19 February 2012
25/02/2012 02:54
Welcome To SAP And Good Morning!
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Have an opinion, gripe or grin to share? Use our Live Chat feature below to share it with other readers. Try our frequent recipes. Give our puzzles a whirl or a game of hangman. Check out our outstanding linked photos. Got a story or photo to share? We love your stuff from any location. Go ahead, send it in. We dare you!
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Fishing Alberta With Paul C
Here are some new photos from Nube. Phil's children are now doing quite well catching bigger perch. Caden's fish is a jumbo perch. Caden's perch gets the awesome award for that hog. Jacob's nice northern pike also gets the awesome reward.
Perch grow slowly and to catch the bigger ones is considered to be top fishermen or fisherwomen. One of the ways to check the perch's age is to remove the sharp gill plate and dry it out for a few days.
After that holding the cheek in front of a bright light you can count the lines which is years of growth. The same method is used to determine the age of the tree.
If the lines or rings of growth are closer together that means slow growth for that year. If the lines or rings are farther apart that means it means it was a good growth season.
The rate of growth is directly related to environmental conditions and the amount of food that the perch are eating.
It also tells the condition of the water. Algae growth that reduces oxygen in a lake can slow growth as well. The lake conditions in Northern Alberta are still considered drought condition. It takes years to recover the water table below ground after being so dry for such a long time.
If you have any questions please feel free to contact me.
Paul C.
Wee-Hours Custom Tackle
Ultra Lite Fishing Tackle Company
‘Flame Of Hope’ Coming To St. Albert
The city will welcome the Law Enforcement Torch Run to St. Albert as the “Flame of Hope” is brought to this Special Olympics Canada Winter Games host City on February 28, 2012. Two participants in the 2012 Special Olympics Canada Winter Games will carry the torch along with a group of over 20 law enforcement officers from across the country and will make a stop at St. Albert Place where the mayor will present them with scarves made during the Scarf Project to support the athletes.
Tuesday, February 28, 2012 at 2:10 p.m. at St. Albert Place, 5 St. Anne Street.
The city is encouraging the public to line the streets and cheer on the runners and athletes as they make their way to St. Albert Place.
The run starts at St. Albert Centre at 2:00 p.m. and will wind through the city, ending at Servus Place at 6:00 p.m. for the Opening Ceremonies. Please refer to the route map for the Torch Run here.
The Torch Run began in 1981 and is a running event in which officers and athletes carry the Flame of Hope to the Opening Ceremony of local Special Olympics competitions, state/provincial Games, and National Summer or Winter Games. Then event raises funds and awareness for the Special Olympics. Every two years, law enforcement officers from around the world gather to carry the Flame of Hope in a Law Enforcement Torch Run Final Leg in honour of the Special Olympics World Summer or World Winter Games.
Thought He Was A Goner, But The Cat Came Back
Yesterday we told you there was a cat in this photograph, walking through the rubble. They say the average person can find it in about 20 seconds. I must be above average as it took me a few minutes. Were you able to find it? If not, here is proof he really was there. Just follow the red line to the box, left side of photo. The second photo shows the detail magnified.
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Links To Other Stories In The News:
Charge GST on food, economists say - CBC
Cardinal ordered memo on priests destroyed - CNN
Canadian set to win Oscar dies before ceremony - CTV
Snowfall warning issued for Edmonton and area - Edmonton Journal
Cops issue warning after red light robbery - Edmonton Sun
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Must be one of Trout Air's flights . . .
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The Porcelain Unicorn
British film director Sir Ridley Scott launched a global film making contest for aspiring directors. It's titled "Tell It Your Way". There were over 600 entries.
The film could be no longer than three minutes, contain only 6 lines of narrative and be a compelling story. The winner was "Porcelain Unicorn" from American director Keegan Wilcox.
It's a story of the lifetimes of two people who are totally opposite, yet, very much the same - all told in less than 3 minutes.
You'll see why it won.
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Have an opinion, gripe or grin to share? Use our Live Chat feature below to share it with other readers. Try our frequent recipes. Give our puzzles a whirl or a game of hangman. Check out our outstanding linked photos. Got a story or photo to share? We love your stuff from any location. Go ahead, send it in. We dare you!
