BLAINESWORLD
#711
5.17.2010
In this issue:
1. Reflections
2. FYI
3. Little Joyce
4. Reviews . . . LETTERS TO JULIET, etc.
5. TV alert
6. Skinny dipping
7. Websites
8. Computer tip
9. Facebook updates
10. A quote I like
11. Thought for the day
12. Advance planning department
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1. Reflections
A. Cynthia, my beautiful bride, and I hosted our community's Adult Social on Friday
night . . . because the Preakness was the next day, the evening had a horse racing
theme; hence, my "costume."
We didn't win the contest to pick the winner of the race, but we had a fun time . . . we
also enjoyed spending time with our friends Tena (center) and Tammy (right).
On Saturday, we had a delightful evening in downtown Asheville . . . our dinner at Sushi
Thai, as usual, was excellent . . . but what made it memorable was when we asked
for snow peas in our respective dishes . . . one of our favorite waitresses there,
Venny, apologized to us that the ingredient wasn't available . . . but she then
came back, minutes later, and asked if it would be OK if she got it from another
restaurant down the road . . . we said "yes" and within minutes, our meals came back
as we initially ordered them . . . we were impressed! . . . for more information about
the restaurant, please click:
http://www.ichibanwasabi.com/
From there, we passed Kilwin's and though we weren't getting ice cream yet, the
owner Tom Gallagher (see also Section 1D) ran out and gave us some tasty
chocolate truffles.
That held us through our next activity: CURIOUS SAVAGE at Jubilee! . . . it was a funny
comedy, well-acted by the entire cast . . . in particular, Amy LaDeroute, cracked us
up every time she was on stage . . . we also liked the work of both Richard Camuto
and Tracy Munn.
We then went back to Kilwin's for dessert and this time, we were again impressed
with Tom because he graciously kept the store open for us even though we arrived
past the 10 p.m. closing time . . . if you want ice cream and/or chocolate in downtown
Asheville, you won't be disappointed by going here . . . for more information, call
828.252.2639 . . . of if you're in the Black Mountain area, call 828.669.6119 and check
out the Kilwin's there.
1B. On Saturday, as part of the my Asheville Citizens Police Academy experience,
I went to the range where I learned to shoot a semiautomatic 9 mm handgun.
KUDOS to Sgt. Yelton for the excellent job he did in teaching us . . . when
on the range, he was ably assisted by Officer McCurry.
SPECIAL INVITE:
As you may know, I was been fortunate to have been part of this year's class
for the Asheville Citizens Police Academy . . . the experience has been a fantastic one,
and if you'd like me to nominate you for next fall's class, give a holler.
See below for more information that I just received from Officer Dunlap--the
person who runs it:
I can’t believe the Citizens Police Academy program is coming to an end
so quickly. I have truly enjoyed getting to know each of you and I hope
you now have a greater understanding and appreciation of police practices
and services. During our second class, I told you it was important to get
to know one another by communicating and sharing questions as well as
concerns. As a community, open communication is vital for continued
growth, well being and accountability for this department as well as Citizens
of the City of Asheville whom we serve.
The Academy depends upon “word of mouth” to spread interest in the program.
If possible, can you provide me with a name and phone number of at least
one individual whom I can call and invite to attend this September’s program?
Please write this down for me and, at some point this summer, call the person
and tell them about the CPA.
NOTE:
There's NO COST to participate, and you even get dinner before each of the 12
sessions. This spring, sessions were held on Tuesday nights, and they will be held
on the same night in the fall--starting September 14.
For more information and/or if you'd like me to nominate you, send an email
to bginbc@aol.com and put CITIZENS POLICE ACADEMY in the subject line.
C. During the week, I also attended another fine SCORE seminar . . . this one was on "Social
Media," and it was conducted by Sarah Benoit . . .I've heard her speak before and what's
amazing is that every time, I learn something new. . . she really knows her stuff and is always
so generous in sharing her knowledge with others.
For example, I found out more about this free service offered by Google:
http://www.google.com/sktool/
To quote from the site, the tool:
helps you identify additional advertising opportunities that aren't currently being used
in your AdWords ad campaigns. The tool goes one step further by tailoring the keywords
and other data (such as the amount of competition for the keyword, the suggested bid and
more) based on your language or country/territory settings.
