Members' Congressional Handbook United States Committee on House Administration

Table Of Content

• Statements From the April 17 Congressional Committee Hearing
• Members' Congressional Handbook
• Staff
• 2024 (118th Congress)

Or the District of one of his or her employing authorities, which is determined by the location of the employee’s primary residence. Government ethics rules exist to promote and enforce the proper conduct of public officials and to maintain public confidence in government. All three branches of the federal government have offices that oversee the ethical conduct of elected officials, officers, and employees. The U.S. Office of Government Ethics covers the executive branch; the Judicial Conference's Code of Conduct and its Committee on Codes of Conduct cover the judicial branch. While much of our work is not public facing, we actively assist and advise on matters across the University.

Statements From the April 17 Congressional Committee Hearing

We are optimistic about the power of the Interim Demonstration Policy and will continue evaluating this policy and other relevant policies over the coming months, and will amend them as necessary to help ensure the safety of the Columbia community. In addition to focusing on the physical safety of students and faculty on campus, we took concrete actions to confront antisemitism and support the Jewish members of our community. To help connect with Jewish students and better understand the needed resources, Columbia’s trustees met with students or attended campus events, including at Hillel. I met with Israeli Defense Forces veterans, for example, in our General Studies program, incredible young women from Israel who were struggling to comprehend the attacks at home. These students shared their fear of being targets walking across campus. In response to hearing devastating information like that, we worked to add resources to hotline and escort services to ensure students who felt threatened could get the protection they needed.

Members' Congressional Handbook

The House will not authorize disbursement of funds to make payments under the terms of the lease agreement until the CAO Office of Administrative Counsel has reviewed the lease and has signed the lease attachment. The MRA may be used to purchase only those items listed below for presentation to honor and recognize constituents for matters of public distinction in connection with official and representational duties. The MRA can be used to purchase informational and educational federal government publications of nominal value to be distributed to constituents, such as pocket constitutions and the U.S. Capitol Historical Society publications (including calendars). Food and beverage expenses related to social activities or social events (e.g., hospitality, receptions, entertainment, holiday or personal celebrations, and swearing-in or inauguration day celebrations) are not reimbursable. Members offices can assist constituents in purchasing U.S. flags.

Staff

We have enhanced the process by which members of our community can institute complaints regarding discrimination and harassment, making reporting easier. We have added additional resources—through both internal staff and hiring external support—to address these complaints. We have enhanced our training process for everyone working with students and student groups and brought in outside training on Title VI and reporting obligations. We’ve also brought in significant outside investigative help to assist in efficient processing of harassment and discrimination complaints, and to allow a more rapid administration of justice. So although there are problems at Columbia, many capable and dedicated people are working hard to address them.

Mixed purpose trips typically involve travel that includes official, campaign and/or privatelysponsored activities. Often this travel is funded by a mix of official, campaign and/or private funds. If the primary purpose is for a non-official event/purpose, the office cannot schedule official activities around the non-official event/purpose to make the travel eligible for congressional offices to be reimbursed.

Publications

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Additionally, we increased the presence of public safety personnel across all of our campuses, hired outside security firms for additional support, and ensured that the NYPD were present or on standby for all major events. This is the first time in 50 years that Columbia has had a police presence on campus during demonstrations. We suspended two student groups, Students for Justice in Palestine and Jewish Voice for Peace, following a series of rules violations and group leaders’ non-responsiveness to our repeated entreaties to comply.

Upcoming Financial Disclosure Clinics & Training

The presence or involvement by the Member or staff does not sufficiently define an activity as official. Printed excerpt from the Congressional Record that are directly related to the individual being recognized for a matter of public distinction. The MRA may be used to pay for postage when the Frank is insufficient, such as certified, registered, insured, express, foreign mail, and stamped, recovery of official items or to return gifts prohibited under House Rules, but cannot be used in lieu of the Frank.

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A Member may not use MRA funds to purchase 1) photos that have been retired from official use, 2) photos from a Member’s campaign, or 3) photos from a political organization. A Member may use MRA funds to purchase photographs that are official in nature, at the established market rate, from outside organizations such as media outlets. In Washington, DC, the MRA cannot be used to purchase furniture and items that are readily supplied by the CAO and AOC. Carpet and draperies are provided by the CAO at no cost to offices every seven years. If an office wants to replace the carpet and draperies earlier, then the Member’s MRA will be charged.

The office is responsible for providing information and guidance to Members and staff, responding to requests for advisory opinions and conducting annual ethics training. The House has added to or changed its rules of conduct several times. In 1977, the House adopted the first financial disclosure rules and limits on outside income, gifts, the franking privilege and foreign travel. Rules were also modified by the Ethics in Government Act of 1978 and the Ethics Reform Act of 1989, which included a ban on honoraria, among other statutory changes. The U.S. House Committee on Ethics, created in 1967, is unique.

The use of volunteers is subject to regulations established by the Committee on Ethics. The use of fellows is subject to regulations established by the Committee on Ethics. Contact the Committee on Ethics at x57103 for more information. Employees who are Non-Exempt from the overtime requirements of the Fair Labor Standards Act, as incorporated by the Congressional Accountability Act, are those who are required to be compensated for all hours worked in excess of 40 hours per workweek. Comply with all the regulations set forth in the Shared Employee Manual. Interns paid by the MRA count against the Member’s employee ceiling utilizing one of the Member’s four temporary positions.

Columbia’s Jewish and Israeli community is large and their experiences vary. The climate for Jewish and Israeli students also varies across Columbia’s seventeen schools. But the complaints from those who have come forward are harrowing and unacceptable. DxD has already hosted events focused on facilitating effective and respectful dialogues amongst those with differing opinions.

