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justiceheartwatcher · 4 days

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yet they have put it IN our mouths(fillings), bodies(jabs)(mandated) etc ..

3 people exposed to mercury, prompts hazmat response at Calusa Nature Center and Lee Memorial

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fairfieldfortmyers · 5 months

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Family-Friendly Fun: Discovering Activities and Attractions Near Cape Coral Beaches

Nestled along the picturesque shores of Southwest Florida, Cape Coral boasts not only stunning beaches but also a treasure trove of family-friendly activities and attractions waiting to be explored. Whether you're soaking up the sun on the sandy shores or seeking adventure beyond the beach, Cape Coral offers something for every member of the family.

Let's dive into some exciting options to make your family vacation unforgettable:

Top Activities and Attractions Near Cape Coral Beaches

1. Splash and Play at Sun Splash Family Waterpark

Cool off from the Florida heat and make a splash at SunSplash Family Waterpark. This thrilling waterpark features water slides, lazy rivers, and interactive play areas suitable for all ages. Race down the slides, float along the lazy river, or relax in the sun while the kids enjoy the splash zones. With plenty of amenities and shaded areas, it's the perfect spot for a day of family fun in the sun.

2. Explore Nature at Four Mile Cove Ecological Preserve

Immerse your family in the beauty of Southwest Florida's natural landscapes at the Four Mile Cove Ecological Preserve. Take a leisurely stroll along the boardwalk trails winding through mangrove forests, spotting native wildlife such as birds, fish, and even the occasional manatee. Pack a picnic and enjoy a scenic lunch overlooking the Caloosahatchee River, or rent kayaks to paddle through the preserve's serene waterways.

3. Get Wild at the Calusa Nature Center and Planetarium

Embark on a journey of discovery at the Calusa Nature Center and Planetarium. This family-friendly attraction offers interactive exhibits, nature trails, and a planetarium showcasing captivating shows about the cosmos. Explore indoor and outdoor exhibits featuring live animals, including birds of prey and reptiles, or participate in hands-on activities and educational programs designed for visitors of all ages.

Expert Tip: Stay near the cape coral beaches at one of the affordable cape coral hotels. Opting for Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott ensures a delightful retreat, serving as your ideal hub for exploring the city. Conveniently located just moments away from Lee Health Hospitals and Campus, Lee County Sports Complex, and the Fort Myers Beach, this top-rated accommodation choice promises easy access to key attractions.

4. Hit the Miniature Golf Course at Mike Greenwell's Family Fun Park

Challenge the family to a round of mini-golf at Mike Greenwell's Family Fun Park. This sprawling entertainment complex features an 18-hole miniature golf course, batting cages, go-karts, and arcade games. Put your way through themed holes surrounded by lush landscaping and water features, then cool off with a refreshing treat from the snack bar. With activities for all ages, it's a guaranteed day of family-friendly fun.

5. Take a Dolphin Cruise from Cape Coral Harbor

Set sail on a dolphin cruise from Cape Coral Harbor and embark on a marine adventure your family won't soon forget. Cruise along the sparkling waters of the Gulf of Mexico while keeping an eye out for playful dolphins frolicking in their natural habitat. Learn about local marine life from knowledgeable guides and enjoy scenic views of the coastline as you create lasting memories with your loved ones.

Final Words

With its pristine beaches, diverse wildlife, and abundance of family-friendly attractions, Cape Coral is the perfect destination for your next family vacation. Whether you're seeking thrills at a waterpark, exploring nature preserves, or enjoying a round of mini-golf, there's no shortage of adventures to be had near Cape Coral's beautiful beaches. So pack your sunscreen, gather the family, and get ready for a memorable vacation filled with fun, laughter, and endless exploration!

