This manual is used to teach the students of the National Tactical Training Association Of Bail Enforcement Agents. This manual covers everything you will ever need to know in this field. This book covers tactical entry, firearms, history of bail enforcement just to name a few. You will never find a better training guide then this one. The N.T.T.A.B.E.A. has been instructing Bail Enforcement, Law Enforcement, Security and SRT teams for over 15 years and the instructors have over 20 plus years in the field. After you have read this manual, contact the N.T.T.A.B.E.A. to find out how to get your certification.
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Source: [UCI](http://archive.ics.uci.edu/ml/datasets/Internet+Advertisements) - 1998
This dataset represents a set of possible advertisements on Internet pages. The features encode the geometry of the image (if available) as well as phrases occurring in the URL, the image's URL and alt text, the anchor text, and words occurring near the anchor text. The task is to predict whether an image is an advertisement ("ad") or not ("nonad").
Relevant Papers: N. Kushmerick (1999). "Learning to remove Internet advertisements", 3rd Int Conf Autonomous Agents.
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In the realm of psychedelic exploration, there exists a diverse tapestry of experiences, each offering a unique portal into the depths of the human mind. While many may be familiar with traditional substances like LSD or magic mushrooms, there exists a less-traveled path, one adorned with the vibrant red cap and white speckles of the fly agaric mushroom. This enigmatic fungus has been used for centuries by various indigenous cultures for its psychoactive properties, and today, a modern twist on its consumption has emerged – the Fly Agaric Gummy. The Fly Agaric, scientifically known as Amanita muscaria, has a rich history rooted in shamanic practices, notably among Siberian and Indigenous North American communities. Its striking appearance, reminiscent of storybook toadstools, has earned it a place in folklore and fairy tales. The consumption of fly agaric can induce profound altered states of consciousness, characterized by vivid hallucinations, a deep connection to nature, and a sense of transcending ordinary reality.
The Fly Agaric Gummy takes a contemporary approach to an ancient tradition. These carefully crafted edibles offer a convenient and controlled method for those seeking to explore the realms of the mind. Gummies are a discreet and accessible option for anyone intrigued by the potential insights and revelations offered by the fly agaric, without the need to forage for wild mushrooms or endure the often bitter taste of their natural counterparts. The art of psychedelic indulgence with fly agaric gummies is a delicate balance between respecting the potent effects of the fungus and ensuring a safe, guided experience. Setting and intention play a crucial role in shaping the journey, as with any psychedelic endeavor. The use of these gummies is best approached with reverence, as the Amanita muscaria is known to be a powerful teacher.
One of the most intriguing aspects of the fly agaric experience is the unpredictability of its effects. Each gummy may yield a different voyage, with variations in intensity, duration, and the nature of the visions and emotions it evokes. This unpredictability can be both a source of awe and a challenge to the explorer, making it essential to have a trusted guide or sitter for the journey. These individuals can provide a grounding presence and assist in navigating the often surreal landscapes of the mind. In conclusion, the Fly Agaric Gummy Edition presents a modern approach to an age-old practice. It invites curious minds to partake in the art of psychedelic indulgence with respect, caution, and a spirit of adventure. When approached mindfully, these gummies can be a key to unlocking the mysteries of consciousness and the profound beauty of the human psyche. As with any psychedelic substance, it is essential to do thorough research, exercise caution, and, if possible, seek the guidance of experienced individuals to maximize the potential for a safe and transformative experience.


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Italiaidea offers students the use of its sizable library filled with classics of Italian literature.
Everyone knows that one of the quickest ways to learn a language is to read books in the original language.
At Italiaidea a teacher can help you choose a text appropriate to your level of Italian which you may then take home with you and keep throughout the length of your course.


HOW TO UNDERSTAND YOUR SKIN:
I know this is something I'm currently still working on, but I have come to a much better understanding of what skin health is and how to maintain it- both from within and out! Keeping a good skincare routine is the best way that I've found in maintaining healthy skin which in turn, will optimize your skin's potential :) One approach that I've decided to take, was to educate myself on what IS better for your skin and what DOES actually work!
That a does mean quite a bit of reading in the process and I've managed to run into a few good reads that have the right idea and I thought they would be perfect to share with all of you. Of of these book in particular that I have in mind at the moment is- Beautiful, Supple Skin: A comprehensive Guide to Understanding & Caring for Your Skin, by James Huang. It's an excellent guide to how to truly understand YOUR skin, how it works, and what you can do to really maintain healthy skin for years to come!
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beautiful, supple skin: a comprehensive guide to understanding & caring for your skin, james huang
This is a fantastic skincare guide for anyone and well worth the read! James starts the book out with a background and historical look at skincare, starting with the Egyptians and Ancient Greeks. He then goes on toe explain key functions of the skin as well as the benefits of skin care in general. Fortunately he doesn't stop there and breaks up different things that you can use for skin care and how they actually work, like Seaweed for example! I especially enjoyed the section titled "5 Important At-home Skin Care Routines" which breaks down the top things you can easily do at-home without ever stepping foot in a spa or dermatologist office.
The different skin types in addition to how to care for them is a great section too an includes some good information on the best way to treat your skin type and why. If you've ever wondered how to identify what skin type you have, there's some good advice on page 14 that will tell you how to do just that :) On page 15, a easy-to-read table can even help you in selecting the best skincare products based on your skin type. I'm not a big fan of tables normally as a lot of them end of being useless or don't make much sense, but James placed this one well and it makes it a cinch to use.
I'm a fan of the section titled Modern Day Skin Conditions and Treatment as it does an excellent job at explaining common skin problems like acne, Xerosis or dry skin, Sunburns, Skin cancer, and Eczema. Each of these sections goes into very good detail explaining what causes each condition, why, how you can treat it, and what's out there in regards to products to help with symptoms.
The book even covers home remedies for some of these skin conditions such as sunburns and acne :) Overall, I thought this book to be a perfect edition to my skincare and beauty arsenal and great for future reference as well. I'd highly recommend this one to anyone looking to brush up on some great beauty and skincare advice and tips or someone that's just delving into the beauty world and wants to learn a thing or two ;)


Schools face challenges in encouraging the rising generation to engage positively with reading. Society pays a big price if we get this wrong. Some interesting research puts all of this into context:
- Children and young people who do not achieve expected levels of literacy are more likely to be from disadvantaged backgrounds.
- 14% of children in lower income homes rarely or never read books for pleasure.
- Parents are the most important reading role models for children and young people.
- Only 1 in 5 parents easily find the opportunity to read to their children.
- 10 to 16 year-olds who read for pleasure do better at school. (2013 research by Dr Alice Sullivan and Matt Brown from the Institute of Education)
- Reading for pleasure is more important for children’s cognitive development than their parents’ level of education. (2013 research by Dr Alice Sullivan and Matt Brown from the Institute of Education)
At Tenbury High we promote Literacy through a range of activities.
- daily reading opportunities for all year 7 and 8 pupils;
- weekly reading time for all pupils in the school every Thursday
- the Accelerated Reading Programme for all year 7s and 8s
- Peer reading programme for less confident readers in year 7
- Access to a well-stocked library every lunch, break and during lessons
- Links to Tenbury town library
How can you help your child to succeed?
- If your child is taking part in the Accelerated Reading programme then they need to read for twenty minutes a day for the programme to be successful.
- Talk to them about their book: what are they enjoying; what do they think is going to happen; what would they do if they were X character.
- Help them understand how to access new vocabulary and how the dictionary works.
- Encourage them to read a broad range of books including fiction and non-fiction.
The following link allows you to filter books for boys, reluctant readers, dyslexia, age. etc:
Students can purchase books from this publication. The website link is below:
Across the school, we support writing in the following ways:
- A marking and feedback policy which will focus on the quality of pupils’ written communication
- Common areas for development of written communication
- TAs who will look out for and highlight common technical inaccuracies in pupils’ work encouraging them to self-correct
- Word of the week where students are rewarded for using new vocabulary
The following link will take you to an excellent website which has a range of activities which will help to improve writing:


