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It takes less time to do a thing right,
than it does to explain why you did it
wrong. — Henry Wadsworth Longfellow |
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matters, it's what you see. — Henry
David Thoreau |
Charm is the quality in others that
makes us more satisfied with
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In an emergency situation...
After reading these 9 crucial tips, forward them
to someone you care about. It never hurts to be
careful in this crazy world we live in.
1. Tip from Tae Kwon Do :The elbow is the
strongest pointon your body.
If you are close enough to use it,do!
2.. Learned this from a tourist guide.If a
robber asks for your wallet and/or purse,DO NOT
HAND IT TO HIM.Toss it away from you.....
Chances are that he is more interested in your
wallet and/or purse than you,and he will go for
the wallet/purse. RUN LIKE MAD IN THE OTHER
DIRECTION!
3. If you are ever thrown into the trunk of a
car,kick out the back tail lights and stick your
arm out the hole and start waving like crazy..
The driver won't see you, but everybody else
will. This has saved lives.
4. Women have a tendency to get into their cars
after shopping, eating, working, etc., and just
sit (doing their checkbook, or making a list,
etc.DON'T DO THIS!The predator will be watching
you, and this is the perfect opportunity for him
to get in on the passenger side, put a gun to
your head, and tell you where to go.
AS SOON AS YOU GET INTO YOUR CAR ,LOCK THE DOORS
AND LEAVE..
If someone is in the car with a gun to your head
DO NOT DRIVE OFF, Repeat: DO NOT DRIVE OFF!
Instead gun the engine and speed into
anything, wrecking the car. Your Air Bag will
save you.If the person is in the back seat they
will get the worst of it .
As soon as the car crashes bail out and run.It
is better than having them find your body in a
remote location.
5. A few notes about getting into your car in a
parking lot, or parking garage:
A.) Be aware:look around you, look into your
car, at the passenger side floor, and in the
back seat
B.) If you are parked next to a big van, enter
your car from the passenger door. Most serial
killers attack their victims by pulling them
into their vans while the women are
attempting to get into their cars.
C.) Look at the car parked on the driver's
side of your vehicle,and the passenger
side.... If a male is sitting alone in the seat
nearest your car, you may want to walk back into
the mall, or work, and get a guard/policeman to
walk you back out.
IT IS ALWAYS BETTER TO BE SAFE THAN SORRY. (And
better paranoid than dead.)
6. ALWAYS take the elevator instead of the
stairs. Stairwells are horrible places to be
alone and the perfect crime spot. This is
especially true at NIGHT!)
7. If the predator has a gun and you are not
under his control, ALWAYS RUN! The predator
will only hit you (a running target) 4 in 100
times; and even then, it most likely WILL NOT be
a vital organ.
RUN, Preferably in a zig -zag pattern!
8. Women are always trying to be sympathetic:
STOP It may get you raped, or killed. Ted
Bundy, the serial killer, was a good-looking,
well educated man, who ALWAYS played on the
sympathies of unsuspecting women. He walked with
a cane, or a limp, and often asked 'for
help' into his vehicle or with his vehicle,
which is when he abducted
his next victim..
9. Another Safety Point: Someone just told
me that her friend heard a crying baby on her
porch the night before last, and she called the
police because it was late and she thought it
was weird.. The police told her 'Whatever you
do, DO NOT open the door..' The lady then said
that it sounded like the baby had crawled near a
window, and she was worried that it would
crawl to the street and get run over. The
policeman said, 'We already have a unit on the
way, whatever you do, DO NOT open the door.' He
told her that they think a serial killer has a
baby's cry recorded and uses it to coax women
out of their homes thinking that someone dropped
off a baby. He said they have not verified it,
but have had several calls by women saying that
they hear baby's cries outside their doors when
they're home alone at night.
10. Water scam! If you wake up in the middle of
the night to hear all your taps outside running
or what you think is a
burst pipe, DO NOT GO OUT TO INVESTIGATE! These
people turn on all your
outside taps full ball so that you will go out
to investigate and
then attack.
