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Dylan Hockley died in Anne Marie Murphy's arms
Staring down the barrel of a rifle, Anne Marie Murphy pulled Dylan Hockley close to her, trying to shield him from the hail of bullets that would kill them both.
Dylan, 6, had special needs, his family said Monday. And Murphy was his "amazing" aide, they said. He loved her, pointing happily to her photo on the Hockley's refrigerator every day.
"We take great comfort in knowing that Dylan was not alone when he died," said his parents, Ian and Nicole Hockley.
Dylan and Anne Marie were among 26 students and school staff members who died in a mass shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown on Friday, killed by a lone gunman who had burst into their classroom.
Murphy's family said the Sandy Hook resident, originally from Katonah, N.Y., was "fun-loving," and "artistic," according to Newsday. She loved the outdoors and her family.
In Murphy's obituary, her family asked for donations to be made to the charity Autism Speaks.
The Hockley family, although devastated by their son's death, took the time to honor those who helped him.
"We cannot speak highly enough of Dawn Hochsprung and Mary Sherlach, exceptional women who knew both our children and who specifically helped us navigate Dylan's special education needs," Dylan's parents said. "Dylan's teacher, Vicki Soto, was warm and funny, and Dylan loved her dearly."
Soto, Hochsprung, the school's principal, and Sherlach, the school's psychologist, all also died Friday in the shooting, trying to help their students. Another staff member, Rachel D'Avino, was an intern who also helped special needs students. She was studying to earn a graduate certificate in the behavioral analysis of children with Autism.
"Our thoughts and prayers are with the other families who have also been affected by this tragedy," the Hockley family said. "We are forever bound together and hope we can support and find solace with each other."
Ian and Nicole, who have an older son, Jake, moved their family to Newtown from England two years ago, choosing Sandy Hook for the community and elementary school.
"We do not and shall never regret this choice," the Hockleys said. "Our boys have flourished here and our family's happiness has been limitless."
Dylan's family said everyone who met him, loved him.
"His beaming smile would light up any room and his laugh was the sweetest music," they said. "He loved to cuddle, play tag every morning at the bus stop with our neighbors, bounce on the trampoline, play computer games, watch movies, the color purple, seeing the moon and eating his favorite foods, especially chocolate. He was learning to read and was so proud when he read us a new book every day. He adored his big brother Jake, his best friend and role model."


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The incredible devastation and destruction caused by the Jan. 12 earthquake in Haiti has prompted many to wonder why a nation already so impoverished would experience such tragedy.
Msgr. Lorenzo Albacete, a former physicist and U.S. director of the Catholic lay group Communion and Liberation, attempts to shed some light on understanding the tragedy in a Jan. 15 America magazine blog .
The priest asks: "By what measure do we comprehend something like this? What could ever make it so understandable that we can eliminate from our hearts and minds the cry that surfaces again and again, the cry of why?"
He also notes that amid the tragedy "the church was not spared anything. The cathedral collapsed killing the archbishop, seminaries and convents were destroyed, killing future priests and dedicated religious sisters."
Msgr. Albacete said he couldn't offer "an explanation for why this God allows these tragedies to happen" as any attempt at explaining would "reduce the pain and suffering." Instead, he said he can only "accept a God who 'co-suffers' with me. Such is the God of the Christian faith."
Carl Anderson, supreme knight of the Knights of Columbus, similarly told a Catholic news agency that "thousands of homilies will be given in the coming days to help us understand how a loving God could allow such suffering."
Without mentioning the televangelist Pat Robertson by name, Anderson said "one of the more controversial explanations" of the destruction in Haiti "came from a Protestant evangelist who stated that Haiti had been 'cursed' ever since its founders had 'sworn a pact with the devil' to achieve the nation's independence from France."
Robertson, founder of the Christian Broadcasting Network, gave his explanation of his perceived root of Haiti's troubles in a Jan. 13 segment on his network.
The Christian Broadcasting Network quickly backpedaled on the comments on their Web site where a spokesman said Robertson didn't mean to imply the earthquake was the Haitians' fault, and that he was merely repeating a legend that has led "countless scholars and religious figures over the centuries to believe the country is cursed."
The legend, that Haiti was built on a pact with the devil has circulated on a number of Web sites tracing back to an tale of Haitian voodoo priests offering sacrifices prior to the slave revolt that led to the country's founding.
A CNS story in 1991 recounts the 200th anniversary of this event and the controversy around it, noting that the streets were relatively quiet in the capital city Aug. 14 as Haitians prepared an evening of celebration of the Aug. 14, 1791, meeting by slaves to plot the overthrow of their French colonial masters.
Details of the anniversary of this event note that plans were "fraught with controversy between members of Protestant sects and those who follow a mix of Catholicism and traditional African religion, with the Catholic president in the middle."
The CNS story continues: "The evil spirits invoked at Bois Caiman have brought a curse on this country," according to a pastor during one of many anti-voodoo street marches. Bois Caiman is where African slaves met to plot the uprising 200 years ago. Tradition maintains that to ensure their success they held a voodoo ceremony that included a blood pact and the sacrifice of a pig.
A week later, slaves rose up and in a single night burned sugar-cane fields, mills and plantation houses and killed thousands of Frenchmen.
The government planned to hold a secular commemoration — including drumming throughout the country at midnight — but even this drew Protestant criticism.
One Protestant group invited all Christians to pray at midnight "to free Haiti from the baleful influence of the voodoo spirits and reconsecrate it to Christ."
Even though some type of voodoo meeting took place more than 200 years ago at the start of Haiti's founding, other Christian leaders are hardly pointing to it as the cause for the current devastation.
Anderson pointed out that there is "ample evidence in the Old Testament of nations being punished by God for idolatry and injustice and some Christians continue to look to this Old Testament history for explanations of world events."
"But Catholics today are more likely to look in a different direction to understand how God deals with human sinfulness. And they need look no further than at the crucifix above the altar in their church. God has freely and lovingly united himself with human suffering in the sacrifice of his Son upon the cross," he said.
He also added that the tragedy in Haiti is "likely to have long-lasting effects, not only for the people who have lost loved ones there, but for an entire generation that has witnessed its destruction. And it is important that we get the right understanding of what has occurred there."


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What keeps The Freddie Stories from being unbearably grim is Freddie's irrepressible voice, a cartwheeling, goofy burble that delights in its own verve even in his darkest moments.The Washington Post
The trials and tribulations of troubled adolescents from barry's acclaimed comic
The Freddie Stories traces a year in the life of Freddie, the youngest member of the dysfunctional Mullen family. These four-panel entries–each representing an episode in the life of Freddie–bring to life adolescence, pimples and all. No matter what happens, it all seems to go wrong for Freddie–he's set up as an arsonist, mercilessly teased in school, and bossed around by classmates. With consummate skill, Lynda Barry writes about the cruelty of children at this most vulnerable age when the friends they make and the paths they choose can forever change their lives. In The Freddie Stories every word of dialogue, every piece of narration, and every dark line evokes adolescent angst.
These short, moving stories are collected from Barry's beloved Ernie Pook's Comeek, which was serialized across North America for two decades. Re-packaged here with a brand-new afterword from Lynda Barry, The Freddie Stories is an adult tale about just how hard it is to be a teenager–a classic Barry work alongside her cult masterpiece novel Cruddy–poignant, insightful, and true.
Praise for The Freddie Stories
Barry's singular genius is that she keeps within her the memory of what it's like to be young and powerless and frightened.PopMatters
Freddie's travails are writ large, but their depiction of childhood miseries (lack of control, lack of understanding, living under the illusion of a morally-driven universe) feels true to anyone who has experienced them on a smaller scale.Paste
These are powerful accounts of some of the very difficult things of childhood that we might rather forget, but should always remember.Graphic Medicine
Despite the heavy themes and harsh challenges that Freddie faces, Barry's comic strips are always accessible and crackle with the manic energy of childhood.Cult MTL
Barry's drawings are messily splendid while also graphically precise, able to convey personality and setting and emotional complexities with economy and depth. But her text is the real knockout component in these stories...Barry consistently achieves Faulknerian complexity and style.Barnes and Noble Review


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Captain Becker, why are safety precautions important?
Captain Becker, why all those safety precautions during takeoff and landing: blinds open, seats in an upright position, tray tables folded, headphones off?
The main reason for having the blinds open is so the cockpit crew see whether there's a situation outside the plane that calls for action. If smoke or flames become visible, the airplane needs to be speedily evacuated. Upright seats, folded-away tray tables and stowed headphones are the prerequisites for an evacuation. Before each takeoff, the crew makes a brief review of what each member needs to do in the event of an aborted takeoff.
Can a cell phone that's not switched off really influence the airplane's electronics?
As long as the manufacturers require restricted use of cell phones on board, we should comply. A disruption is certainly possible. As soon as guarantees are in place that no disruption can occur, this rule will be scrapped.
Why is it important for frequent flyers to pay attention to safety instructions?
Passengers who pay attention can increase their own safety and also that of others on board. Everyone knows how to open and close their safety belt; but do they know how to find the nearest emergency exit when the lights are out, or how to put their life vest on the right way around the first time they try?
Why should safety belts be kept fastened?
Hefty turbulence can occur particularly at cruising altitude, and it's hard to predict. That's why it's important to keep safety belts fastened even high in the air. Accidents are rare, but it's better to be safe than sorry.


