What is Indicator 13?
The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI) is monitored by the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP). The Office of Special Education Programs uses 20 performance indicators to measure states' performance. Of those measurable indicators, Indicator #13 is most relevant to transition, specifically transition goals for students age 16 and over.
Indicator 13: Percent of youth with IEPs aged 16 and above with an IEP that includes appropriate measurable postsecondary goals that are annually updated and based upon an age appropriate transition assessment, transition services, including courses of study, that will reasonably enable the student to meet those postsecondary goals, and annual IEP goals related to the student's transition services needs. There also must be evidence that the student was invited to the IEP team meeting where transition services are to be discussed and evidence that, if appropriate, a representative of any participating agency was invited to the IEP team meeting with the prior consent of the parent or student who has reached the age of majority.
Remember that in Wisconsin, state statute dictates that transition planning be completed for students with disabilities beginning at age 14, or earlier if appropriate.
To assist educators in writing transition plans that meet the requirements of Indicator 13, the WI Department of Public Instruction has created the Postsecondary Transition Planning (PTP) System. During the 2012-13 school year, all school districts in Wisconsin will learn how to use this online transition planning system and will use it to complete the transition plans for students with disabilities.
For complete information on the PTP and Indicator 13, click on the DPI link below.
- The New WI Technical College System (WTCS) Disability Services Webpage
The New WI Technical College System (WTCS) Disability Services Webpage that includes Key Contact List, Guides, and Resources
- Researchers Help Teachers Facing Spike in Student Autism Rate
In March, the Center for Disease Control reported sharp increases in the prevalence of children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders (ASD)—especially for 14-17 year-olds, whose rate has more than doubled over the last 5 years. As the new school year gets underway, scientists at UNC’s Frank Porter Graham Child Development Institute (FPG) and the Organization for Autism Research (OAR) have released a multimedia manual that provides strategies for secondary school teachers whose classrooms now include students with ASD.
- Transition Resources A-Z
The Association on Higher Education and Disability (AHEAD) has provided a Transition Resource A-Z list.
- Preparing your classroom for success: Addressing school-wide behavior supports at the classroom level
This document provides information on the components of effective classroom. Positive Behavior Intervention Strategies (PBIS) is the foundation. The information provided is intended to increase participants awareness of strategies for preventing and addressing problem behavior in the classroom.
- Achievement in Dropout Prevention and Excellence (APEX)
Achievement is Dropout Prevention and Excellence (APEX) is a project of the Institute on Disability at the University of New Hampshire. APEX provides direct services, training and technical assistance to New Hampshire schools that have higher than state average dropout rates and high rates of disciplinary problems among special education students.


West Midlands police are trying to find the mother of a newborn baby girl who was abandoned in a carrier bag in a park in Birmingham at 2pm today.
A West Midlands Ambulance spokesman said: "We can confirm we went to an incident in a park in Stechford this afternoon.
A baby girl was treated by ambulance staff and taken to a local hospital for assessment and treatment."
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Isolated showers will largely die away, and winds will decrease. Feeling chilly with clear spells.
Any early showers will die away leaving most of the evening and night dry with clear spells.
All Saints Church in Kings Heath, Birmingham, has much community involvement, especially this year.


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Kim opened up about her experiences on a recent interview with Alec Balwin.
Saturday Night Live and 30 Rock actor Alec Balwin recently launched his own talk show television series, The Alec Baldwin Show. A little while back, Balwin welcomed beauty and media mogul Kim Kardashian West to the show where she discussed a myriad of her experiences and endeavors, including the moment she first discovered her step-father, Caitlyn Jenner, dressed as a woman before her transition.
Kim, who recently turned 38 years old, revealed that she was 25 years old when she was blindsided by Caitlyn’s transition. “I find out when I was, maybe 25,” she shared. “I had walked in on Caitlyn all dressed up – my Mom was out of town – it was Bruce, but dressed up as a woman in the garage at my Mom’s house. ” She went on to explain feeling an overwhelming sense of shock and reaching out to her sister Kourtney Kardashian for comfort and a place to stay. “I ran in, packed a bag so fast, shaking, and called Kourtney and said ‘I have to come spend the weekend with you,'” she shared. “I was hysterically crying and she just was like, ‘what is it? Did you catch Bruce cheating?’ and I was like, ‘I wish, I don’t know what I just saw.'”
In the interview, Kim also discussed her work with prison reform and the role that her husband Kanye West played in encouraging her to speak to President Donald Trump about granting clemency to Alice Marie Johnson, a grandmother who spent over two decades in prison over a non-violent, first-time drug offense. She revealed that she believes that were it not for her husband’s support of Trump, Johnson might still be in jail.
Watch excerpts from the interview below.