Exploring the world of self-improvement books can be a transformative journey, especially when it comes to building self-confidence. Here are five outstanding self-improvement books from 2023 that are sure to provide insights and strategies to enhance your self-confidence and overall personal growth.
"Outlive: The science and art of longevity"
By Peter Attia MD with Bill Gifford.
Offering a groundbreaking approach to longevity, this book combines scientific research with practical advice for optimizing body and mind. Peter Attia challenges conventional medical thinking, focusing on preventing chronic diseases and enhancing healthspan.
"Excellent advice for living: Wisdom I wish I’d known earlier"
By Kevin Kelly.
Authored by the co-founder of Wired, this book is a collection of life lessons and wisdom, making it a rich resource for personal development.
By James Clear.
Clear explores the power of small, incremental changes in our daily routines, providing a clear framework for achieving personal goals and improving overall well-being.
"How to win friends & influence people"
By Dale Carnegie
A timeless classic offering invaluable advice on interpersonal skills, emphasizing the importance of genuine interest in others for improving relationships and achieving success.
"Thinking, fast and slow"
By Daniel Kahneman.
Nobel Prize winner Kahneman provides a fascinating look into how our minds work, teaching readers how to make better decisions by understanding the two thought processes.
Each of these books brings a unique perspective to the field of self-improvement, offering practical guidance and deep insights. Whether you're looking to enhance your health, build better habits, improve relationships, or make smarter decisions, these books are excellent resources for boosting self-confidence and personal growth.


The following pages contain certain sections from the 1963 Oil Can year book; class specific documents; newspaper articles consisting of important class events, weddings, obituaries, and other miscellaneous items of interest. I want to thank our Carol Thomas Krawiec for all of the current archive documents. If you have any additional items to add to the class archive, please contact me at email@example.com .
Class video on YouTube (The video may only be viewed from this link)
Oil City High News (From the Oil City Derrick)
1961 Oil Can
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2015 Veterans Day
November 11th / 12pm noon
Richard Nixon Pres. Library & Museum
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Come enjoy the our majestic tribute and concert highlighting the
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This is a must see for the whole family and especially our brave veterans.
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The commands for the BrainStem architecture are listed here. All BrainStem commands are structured the same. The first byte is the command code and the subsequent bytes are data for the command.
Commands are sent between modules on the IIC bus wrapped in a packet structure. This same packet structure is used on the host-to-stem link .
Commands can be issued from the host using the aStem Library from within C or C++. They can also be issued to modules explicitly using the Console for debugging, testing, and interactive use.


By Emmanuel S. Nelson
There has been a dramatic resurgence of curiosity in early African American writing. because the unintentional rediscovery and republication of Harriet Wilson's Our Nig in 1983, the works of dozens of nineteenth and early twentieth century black writers were recovered and reprinted. there's now an important revival of curiosity within the Harlem Renaissance of the Nineteen Twenties; and within the final decade on my own, numerous significant exams of 18th and nineteenth century African American literature were released. Early African American literature builds on a robust oral culture of songs, folktales, and sermons. Slave narratives began appearing throughout the past due 18th and early nineteenth century, and later writers started to interact a number of topics in assorted genres.
A important target of this reference publication is to supply a wide-ranging advent to the 1st 2 hundred years of African American literature. incorporated are alphabetically prepared entries for seventy eight black writers lively among 1745 and 1945. between those writers are essayists, novelists, brief tale writers, poets, playwrights, and autobiographers. every one access is written through knowledgeable contributor and offers a biography, a dialogue of significant works and subject matters, an summary of the author's serious reception, and first and secondary bibliographies. the amount concludes with a particular, normal bibliography.
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William Wells Brown says Bell combined “the highest excellence of the poet with the best style of the orator,” a style “not easily described” but exemplifying the “negro’s . . great delight in rhetorical exercise, his inward enthusiasm, his seeming power to transport himself into the scene which he describes, or the emotion he has summoned” (504–5). Bell’s friend and former pastor, Bishop Arnett, describes Bell’s poetry as a “crystalline stream, which came bubbling, sparkling, leaping, rolling, tumbling and jumping down the mountain side” (10).
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"A good photo has to have a point of view. What am I photographing? What am I trying to say? For instance, going back to Billie Holiday, to me she was a beautiful singer, but she was a troubled woman in terms of taking too many drugs. So, when I took the photo, I felt that one interesting aspect of her was: How do I exhibit in the photograph the fact that she was taking drugs? In her facial expressions, the way she handled her body, the way clothes fell off her body, you know, that's more important to me. Who is she?"
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Under a month ago a fantastic new BFI DVD was released which celebrates the British coastline. From the Sea to the Land Beyond is a film by award winning director Penny Woolcock and is a lyrical portrait of Britain’s coastline, created through an exquisite combination of evocative archive footage (all drawn from the BFI National Archive) and not only celebrates our identity with the British sea and coastline, but celebrates the superb archive which is held at the BFI.
Travelling from 1901 through both World Wars, into peacetime and the modern age, From the Sea to the Land Beyond shows our coast as a place of leisure, industry and wild nature. With an emphasis on the romantic and the ritualistic, the archive footage used in the film’s assembly is rich and varied. Both film and music incorporate themes of work, play, childhood, romance, melancholy, hope, transportation, wilderness, the power of the elements and the beauty of wildlife.
Amongst many memorable and poignant images are those of a woman scaling a sheer cliff face to collect eggs, a group of Edwardian gentlemen playing beach combat games on the verge of World War I, bathers in top hats, a troupe of dancers on a pristine beach, the arrival by ship of émigrés from the Caribbean and India, the building of the Channel Tunnel, and present-day holidaymakers battling the wind and rain in Blackpool.
The film is comprised mainly of clips from four major BFI National Archive collections: the world-famous Mitchell and Kenyon films; Topical Budget (British silent era newsreels); public information films from the COI collection; travelogues from the British Transport Film Unit.
In her introductory essay in the DVD booklet, director Penny Woolcock writes:
‘In these days of formatted, factual entertainment and docu-soaps, tabloid television is created with twitchy fingers on the remote control in mind. Filmmakers find it hard to resist demands for commentaries that inform the viewer what they are about to see and reminding them of it as soon as it is over, and shovelling all the best bits in the film into the first couple of minutes and repeating later. The opportunity of making something without these attendant anxieties was irresistible.’
Included amongst the DVD’s special features are some of the archive films which were used in From the Sea to the Land Beyond. One of them, Beside the Seaside, directed by Marion Grierson in 1935, is a wittily observant documentary that shows Londoners flocking to the coast to enjoy themselves during a heatwave. This, and the other archive films included as extras, feature newly recorded introductions by Penny Woolcock.
Conceived and produced by Heather Croall, director of Sheffield Doc/Fest, and Mark Atkin, director of Crossover Labs. From the Sea to the Land Beyond premiered in Sheffield’s Crucible Theatre with a live score – to a standing ovation – in June 2012 (some of us were there). The project was funded by The Space, an initiative of the BBC and The Arts Council. British Sea Power, a band famed for their live shows, have subsequently performed their original score at further screenings of the film.
So not only can we highly recommend this release! We can also offer the opportunity to win a copy of From the Sea to the Land Beyond on DVD!
As mentioned above we have a copy of the BFI’s new DVD From the Sea to the Land Beyond to give away… all you need to do is ansewer this very simple question.
SS Saxonia is featured in From the Sea to the Land Beyond via Mitchell and Kenyon’s film ‘SS Saxonia in Liverpool’ (1911), but what was the destination for her maiden voyage from Liverpool?
We need the name of the city and not the country by the way.
Simply email the answer to email@example.com with ‘From the Sea to the Land Beyond’ in the subject header by the afternoon on Friday 8th March. The lucky winner will then be announced later that Friday evening.
Our thanks to the BFI for releasing a fantastic DVD.