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We took a nice little family getaway over the holiday weekend here in the U.S. We visited southern Utah including Kolob Canyon (snow) and Snow Canyon (no snow). This time I did not have any quilts to make my husband pose with unlike our trip to Bryce Canyon National Park last fall. 🙂
I also got a lot of stitching done on the road. I love that time to talk with my husband and sit and stitch uninterrupted (well, mostly uninterrupted). Thank heaven I don't get car sick. And now, back to the craziness at home. Time to catch-up on laundry, emails, school work etc. Sometimes I think you need a vacation to catch-up after your vacation.
Okay, thanks for indulging me in the travelogue. Later this week I'll be sharing my block for Jackie's Block of the Month. Now's your time to catch-up on the others before Saturday. (At least, that's my plan. 😉


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The National Institute for Genealogical Studies issued the following press release.
September 9, 2011
Next month The National Institute for Genealogical Studies (www.genealogicalstudies.com) marks its 12th year of providing Internet courses to the genealogy community. In affiliation with the University of Toronto, the National Institute has been providing educational courses to genealogists, first in a classroom setting and then through the Internet since 1997. As part of the celebration of this milestone, the National Institute is offering a 12% discount on all course packages.
A leader in genealogical education for 14 years, when the National Institute began, the idea of providing genealogy courses was unique. It was two years later that an even more unique opportunity for students came when Internet courses were offered, a first of its kind. Louise St Denis, Managing Director of the National Institute reflects "We began the National Institute in 1997 to meet a need. To provide genealogy education that was affordable and could be done from home, allowing anyone who wanted to learn more about genealogical research that opportunity."
No matter what your genealogical goals are from the beginning family historian looking to learn more about record types to the seasoned genealogist who needs to stretch their skills in analyzing complex problems to the professional looking for skill building courses, the National Institute has a course that will interest you. According to Beverly Rice, Director of Curriculum Development, "We have many new courses that will begin in 2012 that will enhance what the Institute currently provides. I'm really excited about our new skill building course track that will help genealogists learn to solve complex research problems." With over 200 courses and growing in 9 certificate programs, the National Institute has something that will interest all genealogists.
Students and instructors from the National Institute come from all over the world including the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, England and Europe. The National Institute courses are helping these genealogists fulfill their personal and professional goals. Susan Michael, a National Institute alumni from North Carolina says, " I am now a Board-certified genealogist. When I began working on my American Studies certificate that was my first step towards the goal of becoming a Certified Genealogist. I heartily recommend the Institute's program as an excellent educational step towards professional-level genealogy."
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This 12% discount offer ends October 4, 2011. Whether you are a current student or a perspective student looking into a course package, now is the time to take advantage of this 12th anniversary discount.
About The National Institute for Genealogical Studies
The National Institute, leaders in online genealogy education, has been offering genealogy and history courses for over 12 years. We now offer over 200 courses in genealogical studies to help enhance researcher's skills.
For those looking to acquire more formal educational training, The National Institute offers—in affiliation with the Continuing Education Unit of the University of St. Michael's College at the University of Toronto—Certificate Programs in the records of Australia, Canada, England, Germany, Ireland, Scotland and the United States, as well as a General Methodology and a Librarianship Certificate Program.
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ARLINGTON — The Arlington Library has been a part of its community for 100 years, and on Saturday, Oct. 13, the library celebrated the 50th anniversary of being a part of the Sno-Isle Libraries community and put together a time capsule to celebrate.
"In 1962, the two library districts, in Snohomish and Island counties, came together to form Sno-Isle," said Arlington's managing librarian Kathy Bullene. "We've gathered things people thought were significant in 2012 and are placing them in a time capsule. We are opening it in 10 years."
Dozens of local residents reminisced about what the library has meant for them over the years, while others predicted what the library would be like in the future.
"The reason we decided to open it in 10 years, is so that some of these kids who are involved might still be here to come back for that ceremony," said Bullene.
The time capsule ceremony included music from the Haller Middle School Marimba Band and local library supporter and flute player Paul Nyenhuis.
"We are within walking distance of two middle schools. They are our neighbors and on weekday afternoons this building is filled with middle school students. We invited them to be a part of this ceremony," said Bullene.
The time capsule's contents include written memories of the library, from patrons and librarians alike. The tale of a persistent cream-colored cat who sneaked through the front doors behind patrons, only to zip to the back room to sleep on a swivel chair, is a favorite memory for one librarian. Participating in summer reading programs to help achieve higher reading levels is a favorite memory for one patron and student who wrote, "I would DIE without the library!!!"
But testimonials weren't the only items placed in the capsule. It also became home to newspaper clippings, a City Council photograph, a Girl Scouts 100-year anniversary patch, local restaurant menus, the Arlington High School commencement program and more.
Arlington Mayor Barbara Tolbert read a proclamation from the City Council, naming Oct. 13, 2012, as the official Sno-Isle Libraries anniversary, and she spoke of the importance of the library as a part of the community.
"The Arlington Library provides a heart for the functioning community's vitality," Tolbert said. "It reflects our needs and expectations. And there are no social or economic barriers."
Sno-Isle Deputy Director Kendra Trachta also attended the event and spoke of the important role that a community library fills.
"A public library is a key institution in our community," said Trachta. "It's free for everyone to use. Whatever you need to know for your life, you can find it in your public library. It's key to a free society and a truly democratic society with an educated citizenry. I am proud to be a part of this community."


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Casiopea teacher:Originally Posted by Casiopea
I need explaination on your second sentence. Why can we use imply there?
I don't think she likes it as much as the first, hence the eyes.
Can anyone explain the subtle differences between infer and imply with more details and examples?Originally Posted by tdol
Help needs.
imply means to suggest something without actually saying it directly, whereas infer means to deduce or conclude something based on what someone else has said.Originally Posted by darren
Pat: Can you afford to buy that car?
Sam: Are you implying (i.e. saying) that I am poor?
Pat: No. Not at all. I meant that, because you have three cars already, you may not have the time or space to take care of a fourth car. You've inferred (i.e. concluded) the wrong meaning!
What can we imply from that inference? means, What can we say without actually saying it about what we have concluded or deduced from what someone else has said. Now that's a brain teaser.
thanks again. Now i understand it. :D :DOriginally Posted by Casiopea
you can infer something by means of external experience,
and you can imply sth. because of your own experience.
Without implying anything derogatory about AE, I wouldn't infer anything that's being "commonly used" necessarily to be grammatically correct, especially not in AE.Originally Posted by tdol
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Neither would I- I was curious about how common it is.