So if you have a website and are trying to draw more traffic to it, make sure you check out
the above website . . . should you want to contact Sarah, you can do so and learn more about her
by clicking:
http://www.creative-original.com
SPECIAL THANKS to Stan Safian, the tireless SCORE volunteer, who was in charge
of not only this seminar--but all the others this past year . . . without his efforts,
they wouldn't have been the success that they were.
D. CONGRATULATIONS to:
* Tom Gallagher (see also Section 1A) for being admitted to the North Carolina Bar. He's
a real good guy and if, by chance, you know of any legal offerings in the Western
Carolina area, please send him an email; his address is thomaskgallagher@hotmail.com.
* Gary Bien, practice administrator with Cancer Centers of North Carolina-Asheville,
the nation's leading intergrated oncology company. His firm took took home numerous honors
at the 27th Annual Healthcare Marketing Report Awards Competition. Out of 4,000 entries,
CCNC-A’s “No Mountain Too High” campaign won 3rd overall (Bronze) in the total advertising
campaign without television category. The motivational and artistic campaign
also won Bronze in Radio and a Merit in the Outdoor/Transit category.
“We’re truly proud of this campaign because it showcases a positive and
uplifting message of hope for all cancer patients no matter their age or stage
in life,” said Bien. “It shows patients that there are oncology practices that
care and want to motivate them throughout their treatment. Even if a cancer
diagnosis seems impossible to overcome, we want to let patients know there
is no mountain too high that we, together, can’t conquer.”
* Susan Garett . . . she recently got a new position with the Asheville Buncombe Community
Christian Ministries as that organization's new Green Job Director. Her job will be
to train folks who are low-income/disadvantaged or unemployed and need jobs or employed
trades people who need to upgrade their skills to become part of the new local green economy.
For more information about the Ministries, please click:
http://www.abccm.org/
***** BLAINESWORLD BEST AWARD *****
This week, it goes to Mary Lou Sartoris--a Biltmore Lake community activist
and "resident grandma" to several children in the neighborhood.
Mary Lou is also a Board member for the Council on Aging of Buncombe
County. As such, she sells T-shirts, jackets, vests, golf shirts, sweatshirts,
tote bags and throws embroidered with the Biltmore Lake logo. All proceeds
go to the Council and are tax deductible.
In addition, she serves as a member of the Steering Committee for the BLCAC
(Biltmore Lake Community Action Committee), the group involved in the legal
battle against forced annexation of Biltmore Lake by the City of Asheville.
To contact Mary Lou about either or both of the above activities, please
feel free to email her at marylousartoris@charter.net.
SPECIAL OPPORTUNITY:
Mary Lou received start-up money from the Biltmore Lake Board of Directors
to begin the fundraiser last June with the stipulation that once it reached
the one year mark, it would be passed to another Biltmore Lake resident
so that the proceeds will benefit the new person's charity of choice. At this
time, she is winding down her fundraising efforts and is looking for a successor
for the sale of Biltmore Lake logo products. So if you're interested, contact
her at the aforementioned email address.
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2. FYI
The first strategy of time management: Disappear for the first 20 minutes
of your day at work. Whether you start your day at 7:00 a.m., noon or
midnight, reserve the first 20 minutes for yourself, with no one else able
to interrupt. This will give you a good chance to get organized for the day.
It will enable you to provide direction for the people who depend on you for
leadership. As one businessperson described it, "I block out a time early
in my day to have a meeting with myself." It doesn't mean that the usual
daily calamities associated with business will cease, especially those that
seem to lie in wait for a manager about to start the day. It just means you
won't participate in those feeding frenzies until you're ready to handle them.
SOURCE:
IT'S ABOUT TIME (see also Sections 4C and 11) by Harold C. Lloyd
FYI, part 2
* Sally in North Carolina:
My website for Once More Decor is done. Check it out when you get a chance:
www.oncemoredecorasheville.com
RECOMMENDATION:
Sally's business is Once More Decor . . . it is a resale business, specializing in painted
furniture and refurbished items for the home. Sally does great work. You won't go wrong
if you use her!
* Marcia in North Carolina (with a REQUEST FOR HELP):
I am writing to invite you to sponsor me on a River Walk event to benefit The Rathbun Center.
The Rathbun Center is the nonprofit organization I work for in Asheville, NC. We are western
North Carolina’s only hospital hospitality house. Anyone who has a loved one being treated
at any of our local hospitals can stay with us--for free--for up to 21 days! We are similar to
a Ronald McDonald House, only we welcome patients and their caregivers of all ages and
with all types of medical conditions.
