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Matthew's Ultimate South African Golf Tour
15 Days in South Africa
Begin in the Mother City and discover the best greens, Constantia's charming vineyards and the majestic Table Mountain before continuing your Cape Wineland adventure in Franschhoek - known to be the 'food-and-wine' capital of the country. From here. take a drive along the scenic Garden Route via the Overberg before changing scenery entirely for the fascinating landscapes of the Panorama Route. Finally, join the incredible wildlife of the Sabi Sand for an unforgettable safari experience.
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Ideal duration: 15 Days
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2 Nights in Cape Town
The beat of the Mother City
Cape Town is a vibrant melting pot of colour, creativity and cuisine. With its flat, larger-than-life mountain harbouring white sandy beaches, bountiful vineyards and a bustling waterfront at its base, it's a destination...
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Cape Town is a vibrant melting pot of colour, creativity and cuisine. With its flat, larger-than-life mountain harbouring white sandy beaches, bountiful vineyards and a bustling waterfront at its base, it's a destination made for unforgettable experiences.
Table Mountain National Park contains over 9,000 species of fynbos
Cosmopolitan, white sandy beaches such as Camps Bay and Clifton attract for sunbathing, sundowners and surfing
Swim with penguins at Boulders Beach or take a boat to Robben Island where former president Nelson Mandela was imprisoned for 18 years
The V&A Waterfront is a retail mecca with shops, restaurants and entertainment galore
Our favourite properties in Cape Town
Steenberg Hotel
The Last Word Constantia
The Cellars-Hohenhort
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Indulge in the opulence of Steenberg Hotel
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Steenberg Hotel is part of the well-designed "Steenberg Experience", which combines luxury accommodation, fine dining and award-winning wines on one estate. From bird-watching to an 18-hole golf course, the estate boasts a host of activities and facilities. Found on the oldest farm in the Constantia Winelands, this hotel makes the most of its epic location and views.
A five-star hotel with 24 luxury units, decorated with African traditional finishes
In the Constantia Wine Valley, home to an array of wine estates and eateries
Facilities at the hotel ranging from a swimming pool to the Ginkgo Spa
Options to go wine tasting or play golf in the surrounds of the hotel
Restaurants on site with gourmet meals prepared by expert chefs with local ingredients
Country elegance in the Cape
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The Last Word Constantia is for those wanting to escape the hustle and bustle of cosmopolitan Cape Town only to be enveloped in elegant country-style living. An exclusive boutique hotel with impeccable service and attention-to-detail, relaxation awaits in this setting with its tranquil, lush garden and majestic mountain views.
Only 20 minutes from Cape Town – but it feels like a world away
Within easy access to the Constantia Winelands, Kirstenbosch Gardens and other attractions in the area
Varying categories of rooms with five-star amenities
Custom-prepared breakfast to set you on your way for the day
Private chauffeur service and travel planner available on site
Bliss amid landscaped gardens on Table Mountain's slopes
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The Cellars-Hohenort is a return to old-world elegance and sophistication. With over 3.5ha of immaculately landscaped garden on the back slopes of Table Mountain, a top South African restaurant and an undeniable sense of peace and indulgence, it is no wonder that Cellars-Hohenort is considered one of Cape Town's most graceful and opulent hotels.
Pristine gardens including vineyards, herbs and roses
Style and elegance fitting of the most discerning traveller
Home to one of the best restaurants in South Africa: The Greenhouse
Continues a legacy of excellence in the honour of Liz McGraths
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Stunning Cape Dutch style accommodation, Franschhoek Valley
3 Nights in Franschhoek Wine Valley
Franschhoek Wine Valley
Franschhoek: a paradise for foodies
Hailed as the 'gourmet capital' of South Africa, the Franschhoek Wine Valley packs an oh-so-pleasant punch on the palate. With award-winning restaurants and over 50 wineries peppered throughout the village and its surrounds,...
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Hailed as the 'gourmet capital' of South Africa, the Franschhoek Wine Valley packs an oh-so-pleasant punch on the palate. With award-winning restaurants and over 50 wineries peppered throughout the village and its surrounds, Franschhoek has something to please even the pickiest gourmand. For organic farm-to-table dining, head to Babylonstoren where all the ingredients have been plucked straight from their sprawling garden. Sample the local salmon trout at La Petite Ferme, or enjoy a picnic on the Holden Manz Wine Estate. But what's good food without fine wine? The serendipitous combination of the valley's Mediterranean-like climate and 300-year-old wine-making...
Dubbed the 'food-and-wine capital' of South Africa, with several award-winning restaurants and over 50 wineries
Hop on and off the Franschhoek Wine Tram as it chugs from one farm to the next
Be sure to taste (and buy) the valley's signature cultivars: Semillon, chardonnay, and cabernet sauvignon
The Cap Classique Route, where you can sample sparkling wine from 18 estates
Our favourite properties in Franschhoek Wine Valley
Boschendal Cottages
Delaire Graff Lodge & Spa
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Inside the Winelands' own gardens of Babylon
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Babylonstoren is a historic farm in the Cape Winelands that offers guests a back-to-nature experience without sacrificing luxury and comfort. All produce is sourced from the farm's sprawling garden where guests can take long, relaxing walks – or even join in the planting and harvesting. The farm's 16 Luxury Cottages, the Garden Spa and the Babel restaurant add that extra dash of elegance.
Daily tours through the farm's sprawling garden, where guests are invite to join in the planting and harvesting of produce
All food is made from produce grown on the farm
The Garden Spa offers a range of treatments, including the Babylontoren's signature Private Hammam Water Ritual
Cellar tours and wine tastings in the heart of the Cape Winelands
Franschhoek & the Cape Floral Kingdom
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Days spent on horse and carriage rides, wine tastings, fly-fishing, and hiking come to the perfect end in any of Boschendal's Estate's quaint and charming cottages. This romantic base is only 60km from Cape Town and settled in the heart of the Franschhoek Winelands and the Cape Floral Kingdom.
A wide variety of cottages available to suit every type of traveller
The Rhodes Cottage was designed by Sir Herbert Baker and is a National Heritage Site
The cottages either have fully-equipped kitchens or handy kitchenettes
Estate activities include mountain-biking, hiking, fishing and wine tasting
Restaurants, farm shop, deli, and spa onsite
Pinnacle of indulgence in the Winelands
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Delaire Graff Estate is a place of true indulgence. A private winery, art gallery, two restaurants and spa make leaving the estate no easy task. Combined with ultra-luxurious guest lodges, complete with heated, private plunge pools and views of Stellenbosch valley and the Simonsberg mountains, Delaire is an experience of its own and not easily matched.
Views over the Stellenbosch valley, vineyards and Simonsberg mountains
All rooms enjoy a private deck area and heated, private plunge pools
Many value-adds such as transfers into Stellenbosch and evening bubbly and canapés
Carefully curated contemporary art collection by Laurence Graff
Range of holistic spa treatments and full day programs for guests
3 Nights in Overberg
Pastoral charm along the Overberg
Those travelling away from Cape Town and over Sir Lowry's Pass and the Hottentot-Holland Mountains are in for a treat! Along the Western Cape's south coast, a seemingly endless expanse unfolds and gives way to the magnificent...
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Those travelling away from Cape Town and over Sir Lowry's Pass and the Hottentot-Holland Mountains are in for a treat! Along the Western Cape's south coast, a seemingly endless expanse unfolds and gives way to the magnificent Overberg region. The road winds through sweeping hills, valleys, and rivers that are punctuated with lush orchards and farmland. With sights like these, travellers will be tempted to slow down and enjoy the tranquil vistas and charming towns of the area. The undulating winelands and rolling orchards of Villiersdorp, Elgin Valley, and the picturesque town of Grabouw are sure to entice travellers to sample the fruity fare found in these parts....
The Overberg region offers seemingly endless kilometres of tranquillity and is renowned for its stunning landscapes
Charming towns are scattered throughout the region with an array of attractions ranging from vineyards and orchards to nature trails and outdoor activities
A trip from Cape Town to the Garden Route passes through the Overberg region and its multiple attractions
A no-brainer add-on to a trip from Cape Town towards the Garden Route and the Eastern Cape
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Stay 3 nights at Arabella Hotel & Spa
The golf, the spa, & one grand stay