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(The Root) — It's easy to see how Gabrielle Douglas, the charming teen gymnast and first African American to win the individual all-around Olympic gold, can be an inspiration for generations of young black girls and boys. As a 16-year-old black girl from Iowa, she gave performances at the London 2012 Games that showed remarkable spirit and determination.
But it wasn't necessarily an easy road to glory. In her charming new autobiography, Grace, Gold & Glory: My Leap of Faith — written with O, the Oprah Magazine founding editor Michelle Burford — Gabby reveals sacrifices her family made to get her ready for the Olympics. For example, some of her siblings had to give up a few hobbies to direct money toward her gymnastics training.
Those who have followed Gabby's ascent may know many details of her journey already. However, she also provides longer explanations of the pain of her father's physical and emotional distance, the time she endured racially tinged bullying when another gymnast referred to her as a slave, and the stream of insults on Twitter about her hair that she refused to let distract her from getting the gold.
To handle her detractors, Gabby admits to turning to the grace of God. She said she believes that this spiritual connection guides her in the sport she has loved since age 3, when her sister taught her to do a cartwheel. When we caught up with Gabby via phone recently, she told The Root about how she overcame racism, what Dominique Dawes means to her and how she regards her role as a black gymnast.
The Root: There's a painful scene in the book when you talk about your feelings of isolation and one of the gymnasts referred to you as a slave. How did you overcome painful feelings and/or discrimination in the sport? Were you surprised by it?
Gabrielle Douglas: I was definitely shocked. No one likes to be made fun of or joked about. I remember crying and I didn't say anything, and I don't recommend that. You should always tell an adult. I overcame that by relying on the Bible to encourage me and to lift me up. I knew I had a dream to follow, and I wasn't going to let anything or anyone stop me from achieving my goals.
TR: It must have been hard to live in Iowa, where the black population is pretty small. You said you joked around about it — but how did you cope with that?
GD: I'm always in the gym 24-7, so it wasn't that much of a shock. There aren't that many African Americans in the sport of gymnastics. I just love to turn the negative into something positive.
TR: You mention that Martin Luther King Jr. is one of your favorite historical figures, and not just because of his race. Why?
GD: Don't get me wrong; I love a lot of historical figures, but Martin Luther King Jr. was one of my favorites. I loved what he stood up for and believed. I'm living his dream, being the first African American to win the individual all-around gold in gymnastics. I was living with a white host family that opened their home and treated me as one of their own.
TR: What was it like to be congratulated by gymnast Dominique Dawes and the Obamas?
GD: It was an amazing feeling because Dominique Dawes was one of my role models and I love her, and I'm so glad I got to meet her and especially the president and the first lady. Just to be in their presence was spectacular.
TR: You told the New York Times before you won your medals that no one thought you would win because you were black and you were the underdog. Do you feel that your win has helped erase the perception that black gymnasts or other athletes are unlikely to excel in sports where there aren't that many of us?
GD: I'm just so honored to become the first African American to win the all-around medal. A lot of people doubted me, but that was also my encouragement, not only to prove them wrong but also to prove myself right. I'm so happy to bring a new face to the sport of gymnastics.
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Hot on the heels of images from the set of The Dark Knight Rises, a new set photo and a couple of videos have surfaced for R.I.P.D. The Robert Schwetnke-directed pic stars Ryan Reynolds as a newly deceased cop who joins a group of undead officers in the "Rest In Peace Department". Jeff Bridges stars as an R.I.P.D. veteran, and Kevin Bacon is onboard as the villain. Production is currently underway in Boston, and a potentially spoilery set photo and a couple of car chase videos have surfaced.
Hit the jump to see the photo and videos. The film also stars Mary Louise-Parker, Stephanie Szostak, Marissa Miller, and James Hong. R.I.P.D. opens on June 28th, 2013.
In the image, Bacon is seen wearing a motion-capture suit. Previous set photos had him dressed normally, so one can assume that he turns into some sort of CGI-enhanced creature. Not sure how early this happens in the film, hence the spoiler warning.
Here's the photo (via Boston.com) followed by the videos courtesy of Twitter users LConnor05 and Simz8321 respectively.


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Simone Gonzalez didn't plan to build an empire based on teeny-tiny skirts.
But just a year after starting her clothing company, Pleasure Doing Business , Gonzalez's chic, elasticized skirts have stretched over the backsides of fashionistas from Rihanna to Heidi Klum, appeared on the Today Show and grossed more than $2 million in sales. The line has expanded from the basic black to 60 colors and styles sold at almost 100 retailers worldwide, including Neiman Marcus, Saks and Nordstrom.
Slip one on, and it's easy to see why these skirts are a sensation: Despite the second-skin fit, they are flattering--and the price is right. Basic styles start at less than $100, a far cry from the $600 charged for one by Herve Leger, who created the original "bandage" skirt back in the 1980s and whose designs have been enjoying a revival the past few years.
But Gonzalez, 26, says Leger was the furthest thing from her mind a few years ago, when she was a struggling artist walking through the garment district in downtown Los Angeles and spotted some stretchy, thick fabric. "It was a fluke," she says of the polyester and rubber material that would become her destiny.
She hauled her find to a friend's studio nearby and after playing with the thick, mummy-like elastic bands and shaping them into a simple tube skirt--no zipper, hem or serious tailoring required--Gonzalez realized she might be onto something.
"I searched the downtown garment district really heavily and pretty much bought out every elastic in every color available," she says. She made her first sale the first time she brought the colorful creations into a friend's boutique.
"To me, it's like a jean or like a T-shirt," she says. Gonzalez grew up in the apparel industry--her father was an executive with the now-defunct J. W. Robinson department stores, where her mother worked as a buyer. Gonzalez, who studied English at University of California, Santa Barbara, spent a summer interning in the fashion office of Bloomingdale's Manhattan headquarters. It was there that she began to experience the entrepreneurial itch.
"I just felt like why couldn't I do it if I tried?" she says. "So I started to take the steps to get there." She dropped out of college and worked as an assistant for L.A.-based clothier Krishan Chaudry. After a year, she was ready to do her own thing.
Today the bustling business, which was started with a $10,000 loan from Gonzalez's mother, houses 16 full-time employees in an industrial downtown L.A. studio Gonzalez found on Craigslist. And the family affair goes beyond the financials. Her mother helps coordinate orders with her father, who handles distribution, while an aunt helps sew the skirts. Gonzalez's boyfriend helps manage, and her brother assists in designs. A friend is office manager, and another runs the line's PR.
Next season, Gonzalez plans off-the-shoulder dresses and corset tops. But each piece still will contain the figure-sucking elastic that put her brand on the map. And she will never do away with her beloved skirts.
"Putting a skirt on makes you feel like a girl," she says. "It's kind of nice."


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Rockford Memorial Hospital is calling its fledgling critical-care nursing program a success, having recently accepted a second round of nurses to train in six areas.
Rockford Memorial Hospital is calling its fledgling critical-care nursing program a success, having recently accepted a second round of nurses to train in six areas.
Hospital officials started the program last fall in efforts to address a nationwide nursing shortage that will especially affect areas in which the work is more fast-paced and challenging.
The American Nurses Association reports that the supply of nurses will fall 36 percent, or more than 1 million people, below requirements by 2020.
The program covers the neonatal intensive care unit, emergency department, adult intensive care, post-anesthesia care, progressive care and cardiac telemetry.
Susan Schreier, the hospital's chief nurse executive, said the hospital accepted 20 nurses for the first round of the program, and officials just accepted 10 more. All six critical-care departments received nurses during the first round.
"We've just been thrilled with" the program, Schreier said. "I think what has most impressed the students is the education provided that really targets the population of patients who are critically ill."
Chris Nelson, 24, of Winnebago enrolled in the program last summer. He was already at Rockford Memorial Hospital doing his residency when he made the "leap."
Nelson works in the ICU and has stayed there because he likes the challenging pace of the job. He said the program is structured, but critical-care students start working with patients right away for on-the-job training.
"The teamwork approach really appealed to me, and you're also constantly learning stuff that's new," he said. "I love it. You work more one-on-one with the patients, and I just like everybody working there."
Nelson is still doing classwork paired with the patient care in the ICU. His eventual goal is to become a medical flight nurse.
Trena Cummings, 27, of Rockford was the ideal candidate for the program. She was working in the mental health field in DeKalb when she heard an ad on the radio about the hospital's new program.
Cummings targeted the NICU for her new job and has been pleased with the career change.
"I still feel like a very new student," she said, laughing. "But I am enjoying it, and I'm still learning new things every day. It's very stressful but also very fulfilling when a baby who has been there for months gets to go home."
Schreier said hospital officials have not decided whether they will accept another round of nurses for the program.
"Right now, we're feeling pretty good. We didn't need a specific number. Rather, we wanted to see what response we got. And we felt really good about what we got."
Melissa Westphal can be reached at (815) 987-1341 or email@example.com.


