Updates for government notices, Things to do, Artists, General things

You did it! You brought us to our all-or-nothing goal of $25,000 to fund the publication of books by emerging writers Ayja Bounous and Zak Podmore. Thank you from all of us at Torrey House Press. This was an incredible community effort, and we’re grateful to everyone who donated and helped spread the word: readers, writers, outdoor enthusiasts, bookseller friends, nonprofit partners, and our board of directors.

The work of our nonprofit press would not be possible without you. Each book we edit, design, print, and distribute, and each author event we plan and publicize is powered by you—the Torrey House Press community. Together, we're moving the climate crisis conversation forward, inspiring action on behalf of the landscapes we love.

Thank you for joining us to publish these new voices for the land. We can’t wait to share Zak Podmore’s Confluence and Ayja Bounous’ Shaped by Snow with you. 

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USDA Radio Newsline

Monday, May 13th Stories:

• 5 Western Hemisphere Ag. Leaders Vow to Promote Sound Ag. Science
• Perdue "Hopeful" for Good Results from U.S./Japan Trade Negotiations
• What's Next in the U.S./China Trade Dispute?
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• Food Allergies Versus Intolerance - Different Conditions with Different Treatments
• DENVER —Sensitivity or intolerance to foods such as shellfish and milk are common and can cause significant cause for concern, but there is a difference between those symptoms and a true food allergy. Nearly 20 percent of adults report suffering from food allergies, but recent studies show only half that many actually have a food allergy. Some of that difference likely can be attributed to people having an intolerance and mistaking it for a food allergy.
• A food allergy is an immune system reaction that affects more than one organ in the body, whereas, food intolerance is usually limited to digestive issues. Food intolerance disorders are a subset of all adverse food reactions and are reported by 15 to 20 percent of the population. Intolerances are even more common among patients with irritable bowel syndrome and other functional gastrointestinal disorders. 
• Some of the most common symptoms of a food allergy include: hives, itchy and watery eyes, shortness of breath and chest tightness. In the most severe cases, a food allergy can result in anaphylaxis. In contrast, an intolerance to a food affects the digestive system and occurs when a person is unable to break down food. Some symptoms of a food intolerance include: nausea, stomach pain, vomiting and cramps. 
• “Because of the life-threatening nature of anaphylaxis, it is important to see an allergy specialist if you are unsure if you have a food allergy or an intolerance,” said Kanao Otsu, MD, allergist and immunologist at National Jewish Health. “A specialist will take into account your history with that food and test results to properly diagnose the condition.”
• An allergy skin test is used to check immediate sensitivity to select foods. Blood testing will measure the presence of IgE antibodies to specific foods. If it is suspected that you may not be allergic to a particular food, a food challenge may be performed to be certain. 
• Food allergies and food intolerance have different causes, requiring different treatments. For gastrointestinal sensitivity due to intolerance, carry an oral antihistamine to alleviate discomfort. 
• For those with food allergies, avoidance is key. If you have a food allergy, Dr. Otsu recommends the following steps to stay safe:
• Always carry your epinephrine auto injector
• Read labels carefully
• Talk with restaurants and hosts about ingredients in dishes being served
• Have a food allergy action plan
• Use and understand allergy medications
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• National Jewish Health is the leading respiratory hospital in the nation. Founded 120 years ago as a nonprofit hospital, National Jewish Health today is the only facility in the world dedicated exclusively to groundbreaking medical research and treatment of patients with respiratory, cardiac, immune and related disorders. Patients and families come to National Jewish Health from around the world to receive cutting-edge, comprehensive, coordinated care. To learn more, visit njhealth.org. Members of the news media may visit the media resources page.
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• Layton Hills Mall is looking for Local Creatives and Art Lovers

  Connections. Friendships. Education. Experience.

   

  Layton, UT (May 13, 2019) – Layton Hills Mall has partnered with Utah Arts Alliance, and Landmark Artist to bring Connect to Davis County! Join us this Friday, May 17th from 6:30p – 9:00p for a free, pop-up exhibit that invites all mediums of visual artists to showcase their art and network with the public.

   

  Attendees will be able to cast votes in various categories. Winners will receive a gift card of their choice from Layton Hills Mall retailers or restaurants. A select few will have their work featured in the Landmark Artist window display inside Layton Hills Mall.

   

  EVENT SCHEDULE

  6:30-7pm (Early Art Submission)

  7pm (Event Begins) Group Activities Begin!

  7:30pm (Voting Begins)

  8pm (Voting Closes & Presentation Begins)

  8:20pm (Announce Top Selected Artists)

  -Live Entertainment by County/Rock artist, Kaleb Austin

  -Film Industry guest speaker, Hraefn Wulfson

  Artists wanting to participate are encouraged to bring up to two pieces of ready-to-hang work.

  Table easels are strongly encouraged.

  Please Note: Due to the public nature of the event, organizers have the right to turn down any artwork not deemed appropriate for all ages.

  This is event is free and open to the public. Children are required to be with an adult at all times. No food or drink will be allowed in the gallery area.

  ** Connect is a program of the Utah Arts Alliance. Visit www.utaharts.org for more info & resources.**

   

  For more information please see the links here:

  https://www.facebook.com/events/675602982889299/

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• As we launch National Charter Schools Week 2019, the nation and indeed the globe is filled with thousands of amazing innovations in teaching and learning that are transforming the way our students learn and the way adults work in and around the business of schooling.

  While there are many reasons for the increasingly robust changes to public education, none has been more instrumental than the charter school movement.