Stay alert, keep safe, and look out for your
neighbors!
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Tight Race Forming in America's Best Public Restroom Contest
Public Voting Ends August 31 for Ninth Annual Awards ProgramCincinnati, Oh. – Who will win this year’s America’s Best Restroom Award? It’s hard to say. With little more than one month left to vote, the race is very close. This year’s ten finalists have established a new standard for restroom quality, with washrooms reflecting their proprietors’ sense of taste, flare and humor, featuring some of the world’s finest materials and customer comforts.
The public is invited to vote online through August 31, 2010 at www.bestrestroom.com. The site takes visitors on a photographic tour of each restroom and allows them to choose their favorite. The winner will be announced in September.
Top 5 – Current Standings:
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Finalist & Current Ranking |
Location |
Restroom Features |
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Grand America Hotel - #1 |
Salt Lake City, Utah |
Italian Carerra Marble, bronze and crystal chandeliers, floor-to-ceiling commodes, beautifully inlaid African Anegre Wood and hand- painted walls. |
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The Fountain on Locust - #2 |
St. Louis, Missouri |
Hand-painted murals, ornate fixtures and designer mirrors. |
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Bryant Park - #3 |
New York, New York |
Beaux Arts design, full-time attendant, fresh cut flowers, scented oils and electronic seat covers. |
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Embassy Theatre - #4 |
Fort Wayne, Indiana |
Egyptian design, fireplaces, gold columns and custom wainscoting. |
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The Muse Hotel - #5 |
New York, New York |
Individualized restrooms, each themed for a different Muse. |
Joe’s Farm Grill in Gilbert, Arizona; China Grill at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas, Nevada; Rivue Restaurant & Lounge in Louisville, Kentucky; Lawrence Dumont Stadium in Wichita, Kansas and the Santa Monica Pier in California remain in contention, but are currently in the bottom five (in no particular order).
While these finalists are all quite unique, they have one thing in common: all are exceptionally clean. Cintas Corporation created the Best Restroom award in 2002 to honor those businesses across America that place high value on hygiene and exceptional style in their public restrooms. Over the last eight years, the contest has attracted tens of thousands of voters. The 2010 winner will receive a plaque of recognition and a coveted place in America’s Best Restroom “Hall of Fame” section of the program’s Web site. Previous winners have included restrooms at the University of Notre Dame; The Grand Casino in Biloxi, Mississippi; Kohler Art Center in Sheboygan, Wisconsin; the Fort Smith, Arkansas Airport; Wendell’s Restaurant in Westerville, Ohio: Jungle Jim’s International Market in Fairfield, Ohio, The Hermitage Hotel in Nashville, Tennessee and, in 2009, the Shoji Tabuchi Theatre in Branson, Missouri. For more information about the Cintas Best Restroom Award IX and the ten finalists, contact the Survey Editor, David Brandt, at 757-456-5212.
About Cintas Corporation Headquartered in Cincinnati, Cintas Corporation provides highly specialized services to businesses of all types, predominantly in the United States and Canada. Cintas designs, manufactures and implements corporate identity uniform programs, and provides entrance mats, restroom supplies, promotional products, first aid and safety products, fire protection services and document management services for approximately 800,000 businesses. Cintas is a publicly held company traded over the Nasdaq Global Select Market under the symbol CTAS, and is a Nasdaq-100 company and component of the Standard & Poor's 500 Index. Fortune Magazine has consistently listed Cintas as a "Most Admired Company" in its annual survey for the past nine consecutive years.
August 7 Western History Symposium Evening Venue Change
The Western History Symposium’s August 7th evening program is moving to the Wyndham Garden Hotel, 4499 East State Route 69 in Prescott due to a scheduling conflict at Hotel St. Michael. The August 7th day program remains at Sharlot Hall Museum, with a series of presentations beginning at 10 a.m.
