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Rock the River with The Tyn Tymes

Rock the River with The Tyn Tymes - Hardin Center for Cultural Arts - Sat Aug 8 at 6:00PM 

Tables and Tickets can be purchased on The Cultural Arts Center website 

 210 At The Tracks Gadsden AL - http://www.culturalarts.org/

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Annual Japanese Spring Festival

The Japanese Spring Festival invites guests to experience Japanese culture firsthand through interactive and immersive encounters including thundering performances of Taiko drumming by Fushu Daiko, Ikebana floral design workshops, traditional Japanese tea ceremonies, hands-on origami lessons and a Japanese Marketplace. A family-friendly event, the Japanese Spring Festival also offers a children’s corner featuring storytelling and arts and crafts.

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The Global Port Quality System (GPQS) – Achieving Accreditation for ports/terminals with a quality system of global standard.

Global Port Quality System (GPQS) Launch of the Global Port Quality System (GPQS) – Achieving Accreditation for ports/terminals with a quality system of global standard.   Dear industry colleagues Objectives In continuation to our commitment of improving global ports and furthering the interests of ports globally; we, at The Global Ports Forum, are pleased to announce the Launch of the Global Port Quality System (GPQS) – the hallmark of an accredited global port/terminal with a quality systems of global standard. Over past five decades, world maritime trade has grown quantitatively with increased degree of specialization. Ships have grown is size and a variety of ships have emerged which are purpose built for different categories of cargo. Fully cellular container ships, Dry Bulk carriers, Liquid bulk tankers, RO-RO, cruise, gas carriers……. Ports, terminals and marine infrastructure has been developed to cater to the needs of a variety of ships. The function and role of the ports has evolved from earlier concept of “gateways” to “crucial interface of land-sea in the logistic supply chain”. Changing role, emerging technological trends and value-migration / greater service expectation of the customers; necessitates the ports and terminals to adopt standardized systems. Most of the ports have opted to adopt standards and obtain ISO certifications for different aspects of their operations and services like ISO 9001:2015 (process oriented); ISO 14000 (Environment Management); ISO 18000 (Occupational Health and Safety Management). Integrated Management System (IMS) combining the three standards in to one system. GPQS is being  newly introduced by the Global Ports Forum to support the port management and operating personnel for effective implementation of their own operating procedures and adopted standards in their business activities.   What is GPQS Global Port Quality System (GPQS) is a system for Effective Management and Strategic Planning for a variety of Ports. GPQS is meant to provide focus and direction for the port management and operating personnel to align their business activities and port operations to the vision, mission, goals and strategies of the port. In addition, it is a tool to measure and monitor the port’s performance against defined key performance indicators (KPIs). While most of the Container Terminals throughout the world have highly standardized operations, systems, procedures and performance indicators and benchmarks; non containerized ports / terminals have a large variety of operations, handling systems, degree of mechanization and performance indicators. The variations in operations of such non-containerized ports and terminals necessitates adaptation of a system which facilitates defining operating parameters and monitoring performance and thereby providing direction for the management. Advantages of GPQS GPQS is a quality management system that improves the process and service quality in a port organization and thus leading to increased efficiency within the system. GPQS is an international benchmark of excellence that will be awarded by Global Ports Forum to participating ports, on satisfactory compliance of the laid down standards and procedures. GPQS award signifies “among best in the class” and “process compliant port”. GPQS leads to increased organizational efficiency with reduced Turn around time. GPQS certified port would enhance customer confidence as well as satisfaction of the stakeholders in terms of quality of standards, services being in alignment with objectives, goals, strategies, mission and vision of the port organization. Process of GPQS award  GPQS program is available for participation by all categories of ports and terminals including container terminals, dry / liquid bulk terminals. Any port / terminal with dry / liquid bulk/container operations can enrol for GPQS program. Leading international experts from Ports/terminal industry specializing in respective terminal operations will be nominated by Global Ports Forum to help the enrolled port to prepare/inspect standard operating procedures and manuals as per each ports objectives and operating environment. These experts will further conduct necessary inspections for the entire port operations in order to (i) measure level of compliance with the SOPs (ii) recommend corrective steps to improve level of compliance. On completion of operations and process inspection, once it is found that the level of compliance is over 90%, such ports will be issued GPQS award certification. This will be valid for a period of 3 years. Thereafter, the GPQS award will be required to be renewed. Process Design by GPF experts Process design and writing by GPF experts is done with complete involvement and ownership of the ports’ operational teams. Process evaluation is carried out in order to understand gaps and pitfalls affecting operations with key inputs from operations teams. Templates, Flow charts, work instructions and checklists are prepared to ensure process compliance and ease of adaptation.  Trainings and workshops are conducted for process socialization and harmonization with all the teams in the port organization. Periodic compliance reviews are conducted to help identify non-compliances, conduct Root Cause Analysis and corrective action reports are documented. For further details about the GPQS accreditation and certification, please contact Mr. Thomas Ng for a discussion.       Kind regards   Thomas NgChairmanThe Global Ports Forum GLOBAL PORTS FORUM PTE. LTD.10 Anson Road#27-15International PlazaSingapore 079903 Website: www.globalportsforum.com/ Mobile: +65 9684 3289DID: +65 6519 7662Fax: +65 6725 8438Email: thomasng@globalportsforum.com

