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DINING WITH DISNEY CHARACTERS: 14 SPOTS YOU'LL LOVE
When you vacation at Walt Disney World, you can wave to Mickey Mouse during parades, meet and hug princesses, and even eat with your favorite Disney characters! Disney World is home to 14 character dining locations, and they are one of the best ways to get in a delicious meal and skip the long wait times to meet characters in the parks.
Dining with Disney characters in Florida can be a fun and memorable experience for both kids and adults. Ready to find the perfect character dining location for you? Here's a breakdown of every restaurant where you can dine with Disney characters, in both the Walt Disney World Parks and Disney Resorts!
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MOST POPULAR: CINDERELLA'S ROYAL TABLE
Cinderella's Royal Table is located at the Magic Kingdom and is one of the most popular character dining experiences you can have at the Disney parks. What makes this restaurant so unique is that it is actually located inside Cinderella Castle! It's a spot where you can traditionally meet several Disney princesses while dining, as part of the Fairytale Dining at Cinderella's Royal Table experience.
Since reopening in 2020 with the parks, Fairytale Dining at Cinderella's Royal Table has hosted a modified character dining experience. In 2022, guests have the opportunity to pose for a distanced photo opportunity with Cinderella when they first arrive before being seated at their table. However, under normal operations (which will likely return at some point), guests can usually meet Cinderella, Ariel, Aurora, Jasmine, and Snow White at their table.
The restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner with an a la carte style menu. Some of the more popular dishes are the Caramel Apple-stuffed French Toast for breakfast, and the Tenderloin of Beef and The Clock Strikes Twelve dessert for lunch and dinner.
Fairytale Dining at Cinderella's Royal Table is among the most expensive in Disney World, costing $42 per adult and $27 per child for breakfast, and $62 per adult and $37 per child for lunch and dinner. However, the price doesn't make Fairytale Dining at Cinderella's Royal Table any less popular! Reservations can be tough to get, particularly for breakfast, so it is recommended that you secure your spot when the dining reservation window opens 60 days in advance.
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BEST PLACE TO MEET PRINCESSES: AKERSHUS ROYAL BANQUET HALL
If you're hoping to dine with Disney princesses, but prefer a restaurant with fewer crowds, Akershus Royal Banquet Hall is a great alternative. Located in EPCOT's Norway Pavilion, the restaurant is home to the Princess Storybook Dining experience, which includes the opportunity to meet the most Disney princesses of any character dining location in Disney World. Guests eating here can usually meet Snow White, Cinderella, Belle, Aurora, and Ariel, along with the chance of also seeing Jasmine, Mulan, and Mary Poppins.
When it comes to the menu, you'll find selections that are Norwegian-inspired for breakfast, including a "Norwegian Smorgasbord." Both lunch and dinner begin with a "Taste of Norway" that includes seafood, cheese, and meats, followed by entrees and desserts that also have a Norwegian flare. All meals are all-you-care-to-enjoy.
Breakfast is priced at $53 per adult and $34 per child, and lunch and dinner cost $63 per adult and $41 per child.
Note: Princess Storybook Dining at Akershus Royal Banquet Hall has been closed in EPCOT in 2022. Disney has not yet announced a reopening date.
MOST UNIQUE: CHIP 'N' DALE'S HARVEST FEAST AT GARDEN GRILL
Another character dining experience that can be found at EPCOT is Chip 'n' Dale's Harvest Feast at Garden Grill. This restaurant is located in the World Nature neighborhood of the park in The Land Pavilion, and is unique in that it is the only rotating restaurant in Disney World.
Here you can meet Mickey, Pluto, and Chip 'n' Dale all dressed in their farming best. Plus, you'll be saying hi and getting autographs while seated on a rotating platform that very slowly makes its way through scenes of Disney's Living With The Land attraction.
Chip 'n' Dale's Harvest Feast at Garden Grill serves all-you-can-eat, family-style meals for both lunch and dinner, and is priced at $55 per adult and $36 per child. What makes the meal here even more unique than other dining locations in Disney World, is that many of the ingredients used are grown directly in The Land Pavilion itself! For example, the Harvest-inspired Garden Salad includes ingredients from the hydroponic gardens that you can see growing on the Living With The Land ride.
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BEST PLACE TO MEET RARE CHARACTERS: 1900 PARK FARE
1900 Park Fare is located on the first floor of Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, and is home to two different character dining experiences at Disney World. In the morning, you can meet several rare characters that can't be found in the parks during the Supercalifragilistic Breakfast, including Mary Poppins, Alice in Wonderland, The Mad Hatter, Tigger, and Winnie the Pooh.
For dinner, 1900 Park Fare opens for Cinderella's Happily Ever After Dinner, during which Cinderella, Prince Charming, Cinderella's Stepsisters (Anastasia and Drizella), and Lady Tremaine make their way to each table to meet guests.
Breakfast is an all-you-care-to-enjoy buffet, with Mickey Waffles that you simply can't (or at least shouldn't) pass up! Dinner is also served buffet-style, featuring dishes that are inspired by several "kingdoms," including seafood, salad, pasta, and beef plates.
Both the Supercalifragilistic Breakfast and Cinderella's Happily Ever After Dinner at 1900 Park Fare feature one of the most famous dishes in Disney World – the Floridian Strawberry Soup. This is a dessert soup that is made with fresh strawberries and topped with whipped cream.
You can try it all for $45 per adult and $29 per child for breakfast, or $60 per adult and $39 per child for dinner.
Note: Both the Supercalifragilistic Breakfast and Cinderella's Happily Ever After Dinner at 1900 Park Fare are not yet available in 2022, as 1900 Park Fare is temporarily closed. Disney has not yet shared when the restaurant will reopen.
BEST FOR FIREWORKS VIEWS: CRYSTAL PALACE
Crystal Palace at the Magic Kingdom is another spot where you can dine with Winnie the Pooh! Plus, he's also joined by many of his friends from the Hundred Acre Woods here, including Eeyore, Piglet, and Tigger. You'll find the restaurant just off of Main Street, U.S.A. before the entrance to Adventureland, meaning that you'll have a great view of Cinderella Castle out the window as you dine.
Inside, the restaurant is themed to look like a Victorian greenhouse from the late 1800s and, while you can choose from several different American-style dishes, it is known for having a delicious Loaded Tater Tot Station. You can make a reservation here for a buffet-style lunch or dinner, with both costing $39 per adult and $23 per child.
Crystal Palace originally reopened in 2020 without the character dining experience, however, Winnie the Pooh, Piglet, Eeyore, and Tigger will return in September 2022. And, if you're hoping to catch the nightly fireworks show in Magic Kingdom, Disney Enchantment, from the restaurant, be sure to book a reservation after 8 p.m., and ask for a table by the windows!
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BEST FOR LARGE GROUPS: CHEF MICKEY'S
If you'd prefer dining at a Disney Resort, Chef Mickey's is another great option located in Disney's Contemporary Resort (which is just a monorail ride away from Magic Kingdom)! Here you can meet Mickey, Minnie, Pluto, Goofy, and Donald dressed up in their best chef costumes as part of Chef Mickey's Family Feast.
Chef Mickey's Family Feast is available for both breakfast and dinner as an all-you-can-eat family-style meal. Some of the menu highlights include the famous Mickey Waffles for breakfast and the Potato Gnocchi for dinner. Pricing is $42 per adult and $27 per child for breakfast and $55 per adult and $36 per adult for dinner. So, if you're hoping to meet Mickey and his pals at a lower cost, opt to make your dining reservation for breakfast.
Because Chef Mickey's Family Feast is located so close to the Magic Kingdom, it makes it ideal for larger groups who are looking to escape the hustle and bustle of the park without having to sacrifice too much time. The restaurant offers a lot of different seating options, and isn't as crowded as many other character dining locations in Disney World.
