Entertainment & Media News: May 2006

Wednesday, May 31, 2006

Newschannel 4 Anchor/Reporter Lynda Baquero to Host the First Annual Midori & Friends Children's Music Festival, Saturday, June 24th at 3:00pm

Midori & Friends Presents The First Annual Midori & Friends Children’s Music Festival, Saturday, June 24th at The Peter Jay Sharp Theater Symphony Space, Sponsored by JPMorgan Chase Foundation and The Peter Jay Sharp Foundation

NEW YORK, NY (PRWEB) May 17, 2006

Midori & Friends, founded in 1992 by world-renowned violinist Midori, has announced that the First Annual Midori & Friends Children’s Music Festival; sponsored through the generosity of JPMorgan Chase Foundation and The Peter Jay Sharp Foundation, will be held at Symphony Space, Saturday, June 24, 2006, hosted by Newschannel 4 Anchor/Reporter Lynda Baquero. The festival begins at 3 p. m.

Midori & Friends provides children in New York City’s underserved communities who have little or no access to the arts, to receive a comprehensive music education. Through the expertise of small ensembles, Midori & Friends offers music programs in for children in grades K-12, introducing them to diverse genres including Classical, Western, Jazz and World Music.

The First Annual Midori & Friends Children’s Music Festival is a free, fun-filled event which provides children in partner schools throughout Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens and the Bronx an opportunity to take part in musical, dramatic, and visual arts workshops culminating in a 3:00-5:00pm performance at Symphony Space in Manhattan.

Julius Adams, music specialist, P. S. 98 says the excitement level at his

School is high. “For the vast majority of students, who don’t get to perform at a special event, the festival provides students with the opportunity to see what it takes to have a career in music, what it means to bring the joy of music to someone else and receive accolades. This is an experience they’ll never forget.”

In addition to the student performances, the festival will feature performances by musical storyteller David Gonzalez who will tell a tale about his first guitar, along with professional music groups, including a dynamic performance involving the entire audience with hundreds of African drums.

Fern Nash, music teacher at P. S. 139 is excited about the opportunity for her students to share the stage with other children at Symphony Space. “Anytime you can go out of your environment and meet other people who are musical – wow! Performing on the stage at Symphony Space gives the students a way to showcase and share their talents with other children. We are giving them something memorable. ”

The Midori & Friends First Annual Children’s Music Festival is free and open to the public. Seating is on a first-come, first-served basis.

For additional information, contact Margaret Wolfson or Michele Lassiter at Midori & Friends, 212-767-1300

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Monday, May 29, 2006

Abundant Life Academy Hires New Physical Education Director and Life Coach for 2009-2010 School Year

Abundant Life Academy hires Jeriah Bowser to act as Physical Education Director and Life Coach, as well as develop a new bible leadership program.

Kanab, UT (PRWEB) December 16, 2009

Abundant Life Academy (ALA) is proud to announce the addition of Jeriah Bowser to the ALA staff. Jeriah will be acting as Physical Education Director and Life Coach. He will also be a Spiritual Youth Coach as well as overseeing the Mercy Ministries Missions as Coordinator. Jeriah plans to develop a new bible leadership program for the school.

Jeriah was born in Texas and raised in the Midwest. His childhood was tumultuous and saw the inside of a court by the time he was 13 years old. As a teenager, Jeriah abused drugs and alcohol and became involved with bad influences. Jeriah’s parents did not know where to turn for help until they found a program in Jamaica. After three month’s in Jamaica, Jeriah had a revelation and knew that he wanted to help lead teens on the right path towards God.

“We are so excited and blessed with what Jeriah can bring to Abundant Life Academy. We know that God has sent him to us for a reason and it is our desire that, ultimately, the honor will all go to God through Jeriah’s many roles at Abundant Life Academy,” says Craig Rogers, CEO and founder.

Jeriah received his Bachelors in Leadership Training and fully given his life to God. He has spent over two years in eleven countries doing missionary work and has a passion for loving people of all shapes, sizes, and color.

Abundant Life Academy was founded in December 2000 by Craig and Wendy Rogers as an alternative option for teens that are looking for their place in the world. The school is aimed to fulfill the lack of Christian leadership not found in most emotional growth and traditional boarding schools. Learn more about Abundant Life Academy and the students who go there by visiting http://www. abundantlifeacademy. com (http://www. abundantlifeacademy. com).

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Sunday, May 28, 2006

Sex and Intimacy are Thriving in a Slow Economy and Jaiya, a Sexual Wellness Expert, is on TOP

The "Sex With Jaiya" Radio Show is #1 on the largest internet talk radio network (VoiceAmerica) proving that people are interested in improving their relationships and intimacy even in a slow economy. Host Jaiya, author of Red Hot Touch and an award winning DVD series by the same title, is making a splash in the media and quickly becoming one of the most sought after sex educators in the world.

Phoenix, AZ (PRWEB) September 22, 2009

Modavox, Inc. (OTCBB:MDVX - News), Internet broadcasting pioneer, producing and syndicating online audio and video, today announced that the Sex With Jaiya radio program is #1 for listenership in the Network.

Jaiya's dynamic, no holds barred radio program offers sound advice to men, women and couples around topics such as sensual touch, sexual wellness, intimacy, erotic toys and practical tips for improving pleasure. Her co-hosts D. Love and Jon Hanauer, who are also Jaiya's intimate partners, add an extra element to the show from two men with very different experiences. Some of her past guests include Joseph Kramer PH. D, Destin Gerek: The Erotic Rockstar, Tallulah Sullis of Divine Nectar, Alex Allman, and Ian and Alicia Denchasy (Freddy and Eddy).

Jaiya, is quickly becoming a media resource and sexual wellness educator to the mainstream public. This week she appeared on the Tyra Banks episode "Is My Sex Life Normal" where she discussed open relationships and orgasmic birth. She is a regular guest on Playboy Radio's Night Calls and Afternoon Advice shows. Publicists told her that because she was discussing sexual intimacy she would never be on mainstream television or radio, she has proved them wrong in both cases having appeared on daytime television and FM radio. Jaiya has also been quoted recently in Women's Health and Cosmopolitan magazines and has been asked to lecture around the world.

And in its first full month, the "Sex With Jaiya" radio show was the leader in internet radio programming by a landslide. This goes to show that "sex does sell" and that the public is seeking out ways to improve the quality of their love lives, especially in an economic downturn. One of the best parts of the show is that listeners can easily download the information for FREE. Jaiya offers some of the most cutting edge information in her field and interviews guests that are not just experts in their specific topic, but are also passionate about helping people improve the quality of their lives through sexual wellness. This advice is priceless and listeners won't find it anywhere else.

In celebration of being on TOP, Jaiya will be giving away tips in her upcoming shows about how to have 50 Dates for under 50 Dollars. These date nights are beyond your usual dinner and movie and they won't hurt your budget either. Jaiya invites singles and couples to explore creative ways to develop greater intimacy and deeper pleasure. Love and pleasure are recession proof!

"Sex With Jaiya" airs live on Fridays at 1 PM Pacific / 3 PM Central / 4 PM Eastern on The VoiceAmerica Channel. To access the show, log on at http://www. modavox. com/voiceamerica/vshow. aspx? sid=1566 (http://www. modavox. com/voiceamerica/vshow. aspx? sid=1566). All shows will be available in Jaiya's Content Library on The VoiceAmerica Channel for on-demand and pod cast download.

The VoiceAmericaTM Network offers the latest conversations in a talk radio format, providing education, interaction, and advice on key issues live, on demand as well as through pod cast download. If interested in hosting a talk radio show on VoiceAmerica Network, contact Jeff Spenard, President of Internet Radio at 480-294-6417 or at jeff. spenard @ modavox. com.

Contact Executive Producer Mark Pace at 480-553-5745 for advertising / sponsorship information or other show details.

ABOUT Jaiya:
Jaiya is one of the most progressive and well educated sexual wellness experts. She works with couples and singles to help them overcome intimacy issues, deepening connection and communication, leading to the creation of more fulfilling relationships. Jaiya holds certifications as a Sexologist, Sexological Bodyworker, and Tantra Teacher. When Random House needed their newest sex expert they sought out Jaiya and she co-authored the book Red Hot Touch with her co-teacher Jon Hanauer. Together they also created www. redhottouch. com and their best-selling, award winning DVD series by the same title. She strives to eradicate sexual shame and invites those she works with to explore how much pleasure they can possibly experience. Jaiya recently dove into a new frontier of sensuality as she took her own life experience of becoming a mother and is now coaching other women through the journey of orgasmic birth. With a background in Theatrical arts she brings fun, creativity and sexiness to her teaching. You may have seen her on Playboy's #1 rated show "Foursome" as a Tantra Expert or one of her many Sex With Jaiya videos as a spokes model for Liberator.

About VoiceAmerica / Modavox:
(OTC. BB MDVX), Modavox is the leading producer and distributor of online talk radio content, streaming approximately 250 hours of live programs and scheduled replays weekly on its Modavox VoiceAmerica™ Network (http://www. voiceamerica. com (http://www. voiceamerica. com)). Modavox, Inc. (http://www. modavox. com (http://www. modavox. com)) is a pioneer in internet broadcasting, producing and syndicating online audio and video, and offering innovative, effective and comprehensive online tools for reaching targeted niche communities worldwide. Through its patented Modavox technology, Modavox delivers content straight to desktops and Internet-enabled devices. Modavox provides managed access for live and on-demand internet broadcasting and syndication, content management, online meetings, event management, enterprise communications and distance learning.

