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Prepare for the 2012 Quadrantid Meteor Shower

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Try to experience  the “Quadrantid Meteor Shower Expected Early Morning on Jan. 4, 2012” (even if the article was published in a now-defunct online science magazine).

The Quadrantids are the First Annual Meteor Shower for 2012

Quadrantid Meteor image by Navicore
Quadrantid Meteor image by Navicore

We who dwell in Toronto might be able to share this annual event, assuming the skies are clear. We can call this a Toronto event, although we share it with the rest of Ontario; the rest of Canada; the rest of North America (but especially the eastern seaboard); and, well, with the northern hemisphere at off-peak hours.

Although it is indeed an annual event, Toronto and all of eastern North America have the best angle for the Quadrantids this year. That is because our portion of the globe will lead the the earth into the heart of the debris field. It’s just a happy coincidence this year, so hopefully we can take full advantage of the viewing opportunity.

Be sure to find a dark vantage point!

One Quadrantid Secret Revealed Only on DeHaan Services

I left one secret about the Quadrantids out of the original article. These meteors have a better chance than most of turning into fireballs, rather than simply flashing white across the sky.
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Other Promotional Articles for the 2012 Quadrantids

As always, my Blog of Writing includes a free writing tip along with a promotional link to my main article; see “Guide to the 2012 Quadrantid Meteor Shower“.

(Updated 2012-01-17) As I explain in “Preview of Non-Commutative Conditional Probability“, I will also include a link to one article that I used for reference:

PhysOrg. “Quadrantid meteors set to perform on January 4th“.

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Plan to Attend the 2012 Levee at Toronto City Hall

Toronto residents should take the opportunity to shake the mayor’s hand on Monday January 2nd, at the traditional New Year Levée.

The 2012 Toronto New Year’s Day Levee is Only One Day Late

That heading is a joke, friends; it only stings because of the popular perception that government initiatives rarely are delivered on time. You are welcome to add a polite comment about any one government project that was indeed delivered on time. I will double your reward if that project was also under budget. (Unfortunately, the reward only doubles from zero to zero).

"Mascots at Toronto City Hall in 2010" by happyworker
"Mascots at Toronto City Hall in 2010" by happyworker

Usually a Levée is held on New Year’s Day; but this year Toronto’s City Hall staff are being permitted to attend church on Sunday.

Venue Details for the 2012 Toronto New Year Levee

The Toronto Mayor’s New Year Levée will be held in the rotunda of City Hall at Queen and Bay streets, from 2pm to 4pm on Monday January 2nd, 2012.

Mayor Rob Ford, accompanied by some or all city councilors, will greet all guests during that time.

How to Follow Up Your 2012 Toronto City Hall Levee

Last year, the Toronto Star reported that hundreds of people attended. While surely all the guests wished Toronto’s Mayor and councilors well, in keeping with the spirit of the winter solstice festivities, many also briefly advocated their particular causes upon Mayor Rob Ford.

As Amy Dempsey reported in “Rob Ford hears from hundreds at levee“, Mayor Ford’s response is usually “Call me”, here is the contact information for Mayor Rob Ford as found in Toronto City Hall’s “Office of the Mayor: Contact Us” web page:

  • Telephone 416-397-3673
  • E-mail mayor_ford@toronto.ca

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Origins of the Royal Levee

Louis XIV of France introduced the ceremonies of Levée and Couchée in the 18th century.

"Louis XIV of France" by Eusebius@Commons
"Louis XIV of France" by Eusebius@Commons

A representative number of his loyal subjects were permitted to observe Louis XIV rise out of bed (the Levée, meaning “risen”) and go to bed (the Couchée). Perhaps it was more accurate to say these men helped him dress in the morning and disrobe at night.

In light of the difficulty that “Margaret, Princess Warrior” had in interviewing Mayor Ford for “This Hour has 22 Minutes” at his home one morning, it is best to confine the Toronto event to the civic space at Toronto City Hall.

Other Levees in the Toronto Area

Other cities such as Mississauga also hold New Year’s levées, but it would be unfair for this article to give details for one without mentioning all.

I had originally planned to list levées hosted separately by other Toronto city councilors, but my efforts were stymied at the lack of announcements on the Internet. Again, fairness dictates that I not mention the one to which I’m privy by virtue of being on a councilor’s mailing list.

The annual New Year Levée is an enjoyable Toronto event. Thanks for reading “2012 Levee at Toronto City Hall” in my “Toronto Events Winter” blog category.

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Masters Runners to be Masters of the 3000m

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The Ontario Masters Athletics organization will conduct a series of three indoor “Winter Mini Meets” in January and February of 2012, providing a great opportunity to run the 3,000m event.

Limited 3000m Opportunities via Running Room

January 8 Registration

A limited number of registrations will be accepted via the Running Room for competitors in the 3,000 metre event.

The above link brings you to the Jan. 8, 2012 date.

January 22, 2012 Registration

You could also register for Jan. 22, 2012.

February 12, 2012 Registration

You could also register for Feb. 12, 2012.

Important Details for the OMA Mini Meets in Jan. and Feb. 2012

The OMA (Ontario Masters Athletics) will hold these mini-meets Jan. 8 and 22, and Feb. 12, 2012, at York University.

If you are interested in any of the events on any of the dates, then register NOW. This site is not even trying to determine how quickly the slots are being filled.

Entrants must be age 30 or older, and register as male or female. (Yes, small joke, with apologies to the transgendered).
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See the registration and OMA sites for entry costs. Yes, you must pay to play…er, “compete”.

However, I’m sure spectators will be welcome.

Besides the 3,000m events, there will be a significant number of other disciplines: hurdles, sprints, shot put and other field events, and 5,000m runs. Other than the “invitational 5,000m” on Jan. 8, it seems that anyone may register for any event. Read their main site, see if you’re interested in competing, and go for it! The OMA provides their own contact information.

The big deal with Running Room seems to be that registering for the 3,000m via the Running Room website offers a substantial discount to those not already OMA members. However, signing up via the OMA includes the membership fee.

The event will be held at York University, so you need to find your way to Steeles Ave. between Jane and Keele Streets on those Sundays. Events start at noon. Read the fine print to learn about parking fees and any extra fees depending on how you pay your registration fees.

Fauja Singh Age 99 in the ING Luxembourg Marathon 2010 image by Nico* (Nicolas Govetto)
Fauja Singh Age 99 in the ING Luxembourg Marathon 2010 image by Nico* (Nicolas Govetto)

There’s really no reason to bring Fauja Singh‘s picture into this posting, except that the OMA organized a micro-meet just so he could set records back in September 2011. (See “Records and Relays Before the 2011 Scotiabank Toronto Waterfront Marathon”). Plus, by age 100 he is more qualified than most of us to be a “master” runner.

Disclaimer: Neither I nor my business get paid for this post. I cannot accept responsibility if the opportunity is different than I describe it, and especially not if someone makes changes later. Nonetheless, I do welcome polite corrections via the “comments”. Nor am I responsible if you’re not healthy enough to run, but DeHaan Services might be able to help.