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Written by Gene Galin
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Wednesday, 07 February 2007 |
This digest contains the following messages:
1. Curbing the electric bills with fluorescents?
2. great post!
3. Alteration needed
4. Video Booth
5. Economical Summer Camp
6. Seeking Used or Unused home items to remodel house.
7. please post on the chat list
8. Paul Cuadros speaks on "A Home on the Field" Feb 22
9. HRA Seeks Learnging Celebration Coordinator
10. attorney in Chatham County
11. Free Art Class for Children at Pittsboro Library
12. Bubble Wrap/Packing Peanuts Still Needed
13. Silk Screening, T-Shirts, Uniforms?
14. Wireless service!!!
15. Imaginative,dependable/reliable carpenter - jack of certain trades
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Date: Wed, 7 Feb 2007 00:32:00 -0500
From: "Al Wyllie"
Subject: Curbing the electric bills with fluorescents?
I have replaced my mom's 25/40 watt incandescent bulbs with fluorescents. She had for years kept the wattage at a bare minimum with her lighting. With the lowest wattage by far on her street, her electric company had replaced her meter several times, because they didn't think she could use that little electric power. I don't know that she was able to save much more with the fluorescents, but at least she now has some decent light for no more costs.
I have been replacing my own incandescents with fluorescents as they burn out, and even replaced my outside 300 watt halogen spot light with a 65W fluorescent. My savings seem to be in the $10-20/mo that was expected. There are disadvantages with the fluorescents, in that they either have a delay coming on, or they take a few seconds to reach full power. The new outside unit bulb supposedly had a 10000 hr life, but failed after 3 weeks. The light color is not as warm and pleasing as it is with incandescent bulbs, although the manufacturers are continuing to make better bulbs. Occasionally, they can interfere with other electrical equipment...read the fine print. They don't all work with dimmers, either. You'll save a few bucks in the long run, but don't plan on retiring on these savings.
Over the years I have saved a lot more by using the Time and Demand service offered by CP&L. With this service and special meter, I use my laundry and dishwasher during off-peak hours and my savings as computed by CP&L on my electric bill are around $300/yr. The savings have been as high as $600/yr, when I also set my water heater for off-peak hours and used my programmable heat thermostat more effectively. If you don't mind a little inconvenience with when to use your power-sucking appliances, then this is where you can get your most savings. There are some requirements for this service, like being all-electric and having certain levels of insulation.
You can also save a bundle by installing a water heater timer and only heating the water 4-6 hours a day, when you need it. An electronic (Paragon) model works better than the mechanical ones you find at the home improvement stores. You can also save a bundle by installing a programmable heat thermostat, and programming the heat/AC for only when you need it or are at home. There's very little inconvenience with these two things you can do.
If you drive your vehicle more than 15000 miles/yr, it might pay you to call the county tax accessor and get a high mileage adjustment. You need to do this within 30 days of getting your tax bill for your vehicle. They will use the mileage from your inspection report, so have it handy.
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Date: Wed, 7 Feb 2007 01:13:46 -0500
From: "John Bonitz"
Subject: great post!
Dear Jeff,
Thanks for writing that excellent post on the economics of energy-efficient lighting technologies. Sticker shock is sometimes not only illogical, but it's also perverse: When we succumb to the sticker shock of a "pricey" compact fluorescent, we deprive ourselves of the money savings you are seeing, first-hand. You did a great job illustrating the perversities of un-economic thinking.
The beauty of Chatham County's current situation (our changing climate, addiction to fossil fuels, nuclear waste in our midst, air pollution on all sides) is that a little bit of careful economic consideration yields lots of improvement on these problems.
If we just make concerted efforts at energy efficiency, we won't need a new reactor at Shearon Harris. Like your CFLs and LEDs, another very effective investment is solar-hot-water heating.
http://www.newfarm.org/features/2006/0306/solar/martin.shtml
Let's reconsider all that energy-wasting dusk-to-dawn "security"
lighting. http://www3.uwm.edu/Dept/shwec/publications/cabinet/LIEBL/township%20brochure.pdf
Building houses that exceed the model energy code would save scads of energy, and save homeowners lots of money -- thus increasing their ability to repay the mortgage.
http://www.eere.energy.gov/buildings/info/documents/pdfs/26290.pdf
Asking large real-estate developers to build houses close together - with walk-able access to grocery stores - will also save energy, diminish air pollution, reduce health-care costs, and put us in better position when oil becomes scarce.
http://www.eesi.org/publications/EnergyandSmartGrowthPaper.pdf
We should demand that our electric utilities promote energy efficiency before they build nasty new coal-fired power plants. That kind of 20th century infrastructure will only keep us addicted to fossil fuels lo-o-ong into the 21st century.
http://www.southernenvironment.org/newsroom/2006/10-12_cliffside.htm
Thanks for writing, Jeff.
