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The National Corvette Museum has named the entire month of December “Dollar Days” for residents of Kentucky who visit the Museum. All month long, Kentucky residents can tour the Museum for a $1.00 admission per person, and will only need to show a Kentucky drivers license or other proof of residency to take advantage of the special offer. Children will be admitted at the $1.00 price with adults presenting the Kentucky identification.
The Museum features over 70 Corvettes, from the 1953 - the first Corvette to capture the hearts of America, to one-of-a-kind prototypes, the only 1983 in existence and historic Corvettes normally unavailable to the general public. A special "100 Years of Chevrolet" exhibit with more than a dozen examples of various Chevrolet marks are on display throughout December as well. Visitors can sit behind the wheel of a new Corvette, race against the clock with the interactive Pit Crew Challenge, and take a drive in the new educational Driving Simulators.
“Dollar Days” is the Museum’s way of giving back to Kentucky residents to thank them for their support and gives them an opportunity to see first-hand why the Corvette is one of the state’s greatest resources and the official state sports car. “We are proud to be able to showcase our Museum dedicated to this extraordinary automobile and celebrate, educate and preserve Corvette’s legendary past and future,” states NCM Executive Director Wendell Strode. “Each visit to the Museum is different because exhibits are ever changing. We look forward to welcoming our Kentucky friends.” Visitors can also take a chance to win a 2012 Corvette for only $10 and do some holiday shopping in the Corvette Store.
The National Corvette Museum is the ‘Gateway to All Things Corvette’ and a member-driven, 501(c)(3) non-profit foundation. Weekly news on the latest Corvette developments, racing updates, event features and raffles are available by subscribing to “NCM eNews” at: corvettemuseum.org/ncmenews. Dedicated to the mission of celebration, education and preservation, the Museum is open seven days a week, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT - located at Exit 28 on I-65 in Bowling Green, KY.
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2012 Corvette Hall of Fame Inductees Announced
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The National Corvette Museum has announced the following inductees to be recognized as part of the 15th Annual Corvette Hall of Fame Ceremony in 2012: Gary Claudio in the category of GM/Chevrolet; Patrick Dolan in the category of Corvette enthusiast/historian ; Bob McDorman also in the category of Corvette enthusiast/historian; and Andy Pilgrim, a champion driver for Corvette Racing will all be recognized with the highest honor bestowed by the Museum for their contributions to the past, present and future of Corvette.
The 2012 Hall of Fame recipients will be inducted into the Corvette Hall of Fame during a ceremony and banquet on Friday, August 31, 2012. Their induction will take place as part of the Museum’s 18th Anniversary Corvette Celebration festivities August 30 – September 1, 2012.
Corvette Hall of Fame Inductee Gary Claudio spent over 27 years at General Motors, starting in the Pontiac Division but transferring to Chevrolet in 1998 as Manager of the Chevy Race Shop. Claudio worked with Doug Fehan (current Corvette Racing Program Manager) to develop the Corvette Race Program. While Doug handled the technical issues, Gary handled everything else including securing the original sponsors, plus obtaining additional funding from Chevrolet Management which allowed GM to race two cars and to race at Le Mans.
Claudio developed and implemented Corvette Corrals, negotiated the participation of Dale Earnhardt and Dale, Jr. to drive the #3 Corvette in the 2001 Rolex 24 Hours of Daytona, was intimately involved with several special edition Corvettes, presided over the successful launch of the ZR1, landed two noteworthy drivers to pace Indy (Jay Leno and Colin Powell), helped develop and name the Corvette Racing mascot “Jake” and served on the NCM Board of Directors for two years. Though he retired from GM in 2008, his Corvette and Corvette Racing marketing accomplishments and support of the Museum continue to be noticed today. Claudio continues to be a true fan and supporter of the Museum, uniting eight Corvette Clubs in the Detroit area for the Motor City Corvette Concours naming the Museum as a beneficiary of the annual show.
Corvette Hall of Fame Inductee Patrick Dolan first started collecting Corvettes at age 9 with a 1953 large scale model and at age 22 purchased his first Corvette – a 1966 white convertible. Dolan has owned a Corvette each year since 1967 and currently owns five. He joined the Royal Corvettes of Western Michigan in 1968 and started participating in circle track racing in 1969. Dolan was very active in the NCCC competition program from 1973-1991, racing in numerous autocrosses throughout the country – winning his class and posting the Fastest Time of Day in 95% of the events he entered.
Dolan has been very active in NCCC, serving as VP of Competition, President for two consecutive terms, Director of Charity and developing the NCCC sponsorship program. In total, he has served on the NCCC Executive Board for 22 of the past 23 years. Dolan is a Founding Member of the National Corvette Museum. He was present at the first general meeting in Cypress Gardens, FL in January 1989, served on the Executive Committee of the Board of Directors and headed the Acquisition Committee from 1991-1994. His dedication and continuing involvement with the NCM was crucial to its initial success.
Corvette Hall of Fame Inductee Bob McDorman has been one of the premier Corvette enthusiasts for more than 50 years. His automobile collections have literally contained hundreds of Corvettes, many of which have been the most sought after and prized Corvettes in the world. McDorman’s collection once included 150 collector cars, all GM, and mostly Corvettes housed in eight buildings on the grounds of his dealership in Canal Winchester, Ohio. Bob spent 16 of his early years working in GM dealerships learning the ins and outs of running a successful business. In 1965 he purchased the Ralph Smith Chevrolet dealership in Groveport, OH and in 1968 moved it to the 33-acre lot in Canal Winchester where he remains today.
Each September McDorman hosted an annual “Corvettes and Chevys on the Canal,” which raised over $275,000 for the local children’s hospital. In addition to being a Lifetime Member of the National Corvette Museum, he has loaned Corvettes for Museum use, including several rare Corvettes for display, and has supported many programs of the Museum including bricks, membership, events, advertising and donations. McDorman was awarded the Time Magazine Quality Dealer Award in 1978 and 2007, 2010 Bloomington Gold “Great Hall” Inductee and numerous other humanitarian and achievement awards.
Corvette Hall of Fame Inductee Andy Pilgrim joined the Corvette Racing team in 1999 after a successful career in IMSA racing where he earned four championships in four consecutive years. Teamed with Ron Fellows, Pilgrim scored the team’s historic first victory at Texas Motor Speedway in September 2000. In 2001, Pilgrim finished second in GTS in the Sebring 12-Hour and Le Mans 24-Hour endurance races, and was on the winning team for the Petit Le Mans season finale at Road Atlanta.
In 2001 he was selected as Dale Earnhardt and Dale Jr.’s teammate in the 24 Hours of Daytona, finishing second in the GTS class behind the sister Corvette C5-R. Pilgrim left the Corvette program in 2004 but stayed with General Motors, driving for the winning team at the Daytona 24 in a Doran-Pontiac, and spent the rest of the season driving for the new Cadillac CTS-V factory team in the SPEED World Challenge GT Series. Pilgrim won the driver’s championship in the CTS-V, and finished 3rd and 2nd in the series in 2006 and 2007. He also made his NASCAR Busch Series debut, driving two road course races for Dale Earnhardt, Jr.’s JR Motorsports team. In 2011, he joined former Corvette Racing teammate Johnny O’Connell in driving the factory Cadillac CTS-V Coupe in the World Challenge and made his Sprint Cup debut driving the 46 car for Whitney Motorsports, finishing 26th.
Pilgrim started the Andy Pilgrim Foundation in 2008 to educate new street drivers and raise awareness of the problems of distracted driving. He has a long history of attending and serving as an instructor at the Museum’s High Performance Driving schools, and has hosted golf tournaments in conjunction with the Museum’s annual C5/C6 Bash with proceeds benefitting the Museum.
The National Corvette Museum established the Corvette Hall of Fame in 1998 to confer the highest honor and recognition upon the most influential individuals in the history of the Corvette. The award recognizes those who have made significant contributions to their respective fields, each having reached the highest level of accomplishment. Inductees must also reflect the highest standards of integrity and character to positively enhance the prestige of the Corvette and the National Corvette Museum.
Additional information on reserving a spot at the prestigious Corvette Hall of Fame banquet will be available in the coming months via our website at: www.corvettemuseum.org or can be obtained by subscribing to our weekly eNewsletter “NCM eNews” at: www.corvettemuseum.org/ncmenews/.
The National Corvette Museum is a member-driven, non-profit foundation dedicated to educating the public through the preservation of the Corvette’s past, present and future heritage. Open daily from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT, the Museum is located at Exit 28 off I-65 in Bowling Green, KY.
The 2012 Hall of Fame recipients will be inducted into the Corvette Hall of Fame during a ceremony and banquet on Friday, August 31, 2012. Their induction will take place as part of the Museum’s 18th Anniversary Corvette Celebration festivities August 30 – September 1, 2012.
