Bill of Materials
|1||DU-RDT DIY PCB|
|1||DU-RDT Front Panel|
|2||Alpha||SR1712F-0108||1P8T rotary switch|
|1||E-switch||TL1105DF160Q||13mm tactile switch|
|9||QingPu||PJ301M-12||3.5mm mono jack|
|2||74HC164N||8-bit shift register|
|1||74HC74N||dual D-type flip flop|
|5||LED, green 3mm|
|5||0.320" LED spacer|
|1||2 x 8 0.1" pin header|
|5||DIP-14 IC socket|
|2||Kobiconn||164-9008-E||IDC socket 16-pin|
|1||Amphenol||191-2801-116||28 AWG 16-cond. ribbon|
Our Mouser project cart has most of the necessary components.
Note that the rotary switches stocked at Mouser have a longer shaft than the ones shipped with the kit; this can be fixed with a Dremel, since they will be covered with knobs anyway.
The 74HC7014N buffer in DIP has been obsolete for some time, and as of 2017 is becoming difficult to acquire. No drop-in replacement appears to exist. An alternative is to purchase the 74HC7014D in SOIC, and use a SOIC-14 to DIP-14 adapter. If you are not comfortable with a small amount of SMT soldering, or simply want the convenience, an adapter with pre-soldered IC can be ordered from Proto Advantage using Digikey part number 1727-6342-1-ND.
Check that your kit contains all of the parts listed in the BOM above before starting. All components of the DU-RDT are through-hole parts, and the placement is largely obvious from the drill footprint and silkscreen. Pay attention to the resistor values and the orientations of the diodes, LEDs, and ICs. The soldering order is not critical; the suggested order tries to make it easy to solder some of the more tightly spaced components while adding the more fragile semiconductor components later in the process. Note that the 78L05 is optional, and should not be populated when using the 16-pin bus header.
Step 1: Eurorack bus header
The 16-pin Eurorack bus header is the only component soldered to the back of the PCB, as indicated by the silkscreen outline. Solder this header first, as shown. Make sure it is flush against the PCB.
Optional: If you do not have a 5V rail on your Eurorack bus, you may use a 10-pin header, soldered to the bottom 5 pairs of pads, and add a 78L05 voltage regulator in TO-92 package (not supplied in the kit) where labeled.
Step 2: Register delay selector switches
Solder the two large 8-position rotary selector switches to their positions at the top-center of the PCB. The curved spring portion should be oriented upward. Solder the side tabs first, then the pins.
Step 3: Pattern lock switch
Solder the 6-pin pushbutton switch to its position directly below the two selector switches. It has a locator peg that should fit the corresponding hole in the PCB to ensure correct orientation. Make sure it is flush against the PCB.
Step 4: IC sockets
Solder all five 14-pin DIP sockets. Ensure that the notched end of the sockets are oriented according to the silkscreen, and that they are flush against the PCB.
Step 5: Decoupling capacitors
Solder all five decoupling capacitors. Their orientation is not important.
Step 6: Resistor identification
The next step is to begin soldering the resistors, so at this point, take a moment to gather, identify, and sort the resistors in the kit according to the following chart matching color bands to values.
Check the resistances with a multimeter if unsure.
Step 7: Resistors
All resistors are mounted vertically, with one lead curved in a U shape so that it is parallel to the other lead. The resistor body (i.e. the straight lead) will sit in the circle marked on the silkscreen. Make sure that the curved leads will not contact the inner surface of the panel! You can use one of the 3.5mm jacks as a guide: the top of the resistor lead should not protrude beyond the height of the black plastic.
Step 8: Diodes
Solder all six 1N4148 diodes. They should be oriented such that the stripe on the diode aligns with the stripe on the silkscreen.
Step 9: Tactile switch
Solder the 13mm tactile switch in the top left corner of the PCB. Its orientation is not important.
Step 10: Input jacks
Solder the four input jacks along the left side of the PCB. Ensure that they are flush against the PCB.
Step 11: LEDs
Insert the LEDs into their spacers and solder to the locations shown. Ensure that the long (positive) lead is oriented according to the + symbol on the silkscreen. When soldering, take care to keep the LEDs straight and vertical, and make sure there is snug contact between the PCB surface, spacer, and bottom surface of the LED body.
Step 12: Transistors
Solder the five 2N3904 transistors to the locations shown, ensuring the orientation matches the silkscreen.
Step 13: Output jacks
Solder the five output jacks along the right side of the PCB. Ensure that they are flush against the PCB.
Step 14: IC seating
Insert each of the five ICs to the correct socket on the PCB (the part number visible on the silkscreen through the socket should match the part number on the IC). Ensure that the orientation is correct; the notched end or the end marked with a dot should be aligned with the notched end of the socket.
Step 15: Front panel
Carefully place the front panel over the switches, jacks, and LEDs. Screw the supplied washer and nut onto each of the two rotary switches and tighten them down. Screw the supplied knurled nuts onto each of the 3.5mm jacks and tighten them down. Add the D-shaft knobs to the rotary switches and press down carefully until they are fully seated. Add the black switch cap to the pushbutton switch and press down until it snaps on fully.
Step 16: Power cable
Tightly crimp the IDC connectors to the ends of the ribbon cable as show in the image, ensuring that the key is facing inward, and that the arrow aligns with the red stripe. Fold the ribbon cable back over the top of the connector, and snap on the strain relief clip.


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Up today at the Sobel Wiki, along with articles on Egypt and Ghana, are two more For All Nails vignettes. First is #297: "Jerusalem Folly", the last vignette by FAN maestro Noel Maurer, and a companion piece to #296: "Red Sea Morning". Next is my own #303: "Buque Nights", another visit with King Fernando and Queen Sophia of New Granada, in February 1981.
"Jerusalem Folly" was first posted to the soc.history.what-if newsgroup on 23 September 2004, and "Buque Nights" on 30 November 2010. "Buque Nights" was also posted to this blog on the same date.


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Window tinting can provide a range of benefits for your vehicle or home, including reduced heat and glare, improved privacy, and increased energy efficiency. However, when it comes to window tinting, you have a choice between doing it yourself or hiring a professional. In this article, we’ll explore the pros and cons of DIY vs. professional window tinting, and what you need to know before making a decision.
