I found this today. It is a photo of the cherry tree walk in the Harris Garden at Reading University. This is the effect you get when the petals fall. pic.twitter.com/IWGPVaJ2JF
— Sue Lawrence (@sueelawrence) April 17, 2023
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Iain Barli
“A drink to the living, a toast to the dead.”
— Some guy.
“John Barleycorn” is a figure in English and Scottish folklore who represents the personification of barley and the alcoholic beverages made from it, such as beer and whiskey. In folklore, John Barleycorn is often depicted as a person who is subjected to various forms of mistreatment and violence, such as being crushed, ground, and fermented, before eventually being reborn in the form of alcoholic beverages.
The figure of John Barleycorn has been the subject of various poems, songs, and other works of literature throughout English and Scottish history. One of the most famous works about John Barleycorn is the traditional English folk song of the same name, which tells the story of John Barleycorn’s journey from a growing plant to a fully fermented alcoholic beverage. The song has been covered by many artists over the years, including the British group Traffic.
The legend of John Barleycorn is not widely known in the United States, but it does have some cultural resonance in certain regions and among certain groups of people. The legend is a traditional British folk song that tells the story of a man named John Barleycorn, who is personified as a personification of the cereal crop barley, which is used to make beer and other alcoholic beverages. Some breweries in the US have even named beers after John Barleycorn, as a nod to the traditional English roots of brewing. The legend of John Barleycorn also has some resonance in American literature and popular culture. The American author Jack London wrote a novel titled “John Barleycorn” in 1913, which was a semi-autobiographical account of his own struggles with alcoholism. The novel has since become a classic of American literature and is still widely read today.
Mint Julep University
Spoon University
Kentucky Derby Museum | Churchill Downs, Louisville Kentucky
Ingredients:
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- Fresh mint leaves
- Granulated sugar
- Crushed ice
- Kentucky bourbon whiskey
- Mint sprigs for garnish
Instructions:
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- Begin by placing about 6-8 fresh mint leaves and a teaspoon of granulated sugar into a sturdy glass or silver julep cup.
- Use a muddler or the back of a spoon to gently muddle the mint leaves with the sugar. This will release the mint’s essential oils and flavor.
- Fill the glass or cup halfway with crushed ice.
- Pour 2 ½ ounces of Kentucky bourbon whiskey over the ice.
- Stir gently to combine the ingredients and chill the mixture.
- Top off the glass with more crushed ice, filling it to the brim.
- Garnish your mint julep with a fresh mint sprig for aroma and presentation.
- Insert a straw and serve immediately.
University of Louisville: Bourbon Research
University of Kentucky: Daviess County Bourbon
The Kentucky Derby is typically run the first Saturday in May. Live TV coverage begins early in the afternoon. Post time is usually 6:57 p.m. ET (3:45 p.m. PT)
Readings:
Spoon University: How to Make a Mint Julep Worthy of the Kentucky Derby
Campus coffee shop offers discounts to students wearing derby attire
Jittery Joe’s Kentucky Derby Race Day Coffee
Gallery: Easter Bonnet Parades
Our Key Stage 1 Easter Bonnet Parade was full of colour, creativity, and big smiles today 🐣🌸 From chicks to chocolate eggs, the children’s designs were egg-stra special! 🐰✨ #EasterBonnetParade #KS1 #Easter pic.twitter.com/d6IbhllTLw
— St Peters Church of England Primary School (@st_peters_ce_) March 30, 2026
Our children loved showing off their Easter bonnets to the community on their way back from our Easter service at church today … what a wonderful way to finish our build up to Easter weekend in school #easter #EasterHolidays #RAS pic.twitter.com/3OfEyvXAnH
— Runcorn All Saints C of E Primary School (@Runcornallsaint) April 1, 2026
IA 2.1 – Well-being, Care, Support and Guidance Dosbarth Squirrels enjoyed showing off their Easter bonnets during a special Easter parade for parents! 📷📷
The children looked fantastic and were so proud to share their creative designs—da iawn pawb! 📷 pic.twitter.com/siWk2NjLr5— Gellifaelog Primary School (@GellifaelogPri) March 27, 2026
The children worked hard earlier in the week creating beautiful easter bonnets. We had fun showing them off in our easter bonnet parade today. pic.twitter.com/iScILKCNPR
— St. Serf's Nursery (@stserf_nursery) April 2, 2026
2029 National Electrical Code
Public input on the 2029 Revision will be received until April 9th. Over the next weeks and months — typically meeting twice a day every Tuesday — we will pull forward our previous proposals and draft original proposals relevant to the education and healthcare electrotechnical infrastructure of educational settlements. Link to Proposed Reorganization.
NFPA 70 2029 Revision Mike Anthony IEEE and Standards Michigan public input April 2026
Photo at 2723 State Street Office*
Mike was part of the National Electrical Code Quarter Century Club but was at another conference and not able to receive the award at the June conference. University of Michigan support began in 1993. IEEE support began in 2014.
*New Office (a short walk across the street) starting October 1: 455 East Eisenhower, Ann Arbor, MI 48108
Current Issues and Recent Research
Today we examine Second Draft transcripts of the Special Equipment Chapter 6 (CMP-12) and product inspection, testing and certification listings that appear Annex A (CMP-1).
Once every eighteen months we spend a week drilling into the National Electrical Code by submitting new proposals or comments on proposed revisions. Today we review the actions taken by the technical committees on the First Draft. Responses to committee actions will be received until August 26th.
