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Santa Ana, CA, Offers A Favorable Climate And Sporting Opportunities

I love Santa Ana, CA, because the favorable climate makes sporting opportunities possible. Santa Ana is the best place for you if you don't want freezing temperatures. The city provides warm weather throughout the year. This warm weather makes engaging in outdoor activities such as boating, sports, camping, and water sports possible. It also provides opportunities for skiing at the nearby mountain. There are several sports activities for both the participants and spectators. You can board a bus, train, or drive to catch your favorite games. This favorable weather in California's metropolis is just perfect for outdoor activities.

Apartments in Santa Ana, CA

Broadstone Atlas is the best apartment in Santa Ana, CA. It offers a modern retreat, plenty of outdoor spaces, and engaging amenities with an active and vibrant scene. I like this location because it's thoughtfully designed with a focus on indoor- and outdoor experiences, fun connections, serene gateways, and wellness-focused communities. The apartment homes focus on natural palettes, light-filled living areas, and calm moods. Various floor plans suit your needs, such as one-bedroom, two-bedroom, studio, and three-bedroom apartments. The amenities are fresh, offering a wise space that gives plenty of new encounters and opportunities. For inquiries, call (949) 996-0051.

Broadstone Atlas apartment Homes

The No.1 apartment home in Santa Ana, CA, is the Broadstone Atlas. It has various floor plans available from the studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and three-bedroom apartments. I like all these plans – The Harmony, The Aura, The Ascent, The Spark, The Zen, The Balance, The Energy, The Voyage, The Endurance, The Spirit, The Calm, The Intention, The Pursuit, The Vitality, The Odyssey, and The Momentum. All these rooms are equipped with fresh and outgoing amenities and a mix of great spaces. You'll like both the apartment's interior amenities and the community amenities. These are all perfect for making your life living beautiful. For details, call (949) 996-0051.

Bowers Museum in Santa Ana, CA

The Bowers Museum in Santa Ana, CA, offers beautiful exhibitions and programs. It's been over 112 years of the Annual Gold Medal Exhibition. Some upcoming events are Art in Content: The Arts of Venice from Byzantium to Biennale, A Night at the Movies presents Breakfast at Tiffany's (1961), Anne's Treasures – Painted Pots with Succulents, Celebrity speaker series; behind the scenes with the former FBI Kristen von KleinSmid, Chuck Jones Center for Creativity at Bowers Kidseum, ARCE: The Artistic Circle of St. Louis Painter with Dr. Branko van Oppen, de Ruiter, Orange Still Life with Watercolors, Lynds Thomas Distinguished Lecture Series, St. Patrick's Day Festival, Anne's Treasures – Cling Film Art, and more.

Santa Ana police department is looking to recruit more women.

The police department in Santa Ana is looking for more women to wear its badge. Their goal is to have 30% females in the police force by 2030. With this in mind, the recruitment team is tackling the barrier many female recruits often encounter, such as the physical agility test. At the national level, women comprise 14% of sworn police officers, and in Santa Ana, a lesser percentage. I like this move of the Santa Ana Police Department to recruit more female police officers because if not balance the rate of men and women police officers, a considerable percentage will be added. Read more.

Link to maps

Bowers Museum 2002 N Main St, Santa Ana, CA 92706, United States Get on I-5 S 59 sec (0.3 mi) Continue on I-5 S to E Edinger Ave. Take exit 9 from CA-55 S/State Rte 55 S 4 min (3.6 mi) Take Red Hill Ave to your destination 5 min (2.0 mi) Broadstone Atlas 2590 Red Hill Ave, Santa Ana, CA 92705, United States

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Find the best Painters & Decorators in Camp Hill.

Attentive Painting & Decorating provides residential as well as commercial painting services in Camp Hill. We offer interior and exterior painting and commercial painting.

