INPUT ARTICLE: Article: The only way you'll improve at your comedy performance is if you perform the jokes in front of a crowd. Open mics are a great way to start: they are generally free, don't put a lot of pressure on performers, and encourage beginners to try new material. If there's a local comedy club in your area, look at their online calendar and see if there's an upcoming open mic. Bars, coffee shops, and even some music venues also host open mics. Once you start delivering jokes in public, you'll need to have a comic voice or presence that you use to deliver your jokes. For example, maybe you want to deliver your material deadpan, or maybe you'll rely on physical comedy to draw laughs. Find what persona and voice works best for your particular type of comedy. Many beginning comedians think it's wise to imitate an already established comic. In fact, it's better to just be yourselfperforming comedy in the style of an already established comic (e.g. Louis CK, Dave Chappelle, Sarah Silverman) can seem cliche or lazy. Just like in any other hobby or line or work, networkingand making friendshipsis a valuable way to get yourself noticed. You can also start forming connections with other comics and even venue owners and event organizers. If you see a more established standup comic, introduce yourself and say something like, "I've seen you at quite a few of these comedy events around town. Do you know of any good venues for up-and-coming comics?" Or say, "Do you know any booking or event managers around town who could help me get a show?" Once you've performed at several open mics and gotten to know a few other comics in your area, it's time to perform at a more legitimate venue. If you can find email or Facebook contact information for comedy-festival or comedy-club bookers, politely ask if they can feature you at an upcoming show. Starting out, you'll likely be placed in the middle of a comedy night, sandwiched between two reliable acts. No comedian starts out perfectly funny: you'll have nights where the audience doesn't laugh at your jokes or where hecklers challenge you. Every successful comic has experienced this as well. Keep going, and book another show (or return to your favorite open-mic) even when things don't go your way. Audiences can also vary widely from one night to the next. What the crowd on Saturday found hilarious may bomb with a crowd on Monday.

SUMMARY: Start performing at open mics as soon as possible. Develop your persona as a comic. Get to know other standup comics in your city. Submit to a comedy festival or comedy venue. Don't be afraid to fail.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Disneyland is always offering promotions right from their website, and while these discounts are usually for hotel fares, you can sometimes find discounted park tickets. For instance, Disneyland sometimes offers multi-park, multi-day passes that allow the ticket holder to visit different Disney theme parks on different days, and these admission tickets will come at a discounted rate. These are great for families who are on a road trip! Both the American Automobile Association and the Canadian Automobile Association offer discounted Disney tickets and packages for members. If you're a member, have your card or number ready and either visit the AAA or CAA website, or visit your nearest location to inquire about deals. People who live in Florida are entitled to special ticket and pass prices to Disney World. You can see the full selection if discount ticket options in the Disney World site. Special deals for Floridians often include discounted rates for single day tickets, multi-day passes, and annual passes. Note that to take advantage of these offers, you will have to prove that you are a resident of Florida. Shades of Green is a resort operated for members of the Armed Forces, and they also provide discounted rates for Disney World tickets and packages to military service personnel who have valid IDs. Similarly, Disneyland often provides discounted tickets for military personnel, as does Disney World. Residents of the European Union can get great prices on Disney World tickets if they purchase the tickets before traveling to America. To purchase tickets from abroad, visit the Disney World international site to check out ticket prices. There are numerous credit card plans and travel reward plans, such as Aeroplan and Air Miles, that periodically allow members to redeem points for discounted admissions to places like Disney World and Disneyland. Disney's YES program is an educational series for kids and youth that offers on-site courses on topics like art, sciences, environmental studies, and leadership. Enrollment includes a discounted ticket price, but the courses are mandatory for kids who sign up. These programs are typically aimed at elementary, junior, and high school students. There are a few legitimate sites out there that sell real Disney tickets at discounted prices. Not only can you get discounted admission prices for various Disney theme parks (for single and multiple days), but you can also find other special deals and promotions. This includes cheaper admissions for water parks like Typhoon Lagoon, show tickets, cheap admissions for attractions such as Hollywood Studios, entertainment tickets for things like Disney character experiences, and other special features. Some of the more trusted sites are: The Official Ticket Center Park Savers Orlando Fun Tickets Get Away Today Undercover Tourist When buying regular or discount tickets for Disney theme parks, read the fine print for additional fees that could alter the price of the ticket. You may find a discount supplier that offers lower ticket prices than anyone else, but the hidden fees could add up and make the final cost more expensive than another provider.

SUMMARY: Check the Disneyland site for promotions. Take advantage of an auto club membership. Take advantage of Disney World discounts for Florida residents. Take advantage of military discounts. Buy tickets from an international site. Redeem reward miles for tickets. Enroll in the Disney Youth Education Series. Use a discount ticket site. Look out for hidden fees.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Baits are the most effective way to kill ants because they take the poison back to their nests. You need both sugary baits and protein/grease baits to draw out different types of ants. Baits draw ants in, so they won't be effective if you place them in an area with a chemical that repels them. You can use stakes or plastic bait containers. Some are one-time use, while others can be refilled. Refillable ones can be useful if you have a continual problem. Choose places near anthills and trails. Keep them away from areas where pets or kids will be, as they are poisonous. Space them about 10 to 20 feet (3 to 6m) away from each other. These types of baits take awhile to work, as the ants must carry them throughout their nests. As they get low, add more insecticide to keep the ants well-fed with pesticide.

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Use this method as the first line of defense. Buy a range of ant baits. Don't place them near where you've sprayed insecticide. Pick a type of bait station. Place the baits. Wait patiently. Refill traps as needed.