The Christmas Santa Fell Asleep tells a tale of an eight year old boy Kevin who wakes up Christmas morning to find a most curious package under his tree - one of Santa’s elves!
After opening his presents, and the big Christmas dinner with his parents, Kevin goes back upstairs to where the elf is hiding. There he hears the surprising story about what actually happened the night before Christmas, that got the elf wrapped up and under the tree!
In the sometimes scary, and sometimes fun adventures, the boy and the elf travel together back to Santaland, the boy building courage and a stronger sense of self as they go. (No telling what he gets to do with Santa after he gets there!)
The Christmas Santa Fell Asleep is an inspiring story of hope and joy and healing for children of all ages (including adults!), reminding us about joy and kindness and the true spirit of Christmas.
To purchase an autographed copy by the author for $20.00 including tax, plus $5.00 handling, please fill out the contact form. The Christmas Santa Fell Asleep is also for sale on Amazon without the autograph, but the author gets less than a third of the sale.
The Moon Has Fallen is a whimsical story about the moon, which has fallen on the beach. The sun is sad in passing. The ocean, the mountains, the egrets and herons, and dolphins all help the moon get back to the sky — “with kisses and wishes” and “one-two-three, eyes closed scrunched tight, no peaking.”
A simple story for very young children with beautiful illustrations on every page.
To purchase an autographed copy by the author for $15.00 plus $5.00 handling, please fill out the contact form.
The Moon Has Fallen is also for sale on Amazon without the autograph, but the author gets less than a third of the sale.
(When little ones come to page 14, they have to look very very closely and find the very faintest image of "eyes closed scrunched tight!" And then every time, their readers come to that page, that's what the children do!!! It is so much fun!
See if YOU can find the "eyes closed scrunched tight!")
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This infographic provides a detailed analysis of the High Priestess tarot card, focusing on its representation of intuition, inner wisdom, and divine feminine energy. The graphic features imagery from the Rider Waite version of the card, which depicts a regal figure shrouded in mystery, symbolizing the unknown and the power of the subconscious. The infographic explores the various elements of the card, such as the veil, the pillars, and the crescent moon, and how they relate to the themes of intuition, inner wisdom, and spiritual growth. It also discusses the importance of balancing light and shadow, finding inner peace, and connecting with the sacred feminine essence within. Overall, the infographic serves as a comprehensive guide to understanding the deeper meanings behind the High Priestess card and how it can inspire personal growth and self-discovery.


The Boys and Girls Clubs of Laredo is a safe haven for kids ages 6 to 12 to learn and grow. Their mission is to inspire and enable all young people, especially those from disadvantaged circumstances to realize their full potential as productive, responsible, and caring citizens. There are three clubs in Laredo: Roberto and Beatrice Benavides Club, the Lamar Bruni Vergara Club, and the Northwest Club. Every day, they impact the lives of children in our community and help shape them into well-rounded young adults.
The Boys and Girls Clubs of Laredo provide a variety of recreational and education activities that help to foster children’s growth in their academics and creativity. They are able to play in the game room, use the arts and crafts area, have access to tutoring and a library, swimming, and much more. The Boys and Girls Club of Laredo help to bolster the educational and social development of youth while also helping to enrich their character.
Many years ago, one young Laredoan grew up enjoying all the activities at the Boys Club. She made many friends there and developed from a little girl playing gymnastics to a young lady beating the boys at pool. She learned to give back by volunteering as a youth leader at the Main boy’s club. Today, this young lady is our District Judge Beckie Palomo. She credits the Boys and Girls Club for making her a confident, well-rounded individual with a deep desire for public service.
Judge Beckie Palomo was elected to serve the 341st District Court for Webb County. She presides over heavy dockets of civil, family and criminal law cases. Judge Palomo is a strong advocate for youth programs. She conducts Courts in Schools program in an effort to educate students on the criminal justice system. She also implemented the Color of Justice program to help educate and encourage minority students to pursue a career in law. In 2016, Judge Palomo started her first Girl Power Conference to inspire young ladies to dream big.
Judge Palomo shared that she learned to overcome some of her own struggles while growing up there. She fondly remembers that since her family lived only five blocks away from the Main club, she and her two sister would walk over every day. Judge Palomo says the Boys and Girls Club inspired her to dream big. She recalled attending the after-school program and participating in the summer swimming program. She reminisces about being the champion swimmer (every year) for her age division. She remembers beating the boys at air hockey and pool.
Judge Palomo is an advocate for youth programs because she believes that when we invest in our youth, we invest in our community’s future. The Boys and Girls Clubs of Laredo is great way to invest in our youth. When you give to United Way, you help to ensure that agencies like the Boys and Girls Clubs are able to help children in our community. For more information on how you can support the United Way of Laredo or any of their network of agencies, contact the United Way at firstname.lastname@example.org or visit their website at www.unitedwaylaredo.org If you are in need of community resources and are not sure where to turn dial 2-1-1 for information on programs and services in available in our community.


