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Just talked with Jason Murray at the Alexandria, MN Area Economic Development Commission today. Got a copy of the Total Deposits report that are held here in Alexandria by 10 banks. Total for 2008 was $578,144,000. Years past: 2007-$536,734,000, 2006-521,203,000, 2005-$490,665,000.
Deposits have grown steadily here. Bremer Bank is the market leader, I think that may have something to do with their large philantropic contributions to this community every year. They can't advertise that, something to do with the regulations, but I wish that they could. They put a lot of money into this community from their profits. Thank the people at Bremer when you see them. They help make Alexandria, MN a much better place to live.


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Many thanks to those who were able to attend Wednesday's Back to School Night. I know this is a busy time of year for all and I appreciate your dedication to your children! If you were unable to come or if you need a review of the info presented, you can find our BTSN slideshow on our Back To School Night page. When you have some time, please peruse our website to familiarize yourself with resources and info as well.
As mentioned at BTSN, in an effort to encourage a healthy balance of work, play, and family time, the 2nd grade team has decided we will not have traditional hard copy homework packets. Instead, we would like to have students read at least 25 minutes daily from a variety of genres in a variety of ways. Parents, please be vigilant about this since we are all developing readers at this point in our reading lives! I have just activated our RAZ-Kids account on our Resources Page (student passwords are their initials) to help encourage this reading. Storyline Online is also a great "listen to reading" activity that can be found on our Resources page. Also, please have students read "real books" (non-screen time); regular visits to our local libraries and bookstores are a great way to stock up on books and establish a reading routine and family activity. Independent reading, choral reading, taking turns, and reading aloud are ways of "mixing it up" for nurturing your blossoming reader. Thank you for your support!
Aside from daily reading, you can also expect Spelling to be a consistent homework item, with pre-tests on Mondays and final spelling tests (or a spelling activity like a spelling bee) on Fridays. Please support your speller at home by studying the week's spelling words via Spelling City on our Resources Page or using any other method that is helpful for your student.
In terms of Math, you will see occasional items come home in blue folders that might indicate extra practice or unfinished work. Also feel free to utilize the math resources such as Front Row and McGraw Hill Math on our Resources Page for continued practice and enrichment. Students received passwords for Front Row in class; I will give them their McGraw Hill passwords next week.
NWEA update:
Two tests down (Reading and Language); one more to go on Monday (Math)! Kudos to our class for persevering through two very long testing sessions. I am so proud of the growth mindset they demonstrated throughout testing time. Much to be proud of!
Curriculum Highlights:
*Daily 5--we continue to work on the elements of "Read to Self" and "Work on Writing" and "Word Work." We have started our Daily Language routine as well. We are dong an amazing job in Writer's Workshop!
*Math--we concept-mapped what we know about addition and completed our Beginning of the Year Math test.
*Technology--we re-visited our tech procedures and being Digital Citizens. We logged into our accounts, took a selfie picture for our log-in, navigated our way to our website and resources page, logged into Front Row Math, and practiced our facts! We are getting techie!!
2nd Grade Quote of the Week:
It's been a busy week of work and tests! It is the afternoon of a long day and I am circulating around the class while students are working independently. I overhear a voice in group 4 whisper in frustration, "I can't do this; I don't get it!" to which Rayyan leans over and encourages his classmate, "C'mon! You can! Have a growth mindset!"
Have a wonderful week!
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Learn how to use and set up a basic kit for electroforming jewellery items.
Electroforming deposits a layer of metal (in this case copper) onto items to create a full or partial - decorative or structural coating.
***This is closely related, but different from electroplating - I do not teach electroplating***
This is a creative course where students learn the basics of planning and creating unique one off jewellery items using electroforming. We will be using the electroforming to partly or fully coat non metallic found or organic objects (or items students have created previously using wax, polymer clay or 3D printing) with a solid layer of copper. The copper can be purely decorative, or used to add strength to joins and connections (e.g. around stone settings), or used to add a different texture or surface to items.
Suitable for complete beginners, or more experienced jewellers looking to try a new technique. The class runs over two sessions - half a day each, to allow time for the electroforming process to take place in-between. Part one will be designing and preparing pieces, and setting up the tank, part 2 will be retrieving the completed pieces, reviewing what worked best or not so well, and finishing off the pieces to create completed jewellery.
Classes (maximum 3 people) are held in my central London jewellery studio and runs from roughly 10am to 1.30/2pm on day 1, then 2-5pm on day 2.
New dates regularly added.