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Fishing Alberta With Paul C
Here are some new photos from Nube. Phil's children are now doing quite well catching bigger perch. Caden's fish is a jumbo perch. Caden's perch gets the awesome award for that hog. Jacob's nice northern pike also gets the awesome reward.
After that holding the cheek in front of a bright light you can count the lines which is years of growth. The same method is used to determine the age of the tree.
If the lines or rings of growth are closer together that means slow growth for that year. If the lines or rings are farther apart that means it means it was a good growth season.
The rate of growth is directly related to environmental conditions and the amount of food that the perch are eating.
It also tells the condition of the water. Algae growth that reduces oxygen in a lake can slow growth as well. The lake conditions in Northern Alberta are still considered drought condition. It takes years to recover the water table below ground after being so dry for such a long time.
If you have any questions please feel free to contact me.
Paul C.
Wee-Hours Custom Tackle
Ultra Lite Fishing Tackle Company
‘Flame Of Hope’ Coming To St. Albert
Tuesday, February 28, 2012 at 2:10 p.m. at St. Albert Place, 5 St. Anne Street.
The city is encouraging the public to line the streets and cheer on the runners and athletes as they make their way to St. Albert Place.
The run starts at St. Albert Centre at 2:00 p.m. and will wind through the city, ending at Servus Place at 6:00 p.m. for the Opening Ceremonies. Please refer to the route map for the Torch Run here.
The Torch Run began in 1981 and is a running event in which officers and athletes carry the Flame of Hope to the Opening Ceremony of local Special Olympics competitions, state/provincial Games, and National Summer or Winter Games. Then event raises funds and awareness for the Special Olympics. Every two years, law enforcement officers from around the world gather to carry the Flame of Hope in a Law Enforcement Torch Run Final Leg in honour of the Special Olympics World Summer or World Winter Games.
Thought He Was A Goner, But The Cat Came Back
Yesterday we told you there was a cat in this photograph, walking through the rubble. They say the average person can find it in about 20 seconds. I must be above average as it took me a few minutes. Were you able to find it? If not, here is proof he really was there. Just follow the red line to the box, left side of photo. The second photo shows the detail magnified.
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Welcome To St. Albert's Place Live Chat
Links To Other Stories In The News:
Charge GST on food, economists say - CBC
Cardinal ordered memo on priests destroyed - CNN
Canadian set to win Oscar dies before ceremony - CTV
Snowfall warning issued for Edmonton and area - Edmonton Journal
Cops issue warning after red light robbery - Edmonton Sun
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The Things That People Send Us
Must be one of Trout Air's flights . . .
Just Following
The Sun
The Porcelain Unicorn
British film director Sir Ridley Scott launched a global film making contest for aspiring directors. It's titled "Tell It Your Way". There were over 600 entries.
The film could be no longer than three minutes, contain only 6 lines of narrative and be a compelling story. The winner was "Porcelain Unicorn" from American director Keegan Wilcox.
It's a story of the lifetimes of two people who are totally opposite, yet, very much the same - all told in less than 3 minutes.
You'll see why it won.
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One Sharp Cop
25/02/2012 02:54
Q: 'Officer, did you see my client fleeing the scene?'
A: 'No sir. But I subsequently observed a person matching the description of the offender, running several blocks away.'
Q: 'Officer, who provided this description?'
A: 'The officer who responded to the scene.'
Q: 'A fellow officer provided the description of this so-called offender. Do you trust your fellow officers?'
A: 'Yes, sir. With my life.'
Q: 'With your life? Let me ask you this then officer. Do you have a room where you change your clothes in preparation for your daily duties?'
A: 'Yes sir, we do!'
Q: 'And do you have a locker in the room?'
A: 'Yes, sir, I do.'
Q: 'And do you have a lock on your locker?'
A: 'Yes, sir.'
Q: 'Now, why is it officer, if you trust your fellow officers with your life, you find it necessary to lock your locker in a room you share with these same officers?'
