| Sophisticated Country Living With Sweeping ViewsFri, 09 Jan 2009 18:38:18 -0800 by TourFactoryhttp://www.tourfacto ry.com/s449290/r_www .youtube.com INCREDIBLE NEW PRICE!! Located on over one acre in premier central Portola Valley, this beautifully updated home presents sophisticated country living, with a relaxed California lifestyle. The home's signature views of the tremendous rear grounds and distant western hills are immediately apparent upon entering, where floor-to-ceiling windows and sliding glass doors - all finished with plantation shutters and many set beneath angled transom windows - present the verdant surroundings at every turn. Stepping outside, a wrap around deck accessed from the main living areas has been thoughtfully designed with a railing of clear panels for unobstructed enjoyment year round. The homes three level floor plan of approximately 4,160 square feet, and approx. 1,378 square feet of deck area, revolves around the main level where extensive volcanic stone showcases two fireplaces and oak hardwood flooring stretches beneath beamed cathedral ceilings with operational skylights and fans for both improved ventilation and abundant natural light. With respect for energy conservation, motorized, European style exterior window shades assist with cooling the home and provide sun protection for the interior finishes. The upper level of the home is dedicated to a romantic master suite with private deck, while the lower level finds three additional bedrooms and a versatile room currently designed as a fitness salon. Completing the amenities for the quintessential California lifestyle are a wine cellar, spa deck off the fitness room, plus theater-quality built-in sound in the family room and master suite. Not to be overlooked are the expansive grounds completely surrounded by mature privacy trees bordering sun-swept expanses of lawn and a brick terrace that promises endless hours of relaxation or entertaining with family and friends. Beyond a seasonal creek with footbridge, a sheltered black-bottom pool unfolds in natural beauty with its cobblestone decking and perimeter of foliage for the ultimate in seclusion. Adding the finishing touch to this special property is its location close to town conveniences and to a major commute route accessing both Silicon Valley and San Francisco. Related: tourfactory tour449290 jim byrnes mba sres portola valley ca 94028 keller williams real estate virtual home tour | |
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| Megadeth - Holy warsFri, 09 Jan 2009 18:22:26 -0800 by Blazzer0999País de donde procede la banda: Estados Unidos (San Francisco/Los Ángeles - CaliforniaSubgénero: Thrash MetalLa letra:Brother will kill brotherSpilling blood across the landKilling for religionSomething I don't understandFools like me,who cross the seaAnd come to foreign landsAsk the sheep,for their beliefsDo you kill on God's command?A country that's dividedSurely will not standMy past erased,no more disgraceNo foolish naive standThe end is near,it's crystal clearPart of the master planDon't look now to IsraelIt might be your homelandsHoly warsUpon my podium,as theKnow it all scholarDown in my seat of judgementGavel's bang,uphold the lawUp on my soapbox,a leaderOut to change the worldDown in my pulpit as the hollerThan-thou-coul d-be-messenger of God Related: thrash metal heavy big four of | |
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| Mission Wall Dances (2002)Fri, 09 Jan 2009 18:12:09 -0800 by FlyawayDanceVideos"MISSION WALL DANCES(something there is that doesn't love a wall)"Premiered at 1849 Harrison Street at Alameda Street (between 14th and 15th Streets) September 14-22, 2002"I have been deeply fed by the artistic and social vibrancy of the Mission and cherish this opportunity to present work that embraces both the celebration and injury contained in this period of historical change. I hope "Mission Wall Dances" can serve as both a tribute to the endurance of local artists and a reminder of the harsh reality of displacement for many. I hope the mural we leave behind at the end of the shows will stand not just as a reminder of how the street was enlivened by dance and music, but also as a memorial to decades of dislocation and rebirth in the Mission."