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Folsom Fitness Expert Val Fujii Shares Tips to Help You Stay Healthy This Flu Season
Val Fujii, a Folsom personal trainer and fitness expert, shares some tips that will help your body stay strong and healthy this flu season. - November 13, 2009 - Superwomen Boot Camp
Mobile Monday (MoMo) Chicago Announces November Event on Designing Branded Mobile Marketing Experiences
Mobile Monday (MoMo) Chicago, a community of mobile professionals that promotes the mobile industry and fosters cooperation and networking, today announced that its November event at the ITA’s TechNexus will educate attendees about how to design branded mobile marketing apps. Who: Luigi... - November 13, 2009 - Mobile Monday - Chicago
PawsPlus™ Completes Acquisition of Animal Health Associates in All Stock Transaction
PawsPlus™ finalizes acquisition of Animal Health Associates, Inc. in an all-stock deal. Animal Health and another PawsPlus subsidiary, VETCO Hospitals, Inc., operate low-cost dog and cat vaccination clinics in pet stores throughout the country. PawsPlus attracts a wide range of clients in tough economic times as consumers look for ways to save money while receiving quality veterinary care. Both VETCO and Animal Health offer consumers a fresh approach to the traditional pet hospital model. - November 13, 2009 - PawsPlus, Inc.
Creative Lodging Solutions Launches Reporting for Extended Stay Lodging Strategies
Creative Lodging Solutions (http://www.yourcls.com) launches a new statistics reporting department designed to provide clients with invaluable money and time saving opportunities for corporate extended stay lodging strategies. - November 13, 2009 - Creative Lodging Solutions
Television and Film Star Steven Bauer and Renowned Artist Barry Gross Are Featured Artists for the Culture Network’s "Art for Autism" Event
Autism Society of America and the Center for Autism Related Disabilities will receive proceeds from The Culture Network’s Art for Autism event. - November 13, 2009 - The Culture Network
Over 4,000 Additional Riders Join the Central Avenue Looper Shuttle Service in Saint Petersburg
Bay to Bay Transportation Manages New Central Avenue Shuttle Route in Saint Petersburg Florida - November 13, 2009 - Seven One Seven Parking Enterprises
Caledon Business, Reinhart Trailers, Wins Industry Awards
Reinhart Trailers has received four awards in Ontario by top names in the trailer manufacturing industry. Hyhills Trailers and Aluma Trailers have both recognized Reinhart Trailers, a veteran Caledon, Ontario dealer of utility and recreational trailers as the #1 Trailer Dealer in North America. - November 13, 2009 - Reinhart Trailers
Canton Area Churches Trade Worship Space in Building Swap; Faith Bible Church and Cross Pointe Church Swap Spaces
Amidst a slumping economy, two Canton congregations, Faith Bible Church and Cross Pointe Church, have agreed to trade worship spaces in what Faith Bible Pastor-Teacher Ray Russ calls a “win-win situation.” Faith Bible Church, currently located at 5715 Market Ave N, will relocate to... - November 12, 2009 - Faith Bible Church
Mimbeo.com Reaches 1,000 Vacation Rental Listings in Its First Month
Vacation rental owners and managers rush to take advantage of Mimbeo.com's free advertising platform. - November 12, 2009 - Mimbeo
ISAR's Model Statute Regulating Dog Breeding, Facilitation and Sales
ISAR's Model Statute's imposition of tough regulations on breeders, facilitators and commercial retail sales outlets is unapologetically draconian. It is the intention and goal of ISAR, because only in this manner can the dog-trade's participants' appalling, and often illegal, conduct be regulated out of existence once and for all. - November 12, 2009 - International Society for Animal Rights
Le Méridien Malta Appointed New Wedding Champion
Ms. Sarah Louise Nunn was appointed “Wedding Champion” of Le Méridien St Julians Hotel & Spa in Malta. She speaks about her achievements and the necessity of her role, to exploit Le Méridien's possibilities as a Wedding Venue Provider. - November 12, 2009 - Le Meridien St Julians Hotel & Spa
Blvd Suites Corporate Housing Director of Sales Shelly Bishop Named to Detroit Regional Relocation Council Board of Directors
Shelly Bishop, director of Sales for Michigan-based furnished housing provider Blvd Suites, has been named to a one-year term on the Detroit Regional Relocation Council's Board of Directors. - November 12, 2009 - Blvd Suites Corporate Housing
Most Companies Have Yet to Master Strategic Workforce Planning
New i4cp study finds 70% of companies have workforce planning strategies, but rating effectiveness and future forecasts lags behind. - November 12, 2009 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
ACCA Speaks Up on the Lack of Public Trust in Business and Public Sectors
Should there be a common approach to business and private sector governance through accounting? - November 12, 2009 - ACCA
AIA Huron Valley Announces 2009 Honor Awards Recipients
Ann Arbor firms Lord Aeck & Sargent, Inc., David Milling Architects, Hobbs+Black Associates, Inc. Quinn Evans Architects and Cornerstone Design Inc. among those recognized. - November 12, 2009 - American Institute of Architects Huron Valley
Brittany's 2nd Annual Angel Gala Set for November 22, 2009
Brittany’s Battle, Inc. will host their 2nd Annual Angel Gala. The event is an annual fundraiser for the NC non-profit whose mission is to support families battling cancer. They also raise money for lung cancer research. - November 12, 2009 - Brittany's Battle, Inc.