BEST WAY TO MEET A DISNEY VILLAIN: STORYBOOK DINING
One of the lesser-known character dining locations in Disney World is Storybook Dining at Artist Point With Snow White. It can be found at Disney's Wilderness Lodge (which is a boat ride away from Magic Kingdom), and features the opportunity to meet Snow White, The Evil Queen, Dopey, and Grumpy.
The dining room is designed to look like an Enchanted Forest, featuring lighting and sound effects to fully immerse you in the experience. Plus, the menu is themed! Open for dinner only, the prix fixe menu includes shared appetizers (such as a Wicked Shrimp Cocktail), your choice of plated entree (including Sorceress Spell of "Tricken" Chicken), and shared desserts (like The Hunter's Gift to the Queen).
Storybook Dining at Artist Point With Snow White costs $60 per adult and $39 per child and is the only character dining location that gives you a chance to meet a Disney villain. The character experiences here are amazing, and an absolute must for any Disney villain fan! While it may not be close to some of the parks, like Disney's Animal Kingdom, it's certainly worth the trip.
BEST FOR KIDS: HOLLYWOOD AND VINE
If you're traveling to Disney World with little kids, then Hollywood & Vine in Disney's Hollywood Studios is a must-do! This restaurant is home to two different character dining experiences, including Disney Junior Play n' Dine for breakfast and Minnie's Seasonal Dining for lunch and dinner.
Disney Junior Play n' Dine at Hollywood & Vine features the chance to meet Fancy Nancy, Vampirina, Doc McStuffins, and Roadster Goofy from the Disney Junior channel. Whereas, Minnie's Seasonal Dining at Hollywood & Vine features Minnie Mouse, Mickey Mouse, Goofy, Donald Duck, Daisy Duck, and sometimes Pluto.
Much like the name implies, Minnie's Seasonal Dining rotates in theming throughout the year, including Minnie's Summertime Dine, Minnie's Halloween Dine, Minnie's Holiday Dine, Minnie's Silver Screen Dine, and Minnie's Springtime Dine. The characters remain the same, no matter which season you're visiting for lunch or dinner, though their costumes change to match the theme.
When it comes to the menu, breakfast, lunch, and dinner will be switching back to a buffet service at the end of August 2022. Menu highlights include the Caramel Monkey Bread for breakfast, and the Garlic and Cracked Black Pepper Sliced Beef Tenderloin for lunch and dinner. Pricing ranges between $42-$55 per adult, and $27-$36 per child.
BEST FOR ADVENTUROUS EATERS: TUSKER HOUSE RESTAURANT
For those who are looking to eat at a restaurant that has less traditional meal options, but still have the chance to meet Disney characters, Tusker House Restaurant in Disney's Animal Kingdom is a great option! Located in the Harambe Market area of the park, Tusker House Restaurant offers an African-inspired menu and the ability to greet Donald, Mickey, and Goofy (and sometimes Minnie, Pluto, and Daisy too!) dressed in their Safari costumes.
Much like other character dining locations in Disney World, the meal at Tusker House Restaurant is served family-style, but you'll want to be sure that you're not traveling with any picky eaters. The breakfast menu does feature some classics like Mickey Waffles, however, you can also dine on dishes like Durban Chicken and Egg Curry. For lunch and dinner, the Assorted House-made Breads and the Moroccan-spiced Beef are among the more popular menu items.
Breakfast costs $42 per adult and $27 per child and lunch and dinner costs $55 per adult and $36 per child. If you'd like to beat the crowds to the park, you can book a reservation for a time before the park opens so that you can enter Disney's Animal Kingdom without the crowds!
BEST MENU: 'OHANA
Located at Disney's Polynesian Village Resort, 'Ohana is home to the Best Friends Breakfast, where guests can meet Lilo, Stitch, and Mickey (and other Disney pals) dressed in their Hawaiian best. The characters only come out for breakfast, so you'll want to be sure that you make your reservation for the right time if you're hoping to get an autograph!
Best Friends Breakfast at 'Ohana features a family-style American breakfast with Polynesian flavors, making it one of the best places to eat for almost any Disney-goer, including picky eaters! Menu highlights include Hawaiian pork sausage, assorted Hawaiian breads, and island-style breakfast potatoes. Plus, it's one of the lower-priced character dining locations, costing $25 per adult and $14 per child.
MOST AFFORDABLE: BON VOYAGE ADVENTURE BREAKFAST AT TRATTORIA AL FORNO
If you're looking for a restaurant that isn't one set price, Bon Voyage Adventure Breakfast at Trattoria al Forno Restaurant is the most affordable character dining location in Disney World. Here you can meet Ariel, Prince Eric, Rapunzel, and Flynn Rider during the Bon Voyage Adventure Breakfast.
This restaurant is less-Disney themed than many others, and the menu includes more traditional breakfast dishes like omelets, pancakes, and breakfast calzones. Each dish also comes with seasonal fruit and fresh pastries for the table to share.
Note: You may want to wait to book your reservation here if you're looking for a character dining experience, as the Bon Voyage Adventure Breakfast has not yet returned to Trattoria al Forno Restaurant in 2022. Instead, the restaurant is currently open without characters, and Disney has not made an announcement on when they may return.
BEST VALUE: CAPE MAY CAFE
Character dining at Disney World can come at a high price point, but one of the best restaurants to get a great bang for your buck is Cape May Cafe. Located in Disney's Beach Club, Minnie's Beach Bash Breakfast will return to Cape May Cafe in October 2022, so guests will once again be able to meet Minnie, Donald, Daisy, and Goofy dressed up for a beach day.
Minnie's Beach Bash Breakfast at Cape May Cafe only takes place in the morning and features a New England-inspired buffet menu and atmosphere. Here you can find entrees like Mickey and Minnie Waffles, Brioche French Toast, a Crepe Station, and Salted Caramel Bread with Vanilla Sauce.
Disney's Beach Club Resort is about a 10-15 minute walk from EPCOT's World Showcase entrance, making it a great spot to reserve for the morning before heading into the park for the day. So, while it may be a bit more out of the way for many guests, the delicious buffet, character interactions, and proximity to EPCOT make it a great value for $25 per adult and $14 per child.
MOST UNOFFICIAL CHARACTER DINING: BE OUR GUEST RESTAURANT
While not an official character dining location in Disney World, Be Our Guest Restaurant in Magic Kingdom does feature a quick chance to see a character that can't be found anywhere else in the parks – the Beast from Disney's Beauty and the Beast! However, Be Our Guest Restaurant is one of the most popular restaurants in Disney World because of its immersive theming, so you'll want to be sure to make your reservation early.
The restaurant features three themed dining rooms. The Grand Ballroom is designed to make you feel as if you've stepped into the movie, the West Wing is themed to look like Beast's study featuring the enchanted rose, and the Castle Gallery is made to be Belle's private library with tons of hidden details inside. But, it's not just the theming that makes this restaurant a must-try for many guests – the menu is also regarded as being well worth the cost.
Be Our Guest Restaurant boasts a 3-course French-inspired dining experience, including appetizers like French Onion Soup, entrees like filet mignon, and a Dessert Trio that includes The Grey Stuff from the movie! However, dining inside of the Beast's castle does come at a cost. Be Our Guest Restaurant is priced at $62 per adult and $37 per child.
While this is a very popular spot to dine in Magic Kingdom, it is important to keep in mind that it is an unofficial character dining experience. The Beast makes his way through each room sporadically throughout meal times, however, he does not greet guests at the table or pause for photos and autographs.
BEST OVERALL: TOPOLINO'S TERRACE – FLAVORS OF THE RIVIERA
The newest character dining location in Disney World is Breakfast à la Art with Mickey & Friends at Topolino's Terrace – Flavors of the Riviera. This restaurant is located at the top of Disney's Riviera Resort, offering great views while you dine.
Throughout your meal at Breakfast à la Art, you will meet Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck, and Daisy Duck. Each character is dressed up in an art-inspired outfit and the menu features some art-inspired dishes as well!
