Re: [UC] Boy Scouts recruiting for new members as the new School-year begins

[Dan Widyono]

Greetings Frank,

That's a very large leap and assumption of the motives of any parent who
enrolls their child, although I'm aware of the source of your concern.  I
myself am displeased with the BSA's continuing stance against openly
supporting homosexuals as a first-class part of our society.  However, I do
not begrudge those who are seeking to enrich all the other areas of their
boys' lives through a mostly healthy and social-outreach oriented group.

Perhaps when they finally accept as part of their "list of official
religions" any religion which openly promotes acceptance of homosexuals and
actively campaigns against groups which discriminate on this basis, will I
feel better about enrolling my son.  Only then will he also feel that our
religion is not worse, or wrong, or not accepted by another group that he
admires.

Even now, though, I do applaud all the positive work that they accomplish.

Dan W.


On Thu, Sep 02, 2010 at 07:35:30PM +, poo...@aol.com wrote:
>I recommend that if you want to promote bigotry and homophobia then by all
>means join the boy scouts!
>Frank Sarlo
> 
>Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry
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>Date: Thu, 2 Sep 2010 18:25:51 GMT
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>ReplyTo: "campio...@juno.com" 
>Subject: [UC] Boy Scouts recruiting for new members as the new School-year
>begins
> 
>I noticed signs are posted to recruit Boy Scouts and thought I'd volunteer
>that my experiences with the program at St. Francis de Sales were mostly
>wonderful.  I recommend that parents investigate and consider enrolling
>their sons.  The link provided was [1]www.BeAScout.org
> 
>The De Sales Scouts meet as follows:
>Cub Pack 352 on Fridays from 7 PM-8:30 PM
>Boy Troop 152 on Wednesdays from 7 PM-8:30 PM
>Show up a few minutes early to meet leaders, introduce your kid and sample
>a meeting.
>De Sales troops have been culturally, ethnically, racially and religiously
>diverse.  The boys have benefited from experience of inter-dependence
>and finding common ground.
> 
>Cub Scouting is for boys in the first through fifth grades, or (ages 7-10
>if home-schooled).
>Each Boy must join with an adult who will attend meetings and activities
>and share leadership responsibilities.  Cubbing strengthens family
>relationships, introduces boys to a community beyond school, and helps
>build character, citizenship training, fitness and life skills.
> 
>Boy Scouting is for boys who are 11-18, (or at least 10 and completed
>fifth grade or earned the Arrow of Light Award). 
>Boys experience vigorous outdoor activities, including 4-season camping. 
>They rotate peer leadership responsibilities. They pursue merit badges in
>the process developing skills and acquiring experiences that range from
>using tools to planning trips and agendas, to chairing meetings.  In past
>years the scouts of St. Francis de Sales have enjoyed outdoor activities
>including Biking, Climbing, Geo-caching, Hiking, and Scuba-Diving,
>Swimming. Scouts also team up to help Eagle Candidates complete projects
>that serve our community.  In recent years this included building and
>stocking a Library for homeless families, promoting recycling, converting
>a littered lot into a beautiful community garden, running an inclusive
>public Halloween event and creating an incentive program for children with
>Diabetes.
> 
>Venturing is coed, for high School kids and teens, (13-19). I am not sure
>if SFDS still has an active Venture troop.  But I know some local girls
>who had some remarkable adventures (including learning to juggle and
>unicycle, camping, swimming, etc.) as recent members.  If not still
>active, I hope parents with kids who can benefit from this program will
>organize to reactivate it.  The Venture program encourages positive
>experiences through exciting and meaningful youth-run activities and
>adventures.  It helps teens pursue their special interests, grow by
>teaching others, and develop leadership skills.
> 
>Volunteering with the Boy Scouts of America is an opportunity to help kids
>and work toward a better future families and the community.
>Scouting volunteers come from a variety of backgrounds and experiences,
>and include young adults, through housewives, construction workers and
>folks with Ph.D.s.
>Scouting experience is useful but not critical.
>Often, Volunteers start as Cub parents and continue as Scout Leaders.
>For many leaders the opportunities to camp at beautiful sites, learn new
>skills and build lifelong friendships while having fun, is almost as
>meaningful as the good they do for their own kids and the other childre

Re: [UC] recycling acceptables

[Dan Widyono]

Boy, I am slow this morning.  I didn't see the slew of responses which I just
repeated.

"whoops"

Sorry,
Dan W.

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Re: [UC] recycling acceptables

[Dan Widyono]

Not being an expert, I googled for philadelphia recycling and got to our
government's page on single stream acceptables:

http://64.78.36.115/res_singlestream.asp

Bottom line, typically not pizza boxes because they're typically "soiled"
with grease.  No milk or juice cartons because they're typically "soiled" and
lined.  Yes glass.  No styrofoam.  Take plastic bags to your local chain
grocery store or IKEA where they accept them for recycling.

Dan W.



Metal:
Tin and aluminum cans, empty aerosol cans, empty paint cans

Glass:
Jars and bottles

Mixed Paper:
Newspaper, magazines, mail (junk and personal), phone books, food boxes
(remove plastic liner), computer paper, flyers, wrapping paper (no foil or
plastic wrap), soda and beer cartons (no food-soiled paper, please!)

Plastic Containers:
Recycle #1 and #2 plastics ONLY (mostly beverage and detergent
containers). These containers have narrow necks and wider bottoms. Check the
underside of each container for the number 1 or 2. All container lids are
recyclable and best if removed from containers.

Cardboard:
Empty and flattened




On Wed, Oct 21, 2009 at 09:19:01AM -0400, Cindy Miller wrote:
>Can I ask that one of our resident recycling experts list what is
>acceptable in our weekly re-cycling bins? Pizza boxes? milk cartons?
> plastic bags? styrofoam? glass?
>I ask this b/c I saw a sign on a private recycling dumpster that
>listed what could be put in, and it made me wonder if I have been
>including "prohibited" items in our curbside recycling. (what happens
>then, anyway?)
> 
>-cm
> 
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[UC] New hours for 40th and Walnut Free Library

[Dan Widyono]

In case you didn't yet know...

I just discovered upon passing by yesterday and this morning that the Free
Library at 40th and Walnut began new hours as of yesterday.

Monday: closed
Tuesday: 12p-8p
Wednesday: 12p-8p
Thursday: 10a-5p
Friday: 10a-5p
Saturday: 10a-5p
Sunday: closed

Cheers,
Dan W.

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Re: [UC] Pennsylvania Budget Woes

[Dan Widyono]

Good questions.  I defer to others who understand more about university
administration, funding, etc.  I do not extend any of my reasoning to the
rest of the groups you mentioned.

My view of a church is of course clouded by my particular faith community's
methodology (although I believe based on interactions that many other faith
communities in the area operate on much the same principles when it comes to
community building).  Your Mileage May Vary.

Dan W.


On Mon, Oct 05, 2009 at 09:04:21AM -0400, Vincent/Roger wrote:
> Dan, not sure I agree with all of this, but ...what about a private 
> university?  Sure they provide outreach, but we provide countless donations 
> to groups (sometimes in kind, sometimes in cash, sometimes in food) as 
> well. Plus they charge hefty tuition fees.

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Re: [UC] Pennsylvania Budget Woes

[Dan Widyono]

As a point for discussion, a church's "business" is to care for the
community.  It does so primarily through outreach and service.  As a church
it does these voluntarily (without requiring payment from the customers of
such services or products).  The customers who "pay" a church are the
congregation of said church, which are not required to join or remain with
the church.  The congregation *is* the church.

A cafe, as an example, provides a service and product for a fee.

To me that is the essential difference.  I'm sure there are more, but for the
purpose of this particular question, I see that as being a difference as to
how a church provides a public service in a different way from a cafe.

Yours in community,
Dan W.

On Sun, Oct 04, 2009 at 11:15:33PM -0400, Vincent/Roger wrote:
>This may be a sacrilige, but I think that as long as we have sales and
>property taxes, then why shouldn't every operation have to pay them?  [For
>example, schools, universities, churches.]   Granting exemptions to these
>groups skews the real cost of these organizations.  I guess most of them
>do perform a real public service, but then so do cafes, to name just one
>example (chosen at random). 
>Just sayin' 
>Roger

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Re: [UC] New Korean/Japanese restaurant 44th & Spruce

[Dan Widyono]

Brief amateur review of our Wednesday dinner at Tampopo:

There wasn't a good selection of beverages (it would be nice to have more,
and less expensive, choices in stock), but it's BYOB, so do so!  Ask up front
for tap water.

