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Google Maps is stranding drivers in Australia's outback. Police in Colac, a city west of Melbourne, have reported various problems with the popular mapping software. According to police officers, the maps have provided incorrect directions, which have endangered drivers along the Great Ocean Road and in southern Otways.
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Below, find a few remarks made on this paper by the reviewers
of Cybernetics and Human Knowing, followed by my replies.
This paper is a discussion of computing and Turing machines from a somewhat
"second order" perspective. I am not too excited about it. It seems more or
less journalistic to me, without any really new ideas. It does discuss
issues that should be discussed in this journal, and it may stimulate
Since the journal is quite popular and concerning the philosophy
of "second-order cybernetics" rather than any formal issues,
it would be strange if my submission were of a different kind.
The paper was not intended to be an ordinary mathematical publication,
with much technicality and poor understanding of the sense of
the results derived. Rather, it had to suggest an alternative
to the blind manipulation with symbols, up to the necessity
of employing a way of reasoning different from the traditional
deductive scheme. The reviewer did not notice that in the text,
since he shared the common prejudices about "science-like"
discourse and could not conceive any other forms of reasoning
that are as precise, and more adequate for the subject under
The end of the paragraph is a contradiction to the previous sentence:
if the paper contained nothing new, how could it stimulate
The author airs ideas which in general are of interest to
the readership. However he is unable to simultaneously be
precise and understandable, that is, he takes pains to
provide (reasonable) mathematical definitions, but as soon
as the conceptual terrain gets rough, he retreats to vague
and airy prose. Moreover, I find serious problems in his
discussion of and arguments regarding extendible Turing
machines. But even if I'm mistaken here, he has a lot of
explaining to do.
Yes, the text is not readily understandable, since it is
based on the notions far from the mathematical tradition,
which could not be described in full in a paper subject to
the usual size limitations (<5000 words). Moreover,
this new approach can hardly ever be formulated completely,
since self-development is one of its basic principles.
There is a lot of explaining to do — but one of the
ideas discussed in the paper is exactly that there can be
no completely explicit formalism, and any
mathematical paper is bound to contain something implicit
in it, thus requiring a lot of explaining too. My paper
is more honest than the bulk of other "scientific" works,
since it does not try to hide the narrow places "under the
Indeed, I did not "take pains to provide (reasonable)
mathematical definitions" — the definitions in the
beginning of the paper just describe the usual notions, to
fix the terms. There are no mathematical definitions in
the paper, quite intentionally. The paper says that
mathematical defitions are a very particular case of
definition in general — so, I tried to avoid too
much dependence on the traditional formalism, to stress the
basic ideas. What seems "vague and airy prose" to the reviewer
is actually never less precise than the usual mathematical
methods, accounting for the implicitness inherent to all
the mathematical knowledge. I explicate what mathematicians
try to hide behind the superficial formality.
Furthermore, what sense would there be in publications which
do not leave room for further development? Why not first
announce a viewpoint. and then get engaged in explanations?
The demand to present a "ready-to-consume" work looks
most strange, since it is the basic mechanism of science
to suggest hypotheses which are to be verified later on.
Of course, I can agree that my style is not too crisp and
clear — but I read many papers written in a language
much more obscure and heavy, and this cannot be the true
reason of the reviewer's negative attitude.
Although I appreciate from my own experience how difficult
this topic is, I don't feel that the author, in the final
analysis, succeeds in presenting anything genuinely new.
That is, anyone who has thought seriously about this topic
arrives at much the same thoughts as the author, which
accomplishment is not to be denigrated, but the problem is
to get further.
If the views I present are that obvious, why there are so
few traces of them in the literature, and why there are
so many quite opposite views, indicating a rather poor
understanding of the problems related to development?
Where are those who "thought seriously about this topic"
and "arrived at much the same thoughts"? Are these thoughts
forbidden to publicly discuss? I'm afraid, the reviewer's
awareness of these issues was the result of reading the
paper, rather than his own achievement — and his
desire to get further was an intended effect. This is
what I wrote the paper for.
I have suggested that the middle of the paper be deleted,
and the author concentrate on his opening theme. But whether
this suggestion is of any use or not, the paper as it stands
must be rejected.
The suggestion to delete the parts of the text that contain
the new ideas might be an indication of the reviewer's fear
of them. I am advised to do nothing beyond the scope of
traditional mathematics, and to never try to point to its
insufficiency. But my interpretation of the traditional
line seems too dangerous to the reviewer as well, and he says
that the paper should not be published even if I removed any
"bad" ideas from it. No further comment is needed.


