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City Crickets LLC Establishes Charitable Donations Program
City Crickets, a gift giving web site, has established a new charitable donations program. Every time a consumer purchases a gift on their site they will donate a portion of the proceed to a charity of the consumer’s choosing. - November 14, 2007 - City Crickets LLC
Combat Micro Helicopters Launched Into the UK Market
Following last year’s phenomenal success of the Micro Helicopter, the Rotor Blaze combat system takes micro helicopters to a whole new level. Each micro helicopter now comes with an infrared gun and receiver so your opponents can quite literally shoot you out of the sky. A direct hit cuts out the engine of your opponent for 1 second seeing them crash to the ground. Supporting three simulations flying helicopters, the RotorBlaze micro helicopters are supplied in a twin and single pack. - November 10, 2007 - Coolest Stuff
Cyber Monday 2007 – Finding the Bling That’s Your Thing
AllAmericanBling.com announces an entire department devoted to Cyber Monday Specials on the internet’s busy shopping day. - November 10, 2007 - AllAmericanBling.com
Saga Gets Ready for Beta 2
Saga, a new Massive-Multiplayer Online Real-Time Strategy (MMORTS) game from Silverlode Interactive closes servers in preparation for final beta phase. - November 09, 2007 - Silverlode Interactive
Sixteen Wins Prestigious NAPPA Honors
Sixteen, a new card game published by Alpine Games, has added another award to its portfolio. Sixteen is now one of the most decorated new games on the market. - November 05, 2007 - Alpine Games, LLC
Opening of New Online e-Tailer Provides Fun Affordable Luxury Without Sacrificing Customer Service
In keeping with the tradition of taking more and more businesses on line, City Crickets has established its online presence – http://www.citycrickets.com. ‘City Crickets’ is a vibrant new ecommerce site that plans to be a mainstay in the World Wide Web by addressing the need of providing fun, affordable, luxury gifts and by providing an exceptionally high level of customer service. - November 01, 2007 - City Crickets LLC
Clothing at the Speed of Bling: It’s Becoming Easier and Faster to Purchase Clothing on Line – So Americans Are Doing so at a Record Pace
In response to the demand for well organized clothing web stores, AllAmericanBling.com has redesigned their Apparel Department and christened it as "Bling Clothing." - October 29, 2007 - AllAmericanBling.com
CuteCritterz.com Launches Into Marketplace as the Online Destination for Retired and New Release Webkinz
Webkinz Craze Not Slowing Down, Values Still Skyrocketing - October 26, 2007 - CuteCritterz.com
A Must-Have: Mastercraft’s New Model Planes
Guaranteed savings await hobbyists and collectors as Mastercraft Collection’s new Biggest Model Airplanes, New Affordable Model Ships and Macho Tanks is set to be launched this fall. With a line of affordable collectibles as part of the New Collectors Series, Mastercraft also offers... - October 24, 2007 - Mastercraft Collection, LLC
Wild Heart Ranch's "No More Night Mares" Plush Light Up Horses Receive Positive Consumer Response with Australian Specialty Retailer
Australia's love of horses bodes well for Wild Heart's line of magical plush horses and books based on legend about mythical wild horses. - October 23, 2007 - Wild Heart Ranch, Inc.
The New Cargo Pants Department at AllAmericanBling.com Makes it Easier for Consumers to Find Pants Capable of Carrying the Gear of the Busy American Lifestyle
iPhones. Razr Phones. iPods. Digital cameras. MP3 players. The average American carries more and more electronics with them. Not to mention the wallet, keys, and everything else a busy modern American carries beyond their electronic bling. How do consumers carry all of their cargo with them? More... - October 23, 2007 - AllAmericanBling.com
"The View's" Elisabeth Hasselbeck Chooses a BabyCrazy Product to Highlight for Her on Air Baby Shower
Elisabeth Hasselbeck of ABC’s “The View” has selected BabyCrazy’s Diaper Bag Organizer Pouches as a “must have” product for busy moms. Elisabeth will be receiving the product during her baby shower on the popular daytime show on Tuesday, October 23. - October 19, 2007 - BabyCrazy
WildHeartRanch.com Can Help Santa Deliver Toys and Books Themed on Endangered Animal Species
Online Visitors Can View Three Dimensional Images of Plush Light Up Horses, Seahorses, Camels and Children’s Books in Product Showcase - October 08, 2007 - Wild Heart Ranch, Inc.
