[UC] (no subject)

2005-04-02 Thread BAShowell
If you havebeen fortunate enough to have  seen and heard the "Magnificent Morgan State University Choir on one of the PBS Stations in January or February, you can see them in person tomorrow, April 3rd at 3 PM at Grace Baptist Church, 25 West Johnson Street . The tickets are $15.00 and benefit the

[UC] Calvary Cafe Menu

2005-03-18 Thread BAShowell
CALVARY CAFE MENU FOR SATURDAY 3/19/05 ATTACHED. CAFE OPENS AT 6:15 P.M. CONCERT BEGINS AT 7 :30 P.M. Calvary Cafe Menu.wps Description: Binary data

[UC] (no subject)

2005-02-25 Thread BAShowell
All of these postings about naming Streets, Drives, Avenues, etc. after people. Do any of you remember, or care, about the renaming of Delaware Avenue after the evil (in so many ways) Christopher Columbus?

Fwd: [UC] Beth Showell Dessert at Abbraccio

2005-02-16 Thread BAShowell
--- Begin Message --- You still don't know how to use punctuation. Today [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I don't know about the listing on the menu,. I do bake for Abbraccio, the "best carrot cake ever tasted" and the Pina Colada Cake. I used the quotation marks because I am quoting someone else! -- No

Re: [UC] Beth Showell Dessert at Abbraccio

2005-02-16 Thread BAShowell
I don't know about the listing on the menu,. I do bake for Abbraccio, the "best carrot cake ever tasted" and the Pina Colada Cake. I used the quotation marks because I am quoting someone else!

Fwd: [UC] AGE ON THE LIST -- FINAL

2005-02-10 Thread BAShowell
Any other opinions? --- Begin Message --- -BEGIN PGP SIGNED MESSAGE- Hash: SHA1 You have an interesting sense of "rarely". Even without statistics, you are definitely one of the most prolific posters to the group, in my observation. :) Jon [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: | My age is not something

Re: [UC] AGE ON THE LIST -- FINAL

2005-02-10 Thread BAShowell
My age is not something you should ask, nor need to know. I was always taught that you NEVER ask a woman her age, it shows a lack of respect; next you'll be so disrespectful as to ask her weight. I am probably older than any who have responded, and since I rarely post or respond, I don't know how I

Re: [UC] guy casing my house? or just doing his job? or "who to w hack with ...

2005-02-10 Thread BAShowell
Do you folks out there know how to use the "spell check" on your computer? Do you know the difference between there and their; to, too, and two; our and are; etc?

Re: [UC] Re: Parking rage

2005-02-07 Thread BAShowell
Also in '96 in Upper Darby, people were killed over parking spots. Now that's "rage"! Parking is someone else's dug out spot is inconsiderate and rude. My $0.02

Re: [UC] Re: Parking rage (and non-walk shoveling slackers)

2005-02-07 Thread BAShowell
NO IT'S NOT!!!

Re: [UC] Re: Parking rage (and non-walk shoveling slackers)

2005-02-07 Thread BAShowell
I was told, when I first got my sticker, many years ago, that the vehicle parked longer than the 2 hours, must be registered to the address "IT IS PARKED IN FRONT OF". It would be great if the Parking Authority ENFORCED the permit parking west of 40th Street. Each year we pay for our stickers, and

Re: [UC] Snow and parking, what am I missing?

2005-02-07 Thread BAShowell
Karen, Ignore ignorance is my motto! Beth

Re: [UC] Re: Parking rage (and non-walk shoveling slackers)

2005-02-03 Thread BAShowell
I find this an interesting topic, especially reading the various opinions about parking. If it is rage, then consider me one of those. As a "senior citizen" who needs to drive (can't ride SEPTA  very often because of medical reasons), and as one who pays to park IN FRONT OF MY HOUSE, (Residential P

Re: [UC] Re: Parking rage

2005-02-03 Thread BAShowell
I would also like to add a "bit" about being on a PARKING PERMIT Street Some folks have short menories as well..remember the people who were shot and killed over a dug out parking spot? (Not in Philadelphia though, it was Upper Darby, which is way west of 40th  St.

