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One Oregon Coast beach was named the most dog-friendly beach in the U.S
and four others were also ranked in a 2025 report by HomeToGo
The online vacation rental marketplace created a list of the top <a href=https://www.hometogo.com/united-states/waterfront-homes/#dog-friendly-destinations>"45 Dog-Friendly Destinations for Shoreline Escapes"</a> in the U.S
Manzanita Beach and Lincoln City Beach were all ranked on the list
Here's what to know about the beaches and how they were ranked
The beach received a total score of 28.64 out of 30 possible points
a visitor satisfaction score of 9.23 and an accommodation affordability score of 9.41
"Agate Beach gives leashed dogs room to roam without the usual beach-day bustle," said HomeToGo
"It is a great match for travelers looking for serene walks and scenic payoff — long stretches of firm sand
Agate Beach was recognized for its wide-open spaces
backed by the cliffs along the Yaquina Bay Head
While the tide pools at Agate Beach are off-limits to pets
HomeToGo noted there are plenty of open areas along the beach for people and their pups to explore
How did other Oregon Coast beaches rank as some of the dog-friendliest beaches in the US?In addition to Agate Beach
four other Oregon beaches were named on HomeToGo's list of the 45 dog-friendly destinations
Pacific City Beach: The beach was ranked the seventh dog friendliest beach in the U.S.
receiving a total score of 27.41 out of 30 possible points
a visitor satisfaction score of 9.62 and an accommodation affordability score of 9.19
Bandon Beach: The beach was ranked the ninth dog friendliest beach in the U.S.
receiving a total score of 27.26 out of 30 possible points
a visitor satisfaction score of 9.62 and an accommodation affordability score of 8.94
Manzanita Beach: The beach was ranked the 14th dog friendliest beach in the U.S.
receiving a total score of 26.45 out of 30 possible points
a visitor satisfaction score of 9.62 and an accommodation affordability score of 8.95
Lincoln City Beach: The beach was ranked the 26th dog friendliest beach in the U.S.
receiving a total score of 24.74 out of 30 possible points
a visitor satisfaction score of 9.23 and an accommodation affordability score of 8.99
Ginnie Sandoval is the Oregon Connect reporter for the Statesman Journal. Sandoval can be reached at <a href=mailto:ifunk@statesmanjournal.com target=_blank rel="noreferrer noopener">GSandoval@gannett.com</a> or on X at <a href=https://x.com/GinnieSandoval>@GinnieSandoval</a>
(CBS12)  — Dog lovers who are looking forward to a night out drinking with their four-legged best friends are going to have more trouble doing so in Florida
The judges backed the state Department of Health&#x27;s effort to stop a dog-friendly bar from allowing pups inside their two locations
The First District Court of Appeal rejected the claim by Pups Pub that the agency could only prevent dogs from being near the bar
The lawsuit was filed after Pups Pub owners tried opening a second location in Orlando in 2022 and were told that live animals are not allowed in food service establishments
When their first bar opened in Tampa two years earlier
health officials only required them to place a gate between the bar where drinks were prepared and the seating area where the dogs would hang out
After the Orlando location opened in July 2022
both it and the original Tampa spot were reinspected and found to be in violation of that restriction
saying they had been following an unadopted rule based on what they were originally told about installing the gate
The administrative law judge agreed with their arguments
the owners contended that the Florida Department of Health regulations about live animals being barred from food service establishments would only apply to where the food and drink were prepared
They argued the agency regulation did not extend to other parts
The appellate judges rejected that argument and said the rule and the statute behind it do not limit the Department of Health’s authority in this case
and the applicable law is clear in its prohibition
the lower court ruled incorrectly and the previous instructions by health officials were not an unadopted rule
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The Union County Board of County Commissioners is proud to announce the launch of a brand-new Sensory Friendly Movie Series
with the first-ever screening set for Friday
This series is a new initiative funded through the Union County Open Space
and Historic Preservation Trust Fund and expands upon the County’s commitment to inclusive arts and recreation programming
“Union County is proud to lead the way in expanding inclusive programming that meets the needs of all residents
and we’re thrilled to bring our first sensory-friendly movie experience to the Hamilton Stage,” said Union County Commissioner Chairwoman Lourdes M
“This new sensory-friendly movie series represents more than just a night at the theater — it’s about pride
and equal access to experiences that many families have gone without for far too long
We’ve seen the impact of our sensory-friendly live performances
and now we’re taking that vision even further by expanding that accessibility through film.”
The May 23rd screening will take place at the Hamilton Stage
This sensory-friendly showing is tailored for children and adults with autism and other sensory sensitivities
Audience accommodations include lowered volume
and a relaxed environment where attendees are welcome to move
“I’m proud to announce this new initiative
which marks a major step forward in our mission to build a more inclusive Union County and reinforces our commitment to making arts and recreation truly accessible for all families,” said Commissioner Sergio Granados
“We’ve heard from so many parents who’ve never been able to take their children to a movie theater due to sensory challenges — and that’s exactly why we created this
Families deserve to enjoy these experiences without fear of being judged or excluded
and creating lasting memories that every child and parent deserves
And this is just the beginning — we’re planning three more sensory-friendly movie nights in 2025 to continue expanding access and joy across our communities.”
Crocodile tells the encouraging story of a singing crocodile who helps those around him find their voice
It’s an uplifting message that aligns well with the mission of Sensory Friendly Theater
For more information about Sensory Friendly Theater and to purchase tickets for Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile, visit <a href="http://www.ucpac.org/sensory-friendly">www.ucpac.org/sensory-friendly</a> or call the Union County Performing Arts Center box office at (732) 499-8226
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The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, has been awarded a <a href="https://www.militaryfriendly.com/2025-2026-mfs/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Silver ranking as a Military Friendly School by Military Friendly</a> in recognition of its ongoing efforts assisting student veterans and military-connected students
The designation places the university among the nation’s leading institutions for creating a supportive and inclusive environment for those who have served
“As a university defined by the Volunteer spirit
our dedication to veterans and military-connected students has never been stronger,” said Amber Williams
“We are incredibly honored to be recognized as a Military Friendly School
re-affirming our commitment to engage and maximize the academic experience of these scholars and support their dreams
UT is home to a large military-affiliated community
more than 370 faculty and staff members with military service
and more than 6,400 alumni who have served in the armed forces
The university also supports more than 340 ROTC cadets who are preparing to serve as the next generation of military officers in either the U.S
Air Force or Space Force — a reflection of the university’s longstanding commitment to developing leaders in service to the nation
“This recognition is indeed an honor,” said Thomas Cruise
“It reflects our continuous growth in the support and engagement of our veterans and military-connected students
Serving those who have served is both a privilege and a responsibility we hold dearly.”
The Military Friendly Schools list and ratings are based on public data and responses to the annual Military Friendly Schools Survey
which is offered at no cost to more than 8,800 institutions nationwide
participating schools are evaluated using updated methodology and stricter standards
developed with input from an independent research firm and the Military Friendly Advisory Council
Survey results are weighted across key categories
and final ratings are based on survey performance and the institution’s success in meeting benchmarks for student retention
and loan default rates — both for all students and specifically for student veterans
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The Roanoke Avenue Elementary School PTO hosted its first annual Community Day Saturday
which organizers hope to grow in the coming years
The aim of the event is to bring community members together
outdoors on a spring day to have family-friendly fun and get to know each other
organizer and Roanoke PTO President Karma Marshall said beforehand
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<a href="http://www.aacc.edu/default.cfm" target="_blank" >Anne Arundel Community College</a> (AACC) has been designated a 2025-2026 Military Friendly® School at the Silver level and named a 2025-2026 Military Spouse Friendly® School
The designations highlight the college’s efforts to provide accessible
sustainable education opportunities for military service members
The recognitions are awarded by Military Friendly®
institutions based on their support for military-affiliated students
The evaluation process includes analysis of public data and responses to a proprietary survey
with 830 receiving awards for exceeding baseline standards
“Receiving the Silver-level distinction is a recognition of AACC&#8217;s commitment to supporting student veterans and other military-connected individuals in our community,” said Kathleen Schorr
program manager of the Military/Veteran Resource Center at AACC
The Military Friendly® Schools list is published at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.militaryfriendly.com/">militaryfriendly.com</a>
offering prospective students information on schools with strong military support programs
AACC offers a range of services for veterans, active-duty service members, and their families. More information is available on the college’s <a href="https://www.aacc.edu/military/">Military and Veterans webpage</a>
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When you write a Golf Advisor course review now through December 31
your review will be entered into Golf Advisor’s Rate to Escape: Maui Sweepstakes for a chance to win a five-star trip to Maui
One Grand Prize winner and guest will travel in an AVIS rental car for six nights/ seven days of accommodations with the latest gear from OGIO to play on the finest fairways in Maui
We’re also giving away 12 Golf Advisor Swag bags to lucky reviewers
Grooming a young golfer can feel overwhelming to many parents
equipment changes and tee times can feel like a financial drain
Finding somewhere to play and practice that won't break the bank is probably the no
1 responsibility of the parent of a junior golfer
Many facilities that are friendliest to young golfers are short courses and very crowded (and often scruffy) municipal golf courses
Tiger Woods got his start on hardscrabble courses around Los Angeles
But we've found an attractive alternative for young golfers who are ready to take the next step. With our new list of America's Top 100 Kid-Friendly Golf Facilities, we've tapped into the amazing playing benefits of <a class="Link" href="https://youthoncourse.org/" data-gtm-link-analytics="true" data-cms-ai="0">Youth on Course</a> to identify the best golf courses juniors can play for the most affordable rates
offers $5 tee times for its members at more than 2,000 courses across the U.S.
facility on our list has at least one course that has been honored among the "best in state" by major publications such as GolfPass
Another 120 state-ranked candidates didn't make the cut for this Top 100
proving how deep the roster is for Youth on Course members who want to play and practice at high-quality facilities around the country
We've organized the selections by region and by state
Savvy golf parents can also use this list as a guide for planning family trips
where younger golfers can play for a rate so cheap that the extra money left over could be spent on a nice room or better meals
The Sandhills of North Carolina and California's Monterey Peninsula
While there are time restraints and day of the week limitations for securing Youth on Course tee times - sometimes paying cart rental fees or calling ahead is required as well - those hurdles are minimal compared to the priceless opportunity to expose your kids to the greatest game of them all: golf
Here are America's Top 100 Kid-Friendly Golf Facilities thanks to Youth on Course: 
$5 policy: Weekdays anytimeComment: Tallwood
ranked among Golfers' Choice best in state four times
plays more than 6,500 yards with water in play on half its holes
Weekend after 3pmComment: This 6,858-yard muni
which has finished among the state's top 15 in Golfers' Choice five times
North: Weekends after 2pmComments: The North dates to the 1930s
it's easily walkable and cherished for its value
$5 policy: Walking only every day starting at 5pmComment: This 7,034-yard gem
ranked among Maryland's best five times in Golfers' Choice
made the leap to the national top 50 in 2023
$5 policy: Every day after 4pmComment: Geoffrey Cornish
designed this 6,761-yard muni in 1974 with Mark Mungeam modernizing it
$5 policy: M-Thurs after 3pm. F-Sun after 4pmComment: The 6,810-yard Blue Heron Pines was designed by <a class="Link" href="https://www.golfpass.com/architects/2942-Stephen-Kay" data-gtm-link-analytics="true" data-cms-ai="0">Stephen Kay</a>
Under age 12 need an accompanying adult charged the twilight rate.Comment: Owned by former NFL quarterback Ron Jaworski
the 7,072-yard RiverWinds sits between the banks of the Woodbury Creek and a deep harbor marina on the Delaware River
$5 policy: After 4pm Sun–Thurs.Comment: The 7,213-yard Vineyards is situated in the South Jersey Pinelands with beautiful views of orchards and vineyards.&nbsp;Mom and dad can sip while the kids chip at this golf-and-wine destination
$5 policy: NY state residents weekdays only after 4pmComment: Getting on the popular Black
Weekend after 1pm&nbsp;Comment: This historic 6,462-yard Seymour Dunn design from 1927 has ranked among New York's top 25 five times in Golfers' Choice
Weekends after 3pmComment: This 6,473-yard course is a regular in New York's Golfers' Choice ratings
F-Sun after 3pmComment: Ranked among the state's top courses by Golfers' Choice eight times
the 6,700-yard Hobbs Hole is a favorite of members and locals alike
Parent required.Comment: Another eight-time state honoree
Kiskiack is known for lots of water and nice natural views without houses in sight
