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Factory Direct Drapes™, a Custom Drapery and Curtain Manufacturer, Will be Planting Trees for Earth Day 2009 to Help Put an End to Global Warming

With the help of the Arbor Foundation, Factory Direct Drapes™ will support Green initiatives by planting a tree in American National Forests for every order over $200 between Earth Day and April 29. - April 22, 2009 - Factory Direct Drapes

Tripbase Secures $2 Million in Series A Financing

Cash injection for the award-winning travel website offering personalized vacation ideas and recommendations. - April 22, 2009 - Tripbase.com

New Type of Executive Luxury Car is Now Available

The new type of Executive Car is now available: Users can now have their private office inside their car, with desks installed, use the internet, work on their laptop, enjoy drinks from the bar, watch TV and DVD, communicate in pure comfort as if in their office. - April 22, 2009 - LimousinesWorld

ERP Expands Collaboration Partnership with The New SAP Bluebook Author Michael Doane, SAP Consultant of the Year Award Winner John Ziegler and Opensource ERP Guru

ERP.com update and news, come join network, read articles, write reviews get answers. - April 22, 2009 - Enterprise Resource Planning

MyBereavement.net - Social Grief, Loss & Bereavement Support Network

MyBereavement.net is a new social networking platform for those who have tried to lose a loved one, and want to connect with people who knows what you are going through. The site allows you to share your thoughts on bereavement, loss and the grief of losing someone close to you. - April 22, 2009 - MyBereavement.net

The Integral Enneagram Institute Becomes the Institute for Integral Enneagram Studies

The Integral Enneagram Institute has changed its name to the Institute for Integral Enneagram Studies, as it launches an expanded series of studies and courses with a unique approach. The name change will offer the general public a clearer and more differentiated brand in the crowded field of... - April 21, 2009 - Institute for Integral Enneagram Studies, Inc.

Solea Group Presents Virtouso Guitarist Stevan Pasero's Newest CD, "Jambossa"

Stevan Pasero is back. “Jambossa” is the much anticipated, newest release by guitarist Stevan Pasero. Noted for his flamboyant finger-stylings, arrangements & compositions, Stevan has sold over 10 million CDs worldwide and is recognized as "One of the greatest guitarists of all time." - KKHI, San Francisco, CA. The new album showcases this gifted artist's breathtaking technique and fluid musical skills that he has perfected over the past 25 years. - April 20, 2009 - SOLEA Group

Orange County Dealership Introduces Its Executive Demo CPO Program: Irvine BMW is Offering More Than 40 Former Executive-Demo BMW Vehicles to Choose from

Irvine BMW announces the introduction of its Executive Demo Certified Pre-Owned Program. Currently, the dealership has more than 40 high-quality, low-mileage 2008 and 2009 BMW models in stock. “These are lightly-driven, well-maintained former executive cars that are in great... - April 18, 2009 - Irvine BMW

Solve Debts Provided Advice for Eliminating and Reducing Credit Card Debt

Solve Debts, a debt settlement company headquartered in San Francisco, California, is offering advice for credit card consumers weathering the current credit crisis and offering tips on how to protect themselves during these tough economic times. They include: - Request an interest rate reduction. - April 16, 2009 - Solve Debts

Readybot Announces Cloud Robotics "Gamer Bot" Collaborative Control Software

To celebrate the RoboBusiness 2009 conference this week, Readybot releases details on their Cloud Robotics Collaborative Control system, nicknamed the "Gamer Bot" system because it allows human operators to use a video-game-like interface to control multiple teams of human-size 2-armed mobile work robots. Readybot believes this technology will be a key part of "the economy of the future" with broad application in manufacturing, alternative energy, home, healthcare, and defense. - April 16, 2009 - Readybot

Adrenaline Speeds Up the 3G and Edge Mobile Networks for Windows Mobile 6

Adrenaline speeds up your web for your mobile device while offering encryption and compression. - April 11, 2009 - Network Intercept

Solve Debts Lists Top 5 Factors That Affect a Credit Score

Helpful tips for Solve Debts in San Francisco, California give a better understanding of how credit ratings are calculated - April 11, 2009 - Solve Debts

Commercial REO Brokers Association - Dinner Meeting, Newport Beach, CA April 28,2009. Is the Commercial Real Estate Market About to Collapse?