Featuring a prix fixe menu for $42 per adult and $27 per child, breakfast starts with fresh pastries and bread served in a painter's bucket. Guests then have the choice of entree, including dishes like Sour Cream Waffles, Avocado Toast, and Mickey Waffle Dippers.
Add in the fun character interactions and views, and it's easy to understand why Breakfast à la Art with Mickey & Friends at Topolino's Terrace – Flavors of the Riviera is rated as one of the best character dining locations in Disney World by guests.
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KNOW-BEFORE-YOU-GO CHARACTER DINING INFO
Where and how can you make reservations for character dining experiences?
All Disney World dining reservations (including character dining locations) can be made on Disney's website or through the My Disney Experience app. You can search for reservations by going directly to the restaurant's website and choosing the date that you'd like to dine, or by browsing all of the available restaurants by selecting "Check Dining Availability" in the "+" menu on the app.
How far in advance can I make a dining reservation for Disney's character dining locations?
All guests can make dining reservations for Disney's character dining locations (and all other restaurants) 60 days in advance. Guests staying at a Disney World hotel during their vacation no longer receive a priority dining reservation window of 120 days, as of 2020.
Are same-day reservations available?
Same-day reservations are rare to come by at Disney World's character dining locations, however they can become available from time to time. You can either search Disney's website or the My Disney Experience app for same-day availability, or you can use the new Walk-Up Waitlist feature in the My Disney Experience app.
The Walk-Up Waitlist option is not always guaranteed and you must be near the restaurant to join. Once joined through the app, you will be given an estimated wait time and receive a text message when a table is available.
Disney World's character dining experiences can cost as little as $15 per adult and up to $63+ per adult.
What kind of character interactions can I expect?
Traditional character dining has returned to most locations as of summer 2022. This means that you can get up from your table to hug and pose with characters up-close for photos when they visit your table. Additionally, Disney characters will sign autograph books if you'd like, just be sure to bring your own book and pen!
You can usually expect the Disney characters to visit your table one time during your meal. However, at some less-popular and smaller restaurants (like Hollywood & Vine or Tusker House Restaurant), you may be able to see them more than once.
As of summer 2022, this traditional experience is not available at the following dining locations:
1900 Park Fare at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort
Akershus Royal Banquet Hall in EPCOT
Trattoria al Forno at Disney's BoardWalk Inn Resort
The Crystal Palace in Magic Kingdom (characters will return here beginning September 2th0, 2022)
Cape May Cafe at Disney's Beach Club Resort (characters will return here for breakfast beginning October 4th, 2022!)
'Ohana at Disney's Polynesian Village Resort (characters will return here for breakfast beginning September 27th, 2022!)
How is the food?
When you're choosing to eat at a character dining location, the highlight of your meal will likely be the characters and not the food. However, there are some restaurants with stand-out food, like Breakfast à la Art with Mickey & Friends at Topolino's Terrace – Flavors of the Riviera, Tusker House Restaurant, and 'Ohana.
Are any discounts available?
Disney World Annual Passholders and Disney World Vacation Club Members can save 10% at all of the character dining locations.
How much time should I budget for the experience?
Dining at a restaurant that features character meet and greets typically can take anywhere from 60 to 90 minutes. Be sure to budget some travel time into your plans as well, especially if you're dining at a restaurant located at the Disney Resorts.
Do the restaurants accommodate food allergies?
Yes, each restaurant can accommodate any food allergy. Be sure to note your food allergy online when making your reservation so that Cast Members can provide you with the appropriate allergy menu. These are usually also made available online if you'd like to look in advance.
Can I modify or cancel my reservation?
All Disney World dining reservations can be modified and canceled up to one day before (usually up to 11:59PM ET). Reservations canceled after this time, along with no-shows, will incur a per-person fee.
Any other character dining spots I should know about?
There are two restaurants that offer character dining experiences outside of the Disney theme parks. The Four Seasons Resort Orlando offers a Good Morning Breakfast With Goofy and His Pals at the Ravello restaurant. Additionally, the Walt Disney World Swan & Dolphin has offered character dining in the past. However, it remains currently suspended as of 2022.
Each of these locations can be great options if you're staying at the resorts. It can be difficult to travel to them if you are not a guest at the hotel, so opting for a character dining location on Disney World property may be better for your trip.
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Jenna was born and raised in Ohio, but her fondest memories from childhood came from her many family vacations to Walt Disney World. After completing the Disney College Program in 2013 and graduating with a degree in English, she eventually turned her passion into a career and started sharing the ins and outs of planning a Disney trip like a pro through blogging. She's written in the past for the Disney Food Blog and AllEars and, when she's not writing about the most magical place on earth, you can usually find her there instead!
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The Connected Patient: Digital Tools Enhance the Patient Experience
By Alpa Vyas, Vice President, Patient Experience, Stanford Health Care
Few things in life are more stressful than the illness, injury or hospitalization of yourself or a loved one. So when designing how patients and families would experience the new Stanford Hospital, we tasked ourselves with creating an environment that would help alleviate that stress.
Our challenge was to create a digitally driven patient experience that matches the majestic façade of the new structure. From the private patient rooms to the four acres of outdoor gardens and green space to the expansive lobby, fountains and 400 pieces of original art, the physical environment of the new Stanford Hospital is absolutely stunning. The service and the culture we create inside must complement and enhance this physical environment.
From the moment patients and family members come through the doors of the new Stanford Hospital, a compassionate team of caregivers and staff will shepherd them through their health care journey. But digital tools developed specifically for the new space will also assist them. We are using smartphone technology that people already use in their daily lives to help guide patients, families and caregivers through their experience.
'Digital companion'
Stanford's MyHealth app will act as the digital companion for patients at the new Stanford Hospital. Navigating a large medical campus can be confusing. It's especially difficult for patients who are already consumed by anxiety or worry about their health or the health of a loved one. The way-finding capability within MyHealth is one way of quelling that stress and improving the experience.
Patients can also use MyHealth to check-in for appointments and procedures and speed up the admitting process before their scheduled surgery or inpatient stay. The app automatically sends appointment reminders and step-by-step directions to locations within the building, guiding patients from the parking garage to the laboratory to the infusion treatment area and back again. All of these digital touch points were created to help make the experience seamless, hassle free and calming.
Privacy and comfort
Our patient rooms are another place we've embedded digital technology to enhance the patient experience. All of our 368 rooms are private, and each is equipped with a 55-inch television, an iPad and a remote at the bedside. We understand that people feel very vulnerable as patients in a hospital bed. When designing the patient rooms, we looked at some of the small things we can put back into the hands of our patients to give them a sense of control over their environment.
Using an intuitive keypad, patients can select movies, on-demand TV, music, relaxation videos, white noise, spiritual content and patient education information; they can also stream personal content using a screencast feature built into the entertainment system. Initially developed for the hospitality industry, the entertainment system will be closer to what patients have at home with an easy to navigate user interface. Patients will also be able to control their room's temperature, lighting and window blinds, all without getting out of bed.
The new hospital's rooms have been built with ample space for family members and visitors, including a foldout couch for overnight stays. The in-room visitor area includes extra plug-ins for electronic devices and storage for personal belongings, two seemingly small features that patients and families told us were essential.
A more connected care team
New digital tools are also giving our staff more time to do what they do best—caring for our patients. Our doctors, nurses, therapists, case workers and support staff must work together to coordinate medical services and manage a patient's return to health. Improving this team's ability to communicate and collaborate easily, in a way that protects patient privacy, was a priority as we move into the larger space of the new hospital.
Stanford has implemented a new, secure messaging platform that allows providers to communicate via phone call or text about a patient's personal health information in a protected environment. That means more time for patient care, and less time searching for team members when a question arises. On an average day, 3,700 providers use the new platform to send 30,000 text messages and make 6,000 calls. It is a faster, more efficient way for our physicians, nurses and ancillary staff to collaborate on patient care.
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Luke's Top Ten Favourite Video Games of 2012!
