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Best places to visit in Holland beyond its capital
February 20 by Sarah Lee
When I say Holland you may think of canals and cheese, windmills and dykes, but it's a country that moves far beyond stereotypes. Holland has an overwhelming number of cultural attractions from historic landmarks to modern art. And with many cities and towns located within a small area, plus a great transport network, it's very easy to explore many of the best places to visit in Holland in one trip.
This guide to Holland's attractions highlights its destinations by heritage, colour, atmosphere, delicious dishes and restaurants and relaxing places to go to. Finally, we detail places to stay, how to travel to Holland and how to get around.
During our time there, we were based in the rather cool city of The Hague. Only 30 mins from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol this city by the sea was a great place to start. From here we were able to explore other cities in Holland such as Haarlem, Gouda – which lends its name to the famous cheese, and the city of canals, Leiden. However, our first journey to discover Holland's cultural cities and regions took us two and a half hours away – north to the city of Groningen.
I have to confess to finding it odd that Groningen is little explored, even among some Dutch people I spoke to. They seemed to cast it aside a little (even if jokingly) because its northern location put it at an extreme. Granted, it is closer to the border with Germany than Holland's capital, but a two and half hour journey from the cities of the south is no reason at all to give this gem a miss.
Where to find Holland's heritage: Groningen, Haarlem and The Hague
Historic attractions in Groningen
Hope in Haarlem
The art of The Hague
Holland is atmospheric
On the water in Leiden
Colourful places to visit in Holland
Groningen region is full of colourful culture
Colour on the coast
Delicious dishes and Dutch eats
Say cheese in Gouda
Something fishy by the sea in The Hague
Where to eat in Groningen
Relaxing places to go in Holland
The heritage of the Pilgrim's Houses
How to get to Holland
Getting around in Holland
Plan your trip to Holland
I felt this even more so after being able to explore Groningen's attractions on a guided tour. The first thing that struck us, as it did in most towns and cities we visited in Holland, was the sheer volume of bicycles. In Groningen 61% of locals ride a bike, it is clearly environmentally friendly and great for the physical health of residents, but it stands in stark contrast to what we are used to, and you do have to keep your wits about you as you wander around the city.
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Still, it didn't stop us wandering the city on foot – first stop: the 17th century Martini Tower. At 97 metres high it is the fourth highest tower in Holland, however, its name has nothing to do with the well-known Italian drink, but is instead named after Saint Martin.
To get to the top, I took a breathless climb up a winding staircase of 260 steps, but the view over the town was worth it. Part way up I also saw the huge bells of the tower, and a giant drum of a cylinder organ, that plays a number of tunes like the Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy across Groningen, adding charm to the city.
Martini Tower is connected to Groetekerk, the city's main church, and sits on the edge of Grote Markt, its main square. Right across the square, we discovered perhaps less holy, but equally unusual treasures – three bars, known as De Drie Gezusters, or The Three Sisters. Three different bars but they are all linked together on the inside.
They were very atmospheric and showed off the long and proud heritage of Groningen. In one we found seating and tables that resembled a 1930's train carriage. It was all very reminiscent of the classic film Brief Encounter and one of the more unusual places to go in Holland.
The decór blended beautifully with the individual themes of each bar with rich reds and mahogany in the darker corners and then next-door revealed vibrant yellows and blues as the stained glass on the ceilings lit up the room.
Elsewhere in the city, we explored more of its heritage. In the city's Jewish Quarter where an art project memorialises the lives of Groningen's Jews who were forced from the city and many of whom died during the Holocaust.
The street Folkingestraat in the centre of Groningen between Vismarkt to Zuiderdiep was the centre of the Jewish quarter until 1942 when 2,450 local Jews were deported, and another 300 the following year.
Today, there is an art installation along Folkingestraat with brass crescent moons and full moons in the cobbled street symbolising an eye to represent the fact that many of Groningen's residents saw what was happening but turned a blind eye.
As you wander the street, you also find that among a host of boutiques and cafés there are brass cobblestones like you might see in other cities in Europe (especially in Germany), with the names of the people who lived there that were deported from the city.
It's a moment for reflection on this sad history before you reach the end of the street where a poignantly a dark painted door symbolises both that the residents of Groningen closed their doors on the Jews in the 1940s and also that this chapter of history is now closed.
We learned more about the history of Dutch Jews in the city of Haarlem a few days later. All I knew about Haarlem before was that it lent its name to the New York neighbourhood of Harlem. Yet, while they share a similar name, the look and feel of the Dutch city was quite different.
Our introduction to Haarlem Holland was the magnificent Amsterdamse Poort, once the gateway into the city via the ancient and long departed city wall.
As we dove deeper into Haarlem it revealed itself more and we were increasingly impressed.
Walking cobbled streets amidst ageless architecture, Haarlem's history and rich culture poured forth. We made a point to visit the Corrie Ten Boom House museum. During World War Two it was the family home of the Ten Booms, who sheltered those hiding from the Nazi secret police, the Gestapo.
In February 1944 the house was raided and the family and many friends arrested, the Nazi officers though missed four Jewish people and two resistance fighters who hid silently for two days within a wall cavity in the house. Over seven decades later we looked on at the confined space and were quite incredulous that six people could live for two days in such a small space. It was an emotional reminder of a once terrible period on our continent.
Most of Corrie's family died in captivity. However, Corrie survived Ravensbrück concentration camp, and over the years travelled the world telling her story and promoting peace and understanding across cultures and religions. It is a story that gives us hope and reveals the good in people, despite adversity.
There are guided tours of the Corrie Ten Bloom House between Tuesday and Saturday. The tours are free but you can leave a voluntary donation.
The Hague is a very cultured city, and there is nowhere better to start your explorations than at the Mauritshuis.
This 17th-century art museum is one of the foremost in the world and houses a revered collection of outstanding artworks. Its best-known masterpiece may be Johannes Vermeer's Girl with a Pearl Earring, but it is home to many more Dutch Golden Age artworks including Rembrandt's Anatomy Lesson of Dr Nicolaes Tulp plus his famous self-portrait; then there is The Goldfinch by Fabritius, and the jolly Laughing Boy, by Frans Hals.
Next to the Mauritshuis is the Dutch parliament building, the Binnenhof, the oldest parliament in the world, and it is worth a walk through to the Inner Courtyard to explore.
The Hague is also home to the Palace Noordeinde, which today is a palace to King Willem-Alexander.
From the atmospheric archways of Groningen to the cool streets of The Hague, Holland has plenty of atmosphere.
In Haarlem, we got a sense of a genuine Dutch city. As is common in Holland, Haarlem is closely associated with water – canals and the winding waterways of the River Spaarne traverse the city.
Arriving into the main square of Grote Markt, we took a coffee break at the relaxing and atmospheric Grand Café Brinkmann. A coffee house since 1879, the interior is an invitation to step back into history.
Whether you sit inside as we did, or outside and look out over Grote Markt, where the 14th-century cathedral of St Bavo dominates, it is a chance to take in Haarlem's quaint old-fashioned surroundings.
But perhaps our most atmospheric experience was in Leiden. The picturesque city that revealed itself as one of the most interesting places to see in Holland.
The birthplace of artist Rembrandt, Leiden has 27 kilometres of canals that wind around the city and we took a boat trip with Bootjes & Broodjes to check out the scenery from the water. Our guide gave us a running commentary as we sat back and relaxed with a bottle of prosecco for the journey while taking in the landmarks and landscapes.