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Whilst we’re often told that the key to a successful design is innovation, it doesn’t hurt to look to the past for inspiration. And when it comes to tiling, you can rest assured that retro and antique tiles can breathe new life into your project.
Vintage is a popular look for those who want bring a sense of retro to their projects. To start getting to grips with the past, though, you need a sound understanding of the world of vintage tiling chic, so let’s get started.
Antique Tiles: The Different Styles
Vintage tiles are highly popular right now, so you’re probably itching to find out a little bit more about the tiles available.
Here are a few of the most popular vintage styles currently waiting to take your project to the next level:
- Victorian Tiles – Popular designs for Victorian style tiles tend to embrace artwork which takes in subject matter such as animals and topiary designs. Sometimes these designs will be fully confined to an individual tile, but more grand designs – such as game birds – can be created from a mosaic style pattern to decorate floor spaces. To grant a more authentic aged feeling, Victorian tiles often come with a crackled glaze finish.
- 1970s Tiles – It may not seem that long ago, but the 1970s were over 40 years ago now and, as such, are suitably vintage. Now, the key feature of 70s tiles is the patterns, the ever repeating patterns. One of the most popular patterns for these vintage tiles is the floral print and, when it comes to colours, earthy shades of brown, yellow, orange and green perfectly capture the decade’s style.
- Art Deco Tiles – Synonymous with the sights and sounds of the 1920s, the Art Deco movement remains ever popular with designers. Its success is down to achieving that rare feat of combining grand designs which have a unique simplicity. A wall of plain white tiles, for example, can suddenly be elevated when topped with a border of black ornamental tiles. Other popular designs include angular shapes arranged in geometric patterns which primarily use whites, creams, browns, beiges, orange and yellows.
How to Source Antique Tiles?
Now that you understand what some of the popular retro tile styles are, the next step is to figure out where you can source them from. Thankfully, there are a number of options available to you such as:
- Sourcing Genuine Antiques: If you want to genuinely capture that vintage tile feel, it pays to source originals. Therefore, auctions and reclamation years can be an excellent option.
- Buy Replica Tiles: The antique style is very big at the moment, so almost all tile manufacturers will carry a vintage range. This is the most affordable option as they’re off the shelf products and are mass produced.
- Go the Bespoke Route: You may have a specific retro style you’re trying to create, but there’s not always an off the shelf option available. In these cases, working with bespoke tile manufacturers is the best option for making your design into a reality.
As global sourcing specialists, SRK UK has extensive experience finding all types of commercial tiles for our customers. We work with customers to understand their exact needs, and then find the most suitable manufacturers for them.
If you’d like more information on how we can help on your next project, don’t hesitate to get in touch.


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Everything you need to know about Aftas Surf Agadir
I’ve never surfed before. I am a complete novice. Can I come for a lesson?
Yes. Aftas Surf lessons are available for the novice all the way through to intermediate surfer. You do not need ANY previous experience and if you have had lessons before that’s ok too.
I don’t know how to swim. Can I still come for a lesson?
No. The minimum requirement is that students are able to swim at least 50m un-assisted in a swimming pool.
I’ve had a few lessons before. I’m comfortable with the basics so can I take a more
Yes. If you’ve already learned the basics, our instructors at Aftas Surf i can assess your current level and then help you improve your skills. We can help take your surfing where you want to take it.
What do I need to bring?
A towel, your own swim wear, sun protection, and any medication you may personally require (i.e. inhalers/insulin injections). We provide all your surfing equipment.
What is suitable swim wear?
Any clothing which is designed for marine sports. It should be comfortable, flexible and light weight.
Do I need goggles?
What is Stand Up Paddle (SUP) surfing?
This is a sport using a large surfboard ( 10ft) which you stand on and propel yourself forward using a large paddle.
Do you do Stand Up Paddle board lessons? How much do they cost?
Yes. We teach SUP as private or couples lessons. These lessons do not depend on waves so they can be done any day/time of the week. Just give us a call to book. Private lessons cost € 30 and couples lessons cost € 35 p/person.
Can you fix my surfboard? How much will it cost and how long will it take?
Yes. Aftas Surf offer a repair service. The cost of the repair depends on the damage and varies between each case. The duration of the repair will also depend on the extent of the damage and how busy we are.
I’m new to Agadir and want to know where I can hang out with local surfers?
You will normally find local surfers around the beach during most of the surf season. Whether there are waves or not you’ll see plenty of people at the beach swimming or on Stand Up Paddle boards. Aftas Surf also hold ‘surf socials’ once a month during the surf season. Check the website news page and facebook group for details on the next up coming social.
Do you sell surfboard fins?
Yes. Just give us a call.
Do you give windsurfing lessons?
Yes. Upon request.
My son is 9 years old. Is he eligible for a surf lesson?
Yes. We teach from 6 years and up
Do you do surf birthday parties for children?
Yes. Just send us an email (firstname.lastname@example.org) with the following details: Number and age of children, date and time, and any special requests.
When does the season start and finish? How often do you get surf ?
The surf season starts in October and finishes in May with the peak months being December to February. During the peak months you can expect approx 15 days of surf per month. There is an average of 99 days of surf per season.
How Big does the surf get ?
The largest surf recorded in Tamraght was 3.5 meters. Average conditions are 2-3 foot the peak months (December, January, and February) frequently seeing days of 4-5 foot surf.
Do you do surf trips to Imsouane and mirlfer ?How long is the drive and how much does it cost?
Yes! We do trips down to Imsouane and other secret spots during the summer months from May – August. The drive takes 2 hours and the cost varies on each trip depending on numbers. The average cost is about 150 € including food, transport, camping supplies, and surf guiding. See the facebook group and photos page of this website for pictures of previous trips.
Do you sell bodyboards or skimboards?
We sell skimboards but we do not sell bodyboards.
Can I buy a package of surf lessons?
Yes! You can buy a package of 3- 6 progressive lessons at a discount (see lesson page for prices)
Are your instructors fully qualified?
Of Course! All instructors are fully qualified lifeguards certified by the Australian and British Surfing Association (BSA). Safety is our first and foremost priority.