There are several ways junior golfers can play free at some really nice golf clubs, resorts and facilities around the country. Ten different Marriott golf resorts offer a <a class="Link" href="https://www.marriott.com/offers/packages/kids-golf.mi" data-gtm-link-analytics="true" data-cms-ai="0">Kids Golf-4-Free program</a> where juniors ages 15 and under enjoy a complimentary round with a full-paying adult after 3 p.m
Click on our resort pages below to learn more about each course
One last tip: It's always wise to check in with local golf courses and see what junior golf promotions they have cooking. Last summer, <a class="Link" href="https://www.golfpass.com/travel-advisor/courses/785-manitou-passage-golf-club" data-gtm-link-analytics="true" data-cms-ai="0">Manitou Passage</a> in northern Michigan announced <a class="Link" href="https://www.manitoupassagegolfclub.com/golf/rates" data-gtm-link-analytics="true" data-cms-ai="0">a Twilight Special</a>
kids ages 17 and under play free&nbsp;with a paying adult round
$5 policy: Tues-Wed after 3pmComment: Both the Port and Starboard courses have earned 'best in state' recognition since opening in 1995
a muni that hosted the PGA TOUR Champions in 2002
was designed by Dick Nugent to be a treeless links featuring vistas of Chicago's skyline and Lake Calumet
$5 policy: Ackerman-Allen every day after 4pm
Kampen Course weekdays after 4 pmComment: Purdue's 36-hole facility is headlined by the Kampen Course
host of the 2008 NCAA Men’s Championships and the 2003 NCAA Women’s Championships.&nbsp;
$5 policy: Walking only Mon-Thu anytime after 2pm
Mon-Thu (with adult after 1pm)Comment: Few courses have done as well in Golfers' Choice as this Bill Bergin design
It has ranked among our national top 50 five times and also scored highly for its value
Weekends after 3pmComment: Although the Black Course (4.8) is more highly regarded
only the Silver Course (4.8) appeared in the Golfers' Choice Top 50
Both are old-school designs where thick rough and a few hazards are the biggest obstacles
means “Land of the Woods” in Dutch.&nbsp;It's a stout test of golf through the trees
$5 policy: Mon-Thu after 2pmComment: Fifty bunkers and 10 ponds make Hunters Ridge (4.3) a challenge for golfers
$5 policy: Weekdays after 2 pmComment: The mostly treeless Buffalo Dunes could be the best public course in Kansas
A course-wide renovation is set to be completed in 2026 to celebrate the city muni's 50th anniversary
Weekends after 12pmComment: Golfers don't mind the drive because of the views and the value of Dale Hollow
which has ranked among the state's top courses in Golfers' Choice eight times
Weekends after 12pmComment: Arthur Hills designed Eagle Ridge (4.0) to play narrow at times
The elevation changes off the tee provide for thrilling drives and beautiful views
Weekends after 12pmComment: Brian Ault squeezed the 6,394-yard course on an island surrounded by Lake Cumberland
and Pete Dye collaborated on this popular Louisville muni
Approach shots and putting on undulating greens are at a premium for scoring
Weekends after 12pmComment: The Michael Hurdzan design sits within a valley crisscrossed by a meandering stream and surrounded by mountains.&nbsp;With five par 5s and five par 3s
$5 policy: M-Thur anytimeComment: Rees Jones let the land guide him to 18 natural and engaging holes
$5 policy: Call for a tee time T-Thur after 3pmComment: Gaylord GC is known for its pure greens
It's a stalwart in Michigan's Golfers' Choice rankings
$5 policy: Walking only M-Tues anytimeComment: Radrick Farms
is normally treated as a private club with access only given to those connected with the University of Michigan
but young golfers are lucky enough to play it several days a week
$5 policy: Walking only M-Tues anytimeComment: This Dr
Alister MacKenzie design in the shadow of the 'Big House' - aka Michigan Stadium - is a rare MacKenzie that's kept in great shape while also open to the public
$5 policy: M-Thurs after 4pm.&nbsp;Additional $25/person for the cart.&nbsp; Comment: Fresh off a renovation
The Pines has returned to the top conditions that made it a Golf Magazine Top 100 course in the early 2000s
$5 policy: M-Thurs after 4pm.&nbsp;Additional $25/person for the cart.&nbsp; Comment: The Preserve is located farther from civilization but that gives its log-cabin clubhouse and rolling hills a northern woods vibe
Weekends after 3 pmComment: This 6,515-yard city muni is also home to one of the state's best public practice areas
two sculptured fairways and target greens and a three-hole Academy Course.&nbsp;
$5 policy: Walking only M-Tues&amp;Thurs anytime
F-Sun after 2pmComment: Designed by Jim Engh
$5 policy: Anytime Comment: Overlooking Lake Sakakawea
The Links of North Dakota lives up to its name
traversing a windswept landscape of no trees or water hazards
a&nbsp;former host of the old Nike Tour's Miami Valley Open
is located partway between Dayton and Cincinnati
$5 policy: T&amp;Thurs and weekends after 2 p.m.Comment: The 6,271-yard historic course has roots to A.W
It is home to what is marketed as the game's first island green
$5 policy: M-Thurs after 2 pmComment:&nbsp;The 6,656-yard Skytop Lodge is a mountain course in Pennsylvania's Poconos
A variety of elevation changes make it tough to hit the small greens
$5 policy: Daily after 2pm excluding Wednesday.Comment: Located near the Black Hills only 23 miles from Mount Rushmore National Memorial
Meadowbrook delivers a classic parkland experience of tree-lined fairways with Rapid Creek winding through the course and water coming into play on nine holes
Weekends after 4pmComment: This classic muni hosted the Greater Milwaukee Open from 1994-2009 and is most famous for Tiger's PGA Tour debut in 1996
$5 policy: Anytime weekdaysComment: Both the older Highland Hills (1964) and Boomerang Links (1991) have garnered state ranking accolades from Golfers' Choice
A land swap in 2021 brought three new holes to Boomerang's back nine
$5 policy: Anytime (call 7 days in advance to book)Comment: Tom Doak's 2009 redesign makes CommonGround a Denver-area favorite
As the home of the Colorado Golf Association
it welcomes all ages and skill levels to grow the game
$5 policy: M-Thu after 4pmComment: In the land of pricy private and resort golf in the Vail Valley
this local muni caters to the everyman golfer with nice conditions and a solid layout at the base of the Gore Mountain Range in the Rocky Mountains
Valid license required.Comment: Jug Mountain has committed to helping beginners by building a short course near the range
Its main course starts out with a jaw-dropping first tee shot off of a ledge high above the first fairway
$5 policy: March 1-Oct 31 four hours before sunset.&nbsp;Nov 1-Feb 28 anytime
Call for availabilityComment: Designed by John Harbottle III
the 6,890-yard BanBury wanders around the Boise River
$5 policy: Daily after 4pm by calling for a tee timeComment: That Jack Nicklaus transformed a Superfund cleanup site of an old iron ore mine into a nationally renowned course remains one of golf's great environmental success stories
Remnants of old equipment still decorate the property
$5 policy: M-Thu depending on availability
Call in advance.Comment: Cambrian Ridge is one of the lesser known stops on the Robert Trent Jones Trail because there's no hotel or par 3 course
but it's always ranked among the top courses in the state by multiple publications
Call in advance.Comment: With three impressive layouts
Capitol Hill is one of the RTJ Trail's signature stops
The Senator Course hosted the LPGA Tour nine times from 2007-2016 and currently hosts The Guardian Championship
Call in advance.Comment: As a former host of the NCAA Division I Men's and Women's NCAA Championships
Grand National is a highly regarded tournament facility with 32 of its 54 holes playing along the shores of the 600-acre Lake Saugahatchee
Call in advance.Comment: Both the Falls and Crossings courses come highly regarded
The LPGA Tour and Korn Ferry Tour competed on the Crossings course
Weekends after 12pmComment: A former PGA TOUR Champions host
this muni provides skyline views of Miami across Biscayne Bay
Mangrove thickets and seven saltwater lagoons are hard to avoid when the wind kicks up
$5 policy: Daily after 2pmComment: The two home munis of GolfPass Senior Staff Writer Tim Gavrich are eminently playable and enjoyable for all ages and skills
Although Gavrich favors the challenge of the Dunes
it's the Lakes that gets more love in Golfers' Choice
Weekends after 3pmComment: Just minutes from I-75
Fields Ferry gets praised for its consistently good conditions and value for the dollar
$5 policy: Sun-Thurs after 3pm Comment: Designed by Bob Cupp and Sam Snead
The Club at Savannah Harbor has been state ranked in Golfers' Choice six different seasons for its good conditions and resort vibe
It is part of the Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort
which is&nbsp;located on Hutchinson Island in the Savannah River on the Georgia-South Carolina border
Weekends after 3pmComment: Rolling hills make for tricky lies and nice elevation changes and views at Innsbrook (4.6)
$5 policy: Daily after 2 pmComment: The home of the Wolfpack ranks among the top college courses in Golfers' Choice regularly
The Arnold Palmer design offers glimpses of the Raleigh skyline
$5 policy: M-W after 3pmComment: Mid Pines and Pine Needles - both heralded Donald Ross designs - are located across the street from one another and could easily be combined for a family golf getaway to the North Carolina Sandhills
$5 policy: Anytime (booked a day prior or day of play)Comment: Only the Pinehurst 1
3 and 5 courses - plus The Cradle - are available for Youth on Course $5 tee times
but those are some of the most fun and affordable courses at the historic resort
$5 policy: M-W after 3pmComment: As a four-time host of the U.S
Pine Needles has a nice tournament pedigree to go along with its beautiful lodge and Ross features
$5 policy: M-W after 3pmComment: Southern Pines was taken over by the owners of Mid Pines and Pine Needles and recently renovated by architect Kyle Franz
$5 policy: Daily after 11 amComment: Charleston Muni
was wonderfully restored by Troy Miller in 2020
It's great that such a historic city has revived such a treasured classic
$5 policy: AnytimeComment: Long playing second fiddle to so many top courses in Pawleys Island
Founders Club rose above its competition in the Golfers' Choice 2023 rankings
$5 policy: Call for tee time M-Thurs after 12pm
F-Sunday after 2pmComment: This 6,756-yard gem was designed by Ron Garl
The front nine winds its way through pines and waste areas before the back nine follows the banks of the Intracoastal waterway
$5 policy: Daily after 3:30pmComment: With three different parkland courses to choose from in Arizona's Valley of the Sun
Wigwam would make for a great family golf vacation for a young Youth on Course member who's learning to love the game
$5 policy: Daily after 2pmComment: Both the Mountain and Palm courses have been state recognized
and if you still want more golf after dark
Availability after 12pm Comment: This 27-hole muni in Boulder City a half hour from the Strip is one the best value plays near Las Vegas
$5 policy: June 6-Aug 20 after last tee timeComment: TPC Las Vegas feels like a private club with its nice clubhouse and prime conditions
it's got a few challenging holes over desert washes
$5 policy: Sun-Thurs anytimeComment: The Aggies' home course shows up often in Golfers' Choice state and college rankings
$5 policy: AnytimeComment: Every golf publication considers this Farmington city playground by Ken Dye one of the country's best munis
A $10-million renovation wrapped up in 2023 has improved cart paths
$5 policy: Daily after 2pmComment: This 6,761-yard state park course overlooks Lake Eufaula
F-Sun after 1pmComment: The oldest public golf course in Texas was the first ever host to the Texas Open Golf Tournament in 1922
The 6,243-yard layout has a tight front nine with plenty of trees
Weekend after 12pmComment: Located in Texas Hill Country
the 6,558-yard course is located near Lake Lyndon B
Condos on site offer stay and play opportunities
Carts extraComment: With a perfect 5.0 GolfPass star rating
this Keith Foster design on the outskirts of Salt Lake City has ranked among the top six public courses in the state three times in Golfers' Choice
There's a great deal of elevation change and unique holes cut from the side of a mountain within a housing community.&nbsp;
$5 policy: Call ahead for tee time M-Thurs after 2 pmComment: The 6,502-yard course is loaded with ball-gobbling hazards
Black Horse daily after 2:30pmComment: Bayonet is the championship test
having hosted multiple PGA Professional Championships for the nation's top club pros
while Black Horse has recently been renovated to introduce the region's sandscapes into its design
Future plans include a hotel for a full-service golf resort
$5 policy: Daily after 3p.m.Comment: This Pete Dye design rides the hills of the warmer Carmel Valley inland from the Monterey Peninsula
 April 1-Sept 30 free after 4pmComment: Corica Park sits on an island on the east side of San Francisco Bay adjacent to the Oakland International Airport
Rees Jones redesigned the South Course from 2016-18 to create an Australian Sandbelt-themed course home to 110 bunkers
followed up by transforming the shorter North Course from 2022-2025 into an interesting Scottish-style links
$5 policy: M-Thurs after 5pmComment: The Arthur Hills-designed Ocean Course features a windswept links landscape on the Pacific Ocean
while the Old Course by Arnold Palmer is more traditional
finishing at the magical 18th hole running along the coastal cliffs toward the Ritz-Carlton hotel
$5 policy: Book tee times via the Youth on Course app and GolfNow
Members under 13 must have an adult chaperone
Availability varies daily.Comment: Gil Hanse is set to revamp Spanish Bay in 2026 to maximize its gorgeous setting right on the ocean
Weekends after posted twilightComment: The "Poor Man's Pebble Beach" is perfect for juniors
It's walkable and starts off with a bunch of par 3s before going dunesy along the ocean on the back nine
Call for space available tee timeComment: Following a two-year restoration
Pasatiempo has returned to its MacKenzie roots
Its five par 3s are a masterclass in shotmaking
$5 policy: Anytime Comment: Designed by William Bell
this 6,382-yard mountain course was a hidden gem until breaking out in Golfers' Choice 2023 and 2024
$5 policy: Walking only M-F from 2:30-2:50 by calling in advanceComment: The home of the Northern California Golf Association and Youth on Course
Poppy Hills hosts dozens of tournaments every year
The RTJ2 course is a nice walk through the Del Monte Forest
$5 policy: Daily after 5pm (3:30pm during daylight savings)Comment: Inland from the Monterey Peninsula, Quail Lodge's terrific 6,464-yard course winds through the rolling terrain of the Carmel Valley. <a class="Link" href="https://www.golfpass.com/architects/3060-Todd-Eckenrode" data-gtm-link-analytics="true" data-cms-ai="0">Todd Eckenrode</a>'s redesign made it more environmentally friendly
$5 policy: M-Thurs after super twilightComment: Rustic Canyon helped launch Gil Hanse to the international fame he holds today
Walking Rustic Canyon trying to solve its wicked greens feels worlds away from the crush of Los Angeles
$5 policy: Book tee times (nine holes only) via the Youth on Course app and GolfNow
Availability varies daily.Comment: Arguably Robert Trent Jones Sr.'s finest work
Spyglass Hill is lauded by some as better than Pebble Beach
with the first four holes delivering stunning ocean views before the layout climbs into the Del Monte Forest
$5 policy: M-Thu after 2pm (summer after 4pm)