The Arabella Hotel & Spa outside Hermanus rivals the best of Florida's hotel-spa-golf combos in its grandeur. Guests can work on their swing at the 18-hole golf course or check in for a rejuvenating treatment at the award-winning...
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Arabella Hotel & Spa
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The Arabella Hotel & Spa outside Hermanus rivals the best of Florida's hotel-spa-golf combos in its grandeur. Guests can work on their swing at the 18-hole golf course or check in for a rejuvenating treatment at the award-winning on-site spa. The hotel has 145 rooms kitted out with Wi-Fi, satellite TV and air conditioning.
Half an hour's drive from Hermanus, SA's whale-watching hotspot
The hotel's 18-hole golf course has been ranked among the top 10 courses in the country
Try the award-winning Arabella Spa's African Rainforest Experience, a two-hour water-and-steam treatment
Contemporary South African cuisine can be enjoyed at Jamani, the on-site restaurant
The Barnabas Bar serves drinks, cakes, snacks and light meals
Breathtaking views on offer along the Panorama Route in the Greater Kruger Area
2 Nights in Panorama Route
South Africa's most scenic route
South Africa's Mpumalanga Province is home to the Panorama Route, aptly named for its endless number of stunning vistas and otherworldly splendour. Visitors can explore this serpentine route as it ambles along the Long Tom...
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South Africa's Mpumalanga Province is home to the Panorama Route, aptly named for its endless number of stunning vistas and otherworldly splendour. Visitors can explore this serpentine route as it ambles along the Long Tom Pass (the highest tarred road in the country) and passes rock faces dotted with emerald flora, rotund boulders, showering waterfalls, and the small towns nestled in valleys. The Drakensberg Escarpment houses the town of Graskop, long-considered the proverbial gateway to the Panorama Route's most iconic attractions: God's Window, extending majestic views of the Lowveld beyond; the Blyde River Canyon, best experienced from the viewpoint overlooking...
Home to magnificently picturesque landscapes as well as the fascinating Pinnacle and Three Rondavels rock formations
The Long Tom Pass is the highest tarred road in South Africa and promises magnificent views of this stunning region
Outdoor activities abound from hiking and rock climbing to fishing and boat cruising
The Panorama Route is a wonderful trail to take when making your way to the Kruger National Park
Stay at Oliver's Restaurant & Lodge
A hotel you'll want to call home
Owner's Oliver and Tanya Ruf's international hotelier qualifications mean guests are guaranteed top-notch service and food and wine worth boasting about. Oliver's Restaurant and Lodge is close to an 18-hole...
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Oliver's Restaurant & Lodge
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Owner's Oliver and Tanya Ruf's international hotelier qualifications mean guests are guaranteed top-notch service and food and wine worth boasting about. Oliver's Restaurant and Lodge is close to an 18-hole golf course, a spa, and the Kruger National Park and Blyde River Canyon – making it the kind of hotel you'll want to make your home.
Luxury Rooms, Executive Suites, and Family Cottage with all the standard amenities
Top-notch service and an in-house restaurant with to-die-for fusion cuisine
A great getaway spot for avid golfers, with an 18-hole golf course nearby
Skin and beauty treatments available at the 'Wellness and Beauty Clinic'
Day trips to the Kruger National Park or the Blyde River Canyon are possible
4 Nights in Sabi Sand Game Reserve
Sabi Sand Game Reserve
Kruger's timeless Grande Dame
Hardly in need of any introduction, Sabi Sand is the Rolls Royce of Game Reserves and, better yet, it forms part of and shares the Greater Kruger area's wildlife. Big 5 game viewing is second to none and the lodges here are...
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Hardly in need of any introduction, Sabi Sand is the Rolls Royce of Game Reserves and, better yet, it forms part of and shares the Greater Kruger area's wildlife. Big 5 game viewing is second to none and the lodges here are some of the most luxurious that South Africa's safari scene has to offer.
The oldest (and often lauded as the most prestigious) game reserve in the country
Adjacent to the Kruger National Park, Sabi Sand is home to vast numbers of wildlife, among them the Big 5 and many endangered species
The number of lodges available are sure to cater to every visitor's need
Acknowledged as one of the last great wildernesses in the country, spanning some 65,000ha
Our favourite properties in Sabi Sand Game Reserve
Dulini Private Game Lodge
Idube Game Lodge
Silvan Safari
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Five-star serenity in the Sabi Sand
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Dulini Lodge takes pride of place on a 10,000ha concession in the world-renowned, game-rich Sabi Sand Game Reserve. A small and intimate lodge, it is a favourite among travellers for its classic luxury and style, fantastic service, cuisine and incredible game-viewing.
Located on a private concession in the game-rich Sabi Sand Game Reserve
Only six suites with a maximum of 12 guests ensures an incredibly exclusive experience
Only six guests per game drive vehicle ensures everyone has unobstructed views and excellent photographic opportunities
Five-star facilities and services on-site with exceptional high standard of cuisine
Sabi Sand Game Reserve is known for its incredibly high big cat population
Safari romance in the Sabi Sand
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The four-star Idube Game Lodge,found on a 10,000ha private concession in the Sabi Sand Game Reserve, allows for excellent game-viewing worth every penny. Idube is an environmentally conscious lodge and is genuinely dedicated to giving guests a memorable and informative safari experience.
10,000ha private concession in the wildlife rich Sabi Sand Game Reserve
A four-star safari lodge with luxury amenities
Lodge is frequented by nyala, warthog, and monkey
Makubela Suites can be made inter-leading for friends or family travelling together
On-site hide is great for game-viewing and local community tours are also offered from the lodge
Spectacular scenery & sophistication at Silvan Safari
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Inspired by the spirit of the trees surrounding it, Silvan Safari invites guests on a journey of rediscovery where they can connect with the African wilderness, revive their spiritual link to the earth and leave forever transformed by the experience.
Located in the Sabi Sand Reserve, sharing unfenced borders with the Kruger National Park and home to the Big 5
On-site pool and treatments at the Ansillia Orchid Spa
State-of-the-art media room for photographers and other creatives
Each suite draws its inspiration from the tree it is named after, decorated with elements unique to each one
Gourmet meals from the onsite restaurant can be enjoyed outdoors on decks and gazebos or in the dining room
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GAME OF THE WEEKEND: Arkansas at No. 6 Kentucky: Arkansas has lost only twice all season but could be running into a buzzsaw Saturday as it heads into Rupp Arena to face a Kentucky team that just produced a 100-58 blowout of Texas A&M , which shared the conference regular-season title with the Wildcats last season. Kentucky guard and SEC scoring leader Malik Monk grew up in Arkansas and was heavily recruited by his home-state school before signing with the Wildcats.
LOOKING AHEAD: Who will emerge as Kentucky's main challenger? Kentucky is the clear favorite in the SEC after winning its first two conference games by an average margin of 32.5 points. The next-best team in the league is much less certain. The only other SEC school in the Top 25 is No. 24 Florida, which hosts Tennessee on Saturday. Texas A&M, an NCAA regional semifinalist last year, has dropped its first two conference games.
NUMBERS GAME: Road teams have gone 9-3 so far in SEC competition, including a 5-0 record Dec. 29 on the first night of league play. Last season, road teams went just 38-88 in SEC games for a .302 winning percentage. ... Kentucky already has scored 100-plus points in five games this season. That marks Kentucky's highest total of 100-point games in a season since 1995-96. ... Kentucky's Isaiah Briscoe and De'Aaron Fox are the first teammates to record triple-doubles in the same season in SEC history. ... Vanderbilt's 80-61 victory over Auburn on Wednesday was the Commodores' 13th straight win in this series. ... Mississippi State dropped its SEC opener 68-58 to Alabama. The Bulldogs - who made the NCAA Tournament six times in the 2000s - have a 20-53 record in SEC play over the past five seasons.
PLAYER TO WATCH: South Carolina guard Sindarius Thornwell: South Carolina was undefeated when Thornwell was suspended for a violation of team rules but went just 3-3 in the six games he missed. In his first game since being reinstated, Thornwell had 19 points, 11 rebounds and tied a career high with six steals as the Gamecocks won 67-61 at Georgia. The 6-foot-5 senior guard averages 18.8 points and 7.3 rebounds to lead the Gamecocks in both categories.
ON THE WOMEN'S SIDE: No. 4 Mississippi State is one of only three undefeated Division I teams along with No. 1 Connecticut and No. 18 Virginia Tech. Mississippi State's No. 4 position in the Top 25 represents its highest ranking ever. ... Tennessee's Jordan Reynolds delivered only the third triple-double in Lady Volunteers history when she had 11 points, 14 rebounds and 10 assists in a victory over UNC Wilmington. The others came from Shekinna Stricklen in 2010 and Shelia Collins in 1985.