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At home, a soundbar can help to improve the audio experience. Soundbars that support Dolby Atmos deliver a rich and immersive surround sound experience that can fill a room with sound. Soundbars that enable Dolby Atmos are often more expensive than other options. If you’re looking for a soundbar that supports Dolby Atmos, these are the best options.
Soundbars were created with the goal of producing powerful sound with a high bottom response. As the world has migrated to flat-screen screens, the use of soundbars has progressively increased. Earlier television sets and display units were predominantly CRT-based; as a result, the box was larger, allowing for larger, more responsive speakers. However, with flat-panel televisions, the screen depth is drastically decreased, leaving little place for speakers. As a result, the built-in speakers don’t have enough bass. Soundbars can assist fill up the gaps.
Soundbars are tiny enough to fit under a display, they’re simple to set up, and they’re usually less expensive than other stereo sound systems. On the other hand, soundbars do not fill a room with sound as well as separate-speaker stereo systems do due to their smaller size and lack of positional freedom. In this article, we have put together the top 10 list of best soundbars in India for you to make proper decision making while purchasing a soundbar.
List of 10 Best Soundbars In India 2022
Reviews Of The Top 10 Brands Of Soundbars In India
- Dolby Atmos Support
- Built-in Chromecast to connect your phone with other devices
- 2 Slimline Speakers
- Wireless subwoofer
- Wireless Bluetooth
- Wifi connection
The Sony HT-Z9F is reported to have high-resolution sound and support for Dolby Atmos. You should be able to hear sound from all directions with this soundbar. It comes with a built-in Chromecast that allows you to connect your phone or laptop to the soundbar with just one click. It includes two slimline speakers as well as a wireless subwoofer for improved bass and music clarity. The Sony HT-Z9F is supposed to provide a wireless listening experience as well as high-quality audio output.
This is a 5.1-inch soundbar with wireless Bluetooth with WiFi; having these features are significant in the modern days as it helps our lives more manageable than before.
- The music clarity
- High-resolution sound
- High-quality audio output
- Built-in wifi
- It might be expensive for some people.
- A 9.1inch soundbar with wireless Bluetooth
- 9.1 Channel, 820 Watt Output Powerful Soundbar System
- Built-in Dolby Atmos & DTS:X and 4 Upward firing speakers provide ultimate 3D Sound Experience
- Two True Wireless Detachable Speakers to place anywhere gives Cinematics 9.1 Surround Sound Experience
- 10 Inch Wireless Subwoofer with Punchy & Precise Bass
The JBL Bar 9.1 is a strong soundbar with an output of up to 820W, according to JBL. It includes Dolby Atmos built-in and four upward-firing speakers that are intended to deliver a 3D audio experience. With Chromecast and Bluetooth connectivity, you can stream wirelessly. It includes a wireless subwoofer that should improve the bass. The JBL Bar 9.1 has detachable surround speakers that can be put wherever you choose in the room.
JBL Bar 9.1, Truly Wireless Home Theatre with Dolby Atmos® and DTS: X™ 3D Sound, 9.1 Channel 4K Ultra HD Pass-Through with Dolby Vision, HDMI ARC, Bluetooth, Built-in Chromecast & AirPlay 2.
- 3D sound experience
- Bluetooth and wireless
- 9.1 channel
- Cinematic sound
- It is a 10-inch subwoofer
- 1st Indian Brand Soundbar with Dolby Atmos and Wireless Subwoofer
- 450W Output for Immersive Sound Experience (Subwoofer: 120W, Soundbar: 330W)
- 2.1.2 Channel Setup
- 4 Front Firing, 2 Top Firing Drivers
- Supports Dolby Atmos, Dolby True HD, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Surround
- Decor Friendly & Wall Mountable
The Zebronics 9800DWS soundbar includes a wireless subwoofer and compatibility for Dolby Atmos. It has four 6.35cm and two 5.08cm drivers, which are touted to generate a powerful sound. The cordless subwoofer keeps the environment clear of clutter. It has various communication options, including USB, AUX wire, Bluetooth, HDMI, and an optical connector. The Zebronics 9800DWS soundbar is small and attractive, and it can be mounted on the wall to conserve room. The most sought after features are as follows,
The soundbar comes with a décor-friendly sleek, and stylish design. Its minimalistic and adaptive form matches the ambience of any room, with a wall-mounting option.
Zebronics ZEB-JUKE BAR 9800 DWS PRO DOLBY ATMOS Bluetooth Home Theater Soundbar With Digital Wireless Subwoofer Supporting 4K HDR, USB, AUX, Optical, 3xHDMI & Remote Control. (450 Watt, 2.1.2 Channel)
- Decor friendly
- The clarity is amazing
- It has a 2.1.2 channel setup
- Dolby Atmos: Feel the thrill of movies in stunning 3.1ch Dolby Atmos/DTS: X and Vertical Surround Engine
- Vertical Surround Engine: Vertical Surround Engine with max 7.1.2ch sound creates a truly immersive experience
- S-Force Front Surround: Wave-front technology delivers more natural, three-dimensional sound fields to a broader area, all from a single soundbar and subwoofer
- Audio Enhancer: Immersive AE upscale audio closes to 7.1.2 each sound
- Wireless Subwoofer: Wireless subwoofer delivers deeper, richer bass sound
- Sound Modes: Sound modes to customise listening to movies and music
- 4K Compatible: Enjoy high-quality movies with 4K HDR pass-through
According to Sony, the HT-G700 soundbar produces powerful sound with remarkable clarity. Simply hitting the Immersive Enhancer button should give you a surround sound experience. It has a centre speaker, which should help with voice clarity. It has Dolby Atmos and DTS:X audio formats, which allow you to hear virtual sound from all directions. The Sony HT-G700 speakers include several connections, including wireless Bluetooth and a single HDMI cable from your TV.
- Immersive audio enhancer
- Wireless subwoofer
- S- force front surround
- Quiet expensive side
- 320 W output. Powerful sound
- Three channels: midrange drivers and tweeters
- Optical-in and audio-in
- HDMI-out (ARC). Control the soundbar with your TV remote
- Dolby Atmos. Cinematic sound
The Dolby Atmos compatibility on the Philips Audio Performance TABB603 soundbar is intended to provide a realistic audio experience. The soundbar can produce up to 200 watts and includes a 120-watt wireless subwoofer. It has a primary speaker who should be able to provide crisp dialogue. The Philips soundbar features a modern appearance that would look great in any living area.
- Realistic audio experience
- Wireless subwoofer
- The price might be a little high – recommended to buy during offers.
- Supports Bt/USB/Aux/Optical In
- Comes With Triple Hdmi – 1 Hdmi(Arc)/2 HDMI In
- 16.51cm Subwoofer
- Remote Control And Wall Mountable
- Has A Led Display
A remote device is included with the Zebronics 9700 Pro soundbar to help you control your audio. It consists of a wired subwoofer with tremendous bass, according to the manufacturer. It supports Dolby Atmos, which should deliver an immersive listening experience. USB, AUX wire, Bluetooth, HDMI, and optical are among the soundbar’s many connectivity choices. The Zebronics 9700 Pro is a cheap soundbar that supports Dolby Atmos.
You can experience multidimensional sound with incredible clarity and detail, allowing you to hear details you’ve never heard before with Dolby atmos.
- Included subwoofer
- Triple HDMI
- Very affordable
- Alexa built-in
- Eight-microphone Array ensures superior voice pickup.
- Integrated Wi-Fi music services and Bluetooth connection
- 3 Controls – Voice, the Bose Music app, or the context-sensitive Universal remote.
- Wall mount setup
The Bose Soundbar 700 is an Alexa-enabled speaker that has a universal remote control. Only those buttons on the remote control will light up depending on the source you’re using, ensuring you don’t click the wrong button by accident. A subwoofer is not included with the soundbar, although one may be purchased separately if desired. If you wish to make this a 5.1 system, you may buy the rear satellite speakers separately. Although the speaker does not support Dolby Atmos or DTS:X, it does deliver a satisfying surround sound experience. There is an HDMI connector on the soundbar for ARC connectivity but no HDMI pass-through option. There’s also an optical input, USB input CEC, and, of course, a connector for the ADAPTiQ headset on the Bose Soundbar 700. If you choose, you can use Bluetooth to connect your smartphone to the system. Alexa voice capabilities are also supported by the soundbar. The best performing soundbar from Bose features an unmatched combination of sophisticated design and exceptional sound.
You can get to the enjoyable part faster with a basic setup. The Bose Music app guides you through the process of setting up your soundbar. Use the optional Bose Soundbar Wall Bracket to install your soundbar attractively on the wall or leave it on the TV stand. It’s appealing to the eye and ear in either case.
Bose Soundbar 700 with Alexa Voice Control Built-in, White
- Easy To Set Up
- Audio clarity is amazing
- Three different ways to manage your voice
- Quite Expensive
- 3D sound, powered by virtualisation
- Studio-grade audio experience
- End-to-end immersive sound experience
The Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar has a beastly appearance and a beastly sound. It supports Dolby Atmos and claims to reproduce the effect without the need for surround or height speakers. The soundbar can do so because of its 13 drivers, including six woofers, five tweeters, and two top-firing full-range speakers. The soundbar is said to be capable of replacing a standard 5.1.4 home theatre system. The soundbar may be controlled with the use of a smartphone app. The soundbar is relatively large, weighing in at 18.5 kilogrammes. The soundbar comes equipped with three HDMI 2.0a connections for connecting your set-top box, streaming device, or Blu-ray player.
Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar, Black
- Great sound input
- Easy setup
- Clear channel
- Huge size might be inconvenient
- Dolby Atmos in a 7.1.2ch, 800W soundbar
- 4K HDR support and HDCP 2.21
- Wireless Subwoofer
- S-master HX digital amp
- Warranty card and setup guide
The Sony HT-ST5000 is a soundbar with Dolby Atmos support and a wireless subwoofer. It features a 7.1.2 channel surround sound system. The soundbar provides two HDMI inputs and HDMI ARC connectivity to the TV when connecting possibilities. Bluetooth connectivity is included, as well as LAN, optical in, and AUX-in. There’s also a USB port. The soundbar comes with built-in Chromecast and Spotify connectivity. It also has WiFi capabilities. Remote control is also included in the box. The soundbar also incorporates upward-firing speakers to provide a surround sound effect.
In the box: Sony 7.1.2-channel hi-res soundbar with wireless subwoofer and Dolby Atmos, HDMI cable, batteries, warranty card, quick setup guide. The S-master HX digital amp reduces distortion for precise results with high-frequency ranges (above 40kHz).
Sony HT-ST5000 7.1.2ch Dolby Atmos Soundbar with Wireless Subwoofer and Surround Sound(Dolby Atmos, Hi-Res Audio, 4K HDR, Chromecast, NFC, Bluetooth)
- S Master Hx
- Sound clarity is amazing
- Quite Expensive
- Powerful Bass
- Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby True HD, ATMOS
- Sound Mode: Standard, Game Pro, Adaptive, Surround Sound Expansion
- Voice Assistants
The Samsung Q900T has a 7.1.2 channel configuration built right into the bar. It contains surround speakers to give the impression of being immersed in the experience. It consists of three front-facing drivers and two side-facing drivers, and a wireless subwoofer. This soundbar comes with built-in Dolby Atmos and DTS: Virtual X compatibility. If you have a Samsung TV, you can wirelessly connect the soundbar to it. The soundbar can also be used in conjunction with the TV speakers to create a more immersive experience. Alexa is also embedded into the soundbar. Adaptive sound is another feature of the speaker, which adjusts the sound settings to match the content being consumed. It also contains a game mode to improve the gaming experience.
A single remote control can handle both the TV and the soundbar. The soundbar has a power output of 406W. The soundbar has two HDMI ports: a passthrough connector with HDR 10+ support, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and an optical port for connectivity.
Easily control your music, get information, and manage your day hands-free. Can’t recall a song title? Ask Alexa to play something by simply saying a few lines of the song’s lyrics. No matter what kind of music and content you’re in the mood for, Q800T is ready to hear you.
Samsung Q900T/XL 406W 7.1.2 Channel Soundbar with Wireless Subwoofer
- Voice assistants
- Sound clarity
- Powerful bass
- Expensive side
Buyers Guide To Buy The Best Soundbar In India
It’s a requirement to have a good soundbar for the best TV viewing experience! What person doesn’t enjoy listening to high-quality music? Play your favorite music and relax with a fantastic audio experience. So, Enjoy your favorite shows and movies to the fullest. Check below the list of top soundbars in India.
A 12-inch soundbar will complement a tiny TV screen, while a 50- to 60-inch soundbar will complement a TV with a 50- to 70-inch screen. If you’re looking to upgrade your TV, take a look at our linked blogs, Best 55 Inch Smart TV and Best 65 Inch Smart TV, which feature ideal TVs for your new soundbar.
A 2.0 channel soundbar, for example, is equipped with two speakers, one on the right and the other on the left, situated on either end of the soundbar. Assume you have a 5.1 channel soundbar, which means there are five speakers, three in the center and the other two at the soundbar’s ends, plus a subwoofer for bass enhancement.
Dolby employs audio compression techniques to provide unadulterated loud and clear sound. Dolby Digital has a 5.1 channel bitrate of 640 Kbps, whereas Dolby TrueHD has a 7.1 channel bitrate of 18 Mbps.
On the other hand, DTS stands for Digital Theatre System and is most commonly found in home theatre sound systems. The sound is of remarkable quality, paying close attention to every element of the audio while removing any noise to offer a deep and sharp sound to your ears.
While DTS Digital Surround has 5.1 channels and a bandwidth of 1.5 Mbps, DTS HD High Resolution offers 7.1 channels and a bitrate of 6 Mbps.
These days, Wi-Fi connectivity is all the rage. This mode allows you to connect the soundbar to other devices through the internet simply. Optical ports are another great and handy way to connect your TV to your speaker. A soundbar is unlikely to include more than one USB port. It should also be easy to manage with a soundbar because a single USB port is usually enough. However, if you require more USB ports, you can search for more soundbars that meet your needs.
It’s time to spice up your entertainment routine. Immerse yourself in the world of television programming and sway to the beat of high-quality music. Soundbars help to provide high-quality sound with deep bass and minimal noise.
It is recommended to select a product that belongs to a reputable company. Explore the soundbar options that sync with your interests and conduct the research in your unique way to make the best decision.
To choose the greatest one, you must pay attention to every single detail. You may compare all of the advantages and benefits that different soundbars offer and make the best selection for your family using our list of the top 10 best soundbars in India in 2022.