Visit: http://www.attentive.com.au

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Eric Saarinen

Director/Cinematographer
 Los Angeles, California
 ericsaarinenfilms.com

Photo by Perigrin Jung

SPECIAL GUEST SERIES

Eric Saarinen is a Los Angeles-based director and cinematographer best known for his work in feature films, documentaries, and wide-ranging commercial projects. The son of architect and designer, Eero Saarinen, and the grandson of architect, designer, and educator, Eliel Saarinen, Eric’s latest documentary project, Eliel Saarinen, now in development, is a tribute to his grandfather’s life and architectural contributions in Finland and the United States. He also co-produced, hosted, and was the director of photography on the documentary, Eero Saarinen, The Architect Who Saw the Future, part of a 2016 PBS American Masters series about his father. In earlier years, Eric served as director of photography in feature films by Albert Brooks, including Lost in America, Modern Romance, and Real Life. He also filmed music videos for Joni Mitchell, Jimi Hendrix, Pat Metheny, The Rolling Stones, Neil Young, and others. The recipient of numerous awards for his commercial work, Eric received 13 Clios, four MOMA’s, two Gold Hugo’s, and the Grand Prix at Cannes. He is a member of the Director’s Guild of America and was the first director of photography ever to be inducted into the American Society of Cinematographers for “Extraordinary Achievement in the Field of Television Commercials.” Eric earned a bachelor of arts at Goddard College, and a master of fine arts in filmmaking at UCLA. He was also inducted into the Finnish Society of Cinematographers. When Eric is not working, you can find him searching for the perfect woman. He resides near Los Angeles, in Harbor City, in a house filled with Mid-century modern furniture and art. Eric has two sons, Eliot and Evan.

FAVORITES

Book: The Old Man and the Sea by Ernest Hemingway

Destination: Places no one has seen.

Motto: “Dare to be great” - Gordon Willis.

Sanctuary:  Mantaharyu, Finland (Midsummer’s Eve)

THE QUERY

Where were you born?

Detroit, Michigan

What were some of the passions and pastimes of your earlier years?

Pretending to be an Indian in the forest at the Cranbrook Educational Community, building a machine gun nest on the roof of the abandoned barn behind our house, and underwater kissing at Hilltop Camp, Northern Michigan.

What is your first memory of film as an experience?

When I was young, I made a film in a cardboard box with two cranks and paper images viewed through a large hole cut in the box. It seemed important at the time, although I don’t remember any plot twists.

How did you begin to realize your intrigue with cinematography/film?

By forgetting to close the gate in a 16mm Bolex camera, and later learning how beautiful a mistake can be. I felt that every frame I shot was proof that I was alive, then and there. I was legally blind and walleyed when I was young, so I taught myself the painter’s tricks of how to make three dimensions out of two.

How did you get your start in the profession of filmmaking/directing?

I made art films after UCLA film school for the Los Angeles County Museum of Art and Gemini GEL, a publisher of fine art limited edition prints and sculptures. I went to EXPO ‘70 in Osaka, Japan, and worked with artists of that period. I decided to try to work with other directors and bought a camera and worked my way up to feature films, shooting as a director of photography for more than 15 features.

Was there a project/period along the way that presented an important learning curve?

In 1981, my cameraman’s reel was shown to an agency, and someone had ‘mistakenly’ labeled it ‘director/cameraman.’ I directed a spot for the San Diego Zoo that went on to win best commercial in California (The Belding). This was the beginning of Plum Productions, a thriving commercial production company that my partner, Chuck Sloan, and I ran for 28 years.

What role did your father play in the creation of the Cranbrook community in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan?

Eero came to the United States when he was 13 years old. At that time, Cranbrook didn’t exist as a school. Growing up, Eero participated in the design of many of the details, placemats, school logos, chairs, gate designs, interior furnishings, etc. at Cranbrook. Years later, after studying at Yale, he came back to Michigan and taught architecture at Cranbrook. Charles and Ray Eames (my godparents), and my mother, Lily, studied there under Eliel Saarinen and Carl Millis. In its entirety, the educational community took about 15 years to build. Meanwhile, Eliel (then president at Cranbrook) and my father worked together on eight other projects before my grandfather passed away in 1950.  

How did the concept for the PBS American Masters documentary Eero Saarinen, The Architect Who Saw the Future, take seed?

Robert Zeigleman, an architect who worked for my dad, wanted to make a documentary about Eero. He did some research, found Peter Rosen, a seasoned documentary producer/director, and approached businessman and philanthropist, A. Alfred Taubman (he designed the shopping mall) who was a fan of my father’s work. Peter called and asked me if I wanted to shoot the documentary, and I turned him down. At the time, I still hated my father, largely because he had an affair with another woman, in 1953, when I was eleven years old. A divorce followed, and my mother, sister, and I had to leave Michigan. It was an unsettling time for me.

A year after I turned down the Eero documentary offer, I read the love letters between my father and Aline, and was able to put myself in his shoes. He was in love. Peter wisely filmed my journey back in time…looking at my father’s work, some I never had seen before. He let me shoot Eero’s work, design the shots, and so on, while he filmed my own discovery process - making it a multi-level story. I shot most of my father’s architecture in high definition (6K), to repurpose later, and donate to architectural causes.  