John
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John Bonitz
Silk Hope, NC
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Date: Wed, 07 Feb 2007 07:53:22 -0500
From: "Chris Gandy"
Subject: Alteration needed
My wife needs to have a dress hemmed for an upcoming wedding. Suggestions?
Thanks.
Chris Gandy
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Date: Wed, 7 Feb 2007 05:36:41 -0800
From:jimalewis
Subject: Video Booth
Another local business bids farewell..........."Video Booth", located in
the Chatham Crossing strip, is closing at the end of the month. Talked to
Chris last night.....he is selling all inventory at great prices......we just found about this last night ......Chris put the announcement on the door at 10:00 a.m. Monday ......... word has spread and inventory is "flying" out the door .........kind of sad..... I wish him and his family
well ............. Jim
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Date: Wed, 7 Feb 2007 08:58:31 -0500
From: "Seymour, Sharon R."
Subject: Economical Summer Camp
Greetings:
I am a single mother of one and I am seeking a really good summer camp that provides tutoring help for upcoming 2nd graders in the Perry Harrison School area. I work from 8:15 - 5:00 pm so the open times will need to be centered around these times if at all possible.
If you know of any camp with these specifications, please contact me at
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or call 919-308-9958.
Thanks.
Sharon R.Seymour
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Date: Wed, 7 Feb 2007 09:03:06 -0500
From: "Seymour, Sharon R."
Subject: Seeking Used or Unused home items to remodel house.
I am a single Mom in the Pittsboro area and I am in need of some home improvements and can't really afford a lot of items right now. If you know of anyone that has a business and they have an overage of storm doors, paint for the outside of the house, kitchen overhead cabinets, kitchen/bathroom sink cabinets, 2x4's to redo the porch, flooring material for the kitchen etc..it would be grately appreciated.
I can be contacted at 919-308-9958 or by e-mail at
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Thanks in advance and God Bless.
Sharon R.Seymour
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Date: Wed, 7 Feb 2007 09:05:28 -0500
From: "Sabrina Schulz"
Subject: please post on the chat list
I need recommendations for the following:
A person to replace the siding on my house
install metal roofing
door and window replacement and build a front porch
I would like to hire local people to do this and need to get quotes. If anyone has had this done and has had a good experience, please let me know.
Thanks.
Sabrina
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Date: Wed, 7 Feb 2007 09:38:11 -0500
From: "Andrea"
Subject: Paul Cuadros speaks on "A Home on the Field" Feb 22
Paul Cuadros to speak on "A Home on the Field" February 22
The Friends of the Pittsboro Memorial Library ( <http://www.pittsborolibraryfriends.org/> www.pittsborolibraryfriends.org) present Paul Cuadros, Siler City's Jordan Matthews soccer coach, award-winning investigative reporter, Pittsboro resident, and author of "A Home on the Field: How One Championship Team Inspires Hope for the Revival of Small Town America," Thursday, February 22, at 7:30 PM at the Council on Aging (Senior Center), Hwy. 87N, Pittsboro. The story of the Jordan Matthews Jets is America's story as it comes to grips with how to deal with the migration of Latino immigrants both legal and undocumented. It shows how one community and one team can come together and provide a greater lesson for America on the controversial subject of immigration.
Free and open to the public. Refreshments. Books will be available for purchase and signing.
Cuadros has generously agreed to serve on the Honorary Advisory Committee for the Friends' capital campaign. The new joint-use library, scheduled to open in late 2008, will replace both the current Pittsboro public library ( <http://www.chathamlibraries.org/> www.chathamlibraries.org) and the CCCC campus library ( <http://www.cccc.edu/> www.cccc.edu). Learn more about the plans for your new community library at <http://www.co.chatham.nc.us/LibraryBuilding/default.htm>
www.co.chatham.nc.us/LibraryBuilding.
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Date: Wed, 07 Feb 2007 13:12:05 -0500
From: HRA
Subject: HRA Seeks Learnging Celebration Coordinator
The Haw River Assembly is seeking a Coordinator for the 2007 Haw River "Learning Celebration' Festival, a riverside environmental fieldtrip for 4th graders in our watershed.
Recruit, plan, and work with wonderful volunteers to put on a program that has delighted schoochildren and their teachers for 18 years!
The work is half-time, March 1- Nov.1, 2007. (Start time can be flexible
- from 3/1 - 4/1)
Camp on-site with volunteers for the program Sept. .22 - Oct.12..
