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If you are involved in resourcing, whether in house or on the supply side, you won't have failed to have noticed the big shift and conversation around direct resourcing. You will also, I'm sure, have come across many conversations about the candidate experience, or lack of it – see here for a cracking summary on how bad organisations can be in this department from @lisascales of Tribepad
I'm very interested in this subject for a number of reasons and in pursuit of this interest, I set out to find out what was being said by thought leaders with a knowledge greater than I, and also to seek out and find examples of organisations that are addressing this issue head on. Maybe even find some interesting and creative developments in the market that are aiming to dramatically increase the quality of experience for the poor downtrodden candidate.
But, despite my best efforts, the results of my search can only be summed up thus:
*cue tumbleweed…………..*
This seems odd. As someone who is immersed in social networks, I do hear a lot of feedback, but it struck me that this is mainly candidate's themselves bemoaning their lot at the hands of recruiters – mainly supply side it has to be said, but there are some truly awful employer side examples. Linked in is also humming right now with such tales, but again, its mainly driven by the candidates themselves. A search on LinkedIn groups for "candidate experience" for example brings up precious few appropriate options.
What I was looking for was more akin to what you might find if you Googled 'social recruiting' or something similar – really high quality dialogue between the people responsible for the candidate/employer brand and or those that are proffering solutions. Instead, what you get when you google "candidate experience" pales in comparison. Go on, try it. The results when I tried in June were underwhelming.
There were some positive signs. Gerry Crispin and the guys at CareerXroads seem to be starting a bit of a movement – check out their report. They are also collaborating with a number of others to form the Talent Board, a non profit organisation that is all about championing the development f the (Positive) candidate experience. They have recently announced the Candidate Experience Awards to raise the profile of the issue.
NOTE: Twitter is slightly different although it is only recently that the subject has gained traction here too. I did a search on the term "Candidate Experience" in June and found only a handful of responses. Since then, and having encouraged one of my clients to engage on the subject through hashtags etc, the volume has increased significantly. A search today shows a somewhat more active stream of activity and blog posts.
But all this great stuff is very embryonic, and seems only to be making traction in the US. What about Europe? BP have popped a stake in the ground and appointed a Head of Global Candidate Experience as part of a wider initiative to refocus the resourcing effort. But similar examples are few and far between. Is it so early days that not enough people are taking it seriously and no real solutions to the issues are yet being developed? Or is it just that we don't really give a damn? Perhaps we have yet to wake up to the fact that candidates are customers are employees. They are all the same. In previous years, organisations could keep them nice and separate thank you – "oh no we don't want those guys talking to each other!".
Thankfully, those lines are now being blurred and an organisation can no longer control (Despite the fact that they think they can) who talks to who about what.
So, come on folks, if you have any insight, opinion or examples of who is doing what, id love to hear about it. Leave a comment here or contact me on twitter at @garelaos.
Also, you might be interested in a group started by some good friends of mine on LinkedIn – Candidate Experience Matters – aimed at those in organisations whose role and responsibility actively encompasses candidate experience. It's only new but pile on in if this subject is of interest to you and lets get the conversation started.


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An infant or young child may put an object in his or her ears, nose, or mouth. Objects in the mouth may be swallowed or breathed (aspirated) into the lungs. Objects in the ears and nose can make it difficult to hear or breathe and can cause infection. An object that is swallowed may require general anesthesia and a procedure to remove it. An object that is aspirated may cause serious difficult breathing and requires a procedure for removal.
Foreign bodies in the ear
Foreign bodies in the ear canal can be anything a child can push into his or her ear. Some of the items that are commonly found in the ear canal include the following:
Pieces of crayon
Small batteries
Some objects placed in the ear may not cause symptoms, while other objects, such as food and insects, may cause pain in the ear, redness, or drainage. Hearing may be affected if the object is blocking the ear canal.
The treatment for foreign bodies in the ear is prompt removal of the object by your child's health care provider. The following are some of the techniques that may be used by your child's health care provider to remove the object from the ear canal:
Instruments may be inserted in the ear
Magnets are sometimes used if the object is metal
Flushing the ear canal with water
A machine with suction to help pull the object out
After removal of the object, your child's health care provider will then re-examine the ear to determine if there has been any injury to the ear canal. Antibiotic drops for the ear may be prescribed to treat any possible infections.
Foreign bodies in the nose
Objects that are put into the child's nose are usually soft things. These would include:
Pieces of toys
Sometimes, a foreign body may enter the nose while the child is trying to smell the object.
The most common symptom of a foreign body in the nose is nasal drainage. The drainage appears only on the side of the nose with the object and often has a bad odor. In some cases, the child may also have a bloody nose.
Treatment of a foreign body in the nose involves prompt removal of the object by your child's health care provider. Sedating the child is sometimes necessary in order to remove the object successfully. The following are some of the techniques that may be used by your child's health care provider to remove the object from the nose:
Suction machines with tubes attached
Instruments may be inserted in the nose
After removal of the object, your child's health care provider may prescribe nose drops or antibiotic ointments to treat any possible infections.
Foreign bodies in the throat
A foreign body in the throat can cause choking and is a medical emergency and requires immediate attention. The foreign body can get stuck in many different places within the airway. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, death by choking is a leading cause of death and injury among children younger than 4 years of age.
As with other foreign body problems, children tend to put things into their mouths when they are bored or curious. The child may then inhale deeply and the object may become lodged in the "airway" tube (trachea) instead of the "eating" tube (esophagus). Food may be the cause of obstruction in children who do not have a full set of teeth to chew completely, or those children who simply do not chew their food well. Children also do not have complete coordination of the mouth and tongue which may also lead to problems. Children under the age of 4 years are in the greatest danger of choking on small objects, including:
Toy parts
Hot dogs
Children need to be watched very closely to avoid a choking emergency.
Foreign body ingestion requires immediate medical attention. The following are the most common symptoms that may indicate a child is choking:
Choking or gagging when the object is first inhaled
Coughing at first
Wheezing (a whistling sound, usually made when the child breathes out)
Although the initial symptoms listed above may subside, the foreign body may still be obstructing the airway. The following symptoms may indicate that the foreign body is still causing an airway obstruction:
Stridor (a high-pitched sound usually heard when the child breathes)
Cough that gets worse
Child is unable to speak
Pain in the throat area or chest
Hoarse voice
Blueness around the lips
Not breathing
The child may become unconscious
Treatment of the problem varies with the degree of airway blockage. If the object is completely blocking the airway, the child will be unable to breathe or talk and his or her lips will become blue. This is a medical emergency and you should seek emergency medical care. Sometimes, surgery is necessary to remove the object. Children that are still talking and breathing but show other symptoms also need to be evaluated by a health care professional immediately.
To prevent choking:
Cut foods into small pieces
Never let small children run, play, or lie down while eating
Keep coins and small items out of reach of your children
Read warning labels on toys
Learn first aid for chocking

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A GOOD AGE: Walking in John Adams' footsteps in Quincy
Nancy Dowling got hooked on President John Adams when she was raising her family in Quincy from 1982 to 2002 and trained for marathons. "As I ran, I would wonder if I was stepping on the path that John Adams followed," she says.
The legend of his walking four miles a day and living to nearly age 91 was family folklore. Adams was the third oldest president, after Reagan and Ford, who both made it to 93.
"I was always telling my kids we should try to discover where he walked and that they should be very proud they lived in the City of Presidents." she says.
Her children, Elizabeth, Samantha and Matthew Bondaryk, grew up with the image of the former president out in all weather, his spirits roused and purpose re-invigorated.
Now 58, Dowling, of Canton, is leading an effort to establish the John Adams Health Walk in the city. The permanent marked trail would encourage people to walk three to four miles a day as Adams did. "I really believe that we can learn from the generations that have come before us," she says.