The evening program at the Wyndham Garden Hotel features a 7:30 p.m. presentation by Dr. Martin Feess, the author of Theodore Roosevelt’s Arizona Boys. He will discuss Roosevelt’s special connection to the Arizona Territory and his relationship with those “rough riding men from Arizona” who served under his command during the Spanish-American War.
The evening program kicks off with a social hour and cash bar hosted by Prescott Corral of the Westerners beginning at 5:30 p.m., followed by dinner. Symposium participants who would like to attend the dinner may reserve a place by mailing a check in the amount of $23 to The Westerners, P.O. Box 11086, Prescott, AZ 86304. The check must be received by July 30 in order to confirm the dinner reservation.
For more information, contact Fred Veil at 443-5580.
Phoenix was named the tenth most irritated city in Sperling’s BestPlaces
If you’re sick of hearing everyone complain about Phoenix’s weather, traffic, neighbors and so on, now you can send them to www.edgeshavezone.com where they can blow off steam by sharing their daily irritations with America – and even get paid for it.
As the original anti-irritation agent, Edge partnered with Sperling’s BestPlaces to commission a new study measuring11 separate irritation categories like heat, traffic and household pests to identify the U.S. cities most prone to irritation. Phoenix was named the tenth most irritated city in the study, with potential factor for irritation being traffic, and high temperatures. (Phoenix residents spend 44 hours a year in commuting traffic, and almost half the year, 164 days, in high temperatures of over 90 degrees).
The original antidote to shaving irritation, Edge created the Anti-Irritation campaign to help guys relieve life’s daily irritations. The online site hosts a variety of activities to help relieve common irritations, including:
- Humorous videos – Comedian John Caparulo helps guys find the humor in everyday irritation
- Weekly Cash Prizes – Visitors can submit their irritations to the message boards or participate in the PO key challenge to enter for a chance to win a $500 weekly giveaway
- Grand Prize Trip to Las Vegas – Go online and submit a humorous video venting your irritations for a chance to win a trip for four to Las Vegas
Turns out that the potential for irritation is high down south, with Atlanta (No. 1), Houston (No. 2), Washington DC (No. 3) taking top honors as most prone to irritation, while predominately northern cities like Rochester, NY (No. 50), Milwaukee (No. 49) and Minneapolis (No. 48), ranked the lowest.
If you need a little comic relief from whatever irritates you, visit www.EdgeShaveZone.com, and let me know if you have any questions! You can read over more interesting facts about your city by clicking on the following link: http://multivu.prnewswire.com/mnr/edge/45185/.
NATIONAL IMMIGRATION POLICY SUMMIT, MEMORIAL & RALLY, JULY 30TH & 31ST, ARIZONA STATE CAPITOL (1700 W. WASHINGTON)
HOSTED BY ARIZONA SENATOR RUSSELL PEARCE & CIVIL RIGHTS ACTIVIST TED HAYES FEATURED SPEAKERS INCLUDE: SHERIFF JOE ARPAIO, JOHN EASTMAN, FERNANDO TREVINO, ANA PUIG, MICHAEL CUTLER, SAL ESQUIVEL, JAMES SPENCEREMCEES: MIKE BROOMHEAD, KFYI Radio 550, & TERRANCE LANG www.standwitharizona.org
Leading up to the May 29th, 2010 rally, STAND WITH ARIZONA invited US citizens to stand up against the race-baiters and cultural grievance-mongers opposing Arizona's SB1070, SAFE NEIGHBORHOODS. Patriotic Americans responded by the thousands--and sent a loud and clear message to Washington and to Arizona. “Today we ask you to join us July 30th and 31st in Phoenix, as we STAND WITH ARIZONA once again!” Stand With Arizona organizer, Kenneth Emmanuelson of Dallas, stated. “The event is set up in three parts, all taking place at the Arizona State Capitol in Phoenix, (1700 West Washington)”.