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QD Ideas brauchte ein neues Logo Design und hat einen Wettbewerb auf 99designs gestartet.
Aus 78 Designs von 12 Designern wurde eine Gewinner gewählt.
We are a small iPhone application development team with great coding skills but seriously lacking in Illustrator talent! We've written a fun game for the iPhone and need a little artwork that is as awesome as we think the game is.
We're making an iPhone game titled GreenThumb and need a beautiful screen design to use when the game loads and an application icon tied into that design. The game involves flower blossoms, a few of which would look great in the design.
Our target demographic is wide as this is a game that will appeal to most age groups, perhaps a little more female than male. Our game will appeal even to those who've never played a video game before, so elements that are meaningful only to hardcore gamers wouldn't be beneficial. We'd love to attract everyone to take a look at our game and your design will be their first impression.
We require 3 things:
1)The elements of an iPhone application's loading page (displayed while the application is loading) in an AI file. These consist of the application's name (GreenThumb) and several flowers (the daisy shape lends itself to the game). We will place these elements over a grassy background image (http://www.qdideas.com/projects/gt/…dscape.png). These elements need to fit in a 480x320 pixel aspect ratio, landscape oriented space.
2) An iPhone application icon taken from the loading page
57x57 pixels with square corners
72dpi, RGB, no transparency, 24 bit PNG
No shine or gloss
3) The same icon image, 512x512 pixels with square corners
72dpi, RGB, no transparency, AI format
The game primarily uses the Komika Display Caps Wide font. Making the design compatible (not necessarily identical) with this look would be optimal. A sample of the game's text is available: http://www.qdideas.com/projects/gt/…letext.png. In the game, the font is used tightly kerned with a fairly thick black stroke around the text. The ability to easily alter the fill color of the text would rock.
A glossy, 3D rounded appearance of the logo would be a lovely contrast to the natural photograph of grass behind it.
Adjectives describing the design: clean, glossy, happy, relaxing, fun, bright, plump
Don't wants: No thumbs! :-) No need to have any "loading..." text.
Finden Sie heraus, wie ein Designwettbewerb funktioniert, oder lernen Sie mehr über unsere Logo-Design-Angebote.


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Kit & McConnel
London Festival of Cabaret presents Kit and McConnel , After their recent sell out UK tour with Joan Rivers, Kit and McConnel are delighted to be back at the Pheasantry once again. With fresh songs, freshly turned piano and new shoes by Primark, do join this sophisticated duo on their continuing mission to extract ridicule from any subject, no matter how sacred.
Kit Hesketh, best known for thirty years as the singer- songwriter of Kit and the Widow, "Just A Minute" veteran and co-star on the first ever BBC Comedy Proms at the Albert Hall, now teamed up with the composer, pianist and occasional accordionist- James McConnel, (fellow Sondheim pupil and love child of Hugh Grant and Prince Andrew).
London Festival of Cabaret season ticket: receive a 15% discount on your ticket face values when you book for four or more different shows from the London Festival of Cabaret season. Call 020 7492 0890 to book. Not valid for multiple purchases on the same show.
Show Information
Wednesday, 13th November 2013
Wednesday, 13th November 2013
Venue Information
The Pheasantry
152- 154 Kings Road
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LogicalCHOICE Adobe InDesign CS6: Part 2 Electronic Student Training Bundlenanforiberica
Logical Operations courseware is compatible with Microsoft Windows XP with Service Pack 3 or Windows 7 (Windows 7 recommended).
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Logical Operations Adobe InDesign CS6: Part 2 courseware is preferred by instructors and students alike because of its superior instructional design, complete mapping to ACE exam objectives, and the availability of supplemental content in multiple modalities created using single-source development. Logical Operations Electronic Training Bundle includes an electronic "e-Book" version of the ILT courseware; interactive resources designed to reinforce course material; HTML versions of the ILT courseware for any mobile device that supports a web browser; detailed assessments designed to identify competency gaps and validate comprehension; and a bonus online business skills course to help students apply their skills in the workplace. This course will prepare students to understand and use the various elements in the Adobe InDesign CS6: Part 2 interface so as to efficiently work with the software.


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HELPING YOU BE MORE LOCAL: How the news service can help you with local content.
GateHouse newspapers go big on the Web for impeachment.
SUPER BOWL SECTION: 20-page section, half for ads.
SUPER BOWL PACKAGE: Includes links to stories related to the Super Bowl (including features such as food and entertaining), and we'll continue adding to it as we get more in.
VALENTINE'S DAY PACKAGE: Includes links to stories related to Valentine's Day. Check back often because we'll keep adding as we get more content.
NASCAR PREVIEW: 2009 NASCAR preview tab: Can Jimmie Johnson do it again?
OUTDOOR LIVING SPRING SECTION: Lots of fishing, with some cool gadgets, safety and turkey tips.
"STRETCHED:" Section features stories on ways to save and make money in 2009.
SUDOKU: Puzzles 218-252 (covering February) are now posted. http://www.gatehousenewsservice.com/entertainment/x1589175713/Sudoku-puzzles-218-252
MORNING MINUTES: Note: we're adding a little "today in history" beginning Monday. And we'll still offer Word of the Day, Web Site of the Day and Number to Know. http://www.gatehousenewsservice.com/lifestyle/morning_minutes
SUZETTE MARTINEZ STANDRING: "I love you‰ are three very reassuring words. Flip the coin, and three very frightening words are, "I have cancer.‰ To talk about death and dying with even close friends is too painful. http://www.gatehousenewsservice.com/features/x977238176/Suzette-Martinez-Standring-A-love-story-in-two-voices
LOOKING UP: Grasping the vastness over our heads. http://www.gatehousenewsservice.com/features/x1796479535/Looking-Up-Grasping-the-vastness-over-our-heads
GREEN THUMBS UP: Winter survival tips for gardeners.
MOTHER'S GARDEN: When Mother Nature does the pruning
MICHAEL TORTORICH: Super Bowl more than just a game
LISA LILLELUND: Getting a charge out of Detroit auto show
SUDOKU: Puzzles 190-217 are now posted. Sudoku links package can be found here: http://www.gatehousenewsservice.com/features/x776476232/Looking-for-Sudoku
OSCAR NOMINEES: A look at people and movies nominated for the 81st Academy Awards. http://www.gatehousenewsservice.com/entertainment/x1621259582/Nominees-for-the-81st-Academy-Awards
'TAKEN' MOVIE REVIEW: Audiences will feel OTaken' after seeing this film
WILL PFEIFER: "Make 'Em Laugh" DVD set disappointing but fun. http://www.gatehousenewsservice.com/entertainment/dvds_cds/x977239120/Will-Pfeifer-Make-Em-Laugh-disappointing-but-fun
MOTLEY CRUE: Original Mötley Crüe back on tour - ROCKFORD – To Nikki Sixx, there's a simple reason why Mötley Crüe is still going strong after nearly three decades. "We just refuse to die," said the Crüe's bass player during a phone interview last week. "I think bands have cycles. We lived through (bad) cycles. I believe we're still doing good work. That's what Aerosmith did, that's what the Rolling Stones did." Mötley Crüe's 27-year odyssey as one of rock's most celebrated acts brings its debauchery, mayhem and catalog of hits on tour again. By Paul Anthony Arco of the Rockford Register Star.