From the quiet calm of the waterside, the city slid by in a huddle of skinny Dutch houses. We were also fascinated by the sheer number of locals living on houseboats and even refurbished old ships on the canal.
We also enjoyed an atmospheric evening in Groningen. We were there for the annual Museum Night when the city's five major museums – the GRID Grafisch Museum, Groninger Museum, Nederlands Stripmuseum, Noordelijk Scheepvaartmuseum, and Universiteitsmuseum open to the public from 7pm until after midnight.
The event allows an insight into the visiting exhibitions and permanent collections and is enhanced by the imaginative use of music, workshops, and more. It now counts as one of our favourite things to do in Holland, so get dates for the next event into your diary.
Due to time constraints, we were only able to get to the Groninger Museum, but what a fabulous evening we had amid its kaleidoscope of colour. Heading down a brightly coloured staircase to the lower floor we were met by a large group of people dancing to a quiet beat at a silent disco – a great introduction to this creative and fun evening.
The museum's main collection charted the colour-packed genre of Groningen's avant-garde movement, De Ploeg that developed in the city in the early 20th century, which was inspired by Vincent van Gogh's expressionism.
It was packed with paintings and prints of angular figures dancing on colour packed canvasses. People milled around enjoying this vivid exhibition, but the real talk of the event was upstairs with David LaChapelle's visiting exhibition, Good News for Modern Man, containing more than 70 pieces of his work.
His bold use of colour and innovative, often-controversial imagery, grabbed our attention and the exhibition showed the range of the artist who is now as famous for his striking social statements as he is for his celebrity portraits.
Museum Night was a fantastically colourful and creative night and something well worth going to Groningen to experience.
The next day, we explored the province of Groningen and headed to the countryside. Approximately 30 minutes outside of the city in the relaxing village of Houwerzijl, we visited De Theefabriek, the only tea museum in Holland. The colourful museum and tearooms are housed in a former church and we thought it was cuteness personified.
De Theefabriek has over 300 types of tea and tea related products. But it is also a delightful location to take a refreshing break in which to enjoy a cuppa and delicious pastries.
The village of Houwerzijl isn't a large place with extensive attractions, but De Theefabriek was worth the drive from the city.
A little further on from Houwerzijl we wanted to see the vibrantly painted boathouses at the fishing village of Zoutkamp. We set the sat-nav to take us to Reitdiepskade where we found ourselves at the pretty marina – surely one of the most photographed places in Holland.
To be fair there really isn't much to do at this spot the colourful buildings were lovely and if you're looking for a great spot for your next Instagram shot, this is it.
Back in The Hague, we hit the coast and one of the best places to visit in Holland for those that love being by the sea, Scheveningen. Not only did its golden sands invite us to join the locals and soak up a little of the early autumn sunshine, but its 382-metre long two-tiered pier has a whole host of attractions. There is a Ferris wheel from which you can view the surrounding area (we did so with a bottle of Prosecco for the ride), then for the adventurous, there's a bungee jump dropping you right over the North Sea.
But our favourite attraction was actually underneath the pier where its supporting columns have been painted in a rainbow of colour that reflects on the beach where it meets the tide.
What would you expect to eat in Holland? We had no idea what amounted to traditional Dutch dishes beyond stroopwafels and cheese. But we found the country's restaurants impressive and whole cities dedicated to great eats.
Gouda – a city known around the world for its cheese production – is replete with charming canals, a historic centre, boutiques and nice eateries.
In the heart of Gouda is the magnificent city hall – a fairytale-like building with quaint red and white window shutters. The building dates back to 1450, and it is a standout monument among many monuments in this historic and atmospheric city centre.
Around the corner, we discovered another striking feature of Gouda, Sint Janskerk (St John's) church, which, at 123 metres is the longest church in Holland. However, it is its 72 stained glass windows that make it such an attraction for visitors.
Back in the square, we found numerous restaurants around the outside, but then this is an area well known for its food. It's here that local cheese producers come during the week to sell big wheels of Gouda, each Thursday from 10am to 1pm between April and August.
We did visit the Gouda Cheese House where we discovered that it comes in many forms, from vintage to truffle flavoured goats cheeses and even unusual cheeses like black lemon and psychedelic ones made of basil, tomato and lavender.
We bought a number of cheeses to take home, then headed off for lunch where we discovered another tasty speciality. At De Zalm brasserie in the market square, we sampled Gouda cheese soup, a rich hot and tasty bowl that was like a Dutch fondue.
One very unexpected dining experience we had was one of Holland's most traditional. In the heart of The Hague, we stopped at a food stand and looked on in awe as locals picked up raw herring by the tail and whopped them whole into their mouths, with a pelican-like gulp.
This Dutch delicacy, a soused herring – raw, boned and soaked in a mild preserving liquid, then sprinkled with a good helping of raw onions is a regional speciality.
And it actually surprisingly tasty – as long as you're a fan of raw fish – and a big part of Dutch culture.
Elsewhere, The Hague's food brought more surprises, but this time of culinary delight. We sampled other great (this time cooked) fishy dishes at Catch by Simonis and enjoyed a fantastic evening meal at Waterproef just a few doors down in Scheveningen's marina.
The following day, between the city of Groningen and Zoutkamp, we dined at Piloersmaborg restaurant near Den Ham. We were told it was the former home of local nobility, however, today it is a highly recommended restaurant.
Piloersmaborg is in a country house built in 1633 in a beautiful rural location, reached by a tree-lined roadway, it was an oasis of tranquillity. Our heads pivoted in every direction as we gazed upon old relics, ancient furniture, antique clocks and ageless rooms as we took this short tour through the building's history.
Lunch itself was an occasion, not just a delicious meal. The dining room was charming, the service first rate and the food divine.
We had a six-course meal which included leeks in vinegar with pink peppers, late summer salad with vegetables, barbecued lamb shank precooked in hay and served with spelt, tomato broth with seaweed and langoustines, goat cheeses with brioche and sorrel sauce, and sorbet with plum sauce and curds. These flavoursome dishes were accompanied by prosecco and a variety of quality wines.
Afterwards, we met with chef and owner Dick Soek and learned a little more about his delicious culinary creations and the history behind the Piloersmaborg restaurant. We were delighted to let him know how much we enjoyed his food and our relaxing day there.
Groningen had other relaxing areas too. Back in the city we came upon Prinsenhoftuin or Prince's Garden, a renaissance style walled garden, started in the 17th century, and named after a prince that lived here.
It was a relatively small, but very peaceful retreat in the city centre. It has herb and rose gardens and an interesting windowed area where each year open-air poetry readings take place.
In the centre of the city is the historic Pilgrim's Houses, or as it is locally known the 'Pepergasthuis'. We visited on a Sunday morning walking in through the gates on Peperstraat and another world of tranquillity is revealed. Behind these ancient walls is the accommodation, built in 1405, for pilgrims visiting the Church of St Martin which claims to have an arm of John the Baptist.
Today the former Pilgrim's Houses are available to rent and the former dining room is hired out for wedding services.
Despite us finding so many things to do in Holland, we still made time to relax. In The Hague, we found many quaint and quirky cafes and bars to relax and refuel in. Then one evening we indulged in some real pampering and headed to the spa. A short walk from our hotel was Caesar Fitness & Spa Resort.
As we hadn't booked in advance and turned up only three hours before closing we couldn't book a treatment, however, we enjoyed a few hours relaxation in the swimming pool, Jacuzzi, five saunas and steam room. For those new to the saunas in Holland, no swimwear is allowed, but a towel is used for sitting on or to wrap yourself in.