Forward-Looking Statements:
This release contains "forward-looking statements" for purposes of the Securities and Exchange Commission's "safe harbor" provisions under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and Rule 3b-6 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. These forward-looking statements are subject to various risks and uncertainties that could cause Modavox's actual results to differ materially from those currently anticipated, including the risk factors identified in Modavox's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

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Sketch and Share: New Software from Hypercosm Enables the Viewing of Google SketchUp Files and Features on the Web

Hypercosm LLC announces the release of their Teleporter Pro software tool for web-enabling 3D models designed with Google SketchUp Pro software from Google, Inc. The Pro version of Hypercosm Teleporter for SketchUp has all of the features of the free version that has been downloaded over 24,000 times since it was released in September 2006. Additional capabilities allow customized display of web-enabled 3D models and support for many of the features in SketchUp Pro, plus more control over technical aspects such as file compression and texture fidelity.

Madison, WI (PRWEB) January 30, 2007

Hypercosm LLC announces the release of their Teleporter Pro software tool for web-enabling 3D models designed with Google SketchUp Pro software from Google, Inc.

The Pro version of Hypercosm Teleporter for SketchUp has all of the features of the free version that has been downloaded over 24,000 times since it was released in September 2006. Additional capabilities allow customized display of web-enabled 3D models and support for many of the features in SketchUp Pro, plus more control over technical aspects such as file compression and texture fidelity.

"We have been overwhelmed at the excitement that users of Hypercosm Teleporter for SketchUp have shared with us," said Abe Megahed, Chief Technical Officer of Hypercosm LLC. "We've been able to take much of their feedback and requests for features and build them into the Pro version."

The advantages of Hypercosm Teleporter Pro for SketchUp include:

Customized user interface skins Exporting of SketchUp pages and layers Cross-section and tour guide support Sound and voice annotation support for adding audio files to SketchUp pages Markup tools to add markers to a web page to call attention to a particular feature Measuring tool to explore a 3D model and find dimensions or clearances Copy Link Collaboration tool to capture your view, your current rendering mode, and any added markers all in a simple hyperlink

For advanced applications, the Pro version also allows a user to convert 3D scenes into a script code form where objects can be controlled using the Hypercosm "OMAR" 3D scripting language. This is helpful if a user has an idea for an advanced 3D simulation project, and is fully supported by the Hypercosm custom development services group.

Hypercosm Teleporter also has the advantage of a low file size format that makes web-based graphics practical for 3D models and animations. A SketchUp user can now get more value out of their 3D models by creating on on-line portfolio or sharing with customers, colleagues, friends and family through email just like other electronic documents.

To download Hypercosm Teleporter for SketchUp, visit SketchUp at: http://www. sketchup. com/?section=downloads (http://www. sketchup. com/?section=downloads) or Hypercosm at: http://www. hypercosm. com/products/teleporter/sketchup/index. html (http://www. hypercosm. com/products/teleporter/sketchup/index. html).

ABOUT HYPERCOSM

Hypercosm LLC is a leader in 3D interactive simulation software for web-based training, education and design visualization. In addition to content development services, Hypercosm offers a suite of software tools, including:

Hypercosm Teleporter for efficiently exporting 3D models and animations from AutoDesk's 3ds Max™ or Google's SketchUp™ into Hypercosm web deployable applets, evaluation available at: http://www. hypercosm. com/download/teleporter/index. html (http://www. hypercosm. com/download/teleporter/index. html)

Hypercosm Studio, a text-based authoring environment for scripting unlimited behaviors and user interactions into 3D content, evaluation available at: http://www. hypercosm. com/download/studio/index. html (http://www. hypercosm. com/download/studio/index. html)

Hypercosm Player, a free viewer that integrates with standard web browsers for displaying Hypercosm applets, downloadable from: http://www. hypercosm. com/download/player/index. html (http://www. hypercosm. com/download/player/index. html)

Hypercosm's patented approach to encoding object geometry and behaviors results in low file size simulations that can be delivered over the web practically and effectively, even with low bandwidth connections. Hypercosm has been used for web-based interactive astronaut training, assembly instructions, familiarization training, science education aids and 3D architectural designs. The Hypercosm Medical Group focuses on aspects of digital medical publishing, distance learning courseware, medical procedure training and anatomical visualization. For more information and to view solution demonstrations, visit us on-line at www. hypercosm. com.

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Online Portal for Environmental Science and Conservation Education Launched by Paradise Earth

A free online magazine and information portal called Biomes (www. BiomesOnline. com) has been launched by members of the team behind Paradise Earth, a multi-phase project which includes a rainforest habitat and conservation center, an authority website (ParadiseEarth. com), and a television series. Biomes will be updated weekly with articles and resources to educate and promote awareness of environmental and conservation issues, including interviews with leading environmental experts.

Phoenix, Arizona (PRWEB) May 8, 2008

The team behind David Calvin's Paradise Earth Project (a multi-phase project centered around rainforest habitat and educational center being built near Phoenix) has just launched a free online magazine called Biomes (www. BiomesOnline. com). Biomes will serve as an information portal to educate the public about environmental and conservation issues, in line with the Paradise Earth mission.

The weekly magazine will feature weekly informative articles on environmental issues and exclusive interviews with environmental experts such as Dr. Thomas Lovejoy and the Smithsonian's Dr. Bill Laurance, two of the world's foremost rainforest scholars. Rare, high quality photographs and videos will also be available from Mandarich Media Group, featuring animals, plants, birds, and scenery from some of the world's endangered biomes. Multi-media recaps from the Paradise Earth Team's fact-finding and documentation trips abroad are also featured.

"Biomes is largely about education," says Tong Wu, the site's Editor-in-Chief. "The public can't care about rainforest conservation or other environmental issues if they're not aware of those issues. Biomes is designed to give the public a rare insider look at the world around them through exclusive expert interviews and photographs and footage of rare animals, birds, and plants they may otherwise never be exposed to. We're even currently in the process of developing a curriculum for secondary education geared towards environmental science and conservation issues, which we plan to make available to educators."

Environmental issues addressed by Biomes staff and contributors include topics such as biofuels, ecotourism, biodiversity, and rainforest habitats and conservation

About Biomes:
Biomes is an online magazine and information portal dedicated to promoting awareness and education of important environmental science and conservation issues. The production of Biomes was launched in May 2008 under Editor-in-Chief Tong Wu, and features informative articles, exclusive interviews with some of the world's leading environmental experts, and high quality photography, videos, and multi-media recaps featuring wildlife and scenery from fact-finding trips abroad.

For additional information about Biomes, please visit www. BiomesOnline. com or contact Tong Wu. For additional information about the Paradise Earth Project, please visit www. ParadiseEarth. com or contact David Calvin at 480-621-7530.

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Saturday, May 27, 2006

BERLIN CANDY BOMBER WOULD VOLUNTEER TO FLY HUMANITARIAN MISSION AFTER WAR WITH IRAQ

Retired Air Force Col. Gail Halvorsen flew humanitarian missions over the skies of Germany after World War II. For three weeks he quietly dropped little parachutes of candy to the children before getting caught Â— and receiving permission to continue showering the children with treats.

(PRWEB) April 5, 2003

DAYTON, Ohio Â— After the war in Iraq ends, retired Air Force Col. Gail Halvorsen says he would fly over Baghdad in a heartbeat.

"When things get under control, IÂ’d want to fly over schools and drop candy to the children,Â” he said. Â“The kids would go crazy.Â”

Halvorsen knows that from first-hand experience. Best known as the Â“Berlin candy bomber,Â” Halvorsen, 82, captivated faculty, students and military officials at the University of Dayton today as he relived his humanitarian mission over the skies of Germany after World War II. Halvorsen headlined the first day of a three-day Â“Aviation and the Human ExperienceÂ” symposium sponsored by the Miami Valley Higher Education Consortium as part of Inventing Flight 2003Â’s yearlong tribute. The group includes Central State University, UD, Sinclair Community College and Wright State University.

Dressed in the same pilotÂ’s jumpsuit he wore in the 1940s, he recounted how hungry children in Berlin taught him the importance of freedom. Â“They were just in elementary school, but had a post-graduate degree in international relations,Â” he said. Â“Their reaction to two sticks of gum changed my life.Â”

When the Soviets created a blockade around Berlin, Halvorsen and other American pilots started airlifting food, medicine and other supplies to the city as part of Â“Operation Vittles.Â” One day the 27-year-old pilot met and talked for about an hour with a group of 30 children across a barbed-wire fence at Tempelhof Base. He was taken aback when not one child put out his hand and asked for candy or gum.

Â“They started talking to me in their school English. Â‘DonÂ’t worry about us. Some day weÂ’ll have enough to eat, but if we lose our freedom, weÂ’ll never get it back,Â’Â” he remembered.

Usually when I wore my flight suit, kids would chase me down the street, thinking you were a rich American and a pipeline to a candy shop. TheyÂ’d shake you down. Not one of these children would lower themselves to become a beggar.Â”

Halvorsen reached into his pocket, took out two sticks of gum, broke them in half and handed the pieces through the fence. Â“They looked like they had just received a million bucks. They put that tiny piece of paper to their noses and smelled the aroma. They were on cloud nine. I stood there dumbfounded,Â” he said.

Struck by an impulse and without permission, Halvorsen told the children heÂ’d fly back the next day and drop more gum, but theyÂ’d have to share it. When they asked how theyÂ’d know his airplane, he said, Â“IÂ’ll wiggle my wings.Â”

HalvorsenÂ’s Air Force friends gave him their candy rations and for three weeks he quietly dropped little parachutes of candy to the children before getting caught Â— and receiving permission to continue showering the children with treats. In all, Halvorsen and his colleagues dropped 23 tons of candy.

Â“One child kept his Hershey bar for a week,Â” said Halvorsen, pointing out that it represented a better future. Â“He said, Â‘Without hope, the soul dies. I can live on thin rations, but not without hope.Â’Â”

What did Halvorsen learn? Â“The kids at the fence taught me the importance of freedom. They put principle before pleasure. They taught me that whenever you have a tough decision to make, make it on principle.Â”

Halvorsen has reenacted his candy bomber airdrops on many occasions. In September 1989 he flew over Templehof with a television crew from Â“Good Morning AmericaÂ” commemorating the 40th anniversary of the last Berlin Airlift flight. In 1994, he flew on an Operation PROVIDE PROMISE C-130 mission over Bosnia and dropped candy parachutes to children. He continues to be involved in humanitarian missions and is participating in 100th anniversary of flight events in Ohio and North Carolina this year.