--- Jo KreiterJosef Norris, muralist for Flyaway's "Mission Wall Dances", is an illustrator and muralist. A self-taught artist, his work has been influenced by American Folk Art and primitive artists like Henri Rousseau and Faith Ringold. "Mission Wall Dances" captures his imagination because it blends together two rich artistic traditions which he loves - those of street performance and public art. He looks forward to working with a choreographer to bring both the fantastic and ordinary characters of his paintings to life. This project offers him a chance to work on a large scale and to blend his art in service of live music and dance. He looks forward to both formal and creative challenges of representing the diaspora of the current moment in his home city, and he hopes to bring color, honesty, vibrancy, and courage to this performance project. Related: mission wall dances jo kreiter san francisco josef norris nonprofit performing arts women flyaway productions aerial apparatus dance | |
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| The Dogs of Lodi Gardens, part 3 of 6: A Marin Humane Society Brown Bag TalkFri, 09 Jan 2009 18:05:49 -0800 by marinhumaneMya Shone, who visited India recently, discusses dogs in India. A safe haven exists in the center of New Delhi, India, amidst the tombs of the Mughal Sayyid and Lodi dynasties. Early in the morning, while people practice yoga and joggers make their way through the 100-acre Lodi Garden, dedicated people feed and tend to the veterinary needs of abandoned and feral dogs. The lives of these dogs provide a sharp contrast to the millions of dogs throughout India who depend upon scavenged garbage for their survival. Learn about the Marin Humane Society's efforts to protect animals, and upcoming events at MHS, at http://www.MarinHuma neSociety.org . Related: marin humane society india new delhi mumbai bombay kolkata calcutta stray street feral dog dogs pet pets animal animals spca marinij san francisco bay area novato california cats shelter rescue adopt mhs adoption nonprofit charity | |
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| AIDSLifecycle = 575 Miles, 7 days, 2,500 cyclist, 400 crewmembersFri, 09 Jan 2009 17:52:48 -0800 by ynottonycomFrom Chardonnay to cocaine to Shimano to Campagnolo.From Bianchi to Salsa to Soulcraft.From 1 mile to 127 miles to 575 miles to 6325 miles to well over 32, 725 miles by bike.From Start to Finish to Mike's Bikes to Sport Basement & American Cyclery.From 24hr Fitness to Gold's Gym to Club One.From my first yoga class, to a 2yr. Advanced Teacher Training Program at the Iyengar Yoga Institute, to becoming a yoga teacher and implementing Free Yoga Sunday's at Sports Basement.Question: "Who would have ever thought that I would become an athlete & a yogi?"Answer: "Not me."Check it out: http://ynottony1.blo gspot.com/2009/01/wh o-would-have-ever-th ought-that.html Related: yoga teacher yoga san francisco bike aids aidslifecycle aids lifecycle rides aids foundation | |
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| Outlook Video, Dec '08 4/4 - Jill MacAfee of Planned Parenthood, SF Dance-Along NutcrackerFri, 09 Jan 2009 17:30:06 -0800 by OutlookVideoBreanna Gilbert talks with Jill MacAfee, Director of Laboratory Services and Clinical Trials at Planned Parenthood Mar Monte. Breanna asks Jill about the continued importance of getting tested for HIV as well as the HIV research Planned Parenthood has been doing.Then, Raymond Donald Hong presents a reminder of the annual Dance-Along Nutcracker presented again this year by the San Francisco Lesbian/Gay Freedom Band. You'll see footage of past performances, which is always fun to watch. This year, Trauma Flintstone & Donna Sachet star in "Dance-Along Nutcracker: Bah Humbug!". The event has been a San Francisco tradition for more than 2 decades.For the closing credits, Kim Lawson gives us a short look at the Walk for AIDS - Silicon Valley, held this past October. Related: gay lesbian jill macafe planned parenthood hiv testing sf dance-along nutcracker | |