If you will be redeeming a CraftCourses gift voucher on this course, the voucher code must be provided at the point of booking.
The price listed is for one student on a selected course / date - courses have a maximum of 3 students per session.
Students can expect to create 3 or 4 pieces of jewellery each over the duration of the course, depending on the size and intricacy of their designs.
All the materials you need to complete the relevant projects are included in the price, as well as refreshments during the day. Lunch is not included, but there are many local shops and cafes, or you are welcome to bring a packed lunch.
This class is also available as individual 1-1 tuition.
This craft course provider has been awarded Bronze status for receiving 1 or more 5 star ratings from previous students.
The Students' Choice award ensures that course providers get recognised for their efforts in the teaching and practice of UK craft.
They also allow tutors to gain valuable feedback on their courses and for new students to find the course that's right for them.
Two part class, split over two days
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Hi All.. I have recently done the copper electro-forming course with Penny. I have been wanting to do it for some time and I finally found someone super talented to teach me. I did Pennys electro-forming 2 day course. I wanted to combine the course with my love of crystals which penny helped me with and she customised it to what I wanted to achieve. Penny is an amazing teacher and really recommend the course to anyone. No previous jewellery experience needed either :-). Penny has inspired me to start making jewellery with copper and crystals and I have began making a collection to sell on my instagram... Watch this space.. Thank you Penny x
Response from Penny Akester Jewellery:Thanks for the review! I'm so glad you enjoyed the weekend - can't wait to see what you create with it, do share lots of pics - good luck with all your ideas/plans!!


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For many people, one of their biggest fears is being diagnosed with cancer, and with more than 1 in 3 people developing cancer at some point in their lifetime the chances of this fear coming true are relatively high. However, with recent and ongoing advancements in cancer treatments and diagnosis techniques the C-word doesn't always mean mortality.
When a person is diagnosed with cancer it sets them off on a bit of an emotional rollercoaster to say the least. Once the initial feeling of shock has subsided a myriad of feelings can be experienced, including sadness, fear, guilt, anger, confusion, denial, stress, anxiety and depression. All of these feelings are perfectly normal so it's fine to allow yourself to feel them. However, it's important to remember that you don't have to struggle alone on your emotional rollercoaster.
Building a support network
Establishing a good support network is one of the best things you can do when you are diagnosed with cancer. A good mix of family, friends, medical professionals and fellow cancer patients will offer everything you could want from a support network.
Friends and family: It can be difficult to break the news to family and friends as you don't want to upset them, but they are the ones closest to you so they form the emotional support you need. Your friends and family are there to wipe your tears when you cry, give you a much needed hug and do nice things to help take your mind off your treatment. They can also attend appointments with you for moral support and to ask questions to the doctor when your mind is buzzing from information overload.
Hospital staff: The doctors and nurses in the cancer unit at the hospital are trained and experienced in dealing with all aspects of cancer. They can answer any questions you may have, offer advice and support and provide medical care to ease your pain and make you more comfortable.
Support centres/groups: The hospital staff at your cancer centre will be able to advise you on the support facilities within your local community. As much as your friends or family want to help you, if they've not been through the same thing then you can end up feeling quite alone. A support group can help to introduce you to other people who have been through or are going through cancer, chemotherapy, radiotherapy etc. Joining some support forums online can help too as you can connect with even more patients and survivors who can share their stories and help to remind you that you're not alone.
Helping yourself
When you're diagnosed with cancer it can feel as though you're losing control of your life and your own destiny, so it's important to be proactive and try to take back some of that control.
Be organised: Set up a folder to store any information and literature that you are given from the hospital and from your support groups. Keep a notebook handy and jot down any questions that you have so that they're on hand when you see your doctor or nurse next. It's also a good idea to keep a diary so that you can keep on track with all of your appointments and remember when to pick up your prescriptions etc.
Take care of yourself: Your physical and mental health and wellbeing are more important than ever right now so it's important not to neglect them. Make sure that you allow plenty of time for rest and relaxation and try to get plenty of sleep. Eat a healthy, balanced diet with plenty of vitamin-rich fruits and vegetables, and do some gentle exercise like walking or swimming to keep your energy levels up and give you something to fill your days with.
Try to stay positive: It can be all too easy to let negative thoughts take over and spiral into depression so it's important to actively counter your negative thoughts with positive ones. Cancer can often make people re-evaluate their lives and start living them to the full. It's important to carry on seeing friends and family and doing the things that make you happy. Be proud of yourself, you're strong, courageous and an inspiration to others!