Fleming: Any day after 12pmComment: Host of the 2020 PGA Championship and other top events
TPC Harding Park celebrates its 100th anniversary in 2025
If thick rough and long holes along Lake Merced are too much for your junior
play the shorter but still challenging Fleming nine
$5 policy: Call day of play for walking only tee time after 2pmComment: This tribal-owned course starts off with a dramatic drive off an elevated tee and never lets off the gas as the routing passes by a vineyard in the scenic Capay Valley
$5 policy: Anytime Comment: $5 golf on Maui
Maui Nui wanders through the foothills of Haleakala
providing subtle elevation changes as well as views of the ocean and the surrounding West Maui Mountains
$5 policy: Daily after 3pmComment: Affordable golf is hard to find in Hawaii
so take advantage of Waikoloa Village for a tropical island golf escape on Hawaii Island on the sunny Kohala Coast
$5 policy: Call day of play for tee time M-F anytime
Weekends after 12pmComment: This Dan Hixson design is the more affordable inland option to the courses of Bandon Dunes Golf Resort
The course's local owners even own a couple vacation rentals where you can stay
$5 policy: Call day of play for tee times daily after 1pmComment: Few resorts can match the variety of golf experiences of Eagle Crest
while the Challenge Course is shorter and sportier
Must call day of play.Comment: A five-time selection for Oregon's best in Golfers' Choice
the Florence Golf Links was designed by Rees Jones in 1993
$5 policy: Call day of play for tee times daily after 2pmComment: The golf course is generally wide open
Legend has it that several Scotsmen laid out four holes on the wind-swept dunes in the 1880s
making Gearhart Golf Links the oldest course in Oregon
$5 policy: Call day of play for tee times daily after 12pmComment: Oregon's best muni (ranked in Golfers' Choice seven different times) is perfect to play on arrival or departure day
Weekends after 12pm Must call day of playComment: Salishan starts out in the hills before a back nine situated on the west side of Highway 101 winds along Siletz Bay near the ocean.&nbsp;
$5 policy: Call for tee time M-F anytimeComment: Designed by Peter Jacobsen and Jim Hardy
Stonecreek's front nine meanders in a meadow-like setting with the back nine winding through towering Douglas fir trees and bordering wetlands
$5 policy: Call for tee times available M-F beginning 3.5 hours before sundownComment: The host of the 2015 U.S
Open has solved its greens issues by converting them from fescue to poa
The walk in the former gravel quarry along the Puget Sound has always been sublime
Weekends after 12pmComment: The home of the Pacific Northwest Golf Association and Washington Golf (WA Golf) had a seven-year run in Washington's Golfers' Choice rankings from 2014-21
$5 policy: M-Thu after 2pmComment: Both the resort's Prospector (4.4) and Rope Rider (5.0) courses bring the fun
your young golfer will love the resort's indoor pool and water slide
This is the drier side of the mountains so enjoy the sunshine
$5 policy: M-T &amp; Thu after 2pmComment: Trophy Lake is one of several wonderful public facilities on the Kitsap Peninsula across the Tacoma Narrows Bridge from the mainland. A neighbor, the <a class="Link" href="https://www.golfpass.com/travel-advisor/courses/1632-the-cascade-at-gold-mountain-golf-course" data-gtm-link-analytics="true" data-cms-ai="0">Cascade Course at Golf Mountain Golf Club</a> in Bremerton
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and apparently we have their fellow GOAT contestant James Holzhauer to thank for bringing these old rivals face-to-face
Masters champion and last year&rsquo;s third-place finisher
he recommended that we reach out to the person who has won more money playing Jeopardy
than any human (or computer) alive: Ken&rsquo;s rival of 20 years
Jeopardy! greats <a data-analytics-id="inline-link" href="https://www.cinemablend.com/tag/ken-jennings" data-auto-tag-linker="true" data-before-rewrite-localise="https://www.cinemablend.com/tag/ken-jennings">Ken Jennings</a> and Brad Rutter have shared the stage several times as competitors
including when Rutter beat the would-be host in the 2005 Ultimate Tournament of Champions
when they were both beat by IBM&rsquo;s Watson in 2011
when Rutter bested Jennings in the 2014&rsquo;s Battle of the Decades
and when Team Brad beat Team Ken in Jeopardy
when you saw that lighthearted exchange between Brad and Ken in the opening introductions &mdash; &lsquo;I know you&rsquo;re delighted to see me
Ken&rsquo; &mdash; think about how many games
and decades went into the formation of that moment
becoming the first human to ever beat Rutter
then Jennings finishing the best-of-3 series with victories in Games 3 and 4
I absolutely loved seeing these two come together again
and you can tell Brad Rutter&rsquo;s ready to reignite the friendly rivalry
as he gave Ken Jennings hell for bringing up the 2020 tournament and said he planned to &ldquo;make fun of&rdquo; the host a bit while he&rsquo;s there
It may have been Brad Rutter&rsquo;s first game in five years
but Michael Davies certainly didn&rsquo;t ease him back into the competition upon his long-awaited return
Rutter was immediately pitted against last year&rsquo;s Masters champ Victoria Groce (complete with green jacket) and runner-up Yogesh Raut
and he finished in third place for no match points
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Former Maine Governor Paul LePage, a longtime ally of President <a href="https://www.newsweek.com/topic/donald-trump" data-sys="1" class="multivariate">Donald Trump</a> and a divisive figure in state politics
announced Monday that he is running for Congress in Maine's highly competitive 2nd Congressional District
LePage, a <a href="https://www.newsweek.com/topic/republican" data-sys="1" class="multivariate">Republican</a> who served as governor from 2011 to 2019 and lost a bid to return in 2022
filed paperwork late Sunday to challenge Democratic Rep
The district is considered a political battleground
having elected Golden four times while also backing Trump in three consecutive presidential elections
LePage reenters the political arena with a controversial legacy
he gained national notoriety for inflammatory remarks
including suggesting that out-of-state drug dealers were impregnating "young white" girls
and comparing a political rival's behavior to abuse "without providing Vaseline." He once branded himself as "Donald Trump before Donald Trump became popular" and endorsed Trump early in his 2016 campaign
Although he downplayed his ties to Trump during his unsuccessful 2022 gubernatorial run
LePage reaffirmed his support for the former president in a statement Monday
"Entrenched interests are fighting President Trump at every turn as he works to fix problems." He also pledged to combat "extreme woke policies that defy common sense," defend Second Amendment rights
who served in the Maine House during part of LePage's tenure as governor
responded with a jab in a Monday statement: "I thought Paul was doing his best work in retirement."
A spokesperson for Golden told the Associated Press the congressman remains focused on supporting Maine's fishing industry
protecting jobs at Bath Iron Works shipyard and opposing GOP-led health care cuts
LePage briefly relocated to Florida before re-establishing residency in Maine
His 2022 challenge to Democratic Governor Janet Mills
would have made him Maine's longest-serving governor
Overall, more than a dozen members of <a href="https://www.newsweek.com/topic/congress" class="multivariate">Congress</a> have already <a href="https://www.newsweek.com/biggest-political-battles-2026-taking-shape-2065299" target="_blank" rel="noopener" class="multivariate">announced they will not seek reelection in 2026, </a>setting the stage for what could be a transformative midterm election cycle
with control of both chambers hanging in the balance
Maureen O'Toole, National Republican Congressional Committee eastern regional press secretary, told Newsweek via email: "<a href="https://www.newsweek.com/topic/republicans" data-sys="1" class="multivariate">Republicans</a> will win here next year whether this race is against Jared Golden or any other out of touch Democrat. Mainers are sick and tired of <a href="https://www.newsweek.com/topic/democrats" data-sys="1" class="multivariate">Democrats</a>' radical agenda that raises taxes
and prioritizes far-left gender ideology over common sense."
LePage distanced himself from Donald Trump&mdash;then under fire following the January 6 Capitol riot
the 2nd Congressional District race in 2026 is expected to draw national attention
as Republicans seek to maintain their narrow House majority
Golden narrowly fended off Republican Austin Theriault in the last election
highlighting the district's razor-thin margins
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Representatives from Douglas County organizations listen to speakers during the 2025 Family Friendly Employer Summit on Thursday at Aviva Health in Roseburg
and Buds and Blooms Preschool owner Brittany Gross
discuss childcare during the 2025 Family Friendly Employer Summit on Thursday at Aviva Health in Roseburg
Douglas County Childcare Coalition members Michelle Martin
Brian Prawitz and Karissa Bent address the audience of the 2025 Family Friendly Employer Summit on Thursday at Aviva Health in Roseburg
Cobb Children’s Learning Center executive director Karissa Bent
speaks during a round table demonstration during the 2025 Family Friendly Employer Summit on Thursday at Aviva Health in Roseburg
Douglas EducatioN Service District early learning program facilitator Robin Van Winkle welcomes the audience of the 2025 Family Friendly Employer Summit on Thursday at Aviva Health in Roseburg
businesses from Douglas County and beyond gathered to explore new strategies and share ideas for supporting families and providing childcare opportunity benefits at the 2025 Family Friendly Employer Summit
According to Douglas Education Service District Early Learning Program Facilitator Robin Van Winkle
the main goal of the event was to emphasize the benefits of building a family friendly work structure to employers throughout the county
“When employers support those working parents
they see better outcomes in terms of their (ability to) attract a great workforce
they’re able to retain a great workforce and then it also helps our economic development as well as the community overall.”
served as an opportunity for businesses and childcare providers to network
learn from one another and hear from experts on integrating family support into a business model
the event brought in two featured speakers
the president and CEO of the Texas-based engineering and manufacturing corporation SigmaPro
the national director of the family-friendly policy networking organization Best Place for Working Parents
Allen shared the story of how her company successfully integrated a functioning childcare facility into their company to help support employees with young children during COVID
Allen offered several pieces of advice to the audience for integrating childcare
such as not trying to address every need for employees at once and not being afraid of the possibility of pushback
Allen said maintaining empathy for an employee’s needs was a major part of moving the project forward
we wanted to stay positioned to make human centered decision making a priority,” Allen said
“It was really important for me to relate and to empathize with everyone.”
Allen shared that businesses shouldn’t underestimate the impact even the smallest of efforts can have for supporting employees with families
“That low-hanging fruit for you may be the easiest problem to solve
it may be the least expensive problem to solve
it may be the quickest problem to solve,” Allen said
Don’t sacrifice the 1% solution because you cant’ get a 100% solution in place.”
Funk’s speech took the audience beyond childcare and explored other strategies that businesses can use to support employees with families in ways that help retain workers and boost their productivity
Even if employers are not able to provide childcare directly
there are more affordable options for supporting those workers
“I think it’s important for employers to understand that childcare really isn’t the only path,” Funk said
there’s a lot of low and no-cost solutions that are available
some sort of hybrid...getting schedules that are three weeks in advance rather than the week of can really help caregivers put the child care needs in place for them that they feel safe and secure about
overall reducing their stress both at home and at work but then also making them a more reliable employee.”
The spotlight was also provided to a number of childcare providers local to Douglas County who shared stories and advice relating to the successes and obstacles of operating rural childcare facilities
the executive director of Cobb Children’s Learning Center
said one piece of advice she had for organizations stepping into childcare is to have a thorough understanding of the needs of families in a particular community
“I think being a community partner is probably the most essential to make sure that you are sustainable
to be honest,” Bent said.” Know what the community needs
know what the families need and then try to match it as best as possible as a business.”
owner of Wildflower Preschool and Child Care
relating them to the needs of the community she serves
a lot of our families are facing geographic isolation and socioeconomic challenges with being able to access and afford childcare,” Ruley said
“I think it’s really important that we strategize and we think outside the box on how we can access funding to help support the infrastructure
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there are few things that residents love more than craft beer
we&apos;d definitely have to say that DOGS make the cut
It seems that everyone in the Boise area is a dog lover or a dog owner
more and more patios and area restaurants fill up with folks...but what about dogs
Let&apos;s take a look at some of the most popular places and patios for local dog owners
dog-friendly patios or destinations?&#xA0;
There&apos;s no denying the fact that dog owners love a place to take their pet while they enjoy a bite or a drink
that is brought to just about any business when there&apos;s an adorable dog present is unparalleled
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Paul LePage to run for Congress in Trump-friendly district held by Democrat GoldenPatrick Whittle
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an early supporter of President Donald Trump's first successful White House bid and a polarizing figure in state politics
said Monday he is running for Congress in a competitive district
LePage made support for Trump less of a focus in his failed 2022 bid for governor
but said in a Monday statement that “entrenched interests are fighting President Trump at every turn as he works to fix problems." He also vowed to fight “extreme woke policies that defy common sense,” protect the 2nd Amendment and create jobs
served as a member of the Maine House of Representatives for four years while LePage was governor
A spokesperson for Golden said the congressman is prioritizing protecting Maine's fishing communities
fighting Republican-led health care cuts and working to secure jobs at the Bath Iron Works shipyard and is not focusing on reelection
Golden said in a Monday statement: “I thought Paul was doing his best work in retirement.”