It's that time of the year again when we, like every other frigging site out there, obediently pump out our obligatory Best of the Year lists for you to disdainfully roll your dull eyes at. DOESN'T THAT SOUND LIKE FUN!?
Actually it IS a hell of a lot of fun, which is why we're still excited to do it and why you've managed to read this far! And to reward your tenacity I am kicking things off with my Favourite 10 Video Games of 2012!
Are they without a doubt the absolute best games made this year? Well... I'll do all the usual disclaimers (and provide you with the full list)... after the jump!
So it's, of course, impossible to play every single game released and I don't pretend to be the arbiter of what makes a game great. But these are certainly the games that had the most impact for me personally this year and ate up the most of my rapidly-decreasing-in-value time.
And before we get too hot and heavy, here are some big releases that I didn't get to play:
Far Cry 3 (Although it is now at the top of my wishlist).
The Walking Dead (Because the pussy censors won't release it in Australia).
Black Ops II (Because I wasn't desperate for another Call of Duty).
Assassin's Creed III (Because I heard that it was shit).
Anything on the Wii. (Because the Wii is for babies and cats).
And I did want to make one other special mention. Just moments before writing this I had the immense pleasure of discovering, playing and completing Journey from the Playstation Network. It's a $20, two hour downloadable game that doesn't sit too comfortably on this list but is a beautifully haunting, highly atmospheric experience that I would heartily recommend to anyone with the means to play it. The innovative multiplayer helps craft a whole host of unexpected emotions and I totally wanted to hug someone by the end of it. Grab it.
And now that awkwardness is out of the way, I give you...
MY TOP TEN FAVOURITE GAMES OF 2012.
10. Torchlight II
This was by far the most contentious spot on my list as there was a slew of games that could have neatly slotted in here. I almost gave it to Blizzard's long awaited, but ultimately wearying, Diablo III, but it was Torchlight that proved to be brighter and more fun, especially when knocking the crap out of mythical creatures with friends. So I've conceded and traded Diablo's many demons for a lady berserker with a ferret as a pet.
Time factors meant that I've not nearly played enough of this as I should, but I have the constant urge to go back, plus I feel that Torchlight 2 should be rewarded for standing in front of the unstoppable juggernaut that is Blizzard and coming up on top. If you have the insatiable desire to go crawling through a dungeon, earning far more sparkly loot than you can possibly ever carry, then this is probably your game.
9. Playstation All-Stars Battle Royale
Pitting together major players from a shit-ton of franchises this game attracts the obvious comparisons to Nintendo's Super Smash Bros, but that becomes less apparent once you scratch through the surface. PASBR (as I'm sure no one is calling it) is a surprisingly deep fighter with distinct mechanics and enough innovation to feel fresh.
Admittedly I have trouble engaging with most fighting games but was very compelled by the weird roster (Nathan Drake and Bioshock's Big Daddy versus Parappa the Rapper and Fat Princess?!) and the move sets are creative, accessible and fun. For example, Kratos alone has an arsenal of weapons (including his chains, a giant hammer, various supernatural artefacts and a flaming bow) all of which even a novice can readily activate by simply combining a direction and one of the three attack buttons. Sack Boy creates objects out of thin air. Fat Princess' tier two special move involves her riding a giant malevolent chicken. It's a welcome mix of slick fighting and a strong sense of humour. You can feel the passion that was poured into this game.
8. Borderlands 2
A vast improvement on the already much-loved original, Borderlands 2 grabbed me from the overly bombastic opening titles. Everything here feels stylish and amplified from the vast, vibrant world, to the cast of quirky characters. Combine this with plenty of solid, frantic, first person shooting and there's a lot on offer to love. Plus it added the word "bonerfart" to the lexicon.
Engaging enough alone, but even better with friends, it's a game I'd sink far more time into if it didn't make my stupid computer overheat. Should have bought this one on one of the consoles. Another game that I really need to get back to.
7. Mists of Pandaria
The introduction of pandas caused a lot of Internet angst but, let's be honest, it could have been giant squids with dicks for horns at this point and it wouldn't have made a difference. You either play Warcraft or you don't, and for many of us that do (even though I mostly only play during a new expansion) the lure of continuing to level up our primary characters - this time in faux ancient China - was too strong an urge to resist. Okay, so you don't like pandas, but do you like RIDING ON DRAGONS? HOW ABOUT PUNCHING MONKEYS IN THE FACE? Exactly.
The new continent was stunning, with a never a shortage of things to do, and it was enough to bring me back for another round. Again, this is far, far better with friends and we managed to have a blast tearing up each other's critters with just the new pet battles alone. Warcraft, at least in its current form, should probably be breathing its final breaths, but I'd be lying if I didn't admit that I still managed to squeeze out a bit more fun.
6. Hitman Absolution
I'm a newcomer to the Hitman games, and I hear that this one necessarily sit too well with all long-term fans of the franchise, but it's mix of irreverence and innovative violence hooked me in. There's nothing quite as fun as sabotaging some outdoor wires so that somebody takes a lethal electric piss, or climbing up the side of a building and stealth throwing a gas bottle on a busy barbecue party. The visuals were, at times, breath-taking and there was a pleasantly surprising variety in the environments. I didn't always love the story but I did like the ways in which I was integrated into the storytelling.
I've never thought myself a fan of the stealth mechanic but there are two games on this list this year that changed my mind. After so many run and shoot games it's refreshing and rewarding to eliminate your target without being spotted. But it's also sometimes rewarding to knock out a security guard at a strip club, put on his STAFF shirt, and get up on stage with the strippers.
5. Scribblenauts Unlimited
What's this!? A 3DS game?! Unbelievable, I know, but I adore the unbridled creativity of Scribblenauts. Blessed with the ability to manifest just about anything you can think of, you get out of this game exactly what you put into it. In my case that was a flying moustache, a rideable hipster centaur and a hovercraft made out of cheese. Maxwell now has a magic backpack where you can store your favourite items you create, which in my case also included a dirty flying toilet that occasionally farts.
No longer a series of puzzle levels, this new game has a large segmented world with plenty of areas to explore and strange people to help. I stopped computer piracy on a pirate ship by setting alight a hacker and his computer. According to the game that was a valid response. I also had a great time pouring manure on people. As I said, this game is as good as you want it to be.
4. Guild Wars 2
Warcraft is a mainstay, but the real MMO innovation came from the instantly enjoyable Guild Wars 2 which effortlessly eliminated subscription fees and made working with strangers actually enjoyable and mutually beneficial through shared experience and world events. Easily the most social of role-playing games it felt like there were no real entry barriers - even the noobiest noob could chip in alongside experienced players.
My only criticism is that, thanks to all this help, I was levelling up far too fast and was eventually running out of new things to do that were of an appropriate level. But out of all the MMO's I tried this year (and there were a few) Guild Wars 2 definitely made the biggest impact.
3. Dishonored
This new IP had me more invested in stealth games than ever as I became obsessed with slinking through this strange dystopian world and subduing my foes without leaving a trace. Of course, it seldom worked out like that and I unwittingly created all sorts of death and chaos, including killing my boatman who was then unceremoniously eaten by fish.
A clever mix of Bioshock and Assassin's Creed, the real reason that this makes my top three (and the same goes for the two that follow it) simply boils down to my level of investment. These are the games that engrossed me from the moment I started playing to the closing credits. I was invested in the characters, their stories, and the outcome.
2. XCOM Enemy Unknown
So why I was invested in the nondescript "characters" in this turn-based strategy game? Because they were MY characters that I customised, and named, and levelled up from mere rookies to alien ass-kickers. Do aliens even have asses? They didn't after my team was through with them. I played this game solidly for days and every time one of my beloved squad was killed I cheated and did a reload. (Unless it was some shitty rookie that was subbing in because one of my doods was in the hospital). You look at that box art and see faceless silhouettes. But I see British assault expert Alfie "Chav" Egganchips, heavy weapons expert Jesus "Cheesus" Doritos, and sassy sniper Abby Baps.