A: 'You see, sir -- we share the building with the court complex, and sometimes lawyers have been known to walk through that room.'
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25/02/2012 02:54
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Baked Eggs (oeufs en cocotte)
25/02/2012 02:54
But then, it is a French dish after all.
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25/02/2012 02:54
24/02/2012 05:54
Welcome To SAP And Good Morning!
Pull up a chair, grab a cuppa hot coffee and spend 10 minutes to start your day with St. Albert's only daily news site.
Not from St. Albert? Not to worry, there's plenty for you too.
A great way to put a smile on your face before you begin your day.
Have an opinion, gripe or grin to share? Use our Live Chat feature below to share it with other readers. Try our frequent recipes. Give our puzzles a whirl or a game of hangman. Check out our outstanding linked photos. Got a story or photo to share? We love your stuff from any location. Go ahead, send it in. We dare you!
Best of all, it's all free thanks to our advertisers. Enjoy and please, tell your friends.
Can You Find The Cat In This Photograph?
There is a cat in this photograph, walking through the rubble. They say the average person can find it in about 20 seconds. I must be above average as it took me a few minutes. We'll show you the cat tomorrow, just in case you can't find it before then.
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Links To Other Stories In The News:
Snow expected across the country - CBC
Murder case dismissed in death of newlywed wife - CNN
Recovered shipwreck silver heads to Spain - CTV
Lawyer argues no jail time for Alberta farmer - Edmonton Journal
Officers move in on downtown core - Edmonton Sun
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Always be sure to read the fine print . . .
Walking
The Dog!
A Slinky On A Treadmill
Everyone has seen a slinky go down stairs, but run on a treadmill?
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Not from St. Albert? Not to worry, there's plenty for you too.
A great way to put a smile on your face before you begin your day.
Have an opinion, gripe or grin to share? Use our Live Chat feature below to share it with other readers. Try our frequent recipes. Give our puzzles a whirl or a game of hangman. Check out our outstanding linked photos. Got a story or photo to share? We love your stuff from any location. Go ahead, send it in. We dare you!
Best of all, it's all free thanks to our advertisers. Enjoy and please, tell your friends.
Can You Find The Cat In This Photograph?
There is a cat in this photograph, walking through the rubble. They say the average person can find it in about 20 seconds. I must be above average as it took me a few minutes. We'll show you the cat tomorrow, just in case you can't find it before then.
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Links To Other Stories In The News:
Snow expected across the country - CBC
Murder case dismissed in death of newlywed wife - CNN
Recovered shipwreck silver heads to Spain - CTV
Lawyer argues no jail time for Alberta farmer - Edmonton Journal
Officers move in on downtown core - Edmonton Sun
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Always be sure to read the fine print . . .
Walking
The Dog!
A Slinky On A Treadmill
Everyone has seen a slinky go down stairs, but run on a treadmill?
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The Psychiatrist And The Proctologist
24/02/2012 05:54
"Dr. Smith and Dr. Jones: Hysterias and Posteriors".
The town council was livid and insisted they change it. So, the docs changed it to read: "Schizoids and Hemorrhoids".
This was also not acceptable, so they again changed the sign. "Catatonics and High Colonics" - No go.
Next, they tried "Manic Depressives and Anal Retentives". Thumbs down again.
Then came "Minds and Behinds" - still no good.
Another attempt resulted in "Lost Souls and Butt Holes" - unacceptable again!
So they tried "Analysis and Anal Cysts" - not a chance.
"Nuts and Butts" - no way.
"Freaks and Cheeks" - still no good.
"Loons and Moons" - forget it.
Almost at their wit's end, the docs finally came up with: "Dr. Smith and Dr. Jones - Specializing in Odds and Ends".
Everyone loved it.
* Thanks to SAP reader Bixman for this gem.
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24/02/2012 05:54
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The Food We Eat: Lemon Thumbprints With Jam Filling
24/02/2012 05:53
So, go ahead, bake up a batch and see what you think.