They have interesting seating options; small individual-size "benches" (no
back-rests) instead of chairs, and one long booth-style bench along two
walls.  Several small 2-person tables that can be easily arranged (albeit
accompanied by painful screeching noise... they could use felt feet) to suit
larger parties.

I always used to get bi-bim-bob w/egg and beef, so that's what I got this
time, since I'm a creature of habit.  It was just as good as I'd remembered
from Tampopo 1, which is to say, it tasted really good!  My son gives it two
thumbs up as well; he got the steamed dumplings and chicken bowl and ate it
all up!

However, they could improve on the timing of multiple orders to the same
table.  My dish was lukewarm whereas that of my dining partner was hot, and
they were delivered simultaneously.  The two childrens' dishes were delivered
several minutes later even though they had ordered earlier, perhaps due to
the combination of food they chose.

We were provided with plastic-ware, paper napkins, and wooden chopsticks, and
put away our own trays (recycling, garbage, tray, dishes need to be
separated).

It's been really busy the nights I've walked by (as well as tonight when I
actually ate there).  There was no sound system (yet?) so it wasn't noisy,
even though there were several people there; that in itself is a major draw
for me!!!

The staff was friendly and helpful, and the preparation area is partially
viewable.

Given the University population, I do hope they'll be able and willing to
stay open later than 9:30pm (maybe Friday and Saturday) to draw in more of
the late-night crowd, maybe during the Fall and Spring semesters.

$ to $$

Summary: it's a quality take-out place, but this location expanded to have
more seating available.  I like having the option to sit in comfortably.


Dan W. (disclaimer: no connection, just nice owner and nice restaurant)



On Sat, Jul 18, 2009 at 01:14:54PM -0400, Dan Widyono wrote:
> Just opened yesterday!  Right next to Local 44.
> 
> http://tampoporestaurant.com/
> 
> I've eaten several times at their first location; always enjoyed their food.
> BYOB, delivery (min. $20), bring your own bowl and save 50 cents.
> 
> Dan W.
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[UC] New Korean/Japanese restaurant 44th & Spruce

[Dan Widyono]

Just opened yesterday!  Right next to Local 44.

http://tampoporestaurant.com/

I've eaten several times at their first location; always enjoyed their food.
BYOB, delivery (min. $20), bring your own bowl and save 50 cents.

Dan W.

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[UC] TONIGHT (Friday, March 6): Holly Near in Concert

[Dan Widyono]

Hey all,

Holly Near will be performing on Friday March 6th, 2009 at 8PM in the First
Unitarian Church at 2125 Chestnut St.  A couple of sample video clips are on
this page:

http://www.philauu.org/index.php/holly-near-concert

Holly Near is a unique combination of entertainer, teacher and activist. An
immense vocal talent, Near's career as a singer has been profoundly defined
by an unwillingness to separate her passion for music from her passion for
human dignity. She is a skilled performer and an outspoken ambassador for
peace who brings to the stage an integration of world consciousness,
spiritual discovery, and theatricality.

Tickets can be purchased on-line (just follow the above link).  If you would
like to arrange to purchase tickets some other way, off-line, please contact
the church office at 215-563-3980.

When you purchase tickets, your name will be added to our "Will-Call List"
which will be at our box office. To claim your tickets the night of the show,
simply present a valid ID and the credit card used to purchase the tickets
on-line (or if you prefer, you can bring along a print-out of the
transaction's confirmation page).

Dan W.



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[UC] Holly Near in Concert March 6th, 2009

[Dan Widyono]

Hey all,

Holly Near will be performing on Friday March 6th, 2009 at 8PM in the First
Unitarian Church at 2125 Chestnut St.  A couple of sample video clips are on
this page:

http://www.philauu.org/index.php/holly-near-concert

Tickets can be purchased on-line (just follow the above link).  If you would
like to arrange to purchase tickets some other way, off-line, please contact
the church office at 215-563-3980.

Dan W.



Holly Near presented the 2004 Ware Lecture for the Unitarian Universalist
General Assembly in Long Beach, California; delivered the keynote address for
Women Change America, a conference presented by the National Women's History
Project at Smith College; spoke to participants at HerbFest in Iowa and the
Bioneers Conference in California; and led a Martin Luther King Day
celebration in Northern California. She participated and performed at the
March For Women's Lives in Washington, DC and at the Stop The War
demonstration in New York, NY before the US invasion into Iraq.

Holly Near is a unique combination of entertainer, teacher and activist. An
immense vocal talent, Near's career as a singer has been profoundly defined
by an unwillingness to separate her passion for music from her passion for
human dignity. She is a skilled performer and an outspoken ambassador for
peace who brings to the stage an integration of world consciousness,
spiritual discovery, and theatricality.


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Re: [UC] Antenna? We love the Digital box

[Dan Widyono]

You just side-stepped my whole point that it's not always about authorities.

Giggling along to the "silly"-ness on the mailing list,
Dan W.

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Re: [UC] Antenna? We love the Digital box

[Dan Widyono]

Privacy isn't always about authorities.  It's also about keeping your
snooping neighbors from knowing everything about you, for example.  Another
example of privacy that doesn't involve authorities, is that bad guys should
not have easy access to identifying information about myself.

A more fitting example for this discussion is that I don't want marketers to
pigeon-hole me using data they're collecting from the set-top box, thus
potentially altering the input I receive (via TV, internet, etc.) in a manner
that I can't easily control; i.e. I'd like to manage my environment, and so
do marketers.

Dan W.

> I think I know the problem here. You're presuming that, if you watch 
> something 'wrong,' that the authorities will come after you.

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[UC] locals hit mainstream geekdom

[Dan Widyono]

Slashdot is one of the larger online IT geek circles.  This blog item:

http://tech.slashdot.org/tech/08/05/01/2317205.shtml

points to this article:

http://www.popularmechanics.com/automotive/new_cars/4261425.html?series=19

"Could a bunch of teenagers in an after-school class really build the first
mainstream plug-in hybrid not coming out of Detroit? Don't put it past Simon
Hauger's mechanical engineering students at West Philadelphia High School ---
they've already won the Tour de Sol with an up-converted electric Saturn
and the biodiesel Attack convertible pictured above."

Dan W.

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[UC] FYI: Bob Edgars at First Unitarian Church This Sunday

[Dan Widyono]

Two events.  11am service with special guest Bob Edgar.  2pm public forum as
well.

Cheers and don't forget to register, especially if you wish to affect the
Pennsylvania Democratic Primary!

Dan W.



   Bob Edgar, Common Cause President

   to Speak at Forum March 9

Bob Edgars, president and CEO of Common Cause (America's largest citizen
advocacy group) will be giving a topical sermon and speaking at a free public
forum after service. Here's how Common Cause are advertising this exciting
day...

Election news is focused now on the national candidates vying for party
nominations. But there also is a critical need for ongoing accountability of
officials after the elections and when the spotlight has dimmed. Openness in
government, in elections, the importance of diverse media and what ordinary
citizens can do will be addressed at a public forum on Sunday March 9, at 2
p.m.  at First Unitarian Church, 2125 Chestnut St., Philadelphia.

   The First Unitarian Church of Philadelphia and Common Cause/Pennsylvania
   will co-sponsor the free forum featuring Bob Edgar, president and CEO of
   Common Cause, one of the nation's oldest and largest citizen advocacy
   organizations. Barry Kauffman, executive director of Common Cause
   Pennsylvania (CC/PA) will talk about the aggressive campaign that is being
   waged in our state to open up government.

   With over 12,000 members and affiliates, CC/PA currently is tackling three
   foundational government reforms -- Open Records, Campaign Financing and
   Redistricting --that affect the outcomes of all other hot-button issues
   about which Pennsylvanians are concerned.

   Common Cause is a nonpartisan government watchdog organization with a
   national network of citizen activists fighting to ensure that powerful
   institutions in society--including government, corporations, and the news
   media--serve the public interest, not narrow special interests.

   John Gardner, the founder of Common Cause, once said "The things that
   UNITE us as a people are more important than the things that divide us. No
   particular interest group can prosper for long if the NATION is
   disintegrating."

   "Could there be a more important time in U.S. history to pay attention to
   these words?" said Rev. Nate Walker, First Unitarian Church minister.

   Bob Edgar is well known to Philadelphians, having been born and raised in
   the Philadelphia area, served as protestant chaplain at Drexel University,
   elected as a Democratic Congressman from Republican-dominated Delaware
   County in an amazing election in 1974. He served until 1987. He has
   managed to combine religion, politics, public service and national
   leadership in unique ways. He has been president of Claremont School of
   Theology in California, and General Secretary of the National Council of
   Churches.

