1 . Monet: The Immersive (沉浸式) Experience
Monet: The Immersive Experience in Liège invites you to step into the world of the French painter Claude Monet, one of the greatest artistic geniuses of the nineteenth century!
Explore some of the most breathtaking paintings by Claude Monet with the help of a digital 360-degree presentation. The unique exhibition concept is staged with state-of-the-art multimedia technology, which shows very large images of Monet’s paintings on the walls and floors of the building. It has music, the smell of flowers, and voice-over in several languages to make the paintings come alive in a way never seen before.
To fully get into the world of the French painter, visitors are guided through three experience rooms. Each room is a highlight on its own and provides visitors not only with an insight, but also with new experiences and new viewpoints on Monet’s life, his work and his masterpieces.
Practical info·Date: from March 2024
·Opening hours:
Wednesday, Thursday: 10: 00 am-7: 00 pm
Friday: 10: 00 am-8: 00 pm
Saturday: 9: 00 am-8: 00 pm
Sunday: 9: 00 am-7: 00 pm
Monday and Tuesday: Closed
·Duration: the visit will take around 60 to 75 minutes
·Location: Eglise Saint-Pholien, Rue Saint-Pholien, 4020 Liège
·Please consult the FAQs of this experience here
1. How does the exhibition help visitors explore Monet’s paintings?| A．It uses digital technology. | B．It gives lectures on art. |
| C．It offers stages to visitors. | D．It provides language services. |
| A．An exploration on French art. | B．An introductory tour of painters. |
| C．A unique journey to Monet’s world. | D．An encounter with Monet-inspired artworks. |
| A．11: 30 am (Wed, Feb 21). | B．10: 00 am (Tue, Mar 19). |
| C．6: 30 pm (Thur, Mar 28). | D．4: 00 pm (Sun, Apr 7). |
2 . Four ideas for the best Easter holidays
When the kids breakup from school it can be difficult to choose what to do. With the Easter holidays just around the comer, here are four different ideas to inspire you to make the most of the break, whatever your age.
York
Bursting with museums, attractions, and events for everyone, York is the perfect Easter holiday destination. Going with grandparents? They’ll love walking the cobbled streets for sweet treats or stopping for an afternoon tea at one of the many historic hotels. Or learn about the diverse history of this amazing city at one of the museums. There really is something for everyone in this attractive city.
Botany Bay
Botany Bay is a great spot to spend a day relaxing and playing on the sands. Located in Kent and with lifeguards on duty, it’s a great spot for surfing, exploring the rockpools, and hunting for fossils. For a longer stay, why not hire a car for the Easter holiday and take a road trip along the Kentish coast British seaside break?
Bristol
Travel to the southwest to explore bustling (熙熙攘攘的) Bristol. Bristol is full of amazing restaurants housed in warehouses that remind you of the city’s maritime history. There are also wonderful museums, amazing parks for picnics and games, and even a surf centre nearby. Shop. eat, play — whatever you fancy doing, Bristol has it all.
Snowdonla
Head to North Wales if you’re after some wild adventures. There are plenty of hills, lakes, rivers, and benches to explore, but if your kids have a lot of energy to burn, then Mount Snowdon should be your choice. Standing 1,085 metres tall, it’s sure to provide an exciting adventure for the whole family. Local guides are available to lead you to the top, if you wish.
1. Where will a family with grandparents choose to go?| A．York | B．Botany Bay. | C．Bristol. | D．Snowdonia. |
| A．Parks. | B．Restaurants . | C．Fossil museums. | D．Surf spots. |
| A．Have a picnic. | B．Play games. | C．Look for fossils. | D．Climb mountains. |
3 . MicroSD cards are common in smartphones, tablets, and action cameras. Finding the right microSD card doesn’t have to be difficult — we can help you find the best microSD cards for your needs.
Samsung EVO Select MicroSD Memory CardThis microSD card can handle the needs of nearly any device and any type of user, and it offers the fastest speeds and highest storage of the cards we considered while keeping a low price tag. The write speed isn’t provided for this microSD card, which isn’t uncommon — manufacturers often focus on read speed instead because it’s where you’ll notice a la g if there is any.
SanDisk 256GB Extreme Memory CardBob Sacha, a photographer and associate professor of video storytelling, recommends getting a card like this one. “This card may have a lower read speed and write speed, but it works in all the cameras I use,” he says. This microSD card is also shockproof, waterproof, and able to withstand high temperatures, which makes it suitable for action cameras.
