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Epcot International Festival of the Arts – Combining visual, culinary and performing arts from around the world, the first-ever Epcot International Festival of the Arts will create a global masterpiece for six inspired weekends. Held Fridays through Mondays starting Jan. 13 through Feb. 20, 2017, the Festival will feature new art each week, making each weekend original.
Here's a sample of what's in store:
From the pieces of Disney historical artist Mary Blair and Herb Ryman art of Epcot, to current Disney artists Joe Kaminski and Costa Alavezos, guests won't only be surrounded by incredible visions, they'll watch the creative process live.
In the inaugural year of the Epcot International Festival of the Arts, a collaboration with Disney Theatrical will bring an exciting new showcase of favorite music and Broadway talent to the America Gardens Theatre stage.
Over the six weekends of the festival, park Guests will enjoy different pairings of phenomenal Broadway talent in concert, performing songs from some of Disney on Broadway's award-winning shows, including The Lion King, Newsies, and Aladdin, to name a few.
Festival Highlights Include:
- Artist appearances
- Artful photo ops
- Workshops and seminars with visiting artists
- Commemorative merchandise
- Community arts musical showcase
- Culinary masterpieces
- Destinations Discovered Tour
- Disney on Broadway Concert Series
- Gallery exhibits
- IllumiNations
- Interactive mural
- Living statues
- Walking chalk gallery and more!
More to Explore
- Figment's Brush with the Masters Scavenger Hunt
- Kidcot Fun Stops
- World Showcase: DestiNations Discovered Tour
Event Details
- Epcot
- Fridays through Mondays, January 13 to February 20
- Hours from park open to park close
- Epcot admission required
- Alcohol will only be served to Guests 21 and older
- Advanced reservations are highly recommended for ticketed events
- Events are subject to change or cancellation without notice
New Food Studios will showcase culinary creations so delicious and intricate, guests may not know if the menus are for admiring or eating. Disney chefs will surely encourage guests it's the latter. While the Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival strives for seasonal flavors, and the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival is all about global cuisine, the Epcot International Festival of the Arts is all about works of art on a plate (Instagram-worthy, for sure!). At many of the Food Studios, guests will be able to watch the chefs plating and see the creative process as the dish comes to life.
Here's a gallery of some of the artful dishes. Click HERE for the Food Studios Menus.
Live Performances in Future World will include: a variety of other visual and live performances including Epcot Living Statues, performances by Central Florida high schools and acclaimed university and college talent appearing through a partnership with Disney Performing Arts. Plus, Epcot's American Music Machine will perform on the Future World Fountain Stage. Chalk artists will reproduce classic works on canvas as well as park sidewalks and guest performance artists create magic on the spot—with only a wave of their paintbrush!
Performing Arts Highlights
- American Music Machine a capella group
- College and university talent
- Disney artists in action
- Disney on Broadway Concert Series
- Jazz ensembles
- Living statues
- Local high school choirs and marching bands
- Walking chalk gallery and more!
In collaboration with Disney Theatrical Productions, the stars will perform at the American Gardens Theatre Stage. Performances will be 5:30 p.m., 6:45 p.m. and 8 p.m. Friday through Monday of each festival weekend
Jan. 13-16 and 20-23: Ashley Brown and Josh Strickland performing songs from: Disney's Beauty and the Beast, Tarzan, Mary Poppins and The Little Mermaid
Jan. 27-30 and Feb. 3-6: Kerry Butler and Kevin Massey performing songs from Disney's Beauty and the Beast, Tarzan, Newsies and Aladdin
Feb. 10-13 and 17-20: Kissy Simmons and Alton Fitzgerald White performing songs from Disney's The Lion King, Aida, Aladdin and The Little Mermaid
Peruse pure Disney brilliance when the mastery of Mary Blair and Herb Ryman is displayed in stunning exhibitions you'll never forget. Visiting galleries will spotlight artists who infuse their distinctive styles into every brushstroke, with pieces from Darren Wilson, Noah and David Doss, to name a few.
Learn the latest creative techniques and tricks of the trade during hands-on workshops and complimentary seminars with accomplished professionals—from animation drawing and cake decorating to calligraphy and other subjects that offer attendees a brand-new way to express themselves!
Keep your eyes peeled for art-inspired photo opportunities and Festival merchandise that provides a great way to remember your visit.
Visual Arts Highlights
- Animation Academy
- Artful photo ops: American Adventure, Future World Fountain Stage, Italy, United Kingdom
- Art on demand
- Commemorative merchandise
- Figment's Brush with the Masters Scavenger Hunt – Purchase a map and stickers at Pin Central, Disney Traders or World Traveler.
- Gallery shows
- Interactive wall mural – World Showcase Plaza
- Mary Blair and Herb Ryman exhibits – Odyssey Festival Showplace
- Workshops and seminars with visiting artists
Featured Exhibits Odyssey Festival Showplace
- Mary Blair
Experience the legendary genius of Mary Blair, one of Disney's most beloved and iconic artists.
- Herb Ryman
Study pieces by the visionary behind early concept art for Disneyland Park, Magic Kingdom park and Epcot.
- Disney-Inspired Original Art
Take home original artwork created by some of Disney's most beloved artists.
Pavilion Exhibits
- American Heritage Gallery – American Adventure
Journey through 400 years of African-American achievement.
- Art of Disney – Future World West
Purchase work by popular Disney artists as well as Festival merchandise.
- Bijutsu-kan Gallery – Japan
Delve into the origin and evolution of "kawaii," Japan's cute culture.
- Gallery of Arts and History – Morocco
Check out the unique designs of time-honored crafts.
- House of the Whispering Willows – China
Discover the wonders of the new Shanghai Disney Resort.
- Mexico Folk Art Gallery – Mexico
Learn about traditional wood carvings and life in the Oaxacan culture.
- Stave Church Gallery – Norway
Observe art representational of the culture that influenced Disney's Frozen.
- Walking Chalk Gallery – World Showcase
Watch imaginative chalk artists recreate works by famous masters.
SELECT EXPERIENCES TO BOOK – Call 407-WDW-PLAY
Travel to 11 countries in 5 fascinating hours—minus jet lag! Take this comprehensive World Showcase tour and immerse yourself in 400 years of culture, food and history. From the streets of Paris to the Bavarian countryside, discover the iconic architecture that's inspired Disney animators for years while learning how the 3-D replicas are created for each pavilion.
Attendees will also feast on a fabulous international lunch at the Rose & Crown Dining Room. To reserve your spot, call (407) WDW-TOUR or visit the Odyssey Festival Showplace. Guests under 18 years of age must have parent or guardian permission to call.
Tour Details
- World Showcase
- Daily 5-hour tours begin at 8:15 AM
- $116.09 per person (tax included)
- 15% discount for Annual Passholders, Disney Vacation Club Members or Disney Visa Cardholders
- Advance reservations are recommended as this event fills up quickly
- Alcohol will only be served to Guests 21 or older
- Events subject to change or cancellation without notice
The festival is included with regular Epcot admission.
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Jenson Button Trust Tri unveils £7,000 purse
Not content with moving location up to Derby to fit more people in, the Jenson Button Trust Triathlon will be offering a £7,000 prize purse this year, with a grand each on the table for the male and female winner.
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The remaining £9,000 will be shared out down to 10th place, split evenly between the male and female athletes. This makes it one of the biggest prizes in UK sprint triathlon, and again gives athletes the chance to race against 2009 Formula 1 World Champion Jenson.