Year K-2 Holiday Workshop
Tuesday 8 October
10.0am – 12.00pm
Location: Purple Room @ Liverpool City Library, Library Plaza, 170 George Street, Liverpool, NSW 2170. View MAP.
- Unlock imagination and creativity
- Improve peer interaction and collaboration
- Express emotions through the voice and body
- Develop character-building skills
What do your toys do when you’re at school during the day? Do your Pokemon get up to mischief? Does Polly Pocket hop on a skateboard and fight crime?
In this 2-hour holiday workshop, students in Years K-2 will unlock the power of their imaginations and go on a journey to unlock the mysterious and exciting worlds of their favourite toys. Students will work in pairs and groups to devise short scenes and bring their toys to life. They will be aided by music and props to enter the world of fun, play and exploration.
Parents are invited to attend a mini-performance by the students at the end of the session.
Students will also receive a Certificate of Participation.
- Please read our Centre Policies.
- Students are to wear comfortable loose clothing and appropriate footwear.
- Please ensure your child comes with food and a bottle of water.
- Should you be late in picking up your child, please call 1300 828 144.
Nisrine Amine is an actor and writer from Western Sydney. She recently featured in the Australian feature film Slam and will appear in the upcoming ABC series Frayed as well as FX’s Mr Inbetween and Channel 7’s Australian Gangster. Here other screen credits include Deadly Women, Here Come The Habibs, and Janet King as well as the short films Amir (2018), Candlelight (2017), The Woman on the Top Floor (2012), Broken Time (2013), and The Parisian (2013), the web series I Luv u But (2014) and TAFEWSI’s, Rob’s Campaign (2016). Nisrine received an Outstanding Actor nomination at the 2017 Sydney Film School Award night for her lead role in the short film Maya. Her stage credits include Lady Tabouli (Green Door/Apocalypse/Griffin Theatre Company, 2019), The Girl/The Woman (NTOP/Riverside Theatre 2018), Alex and Eve: The Complete Story (Factory Theatre, 2013) where she played the title role of Eve, The Colour Blind Project (Tap Gallery, 2011), and Arabian Nights (New Theatre, 2012) and has acted in countless playwriting development workshops.
Her short film Apricot received funding by Screen NSW as part of their SEED: Regional Funding initiative and premiered at Flickerfest 2018 and will air on ABC IView in early 2018. In 2012, Nisrine produced and co-directed The Young Creatives Festival of Shorts, a short-play festival for young people from Western Sydney as well as The Wizard of Oz (Our Lady of Mercy College, 2002), Check Please! (Catherine Mcauley, 2010), Evil Shall Not Triumph (Catherine McAuley, 2010) and The Wiz (Ave Maria College, 2015). She also wrote, produced and starred in a web series pilot Whatever After (2013).
Nisrine has worked with a range of national and international acting coaches including Anthony Skuse, Kevin Jackson, Anthony Brandon Wong, Natela Dzuliashvili, Serhat Caradee, Robert Marchand and Doris Younane, and studied at leading institutions including the Stella Adler School of Acting NYC, NIDA, Actors Centre and The Hub Studio.
Nisrine is the co-founder and Creative Director of Parramatta Actors Centre.


I am available for one lecture, half-day seminars (2 lectures), full-day seminars (4 lectures), and workshops that offer a hands-on interactive learning experience. Please see my list of lectures below, many of which can be fine-tuned for your event. New lectures can be developed upon request.
1-Hour Lectures available:
1-hour lectures include a PowerPoint presentation, a 15-minute question and answer period, and handouts.
- Creating a Research Plan: You Must Stop Researching First!
- Newspapers and Timelines: Mastering This Combination Can Expose Unanticipated Records
- My Grandchildren Aren’t Interested in Their Ancestors: Ideas for Competing With Videos & Superheroes
- Writing a Family Narrative Your Family Will Want to Read
- Why Can’t You Find Women In Local, County, State, and Federal Records?: Are You Searching Correctly?
- A Quick Peek Into Military Records: The Colonial Wars to WWII
- Beginning Your Search: The How and Where of Genealogical Research
- Local Support Groups for Free: College, University, and Public Library Databases
- Ancestral DNA – Getting Started
- Interpreting the Handwriting: Alphabets, Abbreviations & Symbols
- Using FamilySearch: How to Help Your Ancestors Rise to the Top
- Sharecropping or Tenant Farming: The System and Its Records
- Research in Washington DC: Where Do I Go & What Can I Find There?
- Setting Yourself Up for Productive Genealogy Research
- Hiring a Professional Genealogist: Why and How
- How to Find Church Records: A Strategy
- 1850-1940 Census Research: What Was The Enumerator Really Asking?
- Using the Non-Populations Censuses: How Can They Help Find Your Ancestors
- Getting Down And Dirty With Land Records
- Just Scratching the Surface: Using Land Records
Luncheon lectures are approximately 45-minutes long and include a PowerPoint presentation. They do not include handouts or a formal question-and-answer period; although, a few questions are always welcome.
- Who Is Up Your Family Tree?
- Did You Ask Before You Became Obsessed?
- NGS Family History Conference – 2017, 2016
- Durham Family History Center Lecture Series – 2017, 2016
- Lecturer for Duke University’s OSHER Lifelong Learning Institute, 2004 to present
- Albemarle Genealogical Society
- Triangle Jewish Genealogical Society
- North Carolina Triangle TMG User Group
- Moore County Genealogical Society
- Jacksonville, FL, Genealogical Society
Speaking details here.


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- 72 Hours at the Craps Table
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1. Get the Edge at Craps (Scoblete Get-The-Edge Guide)
2. Cutting Edge Craps: Advanced Strategies for Serious Players
3. Casino Craps for the Winner (1)
4. Casino Craps: Simple Strategies for Playing Smart
5. How to Play Craps Made Simple!: The Guaranteed Easiest Guide to Learning Craps
6. Casino Craps: Shoot to Win!
7. Craps: How to Play Craps: A Beginner to Expert Guide to Get You From The Sidelines to Running the Craps Table
8. The Definitive Guide To Craps Strategy For The Seasoned Player
9. 72 Hours at the Craps Table
10. Craps Book: The Best Gambling Guide – How to Play and Beat Casino Craps – The Power of Pairs: Taking Advantage of Combined Probabilities on the Dice and Other Advanced Craps Strategies
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Leo’s Birthday Adventure
Leo’s Birthday Adventure begins with Leo the Falcon and his birthday party idea to get all of his friends together on his wonderful tropical island.
The birthday plans seem to be progressing smoothly, but soon, however, there’s a catch when the ferry breaks down. The adventure continues as Leo uses his creative imagination to find another way to get his friends to the party. With lots of help, Leo finds a solution that involves painting a ship and going on an island journey. Finally all the friends are reunited in time to celebrate and eat cake!
This is a fun and adventurous story about friendship, helping one another and problem solving (or better, solution finding!).
Jean’s incredible use of colour and detail in her illustrations will enthral children and adults alike!
Launched September 2019.
Available now in hardback and ebook format!