What was the greatest challenge in making this documentary?

I wanted to film my father’s work for people, now and in the future. I was working for him, and I had to ask myself repeatedly what my dad would say, as I planned and executed the shots. He had been a very hard taskmaster.

What wisdom emerged as a result of the making of this project?

The making of the documentary changed me. Ultimately, I forgave my father after studying and filming his work and raising him up again. It also turned out to be a way of forgiving myself. I realized it was no one’s fault. There is a huge benefit in forgiveness, even if it comes 50 years later. I finally felt centered in my own life.

How did the concept for your new documentary project, Eliel Saarinen, take seed/develop?

Being in the Eero film, as the through-line, I realized it was important to have a strong grasp of the truth in telling this story. I gathered all the books on my father and read and reread them. I had to be able to set the record straight, so to speak. Under that tall pile of books was Eliel’s little book, The Search for Form in Art and Architecture, published in 1948, which became the philosophy that both Eliel and my father practiced. For example, one of the tenets was to never imitate anyone; not even yourself. That was why every building that Eliel and Eero designed had its own style - to best solve the particular set of problems that were revealed.

For Dulles Airport, the problem was that travelers would be walking for miles, so the mobile lounge was created so each passenger had to walk no more than 150 feet. My father made this structure to express the new age of jet travel as a grand entrance…to enhance man’s self esteem.

In the early 1900s, train travel was similar. In designing the Helsinki Railroad Station, Eliel created a grand vision of the future of train travel. That building, too, was expressive and totally unique.

For additional information about the making of the Eliel Saarinen documentary, please visit ericsaarinenfilms.com.

What was your relationship with your grandfather?

“Farfar” or “father’s father,” we called him in Swedish, spoke to me before I knew words. We would spend time at Cranbrook, and he would let me run free in the woods. Christmas Eve was always spent there. Art was everything and Cranbrook became a favorite place for me…kind of like heavenly Elysian Fields. I would see the great scale, and ride on the wonderful sculptures by Carl Milles, and ask myself – who were these people that made this timeless and transcendent world? Eliel died when I was just eight years old. He was a very warm grandfather. I learned by watching him. He was very methodical.

In filming the Eero and Eliel documentaries, where did your travels take you?

In the United States, we scouted, and later filmed, so we went everywhere twice, including the General Motors Technical Center in Warren, Michigan; Saarinen office building in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan; John Deere International Headquarters in Moline, Illinois; Irwin Miller House in Columbus, Indiana; MIT Auditorium and Chapel in Cambridge, Massachusetts; CBS Black Rock skyscraper in New York, New York; North Christian Church in Columbus, Indiana; The Ingalls Hockey Rink, and subsequently the Morse and Stiles Colleges of Yale University in New Haven, Connecticut; and the Gateway Arch in St. Louis, Missouri. Of course, we also filmed at Cranbrook in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. In Finland we went to Eliel's Hvittrask Museum in Kirkkenonummi; Finnish National Railroad Station, Finnish National Museum, and Pohola Building in Helsinki; and Lahti City Hall in Lahti.

What architectural work of your grandfather’s do you find most beautiful?

Cranbrook was Eliel’s city plan: The Cranbrook School for Boys; Cranbrook Kingswood Girl’s School; Cranbrook Academy of Art; Cranbrook Institute of Science; Cranbrook Art Museum; and Cranbrook Library all used different forms. As president for many years, Eliel ended up bringing a large group of artists and architects together at Cranbrook, which became a focal point of Mid-century art and architecture. Eliel always said, “We don’t teach architecture at Cranbrook - the students learn it.” Eliel won the AIA Gold Medal for Cranbrook.

How would you describe your creative process?

Deductive, which is similar to my father’s process. You don’t start with a vision; instead the vision should be the result of problem solving. The first step is to find what the real problems are. That comes by understanding the client, and what he/she wants and needs. Ideally, it is a collaborative partnership. Then you gather the smartest people around and generate more ideas. Once you have the strong bones of the story, you figure out how to shoot it and where, and develop a kind of model, or pre-visualization, and then revise it. During filming, I try to stay low key - knowing I can trust the people around me.

What three things can’t you live without?

Passion, originality, and honesty.

Is there a filmmaker living today that you admire most?

Ridley Scott

What’s the best advice you’ve ever received?

