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- To-Increase Reveals How Social Media Can Help Manage the Retail Supply Chain
- Motor Racing Gets a Trailer-Lift
- Identity Protection 4 All Debuts Online
- Get a Free Audiobook Version of “Slave to Sensation: Psy-Changeling Series, Book 1″ from Audible.com
- Vacation Rental Agent Opens New Maui Office
- The Good Rats – “Most Famous Unknown Band”
- How to Say “James” in Spanish
- Russell’s Lifestyle Heating & Cooling Shows You How Energy Efficient Appliances Can Reduce Your Carbon Footprint
- Get a Free Audiobook Version of “Living Dead in Dallas: Sookie Stackhouse Southern Vampire Mystery #2″ from Audible.com
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- Free Audiobook: “March Violets”
- “The Pyramid and Four Other Kurt Wallander Mysteries” Audiobook Now Available from Audible.com
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| To-Increase Reveals How Social Media Can Help Manage the Retail Supply Chain Posted: 06 May 2011 05:04 AM PDT Norwell, MA, May 06, 2011 –(PR.com)– To-Increase, a provider of Microsoft Dynamics solutions, reveals how an integration of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems can help retailers analyze data gathered from social media in real-time, and help improve retail supply chain management. "How Can Social Media Help Manage Your Supply Chain?," by Luciano Cunha, Global Industry Director, To-Increase, summarizes an article Cunha recently contributed to both Software Advice and Warehouse Management Systems Guide. Within these articles and blog post, Cunha asks, "If social media is powerful enough to tighten the bonds between brands and consumers, is it powerful enough to tighten the links in retail supply chains?" As revealed by Cunha, the answer as to whether social media can help tighten retail supply chain management process can be both "yes" and "no." "By integrating ERP and CRM, retailers can gather and analyze data in real-time, including customer data gathered from social media," writes Cunha. "This real-time data can help predict the percentage of customers interested in specific products or models, meaning retailers can stock their shelves with only the most necessary product quantities at any given time." Cunha also reveals, however, two questions often overlooked by retailers eager to improve bottom-lines through social media analysis: · Are real-time decisions in sync with eventual purchases? Answers to the questions above are revealed in Cunha’s recent articles contributed to both Software Advice and Warehouse Management Systems, found at the following URLs: · http://www.softwareadvice.com/articles/scm/social-media-supply-chain-042711/ Cunha’s summary of these articles may be found by visiting To-Increase blog at http://blog.to-increase.com/social-media-retail-supply-chain/. About To-Increase Company Web Site: http://www.to-increase.com
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| Motor Racing Gets a Trailer-Lift Posted: 06 May 2011 05:03 AM PDT Bull Shoals, AR, May 06, 2011 –(PR.com)– Trailer-Lift looks like a traditional vehicle trailer but incorporates a specially adapted scissor lift which means that servicing and repairing vehicles can be carried out at the customer’s office or home. However, another of its uses is in motor sports. Access to a full service lift is not always easy, even at the best race circuits in the World, in fact impossible at some locations, which can include off-road situations like a rally. If a quick underside repair is needed to sort out a problem like a fuel line or exhaust issue, quite often it’s the use of trolley jacks and axle stands that are employed to make a hasty repair. This of course can be at the most inconvenient time, like during a qualifying session. Grid position is everything at some events, so it can make the difference between being a winning team and an “also ran.” Trailer-Lift has now been modified for use at motor sports events. It is available with drive on, drive off ramps for quick inspections / repairs. It also incorporates a new beaver tail that can handle low slung race cars. The feed-back from race teams in Europe where the unit was invented, suggest that having a Trailer-Lift can reduce repair times by up to 60%. Trailer-Lift can also be used by race scrutinisers http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T-he92jsB38 to make a full vehicle inspection at any event. The Trailer-Lift incorporates its own power supply so can be used anywhere from Daytona to Dakar, even without a towing vehicle, just one of its unique patented features. The unit was originally developed in British rally sports. Repairs between stages could be a nightmare, not to mention, very uncomfortable for the team member lying on his back in 3 inches of mud on a rainy day in Keilder Forest for example. The Trailer-Lift had proved to be a big hit with the rally race teams and it was then taken on by the MMC Group (Trailer-Lifts parent company) who spent 2 years developing and fine tuning the unit that is now available worldwide. Peter Phillipson, Trailer-Lift’s Vice President of Sales & Marketing (North America) has been delighted with the response from race teams in the USA & Canada. Peter commented, “Although just entering the North American market, Trailer-Lift is getting great interest from a wide cross section of motor sport teams, from Nascar through to dirt track racers. I have worked with race teams in the past including F1, so fully aware of the ticking clock when quick repairs are required. I am confident that Trailer-Lift will be a big hit with North American race teams.” Trailer-Lift can be contacted at T: 870-445-3847
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| Identity Protection 4 All Debuts Online Posted: 06 May 2011 05:03 AM PDT Winston, OR, May 06, 2011 –(PR.com)– Virgil Stanphill, internet marketer, is pleased to announce the launch of his new website, "Identity Protection 4 All" Announcing a new identity protection website – "Identity Protection 4 All." Identity Protection 4 All is the brainchild of Virgil Stanphill, an internet marketer who has spent most of his past 25 years in business and ministry. Virgil said, "After seeing what people go through, how much fear, frustration and anger they feel once they’ve had their name dragged through the mud, I became convicted of the need to protect my family from ever having to go through an experience like that. I created Identity Protection 4 All as a way to help families and individuals who share our sentiments to prepare,and know what to do if their information ever gets stolen. I believe my website does that and more." When people don’t practice prevention, and don’t have an identity protection plan in place, they’re often left with no choice but to stand helplessly by, and watch in disbelief as they are denied credit, or hauled into court to prove they’re not guilty of crimes they didn’t commit. Many times they become so deeply buried in debt they spend years trying to extricate themselves from the damage that’s been caused. And what we’re seeing today is only the beginning. Because identity theft has become an ‘epidemic’ of sorts, which is expected to only get worse. It’s already the #1 complaint the FTC gets from consumers each year, and has been for the last 11 years. With the economy struggling as it is, don’t be surprised if we see a wild acceleration in the those numbers. Bob Sullivan at MSNBC’s “The Red Tape Chronicles” reports that a new study shows 1 in 7 people’s Social Security number is being used by someone else. The reality we face is that every 3 seconds another identity is stolen. How can you tell if you may be at risk? If you ever drive a car, go to a doctor, own or rent a home, have utilities in your name, buy insurance, talk on a cell phone, get your mail out of a mailbox, go to school or work, have a wallet or purse, have a computer you use at home or at work, eat out anywhere, shop in a store or online using a credit card – your identity is at risk. These life events, which we practice on a daily basis, are sobering reminders of how vulnerable we really are. Add to that the very real threat of your medical records getting in the wrong hands, (the fastest growing form of identity theft today) – and there are far too many scenarios which could place a family in Identity Protection 4 All is an online resource which helps people take control and realize peace of mind – by making advance preparations to carry them through any threat. Identity Protection 4 All begins with the basics – and then encourages families to create an identity protection plan, one which accounts for any scenario. This includes having a working knowledge of what the most common threats are, and how to avoid ever being a victim to them. Those who visit the site will find access to articles, videos, tools (and more), which reveal the best options at their disposal – whether they’re dealing with a situation before, during, or after the fact. Stanphill said, "I’m confident that as a result of visiting our site many people will find the answers they need, and, they’ll learn how to best protect themselves, should they ever become a victim of identity theft." To find out more about Identity Protection 4 All, be sure to visit http://www.identityprotection4all.com,the identity protection website.
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| Get a Free Audiobook Version of “Slave to Sensation: Psy-Changeling Series, Book 1″ from Audible.com Posted: 06 May 2011 05:03 AM PDT Slave to Sensation: Psy-Changeling Series, Book 1 is available as a digital audiobook from Audible.com. The title, provided by Tantor Media and authored by Nalini Singh, has also become an American Consumer News favorite.. The digital audiobook Slave to Sensation: Psy-Changeling Series, Book 1, narrated by Angela Dawe, has received an average rating of 0 stars on Audible.com. The title has a running length of 9 hours and 39 min. The audiobook was first released in April 2011 and a sample is available for download.
The audiobook is normally sold by Audible.com for $27.99, but if you’re not already an AudibleListener® member, you can take advantage of a special promotion and get Slave to Sensation: Psy-Changeling Series, Book 1 or any other audiobook for free with a 14-day free trial. If you are a current Audible.com member, the audiobook is available for 1 credit(s). Audible.com is the leading provider of digital audiobooks and audio entertainment on the Internet. Audible titles are downloaded and played on iPods, iPhones, Android devices, Kindles, mp3 players and over 500 other devices. Audible.com has more than 85,000 titles in every genre, including mysteries & thrillers, business, sci-fi & fantasy, as well as titles featured on Oprah's Book Club and the New York Times Best Sellers List. Audible.com has two monthly subscription plans available. The Platinum Plan, at $22.95 per month, entitles members to 2 audiobook credits each month. The Gold Plan, at $14.95 per month, gives listeners one audiobook credit each month. Both plans will entitle you to great discounts on additional audiobook purchases. If you’re a new customer, you can try Audible for free by taking advantage of a 14-day trial offer which includes 1 free audiobook credit. To download Slave to Sensation: Psy-Changeling Series, Book 1 or another title as a free audiobook, visit Audible.com.
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| Vacation Rental Agent Opens New Maui Office Posted: 06 May 2011 04:30 AM PDT Kahului, HI, May 06, 2011 –(PR.com)– Vacation Rental Agent, a leader in providing luxury Maui vacation rentals, announces the opening of their new office in Kula, Hawaii. In keeping with Hawaiian Beach Rentals’ longstanding tradition of offering excellent local expertise, Vacation Rental Agent’s new Maui office brings true local experts one step closer to guests on Hawaii’s "Valley Isle." Local staff that call Maui home are most familiar with the island’s rentals and popular destinations. From Lahaina to Kihei, these island residents can match guests with the proper accommodation ensuring an enjoyable Maui vacation. With a new office in Kula, Vacation Rental Agent continues to offer localized service and create specialized experiences that make for a memorable stay. "Who better to provide tips on choosing the right rental in the best location than someone who lives locally?" asks company owner Jeff Berzolla. "Giving our guests access to this type of local expertise allows them the ability to create a vacation they have been dreaming of." "Visitors to Maui need not waste another moment scouring guidebooks or searching the Internet for recommendations on where to stay," explains Maui luxury expert, Jodie Vita. "They can find all of the authentic advice they need through Vacation Rental Agent’s local office." Vacation Rental Agent’s local experts are available to assist guests with rental recommendations and travel tips at their new office located at: 80 Mauds Place, Kula, HI 96790. About Vacation Rental Agent
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| The Good Rats – “Most Famous Unknown Band” Posted: 06 May 2011 04:30 AM PDT Hewitt, NJ, May 06, 2011 –(PR.com)– The Good Rats will perform at Joey’s Casa Italiana in Hewitt, NJ on May 14, 2011 featuring dinner and a live show with the original founder and member Peppi Marchello. Formed in 1964, the original group consisted of 5 students from St. John’s University…Ted Haenlein, Frank Stapleton, Eric Crane, Denny Ryan and Peppi Marchello. While playing at a club in Queens, New York a record company executive heard them and eventually signed the band. The band continued to play top 40 covers while working on their own original music. Although The Good Rats changed their "lineup" a few times since1964 they released their first album in 1969, self-titled The Good Rats. In 1974, the Good Rats released their best-known and most popular album, Tasty. It featured a blend of hard rock and blues, highlighted by Marchello’s raspy vocals. Various songs from this record, including “Injun Joe,” “Papa Poppa,” a rock ode about cults, the autobiographical numbers “Back to My Music,” and “The Songwriter,” and the blues title track, received airplay around the country on FM radio. "Tasty" was a pop song about the talented musicians who Peppi fired from the band. The Good Rats performed at venues such as Madison Square Garden, The Philadelphia Spectrum, The Nassau Coliseum, The Hammersmith Odeon in England, and New York’s Central Park, as well as showcase rooms such as The Bottom Line in Manhattan, My Father’s Place in Roslyn, NY, Whiskey a Go Go in Los Angeles and The Paradise Room in Boston. They headlined or opened for bands such as Rush, Journey, Kiss, Meat Loaf, Aerosmith, Ozzy Osbourne, The Grateful Dead, Bruce Springsteen, and Styx. Live shows were famous for the band’s stage antics, as Peppi would play air guitar on his baseball bat, throw rubber rats into the crowd, and beat the daylights out of a battered garbage can as he sang. Between 1976 and 1980, The Good Rats released a series of albums, including Ratcity in Blue, From Rats to Riches, Birth Comes to Us All, and Live At Last, all of which were well received by the band’s fan base, and received some airplay on FM radio, without actually putting the band over the top. Throughout the 1980s, Peppi Marchello continued to write and produce recordings with his son Gene. They toured locally for a while under the name "Popzarocca" until the song "First Love" became a minor hit for the band (now renamed "Marchello"), with the music video receiving minor airplay on MTV’s Headbanger’s Ball. In the mid-1990s, Marchello and sons Gene Marchello and Stefan Marchello began playing out locally under “The Good Rats” name. They released three new studio CDs with this lineup, Tasty Seconds (1996), Let’s Have Another Beer (2000), and Play Dum (2002). Marchello also released a live recording of a 1979 appearance on a Rochester radio show, Rats, The Way You Like ’Em. In 1998, Marchello wrote "A Tale of Two Balls," the introduction to the book Conflicts of Disinterest (Aardwolf Publishing) by sometimes controversial author Clifford Meth. They were inducted into the Long Island Music Hall of Fame (www.limusichalloffame.org) in 2008. In July, 2009, Peppi Marchello cut a series of three commercials for the car donation organization Kars4Kids. Peppi Marchello is quoted prominently in the IDW Publishing graphic novel Snaked by Clifford Meth and has been the subject of other stories by the author. The band continues to play in local venues throughout New York, Long Island, New Jersey and Connecticut, as well as playing annually in their own summer weekend outdoor festival aptly named "Ratstock." They play regularly, every month, at Joey’s Casa Italiana in Hewitt, NJ. Record labels include Kapp Records, Warner Bros. Records, Platinum Records, Passport Records, Radar Records, Mondo Records, Fireball Records, Uncle Rat Music and Atlantic Records.antic Records No Cover Charge. Regular and Special Menus Available. There will also be a buffet at the bar for $10.95. For complete details and directions go to www.joeyscasaitaliana.com or call 973-728-4722 after 12 noon. Joey’s Casa Italiana
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| Posted: 06 May 2011 04:30 AM PDT
Learn how to say “James” in Spanish with this learn Spanish video. “How to Say “James” in Spanish” is categorized as “life and leisure”. This video was licensed from Grab Networks. The copyright notice of this video is “© 2011 Howcast, Inc..” For additional video content, click the “video” tab at the top of this page. If you are a new American Consumer News reader, we would like to welcome you to our website. American Consumer News exists to help people become better managers of money and more savvy consumers. We provide daily news covering the companies that consumers interact with on a regular basis, such as Wal-Mart, McDonalds, Bank of America and Ford. We provide reviews of a variety of products, publish press releases relating to consumer issues and have a wide variety of consumed-focused video reports. This website is part of the American Consumer News, LLC network. We would invite you to consider following our ‘ConsumerFeed’ account on Twitter and subscribing to our RSS Feed. You can always view our latest articles and video content by visiting our home page.