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The Oyat (Russian: Оять) is a river in Babayevsky District of Vologda Oblast and Podporozhsky and Lodeynopolsky Districts of Leningrad Oblast of Russia, a major left tributary of the Svir River (Lake Ladoga basin). The length of the Oyat is 266 kilometres (165 mi), and the area of its drainage basin is 5,220 square kilometres (2,020 sq mi).
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|⁃ elevation||226 m (741 ft)|
|Length||266 km (165 mi)|
|Basin size||5,220 km2 (2,020 sq mi)|
|⁃ average||55 m3/s (1,900 cu ft/s)|
The source of the Oyat is Lake Chaymozero in the western part of Babayevsky District. The Oyat flows to the northwest and enters Leningrad Oblast. In the village of Shandovichi it turns north. Upstream of the selo of Vinnitsy the Oyat accepts the Tuksha from the right and sharply turns southwest. It enters Lodeynopolsky District and in the selo of Alekhovshchina turns northwest. The mouth of the Oyat is located in the selo of Domozhilovo. Much of the valley of the Oyat in Leningrad oblast is populated.
The drainage basin of the Oyat includes the southern parta of Podporozhsky and Lodeynopolsky Districts, the areas in the west of Vytegorsky and Babayevsky Districts of Vologda Oblast, as well as minor areas in the north of Tikhvinsky District of Leningrad Oblast. There are many lakes in the basin of the Oyat, the biggest of them being Lake Savozero.

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Ocmulgee Public Fishing Area now has water and some nice fish
When the sun rises Oct. 27, anglers can once again cast lines into the waters of Ocmulgee Public Fishing Area.
The lake shut down in 2012 – with the fish removed and relocated to other lakes – due to sink holes in the lake bed. Now the lake is set to reopen following a $2.9 million repair. A ribbon cutting ceremony will be held 11 a.m. that morning but anglers can start fishing at daybreak.
The lake began refilling in January and was restocked in the spring. The repair has held up well and the fish – including large mouth bass, crappie and bream – are in good shape, said Bert Deener, fisheries regional supervisor for the Department of Natural Resources. He’s had many people asking when the lake will reopen.
“There’s a lot of excitement, a whole lot of excitement,” he said. “I’m excited to get people back in there fishing again and to get boats back in the water.”
The 106-acre lake is in a secluded area at the border of Bleckley and Pulaski counties, off Upper River Road, in the Ocmulgee Wildlife Management Area.
On Wednesday, two DNR representatives sampled more than 100 fish in the lake using a shock technique. The shock stuns the fish just long enough to be captured with a net, then they are measured, weighed and released.
The bass were stocked as adults weighing a pound or more. Many caught Wednesday were two pounds or more with the largest four pounds. Crappie were more than a pound and bream were a quarter pound to a half pound, said Tim Bonvechio, senior fisheries biologist for DNR.
Although it will about another three years or so before the bass are at trophy size again, Bonvechio said there will be some good fishing in the lake from opening day.
“A lot of these fish are naive because they’ve never been caught before,” he said as he checked the captured fish. “It will be really good initially.”
Before the sinkhole issue cropped up, the lake was becoming known around the state as the place to go to land a trophy bass. Anglers were regularly pulling out bass that weighed 10 pounds are more.
That’s because the lake is intensively managed, and it has a catch-and-release policy on the bass. That will remain in place when the lake reopens. Within limits, bream and crappie can be kept.
In the spring, 551 bass were stocked in the lake and all were females to ensure the bass do not reproduce and overpopulate. Bonvechio said more bass will added over time.
All of the bass stocked in the lake had an implanted chip about the size of a grain of rice. Bonvechio used a scanner to individually identify each one by number. That allows DNR to track how individual fish are growing.
The bass fishing could be even better in the rejuvenated lake. DNR has added fish attractors around the lake to give bass a better habitat, and also channel catfish were not stocked this time around. The catfish were big competitors for food so that should help the base grow even more.
Those over 16 years old must have a state fishing license in order to fish in the lake.


