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Website availability – whilst we aim to keep all communication with and transactions via our website free from interruption and failure, this cannot be guaranteed at all times. It may be necessary to interrupt the availability of our website without notice for essential maintenance and repair.
We are the owners of our website along with the copyright, trade names and marks and all the intellectual property rights subsisting in the contents on our website. You are not permitted to reproduce copy or download (except as expressly permitted) any part of our website, including the course code, which is prohibited by copyright law.
Classic Collection are committed to protecting your privacy, we use the information we collect from your shopping experience to process orders. We will only use the information that we collect about you lawfully (in accordance with the Data Protection Act 1998). If you agree to join our mailing list then we use the e-mail address you supply, to inform you of updated product information and special offers. Please read on if you wish to learn more about our privacy policy.
What information do we collect?
When you order we need to know your name, shipping address, e-mail address, credit card or debit card number and expiration date and CSS code. This allows us to process your order. When you sign up to our mailing list we only need to know your e-mail address and you will be sent details of new products and special offers in the store.
Do you use cookies?
Yes we use cookies to enable a better shopping experience. Cookies are small pieces of information stored locally on your computer by your browser. We use cookies to enable you to hold the content of your shopping basket between visits; we do not store any personally identifying information in these cookies.
Will we sell your information?
Classic Collection does not sell any information about their customers; it's as simple as that. We will not forward your details on to any third party at any time.
If you have any comments about our privacy policy then please contact us:
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Telephone: 00 44 (0)7770 756760
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Classic Collection's online shop uses the latest encryption technology (SSL) to ensure that your transactions with us are secure and protected. This software ensures that no third party can access your details. When you proceed to make your purchase your browser makes a connection to the secure section of our website. Your browser will show a padlock on your screen showing that it has made a secure connection and depending on which browser you use a window may pop up to notify you that you are entering this safe area.
We try to the best of our ability to ensure that the descriptions and specifications of all our products are correct at any given time. Colour reproduction is as accurate as the photographic production process will allow. All Special Offers are subject to availability.
All goods sold will be of satisfactory quality, fit for their normal intended purpose and free from defects in material workmanship for a period of 12 months from the date of their delivery.
While every effort is made to ensure all items shown are in stock, we offer no guarantee of availability and publication does not construe an offer for sale.
Our name is Classic Collection Limited
Our registered address is: 7 Bournemouth Road, Chandlers Ford, Eastleigh, Hampshire,SO53 3DA England. Telephone: 00 44 (0)7770 756760
We are registered in England and Wales and our company registration number is: 03132469
Our VAT number is: GB673 7133 25
Online shopping and Telephone orders:-
|• UK Standard 3-5 days delivery
|• UK Next Day delivery
|• Northern Ireland
|• Delivery within European Union
|• Delivery to all other destinations
*This is a minimum charge; weight dependent in some rare cases the postage charge will be reviewed. We will contact you if this applies. All addresses outside the European Union must email for a postage quotation.
UK Standard delivery All orders for standard delivery will take between 3-5 days.
UK Next working day delivery must be placed before 12 noon GMT
Northern Ireland All orders for Northern Ireland will take between 3-7 working days for delivery
Mainland Europe All orders for mainland Europe are despatched direct from the UK and take between 3-7 working days for delivery
Offshore Islands – All offshore deliveries can take up to 14 working days and are despatched from the UK.
Delivery is subject to stock availability, normally most deliveries are dispatched within 48 hrs however at peak times or when stock is limited delays may occur, at such times please allow 14 days for delivery. You will be advised by email of any expected delays shortly after ordering.
It is important that a signatory is available to sign for the consignment at the advised delivery address only. Courier companies may make additional charges for second attempt deliveries or may require the addressee to collect from their depot. If a signatory is not available at your usual address please consider an alternative delivery address where a representative for yourself is available to sign, or designate your workplace as your preferred delivery location. Please note that parcels returned to Classic Collection where a signature could not be obtained, and have not been collected from the couriers depot within seven days will be subject to a £15.00 couriers charge.
Some items are low in stock and due to this we cannot guarantee that the item will be despatched, as there may be a stock discrepancy. You will be notified via email/telephone if this is the case.
Please note that delivery of special orders can take 6-8 weeks from order date. You will be notified as necessary.
Click on the category of the product you need click on the small picture of the product of interest to get the full details. Select the correct size and colour if applicable and type in the quantity of the product you wish to purchase. Click "Add to basket" and this will place the item in your shopping basket. You can return to do more shopping and add more items, and then when you are ready click on checkout where you can print out an order form, or pay online with your credit card.
You can also telephone 07770 756760 to order and pay over the phone.
We also accept all major credit cards and debit cards.
We will provide you with a quotation for export orders, giving carriage / shipping and insurance and price of goods. For deliveries outside the EEC and for BFPO customers this quotation will be exclusive of UK Vat.
We would suggest you place your order as normal, and then click the international postage button in the checkout; we will then email you with a quotation. We will only supply goods for export after the quotation has been accepted (Please ensure we have a correct email address). Or you can email your order and we will reply with the completed quotation including all postage and packaging details.
If you wish to amend any details to your online order, or make a cancellation once it has been confirmed, please telephone 00 44 (0)7770 756760 or email firstname.lastname@example.com stating your amendments or cancellation immediately.
An order may be cancelled without reason but must be notified within 14 days of receipt of the goods. Payment for the goods will be refunded within 30 days of receipt of the returned goods and returned goods must be returned within 28 days of receipt of the goods, and must be returned in a resaleable condition, with all original labels still attached, and returned with all original packaging, please note that the items are your responsibility and must be returned in either a plastic bag or wrapped in paper to protect the packaging that the goods arrived in. The customer will be responsible for all postage costs.
IMPORTANT: If you contact us after the given number of days above, Classic Collection has the right to assume that the order has progressed to completion. You will not have the automatic right of a refund.
Please note that sale items are non refundable. We can exchange if sizes are available or issue a credit voucher.
If you wish to cancel your order for a full refund – minus the delivery and packaging charge you must notify us of your intention within 14 days of receipt of the goods and request a returns reference number. Goods must be received within 28 days of receipt of your goods. Package goods securely taking all measures possible to prevent damage in transit and return the original packaging to us with all labels still attached to the goods. Clearly mark the package with the reference number and post to the address below. After this time goods bought in the sale or otherwise can be returned for an exchange or credit voucher only. If you return the order to us for any reason you will have to meet all the postal and packaging costs and any other costs incurred by you in doing so. When sending a return we recommend that you sent it recorded delivery. Please ensure that you have adequate proof of posting, as we will not be liable for any goods that have been lost in transit. Your statuary rights are not affected.