   At the 11 a.m. First Unitarian Church morning service March 9, Bob Edgar,
   an ordained Methodist minister, will give the sermon on the topic of
   "Religion and Politics: Can they be partners for the public good?"

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Re: [UC] Disposing CFL light bulbs

[Dan Widyono]

Ikea (Southeast Philadelphia, for example) has collection bins for recycling
bulbs, as well as other items (I can only recall plastic bags).

Best,
Dan W.

On Tue, Feb 05, 2008 at 08:03:22PM -0500, Steve and Mimi wrote:
>Where can one get rid of used CFL energy efficient light bulbs?  Because
>these bulbs contain mercury, putting them out with regular trash is not
>optimal.
> 
>Thanks for your good advice!
> 
>Best,
>R. Mimi Iijima
> 
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Re: [UC] About Martin Luther King Day

[Dan Widyono]

Good point: this day is indeed more than just about community service.  My
query was instigated by my son's idea (he's six) to do something of service
today.

We attended church yesterday to discuss the reasoning behind celebrating
Dr. King's legacy.  I hope, along with you, that people don't think community
service is the only reason for this day's being a holiday, but this is what
my family is doing this year on this day (not just this day, of course, but
because it's a federal holiday, we both have the day off from the standard
"requirements" of school and work).

I talk about racial injustice many times with my son, along with other kinds
of injustice (e.g. when we walk by the Womens Way murals on I think 21st
Street on the way to the Franklin Institute, I talk to him about why there's
a Womens Way and not a Mens Way).  It's what I've come to learn and honor in
my church as it's brought up many times there throughout the year.  It's
inevitable for it to be at the forefront of our attention given that we live
in Philadelphia (with such a strong diversity of races, among other social
differences: class, sexual preference, creed, etc.).

On Mon, Jan 21, 2008 at 08:05:29AM -0500, Wilma de Soto wrote:
> This is a serious day for me.  Not a day of service.

I confess I don't fully understand how you don't equate giving community
service to "serious".  I assume you aren't disassociating my particular
inquiry to the list with a lack of seriousness, but rather clarifying your
stance on labor rights as opposed to larger community service.  If that's not
quite accurate, I'd appreciate a chance to better understand what you meant.

Since there isn't much that's formally/officially organized here (thanks
Anthony and Andrew -- given the bitter cold it does seem wisest to do
something indoors, for my son's sake), I'm taking my son to the Constitution
Center where we can learn more about Dr. King's legacy in connection with
this country's history.

> It has become that because powerful people wish to sweep under the rug the
> true reason Dr, King was assassinated, and that was because he strove for
> blacks to be treated equally under the law.

Wilma, I'm interested in what you have in mind regarding bringing renewed
awareness to the people of our extended neighborhood?  It sounds like that
would be a good topic for today!

Me, I'm making sure the more generally applicable reasons and ideas behind
Dr. King's struggle don't die; currently I do this by speaking to the younger
generation and making sure they understand what's so important about racial
justice, understanding class inequities, tolerance of differing family
lifestyles, respecting other's religious beliefs, and other aspects which
would make life better and more just for more people.

Thanks for your awareness-raising post, and may all of Dr. King's dream
continue to grow true.

With kind and sincere regards,
Dan Widyono



P.S.  Interesting tidbit regarding service on MLK, Jr. Day from Wikipedia:

"The national Martin Luther King Day of Service was started by former
Pennsylvania U.S. Senator Harris Wofford and Atlanta Congressman John Lewis,
who co-authored the King Holiday and Service Act. The federal legislation
challenges Americans to transform the King Holiday into a day of citizen
action through volunteer service in honor of Dr. King. The federal
legislation was signed into law by President Bill Clinton on August 23,
1994. Since 1996, the annual Greater Philadelphia King Day of Service has
been the largest event in the nation honoring Dr. King.[9]"

[9]: http://www.mlkdayofservice.org/

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[UC] MLK Jr projects in clark park

[Dan Widyono]

Does anyone have up to date info on family-friendly service projects in Clark
Park on MLK Day?

Dan W.

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[UC] Kindergarten Registration for PAS

[Dan Widyono]

If someone already posted this (my archive search for "kindergarten" did not
show any evidence), then think of it as a reminder, otherwise enjoy it for
the first time!


Kindergarten Registration: January 28th and 29th, 8:00am - 11:00am
"Enter through the front door.  Your child must be 5 years old on or before
September 1, 2008."

"Please bring the following: Birth Certificate; Up-to-Date Immunization
Records; Proof of Residence in Parent/Guardian's Name as follows: Gas Bill,
Electric Bill, PA Driver's License, PA Vehicle Registration, Pay Stub"

This is in no way official; I just recall when someone posted this two years
ago it made all the difference for us (more importantly, someone had posted
the *change* in the registration date on this list).  I've typed this in
verbatim from the PAS calendar of events flyer.  Any typos are my fault, but
I strongly recommend that you confirm all the above with the school office
for accuracy.

Regards,
Dan W.

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Re: [UC] Bus Person at Abbraccio P/T

[Dan Widyono]

> We are looking for a "bus person" (formerly known as "bus boy")

Ouch.  What a restrictive requirement.

Dan W.

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[UC] Re: [Ucneighbors] Die cast models of cars?

[Dan Widyono]

On Mon, Dec 17, 2007 at 09:46:40PM -0500, Ross Bender wrote:
>I beg your pardon?

Beg all you want, I won't pardon you, guvnor!

One can find die cast cars at Berkley & Jensen's (best known as BJ's, at
23rd and Oregon).

I even saw a mini-cooper model once while shopping there, and thought to ask
the PhillyCarShare folks to paint their insignia on it...

Dan W.

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[UC] Re: [Ucneighbors] Die cast models of cars?

[Dan Widyono]

BJ's.

Dan W.

On Mon, Dec 17, 2007 at 02:14:07PM -0500, John Ellingsworth wrote:
> Sorry for the obtuse topic, but I was wondering if anyone knew of a 
> store that sold die cast models of cars?
> 
> Thanks for any leads; feel free to reply off list.
> 
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Re: [UC] Parade?? and Halloween stores

[Dan Widyono]

Ah, sorry, I must have been remembering KMart then.  Bonus: you can get there
via public transit.  Although, if you're still looking for ears by the time
you read this, it's too late :/

Dan W.

On Wed, Oct 31, 2007 at 12:53:02PM -0400, Jim Cummings wrote:
> I went to the target on City Line yesterday. They hardly had anything
> in terms of costumes.

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[UC] Parade?? and Halloween stores

[Dan Widyono]

I heard from another parent 4:30 in clark park.  Look for the large throng of
children and parents.  If you miss the start, run through the nearby streets
looking for the large throng of children and parents.

As for the halloween store, I don't know what "nearby" means since the poster
mentioned south street, but there's the big halloween store on Delaware
Ave. in South Philly.  And of course KMart downtown and Walmart on Del Ave
and BJ's on Oregon, and I'm sure a bunch of others out Baltimore way
(Target).

Dan W.

On Wed, Oct 31, 2007 at 10:39:00AM -0500, bob rathmann wrote:
> Is the Holaween parade today?  What time and where does it start?  If 
> we miss it Oscar will never forgive us.

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Re: [UC] Re: [UC-Announce] Bark in the Park

[Dan Widyono]

On Mon, Oct 01, 2007 at 08:34:27PM -0400, Wilma de Soto wrote:
> Oh, YEAH??
> 
> If I say "Excuse me", cats must move.
> 
> In my house we adhere to species rank!

I think cats were on the earth first...

;)

I have yet to get a cat to move out of my way when they're ensconced in the
direct path of foot traffic.  *sigh*

Dan W.

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Re: [UC] Re: [UC-Announce] Bark in the Park

[Dan Widyono]

Dogs need to be invited.  Cats neither need, nor wait for, invitations.

Dan W.

On Mon, Oct 01, 2007 at 02:15:57PM -0400, Susan Jacobson wrote:
> As always, Elmo the Cat and Yang Guo the Cat demand to know why this event 
> is so speciest and why there is no Purr in the Park???

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Re: [UC] Belgian Blocks on Chester Ave

[Dan Widyono]

> Al's right There's no reason to force cars to slow down on Chester Avenue.
> 
> It's not as if people are bringing children or dogs between two sections 
> of a _heavily-used urban park_ or anything.

I can see Al's concerns and your concerns as orthogonal, even though they
both involve the belgian blocks to a degree.  