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Over fifteen years ago, I started to assemble information about my ancestors the Hankeys of Fenchurch Street. They certainly seemed to be an interesting and successful family of bankers, and well connected in City circles. But there was remarkably little information readily available from either published or private sources, and certainly not enough to build up a coherent picture of the family and its fortunes.
Records known to have been destroyed included those of the Hankey lawyers, which were bombed in the City of London in 1941, and those of the West India merchants Simond and Hankey destroyed when the firm moved from its old premises in Mincing Lane in 1928. From the Hankey mansion at Fetcham Park, there are a few portraits and miniatures surviving but no papers relating to the Hankeys in the seventeenth or eighteenth centuries, or later.
But gradually the position began to improve. Pieces of information emerged from a large range of public and private sources, much of it relatively minor, but each contributing to building up a picture of the family, its activities, the individuals concerned and occasionally an insight into their character. There emerged not only the great and the good and the successful, but an eighteenth century elopement, an eighteenth century suicide, and a man who spent a life of rather dubious worth in Paris. At the beginning of the nineteenth century there emerged the towering influence of William Alers Hankey, about whose life and character much was written, and who managed to combine his deep religious principles and Christian life with the ownership of slaves. The family did not rest on its laurels, and in the first half of the twentieth century we find Maurice Hankey, later the first Baron Hankey, who had a fundamental influence on British military strategy and was the founder of the Cabinet system of government still in use today.
With families of ten or more being common, the number of family members expanded to the point where only a few could be brought into the sister companies in banking and trading in the West Indies, and Hankey & Co ceased to be independent in 1863 following the advent of joint stock banking. Many Hankeys then developed successful businesses as merchants, but the number entering the Armed Forces or the Church was small. Gradually the Hankeys moved out of the City, first to the then rural outer suburbs and then to their mansions in the Home Counties. Some even developed a taste for spending part of their great wealth, and at one period three cousins each owned a steam yacht of 250 - 350 tons.
Much of the research would not have been possible without the continuing support and encouragement of Ian Alers Hankey, who together with Donald (now the third Baron Hankey) organised a large gathering of Hankeys in Kensington Town Hall in 1989. Ian’s encyclopaedic knowledge of Hankey and other family relationships, many through the female line, led to the tracing of much widely dispersed Hankey memorabilia of great interest. Apart from Ian and Donald, I have been given most generous access to the papers, photographs and research of Peter Alers Hankey, Eileen Barnard Hankey, Mark Hankey (who has the papers of Henry and Basil Alers Hankey) and Mark Aston (who is descended from General Hankey and Canon Montagu Hankey). To them, and also to many others, I am most grateful. Let us hope that there is further information yet to be found in the archives of other Hankey descendants.
I am only too aware of the weaknesses of content and presentation in the present document. There is probably too much information in some areas, and certainly not enough in others, and the whole would be greatly improved by a historian’s ability to better place the narrative in the context of its times. But this is probably an opportune moment to copy the work and circulate it to a wider audience for their criticism and hopefully enjoyment.
By good fortune I met with Simon and had lengthy discussions about his 'magnus opus.'
He kindly agreed that I could take his source and 'digitise' it so that it can be read on a web site.
Hopefully in this format it may be accessable to a wider audience going forward in the 21st Century.
As we approach the 250th anniversary of the birth of William Alers (Sept 2021) it is hoped that contributions may come forward to keep this project alive.


Simone LaFray and the Chocolatier’s Ball
Author: S.P. O’Farrell
Published: May 13, 2019
Publisher: Brandylane Publishers
Number of Pages: 138 Pages
Simone LaFray had never questioned one thing – the character of her father. A fourth generation chocolatier and proprietor of a world famous patisserie, in her eyes he could do no wrong. However, her eyes were trained to see everything that was wrong. A covert agent with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, this extraordinary 12-year-old was living a double life, walking in the veiled footprints of her mother, icing eclairs, dusting pastries, and darting between the shadows. What could be sweeter? When a notorious thief returns to Paris seeking revenge against her mother, a series of unforeseen and potentially devastating events ensue, leaving Simone to question everything. Her father can’t be the man they say he is, can he? Her concealed life is evaporating, the store hangs in the balance . . . and did I mention she needs a ball gown? Life in a French patisserie may not be as sweet as you thought. Simone LaFray and the Chocolatier’s Ball pulls the invisible girl out of the shadows and into the spotlight, but is she ready?
Immediately, I found this book to be incredibly interesting and a really fun read for a middle-grade book! Simone LaFray is a cross somewhere between Harriet the Spy, Artemis Fowl, and Sherlock Holmes, she notices everything, misses nothing, and is fantastically intelligent! Simone is an agent for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and following in her mother’s footsteps. The setting of this book is Paris (I’ve been reading a lot of books set in Paris recently), which is a beautiful backdrop for such a lighthearted story. Simone’s family owns a patisserie, which is absolutely the dream! It’s a great place for the story to occupy, with so much beautiful imagery included in the narrative, so many French street names, and an independent, headstrong character in Simone who navigates the city with ease.
This is a short book, but it is packed with fun themes, charming characters, and adventurous espionage! I would recommend this to all middle-grade readers looking for a quick spy novel with a strong heroine! I loved this book from start to finish and I am so glad I picked up a copy for my collection!


A quick scroll through Amazon’s best selling books of 2020 reflects a year of liberal reckoning and universal uncertainty. Barack Obama’s memoir, A Promised Land, is number one, followed by Donald Trump’s niece’s tell-all, Too Much and Never Enough: How My Family Created the World's Most Dangerous Man. The top 20 also includes White Fragility, How To Be Anti-Racist, and Michelle Obama’s memoir. But while the majority of Amazon shoppers were reading about systemic oppression and former first families, others were delving into COVID conspiracies.
Yesterday, Buzzfeed News reported on Amazon’s algorithm pushing buyers down a rabbit hole of Coronavirus conspiracy theories. A team of researchers at the University of Amsterdam identified 20 COVID conspiracy titles that expressed doubts about the virus, sold across Amazon’s 19 international stores. The researchers found that Amazon’s search algorithms and user reviews helped the books thrive.
The most-recommended conspiracy book, according to the researchers, is COVID Operation: What Happened, Why It Happened, and What's Next. Co-authored by a naturopath named Pamela Popper, the text claims COVID-19 is a “hoax” perpetrated “by a wide network of enemies of the people who have managed to disguise themselves as public servants, health professionals, and founders and heads of global non-profits.”
Looking beyond the chart-topping Twilight books, Obama memoirs, and RBG calendars, our data shows numerous COVID conspiracy titles littered across Amazon's best sellers lists. Unreported Truths about COVID-19 and Lockdowns: Part 1: Introduction and Death Counts and Estimates has earned an average best seller ranking of 17.5 overall and 22 in the books category over the last year. At the time of writing, Unreported Truths Part 1 is #11 in the Kindle Store's "Communicable Diseases" category. Part 2 is #1 in Amazon's "One-Hour Science & Math Short Reads." There are four total installations in the series, each revealing a different untold truth, I presume.
Part 1’s description reads, “Former New York Times reporter and prominent lockdown critic Alex Berenson provides a counterweight to media hysteria about coronavirus in this series of short booklets answering crucial questions about COVID.”
“They don’t want you to read this,” says one reviewer. “He simply states the facts and cites the research that the corporate media willingly ignored in order to protect their agenda. Big shout out to Elon Musk!”
“Nice to have a book with FACTS via Fear Mongering,” another writes. “It’s key to know them to have an understanding of what is going on!”
Plague: One Scientist's Intrepid Search for the Truth about Human Retroviruses and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS), Autism, and Other Diseases, which was originally published back in 2014, earned an average best seller ranking of 28 during the same time period. The book, which has been criticized for its dangerous medical misinformation and anti-vaccine propaganda, currently ranks #7 in Amazon's "Forensic Medicine" category.
Plague of Corruption: Restoring Faith in the Promise of Science sat at an average overall ranking of 11.5 for six days. The book is now a #1 Amazon best seller in the e-commerce giant’s “AIDS” category. Fauci: The Bernie Madoff of Science and the HIV Ponzi Scheme that Concealed the Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Epidemic sits at #1 in “AIDS & HIV.”
There are several other COVID conspiracy texts climbing the best seller lists, including The Truth About COVID-19: Exposing The Great Reset, Lockdowns, Vaccine Passports, and the New Normal, which is #1 under “Vaccines.” The book, which comes out next month, was written by Dr. Joseph Mercola and Ronnie Cummins with a forward by Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
I found myself in a rabbit hole of my own, clicking from one "COVID is a hoax" paperback to the next, following Amazon’s “related products” and “frequently bought together" items. My homepage is now filled with "recommended" books like Corona False Alarm? and I Do Not Consent: My Fight Against Medical Cancel Culture.
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Gold. Gold Mining. Mining Camps. Camp Followers. Following Highway 49.
If you're interested in the California Gold Rush Country, you've come to the right place, 'cause
the virtual tour starts here. Travel along Highway 49 and visit the old mining camps, see the
sights and learn their history, all without leaving the comfort of your desktop. And if you're
planning on visiting the Gold Country, you'll find a plethora of valuable information amongst
these pages. The sights to see, the places to stay, what to do, and how to get there.
The information contained within these pages is basically an extended, virtual edition of my
book, The California Gold Rush: Highway 49 Revisited. Thus, these pages somewhat follow the same
format. The Introduction gives a brief history of the discovery of gold in California, and the
consequences of that discovery. The Mining Camps provide a detailed history of how the gold camps
were founded, by whom, and how they prospered. Also included in this section is information that
Gold Country travelers will find useful. The Gold Rush Players refer to some of the important
figures of the Gold Rush, and provides a brief biography of those early pioneers.


