarist Bo Isaac, is a poetic bridge between the roots of traditional Bluegrass history and the trials we face in the modern world.
Tracks on Dollar span from the topical title track, an ode to the frustrations we all face in a stagnant economy, to quick-picking toe-tappers such as “John Henry” and “Flat Footin’ Tennessee.” There is something for every music lover to connect with or find an escape from troubles.
“We wanted to reach people to distract them from the world events going on today - the economy, the war, the unsettled and stressed life we have all become accustomed to.” Bo says. “We wanted to distract everyone from that, if only for just a few songs.”
Accompanied on the album by a talented band of Rounders friends, Bo has created a 13-song collection that reflects not just his personal music history, but also the spirit and musicianship that encompasses the genre.
The Rounders are a rotating cast of players who join Bo in the studio and on the road. Rounders featured on Dollar include Elmer Burchett, Randy Thomas, Zach Rambo, Steve Thomas, Buck White and Haley Burchett.
Through collaboration with this talented group, Dollar came to fruition, and with it Bo Isaac proves how timeless the tradition of Bluegrass truly is, even in a shifting musical landscape.
As his musical journey progresses, Bo Isaac will continue to keep Bluegrass alive, and Dollar is just another step on his mission to play the music he grew up learning and loving.
To learn more about Bo, visit the biography page!


Get caught up on the special election in Georgia by reviewing NTK Network’s coverage of the race…
A field of 18 candidates in Georgia’s Sixth Congressional District will learn their fates tonight as polls close in the special election to replace Health and Human Services Secretary Tom Price Tuesday evening.
Polls have consistently shown Democrat Jon Ossoff, 30, in the lead, while about a dozen Republicans divvy up the GOP vote. If no candidate hits the 50 percent mark, the top two vote-getters will face each other in a runoff in June.
Get caught up on the race by reviewing NTK Network’s past coverage of the race, including Ossoff’s potential “ceiling” (below the 50 percent mark), his inability to vote for himself (he doesn’t live in the district), and the staggering money he raised (outside the district):
VIDEO: CNN Points Out to Ossoff that He Can’t Vote for Himself Because He Doesn’t Live in the District (4/17/17)
VIDEO: Boston Globe Reporter: Ossoff Probably Won’t Win GA-06 Special Election (4/17/17)
GA-06 POLL: Democrat Still Short of 50 Percent to Prevent Runoff (4/17/17)
Ruh-roh… Republicans Catch up with Dems in Georgia Early Voting (4/14/17)
Jon Ossoff attempts to present himself as a small business owner (4/10/17)
Jon Ossoff Peddles in #FakeNews with Fundraising Email (4/10/17)
Democrats’ Last-Minute Pitch in GA-06 is…Campaign Finance Reform? (4/10/17)
VIDEO: AP Reporter: Jon Ossoff’s “Army of Volunteers” Come from Outside the District (4/9/17)
Georgia Democrat Raises $8.3M… Guess How Much From Georgia Voters? (4/7/17)
The One Stat in GA-06 That Should Have Democrats Concerned (He Has a Ceiling) (4/6/17)
VIDEO: GA-06 Democrat Ossoff Admits He Is a Carpetbagger (4/3/17)
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Some strange looking sculptures adorning the streets of Bath. (Find more info on this artwork here.)
Friday, June 19, 2009
Travel: Bath and Windsor Castle
One of the tours I took while in London was the "Stonehenge, Bath and Windsor Castle Tour." I really enjoyed all three, but on this post, I'm featuring only Bath and the Windsor Castle, as I think the Stonehenge deserves a post of its own. Next time though, I'd like to spend a day or two in Bath. The place is gorgeous and peaceful. I also visited The Jane Austen Center there where I did went crazy for the stationeries.


NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ – At its Monday, Oct. 8 meeting, the Borough Council turned back the calendar some five or six years to re-open discussions on the creation of a co-generating plant.
The idea, according to Councilman Bob Robinson, was to use micro-turbines to convert natural gas to generate electricity to power the Municipal Center, the Rescue Squad and Memorial Library.
“Any excess production could be sold back to the electric company,” Robinson said, which could provide added revenues to the borough as well as reduce expenses.
