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Helena Stone can’t remember a life before words and reading. After growing up in a household where no holiday or festivity was complete without at least one new book, it’s hardly surprising she now owns more books than shelf space while her Kindle is about to explode.
The urge to write came as a surprise. The realisation that people might enjoy her words was a shock to say the least. Now that the writing bug has well and truly taken hold, Helena can no longer imagine not sharing the characters in her head and heart with the rest of the world.
Having left the hustle and bustle of Amsterdam for the peace and quiet of the Irish Country side she divides her time between reading, writing, long and often wet walks with the dog, her part-time job in a library, a grown-up daughter and her ever loving and patient husband.
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To me, Renewal was much more than just words on a page. Stone taps into the emotions of her reader and I cocooned myself in Shane and Chris’ world, reacting to events without shame and yes, th...
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What is An Inverter Aircon
An inverter is an energy-saving device that efficiently controls the motor speed in air conditioners to avoid wasteful operation. When the room temperature goes over the set temperature, air conditioners cool, and when the room temperature falls below the set temperature, they heat.
Non-frequency conversion air conditioners have a steady motor speed and alter the temperature by switching the motor, which uses more energy. Temperature is controlled in inverter air conditioners by adjusting motor speed rather than turning the motor ON and OFF.
Air conditioners with inverters have reduced power loss and can save energy when compared to non-inverter air conditioners. Standard air conditioners only operate at 100 percent of their capacity. Because the great majority of air conditioners operate in this manner, you might never think about it. Although it is popular, it is not the only choice available to you for your house.
The functionality of Inverter Aircon Servicing
An inverter air conditioner, on the other hand, is one that has a variable cooling speed. These systems deliver high-efficiency cooling without the hassle or expense of a traditional air conditioner. Your standard air conditioner either runs at full capacity or at zero percent. In layman’s terms, this implies you’re always operating your air conditioner at maximum capacity.
This is characteristic of an air conditioning system, but consider how useful this sort of capability may be outside of it. Consider if your automobile had two modes of operation: it could either go 150 mph or stay in the park. Doesn’t seem very practical, does it? The changing speed is crucial in this case.
A compressor unit in an inverter air conditioner gives a more precise cooling method. Rather than blasting cool air into your house, an inverter air conditioner gives the correct amount of cooling depending on the temperature and size of your space.
How an Inverter Air Conditioner Helps You
An inverter air conditioner may benefit you in a variety of ways. The highlights are listed below of Aircon Servicing Singapore:
Because it works at a reasonable pace, inverter air conditioners can help you save money. You don’t always require full-blast cooling. An inverter air conditioner may provide you with the services that you require rather than those that are required.
Have you ever been startled awake by the sound of your air conditioner turning on in the middle of the night? Although your air conditioner isn’t exactly “noisy,” it might be startling to hear it kick on in the midst of a warm summer night. When you have an inverter air conditioner, you won’t have to worry about this.
When you first turn on an inverter air conditioner, you’ll notice that it uses more electricity. They begin strongly and gradually decrease in intensity when your body temperature approaches the appropriate level.
The variable functioning of an inverter air conditioner is much friendlier to the environment. You can count on the variable compressor speed of this system to be kind to your pocketbook and the environment.
Converter-driven air conditioners and heat pumps have two to three times the efficiency of single-stage and two-stage conventional split system models. Details are provided below.
Comparable to geothermal:
Inverter-driven systems compete with geothermal heat pumps in terms of lowering energy usage, with efficiency increasing with each generation.
Inverter split systems, particularly micro split heat pumps, are a better bargain than most geothermal systems since they are considerably less expensive.
Indoor heat and humidity control:
Temperature balancing is better with inverter-driven heating and cooling than with other types. Longer, more regular cooling cycles remove more humidity from the air.
As a result, you’ll be more comfortable at a greater temperature, resulting in even more energy savings.
Mini-split and conventional split inverter technologies are now available, giving you a variety of sizes and installation options.
Inverter Aircon is the pro version of the air conditioner with extraordinary functionality. More and more people are now trying to opt for the inverter aircon. Offering a range of above-mentioned advantages this inverter AC is becoming a popular choice for everyone!


NANYANG Technological University (NTU) has turned down an appeal by journalism professor Cherian George against its decision not to grant him tenure.
This means that he is likely to leave the school within a year.
In response to the university's decision, four of its most senior faculty members, including two ex-deans, Professor Ang Peng Hwa and Emeritus Professor Eddie Kuo, sent a letter in support of Dr George to NTU president Bertil Andersson yesterday.
In the letter, the professors said the controversy over the university's decision to deny him tenure is causing "serious damage to our academic reputation and professional integrity" and NTU's ability to attract top communication scholars.
It has also left them "perplexed as to what exactly NTU expects of its staff in order to earn tenure".
Dr George, 47, joined NTU in 2004 and teaches courses on media in Singapore at the university's Wee Kim Wee School of Communication and Information. He won a teaching excellence award from NTU in 2010, and has published several books.
The Straits Times understands that he was informed about two weeks ago that his appeal had been rejected. When contacted last night, he declined to comment.
He appealed in March after his application for tenure was denied the month before. NTU's decision led to speculation that it was politically-motivated due to his past criticism of the Government.
In the letter, a copy of which was obtained by ST, the professors said Dr George has been one of the most valuable additions to the school in teaching, research and service.
They wrote: "Those of us who are not yet tenured need to know: what more than Cherian do we have to do?"
In a separate e-mail to faculty members yesterday, Prof Ang explained the letter was not an "appeal of an appeal", but was written in the interest that the tenure process be made less ambiguous.
The school's decision has already had some consequences, he said, in that a university has declined to sign an MOU on student exchange.
NTU last night declined to comment on Dr George's case.
But a spokesman said: "The NTU president looks at all appeals carefully to ensure that the tenure process has been duly followed and if it has, then the outcome will be upheld."


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A collision of French and Caribbean cultures lends the island of Martinique a personality all its own. The French influence is evident in the food and fashion of Martinique’s stylish citizens, while the Caribbean spirit asserts itself in the music that fills the air, and the Carnival that fills the streets of the capital city, Fort du France, each February.
Over all this merriment, however, looms the specter of Mount Pelee, a dormant volcano which erupted in 1902, destroying the city of St. Pierre and its 30,000 inhabitants. Perhaps this awareness of the capricious and unpredictable nature of life inspires the people of Martinique to live each day to the fullest. Martinique is rich in natural beauty. The island is laced with nature trails, from the inland rainforest trail of La Trace, to Les Ombrages on the island’s northern side. Martinique’s vivid past comes alive at numerous historical sites. Musée de la Pagerie is dedicated to Napoleon’s sweetheart, Josephine, who was born here. The Musée Départemental de la Martinique reaches farther back in time, with a collection of prehistoric artifacts from the island’s Arawak and Carib societies. Miles of beaches fringe Martinique’s coastline, most notably at Les Salines.

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Fair Housing Act News
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'Deep concern' over nixing anti-discrimination language from HUD mission statement: Dems
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Housing groups say Facebook ads still allow discrimination in new lawsuit
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Trump's 's---hole countries' remarks
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Muhammed Fouad, a cattle rancher, was just two many years into a undertaking to convey affordable milk to his hometown in Iraq’s Anbar province, when — seemingly right away — the cows started off dying.
“We brought in veterinarians from Erbil, since [the cows] were OK and all of a sudden dying the subsequent day.”
“We introduced in veterinarians from Erbil, for the reason that they were OK and quickly dying the up coming day,” Fouad reported in a cellphone connect with, through a translator.
The initiative left him with $350,000 in damages. Fouad had to lay off his staff and sell his residence to pay out his money owed to the project’s investors. He now is effective in building in the metropolis of Strike.
Similar: ‘Drought has seriously impacted livestock keepers’ in Afghanistan
Unparalleled drought — driven by climate alter and exacerbated by upstream irrigation — is wreaking havoc on some of the world’s oldest river-fed farmlands in Iraq and Syria.
A dry winter season has pushed drinking water stages on the Tigris and Euphrates to file lows, disrupting hydroelectric energy facilities and concentrating pollution in the river to undrinkable ranges. Aid groups estimate that 12 million folks are afflicted, in a disaster they alert could suggestion the balance of the meals program and livelihoods for the entire area.
Relevant: Climate change is driving the worst drought Madagascar has seen in 4 a long time
In Syria, the drought is the worst in 70 decades — a crisis even much more severe than the 2006-2009 drought that occurred in the decades just before the Syrian Civil War, a coalition of assist groups warned in August.
In Iraq, they claimed this summer months was the 2nd-driest time in 40 several years.
Samah Hadid, the head of Middle East advocacy for the Norwegian Refugee Council, briefly moved her office environment in the vicinity of to the coronary heart of the drought, in the Iraqi city of Erbil, where by she spends her times interviewing farmers and family members affected by the absence of h2o.
Relevant: Iran’s ‘system is fundamentally h2o bankrupt,’ says environmental expert
“You know, we hear tales, people today are determined. … They are shelling out so a lot funds on ingesting h2o and now they just approach to leave these spots and desert these regions simply because they just can’t are living on these lands any longer.”
“You know, we hear tales, folks are desperate,” Hadid claimed. “They’re paying out so a great deal money on drinking drinking water and now they just system to leave these parts and desert these places mainly because they just simply cannot are living on these lands anymore.”
