· Researchers developing interior lighting in the new Ford Fusion took into consideration the critical role lighting plays in relaying information to the driver

· Lighting works with design to create a balance of illumination that reduces eye strain and optimizes driver-vehicle interaction

· Lights on or off, the interior also provides expanded functionality and driver comfort, in a sporty, sexy layout

DEARBORN, Mich., Feb. 23, 2012 – With the right lighting, everything else falls into place.

The interior lighting in the all-new Ford Fusion proves that out; it moves beyond simple functionality. Ford researchers realize that a person’s attention span is limited, and lighting can play a key role in providing a driver with critical and noncritical driving-related information without diverting attention.

Lighting in a vehicle is about space and dimension, said Mahendra Dassanayake, Ford technical leader for Design, but there’s more to it.

“Lighting gives you a sense of orientation,” said Dassanayake. “It’s a unique combination of functionality and comfort. Lights, graphics and displays are critical to drivers; we need to make sure that information is presented to the customer in an effective way.”

Developing the ice blue color available in the ambient, or accent, lighting palette was critical, since it is a shade that can help keep drivers and passengers more alert. This makes it easier for a driver to absorb all the other messages coming from inside the vehicle.

The same balance has been used to make sure that the ambient colors available in the Ford Fusion enhance the driving experience. Ford researchers have tested how the lighting affects the vehicle’s interior from the driver’s perspective, checking the textures and materials under a multitude of lighting conditions to make sure that glare and reflection are limited on smooth surfaces and that eye strain would be minimized.

On March 12, 2012, Buffalo Alternative Medicine Examiner sat down with Phil Haberstro, executive director of The Wellness Institute in his office at City Hall.

Linda Chalmer Zemel: Here’s what people always like to know: They like to know how you ended up here! Why aren’t you doing six other things? What’s the personal payoff for this kind of thing?

Phil Haberstro: I think that as in any career path, there’s a sense of personal satisfaction with the work that you do--that you enjoy it. Mine just flowed since I left SUNY Brockport in ‘72, when I graduated. My degree was in sports science and a certification in physical education, so there’s a certainly was a history for me in an interest in health and well-being.

...recently, a number of people have asked me if they should invest in building themselves a website, or, should they put their time and energies into creating and administering a Facebook Page  ...in today's online world, the quick answer is "both"  ...while I know many people who 'only' utilize Facebook to promote what they do, nearly all of 'them' are either only focused on 'blogging', don't sell any type of product and/or service, or, are involved in "the arts" somehow; a musician, artist, writer, street performer etc., and therefore, sell whatever product(s) they may have via their live performances and/or as part of some kind of "community" website

...while covering 'all' of the pros and cons of this topic is certainly beyond the scope of what could realistically be covered in this one article, I thought I would address the 'key' reasons why I said "my quick answer" is "both"  ...today, 'most' people understand the importance of having a website if you have any type of 'business', or, if you are part of just about any type of "member" organization  ...with Facebook now having over 800 million users, the exposure potential alone has now made it almost rare to find a business and/or organization that does any type of advertising that is 'not' also mentioning "visit us", or, "follow us" on "Facebook"

...although there are 'many' venues for 'blogging' today, as mentioned, I personally know many people that are taking advantage of Facebook's enormous exposure potential as the venue for their blog  ...the built in tools available via Facebook allow for easy posting of your content and interaction with your "followers", as well as, straight-forward built in tools for posting pictures, videos and etc.  ...as Facebook "posts" are really geared for relatively 'short' posts, if your blog, or the information you wish to share, consists of 'longer' articles and/or stories of some kind, 'also' maintaining an actual "website" as well, may be a better option for providing your visitors/followers with more detailed robust content

One of my life’s biggest nudges came over 30 years ago when I read David Viscott’s book, “Risking.”  It was about facing crucial choices head-on.  It was just the nudge I needed when I was afraid of taking a big leap forward.  We all have those times when we have to face “the inner fear of failure.”  Usually it is rooted in some fear of perceived loss…of love, of control, of security, of esteem.  So, what’s the worst thing that could happen if I forged ahead?  (That was the question!)