All items must be returned unsoiled and in the same condition as despatched, with original packaging, with all tags and labels attached and not used, and in a resaleable condition, for a full refund to be considered less the postage and packaging. All refunds will be made (within 30 days)
Returns address: EXAMPLE Returns reference number: XX123, Classic Collection Ltd, Elmwood House Flat, Burford Road, Black Bourton, Bampton, Oxon, OX18 2PL, England.
You are under a duty to take reasonable care of the goods whilst they are in your possession and we reserve the right not to accept returned goods which have been damaged whilst under your control.
If you find you have a faulty item please return the goods to us at the address below, with a copy of your receipt and a brief note including your name and address and telephone number detailing the fault. We will then evaluate the fault fairly and make good as required. This may include a replacement, a repair or a full refund including postage. This does not affect your statutory rights.
All goods returned due to faulty manufacture should be returned for our inspection and if necessary the manufacturers inspection. Replacement goods cannot be sent until we have received the returned goods. All faulty items will be dealt with within 30 days of receiving.
We will not be liable for any defect arising from fair normal wear and tear, wilful damage, negligence, or abnormal working conditions, failure to follow the manufacturer's or our instructions (whether oral or written) on the care for your item, misuse, or alteration or repair of the goods without our approval.
Please note: All goods returned under complaint will not be accepted unless clean and dry, Health and Safety Act 1972.
Goods damaged in transit must be reported immediately by telephone or email, and must also be noted when signing for the goods on the delivery driver's sheet otherwise no claims can be made and refunds cannot be issued.
Please do not hesitate to contact us if you need help on any aspect of our returns policy by telephoning us on 00 44 (0)7770 756760 or via email: firstname.lastname@example.com
Please telephone us 00 44 (0)7770 756760 or via email: email@example.com for a returns reference number before the goods are returned, Please mark this number on the outside of the parcel. Goods may be exchanged where possible for a different size or type; however the customer is liable for the additional postage costs. Please return goods to the address below within seven working days from date of purchase including a copy of the receipt and a brief note including your telephone number, address and what you would like exchanged. Please note that it will be necessary to charge extra postage to send a replacement item to the customer.
All returned items for exchange must be returned in its original packaging and have all tabs/labels still attached and have not been used and be in a resaleable condition.
Returns address: EXAMPLE: Returns reference number: XX123, Classic Collection Ltd, Elmwood House Flat, Burford Road, Black Bourton, Bampton, Oxon, OX18 2PL, England.
While every effort is made to accurately maintain prices on our website, this is not always possible for reasons beyond our control. We reserve the right to discontinue any item and or to change prices where necessary.
It is our policy to only charge for in stock items ready for dispatch, items out of stock or to follow will be charged for only at the time of dispatch.
- Any product made to measure from information/sizes provided by the customer will be considered as special orders and as such are non-returnable.
- Any orders of non stock items i.e. special orders and made to measure items will be charged for at the time of placing the order.
- Also special orders of these types placed by Classic Collection on your behalf are non returnable and cannot be exchanged due to not liking the style or if the wrong size is ordered. This does not affect your statutory rights.
Our aim is to deal with any problems and difficulties quickly and fairly. We will do this by: monitoring all complaints and suggestions to help us identify what is going wrong and how we can improve.
If you feel you have a complaint then please contact our Customer Services Department:
E-mail: firstname.lastname@example.com
Tel: 00 44 (0) 7770 756760
Or Write to:
Classic Collection Ltd, Elmwood House Flat, Burford Road, Black Bourton, Bampton, OXON OX18 2PL.
You will be informed within 10 working days of our reply to your complaint. We will explain what actions we intend to resolve the complaint.


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I love this lightened up version of potato salad. I use organic Yukon Gold potatoes as they are creamy and moist, and don't require a lot of dressing and/or liquid like potato salad usually does.
Since I gave up eggs (mayonnaise), this is my go-to recipe!
It is light, lemony, and delicious! It's one of those dishes I can't stop eating. And, I can use herbs from my garden!
Potatoes are a huge source of L-Lysine, an amino acid that goes to battle with the Epstein Barr Virus (EBV) so I eat a lot of potatoes. And I have gotten into the habit of steaming them as it's fast, and it adds moisture to the potato itself. We all tend to need all the help we can get in our efforts to be well-hydrated.
Leave the skin on your potatoes for added fiber and nutrition! I do. But my photography skills sometimes leave much to be desired so I'm using this photo sans skins. I also mix it up and make rainbow potato salad, throwing in some steamed sweet potatoes as well! And if you see the purple looking sweet potatoes, you've really got a rainbow!
TIP: Food scientists are starting to genetically modify potatoes, so add them to the list of foods you buy organic.
6 small organic potatoes (Yukon Gold are best!)
1 tsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Juice of 1 lemon
1 tsp lemon zest (from an organic lemon)
2 tsp honey (raw honey is best)
1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped. Stems are fine!
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped. Stems are fine!
1/4 fresh dill, finely chopped
2 cloves of garlic, minced
salt and pepper to taste
Optional – if you want your potato salad to be extra medicinal, steam some onion with your potatoes.
1. Steam whole potatoes until fork tender (~30 mins). Then set them aside to cool. Peeling is optional, especially if you bought organic!
2. Once cool, dice the potatoes into quarters and place in a large serving bowl.
3. Add all ingredients with the potatoes and toss to combine.
Consider doubling or tripling the recipe, since you and your loved ones are going to LOVE it!
Recipe from Anthony William

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The Georgia Constitution has this to say about who governs the University System:
(b) The board of regents shall have the exclusive authority to create new public colleges, junior colleges, and universities in the State of Georgia, subject to approval by majority vote in the House of Representatives and the Senate. Such vote shall not be required to change the status of a college, institution or university existing on the effective date of this Constitution. The government, control, and management of the University System of Georgia and all of the institutions in said system shall be vested in the Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia. (Article VIII , Section IV(b))
Now, Look at the bills offered thus far regarding admissions, management of students, etc:
HB 32 – Quality Basic Education Act; annual educational program; require
HB 72 – Georgia Homeland Security in Education Act of 2007; create
HB 131 – Georgia HERO Scholarship; surviving spouses; change definitions
SB 35 – Georgia, University System; students; home study program; authorize board of regents to promulgate rules/reg. regarding such admissions
SB 74 – Returning Hero Education Act
So, how does all this legislation fit within a conservative philosophy of government?