The prize money will be distributed to male and female athletes as follows:
1: £1,000
2: £800
3: £600
4: £400
5: £200
6: £175
7: £150
8: £100
9: £75
10: Sponsor Prize TBA
The race will be held at Markeaton Park in Derby on Sunday 12 July, with the preliminary heat involving a 200m lake swim in Markeaton Park, followed by an 11km cycle around the surrounding roads, then back to Markeaton for the 2.5km run.


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Here is the Q&A episode from the Meetup Monday presentation that hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros did about the lessons they learned after 600 episodes. They chat about vulnerability, keeping your cup filled, living outside your comfort zone, on being a perfectionist, and more.
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[1:09] What to do if the beachball your hiding is with someone else?
[3:57] How to know what someone's comfort zones are?
[8:04] What if you are living way outside of your comfort zone?
[10:41] Messy action for someone who has a perfectionist tendency
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Handy next bit of stitchalong
His thumb doesn't show because it's behind the sword hilt, so start at the tip of his index finger and work up the back of his hand, round the wrist, and back down the little finger.
I may be wrong, but that grip he's using with the finger pointing down the blade looks like a sure fire way to get your finger chopped off to me. I get the impression this little chap doesn't have much of a clue, bless him.
Skip round the back to come up at the tip of the index finger again, repeating the loop for two or three close-set rows, depending on how chunky you want his fingers to be. Don't be tempted to work back in the opposite direction, keep all your stitches flowing the same way.
Work the two middle fingers in the same way, following the same ever-decreasing loop. Don't worry about gaps between the fingers, but if you feel you need to you can jemmy in an extra row across the back of the hand( better to have your stitches packed too close than too far apart) but be careful they flow in the same direction as the rest.
To finish his hand work some shadows in a darker colour. I've used the same colour I'll eventually outline with. If you want to you can put some tiny white stitches on his fingertips for his nails, but he doesn't look like the type to bother with a manicure to me.
I'll post the outline stitches in a week or two, I need to catch Gareth in a PDF making mood first.
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He's doing what he fondly thinks is a graceful pose. As you said – clueless. Soon to be Tom Three Finger!


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While Sylt is considered the ritzy island of Germany and Helgoland is Germany's deep-sea island, Peter and I wanted a new experience and decided to opt for the island of Rügen one Easter weekend. Located in northeast Germany on the Baltic Sea, the island used to be part of East Germany. Rügen is both the largest German island by landmass and the number of yearly visitors. Between the resort architecture, charming seaside towns, sandy beaches, chalk cliffs, lighthouses, and the infamous Prora structure, there are so many historical things to do on Rügen! While Peter and I only had 24 hours on the island, we were able to tackle all the highlights (with plans on returning soon!).
Looking to explore other islands in Germany? Check out this guide to taking a day trip to Helogland!
Visiting Hamburg for the weekend? Check out these things to know before visiting Hamburg or tips for visiting Miniatur Wunderland, one of the coolest museums in Hamburg!
Table of Contents
- History of Rügen
- Historical Places to Visit on Rügen
- How to Get to Rügen
- Where to Stay on Rügen
- Where to Eat in Binz
- What to Pack for Rügen
- Final Thoughts on Visiting Rügen
History of Rügen
With a diverse background, the island of Rügen has been under Danish, Slavic, Swedish, Prussian, and French rule before finally returning to Germany in the 1800s. In 1816, the first bathing resort was established on the island and Rügen remained one of the most famous and beloved islands of Germany until the start of World War II.
Interestingly, it was actually through the work of Hitler that Rügen became such an important and modernized holiday resort. As noted below under Prora, Hitler started building a resort complex on the island to house up to 20,000 people at a time. He really promoted the idea of vacations for the middle/working class and encouraged a culture that advocated for vacations throughout the year (something that has stuck in Germany – I have 6 weeks of paid vacation every year!). Additionally, he built the bridge that now connects Rügen to the mainland, making the island much more accessible. Before the bridge was built, the island could only be reached by ferries.
After the end of World War II, tourism came to a screeching halt due to Rügen being zoned into East Germany. Because the East German government attempted to nationalize all hotels, taxis, and service companies, almost all tourism completely stopped in the 1950s. While the island did regain its role as a tourist destination in the subsequent decades, it wasn't until Germany's reunification that tourism really exploded on Rügen.
- Fun fact: Angela Merkel, the current Chancellor of Germany, actually represents the constituency that encompasses the island of Rügen!
Historical Places to Visit on Rügen
The island of Rügen is dripping in historical locations and places to visit. The best part about the island is it is virtually unknown to tourists outside of Germany. Thus, I heard no other English speakers the entire time I was on the island. While it was absolutely freezing while we were there (0 C/32 F – and we got caught in a terrible snowstorm getting back to Hamburg), the island is just as gorgeous in the wintertime as it is in the summertime.
Admire the Seaside Resort Towns
The number one thing you MUST do on Rügen is visit as many seaside resort towns as possible! The island is known for its gorgeous resort architecture and it definitely doesn't disappoint. While Peter and I only managed to visit a few (and there was some weird, off-season road construction happening), we especially liked the towns of Binz and Sellin.
Peter and I chose Binz as our base. It is quite centrally located which made getting to the other towns, Jasmund National Park, Prora, and Cape Arkona lighthouse quite easy. However, it still seems remote and quaint.
The town was first mentioned in 1318 but really rose in prominence after the introduction of bathing complexes in the 1800s. However, the population of the town is still only 5,000. My favorite parts of the town were walking the main road to the pier (and make sure to walk along the pier) as well as admiring all the gorgeous architecture! After the reunification of Germany, most of the old hotels and summer houses were returned to the prior owners (opposed to being nationalized) and the town has steadily grown its tourism sector.
After a full day of driving, I was exhausted and just wanted to stay holed up in the hotel room for the rest of the night. Peter convinced me that we should go for an evening walk and happened to stumble upon this sunset!!! Seriously, the colors were incredible.
Sellin + Sellin Pier
Even older than Binz, Sellin was first mentioned in the late 1200s and became one of the most important spa towns on the Baltic Sea in the 1800s. Much like Binz, the town has undergone a huge transformation since the reunification of Germany. However, it still has its old-time charm and resort architecture. In terms of important residents, Albert Einstein spent a summer living in Sellin!
I made Peter take a detour to Sellin just so I could visit the famous Sellin Pier. As the longest pier on Rügen, it is absolutely stunning – especially when viewed from high above (there are 100 stairs leading to the pier or else you can take the elevator). Unfortunately, this is not the original pier. The first pier with a restaurant was built in 1906 but subjected to both ice damage and fire damage. It was rebuilt in 1925 but, once again, was badly damaged by ice in the winter of 1941/1942. While the pier wasn't fully destroyed, over time it was neglected and ignored, causing it to be completely demolished in 1978. In 1991, after German reunified, efforts began to rebuild the pier. It officially opened again in 1998 and was based on the original designs of the 1906 and 1925 pier. Definitely don't miss this impressive structure when visiting Rügen.