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mi link seh a tiefin fi lock up but a psychiatric disturbances fi di prolonged lock up mi gawn now
yup peer pressure is a hell of a ting an she known fi hav a maddy maddy luk suh mi nuh noe y she gah tief fi change yuh c seh dancehall is a recruiter doah believe di hype
unu fi show mi weh sheri thief. A mus people she a thieff fah – None a dem clothes she wear look thiefable. Not one decent outfit –
Yes Met she a follow dem and a get from bad to worse. Mi did kinda rate her as a outcast I even did feel sorry fi har. Dis nah mek it
Her mama should leave her ass in there to teach her a lesson. Your [email protected] obs a peer pressure got to her.
The hair look teefable
Met she a real people pleaser – I dont know dis gyal from now weh but she is in a constant fight for acceptance.
The church is one institution that she knows she will always be accepted. Why she want be accepted and popular in dance hall is questionable. and dem treat har so bad.
Sheri need a man.
cocoK all har church frock dem she wear guh dance dats ow much she neva belong but dis is di cost a fame mek mi c ow much a dem caw fine bail fi har
serva dem coulda been go fi har. money deh a road. …but she walk and cuss everybody –
sheri hav a man suh please lowe di chile wid har romance life yuh nuh c har man fresh fram anedda state ooooooooooo
see if a di church people alone and she go Jail dem woulda go fi har. But not di dancehall people dem…Dem a lef u fi hang. Lucky dem nuh call and tell di police dem some crime she do weh dem nah look pan. DWFL
wow dem a laaf afta sheri n wen she touch road dem a guh laaf mor but tru she need di "love" fram dem she a run rite bak inna top gardens guh support dem
him nah move right – she need a goood man – gi har some harddddddd f–k mek har keep quiet.
wow lissen to mih di tiefin charges drap dun an dealt with is diffrant ting dis oooooo wen yu hav psychiatric "issues">>>>outbursts, crying spells, etc yuh haffi get cleared mi dun chat di church is har rock run to dem sheri as fast as yuh can
wow den ow yuh noe seh di man naw duh dat membah wen yuh "ill" di man haffi tek time or em caw get charge fi hurting a poor soul
Met if u ever put up the mug shot u have to repaint the pink wall yellow cause the mug shot would a beat we bad in here today
They say that the eyes can tell so much about a person and har yeye dem look wild fi true…she nuh look too brite. I'm gonna say that I actually feel sorry for her. If only she could find ONE real good friend…
unu know seh unu hab di mug shot unu need fi send on cuz mi cyan find it
Serva u nuh easy a rahtid – she sick in har mind – har body fine – she get up go club, church and have time fi thief 2.
I use to tink she was a likkle off. But now me sure seh she a madd ooman
Ladywow why u can't behave urself
Thank You @ No Joke – mi nuh see one ting dis gyal wear we nuh look like thrift shop, consignement – second hand – twice removed
suh wow if she tief fram di thrift shop dem still a call police suh di clothes shudnt determine if she a clothes tief r not
She sick a ppl a talk about har old clothes dem that's why she went to boca in the ppl dm good good store
It is I Met.
KSTAR – Dats di one ting mi did rate bout maddie- she nain did business weh nobody a seh bout har clothes dem. And thiefing nah change di fact – dats her taste. she always look like she going to church.
I wonda if she selling some of da tings dem she thiefing. dem tings age appropriate for like a teenager – not a big ooman
Server all mi a seh if u a thief mek worth the thiefing . How long has she been a clepto..dis is serious she on da verge of a break down
Met Florida have nuff clothes stores – all shoes fi $5.98 and $8.98. and dem go inna di $8.98 and a thief. dem, have noice boutiques, di spanish dem have some nice store wid some nice club shandanglings a nuh di money – Is follow fashion
WOW membah seh tief a tief wedda cheap r dare nutten is worth dis much stress unless yuh use to it an she is no stranger to mad hous n stress mi a tel yuh n yuh naw lissen ooooooo meds meds meds
now yuh talking wow is not di money gyal juss lose harself n a falla poor mummy caw evn stretch now
Must lie ! She not really the thriving type* cover eyes in shame* hope is not Walmart she Tief from ! Poor ting please let it be a lie !
Den shi neva meet a look good man wah did buy up all dem nice food fi har weh day? A hope a nuh teef shi a teef fi impress him.
hellowww jules please doah kill mi off oooo bout nice food wile di man a buy di roadside chicken fi har gyal a dowse har wid hennessy…she muss shawt a clothes chek it out
Serva u too bad, but a so dem gal ya like follow head coulda sick likkle more she wah she a do she wah go impress people now she a impress the police bout crazy even tho she does look mad Nuh rass
Know weh she a do
Anybody know her full name?
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For the fifth year in a row, Montgomery County has been recognized for its data-driven management and reporting efforts with a Certificate of Excellence in Performance Management by the International City/Council Management Association (ICMA), according to a news release.
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Table of contents
The long history of adoption
Australian adoption legislation
Adoption legislation in Victoria
The Adoption Act 1928
The Adoption of Children Act 1958
The Adoption of Children Act 1964
The Adoption Act 1984
Amendments to the Adoption Act 1984
- a) The Adoption (Amendment) Act 1987 (Vic) introduced a range of amendments that extended and modified rights to obtain information and enabled increased access to information held by government bodies.
- b) Another amending Act (the Adoption (Amendment) Act 1989 (Vic)) expanded the categories of people who could apply for adoption information and clarified the prohibition against publicity regarding adoptions.
- c) The Disability Services and Other Acts (Amendment) Act 1997 (Vic) was an omnibus Act which amended the Adoption Act (along with other legislation) to remove mandatory age restrictions and extend the right to adopt to de facto partnerships.
- d) The Adoption (Amendment) Act 2000 (Vic) gave effect to the Convention on Protection of Children and Co-operation in Respect of Intercountry Adoption20 and to certain bilateral arrangements for inter-country adoption. It also provided a method for the wishes of a child to be considered in an adoption proceeding.
- e) The Adoption Amendment Act 2013 (Vic) removed the requirement to obtain an adult adopted person's consent before giving identifying information about the person to their birth parent. The 2013 Amendment Act introduced 'contact statements', which allowed an adult adopted person to specify their wishes in relation to contact by a birth parent, created an offence for the birth parent to contact the adopted person in breach of their wishes, and imposed a penalty of 60 penalty units (up to $9100 at the time). Parents, particularly those who had had their children forcibly removed, regarded the contact statements as hurtful and discriminatory. After a public campaign, provisions relating to contact statements and the associated offence were removed by the Adoption Amendment Act 2015 (Vic). Adult adopted people can no longer make contact statements. However, the adopted person, parents and other parties are able to record their wishes regarding contact on the Adoption Information Register. As all contact is mediated by agencies, efforts are made to ensure an adopted person's wishes are known and honoured.
- f) A further amending Act was passed in 2015, to enable adoption of children by same-sex couples and people who do not identify with a specific sex or gender. The Adoption Amendment (Adoption by Same-Sex Couples) Act 2015 (Vic) amends the Adoption Act to remove references to gender in relation to eligibility to adopt, and replaces the terms 'de facto relationship' and 'de facto spouse' with new definitions of 'domestic relationship' and 'domestic partner'.21 The latest commencement date for the 2015 Act is 1 September 2016.22
Closed and open adoption
National legislation and adoption secrecy
The clean break
Social change
- the ready availability of oral contraceptives from about 1971
- increasingly tolerant community attitudes towards ex-nuptial births and single parenthood
- the introduction of government benefits for single parents32
- access to safe abortion.
The development of open adoption
What is open adoption?
- meetings between adoptive and birth parents around the time of placement
- periodic exchange of information through an agency
- direct contact between parties, which may or may not be ongoing.
Open adoption in the <strong_em>Adoption Act 1984
Reports and reviews
Report of the National Inquiry into the Separation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children from their Families
[t]he impacts of the removal policies continue to resound through the generations of Indigenous families. The overwhelming evidence is that the impact does not stop with the children removed. It is inherited by their own children in complex and sometimes heightened ways.50
Victorian Law Reform Commission Report on Assisted Reproductive Technology & Adoption
Commonwealth Contribution to Former Forced Adoption Policies and Practices
- a) the role, if any, of the Commonwealth Government, its policies and practices in contributing to forced adoptions
- b) the potential role of the Commonwealth in developing a national framework to assist states and territories to address the consequences for the mothers, their families and children who were subject to forced adoption policies.53
- all jurisdictions adopt integrated birth certificates, to be issued to eligible people upon request, and that they be legal proof of identity of equal status to other birth certificates
- all jurisdictions investigate harmonisation of births, deaths and marriages register access with a single national access point to those registers.57
Protecting Victoria's Vulnerable Children Inquiry
Senate Committee report on out-of-home care
Adoption by Same-Sex Couples Legislative Review
- removing a limitation on the ability of single people to adopt
- 'achieving consistency' in the eligibility requirements that apply to married and
non-married couples
- including more matters, or removing the existing matters, that birth parents can express wishes about regarding adoptive parents.
Reviews of adoption laws in other jurisdictions
New Zealand (2000)
Queensland (2015)
South Australia (2015)
Human rights and the rights of the child
United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child
Victorian Charter of Human Rights and Responsibilities
- The right to recognition and equality before the law: everyone is entitled to equal and effective protection against discrimination, and to enjoy their human rights without discrimination.78
- The right to privacy and reputation: everyone has the right to keep their lives private. A person's family, home or personal information cannot be interfered with, unless the law allows it.79
- The right to protection of families and children: families are entitled to protection. Children have the same rights as adults, with added protection according to their best interests.80
- Cultural rights: people can have different family, religious or cultural backgrounds. They can enjoy their culture, declare and practise their religion, and use their languages.81