LePage initially <a href="https://apnews.com/article/maine-business-health-coronavirus-pandemic-government-and-politics-60c873808a0da473edc50efd82eb33c8">moved from Maine</a> after leaving the governor's office in 2019 and took up residence in Florida
His bid to unseat Mills in 2022 would have made him the longest-serving governor in Maine history
Regardless of who the candidates are, the 2nd Congressional District in Maine will be one of the most-watched House races in the country in 2026 because Republicans hold a slim majority in the chamber and the district is one of the most competitive. Golden <a href="https://apnews.com/article/maine-2nd-congressional-district-recount-d0089983fd6c73eff61e1a8098695f80">narrowly won</a> reelection over Republican Austin Theriault last year
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Summary: Friendly Recovery Center is making mental health care accessible by expanding its outpatient programs to meet the growing demand in Orange County
a leading provider of mental health care in Orange County
has announced the expansion of its outpatient mental health treatment services to address the increasing demand for accessible and flexible care in the community
This expansion will allow the center to offer additional outpatient programs to support individuals seeking mental health treatment but needing the flexibility to maintain their daily routines
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The center's flexible treatment model allows patients to receive therapy
and psychiatric services in the evenings or on weekends
This makes it easier for working adults or students to participate without taking time off from their usual activities.The expansion includes various treatment options that address a broad range of mental health challenges
From individual therapy sessions to group therapy and psychiatric consultations
the new services provide patients with a well-rounded approach to managing their conditions
The outpatient programs are evidence-based and tailored to meet the unique needs of each patient
empowering individuals to develop coping strategies and emotional regulation skills that will help them manage their mental health in the long term
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In addition to the flexibility of scheduling
Friendly Recovery Center's outpatient programs are designed to support individuals transitioning from more intensive inpatient or partial hospitalization care
For patients who have completed a more structured treatment plan
the outpatient services offer a bridge back to their regular lives while maintaining the treatment progress
This gradual transition is critical for those who need ongoing support as they reintegrate into their daily routines
As mental health remains a critical issue for many residents of Orange County, Friendly Recovery Center is committed to expanding its reach and helping even more people find the support they need. With a focus on whole-person care, the <a href="https://api.newsfilecorp.com/redirect/m3YPMCmNqp">mental health treatment center</a> is confident that the expanded outpatient services will make a meaningful difference in the lives of those who are struggling with mental health challenges
For more information on the expanded services or to learn more about Friendly Recovery Center
Friendly Recovery Center helps individuals on the journey to becoming better to create a lasting foundation for their mental
The center offers a range of outpatient services
to support people in managing mental health conditions while continuing with their daily lives
Friendly Recovery Center provides effective treatment that empowers individuals to lead healthier
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Company Name: Friendly Recovery CenterContact Person: David HamPhone: 657-218-9125Address: 15991 Red Hill Ave, Suite 101City: TustinState: CAPostal Code: 92780Country: USWebsite: <a href="https://api.newsfilecorp.com/redirect/kOgoMU8zky">https://friendlyrecovery.com/</a>
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Mother’s Day wraps up a fun-filled week of free family events all across Brooklyn
Brooklyn&#8217;s biggest FREE flower bar and bouquet making for Mother&#8217;s Day is coming to the Show Brooklyn Some Love Fest at City Point
The celebrations continue on our Open Streets
with DUMBO Family Games and Montague Open Streets both launching this Sunday
Enjoy live music in Park Slope at the Brooklyn Conservatory of Music’s Open Stages festival
take part in the Myrtle Avenue Scavenger Hunt across Fort Greene and Clinton Hill
and bring the little ones to the Brooklyn Children’s Museum for a special AAPI storytime or a free hands-on art workshop
experience Indian dance with Anja Dance Company at Central Library
and catch your first outdoor movie of the season at the the NYC Public Schools Film Festival in Sunset Park
The Pier 2 Roller Rink in Brooklyn Bridge Park offers free admission hours on Mondays
Roller skate with amazing views of the Brooklyn Bridge and lower Manhattan
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with Sing Your Way to Spanish
Our multicultural children&#8217;s songs are filled with energy and joy
and colorful visuals making it a truly multi-sensory experience
Come join us as we create lasting memories through the power of music
Hopalong Andrew’s weekly shows at Whole Foods are FREE! Make sure to double check in his <a href="https://www.instagram.com/hopalongandrew/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Instagram</a> the morning of to make sure class has not been cancelled for any reason
educational music experience curated by renowned kids music instructor
Corey&#8217;s music performances are perfect for kids ages 0-6+ with familiar songs
and a host of originals (find his album on Spotify!)
but it&#8217;s always a party when you join Music With Corey
There is not an indoor space at this event
Join park educators for Tot Time Tuesday at Hendrix Creek Patio on April 1st
Learn about nature with FREE toddler-friendly crafts and activities
This event is catered towards children aged 2 through 5
All children must be accompanied by a guardian for the duration of the event
Tuesdays @ 11am at Smith Street location | Thursdays @ 11am at Montague Street location
Join Books Are Magic for Tiny Storytime for ages 6-36 months
Join us each Tuesday at 11am and select Saturdays at 10am for a special storytime – perfect for babies and toddlers
Private Picassos Founder Valeen Bhat will read a favorite kid’s book in our cozy reading nook
toys and exploring all of the books we have at our Studio
say hello to our Leonard Library stuff and pick up materials to make your own suncatcher
all the colors will dance and make your Mom very happy… everyday
Tuesdays | 12:30-1:30pm | Register <a href="https://www.hisawyer.com/the-canopy-nyc/schedules/activity-set/1292685?day=2025-03-25&amp;view=cal&amp;source=semesters" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a>
Our weekly postpartum support group offers a safe and welcoming space for new parents to share their experiences
This free group provides emotional support
and valuable resources to help navigate the physical and emotional journey after childbirth
Our Fourth Trimester Support Group is here to uplift you through your unique postpartum experience
This class is being held exclusively at Canopy in our private classroom and is free for both members and non-members to attend
and feel free to bring your newborn or come by solo
Come make a special Mother’s Day collage for the mom or special person in your life at Adams Street Library
If you are a tween in between the ages of 10 and 12
join us in the Teen Gaming Room for Tween Tuesdays
This week we will be making crafts for Mother&#8217;s Day
Join us in our Craft Room to practice reading with our guest pup
Kids can make enormous strides in building self-esteem and confidence while acquiring a love of books by reading to a dog
The goal of the program is for kids to read in a specific environment
we ask that the kids attend the session on their own
Sign up at the Children&#8217;s Reference desk for a 15 minute slot on the day of the program
Space is limited to 3 children per time slot
For children ages 5-12 who are practicing their reading skills
Bring your baby to Fontainhas for some cozy chai and hangs with other new moms. Hosted every week by the new mom pop-up <a href="https://www.instagram.com/startwithpost" target="_blank" rel="noopener">POST</a>
Tuesdays | 5:00-7:30pm | Register <a href="https://downtownbrooklyn.com/event/ping-pong/2025-05-06/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a>
The Push BK again serves up exciting ping pong sets for beginners and seasoned players alike
This series has become a staple in Brooklyn Commons Park
providing after work and after school fun for all
DJ-Mike will provide the soundtrack for each match
the YA Book Group is a space for the curious young reader interested in a curated
intentionally diverse and broad selection of books
the group discusses The Henna Wars by Adiba Jaigirdar—When Dimple Met Rishi meets Simon vs
the Homo Sapiens Agenda in this romantic comedy debut about two teen girls with rival henna businesses
but she also doesn’t want to hide who she is
and it only gets harder once a childhood friend walks back into her life and a school competition pits the two against each other
Nishat has a decision to make: stay in the closet for her family
or put aside her differences with Flávia and give their relationship a chance
nationally touring musical songwriter for kids
from the classics to new songs that will surely become favorites
We&#8217;ll share some favorite folktales from around the world
Enter from the side gate a few yards down Carroll from the corner
Join songwriter and teaching artist Teagan Taylor for “Tunes with Teagan!” This is a music
and fun-filled class featuring new and familiar songs
Wednesdays | 3-6pm | Reserve tickets <a href="https://ticketing.wcs.org/webstore/shop/viewItems.aspx?cg=NYAWTIX&amp;c=NYAADMW" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a>; free tickets are made available at 3pm the Monday before
Take advantage of free admission hours at the New York Aquarium in Coney Island
Note that advance timed tickets are required; the Wednesday Afternoon Ticket Store will open on Monday at 3:00 pm for that Wednesday’s reservations
Do not come to the aquarium without a reserved ticket
come all to the Game Room upstairs in the Teen Mezzanine
We will provide a space for open topics expressing appreciations and concerns related to the LGBTQ+ community while we munch on snacks and paint
We will waterpaint cards for someone special
GSAs provide a supportive environment for lesbian
and gender non-conforming (LGBTQ) students
as well as those who are perceived by others to be LGBTQ
Explore colors &amp; patterns using a mix of art mediums
Join us once a week for a special toddler play group
For two hours our Studio will be transformed into the perfect play area for your kid
and an assortment of board and story books
Thursdays | 10am-12pm | RSVP <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/prospect-park-stroller-walk-tickets-1247566427769?aff=oddtdtcreator" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a>
Calling all parents and caregivers with children
Join a Prospect Park Alliance Naturalist at the Prospect Park Audubon Center for a leisurely stroll along Prospect Park’s waterways
Embrace the sound of streams and songs of birds
Enjoy fragrant flowers and explore the towering trees of Brooklyn’s Backyard
Please note that this walk leaves promptly at 10 am from the Prospect Park Audubon Center
Please check your email prior to the event for changes
updates and to confirm the walk has met a minimum participant requirement
Celebrate the one-year anniversary of our favorite park
Tuesday, May 8 | 2-4pm | Register <a href="https://www.bklynlibrary.org/calendar/stop-motion-animation-central-library-info-20250508-0200pm" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a>
Thursdays | 2-5pm | Reserve <a href="https://www.brooklynkids.org/events/amazon-free-hours-2025-05-08/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a>
Get a personal introduction to some of BCM’s most fascinating creatures
Thursday, May 8 | 3:00-3:45pm | RSVP <a href="https://www.brooklynkids.org/events/aapi-boba/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a>
and create a fun craft inspired by Boba Bear’s own NYC adventure
Thursday, May 8 | 3:00-4:30pm | Ages 8-13 | <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/young-bklyn-art-in-motion-tickets-1305081316349" target="_blank" rel="noopener">RSVP</a> required
Thursdays &amp; Fridays @ 3-5pm | Saturdays @ 1-5pm
Visit the Environmental Education Center for Open Hours
Open Hours offer the opportunity for self-led investigation with guidance by expert educators to reveal the hidden stories found within and around Brooklyn Bridge Park
and reading materials which rotate on a monthly basis
After School Movie at Brooklyn Heights Library
This week&#8217;s movie: &#8220;Lilo and Stitch&#8221; (2002)
No registration required; attendance limited by room capacity
Thursday, May 8, 3:30-5:30pm | Ages 13+ | <a href="https://www.bklynlibrary.org/calendar/mothers-day-block-red-hook-interim-library-20250508-0330pm" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Registration</a> required
Join us at Brooklyn Waterfront Artists Coalition for a Mother’s Day Block Printing Workshop
Free story time for ages 0-6 at Fountainhas on Thursdays at 4:30 pm
Bring your little ones for a fun story while you enjoy a glass of chai or wine
Friday, May 9 | 3:15-4:00pm | Ages 4-7 | Email to register: <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#ea878b9893c4898b98848f998b868faa8d878b8386c4898587" target="_blank" rel="noopener">[email&#160;protected]</a>
Space is limited so you will be notified that your child is confirmed with a spot
Friday, May 9 | 3:30pm | <a href="https://www.bklynlibrary.org/calendar/asian-american-and-park-slope-library-20250509-0330pm" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Registration</a> opens 24 hours in advance
Come and join us as we watch Raya and the Last Dragon and celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
humans and dragons lived together in harmony
when sinister monsters known as the Druun threatened the land
the dragons sacrificed themselves to save humanity
and it&#8217;s up to a lone warrior to track down the last dragon and stop the Druun for good
This program will have registration that will open 24 hours before the program begins
Join us in the Teen Game Room from 4 to 5 PM for Teen Karaoke
Friday, May 9 | 5:30-7:00pm | Sign up <a href="https://www.hfny.org/redhen/org/33551" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a>
volunteers stock grocery shelves at the community food pantry
The community food pantry provides quality food to restore health and dignity for families in need
Your help on Friday evenings will ensure a smooth experience when families and individuals arrive on Saturdays to shop at the pantry
Friday, May 9 | 6-8pm | Ages 13-19 | Register <a href="https://www.bklynlibrary.org/calendar/teen-takeover-climate-central-library-20250509-0600pm" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a>
Calling all teens passionate about the planet
where teens take over the library to learn
Whether you’re just getting curious or already leading climate initiatives in your community
May 10 | 8-11am | Ages 8+ | All children must be accompanied by an adult
volunteers are needed to serve at the Community food pantry which provides quality food to restore health and dignity for families in need
Volunteers help distribute grocery items to guests from the community
Special translator request: Please notify organizers when you serve if you know Mandarin or Cantonese and would be willing to help translate for guests on Saturday mornings
Come downstairs for weekly complimentary entertainment for your little ones to enjoy
Located in front of Osteria and Showroom Bakehouse
Saturday, May 10 | 10am-12pm | Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult | Register <a href="https://brooklynbridgepark.org/event/green-team-3/2025-05-10/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a>
Green Team volunteers support essential horticultural care in Brooklyn Bridge Park
This is a great opportunity to learn about gardening
and make a tangible difference in the Park with a group of other volunteers
Volunteers of all ages are welcome (under 16’s must be accompanied by a parent or guardian) and no volunteer orientation is required
No gardening experience is necessary; we provide all the instructions and tools needed for a rewarding experience
Advance registration is required and spaces are limited
Join the Alliance to discover why Prospect Park is an important place for over 250 species of birds
Learn why warblers are so wonderful through fun games
Fulfill all your cycling needs for the summer
Saturday, May 10 | 10am-7pm | RSVP <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/native-flowers-and-ecology-at-the-ncl-tickets-1316556107759?aff=oddtdtcreator" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a>
May 10 | 10am until dusk (Plant sale on Saturday &amp; Sunday
There will be live children&#8217;s music from 10am-12pm
Saturday, May 10 | 10:30am &amp; 2:30am | Best for ages 5-12 | RSVP <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tumble-live-sonic-saturday-tickets-1307093394529?aff=oddtdtcreator" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a>
May 10 (Rescheduled from April 26 due to rain) | 11:00am-1:30pm 
Saturday, May 10 | 11am-2pm | All ages | RSVP <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/show-brooklyn-some-love-fest-indoors-outdoors-tickets-1287061378229" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a>