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| Posted: 06 May 2011 04:15 AM PDT Melbourne, Australia, May 06, 2011 –(PR.com)– Your carbon footprint is the total amount of greenhouse gas emissions caused by you as an individual, a company or organisation, or a product. Greenhouse gases contribute to climate change and can be emitted from a wide variety of sources, from transport to the production and use of food, fuels, manufactured products, roads, buildings, and much more. One’s carbon footprint is expressed in terms of the amount of carbon dioxide being emitted. An Australian study conducted in 2008 showed that 55% of Australians believed that global warming is one of the most important issues facing the world today. While global warming and specifically climate change are very serious issues, if you think you’re powerless in the face of climate change, think again. Everyone can do something to help save the planet, and one of the easiest yet most powerful things you can do is reduce your carbon footprint. What’s the first thing you can do? Buy energy efficient appliances. While the name Russell’s Lifestyle is relatively new, the Russell family has been trading for over 40 years and currently operating in the Melbourne suburbs of Croydon and Ferntree Gully. Their goal as a company is to promote clean and efficient heating and cooling products, and to give you the highest level of customer service with timely, quality installations. Russell’s Lifestyle is not only the experts for your ducted heating and air conditioning needs, but also for all your hot water ones. Russell’s Lifestyle worked closely with Origin Energy before Origin closed their business. These days Russell’s trades under its own name, and continues in Origin’s footsteps as pioneers in the supply and installation of hot water products. Russell’s Lifestyle has seen in the past 18 months, a surge in solar products for water heating. Most people who are aware that sun-powered water heating tends to cost more, don’t mind paying extra for the long term gain and its benefits for the environment and the planet. Remember the great advance to running a sun-powered water heating system: the only ongoing outlay is the maintenance of your solar equipment: solar and wind energy are free. In the face of energy becoming more expensive and with that trend set to continue into the future, even small changes like this means the reduction of your carbon use will have considerable impact on the planet. Lorraine Jones from Russell’s Lifestyle says, “While some consumers may be aware that there have been enormous strides in the energy efficient appliances market, Russell’s Lifestyle actively creates awareness on its showroom floors that there are energy efficient appliances available to suit the budgets of everyone.” “With the likelihood of energy becoming more expensive in the future, even small changes made to reduce energy consumption will benefit the consumer and the planet.” So among all of the businesses in Melbourne offering heating and cooling supplies, what sets Russell’s Lifestyle apart? Russell’s offer timely and quality installations on all the products they sell. They also offer on-site inspections and easy pay option plans. For more information on the benefits of solar hot water Melbourne and how you can reduce your carbon footprint as a consumer, visit sustainableenergy.com.au.
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| Posted: 06 May 2011 04:03 AM PDT Living Dead in Dallas: Sookie Stackhouse Southern Vampire Mystery #2 is available as a digital audiobook from Audible.com. The title, provided by Recorded Books and authored by Charlaine Harris, has also become an American Consumer News favorite.. The digital audiobook Living Dead in Dallas: Sookie Stackhouse Southern Vampire Mystery #2, narrated by Johanna Parker, has received an average rating of 4.39 stars on Audible.com. The title has a running length of 8 hours and 23 min. The audiobook was first released in May 2008 and a sample is available for download.
The audiobook is normally sold by Audible.com for $24.49, but if you’re not already an AudibleListener® member, you can take advantage of a special promotion and get Living Dead in Dallas: Sookie Stackhouse Southern Vampire Mystery #2 or any other audiobook for free with a 14-day free trial. If you are a current Audible.com member, the audiobook is available for 1 credit(s). Audible.com is the leading provider of digital audiobooks and audio entertainment on the Internet. Audible titles are downloaded and played on iPods, iPhones, Android devices, Kindles, mp3 players and over 500 other devices. Audible.com has more than 85,000 titles in every genre, including mysteries & thrillers, business, sci-fi & fantasy, as well as titles featured on Oprah's Book Club and the New York Times Best Sellers List. Audible.com has two monthly subscription plans available. The Platinum Plan, at $22.95 per month, entitles members to 2 audiobook credits each month. The Gold Plan, at $14.95 per month, gives listeners one audiobook credit each month. Both plans will entitle you to great discounts on additional audiobook purchases. If you’re a new customer, you can try Audible for free by taking advantage of a 14-day trial offer which includes 1 free audiobook credit. To download Living Dead in Dallas: Sookie Stackhouse Southern Vampire Mystery #2 or another title as a free audiobook, visit Audible.com.
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| Virtual Assistant Forums Launches “Become a Virtual Assistant” eBook Posted: 06 May 2011 03:27 AM PDT Portland, OR, May 06, 2011 –(PR.com)– Virtual Assistant Forums, the online community for virtual assistants at all levels of business development, is pleased to announce the launch of the new "Become a Virtual Assistant" eBook. At 110 pages the eBook provides information, direction and advice to help new and aspiring virtual assistants successfully navigate the small business startup process and get down to business. The eBook is accompanied by 22 business-building worksheets, sample contracts and business documents, as well as a hand-picked, detailed list of 100 small business and virtual assistant industry resources- providing immediate access to everything necessary to start a virtual assistant business. “Starting a virtual assistant business can be a confusing, expensive and time consuming process. It may take months to get all of the questions answered and put the necessary pieces in place,” comments Tess Strand Alipour, founder of Virtual Assistant Forums. “The ‘Become a Virtual Assistant’ eBook is a road map designed to help aspiring virtual assistants avoid wasted time and get down to business.” Become a Virtual Assistant – The Virtual Assistant Forums Guide to Success is available for purchase exclusively from the Virtual Assistant Forums website. About Virtual Assistant Forums:
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| Free Audiobook: “March Violets” Posted: 06 May 2011 03:03 AM PDT March Violets is available as a digital audiobook from Audible.com. The title, provided by Books on Tape and authored by Philip Kerr, has also become an American Consumer News favorite.. The digital audiobook March Violets, narrated by John Lee, has received an average rating of 3.99 stars on Audible.com. The title has a running length of 9 hours and 18 min. The audiobook was first released in January 2008 and a sample is available for download.
The audiobook is normally sold by Audible.com for $31.93, but if you’re not already an AudibleListener® member, you can take advantage of a special promotion and get March Violets or any other audiobook for free with a 14-day free trial. If you are a current Audible.com member, the audiobook is available for 1 credit(s). Audible.com is the leading provider of digital audiobooks and audio entertainment on the Internet. Audible titles are downloaded and played on iPods, iPhones, Android devices, Kindles, mp3 players and over 500 other devices. Audible.com has more than 85,000 titles in every genre, including mysteries & thrillers, business, sci-fi & fantasy, as well as titles featured on Oprah's Book Club and the New York Times Best Sellers List. Audible.com has two monthly subscription plans available. The Platinum Plan, at $22.95 per month, entitles members to 2 audiobook credits each month. The Gold Plan, at $14.95 per month, gives listeners one audiobook credit each month. Both plans will entitle you to great discounts on additional audiobook purchases. If you’re a new customer, you can try Audible for free by taking advantage of a 14-day trial offer which includes 1 free audiobook credit. To download March Violets or another title as a free audiobook, visit Audible.com.
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| “The Pyramid and Four Other Kurt Wallander Mysteries” Audiobook Now Available from Audible.com Posted: 06 May 2011 02:00 AM PDT The Pyramid and Four Other Kurt Wallander Mysteries is available as a digital audiobook from Audible.com. The title, provided by Blackstone Audio, Inc. and authored by Henning Mankell, has also become an American Consumer News favorite.. The digital audiobook The Pyramid and Four Other Kurt Wallander Mysteries, narrated by Dick Hill, has received an average rating of 4.02 stars on Audible.com. The title has a running length of 15 hours and 20 min. The audiobook was first released in June 2009 and a sample is available for download.
The audiobook is normally sold by Audible.com for $20.97, but if you’re not already an AudibleListener® member, you can take advantage of a special promotion and get The Pyramid and Four Other Kurt Wallander Mysteries or any other audiobook for free with a 14-day free trial. If you are a current Audible.com member, the audiobook is available for 1 credit(s). Audible.com is the leading provider of digital audiobooks and audio entertainment on the Internet. Audible titles are downloaded and played on iPods, iPhones, Android devices, Kindles, mp3 players and over 500 other devices. Audible.com has more than 85,000 titles in every genre, including mysteries & thrillers, business, sci-fi & fantasy, as well as titles featured on Oprah's Book Club and the New York Times Best Sellers List. Audible.com has two monthly subscription plans available. The Platinum Plan, at $22.95 per month, entitles members to 2 audiobook credits each month. The Gold Plan, at $14.95 per month, gives listeners one audiobook credit each month. Both plans will entitle you to great discounts on additional audiobook purchases. If you’re a new customer, you can try Audible for free by taking advantage of a 14-day trial offer which includes 1 free audiobook credit. To download The Pyramid and Four Other Kurt Wallander Mysteries or another title as a free audiobook, visit Audible.com.
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| Rift Leveling & Builds Guide for Warrior, Cleric, Mage & Rogue Speeds Gamers Through Telara Posted: 06 May 2011 01:58 AM PDT Rift Leveling & Builds Guide for Warrior, Cleric, Mage & Rogue Speeds Gamers Through Telara Rift Supremacy Gives Complete Guardian & Defiant Leveling and Builds Guide With Videos to Help Speed Gamers Through the Game Fast (PRWEB) May 06, 2011 Is there any value in a Rift Leveling Guide? Rift is the latest MMORG to hit the market and it has got off to a flying start with over 1 million subscribers in its first month of launch. The game breathes new life into MMORG although one thing has not changed and that is the size and scope of these online worlds. With the Rift game set to become larger and larger with each update there is no wonder that people are looking for a helping hand with leveling up. Rift Supremacy http://www.riftsupremacy.com claims to help here with a complete leveling guide for both Guardian and Defiant and also builds guide for each of the 4 callings. With so many different specs available to choose from in the game and each one geared for a different playstyle such as PVP, PvE and some “basic soul builds” Rift Supremacy is already getting a lot of attention. The other interesting thing about Rift Supremacy that sets it apart from other guides is the fact that there are complete videos to go with both the leveling guides and the builds guide so gamers can preview how the “soul build” will work before they commit to it on their character in-game. Included with the guide is: 1. Complete Leveling Guide For Both Defiant And Guardian Obviously a Rift leveling guide is not essential to play the game BUT with many gamers looking to get to the end-game content as quickly as possible it might just prove helpful… For more information visit: http://www.riftsupremacy.com ### For the original version on PRWeb visit: http://www.prweb.com/releases/prweb2011/5/prweb8380417.htm
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| UK Terror Alert iPhone App Launches Today Posted: 06 May 2011 01:42 AM PDT UK Terror Alert iPhone App Launches Today Raaza Limited today launched the new UK Terror Alert iPhone app, which ensures users always know the latest terrorism threat level as issued by the UK's MI5 Security Service and the UK Home Office. UK Terror Alert in the only iPhone app that gives you access to the UK's threat levels, making it the most important iPhone utility for combating the threat from terrorism. London, UK (PRWEB UK) 6 May 2011 Raaza Limited today launched the new UK Terror Alert iPhone app, which ensures users always know the latest terrorism threat level as issued by the UK's MI5 Security Service and the UK Home Office. UK Terror Alert in the only iPhone app that gives you access to the UK's threat levels, making it the most important iPhone utility for combating the threat from terrorism. The UK Terror Alert iPhone app also includes important information on combating terrorism, and a history of all previous threat level changes. The app is integrated with Facebook and Twitter, allowing users to share information about the current threat levels with their network of friends and family. Richard Rauser, founder at Raaza, said today "The UK Terror Alert iPhone app is a great example of how the UK's crown copyrighted data can be used to ensure better public access to essential information. While no one should let fear of terrorism dominate their lives, UK Terror Alert is the key app to have in order to keep yourself aware of the terrorist threat." To learn more, see screen shots, and download a press kit, please visit the UK Terror Alert website. # # # For the original version on PRWeb visit: http://www.prweb.com/releases/prweb2011/5/prweb8380060.htm
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| Ocean Sky Appoints Sugden to Head Expanding Luton Maintenance Facility Posted: 06 May 2011 01:42 AM PDT Ocean Sky Appoints Sugden to Head Expanding Luton Maintenance Facility Leading international private jet company Ocean Sky is appointing Chris Sugden as manager of its expanding engineering operations at London Luton Airport. London (PRWEB UK) 6 May 2011 Leading international private jet company Ocean Sky is appointing Chris Sugden as manager of its expanding engineering operations at London Luton Airport. Sugden will oversee all business aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) services at Ocean Sky's 46,000-square foot Luton facility. A sister operation to Ocean Sky's engineering base at Manchester airport, the Luton facility provides authorised maintenance services for the full range of Bombardier business jets and supports aircraft from other manufacturers, including Dassault. Since acquiring the Luton hangar from airline Monarch in May 2010, Ocean Sky has seen its total engineering revenues grow by 20%. The group is forecasting engineering revenues to grow by a further 60% in the next 12 months. Sugden says: "Joining a well-established company and heading a new engineering facility at a London airport is an exciting opportunity, especially as we will be servicing aircraft from all parts of the globe. We have a fully-functioning engineering facility and a team of highly-qualified engineers: my role will be to ensure maximum utilisation of resources and to grow the business." Sugden is an experienced aircraft engineer and manager who has held senior roles at London Business Aviation, Hunting Business Aviation and Hatfield Executive Aviation, and worked with Hawker Beechcraft, Harrods Aviation, NetJets Europe, Raytheon Aircraft Services and British Aerospace. Ocean Sky's group chief executive Stephen Grimes says: "In Chris, we have a highly-experienced engineer with the capability to manage the significant growth we have planned for Luton. Together with the engineering capabilities at our Manchester Jet Centre, the Luton facility gives Ocean Sky the capacity to become the UK's leading maintenance provider for Bombardier aircraft and a prominent provider for other makes." High-resolution photographs of Chris Sugden can be downloaded here (http://www.flickr.com/photos/8020communications/5686698178/in/set-72157624909389106/). Notes to Editors: # # # For the original version on PRWeb visit: http://www.prweb.com/releases/prweb2011/5/prweb8378821.htm