BRITT CARTOON: On the economy.
FOR MONDAY, FEB. 2, PUBLICATION: O'Mahoney cartoon: On the effect of global warming on longer winters
Ledger, on wire now
ELIZABETH DAVIES: The library has it all - I have a confession to make: There's an overdue library book under my bed. If you are my librarian, that confession shouldn't come as any surprise. In fact, I'm fairly certain the library is thinking of naming its next addition "The Elizabeth Davies Overdue Fine Center."
WOOD ON WORDS: Before the big game, learn about 'super' and 'bowl.' http://www.gatehousenewsservice.com/opinions/columnists/barry_wood/x1841422364/Wood-on-Words-Before-the-big-game-learn-about-super-and-bowl
EDITORIAL: A well-deserved end to Blagojevich's tenure - No question about it, former Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich - the "former" already fits and feels right - is quite a persuasive guy. Indeed, in the unlikely event any Illinois senators were still on the fence regarding impeachment before Blagovich's plea-for-mercy speech on Thursday, they were plenty convinced afterwards that he had to go. An editorial from the Peoria Journal Star.
JOHN BURCIAGA: A Rush to judgment - When a certain Mr. Limbaugh said of President Obama, "I hope he fails," he was "Rush-ing" to save his radio audience and keep himself in the public eye. His long insistence that he is merely an "entertainer" is far too modest and, as such, so unlike him. CNC, guest column, on wire now
FOOTBALL BRIEFS: PFW news on the Colts, Steelers, Cardinals, Panthers and Chiefs. http://www.gatehousenewsservice.com/sports/pro/football/fantasy_football/x232967210/Football-briefs-Caldwell-proves-he-s-not-carbon-copy-of-Dungy
SUPER BOWL SECTION: 20-page section, half for ads.
SUPER BOWL NOTEBOOK: Breaston now besting Braylon and other notes. http://www.gatehousenewsservice.com/regional_news/midwest/ohio/x621359242/Super-Bowl-notebook-Breaston-now-besting-Braylon
GRIMM WEEKEND: Arizona coach Russ Grimm could be elected to the Hall of Fame and win the Super Bowl this weekend. http://www.gatehousenewsservice.com/regional_news/midwest/ohio/x621359233/Hall-of-Fame-and-Super-Bowl-for-Grimm
SUPER SMITH: Cardinals' Terrelle Smith always loved trying to beat the Steelers when he was a Brown. Now a Cardinal, he finally gets another crack at them. http://www.gatehousenewsservice.com/regional_news/midwest/ohio/x977239191/Terrelle-Smith-gets-another-crack-at-Steelers
SUNDAY QUICK SHOTS: By Matt Trowbridge of the Rockford Register Star. Will be posted this evening for use Sunday.
INSIDE THE LINES: Peoria Journal Star Sports Editor Bill Liesse takes an irreverent look at the Super Bowl. Will be posted this evening.
For Saturday
SUPER BOWL COLUMN: by Doerschuk, 15-18 inches / CANTON
FOOTBALL HALL OF FAME: Election process: A look at how the process goes and list of finalists, 14 inches/ CANTON
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SUPER BOWL COLUMN: by Doerschuk, 15-18 inches/ CANTON
FOOTBALL HALL OF FAME COLUMN: on new class, 22 inches, Porter / CANTON
AROUND THE NBA by Beaven, 25 inches / CANTON
AROUND BASEBALL, by Weir, 25 inches / CANTON
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SUPER BOWL COLUMN, by Doerschuk, 15-18 inches, filed before the
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SUPER BOWL MAIN: Cardinals vs. Steelers, by Doerschuk, 25 inches / CANTON
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THIS WEEK IN WEIRD: A urinating Metallica fan, a woman who fought off burglars with a tea cup and more in this week's edition. http://www.gatehousenewsservice.com/features/x232966559/This-Week-in-Weird-Jan-30
NEW GOV'S CHALLENGES: The mood is jubilant. Fresh off of seeing Rod Blagojevich become Illinois' first governor impeached and removed from office, new Gov. Pat Quinn is getting a warm welcome at the Statehouse with the hope of brighter days to come. But Quinn faces serious challenges that could quickly sour that mood. By Ryan Keith of the State Capitol bureau. Will be posted this evening for use Sunday.
RULES FOR BAIT FISHING: (Good to localize, check with your DNR folks for changes to fishing that might apply in your area) - Rules covering purse seining, surface gillnetting and cast net catching of menhaden, sea herring and mackerel, in inshore waters have been in effect for some time, but mostly scattered, applied and buried amid dense regulations covering other fisheries or drawn up for different conditions. Cape Codder, Eldred, on wire now With photo
Business / Ag
BIZ BITS: Weekly business rail, with a look at tax-preparer designations, the most common barriers to productivity at work and more. http://www.gatehousenewsservice.com/news/business/x514546597/Biz-Bits-Know-your-tax-professionals
CAT LAYOFFS: Caterpillar announces mass layoffs - PEORIA – Caterpillar Inc. said Friday it will lay off more than 2,000 full-time production employees from three Illinois facilities. More than 400 support and management personnel also will be let go, the company said. The layoffs will begin April 13, the company said. Under federal labor law, the company must give 60 days notice of a mass layoff. By Paul Gordon of the Peoria Journal Star.
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I know what the studies say. Kids that sit down to a regular meal together have a lower obesity rate, use less drugs, stay in school longer and experience less stress. That's a whole lot of power packed into meatloaf night! While it's clear there are plenty of reasons to have dinner with your kids, the thought of actually doing so scares me more than the return of the midriff. That's because the reality of family dinner night never comes close to the fantasy.
The fantasy – My family races to the dinner table to find a succulent homemade feast that even the Barefoot Contessa would covet. We laugh while sharing enchanting tales of our day, then I'm showered with compliments about my culinary skills. After dinner, we sing a song in a round while doing the dishes as animated birds fly overhead. Not wanting the fun to end, we move the party into the den to enjoy an enthusiastic game of Scrabble.
The reality – Everyone is way too busy for dinner but reluctantly comes to the table anyway due to my masterful use of threats and guilt. Because of our varied palates, my 'compliments to the chef' are replaced by "you know I don't eat mushrooms", "why is this so crunchy?", "I hate this sauce. Why do you always use this sauce?", and my personal favorite, "how many bites of this stuff do I have to eat in order to get dessert?" When going around the table to share our day, our daughter limits us to one begrudged "fine" and my husband shares even less since he hates talking about work at the table. My kid finishes her meal first, complains about how much noise we make when we chew, then begs to be excused to finish her video chat. I'm done next and painstakingly watch my husband eat with the speed of a DMV line. There are no songs, animated birds, or bonding board games.
Please tell me dear readers, are all of you out there enjoying family meals together on a regular basis? Am I the only one raising an obese, chain smoking, drug using high school drop out with a refillable prozac prescription? Why can't I get it together for a regular family meal? And how does a family find time to gather round anyway? My husband works late, my kid has demanding homework and after school activities, and I have a job (albeit part-time) that leaves me with little or no desire to shop and cook a meal with more than one food group represented on the plate. Speaking of which, is there even a meal out there that can please a meat and potato lovin' husband, a carb crazy teen, and a "trying to eat more fruits and vegetables in case that horrific midriff ever does make a comeback" mother? I greatly appreciate any help you can give me!