Remodeling for a Better Life
NARI remodeler designs a bath for a special needs child. - November 12, 2009 - National Association of the Remodeling Industry
Three Pet Food Banks Combine Efforts to Hold National Pet Food Dive
Northland Pet Pantry, Central Florida Animal Pantry, and Pikes Peak Pet Pantry team up to hold the first Pet Pantry Partners’ “Furr-ever Home” National Pet Food Drive to bring awareness to the importance of helping people keep their pets during tough times. - November 12, 2009 - Pikes Peak Pet Pantry, Inc.
Enable America Congratulates Gerdau Ameristeel
November is Disabled Veterans Employment Mentoring Month. Enable America builds bridges between people with disabilities and organizations to improve employment opportunities. - November 12, 2009 - Enable America
Radisson LAX to Participate in 12th Annual National Recycling Campaign
Guests and employees of Radisson LAX Hotel are encouraged to take the pledge to recycle more on America Recycles Day. - November 12, 2009 - Radisson Hotel at Los Angeles Airport
Age Fotostock, ChromaZone Flowers, easyFotostock, ImageDJ and IMAGEMORE are Now in PhotoAsia
PhotoAsia.com.my provides high quality Rights-Managed and Royalty-Free Asian stock photography to advertising, design and public relations agencies, events management and publishers worldwide. - November 12, 2009 - PhotoAsia Picture Library
VQ ActionCare Honors American Diabetes Month with Free Resistance Chair® Giveaway
Patented, At-Home Cable Exercise System Designed to Stave Off Effects of Chronic Conditions, Including Diabetes, Arthritis and Obesity. - November 12, 2009 - VQ ActionCare, LLC
Weber’s Boutique Hotel and Restaurant Announces Photo Fan Contest on Facebook with a Grand Prize Poolside Café Suite
Ann Arbor-based Weber’s Boutique Hotel and Restaurant announces Good Times at Weber’s Photo Contest on its Facebook Fan Page. Weber’s worldwide clientele are uploading pictures of memorable moments at Weber’s for a chance to win a free night’s stay in Weber’s Poolside Café Suite and a $50 credit at Weber's award-winning Restaurant. - November 12, 2009 - Weber's Restaurant and Hotel
The Greater Cincinnati Chapter of the National Society of Hispanic MBAs Presents "Personal Strategies for Success" Sponsored by Luxottica Retail
Luxottica Retail will host a “Personal Strategies for Success” executive panel discussion on Wednesday, November 18 at the company’s North American headquarters in Mason, Ohio. Local executives will share their views on success and their recommendations on how to achieve your... - November 12, 2009 - National Society of Hispanic MBAs
Goalies, Your Time is Now
It takes a special breed of person to stop hockey pucks for fun. What makes goalies unique also makes them a precious commodity. The market has noticed. Rent-a-goalies are no joke, with some earning sizeable side-incomes to add an extra boost, especially during these recessionary times. Dozens of... - November 12, 2009 - Goalie Gigs
ParentYourParents.com Internet Radio Show Interview Rescheduled for Saturday, November 14 at 3:00pm PST
ParentYourParents.com co-founder, Amber Sandhoff, to Share Tips for Caregivers on How to Help Their Aging Parents on The “Coping with Caregiving” Radio Show. - November 12, 2009 - ParentYourParents.com
Oktoberfest Beer Consumption Up in 2009 for Thirsty Travellers
Oktoberfest 2009 Beer Consumption hit an all-time high for Australian pub tour operator Thirsty Swagman on their 12-night party tour across Europe. - November 12, 2009 - Thirsty Swagman Pty Ltd
Karmawish, the First Global Community Based on Mutual Help and Exchange
Karmawish, a community website based on mutual help, has gone public. Members of Karmawish are able help each other for free from virtually anywhere with an internet connection. Based on the Karmic law where one’s good deed triggers a positive reaction, Karmawish makes it possible for each... - November 12, 2009 - Karmawish
Travel Experiences Caught on Video on City Discovery