On October 5, a new book featuring Kamen Rider Zero-One’s four members of MetsubouJinrai.net was released. The Kamen Rider Zero-One MetsubouJinrai.net Book Ver 2 A4 sized book contains images of Daisuke Nakagawa as Jin, Syuya Sunagawa as Horobi, Daichi Yamaguchi as Ikazuchi, and Satsuki Nakayama as Naki.
The book has 116 pages in color with photos, interviews, and a cast talk. In addition, there are interviews and articles about the suit actors with their character actor, staff, and a 4-koma manga drawn by Daisuke Nakagawa.
Kamen Rider Zero-One MetsubouJinrai.net Book Ver 2 is now available.
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2016 - Current
Associate Professor, Latin American and Latino Art History
California State University Bakersfield
Teach and develop curriculum on Latin American and Latino art history, along with general theory courses in the Department of Art and Art History at California State University Bakersfield. This is a strategic new position within this Hispanic-Serving Institution and one of the few Latin American and Latino art history faculty positions in the state.
Co-editor, with Grant Kester
Collective Situations: Readings in Contemporary Latin American Art, 1995-2010
This volume's essays, interviews, and artist's statements—many of which are appearing in English for the first time—demonstrate the complex relationship between moments of political transformation and artistic production. Scholars, artists, and art collectives present a range of socially engaged art practices that emerged in Latin America during the Pink Tide period, between 1995 and 2010.
Talking to Action: Art, Pedagogy and Activism in the Americas
Hablar y Actuar: Arte, pedagogía y activismo en las américas
This publication is one of the first to bring together scholarship, critical essays, and documentation of collaborative community-based art making by researchers from across the American hemisphere. The bilingual volume is a compendium of texts, analysis, and research documents from the Talking to Action research and exhibition platform, part of the Getty’s Pacific Standard Time: LA/LA initiative.
2014 - 2021
2009 - 2016
May 2-4, 2015
2007 - 2014
Curator & Lead Researcher, Talking to Action: Art, Pedagogy and Activism in the Americas
Otis College of Art & Design, The Getty’s Pacific Standard Time: LA/LA.
Lead Otis College of Art’s research, curatorial and publication proposal for the Getty’s Pacific Standard Time: LA/LA initiative. Talking to Action collaborated with institutions, artists and theorists in different cities across the hemisphere while collaboratively investigating community-based art practices for its tour and bilingual publication. Exhibition stops included Los Angeles, Chicago, Phoenix, New York and Valparaiso.
Faculty, Graduate Public Practice Program
Otis College of Art & Design
The Otis Public Practice MFA Program was directed by Suzanne Lacy and was focused on encouraging students to research, question and practice socially engaged work, both individually and collaboratively, in the public sphere. Worked with visiting artists and faculty on community projects, media specific training, public practice theory and exhibition programming were emphasized throughout the program.
Co-organizer, LA/LA: Place and Practice symposium
Pacific Standard Time: LA/LA
A two-day symposium at The Getty Center and the San Diego Museum of Art in conjunction with the Getty’s Pacific Standard Time: LA/LA. The conference inquired into the local side of the LA/LA equation—Los Angeles and the Southern California region extending into Tijuana—considering the direct relationships between local Latino arts communities, migratory experiences and practices that cross the US/Mexico border, and increased exposure to the variety of cultural practices at work in the region.
Managing Director and Co-Editor
LatinArt.com: An online journal of art and culture
LatinArt.com was started in 2002 as a site to investigate modern and contemporary art. It became a non-profit, bilingual, quarterly online journal that investigated contemporary art throughout the Americas. It is currently operating in archive form and was supported in part by collector Dr. Hector Ziperovich. It was managed by Bill Kelley Jr. (Los Angeles) and co-edited with Maria Fernanda Cartagena (Quito).
Click here to download CV in PDF format


The Cost of Living
The Cost of Living explores the subtle erasure of women's names, spaces, and stories in the modern everyday. In this “living autobiography” infused
with warmth and humor, Deborah Levy critiques the roles that society assigns to us, and reflects on the politics of breaking with the usual gendered rituals. What does it cost a woman to unsettle
old boundaries and collapse the social hierarchies that make her a minor character in a world not arranged to her advantage?
Levy draws on her own experience of attempting to live with pleasure, value, and meaning -the making of a new kind of family home, the challenges of her mother's death- and those of women she meets in everyday life, from a young female traveler reading in a bar who suppresses her own words while she deflects an older man's advances, to a particularly brilliant student, to a kindly and ruthless octogenarian bookseller who offers the author a place to write at a difficult time in her life. The Cost of Living is urgent, essential reading, a crystalline manifesto for turbulent times.
The Bookseller's Tale
This is the story of our love affair with books, whether we arrange them on our shelves, inhale their smell, scrawl in their margins or just curl up with
them in bed. Taking us on a journey through comfort reads, street book stalls, mythical libraries, itinerant pedlars, radical pamphleteers, extraordinary bookshop customers and fanatical
collectors, Canterbury bookseller Martin Latham uncovers the curious history of our book obsession - and his own.
Part cultural history, part literary love letter and part reluctant memoir, this is the tale of one bookseller and many, many books.
How to Stay Sane in an Age of Division
Ours is the age of contagious anxiety. We feel overwhelmed by the events around us, by injustice, by suffering, by an endless feeling of crisis. So, how can
we nurture the parts of ourselves that hope, trust and believe in something better? And how can we stay sane in this age of division?
In this powerful, uplifting plea for conscious optimism, Booker Prize-nominated novelist and activist Elif Shafak draws on her own memories and delves into the power of stories to bring us together. In the process, she reveals how listening to each other can nurture democracy, empathy and our faith in a kinder and wiser future.
Fantastically Great Women Who Worked Wonders
From the wonderful Kate Pankhurst, nominated for the CILIP Kate Greenaway Medal 2018, comes another Fantastically Great book, this time all about amazing women in the world of work.
Prepare yourself for a celebration of women who opened doors and made it possible for women to achieve amazing things today.
Jory John, Lane Smith
Edward the giraffe can't understand why his neck is as long and bendy and ridiculous as it is. No other animal has a neck this absurd. He's tried disguising it, dressing it up, strategically
hiding it behind bushes... anything he can think of. But just when he's exhausted his neck-hiding options, a turtle ambles in and tries to help him understand that his neck has a purpose...