Free Mother’s Day flower bar &amp; bouquet making
performances including Hopalong Andrew &amp; African drumming &amp; more kids activities for all ages at our 2nd Show Brooklyn Some Love Fest at Albee Square and City Point on Saturday
May 10 | 11am-2pm | Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult
Whether you’re just starting out or have already joined the birding ranks
join Prospect Park Alliance and a member of the Brooklyn Bird Club on an introductory walk to learn the basics of birding and search for the dozens of species that visit Prospect Park through all seasons
All levels are welcome and walks will begin at the Prospect Park Audubon Center
Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult
and grass and dirt paths with exposed roots
Saturday May 10 | 11am-2pm | Register <a href="https://www.prospectpark.org/event/park-pitch-in-i-love-my-park-day-3/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a> | Ages 14+
attracts thousands of volunteers to participate in cleanup
improvement and beautification events at parks
Join Prospect Park Alliance as we support this effort in Brooklyn’s Backyard
hands-on activity using everyday materials and prevent them from going to waste
and glue your own colorful plastic flower—perfect to take home or gift
Young Naturalists is a youth-led program for kids ages 5-13 to share and grow their knowledge about the world around them using Fort Greene Park as their open lab
Held biweekly with sessions ranging from bird identification and recycling minigames to sharing all sorts of knowledge
kids can expect to participate in hands-on activities and experiments and learn from their fellow Young Naturalists
Explore Schools Family Day Come join us for a fun-filled day at Atlantic Terminal Plaza for our Explore Schools Family Day event
This is a fantastic opportunity for families to learn more about schools and programs in the area
Bring your kids along to participate in exciting activities and interactive sessions
and explore the educational and enrichment options available for your child
Don&#8217;t miss out on this free and fun family event
self-guided event from Fourth Avenue to the Waterfront
showcasing a diverse collection of art from over 125 emerging and established local artists at 60+ participating businesses such as galleries
Visitors of all ages can stroll through the historic neighborhoods of Brooklyn Heights
Boerum Hill and Downtown Brooklyn to see the art of various mediums including paintings
Long Island band that performs the hits and teaches people about the science of music
They play everything from jazz to blues and funk and from disco to country and classic rock
Join keyboardist and vocalist Paul Block and saxophonist Dr
Alan Ettinger at the library and get into the groove
There will be 5-7 animals available to meet and hold
Dive into the rich traditions of Indian dance with our interactive workshops that blend cultural learning with the joy of movement
Each session is designed to engage participants of all ages and levels
you’ll experience Indian dance in a way that is meaningful
Saturdays &amp; Sundays | Performances at 2pm &amp; 4pm
After presenting concerts for nearly 50 years in a floating concert hall at Pier 1
Bargemusic has relocated their chamber music concerts to the Boathouse at Brooklyn Bridge Park’s Pier 5
This weekend: Art of Etude with pianist Olga Vinokur and “Music Our Mothers Love” with Orli Shaham and Deborah Buck
Saturday, May 10 | 2-5pm | RSVP <a href="https://www.classy.org/event/wordsmith-showcase-2025/e686403" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a>
Hosted by Tanja Richardson and Keenan Watson
The Wordsmith will showcase featured poets Mariah Scott and Dex McBean
Writers of all ages are welcome to participate in an open mic
RSVP is encouraged but not required for entry
Saturday, May 10 | 3-6pm | RSVP <a href="https://bkcm.org/os25/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a>
Park Slope streets will be filled with thousands of attendees
and 16 different stages at the Brooklyn Conservatory of Music’s fifth-annual Open Stages music festival
An annual tradition that began during the pandemic in May 2021
From big brass bands to sea shanties to cover-band fun outside the Commissioner
this year’s Open Stages will have something for everyone
this year’s festival will include featured performances from Honk NYC
Open Stages is 100% free and open to the public
Looking for a creative and colorful way to spend the weekend with your family
Join every weekend for some family-friendly arts &amp; crafts at the Sunset Park Recreation Center
Sunday, May 11 | 10am-12pm | Ages 10-17 ONLY | Register <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/family-volunteering-at-brooklyn-book-bodega-tickets-1319195171269" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a>
Be part of Brooklyn Book Bodega&#8217;s mission to increase the number of 100+ book homes by volunteering as a family at our Book Hub
family members will work together to stamp and sort books that have been donated to Brooklyn Book Bodega for distribution in the community
This event is for children (10-17) to join their adult/guardian in volunteering together for the Brooklyn Book Bodega
we are UNABLE to accommodate anyone under 10 in this space
If you want to bring your children under 10
Pre-registration to get books is required for this event
Sunday, May 11 | 10:30am-12:00pm | Register <a href="https://brooklynbridgepark.org/event/waterfront-walks-2/2025-05-11/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a>
Registration opens a month in advance of each date
Sunday, May 11 | 11:00-11:30am | RSVP <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/in-store-storytime-w-sara-holly-ackerman-good-knight-woods-words-tickets-1321615620899?aff=oddtdtcreator" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a>
A double storytime with one of our favorites
Good Knight: This adorable good night picture book told with bouncy rhyme
and the comedic high-fantasy feel of The Princess Bride and Brave is perfect for tucking in rambunctious little jousters
even when they insist on sleeping in their armor
Woods &amp; Words: This inspiring and enriching picture book biography explores the life and work of beloved poet Mary Oliver in its own uniquely lyrical way
shining a light on Mary’s belief that there are treasures and poems all around us in nature waiting to be discovered
Sunday, May 11 | 11am-1pm | RSVP <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dumbo-family-games-2025-tickets-1329971142489?aff=oddtdtcreator" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a>
FAD Market brings together over 35 independent designers
and more—find the perfect gift for mom or spend the day together discovering one-of-a-kind finds
and stroll through Brooklyn Bridge Park—all with the whole family
Sunday, May 11 | 12-4pm | RSVP <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/monuments-to-motherhood-mothers-day-celebration-tickets-1331333557509?aff=oddtdtcreator" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a>
The afternoon will feature an opportunity to meet the artist
learn more about the inspiration behind the piece
Treat Mom to a day of live music and mini golf
and a few complimentary swings on V2 Golf’s state of the art simulators
Join your friends at Powerhouse Books on Sundays at 1pm for storytime
Mother&#8217;s Day is the perfect day to enjoy the Atlantic Avenue ArtWalk
self-guided event featuring artworks from 150 Brooklyn artists at 60+ participating businesses
and don&#8217;t miss Mother&#8217;s Day at the Hoyt Street Garden (98 Hoyt Street) from 1:00-2:30pm
there will be special &#8220;Letters to Mom&#8221; and artwork on display on the fence as part of a special children&#8217;s art exhibit
and food—with programming across all three floors and in our garden
Food and drink by Spectro and Pioneer Works Bar
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Updated: May 5, 2025. Main Photo: <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/show-brooklyn-some-love-fest-indoors-outdoors-tickets-1287061378229" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Show Brooklyn Some Love Fest at Albee Square</a>
SaveShareI&#x27;d like my retirement savings to be invested in companies that don&#x27;t pollute the environment
But getting there&#x27;s not particularly easy or intuitive
Sean Gallup/Getty ImagesI want to make my retirement account more environmentally friendly
this goal is in the same camp for me as learning to sew my own clothes
play the cello or speak French conversationally  — I love it in concept
but the reality of actually accomplishing those goals is beyond daunting
The <a class="interallink" href="https://www.marketplace.org/shows/how-we-survive">latest season of Marketplace’s “How We Survive” podcast</a> examines the rise and fall of ESG investing, or investments that consider environmental, social and governance factors. <a class="interallink" href="https://www.marketplace.org/episode/2025/04/23/the-evolution-of-esg-investing">The last episode</a> focuses on reducing your carbon footprint by examining the investments in your retirement portfolio
“It turns out that moving your investments to a climate-friendly investment option is the single most impactful thing that the average American can do for climate change,” Alex Wright-Gladstein told Marketplace’s Amy Scott
Wright-Gladstein is the founder and CEO of Sphere
a company focused on climate-friendly investing
That line got me thinking about my own retirement account
I am by no means rich — no one goes into public radio to become a millionaire — but my retirement savings are the single largest sum of money I’ve invested at the ripe old age of 26
So I want to feel good (and secure) about it
So I went out on a personal quest: To more closely examine what investments my 403(b) — the nonprofit version of a 401(k) — held
interrogate the environmental impact of those investments and see how easy it would be to change them
One of the trickiest parts about trying to green your retirement portfolio is first learning all of the investments in it
Many retirement accounts are target-date funds
a mix of investments set to get more conservative in risk as you near a goal retirement year — in my case
it’s depressing to read that written out.)
I have a target-date fund hosted with Vanguard
Checking out the specifics of what exactly is in VLXVX
The online investment profile displays sectors my portfolio includes
consumer cyclical (totally know what that means)
Specific companies and their impact on the environment
So, I decided to ask someone who did all this hard work before me: journalist Alison Takemura. She wrote an article a few years back <a class="externallink" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.canarymedia.com/articles/guides-and-how-tos/how-to-divest-your-401k-from-fossil-fuels">about divesting her own retirement account from fossil fuels</a>
“You&#x27;re starting from this place of uncertainty,” she said
is there information about what stocks are held in that mutual fund
If it&#x27;s a target-date fund — which a lot of retirement funds or retirement programs offered by employer organizations will funnel you into — these target-date funds don&#x27;t give any indication.”
If it seemed like acquiring a conversational capacity for French was a toughie
imagine how daunting investigating the environmental impacts of each of the more than 3,500 companies that a portion of my retirement account included seems
I simply do not have that many hours to spare
I probably would have had a minor panic attack
“[FossilFreeFunds.org] really makes it transparent what different mutual funds hold
and they update that data on a quarterly basis
and then they grade it,” Takemura explained
My fund invests close to $800 million in fossil fuel across major companies like ExxonMobil
Here’s the thing: I want to have kids someday
And I want them to inherit an Earth that’s habitable
But … I also want to be able to retire someday
And energy companies make money — that’s why people invest in them
I’ve considered divesting my retirement portfolio from fossil fuel companies
But when I brought up divestment to Witold Henisz
vice dean and faculty director of the ESG Initiative at Wharton
“It&#x27;s really important to think about the implications of a divestment strategy, as opposed to what&#x27;s called <a class="externallink" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://pcg.law.harvard.edu/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/esg-excerpt.pdf">an ‘engagement strategy.’</a> And it might make you feel good to divest
it might make you feel like you&#x27;ve done something really concrete
But another word for ‘divestment’ is ‘disengagement,’” he said
but it&#x27;s really what you&#x27;re doing when you divest.”
If the folks who care about the energy transition divested from companies that invested in fossil fuel production
who would be left holding those stocks or buying them up
How do you know those investors won’t push the company to invest more in fossil fuels
“I&#x27;m certainly more on the camp of active ownership and exhibiting voice and trying to influence these companies from within,” Henisz said
He added that investors should look into the specific initiatives and investments that energy companies are putting forth
if we&#x27;re thinking about carbon capture
it&#x27;s reasonable to think that some of those innovations are going to come out of the fossil fuel companies,” he said
Alison Takemura takes the opposite view of Henisz. She divested from fossil fuel funds using <a class="externallink" title="" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.canarymedia.com/articles/guides-and-how-tos/how-to-divest-your-401k-from-fossil-fuels#:~:text=The%20third%20option,invest%20your%C2%A0money.">what’s called a tethered brokerage account</a>
she sold the assets in her retirement account
then opted to invest them in a fund that more closely aligned with her values
It shows you funds that receive an A grade in terms of fossil fuel investment
You can also parse how well each fund does in relation to other morally dubious sectors
like private prisons or tobacco and e-cigarette manufacturing
Another route folks can take? Take advice <a class="externallink" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.mollywood.co/p/using-401ks-to-drain-the-fossil-fuel">from friend of Marketplace Molly Wood</a>: Contact your company’s benefits manager and encourage them to offer climate-friendly retirement funds
For Takemura — like for me as I’ve started this process — taking a more active role in her finances seemed daunting
she made calls to her financial services provider: Did this make sense
“I was secure in knowing that the money wasn&#x27;t going to disappear,” Takemura said
“I could use the money in the brokerage account to get shares of a different fund that I actually aligned with.”
Another option that Takemura explored was using a financial adviser who could help her align with her investing — and ethical — goals
The ones offered through her company’s plans and others she found with pre-consultation calls just didn’t quite fit the bill
So she decided to take matters into her own hands using a tethered brokerage account
She didn’t switch everything over all at once — she started with new contributions
she eventually sold and moved her older retirement funds
she looked at funds that had better grades on fossil fuel investment
as well as in the other categories she cares about
Many of the asset managers <a class="externallink" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://fossilfreefunds.org/funds">who receive top grades from an environmental perspective</a> are smaller asset managers
relative to the big-time players like Fidelity or Vanguard
But it’s really the switching of funds that feels like the scariest part
You can view past performances of specific funds — like any investment
past performance does not guarantee future results — and weigh that against your values
she’s content with how her retirement fund has grown
“My investments have generally tracked the market,” Takemura said while cautioning that she is not a financial advisor
“It&#x27;s grown as the market has seen kind of unprecedented growth
I don’t think [my investments] have outperformed the market
but I don’t think they’ve done that differently either.”
I’ll be honest: I haven’t switched any future or current investments — yet
“I think you should always be attuned to the time horizon in which you need you know to pull out your capital and the time horizon in which you&#x27;re more confident in an investment,”  said Wharton’s Henisz
If you’re investing in companies that prioritize the green energy transition
and those risks may not pay off in the short term.”
I also recognize that the people who manage retirement funds probably know more about the market than I do
It’s nice to have faith in them and not take on more work
and I’d like to know that where my money goes is not doing active harm — to the planet
to the health of the consumers who buy products being made
who has transitioned several retirement accounts resulting from multiple jobs
The fear that comes with touching this large sum of money gets easier to swallow
And the weight of knowing that her investments aren’t working toward a bleaker climate future is something that she takes solace in
“It&#x27;s a personal action that you can take in your own life
and it&#x27;s just been incredibly rewarding,” she said
“I think people try to optimize on just one dimension
They&#x27;re trying to optimize for profit
Life is about joy and freedom and awe and nature and safety for you and your loved ones and so much more — and climate change threatens all those things.”