#fort myers hotels #hotels fort myers #fort myers beach hotels #cape coral hotels

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calusaglass · 10 months

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Frameless Shower Doors Miami

Calusa Glass Industries asserts to be the leading vendor for the cutting-edge Frameless shower doors Miami, supported with over 40 years of custom glass fabrication services. They steadfastly supply such an exclusive range of shower doors to varied parts of the USA, including the Florida Keys, and the counties of Broward, Dade, and Palm Beach. The fire-rated and heavy-duty frameless glass doors are ideal for all residential applications. This reputed vendor also helps to custom cut any glass designs of any thickness up to 3/4”, or to the desired stipulations of the clients. These glass shower door designs are available in different shapes, colours, and edges.

#Frameless shower doors Miami

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lyndseyjacobs · 2 years

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Field trip 5 Marine- Virtual

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After watching the video narrated by Mrs. Jo Hughes I learned and reflected on a lot of things. Jo Hughes has been a resident of the Fort Myers Beach area since the 1930’s. She has really seen our community grow. Since Hughes has been here for a significant amount of time she developed her Sense of Place here. Sense of Place is defined as a collection of meanings, beliefs, and feelings individuals or groups associate with a particular locality. Sense of Place really helps define who you are. She has seen Fort Myers grow into the beautiful city we know, she has seen natural disasters and saw how we built ourselves up again. Hughes is extremely informed on Fort Myers history. When she was a girl growing up in Fort Myers Beach there was only a few hundred people, mostly commercial fisherman, living on the island. Now that number has increased to about 7,000 people and in winter 50 to 60 thousand. She starts explaining the rich history including how the Spanish conquered the state and which other people inhabited the island. Mrs. Jo Hughes talks in depth about the history of the island and who has inhabited it over the years. She starts with the Calsuas who originally built shell mounds and one even still stands today that was built in 1906. Fort Myers Beach now owns the house and it is open to the public. After the Calusas the Spanish came with boats and guns causing a massacre. The Spanish then owned and named the state which is why we see many Spanish names around our community. We also see rivers and places named after the Calusas as well. They have a great influence on our community. A clan whom believed they resided on the inside of the Earth with Cyrus Teed as their leader resided in Estero. In 1934 the island got electricity for the first time. But, it did not reach the bayside where she resided. Hughes would use kerosene lamps and stoves and do everything by hand. But, she was surrounded by beautiful green water she described it as a swimming pool. She makes it a point to say the the clear crisp waters she once got to swim in are no longer because of human impact and pollution. She talks about the first school being built in 1937 in a rented cottage that had 3 grades and no funding. So only 1 teacher who did custodial work and drove a school bus. The next year the school expanded with more space and faculty. She watched Fort Myers Beach grow from the beginning. Hughes Sense of Place is incredibly strong. She is spent her life her and watched the island grow as she did. Hughes is very passionate about the well being of the species that surround us. Hughes has also watched humans impact on the island. The consequences of pollution and non-sustainability. Fort Myers Beach is her home and I was able to tell how much she cares and is impacted by her Sense of Place. She wants Fort Myers Beach to continue to grow and house generations to come. An issue that is brought up is pollution and development. There is an issue with building on barrier islands. Those islands are not made for development so when people do so it completely ruins the surrounding habitat. Although some may argue development is good for tourism and the economy it makes a larger impact than we know. We are destroying our ecosystem and it could deteriorate before our very eyes if we keep polluting the environment. Mrs. Hughes Sense of Place is being threatened at this point by pollution and development. I can not even imagine having to watch your home get destroyed as she did. It would impact me in many ways. It would feel like my Sense of Place anymore with all the pollution trash and development that has appeared over the years. It is not the same place I grew up. It seems sad and disappointing to watch your home get destroyed and be able to do nothing about it. I would go to any length to save that so it can be here for generations to come. I would start protesting development and try to promote sustainability, I would really try to open my communities eyes to what our home was and what we could make it.