From walking tours to crocodile watching and close encounters with a space shuttle, City Discovery presents videos of the most exciting and interesting travel experiences available online. Travelers can make wiser and informed choices of their travel activities through the new feature on the site. - November 12, 2009 - City Discovery
Palm Coast Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Celebrates Grand Re-Opening
Palm Coast Parkway Tuffy to Offer Special Discounts and Promotions for Area Residents. - November 12, 2009 - Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Centers
The Hamner Institutes for Health Sciences Release Podcast on Future of Bioscience Industry in China
The Hamner Institutes for Health Sciences has announced the release of a podcast that reviews the explosive growth of China’s bioscience industry and discusses how an independent research institute in Research Triangle Park has established new collaborations with Chinese partners such as... - November 12, 2009 - The Hamner Institutes for Health Sciences
Important Announcement for the Asia-Pacific Spa Market
The Day Spa Association and the International Medical Spa Association are proud to announce the appointment of Michael Loh as their newly appointed representative to lead the Asia-Pacific chapter. “Michael is known as an industry mentor, inspirational presenter and in particular for his... - November 12, 2009 - The Day Spa Association
Kingston Plantation and Kingston Shores Hotels Are First in Myrtle Beach to be Green Certified
Myrtle Beach Resort at Kingston Shores and Embassy Suites at Kingston Plantation are green certified by the Green Hospitality Alliance. They are the only hotels to receive the distinction in Myrtle Beach. Both hotels received a One Palmetto Tree ranking. The Green Hospitality Alliance is a program... - November 12, 2009 - Kingston Shores
Children of Saguramo Eucational Institution Greeted with Modern Conditions for Their Physical Development
Young Georgian children now have brand new sports facility stocked with modern sports equipment. - November 12, 2009 - Counterpart International
BarterQuest Creates “Green” Feature
Barter site incorporates features to help those who want to be “green.” - November 12, 2009 - JPM Global
Safety Gear Helps Breathe Life Back Into Pets
Wag’N Enterprises’ O2 Fur Life Program Has Created Quite a Purr Across the Country by Providing Over 111 Pet Oxygen Mask Kits to First Responders Across USA in October 2009 - November 12, 2009 - Wag'N Enterprises, LLC
1st Commemorative Home Sweet Home Campaign T-Shirt; An Arizona Bunko Group Honors Veterans Day
Honoring 47 Service Members from every branch of the military, this Veterans Day T-Shirt is a symbol of gratitude to all the brave men and women who have served and protected our country. The design was created by an amateur artist in Gilbert Arizona for her Bunko group's annual charity, supporting USA Cares. - November 12, 2009 - Home Sweet Home Campaign
Holiday Harmony: Create Peace Within, Get Joy from Your World
In a world spiraling out-of-control with economic, personal and global discord, is it really possible to enjoy a happy, love-filled and abundant holiday season? Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) expert, Cathleen Campbell, EFT-CC, says it’s not only possible it’s essential we learn how... - November 12, 2009 - Living Harmony LLC
Pacific Resort Aitutaki Wins More ‘Oscars’
Pacific Resort Aitutaki, Cook Islands has been voted the ‘World’s Leading Boutique Island Resort,” for the second year running at the World Travel Awards 2009 grand finals held in London on Sunday. - November 11, 2009 - Pacific Resort Hotel Group - Cook Islands
Awards Recognise Te Manava Luxury Villas as ‘Australasia’s Leading Villas’
Te Manava Luxury Villas & Spa (managed by Pacific Resort), Cook Islands has been voted “Australasia's Leading Villas” and “Cook Islands Leading Villas” at the World Travel Awards 2009 regional finals held in London on Saturday. - November 11, 2009 - Pacific Resort Hotel Group - Cook Islands