It also became clear that our policies and structures in place were not well designed to cope with the unprecedented scale of the challenges we faced. To address this, I along with my colleagues immediately put in place changes. We updated our policies and procedures to respond to the events on our campus, with the goal of ensuring safe and responsible events such that all members of our community can participate in their academic pursuits without fear for their safety. We launched an updated reporting and response process in an effort to make it easier to report allegations of hate speech, harassment, and other forms of disruptive behavior, including antisemitic behavior. This included improved training processes on Title VI and reporting obligations for staff working with students and groups, enhanced reporting channels, and supplementing internal resources through a team of outside investigators. We are in the process of establishing an office with the sole purpose of investigating and responding to allegations of discrimination, including antisemitism, in our community.

Investigations Office of Congressional Ethics

Table Of Content

• Public Report Categories
• d. Trustee Task Force on Antisemitism and Other Efforts by the Trustees
• Safety Is a Top Priority
• Statement of the Chairman and Ranking Member of the Committee on Ethics Regarding Representative Troy E. Nehls
• Statement of Board of Trustees Co-Chair David Greenwald

Importantly, there will be, and have been, consequences for those who fail to abide by the new demonstration policy. The new time and place restrictions on protests and corresponding penalties for noncompliance appear to be reducing the number of events that violate University rules. Students are asking for more events that involve dialogue on the larger issues and can have more conversations with each other. And in the cases where violations occur, we are seeing faster-paced discipline. Our hope is that the changes described here will enable our Jewish community members to feel safe, secure, and welcome at Columbia.

Public Report Categories

If the Board votes to terminate an active preliminary or second-phase review, the subject of the review is notified of this decision. The Ethics Committee appointed two investigative panels to assess charges against Don Young, Representative from Alaska, and against Rep. Robert Andrews, from New Jersey. These panels were charged with investigating allegations of misappropriation of campaign funds by the above mentioned representatives.[6] The panel to investigate Don Young was chaired by Pennsylvania Rep. Patrick Meehan. The other members of the panel were Texas Republican Rep. Mac Thornberry and Massachusetts Democratic Reps. Michael Capuano and William Keating.[7] The panel to investigate Robert Andrews was chaired by Trey Gowdy (R-S.C.) with Del. Pedro Pierluisi Urrutia (D-Puerto Rico) serving as its ranking member.[8] Further information about the specific charges against these representatives can be found on their profile pages, available through the links above. Questions about ethical conduct and the enforcement of ethics rules have been around since the establishment of the first Congress.

d. Trustee Task Force on Antisemitism and Other Efforts by the Trustees

But the response has been different when Jewish and Israeli students lodged similar complaints after October 7. Instead, the focus has shifted from the impact on the audience to the intent of the speaker. While there are policy justifications for either approach, the university cannot use one approach for Jews and another for other groups. Speaking only for myself, I personally would lean in the direction of allowing more speech, even when it is disturbing or offensive. But either way, Jews need to receive the same treatment as other groups. Third, we also have recommended enhancements and clarifications to the university’s antidiscrimination rules.

Safety Is a Top Priority

Only goods authorized under the Recognition of Public Service and Acts of Public Distinction section of the Handbook are permitted to be paid for by the MRA. Members may not spend more than $100 per month to return items not authorized as gifts under House Rules for purposes of returning the item(s) to the donor. Unused postage stamps must be returned to CAO First Call (x58000) at the end of a Member’s service in the House. Items purchased for official presentation by Members to foreign heads of State and other foreign officials are reimbursable.

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Unsolicited mass mailings and communications related to joint meetings and events may only be sent by Members to their own constituents and may only contain the sending Member’s contact information. Expenses which are identical or flat-rate must be divided evenly between the two hosts. Expenses which are billed based on the number of constituents contacted must be divided to reflect an accurate representation of each Member's expenses. Joint virtual meeting expenses may be directly vouchered through the Office of Finance with supporting documentation (invitation, agenda, etc.). Expenses (excluding mail) may be divided to reflect an accurate representation of each Member's expenses, and may be directly vouchered through the Office of Finance with supporting documentation (invitation, agenda, etc.) for the meeting.

Ordinary and necessary expenses for equipment (including cost of installation, maintenance, warranties, and repairs) for use in the Member's congressional offices are reimbursable subject to Committee regulations. All such expenditures are subject to public disclosure in the same manner as for other expenditures of MRA funds. Paid interns may work for no more than 120 calendar days in a 12-month period, per employing authority and may not be shared between Member offices.

Statement from Columbia University President Minouche Shafik

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Employees on LWOP status may continue to receive employee benefits and are responsible for paying the employee portion of their benefits. Employees should contact the Office of Payroll and Benefits at x51435 for important information on continuation of employee benefits prior to going on LWOP status. As a basic condition for approval of LWOP status, there should be a reasonable assurance that the employee will return to duty at the end of the approved period. Members are encouraged to contact the Committee on Ethics at x57103 prior to approving a LWOP status request to confirm that no conflict-of-interest issues exist. Leave Without Pay (LWOP) is an absence without pay initiated by the employee subject to approval of the Member, unless statute otherwise requires placement in such leave status.

Official recognized acts of public distinction for which the MRA can be used include election or appointment to public office, publicly notable awards and honors, U.S. Ordinary and necessary fees related to late payments incurred beyond the control of the Member are reimbursable. The MRA may be used to pay for items such as desks (standing and traditional), office chairs, and desk lamps necessary for telework subject to any applicable telework requirements. The purchase of any single item exceeding $250.00 is subject to preapproval by the Committee. Contracts must be for a specified time period not to exceed the Member’s current term.