The quote you included from Al mentioned nothing about forcing cars to slow
down.  You might wish to begin your argument with "I believe belgian blocks
help to slow down traffic, which is a cause for concern among many parents
and dog-owners alike."  Framing your argument in this way (as an example),
gives the opportunity for people to respond with perhaps other ways of
mitigating traffic flow which do not involve belgian block.

Even though Al does a disservice to his discourse by calling people's
comlaints "wailing", he does appear to target two specific issues: the
current belgian blocks cause damage to motor vehicles, and the higher cost
associated with keeping the belgian blocks, which must be shared by Septa and
tax payers.  (I am not stating these as facts, merely as Al's talking points)

It would be useful to either debate him on those points directly, or start a
new thread to discuss the mitigation of traffic flow, but it only confuses
the conversation when different issues are confounded.

Because I and my son use the park, I am concerned about safety in and around
the park.  I personally do not think of the belgian blocks as safety
enhancements, but perhaps someone has statistics showing that they indeed
mitigate traffic.  I hope there are other ways of slowing cars down that we
could perhaps implement alongside existing infrastructure (whether or not the
belgian blocks remain).

With regards,
Dan W.

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Re: [UC] clothing donation

[Dan Widyono]

Oops.

Found it through http://www.womenintransitioninc.org/

Dan W.

On Fri, Sep 21, 2007 at 09:51:35AM -0400, Dan Widyono wrote:
> "If you have slightly used, nice business attire for women who are returning
> to or just entering the workforce"
> 
> http://www.careerwardrobe.org/DonationInfo/Index.htm

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Re: [UC] clothing donation

[Dan Widyono]

"If you have slightly used, nice business attire for women who are returning
to or just entering the workforce"

http://www.careerwardrobe.org/DonationInfo/Index.htm

Found it through http://www.careerwardrobe.org/DonationInfo/Index.htm

Dan W.

On Fri, Sep 21, 2007 at 09:21:23AM -0400, Karen Heenan wrote:
> I did a massive closet clean-out the other night, and now have 5 bags of 
> clothes sitting in my living room.  Some are older and some are casual, but 
> most are work clothes that I?ve either shape-shifted out of or gotten tired 
> of.  I could take them to 2nd Mile ? that would be easiest, since they?re 
> down the block ? but I?d like to pass them on to someone who really needs 
> them, rather than see them on the racks at 2nd Mile and regret my 
> efficiency and re-purchase some.  If someone can recommend a shelter or 
> women?s organization that needs work clothes, I?d appreciate it.  I know 
> such an organization exists, I just can?t remember the name right now.

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Re: [UC] Zoning notice is up on Locust St side of former stores at 45th St SE corner

[Dan Widyono]

>It's for a Daniel Thut for an eat in/take out establishment with live
>entertainment

The second part of that phrase on the Notice references zoning code, as to
what kind of live entertainment is *not* included in this zoning request... I
don't recall the exact reference, however.  Dan operates the other two Green
Line Cafe's and I've never seen any loud bands or karaoke nights at either.
Hopefully he doesn't plan to suddenly shift gears (what little I know of him,
I doubt he would).

>The last I'd heard was the person who bought the property is keeping the
>"house" part as is - apartments and was putting a Vietnamese restaurant on
>the ground floor.

The "house" part still stands as per the zoning notice.

Dan W.

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[Dan Widyono]

I'd second this general recommendation.  I and three friends got a fantastic
deal several years ago in a quaint B&B owned and operated by this really
sweet older couple, right outside of Lancaster.  The area was really nice and
gentle, and made for a very nice change of pace from the city.

:)

Dan W.

On Tue, Sep 11, 2007 at 06:40:19PM -0400, Joshua Karstendick wrote:
> Within a couple hours' drive is a large radius. I'd recommend heading  
> out toward the Lancaster area. There's a nice B&B in Lebanon County  
> called the Inn on 422. I'm not sure about price, though.

> On Sep 11, 2007, at 4:57 PM, "S. Scheckter" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>  
> >i'm looking for a bed & breakfast in the region (within a couple  
> >hours' drive of the city), ideally not in the city itself, for a  
> >visit in october. affordability (less than $100/night) is a  
> >consideration.

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Re: [UC] Recycling Containers at Grays Ave?

[Dan Widyono]

I had gotten two from there, but that was a couple of years ago.  Just had to
register in the booklet.

Dan W.

On Fri, Jul 20, 2007 at 09:58:07AM -0400, Amara Rockar wrote:
> Has anyone had any luck picking up recycling containers from the
> sanitation yard at 51st and Grays Avenue?
> 
> The website (http://recyclingpays.phila.gov/res_getbin.shtml) claims
> you can get them from there between 7 a.m. - 3 p.m. Monday through
> Friday.
> 
> We wanted to pick up some for our building but...
> 
> As soon as my husband drove up to the pick area he was met by a
> sanitation worker screaming, "WE'RE CLOSED!!!"
> 
> Called to find out what the deal was but of course they don't answer
> the phone...
> 
> Argh.
> 
> The web site does list other sanitation yards but we don't want to
> drive all the way out to find another mysteriously closed location...
> 
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Re: [UC] exiting the UPenn enhanced mortgage program

[Dan Widyono]

On Fri, Jul 13, 2007 at 05:02:02PM -0400, Doc Baldy wrote:
> In terms of the PMI, I know that some lenders allow you to take out a
> home equity loan to cover the 20% and thus avoid the PMI.  For
> example, assuming your house costs $100,000.  You can get a mortgage
> for $100,000 and have to pay PMI or you can get a mortgage for $80,000
> plus a $20,000 home equity loan.  In the later case, you do not need
> to pay PMI, or so I'm told.

You have to watch the terms carefully, though.  The second loan is likely to
be a balloon or ARM.  You really should be comfortable with the math before
going this route, and/or be prepared to refi or pay off the second loan
within the allotted period (5/7/15 years are typical).  The APR is likely to
be beneficial relative to your PMI monthly payments, however, but you should
check with each situation.

Dan W.

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Re: [UC] FS: Casablanca ceiling fan

[Dan Widyono]

> >I have a Casablanca ceiling fan I need to pass on to someone else.
> [blah blah blah]
> I drained my chai. "Here's lookin at you, kid."

I must admit, Ross, I'm not much of a fan of Casablanca.

Dan W.

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Re: [UC] Funding special services - PA BID law

[Dan Widyono]

> Guy's line of discovery is the best way to decide either to defend or reject 
> UCD. It provides the information base we all need to make an informed 
> judgement on this question.

And it has provided the longest UCList discussion I've ever read while
hitting 'd' the fewest times.

Dan W.

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Re: [UC] which bad thing?

[Dan Widyono]

> So as a BID, UCD reports first and foremost to its backers.

It seems to me (perhaps naively) that if people want any kind of control over
a BID, then, they ought to establish relationships with the backers and
figure out how to convince the backers that their needs and concerns are in
alignment.

Better relationships between community and businesses in the community is
never a bad thing.  And the community will end up getting more out of the
business-backed organizations like UCD.

Or must it not be that simple?

Dan W.

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Re: [UC] The Seasonal Gentrification Crime Wave Begins Anew....

[Dan Widyono]

>  Can I still get a recycling bucket somewhere in the hood?

Check your nearest sewer inlet.

Dan W.

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Re: [UC] VA Tech and "The Untold Story"

[Dan Widyono]

> did you all happen to see (i know, i know, take it to culture)

This is actually anti-culture in my book (not facebook).

> http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1557431/20070417/index.jhtml

But this excerpt from the above article is more chilling than Geraldo
Rivera's gaffe:

 Chiang calls himself a "Second Amendment activist," and said his firearms are
 properly registered. He is careful to state that he doesn't want to exploit
 the tragedy in any way, but opines, "If any of those 30 students were armed,
 this situation would've ended differently."

Dan W.

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Re: [UC] Kingsessing

[Dan Widyono]

> "Kingsessing is a place.  SOBA is a marketing  slogan."

I thought SOBA was a noodle?  Whodathunk.

I've been teaching my son about marketing (advertising on TV, radio,
newspapers, magazines, etc.).  On a walk outside he spotted an advertisement
sign and said "they're even on signs!"  Yep.

This entire sticker debate has given me more fodder!  I'll look out for these
wonderful freely available educational tools as we wander through the 'hood.

Dan W.

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Re: [UC] UC List Poetry Slam

[Dan Widyono]

A haiku artist? Not I.
Nevertheless, _you_
must use U-C-Culture! 

Dan W.