“Success is 97% hard work and 3% talent.” - Eero Saarinen 
“Work is the key to creative growth of the mind.” - Eliel Saarinen

What drives you these days?

Completing the Saarinen legacy by filming Eliel’s work, incorporating his philosophy and thoughts. In addition, I’d love to do a film about Frank Gehry and his amazing work. These people did inspiring work. It’s rewarding to pass their passion on to our youth.

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How can you enjoy your visit to the UAE with a 14 days UAE visa?

The United Arab Emirates is the most happening place on the globe. This centrepiece offers a huge range of entertainment, activities and sports for visitor and travellers to enjoy and explore. The UAE  is loaded with amazing local food and country-specific cuisines which are curated by world-class chefs. Food is the heart of Dubai. Easy availability of quick bites and dine-in options has made this place the most visited one for many years. Accommodations that suit all pockets are dotted almost everywhere in the UAE. Easy commuting on local transport has given many options to visitors that suit them according to their needs and requirements.

But the icing on the desert is the lucrative visa process. UAE offers 14 days UAE visa, 30 days UAE visa and 90 days UAE visa. It is extremely easy to apply for a 14 days tourist visa online. Most travellers opt for a 14 days UAE visa to experience the hidden secrets of UAE as the UAE 14 days visa fee does not dent the pocket. For a seamless experience on applying 14 days UAE visa online, there can be no better choice the www.instauaevisa.org.

This blog will guide you towards how you can enjoy your visit to the UAE on a 14 days UAE visa. You can plan your route according to the attractions and the emirates which you can visit to enjoy the same.

Let’s take off.

Burj Al-Arab, Dubai–

You can spend all day and night admiring the first man-made island hotel in Dubai. Pillared at a drive of 40 minutes from Dubai International Airport, this iconic structure on the Jumeriah Beach is a royal landmark in Dubai. In the day time, it offers an excellent backdrop for movies, photoshoots and sightseeing. You can also visit the Burj-Al-Arab by booking a table in the most stylish restaurant decked up with azure interiors, the Skyview Bar and restaurant. Dotted with real gold pillars in its interiors, world-class hand made carpets, uber crystal chandeliers and beautifully crafted tile designs- all of this allure the visitors to crave for more.

The hotel is built in the shape of an upright yacht, symbolising the ancient way of travelling and trade. Suites here are decorated with royalty next level. The atrium raises your brow with top and bottom view. The night beauty of Burj-Al-Arab will leave you in awe as it is all lit on the shore of Arabian Gulf. A stroll at one of the most pristine and beautiful beaches in Dubai, you will have prestigious neighbours like a wave-shaped hotel Jumeriah Beach Hotel and Burj-Al-Arab.

Sheikh Zayed Mosque, Abu Dhabi–

If you plan to land at Abu Dhabi International Airport, you will have many reasons to stay there and enjoy the emirate. The most blingy attraction here is undoubtedly the Sheikh Zayed Mosque. Washed in white marble with super fine craft in its interiors will be a soulful visit for you. UAE has a habit of creating world records. The mosque rolls out the world’s largest Iranian carpet beautiful enough to leave you awe-struck. The centre of this mesmerising structure glitters with Swarovski chandelier that leaves the shine of its crystals glowing at night. This attraction is a must-visit to witness the wonders of human skills and conversions of the ancient handicrafts. You must pay your visit to the library within the mosque. It holds eminent books on Islamic religion, science, arts, calligraphy, history of UAE and many such more.

Louvre, Abu Dhabi-

Another hot spot in this emirate that is worth admiring the engineering limits of raising a structure.Imperial artwork sourced from around the world is displayed here in the museum. The entire structure of the museum is erected by mind-bending architects and designers. A beautiful amalgamation of different cultures is witnessed here in the amazing artwork along with modern art, early history and contemporary sketching. Serene man-made water patches surrounding the museum act as cooler to the building as UAE temperature soar high in summers.

Jebel Jais, Ras-Al-Khaimah–

The highest mountain peak in the UAE is the Jebel Jais mountains. You can enjoy the mighty peaks on the world’s longest zipline in Ras-Al-Khaimah. The rouged hills spiking above the clouds gives trekkers and hikers an adventure of a lifetime. A one hour and 20 minutes drive from Dubai is all that it takes to reach this emirate. The drive itself is extremely thrilling. While you ride up the Jebel Jais, roads snaking their way to the top leave you breathtaking, giving you the feel of the Fast and Furious atmosphere. Recently, the roads have been developed to accommodate travelers driving their way to the mountains for adventure activities. Days are pleasant but nights are chilly here.