This game flew under my radar on release but once I finally heard enough about it to get my hands on it I was instantaneously hooked. Turn-based strategy may even have become my genre of choice. I should have been a military commander! Seriously! Trust me! I'll only accidentally kill off the people I don't like!
1. Mass Effect 3
The ending upset people. It kind of upset me a little too but only because I was insanely invested in my (female) Commander Shepherd and her ongoing epic story. Surrounded by characters that I had hand-chosen and accompanied on many, many a mission this was an emotionally draining final episode as the vice slowly closed around an entire universe. The decisions were gut-wrenching.
I love just about every piece of this game: the design, the characters, the dialogue, the music. If I didn't love the ending it was only because I didn't want it to end. A classic.
And so...
I think that 2011 was a better year overall, but 2012 had its handful of gems. My biggest disappointment this year was that the big releases felt few and far between, and one of my most anticipated games, Bioshock Infinite, was pushed to 2013. With fewer bigger titles I found myself playing more throwaway licensed games to get my fix. And there was some genuine fun to be had there. I want to give a quick shout out to The Amazing Spider-Man, Transformers: Fall of Cybertron, and Lego Lord of the Rings, all of which grabbed me for the time it took to play them.
And I didn't get too deep into them but enjoyed my time playing the following MMORPGs: Tera, and The Secret World. And Planetside 2 would be great if I knew how to play it!
What were your favourites this year? Really? God, that's terrible.
Tomorrow will be my ten favourite films!
Posted by Luke Milton at 10:31 PM
Labels: Borderlands 2, Dishonored, Guild Wars 2, mass effect, Top Ten 2012, videogames, World of Warcraft
Ryan December 30, 2012 at 10:45 PM
I'm onboard with everything you say here - especially Mass Effect 3 as the best game of 2012 - except for Hitman: Absolution. I can't tell you if that is really a good game or not because I was hit by a game-breaking bug about halfway through that deleted my save game, and I haven't touched it again since. It was a really common glitch in the first couple of weeks of release and I have no idea if they've fixed it, but man oh man, there's nothing worse in a game. Nothing worse.
Suzanne December 31, 2012 at 2:56 AM
Going to back up the Journey recommendation. It was like living in a Miyazaki film. Absolutely magical and truly innovative.
ME3 was also my favorite of the year in spite of/because of the devastating end sequence. I was SO INVESTED by that point that the credits rolled and I was sobbing loudly and hysterically. A game has never done that to me before, never. Oh god my beloved Garrus
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Defend Greater Idlib against All Attacks! International Solidarity with the ongoing Liberation Struggle of the Syrian People against the Assad Regime and its Imperialist Masters!
Greetings on the 8th anniversary of the Syrian Revolution from the Revolutionary Communist International Tendency (RCIT), 15 March 2019, www.thecommunists.net
Brothers and Sisters in Syria, in the Refugee Camps abroad and in the Diaspora!
The RCIT sends you its warmest greetings in this difficult hour! You are heroically revolting against the criminal regime of Bashar al-Assad since eight years! You have given hundreds of thousands of martyrs and myriads of scarifies for the cause of liberation from the tyranny!
We send our greetings to the steadfast men and women in the Greater Idlib area, to the courageous youth in Dar'a demonstrating again on the streets and to the heroic mujahideen in the ribat!
Today, your resilience is tested again by the renewed attacks of the Assadist and Russian killing machinery which is merciless bombing civilian areas in Idlib city, Saraqib, Kafr Zeita, Khan Sheikhon, and other towns.
The RCIT – like all authentic socialists and democrats, all righteous men and women – has supported the Syrian Revolution since the very first hour in March 2011. Our solidarity continues irrespective of our political opposition to the dominating forces in the liberated areas in the North. And our solidarity will continue because the cause of liberation remains a just one!
Only traitors have left the battle field in the past years and dropped the legitimate liberation struggle! We denounce the Stalinist and Bolivarian forces which drag the name of "socialism" through the mire by supporting the criminal regime of Assad!
We repeat our warning against the Astana and Sochi conspiracy by the regimes of Russia, Iran and Turkey. The recent installation of a "joint coordination centre" of Russia and Turkey represents a massive danger for the Syrian Revolution! Make no mistake: Erdoğan is preparing to sell out the Syrian people in order to receive some favor from Putin!
The RCIT emphasizes that the liberation struggle must be based on democratically-elected workers and popular councils and militias. It must not rely on any Great Power (like U.S., European or Russian imperialism) nor on any regional power. It must seek the revitalization of the liberation struggle in the territories occupied by the Assad forces. And it must strive to internationally link the Syrian Revolution with the popular struggles of the heroic people fighting against foreign occupiers and dictatorships in Palestine, Algeria, Sudan, Yemen, Egypt, Iraq, Iran, Jordan, Tunisia, etc.!
Victory to the popular liberation struggle against the criminal regime and its imperialist masters!
For an international solidarity movement with the ongoing Syrian Revolution!
For a free Syria, a socialist Syria – a Syria which respects the national and religious rights of all people!
International Bureau
The RCIT has published a number of booklets, statements and articles on the Syrian Revolution which can be read on a special sub-section on this website: https://www.thecommunists.net/worldwide/africa-and-middle-east/collection-of-articles-on-the-syrian-revolution/


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By working long hours, Uber drivers are putting passengers and pedestrians at risk of dangerous car accidents in New York
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Every month almost 100 auto accidents in New York City are caused by drivers who fell asleep or who are drowsy behind the wheel. According to a recent article in the Post, Uber drivers must work more than 19 hours every day to make ends meet. This situation is putting Uber passengers, pedestrians and other New York road users at the risk of dangerous accidents.
The Taxi and Limousine Commission regulation prohibits cabbies from driving more than 12 hours straight. However very few Uber driver seem to respect this rule. If they would they would simply not make enough money.
Limo Drivers were protesting last week at city airports against a cut of 15% of the fares that took place at the end of January. Uber may have simplified the life of many New York commuters but for cabbies and limo drivers conditions have only gotten worse. Those who owned yellow taxi medallions have seen the prices plummet with Uber competition and regular limo companies have lost many clients to Uber. Limo drivers are making so little money on their fares these days that they are forced to work long hours.
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Pedestrians have a higher risk of being injured in a New York car accident during the winter months than during the summer months. Recent statistics related to pedestrian injury in New York city show that 1,107 pedestrians were injured in January 2013 and 902 in January 2014. The graph below indicates that since 2013, the monthly number of pedestrians injured in a vehicle accident in NYC was always above 900 during the cold months of October, November, December and January. During the warm months of July and August this number was always below 900. Last year the monthly number of pedestrians injured in a crash was below 900 from February to September included. Even though too many people are still injured on the streets of the city, statistics show a trend of decreasing injuries. The Vision Zero initiative can be somewhat related to this improvement.
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The number of pedestrians injured or killed in traffic accidents reached a record low while the number of bicyclists injured or killed reached a record high during the warm season in New York City
The number of pedestrians injured or killed in a traffic accident in New York City over a period of 3 months reached a record low during the period of July, August and September 2015. 2186 pedestrians were injured during this period of time compared to 2270 during the same period of 2014 and 2710 during the same period of 2013. So far there were fewer pedestrians were injured in traffic accidents in 2015 than in 2014 or in 2013. 21 pedestrians died in a car accident this summer compared to 38 during the summer of 2014 and 39 during the summer of 2013.
The number of people who suffered personal injury in a bicycle accident over a 3 month period reached a record high between July and September 2015 with a total of 1648 injuries compared to 1507 for the same period of 2014 and 1468 for the same period of 2013. More and more people are riding bicycles in New York City resulting in an increase in bicycle accident injuries. 8 people died in a bicycle accident this summer. This is the same as last summer. Over the year so far less people died in a bicycle accident in 2015 than in 2014.