In Groningen, we stayed at the Designhotel Asgard. Our third-floor room was modern, airy and very spacious, with a balcony from which you could take in the city's rooftops over a morning coffee made with the extensive tea and coffee making facilities in the room.
A modern hotel, the Asgard also has solid environmental values, with environmentally friendly materials used and produce for their hearty breakfasts sourced from local producers and farms.
In The Hague, we stayed at the boutique Hotel Indigo Palace Noordeinde. A former bank it radiates charm and subtle refinement.
The reception staff were extremely helpful and friendly and that attitude earmarked our stay at this lovely hotel. Nicely decorated, our room was spacious and had a five-foot safe, within which was a smaller, practical in-room safe, plus tea and coffee facilities, nibbles, and a free mini bar.
The bed was very comfortable and each night we enjoyed fabulous sleep, while the bathroom had Rituals toiletries, a walk-in rain shower and thick fluffy towels. I would have preferred to have wardrobes rather than an open rail for hanging clothes. But, in all other respects, the hotel was first rate.
There are plenty of flights from the UK and US which serve Holland …
There are plenty of flights from the US and UK which serve Holland, flying into Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. There are direct flights to the capital from 165 destinations around the world and access from over 500 destinations through its global network of partners.
Holland is very easy to travel around, and with many cities within easy reach of the capital, and each other, it means you can see much more in a short space of time.
Driving in the country is very easy, with well-signposted highways and broadly good driving on the roads making it a breeze. We did, however, find parking a little complex at times, so allow extra time to find a space and metres. In some locations like Haarlem, they have automatic number plate recognition to manage parking, but you must pay for your parking
Holland has an extensive, affordable rail network on Nederlandse Spoorwegen's bright yellow and blue trains.
Most trains have free Wi-Fi. An OV-chipcard can save you up to 40% on off-peak fares but be careful to check in and out at the right places
You can check rail works on the company's website before you travel, and for travel planning use Google Maps or 9292 which includes details of travel by bus, metro and train.
Use this map to help plan your trip to Holland.
We travelled to Holland with Expedia and Visit Holland and were free to write about whatever we enjoyed.
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If you don't already have these ingredients and want to make a batch, I recommend shopping for them at ethnic markets– the quality is usually up to snuff but the prices are much lower. I scored a huge bag of cardamom pods from an Indian market for next to nothing, and most of the rest are from the section of my local grocery where the Mexican spices are kept (like this ginger). Cardamom is typically sold ground or in the pod– for this recipe, you'll need to crush some of the brittle pods and pick out the little black seeds.
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Note: The pink peppercorns are pretty mild, and contribute more to the appearance of the tea than the flavor. They're not interchangeable with black peppercorns, so if you can't find them, be sure to omit them entirely instead of making the substitution.
A honey-sweetened mug of this tea is perfect on a chilly winter day, and a jar of this mixture makes an excellent gift for the host or hostess of a holiday party. If you make a batch, let me know what you think!
I'm busy planning out my baking schedule and knitting at full speed over here, so I probably won't be back until after the holidays. Stay warm, everybody.
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Both players will sign five-year deals to remain with the Twins.
FORT MYERS, FLA. – The previous two times the Twins negotiated long-term deals for players who were not yet eligible for free agency, they were rewarded with 125 home runs, 66 saves, a Gold Glove and three All-Star appearances, all at bargain prices.
Now the Twins are betting that they have spotted more great values on their own young roster.
Max Kepler and Jorge Polanco have agreed to lengthy contracts with the team, sources with knowledge of the transactions confirmed Thursday, and will sign Friday. In doing so, Kepler, who turned 26 Sunday, and Polanco, who will do the same in July, will lock in life-changing earnings at the cost of delaying their eventual free agency by a year or two.
The Twins, meanwhile, absorb the risk of injury or ineffectiveness but position themselves to reap potentially huge and budget-friendly rewards, just as they did with those contracts to Glen Perkins and Brian Dozier.
Kepler will receive at least $35 million over the next five seasons, and the Twins can choose to tack on 2024 for an additional $10 million. Polanco will earn at least $25.75 million in five seasons, and the Twins will have options to pay him another $10.5 million for 2024 and $12 million for 2025.
It's a lot of money, but it's less, perhaps substantially less, than they would earn if they continue to progress as they have to date. That savings, and the certainty that two of their starters will remain under contract at reasonable salaries well into the next decade, is the benefit the Twins calculate they can expect in return.
And there might be another, harder-to-quantify benefit to awarding long-term deals: peace of mind.
New Twins manager Rocco Baldelli experienced it when his own playing career was just beginning. After two brilliant seasons in 2003-04 (and another spent sitting out with knee and elbow injuries), Baldelli accepted Tampa Bay's offer of a six-year contract that guaranteed him $6 million and offered the possibility of $26 million more.
Baldelli collected only the guaranteed money, because a mitochondrial disorder in his left leg cut ended his career in 2010, but it was more than he would have earned without it. Now he will benefit, he said, by managing players who have that similar stability for years to come.
Kepler, who would have been eligible for free agency after the 2022 season, had previously agreed to a $3.125 million salary for 2019. That number will now nearly double to $6 million under his new deal, with $250,000 raises each year from 2020 to 2022. His salary jumps to $8.5 million in 2023, and the Twins can either trigger an option for $10 million for a sixth season, or pay the German outfielder a $1 million buyout.
Polanco's new contract pays him just over $3.583 million this season, a pay hike of more than $3 million over the MLB minimum. The Dominican shortstop, who also would not have reached free agency until after 2022, will receive a raise of $250,000 next year, $500,000 in 2021, and salaries of $5.5 million in 2022 and $7.5 million in '23. The Twins can pay him a $10.5 million salary or a $1 million buyout for 2024; if they keep him, they can also add a $12 million salary or a $750,000 buyout for 2025.
In both cases, the option-year salaries increase if the players win Gold Gloves or are named All-Stars, as Perkins and Dozier were. Kepler and Polanco are also the first players to be under contract to the Twins beyond 2019.
It's a total commitment of $60.75 million to the pair. But if Kepler, who has hit at least 17 home runs in each of his first three major league seasons, and Polanco, who has 98 extra-base hits in 288 games, blossomed into All-Stars, they could conceivably reach free agency and command far higher salaries.
The Twins made no announcement of the agreements but did schedule a Friday morning news conference. Chief Baseball Officer Derek Falvey said earlier this month he would like to have more such announcements.
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Biografia
Figlio o nipote di Don Francesco Greco (?), un maestro di strumenti a fiato che prestava servizio al Conservatorio della Pietà dei Turchini e al Conservatorio dei Poveri di Gesù Cristo, Gaetano Greco studiò in quest'ultima scuola sotto la guida di Giovanni Salvatore e Gennaro Ursino e nel 1678, appena ventenne (?), vi diventò assistente (mastriciello) all'insegnamento.
Nel 1696 ricevette la nomina di maestro di cappella della famosa scuola di musica, carica che mantenne fino alla morte, per essere poi sostituito dal famoso Francesco Durante. Tra i suoi studenti poté annoverare grandi nomi della scuola musicale napoletana: Giuseppe Porsile, Nicola Porpora, Domenico Scarlatti, Leonardo Vinci e tra i suoi ultimi allievi Giovanni Battista Pergolesi. Verso la fine del Seicento fu inoltre nominato Maestro della Fidelissima Città in sostituzione di Francesco Provenzale, posto che conservò alternandosi con Domenico Sarro.