Stroll the Sandy Beaches
Due to the freezing/below-freezing temperatures for much of the weekend, Peter and I didn't have the opportunity to fully enjoy the beautiful sandy beaches of Rügen. In the summertime, Strandkorb (the striped covered beach chairs) line the beaches of Rügen, and the sandy beaches invite people to lounge and hang out on them all day. Unfortunately, my experience was much different, and instead of Strandkorb lining the beaches, little huts were open offering hot wine and hot chocolate to any that dared to actually venture out to the beach! Don't worry, a trip in the summertime is high on my list.
Explore Jasmund National Park and Königsstuhl
The real reason I wanted to visit Rügen? To explore Jasmund National Park and the famous chalk cliffs! This is actually how I initially heard of Rügen 12 years ago. My high school German teacher made us read an article about this island and specifically, the chalk cliffs. Ever since then, it's been a bucket list item for me.
The famous chalk cliffs are almost identical to the White Cliffs of Dover in England. As one of the last acts by the East German government, they declared these cliffs and the surrounding area as a national park. Königsstuhl (King's Chair) is the largest chalk cliff in Germany. At this location is a visitor's center which explains the rare animals and plants that inhabit the area as well as the history behind the cliffs. There is also a viewpoint over Königsstuhl and many hiking trails. These cliffs have been forever immortalized in the famous paintings of Caspar David Friedrich.
A few important notes – you can't go directly to the cliffs via car. Instead, you park your car in a parking lot a few kilometers away and can either walk or take a bus to the visitor's center. The bus is about 6 Euros round trip and entrance into the visitor's center is 8 Euros. There was a bit of confusion by me and Peter in regards to the opening hours but everything worked out fine (they changed their schedule to the summer hours a few weeks early due to the Easter weekend). Many of the hiking trails are outside of the visitor's center and don't require a fee (in case you're just interested in hiking!).
Learn About the Prora
As mentioned above, Prora was envisioned by Hitler as a vacation resort for over 20,000 German families. Due to the start of World War II, the structure was never completed and never used as a vacation resort. The complexes that were built now extend over 4.5 kilometers (2.8 miles) along the coastline. While one building houses a museum, the other buildings are now being renovated as apartments, offices, and vacation rentals. As a structure, Prora is one of the longest in the entire world.
During World War II, the existing buildings were used as a refuge from Allied bombings. In particular, the buildings housed many residents of Hamburg who were escaping the city (the bombing of Hamburg and its almost complete destruction during World War II deserves its own post!). In 1945, the buildings were taken over by the Soviet Union and they established the buildings and surrounding area as a military base. Many of the buildings were stripped bare by the troops and the usable material recycled. Additionally, they demolished two of the buildings for materials.
After the formation of East Germany, the buildings housed East German troops and became a restricted area. Many East German conscientious objectors served as "construction soldiers" at Prora in order to fulfil their military duty.
After reunification, the newly formed German government tried to sell all the buildings as one. However, after getting no buyers, the buildings have now been sold off one-by-one. Renovation efforts are ongoing and quite evident when visiting!
Ride the Rügen Narrow-Gauge Railway
While Peter and I didn't have time to visit the Rügen narrow-gauge railway, it is high on our list of places to visit the next time we're on Rügen. With a route of only 24 kilometers (15 miles), this steam-engine train has been operating since 1895 and reaches a maximum speed of 30 kilometers/hour (19 miles/hour). The railway connects the popular bathing resort towns including Binz and Sellin as well as Göhren, Baabe, and Putbus.
Visit Cape Arkona Lighthouse and Putgarten
Cape Arkona Lighthouse isn't one lighthouse but a combination of two lighthouses plus a radio navigation tower. The old lighthouse is now a museum about lighthouses and maritime rescue while the radio navigation tower is an art museum and studio. All three towers have viewing platforms at the top.
This was my last stop on Rügen before Peter and I left for the mainland. Because we were trying to get ahead of the snowstorm (#fail), I didn't end up climbing to the top of any of the towers. It's important to note that the lighthouses can't (or shouldn't) be reached directly by car – most people walk there or take the shuttle bus. Because Peter and I weren't actually stopping, we took our car directly to the lighthouses – and subsequently felt guilty the entire time!
If you have time, definitely explore the adorable area of Putgarten (right before Cape Arkona Lighthouse). It is charming and I'm kicking myself for not having enough time to explore it!
Other Things To Do on Rügen
Besides the island of Rügen, make sure to check out the island Hiddensee right next to Rügen. Much like the island of Helgoland in the North Sea, Hiddensee is a totally car-free island and a popular tourist destination as well!
Also, before heading to the island of Rügen, make sure to stop by the medieval, gorgeous towns of Greifswald and Stralsund. They are both great stopover destinations for a half-day or day trip.
How to Get to Rügen
The easiest way to reach Rügen is via car. Especially with the bridge connecting the island to the mainland, it's really easy to get between the two. Additionally, due to the sheer size of the island, many places aren't necessarily near each other and a bit out of the way. A car makes reaching and seeing these places (including most of the above locations) much easier!
There is an airport on the island of Rügen as well as the nearby town of Rostock on the mainland. Rostock does handle commercial flights to destinations within Germany as well as abroad. Unfortunately, the airport on the island of Rügen only caters to charter flights from Hamburg, Berlin, and Bornholm (Denmark).
Surprisingly, Rügen has great train connections – especially high-speed trains. The island can be reached by high-speed trains from Berlin, Dresden, Prague, Hamburg, Hannover, Kassel, Frankfurt, Karlsruhe, Halle, Erfurt, Fulda, Rostock, Münster, Duisburg, Köln, and Mainz.
Flixbus, the most extensive bus service in Germany (and most of Europe), serves several locations on Rügen including Bergen auf Rügen, Binz, Sellin, Baabe, and Göhren. The buses from these towns on Rügen connect to a large network of cities in Germany!
Long-haul ferries from Trelleborg, Sweden; Rønne, Bornholm (island of Denmark); and Klaipeda, Lithuania service the island of Rügen. There are also a ferry from mainland Germany (Stahlbrode near Greifswald) to Glewitz, Rügen.
Where to Stay on Rügen
The best part about Rügen is that you have so many accommodation options! If possible, try to stay in one of the seaside resort towns. Based on recommendations and the central location, we stayed in Binz and absolutely loved it! I'd definitely return to Binz again as there are many hotel options, great beaches, and yummy restaurants.
Hotel CERÊS am Meer is a gorgeous 5-star hotel. With stunning views and right next to the beach, everything about the hotel screams luxury. While it doesn't have the traditional resort architecture that's common on Rügen, it does have a really modern and sophisticated charm.
Hotel am Meer & Spa is not only a 4-star accommodation, but it has the classic resort architecture so beloved by the tourists of Rügen. Besides having a spa, the views and interior are top-notch. Definitely book yourself a room overlooking the water – with the high ceilings and huge windows, you won't be disappointed with the view!
Centralhotel Binz is an affordable but still luxurious 3-star option. Peter and I stayed here and absolutely loved our visit! Although it isn't on the water, the beach is one street away and the hotel itself is located on a hopping main street. Additionally, the restaurant on the first floor is absolutely fantastic (for both breakfast and dinner) and it was the perfect way to end an exhausting day. Just one tip – if coming by car, make sure to let the hotel know ahead of time. There is limited parking on site that fills up quickly!
Where to Eat in Binz
Peter and I were both really impressed by the sheer number of amazing restaurants in Binz! While we only got to sample of a few, here is a collection of some of the best restaurants in the town – from super affordable to ultra ritzy.