Crucial life decisions involve risk—they are like having a point of no return—when retreat is not possible.  Using an extended metaphor of cars passing on a two-lane-road, the point of no return is when YOU, the driver, are the one who has pulled out and are starting to pass the car in front of you—you hit the point of no return—and you have no choice but to accelerate, sound your horn and create the new place for yourself.

We can change the course of our lives at any time—no matter what our circumstances (if we want to).  We can pull out and pass! Did I just hear you blow your horn?   Did I just notice that you’ve accelerated to a new place?  You’re just one choice away from changing your life, or some circumstance about your life.  Yes, life is constant change, continual metamorphosis, and “risking that next move forward.”  Go for it!  Lights On!

Impact Artists' Gallery Presents
The 11th Annual Exhibition 5/04-6/2/12
"Fine Art Healing and Health"

May 10: Thursday 5:00 PM- 7:30 PM Poetry & literary readings, 3 book readings and signings including Wade Stevenson, Lynn Ciesielski and others.
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May 17: Thursday 5:00 PM- 7:30 PM --Panel discussion: Headway WNY, (Support/Advocacy) Diana Landwehr, Occupational Therapist Jackie Trigilio ECMC Multidisciplinary & Ceramics Program, Noell Hammer from Florida & the Art Without Boundaries Association (using art to stimulate dramatic changes in the brain) & Diane Menchetti, Art Without Boundaries Association. Individuals will discuss their art exhibited in the show, some recovering from Head Injuries, Pain, MI or addiction that use expressive arts to promote &enhance their recovery process.

May 19th: Saturday 3:00 PM- 5:00 PM --Reception: Live Music by Jazz band Equinox
& Dance Demo and Class by Let's Dance Tango instructors Carol & Howard Allen

May 26: Saturday 1:30- 5:00 PM - Holistic Health Fair: presentations & workshops by the exhibitors: samples/ natural products, Chinese auction, Yoga, Reflexology, Chakra Energy, Reiki, Nutrition, AWB etc.

Note: sponsors and donations gratefully accepted and tax deductible.
Impact is a Not-For-Profit 501c3 organization. Volunteers welcome

Members of the Holistic Community are invited to take part in this event on 5/26 for a Holistic Health Fair. Please let us know if you would like to give a sample of your service, or hand out samples or your products, do a presentation or mini workshop, have a table for your items or literature of your services. The presentations will be 20-30min. each, determined by the number of presenters.This year we must charge as a not for profit gallery we would appreciate $25 from each exhibitor toward the expenses of this show. This is a community event. We need volunteers, donations & sponsors.

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EXPERIENCE SWEETER TIMES AT

O’CONNELL & COMPANY

WITH THE MARVELOUS WONDERETTES

April 19 – May 12, 2012

Buffalo, NY: O’Connell & Company, the professional theatre in residence at Erie Community College, presents the Regional Premiere of THE MARVELOUS WONDERETTES, April 19 – May 12, 2012.

This jukebox musical by Roger Bean, is a cotton-candy colored blast from the past and stars KELLEY JANE BURNS, MARIA DROZ,

SARA KOVACSI & VICTORIA PEREZ; with choreography by JOEY BUCHEKER, direction by MARY KATE O’CONNELL, DAVID GUAGLIANO, Technical Director/Lighting design; PAMELA SNYDER, Costumer; MARK STURNIOLO, Stage Manager & LISA MARIE LEONE, Prop Mistress

THE MARVELOUS WONDERETTES features your favorite songs from the 50′s and 60′s. At the 1958 Springfield High School Prom we meet “The Wonderettes” - Betty Jean, Cindy Lou, Missy, and Suzy. These girls have hopes and dreams as big as their crinoline skirts and voices to match! As we learn about their lives and loves, we are treated to the girls performing such classic 50′s and 60′s songs as “Lollipop, Dream Lover, Stupid Cupid, Lipstick on Your Collar, Hold Me, Thrill Me, Kiss Me, It’s My Party, It’s In His Kiss (The Shoop, Shoop Song) and so many more. And you too can be Marvelous at our special "SING-ALONG FRIDAYS" ... you've never had this much fun at a Prom and you will never forget THE MARVELOUS WONDERETTES!