Torre Del Fondo agriturismo: holiday apartments 5 minutes from Ferrara and 30 from Bologna
Torre Del Fondo farmhouse (agriturismo): holiday apartments in a 3 stars farmhouse. We are 5 minutes from Ferrara, 30 from Bologna, 50 from Padova (Padua), 60 from Ravenna and 70 from Venezia (Venice). Excellent point from which to explore all of Emilia Romagna (Bologna, Ferrara, Forl, Modena, Parma, Piacenza, Ravenna, Reggio Emilia, Rimini) and Veneto (Venezia, Verona, Padova, Vicenza). We are just 30 minutes from BolognaFiere exhibition centre. We are just 5 minutes from the military NATO air base of Poggio Renatico (CAOC5). Historical building, completely restructured. Charmingly rustic and relaxing environment. Swimming pool (a real in ground swimming pool), free Internet Wi-Fi (high speed, in all the apartments and in the garden area), Internet point (with Skype and VoipStunt too), air condition, laundry room, bicycles, large equipped garden (with gazebos, tables, chairs, benches, sunshades, deckchairs and hammocks), barbecue #39;s corner (one gas barbecue and one wood barbecue), internal car parking, heating. Children #39;s discounts. Pets accepted. Accommodation type: self catering. Open all year round. Flexible arrival and departure day. Low price, owner direct rental. English and Italian spoken.From:TorreDelFondoViews:2 0ratingsTime:12:24More inTravel Events

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The slow pace and small-town pleasures of Fallbrook, Calif. best known for its avocados and festival celebrating the green fruit can't match the glitz of, well, glitzier destinations. That lack of flash is what's most appealing about this rural outpost in north San Diego County. The ancient oaks of Live Oak Park are waiting to provide shade for a picnic, nurseries that dot the hills are filled with colorful plants to take home, and there are some bright new restaurants known only to locals. C'mon down, sit a spell.

The bed

My husband and I stayed at the Pala Mesa Resort (2001 Old Highway 395; [800] 722-4700, http://www.palamesa.com; weekend rates start at $149-$165). This 1960s-era hotel, on 205 acres, overlooks a golf course. The lobby and restaurant are in front; rooms are at the rear of the property. Guest rooms are basic yet pleasant; some have balconies or patios with nice views. Try to get an executive king, which has more amenities and space. Bridezilla alert: The resort's lovely gardens, waterfalls and gazebos are a magnet for weddings.

The meal

Aqua Terra, overlooking the Pala Mesa Resort golf course, is a cool place for drinks and appetizers. We chose sushi and a baked avocado and topped it off with chocolate martinis. Far funkier was Oink and Moo Burgers and BBQ (121 N. Pico Ave.; [760] 451-6005, http://www.oinkandmoo.com), which recently opened downtown. We ate on the patio, a converted garage, and made, well, pigs out of ourselves. Hand-ground burgers and pulled pork were a messy treat.

The find

Nurseries are big here, and Myrtle Creek (2940 Reche Road; [760] 728-5340, http://www.MyrtleCreekNursery.com) is a standout. It's on an old farm with a 19th century farmhouse, and a visit here feels like a relaxing day in the country. There are plants and trees, of course, but the most fun is wandering through the shops, which feature arts and crafts, vintage kitchen furnishings and plenty of seasonal gifts. Find No. 2: Grand Tradition Estate & Gardens (220 Grand Tradition Way; [855] 728-6466, http://www.grandtraditiongardens.com), a popular wedding venue since 1984, opened to the public this year. You can stroll through gorgeous Mediterranean- and tropical-style gardens, then eat lunch at the newly opened Veranda (reservations are a must) at the back of the Victorian mansion overlooking a heart-shaped lake.

The lesson learned

Most of downtown Fallbrook shuts down on Sunday. Leave time on Saturday to explore the village, a throwback to a kinder, gentler era with historic buildings, shops and two art galleries.