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NBA Star Says He Was Fleeced For $1 Million
PHILADELPHIA (CN) – Philadelphia 76er Samuel Dalembert claims six men, including an attorney, took him for more than $1 million by falsely claiming the money would buy him licensing rights in the movie "Speed Racer." Dalembert says the men had no rights to that movie.
Dalembert, a native-born Haitian and a Canadian citizen, sued the Art Asylum, a business on Broadway in Manhattan, and four of its employees or agents: Adam Unger, Alan Cohen, Newton Cohen and Joseph Daly. He also sued Philadelphia attorney and accountant Adam Simmens, whom he says also acted as an agent of the Art Asylum; and Theodore Pendergrass of Arden, Del.
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This Macaw flies alongside as he rides his moped along the coastal roads of Greece. It's lovely to see a pet bird not clipped and restricted to a cage or someone's living room but out flying and clearly enjoying every moment.
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Dramatic Eagle
Obviously he's received some alarming news. Short and sweet.
Pet Bird Is Lady Biker's Wingman
Pet bird escort in Thailand. Check out the bike too.
Goshawk Flies Through Tiny Spaces in Slo-Mo
Chris Packham puts a northern goshawk through its paces and it's all caught on camera in slo-mo so you can appreciate just how agile these birds are.
Adorable Cockatiel Sings Along to Piano
This bird singing his heart out will brighten up your day.


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I'm sure I've saw this problem on the forum before, but I can't find the thread.
I captured 1.5 hours of video from my VCR via a Hauppage Win TV card (first time I've done this), with the intention of burning it to DVD via Pinnacle Studio. The VCR was linked to the TV card via a lead with a yellow jack (composite video??) and also to the PC sound card. (I couldn't get any sound linking the audio through the TV card).
The video captured OK (massive file - 46GB) but the problem was when I checked it in Pinnacle, the sound and video were not in sync. It was OK at the start but gradually the video began to lag behind. After about half an hour the delay was roughly 3-4 seconds.
Is the problem due to the fact that the video and audio are coming from separate sources? Would it be solved if I could get the audio to link through the TV card?
Any advice would be appreciated.


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Meet the Mascots!
We would like to introduce you to Dexter, the Yorkshire Terrier; on duty at the Nature's Window warehouse. Dexter is frequently referred to as Tiny Tapper because his little feet travel the halls "supervising" the action!
Seen above, Dexter is taking a break from overseeing the shipping area to do a little paperwork :) Sooo don't be too suprised if you call Nature's Window and hear a little bark in the background - we assure you, it's a tough job keeping watch! No worries, he finds plenty of time to nap in a comfy chair before heading home in the evening.
Some of you may have been fortunate to meet Wendell (shown above), he shared many days with the folks at Nature's Window Warehouse. The Old English Sheepdog Angel Dog is dedicated to Wendell. May the sunshine always be on his side.
Alas, the latest addition to the Nature's Window Family! Annie (seen above) is a beautiful St. Bernard - 170 pounds and growing! She assists at the home office (although, truth to tell, she really does more sleeping than assisting...can anyone say couch potato?).
We don't just manufacture and distribute nature & animal themed products at Nature's Window, we live it! And yes, our furry friends are inspirational when developing our Decorative Wall Hooks!


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Black Chalkboard Sticks
Add a whimsical touch to your home and office decor and organization with these Black Chalkboard Sticks. These simple sticks feature a black chalkboard tag with a wooden border and long sticks. Use them with floral arrangements, centerpieces, party decor, office supply cabinets, and more!
- Length: 8 3/4"
- Width: 2 7/8"
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Happy Wednesday, beauties! Do you ever just think to yourself, "If I could wear one outfit everyday, what would I wear?" Well, I do and 99.9% of the time I want to be cute and comfy! With that being said, when I wore this black sweater dress from Zara on the first day of our trip to Paris I knew that me and this sweater dress would be seeing a lot of each other. Our first day in Paris ended up being rainy, which is why this outfit was perfect. It was warm, but also allowed me to show my chic-ness.
OOTD: Stripes, Corduroy and Vans
Today is our third day in Paris, and I wanted to share with you guys my ootd! Due to the weather being gloomy and rainy, I decided to switch it up by wearing my classic high-top Vans to get me through the long walks from sight to sight. With my sneakers, I wore a black and white striped turtleneck from J. Crew and my favorite corduroy pink pants from Zara. Because of the cold, I couldn't help but to layer up – wearing my black leather jacket and tan coat (both from Zara). For accessories, I wore my boyfriend's corduroy black beret and my gold and black fringe purse from Urban Outfitters centuries ago.
VLOG #4: NYFW – Chromat, Soko Glam and Mint Swim
Parisian Flare with City Girl Looks
I feel like the weekend has been calling my name since the last weekend – does anyone else feel that way? Ladies, we have survived a long week, so go out today and celebrate! As of late, I've been itching for a vacation and to get away from the city for a bit. Knowing that my vacation won't be until March, I decided to add some Parisian vibes to be OOTD look – bringing some Paris inspired flare into these NYC streets!
OOTD: Shimmer, Fur & Frills
Hi guys! With this being one of my last blog posts of 2017, I wanted to share the outfit I wore for Christmas. This Christmas meant a lot to me – it was my first time being home in four months and this time around I was bringing someone very special to me *wink wink*, my lovely boyfriend! I was so excited for him and my family to finally meet, so this time I looked for a cute outfit to get into the holiday spirit. Keep reading for my holiday outfit details!
Sporty Weekend OOTD with Adidas
Hi guys! I'm back with an outfit post from my visit at the Louis Vuitton exhibit in NYC. Wow, was that exhibit so crowded, but that was definitely expected. There were so many cool pieces, from the beauty of fashion from how they designed their lugguage. The exhibit was curated by Olivier Saillard, who really made sure to capture the adventure of the House of Louis Vuitton from 1854 to the present.
Keeping It Plaid: Grey Turtleneck + Plaid Pants
As of late, I've been loving the plaid look. I recently purchased a pair of plaid pants that I'd been eyeing from boohoo.com, and was completely blown away by the amazing fit and feel of the piece. Firstly, for some reason I was expecting the pant to be a tad stiff but very fitted. To my disbelief the pants were SO comfy, making it easy for me to dress up with the feeling of being dressed down. I paired the plaid pants with a grey turtleneck – making sure to tuck this in to add a more sleek look. The accessories were very light, as I wanted to give all of the attention to my pants and the grey faux jacket that I was wearing with it. For my shoes, I decided to wear these cute black boots that I also purchased from boohoo.com. They're not the most comfortable, but they definitely added the right amount of flare to the look.
Oversized Sweater + Frilled Denim Jeans
Hi beauties! I've been so behind on the fashion posts lately, but I'm back with a bunch of new pieces from boohoo.com. I did a little Black Friday shopping, and really stepped out of my comfort-zone (you'll see the other items in another post). The look that I wanted to go for was very chic, but edgy. I wore an over-sized burnt orange sweater that had flare sleeves. The sweater was super comfy, and I was able to slightly tuck it into my frilled denim jeans as well.
My F/W 2017 Wishlist with SheIn.com
I don't know about you guys, but it's officially fall here in NYC. I know it's been fall, but just here in New York last week it was like 80 degrees and now it's cold and rainy. Yup, it's pretty official now. With that being said, I'm excited to bring out my fall attire for good! Yes, that means a ton of sweaters, fur jackets and Chelsea boots. Although I have a few statement pieces, there are always items that are on my wish-list. After hearing from my best friend about how much she loves SheIn.com, I definitely had to check it out to see what kind of items would fit in my F/W wardrobe. Keep reading for my wish-list!
NYFW: Zula Studio SS18 Runway Show
Hi beauties! I think it's safe to say that I've finally FULLY recovered from NYFW 2017. Wow, the experience was truly amazing, and it makes me see that I'm really growing as a blogger. Being able to see all of these inspiring shows are humbling – which is why I'm always so excited to share my experiences with you guys.


