by J.I. Packer.
There is a difference between knowing about God and knowing God. Packer’s book tells us who this God really in all of His attributes including not just His love and mercy but His wrath and judgement. A false view of God leads to a false worship and false discipleship. Today’s followers of Jesus need more need to know the God of Scripture and it is this God to which Knowing God points us.
12 Rules for Life
by Jordan Peterson
Peterson has become a global phenomena because of willingness to speak truth to a culture hungering for truth but feeding on the lies of the modern culture. He begins his presentations by saying, “The world is suffering and malevolence but you are still responsible”. He makes a compelling case that meaning and purpose follow and depend upon assuming responsibility for yourself and the world around you. The responsible person is no longer a victim.
The Knowledge of the Holy
by A.W. Tozer.
Before God is love He is holy. “Holy, holy, holy” says both Isaiah and the Apostle John. His love is first a holy love. The Scriptures tell us that "without holiness no one will see the Lord” (Heb 12:14 NIV). Tozer’s book is a wonderful primer for those seeking to know the true God and His holiness.
A Hobbit, A Wardrobe and A Great War
by Dr. Joseph Loconte, Ph.D.
This book chronicles how the combat experiences of WW I shaped the theology and writing of both C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien. “War is hell” is not quite accurate: “War reveals hell”. Lewis and Tolkien both made a conscious decision to tell the truth of what had been revealed to them in the War through story rather than historical narrative. We would not have The Lord of the Rings or The Chronicles of Narnia is it were not for the trenches of WW I.
The Second Mountain
by David Brooks.
Brooks shares with us his journey from the first mountain to second; from a life lived mainly for self to a life lived mainly for others. It is also his journey from Judaism to following Jesus. The candor and vulnerability of his failures and struggles will be an encouragement to others whose are struggling on their journey towards faith.
One Thousand Gifts
by Ann Voskamp
The word eucharist means “giving thanks” and in this book Ann tells the story of her discovery of what it means to give thanks even for what she calls "the hard eucharistos”. A friend once told me that “Ingratitude is the mother of all sin”. If he is right then gratitude is the first step to be taken on the journey of becoming a disciple of the One who gave thanks even though He knew the suffering that was coming.
The Chronicles of Narnia
by C.S. Lewis
The combat experiences of WW I shaped Lewis’s worldview and ultimately his theology and writing. The Chronicles reflect how he came to understand the world in which we live, a world caught in the midst of this cosmic conflict between good and evil. He chose to share the truth of his understanding through story rather than historical narrative. Written for children The Chronicles are a must read for anyone wanting to understand the reality of this cosmic conflict between good and evil and the Narnia that is to come.
by Chris Lowney
Set in a business rather than religious context this book speaks to the leadership principles of a 450+ year old “company” known as the Jesuits. Those principals include self-awareness, ingenuity, love, and heroism. Four principals that were lived and exercised before technology, the Internet and social media. These are time tested principles that leaders today would be well advised to understand and embrace.
Shop Class as Soulcraft
by Matthew B. Crawford
Matt has his Ph.D. from the Univesity of Chicago but makes his living rebuilding and repairing motorcycles out of his shop in Richmond, VA. The challenge of getting his Ph.D. was never able to supplant the fulfillment and joy of working with his hands to fix something that was broken or would not work. This book wonderfully gives meaning and value to that part of the work force normally thought of as “blue collar”.
Conformed to His Image
by Kenneth Boa
One of the most compressive books available on spiritual formation. Spiritual formation or, better said, discipleship is serious business and the casual follower of Jesus will find this book to be tough sledding. This book is a life changer but only for those are willing to get serious about following Jesus and willing to pay the price demanded to become like Him.


The Tumbler Ridge Visitor and Relocation Guide is a truly exceptional publication that provides an invaluable resource for tourists and potential residents alike. Comprised of 66 pages of full-colour content, both in print and digital formats, it represents a comprehensive guide to the many wonders of the area.
One of the standout features of the guide is the inclusion of a pull-out, full-size Recreation Map, which serves as a practical and highly informative resource for visitors. This pull-out insert provides detailed descriptions of trails, ranging from easy to challenging, highlighting recreation sites and provincial parks (18), snowmobile/ATV/ORV trails (27), hiking trails (48) and mountain biking trails (14). Each trail is marked with a number, which is cross-referenced throughout the guide, allowing visitors to access more detailed information about each attraction.
The attention to detail in the Visitor and Relocation Guide is truly impressive, reflecting the dedication of the team behind it to providing visitors with an unrivalled experience. The guide's comprehensive coverage of the area's many recreational opportunities is second to none, making it an invaluable resource for anyone interested in exploring all that the region has to offer.
In short, the Tumbler Ridge Visitor and Relocation Guide is a remarkable achievement that represents a true standard of excellence in the field of tourism promotion. Its thoughtful design, comprehensive coverage, and attention to detail make it a deserving candidate for recognition and praise, and a valuable resource for anyone seeking to explore the wonders of the area.
The Economic Development and Tourism team attends several tradeshows throughout the year. The visitor guide helps to promote local economic development by showcasing the unique culture and lifestyle offerings of a destination. This can attract new businesses and investors to the area and create new opportunities for residents. While Invest Tumbler Ridge was at the Outdoor Adventure & Travel Show in Calgary in 2022 we received a comment on our socials from Patricia Hudson-Grouette "Stopped by your booth @ UBCM Vancouver 2019 - impressed - bought house in Tumbler Ridge March 2022 - excellent regional promotion".
The Visitor and Relocation Guide is a key piece of any of our tradeshows and we print 10 000 annually. The Visitor and Relocation Guide provide a unique opportunity for local businesses to showcase their offerings to a broad audience of visitors and potential residents. The 2022/2023 edition features advertisements from 16 businesses, each of which benefits from the guide's broad reach and comprehensive coverage of the area's many attractions.
To ensure that all businesses have the opportunity to participate, advertising costs are kept moderate, allowing even small and medium-sized enterprises to take advantage of this valuable resource. The revenue generated from advertising offsets the cost of the publication by 25%, making it an affordable and sustainable way to promote local tourism and economic growth.
The Visitor and Relocation Guide is a true collaboration between the local business community and the District of Tumbler Ridge, which funds the balance of the publication's cost. Together, these stakeholders have created a powerful tool for promoting the area's many wonders and ensuring that visitors have the information they need to make the most of their stay. Its collaborative approach, affordable pricing, and comprehensive coverage make it a valuable resource for anyone seeking to explore the area and a testament to the district's commitment to promoting economic growth and development.
Feedback from local businesses includes:
"I feel an award for this publication is well deserved. We use it daily to direct our guests, and they never fail to take the book with them. The map is the most used part of the guide."
- Tony Fayant - Manager, Trend Mountain Hotel and Conference Centre
"I can say without reservation that the Tumbler Ridge Visitor and Relocation Guide is an invaluable tool for providing visitors with the information they need to make the most of their stay in our community. Its comprehensive coverage of the area's many attractions, recreational opportunities, and practical information makes it a go-to resource for anyone seeking to explore the area. What sets the guide apart, however, is its user-friendly design and engaging content. Visitors often comment on the guide's clear, easy-to-read format, as well as its stunning visuals and compelling descriptions of the area's many wonders. This not only makes our job as information providers easier but also enhances the overall visitor experience, instilling a sense of excitement and anticipation among those exploring the area for the first time."
- Jenna McQueen - Operations Manager, Tumbler Ridge UNESCO Global Geopark
The Tumbler Ridge Visitor and Relocation Guide is a project that is replicable and transferable to other communities. The guide's success is due to its comprehensive coverage of the area's attractions, its user-friendly design, and the involvement of local businesses in advertising. These elements can be replicated in other communities with similar offerings, providing visitors with valuable information to help them make the most of their stay.
The guide design can be adapted for use in other communities by tailoring the content to highlight the unique attractions and features of each area. For example, if a community has a strong focus on arts and culture, the guide could include more information on local galleries, museums, and events. Similarly, if a community is known for its outdoor activities, the guide could place more emphasis on hiking trails, camping sites, and other recreational opportunities.
One of the key lessons learned from the Tumbler Ridge Visitor and Relocation Guide is the importance of involving local businesses in the project. By advertising in the guide, businesses are able to showcase their services and products to visitors, while also contributing to the cost of the publication. This collaboration between local businesses and the community helps to promote economic growth and development while providing valuable information to visitors.
Another lesson learned is the importance of creating a user-friendly guide that is easy to read and navigate. The guide's clear layout, comprehensive content, and stunning visuals help to engage visitors and enhance their overall experience. By prioritizing the needs of visitors, the Tumbler Ridge Visitor and Relocation Guide has become an invaluable tool for promoting tourism and showcasing the many wonders of the community.


