How to save money on gas

~ contributed by Sage Creamer, Social Media Intern

The gas prices are getting higher and higher this year. For some people it’s been difficult to afford it. So here are some tips you can follow for saving money.

Use your smart phone app stores are full of free and paid tools for finding the cheapest gas, usually using the GPS in your phone to locate the nearest pumps. 

How To Eliminate Excess Moisture From Your Home

Today’s well-built, well-insulated homes can trap excess moisture and condensation inside, especially if you have inadequate ventilation. Evidently, a dripping pipe can cause water damage inside your home. To find problems before they cause damage, here are some tips.

My Adventures at the Lee Strasberg Institute of Theater & Film - Week 6

~ contributed by Sandra Costanzo, Social Media Intern

Saturday, 2/19/2011, was my 6th week at the Lee Strasberg institute of theater and film! We worked on many new things from poem reading to a new type of censory exercise.

Censory is when we have to act like we have an object or are doing an activity when don't have an object or aren't doing that specific activity.

The 83rd Academy Awards

~ contributed by Shannon Galaway, Social Media Intern
The most anticipated award show for films, the 83rd Academy Awards, will air February 27,2011 on ABC at 8 eastern time. This night like many other nights is filled with anticipation for the awards and the red carpet. With so many amazing movies up for nominations, it will be hard to pick the winners.

There are so many categories for the Academy Awards filled with spectacular movies. One of the main categories is Best Picture. The nominees for this category are, "Black Swan", "The Fighter", "Inception", "The Kids Are All Right", "The King's Speech", "127 Hours", "The Social Network", "Toy Story 3", "True Grit", and "Winter's Bone." Another major category is Actor In A Leading Role. The nominees for this category are, Javier Bardem in "Biutiful", Jeff Bridges in "True Grit", Jesse Eisenberg in "Social Network", Colin Firth in " The King's Speech", and James Franco in "127 Hours." Another major category is Actress In A Leading Role. The nominees are, Annette Bening in "The Kids Are All Right", Nicole Kidman in "The Rabbit Hole", Jennifer Lawrence in "Winter's Bone", Natalie Portman in "Black Swan", and Michelle Williams in "Blue Valentine."

How to Prevent Costly Leaks

Water damage – whether caused by leaks or condensation – can do more than cause unsightly stains in your home.  It can cause permanent structural damage to the home and erode its strength.

When damage is from poor or infrequent maintenance, neglect or general deterioration, water damage isn’t covered by your insurance policy. But proper home maintenance can help you prevent messy and costly repairs to your home. Defend your home by stopping that leak before it starts.