1 . COOKING CLASSES
Whether you are a green hand in the kitchen or on your way to becoming the next celebrity chef, our cooking classes suit all ability levels. Join us for an enjoyable and informative time in the kitchen, learning some new skills and easy-to-recreate dishes to impress your family at home!
Highlights:
·Taught by experienced chefs in a professional and enjoyable environment. Feel comfortable asking them questions.
·Learn the importance of proper knife skills that will help speed up your prep time and promote the safety of using knives in the kitchen.
Please note:
·Suitable for teens over 13.
·Drinking water is provided throughout the class.
·Most dietary requirements can be satisfied with advance notice. Please contact us at least 2 business days before the class if you have any dietary requirements or allergies (过敏).
·If you have attended one of our classes previously, please note in the Special Comments section the items you have cooked previously so we can avoid repeating the same items where possible.
Upcoming classes:
| DIY Dumplings | AU $150.00 | Weeknight evenings from 6:00 pm & Saturday or Sunday mornings at 10:30 am | 12 guests |
| Middle Eastern Banquet | AU $140.00 | Weeknight evenings from 6:30 pm & Saturday at 10:00 am | 10-14 guests |
| Easy Home Cooking | AU $130.00 | Weeknight evenings from 7:00 pm & Saturday at 3:00 pm | 10-12 guests |
| Perfect Pasta & Gnocchi | AU $120.00 | Weeknight evenings from 7:30 pm & Saturday at 10:30 am or 3:00 pm | 10-12 guests |
1. Who would most probably sign up for the classes?
| A．A celebrity chef. | B．A 15-year-old beginner cook. |
| C．A man who cares about food safety. | D．A mom who’s no good with knives. |
| A．Ask experienced chefs for advice. | B．Avoid attending any of the classes. |
| C．Report your requirements in advance. | D．Leave a note in the Special Comments section. |
| A．DIY Dumplings. | B．Perfect Pasta & Gnocchi. |
| C．Middle Eastern Banquet. | D．Easy Thai Home Cooking. |
| A．An instruction book. | B．A tourist brochure. |
| C．A celebrity chef’s class. | D．An advertisement for trainees |
2 . Four Theaters in Minnesota
Lakeshore Players, Inc.Lakeshore Players is one of Minnesota’s oldest community theaters producing musicals, children’s shows, and a yearly Festival of 10-Minute Plays. It also offers youth & adult acting classes and a summer youth project in which students perform as well as giving help in the field of acting. Besides, there is some local food and drinks to choose from.
Hours & Dates: Tuesday-Friday, 10 am to 3 pm.Rates: $25 with free parking.
Stevie Ray’s Comedy Cabaret
Laugh with the Stevie Ray’s Comedy Troupe (剧团) as the members create immediate comedies (喜剧) based on the audience’ suggestions. Besides, full food and drink service is provided during the show.
Hours & Dates: Fridays & Saturdays at 8 pm.Rates: $28 for the show only; $43 for dinner and the show.
Pillsbury House＋Theatre
Pillsbury House＋Theatre is a multi-cultural company of artists. In partnership with Pillsbury United Communities, one of the largest human services organizations in the state, Pillsbury House＋Theatre is a model for social services and arts organizations nationwide.
Hours & Dates: All main stage productions open on Fridays and run from Wednesday to Saturday in the following week at 7:30 pm.Rates: All main stage ticket prices range from $10-$20. Chicago Avenue Project productions are free for the public.
Mantorville Theatre Company
Melodramatic (情节剧式的) productions are presented for families in the summer and quality theatrical productions are offered for the rest of the year.
Hours & Dates: Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30 pm; Sundays at 2 pm.Rates: Melodramas are $10 for adults and $8 for students/seniors. Full-length shows are $I5 for adults and $13 for students/seniors. Musicals are $20 for adults and $17 for students/seniors.