The salary for 8 months is $9600.00.
Prior experiences with outdoor education and event/volunteer coordinating would be very helpful.
Send cover letter, resume, 2 references to:
Haw River Assembly, PO Box 187 Bynum, NC 27228 or
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by February 21.
For the full job description, see our website, www.hawriver.org - go to "Learning Celebration for Schools".
Please pass this along to those who might be interested - thanks!
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Date: Wed, 07 Feb 2007 16:25:23 +0000
From: "Donna"
Subject: attorney in Chatham County
Does anyone know of an attorney in Chatham County who would be willing to provide guidance in regards to parent/student rights in public education with a few concerned parents and educators?
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Date: Wed, 7 Feb 2007 10:52:55 -0800 (PST)
From: Elizabeth Essen
Subject: Free Art Class for Children at Pittsboro Library
Free Art Class For Children At Pittsboro Memorial Library
Pittsboro Memorial Library is offering children ages 5 and up the opportunity to work with professional artist Kim Greene on Saturday, Feb. 17 from 3-4 p.m. “My students enjoy a calm classroom environment where individual creativity is encouraged and individual vision is nurtured,” said Greene. The class is free. No art experience is necessary and parents are encouraged to participate. Space is limited to 20 students and advance registration is recommended. Art enthusiasts are asked to bring a clip board but all other supplies will be provided.
Instructor Greene has had a passion for art since early childhood and earned a Bachelors Degree in Fine Arts from Buffalo State College eight years ago. “I have been working with children and art in diverse settings ever since,” she said. She has taught drawing and ceramics to hundreds of children at many organizations, including the Lincoln Pottery Studio, the Durham Arts Council, the Carrboro ArtsCenter, Montessori Community School and at many other venues. She currently teaches at Bright Horse in northern Chatham County where she offers classes for homeschoolers as well as after school classes for students. Summer camps are also in the works.
“My style of teaching reduces anxiety and encourages youngsters to refine their fine motor skills while enjoying the freedom of creative expression,” said Greene. She believes that drawing is a teachable skill. “Certainly there are children with artistic flair but I firmly believe that everyone can learn the basics of art through consistent, engaging art instruction.,” she said.
“Not every child who learns to read and write will grow up to be a poet. Not every child who learns to swim or ride a bike will grow up to be an athlete. These are simply skills that are taught and just like these skills, art can be learned and enjoyed,” Greene stated. She believes that skill building is essential to a child’s growth and development. “It raises a child’s self awareness, boosts self-esteem and gives them the confidence to try new things,” said Greene.
To register, stop by the library located at 158 West Street in Pittsboro or call 542-3524. To learn more about Ms. Greene go to www.TheBrightHorse.com.
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Date: Wed, 07 Feb 2007 19:07:50 -0500
From: mshannonc
Subject: Bubble Wrap/Packing Peanuts Still Needed
Thanks to those of you who stopped by and dropped off packing peanuts at the Chatham Habitat for Humanity! Of the many things I love about the chatlist, it's the wonderful community that comes out when this type of request is made. We are still in need of bubble wrap and can always use more peanuts so please consider making us a regular stop on your way to recycle. If you can't get by our store but have a nice supply, I'll try to come pick it up, just send me an email. For directions to the store, visit our website at www.chathamhabitat.org. Thanks again!
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Date: Wed, 7 Feb 2007 19:41:00 -0500
From: "Freedom Handyman Service"
Subject: Silk Screening, T-Shirts, Uniforms?
Can anyone recommend a place where I can get T-shirts made with my business name and logo? I want quality shirts any will only be buying a small quanity at first. Thanks. Jimmy
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Date: Wed, 7 Feb 2007 16:47:19 -0800 (PST)
From: susan turner
Subject: Wireless service!!!
Can anyone tell me about good wireless computre service. I want to purchase one but wonder if I'll have trouble with reception. And what about the cost.
I saw BLAST and it's $500.00 to hook up and what if
it doesn't work well. (I know nothing about
wireless). I live across from Northwood High School down Country Routt Brown Road - and I live in a bottom. Just wondering cause I know there will be a bountious amount of advice to follow ----but it's all good!!
Susan Turner - AKA
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Date: Wed, 7 Feb 2007 20:50:29 -0800 (PST)
From: susan turner
Subject: Imaginative,dependable/reliable carpenter - jack of certain trades
I'm upgrading my trailer and have so many ideas. Need help and want to know who might be recommended by the able chatlisters. i.e. Laying floors, installing doors/windows, framing deck/ plumbing/ good advice and patient with my wild ideas for my on-going projects....please
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