Friday, August 3rd-Thursday, August 9th, 7:30pm
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Keeling's Caribbean Showcase and Doc Watchers Present: Marley
In Honor of the 50th Anniversary of Jamaican Independence
(Please Note On Monday, August 6th Doc Watchers Will Screen Marley At 7:00pm As Usual)
Marley
Dir. Kevin Macdonald, 2012, 145 min.
It appear to be another mission impossible for the UN and it's emissary Kofi Annan, who decided to throw in the towel on Syria growing civil war. He says he is calling it quits at month’s end admitting a failure of six months of efforts to diplomatically diffuse th violence.
Syrian President Bashar al-Assad does not appear ready to step down and much of the blame lies on the UN Security Council. Back in February, Assad’s heavy-handed rule caused UN and Arab League members to name Annan to ‘Mission Impossible.’
U.N. VOTE ON SYRIAN CLASHES. The Outcome Has No Teeth, Or Enforcement Powers.
United Nations General Assembly members are expected to vote on a resolution telling the Syrian army to stop its attacks, but the pronouncement is not enforceable.
US URGES SOUTH SUDAN AND SUDAN TO RECONCILE. Newest Country Clashes.
In her visit to the world's newest country, the U.S. secretary of state Clinton they need to resolve their differences before they re-ignite a war.
'KISS IN' AT CHICK-FIL-A . New Development In Gay Marriage Debates.
The United Nations chief negotiator Kofi Annan's resignation means the end of any hope of a peaceful way out, meanwhile the peacekeeping chief highlighted the ongoing fighting in the city of Aleppo, noting that UN observers continue to try to carry out their work as the “spiral of violence” throughout Syria increases.
216 BC Hannibal Barca wins his greatest victory over the Romans at Cannae.
47 BC Caesar defeats Pharnaces at Zela in Syria and declares, "veni, vidi, vici,".
1552 The treaty of Passau gives religious freedom to Protestants living in Germany.
1553 An invading French army is destroyed at the Battle of Marciano in Italy.
1589 During France's religious war, a fanatical monk stabs King Henry II to death.
1776 The Continental Congress signs US Declaration of Independence.
1802 Napoleon Bonaparte is proclaimed "Consul for Life" by the French Senate.
Think for a moment about what we ask of our feet—every day, most of the day.
We ask them to carry our full weight and take us wherever we want to go. Jammed in a hot shoe all day, taking the brunt of daily travels, the foot is often overlooked when it comes to health and fitness. But once it starts to hurt, it will quickly remind you of your neglect.
But, the good news is that feet are resilient. With regular attention and timely treatment when needed, you can keep your feet healthy and happy.
In Foot Care Basics you will learn the best ways to:
City Island Images is proud to announce another winner of The City Island Society of Clam-diggers and Mussel-suckers. This award is given to any and all exemplary City Island citizens, who receive the most votes and highest community support. Kudos to Virginia "Ginger" Gallagher!
The City Island Society of Clam-diggers and Mussel-suckers was formed to recognize those exceptional individuals who, over time, have made extraordinary contributions to the character and quality of their City Island community and culture.
Below are the criteria:
Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. today announced the formation of the Community Board District Office Management Task-force, which is designed to examine best practices, policies and procedures on important issues facing all 12 community boards in the Bronx.
NYC Parks Commissioner Adrian Benepe will join Council Member James Gennaro, members of Queens Community Board 8, the Flushing Meadows Corona Park Conservancy, and boating groups to cut the ribbon on $1.27 million in sustainable improvements to the area south of Flushing Meadows Corona Park’s Meadow Lake.
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation has issued an Air Quality Health Advisory for New York City until 11:00 PM tonight.
More protective national air quality standards for ozone and fine particles are now in effect. The AQI has been adjusted to reflect this change. This may lead to an increased frequency of air quality advisories despite recent improvements in air quality.
New York State Air Quality Hotline: (800) 535-1345
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