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24/02/2012 05:53
Photographs From Our Readers Libraries
23/02/2012 05:11
This sunrise shot by our fishing columnist Paul C, was taken from highway 44 while on his way to Cross lake on a recent fishing trip.
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Links To Other Stories In The News:
Online surveillance bill to cost $80 million - CBC
Woman accused of hiring hit man to kill fur-wearer - CNN
Canadians expect to work beyond age 66: Poll - CTV
Elections Canada investigate misleading 'robocalls' - Edmonton Journal
Response to damning health report - Edmonton Sun
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A play on words to grab your attention . . .
Oh Yeah
More Please!
This Is My Home
They say a man's home is his castle. This man's home is seen as a castle by passersby.
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Links To Other Stories In The News:
Online surveillance bill to cost $80 million - CBC
Woman accused of hiring hit man to kill fur-wearer - CNN
Canadians expect to work beyond age 66: Poll - CTV
Elections Canada investigate misleading 'robocalls' - Edmonton Journal
Response to damning health report - Edmonton Sun
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A play on words to grab your attention . . .
Oh Yeah
More Please!
This Is My Home
They say a man's home is his castle. This man's home is seen as a castle by passersby.
This Is My Home from Mark on Vimeo.
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Only A Farm Kid
23/02/2012 05:11
A farmer drove to a neighbours' farmhouse in his pickup, and knocked at the door. A boy, about 9, opened the door.
"Is your Dad or your Mom home?" said the farmer.
"No, they went to town."
"How about your brother, Howard? Is he here?"
"No, he went with Mom and Dad."
The farmer stood there for a few minutes, shifting from one foot to the other, and mumbling to himself.
"I know where all the tools are, if you want to borrow one, or I can give dad a message."
"Well," said the farmer uncomfortably, "I really wanted to talk to your Dad. It's about your brother Howard getting my daughter Susie pregnant".
The boy thought for a moment . . . "You would have to talk to Dad about that. I know he charges $500 for the bull and $50 for the pig, but I don't know how much he charges for Howard.
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23/02/2012 05:11
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Fried-Food Showcase: From the Wonderful to the Weird
23/02/2012 05:11
The results? Sometimes weird, sometimes unexpected, but usually delicious.
Check out what's fresh from the fryer.
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23/02/2012 05:11
Clever Ideas To Make Life Easier
23/02/2012 05:11
Why didn’t I think of that? You’ll be uttering those words more than once at these ingenious little tips, tricks and ideas that solve everyday problems, some you never knew you had!
Forever losing your bathroom essentials? Use magnetic strips to store bobby pins (and tweezers and clippers) behind a vanity door:
A tip for holiday packing. Store shoes inside shower caps to stop dirty soles rubbing on your clothes. And you can find them in just about every hotel:
Forever losing your bathroom essentials? Use magnetic strips to store bobby pins (and tweezers and clippers) behind a vanity door:
A tip for holiday packing. Store shoes inside shower caps to stop dirty soles rubbing on your clothes. And you can find them in just about every hotel:
The Butterflies Of Thailand
22/02/2012 04:02
Our travellers Doug and Helen continue to capture unique aspects of Thailand.
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Links To Other Stories In The News:
GPS trackers and your car - CBC
Sugarland: Fans share blame for injuries - CNN
Experts warn of record gas prices this spring - CTV
Google Maps lets users zoom through WEM - Edmonton Journal
The perfect menu for Oscar night - Edmonton Sun
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Now you know what those 4 x 4 decals mean . . .
Now That's
Deking The
Goalie!
13 One-Armed Push-Ups On A Basketball
Those last two were awful close to impossible.
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GPS trackers and your car - CBC
Sugarland: Fans share blame for injuries - CNN
Experts warn of record gas prices this spring - CTV
Google Maps lets users zoom through WEM - Edmonton Journal
The perfect menu for Oscar night - Edmonton Sun
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Now you know what those 4 x 4 decals mean . . .
Now That's
Deking The
Goalie!
13 One-Armed Push-Ups On A Basketball
Those last two were awful close to impossible.
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Gordie Matthews the "How Low Can You Go" Show
Where Did The White Man Go Wrong?