People in Iraq regularly shell out up to $80 a thirty day period to buy potable consuming h2o, the NRC found in its industry analysis. Two hydroelectric dams in northern Syria are struggling with closure owing to very low river ranges, and outbreaks of h2o-borne sicknesses are hitting camps for internally displaced individuals.
Similar: Climate change is intensifying foodstuff shocks
H2o as a weapon
The blame has quickly shifted upstream to Turkey, which maintains a sequence of dams on the headwaters of the Tigris and Euphrates rivers prior to they stream back again to Syria and Iraq.
“Turkey alone is currently being strike by the climate crisis, and reduced rainfall. But it actually is important that Turkey releases extra drinking water into those rivers mainly because tens of millions of [people] rely on all those rivers.”
“Turkey itself is staying hit by the weather crisis, and minimal rainfall. But it seriously is required that Turkey releases a lot more h2o into individuals rivers since thousands and thousands of [people] rely on individuals rivers,” Hadid claimed.
In the Sinjar district of Iraq, Qassim Ali Aizdo claimed it is develop into difficult to develop drinking water-powerful vegetables like eggplant, for the reason that there is no humidity to enable the seedlings mature. Even olive trees, a hardy, drought-tolerant crop, are shriveled and dry in the warmth.
“The melon crops, they have been ruined, even the roses, they had insects. And there were being insects on the beans I’ve never witnessed in my existence.”
“The melon crops, they have been ruined, even the roses, they experienced bugs. And there had been insects on the beans I’ve by no means noticed in my lifetime,” he claimed.
Related: This begin-up turns locust swarms in Kenya into animal feed
Turkish officials insist they are abiding by present water-sharing agreements that demand the country to launch from its dams a least of 500 cubic meters of water per next.
The place has developed a lot more than 500 dams in the past two decades which, to the Turkish governing administration, is a mark of prosperity and growth in the arid southeast.
The most significant dam on the Tigris river is the Ilisu Dam, whose reservoir addresses the ancient Turkish town of Hasankeyf. In 2019, when Turkey commenced filling the Ilisu, downstream degrees on the Tigris had been noticeably curbed, contributing to a disaster of water-related health problems in the southern Iraqi city of Basra.
This year, delegations from Iraq’s Ministry of H2o Means frequented Turkey to press officers to launch extra drinking water from upstream dams. Turkish officials returned the go to and shaped a operating group to boost Iraq’s drinking water infrastructure.
But some Kurdish authorities in Syria and Iraq are accusing Turkey of employing drinking water as a weapon within just the much larger context of ongoing regional conflict.
“Turkey is not using h2o as a weapon,” claimed Dursun Yildiz, president of the Ankara-dependent Hydropolitics Affiliation. He said most of Turkey’s huge dams are hydroelectric types that do affect the environment — but do not automatically take in a good deal of water. Drinking water is shed by way of evaporation in dammed reservoirs far more quickly than in non-dammed rivers, even so.
To Yildiz, the more substantial challenge is that there are several very clear agreements between the international locations about how the drinking water is shared, and several endeavours to make h2o techniques much more effective.
Many years back, whilst operating as a director for Turkey’s State Hydraulics Works, he claimed, he observed firsthand how efforts to set up clearer, more cohesive h2o-sharing regulati
ons among Turkey, Iraq and Syria were being unsuccessful in the past. This area has constantly had drinking water shortages, Yildiz said. And factors are possible to get worse with immediate local climate transform.
Relevant: Local climate change is driving intense weather situations all-around the entire world
“I’m not expressing these issues to blame the neighboring countries. What I’m saying correct now, is we have no time to lose.”
“I’m not expressing these things to blame the neighboring international locations. What I’m saying proper now, is we have no time to shed,” Yildiz claimed.
Injury is done
Even elevated water move or a new h2o-sharing agreement might arrive way too late for lots of of Iraq’s farmers.
In Nineveh, Mohammed Ibrahim Hassan mentioned full swaths of his wheat and barley crops have failed. To adapt, he digs deeper wells, tapping into groundwater that probable won’t replenish alone for generations to arrive.
In the earlier, he mentioned, the drinking water concentrations under ground would drop about 3 feet a yr. But now, it will drop 15 or 20 ft. Still, they continue to keep digging — an expense handful of farmers can pay for.
“I wish you could come and see it,” he claimed in a cellular phone get in touch with. “Otherwise, you could possibly consider that I’m exaggerating.”
Editor’s observe: Saif Al-Aani presented translations from Arabic.


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Tide (4333) - Helsinki, FINLAND - NOV 13, 2017 after4ever (8025) - Mukilteo, Washington, USA - MAY 31, 2017
3.9 AROMA 8/10 APPEARANCE 4/5 TASTE 8/10 PALATE 4/5 OVERALL 15/20
22, capped. Damn, this one is a beauty--even in the bottle, all the flavors and aromas really pop. Pours a cloudy bright amber with a dense and creamy off-white head. Bright tangy nose showing orange juice, orange pith, and some soft grassy notes in back. Creamy medium body with lively carb. Lightly toasted caramel, some sweet nutty cereal, and then plenty of oranges and orange pith on the palate. Long tangy finish, almost juicy sweet. Lovely beer.
UPDATED: NOV 13, 2017 Draught at Toronado. Hazy amber color, white head. Bitter taste with citrus, floral hops, resin, peach, mango, grass and a bit of caramel. Bitter finish with citrus, floral hops, peach, mango, pine and grass. Excellent IPA. sonnycheeba (6342) - Federal Hill, Baltimore, Maryland, USA - AUG 27, 2017
Tap at brewery. Pours hazy, bright gold. Aroma and flavor are big citrus, apricots, pale malt, faint wheat, faint oats, and some piney/grapefruit bitterness. Medium body. IndianaRed (5025) - Boise, Idaho, USA - AUG 17, 2017
On Tap at PreFunk Boise Another hazy light yellow pale beige beer from these guys. fine bright white head. Moderately bitter and even with my favorite hops. But not a lot of fresh hop flavor. Clean and crisp but dont love it Reid (2622) - Salem, Oregon, USA - AUG 5, 2017
Pint at B2 tap house in Salem OR
Cloudy yellow body..small white head.
Fruity orange, mango, bit of spruce. Clean
Not as sweet as others of the style.
Nice smooth mouth feel.
Good. Belgiandean (9) - - JUL 6, 2017 does not count
Light IPA taste. Clean and not hoppy or sweet. Really quite forgettable in my opinion, but nice as a summer beer
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deyholla (12205) - Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA - JUN 19, 2017
Sampled from the tap at the Lomaland location. Pours cloudy light gold with a peach hue and a white head that starts and remains at the edges. Aroma has a good amount of sweet citrus with a light bitterness and some sweet grains underlying. Flavor starts with sweet grains and hay and has a good amount of sweet citrus in the finish with a slight bitterness. luttonm (6742) - Seattle, Washington, USA - JUN 4, 2017
Bottle in Seattle. Creamy white head, lovely yellow juice haze. Lime and grapefruit on the nose. Inviting. Nice fruity sip, light hazy sweet body feel, lots of grapefruit. Light pithiness. Lovely fruit flavors top to bottom, light bitterness is welcome. Juicy and pale, but still a full character. Really tasty but not too strong. GT (10017) - San Diego, California, USA - MAY 28, 2017
[ Keg ][ 4oz ][ Modern Times Lomaland ][ MT Anniversary Festival ][ Taster ][ 7.9.16 ]v8powered (157) - Las Vegas, Nevada, USA - MAY 10, 2017
>> Accumulated Knowledge is fully hazy golden in color with medium, rocky foam and okay retention. Big lemon sorbet nose starts things off right. Palate on this is super soft - quenching really. Flavors pop with juicy mango and bright orange peel. Got to try this when it was super fresh on tap. Later bottles samples were not as impressive.
Jag har så många öl att betygsätta avyer en stor åldrig öldrinkning med min goda vän Jesse, att jag inte har tid att betygsätta alla dessa och i många fall hade för öl att minnas storheten i dessa öl. Till ära för mitt svenska arv, jag skickar detta på svenska för alla recensioner från den dagen. Tack Gud för god öl !!
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Comparison Mazda CX-30 2022 vs Chevrolet Trailblazer 2022
The 2022 Mazda CX-30 and 2022 Chevrolet Trailblazer are sporty, fun-to-drive little SUVs that are as stylish as they are affordable. Here is how they compare.
2022 Mazda CX-30
Mazda CX-30 2022 starting price: $ 23,500 (est.) | Price yours Where View listings near you
Above average: High-end style; high-end interior; more power in the classroom; all-wheel drive as standard; sporty and enthusiastic handling; comprehensive driving aids; 2.5 Turbo model available.
Below average: Learning curve of the infotainment system; comfortable rear seats; the stingy feature list requires the purchase of a higher trim level.
Consensus: The CX-30 bridges the gap between a sports car and an SUV. Its standard safety features and elevated seating position provide the best of both worlds. A long list of options includes an optional 2.5-liter turbo inline-4 engine with cylinder deactivation on the high-end trim level.
Chevrolet Pioneer 2022
Chevrolet Trailblazer 2022 starting price: $ 21,600 | Price yours Where View listings near you
Above average: Stylish look; affordable prices; spacious interior; good infotainment and security technology standard.
Below average: Average performance of the two engines; has a case of nervousness on bumpy roads; Cruise control is available at an additional cost.
Consensus: The Trailblazer borrows the name of a Chevrolet SUV from that past that was actually much bigger. This one has a low starting price, good standard features, and decent fuel economy.