Corvette Hall of Fame Inductee Gary Claudio spent over 27 years at General Motors, starting in the Pontiac Division but transferring to Chevrolet in 1998 as Manager of the Chevy Race Shop. Claudio worked with Doug Fehan (current Corvette Racing Program Manager) to develop the Corvette Race Program. While Doug handled the technical issues, Gary handled everything else including securing the original sponsors, plus obtaining additional funding from Chevrolet Management which allowed GM to race two cars and to race at Le Mans.Claudio developed and implemented Corvette Corrals, negotiated the participation of Dale Earnhardt and Dale, Jr. to drive the #3 Corvette in the 2001 Rolex 24 Hours of Daytona, was intimately involved with several special edition Corvettes, presided over the successful launch of the ZR1, landed two noteworthy drivers to pace Indy (Jay Leno and Colin Powell), helped develop and name the Corvette Racing mascot “Jake” and served on the NCM Board of Directors for two years. Though he retired from GM in 2008, his Corvette and Corvette Racing marketing accomplishments and support of the Museum continue to be noticed today. Claudio continues to be a true fan and supporter of the Museum, uniting eight Corvette Clubs in the Detroit area for the Motor City Corvette Concours naming the Museum as a beneficiary of the annual show.
Corvette Hall of Fame Inductee Patrick Dolan first started collecting Corvettes at age 9 with a 1953 large scale model and at age 22 purchased his first Corvette – a 1966 white convertible. Dolan has owned a Corvette each year since 1967 and currently owns five. He joined the Royal Corvettes of Western Michigan in 1968 and started participating in circle track racing in 1969. Dolan was very active in the NCCC competition program from 1973-1991, racing in numerous autocrosses throughout the country – winning his class and posting the Fastest Time of Day in 95% of the events he entered.Dolan has been very active in NCCC, serving as VP of Competition, President for two consecutive terms, Director of Charity and developing the NCCC sponsorship program. In total, he has served on the NCCC Executive Board for 22 of the past 23 years. Dolan is a Founding Member of the National Corvette Museum. He was present at the first general meeting in Cypress Gardens, FL in January 1989, served on the Executive Committee of the Board of Directors and headed the Acquisition Committee from 1991-1994. His dedication and continuing involvement with the NCM was crucial to its initial success.
Corvette Hall of Fame Inductee Bob McDorman has been one of the premier Corvette enthusiasts for more than 50 years. His automobile collections have literally contained hundreds of Corvettes, many of which have been the most sought after and prized Corvettes in the world. McDorman’s collection once included 150 collector cars, all GM, and mostly Corvettes housed in eight buildings on the grounds of his dealership in Canal Winchester, Ohio. Bob spent 16 of his early years working in GM dealerships learning the ins and outs of running a successful business. In 1965 he purchased the Ralph Smith Chevrolet dealership in Groveport, OH and in 1968 moved it to the 33-acre lot in Canal Winchester where he remains today.Each September McDorman hosted an annual “Corvettes and Chevys on the Canal,” which raised over $275,000 for the local children’s hospital. In addition to being a Lifetime Member of the National Corvette Museum, he has loaned Corvettes for Museum use, including several rare Corvettes for display, and has supported many programs of the Museum including bricks, membership, events, advertising and donations. McDorman was awarded the Time Magazine Quality Dealer Award in 1978 and 2007, 2010 Bloomington Gold “Great Hall” Inductee and numerous other humanitarian and achievement awards.
Corvette Hall of Fame Inductee Andy Pilgrim joined the Corvette Racing team in 1999 after a successful career in IMSA racing where he earned four championships in four consecutive years. Teamed with Ron Fellows, Pilgrim scored the team’s historic first victory at Texas Motor Speedway in September 2000. In 2001, Pilgrim finished second in GTS in the Sebring 12-Hour and Le Mans 24-Hour endurance races, and was on the winning team for the Petit Le Mans season finale at Road Atlanta.In 2001 he was selected as Dale Earnhardt and Dale Jr.’s teammate in the 24 Hours of Daytona, finishing second in the GTS class behind the sister Corvette C5-R. Pilgrim left the Corvette program in 2004 but stayed with General Motors, driving for the winning team at the Daytona 24 in a Doran-Pontiac, and spent the rest of the season driving for the new Cadillac CTS-V factory team in the SPEED World Challenge GT Series. Pilgrim won the driver’s championship in the CTS-V, and finished 3rd and 2nd in the series in 2006 and 2007. He also made his NASCAR Busch Series debut, driving two road course races for Dale Earnhardt, Jr.’s JR Motorsports team. In 2011, he joined former Corvette Racing teammate Johnny O’Connell in driving the factory Cadillac CTS-V Coupe in the World Challenge and made his Sprint Cup debut driving the 46 car for Whitney Motorsports, finishing 26th.
Pilgrim started the Andy Pilgrim Foundation in 2008 to educate new street drivers and raise awareness of the problems of distracted driving. He has a long history of attending and serving as an instructor at the Museum’s High Performance Driving schools, and has hosted golf tournaments in conjunction with the Museum’s annual C5/C6 Bash with proceeds benefitting the Museum.
The National Corvette Museum established the Corvette Hall of Fame in 1998 to confer the highest honor and recognition upon the most influential individuals in the history of the Corvette. The award recognizes those who have made significant contributions to their respective fields, each having reached the highest level of accomplishment. Inductees must also reflect the highest standards of integrity and character to positively enhance the prestige of the Corvette and the National Corvette Museum.
Additional information on reserving a spot at the prestigious Corvette Hall of Fame banquet will be available in the coming months via our website at: www.corvettemuseum.org or can be obtained by subscribing to our weekly eNewsletter “NCM eNews” at: www.corvettemuseum.org/ncmenews/.
The National Corvette Museum is a member-driven, non-profit foundation dedicated to educating the public through the preservation of the Corvette’s past, present and future heritage. Open daily from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT, the Museum is located at Exit 28 off I-65 in Bowling Green, KY.
It's a Nano World Exhibit Opens at the Corvette Museum
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January 14 the National Corvette Museum welcomes a special traveling exhibition from the Ithaca, New York Sciencenter entitled “It’s a Nano World.” The exhibit introduces children and their families to the biological wonders of the nano world and inspires curiosity, creating a context for future learning about nanobiotechnology.
The hands-on exhibit’s focus is on the “adventures” of very tiny things and demonstrates the tools scientists use to see them. At the ‘Magnification Station’ visitors can use microscopes of different strengths to look at items such as shells, paper, sand and hair. Children can become larger than life at the ‘Giant Magnifying Glass’ and can learn about the effects of small things in the air while playing ‘germ, dust and pollen pinball.’ There is also a ‘Giant Blood Drop’ represented by a large pit filled with over one thousand red balls (red blood cells) and the challenge is to hunt for the few fluffy white balls (white blood cells).
“This will be the third year in a row that we’ve brought in a special exhibit during this time period,” said Katie Frassinelli, Marketing and Communications Manager. “Your ticket into the Museum gives you access to both Corvettes and this hands-on children’s science exhibit… it’s like two in one!”
The exhibit will officially kick off on Saturday, January 21 with Family Fun day, offering free activities in the Museum’s Conference Center from noon-3pm.
The exhibit is funded in part by a sponsorship from PNC Bank. “PNC has developed a program called ‘Grow Up Great’ which helps prepare children for success in school and life, especially underserved children,” said Katie. “This will be our second exhibit to work with PNC on, and this year we are bringing in all of the Bowling Green Headstart children as part of their sponsorship to give them the opportunity to enjoy the exhibit.”
Through Grow Up Great, PNC supports families, educators and community partners to provide innovative opportunities that enhance learning and development in a child’s early years. Research shows that children who participate in high-quality preschool programs are far more likely to experience greater educational achievements, strive toward higher vocational aspirations and contribute to society later in life. Their website, http://www.pncgrowupgreat.com/ offers a number of great Sesame Street themed activities, downloads and information.
"We’re excited to bring this hands-on exhibit to Bowling Green,” said Kevin Carrico, PNC Regional Manager. “PNC’s Grow Up Great program offers educational opportunities to children everywhere, and It's a Nano World has activities families not only from south central Kentucky can enjoy, but also the many visitors who pass through our wonderful community.”
In addition to PNC’s commitment the Museum is seeking businesses and individuals to sponsor classrooms and schools that might not otherwise get the opportunity to take a field trip. The “Fund-A-Fieldtrip” program has the potential to increase the number of visitors to the Museum while providing kids with a fun, educational learning opportunity outside the classroom walls. Classroom sponsorships are $300 and include a number of recognition benefits. Contact Katie at 270-467-8846 or katie@corvettemuseum.org to find out how you can sponsor a classroom.