Our annual River Walk is scheduled for this Sat., May 22nd from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
at Carrier Park in Asheville. We are asking our friends and relatives to please help us
by pledging money to sponsor us. We are walking for the 3,000 people each year who call
this their “home away from home” while their loved one is going through a medical crisis.
One of our guests called us, “An oasis for so many in a desert of desolation and despair.”
Please help us to be here for many families in their time of medical crisis if you are able.
There are several ways to make a contribution:
You can mail a check to my attention at The Rathbun Center, 121 Sherwood Road, Asheville,
NC 28803. You can make a credit card donation directly on our website:
www.rathbuncenter.org
You can call me or Susan Everhart at (828) 251-0595 and make a credit card donation
over the phone.
Thank you for your kindness and support.
* John in New Jersey:
Nice contrast between the "EVIL" Canadian Health Care System and
our "Make the insurance company profitable" system.
* Ken in New York:
Nice picture of you and Cynthia.
MY TWO CENTS:
Thanks, Ken. I owe it all to Cynthia; i.e., the fact that it was a nice
picture. If it was just me in the picture, I'm not sure it would have been
as nice . . . in fact, I'm sure of that fact!
* Scott in Pennsylvania:
Get a FREE spicy chicken sandwich at Chick-Fill-A, but to be eligible,
you must first register online on Monday, May 24.
http://www.getspicychicken.com/
* Dana in Pennsylvania:
This was circulated awhile back but its concept still sounds like a good plan:
Junk Mail Help:
When you get "ads" enclosed with your phone or utility bill, return these "ads"
with your payment. Let the sending companies throw their own junk mail away.
When you get those "pre-approved" letters in the mail for everything from credit
cards to 2nd mortgages and similar type junk, do not throw away the return
envelope. Most of these come with postage-paid return envelopes, right?
It costs them more than the regular postage "IF" and when they
receive them back.
It costs them nothing if you throw them away! The postage was around 50
cents before the last increase and it is according to the weight. In that case,
why not get rid of some of your other junk mail and put it in these cool little,
postage-paid return envelopes. Send an ad for your local chimney cleaner
to American Express. Send a pizza coupon to Citibank. If you didn't get
anything else that day, then just send them their blank application back!
If you want to remain anonymous, just make sure your name isn't on anything
you send them.
You can even send the envelope back empty if you want to just keep
them guessing! It still costs them the regular postage. The banks and credit
card companies are currently getting a lot of their own junk back in the mail,
but folks, we need to OVERWHELM them. Let's let them know what it's like
to get lots of junk mail, and best of all they're paying for it. Twice!
Let's help keep our postal service busy since they are saying that email
is cutting into their business profits, and that's why they need to increase
postage costs again You get the idea !
If enough people follow these tips, it will work. I have been doing this for years,
and I get very little junk mail anymore.
THERE'S SOMETHING BETTER YOU CAN DO:
I did some research and found out that the above might even increase
your junk mail . . . plus, there are better ways to get less such stuff
if that's your intent . . . see how to achieve this goal by clicking:
http://www.snopes.com/politics/business/telemarket.asp
* Kristi in North Carolina:
OK, I know I shouldn't . . . but it is so hard not to laugh when you see babies eating lemons
for the first time:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7yHejN1korE
* I'm ordinarily not a big fan of cabbage, but I did like the following salad
that Tena in North Carolina (see also Section 1A) recently served as part of a delicious
dinner at her house:
Chinese Cabbage Salad
1 lb chopped cabbage (I use slaw mix with red and white cabbage and shredded carrots)
8 T slivered almonds - toasted
8 T sesame seeds - toasted
2 packages Raman noodles (do not use seasoning) – crush over top and mix
8 sliced green onions
Mix all together.
Dressing
½ cup rice wine vinegar
1/8 cup vegetable or canola oil
Pepper to taste
2 t. accent season salt
4 T sugar (I use Splenda and use less)
NOTE:
I make this totally to taste, and I make it ahead of time.
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3. Little Joyce
Little Joyce wasn't getting good marks in school. One day, she surprised
the teacher with an announcement. She tapped him on the shoulder and said,
"I don't want to scare you, but my daddy says if I don't start getting better
grades, somebody is going to get a spanking!"
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4. Reviews
A. LETTERS TO JULIET is predictable, but I liked it regardless . . . it is the story
of a young American who when on vacation in Verona, finds a letter that was
written in 1957 . . . he locates the author and, also, helps find the author's
lost love . . . Amanda Seyfried continues to impress as the actress in the
leading role . . . I also enjoyed the performances of Vanessa Redgrave and
Gael Garcia Bernal . . . what I did not like: the trailer gave away far too much
of the film . . . rated PG.
