Global Beatles Day June 25, 2018

DIANE'S CORNER ... 

Celebrate Global Beatles Day

Blackbird singing in the dead of night
Take these broken wings and learn to fly
All your life
You were only waiting for this moment to arise

About Global Beatles Day

It was in the year 1960, on a foggy island found Nor-Norwest of Spain that music history changed forever.  Four young proto-gods came together to form what would be one of the most influential rock bands to ever come out of England, if not the entire world.  We’re speaking, of course, of the Beatles.  Paul McCartney, George Harrison, John Lennon, and Ringo Starr.  These four boys came together to change the world one song at a time.

While they started their career like most musical groups, playing cheap dive clubs all over their home town of Liverpool, their manager was an artisan of his craft and helped guide them to rise to their potential.  Their explosion in popularity came on the heels of their first hit song “Love Me Do”, and love them we did, it didn’t take long before the entire world was caught up in Beatlemania.

Global Beatles Day celebrates the huge influence they brought to the world, not just with their musical sounds, but with the values they professed and believed in. Throughout their entire career they promoted the idea that we could all live in a peaceful world, built on the ideas of truth, love, and reaching beyond the boundaries of current human consciousness. Through their music they instigated changes in the ways people express themselves, fashion trends, sex, art, and the embracing of the imagination.

Word of the Day

pucker
Definition:	(verb) To gather something into small wrinkles or folds.
Synonyms:	cockle, rumple, crumple, knit
Usage:	She puckered her lips and kissed him on the nose.

Idiom of the Day

a mixed picture  — A portrayal of a situation highlighting both positive and negative aspects of its nature or status.

History

Doctorate in Philosophy Awarded to a Woman for the First Time (1678)

Born to a noble Venetian family, Elena Cornaro Piscopia became the first woman to be awarded a doctorate in philosophy. A child prodigy, Piscopia went on to complete a brilliant course of study at the University of Padua. During her graduation ceremony, she spoke in classical Latin for an hour, explaining passages from Aristotle. She spent the next several years devoted to study and charity before dying of tuberculosis at age 38

Pierre Culliford, AKA Peyo (1928)

Born Pierre Culliford, Belgian comics artist Peyo is known for creating Les Schtroumpfs, better known to English speakers as The Smurfs. The little, blue characters debuted in a supporting role in Peyo's series Johan and Peewit and then began appearing on their own in 1959. Smurf merchandise, particularly figurines, along with animated films and television shows, helped their popularity soar, and the Smurfs became an international phenomenon.

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1580 - The Book of Concord was first published. The book is a collection of doctrinal standards of the Lutheran Church. 

1788 - Virginia ratified the U.S. Constitution and became the 10th state of the United States.

1867 - Lucien B. Smith patented the first barbed wire. 

1921 - Samuel Gompers was elected head of the AFL for the 40th time. 

1968 - Bobby Bonds (San Francisco Giants) hit a grand-slam home run in his first game with the Giants. He was the first player to debut with a grand-slam. 

1993 - Kim Campbell took office as Canada's first woman prime minister. She assumed power upon the resignation of Brian Mulroney. 


DAILY SQU-EEK

If You Were Born Today, June 25

You have an unusually strong, and to some, uncanny, sense of the needs or problems of others. You are an observer, and although very much a people lover, you frequently need your “space” in order to regroup. You often don’t speak about something until you’re quite certain you know what you’re going to say. Your intuition is outstanding – you need only learn to trust it. Famous people born today: 

1903 George Orwell [Eric Arthur Blair], Bihar, British writer (Animal Farm, 1984), born in Motihari, British India (d. 1950)

1942 Willis Reed, American NBA hall of fame MVP center/coach (NY Knicks), born in Hico, Louisiana

1961 Ricky Gervais, English actor and comedian(The Office), born in Reading, England

1963 George Michael [Georgios Kyriacos Panayiotou], English singer-songwriter and pop superstar (Wham!, I Want Your Sex), born in London, England (d. 2016)

READERS INFO

1.

ELEKTRA 2018

Jun 26 - Jul 1, 2018 | Montréal, QC

ELEKTRA is a world famous digital arts festival occurring annually in Montréal. Hosted by ACREQ (The Association for the Creation and Research of Electroacoustics of Québec), it is famous for showcasing some of the most innovative experiences in the festival world. Dedicated to staying at the pinnacle of technological innovation, the festival is a prime destination for anyone seeking a glimpse into the future of artistic and cultural development. ELEKTRA is a Montréal-based cultural initiative, presenting artists and digital artworks concerned with contemporary aesthetics in research and experimentation. The organization has also produced BIAN - the International Digital Arts Biennial - since 2012, all over the city.

further information: https://www.elektramontreal.ca/

2.