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- Available in sizes X Small - 2X Large. See chart for finished measurements.
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- Care: Machine or hand wash in cold water, air dry or tumble dry low


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ISing's mission is to share innovative and exceptional choral music while supporting local nonprofit organizations.
Since our founding in 2005, ISing has worked to share high-quality music to make its community better. We believe that music can make the world a better place, and we put that into practice by raising money for nonprofit organizations in Beaverton, Washington County, and the greater Portland area.
WHAT DO WE DO?
ISing...well, we sing. But we do much more than that. We learn about diverse music and we share that - for free - with our audience. We tour internationally to share our culture with others and to bring their culture back with us. And we raise money for local charities.
BLACK LIVES MATTER
ISing Choir condemns racism, violence, and systemic oppression in all of their forms. We unequivocally believe that Black Lives Matter. We grieve for the callous loss of many lives and are angered by the cruelty, harassment, and subjugation that has been perpetrated across centuries of American history and continues to this day.
As one of our core values, we take seriously our commitment to educate ourselves about the cultures without and within our local community whose music we perform. With that commitment in mind, we are creating a committee dedicated to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. The committee will be open to all choir members and will seek guidance from leaders in this field. It will focus on the education of the ISing Board and Choir, and on ensuring sensitivity and respect as we share the music of diverse cultures. The existence of such a group is not an end in and of itself. However, it is a necessary step as we work toward social change.
We know that we are all participants in these oppressive systems and that dismantling them will require perseverance, but also empathy and a profound humility. We are committed to the process and are aware that we have a lot to learn in our journey to become a choir that feels, and is, welcoming to all.
Board of Directors, ISing Choir
Music is powerful. It connects people in ways that words cannot. We sing for the joy of it, but we also sing for the challenge. Instead of finding music that's well within our abilities, we often select pieces that push us to improve and grow as individual musicians and as a choir.
While it's incredibly satisfying to sing with a group of talented, committed people, it's just not the same without an audience. Getting to share our hard work and passion with our appreciative, generous audience makes all the hours of rehearsal worth it.
Composer Ola Gjeilo
ISing Choir in rehearsal while on tour;
recorded at Valpre Chapel, Lyon, France, 20 June 2014
(posted with permission)
But we don't just do it for the love of music. We also want to highlight and support nonprofit organizations that are making our community a better place. So each of our concerts is a benefit show with 100% (that's all of it) going to our selected beneficiary. Since we started, ISing has raised $374,618 for nonprofit organizations in the area.
Every three years the choir goes on an international tour. Through touring we get to explore other cultures and musical traditions while sharing ours. But perhaps the most important thing that happens on tour is relationships that develop within the choir. We learn to not just sing with each other, but for each other.
ARTISTIC DIRECTOR AND CONDUCTOR
Stephen Galván has worked in community and church music for 45 years directing choirs of adults, youth, and children. He has been leading ISing since 2001 through its transition from an Intel employee club to an incorporated non-profit. He is also the Music Director at St. Peter Catholic Church in Portland, Oregon, and serves on the board of the Beaverton Arts Foundation.
Thank you to these generous supporters of ISing Choir.
City of Beaverton Arts Program

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In this paper, the ball-end milling process has been studied and cutting force profiles abtained by cutting test have been analyzed for adaptive cutting conditions in CNC machining.
The results were sumarized as follows: (1) Ball-end milling operations have been classified into down milling, up milling, and down/up mixed milling according to some cutting characteristics. (2) For each type of ball-end milling operation, cutter deflection directions have been predicted. (3) Factors affecting cutting force profile and cutting force magnitude have been studied, and an experimental cutting force model has been proposed. (4) An approach to utilizing the proposed cutting force model in adaptive feedrate control is presented in this study.