Lessons from Japan Illustrate Critical Importance of Utilities to Solar Growth in the U. S

Lessons from Japan Illustrate Critical Importance of Utilities to Solar Growth in the U. S.

Washington, DC (Vocus) November 18, 2010

Despite obvious differences in the size and style of the utility-scale solar market in the two countries, there are clear parallels in how policy has shaped solar markets in both the United States and Japan. That is the main finding of a report released today by the Solar Electric Power Association (SEPA), entitled “Policy Changes Trigger Resurgence of Japan’s Solar Market.” SEPA organized a fact finding mission of utility leaders to Japan earlier this year as part of the organization’s ongoing commitment to helping utilities make smart solar decisions.

The fact finding mission, conducted in July, studied the experience of Japanese utilities and solar industry in integrating a large amount of distributed photovoltaics (PV) into the grid, explored the solar research initiatives undertaken by the Japanese government and its research bodies, and investigated the effect of Japan’s solar policies on the commercialization of solar technologies.

“Even though utility-owned solar generation is not a focus of Japanese utilities,” said Julia Hamm, SEPA President and CEO, “they know they have a major role to play in integrating customer-owned PV systems into the grid.”

The report details the key findings from meetings with Japanese utility and solar industry leaders, as well as tours of solar facilities. Key takeaways explored in the report include:

-- The motivations behind Japan’s renewed emphasis on aggressive solar development, including economic, environmental, energy security and resource diversity concerns.
-- The critical role for electric utilities in the successful implementation of federal policy and commercialization goals.
-- The research underway on the technical impacts of high concentrations of PV on the distribution grid.

After visiting Germany in 2008 and Spain in 2009, SEPA returns to Europe in 2011 when the organization will lead a fact finding mission to Italy in early May.

“The solar industry in Italy is enjoying unprecedented growth right now, and could be poised to join our other destinations among the world’s leading markets,” said Hamm. “The 2011 fact finding mission will provide our members with up-close looks at the Italian solar power industry and face-to-face meetings with Italy’s utility and solar decision makers.”

The final report on the 2010 fact finding mission to Japan is available free to members ($500 for non-members) at http://www. solarelectricpower. org/resources/reports. aspx.

For more information about SEPA’s fact finding missions, including the 2011 trip to Italy, visit SEPA’s website at http://www. solarelectricpower. org/events/fact-finding-missions. aspx.

ABOUT SEPA
The Solar Electric Power Association (SEPA) is an educational non-profit organization dedicated to helping utilities integrate solar power into their energy portfolios. With more than 750 utility and solar industry members, SEPA provides unbiased utility solar market intelligence, up-to-date information about technologies and business models, and peer-to-peer interaction. From hosting national events to one-on-one counseling, SEPA helps utilities make smart solar decisions. For more information, visit http://www. solarelectricpower. org.

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Friday, May 26, 2006

Pictures Slideshow Maker has been released!

Creating 3D screensavers and slideshow files

(PRWEB) May 21, 2004

Did you ever want to turn your photos into dynamic, visual presentations? If you did, try Pictures Slideshow Maker for free. In just a few minutes you can make a professional-grade slideshow presentation for sending it out to all of your friends and family. You can transfer your created executable file to a CD or DVD to create a digital slideshow of your old family photos. This is a great way to document your family history.

All of your pictures and music files are included in your single. EXE or. SCR file. No other programs and files are required to view your pictures. It is a very easy to use pictures show builder. Pictures Slideshow Maker uses a lot of special 2D and 3D fade effects to make your pictures come to life. You can use pictures from JPEG, TGA, BMP, RLE, DIB, TIF, TIFF, VSD, ICB, VDA, WIN, PCX, PCC, BW, RGB, RGBA, SGI, PSD, PDD and PNG formats and audio files from MP3, WMA, OGG, WAV, MPA, MP2, AU, AIF, AIFF, SND, MID, MIDI and RMI formats as well. You can do all kinds of things to make your presentations more compelling. You can define text labels, logo images, background images or flat background color, distance to the background for each slide or for entire slideshow.

You can select music to accompany your digital photo album, record your own sound comments with a microphone and create a soundtrack for the entire slideshow. This program uses latest DirectX technology to make your presentation looks very impressive. And you don't have to be an expert to do it. This software allows you to take simple photos and turn them into works of art. You can use this slideshow creator for business and educational purposes as well. With our slideshow software you can increase your sales and overall market exposure.

Thursday, May 25, 2006

Wireless Emporium Adds Dooney &amp; Bourke Designer Cell Phone Cases To Product Line

Wireless Emporium Adds Dooney & Bourke Designer Cell Phone Cases To Product Line

In a move geared towards pleasing an ever increasing segment of their consumer base, Wireless Emporium, Inc. has added a full line of designer cell phone cases from Dooney & Bourke.

Orange, CA (Vocus/PRWEB) December 27, 2010

Already the leading online retailer for cell phone accessories, Wireless Emporium, Inc. has further expanded their product line to include Dooney and Bourke designer cell phone cases. The cases come in multiple styles and colors, and are made for several popular model phones, including the T-Mobile MyTouch 3G, the Blackberry Storm 2 and the LG Rumor.

In addition to top quality materials and construction, the Dooney and Bourke cell phone cases can double as a handbag, providing additional pockets for cash, credit cards and other incidentals. The new items arrive at Wireless Emporium just in time for post holiday shopping for when people are looking to accessorize any new phone.

“We are always looking to cater to the needs and wants of our customers, and this was definitely an area that was underserved,” said Wireless Emporium merchandising manager Armando Lucero. “We’re proud to be able to offer products from such a well respected brand like Dooney & Bourke.”

Dooney and Bourke handbags are known as a mid-range product line and have graced the pages of fashion magazines like Vogue, ELLE and Vanity Fair. They have also been seen on the arms of such actresses as Hayden Panettiere, Mischa Barton and Michelle Trachtenberg.

About Wireless Emporium

Established in 2001, Wireless Emporium, Inc. is a recognized leader in the cell phone accessories and unlocked cell phones market supplying over 40,000 manufacturer-direct products to consumers, businesses, education and government institutions through a portfolio of leading E-Commerce web sites. Their manufacturer-direct product line includes cell phone cases, chargers, batteries, covers and faceplates, screen protectors, bluetooth headsets, data connectivity products and unlocked cell phones at discount prices. The company backs every order with a 100% customer satisfaction guarantee, extended manufacturer warranties and free first class shipping, policies which have set them apart from other online retailers and helped earn over 1 million loyal customers in the US and Canada.

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The Chess Lady and ‘First Move’ Take Chess into the Classroom to Engage, Inspire and Educate

Chess is now inspiring second and third grade students around the country thanks to an innovative program from America’s Foundation for Chess: First Move. This award-winning program introduces chess – with the help of an unexpected classroom celebrity, The Chess Lady – as a learning tool to teach critical thinking skills, improve math, reading, behavioral and social skills, and build self-esteem and confidence in students.

Bellevue, WA (Vocus/PRWEB) January 17, 2011

Move over lunch lady… The Chess Lady is making her move to classrooms nationwide. Chess is now inspiring second and third grade students around the country thanks to an innovative program from America’s Foundation for Chess: First MoveTM. This award-winning program introduces chess – with the help of an unexpected classroom celebrity, The Chess Lady – as a learning tool to teach critical thinking skills, improve math, reading, behavioral and social skills, and build self-esteem and confidence in students. In 2010, First Move celebrated its 10th anniversary by engaging more than 50,000 students in nearly 2000 classrooms across 27 states. In 2011, America’s Foundation for Chess (AF4C) plans to expand the program to an additional 30,000 students nationwide.

“In nearly 30 nations around the world, chess is integrated into the country's scholastic curriculum,” says Wendi Fischer, AF4C Executive Director and “The Chess Lady.” “In the U. S., despite numerous studies that demonstrate the impact chess education can have on cognitive and critical thinking skills, chess is rarely incorporated into American schools. Our goal with First Move is to bring positive change to our educational system and make chess a regular part of every child’s classroom experience.”

AF4C created First Move to seamlessly introduce chess as a learning tool in second and third grade classrooms to support the existing academic and social programs. The curriculum is specifically mapped to standards for second and third grade. Not only are the students benefitting from the critical thinking, group problem solving, and social interaction, but they’re also having fun. They play to learn, not to win, so they transfer the intellectual, social and emotional qualities from the game of chess to school and real world success.

“Students tend to be tentative and want someone else to do their work for them, give them the answer, or figure it out for them,” says Jill Massa, principal, Warden Elementary School (Warden, WA). “But with the chess games that they play as part of First Move, they are forced to think for themselves in a fun way which builds their confidence.”

According to a study conducted by Education Northwest in 2009, more than half of First Move parents found learning chess helped improve their child’s grades and more than 62% credited the chess education program with improving their child’s attitude toward school.

First Move began in 2000 and was introduced to its first classrooms in the Seattle area a few years later. It has grown and is primarily supported through individual and corporate donations, with a nominal fee for participating classrooms or school districts. First Move is offered during the school day as a supplemental curriculum to the existing core curriculum. Teachers do not need to know chess; they can learn along with their students as The Chess Lady introduces the game step-by-step via interactive videos. The focus is not on competition or tournament play, but rather on the thinking skills that are an inherent part of chess. First Move promotes courtesy toward others; students learn to shake hands before and after a game, respect rules and think ahead.

About America’s Foundation for Chess:
Based in Bellevue, Washington, America’s Foundation for Chess is a non-profit 501c(3) organization which developed First Move™ to introduce chess as a learning tool. Kids see chess as a game and do not realize the powerful learning that goes on while they play. As a result of First Move teachers often see students grasp math concepts faster, as well as demonstrate an increase in reading comprehension. The program is currently in 27 states, and in fall of 2010 was introduced to 29 classrooms in Antigua.