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Using the old fashioned, country tradition of barn building, we at Built Rite Express, LLC. create quality storage buildings and gazebos for many happy customers throughout Indiana Kentucky. We use the same traditional construction techniques and philosophies handed down from generation to generation among the many Amish and Mennonite communities in Kentucky, Tennessee, North Carolina, South Carolina, West Virginia and Virginia. But make no mistake, you can find our buildings and gazebos in the heart of southern big cities as well as the small towns and farms across the south. The kind of quality, care and attention to detail that we put into each and every one of our barns and gazebos is rarely seen on such a consistent basis in the storage building industry, but we don #39;t stop there. Our overriding philosophy of quality can be seen in our company #39;s culture everyday.From:Jerry ColvinViews:1 0ratingsTime:01:38More inPeople Blogs

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The Garden Furniture Centre Ltd has recently added to its range of outdoor play equipment with five new super-cool balance bikes for children.

Solihull, West Midlands (PRWEB UK) 28 November 2012

Balance bikes have now become the favourite choice of parents for teaching their young children how to ride their first bikes. The bikes give younger children the confidence to step up into using larger pedal bikes without the use of stabilisers.

The play bikes are sure to prove popular and come in an eye-catching range of colours and designs. The firms new wood bike styles include the Spyder and Drag Bike with & Trailer, Swoops Scooter, Rocky Motorcycle, Harley Bob Motorcycle and the Ryder Scrambler.

Most importantly the products adhere to European safety standards and are suitable for children to use in their quest to improve balancing skills. With the Christmas season fast approaching the bikes could provide the ideal learning gift and provide fun for children at the same time.

The companys Managing Director said, "We are always looking to expand our product range. By providing a constant range of new and unique products we can ensure that our online store gives our visitors the choice they demand."

The Garden Furniture Centre has been established for over 20 years and now stocks over two thousand outdoor furniture items. Product ranges include protective covers, easy clean patio furniture sets and conservatory furniture along with all the essential accessories that accompany the large product range.

In addition to the new wooden bike products, there is a new modular type gazebo in the form of the Mayfair Wooden Gazebos, along with luxury Chatsworth Conservatory Suites.

The companys gardening blog gives useful and up to date information and is a reliable source for new product updates, news tips and ideas.

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Balfour Beatty Communities, LLC announced today that its Fort Bliss/White Sands Missile Range military housing privatization project with the U.S. Department of the Army will begin a new expansion phase covering the development and new construction of an additional 500 townhomes at Fort Bliss, TX. This is the second phase of an expansion project initiated in August 2011. The development and construction costs for this expansion phase have been primarily funded through the placement of a $141 million loan with the existing lender for the project. Balfour Beatty Communities will oversee the design, construction, and overall management, maintenance and operational responsibilities for the housing units, which are expected to be completed in January 2016. General contractor services will be delivered by Balfour Beatty Construction, LLC, based in Dallas, TX.

The significant growth at Fort Bliss in recent years has created an increased need for military family housing options, said Chris Williams, President of Balfour Beatty Communities. This expansion project will help us keep pace with this need as we look to deliver the highest level of service to the military members and their families stationed at Fort Bliss.

Balfour Beatty Communities assumed responsibility for family housing at Fort Bliss in July 2005. As a result of various initiatives within the Department of the Army, there has been a significant increase in the military strength at the installation, as they transform their focus from training to forces command. This refocus has led to an increased need for additional family housing options at the post. As a result of this expansion project, the total inventory of on-base homes will increase to more than 4,400.

The 500 newly constructed townhomes at Fort Bliss will be designated for Junior Enlisted (JENL) and Junior Non-Commissioned Officer (JNCO) ranks and their families. The new units will consist of two story, four-plex arrangements, and one-story duplex accessible units. Design and appearance will resemble single family homes developed under the Companys existing Fort Bliss project, featuring stucco and arched entries. Additional amenities for the service members and their families will include playground areas, basketball courts, volleyball courts and large gazebos. Construction is expected to begin in the first quarter of 2013.

