The FiOS Suite of Services by Verizon

Verizon FiOS is a new fiber optic network that provides services for cable, internet and home telephone service. Persons can select among the FiOS products, or even package them with each other for savings, and use online codes to bring the price down more. Offers occur seasonally also, and there could be low priced introductory options at a great deal. A favorite FiOS promotion for new consumers can be a money card, which can range between $100 to $150 according to which package customers pick.

Verizon is a major telecommunications provider in the United States, providing residential and business services for millions of customers.

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Verizon was basically a leader in adding a fiber optic network for its residential customers. Actually, the Fios program has been around for just under 10 years. Not every community across the country has access to the fiber optic network, though, sometimes because they don’t currently have service or there are active service agreements with other telecoms. Web sites for example http://spendlessandsavemore.net can help clients view availableness and even pricing within their area. In certain cases, only some of the Verizon FiOS services may be accessible in some regions.

  • FiOS Digital Voice -There are various home phone choices from Verizon, along with a standard home telephone service and voice-over internet. Under existing circumstances, Verizon has reported it’s not positioned to further grow its FiOS service and will alternatively focus on providing high quality service to present FiOS consumers. Much like traditional phone packages, FiOS Voice clients can select between unlimited regional calling and even buying the minutes that they utilize.
  • FiOS TV – With FiOS cable, clients can pick among product tiers such as HD, Prime HD, Extreme HD, Ultimate HD. Service tiers will certainly have an effect on consumer’s pricing. Installation is often free and clients might get over 500 channels.
  • FiOS Internet – When customers are searching for one of the speediest online connections in America, then look no further than FiOS Broadband. Verizon will provide a high speed modem if clients sign up for services. The internet data transfer rates offered are among the speediest readily available, and it’s extremely dependable as well. Verizon makes it easy to select the connection speeds each customer demands.

Verizon is yet another major mobile company. There can be discount coupons on the web or perhaps in stores for such mobile phones as well, or for the price of mobile phone coverage. Verizon also has many tablet pcs accessible. Data plans aren’t supplied on the fiber optic network, yet Verizon does have a 4G network for the mobile and data coverage. Verizon does not have any lack of choices for FiOS and cellular services.

Verizon FiOS should be a top consideration for digital voice, TV and/or internet should it be available in a consumer’s area. Verizon offers various introductory pricing throughout the year for first time consumers.

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About William Shakespeare

William Shakespeare is perhaps the most prolific, well-known poet and playwright in history, the Leonardo DaVinci of the theatrical world. If you have heard, “To be or not to be, that is the question,” “Shall I compare thee to a summer’s day?”, “All the world’s a stage” and “What’s in a name?”, then you have quoted William Shakespeare whether you have read him or not.

His plays are the most famous and most produced throughout the world, including Romeo and Juliet, A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Hamlet and Macbeth. His influence has even reached the world of American musical theatre; West Side Story is based on the story of Romeo and Juliet and set in New York City in the late 1950s.
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Shakespeare was born in Stratford Upon Avon in England in 1564. At the age of 18, he married a woman named Anne Hathaway and had three children. He burst onto the English theatrical scene in 1592 with Henry VI, Part I not only as a playwright but also as an actor. He also co-owned a theatre called the Lord Chamberlain’s Men which was renamed to the King’s Men. After a successful career in London comprised of 37 plays and 154 sonnets, he retired at the age of 49 and died 3 years later at the age of 52.

Shakespeare wrote comedies, tragedies, and histories. Recently, the bones of Richard III, the hunchback king and a play of the same name about one of history’s most reviled kings, were unearthed beneath a Leicester, England parking lot, showing that Shakespeare continues to remain relevant to our current dialogue and understanding of the past almost 400 years after his death.

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A Review of 5 Popular Holiday Shows

This is the time of year to cozy up on the couch and enjoy one of the many, classic holiday shows.
A Review of 5 Popular Holiday Shows
The Nutcracker is the story of a little girl who falls asleep at a party on Christmas Eve. She dreams of toys becoming life sized, and her nutcracker defends her from the Mouse King.

Frosty the Snowman is the story of a snowman, who with the help of a magical hat, comes alive. The children of the town rejoice and play with Frosty. However, the magician wants his hat back. To help save Frosty, the children send him on a train to the North Pole. The magician follows along and locks poor Frosty in a greenhouse.