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It's here.
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Amerykah has turned a corner and we should all turn with it. I have thoughts ideas and suggestions but I also have patience and desire for us to be whole and one. I have been speaking a lot lately of the human condition and the generations of Black Americans. i will entertain any and all conversation as long as we can be respectful and grown up. Let the healing begin......
yeah, it doesn't feel right


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Have Fun,Buy Local at the Same Time:
Find Toys, Plenty of Play in the East Bay©
Balance your time and energy during the holiday season or anytime with plenty of playtime. Find a Frisbee and locate a place to toss it with some friends; or find a kite and go fly it. One of my favorite toys made in the Bay Area is a Tangle Toy that always makes anyone of any age smile as they endlessly twist and turn it. Go to www.tangletoys.com to learn more.
You don't have to wait for the "Kite Festival" on the Marina to launch your kite upwards, or wait for a Tangle Toy to twist, or until the gym opens to create playtime. Places for play are all around.
Wondering where to find fun places for play? There are many varied outdoor recreational places in Berkeley such as the amazing Adventure Playground at the Marina, Tilden Park, and many others places for in and outdoor play.
Indoors, for preschoolers, there are many places that are free, or charge nominal amounts for play, but are perfect especially for little ones who are discovering the joy of playing in small groups. Indoor places are perfect for inclement weather, for birthday parties, and when everyone needs a change of pace.
Places that are indoors for preschoolers include the innovative Habitot, 2065 Kittredge St. (downstairs below Mel's Restaurant, between Harold Way & Shattuck Ave.), Berkeley. Habitot offers popular water play plus many different varied play environments and it's perfect for birthday parties. The Gift Shop offers a wide variety of preschool products. Hours: Monday-Thursday, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., and Friday-Saturday, 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Another open-ended play space is Studio Grow, 1235 10th St. (between Harrison St. & Gilman St.), Berkeley. Plenty of space for play activities and birthday parties.
We are fortunate to have places many communities do not have. Yes, it would be wonderful if there were even more places, but with "mini parks," recreational places, the Y, and Community Centers we have a good variety of play spaces.
What about toys and other playthings? Where in Berkeley do you find the best that children can enjoy, and have as play "tools" for a long time?
Considering the diverse need for toys of all kinds, and for all ages, there are plenty of choices available in the large toy marketplace, but this holiday season consider buying and shopping locally.
Many excellent toy companies are designing products not only in Berkeley, but throughout the Bay Area. The realistic high quality Folkmanis puppets were first sold on Telegraph Ave. in Berkeley many years ago to benefit a local school. Now their son is grown and working in the company. Leap Frog, now a large company, started with one product not long ago and just next door in Emeryville. Peaceable Kingdom, located in Berkeley, offers diverse cooperative games and many other colorful products. There are other great products created locally.
Dr. Toy's Guide for Holiday Gifts Made by Bay Area Companies
- Blue Orange Games
Your whole family will find Fastrack game (like air-hockey/archery) a lot of fun through the year. This disc-flinging exciting game is played on a wooden tray. The moves are easy. Using one hand, pull the elastic band to launch discs through the small opening. Each side starts with 5 wooden disks. Be the first to clear all 10 disks to opponent's side. Plenty of action plus extra benefits of strengthening finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination. The packaging is recycled and recyclable cardboard. Find Blue Orange Games at Games of Berkeley and Rockridge Kids. For more information visit www.blueorangegames.com
- Diggin Active
This unique Wobble Deck Extreme is an electronic balance board that features four fun games that challenge a child's mind, body and responses. Games include: Copy Wobble, Memory Wobble, Wobbly Statues, and Musical Wobble. Base detaches to become a portable handheld game. These games help children's cognitive skills plus they can explore music composition, improve physical coordination, and reaction time. The company, based in the East Bay, offers other quality portable play sets, planes, cars, and ball games like Wheelee, Dodge Ball, and others directly on line. For more information visit www.digginactive.com
- Folkmanis
These delightful child-sized Little Puppets have plenty of attention to detail. A good price makes them highly collectible, plus great stocking stuffers. These playful friends with movable mouth and forelegs are made by our world famous puppet maker Judy Folkmanis. Based in the East Bay, she started making and selling the puppets on Telegraph Avenue to support her son's preschool over 35 years ago. He now works with the company. Puppets are perfect playmates to encourage singing, talking and laughing. A puppet is a fun pet for all ages. It's especially good when traveling as it's safe, soft, easy to pack, and played with anywhere. Add a puppet when reading to child, put on a puppet show, or share a secret anytime. Find Folkmanis at The Ark Toys and Crafts, Mr. Mopps, Rockridge Kids and Sweet Dreams. For more information visit www.folkmanis.com
- Green Toys
Unique stackable sandwich shop stimulates kids to "cook up" meal-time scenarios with ultra-safe play food that looks good enough to eat. Plus it helps kids develop fine motor and communication skills. Think fantasy play with career chef training as kids play chef, and server. Sandwich Shop comes with everything needed for two complete, three-inch-square sandwiches, including two bread slices, bun top and bottom, burger patty, fillet, cheese slices, produce toppings, plus Sandwich Shop order forms. It is made from food-safe, 100% recycled milk containers and contains no BPA, PVC, phthalates, or external coatings, and is dishwasher safe. The box is made of 100% recyclable corrugated material and is printed with soy ink. Find Green Toys at Whole Foods, The Ark Toys & Crafts, and Five Little Monkeys. For more information visit www.Greentoys.com
- Hero Arts Rubber Stamps
Animal critters left their mark on this durable and portable Ink 'n Stamp tub. Contains 18 woodblock stamps and one ink pad for plenty of creativity. Stampers of all ages are wild to play with this new collection of critters. All Hero Arts woodblock stamps are made in the USA on sustainably-harvested woodblocks. Jackie Leventhal, founder of Hero Arts, has come a long way from the cottage where she started her business 35 years ago. As an art teacher, she made stamps in her home with an old, borrowed Vulcanizer. Soon her creations (butterflies, dancing frog, and sun) were in great demand. Hero Arts is a vital force in the growing green stamp movement. Visit www.heroarts.com to order stamp kits directly.
- Klutz
Coin Blasters, a collection of ten competitive table-top target games in a colorful book, offers create-it-yourself fun and skills arcade. Sturdy plastic chutes custom molded to hold a coin steady and upright on its edge offer children fun with extra benefits of eye-hand coordination and finger dexterity. Use simple flick of a finger, and a bit of practice. Anyone can send coin zooming with surprising speed and accuracy at target. Take slap shots at a hockey goalie, shoot baskets at Hot Shot Blaster Hoop, knock teeth out of a monster's mouth, and more. Everything needed for hours of fun is right inside the book. Includes 2 coin blasters, ramp, and punch-out parts. Klutz found at The Ark Toys & Crafts, Mr. Mopps and Games of Berkeley. For more information visit www.klutz.com
- LeapFrog
LeapPad2 is a personalized learning tablet featuring built-in front and back camera, video recorder, and microphone all in a durable kid friendly case. Offers learning, entertainment, and games that adjust to each child's level. Includes 4GB of memory, a faster processor, long lasting battery, plus a recharger pack available separately. Bonus includes extensive free content with music player and five learning songs, and Apps like Cartoon Director Creativity, Art Studio, and Pet Pad Writing. Learn through play as kids touch the screen to bring characters and words to life. Tap, draw, and write with stylus, or turn, twist, and shake tablet for exciting motion-based play. Visit www.leapfrog.com to order Leap Frog products.
- LeapFrog
Children are naturally curious about the world around them. With Tag Human Body Discovery Pack they learn how the human body works. With two-sided interactive chart and game board they discover the human body and understand characteristics of living things. They learn about body's systems, about food science, nutrition, and diet, and it helps them make smarter choices. Children learn how diseases are caused and can be prevented. Included is jumbo two-sided chart and game board, interactive growth chart, three interactive sticker sheets, set of glow-in-the dark bone stickers, plus 300+ interactive responses, and 40+ learning activities. Visit www.leapfrog.com to order Leap Frog products.
- Moosetache Games
Hike is the fun, new user friendly card game where nature springs surprises and players battle for survival. It encourages learning and teaches about the great outdoors and rules of nature. Players receive 7 cards and play one suited card or specialty card per turn. Specialty cards create twists and turns in the game. "Play" bar at the bottom of suited cards shows players which 3 suits can be played next. Players are knocked out when they can't play a card. When that happens leftover cards result in points for winning hand. Players score points by outlasting other players and having fewest leftover cards. Score points by capturing "The Worm" with a "Bird" or planting a "Tree" in "Spring." Find at Games of Berkeley. For more information visit www.moosetachegames.com
- Nukotoys
Animal Planet Wildlands whisks players into a stunning 3D Savannah where they collect, trade, interact with, and learn about 50 exotic animals such as lions, jaguars,and elephants. These collectible trading cards "magically" interact with apps when tapped on the screen of an iPhone, iPad or iPod touch. Animal Planet Wildlands, is based on the popular TV property. Once "tapped" into the game, players can run with the animal through environment, take part in races and quests, collect in-game puzzle pieces, and learn about the predator-prey food chain. Players can also view Animal Planet™ videos and learn about an animal's conservation status, predators and prey, natural behaviors, and other fun, educational facts. Animal Planet Wildlands is available from App Store on iPhone, iPad and iPod touch. For more information visit www.nukotoys.com
- Peaceable Kingdom
You will stimulate cooperation with this color-coded skill building matching game. Everyone who plays can help owls fly back to their nest before the sun comes up. The extra benefits include learning while playing, improvement in eye-hand coordination, and helping children with their concentration and social skills. Play a color card and fly. Draw a sun card and you're one step closer to daylight. Help all the owls get home. This game includes: 1 game board, 6 owl tokens, 1 sun token, 14 sun cards, and 36 color cards. Find Peaceable Kingdom, our local toy company, at Games of Berkeley, The Ark Toys & Crafts, and Mr. Mopps. For more information visit www.peaceablekingdom
- Colorforms/University Games
The Original Colorforms® Set is a reproduction of the inspiring, creative product that launched in 1951. The set includes 350 brightly colored Colorforms pieces for all ages to enjoy in an elegant, spiral-bound book with an intriguing design booklet. Arrange Colorforms' simple versatile shapes, in endless, fascinating combinations from making a single figure to creating a series of design elements. Colorforms Stick-Ons™ easily attach to any glossy surface, or to one another, by applying slight pressure across the surface of each piece. This set has been recognized by The Museum of Modern Art in New York City. Colorforms/University Games are found at The Ark Toys & Crafts, Mr. Mopps, and Games of Berkeley. For more information visit www.colorforms.com