Sharjah Arts Museum, Sharjah–

This emirate has been christened by the UNESCO as the Cultural Capital of the UAE. The most significant museum in the UAE which is dedicated to Arts is the Sharjah Arts Museum. An hour drive from Dubai International Airport is worth for ancient and art lovers. Museums in the UAE are big and dense learning centres about Islamic Culture and religion. Prominent painters from the Arab world and outside have their artworks displayed here. The place hosts exhibitions throughout the year attracting a large number of art lovers.

Jebel Hafeet, Al Ain-

The second highest point in the UAE is Jebel Hafeet kisses two emirates- Abu Dhabi and Al Ain. Due to its proximity to the Hajar Mountains, it is majorly a part of the UAE. A day trip is highly recommended to this summit. You can take the trip from either Abu Dhabi or Al-Ain. Just touching the Omani borders, this place has awesome vistas to offer to its visitors. An hour drive is good to accommodate your travel plans. Abundant desert views await their spectators paired with winding roads towards the top of the cliff.

Sharjah Museum of Islamic Civilisation, Sharjah-

One of the finest museums and learning centres of the the UAE is the Sharjah Museum of Islamic Civilisation. Rare manuscripts, well layout exhibits of the Islamic empire in the early ages of Islam and religious documents excite history explorers to dig deep in the structure’s wealth. Situated in Sharjah, the building of the museum is quite spacious to accommodate visitors who wish to sit, relax and spend a good amount of time.

Al-Bidyah Mosque, Fujairah–

One of the country’s most important historical sites is the Bidyah Mosque. It is the oldest religious place for worship in the UAE. Standing since 1000 years, this mud structure was once a prominent place in the Islamic Golden era. The mosque is ell built in those time with proper ventilation systems and space to offer namaz. It is stationed in the small village and popularly known as ‘Ottoman Mosque’.

Burj Khalifa, Dubai–

The world record-holding structure is magnetic and majestic in personality. Hailing as one of the most prestigious addresses in the world, this structure has surpassed all engineering and architectural limitations. Spiking above the clouds hovering the blue skies of Dubai, the tower offers an Observation Deck for the curious eyeballs. You can view the spectacular borders of the country when the sand is down. Burj Khalifa is decorated with the Armani’s floaing on one of the floors of the tower. From its suites to its restaurants to its spas to its pools to its residential nests- this metal cone has gained fame and name multifold.

Beaches of the UAE–

This country is decorated with pristine beachline, giving the locals and visitors several options for entertainment. You should spend a day or two on the beaches of the UAE for adventurous activities and scenic views. You can see local out there for picnics, family outings, live events and concerts on the beautiful coastlines. Many four and five-star resorts have private beaches. So you have to carefully approach the blue waters to avoid breaching private spaces of patrons.

Deserts of the UAE–

Not only the water but the sand of the country has also hidden mysteries beneath itself. And at the same time, it offers high adrenaline sports o make your visit fun-filled. Desert safari’s, dune buggy rides, camping in the sand and enjoying ancint cuisine buffet are some things which should not be missed. Sunrises and sunsets in deserts are great story tellers. A hot air balloon ride can make your entire day.

Al-Bastakia Quarter, Dubai–

If you want space away from the city, Al-Bastakia will prove to be a heaven. High rugged mud walls with a small market of its own alongside restaurants and hotel accommodations- it’s an ancient city within a metropolitan city. Recently restored, the early days of the living style of UAE locals is experienced here. Coffee spots and calligraphy lessons are some of the gifts which can be taken away with pride.

Ferrari World, Abu Dhabi–

For car and speed lovers, this is a proven haven. Families and groups head to this spot to enjoy speedy fun-filled rides all tutored by Ferrari. For about 2 hours drive from Dubai, this place should not be missed. Booking of tickets in advance is recommended to avoid long queues.

Soak in Souks–

When in the UAE, souks are an excellent way to explore trade and commodities available in the country. Ancient style bricked wall alleys are ornated with local spices, local perfumes, attires, souvenirs and the list is too long to write. Just go and you will never regret it. The best way to approach souks in Dubai is through a Dhow Cruise. The most economic water taxi or water transport that will give you a good frame to learn the ways hoe earlier people use to travel and trade.

Your stay in the UAE on a 14 days UAE visit visa will be full of fun and frolic if design your itinerary keeping in mind the above hot spots.