Special Olympics Invites Supporters to 8th Annual Gala and Live Auction
Special Olympics Northern California will hold its 8th annual fundraising gala on Nov.13, 2009 at the Four Seasons Hotel in San Francisco. Presented by Chevron Corp., the Spirit of the Season gala will help raise money for sports equipment, training and competition in 2010. More than 13,000... - November 11, 2009 - Special Olympics Northern California
Consul General of Israel to New England Reaches Out to Teen Leaders for Peace
Muslim and Jewish Teens Meet with Nadav Tamir to Discuss Peace in Israel - November 11, 2009 - Friends Forever USA
On Thanksgiving, be Thankful and Provide a Feast Best Suited for Pets – Pet Insurance Association Provides Advisory
Pets ingesting rich and fatty foods, chocolates, or other unsuitable or unintended items, can create a thankless holiday visiting the veterinary emergency hospital. - November 11, 2009 - North American Pet Health Insurance Association
Invitation to Cover: NAIS People of Color and Student Diversity Leadership Conferences
Credentialed journalists are invited to cover the NAIS People of Color and Student Diversity Leadership Conferences, December 3-5, 2009, in Denver, CO. - November 11, 2009 - National Association of Independent Schools
Twitter Statuses Can Now be Preserved in a Paperback "Microbiography" with a New Publishing Service Launched by 140bio.com
140bio.com has launched an innovative publishing service that allows Twitter users to create a unique, personalized Twitter coffee table book. Tweets, Achievements, whit, and memoirs can now be preserved as a high quality "microbiography." 140bio.com is now offering free shipping throughout the entire holiday season. - November 11, 2009 - 140bio.com
Aurora Travel to Further Expand Business in EU Market
After grabbing deeper insights into into the EU tourists’ demands and preferences as well as the implications of changes in the years to come, Aurora Travel thrives on coming up with fresh ideas and initiatives to further expand its business in the EU market. - November 11, 2009 - Aurora Travel
Wilderness Wanders Excel in 2009 South Australian Tourism Awards
Recognised as Silver Medallist in the prestigious 2009 South Australian Tourism Awards, Wilderness Wanders Sightseeing and Outdoor Adventure Tours have made an outstanding contribution to the Eyre Peninsula Region with their New Tourism Development. Proprietor and Port Lincoln resident Phil Porter... - November 11, 2009 - Wilderness Wanders
Autism Support Network and Hagar International Partner for Autism Awareness in Cambodia
Autism Support Network and Hagar International today announced a partnership to help elevate awareness and provide services to children with autism in Cambodia. As part of this effort, Autism Support Network will promote Hagar’s educational programs to its global members and other emerging... - November 11, 2009 - Autism Support Network
Slower Broadband Speeds Could Hinder UK House Sales
The latest survey of over 700 ISPreview.co.uk readers, an impartial independent consumer information site covering broadband providers, reveals that three quarters of people in the UK would not buy a house if the fastest broadband ISP speed it could achieve was just 1Mbps. - November 11, 2009 - ISPreview.co.uk
Introducing the Sukiyaki Feast at Sakura
Yokoso! Sakura now brings to Xiamen diners a real treat to savor - gourmet Sukiyaki at the Millennium Harbourview Hotel Xiamen. This new found favorite, takes sautéing to a whole new level utilizing the traditional Japanese iron skillet. The complexity of this fine food combined with a knowledge of the story’s historical origin, and being enveloped in the cozy atmosphere of this Japanese restaurant allows you to experience a taste of the culture of Japan. - November 11, 2009 - Millennium Harbourview Hotel Xiamen