Inventing Ourselves: The Secret Life of the Teenage Brain, by Sarah-Jayne Blakemo
What’s this book about?
Sarah-Jayne Blakemore explores the complexities of adolescence in her book, Inventing Ourselves: The Secret Life of the Teenage Brain. Instead of blaming teenagers for their behavior, she aims to help readers understand and explain the teenage experience without unfairly criticising them.
Why read this book?
Blakemore is a cognitive neuroscience professor at University College London with a notable career. She’s an award-winning scientist and was acknowledged in the Sunday Times 100 Makers of the 21st Century in 2014. She uses her expertise in researching adolescents to explain complex, useful ideas to the general public.
Who is this book for?
This book dives deep into the world of neuroscience, using brain imaging, psychological models and extensive research to explore the adolescent brain. While it might be a bit challenging for someone without a background in these topics, this book is a goldmine for teachers looking to delve into the latest research on how teenagers’ brains work.
This book mainly relies on evidence from neuroscience to uncover the mysteries of teenagers’ brains. It delves into topics like brain plasticity and the structural changes that occur in the brain over a person’s lifetime. The level of detail here is quite unique, going beyond what you’d typically find in general psychology texts. The descriptions of research on specific brain functions and development are not only informative but also a pleasure to read, offering a comprehensive understanding of the fascinating world of adolescent brain science.
Inventing Ourselves: The Secret Life of the Teenage Brain may be 240 pages long, but Sarah-Jayne Blakemore makes it easy to navigate by dividing it into 12 themed chapters that extensively cover the teenage brain:
- Adolescence isn’t an aberration
- A sense of self
- Fitting in
- Inside the skull
- Inside the living brain
- The ever-plastic brain
- Social mind, social brain
- Understanding other people
- The right sort of risks
- When things go wrong
- Educating the brain
- It’s the journey that matters
Blakemore covers many interesting topics in her book, like how we understand social interactions, autism, recognising faces and how our brains develop these abilities. She uses brain scans to see how people learn to understand each other, including reading facial expressions. The book also talks about how sleep (or lack of it) affects teens’ brains and suggests changes we could make in schools based on what we know about how the brain works. Blakemore explores why teens take risks by looking at how different parts of their brains develop. She also discusses how teens interpret marketing messages differently and how experiences in their lives can impact their brains, possibly causing challenges later on. This book goes the extra mile by incorporating helpful graphs that visually represent the key findings discussed. These graphs make it easy to picture and grasp the important points from the research. So, even if you’re not an expert in the field, the visual aids in the book provide a user-friendly way to understand and appreciate the insights about the teenage brain.
Inventing Ourselves: The Secret Life of the Teenage Brain by Sarah-Jayne Blakemore is an invaluable resource for educators who are eager to understand the inner workings of the adolescent brain. This book, steeped in neuroscience and psychology, provides insights that offers teachers a scientific basis to understand their students better, potentially enhancing the effectiveness of their teaching strategies and classroom interactions.
For example, an understanding of the structural changes and plasticity of the teenage brain could allow teachers to tailor their teaching methods to the unique cognitive abilities and needs of adolescents. The book’s exploration of social interactions, autism, face recognition abilities, and the impact of sleep deprivation on teenagers’ brains could also enable teachers to better comprehend the behavioural aspects of their students. This could lead to more effective classroom management and student engagement strategies. The book’s in-depth exploration of the adolescent brain, coupled with its clear and comprehensive presentation, makes it a remarkable tool for educators committed to adapting their teaching methods to the evolving needs of their students. Its user-friendly presentation of complex scientific findings, through graphs and thematic chapters, makes it accessible to educators. Teachers can easily navigate through the book and visually grasp its key findings, thereby making the application of this knowledge to their teaching methods more feasible.
Value for money
This book is great value for money at only £7.99 for over 200 pages jam-packed full of in-depth, cutting-edge research to aid teachers in better understanding the adolescent brain and the momentous changes it undergoes in such a remarkably short time.
Why we love this book
- Expert author – Authored by Sarah-Jayne Blakemore, a renowned cognitive neuroscience professor, the book provides credible and expert insights into the teenage brain.
- Comprehensive coverage – The book extensively covers various aspects of adolescent brain development, from social interactions and risk-taking to the influence of marketing and sleep.
- Evidence-informed – It is rooted in scientific evidence, offering an in-depth look into the structural changes and plasticity of the teenage brain through neuroscience research.
- User-friendly – Despite its scientific depth, the book is accessible to a general audience, thanks to its clear writing, thematic chapters and helpful graphs that visually represent key findings.
- Educational resource – The book serves as a valuable resource for educators, providing them with a scientific understanding of their students’ cognitive abilities and needs
Inventing Ourselves: The Secret Life of the Teenage Brain by Sarah-Jayne Blakemore is a captivating exploration of the teenage brain. It refrains from unfairly criticising teenagers and instead provides scientific explanations for their behaviour. Blakemore simplifies complex concepts to make them accessible to a general audience. This book offers a detailed look into the structural changes and plasticity of the teenage brain. With 12 themed chapters, it covers a wide array of topics related to the teenage brain, from social interactions to risk-taking. The visuals, including detailed graphs and illustrations, enhance understanding of key findings. In conclusion, Inventing Ourselves is an insightful, evidence-based exploration of the complexities of adolescence and the science behind it.


Students from five Newport-Mesa Unified School District (NMUSD) schools — Eastbluff, Andersen, Newport, Newport Coast, and Sonora Elementary Schools — plus Our Lady Queen of Angels Catholic School came together for the eighth annual Battle of the Books competition on March 21 at Oasis Senior Center.
Behind the scenes, the actual Battle of the Books competition preparation began in September, when students were introduced to this year’s book list, a mix of popular and classic literature. They were required to attend regular club meetings to turn in worksheets in which they wrote questions that could be asked about the books and discuss what they learned. Sixth-graders who competed in their fourth- and/or fifth-grade year were invited to participate as peer coaches, checking other students’ work, compiling questions from the reading logs, and serving as time-keepers for practice sessions.
A high point came in late January when author Gordon Korman appeared via Zoom to discuss “Masterminds” with the Battle of the Books participants from the six schools. “It was amazing for the kids! They were just thrilled to meet the author and ask questions about how he writes his books or whether he liked to read when he was their age. He wrote his first book when he was 12!” Eastbluff Teacher Kathi Krolopp said.
“My favorite Battle of the Books book was ‘Masterminds’ because it was full of adventure and mystery. It was full of surprises. And I liked how I could see what each character thought,” said Jesse Tabakin, a fifth-grade student at Newport Coast.
Andersen Fifth-Grade Student Enan Diep enjoyed “The Candy Shop War” by Brandon Mull. “All of the characters played an important part. The plot was interesting, and everything fit well together. I already asked the public library to get the sequel for me!” he said.
The Battle of the Books competition within NMUSD was started by Eastbluff Librarian Barbara Yaffa in 2015 based on America’s Battle of the Books, a national reading incentive program in which students read a set list of books curated by educators and librarians. The program is designed for up to six schools to compete using a series of supplied questions that test students on their knowledge and comprehension of the books in their grade level.
NMUSD’s program is run as an extracurricular book club, with a staff advisor, such as Eastbluff’s Krolopp, and parent volunteers like Lindsey Coombe. Students join the club with the knowledge they may not be selected for the competition; in fact, some students join just to read the books, not compete.
“The kids who join the club have a love of books and learning. Reading and truly absorbing 20 books is a big ask for fourth- and fifth-graders, but each one has brought value and humor into their lives. Whether or not they compete, the students get so much out of the experience,” Coombe said.
The culmination of months of work began as students settled into their seats for the championship round of the 2024 Battle of the Books competition. The excitement inside the Newport Beach senior center was infectious as the last two teams took the stage.
The action started with two six-person teams from each school completing two rounds of 16 questions based on a list of 20 books the students had read and studied. After a tie-breaker round, six teams participated in the third round. After another tie-breaker round, teams from Newport Coast and Our Lady Queen of Angels began the championship round. Quizmaster Coombe carefully read the first question. Students from Newport Coast huddled across their table, frantically whispering amongst themselves.
With just five seconds left, Team Captain Ava Parsa began reciting her team’s answer. “Incorrect,” Coombe said, then quickly moved on to the question for the other team. The Newport Coast team sat back in their seats, slightly defeated.
In the end, Our Lady Queen of Angels was declared the victor, as Oasis’ auditorium erupted in shouts of joy and generous applause. The winners were presented with the book-shaped trophy painted by Eastbluff parent Shina Hopkins.
It was an intense morning to cap off the months of hard work by students, teachers, and parents. “It’s an amazing amount of time and effort that these kids put in. They meet before or after school or even skip recess to practice for this moment. Their love of books and learning is awe-inspiring,” said District Librarian Julie Vasi.
“I am so proud of you all. You did well today!” Sonora Teacher Hilary Fenn told her students as they exited the senior center and headed for the ice cream truck across the street waiting for participants.
The competition may be over this year, but planning for next year’s Battle of the Books will soon start. “We’ll be back,” Krolopp said with a nod. “I’m looking forward to next year’s books already.”