Over the last week or so, I've been working to develop a new WordPress plug-in that sets up bi-monthly archives (to be generated for the first and fifteenth of the month by default). As part of that process, I needed to create custom permalinks to display these new archives. Unfortunately, the amount of information available on this matter is fairly limited. I had to gather information from a few different places and then use some of my own experience to finalize the process.
It's entirely possible that there's a better way to handle this situation, but this is what I was able to do.


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Q: How to fix ValueError: not enough values to unpack (expected 3, got 2) in python How to fix ValueError: not enough values to unpack (expected 3, got 2) in python
This is opencv project for motion detection using python By @dhruvmarathe
Having this problem from soo many days please help me solve this
This is my code
import cv2
import time

first_frame = None

video = cv2.VideoCapture(0)

while True:

        check, frame = video.read()
        print(frame)
        gray = cv2.cvtColor(frame, cv2.COLOR_BGR2GRAY)
        gray = cv2.GaussianBlur(gray,(21,21), 0)

        if first_frame is None:
           first_frame = gray
           continue

        delta_frame = cv2.absdiff(first_frame, gray)
        thresh_delta = cv2.threshold(delta_frame, 30 , 255 , cv2.THRESH_BINARY) [1]
        thresh_delta = cv2.dilate(thresh_delta, None, iterations=0 )
        (_,cnts,_) = cv2.findContours(thresh_delta.copy(), cv2.RETR_EXTERNAL,
                                                    cv2.CHAIN_APPROX_SIMPLE)

        for contour in cnts:
            if cv2.contourArea(contour) < 1000:
                continue

            (x, y, w, h) = cv2.boundingRect(contour)
            cv2.rectangle(frame, (x,y), (x+w, y+h), (0,255,0), 3)

        cv2.imshow('frame', frame)
        cv2.imshow('Capturing',gray)
        cv2.imshow('delta', delta_frame)
        cv2.imshow('thresh', thresh_delta)

        key = cv2.waitKey(1)

        if key == ord('q'):
            break

        video.release()

A: (_,cnts,_) = cv2.findContours(thresh_delta.copy(), cv2.RETR_EXTERNAL,
                                                cv2.CHAIN_APPROX_SIMPLE)

findContours returns a tuple of two objects (contours and hierachy). You are trying to unpack three values (even if you discard the first and third).
I imagine from the name you've used, you want
cnts, _ = cv2.findContours(thresh_delta.copy(), cv2.RETR_EXTERNAL,
                                                cv2.CHAIN_APPROX_SIMPLE)

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VoLTE has been a hot topic for all major wireless carriers in 2014. Now, after months of talk, Verizon has announced that they will officially start rolling out their voice-over LTE (VoLTE) service in the next few weeks. As The Verge notes, VoLTE has already been launched in limited markets by AT&T and nationwide by T-Mobile.
Verizon's VoLTE launch will be nationwide but will be restricted to select devices and require customers to opt-in to use VoLTE. If a Verizon customer has LTE service (and the correct device and opted in), they should be able to access the VoLTE service when it is officially rolled out.
Verizon has not released details of which devices will be immediately able to receive VoLTE service although a software update will be necessary to enable to VoLTE service.
Verizon continues to state that they have no plans to shut down its CDMA network any time soon.


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Current Surge in Stocks Displays Breadth, Depth
By Guy Halverson Staff writer of The Christian Science Monitor
THE bulls are rampaging through Wall Street - and barring unforeseen economic developments, they may do so for much of 1992, stock market experts say.
The market rally of the past few weeks is "larger than life," says Larry Wachtel, a vice president of Prudential Securities Inc. The market is "admittedly strong" regarding blue chip, interest-rate sensitive companies that would be expected to benefit from the latest reduction in interest rates by the Federal Reserve Board. Such stocks include housing-related companies, financial institutions, consumer lending firms, and brokerage houses.
But what has become increasingly evident is the breadth of the current rally, says Mr. Wachtel, with scores of companies not necessarily linked to interest rates also posting gains. A modest rebound in housing is helping to propel the market: Home sales for November were considered good - up 5.4 percent over the prior month, and the largest gain in six months.
On Dec. 20 the Federal Reserve Bank reduced the discount rate by one percentage point, thus putting downward pressure on interest rates. Since then the market has soared, climbing more than 250 points. On Dec. 31, the final trading day of 1991, the Dow Jones industrial average closed at 3,168.83 - a gain of more than 535 points since the prior New Year's Eve.
That meant a gain of more than 20 percent for the Dow during 1991. Small stocks soared even more; some small-stock indexes climbed 50 percent or better during 1991.
Market optimists believe that 1992 could outperform 1991. The market is on an upward course, according to Gene Jay Seagle, chief market technician for Gruntal & Co., an investment house. Moreover, the 1992 presidential election should spur the market, since, historically, stock markets tend to post gains during election years, according to analysts such as Mr. Wachtel. The reason? Washington does everything that it can to rev up the economy during election years.
According to market strategist James Stack, only once during the past 50 years has the market, as measured by the Standard & Poor's 500, lost ground in a presidential election year between Jan. 1 and the November election. That year was 1960, when John Kennedy defeated Richard Nixon.
What's currently driving the market?
A number of factors, say analysts, including lower interest rates, large cash holdings by institutional investors, the likelihood of a federal tax-reduction package during the next few months, the expectation of higher corporate profits in 1992, and - despite continuing consumer concerns - a growing perception that economic recovery may be on the way.
The December 1991 stock rally - what market technicians call a "Santa Claus" rally - was also sparked by year-end tax-related transactions, as well as the availability of new "Christmas money" that some investors quickly placed into stocks. "Short-sellers," who buy stocks for speculative purposes, have also been kicking cash into the market.
Competing investments are considered marginal, with bank certificates of deposit, money- market accounts, and passbook savings accounts paying around 4 or 5 percent. Stocks, thus, "are the only game in town now," in providing solid returns, says Wachtel.
In terms of corporate profits, 1991 was disappointing. But that could change. Earnings per share for the S&P 500, for example, were off about 10 percent for 1991. But Standard & Poor's expects that per share earnings could rise by about 20 percent in 1992. David Blitzer, chief economist for Standard & Poor's, notes that many companies took large accounting write-offs in 1991, thus depressing earnings.
Experts, however, are quick to add that just coasting through 1992 will not be easy for the market, especially when the stampede starts to get as dizzying, as is now occurring.
"The [stock market] bandwagon is getting just a little bit crowded," says Mr. Stack. He points to continuing economic difficulties in some regions, particularly in the Northeast and along the Eastern Seaboard. He also notes that the Fed obviously considers the economy far weaker than it has been saying, since the Fed's latest rate cut was so large - a full percentage point. Only one other time during the past 80 years, says Stack, was the rate cut that much all at once. That occurred just after the stock
market crash in late 1929.
Moreover, the market is currently highly valued, which adds elements of risk and uncertainty. The price/earnings ratio for the S&P 500, for example, is currently running at 23. It would normally be far less.
Stack says he believes a market correction from 3 percent to 5 percent cannot be ruled out during the months ahead. But once that has occurred, he sees the market once again taking off as it moves through the election-year cycle.
Types of stocks expected to do well in 1992 involve not only interest-rate-sensitive stocks, but companies engaged in basic manufacturing, (except for auto firms), exports, and health care products. Stack says 1992 "will probably shape up as not too bad" a year for the market. But the stock market, experts stress, is more often than not full of roller-coaster surprises. The best advice, they say is to stay alert and hang on tight.
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Stocks fall, ending Dow's 10-day streak

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This year the BAC holiday card will be designed by our students! This is another way to showcase BAC students' talent and share it with a wider audience including prospective students. If you have questions, please contact Andrew Nasser at andrew.nasser@the-bac.edu.


I spent the majority of the time on this project looking for curious statistical oddities on the internet. I eventually came to a site with "20 Statistics About Probability That Will Blow Your Mind". I decided to write about a story relating to mind-blowing statistic number 1.
For your enjoyment, I also included the four other statistical items from the list of twenty that I found most mind-blowing.
This is so funny. I give it a 9/10! I laughed the whole time while reading through it.


Join us for our annual Leaderboard charity golf outing. The Leaderboard at The River Club is 21CL's annual golf outing, hosted by the Board of Directors, to bring awareness to potential supporters and thank existing 21CL supporters in a fun networking and competitive atmosphere at the beautiful River Club golf course in Suwanee, Georgia. Our Board welcomes all of our supporters and business professionals to spend the day with 21CL volunteers, staff and alumni while enjoying the amenities and greens at The River Club. All proceeds support 21CL's ongoing efforts to provide youth leadership development programs for high school students.
Thank you to all of our 94 professionals and 18 corporate sponsors support in our 2018 golf outing! With 24 teams for the day, our supporters raised over $80,000 to provide high school students across the state with high-quality, research-based leadership and talent development programs. Together, we can ensure our students in our program are prepared for success in college and the workplace.
View the list below to see how you can attend the annual Leaderboard golf tournament. Click on the each sponsor level to view the benefits and details.
Leaderboard at The River Club on Tuesday, October 22, 2019.


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In the second issue of the second volume we have various papers from our young and briliant students and colleaguies.Starting with the Editorial "What do young and brilliant minds think about Development, Environment and Foresight?" from Jiří Pánek, the managing editor of the journal. The editorial is followed by three Student Papers, titled "Soil dynamics, conservation and food supply in the grassland ecological zone of Sub-Sahara Africa: The need for sustainable agroecosystem management for maize (Zea mays)" from Chukwudi Nwaogu et al, followed by "The Role of Urban Agriculture in Household Wellbeing: Case Study of Community-Based Urban Agriculture in Ndola, Zambia" from Lenka Voleníková & Zdeněk Opršal. The last paper is an essay titled "Application of biometrics as a means of refugee registration: focusing on UNHCR's" from Anna Lodinová.
What do young and brilliant minds think about Development, Environment and Foresight?


