Just when you thought you’d figured wine out, a new style of wine hits the scene and it’s time to catch up or you’ll be left behind. Enter: skin-contact wine. You may have noticed a new category listed on your favorite restaurant’s wine list, or an unfamiliar array of wine colors on the retail shelves. Don’t fret! Skin-contact wine, which is commonly referred to as “orange wine,” has been around for centuries but really became mainstream in the last decade. So what made this rare, ancient way of making wine the most asked for wine over the last few years? Was it the growing presence on trendy wine lists and retail stores? Are we to thank Action Bronson and his love of French natural wine bars? It doesn’t matter! Skin-contact wine is here to stay.
Don’t be alarmed when you hear the terms skincontact and orange wine being used interchangeably. When it came to brand marketing, the term “orange wine” won the popularity contest and the rest was history. Wine professionals prefer to use the term skin-contact because “orange wine” creates a whole slew of confusion: First, the wine is not made from oranges, it’s made from white wine grapes, and second, it has a range of colors outside of orange so the name can be quite misleading.
Any wine that has color – think rosé or red – gets its color from the maceration process. That’s when the grape juice and skins are fermented together for an
extended period of time. When making a red wine, maceration can take anywhere from a week up to six months to complete. Similar to red wine, rosé is made by leaving the pressed red grape juice in contact with the red grape skins. The primary difference is less maceration time when making rosé – typically six to 12 hours. When this same maceration technique is used with a minimum of one day to several months using white grapes, a skin-contact or orange wine is produced.
No skin-contact wine is the same, but what never changes is the uniqueness of this style of wine. But the reality is, there’s something about skincontact wine that does not appeal to everyone. It’s like the cilantro of wine. The birkenstocks with socks of wine. It’s a bit polarizing for some. But
those who love it, love it in excess. Skin-contact wines always keep you guessing. Each time you take a sip, the flavors can be wildly different.
It’s important to not serve skin-contact wine too chilled. The texture and tannin structure can be a bit aggressive if you drink it too cold, similar to drinking a tannic red wine too chilled. And much like a red wine, skin-contact whites could use a little time in a decanter.
“First, the wine is not made from oranges, it’s made from white wine grapes, and second, it has a range of colors outside of orange so the name can be quite misleading.”
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by Ted Scheinman
A friend sent me a copy of a small paperback, “Camp Austen.” It was short, I love Jane Austen’s fiction, and while I didn’t have high hopes I picked it up, idly as the famed writer might say, one rainy afternoon.
Imagine my surprise when it turned out not just to be a fun and fascinating read, but that it provided fodder for thought, a question I’d never asked myself before: if I had to pick only one set of books, would it be the novels of Jane Austen, or of the Brontë sisters?
First, though, to Ted Scheinman’s book. Scheinman’s mother is a “superfan,” a lecturer, expert, and regular at what turns out is the equivalent of the Comicon or Trekker Convention of Austen fans. Worldwide, gatherings are held from weekend extravaganzas to weeklong “camps” at which fans of Austen novels gather to discuss, debate, role play, and live in the late 18th and early 19th century, affecting the clothing, foods, manners, dances and social affairs of their favorite novels and characters.
Now, were I to have to lived in an historic period, and assuming it would be at a social status above that of scullery maid, I’d have to say the Austen era would be one of my primary choices. The clothing was elegant yet comfortable – at least for the women, while the men’s was attractive, if not quite as easy to wear. The food was tolerable, women were expected to be reasonably well-educated, and riding, games, balls, reading and other amusements weren’t unpleasant.
But I was, I admit, shocked to learn that people actually got together to spend hours, day, nay, weeks simply considering the work of a young woman who wrote 200 years ago – and whose books were about nothing more complex than love, romance, wealth, gossip and goodness. Not religious goodness, but about those qualities that – by example of the characters alone – helps us discern whether this person would have been someone worth knowing, or an intolerable ass.
As Scheinman unfolds his week as one of the precious few males – and therefore all the more precious! – at Camp Austen, he opens the door for us so we can peek at the world of people for whom Austen has become a figure of such devotion. And he helps us understand why.
Jane Austen wrote 6 novels, of which Sense and Sensibility (1811), Pride and Prejudice (1813) and Emma (1816) are probably best known, while Persuasion (published posthumously in 1818) and Mansfield Park (1814) gained more notoriety thanks to films, and Northanger Abbey (published posthumously in 1818) is one of my personal favorites.
Most young people, especially young women, discover the novels of Jane Austen at some point in their “tweens,” which, it turns out, is when she began to write, experimenting with sardonic and ironic sketches in Juvenilia as young as age 12. As Scheinman points out, hers are the kind of books most fans will read multiple times in
Plus: Janeites vs. Bontë Fans et al
“Fans of Austen novels gather to discuss, debate, role play, and live in the late 18th and early 19th century, affecting the clothing, foods, manners, dances and social affairs of their favorite novels and characters.”
their lives, finding something new to value with each reading. Among other things to admire, the writer has written beyond the very obvious styles, tastes and manners of her era and into the heart of human relations, objecting to the limitations placed on young people, male and female, of being forced aside feelings and intellect for wealth and position, and the degradation for all people when genuine heart and strength are put second to where, and to whom, one was born.
Aside from the fun of reading the book – Scheinman writes with a whiff of period style – I was surprised to discover that fans of older fiction can be as wildly devoted to their subject as Manga or Anime kids; Marvel Comic lovers; or even the Trekkers (they are not Trekkies!) of way back in the last century! Austen is not the only writer who has garnered such fandom.
Among others, The Harry Potter series, Tolkien, Thackeray, Melville, Dickenson, Poe, Fitzgerald – heck, Sophocles has a fan club!
Now, granted, other than authors such as J. K. Rowling and J.R.R. Tolkien, there’s not as much in the way of dressing up and gathering for cosplay associated with the fiction (though Fitzgerald’s Jazz Age might make a good candidate, not to mention the horror/ gloom of Poe or the whalers of Melville), but as much as I privately covet my collections of many (well, okay, most) of these authors and many others as well, I never thought to dress up as one of my favorite characters and actually attend a camp or convention. It might, however, be worth investigating!
As I was reading Scheinman’s book, and discovering the world of Austen fandom, I began to think about the Brontë’s and other beloved books of that Empire-waisted, loosely-tied cravat era. And I began to play with the question: Austen, or Brontë? The Brontë’s were being born around the time that Jane Austen died (1816), so while they are often loved by the same audience, Jane was writing about the Empire period, and the Brontës were heading into the Victorian era.
And while Jane Austen wrote about, often with irony and great wit, matters of the heart with a more flip and frivolous nature, the Brontë’s, with Jane Eyre (Charlotte Brontë, 1847 under the pen name Currer Bell), Wuthering Heights (Emily Brontë, 1847 under the pen name Ellis Bell) and The Tenant of Wildfell Hall (Anne Brontë, 1848) wrote more deep, dark, and “romantic” works. And some of the film versions of the books have been classic romances.
Yet, though they were not contemporaneous, as it turns out, the question was not mine alone, and many a reader has wondered the same. Without much consideration, I would have cast my vote for the Brontë’s, loving as I did the depth and complexity, the passion and angst, of the characters that populated the blasted heaths and barren moors of the North.
But as I read Scheinman’s book with growing enjoyment, and then watched almost every version of the various Austen films made over the years (as early as 1940, Greer Garson and Laurence Olivier starred in Pride and Prejudice), I had to put my first decision aside and opt for another choice: I can’t decide.
And that, she wrote, with a flourish of her pen, is that.
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I wrote about sodium several months ago but because I continue to see a low salt diet mentioned in every consult note I get from other doctors and even in my own literature we give out to patients I am compelled to bring even more evidence that limiting your salt intake is not the most important component to improve your health. I happen to think that if you take diuretics to lower your blood pressure or if you sweat a lot via activity or sauna that you should replace your lost electrolytes. That’s not very controversial. Luckily, you can have the major electrolytes measured anytime you want. Unluckily, the measurement reflects plasma levels of the electrolytes not the true total body amount but it’s better than nothing.
I reviewed three articles that point out that low-sodium intakes are not associated with lower blood pressure. The first study was the Framingham Offspring study.
Framingham is the longest and largest longitudinal study ever done in America. Their conclusion from following 2,362 adults aged 30-64 was “Sodium intake was not associated with CVD risk within the range of intakes generally consumed by these participants. In contrast, higher intakes of both potassium and magnesium were inversely associated with risk of CVD.” See the details here. https://academic.oup.com/ cdn/article/4/Supplement_2/1476/5845928
The next nail in the sodium is bad for you coffin comes from this study, PMID: 33314019 “Effects of low sodium diet vs. high sodium diet on blood pressure reading aldosterone catecholamines cholesterol triglyceride” In this study the differences in blood pressure between the groups were minuscule, not tiny, miniscule. Their exact number was, in white participants, sodium reduction resulted in mean arterial pressure reduction of 0.4 mL of mercury and 4 mm of mercury in people with hypertension. So if your blood pressure is 200/100 and you adopt a low sodium diet you will now have 196/98. Is that going to prevent a stroke or heart attack? As the authors conclude, “weak evidence indicates these effects may be a little greater in black and Asian people.” They further point out that the effect of sodium reduction on potential side effects or among the lipids were more consistent than the effect on blood pressure.”
Translation = the negative side effects were more consistent than the benefits.
Yes, there are dangers to
a low sodium diet see August 2022 Tablehopping for that run through.
Next up is a study called INTERSALT...an International study of electrolyte excretion in blood pressure results for 24 hour urinary sodium and potassium excretion. Type PMID: 3416162 into your browser to be brought directly to the study.
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“I reviewed three articles that point out that low-sodium intakes are not associated with lower blood pressure.”
Cut the carbs to lower blood pressure
In this large study body mass index and heavy alcohol intake has a strong significant independent relationship with blood pressure in individual subjects.