Dr. Toy's Guide to Toy Stores Located in and near Berkeley
Fortunately, there are many excellent, local and accessible toy stores available throughout the East Bay with a great variety of excellent locally made products. A few of these include innovative stores offer recycled or consignment products at a reduced cost.
The first and most established retailer is the venerable North Berkeley toy store Mr. Mopps is a Berkeley institution. Here you will find the wonderfully realistic Folkmanis hand puppets from birds to animals and a dragon or two.
The former owner for 40 years, Eugene Yamashita, was pleased to turn over the legacy to new owners Devin McDonald and Jenny Stevenson, who are dedicated to maintaining the same quality and diversity the store has been famous for all these years. The new owners are warm and friendly and want to provide playthings that match your child's age and interests. Devin grew up near the store. Now he is providing the same level of quality and joy he experienced as a child. They have every intention to "maintain the spirit and range of products at all prices for all ages." That means any adult who missed out on having a doll, puzzle, games or a construction set can still be satisfied and enjoy the toy they purchase for themselves. It is located at 1405 Martin Luther King Jr. Way (between Rose St. & Vine St.), Berkeley. It is open Tuesday-Friday, 10:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m., Saturday and Sunday, 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
You will find the amazing center for games, Games of Berkeley, in Downtown Berkeley. The store offers a wide range of games of all kinds and for all interests, plus it offers, almost every day, special events on board games, such as University Games, Peaceable Kingdom and Blue Orange Games. The owner Mike Sloan and his knowledgeable staff maintain a staggering array of games in all prices and themes. They host a variety of hands on activities to meet many interests. It is located at 2151 Shattuck Avenue. It is open Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-9 p.m., Sunday, 11a.m.-7 p.m.
We move on to Elmwood to Sweet Dreams. This store, which started in 1971, offers games, puppets, kites, books and toys. The store offers colorful window displays, and an interesting array of products packed into the store from floor to ceiling. The store offers personal service, gift wrapping, and will provide the time to assist you with your selections. You will find Klutz books, Alex creative sets, construction toys like LEGO, wooden toys, and plenty of dolls and plush animals. Also you will find a Skuut first pedal free bike that depends on balance, yo-yos and other traditional toys, and science and craft kits of all kinds. Sweet Dreams is located at 2921 College Ave. (between Ashby Ave. & Russell St.). It is open Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sunday, 11:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Moving down University to the diversity of 4th Street, you will find a charming European style toy store owned now by Gerald Johnson, who purchased it from founder Pam Byars. The Ark Toys & Crafts is an excellent independent toy store for the discerning buyer. At this store you will find many whimsical toys and hand crafted toys that are made in Europe that will be treasured toys and soon become family heirlooms. The toys are educational, entertaining, and inspiring with various craft and science kits.
This is a boutique toy store that adults can appreciate. The toys are meant to entertain and inspire children of all ages: puzzles, ice cream makers, craft kits, plus a loft full of excellent children's books, plenty of those wonderful plush Folkmanis puppets, and activity toys like Hula Hoops, Frisbees, and balls, plus you will find baby gifts to dreamy doll houses, paper dolls, rockets, medieval figurines, and marbles. Plenty of small gifts are available for birthday parties and to give to the child inside of you, and to other playful friends or family. Look up to see a full range of wooden arks, and other fanciful products that fill the ceiling and walls on both sides of the store. The windows are decorated very beautifully. They offer a frequent buyer card to encourage you to return and continue shopping. The Ark Toys & Crafts is at 1812 4th St. (between Hearst Ave. & Virginia St.). It is open Monday-Sunday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.
Just over the border in Albany on Solano, visit the unique Toy Go Round. Instead of throwing away your old toys, recycle them. The store handles a system of consigning toys and then you will receive money to buy new ones. Recycle your toys and receive 50% of the selling price. They ask that you clean and sort your toys and bring them in. What you bring in is recorded and added to your account. It is located at 1361 Solano Ave. It is open Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sunday, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Consignment hours are Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-noon.
Open since 2001, also located in Albany, Five Little Monkeys is the only Green Certified toy store in the Bay Area. This delightful store provides a unique selection of quality toys like Green Toys and Peaceable Kingdom in a fun and friendly environment. They give every customer exceptional customer service. They encourage children to explore toys first hand. The owner, Stephanie Sala, picks items to ensure the products are not only durable, but educational, and encourage imagination. The staff will help you find the perfect gift and they offer complimentary gift wrapping. The store is open earlier on Saturday mornings to accommodate last minute birthday party shopping. Located at 1224 Solano Ave., Albany, its hours are Sunday–Thursday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. and Friday-Saturday, 9 a.m.-7 p.m.
Another excellent choice is The Discovery Corner Toy and Bookshop located at the always fun and educational place to visit, Lawrence Hall of Science. This gift shop specializes in nature, science and learning products for children, but there are also plenty of excellent, topical books, kits and products that will appeal to scientists of all ages. Members receive a 10% discount on all purchases. On line shopping and gift wrapping is also available. The Discovery Corner inside the lobby of the Lawrence Hall of Science is located at the top of a scenic drive at 1 Centennial Drive, Berkeley. It is open Monday–Sunday 10 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Child's Play is another great place to find a range of recycled toys. The store's website describes specifics about selling or consignment. Lillian and Dawn take gently used products for sale or on consignment. There is customer parking in the back. When items are purchased for resale they are given an "estimated sales price." If products are taken on consignment payment occurs after sale. The seller is paid 40% of estimate in cash or 50% in store credit. Consignor is paid 50% in cash or 60% in store credit on all merchandise. Buying days and times: Wednesday-Friday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. and Saturday, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Call ahead (510) 653-3989 to make sure buyer is in. Toys must have all of their pieces, be clean, and in good working condition. They accept toys and books year round. The consignment period is 90 days. All items not sold are automatically donated after the consignment period ends. All items are automatically reduced 30-50% the last month of the consignment period. More details can be found at www.ghosthound.net. Child's Play is located at 5858 College Avenue in Oakland (corner of Chabot and College).
Rockridge Kids, located at 5511 College Ave., in the Rockridge district in Oakland, features kid's equipment, toys and clothes. The store carries a wide selection of toys including HABA, Plan Toys, puppets, games and the organic Apple Park products. They will also special order desired products and offer a Gift Registry. There is a table set with blocks and other items for kids to play with. They provide good advice, local seminars, and classes through Tulip Grove, and help with installing car seats. Its hours are Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and Sunday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Baby World, a treasured store in Oakland since 1983, is located just 4 blocks north of the Macarthur BART station at 4400 Telegraph Avenue (44th Street). There are two other Bay Area locations in San Bruno and San Rafael. The owner, Cristina Cabello, provides flexible hours and is open Monday- Saturday, 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. and Sunday, noon-5 p.m. There is free street parking on 44th St. The store specializes in locally made clothing, toys and furniture and emphasizes eco-friendly products. The well trained staff is knowledgeable about all items which they also will deliver. They offer gift registry online, free gift wrap, will ship via UPS, and have option for in-store pick up when you order online, plus they special order and also provide a frequent buyer program. The store offers the largest selection of strollers and car seats which are installed at no additional cost. Among the companies included are HABA, Plan Toy, Green Toys, Eeboo, Manhattan Toy Company, Lamaze, Brio, Schylling, Peaceable Kingdom, Uncle Goose, Tiny Love, Sassy and Mary Meyer, and others.
There are many choices for all of the children (and playful adults) in your life so regardless of where you shop or what you buy, when you visit these stores you and others on your list will enjoy your gifts for a long time. Please tell the stores that "Dr. Toy sent you" and ask them to help you to find exactly the right plaything.
This handy checklist will help when you evaluate a toy for its value. These are questions to ask about the potential of any product. These questions are also available in my book, Smart Play/Smart Toys, along with specific guidance on play and toys from baby to older children, and for children with special needs plus many ideas about things to make and do.
- Safety
- Fun
- Age Grading
- Design
- Versatility
- Durability
- Interesting
- Creativity
The right products can expand the child's imagination in art, crafts, hobbies, language, reading, music, movement, and drama.
- Usability
- Packaging
- Personal Values
- Educational
- Maintenance
Is it affordable? Does the price match the value received?
- Will the toy challenge the physical and mental abilities of a child in the specified age range?
- Does it play well?
- How long does it hold the child's interest?
- What about the packaging? Is it easy to read? Is it unique? Does the toy or the package have anything new and special to offer? Does the packaging tell the truth? Does it sell the toy? Are the directions clearly written? Are they well-illustrated?
- Are the materials well-made and long lasting?
- Is the toy made of good materials?
- Does it meet safety standards?
- Is the price reasonable?
- Is the name appropriate?
- Does the name sell the toy?
Most of all, remember "Let's Play!"
Summary of Local Toy Stores and Play Spaces
- Ark Toys & Crafts, The
1812 4th Street, Berkeley, CA 94710
510-849-1930, www.thearktoys.com
- Baby World
4400 Telegraph Avenue, Oakland, CA 94609
510-547-7040, babyworldonline.net
- Child's Play
5858 College Avenue, Oakland, CA 94618
510-653-3989, www.ghosthound.net/childsplay/
- Discovery Corner Toy & Bookshop
Lawrence Hall of Science, UC,
1 Centennial Drive, Berkeley, CA 94720-5132
510-642-5132, www.lawrencehallofscience.org
- Five Little Monkeys
1224 Solano Avenue, Albany, CA 94706
510-528-4411, www.5littlemonkeys.com
- Games of Berkeley
2151 Shattuck Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94704
510-540-7822, www.gamesofberkeley.com
- Habitot Children's Museum
2065 Kittredge Street, Berkeley, CA 94704
510-647-1111, www.habitot.org
- Mr. Mopp's Children's Books & Toys
1405 M.L. King Jr. Way, Berkeley, CA 94709
510-525-9633, www.mrmopps.net
- Rockridge Kids Store
5511 College Avenue, Oakland, CA 94618
510-601-5437, www.rockridgekidsstore.com
- Studio Grow
1235 10th Street, Berkeley, CA 94710
510-526-9888, www.studiogrow.com
- Sweet Dreams Toy Store
2921 College Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94705
510-548-8697, www.sweetdreamscandyandtoys.com
- Toy Go Round
1361 Solano Avenue, Albany, CA 94706
510-527-1363, www.etoygoround.com
Send any updates to Dr. Toy c/o of the Berkeley Daily Planet.