Are there Sharks ?
None that are going to harm you! You will not find any dangerous sharks because the waters are too warm for them.
How cold does the sea get in winter, do I need a wetsuit all year round?
The coldest the water gets in Agadir is about 20 degrees. During the cooler months a wetsuit is recommended. A 3-2mm thickness will keep you very warm whilst some may even prefer just a thermal top. However, most of the year it’s boardies weather.


We're Annie and Greg Witkamp, aka the Wits from thewitsblog.com, and we're thrifters that seek, salvage, restore, design and sell furniture. Our passion is to collect and revamp vintage and antique furniture, lighting and decor. You can find our pieces in our etsy shop or sometimes in the Minneapolis area craigslist.
In December of 2011 we became first time homeowners. Demo, renovation, budget decorating, DIY, our furniture salvaging and more are documented at thewitsblog.com and some here as well. However, as of February 2013, we have a year to finish our house before transferring to Seattle (a dream of ours) in spring of 2014. That means our posts will be focused on our updating the house on our slim budget. Our furniture refinishing will take a backseat during this time but you better believe we'll be back to that as soon as we can.


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For those who love reading, the right nook with the perfect amount of light is a dream come true. Often times, these areas are found in a quaint coffee house or an old library. But what about in your home? Here are a few things to think about when creating your dream, reading corner.
• Space: You may need several shelves for your books, but your nooks only need a little bit of space. It should be somewhere quiet and inviting either inside your home or even in your back yard. No matter your decorum, reading nooks generally take up a small fraction of a room or outdoor area.
• Lighting: Make use of any lighting you find comfortable. You may opt for natural lighting by using a sunlight, large window, skylight or simply setting your nook up outside. If you want to get that quiet, somber, library feel, try using a small, free-standing light with a soft bulb or fix a little lamp to the wall close to your seat. Try to avoid using candles or dimly lit bulbs unless they’re supplemental to your main light source. This will make sure you avoid eyestrain so you can keep enjoying your space without the headache!
• Chairs and Tables: The seating in your nook should be comfortable and cozy. Smaller seating options may be your best bet when looking to unwind and relax. Adding wood or wood-like side tables with a dark stain can help give you that rustic feel. If you’d prefer a simpler, more modern corner, try sleek neutral colors for your table. These can be found in almost any material.
• Sound: For those that love reading while listening to soft music, you could use a nice set of earbuds or headphones. If you’d prefer to have your ears free, a quality sound system with small “hotspot” speakers may do just the trick.
A reading corner doesn’t need a lot of space, but placement strategy is key. Here are a few ideas to get you started.
• Armchair Plus Floor Lamp: One way to get the perfect lighting without windows is to place a floor lamp and an armchair in a corner. You’ll have a perfect corner for reading – simple, well-lit, and classic. Some floor lamps come with a built-in table, which can save you space if you want to keep everything consolidated.
• Children's Reading Corner: The youngest household members can also have a corner of the room designed to encourage reading. Only a small armchair or even a beanbag or poof is needed and can be placed in the most illuminated part of the room.
• Chair by the Window: A chair by the window is the simplest way to put together a corner for reading. Complement it with a few shelves and decorations, and you’ll have a modern and neat cove for your reading time.
• Built-ins: If you have more space, install a window seat or bench in front of a window. Top it with a comfortable cushion and throw pillows. Use shelving below as an organizer that can be used to store books or other objects. The shelving can also be used as a neat table, too!
Now that you have a few tips and tricks under your belt, go set up your reading nook! If you’re in the market for a new home with little areas that can be used as your own, personal escape, give me a call. I’d love to help you find your perfect nook in your perfect home.


Perfect Swiss Meringue Pavlova with Manuka Honey Whipped Cream
Hi! I hope you’ve had a great week - mine was filled with an excessive amount of pavlovas. I’ve made 16 in the last two weeks on the quest to find the perfect pavlova recipe (perfect to me anyway), which is, to me, a super fluffy, full interior, and a perfect, pale, but thick crusted exterior.
I grew up eating pavlova - I come from a huge family, and so there were at least two at every gathering, and it is my Mum’s go-to dessert, so I’ve probably had hundreds over the course of my life, but it wasn’t until I moved away from home that it ever occurred to me to make my own, and I’ve been on a bit of a mission to develop the perfect one since, but never really got around to it until this week.
Pavlovas can be notoriously fussy, particularly when it comes to the weather. It is super humid in NYC and so I wanted to develop something that would stand up to the humidity, and so I turned to Swiss Meringue. Pavlova is traditionally made with a french meringue (egg whites and sugar whipped together), while a Swiss meringue involves cooking together the egg whites and sugar over a water bath before whipping them up. This additional step creates a much more stable meringue, which is much more forgiving, and much more resistant to humidty than a French meringue. I made the one in the photos while it was pouring down with rain, and it came out perfectly!
When I was developing this recipe, my focus was more on getting that nice thick exterior crust and a super full inside, rather than worrying too much about the pavlova cracking. Cracking is just something that happens sometimes, and to be honest, it’s not the end of the world. I was able to get a crack-free outer by keeping the temperature super low and baking the pavlova for a long time, but the inside slumped down and I was left with a hollow pavlova, which wasn’t as nice to eat.
The majority of my testing was playing around with the bake times and temperatures of the pavlova. Too high and the pavlova would come out too golden and would get a little slumpy, and too low and it wouldn’t get totally crispy before the inside filling started to drop down. Initially I was testing without the addition of lemon juice and corn starch, as I figured the meringue was already stable from the cooking, but I added it in after a few tests and found that it made a huge difference in how pale the outside of the pavlova stayed, and also how full the interior was. 2 tsp of each seemed to be the perfect amount - just enough to help stabilise but not enough to make the meringue chalky or overly lemony in flavour.
Once I had the perfect base, it of course deserved the perfect topping, and I went for a double hit of Kiwiana - Zespri Sungold Kiwifruit, and Comvita Manuka Honey. I made a honey whipped cream, which is exactly what it sounds like, and because there is no heat involved, you get all the good stuff from the Manuka Honey. Comvita has a whole range of beautiful honeys - I used the UMF 5+ (they have a bunch of other varieties too), and it was perfect to lightly sweeten the cream while providing such a nice delicate honey flavour.