The INTERSALT group studied 10,079 men and women aged 20 to 60 from 52 centers around the world. The results are a bit dense. “Sodium excretion ranged from 0.2 mmol/24 h (Yanomamo Indians, Brazil) to 242 mmol/24 h (north China).
In individual subjects (within centres) it was significantly related to blood pressure. Four centres found very low sodium excretion, low blood pressure, and little or no upward slope of blood pressure with age. Across the other 48 centres, sodium was significantly related to the slope of blood pressure with age but not to median blood pressure or prevalence of high blood pressure. Potassium excretion was negatively correlated with blood pressure in individual subjects after adjustment for confounding variables. Across centres there was no consistent association. Bottom line is the last line...across centres there was no consistent association between salt excretion and blood pressure. Salt excretion is a measure of salt intake. Different slants in this study have been used by both sides of the argument and if that’s possible that means the argument for salt
restriction can’t be that compelling.
Finally, from the Cochrane Review, a respected independent reviewer of the medical literature...after collating all available data they concluded, ”Despite collating more event data than previous systematic reviews of randomized controlled trials, there is insufficient power to confirm clinically important effects of dietary advice and salt substitution on cardiovascular mortality in normotensive or hypertensive populations.”
If you want to lower your blood pressure, the science says lose weight and stop drinking heavily, add more potassium and magnesium to your diet and cut the carbs and you will have better health and a lower risk for heart disease and stroke. The easiest intervention is to get “lite” salt or “lo-salt” which replaces some of the sodium with potassium. The addition of the potassium is much more important than taking the sodium away. Of course check with your doctor blah, blah...but don’t feel so guilty putting that salt on the corn on the cob.
Until next month...get well and stay well.
“We need to scare the **** out of people. And make them laugh!”
Does that sound like a tall order? Not for The Fright Nights. With high ceilings, an old brick facade, lots of
room to create maze-filled houses, a ship, creatures that soar overhead and dark, creepy corners, the place seemed designed to be what its creators had in mind: the scare of the century.
The tradition of a “haunted house” goes back all the way to ancient times, and hauntings, especially of specific houses or locations, have been recorded in such varied places as Rome, Japan, and certainly central to the British Isles, where Madame
Tussaud’s London Wax Museum opened in the early 1800’s capitalized on the idea that ghosts and ghouls could be entertaining as well as frightening.
Under owner/operator Grazzi Zazzara, Fright Nights has been in the business of getting a scream or a laugh out of Central New Yorkers for over 20 years, but up until a couple of years ago, that meant setting up and breaking down an enormous number of features each year at a seasonal Fairgrounds venue. Now, with its permanent location and over 80K square feet at its disposal, there’s no limit but the imagination of Zazzara’s team of fiendishly frightful actors, designers, costumers, builders, and sound people.
Ranked in the Top 15 Haunted Houses in the country, Zazzara explains that The Fright Nights, while the names of the Houses don’t change, don’t expect to find that they’ll be identical to last year – nor will they be the same next season. “We keep finding ways to improve and innovate. Our goal this year was to add movement.”
Calling upon the extraordinarily rich and deep talents of John Thomas, who brings years of experience as an ironworker, welder, electrician, and all-round magician with things mechanical, Zazzara drops a hint that this year, making things move is the goal.
And Zazzara stresses that this year’s emphasis on “movement” extends to just about every nook and cranny in the place. It’s a rat, a snake, a doll, a spectre. But it’s a running rat, a slithering snake, a dancing doll, and a shimmering spectre. And they’re never quite where – or when – you expect them.
Also new is that this year Penny’s Playhouse, which featured those evil clowns that are a guaranteed terror, will showcase Cage Fighting Clowns – Buddy, representing the younger generation, and Psycho, a new generation of clown, and they’re fighting it out to scare you.
One of my favorite things about The Fright Nights is that in that time-honored way of great entertainment – “there’s something for everybody!”
We’ve told you about the clowns, but if it’s monstrous creatures that you favor, Jurassic Dark invites you to explore the world of ancient dinosaurs and wandering zombies; Lady Lamson would love to take you for a sail on her cursed voyage of horror; or if you like your terror with a taste of the kinetic, how about a slide into the gates of Hell to see what the Devil is up to when you...drop in? My favorite is always the haunted house, and Burgen Manor is a maze of room and halls and dolls and dreams and even a cute little torture chamber.
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Upon its release in December 2009, AVATAR became a global phenomenon. Effects-driven adventures were already permeating throughout popular culture, but this was different. Despite displaying a number of typical tropes of the genre, James Cameron’s expansive and stunningly beautiful actioner felt entirely new. I distinctly remember sitting in the theater with my jaw hanging wide, blown away by the cutting edge and flawless effects that unfolded over the course of nearly three thrilling hours.
With a sequel (THE WAY OF WATER) finally lurking just around the corner (December 16) AVATAR returned to the big screen this September. It was staggering to realize that an entire generation has grown up in-between the release of the two films. My daughter was just five months old when AVATAR debuted and now she is 13 years-old and couldn’t wait to see it on the big screen. Not just the sequel, mind you, she wanted to see the original on the big screen. It’s one thing to see the gap between 2009 and 2022 written on paper, it’s quite another to see it staring you in the
Sure, you could watch AVATAR at home a billion times in 4K if you wanted to, but there is just something different about seeing it in theaters. It is the type of movie miracle that begs to be seen on the big screen with the surround sound on blast. Watching it all these years later, it takes me
back to 2009, and reminds me why this remains the highest grossing film of all time.
AVATAR was more than just special effects, and that remains apparent in subsequent viewings. This was a world meticulously created by Cameron, and every frame possessed nuances that were virtually impossible to fully grasp upon initial viewing. It was a spectacle that is bright, lush, and mysterious filled with unique characters and memorable creatures. It possessed folky elements that were comfortingly familiar (I’m looking at you, Tree of Souls) and would then transition to invigorating originality that kept us perched firmly at the edge of our seats. Now that we are roughly 297 projects into the Marvel Cinematic Universe and have seen countless bombastic battles and brilliantly choreographed action sequences, it takes a lot to stand out. Yet, those that unfurl in AVATAR remain top-notch. Seeing them again on the big screen was affirmation of something that I’ve known for the last 13 years; AVATAR is something special.
Given the amount of time that has passed since its original release, I see AVATAR’s return to theaters not only as a cash-grab (I mean, it is certainly that) but also, a way to remind audiences how the world of Pandora was meant to be seen. The aforementioned generation that has now grown will have the opportunity to soak it in before the sequel, and will be able to decide for themselves where it stands in the modern movie world. Cameron has remained adamant that AVATAR: THE WAY OF WATER would not be released until he could make the film he wanted, and now we are going to see his passion brought to fruition. In a couple of short months, the world will know if it was worth the wait.
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As I have discussed many times over the past 20 years, there is something inherently fascinating about a film or a television series that can entertain with the barest of casts. EX MACHINA is a project that immediately jumps to mind when compiling a list of the best examples of this. I revisited Alex Garland’s sci-fi masterpiece last month, and was once again blown away. I know everybody goes nuts when the Avengers assemble, but sometimes, I just want to see that a story can be told with very few involved.
Joe Weisberg and Joel Fields, the duo behind the magnificent series THE AMERICANS, are back with a vengeance in the new Hulu series THE PATIENT. Starring a subdued Steve Carrell and a seething Domnhall Gleeson (EX MACHINA) the psychological thriller is a slow-burn exercise in tension and terror.
Carrell plays successful psychologist Alan Strauss. Though still reeling from the loss of his wife, Alan has a gentle and serene demeanor, one that allows him to grow close and comfortable with his clients. When he first meets Gene (Gleeson) the new patient explains that he read Alan’s book, and thought he may be able to help him through some of his complex issues. Their rapport is pleasant, but after a couple of sessions, Alan admits that he feels as if Gene is holding back. He doesn’t seem particularly willing or interested into digging into the true nature of his inner struggles, and Alan questions what he hopes to gain by attending therapy.
A short time later, Alan wakes up in an unfamiliar room, chained to the floor. He is about to find out exactly why Gene, whose real name is Sam, sought treatment.
Rather than draw out Sam’s possible affliction, we learn right away that he is a serial killer who longs to find a way to stop. He doesn’t particularly like what he does, although, he admits, every person he has slain has deserved it. Still, he understands that this isn’t exactly the type of hobby he should continue to pursue. Though he is a card-carrying member of Kenny Chesney’s “No Shoes Nation,” and embraces the community’s vibe of happiness and love, he won’t hesitate to strike down anyone who proves that they deserve to be taught a lesson.
Though there are other characters and performers featured on THE PATIENT,
revealing some of these would lead us dangerously close into spoiler territory, and with this type of series, the less you know, the better. The most important thing to understand is that a great deal of the tight running time of each episode (all under 30 minutes) is spent in Sam’s basement, with Alan and his patient trying to stop a murder
from occurring. With a thick chain around his ankle and fear in his eyes, Carrell is a far cry from Michael Scott and Gru. His restrained and powerful performance, paired with his unforgettable turn in FOXCATCHER, illustrates that the actor can deliver on a seemingly limitless range of characters. Meanwhile, Gleeson is a tour-de-force as the tortured and frightening Sam. He seems like a downright decent guy when he brings Alan elaborate takeout dinners like pho, and genuinely seems intent on suppressing his murderous impulses. Then, you remember, as he shares the soup and discusses his demons, that he has his doctor chained to the floor with no real hope of escape. His vacant, dead-behindthe-eyes expressions are chilling, even when he is not uttering a word. It is in these moments that THE PATIENT shines, and proves that you don’t have to be Dexter Morgan to be an interesting and complex killer.