The number of passengers injured in a car accident in NYC has been decreasing over the last 3 years and for every season. This summer, during the months of July, August and September 4121 passengers suffered personal injury in a car accident, compared to 5193 in 2014 and 5754 in 2014. The number of passengers killed in a car accident during the warm season has been increasing every summer over the last 3 years in New York City. Between July and September 2015, 10 passengers died in a car accident in New York City compared to 9 for the same period of 2014 and 6 for the same period of 2013. So far more passengers died in a NYC car accident in 2015 than in 2014 or in 2013.
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The monthly number of pedestrians killed in vehicle accidents in New York City in September reached a record low while the number of people killed in bicycle accidents remained on an uptrend; truck and bus accidents are also on the rise
776 pedestrians, 513 bicyclists, 1236 passengers and 1960 motorists suffered personal injury in motor vehicle accidents in New York City in September compared to respectively 714 pedestrians, 565 bicyclists, 1448 passengers and 2010 motorists in August and 751 pedestrians, 485 bicyclists, 1677 passengers and 1523 motorists in September 2014.
While the number of pedestrians injured in NYC traffic accidents has been below 1000 since the beginning of 2014, the number of people injured in bicycle accidents stayed over 500 for the last 3 months. The number of motorists injured has also been unusually high and staying above 2000 for the last 3 months.
4 pedestrians, 2 bicyclists, 2 passengers and 6 motorists died in motor vehicle accidents in September compared to 11 pedestrians, 3 bicyclists, 2 passengers and 5 motorists in August and 13 pedestrians, 1 bicyclist, 4 passengers and 8 motorists in September 2014. The Vision Zero Initiative is having a positive impact. Since the beginning of the year, it is the fourth month that the total monthly traffic fatalities are below 15. In 2014 it happened only twice and in 2013 the monthly number of people dying on New York City Streets never went below 15.
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After 11 pedestrians died and several others were injured in traffic accident in New York City last week, the efficiency of Vision Zero program is being questioned
Three pedestrians died in New York car accidents over the weekend after 8 others already died during the week. Two of the accidents happened on the Upper West Side (see previous blogs here and here) and the third one happened in Ozone Park, Queens where a 68 year old man was struck by a car (read more here). Several people suffered serious personal injury in NYC this weekend as well. A bicyclist in his 60s was struck by a car Saturday morning around 10:30 am in Hollis Queens. A pedestrian suffered severe leg injury after being struck by a fire truck at E. 15th St. and Irving Place in Manhattan on Saturday night. (Read more in the NY Daily News)
These accidents happened shortly after Mayor de Blasio told journalists in a press conference that it had been a "very tough week" and that Vision Zero has "never been more necessary". The mayor indicated that since zero vision was initiated the number of speeding tickets doubled and the number of failure to yield tickets tripled. (Read more in the Gothamist).
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Red curb paint requested for Royal Boulevard; fallen street sign in "The Oaks"; lavender blocks view of oncoming traffic on Hill Road; manhole cover at Locust Grove Road and Pine Avenue gets noisy -- again.
Dear Road Wizard: Who is responsible for painting curbing red in no-parking zones? The north side of Royal Boulevard between Dale and La Pointe streets is marked with "No Parking" signs, yet the curbing is not red. This must be the reason people still park there even though it's a traffic lane. Can you please get the word to the proper authorities to get this painted? Maybe that will stop people from parking there and blocking traffic.
"Seeing red" may be a natural reaction for drivers who encounter an illegally parked vehicle obstructing traffic. However, painting curbs as a means to restrict parking isn't common practice on public roads.
Signs are the better choice. Moving signs is easier than removing paint, signs are clearly seen at night, and they require less maintenance. Plus, they can include information such as time-of-day parking restrictions.
There are many parking restriction signs posted on this section of Royal and around the new private, off-campus Boise State University housing. However, it's easy to see how the no-parking signs on the northern side of Royal between Dale and La Pointe might be ignored by those seeking quick access to apartments.
The request to add red paint is a reasonable one since a section of curb is painted red on the other side of Royal. However, red usually indicates a fire lane, not a no-parking zone.
The various markings and signs may confuse people because each side of the road is getting a different treatment. While ACHD does not paint curbs, ACHD does give permission for other agencies to do it in certain cases. Royal is a narrow road, and fire lanes were needed to help clear space for emergency vehicles that may need to access the hundreds of new residences.
Dear Road Wizard: Who is responsible for street signs that have been knocked down? There is one in "The Oaks" subdivision between Black Cat and McDermott roads that has been knocked down.
Thank you for reporting this; the signs have been replaced.
ACHD handles street signs on local public roads and knockdowns are pretty common, even more so than graffiti on signs.
Signs also need to be replaced when they wear out, but that is becoming less routine. Better quality materials mean signs that are still standing are outlasting their 10-year warrantees.
Dear Road Wizard: On the corner of Whitehead Street and Hill Road there is a lovely, but overly large clump of lavender that obstructs the view when trying to make a left turn onto Hill Road. With the new "dogbone" roundabout, cars are trickling down Hill Road making it trickier to turn than when cars traveled in a platoon. Can you help us get the lavender and anything else blocking the view removed?
ACHD will give the homeowner a chance to do some pruning before swooping in to cut the lavender back. I would love to get a bundle for myself.
Dear Road Wizard: The manhole cover at Locust Grove Road and Pine Avenue in Meridian clanks loudly.
It sure does! Meridian's Wastewater Division is in charge of this noisy nuisance, although ACHD has handled many similar complaints, which seem to come in every year. Meridian has fixed the manhole before, only to have the sound return, so ACHD has requested a more permanent solution.


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Working Class Histories
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Mapping Lambert's Point
Avi Santo & Tom Chapman (Old Dominion University)
Do you know the history under your feet? At Old Dominion University, students are collecting the untold stories of Lambert's Point, a historically black neighborhood partially destroyed to make way for the ODU campus. Avi Santo and Tom Chapman are leading the project to recover Norfolk's black history from the 1900s to today.
Community Against Coal
Jason Sawyer (Norfolk State University)
In 2010 the small, mostly black community of Fulton, just outside of Richmond, Virginia, was shocked to learn a black mountain of 85,000 cubic yards of toxic coal ash had been deposited at the edge of a landfill half a mile from the town center. Jason Sawyer says low income communities are often targeted by industrial polluters, looking for the cheapest and easiest way to dispose of toxic materials.
Understanding Homelessness
Debra Schleef (University of Mary Washington)
There's a lot of misinformation about homelessness—what causes it, what perpetuates it, and how to solve it. Sociologist Debra Schleef says that learning the truths about homelessness can change the way we think about these vulnerable people.
The End of Telework?
Kevin Rockmann (George Mason University)
Kevin Rockmann has found that having a number of people work off-site has negative side effects on the folks who come into the office every day.
Cloak & Dagger in the Workplace
Rachel Frieder (Old Dominion University)
Have you had a colleague who is destructive or ruthless? Rachel Frieder is part of a study that looks for ways to control these workplace saboteurs.
The Dark Side of Creativity
Gayle Dow (Christopher Newport University)
There can be a dark side to creativity. Gayle Dow looks at malevolently creative people who are constantly thinking of new ways to do us harm.
History • Business, Folkways, Politics • Christopher Newport University, George Mason University, Norfolk State University, Old Dominion University, University of Mary Washington, University of Richmond, University of Virginia, Washington and Lee University
The Short Listen: Mapping Lambert's Point
When urban universities expand, working-class neighborhoods are often the first casualty.
A Summer Without Children
In the summer of 1950, Wythe County had the highest incidence of Polio cases per capita of any city or county in the country. To this day, no one is sure exactly why.
Bernard Cohen and the Legacy of Loving
Bernard Cohen, one of the two lawyers who successfully took on one of the last laws underpinning legal segregation in the landmark Loving v. Virginia case, died on October 12… Read More»
Witnessing the Dawn of Black Voting
The 15th Amendment became part of the US Constitution 150 years ago on February 3, 1870. In this special election-season Fellows talk, presented on October 27, 2020, Virginia Humanities' Fellow …


Great things come in small packages. Nothing is truer than the life of a micro influencer. And who is that? It's US yo! People trust their friends, so when you talk about the places and things you love on social media, you are actually helping to keep your favorite places in business. That's right you little micro influencer!