Fischraucherei Kuse: A fourth-generation fishing company, the fish at Fischraucherei Kuse are caught daily and can be brought home for cooking or enjoyed on site. This affordable option is located directly on the beach, just right of the pier. Best to visit this restaurant for lunch or an afternoon snack as it closes at 7 pm.
- Fischraucherei Kuse: Strandpromenade 3, 18609 Binz
Dolden Madel: Peter and I tried to make reservations at Dolden Madel during the Easter weekend and they were fully booked for almost a week. Rightly so! This restaurant is known for serving a wide selection of craft beer as well as hearty foods. My biggest regret is that we didn't think to make a reservation ahead of time because the restaurant looked super cool and the beer looked even more delicious!
- Dolden Madel: Schillerstraße 6, 18609 Binz
Wirtshaus Alte Brennerei: In a super location with a charming feel, Wirtshaus Alte Brennerei is known for having reasonable prices and yummy, hearty meals. If you're looking for a traditional German meal with a quaint, cozy atmosphere, look no further than Wirtshaus Alte Brennerei. Do note that this restaurant closes at 6 pm so put it on your list for lunchtime!
- Wirtshaus Alte Brennerei: Jagdschloß Granitz 1, 18609 Binz
Bootshaus: I wish I liked seafood because this restaurant looks like the holy grail of fish! The portions are huge and the building is a traditional northern German island house (all the brick!). Make sure to book a table beforehand because this restaurant is constantly packed and finding a seat might be difficult.
- Bootshaus: Strandpromenade 49, 18609 Binz
What to Pack for Rügen
I headed to Rügen in April and it was still absolutely freezing. While the summer months bring gorgeous beach weather, it's also important to be prepared in the winter months for cold weather and potentially even snow!
- Camera: As much as I love my iPhone, I carry my Sony a6000 camera everywhere with me! With gorgeous sunsets and wintery light, I was able to capture colorful and sharp photos of the architecture and nature sites.
- Chunky Sweater: As the weather is unpredictable on the island, you want to make sure you're wearing layers – specifically a sweater that you can easily throw on and take off. If you're wanting to stick with a nautical theme to match the island vibe, I especially love these two sweaters: option 1 and option 2.
- Rain Jacket: It's not unusual at all to have intermittent rain showers in Northern Germany. Makes sure you're covered (no pun intended) and stay dry with a bright and cheerful rain jacket!
- Bathing Suit: If you're lucky and end up visiting Rügen during the summer months, a bathing suit is a must-bring item! There are beaches in almost every single resort town on the island and it's well worth taking a dip in the sea. I especially love J.Crew bathing suits as they're flattering and work for all shapes and sizes.
- Sturdy Shoe: I'm not a huge fan of sneakers but definitely recommend a sturdy shoe for walking around Rügen. My personal favorite shoes for walking a bit more are anything by Sperry, especially their boat shoes (I own quite a few pairs), or classic Keds. Both are a bit chicer than normal sneakers while providing ample support to your feet.
- Small Backpack: If you're not wanting to lug around a purse all day, I suggest getting a small backpack (with a zipper – no straps!). I have a similar backpack and love how it still looks "cool" while holding my wallet, camera, and anything else I might need for a day trip!
- Winter Coat: If you happen to visit in a month that's not June, July, or August, definitely make sure to bring your parka with you. After living in Michigan for several years as well as now in Hamburg and Kiel, it's important to get a parka that goes below your butt and comes with a hood to help block out the wind!
- Boots: On extra cold days or days with snow, it's always great to have a sturdy, warm boot. I particularly love mine by Sperry.
- Winter Items: Other must-have winter items include fleece gloves, a warm hat, a wool or cable-knit scarf, and cozy socks!
Final Thoughts on Visiting Rügen
My only regret when visiting Rügen was not having enough time to fully explore the island. There's so much history, culture, and politics tied to this one island. I'd definitely recommend spending at least a weekend, if not more, exploring the entire island. Peter and I absolutely loved our time in Binz and can't wait to return when it's a bit warmer!
Looking to explore other islands in Germany? Check out this guide to taking a day trip to Helogland!
Visiting Hamburg for the weekend? Check out these things to know before visiting Hamburg or tips for visiting Miniatur Wunderland, one of the coolest museums in Hamburg!


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Buying apartments is an option that every buyer in the property market looks at. Many options open up for real estate investors once they buy an apartment in Mumbai. They can choose to let the apartment out or occupy it themselves. Either way, buying a flat in Mumbai can be a very lucrative investment decision.
Mumbai offers a wide variety of residential units. It ranges all the way from studio apartments to 5 BHK apartments and duplex apartments. The versatility of sizing and room configuration in apartments makes them popular amongst property buyers with any range of budgets.
When buying an apartment in Mumbai, one needs to make sure they are doing their research to find an apartment that suits their needs the best. Here are a few factors that you should pay attention to while buying an apartment in Mumbai.
The first factor you need to consider while deciding on the right home is the number of rooms you require. Depending on the size of your family, you might require multiple rooms. In case you're a single working professional, you could also opt for a studio apartment. However, a family of four might require at least a 2 BHK flat.
You would also need to decide how urgently you need to move into the flat you buy. For people looking at a flat as just an investment, choosing an under-construction property can be financially beneficial as they're available at a discounted price as compared to others in the same locality. However, if you're living in a rental, choosing an under-construction property would mean adding a mortgage over the rent you're already paying, making it a financial black hole for your income.
Needless to say, location is an important factor to consider when buying an apartment in Mumbai. Imagine your budget matches the apartment price in Mumbai and you finally buy a flat in a certain locality and your job is on the other side of the city. The commute would make your experience of living in Mumbai worse. Similarly, checking out the living situation such as neighbours, disturbances, and crime in the area where you're looking at an apartment you like is crucial.
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Last week, the City Club of Cleveland—one of the nation's great free speech forums—sponsored a forum entitled "Reimagining Journalism: New Kids on the Block," which featured The Buckeye Flame.
Today, Ohio has 32 percent fewer newspapers than it did in 2004, making it harder for local readers to find out about their local city councilperson, what's going on in their school district, or the latest updates on efforts to create change on the issues that most affect their lives.
Fortunately, new publications and partnerships have leapt into the breach in Northeast Ohio, aiming to fill the news desert with much-needed coverage. A few of those publications include A Greater Buckeye, The Buckeye Flame and The Cleveland Observer, as well as a new partnership effort titled the Northeast Ohio Solutions Journalism Collaborative, which brings together 20+ newsrooms across Cleveland and Akron to address community issues through a solutions journalism lens.
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With security as an increasing focus in the healthcare space, CIO's and CTO's spend significant time ensuring the safety and privacy of patient information. However, the varying degrees of security attacks and privacy concerns leave IT specialists and stakeholders with a never-ending list of concerns.
Types of Security attacks (although not an all-inclusive list):
Social engineering is the foundation of several attacks. These attacks occur when a source acts as a trusted advisor gaining access to codes and passwords for various devices. These attacks provide the source with the ability to obtain damaging information and/or create a foothold in the network to further exploit security issues.
IT and cyber-attacks in the healthcare industry rate as one of the most damaging and costly occurrences compared to other industries. As a whole, the healthcare industry spends an estimated $6 billion dollars a year dealing with security attacks and breaches.