Jersey City Artist & Maker Market 2018

Jun 27, 2018 | Jersey City, NJ 

Grove Street PATH Plaza|135 Newark Ave

Shop directly from emerging artisans, vintage vendors, indie makers and established artists at Jersey City Artist & Maker Market. Find one-of-a-kind items and mix and mingle with the talented creators as you listen to live tunes and enjoy exquisite food and drinks.

further information: Jersey City NJ - May thru September - Artist & Maker Markets

3.

Quilt, Craft & Sewing Festival 2018

Jun 28-30, 2018 | Castle Rock, CO |

Douglas County Fairgrounds & Events Center|500 Fairgrounds Dr

Check out the Quilt, Craft & Sewing Festival for all things crafty! Festivalgoers in cities across the western US can browse, test and buy crafting tools from fabric to sewing machines and quilt frames to rotary cutters from a wide variety of sewing, quilting, needle-art and craft supply companies. The event also features free seminars and workshops for guests to hone their craft as well as daily prize drawings.

further information: Castle Rock Show | Sew, Quilt, Needlework, Craft, Expo & Festivals

Pictures of the day


Francine Jordi (b. 1977) is a Swiss pop singer. After winning the German Grand Prix der Volksmusik in 1998 with the song "Das Feuer der Sehnsucht", Jordi found success in Switzerland. In 2002, she represented Switzerland at the Eurovision Song Contestin Tallinn with a French language song "Dans le jardin de mon âme".

Minnesota

A lone paddler watches the sun set upon the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness.

knit

thanks, Emily

Simply Stockinette Tee pattern by Kaitlin Blasing

knit

thanks, Dawn

Spring Flowers Mug Cosy pattern by Rosie Bill

knit

Stack it Up Knit Afghan Pattern 

knit

Flore Dress

knit

Fiore Washcloth

crochet
thanks, Gabby

Puppy Beanbag Buddy Pattern

crochet
thanks, Clara

Crocheted top with bare back

Free crochet patterns by DROPS Design

crochet

Summertime Shopper

crochet

Learn How to Crochet a Cotton Dishcloth with This Step-by-Step Guide

crochet

Blossom Summer Tank

RECIPE, Paleo

thanks, Carol

Ham And Potato Egg Loaf

CROCKPOT RECIPE

thanks, Tina

Slow Cooker Balsamic Chicken

SWEETS

thanks, Shelley

Millionaire’s Shortbread Recipe

ADULT COLORING

CRAFTS

Colorful Yarn Macrame Plant holder

This bright colored macrame by Mollie Makes would be a bright addition to your family room or front porch. 

CHILDREN'S CORNER ... crafts

Arrange Skittles In A Framed Picture

Hot glue a fruity mix of skittles on to a piece of paper, and place on a 12 X 12 frame



PUZZLE

Carpet Black Gold Jigsaw Puzzle

WORD SEARCH

admire boon bulky cent coerce control crisp crowd

depict desire dwell effect exoteric foreshadow fraud maybe mercy

neat occupy office peers posture protect puff punished

rehearse reserve risky sane scheme site sting study

trod trunk untrue weapon world

SUDOKU ... hard

solution:

QUOTE

thanks, Cher

CLEVER

thanks, Heide

EYE OPENER

Tricks to Survive Hot Summer Nights (Without AC)

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Cool as a Cucumber—How to Beat the Heat 

1. Choose cotton.

Save the ooh-la-la satin, silk, or polyester sheets for cooler nights. Light-colored bed linens made of lightweight cotton (Egyptian or otherwise) are breathable and excellent for promoting ventilation and airflow in the bedroom.

2. Feel the freezer burn.

Stick sheets in the fridge or freezer for a few minutes before bed. We recommend placing them in a plastic bag first (unless eu de frozen pizza is your fave aromatherapy scent). Granted, this won’t keep you cool all night, but it will provide a brief respite from heat and humidity.

3. Get cold comfort.

Here’s a four-seasons tip for keeping utilities charges down: Buy a hot water bottle. In winter, fill it with boiling water for toasty toes without cranking the thermostat. During summer, stick it in the freezer to create a bed-friendly ice pack.

4. Be creative.

If you thought fans are just for blowing hot air around, think again! Point box fans out the windows so they push hot air out, and adjust ceiling fan settings so the blades run counter-clockwise, pulling hot air up and out instead of just twirling it around the room.

5. Sleep like an Egyptian.

If there seem to be a lot of Egyptian references in this list, it’s because those Nile-dwellers knew how to do it right. The so-called “Egyptian method” involves dampening a sheet or towel in cool water and using it as a blanket. We recommend laying the damp sheets on top of a dry towel to avoid soaking the mattress.

6. Get loose.

Less is definitely more when it comes to summertime jammies. Pick a loose, soft cotton shirt and shorts or underwear. Going full nudieduring a heat wave is (unsurprisingly) controversial. Some people believe it helps keep them cool, while others claim going au natural means sweat stays on the body instead of being wicked away by fabric. We’re going to chalk this one up to personal preference.