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I don’t know how they do it but I’m telling you that every time I go to A Mano Kitchen & Bar, I am somehow even more impressed than the time before! This is honestly quite the amazing feat considering how great they were even that very first visit! At A Mano they have managed to take the simplest ideas of culinary principals, using the best local and important ingredients and making just about everything from scratch in-house, and they have turned it into an absolutely amazing dining experience. Their menus change and evolve with the seasons insuring only the freshest dishes and their specials are always incredible! A Mano is located in the Icon Tower at 344 S. Warren St. in the heart of Downtown Syracuse and they are open Wednesday through Saturday from 4:30 pm to 9:30 pm. Although reservations are not required, they are highly encouraged, particularly on the weekends. To make reservations or to place a take away order give them a call at (315) 303-1630 or check out their website at www. amanosyr.com.
Believe me when I tell you that A Mano is the perfect place to go to no matter what
you are looking for! Whether you are looking to meet up with a friend for a craft cocktail and pizza, a cozy date night with wine and dessert, or even a meal with the whole family, A mano has got you covered! The spacious get still cozy atmosphere can transform into whatever you are looking for! One thing I love about A Mano is that although the restaurant is always busy they still provide amazing service and you never feel like you are being rushed. I also really appreciate that they have made fine dining at a price point that allows
just about anybody to enjoy their cusines! I would say that at A Mano they really take a hands on approach to making sure their guests leave happy and full! This makes perfect sense when you consider that A mano means “by hand.” This phrase is simple and yet so elegant. This name is the embodiment of everything you will find
at A Mano Kitchen & Bar because as you might have guessed everything is made by hand. From the freshly made pasta to the hand tossed pizzas, right down to the homemade butter. They have adopted a fitting description for their style of cuisine – Modern American with an Italian Soul.
At A Mano Kitchen & Bar the food is really the star of the show! You just have to try the Bruleed Goat Cheese served with figs, honey, thyme, and herbed garlic bread because it just tastes like all of the best parts of fall. If you are a hand-tossed, wood fired pizza lover (and frankly, who isn’t?) then you won’t want to miss out on the Fig and prosciutto pizza with fig jam, hand dipped ricotta, prosciutto and thyme or the Trapanese with almond and tomato pesto, fresh mozzarella, provolone, and basil. You absolutely can’t beat the handmade pasta at A Mano and I absolutely have to recommend the Maccheroncini di Campofilone with fresh capellini, pork & bean ragu, and topped with parmigiana and herbs. You also can’t go wrong with
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one of the amazing pasta specials like Brie pansotti (brie filled, wood fired grapes, pistachios and fennel). One last bit of advice is to always save room for one of the scrumptious desserts!
Kyle and I were super excited for our trip to A Mano, not only because we had a babysitter but also because we just love it there! Something about the intoxicating smells emanating from the kitchen or pizza oven, the soft lighting, and the welcoming tables immediately puts me in a good mood!
When our friendly server read us the evenings specials I knew we were in for a real treat! We began our meal with an order of the Calamari, a dish of hand breaded and gently fried calamari served with long hot agro dolce and lemon aioli. We both really enjoyed the sweet and spicy flavor that the agro dolce added to the dish especially when paired with the zesty lemon aioli. We also just had to try the meatballs or Polpette as they are called, hand rolled pork and veal meatballs and smothered in sauce arrabiata, and served on a bed of perfectly whipped ricotta. Even the bread baskets are a thing of beauty at A Mano. They are served with different types of freshly baked bread (Italian and focaccia), handcrafted butter (it was cinnamon this time) and even adult cheese-its that are to die for! For an entrée I couldn’t pass up the Chicken Milanese alla Antipasto a breaded chicken breast, whipped mascarpone, prosciutto, gem lettuce, creamy Italian dressing. I also had to have an order of Long Hot Peppers
cooked to order, rare in his case, and served with grilled lemon, potatoes, and three different types of sauces including horseradish cream sauce, porcini peppercorn sauce and salsa verde. I may have taken a few bites and I can confirm this steak melted in my mouth – 10 out of 10! I also have to tell you that the potatoes are a must order everytime we go – I try to make them at home but never seem to get it right and I just love the colors. We were full but still had a sitter for a little longer so we ended our meal with the most perfect slice of White chocolate cheesecake topped with grindstone farms blueberries.
At A Mano Kitchen & Bar they are focused on providing you with a unique dining experience that you can’t find anywhere else in town. The menu is always evolving to make sure the best of the season is served to every guest so be sure to look out for new things! Check them out on Facebook to keep up with their yummy daily specials and special events and visit their website at www.amanosyr.com. Better yet, head over to A Mano today and experience the “handmade” difference!
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Before I ever saw the 1939 MGM classic “The Wizard of Oz,” I had read the book. Well, several books, and not “The Wonderful Wizard of Oz” (the book upon which the movie is based, and the first book in a series). Rather, I had read “Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz,” “Ozma of Oz,” and “The Emerald City of Oz.” Later, of course, I also read the book that began the adventure – and all before ever moving to Syracuse, who gladly welcomed the writer from his hometown of Chittenango, New York, as a celebrity townie, since his family moved to Mattydale after his father’s successful business enterprises entitled them to an estate named Rose Lawn.
Gifted by his father with a printing press in his youthful years, Baum began churning out amateur journals, and eventually a book dedicated to Hamburg chickens, their care and feeding. After some time in theatre, he began to work at his brother-in-law’s dry goods store in Syracuse, though he eventually returned to his beloved boards when his father built him his own small theatre, where he wrote and performed. When he married Maud Gage, daughter of Matilda Joslyn Gage – the Cicero-born suffragist and women’s reform leader – his connection to Syracuse
The Lyman Frank Bauman Foundation of Syracuse in cooperation with The Marriott Downtown presents: The Wicked Witch of the West’s Halloween Bash!
I met with foundation Executive Director Kathleen Sorbello Di Scenna several years ago, as the Lyman Frank Baum Foundation was gearing up for what would eventually become a collection of memorabilia, a home of rotating exhibits at the Marriott Syracuse Downtown, and a series of events from a bus tour, to the happy subject of our story today: the Wicked Witch of the West’s Halloween Bash! Kathleen contacted me to share the news that you’re all invited for a wicked good time!
The event will be held in the Persian Terrace, and will be just as the name implies – a bash!
Children of all ages are welcome to attend, free, and come dressed as a favorite Oz character (or a Halloween costume of choice) if desired. While there is no fee, donations are welcome, and guests are urged to bring nonperishable food items to donate to the Food Bank of CNY.
The events kick off at noon with the presentation of the Golden Cap Award to Mike Lykins, and at 12-1:30pm the Girl Scouts and Scouts BSA will be selling baked goods, as Scout Leader Katie Haberer shares what it means to be a Scout and all that can be accomplished.
Meanwhile, the Wicked Witch of the West wants her sister’s Silver Shoes back – and you’ll be locked up if you can’t guess where they are! Yep, it’s a lock-up event; register a donation at the door for your get-out-of-jail pass code, or try to guess where the Silver Shoes may be hiding.
At 2pm, Daniel Ciciarelli, 3rd Ward Councilman, Town of Salina, will describe the Town of Salina Museum’s activities together with the Lyman Frank Baum Foundation, Inc.
That will lead into an interview with special Halloween Guests - Tim Fox, Executive Producer at WSYR Channel 9, and stars of Baron Daemon and His Buddies, Mike Price (Baron Daemon) and Dennis Calkins (Very Harry).
At 4pm, the Raffle begins, followed by the Wizard of Oz Costume Contest (4 age group categories: 5-11, 12-16, Adults, Family). And finally, you’ll have your chance to have your photo taken with the Wicked Witch herself!
So, gather your courage, warm your heart, put on your thinking cap, tap your heels together, and get ready for a wicked good bash, Oz Style!
by nanCy roberts
There has been a bit of chatter in recent months about “social credit score,” what it is, whether it’s “real,” and if it’s friend or foe.
In brief, the system is reportedly in practice in China (the government of the People’s Republic of China). “The social credit initiative calls for the establishment of a record system so that businesses, individuals and government institutions can be tracked and evaluated for trustworthiness.”
Initiated in 2009, a national pilot program is said to have been launched in 2014 with 8 credit
scoring organizations.
Needless to say, the concept has resulted in quite a lot of discussion, and not a little disagreement, about whether such a system is a positive, or a negative, and whether the end result is better citizen behavior, or more government control of citizens. Or all of those.
What’s indisputable is that the technology exists to track (and rate) individual’s behavior. Naturally, there will always be some who fly under the radar, refusing to use anything but cash, not owning a cell phone, and living off the “grid.” But such cases are rare, and most of us leave immense digital footprints that, though they are many, for computers they’re fairly easy to sort, quantify, and qualify.
Not long ago, I attended an event at which “no cash” was accepted. I was somewhat surprised, given that cash is the “legal tender” and is supposed to be accepted for any financial transaction. Not too much later, I went to another event where “no credit cards” were accepted, only cash. This got me thinking about how much information we do leave in our tracks as we go about our daily lives.
Our phones, which handily can track our steps and map our destinations can therefore pinpoint our location at any given time, and record how many miles we travel in a day, how many miles our car gets per gallon, and, one would gather, how many steps we take in a day (a means of monitoring health). While phones have long since been able to keep track of how many minutes a day our household spend on a phone, the newer personal phones can track a great deal more than that.
Do we eat a lot of fast food? Do we donate – and if so, to whom or what causes? Are we spending a lot of time on social media, and if so, with what platforms, and which “influencers” are we paying attention to?
Since most of us are connected to streaming services now, what kind of entertainment are we watching, and how many minutes (or hours) per day are we
“There is little we do these days that can’t be noted, and couldn’t be used to create a “plus” or a “minus” for us, depending on who decides what is good or bad activity.”
involved with it?
You get the idea. There is little we do these days that can’t be noted, and couldn’t be used to create a “plus” or a “minus” for us, depending on who decides what is good or bad activity.