Statement of Board of Trustees Co-Chair David Greenwald

While this larger review was essential, it was also important to provide more immediate changes to protect our community. Columbia has seen a rise in complaints of antisemitic incidents on campus since October 7. We are taking these complaints seriously and have implemented a number of initiatives to address this harassment and hatred and to ensure safety on our campus.

As a reporter, I always have a bias toward transparency and accountability. Chairwoman Foxx, Ranking Member Scott, and Members of the Committee, thank you for the opportunity to be here today and discuss Columbia University’s efforts to combat antisemitism. Even though our Task Force focuses on antisemitism, we know that Jews and Israelis are not the only ones targeted in this difficult time. Our recommendations can also bolster efforts to combat other types of bigotry. There is another reason why it is so important to me personally for Columbia to provide a welcoming environment for Jews and everyone else.

Pursuant to House Rule XXIII, clause 8(a), a Member may not retain an employee on the Member’s payroll who does not perform official duties commensurate with the compensation received for the offices of the employing authority. The Board of Trustees helps oversee the strategic direction of Columbia and advises the President and other senior University officials. While we do not participate in day-to-day operations of the University, we are an active Board, one that is highly involved with advising on matters across the University. We are committed to good governance—governance that includes mission, strategy, and self-reflection.

The voluntary service should be of significant educational benefit to the participant and such voluntary assistance should not supplant the normal and regular duties of paid employees. Fellows not employed by the House may use existing resources but cannot be reimbursed from House appropriated funds. If a fellow incurs an expense as a result of work performed for the Member, the fellow may either be reimbursed by the fellow’s sponsoring entity or a Member may use personal funds as authorized under House Rules. Employees who are Exempt from the overtime requirements of the Fair Labor Standards Act, as incorporated by the Congressional Accountability Act, are those who are not required to be paid overtime for all hours worked in excess of 40 hours in one workweek.

(b)  With respect to the Executive Office of the President, the duties set forth in section 4(a) of this order shall be the responsibility of the Counsel to the President. (b)  A waiver shall take effect when the certification is signed by the Director of OMB and shall be made public within 10 days thereafter. (s)  All references to provisions of law and regulations shall refer to such provisions as are in effect on January 20, 2021. (r)  “Senior White House staff” means any person appointed by the President to a position under sections 105(a)(2)(A) or (B) of title 3, United States Code, or by the Vice President to a position under sections 106(a)(1)(A) or (B) of title 3. (p)  “Administration” means all terms of office of the incumbent President serving at the time of the appointment of an appointee covered by this order.

If an immediate family member is a passenger, the Member may seek reimbursement for the full cost of the chartered aircraft and the family member must submit a check to the Finance Office payable to the U.S. Treasury equivalent to the cost of a comparable commercial firstclass fare. A letter explaining the reason for its submission must accompany the check. Because mixed travel is so nuanced and specific, please contact the Committee with any questions prior to making any travel arrangements. The content of a Member’s official website and official social media is governed by the Communications Standards Manual.

Simultaneously, these initiatives are built to ensure that all members of our community have access to the resources and support that they need to handle these incidents. During this crisis we have been in constant communication with President Shafik about strong, consistent, and meaningful responses to antisemitism on campus. We have made sure that a diversity of perspectives is heard and considered in the University’s approach. The Trustees have met with students or attended campus events, including at Hillel. We recognize that, despite our best efforts and intentions, Columbia did not always respond swiftly and forcefully enough, and we therefore fell short of addressing the enormous outpouring of grief and fear that our Jewish community was experiencing.

According to the OCE's Rules, "a reasonable basis to believe an allegation exists when there is a reasonable and articulable basis for believing the allegation. Such a determination does not constitute a finding that a violation has actually occurred." The Committee is one of a number of entities that oversees actions you may wish to take. These sections reference the Committee on House Administration, the Federal Election Commission (FEC), the Department of State, and the Office of Interparliamentary Affairs.

What Is French Country Design? Facts About French Country Style

Table Of Content

• Inspiring Ideas for Living Rooms
• French Country vs Farmhouse
• Cozy Countryside Charm
• Sign up to the Homes & Gardens newsletter
• French Country Bedroom Ideas
• A Rustic Farmhouse Table
• Crisp French Linens

'Curation is king to achieve a perfect French country style look - it matters less about the quality of what you showcase, it's about how you show things off,' he adds. Although there is a rustic style and live-in side to French country, there is also an air of understated elegance that French interiors are renowned for. 'Room proportions are likely elegant, the French do elegance brilliantly whether you're in a chateau or a farmhouse.

Inspiring Ideas for Living Rooms

French decor in and of itself can be extremely ornate, elegant, and often over-the-top, but Provencal homes incorporate traditional elements in a way that's far more relaxed, distressed, and subdued. "The core essence is a refined elegance that is humbled by bringing in aspects of nature such as weathered and white washed wood, and neutral color palettes," says lead designer of ASR Design Studio, Ariel Richardson. Antique wooden furniture is a staple of this decorating style, particularly accent chairs, dining sets, coffee tables, dressers and side tables, armoires, and more.

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French Country vs Farmhouse

That’s because it blends the allure of a countryside getaway with the glamour of French design. There are a few key designs that feel integral to any French country scheme, many of which fall into the decor realm. 'Add rustic wall decor like iron wall hangings or clocks, and oftentimes very pretty toile fabrics combine in these spaces,' says Ariel. It's important to remember color doesn't only apply to the wall paint, but to your decor and soft furnishings, too.