Greco fu uno dei maggiori e influenti maestri della scuola napoletana. Egli infatti contribuì profondamente allo sviluppo della musica partenopea, nonostante il ruolo determinante che giocava Alessandro Scarlatti nello scenario della Napoli a cavallo tra Seicento e Settecento. Per quanto concerne la sua attività compositiva si occupò principalmente della musica per strumenti a tastiera, nella quale seppe distinguersi per le sue melodie e i suoi ritmi vivaci. Le intavolature per cembalo sono i suoi lavori più noti, tra i quali spicca maggiormente il brano Partite sopra il ballo di Mantova.

Fonti manoscritte per clavicembalo

Napoli, Biblioteca del Conservatorio di Musica "S. Pietro a Majella" [I-Nc]

ms. 33.2.3 (olim Mus. Strum. 2850): cc. 83r-133r, Intavolature per Cembalo / Del Sig.r D. Gaetano Greco / 1762 [«Rafaele Rossi P.ne»]; cc. 134r-225v, Intavolature del Sig.r Gaetano Grieco; contiene anche i Partimenti di Rocco Greco (cc. 1r-82r)
ms. 33.2.8 (olim 45.1.64), cc. 1v-162v, Intavolature p(er) Cembalo / Del Sig:r / Gaetano Greco
ms. 33.2.9 (olim 45.1.65), [frontespizio di mano ottocentesca] Partimenti di Greco Gaetano / Greco Gaetano - Miscellanea di Composizioni / strumentali (Danze - Sinfonie - Partite / con Partimenti, Bassi numerati, Cadenze, ecc.)
ms. Mus. Strum. 74 (olim 22.1.22), ms. datato 1716: cc. 27r-32v, Intavolatura Del Sig.r Gaetano Greco; cc. 34r-40v, Toccata per cembalo Del Sig.r Gaetano Greco; cc. 41r-46v, Toccata per cembalo Del Sig.r Gaetano Greco; cc. 90r-93r, Ballo di Mantua Del Sig.r Gaetano Greco; insieme a composizioni di A. Scarlatti (Toccate varie), Francesco Durante (1 Toccata), Gaetano Veneziano (1 Fuga), Francesco Mancini (2 Toccate), Arcangelo Corelli (1), Salvatore Tori (1), Domenico Galasso (2)
ms. Mus. Strum. 2851 (olim 46A.1.8), Intavolature per Cembalo / Del Sig:r D: Gaetano Crieco [sic]
ms. 20.2.14 [olim 16.8.8 (1-2), deinde Rari 1.6.15D, post Rari 1.9.15], cc. 1r-38v, Tuoni Ecclesiastici / con li loro / Versetti [in basso a destra] Originale / Di Gaetano Greco; cc. 39r-49r, Introduttioni per Cembalo, et / Organo / Sopra Varij Tuoni

Bruxelles, Bibliotèque Royale Albert I [B-Br]:

ms. F 6240, Intavolature per il cembalo / Del Sig.r Gaetano Grieco

London, British Library [GB-Lbm]:

ms. Add. 14248 cc. 40r-69v,  Intavolature per Cembalo / Del Sig.r Gaetano Grieco

Repertori

VIOLETTA RIZZO, Le composizioni di Gaetano Greco (1657ca.-1728). Ipotesi di catalogo tematico, in Fonti musicali in Italia. Studi e ricerche, vol. 5, 1991, Bari, Levante Editori, 1993 («CIDIM/UNESCO - Società Italiana di Musicologia»), pp. 157-212: 174-212

Edizioni moderne

JOHN SOUTH SHEDLOCK, Selection of Pieces Composed for the Harpsichord by Gaetano Grieco, London, Novello, 1895: «Moderato», «Moderato-Allegro», «Moderato-Allegro-Allegretto», «Lento-Allegro-Vivace»
MARIO VITALI, Clavicembalisti italiani, Milano, Ricordi, 1918: «Aria di ballo»
TERENZIO GARGIULO - GUGLIELMO ROSATI, Clavicembalisti italiani, Napoli, Simeoli, 1938: «Andantino». Facsimile del Ms. A 400 della Biblioteca del Conservatorio di "S. Cecilia" di Roma, a cura di Alexander Silbiger, New York, Garland, 1987
GAETANO GRECO, 15 Toccate, a cura di Friedrich Lippmann, Lucca, Libreria Musicale Italiana, 2012 («Fondazione Arcadia. Musiche italiane del Settecento», X)