Editor’s Note: After reading Helpful Products, Dangerous Toxins by Fatima Ramirez, reader Adriana Garcia wrote in to commend Fatima for her article. She suggested Fatima watch Bag It, a documentary about the impact of plastics on the environment, marine animals and human health. The following is Fatima’s review of Bag It.
FATIMA RAMIREZ/Coachella Unincorporated
With a perfect blend of humor and eye-opening truth, Jeb Berrier sets out to discover the path a plastic bag takes once it’s disposed. The documentary Bag It goes on to explore the awe-stricken moment Berrier experiences while purchasing a peach yogurt and carrying it home in a single plastic bag which he eventually throws away.
Such revelation proves to have an impact on Berrier, a self-proclaimed “average guy [who is] not what you consider a tree hugger.” He begins to realize that not only plastic bags, but also plastic itself, is the most produced material and is essentially everywhere.
Berrier’s normal-guy appeal serves to flawlessly entertain the audience while explaining hard-hitting facts and the repercussions of a plastic world. The film goes onto exploring the many aspects of plastic, from its manufacturing and distribution to its disposal and the many misconceptions that unknowingly come with it.
The film becomes more in-depth and personal when Berrier discovers his wife is pregnant. Upon such news, he begins to passionately change his ways and examine different options to everyday activities such as shopping, drinking coffee, and eating. This experience helps the audience realize how vulnerable children are to chemicals like BPA and phthalates, which are in almost every single form of plastic.
In addition to dealing with the effects plastics have on human bodies, Bag It also touches on the subject of its increasing impact on marine life. When you consider the fact that all plastic caught in drains ends up in the ocean and the statistics on diminishing species, it is easy to see how plastic has managed to pose a threat to ocean animals as well.
With interviews of experts, scientists, and environmentalists – along with side commentary from Jeb Berrier himself – this documentary enlightens the consumer about the many ways plastic is in their daily lives. Not only does it explain its effects, but it also encourages alternate options.
Easily relatable to everyone, Bag It is the perfect film for anyone wanting to become more informed about the prominent role plastic plays in their lives and how they can make changes that will benefit all of us.
Come watch Bag It with Coachella Unincorporated on Monday, June 17, 3 p.m. at Raices Cultura, 1494 Sixth Street.


This is the second entry from the “Book of Anointings,” a record of second anointings administered in the unfinished Nauvoo Temple.
Sunday, January 11, 1846
31 minutes to 7 p.m.
Assembled in President Brigham Young’s room, no. 1, in the attic story of the Lord’s house: President Brigham Young, Heber C. Kimball, Orson Hyde, Parley P. Pratt, Orson Pratt, Willard Richards, John Taylor, Amasa Lyman, Newel K. Whitney, George Miller, Edmund Ellsworth, Mary Young, Vilate Kimball, Leonora Taylor, Elizabeth Ann Whitney, and Elizabeth Ellsworth.
Brother John Taylor started the hymn, “This Earth Was Once a Garden Place,” all being clothed in priestly garments.
President Brigham Young prayed, all having knelt around the altar. Previous to prayer they all arose, sang a hymn, and offered up the signs of the holy priesthood.
Then Brother Heber C. Kimball proceeded to anoint and consecrate President Brigham Young a king and a priest unto the most high God, over the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and over the whole house of Israel:
Brother Brigham Young, I pour this holy consecrated oil upon your head and anoint thee a king and a priest of the most high God, over the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and unto all Israel.
And I anoint thine head, that thy brain may be healthy and active and quick to think and to understand and to direct thy whole body; and I anoint thine eyes, that they may see and perceive, and that thou mayest not be deceived in what thou beholdest, and that thy sight may never fail thee; and I anoint thine ears, that they may be quick to hear and communicate to thine understanding, and that thou mayest hear the secret deliberations of thine enemies, and thereby thou shalt be enabled to overreach their designs; and I anoint thy nose, that thou mayest scent and relish the fragrance of the good things of the earth; and I anoint thy mouth, that thou mayest be enabled to speak the great things of God and confound all the wisdom of man, and put to nought all who shall rise up to oppose thee in all countries where thou goest, for thou shalt build up the kingdom of God among many people and in the midst of mighty nations.
So thy glory shall be established. And whomsoever thou shalt bind on earth shall be bound in heaven, and whomsoever thou shalt loose on earth shall be loosed in heaven; for there shall be given unto thee crowns, and kingdoms, and dominions. And thou shalt receive all thine heart shall desire, and thy soul shall be satisfied with a multitude of blessings which thou shalt receive; for princes shall bow at thy feet and deliver unto thee their treasures, and thou shalt teach them the principles of salvation.
And I seal thee up unto eternal life, that thou shalt come forth in the morn of the first resurrection and receive all these blessings in their fulness, and thou shalt attain unto the eternal Godhead and receive a fulness of joy, and glory, and power; and that thou mayest do all things whatsoever is wisdom that thou shouldst do, even if it be to create worlds and redeem them. So shall thy joy be full, to the praise and glory of God. Amen.
Elder Heber C. Kimball then anointed Mary Ann Young a queen and priestess unto her husband (Brigham Young), in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and in the house of Israel:
Sister Mary Ann Young, I pour upon thine head this holy consecrated oil and seal upon thee all the blessings of the everlasting priesthood in conjunction with thine husband; and I anoint thee to be a queen and priestess unto thine husband, over the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
And thou shalt be heir to all the blessings which are sealed upon him, inasmuch as thou dost obey his counsel; and thou shalt receive glory, honor, power, and exaltation in his exaltation. And thou shalt be a strength in thy mind, for thou shalt have visions and manifestations of the Holy Spirit. And the time shall come that angels shall visit thee, and minister unto thee, and teach thee, and in absence of thy husband shall comfort thee and make known his situation.
Thou shalt be a wise counsellor to many of thy sex, and they shall look unto thee for precept and for example. Thou shalt be noted and honored for thy generosity and the freedom and good feelings with which thou shalt relieve the wants of the distressed, and the discretion with which thou shalt act in thy sphere in all things.
And I seal thee up unto eternal life, that thou shalt come forth in the morning of the first resurrection and inherit with him all the honors, glories, and power of eternal lives, and that thou shalt attain unto the eternal Godhead. So thy exaltation shall be perfect and thy glory be full, in a fulness of power and exaltation. And the glory, honor, and power shall be ascribed unto the Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen.
[For readability’s sake, reformatting of the entry into smaller paragraphs and have standardized spelling and punctuation. An original, unedited transcript of this entry can be found in David John Buerger’s The Mysteries of Godliness, pp. 88-90.]