Kiwifruit is a pretty traditional pavlova topping - I like the green ones, but the golden ones are my favourite. They are bald as opposed to furry, so you can eat the skin, and they are a bit sweeter than the green. They were the perfect accompaniment to the whipped cream, and the slight tartness cut through the sweetness of the pavlova so well. You could also do a mix of the green and the golden if you liked, for some colour variation. Perfect Pavlova, Honey whipped cream, and beautiful yellow Kiwifruit are the dream team.
I hope you give this pavlova a go! x
A few wee tips:
Your Grandma / Mum / Dad / Grandad / Friend might have a great no-fail pavlova recipe too and that’s all good! This is just another version.
200g of egg whites is about 6 eggs worth, just for when you are working out approximately how much you need!
You can eat the skin of a Sungold Kiwifruit! I left it on for colour contrast when I was shooting, but you can take it off too if you like.
Pavlova is great to make ahead - once you have made it, store in an airtight container or wrapped in plastic wrap (just wrap the whole tray up), until you serve.
Assemble the pavlova close to serving if you can, to help prevent it from going too soggy when the cream comes in contact with the meringue.
Make sure your oven is the correct temperature! If you bake this too hot the outside will go a wee bit golden, or the inside will slump down. Baking for too long causes the inside filling to separate from the crust and you will have a wee gap. It will still taste delicious, but might be a little bit hollow. I really recommend getting an oven thermometer just to make sure your oven is calibrated.
I cooked this on conventional, not on fan. If your oven only has fan, you will need to adjust the temperature a little.
The eggs get cooked over the water bath with the sugar, so there is no need for them to be at room temperature - straight from the fridge is fine!
Make sure your mixing bowl is nice and clean so that the meringue whips up nicely! You can clean it with soap and water and allow to dry thoroughly, or you can wipe the inside down with a piece of lemon to help remove any specks of grease.
My stand mixer bowl is metal, so I just cook the meringue in the water bath directly in the bowl. If yours is not, just use a heatproof bowl for the water bath and then transfer.
Have your cornflour and lemon juice all ready to go in! I like to prep them while the meringue is whipping.
I haven’t tried making this with a hand mixer but it would probably be ok! You just want to whip until you have really stiff peaks. It will likely take longer than 4 minutes, so just watch carefully.
Perfect Swiss Meringue Pavlova with Manuka Honey Whipped Cream
- Makes one Pavlova - serves about 8 -
Swiss Meringue Pavlova
200g egg whites
350g granulated sugar
1/2 tsp vanilla bean paste
2 tsp corn starch (cornflour if you are in in NZ)
2 tsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
Manuka Honey Whipped Cream
350g heavy whipping cream
45g Comvita Manuka Honey
1/2 tsp vanilla bean paste
Pinch of Kosher salt, to taste
6-7 Zespri Sungold Kiwifruit, to finish, cut into wedges (peeled or unpeeled depending on preference - you can eat the skin, I decided to keep it on for presentation but you can peel them too if you like)
- PROCESS -
SWISS MERINGUE PAVLOVA
Preheat the oven to 335°f / 170°c (conventional, not fan bake). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and draw an 8” (20cm) circle on it using a round object (I used a cake pan). Set aside while you are making the meringue.
In the bowl of a stand mixer (see notes), or in a heatproof bowl, combine the egg whites, sugar, and vanilla bean paste, and whisk well to combine. Set the bowl over a small pan of simmering water to make a double boiler - make sure that the water does not touch the bottom of the bowl.
Whisking constantly, heat the egg and sugar mixture until it reads 170°f / 76°c on an instant read thermometer, and the sugar has dissolved. Carefully transfer the bowl to the stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment (be careful grabbing it as it will be hot).
Whip the mix on high speed for 4 minutes, until stiff peaks have formed that are just starting to clump inside the whisk. This may take a little longer depending on your mixer’s motor capability. Turn the mixer to low, add in the lemon juice and corn starch, then whip on high speed for a further minute to ensure that the mix is well combined.
Using a little of the meringue on an offset spatula or spoon, place a blob in each corner of the baking sheet, and use it to stick down the parchment paper so that it does not move when you are shaping the pavlova.
Scrape out the meringue mixture onto your prepared baking sheet, within the circle that you have drawn. Using an offset spatula, and staying inside the circle, spread out the meringue into a mound, then shape it so that it resembles a short cylinder - I like to make it into a mound first, then use the spatula to shape the edges and make them straight, then smooth off the top. You can go around as many times as needed to get it the right shape. I make mine just a little smaller than the drawn circle. If you would like to leave yours rustic then you can, or you can smooth off the edges and top with your spatula, then using the back of a teaspoon, create ridges by dragging upward on the sides of the pavlova (This video shows the process very well).
Place the pavlova in the oven and immediately reduce the temperature to 220°f / 105°c. Bake the pavlova for two hours, then, WITHOUT OPENING THE DOOR, turn off the oven and allow the pavlova to cool in the oven for a minimum of two hours. You can check on it toward the end of the cooling time, but do not open it at the start as you do not want to shock the pavlova, which can cause it to slump. Some cracks on the top and the edges are totally normal. Do not freak out about them. Take this from me, as someone who freaks out about everything - it will be ok. That is what the cream is for.
Remove the pavlova from the oven and either transfer to a serving platter carefully, or store until serving (see notes).
MANUKA HONEY WHIPPED CREAM
Place the heavy cream, Comvita Manuka Honey, vanilla bean paste, and salt in a large bowl. Using a whisk (I prefer to whip cream by hand as it gives me more control), whip the cream until it is still pillowy, and not quite holding a peak. If you go too far and it looks a little grainy, you can add in a little more liquid cream and mix to combine.
Prepare your Sungold Kiwifruit - either peel or leave un peeled, and cut into wedges. To do this I slice each end off, then slice the fruit in half vertically, and lay each half cut side down, then slice that lengthwise again, then into wedges.
When you are ready to serve, pile the whipped cream on top of the pavlova, and top with the Kiwifruit. Leave to stand for 5 minutes or so before cutting.