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A few people have asked for clarity about how the BrewShare nights work. While we still may tweak the night as they develop, here's the lowdown:
Held each quarter on a Tuesday night, BrewShare nights are about homebrewers bringing their own home brew to barter and socialise with their peers.
You can brew either the Style of the Night (announced at least two months in advance) OR there is an Open Class. You cannot submit a brew in both classes.
There will be a points winner in both classes but there can only be one People's Choice Best Beer (and this can come from either class). Best newbie brewer will also get a slap on the back!!
If there are more than 10 homebrews, beers and punters will be divided into 2 groups for tasting, discussion and scoring. After 90 minutes, each group is required to present its top two beers (so we were now down to the top four). After that, each group samples the other's top two and then complete a secret individual vote for their Public Choice Beer.
Anything goes - bottles or kegs but bring your own beer in an esky to keep it cool though.
You need to bring at least 3 litres of beer.
There is a $100 worth of vouchers to be won at BrewShare, thanks to the generous support of Grain & Grape in Melbourne and Dave’s Home Brew in Sydney. What beer gets what prize is still being tweaked although People's Choice Best Beer always gets something.
There will be a points winner in both classes but there can only be one People's Choice Best Beer and this can come from either class. So as minimise vote influencing(!), The Taphouse (and/or special guests) make up 30% of the People's Choice Best Beer vote.
The cost of the night is $10, all of which goes towards pizzas (to help soak all the beers). The cancellation policy is that you can only receive a refund if you cancel more than 24 hours before the event start time.
You must prepay by using the appropriate button in the left hand column of this blog.
All homebrewers attending will be emailed a questionnaire (after booking is confirmed) about their beers before the event. These are then handed out at the BrewShare..
A minimum 5 home-brewers must pre-book for the event to go ahead.
Non home-brewers who may like to attend, taste some homebrew and socialise may do so must still prebook and pay.
Night officially starts at 7pm but you must be ready to go with your beers so we strongly encourage you to come earlier!
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Allen, Sister Karen; Interviews with Western New Yorkers; 06-2001
Sister Karen Allen was a teacher at St. Aloysius Academy and also taught in Warsaw, NY, Eggertsville, NY, Highlands, NJ and in Buffalo, NY. She was the principal at Buffalo Academy of the Sacred Heart and then worked in administration at the Sisters of St. Francis. At the time of the interview she was doing retreat work at the Center of Renewal at Stella Niagara in Lewiston, NY.
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Bar News - February 9, 2007
Board Provides Input on NHBA Budget, Activities
Culminating a months-long process that involved Board of Governors members, Bar Association executive staff and a focus group comprised of a diverse group of Bar members, the Board at the Jan. 25 meeting participated in an advisory “post-it” poll to indicate preferences among a list of potential program changes and innovations.
Board members and NHBA senior management staff, each equipped with a limited number of “post-it” notes, pasted their “votes” for program changes on flip chart sheets pasted around the walls. The various initiatives—which emerged from several work sessions by the Board and weeks of research and discussion by NHBA senior management—described program changes designed to meet identified goals for the Association, to raise non-dues revenue, or enhance current services. The suggestions and initiatives covered every area of Bar activity—from CLE, to Sections, Communications, Pro Bono, Legal Services, and administration.
The choices indicated in the non-binding “post-it poll” will be incorporated into planning for the next NHBA budget for the fiscal year starting June 1, 2007, depending on feasibility. The goal-setting and priority planning process will be discussed more fully in the next issue of Bar News in an article by immediate past president Richard Uchida, who began work on the effort during his year as Bar president.
In other actions, the Board:
- Received an update on the proposed rules of civil procedure being drafted by members of the Committee on Cooperation With the Courts, at the request of the Supreme Court. (See article on page 15.)
- Approved policies and contract language for the rental of the NHBA Seminar room for non-Bar Association meetings, subject to certain limitations and requirements. Pending follow-up on a few details, the policies will be posted at www.nhbar.org.
- Security pilot project update. The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s office is making decisions on card-reader equipment to be purchased for magnetic cards to be used by Bar members in conjunction with their NHBA picture ID cards.
- Voted not to renew a contract to provide access to the Work/Life Balance Program through the www.nhbar.org site, launched last year in response to member interest in issues of time management and work/life balance. Due to low use of the Work/Life Balance Program on the Web site, the Association is in the process of considering alternative services or programs to help members with work/life balance issues. Additional offerings in this area will be promoted on the Web site, in Bar News and the eBulletin later this spring. (For questions or comments please contact Rose Anocibar, Member Services Coordinator, at email@example.com).
- Discussed several members’ concerns that the number of superior court judges has been reduced so much that civil dockets are growing to critical levels, particularly in Sullivan, Coos, and Grafton counties. Bar officers will raise this issue at upcoming bench-bar meetings with leaders of the courts.
It was also announced that a CLE program put on by the Federal Practice Section will be scaled back to a one-day program on Sept. 27, 2007. Larry Vogelman, an NHBA governor-at-large who is involved in the program planning, said the section—based on input from the Board—decided to scale back from what had been a two-day program with an overnight at a resort hotel. Vogelman said the essential elements of the CLE programming will be preserved in a one-day format at a Concord site by having the program start early and conclude with a dinner program.
Executive Director Jeannine McCoy also provided Board members with a “You Should Know” fact-sheet detailing the level of activity with certain Bar operations in the past months.
McCoy also reported that collection efforts are underway on a small number of delinquent accounts for dues. At one point earlier this fall, 168 accounts were delinquent; that number had been reduced to fewer than 27 by the time of the meeting.
McCoy also reported that at least one candidate is running for each open seat on the NHBA Board of Governors for the 2007 election taking place starting in March. (The deadline for nomination petitions is Feb. 15. See petition form on page 13.)


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Images of Chestnut Ridge Park from the 1920s and 1930s.
The full content is available in the Summer 2015 Issue.
We examine the environmental efforts of this unassuming Buffalo jeweler to reclaim the waterfront of the city he loved.
Thanks to a successful partnership between county and conservancy, the largest of the Erie County parks has been experiencing a renaissance in recent years. Here we look at the park’s creation, decline and how it is bouncing back.
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text: Is Britney Spears ready to try her luck in Sin City again? The newly singled pop tart whose quickie Las Vegas wedding to pal Jason Allen Alexander was officially annulled on Monday is being wooed to play herself in an episode of NBC's new hit drama Las Vegas. "We're actively trying to get her to come on, because she loves the show," exec producer Gary Scott Thompson tells TV Guide Online. "But then her little weekend [wedding] happened and we kind of went, 'I don't know if she's gonna want to do Vegas anymore.'" Calls to Spears' reps were not returned, but they probably have their hands full these days.

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Get ready to be transported back in time with this beautiful Edwardian-inspired shoot.
As an upcoming December-bride, I am totally biased about the wonderfulness of Winter weddings. This shoot really puts a romantic, moody spin on an otherwise quite glitzy season – sumptuous velvets and furs with dark table linens and quirky details make this a real winner. Don’t get me wrong, there is still a healthy dose of sparkle from the amazing detailing on the bridal gowns and there is such a sense of occasion with those fantastic veils. I am totally in love with the gorgeous calligraphy and deep berry colour palette which have all been captured so beautifully by L. Hewitt Photography.
This shoot really does feel like a snippet of days gone by without being in anyway outdated. It truly is a real masterclass in delicate gothic, Edwardian elegance. Enjoy lovely readers!
“We loved getting lost in the subtle magic of this winter wedding concept with L Hewitt Photography: a wish captured in a silver sixpence, a moment frozen between past and future. Our goal was to create an event with sparkling detail to evoke the shivery thrill of romance, yet just enough in shadow to entice the imagination.
The inspiration for the shoot was of an ice-bound Edwardian banquet. Designer Elizabeth Lockhart, White Glove Rentals and Rusty Love Vintage assembled luxe materials in a muted palette- lustrous sage velvet, shimmering gray linens, tarnished silver, mother of pearl flatware, and glistening glass place settings. White tapers spike up from raw quartz clusters like ice formations for an intimate candlelit ambiance, and sugared pear place cards invite guests to savor the sweetness of the evening.
The handwritten paper goods establish a sentimental mood, with ornately scrolled liners adding a romantic secret to each envelope. The invitation features Poppy & Scooter’s loose calligraphy and a deckled edge, reminiscent of an oft-read love letter. Our lucky sixpence coin inspired the wreath motif that frames the monogram and pewter wax seals, and also appears on the tabletop as an etched laurel trim on vintage champagne coupes and plates.
For extra gleam, we dreamed up a traditional tiered cake encrusted with crystalline sugar to catch light from Church & Company’s gothic stained glass windows. The cool elegance of the tablescape is tempered by gentle pink and gold florals in the lush centerpiece by Petal & Print. Leafy tendrils echo the garland theme, cascading from the bridal bouquet and crowning the models.
Anna Campbell gowns from Garnish Boutique that frost bare shoulders with icy embellishment and sheer lace are styled with fur for a touch of warmth. Makeup artist Michelle Heffner brought our blushing brides to life with luminous natural skin and berry-stained lips.”
CREDIT WHERE CREDIT IS DUE |
Photographer | L. Hewitt Photography
Dress Designer | Anna Campbell
Event Venue | Church & Company
Design and Décor | Elizabeth Lockhart
Bridesmaid Dresses | Garnish Boutique
Model | Jade Brandon
Hair Stylist | Michelle Heffner
Floral Designer | Petal and Print
Calligrapher | Poppy and Scooter
Equipment Rentals | Rusty Love Vintage Rentals
Equipment Rentals | Table Toppers
Model | Tiffany Nicole
Design and Décor | White Glove Rentals
A huge thank you to very talented team who put this shoot together – just superb! Petra x


