In this tutorial, I am going to show you how to protect a PDF document by passwords so that users that do not have permissions cannot open or modify the content of the PDF document. You can set two passwords to the PDF document, a user password and an owner password. The user password must be entered before the PDF document can be opened in Adobe Reader or Foxit Reader. The owner password applies restrictions to the PDF document. For example, you can allow only printing and copying to the PDF document.
- userPassword--an array of bytes that is the user password.
- ownerPassword--an array of bytes that is the owner password.
- permissions--permissions or restrictions that will be applied to the PDF document. These permissions can be AllowPrinting, AllowCopy, AllowScreenReaders, AllowFillIn, AllowAssembly, or AllowDegradedPrinting.
- encryptionType--the type of encryption. The encryption type can be one of the following STANDARD_ENCRYPTION_40, STANDARD_ENCRYPTION_128 or ENCRYPTION_AES128.
When you run the example code above, you might get the dependency error as shown below. To fix the error, you will download the extra jar files from http://sourceforge.net/projects/itext/files/extrajars/. Then extract the zip file and add the bcprov-jdk15on-1.48.jar file to the project. After that, run the program again.
iText is known to be an open source free library to create and manipulate PDF files in Java programming language. This useful library is originally developed by Bruno Lowagie and others since 2001. In this tutorial, I am going to show you how to configure iText library in Eclipse and create a PDF file to display the Hello World text.
To get start, you need to create a Java project in Eclipse. After the process of project creation completes, you will download the latest iText library from the URL: http://sourceforge.net/projects/itext/files/latest/download. You will get the iText library in zip file format. Simply extract the zip file to a folder in your computer. In the folder, you will see a lot of jar files. However, the main one is itextpdf-5.5.0.jar. You need to add this jar file to the Java project before you begin writing Java code to create a PDF file or manipulate the file. To add the jar file to your current Java project in Eclipse, you will select Properties... from the Project menu. When the Properties dialog displays, click Java Build Path->Libraries. Then click Add External Libraries...A file dialog is open. Navigate to the folder that contains the itextpdf-5.5.0.jar. Select the file and click OK. Now the iText library is added to your project.
To create a PDF file, first you need to create a class in the project. You can name the class whatever you want. However, in this tutorial, the name of the class is PdfItext. Below is an example Java code to create a PDF file by using iText library.
-Create a PDF document object.
-Write content to the document.
Besides, desktop applications that run on operating systems, Java allows you to create applications that can be run on web browsers that enable Java or applet viewers. These types of applications are called applet applications. The java.applet package has Applet class that provides necessary support for applet applications.
Unlike desktop or stand-alone application, applet does not require the main method. The execution of the applet does not begin at the main method. Rather, Applet class provides different methods serving as the basic mechanism of executing an applet application on a web browser or applet viewer. These methods are init(), start(), paint(), stop(), and destroy(). When an applet begins, the init() methods is called. You can use this method to initialize variables. The init() method is called once. The start() method is called after the init() method. This method is called every time the applet's HTML page displays on the web browser. When the user leaves the HTML page that contains applet, the applet stops by calling the stop() method. When he/she comes back to that page, the start() method will be called again to resume the applet. The destroy() method will be called after the stop method to free up resources used by applet from memory. The paint method is called each time the applet needs to redraw its output. For example, the applet draw its output when it starts and it is minimized and restored.
To create an applet application, you will extend the Applet class in java.applet package. The following example code is a simple applet application to display an image and a button that can be clicked to change the background color of the applet's window. You need an image file called gmaptr.png.
You need to create AppletApp.class file from the source code above. This can be done by compiling the source code with the javac command from command prompt.
In order to execute the applet on a web browser, you need to create an HTML file that includes the applet. You can include the applet within the HTML document by using the <applet> tag. Below is an example HTML file.
After you create the HTML file that contains applet, you can execute the applet by using the appletviewer tool that comes with JDK. The command line below will execute the AppletApp application in the appletviewer from command prompt.
If you are Eclipse user, you can execute the applet in the appletviewer from Eclipse by clicking the Run menu item.
Besides running the applet from command prompt and Eclipse, you can run the applet in a web browser that supports Java. You need to copy the AppleAppt.class, AppletApp.html, and other related files to a directory of your web server. Then run the HTML file as you do with other HTML, php, or jsp pages. In my machine i have Chrome browser and WampServer installed.
The root element is Books. Under the root element, there are two sub-elements or children elements Book.
This tutorial is designed for people who come to work with XML file in Java. After completing the tutorial, you will be able to create an XML document and save it to a file, read data from an XML file, and modify elements in the XML file by using JDOM library. With the JDOM libary, XML file can be easily created, read, and modified.
Before you can modify the data in the XML file, first you need to read the XML file in to a document object as you did in the previous section. Then you can add new children elements to the root, update data of an element, or delete an element from the document. After you complete the tasks, call the output method of the XMLOutputter class to save change to the file. Here is the example code.
//Remove a book that has the title "C# for beginners"
Splash screen is a special window that displays in a short time period before the main window of a program or website shows. Generally, on the splash screen, you will see an image that represents an introduction to the program or website. Sometimes, a splash screen displays a progress bar to inform the user about a process that is loading and might take a long time to complete. When the process completes, the splash screen disappears.
In Java, you can use the SplashScreen class (in awt package) to create a splash screen for your program. Alternatively, you can write your own code to create a splash screen. In this tutorial, i prefer to do the latter. First of all, you will have a class that extends the JFrame class. This class will represent the splash screen. In this tutorial, i name it as SimpleSplashScreen. The splash screen has no border and title. So will use the setUndecorated method to hide border and title. On the splash screen, there is an image that provides introductory information of the program. The JLabel component is used to wrap the image. Then it will be added on the splash screen to show the image. In the SimpleSplashScreen class, you need to add two methods. The first method (wait) allows the user to set the time delay of the splash screen. Another method (showScreen) will be invoked in the program to display the splash screen. Simply, when the time is out, the splash screen disappears and the Welcome window is shown.
This is the complete code of the SplashScreen program.
Desktop is a useful class in Java. It can be used to open the default browser for a specified url, open a default mail client with optional e-mail address, open a file for editing or viewing, and send a file to the default printer.
To do such operatons mentioned above, first you need to create an object of the Desktop class by using the getDesktop method.
To launch the default browser on your computer with a specified url, you will use the browse method. The browse method has one argument that is a uri object referencing to the url. To obtain the uri object, you have to create a url object that accepts the address of a web page. Then use the toURI method to convert the url object to uri object. The example code below will open the default browser and shows the http://javatheprogram.blogspot.com address on its address box.
You can launch an e-mail client program with your specified e-mail address by using the mail method. The mail method accepts one value that is the uri object. When you construct an url object to refer to an e-mail address, the string that will be passed to the URL constructor takes this form: "mailto:e-mail_addresss". The example below will open the e-mail client program with the e-mail address yuk.dara@gmail.com on you machine.
To open a file on your local computer, you will use the open method. This method will take the file object that references to a file on your computer. The code below opens the test.txt file (in drive D) of the computer.
If you wan to print the file to the default printer that connects to your computer, you can use the print method. This method also accepts the file object that you want to print. The following code will print the file chart.pdf to the default printer.
Robot is an automation class in AWT package of Java. The Robot class is useful when your Java programs requires test automation, mouse, and keyboard controls. The frequently used methods of the Robot class are shown in the table below.
createScreenCapture(Rectangle r) This method returns the image (BufferedImage object) of the captured screen. The dimension of the image is specified by the rectangle r argument.
delay(int mills) The delay method will delay the robot before an event occurs.
getPixelColor(int x,int y) The getPixelColor returns the color at the specified coordinate (x,y) on the screen.
keyPress(int key) This method tells the robot to press a key specified by the key argument. The KeyEvent class defines key constants that can be used in this method.
mouseMove(int x,int y) The mouseMove method will move the mouse pointer to the coordinate (x,y) on the screen.
mousePress(int buttons) This method tells the robot to press the mouse button. The value of buttons argument can be found in the InputEvent class.
In the example code below, the robot is commanded to move to the start button on the Task Bar of Window 7 and the mouse is clicked there. Then the word notepad are typed in the search box and the Enter key is pressed to open the NotePad application.
Another example is an easy screen capture program. To capture any part of the screen, you will drag the transparent capturing rectangle to a location on the screen where you want to capture. Then press the Enter key to capture the screen. In default, the captured area is 400 pixels wide (width) and 300 pixels long (height). If you wan to increase the dimension of the area to be captured, you will press the ] symbol key. Similarly, to decrease the dimension, simply press the [ symbol key. To minimize the transparent capturing rectangle, press the minus (-) key. When your work completes, you can press the ESC key to exit the program.
The images of the captured screen are saved in the current working directory of the program.
if(code==27) //exit the program when the Esc key is pressed.