Store leftovers lightly covered in plastic wrap in the fridge.


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Since 2014, the meetings of the Jewish Genealogical Society of Belgium have taken place every first Tuesday of the month at 8:15 p.m., except during the months of July and August and on holidays, in the premises of the Institute of the Study of Judaism. (IEJ), avenue Franklin Roosevelt 17, 1050 Brussels.
For security reasons it is imperative to have received an invitation to the meeting.
The annual membership fee for the Jewish Genealogical Society of Belgium includes attendance at meetings from September until June of the following year. It also provides free access to the Documentation Center located at the Jewish Museum of Belgium.
The membership fee amounts to EUR 18.00, and is to be transferred to the Society bank account:
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Currently the following classes are held at Mindful Movements
The Yoga Experience
Mondays @ 7pm
This is an hour long beginner friendly Vinyasa class. Vinyasa yoga is the connection of the breath and movement creating a smooth and constant flow from pose to pose. This style of yoga helps to relieve tension while cultivating inner peace, self love, body and breath awareness, balance, strength, and flexibility. Class is open to all.
$10 drop in fee
Love Life and Live Yoga with Jamie
Tues & Thurs @6pm
This beginner/intermediate class focuses on classic postures and correct alignment in the body. Designed for those looking to learn, or return to, the foundations of yoga postures, alignment, breathing, and technique. Registering online holds your spot in class. Class is open to all.
$10 cash $12 card
St. Louis Yoga Tour
Part of the beauty of yoga is that there are so many unique styles, and people respond differently to different practices. As a part of our 200 hour Yoga Teacher Training program, we have invited a group of guest yoga teachers to share their unique style of yoga with our trainees. This will provide an opportunity for teacher trainees to experience different styles, followed by a Q&A session with the teacher to learn about the philosophy and methodology behind their style.
These sessions are open to the public, as well! There are as many styles of yoga as there are individuals who practice, and this is only a small sample of yoga styles available in St. Louis. The St. Louis Yoga Tour is a great opportunity to sample a variety of styles to discover something new.
Each class is 75 minutes long, and open to all-levels. Stick around afterwards for a Q&A session to learn more about the hows-and-whys of the style.


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The Calendar Raffle is back!
A $20 Calendar Raffle Ticket gives you 44 chances to win,
with total cash prizes of $2,625.
Drawings will take place on weekdays during May and June.
Top prize of $500 will be drawn on June 20th, with eight $100,
eighteen $50, and seventeen $25 prizes available.
Only 400 calendars will be sold, so buy yours early!
Calendar tickets will be available after weekend Masses and
in the Parish Office during business hours
beginning March 4th and continuing through April 30th.


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Minting an NFT (Non-Fungible Token) involves creating a unique digital asset on the blockchain, which represents ownership of a specific item, artwork, or collectible. NFTs have gained significant popularity in the world of digital art, gaming, music, and collectibles. If you’re interested in minting your NFT, here’s a comprehensive, step-by-step guide:
Step 1: Prepare Your Digital Content
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Step 2: Choose a Blockchain Platform
Most NFTs are minted on blockchain platforms that support the creation and trading of non-fungible tokens. Ethereum is the most popular choice for minting NFTs, but there are other blockchain platforms like Binance Smart Chain, Flow, Tezos, and more. Each platform has its own NFT standards (e.g., ERC-721, ERC-1155 for Ethereum) and marketplaces.
Step 3: Set Up a Wallet
To mint an NFT, you’ll need a cryptocurrency wallet that’s compatible with the blockchain platform you’ve chosen. Wallets like MetaMask (for Ethereum), Trust Wallet (for Binance Smart Chain), or Blocto (for Flow) allow you to store and manage cryptocurrencies and NFTs. Download the wallet and create an account if you don’t already have one.
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Secondary Sales: NFT ownership and sales are transparent on the blockchain. You can see when your NFT is sold and who the new owner is. Consider using NFT tracking tools to monitor secondary sales and collect royalties.
Legal and Tax Considerations: Depending on your country and the income generated from NFT sales, there may be tax implications. Consult with a tax professional or legal expert to understand your obligations.
Security: Ensure the security of your cryptocurrency wallet, private keys, and access credentials. Use hardware wallets or other secure storage methods to protect your assets.
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Corvair Electronic Fuel Injection Kit (EFI)
Tested and driven daily for over 75,000 miles.
Bolt-on Fuel Injection for the Corvair by
Brown Injections Systems, LLC
Please visit our main site for all the latest updated information
This kit was designed and built with 3 major objectives:
Increase performance and dependability of the Corvair Engine
Be completely reversible and cost effective
Plug and Play
Why TBI? The Throttle body was chosen for the dependability and simplicity. This kit is a bolt-on, simple with ease of troubleshooting with its OBC-1 architecture and uses mostly GM parts available at your local auto parts store. Parts that had to be manufactured are of normal home shop quality and not made on production lines/machine shops to keep the parts affordable.
Background: Fuel injection has always been costly for the Corvair mainly because of the Port injection requires costly welding and the manufacture/use of low production parts. This kit uses mostly GM main-line production parts to keep the price low and uses tried and true components for reliability. The dual throttle body has been used before, but was fragmented and used a costly computer to run. This kit uses a GM computer and manufactured parts are of normal supply. Temp control was always a problem due to the wild temp fluctuations of the Air-Cooled engine. We developed a Water Temp Equivalent (WTE) method for the ECM to control and trim the engine. We hope you find this one of the most well thought out, economical and dependable kits ever produced for the Corvair and should provide years of trouble-free service.
Theory: Carbs and points that control the Corvair and all motors of that era are a compromise. The Carbs give the best fuel mixture at only certain times due the design. Distributors can’t compensate for Temp and use flying weights to control the timing… good, but again a compromise. Fuel Injection w/DIS applies the best fuel mixture and timing for that RPM, Load and Temp. Other sensors also trim the fuel and timing, but those are the basics.
What should I expect?: Ease of starting, good all around performance and better fuel economy. This will not make your worn out engine a good engine. It does not fix burned valves, leaking heads, cracked pistons, etc…. its fuel injection. It maximizes the amount of fuel and spark for the best all around performance and economy based on external factors which a traditional Carb and points can’t do.