We remain committed to sustainable and environmentally friendly development as we strive to deliver the highest quality product to the military families we serve and meet the sustainability goals of the Army, said Williams. This project includes upgrades to maximize energy efficiency that meet the National Green Building Standard. Once certified at the Emerald level, the project will be 50% more energy efficient than homes certified at LEEDs highest rating which only requires 10% efficiency above ASHRAE code.

About Balfour Beatty Communities

Balfour Beatty Communities, LLC provides development, financing, renovation, operation and management services as part of comprehensive military housing privatization projects for the U.S. Departments of the Army, Navy and Air Force. Setting the industry standard, the company is committed to sustainable business practices and is a leader in the military housing Public-Private Partnership (PPP or P3) industry, currently providing services to members of the U.S. military and their families residing at 48 military communities in 24 states. Balfour Beatty Communities, LLC is part of Balfour Beatty plc, a global leader in professional services, construction services, support services, and infrastructure investment, with more than $18 billion in annual revenues.

About Balfour Beatty Construction

A leader in the U.S. commercial construction industry, Balfour Beatty Construction provides general contracting, at-risk construction management, and design-build services through more than 2,400 professionals nationwide. The company has been cited as a Top 10 Green Builder by Engineering-News Record for the past three years, and as one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For by FORTUNE magazine for three years in a row. The company is part of London-based Balfour Beatty plc, a global leader in professional services, construction services, support services, and infrastructure investment, with more than $18 billion in annual revenues. To learn more about the company visit balfourbeattyus.com.

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The Wood-Ridge Council introduced a bond ordinance for $800,000 for municipal buildings and ground improvements at a public meeting, Nov. 20.

The borough is anticipating several matching grants for several projects.

The town is expecting $20,000 from the County of Bergen Open Space Program to finance the construction of gazebos at Veterans Park on Valley Boulevard and $35,000 from the same department for playground equipment at Veterans Park.

The council also anticipates $22,500 from the County of Bergen Historic Preservation Program for the cost of a historical study in connection with future renovations of the Brinkerhoff House Library.

"That ordinance funds a number of projects. It completes the improvements to the civic and senior buildings," said Borough Administrator Chris Eilert.

Eilert said the funds would also go to replace two jungle gyms at Veterans Park and build two new gazebos.

The administrator explained that the study of the Brinkerhoff House Library was a prerequisite to any improvements because of its status as a historical building.

"That study will make us eligible for grant money for renovations," said Eilert.

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Neoma Alper: 2555 COLLINS AV # 904 Miami Beach FL 33140
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Best of ... Park Benches (France)
copyright 2012 Lisa B. Falour, BS, MBA all rights reserved LISA, INC. (EURL) cutecatfaith.com Parc La Courneuve is either the biggest public park in France, or it #39;s one of them. It #39;s located in the Seine-Saint-Denis dpartement, the most populous dpartement in the Greater Paris ("Ile-de-France") area. To spend some green time while in Paris, take that mtro which terminates at PLACE 8 MAI LA COURNEUVE, then take the T1 tramway in the direction of Saint-Denis a few stops, to SIX ROUTES. From there, walk North a bit, and within ten minutes tops, you #39;ll find one of the many entrances to the park, along with an enormous horse/riding center. The park is so big, it has entrances in several different towns and cities just to the Northeast of the Paris city limits. The park has a firing range, dog runs, several lakes and a river, manicured gardens, inaccessible wildlife refuges, the riding center, sports fields (including a huge boulodrome), places for hiking, biking and jogging, picnic areas, pavillions, gazebos, and a variety of wild animals and fish. I saw a man fishing here, and also saw in Stains, one of the nearby towns, a bait and tackle store. These will usually rent you fishing equipment for the day and arrange for you to have a permit for your time here. You do need to be able to speak and understand French. I am available as a private guide. My spouse visits this park often, for jogging and bike riding. I was recently hospitalized, so we came here this weekday ...From:CuteCatFaithViews:17 3ratingsTime:01:10More inSports

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