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In this episode of the Nation's Blind Podcast, Melissa and Anil are joined by Pam Allen, executive director of the Louisiana Center for the Blind, and Jordyn Castor. They provide advice on how blind people can travel with confidence to the National Convention, conferences, vacation, and more. They are also joined by Carlin Thomas who provides audio descriptions for vacations, live performances and events. 

Charlene talks with Pam Allen, MSN, RN, CEN, and Alice Martanegara, DNP, RN, about the host of new healthcare legislation taking effect this year. They discuss AB 977, AB2975, SB963, SB1385, AB1316, and AB 2319. It's a packed episode with lots of important information for healthcare workers, so lock in. Host: Charlene Platon, MS, RN, FNP-BC (@charleneplaton) Guest: Pam Allen, MSN, RN, CEN (https://www.linkedin.com/in/pam-allen-30795429/) Alice Martanegara, DNP, RN (https://www.linkedin.com/in/alice-martanegara-3b586216/) About the show: ACNL in Action is a production of the Association of California Nurse Leaders, the professional organization for nurse leaders. New episodes come out on the first Friday of every month. Want to support ACNL? Consider making a donation: http://bit.ly/cog-podcast . Learn more about ACNL, including how to become a member, at acnl.org.  Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn at @acnlnurse.

Recorded Wednesday, January 22, 2025 Book talk starts at 33:50   Our Sweater KAL has ended!  Did you win a prize?  Please listen until the end of the episode to find out.   Please join us for our next knit-along - our second Colorwork KAL!  Here are the details: 1.  Starts 2/1/25, ends  5/1/25   2.  Any project with colorwork - could be stranded, fairisle, stripes, mosaic, intarsia, etc.   3.  Your project can be a hat, mitts, mittens, gloves, anything around the neck, a toy - but it must be larger than a dishcloth!  You might want to go big, like a sweater, vest, poncho, etc. 4.  If you have a colorwork project that is less than 50% done as of 2/1/2025, you may use it for this KAL. Have fun with it.  Challenge yourself to try something new.  Chat it up in the Colorwork KAL thread here! Our Zoom group is continuing.  Please join us on Saturdays, 12 noon Pacific time.  All the info you need is in our Ravelry group! EVENTS EVENTS NoCKRs 2025 -  April 10-13, 2025 at the St Francis Retreat Center in San Juan Bautista, CA.  We still have a few spots open!  If you are interested, please contact Tracie at 2knitlitchicks@gmail.com Fiber Frolic - Saturday, June 7, 2025 at Soul Food Farms in Vacaville, CA.  Bring a chair and lunch!  Presented by Treadles to Threads Spinning Guild 2 Knit Lit Chicks Get Together!  Are you interested in meeting other knitters and crocheters who listen to the podcast?  Please join us at the 2 Knit Lit Chicks Get Together next September 18-21 at the Zephyr Point Presbyterian Retreat Center on the shores of Lake Tahoe in Nevada.  For more information, take a look at the Get Together Thread thread on Ravelry.  Please get your registration in as soon as possible.   KNITTING Barb has finished: Be Kind hat by Melissa Simpson Bankhead Hat #32 Tracie finished: Darling Darby by Jean Clement  for Modelo T-shirt from Clothing Bundle II by Barbara Prime for Scraps Chaps dog 2nd Bolton Pass Hat by Espace Tricot in Sea Change Fibers by the Dye Project Ecola Worsted in Flower Fairy Davis #5 by Pam Allen in Western Sky Knits Merino 17 Worsted- Nightfall colorway, Three Irish Girls SpringvaleDK in Skipjack , and a mystery off-white sport off-white from a destash Darling Darby #9 by Jean Clement for Ruby in Plymouth Encore Colorspun Worsted in the Spectrum Spray colorway  Barb is still working on: Garter Stitch Scarf, using Sirdar Colourspun Barb has cast-on Marklee #2 by Elizabeth Doherty, using Serendipidye 24 Carat MCN in the Peppermint Julip colorway Tracie has Cast on: Socks for Rachel in Alexandra the Art of Yarn Dark Side of the Moon in Purple Haze Ever After Sweater by Claire Jackson in Malabrigo Rios in the Gemini colorway Tracie is Working On: Alignment sweater by Katrine Birkenwasser in Seattle Sky Dyeworks Mismated Rhododendron Barb has frogged Great Love by Ankestrik, using Knit Picks Wool of the Andes in the Dove Heather colorway Granito by Joji Locatelli, using Serendipidye Dyeworks 24 Carrot MCN in the Peppermint Julip colorway The Market Bag by Davina Choy, using a DK white cotton pima and a DK blue cotton pima BOOKS Barb read: The Vacancy in Room 10 by Seraphina Nova Glass - 3 stars The Women by Kristin Hannah - 4.5 stars Last Minute Guest by Drew Strickland. - 3.5 stars Cue the Sun: The Invention of Reality TV - Emily Nussbaum - 3.5 stars The Tenth Circle by Jodi Picoult - 3 stars  Tracie read: A Blind Eye (Clare MacKay #&) by Marion Todd - 3 stars Leave the Grave Green by Deborah Crombie - 3 stars After Annie by Anna Quindlen - 4 stars In the Form of a Question: The Joys and Rewards of a Curious Life by Amy Schneider - 3.5 stars Guilty Creatures: Sex, God, and Murder in Tallahassee, Florida by Mikita Brottman - 4.5 stars Things Don't Break on Their Own by Sarah Easter Collins - 4 stars Retraction/Updates: Tracie recommended iilluminaughtii on YouTube and podcast.  iilluminaughtii was accused of bullying many other content creators on YouTube and is no longer producing content. Tracie also recommended the Man Enough podcast - co-host Justin Baldoni is Blake Lively's accused perpetrator and co-host Jamey Heath is one of his accused conspirators.  Their female co-host Liz Plank quit the podcast as soon as these accusations came to light, and the Man Enough podcast appears to be defunct. Since we recorded this episode, Tracie has also read about problematic behavior on Blake Lively's part.  She has no idea who is telling the truth in this situation, but in any case, she no longer recommends either of these podcasts.    

Recorded on December 21, 2024 Book talk starts at 30:30   Our 2024 Fall Sweater KAL is continuing.  You have until January 15, 2025 to complete an adult sweater and post a photo in our FOs thread.  It must be adult size and have some type of sleeves - short sleeves are fine!  Check out our bundles of patterns for inspiration and join the discussion on our Sweater KAL Chatter thread!   Our Zoom group is continuing.  Please join us on Saturdays, 12 noon Pacific time.  All the info you need is in our Ravelry group!   EVENTS We will be at the New Years Fiber Retreat at the St Francis Retreat Center in San Juan Bautista, CA in January NoCKRs 2025 -  April 10-13, 2025 at the St Francis Retreat Center in San Juan Bautista, CA.  We still have a few spots open!  If you are interested, please contact Tracie at 2knitlitchicks@gmail.com   KNITTING   Barb has finished: Yume by Isabel Kraemer, using Indigo Dragonfly Sport ROU in the Is She all Green and Fuzzy and Mossy colorway Two by Two beanie by Anne Gagnon using a mystery worsted yarn in a heather gray color   Tracie finished: Socks for Ryan in Marianated Yarns - Melted Box of Crayons Koko Bean Hat by Judithmarieknits in Lisa Souza Blue Faced Leicester Worsted in Styx Gno Fun Like Gnome Fun - 9 Gnaomis in Plymouth Select Worsted for class at Rumpelstiltskin and might make more.  Class was fun! Musselburgh by Ysolda in my handspun - this is a fail. Bolton Pass Hat by Espace Tricot in Emma's Yarn Super Silky in the Oops I Did It Again colorway in Sea Change   Barb is still working on: Granito by Joji Locatelli, using Serendipidye Dyeworks 24 Carrot MCN in the Peppermint Julip colorway The Market Bag by Davina Choy, using a DK white cotton pima and a DK blue cotton pima   Barb has cast-on Great Love by Ankestrik, using Knit Picks Wool of the Andes in the Dove Heather colorway Be Kind hat by Melissa Simpson Garter Stitch Scarf, using Sirdar Colourwheel   Cast on: 2nd Bolton Pass Hat by Espace Tricot in Sea Change Fibers by the Dye Project Ecola Worsted in Flower Fairy   Working On: Alignment sweater by Katrine Birkenwasser in Seattle Sky Dyeworks Mismated Rhododendron Davis #5 by Pam Allen in Western Sky Knits Merino 17 Worsted- Nightfall colorway    BOOKS Barb read: Carnegie's Maid by Marie Benedict - 3 stars   Tracie read: Death at the Sign of the Rook (Jackson Brodie #6) by Kate Atkinson - 3 stars No Way Out (DI Adam Fawley #6) by Cara Hunter - 4 stars Seeds of Evil: The True Story of Money and Murder in California - 3 stars Animal Dreams by Barbara Kingsolver - 3.5 stars The Vanishing of Joni Blackwood by Lisa Rookes - 3 stars  

Recorded on November 28, 2024 Book talk starts at 29:40   Our 2024 Fall Sweater KAL is continuing.  You have until January 15, 2025 to complete an adult sweater and post a photo in our FOs thread.  It must have some type of sleeves - short sleeves are fine!  Check out our bundles of patterns for inspiration and join the discussion on our Sweater KAL Chatter thread!   Our Zoom group is continuing.  Please join us on Saturdays, 12 noon Pacific time.  All the info you need is in our Ravelry group!   EVENTS We will be at the New Years Fiber Retreat at the St Francis Retreat Center in San Juan Bautista, CA in January. Dates for NoCKRs will be April 10-13, 2025, and registration info letters have been sent out. If you haven't received one and are interested in going to the retreat, please contact Tracie.     KNITTING Barb has finished: Yume by Isabel Kraemer, using Indigodragonfly R.O.U. Sport in the Is She all Green and Fuzzy and Mossy colorway   Tracie has finished: Scraps Chaps by Barbara Prime #6 -“Chihuahua” in Encore Worsted …a hint of summer by Isabel Kraemer in Fyberspates Scrumptious Lace in Jen S. Green and JuniperMon Fibers Findley in Curacao Knit Hat with added earflaps and pompom by Kathy Green in Berocco Vintage in the Mochi colorway Baby/Kids Earflap Hat by Julie Hentz in Berocco Vintage in the Mochi colorway Barb is still working on: Granito by Joji Locatelli, using Serendipidye Dyeworks 24 Carrot Fingering MCN in the Peppermint Julip colorway Two by Two beanie by Anne Gagnon using a mystery worsted yarn in a Heather gray colorway The Market Bag by Davina Choy, using a DK white cotton pima and a DK blue cotton pima   Tracie has Cast On: Koko Bean hat by Judithmarieknits in Lisa Souza Blue Face Leicester Worsted in Styx Gno Fun Like Gnome Fun - 6 Gnaomis in Plymouth Select Worsted for class at Rumpelstilskin LYS Alignment sweater by Katrine Birkenwasser in Seattle Sky Dyeworks Mismated Rhododendron   Tracie is still working on: Davis #5 by Pam Allen in Western Sky Knits Merino 17 Worsted- Nightfall colony Socks for Ryan in Marinated Yarns Practicality 75/25 in Melted Box of Crayons colorway   BOOKS Barb has read: Everyone is Watching by Heather Gedenkauf - 2.5 stars Here One Moment by Liane Moriarty - 5 stars   Barb Did Not Finish: The Boys from Biloxi by John Grisham   Tracie read: Murder Your Employer by Rupert Holmes - 4 stars Reread - Razor Girl by Carl Hiaason - 4 stars The Hive by Gregg Olsen - 3 stars None of this is True by Lisa Jewell - 5 stars Saint Xby Alexis Schaitkin - 4 stars This episode ends with our usual Thanksgiving Thumbs Up/ Thumbs Down from our whole family! 