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Re: [UC] New Marketing Campaign

[Dan Widyono]

> You didn't wake up in an ice bath shortly thereafter, did you? Is  
> liver and onions on the menu?

Under Vegetarian Delicacies: Soylent Greens.

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Re: [UC] light bulbs

[Dan Widyono]

How many UCList members does it take?

Oh, let's not START THAT THREAD AGAIN!  Can't we let the dead horse lie?

What are you saying?  The facts show that the bulb doesn't need
changing.  I don't know where you're getting YOUR facts.

Could someone PLEASE unsubscribe me?  This is too much!  My bulbs are
just fine.

I just press DELETE, I don't know WHAT your problem is.  Maybe too
many broken light bulbs?

So, you're racist now?  A black light bulb isn't good enough for you?

Well, let's form a committee of the representatives of concerned
citizens to find out the RIGHT way to change a light bulb.  No
McBulbification for me!

Take it to UCCulture, once and for all!!!  If it's a joke, it's
obviously CULTURAL, not what this list was intended for!!!

That reminds me, I need to replace my light bulbs.  Anyone know of a
good light bulb contractor?

I hear UCBrite has a program to change light bulbs for you.  So, the
question is moot, unless you don't care to sleep with a 700-lb
gorilla.

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Re: [UC] At Last, A Good Idea About Those Noxious Infernal Combustion Engine Vehicles

[Dan Widyono]

On Tue, Feb 13, 2007 at 10:41:16AM -0500, Kyle Cassidy wrote:
> I'm all for it if the exchange is making public transportation free or
> significantly less expensive, at least in the areas affected by the
> auto-surcharge. 

And if it pays for more bicycle racks and bike lanes.  And a donation to
PhillyCarShare.

Dan W.

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Re: [UC] NPR disses Philly

[Dan Widyono]

I was there, and really enjoyed it, but that's because I've loved PHC since
way back.  There was a short portion where he was (in my opinion) really
trying to goad the audience into booing him a la sports fans booing at games.
It worked -- we booed him :) but everyone was laughing while doing it.

The part that felt tacky to me during that negative moment (brief as it was)
was mentioning the MOVE incident (not by name).  But hey, I'm not a radio
show producer.  Perhaps that gets more ratings.

There were lots of nice mentions about Philly.  But I agree with Ross that he
focused too much on South Philly and Philly being a Blue Collar Town.  He
mentioned a lot of firsts, but not ENIAC (WOO! Go nerds!) nor the Zoo nor
Bartram's nor Fairmount nor Woodland Cemetery, and I'm sure I'm missing a
million other firsts or fascinating facts about Philly.

I wouldn't complain about that normally, given that you only have so much
time during a live broadcast.  But he had enough time to *repeat* some of the
more obvious items, I felt he could have not been redundant but rather fit in
more interesting sites.

First time in the Kimmel.  Pretty cool place.

Terry was fun, Amos was interesting, Bluegrass was foot-stomping, and the
skits were enjoyable.  Heck, the coat check was free!

Dan W.

On Sun, Jan 28, 2007 at 01:29:14PM -0500, Elizabeth F Campion wrote:
> The show was taped and will be broadcast on Prairie Home Companion on
> NPR, 90.9?, today, so the opportunity to hear it again exists.

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Re: [UC] determining if a wall is load-bearing

[Dan Widyono]

> My home, for example does have a bearing wall that is neither
> the shared wall of my twin or the outside wall.

Ibid, only because there is a stairwell and so the middle wall bears most of
the load.  The stairwell isn't cut into the ceiling of the third floor
however (no stairs to the crawlspace above), so the third floor wall is not
load-bearing (as confirmed by peeking in the crawlspace and seeing 2x8 joists
run the full width of the twin).

Dan W.

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[UC] Re: mexicali

[Dan Widyono]

> Is Mexicali owned by the same people who ran the Mexican lunch truck on 
> Spruce around '97/'98?  Just curious.  The food seemed the same.

Yes, and the truck is still there :)

Dan W.

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[UC] Re: mexicali

[Dan Widyono]

I've been eating mexicali (truck) burritos off and on for almost a decade,
they've always been the best I've had anywhere locally.  The part that amazes
me the most is I'll come back after a year or so of not having been to the
truck, and he remembers me!

Dan W.

>  i'd accidentally "discovered" mexicali on my way to tandoor one afternoon
> and stopped in.

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Re: [UC] Screen Cleaning Wipes?

[Dan Widyono]

Assuming you're talking about a monitor with a glass viewing surface:

29 bucks?  What a rip-off.  Get out your rubbing alcohol, moisten some paper
towels, and use elbow grease.  Do *not* pour the alcohol onto the screen.

For those who aren't aware, don't do this to your LCD monitors.  They have
special cleaners for those surfaces.  But it's best not to expectorate globs
of calcareous dreck on your computer's visual interface.

You might be able to avoid those streaks if you finish off with clean
newspaper.

Dan W.

> > unsightly blemishes. Also bought a bottle of Monster Screen Cleaner at Radio
> > Shack for 29 bucks, which helps, but leaves these sort of oleaginous 
> > streaks.
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Re: [UC] Window exhaust fan sought

[Dan Widyono]

> Last year, I used a box floor fan, propped up with wood scraps,
> and piece of cardboard to cover rest of window opening, but would
> like a better solution this year.

In all seriousness, define 'better'.  Those box fans fit your desired
description in my experience.

Dan W.

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Re: [UC] Free stuff: computer monitor

[Dan Widyono]

> If you don't get any takers, you can call to arrange a donation, rather  than 
> landfill the stuff:

And, of course, as a reminder, one must not landfill monitors.  Philly has a
special date for collecting them, sorry I don't have it on me right now.

And, has this SGI monitor a 13W3 or VGA plug?  Not that I'm interested...

Dan W.

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Re: [UC] PM-302.3 Weeds My story.

[Dan Widyono]

For those concerned about future crabby neighbors:

Take a picture once a week of your house, with date proof (e.g. newspaper).
For anything that *might* be considered a weed, take closeup pictures, take
samples and have them dried and put in your legal scrapbook, include research
on the type of plant, etc.  You might never need this kind of proof, but if
you end up getting a ticket for several months back, it'll be handy.  Oh, and
measure all your non-flower plants to make sure they're below 10 inches tall.
Might as well take a picture of any tall-ish plants with the ruler next to
them.

Also: if the ticket "Badge Number" is 4 digits, a cop was called explicitly
to file a complaint about the "weeds".  Also, if the department is 1-1, again
a cop wrote the ticket.  If the "Badge Number" is 3 digits (unlikely for
weeds), it was the streets department noticing you had tall weeds.

The above (pictures, samples, ticket identifying information) is actual
advice given to me by the City when I fought my ticket (round one, I ended up
paying without appealing to a judge).

Regards,
Dan W.

On Tue, Apr 12, 2005 at 09:32:56PM -0400, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
> A local emminent landscape architect who had planted "native plants" on the 
> grass near the curb in front of his house was cited and fined for having 
> "weeds".

> I guess one man's weed is another man's native plant. Strange how this 
> discussion coincided with the announcement of Bartram Garden's native plant 
> sale.

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Re: [UC] PM-302.3 Weeds

[Dan Widyono]

Ross, Jonathan, :P

We also have flowers, and the "decorative grass" served to prevent theft of
our garbage cans -- we could lock them down to the slightly-higher-than-10"
grass which obviously made the neighborhood look like a war zone.  Screw it,
I'll just plant the still-living (!!) bamboo in front; that'll take care of
the garbage cans *and* give us some privacy.

Dan W.

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Re: [UC] PM-302.3 Weeds

[Dan Widyono]

I got slapped with this, some decorative grass in the front lawn apparently
was not liked by a neighbor (who still hasn't come clean to let me know it
was them who contacted the police to complain, without ever complaining to me
first).  *I* got the ticket FOUR MONTHS after it was written up.  The
timestamp on the envelope proves it.  No deal, they wanted their money.  I
wasn't about to fight all the way to a judge, I'd wasted enough time trying
to reason with the Finance department (a.k.a. Collection Agency).

Dan W.