[UC] Fwd: Fw: TV Propgram in Feb

2005-02-03 Thread BAShowell
--- Begin Message ---   - Original Message - From: Allen Blount To: Audrey Staton ; Bill Green ; Faye Gregg ; Genevalkent ; Harry Carroll ; James Manning ; Louis Penny ; Naomi Echols ; Tedreav1 Sent: Monday, January 31, 2005 8:56 PM Subject: Fw: TV Propgram in Feb   - Origin

Re: [UC] Fwd: Fw: FYI

2005-01-27 Thread BAShowell
You writing in reference to what? Be careful how you speak of teachers,you never know who is on the "list". I was an excellent Secondary School Science Teacher, with The School District of Philadelphia, for 35 years! I taught Jr. High School Science, Astronomy included, and Senior High Biology and

Re: [UC] Fwd: kWine for Seniors

2005-01-27 Thread BAShowell
...and we thought all the cavemen were long gone!!  (:o)

Re: [UC] Re: [UC-Announce] Clark Park Dog Run Update

2005-01-27 Thread BAShowell
When you refer to NYC, do you mean Manhattan? (There is also, Staten Island, Brooklyn, Queens, and the Bronx that make up NYC.) Also, that is not true, because many homes, Brownstones, etc. DO have backyards, even in the "Village"!

Re: [UC] Fwd: kWine for Seniors

2005-01-27 Thread BAShowell
No sense of humor? It does your heart and soul good to laugh, if if the "joke" is "corny"!!

[UC] Fwd: kWine for Seniors

2005-01-25 Thread BAShowell
--- Begin Message --- Subject: Wine for Seniors Many of you will be very happy to hear about this new wine for the elderly. Vintners in the Napa Valley who produce primarily Pinot Blancs and Pinot Grigios have developed a new hybrid grape, which acts as an anti-diuretic and will reduce the numb

[UC] Fwd: Sad but true

2005-01-24 Thread BAShowell
--- Begin Message --- This goes in the sad but true file:   There is more money being spent on breast implants and Viagra today than on Alzheimer's research. This means that by 2040, there should be a large elderly population with perky boobs and huge erections and absolutely no recollection

Re: [UC] 3- Pack post was NOT endorsement for a Dog Run in Clark Park

2005-01-23 Thread BAShowell
The points about dogs and Clark Park are very interesting. I will not voice my opinion either way. (Those of you who know me, probably know how I feel, anyway.) I would, however, like to voice an opinion  regarding dogs and Clark Park: since I work at The Farmer's Market, where there are  always pe

[UC] Fwd: Fw: FYI

2005-01-23 Thread BAShowell
--- Begin Message --- Title: Message   - Original Message - From: Sneed, Lisa R. To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, January 13, 2005 10:39 AM Subject: FW: FYI   Subject: FYI >FYI >> >>BEWARE! PASS ON TO EVERYONE YOU KNOW >> >> I received a telephone call >>last evening f

[UC] Fwd: Fw: Mastectomy Bill in Congress

2005-01-23 Thread BAShowell
--- Begin Message ---   - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Pat White ; Janie Somerville ; Glenda Harris ; Willie Barrett ; Neolia Parson ; Marie Hall ; Thera Shell ; Bernice W. Williams ; Pam Queen ; Rose of Sharyn ; HCFair ; evparikh ; Esther ; PM Anderson ; Ali

Re: [UC] Synergy : Universities as good neighbors

2005-01-19 Thread BAShowell
Sounds great! Does anyone know why the Women's games are free? Beth

[UC] Fwd: Fw: SOME THOUGHTS...............................

2005-01-19 Thread BAShowell
--- Begin Message --- Note: forwarded message attached. --- Begin Message --- Title: AOL Email   COWSIs it just me, or does anyone else find it amazing that our government can track a cow born in Canada almost three years ago, right to the stall w

Re: [UC] Re: your font?

2005-01-15 Thread BAShowell
The original message was from someone who wes offended by my using a larger type and a green color. The person felt as if they were being "yelled at" They also asked if I had a vision problem. Hope that answers it, clears it up, for you I would also like to add (for those of who don't know me) that

Re: [UC] Iron Security Bars

2005-01-15 Thread BAShowell
I have been in my house 381/2 years.no robberies or burgularies! I have seen the neighborhood, go down, come back up, go down again, etc. I used to raise Great Danes, (also Belgian Shepherds) and they do not bark all night, in fact they seldom bark. It's the little ones, in my experience, that

[UC] Re: your font?