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NCLD NAMES JACQUELINE RODRIGUEZ, Ph.D.CEO
WASHINGTON — November 30, 2022 — The National Center for Learning Disabilities (NCLD) announced the appointment of Dr. Jacqueline Rodriguez, Ph.D. as the organization's incoming chief executive officer. She will begin the role effective January 2, 2023, with transition support from its chief operating officer, Dr. Kena Mayberry, Ph.D.
Dr. Rodriguez brings a wealth of experience with a background in special education, non-profit management, and education law and policy. She joins NCLD from the American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education (AACTE), where she serves as vice president for research, policy, & advocacy overseeing the strategy and content development for the association's research, programs and professional learning, state and federal policy, and advocacy initiatives. Prior to her tenure with AACTE, Dr. Rodriguez served as a special education teacher and university faculty member, preparing future special and general education teachers for K12 classrooms.
"We are excited to welcome Dr. Rodriguez to NCLD," says Margi Booth, co-chair of the board of directors. "Her impeccable background and strong leadership abilities will ensure the organization continues to grow to even greater heights."
Celebrating its 45th anniversary this year, NCLD continues to lead the field in innovation, research, programming, and advocacy nationally. Given its deep commitment to the one in five people with learning disabilities and attention issues, the organization's work is aimed at investing in brighter futures, championing research and knowledge, crafting policy that works, and shining a light on inequality.
"Every individual with learning disabilities deserves to reach their full potential academically and in their employment," says Dr. Jacqueline Rodriguez. "NCLD ensures that mission is fulfilled. I am thrilled to join such a talented and passionate team of professionals. I have been a consumer of NCLD's work for many years, and I look forward to building upon the incredible research, programming, and advocacy initiatives the organization has endeavored to create more equitable futures for people with learning disabilities and their families."
Dr. Rodriguez has a Ph.D. in education with a focus on exceptional education from the University of Central Florida, where she was a McKnight Doctoral Fellow and an Order of Pegasus Awardee. Jackie earned an M.A. in special education with a learning disabilities specialization from American University and her B.A. in international affairs and Latin American studies with a concentration in international development, culture, and society from The George Washington University.
About NCLD
For 45 years, the National Center for Learning Disabilities has worked to create a society in which every individual possesses the academic, social, and emotional skills needed to succeed in school, work, and life. Our programs — which primarily target the underserved — include dozens of resources designed to support families, educators, and policymakers as they work to serve students with learning and attention issues.
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Lives changed as teens find hidden strengths as teen teacher
The pilot program for the 4-H Teens as Teachers grant has wrapped up, and the results prove the concept of using teens to teach peers is solid for both the participants and the teen mentors. The following testimonials speak to the impact for 4-H Teen Teachers.
Who will be the next 4-H chef? Challenge tests food prep knowledge
Sometimes, it's hard enough just following a step-by-step recipe. Now, imagine you've been given a basket of ingredients and told to "make something." That's what teens in this year's Illinois 4-H Food Challenge pilot program faced. Several counties are holding mini competitions where youth demonstrate their mastery of food preparation.
Macon County youth get lesson on food and life during embryology study
Youth in Macon County now know more about how their food is produced, thanks to Illinois 4-H's Tech Wizards program. 4-H Tech Wizards is a national mentoring program funded by the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention.
Thousands of dollars, thousands of meals provided in Kendall County
Kendall County 4-H Federation members gave back to their community by supporting local food bank organizations, including the Northern Illinois Food Bank (NIFB) in Geneva. The group helped pack 651 "backpacks" which will provide for 11,718 meals for hungry residents in the region.
Value of being a 4-H camp counselor brought to light in camp survey
University of Illinois Extension Statewide Camping Educator Curt Sinclair knew in his heart that serving as a 4-H camp counselor changed lives. Now he has the proof to back up his beliefs. In a recent survey conducted by U of I Extension for 4-H Memorial Camp, the comments from the teen counselors showed the impact of the experience on their lives. A few comments follow:
Parent shares comfort in knowing her child is in great hands at 4-H camp
Leaving a child at camp for the first time can be scary for parents. In nearly 20 years at 4-H Memorial Camp in Monticello, Curt Sinclair, University of Illinois Extension statewide camping educator, said he never tires from getting these types of emails from parents: "I wanted to reach out to you because yesterday, I dropped my kids off at camp. I was very worried and scared, probably more than the kids. After I met the staff, all my worries were over. There is no way I could ever provide this experience for my kids alone. My father served in the Air Force.
Kane County 4-H members are 'productive youth' with 'bright futures'
Kane County 4-H members gained first-hand knowledge of the important roles local government officials play during the 22nd annual 4-H Government Day. The 4-H youth shadowed more than 30 county officials, experiencing the inside of a County Board meeting, courtroom proceedings, and other government departments and offices.
State's Attorney Joseph McMahon, who has participated for four years, said he looks forward to meeting with the 4-H members each time.
Clinic focuses on the health, nutrition, condition and care of livestock
It's one thing to show livestock; it's another to understand the science behind raising livestock which will produce well and provide wholesome product for consumers. That's the vision which led DeWitt County 4-H volunteers Larry Martin and Doug North to host a livestock clinic which attracted youth from nine counties.
Getting Personal: 4-H is changing lives
Illinois 4-H strives to teach life skills. Sometimes those life skills may seem very simple to us, but are truly life changing. Read these words from a mother who knows just how important 4-H has been to her son.
"We have five sons adopted form China. Jason came home in 2010 at age 6 ½ with an unrepaired single ventricle heart, skeletal (28 pounds), horrific scars on his arms and legs and scared of EVERYTHING, but especially any kind of ANIMAL.
Chicago 4-H members meet the president at White House science fair
Not many 4-H members can say they've been to the White House—by special invitation. Two members of the Chicago Knights, a 4-H robotics club, can. John Moore of Lincoln Park High School and Lydia Wolfe, Hales Franciscan High School, received the invitation to demonstrate the robot they built for "aerial assist" season.
"The Chicago Knights are a great example of a well-rounded robotics club focused on youth learning critical technical and teamwork skills that will help them succeed in life," said Bob Smith U of I Extension robotic educator.
What does it mean to be a Techno Ferret?
As the competition season for Illinois 4-H robotics clubs draws to a close, several clubs continue their community programs and trainings for younger members. The Techno Ferret 4-H Club has a great video created by their senior 4-H members about what it means to be a member of their club.
In Macon County, members of the 4-H RoboStorms Robotics Club were part of the Decatur Business Expo. Members of the team demonstrated exciting technology, such as "Makey Makey."
Middle school students bring creativity to life through 4-H robotics
Twenty-five teams of middle-school students from DuPage, Kane and Kendall counties displayed their technical, creative and teamwork skills during the 4-H Robotics Box Bot Showcase in Elgin on Saturday, March 22. Throughout the afternoon, 4-H members showcased their Lego Mindstorm robots in creativity, table performance, and technical categories. They also completed a teamwork challenge without their Bots.
Clinton County club has tasty Martin Luther King Day tradition
For the past 25 years, the Buttercups 4-H Club in Clinton County has made it a tradition to bake bread on Martin Luther King Jr. Day. The members have made a wide variety of bread creations including cinnamon rolls, bread in a bag, mini loaves and standard bread.
This year's concoction was French bread. "One goal of the club is to be a place where members can learn to make inexpensive projects, as well as test out various project areas," says Diane Sinclair, the Buttercups leader. (Reprinted with permission, Illinois Farmer Today).
Trivia contest helps youth build friendships across county
The burning question in Logan County was "Are you smarter than a 4-Her." The answers came during a fast-paced trivia contest, sponsored, in part, by Farm Credit Illinois. Acting on a suggestion by the county's Expansion & Review Committee, the trivia contest hoped to provide opportunities for youth across the county to interact and build new relationships. Categories included sports, movies, famous 4-H alumni, impossible questions, cooking terms, name the year, history and Logan County 4-H.
4-H membership leads to leadership for Shooting Sports volunteer
Elizabeth Auer was one of the first 4-H Shooting Sports members when the program began in Illinois in 2009. Now, at 23, she's the first former member to return as a shooting sports volunteer leader by completing training in rifle and archery.
Champaign County teen shakes up the 4-H Pledge
4-H is fun, and so can the 4-H Pledge. The Champaign County 4-H Teens as Teachers wanted to spice things up during their summer 4-H youth programs, so they started each meeting with this peppy version of the 4-H pledge.
Judy Mae Bingman, University of Illinois Extension Marketing and Communications Manager
Getting Personal: Conner's Cluckers instills hope
Youth can and do make a difference in their communities, and Sparta (Randolph County) Lincoln eighth grader Conner Stewart is among them. Conner sells or donates farm-fresh eggs to a variety of local people and the Sparta Food Pantry through his enterprise, Conner's Cluckers. He was diagnosed with autism at the age of 18 months. His mother Charlene said that was a frightening moment because Conner was not verbal.
Things just got really real for youth living out life in the 'real world'
The real world is a lot tougher than most eighth graders know. Extension's "Welcome to the Real World" brings home that lesson. WTTRW is an experiential learning simulation which shows youth real facts about how the careers they choose and the decisions they make effect the money they have to spend or save each month.
Grandview Pioneers Club members know the sky's no limit in 4-H
Members of the Grandview Pioneers 4-H Club chose aerospace as their theme for the year, and each month, these young people, who hail from Kansas, Shiloh, Paris and Ashmore in Edgar County, have completed aerospace-related activities. Recently the group made kites, and despite a light mist, flew them.
Christmas in February has special meaning for Fulton County teens
4-H members are four times more likely than their peers to give back to their communities according to the 10-year longitudinal study conducted by Tufts University. Fulton County 4-H members have the stockings to prove it!
Each February, members sew Christmas stockings and write notes in Christmas cards to be sent to the troops overseas as part of the Operation Santa program based in Bloomington. Operation Santa works year round to gather homemade stockings, collect items to go in the stockings, and raise money for postage.
Success breeds success; Marion County hosts 200 youth for judging
The Marion County 4-H livestock judging team had phenomenal success during the 2013 judging season, and that success is hard to contain. Last weekend, more than 200 youth participated in the county's annual livestock judging contest in Salem, with youth traveling from Indiana, Oklahoma and Oregon just to compete and learn from the successful team members.
The world comes alive through Will County 4-H robotics
The competition is only a small part of the real accomplishments which happen through Illinois 4-H robotics. A group of Will County 4-H participants discovered that when 24 teams showcased their skills in the regional 4-H Robotics Box Bot Showcase in Joliet, hosted by University of Illinois Extension at the Weitendorf Agriculture Education Center.
All the youth in the clubs are 4-H members, thanks, in part, to the Illinois 4-H Foundation. This National 4-H Council grant-funded program impacted more than 100 Will County kids this year.
'Simply the Best' sparks desire to share, contribute
For 25 years, University of Illinois Extension's "Simply the Best" program in Washington County has mixed the right ingredients to inspire positive change in the lives of 250 junior high youth there a year.
Seeing beyond the chaos of his everyday life
The following message came from a middle school teacher in Northern Illinois where Illinois 4-H has teamed with National 4-H Council to provide grant-funded 4-H robotics special interest clubs. She has seen the change in one young boy's life because of our valuable program.
"One of my boys has a difficult home life. His parents are getting a divorce, and it was really affecting his school work and attitude. He joined the club because his best friend also joined, but he was hesitant that it was for "losers."
Celebrating Extension staff's dedication to excellence
It speaks well of a state program when one of it's former longtime employees is honored for the magic they did for generations of 4-H members. Illinois can be proud.
Things kids don't know unless we tell them; how food is produced
The DeWitt County "Where Does My Lunch Come From?" 4-H SPIN Club gave 4-H members a chance to check out local agricultural sites to see where their food comes from and how it is raised or grown.
Each day, the youth prepared a lunch which related to those agricultural businesses they toured.
"In addition to knowing where their food came from, we wanted youth to see ALL the possibilities in creating a business through a passion they might have," said Sherry Fulton, U of I Extension 4-H youth development educator.