1. Photos may be captured on ANY type of photographic device.
2. Photos must be taken the same day they are posted.
3. Photos may be color corrected, filtered or retouched.
4. Photos must include a mention of the local business you are supporting.
Strike a pose and give us your best duck face. From apparel to interior design, if it's beautifully made this is your category.
Hair, make-up and beard trims. If it makes you feel good on the outside then frame it up and post.
All of the things that make our city beautiful from art, music and community organizations. Show some love to the people making our world a better place.
Work that body. If it moves you, grooves you and just makes you wiggle with joy then snap a photo and share it.
Shout out to the tasty treats that keep us going. Show us your best food photography on the final day of the challenge.
Every day of the challenge we will be going LIVE on Facebook to reveal the previous day's TOP 2 Photos. At the end of the challenge 3 WINNERS will be crowned.
All three winners will receive a PRIZE PACK filled with a tonne of sweet goodies from our judges, sponsors and Social Made Local. We encourage people from all over the planet to participate, however winners must be able to pick their prizes up at Joyne in Saskatoon.
Fashion, music and street culture, Logan is bringing his watchful eye that has brought Eleven03 to life. Keep it original and we shouldn't have a problem. Alright.
Internationally traveled and locally adored, our perfect blonde, Celene will make sure your beauty content is ready for the runway. Oh and honey, go easy on the filters.
From macro social work to micro beads, Karen is the queen of social enterprise and female leadership. Look to her for insights on how social media connects us all.
From inspiration to perspiration, Amy is the full package. Catch her on the bike, slaying hair or leading this year's Pride Festival as Co-Chair. Get it girlfriend!
With a heart of gold and a steel fork, Blair is the ultimate foodie. Watch for her to grill the competition with her keen eye for food photography. Waiter, another round!
Don't get in this girl's grid. From orange undertones to an obsession with perfection, Tannis doesn't mess around with aesthetic. Look for her to be cracking down on poor taste and social media faux pas. Work!
Created by T Squared Social. We love making great content and helping people with their social media. Enjoy!
Created by T Squared Social. We are a Saskatoon based social media agency with a focus on education, content creation and management. We love making great content and helping people with their social media.


A lot of business owners may not want to get involved in the finance of their very own startup small business. But it is actually really essential for you to have a better understanding of your business or company. The following are the aspects of your business that you are required to pay attention to and get right. It is important that you are knowledgeable and has a better understanding as much as you possibly can. You will be liable with all the decisions at the end of the day and not your lawyer or accountant, they are just there to provide you with professional advice. Also, do not assume that they are always correct. You can ask questions and ensure you have enough information in order to make sound decisions.
Created a projected financial plan on a month to month basis which should be broken down into your revenue streams, overhead expenses, direct expenses, loss calculation and tallying up to a profit. Ensure that your 12-month projection is on the same worksheet with a total of the year. It is important that you track this every two weeks and entering the actual figures in the column next to the month you are in at the moment. This will provide you with an easy and quick way of following the activities of your business, including revenue streams that may not be performing well, what is going on with your expenses as well as overall profit and loss. You will be able to also see month to month patterns which will provide you with an indication on where you should be focusing your energy on. You can compare your estimates at the end of each year with the actual data and make use of these information to come up with a plan for the next year.
Create budget for all your expenses as well and make sure that these are rightfully communicated to you business' various departments. This will aid in keeping your spending under control. It is important that you know where and why each dollar is going out of your business.
When it comes on the legal side of your business, be what they call a legal eagle. Review all of the contracts that you need to sight with a fine tooth comb. This is the part of the business where being lazy is not acceptable. Many individuals made the mistake of not reading the fine print, but it is a must to go through each term and condition very carefully if you are putting your signature into it. Do not be hesitant to ask question clauses or to propose any changes suitable to you and your business' needs to make it better. If you are in doubt, have your lawyer walk you through the contract.
At the end of the day, your business is a reflection of your decisions and choices. The other element of this is that it provides you with freedom. Aside from making your own decision about what to do with your time, but also the freedom to direct where you want your business to go.
Blog spc-law.com has a lot of content focused around the legal and more technical aspects of running your business, which is not surprising since Kelvin Moser has been a tax and business attorney since 1977.


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Buddha Turmeric Ginger Tea
Frequently paired for consumption, the combination of turmeric and ginger in tea is an obvious winner when seeking a warming, stimulating cup. Considered close relatives as far as roots go, in this instance together really is better.
What Exactly is Turmeric?
For thousands of years, India has been the largest turmeric producer on the planet. Though today it is cultivated throughout the world, we often associate its strong flavor with Indian foods, and its ayurvedic reputation as a powerful healing agent for a myriad of conditions. With its pungent taste and bright yellow color, combined with its notable popularity as a healing agent, turmeric has earned a distinctive, and distinguished place in both the kitchen and the medicine cabinet. Turmeric may be the "it" food product of our times, but it's ancient to modern usage in the Hindu culture spans from wedding rituals, to clothes dying, to healing salves. Today, piggy-backing on another culture's blessings is normal, and we take it for granted. For those interested in learning more about the plethora of uses for turmeric, the information is vast and readily available via the internet.
What Exactly is Ginger?
Shaped like a horn: this is what ginger means in Sanskrit. This ancient spice, first cultivated and used in ancient China and India, was reportedly recorded in the writings of the Chinese philosopher, Confucius, best known for creating and espousing the Golden Rule, which preaches that one should not do to others what one would not want have done to them. Closely related to turmeric as a root, and a powerful healing spice, China, India, and Arabic cultures have included ginger as a staple in their diets and medicinal remedies for countless years. Best known perhaps as an effective aid for stomach ailments, most notably nausea, ginger is a common inclusion in the foods of many Asian cultures.


If someone asked you, what are the three most important things to teach our children, what would you say?
How would you know? It is all subjective.
What about if the richest and wisest man in history wrote a book to his son and taught him almost 200 times on one subject in one book? How important would that be?
What do you think that topic is?
This book will give you the top three things that Solomon taught his son, and each topic has seven lessons for each topic.


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AARP AARP States Rhode Island
Stay informed about Social Security, retirement planning, financial security, consumer protection, careers and more.
I learned how Medicare changed in 2021 and what it may mean for me. What will you learn?
By AARP Virginia, OCT 29, 2021
Medicare changes every year, which means it can get a little complicated when trying to understand what's new for you. Join us for a free webinar where we'll discuss the key takeaways from this year's Medicare changes and what they may mean for your benefits.
I learned how to confidently enroll in Medicare. What will you learn?
Is your 65th birthday coming up? You know what that means: It's time to prepare for Medicare. Get ahead of the game with answers from our free webinar on Medicare, including when to enroll, what's covered and where to find help along the way.
Fighting for Property Tax Relief
AARP Rhode Island testifies on a bill that could lower taxes for struggling older homeowners.
Could Someone You Know Help You Get a Job You Want?
By Craig Davis, MAY 16, 2019
Learn essential networking and interviewing skills at our free, two-part webinar.
Get a Bigger Social Security Check Every Month
By Craig Davis, FEB 27, 2019
Attend AARP's Free Webinar to Find Out How
You Have a Lot to Offer Potential Employers. Help Them Recognize It.
Learn How to Leverage Your Skills and Experience at AARP's Free, Two-Part Webinar
Explore the Possibilities of Part-Time Work
By Craig Davis, JAN 10, 2019
Sign Up for Our Free Online Work and Skills Event
We're Ready to Help Boost Your Career
By Craig Davis, SEP 1, 2018
Attend AARP Rhode Island's Live! Online Career Expo
R.I.'s work force gets grayer every year
By John Martin, SEP 7, 2016
Former Secretary of State Kathleen Connell, the 79-year-old who heads AARP Rhode Island,
Renewing the call to reform RI payday lending
By John Martin, MAY 20, 2015
AARPRI joined a group of the state's public interest advocates to testify once again on a bill to reign in Rhode Island payday lenders. These out-of-state lenders increasingly target recipients of Social Security and other government benefits, including disability and veteran's benefits. Below is the May 20th written testimony submitted by AARP@TheStateHouse volunteer Gerry McAcoy as well as video of his oral testimony.