2005-01-13 Thread BAShowell
Do Glaucoma and Cataracts qualify as eye problems? In Arial or Times New Roman it is easier to read at 10, however, try Bradley Hand TC at 10 and see if you can read it.

Re: [UC] Iron Security Bars

2005-01-13 Thread BAShowell
Is she the "official" Block Captain, elected by the neighbors and registered with the city, or a self-imposed "boss"?

Re: [UC] Iron Security Bars

2005-01-13 Thread BAShowell
Great Danes are Cat and people/children friendly. there is not a "mean" bone in their body. The myth about "fighting like cats and dogs" does not apply to The Great Danes, or a lot of otherbreeds for that matter. I have raised both dogs and cats, together. In fact our last dog had a "pet cat".

Re: [UC] Shopping at Penn (where to buy socks)

2005-01-13 Thread BAShowell
Actually Foreman Mills is at 49th and Market Streets, and the neighbors from 47th to 51st St. were furious when it moved in after tearing down houses, etc. and not notifying the Homeowners, Residents, etc. that it was coming. they saw it as an affront to their neighborhood!

Re: [UC] Shopping at Penn (where to buy socks)

2005-01-13 Thread BAShowell
It is really too bad that Penn Students feel this way, and that the University still continues to scare them. There are many Temple Students in the area, and they haven't been told how dangerous we are. ( My graduate degrees were earned at Penn, and I have been in my house WEST OF 48th STREET, EVEN

Re: [UC] Iron Security Bars

2005-01-13 Thread BAShowell
I agree with you Lizand I think the bars are ugly, especially on these old houses and for smoke alarms, motion, someone trying to get in, etc. the best, most proven alarm system is a dog, a big one, like an apartment/ house  friendly Great Dane! Imagine one burgular's face (or underpants) when

Re: [UC] In the Clearing Stands a Boxer... a letter from Michael Moore (fwd)

2005-01-08 Thread BAShowell
iI OBVIOUSLY MISSED THE EARLIER DISCUSSION ON THIS TOPIC ( OR MISSED SOMETHING SOMEWHERE) PLEASE FILL IN THE BLANKS FOR ME. You are a Republican? ,

[UC] Re:UCAL a great place to buy gifts

2005-01-08 Thread BAShowell
a great place to buy "stuff"; keep the money in the neighborhood and help UCAL which needs our help!

Re: [UC] (no subject)

2005-01-08 Thread BAShowell
...And: the prices are reasonable; it keeps the money in the neighborhood and helps THE ARTS LEAGUE.

[UC] (no subject)

2005-01-08 Thread BAShowell
Did you miss the great Craft show and Sale at the ARTS LEAGUE? Do you need a convenient place in the neighborhood to get great gifts, even at the last minute ? Did you know that the Display Case at THE ARTS LEAGUE has a "perpetual" display of items for sale made by Staff and Students? "Check it out

Re: [UC] Comet photos from west philly

2005-01-05 Thread BAShowell
NICE!! Beth A. Showell (Mr. D. Pitt's 7th Grade Astronomy Teacher)

Re: [UC] cakes, loaves, Homeboy

2004-12-21 Thread BAShowell
I do not know how, or where it originated. I do know, however, that when I was in college in the late 50's "Home Boy" or "Home Girl"  referred to someone from your home town, North, South, East or West, just as "Roomie" referred to your roommate. I had many "Home Boys" and "Home Girls"...all of us

[UC] (no subject)

2004-12-21 Thread BAShowell
Thank you to everyone who" participated" in the UCAL Craft Show, You helped to make it a success. We were able to raise money for The Arts League's  Scholarship Fund and Programs. HAPPY HOLIDAYS! Beth A.T. Showell

[UC] UCAL CRAFT SHOW

2004-12-18 Thread BAShowell
THE UCAL CRAFT SHOW WILL BE OPEN TOMORROW, SUNDAY, FROM 12 NOON TO 6 P.M. MANY OF THE INCREDIBLE ITEMS HAVE BEEN MARKED DOWN TO HALF PRICE. MOST  OF THE ITEMS HAVE BEEN DISCOUNTED. DON'T MISS THIS OPPORTUNITY TO GET FABULOUS GIFTS(for someone else or for yourself) AND TO "GIVE BACK" TO THE NEIGHBOR