Admission to the Museum and Exhibit(Regular admission price includes the exhibit)
$10 for adults
$5 for kids age 6-16
$8 for seniors
$25 family admission (everyone in a household)
$4 student groups age 6-16
$3 student groups age 3-5
(1 free teacher/leader with every 10 students, bus drivers free)
Discount tickets to the exhibit are available at Bowling Green and Smiths Grove branches of PNC Bank, and PNC Bank customers may simply show a bank card to purchase discount tickets at the Museum.
Hours & LocationOpen seven days a week, 8am-5pm CT
350 Corvette Drive, just off I-65 exit 28.
The exhibit is open January 14 - April 15, 2012
Learn more about this and other educational programs offered by the Museum online at www.corvettemuseum.org/exhibits/nanoworld.shtml.
For more information on the National Corvette Museum, visit our website at: http://www.corvettemuseum.org/ or call (800) 53-VETTE (83883).
Family Fun DaySaturday, January 21 - 12-3pm
The exhibit will officially kick off on Saturday, January 21 with Family Fun day, offering free activities in the Museum’s Conference Center from noon-3pm. Activities include an indoor inflatable, face painting, arts and crafts activities, games, vendor booths and more. The first 50 kids to attend will receive FREE admission to the Museum and Nano World exhibit!
Character BreakfastSaturday, January 21 - 8-11am
Kid Stuff Around Town, a local nonprofit organization who matches youth volunteers with opportunities, is hosting a "Character Breakfast" in conjunction with Family Fun Day. The breakfast will give families the opportunity to dine with various "characters" including Big Red, Yogi Bear and Boo Boo, Cinderella, Iggy, Licky, Axel the Hot Rods Bear and many others. Tickets are $12 each and can be purchased online at:http://www.kidstuffaroundtown.com/.
January 14 the National Corvette Museum welcomes a special traveling exhibition from the Ithaca, New York Sciencenter entitled “It’s a Nano World.” The exhibit introduces children and their families to the biological wonders of the nano world and inspires curiosity, creating a context for future learning about nanobiotechnology.
The hands-on exhibit’s focus is on the “adventures” of very tiny things and demonstrates the tools scientists use to see them. At the ‘Magnification Station’ visitors can use microscopes of different strengths to look at items such as shells, paper, sand and hair. Children can become larger than life at the ‘Giant Magnifying Glass’ and can learn about the effects of small things in the air while playing ‘germ, dust and pollen pinball.’ There is also a ‘Giant Blood Drop’ represented by a large pit filled with over one thousand red balls (red blood cells) and the challenge is to hunt for the few fluffy white balls (white blood cells).
“This will be the third year in a row that we’ve brought in a special exhibit during this time period,” said Katie Frassinelli, Marketing and Communications Manager. “Your ticket into the Museum gives you access to both Corvettes and this hands-on children’s science exhibit… it’s like two in one!”
The exhibit will officially kick off on Saturday, January 21 with Family Fun day, offering free activities in the Museum’s Conference Center from noon-3pm.
The exhibit is funded in part by a sponsorship from PNC Bank. “PNC has developed a program called ‘Grow Up Great’ which helps prepare children for success in school and life, especially underserved children,” said Katie. “This will be our second exhibit to work with PNC on, and this year we are bringing in all of the Bowling Green Headstart children as part of their sponsorship to give them the opportunity to enjoy the exhibit.” Through Grow Up Great, PNC supports families, educators and community partners to provide innovative opportunities that enhance learning and development in a child’s early years. Research shows that children who participate in high-quality preschool programs are far more likely to experience greater educational achievements, strive toward higher vocational aspirations and contribute to society later in life. Their website, http://www.pncgrowupgreat.com/ offers a number of great Sesame Street themed activities, downloads and information.
"We’re excited to bring this hands-on exhibit to Bowling Green,” said Kevin Carrico, PNC Regional Manager. “PNC’s Grow Up Great program offers educational opportunities to children everywhere, and It's a Nano World has activities families not only from south central Kentucky can enjoy, but also the many visitors who pass through our wonderful community.”
In addition to PNC’s commitment the Museum is seeking businesses and individuals to sponsor classrooms and schools that might not otherwise get the opportunity to take a field trip. The “Fund-A-Fieldtrip” program has the potential to increase the number of visitors to the Museum while providing kids with a fun, educational learning opportunity outside the classroom walls. Classroom sponsorships are $300 and include a number of recognition benefits. Contact Katie at 270-467-8846 or katie@corvettemuseum.org to find out how you can sponsor a classroom.
Admission to the Museum and Exhibit(Regular admission price includes the exhibit)
$10 for adults
$5 for kids age 6-16
$8 for seniors
$25 family admission (everyone in a household)
$4 student groups age 6-16
$3 student groups age 3-5
(1 free teacher/leader with every 10 students, bus drivers free)
Discount tickets to the exhibit are available at Bowling Green and Smiths Grove branches of PNC Bank, and PNC Bank customers may simply show a bank card to purchase discount tickets at the Museum.
Hours & LocationOpen seven days a week, 8am-5pm CT
350 Corvette Drive, just off I-65 exit 28.
The exhibit is open January 14 - April 15, 2012
Learn more about this and other educational programs offered by the Museum online at www.corvettemuseum.org/exhibits/nanoworld.shtml.
For more information on the National Corvette Museum, visit our website at: http://www.corvettemuseum.org/ or call (800) 53-VETTE (83883).
Family Fun DaySaturday, January 21 - 12-3pm
The exhibit will officially kick off on Saturday, January 21 with Family Fun day, offering free activities in the Museum’s Conference Center from noon-3pm. Activities include an indoor inflatable, face painting, arts and crafts activities, games, vendor booths and more. The first 50 kids to attend will receive FREE admission to the Museum and Nano World exhibit!
Character BreakfastSaturday, January 21 - 8-11amKid Stuff Around Town, a local nonprofit organization who matches youth volunteers with opportunities, is hosting a "Character Breakfast" in conjunction with Family Fun Day. The breakfast will give families the opportunity to dine with various "characters" including Big Red, Yogi Bear and Boo Boo, Cinderella, Iggy, Licky, Axel the Hot Rods Bear and many others. Tickets are $12 each and can be purchased online at:http://www.kidstuffaroundtown.com/.
'Celebrate My Drive' With Free Teen Driving Event Saturday
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On Saturday, September 15, 2012, State Farm is hostingCelebrate My Drive events across the U.S. and Canada, creating one special dayfor communities to rally around new drivers as they explore the roadahead. One such local community eventwill be from 10am-3pm at the National Corvette Museum.
“The regional State Farm office approached us early thisspring wanting to see how they could partner with us on our teen drivingprograms,” said Katie Frassinelli, Marketing and Communications Manager at theNational Corvette Museum. “Like us,State Farm has an interest in keeping our teens safe on the roads, and theprograms we offer both through the driving simulators and our car care andmaintenance seminars were a great fit for their Teen Driving efforts. State Farm is supporting the Museum withgrant funding for this event, the texting while driving virtual realitysimulator, and additional resources for our ongoing teen driver classes.”
Activities at Saturday’s event include a golf cart courseusing Fatal Vision goggles, basic vehicle maintenance seminars, door prizedrawings, driving simulator demos every 30 minutes, vendor booths and a mockcrash by the Warren County Sheriff’s Office. The Museum and State Farm have also rented the P.E.E.R.S. FoundationVirtual Reality Simulator – Aware TXT. The simulator is designed to teachstudents the dangers of texting and driving, the consequences of their actions,how to make the right choice and to provide them with a hands-on demonstration onthe simulator.
Families are welcome to drop in for a few activities, orstay for the entire event. All CelebrateMy
Drive activities are free, and reduced rate Museum admission is available forthose participating who would also like to tour the exhibit areas. A complete schedule with more details isavailable online at: http://www.corvettemuseum.org/registration/drive/index.shtml.
State Farm’s website also has many resources for teendrivers and their families. Log on to http://teendriving.statefarm.com/celebrate-my-driveto learn more.
On Saturday, September 15, 2012, State Farm is hostingCelebrate My Drive events across the U.S. and Canada, creating one special dayfor communities to rally around new drivers as they explore the roadahead. One such local community eventwill be from 10am-3pm at the National Corvette Museum.
“The regional State Farm office approached us early thisspring wanting to see how they could partner with us on our teen drivingprograms,” said Katie Frassinelli, Marketing and Communications Manager at theNational Corvette Museum. “Like us,State Farm has an interest in keeping our teens safe on the roads, and theprograms we offer both through the driving simulators and our car care andmaintenance seminars were a great fit for their Teen Driving efforts. State Farm is supporting the Museum withgrant funding for this event, the texting while driving virtual realitysimulator, and additional resources for our ongoing teen driver classes.”