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You may remember Storm, the dog I wrote about in "The prisoner next door," who was confined by himself for two years in a fenced kennel in a far corner of his owner's back yard. Last week, someone installed a very long tie-out for him and hooked him up to it. Storm is able to run from one corner of the yard to another and plays with the owner's other dog (who lives in the house) when she lets him into the yard. Sometimes a neighbor walks over while working in his yard and gives Storm a little petting. While not an ideal situation, the tie-out is a huge improvement in the quality of Storm's life. He's finally getting some attention, affection and play time with another animal. He's barking less often. And I have been able to stop cringing everytime he does bark, knowing that he is a much happier dog than he used to be.
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Today's lecture on the Culture of Houses reminded me of my visit to South Africa last year where I had the opportunity to walk through a Township on the outskirts of Graaff-Reinet.
The Townships were set aside for the non-white residents of the country from the late 19th century until the end of the apartheid. Although apartheid ended in 1994 there is still an obvious cultural difference between life within the Townships and life in the town itself.
Most townships are still lacking basic services such as sewerage and electricity and there is a distinct lack of unemployment which leads to a number of social issues.
One of the striking differences between the township and town is how much more life, personality and culture is present within the township. In the town every house is smart with a well watered, cropped lawn but in the township each house has its own identity.
In the 90s a government scheme built what came to be known as 'Mandela Houses' these small dwellings were of basic but solid construction, the houses completely lacked individuality but over time as they were adapted and painted each became a unique representation of its occupants.


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Fall - Winter 2019 - Look 13View by Look
For this look, bold shoulders, feminine ruffles and a cinched waist create the silhouette of the season. The jacket - in a masculine wool jacquard fabric - is worn over a fitted top with a multicolored check motif. The skirt features the season's floral print, with pleats and three tiers of ruffles creating a structured yet fluid effect.


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Fatty Liver
Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is defined as the accumulation of liver fat (steatosis) in the absence of causes such as alcohol, medications and genetic conditions. It is really a spectrum of diseases from simple steatosis without inflammation or liver injury, through to non-alcoholic steato-hepatitis (NASH), a condition with steatosis, inflammation and usually some degree of fibrosis. In Western societies NAFLD / NASH is more prevalent than other forms of hepatitis and may be present in up to 40% of the adult population. In Australia it is projected that by 2030 7.3million people will have fatty liver disease.
Most people with NAFLD are asymptomatic and rely on imaging to diagnosis the condition. Liver enzymes often fluctuate but do not reflect the degree of underlying liver injury and even those with normal liver enzymes may have underlying fibrosis. Those with NAFLD usually have a 30% chance of developing NASH and a < 10% chance they develop liver cirrhosis. However NAFLD has a strong association with central obesity and insulin resistance and is a significant risk factor for the development of metabolic disorders including hypertension, dyslipidaemia and cardiovascular disease. Those with NAFLD have up to 3 times the average risk of developing diabetes.
There are no approved medical therapies for NAFLD with treatment focusing on weight loss. A reduction of 5 – 10% of body weight has been shown to improve liver histology. Many alternative therapies have been tried, with some evidence for vitamin E in a small subset of patients (fibrosis did not improve). Emerging evidence suggests those who drink coffee have less liver fibrosis and steatosis than non-coffee drinkers. There are new therapies on the horizon but these are currently in clinical trials.
Iron Deficiency
Management of iron deficiency is a common clinical problem faced by both gastroenterologists and general practitioners and may signal the presence of un-suspected digestive disease.
- Data from large studies indicates iron deficiency with accompanying anaemia is present in 1-3% of the adult population.
- Iron deficiency without anaemia is more common and seen in up to 11% of women (usually premenopausal) and 4% of men.
- It is estimated that up to 15% of Australians older than 65 have IDA.
Gastroscopy and colonoscopy as combined investigations are mandatory in the evaluation of IDA. Sometimes, patients are only referred for one procedure which draws out the investigation and is more costly. Speak to your specialist or GP if you suspect that you have IDA.
If you are a medical professional review our article on IDA here.
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a condition characterised by abdominal pain and altered bowel habit without abnormalities on radiological, endoscopic or laboratory investigation.
Several subgroups of IBS can be recognised on the basis of symptoms and may be classified as:
- constipation predominant,
- diarrhoea predominant or
- mixed.
IBS symptoms are very common occurring in up to 15% of the general population.