[UC] Fwd: Hi, I sent you a greeting from AOL E-Cards

2004-12-18 Thread BAShowell
--- Begin Message --- To view your greeting, choose from the options below. Click on the following link: http://www.pickup.aol.egreetings.com/view.pd?i=38309264&m=5409&rr=y&source=aole999";>http://www.pickup.aol.egreetings.com/view.pd?i=38309264&m=5409&rr=y&source=aole999 OR Copy and paste the

[UC] (no subject)

2004-12-12 Thread BAShowell
THE UCAL  ANNUAL CRAFT SHOW IS UNDERWAY. WE HAVE JUST COMPLETED ONE WEEK. THIS YEAR"S SHOW IS "BETTER THAN EVER". mANY OF THE ITEMS HAVE BEEN MARKED DOWN..SOME EVEN HALF PRICE. COME SEE FOR YOURSELF. M-F 3 to 8 P.M.; Sat. & Sun. 12-6 P.M. It closes Sunday 12/19/04.

Re: [UC] UCAL Craft Show

2004-12-07 Thread BAShowell
The University City Arts League is at 4226 Spruce Street. (215) 382-7811 It is an "in-House" Show/Sale. All of the Crafts are made by Staff, Students, Facultyand other Members. We have: Pottery, Jewelry, Crocheted items, Hand Painted Silk Scarves, Flavored Vinegars, and other "foodstuffs", Photogra

[UC] UCAL Craft Show

2004-12-03 Thread BAShowell
It's that time of year again!! Crafters at the Arts League Have made the perfect gift for you to give yourself or someone else. Shop in the neighborhood. Keep the money here in the neighborhood where it will do the most good. Elegant, Unique and Reasonable are the operative words. The opening recep

Re: [UC] Bike regulations: a pedestrian speaks

2004-11-25 Thread BAShowell
Do any of the bikers on the sidewalk know it is against the law,(in Philadelphia) if you are over the age of 12? Many times when I ask the bikers on the sidewalk at the Farmer's Market to "Please walk your bike", I am totally ignored, or they look at me like there's something wrong with me. Als

Re: [UC] New produce stand in front of gas station?

2004-11-25 Thread BAShowell
Yes, there are regulations. In order to "vend" on a sidewalk other than your own you must have a Vendors/Business License from the city of Philadelphia.Wheter it is enforced or not is anyone's guess. There are also some regs., I believe, as to where you may "sell" whatever it is you are selling. Th

Re: [UC] Bush Victory

2004-11-08 Thread BAShowell
Which Bush has a higher IQ than Kerry? Not the Homer W. Bush that was in this last election! Most of the animals, dogs, cats, etc. in the neighborhood, IN MY OPINION, have to have a higher IQ than he does; why else would he say, and BELIEVE, what comes out of his mouth?

[UC] Re: [UC-Announce] Saturday 11/6: Cathy Fink and Marcy Marxer at Crossroads

2004-11-05 Thread BAShowell
CALVARY CAFE will open at 6:15 P.M. On the menu: ENTREES: Turkey Breast with Dressing, Gravy and Cranberry Sauce; Veggie Burgers; Beef Burgers with or without Cheese); Spaghetti and Meatballs; Macaroni and Cheese. SIDES: Mixed Greens; Mac and Cheese;Herbed Potatoes; Tossed Salad. DESSERTS: Assorted

[UC] Re: [UC-Announce] Friday, 10/22: Lisa Moscatiello & Rosie Shipley and Robin G...

2004-10-19 Thread BAShowell
The Calvary Cafe will be open at 6:15 P.M. I am not sure as yet what the menu will be, but I know it will be WARM and DELICIOUS as usual, as well as reasonable. I have had a request for Sweet Potato Piewill see if I have time to make it, and if the Sweet Potatoes are "ready". Beth

Re: [UC] Scavenger Alert!