A Memorial Service and Candlelight Vigil 7 p.m. Friday, July 30th will proceed from the House/Senate grounds to Wesley Bolin Plaza for a reading of the names of all those killed by illegal aliens. This will be conducted by the Reverend William Perryman, www.wayneperryman.com, and PLEA President Mark Spencer, www.azplea.com. Those remembered will include law enforcement officers as well as “civilians” including New Jersey honor students Dashon Harvey, Terrance Aeriel and Iofemi Hightower; Arizona State Representative, Sister of Carondolet, Clare Dunn, and Washington, D.C. intern Shondra Levy.
Senator Russell Pearce, author and sponsor of SB1070, and Civil Rights Activist, Ted Hayes, www.americasblackshield.us, will host a National Immigration Policy Summit, Saturday, July 31st at 9 a.m. at the Arizona Senate to help those from other states who want to draft similar bills to SB1070. The Summit will feature top experts in immigration policy and constitutional law. These include: former INS Special Agent Michael Cutler, Reverend Wayne Perryman and constitutional scholar Professor John Eastman of Chapman University. The Summit will also feature a special live remote address by best-selling author, blogger and columnist MICHELLE MALKIN. (Click here to Register)
A Stand With Arizona Support Rally will be held at 6 p.m. Saturday, July 31st at Wesley Bolin Plaza. Participants include: Senator Pearce, Ted Hayes; Maricopa County Sheriff Joe Arpaio, Terrance Lang of America's Black Shield; Tea Party Activist Katrina Pierson; Professor Eastman, Michael Cutler; Reverend Perryman; Oregon State Representative Sal Esquivel; James Spencer of the Crispus Attucks Brigade; Patrick Charles of the Immigration Reform Law Institute; Jack Martin of FAIR; Chad MacDonald of NumbersUSA, Fernando Trevino; Ana Puig.
“With the federal government currently AWOL in fulfilling its constitutional responsibilities to protect American lives, liberty and property against the clear and present dangers of illegal alien invaders, state lawmakers are left with no choice but to take individual action to address this critical economic and national security crisis. I stand with Arizona in their efforts to end the illegal alien invasion and support the National Immigration Policy Summit,” Pennsylvania State Representative Daryl Metcalfe, and Founder of www.StateLegislatorsForLegalImmigration.com stated.
“All together, the NATIONAL IMMIGRATION POLICY SUMMIT is shaping up to be an outstanding event!” Emmanuelson continued. “A team of grassroots activists has been working very hard to pull this event together. As with all these efforts, however, they can't do it alone. The Stand With Arizona Team NEEDS YOUR HELP! If you support this effort and want to help, here's what you can do:
1. ATTEND -- The Memorial Service, Candlelight Vigil and Rally are all FREE. The Summit Seminars require registration. Register HERE.
2. HELP SPREAD THE WORD! - via E-mail, blogs, Facebook, Twitter, phone calls, text messages, whatever--we need your help spreading the word.
3. SPONSOR A FLAG OR AN ATTENDEE - We could use your help with financial support of the Memorial Service and Rally. One way to do that is by sponsoring a flag and a seminar attendee. Sponsorship options are posted here: http://StandWithArizona.org/pages/sponsorships
4. DONATE! - We have no major backers for this effort. The grassroots have been helping us out, but we still have quite a ways to go and many bills to pay. Any and all financial help is greatly appreciated. Supporters can donate here: http://StandWithArizona.org/pages/Donate/
5. VOLUNTEER! - As always, we're going to need a whole bunch of volunteers to bring this event off successfully. If you are willing to volunteer, leave a message on the website, www.standwitharizona.org
“We're looking forward to a great event on July 30th and 31st. With your help and support, the National Immigration Policy Summit will be incredible. Please join us,” Emmanuelson concluded.
ALRA Chairman Joins Federal
Immigration Lawsuit to Defend
Arizona and SB 1070
Phoenix,
AZ – The Chairman of the Arizona
Latino Republican Association (ALRA),
Jesse Hernandez, is expected to
announce that he and ALRA have
signed on to a federal
immigration lawsuit against the
U.S. Department of Justice.