Schools interested in integrating First Move into their curriculum can call 1-866-973-2342. To become a donor, visit http://www. af4c. org/pages/donors.

For more information about First Move and AF4C, visit their website, http://www. af4c. org or find them on Facebook.

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Wednesday, May 24, 2006

New Trend: Eating Disorders Becoming More Prominent In Midlife Women

Revival® Soy products can help women achieve balance.

Kernersville, NC (PRWEB) December 13, 2005

Winston-Salem, NC (PRWEB) December 13, 2005 -- Eating disorders have become an emerging trend for midlife women, which leads to concern about the detrimental affects it can have on women’s health. Experts are calling this epidemic Runaway Eating and are promoting nutrition education and the adoption of a healthier, well-balanced diet. Revival® Soy’s line of soy-based foods is an effective way to manage weight and balance hormones, while promoting a healthier eating lifestyle.

While serious eating disorders such as anorexia and bulimia have long been the bane of teenage girls, more and more midlife women are suffering from similar but milder forms of problematic eating. These problems include occasional bouts of out-of-control eating, weight preoccupation, pathological dieting, compulsive exercising, binging and binge-and-purge episodes. Runaway Eating is defined as the gray area that lies somewhere between healthy eating and an actual eating disorder.

Nadine Taylor, a registered dietitian and co-author of the book Runaway Eating (Rodale, 2005) says that midlife women are under incredible amounts of stress, and may fall into Runaway Eating behaviors as a way to make themselves feel better. “Runaway Eating involves using food to run away from your problems,” Taylor says. “You feel depressed, so you head for the chocolate cake. You’re anxious, so you eat an entire box of cookies or push yourself through a long, exhausting workout. What you’re really doing is running from stress, anxiety, depression, or the feeling that you’re just not ‘perfect’ enough. But afterwards you can feel even worse, and turn to other unhealthy ways of easing emotional pain.”

The negative cycle of Runaway Eating can be set off or made worse by the hormonal changes of menopause. Female hormones fluctuate wildly during perimenopause, when estrogen levels often swing from too high to too low. Too much estrogen causes bloating, sugar cravings and mood swings, making a woman feel fat, hungry and depressed. Too little estrogen causes depression, anxiety, hot flashes, and night sweats, making her feel fatigued, irritable and lacking in energy. Either extreme could set off a cycle of restrictive dieting, binging, purging—or all three—especially in women who are already stressed to the breaking point.

One way to balance estrogen levels and put the brakes on Runaway Eating, says Taylor, is to eat plenty of soy. While soy is known for easing hot flashes, it may also help ward off the mood swings, anxiety and irritability associated with hormonal changes that can trigger Runaway Eating.

Taylor explains, ”Soy can compete with your own estrogen for receptor sites on the cells, blocking out some of your own hormone and lowering estrogen levels.”

Soy may also help fight Runaway Eating in other ways: Studies have shown that it decreases hunger, extends the period of feeling “full” and stabilizes the blood sugar. Taylor notes that “Stabilizing your blood sugar can go a long way toward stabilizing your mood. And if you feel good, you’re much less likely to turn to food-related behaviors to try to regain your balance.”

Taylor advises a daily intake of about 100-160 milligrams of soy isoflavones—about what you’d find in 6 glasses of soy milk or 6 servings of tofu—and between 20 and 25 grams of soy protein. Those who can’t handle that much soy every day (not to mention the 24 grams of fat that may come along with it!) could get the same benefits from a soy shake or soy bar by Revival® Soy. Each soy shake or soy bar provides 16-20 grams of high-quality soy protein in one serving and less than 10 grams fat.

A lot of soy products taste bland or chalky, but the Revival® Soy products are designed to be effective and tasty. Revival® Soy also offers several other soy products, including soy chips, soy nuts, soy coffee and soy pastas, all of which are delicious and easy ways to boost your soy intake—and put the brakes on Runaway Eating.

Revival® Soy (http://www. RevivalSoy. com (http://www. RevivalSoy. com)) products are based on a proprietary soy formula, using a patented natural concentration process, developed by Aaron Tabor, MD. Revival® Soy is recommended by more doctors than any other soy protein supplement because of its high isoflavone content, high-quality protein, clinically backed research and superb taste. Just one Revival® Soy bar or shake provides the same amount of hunger-reducing, health-enhancing soy isoflavones found in 6 cups of soy milk, but with 90% less fat. The line includes soy bars, shakes, chips, pasta, nuts and coffee.

Revival Soy participates in double-blinded, placebo-controlled human clinical studies at some of America's top medical schools and hospitals. The company currently has 30 Revival studies at various stages of design or completion. For more information, log onto www. RevivalSoy. com

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Seda France Home Fragrances Promotes Clinton Hamann to Company President

As part of its ongoing growth and expansion, Seda France is promoting its Operations Director to President, where he will oversee the creation of its many lines of candles and home fragrance products.

Austin, TX (PRWEB) October 24, 2008

After more than two years as Operations Director for Seda France Home Fragrances of Austin, Clinton Hamann has been promoted to the position of President. Hamann has successfully combined his education and background in the arts with operations management expertise to bring a new level of performance and efficiency to the day-to-day operations of Seda France, and his duties will now include overseeing all departments from a process and improvement standpoint.

"This change brings a heightened sense of potential within Seda France for our people and their ideas," Hamann says, referring to his successful integration of creativity and vision into all aspects of the business.

CEO and founder, Robert Hernandez ¬- who will continue his role as the force behind product development and expansion ¬¬- adds, "Seda France is a viable brand because of our innovation in all aspects of how we do business, from creating a luxury fragrance to expert delivery of our products, and Clinton's distinctive approach makes him a natural to oversee the entire process."

Prior to joining Seda France, Hamann worked with MCI for 15 years in the areas of operations management, training development and project management and vendor aspects of MCI's third party validation process - often working with cross-functional teams responsible for everything from desktop programming to assurance of regulatory compliance. Hamann also studied fine art and graphic design in Oklahoma and at Iowa State University.

Seda France products are available at sedafrance. com and at nearly 2,000 fine retailers nationwide and many more internationally. Seda France produces numerous luxury products and is a leading name in the home fragrance/candle market. Collections include Édition Limitée, Bon Chic and the original Classic Toile collection - all with different twists on the "no gift wrap needed" packaging for which the company is known. This Austin, Texas-based manufacturer's reputation has earned them a loyal following of both customers and retailers throughout North America, Europe, and Asia.

For more information, please contact us.

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Tuesday, May 23, 2006

CDI College Unveils Re-imagined New Logo

New branding provides flexibility to adapt it for emerging technologies.

Vanouver, BC (Vocus/PRWEB) January 07, 2011

CDI College is pleased to unveil its new logo. The bold new look reflects the college’s commitment to advancing career education through innovation and educational leadership and appeals to a modern, refined aesthetic.

More than six months in the making, through in depth consultation with award-winning graphic designers, the college’s new logo reflects a clear and bold vision for the future while maintaining a strong respect for its origins and history. The blue of the logo was utilized to pull CDI’s 40-year history forward to modern times and the use of grey was used to reflect current palette trends. “CDI” remains the dominant element, but “College” was given more visual weight to reinforce the word mark.

CDI College is proud to be considered market leaders not only within the education sphere, but within the overall national marketplace. The increasing importance of web-based initiatives requires a logo that will fit within particular web-friendly specifications and this new logo not only meets those current needs, but also provides the college with flexibility to adapt it for emerging technologies, including social media such as Twitter and Facebook.

About CDI College
For more than 40 years, CDI College has helped thousands of students in career training and seeking employment. With 18 campuses across Canada, the career college offers hands-on training from experienced instructors in a wide range of business, technology and health care programs. Flexible schedules and career placement services are also available to help students achieve career goals.

For more information:
Kathryn Sutton
Manager of Communications
778.331.8262, ext. 2155

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Monday, May 22, 2006

A Horse's Rags to Riches Drama

Abused horse finds a new life and new responsibilities at Nature's Place Therapy Services

(PRWEB) August 10, 2003

NatureÂ’s Place Therapy, Incorporated

A Not-for-profit Corporation

1316 South Blvd. West

Davenport, FL 33837

Telephone: 863/421-0556 Email: Naturesplace@aol. com

Contact: Deborah Adams, Director, NatureÂ’s Place Therapy Services Telephone: 863/421-0556

Dr. Theresa Nenezian, donor, at Lake Wales, Telephone: 863-439-8320

A HorseÂ’s Â“Rags to RichesÂ” Drama. . .

ABBY, A FORMERLY ABUSED HORSE, WILL NOW HELPKIDS AND ADULTS IN THEIR THERAPY PROGRAMS

(PRWEB) August, 2003 -- Abby, a 16-year-old quarter horse that endured severe neglect and abuse before she was rescued in Oct. 2002 by the Polk County, Fla., County SheriffÂ’s Department will have both a new home and new responsibilities at NatureÂ’s Place Therapy, which is located in a serene, farm-like setting at Davenport, close to Orlando.

Abby will arrive at NatureÂ’s Place on Sat., Aug. 16, in her Â“rags to richesÂ” drama.

Donated to NatureÂ’s Place by Dr. Theresa Nenezian, of GodÂ’s Helping Hands Therapeutic Riding Center at Lake Wales, Abby was Â“adoptedÂ” by Nenezian after the sheriffs found Abby in her dismal condition. Abby was given love, shelter, health services, and other rehabilitations at Lake Wales.

Abbey will now live a rich life at NatureÂ’s Place working with kids and adults who have impairments and neuromusculoskeletal dysfunctions.

The gentle, chestnut-colored mare that stands 14 hands tall will help specially trained therapists at NatureÂ’s Place provide treatments to clients who suffer conditions such as Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome, Multiple Sclerosis, learning or language disabilities, or traumatic brain injury.