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jthurlow · 2 years

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In Search of the Calusa 3

About Randell Research Center, Pine Island, Lee County, FL -an extension of the University of Florida, both Ed and my alma-mater. This post will be my final post in a series entitled “In search of the Calusa.” Today is number 3. You may have already read 1 & 2. In Search of the Calusa 1 In Search of the Calusa 2 Pine Island’s Randell Reaserch Center was the perfect place to end Ed and my west…

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#CALUSA #Calusa 3 #Calusa Indians #Calusa shell mounds #History of the Calusa Indians #how do I learn about the Calusa #In Search of the Calusa 3 #learning about the Calusa #Pine Island #Randell Reseach Center Pine Island #Randell Research Center

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tlatollotl · 4 years

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Beginning roughly 2,000 years ago, the Calusa enjoyed centuries of dominance as the undisputed rulers of southwest Florida. Theirs was a complex society with trade routes spanning hundreds of miles; a powerful military; and built works including wide canals, islands made of shells and towering buildings.

Unlike the Maya, Aztecs and Inca, the Calusa built their kingdom, which stretched from modern Tampa Bay to Ten Thousand Islands and as far east as Lake Okeechobee, without agriculture.

Researchers have long wondered how a society that collected all of its food by fishing, hunting and gathering was able to secure enough food to support its ambitious construction projects and military might. Now, a new study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences reveals details of how the Calusa stockpiled live fish in massive holding pens, or “watercourts,” built out of oyster shells. The idea that these watercourts held fish is not new, writes George Dvorsky for Gizmodo, but the paper is the first to conduct a systematic analysis of the ancient structures.

The remains of these watercourts—the largest of which is seven times larger than an NBA basketball court—are located near Fort Myers in Mound Key, where the Calusa’s capital city of Calos stood for 500 years.

Mound Key is quite an accomplishment in and of itself. A human-constructed island made primarily of shells, the island’s building materials, by volume, could fill 200 Olympic swimming pools, Victor Thompson, lead author of the new study and an anthropologist at the University of Georgia, tells Haaretz’s Ruth Schuster. The Great Pyramid of Giza is made of roughly 1,000 swimming pools worth of stone, but as Thompson points out, “The ancient Egyptians didn’t eat the stones before they built it.”

The watercourts flanked a 100-foot-wide canal that bisected the entire island. Each one had a roughly six-foot-long opening onto the canal. The researchers speculate that this feature may have been used to drive fish into the pens before sealing them inside with a gate.

Atop a 30-foot-high shell mound, the Calusa constructed an expansive manor capable of holding 2,000 people, according to Spanish records. Fish stored in Mound Key’s watercourts may have provided the food resources needed to complete the project. (Florida Museum / Illustration by Merald Clark)

For the new study, researchers analyzed two watercourts to determine when and how they were built, how they worked, and whether their appearance mirrored other significant developments in the Calusa kingdom. The team used core samples, excavated fish bones, radiocarbon dating and remote sensing to probe the watercourts for answers.

Radiocarbon dating placed the construction of the watercourts between 1300 and 1400 A.D. This timeframe coincided with the second phase of construction of Calusa king Caalus’ manor—a massive building that could hold 2,000 people at the time of its completion, according to Spanish documents.

The watercourts could also have been an innovation prompted by a drop in sea level that occurred around 1250, potentially impacting “fish populations enough to help inspire some engineering innovation,” says Karen Walker, study co-author and an archaeologist at the Florida Museum, in a statement.

Bones and scales excavated from the ancient holding pens belonged to mullet, pinfish and herring, all schooling species that might have been easily herded inside.

Remote sensing yielded a 3-D map of the island’s surface that features what appear to be ramps leading from the watercourts to two shell mounds—perhaps facilitating the transport of food.

Excavations found ancient ash and other evidence pointing toward the presence of racks for drying and smoking fish, according to the statement. And core samples from the watercourts contained a layer of dark gray sediment that appears to be on par with ancient pond scum. The researchers say this suggests the water inside of the structures did not circulate much, and that the walls were tall enough not to get flooded by high tide.

“We can’t know exactly how the courts worked,” says Michael Savarese, study co-author and a geologist from Florida Gulf Coast University, in the statement. “But our gut feeling is that storage would have been short-term—on the order of hours to a few days, not for months at a time.”