SanDisk Ultra 512GB Memory CardIf you’re into portable gaming, and are planning on keeping more than a game or two on hand at any given time, you’ll need enough storage to back that up. The SanDisk Ultra 512GB is just a version of our pick for Switch gaming with more storage, since the read and write speeds are perfectly fine for gaming. It also has plenty of storage to work with a 4kdrone (无人机) or a home security camera.
PNY U3 Pro Elite 512GB MicroSD CardWhere write speed really comes into play is when you’re recording video. That’s also when you’ll want to pay attention to the video class, which measures the minimum levels of write speed for recording video. Ultra-high-speed class is a number inside a U on the front of the card. A U1 card should be able to handle 1080p recording without any issues, but if you want to record 4K, get a U3 card like the PNY Pro Elite.
1. What is special about Samsung EVO Select MicroSD Memory Card?| A．The fastest speed. | B．The highest storage. |
| C．An affordable price. | D．No write speed. |
| A．Shockproof. | B．Waterproof. |
| C．High speed. | D．Temperature-resistant. |
| A．SanDisk Ultra 512GB Memory Card. |
| B．SanDisk 256GB Extreme Memory Card. |
| C．PNY U3 Pro Elite 512GB MicroSD Card. |
| D．Samsung EVO Select MicroSD Memory Card. |
4 . Stories of Art: 1800~1900
About
This series of online lectures is produced by the National Gallery, London, through which you can learn about the art of different periods with Dr Amy Mechowski. Each lecture lasts 2 hours, starting from 5:30 pm
Week1
In this first session, Amy Mechowski will give a brief introduction to this module (模块). Then we will be joined by Dr Susanna Avery-Quash, who will report on the National Gallery's foundation and its development under Charles Eastlake, the first director of the National Gallery, from1855 to 1865.
Week 2
With the realists, represented by Courbet, Millet, and Manet in France and important contributions to social realism by members of the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood (前拉斐尔派) and others in England, direct observation came to the forefront of artistic practice.
Week 3
From their first independent exhibition in 1874, the group of artists known as the impressionists forever changed approaches to painting. Significantly, the works of women artists, who were regarded by their contemporaries as important members of this group, including Berthe Morisot and Mary Cassatt, came into focus.
Week 4
With the last of the independent exhibitions in 1886 came the debut (首次亮相) of artists for whom the English art critic Roger Fry coined the term “Post-Impressionists” 20 years later,
Booking information
Only one ticket can be booked per account. You will be emailed an E-ticket with instructions on how to access the course via your account. If you are new to the National Gallery, please go to our official website and create your own account, through which all lecture information including weekly handouts and recordings will be provided.
Admission
Standard: £75
A special offer: £70.50 (Special offers are for full-time students.)
1. What will Avery-Quash talk about at the first week's lecture?| A．A brief introduction to the lecture series. |
| B．The life experience of Amy Mechowski. |
| C．Eastlake's paintings exhibited at the gallery |
| D．Eastlake's contribution to the National Gallery. |
| A．Week 1 | B．Week 2. | C．Week3. | D．Week4. |
| A．Being a full-time art student. |
| B．Having attended Dr Amy's lectures before. |
| C．Owning an account of the National Gallery. |
| D．Paying an additional fee for lecture recordings. |
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6 . Summer Volunteer Abroad Programs
Summer Volunteer in Ghana
Duration: 3 weeks
Age: 17 years+
Cost: $849
Volunteer in Ghana this summer to engage (参加) deeply and meaningfully with the local community. Work for community development, teach kids and repair old buildings. To make sure you know more about the real Ghanaian way of life and their customs, you will live with a host family and get to meet other fellow volunteers from around the globe.
Summer Volunteer in Nepal
Duration: 3 weeks
Age: 17 years+
Cost: $999
Volunteer in Nepal this summer to work at a local childcare center, experiencing the joy of taking care of the mentally disabled kids. You can also enjoy the beauty of the Himalayas. Additionally, you have the chance to visit the UNESCO Word Heritage Site of Chitwan National Park and spot the wildlife
Summer Volunteer in Peru
Duration: 2 weeks
Age: I7 years+
Cost: $895
Volunteer in Peru to work at rural nursery schools. You can deeply explore Amazonian Rainforests and see the everyday lives of the ethnic()people living in the forests. Get to visit the ethnic groups of Yagua people and Kukama people to join their dances and know their customs and way of life
Summer Volunteer in Thailand
Duration: 3-4 weeks
Age: 17 years+
Cost: 3 weeks $ 1199 4 weeks $1598
Volunteer in Thailand and you may be happy to head on to Surin, a calm area of north-eastern Thailand. Here you will get to volunteer and play alongside the incredible Asian elephants and learn all about their way of life. You can explore the best of Bangkok from the markets to the temples and more, and visit the attractive ruins of Angkor in Cambodia.