On Saturday at 8 a.m. there will be a kickoff event at Pageant Field in Quincy for a public awareness campaign for the proposed trail. Mayor Thomas Koch will speak and Dowling has visions of similar historic health walks in other communities.
"Quincy is blessed and it is a perfect combination of health and history that I think can be duplicated around the country."
This past July 2 (the day in 1776 that the Declaration of Independence was signed), Dowling and a group of friends began doing a weekly walk around the different historical properties associated with Adams in the city. They will continue until Oct. 30, his birthday.
They meet at 8:15 a.m. Saturdays at Faxon Park, and while pinning down Adams' exact routes has been elusive, they follow paths they believe he might have gone, including Peacefield at Adams National Historical Park. Often they trade Adams anecdotes as they walk.
Dowling has also enlisted the support of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Massachusetts, where she works as a health coach. She is a registered dietitian and certified diabetes educator. She is also building support among other local political figures, historians and businesses.
That Adams nearly made it to age 91 impresses her. "I believe that although genetics played a big role, his daily walk contributed to his longevity," she said. "He didn't have the benefit of medications we have today."
The committee members include co-chair Jean Shea, RN; Dowling's husband, Robert Bondaryk, and their three children; Gail Callahan; Dr. Hanpu Chao, a Quincy pediatrician; Rita Devlin, RN; and Bill Walczak, who is running for mayor of Boston.
"It is a very fitting idea for people who live in Quincy, for something to do," Chao said.
Quincy Historical Society Executive Director Ed Fitzgerald told her that in Adams' day, traveling by horse, horse-and-buggy or train was actually quite a task. For short, local trips, walking was easier.
"Let history be our guide" is Dowling's refrain.
Reach Sue Scheible at email@example.com, 617-786-7044, or The Patriot Ledger, Box 699159, Quincy 02269-9159. Read herGood Age blog on our website. Follow her on Twitter @ sues_ledger.READ MOREGood Age columns.


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In an unprecedented move in the automotive industry, Chevrolet is about to wear its green heart on its sleeve by putting environmental impact labels on all of its vehicles starting with the 2012 Chevy Sonic and continuing through their full line of 2013 models. The new Ecologic labels will provide information for customers on the vehicles' green features – including their environmental impact related to emissions from manufacturing facilities, waste reduction, fuel-saving technologies, and use of alternative energy sources. In order to make sure the stickers are true to the reality of Chevy's green initiatives they are having them audited by the third party company Two Tomorrows.
"Customers want companies to be honest and transparent about their environmental efforts and sustainability goals, and rightly so," said General Motors North America President Mark Reuss. "Putting an Ecologic label on each Chevrolet is just one more way for us to share our environmental progress." Though the Ecologic program will be introduced on 2013 models, those models will be on the showroom floor before the end of 2012 with stickers ablaze on the rear windows for all vehicle shoppers to see. The stickers will have three eco-sections, one called Before the Road covering manufacturing and development, one called On the Road about how green the vehicle is when it is in your hands and one called After the Road about the possibilities of recycling and reuse of the car and its parts after it leaves your hands — apparently 85% of their weight is completely recyclable.
Two Tomorrows is an independent agency that helps corporations with their sustainability initiatives. Having an independent party get involved with verifying that these stickers are speaking the truth gives us assurance that Chevy isn't just trying to paint all their vehicles green to make them look more attractive to consumers. This really is a move by one of America's largest vehicle manufacturers to show the world that they are committed to reducing their total impact with each vehicle sold. In addition to showing their green credentials the stickers will educate consumers about the life-cycle of vehicles, and that buying a green car isn't just about good gas mileage, it is about how it is built, how it drives and where it will end up once it isn't road worthy anymore.


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QMy younger brother and I are close. He came out of the closet last year, although it wasn't much of a surprise because everyone knew he was gay since forever. Everyone is happy he's out because it kind of takes the elephant out of the room, and our immediate and extended family are all really supportive. But for the last six to nine months or so, he's been really depressed about not ever having had a boyfriend. He's 21 and he's always talking about how he wants to find a boy to be with in a relationship and not just for sex, but he says it's impossible for him to meet said boy.
Me being straight, the only advice I've ever been able to give him is to just try new things and that way you'll meet new people, as really that's the only advice you can give someone who's looking to meet a potential partner. My brother, however, framed his issue to me in a way I've never really thought of—which is that only a small fraction of the population is gay, and an even smaller fraction of that may be compatible with him, so meeting new people for a gay guy is actually a lot harder than it is for straight people.
He's been on the whole online dating thing for a while, but said it's really difficult to meet anyone who he feels a connection with. I've never done online dating, but I have heard the same points from others who've tried it. I asked him if he ever goes to gay bars, because that would obviously change the ratios around, but apparently it's a little insensitive for a straight guy to say that, and he said he's not really into that scene. Anyway, I just wish I could give him some good advice without being unintentionally offensive (the gay bar suggestion). I'd still like to offer any advice I can for him to meet a guy he feels strongly about. —Seeking Advice for Family
AThere are 3.5 billion men on the planet.
Even if we accept the lowest educated guesstimate of the percentage of the population that's gay—1.7 percent—that means your brother has nearly 60 million potential romantic partners to choose from worldwide; he has 2.5 million potential romantic partners in the United States alone. Other informed guesstimates of the percentage of the population that's gay are much, much higher—seven or eight times higher—so your brother's odds of finding a partner are probably much better. But let's put that 1.7 percent figure in perspective: Jews represent just 1.7 percent of the population of the United States. So even if the percentage of the population that's gay is "just" 1.7 percent, your brother has the, um, same cross to bear—and the same odds of success—as an American Jew who wants to marry another American Jew.
It sounds like your brother is going through a common if rarely discussed stage of the coming-out process: Wallow in Self Pity and Bite the Head Off Anyone Who Tries to Help. That's why he was offended by your perfectly reasonable, not at all offensive suggestion that he get out there and hit some gay bars. Yes, the bars aren't for everyone. But if you're single and want to meet people—gay or straight—you need to be moving on all fronts: online dating, hitting bars and clubs, volunteering, and just generally getting out of the fucking house.
Your brother is 21 years old and he just came out, SAFF, and his frustration is understandable. He's been watching his straight peers (and his straight brothers) hook up and fall in love since middle school and he feels anxious to make up for lost time. But he won't find that first boyfriend if he isn't willing to put himself out there—and that means giving the guys he meets online a chance, giving the bars a chance, and giving the people who are trying to help him out a break.
QMy girlfriend of two and a half years and I are ready to move in together. Finally! I am so excited to take this next step, and so is she. The problem is that I work third shift four to five nights a week and she works a regular day job. I can't help but feel that we aren't going to get the full experience of living together with our work situations being what they are. I won't be waking up every morning to her saying, "Good morning, beautiful," etc. What can we do to make this a better situation and take advantage of the next step? Thanks. —The Next Step
AHere's a tip, TNS: don't spend too much time comparing your actual relationship, which will always be shaped by circumstances not fully in your control (like your work schedules), to your idealized notions about what a romantic relationship should look like. That only ensures constant disappointment. Don't get me wrong: once you move in with your girlfriend, there will be days that begin with her rolling over and saying, "Good morning, beautiful." But there will also be days that begin with your girlfriend rolling over and farting. The trick to loving your LTR is to fully appreciate the moments that rise to the level of your romantic ideals ("Good morning, beautiful") without obsessing about those moments that disappoint (split shifts, ripped farts). Good luck!