According to one of the latest Becker's reports, more than 5 million US patients can be accessed online by just a basic web browser. The below diagram published by the HIPAA Journal, shows rise in the number of reported data breaches.
Steps to prevent a security break and ensure the privacy and safety of information is secure is a fraction of what an organization could lose in a cyberattack. Addressing these five items can help to eliminate the possibility of future threats and attacks.
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Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research. 28(1):61-68, January 2014.
This study on Foam Rollers studies it's efficiency, according to the paper self-myofascial release has become an increasingly common modality to supplement traditional methods of massage, so a masseuse is not necessary.
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The study design was a randomised crossover design in which subject performed a series of planking exercises or foam rolling exercises and then performed a series of athletic performance tests (vertical jump height and power, isometric force, and agility).
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Today is the age of smartphones. Now with online classes, banking and other uses smartphone have become compulsory for every individuals. But can you get a better smartphone under a small budget? Today we are going to see the best smartphone under Rs 10,000 in India. Lets dive in
1. Redmi 9 Prime : Best smartphone under Rs 10,000 in India
Redmi is a sister brand of Mi. Redmi makes budget-oriented fantastic smartphones. Redmi launched its all-new Redmi 9 Pro for the Indian market and it is ever since considered one of the, if not, the best smartphone under Rs 10,000. Let's see what it has.
The phone weighs 198 grams because of the huge battery. It has gorilla glass 3 on the front. It also has a water repellent coating. The display is a huge 6.53 inches IPS LCD with full HD resolution. Not many phones offer full HD resolution under Rs 10,000 bracket range. This makes the deal even sweeter.
The phone is powered by Android 10 running MIUI 11. The processor used is a mediate Hello G80 which has enough punch to power up this mobile. It is an octa-core CPU. GPU used here is a Mali-G52 MC2. This makes the phone to play even PUBG or equivalent games at moderate settings.
The phone comes in two variants. 64Gb and a 128 Gb phone. Both have 4 GB of ram. There is an added slot for a micro sd card.
The phone has a quad-camera setup. The primary camera is a 13 MP at f/2.2. It has phase detection autofocus settings. The picture quality is brilliant. There is this wide-angle camera that comes within the quad-camera setup. It is an 8MP at f/2.2 sensor that takes a photo of 118 degrees wide. Then there is a 5 mp macro lens for close up pictures. The fourth camera is a 2mp depth camera which is responsible for the bokeh shots. Upfront there's a single selfie camera. It is rated at 8MP, f/2.0 sensor. It can take HDR with full HD video. There is a fingerprint scanner at the rear of the phone.
The battery provided is a 5020 mAh Li-Po. It does fast charge at 18W. The battery life is excellent and with the processor, it easily lasts for a day with pretty heavy usage.
- Full HD screen
- 5020 mah battery
- Quad camera
- 4GB ram
- Nothing at this price range.
2. Redmi Note 9
This phone actually doesn't belong here as it is priced above Rs 10,000. But, with discounts, it comes down from Rs. 10,000 and even without discounts, it is a sweet deal. You will get a 6.67 inch Full HD IPS display with a punch-hole camera upfront. The display is guarded by gorilla glass 5. The display is quite nice. The power button adds up as a fingerprint reader as well. The rear also is made of glass and the device looks rich and premium.
You will get a snapdragon 720G octa-core CPU and for the price, it is really good. The processor has good performance and good efficiency. The phone has two variants. 4 GB ram and 64 GB storage and a 6GB ram and 128 GB storage variants. Also, you can install an sd car with its dedicated sd card slot. That means you can use dual sims and sd card all at the same time.
The camera is a quad camera setup. The main camera is a 48MP f/1.7 aperture camera. It takes decent pictures. The picture is sharp and detailed. There is also an 8 mp ultra-wide camera. The inclusion of a 5 mp macro lens is a good thing and there is also a 2 mp depth sensor which is used by the camera to make bokeh beautiful. The front camera is a 16-megapixel shooter. Again, the quality is very good for the price.
The phone gives you very good battery life. The phone has an inbuilt 5020 mah battery and it also comes with an 18W fast charger which is a sweet touch. You will get an Android 10 out of the box. MIUI 11 runs on top of Android 10. There is bloatware installed on the phone but some can be removed or uninstalled. The phone also retains an IR blaster with which you can control equipment like TV, Ac.
- IR blaster
- 720G processor
- Quad camera
- 5020 mah battery
- Nothing for the price
Oppo makes nice smartphones across the price range. This Oppo A5 is a best smartphone under Rs 10,000 in India. The display is a huge 6.5 inches diagonally with an aspect ratio of 20:9. It is quite tall. Hence movie watching would be enjoyable. This IPS LCD panel has a resolution of HD+. It is sharp enough under this budget. The phone comes in two colors. Mirror black and dazzling white.
The phone rocks a quad camera setup. The primary camera is a 12-megapixel shooter. The image quality is quite good. There is a wide-angle camera as well. There is also a macro camera and a depth sensor camera all at the back of the phone. The fingerprint reader is positioned at the rear of the phone. The front has a tiny notch called, nano waterdrop notch and the notch has the front camera. Selfie quality is good. By default, the beauty mode is enabled. Above the camera, there is an earpiece.
The phone rocks a snapdragon 665 processor and it is good for the price. The GPU is Adreno 610. These are good enough to play games like pubG at medium settings. The phone runs a custom version of android 9, color os 6.0.1 out of the box. The front camera is also used for face unlock.
The battery of the phone is 5000 mah of capacity. It is just not easy to kill the phone in a day unless the usage is very heavy. The phone also has reverse charging built-in. Unfortunately, the phone does not support fast charging out of the box. Only a 10W charger is provided.
- Stereo speakers
- 5000 mah battery
- 195 grams
- The bottom bezel is thick
- No fast charging
4. Oppo A12
Oppo A12 is another phone released in 2020 and is good at specs. The phone weighs only 165 grams and has a good battery life as well. The phone has a 6.22 inches IPS LCD. The display has a resolution of 720P and a 19:9 aspect ratio. The front glass is protected by gorilla glass 3.
The phone comes with a MediaTek Hello P35 octa-core processor at heart. The GPU is a PowerVR GE8320. Everything runs on Android 9.0 with colorOS 6.1. It can play games smoothly and day to day tasks are smooth as well. It is one of the best smartphone under Rs10,000 in India.
The phone has an sd card slot for dual sims and an SD card. The phone comes in two variants. 3GB ram 32 GB storage and 4Gb Ram and 64 GB storage variants.
The phone has a dual-camera setup as opposed to the quad in the same price bracket. The main camera is a 13MP at f/2.2 sensor. It can take brilliant photographs. Then there is a 2MP depth sensor. This gives portrait mode a good creamy bokeh. The main camera is capable of shooting at 1080P max. The selfie camera is a 5 Mp f/2.0 sensor and can take good selfies.
The battery is a Li-Po 4230 mAh sized and it is good enough for a day full of usage. With the power-efficient processor, it gives a good battery backup. There is a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor as well.
- Price
- Battery life
- Only dual cameras
5. Samsung Galaxy M11
Samsung phones are premium phones in the market. I am surprised to see a Samsung smartphone under Rs 10,000 in the market. Galaxy M11 is a phone from Samsung's M series of affordable smartphones. The phone comes in 3-4 GB Ram variants. The base memory of 3 GB phones has 32GB of built-in storage whereas the 4 GB variant has 64 GB built-in. The rest of the things are identical between the two variants. In both the phones there exist a 3 slot sim and sd card tray.