This upcoming City Council meeting will be extensive. We have a wide variety of issues that will be addressed with a few of them in the "critical" category. We have a very special guest, LaVonne Marshall from the Library, to discuss the proposed Coopersville Area District Library expansion and renovation. also, we'll have another budget workshop at 6:00 p.m. prior to the Council meeting. The public is welcome to attend. Try and stay warm in this brief cold spell and have an enjoyable weekend.
Load restrictions on roads have been lifted. The contractor has now located equipment to commence the boring under I-96 and Deer Creek just west of the WWTP. I'm sure you've noticed the contractor preparing the sites for boring especially at the end of River Street.
As was stated in the last council update, the DDA and administrative staff continue with the process of the DDA renewal. Public notices have been posted, published in the newspaper and sent to all tax payers in the District. The DDA Development and Tax Increment Financing Plan 2015 is in the process of being updated and will provide a guide for the DDA Board over the next 15 years. There has been very productive debate and discussion on future projects for the DDA and how best to invest in the district to create opportunities for economic growth within the district itself which constitutes a large section of the city.
A copy of the Amended and Restated Tax Increment and Development Plan is available at City Hall for public review, which includes maps of the district and a legal description of the district boundary. There will be a public hearing on the DDA Renewal at the May 11 City Council meeting.


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Greg Hawkins: A favorite poem
The Unknown Citizen
by W.H. Auden
This is a poem, which when I first read it five years ago, spoke loudly to me, and it seems to still speak loudly about the human condition of today. It seemed to say everything that I and many people I knew had gone through growing up, especially when you meet a person who speaks and acts just like this "Unknown Citizen" and you get that eerie feeling during and after the encounter. This is a poem for any "Modern Man/Woman" who questions and observes the times in which he lives. This poem makes you wonder about the direction we are heading in as "people."
Greg Hawkins, 24
Tutor/Student, San Jose
He was found by the Bureau of Statistics to be
One against whom there was no official complaint,
And all the reports on his conduct agree
That, in the modern sense of an old-fashioned word, he was a saint,
For in everything he did he served the Greater Community.
Except for the War till the day he retired
He worked in a factory and never got fired
But satisfied his employers, Fudge Motors Inc.
Yet he wasn't a scab or add in his views,
For his Union reports that he paid his dues,
(Our report on the Union shows it was sound)
And our Social Psychology workers found
That he was popular with his mates and liked a drink.
The Press are convinced that he bought a paper every day
And that his reactions to advertisements were normal in every way
Policies taken out in his name prove that he was fully insured,
And his Health-card shows he was once in hospital but left it cured.
Both Producers Research and High-Grade Living declare
He was fully sensible to the advantages of the Installment Plan
And had everything necessary to the Modern Man,
A phonograph, a radio, a car and a frigidaire.
Our researchers into Public Opinion are content
That he held the proper opinions for the time of the year;
When there was peace, he was for peace, when there was war, he went.
He was married and added five children to the population,
Which our Eugenist says was the right number for a parent of his generation.
And our teachers report that he never interfered with their education.
Was he free? Was he happy? The question is absurd:
Had anything been wrong, we should certainly have heard.

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Dunsfold
Stand-off between campaigners and UKOG at Dunsfold public information event captured on video
The oil and gas company and campaigners have accused each other of intimidation
Jamie PhillipsSenior Reporter
A video has surfaced showing oil drilling campaigners being refused entry to a public information event in Dunsfold.
It was announced last week that UK Oil and Gas (UKOG) want to drill a new well site near Dunsfold. In a letter sent to residents, UKOG said it is preparing to apply for planning permission for a temporary three-year consent to construct a hydrocarbon exploration well to the north-east of the village.
A public information event was held on Wednesday (February 27), where UKOG said it hoped to "fully engage" with residents at Winn Hall and give facts on the proposal to "counter fiction being circulated by well-known and ill-informed scaremongers".
The video shows two men being refused entry to the hall, before a third man is kicked out for filming the incident.
Surrey Police was called to the scene following the melee.
Concerned residents and campaigners in Dunsfold (Image: Surrey Advertiser)
One of the individuals filming the ordeal, who did not want to be identified, told Surrey Live : "We went over to see how they were presenting themselves to the village and I heard the kerfuffle.
"There were two guys trying to come in and me and my brother started filming it. I was approached and told to stop filming. The man made me leave. I was just recording, not saying anything.
"My brother was filming and what you can see what happened to him. We just went in to see the presentation and they did not want anyone to see what was going on.
"We are local residents. We have a right to say we do not want this here. We should not be bullied like that. My brother was forcibly pushed. It was really intimidating and we were not allowed back in."
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UKOG, meanwhile, has accused the campaigners of "appalling behaviour".
A spokesman for UKOG said: "Four people arrived at The Winn Hall in Dunsfold with the clear intention of disrupting our meeting. The well-known activists, who both live outside the area yet claimed to be residents, were hostile towards us and intimidated other residents.
Residents believe the well could be built on land near Dunsfold Road/High Loxley Road (Image: Surrey Advertiser)
"It was regrettable that an otherwise open and productive meeting to give residents as much information as possible before we submit any planning application to Surrey County Council was briefly interrupted by such appalling behaviour.
"We can only infer that these people are not interested in any open and honest dialogue that might enable residents to form a view that is contrary to their own extreme position."
Surrey Police confirmed that officers were called following reports of a group of men behaving in a threatening manner at the meeting. It added that one of the men, still at the location when they arrived, was given "words of advice" about causing a breach of peace.
Campaigners were refused entry to the event (Image: Weald Action Group)
Inspector Gary Smith, Waverley borough commander, added:"We received reports of three to four men being verbally abusive towards the organisers, and officers attended to prevent a breach of the peace. The protester, who was still at the venue when we got there, left after he was given words of advice and no further action was taken.
"The police recognise the right for people to assemble and protest in a public place and we will always seek to facilitate peaceful protest. However, we will take proportionate action if any criminal offences are committed."
Surrey Police


Photographs or no photographs Starace swings magnificently. The quintet plays exquisitely and Tommaso Starace plays alto as it should be played. So, if the pictures of Erwiit are an inspiration then it serves the purpose to the maximum.
Keep Moving Please" is pure bop from the opening note. Starace is all over his horn. The ideas are splendid and the facility is out of sight. Roger Beaujolais on vibes adds his magic to the mix with a solo that goes right to the heart of hip.
"Tongue In Cheek" is an ode to the photo of soldiers marching route step at Fort Dix, N.J. in 1951. I happened to be in basic training at Dix in 53 and heard and played jazz while there. This is a tune done at racehorse tempo and Starace again shows complete control of his horn while maintaining a Parker like tone.
This ensemble has a quality that even the most able eared listener will enjoy. I heartily recommend it.