See STEM in action this weekend at State Robotics Competition
Robots will take over the ARC this Saturday during the sixth annual Illinois State 4-H BoxBot Robotics Competition. Approximately 300 students within 45 teams from across the state will exhibit their robots and compete against each other.
In addition to the student competitors, University students from the colleges of Engineering and ACES will man booths and present their own projects in the STEM field, according to Smith. The Champaign-Urbana Community Fab Lab, which focuses on innovation, fabrication and design, will also be there with a 3-D printer.
4-H friends are life-long friends; tell us how you met your best friend through 4-H
"I hear that train a-comin," and it's being led by a group of former 4-H members who found each other on the University of Illinois campus years after spending a summer together as 4-H counselors.
David and Daniel Fulton, twin sons of U of I Extension staff Sherry and John Fulton, first met Grady and Kelly Ryan, another set of twin 4-H members from Dewitt County, at 4-H Memorial Camp in Monticello.
No Time Like Thanksgiving to Understand What It Means to be Hungry
As we fill our bellies this Thanksgiving holiday, some 4-H youth will have a greater appreciation for the food set before them.
The 4-H Hunger Ambassadors in Milan held a Hunger Banquet, but not everyone filled their plates. In fact, many didn't even get a seat at the table.
Illinois lawmakers applaud youth telling our 4-H story in Springfield
It's easy to tell friends and family about 4-H. Now, imagine you're a teenager and you're telling your story at the Illinois State Capitol.
This spring, 49 4-H members did just that. The youth were specifically trained, either through the Speaking for Illinois 4-H educational program or as members of the Illinois State 4-H Youth Leadership Team.
Mastering the rule of 'measure twice, cut once' in DeWitt County
It's what every good carpenter knows; "measure twice, cut once." Now, 4-H members in DeWitt County know the benefit of careful planning after attending a woodworking workshop which taught basic carpentry skills, such as using a scroll saw, chop saw, band saw, belt sander, planer, drill and air nail gun.
Working cooperatively with Lowe's Home Improvement stores and the Clinton FFA, each member completed, from scratch, a squirrel feeder. The 4-H motto for the day was "measure twice, cut once." They also learned the benefit of taking their time when sanding and staining.
Generosity of 4-H clubs and families overflows for tornado victims
When a tornado hit Washington, Ill., 4-H families across the state were quick to respond, due, in large part, to the work of the Extension staff in Woodford County. Through the efforts of 4-H clubs, families and friends, $10,000 in gift cards have been donated to help the families who lost homes.
"It has been humbling to witness the outpouring of support coming from across the state during these past three months," said Cathy Blunier, Extension youth educator. "Please know that the families send heartfelt appreciation for all that has been done to assist them during this time."
Youth inspired to live healthier lives, make healthier choices
University of Illinois Extension and the American Heart Association (AHA) teamed up to motivate children at the Joliet Park District Hartman Center to live healthier lives. Megan Walsh, U of I Extension youth educator, organized the interactive educational event, which was led by David Lee, an associate board member of the AHA and contributor to the Disque Foundation. Lee's aim was to inspire children to increase physical activity, improve eating habits, and get enough rest.
4-H teen collecting pop tabs to benefit charity; 1 million is her goal
Zoe Vicich wants people to think twice before tossing their pop tabs. Vicich, 14, of Sandwich, hopes to donate one million pop tabs to the Ronald McDonald House Charities so families will have a comfortable place to go while they are caring for a child in the hospital. It's a goal she'll need a little help to hit.
"If more people get involved, I can get there," Vicich said. "But if I collect 10 pounds a year, I'll have to do it until I'm 80."
Youth ask questions as they explore their world at Clover Clinic
Kids love to figure things out. Nearly 140 kids stretched their minds and investigative skills at the University of Illinois Extension 4-H Clover Clinic held at Illinois Central College in East Peoria. They gained new skills from more than 30 interactive workshops, such as ballroom dancing, origami, DNA extraction, farm animals, and robotics.
The goal was to inspire kids to explore their interests and be engaged in their communities. One of the workshops showed how to make ice cream using liquid nitrogen.
Youth get taste of college life during 4-H Illini Summer Academies
More than 200 youth experienced a bit of college life during the 2014 Illinois 4-H Illini Summer Academies, sponsored by University of Illinois Extension in cooperation with several departments on campus. High school youth stayed in dorms, experienced campus recreation and food, and spent 15 hours with U of I faculty and grad students in 11 departments during the 4-day conference.
Kind gesture by older 4-H member leads to positive experience for youth
Eric's pony was being a typical pony on show day; stubborn.
For two years, Eric struggled to find common ground with his pony. The pony didn't do anything Eric asked of him on show day, said Extension Program Coordinator Amanda Fox. Eric's attempt to show the pony left him exhausted and frustrated, so much that he decided not to compete in the rest of the day's events.
Montgomery County youth learn that some plants have tasty appetites
How do you get kids interested in horticulture? In Montgomery County, you show them plants that eat things.
4-H members learned how and why carnivorous plants eat insects. Andrew Holsinger, U of I Extension horticulture educator, provided the hands-on instruction. When the county's classroom teachers heard about the program, the phones began ringing in the Montgomery County office.
Now, more than 600 youth in 25 classrooms in the county know more about the life of carnivorous plants, and might just think it's cool to one day be a botanist.
Recycling takes on a new look in Kendall County summer workshops
What do you do with a shoe that you aren't wearing anymore? If you're a 4-H member in Kendall County, chances are you've turned it into a garden planter. With instruction from 17-year-old 4-H Member Cydney Olah, youth took shoes from an area resale store and created a garden planter.
Growing tomorrow's leaders starts right at home in Logan County
Sometimes, the best teachers are those who once learned the same lessons in the same setting. 4-H alumna Rachel Skelton, who currently serves on the Illinois State 4-H Youth Leadership Team, returned to Logan County to teach teambuilding skills to the 4-H Leadership class.
"She really made this fun," said Hannah, a 4-H participant.
Who needs to spend $500 on prom gown when you can craft one yourself
Charlee Walker didn't tell anyone her plan, so imagine the surprise when the 17-year-old 4-H member from Edgar County walked into her senior prom wearing a dress she made . . . out of magazine pages. It took this creative young lady more than two months to design, weave, fold, staple and hot glue her one-of-a-kind party dress. She used photography magazines as her "fabric" because the pages were colorful. Working without a pattern, the teenager said she just "kinda winged it." She also made a bow tie and boutonniere out of paper for her lucky date.
100,000 meals for the hungry … and counting
Illinois 4-H has surpassed more than 100,000 packaged meals for the hungry in 11 months through the 4-H Feeding and Growing Our Communities program.
The latest push came July 15 when more than 200 volunteers helped the Quad Cities 4-H Teen Hunger Ambassadors prepare more than 40,000 meals. The meals will be distributed locally by the River Bend Foodbank.
Solving the mystery: a story of collaboration and imagination
A group of intrepid middle school investigators, with the help of young scientists from area universities, solved the last of three crimes during their six-week stint as "Library Investigators."
The 12 youth representing six Waukegan schools worked alongside scientists from the University of Wisconsin, Northwestern University, and University of Illinois.
4-H leader is Southern Illinois' 2014 Governor Volunteer Service winner
Brent Miller is teaching students to give back to their community; his life is their living example of that lesson.
Brent, his wife Holly, and their three children live in Ullin. For the past 11 years, Brent has served as a 4-H leader for the Ridge Runners 4-H Club. Since he is also the ag teacher at Century, he has combined the FFA and 4-H together by making a 4-H SPIN (SPecial INterest) club called the Century Ag Shack Traditions 4-H Club.
It's a win-win situation at Vermilion County Food Smart program
The 4-H Food Smart Families program teaches youth and their families to prepare nutritious meals and be physically active. At the same time, it gives teens practical experience at teaching, something many teens see as a potential career. That's a win-win situation according to U of I Extension Youth Development Educator Jamie Boas.
This summer, nearly two dozen soon-to-be-seniors from Danville High School attended 15 hours of training to learn how to be teen teachers who mentor the second and third graders who attend the Danville Family YMCA's summer camp.
Illinois youth to lead 'Fish Farm Challenge' at 4-H Memorial Camp
Dozens of local youth have discovered a way to combine summer fun with learning. They will participate in an interactive activity that challenges youth to use critical thinking and science skills to address an agriculture problem.
Led by Illinois 4-H members, the Fish Farm Challenge activity is part of the 4-H Ag Innovators Experience, presented by Monsanto, which aims to make agri-science relevant and fun for youth.
Government Day program leads to future careers in local government
Thirty years ago, a young man job-shadowed a Grundy County judge as part of University of Illinois Extension's Local Government Day. That young man is now the 41-year-old deputy sheriff for the county. He told his story during this year's Local Government Day and encouraged youth to make the most of their time visiting local officials. To date, the program has impacted the lives of 22,000 youth in its 35-year history.
McFarland Fund celebrates accomplishments of top Illinois 4-H teens
Ten Illinois 4-H teens were honored as Illinois 4-H Key Award winners for their leadership, community service and mentoring activities throughout their 4-H career. The award is sponsored by the H. Richard and Sarah F. McFarland Endowed 4-H Youth Leadership Development Support Fund from the Illinois 4-H Foundation.
Oh, the unexpected twists and turns that change lives through 4-H
One never knows how 4-H experiences can shape one's future. Josh Cole Brodnax participated in 4-H nutrition sessions while a youngster living in public housing in East Moline, thinking that would be his only experience with 4-H. Little did he know that 4-H would find him again as a teen and hone his leadership skills into being an advocate for healthy living and good nutrition to underserved younger youth living as he had.
4-H members learn you have to crack a few eggs every now and then
The next time you use the phrase "walking on eggshells," you'll think of a group of 4-H afterschool youth in Decatur who actually walked on eggs as part of their 4-H embryology project study.
Youth in 4-H use Arduino to solve everyday problems
Through a pilot initiative engaging 50 youth in Rockford, Madison and Elgin, 4-H youth in Illinois are building science and engineering skills for the future. Using open-source software and simple microcontroller boards called Arduinos, these youth are writing computer programs, learning how to solder, building simple circuits, and designing sensor-based systems to address everyday problems.
Illinois 4-H State Shoot hits target with 100 competitors
Any better, and he'd been perfect. Darren Hawkins of Grundy County missed only one clay target throughout a full day of shotgun trap competition at the Illinois 4-H Shooting Sports State Shoot held Saturday, May 31 at the Brittany Shooting Park in Bunker Hill. Hawkins hit 74 of his 75 targets to take first place in the shotgun division. The competition was the first state contest held since the shooting sports program began in Illinois in 2009. Dan Dawson, state Extension educator, said the meet followed the strict guidelines established by the National 4-H Shooting Sports program.
Knitting passion leads to craft-show business for 16-year-old 4-H youth
You never know where the inspiration for a career will come. For 16-year-old Susannah Hall, it came from the 4-H knitting project she taught herself by reading a how-to book at the library. Susannah is a 5-year member of the Ft. Sumpter 4-H Club. She recently taught other 4-H members and parents in Edgar County the basics of knitting, and each participant successfully completed a drink cup cover.
Illinois 4-H youth take Washington by storm sharing STEM passion
Four teens represented Illinois at the National Science and Engineering Festival in Washington, D.C. this spring. These 4-H science ambassadors, who hail from DuPage, Kane and Kendall counties, manned a water science booth at the popular national event. All of the youth are members of a special interest
Clark County 4-H members honor veterans with 'Quilts of Valor'
Some 4-H stories touch your heart in ways you don't ever forget. Meet 4-H member Tiffany Williams from Clark County who, as part of the five-member 4-H QOV Spinners 4-H Club, has donated time, talent and material to make beautiful "Quilts of Valor" for veterans of the area. Deb Lindley, the leader of the QOV Club, is a former 4-H member who "learned how to quilt from the best, Eleanor Markwell," said Extension 4-H Program Coordinator Cartha Gustafson. At 88 years young, Markwell is still a 4-H leader in Clark County, completing 58 years of dedicated volunteer service.
All that glitters is not gold; sometimes it's mosaic glass pieces
Janet Pezzelle, a volunteer leader of the Forsyth Fantastics 4-H Club for 15 years, said she wanted to expose her club members to something new. Her "something new" was bright, shiny and full of bling, glass mosaics. Members brought in items from home as the base for their mosaic project, and with a little instruction from Glass House owner Marilyn Trebacz, the 4-H members went about designing their own original art pieces which will be exhibited at the Macon County Fair 4-H Show at the Decatur Arts Council in July.