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| Family Music Company Inspires Thousands At The White House Posted: 06 May 2011 01:02 AM PDT Family Music Company Inspires Thousands At The White House LA based family band asked to perform at the White House! Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) May 06, 2011 Michelle Obama decided that kids need to move. The Rhythm Child Network decided that kids need to drum. The two forces came together this year at The White House Easter Egg Roll to encourage children to lead healthy and active lives. Award-winning singer/songwriter Norm Jones and his family band, Rhythm Child, were chosen to bring their dynamic talents to The White House promoting interactive music as a way to get people inspired and moving. Upbeat songs and rhythmic drumming allow Rhythm Child to engage both kids and their parents in a mutually beneficial activity that focuses on creative expression as motivation for movement. Research shows that drumming builds a person's immune system and reduces stress … Rhythm Child creates an environment that makes those valuable tools easily accessible. Inspired by The First Lady's mantra of "Get up & Go" for this year's celebration, Jones collaborated with brother and Cleveland Reggae legend, Carlos Jones, to write the unofficial theme song for the event. Not only was the song enthusiastically debuted at The White House in front of thousands, but the entire Rhythm Child family had the opportunity to talk to The President & First Lady about how music can carry the message for their very important Let's Move initiative. "Get up & Go" is a contagious rally-cry for conscious living and healthy choices. Jones believes that every child has the ability to tap into his or her own rhythms and can use that as an inspiration to explore many other things. Interacting with music is just one way to get kids up and motivated, but Rhythm Child is on a mission to make sure that more children share that experience. The song is currently available as a free download on the Rhythm Child website. Created in 2003, The Rhythm Child Network have dominated the West Coast kids music scene ever since. They have played to sold out audiences at The Grammy Museum, Kidstock Music Festival, Geffen Playhouse, Club Nokia, and the Los Angeles County Museum of Art to name a few. The company is run by Heather Jones, Norm's wife, and their two sons, Bailey, 10, and Andre, 5 are featured drummers and singers in the band. It's a true family affair that creates a soulful, positive experience for everyone to share. Imagine if Bob Marley, John Lennon and Otis Redding held a family music festival on Sesame Street…you'd be at a Rhythm Child concert. Their road to The White House from the sands of Santa Monica has been filled with the ability to reach out to thousands of kids along the way and get them up and moving. They have performed at government housing projects in Watts and mansions in the hillsides beyond; from schools to temples to community centers and concert halls all over California. Watching kids discover music is something that continues to inspire Rhythm Child to do the work they do, and playing for The President of the United States is the ultimate journey for Rhythm Child to reach the entire Rhythm Nation. ### For the original version on PRWeb visit: http://www.prweb.com/releases/prweb2011/5/prweb8385121.htm
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| Legendary Guest Bartender Charles “Chuck” Reed Takes to the Tap Again Posted: 06 May 2011 01:02 AM PDT Legendary Guest Bartender Charles "Chuck" Reed Takes to the Tap Again Where Legends Are Born. Epstein's Bar, Lower East Side, NYC New York, NY (PRWEB) May 06, 2011 Charles "Chuck" Reed, the legendary guest bartender from the Lower East Side will take to the tap at Epstein's Bar on the island of Manhattan this following Thursday, May 12, from 6 to 9pm. The Happy Hour event is expected to draw wild crowds of local and traveling enthusiasts into the bar and seating area outside to see Chuck pop bottles of brew and mix up a mean one. "Guest bartending is a different way to give back," says Chuck, who gained notoriety in recent years due to his passion for guest bartending and unique drink mixing skill set. "I will offer ½ off draft beers and well drinks," insists Chuck. Epstein's, or "Eppy's" as Charles or "Chuck" would endearingly call the bar, is located on the corner of Allen & Stanton, just below Houston, and is alternatively known as: The Best Bar in the LES. "I look at this as a challenge. The crowds will come, and while others may worry that they may not be able to keep up, I say no. It's the crowd that may not be able to keep up with me, and it is they who have to worry," adds Chuck. Aside from this, there is expected to be V.I.P. appearances from both regular and local fixtures at Epstein's. Members of the press and general public are invited to attend. Those that are unable, however, may follow Chuck's Happy Hour service on Twitter for the latest tweetable updates on drinks mixed and current bar atmosphere: @ChuckatEppys. "Looking forward to seeing you there, and bring it on!" chimes Chuck as the sun begins to set on the horizon overlooking the Lower East Side of the island of Manhattan, bringing the world one day closer to an evening when legends are born. ### For the original version on PRWeb visit: http://www.prweb.com/releases/prweb2011/5/prweb8384936.htm
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| Chelshire Announces Availability of 7 Estate Lots in Granite Bay Posted: 06 May 2011 01:02 AM PDT Chelshire Announces Availability of 7 Estate Lots in Granite Bay After more than 20 years in the making and the completion of one spectacular 13,500 square foot estate, the 7 remaining lots in the Chelshire development are now available for purchase. Granite Bay, CA (PRWEB) May 06, 2011 After more than 20 years in the making and the completion of one spectacular 13,500 square foot estate, the 7 remaining lots in the Chelshire development are now available for purchase. This is the first time in over 12 years that any of the estate lots, ranging in size from 2.3 to 5 acres with pricing starting in the mid-$400's, have been offered for sale. Attractive seller-financing will be available to qualified parties in order to support buyers in their quest to design and build their dream homes. The developer's goal is to invite and respect the scale of Chelshire's extraordinary estate properties through its entrance features, in an elegant yet understated old world manner (stone pilasters and stone pedestrian arbors), that will embody the style and ambiance reflective of the equestrian/wine-recognized Santa Inez Valley and the New-California / Old-European character of the Napa wine country, while embracing the openness and natural personality of the Granite Bay community. The property is currently being enhanced by a monumental and architecturally-scaled, yet tasteful 10-foot tall stone entry designed by regionally-recognized architects Kevin Obrien and Ron Allison. Mr. Allison's landscape plan features spectacular landscaping and lighting at the entry and along Eureka Road, complete property perimeter fencing, including exquisite hand-forged twin vehicular and matching pedestrian gates, which will not only provide privacy to the Chelshire residents, but set the standard for rustic elegance in the central Granite Bay area. Chelshire is located in the heart of Granite Bay, which is home to the high-performing Eureka Union School District, and features fully-improved lots, with all utilities available onsite. The Chelshire investment group consists of a long-standing and local Granite Bay development. The community entry and landscape improvements are being completed by Gyori Dev.Corp. For further information you may contact Nick Sadek @916-966-4444 ### For the original version on PRWeb visit: http://www.prweb.com/releases/prweb2011/5/prweb8384781.htm
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| Posted: 06 May 2011 01:01 AM PDT Med Access Announces Survey Results That Demonstrate A High Degree of Client Satisfaction With Support Services Med Access has completed a survey of clients that has revealed a high degree of satisfaction with the Support services provided. Kelowna, B.C. (PRWEB) May 06, 2011 Med Access announces that a survey of existing Electronic Medical Record (EMR) clients has revealed a high degree of satisfaction with the Support services provided. The survey was conducted in March of this year, and a response was received from a representative sample of the client base. In summary:
"The feedback that we have received on our Support services is very encouraging" commented Paul Walker, President and CEO of Med Access. "We have industry-leading EMR software, and the Support services we provide are clearly strengthening our comparative solution offering by meeting or exceeding the expectations of our clients and helping them to achieve both their patient care and business objectives." Med Access is dedicated to continued improvement and has added Support staff to keep pace with growth and is investing heavily in their training. The company has introduced proactive, appointment based service calls with Support staff, and continues to offer customers direct access to their dedicated Support team. About Med Access Med Access is Western Canada's leading provider of Specialty and Family Practice Electronic Medical Record (EMR) software, and the only vendor conformed and publicly funded in all 4 Western provinces. The company is privately held and has a wide and diverse shareholder base. Med Access is headquartered in Kelowna, British Columbia, with offices in Calgary and Winnipeg. For more information on Med Access, visit http://www.med-access.net # # # For the original version on PRWeb visit: http://www.prweb.com/releases/prweb2011/5/prweb8384697.htm
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| Nipple Surgery Procedures on the Rise Posted: 06 May 2011 01:01 AM PDT Nipple Surgery Procedures on the Rise Surgeons have been performing nipple surgery for years to improve the look of enlarged nipples, correct inverted nipples or achieve areola reduction. Dr. Grant Stevens is known for nipple repair procedures and has seen an increase at his practice. Marina Del Rey, CA (PRWEB) May 06, 2011 According to Dr. Grant Stevens, a board-certified plastic surgeon and founder of Marina Plastic Surgery Associates (http://www.marinaplasticsurgery.com), more and more women are coming to his practice seeking nipple surgery for repair, correction and enhancement. “The fact is that even though nipples may be hidden, women still want them to look attractive,” says Dr. Stevens. “Millions of women suffer with nipple and areola abnormalities such as inverted nipples, enlarged nipples, and puffy, enlarged or discolored areolas. Many of these conditions can impact breast function, but they all impact the way women feel about their bodies.” Dr. Stevens had so many requests for repair that he created a nipple surgery website, http://www.nipplerepair.com, where women (and men) can go to choose the perfect nipple. “The nipple can be repaired during outpatient surgery or during breast reduction or breast enhancement surgery,” says Dr. Stevens. There are various nipple conditions including:
Dr. Stevens trained extensively in both general and plastic surgery before establishing his successful Los Angeles plastic surgery practice. Dr. Stevens has published extensively in clinical research publications showcasing some of the latest developments in plastic surgery procedures and has gained recognition as a pioneer in new techniques for procedures including liposuction and breast reduction. At Marina Plastic Surgery Associates (http://www.marinaplasticsurgery.com), board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Grant Stevens offers innovative plastic surgery procedures including breast augmentation, face lifts, and abdominoplasty. After earning his medical degree with honors from Washington University Medical School in St. Louis, Dr. Stevens trained extensively in both general and plastic surgery before establishing his successful Los Angeles plastic surgery practice. Dr. Stevens has published extensively in clinical research publications showcasing some of the latest developments in plastic surgery procedures, and has gained recognition as a pioneer in new techniques for procedures including breast reduction. ### For the original version on PRWeb visit: http://www.prweb.com/releases/prweb2011/5/prweb8384601.htm
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| Pandora De Balthazar is Hosting Her Antique Textiles Show in Sturbridge Posted: 06 May 2011 01:00 AM PDT Pandora De Balthazar is Hosting Her Antique Textiles Show in Sturbridge Join Pandora de Balthazar on her Show of the Latest Trends in Antique Textiles Sturbridge, MA (PRWEB) May 06, 2011 Antique collectors from across the Northeast are gathering up for the Sturbridge Textile Show to attend Pandora's wonderful exhibition of 17th and 18th century textiles and the latest European Luxury Bedding Collection. Pandora de Balthazar, formerly known as European Luxury Bedding, of Pensacola, Florida will be hosting the show of her extensive collection on Monday May 9, 2011 from 9:30am to 5:00pm at the Sturbridge Textile Show. Some of her showpieces include beautiful 18th c. embroideries, tapestries, laces, and trousseaus. She will also be offering a full platform of rejuvenating downs sleep products – the European Sleeping System. The theme of the event is "Living with Textiles". "I'm proud to offer our finest collection of textiles in 25 years," says Pandora de Balthazar, company founder. "The collection we're showcasing is simply exquisite; every piece is unique and beautiful…" About Pandora de Balthazár ### For the original version on PRWeb visit: http://www.prweb.com/releases/prweb2011/5/prweb8384258.htm
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| Posted: 06 May 2011 01:00 AM PDT Successful Entrepreneur and Consultant Joins LifePath Unlimited as VP of Marketing & Business Development Dustin Buysse Appointed Vice President of Marketing & Business Development at LifePath Unlimited to Spearhead the Company's Global Expansion Carefree, AZ (PRWEB) May 06, 2011 LifePath Unlimited, a leading home-based business opportunity helping people to achieve personal and financial success through personal development, has appointed a new Vice President of Marketing & Business Development. Dustin Buysse is a Business Development Specialist with a proven track record for success and a Doctorate in Business Administration. His role will be to spearhead the global expansion and growth of LifePath Unlimited across the world and into new markets. He will also manage the marketing and branding of the company as a whole. Dustin's diverse background includes founding three lucrative MLM companies whilst sidelining as a sought-after consultant and top recruiter in the network marketing industry. As a consultant, Buysse gave riveting speeches to groups of network marketers across the world, while also providing counsel to both upstart and established companies seeking his guidance. After leading thousands of entrepreneurs to success, he went on to establish his own lead generation and marketing company in Grow Rich Media. Dustin has also been a consistent top producer while serving as master distributer for several highbrow marketing companies. Dustin is the proud and dedicated single father of his nine-year-old daughter Kerista Buysse. Dustin was born and raised in rural Cottonwood, Minnesota and relocated to Texas 9 years ago. Speaking of his new role, Dustin said; "LifePath Unlimited is the home I have been searching for and the community has welcomed me with open arms. Under the leadership of Joe Neid and Dave Mackenzie, LifePath Unlimited has a unique combination of outstanding products and compensation – the company is like nothing I have ever experienced. “LifePath Unlimited is much more than a job, it is a dream opportunity to work with truly great people in building the world's premier free enterprise and personal development company. I have found my home and I am here to stay." About LIFEPATH UNLIMITED: LifePath Unlimited provides audio and video materials, online resources, motivational speakers and exciting events to assist people in unlocking their true potential. This extraordinary home-based business opportunity provides the tools, products and training necessary to achieve entrepreneurial success. Countless individuals in their community prosper professionally and financially and have the flexibility to live a lifestyle by design. Many of them are traveling the world and living life to the fullest. The company will be hosting their annual five-day 'Destiny' event in Cuzco, Peru from May 29- June 2, 2011. The upcoming event will be held at the historic Hotel Monasterio in the magical Andes Mountains. 'Destiny' features unparalleled presenters and trainers who will help attendees to make personal discoveries and transcend limits. To find out more about LifePath Unlimited please visit http://www.lifepathunlimited.com. LifePath Unlimited takes the marketing out of network marketing. http://www.lifeisaholiday.com Contact: # # # For the original version on PRWeb visit: http://www.prweb.com/releases/prweb2011/5/prweb8384242.htm
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| Download a Free Audiobook of “Green River, Running Red” from Audible.com Posted: 06 May 2011 01:00 AM PDT Green River, Running Red is available as a digital audiobook from Audible.com. The title, provided by Simon & Schuster Audio and authored by Ann Rule, has also become an American Consumer News favorite.. The digital audiobook Green River, Running Red, narrated by Barbara Caruso, has received an average rating of 0 stars on Audible.com. The title has a running length of 19 hours and 22 min. The audiobook was first released in April 2011 and a sample is available for download.