The Calusa built their entire way of life around the ocean and estuaries of the Gulf Coast, creating a vast empire by learning to manipulate their environment. Though eschewing agriculture once led some researchers to assume that the Calusa were less sophisticated, it also made them innovative and unique.

“The fact that the Calusa obtained much of their food from the estuaries structured almost every aspect of their lives,” says Thompson in the statement. “Even today, people who live along coasts are a little different, and their lives continue to be influenced by the water—be it in the food they eat or the storms that roll in on summer afternoons in Southwest Florida.”

#agriculture #american history #ancient civilizations #archaeology #fish #history #native american

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imagfortmyers · 3 years

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Fort Myers IMAG History & Science Center

Fort Myers IMAG History & Science Center (Formerly Imaginarium Science Center)

IMAG History & Science Center located at 2000 Cranford Ave., Fort Myers, FL. This is no ordinary museum. Located in Fort Myers, Florida, this science, and aquatic museum is such a unique hands-on experience for young and old alike. Exhibits include the Calusa culture (native tribe), dinosaurs and fossils, aquariums with touch tanks with stingrays, live native small animals, interactive displays including topics about weather and nanotechnology. So much to learn the museum even offers a summer camp! This is such a unique science museum and aquarium that features science exhibits, dinosaurs, 3-D theatre shows as if you were actually there in person. Hours of fun at this unique center. Explore and discover the wonders of science and history with over 60 hands-on exhibits at your fingertips. See the original fort of Fort Myers in the one-of-a-kind 3D Virtual Reality Experience lab. See Florida exotic fish that are native to Florida in their 3200-gallon tank which was built by Animal Planet. Feed the stingrays, touch animals, and visit the living lab and see snakes, frogs, sea turtles and so much more. Truly a one of kind experience that you can revisit again and again and feel as if it was your first visit.

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thelistingteammiami · 2 years

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The 7 Best Places to Retire to in Florida

Florida is a popular place to retire, boasting sunny days, white-sand beaches and access to endless entertainment. It’s home to numerous communities dedicated to people aged 55 and up but also features great neighborhoods where the whole family can live.

Whether you want to while away the hours by going fishing, visiting Disney World, going on a horseback ride or taking yoga classes, there’s something for everyone in the Sunshine State. Here are the seven best places to retire in Florida.

1. Port St. Lucie

Population: 204,851

Median selected monthly owner cost (with mortgage): $1,472

This is a popular retirement town on the coast of South Florida with several 55+ communities. Plus, it’s close to nature. The Port St. Lucie Botanical Gardens are a great place to see hummingbirds, butterflies and orchids, and the North Fork St. Lucie Aquatic Preserve has manatees and otters. Watch a sports game at First Data Field or enjoy a round of golf at St. Lucie Trail Golf Club.

2. Ocala

Population: 63,591

Median selected monthly owner cost (with mortgage): $1,322

Equestrians, take note: This city has hundreds of thoroughbred farms and training centers and is known as the Horse Capital of the World. There are many great places to retire in Ocala, including the 55+ Del Webb Stone Creek and On Top of the World. You can play tennis and basketball, join hundreds of clubs, enjoy fine dining and participate in lifelong learning. Ocala also has several museums and fine arts centers in its historic downtown area.

3. Jacksonville

Population: 949,611

Median selected monthly owner cost (with mortgage): $1,396

Jacksonville is the most populous city in Florida and has everything you might need: a major airport, outstanding hospitals, restaurants to suit any craving and, of course, excellent retirement spots. Communities like Sweetwater and Freedom at Arbor Mill are specifically tailored to the 55+ crowd, but there are also neighborhoods like Deercreek that have no age requirements. With an average summer temperature of 82 F, the balmy climate is one of the biggest appeals of this bustling metropolitan area.