Recorded Friday, November 1, 2024 Book talk begins at 19:20   Our 2024 Fall Sweater KAL is continuing.  You have until January 15, 2025 to complete an adult sweater and post a photo in our FOs thread.  It must have some type of sleeves - short sleeves are fine!  Check out our bundles of patterns for inspiration and join the discussion on our Sweater KAL Chatter thread!   Our Zoom group is continuing.  Please join us on Saturdays, 12 noon Pacific time.  All the info you need is in our Ravelry group!   EVENTS We will be at the New Years Fiber Retreat at the St Francis Retreat Center in San Juan Bautista, CA in January. Dates for NoCKRs will be April 10-13, 2025, and invitations will go out by Thanksgiving!    KNITTING Tracie finished: Rialto Baby Hat by Haley Waxberg in Universal Uptown DK in Aqua and Lavender Just Float by Stephanie Lotven (TellyBean Knits) in Apple Fiber Studio Sparkling Cider in Malachite and Life in the Long Grass Silk/Merino Sock in Autumn   Tracie continues to work on: Davis #5 by Pam Allen in Western Sky Knits Merino 17 Worsted- Nightfall colony Scraps Chaps by Barbara Prime #6 -“Chihuahua” in Encore Worsted …a hint of summer by Isabel Kraemer in Fyberspates Scrumptious Lace in Jen S. Green and JuniperMon Fibers Findley in Curacao Socks for Ryan in Marinated Yarns Practicality 75/25 in Melted Box of Crayons colorway   Barb is still working on: Yume by Isabel Kraemer, using Indigodragonfly R.O.U. Sport in the Is She all Green and Fuzzy and Mossy colorway   Barb has cast-on: Granito by Joji Locatelli, using Serendipidye Dyeworks 24 Carrot Fingering MCN in the Peppermint Julip colorway Two by Two beanie by Anne Gagnon using a mystery worsted yarn in a Heather gray colorway The Market Bag by Davina Choy, using a DK white cotton pima and a DK blue cotton pima   Barb has frogged:  Thundertwist hat by Knitting Daddy (Greg Cohoon) using a mystery worsted yarn in a Heather gray colorway Fibonacci Love by Hinterm Stein - wrong yarn for the pattern     BOOKS Tracie read: The Monk (DS Cross #5) by Tim Sullivan - 4 stars A Visit From the Goon Squad by Jennifer Egan - 3.5 stars Re-Read the last two Cormoran Strike books - The Ink Black Heart  and The Running Grave.  Liked The Ink Black Heart better this time!  5 stars for both.  Can't wait for #8, The Hallmarked Man. Sunny Days: The Children's Television Revolution That Changed America by David Kamp - 4 stars   BOOKS Who Could Ever Love You by Mary L. Trump - 4 stars Mystery of L'Inconnu by Dan Grylles - 3 stars   Barb recommends Anatomy of Lies, a true crime limited series on Peacock

Recorded Sunday, October 6, 2024 Book talk begins at 32:20   Our 2024 Fall Sweater KAL is continuing.  You have until January 15, 2025 to complete an adult sweater.  It must have some type of sleeves - short sleeves are fine!   Our Zoom group is continuing.  Please join us on Saturdays, 12 noon Pacific time.  All the info you need is the Info in our Ravelry group!   KNITTING   Tracie has finished: 42-6 Dream in Blue Cardigan by DROPS Design in Universal Uptown DK, mint green and lavender Karina Headband #2 by mariana Mel  (no need to Panic Sweater by Casapinka in JodyLong Summer Delight in the Tomato colorway Fiddly Bits Cowl #11 by Jana Photo in fingering scraps Never Not Gnoming 28 and 29 by Sarah Schira in fingering scraps   Barb has finished: Peony Top by Minimi Knit Design using Berroco Remix Light in the Peony colorway   Tracie has cast on: Davis #5 by Pam Allen in Western Sky Knits Merino 17 Worsted- Nightfall colony Scraps Chaps by Barbara Prime #6 -“Chihuahua” in Encore Worsted …a hint of summer by Isabel Kraemer in Fyberspates Scrumptious Lace in Jen S. Green and JuniperMon Fibers Findley in Curacao Socks for Ryan in Marinated Yarns - Melted Box of Crayons colorway Rialto Baby Hat by Haley Waxberg in Universal Upton DK in Aqua and Lavender   Tracie is working on: Just Float by Stephanie Lotven (TellyBean Knits) in A;;le Fibeer Studio Sparkling Cider in Malachite and Life in the Long Grass Silk/Merino Sock in the Autumn colorway   Barb has cast on: Thundertwist #2 by Knitting Daddy using mystery yarn   Barb is still working on: Yume by Isabel Kraemer using Indigo Dragonfly Sport ROU in the Is She All Green and Fuzzy and Mossy color-way   BOOKS Tracie has finished: The Book of Essie by Meghan McLean Weir - 3.5 stars No One is Perfect: The True Story of Candace Mossler and American's Strangest Murder Trial by Ron Smith - 4 stars Practice to Deceive by Ann Rule - 3 stars Swimming with Ghosts by Michelle Brafman - 4stars The Lost Girls of Penzance by Sally Rigby - 3 stars Wilder Intentions: Love, Lies and Murder in North Dakota by CJ Wynn - 4 stars Otherwise Known as Sheila the Great and Then Again Maybe I Won't - both by Judy Blume - enjoyed both   Barb has finished: 1.  The Measure by Nikki Erlich - 4 stars  2.  Eruption by Michael Crichton and James Patterson - 4 stars 3.  Death Cruise by Don Davis - 3.5 stars

Recorded July 22, 2024 Book talk begins at 30:19 Our annual Mother Bear KAL has begun and will run until August 31.  To find out all about this wonderful charity, please go to the Mother Bear Project website.  Talk bears with us in the Mother Bear Chatter thread and post your finished bears in the FOs thread.  Any bears you have knit in 2024 are eligible!   Every Saturday at noon Pacific time - Virtual Knitting Group via Zoom Tracie is teaching a class on making knitted toys at Rumpelstiltskin in Sacramento, and it has been rescheduled to September 28 and November 2 .  See the class listing here for details!   KNITTING Barb finished: Mother Bear #296 - 298   Tracie finished: Mother Bears 328, 329 and one that I sent to my uncle Davis #4 by Pam Allen in Knit Picks Snuggle Puff in Hatchling (pale mint green) Scraps Chaps by Barbara Prime: Rabbit in Sea Change Fibers by The Dye Project Ecola Worsted in Mushroom Hunter Cat in Plymouth Yarn Worsted Merino Superwash Solids in Caraway Heather   Barb continues to work on: Gardengate by Jennifer Steingass, using Cloudborn Merino Superwash Sock Twist in the Graphite Heather colorway and Cloudborn Fibers Highland Fingering in the Petal colorway   And has cast on: Mother Bear #299 Spinwheel Beanie by Benjamin Matthews, using a mystery gray yarn   Tracie cast on: 42-6 Dream in Blue Cardigan by DROPS design in Universal Uptown DK in Baby Blue and Paintbox Yarns Simply DK in Banana Cream Dawning Top by Ainur Berkimbayeva in Sea Change Fibers by The Dye Project Bayshore Fingering in Pink Frock   And continues to work on: Just Float by Stephanie Lotven (TellyBean Knits) in Apple Fiber Studio Sparkling Cider in Malachite and Life in the Long Grass Silk/Merino Sock in Autumn Fiddly Bits cowl #11 by Jana Pihota Digital Citizens stuffed toys   BOOKS Barb read: Cook County ICU: 30 Years of Unforgettable Patients and Odd Cases - 3 stars.   Written in 2016 - he headed the ICU 1970s thru the 1990s Bitter Blood: a True Story of Southern Family Pride, Madness, and Multiple Murder by Jerry Bledsoe - 5 stars.  Fuzz: When Nature Breaks the Law by Mary Roach - 4 stars In Cold Blood by Truman Capote - 5 stars   Tracie read: Inside Out by Demi Moore - 4.5 stars Before He Wakes by Jerry Bledsoe - 4.5 stars The Lincoln Highway by Amor Towles - 3 stars Blind Rage: A True Story of Sin, Sex, and Murder in a Small Arkansas Town by Anita Paddock - 2.5 stars

Recorded Wednesday, June 26, 2024 Book talk begins at 18:28 Our annual Mother Bear KAL has begun and will run until August 31.  To find out all about this wonderful charity, please go to Mother Bear Project website.  Talk bears with us in the Mother Bear Chatter thread and post your finished bears in the FOs thread.  Any bears you have knit in 2024 are eligible - post photos on the FO Thread Every Saturday at noon Pacific time - Virtual Knitting Group via Zoom Tracie is teaching a class on making knitted toys at Rumpelstiltskin in Sacramento on July 13 and August 3.  See the class listing here for details!   KNITTING Barb finished: Mother Bear #295 Stashbusting Helix Hat #10 by Jessica Rose    Tracie finished: Mother Bear 325 - 327 Staycation pullover by Susanne Sommer, using Zealana Performa KIWI fingering in the Rococo colorway   Barb is working on: Gardengate by Jennifer Steingass, using Cloudborn Merino Superwash Sock Twist in the Graphite Heather colorway and Cloudborn Fibers Highland Fingering in the Petal colorway   Barb has cast On: Mother Bear #296 Tracie has cast on: Just Float by Stephanie Lotven (TellyBean Knits) in Apple Fiber Studio Sparkling Cider in Malachite and Life in the Long Grass Silk/Merino Sock in Autumn Davis by Pam Allen, using Knit Picks Snuggle Puff in the Hatchling colorway   She continues to work on: toys - Scraps Chaps for class and Digital Citizens  Fiddly Bits cowl #11 by Jana Pihota   BOOKS Barb read: Things I Learned from Falling by Claire Nelson - 4 stars Alien by Alan Dean Foster - 4.5 stars Aliens by Alan Dean Foster - 4.5 stars Stranded by Sarah Goodwin - 4 stars   Tracie read: Virgins by Carol Rivers - 4 stars.  Tracie does not recommend the audio version The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid - 4-5 stars Smoke Screen (Alexander Blix & Emma Ramm #2) - 3.75 stars    

Today Des & Dave talk to Pam Allen, the MD of PA Today Ltd and Pam discusses how she is helping employees and business owners to take full advantage of the government scheme, 'Access to Work'.