We love to take before and after pictures of our garage door installs. This one we really like because the before picture was cloudy and kind of gloomy outside. The after picture the weather could not be more perfect to capture the new garage door install! This is such a great look on this home, the homeowner could not have made a better style choice!


About Rancho Grande Hyundai is located conveniently off of the 101 Freeway in San Luis Obispo, CA. Our service center is staffed with expert technicians who provide quality Hyundai repair and maintenance. Call or email us to set up an appointment today.
Done in time planned and $12 under estimate.
Had my car for two weeks to do a recall repair. Other than the call the day I dropped it off to tell me the car needed the full repair, I never heard from them again until it was time to pick up. I called to get an update a week in, order laced on hold, them told to leave a message. They never called me back. They do good work, and are usually good at communicating, but was disappointed this time.
I apologize for the recent experience. We really love our clients and try to exceed their expectations and are embarrassed by this recent service. Thank you for your business!
Respectful, friendly, helpful & timely.
We really love our clients and appreciate your response! Thank you!
Staff very helpful! Service time reasonable.
I bought my first Sonata at Rancho Grande in 2005. I drove it for 14 years and it is still in service.
So far with my new Sonata, the service has been great. I hope it remains so for the life of this Sonata too.
Terrible customer service. Told to stand by my car and wait for someone. Waited in severe weather for over 20 minutes before having to force someone to help me. At least 5 employees walked by me and actively ignored me.
Work accomplished that was not required for over $400.
Steve took care of all details very effectively.
Fast and great service.. thank you.
Manager had windshield company come to us. Wish it hadn't happened, or that they recognized the cracked windshield beore we found it!
Friendly and straight forward and the waiting area was quiet.
We had a Factory update on the motor and it was done without any pressure to buy other service or product. Our last car was a Honda which we liked. However the service we got from the local Honda dealer was right out of the SALES 101 Handbook. They were always trying to up sell. The waiting area was also pretty chaotic at times.
Thank you for the feedback. Our SureCritic review is very important to us! Glad to hear your are more satisfied with our low pressure staff (compared to your last servicing dealer).
We will continue to strive for a 5 star experience. If you ever need anything, please feel free to reach out to me.
Thank you! So glad your are pleased with the service. Have a great day.
If you can't fix it, what can you do?
Thank you for responding to the SureCritic review. Intermittent problems can be frustrating for all parties. Our goal is to duplicate and repair the vehicle. Please let us know if this concern happens again. Your service advisor, Steve Sharps, can be reached directly at 805-597-5572.
Check engine light on they fixed it with in couple days. Very friendly people!
So glad the team provided 5-star service for you and your Elantra. Enjoy the car!
Thank you so much for the great feedback! I am so glad Steve Sharps took great care of you.
Thank you so much for your kind words. I am very glad Steve took great care of you. We look forward to servicing your Hyundai again!


The port automatically configures itself for 32-bit and 64-bit RISC-V architectures on basis of #defines set by GCC.
The demo application runs on the spike simulator in 64-bit mode, and needs the riscv GCC compiler and spike simulator to be installed somewhere for the build to succeed.
The tarball contains a subtree of the FreeRTOS 8.2.3 ZIP, which is sufficient (apart from GCC+spike) to build and run the demo app.
Contributed to the project by Technolution B.V. (www.technolution.nl)!