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Detroit Regional Chamber > Investor News > Business and Education Leaders: College Access Programs Are Launchpad for Region's Economic Prosperity
Business and Education Leaders: College Access Programs Are Launchpad for Region's Economic Prosperity
Posted on April 3, 2017 by Kelly Weatherwax
Continued progress on raising educational attainment levels and driving economic development in the region requires enhanced investment in and support for quality higher education access programs. That was a key message outlined by David Dodson during a keynote address at the Chamber's Talent Outlook: Detroit Drives Degrees breakfast in March.
The event brought nearly 200 attendees together to hear from leaders from the higher education, business, government, nonprofit and philanthropic sectors on what is needed to maintain Southeast Michigan's economic momentum.
Praising the work of the Detroit Regional Chamber's Detroit Drives Degrees, an initiative under Forward Detroit, Dodson challenged the business community in attendance to focus on creating bigger and better launching pad programs in Detroit that encourage more young people to get a postsecondary education. The payoff, Dodson said, will be more graduates choosing to remain in the state, and a robust talent pipeline that will put Michigan at the top of the list among national and international investors.
Drawing from his personal journey, Dodson shared how mobility outcomes can drastically change with a postsecondary credential. His philosophy centered around the belief that a person's socioeconomic status early in life should not determine where they end up later and education makes all the difference.
The pathway to upward economic mobility is a three-step process, according to Dodson. First, one must complete foundational education. Secondly, obtain a postsecondary credential. Lastly, enter and advance in the workplace. Educational experience, a support network, work exposure, work experience, professional development and a professional network are all building blocks that must be developed and cultivated to achieve success.
The event also featured a panel that shared insight on how to strengthen the Detroit region's homegrown talent pipeline (pictured). Dodson was joined by Amber Arellano, executive director of The Education Trust-Midwest; William Huffaker, global director of talent acquisition for General Motors Co.; and moderated by Brandy Johnson, executive director of the Michigan College Access Network.
The discussion centered on the concept that talent, not capital, is Detroit's most important asset.
"Detroit children are at the bottom of student achievement," Arellano said. "A Boston fourth-grade student, educationally, is three years ahead of that of a Detroit student. The schools can't do it alone. We all need to become advocates, pushing for urgency, excellence and equity."
"The talent pipeline picture really isn't pretty," Huffaker added. "At General Motors, we hire someone with a STEM background every 26 seconds. Our community has changed so much over the last five years than in the last 50 years. As a community, we need to not only consume talent, but produce talent."
Huffaker also suggested the creation of a more robust mentor program. "Everyone knows that they should have a mentor, but not everyone knows how to use a mentor," he said.
For more information on Detroit Drives Degrees, contact Greg Handel, vice president of education and talent, at ghandel@detroitchamber.com.
For more information on Forward Detroit, contact Marnita Hamilton at mhamilton@detroitchamber.com or 313.596.0310. To view a full list of investors and past Investor Exclusive content, visit our Investor Resources page.
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About Virtuoso
Brooklyn Dining Guide
Virtuoso Life November 2016 Brooklyn Dining Guide
Lilia in Williamsburg, Brooklyn.
The Borough of Kings
Where to eat in Brooklyn.
Juliana's Pizza.
The River Café.
By Annie Fitzsimmons
Photography by Ball & Albanese
I fell in love with Brooklyn on a barge. At The River Café, a fabled floating restaurant under the Brooklyn Bridge, the setting is deeply romantic, complete with twinkly lights and live piano music. I pictured the nineteenth-century steam ferries crossing the East River before the bridge was finished, and the old industrial warehouses nearby (storing coffee, tobacco, sugar, and more).
Today, I live close by in Brooklyn Heights, and there is still nothing better than brunch at The River Café on a wind-whipped, freezing winter's day. I love to walk in Brooklyn Bridge Park, a former industrial wasteland turned gleaming urban park-planning success story. In the summer, the waterfront plays host to movies in the park, kayaking, and food markets.
Brooklyn's stereotypes – a reclaimed wood and exposed-brick aesthetic, a much-hyped "hipster culture" – take nothing away from its status as a hotbed of creativity, innovation, and fun, with a rich, multicultural history – especially its restaurants. In my spare time, I lead food and city tours as a licensed New York City tour guide. Brooklyn is more popular than ever for travelers, and it now feels like no New York trip is complete without a visit to Brooklyn.
"Brooklyn has an eclectic mix of people and cuisine, with a fascinating immigrant history," says New York City-based travel advisor and Brooklyn native Franca Di Spigna. "It's artistic and very laid-back. I think travelers are finding that laid-back is the new luxury. Brooklyn is more than a borough; it is a state of mind."
Walking from Manhattan over the Brooklyn Bridge, a small sign welcomes you: "Brooklyn – How Sweet It Is!" Consider the following your guide to great eating in Brooklyn. These restaurants are local favorites that truly reflect the neighborhoods they inhabit.
Located just over the Brooklyn Bridge, this landmarked historic district has regal brownstones, flickering gas lamps, and the best views of lower Manhattan from the Brooklyn Heights Promenade. Although the neighborhood is not known as a magnet for food innovation, many Brooklyn Heights restaurants have been proud local mainstays for decades.
Jack the Horse Tavern: Just a block away from the promenade, Jack the Horse is a picture-perfect neighborhood gathering point. Friends visit weekly for the cozy vibe and elevated tavern food, such as the signature burger. "I love the delicious seasonal menu," says Di Spigna. "After a long day of sightseeing, especially in the autumn or winter, it is wonderful to unwind here with hearty food and a warm local atmosphere." 66 Hicks Street.
Juliana's Pizza: For a reward after walking across the Brooklyn Bridge from Manhattan, head to Juliana's under the bridge, owned by legendary pizza star Patsy Grimaldi and named for his mother. Order the classic Margherita pie, with a perfectly chewy, charred crust turned in a coal-fired oven, topped with fragrant tomato sauce and handmade mozzarella. Brooklyn has dozens of fantastic pizza places, but Juliana's setting makes it extra special. 19 Old Fulton Street.
Noodle Pudding: Says Di Spigna, "I grew up in an Italian family, so I am extremely picky when it comes to eating Italian. Though the name is odd, Noodle Pudding is an institution in the area, and serves authentic southern Italian dishes. The chef is from the island of Ischia, off the coast of Naples." 38 Henry Street.
Cobble Hill/Carroll Gardens/Boerum Hill
A brownstoned trifecta of beauty, these residential neighborhoods have a growing restaurant scene bursting with flavor and creativity on and near the main shopping streets, Court and Smith.
Battersby: After dining at this tiny, warmly lit space with just a few tables and a buzzy bar, I decided I liked tasting menus again – or at least this one. Unlike many overpriced, ego-driven menus, Battersby's offers a great value for unfussy yet imaginative dishes. The chefs and co-owners worked at high-profile Manhattan restaurants, and have created chic, relaxed destination dining on Smith Street. Reservations accepted only if you order the five- or seven-course tasting. 255 Smith Street.
Black Mountain Wine House: You'll want to settle in, or more like snuggle in, for a long evening at this warm, convivial wine bar. On a winter's night, the Adirondack chairs on the deck might be covered in snow, making the inside even more inviting. The rotating wines by the glass pair beautifully with their menu of small bites, such as crostini or a variety of cheeses. 415 Union Street.
Café Luluc: Bright and lively all day long, Café Luluc is particularly charming at brunch, and serves one of the city's best pancakes – slightly crunchy and sugary on the outside, soft and yielding on the inside. Even if you prefer eggs and toast, order a pancake to split for the table. 214 Smith Street.
Clover Club: Perfect for pre- or post-dinner toasts, this bubbly spot makes drinks feel like a celebratory occasion. The cocktail menu is divided into nine fun categories that change seasonally, along with a nice selection of beer and wine. 210 Smith Street.
Mile End Delicatessen: "For a Jewish kid who grew up on pastrami from Katz's, this place is the bomb," says Eric Gordon, whose tour company, Beyond Times Square, works with travel advisors to craft out-of-the-ordinary explorations of New York. Located on a quiet side street in Boerum Hill, Mile End has pioneered New York-meets-Montreal deli comfort food, thanks to husband-and-wife Noah and Rae Bernamoff, who hail from Montreal and New York, respectively. In the winter, don't miss the latkes and the matzo ball soup. 97A Hoyt Street.
Bordering Prospect Park, Brooklyn's equivalent of Central Park (the parks were designed by the same landscape architects, but they considered Prospect Park to be their masterpiece), Park Slope has a stroller-ville reputation. Young families have embraced its charms, but so has everyone else, including celebrities such as Patrick Stewart. Neighborhood and nearby attractions include the Brooklyn Botanic Garden, Brooklyn Museum, Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM), and Barclays Center.
Al Di La Trattoria: One of the first high-profile restaurants to draw diners to Brooklyn, Al Di La, a spirited northern Italian trattoria, continues to enchant with standout pastas and a date-night atmosphere. Try its wine bar around the corner while you wait. 248 Fifth Avenue.
Bogota Latin Bistro: A perfect spot for a big family or group dinner, Bogota is festive and boisterous. The owners' home countries of Colombia and Costa Rica inspired the indulgent, addictive Central and South American dishes. Be sure to share the empanada sampler and arepas (Colombian cornmeal cakes) with chorizo. 141 Fifth Avenue.
Café Martin: A beloved weekend tradition: off-leash time in Prospect Park with my dog before 9 AM, followed by a cappuccino from Martin. It's tiny and the seating (former church pews) is not that comfortable, but it's all about the coffee, better than the best cups I've had in Italy. Martin, a wry Irishman, knows my order now. If you return twice, he might know your order too. Cash only. 355 Fifth Avenue.
Williamsburg is the center of the Brooklyn explosion (and accompanying hipster jokes), with a long and fluctuating list of bars and restaurants defining the scene, and a glut of new luxe apartment buildings.
Lilia: Lilia tops the hard-to-get-a-reservation list right now. Chef-owner Missy Robbins' devoted following – which includes President Obama – dates back to her long stints at Spiaggia in Chicago and A Voce in New York. When Lilia opened this year, the New York Times proclaimed, "Missy Robbins is cooking pasta again." My favorite: long, ruffled malfadine tossed with butter, Parmigiano-Reggiano, and pink peppercorns. The space, a former auto-body shop, is airy and gorgeous, with oversize windows and an open kitchen that lets you peek at the orchestrated chaos. 567 Union Avenue.
St. Anselm: Peter Luger (open since 1887 in Williamsburg) might be the rightful king of Brooklyn steak houses, but St. Anselm is one of the princes: The simply grilled meats and seafood here are fantastic, as is the lively, rustic atmosphere. 355 Metropolitan Avenue.
Explore wine and spirits at these Brooklyn tasting rooms.
The Red Hook Winery focuses on New York state winemakers; tasting room open daily. 175-204 Van Dyke Street.
Brooklyn Winery makes their own wine on-site, and features a wine bar and tours. 213 N. Eighth Street.
Kings County Distillery makes moonshine, bourbon, and other types of whiskey in its location at the Brooklyn Navy Yard; tasting room open daily. 299 Sands Street.
Van Brunt Stillhouse sources wheat, rye, and corn from New York farmers and makes its spirits on-site in Red Hook. 6 Bay Street.
Founded in 2014, Other Half Brewing Company in Carroll Gardens makes craft beer in limited batches; visit the tap room Tuesday through Sunday. 195 Centre Street.
The borough of Brooklyn is big: With a population of 2.6 million, it would be the fourth-largest city in the U.S. if it weren't part of New York City. It is spread over 71 square miles, but the neighborhoods that attract the most visitors are easily reached from Manhattan, just across the East River. Williamsburg is one stop from Manhattan on the L train, and many subway lines convene at the Atlantic Avenue/Barclays Center station to access Park Slope and Cobble Hill. Still, plan on downloading Lyft or Uber – the areas in this article are just 15 or 20 minutes by car from Manhattan.
"The draw to Brooklyn is that anything-is-possible kind of vibe," says Eric Gordon of Beyond Times Square. Explore Brooklyn on two wheels with their bike tour: Starting in Williamsburg, it cruises through several neighborhoods, including Greenpoint, Brooklyn Heights, and DUMBO. You'll stop for pizza, coffee, a tour of a rooftop farm, and many great views.
The Gansevoort Park Avenue makes a strong statement: gorgeous pops of fuchsia and cobalt blue in the rooms, a striking lobby fireplace, and a top restaurant, Asellina. You can enjoy the indoor/outdoor rooftop pool and its view of the Empire State Building even when it's snowing, thanks to the retractable roof. The property promotes a healthy, fun lifestyle with barre, yoga, and cardio classes at the Exhale Spa, a just-opened Flywheel cycling studio, and Juice Press.
One of the city's great hideaways, The Greenwich Hotel is a haven in Tribeca, and just a short trip to Brooklyn. Among the many draws: an intimate spa and pool, and food service from Andrew Carmellini's highly regarded Locanda Verde in the courtyard and firelit den.
At The Ritz-Carlton, Battery Park, there are panoramic views of the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island from the main restaurant, 2West, and many of the rooms. And more great views from the recently renovated 14th-floor fitness center provide workout motivation.
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Millions Still Face Homelessness in a Booming Economy
Document date: February 01, 2000
Released online: February 01, 2000
Contact: Susan Brown (202) 261-5702
Renu Shukla (202) 261-5278
WASHINGTON, D.C., February 1, 2000—Even in a booming economy, at least 2.3 million adults and children, or nearly 1 percent of the U.S. population, are likely to experience a spell of homelessness at least once during a year. This likelihood grows to 6.3 percent if one considers only people living in poverty, according to the newest national analysis of homelessness by Urban Institute researchers Martha Burt and Laudan Aron. At the same time, there is a larger and more diverse network of homeless services than in 1987, when the Urban Institute released earlier national estimates of the homeless population.
"The growth of the homeless assistance network can be considered a success story from the point of view of the homeless people who are now receiving services," notes Burt. "But housing costs are on the rise in metropolitan areas, while extreme poverty and other vulnerabilities are facts of life for millions of people, homeless and otherwise. Preventing homelessness in a booming economy is an ongoing challenge."
Burt and Aron developed the new estimates from the 1996 National Survey of Homeless Assistance Providers and Clients (NSHAPC). The NSHAPC covers suburban, rural, and urban areas, and was conducted in 1996 by the U.S. Census Bureau. Last December, the Federal Interagency Council on the Homeless released descriptive data from the survey, but did not include population estimates. The new independent analysis by Burt and Aron provides estimates of the size of the homeless population in 1996 and enables a comparison with 1987 estimates of homelessness.
Burt and Aron employed a complex set of assumptions to represent the amount of turnover within the homeless population, variation in the length of homeless spells, multiple contacts with homeless services by a single client, and seasonal variations in homelessness. As a result, rather than a single homeless population estimate, they offer a set of estimates, each appropriate for a different purpose. Since the NSHAPC could survey only in areas where service providers existed, the homeless population may be underestimated in rural areas and other locations where there are few homeless services. Therefore, Burt and Aron characterize their results as lower-bound estimates.
Ultimately, Urban Institute estimating procedures, based on the NSHAPC methodology, bring the nation as close as it is ever likely to get to a full representation of homeless adults and children. The estimates yield a margin of error of plus or minus 6 percent.
High Seasonal Variation in Homelessness. The researchers estimate that 842,000 adults and children were homeless during an average week in February 1996. In an average week in October that same year, they estimate 444,000 homeless people.
Likely Increase in the Size of the Homeless Population since 1987. In 1987, the Urban Institute estimated that between 500,000 and 600,000 people were homeless at any one time. The Urban Institute's two 1996 estimates, based on NSHAPC, fall on either side of the 1987 estimates. After taking all assumptions into consideration, the researchers conclude that the higher 1996 estimate is more representative of the full homeless population, and that the size of the homeless population since 1987 has increased.
High Proportion of Poor People Likely to Have Homeless Spell. Between 2.3 to 3.5 million people are estimated to experience homelessness at least once during a year, based on October and February 1996 estimates respectively. Estimates for children range from 900,000 to 1.35 million. The range accounts for .9 to 1.3 percent of the U.S. population. People living at or below the federal poverty level are the most vulnerable to experiencing a homeless episode. The estimated annual projections account for 6.3 to 9.6 percent of the total U.S. population in poverty, and 6.2 to 9.3 percent of children in poverty.
Tremendous Growth in Homeless Services. The nation's shelter and housing capacity within the homeless assistance network grew by 220 percent between 1988 and 1996, from 275,000 beds to almost 608,000 beds in 1996. Much of the growth is due to new funding and to priorities placed on developing transitional and permanent housing. Between 1988 and 1996 the number of such units grew from close to zero to about 274,000, in contrast to the capacity of emergency shelters, which grew by only 21 percent.
Soup kitchen and meal distribution services in central cities nearly quadrupled between 1987 and 1996, from 97,000 to 382,100 meals on an average day in February 1996. Nationally, these programs expected to serve almost 570,000 meals—one-third of which were served outside of central cities. Other types of homeless services also have increased, including health services, outreach programs, and drop-in centers.
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McKesson Playing Pivotal Role in Phase II of Friends of Cancer Research Real-World Evidence Initiative
Pivotal study to inform framework for how to use RWE to support regulatory and reimbursement decisions
IRVING, Texas, August 8, 2019—McKesson is pleased to announce that it is participating in Phase II of the Friends of Cancer Research (Friends) Real-World Evidence (RWE) pilot project to advance the understanding and inform future uses of RWE.
The initial Friends' RWE pilot project demonstrated that different datasets could be used to extract several real-world endpoints in a relatively consistent manner. In order to further characterize the role real-world endpoints may play in measuring treatment effect size, pilot project 2.0 will examine the ability of different real-world endpoints to detect treatment effectiveness in real-world patient populations. Additionally, data from this pilot project will help inform a framework containing key data elements, endpoint definitions, and algorithms that could be applied to other datasets representing different therapeutic areas and disease types.
"We believe real-world data and real-world evidence play and will continue to play an important role in regulatory decision making," said Sarah Alwardt, PhD, vice president of Operations for McKesson Data, Evidence & Insights. "This project with Friends investigates a key concern: understanding clinical endpoints in real-world data. We know that clinical trials alone will not be sufficient to accelerate desperately needed advances in cancer care, and that by establishing common definitions with cross-industry partnerships, we can further take ground. We are so excited to collaborate with Friends and our other healthcare colleagues participating in this important project."
"RWE is an important tool for continued learning about treatment outcomes over time," said Dr. Jeff Allen, president & CEO of Friends. "This partnership explores the potential use of different endpoints derived from electronic health data and demonstrates how different data sources can reproducibly provide important information on patient populations often excluded from clinical trials."
McKesson Data, Evidence & Insights uses robust regulatory-grade data to deliver meaningful, timely insights so informed clinical, regulatory, commercial and payer strategy decisions can be made. McKesson leverages iKnowMedSM, its oncology practice electronic health record (EHR) system, as well as reimbursement data from integrated structured retrospective and prospective databases. Using this innovative model, biopharma and life sciences companies are able to bring life-saving drugs to market faster and support rapid label expansion, as well as create commercialization plans and outreach strategies to support appropriate utilization of commercial products.
About Friends of Cancer Research
Friends of Cancer Research (Friends) drives collaboration among partners from every healthcare sector to power advances in science, policy and regulation that speed lifesaving treatments to patients. For more information, please visit www.focr.org.
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The Division of Mathematics and Sciences in the College Arts and Sciences at Kentucky State University invites applications for the following position.
Assistant Professor of Physics: Division of Mathematics and Sciences at Kentucky State University invites applications for a visiting, nine-month faculty position for the Academic Year 2016-2017. The requirements for the position are a Ph.D. in Physics, Physical Science, or a related field with at least 18 graduate hours in physics. Candidates who are ABD will be considered, but the position requires completion of all doctoral requirements by August 2016. Instructional duties will include 12 credit hours per semester consisting of undergraduate physics and engineering courses along with mathematics, or physical science service courses, including laboratory courses. Faculty members are expected to maintain an active program of scholarship and participate in campus service activities.
Kentucky State University, founded in 1886, is a small, land-grant, public, state-assisted, residential, coeducational, liberal studies-oriented University. It is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. The University is located in Kentucky's capital city of Frankfort (population 27,500) just 26 miles west of Lexington, 52 miles east of Louisville, and 96 miles south of Cincinnati, Ohio. The student body includes approximately 1,700 students from Kentucky and other states as well as foreign countries. Kentucky State University is proud of its cultural, ethnic, racial and gender diversity in its faculty, staff and students. The University is committed to student-centered learning, free scholarly inquiry and academic excellence. Please consult www.kysu.edu for more information about the University.
Applicants must send a complete application consisting of cover letter of application, current vita, copies of transcripts, three letters of recommendation, and a statement of teaching philosophy to:
Fariba Bigdeli-Jahed, Ph.D., Chairperson
Division of Mathematics & Sciences
Carver Hall, Room 132
Frankfort, KY. 40601
e-mail: fariba.bigdeli-jahed@kysu.edu
The initial review of complete applications will begin in June 2016 and continued until the position is filled.
An offer of employment will be conditioned upon the University's receipt of a satisfactory criminal background check.
Kentucky State University is an Equal Educational and Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action Institution.
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The eighties boasted some of the most creative, yet ridiculous, styles and makeup looks to ever come to be. Women would do virtually do anything to turn their faces into a canvas full of brightly hued colors, and never blended their products, to boot. Brightly colored eyeshadow in two or three shades, bright pink lipsticks, hot pink blushers, and blush contouring were just a few of the various looks seen during this decade. Lionesse takes a closer look at some of the makeup offences of the 80's, and shines a light on some makeup traditions from the era that have, thankfully, passed away long ago. It is our hope that none of which will resurrect.
Contouring the cheeks with blush may have seemed like a good idea at the time, but in today's world, we know better. Women would contour the hollows of their cheeks with way too much product, never blending it out, and bring the blush all the way up to their temples and foreheads. It was a mess, to say the least. This was definitely a makeup no-no.
Reminiscent of Pamela Anderson's overly lined lips on Baywatch, the dark lip liner with or without lipstick is a total no no- and this was super popular during the 80's. Madonna loved to rock the dark lined lip look with and without lipstick – then again, she'd wear just about any style.
Brightly hued eyeshadow hues were raging hard in the 1980s – but if that wasn't bad enough, most women would take the same hue all the way up to the eyebrow itself. This look is one we are so glad is gone – and hopefully, stays in the past.
As women, we all love blush – but proper application and color can really make or break your look. Wearing a shade of hot pink blush is not now, nor has it ever been, nor will it ever be, a good look. In the 80's, this was the go-to shade for all women. Ladies – as a tip, choose blusher colors that complement your skin tone – and steer clear of the brightly hued blush palettes.
Also super popular in the 1990's, metallic lip shades were very big during the 80's. They had a tendency to make the skin appear washed out and, for lack of a better word, gross. There really was no need for that – what with all of the brightly colored eyeshadow and cheek colors going on. Metallic colors are hopefully gone for good.
Though we could go on for hours about many of the makeup styles and looks that drive us insane, we think you get the picture. Being that most makeup looks and trends are started by celebrities, let's hope none of them get the idea of bringing any of these looks back. We would love for them to stay right where they are, in their respective final resting places, back in the 1980's.