1. How is Stevie Ray’s Comedy Cabaret different from the others?
| A．It offers acting instruction. | B．It produces shows for families. |
| C．It includes affordable food service. | D．It stresses communication with the audience. |
| A．Lakeshore Players, Inc. | B．Stevie Ray’s Comedy Cabaret. |
| C．Pillsbury House＋Theatre. | D．Mantorville Theatre Company. |
| A．$8. | B．$10. | C．$16. | D．$20. |
3 . 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). |
4 . Oaks Farms is a combination of experiences that are designed to keep your students engaged in fun and exciting learning opportunities. We are truly a classroom without walls, offering educator-developed programs and field trips. We invite you here to explore sustainability (可持续发展), which includes not only the environment but also animal welfare, safety and our community.
The Pig Adventure
This program will help you learn all about pork and its benefits and discover the growth cycle of pigs from little babies to full grown-ups. Monitor the development of baby pigs and see how the farm works at the Pork Education Center. You will get first-hand knowledge about how our feeding system works.
The Dairy Adventure
This program encourages you to play as you learn, by opening up a fun space for dairy discovery including learning how to use a “real” station. Understand the nutrition of the animal products, and how robots are used in the Voluntary Milking System. You can start at the entrance to the adventure, and then stop by our Birthing Barn, which is an independent education center, and take a look inside.
The Crop Adventure
Explore the Crop Adventure program to learn about the importance of working to feed
8 billion people, the many uses of corn outside of consuming it, and how we can be sustainable with limited resources. See how a tractor (拖拉机) can tell you about the nutrients in the soil. Explore how technology assists farmers and the amazing biodiversity on the Farmer’s Garden.
The Pig Adventure ($3/student)
The Dairy Adventure ($5/student)
The Crop Adventure ($4/student)
Whole Adventures — include admission to the Pig Adventure, the Dairy Adventure, and the Crop Adventure ($7/student)
1. What is Oaks Farms?| A．A special tour zone. | B．A creative program. |
| C．An educational base. | D．An adventurous activity. |
| A．Taste some delicious milk products. | B．Witness the smart milking process. |
| C．Explore the process of pigs’ growth. | D．Understand the importance of nutrition. |
| A．$7. | B．$8. |
| C．$9. | D．$10. |
5 . 2023 Illustration Competition
Enter the competition most respected and admired in the industry for creativity in illustration, the Communication Arts Illustration Competition. Selected by distinguished professionals, the winning entries will be distributed worldwide in the Communication Arts Illustration Annual and on commarts. com, ensuring important exposure of the creations. Each winner will receive a professionalized Award of Excellence; made from solid aluminum, and an award certificate. Communication Art’s Award of Excellence is one of the most desired awards. If chosen, winning places you in the highest ranks of your profession.
What To Enter With
Any illustration first published or produced from Jan. 2022 to Jan. 2023 is qualified. Entries may originate from any country. Descriptions in English are necessary for the judges to read.
Entries Can Be Submitted In The Following Formats
Digital Images: RGB images in JPG format with a maximum file size of 2 MB. GIF images maybe livelier, but would be turned down, and so would the PNG ones.
Motion Entries: In MOV, MP4 or MPG format, with a maximum file size of 500 MB.
Illustration Competition Categories & Entry Fees
| Category | Single Illustration | Series of Illustrations |
| Books (covers, jackets etc. ) | $ 40 | $ 80 (limit of 5) |
| Motion (media for films, videos, etc.) | $ 90 | $ 180 (limit of 3) |
| Student Work | $ 20 (Image) $ 45 (Video) | $ 40 (Images, limit of 5) $ 90 (Video. limit of 3) |
For more categories, please download the category PDF.
Late Fees
Entries must be registered no later than Jan. 13, 2023. Entries registered after that date will be charged a fee of $10 each. No entries can be registered after Jan, 27, 2023.