4. Orlando

Population: 307,503

Median selected monthly owner cost (with mortgage): $1,674

This city is a great place to retire because of its year-round warm weather and lack of taxes on retirement benefits. Orlando’s claim to fame is its numerous theme parks and Walt Disney World, but you can also enjoy airboat rides, botanical gardens, shopping and great food. If you’re more interested in a quiet neighborhood life, suburbs like Winter Park, Belle Isle and Lake Mary are just what you’re looking for.

5. Fort Myers

Population: 86,395

Median selected monthly owner cost (with mortgage): $1,764

Fort Myers is one of the best retirement spots in the U.S. It offers white-sand beaches, fine dining and plenty of shopping opportunities. There are dozens of activities available for people of all abilities — do you like fishing, cruises, planetariums or nature preserves? How about easy access to medical clinics and lifelong learning centers? If so, then this is your place! Communities like Calusa Harbour and The Palms of Fort Myers are popular retirement communities.

6. Sanibel

Population: 6,382

Median selected monthly owner cost (with mortgage): $3,490

Located on scenic Sanibel Island, this quiet, charming town is adjacent to an expansive wildlife refuge. There are so many activities to do here: You can go biking or kayaking, collect shells or try to catch some fish. Because it’s on a tiny island, the family-friendly Sanibel has a real sense of community, but it also has amenities like grocery stores, medical clinics and a spa resort. You can also check out the Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum in your spare time.

7. The Villages

Population: 79,077

Median selected monthly owner cost (with mortgage): $1,395

The Villages is the largest retirement community in the U.S. and is great for older adults who love to stay active. There are limitless things to do, including golf courses, clubs for every topic, swimming pools and recreation centers. You can even take classes or watch historical reenactments. Each household must contain at least one adult who’s 55 or older, making this a great place to find like-minded retirees in the same stages of life. It’s only 40 miles away from the state’s west coast, so you’re never too far from the beach.

Something for Everyone

The best places to retire to in Florida could be the city, a small island town or a suburban neighborhood — it’s all up to you. The Sunshine State is a classic retirement destination, whether you’re the active, outdoorsy type or prefer to spend some quality time in a quiet neighborhood coffee shop.

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erisis · 2 years

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When I went down to Sarasota the other day, I was sure not to miss out on a visit with my friends Ray and Nikki!! They were at Calusa Brewing serving up mouthwateringly perfect smashburgers from their Mouthole BBQ food truck!! When I lived down here a few years back these two totally stepped up to invite me into their friend circles and they’ve been two of my favourite humans ever since!! If you ever have the chance to visit them and put their tasty food in your mouthole, especially their BBQ, you’ll be really happy!! (In fact, they’ll be at Magnaninous Brewing in Bradenton tomorrow, Saturday 3/26!! Go say hi! Drink local beer and eat supertasty local food!!!!!) (at Calusa Brewing) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cbh5ApuupeR/?utm_medium=tumblr

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tabertagliasacchi-blog · 6 years

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#HomeSweetHome is what most strive for… So when does a house become a home? According to Luxury Portfolio International, it’s when these needs are met: 1) security and privacy 2) the ability to grow as a person 3) having a personalized/customized space 4) a place that facilitates happy memories with family and friends What makes your house a home? Whether you are thinking about buying or selling, Calusa Bay Properties can help navigate your transaction and work with you to achieve your real estate goals successfully. Call us today and find out what differentiates us from the competition 📞 239.287.0777 #realestate #home #calusabay #tabernaples #buywithtaber #sellwithtaber #naples #florida #swfl #dowhatyoulove #lovewhatyoudo (at Calusa Bay Properties, LLC) https://www.instagram.com/p/BpXQIjRgRql/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1q48p0etqxxn2

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cookinguptales · 6 years

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books I’m getting rid of (part 1)

So I’m moving!

One thing that means is just. Getting rid of a lot of shit because I don’t want to move it. I’m going to be doing a lot of destashing, but this post is specifically about books. These are just the books on my bookshelf; I’m sure I will find many more by the time I’m done, and that’ll be in part 2.