On Tue, Apr 12, 2005 at 04:26:05PM -0400, Kyle Cassidy wrote:
> I will say that when I was having problems with my neighbors and their
> trash, it was matt wolfe who came through. I'd been complaining to my
> councilwoman off and on for a year with no result, matt got it taken care of
> the next day.
> 
> -Original Message-
> From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]
> On Behalf Of Kirk Wattles
> Sent: Tuesday, April 12, 2005 4:22 PM
> To: UC List
> Subject: [UC] PM-302.3 Weeds
> 
> 
> PHILADELPHIA PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE
> SECTION PM-302. EXTERIOR PROPERTY AREAS
> 
> PM-302.3  Weeds: All premises and exterior property shall be maintained  
> free from weeds or plant growth in excess of 10 inches (254 mm). All  
> noxious weeds shall be prohibited. Weeds shall be defined as all  
> grasses, annual plants and vegetation, other than trees, shrubs,  
> cultivated flowers and gardens.
> 
> http://municipalcodes.lexisnexis.com/codes/philadelphia/_DATA/TITLE04/ 
> SUBCODE_PM_THE_PHILADELPHIA_PR/SECTION_PM_302_EXTERIOR_PROPER.html

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[UC] seeking Frank Arnold contractor

[Dan Widyono]

Greetings,
Frank Arnold, a local contractor, recently had a change of cell phone
number.  I have the old one which is out of service.  He had given me his new
one, but I wrote it on his business card which then went through the laundry
:(.  Does anyone here know his new number?  He's apparently acquired an
office space somewhere near 45th and Baltimore, if that helps.  I did a quick
scouting trip but couldn't see any storefront which was obviously his.

Thanks,
Dan W.
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[UC] bike safety

[Dan Widyono]

I recall people talking about bike safety a few times previously on this
list.  I found this link via some other online forum:

http://www.hurlburt.af.mil/basewide/sentinels/docs/cars.doc

It's a pragmatic approach to bike safety.  Not a bible, but useful
information to take in if you're a biker and haven't given a thought about
bike safety (e.g. if you don't have head and rear lights).

If you don't have MS Word or suitable reader like OOWriter on Linux (etc.),
it's translated into web-friendly HTML by Google (sans images):

http://64.233.183.104/search?q=cache:Z6XmI1hh4NAJ:www.hurlburt.af.mil/basewide/sentinels/docs/cars.doc+%22ten+ways%22+newsletter+filetype:doc&hl=en

(that's all one line)

Dan W.

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Re: [UC] Masonary/Plaster Wall Work in Basement

[Dan Widyono]

Dennis Dunphy's crew did a great job in our basement, and point work on the
outside, and plastering work on our first floor inside walls.  Sorry I don't
have his card on me right now.  But since I'm not a mason and need some extra
cash, how about I do your masonry, you do HBW's plumbing, and... um... HBW
pays me?

Dan W.

On Mon, Mar 28, 2005 at 10:49:48PM -0500, Jonathan Cass wrote:
> I am looking for someone to do some masonary wall repair and plastering work 
> in our basement.  I recall somebody recommending someone on this topic 
> before, but I couldn't find it in the archives.  Any suggestions?

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Re: [UC] computers bad for learning?

[Dan Widyono]

> I don't have the references handy, but there's better evidence to 
> suggest that _music_ education helps students far more than computers do.

Amen.  And yes, I mistook Bruce's comments to be general, forgetting that the
topic at hand was computing in _schools_.  I'm still ambivalent about
computers in school, but being a computer guy myself, I'm not sure I'm
totally against it.  Then again, I've never had 25 young 'uns to teach and
take turns on the computer, so I'm not sure how difficult it is to manage
computer time.  Perhaps a separate computer lab where each class has X amount
of time during the day all scheduled ahead of time.  That way the computers
always get used but aren't distractingly in the classroom the rest of the
time.

Dunno,
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Re: [UC] computers bad for learning?

[Dan Widyono]

> time?" The teacher responded, "Any fool, can be taught to operate a machine. 
> You're being taught how to solve the problem yourself."

> Children should not be allowed to use computers until 
> they master the basic skills of the three R's on their own. Age 10 at the 
> earliest.

Bah humbug, Bruce.  It's up to the parents to make sure that *if* they use a
computer, they are _also_ taught problem solving and other essential skills
at the same level expected as if they hadn't a computer.  That's the whole
point of implying there are other effects like economic status and parental
involvement, in households with computers (in the article).

Your blanket statement "don't use computers until 10" is not only
impractical, it's also as misleading as "computers definitely help kids
learn".  If you extended your statement, you'd have to add "no TV until 10",
"no video games until 10", etc.  Computers don't halt learning, uncontrolled
usage and inappropriate limits halt learning.

As always, *it's ultimately up to the parents*.

Dan W.  whose 4-yr old has a (junk-from-work, non-internet-connected)
computer and just like TV there are rules and limits for using it.

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Re: [UC] Canine Easter egg hunt in Clark Park????

[Dan Widyono]

I saw something today when picking up dog food.  2pm and he said it'll be
between Baltimore and Chester.  Tomorrow, Saturday 3/19.  Sponsored by UCity
Pets (42nd & Baltimore) and someone else.

Dan W.

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> Did I miss an announcement about a forthcoming Easter Egg hunt in Clark  Park 
> ... for dogs? for kiddies?
>  
> I'm temporarily administering the Clark Park Online Bulletin Board 
> (_www.clarkpark.blogspot.com_ (http://www.clarkpark.blogspot.com) ), and if  
> anyone 
> sends me the scoop, I'll be happy to post it. Might as well send it via  the 
> list 
> so others will learn about it here, too.  
> 
> Al  Krigman,
> 
> KRF Corp
> For current announcements, bookmark and check our  bulletin board regularly:
> _www.iconworldwide.com/krf/news_ (http://www.iconworldwide.com/krf/news) 
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Re: [UC] 4200 pine, pricing

[Dan Widyono]

> is this the bldg with the big white wall around it? 

No, it's the building with the fence, parking, and a mini-mansion.  *42nd*
Street; the white wall one is on 41st Street.

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Re: [UC] 4200 pine, pricing

[Dan Widyono]

> It looks like it'll be surface parking abutting the 4200 block of
> Osage... 

Already there, fyi.

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Re: [UC] Local Notary?

[Dan Widyono]

Heh heh.  My first time using Google's Local service:

What == notary public
Where == 4900 baltimore ave philadelphia pa

First Two Hits:

alston's insurance & auto tags
alston's insurance agency

But they don't have "local folks" as some others have begun to list.

Dan W.

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> Can anyone recommend a local notary (preferably closer to 49th & 
> Baltimore than not)?

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Re: [UC] Local Notary?

[Dan Widyono]

Not quite what you were asking, but I was in a very sticky situation and
needed a notary IMMEDIATELY (i.e. that very evening).  Called a gentleman
(forgot his name since it was a long time ago), he's in the yellow pages
listed as "7 days, 24 hours, fast service".  It was pouring rain that
evening, yet he came in from the suburbs at 10PM and we were able to notarize
the effects.  I *believe* it was $30, which of course is a lot relative to
most NP's but considering I needed it done IMMEDIATELY and he traveled and
nobody else was open, that was rather reasonable.  Neighbors and friends of
mine also used him, and they were pleased with the "please come to where WE
are to notarize something NOW" service.

I recall only the 24/7 listing and the fact that it was boxed, and when I
look today in the yellow pages the only listing I see that matches is
215-969-4750 ("Have notary will travel").

He was very nice if that matters (it sure does to me in anxiety provoking
situations when one needs something done IMMEDIATELY), and I would heartily
recommend him.

By the by, I just *happened* to glance and spot "Alston's Insurance & Auto
Tags" at 5101 Baltimore.  No idea of their quality or service and this is in
NO WAY a recommendation, I'm just saying, since I had the yellow pages open
already.  215-748-7272.

Dan W.

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> Can anyone recommend a local notary (preferably closer to 49th & 
> Baltimore than not)?

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Re: [UC] Don't Forget About The Dog Poo In The Recycling Bucket

[Dan Widyono]

It's "Day of *Dog* Poo".  I think if you mix Dog Poo and Cat Poo you get them
thar dangerous cold fusion.  Unless the Poo is fresh.  Then all bets are off.

Unless you have a Poo PhD, please do NOT experiment with Poo Physics in West
Philadelphia; we have enough problems with ammonia leaks in Penn's LRSM...

http://www.philly.com/mld/inquirer/news/local/states/pennsylvania/counties/philadelphia_county/philadelphia/11104864.htm

Dan W.

> Scrunch the Cat just cleaned out his litterbox, and would be happy to donate 
> some cat poo...

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Re: [UC] Don't Forget About The Dog Poo In The Recycling Bucket

[Dan Widyono]

Perhaps it was a gift from someone who cherishes dog poo, unlike you.  (That
is to say, "unlike you who appears to not cherish dog poo", not "unlike
cherishing you").  Perhaps there's a holiday we have yet to learn about, "Day
of Dog Poo".  Was there a fortune inside the dog poo?  Blessed is the canine,
for they are full of love, and poo.