Â“By having Abby donated to us, we can now expand our rehabilitation services to include hippotherapyÂ—the use of a horse in a clientÂ’s treatments,Â” Deborah Adams, director of NatureÂ’s Place Therapy said.

Â“We already have a waiting list of 26 clients who can benefit from hippotherapy,Â” she added.

Hippotherapy is so named from the Greek root-word Â“hippos,Â” meaning horse and does not refer to AfricaÂ’s 4,000-pound hippopotamus. Hippotherapy is defined by the American Hippotherapy Association as Â“a term that refers to the use of the movement of a horse as a treatment toolÂ” by physical, occupational, and speech-language therapists.

In hippotherapy, the movement of the horse becomes a treatment tool by therapists to help improve impaired balance, coordination, and communication. Hippotherapy can also help improve poor postural control, and gross motor skills involved in sitting, standing, and walking.

It also provides numerous mental, psychological, and emotional benefits, as well as sensory and educational benefits. The therapeutic benefits of the horse were recognized as early as 460 BC. Eventually, the use of the horse in therapy spread throughout Europe, the United States, and Canada.

Â“We are delighted to welcome Abby to her new home with us,Â” Adams said. Â“The equine-assisted therapy with Abby will be available as soon as a corral and small pole barn are completed. Much of that work will be done by volunteers at our 2nd Annual Old Fashioned Barn Raising that will take place Sat., Aug. 16.Â” She said more volunteers will be welcomed to help.

NatureÂ’s Place Therapy is a not-for-profit corporation that serves those who live in Lake, Polk, Orange, and Osceola counties. Therapy is provided to any and all who need it, regardless of payment capabilities. Call 863/421-0556 about therapy programs or volunteer opportunities.

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Saturday, May 20, 2006

Silent Partner PI, a Prominent Atlanta Private Detective, Has Chosen Click Ready Marketing an Atlanta SEO Agency to Provide Web Marketing Services

Silent Partner PI of Atlanta Georgia chooses Click Ready Marketing as his firm’s on-line marketing agency. Silent Partner PI provides investigative services to assist individuals or businesses with cases that vary from cheating spouses, fraud, computer forensics, theft, missing persons, and workers comp. Silent Partner PI realizes that most prospective clients use the internet to research and find private detectives to handle these types of cases. That is why they decided to hire an internet marketing company.

Atlanta, GA (Vocus) August 11, 2010

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? BACKGROUND CHECKS – Many companies already run background checks on their employees and sometimes their clients but how reliable is that data? If there was a mistake when it was being keyed in or if the data has not been verified on a regular basis then something could be missed. When you use a PI firm like Silent Partner PI, you know that the information is correct and recent. They will perform a criminal background search as well as interview neighbors and co-workers. They are able to perform credit checks as well as drug screening. Plus, all the important information like date of birth, address, employment history and education will be verified by the investigator personally.

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Teavana Debuts Perfect Tea Touch app for iPhone

Make the perfect cup of tea with Teavana’s Perfect Tea Touch app. The Perfect Touch iPhone App provides everything needed to enjoy Teavana’s fine loose leaf tea, create a perfect tea blend, make a perfect cup of tea, find a local Teavana store, shop on the website, and share favorites through social networking sites and email.

Atlanta, GA (Vocus) March 2, 2010

The app features:
A tea timer with specific instructions for Teavana teas or generic tea instructions. A tea blending tool that suggests other teas to blend with favorites. A great way to discover new tastes! Detailed information on Teavana teas including ingredients, steeping instructions and health benefits. A ‘favorites’ function to bookmark Teavana tea information for quick access anytime. A store locator that finds the Teavana stores nearest you. A musical tea timer offering unique sounds depending for each type of tea steeped. A social networking function, allowing sharing of favorite tea blends on Facebook, Twitter or via email with friends.

Become a tea expert with the Perfect Tea Touch app, which makes creating delicious new tea blends easy and fun. Discover all the expertise needed for perfect tea-making with the touch of a fingertip!

Atlanta-based Teavana first opened in 1997 with the name meaning ‘Heaven of Tea’. The mall-based stores are part retail shop and part tea emporium with over 100 different selections of loose-leaf tea from all over the world. The company donates 1 percent of profits to CARE International®, which goes to improve the lives of those who live in tea-producing areas of the world through education, access to safe water and greater economic opportunities. Teavana currently has over 100 store locations in North America.

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Friday, May 19, 2006

Flexibility, Efficiency, Security of State-level Assessments Enhanced with Latest Upgrades to Comprehensive Online Testing Delivery System

Pearson launches TestNav 7 and new content caching server technologies.

Iowa City, IA (PRWEB) September 15, 2009

Today, the Assessment and Information Group of Pearson announced significant new upgrades to its TestNav 7 online test delivery platform and local content caching server technology. These technologies currently deliver millions of secure, high-stakes assessments in K-12 schools every year. More than 4 million such assessments have been delivered on the TestNav platform to date in 2009.

TestNav 7 eliminates the need for software installation at the local level prior to the administration of tests to students. Now, students will be able to use a standard web browser to launch TestNav 7 and take a high-stakes test with ease.

"By delivering TestNav via a browser, schools don't have to worry about software updates or unnecessary software downloads - saving time and money," said Dianne Losh, product manager, online testing, for the Assessment and Information Group of Pearson. "The new centralized system gives individual districts the freedom they need to administer high-stakes assessments anytime from anywhere."

As a companion product, Pearson's content caching server seamlessly integrates with TestNav to help schools simply set up assessments, cache content and monitor usage during online testing sessions. The centralized setup eliminates the need to locally configure TestNav 7. In addition, easy-to-use dashboards and interfaces enable local system administrators to monitor the progress and effectiveness of the caching service.

This combination of technologies has been used since 2001 to deliver secure, high-stakes assessments in grades K-12, and the latest upgrades reduce the workload for schools in the management and delivery of online tests.

"TestNav 7.0 offers a 21st century testing solution that meets the needs of teachers, administrators and all students, including those with disabilities. Pearson's TestNav provides administrators with a variety of test scheduling options, test-taking tools and test-taking accommodations for their students. As with prior versions of TestNav, the new version meets all of the stringent security, performance, scalability and reliability requirements teachers have come to expect from our product. Teachers can administer tests without worrying. And students find the testing interface very engaging, which improves motivation, concentration and performance," said Wayne Ostler, vice president, product development with Pearson's A&I group.

TestNav supports a wide range of testing tools and item types using Adobe Flash® technology. Item types include the traditional multiple choice and open-ended essay or short response items, as well as more innovative items, such as drag-and-drop, hotspot, graphing, charting, math equations and full simulations. By separating the content presentation from the delivery engine, TestNav enables content development teams to have complete control over item presentation, navigation, response controls and overall look-and-feel of the testing experience. Meeting the needs of all students, TestNav also supports adaptive tests and linear test form delivery.

For more information about TestNav, visit http://www. PearsonAssessments. com/TestNav (http://www. PearsonAssessments. com/TestNav).

About Pearson
Pearson (NYSE:PSO), the global leader in education and education technology, provides innovative print and digital education materials for preK through college, student information systems and learning management systems, teacher professional development, career certification programs, and testing and assessment products that set the standard for the industry. Pearson's other primary businesses include the Financial Times Group and the Penguin Group. For more information about the Clinical Assessment group of Pearson, visit http://www. pearsonassess. com/ (http://www. pearsonassess. com/).

For more information, press only:
Adam Gaber, Pearson, 800-745-8489

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Green Living Ideas and Charleston Gas Light Announce Lighting Category Launch on Green Living and Building Website

Green Living Ideas and Charleston Gas Light announce a new website designed to educate eco-conscious homeowners and green builders about green home and building lighting Issues, technologies, and options.

Santa Rosa, CA and Charleston, SC (PRWEB) September 13, 2007

Green Living Ideas, the world's most comprehensive green living website containing information on over 200 different categories of green and sustainable living information, and Charleston Gas Light, Inc., a leading manufacturer of sustainable lighting products, announced today Charleston Gas Light's exclusive sponsorship of the green and sustainable lighting education center within the Green Building section of the GreenLivingIdeas. com (http://greenlivingideas. com) website. Content in the Green Building/Lighting section of the site--including tips, articles, and podcasts--provides consumers looking to "go green" with information that helps them make environmentally-conscious, sustainable decisions in regards to lighting used in their green home building and remodeling projects.

Through this endeavor, Green Living Ideas and Charleston Gas Light, Inc. seek to jointly educate consumers on topics relevant to green building, consumer health, and environmental sustainability. The main page of the Lighting section of the Green Living Ideas Web site, for which Charleston Gas Light, Inc. is the exclusive sponsor, is located at greenlivingideas. com/lighting/lighting. html (http://greenlivingideas. com/lighting/lighting. html) . All information on the site is produced by objective expert authors Green Living Ideas refers to as their "Green Gurus," and is provided to visitors at zero cost thanks to Charleston Gas Light's advertising support of the objective editorial content.

"At Charleston Gas Light, we are inspired by history and green by design," stated Debra McKinley, President of Charleston Gas Light, Inc. "We feel that 'being green' means the responsible and accountable use -- and reuse -- of all our natural resources. Environmental awareness, social consciousness and sustainability have always been guiding principles of our company, so we are thrilled to be a partner with Green Living Ideas in providing consumers with valuable information for their green lighting projects."

"We're pleased to have Charleston Gas Light as our exclusive partner in presenting this important information to our eco-conscious consumer and builder audiences," said Sean Daily, CEO and Editor-In-Chief of Green Living Ideas. "Charleston Gas Light's demonstrable commitment and track record in providing the consumer and commercial markets with environmentally-responsible products raises the bar in the lighting industry, and made them a natural choice as our partner to provide this valuable content to site visitors."