QI'm a guy. I've been with my girlfriend for almost two years. I love her, but in the last year, sex has been an issue. I feel attracted to her, but I find myself easily distracted these days, kind of worried during sex, which has resulted in me either coming superfast or losing my erection altogether. As a result, she does not orgasm at all. It's gotten to the point where I'm afraid to be intimate with her for fear of letting her down. I have gone to see doctors to try to understand if my medical conditions—severe sleep apnea, elevated blood pressure—might have something to do with it. I'm in treatment for these things and I've started going to a therapist, too. I am thinking of buying some sex toys to use while I work to overcome my problems. My girlfriend doesn't own any, and she says she doesn't masturbate because she tried it once and never came. How do I approach her with the idea of using sex toys during sex? Should I? I just want her to experience an orgasm even if I need to get some extra help from a vibrator. —Devil in the Details
AIncorporating some adult toys—vibrators and dildos—into your sex life isn't just a great way to maintain your sexual connection while you work on your physical and mental issues, DITD, it's also a great way to take the pressure off your dick. Performance anxiety and worries about leaving your partner unsatisfied can combine to create a hugely destructive, dick-deflating negative feedback loop. As for your girlfriend . . .
A woman who doesn't masturbate—because she tried it once and it didn't work—has hang-ups, DITD. And a woman with hang-ups is much likelier to forgive a partner for having purchased some sex toys than she is to give a partner her advance permission to go and purchase some sex toys. So find a good local or online sex-toy store and buy whatever you think looks like fun.


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Did Michelle Obama roll her eyes at John Boehner?
During Monday's inauguration luncheon, the First Lady appeared to give the Republican House Speaker a very pronounced snub as he tried to engage her in conversation, even tapping her arm.
Michelle rolled her eyes and offered a bemused smile to Boehner and returned to chewing her food.
She then sat forward in her chair, allowing her husband, sitting to her right, to exchange words with the Speaker.
As President Obama and Boehner bantered, Michelle appeared less than impressed.
Watch the video below, and keep your eyes on Michelle:


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Taste of Vietnam 2: Flavours of Vietnam
- 'Phở Ga' "Vietnamese Chicken Noodle Soup"
- 'Cha Ca "Pan fried fish with turmeric and dill"
- Cha Gio "Vietnamese Deep fried spring rolls"
The Vietnamese traditional noodle soup "Pho" is the most popular street food in Vietnam. The restaurants and street vendors serve this noodle soup from morning till late night. We will teach you how to make the Chicken noodle soup which has amazing flavours from different spices. As well as the beautiful Cha Ca and the favourite Cha Gio
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It's not a day at Grey Sloan Memorial if someone's not about to throw down!
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Documentation Errata 1
February 2009
Novell® ZENworks® 7.5 Asset Management documentation contains inconsistencies that are addressed in this errata. The corrections that have been found are listed below:
Beginning with Interim Release 9, Access Management 7.5 can accept an optional comma-delimited subnet list file for the Network Discovery task. You can't import a range of addresses; you can only import a list of individual subnets and individual addresses, in keeping with the Available Subnets list box on the Subnet tab of the Network Discovery Task dialog box. The import helps populate that list.
The Optional Fields can contain any data you want; they are included in anticipation that you might want to build a spreadsheet of addresses and subnets. If your spreadsheet contains something of interest (such as subnet descriptions), you can export the spreadsheet to a CSV file without stripping additional data. You can import the CSV file as long as the first columns are formatted correctly.
There is no error generated if this file does not exist. If the file exists, it must be named subnets.txt and must exist in the Manager's executable directory. The default location is C:\Program Files\Novell\Zenworks\Asset Managment\bin. The file should use the following format:
For example:
Both the subnet and mask must be present in every line. The subnet and mask must consist of 4 octets each. The file can contain additional optional fields per line, but they must be separated from the subnet and mask by a comma, such as:
The maximum line length is 1024 characters. Only numeric values, periods, and commas are permitted before the optional second comma per line. Any characters are permitted after the second comma, and are completely ignored by the Network Discovery task.
This allows you to export a spreadsheet of subnets and masks in comma-separated-value format. The Network Discovery task automatically imports this file and uses it to populate the Available Subnets list on the Subnet tab on the Network Discovery Task dialog box.
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On numeric page 43 of the Novell ZENworks Asset Management 7.5 Installation Guide, the use of UNC under the "Database Creation and Setup Tool" heading is unclear.
"4. In the Configure Oracle Temporary File dialog, specify where you want to create the TSCTEMP tablespace and click on the Next button. For Windows NT, enter a full path; for UNIX* or LINUX*, use UNC."
UNC stands for Universal or Uniform Naming Convention, which specifies a common syntax to describe the location of a network resource, such as printers, programs, directories, or files. The convention for UNIX or Linux is to use two forward slashes for a network resource or a single forward slash for a local resource. For example:
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On numeric page 260 of the Novell ZENworks Asset Management 7.5 User's Guide, under the "Defining a Proxy Server" heading, Step 4 states "Enter the port number of the proxy server." The proxy port field is not used and any port entered is ignored.
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On numeric page 125 of the Novell ZENworks Asset Management 7.5 User's Guide, under the "Installing ZENworks Asset Management Collection Client Software" heading, the following feature does not exist:
Web Install - You can install collection client software from a web server on Windows systems. For more information, see Installing Client Applications from the Web.
On numeric page 131 of the Novell ZENworks Asset Management 7.5 Users Guide, all information under the "Installing Client Applications from the Web" heading is incorrect.
Other documentation references are included in the Novell ZENworks Asset Management 7.5 Help system.
On numeric page 15 of the Novell ZENworks Asset Management 7.5 Installation Guide, under the "System Requirements - Standalone Deployment" heading, only English versions of the supported operating systems are allowed for the Manager/Server installation.
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On numeric page 55 of the Novell ZENworks Asset Management 7.5 Installation Guide, under the "Installing Client Applications" heading, all client platforms listed are 32-bit, unless otherwise noted.
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On numeric page 344 of the Novell ZENworks Asset Management 7.5 User's Guide, the "NC_NetworkDiscOptions Table (Entity)" heading lists thread count options, but these options are no longer available. Also, the Collection Server edit window contains no thread count.
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Some customers are confused between the features of ZENworks Asset Inventory and ZENworks Asset Management. ZENworks Asset Management contains all of the features of ZENworks Asset Inventory, plus Usage, Compliance, and Contract Management. In this respect, ZENworks Asset Management is a superset of ZENworks Asset Inventory.
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Church was hard on me. All that sitting still and not talking were hard on a kid back when ADD was just called BAD. Believe me, I know. My prissy older sister, Phyllis, loved anything to do with church, making me look particularly bad. The only glimmer of hope was that she was slow and Mother threatened to leave her every Sunday. When I tried dawdling around in hopes of getting left, Mother saw right through it. It was obvious I wasn't wasting any effort getting ready lying on the floor in front of the TV watching Davy and Goliath. Phyllis always came flying out as the car backed out, carrying shoes, makeup, and jewelry, jumping in the front seat and twisting the mirror so she could get her lipstick on straight. It was a waste of time anyway. No one was going to see past her frizzy hair to notice her lipstick. The only bright spot was that she always overdid the lipstick, leading Mother to complain she looked like she fell in a lipstick barrel. I suspected a person climbing out of a lipstick would have been a little more marked up, but my day was ruined anyway, so why bother being smart aleck on the way to church.
Sunday school was okay. The teachers didn't expect much. They were happy if we could answer a couple of questions after the lesson. Usually, we got through a few minutes early to play a little before church. I had to be careful not to get too rowdy. Chairs were just waiting to snag skirt tails and snatch off sashes. I knew from experience my mother would not be happy if I showed up in church with a torn, dirty dress or missing sash.