7. Go old-school.

Remember when refrigerators were iceboxes that contained actual blocks of ice? Us neither. This stay-cool trick is straight out of the icebox era, though. Make a DIY air conditioner by positioning a shallow pan or bowl (a roasting pan works nicely) full of ice in front of a fan. The breeze will pick up cold water from the ice’s surface as it melts, creating a cooling mist.

8. Create a cross-breeze.

In this case, hanging out in the cross-hairs is a good idea. Position a fan across from a window, so the wind from outside and the fan combine in a cooling cross-breeze. Feeling fancy? Go buck-wild and set up multiple fans throughout the room to make the airflow even more boisterous.

9. Pamper your pulses.

Need to cool down, stat? To chill out super-fast, apply ice packs or cold compresses to pulse points at the wrists, neck, elbows, groin, ankles, and behind the knees.

10. Get tech-y.

We can’t vouch for its effectiveness, but the chillow—a high-tech pad that stays cool through water circulation—seems like a genius idea.

11. Be a lone wolf.

Sorry lovebugs, but sleeping alone is way better than spooning for staying cool. Cuddling with a partner increases body heat, making the bed a sticky, sweaty pit of despair instead of a cool, calm oasis.

12. Release your inner Tarzan.

Feeling ambitious (or just really, really hot)? Rig up a hammock or set up a simple cot. Both types of beds are suspended on all sides, which increases airflow.

13. Fill up the tank.

Get a leg up on hydration by drinking a glass of water before bed. Tossing and turning and sweating at night can result in dehydration, so get some H20 in the tank beforehand. (Pro tip: Just eight ounces will do the trick, unless you’re really into those 3 a.m. bathroom runs.)

14. Cool off.

A cold shower takes on a whole new meaning come summertime. Rinsing off under a stream of tepid H20 brings down the core body temperature and rinses off sweat (ick) so you can hit the hay feeling cool and clean.

15. Get low.

Hot air rises, so set up your bed, hammock, or cot as close to the ground as possible to beat the heat. In a one-story home, that means hauling the mattress down from a sleeping loft or high bed and putting it on the floor. If you live in a multi-floor house or apartment, sleep on the ground floor or in the basement instead of an upper story.

16. Turn off the lights.

This tip is pretty self-explanatory. Light bulbs (even environmentally-friendly CFLs) give off heat. Fortunately, summer means it stays light until eight or nine at night. Take advantage of natural light as much as possible, and keep rooms cool after dark by using lights minimally or not at all (romantic candle-lit dinner, anyone?).

17. Hang out.

Cool down a whole room by hanging a wet sheet in front of an open window. The breeze blowing in will quickly bring down the room’s temperature.

18. Stay away from the stove.

Summer is not the time to whip up a piping hot casserole or roast chicken. Instead, chow down on cool, room-temperature dishes (salads are clutch) to avoid generating any more heat in the house. If hot food is in order, fire up the grill instead of turning on the oven. And swap big meals for smaller, lighter dinners that are easier to metabolize. The body produces more heat after you chow down on a huge steak than a platter of fruits, veggies, and legumes.

19. Encourage cold feet.

Those ten little piggies are pretty sensitive to temperature because there are lots of pulse points in the feet and ankles. Cool down the whole body by dunking (clean!) feet in cold water before hitting the hay. Better yet, keep a bucket of water near the bed and dip feet whenever you’re feeling hot throughout the night.

20. Unplug at night.

As in, literally disconnect electronics. Gadgets and other small appliances give off heat, even when turned off. Reduce total heat in the house (and save energy!) by keeping plugs out of sockets when the appliances are not in use.

21. Camp at home.

Got access to a safe outdoor space like a roof, courtyard, or backyard? Practice those camping skills (and stay cooler) by pitching a tent and sleeping al fresco.

22. Hog the bed.

Sleeping alone (see No. 11 above) has its perks, including plenty of space to stretch out. Snoozing in spread eagle position (i.e. with arms and legs not touching each other) is best for reducing body heat and letting air circulate around the body. Hit the hay in this sleep position to keep limbs from getting crazy sweaty.

23. Go rustic.

When temperatures soar, trade in that extra-comfy mattress for a minimalist straw or bamboo mat. These all-natural sleeping surfaces are less comfortable, but they don’t retain heat like a puffy, cloth-covered mattress.

24. Get creative with grains.

Rice and buckwheat aren’t just for eating! These cupboard staples can also keep you cool on hot nights. Stock up on buckwheat pillows, which don’t absorb heat like cotton and down. And for a cold compress on really hot nights, fill a sock with rice, tie it off, and stick it in the freezer for an hour or so. The compress will stay chilly for up to 30 minutes, definitely enough time to nod off.