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Michael Chapman
Nova Scotia Community College
1.00 / 1.00 Crystal Taylor
Director, Diversity and Inclusion
Has the institution assessed diversity and equity in terms of campus climate?:
A brief description of the campus climate assessment(s) :
• All campuses have embraced Diversity and Inclusion and several have active Diversity Committees.
• Campus Principals are working with the Office of Diversity and Inclusion (ODI) to support the expansion of the diversity committee model to include all campuses and respectful workplace and learning environment focus, which will include individual campus outreach and needs assessment focus groups (begun Spring 2016 and continuing through winter 2016/17).
• Campus needs assessment opportunities have been slow to arise as a result of schedule and ODI resources. However, some results of the initial assessment have informed ODI planning for 2016/17.
o Campus leaders found the needs assessment to be very valuable and advocated for all campuses to receive similar support. This work will be continued through winter 2016/17.
o There is a felt need for staff learning opportunities in the area of transgender student needs which supports respectful workplace and learning environment trends.
o ODI is working with specific campus Student Services to provide learning opportunities for staff in the area of transgender student needs (begun summer 2016 and continuing through winter 2016/17).
o ODI is working with the Central Facilities team to audit the number of gender neutral washrooms and provide gender neutral washroom guidelines.
Has the institution assessed student diversity and educational equity?:
A brief description of the student diversity and educational equity assessment(s):
The students are asked to voluntarily self-identify (if they identify with one of four equity groups: women, persons with disabilities, Aboriginal and African Canadian) when they apply for studies at the College. The data collected through this process allow the College to maintain and measure trends related to student diversity. The development of the new Employment and Educational Equity Policies (outlined in PA-4: Diversity and Equity Coordination) will further advance the College's ability to maintain this information.
Has the institution assessed employee diversity and employment equity?:
A brief description of the employee diversity and employment equity assessment(s):
September 2016 marked the launch of NSCC Employment Equity Self-Identification Survey. ODI and Human Resources are currently working to analyze results to inform policy, programs and initiatives. Refer to PA-4: Diversity and Equity Coordination
Has the institution assessed diversity and equity in terms of governance and public engagement?:
A brief description of the governance and public engagement assessment(s):
Diversity and inclusion is included in NSCC's eight core values, considered part of the driving force within our organization. The creation of the ODI stems from consultations across all 13 campuses with key stakeholders, the resulting creation of a diversity framework and key recommendations - including the strategic commitment to Diversity and Inclusion and creation of the ODI infrastructure. The Director of the Office of Diversity and Inclusion provides regular updates on diversity and inclusion activities to the Board of Governors.
The website URL where information about the assessment(s) is available:
http://www.nscc.ca/services/index.asp


January 21, 2011 by Aoife in "bread", "olive", "poppy seed", "yeast"
Bread, one of the most basic foods on the planet .... you can bake bread at home and it's easier than you think. I remember my mum baking bread, the sweet smell filling the house and the wait as we watched it... wrapped in a tea towel by the window cooling....and then the slicing and the butter melting into its wholemeal goodness and not bothering with jam and washing it down with a cup of hot tea or homemade lemonade in the summertime...happy days! I know in this fast paced world most people don't have the time to make bread from scratch, but if you do have a few hours on your hands it is so worth doing.Today I'm baking a yeasted bread, which seems to put the fear of god in people...but trust me, once you make your own fresh, crusty on the outside, soft on the inside bread you will despair at the thoughts of buying a sliced pan again!
dissolve the sugar in the water & add the yeast..a froth will appear..that means the yeast is alive!
if it seems a bit lumpy don't worry...kneed the dough on a floured work surface for 10 mins until dough is smooth & springy ...it's a good upper arm workout!
after the dough has risen (2/3 hours) you 'knock it back' this is fun...punch the dough to knock the air out!
next step...kneed the dough again for 2/3 mins & then allow to rest for 10 mins -if making olive bread add them at this point....note...dry the olives in kitchen paper as you don't want to wet the dough too much.
"bread", "olive", "poppy seed", "yeast"


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N-Dubz leave US record label after 'sticking their finger up' at them
Tom Goodwyn Aug 13, 2011 2:16 pm BST
N Dubz perform at the Isle of Wight festival, in Newport on the Isle of Wight. Credit: PA Photos
Dappy lays into Def Jam, saying they wanted to make them into 'silly pop tarts'
N-Dubz mainman Dappy has hit out at US label Def Jam after the North London trio opted to leave the label.
The group were signed by the label, which also features the likes of Rihanna and Ne-Yo on its roster, in order to achieve success across the Atlantic, but have now left after they struggled to break through in the US.
Speaking to The Sun, Dappy dismissed suggestions that the group had been dropped, but had quit the label after they refused to compromise over commercial decisions.
They might say they've dropped us but we were never going to co-operate with them when they decided to change what we are. If we had co-operated we would still be signed. But I stuck my finger up at them when they wanted us to make another TV show. Tulisa thought we should do it because we could make some money out of it, but I said no.
He also said he believed the label had handled them badly and tried to turn the group into something they weren't, adding: "For them to say they dropped us makes me angry because we just didn't want to change who we are or what we do. We're not just a silly bunch of pop tarts."
Def Jam issued a short statement, which seemed to back up the band's comments. It reads: "N-Dubz have left the Def Jam imprint in the USA due to creative differences over musical direction. This was 100 per cent the band's decision and they remain signed to Universal worldwide."
N-Dubz are currently on hiatus while Dappy pursues a solo career and his bandmate Tulisa Contostavlos serves as a judge on the new series of The X Factor.
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They broke down the old house.
You're not old enough to drink.
How are you doing there?
This sweater is made by hand.
Lisa Lillien is married to Dan Schneider.
I've had a lot on my mind recently and have had trouble falling asleep at night.
I'm pretty sure we can help you.
Vickie thought nothing of it.
The reader focuses everything at his discretion; he only picks what he likes and understands well from a book.
Does Nate want it long, or short?
She entered religion at the age of nineteen.
On the American flag, there's a star for every state.
I had known her for ten years when I married her.
You still owe me one.
The function has no side effects.
As soon as he was left alone, he opened the letter.
Between friends all is common.
The doctor advised me to take a long holiday.
I like to chat with my pals after school.
Clara asked me where to go.
I used to think this was impossible.
Someone has to tell him.
Someone should do something about this.
I really just want to talk.
Shoppers hurried along the sidewalk.
I've hit a brick wall with my research. I don't know what to do now.
I saw the person I was expecting standing there.
You don't like me very much, do you?
I am waiting for my driver.
I caught a glimpse of him as he turned the corner.
I'm dying to see Paris.
What do you want me to do right now?
Dan became more and more angry.
How many animal species are there in the world?
That's what happened to them.
Mott traveled back in time to perform a mission.
Why are you telling me that Lynn has a girlfriend?
I couldn't wait any longer.
See you on the plane.
Do you know someone who knows about air conditioning?
Here's a piece of candy.
I thought your remark was interesting.
Who was the inventor of the telephone, Bell or Meucci?
He was sick, so he did not go out.
I just want to be a good neighbor.
I like dogs, but cats I don't like.
That's why I have such an extreme hatred for him.
She admitted that I was right.
Are you in a hurry?
Can I just use this quickly please?
Christie bowed his head and prayed.
Honey, don't forget to wake me up for work at 11 o'clock.
It sounds like a fun job.
The keys were in my bag.
If you don't run, you'll be late.
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I ate quesadillas for breakfast.
We learned that English is an international language.
I'm going to wear my blue jacket.
I guess it depends on the weather.
Sedovic was sitting at the bar three stools away, drinking beer.
It took me a while to find Shai.
Do you want me to come in with you?
Some people kept interrupting the speakers, and finally broke up the meeting.
For Nicholas, life was perfect.
Don't be afraid of seeing the doctor.
Kent did what he could to help.
He was worn out when he got home.
Drew has pitched his tent not too far from the river.
Suyog owed a lot to Nancy.
Vassos burned himself out as a baseball player.
Isabelle just stood there watching everybody eat.
The European Community unites many of the countries of Europe with a single passport.
This park is a paradise for children.
There's someone I want you to meet.
Francisco's dog is a pretty good swimmer.
Six of them are returning.
Clyde and Vijay have been friends since they were kids.
His impractical proposal astonished us all.
The government finances are severely squeezed.
She talks a lot about her father.
Sridhar didn't expect that answer.
I've got a ton of work to do.
What would you tell her?
A wise man would not say such a thing.
I have a surprise for him.
The reason he failed was because he neglected his work.
He said that real hope sprang from the probability that there is life elsewhere in the universe.
I haven't washed my hair.
What about the family of the dying patient?
The sun was hidden by the mountain.
Agatha always makes a mess of things.
That actually sounds quite interesting.
I walk a lot, because it's healthy.
I don't own a horse.
How many lawyers does Mara have?
Let's wrap up this work now and go out drinking.
Kamel is the one I deal with.
Randal is far from perfect.
He had to share his room with his sister.
Most fast food restaurants serve American food like fries and burgers, but some serve more exotic food from places like China and Mexico.
They came to the hospital to inquire after me.
The population of Osaka is larger than that of Kyoto.
What would you do if you had one year free?
How can we save Roy?
The coffee pot is full of coffee.
What are you doing up so late?
Are you coming back tomorrow?
I think Emma may be hurt.
He received cheers and applause.
My sister isn't studying now.
Accessories were laid out on the shelf for sale.
I can't tell you how grateful I am.
It's impossible to get out of this cell.
Jane must stop giving way to her desire for chocolate.
I was beginning to worry about you.
Can I take them home?
I achieved all I hoped to do today.
The game took on among old people.
Spy won't know how to do that.
Do it well or don't do it.
He left his umbrella on the bus.
This tea is too bitter.
We had a fairly good idea what the world thought of the United States. Now we also know what the United States thinks of the rest of the world.
Education is a critical element.
Svante is a good boss.
My neighbor suffers from osteoporosis.
Herbert was also having fun.
Oh, I almost forgot! Today is garbage disposal day!
He started early in the morning.
The "Bolashak" program is very useful.
Maybe we can help them.
Crows often fish through garbage.
Ralf often changes his mind.
I was in the water.
Did I do something to make Rogue mad at me?
We need few words to express what is essential.
I'm too old for this world.
What he did is very wrong.
I'm trying to help Price, but he won't let me.