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| Meet KARA DioGuardi : The New AMERICAN IDOL judge ! | SEASON 8 | FOX TVFri, 09 Jan 2009 17:28:46 -0800 by SpinTellySinger/songwriter Kara DioGuardi talks about herself ! |AMERICAN IDOL JUDGEKara Elizabeth DioGuardi (born December 9, 1970) is an American songwriter, record producer, and singer who has contributed to a long list of internationally successful popular songs. She writes music in the light pop-rock genre. She will be a judge on the eighth season of American Idol. DioGuardi has worked with Celine Dion, David Archuleta, Kelly Clarkson, Carrie Underwood, and Paula Abdul, American Idol's other female judge.In 2003, DioGuardi won a BMI Cable Award for cowriting and performing, Somethin' To Say, the theme to the now-cancelled Lifetime Television series For the People, which starred Lea Thompson, Debbi Morgan, A. Martinez and Cecilia Suarez. In 2007, she was named BMI's "Pop Songwriter of the Year" for 2006, as she had accumulated 10 BMI awards in the previous four years for having written the "most performed songs on the radio". To date, she has had over 46 albums in the Top 10 on Billboard magazine's 200 album chart. Her songs are on various hit albums that have altogether sold over 100 million copies.In 2007, DioGuardi was nominated for a Latin Grammy in the category of Best Song for her writing on the Belinda single, "Bella Tracion" along with co-writers Belinda, Mitch Allan, Ben Moody and Nacho Peregrin. In November of 2007, Kara was awarded the TAXI A&R award for Humanitarian of the Year at their annual Road Rally ConventionDioGuardi co-owns Arthouse Entertainment, a publishing company that is a resource business for record companies and other music entities seeking compositions, productions, artists, and related music services. Arthouse has been a part of many chart-topping hits including Cassie's "Me & U" (written and produced by Ryan Leslie), Jim Jones' "We Fly High" (written and produced by Zukhan Bey), Nick Lachey's "What's Left of Me", David Archuleta's hit single "Crush" (written and produced by Eman Kiriakou), Mika's "Grace Kelly" and also OneRepublic's "Apologize" and "Stop and Stare" (all produced by Greg Wells), and Faith Hill's "Lost" (written and produced by Kara DioGuardi and Mitch Allan).DioGuardi continues to work with the Phoenix House, a non-profit substance abuse service organization. She contributes to recording studios in the facilities and helps teach the teens how to operate the equipment. (www.phoenixhouse.or g)In July 2006, DioGuardi was a judge in an "Idol"-like show called "The One: Making a Music Star." The show debuted on ABC with the second-lowest rating ever for a premiere on a major American network and was abruptly canceled after just two weeks.She will join the hit FOX television show American Idol as a fourth judge starting in the show's 8th season (January 2009). In 2000, DioGuardi co-wrote (with fellow Idol judge Paula Abdul) the UK number-one single "Spinning Around", performed by Kylie Minogue. She has written many songs sung by Idol winners and alumni such as Kelly Clarkson, David Archuleta, Carrie Underwood, and Katharine McPhee. When asked how she will do as a judge, Dave Stewart said: "I think it's gonna be good, because Kara has always been dealing with artists who are just starting out, or young artists. And she's an amazing singer, so she can tell straightaway if somebody's got it."http://wikipedia .org/wiki/Kara_DioGu ardi Related: american idol audition season eight tv television x-factor talent show city cities auditions kara dioguardi david cook carrie underwood kelly clarkson ryan seacrest paula abdul east rutherford tryout bad good singing singer sing singers tryouts simon cowell randy jackson fox 2008 2009 san francisco louisville phoenix salt lake juan puerto rico kansas jacksonville | |
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| The Dogs of Lodi Gardens, part 6 of 6: A Marin Humane Society Brown Bag TalkFri, 09 Jan 2009 16:51:46 -0800 by marinhumaneMya Shone, who visited India recently, discusses dogs in India. A safe haven exists in the center of New Delhi, India, amidst the tombs of the Mughal Sayyid and Lodi dynasties. Early in the morning, while people practice yoga and joggers make their way through the 100-acre Lodi Garden, dedicated people feed and tend to the veterinary needs of abandoned and feral dogs. The lives of these dogs provide a sharp contrast to the millions of dogs throughout India who depend upon scavenged garbage for their survival. Learn about the Marin Humane Society's efforts to protect animals, and upcoming events at MHS, at http://www.MarinHuma neSociety.org . Related: marin humane society india new delhi mumbai bombay kolkata calcutta stray street feral dog dogs pet pets animal animals spca marinij san francisco bay area novato california cats shelter rescue adopt mhs adoption nonprofit charity | |
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