The egg is called nature's ideal food and readily consumed in many parts of the world. Though many animal species lay eggs, chicken eggs are most commonly consumed. Today, quality of the egg is important from several standpoints. So, egg grading is necessary.Egg grading involves sorting of eggs according to quality, size, shape, weight and other factors. Food quality is the characteristics of the food product that is acceptable or rejected by the consumer. Quality of eggs is determined by both internal and external quality standards. External factors include shell structure, color, shape, and texture of eggs. Internal quality includes air cells, egg white, egg yolk etc.
Some tests like sniff test, visual inspection, floating test, candling are done to check whether eggs are of good quality or not. Candling is the most used industrial method.
Hold the large end of the egg between thumb and first two fingers in the candle-light in the slanting position and observe the shell structure, air cells, egg white, and yolk.
External egg quality is determined by its shell, texture, color, shape, and soundness. The eggshell should be clean, unbroken, and smooth. Surface cracks on the shell are easier to detect during handling. Poor eggshell quality is undesired and causes losses. Total quality management, GMP should be implemented throughout egg production cycle for good eggshell quality. The eggs should be uniform in color, size, and shape.
Internal examination of an egg is done by candling which evaluate the egg white, yolk, and air cells.
Air Cells – Depth of air cells determine its quality. It is the distance from top to its bottom when the egg is held with the air cell up. The air cell is small, not more than 1/8 inch deep in fresh egg; with time because of evaporation air cell becomes larger and egg quality downgraded.
Egg yolk – Fresh and good quality egg yolk is surrounded by a dense layer of albumen or white. So, while candling it moves slightly away from the center and yolk outline is only slightly defined. With ages deterioration occurs, albumen thins, yolk become more visible during candling and tends to move freely.
Egg white – The egg white is composed of four structures. First is the chalaziferous layer surrounded by egg yolk. Second is the thin layer, the third layer is thick & firm which holds the inner white and yolk. Final outer thin layer lies inside the shell membranes. The egg white or albumen characteristic is determined by egg yolks behavior during candling. The fresh egg has firm, thick and clear white. With ages it becomes weak and watery; CO2 loss causes the albumen to become transparent.
Spots – Eggs with blood or meat spots more than 1/8 inch diameter are inedible. Very small pinpoints spots should not be considered. Chalaza, which helps to hold the yolk in the center looks like spots. One should not confuse with this.
According to United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), eggs are graded based on its quality into AA, A, and B.
Grade AA – Eggs have clean, un-cracked shell, thick & firm white, round & centered yolk free from defects. They are best for frying and where appearance is important.
Grade B – egg shells are unbroken but have slight stains, thinner egg white, larger and flattened egg yolk with a well-defined outline. They are mostly used for bakery and other commercial operations.
Washing promptly – use water with the iron content of less than 2ppm.
Overwrapping – Films like polyethylene, cellophane, are used.