I’ll be donating at least 25% and using the rest for moving expenses. I’m thinking Immigration Equality, the Hispanic Federation, or Dysautonomia International for the donation? But I’m open to suggestions.

Anyway, I didn’t want to futz around with how much to charge for the books, so let’s just say $5 for the paperbacks, $10 for the hardbacks, plus shipping. (Let’s say like $3.50 a book for shipping, unless we’re dealing in a lot of hardbacks or something. I think that’s about right for media mail + mailer? If you’re getting a ton of books or you’re outside the US, we’ll talk.)

Feel free to haggle or ask questions about edition, condition, translation, whatever.

I loved some of these books, I hated some of these books. Some were for class, some for pleasure, some gifts from people who did not know me very well. All of them are taking up a lot of room.

PB — paperback HC — hardcover

Fiction:

Sister (Rosamund Lupton) (PB)

The Caucasian Chalk Circle (Bertolt Brecht) (PB)

Firebirds Soaring (fantasy anthology) (HC)

Killing Time (Caleb Carr) (PB)

Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children (Ransom Riggs) (PB)

Hollow City (Ransom Riggs) (HC)

The Tale of Genji (Murasaki Shikibu) (PB)

Time cat (Lloyd Alexander) (PB)

Inkspell (Cornelia Funke) (note: this one is pretty beat up) (PB)

Peter and the Starcatchers (Barry/Pearson) (PB)

Jazz (Toni Morrison) (PB)

Faust I & II (Goethe) (PB)

Deep Secret (Diana Wynne Jones) (PB)

A Midsummer Night’s Dream (Shakespeare) (PB)

The Harder They Come (Michael Thelwell) (PB)

The Grey Fairy Book (Andrew Lang) (PB)

The Crimson Fairy Book (Andrew Lang) (PB)

The Green Fairy Book (Andrew Lang) (PB)

Rebecca (Daphne du Maurier) (PB)

The Master & Margarita (Mikhail Bulgakov) (PB)

Antigone (Sophocles) (PB)

Season of Migration to the North (Tayeb Salih) (PB)

Ancillary Justice (Ann Leckie) (PB)

Ancillary Sword (Ann Leckie) (PB)

Ancillary Mercy (Ann Leckie) (HC)

Non-fiction:

From Impressionism to Anime: Japan as Fanta and Fan Cult in the Mind of the West (Susan J Napier) (PB)

Purity and Danger (Mary Douglas) (PB)

As Always, Julia: The Letters of Julia Child and Avis DeVoto (Julia Child) (HC)

The Study of American Folklore: An Introduction (Jan Harold Brunvand) (HC)

Missions to the Calusa (John H. Hann) (HC)

Too Good to be True: The Colossal Book of Urban Legends (Jan Harold Brunvand) (PB)

Everyone Eats (E. N. Anderson) (PB)

The Return of Martin Guerre (Natalie Zemon Davis) (PB)

Salem Possessed: The Social Origins of Witchcraft (Paul Boyer, Stephen Nissenbaum) (PB)

The Revolution of Peter the Great (James Cracraft) (PB)

The Souls of Black Folk (W. E. B. Du Bois) (PB)

Kitchen Secrets: The Meaning of Cooking in Everyday Life (Frances Short) (PB)

Russia: People & Empire, 1552-1917 (Geoffrey Hosting) (PB)

Beyond God the Father: Toward a Philosophy of Women's Liberation (Mary Daly) (PB)

Oprah: The Gospel of an Icon (Kathryn Lofton) (PB)

Gleanings in Buddha-Fields (Lafcadio Hearn) (PB)

Food & Culture: A Reader, 2nd Edition (Carole Counihan) (PB)

Women & Religious Traditions (Leona M. Anderson) (PB)

Major Problems in the History of Imperial Russia (James Cracraft) (PB)

Comics/Manga:

(All TPB/tankoubon & in English unless otherwise noted.)