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Q: Error - filename.sh: python: command not found I am making a .Sh File which will in turn run a Python file cause I want that .Sh file to run in the background.
So here is the name of my Python File - canlp.py. And the .sh file code to run this Python file is as follows.
#!/bin/sh
CWD="$(pwd)"
python canlp.py

Although when I run this code it gives me this error in CMD - canlp.sh: line 3: python: command not found When I run it using bash canlp.sh
And I am able to run it from Standalone Terminal without using .Sh . I am using the latest version of Python and have Windows 10 as a Operating System


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This recipe fuses two Christmas traditional recipes into one. The black forest cake and the pavlova.
To make the drizzle, place the dark chocolate in a ceramic bowl and heat in the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring after each until glossy and smooth. You want the ganache to be pourable but not too runny.
Dip 12 cherries with stalk intact into the ganache. Set aside to set.
Place the pavlova on a cake stand and pour the remaining chocolate mixture over the cake, starting in the middle, allowing it to run over the sides for a decadent and dramatic look.
Decorate with the 12 chocolate dipped cherries and some extra fresh cherries.


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Q: Does Reinvesting eliminate all your Hyperbits? If I were to Reinvest, would I end up without any Hyperbits, or would they still remain?

A: Short answer, no. It also affirms this when you click Reinvest.
More info:
https://www.reddit.com/r/BitcoinBillionaireApp/comments/3gm7wr/do_hyperbits_go_back_to_0_when_you_reinvest/


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Scottish Military Disasters Illustrations
Some bonus material for those of you who bought the book: illustrations which were not used. Press this button - Battle Maps - to see the maps specially prepared for the book but ultimately not included.
The Norwegians and Scots get to grips with each other in this perhaps
rather fanciful portrayal of the Battle of Kringen in 1612. Chapter 6.
The Scots Army left a strong position on Doon Hill to fight and suffered a humiliating defeat at
the hands of the English under Oliver Cromwell in 1650. Chapter 7.
Around 3,000 Scots captured at Dunbar were imprisoned in Durham Cathedral. More than of them died in captivity and the survivors were sold into slavery or to the French Army.
General Hugh Mackay commanded the Royalist troops routed by Highland Jacobites at Killicrankie in 1689. Lord Leven's Regiment, later the King's Own Scottish Borderers, were one of the few Royalist units not to disgrace themselves at the battle. Chapter 8.
MacKay's troops under attack at Killiecrankie. Chapter 8.
Charles Edward Stuart, better known as Bonnie Prince Charlie, led an army made up of Highland clansmen, Lowland sympathisers and Scots serving in the French Army to disaster at Culloden in 1746. Chapter 9.
The Black Watch fight their way towards the French positions at Ticonderoga in 1758. Chapter 11
Captain David Baird of the 73rd Highlanders survived the 1780 disaster at Pollilur and barbaric imprisonment afterwards and rose to the rank of General. The 73rd later became the 1st Highland Light Infantry. Chapter 14
Lieutenant-Colonel Patrick MacLeod of the 78th Highlanders died with 162 other members of the regiment at El Hamet in Egypt in 1807. Chapter 17.
Soldiers from several regiments, including the 74th Highlanders, the 73rd Perthshire and the 91st Argyllshire, stood to attention while the women and children from sinking the troopship Birkenhead were safely loaded into the three available lifeboats off the South African coast in 1852. Around 450 of the soldiers were drowned. Chapter 20.
The death of Brigadier Adrian Hope of the 93rd Highlanders at Ruiya in India in 1858 almost triggered a mutiny amongst the Highland troops he commanded. Chapter 21.
Major General Sir George Colley, who was blamed for the debacle involving the Gordon Highlanders at Majuba Hill in 1881. Chapter 22
British troops on the summit of Majuba Hill. Chapter 22
Major General Andy Wauchope who led the Highland Brigade to Disaster at Magersfontein in
South Africa in 1899. Chapter 23
A memorial in Edinburgh's Rosebank Cemetry to the men of the 7th Royal Scots who died in the 1915 in the Quintshill Rail Disaster near Gretna. Chapter 26.
Many of those who survived the Gretna train crash were die at the Battle of Gully Ravine on the Gallipoli peninsula a few weeks later. The battle also claimed the life of Private 276 Robert Cowan of the 8th Scottish Rifles. He was my great-grandfather. Chapter 27.
All four men in this photo are also believed to have died at Gully Ravine. It is thought to have been taken in Grangemouth in May 1915 and may show the platoon commanders from B Company of the 7th Scottish Rifles. The young seated lad with the towel over his shoulder is Lieutenant Daniel Taylor from B Company. That would make the others Lieutenants Duff, Brown and Maclay. This photo was supplied courtesy of Taylor's great nephew Alistair Cuthbert.


AD LDS stands for "Active Directory Lightweight Directory Services." If you're not familiar with this, it's basically a simple way to provide an authentication system for an application via LDAP, but without all the bells and whistles of a full blown Active Directory configuration.
In the past 6 months, I've had to migrate three different AD LDS instances as part of a Windows Server upgrade project I've been part of.
Let me tell you — what a pain.
I wonder if the people who recommend this technique have ever actually attempted to follow their own advice. It is horrific, and never goes as planned. During re-import, you get all sorts of strange weird encoding errors, requiring you to change from UTF-8 to Unicode, then you have to go through your export file and delete weird spaces and random characters, all the while sacrificing your first-born child to the Microsoft gods before your offering will be accepted in the form of a successful import.
And the worst part of all? Password hashes don't get included in your file export. So any user who could successfully authenticate against of old AD LDS Instance will be required to reset their password before they can authenticate to the new instance. If you have a small user base, that's one thing. But many of the AD LDS instances I've been playing with had upwards of 8,000 users.
Requiring 8,000 people to reset passwords is no small task.
After the third migration, I was absolutely fed up. It was a convoluted mess of exporting OU structures first, then exporting just the users, while excluding specific user attributes. I was done.
And then I realized — I've been doing it wrong this entire time.
Rather than spending hours doing a dump and re-import, what I should've been doing this entire time is setting up an AD LDS replica. Doing this in the first place could have literally saved me hours of time and headache.
And the best part? Doing it in this manner retains password hashes. No user password resets required!
Once done, open the "Active Directory Lightweight Directory Services Setup Wizard" from the "Tools" menu of Server Manager.
Enter the new instance name. You're welcome to name it exactly the same as the existing instance if you'd like.
Ports 389 and 636 are the default LDAP ports. If you're running this AD LDS instance on an existing server already running AD/AD LDS, you'll want to choose different port numbers, or you'll run into conflicts.
Select the old server name where the existing AD LDS instance resides, along with the port number. Again, 389 is default. If you're not sure, stick with this. I had issues simply typing in the server name manually. For some reason, I wasn't able to proceed unless I hit the "Browse" button and had Windows search for the server name for me. Once it was verified, I could continue.
The user I was logged in with was a Domain Admin, so I'm choosing here to use the currently logged on user. Obviously, tweak this if you need. Domain Admin isn't required.
Change file location if you'd like. For me, default was fine.
Verify that everything looks good.
The copy process will start. This was very quick for me. Didn't take longer than 30 seconds to replicate all the information over to the new instance.
Once done, you can verify that the instance is actually installed by looking at the Programs listing in Control Panel.
Now, at this point, you should be good to go. Try connecting to your newly-migrated instance using ADSI Edit. Once you've successfully connected and can verify that everything is where it should be, I'd test that you're able to successfully authenticate as a user, using a tool such as LDP.exe from a DIFFERENT server. If everything works there, you can turn off your old AD LDSinstance, and you can have confidence that everything is migrated.
You see, this is much easier than trying to use LDIFDE, CSVDE, or ADMT tools to migrate everything. I was just doing it wrong the entire time.