And how I’m thinking about my own investments may differ from someone looking to retire in the next five or 10 years
I’ve still got decades to add to my resume before I retire (if I’m ever able to)
So I haven’t adjusted the investments in my retirement account or wholly divested yet
it seems a little less daunting now that I’ve learned my options
it seems more doable than learning conversational French
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    ChatGPT&apos;s overly effusive style is being toned down as OpenAI rethinks a recent update
ChatGPT really, really likes you a lot. <a href="https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/openai-wants-to-fix-the-annoying-personality-of-chatgpt/" target="_self">And that&apos;s a problem</a>
titled &quot;Sycophancy in GPT-4o: What happened and what we&apos;re doing about it,&quot; says
&quot;the update we removed was overly flattering or agreeable &#x2014; often described as sycophantic.&quot;
Developers <a href="https://community.openai.com/t/frustrations-with-chatgpts-new-tone/1224165" target="_self">noticed a problem earlier this month</a> with ChatGPT&apos;s tone becoming increasingly accommodating and flattering. One user in OpenAI&apos;s developer community forums, Adyan.2024, <a href="https://community.openai.com/t/frustrations-with-chatgpts-new-tone/1224165" target="_self">wrote</a>
I&apos;m not looking for an AI that acts like a friend
and neutral &#x2014; not emotionally expressive or overly friendly.&quot;
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman posted about the update multiple times on social media. On April 27, he <a href="https://x.com/sama/status/1916625892123742290" target="_self">posted on X</a>
&quot;the last couple of GPT-4o updates have made the personality too sycophant-y and annoying (even though there are some very good parts of it)
ChatGPT is estimated to <a href="https://www.demandsage.com/chatgpt-statistics/" target="_self">have about 800 million active weekly users</a>
Preventing ChatGPT from trying to be your best friend ever is about more than creating a good experience for users
Users who are trained to treat the tool like a person may end up costing OpenAI money simply by using &quot;please&quot; and &quot;thank you.&quot;
&quot;Politeness costs OpenAI (and other companies) money, says Jeff Gallino, founder and CEO of the AI communications company&#xA0;<a href="https://callminer.com/" target="_self">CallMiner</a>
based on how they&apos;ve learned to respond
but they&apos;re friendly while moving toward efficiency.&quot;
While the ChatGPT overreach has a lot to do with what OpenAI is doing behind the scenes
it may also come from chatbots&apos; tendency to try to mimic human behavior and to give people what the AI thinks people want
&quot;The tendency for chatbots to be sycophantic goes back to them acting in ways that they have learned humans want
even if it&apos;s not needed,&quot; he said
I&apos;ve taught ChatGPT that I have a border collie
That doesn&apos;t necessarily mean the information it&apos;s giving me isn&apos;t factual
but what else could it include in the response if it wasn&apos;t being sycophantic?&quot;
For users who are seeking facts instead of accommodation or agreement
there are ways for people who use ChatGPT and other AI tools to personalize the experience and set the tone by being specific in their prompts how they want questions answered
Some AI tools are already calibrating and customizing their delivery behind the scenes.&#xA0;
we&apos;re already seeing scenarios where voicebots are being personalized based on what customer is calling in and what human agent might end up taking that call if needed,&quot; Gallino said
who put together an impressive first month of the season to help Chicago get off to a 21-14 record and first place in the National League Central.&#xA0;
as referred to by the organization and his teammates
was going to be a gold glove level defender
and have the potential to steal more than 30 bases
considering how far his bat has come along and the production he&apos;s already had this season
he&apos;s far more valuable as a player than most had originally thought.&#xA0;
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you&apos;re going to get a good deal on him.&quot;
&quot;You gotta do that [extend PCA]&quot; because you can do that for $100 million or less
which is nothing in today&apos;s day and age.&quot;&#xA0;
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The week preceding that Saturday morning in February
Diogenes Archangel-Ortiz's girlfriend – described as his “significant other” – had been admitted to UMPC Memorial's intensive care unit with an undisclosed and eventually terminal malady
Archangel-Ortiz was by her side almost constantly
One told police later that he seemed to be “in disbelief,” and that he was “sad” and “solemn,” and even “polite,” York County District Attorney Tim Barker reported
He thanked the hospital staff for caring for his loved one
Archangel-Ortiz was not at the hospital when his significant other took a turn for the worse and it appeared her death was imminent
an ICU staffer had to inform him that his girlfriend had passed away and her body was now in the morgue
There was nothing to indicate that just a few days later
an encounter that would end with two hospital staffers and three police officers wounded and 30-year-old West York Police Officer Andrew Duarte mortally wounded
the result of what’s colloquially referred to as “friendly fire.”  
neck and torso so riddled with bullets that it was difficult to tell
a 27-year veteran of the district attorney’s office
held a press conference Wednesday to announce the results of the more than two-month-long investigation into the hostage situation and shooting at the West Manchester Township hospital
described in as much detail as he believed he was permitted to do under the law and within the strictures of decorum
the events that led to the death of Duarte and Archangel-Ortiz
Barker made it clear that Archangel-Ortiz was the author of this tragedy
entered UPMC fully prepared to take hostages and kill people,” Barker said
he would have faced charges of first-degree murder and attempted murder – the murder charge related to Duarte’s death
Even though the suspect did not fire the fatal shot
It would have been what Barker described as “a no-motive prosecution” – the law doesn’t require prosecutors to prove motive
sometimes there is no why," Barker said during a press conference Wednesday afternoon
Investigators looked into Archangel-Ortiz's background and found nothing that would indicate he would do something like this
“There were no signs that he would perform this act of mass violence,” Barker said
until he entered UPMC that Saturday morning
Archangel-Ortiz's last day on earth began when he took an Uber to the Walmart Supercenter in West Manchester Township
His Uber driver told investigators that he didn’t notice anything strange about Archangel-Ortiz
The driver also didn’t think there was anything amiss when he dropped his passenger off at UPMC at 10:35 a.m
Surveillance video at the hospital showed he was wearing black pants
Inside the backpack was a 9mm Taurus handgun
The semiautomatic weapon had previously been reported as stolen in Manor Township in Lancaster County in 2017
Archangel-Ortiz was prohibited by law to possess the weapon
his Second Amendment rights rescinded under the law by a robbery conviction in the 1990s
He went to the hospital’s ICU on the second floor and used the phone at the entrance to call the desk to ask to enter
The supervising doctor met him at the door and escorted him to a room to talk to him
As they talked about his girlfriend’s passing
Archangel-Ortiz complained of nausea and bolted from the room
the suspect was brandishing his silver handgun
“This is what we’re going to talk about.” 
Archangel-Ortiz fired two shots at the doctor
One round pierced the doctor’s jacket and didn’t strike him
Archangel-Ortiz then grabbed a staffer who was hiding underneath a desk and gave her a bag of zip ties
instructing her to zip-tie the other staffers
The first call to 911 was placed at 10:43 a.m
tried to the enter the ward and Archangel-Ortiz took a shot at him
“I’m going to go room to room and start shooting people.” 
UPMC security officers then entered the ICU
Archangel-Ortiz fired at them and told them that if anyone entered the room
The UPMC officers retreated and waited for police to arrive
Archangel-Ortiz shot one of his zip-tied hostages in the leg as she lie on the floor
Duarte and another officer arrived at the hospital
Duarte was on duty in neighboring West York borough and responded to the call to assist West Manchester Township Police for what was dispatched as “an active shooter.” 
Police from departments all over York County – including members of the Quick Response Team
a SWAT team composed of officers from different departments – gathered
Officers from all over the county responded
The response included state police troopers and wardens from the state Game Commission
As police gathered outside the ICU – other officers fanned out and secured the hospital and established a perimeter – Archangel-Ortiz told a hospital staffer
Tell them they have until 11:25 or there are going to be bodies.” 
Archangel-Ortiz called his brother and told him to clean out his apartment in West York and take his jewelry
The hospital staffer who had been shot in the leg saw an opportunity to get away and made her way to a bathroom in a patient’s room
decided to open the doors to assess the situation
The first officer to enter would have a ballistic shield to provide cover for the others
He held a hostage as a human shield and threatened to “blow her head off,” Barker said
An officer tried to talk to Archangel-Ortiz
Having no clear line of sight to shoot Archangel-Ortiz
posting on either side of the door while discussing what to do next
And those with medical training were assigned to stand by should that become necessary
one of the hostages was able to snap the zip ties binding her hands
Archangel-Ortiz pointed his gun at her and pulled the trigger three times
Hospital staffers later told investigators that Archangel-Ortiz banged the gun against his hand
Police officers lining the hallway on both sides of the door backed up
looking for “a clear and present opportunity to strike the actor and not strike the hostage,” Barker said
The bulk of the blast struck Archangel-Ortiz on his right shoulder and back
A stray pellet struck an officer holding a ballistic shield on the other side of the door
who was standing diagonally behind the officer holding the shield
hitting Archangel-Ortiz between 15 and 20 times in his head
“It was hard to be precise due to the nature of the injuries,” Barker said
Police later recovered 22 spent cartridges from the hallway
“The hostage was not struck once,” Barker said
“would not have discharged their firearms if they thought they would strike the hostage
Another officer was wounded in the leg by pellets from the shotgun
officers told the hostage to run and when she did
causing what Barker described as a “serious injury” to her head
Duarte retreated around a corner and told other officers that he had been hit
He then returned to the ICU entrance and bent over to hold the hand of the officer who had been wounded
An officer with advanced emergency medical training tended to him
Other officers with medical training tended to the other wounded officers
applying tourniquets to stanch the flow of blood
Duarte was declared dead at WellSpan’s York Hospital
Barker declined to identify the officer who fired the shot that killed Duarte
He also declined to describe the cause of his death as “friendly fire,” a term of art that he said carries no legal weight
When a police officer picked up Archangel-Ortiz's gun
he cleared to it to make sure it was safe to handle
something officers had no way of knowing when he appeared outside the ICU door
Barker choked up when he spoke about police
“showed what it means to lay down your life with sacrificial love for all of those you serve
They were willing to lay down their lives for every single person in that hospital.” 
these things don’t happen too frequently.” 
If we cannot at least give our love or support for one another
We are all better off to have had him for 30 years
she expressed her admiration for her son’s brothers and sisters in law enforcement and her gratitude that the investigation into his death has concluded
Barker and investigators met with her and told her their findings
“It’s hard to hear because it’s your child,” she said
She thinks about what her son went through and wonders what it was like for him
to be shot and know that he was facing death
“I wish I could ask him what he felt in that moment,” she said
She has saved one of her son’s shirts from his dresser
it becomes much more real that Andrew is no longer on this earth
I prayed to the Lord that I wouldn’t have to walk this walk
(WHP) — County officials have confirmed that West York officer Andrew Duarte was killed in the line of duty by officer fire intended for the UPMC Memorial Hospital shooter
District Attorney Tim Barker and Pennsylvania State Police gave the update about the investigation during a Wednesday press conference. You can stream that live on CBS 21’s <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@CBS21News" target="_blank" title="https://www.youtube.com/@CBS21News" class="themeColorForLinks">YouTube</a> and <a href="https://www.facebook.com/cbs21news" target="_blank" title="https://www.facebook.com/cbs21news" class="themeColorForLinks">Facebook </a>pages or in the video below:
On the day of the shooting, <a href="https://local21news.com/news/local/photo-mugshot-upmc-mass-shooter-diogenes-archangel-ortiz-officer-andrew-duarte-killed-west-york-borough-police-icu-hospital-staff-hostage-county-pennsylvania" target="_blank" title="https://local21news.com/news/local/photo-mugshot-upmc-mass-shooter-diogenes-archangel-ortiz-officer-andrew-duarte-killed-west-york-borough-police-icu-hospital-staff-hostage-county-pennsylvania" class="themeColorForLinks">the gunman</a>
22 and forced a health care worker to zip-tie several staff members and held nurses hostage
York County District Attorney Tim Barker said during a previous press conference
READ MORE | <a href="https://local21news.com/news/local/nurses-son-shares-harrowing-details-of-upmc-hospital-hostage-ordeal-" target="_blank" title="https://local21news.com/news/local/nurses-son-shares-harrowing-details-of-upmc-hospital-hostage-ordeal-" class="themeColorForLinks">Nurse&#x27;s son shares harrowing details of UPMC hospital hostage ordeal</a>
provided more of the motive behind Archangel-Ortiz&#x27; actions — stating that his significant other had passed away the day before the shooting
After a thorough investigation was conducted by law enforcement regarding Archangel-Ortiz&#x27; mental health
it was determined that there was no evidence that would suggest Archangel-Ortiz was planning to commit the tragic shooting
Barker emphasized that all shots fired from Archangel-Ortiz happened prior to law enforcement arriving to the ICU
officers arrived at multiple entry points around 10:51 a.m
— treating the situation at this point as a hostage scenario
healthcare workers in the room with Archangel-Ortiz saw him shoot multiple staffers before attempting to shoot a worker in the head
that&#x27;s when Barker said the gun clicked three times and was out of ammunition — a detail unknown to officers who
were lined up in teams outside the ICU doors
When opening the doors to attempt de-escalation
Archangel-Ortiz told authorities to &quot;back the f*** up&quot; and to &quot;close the f****** door
The two teams on the left and right sides of the ICU doors then closed them
Barker also reported that Archangel-Ortiz called his brother
&quot;this is how I&#x27;m going out.&quot;
Archangel-Ortiz then took a healthcare worker as a human shield and &quot;burst&quot; through the ICU doors
created what he called a &quot;reactionary gap&quot; and backed up from Archangel-Ortiz and the staff member
After seeing the best line of sight to open fire without harming the hostage
an officer on the left side of the doors reportedly shot first using a shotgun —hitting Archangel-Ortiz from behind
A ricocheted pellet from the shotgun hit an officer with a protective shield in the hand
Among those teams at the door stood West York Borough officer
who Barker stated was unintentionally shot by law enforcement twice — one round hitting him in the left arm and across his chest while the other round went into the left side of his chest where his tactical vest would not have covered him
Barker confirmed Archangel-Ortiz was shot 15-20 times
Barker relayed that Duarte attempted to move one of the two officers hit by gunfire
before eventually passing away from his injuries
The hostage that Archangel-Ortiz used as a human shield was not hurt in the gunfire
Archangel-Ortiz&#x27; firearm was later found after the incident and was discovered to have no ammunition in it
Barker emphasized that there were multiple variables that officers could not have known and that there are some variables out of law enforcement&#x27;s control
he spent his final moments helping a downed colleague
sat down with CBS 21’s Candace Scalese after her son’s death
The police department is now taking steps to integrate items from that memorial into a <a href="https://local21news.com/news/local/west-york-police-in-process-of-building-living-wall-in-honor-of-fallen-officer" target="_blank" title="https://local21news.com/news/local/west-york-police-in-process-of-building-living-wall-in-honor-of-fallen-officer" class="themeColorForLinks">permanent display</a>
The shooting prompted questions and concerns from many in the community about hospital security
called for metal detectors to be installed at all entrances of UPMC hospitals
As for the names of the injured officers and the names of the individuals whose shots hit Duarte
Barker said he would not be releasing that
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My purses are not out of the way on this belt hanger
and the hanger head means it doesn't need drilling into any doors or walls
The belt hanger trick might not be suitable for all entryways
I used to keep my purses on the stairs in my entryway
which was convenient but caused a tripping hazard
This was a pain until I started using a renter-friendly belt hanger
which makes it easy to find the style I want before I leave the house
Pro organizers agree that this is a clever solution and have shared the pros and cons of using this method
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I am one of those people who likes to leave the house with everything but the kitchen sink. This means I like having all my purses in my <a data-analytics-id="inline-link" href="https://www.homesandgardens.com/ideas/entryway-ideas" data-before-rewrite-localise="https://www.homesandgardens.com/ideas/entryway-ideas">entryway</a>
as this makes it easy to swap my sunglasses
keeping these on my stairs caused me to trip a few times
I was scoping out <a data-analytics-id="inline-link" href="https://www.homesandgardens.com/ideas/entryway-storage-ideas" data-before-rewrite-localise="https://www.homesandgardens.com/ideas/entryway-storage-ideas">entryway storage </a>ideas that were renter-friendly to try and solve this
and I found this clever umbrella-shaped hanger
which looked just the right shape for hanging on purses
I&rsquo;ve been using it for over a month now
The sleek design adds a contemporary touch to my entryway and the accessible hooks make it a breeze to grab whichever purse I want
This means I have more room for my coats and jackets that I keep hanging up in the same space
which is more than enough for all my purses
so it can handle plenty of weight without straining
I&rsquo;m just using one for purses in my entryway, but you can also use the hooks for scarves, jewelry, and <a data-analytics-id="inline-link" href="https://www.homesandgardens.com/solved/drying-clothes-indoors" data-before-rewrite-localise="https://www.homesandgardens.com/solved/drying-clothes-indoors">drying clothing indoors</a>
I&rsquo;m going to try using one for the latter
as I think it would hook onto an airer perfectly
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Even though I love this idea and it's worked brilliantly in my rented home
there are a few reasons why it might not be suitable for everyone:
I recommend adjusting the straps of your bags if you have ones that are a similar size
This will make sure that the bags don&rsquo;t squash each other
so they don&rsquo;t get misshapen or damaged
&lsquo;Do this every so often so they don&rsquo;t sit in the same position for too long!&rsquo; I change my bags depending on my outfit so this isn&rsquo;t much of an issue
but if you know your bags are going to be out of use for weeks at a time
I think that these boxes would be perfect for storing smaller wallets in the entryway
You could even use them for storing hats and gloves in colder months
you have smaller items you always take out of the house
this trinket tray is a chic way to keep everything in one place
You can also choose any initial you'd like on it
Looking for bigger entryway storage solutions
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(FRENCHTOWN, NJ) -- <a href="http://artyard.org/events/hatch-festival-2025/">The Hatch</a>
a free family-friendly festival featuring colorful costumes
returns to Frenchtown for the sixth time on Saturday
“The Hatch is a moment to come together with friends
“All are invited to participate by dressing up as a bird
and imagining the change you wish to hatch into the world.”