Join me on this special episode of Reiki from the Farm as we embark on a soul-stirring journey to reignite your dreams. Discover the power of Reiki in uncovering those hidden aspirations and desires that make your heart sing.In this episode, you'll get to explore the profound connection between dreams and your purpose, learn how to use Reiki symbols to achieve your career and business aspirations and, finally, participate in a guided meditation to heal your limiting beliefs.Whether you're a seasoned practitioner or just starting your Reiki journey, this episode will inspire you to rediscover your passions and step into your full potential.Tune in, grab your journal, and get ready to live your dreams with Reiki!---------------Pam Allen-LeBlanc is a scientist, businesswoman, and Licensed Reiki Master Teacher (LRMT) with the International Center for Reiki Training. Get in Touch with Pam:Email: pam@reikifromthefarm.comSign up for the Reiki from the Farm Newsletter & learn about upcoming Reiki Shares: http://eepurl.com/dFm-19  A special thanks goes out to Music from Pixabay for the intro music and to Nate Miller for the meditation music.Register for our newsletter! Instagram Facebook Youtube pam@reikifromthefarm.com

Charlene talks with Pam Allen, Government Affairs Representative for Redlands Community Hospital. Pam was previously Director of Emergency Services at Redlands, and she currently serves on ACNL's Health Policy Committee, working to educate ACNL members on how they can get involved in shaping legislation. Pam and Charlene talk about how she transitioned from a more traditional nursing role to working in government affairs, and share some advice for nurses who are interested in getting involved with health policy. Host: Charlene Platon, MS, RN, FNP-BC (@charleneplaton) Guest: Pam Allen, MSN, RN, CEN (https://www.linkedin.com/in/pam-allen-30795429/) About the show: ACNL in Action is a production of the Association of California Nurse Leaders, the professional organization for nurse leaders. New episodes come out on the first Friday of every month. Want to support ACNL? Consider making a donation: http://bit.ly/cog-podcast . Learn more about ACNL, including how to become a member, at acnl.org.  Follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn at @acnlnurse.

Get ready to imagine the possibilities as Andrea talks with Pam Allen-LeBlanc, a Reiki Master Teacher turned political candidate! Pam discusses her unexpected journey into politics and her run for office in New Brunswick, Canada. She shares how she was spiritually guided to run as the Green Party candidate. She believes authenticity and positive communication must be at the heart of her campaign, and she is ready to make a difference. Tune in as they discuss bringing Reiki into the mainstream political spotlight. Time Stamps:[00:00:00] Running for political office.[00:10:40] Hope for the future.[00:13:14] Unity and Reiki going mainstream.[00:23:56] World peace.[00:26:11] My district and political background.[00:30:02] Environmental advocacy efforts.[00:34:23] Candidates and divisive strategies.[00:39:10] World peace and conflicts.[00:42:24] Political ads in Canada.[00:48:08] Taking the first step.[00:50:06] Fear versus excitement.[00:55:20] Connecting people with resonating content.✨ Learn more about Pam https://www.reikifromthefarm.com or https://www.greenpartynb.ca/pam_allen_leblancSupport the show

In the latest iCantCU episode, I peel back the curtain on a whirlwind week! Dive into the highs and lows of the "Believe You Can!" talent show, and get swept away by the heart and dedication of every performer. With Ziggy facing health challenges, I shed light on his journey and what's next. Plus, I grapple with global events that left me reeling, and share an intimate chat with Eliz about our uniquely Jewish surname. In Just Listen, you'll be serenaded by NFB of PA's Angelina's breathtaking renditions of O Canada and the Star-Spangled Banner—just in time for White Cane Awareness Day.  Show notes at https://www.iCantCU.com/247  Links Mentioned Angelina's Youtube Channel: http://www.angelinasings.us   That Real Blind Tech Show Episode 140: https://thatrealblindtechshow.libsyn.com/episode-140-were-sorry-but-farts-are-funny  HostGator affiliate link: https://partners.hostgator.com/c/2754730/1772880/3094  My new host is SiteGround (affiliate link): https://www.siteground.com/index.htm?afcode=f59e91b9cbc71a3ef625daed6c2c5810.  Learn More About Descript The transcript from this episode is done using Descript. Squadcast is now part of Descript, and I'm excited to try it when recording an interview. Try out Descript for free at https://www.descript.com/?lmref=Yw2dhQ. This is an affiliate link, so I'll earn a commission if you pay for the app. Thanks! Support iCantCU When shopping at Amazon, I would appreciate it if you clicked on this link to make your purchases: https://www.iCantCU.com/amazon. I participate in the Amazon Associate Program and earn commissions on qualifying purchases. The best part is, you don't pay extra for doing this! White Canes Connect Podcast Episode 086 In episode 086, Lisa and David speak with NFB 1st Vice President Pam Allen and NFB of PA President Lynn Heitz about the upcoming NFB of PA State Convention in Harrisburg. Pam, who also serves as the Director of the Louisiana Center, is the National Representative for the convention.  Find the podcast on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/white-canes-connect/id1592248709  Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1YDQSJqpoteGb1UMPwRSuI IHeartRadio https://www.iheart.com/podcast/263-white-canes-connect-89603482/ YouTube Https://www.youtube.com/@pablindpodcast White Canes Connect On Twitter Https://www.twitter.com/PABlindPodcast My Podcast Gear Here is all my gear and links to it on Amazon. I participate in the Amazon Associates Program and earn a commission on qualifying purchases. Zoom Podtrak P4: https://amzn.to/33Ymjkt Zoom ZDM Mic & Headphone Pack: https://amzn.to/33vLn2s Zoom H1n Recorder: https://amzn.to/3zBxJ9O  Gator Frameworks Desk Mounted Boom Arm: https://amzn.to/3AjJuBK Shure SM58 S Mic: https://amzn.to/3JOzofg  Sennheiser Headset (1st 162 episodes): https://amzn.to/3fM0Hu0  Follow iCantCU on your favorite podcast directory! Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/icantcu-podcast/id1445801370/  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3nck2D5HgD9ckSaUQaWwW2  Audible: https://www.audible.com/pd/iCantCU-Podcast-Podcast/B08JJM26BT  Heart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-icantcu-podcast-31157111/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/davidbenj  Reach out on social media Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/davidbenj Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davidbenj Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/davidbenj LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidbenj Are You or Do You Know A Blind Boss? If you or someone you know is crushing it in their field and is also blind, I want to hear from you! Call me at (646) 926-6350 and leave a message. Please include your name and town, and tell me who the Blind Boss is and why I need to have them on an upcoming episode. You can also email the show at iCantCUPodcast@gmail.com.    

In this episode of White Canes Connect, we've got more NFB of PA State Convention coverage in the run-up to the convention in Harrisburg from November 9 through 12. Lisa and David speak to convention national Representative Pam Allen and National Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania President Lynn Heitz about what we can expect. Lynn tells us of several people from Nigeria who are traveling to the convention. Pam talks about a presentation she'll participate in on helping people talk through some of their blindness issues while offering resources. Of course, she'll also give the keynote address at the banquet on Saturday night. Pam wears many hats in the NFB. She is the First Vice President of the national organization. Since 2002, she has served as the Director of the Louisiana Center. And, if that's not enough, she serves as the President of the NFB of Louisiana. Pam tells us of her NFB journey and her connection to Philadelphia while in college. Show notes at https://www.whitecanesconnect.com/086 2023 State Convention in Harrisburg Links Learn about the convention: https://www.nfbofpa.org/state-convention  Register as an attendee: https://nfbofpa.org/2023-state-convention-registration/ Register as an exhibitor: https://nfbofpa.org/2023-exhibit-hall-registration/?preview=true Read the preliminary agenda: https://nfbofpa.org/2023-agenda/ Auction Items for Convention We all love the auction at the convention. What makes it great are the items that are donated for it. Please consider donating items for the auction that cost $25 or more. Think themed gift baskets, electronics, sports memorabilia, gift cards, baked goods, etc. Contact Denice Brown for more information.  Door Prizes Needed for Convention Door prizes are needed for the convention. Typical door prizes are gift cards, cash, scented candles, etc., with a value of up to $30. Bring the item to the convention and inform us at registration that you have a door prize. Crowne Plaza Hotel in Harrisburg Make your reservations by calling the hotel directly at (717) 234-5021. Tell them you are attending the NFB of PA State Convention. Learn more about the hotel at https://nfbofpa.org/reservations-for-crowne-plaza-hotel/. Getting to the Convention If you are taking the train to Harrisburg from Philadelphia, use code V819 when you book your trip. Call Amtrak at (800) USA-RAIL or (800) 872-7245 numerically. Questions About State Convention If you have questions about the convention, Contact Emily Gindlesperger via email at vp2@nfbp.org. If you need help registering on the website, contact David Goldstein via email at iCantCUPodcast@gmail.com. Support the NFB of PA & White Cane Coffee Support the NFB of PA with every purchase at White Cane Coffee Company by going to https://www.whitecanecoffee.com/ref/nfbp. When you use that link to purchase from White Cane Coffee, the NFB of PA earns a 10% commission! Share the link with your family and friends! Listen to Erin and Bob Willman from White Cane Coffee on episode 072 of White Canes Connect. Give Us A Call We'd love to hear from you! We've got a phone number for you to call, ask us questions, give us feedback, or say, "Hi!" Call us at (267) 338-4495. You have up to three minutes for your message, and we might use it on an upcoming episode. Please leave your name and town as part of your message.  Follow White Canes Connect Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon | YouTube Connect With Us If you've got questions, comments, or ideas, reach out on Twitter. We are @PABlindPodcast. You can also email us at WhiteCanesConnect@gmail.com.