About Charleston Gas Light, Inc.
Charleston Gas Light, Inc. (http://www. charlestongaslight. com) is proud to continue the long traditions started in 1848 by the original Charleston Gas Light Co., who lit the first gas lights in Charleston, and The Charleston Electric Company who turned on the first electric lights in 1888. All of our gas and electric products are handcrafted in the USA using high-quality rust-resistant copper, are safety certified, and are suitable for exterior or interior, residential and commercial use. Each lantern design is a true work of art that will complement any architectural style. Custom crafting of our customers' designs is a specialty.

About Green Living Ideas
Green Living Ideas (http://greenlivingideas. com) is the world's most comprehensive online educational resource for green and sustainable living, providing consumers information on how to 'go green' in over 200 different areas of life. The comprehensive website includes tips, articles, and podcasts on topics including green building, renewable energy, alternative fuel vehicles, home, work, and school life, and everything else in between. Green Living Ideas empowers individuals in their efforts to lead more eco-conscious lifestyles by providing them information on the specific products, technologies, and lifestyle practices that they can employ to lower their carbon footprint and their overall impact on the planet. Leading companies from around the world who have established themselves as green leaders in their respective industries exclusively sponsor the various topics/categories of the GreenLivingIdeas. com website. For more information, visit Green Living Ideas (http://www. greenlivingideas. com/contact-us. html) or call (877) 548-4733 xt.200.

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Thursday, May 18, 2006

Holidays with Aging Parents: Elder Care Expert Has the Prescription for Caregiver Stress

For many families, the problem with the holidays is family. Elder care expert Esther Koch provides insight into how caregivers of aging parents can bring the joy of the holiday season to the elder care experience.

San Mateo, CA (PRWEB) December 2, 2008

For many families the stress of the holiday season is family, especially aging parents. Gerontologist and elder care expert Esther Koch (http://www. encoremgmt. com/estherkoch. html), founder of Encore Management (http://www. encoremgmt. com/aboutencoremanagement. html), has a simple yet highly effective prescription for holiday stress relief….reframe the experience. "Use the holidays to change the focus from all that you have to do for your parent to all the experiences you can have with your parent", recommends Koch who also was the primary caregiver to her mother (http://www. encoremgmt. com/momentsofjoy/kissthejoy. html) for ten years.

"Your holidays will be joyful if you intend them to be", says Koch. "You may have to start with forgiveness - forgive your parents, forgive your siblings and forgive yourself." She emphasizes, "A little forgiveness can eliminate years of regret."

Koch continues, "As a caregiver, you do need to recognize your parent's limits as well as your own." Adjust commitments whenever necessary for health reasons and don't forget to schedule time for yourself. "Most of all, be in the moment and don't take for granted that your parent will always be as physically and mentally able as they are now", she says.

Koch suggestions the following to make holiday memories. "With just a little thought, the possibilities are limitless and the results may turn out to be some of the most memorable times you will ever share with your parent", she says.

Go to a holiday lighting event; take a drive to see neighborhood Christmas decorations; check out the holiday shopping windows; or buy and trim the tree together.

Go to the Nutcracker or a choir concert; participate in a sing-a-long Messiah; or attend a Christmas Eve service. Rent a holiday movie or watch a holiday TV special.

Visit old family friends or visit the neighborhoods of holidays past. Bring out the old photo albums; take lots of new pictures and print them up right away; or have a family photo with Santa.

Donate food or clothing to a food bank or homeless shelter. Make some special holiday treats or buy some already made.

Teach your parents to shop online or do anything, or everything, with grandchildren.

Koch concludes, "May your life be filled with no regrets; may you see the extraordinary in the ordinary; and may someone be there to brighten your world as you age."

Esther Koch is available for interview. For more info contact: Lorna Garano: lorna garano @ gmail. com or (510) 922-9765

ABOUT ESTHER KOCH & ENCORE MANAGEMENT
Esther Koch is a gerontologist and elder care advisor based in San Mateo, California. She is the founder and CEO of Encore Management, which provides advisory services and educational products (http://www. encoremgmt. com/encorelifemgmtseries. html) to assist Boomers with the range of issues associated with caring for an aging parent and their own aging. Koch is also a Medicare Aging Network Partner with the Administration on Aging and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid for the Medicare Prescription Drug Program. She was a delegate to the last White House Conference on Aging.

Koch received her graduate degree in gerontology from USC and is a member of the National Association of Professional Geriatric Care Managers, the Business Forum on Aging of the American Society on Aging and AARP. In addition to being a Stanford MBA, she is also a CPA and former Chief Financial Officer and PricewaterhouseCoopers tax professional. She left corporate America to pursue her passion for elder care advocacy. Since then she has helped clients navigate the physical, financial, and emotional challenges of aging. Her media interviews have appeared on TV, radio, and in print. Visit her at www. ENCOREmgmt. com.

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Ribbon Nutrition Announces Fund-Raising Program for Non-Profit Organizations

Ribbon Nutrition, a vitamin and supplement company created to help fund non-profit organizations, is announcing a new Affiliate Fund-Raising Program for non-profit organizations. The company donates 30% of the shopper's purchase from their on-line store to non-profits.

St. Petersburg, FL (PRWEB) October 9, 2006

Based on an understanding of the difficulties of non-profit fund-raising and the personal desire of the founders to make a difference in ending Breast Cancer, Ribbon Nutrition has created an Affiliate Fund-Raising Program (AFRP) as a means to help raise money for non-profit organizations and to educate and empower individuals in the fight against Breast Cancer.

The purpose of Ribbon Nutrition’s AFRP is to provide Breast Cancer, Cancer, Health, Women’s, and Environmentally-oriented non-profit organizations of all sizes the ability to raise additional funds without having to spend existing resources to do it. The program offers non-profit organizations the opportunity to directly raise money through a “click-through” link placed on their website. Each time a member clicks over to the Ribbon Nutrition website, their “click-through” is linked back to the non-profit organization. From there, Ribbon Nutrition will donate 30% of the shopper’s total purchase to non-profit organizations. The program is further supported by customized marketing support that the company creates for each individual organization. To view a sample, visit http://www. ribbonnutrition. com/ad/young (http://www. ribbonnutrition. com/ad/young).

Ribbon Nutrition’s AFRP has several other unique features. A pitfall of many affiliate programs is that they work the first time when a member “clicks-through,” but do not continue to raise money for the organization when members go back to the website for a subsequent purchase. To address this, Ribbon Nutrition created a system where shoppers cannot purchase Ribbon Nutrition products on their website without “clicking-through” a non-profit organization or choosing a non-profit organization that their purchase will benefit. The logos and websites of the participating non-profit organizations are displayed on the Ribbon Nutrition website for the shopper to choose from and can be viewed at http://www. ribbonnutrition. com/locate/locate. php (http://www. ribbonnutrition. com/locate/locate. php).

Ribbon Nutrition’s Affiliate Fund-Raising Program is also designed to offer more than just supplements. Each purchase from the site in October will also include a free subscription to the natural lifestyle magazine inPink as well as other educational materials on diet, nutrition, and other lifestyle factors that may help prevent Breast Cancer. Visitors to the website will also have the option to sign-up for Life Saving Email

(http://www. lifesavingemail. com (http://www. lifesavingemail. com)), a free Breast Self Exam Reminder System and Healthy Lifestyle e-Newsletter offered by Pink Penguin Press, a non-profit organization focused on education and empowerment. Participating non-profit organizations are invited to send educational information to Ribbon Nutrition for disbursement with orders from the Affiliate Program website.

For more information about Ribbon Nutrition, please call the founders directly: Stephen Hennessy at 404-441-6683 or Jim Powers at 941-779-5940. For more information about the Affiliate Fund-Raising Program, call 800-757-7212 ext 709. Visit Ribbon Nutrition on the web at www. ribbonnutrition. com.

About Ribbon Nutrition:

Founded in 2005 by Jim Powers and Stephen Hennessy, Ribbon Nutrition’s (www. ribbonnutrition. com) mission is to help fight Breast Cancer through a message of prevention, empowerment, and education. Ribbon Nutrition offers a complete selection of over forty vitamin, mineral, digestive, herbal, and specialty supplements for the whole family. All Ribbon Nutrition products are manufactured to the strictest quality standards and feature the highest quality ingredients available. Ribbon Nutrition also offers their products at health food stores nationwide where they donate up to 10% of the total revenue from the sale of the products to non-profit organizations who share their mission of ending Breast Cancer.

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Wednesday, May 17, 2006

Best in Kids Gifts: Grandkids Gift Guide Announces Holiday 2008 Superproduct Awards

GrandkidsGiftGuide. com, the leading website reviewing kids products with intergenerational value, announces its Holiday 2008 Superproduct Awards. This season the award is being presented to 15 manufacturers with exceptional products that make great kids gifts.

Boston, Massachusetts (PRWEB) November 12, 2008

Grandkids Gift Guide, the leading website reviewing kids products with intergenerational value, announces the recipients of its Holiday 2008 Superproduct Award. This award is presented to companies with products that have received the Grandkids Gift Guide editorial team's highest honors -- in terms of quality, and appeal to those who are both giving and receiving kids gifts. Below are descriptions of five of this season's fifteen award recipients. To read about all of the Superproduct Award winners, please visit Grandkids Gift Guide at http://www. grandkidsgiftguide. com (http://www. grandkidsgiftguide. com).

CARES Kids Fly Safe Airline Safety Harness was invented by a grandmother who wanted to make air travel safer for young children. Louise Stall's entrepreneurial journey ultimately led to a patent and partnership with AmSafe, manufacturer of most of today's airline seatbelts. After four years of development and safety testing, the FAA certified the CARES system as the first and only alternative to car seats allowed on planes. Unlike car seats, it weighs only one pound and fits in a carry-on bag. CARES is a great gift for grandparents to give to parents for their littlest grandchildren -- and if they don't live close by, it's an incentive for them to hop on a plane to come visit! Read Best in Kids Gifts Superproduct Review (http://grandkidsgiftguide. com/age/1-3-years-old/grandmother-invented-cares-kids-fly-safe-airline-child-safety-harness-is-lightweight-and-faa-approved/) of CARES - Kids Fly Safe.