And this, of course, is where the discussion arises about the very idea of a “social credit score.” We’ve long since accepted the idea that our financial credit score is tracked, and what we do – whether we pay our bills on time, how much credit do we carry, what do we earn – is noted and creates a number that is associated with us, and denotes us a good or bad credit risk. And that can determine whether we get a loan for a new car, or a home mortgage.
But what about our social behavior? Is giving to a political cause a positive or a negative, or does that depend on what political cause we give to? How many square feet of living space is our “fair share?” Do we really need a huge SUV, or could we get
by using the bus? How many visits to bars or liquor stores do we make per week, and is that a health risk? Do we weigh too much, get too much fast food, stop by the bakery too often? Or can we read a social credit score as an indicator that a particular person really is being selfish, greedy, or posing a risk to his fellow citizens? Would such indicators possibly halt a violent incident in the making because
But the idea of a “social credit score” is one we should be familiar with, if indeed reports of it being enabled in China are true – and one we should be prepared to harness if need be, and use only for good. Unless, of course, the horse is already out of the barn.
powerful to be in the hands
“The social credit initiative calls for the establishment of a record system so that businesses, individuals and government institutions can be tracked and evaluated for trustworthiness.”
by CHuCk sCHieLe
The Acoustic Guitar Project is a traveling music series where the guitar goes on tour, visiting cities around the world. The idea is to provide local songwriters with this guitar and a recording device. Over the span of one week, the songwriter is tasked with writing a song on this guitar. From there they are to record their song, with no accompaniment, no editing – just one honest take of the song which will make its way to their website to be shared with the world. Each participating artist signs the guitar, making the guitar into a sort of “clubhouse” for those participating. Further, a concert is held featuring the annual installment of writers taking part in the project. At the time of this article the official announcement for the show still remains to be made, but, I can tell you it’s coming this fall.
The guitar and the project makes its way to Syracuse though the stride and support of Jeffrey Pepper Rodgers, revered as one of the area’s top songwriter’s, playing in several projects. He also has a significant history working with Acoustic Guitar Magazine where he became aware of the Acoustic Guitar Project, and thus became involved.
Chuck Schiele: This is a great project in that it involves music, the artists who are involved, and the idea of community and sharing in a unique way. It’s a cool thing for the city, in my opinion. Please tell us about the spirit of the project from your perspective.
Jeffrey Pepper Rodgers: To me, the project is about celebrating creativity and the local music community. I love how it simply inspires – and challenges! – musicians to write a song just for the sake of creating, and how it shines a light on the original music being made in a particular community.
CS: How long have you been involved with the project? How did all this happen?
JPR: I met project founder Dave Adams back in 2013. Acoustic Guitar magazine
Ashley Cox Gary Frenay Joe Driscoll
asked me to write a story about the project, which started in New York City and was spreading around the world.
Dave and I stayed in touch afterward and ran into each other at a few music conferences. At one point I said to him, “It would be so cool to do something like this in Syracuse. We’ve got so many great songwriters.” I’d been hosting a songwriter concert series at Jazz Central in Syracuse, and I was blown away by the local talent. I wasn’t seriously thinking we could do a project here, though – I mean, the other cities were places like NYC, LA, Helsinki, Buenos Aires... I didn’t think Syracuse would be considered big enough to join that list.
But without missing a beat, Dave said, “Let’s do it.” Next thing I knew, a guitar maker in Maryland (Minor Bird) donated a guitar for us, and we did our first project in 2014. And we’re still at it. We now have one of the longestrunning projects in the world.
CS: Who are some of the people that have been involved in this project over the years? Who has “signed” the guitar, so-to-speak?
JPR: Bob Halligan Jr., Donna Colton and Sam Patterelli, John Cadley, Phil Grajko, Colleen Kattau, Ashley Cox, Corey Paige, Todd Hobin, Colin Aberdeen...so many great Central New York artists. We’ve had 45 songs written on our guitar! You can hear them all on the Acoustic Guitar Project website.
CS: Please share with us some of the songs that come to highlight in your recall.
JPR: Mike Powell’s “Twenty One Rounds” is such a powerful song and remains a standout in his repertoire... Leo Crandall wrote a haunting song called “Handbreadth,” and I’m so glad we were able to have his voice in this project before he passed... I get to play guitar with Wendy Ramsay on her project song “Here and Now” and just love that one... John McConnell plays a lefty guitar but actually took the challenge of writing his song, “Circles Again,” on a righty guitar that was upside down for him! Still can’t believe he managed that so well.
CS: What was your song called when you had your turn?
JPR: My song is “Till I’m Alone with You,” which I ultimately released as a single.
CS: There’s a show featuring the next installment of Central New York songwriters on the way. What can you tell us about it?
JPR: This is our eighth season and we’ll hit 50 songs, which is an amazing milestone. The guitar top is getting quite crowded with signatures! We don’t announce the songwriters until they’ve completed their songs – which is in progress right now. But on November 18 at the Folkus Project in Syracuse, all of this year’s project songwriters will come together for our special annual concert.
CS: Is there a specific process by which you select the participating artists? How can we stay in touch with the project and the future of it.
JPR: Every year, I just shoot for a mix of styles, ages, men and women... Even after 50
songwriters, there are still quite a few I’d love to have in the project. The wish list gets longer, not shorter, which is a testament to the depth of this music community.
CS: Thank you for putting your energy into such a cool thing like this project. And thank you for sharing the story with us here at Table Hopping Sounds of Syracuse.
JPR: I appreciate the chance to chat about it! This is one of my favorite music events of the year.
Bob Halligan Peg Newell Todd Hobin Phil Grajko Ella Drotar Lauren Wallace & Taylor Ricks
Those famous lyrics by John Denver, could not have been truer when I visited Colorado in May of this year. Beautiful, intense, vast, wondrous, and serene – words that can only touch the surface of this state and both adjacent states of Wyoming and South Dakota that I traveled to in addition. I have never felt more compelled to pick up my life and drop myself in that part of the western United States forevermore. The trip and her surrounding nature and natural wonders truly resonated within my soul. And the beer? Well, that was just the sweetest little cherry right smack-dab on the top.
Visiting Colorado had been on my radar for the last few years. A prior roommate from Washington DC and a college friend both had settled out there and fallen in love with the state. In addition, my beer-trading buddy, Haley, whom I’d only ever had an online friendship with, also resided out there living her best life. Being hesitant to travel back overseas to Europe and beyond just yet, due to continued Covid-woes and airline-industry issues, I opted to finally plan my trip out west instead.
I started my nearly 2-week jaunt by flying into Denver. (Lucky for us here in CNY, United offers direct flights from Syracuse Hancock International Airport.) I grabbed my Turo car rental (GREAT experience, by the way as an alternative to renting a car from a nationallyknown rental company) from the Denver International parking lot and headed to my Airbnb located near the arts-district, RiNo (River North) neighborhood of Denver.
The first thing I noticed about Denver, is that it is SO flat! Unlike the Adirondacks, where the land begins kind of flat, then proceeds into small rolling hills, then into larger rolling hills, and then into small mountains that turn into larger mountains in the heart of the Adirondack Park, Denver is flat…flat…flat… and then BOOM! HUGE MOUNTAINS. I also found it fascinating that though the city of Denver is flat, it sits at an elevation of 5,279 feet. To get an idea of how high that is, our tallest peak in the Adirondacks is
Mount Marcy at an elevation of 5,344 feet – so basically the city of Denver is AT THE TOP of our highest mountain! To me, that’s kind of mind-boggling. Sometimes people who come to Denver from other parts of the US can even experience altitude sickness when they arrive. Thankfully, I did not.
On my first full day in Denver, I decided to travel into the heart of the city and embark on my own little walking tour, complete with a plan to hit up a couple of breweries along the way with Wynkoop Brewing Company being my first brewery stop.
Wynkoop touts itself as Colorado’s first brewpub. Established in 1988, and being pioneers in the craft brew industry with their porters, meads, and caskconditioned brews – being “cask when cask wasn’t cool” – today they offer a vast array of different and unique brews. Truly, it was the best possible brewery I could have started with in Denver. I opted to sample a flight of four brews:
“Beer Trouble at Little Wynkoop,” is a collaboration beer with Jade Mountain Brewing Co. (Aurora, CO) brewed in the traditional Japanese Happoshu-style with Americangrown Zuper Saazer hops. (Essentially, a Happoshu-style beer means that there is 33% rice used in the mash during brewing.) Once fermentation is completed, the brewers then added a blend of Szechuan peppercorns and kombu (dried sea kelp). For me, it was love-at-first-sip! I found the brew to be floral, herbaceous, and with a non-spicy hint of peppercorns. Super flavorful, yet exceptionally light.
“Rocky Mountain Oyster Stout,” is EXACTLY what you’re reading it to be – Yessir, it is a stout brewed with BALLS. The stout, at it’s base is created with Colorado malts, roasted barley, seven specialty grains, “steerian” Golding hops, and freshly sliced and roasted bull testicles (aka Rocky Mountain Oysters). In this particular batch, 69 bull testicles were used! I opted to try this brew, because I mean, when in Rome… Or Denver, in this instance! When else would I EVER have the opportunity?? The one thing that I noted was that, while a classic stout at its core, the brew was a little bit… salty! (And then I couldn’t stop laughing at the bar because I kept thinking of SNL’s classic “Schweddy Balls” skit.) In all seriousness though, it was a uniquely tasty stout.
“Angry Patty’s Chile Beer,” a light German-style beer, is normally brewed with mild green chiles, but at the time, due to supply-chain issues, the brewers were unable to obtain the normal peppers, so they used hot peppers instead. While I don’t know what the “normal” Patty’s brew tastes like, this “Angry” version is a very clear winner! I found it to be reminiscent of our local K2 Brothers Brewing’s (Rochester, NY) Jalapeño Cream Ale, but Wynkoop’s brew was the next level – It had phenomenally big flavor with a slight spiciness and an incredible lightness to the entire concoction. 5 out of 5 stars. I could
“The trip and her surrounding nature and natural wonders truly resonated within my soul. And the beer? Well, that was just the sweetest little cherry right smack-dab on the top.”