THINGS YOU NEED TO THINK ABOUT BEFORE YOU START THIS PROJECT......
Do I have basic automotive skills?/Access to someone who is.
Do I have an engine that already runs well on carbs and distributor. Fuel Injection will not fix your bad engine. It does not repair bad rings, valves, blown heads, bad distributors gears, etc. If you engine runs like crap and you don't know why? Figure that out first. This project will only be as good as the engine you install it on.
Does your fuel tank needs cleaning/replacing? If you have rust/debris in the tank, this will enter the pump and destroy it... period. The injectors have their own filters and do a pretty good job with the small stuff. You only have a fuel sock between you and a $80 pump and not that if you opt for the external pump. (Pump warranty claims are between you and the point of purchase)
A laptop computer and the USB diag cable is not required, but highly recommended http://www.obd2allinone.com/sc/toplevel.asp?cat=2 You can see everything your engine is doing and can tell in an instant if you have something not working/disconnected, etc. The wiring and all components are checked as a kit (on a running motor) before shipment, but your skills and attention to detail can make this a dream or a nightmare.
These kits are basic GM OBDC-1 computer with GM components. If taken to an automotive shop/FLAPS, they can scan this car just like a 94 and below Chevy Truck and get the codes. We have not made any changes that will interfere with the GM code or signals.
I HAVE MY KIT AND IM IN OVER MY HEAD.......
We (Brown Injection Systems, LLC) will provide basic help and troubleshooting, but we will not teach you how to work on your car. We will answer kit direct questions as they relate to what was installed. If you doubt your abilities, don't order this kit or get someone who does. Its not magic, but its still an engine and you need a certain level of automotive ability to make this work. For the people that have tried it on their own and had trouble has came to 2 things... electrical connector left disconnected and vacuum leaks. You will need the USB diagnostic cable and a Laptop for a trouble free install, but can be accomplished with a scan tool.
A Truly bolt-on, reversible kit includes
|2 ea||Dual Throttle bodies (TBI-700) with special levers (Left Pull) Includes IAC, Injector and TPS||2 ea||TBI to Corvair aluminum Adapter|
|1 ea||Throttle linkage to TBI Rod||2 ea||Intake manifold gasket|
|1 ea||Custom wiring harness for Early and Late||1 ea||CN Corvair ECM Chip (Specify 145, 164)|
|1 ea||GM OBDC1 ECM w/Modified EPROM*||1 ea||GM Coil Pack DIS with Module*|
|1 ea||GM Crank Sensor||1 ea||GM Map Sensor*|
|1 ea||Fuel line, 5/16, passenger side w/seal||1 ea||Fuel Distribution 5/16 "Tee"|
|1 ea||5/16 Fuel Line return, drivers side w/seal||1 ea||Fuel Line, 5/16 inlet, drivers side w/seal|
|1 ea||Fuel Line TBI block-off/Svc Port, passenger side||1 ea||GM IAT Sensor|
|1 ea||Crank Trigger Sensor Bracket||1 ea||Throttle Rod, 1/4 adjustable w/clips|
|1 ea||Throttle Actuator Assembly||1 ea||Temp Sensor (Requires pipe tap into choke hole)|
|1 ea||Clarks fuel return "Tee"||1 set||Emerson Wires 8mm, Black|
|2 ea||GM TBI-700 to adapter gasket||1 ea||Distributor Cover|
|1 ea||Knock Sensor*||1 ea||Fuel Pump Block-off|
|1 ea||Knock Sensor Adapter||2 ea||Air Cleaner Adapters (Drivers and Pass side)|
|1 set||Drive axle Variable speed sensor (LM Only)||1 ea||In-Line JTR Variable Speed Sensor (EM only)|
|1 sht||Harmonic Balancer drilling instructions (You drill your own or we can supply - See DIY Parts)||1 sht||Throttle Rod cut and weld instructions (You cut your own or we can supply - See DIY Parts)|
$1349 Late Model Kit + shipping
|$1399 Early Model Kit + shipping|
*parts are used/refurbished and tested. You can buy and much and as little as you need to complete the project.
The following parts need to be purchased locally for warranty/exchange or Shipping purposes:
1 ea - Fuel pump Internal or External. We recommend internal as it is quieter and used in stock TBI sytems, but if an external is used, it must be a "roller vane" type. The cheaper solenoid type will fail soon after installation. (You must have a clean or new tank without rust and trash and a new strainer or it will destroy any pump).
4 ea - 5' 5/16 steel and misc rubber main fuel line (Shipping not practical and available at FLAPS)
Other Information for this build:
Harmonic Balancer and throttle rod shaft must be modified by end user. (You can send it to us for modification for a small fee)
The head choke rod hole must drilled and tapped to accept ECM temp sending unit.
The O2 bung must be welded to the exhaust
VSS on late model will require tack weld to the rear control arm.
We will repair or replace, at our option, any part found defective for 6 months after date of purchase minus shipping. Modified/abused parts will not be exchanged/refunded.
Fuel Pump, Air cleaners and adapters solutions are available separately and NOT a part of this kit. PVC must also be taken into consideration.
Owner's Manual is now available on-line and constantly being updated.
Contact: Ted Brown 864-940-0653 or email@example.com
Air Cleaner and Breather Ideas (not Included in kit)


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Sewing services and the required minimum amount of fabric needed for our styles are as follow:
- Tote: $60.00 - 20"x32"
- Purse: $50.00 - 14"x 28"
- Poncho: $60.00 - 4.5m x 30"
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A trek on frozen Zanskar River in Ladakh zone.
Experience the local’s winter lifestyle.
Experience the winter in Leh.
Region: Ladakh Himalayan Ranges in India Trek Type: Group Adventures Group Size: 10 or more people per Group. When is the best time to trek: January and February. Expedition Begins and Ends at: Leh. Trekking Expedition Duration: 8 nights / 9 days. Difficulty level of the Trek: Easy to Medium. Maximum Altitude Gain: 3,500 meters(in Leh). Type of Accommodation: Hotel/Guesthouse and Tents on a twin/three sharing basis.