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Publishing research is important because it provides an opportunity to share knowledge, skills, and experience, and has the potential to improve outcomes through changes in the healthcare field. Writing for publication is essential to disseminate evidence, share initiatives and innovations with others, provide new information to keep practitioners, patients, and caregivers up-to-date, communicate the findings of research studies and develop the science base of the healthcare profession.
The Conditions Afflicting the Body, Mind, and Soul of America
The Conditions Afflicting the Mind, Body, and Soul of America examines ten of the most prevalent health conditions troubling the U.S. and the statistics surrounding their effect on the population, healthcare system, and the economy. The book offers in-depth information on each disorder's detail and structural elements and walks readers through each step of patient care, from causes and symptoms to new treatments and prevention methods.
It concludes by delving into a hopeful future for health services, with emerging health technologies such as virtual healthcare, nanomedicine, AI, robotics, genome sequencing, and other innovations.
Dr. Priede's publication is a detailed yet straightforward guide for practitioners, patients, and caregivers to live a well-informed, healthy life. It is intended for the general public and the health industry to increase dialogue and awareness and promote solutions for the health challenges the U.S. will face in the future.
DAVID L. PRIEDE
While disease may never be eliminated, health conditions will be identified earlier through science and technology to intervene proactively, understand its progression to help humanity effectively and actively sustain well-being. The future of health will be motivated by wellness and managed by companies that accept new roles to drive value in a newly transformed health ecosystem. The challenge is to face fears about the future with courage and an open mind and prepare for the changing world with knowledge and hope.
In a day and age of meeting new health challenges as time progresses, it's more important than ever to prioritize well-being and embark on lifelong learning to preserve one's welfare. Dr. Priede and colleagues have made it easy to approach such defining changes through this book. The text serves as a guide where each chapter has the clarity and nuances of a wellness preamble fit for all readers. Priede unlocks the door to opportunity with this new publication. He opts for producing a change in rising death tolls by providing people what they need to make the right decisions, set personal goals, and begin a journey to mental and physical prosperity.
This book will inform and enlighten the daily reader and medical professional about some of the most important health concerns affecting America. When I was appointed as Medical Editor, one of the main aspects of the book I focused on was the accuracy and credibility of the information presented. I used my own personal background knowledge as a medical professional along with other publications and peer-reviewed health journals. The Future of health is headed in the direction of Preventive Medicine by stopping disease before it occurs and preventing the disease from recurring again.
Through sorting through the existing information and research, the information was integrated into a predetermined structure, such that the information would be easily comprehensible to readers. The book helps to increase conversation regarding different health conditions, such that there’s greater awareness about the signs and risk factors as well as resources for treatment and support. The prevalence, as well as negative health consequences and rates of mortality associated with these health conditions are of great concern. The future of health will also involve a destigmatization of mental health, such that individuals feel empowered to pursue the help and support they so much desire.
This book can save lives by encouraging readers to make lifestyle changes and develop better health habits. The number of deaths caused by these diseases is alarming and puts into perspective the magnitude of the health problems faced by the U.S. Ease of access to information and increased awareness of preventative measures can play a vital role in reducing the high death rates. This has driven me to incorporate more physical and social activity, no matter how small, into my daily routine so that I can maintain both my physical and mental health. With ongoing advances in science and technology, I am optimistic about the future of treatment options for better health.
Reaching out to medical professionals with first-hand experience treating and researching the conditions was the final component of research. The future of health is one that is hard to predict, especially during the pandemic's tumultuous healthcare environment. However, as more information becomes available to society, I view the future of health as one that will progressively become more holistic. Rather than focusing on one aspect of personal wellness, medical professionals now have the ability to combine different components of healthcare to create comprehensive treatment plans that can aid physical, mental, emotional, and social health.
'The book covers the most frequent causes of sickness in America, not uncommon in the rest of the most advanced societies in the world, recognizing that the loss of body – mind – spirit axis is the root cause for the manifestation and progression of all human misfortunes and maladies. It’s an open window to start a smart conversation about options for new health challenges. David is opening the Pandora box for further discussion and contributions. I vote for this book as a relentless effort to bring this stimulating discussion to a starting point.'
Marcos Levy, MD
'The world is changing fast and probably the next ten years are going to be more transformative than ever before. The future is uncertain, but approaching it with rationality and strategically, as David Priede and his team do, is clearly the way. The book shows expertise in applying multiple lenses to health´s challenges, presenting innovative solutions that may change our lives. Everyone interested in the future of health will benefit from Priede´s vision and the way forward.'
Dr. Tiziana Priede Bergamini, PhD
'The Conditions Afflicting the Mind, Body, and Soul of America is an eye-opening look at the challenges of the American people and its root causes. In thorough detail, the book outlines the major mental, behavioral and health-related issues with studies and scientific data explaining the impact of the challenges now and in the future. The book digs deep into why these issues exist and what can be done. I highly recommend this book for bringing awareness to the future of the American people and how to solve it.'
Robert Nolan, BSCJ
'A comprehensive yet simple summary of main health conditions with its treatments. Great visuals with trends, current statistics, and resources.'
Cristina Grand, PsyD
'The prevalence, as well as negative health consequences and rates of mortality associated with these health conditions, are of great concern. Increased awareness about the complexities of the U.S health conundrum can garner increased motivation towards maximizing treatment and support options for those suffering and their loved ones, amongst the medical and scientific community, healthcare industry, and the public discourse at large.'
Danny Sullivan, MBA
'This book encourages readers to change lifestyles and develop better health habits. The number of deaths caused by these diseases is alarming and shows the magnitude of the health problems facing the U.S. The severity of health conditions affecting so many Americans will get worse. With high medical costs and inadequate access to health care, I am concerned about our health. The Future of Health chapter provides hope as many new technologies and advancements will bring worldwide balance and provide much help to many. It has motivated me to incorporate more physical activity, better sleep, nutrition, and mental hygiene into my daily routine so that I can maintain and improve my health as well as my patients.'
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The Future of Health: Emerging Technologies
In the rapidly growing digital age, new technologies are entering the medical field and transforming the patient experience. Advancements in virtual healthcare, artificial intelligence, nanomedicine, VR and AR, robot-assisted surgery, 3D printing, wearable healthcare trackers, medical tricorders, genome sequencing, and new drug development are fundamentally changing healthcare delivery by better connecting people with services, automating routine tasks, and using data to make better decisions about patient care.
New medical technologies reduce the risk of human error, provide quicker diagnoses, and offer more and better treatment options for more patients. But there are still challenges to overcome, and we still have a lot to learn.
Health will be defined as more than just the absence of disease. Healthcare is shifting from treating diseases to promoting health and well-being. New health technologies will make healthcare more precise, efficient, and affordable, and will reach more people.
'The Future of Health: Emerging Technologies is a book that presents a comprehensive overview of the latest and most promising emerging technologies in healthcare. Dr. Priede, an expert in the field of health innovation and technology, explores how these technologies have the potential to revolutionize the way we prevent, diagnose, treat, and cure diseases. I am excited to see how these and other emerging technologies will transform healthcare in the coming years.'
Memorial Hermann Health System
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Vanderbilt University Medical Center


About the Project
For over twenty years, the 13 acclaimed artists represented in this exhibition have ingeniously expressed their experiences of life in Cuba. They have survived cultural politics, difficult living conditions, and resource shortages that limited their access to the most basic materials, like paper. Their creative responses range from romantic reverie and nostalgia to humor and irony.
The exhibition gathers over 120 books, maquettes for unpublished projects, related prints, and printed objects. The books were designed for Ediciones Vigía, a collaborative artists’ press founded in 1985 in Matanzas. The only press of its kind in Cuba or perhaps anywhere, it began with a mimeograph machine and a borrowed typewriter. Its limited editions of works by leading Cuban authors as well as García Lorca and Rimbaud are designed and illustrated primarily by Rolando Estévez. Many are collaged with cloth, leaves, or wood scraps, making them unique; some are made as scrolls for hanging.
The opening of “Cuban Artists Books and Prints:1985-2009” will coincide with the fiftieth anniversary of the Cuban Revolution, but the intense independence of the works reveals the artists’ creative resilience and imaginative power to negotiate the political, social, and cultural difficulties and paradoxical privileges ruling their careers over the past two decades. Cuban cultural production in the 1990s disclosed a gaunt and threadbare state, and its newly adopted capitalist markets and greatly expanded commercial tourism required all citizens to navigate official social and economic policy changes as well as moral dilemmas. These works comment on daily existence, reflect awareness of international art currents, and draw on Cuban history and its traditional and popular cultures. Adaptation means making art despite privations, especially since the dissolution of the Soviet Union ended subsidies to Cuba.
Through Ediciones Vigía, young artists and writers took production into their own hands and, out of the need to make art, turned a very humble project into an elaborate production of sophisticated books. This exhibition is a visual feast. Remarkable formal invention, poignant poetry, and technical mastery of print media, especially with found materials, unite these delicate handmade works, which include books by once-censored or controversial national and international authors as well as children’s books and musical compositions. In one, made of paper with sand, feathers, and eggshells, Nancy Morejón, the well-known Afro-Cuban poet, pays homage to Ana Mendieta, the revered Cuban video and performance artist, who died under mysterious circumstances in New York City in the 1985.
Other rare books include the first version of Senel Paz’s screenplay for the legendary gay comedy Strawberry and Chocolate (1993), directed by Tomás Gutiérrez Alea, which caused a sensation in Cuba and achieved international renown. There are also early works by José Antonio Ponte, an infamous writer barely tolerated by the government, and illustrated works by Ana Akmatova and Pushkin.
Most of the artists represented here graduated from Cuba’s prestigious art academies, including the Higher Institute of Art (ISA) and the San Alejandro Art Academy, while a few went to technical or regional art academies. Their excellent, state-sponsored education and relative freedom to travel and sell works abroad are at odds with their sometimes critical commentary on life at home. Contributing artist Danilo Moreno was trained in Trinidad, Cuba, and graduated from its Oscar Fernández Morera Academy of Arts in 1999. His handmade “My Book” converts printed matter into a dress that is just as easily worn as read. His larger-than-life light-bulb sculpture is composed of soldered coins with the face of José Martí on them. The title, “Soldado”, which means both soldered and soldier, refers to the formal act of uniting metals and pays homage to the emblematic 19th-century hero of Cuban independence as an intellectual as well as a soldier.
Prints by Ibrahim Miranda and Sandra Ramos offer romantic, nostalgic views of the island or ironic interpretations of patriotism. Miranda superimposes fantastic beasts on old maps of Cuba. For her book Jabberwocky, Ramos mixes excerpts from Lewis Carroll’s text and John Tenniel’s images for Through the Looking Glass with her own on pages facing foldout mirrors (where they must be read). Other prints combine photographs of herself as a child with her illustrations of contemporary Cuban life, suggesting its fairytale quality, sardonically sketching the quotidian, and voicing her sense of loss.
Carlos Estévez, Rocío García, and Olympya Ortiz are among those who print words and images on objects to express interior worlds of escape and refuge. On a doll whose clothing is printed with his texts, Estévez reflects on the artist’s journey to the core of the soul. Crafting inscribed, “bullet-proof” garments, García illustrates how perilous love seems, while Olympya prints on umbrellas to poetically shield the artist from the public in an intimate realm of solitude and alienation.
The brothers Yoan and Iván Capote’s sculptured “CD” book from a paperback version of Cuba’s history in Chinese, titled “Rewritable,” is a metaphor for the constant rewriting of Cuban history in the face of ever-changing realities and complexities.
Tonel (Antonio Eligio Fernández) crafts an autobiographical account with acerbic humor and irony. I Spent Most of the Winter in Rhineland Writing These Boleros: A Fully Illustrated Winter Book combines lithographs and bolero lyrics to comment on the compromised material world in Cuba while exposing the loves and adventures of a Cuban artist living abroad in the 1990s.
Inside a book-sized matchbox, René Bravo Quintana’s matchstick character Spark comments sardonically on the 1990s “Special Period,” when the government required rationing and energy-saving practices to stave off economic collapse. Spark’s irreverent humor suggests that the revolution has lost some of its spark due to repeated setbacks and scarcities and weary spirits. René Peña produces text and photographs on a scroll tucked inside a sculptured film canister. His “Pictures and Stories” illustrate young Cubans’ drive for more independence in expressing their alternative worlds.
José Angel Vincench focuses on elections by printing ballots on official newspapers and enclosing them in metal envelopes pierced with barred windows. He also evokes the myriad religions at this crossroads of Catholicism and Afro-Caribbean faiths in his pop-art collages.
Sandra Ceballos of the Aglutinador Gallery narrates an ambiguous and erotic story about a medical operation. She and René Bravo Quintana used pages collaged with pills, nails, bandages, X-ray charts, and other materials to create pages, tucked inside a rusted metal box. As a group, these artists and artisans expand the definitions of the book to express their fluctuating Cuban identities. Most of them have exhibited in Europe or Canada, but their work is little known in the United States, and their prints and books have been never been exhibited together, here—or anywhere.
Program: A symposium at MoMA will feature Cuban artists and Cuban specialists from lending institutions. Following its New York debut, the exhibition will travel to Wake Forest University (Winston-Salem, NC) in fall 2009.
Contact: Linda S. Howe, email@example.com
Lenders include the Museum of Modern Art, the Grolier Club, Wake Forest University; Holly Block, Leslie Garfield, Linda S. Howe, Szilvia Tanenbaum, Ben Rodríguez Cubenas, Carole and Alex Rosenberg, Robert Ruben, and participating artists in show. Sponsors and Collaborating Institutions: The Reed Foundation, Inc., New York, NY; The Cuban Artists Fund, New York, NY; MoMA, New York, NY; The Grolier Club, New York, NY; and Wake Forest University, Winston-Salem, NC.
Guest curator: Linda S. Howe, Professor of Romance Languages, is author of Transgression and Conformity: Cuban Writers and Artists after the Revolution (University of Wisconsin Press, 2004), numerous articles on Cuban culture, and several English and Spanish translations of fiction and poetry. She founded and directed Wake Forest’s summer academic program at the University of Havana, 1997-2005. In 2005, Professor Howe curated an exhibition for the San Francisco Center for the Book, titled Journey to the Source: Handmade Books from Cuba and presented a workshop about Vigía books to students from area universities. In 2007, she presented a show at the Kohler Art Library of the Chazen Museum, University of Wisconsin, Madison.