Wynkoop, Colorado’s first brewpub
literally drink this beer all day long.
“Hoist the Cup,” an American wild ale, is fermented with a wild yeast blend, giving the beer a bit of funk. A tart and fruity mix of flavors, I noted a little bit of grape as the main concentrate on my palate with a dry finish. A very solid wild ale, indeed!
From Wynkoop, I meandered to the Denver Millennium Bridge, Union Station, and then past Coors Field, home of the Colorado Rockies baseball team, and found my way over to Great Divide Brewing Company. Founded in 1994, Great Divide is a very well-known brewery both in Denver and beyond, with their Yeti stouts being the most notable of their brews. The first Yeti Imperial Stout was brewed in 2004 and since that time, it’s been rated #36 on BeerAdvocate’s 2010 “Top 100 Beers on Planet Earth,” on top of winning 2 silver medals and a bronze at the Great American Beer Festival. It has also scored a perfect 100 on RateBeer and was named the “Top Beer in Colorado” by RateBeer in 2014. To say that I was excited to finally be able to try a Yeti for myself, was an understatement!
For being so popular, I was surprised at how small the brewery was. Regardless, being that it was early afternoon on a Friday, the bar had plenty of room to spread out. Chatting with the beer-tender, I started off by sampling 4 lighter brews – Margarita Gose, Strawberry Rhubarb Sour, Mango Guava Gose, and the Wild Raspberry Ale. These brews were all on par, light, and flavorful, but I was ready to sample a full flight of a different smattering of brews, as follows:
“Roadie Grapefruit Radler” – Brewed with natural grapefruit puree, this hazy, gold-colored, shandy-style beer was tart, dry, with plenty of grapefruit consistently throughout. A great porch or hammock beer served COLD on a hot summer’s day.
“Hazy IPA” – This beer is brewed with 6 pounds per barrel of hops, thus creating a super-hoppy and complex beverage. The specific hops utilized give the beer a more “East Coast” vibe with it’s grassy notes. With every sip you’re able to pick out different, juicy, fruit notes – tangerine, lime, papaya, mango, strawberry, and even hints of vanilla.
“Mexican Chocolate Yeti” – A variation on the original Yeti Imperial Stout, this bad boy is brewed with a variety of spices, vanilla, and coffee in order to render a brew that resembles the traditional “champurrado,” aka Mexican hot chocolate. It did NOT disappoint! This beautiful stout was chock-full of cinnamon and chocolate with a mildly spicy kick. It is smooth, rich and warming. Hands-down one of the most incredible stouts I’ve had to date, only made possible by the most perfect original stout base. The closest Mexican hot chocolate inspired beer that we can get here in the CNY area is Stone
Brewing Company’s “Xocoveza,” which is really, really good, but still comes in at a far-andaway second to the Yeti.
“Peanut Butter Yeti” – A second variation (there are several) of the original Yeti Imperial Stout, basically this is a dark-chocolate and peanut butter swirled brew – Chocolate, peanut butter, chocolate, peanut butter, with more chocolate and more peanut butter on every swig. Nutty and rich, it is a pure delight and a definite dessert beer. (Chocolate peanut butter pie, anyone?) And at 9.5% ABV it can pack a bit of a punch, without being overly “boozy” tasting. They also happened to have a canned version of this at the brewery, of which I promptly opted to purchase and take back to NY with me.
With all the beer sloshing around inside me, it was time for some food – tacos at Machete Tacos! (I mean, who doesn’t love tacos?!) This Denver eatery was recommended and the food was excellent.
I ended my Denver excursion by partaking in a sunrise hike at nearby Red Rocks which was GORGEOUS as the morning rays hit the deep clay-colored rock formations, and seeing all the flora and fauna in their own glory, including a friendly small herd of Mule Deer munching their early morning breakfast. Bonus? There were no crowds and only a few other folks taking in the beautiful scenery in the wee morning hours, plus the temps are cooler. In the afternoon, I headed to the heart of the RiNo Arts District and walked a few streets admiring the intricate murals painted on buildings, and at night, met up with a friend to check out The Green Russell, a speakeasy in the heart of Denver. Watching the bartenders was legitimately like watching live art, and the cocktails were sublime!
Denver was lovely – a city that I’m sure I’ll be visiting again. The beer and the culture were great, the people friendly and laid-back, and I loved the fact that every time I looked to the west, there were the big, beautiful Rocky Mountains, looking right back at me.
…Part 2 of my Colorado vacation and more beer-adventures coming up next month, so stay tuned!
Cheers!
Readers, I need you to do something for me. Democrats and Republicans, I would like for you to vote for Esteban Gonzalez for Onondaga County Sheriff on November 8th, 2022. Esteban has been with the Onondaga County Sheriff’s Office for 28 years. Far too seldom do individuals come on the scene that clearly set the example for everything we should be. Individuals with extraordinary ability and elite expertise that shine far above the rest. In conversations with Esteban and watching him speak this has become impressively clear to me. His unique quality and expertise have contributed greatly to the Onondaga County Sheriff’s Office being part of the finest Law Enforcement Organization in the Country. We need Esteban Gonzalez as the Sheriff of Onondaga County. Individuals that possess and know how to measure the heartbeat of humanity, compassion. And also know where to draw the line. That is Esteban Gonzalez and that is why this column is being written.
The Sheriff operates and maintains our Jails and oversees the Onondaga County Sheriff’s Police Deputies who along with the Civil Department, the Syracuse Police Department and the Onondaga County Corrections Officers make up the finest law enforcement organization in the country. I don’t say this lightly. I know these folks. I arrived in Syracuse in 1956. I have known hundreds of Officers over the years. Since January of 1992 we have had the finest District Attorney’s Office in the land along with the finest Police leadership, anywhere in the Country. Esteban has played a major role in this evolution and it is to us to elect our finest to maintain this awesome Force.
Esteban served 6 years with the United State Army National Guard, assigned
to the 1st/108th Infantry Battalion. My regard for the Infantry is extremely high. They are the land force that secures ground, they rescue populations and clear any area. They fight hand to hand. They are the Calvary that comes to the rescue, they are the heartbeat of the American Fighting Force. They are indeed, the bravest and finest among us. I am humbled when I think of their mission and their great love of Country. Compassion in criminal justice is critical to protecting justice. It is recognizing variables that justly mitigate. It is the desire not impose punishments that do not fit the circumstances of the crime. It is the ability to separate dangerous criminality with intent, and again, ensuring compatible disposition. Crimes without remorse or mitigating circumstance are the areas where societal danger truly lies. In those with evil in their hearts little can be done to fix them.
Esteban is extremely concerned over the effects and attitudes of “for profit prisons.” These systems do not correctly embrace the variables I describe, as the pursuit of profits is the priority. “For Profit” prisons favor cheap and ongoing incarceration which has opened the door for widespread abuse. They have clearly passed through that door. Esteban will work to fix this and strongly supports appropriate legislation.
It is important to recognize there is an entire world of crime with varying degrees of intent, and varying degrees of mitigating circumstance and above all we must choose leaders that believe in these things less when we err, and we do, dispassion enters the system and needless and cruel human suffering is not recognized. I am asking you to vote for Esteban Gonzalez for Onondaga County Sheriff because he embraces these wisdoms and will transform words to deeds and will fully embrace and protect the finest that we can be. This is a vital decision that embraces the safety, fairness and quality of life for all of us. Few matters are of such importance. These decisions determine the quality of entire lands.
Oversight of incarceration is an awesome responsibility. Balancing compassion with discipline offers a sense of self value to inmates within this system and embraces the deservedness of humanity and recognizes the vast contribution mental illness plays in this era of drugs, poverty and crime. Corrections Officers have an enormous responsibility balancing discipline and kindness among this diversity. They are genuine heroes and professionals that you too seldom hear about. Esteban Gonzalez is the right choice to guide this awesome responsibility. Here are a few of Esteban’s own words:
“There is no more efficient model of a jail that I’ve seen in the country... (referring to the Onondaga County Justice Center) and I’ve visited 190 jails.” Gonzalez told CNY Central’s Jim Kenyon. He says his assessment is based on his position as a nationally recognized expert on incarceration. As
Esteban Gonzalez“Esteban Gonzalez is a rare, highly skilled individual that will serve our unique elite Sheriff’s Department and Corrections Department with great honor and distinction.”
president of the American Jail Association, Esteban has testified before Congress and has been quoted in numerous publications including the Wall Street Journal about the state of the nation’s jails and how to improve them.
He adds, “What I bring to this jail is a compassion beyond all compassion for the people that don’t have a voice, for the people that are the most needy in society... when they come here, it’s our job to treat them humane, to treat them safely and to give them everything available to the rest of the public.”
Gonzalez says he’s proud of the Justice Center and hopes more people become aware of what happens inside the walls of the county jail.
Of the nearly 2 million inmates being held in prisons and jails across the country, experts believe nearly 500,000 are mentally ill. According to staff at city and community jails, 25 percent of the jail population is severely mentally ill. However, when other mental illnesses, such as anti-social personality disorder, borderline personality disorder and depression, are included, the numbers are much higher, and the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill NAMI puts the number of inmates suffering from both mental illness and substance abuse at well over 50 percent.
These mitigating demographics are highly prevalent in today’s criminal justice system. The system has not kept pace with the great need for mental illness and rehabilitation confinement facilities. This has resulted in most of the American prison population serving penalties that do not fit the individual or their crime. And this further results
in worsening the thinking of these individuals which lowers hope and causes high recidivism rates. Esteban Gonzalez understands this and with his significant range of influence on the Federal Level plans to influence thinking addressing the unique needs of the mentally ill and the addicted.