22/02/2012 04:02
The Chief nodded in agreement.
The official continued, "Considering all these events, in your opinion, where did the white man go wrong?"
The Chief stared at the government official for over a minute and then calmly replied:
"When white man find land, Indians running it, no taxes, no debt, plenty buffalo, plenty beaver, clean water.
Women did all the work, Medicine man free. Indian man spend all day hunting and fishing;
All night having sex.'
Then the chief leaned back and smiled "Only white man dumb enough to think he could improve system like that."
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22/02/2012 04:02
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First ‘Test-Tube’ Hamburger To Be Produced This Year
22/02/2012 04:02
Post’s aim is to invent an efficient way to produce skeletal muscle tissue in a laboratory that exactly mimics meat, and eventually replace the entire meat-animal industry.
An interesting read here.
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22/02/2012 04:02
The Hawaii Files - Classic Cars
21/02/2012 06:14
The Don,
Look at the old Chevy I found on one of the beaches on the North Shore yesterday. I don't know what year and model it is, but you probably do.
Also, the other shot is a shot of an old VW "surf mobile" that I found parked in front of one of the surfing "joints" on the North Shore. There were a number of surf boards in the back of the van.
Cheers,
Jim Starko
Hawaii
SINC SAYS:
Trust you to find a classic car over there Jim. That beauty is a 1936 Chevrolet, albeit highly modified judging by the modern wheels which usually translates into a much newer running gear. I have to admit though, the owner left the body pretty much stock. Here's a look at what they looked like coming out of the factory in stock form.
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Links To Other Stories In The News:
Secret GPS tracker terrifies Ontario man - CBC
Sugarland says stage collapse was an accident - CNN
Canadians still prefer cash to plastic - CTV
Canada threatens trade war with EU over oilsands - Edmonton Journal
Sh*t Edmontonians say video takes off - Edmonton Sun
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An appropriate plate for a hearse . . .
Going,
Going,
Gone!
LEGO Domino Row Building Machine
They say you can do anything with LEGO and it looks like you can.
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Men Are Just Happier People
21/02/2012 06:14
Your last name stays put.
The garage is all yours.
Wedding plans take care of themselves.
Chocolate is just another snack.
You can never be pregnant.
You can wear a white T-shirt to a water park.
You can wear NO shirt to a water park.
Car mechanics tell you the truth.
The world is your urinal.
You never have to drive to another gas station restroom because this one is just too icky.
You don't have to stop and think of which way to turn a nut on a bolt.
Same work, more pay.
Wrinkles add character.
Wedding dress $5000. Tux rental - $100.
People never stare at your chest when you're talking to them.
New shoes don't cut, blister, or mangle your feet.
One mood all the time.
Phone conversations are over in 30 seconds flat.
You know stuff about tanks.
A five-day vacation requires only one suitcase.
You can open all your own jars.
You get extra credit for the slightest act of thoughtfulness.
If someone forgets to invite you,
He or she can still be your friend.
Your underwear is $8.95 for a three-pack.
Three pairs of shoes are more than enough.
You almost never have strap problems in public.
You are unable to see wrinkles in your clothes.
Everything on your face stays its original colour.
The same hairstyle lasts for years, maybe decades.
You only have to shave your face and neck.
You can play with toys all your life.
One wallet and one pair of shoes -- one colour for all seasons.
You can wear shorts no matter how your legs look.
You can 'do' your nails with a pocket knife.
You have freedom of choice concerning growing a moustache.
You can do Christmas shopping for 25 relatives On December 24 in 25 minutes.
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WEBBITS
21/02/2012 06:13
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Iowans Profess Their Love Of Bacon At Festival
21/02/2012 06:13
Oh bacon, let Iowans count the ways they love you:
Memories of a pastoral childhood on father’s farm.
The simple pleasure of gripping a fistful of bacon strips in one hand, and an ice cold beer in the other.
The audacity of biting into a giant bacon-infused doughnut ball topped with chocolate and, yup, more bacon. Take that, health nuts.