- Less than 20% however tend to seek medical advice for their symptoms.
- It is twice as common in females as males and
- Half of the individuals who present with IBS are younger than 35 years of age.
It has been reported that approximately 30% of IBS sufferers take sick leave with half of these being absent from work at least two weeks per year.
Speak to your doctor or specialist if you are suffering from more than one of the following symptoms:
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ReSource Pro Walkin 2018: Exciting job opportunity for the position of Client Associate in ReSource Pro, for experienced candidates with 0 to 5 years experience in the Insurance industry can apply for this position. Furthermore, the ReSource Pro Walkin Drive is scheduled from 28th December 2018 To 31st December 2018. So, all the interested and eligible Graduates can soon check the information to attempt the ReSource Pro Walkin In Bangalore to get placed as Associate, Senior Associate – (Non Technical).
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ReSource Pro Walkin 2018 – Complete Information
|Company Name
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|Any Graduate
|0 – 5 Years
|Job Location
|Job Role
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|Not Disclosed By Recruiter
|Employment Type
|Permanent Job, Full Time
|Functional Area
|ITES, BPO, KPO, LPO, Customer Service, Operations
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- Ability to independently operate a variety of client systems and performs a range of insurance processing tasks.
- Ability to manage the Proof of Concept (POC) period effectively to onboard new clients.
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- Ability to analyze documents and follow complex rules.
- The work we do is unique and each task is different need to be a quick learner, get trained swiftly on all skills and be able to learn from past errors.
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- Customer-centric and end-customer focused.
- Ability to stay focused for an extended period of time.
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- Good Interpersonal Skills & command over English (verbal and written).
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We're always thinking of our friends under the weather, or not able to attend regular church services for various reasons.
Make sure to give a shout out to those people by posting a comment here on our blog, or by sending a card, giving a call, or even better, by giving them a visit. Their addresses for cards can be found in the bulletin.
Jim L.
Bill L.
We're always thinking of you and saying a prayer that you get well soon!
Anita W.
I know you'll be laid up for a short time with your leg, but we are praying for a speedy recovery! Get back to us soon!
Jan M.
Even though you can't visit us often, we love it when we do see you!
Janet Y.
Agnes F.
Helen S.
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I know its tough to get out, but you're with us in thoughts and prayers!
I'd like to thank Barbara O. for helping us with the organ while Anita is out. We sincerely appreciate it…your music is beautiful!


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Rolling Stones Vs. The Animals – Ultimate Classic Rock Hall of Fame Round One
Two English bands that were among the earliest pioneers of classic rock -- the Animals and the Rolling Stones -- are matched up against each other in the first round of our inaugural Ultimate Classic Rock Hall of Fame election.
Each month, your votes will determine which of eight legendary artists or bands is immortalized forever for their contributions to classic rock history. The Animals were one of the most important bands of the British Invasion, incorporating a heavy dose of R&B into their sound on hits like 'House of the Rising Sun,' 'We've Gotta Get Out of This Place' and 'Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood.'
They've got their work cut out for them if they want to move on to our second round, however, because for over 50 years now their competition, the Rolling Stones, have earned and by most accounts successfully defended the title of "World's Greatest Rock and Roll Band." If you need some reasons to justify this claim, we've got 100 right here.
Only one of these two legendary bands can make it past the opening round of this month's Hall of Fame election. So who gets to advance? That's entirely your call. You can vote once a day from now until 11:59 PM ET on Sunday, March 17 in each of the four first round battles. The first entrant into the Ultimate Classic Rock Hall of Fame will be revealed on April 1, 2013. Be sure to read the official Hall of Fame rules right here.


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The U.S. workforce comprises 156 million workers ― men and women, young and old, of every race and ethnicity. This workforce is the source of our economy's strength; it is America's workers who work hard, day in and day out, to generate the goods and services that move our country forward.
But even though these workers devote a huge part of their waking hours to the labor market, the labor market simply does not deliver for many of them. For most of the last four decades, the United States has suffered from rising inequality and anemic wage growth for most workers. While these trends have a number of causes, the common thread that binds them is the degradation of bargaining power of low- and moderate-wage workers.
This suppression of workers' bargaining power has been so profound that even today's 3.9 percent unemployment rate ― quite low compared to historical averages ― has not been enough to spur robust real wage growth for most workers.