What to expect: An adventure filled fun time with easy to moderate trekking on a river bed with some splendid views of the nature. Fitness Needed: Any individual between 18 to 80 years old, who are enthusiastic adventure lover and loves trekking with some or average fitness level. Weather: Extremely cold, prepare for -15 to -35 degree Celsius.
Fly to majestic white land as there no other medium available in this time of the year you will be getting the first glimpse of the spectacular white dreamland sometime after you took off from Delhi airport. Upon your arrival at Kushok Bakula Rimpochee airport Leh you will be confront one of the coldest region in entire Himalayan zone. And this time Leh is really calm and quite as very less people travel to this part of India this time and locals usually stay in their homes most of the time. You can feel the deserted street and surrounding in this time and this is the best time to feel Leh as a clod desert.
You will find a thick white Chadar everywhere your eyes goes and the Chadar of your dream also not far from this place. Chadar means blanket and we are going to trek on it on the mighty Zanskar river which is most of the time wild in a year only in peak winter it’s get frozen and allow the local tribes to walk on it as the other routes to major towns are get closed by heavy snow. Locals of Zanskar region usually take the Zanskar Chadar to communicate with other areas especially Leh, this frozen river is the main route for them in the winter. And we are going to follow the same route on the Chadar for few days and make it our best adventure till date! Welcome to Chadar Trek!
A trek where you find the most number of frozen waterfalls on the way and a pin drop silent surroundings and a magical land which will beyond human imagination. Chadar trek consider one of the most desirable adventure for any adventure lover throughout the world and the mother river allows few times in a year to achieve it, so get set ready the finest adventure of your lifetime waiting for you. Join us for the best adventure of your lifetime and achieve it with the locals.
A vehicle will take you to Tilat Sumdo, from where the trekking begins. Attracting visuals, narrow canyon, mesmerizing icicles hanging from the top, shiny ice and night stays at cave camps with born fire will keep you engaged during the trek.
This beautiful trek will no longer be used in its current form after 5 years. A concrete road will take its place, making commute smooth and safe for locales.
Day 1: Fly to Leh.
Air route is the only way to reach Leh during blood-jamming winters. All flights reach Leh in the morning, before noon strikes. Do not forget to look at the awe-striking surge mountain range, covered by a snowy blanket as soon as your plane enters the Ladakh region, which is 11,800ft higher than trekking area.
Also, put on all warm clothes like the jacket, cap and gloves to face the always-negative temperature and never-ending cold weather of the place. You will get to see white layers of snow, which sometimes convert to bulky sheets of ice.
Keep an eye on your foot to prevent sliding or falling. Don’t keep your shopping pending for Leh as the city is kept partially closed during the winters. Only the shops, fulfilling the primary needs stay opened. Location’s temperature will be around -10°C in day duration and below -16°C in nights. So, try staying at hotel rooms at dawn, instead of roaming out in the cold breezes.
Day 2: Drive to Chilling (3 hours), and trek to Tilat Sumdo (1-2 hours).
Enjoy the most beautiful bus journey of your lifetime to Chilling on the Leh-Srinagar highway amidst the frozen clod desert. We will cross the confluence point of Indus and Zanskar River and drive further along side of the Zanskar River till our trekking point. We can see the Chadar while sitting on the vehicle as we will travel almost 40 kilometers along side of the frozen river. The last part of the road is not paved properly and it is very narrow and dusty. Today’s trek will make you learn many things like how to walk on rock solid slippery ice. Today’s destination Tilat Sumdo (Sumdo means confluence of 2 rivers) will come after 1.5 hours of trekking and we will have our campsite in this place.overnight in Tent.
Day 3: Tilat Sumdo to Shingra Koma (6-7 hours).
We will have to trek for 9 to 10 KM to reach our destination Shingra Koma. We will start our trek early in the morning by 8 am. Today you will get to know where to walk and where not to. You can see various forms of Chadar forming. The view will be quite similar as last day, there’s a high chance spot the foot mark of Snow Leopard on the snow while trekking. overnight in Tent.
Day 4: Shingra Koma to Tibb (7- 8 hours).
Today’s trek will be a longer trek than the previous days as we will cover around 15 kilometers of distance. We will find many frozen waterfalls today on the way and one of them is really huge. You will also get to see a waterfall on your left side, which never freezes during winter and produces a lot of water. If time permits you can take a small hike from the River Bed to see the source of this waterfall. Overnight in Tent.
Day 5: Tibb to Nerak (7 hours).
Today we will trek for around 12 kilometers to reach our pinnacle point in this trekking expedition, called Nerak. We will see the very famous Nerak wooden bridge before reaching our campsite in Nerak. You can see the Nerak frozen waterfall, which is considered as the biggest frozen waterfall during entire trek. Nerak frozen waterfall is the major attraction in Chadar trek, so don’t forget to capture it in your camera. Nerak village is a really cold place and situated almost 2000 feet above from the river bed. You can visit the village which takes about 1.5 hours of up-hill hike from our camp site. Nerak village is small high altitude villages. If you are visiting this village then don’t forget to drink a cup of tea in a tiny village shop. This village has a satellite phone connection which you can use it by paying the charges. Don’t forget to return back to our campsite before dark as it is a steep downhill trek. Overnight in Tent.
Day 6: Nerak to Tibb
We will cross the Nerak frozen waterfall while returning to Tibb. Take as much as snaps you wish, if you missed it while going. Return on the same trail to Tibb but you will find the trail becoming different within 2 days as the fresh snowfall and the different forms of Chadar makes it look different. Overnight in Tent.
Day 7: Tibb to Shingra Koma
Return to Shingra Koma on the same trail with typical Zanskar view. Overnight in Tent.
Day 8: Shingra Koma to Tilat Sumdo and drive back to Leh.
Today we will trek back to Tilat Sumdo and return back to Leh after a lifetime adventure. Take rest in our hotel after a tired journey. Overnight in hotel/guesthouse.
Day 9: Departure.
The trip is over and you can check out by morning. If you wish to explorer the Cold Ladakh you can spend few more days.
What does it include?
2 nights accommodations in a 4 star luxury hotel in Leh on twin/three share basis with breakfast (luxury trek only).