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Google Glass engineer Stephen Lau announced that the tech titan released its first official version of its Google Play music app for the Android wearable computer Monday.
Lau made the announcement on his Google+ account, following previous announcements about Google earbuds and a Google Glass development kit preview, according to CNET. Lau wrote that the new app was available and then wrote, "So, as a side note, if you sideloaded Music2.apk, you should go uninstall it first otherwise this one will fail to install."
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What would it take a sane person to grab Tracy McGrady off waivers in a standard-size fantasy league? A month ago, the thought was unthinkable. I'm not sure what a thought is if one cannot think it. When you're drunk and rambling to your friends at about 2:30 in the morning on New Years Day, discuss it and get back to me. Say you what you will about ol' T-Mac, the guy has made the most of his scant minutes this season. He's averaging 11.5/5.5/4.5 with 1.5 steals every 36 minutes and shooting a career-best .481 from the field. The sample-size is small, you say? Well, don't tell my girlfriend. It's the only size she's ever seen. Ultimately, it is a small sample size. But much of fantasy managing is taking calculated risks. So try this on for size: five of T-Mac's six best games this season have all come when he plays at least 24 minutes and he's played that much in five of his last seven games. He's started the season averaging 12.2 mpg, expanded to 17.8 in November and continued the upward trend in December with 19.5 mpg. He played over 30 minutes for the first time all season last night and responded with a 21/4/8 line with a trio of steals. Should we expect this every night? Should we even expect McGrady healthy from here on out. No. Never again. But this is the Pistons we're talking about. As long as he's healthy and producing anywhere near this, why wouldn't he tap into Tayshaun Prince's minutes a bit, or outright take over if Prince is shipped elsewhere? Think about, throw up in your mouth a little from thinking about it, then think about it again. He's a deep league option right now with the potential to drive sane standard leaguers crazy in the near future.
Here's what else went down in a busy night in fantasy basketball:
Kevin Garnett – Cagey went down with what is now being called a simple muscle ailment. Soon after he went down, Garnett yelled at his leg, frightening it into only being a slight ailment. This is what Garnett also plans on doing every time he has a heart attack, thus ensuring he lives to be 320 year old. In the meantime, Glen Davis, Jermaine O'Neal and Semih Erden are your adds if Garnett misses a game or two.
Dorell Wright – Dropped 32/11 in all 48 minutes of last night's game. Or as Zach Randolph would say, the whole game plus a six minute overtime.
Stephen Curry – 14.1/3.3/7.3 and shooting .416 in seven December games. And this is why you don't pick sophomores in the first round of your draft.
Marvin Williams – Left last night's game with a bruised back. Good thing it wasn't a braised back. Right, Smoove? *wink, wink* #JoshSmithbehungry!
Roy Hibbert – Foul trouble, which begat fantasy trouble. If it feels like I'm writing about Hibbert every night, it's because I am. And every night it's usually bad news. Bench him until he produces well in consecutive games.
John Wall – 10/7/12 against the Pacers as he played almost 35 minutes. Kirk Hinrich exited the game early with a left thigh contusion. Last night will probably be the last time Wall comes off the bench from here on out.
JaVale McGee – 16/10 with four blocks as the kicker. It was his first double-double in 19 days. Inconceivable!
Mo Williams – Missed Wednesday's game with a hip flexor, but said he hopes he can play against the Bulls on Saturday anyway. Also hopeful of this? The Bulls. If Mo Whoa is a no-go, grab Ramon Sessions (22/5/4 in 31 minutes last night) and Manny Harris in that order.
Gerald Wallace – Returned after missing the last five games and shot the ball like someone who had played five fewer basketball games than everyone else (4-of-11). Still, the rest of his game looked fine.
Stephen Jackson – He's averaging 3.5 threes along with 30.5/7.5/4 and two steals in the first two games of the Paul Silas era. He'd been averaging two treys along with 17.2/4.3/4.2 and 1.4 steals in the previous 27 games under Larry Brown. Jrue story.
D.J. Augustin – First game under Paul Silas, he scored a season-high 27 points. Two days later, he scored 28. If you own D.J.A., this will be your favorite blurb of the day.
Pau Gasol – Boom, Boom, Pau took just five shots last night. The game before, he only took eight. Thirteen combined shots for the team's best player? In his previous 10 games, he took at least 13 shots in all but two of them.
Andrew Bynum – 18/6 in 30 starter's minutes, as Lamar Odom was bumped to the bench. In other news, I've received – literally – seven trade requests offering my Lamar Odom for my best bigs.
David West – Rolled his ankle, but returned after halftime and saw that his ankle wasn't the only part of the Hornets getting rolled last night.
Tyreke Evans – 21/4/4 with a couple steals. Um, yeah. He seems to be fine. Laser surgery on hold until at least after the All-Star Break when the kings should really look awful. Also, pausing fake basketball talk for a second to discuss real basketball … the end of that Memphis-Sacramento game last night: Was that shizz bananas or what?
DeMarcus Cousins – Played almost 37 minutes and ended with a 20/16/3 line. Paul Westphal's doghouse is the nicest doghouse ever.
Nenad Krstic – He's averaging 20 mpg since returning on Christmas Day. So is Serge Ibaka. If you hadn't dropped Ibaka yet, might I introduce you to "right now?"
Kris Humphries – Speaking of timeshares, Murphy Brown is also in one with Derrick Favors. Deep leaguers hang on to both of them, but the rest of you stand down until something gives.
Chauncey Billups – Season-high 36 points. No 'Melo, No Nene, No Martin, No Harrington. I'm pretty sure if I played the Wolves all by myself, I'd score a season-high too. Caveat: As I've not played in any official NBA capacity yet, scoring even one point would ensure the truth of my previous statement. I'm a genius! … Assuming, of course, that I could actually score in an NBA game, which I'd place only at about 5:1 odds.
Darko Milicic – Injured his hip, left early, came back, struggled. <– I'm gonna go ahead and copy/paste this into most of the future Darko blurbs.
Chuck Hayes – 13/8/3 in 25 minutes. He's the de facto center to own on the Rockets. I'm sure I don't need to tell you that "de facto" and "center" are never terms that fantasy owners should get too excited about.
Aaron Brooks – 20/9 as he played 30 minutes off the bench. Starter Kyle Lowry ended with 11/7 in 24 minutes. If Lowry is still starting two games from now, I'll sleep in my car for the entire month of January.
Evan Turner – Scored a career-best 23 points. Now just do that every game for the rest of the season and you won't be considered a bust come the summer.
Andres Nocioni – 22/12/2. Be honest. You completely forgot which team Nocioni even played for, didn't you?
Jodie Meeks – Two points in 17 minutes and it's still weird that Meeks has started every game this month. Hell, he's averaging almost 31 mpg. Yeah. The Sixers are a long way away from being a successful basketball team.
Vince Carter – Vincanity's sunbelt era started last night with an 8-for-20, 18 point performance in the loss. So, you know, he's back. but he's not really "back."
Marcin Gortat – Since coming over from Orlando, Gortat has averaged almost 10 more mpg than starter Robin Lopez, while outperforming him in every relevant stat category except for free throw percentage. If you deep leaguers were on the fence about either of them before, you shouldn't be now.
Gordon Hayward – 17/6/3 as he played 42 minutes in place of the injured Andrei Kirilenko. don't get too excited. A) 17/6/3 in 42 minutes ain't all that great and B) Kirilenko is targeting Utah's next game to return.
Paul Millsap – As Al Jefferson goes, so goes Millsap. P.M. dawned this season averaging 22/9. Since then he's trickled down to 17.5/8, while Jefferson has improved with each month.
Al-Farouq Aminu – Sank thre treys on his way to a 13/8 line. He's played 30 minutes, grabbed eight boards and scored in double-digits in each of his last two games.


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