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| Worldwide Energy, Inc. Announces Launch of New Website Posted: 06 May 2011 01:00 AM PDT Worldwide Energy, Inc. Announces Launch of New Website Worldwide Energy, Inc. is delighted to announce the launch of its redesigned website including a short video. The new customer-focused site embodies Worldwide Energy, Inc.'s forward–thinking vision and commitment to the growing needs of its consumers. Worldwide Energy, Inc. offers turnkey solutions to a broad range of commercial, municipal and government entities throughout the US, to improve energy efficiency and reduce utility expenditures. Lenexa, KS (PRWEB) May 06, 2011 Worldwide Energy, Inc.'s new user-friendly website welcomes visitors with a clean uncluttered design, moving images, blogging and pull down menus. Featured content is centered on Worldwide Energy, Inc.'s mission to help the commercial industry increase energy efficiency, by reducing energy consumption and carbon emissions. Visitors to the site will find a comprehensive overview of state-of-the-art energy efficient products with benefits and features listed. Content will include: interior & exterior lighting, heating & cooling, motor power factor enhancement, window tinting, cool roofs and solar solutions. Visitors are invited to sign up for our monthly "EnergyRich News" newsletter and stay on the cutting edge of energy efficient updates. Worldwide Energy, Inc. has experienced phenomenal growth and has rapidly gained attention with businesses nationwide. "With constant industry updates, the introduction of new technology and services; it was time for a comprehensive restructuring of our online presence and it will provide increased flexibility for future growth," said Worldwide Energy, Inc.'s Vice President & COO, Gaylen Davenport. What sets Worldwide Energy, Inc. apart from competitors is its ability to provide a complete turnkey implementation of all types of energy efficiency upgrades and, as the single point of responsibility, insure clients' complete satisfaction. This includes the ability to design and certify efficiency projects to meet the EPA's requirements and provide the comprehensive tax package to secure the client's tax deduction along with procuring all available utility incentives. Worldwide Energy, Inc. (http://www.worldwideenergy.com) services include facility energy audits and analysis, turnkey retrofit implementation, sales of energy efficient products, and handling of all the rebate/tax incentive paperwork for its clients. The web developer, Bo Lais of Brazen Web Design (http://www.brazenwebdesign.com) was responsible for the redesign and worked closely with Worldwide Energy, Inc.'s Marketing Department to enhance the site's usability, content, and navigation. ### For the original version on PRWeb visit: http://www.prweb.com/releases/prweb2011/5/prweb8384204.htm
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| Posted: 06 May 2011 12:59 AM PDT Fermionic Releases Title Song "Witnessing Time" and Promotional CD to Commemorate Holocaust Remembrance Day and the Liberation of Mauthausen Ricky Fermin a singer songwriter based in Atlanta, Ga has pre- released his title track "Witnessing Time" and promotional CD to reviewers and Disc Jockeys in anticipation of its July release. Atlanta,Ga (PRWEB) May 06, 2011 Ricky Fermin who performs as Fermionic in the Hip/Hop Pop clubs of Atlanta and the surrounding areas announced the release of his latest CD title track “Witnessing Time”. Fermionic has been an influence for the past decade in the Latino musical performance community and after more than two years of defining a new sound has produced an album of interesting, focused, positive but eclectic songs that hit a broad spectrum of musical tastes, beats and rhythms in a new genre. Locally considered a leading edge performer known for writing and performing his own work he decided in 2008 to branch out in a different direction- professional songwriting and music production-but with a positive spin. The public release of the CD will be on July 4, 2011. The current release is to music reviewers and radio stations for promotional purposes. Always interested in the Hispanic struggle against evil in the world title song is a tribute to the Spanish prisoners held at Mauthausen concentration camp in Austria. To many the Spanish Holocaust is a largely unknown part of Holocaust history. This promo CD does not contain all of the tracks and is the "studio" version. In addition to the promo CD there are two song downloads on line from the album. If you are not on the Fermin Music list of professional marketing contacts please request a free copy of the promo CD on company letterhead before June 15, 2011. Send the request to Ricky Fermin, 2902 BriarOak Dr.,Duluth,Ga 30096. This promo CD release, almost fully subscribed is based on availability and will be limited. The new CD “Witnessing Time” has an abstract painting on the front in memory of Mauthausen and a cover song of the same name. The painting was done by the internationally recognized LA Artist Robert Maja (robertmaja.com) and all of the songs were written and performed by Fermionic with music backup produced in part by collaborating anonymous local musicians, singers and producers. The first song now in pre release is a tribute to the Spanish prisoners interned by the Nazis for Franco after the Spanish Civil War in the Mauthausen (Gusen) concentration camp. Simon Wiesenthal and thousands more were interned there along with about 30 thousand Spanish prisoners. This camp was liberated on May 6,1945 so the release date is a marker for that historic event. Also the annual Holocaust Remembrance Day is celebrated on Sunday. One of the downloads is the title song-"Witnessing Time". Ricky Fermin wanted to keep the memory of the Holocaust fresh in the minds of all Spanish speaking people by writing and performing this song. From this haunting song the album moves through a series of upbeat works strongly ranging from loves songs to ballads of Hollywood movie making, an excellent instructional piece on stock market investing and several very danceable, fun-very positive and unique songs rounding out the diversified selection. The two promo songs are available on fermionic.bandcamp.com today for a download price of only .49 until June 15th. Perhaps the brightest note in this repertoire CD is the critically acclaimed “She Likes Me Girl” a local Atlanta cross over favorite. The second download is also from the album and will also be available for .49 until July 15, 2011. In the Atlanta market there has been a tendency in recent years for this particular genre of music to drift into gansta culture creating a less than positive image both for the content, the listener and the performer. Fermionic decided his music and direction would deliberately go in the opposite direction. The songs on this album show this integrity of purpose. A number of them are actually educational. Fermionic’s CD has a number of songs that can stand on their own as hits. This effort has been applauded and locally supported both by fans and fellow performers in the Atlanta community. The appeal for his music and this particular CD is to a very broad spectrum of the music loving public. Fermionic a very prolific songwriter and performer intends to follow this CD with another one to be available in mid fall. The timeline for the public release of Fermionic’s CD has been set for July 4, 2011 and the pre release will allow movie reviewers and radio stations the time to listen to and gauge the strength of this CD on its own merits. As a gesture to his many fans the album is being sold in pre release on kickstarter.com/ (search for: fermionic) up to June 15 on a special “buy one/get one” free offer for $9.99. The CD’s will ship on July 4th and then be for sale to the public. After the release date( July 4, 2011 ) the price will go to $12.99 (available directly only from rickyfermin.com) or individual song downloads on fermionic.bandcamp.com at $1.99 per song download. Fermionic has a number of venues booked for release parties and a number of interviews with local radio stations scheduled. You can contact Fermionic on Twitter @fermionic or FaceBook. (http://www.facebook.com/#!/profile.php?id=541505630) for updates on the CD, performance dates, interviews or to be put on his mailing list. ### For the original version on PRWeb visit: http://www.prweb.com/releases/prweb2011/5/prweb8383796.htm
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| Sunrise Ranch Concert Series Presents: Carrie Rodriguez and Pieta Brown Posted: 06 May 2011 12:59 AM PDT Sunrise Ranch Concert Series Presents: Carrie Rodriguez and Pieta Brown Listen to two fabulous rising star talents in the beautiful Dome at Sunrise Ranch. Find out why the Sunrise Ranch concert series has received rave reviews and why performers are eager to sing in such a unique venue with amazing acoustics. Loveland, Colorado (PRWEB) May 06, 2011 Sunrise Ranch invites you to an evening of music in the beautiful Dome concert venue as they continue their successful Concert Series on Saturday, May 14, 2011. Doors open at 6:30 pm and the concert begins at 7:00 pm. The concert features the talents of Pieta Brown and Carrie Rodriguez. Carrie Rodriguez is a classically trained fiddle-toting, mandoguitar-slinging Texas-based singer/songwriter just beginning to flex her artistic muscles with “Love and Circumstance” (2010, Opus Records). On the new CD Carrie covers Lucinda Williams, Townes Van Zandt, as well as material that includes tributes to members of her family. Carrie honors her father, fellow troubadour David Rodriguez, with his unreleased “When I Heard Gypsy Davey Sing,” and her great aunt, singer Eva Garza, with “La Punalada Trapera” from the Mexican-American performer’s repertoire. In addition to the new CD, Carrie made a recent national TV appearance on Austin City Limits (PBS) and toured with Los Lonely Boys, John Prine, Lucinda Williams and more. Tickets can be purchased for $20 by calling 1-877-SUN(786)-0078 or online at http://www.sunriseranch.org. The concert will be held in The Dome at Sunrise Ranch, a beautiful 400-seat venue located west of Loveland, Colorado near Masonville. The acoustics and ambiance of this venue will enhance the power of these talented performers. Sunrise Ranch is a Spiritual Center cradled in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains. By day the wide-open blue of the Colorado sky stretches overhead; and by night, there is an endless canopy of brilliant stars. It is known as a place for learning, reflection, and transformation. This evening promises to be one full of music, energy and sweet memories. ### For the original version on PRWeb visit: http://www.prweb.com/releases/prweb2011/5/prweb8383743.htm
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| Nearly 50 Years Young, Package Decorator AQL Continues to Add New Technology, New Capabilities Posted: 06 May 2011 12:59 AM PDT Nearly 50 Years Young, Package Decorator AQL Continues to Add New Technology, New Capabilities Fairview, New Jersey-based package decorator AQL Decorating, Inc., already has the first OMSO Axial machine in the U.S., which allows continuous 360-degree printing, even on irregularly shaped containers. (PRWEB) May 06, 2011 Fairview, New Jersey-based package decorator AQL Decorating, Inc., already has the first OMSO Axial machine in the U.S., which allows continuous 360-degree printing, even on irregularly shaped containers. With a new Shorewood 6500 Series Rotary pressure-sensitive labeler, the company's second such machine, AQL brings increased high-speed, front-and-back labeling capacity. According to AQL Vice President and General Manager Jim Sheehan, "This is the machine for precision, simultaneous front- and back-labeling applications. Not only does it dramatically reduce scrap rates, it can perform high-speed labeling on both round and oval bottles. Our customers get a quality product, quickly." AQL has also purchased an OMSO Novax M that features six-color capabilities. Another high-speed performer, OMSO is a manufacturer of premier decorating machines. Explains Sheehan, "What the Novax M brings to the table is the ability to flame treat, apply ink and UV cure all in one motion — it's just one more way we can create a great-looking container that meets the demands and needs of our customers." With almost 50 years of experience in bringing decorating solutions to its clients, including helping the cosmetics industry keep a pretty face on their packaging, AQL's Jim Sheehan says that the commitment to reducing waste while keeping quality high will never grow old. "We don't want to just keep up with technology; we always want to be one step ahead." With the addition of these two machines, it looks like AQL is already in the passing lane. About AQL Decorating, Inc.: CONTACT: Steven Nussbaum O.Berk Company # # # For the original version on PRWeb visit: http://www.prweb.com/releases/prweb2011/5/prweb8383561.htm
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| Exadel Continues Developing Time Saving Features for their Tiggr prototyping Tool Posted: 06 May 2011 12:58 AM PDT Exadel Continues Developing Time Saving Features for their Tiggr prototyping Tool Tiggr (http://gotiggr.com), a web application for creating, sharing, and previewing interactive HTML web and mobile web prototypes . Concord, CA (PRWEB) May 06, 2011 Exadel, the leading global software engineering company that provides services, solutions and technology, releases Tiggr 2.01. Tiggr is quickly becoming the most sought over prototyping application by business users, business analysts, UI and web developers. Tiggr provides all the UI tools needed to collaboratively and proactively create, share, and preview interactive HTML prototypes for web and mobile web.Tiggr is hosted on the Amazon EC2 cloud; be up and running with a single click. Tiggr 2.0 packs powerful new features that not only improve your Time to Market, but improved quality as well. The improvement in Time to Market has been measured between 50 to 60%, achieved by bringing the team of business users and business analysts to consensus. The collaborative approach improves not only TTM, but the sense of accomplishment and unity of the project team. “Tiggr is the best prototyping tool on the market. We completed our first project in less than half the time it would normally take. We’ve standardized on Tiggr as a part of our process,” said the lead developer of an interactive marketing firm. ### For the original version on PRWeb visit: http://www.prweb.com/releases/prweb2011/5/prweb8383224.htm
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| How to Meet the Challenges of State Renewable Portfolio Laws — A Restructuring Today Webinar Posted: 06 May 2011 12:58 AM PDT How to Meet the Challenges of State Renewable Portfolio Laws — A Restructuring Today Webinar To meet the demand for green power, states have been enacting renewable portfolio standards (RPS). These laws ensure that a percentage of renewable energy is included in the portfolio of a state's utility—and mandate that the percentage increases over a specified number of years. What are the biggest challenges to achieving state RPS goals? What do states hope to get from offering above-market contracts to new technologies? And how does all this affect the consumer? Find out the answers to these questions and more when you join Restructuring Today for this new webinar … Rockville, MD (PRWEB) May 06, 2011 To meet the demand for green power, states have been enacting renewable portfolio standards (RPS) to replace fossil fuel generation. RPS laws ensure that a certain percentage of renewable energy is included in the portfolio of a particular state’s utilities — and mandate that the percentage increases over a specified number of years. These laws compel utilities and regulators to buy or make green power. But with these new projects come increased costs — and a debate over who exactly will have to pay for the power produced. It is a big issue in many competitive states. Because each state RPS program is based on a variety of state-specific considerations, no two are alike. As a result, understanding these programs and how they could impact your firm isn’t an easy task. So what are the biggest challenges to achieving state RPS goals? What do states hope to get from offering above-market contracts to new technologies? And how does all this affect the consumer? Get answers to these questions and more when by joining Restructuring Today for a new webinar “How to Meet the Challenges of State Renewable Portfolio Laws” on Wednesday, May 18, 2011 (webinar recording available for download). Listen as a panel of industry experts provides the most up-to-date information on the debates about the objectives of RPS laws that are unfolding in state capitals around the country. And why offshore wind and tidal power plus clean coal plants are some of the biggest issues facing utilities today. Learn why some states, like California, with very large RPS requirements have to spend a lot on generation and transmission. And how regulators are grappling with the decision about who will ultimately foot the bill for those additional costs, balancing the need for meeting the law’s objectives with its responsibility to protect consumers. Hear from this panel of industry experts during Restructuring Today’s webinar, “How to Meet the Challenges of State Renewable Portfolio Laws:”