Next topic: how about that new vet building, eh?  Goin' up pretty fast.  Same
with the BRB building across 38th Street.

Dan W.

> No, I can't think of anything that I have done that would cause anyone to
> be cross with me, let alone sully my recyling bucket, and the buckets of my
> near neighbors, with small bags of dog poo.

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Re: [UC] Hair colorist

[Dan Widyono]

[thread about Michael's Custom Cuts]

So, I wonder if he does the Locks of Love thing.  I've got a foot of hair to
donate (sorry, Matt).  I suppose I can ask him one day when I have time to
remember and visit, or perhaps someone here knows... or I could do it the old
fashioned way and ring him up.

Dan W.

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Re: [UC] missed trash and recycling pickup last week

[Dan Widyono]

> "Large rental properties" (I think over 6 apartments / potential for 18
> occupants)

OK, I am concerned with 6 or less apartments putting out enough non-barrelled
trash to overflow the sidewalk (e.g. north side of chester, between 41st and
42nd) in two weeks...  I was talking about a real effect, not just a
potential concern.

Dan W.

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Re: [UC] missed trash and recycling pickup last week

[Dan Widyono]

My understanding from KYW was that "Typically Wednesday" pickups were
rescheduled for this coming week, in toto.  "Typically Thursday and Friday"
pickups were the ones they were picking up on Friday and Saturday.  We're
also Wednesday, we just pulled our cans back in until March 2nd.

I _am_ concerned with the large amounts of trash from large rental properties
which will be compounded this Wednesday.

Dan W.

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Re: [UC] Kicked out of The Bridge

[Dan Widyono]

> All theaters have a policy that if you can't keep quiet, you can't stay,
> right?  So why prohibit babies at all?

And what is the age / size boundary?  Why can my 3-yr old enter, who is
capable of generating more decibels at this age than as a new baby?  Are
parents of toddlers somehow more capable of dealing with their kids' noise
than new parents (okay, I can see a *tiny* bit of sense, but I certainly
doubt that that's a good basis for an age discriminatory policy or law)?

Jon, Jess, sorry to hear about your ordeal and thanks for the heads up.

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Re: [UC] Social life in UC

[Dan Widyono]

S., I'm trying, but I am not coming away with a sense of tolerance from your
posting, even as you talk about improving tolerance on the list.  I enjoy
bridge, I am tolerant in several respects, I dress casually to most social
events and sometimes enjoy "dressing up" to events which require a particular
formality, I contribute to the community, *and* I appreciate college students
*and* their laptops *and* beautiful and inviting architecture (e.g. Fine Arts
Library at Penn, which is all of that and as far as I know is open to the
public who is willing to provide a piece of identification).

Dan W.

> Bridge? Is that your idea of "fun for adults"?
> Let me say this..developing an adult-scene in UC does not include
> bridge, knitting, or basketball at the local public school.

> people being open and tolerant, you need some finishing and worldly
> sophistication, you also should be well dressed from time to time,
> you know...like people live in center city.

> We need environments that are architecturally beautiful and inviting
> that are not filled with college students and their laptops!

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[UC] recent prolific "scammer"...

[Dan Widyono]

I'm wondering if he's a psych student.

Dan W.

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Re: [UC] Age on the UC List -- A Demographic Survey

[Dan Widyono]

It's amazing how many people pop out of the woodwork when you ask personal
questions, in the name of science or some other bland purpose, especially.
OK, not so amazing to those who study human behaviour, but I don't, so it's
still amazing to me.

SO, to spice up Ross's database:

What's your favorite color?  (you may use RGB or CMYK codes if you wish)

What's your pet peeve? (those who've been posting endlessly about theirs
already need not answer this one)

What's your social security number, bank account number, bank routing number
(you can find that at the left end of your personal checks if you
own any), current balance, and ATM card P.I.N.?

What is your quest?

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Re: [UC] Age on the UC List -- A Demographic Survey

[Dan Widyono]

Shouldn't this thread be in culture?  Bah.

UC-ness for 9 years (philly for phifteen), don't think my age should matter 
online.

Dan W.

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Re: [UC] Re: Posel, Art Films, Real Estate

[Dan Widyono]

It could look that nice, they certainly did well by the fancy molding work on
the north facing walls.  Everything's in, except the trees and the blue
section in the front.  Don't think that's gonna happen based on how much it
would have to stick out into the sidewalk.  I do miss the old dinosaurs,
though.  That was a landmark for my son whenever we walked down 41st St.

Man, a UC Ritz there would have been ultra cool for me.

Dan W.

> They have a picture of 41st and Chester on their "Properties" page.
> 
> http://www.poselmanagement.com/properties_ucity.html
> 
> Does it really look that attractive?
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Re: [UC] New Roof this year-- ant recommendations?

[Dan Widyono]

We had a great experience 3.5 years ago with El's Roofing, they're at 40th &
Market.  Pronounced "eel", family business.  Recommended to us by neighbors
when we first bought our house.  You'll need to ask what types of roofs they
maintain/install.

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> It's a flat roof, with a short section in the rear. Can anyone recommend 
> a good, reliable, and fairly honest roofer, so I can start getting bids 
> and setting up the job for this summer?

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Re: [UC] sledding in west philly

[Dan Widyono]

> to be desired.  Where's the nearest good, reasonably safe hill?

Field trip to Mt. St. Helen's?

Dan W.

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[UC] Re: Free Historic Window Panes

[Dan Widyono]

Screen and storms included, limited time offer.

Dan W.

On Thu, Jan 20, 2005 at 09:31:16AM -0500, Dan Widyono wrote:
> We're replacing seven window panes at 622 S 42nd St. today (1/20); they're
> going on our porch.  Varying condition, some 6 over 6, some 4 over 4.
> 
> Featuring:
> 
> Original glass
> Historically accurate (for the 20th century) lead paint
> Mostly intact, might have to replace two or three glass pieces
> 
> Dan W.
> 

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[UC] Free Historic Window Panes

[Dan Widyono]

We're replacing seven window panes at 622 S 42nd St. today (1/20); they're
going on our porch.  Varying condition, some 6 over 6, some 4 over 4.

Featuring:

Original glass
Historically accurate (for the 20th century) lead paint
Mostly intact, might have to replace two or three glass pieces

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Re: [UC] Reminder: Recycling Jan 8th and 22nd

[Dan Widyono]

I'll second the "large rectangular bin" option.  Never yet had a problem.

Dan W.

> Alternately, if you can get one!!!, put all the mixed paper in one of 
> the large rectangular recycle bins.

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Re: [UC] Phone, DSL, Cable

[Dan Widyono]

Apparently they don't extend down to 42nd and Chester either.  They would not
give me any information on when/to where they're expanding in the future.

cavtel still hasn't gotten back to me re: running services like smtp or
http (dns not necessary for me).  Can anyone using cavtel comment?

Dan W.

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> I called over to Campus Technologies (http://www.phillynet.net/) they
> advised that they essentially provide service w/i a 6 block radius of their
> office at 4100 Walnut.
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Re: [UC] car chase & police radio

[Dan Widyono]

Let's get the tow truck guys to work as cops... and give them garages at 46th
and Hazel.

Dan W.

> When we were in a taxi that got rear-ended by a drunk, I called 911 and the
> tow truck guys showed up before the cops

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Re: [UC] Hold up Sense - Criss Crossing

[Dan Widyono]

Andrew:
> Meanwhile, will investigate a kind of auto pop-out-of-the-sleeve holster
> that I remember from some vigilante movie.

Taxi Driver, Robert DeNiro?

Sam:
> Dress it down a bit
> Walk with big strides and clench your fists
> Talk to yourself
[etc...]

Code of the Streets, Elijah Anderson

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Re: [UC] Oil vs. Gas Heat

[Dan Widyono]

> 1.  We have an oil burner and every so often, although we are on an
> automatic delivery system, we have run out of oil.

Our tank has a gauge, and our supplier is Haab.  If we get too low too
quickly we call them up and they top us off.

Dan W.

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Re: [UC] Electric Heat: A Heating System for the Insane

[Dan Widyono]

> RE: [UC] Oil vs. Gas HeatAll-electric heating for a home?  Have you lost
> your mind?

Heat your home *and* keep the critters out... I like it!

Dan W.

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Re: [UC] The Archives

[Dan Widyono]

http://www.mail-archive.com/cgi-bin/htsearch?method=and&format=short&config=univcity_list_purple_com&restrict=&exclude=&words=contractor

Gives 182 matches for contractor and Contractor, 366 for Bush, 111 for
Kerry, 45 for Nader (!), at 11:38AM today.

