Helioseismology provides unique insights into the structure and
dynamics of the solar interior. Continuous high-resolution
helioseismic observations now cover more than one 11-year solar
cycle, and whole-disk observations extend over an even longer time-
span. I shall discuss what is known from helioseismology about the
solar interior that may be relevant to the solar cycle and focus in
particular on recent analyses of subsurface flows and mean
frequencies comparing the present solar minimum with the previous
one. I shall also indicate where progress in further understanding
of the roots of solar and stellar activity will likely be
forthcoming through local helioseismology with the Solar Dynamics
Observatory and through asteroseismology of solar-like stars with
the Kepler satellite.
CG-1 South Auditorium
1:30
Monday November 23, 2009
There is one week left for the Smart Choices 2010 Open Enrollment. The
Smart Choices Web site is available for employees to make Health
Insurance, Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account
selections through Monday, November 30, 2009, 5:00 pm.
Please be aware that each year you have to reenroll in your Health
Care or Dependent Care Flexible Spending and your Health Savings
Account. If you do not go into Connect and indicate how much you
would like to contribute for next year, you will not have a Health
Care or Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account or contribute to a
Health Savings Account for 2010.
Log in to Connect at
https://webapps.fanda.ucar.edu/hrisConnect/employee. Once you enter
the above URL, type in your login ID and password-the same login and
password you use to complete your timecard. Then click on the open
enrollment link.
Won't you brighten this holiday season for Boulder-area children in
need? Share-A-Gift is an all-volunteer annual holiday project that
provides toys, bikes, and books for children of low income families
in the Boulder area since 1972. (Share-A-Gift is the Boulder County
distributor for the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys-for-Tots campaign.)
Share-A-Gift is asking for donations for this worthy cause. UCAR has
four locations where you can bring toys or other donation items.
Just look for the brightly colored boxes with the Share-A-Gift signs.
Items most needed include:
Toys (new or nearly-new; unwrapped)
Books (new or nearly-new; unwrapped)
All donated items are tax deductible.
Drop-Off locations:
FL-2 Lobby near the receptionist desk
CG-1 Lobby near the receptionist desk
ML-in the main lobby just below the mezzanine
UCAR Kids Holiday Party on Saturday 5 December at CG1
Bring in your items soon. The boxes will be picked up on TUESDAY,
DECEMBER 15.
Thank you for your generosity during this giving season.
For more information, contact Cindy Worster at ext. 1101, cmw@ucar.edu, or see the Web page at Share-A-Gift .
Check out the exciting variety of training and development
opportunities available to you in December! For details and
registration information, visit the Staff Development Catalog via
Connect at: https://www.fin.ucar.edu/hrisConnect/employee.
Log on using your UCAS (timecard) login and password, click Training &
Education Tab at top of page, and click “Staff Development Catalog.”
Click “Display” to view full catalog listings, or search by class;
click "Details" to view dates/times/locations, and “Enroll."
Don’t miss these opportunities, register now! Have questions or need
additional resources? Contact Cheryl Cristanelli, x8708, cherylc@ucar.edu.
DECEMBER SESSIONS
Forklift Operator Online Training
(2 hr Online Training + Driving Test Required for Certification)
Online modules available 24/7 throughout fiscal year
For additional information contact: Milenda Powers, x8625,
mpowers@ucar.edu.
Vouchers are still available to get "seasonal" flu vaccinations at
select Passport Health locations. Open to UCAR employees, retirees,
their spouses/partners and dependent children 18-25 years of age.
Seasonal flu vaccination shots are FREE to eligible participants.
Optional nasal FluMist, for the seasonal vaccine, is also available
upon request with a $19 co-pay, to be paid by participants (payable
to Passport Health --cash, checks, credit cards, and medical debit
cards accepted).
Vouchers are redeemable only at these select Passport Health locations
by appointment only. Vouchers will be available through December 31,
2009, or while vaccine supplies last.
Passport Health (Boulder)
2355 Canyon Blvd, Suite 100
Boulder, CO 80302
303-442-8728
Passport Health (DC)
2021 K Street NW., Suite 310
Washington, DC 20006
202-561-3600
Passport Health (Silver Spring)
1734 Elton Road
Suite 112
Silver Spring, MD 20903
Phone: 301-408-4544
Passport Health (Largo)
1100 Mercantile Lane
Suite 135
Largo, MD 20774
Phone: 301-408-4544
Passport Health (NJ)
Princeton Pike Corporate Center
993 Lenox Dr., Suite 200
Lawrenceville, NJ 08648
Phone: 732-345-0029
Passport Health (Bethesda)
10401 Old Georgetown Road
Bethesda, MD 20814
Phone: 301-408-4544
For more information or to receive a voucher, contact Cheryl
Cristanelli, x8708, cherylc@ucar.edu. Sponsored by your friends on the
Wellness Advisory Committee (WAC).