Interconnected Electric Power Production Sources “Microgrids”
Southern Ice Cream
University of Mississippi Financial Statement 2023: $1.207B
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Demystifying the graduate school application process with our #nanoREU students @OxfordCreamery 🍦 pic.twitter.com/4HLda9lhSC
— Nikki Reinemann (@OleMiss_MBELab) July 15, 2024
US Department of Agriculture | § 58.2825 United States Standard for ice cream.
Southern ice cream often differs from ice cream in other regions of the U.S. in several ways, reflecting regional tastes, ingredients, and traditions:
- Flavors and Ingredients:
- Pecans and Pralines: Southern ice cream frequently incorporates pecans and pralines, which are popular in the region.
- Peaches: Georgia is known for its peaches, so peach-flavored ice cream is a Southern staple.
- Sweet Tea and Bourbon: These flavors are inspired by Southern beverages and can be found in ice creams.
- Buttermilk: Buttermilk ice cream has a tangy flavor and is a nod to traditional Southern cooking.
- Style and Texture:
- Custard Base: Southern ice cream often uses a custard base, which includes egg yolks, giving it a richer and creamier texture compared to the typical Philadelphia-style ice cream that uses a simpler cream and sugar base.
- Churned at Home: Traditional Southern ice cream is often made using hand-cranked ice cream makers, producing a different texture and incorporating more air, which can make it lighter and fluffier.
- Historical Influence:
- Cultural Heritage: The South’s diverse cultural heritage influences its ice cream, with recipes passed down through generations and reflecting African American, Native American, and European influences.
- Popular Brands and Shops:
- Regional Brands: Brands like Blue Bell, which originated in Texas, are particularly popular in the South and known for their classic Southern flavors.
- Local Shops: Small, local ice cream parlors in the South often offer unique, homemade flavors that highlight regional ingredients and traditions.
These differences highlight the South’s rich culinary traditions and how they extend even to sweet treats like ice cream.
University of Mississippi | Lafayette County
University Ave Pizza
Student Musicians Perform Backyard Concerts | University of North Dakota@UofNorthDakotahttps://t.co/mOy8oKr6Ke pic.twitter.com/X8gobawkrQ
— Standards Michigan (@StandardsMich) June 24, 2023
While there isn’t a universally standardized pizza that everyone agrees upon, certain types of pizza have become iconic and widely recognized. Some of these include:
Margherita Pizza: This classic pizza features tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella cheese, fresh basil, and a drizzle of olive oil. It’s named after Queen Margherita of Italy.
Pepperoni Pizza: Topped with tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, and slices of pepperoni (a cured pork and beef sausage).
Margarita Pizza: Similar to the Margherita, but without the basil. It typically has tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, and sometimes a drizzle of olive oil.
Neapolitan Pizza: This style originated in Naples, Italy. It has a thin, soft, and chewy crust with simple and fresh ingredients like San Marzano tomatoes, mozzarella, fresh basil, and olive oil.
New York Style Pizza: Characterized by its large, foldable slices with a thin and flexible crust. It’s often topped with tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese.
Chicago Deep-Dish Pizza: Known for its thick crust, this pizza has layers of cheese, toppings, and tomato sauce. It’s baked in a deep pan, resulting in a substantial and hearty pizza.
Sicilian Pizza: Square-shaped and thick-crusted, Sicilian pizza is often topped with tomato sauce, mozzarella, and various toppings.
California Pizza: Often associated with innovative and non-traditional toppings, California-style pizza might include ingredients like barbecue chicken, goat cheese, arugula, and more.
North Dakota doesn’t have one iconic, universally recognized “official” pizza style that the whole country talks about. The state is more known for hearty, loaded, comfort-food pizzas that reflect Midwestern tastes — generous toppings, practical portions, and creative local twists. Pizza here often leans toward heavily topped pies (think “the more toppings, the better”), with locals frequently praising places that pile on ingredients rather than keeping things minimalist.
Overall, North Dakota pizza is more about satisfying, no-fuss, topping-heavy eats that pair perfectly with cold winters than about rigid “style” rules.
Next week, @kipras_r and I will be at Como – Optical Probes 2023 conference to try some authentic Italian pizza. If you'd like to meet up, drop me a message or simply catch us at the conference! See you there! #OpticalProbes2023 #femtoinfluencer @light_con pic.twitter.com/7vdMCFaOfN
— Greta Bučytė (@GretaBucyte) September 5, 2023
Chanson de Nuit, Op. 15, No. 1
Sir Edward William Elgar (2 June 1857 – 23 February 1934) was an English composer, many of whose works have entered the British and international classical concert repertoire. Among his best-known compositions are orchestral works including the Enigma Variations, the Pomp and Circumstance Marches, concertos for violin and cello, and two symphonies. He was appointed Master of the King’s Musick in 1924.
Submissions are now open for the 4th International Audio Engineering Society Acoustics and Sound Reinforcement Conference!
Learn more and submit your paper now: https://t.co/ueFrLYr6Vx#AESorg #audioengineering #acoustics #soundreinforcement pic.twitter.com/zSnAgR8Chn
— Audio Engineering Society (@AESorg) July 13, 2023
Bourbon Research
I didn’t know that🤔 pic.twitter.com/rMT3X2fCN0
— Alix (@AlixG_2) August 17, 2024
Greg Gutfeld and guests discuss how President Biden’s alcohol czar is warning that new guidance could be only two beers a week
New update alert! The 2022 update to the Trademark Assignment Dataset is now available online. Find 1.29 million trademark assignments, involving 2.28 million unique trademark properties issued by the USPTO between March 1952 and January 2023: https://t.co/njrDAbSpwB pic.twitter.com/GkAXrHoQ9T
— USPTO (@uspto) July 13, 2023
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