Lord of the Flies William Golding
Character and role of Simon
How did Simon die?
Simon is different from the other boys who were marooned on the coral island. He lean, skinny boy. He has a pointed chin, black coarse hair and bright eyes. Simon had a philosophic attitude to life. He is a kind hearted boy who hates all kinds of cruelty. When all other boys were worried about how to escape from the island, Simon was not at all worried about such things. He belongs to the choir group of Jack, he did not like Jack’s cruel ways. Simon is a lonely boy. He is helpful and generous. Though he is unhealthy, he always helps others. He helps the other boys in building shelters. When Piggy is denied pig’s meat by Jack, Simon offers Piggy a share from his own portion. Simon is very kind to the “littluns”
2. Simon is a brave boy. He is actually braver than all others. At night Simon alone wanders through the jungle and rescues the littleuns who has been trapped in the jungle. Similarly when all others including Jack and Ralph were afraid of the beast, Simon alone walked into the forest. At that moment, Jack and others were running after a pig and killing it. Simon saw them killing the pig and Jack cutting off its head and fixing it on a stick and offering it as a gift to the beast. After Jack and others had gone, Simon walked to the spot and looked at the pig’s head. Flies had covered the head. The title of the novel Lord of the Flies refers to this head of the pig that Jack and other hunters killed. After killing the pig, Jack cut of its head. Then he took a stick and the head was hung on sharp point of the stick. Soon a crowd of flies covered the bleeding head. This is “the Lord of the Flies”. Simon lay on the ground and fell into sleep. In his sleep Simon saw a dream. Lord of the Flies was talking to him. The Lord asked him to go back to other boys. When Simon woke up, it was dark. He walked through the creepers. After some time he reached the spot where the dead-body of the airman was sitting. The body was started stinking and flies had covered it. Simon was the only boy who learned that it was a not a beast but the dead boy of the airman. He wanted to tell all other boys the truth about the “beast”. He wanted to tell them that it was not dangerous and they should not be afraid of the “beast”. Simon climbed down the mountain. He was very tired.
When Simon reached the spot on the beach, the boys were celebrating the “killing of the pig” with a feast and a tribal dance. All the boys were naked and they pasted mud on their bodies and they looked liked dark savages. They were singing the song “ Kill the beast, cut his throat and spill his blood”. Simon crawled out to them. They boys saw some creature crawling in dark towards them. They thought that the “beast” was coming to kill them. So they all fell upon poor Simon with spears and sticks. He cried out about the dead airman on the hill, but no one listened to him and they killed him. They struck him again and again with their spears and sticks. Suddenly it began to rain and the dead-body of Simon rolled down to the sea. Thus Simon, the bravest of the boys died a tragic death. Only Ralph and Piggy knew that Simon was killed.
1. The Significance of the title Lord of the Flies – Introduction & 2nd paragraph of the essay.
2. The Legend of the Beast – Introduction & 2nd paragraph of the essay.