Travel Safe.

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House Painting services in Carina Height

Remodeling a home can easily turn it around in terms of functionality as well as in esthetical value. Whether a family or individual chooses to go for the House Painting services in Carina Height in order to increase the real estate value of a home, property or simply to render the home into better conditions, there is no other way to make sure that the painting job is done better, than to simply engage in a professional company like RP Pro Painting which provides you the Professional painting services in Camp Hill to make you house look beautiful.

The exterior painting services on a house are meant to be quite tricky if tried by an individual that is not a professional. For instance, many things must be taken into consideration, such as the elevations, the quality of the finishing, and the manner in which the entire procedure is tackled because it can change the end result dramatically.

An exterior paint job requires more than just a coat of paint on certain surfaces. When older coats of paint are present, this must be taken into account as well as the types of paints that are used, the materials used to coat the house with paint, and much more. There are certain resources, however, that lead to a great paint job for an exterior, which an amateur would simply not be capable of knowing.

The same set of rules, regulations, and best practices can be applied to the interior painting jobs that one attempts. For instance, older coats of paint might need to be removed or in some cases, they need to be repaired. Whatever it might be, the job needs to be done by a professional who will provide a long lasting paint job.

As for the residential painting jobs that require a much more elaborate resource management, when, for instance, a new residential area has to be painted in the same style, the need for Professional painters in Carina, who can take the steps and extra organizational effort to see it fruition is absolutely necessary.

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Around the Twin Cities: Events you Can't Miss in March

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Around the Twin Cities: Events you Can't Miss in March

Even though it’s still cold out, there is never a shortage of things to do in the Twin Cities during the month of March! A.D. Hays challenges all of the area’s residents to embrace the Minnesota winter and enjoy the many events going on this month in and around the Twin Cities.

To make it easier, we’ve built this list to showcase events around the Twin Cities that we think are worth braving the cold. As a bonus, we added a few restaurants that we think pair well with the weather.

20th Annual Bedrace for Bridging

March 10

Buck Hill

Participation costs: $240 day of registration, $220 by March 7, (free for spectators)

Head to Buck Hill on Saturday, March 10, 2018, where teams of four race down Buck Hill atop queen-sized mattresses! Proceeds help local families and homeless individuals in need, with all registration fees, donations and funds raised by Bedrace teams directly support Bridging.

St. Patrick’s Day LuckyPalooza

March 10 –  March 17

Downtown St. Paul

Make Saint Paul, Minnesota your St. Patrick’s Day headquarters from March 10-17, 2018 as the city celebrates with LuckyPalooza on West 7th. Also, enjoy tent parties throughout the city, the 52nd annual parade, the Minnesota State High School Hockey Championship and the NCHC Frozen Faceoff. You’ll find things to do for the whole family throughout the entire city of Saint Paul.  Be sure to mark March 17 at noon for the 52nd annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade.

2018 Twin Cities Auto Show

March 10 – March 18

The Minneapolis Convention Center

Tickets: $6 – $12

The Twin Cities Auto Show is your chance to compare more than 600 vehicles from 36 foreign and domestic brands side by side – without driving all over town. You will see new models in every category, from compacts and family sedans to the latest in SUVs and luxury cars. Family fun is always part of the Twin Cities Auto Show and will bring out the kid in all of us. Attractions such as Camp Jeep, The Neighborhood, Crime-Fighting Cars and more are just a glimpse of the exciting and relaxing opportunities that await you!

Secrets of the Somm: Intro to Deductive Wine Tasting

March 14

This event takes you into the world of the sommelier, covering the numerous (and thus confusing) number of wine certification agencies in the world and their purpose. You’ll receive comprehensive suggestions on programs to pursue. We’ll discuss wine careers, both part-time and lifelong, and how you can take the next step in your wine journey. You’ll also learn about deductive tasting, which teaches you how to deconstruct a wine based on patterns covered during the event

The Wiz

Through March 18

Children’s Theatre Company

Tickets: $34 – $54

CTC and the Penumbra Theatre join forces to bring a little rock and roll to the Land of Oz. Lou Bellamy’s version of Dorothy’s journey is deeply rooted in African-American history and follows those ruby reds from Kansas to the Wiz’s Harlem palace.