This situation of weak economic leverage for most workers is not the unfortunate-but-inevitable result of natural trends in technology and global integration. Instead, it's the product of decades of attacks on workers' leverage by policymakers, either through direct action or through a failure to keep pace with evolving employer practices that wrest leverage from workers. The result is that the rules governing work in this country are rigged against working people from their first day on the job, leaving low- and moderate-wage workers with little bargaining power to demand their fair share of the growing economic pie.
The best guarantee for a fair workplace for workers is union representation and a collective bargaining agreement. And strong unions improve the wages and working conditions of all working people ― both workers in unions and workers who aren't in unions ― since unions help raise standards. Unsurprisingly, a recent poll found that 60 percent of adults have a favorable view of labor unions.
However, as of 2017, only 10.7 percent of wage and salary workers were union members. This disconnect is the result of decades of fierce opposition to unions, with employers exploiting loopholes in outdated labor law to defeat workers' organizing efforts while corporate lobbyists block attempts at reform.
Policymakers should stand up for U.S. workers and act now to put policies in place to help close the gap. For example, policies should be enacted to ensure that workers who want to form a union are able to do so free from employer intimidation and retaliation. This would include instituting meaningful penalties against employers and who illegally interfere with workers joining together to improve their wages and working conditions, and prohibiting employers from requiring workers to meetings designed to persuade them against voting in favor of a union.
Given that employers often cause long delays ― often years ― in the collective bargaining process when workers do overcome existing hurdles and successfully vote to form a union, policies should also be enacted to help ensure that when workers join a union they are able to reach a contract successfully by creating a mandatory mediation-and-arbitration processes. The law should also prohibit companies from permanently replacing striking workers, and these protections should also be extended to include workers engaged in "secondary strikes" or other protest actions in solidarity with striking workers.
In addition, policymakers should ban states from passing so-called "right to work" laws, which are intended to undermine the finances of private-sector unions by preventing them from being able to require that non-union bargaining-unit members — people that unions are required by law to represent — pay their fair share of the cost of that representation. Workers who want a union must be able to effectively finance the organization to ensure that they have a meaningful voice in the workplace.
We know how significant a force for a fair economy unions are by looking at how much their decline since the 1970s has contributed to inequality between middle- and high-wage workers: union decline can explain one-third of the rise in wage inequality among men and one-fifth of the rise in wage inequality among women from 1973 to 2007.
The kinds of policies described above will help halt and reverse the trend of declining union coverage and rising inequality. These are the types of reforms that are needed to help unrig the system and ensure fairness on the job for working people.
Heidi Shierholz is policy director at the Economic Policy Institute.


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I just wanted to say thanks to all of you who stopped by to the "Where Bloggers Create" party.
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If you're just stopping by...or if you were here already and are taking another peek, how about some dessert?
Would grilled peaches with melted chocolate in the center and a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream on the side appeal to you?
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It's really easy to put together...just cut some ripe peaches in half, grill face down for a couple of minutes, then place face up on some foil, brush with melted butter, add a small piece of dark chocolate in the middle and grill for about 25 minutes. Serve with a scoop {or two} of vanilla ice cream. It's really great. I do have to warn you, though, the first bite may have you wondering if you like it...it's such a different blend of flavors. I looked around the table as we all took that first bite and it was a little like introducing a new food to a baby...you know how they get that funny look on their face and aren't sure whether they're going to swallow it or not? Well, the three others around the table had a bit of the same look and I know for sure that I did too. But by the second bite, my taste buds figured out that it was a good thing...and I devoured every last bite...and so did everyone else.
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From the Trunk Space to Comerica Theatre and The Van Buren, it's easier than ever to see great live music on a nightly basis in the heart of our sprawling Valley. But what about bands who want to play downtown? Where should you play — and more importantly, where should you start?
Imagine you're a member of a brand-new band looking to play their first show. Sure, you could reach out to Danny Zelisko, and try to get on as an opening act at a show he's promoting at Comerica Theatre (it won't happen), or you could reach out to the good folks at The Trunk Space, Last Exit Live, or The Lost Leaf, and ask politely for an open weeknight slot.
Brannon Kleinlein has played a role in building the downtown scene by taking a small, and slightly funky venue formerly known as the Ruby Room, and turning it into Last Exit Live, one of the better venues to play in town due to its great PA and subtle, yet comfortable ambience. In a somewhat prescient 2015 interview with Phoenix New Times, Kleinlein described how the downtown music scene was growing.
"Now, you can conceivably play your entire career in downtown," he said, citing venues including Lost Leaf, Last Exit, Crescent Ballroom, The Pressroom, and the Orpheum among the career-spanning stepping stones. "… Five years ago that was impossible. And that's kind of a huge difference: You could put any size show in Phoenix now."
