In November 1979, pupils in England were able
2 . RUN FOR FUN
COME AND RUN WITH US
Come and join us for the 6th Run for Fun and let’s make it a day to remember. This event is part of the Run Festival. Race for one mile, with a bag of potatoes.
Members needed
Only teams are needed for the relay race, such as friends, sports clubs and families. Four adults are needed for each team.
Rules to follow
●It’s a short-distance (短距离)race, but runners are supposed to carry a bag of potatoes while running-20 kilos for men and 10 kilos for women.
●Don’t drop the potatoes!
●Men are asked to finish the hurdling. Be careful when you’re jumping over the one-meter-high fences(障碍物)while running. Safety first.
More information
●Date 12th & 13th September
● Location North Park
●Start time 2:00 pm
●Organizer Terry Wilkins
●Contact (联系) us Call Murray Green at (02) 92136116
What you get
●Free entry
●Finisher’s medal
●Bag of potatoes
1. Which statement about Run for Fun is true?A.It is a long-distance race. |
B.It is only free for finishers. |
C.Its organizer is Murray Green. |
D.It has already been held five times. |
A.she is not free on 13th August |
B.her team members are all adults |
C.she wants to take part on her own |
D.she can’t carry 20 kilos of potatoes |
A.A true story. | B.A news report. |
C.A shopping poster. | D.An activity introduction. |
3 . Where to Buy Art Online
Buying a piece of art is easier than ever. Now, art is at the tip of your fingers thanks to the internet. Here are platforms available for all prices and tastes.
ARTFINDER
ArtFinder focuses on selling original and limited edition artwork from independent artists around the world. With 5,700 five-star review son TrustPilot, ArtFinder is a reliable source for affordable art. Buyers like the simple purchasing process and appreciate the accurate representation of the artwork on the website. If you aren't satisfied with what you receive, the platform has a 14-day return policy.
FINE ART AMERICA
Fine Art America is the world's largest online art marketplace. It is home to hundreds of thousands of artists, photographers and global brands. You can also search thematic collections by high-level brands like Rolling Stone, so it's a good choice if you are looking for a print of a famous photograph. If you aren't satisfied with what you receive, the platform has a 30-day return policy.
ARTSY
If you are looking for a high-end gallery experience from home, check out Artsy. This highly respected platform has over 2 million pieces of art available. Artsy aims to make collecting art easy and allows art lovers to buy artwork and even sell pieces from their collections. Once you've purchased or made an offer, all sales are final.
SAATCHI ART
If you want to purchase from emerging and mid-career independent artists, Saatchi Art is a great option. Saatchi has original pieces and art prints ranging from under $500 to over $10,000. With over60,000 international artists on the platform, there is plenty to choose from. Saatchi has a 14-day return policy for original artwork.
1. What does ARTFINDER focus on?A.Print of a famous photograph. | B.Pieces from personal collections. |
C.Original pieces and art prints. | D.Original and limited edition artwork. |
A.ARTFINDER. | B.FINE ART AMERICA. | C.ARTSY. | D.SAATCHI ART. |
A.To educate. | B.To introduce. | C.To confirm. | D.To propose. |
4 . This is shaping up to be a big year for US theme parks — and we’re not just talking about Disney. From coast to coast, theme parks are opening exciting new rides for people.
Legoland New York Resort
Over Memorial Day weekend, Legoland opened its newest attraction: a Lego-themed water playground where families can play water, slide and beat the heat. There is also a nearby changing area so you can take off your wet swimsuit when you’re ready to head for the park’s land-based attractions.
Universal Studios Hollywood
Though the land has only one ride, Super Nintendo World has more than enough to keep you busy after you race to the finish. Throughout the land, there are interactive challenges where you can collect digital coins and try to secure a top score. You will also find all the souvenirs and clothing you need to complete your experience.
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
The Serengeti Flyer swing ride is currently the world’s tallest and fastest ride of its kind. You’ll rise rapidly above zebras, giraffes and other animals that reside in the park’s 65-acre Serengeti Plain. Because of its extreme nature, the ride has a 48-inch (英寸) minimum (最小的) height requirement.
Busch Gardens Williamsburg
Busch Gardens Williamsburg’s newest coaster (过山车) will have guests racing through the dark while attempting to escape a castle. DarKoaster is a fully indoor coaster with ride vehicles designed to look like snowmobiles. You’ll need them to travel through the strange snowstorm inside the castle.
1. What can visitors do at Legoland New York Resort?A.Play water. | B.Collect digital coins. |
C.Experience a snowstorm. | D.Take the world’s tallest ride. |
A.Great love for animals. | B.Wearing special clothes. |
C.The company of family. | D.Being at least 48 inches in height. |
A.Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. | B.Busch Gardens Williamsburg. |
C.Legoland New York Resort. | D.Universal Studios Hollywood. |
5 . Palacio Principe Real—the Best Hotel in Lisbon
Location
Right in the heart of one of Lisbon’s loveliest districts, where faded palaces mix with buzzing restaurants and concept stores overlook palm-filled parks. Lisbon airport is a 20-minute drive away.