Esteban has accumulated an impressive array of qualifications over the years. This includes 10 years as Chief Deputy serving Sheriff Kevin Walsh and Sheriff Eugene Conway. He is strongly endorsed by John Walsh the host and creator of “America’s Most wanted.” (See video on website – https://estebanforsheriff.com) He has served as Deputy Sheriff Sergeant, Lieutenant, Captain, Chief Deputy of Corrections and Chief Deputy of Custody. For 16 years, 2005 – present, Esteban has been a member of the American Jail Association, a venue where ideas and innovation are born and become reality. He is a past member of the New York Women in Law Enforcement/NYWLE and current member of the Onondaga County Chapter of Chiefs of Police and Central New York Association of Chiefs of Police. Esteban is a Certified Correctional Trainer and a Certified Master Instructor for Criminal Justice Services along with many other high achievements and awards.
Please go to https://estebanforsheriff.com. Esteban’s resume is an intriguing read. Directly under his photo you will see an outline of his 7-point plan for Law Enforcement excellence. Click on the red rectangle that says “READ MORE.” This will give you concise explanations for each part of the Plan. Great opportunities present themselves within a certain window and if not recognized great potential achievement disappears into time. Esteban Gonzalez is a rare, highly skilled individual that will serve our unique elite Sheriff’s Department and Corrections Department with great honor and distinction. Esteban is the finest that we can be. Please vote for Esteban Gonzalez for Onondaga County Sheriff on November 8th.
Endorsed by John Walsh
by JenniFer nastasi guzeLak
There’s a crispness to the air, the leaves are starting to change colors and we’re all starting to think about the holidays. This month, we will celebrate Halloween, but that’s not what this article is about. There’s another reason that October is a special time of year!
Fall is a busy season and with the holidays quickly approaching, it’s no surprise that most of us pack on a few extra pounds. Believe it or not, people all over the world give in to the abundance of tempting holiday foods. They kick off the festivities by adding a few extra notches to their belts in October and November, and then top it all off shortly after Christmas.
On average, our weight increases about 1.3 pounds during the holiday season. This may not seem like much, but when you add in the rest of the revelries, the “average American” ends up with a new wardrobe and an extra five pounds. What’s worse than that? It can take more than five months to lose and year after year it all adds up!
The holidays are a clear recipe for a weight gain disaster. The key in this recipe is the melted willpower!
Make sure it’s completely dissolved before you forge ahead.
So, are we destined to fall off the weight loss wagon? Is there a clear path that will help keep our weight under control? What other factors are contributing to our weight gain this time of year?
Fall weather is delightfully cool and crisp and while it may be ideal for evening fire pits and roasting marshmallows, an evening run doesn’t necessarily sound appealing. In the summer months when the weather is nice, we have more opportunities to stay active outdoors and there’s
so much more to do. When the colder weather creeps in, most of us would rather trade in a trip to the gym for a good movie and the couch.
Soccer games, classroom bake sales and school musicals equal busy kids, but tired parents. Between professional obligations, back-to-school engagements, new routines and picking and dropping kids off at sports practices, many of us have very little time and energy left to cook by the end of the day! As a result, the entire family tends to eat on the run.
Convenience meals that include fast food and takeout, lead to extra pounds. In general, these meals tend to be higher in sodium than home-cooked meals. Add in more calories with larger portions and you will see the scale going in the wrong direction.
Fall is a season for food-centric socializing, and that can send your calorie intake soaring. Pumpkin spice everything is consumed in mass quantities due to the fact that they are only available for a few months out of the year. Chances are you’ll snack on some bite-sized candy bars this week! Maybe you are right now. Let’s face it. A holiday doesn’t last for just one day. You will most likely have Halloween candy lying around for weeks.
Just because the holidays are here doesn’t mean that holiday weight gain is inevitable! Before you throw in the towel and succumb to that extra-large pumpkin latte, check out these tried-and-true strategies for maintaining healthy eating and fitness habits during the holiday season.
“This is the season that encourages the increased intake of our favorite foods. Whether it’s Halloween candy, pumpkin pie or our baked sale favorites, we find no shame in treating ourselves.”
Break a sweat before you go! Make sure you get a good workout in before you head out to your Halloween party. Every little bit of calorie burning adds up when it comes to keeping your weight in check.
If this doesn’t make you put that piece of Halloween candy back in the bowl, nothing will. People definitely have a love, hate relationship with burpees!
You can either perform them all at once or scatter them throughout the day. This will get you in the habit of holding yourself accountable for what you’re putting in your mouth.
There are going to be a lot of options when it comes to food. Some of these options will be things you love and just can’t live without. Some of it will just be “meh.” There’s definitely no need to waste your calories there. A dish that your family makes year-round regardless of the holidays? Pass on that one and save room for something you will only get once a year.
This is a great idea, right? Grab a friend, a co-worker or your significant other and have a good time with it! There are so many fun holiday-themed racing events that are sure to keep you on track!
This is an important component of creating a healthy lifestyle. The holidays are for enjoying, and food is a large part of the enjoyment. Don’t deprive yourself! Just remember to eat everything in moderation and make sure you have a plan to keep you on track.
Schedule your cheat meals in advance. If you know that you have a Halloween party this weekend, make sure you’re dialed in on your workouts and your food choices this week. Remember, a couple extra trips to the gym won’t hurt!
Holiday weight gain is real and it starts in October! This is the season that encourages the increased intake of our favorite foods. Whether it’s Halloween candy, pumpkin pie or our baked sale favorites, we find no shame in treating ourselves.
This doesn’t mean you can’t celebrate special occasions or indulge in your favorite treats. Just don’t go overboard! The key is to keep your eating to the holiday, not the “holiday season.” Good luck to you!
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October 1
Lil Dirk • 6:30pm
Lakeview Ampitheatre, Syracuse October 1
Symphoria Pops I: Out of This World
Crouse Hinds Theatre, Syracuse October 1
Real Friends • 7pm
Lost Horizon, Syracuse October 1
The Parlophones • 8pm Kitty Hoynes, Syracuse October 1
The Story Tour • 6:30pm
Forward Point Church, Syracuse October 1
The Dirty Doves • 8-11pm
McCarthy’s Pub, Cazenovia
October 1
Neil Minet • 11am-2pm
Crazy Daisies, Syracuse October 1
Mother Althea Stepping Into Her Seventies With Elegance & Grace
Bethany Baptist Church, Syracuse October 1
Snakehips • 8pm
The Westcott Theatre, Syracuse October 1
Organ Fairchild • 7pm 443 Social Club & Lounge, Syracuse October 1
The Pour
The Samaritan Center, Syracuse October 1
Frank & Esce
Sharkey’s Event Center, Liverpool October 2
Worship Service
w/Allen Scott Band • 10am
Forward Point Church, Syracuse October 2
Robert Finley • 7pm
Funk N Waffles, Syracuse October 2
Fozzy • 6pm
Lost Horizon, Syracuse
October 2
Patrick Young • 11am-1pm
Crazy Daisies, Syracuse October 2
Slow Down Move
Over Festival • 12-8pm
Clinton Square, Syracuse October 2
The Ukaladies • 2-5pm Sterling Cidery, Sterling October 2
Jazz Jam w/ Josh Dekaney Trio • 3-5pm
Funk n Waffles, Syracuse October 2
Causeway Giants • 4-7pm
Coleman’s Irish Pub, Syracuse October 2
Robert Finley • 4-9pm
Funk n Waffles, Syracuse October 2
Chris LeFever Band • 10-11:30pm
Al’s Wine & Whiskey, Syracuse October 3
Grateful Upstate Toodeloo • 7:30-11pm
Funk n Waffles, Syracuse October 5
Comedo El Dragon • 10-11:30pm
Al’s Wine & Whiskey, Syracuse October 6
Fourth Fret
Crazy Daisies, Syracuse October 6
Jazz in the Burbs • 7:30-9:30pm
The Green Gate Inn, Camillus October 6
Wagner 3000 • 10-11:30pm
Al’s Wine & Whiskey, Syracuse October 6
Sweet Wine, Brown Liquor • 7-9pm
Salt City Market, Syracuse October 7
Tommy Connors • 6:30-8:30pm
Middle Ages Brewery, Syracuse October 7
The Dirty Doves • 7-10pm
Brian’s Landing, Jamesville
Jasiu Klocek & The Salt City Brass • 6:30-9:30pm Western Ranch Motor Lodge, Syracuse October 7
Bob Holz and A Vision Forward 443 Social Club & Lounge, Syracuse October 7