The Incredible Adventures of Dog Mendonca and PizzaBoy
The Incredible Adventures of Dog Mendonca and Pizza Boy Volume 2: Apocalypse
A middle-aged werewolf, a six-thousand-year-old demon, a nervous gargoyle, and an out-of-work pizza delivery boy take a stand against the four horsemen of the apocalypse! A humor-filled romp through Judgment Day, this edition includes a foreword by director George A. Romero, a special "making of" section, and all Dog Mendonça stories from the Eisner Award–winning DHP anthology!
Includes all Dark Horse Presents stories!
Foreword by legendary filmmaker George A. Romero!


The Cloud Adoption Playbook: Proven Strategies for Transforming Your Organization with the Cloud by Moe Abdula, Ingo Averdunk, Roland Barcia, Kyle Brown The essential roadmaps for enterprise cloud adoption As cloud technologies continue to challenge the fundamental understanding of how businesses work, smart companies are moving quickly to adapt to a changing set of rules. Adopting the cloud requires a clear roadmap backed by use cases, grounded in practical real-world experience, to show the routes to successful adoption. The Cloud Adoption Playbook helps business and technology leaders in enterprise organizations sort through the options and make the best choices for accelerating cloud adoption and digital transformation. Written by a team of IBM technical executives with a wealth of real-world client experience, this book cuts through the hype, answers your questions, and helps you tailor your cloud adoption and digital transformation journey to the needs of your organization. This book will help you: Discover how the cloud can fulfill major business needs Adopt a standardized Cloud Adoption Framework and understand the key dimensions of cloud adoption and digital transformation Learn how cloud adoption impacts culture, architecture, security, and more Understand the roles of governance, methodology, and how the cloud impacts key players in your organization. Providing a collection of winning plays, championship advice, and real-world examples of successful adoption, this playbook is your ultimate resource for making the cloud work. There has never been a better time to adopt the cloud. Cloud solutions are more numerous and accessible than ever before, and evolving technology is making the cloud more reliable, more secure, and more necessary than ever before. Don’t let your organization be left behind! The Cloud Adoption Playbook gives you the essential guidance you need to make the smart choices that reduce your organizational risk and accelerate your cloud adoption and digital transformation.
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By Lawrence Toppman
This may sound like a goofy question. He revolutionized genres with audaciously difficult symphonies, complex piano sonatas, a vast Missa Solemnis, etc. His profound string quartets and mysterious piano trios surpassed anything his old teacher Haydn imagined.
Yet in each case, Beethoven reinvented a familiar form. And in other areas, such as dramatic opera and oratorio, he put his own stamp on materials without altering their structures. His piano concertos, great as they are, differ from Mozart’s mainly in length and demands on the soloist, not to mention the keyboard itself.
As far as I can tell, he came up with only one idea from scratch, one we don’t associate with him: the song cycle. As the first major composer to link songs programmatically, he triggered outpourings from every major Romantic composer, all of whom outstripped him. Schubert and Schumann, Berlioz and Brahms, Dvorak and Mahler used Beethoven’s “An die ferne Geliebte” (“To the distant beloved”) as a jumping-off point for the great song cycles of the next 90 years.
Scholars debate whether the title refers to a woman who’s geographically far away or in heaven. He wrote these six songs – the only such cycle he composed – in 1816 at 45, though the lyrics express a dreamy passion that sits more easily on a younger man. Tenors usually sing it; my preferred recording comes from Fritz Wunderlich, whose death at 35 robbed the world of the greatest lyric tenor of the 1960s. If you want to see the 15-minute cycle being sung, try this performance by masterful baritone Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau and pianist Gerald Moore.
Vocal works were flowing from Beethoven’s pen at that point: He’d written 42 songs and canons the previous year and would write 29 more in 1816 after “Geliebte.” This cycle musicalizes poems by physician Alois Jeitteles, who at 22 was a published poet; Beethoven asked Jeitteles to provide related pieces expressing loneliness in solitude, pleasure in the contemplation of nature, rapture that the brook and clouds and birds see his beloved wherever she is, and hope for eventual reunion.
Unlike his predecessors, who wrote concert arias or piano-accompanied songs to create single moods, Beethoven wanted to take listeners on a brief but varied emotional journey. We often consider him the first great Romantic composer today, and this modestly pioneering cycle is one reason why.


By Juan Epple, James Heinrich and David J. Curland 160 Pages. 2nd Edition. ISBN: 978-0982221747
This Spanish language Study Guide is the companion to the Spanish language version of the 5-DVD video series EL ESPEJO ENTERRADO (written and narrated by the famous Mexican writer and social commentator, Carlos Fuentes).
This Study Guide is the updated replacement for the “Workbook to accompany El Espejo Enterrado” by the same authors originally published by McGraw-Hill.
The series of five programs takes you on a fascinating journey through five hundred years of Spanish and Latin American history. Each one-hour program contains a number of short units (called unidades) lasting from four to eight minutes and dealing with a specific topic. The divisions into units is a creation of the authors and not indicated on film.
Often, study of the rich and varied culture of the Spanish-speaking world becomes separated from the study of the Spanish language. When accompanied by this Study Guide, the video series provides students with the opportunity to expand their knowledge of Spanish while simultaneously learning a great deal about Hispanic culture, beautifully presented on film with accompanying commentary by Carlos Fuentes.
This study guide is intended to facilitate an understanding of Fuentes commentary and the nature of the issues he discusses. Students will find that preparing themselves for each unit by reading carefully the summary (resumen) and studying the vocabulary and phrases as well as thinking about the issues (ideas para pensar) before viewing the video itself will make Fuentes commentary much easier to understand.


Religion and the Common Good
Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks
Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks is a global religious leader, philosopher, author and moral voice for our time. A frequent contributor to radio, television and the press both in Britain and around the world, he has been described by former British Prime Minister Tony Blair as “truly a towering figure in the intellectual life… [who] relates the insights of religion to the modern world and retells the story of faith in a compelling way.”
Born in London in 1948, Rabbi Sacks obtained first class honours in philosophy at Gonville and Caius College, Cambridge, before pursuing postgraduate studies at New College, Oxford and gaining his Ph.D from King’s College London in 1981. He received rabbinic ordination from Jews’ College in London and Yeshiva Etz Chaim in Israel.
Rabbi Sacks was appointed to serve as Chief Rabbi of the United Hebrew Congregations of the Commonwealth in September 1991, stepping down from office after 22 years in September 2013. He was only the sixth incumbent since the role was formalized in 1845.
A visiting professor at several universities in Britain, the United States and Israel, Rabbi Sacks is currently Visiting Professor of Theology at Kings’ College London. He holds 16 honorary degrees, including a Doctor of Divinity conferred to mark his first ten years in office as Chief Rabbi, by the then Archbishop of Canterbury, Lord Carey.
In recognition of his work, Rabbi Sacks has been awarded several international awards, including the Jerusalem Prize in 1995 for his contribution to diaspora Jewish life and The Ladislaus Laszt Ecumenical and Social Concern Award from Ben Gurion University in Israel in 2011. He was knighted by Her Majesty The Queen in 2005 and made a Life Peer, taking his seat in the House of Lords in October 2009.
The author of 24 books, Rabbi Sacks has published commentaries to the daily Jewish prayer Book (siddur) and has completed commentaries to the Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur and Pesach festival prayer books (machzorim) to date. His most recent secular book – The Great Partnership: God, Science and the Search for Meaning – was published in July 2011 and was shortlisted for the National Jewish Book Awards in 2012. A number of his books have won literary awards, including the Grawemeyer Prize for Religion in 2004 for The Dignity of Difference, and a National Jewish Book Award in 2000 for A Letter in the Scroll. Covenant & Conversation: Genesis was also awarded a National Jewish Book Award in 2009. His Covenant & Conversation commentaries to the weekly Torah portion are read by thousands of people in Jewish communities around the world.
Rabbi Sacks has been married to Elaine since 1970. Together, they have three children – Joshua, Dina and Gila – and several grandchildren.