The phone is powered by a Snapdragon 450 SOC an Octacore A 53 chipset. Nothing special to write home about but it is enough for basic day to day activities. The screen is a 6.4 inch 720P TFT display. Here, IPS and Amoled is sorely missed. The phone is powered by Android 10 software which runs a custom UI, One UI, on top of that. The battery is a huge 5000mah one and the battery life is excellent. There is a fingerprint reader on the rear
The phone comes with a triple camera system. The main camera is a 13 MP shooter. It has an aperture of f/1.8. There are no gizmos like optical image stabilization. The secondary camera is an ultra-wide 5MP shooter. The third one is a 2-megapixel depth sensor. The front camera is 8 Megapixels. The beauty mode is there and it is on by default. The image quality is okay. Cannot complain about the price range.
- 5000 mah battery
- Brand Image
- A better processor should have been given
- No IPS screen
Even at the price of Rs 10,000, we get very good phones compared to in the past. There are phones with a good build and there are phones with better specs. if you ask me to choose a phone from this bunch, I will pick up the Redmi 9 prime. The full HD display makes a huge difference for me. The rest of the spec is up to mark as well. It is the best smartphone under Rs 10,000 in India. Thanks for reading.
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Saturday was full of cooking for me to feed my friends at home and the star of the show for this dinner was the chicken with miso, ginger and lime (as a note on the side: I do enjoy the very descriptive recipe titles in SIMPLE).
I'm actually rather proud of how this came out of the oven, almost exactly like it was pictured in the book!
I haven't cooked much with miso before this so I was very intrigued to find out more and see what kind of flavour it would impart on the chicken legs in just such a short period of time (there wasn't really any time to let the chicken soak in the marinade). It worked great and the chicken had a very rich and deep flavour.
Using miso here in such a simple way inspired me to play around with it more. Just today I used some miso for some simple scrambled eggs with spinach for lunch which I can highly recommend doing.
The coriander stems and spring onions worked well in combination with the side dish of potatoes and the sauce which consisted of a mix of the marinade and the fat from the chicken was a real hit. The only problem? No leftovers…


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My personal favourite gemstone is an opal. I was exposed to these growing up with my grandfather and these beautiful gemstones hold a sentimental place in my heart.
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A first glimpse of madness
Loving Bolivia, where lunacy still roams
26.06.2008 - 28.06.2008
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Potosí, the highest city in the world at almost 4100m, is quite an interesting place. We thought we already had been accustomed to the altitude, but walking up and down these hilly streets reminds us that we are nowhere close to used to the altitude. When you take a few steps up the street you get exhausted and you have to stop to catch your breath. The weather is beautiful and sunny during the days, but the nights are cold as on the North Pole. We're glad we have been carrying our secret weapon this far: a portable heater that blows nice warm air into our ice cold room.
One of the most interesting places to visit in this town is the Cerro Rico Mountain that rises just next to the center. Cerro Rico was the richest source of silver ever in the world, which made Potosí one of the richest and largest cities in the world in the 17th century. To give you an idea, the size of the city was comparable to that of London at that time.
The Cerro Rico mountain
Well the wealth came at a price. A lot of indigenous people and African slaves had to work in hideous conditions and many had to give their lives in order to achieve this richness of the Spanish empire. They had to work for up to a week at a time without seeing the sunlight and with hardly any food, breathing in toxic gases and sand dust. It is said that 7 of every 10 men never returned once they were sent to work in Cerro Rico.
The mines are actually still worked, so we decided to take a tour and see for ourselves what it is like. We started by doing some shopping at a local market because we needed to get some supplies for the miners. So what did we bring them? Well, some normal stuff they could need in the mines: soft drinks, bottles of 99% alcohol, coca leaves to chew on... and yes, of course, some dynamite! Luckily everything was available from one stand so we didn't have to walk that much.
After getting the supplies we drove up to the mountain and entered the mines. The mines are a huge collection of labyrinth tunnels covering a great part of the mountain. We walked deep into the mountain and descended a few levels sometimes the tunnels being so narrow and steep that we had to crawl to get further. In fact, the people who now work in the mines still work in quite terrible conditions. It was very hard to breathe because of the lack of oxygen and the very dusty air. You tried to cover your mouth with a cloth to avoid the dust, but that made you gasp for air, so you had to remove the cloth to get air, and that just made the sand enter your lungs again. At some point our guide stopped us and pointed at some white stuff on the wall and handed some of it to me and a couple of others in the group. "Can you guess what this is", he asked. "It is arsenic, so be careful not to put your fingers in your mouth after this". Great! How interesting! I wiped my fingers quite fast after that. Only in Bolivia...
Mickus with El Tio, the Uncle, to whom offerings like alcohol and coca leaves are brought. He is believed to own the metals of the mountain.
We got to participate in the hard work the people do there every day. And I tell you, it was some really hard work. The further in and down in the mine we got, the hotter it got and the harder it was to breathe. But at what a remarkable pace they were working! New minerals were pushed along rails in huge carts, dumped on the ground, shoveled into big rubber baskets and heaved up a few levels. And this just went on and on at an amazing speed. Some of the workers stay there on days on end hardly eating anything, just chewing the coca leave and drinking the soft drinks the tourists bring them. And the amazing thing was that many of them were happy and smiled at us when they saw us. What incredible people. And let me tell you, the life expectancy of these workers is not anything to cheer for.
Today tin and other metals are worked instead of silver, but the conditions and the techniques used are about the same than the ones more than a century ago. A former worker of the mines told us for example that they don't want any engineers messing up their work; engineers just want to make too much plans and draw up to many technical drawings: we just dig where we dig using our years of experience. Individual groups of miners dig their tunnels where they want just "knowing" that they won't hit other tunnels... erh.. that sounded really reassuring given the fact that we were several hundred meters in the mountain and several levels down in a small tunnel where we could hardly breathe.
After spending about 2 hours inside the mines we started to climb and crawl back out. It was VERY hard. You could hardly breathe, it was hot, it was dusty and it was awful. I cannot understand how people can work there let alone stay there for hours and days on end. When we finally reached the outside we were all really exhausted and relieved that we had made it. But the fun didn't stop there: I had hardly caught my breath when a piece of dynamite was shoved in my hand. And it was lit! Holy crap! A few of them were circulating through the group so that everybody could hold one. After a while the guides grabbed the burning dynamites and ran like crazy a bit away and placed them in the ground. After a few seconds we got to hear an orchestra of exploding dynamite. Cool! Only in Bolivia...
Holding burning dynamite:
The dynamite exploding
Another cool place that we visited, although not cool as the mines of course, was the colonial royal mint where the silver was once turned into coins. We got to see the machinery and tools that were used to process the silver into coins, which was pretty remarkable. Worth mentioning are the huge machines that were used to press the silver into sheets. They had been manufactured in Spain, shipped to America and carried over the Andes all the way here to the highest city in the world.
A child mummy
Apart from the machinery there is another cool sight in the building, El Mascaron, a famous symbol of Potosí that is creepily watching you as you enter the building, maybe you recognize it. Nobody knows where it came from or what it means, but it's freaking awesome:
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If your cell phone's blank screen is due to a software problem, turning the device off and then turning it back on may solve the issue. After powering the cell phone down, wait a few moments and then power the device on again. Check to see if the display is working. If it is not, you can use another troubleshooting method or contact a professional cell phone repair shop.