Plank Show w/Neil Minet • 8pm
Funk N Waffles, Syracuse October 7
Seattle Sons • 8pm
Shifty’s Bar & Grill, Syracuse October 7
Mark Zane • 6pm
Buried Acorn Brewing, Syracuse October 7
The Wolf Mountain Band • 7-10pm
Phoenix American Legion Post 418, Phoenix October 7
Cookies Untapped Collegian Hotel & Suites, Syracuse October 7
Southy’s Keys Crazy Daisies, Syracuse October 8
Colin Aberdeen • 6:30-8:30pm
Middle Ages Brewery, Syracuse October 8
Jazz By The Lake • 7-10pm Oswego Music Hall, Oswego October 8
NoSmo Kings • 7-10pm
Western Ranch Motor Lodge, Syracuse October 8
Tip Jar Junkies • 6pm Press Room Pub, Syracuse October 8
RetroGameCon • 6pm The Civic Center, Syracuse October 8
Shawn Halloran • 6pm Huega’s Alpine, Song Mountain, Tully October 8
Walking Buddy Crazy Daisies, Syracuse October 9
Stereopticon • 10-11:30pm
Al’s Wine & Whiskey, Syracuse
Just Joe • 7pm
Shifty’s Bar & Grill, Syracuse October 9
Mark Nanni
Crazy Daisies, Syracuse October 11
SG Lewis • 8pm
The Westcott Theatre, Syracuse October 11
Carnifex • 5:30pm
Lost Horizon, Syracuse October 13
Jazz in the Burbs • 7:30-9:30pm
The Green Gate Inn, Camillus October 13
Uncle Uke &
The Guise • 10-11:30pm
Al’s Wine & Whiskey, Syracuse October 13
Neil Minet
Crazy Daisies, Syracuse October 14
Tommy Barr • 6-9pm
Western Ranch Motor Lodge, Syracuse October 14
The Dirty Doves • 6-9pm Revelry Yards, Ithaca October 14
Tim Herron • 6:30-8:30pm
Middle Ages Brewery, Syracuse October 14
The Shylocks
Crazy Daisies, Syracuse October 15
Neil Minet • 6:30-8:30pm
Middle Ages Brewery, Syracuse October 15
Dusty Rose Duo • 8-11pm
Amy’s Eddie’s Cove, Pulaski October 15
CL Smooth Harlem Nights, Syracuse October 16
F.I.R.E. Fest • 1-5pm
Oswego Music Hall, Oswego October 16
Not Robots! • 10-11:30pm
Al’s Wine & Whiskey, Syracuse October 16
Jenny & Joe
Crazy Daisies, Syracuse
Rumours of Fleetwood Mac Sharkey’s Event Center, Liverpool October 19
Universal Transit • 10-11:30pm
Al’s Wine & Whiskey, Syracuse October 19
Slothrust • 6:30pm
The Lost Horizon, Syracuse October 20
The Dirty Doves • 6-9pm
Lakeview Lanes, Fulton October 20
Jazz in the Burbs • 7:30-9:30pm
The Green Gate Inn, Camillus October 20
Ginbucket • 10-11:30pm
Al’s Wine & Whiskey, Syracuse October 20
Lili Lewis & Crys Matthews • 7pm 443 Social Club & Lounge, Syracuse October 20
McArdell & Westers
Crazy Daisies, Syracuse October 21
Ben & Sarah • 6:30-8:30pm
Middle Ages Brewery, Syracuse October 21
Mobius Jones • 7-10pm
Western Ranch Motor Lodge, Syracuse October 21
Southy’s Keys Crazy Daisies, Syracuse October 22
The Dirty Doves • 3-6pm
Grace Tyler Winery, Constantia October 22
Shawn Halloran • 6-8pm Beak & Skiff, Lafayette October 22
Pat Tato • 6:30-8:30pm
Middle Ages Brewery, Syracuse October 22
Danielle Ponder Funk n Waffles, Syracuse October 22
The Wolf Mountain Band • 7-10pm
Phoenix American Legion Post 418, Phoenix
October 22
Tangled Roots
Crazy Daisies, Syracuse October 23
The Ripcords • 10-11:30pm
Al’s Wine & Whiskey, Syracuse October 23
The Westcott Theatre, Syracuse October 23
Thrift Store Gypsies
Crazy Daisies, Syracuse October 26
Emanuel Washington Experience • 10-11:30pm
Al’s Wine & Whiskey, Syracuse October 27
The Dirty Doves • 7-10pm
Steamers, Oswego October 27
Shawn Halloran • 7-10pm
Kitty Hoynes, Syracuse October 27
Jazz in the Burbs • 7:30-9:30pm
The Green Gate Inn, Camillus October 27
Count Blastula • 10-11:30pm
Al’s Wine & Whiskey, Syracuse October 27
Musical Feast for the Eyes & Ears
Bellevue Country Club, Syracuse October 27
We Were Promised Jetpacks • 7pm
The Lost Horizon, Syracuse October 27
Patrick Young
Crazy Daisies, Syracuse October 28
Southy’s Keys 6-9
Sharkey’s Event Center, Liverpool October 28
Mike MacDonald • 6:30-9:30pm
Western Ranch Motor Lodge, Syracuse October 28
Chris LeFever • 6:30-8:30pm
Middle Ages Brewery, Syracuse October 29
The Shylocks
Crazy Daisies, Syracuse October 29
Modafferi
Crazy Daisies, Syracuse October 29
Cobble Rockers • 7-10pm
Western Ranch Motor Lodge, Syracuse
October 29
Shawn Halloran • 8-11pm McCarthy’s Irish Pub, Cazenovia October 29
Chris Eves • 6:30-8:30pm
Middle Ages Brewery, Syracuse October 29
Tanner Valley Golf Course, Syracuse October 29
Black Joe Lewis & The Honeybears/ Cedric Burnside • 7pm
The Lost Horizon, Syracuse October 30
Steve Grills & The Roadmasters • 10-11:30pm
Al’s Wine & Whiskey, Syracuse October 30
JT Horne Crazy Daisies, Syracuse
thru End of October
Fright Nights
1 Lepage Place, Syracuse October 1
Fall Art Market • 9:30am-5pm
Crazy Daisies, Syracuse October 1
Noel Miller
Funny Bone Comedy Club, Syracuse October 1
4 The Future Foundation
2nd Annual Golf Tournament
Fundraiser • 10am Registration Bellevue Country Club, Syracuse thru October 1
Auburn in Harriet Tubman’s Time Cayuga Museum of History and Art , Auburn October 1
Discover Vandercamp • 12-6pm Vandercamp, Cleveland October 1
Fall and Halloween
Fall Porch Sign Workshop William Park, Cicero October 1
Syracuse City Ballet Presents Stravinsky’s “The Firebird”
The OnCenter Carrier Theatre, Syracuse October 1
Orange Elite Strongman Strongwoman Competition VII Sharkey’s Event Center, Liverpool
October 2
Bored Teachers Comedy Tour Funny Bone Comedy Club, Syracuse thru October 2
Syracuse City Ballet Presents Stravinsky’s “The Firebird” • 7pm The OnCenter Carrier Theatre, Syracuse October 4-8
Polish Fest
Western Ranch Motor Lodge, Syracuse October 8
Hinsdale Ladies Auxiliary Craft/Vendor Show • 10am-4pm Hinsdale Volunteer Fire Department, Mattydale October 8
Hallowfest Music & Games Sharkey’s Event Center, Liverpool October 8 & 9
RetroGameCon 2022 The OnCenter, Syracuse thru October 11
Downtown Farmer’s Market • Tuesdays, 8am-2pm Clinton Square, Syracuse October 15
Hispanic Heritage Month Closing Ceremony • 7pm-12am
Marriott Syracuse Downtown, Syracuse October 15
The Veil: An Enchanted Emporium Sharkey’s Event Center, Liverpool October 23
Wicked Witch of the West’s Halloween Bash • 12-5pm Marriott Syracuse Downtown, Syracuse October 28
Rocky Horror Interactive Picture Show 2022 • 6:30-11pm Palace on James, Syracuse October 28
Sharkey’s World Famous Halloween Party • 9pm Sharkey’s Event Center, Liverpool October 29
The Rocky Horror Picture Show Sharkey’s Event Center, Liverpool October 30
Syracuse Inner Harbor Fall Fest Inner Harbor, Syracuse thru December 30
Proof Positive: Wine, Beer, and Spirits of the Finger Lakes Cayuga Museum of History and Art , Auburn
thru December 24
Crafted Underground Series The McCarthy Mercantile, Syracuse
October 1& 2
Clayscapes Pottery Market
Chuck Hafner’s Garden Center, North Syracuse October 1-31
Mirror, Mirror Cazenovia Artisans, Cazenovia October 1-November 10
Marc Safran: “Bravo/Brava: Performers Offstage and In Studio”
Wilson Art Gallery at LeMoyne College, Syracuse October 1-November 13
Dan Shanahan: Scenes of Syracuse Everson Museum of Art, Syracuse October 9
The Life Behind The Portrait: Paul Robeson ArtRage Gallery, Syracuse thru October 9
Al Bremmer, A Retrospective SUNY Oswego Tyler Art Gallery, Oswego thru October 9
How to Dance in Ohio Syracuse Stage Complex, Syracuse thru October 10
Exhibition - Sam Box: Caribbean Dreams Light Work, Syracuse thru October 14
From the Ashes
4 Elements Studio, Utica thru October 16
In Conversations with Nature Exhibition
Schweinfurth Memorial Art Center, Auburn thru October 23
Curious Vessels: The Rosenfield Collection Everson Museum of Art, Syracuse thru December 12
Anni Albers: Work With Materials
Syracuse University Art Museum, Syracuse thru December 31
Rebecca Hutchinson: Re-Generation Everson Museum of Art, Syracuse
thru December 31
Raymon Elozua: Structure/Dissonance Everson Museum of Art, Syracuse thru May 15
Stephanie H. Shih: My Sweetie Has No Pockmarks Syracuse University Art Museum, Syracuse
October 4
Annie • 7:30pm Landmark Theatre, Syracuse October 7
Sing for America: Percy Jackson • 7:30pm Civic Center, Syracuse October 13
The Buddy Holly Story Landmark Theatre, Syracuse October 14
Wheel of Fortune • 8pm Loew’s State Theatre, Syracuse October 15
Late Nite Catechism 3 • 7:30pm The OnCenter Carrier Theatre November 8
Tootsie Landmark Theatre, Syracuse
October 1
Salt City Roller Derby vs. Kingston Roller Derby • 6pm SRC Arena, Syracuse October 15
Syracuse University Football vs. NC State Wolfpack Syracuse University, Syracuse October 22
Syracuse Crunch vs. Rochester Americans • 7pm Civic Center, Syracuse October 28
Syracuse Crunch vs. Toronto Marlies • 7pm Civic Center, Syracuse October 29
Syracuse University Football vs. Notre Dame Fighting Irish Syracuse University, Syracuse October 29
Syracuse Crunch vs. Cleveland Monsters • 7pm Civic Center, Syracuse
The idea of beauty and women together is beyond time. Women go to endless lengths to display their beauty through their hairstyles, make-up, fashions and accessories and even as far as cosmetic surgery. There is no bound to what women will do including pampering themselves with cosmetics and treatment to make themselves look more beautiful. Many women will think of outward appearances first when thinking of their beauty, nevertheless they rarely consider the internal facet of their beauty.