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PAUL McCARTNEY GOT BACK

Cash, Visa, AMX, MC and Discover. NO CHECKS! WILL CALL LOCATION: SW Corner of Climate Pledge Arena on 1st & Thomas WILL CALL OPENS: 2 hours prior to event time DOORS OPEN: 1 hour prior to event time (Varies by Event) Mon-Sat 10:00am - 5:00pm. Southwest corner of the Climate Pledge Arena Grounds at 1st & Thomas. Day of show: Opens 2 hours prior to event on the southwest corner of Climate Pledge Arena Grounds for will call and sales for that day's performance only! Parking - The 1st Ave N Garage is located 1 block south of Climate Pledge Arena. It is fully accessible with easy access to Climate Pledge Arena. Street parking & pay lots are also available but not as conveniently located. Drop Off - All Main Entrance doors to Climate Pledge Arena are accessible. The West entrance is the most convenient for drop off. 1st Ave N directly runs in front of the facility. Drop off location for the East entry is about 1/2 block away from Climate Pledge Arena at 2nd and Thomas. Entry - For most events, the West, South and East doors are open for entry.

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Learn how to knit with circular needles (Private Class) - Register to arrange a date

[Advanced Knitting Series] Discover the ✨MAGIC✨ of circular needles! So easy to use ❤️ , and so convenient to bring your project anywhere, you'll never need straight needles again. In this 2 hour lesson, you will learn: The differences between using circular needles and straight needles How you can use just 1 circular needle to knit everything and anything When to use different lengths of circular needles, and when the length doesn't matter How to read a circular knitting pattern How to cast-on stitches onto circular needles How to knit flat pieces with circular needles How to knit seamlessly, and continuously in the round with circular needles (e.g. seamless beanie cap) How to knit in garter stitch using circular needles How to knit in stockinette stitch using circular needles By the end of the lesson, you will definitely be able to knit a simple cowl.  All knitting materials will be provided. If you have your own, feel free to bring them along. FAQs What is "Advanced Knitting Series" about? Lessons under the advanced knitting series are for those who already have the basic knitting skills and would like to take their skills up one step further. If you are interested to start learning how to knit, we do have a Knitting for Beginners class which would be more suitable for you, before you attend this one. What is the minimum age requirement to attend this lesson? This lesson is suitable for anyone age 10 years and above. The lesson will be conducted in English. Where is the lesson venue? We will have it at a comfortable cafe that is convenient for both of us. You need not order anything if you don't want to.  When will the lesson be? Generally, we are only available on: Weekday evenings, from 7.30pm to 9.30pm (Monday to Thursday only)  Weekends, anytime between 8.30am to 9.00pm As this is a private lesson, after you purchase a ticket, we will get in touch with you via email to arrange a date and time that works out for both of us, so please ensure that you provide the correct email address when you make payment. How long is the lesson? The lesson is 2 hours long. Can I bring along a friend for this private class? We only offer one-to-one instruction so that you will get the undivided attention of the instructor and be able to learn at a pace that is comfortable just for you. Can I bring my child along? As you will need to focus on the lesson, you are advised to make arrangements for your child so that you can attend the lesson on your own. Can I bring my own circular knitting needles and yarn? Sure! And please bring along the paper label that came with your yarn, if you still have it.

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Golden State Warriors vs. LA Clippers

You can use our proud partner’s Chase Cards for payment at the Box Office. We also accept, Cash, MasterCard, Visa, American Express, Discover Will Call tickets may be picked-up at the Chase Center box office with a valid government issued photo I.D. that matches the name on the order, the credit card used to make the purchase, and the confirmation number given at the time of purchase are provided. VIP PACKAGES are subject to the package providers rules for pick up. For the box office to release tickets not in your name you need to submit a written letter of authorization along with a copy of the driver’s license of the party whose name is on the account. For Golden State Warriors: Ticket Sales: 1-888-GSW-HOOP (option 1) Group Sales: 1-888-GSW-HOOP (option 2) Account Service: 1-888-GSW-HOOP (option 3) Grandview Suites 1-888-GSW-HOOP (option 4) Administration: (510) 986-2200 Monday-Friday: 10AM - 4PM // Weekends: Only on event days pending door times. Accessible seating is available online through Ticketmaster.com, by calling Ticketmaster phone agents or coming to the Chase Center Box Office. Interpreters are available by request and are dependent upon availability. Please call the Chase Center for further information. Interpreters need to be reserved a minimum of 10 days in advance of the show. Service dogs are allowed at the Chase Center.

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