Three years later, there is even more opportunity.
For new bands, especially those who don't have a built-in fan base from other bands the members may have played in, starting out at one of the smaller, more intimate venues downtown is the way to go. Our advice? Take as many gigs as you can get, at first, and start growing a fan base. As the crowds start to increase and your stage presence improves (don't worry if it doesn't feel super-great from the beginning), start being more selective about the shows you book, and spread out your bookings a bit as well. Nothing can stop a fan base from continuing to grow like overexposure.
Local-scene vets are excited about the new opportunities downtown as well.
"It's been really heartening to see so many venues opening downtown that cater to live music, and not just venues but great venues run by people who care about music, growing a music scene, and giving an audience a good experience," says Phoenix's own Cait Brennan, a singer/songwriter who released one of the best albums of 2017, called Third (Omnivore/Warner).
Longtime Valley concert promoter Rob "Fun Bobby" Birmingham also sees the vital downtown music scene as more than just a slew of great venues. The talent level in town has risen to meet the available stages.
"There's this desert loyalty, and sense of community with legendary, established bands who encourage and advise the new kids out here," Birmingham says. "We live in a climate that is downright brutal five months of the year. I think we stick together and support and collaborate with each other better than a place like San Diego, with it always being 75 degrees."
There were always good bands, though, and good — even excellent — downtown venues in the past. However, some of the early venues were more about atmosphere than comfort or sound quality.
Punk, noise, and art rock acts have had various venues to play downtown since the 1970s. Some may remember the Subcultural Arts Center, which hosted a variety of shows in the late 1980s.
There was also the Silver Dollar Club (where Butthole Surfers, Green Day, X, Fugazi, and SNFU all played), Theater Triad, The Firehouse, Vivians (a short-lived punk venue), and Thought Crime, to name places where bands at almost any level could get a gig. And the Orpheum, Comerica, and Talking Stick Resort Arena (originally known as America West Arena) have consistently hosted big-name acts.
But for local bands looking to find their way, there hasn't always been a variety of venues, in terms of size and customer base, to go from being a band that is barely out of the garage to one that is attracting significant media attention.
"The downtown music scene has went from 0 to 60 in a very short time," says Jim Andreas of No Volcano. "It doesn't seem like that long ago that Modified (Arts, which was hosting music from 1999 to 2010) was one of the only downtown venues to have shows on a regular basis. Now you have so many options ... I have lived downtown for 15 years and couldn't be happier."
So in no particular order, here are the best venues to play downtown right now, beginning with places for a band that's just getting started:
The Lunchbox
4132 East McDowell Road, #7
Capacity: 100
Contact: Dannie Levie
While The Lunchbox is technically not in downtown Phoenix, it has the kind of aesthetic that fits perfectly with this list. For newer bands and veterans wanting to try out some new material in a place that oozes DIY, The Lunchbox has a "by the scene, for the scene" vibe that creates a safe space for unsafe thoughts and riffs. Jackie Cruz from Man Hands and Jade Helm says it best: "Places (like The Lunchbox) feel like home, and the shows are always fun."
The Lunchbox is perfect for bands on their way up or looking to try out new material in a small, welcoming room.
Bands to watch for at The Lunchbox: Man Hands, Nanami Ozone, and Weird Radicals.
The Trunk Space
1124 North Third Street
Capacity: 125
Contact: Steph Carrico/Robbie Pfeffer
Even though The Trunk Space moved from its longtime space on Grand Avenue in 2016, the spirit and vibe of the DIY venue is safely rooted in the staff of volunteers who keep it alive. Steph Carrico, who has managed Trunk Space for many years, keeps the shows running smoothly, and makes the most of one of the more interesting locations to host shows in town. If you see a show at Trunk Space, you honestly can tell your grandmother "yes" when she asks if you've been going to church.
Trunk Space is another great place to work out new material, set up a show for a touring band you want to trade shows with, or just be part of a really great scene, no matter how experienced your band is at this point.
Bands to watch for at Trunk Space: Playboy Manbaby, The Breakup Society, and Andy Warpigs.
The Lost Leaf
915 North Fifth Street
Capacity: 149
Contact: Tato Caraveo
Blink and you miss it, The Lost Leaf has both a killer selection of beer and a knack for hosting great punk, garage, jazz, eclectic, and indie rock shows. It's very intimate, but if you're not looking to actually see a band, there's always plenty of room to hear the band in the front area of the bar or outside. The Lost Leaf is a great place to book your first downtown gig, and bring all your friends, as long as they're over 21, as the bar does not do all-ages shows. Bands split a portion of the bar sales, so there is never a cover charge.