CX-30 vs Trailblazer: city and country
The Mazda CX-30 is a subcompact SUV that pushes the boundaries of what we would expect from such a vehicle. Smaller than the compact CX-5 but larger than the discontinued CX-3 subcompact, it offers style, engaging character and a wide range of standard technology and safety features.
The interior has a near-luxury vibe and feels larger and airier than the CX-30’s size suggests. Still, some second row passengers may feel a little cramped. With its enthusiastic handling and handling characteristics, it could be the best-performing subcompact SUV in the segment today.
New for 2022: All CX models will now receive all-wheel drive as standard. Standard power for the CX-30 comes from a 2.5-liter SKYACTIV-G inline-4, producing 186 horsepower and 186 lb-ft of torque. Those with a taste for more horsepower can choose the 2.5-liter turbo inline-4 to get 227 horsepower and 310 lb-ft of torque with 87 octanes or 250 hp and 320 lb-ft of torque on gasoline. 93 octanes.
Pricing is not yet available for the 2022 CX-30, but we expect everything to increase slightly. This includes the turbocharged 2.5-liter inline-4, leather seats, premium Bose audio system, head-up display, navigation, and more.
Chevrolet Pioneer 2022
The Chevrolet Trailblazer is a 4-door SUV with hatchback that can accommodate five passengers. We think it offers substantial space for a subcompact. There’s plenty of legroom in the back and if you fold them forward you can carry up to 54.4 cubic feet of cargo.
Unlike the sporty-looking CX-30 hatchback, the Trailblazer is more of a vertical SUV with a fake skid plate, contrast roof, and prominent body cladding. Despite these off-road styling cues, the Trailblazer is offered front-wheel drive with all-wheel drive, an option costing $ 1,500 to $ 2,000 depending on trim level.
If you were expecting a powerful 4-cylinder or a solid V6, you might be better off looking to one of the Trailblazer’s competitors. That’s because, under the hood, buyers will find a turbocharged 1.2-liter inline-3 engine that produces 137 horsepower and 162 lb-ft of torque at the front wheels. A 1.3-liter turbo-inline-3 delivers a more impressive 155 horsepower and 174 lb-ft of torque.
While front-wheel drive models include a continuously variable transmission (CVT), buyers may find the AWD model more satisfying to drive with its 8-speed automatic transmission.
Neat exterior dimensions; choice of engines; NHTSA 5 Star Safety Ratings.
Advantages of the Mazda CX-30:
More power; 4-cylinder engines; all-wheel drive as standard; elegant style.
Advantages Chevrolet Trailblazer:
Fuel economy; cargo space.
Which one is right for me?
The 2022 Mazda CX-30 offers an alternative to the segment’s standard boxy look. It has a premium look inside and out and offers great power and crisp handling
The 2022 Chevrolet Trailblazer sports a more traditional SUV styling. Trailblazer starts off at a lower price, but the addition of all-wheel drive eliminates that advantage.
Ready to buy a 2022 Mazda CX-30 or a 2022 Chevrolet Trailblazer? Buy now for one on sale near you.
|2022 Mazda CX-30||Chevrolet Pioneer 2022|
|Motor||2.5 liters I4||1.2 liter I3|
|Power||186 hp @ 6,000 rpm||137 hp @ 5,000 rpm|
|Couple||186 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm||162 lb-ft @ 2,500 rpm|
|Fuel economy||28 mpg (25 city / 33 highway)||30 mpg (29ville / 31 hwy)|
|Also available||2.5 liter turbo I4||2.0-liter turbo I4; AWD|
|guarantee||3 years / 36,000 miles||3 years / 36,000 miles|
|Powertrain warranty||5 years / 60,000 miles||5 years / 50,000 miles|
|NHTSA Safety Rating||5 stars||5 stars|
|Maximum seating capacity||5||5|
|Wheelbase||104.4 inch||103.9 inch|
|Total length||173.0 inch||173.5 inch|
|Width||70.7 inch||71.2 inch|
|Height||61.7 inch||65.2 inch|
|Turning diameter||34.8 feet||36.8 feet|
|Headroom, forward||38.1 inch||40.0 inch|
|Headroom, aft||38.3 inch||38.4 inch|
|Legroom, front||41.7 inch||40.9 inch|
|Legroom, rear||36.3 inch||39.4 inch|
|Shoulder room, front||55.6 inch||55.4 inch|
|Shoulder room, rear||53.6 inch||53.8 inch|
|EPA passenger volume||94.1 cubic feet||98.2 cubic feet|
|Cargo volume||20.2 / 45.2 cubic feet||25.3 / 54.4 cubic feet|


Over the years since we opened in 2009, we have had almost 70 exhibitions. Some of these are available online. We hope you will enjoy browsing these pages. If you live far from Settle, perhaps it will whet your appetite to pay us a visit. And in the summer of 2019 we staged a special tenth anniversary exhibition at the Folly Museum in Settle. It ran from July 6 to September 6 and told the story of how we established the gallery. It listed all the exhibitions; included many of the posters we used to promote them and included tributes from many of our previous exhibitors, including Brian May who has shown some of his fascinating collection of Victorian photographs on two separate occasions. The boards from the exhibition are in the NOW WE ARE TEN section of this page.
24 May – 6 July 2019
No it’s not a mirage. This exhibition brought the Sahara Desert to Settle.
Artist and children’s illustrator Diane Simcoe explained how she came to take this remarkable collection of photographs in January 2009.
“A casual conversation by a dirty river in east London led to a big adventure riding shotgun in a vintage 4 wheel drive from Here to Timbuktu.
“Morocco, Western Sahara, Mauritania, Mali national borders fade while the rich colours of the Saharan people grow brighter every mile.
“Bedouin, Sahrawis, Fulani, Dogon, Songhay, Bambara, Tuareg, Kel Tamasheq, the photographs tried to capture something of the generosity, humour, rich cultural textures and joyful sense of community of the Saharan people.”
After leaving a ukulele and a piece of her heart in the desert she hopes to return one day.
Diane now lives in Settle and joined the Gallery on Green team in 2018.
18 March – 19 May 2019
The artist Carine Brosse transformed the phone box into an enchanting world of strange flying creatures.
Made out of collage and mixed media, the inhabitants of this magical space were a display of colour and cheerful exuberance.
Carine is a multi-disciplinary artist, whose previous work has included large scale outdoor installations for the Grassington Festival. But on this occasion she used collage and mixed media within the confines of the gallery’s limited space.
Born in France, Carine moved to the UK at the age of 20, eventually settling in Grassington. She took a degree in fine art at Leeds Metropolitan University and now runs the Wishbone Gallery in Grassington with ceramicist David Ashby. The two each have a workshop on the site.
Over the past 13 years Carine’s work has been included in thirty different exhibitions, mainly across Yorkshire but including the Leeds Revised show in Dortmund Germany.
Carine at work
12 January – 17 March 2019
Our gallery has occupied a space beside the Green in Settle since 2009. It was a telephone box for many decades before that. But long before telephone boxes became a feature of the urban, and indeed the rural landscape, in fact just twenty years after the invention of the telephone, a sycamore tree was planted in the middle of the Green to mark Queen Victoria’s diamond jubilee.
The tree is now mature and dominates the Green. It has long fascinated Elaine Sargeson who has lived in Upper Settle for the past 18 years. She has photographed the tree from different angles and in different seasons. Her work formed this exhibition.
Elaine writes: “The Jubilee Tree has interested me since I became aware of its magestic beauty the first summer I moved to the green.
“I noticed walkers often stopped and after reading the plaque informing them that the tree was planted in 1897 to commemorate Queen Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee, they would sit beneath it to enjoy the view of Attermire.
“Back then the tree hosted up to fifteen jackdaw/ crow nests each spring. This year, for the first time since I moved here,there were none. Gradually the number of nests has dropped, last year there were just two. This spring’s harsh gales and snow possibly stopped the corvids nesting.
“The Jubliee Tree is a Sycamore. It is late, by most standards, to come into leaf. It appears to lose its leaves overnight in autumn when a sudden wind robs it of its still, green leaves. In winter the tree has a quality of its own, even when the tracery of branches are bare it draws the eye upwards.
“I began to take photos of the tree in January and decided to take at least one a month for a year. Some of the photos are taken from the green and one or two from my bedroom window. One is taken from a friend’s window. I have tried to capture the tree from all angles,in sunshine and in rain, with blue skies and with grey. Sometimes beautiful sunsets have provided the backdrop.
Without the Jubilee Tree the Green would be a different place, everyone loved it.
Let’s hope The Jubliee Tree is still fascinating and pleasing people in another hundred years.”
10 November 2018 – 11 January 2019
Many walkers know Ingleborough as the last and most challenging of the Yorkshire Three Peaks.
But there is much more to this hill than the average walker sees.
The collection of photographs that made up this exhibition illustrate how people live, enjoy and work on and around the peak.
The photographs, taken by resident Hilary Fenten, were a snapshot in time of the area’s social history, showing how people – locals and visitors – connect to the land and its communities.
The collection included a wide representation of jobs, trades, characters and events throughout the Ingleborough area and through the changing seasons.
A number of historical images, from the Back in Settle and Capturing the Past collections, were displayed alongside the portraits, to show how some things clearly change while others seem to remain constant.
This exhibition was funded through the Ingleborough Dales Landscape Partnership, led by Yorkshire Dales Millennium Trust, and supported by the Heritage Lottery Fund.