Bling Hoodies: AllAmericanBling.com Has an Easy to Use New Hoody Department
AllAmericanBling.com's new hoody department is broken down into a variety of categories, making it easy for consumers to find the right hoody for their needs. - October 08, 2007 - AllAmericanBling.com
Students Teach Sustainability Through Comics
A group of university students have developed Enviromanya, a science kit for kids that addresses current environmental problems and its biotechnology solutions. YAXPERT, a Young Achievement Australia (YAA) Biotechnology Entrepreneur Program (BEP) company was formed in May 2007. The aim of BEP is... - October 07, 2007 - YAXPERT
Blue Bucket Games Captures Another Award with Its Innovative Game Healthy Habits
Blue Bucket Games, LLC has been named one of the winners of the 2008 Teachers’ ChoiceSM Award for the Classroom from Learning® Magazine for its Healthy Habits Game. - October 05, 2007 - Blue Bucket Games
Juvie Celebrates Anniversary with Cupcakes and 20% Off
Juvie, the store for tweens, is turning one in October and celebrating with a weekend 20% off sale in the store and online at www.juvieshop.com. - October 01, 2007 - Juvie LLC
Toddler Out of Control? Kidaddles Releases New DVD Line to Help Parents
Learning to share can be hard for toddlers. Learning to have self-control can be harder. It is common for toddlers and preschoolers to exhibit bad behavior in the form of hitting, yelling, screaming and having tantrums. Sharing is also a common hardship for young children. Children of this age need to be reminded endlessly about these topics. - September 30, 2007 - Kidaddles
TrackJump Package Tracking URL Service
TrackJump is a new service built by Erik Aronesty which allows users to create shortened tracking URL's suitable for embedding in emails or web pages. - September 29, 2007 - Moon Costumes
Two Blue Peas Enters the Blogoshpere Full Throttle
Twobluepeas.com Co-founders Reach Out to Customers on a More Personal Level Through ‘Two Peas and a Blog’ - September 29, 2007 - Two Blue Peas
Safety Brainiac Wins Gold - NAPPA’s Highest Award
Kicking off the Fall Season with the National Parenting Publications Awards (NAPPA) Gold Award takes the total number of Toy Awards for this great family board game to six. Helping children learn how to stay safe has never been so much fun or so easy. - September 25, 2007 - Brainiac Games Inc.
Kubit2me Games Bring Back Face-to-Face Interactive Fun
Introducing innovative new product line featuring Kubit2me: The Ultimate "Toss it to me" Game. New Kubit2me line of games provides unique form of entertainment by encouraging social interaction with a physical twist and face-to-face communication. - September 21, 2007 - Kubit2me, Inc.
Enjoy the Smell, Taste and Fun of Fall with Easy Apple Crisp Mix
The Skipping Stone offers unique fall dessert gift set - September 21, 2007 - The Skipping Stone
New iPods: The iPod Reviews Page at AllAmericanBling.com is Now Updated, Redesigned, and Honest
With the release of the new Apple iPod Touch, Nano, Shuffle, and the updating of the iPod Classics, AllAmericanBling.com has updated their iPod Reviews page to make it easier for consumers to find the right iPod for their needs. “The mission of our web site is to keep consumers up with... - September 19, 2007 - AllAmericanBling.com
Only Two Weeks Left in the Mompreneur of the Year Contest
Baby Planet Boutique is entered to win the $18,000 Grand Prize. - September 05, 2007 - Baby Planet Boutique
Moon Costumes Has Expanded Its Line of Anime Character Costumes to Include Sixteen Children's Styles in Two Sizes
Moon Costumes has expanded it's line of Anime character costumes to include sixteen children's styles in two sizes. This is the first time a full selection of children's cosplay styles are being mass produced and distributed in the US. This year's limited release of children's costumes are... - September 01, 2007 - Moon Costumes
AllAmericanBling.com Announces a New Section of Their Web Site Devoted Exlusively to iPhone Bling
“Nothing defines bling more precisely than the Apple iPhone.” says the headline on AllAmericanBling.com’s new iPhone page. So it is only natural that web sites like AllAmericanBling.com are now offering iPhone bling. “We have what the market place demands,” said Jeff... - September 01, 2007 - AllAmericanBling.com
"Spirit of Arkansas" Student Art Contest at The Education Station
The Education Station, Northwest Arkansas's teacher store, will publish reproducible Arkansas History units for grades kindergarten through 6th this fall. The covers will use student artwork. The Education Station is conducting a contest for schoolchildren in the area. The winning design(s) will be used on the book covers, and the winner's classroom will receive a $25 gift certificate to The Education Station. - August 26, 2007 - The Education Station
Alpine Games Launches Award-Winning Card Game, Sixteen®
Game publisher Alpine Games has turned heads with Sixteen, its first entry in the game market. Introduced in July, the custom card game has already won three industry awards. Sixteen is recommended for ages 8 and older, and is packaged with easy instructions for two players. Additionally,... - August 25, 2007 - Alpine Games, LLC
Two Blue Peas Supports Mompreneurs and Fair Trade