This is a gluten-free and low carb variation of the mug cake made in microwave oven.
My husband is trying to find low carb alternatives for most foods, and while we don't often have dessert, it's nice to have some options that are tasty for occasion. I like the gluten-free part, and a slice of cake makes also a nice part of any breakfast.
Other good sides: the cake is really easy to make, and the ingredients are readily and very affordably available in any normal grocery. Much cheaper than the alternatives you'd be making with special gluten-free flours for sure - and those would all still have a lot of sugar in them.
I promised the ingredients are easy to find!
I've seen flax meal in two locations in the grocery: in special health foods section, and on the gluten-free aisle. Usually the gluten-free aisle has better deals.
Some baking powders and sweeteners may have gluten in them, so if relevant, check the package.
After you've decided what flavor you want, place all the dry ingredients together in the microwave proof bowl, and stir. An old-fashioned, manual fork will work just fine.
So flaxmeal, baking powder, a tiny drop of salt, some sweetener to your taste, and any dry flavor you might like. Mix.
After the dry stuff is mixed and looks uniform, break in the egg, and add any less dry ingredients you want to add, like lemon or vanilla extract. Stir with the same fork until it looks uniform.
Bake. The time depends on the microwave oven; mine takes about 1 1/2 minutes to get the cake ready.
It would probably be the safest to start with 1 minute and have a look then and increase the time if needed with 20-30 seconds at a time. Once it doesn't look wet on the top in the middle, it's ready. Don't overcook it, since the egg will become dry if left for too long.
This is the part where you'll need the potholder or kitchen towel or something else to protect your fingers - it will be hot when taken from the microwave oven.
Remove from the container, and slice as appropriate especially if you want to share with someone. Enjoy - it's best when it's fresh!
Carbs - one cake (equivalent to a huge cupcake or two smaller ones) gets its carbs from flax meal as long as you use a sugar-free sweetener. Aspartame, saccharin, whichever works for you. 1/4 cup of flax meal has 2 g carbs in total (plus 8 g of good fiber).
If the carbs are not something you need to watch, I don't see why the recipe wouldn't work with some sugar equally well.
And don't forget all the good proteins and fat you get from the egg, while still keeping the cake not too fatty.
Savory variations - while this recipe works great for the dessert and cake variations, there is no reason to not use it for more savory flavors too. The savory variation works great as a bread substitute - much cheaper than the low carb - or gluten-free - breads you can find in stores.
Simply leave off the sweeteners and sweet flavors, use a bit more salt, and add any flavor that work for you.
A Mexican rice flavoring with a variety of vegetables and herbs is one great combination for the savory flavor.
The variations are endless. All while keeping both the gluten-free and low carb audiences happy.
Hi Gia, I've been following a low-carb diet since Christmas and lost 14lbs so I don't want to weaken. However, for the first time tonight I was craving carbohydrates, desperately. I had bought brown flax but didn't know what to do with it. so I searched online and found your recipe, much simpler than others and I had all the ingredients so I gave it a go. I cooked the cake in my Rayburn oil cooker so guessed the time and it came out looking great. I did a savoury version with herbs because I have no artificial sweetener and I've just eaten a slice with butter on. Absolutely HEAVENLY! Thank you SO much, your recipe stopped me from giving in and eating carbs!
Thanks for this gluten free flax seed recipe. I just milled some flaxseed recently and even found some flaxseed pre-ground meal today for cheap. I made your recipe quite simply and even added a tad of milk because my egg was a little small. It worked out wonderfully. Thank you. I'm going gluten free for a month to check my sensitivity.
could i make flax meal with flaxseeds in my food processor?
Yes - just make it quite fine, about the same grain size as for ground coffee should do.
I have tried more experiments with the recipe, e.g. with the brown flax meal. Which surprisingly tastes the same as the golden one, so it's only a difference of color. Which for some recipes it'll look better... or mix the dark and the light ones. Some flaxmeal we found was more coarse, but that didn't seem to make a difference either.
Gotta say I love these. They taste great, and versatile is this little cakes middle name. As a diabetic I've had to give up my much loved carb heavy desert items, and this has been a god send for my sweet tooth. At 2 carbs per cake and 8g of fiber you don't feel one bit guilty for snacking on this.
Try with a different baking powder, or perhaps with a bit more of it and/or mix the ingredients a bit longer. The one I use is "boudle-acting" or something like that.
Very Cool, I will try this one!! I've been on the low carb diet for awhile and this looks good.