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Posh pups will love the feel of this Solid Dog Polo in Flame Scarlet Red!
Why We Love It:
The Solid Dog Polo in Flame Scarlet Red by Doggie Design is a sporty look with their signature logo on the collar. This 100% cotton pique polo will be a great way to have your dog stand out.
This dog polo is perfect for any occasion where your dog wants to be dressy without sacrificing comfort. This lightweight polo is easy to wear with pearlized buttons that make dressing a breeze. The tailored ribbed sleeves and high-cut stay-dry belly provide a great fit.
We love the vibrant red of this classy dog polo. This could be part of a patriotic outfit and would be a great choice for Christmas, Valentine's Day, or the 4th of July. It would be a classy look on the golf course or at barbecues.
Made of 100% cotton. Hand wash or machine wash in cold water on a gentle cycle. Line dry to prevent shrinkage.
Sure to be a favorite in your closet of pup clothes. Check out the other Doggie Design dog polos in solid colors and striped designs, sold separately.
Sizing Information:
X-Small: Chest 11" Neck 9"
Small: Chest 13" Neck 12"
Medium: Chest 16" Neck 13"
Large: Chest 21" Neck 16"
X-Large: Chest 23" Neck 19"
XX-Large: Chest 28" Neck 20"
3X-Large: Chest 32" Neck 24"
Important Sizing Note: The following measurements are the dimensions of the actual product, not of the pet they fit. After measuring your pet, make sure all measurements fit within the following dimensions (with a little room to spare in the chest and neck).Medium
Valentino ready for Xmas in his bright red shirt from BaxterbooBy Wanda on Nov 6, 2019
It's so hard to find shirts to fit Blitz (him being a large German Shepherd) so we were thrilled that you carry 3XL!!! It's still a little snug, but Blitz loves it!!!By Kate on Nov 16, 2018
This is Cash showing off his red polo shirt from baxterboo looking very handsome.By Maria on Mar 9, 2018
Seamus is our funny Corgi boy. He looks mega cute in his new red polo! The emblem on the collar is extra special!By Kelley on Mar 30, 2017
Great ProductPosted On 12/21/18 by Dulce M from San diego, CA Yes, Dulce M recommends this product!
Quick shipment, great quality for great price. I liked that it's cotton. The size chart is accurate. We have a corgi mix, his chest is for large dog and 2xl fits him ok just long. But I can hem it. I ordered 2 more items from them should arrive today. Thank you Baxterboo I will be buying more from you.
great for stocky pupsPosted On 05/03/18 by Gina D from Dallas, TX Yes, Gina D recommends this product!
My Bull Terrier Bonny loves this polo - its comfortable and its neck opening is nice and generous for a broad chested doggies - bigger in relation to the other same sized shirts..and it buttons! The little dog face on the collar is an added cuteness...
Nice Fit!Posted On 04/19/18 by Joanne from , LA Yes, Joanne recommends this product!
Love this polo on Maxim as the fit is sweet and the look is altogether precious. Add to that Flame Scarlet Red is Maxim's color! Will be back for more of these in other colors for sure.
Love this Polo!Posted On 04/08/18 by Joanne from , LA Yes, Joanne recommends this product!
Nice fitting polo in a bright flame red color! Perfect for my pal!
Flame scarlet poloPosted On 06/10/17 by Susan M from , MA Yes, Susan M recommends this product!
The color is great. The boy loves it.
Spiffy PoloPosted On 04/06/17 by Melissa M from , NY Yes, Melissa M recommends this product!
Material feels well-made and fits well.
I have ordered several harnesses from BaxterBoo. The selection is very good and I like the videos with some of the choices. I have hard to fit mixed breeds and this is the only place I have found good fitting harnesses.