Activities at Saturday’s event include a golf cart courseusing Fatal Vision goggles, basic vehicle maintenance seminars, door prizedrawings, driving simulator demos every 30 minutes, vendor booths and a mockcrash by the Warren County Sheriff’s Office. The Museum and State Farm have also rented the P.E.E.R.S. FoundationVirtual Reality Simulator – Aware TXT. The simulator is designed to teachstudents the dangers of texting and driving, the consequences of their actions,how to make the right choice and to provide them with a hands-on demonstration onthe simulator.Families are welcome to drop in for a few activities, orstay for the entire event. All CelebrateMy
Drive activities are free, and reduced rate Museum admission is available forthose participating who would also like to tour the exhibit areas. A complete schedule with more details isavailable online at: http://www.corvettemuseum.org/registration/drive/index.shtml.
State Farm’s website also has many resources for teendrivers and their families. Log on to http://teendriving.statefarm.com/celebrate-my-driveto learn more.
Free Admission to Area Museum on Smithsonian Magazine's 8th Annual Museum Day
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On Saturday, September 29, 2012, the Historic Railpark and Train Museum, and the National Corvette Museum will participate in the eighth annual Smithsonian Magazine Museum Day. The Museums will join other participating museums and cultural institutions nationwide to open their doors free of charge to all visitors who download the Museum Day Ticket from Smithsonian.com. A journey to celebrate our world’s dynamic heritage and cultural life, participating Museum Day venues emulate the free admission policy of the Smithsonian Institution’s Washington, D.C.-based facilities.
The Historic RailPark & Train Museum takes a step back in time to the golden era of passenger service. A guided tour of vintage railcars showcases the workings of a Post Office Car, Dining Car and Sleeper Car. The self-guided tour of the two story museum immerses visitors into the cultural story of the railroad including two new exhibits. "Hobo Times explores the life of the Hobo with the secret language interpreted into quilts by Creative Quilters Guild," said Sharon Tabor, Executive Director of the Railpark. "The Civil War and the Railroad includes personal stories, models and antique photography," she added.
Visitors to the National Corvette Museum will enjoy the special "September 11, 2001: A Global Moment" exhibit on loan from the New York State Museum, plus a new 1,000 square foot KidZone. "We are an ever-changing Museum and no two visits with us are the same," said Katie Frassinelli, Corvette Museum Marketing Manager. "We are more than just Corvette, offering a little something for everyone."
The Museum Day Ticket is available to download at www.smithsonian.com/museumday. Visitors who present the official pass will gain free admission for two people to one participating museum or cultural venue of their choice. One ticket is permitted per household, per email address. Listings and links to participating museums’ and sponsors’ sites can be found at www.smithsonian.com/museumday.
The Historic RailPark & Train Museum takes a step back in time to the golden era of passenger service. A guided tour of vintage railcars showcases the workings of a Post Office Car, Dining Car and Sleeper Car. The self-guided tour of the two story museum immerses visitors into the cultural story of the railroad including two new exhibits. "Hobo Times explores the life of the Hobo with the secret language interpreted into quilts by Creative Quilters Guild," said Sharon Tabor, Executive Director of the Railpark. "The Civil War and the Railroad includes personal stories, models and antique photography," she added.
Visitors to the National Corvette Museum will enjoy the special "September 11, 2001: A Global Moment" exhibit on loan from the New York State Museum, plus a new 1,000 square foot KidZone. "We are an ever-changing Museum and no two visits with us are the same," said Katie Frassinelli, Corvette Museum Marketing Manager. "We are more than just Corvette, offering a little something for everyone."
The Museum Day Ticket is available to download at www.smithsonian.com/museumday. Visitors who present the official pass will gain free admission for two people to one participating museum or cultural venue of their choice. One ticket is permitted per household, per email address. Listings and links to participating museums’ and sponsors’ sites can be found at www.smithsonian.com/museumday.
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Shula's Naples Earns Wine Spectator Award
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CongratulationsShula’s Steak House at The Hilton Naples for earning Wine Spectator’s 2012Award of Excellence!!!
WineSpectator's Restaurant Wine List Awards recognize restaurants whose wine listsoffer interesting selections, are appropriate to their cuisine and appeal to awide range of wine lovers.
To qualify foran award, the list must present complete, accurate wine information. It mustinclude vintages and appellations for all selections, including wines availableby the glass. Complete producer names and correct spellings are mandatory,while the overall presentation and appearance of the list is also taken intoconsideration.
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CongratulationsShula’s Steak House at The Hilton Naples for earning Wine Spectator’s 2012Award of Excellence!!! WineSpectator's Restaurant Wine List Awards recognize restaurants whose wine listsoffer interesting selections, are appropriate to their cuisine and appeal to awide range of wine lovers.
To qualify foran award, the list must present complete, accurate wine information. It mustinclude vintages and appellations for all selections, including wines availableby the glass. Complete producer names and correct spellings are mandatory,while the overall presentation and appearance of the list is also taken intoconsideration.
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A Legendary Evening At Shula's Steakhouse
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Join Shula's Steakhouse Naples For A Legendary Evening with Alexander Valley Vineyards & Sommelier Max VaterEnjoy A Four Course Meal Paired With Estate Wines From Alexander Valley Vineyards. Reservations Required By Contacting Jeff Jerome at (239) 659-3176. 
Wine List DescriptionEstate ChardonnayHarvested from estate vineyards along the RussianRiver ourChardonnay is dry, crisp and clean, with rich flavorsof citrus fruits,peaches, green apples, minerals and vanilla. It iselegant and foodfriendly.
Estate MerlotA big powerful Merlot with aromas of cassis &blackberry along withnuances of vanilla & cedar. The seductive richflavors of blackberry,currant and cassis and toasty oak combined with suppletannins giveour Merlot immediate appeal. Often called the “Cablovers Merlot”, ithas a finish that just goes on and on.
Estate CabernetSauvignon AVV’s flagship for over three decades .Elegant and balancedwith rich concentrated flavors of blackcherry, plum, cassis,chocolate and spicy polished finish. Lotsof finesse, enjoyable in itsyouth; and an age worthy value for thewine cellar.
CYRUS ~ The First Growth of SonomaOur tribute to the Alexander Valley and Bordeauxgrapes. Intensearomas of black cherry, plum, cassis and chocolatecombine withrich complex fruit, spicy oak, and a velvety mouthfeel. Firm tannins,beautiful balance and a long finish give testament tothe opulence ofthis wine. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Wine List DescriptionEstate ChardonnayHarvested from estate vineyards along the RussianRiver ourChardonnay is dry, crisp and clean, with rich flavorsof citrus fruits,peaches, green apples, minerals and vanilla. It iselegant and foodfriendly.Estate MerlotA big powerful Merlot with aromas of cassis &blackberry along withnuances of vanilla & cedar. The seductive richflavors of blackberry,currant and cassis and toasty oak combined with suppletannins giveour Merlot immediate appeal. Often called the “Cablovers Merlot”, ithas a finish that just goes on and on.
Estate CabernetSauvignon AVV’s flagship for over three decades .Elegant and balancedwith rich concentrated flavors of blackcherry, plum, cassis,chocolate and spicy polished finish. Lotsof finesse, enjoyable in itsyouth; and an age worthy value for thewine cellar.
CYRUS ~ The First Growth of SonomaOur tribute to the Alexander Valley and Bordeauxgrapes. Intensearomas of black cherry, plum, cassis and chocolatecombine withrich complex fruit, spicy oak, and a velvety mouthfeel. Firm tannins,beautiful balance and a long finish give testament tothe opulence ofthis wine. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Run Your Own Race in Naples FL
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The triumph of the Olympics in London and the story I readin the Naples Daily News about the EnduranceSisterhood this past weekend have motivated me to get back on track to meetmy own fitness goals. I love participating in 5K events and Naples has plentyof them coming up. There is something about running your own race among othersgathered together for an important cause. My goal isn’t to out run anyone, just to see if I can beat my ownpersonal times – oh, and I love collecting the t-shirts.
An injury, new child and demands of life have taken over myrunning schedule the past few years. The stories swirling around in the mediahave me excited to train for my first 5k in over two years. I am celebrating my 40th birthday inNew Hampshire next month and while there, I will again strive to finish a 5k. Withno times in mind I look forward to once again experiencing the thrill of seeingthe time clock as I cross the finish line.
My new focus has added more fitness eventson my personal calendar which I am sharing for those fitness enthusiastsvisiting Naples. A great resource for raceand fitness events in the area is the Gulf CoastRunners Club. If you are a guest of the Hilton Naples Hotel, ask our Concierge or front desk about great places to run in our neighborhood. And the beach is always a treat to run on.
See you at the finish line!