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¿Está ... ? Is ... there?
No, no está. No, he's/she's not.
¿Puedo hablar con ... ? May I speak to ... ?
Sí, me encantaría. Yes, I would love to.
Estoy muy emocionado/a. I'm overcome with emotion.
¡Encantado/a! I would love to!
Me parece genial. That sounds great.
Me parece fantástico. That sounds fantastic.
Me parece chévere. That sounds cool.
Me parece fabuloso. That sounds fabulous.
Confía en mí. Trust me.
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Sin duda. Without a doubt.
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Contact Greg to discuss your web store projects or invite him to speak at your organization.
Internet marketing is critical to success in today's market, and also highly challenging- even for tech savvy and business professionals. As technology has improved and changed the way we do business we have many more choices and a lot of information about web commerce. Large companies can devote major resources to their webstores but small and medium businesses are often challenged and short changed. Greg Jameson is here to help these clients provide the strategy and execution of world class eMarketing techniques to increase their market position, bolster revenue, and strengthen their brand names.
Greg Jameson has been at the forefront of digital commerce since the start and brings 30+ years of web development and e-commerce mastery. Greg has a history of bringing the technical, leadership, and communication skills to large organization like Chase Paymentech, Ball Aerospace and Los Alamos Labs. As the president of WebStores Ltd., he is now focusing this expertise on CEO's of both established and emerging businesses than need a profitable web store presence. As a public speaker he dynamically brings these eMarketing techniques to organizations of all sizes, with tailored approaches for multiple types of industries and organizations.
Greg Jameson often referred to as an Internet pioneer. He has been called "America's leading expert on marketing like Amazon". The #1 best-selling author of "The Influencer Effect", "Amazon's Dirty Little Secrets", "What Would Jeff Do?", "Grow Your Online Sales", and a host of other books, he is a sought-after consultant and speaker whose goal is to make you successful on the Internet. He has awards for international developer of the year, Colorado Small Business of the Year and listed on the INC 500 of fastest growing companies in America.


The forklift operator training course is designed give new forklift operators an understanding of the physics pertaining to forklifts; to give an understanding of the seriousness of operating a forklift; and to outline the responsibilities for operating a forklift. This program specifies basic knowledge and skill requirements needed for safe operation of lift trucks and their attachments. The three days training course allows participants more time on the machine to learn how to safely operate the forklift. Upon successfully completing the written and practical evaluation the participant receives a certification valid for 3 years.
Class sizes will be kept small in order to provide new operators with as much practical time possible in the 3 days.
At the end of the training, participants will be tested and the test is divided into two parts the written and practical evaluation. The participant needs to achieve 80% score in the written test in order to pass.
Participants are not allowed to take the practical training without wearing the safety shoes/boots.


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A Conversation on College Admission from Agnes Scott College
Agnes Scott College Office of Admission
Agnes at a Glance
College Admission Process, How To
How To: Do Dual Enrollment in High School
Do you feel like everyone you know is taking dual enrollment courses? Are you considering dual enrollment courses? Better yet, are you currently taking dual enrollment courses?
If you answered yes to any of these questions, you are not alone! According to the Atlanta Journal Constitution, "Enrollment has nearly doubled in a recent four-year stretch, from about 27,000 students in fiscal year 2016 to nearly 52,000 students in fiscal year 2019, state records show."
Dual Enrollment in Georgia is a state-sponsored initiative that allows students to take courses for college credit while they are still in high school. The initiative prides itself on giving students a "head start" on college.
Agnes Scott has its own version of dual enrollment called joint-enrollment. I know what you're thinking: why not just call it dual enrollment? Because we are a private institution, we do not technically fall under the state sponsored program and use joint-enrollment to differentiate our program. They function very similarly; high school students are still earning college credit by taking classes at Agnes Scott. However, there are some differences when it comes to the admission process and financial aid. For more information, please visit our joint-enrollment website.
While most students are familiar with dual enrollment, they may not know what the experience entails. Students have a wide range of honors, AP, IB, and dual enrollment options, and it's difficult to know what might be best for each student. To help explain what the dual enrollment process is really like, I interviewed three Scotties who completed dual enrollment in high school.
Gabby Hall, a Dekalb Early College Academy (DECA) alum from the Class of 2020 and incoming first year student, said, "[dual enrollment] helped me to understand the college system. I learned how to manage my time well. I had lots of free time and was able to choose my classes." Dual enrollment is more than just a head start; for students like Gabby, it offers freedom and flexibility. At DECA, dual enrollment is actually the norm, and all students graduate with an Associate's degree.
"Dual enrollment really helped me fall in love with college and going to college…I discovered who I was and how I wanted to present myself."
Gabby Hall, incoming first-year student
Other states have similar programs to Georgia's. Taylor Yates, a rising sophomore at Agnes Scott, completed dual enrollment through a local community college in Washington. One thing that stuck out to Taylor was the classroom diversity. She was learning alongside students who were her parents' age and students who had very different life experiences from her. At times this could be a bit intimidating, since she was often one of the youngest people in the room; however, she learned to embrace the discomfort and understand her value. "Don't be afraid to be involved in class," she said. "Speak up. You have as much power as anyone else at the college."
There are academic gains with dual enrollment as well. For example, Gabby mentioned that dual enrollment helped her build better relationships with professors and better understand their expectations. "Dual enrollment makes you understand how important it is to talk to professors. They want you to come to office hours and take initiative," she said.
While some students stay at their joint enrollment institution for all four years and earn their bachelor's degree, some use their experience as a launching pad and choose to attend another institution after high school graduation. Rahquel Garcon, a DECA alum of 2020 and incoming first year Scottie, told us that "dual enrollment really helps you get a feel for a college campus, and you can use that later on with college decisions. I knew I wanted a liberal arts college because I wanted freedom and flexibility in my studies… being in an open minded environment was also a big deal for me." If you choose to pursue another post-secondary institution, it's important to make sure your credits will transfer. Exploring an institutions' website or contacting the admission/registrar's office are both good places to start.
Even though Rahquel had the advantage of taking dual enrollment courses before college, she still is looking forward to growing and challenging herself at Agnes Scott in the fall. "I know I'll have to step up my game and prepare for more difficult coursework. I want to be even more communicative with my classmates and professors."
"Don't be afraid to be involved in class. Speak up. You have as much power as anyone else at the college."
Taylor Yates, rising sophomore at Agnes Scott
Clearly there are advantages to students, but how do admission committees feel about dual enrollment courses? Each institution varies, but Agnes Scott uses holistic review and looks at the courses a student has taken in the context of what was offered at their high school. For example, our admission committee likes to see that students have challenged themselves and gone beyond the minimum requirements needed to graduate. What each high school offers varies, so we take the school curriculum into account. The bottom line is that we want to see you have taken advantage of the more rigorous opportunities given to you, and one way of showing that could be through dual enrollment.
Signing up for dual enrollment can sometimes be a leap of faith. It pushes you out of your comfort zone and introduces a whole new learning environment with students who may be older than you. Here is Rahquel's advice if you're feeling a little indecisive: "It's important to have confidence in your dual enrollment courses," she says. "Even if you don't know what you want to major in or are worried about making the right decision for your future, it's important to push forward. Even if you don't have it all figured out, don't be afraid; you can't go wrong."
Alexsis Skeen is the Assistant Director of Admission at Agnes Scott College and has been at Agnes Scott since 2017. She enjoys biking, reading, and spending time with family. Her obsession with buffalo dip and and spicy Schezwan noodles are legendary.
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