Cozy Countryside Charm

Now that you have a good understanding of this style, you know the importance of a natural palette, a weathered feel, and a certain type of furniture. French country is a creative interior style that combines the elegance of antique French décor with the spontaneous coziness and natural focus of country settings. If you're keen to introduce pattern, then consider limiting it to small areas so as not to distract from rustic textures. In this stunning space bobbin chairs covered in linens from Fermoie (left) and Designers Guild (right) bring a touch of pattern without dominating the space. You'll be hard-pressed to find a French country house without some gingham hiding in it somewhere. Pattern is used to add color and character, including plaids, checks, stripes, and one of the most common, toile.

In a guest room on the same estate, an 18th-century lit a la polonaise is dressed in custom bedding and a canopy of hand-embroidered linen by Chelsea Textiles. The chandelier and mahogany table are 18th century, and the marble bust is of Marie Antoinette. In Christian Astuguevieille's apartment in France's Basque Country, the bedroom’s cedar bed, knotted-rope furniture, and sculptures are by the owner. No French country room would be without flowers and foliage gathered from the garden and hedgerows – think bunches of herbs in the kitchen, dried lavender in the linen closet and bouquets on the table and mantlepiece.

French Country Bedroom Ideas

Ahead, you'll find tips on making your home feel like a corner of Provence or Parisian pied-à-terre. Valerie Darden, designer and owner of Brexton Cole Interiors, has a penchant for French interiors. For example, your taps, showerhead, mirrors, and towel holders can highlight their functionality.

A Rustic Farmhouse Table

A statement chandelier can also add a touch of elegance and sophistication to the room. Natural materials such as wood, stone, and metal are an essential part of French Country Interior Design. These materials are often left in their natural state, or they may be painted or distressed to give them a more rustic look. This post is part of a Design Style Guide Series, where I teach you all about different design styles and how you can be inspired by them, and choose any of them to define your personal and brand style. French country is a blend of well-loved antiques and intricate, swirling patterns. There is still an emphasis on comfort, but also just enough lavishness to elevate the style while not going into a fully traditional style.

Balancing the needs and tastes of 21st-century families with 19th-century design is how modern Victorian decor has become popular. Repurposing is a popular way to incorporate old pieces into a home, and it's perfect for bringing in French country flavor. This vintage dresser makes a beautiful showpiece as a bathroom vanity, with its sweetly painted designs and gilded details.

French Country Color Schemes

If a room has a neutral base, introduce elements with more saturated tones to avoid creating a scheme that feels too stark. A rustic chandelier of worried wood or essence with candelabra bulbs is a necessity in a traditional French country living room. A lighter-toned rustic table girdled by whitewashed, quaint, or mismatched chairpersons draws a casual and welcoming look.

This window treatment is just what a French-inspired countryside home needs. You want to let natural light shimmer through and cascade across all the pieces inside. Curtain styles in French country decor should be light and airy in neutral white, cream, and gray shades.

Coastal is a fresh and airy interior design style that incorporates natural elements, such as wood and sea-inspired colors. Mixing French Country with Coastal creates a relaxed and inviting space with a touch of sophistication. To achieve this look, use light and airy colors, such as blue or green, for the walls and add French Country-inspired furniture, such as a wicker armchair or a vintage rug. Aside the country furniture, it’s important to incorporate a mix of patterns through textiles. “Generally speaking, people are often afraid to use pattern, but that’s very French country,” Verma explains. She recommends having “at least patterned pillows,” though in a full French country home, you’d likely see patterned sofas or side chairs too.

This lived-in approach is core to French country style, and not just in terms of color and furniture. 'Think period (or antique) reclaimed rustic when it comes to French country style. When you think of lived-in interiors, the French country style probably comes to mind. Renowned for a soft color palette, rustic antiques, and European flair, this interior design style is becoming increasingly popular, and not just in French properties.

How to get rid of flies in the house: 8 tested methods

Table Of Content

• Bottle Trap
• ✔️Create a soda bottle trap.
• Use Plants as Fly Repellants
• Hot Pepper Spray

Place it away from windows if you can, unless you want the new problem of flies buzzing just outside. Erlich Pest Control recommends starting with an empty plastic two-liter soda bottle. Cut off the top third (generally, where the top of the label used to be) and set aside. Then, pour something sweet in to the bottom of the bottle to lure in the flies. Next, invert the top of the bottle, rest it inside the bottom portion (seal the edges with tape if needed) and then wait. If it's not attracting houseflies, try adding meat scraps or other old food.

Bottle Trap

She enjoys working on DIY remodeling projects to bring beauty to her homestead in her spare times. But if you feel like you are constantly seeing flies, they’re extremely bothersome, and home remedies aren’t working, it may be time to call in a professional exterminator. “Not only are feces a perfect breeding places for flies, they may land there before landing on your food,” Troyano says. However, houseflies are not considered a significant carrier of diseases. A person should check for flies sticking to the tape periodically. The number of flies that stick will indicate the size of the infestation.

✔️Create a soda bottle trap.

Homemade remedies can also be a great way to naturally keep house flies out of the home — and brilliantly, too, they are easy to make yourself. While house flies might be frustratingly difficult to get rid of, there are some natural ways to keep them out of your home. We speak to the experts at British Pest Control Association and Rentokil to find out more... Pill bugs cluster in dark, moist corners, under furniture, near water sources, and under flowerpots or rotting wooden boards.

Use Plants as Fly Repellants

Some fly species reproduce indoors, so it is not enough to kill mature adult flies—you must also eliminate the eggs and larvae. Here are some of the most common and widely distributed fly species. First, check your screens and windows for holes, and remind your family to close the door behind them.

Homemade remedies to help get rid of house flies

It may be exasperating, but this is one of the more effective natural ways to stop cluster flies from returning to your home. To get rid of flies outside, try using fly catchers, fly zappers, or repellent torches. Plant basil, grow lavender, consider buying lemongrass and placing pots of homegrown mint inside the house in spaces that are most blighted by flies.