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Funnyman Seth Meyers has been a staple of Saturday Night Live's "Weekend Update" desk since 2008, but the SNL head writer will switch desks soon. Like his "Weekend Update" predecessor Jimmy Fallon, Meyers will takeover Fallon's 12:35AM slot on Late Night, when Fallon moves up an hour to replace Jay Leno on The Tonight Show next year. (Fallon also made the move from SNL's Weekend Update desk to the Late Night slot in 2009.) The news was confirmed by NBC Sunday afternoon. "We think Seth is one of the brightest, most insightful comedy writers and performers of his generation," said NBC Entertainment Chairman Bob Greenblatt in a statement. Greenblatt insists that Meyers' comedy is "perfect for the Late Night franchise." The 39-year-old Meyers will be the fourth Late Night host since the show launched in 1982. David Letterman held down the desk first, followed by successful runs with Conan O'Brien and later Fallon. Late Night is executive produced by Lorne Michaels, who has executive produced SNL since its inception in 1975; twleve of those years have been with Meyers, eight of those twelve years Meyers has been head writer on the sketch show. Meyers and Fallon are slated to start their new gigs around the time of the 2014 Winter Olympics. Both new versions of the Late Show and The Tonight Show will be filmed from NBC's headquarters at 30 Rockefeller Plaza in New York City. "I only have to work for Lorne for five more years before I pay him back for the time I totaled his car," Meyers joked in the official statement. "12:30 on NBC has long been incredible real estate. I hope I can do it justice." He later humbly took to Twitter to say thank you. "Thanks to NBC, Lorne, but especially Mom.."
So, next year I'm going to do this nytimes.com/2013/05/13/bus… Thanks to NBC, Lorne, but especially Mom
— Seth Meyers (@sethmeyers) May 12, 2013


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I have different knowledge object spread in different apps, for a new custom app I want to use them (lookups and eventtypes for the most part), but I don't want to give the users of the new app the possibility to see the other apps.
All knowledge objects are global but it seems that without the read permissions on the dependent apps the object is not visible.
Any clue out there?
Thank you in advance.
Since you are making the app not visible to the users by not granting read permissions to it, they simply cannot see the objects inside the app even if the said object (within the app without read perms) is globally shared...I no of no solutions for this.
Older versions of ES used to use an importApps trick but I do not believe that was ever an officially supported trick...
@emafront besides setting the Knowledge Objects to Global, you would also need to set the read permission for Users with role to view your custom app. So you can have a different role for uses accessing your Custom App and that role should also have read access to the Knowledge Objects you need.
Hi @niketnilay,
I have set read permissions for the users of the cutom app to the Object of the "original" app, but if I don't assign also read permission to the original app itself (thus making it visible in the menus for the users of the custom app, which I don't want) the object is not visible.
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but if I don't assign also read permission to the original app itself (thus making it visible in the menus for the users of the custom app, which I don't want) the object is not visible.
In your secondary app, have you set the app to NOT be visible? This is a setting at the application level and from what I've seen this makes it not visible on the menus. Yes, read permission is required, but that's not what makes the app visible on the menus.
Try "Manage Apps"... go to App... "Edit Properties" set "Visible" to No.
yes but I want it to be visible for the users of that app.. I guess there is no such a solution unless to use a sort of shared app (with the visible=No option) with all global objects in it.
For this purpose you could create a global app with global/system level sharing.
Put the shared objects in it but make it not visible.
That way the dashboards/reports/alerts are visible in other apps but this one is not a visible app....
yes I was doing that. It's working now.
Thank you all.


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by: Nicole Allen
Ever since I was 10, I knew I wanted to work in fashion. I would buy sketch paper from the local Michael's and sketch some (very poor) designs. I would flip through the pages of Seventeen and Teen Vogue and hang the advertisements of Gucci, Ralph Lauren and Chanel over my walls. While my friends would buy and wear clothing from Aeropostale and Limited Too, I would create my own clothing, to my mother's disapproval. I was clearly fashion obsessed. However, the obsession was short lived.
By the time I was a junior in high school I still enjoyed fashion and magazines, but I no longer wanted to pursue a career in fashion. By this time, I already saw "The Devil Wears Prada" and the star of the movie, an assistant to the editor in chief named Andy, had a pretty miserable life. However, Andy and I both had one thing in common at the time; we both wanted to be writers. I decided go to Mount Saint Mary College after high school to pursue a degree in journalism. I was certain this was what I wanted to do with the rest of my life. I was completely wrong.
After my first year of college, writing became such a chore to me. It's not that I did not like to write. I still do, it's just I couldn't see myself doing that every day for the rest of my life. By the first semester of sophomore year, I knew I needed to change something. A friend of mine suggested that I'd try public relations because; almost all companies use PR, there is still some writing, but not a lot and you can do it virtually anywhere in the country. Since public relations was so closely linked to journalism, I decided to double major.
Once I decided I wanted to do public relations, I wanted to actually experience it, so I started to apply to internships. I applied virtually everywhere, but I could not find anyone who wanted to hire me. My aunt knew I was struggling and told me she knew a recruiter at Tommy Hilfiger who could probably help me find something. Once I talked to the recruiter, I was able to get an interview. When I got news that I got the internship, I was thrilled. I spent my spring semester of my sophomore year in a department that wasn't public relations, but that was fine, because I realized then that I wanted to do fashion. Even though I wasn't in the department I wanted to be in, I loved coming into my internship every day. Just being there made me happier, because I finally found what I was truly passionate about.
When people asked me, "What do you want to do with public relations?" I would happily and confidently reply, "Fashion PR." However, I would always get a look. Sometimes it would be an eyebrow raise or pursed lips, but it all meant the same thing — they clearly didn't approve of my newfound career path and thought I was foolish. At first, I tried brushing it off.
Over the next few years at school, I got fashion public relations experience through two different internships. I was able to maintain good grades and be active in clubs at school, but I still would get that look from people when I told them I wanted to pursue a career in fashion. It was only a few months ago when someone told me to my face that fashion "was a little silly." Yes, I understand there are a lot harder professions out there than ones you can find in the fashion industry; however, that doesn't give anyone the right to call it silly.
The fashion industry is a multi-billion dollar business; people work nonstop in this fast-paced environment. The backbone of the industry, designers, crank out four seasons of clothing a year — sometimes even more than that if they design for multiple houses or do couture. Marketing and advertising are constantly kept busy with campaigns and branding efforts, while the public relations team is dealing hands on with the product and planning events. This industry is not frivolous, and these jobs are a far cry from easy. However, designers design gorgeous collections, marketing and advertising showcase the hottest celebrities and campaigns and the public relations teams rally every September and February to face fashion week. Do you know why? Because they love their jobs.