The Commercial REO Brokers Association, (CREOBA) was formed to assist the Banks and Loan Servicers in selling their Foreclosed Commercial Properties. Ray McLaine, CREOBA President, pointed out that, “Last year 4.5 Billion Dollars in Commercial Real Estate was foreclosed by the banks. This year, that figure could reach $20 Billion with $200 Billion more to come in the next two years. - April 10, 2009 - Commercial REO Brokers Association

Gay Marriage and Immigration: the Next Frontier

Famed Immigration Attorney Paul M. Heller believes that yesterday's action by the District of Columbia portends good things for Gay couples mired in an immigration system that doesn't recognize their relationship. - April 10, 2009 - Heller Immigration Law Group, LLP

Italian Earthquake – Would an Early Warning Have Helped?

Academic-led, government-run earthquake early warning systems are still not ready for prime time. But QuakeGuard, from California's Seismic Warning Systems has been successfully protecting schools and fire stations in California for ten years. - April 09, 2009 - Seismic Warning Systems

Orange County Dealership Introduces the All-New 2009 BMW Z4, Classic Roadster Raises the Standard for Style and Performance

Irvine BMW is inviting all Southern California residents to come in and check out the all-new 2009 Z4. “The new Z4 is more powerful and stylish than ever before,” said Irvine BMW General Manager Steve Rudkin. “Driving with the top down offers the exhilarating experience of the... - April 09, 2009 - Irvine BMW

The Green Dictionary Premiere Pre-Release - in Time for Earth Day

The Green Dictionary is the premiere resource for helping you to “learn to speak green.” From A to Z, The Green Dictionary defines the many concepts and terms of the green movement and the growing green economy in quick and accessible language. With over 150 must know “green words,” The Green Dictionary is an invaluable addition to your library. - April 08, 2009 - EcoKnowledge

YapStone Announces New Senior Account Executive

YapStone, Inc., through its RentPayment™ and VacationRentPayment™ divisions, is the Country’s largest payment processor to the property market, focusing primarily on apartments, student housing, homeowner associations and other property-related markets. - April 06, 2009 - Yapstone, Inc.

Brosix Enterprise Messaging Wins, Places in Best IM Client Competition

About.com recently announced the results of their 2009 Best IM Client Competition which generated thousands of nominations and votes. Brosix Enterprise Messaging was a surprise victor in two categories and placed in the top three in three other categories. Brosix was going up against companies such as Microsoft, Google, and Yahoo. - April 02, 2009 - Brosix, Inc

EcoSignWorks to Now Provide Earth Friendly, Biodegradable Signs for Both Indoor and Outdoor Branding Needs in Contra Costa County and the Greater Bay Area

EcoSignWorks (www.ecosignworks.com), a leading provider of signs in the Bay Area for the last 30 years, today announces they are adding environmentally responsible options to their product offerings. Some signs are made from recycled or biodegradable material. EcoSignWorks is the first in Contra Costa County to offer environmentally responsible sign branding solutions for both indoor and outdoor signage needs. It will soon be the first Green Certified sign business in Contra Costa County. - April 02, 2009 - EcoSignWorks

Take a Vacation to Ireland This Year and Receive a Tax Deduction

If you are going to take a vacation in 2009, then why not receive a tax deduction at the same time? or the same price or even less than that of a conventional walking, cycling or just a relaxing vacation you can experience Ireland at its best and receive a tax deduction on your 2009 taxes. You can even get in a little exercise if you are so inclined. - March 31, 2009 - For A Cause

California Tow Truck Association Announces 2009 State Officers Elected

The California Tow Truck Association is pleased to announce the following individuals were elected to serve as Officers of the Association during the CTTA Board of Directors meeting held in Sacramento, CA in February 2009. Elected to serve as the Association President James Kruger, Expertow, Inc.,... - March 24, 2009 - California Tow Truck Association

New Head Lice Detection Research Validates Service Provided by Leading Lice Removal Salon

German research study concluded that wet combing is more accurate than a visual inspection for discovering an active case of head lice. Hair Fairies has utilized wet hair screenings as part of their unique Nit-Zapping™ process for removing head lice for 10 years. - March 24, 2009 - Hair Fairies

Cate West - The Vanishing Files™ Appearing on the Nintendo Wii™

Gamenauts, Inc. is proud to announce the upcoming release of the enhanced version of its hit game, Cate West - The Vanishing Files™, on the Nintendo Wii™ based on a new partnership with Destineer and Magellan Interactive. Released on the PC gaming portals in 2008, Cate West has become... - March 21, 2009 - Gamenauts, Inc.