Service and Facilities
Whether you want to ride a horse along a beach at sunset or taste wines, all can be organised. There is a small spa with two treatment rooms offering massages(按摩) and facials, yoga in the mornings and a heated swimming pool in the garden.
Rooms
Some have showers; others have freestanding bathtubs. Some are simply decorated, and others are luxurious(奢华的). But all have a view over the wonderful gardens. Beds are covered with soft cottons, and bathrooms in local limestone(石灰岩) come with heated floors. There are coffee machines, scented candles to light up your bath time and free mini bars with health shots and, what always seems to be missing from hotels, fresh milk for your morning coffee.
Food and Drink
There are well done, simple food drawing on the best ingredients that Portugal has, from the smoked hams to the local cheeses and the freshest catch of the day from the market. Breakfast is à la carte with options such as avocado toast and poached eggs. The Duck Bar, so called after the hotel logo of an Indian runner duck, serves a wide range of Portuguese wines.
Value for Money
Doubles in low season from £457, including breakfast. Doubles in high season from £573, including breakfast. Free Wi-Fi.
Access for guests with disabilities?
There is one room that is suitable for wheelchair users, which makes Palácio Principe Real stand out.
Family-Friendly?
No children under 14.
1. What can guests do when staying at Palácio Principe Real?A.Do yoga. | B.Ride a bike. |
C.Make wine. | D.Learn gardening. |
A.All of them are not the same. | B.Some need more decorations. |
C.They may be noisy at night. | D.They have limestone floors. |
A.Wi-Fi is free of charge in low season. | B.People of different ages are welcome. |
C.Prices are the same all the year round. | D.It is accessible to guests with disabilities. |
6 . ReCreate summer camps are a super-fun and affordable way to spend your summer. Our camps are 100% fun with some valuable skills in Science, Tech, Engineering, Art and Math through the weeks.
June 24th-28th ReCreate Goes to Market(Ages 8-14)
Campers will explore different making skills and through the design thinking model, use those skills to invent something for the purpose of selling. Skills will include 3D Design, design and use of logo, T-shirt design, programming and more. They will get marketing and budget (预算) skills along the way. This fast-moving camp was a huge hit last year!
July 8th-12th Girl-Powered Tech Club(Ages 8-13)
This camp is to give girls a chance to develop and sharpen their skills in programming and understanding technology. They will explore computer skills and more, in an open and fun camp! Girls will bring their robotic animals “to life” through the use of programming and artistic expression.
Notes:
Camps are Monday through Friday at ReCreate from 9: 00 a. m.-3:30 p.m.
(9:00-12:00morning session (场),12:30-3:30afternoon session )
Camps are limited (限定) to 14 campers in total, so sign up before camps fill up!
Campers should bring their own snacks and lunch.
Half Day AM or PM is 8140. // Full Day Camp is $265.
To register, visit recreate. org/summercamps/.
For more information , please call 916-770-9880.
1. Which agrees with the ReCreate Goes to Market?A.It improves children’s grades. |
B.lt helps with children’s creativity. |
C.It pays most attention to marketing skills. |
D.It makes children fall in love with art. |
A.8140. | B.$265. | C.$405. | D.$530. |
A.They take place at the same time. |
B.All children can attend the camps. |
C.Campers must pay for snacks and lunch. |
D.They can hold a certain number of campers. |
2 bedrooms 1 bathroom guests nights minimum
Rental Home
Fenced in with large private quiet yard. Hundred-year-old trees to relax under. I have maintained the 1865 feel and not really changed the lay out much, just modernized her to make her comfortable and yet keep her historic. Fully furnished (配备家具的). Central air-conditioning and Heat. In walking distance to all major attractions, 1/2 block from Duval Street yet private and quiet.
House Rules
Pets are not permitted here. We do not allow guests under the age of 25. If children are accompanied by adults, please note that the house is not childproof. We love our cigars here in Key West and provide ash trays (烟灰缸) outside for this purpose. So PLEASE, no smoking indoors.
Getting Around
Key West has just started an extremely good service which is just 1.5 blocks from Seaside Place. It is called the Loop (环线) Bus. It stops at United and Duval, so you would go out of the house and go right to Duval Street and the bus can be caught there. When you get on the bus, ask for a route map.
Cancellation Policy
100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).
No refund available once booking is confirmed.
1. What do we know about the Mermaids House?A.It keeps its old style. | B.It can be accessed easily. |
C.It offers a formal atmosphere. | D.It has the most modern conveniences. |
A.Adults under 25. | B.No children. |
C.Large pets forbidden. | D.Indoor smoking prohibited. |
A.To advertise. | B.To inform. |
C.To comment. | D.To entertain. |
8 . Activities Information
The Mile High Country Q & Brew
Mile High Station | 6:00-10:00 pm.
Hosted by Tennyson Center for Children, this country music experience will bring Coloradans together to help kids and families have a better life. Enjoy a show by rising country music star Adam Doleac paired with BBQ, drinks and more.
Information and tickets at qandbrew22.givesmart.com.