Years ago, the original idea was considered novel but not revolutionary, floundered due to equipment costs and rising natural gas prices.
However, one important ingredient in the equation has changed – the price of natural gas.
Council President Michael Gennaro said that over the past several years increased exploration and the discovery of shale fields has driven the price of natural gas down by about 75 percent.
“There is almost a surplus in the United States which is expected to continue for a lot of years,” Gennaro said.
There was general agreement from council members that the idea deserves a second look and that several suppliers should be invited to provide presentations.
In other action, the borough council approved a resolution to send a “friendly” letter to Union County Freeholders asking if the county had conducted or planned a study on the benefits of combining the responsibilities of the County Police Department and Sheriff’s Department into one organization.
Robinson said that Union and Bergen were the only counties in the state that had separate organization for the two agencies. The resolution provided an invitation for a Freeholder to speak in person or respond by mail.
Favoring the resolution which was ultimately unanimously approved, Gennaro urged that the council “not fall into the trap of criticizing everyone else.”
Mayor J. Brooke Hern said the role of the Borough Council is to serve as an advocate for Borough residents. “We are not a watchdog organization,” he added.
Addressing local safety, the council passed a resolution awarding a $561,000 contract to Pierce Manufacturing for a GPM Pumper Truck. Fire Chief Ralph Parlapiano who attended the meeting said the new pumper would replace a 20-year-old piece of equipment that is showing signs of wear and at the end of its lifespan. The borough is expected to take delivery of the new equipment next June.
The Borough Council also approved a $190,000 bond for improvements at Hillview Field. The total cost is $300,000 with the remaining funds coming from a Union County grant and the borough’s Open Space Fund.
Hern presented Robinson who serves as a liaison to the Municipal Alliance with a proclamation declaring October 19 – 26 as Red Ribbon Week. “The Red Ribbon is a symbol of agreement to fight drug and alcohol abuse,” Mayor Hern said. Councilman Armand Galluccio urged residents to become members of the Municipal Alliance. People wishing to learn more about the alliance and becoming members are urged to attend a meeting next Tuesday, Oct. 16, at 7 p.m. at the Murray Hill Inn. There will also be a guest speaker alerting parents to the presence of “new” drugs in the community.


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I had a good day of sewing on Saturday and got this happy blocks quilt top quilted.
I have to say it wasn’t an easy quilting job. My Sapphire’s pressure foot sensor and the walking foot weren’t playing nicely together resulting in the machine stopping and the error message “pressure foot too high” coming on the screen every few minutes. I finally took off the walking foot and quilted the rest of the quilt with a regular foot. Strangely enough, I didn’t get bunching or have any problems doing that. I found material to bind the quilt and the binding got made but it hasn’t yet been applied to the quilt.
I also made this small bag. It’s called a Easter Egg Tote Bag.
The pattern is from here but the video giving the instructions has vanished. Even without instructions it was pretty straightforward to put together. The outside material is from a vintage pillowcase and I used some fairly heavy interfacing as a middle layer to give it some body.
After that my sewing and quilting mojo went away. I haven’t done much since which is unusual for me as I’ve been sewing daily ever since March when I started working from home. After not sewing Sunday or Monday I was hoping do some sewing or crafting yesterday, if only for fifteen or twenty minutes. But it didn’t happen and I’m feeling unfocussed even though there are started projects I could be working on. Hopefully, this malaise passes quickly.
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I love that quilt…so bright and cheerful for a little one. The bag is a sweet idea too. I was in a bit of a sewing rut until I joined a pincushion link party. I’ve now made four pincushions and am starting my fifth….LOL From nothing to a lot 🙂
I love all those bright colours and the center fabrics on your quilt. Thanks for showing us.
Congrats on getting your project quilted and that sweet little bag put together! Here’s hoping your sewing mojo returns soon.
Sometimes we just need a break. I love your quilt and the grass really makes it pop. Cute bag too. Thank you for linking up to Put your foot down.
What a bright and Cheery Quilt!! I sure hope your mojo comes back – I hate when that happens!!!
Love your qui.t, so bright and happy!
Sometimes you feel like a quilter and sometimes you don’t! The current events side lined me for a bit also! I love your a Happy Block quilt and your Easter Egg bad is SEW precious! Both, well done!