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When your device has a blank cell phone screen, a reset may be all your phone needs so the screen will start working again. If your cell phone has the ability to undergo a master reset, this type of reset will revert your cell phone back to its initial configurations. Screen issues can be resolved by performing a master reset, but you will lose all of your personalized settings.
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New Delhi: Major (retd.) Surendra Poonia, who recently joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday, expressed his willingness to take on UPA chairperson Sonia Gandhi from her home turf Rae Bareli in the ensuing Lok Sabha elections.
As per reports, the BJP is looking for popular candidates to give a tough fight to members of the Nehru-Gandhi family in the ensuing Lok Sabha elections.
Rae Bareli is Sonia Gandhi's stronghold. She has registered four consecutive wins from Rae Bareli since 2004.
Poonia told ANI, "It would be an honour for me if Narendra Modi ji asks me to fight against Sonia Gandhi from Rae Bareli constituency. I will happily take this task. This will be a fight between chowkidar (watchman) vs chor (thief)."
A former Special Forces officer of the Indian Army, Major Poonia said that the leadership quality of Prime Minister Narendra Modi inspired him to join the BJP.
"The main reason behind joining the BJP is the leadership quality of Narendra Modi ji. He has always kept nationalism and national security first. He has immense respect for security forces. He has worked for needy people, youth and security forces; hence, I joined the party to serve for the country," he said.
Poonia on March 23 joined the BJP in the presence of BJP general secretary JP Nadda and senior leader Ram Lal just a day after former cricketer Gautam Gambhir joined the party.
After joining the party, Poonia tweeted stating, "I have joined the Bharatiya Janata Party to serve the nation and our people. It is a great honour for me to support and stand with the idea of 'Nation First' against the idea of 'Family First' from party's platform which is led by the honourable Prime Minister Narendra Modi."
Major Surendra Poonia is a recipient of Vishisht Seva Medal. He has also won numerous international awards and has also served as a Special Forces Officer in the Indian Army.
He had contested in the 2014 parliamentary election from Sikar Lok Sabha of Rajasthan.


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Edgebanding: Sources, new materials and more
Rehau is a Bavarian town of about 9,000 residents in Germany near the Czech border, a couple of hundred miles north of Munich. It has been around awhile — the name itself dates from 1234 A.D. and the town is a lot older than that.
The biggest employer by far is the polymer manufacturer Rehau AG & Co, which was founded in 1948 and now employs more than 15,000 people around the world. Known to woodworkers for both edgebanding and vinyl windows, the company originally made garden hoses as well as parts for the old Volkswagen Beetle. Always innovative, Rehau was involved in the first German heart operation that used silicone tubes and also the first extrusion of a PVC window profile. It established a presence in the U.S. by opening a sales office in New York in 1959.
Today, Rehau (www.rehau.com) is known for innovations such as UltraLitec, a new type of production process introduced in 2011 that combines fibers with thermoplastics in a special compression molding and laying technique. And in 2013, the company unveiled RauVisio glass and high-gloss laminates for both edgebands and surfaces in the furniture industry. In November, Rehau began offering Magic 3-D edgebanding that "creates an illusion of depth and embossed texture using a decorative print that shows through a transparent PMMA surface," according to the company. The tape uses two different lacquer types to create the illusion of 3-D. With excellent processing capabilities, Magic 3-D can handle tight radii, trims easily and can be polished or beveled without damaging an underlying print.
Commercial suppliers
Most shops get into edgebanding slowly. They transition from solid-wood custom residential doors to an occasional commercial job that requires clean edges, such as a clinic or school. When it's time to ramp up that end of the business, it really helps to find a supplier that can offer solutions without adding any confusion. Part of that equation is great customer service and companies such as DC Distributing (www.dc-dist.com) have understood that for quite some time. That's probably why DC is one of the largest suppliers of edgebanding and related products in the United States. The company offers custom services such as slitting and pre-gluing and a real person still answers the phone when a woodworker needs a little guidance choosing products.
FormWood Industries (www.formwood.com) is another great example. Located in Jeffersonville, Ind., the company has been manufacturing edgebanding and other veneer products since 1972. FormWood provides a variety of backer offerings and is now working in conjunction with the Forest Stewardship Council to create veneer sheets and architectural panels that have been FSC-certified. FormWood also sells bamboo veneer in both vertical (narrow cane) and horizontal (wide cane) cuts and in both natural and caramelized colors.
A lot of shops have invested in Festool's new Conturo handheld edgebander since its introduction and also in the accompanying workstation that transforms it into a stationary machine. Among Festool's distributors is Wood Werks Supply Inc. of Columbus, Ohio (www.thisiswoodworking.com), which also supplies Festool adhesives along with edge forming and trimming router bits and a line of Safety Speed Cut edgebanding machines.
Brian's Tool Sales in Enfield, Conn. (www.brianstoolsales.com) carries four Cehisa machines and an AMT edgebander model. And Klingspor (www.woodworkingshop.com) offers a number of hardwood and melamine tapes. The company also supplies a pair of specialized router bits for creating a hardwood edgeband.
If you're looking for a used edgebander, especially a larger machine, visit RT Machine online (www.rtmachine.com).
Another source for new machines is California-based Global Sales Group (www.globalsalesgroupllc.com), which offers both Safety Speed Cut machines and both a portable and a stationary option from Cantek (the MX500AU and MX330 models, respectively). Cantek itself also has an online presence at www.cantekamerica.com, where a shop owner can watch a video on the MX330 in action.
Reading about products and watching videos online can give a woodworker a pretty good idea of what a tool or a tape can do, but there's nothing like talking with an experienced shop pro to gain the confidence to try new technologies. For example, cabinetmakers in Connecticut who need help with edgebanding can visit the physical retail store of Parkerville Wood Products (www.parkervillewoodproducts.com) in Manchester. The company started out building boxes and still has a custom woodworking division. Occupying 22,000 sq. ft., the staff at Parkerville has a lot of shop experience to help customers find hands-on solutions.
Keim Lumber Company (www.keimlumber.com) offers the same kind of experience on a much larger scale. Based in Amish country in Charm, Ohio, it's a fourth generation family-owned business that began in 1911 as a rough lumber mill. Back then, there were only four employees. Today, the company occupies more than 700,000 sq. ft. of retail, office, warehouse and millwork production space and has 400 employees. Keim offers both real wood veneer edgebanding and melamine edgebanding from brands such as Therm-O-Web and Sauers. There are a variety of widths to choose from including the popular 2", 7/8", and 13/16" sizes, and the tape comes in lengths from 25 to 250 feet.
Manhattan Laminates Ltd. (www.manhattanlaminates.com) bills itself as the only full-line woodshop supply distributor in Manhattan and the company offers Formica-brand edgebanding.
Another way to learn about options like moving into edgebanded casework is to join an industry group such as the Architectural Woodwork Institute (www.awinet.org) and take part in its shop visit program. Local chapters meet at each other's facilities and discuss methods, materials and machines over coffee.
Catalog sources
If you can't make it to Manchester or an AWI meeting, there's always the Internet. For smaller shops or occasional edgebanding jobs, retailer Rockler Woodworking and Hardware (www.rockler.com) lists 140 edgebanding-related products in the company's online catalog. These include a huge array of FastEdge peel-and-stick options, plus hot-melt wood and plastic or melamine choices. Rockler also offers a number of simple, inexpensive trimming tools and some clamping solutions.