So the next time you think fashion is frivolous, just a little reminder — since I don't see a lot of naked people walking around — I guess this industry is just as important to you as it is to me.


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And the winner is….. drum roll please!!
The 17th commenter Āis….
Belinda, you have MAIL!!! Ālolol!! ĀCONGRATULATIONS!
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- April 15, 2011 at 7:47 am
Congratulations, Brenda!
- April 15, 2011 at 4:58 pm
Thank you, thank you, thank you! I was over the moon when I woke and saw the email! So thrilled to have won this absolutely awesome bundle.


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Eli Jewels is a family run business whose heritage goes back over 300 years. Eli, the father and patriach if the family, was a world renown master jeweler who specialized in handmade filigree jewelry. He also owned a jewelry store in New Orleans for 30 years. His son's, Fred and Simon, grew up in the business. It was no surprise when they returned home from Louisiana State University and founded Eli Jewels in 1993.
The brothers have collaborated on designing almost every piece of jewelry from the beginning of the company. Their fashion collections put a contemporary spin on the designs of the ancient Etruscans, Romans and Greeks. Every fashion ring, bracelet, necklance and earrings require highly skilled artisans to apply every bead, bezel, and wire twist.


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Another Friday. Another day of feeling like we live in some dystopian movie. Maybe we can add a little happy to your morning. Enjoy some of our favorites.
These broads had a photo shoot recently. I always order prints from Mpix. They ship them quickly, and the quality is the best. They also have discounts pretty frequently. If you need a place to order pictures, try them.
A few weeks ago, I was eating breakfast (it was this oatmeal in fact) while we were on the phone singing "Happy Birthday" to my niece. I stuck my fork straight into a blueberry and juice went FLYING all over my couch. I shouted to my brother in law that we had a Code Blueberry, and I needed to go. I had just purchased this stain remover that claims to work on a host of different things. I decided to give it a shot. You'd never know there was a blueberry explosion on the couch. Good as new.
I got these sunglasses recently, and they might be my favorite pair ever. They look more expensive than they actually cost and don't give me a headache. That's all I need.
Grab your Oreos and peanut butter and dive right into the joy that Katie Couric and Nancy Meyers gave us this week.
I've mentioned my love of Nancy Meyers' movies before. They are charming. They are comforting. The music is always perfection. All of the homes in her movies are flawless. Ugh. What a queen.
This week they had a Parent Trap reunion, and it was delightful. Meredith Blakes' hair color was a little questionable, but it was still a highlight from the week. Someone get me a Chessy.
Do you need something else to watch that is happy like a Parent Trap reunion? Of course you do. Indian Matchmaker to the rescue. My roommate and I were joking the other night about all the ridiculous things we've watched since March-Tiger King, McMillions, Love is Blind, every Investigation Discovery crime reenactment that Hulu has to offer, and now Indian Matchmaker. You'll be surprised how invested you'll get in these singles who have reached out to Mumbai's queen of matchmaking. You'll wonder, "How is SHE still single?" and for others, "I KNOW why she's still single."
We are going to take a glamorous sharp right turn. I've always struggled with blackheads and big pores. Big Pores and Big Personality: The Kat Stewart Story. Anyway, I've watched Jamie B. Golden's insta highlight about her skin care routine multiple times. This liquid exfoliant is a game changer. I use it a few nights a week and have seen a very noticeable difference. Another small win for 2020.
I LOVE icing. As my good friend Patti Blevins says, "Cake is only there to hold the icing up." So wise. One of my dear friends turned 50 this past week. I surprised her and took her cupcakes with this mocha icing from the Pioneer Woman. HO.LY. COW it's good. I halved the recipe because that is a PILE of icing atop some brownies on her blog, and I had plenty with the halved recipe. I actually loved it so much that I made it again two days later, and zhuzhed up a brownie mix.
This kimono has been a bright spot this summer. I have worn it any time I go to the pool and have also worn it with cut-offs and a t-shirt. It's so cute and the pattern is perfection. Now I know why Schmidt would want to "come home. Put on his mono. And just hang loose."
I texted Caroline last week and said, "Do I need this lemon skirt?" She said, "Who knows what your work situation will be moving forward. I wouldn't." You know what I don't need? Negativity. You know what I do need? A skirt with lemons on it.
This has been QUITE the list of favorites. Our last one is courtesy of our dad, Chuckles. He got lunch the other day and paid for the four police officers that were in line in front of him. THEN, a stranger saw what my dad did, and he went over and offered him $20 so the two of them could "split" the meals for the officers. I HATE country music, but Luke Bryan said it best with "I believe most people are good."
Thank you so much for reading! Go out and spread kindness around like it's mocha frosting.
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Advisory Program
The Advisory Program plays a vital role in each student's development and quality of life at Woodlands Academy of the Sacred Heart. Upon her enrollment at Woodlands, each student is assigned an advisor and becomes a member of a warm, inclusive and fun advisory group of approximately 9-12 members.
The advisory system gives each student an experience of personal growth within the framework of a stable, small peer group. It is her home away from home for her four years at Woodlands. Advisory groups meet four times weekly for reflection, reviewing upcoming school activities and announcements, and engaging in team building. Students and advisors also meet at the end of each school day for check-out and at other scheduled times for specific activities, such as class meetings, service opportunities, etc.
Advisors develop personal relationships with each advisee through a variety of ways, including individual conferences. The advisor serves as the communication link between home and school and is a point of contact for parents and guardians.


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10 Ways to Have Fun with $10 or Less
Dump Out Your Piggy Bank!
Find Some Frugal Friends
As someone that has been on a tight budget for quite some time, I understand how difficult it can be at times. Everyone has friends or co-workers that seem to never run out of money or don't mind spending their money on fun things. However, you never know just how much debt those folks are in or what their checking account might look like. So don't be jealous of the folks out there that seem to be having a blast. You can also have a great time! You can have fun with just $10.
Many of the ideas in this hub revolve around the idea that you have some frugal friends in your life that also want to have fun for a low price. Personally, I find it extremely difficult when those around me want to party hard with plenty of money, but I want to look for bargains and use coupons. Sure, you can hang out with those friends sometimes, but it is essential to surround yourself with other people that are on the same page with you about saving money.