Church started well enough. Singing was good. The words didn't always make sense. I didn't know why we sang about the laundry, "Bringing in the Sheets"(sheaves), but so much else didn't make sense either, so I sang along enthusiastically. It just didn't last long enough. I tried to be still and listen to preaching. Sometimes the preacher told an interesting story when he started and another at the end, but there was a lot of not so interesting in between. Sitting still was hard. I would try counting, finding people in church whose name started with each letter of the alphabet, looking at pictures in the Bible, reading ahead in my Sunday School Book. When I wiggled or turned around , Mother looked sternly and shook her head. I knew I'd be in big trouble if I didn't behave. It didn't do any good to say I had to go to the bathroom. Mother always made me go right before we went in. Some kids got to look in their mother's purse for toys or gum, but Mother wasn't having any of that.
Some members of the congregation were dear to me, dependable in relieving the tedium of a long Sunday service. Daddy was proud of his standing in church, enforcing an unbreakable rule. The seven of us had to sit together, setting a good example for the rest of the congregation. We sat in the fourth pew from the front, in the same order Sunday after Sunday. Phyllis filed in first, seating the fartherest from Daddy, since she could be depended on to behave perfectly. She was responsible for Connie, the next to the youngest. I had to sit between Mother and Marilyn, the youngest, since I needed to be where Mother could give me dirty looks without drawing attention to herself. Billy had the worst spot of all, miserably penned up between Mother and Daddy.
I loved old Brother Deck Peppard, an ancient deacon. He always sat directly in front of us wearing one of two shiny old gabardine suits he must have had for forty years. His wide, brightly ties were made a remarkable fashion statement. I never could decide whether I preferred the parrot or the apples. Brother Deck lived with his two equally ancient sisters in a huge old farm house not too far from the church. Though he never missed a service, we only saw the "girls" at Halloween when they handed out huge pears from their tree wrapped in newspaper and mellowed to ripeness. The neighbors whispered they were crazy. The only crazy thing I ever saw them do was give away those wonderful pears. Anyway, back to Brother Deck. He was deaf as a post. He also had gastrointestinal issues and probably sleep apnea, an interesting combination. Anyway, as soon as the sermon was launched, Brother Deck was off to sleep, tooting us a symphony. Sometimes he sounded like a screen door flapping!
Another memorable Sunday Brother Eddie had a seizure and fell off the organ bench during the offeratory hymn, wetting his pants. His sister went screaming to his rescue and a sermon was pretty much out the window after that. That was a good day.
The first baptism held in our new glass fronted baptistry was unforgettable. The podium was moved from in front of the baptistry, so we could all enjoy the mural of the Jordan River. What we really enjoyed was the view of Miss Flora's panties as her dress ballooned up as she entered the water. By the next baptism, the mural of the River Jordan was painted on the glass up to the waist level of the sanctified in hopes keeping our thoughts pure.
Brother Raymond, a well-known evangelist preached to our packed church one Sunday. Praised far and wide for his fascinating sermons, He was not only eloquent and erudite, a born speaker. His knowledge of scripture was legend, as he quoted long passages flawlessly, opening his beloved Bible. I did find his sermon interesting, especially when he got to the story of Baalam. He spun a tale of Baalam's evil deeds stoking God's anger. As Baalam's faithful ass carried him down the road, only the ass saw the sword-wielding angel of God in their path, prepared to strike Baalam down for his wickedness. Three times she turned away, saving Baalam from the death-angel's sword. Three times Baalam cruelly beat her for disobedience. At this point, Brother Raymond paused dramatically, pounded on the podium and boomed out. "God spoke through Baalam's ass.!!!!" He had our complete attention! Some of the teenagers and older kids snickered first, then a few of the less pious joined in. The song-leader faked a few coughs trying to regain his composure, then snorted two giant snot bubbles out his nose. We all burst into full-fledged, knee-slapping, undeniable laughter. Brother Raymond gave it up and church was done for the day. The final prayer was short and sweet.
One Sunday morning a few years later, my sister Connie provided the entertainment for the service. She was sitting proudly near the front of the church with her new fiancé and his little niece, Amy. Connie was lovely in a beautiful yellow, spring dress. As the worshippers stood for a hymn, little Amy stood behind Connie, grasped the tail of Connie's dress, and raised it as high as her tiny arms would reach, giving most of the congregation something truly inspiring to consider, for which God made them truly grateful.


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17-year-old Helena Muffly wrote exactly 100 years ago today:
Friday, January 3, 1913: I'm so sleepy for I'm keeping later hours with my books Perhaps the thing will work all right after all. Hope it does.
Her middle-aged granddaughter's comments 100 years later:
Grandma was still trying to keep her New Year's resolution to study harder—though she complained both on January 2 and 3 about being sleepy.
A hundred years ago students memorized more things than they do now. Might Grandma have been required to memorize geography facts such the names of the five states with the most people ? . . . and the five states with the fewest people.
Rank of States by Population, 1913 and 2013
I was surprised to discover how much the state ranks have changed over the last 100 years. In 1913, Pennsylvania—where Grandma lived— was the second most populous state in the US; now it is the sixth largest.
And, a hundred years ago, California was the 13th most populous state—today it is the state with the most people.
For those who are interested in the details about where I got the data for the table–I assumed that the population did not change between 1910 and 1913 and used data from the 1910 census for the 1913 estimates. I assumed that the population in 2013 is the same as it was in 2012. The 2013 estimates are based on April 1, 2012 estimates of the US population which were adjusted estimates based on the 2010 US Census.


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Prolific at PNC, Liriano primed to contain Cardinals
Bucs lefty gets Game 3 start at home, where he's thrived, especially vs. St. Louis
ST. LOUIS -- PNC Park will be dressed in black and booming for Sunday's Game 3 (4:30 p.m. ET on TBS) of the National League Division Series, with the series tied. But when the Pirates' Francisco Liriano stands 60 feet, six inches from home plate, you wonder if he'll hear a sound.
The pitcher's mound in his home park is Liriano's quiet effective place, where he thinks clearly and executes with precision.
"I think I've been able to execute pitches and have good location here, and the guy behind me makes some great plays for me here," Liriano said at a Saturday news conference at PNC Park. "Just be under control, not try to do too much. Just be more consistent with the strike zone, and like I said, not try to do too much. That's the whole key for me is trying not to overthrow."
In 11 home starts during the regular season, Liriano was 8-1 with a 1.47 ERA -- the lowest home ERA for a Bucs pitcher who started 10 or more games since Babe Adams posted a 1.31 ERA in 15 home starts in 1920.
Liriano, who turns 30 on Oct. 26, locked down hitters to the tune of a .172 batting average against and 72 strikeouts against 26 walks in 73 2/3 innings. The lefty gave up just two homers, as opposed to seven in 15 road starts. He went 8-7 with a 4.33 ERA away from PNC to finish the regular season 16-8 with a 3.02 ERA.
The postseason spotlight didn't bother Liriano a bit Tuesday, when he outpitched the Reds' Johnny Cueto and led the Pirates to a 6-2 victory in the NL Wild Card Game. Liriano gave up one run on four hits and struck out five in his seven innings.
"He goes out and gives us the type of outing he has given us at home -- we'll have a game that we'll have an opportunity to win," Pirates manager Clint Hurdle said. "It's a very unique environment that's been building throughout the season. It reached a high point Tuesday night. I anticipate us seeing more of the same when we get back.
"But it's been a very, very good place for Frank to pitch, just with the sequence of pitches, the ability to spin the ball, still ride the fastball, pitch the right-handers in the big part of the park -- the left-center-field notch out there. It's all worked out very well for him."
The presence of their ace pitcher made Friday's series-evening 7-1 victory even more important to the Pirates.
"It's going to be a lot of fun," said third baseman Pedro Alvarez, who has homered in both NLDS games. "It's two great ballclubs going at it and a great atmosphere in Pittsburgh. We're looking forward to it. We're ready to have some good ballgames in Pittsburgh."