The HGP is a single granted exploration licence covering 95km2 approximately 130km northeast of Kalgoorlie in the Keith-Kilkenny Tectonic Zone (KKTZ) in the Archaean Eastern Goldfield Province of Western Australia (WA). The KKTZ is a 300km long major crustal-scale structure that hosts the Thunderbox, Carosue Dam, Porphyry Gold, Million Dollar, Wallbrook-Redbrook and Karonie mines and the historic Yilgangi Mining Centre.
The main zones of gold mineralisation identified to date within the HGP are at the Hobbes Prospect. The central portions of Hobbes and Hobbes North Prospects are defined by coherent blankets of supergene gold mineralisation >1g/t Au up to 15m thick. The main supergene gold mineralised zone at the Hobbes Prospect covers an area of about 400m by 300m. There is a second comparable size supergene mineralised zone >1g/t Au, 500m to the southwest.
Drilling has intersected primary mineralisation beneath the supergene zones. This primary mineralisation is open in all directions and only tested with very limited drilling.


A windbreaker is the one accessory in your wardrobe that's meant to be fun. Stella McCartney's Superhero Pullover Windbreaker is definitely that whimsical piece. It's from McCartney's Pre-Spring 2015 Collection. In our book it's an adorable must-have. This is the piece we all need but never own. How many times do you wish you had a windbreaker with you? Makes a good stocking stuffer, too!
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This White Chocolate Buttercream Frosting recipe is one of my all time favorites and I LOVE frosting, so I don't say that lightly. It is so creamy, fluffy and fun and the white chocolate flavor really carries through!
This frosting is sooooooooooo good. No really, it is. You would think adding chocolate to the buttercream would weigh it down and make it heavy, but it doesn't! It is so light and fluffy and has a perfect white chocolate flavor.
My sister-in-law Jess makes delicious from scratch cakes. She is a self taught cake artist who makes the tastiest masterpieces.
Her husband, Anthony, is the pie guy. Last year he did a year of pies, a different pie for every month of the year. This year she decided to do (at least) a cake for every month.
She is writing a blog called Year of Cake updating us as she goes, you should check it out. I was lucky enough to get to try her mocha cheesecake and Anthony's birthday cake which were both delicious!
She has been using this buttercream as a base for her fondant rather than using a classic buttercream and it knocked my socks off. I just knew I had to do something with it.
So, I frosted one of Little Dude's birthday cakes with it. Just imagine, peanut butter sheet cake with a nice thick layer of white chocolate buttercream. Oh yeah!
I made the frosting and immediately considered canceling the party. That way I could be left alone with my bowl of frosting and not have to share! But alas, I couldn't do that to poor Little Dude. So, share I did.
Updating a few years later to tell you that this is still one of my favorite frosting recipes. I have used it a number of times over the last couple of years.
Most recently on a cookies and cream layer cake I made for my sister's baby shower. It was soooooo good.
But you don't have to just take my word for it. Mollie over at Frugal Hausfrau made it for her Raspberry Filled Cupcakes with White Chocolate Buttercream and she agrees!
The addition of white chocolate makes this buttercream even smoother, creamier, fluffier and more delicious!
Melt the white chocolate in the microwave by cooking for thirty seconds, then stirring. Microwave another thirty seconds and stir. Continue to microwave in ten second intervals until the chocolate is smooth. Set aside.
In mixer bowl, beat the butter on medium speed for about a minute.
Add powdered sugar and mix on low until incorporated.
With the mixer still going on low, drizzle in the white chocolate. Once it is completely added, turn the mixer back up to medium and beat for two more minutes.
Add cream vanilla and salt and beat for another minute or so.
Wanted to thank you for coming by my blog the other day and for your sweet comments.
Thanks for stopping by! This would be lovely with some coffee. Nice to meet you as well, I hope we bump into each other every so often!
This looks delicious! I would love to have you share it on my recipe link up Tasty Tuesday. Everything gets pinned and I would love to have you!
Thank you! I'll have to stop by!
That look and sounds so so good. The only word is YUM. I have to try that one.
I hope you try it and love it! It knocked my socks off the first time I had it.
Yum - I cannot wait to try this!
So glad the frosting was a hit! Great idea to pair it with a peanut butter cake -- I'll have to try that one of these days.
It was really tasty combination. Thanks for sharing the recipe.
What a fun post! Peanut butter sheet cake has my name written all over it! Your icing will be the crowing glory. Your shiny chocolate icing looks great, too. I love the idea of a year of pies--and cakes.
Isn't the year of pie and cakes so much fun? Both frostings are great. I had to send the leftovers home with people so I wouldn't eat them all!
Oh that frosting is just screaming for me to run my finger through it and sneak a lick! :-) Looks mouthwatering delicious Carlee! Have a great holiday weekend!
Thank you! The frosting is pretty addictive, so you better watch out! Have a wonderful weekend.
I love buttercream frosting! Thank you so much for sharing your recipe with us at Talented Tuesdays! I can't wait to try this!
This is one of my new favorites! Jess made a cake with it this weekend so I got to have it two weekends in a row!!
You said it right. The frosting is sooooooooooooo good.
Just make your reservation ;-) Any excuse to make more frosting is a good one!
No need to buy store bought when you can make your own buttercream frosting. Yum. Pinned and shared.
Thanks, Quinn! This one is WAY better than store bought. You really should give it a try!
It just seems like everywhere I turn I see a great buttercream recipe! I love it!!
This one is definitely worth a try! It amazed me the first time I tried it and again the first time I made it. I need to find an excuse to make it again soon!
Ooops, I meant to say everywhere I look on your blog!!
You made me laugh outloud - cancel the party, lol! This looks amazing!! Going on my MUST MAKE SOON list!!
I hope you love it!! It's so fluffy and yummy!
Carlee, I used this buttercream on my Raspberry Filled Cupcakes. It was divine. There's just no other word for it!! I did short the cream just a tad because I wanted to pipe so I wanted it just a bit stiffer and it looked (and tasted) gorgeous!
Thanks much for the recipe, and I linked my Cupcakes up to here for your recipe.
Isn't it amazing? You're cupcakes look awesome! Thanks so much, Mollie!
It is really good! I just picked up some white chocolate bars to make it again. I need to figure out what I want to put it on this time!


White Tail Deer & Turkey hunt in West Virginia.
Get off the grid and hunt 350 acres situated in Tyler County, Middlebourne, West Virginia. Located approximately 30 miles east of Wayne National Forest. The site borders Ohio and Pennsylvania.
30 acre open field and remaining 320 acreage is wooded.
One Doe and One Buck are permitted. I had the privilege of hunting this spectacular property this year. The amount of game on this land is overwhelming. In a 5 day hunt, we passed up 16 first year bucks and another 20 does. We did harvest 6 deer. We have begun managing the property and have put out multiple mineral licks to help promote rack growth and deer health. We have also put out 5 stations with food supplements to help the herd through the winter.This hunt is set up so fellow hunters will have a good opportunity to harvest a deer.
This is a fun hunt with only one restriction on deer: Buck must have at least 3 points on one side.
If you prefer to have a guided hunt with a tree stand pre-set, this is available for an additional $175.
JET Archery has a five year lease on this property. It will be preserved strictly for traditional archery.


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Mary Augustine Giesen (December 6, 1860 - February 25, 1950), founded the Sisters of St. Francis of Maryville which founded and operated St. Francis Hospital in Maryville, Missouri.

She was born in Union Hill, Minnesota.  She joined the Sisters of St. Mary in St. Louis, Missouri.  In 1894 she moved to Maryville, Missouri to found and operate the town's first hospital (which is one of only two hospitals north of St. Joseph, Missouri in the Platte Purchase area of northwest Missouri). They formed a separate congregation, the Sisters of St. Francis of Maryville. In 1947 they built the landmark Mount Alverno motherhouse on the bluffs above the One Hundred and Two River just east of Maryville.  She is buried in Maryville.