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Poetry on the Beach
27 August, 2022 @ 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm NZST
Come and write your own, original poem on the sand at Orewa Beach.
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Poetry on the Beach is a wrap-up event for National Poetry Day, and will be held on Saturday 27th August 2022 at 12:30pm-1:30pm, at Moana Reserve, Orewa Beach, Auckland, New Zealand, followed by people’s choice prize draw and poem reading at Orewa Library (12 Moana Ave) at 2pm.
Entry details : $5, open to all ages and all levels of poetic experience


The Weeping Wombat (Level 3)
Paperback | 64 pages | 6 x 9 inches | 9781944020545 | August 11, 2020
“The Nocturnals does not disappoint.” —Booklist
“Compelling characters involved in lessons spotlighting life skills.” —School Library Journal
In this Nocturnals Level 3 Early Reader, The Weeping Wombat, the Nocturnal Brigade—Tobin, a sweet pangolin, Bismark, a loud-mouthed sugar glider, and Dawn, a serious fox—hear Walter the wombat whimpering under a willow tree. Walter tells the friends that the other wombats call him a wimp because he weeps. The Nocturnal Brigade tell Walter that weeping is just another way of expressing how we feel and that, like a good laugh, a good weep can feel great.
GREAT BEGINNING READERS FOR DISTANCE LEARNING!
Download the series's complimentary printable activities at NocturnalsWorld.com: Sight Word Games, Makerspace Crafts, Bingo, Common Core Language Arts Educator Guide, Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Activities, and More!
Includes Bonus Nocturnals Fun Facts and Animal Glossary (Ages 5-7)
Life Skill Themes include Empathy and Expressing Feelings and Emotions.
Read All Eight of the Nocturnals Grow & Read Adventures, like The Chestnut Challenge, which introduces Beginning Readers to Life Skill Themes such as Good Sportsmanship, Playing Games for Fun, and Forgiveness.
They all feature Dawn, a serious fox, Tobin, a sweet pangolin, and Bismark, a pint-sized sugar glider.
Illustrator: Josie Yee
Color illustrations throughout
Fountas & Pinnell: Guided Reading Level: M
Lexile Ranking: 490L • Grade Level Equivalent: 2-3
Interest Level by Grade: Pre-K to 3rd
What People Are Saying
“The book is aimed at readers just transitioning into more difficult books, while also teaching important social-emotional skills. Yee’s comic illustrations show exactly how characters are feeling and what is being described, and are perfectly in step with the text.”
—School Library Journal
“This banter-filled early reader describes the initial meeting between shy Tobin the pangolin, brash Bismark the sugar glider, and kindhearted Dawn the fox…the pared-down narration and dialogue quickly establish their personalities...Hecht successfully set the stage for more adventurous outings down the road.”
“Vivid illustrations pop off crisp white pages. Brief sentences in an oversize font, separated by plenty of white space, won’t overwhelm nascent readers. This successful endeavor manages to maintain the spirit of the original series while showing respect for new devotees."
“Especially and unreservedly recommended for family, elementary school, and community library collections.”
—Midwest Book Review
“The series addresses bullying and empathy in an easy, accessible way, and the books are meant to be read aloud.”
—New York Post
“Young readers will enjoy this spectacular story that is perfect for reading aloud in the classroom, library, or at home. The adorable artwork is engaging with a touch of silliness that is sure to bring a smile to the reader's face… Children can gain the concept of teamwork, the virtue of courage, and the love of reading just by flipping through the pages of this exciting book.”
—Children’s Book and Media Review
“A quirky, humorous book great for beginner readers, with fun illustrations…a great bonus at the end of the book is the fun facts about nocturnal animals.”


Lily’s Legacy Project
Liberal Judaism has always been at the cutting edge of modernity, inclusivity and equality, providing a home for everyone’s Jewish story.
Lily’s Legacy examines how Liberal Judaism embodies the vision of its founders – Lily Montagu, Claude Montefiore and Rabbi Dr Israel Mattuck – both today and throughout its history. It will document, share and celebrate Liberal Judaism’s rich heritage as well as its contribution to British society, while preserving our legacy for future generations.
To make this happen, we need your help. As we begin, we are asking Liberal Judaism’s members and friends, to share their stories, and copies of their memorabilia to be included in the final collection.
We also need volunteers to help in various ways during the project including recording the history and creating materials for final exhibition and educational resources. Volunteers will receive free skills training in collecting oral histories, archiving, interviewing and exhibition curation.
At the end of the project, we will celebrate the launch of our touring exhibition and archive collection with numerous exciting events including a symposium.
Partners and associates of the project include London Metropolitan Archives, The Wiener Library, Parkes Institute at the University of Southampton, The Woolf Institute at Cambridge, The Faith and Belief Forum, The Board of Deputies of British Jews, and the Jewish Museum London.
Liberal Judaism has launched its latest ground-breaking oral history project Lily’s Legacy: The Radical History & Heritage of Liberal Judaism in Britain and now we need your help!


Story by Isa D'Arleans
Once upon the time, in a far, far away galaxy, twirled a beautiful little planet by the name of Earth.
At her humble beginnings, Earth was lusciously green and bountiful, but the little planet started to experience uneasiness when her habitants began engaging in wars and trivial unions in order to access more of her resources. Trusting that her habitants would eventually recognize the tremendous value of her gifts, the little planet eagerly gave and gave, offering her clean and fresh water, her minerals and precious metals, her natural beauty. As she spun around the sun in the freedom of her magical essence, she rejoiced in nourishing her habitants with the love and selflessness of a mother to her children.
But soon decades became centuries and the Earth family grew at a speed that started threatening the equilibrium of their mother’s fine and sensitive balance. Her efforts to feed and serve her habitants started slowly depleting her of her once colossal strength and plentiful resources. She started showing signs of fatigue, overwhelmed by the ever amounting toxins she had to absorb.
In all her years of existence, her habitants had never stopped fighting. Their greedy instincts left her puzzled. How could such destructive behavior possibly help them in the long run? Still she continued to give as much as she could.
Eventually, starting to feel the disastrous results of her continuous efforts, she found herself reaching out for the help of her galaxy friends, THE PROGRESSORS, who had kept a worried eye on her irresponsible habitants for quite some time. The Cabinet of THE PROGRESSORS were ready to take action. After a quick meeting and a concise plan, they started their descent to Earth with a heavy sense of urgency.
Upon their arrival, they were relieved to find out that millions of Earth’s habitants had started organizing themselves in groups and coalitions in an effort to better their world and start building a more vibrant future.
The work was vast and the effort was grand.
This story is to acknowledge the power of community and the vibrancy and importance of connectedness.


This tutorial shows you how to get started using LocalSocial and walks you through the very initial elements you need to use in the LocalSocial Library on Android, and in the LocalSocial API. For obvious reasons, this is called the Simple Application, and the source code is available.
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This source code shows you how to get started using LocalSocial and walks you through the very initial elements you need to use in the LocalSocial Library on Android, and in the LocalSocial API.
The first step involved in using LocalSocial is to configure the Client application to access the LocalSocial Service. The Client application must provide an instance of the com.localsocial.LocalSocial.AppConfiguration interface. The mandatory configuration parameters are:
- the Service Name, “Simple” in this case. This is your name for the service you are developing.
- the consumer secret, the OAuth consumer secret that was generated when you registered your application.
- the consumer key, the OAuth consumer key generated when you registered your application
Note: You must keep your consumer details secret.
LocalSocial provides an implementation of this interface called com.localsocial.config.SimpleAppConfiguration. Once created, this AppConfiguration object must be given to LocalSocial with to the LocalSocialFactory.setDefaultConfig.
For example , SimpleApp defines a method called bootstrap(). This method is called from the Android onCreate method. When bootstrap() completes then you can access the LocalSocial object instance. However, as we'll see in the next section, you may need to authorise your application before you can access LocalSocial Remote services.
Once you have bootstrapped LocalSocial in your client application, you can now load an existing OAuth Access token for your client or generate a new one. This access token is then used to access the LocalSocial service.
The steps involved in authorising the application are:
- Attempt to load an existing Access Token
- if this fails then
- Generate a new Request Token
- Authorise the Request Token. It's good practise at this point to display a message to the user asking them to click a button to authorise the token
- Exchange the authorised Request token for a new Access Token
- Store the Access Token in the LocalSocial configuration
Now that you have ensured that LocalSocial has a valid access token, you can access your tags and create or update tags. This is easily accessed through the com.localsocial.remote.TagRemote interface.
To dump out all the tags associated with current device and namespace:
Although the simple app doesn't show deleting a tag, this can be easily done with the following sample code:
Note: In general these operations should not be performed in the UI thread of your application as they can take some time to complete. For example, on android, you should use an AsyncTask to execute these operations. See any of the sample applications for an example of this approach