2 nights accommodation in a guest house/standard hotel on twin / three share basis. 6 nights’ accommodations in trekking route in a tent with twin/three share basis.
Tea, Coffee, Break Fast, Lunch and Dinner in trekking route, all meals are vegetarian.
Services of trekking guide, porters, helpers, cook.
All required equipments like tens and sleeping bag.
First aid kit and oxygen cylinder.
Pick up and drop from Tilat Sumdo(trek start and end point).
What it does not include?
Travel expenses to reach and return from Leh.
All meal in Leh including 2nd days Breakfast(in Luxury Chadar trek we provide breakfast in Leh).
The proposed Wildlife fees, environmental fees and other fees as being put forward by LAHDC and ALTOA or any other organization.
Soft-drinks / Beverages / Alcohols / Snacks / Chocolates, Personal expenses and tips Etc.
Airport drop and pick up.
Additional accommodation and food expenses if trek gets delayed due to weather, health or any other reason.
Porter’s service to carry your personal luggage*.
Health Insurance, Personal Insurance and other travel insurance.
Expenses for evacuation and rescue operations due to natural calamity, mishaps, injury or any health problem.
* If you need service of a porter then you have to pay Rs.650/- per day provided you book the same with us 15 days before date of commencement and maximum luggage limit is 10KG.
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Why it is called Chadar Trek?
Chadar is a Hindi word, which means a blanket. In the peak winter the Zansar River gets snowed completely. It will become solid white ice and appears as if the river has worn a blanket of ice, which is why it is called Chadar Trek or the Frozen River Trek of Zanskar.
When is the right time to go for this trek?
The months of Jan and Feb are the best time to go. This trek is all about ice and extreme cold weathers. The day time temperatures will be around -10 degrees but the night time will get lower than -20 degrees.
What is the difficulty level of this trek and what fitness level is needed?
It is in general a flat trail trek on a frozen river. The climate is tough as it will be really cold and it is will go at an altitude of 2600 meters. These two factors make it a easy to moderate level trek. On average we will be trekking for 10 to 12 kilometers a day. We define it as moderate because most of the participants complete the trail successfully and the daily trek distance has not lead to any severe physical exhaustion of participants. We have had participants of across fitness level, ranging from below average fitness level to extremely fit and the after careful evaluation we have rated this trek as moderate level.
Does the trek have any group leader etc and what is the trek plan?
Each group of the trek will be lead by an experienced local guide and he will be the one who is in complete know how daily milestones and route. The trek will also have other support staffs who will be carrying your other luggage, provisions for food and one of them will be a cook. One member from our support staff is trained in administering basic first aid.
What is the group size?
We limit the number to 18 as maximum and the minimum is 10 members. Depending on the group size the required number of support staffs is assigned.
Is this safe for girls and what are your plans for safety of girls?
The trek is safe for any one and we make all necessary arrangements. Our support staffs are trained for good behavior with all our customers and we appoint them directly or on contract after some amount of verification. The treks are happening as a group and please note there are several groups that are going everyday so it is not an only group. We have tent latrine arrangements throughout the trek. There several women participants who have joined in the trek earlier.
What food will you serve?
Complete vegetarian food. Standard Indian Rice, Roti, Daal and Vegetables, Tea, Coffee, Snacks Etc will be served.
What about drinking water?
At the camp site we will provide boiled waters. Please carry some water with you from the camp for the trek ahead and during the trek we will have arrangement for water which our trekking lead will guide you. Please note filtered water is precious here and do not waste. We make every attempt to have enough water with us but wasting during the trek will lead to shortage or the trek lead will be forced to apply limits on bottles one can fill during the trek.
Can we change the itinerary?
It will be the decision of the group and by our trekking leader. It is always done keeping in mind the weather and health of participants. We will not like to have many modifications to the planned itinerary as it will impact all logistics. If you will like to have a certain kind of customization for your own group then please write to us on email@example.com and we will help you with it.
Can we have choices of food?
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Backpack (55 – 65 L) with sturdy straps and supporting frame.
Day pack (20 Ltr) is required only if you wish to offload your backpack to our support team.
Trekking shoes (Sports shoes are not allowed.)
Gumboot (must required).
If you are not bringing Gumboot from your city then it is available in Leh hardware shops and can be
purchased here itself. If your shoe size is 10+, getting a pair might be tough. So start searching as soon
as you land in Leh.
Carry 2 pair of synthetic track pants. Track pants are light and when things get cold you can wear one
over the other.
Carry 2 Full sleeve tees with collar.
Fleece jacket – sweaters are highly discouraged.
A full sleeve thick jacket (down jacket is preferable).
Carry 4 pairs of undergarments.
Get 2 pairs of thermal inners.
Carry 2 pairs of sports socks. 2 pairs of woolen socks.
Woolen monkey cap/balaclava that cover the ear.
Woolen hand gloves + synthetic glove (water proof). If you don’t have synthetic gloves, get two pairs
of woolen gloves and a surgical glove.
Hot water bottle/Bag – available at any medical store.
Fleece Inner layer.
Sun glasses, with 100% UV protection. Sunglasses prevent snow blindness. Sunglasses are mandatory for this trek.
A woolen head-scarf or muffler.
Trekking pole is mandatory.
Light weight towel (should be thin, quick drying kind).
Cold cream and sun screen lotion (SPF 40+).
2 Water bottles (1 Liters each). The insulated water bottles are good but even normal water bottles will sufficient.
Personal medicine kit (Crocin , Avomine, Avil 25mg, Combiflam, Disprin, Norflox, Crepe bandage, Bandaid, Digene , Gauze cloth, Leukoplast , Cotton, ORS, Betadine or any antiseptic cream, Volini or any other pain relief spray, Diamox (to be taken only if required and but not as preventive medicine)).
Personal toilet kit (minimal) and toilet paper.
LED Torch with extra set of cells (head lamps are much more preferable).
Small repair kit consisting of safety pins, needle, thread and string (mandatory).
Camera, memory-cards, batteries etc (carry enough spare batteries. Electricity is not available throughout trek).
While packing, use plastic bags to compartmentalize things and carry few extra plastic bags for wet clothes.
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