Lost Leaf is great for new and established bands looking to squeeze into a tight room and make some noise.
Bands to watch for at The Lost Leaf: Battered Suitcases, Sugar Thieves, and Fatigo.
Last Exit Live
717 South Central Avenue
Capacity: 300
Contact: Brannon Kleinlein
One small thing that Last Exit Live has that many other similarly sized venues do not is a curtain. When you are getting ready to play some music, loading in your gear, tuning up, etc., it's nice not having to worry if you're flashing the crowd some plumber's ass if you bend over. It's a small touch, and when there is a great sound system to play through as well, a place like Last Exit Live quickly becomes a venue for bands to look towards as a place they want to play.
Bands to watch for at Last Exit Live: Japhy's Decent, Banana Gun, and Captain Squeegee.
The Rebel Lounge
2303 East Indian School Road
Capacity: 325
Contact: Stephen Chilton
Out of the ashes of the Mason Jar, Stephen Chilton resurrected one of Central Phoenix's most revered spots by creating the Rebel Lounge. It's cleaner and sounds better than its predecessor ever did, even if there are no 75-cent kamikazes. Like The Lunchbox, Rebel Lounge is not technically "downtown," but local and national bands continue to make history in one of the bars that every band has played on their way up and down the proverbial rock-and-roll ladder.
New bands can put in some work as an opening act on one of the many great bills Chilton puts together on a regular basis, and then work their way up to headlining the Rebel on a weekend when they are ready.
Bands to watch for at The Rebel Lounge: Hogjaw, Autumn's End, and Sorxe.
Valley Bar
130 North Central Avenue
Capacity: 480 total, 250 in Music Hall
Contact: David Moroney
You enter through the alley door and walk downstairs into a cool labyrinth of music, booze, and damn good food. What could be better? Valley Bar has been making the downtown scene better since 2015, and with a killer sound system and crackerjack staff, it's a great place to both see and play a show.
Local bands should have their act pretty well in order before taking on this killer stage. Once you've proven yourselves to be able to draw a decent crowd, you'll be ready for Valley Bar.
Bands to watch for at Valley Bar: The Darts (USA), Rebel Set, and Scorpion Vs. Tarantula.
Crescent Ballroom
308 North Second Avenue
Capacity: 550
Booking: David Moroney
What can you say about the venue that really put a charge into making downtown a viable location again for great music events?
"Charlie Levy is a genius," Rob "Fun Bobby" Birmingham says. "He has been producing great shows since he wasn't old enough to drink."
Levy and the team at Stateside have been putting on great shows at Crescent since 2011 — and they haven't slowed down since. The downtown venue has excellent food and good prices on their booze, making it a great destination to see some of the best bands on the planet.
Valley scene veterans and up and coming stars are the bands ready for Crescent Ballroom. You know you're doing pretty good when you get to headline this fantastic bar.
Bands to watch for at Crescent: Fairy Bones, Jerusafunk, and Bear Ghost.
The Van Buren
401 West Van Buren Street
Capacity: 2,000
Contact: Jeremiah Gratza/Charlie Levy
In its first year, The Van Buren has quickly ensconced itself in the hearts of Phoenix-area music lovers. What's not to like about a gorgeous, barn-like venue with great sound, plenty of bar space, an ample smoking patio (if you still have that vile, disgusting habit — wink, wink), and the best green rooms in the state. Located in the heart of downtown, The Van Buren brings another option for Stateside Presents to bring larger bands downtown who might have gone to the (vastly inferior) Marquee, or (wonderful, old-time Phoenix landmark) Celebrity Theater in the past.
The best of the best local bands will get to grace the awesome Van Buren stage. If you play here during your first year as a band, you're doing something very, very right.
Local bands you might see at The Van Buren: Phoenix Afrobeat Orchestra and anybody else lucky enough to open a big show.
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Comerica Theatre
400 West Washington Street
Capacity: 5,000
Comerica is easily the best midsize to large venue (more than 2,000 seats) downtown, and while you won't see a lot of local bands gracing the big stage, the sound blows away any of the other big venues. Comerica does a great job of running events so the usual hiccups with bigger shows are few and far between with this jewel in the heart of downtown. Any place that is good enough for Steve Martin and Martin Short is A-OK in our books.