Details about Restructuring Today’s "How to Meet the Challenges of State Renewable Portfolio Laws" Webinar is available at http://www.restructuringtoday.com/State-Renewable-Portfolio-Laws-Webinar.htm or by calling +1-301-769-6804 (888-471-4447 toll-free in US & Canada). About Restructuring Today: Our mission is to deliver exclusive news chronicling ongoing efforts to open competitive wholesale and retail energy markets with in-depth analysis on why some fail and others succeed. The newsletter began publishing in 1997. For more information, contact Season Crawford, VP of Marketing and Associate Publisher, season(at)ghinews(dot)com, +1-301-769-6903 x102. ### For the original version on PRWeb visit: http://www.prweb.com/releases/prweb2011/5/prweb8383077.htm
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| Pure Scandi to Host 3rd Annual Valborg Event at Downtown Miami Development Vizcayne Posted: 06 May 2011 12:58 AM PDT Pure Scandi to Host 3rd Annual Valborg Event at Downtown Miami Development Vizcayne Vizcayne Miami, Downtown Miami's brand-new twin 49-story residential towers, is targeting the influx of foreign buyers in South Florida. MIAMI, FL (PRWEB) May 06, 2011 Vizcayne Miami, Downtown Miami's brand-new twin 49-story residential towers, is targeting the influx of foreign buyers in South Florida. Vizcayne and Pure Scandi have taken the opportunity to host a Pure Scandi event at the breathtaking rooftop pool, where traditions from the Scandinavian countries (Denmark, Faroe Islands, Finland, Iceland, Norway, Sweden) have been combined with Miami style, and will take place the evening of May 7, 2011. Valborg Miami is the 3rd annual Valborg event hosted by Pure Scandi, and draws the growing demographic of Scandinavians in South Florida, which is estimated to be over 50,000 and steadily growing. Florida is poised to become the state with the largest Scandinavian expatriate population in the USA with ideal weather, attractive real estate value and increasingly accessibility from Scandinavia. Recent press in Scandinavia and especially Sweden has highlighted this growing trend, especially in light of recent political turmoil in Thailand, the traditional second-home destination for Scandinavians. Edward de Valle II of amgwagency.com owner of Florida's number one advertising and public relations agency with global offices in Latin America, Caribbean, and Europe helped find the location for this event. He felt that Vizcayne Residences offered an unmatched location. Plus as a real estate and marketing expert he knows the value that this event demographic can bring to the real estate marketing and sales firm International Sales Group. Director of Pure Scandi, Matthew Miceli, noted, "After organizing Scandinavian-themed events for 5 years, we wanted to create an event that not only attracted Scandinavian brands as our traditional events, but also had a real Miami element. Valborg Miami 3 is our first attempt to combine cutting-edge Miami real estate which is directly targeting foreign buyers with an international audience, to highlight the weakening of the dollar and the increased accessibility to Miami from Scandinavia with flights recently added by all the major carriers." The event's presenting sponsor, Air Berlin, is using the event to showcase its inter-continental routes and especially it's Miami – Scandinavia routes. As Air Berlin serves every major airport in Scandinavia with flights connecting in Berlin, Air Berlin has become a most convenient airline for travel between the two regions for this exploding demographic. Valborg is one of the oldest holidays in Scandinavia and Northern Europe celebrated today. The holiday originates from the Vikings to celebrate the return of spring each year, and the day was later renamed "St. Walpurgis Day" when Scandinavians became Christianized. It is traditionally celebrated at the beginning of spring each year. Valborg Miami features a true Scandinavian smörgåsbord menu by Jupiter native and Dative master chef Christian Cotton, and Scandinavian music. Sponsors include the only Aquavit producer outside Scandinavia, American-brand Krogstads Aquavit, as well as Stockholms Fine Festival Beer which is making inroads in the South Florida market after success in the southeast USA. With an increasing number of sponsors at each event, Pure Scandi events have become the country's pre-eminent Scandinavian event, and will host events in new markets for their annual Lucia event in winter 2011-12. Event sponsors include Hurtigruten and Skagen, as well as Icelandic Glacial Water and White Rock Beverages, all presented by more than a dozen Scandinavian models. About Pure Scandi Pure Scandi: Valborg Miami 2011 ### For the original version on PRWeb visit: http://www.prweb.com/releases/prweb2011/5/prweb8382954.htm
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| 22nd Annual One-Day Car & Loan Sale Posted: 06 May 2011 12:58 AM PDT 22nd Annual One-Day Car & Loan Sale Friday, May 6th and Saturday, May 7th, 2011 mark PerformanceCars and Meridian Credit Union's 22nd annual One-Day Car and Loan Sale in St. Catharines-Niagara. St. Catharines-Niagara, ON (PRWEB) May 06, 2011 Friday, May 6th and Saturday, May 7th, 2011 mark PerformanceCars and Meridian Credit Union's 22nd annual One-Day Car and Loan Sale in St. Catharines-Niagara. For one day only, automotive consumers can take advantage of reduced sale prices and extra-low financing rates—from zero per cent on select new models and from 1.9 per cent on pre-owned vehicles. PerformanceCars six dealerships on Lake Street and Ontario Street in St. Catharines offer on-site financing and leasing, and challenged credit is never a problem. Guests can choose from 1,000 cars, trucks, SUVs, minivans, hybrid and other fuel-efficient vehicles, such as Acura, BMW, MINI, RAM, Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, FIAT, Hyundai, Equus, Lexus, Toyota, Scion, Mercedes-Benz, and smart. Plus many other domestic and imported brands. The PerformanceCars One-Day Sale: One sale, two Days – May 6th and May 7th ### For the original version on PRWeb visit: http://www.prweb.com/releases/prweb2011/5/prweb8382821.htm
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| Dawn McCallan Named Vice President, Green Park Global; Arizona Office Announced Posted: 06 May 2011 12:57 AM PDT Dawn McCallan Named Vice President, Green Park Global; Arizona Office Announced Dawn McCallan has been named Vice President, Global and Domestic Sales for the Las Vegas-based lead generation and business development firm Green Park Global, LLC. In her new role, McCallan will be responsible for supporting the firm's Asian and North American clients in the alternative energy, media and experiential marketing sectors. Her appointment coincides with the opening of Green Park Global's first Arizona office. Las Vegas, Nevada (PRWEB) May 06, 2011 Dawn McCallan has been named Vice President, Global and Domestic Sales for Green Park Global, LLC, a Las Vegas based lead generation and sales development professional firm with additional offices in St. George, Utah, and Tucson, Arizona. Ms. McCallan will be relocating from the Chicago area to open Green Park's first office in Arizona, strengthening Green Park's position in Southwest markets for its US, Asian and European clients. "Dawn's considerable experience as a sales professional in the marketing, media and experiential marketing industries make her a natural choice for our company," said Liese Tamburrino, Green Park CEO. "She has significant experience living and working in Asia, and she understands our core market segments – alternative energy, media, and experiential marketing. Our strategy is to be exactly where the growth is for these markets, and the Southwest corner of our country is full of attractive prospects we wish to develop for our clients in the US, Asia, and of course, Europe." McCallan, a graduate of the University of Arizona in Tucson with a degree in media and communications, began her career in the late eighties with a Scottsdale advertising agency before joining Clear Channel Communications. After a two year stint working in Japan, she returned to the US and held progressively responsible sales and marketing management positions with MG Design (Chicago area) and Motif (Phoenix). In her new role as VP, Global and Domestic Sales, McCallan will be responsible for growing Green Park's business within these three key segments. Green Park Global pioneered the concept of "delegated professional selling," and provides lead generation and market development services to sales managers throughout the world. All of its employees are required to have real-life experience in both personal selling and marketing, and the company's private, customized sales training programs are specifically designed to provide corporations with measurable business results. The company's principals have worked for such firms as GE Capital, ABN Amro Bank, JC Decaux, Eller Media, MG Design, and dozens of other firms. For additional information: Dawn McCallan, dawn(at)greenparkglobal(dot)com, 775 400 9252 ### For the original version on PRWeb visit: http://www.prweb.com/releases/prweb2011/5/prweb8382765.htm
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| Accredited Language Services Announces Enhanced Telephonic Interpreting Posted: 06 May 2011 12:57 AM PDT Accredited Language Services Announces Enhanced Telephonic Interpreting Telephonic Interpreting Service from ALS is Now Faster and Easier than Ever New York, NY (PRWEB) May 06, 2011 Language services industry leader Accredited Language Services (ALS) (alsintl.com) is pleased to announce that they have enhanced their telephonic interpreting services by expanding their global network of professional interpreters, adding highly-trained call coordinators to match clients to interpreters, making it easier and faster to connect to interpreters, and streamlining the process for pre-scheduling an interpreting call. Also called Over-the-Phone Interpreting (OPI) or Interpreting By Telephone (IBT), telephonic interpreting is used by hospitals, law firms, emergency and information services such as 911 and 411, and Fortune 500 companies to get on-demand access to skilled linguists. ALS interpreters are accredited experts not only in multiple languages but also in specific fields and industries. With more than 5,000 linguists based both in the United States and internationally, ALS offers telephonic interpretation for clients 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. ALS is equipped to handle both spontaneous and pre-scheduled telephonic interpreting. (http://www.alsintl.com/services/telephonic-interpreting/.) Whether a client needs a Spanish-speaking pharmaceutical expert or an advertising specialist who speaks Swahili, ALS's telephonic interpreting connects the client with just the right interpreter for the job, usually within 60 seconds. Every call is handled by a live call coordinator. After calling the toll-free access number and entering a PIN, clients are paired with interpreters according to the client's language and expertise requirements. By using a person – not an automated system – to select interpreters, ALS provides the best possible match for every call. And if the language needing interpretation isn't known at the time of the call, coordinators are trained to identify the language being spoken and choose an appropriate interpreter. About ALS International, Inc: Experienced linguists work in more than 150 languages and dialects, and rush service is available to meet tight deadlines. ALS has offices in Washington, D.C., New York City, and throughout the United States as well as affiliates in Europe, Asia and South America. # # # For the original version on PRWeb visit: http://www.prweb.com/releases/prweb2011/5/prweb8382716.htm
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| BarCamp Tour Launches with Headliners BatchBlue, Grasshopper, Shopify, MailChimp and Wufoo Posted: 06 May 2011 12:57 AM PDT BarCamp Tour Launches with Headliners BatchBlue, Grasshopper, Shopify, MailChimp and Wufoo Companies Pledge To Be Active and Engaged Participants in Free BarCamp Unconferences While Lending Sponsorship Support Providence, RI (PRWEB) May 06, 2011 BatchBlue Software (http://www.batchblue.com), provider of the Batchbook social CRM (customer relationship manager) for small businesses and entrepreneurs, today announced it has joined forces with four other tech companies to embark on BarCamp Tour, an entrepreneurial adventure to help BarCamp events across the country. Launched in April at BarCamp Boston, the Tour is on a mission to provide organizers of entrepreneurial-focused, participant-driven meetings across the country with the resources necessary to empower attendees to pursue their passions. BarCamps are typically described as free, user-generated conferences (or "unconferences"), with these open, participatory workshops organized around the world by community contributors. BarCamp Tour is made up of BatchBlue, based in Providence, R.I.; Grasshopper, of Boston, Mass.; Shopify, of Ottawa, Canada; MailChimp, of Atlanta, Ga.; and Wufoo, of Tampa Bay, Fla. Together these Tour Guides will help BarCamps solve their biggest pain point and help take the events to the next level. Sponsorship in each city will vary, but at each location company representatives will actively join in discussions on topics ranging from technology to marketing and everything in between. "BatchBlue has always been drawn to grassroots efforts where people are sharing their passion and talents to educate others. We're excited that, as part of the BarCamp Tour, we can help support and encourage members of the vibrant tech, design and entrepreneur communities in places beyond our backyards," said Michelle Riggen-Ransom, Chief Communications Officer and Co-founder of BatchBlue. "In Boston, we sponsored the after-party because historically there was no one spot where people could connect after the event. At other BarCamps, we'll lend whatever support is needed most whether that be leading sessions, buying attendees tacos or sweeping up floors post-party." "We're aiming for BarCamp Tour to be an alternative to traditional sponsorships. My opinion has always been: don't ask me to pay money just to get listed on your event's website or t-shirt; ask me to donate my time and my expertise. That will yield much more meaningful conversations and experiences for everyone involved," said Jonathan Kay, Ambassador of Buzz at Grasshopper. "BarCamp Tour is five companies who are bold enough to get involved in a personal level and to travel to these events around the country, buy folks a beer and have as many conversations as we can." Upcoming Tour Stops
To request a BarCamp Tour stop in your area, go to http://barcamptour.com and click "Apply." Or, send a tweet to @BarCampTour and say why your entrepreneurial community is bursting at the seams. About BatchBlue Software # # # For the original version on PRWeb visit: http://www.prweb.com/releases/prweb2011/5/prweb8382118.htm