Monarch Ball Colorado 2022
ISTBANK Center | 6:00-10:00 p.m.
Join us at Butterfly Garden’s yearly party supporting invertebrate (无脊椎动物) protection. Take a magical walk through our Monarch Menagerie full of live monarch butterflies and enjoy a seated dinner, live music, and dancing!
Information and tickets at MonarchBallColorado.org.
Blue Hope Party Colorado
The Seawell Ballroom at the DCPA | 5:30 p.m.
Screen, Care, and Cure (治疗) are the three basics guiding the Colorectal Cancer Alliance’s work and are important to ending colorectal cancer (结直肠癌) in our lifetime. Join the Alliance at the Denver Bash and enjoy dinner, music and exciting games.
Information and tickets at ccalliance.org.
Boulderthon
Boulder, CO | Various start times
Run the Signature Boulder Marathon! Epic (宏大的) finish and After-Party Downtown. Named one of the best new marathons in Colorado. Experience the only course to enjoy wonderful views of the foothills and the first-ever finish line on the Peal Street Mall. Now in 2022: 5k, 10k, and Kids Run! Information and tickets at boulderthon.org.
1. Who would most probably take part in The Mile High Country Q & Brew?A.Teacher. | B.Music lovers. | C.Farmers. | D.Sports stars. |
A.Get close to butterflies. | B.Attend a dance festival. |
C.Enjoy running outdoors. | D.Lear knowledge of health. |
A.They host big games. | B.They start at 6.00 p.m. |
C.They are free for visitors. | D.They take place in Colorado. |
9 . Summer Camps
Kildinan Park Dale Farm
Situated close to the historic town of Battle in East Sussex, south-east England, Kildinan Park Dale Farm offers horse enthusiasts (aged 10—18) around the world a chance to learn English language and skills of horse-riding.
Study programmes & classes include: Residential English + Horse Riding Summer Camp for international students
·Camp Duration: 1, 2 or more weeks
·Home-stay accommodation with an English family.
Ingenium Academy
Located just one hour south-west of London, the Ingenium Academy provides music courses for high school students & young adults aged 13 to 21 from all over the world.
Study programmes & classes include: Piano, Composition, Conducting, Vocal(歌唱部分), etc.
·1 week, 2 weeks or 3 weeks programmes.
·One-to-one lessons with top musicians.
Reach Cambridge
Reach Cambridge offers UK & international high school students aged 14 to 18 the opportunity to gain an invaluable academic experience through a summer course in one of the top educational facilities in the UK.
Study programmes & classes include: Architecture, Biotechnology, Business Management & Economics, Computer Science, Engineering, English Language (ESOL), English Literature & Creative Writing, Mathematics, Medicine & Life, etc.
Language and Music For Life
Founded in 1997, Language and Music for Life (LMFL) offers a unique 2-week summer music and language courses for British & international students (children aged 5+, teenagers & adults) in Wales, UK.
Study programmes & classes include: Conducting, Composition, Violin, Piano, Recorder, Guitar, Drum & Voice classes, Classical Singing, etc.
1. What is special for the campers learning on Kildinan Park Dale Farm?A.They can learn English language. |
B.They can live in British households. |
C.They can learn the history of the UK. |
D.They can learn the skills of raising horses. |
A.Kildinan Park Dale Farm. | B.Ingenium Academy. |
C.Reach Cambridge. | D.Language and Music For Life. |
A.They all provide musical courses. | B.They all provide online training. |
C.They only admit campers over 10. | D.They are open to overseas students. |
10 . College for Kids and Teens has over 40 learning programs for you to choose from.In April there are 4 programs.
Drone(无人机)Adventure-
Have you ever watched the drone light show? Join us and learn the basics of drone flight and the rules.You will first use a flight simulator(模拟器) and then be given a real drone! You will also learn to recognize the various parts of a drone.
Cost:$75.00
Time: 9:00 a.m-4:00 p.m.April 1
Building: Plumley Complex Rome Campus
Kids Yoga(瑜伽)
Experience the joy of yoga.Yoga is a great way for children to reduce stress, as well as improve physical health.
Cost:$50.00
Time:1:00pm-3:00pmApril10-11
Building: Utica Campus
First Lego League Challenge
Design, build and program LEGO® MINDSTORMS-based robots to perform fun missions(任务)on a playing field
Cost: $150.00
Time:1:00pm-4:30pm.April10-13
Building: Utica Campus
Math Review
Are you a student who loves mathematics?Come and get extensive(广泛的)math explanations and problem-solving skills. Bring pencils and a notebook.
Cost: $60.00
Time:4:00pm-6:00pmApril25-27
Building: Utica Campus
1. What will you do in Drone Adventure program?A.Design new drones. | B.Collect used drones |
C.Watch a drone light show. | D.Learn some rules of flying a drone |
Yoga and Math Review?
A.$110.00. | B.$125:00. | C.$200.00. | D.$210.00. |
A.Drone Adventure. | B.Kids Yoga. |
C.First Lego League Challenge. | D.Math Review. |