2004-10-19 Thread BAShowell
Are they the "Terra cotta Spanish type and are there any still there? I need some, but cannot get over until Thurs. or Friday. I someone can stack them on a porch for me, and let me know, I will be happy to pick them up ASAP. (Or if there is an ANGEL out there who would/could stack them on my porch

Re: [UC] Tannahill Weavers at Crossroads on 10/9

2004-10-07 Thread BAShowell
Daniel, I'm sorry, I have been away from my computer for awhile.Dinner/Supper will be available starting ar 6:15 P.M. In addition to Vegetable Soup (both Vegetarian and Chicken) we will have Spaghetti, Meatballs, Meatball sandwiches, grilled Cheese Sandwiches, Salad, Beverages (Hot and Cold) an

[UC] (no subject)

2004-09-25 Thread BAShowell
If you are  looking for someone to do a good job of Fall Cleaning  (your home or office), I have a neighbor who does a fantastic job! He has given me permission to put his # on the list serv) DALE CLEANING SERVICE - LOW COST CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Dale Bickerstaff- (215) 727- 0129

Re: [UC] Girl Scouts for 11-15 year olds starting

2004-09-25 Thread BAShowell
Will this troop be open to girls of all races, ethnic groups and religions? I ask this question because we did not have a troop like that in this neighborhood when my girls were growing up.(which is contrary to Girl Scouting as I know/knew it)

[UC] Re: Twenty Five Years: Gold Standard to Abbraccio !

2004-09-25 Thread BAShowell
Anddon't forget the delicious, yet,unforgettable desserts, as well as the exhibited work of local artists.

Re: [UC] A Hot Neighborhood With a History -- Yeccch!

2004-09-25 Thread BAShowell
Where do YOU live? I have been in my house for 38 years (in University City), have graduate degrees from the University of Pennsylvania, and see an entirely different picture. Maybe it's my glasses!

[UC] (no subject)

2004-09-04 Thread BAShowell
On Saturday, Sept. 11th, along with everything else going on in University City, we will have a sale of crafts at The University City Arts League. (Same hours as the open house 12-4 P.M.) Come get your gifts for Grandparents' Day, Sept. 12th and/or start your holiday shopping early.GREAT BUYS!!

Re: [UC] Fwd: Victory on Federal Marriage Amendment in Senate!

2004-07-17 Thread BAShowell
AMEN!!

Fwd: [UC] Clark Park Festival

2004-07-05 Thread BAShowell
--- Begin Message --- This was (and still is) a private dialogue between you and I. Thank you for NOT sharing, jerk. And if you reply with my text underneath yours, just maybe I can understand what your " out of context" really is. All I DO know is that what you shared on the listserv didn'

Fwd: [UC] Clark Park Festival

2004-07-05 Thread BAShowell
--- Begin Message --- [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: In order for you to understand my comments, you have to have read the entire dialogue. Since perhaps you didn't, what you read is "out of context". Re context: You may not be aware of this, but when replying to a message, many newsreaders allow yo

Re: [UC] Clark Park Festival

2004-06-30 Thread BAShowell
IDIOT !! You just don't get it, do you?

Re: [UC] Clark Park Festival

2004-06-29 Thread BAShowell
Polluted air, very hard on anyone with respiratory problems, such as asthma!

Re: [UC] Clark Park Festival

2004-06-21 Thread BAShowell
The weather was great! However, people were not "buying" (at least not at THE ARTS LEAGUE TENT !! , I guess,we are not used to the LOUD "noise" called music by the bands, nor are we used to being forced to listen to people who can NOT sing. (The "mix" at the MAY FAIR was great, something for everyo

Re: [UC] absurd rents - # of people in a house

2004-05-04 Thread BAShowell
Anything more than 3 unrelated people living together is a rooming or boarding house, and must be zoned as such? Is that the law? Maybe Liz, you know the answer? Beth

Re: [UC] 315 S. 44th : Gardens & Absurd Rents - # of people

2004-05-04 Thread BAShowell
Liz, I know of what you speak.for example, I live next door to a basement band."punk rockers.", who can't "sing"and they also have "guests" that walk, live and sleep all over everyones roof!...