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| Tonner Doll Company, Inc. Celebrates 20 Years in Business Posted: 06 May 2011 12:57 AM PDT Tonner Doll Company, Inc. Celebrates 20 Years in Business In 1991, it was the little company that could – and 20 years later, Tonner Doll Company is still going strong, continuing to thrill and delight doll and character figure enthusiasts around the world with their award-winning fashion and pop culture collectible dolls. Kingston, NY (PRWEB) May 06, 2011 Tonner Doll Company, led by celebrated doll artist Robert Tonner, designs and markets collectible fashion dolls, child character dolls, and licensed character figures such as HARRY POTTER and WONDER WOMAN through a network of specialty doll retailers and their own on-line store (http://www.tonnerdirect.com). Established in 1991, the internationally renowned company has been a staple in the high-end collectible doll industry for two decades. In celebration of the 20-year milestone, Tonner Doll is planning a spectacular celebration during their annual convention in May. According to Robert Tonner, Tonner Doll Company CEO, Tonner's annual convention will be bigger and better than ever. "I can't believe it's been 20 years," exclaims Tonner. "This convention truly reminds me of just how much fun this business is. It allows me to share my love of the dolls with my friends, the collectors." The 2011 Tonner 20th Anniversary Convention Celebration is to be held in Lombard, IL at the Westin Lombard Yorktown Center. For more information about the Tonner Convention, visit http://www.tonnerdirect.com/t-2011conhome.aspx. After changing his career path from medicine to fashion, Tonner attended the Parsons School of Design. "At Parsons, I discovered that maybe a kid from the Midwest could end up as a fashion designer in New York," Tonner reflects. Upon graduation, Tonner was invited to work for Bill Blass, an internationally recognized force in the fashion field. Tonner soon became one of the company's top designers, heading up the Blassport label. “He had the same sort of instinct about clothes that I had when I was his age,” Bill Blass once said of Tonner. Tonner's long-time interest in collecting fashion dolls led him to try his hand at doll sculpting. In 1985, Tonner received a glowing review from an esteemed panel of judges at the National Institute of American Doll Artists Conference in NYC for a model-like fashion doll he had entered for critique. During the years that followed, Tonner turned more of his attention to developing and perfecting his doll designs, while still pursuing his career as a rising fashion designer. In 1991, he left the fashion industry to start the Robert Tonner Doll Company. All of Tonner's fashion dolls and costumes reflect his fashion industry background, and strong desire for perfection. They have been prominently featured in national and international media, including People Magazine, CNN, Good Morning America, Entertainment Tonight, Women's Wear Daily and British Vogue Magazine. Additionally, several of his creations were added to the permanent collection of the Louvre Museum of Decorative Arts in Paris, France. In addition to fashion, Tonner continued this thrilling trend of beautifully costumed dolls inspired by the cinema. "Movies have become more magical to me than ever," said Tonner. Tonner has channeled many pop culture icons, such as those from Twilight, DC Comics' DC STARS™, Tim Burton's Alice in Wonderland, Disney, Gone with the Wind, Marvel, Harry Potter, Pirates of the Caribbean, and many, many more. In the mid 1990s, amidst the AIDS crisis, Tonner was greatly affected, and as a way to give back threw a fundraising event to benefit AIDS research. Tonner organized an American Model™ doll fashion show, where the dolls were dressed by well-known designers, such as Bill Blass and Dolce & Gabbana. The event was hosted by none other than Demi Moore, a doll collector herself. The doll that wore the same stunning Dolce & Gabbana dress that Demi wore that evening garnered a $50,000 bid from her then-husband, Bruce Willis. The star-studded event was a great success, and raised $350,000 for notable AIDS foundation AmFar. Other newsworthy milestones during Tonner Doll's 20-year career include the introduction of Emme™, the first full-figured fashion doll in 2002, which garnered widespread media coverage. In most recent news, in 2010 Tonner again made headlines for releasing his first gay fashion doll, Andy Mills – Event Planner. What's next for Tonner Doll? Says Tonner, "I never know where the next inspiration will come from – something that says, 'you must turn me into a doll.' But I do know that doll collecting isn't going away anytime soon – and neither are we." Doll and character figure collectors around the world can celebrate, too. Tonner products are available for purchase at http://www.tonnerdirect.com, as well as in specialty retail stores, FAO Schwarz, and the world-famous Harrods of London. ### For the original version on PRWeb visit: http://www.prweb.com/releases/prweb2011/5/prweb8381384.htm
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| Detroit Legal Imaging Chooses Trial Solutions as Technology Partner Posted: 06 May 2011 12:56 AM PDT Detroit Legal Imaging Chooses Trial Solutions as Technology Partner Prominent Michigan Reseller Deems OnDemand® eDiscovery Review Platforms "Next Generation Technology at Affordable Prices" Houston, TX/Detroit, MI (PRWEB) May 06, 2011 Detroit-based technology services provider Detroit Legal Imaging announced today that it has become a Technology Partner with Houston-based Trial Solutions, a leading provider of OnDemand® electronic discovery review and processing platforms. Founded in 1955, Detroit Legal Imaging offers a full suite of services to the Detroit metropolitan area, including electronic discovery, document imaging, photocopying and presentation graphics services. Because of the electronic discovery services part of their practice, they sought to represent the OnDemand solution. A leader in the electronic discovery field, Trial Solutions specializes in providing electronic discovery and litigation support products and services for management and processing of electronically stored information. The company's OnDemand online review tool and its FirstPass® early case assessment solution are increasingly popular among law firms and corporate legal departments, providing convenient web-based filtering and review of electronic documents and email at an affordable price. Trial Solutions President Brad Jenkins remarked, "We are proud to welcome Detroit Legal Imaging to our list of esteemed Technology Partners. In business for over 50 years, their business has credibility, stability and has kept up with technology advances to maintain a track record of success. Their expertise will be an asset to our OnDemand customers, and our technology will provide valuable tools to benefit their clientele." "Detroit Legal Imaging has chosen Trial Solutions as a Technology partner because of their commitment to next generation technology at affordable prices, said Troy Richard, Owner of Detroit Legal Imaging. "We are excited to add Trial Solutions' suite of review tools to the eDiscovery services we already provide to our clients." For more information about how to become a Trial Solutions partner, email Doug Austin at daustin(at)trialsolutions(dot)net or visit http://www.trialsolutions.net/about/partner-program.htm. # # # For the original version on PRWeb visit: http://www.prweb.com/releases/prweb2011/5/prweb8381323.htm
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| Vocalcom Announces Integration of New Dialer Features for Call Centers across North America Posted: 06 May 2011 12:56 AM PDT Vocalcom Announces Integration of New Dialer Features for Call Centers across North America Vocalcom takes the time to properly educate clients on their industry leading Call Center Technology. (PRWEB) May 06, 2011 Vocalcom, a world leader in providing Call Center Technology, has become the most exciting dialing product in the USA and Canada. Forever known as a most highly rated product, with over 650,000 agents using its Dialer Features around the world, it has seen unprecedented growth of new customers in just the first quarter this year. George Seroukas, Founder of Vocalcom North America said, "Our growth can be directly related to the commitment we have shown our customers throughout the world. We have been in North America for over 10 years but have selectively and carefully distributed the product. Now we are offering the Dialer and Media Center to the entire Call Center market. We are here to stay and everyone deserves to use our Dialer and Media Suite." Mr. Seroukas insists that most Contact Centers do not use the full capabilities of technology, "Often Telemarketing companies believe that Predictive Dialing is simply a way to make more calls and contacts. While this is a key goal there is so much more." Vocalcom consults with their clients to assure they understand all facets of their business. They offer suggestions to improve efficiencies and implement new tactics that will reduce costs and increase revenue. Vocalcom has integrated email, fax, document distribution, and chat into its dialing features. "Every activity can be worked into the call flow on both inbound and outbound calls." Mr. Seroukas ended the announcement by underlining, "Many technology providers offer various pieces of our feature sets. Vocalcom not only offers a Suite of Media Features but also spends the time to understand the Telemarketing, Contact Center, Collection Agency, and other businesses that use the product. Great features can't help if we don't show you how to use them with best practices." Steve Bederman, new CEO of Vocalcom North America suggests that the absolute reason he joined the corporation is because of the terrific products, "There is only one company, in my opinion, which meets my standard in terms of leading the industry for intuitive and 'best' software for Call Centers and that is Vocalcom. Its Media Suite is only one of many specific applications that allow Contact Centers, Telemarketing, Collection Agencies and more the ability to increase their revenues." Mr. Bederman is well known as a long time industry leader so his perspective must be taken seriously. Contact Centers that use call center software and are actively looking to enhance their technology should certainly consider Vocalcom’s incomparable services. ### For the original version on PRWeb visit: http://www.prweb.com/releases/prweb2011/5/prweb8381237.htm
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| Veterinary News Network Points to Solutions for Production Animal Cruelty Posted: 06 May 2011 12:56 AM PDT Veterinary News Network Points to Solutions for Production Animal Cruelty Veterinary News Network calls for more veterinary cooperation and the use of existing high quality, bilingual training programs to prevent senseless abuse. Colorado Springs, CO (PRWEB) May 06, 2011 The images on the video were gruesome: grown men beating newborn dairy calves with pickaxes and claw hammers. "After 20 seconds of video, I had to turn it off," says Dr. Jim Humphries, President of the Veterinary News Network (VNN). "I was sickened by what I saw and felt anger and disgust towards the individuals and the company that allowed this cruelty to happen." Dr. Humphries is referring to an undercover video released by Mercy for Animals after a two week long clandestine operation at the E6 Cattle Company in Hart, Texas. "I have been a veterinarian for 35 years and this video in no way represents the vast majority of good livestock producers in this county. Remember this is animal abuse and cruelty, and should not be confused with the humane production practices we see on the majority of farms today. But in a case this egregious, the spotlight of media, public condemnation and enforcement of the law will help move the industry to real solutions." Dr. Bernard Rollin, Distinguished Professor of Animal Science at Colorado State University said, "This incident is one of the worst I have ever seen in 35 years animal work. Whereas many abuse situations involve ignorance or greed, this case demonstrates genuine sadistic heartless cruelty. We must show the world that such behavior cannot be excused or tolerated and provide practical solutions." And positive solutions, in the form of excellent training programs, now exist – but they must be taken seriously and more universally used. Dr. Daniel Thomson, a highly respected expert in production animal medicine at Kansas State University has the solution, "Beef producers and veterinarians work tirelessly as a team to provide humane care for cattle across the United States. The American Association of Bovine Practitioners (AABP), working with veterinary and animal science experts, have created and published humane euthanasia guidelines that expressly forbid bludgeoning as a form of euthanasia for calves." Dr. Thomson adds, "The utilization of the AABP guidelines, plus training, on-farm or on-line, could have stopped this abuse from happening." The economy plays a part in this issue as well. As profits slide, some producers have chosen to shortcut good animal welfare procedures and even completely remove the veterinarian from the operation. The sheriff for Castro County, where the E6 calf ranch is located, has reported to the Texas Veterinary Medical Association (TVMA) that E6 did not have a veterinarian on site. Production animal agriculture in the United States fills the huge demand for plentiful, healthy and safe animal protein. Producers, working with Doctors of Veterinary Medicine, provide important supplies of meat, eggs and dairy products for the world. The veterinarian must be a part of that production and also an essential part of the training for managers and workers so both safety and humane care are ensured. With more than 96% of the US population eating meat and dairy products routinely, there is a strong demand. In the case of sick or "down" animals, expert and compassionate euthanasia guidelines are in place to insure the most humane death possible. "Make no mistake, this is not about vegetarianism," says Humphries, "and it should not be about fund-raising for national groups who want to remove animals from our lives. It's about the humane and compassionate management of production animals." Eleanor Green is the Dean of the College of Veterinary Medicine at Texas A&M University. Dean Green says; "Texas has a long, rich history in animal agriculture. Veterinarians and cattle producers work hand-in-hand to ensure compassionate care and healthy animals. This isolated incident is not representative of the care these animals receive. It does highlight the importance of thriving partnerships between veterinarians and producers in the entire spectrum of animal care and welfare." "When a farmer or rancher takes the time to educate himself and his production team, he is showing a great deal of responsibility," says Dr. Dan Posey, Texas A&M University's College of Veterinary Medicine. "This, in turn has a positive impact on the care of his animals as well as the health of his business." Dr. Posey added, "livestock producers who have taken the necessary steps to understand proper animal handling and care deeply value their partnerships with veterinarians. They know that an on-going relationship is critical for the humane treatment of all their animals. The veterinarian can then fulfill his or her role as the guardian of the animal's health and welfare." This ranch either failed in properly training their employees in animal care techniques or management simply looked away. It is time for existing animal welfare programs to be used fully and in turn provide animal workers with essential, bi-lingual information for the proper care of livestock. Examples include the Animal Care Training system through the Beef Cattle Institute at Kansas State University (http://www.AnimalCareTraining.org) and farm level welfare assessment tools such as the National Dairy's Farmers Assuring Responsible Management (FARM) program (http://www.NationalDairyFarm.com) and the Beef Quality Assurance Feedlot Self-Assessment tools (http://www.BQA.org). While condemnations and references to animal welfare guidelines are a common reaction to such cases, the real-world solution is the veterinary relationship and proper training. If voluntary training is not adequate, then perhaps it is time to consider implementing compulsory education and training. ### For the original version on PRWeb visit: http://www.prweb.com/releases/prweb2011/5/prweb8381108.htm
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| Posted: 06 May 2011 12:55 AM PDT The Path Forward Center Receives Grant from Kauffman to Support Replication of the ACTiVATE(R) Women's Entrepreneurship Program The Kauffman Foundation awards grant in support of replication of the award-winning ACTiVATE women's entrepreneurship program. Baltimore, MD (PRWEB) May 06, 2011 The Path Forward Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship, home of the award-winning ACTiVATE® program, has been awarded a grant from the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation to support the creation of materials to be used in replicating the ACTiVATE® program. The Kauffman Foundation (http://www.Kauffman.org) is a private nonpartisan foundation that works to harness the power of entrepreneurship and innovation to grow economies and improve human welfare. Through its research and other initiatives, the Foundation aims to open young people’s eyes to the possibility of entrepreneurship, promote entrepreneurship education, raise awareness of entrepreneurship-friendly policies, and find alternative pathways for the commercialization of new knowledge and technologies. "Our research at the Kauffman Foundation shows that not only are jobs created by new companies, but that the average age of a successful entrepreneur is around 40. This supports ACTiVATE's focus on helping mid-career women start growth-oriented companies," says Lesa Mitchell, vice president of innovation at the Kauffman Foundation. "Regions interested in a systematic way to create high-quality jobs should consider this program as a proven and cost-effective option for doing so." ACTiVATE was started by the University of Maryland Baltimore County (UMBC) in 2005 with a grant from the National Science Foundation's Partnership for Innovation program and was later supported by the Maryland Technology Development Corporation (TEDCO) and a number of local companies. It is an award-winning entrepreneurship program and community for mid-career women to start and grow technology-based companies. Focused on technology commercialization, ACTiVATE was shown in a recent independent economic impact study to be a cost-effective method for job creation. (The full report can be downloaded at http://www.ActivateProgram.org). "Given Kauffman's commitment to innovation and entrepreneurship, we are thrilled by its continued support of ACTiVATE," says Center co-founder and CEO Julie Lenzer Kirk. "The Foundation's findings validate our focus on developing and refining methods of facilitating, training and networking that uniquely address the needs of mid-career women in starting growth-oriented companies. Our methods are proven, and with this funding we will be able to support partners across the country and the world in implementing and adapting these methods, replicating our success as they launch ACTiVATE programs in their regions." The Path Forward Center is currently seeking licensing partners in regions with a robust entrepreneurial ecosystem in need of more growth-oriented entrepreneurs. The funding from the Kauffman Foundation is helping to assemble a comprehensive replication package, going beyond the curriculum to provide a set of tools for launching and operating this high-impact program. This turnkey approach, along with the growing network of ACTiVATE'd women across the country, positions the program to be a catalyst for economic growth. About the Path Forward Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship: ACTiVATE is a registered trademark of UMBC and is used under license. # # # For the original version on PRWeb visit: http://www.prweb.com/releases/prweb2011/5/prweb8381011.htm