Bibliografia specifica

DOMENICO ANTONIO D'ALESSANDRO, Uno sconosciuto libro di messe di Gaetano Greco, in La musica a Napoli durante il Seicento, Atti del Convegno internazionale di studi (Napoli, 11-14 aprile 1985), a cura di Domenico Antonio D'Alessandro e Agostino Ziino, Roma, Torre d'Orfeo, 1987, pp. 529-537
FRIEDRICH LIPPMANN, Sulle composizioni per cembalo di Gaetano Greco, in La musica a Napoli durante il Seicento, Atti del Convegno internazionale di studi (Napoli, 11-14 aprile 1985), a cura di Domenico Antonio D'Alessandro e Agostino Ziino, Roma, Torre d'Orfeo, 1987, pp. 285-306
IMMACOLATA ROSSETTI, Le sonate in stile toccatistico di Gaetano Greco. Introduzione ed edizione critica, tesi di laurea, Università degli Studi di Bologna, Anno Accademico 2003-2004
FRIEDRICH LIPPMANN, Gaetano Greco, un maestro di Domenico Scarlatti ?, in Domenico Scarlatti: musica e storia, Atti del Convegno internazionale di studi (Napoli, 9-11 novembre 2007), a cura di Dinko Fabris e Paologiovanni Maione, Napoli, Turchini Edizioni, 2010, pp. 57-72

Bibliografia generale

SALVATORE DI GIACOMO , Il Conservatorio dei Poveri di Gesù Cristo e quello di S. Maria di Loreto, s.l. [ma Palermo], Sandron, 1928, pp. 87, 97-99, 146-148, 160-162
DINKO FABRIS, 'voce' Greco, Gaetano, in The New Grove Dictionary of Music and Musicians, 2ª ed., a cura di Stanley Sadie e John Tyrell, vol. 10, London, Macmillan, 2001, pp. 326-327
FRANÇOIS-JOSEPH FETIS, 'voce' Greco, Gaetano, in Biographie universelle des musiciens et bibliographie générale de la Musique, 8 voll., Paris, Firmin-Didot, 1866-1868, vol. IV, p. 92
RAFFAELE POZZI, Osservazioni su un libro contabile del conservatorio dei Poveri di Gesù Cristo in Napoli (1673-1678), in La musica a Napoli durante il Seicento, Atti del Convegno internazionale di studi (Napoli, 11-14 aprile 1985), a cura di Domenico Antonio D'Alessandro e Agostino Ziino, Roma, Torre d'Orfeo, 1987, pp. 625-641
VIOLETTA RIZZO, La figura di Gaetano Greco nella tradizione dei conservatori napoletani. Stato della ricerca e prospettive di lavoro, «Nuova Rivista Musicale Italiana», XXVII, 1993, fasc. 3, pp. 375-386
LUIGI RONGA, Lezioni di storia della musica, 2 voll., Roma, Accademia Nazionale dei Lincei, Bardi, 1991, vol. II, p. 646
CARLO SCHMIDL, 'voce' Greco, Gaetano, in Dizionario Universale dei musicisti, Milano, Ricordi, 1887-1890, 2ª ed. in 2 voll. 1928-1929, vol. I, p. 659, supplemento, Milano, Sonzogno, 1938, p. 377
LUIGI FERDINANDO TAGLIAVINI, Riflessioni sull'arte tastieristica napoletana del Cinque e Seicento, in Musica e cultura a Napoli dal XV al XIX secolo, Atti del Convegno internazionale di studi (Napoli, 17-18 settembre 1982), a cura di Lorenzo Bianconi e Renato Bossa, Firenze, Olschki, 1983 («Quaderni della Rivista Italiana di Musicologia a cura della Società Italiana di Musicologia», 9), pp. 141-144