Vagabond 1-3 (Takehiko Inoue)

Marvel Adventures Avengers 1

The Little Book of Hindu Deities (Sanjay Patel)

Nausicaa of the Valley of the Wind

Saga I (Brian K Vaughan)

Hatter M 1-3 (Frank Beddor)

Trick 'r Treat: Tales of Mayhem, Mystery, and Mischief (John Griffin)

Muppet King Arthur (Paul Benjamin)

Foiled (Jane Yolen)

Unwritten I (Mike Carey)

Adventure Time 1 (Ryan North)

Violent Cases (Neil Gaiman & Dave McKean)

The Underburbs (haley-bore)

The Clockwork Girl (Sean O’Reilly, Kevin Hanna)

Scott Pilgrim #3 (Bryan Lee O’Malley)

Haunted House (Mitsukazu Mihara)

Adventure Time Encyclopedia (Martin Olson) (HC)

Other: A study Bible, man, idk, I mostly just used it for class (PB)

#just me #clearing out my apartment #all remaining books will go to Philly AIDS Thrift btw

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wineanddinosaur · 4 years

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We Asked 10 Beer Pros: What’s the Best Hard Seltzer Right Now?

As we recently discussed on our podcast, the hugely successful hard seltzer category is rapidly evolving. One impetus of that development is the growing number of small and regional brewers entering the remunerative space, which is dominated by big brands such as White Claw (Mark Anthony Brands) and Truly (Boston Beer). (Incidentally, these brands are increasingly cutting into beer’s market share.)

Craft brewing companies across the country are producing their own takes on the fizzy, low-calorie alcoholic beverage, often with creative and interesting results. Evil Twin Brewing in Ridgewood, Queens, showcases nostalgic flavors such as gummy bears, cola, and rainbow sherbet in its line of pastry-style spiked seltzers, Evil Water. Atlanta’s SweetWater Brewing, meanwhile, turns to terpenes, the compounds that give some marijuana strains their distinct aromas, to fragrance its Hydroponics hard seltzers.

It’s no surprise craft brewers would beget innovations in the spiked-seltzer segment, even as the tidal trend threatens their core business. With that, VinePair decided it was time to pose the question to brewers and brewery staff members across the country: What’s the best hard seltzer out there right now? Are you bubbling with anticipation for their picks? Let’s get to it!

The Best Hard Seltzers Recommended By Beer Pros:

Wild Basin Hard Seltzers by Oskar Blues

Vibez Hard Seltzers by Aslin Beer Company

Brewery X’s Cocktail-Inspired Hard Seltzers

Untitled Art’s Florida Seltzers

Truly Hard Seltzer

MIA Brewing’s HRD WTR

3 Daughters Brewing’s Hard Seltzers

Evil Twin’s Evil Water

Keep reading for details about all of the recommended hard seltzers!

“Wild Basin, which Oskar Blues puts out. The flavors are top notch, and aren’t oversaturated with extracts.” —James Carlyle, Head Brewer, Ingenious Brewing Company, Humble, Texas

“I enjoy all six flavors of the Vibez line by Aslin Beer Company in Alexandria, Va., but the mango lime ginger is my go-to. The flavor combination works well without tasting artificial, and the carbonation is just right. Plus, I’m a sucker for ginger. It’s hard to find a good craft seltzer that doesn’t taste like a kettle sour gone bad, in my opinion, so I commend those that can do so!” —Lindsay Trigoboff, Brewer, Bond Brothers Beer Company, Cary, N.C.

“Anaheim’s Brewery X usually offers around four hard seltzers, and some of them are even cocktail-inspired, like Mai Tai and Margarita, which is smart. I truly (see what I did there?) never thought I would like a hard seltzer or be the person to brew one, but the kiwi passionfruit changed that for me, with its bold flavors and dry finish. Your friends will want to claw (did it again!) at one if you show up with these at a party!” —Jess Mitchell, Assistant Brewer, Refuge Brewery, Temecula, Calif.