The exhibition at the Gallery completed a series of showings across North Craven that began at the Folly in Settle in September 2018 and included displays at both Ribblehead and Horton in Ribblesdale railway stations. The display at the Gallery was specially designed to ensure that the story of the area’s big hill fits into our own small gallery.
8 September 2018 – 9 November 2018
Canadian mixed media artist Carol Howard Donati works with fabric, paint, print, and recycled household materials.
An anthropologist by training, the focus of her art is everyday life and how it provides the framework for our human experience.
This mixed media collage installation aimed to connect the artist to our local community from a continent away. The show was a 16-card display celebrating the people of Canada.
Each of the 16, 4 X 6 cards was comprised of two hand-made surfaces stitched together, back to back: One side collaged and the other printed.
The collage side featured an abstract pattern of painted and found papers, commercial packaging, and appliquéd plastics. The print side featured telephone area codes from coast to coast across Canada hand-stamped in red and black ink.
The viewer was invited to interact and contribute to the ever-changing nature of this diversity by moving the cards to create new arrangements in the display.
Carol said: “The world is an increasingly small place: We are drawn together, not just by technology and travel, but also by our common human interests, daily activities, and overlapping histories and cultures.”
“I am inspired by connections of heritage, culture and commonwealth and the opportunity to provide a personal presence in your community”.
“A phone box makes an ideal gallery because it is familiar as an active space. I think it is wonderful. People step in ready to engage in a conversation with what they see. As I see it, this phone box is still taking calls!”
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This image was taken at sunrise as the first rays of day reflect the cliff face of the gorge, loved the reflections in the sand.
The Loch Ard Gorge is part of Port Campbell National Park, Victoria, Australia, about 10 minutes drive west of The Twelve Apostles. It is a visible example of the process of erosion in action.
The gorge is named after the clipper ship Loch Ard, which ran aground on nearby Muttonbird Island on 1 June 1878 approaching the end of a three-month journey from England to Melbourne.
All but two of the fifty-one passengers and crew perished – Tom Pearce, a ship’s apprentice and Eva Carmichael, an Irishwoman immigrating with her family, both of whom were 18 years of age. According to memorials at the site, Pearce was washed ashore, and rescued Carmichael from the water after hearing her cries for help. Pearce then proceeded to climb out of the gorge to raise the alarm to local pastoralists who immediately set into plan a rescue attempt.
The gorge is accessed via the Great Ocean Road, only a few kilometres past The Twelve Apostles. Stairs allow visitors access to the beach which is otherwise undeveloped. There are numerous plaques that tell the story as well and a small museum and rest area and a cemetery housing many of the people that were killed.
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The Capital Fringe Festival Announces 2012 Award Winners
Maurice Martin's R.U.X., the story of Louis Rockwell Jr.'s sexy new business plan for his father's stodgy old robot company, directed by Sun King Davis, is the winner of the comedy award. The award for drama was given to We Tiresias, Stephen Spotswood's play about the future of mankind, directed by Matt Ripa.
The Brian Sutow directed production of Superhero Celebrity Rehab by William Segal and Brendan Snow, in which a little cocaine problem lands L.A.'s most celebrated superhero in rehab, is the winner of the musical theater award. The physical theater award goes to Kathleen Howard's Flight of Fancy (A Steampunk Ballet), indie-rock ballet inspired by the Steampunk movement.
Finally, the winner of the award for best overall production was given to Where in the World is Camilla San Francisco, a musical comedy by Jeff Vonch, Patrick English and Adrian Verkouteren and directed by Patrick Magill and Zack Ford, which tracks the global pursuit of an agent gone rogue.
In addition to the above awards which are based on the votes of the shows' attendees, the Capital Fringe Festival's executive director Julianne Brienza selects the winner of the Director's Award, which is given to a group or an individual artist that took a risk, tried new things, was honest and had a good artistic product. This year's Directors Award went to two productions: Imagination Meltdown Adventure -- Frank Cervarich, Alex Leidy, and Aaron Bliden's puppet-spectacle about a young man who is tricked into unleashing the apocalypse, directed by Lex Davis -- and A Day in the Life of Miss Hiccup, Yanomi's absurd musical adventure about Miss Hiccup, who is forever accompanied by a raucous cast of sounds.

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She has been awarded the freedom of the city of Newcastle. The Nobel Prize winner is not allowed to leave her country so the honour was accepted on her behalf by Wai Hnin, whose father is a political prisoner and who represents the Burma Campaign UK.
Her name will now be engraved on the walls of the city's Civic Centre, where an official ceremony took place on Friday night.
This follows Aung San Suu Kyi being honoured at this year's Brighton festival with a series of arts commissions inspired by and intended to reflect her "extraordinary spirit".
Burma's opposition leader was named as this year's guest director, following Brian Eno last year and Anish Kapoor in 2009.
Aung San Suu Kyi sent the festival this statement: "It is especially pleasing for me to see, albeit remotely, Brighton festival taking shape this year, and to think that so many people will come together in May to celebrate great art and experience the inner peace it brings.
"It is wonderful too to know that there is such support for the effort to bring democracy and freedom to Burma, for which the Burmese people have been diligently working for so long. I wish everyone involved in Brighton festival this year – the artists and the audience – the happiest of times. Please continue to use your liberty to promote ours."


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Technology indexes on Tuesday showed just how difficult a year it was for silicon-based industries in 2002. The Philadelphia Semiconductor Index SOX, +3.31% gave up 0.2 percent to end the year at 289.25, a 45-percent drop since Dec. 31, when it finished at 522.16. The Amex Networking Index NWX, +2.49% rose 0.3 percent to finish 2002 at 130.70. Despite the day's gain, the index still lost 59 percent during the year.
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STERLING SILVER AND GARNET EARRINGS
A beautiful pair of Garnet and Sterling Silver Earrings. Hand made on Vancouver Island by silversmith Judith Hirczy.
Diameter ~ 1 inch.
Garnet is believed to have derived from the Latin granatum, meaning pomegranate and referring to its deep red coloured seeds. Garnet has been used in jewellery since ancient times and was thought to have great curative powers, protecting the wearer from harm. It is believed that Garnet energies the emotions, promoting confidence and strength of character.
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Construction work starts on new Science Centre at University of Wolverhampton
Construction work has started on a new £10.1 million science and technology centre for the University of Wolverhampton, a recent news report in the local media has been able to find.
The Science, Technology and Prototyping Centre will be located on land at the university’s Science Park on Glaisher Drive and will include 4,000 sq m of office space, labs and workshops, a cafe and space for parking.
The scheme, which is set for completion in the spring of 2017, is being funded by the Growth Deal through a £4.8m grant to the Black Country Local Enterprise Partnership, with the remaining £5.3m coming from the University.
Deputy Vice-Chancellor Professor Ian Oakes, said: “This exciting new development will be the only facility of its type in the Black Country and will build on the University’s investment in science and engineering in the last two years.
“We already have around 80 businesses based at the Science Park and this new centre will attract another 30 science and technology-based companies right to heart of Wolverhampton.”
Access Control UK employs a variety of access control technologies in order to create advanced solutions, enable users to exert solid, reliable and accurate control over the access to specific premises or zones.
The access control systems supplied by Access Control UK also support an effective Fire Roll Call feature, which will enable employers to evacuate the personnel off the premises in a very orderly and clear manner, should a fire, explosion or some other type of catastrophe occur.
If you’d like to find out more about the range of solutions supplied by Access Control UK, both in terms of hardware (smart card readers, biometric readers, turnstiles, etc.) and software (access rights management software solutions, etc.), just hit the contact button at the top of the screen, we’ll be more than happy to answer any queries you might have.


“Authenticity wins: climbing business in a sustainable way” – the discussion targeted the importance of communication and transparency for today’s industry, promoting responsibility and innovation.
A selection of 26 fashion industry top players to discuss how digitalisation is impacting companies’ value, one of the most important parametre to be considered when talking about business. This was the fifth edition of the CEO Roundtable, promoted by Fashion and eBusiness, which took place on November 7th at Palazzo Parigi, Milan.
The denim ingredient brand ISKO, always first in line when it comes to supporting the industry in the development of best practices, was among the event’s main partners. The company shared its long-standing and well-established commitment to Responsible Innovation™, taking part in a panel tackling new models to blend together authenticity and innovation and thus responsibly succeed in business.
Fashion Magazine CEO&Editor-in-chief Marc Sondermann hosted the discussion, which started at 9.20 a.m. and involved Elena Faleschini, ISKO Global Field Marketing Manager, along with Nicolas Bargi, Save the Duck Founder&CEO, Francesca Toninato, 7 For All Mankind CEO and Stefano Modellini, Diana E-commerce Corporation Founder&CEO.
Focusing on the strict relation between responsibility and success in terms of business strategies, they targeted the importance of remaining authentic in the digital era, while fostering best practices in the communication field and promoting responsibility and innovation.
Pioneering Responsible Innovation™ in the denim industry, ISKO has committed to the development of sustainable solutions since the very beginning. Over the years, this effort has grown accordingly to the faster pace required by the increasing demand of a more sustainable industry. The ever-changing scenario of today’s market and its challenges are now demanding proof of the authenticity of information, so as to eradicate “greenwashing” and allow both customers and consumer to make responsible choices.