Voci correlate
 Scuola musicale napoletana

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Thanks to art, instead of seeing one world, our own, we see it multiplied and as many original artists as there are, so many worlds are at our disposal, differing more widely from each other than those which roll round the infinite and which, whether their name be Rembrandt or Vermeer, send us their unique rays many centuries after the hearth from which they emanate is extinguished.
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Windows XP: The final countdown
Support for Windows XP has now ended. Businesses need to look seriously at migrating their remaining systems
by: Stephen Pritchard
Inside the enterprise: By the time you read this, support for Microsoft's Windows XP will have ended.Of course, most people using Windows XP computers won't notice a change. XP-based PCs will not stop working.Rather, Microsoft ending support means the end of updates and, especially, the end of software patches. Microsoft will also no longer answer support queries related to the ageing OS. (Microsoft sets out what end of life means here - albeit in an article aimed at consumers.The main risks around XP's end of life fall into two camps: security, and reliability. Over time, unpatched systems and those that have not had updates will become less reliable, as other parts of the IT systems "stack" move on.
Over time, this could leave users of XP systems facing a growing risk from hackers and cyber criminals.
Compatibility with newer versions of applications is not guaranteed, and nor is the ability to work with browsers, or add-ons such as Java and Flash. And Microsoft will no longer fix any flaws in XP code.This is inconvenient, but it is more serious still when it comes to IT security. Windows XP will no longer receive security updates under Microsoft's "Patch Tuesday" system.Over time, this could leave users of XP systems facing a growing risk from hackers and cyber criminals. There is speculation in the IT security industry that hacking groups have been storing up Windows XP vulnerabilities for use now Windows XP has come out of support.Watchful eye At the very least, companies using Windows XP should be more vigilant about their IT security, and watch older systems with care. The UK's data protection authority, the ICO, has warned that companies running XP could be more vulnerable to data breaches, and should act promptly to ensure sensitive data is secure.At the very least, IT managers should make sure that third-party anti-virus and firewall applications are installed and up to date on XP machines: third party AV software will still run. Sophos, for example, has said it will continue to provide updates for XP versions of its security software until September 2015.But this is no long, or even medium, -term solution. For some use cases, such as desktop or laptop PCs, businesses do now need to move to replace XP-based computers.If they have more complex systems, such as custom applications that run in Internet Explorer 6 a common reason for sticking with XP then it might be appropriate to look at a solution, such as running IE6 (or XP) in a virtualised environment, while working out how to update the relevant code.For "embedded" systems, and dedicated hardware or other controllers running XP, the situation is more complex still. The UK government recently negotiated a support extension for Windows XP with Microsoft, at a cost of over 5m. That is unlikely to be an option for most companies.The first port of call should be the software or specialist hardware vendors, to see if their technology can be moved to another platform Windows 7, or Linux perhaps and if not, whether there are any contingency plans for support.But businesses of all types should quickly audit where they are running XP, and move to replace it. This really is the end of the road.Stephen Pritchard is a contributing editor at IT Pro.
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Here you find all information you need for your arrival and stay during Shenzhen.
Travel to Shenzhen Getting to the fairground Accommodation Attractions in Shenzhen Visa application Contact
Travel to Shenzhen
By train, bus or by air, Shenzhen is easily accessible from within China and from overseas.
Via Hong Kong:
Visitors can access Shenzen by taking the High Speed Rail from Hong Kong West Kowloon Station. The journey takes around 30mins to reach Shenzhen Futian Railway Station. Click here to view the schedule and ticket prices.
Alternatively, you can take the MTR (subway) directly to Shenzhen Luohu station. Click here for further details.
Shenzhen has six railway stations serving domestic routes across China. Among them, Shenzhen Railway Station, Shenzhen North Railway Station and Futian Station are the most popular choices among commuters.
Shenzhen Railway Station
Also known as Shenzhen Luohu station, it is the gateway and the closest station to the Hong Kong border.
Shenzhen North Railway Station
One of the largest intercity railway stations of Southern China. From there you can connect with the High Speed Railway network to other parts of China.
Futian Station
It is the closest train station to Shenzhen city centre. You may transit on to the Shenzhen Metro from there to get to the fairground.
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport is located about 32 km from the city centre of Shenzhen. It is about 7 km away from the Shenzhen World Exhibition and Convention Center and only takes 15 minutes by taxi.
Getting to the fairground
Shenzhen World Exhibition and Convention Center
Shenzhen World Exhibition & Convention Center is located in the Baoan district of Shenzhen with easy access to local major transportation networks.
Address: Baoan District, Shenzhen, China
It is about 7 km away, only takes 15 minutes by taxi.
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Home > Nation > President pitches hard for Modis pet theme of simultaneous polls
President pitches hard for Modi's pet theme of simultaneous polls
IANS29 Jan 2018 9:15 AM GMT
New Delhi: The Modi government on Monday called for a sustained debate for a political consensus on simultaneous elections to the Lok Sabha and state assemblies, which it said was needed to avoid frequent polls that put a burden on economy and governance, and hamper development.
The call on Prime Minister Narendra Modi's pet theme came in the speech of President Ram Nath Kovind to members of both the Houses of Parliament in his customary address at the start of the Budget Session, his first after assuming office in July last year.
Outlining the government's plans for the coming financial year, Kovind also expressed the hope that Parliament will soon pass a Bill criminalizing triple talaq, stalled in the Rajya Sabha, which once enacted will "enable Muslim sisters and daughters to live a life of self-respect with courage".
In a 45 minute-long speech, the President also touched on the subject of internal security, claiming significant improvement in the situation with security forces doing a good job in the northeast, Jammu and Kashmir and in handling Maoist insurgency.
"Citizens alive to the state of governance in the country are concerned about the frequent elections in one part of the country or another, which adversely impact the economy and development.
"Frequent elections not only impose a huge burden on human resources but also impede the development process due to the promulgation of the model code of conduct. Therefore, a sustained debate is required on the subject of simultaneous elections and all political parties need to arrive at a consensus on this issue."
Referring to the triple talaq bill, the President said for decades, the dignity of Muslim women had remained captive to political cost-benefit.
"Now the nation has an opportunity to emancipate them. My government has tabled a Bill on triple talaq in Parliament. I hope that Parliament will soon pass it into a law."
On internal security in the country, the President said terrorist violence in the interiors of Jammu and Kashmir was directly related to cross-border infiltration.
"With better coordination, the Army, paramilitary forces and Jammu and Kashmir Police are giving a befitting response to the perpetrators.
"There has been a reduction in incidents of Naxal-Maoist violence. For this, the enlightened citizens of the region, our military, paramilitary and police forces deserve to be congratulated. We commend all our security personnel and pay heartfelt tribute to the martyrs."
He said the government had kept open the path of dialogue with those who wish to shun violence and join the mainstream while reposing faith in the Constitution.
Kovind said the government had also sanctioned over Rs 18,000 crore for the modernization of police forces.
The President also touched on Modi's New India initiative and said each citizen of the country had a role to play in "nation building".
"It is our responsibility to exhibit exemplary conduct before the nation. The completion of time bound goals towards nation building is our collective responsibility. Attaining these goals by 2022, when the nation celebrates the 75th year of Independence, would not only fulfil the dream of our freedom fighters and founding fathers but also strengthen the foundation of New India.
He said dream of a New India did not belong to one political party or organization but was an embodiment of the aspirations and expectations of 130 crore countrymen.
The President called on all citizens to work towards achieving the ideals of "equality and fraternity enshrined in our Constitution.
"Let us move ahead together in one direction with full commitment and energy towards creating a glorious India."
Committing the government to the welfare of weaker sections, he said the government was working towards strengthening social justice and economic democracy and to usher ease of living for the common man.
He said the government had taken up the strengthening of financial institutions on priority that resulted in India's growth rate remaining impressive despite global economic slowdown.
"During the first quarter of 2016-17, the economy witnessed a temporary slowdown in GDP growth. The second quarter of 2017-18, however, has seen a reversal of this trend. In the last three and a half years, the rate of inflation as well as government's fiscal and current account deficits have, on an average, shown a decline."
He also said the government was committed to doubling income of farmers by 2022, and agriculture mandis were being connected online to ensure remunerative price to the farmers for their produce.
"So far, agricultural commodities valued at about Rs 36,000 crore have been traded on e-NAM portal." he said.
By way of further strengthening economic democracy, the President said, under the Jan Dhan scheme so far about 31 crore bank accounts have been opened for the poor while under the Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojna about 10 crore loans have been sanctioned with over Rs 4 lakh crore worth of loans disbursed.
Declaring that the government was working actively and with sensitivity to remove the feeling of economic insecurity among the poor, farmers and senior citizens, he said under the Prime Minister's crop insurance scheme 5.71 crore farmers were provided protective coverage in 2017,
"More than 18 crore poor have been covered under the 'Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana' and 'Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana' and about Rs 2,000 crore has been paid out as claims."
As regards senior citizens, 80 lakh people benefited under the Atal Pension scheme.
The President said the government was sensitive towards the aspirations of every section of the society and has introduced a Constitution amendment Bill to provide constitutional status to the National Commission for Backward Classes.
He said the government was committed to empowerment and not appeasement and was making "intensive efforts for economic, social and educational empowerment of the minorities.
"Keeping in mind the objective of women empowerment, for the first time since independence, the restriction on women above 45 years of age to perform Haj pilgrimage unaccompanied by their male relatives has been removed. This year, more than 1,300 women are going on Haj pilgrimage without mehram (male guardian)."


