LUG & TANTRUM

Bob The Beagle wanted to remind you that because of Tantrum, if Brun dies Lug will not go wild but will instead he frenzies every round until he is destroyed. So stay out of the way of an angry bear!

WORKING WITH STYRENE

Bob says that you should click over to Trains.com and read the article by Jeff Wilson about styrene. The article is filled with great tips and tricks about how to work with styrene. Check it out, and maybe learn something new!

EVENT REPORTING FROM THE VAULT

Here's a write up of the 350 Tourney that went down at The Vault in Greensburg, PA

COVERING YOUR TRACKS

This is a little trick from Walthers.

If you're making some mining or railroad terrain for use with your WARMACHINE or HORDES games, you might find that dealing with modelling your railroad tracks can be difficult. If you choose to use regular model railroad track rather than plastic toy tracks, here's some helpful hints.

(By the way if you are using toy tracks instead, I recommend the Thomas the Train engine trackmaster packs. O Scale railroad cars usually fit well enough for scenery purposes, and it's inexpensive.)

Plastering, painting, adding flock, and gluing in ballast can get interesting when you're working around tracks.

As soon as you lay the cork roadbed down under the tracks, and then put the tracks into place using glue, keep it clean by covering it with painter's tape. I use Scotch Blue tape, but you can use whatever you'd like. The painter's tape will peel off easily but you could also use electrical tape if you like, although sometimes this leaves a sticky residue.

Lave the tape in place while you do your thing, and then peel the tape off when you are ready to add ballast.

When the ballast is in place, run an abbrasive-type cleaner across the top of the metal shanks of the railroad track to make it clean and shiny again.

Then get your game on.

PETS & JULY 4TH

As the country dons its red, white and blue to celebrate Independence Day, nothing says patriotism like a good old-fashioned barbecue with a side of fireworks. But what’s fun for people can often be a downright drag for our furry friends. The ASPCA offers some advice to help you keep your pets singing, “Oh Say Can You See,” all the way to the Fifth.
- Keep your pets on the wagon. Alcohol is potentially poisonous to pets, so place your wine, beer and spirits out of their reach.
- Avoid scraps from the grill. Any change in your pet’s diet can result in stomach upset. Plus, certain foods like onions, avocado, grapes and raisins can be toxic.
- Bugs biting? Avoid lathering your pet with any insect repellent or sunscreen not intended for the four-legged kind.
- Don’t let Spot start the fire. Keep your pet away from matches and lighter fluid, which, if ingested, can be extremely irritating to the stomach, lungs and central nervous system.
As the sun sets on the Fourth, remember that fireworks are not a dog’s best friend. Dr. Pamela Reid, Vice President, ASPCA Animal Behavior Center, recommends that you keep your dog at home, instead of taking him to your neighborhood display. “He’ll be much happier at home listening to classical music,” says Dr. Reid. “Also, be sure to keep him inside, instead of in the backyard, since even the most timid dog can leap a six-foot fence if he’s scared enough.”
If your dog suddenly shows signs of distress from outside noise, “relocate to the basement or another quiet part of the house,” suggests Dr. Reid. “Or try giving him a Kong toy stuffed with peanut butter. The persistent licking should calm his nerves.”
If you anticipate that your pet will be scared on the Fourth, talk to your vet. He may prescribe a mild sedative, which should be administered one hour before the festivities begin. Please read our other holiday tips, and have a safe and saucy Fourth of July!

SEWICKLEY CAFE

Sewickely Cafe

409 Beaver St.,

Sewickley PA

412-749-0300

Highly recommended.

Nice atmosphere.

Friendly service.

Excellent food.