An injury, new child and demands of life have taken over myrunning schedule the past few years. The stories swirling around in the mediahave me excited to train for my first 5k in over two years. I am celebrating my 40th birthday inNew Hampshire next month and while there, I will again strive to finish a 5k. Withno times in mind I look forward to once again experiencing the thrill of seeingthe time clock as I cross the finish line.
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| Run Your Own Race in Naples FL |
See you at the finish line!
| Date | Event | Time / Location / Directions | Contact / Additional info |
| August 20, 2012 | Festival of Miles | Naples High School, Naples 6:00pm | 239-434-9786 |
| September 1, 2012 | Pilot Club John Clay 5k Run & Walk | Lowdermilk Park, Naples 7:30am | 239-434-9786 |
| September 15, 2012 | Prostate Awareness 5K | Physicians Regional Hospital, Naples 7:30am | 239-434-9786 |
| October 4, 2012 | Moe's Corporate Run | Moe's Grille 6:15pm | 239-434-9786 |
| October 20, 2012 | Gulf to Gulf 80 Mile Relay | Cambier Park 6:00 am | 239-404-7007 |
| October28, 2012 | Halloween Crazy Eight 8K/5K | The Vineyards 7:30am | 239-732-9779 |
| November 10, 2012 | Naples On The Run 15K | at On the Run 7:00am | 239-434-9786 |
| November 17, 2012 | Jolley Be Good 5K | Veterans Park, Marco Island 7:30am | 239-642-0575 |
| November 22, 2012 | 4 Mile Gobble, Gobble | at Venetian Village 7:30 am | 239-434-9786 |
| December 8, 2012 | Shark Shootout 5K | Tiburon Golf Course 7:00am | 239-254-9770 |
| December22, 2012 | Marco Island Hill Run 5 Mile Race | at Marco Island 8:00am | 239-450-5485 |
| January 1, 2013 | Dave Cranor 5K | Naples Lowdermilk Park 7:30am | 239-434-9786 This is a free FUN run! Just show up! |
| January 20, 2013 | Naples Daily News Half Marathon Half Marathon Website | Naples 5th Avenue South 7:00am | 239-262-5653 or 239-450-2747 |
Tonight! Children's Museum of Naples Adult Only Night
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Not only does C'mon encourage children to befree to play, learn and dream, it also lets adults have a night of fun on theirown!
Tonight is their adult-only playtime where you can relax, explore, learn and justhave a lot of fun!
Food, drink, music, themes and other 'big-kid' fun. The night will beanything but typical, as the Museum opens its doors to grown-ups looking formusic and a chance to recapture the feeling of childhood curiosity and wonder.
September 13, 2012 from 5:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Theme: Tailgate Party
Cost: $15 members/$25 non-member (21+)
Call: (239) 514-0084
**The Children's Museum of Naples will be closed from September 17, 2012 to October 1, 2012 for scheduled maintenance.
Not only does C'mon encourage children to befree to play, learn and dream, it also lets adults have a night of fun on theirown!Tonight is their adult-only playtime where you can relax, explore, learn and justhave a lot of fun!
Food, drink, music, themes and other 'big-kid' fun. The night will beanything but typical, as the Museum opens its doors to grown-ups looking formusic and a chance to recapture the feeling of childhood curiosity and wonder.
September 13, 2012 from 5:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Theme: Tailgate Party
Cost: $15 members/$25 non-member (21+)
Call: (239) 514-0084
**The Children's Museum of Naples will be closed from September 17, 2012 to October 1, 2012 for scheduled maintenance.
Everglades National Park & Big Cypress National Preserve
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This weekend is a great time to get out and enjoy the wonderful nature and wildlife that Naples and the surround areas are known for.
Collier County is home to many parks, including the Everglades National Park and Big Cypress National Preserve. Saturday, September 29th marks the 19th annual National Public Lands Day which encouragees everyone to get outside and enjoy the great outdoors.
Big Cypress National Preserve protects over 729,000 acres of the freshwaters of the Big Cypress Swamp. Visitors to this vast swamp located in Ochopee, FL should plan on spending at least a few hours in the Preserve, exploring the scenic drive and several of the viewpoints and boardwalks. The Big Cypress National Preserve is home to a diversity of wildlife, including the Florida panther.
Nearby Everglades National Park is the largest subtropical wilderness in the USA boasting 1.5 million acres. Photographing birds, hiking, observing alligators are just a few of the many adventures you can choose when you visit the Everglades National Park
A great way to experience and Everglades adventure in both parks is via Airboat.
Everglades Area Tours also offers a guided kayak experience that is one of the best I've taken. Each trip is different and you never know what your going to see. Rick Cruz Expeditions heads up an fun and informative Swamp Walk which is definitely for those of you looking for a fun way to experience The Everglades. Stop by the Concierge at the Hilton Naples Hotel to learn all the ways to get the most out of your Everglades Adventure! And don't forget your camera - you'll definitely want to document your journey into The Everglades however way you choose to go.
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| Photo courtesy of Naples, Marco Island, Everglades CVB |
Collier County is home to many parks, including the Everglades National Park and Big Cypress National Preserve. Saturday, September 29th marks the 19th annual National Public Lands Day which encouragees everyone to get outside and enjoy the great outdoors.
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| Hilton Naples Director of Marketing, Niccole Neebling posing during a Swamp Walk with Rick Cruz Expeditions |
Nearby Everglades National Park is the largest subtropical wilderness in the USA boasting 1.5 million acres. Photographing birds, hiking, observing alligators are just a few of the many adventures you can choose when you visit the Everglades National Park
A great way to experience and Everglades adventure in both parks is via Airboat.
Everglades Area Tours also offers a guided kayak experience that is one of the best I've taken. Each trip is different and you never know what your going to see. Rick Cruz Expeditions heads up an fun and informative Swamp Walk which is definitely for those of you looking for a fun way to experience The Everglades. Stop by the Concierge at the Hilton Naples Hotel to learn all the ways to get the most out of your Everglades Adventure! And don't forget your camera - you'll definitely want to document your journey into The Everglades however way you choose to go.
28 Eylül 2012 Cuma
Ana And David, Sitting In A Tree
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Here's a little taste of the level Republican politics has dropped to in Miami-Dade County.
From the Herald, we get a wonderful picture of Congressman David Rivera's political "pal," Ana Alliegro [right].
So now it seems she's teamed up with a congressman who ran a mail truck off the Palmetto and allegedly got rough with a girlfriend. It always seems like these kind of people manage to find each other. I'm not sure why that is, really. Kind of amazing.
But what's even more spectacular and what is so Miami-Dade County, is that many voters don't seem to mind and keep putting these human pieces of garbage in positions of power again and again and again.
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From the Herald, we get a wonderful picture of Congressman David Rivera's political "pal," Ana Alliegro [right].
Alliegro is a key figure in a federal investigation of Sternad’s campaign finances that focuses on the funneling of tens of thousands in cash tied to U.S. Rep. David Rivera.So what's "playing rough" for Ana?
Authorities believe Rivera and Alliegro, both Republicans, helped the Democratic Sternad undermine a political rival in his recent congressional primary race.
“Politics is rough and I play like it,” Alliegro, 42, once tweeted on Twitter.
In January 2007, she was arrested in a dispute with her ex-husband, Moshe Cosicher, at his Tigertail Ave. home in Coconut Grove. They had been divorced for two years, but Alliegro wanted to get remarried, according to reports from Miami police and prosecutors.Oh, but that's not all...
“We are going to Vegas,” she told Cosicher, a report said. The report noted that when Cosicher refused, she grabbed a gun, which appeared to be a .45 that she kept at bed side.
She then sat naked at a desk with her leg up and compared the gun to a male sexual organ.
“If you think your [expletive] is powerful (showing the gun), this is mine,” Alliegro told Cosicher, who tried to ignore her by going to make coffee, a report said. Alliegro followed him and told him to sit on the couch.
She fired a round into the ceiling.
Alliegro, a single mother, has politics in her blood: Her grandfather was the president of the Senate in Cuba during the Fulgencio Batista era in the 1950’s.Read the whole Herald article and then head to The Straw Buyer for a nice arrest photo of Alliegro when she's not so Brickell Avenued up.
Her father, Anselmo Alliegro, who once helped train contra rebels in Nicaragua for the U.S. military, also made a failed bid for the Florida Legislature in 1998. He ran a business called Political Intelligence.
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In December 2009, Alliegro married former Miami mayor Joe Carollo. But the romance was short-lived: Carollo — a former police officer — quickly filed for divorce, saying that he feared Alliegro, court records show.
Alliegro “has become irrational, abusive and has harassed the husband at all hours,” Carollo’s lawyer wrote in court papers. “The wife has left several threatening messages and texts. The husband genuinely fears for his safety.”
So now it seems she's teamed up with a congressman who ran a mail truck off the Palmetto and allegedly got rough with a girlfriend. It always seems like these kind of people manage to find each other. I'm not sure why that is, really. Kind of amazing.