A Christmas Carol, the Dicken’s classic, is the tale of an old man whose heart is cold and his mind thinks only of money. That changes one Christmas Eve when he is visited by the ghosts of Christmas Past, Christmas Present, and the most frightening, Christmas Future.

It’s a Wonderful Life is a movie that looks not so wonderful at the beginning. It follows the life of George Bailey, a man who has had many difficult times. An angel shows him what life would be like if he had never been born. You must watch it all the way through to get to the wonderful part.

How the Grinch Stole Christmas is based on the children’s book by Dr. Seuss. There is the animated version and the full length movie version of this show. The story is about a furry, miserable green creature who does not like Christmas. He decided to steal it, but making himself a santa suit and dressing his dog up as a reindeer. He goes to each house in Whoville and steals their food, presents and decorations. However, when the Who’s wake up on Christmas morning, they are still able to find the real joy and meaning of Christmas without all of the stuff. The Grinch has a change of heart, his heart grows and he joins the Who’s in celebration.

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Living with Bipolar Disorder

Most people have days where they feel so low, all they want to do is curl up in a corner and cry until it stops hurting. Most people also have days where they are so excited, they feel like they’re going to explode. Life certainly has its highs and lows for everyone, but for a person with bipolar disorder, the mood changes go a lot deeper than typical ups and downs.

According to the National Center for Mental Health, “People with bipolar disorder experience unusually intense emotional states that occur in distinct periods called ‘mood episodes.’” One minute the person is overly excited, the next they’re extremely sad, explosive or irritable. Living with bipolar isn’t easy, but with the right methods, it’s possible to gain better control over your moods.

Once you have been diagnosed with bipolar disorder, learn as much as you can about it. The more you know about bipolar, the better equipped you are to handle the condition. Stress often triggers episodes, so do everything you can to keep your stress levels in check. Try stress management techniques like yoga, meditation, exercise and listening to soothing music.

Pinpoint your triggers. Is it financial troubles? Stress as work? Fights with loved ones? Keep a mood journal and write down your feelings everyday. This may sound like a hassle, but over time, it will help you identify the triggers that cause episodes.

Share your struggles with others. Having a support system in place can help you maintain stability and improve your quality of life. Your support system can include friends, family and medical professionals.

Take your medications as prescribed. Don’t skip medications or adjust dosages without your doctor’s consent. Not all medicines work for everybody. If you feel the medications you are taking aren’t right, talk to your doctor.

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What Is a National Park?

A national park is an area that has been set aside and declared a national Park by national or state government in order to preserve and protect the natural resources, historical areas, natural beauty and wonders of the land, and wildlife in that area from being developed, over used and over hunted by humans. The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) and the World Commission on Protected Areas work to keep the National Parks unscathed by change and development of humans and to ensure that every piece of land that needs to be protected is protected.

Here are some rules and requirements for national parks today.

  1. The park must consist of at least 1,000 acres.
  2. The park must be protected by law.
  3. Money and people must be available to protect the area.
  4. The land must have ecosystems that are natural and not formed by human hands.
  5. The park has plants, animals, and/or certain parts of the land in the area that are in danger of becoming extinct, or are worthy of scientific study, educational interest, or of recreational interest.
  6. A national park must be governed in such a manner as not to allow the damage or over use of the land or ecosystems.

The IUCN set the standard for what a piece of land has to be like in order to qualify as a National Park. The rules are fairly simple ones, but they work very well. While this may seem like a lot of rules and requirements, they are necessary to ensure that the Nations Parks can be enjoyed for many years to come.

Some Interesting Historical Facts About National Parks

The first area to be deemed a National Park was the very famous Yellowstone National Park in Wyoming, also known as Old Yellowstone by some. During the years of the old west when railroads were being built and people were heading west, Wyoming residents became concerned that the new settlers would move into the beautiful territory and destroy all of the beauty in the area of Yellowstone.

Their concern was brought before the Federal Government of that day, and the first National Park was created in 1872. Thanks to the people of Wyoming and the Federal Government of that time, there are now 394 National Parks in the United States and 1,842 in the entire world for people to visit, enjoy, and become more educated about the wildlife and natural beauty that has been protected and preserved for so long.