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Here is another book that surprised me. I did not like the writing style at the beginning, but by the end I liked exactly that, the writing, very muchHere is another book that surprised me. I did not like the writing style at the beginning, but by the end I liked exactly that, the writing, very much. The writing is descriptive, right from the beginning, but when it starts not only the places and scenes are described, but also we are told the personality traits of the involved characters. Here is the classical problem of being "told rather than shown". After the initial presentation of the characters, only then do we begin to observe them. At the same time the tone becomes sensual, beautiful and moving. It starts out choppy. Maybe this is not a bad technique, to first introduce the disparate characters and then to add depth to each one? You begin to watch them and to understand their emotions. It is Edna, and the other female characters you watch, more so than the male figures. But what I liked about the book was the writing.
This is a book of early feminism, published first in 1899. The constricts are those placed upon women during the Victorian era – husband, social standing, children and “what will people say”! We watch the "awakening" of a woman; she becomes aware of her own identity, and her right to have her own identity.
The setting is New Orleans and the Southern Louisiana coast.
This was my first Librivox audiobook. I want to thank Leslie and Sandy for their help in learning how to download it and for their lists of good Librivox narrators. Elizabeth Klett, narrates this. To tell you the truth, I didn't like the narration at first. I found it too rapid, I had to learn who was who and so I had a terrible time with the rapid speed. But then, just as I grew to like the writing style, I grew to like the narration too. Sometimes you have to acclimatize yourself to a narrator, and sometimes the narrator has to get into the feel of the story. I will not shy away from this narrator. She is very good, albeit a bit fast for me. I need time to think when I listen to a book.
Then there is the ending...... I am not so sure I like it, but you will be surprised. I guarantee that. Again, it is not the plot that makes me like this book, but rather the feeling the writing conjures. I felt Edna's awakening.
ETA: No, this damn book IS worth four stars. I woke up early this morning worrying about my rating! Here is why I must give it four stars: I came to cETA: No, this damn book IS worth four stars. I woke up early this morning worrying about my rating! Here is why I must give it four stars: I came to care deeply for three people: Susan, Maud and Mrs. Sucksby. Wait till you find out who exactly the last one is! They moved from being cardboard evil characters to people I felt compassion for. Yes all three of them. And look at all the other good things I have listed below!
By the book's end I was extremely impressed! By what exactly? *By the ability with which Sarah Waters depicted Victorian London, London in 1862 to be exact. *By the flair with which a lesbian relationship is drawn, even to me who am heterosexual. *By her ability to create from nothing a totally new story that kept me listening. The story is completely credible and yet full of twists and turns. *Waters creates characters that are believable. Originally I was annoyed by the fact that all seemed evil, devious and scheming. I didn't know them well enough when I made that false judgment. *The dialogs and the different dialects reflecting the character's social standing were pitch-perfect. *No, I didn't laugh often, but occasionally I would smile. *The writing is VERY atmospheric; the story reads as a Gothic mystery, and even if this is not a genre that I habitually read I was impressed. Much is CREEPY. Maybe in fact it was so creepy that it made me squeamish and that is why I was so disturbed, because honestly I almost gave up on this book half way through. IF you ARE looking for a Gothic mystery - grab this.
I have one serious complaint - the book is too long; it should have been tightened. The first section is told and then we are told it again from another point of view. I was totally exasperated by this. This was too repetitive. I was scared to death that the story would be told AGAIN from a third point of view. No, that didn't happen.
So why should one read this book? Because you are given a very good story. Does it leave a message? Yeah, it does. It is all about family, loosely defined. It is about the feelings that bind the members of a family, regardless of the hurt we cause each other. Let me repeat again - the lesbian theme was VERY well done. Readers hesitant on that score will be pleasantly surprised! I was.
As stated, I had a very hard time during the first half of the book - so stick with it. I may not have continued if the audiobook had not had such a wonderful narration. Juanita McMahon did a fabulous job. I ALWAYS could here exactly who was speaking. I am not going to give any spoilers, but this is an essential part of the story! I loved the dialect used for Susan and the contrasting tone for Maud. At Audible I will rank the narration with five stars. Need I say more about the narration?
I want to leave what I wrote half way through the book. It is important you know that too....... I do think I have given you enough of an indication of what this book offers so you can judge if it will fit what you are looking for.
After a little more than half:
A friend asked me if I found the writing in Sarah Waters' Fingersmith verbose. I explained that the fist part wasn't. BUT, but, but, now, in the second part, we are being told the same story all over again, albeit from another person's point of view! Repetition has to be a kind of wordiness, right? The second first person narrative are the words of a woman higher up on the Victorian ladder, and her language is perhaps not verbose, but more polished. Susan's telling is simple, frank and to the point. Maud's is woven into a more educated language that drones on and on.
Who is the most wicked?!
This is clearly a mystery. I would call it a Gothic mystery to-boot! Creepy stuff, but honestly I am bored the second time around! I am not a mystery fan! I just don't really care, since this is just a make-believe story.
Is the writing Dickensenian? According to Wiki this word is defined as: 1.Of or pertaining to Charles Dickens or, especially, his writings. 2. Reminiscent of the environments and situations most commonly portrayed in Dickens' writings, such as poverty and social injustice and other aspects of Victorian England.
Yes, the book does depict poverty, social injustice and English Victorian society. But there is more to Dickens' writing than just this! We all have our own feelings toward his writing.
Right now I am thinking that even if the Sarah Waters does have a talent in depicting a time and place well, and even if she threw in a twist I never expected, and even if she let me emotionally understand a lesbian relationship............I am bored. Now again, I have guessed how the story will conclude. Will she throw in another twist? ...more
I think this is a fabulous book of non-fiction. It is clear, interesting from start to finish and the amount of detail is perfect. It is not dry, notI think this is a fabulous book of non-fiction. It is clear, interesting from start to finish and the amount of detail is perfect. It is not dry, not ever.
It follows the fall of the totalitarian regimes in the six countries of the Warsaw Pact: Poland, East Germany, Czechoslovakia, Bulgaria, Hungary and Romania. You come to understand why the USSR fell apart. It follows the significant role played by leaders and dissidents in these six nations and Mikhail Gorbachev, Ronald Regan, George H. W. Bush and Pope John Paul II. The events in each of these countries and their respective leaders are covered in detail. Soviet involvement in Afghanistan is also discussed because the disastrous military campaign there partially explains Soviet abandonment of the satellite countries.
I am not knowledgeable enough to check the accuracy of every detail; I read the book to learn. Nevertheless, I do not doubt the author's information - he is an English journalist writing for the London Evening Standard and he witnessed much first hand.
In the introduction the author states that he uses the terms Eastern and Central Europe interchangeably, as well as Soviet Union, Russia and the USSR. It would have been better had he simply stated which counties he classified as Eastern European and which Central European. In addition he uses the words socialism and communism interchangeable. This is sloppy, and in some lines the word choice is quite simply wrong. Socialism and communism cannot be used interchangeably; they are not the same thing! This frequently bothered me.
I wish the book had covered the evolution of events in the Baltic States which also threw off Soviet tyranny. The author states that Yugoslavia is omitted because it deserves a book of its own.
I listened to the audiobook narrated by Paul Hecht. Some of the Eastern European names are hard to catch, but most often I could still find these names with the help of Wiki. The narration is excellent. The reading is slow and clear. You need that in a book of non-fiction where there is so much to learn.
I really, really, really liked this book. I found it fascinating and clear. I just wish I could glue everything in my head so it never disappears. When you read a book that is this good, you don't want to forget any small detail.
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I have listened to about 1/3 and am totally enjoying it. Absolutely fascinating. It starts in in the 1970s so you watch the disintegration of the Empire, not just the final fall. It is one of those books of non-fiction that IS NOT DRY. When a number is given it is compared with another so you understand its significance. You laugh at what you are being told; the author puts it so amusingly. For example, when he talks about the Stasi and the GDR he speaks of a spy who marries for the sole purpose of spying on the woman more efficiently! Everything had to be recorded on paper because there were so many power cuts. He talks of mountains of information and how stupid much was - such as the exact conversation of a guy buying a hot dog. "No the mustard isn't necessary, just the bread." The book is interesting and easy to read and read and read. Just the right amount of information to pique your interest. Not too much so it gets tedious.
I hadn't realized to what extent the dissension in Poland in the 80s was hinged upon the papal choice of Pope John Paul II.
All readers will recognize name after name after name. You learn about Lech Wałęsa, Solidarity (The Polish Trade Union), Václav Havel, Erich Honecker, Erich Mielke (German secret police official, head of Stasi), Leonid Brezhnev, Andrei Gromyko and of course Mikhail Gorbachev. And I have only read a third of the book! ...more