Liriano celebrated the win over Cincinnati by being even more quiet than normal, although truth be told, he was more quiet than he wanted to be. He was suffering with a sinus infection that night, and after the game, he downed water and antibiotics while his teammates showered in champagne and beer. But as sick as he was, Liriano's two-seam fastball and hard slider forced a whopping 14 groundouts, and the Reds' left-handed power hitters -- Joey Votto, Jay Bruce and Shin-Soo Choo -- are the ones who need an entire winter to recover.
Tale of the Tape: Game 3
|Joe Kelly
|Francisco Liriano
|2013 regular season
|Overall: 37 G, 15 GS, 10-5, 2.69 ERA, 44 BB, 79 SO
|Overall: 26 GS, 16-8, 3.02 ERA, 63 BB, 163 SO
|Key stat: Kelly posted a 2.07 ERA on the road in the regular season.
|Key stat: Liriano went 8-1 with a 1.47 ERA at PNC Park this season.
|At PNC Park
Career: 3 G, 2 GS, 2-0, 0.64 ERA
Career: 13 GS, 9-1, 1.55 ERA
|Against this opponent
Career: 8 G, 4 GS, 3-2, 3.38 ERA
Career: 4 GS, 4-0, 1.16 ERA
|Loves to face: Neil Walker, 2-for-11, 3 K
Hates to face: Russell Martin, 3-for-4, HR
|Loves to face: David Freese, 0-for-8
Hates to face: Matt Holliday, 4-for-10, 2B
|Game breakdown
|Why he'll win: In his three starts against the Pirates this season, Kelly allowed two runs in 18 innings (1.00 ERA).
|Why he'll win: In four career starts, Liriano has won every time he's faced the Cardinals, posting a 1.16 ERA.
|Pitcher beware: The Pirates are averaging 5.6 runs per game over their last five contests at PNC Park.
|Pitcher beware: Liriano has a 4.50 ERA (13 earned runs in 26 innings) in the first inning this season.
|Bottom line: Kelly has come in as a reliever in the postseason, but has never started a playoff game. He'll need to keep his composure and pitch the way he did in September, when he posted a 2.10 ERA.
|Bottom line: Liriano needs to keep feeding on PNC Park's home cooking, continuing the dominance he showed in the NL Wild Card Game against a team he's had a lot of success against.
Liriano reported Saturday he's "kind of sick, my nose and throat." But what he said next matters most: "It doesn't bother me to pitch. I'll be OK."
The deep Cardinals will likely try to combat Liriano by inserting right-handed-hitting Shane Robinson in center field and Pete Kozma at shortstop for Jon Jay and Daniel Descalso, respectively. Robinson could bat leadoff and Carlos Beltran cleanup in a slightly reconstituted batting order, which will be trying to concentrate while surrounded by a crazed crowd.
"You know it's going to go down the wire. I think a lot of people expect that," St. Louis third baseman David Freese said. "Liriano has done a heck of a job against us. That place is going to be rocking, but we're going to be ready -- 1-1. It's not going to get any better than that."
The Cards need to find something that works.
"I hope the mindset is they can't wait to get back out there and compete, regardless of who they throw out there against us," Cardinals manager Mike Matheny said. "We've had some matchups with some guys that have had success against us in the past, and they've been able to get past what the projections are and just play the game.
"That'll be encouraging. They're going to do what they want to do and think how they want to think, but it would surprise me if they're doing anything different than just getting ready to go out and put their best foot forward."
Liriano won all three regular-season starts against the Redbirds, holding them to a .127 batting average and a .179 on-base percentage while posting an 0.75 ERA in 24 innings. Two of the wins -- a four-hit effort in a 9-2 victory on July 29, and a two-hit, eight-inning performance in a 5-0 victory on Aug. 30 -- were at PNC Park. Just to show the Cards that he's not just a hometown warrior, he threw a four-hitter to beat them, 5-1, at Busch Stadium on Aug. 14.
Liriano's last victory over the Cardinals put the Pirates in a tie for first place in the NL Central and helped solidify the fact that Pittsburgh would be afflicted with baseball fever into the postseason. It's only right that his next opportunity to feed the fever is at PNC Park.


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Sadie Frost
Personality Number 5
Sadie Frost is an English actress, producer, fashion designer and businesswoman who has started her modeling career at the age of three, and runs fashion label Frost French and a film production company by the name of Blonde to Black Pictures.
She was born on Saturday June 19th 1965, in Islington, London, England.
Sadie Frost is a stimulating person. She brighten social gatherings with her fresh and original ideas. Her conversation tends to be sprinkled with novelty and wit. Sadie has a quick tongue and charisma. She is probably an excellent salesman. There is a lot of nervous energy within her looking for an outlet.
Frost loves her freedom and she sees this life as an ongoing adventure. She is upbeat and optimistic. This is infectious for those Sadie Frost meets. As a result, Sadie inspires others.
She has a strong and attractive body, with good muscle tone. Sadie's movements are supple, graceful, and athletic.
Frost's bane is that she loves to indulge her senses with food and drink and can easily gain weight. She has an appetite for anything that stimulates the senses - sex, food, alcohol, and drugs. Discipline is a necessity for her. The negative side of a 5 Personality Number can give rise to an addictive personality.
Sadie Frost likes to dress fashionably and can get away with more colorful clothes. However, she should be aware of the value of quality and the power of modesty.
She is a little irresponsible and quick in satisfying her sensual urges. Sadie is attractive and that, coupled with her innate ability to promote herself, makes it easy for her to satisfy her desire for new and exciting relationships.
Frost has a kind of swashbuckling personality. People see her as the adventurer that she is. They expect the unexpected from her, and when they do not - Sadie often surprises them.
Sadie Frost has a quick and eclectic mind. She attracts information from all directions, but she can be a bit superficial, skimming over the surface of a wide diversity of subjects. This may cause Sadie to be a bit of a dilettante. She can get away with it much of the time, but for her own success and happiness, Frost should try to ground knowledge and deepen her understanding.
Sadie Frost's versatility and adaptability make her capable of getting the most out of virtually every opportunity in life. She decides quickly on a course of action and her timing is usually good. Sadie radiates with the potential for success, which attracts others who can further her along her path.
You and Sadie
About Sadie's Personality number
Frost's Personality number often serves as a censoring device, both in terms of what Sadie sends out, as well as what she allows to approach.
It discriminates in the kinds of people and information Sadie Frost lets enter her heart and mind.
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Vending Machine Grows 20,000 Heads of Lettuce a Year Without Sunlight
by Brian Merchant
from: http://www.treehugger.com/
Photos: Dentu
This is how we shall grow produce in the post-apocalyptic future
Finally -- a device that will guarantee we can still grow vegetables in the dark, after a nuclear holocaust has blocked out the sun or rampaging zombies have taken over our farmland. This Japanese lettuce-growing vending machine has been making the blog-rounds over the last few months, both because it doesn't require sunlight (it uses fluorescent bulbs) and because of the surprising yield it can churn out: 60 heads a day, or over 20,000 a year.
DVice explains:
But at least Soylent Green won't be the only menu item in the dystopic urban wastelands of the future.
The machine, called the Chef's Farm, was developed by Dentsu and can produce 60 heads of lettuce per day (or 20,000 heads per year) grown under 40 watt fluorescent lighting housed in a chrome housing that can be stored conveniently in any restaurant.It can evidently grow other kinds of veggies as well.
The portable fluorescent garden goes is on sale for $90,000, with the target market ostensibly being restaurants that want locally manufactured, sun-free vegetables on site.
Re-Nest has more:
Chef's Farm comes with five nutri-culture beds, which are each installed on long and thin metal frames. The lettuce seeds are planted in sponges in frames that have to be moved manually ... The lighting equipment, culture solution, and temperature can be controlled for each bed, and five different vegetables can be cultivated at the same time.
Obviously, shining twelve 40 watt bulbs on a shelf of seeds isn't the most efficient way to grow veggies, and there's no word on just how much water these 'nutri-culture' beds consume to pump out the lettuce at such a rapid clip -- and there's no word on the quality or nutritional value of the lettuce either. I suppose it would cut down on delivery emissions, but not much more than using locally-sourced produce.