Cybersoft Selects Technology Partner for Title Insurance Outsourcing Market

Business Process Outsourcing Company Uses CentRealTech's One Click System for Title Production Process. - March 18, 2009 - Cybersoft, Inc.

Dream Village Launches Saved by the Well; US Kids Participate in World Water Week

Dream Village launches March 20, 2009 as a kick-off to World Water Week (March 22-28). Their first book, Saved by the Well, discusses the global water crisis in a way that is accessible, entertaining, and inspiring for any child. One need only speak to the teachers, scout leaders, and community... - March 18, 2009 - Dream Village

In The Economic Downturn, Working Parents Look For Affordable, Quality Childcare Options

Leading au pair agency launches a promotion to help families burdened with finding affordable childcare. AuPairCare introduces families to a live-in childcare solution that doesn't immediately come to mind for many U.S. families and is much more affordable than daycare or other live-in nanny options. - March 17, 2009 - Intrax Cultural Exchange

Susan G. Komen San Francisco Partners with Grass-Roots Community Event Bake for Hope

The Bake for Hope project is hosting the first ever coordinated nation-wide bake-a-thon. Bake sales will run in cities across the country for one week in support of the cure for breast cancer. The event happens May 3rd – 9th, one week Mother's Day to honor mothers and women everywhere. 100% of the bake sale proceeds will go to local Susan G. Komen for the Cure affiliates. Volunteers can sign up as bakers and organizers and businesses can host sales at their locations, and anyone can attend. - March 14, 2009 - Cause Good

Eight Legged Media Sends Less Emails More Effectively with StreamSend

The StreamSend Email Marketing Service played a critical role in helping Eight Legged Media significantly improve the profitability of their email marketing campaigns. - March 13, 2009 - EZ Publishing

Bay Area Schools and Fire Stations Ill-Prepared for Large Earthquake Says Seismic Warning Systems

Seismic Warning Systems, the leading provider of earthquake early warning systems, says that despite dire forecasts from the US Geological Survey, the San Francisco Bay Area remains ill-prepared for a large earthquake. The USGS has estimated that a quake of intensity M6.8 or greater is likely to... - March 11, 2009 - Seismic Warning Systems

Earth's Sweet Pleasures Fudge Voted in the Top 5 by Mother Earth News

In the article "Chocolate! The Best of the Best of Organic, Fair Trade Chocolates," published Feb. 26, 2009, Earth's Sweet Pleasures Rich Rainforest Dark Gourmet Fudge Bar ranked in the Top 5. - March 04, 2009 - Earth's Sweet Pleasures

San Francisco Singles Party, Golden Gate Yacht Club

Romantic Night, 1 Yacht Rd., San Francisco, CA 94123, March 21, 2009, 8pm, Advance Tickets at www.ProGuildSocial.com, Cover at the door $25; Advance tickets, $15 - March 02, 2009 - Professionals Guild

Server-Free Collaborative Content Management Solution for Every Desktop, Workgroup and Project Team

Content Circles, a leading provider of distributed content management and collaboration solutions, today announced the availability of Content Circles 1.0, a new solution that provides a secure, easy to use desktop application for distributed and mobile teams to collaboratively create, share, and manage documents within and among companies on a worldwide basis. Amazingly simple to set up and use, Content Circles needs no IT support and instantly enables teams to begin collaborating on documents. - February 24, 2009 - Content Circles

LawProspector Now Featured on Salesforce.com's Customer Showcase

Law Firms and Litigation Support Firms Quickly Increase Sales Using LawProspector - February 23, 2009 - LawProspector, LLC