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MDS posted earlier today an item regarding the latest letter from Packers president and CEO Mark Murphy to the team’s season-ticket holders in which he expresses confidence that the Packers will celebrate their championship with a prime-time Thursday night opening game to launch the 2011 season.
The comments, which were tacked onto the massaged version of the latest league talking points (seen last week in letters from the Falcons and Eagles), make plenty of sense, from a business standpoint.
The owners needs fans to renew their season tickets. Thus, if the owners say anything other than “there will be a season,” fans may opt not to buy season tickets.
The problem is that the players hear these statements, too. Thus, the owners’ commitment to playing football in 2011 (Titans owner Bud Adams recently “guaranteed” that a season will happen) diminishes to a certain extent the league’s ability to drive a hard bargain, since vowing to the fans that games will be played this season takes the ultimate economic weapon against the players — denial of game checks — off the table. Thus, the players could dig in even harder as the season approaches, refusing to move from their desire to continue to get 50 cents of every dollar earned, since the owners have promised that games will be played.
But the owners likely aren’t concerned. If there’s no game on September 8 at Lambeau Field, and/or no 2011 season at all, Murphy and other owners will be sending out a new wave of letters blaming it all on the players.


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4/2/2013. I am staying at this hotel because I am relocating to the area and looking for an apartment...Tuesday morning I woke up to 4 roaches in the kitchen. I told the front desk and I was told they would spray the room...I came back from work and there was a message on the phone from the front desk...I was expecting them to say they came and spayed the room...NOT. They came in to change the "company logo".
4/3/2012. I woke up at 1:04 am to use the rest room and there are roaches in the kitchen and bathroom so I called the front desk AGAIN and I was asked if I would like to change room...it is 1:04 in the morning. Really? I have to be up at 6 am.
I am paranoid they are going to get in my suitcase, purses, clothes, etc... I paid $260 for 4 day...is it too much to expect the room to not be infested with roaches? I am so pissed of right now.
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Centrally located in Livingston, Country Motor Inn is minutes from Livingston Golf & Country Club and Livingston Depot Center. This hotel is within close proximity of Sacajawea Park. Make yourself at home in one of the 23 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations are provided. Conveniences include desks and complimentary newspapers, and housekeeping is provided daily. Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless Internet access, a television in the lobby, and a picnic area. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily. Featured amenities include express check-out and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Free self parking is available onsite. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby, fees may apply.
It was clean. The woman at the front desk was nice. The heater worked.
Bed and pillows were hard. Covers were thin. No carpets on the floor, only throw rugs. Upholstered seat of desk chair had big hole in it. Sink is located right next to the television in the living area. Train came roaring by many times all night long.
The electical needed updated
Manager and staff were quite prifessional, helpful and friendky.
I thought the price was a little high for the type of hotel. Meaning age and location.
Very clean, good wifi, good TV (CRT), excellent desk person.
Very old, very small.
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Why is Doosan staying in Daegu when Wakajeon is in Changwon?
The KBO concluded its regular season on Sunday. The five teams that qualified for the postseason are the LG Twins, KT Wiz, SSG Landers, NC Dinos, and Doosan Bears, and the final standings have been finalized.
However, the immediate concern is the wildcard matchup and the semi-playoff team housing. The fourth-ranked NC and fifth-ranked Doosan have a day off and will play the wild card deciding game at NC Park in Changwon on the 19th. But they don’t have a hotel.
From Nov. 22 to Nov. 2, the 15th Asian Shooting Championships will be held at the Changwon International Shooting Range, and more than 1,000 shooters from 35 countries around the world will arrive in Korea early and stay in hotels around Changwon.
While the home team, NC, had no problems, the away team, Doosan, was immediately under fire. This is largely due to the fact that they were unable to secure accommodation early due to the late ranking. Doosan’s ranking was determined on the 16th, 바카라사이트 but their opponents were finalized on the 17th. As a result, we had to wait until the 17th to secure accommodation in Changwon for the wildcard game, and all accommodation close to the stadium was ‘full booked’.
However, we can’t wait. Doosan players have to travel to Changwon on the 18th to prepare for the wild card game. Doosan’s on-site officials did their best to make arrangements, and in the end, a hotel in Daegu was chosen as the traveling accommodation. It is an hour and a half away from Changwon NC Park by team bus.
Doosan players will have to travel one and a half hours by bus to prepare for the first game of the wild card round on the 19th. Unfavorable conditions for conditioning. But there is no choice. We can’t force them to find accommodation on short notice, so there are limits to our ‘manpower’. This is the best we can do.
Even if Doosan and SSG had won the wild card match, they would have had trouble securing accommodation. Officials from both clubs had already checked out team housing in Jamsil and Incheon as a backup plan, but they were unable to make reservations. SSG even considered traveling to and from Incheon instead of staying near Jamsil if they had to play a wild card game against Doosan.
Securing accommodation for the semi-playoffs is also difficult. The semi-playoffs will be held in Changwon or Jamsil, with Changwon still affected by the shooting competition. This season, the KBO has been a fierce race to the finish, and the battle for third through fifth place has been nothing short of laughable.
While the joy of reaching the postseason is overwhelming, those involved in the field have their work cut out for them.