Dan W.

> Has anyone ever noticed the search engine on the archives isn't that great?

The above is gotten when you type an entry at www.purple.com/list.html's
search form for University City.

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[UC] brick pointing

[Dan Widyono]

If anybody is willing to share previous quotes and/or contractors that
they've accepted for brick pointing work, I'd appreciate that in private
e-mails.  I've received one and just want to get an idea of the going rate in
this neighborhood.  We're quoted for approx. 300 sq. ft, including pulling
down any random stuff (old vines, etc.) and fixing the interior damage from
water intrusion (minor wall repairs to two corners, replacement parging as
necessary).

Thanks very much,
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Re: [UC] The Triumph of Moral Values -- Everyman's America

[Dan Widyono]

Amen, Jon.  Amen.

Thanks for clarifying, Al.

Dan W.

> Probably the best single thing each of us needs to do, for the good of
> America, is to find someone who voted the other way, and really try to
> understand *why* they voted the way they did.

This is what I take away from "love thy neighbor" and "love your enemies".
Truly try to understand your fellow human beings.

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Re: [UC] The Triumph of Moral Values -- Everyman's America

[Dan Widyono]

> Nothing made this as clear to me as the defeat of the gay marriage  
> propositions in all 11 states where it was on the ballot. It would be  encouraging 
> if 
> the people who advocated this position really examined why it  proved to be 
> unacceptable to the majority of the voters -- rather than just  excused their own 
> prejudices by attributing it to homophobia or to that sinister  conspiracy of 
> right-wing evangelical Christians.  

Could you please dumb it down for non-annointed folks like myself?  What are
you trying to say in that paragraph?  What is your position?

Thanks for clarifying,
Dan W.

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[UC] dumping vegetation

[Dan Widyono]

Greetings,
In my parents' city there's a place for city residents to dump
things, recycling, vegetation (branches etc.), etc.  Is there such a place in
Philadelphia?  Is it open on Saturdays?  I want to dump bamboo stalks, for
instance.  Yes, I still have them.

Dan W.

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Re: [UC] Michael Moore, Michael Eric Dyson

[Dan Widyono]

I don't have audio streaming capability and I'm not sure I want to spend $5
when I don't know the content of the program, just to get a transcript (how
silly is that!  Yes I know, it's for people who want a transcript after
hearing it, but what about those who can't hear it -- either technically or
because of a medical condition?).  Is there anyone willing to summarize?

Dan W.

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> Michael Eric Dyson is a professor at the University of Pennsylvania.
> His thoughts on Moore being uninvited to different universities:
> 
> http://npr.streamsage.com/google/programlist/feature.php?wfid=4075026

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Re: [UC] Fw: [phillyblocks] Weapons of Mass Destruction Found in Philadelphia...

[Dan Widyono]

>From what little I know (and that is precious little), I believe zoning is
very specific on the topic of DANCING.  If you allow DANCING _and_ ALCOHOL,
you may be classified as an entirely different establishment, and therefore
it would require different (of course more difficult to obtain) zoning
approval.  I'm talking about the type of establishment that I and many
families I know don't want in our back yard (but rather on Delaware Avenue
which is not a primarily residential area).

I'm sure you can still bust a move.  It just won't be officially supported by
the establishment, nor can it generate revenue.  So don't start asking people
to insert dollar bills in your underwear.  And don't take pictures of you
or anyone else dancing in their establishment.

Party on,
Dan W.

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> front saying that it indeed hopes to become a bowling alley -- you'll be sad
> to know though that the notice also states, in capital letters that NO
> DANCING WILL BE ALLOWED. Which is a shame, as when I'm bowling and drinking,
> I always seem to want to bust a move.)

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Re: [UC] Another of Penn's "vetted" shops in high-cost space goes kablooie

[Dan Widyono]

Huh.  In my orientation in '90 I was never informed that Center City was the
"Badlands".  I got held up at gunpoint in the lobby of my 22nd & Spruce
apartment in '95.  Go figure.  At least we didn't have trash piling up in the
back or random gunfights next door or... cats pretending they're your dearest
friend when really they're plotting to take over the world...

http://www.pvponline.com/archive.php3?archive=20040220

http://www.pvponline.com/images/wallpaper/otc1280x1024.jpg

Do those accurately portray the famous Mr. Hugs, a.k.a. SCRATCH FURY!!!?

Dan W.

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> >I agree that they should "know more" about the neighborhood west of 40th
> St., 
> >and expose it to the students who seem to be living in said neighborhood in
> 
> >larger quantities as time goes on (for the past 14 years at least).
> 
> When I started at penn, about seven years ago, I was told in my orientation
> meeting "we recommend that you not go west of 40th street."
> 
> Of course, I'd already moved in on 46th ... And held up at gunpoint a month
> later 
> 
> Kc

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Re: [UC] Another of Penn's "vetted" shops in high-cost space goes kablooie

[Dan Widyono]

> Oh, yes. And the diligent investigative reporter  (maybe he'll learn by the 
> end of the semester) who wrote this  piece mentioned the bike shop in another 
> high-rent district, totally  ignoring "The Bicycle Doctor" on Lancaster Ave, 

Student authors are there to learn, as well.  You can teach this one to do
more thorough research by sending a letter to the editor.  Form is here:

http://www.dailypennsylvanian.com
[click on Feedback link on left]

or call Haley Shapley, Managing Editor, 215-898-6585

I agree that they should "know more" about the neighborhood west of 40th St.,
and expose it to the students who seem to be living in said neighborhood in
larger quantities as time goes on (for the past 14 years at least).

Sometimes at your service,
Dan W.
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[UC] drain rooter

[Dan Widyono]

Does anyone have a drain rooter I could borrow for a day?  I've tried a small
manual kind that I use successfully in toilet and tub drains, but this is a
larger problem: an outdoor drain that is fed by a downspout.  I'm looking for
some snake-like type that could be attached to a drill, and I'd need to
borrow a corded drill as well :) (my battery-powered drill will likely die
quickly).  Or, an all-in-one machine would do.

Regards,
Dan W.

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[UC] ornamental grass almost all gone

[Dan Widyono]

FYI.  There are still a few bundles left.

Dan W.

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Re: [UC] free ornamental grass

[Dan Widyono]

I lied, they're on the west side of 42nd between regent and chester, just
lying on the ground.  Pick 'em up any time and day (as long as they're still
around).  Although the earlier the better chance they haven't dried out.

Dan W.

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[UC] free ornamental grass

[Dan Widyono]

I'm about to dig out several (10?) bundles of ornamental grass (I believe
it's Fountain Grass).  We got donation bundles from a neighbor a couple of
years ago but now we have decided we don't want these in the front garden.
Pick 'em up tonight at the earliest at the corner of 42nd and Regent Square.

Dan W.

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Re: [UC] church

[Dan Widyono]

I was responding to the annointed bs etc.

Always at your service and ready for dialog.
Dan W.

> Bruce gave us the website. I looked at it. It offered no substantive help  
> whatsoever. Or, if it did, show me what I missed and I'll retract my  statement.

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Re: [UC] church

[Dan Widyono]

> A bunch of anointed preservation fanatics spouting the noblesse oblige but not 
>  actually doing anything as droll as raising money.

You're such a depressing entity on this list, even if you do bring some
useful links once in a while.  What a negative attitude you have, and you
don't even know the institution or the people.  There's more to community
building than raising money or renting apartments.

Disappointed,
Dan W.
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Re: [UC] Babylon System is a Vampire

[Dan Widyono]

On Fri, Jul 16, 2004 at 01:54:44PM -0400, Brian Siano wrote:
> Ben Rhoades wrote:
> 
> >At 12:14 PM 7/16/2004, Andrew Diller wrote:
> >
> >>This list is for pretty much anything.. Is the topic bugging you?
> >
> >
> >Ahhh, here I thought being the UC list, it would be for University 
> >City topics.  And no, it's not bugging me, it's tiresome.  It's always 
> >the same people saying the same thing worded slightly differently. 
> 
> I agree. It's the usual crowd of regulars, merely repeating what others 
> have said with minor changes in word choices.

Yes, it's just redundant posters being needlessly repetitive, with similar
but slightly different wording.  Pretty much anything goes.

Cheers,
Dan W.

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Re: [UC] puppy play time

[Dan Widyono]

> We live on 46th between Chestnut and Kingsessing...

Mighty big back yard ya got there, Stephen.  *Chester* and Kingsessing.

:)

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