Heart disease is the most difficult to cure.The idiom "cup, bow and snake shadow" actually tells the story of "treating heart disease".
"Jin Shu · Yue Guang Zhuan" said that Yue Guang, a famous scholar in the Western Jin Dynasty, had a friend who had not been a guest for a long time.When Yue Guang asked, his friend said that he was worried about the last time he came to your house for a banquet, he was just about to pick up his glass, but he found a small snake in the cup, which made him unhappy.Although reluctantly drank the wine, can go home to toss and turn unpredictable, soon became ill.
A small wine cup can't hold a snake.Yue Guang thought that he had a horn bow hanging on his wall and painted a snake on the bow with paint. His friend was afraid that the reflection of the horn bow in the wine cup was a snake.So leguang called his friends to recreate the scene at that time.Sure enough, the snake's shadow in the cup was the same as before.After listening to Yue Guang's analysis, his friend's doubts were solved, and his heart suddenly recovered.
Traditional Chinese medicine master Gan Zuwang commented that the story of the bow and the snake shadow is the most typical psychotherapy.Yue Guang was only a scholar who was good at talking and analyzing reasons in Jin Dynasty, but his psychotherapy was better than many doctors.
The idiom "Xiyu Toufeng" is also a story of psychotherapy.During the period of the Three Kingdoms, Chen Linshan, one of the "seven sons of Jian'an", wrote a sharp and spicy style of writing.One day, Chen Lin made a petition to Cao Cao.At that time, Cao Cao was lying in bed with a headache.After reading the denunciation, Cao Cao actually sat up from the bed and said that Chen Lin's article cured his headache.Maybe it was Chen Lin's wonderful writing style that made Cao Cao feel deeply impressed.
Heart disease also needs heart medicine.Since ancient times, traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) has made unique research on psychotherapy and distinguished psychotherapy from the treatment of physiological diseases. Many causes and treatments of psychological diseases have been introduced in the classic book Huangdi Neijing.In the story of the shadow of the bow and the snake, Le Guangwei's method of treating anxiety is about the "method of restraining emotion and smoothing the principle" in traditional Chinese medicine. It uses words and actions to reproduce the scene and eliminate the doubts of his friends.
In ancient times, psychological diseases caused by the shadow of a snake in the cup were not uncommon.Due to the lack of scientific knowledge, it is difficult for the ancients to realize their psychological problems and get effective treatment.Nowadays, mental health has been paid more attention. In this process, TCM can provide a lot of beneficial enlightenment for mental health theory.


December 23, 2009
J. O’Connell & Associates, Inc. secures $254,000 in NYS Library Construction Funds
Dansville Public Library: $54,326 for restoration of columns at front entryway and windows throughout historic building.
Gates Public Library: $199,639 for replacement of HVAC, lighting system and ceilings throughout building.
Funding was secured through the New York State Public Library Construction Grant Program. The New York State Library is a unit within the University of the State of New York – New York State Education Department.


WAITING FOR EDEN
Eden Malcom lies in a bed, unable to move or to speak, imprisoned in his own mind. His wife Mary spends every day on the sofa in his hospital room. He has never even met their young daughter. And he will never again see the friend and fellow soldier who didn’t make it back home–and who narrates the novel. But on Christmas, the one day Mary is not at his bedside, Eden’s re-ordered consciousness comes flickering alive. As he begins to find a way to communicate, some troubling truths about his marriage–and about his life before he went to war–come to the surface. Is Eden the same man he once was: a husband, a friend, a father-to-be? What makes a life worth living? A piercingly insightful, deeply felt meditation on loyalty and betrayal, love and fear, Waiting for Eden is a tour de force of profound humanity.
“Gorgeously constructed . . . Unique . . . Both Eden’s and Mary’s fears and foibles are richly explored to create a deeply moving portrayal of how grief can begin even while our loved ones still cling to life . . . Ackerman’s focus on a single family makes the costs of war heartbreakingly clear, as does his drawing emotion and import from the smallest of acts with incredible skill . . . A wonderful novel.”
—Alexander Moran, Booklist (starred)
“Ackerman skillfully weaves his story…through a surprising, unconventional, and risky narrative strategy . . . Mary and the narrator inhabit a ‘space that is empty and white, waiting for [Eden]…We both wonder what will happen to us when he finally goes.’ The poignancy arises out of the fact that they both love Eden in their own way. An affecting, spare, and unusual novel.”—Kirkus Reviews (starred)


Harry Potter LEGO Book Sets A Deep Review
Introduction to Magical Tomes
On a quest for the latest addition to my Harry Potter collection, I stumbled upon the Harry Potter LEGO book sets, a series of magical volumes that open up to reveal intricately designed Hogwarts classrooms. Each book is a collector’s item, a piece of the wizarding world that brings the magic of Harry Potter into your hands. As a long-time enthusiast of both LEGO and Harry Potter, I knew these sets would be a special part of my collection, offering a unique building experience filled with nostalgia and charm.
Transfiguration Class: The Art of Metamorphosis (Set 76382)
The Transfiguration class set captures the essence of Professor McGonagall’s strict yet fascinating classroom. Opening the cover reveals a detailed scene of the Transfiguration classroom, complete with desks, a blackboard, and even a chest containing a boggart. The minifigures include Professor McGonagall, Ron Weasley, and Hermione Granger, each with their own accessories to bring the class to life. Building this set is like attending a lesson in Transfiguration, complete with the surprises and challenges that come with mastering the art of changing one thing into another.
Potions Class: A Cauldron Full of Secrets (Set 76383)
Descending into the dungeons, the Potions class set unfolds to reveal the shadowy world of potion-making. The walls are lined with shelves of ingredients and potion bottles, and a cauldron sits ready for the day’s lesson. This set features Professor Snape looming over Harry Potter and Draco Malfoy as they attempt to brew their potions. The attention to detail in the potions, cauldrons, and classroom accessories makes this set a captivating build, offering a glimpse into the meticulous and often perilous world of potion-making.
Herbology Class: Cultivating Wonder (Set 76384)
Step into the Hogwarts greenhouses with the Herbology class set. As you open the book, you’re greeted with a lush scene filled with planters, greenery, and the tools of the Herbology trade. The minifigures include Professor Sprout, Cedric Diggory, and Neville Longbottom, complete with earmuffs for handling the noisy Mandrakes. This set is not just a build; it’s an exploration of the magical flora that plays such a crucial role in the Harry Potter series, from the life-saving properties of certain plants to the dangers lurking in the pots.
Lego Harry Potter Herbology Class Review ( 76384 )
Charms Class: The Spellbinding Study (Set 76385)
The Charms class set invites you into Professor Flitwick’s lesson on levitation. The book opens to a classroom scene with floating feathers and an array of charm-work accessories. The set includes minifigures of Professor Flitwick, Harry Potter, and Cho Chang, each engaged in practicing their levitation spells. The interactive elements, like the feathers that can be made to “float,” bring a dynamic aspect to this build, making it a playful and engaging set for fans of all ages.
LEGO Harry Potter Charms Class – Review (76385)
Pros of the Harry Potter LEGO Book Sets
The Harry Potter LEGO book sets are a testament to LEGO’s creativity and commitment to detail. Each set offers a unique building experience, with intricate details that capture the essence of the Hogwarts classes. They are compact and portable, making them perfect for display or play. The inclusion of beloved characters as minifigures adds to the storytelling potential, allowing fans to recreate their favorite scenes or imagine new ones.
Cons of the Harry Potter LEGO Book Sets
While the sets are beautifully designed, their compact nature means they are somewhat limited in scale and scope. The smaller size might leave some builders wanting more. Additionally, to fully experience the Hogwarts curriculum, enthusiasts may feel compelled to collect all the sets, which can be a considerable investment.
Conclusion: A Magical Addition to Any Collection
The Harry Potter LEGO book sets are more than just building kits; they are a gateway to the magical world of Hogwarts. Each set offers a unique glimpse into the life and lessons of a Hogwarts student, with the charm and detail that fans have come to expect from LEGO. As I placed the final piece on my Charms class set, I couldn’t help but feel a wave of nostalgia and delight. These sets are a must-have for any Harry Potter fan, offering not just a fun building experience but a piece of the magic that has captivated us for so long. Whether displayed on a shelf or played with in imaginative reenactments, these enchanted volumes are a spellbinding addition to any collection.


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Tuesday, March 2, 2010
I had the incredible good fortune of being interviewed by Bob Edwards, someone I have long admired. We talked for an hour about my new book. Below is a piece that The Bob Edwards Show put on its blog the day the radio show aired.
Laurie Strongin and her husband Allen Goldberg are not the type of people who give up easily. When they learned their child Henry had a fatal genetic disease called Fanconi anemia, they quickly decided to do everything they could to remove the word “fatal” from that diagnosis. Their efforts were unsuccessful, ultimately, but what they did succeed in was removing the word “disease” from Henry’s life. The book Saving Henry tells a remarkable story of a child who never thought of himself as sick and a family who decided to pack as much living as they could into Henry’s short life.
Parents will find the book simultaneously rewarding and difficult. Strongin writes so well about her happy, precocious first-born son — detailing his favorite things, recounting family vacations — that we begin to forget that word “disease” too. The inevitable result of Fanconi anemia comes as a shock, even in print. Strongin says she thinks of Saving Henry as a hopeful book, and I agree. There’s a lesson in it about eating dessert first, putting fun ahead of chores, and learning not to sweat the small stuff.
Goldberg continues to write letters to his son at this blog. And he and Strongin decided to share Henry’s positive outlook on long-term hospitalization through the foundation Hope for Henry, which brings a little joy to children with life threatening illnesses.