Hello everybody!   Welcome to our September 2023 monthly Digest: a monthly newsletter of the National Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania!   The events and information listed below will be within the National Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania as well as any pertinent information from the National Federation of the Blind and the Pennsylvania blind community.   If you or anyone you know have any upcoming events or information that can pertain to the blind community in Pennsylvania, please send them to Stacie Leap at nfb.stacie@gmail.com  by the 27th of the month so it an be added to our calendar for the following month.       For those using screen readers, you can use your heading navigations to skip around the email.     A Message from our State Affiliate President   Happy September Federation Family!   It is hard to believe that State Convention is 2 months away.  Our National Representative this year is Pam Allen, 1st Vice President of the NFB. There is only a short time to register for the Convention at the Early Bird price.  On September 15, the registration increases to $25.  Register early and save!   Looking forward to speaking with you on Coffee with The President on Wednesday, September 6 at 7:30PM!       - Lynn Heitz   President, National Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania   president@NFBOfPA.org      Google Calendar Links    The National Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania also has a Google Calendar that can be viewed either through the web or subscribed to your calendar apps.   You can view the calendar without subscribing to it and view it on your web browser by going to NFBofPA.org/calendar/.  However, if you wish to subscribe to the calendar and get the events on your calendar apps, please click Subscribe link in the show notes and go through the steps to subscribe:     Member Spotlight: Angelina Angelcyk    Each month, we will highlight someone within our affiliate. The goal is to allow other members to learn about other members within the affiliate. We hope you enjoy this little spotlight!       Angelina Angelcyk serves as one of our board members for the National Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania. Serving as the youngest board member, she is the student representative. Angelina is a senior of her high school in the Greater Pittsburgh area. You might recognize her name and voice at many NFB events, both nationally and locally. She showcases her piano skills and singing ability at the annual Piano Bar that is hosted by the student division. She is a part of a band, Spectrum, and recently performed alongside Pittsburgh musician Norman Mardini. A woman of many talents, she performed as Rafiki from the Lion King at the Geyer Performing Arts Center in July 2023. She also sings at many events and sells Sachets during our state convention. If you ever get a chance to meet Angelina, do not forget to say, “Hello!”      Calendar of Events    The following events are also on our Google calendar with the Zoom information or meeting location. If anyone within a chapter, division, or group see any errors or misinformation, please contact Stacie Leap at nfb.stacie@gmail.com       The below information is correct as of the first week of the month. The information is most up-to-date on the Google Calendar so please check back periodically to ensure the right information.      Jigsaw Chapter monthly Meeting    a monthly meeting for those who do not have a local chapter in their geographical area. This is our at-large chapter Meetings This meeting is typically held on the 1st Saturday of the month.   Saturday, September 2, 2023 at 10 AM      Coffee with the State President and Board   This monthly discussion meeting brings everybody together to get to know the state affiliate board members and the happenings within the state's divisions, chapters, and advocacy efforts. This meeting is typically held the 1st Wednesday of the month.   Wednesday, September 6, 2023 at 7:30 PM      Greater Berks Chapter Monthly Meeting    A monthly meeting for those who live in the Greater Berks County of Pennsylvania This meeting is typically held on the 2nd Friday of the month.   Friday, September 8, 2023 at 10 AM       Greater Lehigh Valley Chapter Monthly Meeting    A monthly meeting for those who live in the Greater Lehigh Valley region of Pennsylvania.  This includes Allentown, Bethlehem, Easton, and the surrounding areas. This meeting is typically held on the 2nd Saturday of the month.   Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 10 AM       Keystone Chapter Monthly Meeting    a monthly meeting for those who live in the Philadelphia area. This is one of two local chapters in the Philadelphia area. The other chapter is the Greater Philadelphia Chapter. This meeting is typically held on the 2nd Saturday of the month.   Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 10:15 AM      Happy Valley Chapter Monthly Meeting     A monthly meeting for those who live in or surrounding State College, Pennsylvania.  This meeting is typically held on the 2nd Saturday of the month.   Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 1:00 PM     Board of Directors Quarterly Meeting   This meeting is the quarterly meeting for the board of directors. Only those in the board can make motions and vote but all are invited to be a part of the meeting.   Sunday, September 10, 2023 at 7:30 PM      Deaf Blind Division Monthly Meeting    a monthly meeting for those who consider themselves to be Deaf Blind and their supporters. This meeting is typically held on the 2nd Monday of the month.   Monday, September 11, 2023 at 6:00 PM       Pennsylvania Association of Blind Merchants (PABM) Monthly Meeting    a monthly meeting for those who are or wish to be involved with the Business Enterprise Program, entrepreneurship, and their supporters. This meeting is typically held on the 2nd Wednesday of the month.   Wednesday, September 13, 2023 at 6:00 PM       Capital Area Chapter Monthly Meeting    a monthly meeting for those who live in the Greater Harrisburg area. This meeting is typically held on the 3rd Saturday of the month.   Saturday, September 16, 2023 at 10:00 AM       Erie County Chapter Monthly Meeting    a monthly meeting for those who live in Erie County Pennsylvania. This meeting is typically held on the 3rd Saturday of the month.   Saturday, September 16, 2023 at 2:00 PM       Blind Parents Group Monthly Meeting    a monthly meeting for blind parents, grandparents, and their supporters This meeting is typically held on the 3rd Saturday of the month.   Saturday, September 16, 2023 at 7:00 PM      Pennsylvania Organization of Parents of Blind Children (PAOPBC) Monthly Meeting    a monthly meeting for parents of blind children and their supporters This meeting is typically held on the 3rd Tuesday of the month.   Tuesday, September 19, 2023 at 1:00 PM       Pittsburgh Chapter Monthly Meeting    A monthly meeting for those who live in the Greater Pittsburgh area. This meeting is typically held on the 3rd Wednesday of the month.   Wednesday, September 20, 2023 at 6:00 PM      Greater Philadelphia Chapter Monthly Meeting    a monthly meeting for those who live in the Philadelphia area. This is one of two local chapters in the Philadelphia area.  The other chapter is the Keystone Chapter. This meeting is typically held on the 4th Saturday of the month.   Saturday, September 23, 2023 at 10:00 AM      Brandywine Valley Chapter Monthly Meeting    a monthly meeting for those who live in the Brandywine Valley area of PA. This meeting is typically held on the 4th Saturday of the month.   Saturday, September 23, 2023 at 10:00 AM      Pennsylvania Association of Guide Dog Users (PAGDU) Monthly Meeting    a monthly meeting for those who have or are considering getting a guide dog as well as their supporters. This meeting is typically held on the 4th Saturday of the month.   Saturday, September 23, 2023 at 4:00 PM      Pennsylvania Association of Blind Students (PABS) Monthly Meeting    a monthly meeting for blind students of all ages and their supporters. This meeting is typically held on the 4th Monday of the month.   Monday, September 25, 2023 at 7:00 PM      Blind Seniors Group Monthly Meeting    a monthly meeting for those who are seniors or almost seniors as well as their supporters. This meeting is typically held on the 4th Wednesday of the month.   Wednesday, September 27, 2023 at 7:30 PM      White Canes Connect Podcast    Did you know that the National Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania has a podcast? It is hosted by members David Goldstein and Lisa Bryant as well as some guest hosts. It features interviews with our PA members as well as interviews and resources for the blind community. The monthly digest is also on the podcast for those who wish to hear a human's voice instead of a screen reader. You can listen to it wherever you listen to podcasts.   Listen on  Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, IHeartRadio, and on YouTube @PABlindPodcast. Contact White Canes Connect at whitecanesconnect@gmail.com if you have any show ideas or wish to be on the podcast.      State Convention 2023     Our State Convention is coming up soon! Mark your calendar! Clear your agendas! We will be convening from November 9 to 12, 2023 at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Harrisburg, PA!   Please see the links below to register for the convention as well to reserve your hotel rooms! Room rates are $99 a night. We will have a Senior Possibilities Fair, Technology Seminars, Talent Showcase/Live Auction, special interest groups and division meetings and so much more! We hope to hang out with you at the convention!   Attendee Registration for State Convention:   https://nfbofpa.org/2023-state-convention-registration/   Info on making hotel reservations at the Crowne Plaza Harrisburg:   https://nfbofpa.org/reservations-for-crowne-plaza-hotel/     Senior Possibilities Fair 2023   We will also have a senior possibilities fair on the morning of Thursday, November 9, 2023. There is a separate registration form for this event and can be found at the following link:  https://nfbofpa.org/senior-possibilities-fair/     Talent Showcase   For those who will be attending the convention in-person, we are looking for performers of all talents to showcase them at the talent show which will take place on the evening of Friday, November 10, 2023. If you are interested in performing, please contact Stacie Leap at Stacie.leap@gmail.com      Shout-Outs and Announcements!  Birthday Wishes    The National Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania would like to wish all those who were born in September a very happy birthday!     Rest in Peace Tom Anderson   Tom Anderson served as the Chair of the Blind Christians Group after it was changed from the Communities of Faith division. This email was from Dan Burke:   "Dear friends and Federation family -       Julie and I are heart-broken to tell you that Tom Anderson, the beloved first-Braille teacher at CCB and one of the two staff members who opened the doors of the Colorado Center for the Blind in 1988 with Diane McGeorge, died Tuesday afternoon. Tom had been in the hospital for about two weeks in Kansas where he and his wife, Linda returned after tom's retirement from CCB in 2015. He passed quietly from this life with his dear Linda holding one of his hands and his twin sister Toni holding the other.       Tom had cancer nearly 20 years ago, but was cancer free until about two years ago. He entered treatments and finished them early this year. He and Linda came to the national convention in Houston, and it was wonderful for all of us to see him. He was so obviously excited to be back at the convention again. But he became ill after they returned home and eventually was hospitalized.       Tom was a man of faith and a minister, having his own small church in Littleton for a number of years. He was also a staunch, life-long Federationist, holding many offices  at the chapter, state and  national levels, including the Denver Chapter President, the NFB of Kansas state board, and the long-time President of the NFB in Communities of Faith.       Tom was such a good man, a dedicated and patient teacher of Braille to hundreds of blind students over the 27 years he taught at the Center, if also exacting and sometimes stern. He embraced his nickname, “Dr.  Dots,” loved to page students late for his class with, “Henrietta, the dots await your fingers,” and had one of the most endearing and genuine laughs ever heard in the halls of CCB. No one had a laugh like Tom's, and he laughed often and easily.        Julie spoke with Linda this afternoon. At this time, there is no public memorial scheduled. Please send Linda and the family your prayers and positive thoughts.   Rest in peace, dear, kind and loving friend and teacher to so many.”      Fundraisers  Blind Parents Group T-Shirts Fundraiser    The t-shirts come in either black with white letterings or white with black letterings. Both shirts say “I Support #BlindParents” with the NFB of PA Logo and “Blind Parents Group” at the bottom. Funds raised will start a scholarship fund to assist blind or visually impaired parents and their family through financial life hardships. To purchase a t-shirt, please contact Stacie Leap at nfb.stacie@gmail.com     Dancing in the Dark   The Greater Lehigh Valley Chapter will be hosting their annual Dancing in the Dark event on Friday October 13, 2023.   On Friday October 13th we Joyously invite you to enjoy a night of fun and enlightenment to celebrate ational Meet the Blind Month and White Cane Day. This is a semi-formal evening of dinner, music and dancing.   Cocktails begin @ 6:00 PM   .  Tickets are $75 and the deadline to purchase ticket is September 15, 2023.   This event will be held at: Blue Grillhouse   . (4431 Easton Avenue. Bethlehem, PA 18020)   There are four menu selections:   1. Flounder stuffed with jumbo crab in lemon cream sauce   2. Chicken breast marsala   3. Slow roasted prime rib of beef - traditional or horseradish crusted   4. Roasted Zucchini with Quinoa   Contact the Event Chair Jemmie Jones for more info and to purchase tickets: 908-391-8375      Believe You Can! Talent Show     SAVE THE DATE: The Keystone Chapter will be having their annual talent show fundraiser on Saturday, October 14, 2023 at 8 PM ET. If you wish to be a performer, please complete the Google Form: BelieveYouCan.live/talent.   Tickets are on sale now at BelieveYouCan.live/tickets.    For more information, please visit their website: believeYouCan.live or contact David Goldstein at david@iCantCU.com If you wish to be a performer or have any questions, please contact BelieveYouCanShow@gmail.com      Other External Events    These events are not hosted or sponsored by the NFB or the NFB of PA. However, we think these might be good resources for those living in Pennsylvania. If you have any events that you wish to be in our monthly digest, please email Stacie Leap at nfb.stacie@gmail.com      Liberty Resources' Blind/Low Vision Support Group    Our members Karen Rose and Simone Cooper partner up with Liberty Resources to hold a weekly virtual support group at Liberty Resources. The aim is to share resources and provide support to those experiencing blindness or low vision. Meetings are weekly on Tuesdays from 1pm to 2pm ET via Zoom. You do not need to live in Philadelphia to attend these meetings, this is open to all in Pennsylvania! For more information or to sign-up, please email Latoya Maddox at LatoyaMaddox@libertyresources.org       Purple Path Awareness Walk   Purple Path is an awareness walk about domestic violence. It will be a day filled with testimonials, live entertainment, raffles, food, resources/information tables and much more! The event will be on October 7, 2023 from 12PM to 4PM at 800 Macdade Blvd.Collingdale, PA 19023. More information including volunteering, sponsorships, and registering can be found on their website: www.purplehouseporjectpa.org      Women Healed For a Purpose 2023 Conference!    Our member Lyvette Byrd is hosting her 2nd Annual Women Healed For a Purpose Conference under her business, For the Byrds Consulting, LLC. The mission of the conference is to equip and restore the community through a faith-based initiative that we hope will strengthen women holistically; mind, body, and spirit.   We are women Living Interdependently in support of Family, Friends, and our Fellow neighbors to Educate and Empower our community. The event will be on Saturday, October 28, 2023.  There will be guest speakers, and live entertainment. There will be an in-person option as well as a Zoom option. For more information including vending opportunities, volunteering, or to register, please visit the For The Byrds Consulting website .      NFB Pledge    I pledge to participate actively in the efforts of the National Federation of the Blind; to achieve equality, opportunity, and security for the blind; to support the policies and programs of the Federation; and to abide by its constitution.      NFB Message    The National Federation of the Blind knows that blindness is not the characteristic that defines you or your future. Every day we raise the expectations of blind people, because low expectations create obstacles between blind people and our dreams.       Many thanks to everybody for all they do within the Federation!       Thanks!   the National Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania team   www.NFBofPA.org