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Google's stock Android clock app is now out there within the Google Play store, providing a new avenue to update it on units that include it. The app is following within the footsteps of many other Google apps and providers that have made their way to the Play Store, & the app is totally free.
There does not appear to be anything new with the app simply yet. However remember Google did buy Timely not too long ago, which had some actually wonderful features like the ability to sync alarms across units. So far we have not seen any of Timely's features built into the stock Clock app, however hopefully we will begin seeing a few of those soon since the Clock app is now within the Play Store.
According to the Play Store description
"Enjoy Google's materials design clock experience in your Android device. Set alarms, add timers, & run a stopwatch. Add your favorite cities to the World Clock pane. Connect with Android Wear to dismiss or snooze or alarms from your watch."
As you might already know, which means those with devices that do not ship with this app can simply download it from the Play Store.
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So now if you do not just like the clock app that the manufacturer made in your device, you may simply install Google's Clock app from the Play Store, and use it on your device.
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Trick Question For Obama's Economic Team
Tue, Dec 02, 2008 - 08:25am#51
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Re: hewittr and joe2baba
thanks for the reply
i see the problems with the unions.as i said it is not a perfect solution, but what human solution is perfect.
what i would like to see is a balance between bashing and praising. the unions deserve as much credit as blame for the life of the average worker in this country. worker safety and child labor just two.
i certainly do not agree with the division of labor. i worked on big condo jobs in florida and i could not go get a sledge hammer because it was the laborers job. so i had to stand around while the laborer went to get it. that is stupid no doubt. but lets not throw the baby out with the bath water. lets add some flexibility. obviously gm and other companies cannot survive with the huge pension and health benefits they are liable for. so again flexibility is needed. i have not been in a union in 28 years. i have been self employed all that time. i see the benefits of both.i myself can do just about anything in construction, carpentr(finish and rough) plumbing wiring masonry and a host of other stuff.
the middle class exists in large measure because of the unions IMHO
i dont necessarily want to see us live off the little brown and yellow people of the world either. they deserve a decent wage and working conditions. but thanks to the imf, wto gatt and nafta and the rest of the alphabet we are all being reduced to serfs.
if anyone has a solution i am all ears
I think the problem we have (I keep saying this- sorry) is the lack of education regarding very crucial principles. One, would be ethics, where ethical behavior is required for any system to run sufficiently (how they were designed). If we accept a system, then we sure as heck better start teaching our children, not of that system in particular, but of systems in general. I guess system depend upon responsible people- people you can depend. E.g. we depend on the pilot (not being drunk or skipping check lists), the pilot and the passengers depend upon the mechanics (not being lazy about scewing in bolts), the pilot depends upon the air traffic controller (to make sure he really is paying attention), the air traffic controller depends upon IT systems to make sure the computers will work properly and etc. We depend upon people all the way down to the maintenance workers. Of course they could slack off and they do, but when we (as workers cut corners and or find loopholes in the system, i.e. having others punch your time card, finding a place to hide, taking more than your share of smoke breaks) do this we are trying to cheat the system. Systems within businesses, homes/relationships, jobs, school, and etc. all depend upon the system to be run as it was created to be run. Of course we could all find loopholes within the system (to evade work or etc.) but eventually the system will crash (such as the money system, your marriage, your trust with someone, your job, etc.). So I guess a system is dependent upon ethical behavior for it to run sufficiently, i.e. if you don't want it to fail. Marriage is a good example of a system. If both parties follow the system (whatever you agreed upon, say, fidelity), then your system shouldn't fail (divorce). Of course you may not get a divorce anyway, but the probability of that system to fail is far greater than a couple who decide to follow their system of "trust". Because of so many variables involved in a system, one sure way to compensate for the variance is to make sure that people follow the system until they have a better way of improving the system. This, I believe, requires education. Educating children well enough so they know when and how to question the system and/or its authority. Of course systems should be thrown right out the window, say in a relationship where the spouse refuses to stop beating you, but if you attempt to prolong your relationship then your probability, of having children growing up in that type of environment, is high– since this person has not decided to throw out the system (of being married) then they have created a new system; one that requires abuse and so forth. These "new systems" (or bubbles/ derivatives) should never have been created in the first place!
Above is what I think is the "solution" to all of our worldly problems.
Regarding your last paragraph, I think we're (U.S.) is looking at a drastically reduced standard of living, at least one that will be closer to the majority of the world. I don't think we'll be reduced to a third world country, but I do believe that the demand for labor is low in comparison to the supply of jobs. This will favor any corporation…. which means they have all the power– But if they succeed in dividing and conquering us to cause us to fight each other for work then they will have won. We as a world must be able to come together to boycott work and products. How this can happen, I don't know. But as long as "they" can reduce us to starvation, we'd be willing to work for almost nothing. We might end up staying in the cage (labor camp) just to get food– even if the door is wide open. We must be educated enough to resist the temptation to be hedonistic, i.e. watching t.v. , at the point we don't know anything about living off the land ourselves. I can understand why anyone would starve in the deserts of Africa but I cannot commit to starving in the land we inhabit which is free of natural resources. Even as our standard of living decreases we must insist on bettering our education for ourselves and our kids. That means turning off the t.v!
Here is what will swing it for labor-
When we get sick of calling India to troubleshoot our computers,waiting sometimes hours talking to a pre scripted trained barely English speaking customer center in Bombay, or when we purchase warranties for products just because we need to take them back 2-3 times before we get one that works. When we get sick of wasting our time doing these trivial life consuming activities, maybe we will do it at home again, in America.
You know, I have a new Motorola phone over here in Taiwan, that was made in China of course. This is my third one in 4 months. If you don't take it back within 7 days (and don't even try and get your money back) the store won't give you a replacement, then you go through the factory replacement process, sometimes taking 2 weeks without having a phone.
People don't care about quality, they care about cheap and easy. They don't care about choices, they care about consumption. They don't care about ramifications, they care about gratification, as quick and easy and cheap as they can get it. Regards of labor, product or service.
Until this changes, until we change and get realistic and humble, it will get nothing but worse.
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Bosses vs Workers
I've been following this discussion re Unions with interest. Like you, Australia has changed from a conservative anti union government, to a conservative pro union one (left wing governments are a thing of the past unless you live in Sth America!).
Our previous Prime Miniscule (and great pal of the Shrub) had this idea that because everyone in Australia (a free country!) had equal opportunity, workers could become bosses, all they had to do was grasp the initiative.
Now what conservatives like him fail to realise is that to run your own business and staff requires a certain personality. I ran my own business for about 15 years, and whilst I loved the business, I hated running it, and never could have contemplated hiring staff. It just wasn't me. Then all my best clients went bust in the last recession (here) in 1990, and within a few years I just gave up banging my head against the proverbial brick wall and folded it all up. Retrained as a greenie!
What I'm getting at here is that some people are destined to become bosses, and others are not. Most of the poor buggers who are not so destined moreover need all the help they can get to not get ripped off, hence the need for Unions. Don't get me wrong, I can see why some people hate Unions, but it's also obvious why some people hate bosses. If only all people respected each other, we would have no need for these stoopid class differences, but they are here, it's a fact of life…
Move on.
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Re: Trick Question For Obama's Economic Team
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Queen & Adam Lambert (Melbourne, 2014)
You know which people are the worst? The people who hear the first few bars of Queen's Under Pressure, and then get disappointed when it's not Vanilla Ice's Ice Ice Baby. Those people are a disgrace to society. Thankfully, there were none of those fools at Rod Laver Arena on Friday night. Although there were plenty of bogans in trackies as is the norm at that venue it seems. It's freakin' QUEEN – HAVE SOME GODDAMN RESPECT! But there was one thing we were all united in, and that was our love for the greatest band of all time.
I don't see many concerts. In fact I've never seen a rock concert, just a few pop ones, and the great Peter Combe when I was four years old. Ask me who my favourite bands are and there won't be any from this century. I doubted I'd ever get to see my favourite band, Queen, but this year I got my chance! Sans Freddie Mercury of course, but with the addition of the guy I've always said is this century's Freddie – Adam Lambert. Of course he's no replacement, but he is a worthy stand-in.
Even though they're my favourite band, I'm not a hard-core Queen fan, and there were a few songs I wasn't too familiar with (6 of 22). But when they did the classics, they BRUNK it! All the classics we know and love: Another One Bites the Dust, Crazy Little Thing Called Love, Under Pressure, my favourite Somebody to Love, and of course the majors Bohemian Rhapsody, We Will Rock You and We Are the Champions. I FINALLY COULD SING ALONG AT A CONCERT! Instead of just bopping along like a tryhard to the inferior pop music of today. The only big number they didn't do was Don't Stop Me Now but I guess you can't have it all when their catalogue is that chock-a-block full of brilliance. Can you even think of a band that could ever compare? I think not. Their music is out of this world, and so many of today's artists cite them as influences, whilst of course never quite measuring up. Queen are freakin' Gods.
Every time they spoke about Freddie or showed him up on the screens I felt more emotional than I'd anticipated. He was before my time and so I didn't mourn along with the rest of the world when he passed away (or even know who he was). But GOD HE WAS GOOD! What a presence. Some reviewers seem hell bent on complaining that the show wasn't good enough without him, but do they really think the other option of just no show at all is preferable? Screw that. Give Adam Lambert a chance – his voice is PHENOM. And he knew he wasn't there to replace anyone – he was extremely humble and I respect him big time. Brian May obviously does too, and are you going to question his taste? I think not.
For a guy pushing seventy, Brian May still has it. His folksy number in the middle of the show wasn't a knockout – although he deserved more credit than what he was offered by the bogans who went to get Shiraz in plastic cups from the foyer during it. Have some respect, bogans. The guy is practically royalty. When he did the amazing guitar solos he is known for, he killed it. Roger Taylor was similarly impressive as an oldie on the drum kit, and the drum-off he had with son Rufus was pretty cool. (Imagine if your Dad was in QUEEN!) It was a little odd that they made no mention of fourth band member, John Deacon, who retired some years ago.
I have to mention the lady who sat in front of us. I personally decided at the start of the show that I would only take one photo for the night, because watching a show through a camera is a waste of an experience. I actually took three – my bad. But that was nothing on this woman. She spent no less than 2.5 songs looking down at her phone, creating an Instacollage of photos from the night, and uploading it to Facebook with the caption "Enjoying Queen". ARE YOU, LADY? ARE YOU REALLY? You paid $160 to see the greatest band of all time and will probably never again have the experience, and you needed to update your Facebook DURING THE SHOW? COULD IT NOT WAIT UNTIL AFTERWARDS? I could not even comprehend the stupidity. She literally did not look up in that whole time. I'm annoyed I wasted my time watching her, but it's hard to ignore when there's a bloody phone light in your face!
This was the first concert I've been to that I truly felt happy at – partly because I'd put the camera/phone away, and also because I actually knew the words to most of the songs. There's something about We Are the Champions that musters up some emotion in me – I think it's because it was always the soundtrack to my fantasy of the Swans winning the premiership (which they then did TWICE – BOOYEAH!) but man, this music will always live on as some of the best. All hail Queen. And put your bloody phones away.
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Newshub can reveal New Zealand Rugby didn't research the history of Crusaders before choosing the name in 1996.
Both their commercial director at the time and their consultants admit the brand was borne of a more ignorant time.
At the Crusaders' very first jersey reveal, a sword-wielding knight reflected Christchurch's English heritage. Locals like it and the Crusaders were born.
Twenty-three years later, the brand is now being criticised, because during the medieval Christian Crusades, popes and kings ordered soldiers to slaughter Muslims.
Brendon O'Connor was the New Zealand Rugby Union's (NZRU's) commercial and marketing director in 1996, as they rushed to start up Super 12.
"We researched the market and the fans," O'Connor told Newshub. "Once the name was landed upon, we focused on investing in those brands.
"We didn't do a lot of primary research into the history of those names at that time."
And looking back at that now, how does he feel about that lack of due diligence?
"I feel okay with that," he said. "It was a different time.
"If we were doing it now and that name came up, it would be a different situation."
Dave Clark Designs came up with names and logos, and in a statement, told Newshub: "The name we proposed - Canterbury Crusaders - was catchy and memorable, and seemed entirely appropriate for a sports team.
"If you think of what we have all learned since then about the troubled and troubling relationship between Islam and Christianity, probably not."
But O'Connor warns against taking sports brands too literally.
"When we talk about Steve Jobs and Apple, we are not talking about the fruit apple."
By considering a change, the Crusaders have already done better than the NFL's Washington Redskins - they refuse to alter a name Native Americans protest for its racism.
There have been successful re-brands, particularly across American sport. The NBA's Washington Bullets became the Wizards to counter gun violence, while baseball's Houston Colt 45s were renamed the Astros.
AUT professor Mike Hutcheson says fans strongly opposed to change usually stay loyal.
"It's essentially tribal," Hutcheson told Newshub. "In the end, people will stick with their tribe.
"They'll stick with the players."
The Crusaders' other option is to follow Major League Baseball's Cleveland Indians. They kept their name and dropped mascot 'Chief Wahoo', but the name 'Indians' is still criticised for cultural appropriation.
Hutcheson says halfway measures can actually retain divides.
"Everyone says there are two sides to a story, just as there are two sides to a rugby match. It doesn't mean the score should be equal."
The Crusaders face a tough decision on a name handed to them 23 years ago, but one that will be heavily discussed over the coming months.
Join us at 7:30pm Friday for live updates of the Hurricanes vs Crusaders Super Rugby clash.