Pyrethrins are less toxic pesticides, but they will kill all insects, including beneficial pollinators. Use them to target specific visible pests, not as a broadcast spray. Read labels carefully, as some products include additional ingredients with differing toxicity levels. Cluster flies are an indoor nuisance, but they are not breeding in your walls, and unlike horseflies, they do not bite.

Hot Pepper Spray

Fruit flies usually appear light or dark brown in color with red eyes. Double-check that your pests in question aren't drain flies, which lurk around drains or garbage disposals, or fungus gnats, which prefer overwatered houseplants. For those bugs, check out our guides on how to get rid of gnats and how to make a homemade fly trap. Since fruit flies and house flies are both attracted to the sugar in produce, it’s easy enough to make your own fly traps out of common household materials.

Flies are renowned for their love of sweet things, which is why you'll find them in the kitchen by the fruit bowl. They are drawn to apple cider vinegar for this very reason, making it the ideal natural remedy to get flies out of the house. If your compost pile is close to your house and attracts a lot of flies, it can lead to a fly infestation indoors.

Those annoying bugs can spread bacteria to anything they touch, so it’s important to kill them as soon as you can. Whether you’re dealing with a few stray flies or a swarm that found their way in, we’ve got you covered on how to get rid of them. Keep reading for the best natural and chemical pest control options to quickly take care of those pesky house flies. If DIY methods fail to control the pill bug population in your home, consider a professional pest control service. Pest control experts can access specialized treatments and equipment to eliminate pill bugs and prevent future infestations.

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For another natural remedy, try leaving out a scent that is known to repel flies. According to Natran Green Pest Control, the bugs are known to dislike scents like cayenne pepper, lavender, bay leaves, rosemary, cloves, and lemongrass. You can try using an essential oil or sprinkling some of the herbs in problem areas to see if that helps. Generally speaking, some of the same tactics you might use to banish flies are the same ones you could use to keep them away—especially using natural repellants like plants and eucalyptus oil.

Instead, use these tricks to make your home a fly-free zone this summer. Learn more about why many flies are suddenly in your home and the steps you can take to prevent a sudden influx of flies. 'One of my favourite ways to keep flies out is to hang an onion or two up in a cabinet or other area that has a lot of traffic.' says Reeko Curl, pest exterminator, The Pest Control. It seems a waste to bin all of those metal containers that wax tealights come in. So if you're looking for ways to reuse a candle jar try this spicy hack from Brett White, CEO of Addicted to Veggies. Another bonus is that they'll help to get rid of mosquitoes in the home if you're sick of these blood-sucking beasts and their bites.

A person may find a variety of them in the home, including houseflies or fruitflies. While they can eliminate individual flies, there are more efficient ways to remove an infestation. Houseflies are extremely prevalent insects that are found in virtually every part of the world where organic material exists and where conditions are right for decay. Ecologically, flies serve a valuable function by laying eggs that develop into maggots that consume and break down dead organic material such as carrion.

Add a few sprinkles of cayenne pepper to a spray bottle and dilute with a cup or two of water. You’ll spray the mixture in areas where flies like to congregate. People using fly sprays or insecticides must take care to prevent direct contact with the skin or eyes and avoid inhaling them.

Spanish-language Frida Kahlo opera comes to Omaha, Nebraska

Table Of Content

• Ex-voto that tells of a man attacking a woman in bed. On the left is the Virgin of Talpa
• Toy chest, which contains pieces such as dolls and miniatures
• Frida Kahlo Museum Travel Essentials
• Kahlo’s personal effects
• After the Mexique exhibition, the Musée du Louvre buys one of Frida’s works.
• Paintings by Diego Rivera
• How To Buy Tickets to the Frida Kahlo Museum

Alternatively, if you are in Mexico City and find yourself without Frida Kahlo tickets, you can go to the restaurant in Coyoacan called Centenario 107. The website to buy tickets above is in Spanish, but you can also purchase them on an English website, which is slightly more expensive. They say that they are monitoring the people entering every hour and that there’s a certain number per day but I still found it very crowded inside. I enjoyed the whole tour and the only negative thing I can say about it is that the number of people seemed to be uncontrolled.

Ex-voto that tells of a man attacking a woman in bed. On the left is the Virgin of Talpa

Her encounter with avant-garde movements, the great artists of the epoch—such as Picasso and Dalí—and a Europe on the verge of war was one of the most fascinating moments in the painter’s life. The letters she sent and received in that time reveal her loves, conflicts, alliances, and ideas about the world and art. This is the first display showcasing the artist’s wardrobe, found in Frida’s bathroom in 2004.

Toy chest, which contains pieces such as dolls and miniatures

Even if you are not an art aficionado, you may have seen some of these paintings online or in books and media coverage about Frida Kahlo. The architecture, furniture, and artifacts on display help visitors understand the social and cultural context in which Kahlo and Rivera lived. The museum displays a collection of Kahlo’s personal belongings, such as clothing, jewelry, and her wheelchair, providing an intimate look at her life. You can spend time in the garden, appreciating the serene atmosphere and the connection to the artists’ lives. The museum showcases a collection of Frida Kahlo’s paintings, including some of her most famous works as well as lesser-known pieces. The museum is housed in La Casa Azul, the vibrant blue residence where Frida Kahlo was born, lived, and died.

Frida Kahlo Museum Travel Essentials

As the daughter of a photographer, images were always important for Frida. This exhibition highlighted more than 200 of the 6,500 photos in the Casa Azul archives. Grouped into six major thematic categories, the images show how they formed an important part of Frida’s personal, family, social, and even political ties and how they became an inspiration for her painting.