1. What can we learn about the volunteer program In Ghana?| A．It offers hotel stays. |
| B．It is supported by UNESCO. |
| C．It offers a chance to live like a local. |
| D．It is designed for middle school students. |
| A．have fun feeding animals with local kids. |
| B．understand the importance of education. |
| C．work with UNESCO to protect the local heritages. |
| D．make a difference to the lives of some less fortunate kids. |
| A．Summer Volunteer in Ghana. |
| B．Summer Volunteer in Nepal. |
| C．Summer Volunteering Peru. |
| D．Summer Volunteer in Thailand. |
7 . The Adler Planetarium Chicago is home to more than 35,000 square feet of exhibits. From huge models of the Solar System, to ancient astronomical instruments, to interactive adventures, Adler’s exhibit galleries provide a passageway for you to explore the universe. The Adler also offers mini science exploration activities that are quick 10-minute lessons. Visitors can learn some interesting astronomical facts at these small activity carts.
The Adler Planetarium Chicago is the only museum in the world with two full-size planetarium theaters. Since 1930, the wonder of the stars has been visible in the historic Sky Theater. Powered by brand new Digistar 3 TM technology, the StarRider Theater is a completely digital, virtual (虚拟的) outer space environment. The famous Zeiss Planetarium projector is able to accurately reproduce the movement of every aspect of the night sky.
Do’s and Don’ts:
Do Take the Bus/Train: leave the car at home for this museum trip. The Adler is located within close proximity to public transit.
Don’t Miss the Doane Observatory: when weather permits, the Doane is open at the Adler for observing with its 20-inch diameter telescope.
Don’t Miss Museum Special Events: the Adler offers a summer camp for kids from mid-June to August.
Ticket Price:
Adult:﹩ 28; child:﹩22. Book online now to save 37%.
Regular Schedule:
Mon.- Fri.10 am- -4 pm; Sat.- Sun.10 am-4:30 pm .
Summer Hours: 9:30 am- 6 pm daily.
Nearest Transit : Roosevelt Metro Station
Address: 1300 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60605
1. What’s the main function (作用) of the Adler Planetarium Chicago?| A．Offering a passageway to explore the universe. |
| B．Selling ancient astronomical instruments. |
| C．Displaying the models of the Solar System. |
| D．Giving 10-minute lessons to visitors. |
| A．drive your private car. |
| B．consider weather conditions. |
| C．buy a telescope in advance. |
| D．join the Adler’s summer camp. |
| A．﹩37. |
| B．﹩46. |
| C．﹩72. |
| D．﹩100. |
8 . Amsterdam is one of the most popular travel destinations in the world, famous for its beautiful canals, top art museums, cycling culture and so on. It is the capital city of the Netherlands and often referred to as the “Venice of the North” because of its expansive system of bridges and canals. Here are some of the key points to remember as you plan your trip to Amsterdam.
Must-See Attractions
Most visitors begin their Amsterdam adventure in the Old Centre, which is full of traditional architecture, shopping centers, and coffee shops. You’ll also want to check out Amsterdam’s Museum Quarter in the South District, which is great for shopping at the Albert Cuyp Market and having a picnic in the Vondelpark. The top museums to visit there are the Rijksmusuem, the Ann Frank House, and the Van Gogh Museum.
If You Have Time
There are several other unique districts in Amsterdam, and you should try to explore as many of them as time allows. The Canal Ring is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that was originally built to attract wealthy home owners and is a center for celebrity spotting and nightlife today. The Plantage area has most of the city’s museums and the botanical gardens.
Money Saving Tips
●Unless you really want to see the tulips(郁金香) blooming, avoid booking between mid-March and mid-May. This is when hotel and flight prices rise.
●Look for accommodations in Amsterdam’s South District, where rates are generally cheaper than in the city center.