But what's even more spectacular and what is so Miami-Dade County, is that many voters don't seem to mind and keep putting these human pieces of garbage in positions of power again and again and again.
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10,000 Posts
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It turns out that "The Weak and Dubious" post was my 10,000th post here at SFDB.
That number kinda boggles my mind and I suppose it is a milestone of sorts...
No, I don't have a favorite although I still remember putting together the first post and how exciting it was to start fresh again. The Saturday Night Turndown Service feature is probably my favorite for a variety of reasons but what keeps things interesting and challenging is staying on top of the South Florida blogosphere. It's what drove the creation of SFDB and it continues to be be the heart and soul of this effort.
It's still all good although I'll admit that this thing feels like a ball and chain on some days and at certain times. Mostly, though, it's still good.
And that's why I keep coming back...day after day.
Thanks for reading. Even if you've only caught the last 1,000 posts :), I appreciate your readership.
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It turns out that "The Weak and Dubious" post was my 10,000th post here at SFDB.
That number kinda boggles my mind and I suppose it is a milestone of sorts...
No, I don't have a favorite although I still remember putting together the first post and how exciting it was to start fresh again. The Saturday Night Turndown Service feature is probably my favorite for a variety of reasons but what keeps things interesting and challenging is staying on top of the South Florida blogosphere. It's what drove the creation of SFDB and it continues to be be the heart and soul of this effort.
It's still all good although I'll admit that this thing feels like a ball and chain on some days and at certain times. Mostly, though, it's still good.
And that's why I keep coming back...day after day.
Thanks for reading. Even if you've only caught the last 1,000 posts :), I appreciate your readership.
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The Daily Show: Why Obama Is The Luckiest Dude On The Planet
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The Daily Show explains why President Barack Obama is having so much success against Willard Romney. Hint: it's not because the Prez is doing a lot of things right.
It says something about your political party when the best you can nominate is a guy like Romney.
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It says something about your political party when the best you can nominate is a guy like Romney.
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Skewed Polls And Sobbing Republicans
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So I spent part of yesterday torturing myself and listened to Rush Limbaugh whining about how all the mainstream media polls are wrong and are acting in concert to [ready for this?] suppress the Republican vote.
"Skewed polls" is actually the latest meme from forlorn and sorrowful conservatives who are shocked that there aren't more batshit crazy Angry White Guys in America. How could Obama be leading in the polls with Republicans wanting to get rid of Social Security, Medicare, affordable and fair health care, and any chance of stopping the flow of tax dollars that help out the very needy uber wealthy? Not to mention their hate and derision of immigrants, gays, education, Muslims and every single liberal mind out there.
I mean, what the heck is not to like about them?
Sure, the polls are skewed. And Iraq had weapons of mass destruction and 9/11 was all Bill Clinton's fault and Cuban-American exiles recognize the 2nd coming of Fidel Castro, albeit a darker version, when they see him. We know. We've heard it before.
Cowboy up, Republicans. Take some solace in the fact that the real poll, and the only poll that counts, is in November.
Quit being such wussies and holster your whimpering until November 7th.
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So I spent part of yesterday torturing myself and listened to Rush Limbaugh whining about how all the mainstream media polls are wrong and are acting in concert to [ready for this?] suppress the Republican vote.LIMBAUGH: The purpose of the people right now, most of them doing these polls, they're trying to make news, not reflect it, they're advancing an agenda. They're all Democrats. They're all liberals. They just have different jobs. The polls are the replacement refs. They see certain things. They don't see other things. They don't call certain things, and other things go by. In this case, what they're trying to do is exactly what they've done in your case: frustrate you, make you pull your hair out, say, what the hell's happening to the country? They want you thinking the country's lost. They want you thinking your side's lost. They want you thinking it's over for what you believe. And that makes you stay home and not vote. That's what they're hoping.And here you thought voter suppression was only done by the Tea Party. See what you can learn from Rush!
"Skewed polls" is actually the latest meme from forlorn and sorrowful conservatives who are shocked that there aren't more batshit crazy Angry White Guys in America. How could Obama be leading in the polls with Republicans wanting to get rid of Social Security, Medicare, affordable and fair health care, and any chance of stopping the flow of tax dollars that help out the very needy uber wealthy? Not to mention their hate and derision of immigrants, gays, education, Muslims and every single liberal mind out there.
I mean, what the heck is not to like about them?
Sure, the polls are skewed. And Iraq had weapons of mass destruction and 9/11 was all Bill Clinton's fault and Cuban-American exiles recognize the 2nd coming of Fidel Castro, albeit a darker version, when they see him. We know. We've heard it before.
Cowboy up, Republicans. Take some solace in the fact that the real poll, and the only poll that counts, is in November.
Quit being such wussies and holster your whimpering until November 7th.
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Friday Blog Notes
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Time to highlight a few blogs/blog posts from South Florida folks that currently aren't appearing on the SFDB blogroll.
Triathalon Mami
Miamian Cristina Ramirez is training for triathlons but is very concerned about the dangers that are present for cyclists on South Florida roadways, especially the Rickenbacker Causeway. That concern led to a recent meeting with the Mayor of Key Biscayne that she describes in Meeting the Mayor.
Triathlon Mami uses the Blogger platform and has been active since May of this year.
Fat Girl Hedonist
The French Toast at 660 at The Angler's is some real awesome and Fatgirl Hedonist captures it on film perfectly. The restaurant's version of Eggs Benedict is also rather special. Don't venture to this blog if you're the least bit hungry.
Miami Nice
I'm going to give Miami Nice another mention in the Friday Blog Notes for their nice post on Panther Coffee.
How Was Your Day, Dan?
Former Real World: Miami cast member Dan Renzi still lives in South Florida and blogs about his life here. A neighbor on Miami Beach recently had his bike stolen after locking it to a palm tree. The thief cut down the palm tree and took the bike. Dan posts pictures of the aftermath in a post suitably titled, "Miami Sucks!"
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Time to highlight a few blogs/blog posts from South Florida folks that currently aren't appearing on the SFDB blogroll.Triathalon Mami
Miamian Cristina Ramirez is training for triathlons but is very concerned about the dangers that are present for cyclists on South Florida roadways, especially the Rickenbacker Causeway. That concern led to a recent meeting with the Mayor of Key Biscayne that she describes in Meeting the Mayor.
Triathlon Mami uses the Blogger platform and has been active since May of this year.
Fat Girl Hedonist
The French Toast at 660 at The Angler's is some real awesome and Fatgirl Hedonist captures it on film perfectly. The restaurant's version of Eggs Benedict is also rather special. Don't venture to this blog if you're the least bit hungry.
My friend went with their Benedicto; their take on eggs benedict with short rib, tomato salsa and scallion hollandaise on a Cuban roll. The eggs benedict also come with a side of papitas and mixed green salad. The eggs were perfectly poached, the short rib was well seasoned and ridiculously tender.
Miami Nice
I'm going to give Miami Nice another mention in the Friday Blog Notes for their nice post on Panther Coffee.
How Was Your Day, Dan?
Former Real World: Miami cast member Dan Renzi still lives in South Florida and blogs about his life here. A neighbor on Miami Beach recently had his bike stolen after locking it to a palm tree. The thief cut down the palm tree and took the bike. Dan posts pictures of the aftermath in a post suitably titled, "Miami Sucks!"
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27 Eylül 2012 Perşembe
Last Minute Deals for Labor Day Weekend
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Looking for last minute deals for Labor Day Weekend? Save money on your end of the summer vacation getaway. Your next getaway is our top-priority ! Check out the Hilton Naples Hotel website for great getaway deals and specials.
Looking for things to do in Naples Florida for Labor Day Weekend? Of course we have the beautiful beaches in Naples, watersports for all enthusiasts, golf courses galore,kayak in Everglades National Park,
My top pick is one of the most unique opportunities and events for adventurists, nature lovers and photography enthusiasts is Clyde Butcher's Annual Labor Day Muck-About.
There are still a few rooms left at the Hilton Naples Hotel to book your last minute deals for Labor Day Weekend
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| Photo credit: Clyde Butcher Website |
My top pick is one of the most unique opportunities and events for adventurists, nature lovers and photography enthusiasts is Clyde Butcher's Annual Labor Day Muck-About.
There are still a few rooms left at the Hilton Naples Hotel to book your last minute deals for Labor Day Weekend
Southwest Airlines Offering Amazing Low Fares!
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The sun may be shining where you are today but don’t delay! Southwest Airlines is having the most amazing low fares for Fall Travel! Last week I was eyeing ticket prices from Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) and the price per each roundtrip ticket was in the $375 range. I just purchased the same preferred dates and times for $137.50 roundtrip INCLUSIVE of tax, fees & baggage. I LOVE a great deal and was so excited that I booked a second trip for December.