Recorded on June 28 & July 5, 2023 Our annual Mother Bear KAL began June 1, 2023, but any bears you have knit or crocheted in 2023 are eligible as entries for prizes.  To find out all about this wonderful charity, please go to Mother Bear Project website.  Talk bears with us in the Mother Bear Chatter thread and post your finished bears in the FOs thread. We have a listener who has come up with 3 incentive prizes for increasing your bear count!  For more info, please check out the Mother Bear Incentive Prizes thread. Virtual Knitting Group via Zoom   The next 2 segments were recorded at Eileen's Bunkhouse in Lincoln, Montana. Eileen is RedsKnits on Ravelry June 28: Participants: Tracie (alittleposy) Barb (KnittyBarb) Eileen (redsknits) Celia (PinotNoir) Eileen talked about: 1. Book - DC Smith and Kings Lake Investigation Series by Peter Grainger. "British murder mysteries with good plot lines and excellent character development over the series. And he's still writing!" 2. Knitting - starting the Davis pullover by Pam Allen, using Tracie's directions. She is knitting it  using some vintage stash O-wool that has been dyed by Alpenglow.   3. Eileen talked about Alpenglow Industries, especially their Textile and Yarns Tools. Check out their cool stitch markers!     Celia talked about: 1. The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman   2.  Knitting - She talked about knitting the Beneath a Summer Sky shawl by Debra Gerhard in Ritual Dyes Fae  (mohair silk) and Maiden (merino fingering) in the Taurus colorway.   Tracie talked about: 1.  Book - Disappearance at Devil's Rock by Paul Tremblay   2. Knitting - Marklee DK by Elizabeth Doherty in KnitPicks comfy in the Planetarium colorway.   Barb talked about: 1.  Book - 

Recorded on January 12, 2023 Book talk starts at 24:45 Sweater KAL - 9/1/22 - 1/15/23 - be sure to listen until the end of the podcast when the prize winners of the Sweater KAL are announced! NEW KAL!  Come join us knitting or crocheting your projects with CABLES!  That's right, cables.  Come on over to the Cables KAL Chatter Thread to check out the rules and chat about your plans.  Dates are now until 5/15/23.     Virtual Knitting Group via Zoom   Northern California Knitting Retreat news: If you would like to attend NoCKRs at the St Francis Retreat Center in San Juan Bautista, California April 27-30, 2023, please email Tracie at 2knitlitchicks@gmail.com for details. KNITTING Barb finished:  1.  Get the Groove by Hinterm Stein, using Valley Yarns Northampton Worsted in the Denim Heather colorway                                                                                                                                                                          2.  Bankhead Hat #23 by Susie Gourlay, using Plymouth Encore Tweed   Tracie finished: 1.  Vanilla Socks in Canon Hand Dyes William Merino in Waterworld Sock Set                                            2.  Davis pullover by Pam Allen, using Berroco Remix Chunky in the Pepper colorway   Barb is working on: 1.  Colourwheel DK 1 Ball Scarf, using a Sirdar Colourwheel in the Perfectly Pretty colorway                    2.  Hermione's Everyday Socks by Erica Leuder using Canon Hand Dyes sock set                                        3.  Burgos vest by Rosa Pomar, using Diamond Galway Worsted Knitting Wool Highland Heather   Barb cast-on:                                                                                                                                                      1.  Koko Bean hat #3 by JudithMarieKnits, using leftover Plymouth Encore and Red Heart yarns           2. Citadel cardigan by Joji Locatelli, using Rowan RYC Wool Tweed (discontinued yarn) in the Truffle colorway Tracie cast on: 1.  Velvet Pullover (pattern discontinued) by Ewe Knit Toronto, using Western Sky Knits Merino 17 Light dyed by Kim of Western Sky Knits and Tracie 2.  Knitted Knocker in Cascade Ultra Pima   BOOKS Barb read: 1.  A Dream Life by Claire Messed - 4 stars 2.  I'm Glad my Mom Died by Jeanetter McCurdy - 4 stars 3.  Memoirs of an Imaginary Friend by Matthew Dicks - 5 stars   Tracie read: 1.  The Marriage Lie by Kimberly Bell - 2 stars 2.  That Time I Loved You: Stories by Marianne Leung - 4 stars 3.  Now is Not the Time to Panic by Kevin Wilson - 4 stars 4.  I'm Glad My Mom Died by Jeanette McCurdy - 5 stars 5.  God Spare the Girls by Kelsey McKinney - 4 stars 6.  Miller's Valley by Abba Quindlen - 4.5 stars 7.  The Push by Ashley Audrain - 2.5 stars Tracie and Barb recommend The Gleener for excellent, battery-free sweater shaving

Recorded on January 12, 2023 Book talk starts at 18:19 Sweater KAL - 9/1/22 - 1/15/23 Sweater KAL Chatter - rules are at the top of each page Virtual get-together Zoom   Northern California Knitting Retreat news: If you would like to attend NoCKRs at the St Francis Retreat Center in San Juan Bautista, California April 27-30, 2023, please email Tracie at 2knitlitchicks@gmail.com for details.   KNITTING Barb finished:  2 Bankhead Hats   Tracie finished: Penny's Bandana Cowl in Adrian Gergler for Finn in 3 colors of Plymouth Select DK 1 Knitted Knocker in Cascade Ultra Pima and Cloudborn Fibers Pima Cotton DK Light Trails by Suvi Sivola (SuviKnits) in Anzula Haiku in the Madam colorway   Barb is working on: Colourwheel DK 1 Ball Scarf, using a Sirdar Colourwheel in the Perfectly Pretty colorway Hermione's Everyday Socks by Erica Leuder using Canon Hand Dyes sock set Get the Groove by Hinterm Stein, using Valley Yarns Northampton Worsted in the Denim Heather colorway Burgos vest by Rosa Pomar, using Diamond Galway Worsted Knitting Wool Highland Heather   Tracie cast on: Davis pullover by Pam Allen, using Berroco Remix Chunky in the Pepper colorway   And is working on: Knitted Knockers in Cascade Ultra Pima and Cloudborn Fibers Pima Cotton Vanilla Socks in Canon Hand Dyes William Merino in Waterworld Sock Set   BOOKS Barb read: His Last Wife by Gia Pere - 3 stars Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus - 4.5 stars   Tracie read: Still Just a Geek: An Annotated Memoir by Wil Wheaton - 2 stars - 4 stars for substance and 1 star for format The Briarmarsh Close Killings by Gaynor Torrance - 3 stars Summer Sisters by Judy Blume - 2.5 stars   Tracie recommends The Gleener for excellent, battery-free sweater shaving  

How Does Gratitude Help Us Communicate with Animals? (Pam Allen-LeBlanc, Ep. 195) Do you feel like your animals are communicating with you? Pam Allen-LeBlanc is a master in Animal Communication and Animal Reiki. We talk about the importance of animals in our world and how gratitude plays a role in our connection and communication.  Pam Allen-LeBlanc is a scientist, a businesswoman, and a Licensed Reiki Master Teacher with the International Center for Reiki Training.  She is the author of "The Reiki Business Book" and a co-author of ICRT Animal Reiki training.  Pam teaches Reiki, Animal Reiki, and Animal Communication online and in-person in Canada, the US, Australia. You can contact her at pam@reikifromthefarm.com Website: www.reikifromthefarm.com  Podcast:  https://reikifromthefarm.buzzsprout.com/  Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/reikifromthefarm/  Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/hiddenbrookfarmReikiHorsesOils  YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW5ScR7ObSiPIpgnDkWkiQA  DVD mentioned:   Canada https://www.amazon.ca/Animal-Planet-Jane-Goodalls-Animals/dp/B0018PH3IS    US https://www.amazon.com/Jane-Goodalls-When-Animals-Talk/dp/B00308BAPS/ref=sr_1_5?crid=3AU1R2972X4U1&keywords=when+animals+talk&qid=1670876585&sprefix=when+animals+talk%2Caps%2C193&sr=8-5    Wake Up With Gratitude Resources: Free Gratitude Meditation download: http://bit.ly/GratitudeLoveLetter  Check out other episodes the podcast: https://wakeupwithgratitude.com/pages/podcast  More freebies here: https://campsite.bio/juliecmboyer https://www.tiktok.com/@juliecmboyer

Recorded Thursday, September 22, 2022 Book talk begins at 18:55 Sweater KAL - 9/1/22 - 1/15/23! Sweater KAL Chatter - rules are at the top of each page 12 in 22 Chatter Thread Lambtown 2022 Virtual get-together Zoom KNITTING Barb finished: Mother Bears 264, 265, 266 Polobello by Josee Paquin, using Juniper Moon Zooey in the Sloop colorway Bankhead Hat #20 by Susie Gourley, using scrap yarn Tracie finished Mother Bears 292 - 297 Barb continues to work on: Irish Hiking Scarf by Adrian Bazilia, using Plymouth Encore Tweed in the Red colorway And has cast on: Socks for Will, using Berroco Comfort Sock in the Party Time colorway Choose Your Gnome Adventure MKAL by Sarah Schira, using Plymouth Encore in the Red, Blue, and Cream colorways Cristallo pullover sweater by Knitting for Breakfast, using Valley Yarns Granville, in the Neutral and Mineral Green color ways Tracie continues to work on: Moon of My Life by Nadia Crétin-Léchenne adapted by Celia McAdam Cahill for a man in worsted weight yarn - in Universal Yarns Uptown Worsted in Granite and Berroco Vintage in Cotton Candy Cinna Top by Ksenia Naidyon, in 5 colors of Alchemy Silken Straw Tracie has Cast On: Davis pullover by Pam Allen, using Berroco Remix Chunky in the Pepper colorway Choose Your Gnome Adventure MKAL in Serendipidye, The Dye Project, and Madelinetosh Silk/Merino Vanilla Sock in Canon Hand Dyes in the William Merino Waterworld Sock Set   BOOKS Barb read: The Weight of Night (Glacier Park Mystery #3) by Christine Carbo - 4.5 stars An Almost Perfect Murder by Gary C. King - 3 stars The Cuban Affair by Nelson DeMille - 3 stars Tracie read: The English Teacher by Lily King - 3 stars The Murderer's Son by Joy Ellis by Joy Ellis - 3 starts The Writing Class by Jincy Willitt - 3.5 stars A Carnival of Snackery (Diaries 2003 - 2020) by David Sedaris - 3.5 stars      

In this episode, Colleen & Robyn talk with Pam about Pam's book “The Reiki Business Book”, Animal Communication and Animal Reiki classes with whales.  Bio Pam Allen-LeBlanc is an ICRT Licensed Reiki Master Teacher with a B.Sc. in Agriculture and an MBA.  She teaches online, and in-person Licensed Holy Fire® III Reiki classes, ICRT Animal Reiki classes, and Animal Communication in Canada, the United States, Australia, and the UK.  Pam is the author of “The Reiki Business Book,” one of the co-authors of the ICRT Animal Reiki course, has authored several articles in Reiki News Magazine, and leads the popular Reiki from the Farm™ podcast. The Reiki Business Book is available through Amazon and all other major retailers.  She lives in Canada with her husband, Pierre, 12 horses, and four dogs.  Pam can be reached at: Wedsite: www.reikifromthefarm.com Email: pam@reikifromthefarm.com Colleen and Robyn can be reached at: ReikiLifestyle.com Contact Colleen: colleen@reikilifestyle.com Facebook: @reikilifestyle Instagram: @colleenbenelli Contact Robyn: robyn@reikilifestyle.com Facebook/Instagram: @robynbenellireiki

In Season 2, Ep 13 of the Best Boss Ever podcast, Christine interviews Pam Allen, soon to be CEO at MD Management.  Pam talks about her best boss that thoughtfully reflected when she brought ideas and opportunities to the table.  When she asked for what she wanted, he gave her confidence, allowed her to play big and gave her the space to build her role and her team.  They discuss how leaders need to be curious about their people, the theory of scarcity vs abundance and how great leaders want the best for you and multiply those around them.