Family Talk and Grandparent Talk, by Around the Table Games, are card decks with questions that spark conversations among family members and peers. The games include 100 question cards clipped together and small enough to bring anywhere where it's enjoyable to pass time or become lost in memorable conversation. Grandparent Talk is designed to help deepen intergenerational relationships among family members and keep family history alive. Questions range from: Did you have your own bedroom growing up? and Who was your favorite teacher and why? to Are you afraid of anything? and What do you think about kids today? Read Best in Kids Gifts Superproduct Review (http://grandkidsgiftguide. com/age/5-7-years-old/conversation-starters-for-all-ages-family-talk-grandparent-talk-card-deck-games/)

Peg Loom Weaving Kit for Beginners, by Harrisville Designs, is a child-friendly fiber arts kit. It includes a handheld hardwood loom with pegs to hold yarn in place, as well as a plastic needle, cotton warp string, and enough yarn to complete a project. Harrisville Designs is helping to preserve the textile heritage of its town, Harrisville, NH, where yarn has been spun since 1794. In an age where most children's toy and product manufacturers struggle to design something new, these weaving kits are helping to keep an ancient art current, making it available to an appreciative new generation. Read Best in Kids Gifts Superproduct Review (http://grandkidsgiftguide. com/age/5-7-years-old/child-friendly-peg-loom-weaving-kit-by-harrisville-designs/) of Harrisville Designs' Peg Loom Weaving Kit.

Three Cups, a new children's book by Mark St. Germain, retells the story of the three 'old coffee cups' a boy received from his parents for his fifth birthday… a present, his parents explained, that would 'take him on many adventures.' The boy's initial disappointment eventually leads to excitement over the meaning behind the three cups - one for saving, one for spending, and one to use towards a charity of his choice. The lessons in this beautifully illustrated book are simple and classic, and do not read as preachy. Instead, they make up an engaging story that will encourage children and families to easily put the principles into practice. Read Best in Kids Gifts Superproduct Review (http://grandkidsgiftguide. com/age/5-7-years-old/three-cheers-for-three-cups-a-childrens-book-about-saving-spending-being-charitable/) of Three Cups.

Top This! is a new mind-challenging game by Thinkfun, and like most of Thinkfun's brain teaser products, is just as appealing to parents and grandparents as it is to children. Developed for ages 8 and up, the object is to create the same overall shape using orange pieces of varying shapes stacked on top of blue pieces of varying shapes, or vice versa. Top This! borrows some basic concepts from classic tangrams, yet it has a complex personality all its own. 40 game cards ranging from beginner, to intermediate, to advanced and expert levels (serious head-scratching), show you the pieces of each color that you will need to complete each puzzle. Family members spanning the generations can tackle the puzzles on their own or help each other out! Read Best in Kids Gifts Superproduct Review (http://grandkidsgiftguide. com/age/8-11-years-old/hard-to-top-thinkfuns-top-this-brain-teaser-game-is-shape-pattern-matching-spacial-fun/)

"We're thrilled to honor companies with outstanding kids products, especially those that bring the generations together," says Deb Gold, founder and editor of Grandkids Gift Guide. "We evaluate hundreds of products each year, and share the best of them with grandparents and parents around the world. Each of this season's winners has provided us with products that have outstanding educational, entertainment, and intergenerational value."

For additional information about all of the Holiday 2008 Superproduct winners, visit Grandkids Gift Guide at http://www. grandkidsgiftguide. com (http://www. grandkidsgiftguide. com).

About Grandkids Gift Guide - Deb Gold founded Grandkids Gift Guide in 2007 to enhance connections between grandparents and grandchildren, and to simplify the search for quality kids gifts. A labor of love, Grandkidsgiftguide. com is a present in itself to grandparents, to help them find 'that special something' for their grandchildren.

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Tuesday, May 16, 2006

First Annual Gods and Goddesses Party a Huge Success

The first annual Gods and Goddesses Party, sponsored by Venus Jones and Studio 620, was held on Saturday, October 28th in St. Petersburg, Florida, at The Studio@620. Fitting with the Gods and Goddesses theme, guests were invited to wear togas. The event was a celebration for those looking for Halloween alternatives, as well as a celebration of the release of Venus Jones' new book, "She Rose."

Tampa, FL (PRWEB) November 5, 2006

The multi-talented, award-winning actress, poet, speaker and host, Venus Jones performed poems from her new book "She Rose, on journey from girl to Goddess." The evening began with the song "This little light of mine" in a fog-filled room and inspirational poetry followed as Patricia Dominowski played a harmonious harp. The phrase of the night was "Always Divine!"

Kathy Perry, founder of www. PeakPerformanceWomen. com, said, "I was delighted to be a part of this first annual Gods and Goddesses Party. But more than that, I was very moved by the inspiring performance by Venus as she shared poems from her new book, "She Rose", with us -- she doesn't just read poetry, her poetry comes alive when she performs!"

Guests sipped on wine and walked on petals while wearing togas and modern day fashions. They listened to new age music, toasted to life and progress. In addition, the guests were able to enjoy the Roby MacDougall art exhibit that was on display at The Studio@620. Prizes were awarded to the best toga costumes. And as a token of gratitude for their support of the launch of her new book, "She Rose," Venus Jones gave all of the guests a parting gift of inspirational stones and candles.

For more information about scheduling an interview with Venus Jones, please call 813.495.3605.

About Venus Jones:

Venus Jones is an award-winning speaker, writer and entertainer. As an accomplished actress, voice-over talent, model and former MTV correspondent, Venus has worked on blockbuster films like "The Punisher" and "Out of Time" and credits over 100 print ads and commercials to her name.

As a spoken word artist, she produced the poetry troupe Multiverse and shared the stage with Grammy-nominated poet Nikki Giovanni. A three-time Tampa Bay area slam winner, Venus has opened for Def Poetry on Broadway and served as the first resident poet on WMNF 88.5 FM.

Her poetry has been published in the UK's X magazine, Underground Poetz, Artists Embassy International and in Map of Austin Poetry. Her work has been featured at The Salvador Dali Museum, The Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center, The Improv, and poetry venues, conferences, schools and festivals across the country. Autographed copies of her work are available at www. venusjones. com.

About Studio 620:

With a vision and mission to provide a place in which artistic and educational programs are created that juxtapose the arts in innovative ways, and to bring people from diverse cultural backgrounds and experiences together as artists, audiences and volunteers, Studio 620 is all of that and more.

The Studio@620, a welcoming and nourishing place to be, was coined "The Center for Cool in Downtown St. Pete" by the St. Petersburg Times. Drawing on uniquely diverse audiences in which everyone seems to feel right at home, our programs are designed to appeal to people from all walks of life by blending various artists and art forms from around the world.

In constant transformation, the Studio alternates between a concert hall, an art gallery, a movie theatre, dance studio, live concert and performing stage, dialogue and dinner club, sometimes all at the same time. Collaboration, partnership, diversity and innovation create the Studio@620 experience daily. Learn more at: www. thestudioat620.com

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Monday, May 15, 2006

Bruce Harreld, SVP of IBM, and Bill McDermott, CEO of SAP America, to keynote Wharton Technology Conference 2004

Technology industry leaders, academics and professionals to present at the Wharton Technology Conference 2004 in Philadelphia, PA on February 27, 2004.

Philadelphia, PA (PRWEB) February 20, 2004 -

Â–The organizing committee of The Wharton Technology Conference 2004 today announced that the eighth annual Wharton Technology Conference will be held at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia, PA on Friday, February 27, 2004.

Over 500 industry leaders, academics and professionals will gather at WhartonÂ’s one day conference to discuss the recent signs of recovery in the technology sector, along with emerging trends and their implications for companies today. The three keynotes will be Bruce Harreld, Senior Vice President of Strategy at IBM, Bill McDermott, Chief Executive Officer of SAP USA, and Chris Asakiewicz, VP of Global Business Technology at Pfizer. Additionally, a featured moderator is Nicholas Carr, former editor of the Harvard Business Review and author of the highly controversial article, Â“IT DoesnÂ’t Matter.Â”

The Conference will also feature more than thirty senior executives who will share their experiences and insights through the following nine panels offered sessions: open source, offshore outsourcing, wireless, web services, storage, Internet search, tech entrepreneurship, tech venture capital, and creating value through IT.

Â“In this climate of uncertainty, we see not only new technological challenges but radical challenges to the way businesses will operate,Â” said Joe Goldberg, Conference co-Chairman. Â“The current climate demands not only technology innovation, but also innovation in business models and strategies. This year we have three thematic tracks that appeal to a broad range of business professionals Â– Emerging Technologies, Entrepreneurship and Business Innovation, and a third we call Â‘Hot Issues.Â’ WeÂ’re excited to be able to present an outstanding and diverse group of technology leaders at our conference.Â”

Among the panelists participating in the Wharton Technology Conference 2004:

Â• Ari Kaplan, CEO & CTO, ExpandBeyond; Shaygan Kheradpir, CIO, Verizon; Jim Goldinger, VP, TD Capital Ventures; Phillip Redman, Research VP, Gartner Inc.; to discuss Wireless.

Â• Balaji Padmanabhan (Moderator), Professor, The Wharton School; Jane Landon, General Manager, .NET Market Development, Microsoft; Dave Faschetti, Globespan; to discuss Webservices/.XML/.NET.

Â• Elliot Swan (Moderator), Managing Director, TD Capital Ventures; Brian Truskowski, General Manager of Storage Software, IBM; George Symons, CTO, LEGATO Software; Ric Calvillo, Founder and CEO, Incipient Inc.; Tom Edsall, CTO, Storage Technology Group, Cisco; to discuss Storage.

Â• Dan Primack (Moderator), Editor, Private Equity Week Wire; Anne Mitchell, Partner, Fidelity Ventures; Peter Bollier, SVP, 3i; to discuss Venture Capital.