Albertville Primary School
February 20- No school- Presidents' Day
March 20-24-Spring Break
April 7-1/2 day for students
May 26- Last day of school
How to Access eBooks
Through the Internet:
- Search for Albertville City Schools (www.albertk12.org)
- Choose Albertville Primary from the “Schools” tab
- On the left side of the screen are links; go to the Library link
- Click on the icon of the red book with a smile on the spine ( this will take you to our search engine, Destiny Quest)
Once you have gotten onto the Destiny Quest site you will be able to search our library for eBooks by subject (i.e. bird eBooks, shape eBooks, farm eBooks…), or simply type in eBooks in the search box to see the eBooks we have available. Choose the book you want by clicking on the book or the title of the book. You can play the book by clicking on the Open button or go to the “Electronic Resources” and click the Read the Interactive eBook Now! link.
I would love to help you with any questions you may have! Feel free to contact me in the library or by email.
Jennifer A. Young


One of my favourite parts of the day is snuggling the children and reading them a story. I still enjoy reading picture books like Harry and the Dinosaurs with the three year old, but I love, most of all, reading my own childhood favourites to the older two.
We finished Charlotte's Web last weekend, in a fog of disappointment. I remember it being moving; I remember crying. I remember loving it. Reading it to the children, it seemed a trifle slow, and I was tempted to skip parts. I didn't find the characters half so enchanting. I wonder how the children will remember it - perhaps it is only magical if you are the right age, and not some middle-aged woman attempting to fake it a seven year old's mindset.
We're reading Eric Knight's Lassie Come Home now. If your only experience of Lassie is TV, you're missing out. This children's book, although sentimental in places, is fantastic and powerful and moving, and has lost none of its beauty. I remember my mother reading this aloud to my sisters and I in front of the three-bar fire, struggling to read through her tears. I remember re-reading it (over and over again) as a child, and the way the hairs on my arms would lift when I got to the climax.
I'm enjoying it just as much this time, although I'm glad no-one is eavesdropping on my Yorkshire accent (which is quite good in comparison to the vague attempts I'm making at the Scottish accent). I clearly haven't missed a career on the stage. A couple of times I've had to swallow hard to collect myself enough to read on...I'm loving it, and will have the tissues ready for the pay off moment at the end. Some books can bear endless re-reading, and this is one. Classic.


Moloka'i-O'ahu through the Years
This stunning hard-cover book tells the story of the Moloka‘i Channel race, the oldest and most prestigious outrigger canoe race in the world. Moloka'i Hoe, begun in 1952 for men and Na Wahine O Ke Kai, in 1979 for women, the canoe race currently attracts an international field of top crews and combines a colorful history with a rich Booktradition.
Billed as the world championships of canoe racing, crews contending for the title must train and prepare for months in order to put themselves in the best position to win. The great intangible is the unpredictable Moloka‘i (Kaiwi) Channel that has a well-deserved reputation as one of the roughest interisland channels in existence.
The outcome of the race generally hinges on how crews deal with conditions that can vary from water as calm as a lake to the most fearsome and turbulent, with extreme winds and huge waves. Once out of the channel, the next challenge and sometimes a critical factor is trying to unravel the best solution to often complex coastal currents and tide factors encountered off O‘ahu. For the winners, it is a tribute to a combination of excellent preparation, conditioning, teamwork and strategy that all come together to make the difference in a most memorable and satisfying athletic accomplishment.
Every year’s competition has a story of its own to tell, and Moloka'i-O'ahu through the Years highlights each race, its anecdotes, and the key players. With input and commentary from many of the race’s most respected participants along with a unique collection of both historical and current photographs, this book captures the challenge, the drama and the tradition of the event. With complete records, memorabilia, and fascinating sidebars, race coverage extends to every facet of what is popularly called the Super Bowl of outrigger canoe racing.


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Navigating Historical Research at UofT - Courtney Lundrigan
The International Relations subject librarian at Trinity's Graham Library, Ms. Courtney Lundrigan, has put together a brief but comprehensive presentation guiding students through the steps of early research for an essay. This includes
- Conducting background research & topic negotiation
- Concept building
- A list of important databases accessible to UofT students
- Accessing primary resources
- Evaluating the quality and validity of information found, and
A copy of the Powerpoint presentation she used can be found here. If you'd like more information about any of the content, please feel free to contact her at firstname.lastname@example.org.
Essay Writing Workshop - Tina Park
Tina Park, a PhD candidate at the University of Toronto and a TA for HIS311 Canadian International Relations, has put together a very thorough presentation on the steps to writing a successful essay. She addresses the nature of writing in history, the distinction between Political Science and History, as well as the mechanics of essay writing. Her Powerpoint from this presentation offers a comprehensive step-by-step guide, and is a must-have resource for students.
Evaluating Sources - Courtney Lundrigan
Ms. Lundrigan has put together a very helpful test students can use to evaluate the usefulness of their research material (both print and digital, including websites). You can access the CRAAP test here.
Writing Centres at the University of Toronto
The University of Toronto has multiple resources, both online and in-person, for students looking for help with the particulars of constructing and executing a university-level paper. Some of the most sought after resources are the writing centres, where students can book appointments for one-on-one help with their essay, no matter where they are in the stage of writing. These centres are college-specific, and spots tend to be filled up quickly, so book appointments well in advance!


From the window's own introductory text:
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Welcome to the Milquetowst Info Center, your one-stop in-game EQ2 reference window! Here's what you'll find under the various tabs....
(1) "Misc": Links to useful Web sites, a basic hunting guide, lists of classes, character traits, racial traditions and languages, a breakdown of faction levels, an overview of religion in Norrath, an explanation of heroic opportunities, a list of available mounts (mostly horses), "Game Update" patch notes, the famous "Things I Wish I'd Known Earlier" message from the official EQ2 forums (now completely updated), and finally, a guide to optimizing the game's graphics settings.
(2) "Spells": A complete list of spells and combat arts for every class, along with a list of the "fun" spells available to members of each class.
(3) "Writs": Breakdowns by city and tier of available writs (a.k.a. city tasks), notes about status items, and a list of city faction rewards. (The latter list also appears under the "Houses" tab, since many of the rewards are house items.)
(4) "Quests": An overview of lore and legend quests (a.k.a. creature mastery quests), lists of heritage, signature and access quests, and detailed information about the collection quests available throughout Norrath. (Walk-thrus for some heritage, signature and other important quests can be found here, as well, though in general, for walk-thrus, you're better of consulting Allakhazam's Web site or eq2i.com.)
(5) "Harvest": Complete lists of the items which can be harvested from various zones, as well as an overview of which artisan classes have a use for the various types of harvested material.
(6) "Cookbook": An overview of how food and drink work in Norrath, and complete lists of all provisioner recipes. And for non-provisioners, there's also a handy list of food and drink items with the maximum possible (five-hour) duration.
(7) "Alchemy": Extensive information about potions and poisons.
(8) "Houses": A list of housing prices, a list of furniture items that can help to significantly reduce the status cost of your home, a list of placeable books, a list of house items you can obtain by completing newbie racial quests, some notes about carnivorous houseplants, notes about consignment containers, and lists of guild status and city faction rewards (many of which are house items).
(9) "Socials": A list of all social commands (a.k.a. emotes) in the game, arranged according to which ones are voiced and/or animated. You can have your character perform an emote simply by clicking it on the list.
(10) "Notes": Whatever you want to have available for your own reference while you play, that isn't already included somewhere else, can be added here!
Obviously, no single person can compile the amount of information included in the Info Center single-handedly. I owe an incredible debt of gratitude to the many people and Web sites from which I've stolen -- er, "borrowed" -- information.
As well, of course, many thanks go to all those who are using the Info Center, without whose input it wouldn't be nearly as useful as it has become!
Inevitably, there will be errors and omissions in the data presented here. If you notice anything that needs to be corrected or updated, or think of anything that's not here that really ought to be, then by all means, let me know! You can post suggestions or comments to the "Milquetowst Info Center" forum thread at eq2interface.com, mail them in-game to either Rainbeau or Fayberry on the Permafrost server, or send them via real e-mail to [email protected]
And if you happen to have characters with too much money on the Permafrost server, feel free to send a plat or three to one of my characters!
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As it says above, if you have any suggestions or comments, post them here!
-- Darryl (Milquetowst)
Milquetowst Info Center


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Vice-Chairman - Mary Harper
Recording Secretary - Susan Hart
Corresponding Secretary - Barbara Lusco-Peppers
Treasurer - Jett Rose
Historian - Joan Burton
Librarian – Donna Poe
Central District Delegate - Vacant
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We have monthly meetings which consist of herbal programs, hands on projects, workshops, demonstrations and refreshments. Meetings are held at various locations in Southern Indiana and the Louisville, Kentucky area.