“It is clear that a big change is going on in the fashion industry. Consumers, especially Generation Y and Z, are prepared to walk away from companies that do not demonstrate being good corporate citizens”, explained Elena Faleschini, ISKO Global Field Marketing Manager. “Everyone, not just industry players, are starting to pay attention to the environmental and social impact of their choices and this might prove difficult as we are constantly submerged by information. This is why it is very important to ensure that what we claim is backed by a third party. Everything we do at ISKO has been verified – it is our responsibility, as leader in this industry, to be a force for good.”
Responsible Innovation™ in in the more and more digitalized business
The mill never ceases to approach the entire production chain and its impacts on both people and the planet. Communicating these efforts in a transparent and fully understandable way through
verified facts and numbers has never been so important, not only on a B2B level but also in terms of who ultimately wears the products: consumers.
Being the first mill in the world awarded both the EU Ecolabel and Nordic Swan Ecolabel, the company puts a lot of efforts in meeting the most stringent criteria of a wide range of prestigious certifications.
ISKO’s portfolio includes 25,000+ responsibly produced textile concepts, ranging from traditional denim to cutting-edge patented technologies. Life-Cycle Assessments (LCAs) have been obtained for each one of them, ensured by independently verified Environmental Product Declarations (EPD®s). These assess the lifecycle of products and provide the water usage and carbon footprint of 1 square meter of fabric to allow our customers make responsible sourcing choices. To increase traceability and transparency, these data are included in an additional QR Code which is implemented on the hangtag of the entire ISKO collection.
The latest advancement of the mill’s reusing and recycling strategy results in the R-TWO™ platform, including fabrics made with a mix or blend of reused cotton, obtained from production loss with Content Claim Standard Certification (CCS) of Textile Exchange, and recycled polyester certified by the Recycled Claim Standard (RCS) or Global Recycle Standard (GRS), depending on the percentage used. The platform delivers a futuristic and innovative responsible approach, as it allows to decrease the usage of raw materials while improving sourcing efficiency through the recovery of production losses.
ISKO is also part of Textile Exchange since March 2019. This global non-profit organization focuses on minimizing the impacts of the textile industry on the world’s water, soil, air and people, allowing the mill to shape and design more responsible business models and more efficient practices.
ISKO™, the leading ingredient brand on a global level, is the first denim producer in the world to be recognized with the Nordic Swan and EU Ecolabel certifications. The company has a production capacity of 300 million meters of fabric per year with 2,000 high-tech automated looms. ISKO has a global presence with offices in 35 countries, and is part of SANKO TEKSTIL, the textiles division of the SANKO Group. The SANKO Group is one of the largest conglomerates in the world, active in a wide range of sectors from construction and energy, to packaging, financial services, health care and education. It is also a major investor in renewable energy, including hydroelectric and wind power plants.
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Choosing a sprinkler: The ABCs of DRCs
Ideally, irrigation systems apply water like rain--uniformly. But a typical sprinkler's basic throw pattern shows that it applies more water close to the head and less water near the outer edge of its radius. This is why we space sprinklers so carefully--to make up for these differences.
Knowledge of a system's application patterns can help you make sound decisions that improve your system's application efficiency and thereby save water. We call this pattern or curve the single-leg distribution rate curve (DRC).
The term single leg refers to the pattern of a single ray originating from the center of a circle drawn around the sprinkler. On rotor sprinklers, all legs or rays exhibit the same DRC when operated in non-windy conditions.
The single-leg DRC isn't as valid for pop-up sprays because of variability between rays. Research suggests that you truly need a three-dimensional depiction of a pop-up spray to be able to compare pop-up sprinkler performance.
Figure 1 (opposite page) depicts the effect of overlapping and complementing sprinklers. Designers often space sprinklers at the effective radius recommended by the manufacturer. The figure shows each sprinkler's DRC as a smooth curve. The figure also shows that the actual depth of applied irrigation water varies due to the combined effect of multiple sprinklers. You can see how the desired minimum application is a flat horizontal line indicating the minimum amount of water you must apply to keep the turf healthy and aesthetically appealing.
To put Figure 1 into perspective, understand that the low spots of the actual application must be at or above the desired minimum application. This is because we assume that any turf receiving less irrigation than that minimum likely will show stress. Of course, this figure is idealized and probably too simplistic in some ways. After all, the shape of a real-world DRC is never so smooth, and the actual depth of application varies much more dramatically.
With that in mind, imagine--in general--what happens if you stretch the sprinkler spacing. Why would anyone stretch sprinkler spacings and exceed the manufacturer's recommended maximum? So one sprinkler contractor can underbid competitors by using fewer sprinklers. Fewer sprinklers translates to fewer laterals, less piping, less wiring, fewer controller stations, etc.
When a low-ball sprinkler contractor stretches the sprinkler spacings, the DRC remains the same, but the sprinklers no longer can throw to their complementing sprinklers. Imagine if you sketch this new scenario out into an illustration similar to that in Figure 1. You'll find that a dip forms in the middle area between the sprinklers. The dip represents less applied water and, consequently, inadequately irrigated turf.
In this situation, to achieve the minimum depth of application between sprinklers--where even less water now is applied--you will begin wasting large amounts of water near the sprinklers. An astute buyer recognizes the inherent problem in a bid showing stretched spacings. He or she then contracts with a different installer who presents a sound and water-efficient design. Unfortunately, however, some buyers take the low-cost system, regardless. They are ultimately saddled with poor uniformity and higher annual water bills.
Differences in DRCs Laboratory researchers determine sprinkler DRCs, so wind doesn't distort the sprinkler patterns. For these tests, researchers operate a sprinkler with a given nozzle at a known pressure. They space catch cans evenly away from the sprinkler and then measure the depth of water in each receptacle, recording it after completing the test.
To thoroughly understand what spacing between sprinklers is best, you must use the actual DRC for the sprinkler and nozzle in question, operating at a specified pressure. Figure 2 (above right) shows several representative DRCs.
DRC "A" is ideal--and non-existent in real life. Its shape is that of a wedge. Imagine another sprinkler, with a similar wedge-shaped DRC, located at the tip of the wedge. The two wedges would complement each other perfectly, and the resulting application from both sprinklers would be perfectly flat, resulting in perfectly irrigated turf. As you well know, no one can achieve this ideal DRC.
Thus, consider DRC "B," an actual DRC for an actual sprinkler/pressure/nozzle combination. If you were considering an irrigation system, would you choose this sprinkler if you knew its DRC looked like this? Of course not. The irregularities in this system's DRC would make it virtually impossible to achieve a uniform, efficient irrigation application.
Now consider DRC "C." This is also a real DRC for a real sprinkler/pressure/nozzle combination. You can see that the shape of this DRC is much more uniform and more predictable than that of DRC "B." You could easily design an efficient irrigation system using this sprinkler, pressure and nozzle.
Conceivably, DRC "B" and DRC "C" could result from the same sprinkler and nozzle operated at different pressures. Therefore, it's important not to discount a sprinkler or nozzle solely because it has an unacceptable DRC for one operating circumstance. Instead, pick a sprinkler then evaluate which nozzle and pressure combinations provide an acceptable DRC.
You can obtain DRCs from manufacturers as well as from independent facilities. For example, the Center for Irrigation Technology (CIT) in Fresno, Calif., operates an independent testing lab to determine and publish DRC data. The data from all of CIT's tests are available through its publications or its database, which is integrated with analysis software.
In the past, some irrigation manufacturers were reluctant to offer DRC data. However, irrigation designers and scrutinizing end-users have begun demanding it. The design community has learned to properly evaluate a DRC and use it for both the designer's and the manufacturer's advantage. Manufacturers' catalogs may one day publish DRC data, along with other performance data. As a result, manufacturers inevitably will place increased emphasis on developing nozzles that offer better DRCs, improved performance and better sprinkler uniformity.
Along those lines, some manufacturers are using new technologies to improve nozzle-development programs while decreasing research and development costs. For example, stereo lithography is a technique that allows manufacturers to quickly and inexpensively fabricate an irregular shape, such as a sprinkler nozzle, from epoxy. They then can use these plastic-like, three-dimensionally-correct prototype nozzles for testing. Stereo lithography dramatically decreases nozzle development and testing time. More importantly, the technology makes it easier for design engineers to conceptualize and develop prototypes of nozzles with unique shapes and characteristics. Another process, called selective laser-centering, results in a similar, but flexible, end product also suitable for tests.
Using comparative metrics You can evaluate sprinkler uniformity from a theoretical basis by using the sprinkler DRC and an assumed sprinkler spacing and pattern. Irrigation designers use three uniformity parameters or metrics to do so. Christiansen's Coefficient of Uniformity (CCU) is the oldest parameter, having been developed for agricultural sprinkler systems in the 1940s. Another is the distribution uniformity (DU) parameter. It is influenced by under-irrigated areas in the turf and is more widely used than CCU. In recent years, many have recognized still another--the scheduling coefficient (SC)--as the preferred parameter for turf irrigation because it is sensitive to under-watered areas. CCU compares the average difference in a measured depth from a catch can to the mean depth. DU corrects for some of the turf-related shortcoming and deficiencies of CCU by evaluating the average precipitation rate of the driest 25 percent of the catch cans divided by the mean precipitation rate. Although DU is a considerable improvement over CCU, it may still cause you to lose perspective of unwatered areas.
Thus, as mentioned, many have accepted SC as the metric for turf-sprinkler evaluation. CIT developed SC with manufacturer input. Put simply, it is the average precipitation rate divided by the least precipitation rate extracted from the catch cans.