Kahlo’s personal effects

Whatever season or day of the week you stop by, you will always see long lines of people queuing around the block to get inside. Frida Kahlo’s house is exaggeratedly blue, an iconic color in Mexico. There is a massive courtyard with a souvenir shop with seating areas surrounded by plants. During the Mexican Revolution, the Kahlo family was financially challenged and they were not able to pay the mortgage, including Frida’s medical care.

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After the Mexique exhibition, the Musée du Louvre buys one of Frida’s works.

They lived at La Casa Azul until Frida Kahlo’s death in 1954 after being bedridden from 1950 due to a series of lifelong health problems. In 1958, as per Rivera’s will, the house was donated to Mexico as a museum requesting that the house remain primarily unchanged. A new immersive virtual tour by the Frida Kahlo Museum might be just the salve for travel lovers who miss visiting sites across the world. The museum occupies the famous Casa Azul (“Blue House”) in the Coyoacán borough of Mexico City. Kahlo was born in 1907 within the walls of the brilliantly colored home, the daughter of a Hungarian-German Jewish father and a mother from the region of Oaxaca. Her Mexican culture is really displayed in the kitchen, which many cultures find to be the heart of the house.

The couple’s shared life and creative partnership are evident in the museum, showcasing some of Rivera’s artwork and belongings. Frida Kahlo Museum tickets can sell out, especially during peak tourist seasons, weekends, or holidays. At the Frida we want to meet you.Enjoy the stories of the people who lived in this house and the world where Frida lived, beneath the shade of the trees where she once wandered.

Paintings by Diego Rivera

A number of reputable tour companies operate in Mexico City and offer guided tours of the city’s neighborhoods and important cultural sites, and include a visit to the Frida Kahlo Museum. Whether you are an art enthusiast or not, visiting the house is essential for gaining a deeper understanding of Mexico’s history and culture. In this Frida Kahlo museum guide, we will cover everything you need to know about visiting the museum, what to see inside it, how to get there, and where to buy tickets. As the home of both Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera, the museum also features some of Rivera’s artwork and personal items, allowing visitors to learn about the couple’s life together and their impact on each other’s work.

It was hidden in the upper part of the house, in a tiled bathroom adjacent to Frida’s room. Nonetheless, this exhibition of Frida’s dresses proposes that far from being a simple act of love, her use of a hybrid dress was a calculated stylization. This is called Tehuana traditional clothing, a fascinating matriarchal society based in the Isthmus of Tehuantepec, Oaxaca State, Mexico. The Fridabus is an activity where you can visit the Frida Kahlo Museum and Diego Rivera Anahuacalli at the same time. You can check the museum’s official website or social media channels for information on upcoming events during your visit.

Two tragedies that were to befall Frida, even before she reached what is today considered the age of adulthood, would inform her wardrobe as much as they were to later form the bedrock of her existence and her art. He purchased the home which paid off the mortgage and debt that Frida’s father accumulated, both in building the house and paying for Frida’s accident. You can have the opportunity to explore the house and garden, which provide a lovely backdrop for understanding and appreciating Kahlo’s work. The Blue House is known for its vibrant blue walls and lush garden, which create a serene and inspiring atmosphere. Frida Kahlo’s husband, Diego Rivera, was a renowned Mexican muralist.

It’s a nice idea to spend the afternoon exploring the area at a leisurely pace after your visit. The Frida Kahlo Museum, a beautiful space in the Mexico City neighborhood of Coyoacan, this was the home of the Kahlo family at the start of the 20th Century. During Frida’s childhood, the house’s architecture slowly transformed over the years by adding Pre-Hispanic elements as well as a lovely interior garden. This is where Frida lived during the last years of her life, after her separation from the painter Diego Rivera. We recommend visiting the Diego Rivera studio house where Frida lived with Diego for a short period before returning to the blue house. The museum contains a collection of artwork by Frida Kahlo, Diego Rivera, and other artists along with the couple's Mexican folk art, pre-Hispanic artifacts, photographs, memorabilia, personal items, and more.

The easiest way to reach it is by taxi or Uber, which are plentiful and affordable throughout the city. Following months of recovery, Kahlo once again crossed paths with Diego Rivera, deciding to show him her paintings and seek his advice. Their relationship blossomed, and a year later, they married in 1929. In the United States, you can see Frida Kahlo pieces on display at the MoMA in New York, the Boston Museum of Fine Arts, the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, and the Los Angeles County Museum of Art. (Among others). In CDMX, you can stop by the Dolores Olmedo Museum (Av Mexico 5843, La Noria, Xochimilco) to see some of her works, including “The Accident” (1926), However, the museum is currently temporarily closed until 2024. There are several Ecobici stations near Frida Kahlo’s house.In total, there are 1,200 bikes at 90 stations around the Mexican capital.

How to get rid of house flies: 4 ways

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• Fabulous Outdoor Fireplace Designs for Added Curb-Appeal
• ✔️Try fly paper.
• How can I make a DIY house fly trap using a soda bottle?
• How do I kill fruit flies outdoors?
• Effective Ways to Kill Flies inside Your Home

House flies have slightly hairy bodies, and females are larger than males. Humans are an inherently messy species, and thus houseflies are present almost everywhere humans live. Having tried this method we can attest it did appear to ward flies off from entering through the open windows, but of course, it won't work after dark.

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If this is the source of the infestation, bag and dispose of the contents or add them to the compost heap if your countertop compost caddy is to blame. As summer approaches and we open up our windows and doors to let the fresh air in, flies are likely to become more of an unwelcome presence in our homes. Ensure the windows you use for ventilation are fitted with insect screens in good condition, that the windows and doors are tight-fitting, and that exterior moldings are well caulked. These flies typically live outdoors and are most likely to appear in the spring and fall. But overwintering cluster flies can emerge into homes throughout the winter.