In 1985 her order rejoined the Sisters of St. Mary to form the Franciscan Sisters of Mary which is headquartered in St. Louis and operates 20 hospitals in Illinois, Missouri, Oklahoma and Wisconsin.

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1950 deaths
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Nicosia: The Museum of Historic Motorcycles for lovers of the genre
Historic vehicles taken from another era - Watch the video
by Χάρης Κατσίγιαννης
in CYPRUS, Nicosia
Most of us have been to many museums. Some of them, however, stand out for their originality. Like the Museum of Historical Motorcycle in Nicosia, Cyprus. An effort of a private individual, that counts over 30 years, can only impress the visitor. Especially if he's a fan of 2-wheel vehicles.
The Museum was founded by Andreas Nikolaou and the result of all this great effort is, to have a hundred and fifty motorcycles gathered in a place in Nicosia today. In the museum, you will see motorcycles from 1914 to 1983, such as AJS, MATCHLESS, NORTONS, BSA, MV AGUSTA, TRIUMPH, ARIEL, BMW, MOTO GUZZI, JAMES, ROYAL ENFIELD and many others.
The diamonds available in the Museum of Historical Motorcycle
Some of the motorcycles in the Museum undoubtedly steal the show. There, you will see three police motorcycles that accompanied Archbishop Makarios.Also on display is the motorcycle of EOKA hero Stylianos Lenas, which he had used to transport weapons and ammunition. In the Museum of Historical Motorcycle the motorcycle of the first champion in Cyprus in 1970-1973 Turkish Cypriot Zeki Isa, is also there. Among the many exhibits, there are also world war II military motorcycles as well as other models.
The 17 Ski Centers of Greece for an escapade
Walking in the museum and seeing its photographic archive available, one can relive old times. Back when the motorcycle was the main means of transportation. It is a special cultural heritage of Cyprus in this area. If you are in Nicosia, it is worth seeing it up close.
Where to find the Museum in Nicosia
The Museum of Historical Motorcycle is located at 44 Granikos Street in Old Nicosia.
• Monday – Friday: 09.00 – 13.00, 15.00 – 18.00 (summer until 20.00)
• Saturday: 09.00 – 13.00
Site: cyclassicmotormuseum.wixsite.com
Facebook Page: Cyprus Classic Motorcycle Museum
Galata: The village of wooden balconies in Cyprus
Tamassos: The historical ancient city-kingdom of Cyprus
Obscure and impressive: the neo-Gothic towers of Athens
Kykkos Monastery: The historic church and the Throne of Panagia in Cyprus


Now there is this fun Girl Making Hearts T-Shirt.
On this shirt you can see a girl spray painting hearts and that she does really well as there are a bunch of small hearts and also a giant one that she is just finishing.
You can get this fun t-shirt in styles for men, women, and kids. You can get this shirt design in many fun colors and also in lots of sizes going all the way up to adults 5XL.
A fun shirt like this will make people smile as they can feel loved because all the nice hearts the shirt shows.
Now you can show the world around you this I Love You This Much T-Shirt as it is just perfect for Valentine's Day.
On this t-shirt you can see a heart like you have in your body only this one is heart shaped and has an arrow through it and then around it you can find the text "I Love You This Much".
You can get this fun shirt in styles for men, women, and kids and it comes in many colors and in sizes going from 6 months all the way to adults 6XL.
A shirt like this is great for Valentine's Day or just when you like to show your love to anyone you love that can see you in this fun t-shirt.
This smack of love t-shirt is a fun piece of clothing for if you like cartoon graphics sand hearts.
This t-shirt is available in styles for men, women, and kids and it comes in many colors and sizes too.
On the t-shirt you can see a comic symbol used in fights and and in the middle it says "Smack!" and it is surrounded by hearts and that makes me wonder if you smacked me with love and maybe even kisses.
It is a fun and colorful t-shirt for young and old.
If you want a cute t-shirt for Valentine's day then you should check out this I steal hearts t-shirt.
The t-shirt is available in styles for men, women, and kids and comes in many colors and sizes.
On the t-shirt you can see a heart but it is wearing a robber mask and above the heart it says "I Steal Hearts".
So if you want to give your child a cute shirt or just want to warn people around you that you are a heart stealer then wearing this t-shirt is what you want and it is the perfect shirt for Valentines and other days you want to show some love.
If you like horror movies then you should check out this I heart horror t-shirt.
The t-shirt is available in many colors, sizes, and styles for men and women.
On the shirt, you can see a big bloody heart and it also shows the text "I" and "Horror" and all together it kinda says "I Love Horror". And the I even looks like a nail that you can use to puncture the heart.
It maybe a little strange t-shirt but it also clearly gets the message out so that everyone knows you like horror movies and maybe even some horror in your life.
If you are crazy about cheese then you just need this cheesy love t-shirt as it shows the world that you love cheese.
On the shirt, you can see a big heart and it is a big cheese too with holes and everything. Below the cheese, it says "Cheesy Love".
You can get the cheese t-shirt in style for both men and women and it comes in a bunch of colors and in sizes Small – 6XL so you can get a shirt that fits even if you want some room for extra cheese.


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Stichting tot Exploitatie van het Rijksbureau voor Kunsthistorische Documentatie Conservation Documentation Pilot Project [Rembrandt] Phase II 12/17/08 $297,000 The Hague, The Netherlands Arts and Culture
New England Foundation for the Arts, Inc. National Dance Project and Related Planning 12/17/08 $1,500,000 Boston, MA, United States Arts and Culture
National Gallery of Art Scholarly Publications - Center for the Advanced Study of the Visual Arts 12/10/09 $750,000 Washington, DC, United States Arts and Culture
The Brooklyn Institute of Arts and Sciences Curatorial Support 12/10/09 $400,000 Brooklyn, NY, United States Arts and Culture
Soho Repertory Theatre, Inc. Artistic Director Discretionary Fund and Cash Reserves 12/10/09 $200,000 New York, NY, United States Arts and Culture
Anna Deavere Smith Works, Inc. Artists Without Borders 12/10/09 $100,000 New York, NY, United States Arts and Culture
Johns Hopkins University Museums and Society 12/09/10 $484,000 Baltimore, MD, United States Arts and Culture
LYRASIS HBCU Photograph Preservation - Phase II 12/09/10 $1,400,000 Atlanta, GA, United States Arts and Culture
Trisha Brown Company, Inc. TBDC Archives 12/09/10 $265,000 New York, NY, United States Arts and Culture
Opera Philadelphia Composer-in-Residence Program 12/09/10 $1,400,000 Philadelphia, PA, United States Arts and Culture
Gotham Chamber Opera, Inc. Collaborative Opera Development/Producing Associate 12/09/10 $400,000 New York, NY, United States Arts and Culture
Foundation for Contemporary Arts, Inc. Grants to Organizations Program 12/09/10 $500,000 New York, NY, United States Arts and Culture
New York University Center for Creative Research 10/17/11 $48,000 New York, NY, United States Arts and Culture
University of Delaware Stipend Support 12/01/11 $280,000 Newark, DE, United States Arts and Culture
Buffalo State College Foundation, Inc. Conservation Teaching Fellowships 12/01/11 $228,000 Buffalo, NY, United States Arts and Culture
Ballet Hispanico of New York, Inc. Dance Rehearsal Space Subsidy 12/01/11 $90,000 New York, NY, United States Arts and Culture
TOPAZ ARTS, Inc. Dance Rehearsal Space Subsidy 12/01/11 $90,000 Woodside, NY, United States Arts and Culture
Brooklyn Arts Exchange, Inc. Dance Rehearsal Space Subsidy 12/01/11 $81,000 Brooklyn, NY, United States Arts and Culture
Curtis Institute of Music eighth blackbird residency 12/01/11 $450,000 Philadelphia, PA, United States Arts and Culture
University of California at Los Angeles Conservation Graduate Program Endowment 12/01/11 $1,000,000 Los Angeles, CA, United States Arts and Culture
International Center of Photography New Directors' Initiatives 12/06/12 $125,000 New York, NY, United States Arts and Culture
Philharmonic-Symphony Society of New York, Inc. Artistic Initiatives 12/06/12 $2,500,000 New York, NY, United States Arts and Culture
San Francisco Opera Association Artistic Initiatives 12/06/12 $1,660,000 San Francisco, CA, United States Arts and Culture
Robert W. Woodruff Arts Center, Inc. Playwright Residency Program 12/06/12 $268,000 Atlanta, GA, United States Arts and Culture
Dallas Theater Center Playwright Residency Program 12/06/12 $190,000 Dallas, TX, United States Arts and Culture


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It's almost December at the White House, and Donald Trump orders his aides to put up a nativity scene on the lawn. They all grovel before him and begin their task.
"Yeah, but I'm not sure the boss will like it," says the second….