The Great Rock & Roll Kindle - Free Speech Has a Revival Through Eternal Youth Empire

Thanks to IT Companies like Supremus Group, independent writers and publishers can now easily and economically make their publications available on Kindle. Even dead rock stars like Kurt Cobain are being resurrected on this revolutionary device. - February 20, 2009 - Eternal Youth Empire

Ophthalmic Instruments Inc. Becomes Authorized Topcon Dealer in California

Ophthalmic Instruments Inc (www.oii-ca.com) has announced that the company, which has been the leading ophthalmic distributor in California for more than 30 years, recently became and authorized distributor of Topcon, a world-renowned ophthalmic manufacturer. - February 18, 2009 - Ophthalmic Instruments, Inc.

Online Resources, Like GirlfriendCircles.com, Are Introducing Bay Area Women to Potential Friends

Most women have a desire to expand their circle of friends but don't know where to meet potential girlfriends or how to foster those relationships. Life Coach and Founder of GirlFriendCircles.com provides three steps to help women identify the friends they need and how to pursue building those new relationships using online tools to develop offline friendships. - February 17, 2009 - GirlFriendCircles, LLC

Rowena Macaraeg Named President of RipBang Studios

RipBang Founding Partner Rowena Macaraeg will oversee quality control as the firm’s work becomes increasingly focused on experiential branding and environmental graphics. - February 13, 2009 - RipBang Studios

Top Disability Law Firm Addresses Importance of Follow-Through with Social Security Administration's Strategic Plan

This month, Disability Group, Inc. released an article by attorney Jason Cook, explaining the Social Security Administration's newly released Strategic Plan. Last month, the Social Security Administration released its strategic plan for the next five years. Among other things, this plan has set a... - February 13, 2009 - Disability Group, Inc.

Confessions of a Smart Shopaholic

Price!pinx (www.PricePinx.com), an online social shopping service, launched the Smart Shopper initiative to collect shopping and money savings tips from shoppers. All tips collected will be featured on Price!pinx and also published on a popular social-blogging site. - February 13, 2009 - Price!pinx

Kids on Broadway Holds Super Bowl Pledge Drive to Fund Acting Scholarships

Help needy children from ages 7-18 in the theatre arts pay their tuition for annual musical productions. - February 06, 2009 - Kids On Broadway

GetSolar Announces New Website and Fed ITC Tax Credit Info for Consumers

This press release introduces customers to GetSolar's new look and highlights the very significant enhancements to US solar incentive policy. - February 05, 2009 - GetSolar

San Diego Entrepreneur Segways, Cycles, & Walks 500 Miles for Charity During Green Product Launch

SalesImpaq.com to provide free CRM desktop software with integrated business intelligence providing immediate access to 27 million accounts and 36 million contacts through agreements with Hoover’s Inc. for leads, PoliteMail for eMail marketing campaigns, and Mikogo (Me-ko-go) for free web meetings. - February 04, 2009 - SalesImpaq Inc.

Chloe Sunglasses Now Available at Eyegoodies.com

With Chloe’s extensive celebrity following, Chloe sunglasses have been showing up all over Hollywood. Many stores already have a huge backordered waiting list for many of the sunglass models. The entire new Chloe sunglasses line is now available at EyeGoodies.com. - January 31, 2009 - EyeGoodies.com

Pacific Resort Aitutaki Kicks Off 2009 with More Top Awards

Pacific Resort Aitutaki has been chosen as a Best Luxury Hotel in the World & Best Luxury Hotel in the South Pacific by TripAdvisor® in its 2009 Travelers’ Choice awards. Now in its seventh year, the TripAdvisors Travelers’ Choice awards honour the world’s best hotels,... - January 30, 2009 - Pacific Resort Hotel Group - Cook Islands

Raymond Vineyards Partners with Asian Art Museum

Raymond Vineyards is pleased to announce their new partnership with the Asian Art Museum in San Francisco, CA. Raymond is the official wine sponsor for the Museum’s private donor lounge, The Peterson Room, and their Napa Valley Reserve Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon will be poured at the... - January 30, 2009 - Raymond Vineyards