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The Hawaii Files - Communal Gardens
20/02/2012 06:55
All along the backside of the Ala Wai canal, they have the Ala Wai Community Gardens, where locals can rent small plots of land from the City and County of Honolulu for $40.00 per year and plant anything they want on their rented plot of land. The $40.00 annual fee also INCLUDES water!! Shown are a couple of Japanese ladies that we came upon who were tending to their garden. They kindly consented to letting us take their picture.
Cheers,
Jim Starko
Hawaii
SINC SAYS:
Communal gardens are more rare here, but can be found. Given the rainfall amounts there, I imagine it is easier to grow your veggies than it would be here and not as much water would be necessary. Thanks for the pics.
Next Weekend Looks Like A Cold One
Better get out and enjoy the weather today folks. It sure looks like next weekend is a real bone-chiller, nearing -40° by Monday:
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Links To Other Stories In The News:
Opposition jumps on surveillance bill confusion - CBC
44 killed in Mexican prison melee - CNN
Vic Toews says threats against him referred to police - CTV
AB. to force cell companies to disclose charges - Edmonton Journal
Caring for your neighbour - Edmonton Sun
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This sign is a pretty good use of logic . . .
That's Some
Way To Shoot
A Basket!
Fridge Mover
Hey! Somebody forgot to put the tailgate down.
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HANK LIONHART (Vocals) and
JIM DONNETT (Guitar)
Big Hank Leonhardt - Started his musical career in Edmonton in 1965 while still in high school. After graduation, Hank moved to Seattle, Washington to attend art college and formed a band the Clouds in Seattle. Then he returned to Edmonton and formed a band with the late Darrell Kittlitz and they toured across the country doing cabaret's and clubs. The group was called Coloured Rain. In 1974 after a year and a half on the road Hank returned to Edmonton and joined Hot Cottage he played with them til 1978 then moved to Victoria forming Uncle Wiggly's Hot Shoes Blues Band who were signed to RCA records and recorded two albums and opened for the likes of Muddy Waters, Joe Cocker, George Thoroughgood, James Cotton, John Mayall, the Neville Brothers, Koko Taylor, Queen Ida and Paul Butterfield to name a few and the band still do a reunion tour each year. After this band folded in 1983 Hank formed the Toasters and Kingpins in Vancouver with some ex members of Powder Blues. He then moved back to Edmonton in 2008 after 33 years on the Coast and Hank hooked up with old friends from Stettler and all members of Tacoy Ryde to form A Fist Full of Blues. A true bluesman and huge supporter of our local music scene. Hank also does a lot of charity work and has been a very big influence on stage to many of us.
Jim - The respect Jim has as one of our areas tastiest guitarists gets him on to many stages as a sideman. The guy who always quietly sets up on one side of the stage and adds very tasty licks and can fill in any style of music from jazz to fusion to rock,country or blues. Very versatile and experienced from his many years on the west coast being very active in the music scene. I wanted to do a night with Jim and Hank in the mix to show off the experienced talent these two have. I think I can get away with some time manipulation with these great pros. Randy hmmm!
Moosehead/Barsnbands
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She asked, "Who the hell runs eight kilometres in 30 seconds?
Oh, that hurt!
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20/02/2012 06:54
At age 4 success is . . . Not piddling in your pants.
At age 12 success is . . . Having friends.
At age 17 success is . . . Having a driver's license.
At age 35 success is . . . Having money.
At age 50 success is . . . Having money.
At age 70 success is . . . Having a driver’s license.
At age 75 success is . . . Having friends.
At age 80 success is . . . Not piddling in your pants.
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Nature Study Group Announces Meeting
19/02/2012 03:53
Below is the Tentative Agenda.
The Date - Tuesday, February 21st - 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
The Place - City Hall, St. Albert, 3rd floor East Boardroom at end of hall.
Anyone interested in nature is welcome.
No cost ... some refreshments (if volunteers provide).