The Hatch is a biennial festival established in 2016 celebrating the founding of ArtYard
an arts center dedicated to incubating new work
as well as a nod to the location’s 20th-century history as an egg hatchery
This year’s festival is inspired by Emily Dickinson’s poem
The festival starts at 2:00pm with the “cracking” of a towering 14-foot steel-welded egg perched on the edge of ArtYard’s riverside courtyard at 13 Front Street
Colorful flocks of human birds and giant bird puppets will emerge
and 25-person Brazilian drum corps will lead the procession to Sunbeam Lenape Park and through the borough’s idyllic downtown
ending in a lively dance party back at ArtYard
Viewers will not want to miss this fast-moving performance so arriving with plenty of time to park and arrive at 13 Front Street is recommended
The festival features performances by Day Day Juicy Couture, featured on HBO Max’s reality voguing series Legendary; Orquesta La Sagrada Concepcion, a New Brunswick brass band; <a href="https://artyard.org/artists/mariachi-grandeza-mexicana/">Mariachi Nuevo Amanecer</a>, of Queens, NY; <a href="https://artyard.org/artists/batala-philly/">Batala Philly</a>
an all-percussion community band; and crooner Eric Mingus
son of legendary jazz musician Charles Mingus
Partnering organizations include Frenchtown’s Studio Route 29, Frenchtown Elementary School, the Lambertville Library, and coLAB Arts. A group of local seniors will perform a dance choreographed by <a href="https://artyard.org/artists/michael-vitaly-sazonov/">Michael Sazonov</a>
a dancer and teaching artist who leads ArtYard’s Creative Movement series
Anyone planning to attend the festival in costume that wishes to hatch out of the egg may arrive for the parade lineup promptly at 1:00pm
when Sazonov will lead a bird walking lesson
Costume workshops in ArtYard’s <a href="https://artyard.org/exhibitions/the-hatch-workshop/">Hatch Workshop</a> are ongoing through Sunday
Visitors may also purchase a colorful bird suit at ArtYard’s Contrary Art Shop to embellish
Shoppers and diners can witness the community procession along Bridge Street
Local business owners will join the festival by lining the parade route playing whimsical instruments
FiNNBAR will offer Hatch-themed menu items
Parking for the festival is at Old Frenchtown Field
a short walk along the rail trail adjacent to the Delaware River from ArtYard
Suggested $5 cash donations support the Delaware Valley High School Performing Arts Boosters
Handicapped parking is in ArtYard’s parking lot on Lott Street
The <a href="https://artyard.org/uhlerstown-frenchtown-bridge-project-detour-begins-feb-18-for-nine-months/">Uhlerstown-Frenchtown Bridge</a> is only open to traffic from Pennsylvania to New Jersey as part of an improvement project by the Delaware River Joint Toll Bridge Commission which allows visitors to easily arrive at ArtYard. Drivers heading west to return to Pennsylvania can follow detours north to Milford or they can travel south to cross the river in Stockton.
The Hatch is made possible with funds from the Hunterdon County Cultural & Heritage Commission, a partner of the New Jersey State Council on the Arts.
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it also means fewer crowds at beaches and restaurants
Many of these towns also provide educational opportunities
whether its witnessing turtles laying eggs on the beach or a winding through 17th-century fort
There’s plenty to discover in Florida—read on for seven family-friendly destinations in the Sunshine State
Anna Maria Island has something for families of all ages
from exploring mangroves on the Coquina Baywalk to relaxing on its many beaches
while Salt Bar presents a more artistic spin on coastal fare that still welcomes kids
Don’t miss a morning stop at The Donut Experiment for sweet treats
The Breakers Hotel may be known for its glitz and glam
but the resort offers several family-friendly amenities including a playground and arcade
Ann Norton Sculpture Garden’s lush landscape invites kids to wander
and Hive Bakery &amp; Cafe with scrumptious breakfast and pastries
The Pineapple Grove Arts District in Delray Beach is located off Atlantic Avenue
Delray beach has culinary options to please all family members
including casual waterfront restaurants like Deck 84
Gumbo Limbo Nature Center houses a butterfly garden and animal exhibits
Tallahassee is a college town and state capital with plenty of parks and attractions to keep families happy
The Four Seasons at the Surf Club in Surfside is an ideal stay for families looking to enjoy a quiet
charming beach town just a quick drive from the commotion of Miami
like pastries from Zak the Baker and Cuban-inspired scoops from Azucar Ice Cream in Little Havana
serves seafood dishes with serene estuary views
head to the recently opened Perry Hotel in north Naples by the Cocohatchee River
It has two pools (one just for adults) and a boat shuttle to the beach
the 170-acre Naples Botanical Garden is not to be missed with its tropical plants and a nature preserve to explore
Ponte Vedra is famous for its golf courses
but there's plenty more to do—including historical sites just an hour's drive south
Palm Valley Fish camp serves up southern favorites and seafood dishes in a relaxed atmosphere
Augustine can turn anyone into a history buff with places like Castillo de San Marcos
you may as well stop at the Hyppo for a bougie popsicle
consider stopping at Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve for a stroll on the boardwalk for a glimpse of a Florida swamp
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The Hash Quiche is one of The Friendly Toast signature brunch dishes
The Friendly Toast officially opens at 36 LaSalle Road in West Hartford Center on Monday
Any restaurant where the door handle is a smiling piece of toast has got to be friendly
The Friendly Toast already is renowned throughout New England for its all-day brunch menu and innovative brunchy bar offerings
and everything about the West Hartford location is as cheerful and welcoming as that door handle – decór featuring bright colors and vintage signage on the walls
The official grand opening of The Friendly Toast’s 14th location – and first in Connecticut – will be celebrated on Monday
with the traditional opening “egg smash” at 10 a.m
Since that day happens to be Cinco de Mayo
The Friendly Toast’s welcoming offer to the first 55 parties to visit that day is a complementary order of Breakfast Street Tacos (French-toasted corn tortillas with scrambled eggs
They’re also offering Market Square Mimosas for $5 through May 9
Endless Summer Mimosa flight includes (from left) Tropic Likes It Hot
“We’re so excited,” said CEO Staci Pinard, who will preside over the egg smash on Monday morning and was also at the invitation-only soft opening over the weekend. “We’ve wanted to be in Connecticut for a long time,” she said, and already feels welcomed by the community, where excitement about the The Friendly Toast opening has been brewing since they <a href="https://we-ha.com/west-hartford-business-buzz-april-29-2024/">announced their plans a year ago</a>
What makes The Friendly Toast unique is the scratch kitchen
and we get even more ‘scratch’ as we grow,” she said
not cutting any corners even as they expand the number of locations
with the focus on breakfast and brunch classics – and plenty of twists on those – as well as “lots of cool new lunch items.”
To ease into The Friendly Toast dining experience
“Some Like It Tot” (golden fried jumbo cheddar tater tots with house cheese sauce
you can opt for a breakfast classic of eggs
and toast – also available as a sandwich or as a “monster” with the addition of pancakes or French toast
Pinard recommended that newbies choose from the signature items – which include the Hash Quiche (see feature photo) which includes two crispy fried hash brown bowls with scrambled eggs
She also suggested the Breakfast Street Tacos (French-toasted corn tortillas with scrambled eggs
Sally’s Avocado Toast was another recommendation (7-grain toast with smashed avocado
as was the Cinna-Swirl French Toast (cinnamon swirl French toast with cheesecake buttercream
The “Friends With Benedicts” section of the menu is another enticement
with offerings like the Chicken Cordon Bleu Benny (described as “By Chef Chip Miller
English muffin with local NH North Country smoked ham
Rice Krispies-breaded fried chicken breast
Lunch features include burgers and sandwiches
and include the Gochujang Fried Chicken sandwich (Rice Krispies-breaded fried chicken breast
and everything bagel aioli on a sesame brioche roll)
The bar program is unique for a brunch-focused restaurant
with Mimosa flights – available currently in “Classic” or “Endless Summer” assortments – among the most popular choices
along with four varieties of “Friendly wake-ups,” aka spiked espresso drinks
For those who prefer Bloodies with their brunch
including one that includes Grillo’s pickle juice
The beverage menu also includes many non-alcoholic offerings like straight coffee and espresso drinks and mocktails such as the rainbow sherbet (orange juice
The interior is “all authentically-curated decor,” Pinard said
unique and chosen specifically for the West Hartford by a husband and wife team that has designed all of their locations
The 3,000-square-foot space is completely transformed from its former occupancy as Division West
with the exception of a vintage mural of West Hartford that remains on one of the walls
The Friendly Toast has indoor seating for 160
with bar seats as well as tables and booths that can accommodate relatively large parties
but Pinard said due to the construction on LaSalle Road this summer as part of the West Hartford Center Infrastructure Master Plan implementation
they are going to hold off until next year
opening a new location in Connecticut was an obvious next step for us,” Eric Goodwin
“We are excited to be a part of the lively West Hartford community
and know we are in great company with the beloved local food scene
From our Hash Quiche Cups to the Cookie Monster Pancakes
there is something on our menu for everyone
and it’s a pleasure to finally bring our creative scratch kitchen and bar to Connecticut.”
“We are so excited to join the ranks of the West Hartford culinary community and provide a fun new offering to the town,” added Co-owner Scott Pulver
Tad Dziemian is a business associate of Goodwin
drove down Saturday morning from their home in northern New Hampshire to check out the newest location of The Friendly Toast
noting that his favorite menu item is the “Sklarmageddon Omelet” (pork sausage
topped with chipotle aioli and spiced pepitas)
Monte Madame (Monte Cristo meets Croque Madame
A French-toasted croissant stuffed with diced ham &amp; gruyere gouda blend
The menu has many gluten-friendly selections
The servers are well-versed in asking about allergies
and even include a marker when serving tables where there’s a stated food allergy
The Friendly Toast has a commitment to giving back to the community
and while free meals were offered during the soft opening
all beverage sales were to benefit local nonprofit Ball 4 a Cure
“a local organization that supports pediatric cancer patients and their families
founded in 2015 by seven childhood friends from West Hartford
started as a 3v3 basketball tournament on blacktop courts and evolved into a multi-faceted nonprofit organization hosting several annual events across many different communities
the Ball 4 a Cure Family Support Fund at Connecticut Children’s Hospital assures families in financial need receive resources so each child in treatment has a safe
warm and secure home to return to when they leave the Center for Cancer &amp; Blood Disorders.”