Also, much of the ideas in this hub do not include travel expenses. In many cases, you can do these activities in your own home or in nearby locations. I personally walk to many places or take public transportation, which costs very little money if any at all. Plus, if you are friends with a bunch of thrifty people, you can often split the cost of gas or cab fare so there is barely any cost at all. If you are lucky, you may have one friend that enjoys driving a carload of poor people around and never asks for gas money. Typically, that is the person getting government aid or money from Mom or Dad. No matter how old I get, I still find adults that regularly get hand outs from their parents. Welcome to the new millennium!
So without further hesitation, here are some ways you can have fun while only spending $10 or less. You can have fun on the weekend and not feel so poor!
1. Go Bowling
Bowling can be pretty pricy if you go to the snazzy, expensive Rock N Bowl alley a few towns over. I am not suggesting that. If you enjoy bowling, you should look for a bowling alley that gives discounts and coupons. If it is in a not-so-great part of town, make sure to go there during daylight hours.
Many places are trying really hard to pull in more customers. You can visit websites or look in local papers for discount coupons. It is not that difficult to find a low-budget bowling alley that charges you about $5 for shoe rentals and then a couple of bucks per game. If you are lucky, you will find something at an even lower price.
2. Go to a Park
Just about anywhere you go, there are a number of state parks. Even if you don't have one near you, there is probably a small park in your own neighborhood or a close neighborhood. If you are lucky, there is even a playground. You can often walk to smaller parks or drive a short distance for a state park. Sometimes there is a parking fee, but it is usually not too expensive.
It is not so difficult to make a nice picnic lunch and go to a park. Of course, you won't want to do this in the winter if you live in a cold climate, but it is quite fun to do this during the warmer months. You can also play a game like volleyball or soccer, or walk your dog if you happen to have one. You could even borrow a dog from neighbors if they do not have time to walk their pet.
If all else fails, listening to some music while sitting on beach towels with friends is certainly a wonderful way to pay some time. It never hurts to play in the playground either... even if you are probably too old to fit on the equipment.
3. Have a Movie Marathon
Just about anyone has movies on DVD or downloaded movies on a computer. Why not get all your friends together and watch some of these movies? The only expenses will be if you decide to actually feed these friends. Popcorn, chips and sodas are certainly under $10 at the dollar store!
Even if you don't have a lot movies people want to watch, most channels tend to show marathons of shows or movies all the time now. You can have different themes like an all-day Stephen King movie marathon or a Harry Potter marathon. You could even encourage people to dress up as their favorite characters. You don't even need to go out for this event! Depending on how dorky all of you look dressed up like movie characters, you wouldn't want to go out in public anyway.
4. Go See a Movie
I know what you are thinking, you have to practically take out a loan just go to the movies now. That does not always have to be the case though. At many theaters, you can get in at an extremely low price if you get there before noon. Sure, you may not want to get up early on a Saturday, but seeing a movie for about $6 is a bargain.
You might want to have food to snack on, but buying food at the theater is a big no-no in the world of thriftiness. Even though I will not outright encourage you to sneak in food at the movies since that is prohibited in most places, I will tell you it is much less expensive. Popping popcorn at home, packing it up in Tupperware, bringing a small water bottle, or maybe some candy is very discreet in a big purse. If you are a guy, a large jacket with deep pockets works. Of course, I would never tell you to do this! That would be so wrong of me.
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5. Go Out to Dinner
Go out to dinner? Did I really just say that? Yes, I did! You can go out to dinner for under $10. You just have to know where to go. First and foremost, most restaurants are desperately trying to lure in customers. Plenty of restaurants have coupons, bargain offers, or loyalty programs.
For instance, I constantly receive email coupons from TGI Friday's because of their loyalty program. I can also get free chips and salsa whenever I go there due to the loyalty program. Depending on the coupon I use and if I order water instead of a drink, I can easily afford to spend $10... tip included! It helps if you are going with friends though so everyone can enjoy the free chips and the server does not feel too bummed out about such a small order.
If you are nervous about dining out for less than 10 bucks or you want a real soda to drink, you can avoid paying a tip entirely if you go to a restaurant that is nice, but does not have servers. Many restaurants offer coupons, loyalty programs, and low-priced food that is decent, such as: Panera, Noodles & Company, Corner Bakery, Chipotle, Qdoba, etc. You don't have to spend a lot of money to get quality food.
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6. Go On a Shopping Spree!
If you love to go shopping, but this economy has been ruining your good time, it is time to start shopping again. If you have decided you have $10 to blow this weekend on having a good time, you can still go shopping. You just have to be picky about where you go. Some suggestions for places you can spend $10 or less, and still get some fun items are:
- Dollar store
- Walmart
- Target (especially the dollar section)
- Low-budget grocery stores like Save-a-Lot or Food Lion
- Thrift shops
- Farmer's market
- Big Lots
- Consignment shops
Bargain shopping at its finest...
7. Go to a Festival
Once warm weather begins, many people are inclined to celebrate it. This is why there are so many spring festivals. There are also a number of summer, winter, and fall festivals, too, but it seems as if there is an abundance in the spring. Did you know many festivals are free to attend? This is perfect if the festival is in your own neighborhood or close to your neighborhood. You can spend your entire 10 dollars on lunch and snacks.
What I recommed for a festival is carrying a bottle of water with you (sneak it in if need be) and spend your money on other more important items, like funnel cake or a giant hot dog. You might even have enough money to get a hamburger and ride a couple of carnival rides depending on the prices. What a fun way to spend a day!
Not to mention, there are usually vendors giving away lots of free stuff. I managed to carry away free items like a new cooler bag, new pens, a keychain, a superhero cape, and even a free roll of toilet paper the last time I went to a festival... and it was free to get in! You really can't beat a bargain like that.
8. Check Out the Library
Perhaps you enjoy your solitude and curling up to a good book. Well, the library is the perfect FREE place to go. You don't even need to worry about spending that $10 unless there is one of those nifty and cute coffee shops inside your local library, and you decide to get a delicious frappuccino.
For a very low cost, you can often rent movies and CDs as well at your local library. Each branch has its own prices and rules for rentals, but it is worth checking out if you'd like to save some money. The library is also a peaceful place to go when you want to get out of your home, but can't spend much. You can use a public computer, read a free magazine, or read a library book right there. Sometimes you just need a change in scenery.
9. Drink and Be Merry
OK, so I know drinking is not the only way to have fun. I am not much of a drinker myself. I do, however, acknowledge that many people enjoy drinking. It is a fun time for many people out there, so this section is dedicated to you. Yes, you can have fun drinking on a budget!