B. INVICTUS is now out in DVD format . . . my review from
BLAINESWORLD #689 follows:
INVICTUS tells the inspiring true story of how Nelson Mandela helped
bring his country together through his support of South Africa's
underdog rugby team run to the 1995 World Championship . . . Morgan
Freeman as Mandela was great, as usual, and Matt Damon was
believable as Francois Pienar--the team's captain . . . I'd say it
was the best film about rugby I've ever seen, though thinking about that
statement, it's the only film about the sport I have ever seen . . . the final
match went on far too long and I had no idea of what was happening
in the game, but overall, I'd strongly recommend the film . . . rated PG-13.
C. Imagine being reclaim five extra hours each week in our life . . .that's the
premise behind IT'S ABOUT TIME (see also Sections 2 and 11), a new time
management book written by Harold C. Lloyd.
Lloyd, a sought-after speaker to the retail industry, presents many valuable
ideas for taking control of your time at work . . . I thought I knew a lot about
the subject, but even I came up with some new techniques that I will definitely
implement.
For example, there's this one:
* Give every day of your life a unique identity. For example: “This is the day I am going
to start my new book,” or “Today is the day I’m giving Jennifer her performance review,”
or Today’s the day I’m going to draft an outline of my year-end report.” When each day
has a special identity you treat each day more meaningfully and with more respect. It’s likely
that all your day’s activities will take on more significance because they must be conducted
within the framework of making sure the unique event is completed successfully.
Then there's this procedure for dealing with email that I knew about, but just haven't
been able to put into practice--yet:
* To keep email from eating up valuable time, we recommend you check your email
on a scheduled basis—maybe at the start of your day . . . before lunch, after lunch, and before
you leave for the day. This is a hard discipline to maintain. Some people expect that you will
respond to email instantaneously, and if your boss is one of those people, you may have
to check more often. But like dealing with paperwork, handling email in a group is a much more
efficient way to use your time. Let people know you don’t immediately respond to email
so they aren’t offended if your reply isn’t instantaneous.
Lastly, I liked how the author presented tips on hiring because if you hire the right
person, you'll save still more time . . . this tidbit really made sense to me
when I reflected upon it:
* “I make the decision whether or not to hire someone during the job interview. I count
the number of times they smile. If it’s enough, they’re hired.”
As Lloyd notes toward the end of the book, "Don't consider 'you look tired' a compliment
that means you are a hard worker." He contends that this is nothing to brag about.
Rather, if you find yourself falling into the trap of seemingly always working, then
rush about to buy a copy of IT'S ABOUT TIME for yourself. And while you're at it,
you might want to get additional copies for your colleagues who also seem to be
working all the time.
D. Heard MIRACLE ON THE 17TH GREEN by James Patterson and
Peter de Jonge . . . it's a golf fantasy about an amateur who, down
on his luck, decides to try for the PGA Senior Tour.
I'm not sure that I buy into the entire plot . . . it's unlikely that
a guy would be able to turn around his life and become wildly successful
as a pro golfer within a year . . . yet that criticism aside, I enjoyed
the tale and think you will too--even if you're not a golfer.
I did enjoy how the authors threw-in the names of real golfers
(e.g., Trevino, Nicklaus, etc.), and it was fun to see how the
newbie interacted with them . . . there's a feel-good ending
that you'll also like.
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5. TV alert
A. DEADLIEST WARRIOR simulates combat between two disparate
groups of fighters, but no one actually dies . . . fights this season
include a 16th century Aztec "Jagular" fighter against a central African
Zande warrior of the 1860s, Somali pirate vs. Medellin cartel and Vlad
the Impaler vs. Sun Tzu . . . Tuesdays at 10 p.m. on SPIKE TV.
B. THE GOOD GUYS is an action buddy-coop spoof . . . according
to TV GUIDE, "If you like your crime straight up, don't even bother. But
as a lark of summer escapism, THE GOOD GUYS is a fine way to kick
off the silly season." . . . season preview on Wednesday at 8 p.m.
on FOX and repeated on May 31 at 9 p.m. . . . starting on June 6,
it will air on Monday at 9 p.m.
C. BROOKS & DUNN: THE LAST RODEO has the country duo calling
it quits on a 20-year career with a summer tour and this concert special,
which features Taylor Swift, George Strait and Jennifer Hudson . . . Sunday
at 8 p.m. on CBS.