My Travel Tip of the Day: Book your guest room reservations at the Hilton Naples with a check in on Saturday or Sunday and you can save up to $20 off your guest room rate**
Don’t delay and book your next getaway to the Hilton Naples. Offer on Southwestairlines.com sale ends Friday, August 24thand it is for travel from August 24, 2012 through February 2013.
** not guaranteed and subject to availability at time of booking.
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| Screen shot of where Southwest Airlines flies direct into Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) |
The sun may be shining where you are today but don’t delay! Southwest Airlines is having the most amazing low fares for Fall Travel! Last week I was eyeing ticket prices from Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) and the price per each roundtrip ticket was in the $375 range. I just purchased the same preferred dates and times for $137.50 roundtrip INCLUSIVE of tax, fees & baggage. I LOVE a great deal and was so excited that I booked a second trip for December.
My Travel Tip of the Day: Book your guest room reservations at the Hilton Naples with a check in on Saturday or Sunday and you can save up to $20 off your guest room rate**
Don’t delay and book your next getaway to the Hilton Naples. Offer on Southwestairlines.com sale ends Friday, August 24thand it is for travel from August 24, 2012 through February 2013.
** not guaranteed and subject to availability at time of booking.
Blue Energy Bright Blue Futures at the Hilton Naples Hotel
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As part of the Hilton Blue Energy Bright Blue Futures project for International Youth Week, the Hilton Naples Hotel & Shula's Steak House Naples partnered with Big Cypress Elementary in Naples Florida to donate school supplies for the start of the school year.
Thank you to all our valued guests and team members who participated in Blue Energy Bright Blue Futures at the Hilton Naples Hotel. We appreciate you!
Thank you to all our valued guests and team members who participated in Blue Energy Bright Blue Futures at the Hilton Naples Hotel. We appreciate you!
Things to do Labor Day Weekend in Naples Florida
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Looking for a great way to spend time with the kids or grandkids this Labor Day weekend? Take them to the Naples Zoo with this great Labor Day Weekend Only Free Child Coupon. Children (and adults!) can feed the giraffe herd from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily plus see the all new cheetahs. It’s a great chance to catch up on seeing all the rarely seen animals including the Malagasy fosas, Tonkin bug-eyed frogs, striped hyenas, blackbuck antelope, and the popular and fierce African honey badgers! Coupon required. The Naples Zoo is located four miles from the Hilton Naples Hotel.
You must click on this link, print the coupon and bring the coupon with you for the Kids Free Offer on Labor Day Weekend at the Naples Zoo
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| Labor Day Weekend in Naples Florida: Kids Free Offer at Naples Zoo |
You must click on this link, print the coupon and bring the coupon with you for the Kids Free Offer on Labor Day Weekend at the Naples Zoo
Tonight! Children's Museum of Naples Adult Only Night
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Not only does C'mon encourage children to befree to play, learn and dream, it also lets adults have a night of fun on theirown!
Tonight is their adult-only playtime where you can relax, explore, learn and justhave a lot of fun!
Food, drink, music, themes and other 'big-kid' fun. The night will beanything but typical, as the Museum opens its doors to grown-ups looking formusic and a chance to recapture the feeling of childhood curiosity and wonder.
September 13, 2012 from 5:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Theme: Tailgate Party
Cost: $15 members/$25 non-member (21+)
Call: (239) 514-0084
**The Children's Museum of Naples will be closed from September 17, 2012 to October 1, 2012 for scheduled maintenance.
Not only does C'mon encourage children to befree to play, learn and dream, it also lets adults have a night of fun on theirown!Tonight is their adult-only playtime where you can relax, explore, learn and justhave a lot of fun!
Food, drink, music, themes and other 'big-kid' fun. The night will beanything but typical, as the Museum opens its doors to grown-ups looking formusic and a chance to recapture the feeling of childhood curiosity and wonder.
September 13, 2012 from 5:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Theme: Tailgate Party
Cost: $15 members/$25 non-member (21+)
Call: (239) 514-0084
**The Children's Museum of Naples will be closed from September 17, 2012 to October 1, 2012 for scheduled maintenance.
26 Eylül 2012 Çarşamba
It's a Nano World Exhibit Opens at the Corvette Museum
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January 14 the National Corvette Museum welcomes a special traveling exhibition from the Ithaca, New York Sciencenter entitled “It’s a Nano World.” The exhibit introduces children and their families to the biological wonders of the nano world and inspires curiosity, creating a context for future learning about nanobiotechnology.
The hands-on exhibit’s focus is on the “adventures” of very tiny things and demonstrates the tools scientists use to see them. At the ‘Magnification Station’ visitors can use microscopes of different strengths to look at items such as shells, paper, sand and hair. Children can become larger than life at the ‘Giant Magnifying Glass’ and can learn about the effects of small things in the air while playing ‘germ, dust and pollen pinball.’ There is also a ‘Giant Blood Drop’ represented by a large pit filled with over one thousand red balls (red blood cells) and the challenge is to hunt for the few fluffy white balls (white blood cells).
“This will be the third year in a row that we’ve brought in a special exhibit during this time period,” said Katie Frassinelli, Marketing and Communications Manager. “Your ticket into the Museum gives you access to both Corvettes and this hands-on children’s science exhibit… it’s like two in one!”
The exhibit will officially kick off on Saturday, January 21 with Family Fun day, offering free activities in the Museum’s Conference Center from noon-3pm.
The exhibit is funded in part by a sponsorship from PNC Bank. “PNC has developed a program called ‘Grow Up Great’ which helps prepare children for success in school and life, especially underserved children,” said Katie. “This will be our second exhibit to work with PNC on, and this year we are bringing in all of the Bowling Green Headstart children as part of their sponsorship to give them the opportunity to enjoy the exhibit.”
Through Grow Up Great, PNC supports families, educators and community partners to provide innovative opportunities that enhance learning and development in a child’s early years. Research shows that children who participate in high-quality preschool programs are far more likely to experience greater educational achievements, strive toward higher vocational aspirations and contribute to society later in life. Their website, http://www.pncgrowupgreat.com/ offers a number of great Sesame Street themed activities, downloads and information.
"We’re excited to bring this hands-on exhibit to Bowling Green,” said Kevin Carrico, PNC Regional Manager. “PNC’s Grow Up Great program offers educational opportunities to children everywhere, and It's a Nano World has activities families not only from south central Kentucky can enjoy, but also the many visitors who pass through our wonderful community.”
In addition to PNC’s commitment the Museum is seeking businesses and individuals to sponsor classrooms and schools that might not otherwise get the opportunity to take a field trip. The “Fund-A-Fieldtrip” program has the potential to increase the number of visitors to the Museum while providing kids with a fun, educational learning opportunity outside the classroom walls. Classroom sponsorships are $300 and include a number of recognition benefits. Contact Katie at 270-467-8846 or katie@corvettemuseum.org to find out how you can sponsor a classroom.
Admission to the Museum and Exhibit(Regular admission price includes the exhibit)
$10 for adults
$5 for kids age 6-16
$8 for seniors
$25 family admission (everyone in a household)
$4 student groups age 6-16
$3 student groups age 3-5
(1 free teacher/leader with every 10 students, bus drivers free)
Discount tickets to the exhibit are available at Bowling Green and Smiths Grove branches of PNC Bank, and PNC Bank customers may simply show a bank card to purchase discount tickets at the Museum.
Hours & LocationOpen seven days a week, 8am-5pm CT
350 Corvette Drive, just off I-65 exit 28.
The exhibit is open January 14 - April 15, 2012
Learn more about this and other educational programs offered by the Museum online at www.corvettemuseum.org/exhibits/nanoworld.shtml.
For more information on the National Corvette Museum, visit our website at: http://www.corvettemuseum.org/ or call (800) 53-VETTE (83883).
Family Fun DaySaturday, January 21 - 12-3pm
The exhibit will officially kick off on Saturday, January 21 with Family Fun day, offering free activities in the Museum’s Conference Center from noon-3pm. Activities include an indoor inflatable, face painting, arts and crafts activities, games, vendor booths and more. The first 50 kids to attend will receive FREE admission to the Museum and Nano World exhibit!
Character BreakfastSaturday, January 21 - 8-11am
Kid Stuff Around Town, a local nonprofit organization who matches youth volunteers with opportunities, is hosting a "Character Breakfast" in conjunction with Family Fun Day. The breakfast will give families the opportunity to dine with various "characters" including Big Red, Yogi Bear and Boo Boo, Cinderella, Iggy, Licky, Axel the Hot Rods Bear and many others. Tickets are $12 each and can be purchased online at:http://www.kidstuffaroundtown.com/.
January 14 the National Corvette Museum welcomes a special traveling exhibition from the Ithaca, New York Sciencenter entitled “It’s a Nano World.” The exhibit introduces children and their families to the biological wonders of the nano world and inspires curiosity, creating a context for future learning about nanobiotechnology.