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The price of admission to the exhibition is intended for the Spanish Association Against Cancer and the protector Apama Natura
The success of the exhibition ‘Abanilla strips naked’ last weekend has prompted its promoters to extend the visiting hours for one more day. It is a solidarity photographic exhibition. The ticket price, three euros, is intended for the Spanish Association Against Cancer and the protector Apama Natura.
The good reception that the exhibition had during the weekend, with more than 1,200 visitors, has made the organizers decide to extend the visit pass to this Saturday, November 5.
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The Cleveland Browns will take on the Chicago Bears on Saturday Aug. 27, 2022, at 7 p.m. EST at FirstEnergy Stadium.
- The Browns are coming off a 21-20 loss to the Eagles in their second preseason game. They are 1-1 in the preseason.
- The Browns last played the Bears at home in Week 3 last season when they won 26-6.
Storylines to Watch
- Justin Fields vs. Browns D — Bears HC Matt Eberflus said he expects to play the Bears' starters up to the end of the first half in the final preseason game. That means second-year QB Justin Fields will see action against the Browns, who have yet to announce if they'll play their starters.
- Final evaluation — The game will be the final chance for any players on the bubble to be evaluated by coaches. Rosters will be trimmed from 80 to 53 players on Tuesday.
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Pre-Game: Saturday 6:30 p.m., News 5 (Cleveland Area)
Game: Saturday, 7 p.m., News 5, NFL Network
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The staff was friendly, but if you are looking to go on a vacation where you want to relax after a long day of venturing around Venice this is not the place for you. The rooms are right off the street with loud noise interrupting your sleep and the bed is VERY uncomfortable. Wifi is in and out at best and the entire time I was in the room the toilet was making an awful noise.
If you need a basic hotel to stay in for one night and will spend no time in there besides sleeping then you might be able to get away with staying here as it is clean. Overall though for the price you pay I believe you could find a more appeasing place on the island. The one positive is that the staff is friendly and the breakfast that is included is decent. It includes tea, coffee, bread, meat and cheeses.
I was looking for a place that has a lounge area and something that was more relaxing as I was on vacation and wanted that perk. I like to stay at a variety of places and do not need a 4 star hotel, but I wanted something more comfortable and less noisy than the Dalla. Mora.
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With the release of milk teeth, breastfeeding becomes painful for the mother. Milk production begins to decline. It is time to offer puppies solid food, such as dry puppies food from Taste of The Wild rehydrated in a little warm water or formula (Milk replacement).
First, the puppies start mostly playing with food. It’s important to invite them for several small meals a day.
The puppy moves on its four legs. Be sure to keep very clean environment because of serious exploration period will start! The minimum temperature should be between 36 ° C and 38 ° C.
Every sense of the puppy are now well developed. It can discover new environments and new animal species. The role of the mother (or breeder if the dog can not play its role) is essential: it teaches the puppy to control its bites, to communicate with other dogs (Learning submitting expressions or appeasement).
This is when the puppy should be contacted (of course gradually) with all situations they will encounter in life: animals (horses, cows, cats, chickens …), different people (people color, children, elderly …), noisy situations (radio, TV, vacuum cleaner, car …), frequented places (railway station, market …). This phase of socialization is important for the adult dog is balanced, neither nervous nor aggressive. But I will write more about socialisation on an other post.

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text: Hi all! This is my first time with duckies, these are supposed to be welsh harlequin ducks, but I don't think they were bred to standard, so I couldn't tell by their beaks color when I got them. Also, I supposedly got them at 1 day old but I'm suspicious it was more like a week. If I had gotten them at 1 day old these guys would only be 2 weeks old and they seem older to me. Anyway, I'm wondering if the 3 with darker heads are drakes? Or will I have to wait for the quack? Thanks! It's great to be here!


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Australian currency is a curious mixture, with the coins dominated by the monarch and varieties of fauna, apart from the $2 coin, which has QEII on one side and Gwoya Tjungurrayi, an Aboriginal tribal elder, on the other. The notes exhibit a motley collection of Australian notables, some more well known than others (by me, anyway: BanjoPaterson, Edith Cowan, Nellie Melba, John Monash). Less well known are Mary Reibey on the $20 note (a rags-to-riches story of a girl transported to Australia as a 13-year-old convict) and the Aboriginal man depicted on the $50 note, David Unaipon.
I’ve gone through life knowing regrettably little about Australian history, and even less about indigenous history. What little history we studied was strongly British-focussed, and I could certainly name more American Indian historical figures (Pocahontas, Geronimo, Sitting Bull, Cochise, Crazy Horse, …) than I could name their Australian indigenous equivalents (Truganini and King Billy was about it – I’m Tasmanian). Over the years, my interaction with the original Australians has been sporadic, the most memorable being my chance meeting with my rugby hero, Mark Ella.
So I was curious about the life of David Unaipon, and an online search revealed a fascinating and impressive character. Born David Ngunaitponi in 1872 and lived till the grand old age of 94. He was one of a family of nine, and grew up and was educated at a mission in South Australia, showing early promise of things to come: “I only wish the majority of white boys were as bright, intelligent, well-instructed and well-mannered, as the little fellow I am now taking charge of.”
In his teenage years David moved to Adelaide to work as a servant, his employer C.B. Young recognising his potential and encouraging his interests in literature, philosophy, science and music. He was also deeply religious, later becoming a travelling Christian preacher, an activity he continued for decades, at the same time perceiving close links between Christianity and Aboriginal culture. As he was obsessed with correct English and spoke in archaic classical English, he must have been a captivating orator.
His interest in science was mostly focussed on physics, and he became expert in ballistics, though a main lifelong passion became inventions. David is credited with specifying details of how to convert rotary motion into tangential reciprocating movement, one application being for sheep shears. Overall he took our provisional patents for 19 inventions, and even before WW1 came up with a design for a helicopter based on the aerodynamics of the boomerang. Right into old age he indulged in the fruitless search for a perpetual motion machine.
As he grew older, David Unaipon also increasingly became a writer, orator and activist, using his speaking skills to advance the cause of his people. Though often refused accommodation and/or sustenance, he travelled widely and spoke boldly on Aboriginal rights and culture. Though he probably wouldn’t be considered a radical (he was opposed to the ‘Day of Mourning’ at the 150th anniversary of the First Fleet), he fought for recognition, championing self-determination and being arrested for attempting to provide a separate territory for Aboriginals in central and northern Australia.
His activism was buttressed by his voluminous and proficient writing for a variety of sources, including newspapers. David Unaipon was the first published Aboriginal writer, a major work being Legendary Tales of the Australian Aborigines. The background to the book is instructive, as explained by the latest publishers:
In the 1920s, under contract to the University of Adelaide, he was commissioned to collect traditional Aboriginal stories from around South Australia. He also acted as a ‘collector’ for the Aborigines Friends’ Association. Most of the stories come from his own Ngarrindjeri people, but some are from other South Australian peoples.
The stories were published in 1930 as Myths and Legends of the Australian Aboriginals, but the author of the work was given as W. Ramsay Smith, FRS, anthropologist and Chief Medical Officer of South Australia. Unaipon’s name does not appear anywhere in the book, except where he is mentioned in passing as a ‘narrator’.
That wrong at least has now been righted.
* The surname Smith reminded me that when I was doing maths at the University Tasmania, there was a fellow student, Graeme Smith, who I recall was of indigenous heritage. In our Honours group he was the best mathematician by far – didn’t bother to go to lectures until threatened by Prof Elliot that he wouldn’t get his degree unless he participated. He’d sit there looking uninterested and not taking notes, every now and then terrifying the tutor by asking difficult questions. I wonder if he was Fanny’s great (or great-great) grandson!


Carson sheriff urges drivers to use caution during Street Vibrations
Thousands of motorcyclists are projected to be arriving in Carson City and the surrounding area this week for the annual Street Vibrations celebration.
The Carson City Sheriff’s Office urges drivers to pay attention to those riding to prevent crashes. As this is a three-day event, which will go into the evening hours, both drivers and riders should be alert and take appropriate actions to avoid crashes. Slow down when approaching crosswalks, especially at night when visibility is limited.
“This year’s celebration will have additional events being held in the downtown corridor as well as those held at Harley-Davidson,” said Sheriff Ken Furlong. “Please use extra caution and allow ample time to reach your destination.”
The office reminds Street Vibration-goers to enjoy the festivities, but don’t drink and drive or ride.


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To celebrate the new Atlantis themed books, we have teamed up with Ladybird Books to giveaway this stunning prize.
One lucky winner to receive The Shark Castle (RRP £64.99) and a copy of The Quest for the Lost City and The Menace From The Deep. (RRP £4.99 each).
Five winners to receive Deep Sea HQ (£34.99) along with a copy of both the LEGO adventure activity books. Nineteen runners up to receive the two LEGO activity books.