[UC] Re: Sunday waffle chef at Abbraccio

2004-05-04 Thread BAShowell
Roger, I don't know about the others, but help is needed. Sunday, May 9th is MOTHER'S DAY,  and the day after the Clark Park May Fair. Some of us are busy, and will also be tired! Beth

Re: [UC] why plant trees under-wire?

2004-05-04 Thread BAShowell
Ailanthus altissima, Tree of Heaven, also "The tree tThat Grows in Brooklyn", for those of us old enough to remember the movieT

Re: [UC] re: [uc] street trees

2004-05-04 Thread BAShowell
Only the FEMALE GINGKOS (pronounced with a "soft G") have fruiting bodies. MALE Gingkos are straight, grow tall, like a feather, and are beautiful, but offer little shade! They, too, came from China, and are LIVING FOSSILS!

[UC] (no subject)

2004-03-25 Thread BAShowell
The White Seal Cleaners in the 4900 block of Baltimore Ave., (right next to the Launromat, which they also own) and  is a family owned and run business. They do all of their work on premises. There is also a "Tailor" on premises, who also sews on buttons, makes repairs, etc. The proprietor's name

[UC] Fwd: Fw: God Speaks

2004-02-26 Thread BAShowell
--- Begin Message --- Note: forwarded message attached. Do you Yahoo!? Yahoo! Finance: Get your refund fast by filing online --- Begin Message --- Note: forwarded message attached. __ Do you Yahoo!? Yahoo! Finance: Get your refund fast by filing online. http://t

[UC] Fwd: The Hospital Bed

2004-02-17 Thread BAShowell
--- Begin Message ---   Nice story.  Good to keep in mindTHE HOSPITAL WINDOW A great note for all to read it will take just 37 seconds to read this and change your thinking. Two men, both seriously ill, occupied the same hospital room. One man was allowed to sit up in his bed for an hour

[UC] Fwd: Fashion Advice

2004-02-17 Thread BAShowell
--- Begin Message --- I'm sending this to keep all of my senior friends (and not so senior ones) from making a fashion mistake. Despite what you may have seen on  the streets, the following combinations DO NOT go together:    A nose ring and bifocals    Spiked hair and bald spots    A pierced t

[UC] (no subject)

2004-01-22 Thread BAShowell
Sat. 1/24/04 Calvary Cafe will open  at 6:15 P.M. Concert at 7:30 P.M. The MENU is: A SMORGASBORD Combination Platter: (Best Value)  Entree, 2 sides, beverage and dessert-$5.00 A La carte: Entrees:  $3.50 each; Sides- $1.00; Beverages- $1.00: Desserts- $1.00 Entrees:  Turkey Burgers; Veggie Burgers

Re: [UC] RE: Gentrification

2004-01-22 Thread BAShowell
Which means GENTRIFICATION is not always a "bad" thing.. I have been in my house for 37  years and 5 months Others have complained about gentrification..no complaints from me until it stops!

[UC] (no subject)

2004-01-20 Thread BAShowell
I constantly see the word GENTRIFICATION  being used as titles in all of this information about the "History" of University citybut am confused because the word gentrification has a different, usually negative, meaning to most "folks". Will someone please clarify this word, or what you are talk

[UC] Fwd: Light Humor from South Florida

2003-12-26 Thread BAShowell
Hope you get a "chuckle" out of this... --- Begin Message --- Note: forwarded message attached. Do you Yahoo!? New Yahoo! Photos - easier uploading and sharing --- Begin Message --- --- Begin Message --- Happy Holidays. I have been told Woody demonstrated his superior skill and maintained hi

[UC] "Lost" cell phone-a SAFETY issue

2003-12-26 Thread BAShowell
Hope everyone is having a good holiday. We are a bit "distressed".. On Wednesday, 12/24/03 my daughter, Christina, took out her cell phone to check the time against her watch while waiting for the #34 trolley. It was a few minutes after 5 a.m. She put her phone back in its case and put them in

[UC] (no subject)

2003-12-10 Thread BAShowell
There is a Craft Show and Sale at The Arts League (4226 Spruce St. - 215 382-7811)  that is absolutely fabulous! The Art work and the Crafts are ELEGANT, UNIQUE and REASONABLE. It is open from 4 to 8 P.M. Monday through Friday and 12 Noon to 6 P.M. Saturday and Sunday - (except Dec. 14th, when it w