The hands-on exhibit’s focus is on the “adventures” of very tiny things and demonstrates the tools scientists use to see them. At the ‘Magnification Station’ visitors can use microscopes of different strengths to look at items such as shells, paper, sand and hair. Children can become larger than life at the ‘Giant Magnifying Glass’ and can learn about the effects of small things in the air while playing ‘germ, dust and pollen pinball.’ There is also a ‘Giant Blood Drop’ represented by a large pit filled with over one thousand red balls (red blood cells) and the challenge is to hunt for the few fluffy white balls (white blood cells).
“This will be the third year in a row that we’ve brought in a special exhibit during this time period,” said Katie Frassinelli, Marketing and Communications Manager. “Your ticket into the Museum gives you access to both Corvettes and this hands-on children’s science exhibit… it’s like two in one!”
The exhibit will officially kick off on Saturday, January 21 with Family Fun day, offering free activities in the Museum’s Conference Center from noon-3pm.
The exhibit is funded in part by a sponsorship from PNC Bank. “PNC has developed a program called ‘Grow Up Great’ which helps prepare children for success in school and life, especially underserved children,” said Katie. “This will be our second exhibit to work with PNC on, and this year we are bringing in all of the Bowling Green Headstart children as part of their sponsorship to give them the opportunity to enjoy the exhibit.” Through Grow Up Great, PNC supports families, educators and community partners to provide innovative opportunities that enhance learning and development in a child’s early years. Research shows that children who participate in high-quality preschool programs are far more likely to experience greater educational achievements, strive toward higher vocational aspirations and contribute to society later in life. Their website, http://www.pncgrowupgreat.com/ offers a number of great Sesame Street themed activities, downloads and information.
"We’re excited to bring this hands-on exhibit to Bowling Green,” said Kevin Carrico, PNC Regional Manager. “PNC’s Grow Up Great program offers educational opportunities to children everywhere, and It's a Nano World has activities families not only from south central Kentucky can enjoy, but also the many visitors who pass through our wonderful community.”
In addition to PNC’s commitment the Museum is seeking businesses and individuals to sponsor classrooms and schools that might not otherwise get the opportunity to take a field trip. The “Fund-A-Fieldtrip” program has the potential to increase the number of visitors to the Museum while providing kids with a fun, educational learning opportunity outside the classroom walls. Classroom sponsorships are $300 and include a number of recognition benefits. Contact Katie at 270-467-8846 or katie@corvettemuseum.org to find out how you can sponsor a classroom.
Admission to the Museum and Exhibit(Regular admission price includes the exhibit)
$10 for adults
$5 for kids age 6-16
$8 for seniors
$25 family admission (everyone in a household)
$4 student groups age 6-16
$3 student groups age 3-5
(1 free teacher/leader with every 10 students, bus drivers free)
Discount tickets to the exhibit are available at Bowling Green and Smiths Grove branches of PNC Bank, and PNC Bank customers may simply show a bank card to purchase discount tickets at the Museum.
Hours & LocationOpen seven days a week, 8am-5pm CT
350 Corvette Drive, just off I-65 exit 28.
The exhibit is open January 14 - April 15, 2012
Learn more about this and other educational programs offered by the Museum online at www.corvettemuseum.org/exhibits/nanoworld.shtml.
For more information on the National Corvette Museum, visit our website at: http://www.corvettemuseum.org/ or call (800) 53-VETTE (83883).
Family Fun DaySaturday, January 21 - 12-3pm
The exhibit will officially kick off on Saturday, January 21 with Family Fun day, offering free activities in the Museum’s Conference Center from noon-3pm. Activities include an indoor inflatable, face painting, arts and crafts activities, games, vendor booths and more. The first 50 kids to attend will receive FREE admission to the Museum and Nano World exhibit!
Character BreakfastSaturday, January 21 - 8-11amKid Stuff Around Town, a local nonprofit organization who matches youth volunteers with opportunities, is hosting a "Character Breakfast" in conjunction with Family Fun Day. The breakfast will give families the opportunity to dine with various "characters" including Big Red, Yogi Bear and Boo Boo, Cinderella, Iggy, Licky, Axel the Hot Rods Bear and many others. Tickets are $12 each and can be purchased online at:http://www.kidstuffaroundtown.com/.
September 11, 2001: A Global Moment Exhibit Opens
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National Corvette Museum Welcomes Temporary Display from the New York State Museum in Conjunction with the 11th Anniversary of the September 11 Terrorist Attacks
September 11, 2001 was an attack on the world. Within a few hours 2,974 people from 80 countries were killed in New York, Washington DC, and Shanksville, Pennsylvania. In the years since, many people have had a powerful need to know what happened, and reflect about how that day changed us.
While these horrific events hurt us deeply, they also served to remind us of the way that we come together in times of tragedy and adversity as a nation. In the wake of this evil, we were reminded of the willpower, strength and resolve that continue to define us as a country.
SEPTEMBER 11, 2001: A GLOBAL MOMENT
From August 4 - October 28, 2012, the National Corvette Museum will host a traveling exhibit based on the permanent exhibition The World Trade Center: Rescue, Recovery, Response housed at the State Museum in Albany, New York. Incorporating World Trade Center artifacts, personal objects from victims and survivors, pieces of aircraft and items documenting the international response, visitors will have an opportunity to see for themselves the reminders of the event that connects us all.
This exhibition begins with a look back at the world before 9/11 and then takes guests through the moments that none of us can forget. Through photographs and artifacts we remember and honor those we lost. The exhibit then covers the response and recovery efforts that would mark this pivotal moment in history.
SPECIAL GUEST PRESENTATION
There will be a special guest presentation on August 31, at 10:00 a.m. and on September 1, at 9:00 a.m. featuring Wesley Wong. Mr. Wong served as Special Agent of the FBI since 1976 and was the senior FBI on-scene commander at Ground Zero. In his 1-hour, 15-minute presentation, Mr. Wong shares personal accounts of that day, iconic imagery and stories from the aftermath. His moving presentation honors the memory of the many lives lost.
EXHIBIT INFORMATION
Make plans to come to this special exhibit and get the word out to others who might be interested in this powerful history lesson to us all. For more information visit us at www.corvettemuseum.org.
The Museum is open daily, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and is located at I-65 exit 28. Admission is $10 for adults, $8 for seniors, $5 for kids age 6 to 16, free for children 5 and under or $25 for Family admission (everyone in the same household).
Special pricing is available for groups of 15 or more, including student groups, clubs, church groups and more. To reserve your group visit, please contact the Museum Admissions Department at 270-467-8808.
September 11, 2001 was an attack on the world. Within a few hours 2,974 people from 80 countries were killed in New York, Washington DC, and Shanksville, Pennsylvania. In the years since, many people have had a powerful need to know what happened, and reflect about how that day changed us. While these horrific events hurt us deeply, they also served to remind us of the way that we come together in times of tragedy and adversity as a nation. In the wake of this evil, we were reminded of the willpower, strength and resolve that continue to define us as a country.
SEPTEMBER 11, 2001: A GLOBAL MOMENT
From August 4 - October 28, 2012, the National Corvette Museum will host a traveling exhibit based on the permanent exhibition The World Trade Center: Rescue, Recovery, Response housed at the State Museum in Albany, New York. Incorporating World Trade Center artifacts, personal objects from victims and survivors, pieces of aircraft and items documenting the international response, visitors will have an opportunity to see for themselves the reminders of the event that connects us all.
This exhibition begins with a look back at the world before 9/11 and then takes guests through the moments that none of us can forget. Through photographs and artifacts we remember and honor those we lost. The exhibit then covers the response and recovery efforts that would mark this pivotal moment in history.
SPECIAL GUEST PRESENTATIONThere will be a special guest presentation on August 31, at 10:00 a.m. and on September 1, at 9:00 a.m. featuring Wesley Wong. Mr. Wong served as Special Agent of the FBI since 1976 and was the senior FBI on-scene commander at Ground Zero. In his 1-hour, 15-minute presentation, Mr. Wong shares personal accounts of that day, iconic imagery and stories from the aftermath. His moving presentation honors the memory of the many lives lost.
EXHIBIT INFORMATION
Make plans to come to this special exhibit and get the word out to others who might be interested in this powerful history lesson to us all. For more information visit us at www.corvettemuseum.org.
The Museum is open daily, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and is located at I-65 exit 28. Admission is $10 for adults, $8 for seniors, $5 for kids age 6 to 16, free for children 5 and under or $25 for Family admission (everyone in the same household).
Special pricing is available for groups of 15 or more, including student groups, clubs, church groups and more. To reserve your group visit, please contact the Museum Admissions Department at 270-467-8808.
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