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In Hardwick, Vermont, today, a woman approached me and said, I know you. As she spoke, I realized she had worked, over ten years ago, at State Street Market in Montpelier. Although that market had long since closed, and I had only rarely gone there, she remembered me with a small child. She said, Your little girl was so darling.
I listened while this woman unwound her life for me, spinning from a broken, unhappy marriage to touring as a circus cook, then living in a Buddhist retreat. Her face gradually rubbed into familiarity as I remembered those days from so long ago, my daughter's warm hand in mine, walking among the high shelves of that market, in a place I remembered as sunny. I had repeatedly purchased a few particular things: yeast for root beer I brewed in gallon jugs and sold at a farmers market, umeboshi vinegar, a carob-covered rice cake for my daughter. The hippiest, strangest collection. How she would laugh at this now.
While this woman leisurely told me her story, I missed my little girl, my ruby-lipped merry child, the world that seemed often merely the two of us. Listening as the woman told me of her cancer and surgery, her own healing, I thought of how my eyes often catch on my daughter these days, this tall and lovely young woman still suffused, chock-full, with that vibrant, radiant energy, yet blossoming into a flower with myriad, distinctive layers of petals. Within, though, that small child is folded within her being, as that younger woman with the packets of yeast in her hand is meshed through my own womanhood.
Unlocking the bookstore door this morning, above Hardwick's Main Street in the clear blue sky, nine turkey vultures circled, near enough I saw their tail feathers flickering in the breeze's constant motion.
On Columbus' first encounter with the new world…
…he said that it was such a joy to see the plants and trees and to hear the birds singing that he could not leave them and return. He says that this island is the most beautiful that eyes have ever seen.


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To become global IT Services delivering organization in "Design", "Development" & "Support" software applications and maintain strategic relationship with our clients.
With constant Innovative ideas and collaborative process, unleashing the power of Team work and by providing tactical solutions, we want to give a competitive advantage for our clients and partners and also better company for ourselves.
Team spirit, Commitment, Collaboration, Consistent and innovation are the crux of our business operations.


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Work package T1: Value Chain Analysis
Work package T1 aims mapping and assessing three value chains (VC): for apples, walnuts and herbs in the Alpine Space.
First, a criteria plan is drawn up for the analysis of the three VCs. Secondly, a market screening of these three VCs is carried out and exemplarily examined for active substances and analysed for key actors as well as innovation gaps, partners, measures and political interventions under bioeconomic aspects. Finally, we show areas with bioeconomic potentials and applications of apple, walnut and herb VCs.
Based on this knowledge we develop a standardised replicable roadmap for analysing bio-based value chains and potentials in the Alpine Regions.
Responsible partner: Kompetenzzentrum für Ernährung – KErn
Output: Roadmap for analysing of bioeconomic value chains
Period: April 2018 until March 2019