●Buy train tickets at the machine instead of the counter to save a bit of money.
●Instead of hiring a tour guide, hop on a canal boat. They’re inexpensive and will give you a unique point of view of the city.
Check out our homepage to view price comparisons for flights, hotels, and rental cars before you book.
1. What can be learned about Amsterdam from this passage?| A．The Van Gogh Museum lies in the South District. |
| B．The Canal Ring is a place to attract garden lovers. |
| C．The Old Centre is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. |
| D．Amsterdam is called the “Venice of the North” because of its location. |
| A．arrange a guided tour | B．buy train tickets at the counter |
| C．reserve a hotel in the South District | D．book flights between mid-March and mid-May |
| A．A magazine. | B．An essay. | C．A report. | D．A website. |
9 . IC’S COOL CAMP
We are working on providing the “best” memorable skating camp for all children. We provide a caring, attentive, and supportive environment for skaters to make new friends and improve their skating skills. Camp is available to skaters from beginner to advanced levels. Skaters will be broken down into groups based on their skill level for certain activities. All camp employees are Safe Sport Certified.
Ages: Must be between the ages of 5 and 14 to attend
PRICING
Thanksgiving Full 3-Day: $195.00 Winter Break Full 4-Day: $260.00 Daily Rate: $70.00
Full Camp Registration includes IC’ s Cool Camp T-Shirt
ADD-ONS
Daily Lunch from Bubbas 33: $8.00 per day
Before / After Care: $15.00 / hr l-hour before care, 2-hour after care
Private Lesson with Jr. Coach: $25.00 for 30 minutes
ACTIVITIES INCLUDED
2.5 hours on the ice
Group on-ice lesson with a figure skating coach Fun off-ice fitness activities
Ice skating practice with friends
Last-day themed performance — parents invited!
WHAT TO BRING TO CAMP
Jacket or sweatshirt Water bottle Gloves
Extra snacks
REFUND (退款) POLICY
No refunds after the camp has started, unless injury with a doctor’s note.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Have more questions on our Skating Camps? Contact our Skating Department! E-mail:Skating@AHCenterice.com
Phone:(813)803-7372
1. What can be learned about the camp?| A．It divides campers by age. | B．It offers qualified coaching. |
| C．It concerns a variety of ice sports. | D．It is for both kids and adult skaters. |
| A．$520.00. | B．$455.00. | C．$390.00. | D．$330.00. |
| A．Eating snacks. | B．Doing off-ice activities. |
| C．Having private lessons with a camp coach. | D．Getting fees back without particular reasons. |
10 . River Beach Community now offers various programs free of charge. Please call (608) 7898640 for details.
Coping Skills
Tuesdays; December 8, December 22 1 p. m. -2 p.m. on www.Zoom.com
Do you need a little help coping with life? Don’t we all? Come and join us for casual conversation and helpful information.We will discuss a variety of topics, including healthy ways to cope with change and life transitions as we age.
Fill Your Cup
Fill Your Cup is a personalized one-hour session held on Mondays or Thursdays. Looking for a way to be social while still being safe? This program is designed to help you recharge your batteries in a way suitable for you. Bring your coffee and we’ll chat! Bring your exercise shoes and we can stretch together! Whatever helps you “fill your cup”, we can figure out a plan together.
Connect 2 Nature
Fridays; December 4, December 18 11 a.m.- 12:30 p.m.on www.Lifesize. com
Join us as we explore a range of topics related to nature and discover how the environment impacts our health and well-being. We will learn from local experts and share in casual conversation about all things environmental.
New Device Tech Help
Thursdays; December 3, December 17 11 a.m.- 12 p.m.
New Site at St. Andrews Street (if open, please call before attending!)
Do you have questions about a new device or just need some help with your device? Bring in your cell phone, tablet, iPad, or any other technology item that you may have and La Crosse Library staff will be ready to help with your questions.
1. How can participants benefit from Fill Your Cup?| A．By taking stretching exercises alone. |
| B．By designing team plans to improve skills. |
| C．By enjoying friendly talks with free drinks. |
| D．By enlarging social circle in a relaxing way. |
| A．Coping Skills | B．Fill Your Cup |
| C．Connect 2 Nature | D．New Device Tech Help |
| A．They feature online activities. |
| B．They promote social interaction. |
| C．They provide professional instructions. |
| D．They advocate environmental protection. |