D. THE REAL STORY is series that looks at the factual background
of well-know movies . . . episodes will look at such films as THE EXORCIST,
CASINO, THE BOURNE IDENTITY, SILENCE OF THE LAMBS and
THE HUNT FOR RED OCTOBER . . . Sundays at 8 p.m. on the
SMITHSTONIAN CHANNEL.
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6. Skinny dipping
An elderly man in Florida had owned a large farm for several years. He
had a large pond in the back. It was properly shaped for swimming, so he
fixed it up nice with picnic tables and horseshoe courts, as well as
some orange and lime trees.
One evening, the old farmer decided to go down to the pond, as he hadn't
been there for a while, to look it over. He grabbed a five-gallon bucket
to bring back some fruit. As he neared the pond, he heard voices shouting
and laughing with glee. As he came closer, he saw it was a bunch of young
women from the local college skinny dipping in his pond.
He said "hi" so as not to scare them and make them aware of his presence,
and they all swam over to the deep end.
One of the women shouted to him, "We're not coming out of this pond until
after you leave."
The old man frowned, "I didn't come down here to watch you ladies swim
naked or make you get out of the pond naked." Holding the bucket up he
said, "I'm here to feed the alligator."
Some dirty old men can still think pretty fast.
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7. Websites
A. ScienceHack is a search engine for science, mathematics and psychology
videos:
http://sciencehack.com/
You can search for science experiments, projects, news and a whole
lot more . . . there are several popular categories . . . you can even
find out how to solve the Rubik's Cube . . . or see robots made
out of toothbrushes. In addition, you can submit a video and get
feedback on it.
B. Here, in its entirety, is perhaps the funniest movie scene ever:
the Marx Brothers in A NIGHT AT THE OPERA . . . what follows
is the stateroom scene:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y3MtT6FajGI&feature=email
C. BLAINESWORLD, the website, remains up and running . . . to view
it, please click:
http://www.blainesworld.net
In case you've never seen what happens when you're at the home page,
place your cursor anywhere on the picture of me on the right . . . you'll
see a greeting from me . . . then place your cursor on my eyes and move
your mouse to the right to see where else you can get to via the homepage . . . when
you do so, make sure you look at what happens to my eye.
D. Are you on Facebook? In the unlikely event we have not yet contacted
as friends there, please feel free to send me an invite by clicking:
www.facebook.com/blainegreenfield
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8. Computer tip
Facebook (and longtime friends) Ginger in Florida and John in New Jersey
had the following exchange that contained information that I think all readers
should keep in the back of their minds:
Ginger: Last night someone informed me that anytime you use the word
M***** in a post, it automatically gets reposted on a site called M*****. I'm
not sure how that happens, but it is definitely an invasion of privacy. If I
wanted to post on that site, I would. I tried to report it to FB and was unable
to do so. I'm quite sure if I have a post with "Catholic" in it, it doesn't appear
on a site called Catholic. OK, you computer experts . . . how does that
happen, and how do we prevent it?
John: In a nutshell . . . it does NOT happen. More hate mongering and
foolishness. That being said . . . ANYTHING you post here is subject
to search engine crawling. So I guess if someone wanted to search for
the "M" word, they could conceivably find your post--if they wanted to sort
through hundreds of millions a day. But of course the same is true if someone
wanted to search for "XNIBTRIE" . . . eventually they would find this post.
Ginger: John, I have never been reposted on a site for any reason except this.
I did say non-denominational . . . and that means just that!
John: Ginger, don't say you have never been reposted . . . say rather you have
never DISCOVERED that you have been reposted. If you have ever written
a letter to the editor on a controversial subject, you have been reposted
somewhere. The same goes for Facebook posts, Myspace, Xanga . . . and
ANY post you make to the Internet. It leaves a trail that can be reproduced.
One of my favorite sayings from my newspaper years: "If you don't want
it published, don't say it!"
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9. Facebook updates
What’s the biggest problem Facebookers are confronting? Parents
signing up!
Here’s how one writer’s Facebook status updates now read--ever since
he was friended by his mom:
Scott is making good, well-informed decisions.
Scott is going to bed at a very reasonable hour.
Scott is drinking only on occasion, and even then it’s just one or two.
Scott quit smoking several months ago without any apparent difficulty.
Scott is making large, regular contributions to his savings account.
