Bradley Jones9 said:I suppose I’m not entirely sure if anyone would even consider renting out a venue without including catering, given that those margins are likely where they make their real profit... I guess it really just depends on what their specific policies are.
Look, there’s plenty of space available for rent—think community centers, banquet halls, or even just a room at a mid-sized hotel for an evening. It shouldn't be outrageously expensive if you play it right. My main priorities are decent restrooms, enough power outlets, and ideally, having tables and chairs already on-site. I’m picturing something like a press conference room or a small multipurpose room at a local sports complex or boutique hotel. We could spruce the place up a bit, bring in my own sound system, and then just hire a professional catering crew to handle the food and service... Does that sound like a viable plan to you guys? We're looking at a group of about 50 people...
So, regarding the restaurant, their dining room, and the food... yeah, it was fine. Thanks a lot, I guess. Moving on. Any recommendations out there? By the way, we're talking about the San Diego area...
feraljackal21 said:Quick question for you all: what do you think is actually worth the money? (And sorry if I sound a bit blunt discussing such a formal occasion like this). Is it better to rent out a venue and bring in a private catering crew, or just book a restaurant that handles everything themselves? We’re looking at a reception for about 50 to 60 people... thanks in advance for any advice you can give me.
Al, does anyone have any suggestions, tips, or personal experiences to share?
Quick question for you all: what do you think is actually worth the money? (And sorry if I sound a bit blunt discussing such a formal occasion like this). Is it better to rent out a venue and bring in a private catering crew, or just book a restaurant that handles everything themselves? We’re looking at a reception for about 50 to 60 people... thanks in advance for any advice you can give me.
Look, rustysurfer79... everything on your website is perfectly clear. But let’s be real: you have users who are either incredibly lazy or just plain forgetful. They don't bother checking if their ink is running low, and frankly, they aren't exactly eager to go through the hassle of refilling it themselves. It’s just much more convenient when the printer gives you a low-ink warning, allowing you to simply grab a new cartridge—whether it’s a third-party one or an OEM version with a chip—and pop it right in. As for the environmental aspect, this particular user actually makes an effort to separate and properly dispose of the plastic, so I'm certainly not against being eco-friendly.
I completely follow the logic behind the links you provided and I agree with your points. However, since you've gone out of your way to convince me that your company is deeply committed to product quality, I have to ask: have you started offering cartridges with chips, or are we still going to be dealing with the old method? 😉 Of course, I assume it would be wise to hold onto these original cartridges currently in my printer, wouldn't it? Just in case I eventually decide to go the refilling route.
Look, rustysurfer79... everything is explained perfectly on the website... but, obviously, you have to account for the fact that there are some incredibly lazy or forgetful users out there who don't bother checking if their ink is running low—and maybe their hands shake a bit too much to deal with refilling it themselves. On top of that, it’s just plain easier when the printer gives you a low-ink warning so you can simply grab a new cartridge (whether it's a third-party one or an original with a chip) and pop it in. As for this particular user, I even strip off the plastic and dispose of it properly; I'm certainly not an enemy of the environment.
I completely follow the logic behind the links you provided and I agree with them, but since you've convinced me that rustysurfer79 is a company that truly cares about product quality, tell me: have you introduced cartridges with chips yet, or are we still going to have issues with compatibility?? 😉 Naturally, I assume it would be wise to hold onto these original cartridges currently in my printer, wouldn't it, just in case I decide to go the refill route later on?
I’ve been getting pretty good use out of my Canon Pixma iP4300 for several years now, and up until this point, I’ve strictly stuck to the original manufacturer inks...
However, I am now looking to make the switch over to third-party cartridges equipped with chips.
I would appreciate it if you could share your personal experiences regarding aftermarket inks and provide recommendations for any specific brands you consider to be top-tier in terms of quality!
I've been heading down that same line of thinking myself. Following that logic, I actually decided to take things a step further. I've settled on picking up an all-in-one inkjet device
HP Envy 7640e
It’s intended for my home office... just scanning the occasional photo or sketch here and there, plus you can never go wrong having a reliable printer on hand. This particular model seems like the best value given the number of individual ink cartridges available (which I can pick up with a chip for about $8, or much cheaper if I skip the chip), and the scanner resolution is quite decent for a unit like this—actually higher than the resolution on the scanner that recently died on me, which served my office needs perfectly well.
Ronald Thompson32 said:I'm actually curious about this too... it's not even about getting any money back, I just don't want to throw it all in the trash. I have a massive mountain of CDs sitting here. What am I supposed to do with them?
At recycling centers or even just at the dump, there are usually bins specifically labeled for 'e-waste.' I assume that's where you'd drop stuff like this off...
I'll try to avoid starting a whole new thread here...
I'm running into a wall trying to convert files into DivX or xvid...
The issue is, even when I follow every online tutorial to a T, the DivX or xvid files I produce just don't have that crisp quality you see in an Axxo release or anything else I download from the web.
It’s a total mystery to me. I’m using the default settings in my software (Gordian Knot), running two passes, and capping the file size at a standard 700MB CD capacity—all while keeping everything set to 'high quality.'
Meanwhile, I'll download movies that are roughly the same size, ripped from a DVD, and the quality is night and day better.
It's getting pretty frustrating.
Has anyone else dealt with this? Does anyone actually have a solution for this, or maybe a tutorial I haven't stumbled upon yet??
Kate Brooks57 said:Why on earth would they air such a fantastic series at these ridiculous hours? Some of us actually have things to do in the morning!
Exactly, that’s my dilemma too... recording them is the only way out... :-)
On a side note... I need some help here. I'm certain someone else out there is still recording this show, because I somehow managed to miss two episodes:
5.6 "birds of a Feather" and this new one from yesterday: 5.7 "Rosebud".
If you're too embarrassed to upload the files, at least point me toward some American subtitles for these two episodes, because I haven't been able to track them down in any decent quality...
Look, this post might get me banned, but I'll take the risk... I'm genuinely gutted that I missed them.
Christian Murphy92 said:I’m honestly about to grab a shotgun and march straight into the CNN headquarters. They can't just pull Northern Exposure off the air because of some trashy show like Nikita that nobody even watches, or because of those scammers over at some shady cable network. To hell with their capitalist greed...
Hmm... I actually think Nikita is perfectly fine. I've seen much worse shows out there...
No, I have to agree... Northern Exposure is the GOAT... unless we're talking about Malcolm in the Middle or maybe the Inspector Montalbano series.... :-)
Steven Peterson37 said:Yeah, those DVDs feature non-original music, and they were released by the Los Angeles Times. I honestly have no idea if you can find them anywhere else.
I don't quite follow what you mean about the music being non-original... I own every single one of those DVDs released by the Los Angeles Times, and I personally don't notice any difference compared to when I watched the series on TV during its original run.
Everything is a perfect 5 out of 5, but unfortunately, they didn't release anything past season 3.... and there are still seasons 4, 5, and 6 out there... :-(