In 1932 President Andrew Jackson signed the first legislation to protect four different sections of property in Arkansas from settlements that were growing fast and destroying the natural beauty of the land. At that time those properties were called the Hot Springs Reservation; today they are known as Hot Springs, Arkansas.

National Parks welcome visitors and vacationers alike with campgrounds, visitor centers, guided tours and much more to help educate and allow people to enjoy the natural beauty of the land and the wildlife therein.

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Give the Gift of SummerStage!

Wondering what to get the music lover on your list? Give the gift of SummerStage! A SummerStage membership offers no waiting on line and reserved seats to the best in music, dance, literature and theater. Join now and you’ll get presale codes for benefit concerts and sneak peeks into the season, as well as discounts and offers for events during the winter and spring.

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2011 Catalyst Grant Opportunity for Soundview Park

RECLAIMING OUR WATERFRONT PARKS

Catalyst supports local community involvement to revitalize three waterfront park sites: East River Park (Manhattan), Soundview Park (Bronx), and Calvert Vaux and Kaiser Parks (Brooklyn). Catalyst is a project of Partnerships for Parks, a joint program of City Parks Foundation and the New York City Department of Parks and Recreation.

Grant description:

The Catalyst grant is intended to help you reclaim your park by supporting programming, recreation, education, and waterfront activities in one of the above referenced parks. Potential projects include, but are not limited to, health and well-being projects involving biking, walking, yoga, tai chi, meditation, dance, etc.; waterfront-specific activities such as water ecology workshops; community visioning activities such as neighborhood tours, mapping, and story-telling projects that connect residents to local history and to the park; art programs and performances; and volunteer projects like gardening, tree care, and field maintenance. Projects with the potential to be replicated or to become regular park programs will receive preference. Between five and ten grants per Catalyst site will be awarded, ranging from $500 to $1,000.

Who May Apply?

Any group is welcome to apply. Preference will be given to local groups with yearly budgets under $100,000 and to groups that partner with other local groups.

Requirements:

All applicants are required to attend a Grant Orientation Meeting: Wednesday, January 19th 5pm at Soundview Branch Library, 660 Soundview Avenue, Bronx NY 10473. We will not accept applications from groups that do not participate in the Grant Orientation Meeting.
Provide proof of your 501(c)(3) status or a letter and proof of 501(c)(3)status from your fiscal sponsor. If you do not have either form of documentation and are interested in this grant program, please contact us.
Projects must promote programming, recreation, education, and waterfront activities.
All activities must be free and open to the public.
Projects must be completed by February 15, 2012
Grant recipients must meet with their Catalyst Coordinator twice during the grant term; once for a project planning consultation and once for a project reporting consultation.
Grantees must document their project with photos, video, and/or written accounts. By March 15, 2012, grantees must submit a final report, including a one-page narrative and a fiscal accounting, including receipts and/or invoices for costs incurred.
Grantees must credit the Catalyst Project, Partnerships for Parks, and the current list of funders (which we will supply) on all promotional materials.
How to Apply:

Fill out the application and include proof of 501(c)(3) status or fiscal sponsorship. Applications should be mailed to:

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BMI Foundation Announces Opening of Peermusic Latin Scholarship

The BMI Foundation, Inc. has announced the opening of the 8th Annual peermusic Latin Scholarship, a competition for young songwriters and composers. Established by music publisher Ralph Peer II and funded by peermusic, a $5,000 scholarship will be awarded for the best song or instrumental composition in a Latin genre.

According to Porfirio Piña, Director of the competition, the program is open to students between the ages of 16 and 24 who are enrolled in any college or university located in the United States and Puerto Rico. All words and music must be original. The postmark deadline for entries is February 11, 2011. Competition rules and applications are available online at www.bmifoundation.org.

Founded by Ralph Peer in 1928, peermusic is a global network of music publishing companies operating from 33 offices in 27 countries, with well over a quarter of a million titles in the company’s catalog, and songs that vary from country, blues, jazz and pop to Latin, concert and rock & roll.

The BMI Foundation, Inc. is a not-for-profit corporation founded in 1985 to support the creation, performance, and study of music through awards, scholarships, commissions and grants. Tax-deductible donations to the Foundation come primarily from songwriters, composers and publishers, BMI employees and members of the public with a special interest in music. Because both the Foundation staff and the distinguished members of the Advisory Panel serve without compensation, over 97% of all donations and income are used for charitable grants.

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