But at least Soylent Green won't be the only menu item in the dystopic urban wastelands of the future.


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Club Briefs: Knights' Friday Fish Fry, more
Marco Cruise Club – Public service
The Marco Cruise Club with the assistance of the Marco Police Department announces a joint community service project for all of Marco Island. City Ordinance states; under Sec. 54-112. – additional requirements – (d) all boat dock facilities, regardless of length or protrusion, shall have house numbers. The Marco Cruise Club as a community service project is offering to put house numbers on any residential dock on Marco Island for owners who for any reason cannot put the numbers on themselves. To schedule an appointment for the club members to come to your home call Geoff Fahringer at 239-253-4091.
About the club: Founded in 1975 MCC is one of the oldest boating clubs on the island. Marco Cruise Club is a friendly, welcoming place for newcomers, as well as, salty veterans who enjoy good boating times and a variety of social activities. Whether it's sunset cocktails on the beach, a fishing contest, steak fry, barbecues or boating activities such as day and overnight cruses, we have lots of fun. Marco Cruise Club currently offers membership to boating enthusiasts. For more information visit marcocruiseclub.com., call Deena Procopio 239-642-9408, 315-481-0321 or email firstname.lastname@example.com.
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Marco Bay Yacht Club to expand membership
In recognition of the constant and substantial growth in our portion of Southwest Florida, the Marco Bay Yacht Club, has voted to amend their by-laws and accept membership applications from the land-locked communities of Hammock Bay and Fiddler's Creek, subject to all other requirements. Among the other requirements: a 20' or more powerboat that is berthed on Marco, Goodland or Isles of Capri, and has passed a safety test determined by the U.S. Coast Guard, although the Club's safety officer will provide an inspection and sticker at no cost. nnual dues are $150, and there is a $250 one-time initiation fee. Additional information is available at the Club's website: marcobayyachtclub.com.
About the club: Marco Bay Yacht Club is the oldest and most active yacht club on Marco Island with numerous cruise and social events a year. The club has boating events for both large and small vessels. There's a club social at CJ's on the Bay at 4:30 p.m. on the last Monday of the month. New potential members are always welcome. Come visit and see if this is the boating club for you. Information: Judy Sacher, Membership Chair, 239-777-4604 or email@example.com.
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Gourmet Stud Muffins
The Gourmet Stud Muffins is a men's social club committed to the cooking and enjoyment of food: the history, preparation and eating. The group hosts regular events at a member's house. Each member hosts at least one event a year. Participants contribute to purchase the food and help with preparation, sharing recipes, learning new cooking skills and ultimately enjoy a meal together. Information: Bruce Novark at firstname.lastname@example.com.
Newcomers Club
Newcomers meet at 11:30 a.m., the second Wednesdays of the month at the Hilton Marco Island Beach Resort and Spa. If you would like to attend a luncheon and join in the fun and meet some fabulous women, you can contact our membership chairs at firstname.lastname@example.com. (Note on the subject line Attention: Membership chairs).
Just Friends
Just Friends meets for lunch and socializing the second Wednesday of each month at 11:30 a.m., at the Marco Island Yacht Club. To become a member, you must have been a member in good standing of the Marco Island Newcomers Club for at least three years. President; Rose Kraemer. Membership information; Patty at 239-653-9229 or Trisha at 715-933-0883.Luncheon information; Sandi at 239-642-3333. Mail luncheon checks for $40.00 to Just Friends, PO Box 1685, Marco Island, 34146.
Duplicate Bridge Club
The ACBL sanctioned Duplicate Bridge at Jewish Congregation of Marco Island resumes Tuesday, Dec. 17, through March at the Synagogue, located at 991 Winterberry Drive. The game begins at 1 pm. For information contact the Chair-Richard Perlman at 609 306 9732.
Jolley Roger Crossword Puzzle Club
The Jolley Roger Puzzle Club meets every Wednesday afternoon to discuss, dissect and otherwise chat about The New York Times Sunday crossword puzzle. If tackling the Sunday puzzle is part of your regular routine and you would like to get together with people who share your hobby, call Lee at 394-1492 or Lynn at 609-678-0424 for meeting time and location.
Rhode Island Club
The group meets the last Tuesday of the month at 5:30 p.m. If you would like to join in a social event with Rhode Islanders who are wintering in Southwest Florida at a variety of venues, call Ann Sepe at 401-632-6099.
Marco Island Shell Club
Workshops for the 2019-2020 season continue through March 10. Workshops are held on Tuesday mornings from 8:45 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. at the United Church of Marco, 320 N Barfield Dr. Join us and become members to create beautiful Shell Art for our craft sales. Proceeds go to our education and scholarship funds. Contact us at www.marcoshellclub.com
Republican Club
Republican Club of South Collier County Speaker Series, 5:30 until 7:30 p.m., March 18, 2020, District 19th Congressional Candidates Debate; April 4, 2020, Celebrate Donna Fiala Event. Hammock Bay CC, 1370 Borghese Lane, Naples. Information: marcogop.org or call Litha Berger at 954-594-4990.
Calusa Garden Club
Business meetings begin at 12:30 p.m. and speakers begin at 1:15 p.m. the second Monday of the month, October through March, at the Fellowship Hall of Wesley United Methodist Church, 350 S. Barfield, Marco Island. Community members interested in gardening, floral design and environmental issues are welcome to attend and invited to join the group. Information: Susan Neustadt at 609.618.7357; email firstname.lastname@example.com; visit calusa.org.
Marco Island Lions Club
Meetings held the first Wednesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at Perkins Restaurant, 4335 Tamiami Trail East, Naples. Information: Bruce Miles, 239-394-1020. Club is not active in July, August and September.
Kiwanis Club
The Kiwanis Club of Marco Island meets the first and third Thursday at 7 a.m. for breakfast and meeting at Stonewalls, 551 S. Collier Blvd. Guest welcome. Information: President Pat Hagedorn, 450-8901.
Knights of Columbus #6344
Interested in joining the Marco Knights of Columbus #6344? Contact John DeRosa at 239-272-0816 or Richard Gabrys at 414-828-4408.
Italian American Society
The Italian American Society of Marco Island will hold their monthly meetings on the first Wednesday of each month, November though April, at Mackle Park's Community room. Doors open at 6 p.m. with meetings starting at 6:30. This energetic group of men and women are dedicated to remembering their roots while socializing through dinners, dances, bocce, trips, golf and so much more. Anyone over the age of 21 who is of Italian heritage or by marriage is eligible. For more information: iasmi.org or call Ralph Madonna, 239 970-2032 or Ann D'Onofrio, 239 642-3940.
Sunrise Rotary Club
The Rotary Club of Marco Island Sunrise meets 7:30 a.m., every Tuesday at Stonewalls, 551 S. Collier Boulevard. Breakfast starts at 7:30 a.m. with meeting following. Information: marcoislandsunriserotary.org.
Noontime Rotary Club
The Marco Noontime Rotary Club meets at 11:45 a.m., Thursdays at DaVinci's Restorante. Information, visit marcoislandrotary.org or call Linda Sandlin, 239-777-9200.
Marco Island Men's Club
The club meets at 10 a.m. the second Thursday of each month at United Church of Marco Island, 320 N. Barfield Drive. MMC is open to residents of Marco Island, Goodland and the Isles of Capri. Information:Charlie Erker at239-259-8054 or marcomensclub.com.
Marco Island Woman's Club
Marco Island Woman's Club awards scholarships to graduating high school students, who live on Marco Island, and supports various local nonprofit organizations. The group meets for lunch at 11:30 a.m. the first Wednesday of the month. Information: President Sue Ellen Welch at 781-635-5240 or marcowomansclub.com.