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✔️Try fly paper.

Cluster flies feed on plant nectar, and larvae feed on earthworms. At the end of winter, they emerge to find a way out of your home. The following tips will help you identify and learn how to eliminate cluster flies in your home.

How can I make a DIY house fly trap using a soda bottle?

When using any pesticide, read the product label and follow all directions. Store the product safely, away from where children or pets can reach them. Remember that these products will also kill beneficial insects like pollinator bees. Ensure no insecticide contacts food or areas where food will be prepared or consumed. Below you'll find a few of the most popular plants to deter bugs from your home and kitchen.

For example, the bacteria that a fly picks up from your cat's litter box a few minutes ago can easily be transmitted to the lunchtime potato salad if the fly happens to alight there. In the larger natural scheme, flies serve an essential function in breaking down carrion and organic material, but we should never forget that this behavior can also spread a variety of diseases. "Invest in a fly screen door or mesh curtain to protect your home from flies with ease," suggests Jordan Foster, a pest control expert at Fantastic Pest Control. This solution allows you to leave the windows and doors open and not be quite so restrictive with having food out on the counter inside the house. Plus, plants look and smell lovely, adding instant ambiance to any room you put them in.

Natural Methods for Getting Rid of Houseflies

Combine equal parts of the two in a small bowl and add a pinch of sugar to the mix. “The fermented smell from the vinegar can attract flies,” Pereira says. “But the soap is really what will kill them.” The detergent in soap will destroy the flies’ digestive tract and can also break down their cell walls, he says. Houseflies are common household pests that can be a nuisance. They carry harmful pathogens on their feet from their dirty feeding and breeding grounds.

Effective Ways to Kill Flies inside Your Home

Breeding sites inside are more common in buildings with interior garbage rooms and compactors. Several methods can help deal with houseflies, including drain treatments and insect sprays. Lights can also attract flies, so limit your lights at night, turning off unnecessary lights. Also, consider using yellow bug lights to repel house flies, Irenicus says. Effective control involves a variety of efforts to kill existing flies, combined with eliminating the sources of food that flies crave.

When is it time to call in professionals to get rid flies in the house?

The worst types of pest strips have now been outlawed, but some products containing dichlorvos (2,2-dichlorovinyl dimethyl phosphate) are still legally available. These strips will release an insecticide vapor for up to four months. If you use them, limit their use to closets, attics, garages, and other spaces that aren't regularly inhabited. "If you’ve taken care of all these factors and you still have a fly problem, calling a professional is unavoidable." When it comes to getting rid of house flies, prevention is key.

"For starters, you should avoid attracting them in the first place," Kameliya Ilieva, pest control specialist for Fantastic Services tells woman&home. Here are several effective ways to get rid of house flies indoors and outdoors. Chemical control should not be used unless all other methods have failed because flies have become resistant to many insecticides. This has steadily made fly populations more difficult to control with such chemicals.

You can also spray troubled outdoor areas with this as well. If you have gaps in your windows or doors, these are great ways for flies to enter. Apparently, flies don’t like vodka but if you don’t have any vodka, you can still use the spray without it.

This is a sticky strip of paper that you can easily string up from the ceiling or wherever the flies are hanging out the most. When flies (or other winged insects) check it out, they get stuck to the paper. The constant moisture in drains provides a suitable environment for flies to breed. Sometimes, they may rest on walls surrounding a sink or shower. Learn what attracts flies and how to defeat and prevent an infestation.

Flies come indoors not because they enjoy human companionship, but because the home offers them almost limitless sources of food and moisture. In common terms, a fly is any insect in the Diptera order that has only a single pair of operating wings. This can include quite a large number of insect species, but the flies that plague our homes in the summertime are usually ordinary houseflies (Musca domestic). This insect can be up to 3/8 inch long with bulging reddish eyes.

Cluster flies overwinter in the warmth between the inside and outside walls of your home, the attic, or the basement. They generally stay in secluded areas until spring's warming and lengthening days bring them out of hiding. Cluster flies enter your house by finding a passage through cracks and openings. Here’s how to get rid of fruit flies, house flies, and drain flies. Another idea consists of making a funnel with an empty soda bottle to trap the houseflies so they can enter but not escape.

Vacuum and clean all surfaces and utensils to eliminate any potential food sources. Also, regularly flush and clean plumbing pipes because they are ideal breeding sites for drain flies. Flies are scavengers that feed on dead and decaying matter.

Top 10 French Interior Designers To Know

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• Art Deco
• French Country Bathroom Décor
• What Defines French Interior Design?
• Create with Comfort in Mind
• French Bathroom

Since its inception, Decorilla has collaborated with thousands of professional designers who have transformed countless homes and commercial spaces worldwide. Every day, Decorilla’s designers craft bespoke interiors, allowing clients to experience spaces that resonate with their personal style and aspirations, fostering genuine connections with the world of design. Striking this balance is key to a successful scheme – a home in this style should feel lived in and inviting, yet have elements of intricacy and luxury. Take extra care when displaying items, whether it's art, antique decor, or decorative furniture items – styling plays a big part in creating the right aesthetic in French country interiors.

Art Deco

You can use plate hangers or temporary methods with different adhesives. Home Depot suggests beginning your layout with a cutout template before displaying them with your choice of adhesive glue, clips, or strips. This preparation will let you perfect the arrangement before adhering each plate to the surface. Rather than display plates individually, showcase the china on the wall with a vintage-style plate rack or stack organized piles on shelves. Attached to a guest room on a French countryside estate, this petite living space features a hand-painted chest, settee, and armchairs all from Directoire. In the great room of this New York farmhouse, a row of French doors affords panoramic views of the Hudson Valley.