Many bars and restaurants now offer drinks at a discounted price to lure customers in. Also, Happy Hour prices are ridiculously cheap no matter how desperate the establishment is in this economy. In many bars, you can get Happy Hour drinks for just $3 or $4 a drink. This is a great way to unwind with co-workers at the end of the day. You can get 2 or 3 drinks for under 10 bucks. Some bars and restaurants even give Happy Hour prices at times other than Happy Hour just to keep customers coming back.
If you are not into the social drinking scene, but into drinking at home, there are a number of cheap alcoholic drinks you can purchase for under 10 dollars. It also helps if you get coupons from your local liquor stores. if you want to have a party with drinking, encourage your friends to bring their favorite drinks and you can combine all your alcohol together.
10. Board Game Party
A good low-budget party you can have at your home is a board game party. Sure, some people get bored by board games, but whatever. They don't need to come over. On the invitations, you indicate everyone is free to bring their own games and bring over their favorite snacks. Since you are hosting this party, it would be a good idea to get a case or two of sodas as well as some cheap snacks. I recommend getting all the food at the dollar store or Walmart. You will definitely keep it under $10 that way.
Once everyone arrives, you can decide if you are going to have one game going or many games going at once depending on the amount of people. You can also have bonus rounds, tournaments, and door prizes. I would recommend using some fun items around your home that you no longer want for door prizes. It is funnier if you have random bags to put the prizes in, such as old gift bags and store bags. Just wait until your cousin Lou wins your socks with kittens all of them. Let the fun begin!
Depending on where you live and your interests, some of these ideas might be some low-budget fun options for you. Check out some of these awesome ideas:
- Splash in a pool - If it is summer, this is totally an option. This is especially the case if you live at an apartment building with a pool or have a friend with a pool. If you don't have access to a pool, buy a kiddie pool for about $10. You'd be surprised how much fun you can have with a tiny pool. Also, you will amuse your neighbors.
- Go to the beach - Of course, this is only low-budget if you live by the beach. Otherwise, do not listen to my advice. Remember to pack a lunch, too. It can be an expensive day trip if you do not plan ahead.
- Visit some museums - Just about every city has museums and many of them are free. Do an online search to find museums near you that are free or inexpensive. You just might learn something!
- Have a zoo adventure - Some zoos are expensive. Don't bother going to those zoos. Other zoos are free. Those are the best zoos to visit. Visiting an aquarium or a zoo that is under $10 is the best goal. You usually have to pay a little to see something nice, although the zoo in Washington, D.C. is quite nice and free.
- Take a ghost tour - Yes, these tours can range in price, too. You can get lucky and find one at a cheap price, especially when it is not Halloween. The closer it gets to Halloween, the more the ghost tours crawl out of the woodwork, but usually for a high price. Always look for coupons, too!
Fun for Under 10 Bucks
Do you believe you can have a good time for $10 or less?
Now that we've discussed what you can do for $10 or under, here are some activities I think you should avoid if you are broke. You might see your money disappear quickly if you are not careful. When trying to keep a tight budget, please try to avoid:
- Shopping at an expensive mall.
- Planning a big wedding.
- Taking a trip to Hawaii (unless you already live in Hawaii).
- Going on any fancy vacation, for that matter.
- Staying at a motel.
- Partying at a nightclub.
- Dating lots of people.
- Gambling!
I am not saying you can't do these things. I am just saying it will be almost impossible to keep most of those activities under 10 bucks. Don't say I didn't warn you!
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Professor Paulo NALIN was educated at the Federal University of Paraná (UFPR), where he obtained his LLB, LLM and PhD. He also currently lectures Private Law in the LLB, LLM and PhD programs at the Federal University of Paraná (UFPR). He is founding partner of Popp & Nalin Associates, having also acted as arbitrator in several proceedings. He has broad experience in Private Law, having focused in issues regarding obligations, contract law, extra-contractual liability and fundamental rights. He is associate of Private Law Institute (IDP-São Paulo); Attorneys Institute of Parana State (IAP – Paraná); Civil Law Institute (IDC – Rio de Janeiro); Comparative Law Institute Brazil-Portugal (IDCLB – Rio de Janeiro).


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One Small Change
I'm belatedly joining the One Small Change party initiated by Suzy at Hip Mountain Mama. She has invited people to make one small change each month to benefit the environment.
We call it The Food Exchange, but really it should be called: "What your great-great grandmother did on a daily basis while herding ten dirt-smudged children but you can do one day a week and feel like a culinary goddess." But that's too wordy, so for now we'll stick with The Food Exchange.
My friend Audrey cooked up this idea. It's like one of five-trillion shining ideas she's brought to our community, including the carrot mob and the local babysitting co-op, (which means that as I write this my kids are partying it up at a friend's house while no money is exchanged).
Audrey figured there were enough Mamas regularly making bread, yogurt, cheese etc…why don't we each pick one item, make an extra large batch and exchange each week? Truthfully, I wasn't currently making any of these items. Rather, I was spending a king's ransom on wheat-free loaves of bread, which after three quick days amounted to nothing more than a sorry, lone heel in the bottom of a plastic bag. Also, I was sheepishly stacking plastic yogurt containers into a rising tower of petroleum-products, creating my own monument to landfills.
The first week I made hummus, with enough extra to stash some in the freezer.
Coincidentally, I had just received a letter from the natural parenting magazine that had retained, for TWO years, a piece I wrote on breastfeeding a preemie, stating that my essay no longer suited their needs. Needless to say, my ego was slinking around, kicking imaginary dogs.
Somehow, making this hummus with my daughter—who was thrilled to be my assistant while her brother napped—lifted my mood.
Maybe it was this face.
Maybe it was just the simple act of spinning raw ingredients into such deliciousness.
For our first actual exchange, the three participating families met at Sheryl's. The assorted kids pieced together train tracks, completely oblivious to the inaugural moment at hand, while we Mamas unveiled our goods and chatted, covering ten topics in five minutes, as women can.
"It's like having three wives," Sheryl's husband commented.
It was later established that Sheryl's husband wouldn't really want three wives, and why would he when he gets the homebaked goodies for free (I'm referring to the bread, obviously). It should be noted that the husbands are wildly supportive of the program, though haven't volunteered to participate in the food prep, per se.
Here's Dan supporting the endeavor (that night for dinner we ate exactly what we received – bread, hummus and cheese. I thought about steaming some broccoli, but got distracted by the sheer joy of homemade cheese).
This past month there's been yogurt.