All those bright and happy and colourful squares make for a gorgeous quilt! A gorgeous bag, too. Two beautiful finishes to be enjoyed.
It’s not always easy to find inspiration, or motivation to sew, but I hope you will find a way to get your mojo back.
Thank you for sharing your lovely and bright quilt, and this cute bag with Quiltingpatch’s Patchwork & Quilts link party!
Such a cute quilt! Lots of pretty color makes it so happy! That is a great bag, too – thanks for sharing the link to the pattern.
I love your happy blocks quilt! And your bag is lovely (plus good recycling!) I’ve had some no-quilting days lately too. It usually happens to me in summer when I’m busy outside. When I get back to sewing, I’m more inspired than before. Good luck!
Beautiful quilt…so colorful. Love the bag…really cute.
Have a great day!
Well any malaise I might have had is gone thanks to your beautiful projects! Thanks for sharing on Wednesday Wait Loss.
Such a pretty quilt! Bright and cheery with both the square prints and the blender surrounds – well done!


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BBC Scotland’s poll offers a fascinating insight into the “people’s priorities” for the forthcoming spending review and Scottish budget. But do the findings offer comfort to Scottish Labour or the SNP? Indeed, do they offer any party any comfort at all?
Headline results first:
– over 80% blame UK governments, either the previous Labour one or the current coalition, for the forthcoming cuts
– nearly three quarters support spending cuts to rein in the deficit but over 80% want cuts applied slowly, to reduce the impact on public services
– 55% either strongly or tend to agree that “the Scottish Government should use its tax-raising powers in order to minimise spending cuts in Scotland”
– in order of popularity, this is what respondents would “cut”: raise the age for free bus travel; a two year pay freeze for public sector workers, except those on low pay; charging drivers for using major roads; charge older people on higher incomes for personal care; charge university students fees; cut jobs in the public sector; cut public sector pensions; increase prescription charges; increase the council tax; and finally cutting spending in the NHS
At first glance, the findings would tend to support the SNP’s stance and statements to date on the Comprehensive Spending Review and forthcoming cuts. People agree Labour is to blame, a huge majority support the gradual approach to cuts they have been advocating and in terms of priorities, ringfencing of the NHS budget and aiming for a council tax freeze for a fourth year are also the people’s top priorities – and by some margin.
Yet, there are several areas of disagreement, not least in respondents favouring a shift away from free and universal services towards a more targeted approach. And people seem fairly relaxed in terms of charging for higher education through fees, a measure already ruled out by the SNP Government.
Labour would appear to be in a more difficult position. Their party is number one culprit in the public’s eyes for the financial situation we find ourselves in and they have already signalled support for raising council tax. However, it remains to be seen if Scottish Labour can successfully decouple itself from the UK Labour government in terms of blame for cuts – they are certainly trying hard to do so. Moreover, their living wage campaign (although entirely spurious as I blogged in a previous post) is largely supported and they also favour a gradual approach to cuts.
However, two areas suggest that Scotland’s major political parties are behind the curve, in terms of public thinking. A slim majority of respondents support using Holyrood’s tax raising power to offset the need for cuts. Labour tentatively suggested such an approach but the SNP immediately shot it down in flames. The reaction smacked more of winning the battle of the day rather than the long term prize. It would seem that the Scottish public is less scared of paying more than getting by with less. Yet, conventional electoral wisdom suggests that no party ever won a term in government by proposing to raise taxes. The tartan tax option has been slow to raise its head in this debate – I doubt if this will be its last appearance.
The second issue again intimates that the public would prefer rationing and increased contributions for existing services, than actual cuts. Four out of the top five favoured options (six out of ten in total) are about limiting availability and/or introducing new or increasing existing charges for services. They are not cuts at all. Although they acknowledge that some might have to go without, there is still an appetite and indeed, a desire to see such services survive for those who need them most. A more thoughtful debate on the merits and limitations of universality is clearly required.
The findings also suggest that the forthcoming Scottish budget should focus less on cutting spending and more on finding the money to maintain services, where possible. If that involves new charges – for using roads and for university education – then so be it. Innovative measures for raising money within Holyrood’s current powers is not something our political parties have a track record on: they might have to develop one, and fast.