Hot Dash 5k and 10-Mile Run

March 24

Boom Island Park

Participation Costs: $45 – $71

Preheat the oven and find your favorite flannel – the Hot Dash is back and better than ever. Run Minnesota’s premier spring running event and celebrate with a brand new hotdish recipe at our top 10 U.S. post-race beer garden event. This event offers 5K and 10-mile distance races that welcome all abilities. Celebrate the great state of Minnesota with high-quality gear, delicious hotdish, music, beverage and outdoor fun.

Cochon555

March 25

Loews Minneapolis Hotel

Tickets: $150 General Admission, $200 VIP

Cochon555, the nation’s most talked about premium food, wine and spirit celebration and live-event series, returns to Minneapolis at the Loews Minneapolis Hotel. With dozens of bites from iconic local chefs, boutique distillers and artisan winemakers, the event is akin to an epic tasting menu of heritage breed pork with endless beverage pairings. Each guest enjoys an all inclusive pass, imagine an elaborate 30-course, stand-up, super sustainable dinner featuring amazing beverages where you help pick the best foods and drinks.

Home Improvement & Design Expo – Woodbury

March 25

Bielenberg Sports Center

Tickets: $6 or free with food shelf donation

Don’t miss your opportunity to explore up to 150 exhibitors featuring the latest products, services and information to help turn your dream home into a reality. Start your next projects off to the right start, by talking with the experts to get free tips and renovation ideas. Meet builders, remodelers, landscapers, designers, painters, architects, interior designers and more. Even get help with your home décor.

Restaurants to Try this Month:

Octo Fish Bar: If you haven’t been to Lowertown St. Paul recently, make this your reason. WIth some of the freshest seafood in the city, James Beard award winning chef, Tim McKee incorporates global flavors into creative and dishes. We recommend the DIY Hamachi Collar Fish Tacos.

Lyn65: A cozy spot in Richfield, with innovative flavors and creative cocktails. The chef-driven restaurant features American classic with a creative twist. Local ingredients are a strong focus, so the menu rotates seasonally. We recommend the fried chicken, paired with the Tijuana Brass Smash- a refreshing, yet flavorful cocktail.

We love helping our neighbors find awesome things to do in the Twin Cities! We also love being the area’s preferred partner when it’s time to buy or sell a home in the Twin Cities. If you want an expert team on your side during the buying or selling process, we’re here for you – ready to solve your unique problems. Get in touch with us today to find out how we’ll help you meet your real estate goals.  

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Taboga o la Isla de las Flores, es una isla ubicada en el Pacífico panameño, en el conocido Golfo de Panamá. Ideal si se desea pasar un rato en la playa sin tener que ir al interior del país, pues su cercanía a la capital (20 Km de la Ciudad) permite realizar el paseo de ida y regreso en un día. De seguro pasaras un rato muy ameno, ya sea sólo o en compañía, disfrutarás de diferentes actividades; un ambiente colorido y tranquilo para escapar de la ciudad.

Historia

Su nombre proviene de un vocablo indígena, conocido como “Aboga” cuyo significado es  abundancia de peces. Inicialmente bautizada con el nombre de San Pedro, patrono de la Isla. Fue punto de partida y regreso para otras expediciones, como aquella liderada por Pizarro para la conquista de Perú. Grandes personalidades estuvieron de paso como Pedro Arias Dávila, Bartolomé de las Casas y el pintor Paul Gauguin, así como piratas y conquistadores en busca de oro, perlas y otras riquezas marinas.

La isla y sus actividades

Podrás disfrutar de dos playas principales la Restinga y playa Honda, no son playas muy amplias, pero en ellas podrás pasar un rato muy agradable. Al ser un pueblo bastante pequeño, en una visita de un día podrás recorrer sus calles a pie, donde podrás disfrutar de los colores de las casas, la iglesia, así como la magnífica vista que ofrece desde las alturas de sus playas y parte del océano.

Podrás realizar diferentes deportes acuáticos como snorkeling, pesca, stand up paddle y kayak, entre otros. Realizar expediciones a sus cerros Vigía o Tres Cruces. Acampar. Dar la vuelta a la isla en bote. Disfrutar del avistamiento de nidos protegidos de aves, delfines y ballenas (dependiendo de la época). Deleitarte con la gran variedad de flores y fauna presentes. Durante tu estancia en la playa de seguro podrás observar de cerca gran variedad de peces, mantarayas y aves (gaviotas y pelicanos).

Existen una gran variedad de restaurantes y puestos locales, donde podrás disfrutar desde comida criolla hasta comida china, ajustándose al presupuesto de cada uno.