1. What attracts you to enter the competition?| A．High recognition in the industry. |
| B．Exposure to distinguished works. |
| C．Communication with professionals. |
| D．A personalized Award of Excellence. |
| A．A newly produced video in MKV. |
| B．A series for jackets of 4 illustrations. |
| C．A single for student work in Chinese. |
| D．A PNG image with a file size of 2 MB. |
| A．$ 180. | B．$ 190. | C．$ 200. | D．$ 210. |
The long-awaited TV series Blossoms Shanghai has been released in two versions — Mandarin (普通话) and the Shanghai dialect — on Dec 27, quickly soaring as one of the
Amid his journey to success, the protagonist (主角) has received help from multiple
7 . Anne Frank Walking Tour—360 Amsterdam Tours
Description
As one of the most tolerant cities in Europe, Amsterdam became the “safe place” of the Jewish community during the 16th and 17th centuries. In this 2-hour tour, our expert guide from 360 Amsterdam will relate the past of a city that suffered the horrors of World War II, through the perspective of Anne Frank. Discover the story of Anne’s diary and how it was published. Find out how the Dutch treated the Jews of Amsterdam, as in the case of Anne Frank.
The tour shows the old Jewish Quarter to the Anne Frank House. Our professional guides will bring history to life and narrate how things unfolded during these times of terror.
Recommended: For people interested in European history.
What’s included?
•Local guide in English(Spanish, German, Italian, French, Portuguese and Dutch).
•A walking tour about Anne Frank and W. W. II throughout the historical sites of Amsterdam.
What’s not included?
•Entrance ticket to the Anne Frank House
•Food and Beverages
•Transportation
•Tips to the guide
•Entrance ticket to the Jewish Museum and the Portuguese Synagogue
Additional information
Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the departure of the tour and buy your tickets online in advance.
Tickets to the Anne Frank House must be purchased in advance and online as there are assigned time slots to enter the museum.
Meeting point
Tour Starts: Nieuwe Amstelstraat 1— in front of the Jewish Museum.
Look for the orange umbrellas from 360 Amsterdam Tours.
1. What is the main focus of the tour?| A．Bringing history to life. | B．Showcasing Dutch traditions. |
| C．Exploring modern architecture. | D．Discovering famous Dutch writers. |
| A．Tips to the expert guide. | B．A guided walking tour. |
| C．Free food and beverages. | D．Free admission to the museum. |
| A．Holding an orange umbrella. | B．Buying tickets at the entrance. |
| C．Booking tickets ahead of time. | D．Entering the museum 15 minutes earlier. |
8 . Best Sellers In Architecture
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Steeple Chasing:Churches are all around London. They contain art and architectural wonders. Award-winning writer Peter Ross sets out to tell their stories, and through them a story of Britain. Join him as he visits London’s great cathedrals with their histories of fire and love. It is about people as much as place.
E-book Edition: £12.99 Hardcover: £13.67 Paperback: £8.99
The Art Of Home:In The Art Of Home, the author Shea McGee takes us through every room of the house, starting with an explanation of process and then guiding our entry ways, living rooms, kitchens, offices and kids’ rooms. With step-by-step guidance, Shea helps us transform the most important parts of our lives and how we live.
E-book Edition: £16.99 Hardcover: £19.27
Sort Your Life Out:The first official book from the life-changing BBC show, Sort Your Life Out will give you the tools to transform your home in three simple steps:
1. CLEAN — how to let go and clear out the chaos.
2. SORT — time to sell, donate, recycle and upcycle.
3. SYSTEMISE — learn how to organise, fold and store in a way that is manageable.
E-book Edition: £7.99 Hardcover: £16.99
Never Too Small:Small footprint design proves that living better doesn’t have to mean living larger. Following the success of their first book, the second volume of Never Too Small that explores small space living showcases 30 new and outstanding homes from around the world. The book features beautiful photography and offers an inspiring model for the future of housing.
Hardcover £27.6
1. What is Steeple Chasing about?| A．Exploring history behind London’s churches. |
| B．Spreading knowledge of church construction. |
| C．Showing beautiful photography of great cathedrals. |
| D．Sharing experience of being an award-winning writer. |
| A．They have the same prices. | B．They are both adapted from a show. |
| C．They share the similar focus. | D．They both guide readers in three steps. |
| A．Less is more. | B．Live smaller but better. |
| C．The smaller, the better. | D．Enlarge your space, enlarge your life. |
9 . What is PayQuick?