“I can be one of those old sticks in the mud. I was vocal about not drinking or producing hard seltzers. I felt, like many, it was signaling an unwelcome change in the industry. Now, I admit I drink my weight weekly in a mix of Topo Chico and La Croix, so I have long enjoyed carbonated water. I came to realize that hard seltzers aren’t so different from fruited sours, hazy IPAs, pastry stouts, or ‘insert popular new beer style’ upon its initial rise. It’s all a matter of perspective, and bucking tradition. I was at The Whale bar in Asheville, and my buddy came over with this fizzy little glass and said not to say anything, to just try it. I instantly knew it was a hard seltzer, and could no longer deny the deliciousness. The bubbly drink happened to be from Untitled Art’s Florida Seltzer line, guava and prickly pear. Now it’s got me thinking, maybe we should go hard seltzer.“ —Todd DiMatteo, Co-owner and brewer, Good Word Brewing & Public House, Duluth, Ga.

“I like hard seltzer because it’s a great, light-bodied alternative to beer and cider. What I look for generally is one that’s mildly flavored, not overwhelmingly sweet. Truly’s orange flavor hits that mark, and it’s even more refreshing on tap.” —Mariquita Reese, Brewer, Sloop Brewing Co., East Fishkill, N.Y.

“It was probably late 2015 when I was handed my first hard seltzer from MIA Brewing. They had just rolled out HRD WTR in a number of different flavors, and if I remember correctly, in crowlers too. But I’ll never forget my first pint of the cucumber. I remember thinking to myself, ‘this is going to explode within the industry.’” —Taylor Pogue, Social Media Director, Calusa Brewing, Sarasota, Fla.

“I buy Truly. I find myself rotating between the lemonade and berry mix packs most often. If I’m picking an outright favorite flavor, I’m going with blueberry and açaí, but a friend turned me on to mixing the lemonade flavors 50/50 with Twisted Tea, and I’m willing to admit that’s a damn fine pool beverage. I’ll also drop some fresh lime juice and cilantro into the lime Truly. So good! We also recently released a line of Contact High hard seltzers in blueberry lemonade, pineapple, and tangerine flavors, and of those, the pineapple is my favorite.” —Jeremy Danner, On-premise Specialist and Brand Ambassador, 4 Hands Brewing Company, St. Louis

“I’m a self-described ‘sparkle head,’ and I think the hard seltzer that sold me was HRD WTR from MIA Beer Company. A great friend of mine brought some back from Miami after a trip, handed me a can of the pineapple coconut flavor, and I was hooked. It was like a much more enjoyable Piña Colada Slurpee: clean, refreshing, and effervescent. It’s such an enjoyable drink, I crave it. Unfortunately for me, it’s not available in California, but it did serve as the inspiration for our own THINGS Piña Colada seltzer.” —Eric Silva, Director of Sales and Distribution, Brouwerij West and THINGS … For Your Head, San Pedro, Calif.

“The hard seltzers from 3 Daughters Brewing in St. Petersburg, Fla., are a little different from the others I’ve experienced from larger companies. I didn’t think the profile was as neutral-tasting, which I actually liked.” —Derek Howard, Co-owner and Pizza Czar, Bad Dad Brewing Co., Fairmount, Ind.

“I have to give a huge shout-out to Evil Twin’s Evil Water for pushing us to do our own hard seltzer, Turbøwater, specifically after trying the marshmallow Piña Colada, made in collaboration with 8th State. We’ve always been about that tropical stee-lø at Hoof. We had been up until that point nonplussed on the entire hard seltzer arena, but Jeppe [Jarnit-Bjergsø, founder of Evil Twin Brewing and Evil Water] has brought his creativity into the game and nailed it. Frooty and Rich AF, yet still water. Mind blown.” —Blake Volk, Brewer, Hoof Hearted Brewing, Marengo, Ohio

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We Asked 10 Beer Pros: Whats the Best Hard Seltzer Right Now?