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Happy Thursday! Is it just me or has this week literally flown by? I feel like I blinked and it was Thursday! Where did Tuesday and Wednesday go? In any case, I am excited to see all the great recipes, DIY projects, and tips you have to share this week! I'd especially love to see any ideas you have for crockpot or freezer cooking, but, as usual, the sky is the limit as long as your ideas are budget-friendly!
Thanks for the linky! Have a great weekend, Ruth.
I always get the best inspiration at Thrifty Thursday. Thanks for hosting!
I loved your post on saving money on utility bills, Ruth.
A few years ago we decided to reduce our temperature significantly…keeping our home between 62 and 64 all day long and going down a few more degrees at night when we're all tucked in cozy between our flannel sheets and comforter. With warm clothing and moving around we were plenty warm. If we sat for extended times at the computer we would get cold. I had a heater that I used in my crafting area when I sat for long periods. But, believe me…we saved significant money. It's been a few years so I can't tell you exactly. The most difficult part of this was going to work where it was too warm to wear clothing that was more than a sleeveless shell and a light jacket. I was generally too warm at work and the first bit at home was an adjustment….a good time to do the floors. Haha!!
I always look forward to this post each week. Link and Learn! Thanks Ruth!
Thanks so much for the Link Party Ruth -it's been fun doing this series with your help!
Thanks for another Thrifty Thursday. I linked "5 Ways We Saved This Week", but could probably save hundreds more ways by reading all these great posts!
Thanks for hosting! Yes, this week is flying along. Between snow days and sick days, I don't know what a normal week looks like right now.
You are not the only one, I was thinking this morning how much this week has flown by!!!
I am probably not linking up this week but adding your link up to my list of linkups for posts on Thursdays and I am totally going to check out your book, I have really been considering making some money through blogging and I just need to do it already instead of thinking about it.
Thanks for hosting. I been following for a few weeks and finally decided to link in. Love it! thanks!
How exciting to see my post "Using What You've Got On The Homestead" is being featured on the hop this week! Thinking outside the box when looking for something to fit a need can often result in repurposing something you already own, not only saving you money but also benefiting the environment by not buying something new. Love the hop, thanks for hosting.
Yes, it sure does seem like the week has gone by really, really fast. Thanks so much for hosting!
This is awesome! I grabbed a button and linked up. Thanks for the party!
This week is flying by, and so is this month… come on SPRING! Thanks for hosting, happy to link up today!
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It has become a tradition for some visiting breweries to partner with local establishments to showcase their excellent beers.
Even if you missed out on Great Taste tickets, you'll still be able to find many opportunities to sample some special beers all around Madison. Some of these events even feature breweries that are not able to join us at the Great Taste.
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So, we're supposed to get a fairly significant amount of snow around these parts tomorrow, and the Maine D.O.T. put out a subtle reminder on their Facebook page, that also happens to be in my top 5 vehicular pet peeves.
They wanted to remind folks, that when cleaning the snow off your car, you should also clean it off the roof. Truth be told, it's not illegal to have a giant pile of snow on your roof, but you really are setting yourself up for one of two potential hazards.
You will likely fall victim to, A) Having a fluffy pile that is blowing blizzard-y powder all over the place reducing the visibility of the cars behind you, maybe even icy chunks too, or B) The giant pile is going to slide off the roof and down onto your windshield, thus blinding you to everything in front of you.
Again, it's not against the law to have a snowy roof, but it is a crime against all the is good in the world. I've been behind cars where both scenarios listed above have happened.
The second is the worst, because when all that snow slides onto that person's windshield, they jam on the brakes and do everything possible to bring that car to a stop. And trust me, that can be quite abrupt.