This event is offered as a service to staff, and participation is
voluntary. UCAR does not endorse or recommend any products or services
associated with this event.
Now through January, 2010, the works of two NCAR artists, Carlye
Calvin and Jamaica Jones, will be on display in the FL2 Library.
Carlye, the UCAR photographer, is best known for her images of
storms, clouds, and scientists roaming unfriendly terrain. In this
new show, she shows off a more colorful side with nostalgic images
taken along Route 66.
Complimenting the photographs is a collection of jewelry by Jamaica
Jones. Once a professional jewelry designer, Jamaica creates delicate
works from vintage glass, vintage lucite, crystal and sparkling gems.
For more information, contact Jamaica Jones at ext. 2674, jamaica@ucar.edu.
As the holidays approach, here are some novel ways to explain what you're working on to
neighbors, friends, and family.
* Hot Questions about Climate Change: For folks still scratching their heads about global
warming, this site provides quick coverage of four all-too-frequently asked questions plus
ways to go deeper into the answers:
--http://www.ucar.edu/climate
* YouTube: We've posted audio versions of the Hot Questions on the NCAR & UCAR
YouTube channel, plus dozens more interviews, visualizations, animations, and other cool
video. (There's a new EOL channel, too).
--http://youtube.com/ncarucar
* Twitter: The HIAPER Pole-to-Pole Observations project has a Twitter channel, as do
five other groups. Whether you're already tweeting or just curious, you can read updates
from across NCAR & UCAR in one place.
--http://twitter.com/AtmosNews/ncarucar
Find all our social networks at the link below. Happy holidays!
Learning the method of Pilates is like having the owner's manual to
the body. Classes are non-impact, designed to build strength and
flexibility. Pilates mat exercises are perfect for home and travel
as no equipment is necessary.
Christine is Gold Certified by the Pilates Method Alliance
(pilatesmethodalliance.org) and has taught Pilates for over twelve years.
The cost for a six-week session is $50 or $10 drop-in fee.
Save 20% off the ticket price on all Boulder Chamber Orchestra general (adult) ticket orders
for the 2009-2010 season. This discount is brought to you by the Employee Activities
Committee. Please enter the promo code NCAR to receive the discount. For more
information or to purchase tickets online, visit http://boulderchamberorchestra.org.
For more information, contact Janet Scannell at ext. 1093, anstett@ucar.edu.
Purchase discount tickets for the Colorado Ballet and the Colorado
Symphony Orchestra. This discount is brought to you by the Employee
Activities Committee.
Colorado Ballet: Save 15% on any performance for the 2009-2010 season.
Tickets may be purchased by calling the box office at 303.837.8888, ext. 2 or in person at
Colorado Ballet, 1278 Lincoln Street, Denver, CO 80203. Please mention the promo code
NCAR to receive the discount. For more information or to purchase
tickets online, visit http://coloradoballet.org.
Colorado Symphony Orchestra: Save 20% on any performance for the
2009-2010 season. Tickets may be purchased by calling the box office
at 303.623.7876 or in person at Boettcher Concert Hall, 1000 14th
Street, Denver, CO 80202. Please mention the promo code NCAR to
receive the discount. For more information or to purchase tickets
online, visit http://coloradosymphony.org/.
For more information, contact Janet Scannell at ext. 1093, anstett@ucar.edu.
NCAR and EcoArts Connections Present
Visualizing Climate Change:
The Work of GHG Photos
September 17, 2009 - December 31, 2009
Named after the scientific shorthand for “greenhouse gases” the
photographers of GHG Photos have traveled the world to document the
causes and effects, as well as the attempts to mitigate and adapt to a
changing climate. Visualizing Climate Change brings together the work
of the handful of photographers who have dedicated the last couple
years of their life to illustrating the changing climate. The images
capture a range of subjects including forest fires, floods, glacial
retreat, sea level rise, arctic habitat loss, and a myriad of other
effects the world is experiencing.
The show was designed by GHG Photos with the Henry Gregg Gallery and
premiered at the NY Photo Festival. It features the work of Gary
Braasch, Ashley Cooper, Benjamin Drummond, Peter Essick, Steve
Kazlowski, and Joshua Wolfe.
For more information, contact Linda Carbone at ext. 1185, lcarbone@ucar.edu.