Democratic Women's Club
The Democratic Women's Club of Marco meets from 5 until 6:30 p.m. on the second Tuesday of each month at Mackle Community Park, 1361 Andalusia Terrace Marco Island. Our goal is to raise awareness of policy matters pertaining to all, and to encourage and support those qualified to seek elected office. We host monthly socials and coffees, as well as "Meet and Greets" for those running for public office. Contact email@example.com for additional information.
America's Boating Club – Marco Island
America's Boating Club, founded in 1914 as the United States Power Squadrons, is a national educational and social organization promoting boating and watercraft skills, safety and fun. Here on Marco, we enjoy boating cruises and social events, and conduct nationally recognized classes in boat handling, navigation, boating safety. The club also offers free vessel safety check certifications and performs public service surveys of our waterway navigation aids. Everyone with an interest in boating is welcome. For more information, come to our monthly social hour at CJ's every fourth Wednesday at 5 p.m., to one of our dinner meetings, or call us at 239/393-0150. Information: MarcoBoatingClub.org.
Coast Auxiliary Flotilla 95
The United States Coast Guard Auxiliary was created by the United States Congress in 1939 and is the leading agency protecting Americas Seaward Frontier in Recreational Boating. They are the Uniformed Civilian Component of the United States Coast Guard in nearly all mission areas. Several Boating Seamanship Classes are conducted year round at Marco Flotilla 9-5 Auxiliary Station, 905 Caxambas Pass Park. Information: 239-384-7416 or firstname.lastname@example.com.
Sailing Association of Marco Island (SAMI) is the club for those people interested in sailing or just meeting others who share a love of sailing. We have day or overnight cruises planned throughout the year, participate in a yearly regatta, meet for dinner or hold potlucks, and have interesting speakers. We welcome new members. Check our website: samisailor.org. Membership contact is Laura Kolpack at 608-385-8123.
Marco Island Yacht Club
When you cross the Jolley Bridge entering Marco Island, the first thing you'll see to the right of the bridge is the Marco Island Yacht Club (MIYC). Members enjoy a full calendar of social and boating events, plus waterfront dining with the most spectacular views on the Island. We are currently welcoming new members. Check our website marcoislandyachtclub.net or call our membership director at 239-394-0199.
American Association of University Women's Mission: Advancing equity for women and girls through advocacy, education, philanthropy, and research. The AAUW Marco Island Branch meets at 9:30 a.m., October through April, on the third Monday of the month at the United Church on Barfield Drive. Information:Susan Pullman 239-970-0241; membership: Linda Corea 410-652-4508.
Sailing solo singles group
Marco Lutheran Church's singles group meets on the fourth Sunday of each month from 4 to 6 p.m. Join for refreshments, discussions, programs, projects and lots of good friendship and fun. Information: 394-0332.
Marco Island Writers
Marco Island Writers meets from 6 until 8 p.m. on the second Wednesday of every month, year round, at Mackle Park Community Center, 1361 Andalusia Terrace; Marco Island (Burrowing Owl Room). Free. All skill levels welcome. Joanne Tailele, President email@example.com; firstname.lastname@example.com or marcoislandwriters.com. Note: August meeting is 6:30 until 8:30 p.m.; no September meeting.
Great Books Discussion Group
The Great Books Discussion Group meets the second and fourth Monday of the month from 3-5 p.m. Excerpts from great literature, including short stories are read and discussed. Information: George at 239-970-6644 or 610-710-5861.
Marco Island French Club
If you enjoy meeting new friends and conversing in French, come join the Marco Island French Club. Relaxed and friendly atmosphere "en français!" The pot-luck breakfast get-togethers are held on the first Friday morning of the month, with members taking turns hosting the group in their home or condo. Information: Isabelle Adly at 239-963-8646.
Civil Air Patrol
Marco Island Senior Squadron meets 7 p.m. the first and third Mondays in the CAP Hangar at Marco Island Executive Airport at the end of Mainsail Dr., off Collier Blvd. South (State Road 951). First Lt. Robert G. Boone, Squadron Commander, at 239-389-1273. Information: marcoislandcap.org.
American Legion Post 404
Meetings are held at 11 a.m., on the third Tuesday of each month at Marco Lutheran Church, 525 N. Collier Blvd. Marco Island; all veterans are welcome. By and act of congress signed into law by the President all active and honorable discharged Military veterans from 1941 on are eligible to belong to the American Legion. Contact info: John Apolzan at 317-432-7055 or Lee Rubenstein at 239-564-9894.
Marco Island Foundation for the Arts
Incorporated in 2003, the Marco Island Foundation for the Arts is a charitable non-profit 501 (c) (3) organization that strives to brig literary, visual and performing arts events to the Marco Island community. Board meetings are held on the third Tuesday of each month. Interested persons are welcome to attend. Information: 239-389-0280 or www.marcoislandfoundation.org.
Marco Island War Veterans
Meets the second Tuesday, at the Mutual of Omaha Bank on San Marco Road at 7 p.m. at the rear entrance to the bank. The group sells U.S.-made flags of all types at wholesale prices using proceeds for veterans' relief and welfare. New male and female veterans who served in combat areas are needed. Transfers are accepted from other Posts. Contact Dave Gardner at 239-289-5862.
Shrine Club
The Marco Island Shrine meets every Friday at 11:30 a.m. for fun and fellowship. All Masons and Shriners are welcome. Call for location. Information: Bob Bacon at 239-398-9957.
Daughters of the American Revolution
Chapter meets the third Thursday of the month at 10:30 at Island Country Club. Visiting and prospective member are welcome. Information, Karen Lombardi at 239-394-0028.
Sons of the American Revolution
Chapter meets the second Thursday of each month, October through May, at 11:30 a.m. at The Tiburon Golf Club in North Naples. Visiting Compatriots and prospective members are welcome. Information: email email@example.com or call Ed Lary, Chapter Registrar, at 239-732-7280.
Sons & Daughters of Erin
Southwest Florida Sons & Daughters of Erin meets at 6:30 p.m. the third Wednesday of every month at San Marco Catholic Church Parrish, 851 San Marco Road. Information: Kathleen Reynolds, 239-394-0220.
La Mesa Española
La Mesa Espanola meets Wednesdays (November through April) 8:30-9:30 a.m. at Stonewall's for coffee and conversation in Spanish. The group also sponsors films, social events, and a reading group. For more information, contact Michael Bombyk email@example.com.
Marco Island Paddlers Association
Marco Island Paddlers Association Inc. (MIPA) is a nonprofit association for people interested in Kayak, SUP or Canoe paddling in the broader Marco Island Area. MIPA host group paddles, training sessions, and paddle related meetings and events. Information: email firstname.lastname@example.com visit meetup.com/Marco-Island-Paddling-Association/.
Scuba Marco Dive Club
'All divers and water lovers are welcome to come join our casual gatherings the last Friday of the month, 6:30 p.m. at Scuba Marco (1141 Bald Eagle Dr). We share stories, meet new dive buddies, plan dive travel, and have monthly educational seminars. Refreshments provided. Call or email Jessi at 239-389-7889, firstname.lastname@example.com.
Car Guys Breakfast
First Saturday of every month at 8:30 a.m. at the Sand Bar, 826 E Elkcam Circle, Marco Island. Details call Keith Pershing 239-394-1887.
Marco Island Corvette and Muscle Car Club
Corvette and classic muscle cars gather every Friday at 8 p.m. in the Marco Town Center parking. All Corvettes and muscle cars are welcome. The club also hosts a weekly Saturday morning car cruise (10 a.m. until 1 p.m.) at the Marco Island Lutheran Church located on 525 N Collier Blvd. Information: marcoislandcorvettes.com.