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What Is a Carbon Laser Facial?
Liquid carbon is applied to the face and then blasted off with a laser in this non-invasive treatment.
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A carbon laser facial is a type of treatment for the face and claims to leave skin softer, firmer and smoother. It is a non-invasive procedure and is sometimes called the charcoal facial or charcoal peel.
What is a carbon laser facial?A carbon laser facial involves applying a layer of liquid carbon over the face, which penetrates deep into the pores. A laser blasts the carbon away, with the light highly attracted to carbon particles.
It's claimed the carbon absorbs contaminants, and when the laser destroys the carbon it gets rid of these too. The laser is also said to remove dead skin cells, blackheads and oil. The process is meant to exfoliate the skin, supposedly reducing pore size, evening out skin tone as well as making the skin softer and appear more radiant.
The facial is said to be particularly beneficial for people with oily skin, as it reduces acne-causing bacteria and shrinks sebaceous, or oil, glands.
What are the benefits of the charcoal peel rejuvenation?
According to the Forever Clinic, which offers the treatment, there are many benefits.
The website says: "The laser treatment is suitable for all ages and can lighten age spots and dark spots, fade freckles, reduce wrinkles and fine lines, shrink pores, and remove blackheads and acne.
"It can also lift and tighten the skin, improve elasticity, moisturise and give a bright and radiant complexion."
As the laser penetrates the deep layers of the skin, it is meant to stimulate collagen production, meaning firmer, more youthful looking skin.
The benefits of the treatment are said to include:
- Reduces fine lines and wrinkles
- Tightens dilated pores
- Reduces acne, scars and post-acne discolouration
- Removes dead skin cells from the superficial epidermal layer
- Stimulates collagen growth
- Improves skin texture
- Clears pores to help reduce blackheads and whiteheads
Which celebrities use them?
A-listers Kim Kardashian, who is also a fan of the vampire facial, is said to get a carbon laser facial. Angelina Jolie and Jennifer Aniston, are reported to have them done.


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Pieter Desmet – Designing Emotions and PrEmo
Featured image source: http://bit.ly/1IB4BMp Pieter Desmet carried out his disseration on the subject of 'designing emotions'. At the moment I do not have the full paper but have read the implications and results of his work. I read a review of … Continued


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Can primary K-2 tests be adjusted for students who speak only Spanish?
Can primary K-2 tests be adjusted for students who speak only Spanish?
Katrina, can you please clarify what you mean by adjusted? Are you talking about adjusting the scores a child receives or are you looking for testing options in Spanish? If you can provide more information an answer can be more accurately provided. Thanks!
Katrina, I am going to make some assumptions about your question, so please correct me if I get it wrong. A bit of background before we begin. We are currently developing a Spanish version of our MAP Growth assessment. This would allow teachers to determine the language in which they administered MAP Growth assessments. I am not sure about the debut date for this version of our assessment, so stay tuned for more details.
In the mean time let me discuss a few points about our assessments. Schools/districts/teachers determine when and to whom they administer our assessments. The same goes for accommodations for the assessments. These types of decisions are meant to be made on an individual basis by the people working most closely with the students. In general, assessments are supposed to be informative; they either provide information about how a student has performed (summative assessments) or they provide information about how a student is performing so that the teacher can adjust instruction (interim and formative assessment).
In light of this information, I guess my questions for you are: What information are you trying to get from the Primary K-2 assessments? What are the school/district requirements for administering this assessment? What type of accommodations have you considered for administering to students that are not native speakers of English? What are the levels of your non-English speakers? What does the information that you get from this assessment tell you about this student's instructional level? and finally, How can you use this information to adjust instruction for your student?
You can find additional information about the Spanish version of MAP Growth for Math in our Knowledge Academy information. You will need to sign in to your account using your NWEA username and password. Once you are logged in, this link should work for you. https://community.nwea.org/docs/DOC-1654
In short, we do have a version of our math assessment available in Spanish. There are also some documents that are useful for families that have been translated. I hope this helps.
I'm going to look into it when I login today. There are a few 2nd graders
taking the Fall Growth Assessment who are unable to speak any English. This
data will be used to place students into RTI groups, set student goals, and
for teachers to make adjustments/differentiate lessons. This data can also
be a starting point for ESL teachers.
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This is a great way to use the data. Just so you know, some second graders take the MAP Growth 2-5 assessment and some take the MAP Growth K-2 assessment. The K-2 assessment is presented orally. The 2-5 assessment is written. Language learners vary as to which assessment is most appropriate, because some are readers in their native language and some are not. If you determine that oral language is the best mode of delivery for giving you the most accurate results, you may also want to consider the Skills Checklists that are part of the K-2 assessment battery. These mini assessments are focused on smaller skill sets and can be administered between interim assessment windows. There are Skills Checklists for both reading (10 different ones) and math (28...I think). They are administered just like the MAP Growth K-2 assessment, simply choose the appropriate Skills Checklist for the student.
So, how does the administrator set up the math assessment for students in
grades 2-4 in Spanish? There are students who need the test read to them
in Spanish.
Katrina Clavo, Math Coach and Curriculum Coordinator
Mildred Osborne Charter School
6701 Curran Blvd
New Orleans, LA 70126
504-400-0614 (office)
504-758-7712 (cell)
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Thrift Fest success
Approx 1,000 people attended and participated in Thrift Fest, the celebration of the 30th anniversary of Hastings Furniture Service on 22 September 2018 at the Hastings Centre. Thrift Fest gathered the local groups, clubs and organisations that are helping people live active, rich, creative, fulfilled lives without costing the earth to provide a day of activities for local families.
HFS are really grateful to all the groups and organisations that got involved, the Hastings Centre and Kings Church, and all the people who came along and took part on the day.
The mosaic many hands made
One of the many craft-based workshops on offer at Thrift Fest was a mosaic-making session run by local art project, Mosaic Malarky. Using tiles and crockery donated to HFS stores, and with a design based on the HFS logo, the mosaic was put together piece by piece by visitors to the event under the expert eye of Mosaic Malarky founder, Em Frankish Law.
The mosaic has now been grouted and delivered to our Bexhill store where it will be on permanent display as a reminder of the 30th anniversary and the Thrift Fest community event.
Book-Swapping takes off
One of HFS's newest projects, BookSwapBoxes, is already making an impact in the local community.
Two boxes have been installed so far, one in Rock House, a non-profit co-working space for small creative and digital enterprises, and another outside Pathways, a supported housing service for people with mental health issues.
Both boxes were made from upcycled furniture, and created by HFS workshop tutor, Ron in collaboration with volunteers from each of the organisations.
As well as encouraging people to swap and donate books, HFS are also asking users to provide feedback to help shape the project as it grows.
Work is already underway on a BookSwapBox for Churchwood Primary Academy, and next in line is Eat@ Café in the centre of Alexandra Park. HFS have also been contacted by a number of other individuals and organisations keen to get involved in the project.
Charity of the Year donation
HFS's 12-month stint as King's Church's Charity of the Year has come to an end, and they were absolutely delighted to be given a cheque for £4,200 raised during the church services – and also via a couple of charity donation days in the Hastings Centre car park.
In addition to this generous donation, King's Church also gave HFS the use of the Hastings Centre for free for their Thrift Fest and were hugely supportive in the organisation, promotion and set up of the event.
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Audition Notice: Miracle on 34th Street
A Live Musical Radio Play
Adapted from the 1947 Lux Radio Broadcasts by LANCE ARTHUR SMITH
Original Lyrics, Music & Arrangements by JOE LORENZ
Presented by special arrangement with Steele Spring Stage Rights, Inc.
Director: Jere Rae Mansfield
Co-Producers: Cheryl Mastrovito and Jim Bukowski
Music Director: Jim Holmes
Audition Dates & Times:
Sunday, October 13, 2019
7pm - All Susan's, Doris's, Kris's
7:30pm - All other roles/Quartet
Monday, October 14, 2019
7pm-All Susan's, Doris's, Kris's
7:30pm - All other roles/Quartet
Audition Location:
Conejo Players Theatre
351 S. Moorpark Road
Thousand Oaks, CA 91361
Performance Dates:
December 6-15, 2019. 8 performances. Friday and Saturday at 8pm/Saturday and Sunday at 2:00pm
Audition Requirements:
Prepare one minute of a standard musical theatre song, and bring an alternative selection as backup. Bring sheet music in your key; an accompanist will be provided. A CD or music device with accompaniment-only track is also acceptable, provided it is edited and cued correctly and saved locally. (Please no YouTube recordings or anything that relies on a wireless signal.) The role of Foley Artist/Announcer has been cast. There will also be readings from the script. Non-equity, NO PAY.
Rehearsal schedule to be determined and will be posted at auditions. In general, most rehearsals are weekday evenings beginning at 7pm. Some weekend rehearsals may be scheduled. Please be prepared to provide any conflicts between October 15 th through December 1 st . No conflict accepted from December 2-5 or during any performance dates.
Plot Summary:
This is the classic Christmas tale of the power of hope and belief presented as a 1940's radio play with authentic musical stylings of the 1930's and 40's. Favorite stars of the day gather to perform this endearing holiday tale before a live studio audience complete with live sound effects.
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Character Breakdown:
KRIS KRINGLE: Santa Claus. Older man (beard optional). Non-singing
DORIS WALKER: Female late 20's to late 30's. Macy's public relations expert. Alto/mezzo-soprano C4-C5
SUSAN WALKER: Her precocious daughter age 8-10 C4-C5
FRED GAILEY: Male 30's to 40's. Lawyer, looking for love and a miracle. Baritone/tenor Bb3-G4
MALE CHARACTER ACTOR: 25 or older. Various. Versatile. Baritone B3-E4
FEMALE CHARACTER ACTOR: 30 or older. Various. Versatile. Soprano C4-E5
FOLEY ARTIST: This role has been cast.
40's Quartet: 2 male/2 female. Onstage singing roles only. 20 jingles/numbers. Tenor-B2-G4, Bass A2-F4, Soprano B3-G5, Alto B3-E5
*Note: All actors except the two playing KRIS and SUSAN may play multiple roles