A perfect--and non-existent--SC is 1.0. Good sprinkler nozzles will have an SC of 1.15 to 1.5. SC is named from the fact it can be used as a run-time multiplier. For example, assume the SC is equal to 1.2. If a runtime of 30 minutes is adequate based strictly on the turf water requirement and the sprinkler precipitation rate, then the actual run time would be 30 minutes multiplied by 1.2 or 36 minutes. This is the operating time necessary to provide adequate (minimum) water to the relatively dry areas in the landscape to ensure optimal turf appearance.
Obviously, simply purchasing a sprinkler without understanding aspects such as DRCs can be risky. Look at a variety of factors, consider DRCs, and then you can be assured you've purchased the most appropriate sprinkler for your site.
Stephen W. Smith is president of Aqua Engineering Inc. (Fort Collins, Colo.) He recently published Landscape Irrigation: Design and Management.
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When searching for outstanding Skilled Nursing Care New Hope, look no further than Harborview Rehab & Care Center Doylestown because we have the know-how and skills you’re looking for!
We take seriously the responsibility we have to ensure that your loved one is treated kindly and gently and is provided with the very best in medical care from a staff whose mission it is to bring excellent care, comfort, and peace of mind to our residents who are especially vulnerable, due to pressing health conditions and needs.
Harborview Doylestown Skilled Nursing Care New Hope, Pennsylvania
At Harborview Doylestown, we work with a passion to see those in our care not just exist and get by, but thrive, enjoying their days, experiencing feelings of high self-esteem through positive interaction and care that truly conveys that they’re respected, validated, and appreciated!
To that end, we require those we hire to have thorough background checks done, including drug screening, and that they have a heart for the elderly community in general! In addition, we make sure that these associates regularly receive training and attend seminars that teach the latest in procedures and techniques so that we can deliver the very best care to all those who put their trust in us!
Those on our medical staff consist of physical, occupational, and speech therapists, licensed nurses, certified nursing assistants, dieticians, and medical directors.
Some of the specific skilled nursing care services available at our location are bed side dialysis, tracheotomy, respiratory rehabilitation, IV antibiotic therapy, restorative nursing, joint replacement therapy, prosthetic training, cardiac hospice care, and bladder/bowel retraining, among others! Whatever needs your family member may have, we’ll be there to attentively assist and support them in such a way that they feel safe and heard!
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The accommodations we have at our facility are spacious, airy, clean, and bright. Each room also has its own large, easily accessible bathroom. The atmosphere is one that is complementary to rest and relaxation.
Our residents enjoy spending time in this space reading, watching TV, working on a favorite craft or puzzle, or just listening to music. Furthermore, we have a monthly recreational calendar that lists many fun and interesting activities to participate in throughout the week such as Bingo and other games, arts and crafts, concerts, sing-alongs, movie nights, and bible studies, just to name a few!
Besides the fun the event itself offers, there’s also the opportunity to meet new people, including other residents, and friendships can form from there! Together they can look forward to having meals together, talking about a variety of subjects, including common interests and days gone by, and making plans to meet up at future events!
Harborview Doylestown has it all: Outstanding Skilled Nursing Care New Hope, attentive and knowledgeable associates, lovely accommodations, and fun and interesting activities to take part in!
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We’re a fantastic choice for your loved one’s next life chapter! If you’d like to find out more, please don’t hesitate to call us at (215) 345-1452! Our cheerful and well-informed representatives will be happy to answer any questions you may have, as well as address any concerns!
If you’d like, this would also be the perfect time to set up an appointment to come by and take a tour! We look forward to hearing from you soon! Our welcoming and well-informed representatives will help guide you through the process and answer any questions on our provided services that you may have.
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A4TD provides training and employment services to workers age 55+ throughout New England and New York. Their site already had robust functionality and online application forms, so we helped them enhance their visual appeal and smooth user experience.
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A4TD is active throughout much of New England and New York. They had introduced several new programs since the last time we had first designed their site five or six years ago. They needed a redesign that preserved the robust functionality of their job board and online application forms but enhanced the visual appeal and smoothed UX.
Beyond refining the look and feel of A4TD’s brand styles, we focused our effort on making their online job board, training portal, and application intuitive. In particular, they were having issues with unqualified candidates slipping through their application funnel.
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We were able to remedy this problem by breaking their application forms up into two gated steps, with only pre-checked qualifying candidates proceeding to the actual program application fields. We then mapped all fields to A4TDs existing database order so their workflow could continue uninterrupted.
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Victor and staff were superb! The “Tomahawk” steak and mashed potatoes were amazing. The oysters and clams were fresh and delicious. Drinks were excellent! The ambiance lent itself to make this an unforgettable birthday surprise for my better half! Kudos. I’d come back many times. Benjamin Prime is the best!
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Such a New York City classic!
Please do yourself a favor and try Benjamin Steak (or Prime) at least once in your life. Everything is fantastic- the food ( Porterhouse for 3, crab cocktail, Cesar salad, truffle mashed potatoes, Brussel sprouts), the amazing service, cocktails, and superb wine list.
This was our Valentines dinner and although busy we were seattwf very quickly and the evening was absolutely amazing from the atmosphere to the food our waiter was great very accommodating we will definitely be back
Everything was amazing our waiter was awesome & the food was super good! Will definitely be going back
Service was the big issue. I believe all problems could be exclusively attributed to our server johny g. Management was polite and helpful when he arrived. The time limit was 1 hour and 30 minutes which is fine if you get served within the time limit. However, we did not see food for a long time. At the 1 hour 15 minute mark, we asked for the manager and stated that it would be impossible to leave in the time allotted. I assume the server never put in the order as he was galactically ill prepared, so that would not surprise me. We were served at approximately 15 shy of the 2 hour mark. Food was delicious. Ambiance was fine. Server’s lack of ability in such a fine establishment put a slight damper on the Valentine’s Day dinner. The ultimate cost for the meal; oyster app, filet, potato, king crab, bottle of wine ($$$), and assorted cocktails was slightly higher but not beyond expected. However, given that the service person was absolutely abominable; i am disappointed with the price as well as a result. Sadly, i am unsure if gratuity was built in and regret giving a full 20% which may have been on top of that.
Endstate: food great, management great, ambiance good, service worst. Will not recommend, will not revisit.
Valentine’s Day dinner was definitely worth the price !
Second time we have been to Benjamin Prime (we also ate once at the original Benjamin's)
Great food, great service. Since the capacity was only 25%, it was also a good deal quieter than usual, which was fine.
Whe ate outdoors even though it was quite cold. Food and service was excellent as it has always been in the past.
Nothing special, but good for couple.
Excellent food and service!
Dinner was delicious we ordered a Porterhouse Steak for 2 cooked to perfection and the Mash Potato w Truffle Oil just melts in your mouth we definitely will be coming back.
I came for my birthday, a very nice place if you’re looking for something upscale and affordable. Great for date night and special occasions, the servers really make sure your enjoying your food.
Management was extremely rude and condescending. Rushed us out and was totally disrespectful. Ruined our whole experience. Service was slow but it was a holiday. We will not be going back
Great Great Customer Service. I wish I could give 10 stars. The food was very delicious and the atmosphere was outstanding. The staff was very friendly and I had the best time of my life. Will definitely go again.
The music was loud. We couldn't hear the waiter. We had to request that they turn down the volume. The service was ok, our waiter wasn't very attentive.
I wasn't too thrilled wit the lighting.
Went for Valentine’s Day 2021. Outstanding food, service, and atmosphere. Felt great to be inside again! Thanks BSP for the great night.
Annual Valentines Dinner with Mom
Exceptional steak and fabulous service. The staff did a wonderful job ensuring we we enjoyed our evening.
Excellent food and outstanding customer service. I like how I’m treated at Benjamin’s and I feel good spending my money at their establishment. I’ll continue to come here and preach to everyone how good their food is.
Love this place
Average at best. Steaks were not cooked to proper temperature. Just not worth the money.
Wonderful steakhouse and beautifully designed interior! Absolutely highly recommended!
Great food and ambiance!
Amazing meal! Porterhouse was perfect & brussel sprouts were devine!
We had quite nice time because of warm service there
The food and service were excellent - we had porterhouse for 4 which was amazing!
Excellent excellent place. We live in the neighborhood and its our go to Steakhouse.....Sean, Victor, Lily, Ari....the whole crew makes you feel like you are in your own private club.....
Best service and food we’ve had since outdoor dining started! Cant wait to go back
best ribeye in town. excellent lamb. nothing lacking distinction.
Great Service, Food and Wine. THANK YOU!!!! Great experience even eating outside in January! Great effort
The food and the service was excellent. The outdoor dining experience was horrible. The heated lamp only had one bulb working. There were actually a few that I saw like that. It was rather cold the day that I went, so that was a little uncomfortable.
The outdoor dining patio set up was warm and cozy but very tight.
The lobster Mac and cheese was outstanding. The rib eye and filet mignon were excellent. The only thing that bothered me is that we felt rushed by the servers to finish our meal and leave since they were ‘running late on the reservations’ even though we did not take much time (I would say we spent about 1 hour from start to finish). Otherwise, everything was great.
My daughter and I were celebrating double birthdays, food was great but we were rudely kicked out after we paid even though there were plenty of empty sits.
Amazing steak - fantastic service! Great outside setup!!
great spot - great outside set up - excellent food- top service team, makes you feel special.
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The Chillicothe City Council will hear a presentation on the city’s 2018-2019 audit and consider several ordinances Monday, September 16, 2019. The council will meet at the Chillicothe City Hall at 6:30.