Always wondered about Vancouver's steep real estate prices? In this episode, The Stone Sisters interview Pam Allen, an award-winning real estate agent based in Vancouver. Pam grew up in the prairies and was an integral part of the real estate market in Regina for 21 years before deciding to swap 40 below weather for sunshine and cherry blossoms in Vancouver, BC.Pam gives us a thorough breakdown of the different neighbourhoods in Vancouver, and the current prices and availability of homes in each area. The Stone Sisters and Pam talk about the various transportation options available to commuters in the Greater Vancouver area and how this can have a positive effect on a buyer's housing options. Pam gives us a rundown on new development projects in Vancouver and how they may affect the quality of life for residents. Want to connect with Pam? Head to her website.To learn more about the Stone Sisters or to get in touch, visit www.stonesisters.com

The recent war between Russia and Ukraine has stoked fears that the situation could escalate into an all-out nuclear war. This has many wondering, what would a large-scale modern nuclear war look like? We know about radiation. But how would a conflict affect the weather, agriculture, and even the climate in the long-term? Cheryl Harrison, Assistant Professor with the Department of Oceanography & Coastal Sciences at LSU, was asking herself the same question. She and other researchers ran multiple computer simulations on the environmental impacts of potential nuclear war. She joins us today with their conclusions.  And, last week, the National Federation of the Blind met in New Orleans for its 2022 convention. Not only is the annual meeting the largest gathering of blind people in the world, but it also serves as a space for training, support, and decision-making for the blind community.  Last Friday, we learned of a documentary screening about a team of blind cyclists tackling the world's toughest bike race. Today, we dive deeper into the mission behind the National Federation of the Blind Convention, as Louisiana Considered's Alana Schreiber speaks with Pam Allen, President of NFB-Louisiana and Executive Director of the Louisiana Center for the Blind. Today's episode of Louisiana Considered was hosted by Adam Vos. Our managing producer is Alana Schreiber and our digital editor is Katelyn Umholtz. Our engineers are Garrett Pittman, Aubry Procell, and Thomas Walsh.  You can listen to Louisiana Considered Monday through Friday at 12:00 and 7:30 pm. It's available on Spotify, Google Play, and wherever you get your podcasts.  Louisiana Considered wants to hear from you! Please fill out our pitch line to let us know what kinds of story ideas you have for our show. And while you're at it, fill out our listener survey! We want to keep bringing you the kinds of conversations you'd like to listen to. Louisiana Considered is made possible with support from our listeners. Thank you! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ICRT Licensed Reiki Master Teacher program with Karen Harrison and Pam Allen-LeBlanc. Learn about the International Center for Reiki Training Licensed Reiki Master Teacher Training Program and how it can help you! This program is advanced study for those who are already teaching Reiki for at least two years.

(10/19/21) Chude Pam Allen and Robert Allen's new book Reluctant Reformers: Racism and Social Reform Movements in the United States, an updated edition of the latter's iconic 1974 title, explores the racism that drove the US political system from the early 19th century to the end of World War II. In addition to a forward by New York Times columnist Jamelle Bouie, this new printing includes a postscript describing the Black freedom movement of the 1960s and the central role it has played in the development of today's radical social justice movements. Join us for a conversation with Chude Pam Allen and the book's editor Steven Hiatt in this installment of Leonard Lopate at Large on WBAI.

Recorded on August 22, 2021 Book Talk starts at 24:52 Our annual Mother Bear KAL is on!  Any Mother Bear that you have knit or crocheted in 2021 is eligible to post in our FO Thread.  One post per bear please.  Please see all the rules and participate in the Chatter Thread. #2021MBKAL2KL Virtual get-together via Zoom on Saturdays, 12 noon  PST - Details here We will draw for the giveaway of Fredi Baker's Let's Shawl-a-Brate! pattern at the end of the episode. KNITTING Barb finished: Mother Bear 246 Bankhead Hat #17 Concrete Sunset Socks using WSK Aspen Sock in the Concrete Sunset colorway Tracie finished: Davis by Pam Allen in Juniper Moon Farm Zooey in Rigging colorway Barb is working On: That's My Jam by Steven Fegert, using a kit bought from Learning Men Fiber Arts, using their MCN blend Show Stealer. My Oasis pullover by Ririko, using Neighborhood Fiber Co. Rustic Fingering in the Conton colorway and Neighborhood Fiber Co. Rustic Fingering Gradients in Shades of Emerald Mimosa by Boo Knits, using Hazel Knits Artisan Sock in the Giddy Up colorway Architexture Cowl by Jennifer Weismann, using Leading Men Fiber Arts Box Office in the Blue Ink colorway She cast on: From Where You Were Plucked hat by Corrie Willard, using Knit Picks Stroll fingering in the Orbit Tonal colorway Vanilla socks using Knit Circus Greatest of Ease in the Electric Mayhem colorway Tracie doesn't want to think about: Tulip Tank Top by Purl Soho in Araucania Caña Ruca She has cast on: Party of 8 by Christie Archer in Leading Men Fiber Arts Diva in Blue Steel and Rowan Fine Art in Lapwing Octave by Dee O'Keeffe in Invictus Yarns Adventure Double Sock Blank in Hermie Oak Segue And she continues to work on: Vanilla Socks in Lollipop Quintessential Gripes Still Crazy Fiddly Bits Cowl by Jana Pihota, using Tracie's handspun from fiber by Woolgatherings Polwarth/silk BOOKS  Barb finished:  Happily Ali After & Other Fairly True Stories by Ali Wentworth - 3 stars The Girls Weekend by Jodi Gehrman - 3 stars Tracie Finished: What Doesn't Kill Her by Carla Norton Men to Avoid in Art and Life by Nicole Tersigni   Barb recommends Woodstock Chimes wind chimes 

Kathleen and Caroline LeBlanc explain what it's like to learn Reiki as children and how it's still relevant to them today.  Then we lead you in a meditation to help you offer Reiki sessions or classes to your family and loved ones.Pam's InformationClasses:  Information and Classes and Hidden Brook Farm full CalendarReiki from the Farm™ Website  Sign up for our newsletter and register for our free monthly online Reiki share!Reiki from the Farm™ InstagramReiki from the Farm™ FacebookHidden Brook Farm Youtube channelemail:  pam@hiddenbrook.caMeditation music Licensed from:Nate Miller https://www.emanate7.com/ and https://www.youtube.com/user/Emanate7thank you to Music from Pixabay for the intro music

The “Lights” are powerful frequencies of Divine energy that Holy Fire® Reiki brought to our awareness. Our group introduces them to you and explains how you can access them. We also share brief meditations with the light of courage, truth, peace, beauty, compassion and joy.In March, we have Licensed Usui/Holy Fire® III Reiki level 1&2 and Usui/Holy Fire®III Reiki Masters, Holy Fire®III Karuna Reiki and (non-licensed) Animal Reiki classes in the Australian Eastern time zone. These are evening classes in North America, the evening BEFORE the dates shown. Please join us if they speak to you.International Center for Reiki Training websiteHoly Fire Reiki® Brings Gifts of Lights articlePam's InformationClasses: Information and Classes and Hidden Brook Farm full CalendarReiki from the Farm™ Website Sign up for our newsletter email: pam@hiddenbrook.caRegister to attend our free monthly online Reiki share hereSocial media:Reiki from the Farm™ InstagramReiki from the Farm™ FacebookReiki from the Farm™ Youtube channelMeditation music Licensed from: Nate Miller https://www.emanate7.com/ and https://www.youtube.com/user/Emanate7thank you to Music from Pixabay for the intro music

Guest - Nichole Shabazz, Author and Award Winning Librarian Reading is the gateway to a world of knowledge. Research suggests that reading, especially in boys, wanes as children age. Pam Allen said “Reading is Breathing in. Writing is breathing out” and Mrs. C and Nikki discuss books and how to keep children interested for a lifetime. Resources: Engaging Boys of Color at the Library: Proven Strategies for Reading Achievement by Nichole Shabazz “Where Are the People of Color in Children's Books?” By Walter Dean Myer, New York Times, March 15, 2014 We Need Diverse Books To ask questions, be featured on an episode or for more information visit https://www.oaktreelearningcenter.com/podcast

In this podcast, we share our powerful Reiki share which included a Fire Ceremony & a meditation to help you find your life purpose. Please join us.Everyone is welcome to attend our free online monthly Reiki shares. Simply go to www.hiddenbrook.ca to register.Pam's InformationClasses: Information and Classes and Hidden Brook Farm full CalendarEmail: pam@hiddenbrook.caHidden Brook Farm WebsiteReiki from the Farm™ InstagramHidden Brook Farm FacebookHidden Brook Farm Youtube channelthank you to Music from Pixabay for the intro and meditation music

The Zoom where it happens! The National Federation of the Blind convention goes virtual for the very first time, allowing thousands of members to assemble virtually for what will potentially be the largest gathering of blind people across the nation. Join us as we hear the sneak peek of our upcoming convention, scheduled to take place from July 14-18, 2020. Special thanks to President Mark Riccobono, Pam Allen, Patty Chang, and NABS board members Kathryn Webster, Dustin Cather, Mausam Mehta, and Johna Wright. Created and produced by: Seyoon Choi and Nina Marranca Find the National Association of Blind Students on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/Nabspage/ Follow the National Association of Blind Students on Twitter and Instagram: @nabslink Are you interested in assisting in the planning and production of the NABS Now Podcast? Email Nina at: ninam0814@gmail.com and Seyoon Choi at: schoi09@outlook.com for more information.

President Riccobono delivers this month's presidential release before a live online audience for the first time. He discusses COVID-19 resources, advocacy efforts, virtual events, the national convention, and more. More than 800 members and friends listened in and many asked questions in the Q&A portion of the release, which was moderated by NFB's first vice president, Pam Allen. 

Seth and I are joined by the wonderful Dr. Corey and Pam Allen of Sexy Marriage Radio Podcast and Caleb and Verlynda Simonyi-Gindele of Only you Forever Podcast, and we all discuss ruts, the patterns and behaviors that get us stuck and feeling disheartened in our relationships. We also share our thoughts and ideas about simple ways to break free from the mundane!

Just like two yarns plucked from your stash and striped together to make the perfect combo, we've blended a mix of news, reviews, an interview, and knitting merriment for your enjoyment. As well as your favourite features, we're joined by the fabulous Pam Allen, founder of Quince & Co. So why not indulge your ears with over an hour of fun chit-chat, we're certain you'll feel the same happiness that you get from casting on a new WIP. Check out the Pom Pom blog for our Scheepjes giveaway!