Scott is making yet another home-cooked meal, avoiding fast food as usual.
Scott is not gaining weight, and his clothes fit just fine.
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10. A quote I like
I am addicted to gadgets. Trouble is, I keep forgetting where I put them.
A friend once said, "Our lives are spent in moments--how many of them
do you want to waste looking for your cellphone or BlackBerry?" Finding
a place for everything frees up time to pursue what you really want.--Donna
Brazile, columnist in O, THE OPRAH MAGAZINE
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11. Thought for the day
Set a schedule that forces you to declare part of your weekends or evening
work-free. Stick to your schedule of predictable time off, and soon you'll find
that you are more productive while you are at work. You still need to get the
same amount of work done, so you'll force yourself to use your time at work
more efficiently. In the process, you're likely to improve your over-all work
performance as well.
SOURCE:
IT'S ABOUT TIME (see also Sections 2 and 4C) by Harold C. Lloyd
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12. Advance planning department
A. Western North Carolina events:
* Right now, Biltmore Park is gearing up to kick off its second annual
Concerts in the Park music series. With some of the biggest names
in the Asheville music scene scheduled to perform, Town Square will
have event-goers up on their feet and dancing into summer in no time.
Beginning in May and running through September, the concerts will take
place on the first Saturday of every month from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
in Cecil Park (outside of Brixx Pizza and Hickory Tavern Grill and Raw Bar).
The Vinyl Brothers Big Band, an eleven piece ensemble, will perform
on June 5 with tunes from the late 60s and early 70s. An area longtime
favorite, Skinny Legs and All, recently made famous by the lead singer's
appearance on American Idol, will bring their melodies to Town Square
in July, followed by Asheville's own British Pop band The Cheeksters.
Finally, Firecracker Jazz Band will finish out the series and lead us
into fall with their colorful sounds.
* UNC Asheville Concerts on the Quad on North Lexington Ave. @ I-240.
Monday nights starting June 14th: July 12th from 7-9 p.m.
Rain decision and announcement is made at 5:00 p.m. on the night of each
event. The rain hotline is 828.251.6991 or 828.232.5000. Rain location:
Lipinsky Auditorium.
Bring dinner and/or wine and chairs to UNCA on Mondays. Some good
shows here:
6/14 Cool John Ferguson
http://www.cooljohnferguson.com/cooljohnrecordings.html
6/21 E.L.M.
http://www.elmcollective.org/
6/28 Pan Jive
http://www.panjive.org/
7/5 April Verch
http://www.mikegreenassociates.com/index.php?page=bio&display=138
7/12 One Leg Up
http://www.onelegupjazz.com/
B. Pennsylvania/New Jersey event:
* Lisa in Pennsylvania:
I know we've talked before about the place where I've volunteered for eight
years: Aark Wildlife Rehab. We used to be in Newtown, but moved to Chalfont,
PA a couple years ago. While the Aark accepts all forms of wildlife (no
domestic animals) in need, we are only open to visits from the public at our
annual Open House. It gives people an opportunity to see these animals
up close and learn more about them. Please check out site at:
http://www.aark.org
This year's Open House is Sat & Sun, May 22 and 23 from 11a.m.-3 p.m.
$5 per person, $10 family, free to members. I'll be working Sunday. Would
love to see some of your readers if they can make it.
C. National event:
* Donna in Pennsylvania:
Just reminding you that the "Make Your Home Look More Spacious" Teleseminar is
this Thursday, May 20 at 7:30 p.m.
Date: Thursday, May 20, 2010
Time: 7:30 PM EST
(6:30 Central/ 5:30 Mountain/ 4:30 Pacific)
Dial-in number: 218-486-1400
Passcode: 12613#
Here's the link to download the worksheets to use for the class:
http://interiorsbydonnahoffman.com/Audio_Seminars/TLP-HowtoMakeAnyRoomorHomeBigger.pdf
Please plan to call in about 5 minutes early. We're starting promptly @ 7:30. There will be a live
Q&A session, but feel free to e-mail me any question you hope to see covered in the live seminar,
and I'll do my very best! E-mail me @ interiorsbydonnahoffman@gmail.com.
Can't wait to "see" you (and hear) you on the call!
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PS. Methinks that we all need to pray for the folks affected by the earthquake
in Haiti, as well as for our remaining soldiers in both Iraq and Afghanistan . . . while
we're at it, include those in Israel and her neighbors who are seeking peace . . . and
perhaps most importantly: Make it a great week, too!
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