And cultured veggies, which turns out is an acquired taste and it also turns out that one should never add onions to ones cultured veggies. But when you ferment your own vegetables, you start feeling a bit like a mad professor, scouring the fridge for additions to your latest chemistry experiment. But really, this fermenting of vegetables is an ancient art, perpetuated to make vegetables last throughout winter, while packing a probiotic/enzymatic punch. You may love growing a little patch of lactobacilli on your kitchen counter. You may even start to feel like you could heal the world with the probiotics you grew, or even channel your ancestors, or at least reverse some of the damage of your own pastry-habit.
Of course we're all very humble with each other. Audrey insisted that her bread was over-cooked, while Sheryl branded hers under-cooked. Given that both loaves were mere crumbs after two days, I don't think our family noticed.
I tried my hand at a loaf of spelt-flour bread last night and not exercising any humility, I told my family that if they gushed repeatedly over how delicious it was, I would make a loaf every week. I used this recipe (don't be thrown by the Disney site, you can't not fall in love with Catherine Newman's writing and recipes), which is a no-knead recipe, only slightly more complicated than cooking up a box of mac 'n' cheese.
The possibilities of the Food Exchange are limitless. I'm thinking granola, salad dressing, mustard, tortillas, lip balm (which Rose would argue is a food).
I love that this simple idea builds community, reduces waste, saves money and encourages exploration of the lost kitchen arts.
PS: Happy March! Not that any of us have been desperately pining for this month that holds as much promise as payday.
March 1, 2010 9:42 am
Great ideas. I haven't been buying yogurt due to the fact that I, too, can't stand all those little containers piling up, and I have a yogurt maker. Perhaps I'll make a batch today. I loved the babysitting idea~I've been trying to get that arranged in my little hood. Maybe I'll get back on that today, too. Thanks for the inspiration!
March 1, 2010 10:52 am
This is such a fabulous idea! And, yes, something that needs to be revived. Looks like you have an incredible group of gals and so nice to see the community you have created! Enjoy it!!
March 1, 2010 1:26 pm
This ROCKS!! In a hundred ways….. I love it…..
Audrey permalinkMarch 1, 2010 2:05 pm
Suddenly this *does* seem cool! Thanks for posting about it!!
March 1, 2010 3:16 pm
Wait, lip balm's not a food?? Uh-oh. (But that hummus, boy, it looks tasty!) And making my own yogurt seems an impossibility around these parts, but I finally found a brand that uses a plastic that can be recycled. Not perfect, but better than where we were, right? Just like you said, One Small Change.
March 1, 2010 4:09 pm
I do a meal group where we each make four pans / dishes of something and then we exchange once a month so we have four frozen meals to pull out of our freezer…on nights when we don't want to make a mess in the kitchen or spend hours slaving away. I love this idea … if I lived where I could participate you would get applesauce and strawberry freezer jam from me!
March 1, 2010 5:10 pm
That is great Rachel! Makes me wish I was still in Durango and could get involved in your group. I am so inspired by all these delicious foods you all are making. I've got to make my own cheese.
Have you made tortillas before? I'd love to start making them myself – any good recipes to recommend?
p.s. – our parties almost always include both wine & sippy cups!
Barb permalinkMarch 1, 2010 5:21 pm
I am coming for breakfast. I will trade east coast-urban-parent of teenage girls "wisdom" (such that it is) for Dan's waffles and that yogurt so beautiful that i drooled on my laptop.
Babysitting coop was a godsend when the kids were little, keep it up!
March 1, 2010 7:17 pm
That looks like one HUGE change to me! Good for you Rach, you continue to amaze me (and make me feel like a useless drain on the environment… but I'll keep trying)!! Sorry about your manuscript, that's lame, but frees it up for someone else now!!
siana permalinkMarch 2, 2010 12:02 am
Very inspiring Rachel. I happen to have kiefer yogurt coming out of my ears right now. Too good to waste (to me). And it never seems worth it to make a batch kimchee for just me. I like the food swap idea.
On another note. What kid of bylaws does your babysitting coop have?
Celeste permalinkMarch 2, 2010 9:56 am
This is great! I never had this kind of inspiration or support when I had "littles". Bravo ladies!
March 2, 2010 1:18 pm
this is such a fabulous idea! i wish i were in your neck of the woods sharing such yummy foods with you all. how fun! i may have to check into starting something like this…or at least that babycare coop exchange thingy!! that also sounds dreamy dreamy!! i would love to know more about that…thanks.
Melissa permalinkMarch 2, 2010 1:49 pm
love this idea. and have really been wanting to make bread so here I go . . . thanks for the recipe.
even here in bountiful san francisco, where yes, we can eat amazing local food year-round, it would be nice to share food with other mamas, especially those bulk items like granola. so thanks to this post, i leaned over to my co-worker (and friend and fellow mama) and we are going to try it–with her granola recipe first, and she kindly offered to be a guinea pig for my first attempt at bread-making. yay! so thanks!
March 2, 2010 3:08 pm
Fantastic idea. I make great agave-sweetened granola and have been desperately wanting to get yogurt in glass bottles and not plastic (they are selling it at the co-op now but it costs $11 a bottle! Oy). Are you in Ashland? Any interest in granola?? If so, please email me!!
March 2, 2010 7:33 pm
what a really great idea and a great circle you have there! I need to find recruits!
March 2, 2010 10:08 pm
What a fun small change, one that involves connecting and gathering and eating. Yum.
March 4, 2010 1:14 pm
yyyyes. i love it. that does it! i'm moving to durango.
i've just decided i need to make my own hummus, too. it's expensive, especially when one has an addiction like mine. do you have a good recipe to share? (i mean, not that hummus is a terribly complicated thing . . .)
Emily permalinkMarch 7, 2010 1:07 pm
Ooooh how we loved on your meal last night mmmm mmmmm!
And when we got home, we loved on your yogurt! What an indulgence ~.~ We'll have to bring over Jojo's apple kriyasp and share what your two creations do together!
I'm definitely on that bread recipe too. Do you really need a container to bake in? I suppose you probly do. I can see that it is worthy. Thanks so much for spreading such goodness!
Heather Drake permalinkMarch 18, 2010 12:00 am
I want in on this!!! I'm going to think of what I could make in mass quantity to share with you ladies!! This is really wonderful. Do you have room for another "wife"?
Heather Drake


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Do you have an idea that could provide benefits to our military?
Then you're going to be really excited to hear what today's guest have to say. We're going to be hearing from three individuals who are part of an innovative technology transfer program in Tampa, Florida. Under an agreement with the US Special Operations Command and the Doolittle Institute, Sofwerx was created to act an intermediary for collaborating with private industry, research labs and academic partners to develop new technol ogies. In short, Sofwerx is a portal by which the commercial UAS industry can quickly access and jointly develop applications and technologies to solve the most pressing needs of special operations.