For tricky applications, Woodworker's Supply (www.woodworker.com) suggests taking a look at super sticky FastCap SpeedTape. This patented product is a high-strength, pressure-sensitive adhesive that comes on a roll. All you do is peel off the liner and stick it into place. There's no mess and you get a permanent bond. The clear, double-sided tape is great for applying edgebanding and also works for laminating, veneering and even installing light trim. Approximately 4 mils thick, it comes in 1" and 6-1/2" wide rolls and both are 50' long. The company also sells FastCap and Edgemate wood edgebanding and the extremely simple Band-It brand trimmer that handles materials up to 1/8" thick.
Outwater Plastics of Bogota, N.J. (www.outwater.com) has been helping woodworkers solve production problems since 1972. When it comes to edgebanding, the company's catalog has five pages of products to offer. These range from banders and trimmers to peel-and-stick wood and polyester tape. Outwater also sells pre-glued iron-on tapes, standard wood veneer edging, metal-like trims, glass-look banding, thin tapes and a line of impact resistant, rigid or semi-rigid PVC. The company's Eco Style ABS edgebanding is chlorine-free, so it can be disposed of safely in an incinerator.
Edge It (www.edgeitedgebanding.com) supplies woodshops with PVC, metallic and veneer edgebanding. The wood species include, but are not limited to, oak, cherry, walnut, mahogany, maple and birch. Edge It also carries hot-melt adhesives and has a page on its website called "Clearance Sale" that is well worth checking out if your client hasn't settled on a color choice. A woodworker can find some really good deals on custom orders that were never picked up or hundreds of tape rolls from popular manufacturers such as Nevamar, WilsonArt and Formica.
The Wood & Shop Inc. stocks about 50 different exotic or imported hardwoods and domestic species. The company's online catalog (www.woodnshop.net) offers a number of solid wood, hot melt and PSA edgebandings for sale by the foot.
Other solutions
If your client wants something special, perhaps edgebanding in-house isn't the solution. Outsourcing doors and panels can open up a whole menu of options that a smaller woodshop might not have the machinery or technical abilities to complete. And outsourced suppliers, especially the larger ones, are often on top of trends before they reach mainstream cabinet shops. For example, Decore-ative Specialties (www.decore.com) provides components to shops across the country and notes that while "edgebanding is traditionally used to provide a cohesive look between the material on the face and the edges, a recent trend in cabinetry uses a unique or contrasting edgeband to provide a distinct difference between panel and edge materials. This is especially popular with high-gloss looks and with silver or contrasting colored edgebanding applied. With custom cabinetry, the options for customization are endless." Working with an established national door and case supplier is akin to having your own design department.
Another route to go is to use solid hardwood veneers and make your own custom edgebanding. Reputable suppliers such as Berkshire Veneer Co. (www.berkshireveneer.com) stock hundreds of thousands of square feet of raw veneer.
For more supplier information, visit our online resource guide at www.woodshopnews.com.
This article originally appeared in the January 2016 issue.


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From Home Furnishing Business
October 22,
2019 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, High Point, Industry, Market
The International Society of Furniture Designers (ISFD) has announced the 2019 Pinnacle Awards Winners, honored during last night's 24th Annual Awards Gala, that was held at High Point University's Congdon School of Health Sciences.
"The judges all agreed that selecting just one winner in each category was a difficult task," said John Conrad, executive director, ISFD. "The designs from all of the finalists were extremely noteworthy and the designers should be very proud of their work. I am also pleased to say that we had a record number of entries this year and the new luxury and broad appeal categories were very well received."
The ISFD thanks all of the judges for their discerning eye for detail and quality designs. The judging panel included Christi Barbour, Barbour Spangle Design; John Gill, Haverty's; Diane Falvey, Furniture, Lighting & Décor; Gary Inman, Baskervill; Adam Kessler, AWFS; Greg Kincaid, Sherwin Williams; Kaitlin Peterson, Business of Home; June Sedlak, Studio J; Dorian Stacy Sims, Stacy Furniture & Design and Patrizia Torelli, Australasian Furniture Association.
The 2019 Pinnacle Awards Winners:
Outstretched Arms Sculpture by Timboel Raharjo for Phillips Collection
Broad Appeal - Meyers Park by Abby Lane, ISFD for Pulaski Furniture
Bedroom – Luxury
Midtown Bedroom by Mike Warren, ISFD; Shannon Lookabill, ISFD and Andrea Otto, ISFD for Universal Furniture
Dining – Broad Appeal
Artisan Cove by Catina Suarez Roscoe, ISFD for Style Craft
Dining – Luxury
Modern Dining; Kubrick Dining Table & Brooks Arm Chair by Dudley Moore, ISFD and Lenny Chapman, ISFD for Universal Furniture
Entertainment Furniture
Code Media + Storage Console by Matthew Weatherly and Al Glass for BDI
Home Office
Kallista Writing Desk by Aimee Kurzner, ISFD for Currey and Company
Leather Upholstery – Broad Appeal
Marco Chair by Bernhardt Upholstery Design Team for Bernhardt
Leather Upholstery – Luxury
Turin by Kevin Nguyen, Spencer Bass, Doug Gasol, Anders Larsen and Stephen Huddleston for Style in Motion by American Leather
Ruffle Chandelier by Mandy Shanahan, ISFD for Phillips Collection
"Secret Spirits" by Bruce M. Schuettinger, ISFD for MosArt, Inc.
Student Pinnacle Award
"Stool Samples" by Emily Miller, ISFD for Appalachian State University
Green Leaf Award
Chainsaw Sculpture by Mark Phillips, ISFD & Nikom Sankantha for Phillips Collection
Motion Upholstery
Melker Recliner by Robert Law for Moroni, Inc.
Occasional Storage
Poppy Armoire by Justin Abee, ISFD for Morris & Co. by Selamat Designs
Occasional Tables
Barclay by D. Scott Coley, ISFD for Bernhardt
Maya by Mark Gabbertas for Gloster
Stationary Upholstery – Broad Appeal
Kylie Chair by Bernhardt Upholstery Design Team for Bernhardt
Stationary Upholstery – Luxury
The Haute Seat by Christopher Sandomenico, ISFD for Caracole Signature by Caracole
Wall Décor
Pari Carved Wood Wall Décor by Anthony Venetucci for A&B Home Inc
Major Collections
Loft Collection by Otto & Moore Design Team, ISFD and Bernhardt Design Team for Bernhardt
"We would also like to thank our keynote speaker, co-host/emcee Christiane Lemieux, co-founder/CEO of The Inside; and co-host/emcee Bill McLoughlin, editor-in-chief of Furniture Today for their help with this annual event. Thanks also to Ray Allegrezza, IHFRA; Hilary Farr, Hilary Farr Designs; Gary Inman, Baskervill; Libby Langdon, founder Libby Interiors, Inc; Ida McCausland, IFDA; Kaitlin Peterson, editor in chief of Business of Home," concluded Conrad.
The 2019 Awards were sponsored by the High Point Market Authority, Leggett & Platt, International Market Centers, Designers Today, Continental Hardware, Furniture Today, Furniture Design Studios and Sherwin-Williams, IHFRA and Royal Brass.
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