French Country Bathroom Décor

His flair for nodding to past time periods and refined colour palettes is the reason he’s been booked for an endless list of impressive projects. For centuries, France has been placed on a pedestal on the world’s stage for its artistic savoir-faire. Whether for cuisine, fine wine or fashion, the country is famed for its ability to execute everything it puts its hand to with innate style.

What Defines French Interior Design?

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In the city of Paris, you will notice stunning architecture, such as high ceilings. Darden also notes that scenic wallpapers, gilded mirrors, marble elements, European antique art, and Louis the 16th-style furniture are common sights in Parisian homes and restaurants. From furniture to smaller decor items, there is no better way to infuse a space than decorating with antiques sourced from the region.

Create with Comfort in Mind

It’s an easy look to recreate as it doesn’t rely on closely coordinated accessories, matching suites of furniture or lots of designer pieces. If you want a lighter, more refined version of traditional pastoral decor, then look to our French country decor ideas for inspiration. The color palette for French Country Interior Design is typically warm and neutral, with shades of beige, cream, and white. Soft pastels such as blue, green, and lavender are also common, as are warm reds and yellows. Wood, metal, clay, linen, and bouquets of fresh flowers are just a few ways you can bring natural materials into your French country space.

What is French country decor?

White painted bricks and stone tile floors set the country chic scene in this kitchen. And with that wrought-iron hardware and hanging copper cookware, we can almost smell the French food from here. The gorgeous, large-scale antique lighting in this foyer really sets the tone for the rest of the home. The exposed beams, stone tile floors, and understated console table introduce that French country rustic look. In the same Woodstock home, the bedroom, features an 18th-century Sheraton eld bed, dressed with antique French linens, the 19th-century chest of drawers is English, and the portrait is of Nicholas's grandmother. In the same Parisian flat, the guest bedroom’s custom Turquerie style sofa bed and canopy are covered in a hand-printed cotton that was also used on the walls.

In the living room of a Manhattan home, the custom sectional is upholstered in a Le Manach print and the custom sofa in a Loro Piana fabric is topped with a pillow in an Osborne & Little fabric. The table lamp is by Niermann Weeks, the floor lamp is by Aero, the rug is Persian, and the cashmere throw is by Pratesi. From elegant drawing rooms to laid-back lounges, these 25 French country living rooms are the solution to your design woes if you're looking to upgrade your lounge space for relaxed refinement. French country kitchens often feature lots of white marble and natural wood, like this one.

There are so many online sources for beautiful French furniture and decorations. While not exclusively true—and there are certainly overlaps—locales outside of large metropolitan areas in France often inspire images of rolling hills, cottages covered in climbing vines, and fields of colorful wildflowers. Farms—though again, not always true—are often allied with barns, fields of crops, and the stereotypical style of a farmer, things like denim, plaid, or even cowboy boots. To fully embrace French country design's signature coziness, you need ample seating. Opt for neutral upholstery with punches of patterns for an eclectic look.

This elegant drawing room, from interior designers Perlmutter & Freiwald, incorporates tricks for decorating with antiques into the richly layered scheme. For your French country decor ideas, antique and vintage pieces don't need to be rarified or expensive items. Pieces that show the patina and marks of time will add a natural, rustic interest to your room scheme. French country interior design style epitomizes rustic elegance – think slightly worn walls adorned with beautiful curtains and original floor tiles topped with beautifully ornate and antique furniture. Today, it's about striking a balance between old and new, luxury and country. It comes as literally no surprise that French country design is inspired by the actual French countryside, specifically Provence.

An interior designer can help you achieve the perfect mix of French Country and other interior design styles for your home. With some pieces being fresh off the showroom floor, others might be vintage finds or an heirloom that’s been passed down. Materials are simple, but it’s the patterns that are typically complex. Wood chairs upholstered in an intricate linen print, a mirror in a new ornate frame, a vintage rug on a new hardwood floor — all embody the French country aesthetic.

The French country design is inspired by the actual French countryside. The French décor is ornate, elegant and over-the-top Provencal homes incorporate traditional elements in a more relaxed, distressed and subdued way. Cornflower yellows, saturated berries, and muted, herb-y greens tend to be smart choices that both add vibrance to the space and reference the atmosphere that this design style was born out of.

French country bedrooms combine casual elegance and rustic charm into one style. This style is not as excessive or luxurious as similar designs like French provincial, but it is equally immersive. Choose how much of the countryside to bring into your home by finding inspiration from this ultimate guide to French country decor.

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Display your eclectic collections proudly—especially when it comes to ceramics and unique dinnerware finds—with "breakfront" cabinets to let them have their moment in the spotlight. The more unique, personality-filled, and anachronistic the arrangement, the better. However, because this term has been in circulation for some time, it can be difficult to pin down exactly what constitutes French country style. For instance, both ultra-minimal palettes of neutrals and bright, super-saturated shades can work in this aesthetic—the trick is knowing how to use them. As for chairs, the most traditional French country choice are wooden models with fabric upholstery and, of course, cabriole legs.

To add a touch of elegance to the bathroom, consider using a statement chandelier or pendant light. A cozy upholstered chair or bench can also create a relaxing seating area. A bathroom is a place of relaxation and rejuvenation, and French Country design can help create a spa-like atmosphere. Consider using natural materials like stone or wood for the vanity and flooring.

Elegant gilded mirrors and vases filled with flowers are also classic to the style. French country decorating combines welcoming rustic comfort with refinement and elegance. Using soothing hues, soft patterns, and antique accents, the popular decorating aesthetic creates an inviting, polished, and lived-in look. Use these charming ideas to incorporate French-country decorating into your home. French county furniture differs from traditionally rustic furniture thanks to upholstery.