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| Marked Man. Story of Sustained Bullying Forty Years ago Told at new Website Posted: 06 May 2011 12:45 AM PDT Marked Man. Story of Sustained Bullying Forty Years ago Told at new Website Tony Rutt, 47, was terrorized as a small boy, persistently bullied from age eight through eleven, while in junior school in Hemel Hempstead, England in the 1970s. A creative non-fiction account of that traumatizing experience has just been published under the title "Mark" and can be read now at http://www.mymarkstory.com. (PRWEB) May 06, 2011 Tony Rutt, 47, was terrorized as a small boy, persistently bullied from age eight through eleven, while in junior school in Hemel Hempstead, England in the 1970s. A creative non-fiction account of that traumatizing experience has just been published under the title "Mark" and can be read now at http://www.mymarkstory.com. Rutt said, "The story 'Mark' began as a therapeutic exercise to help me come to terms with that very difficult time in my young life, and how that experience has impacted me ever since. The website is the next step in the evolution of that process, launching this website is another way for me to tell my story and to be seen and heard today. It's part of an ongoing redemptive process for me." "With the publishing of the story I hope that others will be encouraged to tell their own stories, as a step in the healing and recovery process that all bullied children need to go through at some time in their lives if they are to fully experience themselves." "Among the challenges for people traumatized as children is development trauma disorder which is, in effect, the bypassing of certain important stages of development as a result of focusing on surviving the period of trauma. Important developmental stages are simply missed. For me that can manifest as an inability to focus or follow through, difficulty with setting goals and success in reaching them. I see the http://www.mymarkstory.com project as a personal affirmation of my ability to conceive and follow through, and to continue to develop myself along with this process." Visitors to the site can also view extensive photo galleries related to the story, as well as find perspectives and comment on the story and the wider issue of bullying and childhood trauma. ### For the original version on PRWeb visit: http://www.prweb.com/releases/prweb2011/5/prweb8381005.htm
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| Website Maps US Economy and its Environmental Impacts Posted: 06 May 2011 12:45 AM PDT Website Maps US Economy and its Environmental Impacts Economy Map 2.0 Helps Citizens and Policymakers Identify Leverage Points for Change Charlottesville, VA (PRWEB) May 06, 2011 Today, TRUTHstudio announced the release of Economy Map 2.0, an online, interactive, visual map of the United States economy and its environmental and human health impacts. This innovative software allows anyone to explore and understand the flow of goods, services, and environmental impacts among major industrial sectors. Economy Map simultaneously displays the impacts of all 480 major industry sectors in the United States economy from three perspectives: direct impacts (generated by each sector); intermediate (direct and upstream) impacts; and final consumption impacts (in response to consumer or government demand). These perspectives help users to identify which sectors may be candidates for regulation, voluntary partnerships, or green purchasing approaches. "I started with a simple question," said Economy Map's creator, Jason Pearson. "What knowledge and power would we gain if we could see the whole US economy and its environmental impacts, all at once? Now, it is now possible for anyone to make sense of the entire economy and its impacts. Citizens, policymakers, businesspeople, educators, students, and consumers alike can gain knowledge about our complex economy, and with that knowledge exercise power to make positive changes for the future." Economy Map 2.0 displays the entire economy in one of three visual formats: as a network of flows, as a grid of sectors, and as a series of bar graphs showing the top 20 sectors contributing to different environmental and human health impacts. In each view, it is possible to see, at a glance, which sectors are responsible for the most direct or indirect impacts. Some sectors, like power generation and agriculture, are the most significant direct contributors to a range of impacts, from global warming to human health to ocean acidification. Other sectors, like apparel and restaurants, are the most significant indirect causes of these same impacts. The new version of Economy Map builds on an earlier beta version that was launched in December, 2010. It uses data from the widely respected Comprehensive Environmental Database Archive (CEDA), based on public information collected by the US Department of Commerce, the US Environmental Protection Agency, and other government sources. Economy Map is a research project initiated by TRUTHstudio in the public interest. TRUTHstudio is a consultancy that provides research, analysis, strategy, visualization, and communication support to organizations working in the public interest. TRUTHstudio was founded in December, 2009 by Jason Pearson, former President and CEO of the non-profit sustainability institute, GreenBlue. TRUTHstudio uses systems thinking to provide a framework for understanding complexity, and design thinking to develop strategic approaches for engaging that complexity. For more information, go to http://www.truthstudio.com. # # # For the original version on PRWeb visit: http://www.prweb.com/releases/prweb2011/5/prweb8380885.htm
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| New Literature: Queen of Misfortune – A Lady Jane Grey Novel by Peter Carroll Posted: 06 May 2011 12:45 AM PDT New Literature: Queen of Misfortune – A Lady Jane Grey Novel by Peter Carroll Copperhill Media announces the release of "Queen of Misfortune" – A Lady Jane Grey Novel by Peter Carroll – in paperback. The book is now available on Amazon.Com, Amazon.co.uk, Barnes & Noble, and any other good bookstore. Greenfield, MA (PRWEB) May 06, 2011 "Queen Of Misfortune" is the fictional story of Lady Jane Grey as told by her beloved tutor, John Aylmer. Little is known of this unfortunate girl who was beheaded for treason in the 16th Century. She was only 16. She is omitted from the list of monarchs but was actually queen for nine days. Following extensive research Peter Carroll attempted to put this to rights in this story filled with love and passion. It follows John Aylmer’s close relationship with Jane as her tutor and later, as she grows up, her lover. It shows how the Duke of Northumberland uses her as a pawn in a devious plan to dupe her into reluctantly accepting the throne against her better judgment, and the torment she suffers in consequence culminating in her early death and that of Guildford Dudley, the husband she was forced to marry. Her strict upbringing and the abuse given by her parents at her home in Bradgate is also cause for concern for John Aylmer and her nurse, Mary Ellen. Starting and ending with the execution in the Tower and the belief she was buried at Bradgate, John Aylmer revives his cherished memories. For detailed ordering information and an excerpt of the first chapter see http://QueenOfMisfortune.CopperhillMedia.Com About the Author Peter Carroll has written several short stories, poems and many articles on variable subjects for newspapers and Magazines, his favorite subject being history. Queen of Misfortune is his first novel, a fiction piece which involved intensive research and took three years to complete. Born in Barnet, England in July 1933 and with a standard education, he was called up into the RAF in 1951 and served five years as a medic. Since then, until his retirement, he has mainly been involved in accounting and running his own business with his son. Like a cat with nine lives he has survived an air crash, a lift fall and a serious aortic aneurysm and thanks his Karma faith for that. He now lives in beautiful Torbay in South Devon, has been married to to his wife Daphne for over fifty years, and they have two children and four grandchildren. Review by Wilfried F. Voss, Author of “The Bleeding Hills” I had the distinct privilege, besides the author and his editor, to be the first to read "Queen of Misfortune," and I have to admit I was not prepared for the deep emotions that came with reading Peter Carroll's novel. Not only is Carroll's excellent writing style absolutely captivating, but he also manages to convey with ease the intense feelings of love, joy, pain, and grief. As the sub-title ("Life is but a rehearsal for our everlasting love, my dear Lady Jane Grey") indicates, "Queen of Misfortune" is not merely a Lady Jane Grey Novel; it is a story of true and unconditional love with almost Shakespearean dimensions. "Romeo and Juliet" comes to mind. There is little recorded history of Lady Jane Grey who, against her will, was declared Queen of England for a short nine days. After all, she was executed at the very young age of sixteen as ordered by Queen Mary I, also known as "Bloody Mary." It also appears that records of her life such as pictures and letters were methodically destroyed shortly after her death. All portraits of her, available these days, were painted decades and centuries after her demise. More is known about her beloved tutor, John Aylmer, who studied at Queen’s College in Cambridge and in 1549 became tutor to the 12-year old Lady Jane Grey. She found in him the opposite to her strict and abusive parents. He, some say, fell in love with her. In 1576, long after Jane's death, he was consecrated Bishop of London, and while in that position he made himself notorious through his harsh treatment of Roman Catholics. The question comes to mind whether or not his actions were meant as a revenge for Jane's death. Queen Mary I was Catholic and she offered to spare Jane's life if Jane had converted to Catholicism, which, ultimately, she denied. I can say with all honesty that "Queen of Misfortune" deserves more than the five stars used in online bookstore rating systems. Reading it was experience I will not forget for a long time to come. ### For the original version on PRWeb visit: http://www.prweb.com/releases/prweb2011/5/prweb8380548.htm
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| Posted: 06 May 2011 12:45 AM PDT NorLights Press Announces the Release of "SEAsoned: A Chef's Journey with Her Captain" by Victoria Allman SEAsoned is now available nationwide Martinsville, IN (PRWEB) May 06, 2011 NorLights Press announces the release of SEAsoned: A Chef's Journey with Her Captain by Victoria Allman. SEAsoned (ISBN: 978-1-935254-37-9, Trade Paper, 204 pages, Nonfiction, $15.95) is now available wherever fine books are sold. The newest release by acclaimed author Victoria Allman, whose debut book, Sea Fare: A Chef's Journey Across the Ocean, was awarded the prestigious Florida Writers Association's Royal Palm Literary Award for Travel, SEAsoned: A Chef's Journey with Her Captain is a tantalizing travel adventure tale. What happens when you take two adventurous newlyweds, and place them on a floundering yacht wrought with problems? Better still, what if the husband were the captain—and boss of his new bride, the chef? And why stop there? Add in a couple of wildly inexperienced crewmembers; an anorexic diva and her bully of a husband; a CEO who is always in charge; a randy wife, bored of her marriage and looking for a diversion with a drunken first mate; guests who love the nightlife—and require a bedtime snack at 4:30 in the morning; and a chef's worst nightmare: a guest who just happens to be a Michelin-trained chef. And who could forget a violent storm and a rapidly-flooding engine room? Apply pressure and watch this situation simmer to a boil. Sound like a recipe for disaster? Hardly: this pressure cooker of epic proportions is the recipe for Victoria Allman's charming, captivating and chuckle-out-loud new read, SEAsoned: A Chef's Journey with her Captain. A skilled storyteller with a keen eye for detail and an uncanny knack for telling it like it is, Victoria Allman delivers a spellbinding story that almost reads like a novel. Told with heaping helpings of heart, humor and humility, SEAsoned is a tremendous tale that takes readers on an extraordinary journey across the Bahamas, Italy, France, Greece and Spain. Peppered with over 30 mouthwatering recipes, and spiced with a truth-is-stranger-than-fiction narrative, SEAsoned is a book to be savored. A fantastic mix of food, fun, and foibles, SEAsoned is a delightful, delectable—and wholly devourable—look at what happens when life on the high seas turns out to be anything but smooth sailing. Victoria Allman has been following her stomach around the globe for twelve years as a yacht chef. A columnist for Dockwalk, an International Magazine for crew members aboard yachts, Victoria contributes the "Dishing it Up" column, a humorous look at cooking for the rich and famous in an ever-moving gallery. Victoria also contributes tales of her tasty adventures to Marina Life Magazine and OceanLines. When not cruising the high seas, Victoria makes Fort Lauderdale, Florida her home base. Visit Victoria Allman on the web at: http://www.victoriaallman.com NorLights Press (http://www.norlightspress.com) is an independent book publisher headquartered in Indiana. A member of the Independent Book Publishers Association and The Association of American Publishers, NorLights Press publishes an eclectic list of titles ranging from novels to travel tales. Members of the news media wishing to request a review copy of SEAsoned or more information are kindly asked to contact Maryglenn McCombs by phone—(615) 297-9875 ### For the original version on PRWeb visit: http://www.prweb.com/releases/prweb2011/5/prweb8380518.htm
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| QuickLabel Systems Introduces Plexo! Two-Color Label Printers for GHS Labeling Posted: 06 May 2011 12:44 AM PDT QuickLabel Systems Introduces Plexo! Two-Color Label Printers for GHS Labeling A new line of two-color label printers by QuickLabel Systems, called the Plexo! models, are ideal for printing chemical product labels that are GHS compliant. West Warwick, RI (PRWEB) May 06, 2011 QuickLabel Systems, a brand of Astro-Med, Inc., announces the introduction of the new Plexo!® Family of two-color label printers, developed for printing labels that comply with GHS labeling requirements for chemical products. "The new Globally Harmonized System (GHS) of chemical hazard warnings will require chemical manufacturers around the world to change their product labels. Our Plexo! printers are the simplest way to get into compliance with the new GHS labeling regulations. Users can print GHS labels in the required black and red colors with these easy-to-use printers, which are essentially like familiar barcode label printers that can print in two colors instead of just one color," said Eric Pizzuti, Vice President of QuickLabel Systems. Pizzuti continued, "Plexo! label printers have all of the advantages of traditional barcode label printers, with high speed label printing, rapid data processing, and easy, intuitive According to the Company, Plexo! label printers boast a low cost per finished label thanks to the use of economical thermal transfer ribbons supplied by QuickLabel Systems. Each Plexo! prints labels in two colors using two rolls of colored thermal transfer ribbon inks, with an on-board ribbon saver that provides economy and efficiency in the use of ink. The Plexo! 453 prints labels up to 4 inches (106mm) wide and the Plexo! 653 prints labels up to 6.4 inches (163mm) wide. Both print labels in 300 dpi resolution in user-selectable speeds from 1 ips to 5 ips (25mm/s – 127 mm/s), according to the Company. The Plexo! two-color label printer family will be demonstrated for the first time in Europe at the Interpack Show from 12-18 May in Düsseldorf, Germany in stand B11, Hall 11. The Plexo! two color label printer family will be demonstrated for the first time in the USA at the Eastpack trade show from June 7-9, 2011 at the Jacob Javits Center in New York, NY in QuickLabel Systems Booth #3450. More information is available at http://www.QuickLabel.com/Plexo. About QuickLabel Systems and Astro-Med, Inc. Safe Harbor Statement # # # For the original version on PRWeb visit: http://www.prweb.com/releases/prweb2011/5/prweb8380482.htm