Sofwerx is sponsoring a special program called, ThunderDrone, a series of rapid prototyping events that focus on different aspects of drone technology. Industry and academia have been invited to submit their best ideas to the special operations community.
In this episode of the Drone Radio Show, Kelly Stratton-Feix, director of Acquisition Agility for the U.S. Special Operations Command. John Coglianese, ThunderDrone Lead at Sofwerx and Captain Barron Stone of the US Air Force and ThunderDrone Project Manager talk about Sofwerx, Thunderdrone and how collaborations like this can benefit the commercial drone industry.
In This Episode
- Introduction. Kelly Stratton-Feix is director of Acquisition Agility for the U.S. Special Operations Command, John Coglianese is the ThunderDrone Lead at Sofwerx and Captain Barron Stone is from US Air Force and is ThunderDrone Project Manager.
- SOFWERX. SOFWERX is an open ecosystem designed to bring nontraditional entities, start-ups, entrepreneurs, academia, research labs and the government to together to work on some of Special Operations Force's most challenging problems. It is organized under a partnership intermediary agreement with USSOCOM and the Doolittle Institute. Recognizing that it's not easy doing business with the government, especially doing business with the military, SOFWERX was established. With SOFWERX, companies that do not normally do business with the military have a simple pathway by which to engage government officials on innovation and technology. At the same time, military officials are able to tap into the innovation and ideas of individuals and businesses that are not part of the traditional procurement process to address key needs.
- SOCOM. The United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM or SOCOM) is the Unified Combatant Command charged with overseeing the various Special Operations of the Army, Marine Corps, Navy, and Air Force of the United States Armed Forces. The command is part of the Department of Defense is headquartered at MacDill Air Force Base in Tampa, Florida.
- UAV Focus. SOFWERX interest in drones it twofold – (a) Drone technology has grown in sophistication offering opportunities to support U.S. military fighters in a variety of ways, and (b) the need to develop counter measures to protect U.S. assets from potential attacks from hostile forces taking advantage of drone technology. SOFWERX is striving to give U.S. military operators the best perspective on how a UAS threat is going to be used against them and what can be done to mitigate the risk.
- Rapid Prototyping Events (RPE). SOFWERX uses Rapid Prototyping Events to quickly evolve ideas to a test or demonstration stage. Entities submit ideas and concepts and through a series of evaluation and team collaboration, a technology solution is evolved to address the program objectives. RPEs provide the opportunity for companies that may only have a piece of the overall solution to collaborate with other companies. The second RPE is currently underway and focuses on emerging UAS technologies for special operations forces. RPE II is comprised of a Technology Expo, followed later by an Outdoor Demonstration. The best of breed discoveries during the Outdoor Demonstrations will ultimately proceed to RPE III, a completion to select the best solutions. RPE II is co-sponsored between the Office of the Secretary Defense, Strategic Capabilities Office and US SOCOM
- Tech Expo: After reviewing all technology submissions, the ThunderDrone team will invite selected applicants to showcase their technology during a Tech Expo at SOFWERX in Tampa; FL. Exhibitors will have the opportunity to directly interface with SOF warfighters and interagency partners. Teaming and partnerships between companies that have complimentary capabilities is highly encouraged. Subsequently, ThunderDrone participants are not expected to offer a complete solution in order to submit for entrance to the Tech Expo, as opportunities to network and partner will be provided during the expo. The Expo is scheduled for January 29-31.
- Outdoor Demonstration: Following the Tech Expo, selected participants/teams will be invited to demonstrate their prototype C-SUAS capabilities and be evaluated by a government assessment team. The teams will demonstrate their prototypes at an outdoor range in March/April (specific days/location TBD). This will provide an opportunity for the teams to prove the performance and maturity of their hardware. Based on performance at the Outdoor Demonstration, top participants will be invited to RPE III to compete for cash awards.
- RPE III (Game of Drones). John explains how the teams coming out of RPE II will be narrowed down to small group to compete in the final phase of ThunderDrone. Selected teams will compete in Las Vegas at date and venue to be determined. The winners will be awarded cash prizes.
- Opportunities for the Commercial Drone Industry. While ThunderDrone is primarily oriented to the military, commercial drone companies could benefit by staying aware of the opportunities to collaborate with industry experts to evolve their technology and ideas. SOFWERX can help companies evolve ideas to support military operations, and in many cases, these same ideas could find a place in the private marketplace. Companies working with SOFWERX could receive funding to develop their idea and still hold onto intellectual property, and therefore, turn it into a commercial enterprise.
- RPE I (The Art of the Possible). Capt. Stone talks about the first RPE event, a Tech Rodeo held on November 1-3, hosting over 200 participants, from Got, Industry, Academia and Labs, to participate in a variety of demonstrations and presentations.
- The Future of SOFWERX. SOFWERX is still in its infancy and plans to grow its ecosystem and continue to work with stakeholders to really accelerate decision making and lower technical risk before investment decisions are made. In addition, there may be opportunities to expand the model into other areas of the military and across different branches of service.
- Closing. Military planners know they have to tap into the entrepreneurial spirit, particularly in terms of integrating swarming, autonomy and artificial intelligence technologies. SOFWERX recognizes there are plenty of entrepreneurs' writing algorithms, creating code and coming up with novel ideas, but they don't have the means all of the pieces to get to the next step. SOFWERX provides a model that can quickly adjust to changing circumstances and can work with companies to evolve their ideas quickly.
Mentioned Links
- SOFWERX (www.sofwerx.org)
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Carlos Mendez, MD, FACP
Dr. Carlos Mendez is an Associate Professor of Medicine specialized in diabetes management within the Divisions of General Internal Medicine, and Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism at the Froedtert/Medical College of Wisconsin and is the Director of the Diabetes Program at the Clement Zablocki Veterans Affairs Medical Center.
Dr. Mendez is originally from Venezuela where he obtained his medical degree. He completed his residency in Internal Medicine at the John Stroger Hospital of Cook County in Chicago, IL and his Fellowship in Diabetes at the East Carolina University in Greenville, North Carolina.
Before he moved to Wisconsin, he was the Director of the Diabetes Management Program at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Albany, NY for 6 years. Dr. Mendez has been deeply involved in academic and research activities with multiple peer review publications and book chapters. Dr. Mendez has also lectured nationally and internationally on the management of diabetes.