One ordinance would accept an agreement with Allgeier, Martin, and Associates for preparation plans, specifications, and bidding documents for Corporate Drive.
Other ordinances regard floodplain management, authorizing an economic development agreement with B and B Theatres, and accepting a bid for new police vehicles.
The Chillicothe City Council is also to consider approval of capital improvement funds to purchase and finance five new fully equipped police vehicles.
The agenda for Monday night’s meeting also includes a recommendation of Doctor Donald Metry to be reelected to serve on the Saint Luke’s Chillicothe Board of Directors, comments from the city administrator on the police facility, and a closed session.


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And so it was, in the land of Israel, that the great leader Barak heeded the call of the prophetess Deborah, who spoke words of wisdom and truth from the mouth of the almighty God. The Canaanite army, led by the fierce and ruthless commander Sisera, had brought great turmoil upon the Israelites, and it was time for a hero to rise and lead his people to victory.
This was at a time when the most prevailing technology of the time was iron, and Sisera had 900 iron chariots with which he had oppressed the land of Israel for 20 years under the command of his king, Jabin.
Barak, first reluctant to go unaccompanied, but eventually, with a heart full of courage and a mindset of righteousness, agreed to take up arms and march to war. And Deborah, a woman of great power and insight, vowed to stand by his side, for she knew God’s hand was upon them both. Without the God factor, this was going to be mass suicide.
So they set out, Barak and his army of brave but weaponless Israelites, to face the might of Sisera and his horde of warriors. The odds were stacked against them, for Sisera’s army was vast and fierce, and they were aided by the most advanced of technologies, but Barak and his men were filled with a burning conviction, a conviction that they were fighting for something greater than themselves, the freedom and salvation of their people.
As they clashed upon the battlefield, the sky rumbled with what could easily be misinterpreted as the gods’ fury, and the earth shook beneath their feet. The river Kishon became animated and joined in the war against Sisera, and the Stars above caused the mountains beneath to quake. Angels were spotted. Nature was fighting in this war and was on the side of Israel. Swords clashed, and shields broke, but Barak and his men fought on, driven by the strength of their hearts and the will of the Lord.
And in the end, it was their faith and determination that proved victorious, for the Israelites emerged victorious, and Sisera, fleeing the battle, was hunted down and slain by the cunning and brave Jael – A housewife.
Thus the land of Israel was saved, and the name of Barak was forever etched into the annals of history as a hero and a savior. And Deborah, a woman of great power and insight, stood by his side, a testament to the strength and courage of her people, an icon showing that the role of women in National life is not new but as old as the time of the Judges.
May you be a fighter only in the battles God intends to win! Amen! The story above may not be very familiar to you, but it’s an interesting and exciting story you’ll find in the book of the Judges. I have retold it with a bit of glam and glitz, but it’s the same story. This story is written with prose and poetry, and like all Bible readings, you only see more profound and deeper the closer you relate to the source. If you take out time to study this story, you will see some exciting opportunities to trust God more.
1. This battle was not won by Barak and Deborah; this battle was fought and won by heavenly forces, who basically used a human cover for the battle. The Stars, mountains, rivers, and angelic beings were involved in this battle, God just wanted a human agent to be remembered for it. When God says, move! Better to plant in the field that God has blessed than invite God into your labor.
2. All Barak needed to do was show up and play his part. All the other parts were contingent on his showing up. His reluctance won someone else the glory of slaying the commander Sisera. Many times we overestimate our value or contribution. Many times, it’s not even the size of our faith that matters but the size of our supporters.
3. Jael got the glory for slaying the commander only because of Barak’s reluctance. If we are not careful, sometimes we may want to become authorities on what we don’t know anything about. What we only became beneficiaries of because of someone else’s complacency. If God gives you fame and fortune, celebrate God, and don’t make a system out of what you got into before you understood.
4. I want to talk about much more- the mountain, the victory, the initiative but maybe another day.
Are there areas of your life where you seem to be at war? Family? Business? Career? Polity? Wherever that area is, hear the word of the Lord this morning or a confirmation of the same. “Go forward in the power of your encounter with God, and prepare to show up in a battle that God is ensuring victory. Don’t consider what you have or what you don’t have, don’t consider the strength of your pedigree or history, God in the full assurance that when your strength fails, God’s strength will prevail.”
Take some time out to pray, share with friends, and empower someone today.

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When Can Evidence of Other Criminal Activity be Used Against You?
The general rule in criminal cases is that evidence of other bad things a defendant may have done cannot be used against him if he is on trial for a separate crime. For example, if you are on trial for assault, prosecutors cannot offer a witness to testify that you pickpocketed his cell phone just to prove that you have a bad character and are therefore more likely to have committed other crimes. But sometimes, there are exceptions to this rule.
Consider the current case against comedian Bill Cosby. After numerous allegations of rape against Cosby surfaced, prosecutors in Pennsylvania filed charges against him of three counts of second-degree aggravated indecent assault. The charges, as the American Bar Journal reports, stem from a 2004 incident in which Cosby allegedly raped a Temple University employee whom he was mentoring. Prosecutors claim that Cosby gave the woman pills and alcohol that paralyzed her and rendered her unable to give consent to any sexual activity. Cosby has pleaded not guilty.
Another ABAJournal.com article notes that the case against Cosby will be difficult to prove, given the length of time that has elapsed since the alleged incident, and the fact that Cosby and his accuser are apparently the only witnesses. Prosecutors, however, would like the court to admit testimony from other women who claim that Cosby raped them in a similar manner, by giving them drugs and alcohol first. Cosby has been neither charged nor convicted in any of these other alleged crimes. So if the rule is that no evidence of other bad actions can be admitted, what are these prosecutors thinking of?
In fact, there is an exception to the general rule, as there so often is. Prosecutors in Pennsylvania hope to exploit this exception by using testimony to show a pattern of behavior, to support the theory that Cosby followed the same pattern in their case. The Pennsylvania rule they are relying on has a counterpart in Florida.
Section 90.404 of the Florida Evidence Code permits similar fact evidence of other alleged crimes or bad acts (also called collateral crimes evidence) to be admitted as evidence when it is relevant to prove a material fact in issue, such as:
- intent; or
- absence of mistake or accident.
Florida courts refer to this exception as the Williams rule, from the 1959 Florida Supreme Court case of Williams v. Florida. Under the Williams rule, prosecutors may introduce evidence of collateral crimes (whether or not the defendant has been charged or convicted of these alleged crimes) if it is relevant not to proving the defendant’s bad character or criminal nature, but to prove a material fact such as those listed above. In Cosby’s case, prosecutors will likely argue that testimony about other alleged incidents could tend to prove motive, intent, and planning to commit the crime with which he is charged, and the court might therefore permit it.
Consult an Orlando criminal defense lawyer
If you have been arrested or are facing any type of criminal charges, your best ally is a skilled, dedicated criminal defense lawyer. The lawyers of The Baez Law FIrm have years of experience representing clients in criminal matters in Orlando, Tampa, Miami and beyond. They will work with you to develop the best strategy to defend you and protect your rights. Contact The Baez Law Firm for a consultation right away.

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Since the early 1960s, according to lifelong Sag Harbor resident and former village mayor John Ward, an homage to the Beebe Windmill — which is now located in Bridgehampton, but was once in Sag Harbor — has stood at the face of Long Wharf, overlooking Main and Bay streets, as well as the bridge to North Haven, a beach and harbor filled with bobbing sailboats behind it.
The windmill, designed originally to serve as an office for the Old Whalers’ Festival gives visitors a place to seek information about the village from a booth run by the Sag Harbor Chamber of Commerce, but also provides a glimpse into Sag Harbor’s past, when a flag on the Beebe Windmill, then located on Palmer Terrace, the highest elevation in the Village of Sag Harbor, would signal a whaleboat had arrived in the harbor.
Close to 8,000 visitors stopped by the windmill this summer, according to one of the directors of the chamber, Dede O’Connell, but as the windmill ages it is in dire need of window replacement, she added.
On a recent tour of the windmill, the interior smelled dank, with windows held in the structure by rotting wood, plastic placed on the exterior of the windows to prevent further damage from the rain.
“The problem is mainly the leakage,” said O’Connell. “The windows are about to fall in. Everything has to be covered with plastic because it gets so wet in there. The floor is starting to rot and the electric work is not up to par. At this point, we have had to take everything out of there.”
During a Sag Harbor Village Board of Trustees meeting on Tuesday, October 12, Nada Barry, The Wharf Shop owner, member of the chamber and president of the Sag Harbor Youth Committee, asked the village, which owns the windmill, to intercede and begin making repairs before next summer.
Sag Harbor Mayor Brian Gilbride said the village would look into the matter, but wondered, given that the windmill was once owned by the chamber, if the body would be willing to donate any funding for the repairs.
Last week, O’Connell said it did not, but following the board of trustees meeting, Gilbride said he did reach out to her, and that the village will move forward with replacing two of the windows before the department of public works begins its focus on the fall leaf pick-up. The remainder of the window repairs will take place after the leaf pick-up is finished.
According to Gilbride, before labor, the project will cost between $1,500 and $1,800.
“I would like the Lions, who used the area to sell Christmas trees, and the Chamber to contribute, but this is a piece of our history and it was built by local people with a lot of the materials donated, and I can’t let personal thoughts get in the way,” said Gilbride last week.