Finally, there is remarkable consensus on the preferred priority measures, no matter how the findings are disaggregated. Except in three groups – women, voters aged 35 -54, and public sector workers. These differences will be analysed in a future post, not least in terms of their significance for the forthcoming Holyrood election.

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The nominations for the 73rd annual Emmy Awards are nearly here! If you’re dying to see which favorites are being recognized, tuning into the live announcement ceremony on Tuesday, July 13, is a must.
Set for 11:30 a.m. ET/8:30 a.m PT, the event will see previous winners and real-life father and daughter Ron Cephas Jones (This Is Us) and Jasmine Cephas Jones (Blindspotting, Hamilton) present the nominees alongside Television Academy Chairman and CEO Frank Scherma.
Instead of waiting for the nominations to roll out over time, anyone can tune into the announcements via YouTube. On the Television Academy’s official profile, a live video link is available with a reminder so you don’t miss a single second or reveal.
Below, we’re embedding the video link which will announce nominees beginning at 11:30 a.m. ET/8:30 a.m PT. And check back here on TV Insider for a full list of winners after they’ve been unveiled.
73rd Emmy Awards, Sunday, September 19, 8/7c, CBS


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German security firms due for Kampala sales drive
The visits are being organised by the Nairobi-based AHK Services Eastern Africa Limited, the service company of the Delegation of German Industry and Commerce in Kenya (AHK Kenya) and the German-African Business Association (Afrika-Verein).
Germany is intent on expanding business with the continent although the higher risks in doing business remain a long-standing concern. Africa is currently responsible for only 2 pc of total annual German exports with the leading destinations being South Africa Algeria, Egypt, Morocco, Tunisia and Nigeria.
Not long ago, Dr Stefan Liebing, the Afrika-Verein chairman said, “The problem is primarily the perception of Africa in Germany. German companies in search of growing markets first look to Asia. The message that many African markets now have equal or even more promising growth stories to offer has not yet reached all those concerned. Many small and medium sized enterprises are likely to consider activity in Africa to be too risky, not least because the continent is often still associated with a lack of political stability.
He said, “Poor infrastructure is also sometimes seen as a further deterrent – even though its improvement and expansion offer fascinating opportunities for German industry. Of course, there are also political constraints. Development cooperation from Germany and the EU, for example, should focus more effectively on supporting the local economy and promoting activities of international companies in Africa.”
Last year, Nairobi hosted a German-African Business Summit which attracted some 400 participants. Germany ranks fifth in the list of top five supplier countries to sub-Saharan Africa, behind China, South Africa, India and the United States. Although German-made products are highly regarded, they are often unable to compete with their Asian competitors in terms of price. As a sales market for African products, Germany lags behind India, China, the Netherlands, the US and Spain
Germany’s Federal Ministry of Economics and Energy (BMWi) is also supporting the visit to the region primarily intended to highlight that country’s expertise and advance technology on security related equipment and systems.
The business delegation will consists of 10 to 20 mostly small and medium companies from Germany who are actively engaged in the security sector, providing innovative security technologies, services, solutions and products in the area of civil security.
German firms will be touting various products like burglary/intrusion alarms, fire/smoke alarm systems, electronic alarm systems, electronic article surveillance systems, closed-circuit television systems, drug and other detectors, bomb/metal detectors, contraband detection equipment and other surveillance and monitoring systems.
According to sources, during the business trip, the German companies will also attain insight of the Ugandan and Rwandan security market and potentially establishing first business relationships by being exposed to presentations at high-level sector conferences, networking events and company visits of relevant local companies and institutions in each country.
Meanwhile, a delegation made up of East African Business Council (EABC) member companies and individuals will next week fly to Germany. The trip is being made in partnership with Afrika Verein with the aim of eventually setting up an EAC-German Advisory forum. The Advisory is planned to be a dialogue platform through which trade and investment between the EAC and Germany can be improved.
The EABC delegation will be lead by Christopher Bazivamo, the EAC Deputy Secretary General, Productive and Social Sector and Jim Kabeho, the EABC Chairman. Members of the delegation will have the opportunity to speak on a panel at the German-East African Business and Investment Day; strengthen their network with potential business partners and clients in Germany and also visit Federation of German Industries (BDI) headquarters in Berlin.