“West Hartford Wendy” will change her clothing with the season
The Friendly Toast is open daily, 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Saturday, and 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday. The complete menu can be <a href="https://www.thefriendlytoast.com/files/final-spring25menu-noprices-pdf.pdf">viewed online</a>
and there are links on the website for reservations and to be added to the waitlist
The Friendly Toast also has a <a href="http://www.thefriendlytoast.com/the-brunch-club">Brunch Club loyalty program</a> where you can earn one point for every $1 spent in-restaurant and unlock a $10 off offer for every 100 points earned
with double points available for weekday dining
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2025  Deribit eyes US expansion under crypto-friendly Trump admin: FT  As crypto regulation softens under Trump
Deribit and other global firms are reassessing opportunities in the US market
 News COINTELEGRAPH IN YOUR SOCIAL FEEDDeribit
the world’s largest crypto options exchange
encouraged by what it sees as a friendlier regulatory climate under President Donald Trump’s administration
according to a recent Financial Times report
He cited the “recent shift toward a more favorable regulatory stance on crypto in the US” as a key motivator behind the decision
Deribit’s potential plan to expand into the US comes amid reports that Coinbase is in advanced negotiations to acquire the platform
In a March 21 report, Bloomberg said both companies have <a data-ct-non-breakable="null" href="https://cointelegraph.com/news/coinbase-talks-to-buy-derivatives-exchange-deribit-report" rel="null" target="null" text="null" title="null">notified regulators in Dubai</a>
the license would need to be transferred to Coinbase
The move comes as competitors like Kraken also pursue growth in the derivatives space, with its <a data-ct-non-breakable="null" href="https://cointelegraph.com/news/kraken-reportedly-nears-billion-dollar-deal-allowing-futures-trading-us-report" rel="" target="_self" text="null" title="https://cointelegraph.com/news/kraken-reportedly-nears-billion-dollar-deal-allowing-futures-trading-us-report">recent $1.5 billion acquisition</a> of NinjaTrader
Report: <a data-ct-non-breakable="null" href="https://cointelegraph.com/news/deribit-exchange-evaluate-buyout-offers" rel="null" target="null" text="null" title="null">Deribit options exchange is evaluating buyout offers: Report</a>
Deribit joins a growing list of European and Asian crypto firms exploring US expansion
The shift comes after a period of regulatory hostility during the Biden administration, following the <a data-ct-non-breakable="null" href="https://cointelegraph.com/news/ftx-bankruptcy-crypto-exchange-anniversary" rel="" target="_self" text="null" title="https://cointelegraph.com/news/ftx-bankruptcy-crypto-exchange-anniversary">collapse of FTX in late 2022</a>
That era saw an aggressive crackdown from the SEC and DOJ, prompting many firms to withdraw from US operations. However, the narrative appears to be shifting under Trump, who has <a data-ct-non-breakable="null" href="https://cointelegraph.com/news/donald-trump-davos-world-capital-ai-crypto" rel="null" target="null" text="null" title="null">pledged to “make the US the crypto capital</a> of the world.”
the SEC has dropped or paused over a dozen enforcement cases against crypto companies
Additionally, the Department of Justice recently announced the <a data-ct-non-breakable="null" href="https://cointelegraph.com/news/trump-administration-shutters-doj-crypto-enforcement-team" rel="" target="_self" text="null" title="https://cointelegraph.com/news/trump-administration-shutters-doj-crypto-enforcement-team">dissolution of its cryptocurrency enforcement unit</a>
Related: <a data-ct-non-breakable="null" href="https://cointelegraph.com/news/tether-ceo-cautious-us-expansion-eyes-larger-profits" rel="null" target="null" text="null" title="null">Tether CEO to take ‘cautious’ approach to US expansion, eyes larger profits</a>
This hands-on approach appears to be boosting industry confidence
OKX, for example, has <a data-ct-non-breakable="null" href="https://cointelegraph.com/news/okx-enters-the-united-states-market-following-505-m-settlement" rel="null" target="null" text="null" title="null">announced plans to establish</a> a US headquarters in San Jose
just months after settling a $504 million case with US authorities
Switzerland’s Wintermute and Dubai’s DWF Labs are among other major crypto players that have shown interest in exploring US expansion
Magazine: <a data-ct-non-breakable="null" href="https://cointelegraph.com/magazine/bitcoinos-starknet-adding-smart-contracts-bitcoin-zk-proofs/" rel="null" target="null" text="null" title="null">ZK-proofs are bringing smart contracts to Bitcoin — BitcoinOS and Starknet</a>
As any true oceanophile will tell you, that day (or two…or three…) at the beach is exactly what the doctor ordered — for both you and your dog. HomeToGo dug into their database to find the 10 best dog friendly beaches, where humans and pups alike can leave refreshed. Below are some of the best spots for you and your pup to catch some sunshine this summer.
HomeToGo ranked waterfront locations with at least one dog-friendly beach on three criteria: hidden gem score (locations with lowest search volumes during popular summer vacation times), visitor satisfaction score, and accommodation affordability. In other words, none of these beaches will be overly crowded or break the bank — and they’re all loved by visiting pets and humans alike. 
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This quiet, sandy beach on southern Whidbey Island has views of the snow-topped Olympic mountains and plenty of space for pups to roam. Dogs can run off-leash for miles on this beach — and as a bonus to their paws, the sand is softer than most beaches in the area. It has a hidden gem score of 9.49, but on windy days, you might see a kite surfer or two.
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In case you haven’t noticed a pattern, the Pacific Northwest is a vacationing doggie’s heaven. At Pacific City Beach, there’s a variety of terrain for on-leash dogs to explore, from sandy shorelines to sand dunes to rock formations. As a bonus for humans, the neighboring town offers a variety of dog-friendly breweries and wineries. Pacific City Beach is another winner of the four-way tie, with a satisfaction score of 9.62 — and it won’t break the bank, with an affordability score of 9.19.
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Traveling back down south, a stay at this Jackson County, Mississippi beach is a steal, with an affordability rating of 9.62 and an average nightly stay of $78.46 during the summer season. Leashed dogs are allowed on the beach. Its shallow waters and soft, white sand make it a great place for a stroll with a pup.
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Aaand...back to the good ol’ PNW. Along with Brandon and Pacific City, Rialto Beach in Olympic National Park has a high visitor satisfaction score at 9.62. Dogs are allowed in certain areas as long as they’re leashed, and only during daylight hours — sorry, no camping here. This beach isn’t one to miss; it’s famous for its driftwood piles, gorgeous rock columns, and variety of marine wildlife.
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Down in Melbourne, Florida, Canova Dog Beach welcomes on-leash dogs. Showers, waste bags, benches, and drinking fountains make this a puppy heaven — and barbecue grills, warm ocean water, and lots of surfing make it a blast for humans, too. This beach has the highest hidden gem score, with a rating of 9.63.
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Kāhala Beach on Oahu is one of the least busy beaches in the area with a hidden gem score of 9.62 — it’s located in front of a row of gorgeous mansions and usually frequented by residents. The water’s calm in all seasons, perfect for a pup who wants to splash around but isn’t quite the athletic swimmer. Dogs are welcome as long as they are kept on a leash. 
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This beach has the highest affordability score on the list at 9.72, with an average nightly cost of $75.90. It’s also the final in the four-point tie for highest visitor satisfaction, with a score of 9.62. Point Isabel offers gorgeous views of San Francisco&#x27;s Golden Gate Bridge, and the sprawling park offers opportunities for hiking, kayaking, windsurfing, and picnicking. More active dogs will love this spot — plus, they’re allowed to run around off-leash. 
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please...coming in first on the list is Agate Beach in Northern California
If you and your pup are looking for some real alone time
this is the place for you — Agate Beach has a hidden gem score of 10
with an accommodation affordability score of 9.42
Leashed dogs are welcome to join you on this beautiful shoreline famous for its beach combing opportunities; the terrain is covered in beautiful shells
Your pup might not appreciate the pretty stones you stack in your pockets
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the Trump administration has moved to roll back food safety measures
by  <a href="/authors/kenny-torrella">Kenny Torrella</a>
LinkDonald Trump visits the Iowa Pork Producers tent during the Iowa State Fair in Des Moines, Iowa, in August 2023. Stefani Reynolds/AFP via Getty Images<a class="_1j8rw6n6" href="/authors/kenny-torrella">Kenny Torrella</a> is a senior reporter for Vox’s Future Perfect section
with a focus on animal welfare and the future of meat.President Donald Trump’s first 100 days in office have been a gift to a sector of the economy that gets little attention but has enormous social and economic consequences: the US meat industry
While Congress and both Republican and Democratic administrations tend to do what meat companies want — in part because those companies tend to <a href="/future-perfect/405341/mountaire-farms-poultry-investigation-trump">give a lot of money to politicians</a> and <a href="/future-perfect/22379909/big-meat-companies-spend-millions-lobbying-climate">intensively lobby them</a> — Trump has been even friendlier than most
the Trump administration has behaved like traditional anti-regulation conservatives
It’s quickly taken a number of actions that directly benefit the meat industry
Pig slaughter lines are already allowed to process as many as 1,106 hogs per hour, or roughly one pig every 3.2 seconds, while poultry operations are allowed to slaughter up to 140 birds per minute. Yet in March, the US Department of Agriculture <a href="/future-perfect/405972/trump-slaughter-line-speed-poultry-pork">announced</a> that it was drafting a rule to allow pig and poultry slaughterhouses to operate even faster
Labor advocates say the new regulations will further endanger slaughterhouse workers, who already work one of the most dangerous jobs in the country, suffering <a href="/future-perfect/405972/trump-slaughter-line-speed-poultry-pork">high rates of injury</a> from the repetitive cuts they must make to animal carcasses for hours on end
“Increased line speeds will hurt workers — it’s not a maybe, it’s a definite,” the president of the Retail, Wholesale, and Department Store Union, which represents over 15,000 poultry workers, said in a <a href="https://www.rwdsu.org/news/statement-usda-line-speed-waivers">press release</a>
Animal advocates also worry about how this will impact the billions of animals that move through US slaughterhouses every year
“With fewer protections and higher pressure
animals will endure even more suffering on the already cruel live-shackle slaughter line,” Michael Windsor of the animal protection group the Humane League told me in an email
The USDA didn’t respond to an interview request for this story
The Biden administration aimed to prevent more than 10 percent of the 1.35 million salmonella infections Americans suffer from each year. But that won’t be happening. The National Chicken Council, the industry’s leading trade group, <a href="https://www.nationalchickencouncil.org/ncc-says-proposed-salmonella-framework-is-the-wrong-approach-will-raise-costs-and-increase-food-waste/">opposed the rule</a> when it was proposed; in April
In February, the USDA shrunk a farm animal welfare research team from five scientists to just one, Sentient’s Grey Moran <a href="https://sentientmedia.org/usda-farm-animal-welfare-research-lab-dismantled/">reported</a>
The unit’s research aimed to better understand “the gruesome mutilations and injuries routinely suffered by farm animals
including the pain experienced by livestock during and after castration (the removal of the testicles to prevent further breeding); the far-ranging psychological and physiological impacts of heat stress on farm animals and methods to increase cooling
and ways that farm animal stress is passed down to their offspring,” according to Moran
The USDA unit also worked with livestock producers to improve animal welfare and had conducted research on pain endured by <a href="/future-perfect/353393/farm-bill-republicans-prop-12-gestation-crates-pork">female breeding pigs kept in tiny cages</a>, a common practice in the pork industry. That work informed <a href="/future-perfect/23745935/proposition-12-pigs-pork-california-eggs-veal-hens">California’s farm animal welfare law</a> prohibiting extreme confinement of pigs
JBS has also long been <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2025/apr/17/revealed-worlds-largest-meat-company-jbs-may-break-amazon-deforestation-pledges-again">implicated in deforestation</a>, and last year, New York state’s attorney general took the company to court for its <a href="/future-perfect/2024/3/8/24093774/big-meat-jbs-lawsuit-greenwashing-climate-new-york">“net zero” climate claims</a>
More than half of the <a href="https://apnews.com/article/usda-firings-doge-bird-flu-trump-fdd6495cbe44c96d471ae8c6cf4dd0a8?utm_source=chatgpt.com">nearly $2 billion</a> the US has spent on this outbreak has gone to cover poultry companies’ losses. According to a <a href="https://www.farmforward.com/publications/are-we-subsidizing-the-next-pandemic/">recent report</a> by advocacy group Farm Forward
around one-third of payments to poultry companies — some $365 million — have gone to 67 “repeat offender” operations with two or more outbreaks
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the government has made clear it will generously cover poultry producers’ losses
Although many consumers <a href="/future-perfect/23778399/media-ignores-climate-change-beef-meat-dairy">don’t know it</a>, and politicians do little to address it, agriculture is a massive polluter — it’s the <a href="https://web.archive.org/web/20230401080627/https://www.cdc.gov/nceh/ehs/Docs/Understanding_CAFOs_NALBOH.pdf">largest source</a> of US water pollution
most of it from meat and livestock feed production — and accounts for at least 11 percent of the nation’s greenhouse gas emissions
In early April, a leaked USDA memo revealed that the Agricultural Research Service, the USDA’s in-house scientific research department, could no longer use <a href="https://barnraisingmedia.com/usda-leaked-memo/">110 words and phrases</a>
That’ll only make it harder for anyone to understand and ameliorate the meat industry’s social costs
although a separate issue from factory farming
could represent a major reduction in a type of animal suffering that has long been unchallenged by both parties
But when it comes to the industry that’s by far more responsible than any other for hurting and killing animals
the Trump administration has been even more deferential than his recent predecessors
Its positions on meat and the animals who suffer for it could be summed up as simply as “kill
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