St. Albert Nature Study Group
A Study Group within the Edmonton Nature Club kickoff 2012 meeting agenda not yet fully decided ... tentative only:
1. Icebreaker ... 'Fun Challenge Quiz'
2. General ... Photo-sharing Focus - MAMMALS - anyone*
3. Feature #1 ... 4-Legged Animal - Info Sessions**
4. Break ... treats (perhaps) and chatter
5. General ... 'Identificaton Skills Quiz'
6. Feature #2 ... Birding Bucket List - CUBA***
7. Time permitting ... Any Other Topics That People Bring to Share
** We need three people to come forward to pick an AB mammal (eg. beaver, fox, moose, pika, bat, etc.) to research and present 20 facts of interest on their chosen species. Notify loraxdan@telus.net if you are willing to give a 10-12 minute session. First three to respond will be the 'chosen ones'.
*** If you have visited Cuba and done some birding with info to share notify loraxdan@telus.net.
SANSG - is a 'study group' within the Edmonton Nature Club
Information and Historical Update for Meeting Attendees to Start 2012:
· SANSG is part of the Edmonton Nature Club. Frequent attendees should consider ENC membership.
· Sixteen meetings have taken place in total over five years, roughly three per year.
· Attendance has ranged from a low of 19 to a high of 40 with an average around 28.
· Meetings have been at the same venue, for the same duration and time on a Tues., Wed. or Thursday.
· A total of 119 people have attended and 62 are currently emailed info on upcoming meetings.
· We use email to notify attendees. All our attendees are great, friendly, sociable people.
What is needed to keep SANSG working ... A few of Ideas to consider:
· Attendees are asked to get involved either sharing photos and/or presenting on topics of their interest.
· As a rule of thumb, sessions are around 10 min. are most desirable or photo sets of 10 to 20 for a topic.
· Variety, fun, personal experiences, general knowledge and basic information on nature topics is the focus.
· A willingness to participate informally in an open-minded and non-judgemental environment is stressed.
· Voluntary provision of 'treats' for our mid-meeting break will be strongly encouraged and recognized in future.
· Contact Dan Stoker at loraxdan@telus.net or at 780-460-9169 if you have ideas or voluntary support for a meeting.
Please note the intent of SANSG meetings is to have fun, to share and to learn about nature topics relevant to the individuals at our meetings.
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Lots to do on Family Day - Edmonton Journal
Where's winter? - Edmonton Sun
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The Things That People Send Us
This neighbourhood gives a whole new meaning to the term 'cul de sac', doesn't it? . . .
Now That's
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His Bark Is Worse Than His Bite
Ever seen a big, brave dog turn chicken when the cat reverses the scenario?
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The Student Who Obtained 0% on an Exam
19/02/2012 03:53
Thought you might like this. I would have given him 100%.
Marj Huxley
St. Albert
SINC SAYS:
You're right Marj, we sure do and with answers like that, he should have passed with flying colours.
Q1. In which battle did Napoleon die?
* His last battle
Q2. Where was the Declaration of Independence signed?
* At the bottom of the page
Q3. River Ravi flows in which state?
* Liquid
Q4. What is the main reason for divorce?
* Marriage
Q5. What is the main reason for failure?
* Exams
Q6. What can you never eat for breakfast?
* Lunch and dinner
Q7. What looks like half an apple?
* The other half
Q8. If you throw a red stone into the blue sea what will it become?
* It will simply become wet
Q9. How can a man go eight days without sleeping?
* No problem, he sleeps at night.
Q10. How can you lift an elephant with one hand?
* You will never find an elephant that has only one hand.
Q11. If you had three apples and four oranges in one hand and four apples and three oranges in other hand, what would you have?
* Very large hands
Q12. If it took eight men ten hours to build a wall, how long would it take four men to build the same wall?
* No time at all, the wall is already built.
Q13. How can u drop a raw egg onto a concrete floor without cracking it?
* You can't, concrete floors are very hard to crack.
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Who Knew?
19/02/2012 03:53
Whenever I purchase a box of S.O.S Pads, I immediately take a pair of scissors and cut each pad into halves. After years of having to throw away rusted and unused and smelly pads, I finally decided that this would be much more economical. Now a box of S.O.S pads last me indefinitely! In fact, I have noticed that the scissors get 'sharpened'' this way!
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