PayQuick is a fast payment service for shopping in the biggest supermarket in UK — Tesco. It allows you to add your credit or debit card details to the app so you can use your smartphone to pay for your shopping with just one scan, which means you can go wallet-free in all UK Tesco stores.
What are the benefits?
●Collect your Tesco points automatically
●Pay for your weekly shopping up to £250
●Use PayQuick offline, even with no signal
●Track your spending in Tesco
However, only one qualifying deal per week will collect the extra Tesco points. Additional payments in the same week won’t receive extra points. Tesco points will be added to your future Tesco points statement.
How to get your PayQuick?
Available to new customers who sign up by 3rd March 2024, the PayQuick app can be downloaded from the App Store or our official website. Once you have the app on your phone, register your personal details on the app to get an account. Note that for each customer, only one account is allowed and a family shared account will not be acknowledged. Finally, with all the preparation work done, you’ll be ready to shop using just your phone.
Plus, there’s no need to worry about your bank details being stored on your phone — they’re all securely protected in our data centers. So not only is it quicker and easier, it’s safer than going shopping with your wallet as well.
1. If customers use PayQuick in UK Tesco stores, they can ______.| A．purchase things only offline |
| B．get their Tesco points automatically |
| C．keep track of their daily spending |
| D．pay for their shopping without limit |
| A．To register by 3rd March 2024. |
| B．To download the PayQuick app. |
| C．To bring their phones with them. |
| D．To share the account with their family. |
| A．To ensure the safety of PayQuick. |
| B．To stress the importance of PayQuick. |
| C．To popularize the use of PayQuick. |
| D．To illustrate the application of PayQuick. |
10 . Great Places to Enjoy Books
Sinan Books，ChinaSinan Books offers a space for learning and thinking to the general public living in the city. Its door has red decoration, showing Sinan Books’ attitude of openness, and its reading space is beautifully decorated with yellow lights. The color green sets off the exhibition spaces. Spaces on the fourth floor are decorated with black and white colors to encourage readers to face themselves.
Paju Book City，South KoreaAs the name suggests, it’s a city of books. The bookstores make lots of book lovers come here. In particular, the yearly Booksori book festival attracts nearly one million visitors. At the festival, the organizers present Paju Book Awards to the great Asian writers, editors, and designers. Besides, you can give your old books in return for those books you want to read in these bookstores. The most popular bookstore is Bomulseom, which carries a quality selection (挑选) of Korean, English, and Japanese books, as well as magazines and albums.
Bonjinsha，JapanBonjinsha is a bookstore dedicated to (致力于) the teaching and learning of the Japanese language. The store in Tokyo has a wide variety of teaching materials for all levels, from beginners to advanced learners. If you are studying or living in Japan and need to improve your Japanese language skills, then Bonjinsha will be a good place to start. Not only is Bonjinsha an established bookstore, but it’s also a famous publishing house in Japan.
College Street，IndiaAlthough it is only 0.9 km long, there is a range of bookstores and publishers right on the street. Perhaps the most well-known bookstores in this neighborhood are Dasgupta & Co., the first bookstore on College Street founded in 1886 with a large number of rare books, and the Bani Library, a family-run business for five generations housing all kinds of textbooks related to all things academic.
1. What is unique about Sinan Books?| A．It’s more popular with teenagers. |
| B．It uses colors to create a better reading atmosphere. |
| C．It often introduces the latest good books to readers. |
| D．It often holds colorful reading festivals. |
| A．communicate with some famous writers |
| B．visit many bookstores with particular themes |
| C．get a special discount on books in Korean |
| D．exchange used books in the bookstores |
| A．Both have a small space. | B．Both encourage guests to buy used books. |
| C．Both have a long history. | D．Both offer rare books at affordable prices. |