Online Baby Boutique twobluepeas.com Adds Handmade Goods from Work-At-Home Moms in the U.S. and Around the World - August 15, 2007 - Two Blue Peas
Discovery Toys to Benefit Children with Autism
Company’s toys engage and stimulate learning in children with Autism. - August 12, 2007 - Christie Jarvis Discovery Toys
BIGshop Launches Australia's First Universal Shopping Cart Making Online Shopping Easier
In a bold move, BIGshop.com.au has released new universal shopping cart software that is set to rival online comparison shopping engines and online marketplaces in Australia. - August 08, 2007 - BIGshop
This RSS Feed Will Add Some Bling to a Personal Homepage or Website, Literally
AllAmericanBling.com announces the new RSS Shopping Feed "The Bling of the Day." - July 26, 2007 - AllAmericanBling.com
VideoGameCentral to Aid Video Game Distribution
VGC offers potential start-up video game companies a wholesale solution. - July 25, 2007 - VideoGameCentral.com
Martini Enthusiasts, Partygoers and Gift-Givers Will All Have Fun Enjoying Hand-Painted Martini Glasses Available from The Skipping Stone
The Skipping Stone’s unique martini glasses are detailed in elegant hand-painted designs and themes, making no two glasses exactly alike. Each glass comes with the recipe of the featured martini located on the bottom of the glass. With this convenient feature you'll never forget how to make the perfect cocktail. - July 20, 2007 - The Skipping Stone
Just4Play, a New Interactive DVD Game, Gets Positive Response
Couples interactive trivia game displayed at Erotica LA Expo, received positive responses from attendees and vendors who played it. - July 17, 2007 - HolmesFE LLC
Perfect Day Experiences Provides Gift Giving Solution for Those Searching for the Perfect Gift
Perfect Day Experiences, a gift company that packages experiences as gifts, has just launched its new collection of inspirational gift ideas for every occasion. Whether buying for a loved one, friend, colleague or even self-indulgence, Perfect Day Experiences has an impressive range of gifts that... - July 13, 2007 - Perfect Day Experiences
Safety Brainiac is at it Again... More Awards
This great family board game wins 3 more awards to end the spring season. Company is hopeful consumers and retailers start to take notice of the game that is destined to become a family favorite and classic for years to come. - July 11, 2007 - Brainiac Games Inc.
Education Station's Summer Teacher Workshops Scheduled
The Education Station, Northwest Arkansas's teacher store, has scheduled teacher workshops on a variety of subjects for summer 2007. - July 09, 2007 - The Education Station
Moon Costumes Adds Unique Line of Costume Weaponry
Moon Costumes, a prominent Halloween costume retailer, has added a line of over 80 unique costume and specialty weapons ranging from metal medieval & samurai swords to wooden Cosplay weapon replicas. - July 03, 2007 - Moon Costumes
VideoGameCentral to Offer Digital Downloads
VideoGameCentral offering Direct to Drive Services Q4 of 07. - June 29, 2007 - VideoGameCentral.com
Educational Fair 2007
The Education Station's Annual Educational Fair will take place on Wednesday, July 18th, 2007, at the Springdale store. - June 25, 2007 - The Education Station
Finding the Best Unlocked Razr Phone
AllAmericanBling.com's sharp Top 10 List makes it easy for consumers to find the best offers on unlocked cell phones. - June 06, 2007 - AllAmericanBling.com
Give the Most Talked About Baby Shower Gifts from The Skipping Stone (www.theskippingstone.com)
The Skipping Stone (www.skippingstone.com) launches new line of unique baby and children's gifts. - June 01, 2007 - The Skipping Stone
AllAmericanBling.com's New RSS Feed "The Top 10 Bling of the Week" is a Window on What Americans Think is Cool
This is more than a Top 10 List. This RSS feed is a reflection of our bling American lifestyle. - May 30, 2007 - AllAmericanBling.com
A Penny for Your Razr Phone Thoughts
The Razr Phone is to the cell phone what the iPod is to the mp3 player: Hot Bling. - May 23, 2007 - AllAmericanBling.com
Stuff a Zoo - Helps Build Lasting Memories in a Time of Sorrow Through the Use of Recordable Sound Chips to be Placed in Stuffable Animals
When a loved one is dying, it is a time of sorrow and grief, but Stuff a Zoo is helping create lasting memories for family members through the use of recordable sound chips and stuffable bears. - May 19, 2007 - Stuff a Zoo
Slumber Party Magic - The Sleep Fairy's New Guided Relaxation CD for Kids
Parents, you asked for it, you got it. - May 18, 2007 - EI Kids, Inc
Safety Brainiac – Junior Edition Honored with Coveted Toy Award
Receiving praise and earning awards from independent toy evaluators and organizations can give the little company a fighting chance to grow and prosper in the Toy Industry. Safety Brainiac – Junior Edition is starting to put up a fight by receiving it’s first toy award, the Dr. Toy Best Product Winner for Spring 2007. - May 16, 2007 - Brainiac Games Inc.
Stage-fright.com Launches New Site and New Novelty Product Line
www.stage-fright.com, an online retailer of sexy Halloween costumes, movie posters, movie t-shirts and fun gifts, recently launched a brand new, more user friendly website and novelty product line. The new product line, includes many new fun items including pirate flags, band-aids, and bath decor,... - May 12, 2007 - Stage-Fright.com