Local bands need to put in their work and eat their Wheaties to play Comerica Theatre, but make it happen, boys and girls, and earn your slot.
Dream show at Comerica: We'd love to see Jimmy Eat World there with Meat Puppets opening, and because they do a lot of comedy events, we'd like to see Leslie Barton as the MC for that one.


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RAINBOW READING (reading / language) Years 2 to 6
A school-wide programme for pupils identified through reading results and class teachers' observations as reading six months or more below their chronological age. Twenty minute daily sessions, Monday to Thursday where students listen with headphones to a story at their reading level, whilst following the written text. A running record (reading assessment), to check on progress is taken every fourth day.
BOOK CLUB (reading mileage / language) Years 2 to 6
A school wide reading mileage programme held between 9.00am and 10.00am Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, 40 students per session with students reading individually for 15 minutes to and with adult tutors to improve reading fluency (speed reading / tracking).
ORS (On-going Resource Scheme) Years 1 to 6
An Intervention for students with very particular special needs (only available to about 1% of the school students). Provided the application is successful, Ongoing Resourcing Scheme, (ORS) funded students receive Teacher and Teacher Aide support through the Ministry of Education, sometimes also topped up from the school's Special Education Grant. Teacher Aide assistance develops independence, and socialisation rather than dependence on support. Hours received by each student depend on the degree of the disability but typically are in the range of 7-12 hours per week which must cover both class and break times. ORS referrals must be made through the SENCO.
Quest is the name for our Gifted and Talented pull-out enrichment programme. There are many possible definitions for gifted and talented. Our School definition is:
"Gifted students at Whangaparaoa School are those with the potential to achieve outstanding performance related to other students of the same age, in one or more areas of human endeavour. Talented students are those who demonstrate exceptional ability in one or more areas. They require differentiated educational programmes and/ or services, (such as social and emotional support) in order to realise their contribution to self and society."
Children are identified in a variety of ways - with teacher, parent and self-nomination considered. Each year in March teachers are asked to identify children who stand out, in a number of categories (academic, social/emotional areas, various strength areas). The GATE coordinator then makes recommendations for further clarification - often with a cognitive screening. In newsletters early in the year (March / April) parents are invited to contact the GATE coordinator to discuss if they feel their child may be gifted. Those identified as gifted (usually the top 5% of cognitive abilities, but those with other exceptions - 2e - such as ASD, ADHD, Dyslexia etc, may be accepted with lower cognitive results) are invited to participate in our pull-out enrichment group, and teachers are notified so that accommodations can also be made in class where necessary.
Children involved in Quest are withdrawn from the regular classroom one block a week with a small group of children of a similar age and ability, to participate in enrichment activities. Students learn about higher order thinking skills and how to utilise these skills to extend themselves. Children are taught to use tools of research effectively so that they can become more confident independent learners. They participate in challenges and undertake problem solving. Most importantly, these children are given the opportunity to work with others of similar ability - learning together and challenging each other, working on social and emotional skills where needed. We aim to make it fun and informative, so that these children remain 'switched on' at school. You can see the blog about Quest here to get an idea of what the learning at Quest is like.
SPEECH / LANGUAGE, including LLI (Language Learning Intervention) Years 1-6
A programme designed to support improvement in talking, reading and comprehension, as well as to boost confidence, language skills and understanding of English. Some individualised instruction may be provided by Ministry appointed speech therapists who visit the school.
An individual daily programme available only for 6-7 year old students in Year 2, with particularly low reading scores. Runs Monday to Friday with 30 minute sessions. These students receive 1 on 1 reading / language instruction from a specially trained teacher for 20 weeks (or 100 hours) with the goal being to accelerate the pupil until they are reading at chronological age by the end of that time. Any child enrolled in this programme must have regular attendance in order to take full advantage of the specialised instruction.
COSMDBRICS Years 2 to 6
This is a programme to accelerate progress in Mathematics – specifically number knowledge. Sessions are run for 20 minutes to half an hour, four days a week and are taken by the Learning Assistants. Each session covers counting, ordering, sequencing, making, dictation, basic facts, games and regular assessment. Students complete up to a term of COSMDBRICS at any one time. Children will be selected for this programme if the class teacher has concerns about their mathematics, based on a range of assessments.
ORCA AGENTS Year 6
These are selected Year 6 role models who take on the job of further reinforcing our ORCA values, positive playground behaviour, encouraging fair play and caring attitudes and acknowledging students who are showing such skills.