He added that the windows would be replaced in-kind, with custom ordered replacements that mimic the historic character the original builders tried to capture in the design.
“We will fix this right, in honor of all those people who helped build it in the first place,” said Gilbride.
Builder and former village mayor, John Ward, with friend John Steinbeck, had a literal hand in the windmill’s construction. Built for the Old Whalers’ Festival in the early 1960s, Ward said its construction cost nothing.
“I had all free help,” he said. “I was a builder at the time and I had it all donated. You sure couldn’t find that today.”
Ward said he copied the design of the windmill in Water Mill, but wanted it placed on Long Wharf in homage to the Beebe Windmill.
“It was part of the whaling days, part of our history,” said Ward. “That is what we are selling here, history.”


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Trying my best to pretend I’m a southern girl, even though I’m from Michigan. I’m not crazy about real-life grits, and this Cauliflower version not only tastes good, but is much healthier! Southern BBQ sauces can add a slew of additives and calories, so I opted for a dry rub that not only gives complex flavors, but doesn’t include sugar -GASP. Sit back and enjoy with a glass of sweet tea if you must 😉
- 1.5 pounds Boneless Pork Country Style Ribs
- Homemade Dry Rub (1.5 tsp each of Cumin, Paprika, Garlic Powder, Onion Powder, Chili Powder, 1/2 tsp black pepper, pinch of cayenne pepper)
- 2 Heads of Cauliflower
- 1 tbsp Ghee
- 1 Onion
- 2 Cups Veggie Stock
- 1/2 Cup Unsweetened Almond Milk
- 2 Heads of Broccoli
- 2 tsp Creole Seasoning
- Salt, Pepper, and EVOO
1. Preheat Oven to 375°.
2. Mix together the dry rub. Use aluminum foil on a baking sheet, place the ribs on the sheet, and liberally season. Bake for 1 hour.
3. Use food processor to chop Cauliflower to rice-sized pieces. We did two different batches since two heads of cauliflower is quite a lot.
4. In a pan, melt ghee and cook onions until they start to brown. Add in Cauliflower Rice, Veggie Broth, Unsweetened Almond Milk, and season with salt and pepper. Bring Mixture to a boil, then cover and simmer for 30-35 minutes. Most of the liquid should be evaporated.
5. Meanwhile, slice Broccoli lengthwise. Line baking sheet with aluminum foil. Toss Broccoli on sheet in EVOO and season with salt, pepper, and creole seasoning. Bake with in oven with Ribs for 20 minutes.


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About Chudleigh Rock-South face.:
A exellent varity of grades. It is a limestone crag, good although well used and some of the more popular climbs are worn and slippy. The site itself used to be a quarry. the north face is privatly owned and is a Outdoor pursute centre. The owner is happy for climbers to use the north face as long as the register in a 'signing in' book at the centre. Its near the town of Chudleigh, which is well equiped with shops and most importantly a varity of pubs, most that serve great food!
An all together fanastic area.
|Nearest town or city:||Exeter|
|Directions:||OS GR SX 864 787 Alt. 65m
From Exeter: Follow the A38 south, untill Chudleigh. Use the public access to Chudleigh rock (Rock lane).
|Latitude, Longitude:||50.59637, -3.60526|
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Knowledge and Skills Required
A Dance teacher must have a strong background in the Performing Arts, including experience in classical or modern dance. The individual has to be able to present and follow choreography. The teacher must be able to relate to younger dancers, and be willing to listen to the dancers' feedback.
The teacher will enable students to appreciate dance as an art form; and develop a sense of rhythm and beat through dance movements. The individual will ensure that dance is explored as a medium to stretch ones physical capacity and imaginative faculties. The teacher will showcase to the students local and national traditional dances, as well as other popular dances from across the world. The Dance teacher will help the students develop aesthetic sensibility, alongside techniques, such as types of footwork, body movement, and expression used in these dances.
-Matriculation, or equivalent examination.
-Two years experience in recognised Ballet Troupe as a performing artist.
-Two years experience in Dance work with children in a recognised Dance School.
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- Publisher: [S.I.] : Scarecrow Press, 2012.
Baseball followers have been perpetuating, debating, and debunking myths for nearly two centuries, producing a treasury of baseball stories and "facts." Yet never before have these elements of baseball history been carefully scrutinized and compiled into one comprehensive work?until now. In Baseball Myths: Debating, Debunking, and Disproving Tales from the Diamond, award-winning researcher Bill Deane examines baseball legends?old and new. This book covers such legendary players as Shoeless Joe Jackson, Ty Cobb, Babe Ruth, Joe DiMaggio, Jackie Robinson, Pete Rose, and Derek Jeter, while also looking at lesser-known figures like Dummy Hoy, Grover Land, Wally Pipp, and Babe Herman?not to mention people who found fame in other fields, such as Civil War General Abner Doubleday, Cuban dictator Fidel Castro, and comedians Bud Abbott and Lou Costello. Deane's original research and logic will educate, amuse, and often surprise readers, revealing the truth behind such legends as the inventor of baseball, the first black player in the major leagues, and even the origin of the hot dog. With photographs, stats, and more than 80 myths examined, this book is sure to fascinate everyone, from the casual baseball fan to lifelong devotees of the sport.
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The Maiden Heist is a 2009 American crime comedy film directed by Peter Hewitt and starring Morgan Freeman, Christopher Walken, William H. Macy and Marcia Gay Harden. The film was released as The Heist in the United Kingdom.
|The Maiden Heist|
|Directed by||Peter Hewitt|
|Written by||Michael LeSieur|
|Produced by||Bob Yari|
David C. Glasser
William J. Immerman
William H. Macy
Marcia Gay Harden
|Edited by||Carole Kravetz-Aykanian|
|Music by||Rupert Gregson-Williams|
|Distributed by||Yari Film Group|
Roger (Christopher Walken) is a security guard at an art museum, where he spends a lot of time staring at his favorite painting, The Lonely Maiden, a beautiful woman staring forlornly out into the distance. Despite the fact he has a wife, Rose (Marcia Gay Harden), he has become rather obsessed with the painting. Rose wants Roger to retire so they can move to Florida. One afternoon, Roger learns that several pieces including The Lonely Maiden are to be permanently moved to another museum in Copenhagen, Denmark. Unable to follow the maiden, Roger falls into despair until he meets Charles (Morgan Freeman), another guard who has a similar attraction to a painting on another floor, a painting of a woman with cats.
George (William H. Macy) is also obsessed with a piece of art, a nude sculpture of a Greek warrior; he often strips down and poses naked beside it during his night shift. Using the advantages between their shifts and experience, George comes up with the idea to steal their favorite works of art and replace them with replicas. Roger volunteers to tag the artworks being shipped, while Charles and George seek assistance in replicating their favorites. Because Charles is a painter, he's able to do the cat painting perfectly, but he fails in capturing The Lonely Maiden. The men hire a street artist (Breckin Meyer) for that task, forcing Roger to steal Rose's Florida vacation savings to pay for the job. Rose becomes suspicious and nearly ends up having Roger taken off the volunteer staff. George manages to replicate "his" sculpture and the Maiden copy is also completed.
On the day of the switch, George sneaks into the warehouse in the crate with the statue. He successfully swaps the three marked pieces, but can't resist stripping down and posing with the statue. A guard shows up, forcing George to hide in the crate without his clothes. The next morning, when Roger and Charlie (with the unwitting accompaniment of Rose) come to collect him, the crate containing George ends up in the wrong van. A panic-stricken Charlie gives chase, and they manage to successfully rescue George, who emerges from the shipping crate unclothed, much to Rose's shock.
Having pulled off the heist without getting caught, they retire from their jobs and Rose is none the wiser. On a trip to Florida, Roger is enthralled by Rose as she looks out over the ocean because she strikingly resembles the Lonely Maiden pose. Their love life is rekindled. Meanwhile, the three men hide their treasures in a shack on Charles' apartment roof so that they can go and view them at their leisure. However, when Roger looks at the painting, it doesn't inspire him like it once did. He smiles and remembers his wife. Meanwhile, in Copenhagen, a guard on duty passes The Lonely Maiden copy and looks at it, smiling.
- Morgan Freeman as Charles Peterson
- Christopher Walken as Roger Barlow
- William H. Macy as George McLendon
- Marcia Gay Harden as Rose
- Breckin Meyer as the starving painter
- Wynn Everett as Docent
- Christy Scott Cashman as Assistant Museum Director
- Anthony Cascio as museum guard
- Victoria Cyr as woman walking poodle
- Douglass Bowen Flynn as Danish guard
- Elisangela DiAlencar as museum goer
It was produced under the working title The Lonely Maiden. It was shot primarily in Boston, Massachusetts, and several scenes were filmed at the Worcester Art Museum, in Worcester, Massachusetts. The painting The Lonely Maiden was created specifically for the film by artist Jeremy Lipking.
The film had a tentative release date of May 29, 2009 before being shelved following the bankruptcy of its distributor, Yari Film Group. It debuted at the Edinburgh International Film Festival June 25, 2009 and was released to DVD on November 24, 2009.
- "Freeman, Walken and Macy chase Lonely Maidens!".
- Gate, Bobby (June 21, 2009). "Beverly actress scores plum role". Wicked Local (GateHouse Media).
- "Worcester Art Museum". www.worcesterart.org.
- Wolff, Rachel (May 1, 2009). "Planning a Romantic Getaway".
- "Event List | Edinburgh International Film Festival". www.edfilmfest.org.uk.