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| Summer Theatre Comes to Montana ~ Performing Arts and Evenings Out in Missouri River Country Posted: 06 May 2011 12:44 AM PDT Summer Theatre Comes to Montana ~ Performing Arts and Evenings Out in Missouri River Country Montana's Missouri River Country is home to charming and distinctive communities which offer visitors the chance to create magical evenings in summer 2011. Step into an enchanting world of entertainment with live performances and plays to capture your imagination starting Memorial Day weekend and running all summer long. Wolf Point, Montana (PRWEB) May 06, 2011 Sitting on the majestic Missouri River is one of the largest earth-filled dams in the world. The Fort Peck Dam was built during the Great Depression using New Deal funds and thousands of workers came to the rolling hills of Montana with their families for the project. It was during this time that the United States Army Corps of Engineers designed and constructed a theatre to entertain the masses, and the now-historic Fort Peck Theatre was born. The theatre features stunning works of craftsmanship from the era, including the New Deal arts and a Swiss chalet motif. There are elaborate decorative elements found throughout the building – both inside and out. The beautiful architecture of the theatre has been preserved and the structure now hosts summer plays. The 2011 schedules kicks off on May 27 and runs through September 4. The summer company includes professional actors and technicians with assistance from regional performers. This year's lineup includes well-known hits such as Hairspray, Chicago and Big River. For more information on the history of the Fort Peck Theatre or the chance to catch one of this year's performances, please visit fortpecktheatre.org. If you would prefer to enjoy a complete theatrical experience under eastern Montana's famous big sky, the Montana Shakespeare in the Parks performance of both Much Ado about Nothing or the Merchant of Venice should be on your list for the summer of 2011. The company has three scheduled performances in Montana's Missouri River Country:
o Malta at the Phillips County Court House Lawn
o Wolf Point at Bridge Park
o Sidney at Veteran's Memorial Park Each of these locations is the perfect place to spread out a blanket, set up a picnic and enjoy both great theater and the great outdoors. Additional information about Shakespeare in the Parks can be found at the website (http://www.montana.edu/shakespeare) or by calling 406-994-3901. And, of course, all performances are free to the public! Old-fashioned vaudeville also has a place in Montana's Missouri River Country, thanks to the Dirty Shame Show. These five family-friendly variety acts include the internationally known Dirty Shame Belles and the Dixieland Band. The show is held every year on the last weekend in June (the 25 and 26 in 2011) during Pioneer Days in Scobey. There's a reason vaudeville has been called "the heart of American show business" and this show is sure to keep everyone entertained. Missouri River Country offers visitors a chance to celebrate with the locals and enjoy summer plays and performances in historic surroundings. Before taking in an evening show, spend your days exploring the old west of Montana or walk where dinosaurs once roamed. No matter the agenda, welcoming smiles and warm greetings await you. You'll create your own memories to last a lifetime in Missouri River Country. For more information on Montana's Missouri River Country and a complete listing of activities and communities, please visit missouririver.visitmt.com. # # # For the original version on PRWeb visit: http://www.prweb.com/releases/prweb2011/5/prweb8380394.htm
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| Powerful Line of SIGINT, CREW, Jamming, and Tactical Antennas Now Distributed in USA Posted: 06 May 2011 12:44 AM PDT Powerful Line of SIGINT, CREW, Jamming, and Tactical Antennas Now Distributed in USA Cyntony Corporation, an RF and antenna product distribution and integration company, announced today that it has become the premier United States Distributor of the defense and specialized line of products from Poynting Antennas (Ltd) Pty, a world-class developer and ISO-9000 manufacturer of antenna systems located near Johannesburg, South Africa. Lexington, MA (PRWEB) May 06, 2011 Cyntony Corporation, an RF and antenna product distribution and integration company, announced today that it has become the premier United States Distributor of the defense and specialized line of products from Poynting Antennas (Ltd) Pty, a world-class developer and ISO-9000 manufacturer of antenna systems located near Johannesburg, South Africa. Cyntony provides the EW and SIGINT industry with antenna products for fixed site, vehicle mounted, maritime, and dismounted use that enable spectrum dominance. "Cyntony proudly serves the US government and its contractors who need to perceive, deceive and deny adversary wireless systems," says David A. Moschella, Founder and Chairman of Cyntony. "We are excited to offer these excellent antenna systems for direction finding, jamming, monitoring, counter-RCIED and communications to the American market. Poynting Antennas' breadth of products and experience are top-notch and highly valued by customers." Juergen Dresel, Managing Director of Poynting's Defense and Specialized Division adds, "we are committed to success in the US defense market and are excited to join forces with Cyntony to open a new channel for our proven antenna solutions, driven by the needs of electronic warriors the world over." About Cyntony: Cyntony Corporation enables customers to protect their personnel and possessions by exploiting the electromagnetic spectrum. Providing specialty RF system and test system products and integration focused on the electronic warfare market, Cyntony is at the vanguard of a 21st century reality of conflict and security: those who dominate the electromagnetic spectrum win. Discover scores of products at http://www.cyntony.com/antennas.html. Contact Cyntony by phone at 781-325-8195, or e-mail to dmoschella(at)cyntony(dot)com # # # For the original version on PRWeb visit: http://www.prweb.com/releases/prweb2011/5/prweb8380253.htm
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| Posted: 06 May 2011 12:43 AM PDT All Rehab Professionals (OTs, OTAs, PTs, PTAs, SLPs) are Invited to the June 7th Open House at Merrimack County Nursing Home Sponsored by independently owned and operated Heritage Healthcare, the event will introduce many rehab professionals to the 12 year contract therapy company. Since 1999, Heritage Healthcare has relied on its philosophy of Compassionate Care (placing people first) to gain new customers, attract the best clinicians and provide exceptional care to our seniors. (PRWEB) May 06, 2011 Rehab professionals (OTs, OTAs, PTs, PTAs, SLPs) in the central New Hampshire area are invited to attend the June 7th Rehab Open House at Merrimack County Nursing Home. The Open House will feature staff from Merrimack County Nursing Home and senior managers from Heritage Healthcare. Heritage Healthcare is new to the Merrimack Valley area but have been partnering with senior care facilities and providing rehab management services since 1999. Since day one, Heritage's mission has been to provide unmatched therapy management services and become strategic partners with exceptional senior care facilities. The June 7th event will take place at the premier senior care facility in central New Hampshire. The attendees will be treated to food, fun and have the chance to win great prizes. They will also be able to meet nursing home staff, several Heritage senior executives and an employment manager will be on hand to discuss the available positions and career options with Heritage Healthcare. Event Location: Merrimack County Nursing Home, 325 Daniel Webster Hwy, Boscawen, NH Heritage Healthcare is excited about the new relationship with Merrimack County Nursing Home and need dedicated clinicians (like you) to strengthen their dynamic rehab team. Heritage's Compassionate Care philosophy is based on a simple concept – putting people first. That philosophy along with accessible management, Medicare knowledgeable executives and a dedicated workforce have contributed to their 12 years of continued success. If you're interested in attending the June 7th Rehab Open House or need additional information, please contact Natasha Throop (OTA) at 704 257 7255. Visit http://www.heritage-healthcare.com. Or, if you are interested in becoming a Heritage Healthcare associate, send a confidential email to nthroop(at)heritage-healthcare(dot)com . # # # For the original version on PRWeb visit: http://www.prweb.com/releases/prweb2011/5/prweb8379644.htm
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| Human Events Pleased to Welcome Newest Political Reporter, Audrey Hudson Posted: 06 May 2011 12:43 AM PDT Human Events Pleased to Welcome Newest Political Reporter, Audrey Hudson According to Human Events editor Jason Mattera, "Audrey will be a fantastic addition to Human Events. She's an experienced reporter with a knack for getting the story behind the story". Washington, D.C. (PRWEB) May 06, 2011 According to Human Events editor Jason Mattera, "Audrey will be a fantastic addition to Human Events. She's an experienced reporter with a knack for getting the story behind the story”. Mattera also said, "Audrey's reporting will hold this radical administration accountable for its big government schemes. So get ready, libs!" As Human Events’ Congressional Correspondent Audrey hopes to broaden Human Events’ coverage of Congress. “Human Events’ status as the traditional must-read for conservatives with an increasingly modern presentation will broaden even wider with its expanded Capitol Hill coverage,” Hudson said. “I am honored to be part of its in-depth reporting team and the publication’s commitment to keeping our readers informed,” Hudson said. Audrey Hudson is an award-winning investigative journalist whose enterprise reporting has sparked numerous congressional investigations that led to laws signed by Presidents George W. Bush and Bill Clinton. She recently (2009) won the prestigious Sigma Delta Chi award for Public Service for her report on dangerous drug experiments by the federal government on war veterans, which prompted internal investigations and needed reforms within the Veterans Affairs Department. The report also captured first place for investigative reporting by the Washington, D.C., chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists and was a finalist of the International Academy of Digital Arts and Sciences Webby Awards for news and politics, among others. Mrs. Hudson broke the real story of the “Flying Imams” in 2006, which lead to legislation signed into law by President Bush to protect “John Doe” passengers against lawsuits for reporting suspicious and possible terrorist activity on commercial airplanes. Her breaking stories have been picked up and followed by major news publications and periodicals, including Readers Digest, Washington Monthly, and The Weekly Standard, as well as The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, USA Today, and Washington Post. She has made numerous television appearances on Fox News, CNN, C-SPAN, MSNBC, and CNBC, and is a frequent guest on numerous radio talk shows including the Savage National and Dennis Miller show. A native of Kentucky, Mrs. Hudson has worked inside the Beltway for nearly two decades — on Capitol Hill as a Senate and House spokeswoman, and most recently at The Washington Times covering Congress, Homeland Security, and the Supreme Court. HUMAN EVENTS is the news source President Reagan called his “favorite newspaper” and we still hold high the Reaganesque principles of free enterprise, limited government and, above all, a staunch, unwavering defense of American freedom. You can also follow Human Events on FACEBOOK. http://www.facebook.com/humaneventsmedia ### For the original version on PRWeb visit: http://www.prweb.com/releases/prweb2011/5/prweb8379518.htm
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| Sensus Names The McDonnell Group PR Agency of Record Posted: 06 May 2011 12:43 AM PDT Sensus Names The McDonnell Group PR Agency of Record Smart grid PR firm to serve electric utility business of leading provider of advanced metering infrastrcture Atlanta, GA (PRWEB) May 06, 2011 Smart grid public relations specialists The McDonnell Group (TMG) today announced that it has been named agency of record by Sensus USA Inc. (Sensus), for its electric utility public relations program. Sensus is a leader in secure wireless utility communications platforms and meters for electric, water and gas utilities. The McDonnell Group will provide strategic business-to-business communications and media relations services for the electric smart grid offering of Raleigh-based Sensus (http://www.sensus.com) that includes the advanced metering infrastructure and distribution automation products anchored by its FlexNetTM wireless network solution. Randolph Wheatley, vice president of marketing for Sensus, said the McDonnell Group's expertise in the energy and electric utility technology spaces was a critical factor in the firm's selection. "Sensus has evolved from the metering company it once was into a smart grid infrastructure provider. We have an updated story about helping utilities better serve their customers with technologies that are unmatched in operational performance and resource conservation. Given TMG's understanding of our audiences and their deep industry knowledge, we think they're the right partner for relating that story." Operating on a licensed 900 MHz primary use spectrum, the Sensus FlexNet system is rapidly proving to be the technology of choice for critical infrastructure communications. Based on open standards with wide ranging interoperability, FlexNet has demonstrated higher geographic coverage, reliability, flexibility and lower cost of ownership compared to unlicensed mesh networks. Sensus technologies are used in nine million endpoints deployed by more than 300 utility customers. Most recently, Sensus signed major agreements for FlexNet system implementation with PECO, Albuquerque Bernalillo County Water Utility Authority, Florida's Talquin Electric and SECO Energy. "We're honored to have earned the trust of Sensus and are ready to get out of the gate for them," said McDonnell Group director, Marc Marton. "Silicon Valley companies garner a lot of smart grid mindshare today, but we think Sensus' proven system architecture and recent big AMI wins at utilities across the country will start shifting the attention east." About Sensus Sensus is a leading utility infrastructure company offering smart meters, communication systems, software and services for the electric, gas, and water industries. Sensus technology helps utilities drive operational efficiency and customer engagement with applications that include advanced meter reading, data acquisition, demand response, distribution automation, home area networking and outdoor lighting control. Customers worldwide trust the innovation, quality and reliability of Sensus solutions for the intelligent use and conservation of energy and water. Learn more at http://www.sensus.com. To follow Twitter updates from Sensus, please visit http://twitter.com/sensussmartgrid. About The McDonnell Group, Inc. The McDonnell Group delivers a unique trilogy of energy and technology focused marketing services: Research, Strategy, and Public Relations. We provide expert insight and specialized knowledge—of the people, the trends, and the technologies unique to the utility and enterprise software markets. With our Focus on Practical Methods™, we work closely with your executive team to deliver strategy and advisory services, research-based marketing, and public relations to help you grow and guide your business in a way few can match. http://www.themcdonnellgroup.com Contact: The McDonnell Group: Sensus: Rita Simonetta # # # For the original version on PRWeb visit: http://www.prweb.com/releases/prweb2011/5/prweb8379357.htm
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