From its source in the Slovenian mountains to its mouth into the Danube in Belgrade, the Sava River represents one of Europe´s ecologically and culturally most interesting lifelines. Along its total length of 944 km and total catchment area of 97,713 km2, the Sava River connects four countries and more than 8 million people who live in and from its catchment area. Large sections of the Sava River are still free flowing and extensive floodplains and alluvial forests have been preserved until the present day. The annual cycles of temporal flooding in winter and spring have shaped the face of this region and created rich cultural landscapes and strong traditions of the people living in harmony with their river.
The large natural floodplain areas in the middle section can store over 2 billion m3 of water, saving lives and properties in downstream towns such as Sisak, Slavonski Brod or Belgrade. These floodplains provide probably the most exceptional natural flood prevention system in Europe.
The outstanding ecological value of the Sava River - its oxbows, meanders and floodplain forests - has already been acknowledged. Five areas totaling 74,888 ha have been designated as Ramsar sites: Lonjsko polje and Crna Mlaka (HR), Bardača (BiH), as well as Obedska bara and Zasavica (RS). While most parts of the Sava River in Slovenia and Croatia have already been included in the EU Natura 2000 network, the river remains largely unprotected in Bosnia and Herzegovina and Serbia due to the lack of a coherent system of protected areas supported by national agencies.
A total of 49 highly important sites with respect to biodiversity were identified along the Sava, covering an area of 368,921.74 ha. However, there are huge scientific gaps regarding the ecological role and biodiversity of the Sava. On long stretches the river flows untamed and free and without any artificial limitations and thus provides typical riparian bird habitats, for instance for the Sand Martin (Riparia riparia) which breeds in steep walls, or the Common Tern (Sterna hirundo) nesting on gravel and sand islands.
The floodplains play a key role in regards to the biological diversity of the region. Temporal flooding makes the Sava´s floodplains a perfect feeding ground for several heron species or White storks (Ciconia ciconia) - which breed on nearly every roof in the riparian villages along the main river course. Rare European Spoonbills (Platalea leucorodia), which have been in dramatic decline in South Eastern Europe in recent years, still find feasible breeding grounds and good feeding conditions on the flooded pastures to raise their chicks.
What's more, Sava's catchment area hosts the largest network of alluvial forests in the Danube basin, primarily composed of English oak (Quercus robur) and ash (Fraxinus angustifolia). These forests provide habitat to important European breeding populations of the Lesser-spotted Eagle (Aquila pomarina) and the White-tailed Eagle (Haliaeetus albicilla), as well as for a population of the rare and shy Black Stork (Ciconia nigra).
Over centuries, people have adapted to the flooding: the Sava´s floodplains are characterized by rare livestock breeds, such as the Black Slavonian, the Krsko or the Turopolje pigs feeding in the floodplains and swamps along the river course. Even today, the traditional practice of breeding Posavina horses and cows in the open floodplain during most of the year is still in place. Old traditions and rituals are still being nurtured along the Sava and the villages along its course are characterized by typical wooden houses, with the ground-floors more or less unused to adapt to the natural pulse of the river. The Sava is the main symbol of regional identification for the people living along its banks. They have generated a rich variety of regional products, such as honey, cow cheese and regional pork products. Besides extensive agriculture, forestry is a main source of income and plays a key role in subsistence. Nature tourism has developed well in several locations along the river, as for example along Sava's upper reach in Slovenia, in the floodplains around Lonjsko Polje Nature Park in Croatia, and along major tributaries such as the Una River in Bosnia-Herzegovina. This might potentially turn into a main economic sector.
The Sava River is under attack from two sides: the integrity of the upper and middle section is threatened by new hydro dam projects while the lower part is at risk of regulations due to plans for a navigational upgrade.
There are 29 existing hydropower dams in the upper part of the river basin. These dams cause significant downstream problems through disruption of sediment flow resulting in river bed incision as well as surface and groundwater level decrease. Due to the lack of sediment, the river bed has already eroded up to 6 m in Zagreb and drinking water supply for over one million residents is at stake.
Despite these facts, nineteen additional hydropower dams are projected along the Sava alone and almost all tributaries are subject to further development plans. According to a recently developed project named "Zagreb on Sava", seven additional hydropower plants are to be built on the Sava between the Slovenian border and Sisak, along with a 34 km long bypass canal to divert flood waters around the Croatian capital.
The lower section of the Sava River is threatened by unrealistic inland waterway development projects which involve broad regulations of the still natural flow of the river in this section. An upgrade of the Sava navigation from class III to IV between Sisak and Slavonski Brod (2.5 m navigation depth) and from class IV to V between Slavonski Brod and Belgrade (2.5 m to 2.8m depth) is projected even though the river is barely used for commercial shipping (annual capacity: 400,000 tons) and alternative transport via the new highway and the railroad is available.
These navigation plans would lead to the complete deterioration of the Sava River: 106 new river training structures and 27 new embankments would have to be built in Croatia only, while 1.7 million m3 of sediment would have to be excavated in order to fix and deepen the navigation corridor. These constructions would destroy the meandering processes; river and floodplains would be further disconnected and old oak wood forests and oxbows along with its rare species, such as the Spoonbill colony in Krapje Đol (HR), would be sacrificed. Economic needs and benefits, as well as environmental and other costs of such projects have never been properly assessed. Nevertheless, these navigation projects are fully endorsed by the International Sava River Basin Commission and relevant water management lobbies.
No more hydro-power dams on the Sava River to be built, particularly in the lowland areas and NATURA 2000 sites.
Renaturation measures for the Sava in Slovenia in order to stabilize and enhance the population of the Huchen in line with the EU Habitat Directive.
The government of Slovenia to assure the urgent implementation of measures to mitigate downstream impacts of existing reservoirs, particularly concerning the sediment deficit and consequent river bed incision.
No upgrading of the existing navigation class – adapting the vessel to the river, rather than the other way around.
The EU not to finance projects that clearly violate respective EU directives.
The importance of the Sava River for navigation to be reassessed by an independent expert group (including NGOs) and alternative transport systems such as railways, pipelines and roads to be taken into account. A sound cost/benefit analysis to identify the environmentally and economically best solution for the transport of goods along the Sava corridor.
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President Kris Peerand opened the meeting at 10:05 a.m. She welcomed 2 guests: Joella Trupin and Jan Thoele.
The meeting began with Show & Tell, then Kris thanked the organizers of our display currently at the Orinda Library, and complimented them on a great job. She encouraged everyone who had not been to see it to go.
Treasurer's Report: Vilija reported a balance of $1,288.32, When we changed banks last year, Vilija had to open it in her own name. She reports that it has now been updated and is in the name of Diablo Weavers Guild.
Programs: Reba is continuing to work on programs. Our next meeting will be the annual Holiday Luncheon. It will take place Friday, December 8, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. The meeting will be at Vilija's home. Please bring a dish for the Potluck Lunch, and a small gift for the gift exchange.
CNCH report: Our liaison, Maureen Miller, had nothing new to report. We need to decide on our guild contribution to goodie bags for Convergence 2018. Susie Hodges offered to bring samples of past projects and she will bring them to the December meeting for a final decision.
Joan Anderson had a report on CNCH 2019 conference. It is Area 5's turn to host, but due to the wildfires in October, where 8 of their members lost their homes, they do not feel they are in a position to plan. The advisory committee is planning to organize the conference and have Area 5 handle some of the smaller jobs. The committee is researching places to hold the conference. One possible venue is Sonoma State, with a conference date in June 2019.
Next topic for discussion was Study Groups. CNCH has proposed that study groups be formed. See the CNCH website for guide lines and information. Several different types of formats for running a study group were discussed. The consensus was that Diablo Weavers run an in-house study group the first year, and as we develop experience, perhaps open the study group to others in CNCH.
Maureen Miller is willing to run the study group. Proposed topics are Summer & Winter, or Tied Unit Weaves.
After a break, we watched a video, "Coton Jaune: A Cajun Love Story. Acadian Brown Cotton". On conclusion of the video, the meeting adjourned.


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New Director for Iowa's UCEDD
Center for Disabilities and Development Announces New Director of Iowa's UCEDD
Derrick Willis assumes leadership of Iowa's University Center for Excellence on Developmental Disabilities
Derrick K. Willis, MPA, has assumed the leadership of Iowa's University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDD) at the Center for Disabilities and Development (CDD) within University of Iowa Health Care. For the past year, he has served as the interim director. Willis has been instrumental in helping lead and support the UCEDD's work in reaching under-served populations. He has played a key role in their diversity efforts and helping to lead their Money Follows the Person work as the associate director for the Iowa UCEDD.
Prior to joining CDD, Willis served as director of urban mission at the Institute for Human Development, Missouri's UCEDD, at the University of Missouri-Kansas City. Willis's background includes 32 years' experience working at local not-for-profits, state government, and higher education. Most of his career has centered on working with youth and families from diverse backgrounds living in urban communities. He brings experience in mental health, substance and alcohol abuse treatment and prevention, violence prevention, education transition, employment, and cultural competency.
"It is an honor as well as a privilege to be selected to lead an organization with such a rich history in leadership and service. I look forward to working with CDD and the team of dedicated professionals as we meet the lifespan needs of individuals with disabilities and their families," Willis says.
He is a past recipient of the Association of University Centers on Disabilities (AUCD) Multicultural Award for Leadership in Diversity and a graduate of the National Leadership Consortium on Developmental Disabilities. He currently serves on the AUCD Board of Directors and co-chairs the Multicultural Council for AUCD and is a member of the University of Iowa's Disability Planning and Action Committee.
Willis received his undergraduate degree from William Penn College and a Master's in Public Affairs with an emphasis in Nonprofit Management from Park University.
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