    Knitting Segments Show-Ready Knits  Ripken by Melanie Berg   Here's a tutorial for the Crochet Hook Provisional Cast-On   Knits in Rehearsal   Vanilla Socks     Knitting News, Notes and Events   World Wide Knit in Public Day June 10, 2017   March Mowry Madness #MarchMowryMadness will run through April 30, 2017.     The PalKal is coming up this summer! Are you interested in sponsoring the biggest and best Kal for the Actually Knitting Podcast? Here is where you can find information about levels of Sponsorship.   Fill out this Google Form and I'll get in touch with you about sponsoring the KAL. The PalKal runs from June 1-September 1, 2017 and it is all about supporting podcasters who are designers, indie dyers, bag makers, etc.   Exciting News! Watch my social media feeds for information about some exclusive products coming from Suburban Stitcher and ChileKnitz!   Below is the painting that Connie is using for the color way inspiration.     Next planned Knitting Event: Zombie Knitpocalypse in June 2017       Knitting Talkback: Athleisure    Parody Video: Active Wear   Knitting Industry Blog    I was inspired by a recent issue of Knit Wear Magazine to delve into the topic of Athleisure in hand knits.   Interweave Blog: What's the Deal with Athleisure   The patterns I featured in this episode:   Marblehead Poncho by  Lana Jois   Rockport Vest by Allison Jane   Sturbridge Pullovery by Pam Allen   Dartmouth Pullover by Brandy Velten   Boxy by Joji Locatelli   Mae by Andrea Mowry    Kingston Tunic by Andrea Mowry   Sidewalk Sweater by Kate Oates   Ouisa by Christina Ghirlanda   Chloe Cardigan by Jo Storie   Still Light Tunic by Veera Valimaki    Listener Contribution: Cooldown by Alicia Plummer   I would love to hear your ideas for altheisure patterns in knitting! Go on over to the Ravelry group to tell us all about it.     Non-Knitting Segments Love it or Leave it   Love: Handwriting Tutorials   Leave: I hate 4th quarter!   Other News and Notes Running News I officially started training for marathon #2, The Chicago Marathon is October 8th, 2017.   I have been inspired to start doing a bullet journal for my running. Check out this post from Runner's World about using a bullet journal for running and other health tracking.   Some pics of my bullet journal are on my Instagram feed.   Books Finished Reading:      Finished Listening:    Currently Reading:     Currently Listening:   

Marci Deane talks with Pam Allen from RE/MAX Real Estate Services in North Vancouver, BC about her YouTube channel Pam's Picks and recent trends in the North Vancouver real estate market.

Pam Allen is the owner of Wear To Go Mobile boutique located in Piscataway, New Jersey. She sells vintage and high-end designer women’s fashion apparel. She runs the mobile boutique full-time and also provides personal styling, closet organizing and other services. PODCAST PLAYER iTunes // Stitcher // YouTube // RSS // Episode Archive IN THIS EPISODE YOU […] The post 053: How To Make Money At Your Launch Party + DOT Requirements For Large Vehicles appeared first on Start a Fashion Truck.

Sponsor: Loop is London’s leading local yarn shop, created by Susan Cropper in 2005, with the intention to bring the joy of colour, texture and design to the local fibre community. The shop itself is a warm, friendly place…full of inspiration and charisma, and you can see the care Susan has taken to create an inviting environment where folks can find the yarns they love and learn from the masters of their crafts…including Juju Vail, Jane Lithgow, Stephen West, Helene Magnusson, and Melanie Berg to name just a few. This past Fall Loop celebrated their 10th anniversary, and to celebrate they released their newest book aptly named, ’10’…featuring twelve gorgeous patterns from designers Meghan Fernandes, Stephen West, Rachel Atkinson, Paulina Popiolek, Donna Higgins, Kristen Kapur, Ysolda Teague, Juju Vail, Tif Fussell, Claire Montgomerie and Pam Allen. I’m a big fan of Susan’s eye for composition, with each pattern being beautifully photographed and knit in a color dyed just for Loop. You can find the book at Loop, their shop online and at a handful of lovely local yarn shops and some great news, you can now find the e-book version of ’10’ on Ravelry. Loop has an extensive online shop in […]

Sponsor: Loop is London’s leading local yarn shop, created by Susan Cropper in 2005, with the intention to bring the joy of colour, texture and design to the local fibre community. The shop itself is a warm, friendly place…full of inspiration and charisma, and you can see the care Susan has taken to create an inviting environment where folks can find the yarns they love and learn from the masters of their crafts…including Juju Vail, Jane Lithgow, Stephen West, Helene Magnusson, and Melanie Berg to name just a few. This Fall Loop celebrated their 10th anniversary, and to celebrate they released their newest book aptly named, ’10’…featuring twelve gorgeous patterns from designers Meghan Fernandes, Stephen West, Rachel Atkinson, Paulina Popiolek, Donna Higgins, Kristen Kapur, Ysolha Teague, Juju Vail, Tif Fussell, Claire Montgomerie and today’s guest, Pam Allen. I’m a big fan of Susan’s eye for composition, with each pattern being beautifully photographed and knit in a color dyed just for Loop. The Meandering Shawl by Stephen West is on my list to make this Winter. You can find the book at Loop, their shop online and at a handful of lovely local yarn shops. Loop has an extensive online shop in […]

I’m very excited to share the twenty-sixth episode of the Woolful podcast. This week we get to meet a woman who many of you have heard of because of her incredible pursuits in the fiber community, Hannah Fettig of Knitbot. Sponsor: I wanted to thank one of our sponsors for this week’s episode, Stash, a local yarn shop based in Corvallis Oregon. The owner, Sonia was a very early supporter and encourager of the podcast and it’s been so great to get to know her a bit and watch all the positive energy she puts into her shop and fiber community. When in the Corvallis area, make sure to visit and you can find more info at stashlocal.com. And you don’t want to miss a pretty special event coming up, Black Sheep Gathering, a fiber festival in Eugene Oregon June 19-21. Stash will be there with a selection of special yarns and fibers from some of their favorite PNW indie dyers. So make sure to mark this on your calendar and find Sonia and her gang of Stash Enhancers. Fiber folk: I first got to know Hannah last year when we sponsored each other’s podcasts, her’s being the infamous knit.fm with Pam Allen. I quickly […]

Featuring Head Softball Coach Jane Grebner and Former Asst. Pam Allen

Thank you to Spring Retreat Sponsors:   Quince & Co Ewe-nique Yarns The Fiber Universe  Peddler’s Way Quilt Co Klose Knit Yarn Geek Fibers Prairie Bag Works  Sun Vally Fibers  Ogle Designs  A Riot of Color  Knit4Together The Blend   We are looking forward to seeing our Knitting Pipeline Retreat friends next week! The weather forecast looks good.   You should have received an email on Friday with information on the Yarn Crawl, Break Out Sessions, and more.     Winner of Home: 18 Knittable Projects to Keep you Cozy by Pam Allen is announced on the show and on the show blog.     There is a review of Taste of Nomad by Nomad Yarn Shop.  There is a giveaway thread in the Knitting Pipeline Group on Ravelry for a free 3 month subscription!  Haste ye back!    

Episode 147: Vest Practices What's off the needles? Modern Mangas armwarmers Composed mitts Quynn Arkanoid Milo Rocket Pop Fructose What's on the needles? Tillie by Pam Allen from Home Hiiumaa Mismatched Mates socks by Nancy Bush (Knitting on the Road)... --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/stash-and-burn/message

Pam Allen spells out the latest Supreme Court anti union ruling in Harris v Quinn”. Everyone should be concerned about this decision. Listen to Nurse Talk at www.nursetalksite.com

It has been a custom at People’s Church to engage in a ritual to remember those among us who have died in the past year. In addition, Bob Friedel will reflect on his Vietnam days and Reverend Pam will bring a homily and her farewell to People’s Church. You’ll especially enjoy the music.

Please join us for this unique service, blending our beloved rituals of inspirational words and music with the annual gathering of our congregation to conduct the business of the Church. We will celebrate the vitality of People’s Church and—in keeping with our democratic, free-faith tradition—cast votes and make decisions for our dynamic future. We combine the service and annual meeting this year so that all may participate in the celebration luncheon hosted by the Combined Campaign Committee and attend the important presentation afterwards by The Reverend Barbara Child, our Ministerial Settlement Representative, who will inform the congregation about significant matters in the search for the next settled minister of People’s Church.

Faith statement from Unitarian Universalist Ministry for Earth: Our UU faith compels us to promote policies that build sustainable and just responses to the effects of climate change. We honor the sacredness of all of creation, recognizing our place within—not separate from— the web of life. Come join us for a call to renewed commitment to Mother Earth and Father Time. During this service, we’ll pledge our commitment to the Annual Operating Fund and the Keep Feeding Our Flame capital campaign.

At this service we will hear different perspectives on the great work People's Church has recently done, and why it's important to keep going in support of our future.

This service is about trying to balance both work and fun in shared ministry.

Many in our UU history have made sacrifices to preserve their religious ideals. What is the cost of free religion today?

Longtime church members will talk about People's Church's history, and share some of their thoughts and experiences with the congregation.

The struggle is not over. What can we draw from the vision and power of trailblazers to protect civil rights today?

Often we do not choose change or welcome it, especially when it so often involves loss. Yet, we can all name life-changing benefits that came out of unanticipated changes in our life plans. Following the service will be the first all-church transition meeting.

Shared ministry? The power center? Identity? Growth in numbers, growth in spirit? Community outreach? How is People's Church affected by these dynamics? What are the key factors that ministers in search will be looking for?

What are the secrets of the seasons? How are we affected by the changing colors and skies? What is the spiritual thread that binds us to the wonder and mystery of the seasons of our lives? David Isaacson will also participate in this service.

Radical hospitality in the age of the Benedictine monks was not about serving tea. It was and is a risky and revolutionary way of living that challenges our natural compulsion to avoid connection with people we don’t know so well. What treasures might we uncover as we hear some of the practices of radical hospitality? Rochelle Habeck Hunt will help with this service.

When friends or family ask what you believe, what do you say? Do you have a handy “elevator speech,” meaning that you could express the core of your belief systems in the time it takes for the elevator to go from the first floor to the sixth—without getting tongue tied? If they are intrigued and want to know more, do you have a deeper explanation? I will share something of my current beliefs, and we will hear “elevator speeches” from some of our members.