Antique Automobile Club of America
The Naples-Marco Island Region of the Antique Automobile Club of America is now meeting at 7 p.m. every third Monday at the First United Methodist Church of Naples, 388 First Avenue South, Naples. Information: 239-642-0147 or naplesmarcoaaca.org.
Marco Island Road Runners
The Marco Island Road Runners Club meets every Saturday morning at 8 a.m. at Mackle Park. All running levels are welcomed. Find us on Facebook at Marco Island Road Runners or email Scott@ email@example.com.
The MIMYC sails Sundays from 2 until 4 p.m. at Mackle Park. The MIMYC has been in existence since 2008 and host the Annual Marco Island RC Laser Championships the first weekend of March. Information: 239-642-1825.
Toastmasters Club
Meetings are every Wednesday from 6:30 p.m. at the Centennial Bank, 645 East Elkcam Circle, Marco Island. Everyone is welcomed. Contact: Chris Pritchard, email@example.com or visit 1126118.toastmastersclubs.org/.
Marco Wine Tasting Group
Club's purpose is tasting wines and meeting new friends. This is not for profit and is noncommercial. If interested, call Carol Martin 239-784-3025 for details.
Civitan Club
Civitan International is an organization of volunteer service clubs around the world, dedicated to helping the needs of their communities with an emphasis on intellectually/developmentally disabled people. The Marco Island Civitan Club meets the first Thursday of the month at noon at Margarita's Restaurant plus social/educational gatherings. For information call Pres. Bob Kircher 239-774-2623 or e-mail email@example.com. Visit civitan.org to lean about the Civitan International Research Center.
Island Knitters
All knitters are welcome, expert to novice, every Wednesday from 12:30 until 3:30 p.m. at Mackle Park. Join us to share your stitches and your stories. Free of charge, walk-ins welcome. Parks and Recreation Department, Frank E. Mackle Community Park, 1361 Andalusia Terrace Marco Island. Information: 239-642-0575, cityofmarcoisland.com.
Marco Association of Condominiums (MAC)
MAC meets on the third Thursday of each month at 9 a.m. at the Marco Island Historical Society's Rose Hall (across the street from the library). Information: 239-394-3222 or mac-online.org for a listing of topics and speakers at upcoming meetings.
Marco Meetup Group
The group is a social activities club for adult couples and singles. There are no dues or fees. Information: 239-595-4661 or email@example.com.
Yiddish Club invites attendees to 2020 Season
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Alpha Chi Omega AXO alumni monthly luncheons
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Kappa Alpha Theta Alumnae
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K5MI Marco Island Amateur Radio Club
At 11:30 a.m. every Thursday at Joey D's, 701 Bald Eagle Dr., Marco Island. All hams and others interested in amateur radio welcomed for good discussion on all amateur radio topics. Marco Hams currently monitor repeater 443.65 Mhz plus 5 Mhz offset PL 141.3 Hz and the repeater is used for lunch talk-in. Contact Jim K3AVR 239-595-6683 or Bob W1IZT 239-287-3272.
Great Decisions of Marco Island
The Naples Council on World Affairs (NCWA) offers a small group discussion program on a variety of international topics of interest to globally minded residents. The group meets for two hours once a week during the season (January through March) for a total of eight weeks. There is a reading book provided and videos are also available. Participants must be members of the NCWA and must sign up for the Great Decisions Program (see NCWA website for details). Information: George at 239-970-6644 or 610-710-5861.
Safari Club International Marco Island
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One day in March of 2009, the proprietors of Redtube.com were minding their own business, streaming free pornographic videos to the public, when they received notice of a lawsuit against them in the mail.
"The ubiquitous distribution of free adult videos through redtube.com has had a massive negative impact on the business model of adult website proprietors," charged the complaint against Redtube owner Bright Imperial Limited of Hong Kong. "Now that consumers have the ability to watch high quality adult videos for free on redtube.com, fewer are making the choice to pay other adult website proprietors for the same content."
Thus, Redtube.com has caused "many millions of dollars of damages to proprietors of adult entertainment websites," including those of the plaintiff in this instance, one Kevin Cammarata of Los Angeles, California. This, he charged, was a violation of California's Unfair Practices Act.
Whatever you think about Internet porn, if you have any sympathy for online commerce you will be glad to know that this lawsuit failed. A California Appeals court has dismissed the case as a Strategic Lawsuit Against Public Participation (SLAPP) suit—an action designed to censor free speech.
"The publication of a video on the Internet, whether it depicts teenagers playing football or adult entertainment qualifies as 'conduct in furtherance of... free speech," the court ruled last week. "...All of Cammarata's causes of action arise from Bright's conduct of placing speech on the Internet where it can be viewed for free by the public. This is the 'predatory pricing' that Cammarata complains of."
The judges also took a look at the Redtube business model, and after a fascinating review of the history of broadcasting and the Internet, rejected the plaintiffs unfair competition claims.
Loss leader?
Welcome to the "tube" industry, a genus of raunchy online content sites that includes... well, just type "sex" and "tube" in a search engine and you'll be on your way.
Like any of these venues, Redtube doesn't post free nookie flicks as a philanthropic gesture. Many of the short films on the site are owned and distributed by pay portals like Brazzers and Bangbros, which advertise and convert Redtube watchers into buyers of the longer versions. Also involved in the venture are live chat services like Fling.com and Friendfinder, which banner heavily on Redtube's pages.
So although Redtube's videos are "free," the venue functions as a search engine and preview for these pay sites. They send Redtube a commission fee every time someone forks over credit card money for their services—or, consumers can access some of this content via paid premium subscriptions available on Redtube itself.
Cammarata both admitted and denied this reality in his lawsuit. "Initially redtube.com featured only adult entertainment videos for free," the filing acknowledged. "Now, Bright still displays streaming videos for free on redtube.com, however, it advertises a 'premium' subscription that permits additional capabilities, such as downloading the videos."
But the complaint still insisted that the real motive behind this business model was anti-competitive. Redtube's videos function as "loss leader" bait, he charged—super low price items designed primarily to take away business from other pay sites, a violation of the Unfair Practices law.
"These defendants are selling and giving articles or products, namely adult entertainment videos, at less than the cost of such videos to such defendants, for the purpose of injuring competitors and destroying competition," including Cammarata. This entitled him to "injunctive relief, treble damages and attorneys' fees," he thought.
Brought to their knees?
The Appeals Court's ruling showed some initial sympathy for the plaintiff. Cammarata's grievance is common among porn producers, the three-judge panel noted. "According to one adult entertainment executive, the formerly profitable subscription-based websites 'have been brought to their knees' by the tube-based sites," they observed without a wink.
But the justices could find no evidence that Redtube's marketing strategy had anything to do with putting the plaintiff out of business:
If Bright's business model sounds familiar it's because it's the business model typical of broadcast radio and television stations in the United States not to mention thousands of local newspapers and, more recently, tens of thousands of Internet websites including YouTube, CNN and Yahoo.
The undisputed evidence showed that Bright obtains most of the videos it shows on Redtube free of charge from advertisers who pay Bright to display their videos containing their ads. Fundamentally, there is no difference between Redtube and a radio station in the early 1900s that broadcasted records it obtained for free from a music store and, in return, told its listeners where the records could be purchased. (See www.oldradio.com/current/bc_spots.htm; last visited Dec. 7, 2010.) In both cases the broadcaster's purpose is not to destroy competition or a competitor but to attract patrons to its broadcast site where they will, hopefully, respond to its advertisers' messages.
Thus were Cammarata's charges dismissed not only against Redtube proper, but against Bangbros, Brazzers, Friendfinder, and other Redtube partners whom he also sued.
Bottom line: "If Cammarata's subscription-based website lost revenue after Redtube and other tube-based websites came on the scene it was because the tube-based business model is more efficient, not because of alleged predatory pricing by Bright," the court concluded.


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[Via Everything Is Terrible]