  Since 1991, chartering has introduced US education to the benefits of freedom, flexibility, opportunity, and innovation.

  The first performance-based standards were born in charters, as was blended learning. Montessori and experiential learning approaches made a come back because of charters. Diverse sizes, set-up, programs and educator autonomy are infused throughout.

  Thousands and thousands of reports and documents have been published about this simple concept. The data is clear and compelling that charter schools provide us with a tool to break free of conventional and often outdated thinking.

  This week we join the 10 million parents and caregivers, the more than 3 million students, thousands of teachers, teams, supporters and policymakers that have joined forces in this bold and impactful effort.

  Always remember that no matter what the challenges, putting our youth in front of all, is the right thing to do to ensure their success.

   

  Please join us in celebrating National Charter Schools Week  and check out this easy and handy page of data and information to help you help others build more great learning opportunities for students everywhere.

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  The Girls Are Getting Ready for the 5K Celebration! Are You?

   

   

   Girls on the Run Utah 5K Celebration 

   

  Saturday, June 1, 2019

  Sugar House Park • Big Field Pavilion

   

  Festivities begin at 7 a.m. 

  Race starts at 9 a.m.

   

  Our 5K Celebration is open to the public and is a great race for everyone!

   

  All registered race participants will receive a t-shirt, race bag, and medal.

   

   

  Photos from William Penn Elementary's Practice 5K

   

   

   

   

   Fun Giveaways and Activities!

  Festivities start before the race at 7:00 a.m.

   

  Lunatic Fringe Hair Station

  Maverik Climbing Wall

  DC Wonder Woman Photo Booth

  University of Utah Wellness Bus

  Luckys snacks

  Lucienne Salon Spa Boutique

  Shred 415

  Ziing

  CREW

  Utah Falconz

  UESP

  SLC Housing and Community Development

  UT EMT and Heart Association

  University of Utah Health Plans

  Ultimate Frisbee

   

   

  Make a Difference

  Be a Running Buddy!

   

  Cheer, motivate and help a young girls cross the finish line! Running buddies are paired with a program participant during the 5K Celebration to ensure she makes it safely through the race. Running buddy registration is $30.

  BECOME A RUNNING BUDDY

   

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  Announces

  North American Tour

   

  Losers Out Now

  via Pure Noise Records

   

  Los Angeles, CA - May 13, 2019 - Five-piece punk band Spanish Love Songs will be hitting the road later this month for a two-week North American run, kicking off in Chicago, IL on May 19, and wrapping up on in Dayton, OH on May 31. The band is also slated to play a number of festivals this summer including Pouzza Fest in Montreal, Bled Fest in Howell, Stoked For The Summer in Asbury Park, and more. For a list of tour dates, please see below, or visit http://www.spanishlovesongs.com/shows.

   

  On April 27, 2019, Spanish Love Songs released a two-song EP, Losers, via Pure Noise Records. The 7" is available for streaming via Spotify and Apple Music now, as well as for purchase at http://smarturl.it/SpanishLoveSongs. 

  Spanish Love Songs is a five-piece punk band based in Los Angeles, CA. They formed in 2014 after the demise of a previous band and a chance Craigslist post about lonely people looking to go to punk shows. Their sound combines the energy of drunken bar shows with the immediacy of intimate, lived-in lyrics. 

   

  Over the past five years, the band has released two albums full of songs told over fast drums and rousing power cords covering themes including apathy, anxiety, a slowly disintegrating marriage, and finding a positive way to handle the loss of those closest to you, while inching towards self-acceptance in a world that doesn't always feel like home. Since the release of their record last March, the band has hit the road nonstop, with no signs of slowing down anytime soon. 

   

  For more information, please visit http://www.spanishlovesongs.com/.

   

  Upcoming Tour Dates:

  May 17 - Montréal, Canada @ Pouzza Fest

  May 19 - Chicago, IL @ Cobra Lounge

  May 21 - Pittsburgh, PA @ Mr. Roboto Project

  May 22 - Toronto, Canada @ Hard Luck

  May 23 - Buffalo, NY @ Mohawk Place

  May 24 - Cleveland, OH @ Mahall's

  May 25 - Howell, MI @ Bled Fest

  May 26 - Fort Wayne, IN @ The Brass Rail

  May 28 - Minneapolis, MN @ 7th St. Entry

  May 29 - Milwaukee, WI @ X-Ray Arcade

  May 30 - Bloomington, IL @ Nightshop

  May 31 - Dayton, OH @ Blind Bob's

  Jun 02 - Thornville, OH @ Camp Anarchy 2019

  Jul 12 - Somerville, MA @ ONCE Ballroom

  Jul 13 - Asbury Park, NJ @ Stoked For The Summer 2019

  Jul 14 - Philadelphia, PA @ Everybody Hits

  Nov 01-03 - Gainesville, FL @ FEST

  Nov 16 - Manchester, UK @ O2 Ritz

  Nov 17 - London, UK @ The Underworld Camden

  Nov 22 - Berlin, Germany @ Columbiahalle

  Nov 23 - Köln, Germany @ Palladium

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  Spanish Love Songs is Dylan Slocum (vocals & guitar), Ruben Duarte (drums), Trevor Dietrich (bass), Meredith Van Woert (keys), and Kyle McAulay (guitar).

  Follow Spanish Love Songs:

  Website: http://www.spanishlovesongs.com/

  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SpanishLoveSongs/

  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spanishlovesongs/

  Twitter: https://twitter.com/SpanishLuvSongs