Derek Zephyr Junior at PII recently discovered a planet orbiting a binary star system. "I' love science, how the stars are moving so fast like some kind of dance, but you can't even tell because they are so far away. This is the second planet I've discovered. Perhaps one day students will be able to really have the whole sky charted."
Derek is a member of the Astronomy club and a major in economics.
The Astronomy Club gives $500 to any member that discovers a star as a part of charting the night sky. Each member is asked to donate $25 for a 7 year membership (teens and children are free).
Dressing for Success
by Derek Zephyr
In today's climate how does one dress for success? The peacock Isles focus mainly on tourist business so a suit a tie as such that might work at a bank on the mainland seems out of place and stuffy here, reminding people on vacation of the jobs they left behind.
In island businesses a more casual code is usually assumed. Charles Zephyr, owner of Sunrise Bakery wears a loud blue print and keep his shirt unbuttoned almost to the point of immodesty, but it works. Why? He's selling the island flavor. He's selling the romantic artist stereotype and accenting it with the colors of the island, giving tourist what they want before they even look at the merchandise or try their hand at sculpting.
Beatrice Zephyr does the sam in her own way a pink floral with a fishing cest over it convets the heart of the island, our wildlife and our hobbies, people see the whole of the island in their souvenir purchase.
Dressing for success means something different here on the islands, as it should because what we are selling is not a thing but a feeling.
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| Sunrise Bakery and Studio
Pastries and pottery with a cup O'joe. Have it all at Sunrise Bakery and Artists studio.
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| Charles Zephyr: Our children are growing up, let's hope we raised them right.
| Editor-in-chief: Charles Zephyr
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Business News
Sunrise Bakery Reveiw Positive
Sunrise bakery received it's second positive review from Laela Catnip. "Since the first review the bakery has expanded it's selection and become known as a place for artists to hang out. It's become a great place for locals as well as tourists."
Greenworks Grocery to Close
Greennworks Grocery will be closing during the university school year for the next few years. The owner recent graduate and freshman at Peacock Isle Institute will be attending university and be unable to open the store for normal business hours. Mr. Avalon has said that he will have fully operational hours during summer and winter breaks. He has also redirected some of his suppliers to stop directly at peoples homes, specifically the Zephyr house since in order for the bakery in town to function, fresh food would be necessary.
More Badges Earned Free
More badges were earned in the vocational education awards program. 2 silver badges were earned though the online program. The program is also offered free of charge to students attending PII. 4 bronze badges and a silver badge were awarded to students this year.
"I'm glad I can do this while I go to school. I know my business is suffering without anyone to run it. It's good to know that when I go back the usiness can get better because of my skills.", said freshman Alrick Avalon.
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Greenworks
Grocer Open M-F 9am-7pm, and on Sat. 9am-5pm. Closed Sunday. Open only during winter and summer breaks Basic produce and sundries. | Peacock Isle Institute Online
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Tourist News
2nd Naked Concert at PII Concert Hall
The 2nd annual concert to benefit Native Islander University stipends was hosted by the more exhibitionist members of the student body, or bodies as the case may be. Sole Steepback played piano and the streaker Zayna Nerd sang ballads made popular by Merlin's Hill's Gabriella Newson. Sole even sang some native songs put to an industrial background beat and staging.
This was the second in a series of concerts to raise funds for university students. This year the concert raised almost no money, possibly beacause the new native islander is not so new anymore.
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Jobs
There are no jobs available on the island at this time, however check the Job Board to see which career tracks still have specific openings for Island residents. At this time one position in each career field is open.
Real Estate
There are apartments, residential homes, and retail locations available for any residents of the Islands. Please check with the SHPS at peacockislands@myway.com for details on how you can be part of the Island Experience!
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