Â• Nicolaj Siggelkow (Moderator), Assistant Professor of Management, The Wharton School; Matthew Carey, VP, Technology Information Systems Division, Wal-Mart; Dr. Chakib Bouhdary, VP, Value Engineering, SAP; Nicholas Carr, Independent Business Writer and Consultant; to discuss Creating Value through IT.

Â• Sanjoy Joshi, President, WiPro - North America; Peter Nag, VP of Outsourcing, Lehman Brothers; Peter Bendor Samuel, CEO, The Everest Group & author of "Turning Lead into Gold: The Demystification of OutsourcingÂ”; to discuss Offshore Outsourcing.

Sponsors of The Wharton Technology Conference include: Pfizer, The Mack Center for Technological Innovation, Siemens, Siebel, Sprint, and Microsoft.

Please refer to http://www. whartontechconference. com (http://www. whartontechconference. com) for a complete listing of the Conference speakers, for more information, and to register online.

About The Wharton School

The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania is recognized around the world for its academic strengths across every major discipline and at every level of business education. Founded in 1881 as the first collegiate business school in the nation, Wharton has approximately 4,600 undergraduate, MBA, and doctoral students, more than 8,000 participants in its executive education programs annually, and an alumni network of more than 75,000 worldwide.

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Saturday, May 13, 2006

GroupSmarts Launches MemoryMiner 1.0; New Desktop Application Links People, Places and Time

San Francisco (PRWEB) January 12, 2006

GroupSmarts has unveiled at Macworld San Francisco MemoryMiner, a new desktop application for Mac OS X (version 10.3 and higher) that enables users to link pictures, audio, video and other media to create meaningful and compelling digital stories. MemoryMiner's interface captures moments in place and time, creating delightful digital journeys through personal and family histories.

MemoryMiner makes it possible to:

-- Create (http://www. memoryminer. com/software/) -- Unlimited attachments of audio, video, documents, URLs and other annotations to any photo, turning records into multi-dimensional and limitless sensory narratives. Storyboards, documentaries, slideshows and scrapbooks that link people, places and time periods become powerful, transformative tools of exploration and rediscovery of one's personal history.

-- Link (http://www. memoryminer. com/about/) -- Visual search filters locate photos of individuals, groups of people and locations in seconds, while also allowing for the grouping and identification of specific life periods and events.

-- Explore -- Projection maps can be downloaded to plot and track the location of an individual at any given time in his or her personal history. Markers can then be plotted on a projection map, enabling users to explore the intersections of peoples' lives across the globe.

"We are excited to be launching MemoryMiner after more than a year of hard work and challenges," said John Fox, CEO of GroupSmarts. "Here is a technology that is paving the way toward a marketplace that's at once truly global yet intimately personal. MemoryMiner is enabling people to exchange media elements in entirely new and captivating ways, while furthering our goal of building the world's largest Digital People's History Network."

MemoryMiner works seamlessly with numerous desktop applications such as iMovie and iPhoto. The program will be available for download at www. memoryminer. com, with time-limited introductory price of $45.

About GroupSmarts

GroupSmarts is a privately held multi-media company based in San Francisco. Founded in December 2004 by John C. Fox, a pioneer in Digital Asset Management, GroupSmarts is changing and challenging the way people explore personal histories with the launch this month of MemoryMiner, a digital storytelling platform. GroupSmarts is also providing students and teachers with an interactive educational resource through a pilot program at select schools, and helping to build the world's largest People's Digital History Network. For more information, please visit www. memoryminer. com or at Macworld San Francisco 2006 Booth #113.

Contact:

Shanth Interactive (http://www. shanthinteractive. com)

Shital Mehta, 213-620-0101

PRWeb (http:///www. prweb. com) is the unofficial press release wire service for Macworld Conference & Expo in San Francisco. Wednesday, Jan. 11, 2006, is Macworld Day at PRWeb.

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Addiction Interventionist Comments on Whitney Houston's interview with Oprah

Professional Atlanta Addiction Interventionist cites proven advances in care for addiction and mental health problems as leading to positive long term outcomes. Celebrities such as Whitney Houston, Keith Urban, Melanie Griffith and more represent how expert guidance, such as employing a professional interventionist, can help families, friends and employers get their loved one healthy again.

Atlanta, GA (PRWEB) September 16, 2009

Familiar faces in the news, such as Whitney Houston on Oprah this week, speak candidly about the addiction interventions that saved their lives. Most Americans do not realize that substance abuse and mental health problems are chronic illnesses similar in many ways to diabetes, cancer, etc. In fact, the National Institute on Drug Addiction, NIDA, reports that when alcoholism and drug abuse are treated as long term, chronic illnesses, success rates are comparable to those realized with other chronic health problems. Like all chronic illnesses, long term continuity of care that is overseen by an expert in that specific illness is vital.

The earliest intervention of any chronic illness is always best. The longer an illness progresses the harder it is to reverse and heal. Unfortunately, many families believe the old stereotype that addicts have to "hit bottom" to get better. Yet according to NIDA research, treatment for addiction and mental health does not need to begin voluntarily to be effective. In fact, "The lower the bottom the harder it becomes to ever return to the surface" says Susan Rosovsky, Atlanta addiction interventionist. Anyone caught in the confusion of alcohol, drugs, prescriptions, and / or mental health problems are by definition incapable of making consistently healthy choices and require professional expertise to help get their minds healthy again. Working with a specialist will offer significant advantages that save families time, money, and emotional pain in the long run.

Celebrities are not the only ones with access the best in addiction and mental health treatment. Many families have spent enormous amounts of time and energy straightening out consequences and reacting to crisis after crisis resulting from their loved ones substance abuse, mental health and behavioral problems. What they don't know is why and how to find an expert that provides long term continuous guidance for the entire family. Yet no where is this more important than with substance abuse and mental health problems. Traditional psychiatry and counseling are most often not the answer. Research shows intervention to be successful 85% to 95% of the time. Truly successful outcomes for any serious illness require a variety of "interventions"- based on the latest research to include medicine, nutrition, education, relational support, etc. A professional interventionist will provide oversight and continuity to permanently raise the bottom of the entire family of those suffering from addiction and mental illness.

Susan Rosovsky LPC, CCADC, BRI, founder of ProActive Interventions, is one the countries rare, professionally licensed and trained interventionists, offering nationwide assistance for families in crisis. Her credentials represent extensive training, experience, and licensed governed ethics that are critical to helping navigate the maze of mental health and substance abuse treatment. More information is available by calling 678.662.1892 or online at www. ProActiveInterventions. com.

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New Massage Therapy Certificate Program Enables Students to Reach Career Goals and Enter Workforce Faster

New Program from Boulder College of Massage Therapy Offers Students Innovative Curriculum and Comprehensive Training in Only Nine Months

Boulder, CO (PRWEB) April 7, 2010

Recognizing that the current economic climate is forcing many potential students to make tough decisions about their education plans, the Boulder College of Massage Therapy (http://www. bcmt. org) (BCMT) has unveiled a new massage therapy certificate program that enables students to receive superior, comprehensive training and graduate as a certified massage therapist in only nine months. Upon completion of the required 760 hours of coursework, BCMT graduates have the ability to work part-time or full-time and can typically earn an average wage of $45 an hour (including tips) for all massage related work. (2010 AMTA Massage Therapy Industry Fact Sheet).

“Students tell us that they want to enter the workforce as quickly as possible, but not at the expense of quality education and training,” said Carol Brunelli, Director of Enrollment at BCMT. “We understand and admire that motivation, so in response designed this Massage Therapy Certificate Program to fit their educational and financial needs accordingly.”

BCMT’s full-time certificate program is based on an innovative curriculum that includes hands-on course work and learning in the following massage techniques: Zen Shiatsu, Swedish Therapeutic Massage, Normalization of Soft Tissue, Integrative Therapeutic Massage and Practitioner Skills for Special Populations & Conditions. Unlike other massage therapy programs, BCMT offers students a unique mix of personal and professional development courses and service learning opportunities in addition to their standard coursework. This inclusive training approach enables students to explore the complex issues related to building and growing therapeutic relationships while also enhancing their learning by engaging with local community groups.

In addition to BCMT’s Massage Therapy Certificate Program, BCMT also offers an Associate of Occupational Studies (AOS) Degree and Continuing Education that allow massage therapists to explore new areas, expand their techniques and gain specialized certifications.

For more information about the Boulder College of Massage Therapy, visit BCMT’s:
Facebook (http://www. facebook. com/home. php?#/pages/Boulder-CO/Boulder-College-of-Massage-Therapy/23914177863?ref=ts) LinkedIn (http://www. linkedin. com/groups? home=&gid=1825849&trk=anet_ug_hm&goback=%2Egdr_1247023908146_1) Twitter: (http://www. twitter. com/bcmt) @BCMT Website: www. bcmt. org Green Chi Blog: www. bcmt. org/blog (http://www. bcmt. org/blog)

About Boulder College of Massage Therapy
Founded in 1975, the Boulder College of Massage Therapy (BCMT) is an independent, not-for-profit massage therapy college offering an internationally recognized Massage Therapy Certificate Program, an Associate of Occupational Studies (AOS) Degree in Massage Therapy, advanced certificates and continuing education courses. More than 4000 graduates in fifty states and 31 different countries turned to BCMT to help them achieve their career goals. As a not-for-profit organization, BCMT believes in educating people on the therapeutic benefits of massage therapy and giving back to the community. As part of their training, BCMT students participate in service learning, providing thousands of hours of massage therapy services a year to individuals and organizations including the elderly, hospice and AIDS patients, breast cancer survivors, healthcare workers, rehabilitating animals, teachers, firefighters, and low-income individuals. In addition, BCMT’s student clinic offers more than 7,000 discounted massages every year. The Boulder College of Massage Therapy is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges a member of the American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA), and approved and regulated by the State of Colorado Department of Higher Education. Additional information on the college and its offerings can be viewed online at www. bcmt. org.

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