Comfort Shawl, Variegated yarn terms complete show notes are at www.knittingpipeline.com. This show by sponsored by my Longaberger Home Business and Quince & Co. The winner of KnitBot Essentials by Hannah Fettig...and signed by Hannah Fettig and Pam Allen is announced!  There is an outtake on today’s show after the theme music for those who like a little extra laughter and chatter.  Melanie Gall Knitting All the Day CD Bronwyn is having surgery. Desmoid Tumor Research Foundation--overview of what they are.  If you want to participate in a surprise for Bronwyn send an email to me.  See show blog for address for cards. Pipeliner Notes  Prairiegl: Hiya Hiya has some free patterns on their site Needle Notes  Bronwyn FO’s Woobie Puppy and Lotus Scarf, Crinkle squares and Gratitude Shawl We want to rename Amy Beth of The Fat Squirrel Speaks.  To us she is The Foxy Squirrel. Memphisholli  responded to my challenge of finding a suitable design for the yarn from Camp KIP and asked a question Is it variegated or self-striping? In a broader sense perhaps you could talk about different colored yarns and how you know how to describe the color, variegated, gradient, self-striping, etc. and things to look for in a pattern to handle those color variations. We use the term variegated for any multi-colored yarn.  Within this wide category are many smaller subsets.  The Knitter’s Guide to Hand-Dyed and Variegated Yarn by Lorna Miser. Product Notes Podcatcher apps Podcaster (Brownyn uses) .99 Downcast is $1.99 Downcast has great features.  Easier to add podcasts to your subscribe list. Instacast used to be a great app but has not worked well since they updated it.  I was happy with it until the upgrade and have now deleted it and switched to Downcast. Kensington Keyfolio Pro Kensington KeyFolio Pro 2 Removable Keyboard, Case and Stand for iPad 2 and New iPad (K39512US) $67.99 (was $59.99)  Case and keyboard combo.  Great value since cases alone run at least $40. Bluetooth, Long battery life, Nice touch to the keys. Could have a better manual but we both highly recommend getting this for your iPad. High Note/Low Note  Paula High Note:  Frequent Flyer Miles Low Note: June Bug Bronwyn  Low Note: Poor customer service. High Note: Support of friends and family. Haste ye back!

Pipeliner tips, Needle Review Update show notes at www.knittingpipeline.com This show by sponsored by my Longaberger Home Business and Quince & Co. Leave a comment on the show blog under Episode 89 or 90 by May 23 to be in a chance to win a copy of Knitbot Essentials, signed by designer Hannah Fettig and Quince owner and renown knitter/designer Pam Allen.  KnitBot Essentials by Hannah Fettig  Thank you for your iTunes reviews and star ratings! A wonderful review showed up this week from desertflower105.  Thank you so much for your encouragement.   Pipeliner Notes  Thanks for the wonderful tips!  These are found on the show blog. Nature Notes  Many of you wrote about your sightings of black squirrels which appear to have populations scattered across the country.  They are a variant of the gray squirrel so they behave the same way. A marauding band of four teen male turkeys attacked our windows. 10th Annual Potholes and Prairie Birding Festival:  The Chieftain Hotel and Conference Center  June 13-17 Carrington ND  Fly into Fargo or Bismarck or and easy hop from Mpls (2 hours).  Bill Thompson, Julie Zickafoose and other expert guides.  Visit www.birdingdrives.com Martha/Goldybear wrote on the board that experts think it will be a good year for butterflies.  We are not experts but judging from what we have seen so far this year we have made the same observation.  During our Sunday hike in Forest Park Nature Preserve we saw Red Admirals (lots!), Eastern Comma, Mourning Cloaks, Spring Azures, and random Skippers. Needle Notes  Leaaline asked, Paula, what is your FAVORITE quince and co. Yarn? Answer: I love them all but have a special fondness for Chickadee and Tern because I more often knit with lighter weight yarns. Hyla Brook will be released in June.  Calls for 2 skeins of Quince & Co Tern which is a fingering weight wool/silk blend.  442 yds fingering weight.  This shawl is completely reversible and has no purl stitches! Lil Bit by Laura Linneman.   Koigu Beaded Beret by Churchmouse Yarns and Teas  I am not thrilled with the end result but I had a ball knitting it!  The Blethering Room A new rule for buying yarn: sweaters worth or one more skein than first impulse. If I don’t like the yarn enough to commit to more than one or two skeins then maybe I don’t like it enough to buy it.  (please feel free to quote me on this, especially if you see me buying yarn somewhere!) Vodka Lemonade by Thea Colman/Baby Cocktails Stockinette Zombies HiyaHiya Size 5 16” circular had a card for knitting a hat in sizes from baby to adult large.  Chiagoo Red Lace Circular Needles.  I buy HiyaHiya and Chiagoo at Ewe-nique Yarns in Morton IL.  They are happy to ship your order.  309.266.9398 High Note Talking to the Sun: An Illustrated Anthology of Poems for Young People Metropolitan Museum of Art c. 1985 Shira Kammen Wild Mountain Thyme Music of Waters  www.magnatune.com Haste ye back!

Breezy Cardigan, The Russian Join Sponsored by Quince & Co and my Longaberger home business.  complete show notes at www.knittingpipeline.com To enter the giveaway for Knitbot Essentials, signed by Hannah Fettig and Pam Allen, please leave a comment on the show blog.

Organizing your queue, Charr and Bronwyn visit This show by sponsored by my Longaberger Home Business and Quince & Co. Wool 3 has just been released with gorgeous new designs! Show notes at www.knittingpipeline.com  A special welcome to new listeners from A Playful Day Podcast.  Thank you Green Triangle Girl for the interview and for sending new listeners my way. Charr and Bronwyn are joining me today in The Blethering Room.  We had some faulty brain synapses and we are blaming that on our Post Camp KIP Let Down.  Also I had the mic too close to the computer so there is some background noise today that I normally don’t have.  Grosbeaks are back and also the White Throated Sparrow! Franklin the Wild Turkey is pecking on the windows. Camp KIP organized by Jackie of the Positively Overcommitted Podcast Good Reader $4.99 app Thank you, Dorothy, for the tutorial! Brenda Castiel aka Goodstuff gave a talk on designing. Paula’s projects at Camp: Breezy by Hannah Fettig Quince & Co Tern Boothbay Blue. KnitBot Essentials by Hannah Fettig  (We are giving away a copy of the book signed by Hannah Fettig and Pam Allen…details coming soon!) Skyp Ribbed Socks by Adrienne Ku McHenry Hat by Susan B Anderson Interweave Knits Holiday Gifts 2011 and $5.50 individual pattern.  KathieR very nicely told me that the patterns are separate $5.50 each or the e-mag is $7.49 from Interweave. Paula inspired by Effortless Cardigan knitted by Astrid Purls (link to Angela’s project page); Wingspan by maylin Tri'Coterie Designs; Beaded Pi Shawl by Karen Woolen Warrior and Mary/KnitAdmin’s Pi Shawl; Liesl by Ysolda Teague.  I’ve knitted two of these but I liked Allison’s version in longer length with long sleeves; Koigu Beaded Beret by Church Mouse Yarns and Teas knitted and worn by Angela of Fleur de Fiber.  Great way to use left-over sock yarn is it calls for 175 yds; Haruni by Emily Ross  Bronwyn’s Projects at Camp: In Pursuit of an Illusion by Woolly Thoughts; Gratitude Shawl by me.  KAL with The Fat Squirrel Speaks Podcast Bronwyn’s Camp Inspiration: Glenda Wrapped in Stars by Mary aka KnitAdmin; Royale by Glenna C. worn by Gretchen aka maplemom  Charr’s Projects at Camp: Piper’s Journey by Paula Emons-Fuessle; Simple Skyp Socks by Adrienne Ku Charr’s door prize fiber was from The Thylacine and the spindle is unmarked (no wonder she couldn’t remember the name!) so we assume it is from them also. Charr's inspiration: Sock Yarn Blanket by Shelley Kang, Capitol Knits by Tanis Gray We talk about organizing your queue on Ravelry.  Thank you, Thumperina/Tracy!

Piper's Journey KAL begins, Ten Stitch Twist This show is sponsored by Quince & Co, Peddler’s Way Quilt Co, and The Fiber Universe. I enjoy your feedback, comments on the blog, and questions. Feel free to write to me at Paulaef@aol.com or on Ravelry as PrairiePiper. Knitting Pipeline Retreat! Bronwyn the Brave is keeping a list of those registered for the retreat. The list is posted on our Knitting Pipeline Group on Ravelry. March 2-3, 2012 (Friday night and all day Saturday) Crossroads United Methodist Church, 1420 N Main St., Washington IL 61571 $50 for all or $40 for Sat only. Includes Fri nite meal, light breakfast on Sat, and Saturday lunch Make check payable to Paula Emons-Fuessle: Mail to: Knitting Pipeline Retreat, PO Box 549, Washington IL 61571 Pipeliner Notes: Dorothy’s letter last week struck a chord with many listeners.  Chris left a message about her sighting of a barn owl. Karebot has a great conversation starter. What would you do during a zombie apocalypse? A correction from last week’s show: (Thank you spinsjal!) Joshua Tucker is a massage therapist, NOT a physical therapist. Read Wendy’s note on our board with another side to the issue. Nature Notes: Last Friday we awoke to dense fog which was not an auspicious beginning to our Snowy Owl Expedition.   We made it to the Emiquon Wetland Preserve and saw quite a few American Bald Eagles. We also saw Snow Geese! There were thousands of them flying in ribbons as far as we could see down the waterway. Funky and Aizome did see Snowy Owls in Minnesota! I have not given up yet and there is always next year. Featured Nature writer: John Madson Where the Sky Began: Land of the Tallgrass Prairie. 1982 To make a prairie it takes a clover and one bee, One clover, and a bee, And revery. The revery alone will do If bees are few. --Emily Dickinson Needle Notes: Yarn recommendations for socks (that will wear well). Traci (4 girls) Lorna’s Laces Shepherd Sock, Woolen Rabbit Harmony, Opal. Prairiepoet: Blue Moon Fiber Lightweight Socks that Rock. For the record, I have tried duplicate stitch (Swiss Darning) and do not like it for the tight gauge of socks. I read a letter from JudyBee who is knitting Kevlar into her bullet proof socks! Even Charlene Schurch was impressed!  Ten Stitch Twist by Frankie Brown took a little over a month to knit using stash yarn.  Spirals are soothing and relaxing even when there are short rows involved. Project notes are here.  The Blethering Room: Article about Pam Allen Piper's Journey KAL begins!  This is my first published pattern and I'm thrilled.  Thanks for your encouragement and support! In the Pipeline Oops from last week! I have done more cowls than I thought. Kilkenny Cowl by Pam Allen is one of Emily’s favorites. Spectra by Stephen West. 2 Knit Lit Chicks KAL Watching…Downtown Abbey…we have a giveaway from Roman Hills! They have a stunning and very clever Downton Abbey Line with colorways named for the characters. Leave a comment below to be entered into a drawing for a skein of the Dowager Countess. What is a weekend? Thank you, Roman Hills! You have until Feb 21 to leave a comment on the show blog. www.knittingpipeline.com. Listening: The Paris Wife by Paula MacClain. I’m falling behind in podcast listening. Reading: Finished Zombies Don’t Cry: Book One in a Living Dead Love Story. By Rusty Fischer Last week I said it was funny. Right after that it was not so funny. It was sad. Birds of a Feather by Jacqueline Winspear Book 2 in Maisie Dobbs series. Goat Song: A Seasonal Life, A Short History of Herding, and the Art of Making Cheese. Recommended by Alisonc. Bob Dylan was inspired by the Robert Burns tune featured at the end of this episode. It is sung by Shira Kammen from A Celebration of Robert Burns. www.magnatune.com Thanks for listening! Haste ye back! complete show notes are at www.knittingpipeline.com

Kilkenny Cowl by Pam Allen, Stripe Study Shawl by Veera Valimaki, and Chambered Nautilus Tam by Elizabeth Zimmermann are featured in Needle Notes.  Pipeliner tip, talk about goldfinches and their nesting and feeding habits, and a visit from Franklin.  complete show notes and photos at www.knittingpipeline.com.  Thank you to Quince &  Co for sponsoring this episode. www.quinceandco.com.   Quince & Co yarn was used for all projects in this episode.    

Kathy interviews Pam Allen from Classic Elite Yarns. Kathy & Pixie finish the Mystery Bag KAL (Running Time 27:58)