Moving with kids is one of the most responsible, difficult and problematic tasks for any family. Whether you're moving across the country or across the state, moving can turn out especially difficult and stressful experience when kids are involved.
Leaving a native home for a new one, saying goodbye to friends, disrupting your kids' regular routine, and changing something in their life may cause the stressful feeling. But sooner or later many families need to relocate to the other place. So, if you need to remove to the other location because of promotion or individual decision of your family, one of the main tasks you should do is to prepare your children for it. Of course, relocating your family may be exciting, as well as stressful or even traumatic for your child. Kids need some time to accept the news of relocation. Also, they require special attention during the transition. And now a number of questions arise: what should you do if you meet such kind of problem? What need you do the first? And how should you act to have a smooth move?
There are some important tips which may help you a lot to ease your transitions. They'll help to make the process less stressful for everyone. If you follow these tips, you'll get easy and worry-free moving experience with kids.
Little kids may not have a well understanding of what the term "move" ("relocation") means. That's why it will be wise to explain to them what it really means. Tell them what will happen and explain how will be exciting and interesting relocation with family.
Organize a great family dinner. Invite your relatives. Order some pizza and sit around the table. Express your emotions and explain to your kids why you are so happy and contented. Do not hide your pleasure. Reassure them how this move will influence your family life. Tell them how you feel about the move. Encourage your kids to discuss your move and express their feelings about it. If it is the first moving for your kids, it will be particularly difficult, because they will leave their family home. Even for adults, it is difficult to leave their family nest. Just imagine how it could be for your children. Let them know how important they are to help you with moving preparation.
Family meeting means a lot, but what about close friends of your kids? Give your kids an opportunity to say goodbye to their childhood friends who matter to them a lot. Children like a celebration. That's why it would be a great idea to turn stressful move into the exciting, positive experience. If your kids are little you can give them great pleasure by inviting a clown with balloons to your goodbye party. Children will be happy, playing different games when you'll be able to continue your move reparation. Or if everything is mostly ready to move, – invite your friends. It's very important to make some new photos. You'll recollect your friends and your goodbye party when you remove to the new house.
Of course, this move may be a challenge not only for kids but for you as well. A lot of memories, tears, positives, and negatives are connected to your home. It will be hard for you to leave your home. You may share your emotions with kids. But it's important to hide nerves, worries, stress, and tears. If you show it, your kids may pick up on it.
One of the most successful ways to help your children with stress, sadness and anxiety is to read them their favorite books. It would be great if you find moving related books like Tigger's Moving Day or The Berenstain Bears' Moving Day.
There are a lot of interesting moving kits for children. It will be a good decision for you to buy one of them for your kids. They'll make your kids to excite the move and make the move as an adventure for your children as well.
Never laugh at kids; feelings or requests. Even toddlers can explain by gestures or mime what they want. Older children will probably have a number of questions. So, be ready to prepare yourself for it. Treat your kids' feelings with respect and understanding.
Tell your kids what will be different in their lives, which advantages will appear. Make sure to explain to them that the most important things will stay the same: all their belongings (toys, clothes, favorite books etc). Tell them that everything that is in their room will also move with them. Make them sure that if they need their lovely Teddy, you'll allow them to take it on the move.
If you are moving to the other state and have narrowed the choices down from 3 to 2 houses, let your kids (especially if they are elder) participate in the selection of your future home. Show them photos, describe the neighborhoods in detail and, if you can, take a virtual tour online. Ask your children to share their 5 favorite things about each house. Make them know that you'll take into consideration their comments when making your final decision. After you've picked the house, let them know which you've chosen. It will be a great idea to celebrate it and make a family dinner.
It's one of the greatest ideas to bring the old memories with you. Ask your kids to choose the most favorite photos from the album: photos with their friends, relatives or their own photos. It will be highly important for your kids, especially if you are planning a long distance move. In this case, you'll leave relatives as well as your close friends behind. Asking your kids to make a memory board with their favorite people will be a very good decision for future. When you arrive at the new home, you'll b able to handle this memory board in a special place, so your kids will be able to see their close people every day, reminding pleasant moments they've spent together.
Provide your kid's as much info as possible. Tell them about a new home, show them the pictures of what their bedroom will look, where they'll go to school (show them their future school building), describe the new neighbors in detail, tell them about city and state (of the country) you'll move to. Prepare yourself to answer all the questions your kids may ask. Be ready to receive both positive and negative reactions. Answer the question completely, trustfully and patient. Even if the move means an improvement in your family life, kids may not completely understand it. Instead, they'll show their negative emotions and will to stay at home. That's why you need to be patient and never show your irritation or disappointment (it may make worse the problem).
For kids, the especially small move is not an easy process. That's why it would be great if your friends help you to make it easier. Ask them to play with kids outdoors. It will help you to focus on things you need to do.
Two weeks before the move, try to pack your kid's toys into the box. Not all the toys, only a part of them. Avoid packing those toys which your kids like the most. Also, if your kids are too small, pack their toys when they will sleep. It will not hurt them and save your nerves as well. Who likes when their toddlers cry? Nobody likes. That's why you should be highly careful when packing kids' items, so do not rouse them from sleep.
It will be not enough to white "toys" in the box. You need to write as more details as possible about what is in the box. It will help a lot when, for example, you need to find your child's blue car with yellow wheels or a small doll.
If it will be a long distance move, you need to make your child busy during the move. Take some books, pencils and colorful pens with yourself. You'll see how it will work.
Hold on to get rid of the old kids' furniture. If you transmit it to the new house, it will play its role. It will provide a sense of comfort and create a pleasant atmosphere as well. Also, it may be a good idea to arrange a new kids' room in a similar way (it will be of special importance for toddlers or preschoolers).
Explain to your kids that if their friends and home will change, the constant and the most important things will leave. Reassure them that you'll be always with them and near them.
If you are planning your move and your child is a teen, you should be highly careful. For older children, it is very difficult to leave their home as well as their native town. They have probably contributed numerous efforts to become a member of a particular social group. They might be involved in a romantic relationship. You should listen to them and let them know you appreciate and understand them. One of the most important tasks for you is to reassure your child that the new place will bring them more impressions, friends, and perspectives for their future college and career.
Encourage your kid or teen will stay connected with their old friends through phone calls, parent-approved social media, video chats, and through the other ways.
You should not concentrate on the move as on the terrible and annoying staff. It would be better to treat the move as an adventure. Make it into a contest (who'll sooner unpack a box of toys).Speak with your kids about their new bedroom, what color they'd like to paint it or what bed, rug, table, toys and the other things they want to have in their new room.
Do not stop your kids if they decide to return to the house on the day of the move (especially if you move to the other state). Instead, follow your children. It may help them to take a final pass and to say "goodbye" to every room and every favorite place in your house. It may be stressful for you, but remembers – do not cry.
It will be a big false if you decide to make big changes during the move. As, for example, if you decide to teach a toddler to a bed from a crib.
Make room plan to get your kids excited about your new house. If they are interested in decorating or arranging your rooms, so let them do it. Help them with it. You'll see how exciting it is to do your housework and see your kids happy when they help you with it.
No matter how old your kids are. They like your family home as well as old family traditions and customs. For example, you can keep things familiar by setting up their bedroom furniture in the same arrangement. It will minimize the changes. Also, if you have family traditions (as watching family movies or making pancakes on Sundays) try to preserve them. It will make comfortable and cozy family atmosphere and make your kids feel better at your new home.
Moving with kids can turn into an overwhelming, stressful and difficult process, especially when planning a move incorrectly or irresponsible. These tips may help you to create a comprehensive plan for moving day. It can help you a lot when you're moving with your kids.


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Theophile Alexandre Steinlen
Michelangelo Caravaggio
also known as Quatorze tournesols dans un vase
Artist: Vincent Van Gogh
Format: Oil on canvas
Sunflowers is arguably the work with which Vincent Van Gogh is most often identified. Created as part of a series meant to decorate the artist's own studio, the 1888 canvas now holds an iconic status not only in the art world but also in modern popular culture.
Van Gogh's first paintings of sunflowers were produced in Paris in 1886, but the series of which the Sunflowers masterpiece is a part was created in Arles during the summer of 1888. The painting reflects the popular aesthetics of the late 19th century, which promoted nature as a model of health and fulfilment.
The monochromatic work exploits the expressive potential of one colour, as it is composed mainly of numerous shades of yellow paint. The bold brushwork demonstrates the speed and intensity with which Van Gogh worked, but an overall stability is created through the near-symmetry of the composition. The three large forms at the bottom of the work are balanced by the three at the top, while the three smaller blooms on the left and mirrored by those on the right. The two downward facing blooms also echo each other. The careful balance of the work can also be seen in the individual sunflowers, whose thick centres are countered by the thinner paint in the outer areas.
Van Gogh's Sunflowers demonstrate the artist's desire to create art to be enjoyed, but the outward simplicity of the work is underscored by a subtle inner depth. The painting's celebration of natural beauty incorporates an awareness that this beauty is ultimately transient. The impermanence of beauty is a theme that recurs in much of Van Gogh's work. This theme in many ways mirrors Van Gogh's own life which was dedicated to creating beauty but ended tragically from suicide at the age of thirty-seven.


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