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The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (33°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29°C).
The month with the highest average low temperature is September (22°C).
Coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (18°C).
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (237mm).
The driest month (with the lowest rainfall) is January (43mm).
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (15 days).
Months with the lowest number of rainy days are February, March and April (8 days).
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (29.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (26.9°C).
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13.2h).
The month with shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h).
The month with most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h).
Months with least sunshine are May, September, October, November and December (Average sunshine: 7).
Months with the highest UV index are March, April, May, June, July, August and September (UV index 12).
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text: On Saturday, August 18, Granville Street (between Robson and Dunsmuir) will shake it! The Brazil Fest is coming to town and it may attract over 17,000 people. The festival will showcase the best Brazil has to offer in music, dance, food and film. This is a great event and an opportunity to keep the summer alive for all Brazilians and lovers of Brazilian culture.


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Classic Theatre Festival
The 2020 Classic Theatre Festival summer season has been announced! Tickets on sale NOW!
Affairs of State (June 26 to July 19, 2020), is Louis Verneuil's classic post-war comedy about a Washington, DC love triangle that provides plenty of comic relief and political intrigue ahead of the 2020 election! This story about the machinations that go into the selection of a new Secretary of State has all the wit, charm, and intelligence of the classic Spencer Tracy/Katharine Hepburn 1940s comedies, and it ran for over two years on Broadway when first produced.
The Philanderer (July 24 to August 16, 2020) is George Bernard Shaw's hilarious comedy exploring the ideas of the "New Woman," the absurdity of early divorce laws, and medical quackery. Like many great Shaw comedies, it was banned for over a decade when first written. As with other very popular Shaw plays that have graced our stage, this show features memorable characters and funny moments that remind us of the very human challenges we all face, and the very human (and all too often foolish) ways with which we respond.
Sleuth (August 21 to September 13, 2020), is Anthony Shaffer's gripping tale of a successful mystery writer who, obsessed with game-playing and deceptions, takes things too far, dangerously blurring the line between reality and fantasy. This Tony-Award winning smash hit – it ran for over 3 years on Broadway – is an endlessly clever and always surprising edge-of-your-seat show that became a film starring Michael Caine and Laurence Olivier.
We continue to offer hugely popular pre-show talks that discuss the context and story behind the play, engaging Canadian theatre history exhibits, a fantastic loonie/toonie book sale full of summer reading bargains, and great partnerships for fine dining and accommodation.
Our intimate mainstage space (110 seats) is air-conditioned and wheelchair accessible, with a hearing assist system available. Our friendly, welcoming staff won top ranks in the OHvation customer service ranking, and there's a fully stocked concession area with ice cream, coffee, chocolates, and other treats. Audiences love this golden era because the plays are familiar and accessible, with stories and characters they can easily relate to.


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If the Conservative Party is ever to be in power again, it absolutely has to win the next general election with a comfortable majority.
If we go to the country on 38% or 39% it will not be enough, and we will be forever in opposition, no matter what percentage of the vote we pull at any future election – we will never be in government again.
In the event of a hung Parliament, the Liberal Democrats and the Labour party have one thing in common, a desire to keep the Conservatives out of power.
Remember, the majority of Liberal Democrats are left of New Labour; they would have a long political journey to even get close to the left of the Conservative Party.
This is very obvious during long debates in the chamber. If a Conservative MP makes a good point or speech, a Liberal Democrat will intervene with a line totally in sympathy with the government's position.
Sometimes I find this breathtaking. When I recently attacked the government and the Public Health Minister over sexual health and the out of control rise in STIs amongst teenagers, Sandra Gidley, the Liberal Democrat, intervened and attacked me, with much encouragement from the government front bench!
If you sit in the chamber for hours and absorb the minutia of the debate you can see very clearly what is happening. The Liberal Democrats have no natural synergy with the Conservative Party. Too many of their seats have a Conservative as a close second. They like to bash the government, but they relish attacking the Conservatives.
Ming and Gordon are friends. If we have a hung Parliament there will be another Lib-Lab pact and the price will be PR, which is being used in the Scottish local elections this time round. PR is already knocking on the border.
Gordon will be pragmatic enough to realise the New Labour salad days are over.
A Lib-Lab pact will be the lesser of the evils. PR will be the price, but Gordon will have had his time as PM, and the upside of course is that never again would Labour be forced into opposition for eighteen cold years as it was last time.
PR won't seem too big a price to pay to ensure that the Conservative party never takes power again.
A You Gov poll this week found that 62% of the electorate regard no political party as representing their views. Music to the ears of UKIP and the ever growing political fringe.
I am trapped, it's a snow day. I am now going to go and lie on the sofa with my daughter, a box of left over Ferrero Rocher from Christmas and watch Shakespeare in Love. We did this last snow day last year, and the year before, same DVD! I love traditions!