A woman’s identity is part of her inner strength and beauty in association with her lifestyle. The inner glow of beauty is lacking in many women. On occasion you meet a woman who seems beautiful but on talking to her it is apparent that the appearance of beauty is only on the exterior. A woman’s inner lack of beauty is all
so evident when she starts talking. This can often be a disappointment. The inner personality is altogether unlike the external appearance. You may however have met a woman who is only average outwardly, but has an inner personality that shines through as soon as she speaks. Her state of beauty emanates from a reserved or unruffled inner self-assurance that clearly outshines her outward appearance. She will know who she is and her place in life. This type of woman may not have the looks or figure of a top model or big name, but this becomes unnoticed when her inner beauty becomes clear. It would be much comprehended if the media and fashion industry were able to put more accent on the inner aspects of women’s beauty and
not concentrate so much on outward appearances. If women used less external means of enhancing their beauty and tried to increase their inner beauty through individuality changes, they would be more attractive. The inner beauty of a woman should always be stronger than her external appearance. An inwardly beautiful woman possesses properties of honesty, integrity and a good moral code. A woman that has a high inner authority and is sure who she is, will be able to acquit herself well in whatsoever circumstances she finds herself.
Many of the characteristics that contribute towards a woman’s inner beauty come from life’s experiences and can take time to amass although there are exceptions to this. A woman’s lifestyle contributes to the other side of inner beauty and inner health. A woman’s hair and skin signal whether she has an untainted lifestyle or not.
Diet is a key factor in the appearance of beauty. A diet consisting of the right balance between protein and carbohydrate is all-important to a woman’s beauty. Try and keep coffee to less than 4 cups per day and drink green tea instead plus a minimum of one litre good clean water every day. The healing effects of a good night’s sleep cannot be over emphasized. You need to have a calm mind before retiring for your night’s sleep. Try a warm bath with soothing music. If a woman is concerning about keeping and maintaining her beauty, smoking is undoubtedly the one habit she must avoid. Oxygen is crucial to health and this is the one thing that smoking reduces in addition to poisoning the body. The combination of toxic chemicals and a lack of oxygen will very promptly damage and ruin a woman’s beauty. Too much alcohol will also destroy a woman’s beauty. One glass a day is said to be acceptable for your overall health, too much will damage
both health and beauty. Although a woman may have outstanding inner beauty, she will still need to maintain and contribute to her external beauty. Beauty ideas and help may be found on the web, in magazines or on the television.
Women have dissimilar types of hair, some dry and others more oily and a different shampooing regime is called for. The heath of your hair will be maintained by using a good quality shampoo. Natural oils in the hair affect the appearance and silkiness of it. Make sure your hair is wet all throughout and only then apply the shampoo. Work the shampoo into the scalp rapidly, making sure that all the hair including the ends are well covered. The shine on the hair will be maintained if the water used to rinse the shampoo off is as cold as can be tolerated.
The beauty of a woman’s skin will be kept at best if she can use a pure moisturizer everyday. When selecting a product, go for one that is uncomplicated but not too cheap. A good quality but uncomplicated product will not harm your skin like a cheaper product. Your skin’s natural beauty will be made more beautiful by the employ of good quality products.
“On occasion you meet a woman who seems beautiful but on talking to her it is apparent that the appearance of beauty is only on the exterior.”
by mike LindsLey
I had a chance to chat with 247Sports Orange football insider Stephen Bailey. The topic? That Sean Tucker guy who is running wild again this year. Tucker has a chance at some monster numbers at season’s end and is one of the most prolific running backs in school history, which is saying something considering who came before him through the years. Let’s get into it.
ML: When Sean Tucker runs the football, what do you see? How would you describe it?
SB: Tucker has a well-rounded game featuring plus speed, change of direction and vision. He’s comfortable getting downhill early or bouncing outside and waiting for blocks to develop on the perimeter. Perhaps his greatest strength as a runner: the straight-line speed that he’s harnessed from his time on the track. Tucker was a high school star and went back to the sport last winter as part of SU’s indoor team.
ML: Where does he currently stand in Syracuse history at the running back position?
SB: Tucker is inching his way up the program leaderboard with more than 2,300 career rushing yards. He’s got a chance to climb as high as second this year with only Joe Morris (4299) out of realistic reach.
Qualitatively, one way that Tucker is differentiating himself this year is via the passing game. Under new offensive coordinator Robert Anae, he’s being featured far more frequently as a receiver, currently leading the team in receptions through two
“Tucker was a high school star and went back to the sport last winter as part of SU’s indoor team.”
contests. He’s also worked to sharpen up his pass protection, helping give Garrett Shrader the time he’s needed to perform as arguably the nation’s most efficient quarterback.
Would you pull down #44 and give it to
Tucker said earlier this year that he’s not interested in the historic jersey number. He wants to carve out his own legacy – a decision that could make NIL life easier as he and merchandising partners look to sell jerseys, T-shirts, etc.
Is Tucker a legit NFL prospect?
Tucker’s draft stock is rising early this fall, though he’s not listed in any spaces as a Day 1 option. With a strong season, particularly in terms of displaying his versatility, it wouldn’t be shocking to see the All-American go late in Day 2.
Cornerback Garrett Williams is listed by most services as SU’s top pro prosect ahead of the 2023 draft.
ML: What do you project his final numbers to be in 2022?
SB: In terms of a regular season projection (12 games), I think 1,200 rushing yards and a dozen touchdowns – his current pace – seems about right. Syracuse is simply throwing the ball more under Anae.
Tucker is also on pace for about 600 receiving yards and another six scores so it wouldn’t be out of the question to see him push 2,000 total yards. SU will need to find more ways to put Tucker in explosive opportunities if he wants to chase down single-season records like he did in the team’s one-dimensional offense from a year ago.
ML: Thanks for doing this. Keep crushing.
SB: Thanks Mike.
Mike Lindsley has been in sports media for 20 years. He is the host of the ML Sports Platter Podcast. Follow him on Twitter @MikeLSports.
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One of the most elegant and prolific games of this century, golf has a fascinating trail of history running behind. The word ‘’golf’’ is actually a modification of the Dutch word “kolf” which simply means a “bat,” “stick,’’ or “club.” If defined literally, the game is all about striking a ball with a club from the teeing ground into the hole by a stroke or successive strokes while complying with the rules of the game. It is one of those rare games which do not require playing area; rather golf is played on golf “courses.” The competitions of golf are based on stroke play, where the individual or team posts with lowest score on the most individual for a full round, wins the game. Some other team games of golf such as fourball have been pioneered, and are played either using matchplay format or stroke. Several alternative styles of golf playing have been introduced like disc golf and miniature golf. However, it is still interesting to find out the history of golf.
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city called Loenen aan de Vecht, Netherlands, on 26 February 1297. The Dutchmen played this game with leather ball and a stick. Actually, the game required the players to hit the ball into a target situated several hundreds of meters away.
The emphasis on golf’s Scottish origin is contributed to the fact that the game was mentioned in two 15th-century Acts of the Scottish Parliament. Further, there are evidences that in A.D. 1456, the first game of golf was played at Bruntsfield Links, in Edinburgh, Scotland, as recorded in the archives of The Royal Burgess Golfing Society.
There are some reports which record evidences of golf from continental Europe. Different forms of sports similar to golf were played in 14th century in the countries of France, Belgium, and Holland, apart from Scotland. However, the game was introduced in England by a keen Scottish Baron, James VI, after succeeding on the English throne in 1603.
In the early years of golf, the players never thought of forming a club or society until in 1744 a group of Edinburgh golfers united into a club named Honourable Company of Edinburgh Golfers. It was here that the first 13 rules of golf were drawn
up for an annual contest. In 1766, Royal Blackheath Golf Club was formed in England – the first golf club formed outside Scotland.
Although traces of golf can be encountered in 18th century United States, the game was still waiting to be popularized. The history of golf in North America began with its roots in Canada. In 1873, The Royal Montreal Club was formed, which was followed by the Quebec Golf Club in 1875 and the golf club in Toronto a year later. It was in 1888 that golf re-emerged in the United States. For the first time the “threehole golf course” was built in Yonkers, New York by a Scotsman, John Reid on a 30acre site. From a modest beginning, golf emerged as the new national pastime in the United States.
This is a favorite of ours for Halloween. Pop it in the slow cooker before work and dinner for the crew is ready in time for Trick or Treat! Serve with Cheddar cheese and chives or ‘Boo’ chips for a festive flair.
Ingredients
2 ½ lbs. lean ground turkey
2 (14.5 ounce) cans Italian-style diced tomatoes
1 lbs. cooked lentils
1 (14.5 ounce) can pumpkin puree
1 (14.5 ounce) can pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1 (12 ounce) package frozen pearl onions
Directions
1 (8 ounce) can chopped green chile peppers
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup water
¼ cup brown sugar
¼ cup chili powder
2 tbsp. pumpkin pie spice
1 tbsp. onion powder
salt and ground black pepper, to taste
Step 1 • Cook turkey in a nonstick skillet over medium heat until browned, 5 to 8 minutes. Drain.
Step 2 • Transfer turkey to a slow cooker. Add tomatoes, lentils, pumpkin puree, pinto beans, pearl onions, green chile peppers, and garlic. Stir in water, brown sugar, chili powder, pumpkin pie spice, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
Step 3 • Cover and cook on low until flavors combine, 6 to 10 hours.
Total Time: 6 hrs. 5 min. Servings:Prep Time: 15 min.
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