Virtual access to amazing art books, no coffee table necessary!
Do you love art? Do you love books? Do you love art books? I have an obsession and hoarding instinct when it comes to art books. That photo history book from a class 20 years ago? I still have it sitting in my studio even though I haven’t picked it up in years.
Every time I visit a museum or a gallery the first thing I instinctively do is gravitate towards the bookstore. It doesn’t matter that I can actually see a 30×30 foot Richard Serra sculpture across the room. Instead of focusing on the actual art I came to see my first thought is LOOK! THERE ARE BOOKS RIGHT OVER THERE ABOUT RICHARD SERRA!
I am pretty convinced this stems from my childhood where I didn’t have much access to galleries or museums, so I would disappear into the “art and photography” section of the chain book store at the mall. Not the most diverse selection of works (About 80% Ansel Adams and Georgia O’Keeffe),but better than nothing. If I couldn’t see original work at least I could explore a facsimile of it. If I was lucky, the book might actually have answers about the process and history of the artist. I could immediately connect a face and a biography to the pieces I was interested in.
We live in a time where artists are no longer forced to sift through commercial curation and William Wegman calendars in order to discover important artists and art. Why? Because a select number of authoritative, globally recognized cultural institutions have been generous enough to share their resources. If you are an artist or an educator you should be taking advantage of this as much as possible. The following is a brief list of free online libraries that can get you started. The four arts organizations listed provide access to over 2,000 substantive and authoritative art books (Only a few of which are about Ansel Adams or Georgia O’Keefe). Bookmark these, use them consistently, and share them with your students and friends.
Online Libraries Listed in Order of Recommendation
The Guggenheim museum has made over 200 of their published books accessible and downloadable for free in collaboration with the Internet Archive. The quality and quantity are fantastic and includes artists ranging from Kandinsky to Holzer. This is an incredibly valuable archive and if you only explore one today it should be this one.
Starter Suggestion: Gerhard Richter : Eight Gray
The description from their website understates the impressiveness of this site. “Five decades of Met publications on art history, available to read, download, and/or search for free”. Take advantage of the “additional resources” section of each title. It allows readers to explore the Met’s image archive directly while the “related titles” allows for a substantive exploration of subject matter and author.
Starter Suggestion: All the Mighty World: The Photographs of Roger Fenton, 1852–1860
The Getty Virtual Library contains a large quantity of select titles from the archive of Getty Publications. The selection of over 250 backlist titles is primarily focused on art history topics as well as conservation and digital archiving.
Starter Suggestion: Courbet and the Modern Landscape
LACMA’s reading room is a collaborative project with the Internet Archive that contains a growing collection of archived art books and exhibition brochures. The search functionality is a little limited, but the collection has quite a few fascinating pieces available in PDF and EPUB formats. The brochures are particularly interesting both as an introduction to certain artists and as design objects.
Starter Suggestion: Abdulnasser Gharem: Pause
Don’t limit yourself to simply reading from online libraries. Use them in ways that you would never use that twenty pound full color signed monograph you picked up at the Guggenheim for $250.
- Download 20 books on contemporary art and combine them into one happy-fun-super-mega art history book.
- Download The Academy of the Sword: Illustrated Fencing Books 1500–1800 (or any other book) and combine the illustrations into a short comic using famous quotes.
- Pick a collection or a single book and have your students find five images (any artist, any time, any style) of a woman, or a building, or war, or red. Then have them create a piece that combines aesthetic and subject elements of each image.
- Find 25 color images by Wassily Kandinsky. Print them out as large as you can and stack them on top of one another. Use a paper cutter to slice the stack at least 5 times vertically and 5 times horizontally (more if you are sadistic). Throw the pieces into the air and have your students try and recreate each original piece. Better yet, have them create their own work using the pieces.
Have fun, and if you ever find yourself in need of additional creative and artistic resource suggestions please don’t hesitate to join our consistently growing creative community at artnerdsociety.com. Our ever expanding Recommends section is a curated collection of books, videos, image archives, and educational resources that any visual creative will find useful and inspiring.
Be well and keep creating,
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The Women's Studies department and faculty at the University of Maryland enjoy an international reputation for theoretical and methodological innovations and for their attention to curriculum transformation and transnational women's and gender studies institution building.
We encourage you to explore our website to learn about the resources available for Women's Studies research, scholarship, and community at Maryland.
NEW BOOK - Funk the Erotic: Transaesthetics and Black Sexual Cultures by Dr. LaMonda Horton-Stallings, Associate Professor of Women's Studies
From the University of Illinois Press:
Funk. It is multisensory and multidimensional philosophy used in conjunction with the erotic, eroticism, and black erotica. It is the affect that shapes film, performance, sound, food, technology, drugs, energy, time, and the seeds of revolutionary ideas for black movements. But funk is also an experience to feel, to hear, to touch and taste, and in Funk the Erotic, L. H. Stallings uses funk in all its iterations as an innovation in black studies.
Stallings uses funk to highlight the importance of the erotic and eroticism in Black cultural and political movements, debunking "the truth of sex" and its histories. Brandishing funk as a theoretical tool, Stallings argues that Western theories of the erotic fail as universally applicable terms or philosophies, and thus lack utility in discussions of black bodies, subjects, and culture. In considering the Victorian concept of freak in black funk, Stallings proposes that black artists across all media have fashioned a tradition that embraces the superfreak, sexual guerrilla, sexual magic, mama's porn, black trans narratives, and sex work in a post-human subject position. Their goal: to ensure survival and evolution in a world that exploits black bodies in capitalist endeavors, imperialism, and colonization.
Revitalizing and wide-ranging, Funk the Erotic offers a needed examination of black sexual cultures, a discursive evolution of black ideas about eroticism, a critique of work society, a reexamination of love, and an articulation of the body in black movements.
ARHU DEAN'S SENIOR SCHOLARS - MORGAN POWELL AND THOMAS VORACEK
Two Women's Studies majors, Morgan Powell and Thomas Voracek, were presented with the 2015 ARHU Dean's Senior Scholar Award. Each year, Arts and Humanities departments nominate outstanding students for the award. This year seven seniors were selected for the honor.
Morgan Powell is a double-major with English and Thomas Voracek a triple-major with History and Central European, Russian, and Eurasian Studies. Morgan and Thomas were recognized for their outstanding scholarship and their records of service.
Thomas, who is a 2015-16 Phillip Merrill Presidential Scholar, has served as Community Advocate for the University Student Judiciary, and as an Honors and an ARHU Ambassador to prospective students interested in UMD. For two semesters, he worked with Professor Catherine Schuler in Women's Studies as Undergraduate Teaching Assistant for the "From Lenin to Pussy Riot: Gendering Post (Soviet) Russia" course. In talking about choosing this major and about the Senior Scholar award, he said, "Women's Studies has opened my mind and given me the tools to critically analyze and interrogate my world. Without my time in Women's Studies, I am not sure I would have been infected with this mad hope that the world can change for the better. And for that, I cannot thank ARHU and the Women's Studies department enough."
Morgan, who is in her last semester at UMD, has been a Writing Center tutor, a CARE to Stop Violence peer educator, and served as a vice-president of the UMD Feminists Club. She is an active member of Community Roots. Throughout her three-and-a-half years at UMD, Morgan has interned 12-15 hours a week at Street Law, creating and editing classroom and community curricula on legal life skills for underserved populations of youth around the world. Morgan is also a member of TRIOTA honor society and co-editor of this WMST/LGBT Undergraduate e-Newsletter. On being nominated by Women's Studies and receiving the award, Morgan said, "I am honored to receive the Dean's Senior Scholar Award and want to send a big thank you to Women's Studies for continuing to show me the revolutionary possibilities of the imagination and cementing my dedication to social justice."
WMST/LGBT UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH DAY - DECEMBER 9, 2015
The Department of Women's Studies invites undergraduate students-individually, as a group, or as a class-to join us on December 9 and tell us about your work. Posters, Oral Presentations, Films, Art Projects, Displays, and Performances of undergraduate student scholarly work are all welcome. Presentations on internships and study abroad experiences are also welcome.
Students should submit their:
-Short project statement
-Availabilities on Wednesday, December 9th
Also, please indicate:
-The class for which you completed the work (if it is a class project)
-Your full name
Submit to: Professor Elsa Barkley Brown - firstname.lastname@example.org - by 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December 2nd. If you have any questions, please contact Professor Barkley Brown.
Even if you will not be submitting work for presentation, please mark your calendar and plan to attend during some part of the day on December 9! We will post a schedule ahead of time once we have reviewed all the submissions and grouped them appropriately.
We invite proposals for presentations at QUEER BEYOND REPAIR, the 9th Annual DC Queer Studies Symposium at the University of Maryland. The symposium will be held on Friday, April 22, 2016 and will be a daylong series of conversations that will culminate with a keynote address by Kathryn Bond Stockton, Distinguished Professor of English and Associate Vice President for Equity and Diversity at the University of Utah. Her most recent books, Beautiful Bottom, Beautiful Shame: Where “Black” Meets “Queer” (2006) and The Queer Child, or Growing Sideways in the Twentieth Century (2009) were both finalists for the Lambda Literary Award in LGBT Studies.
Congratulations to TRIOTA's newest members: Daniel McLaughlin, Carly Wilbur, Charlotte Sheffield, Saskia Mattews, Brittany Hamson, Areesha Khan, Aubrey Sneesby, and Ciera Richardson! (View photos from the induction ceremony.)
The Department of Women's Studies introduces a regular e-newsletter for undergraduate students with information of relevance to those in the WMST major and certificate program, the LGBT Studies certificate and minor program, and the Black Women’s Studies minor. This newsletter will serve as a clearinghouse for announcements about upcoming events and deadlines as well as internship, research, and job opportunities. Find the E-News Bulletin here.
The Department of Women's Studies offers five options for undergraduate students: Major in Women's Studies; Certificate in Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender (LGBT) Studies; Certificate in Women's Studies; Minor in LGBT Studies; and a Minor in Black Women's Studies. Want to find out more? Make an advising appointment with the undergraduate advisor, Dr. JV Sapinoso, by visiting ter.ps/meetJV and selecting an available slot. Looking for classes? Review the lists of current course offerings.
From her arrival at the University of Maryland in 1987 to her retirement from the Department of Women's Studies in 2014, Laura Nichols served as Academic Advisor to all Women’s Studies majors and certificate students and also advised Black Women’s Studies minors. Her dedication to students’ success was unwavering and part of the legacy we hope to preserve through this award. Support this fund with a tax-deductible donation. Find out more about this and other Women's Studies giving opportunities.