Transporte

El punto de partida hacía la Isla es desde la Ciudad de Panamá a través de bote, hay dos compañías que ofrecen el servicio de transporte. Una es mediante Taboga Express Fast Ferry, el viaje dura 30 minutos aproximadamente y el costo es de 20.00 dólares para adultos. La otra opción es Barcos Calypsos, con ellos el viaje es aproximadamente una hora y el costo es de 15.00 dólares para adultos. Cabe destacar que durante el viaje podrás disfrutar del paso de los diferentes buques que transitan por el Canal de Panamá. Ambos servicios parten de diferentes puntos de la Calzada de Amador. Desde hace un tiempo es común que algunos dueños de yates ofrezcan el servicio de alquiler, ya sea para reuniones entre amigos o familiares, quienes pueden disfrutar a bordo de sus naves en las orillas de la playa de la isla.

Estancia

La isla cuenta con hoteles, hostales, casas de alquiler e incluso algunos habitantes alquilan cuartos en sus hogares. Diferentes precios y servicios de acuerdo a las necesidades de cada quién.

Consejos y datos

Se puede llevar mascotas. Se debe llevar efectivo ya que no cuentan con cajero automático y muy pocos negocios cuentan con sistema para tarjetas. No se debe llevar envases de vidrio, serán decomisados a la entrada de la isla por las autoridades. Lugareños ofrecen el servicio de alquiler de sillas, mesas y paraguas, aproximadamente en 10.00 dólares cada unidad; baños y regaderas en 0.50 centavos o 3.00 dólares por todo el día. En días festivos la isla suele abarrotarse, por lo que se deben tomar las precauciones para una agradable estancia. La seguridad es muy buena, hay presencia policial permanente así como salvavidas.

Taboga, Island of flowers.

Taboga or the island of flowers, is an island located in the Panamanian Pacific, in the well-known Gulf of Panama. Ideal if you want to spend some time on the beach without having to go very far, because its proximity to the capital (20 km from the city) allows to make the round trip in one day. You will surely spend a very pleasant time, either alone or in company, you will enjoy different activities. A colorful and quiet environment to escape from the city.

History

Its name comes from an indigenous word known as “Aboga” whose meaning is abundance of fish. Initially called San Pedro, like the patron of the Island. It was point of departure and return for other expeditions, like the one led by Pizarro for the conquest of Peru. Great personalities passed by the island like Pedro Arias Davila, Bartolome de las Casas and the painter Paul Gauguin, as well as pirates and conquerors in search of gold, pearls and other riches.

The Island and its activities

You are able to enjoy from two beaches, Restinga and Honda beach, these beaches are not very wide, but you can enjoy a very pleasant time. The towns is small too, that allows you to walk through its streets, where you can enjoy the colorful houses, the church, as well as the magnificent view from the heights of its beaches and part of the ocean. All this in just one day.

There are many aquatics sport to do like snorkeling, fishing, stand up paddle and kayak. Make expeditions to the hills Vigia or Tres Cruces. Camping. Sail around the island. Sighting of protected nests, dolphins and whales (depending on the season). Enjoy from a diversity of flora and fauna. In the beach you probably be able to swim in the company of a lots of fish and stingrays, as the seagulls and pelicans fly around.

There is many restaurants from local food to chines, adjusting to the budget of each one.

Transportation

Two companies offers transportarion service, Taboga Express Fast Ferry, with an estimated time of arriving of a half an hour and the cost its 20.00 bucks per adult. Another option is Barcos Calypso, with an estimated time of arriving of an hour for 15.00 bucks per adult. During the trip you can enjoy the transit of boats that go towards the Panama Canal. Both companies departh from the Calzada de Amador. It is very common for some yacht owners to offer the service of renting their ships for private parties.

Where to stay?

Hotels, hostels and house for rent are some of the options on the island. Differents budgets according with you necessities.

Tips

Pets are allowed. Cash is needed, there’s no ATMs or credit card service. Glass bottles are not allowed, there will be seized by the authorities. Locals rent tables, chairs and umbrellas on the beach for 10 bucks each one, they also rent bathrooms for 50 cents or 3 bucks the day (cost may vary). On festivities the island is crowded, so you may need to take some precautions for you´re stay. Is a very secure place, local police is always present as rescue personnel.

#Taboga una colorida isla por visitar en #Panamá /Taboga a colorful island to visit in #Panama English Taboga o la Isla de las Flores, es una isla ubicada en el Pacífico panameño, en el conocido Golfo de Panamá.

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