ALRA will be represented by
Freedom Watch, Inc. – a
non-profit organization
dedicated to protecting and
promoting freedom in the United
States and around the world.
The organization is
participating in the lawsuit to
demonstrate support for Arizona
and challenge the Obama
Administration on the issue of
states’ rights.
ALRA
is the first Hispanic
organization to publicly
challenge the U.S. Department of
Justice in support of SB 1070.
About ALRA
The mission of the Arizona
Latino Republican Association (ALRA)
is to foster the conservative
principles of the Republican
Party in Arizona's Latino
community creating an empowered
network of Republican Latino
leaders and grassroots
activists.
crash
course
seminar
on
the
true
nature
of
Communism
July
12th,
2010
at
the
Original
North
Phoenix
Tea
Party
Our
nation
today
is
faced
with
a
showdown
between
the
forces
of
Liberty
and
the
forces
of
Tyranny.
Americans
across
the
political
spectrum
have
begun
to
take
notice
and
take
action.
Americans
instinctively
desire
freedom
and
reject
totalitarianism.
Few,
however,
have
been
schooled
in
the
history
of
Marxism-Leninism.
This
is
to
our
detriment.
To
combat
the
ideas,
tactics,
objectives
and
goals
of
communism,
we
must
make
an
effort
to
understand
its
nature.
Only
with
knowledge
can
we
design
effective
programs
to
defeat
the
false
promises
it
makes.
Please
join
me
for
a
crash
course
seminar
on
the
true
nature
of
Communism.
The
seminar
is
based
on
the
works
of
Dr.
Fred
C.
Schwarz.
Dr.
Schwarz
is
sadly
little
known
to
the
majority
of
Americans
today,
but
he
was
a
seminal
figure
in
the
fight
against
communism
from
the
1950’s
to
the
1990’s.
His
research,
writings
and
influence
has
been
felt
throughout
the
20th
Century
and
now
his
educational
research
is
needed
more
than
ever.
Dr.
Schwarz’
genius
was
his
ability
to
take
complex
and
confusing
ideas
and
break
them
down
into
easily
understood
concepts.
His
books
have
been
translated
into
dozens
of
languages
and
millions
of
copies
have
been
distributed
around
the
world.
He
was
highly
regarded
by
Ronald
Reagan
and
many
other
leaders
in
the
fight
for
freedom
during
his
time.
Diagnosis:
Communism!
is a
90
minute
educational
seminar
that
is a
must
see
before
the
elections
of
2010.
In
the
first
half
you
will
learn
the
history
of
Marxism,
the
features
of
Marxism
that
make
it
distinctive,
and
the
organization
and
goals
of
communism.
You
will
also
meet
the
key
players
in
the
formation
of
its
deadly
philosophy.
Why
do
so
many
embrace
this
vision?
Why
isn’t
communism
a
discredited
theory?
What
is
the
difference
between
Communism
and
Socialism?
What
do
they
have
planned
for
the
United
States,
and
specifically
for
you
and
your
family?
These
questions
will
be
addressed
directly.
In
the
second
half
you
will
hear
a
detailed
plan
for
the
Tea
Parties
and
other
conservative
groups
to
focus
on
in
the
near
term
and
the
long
term
to
recapture
the
momentum
and
protect
Liberty
for
the
next
generation.
These
ideas
are
not
being
discussed
by
nearly
anyone
else
on
the
scene
today.
This
section
is
grounded
in
facts
with
an
eye-opening
and
shocking
analysis.
This
lecture
is
being
offered
free
of
charge
to
all
interested
groups
within
a
short
traveling
distance
of
Phoenix.
Study
materials
will
be
available
after
the
lecture
for
a
free
will
offering.
To
learn
more
about
Dr.
Fred
Schwarz,
please
visit
www.schwarzreport.org
Join
us
on
July
12th,
2010
at
the
Original
North
Phoenix
Tea
Party
for
this
free
seminar.
Moon
Valley
Bible
Church,
3rd
Avenue
and
Greenway
Road,
Phoenix,
AZ.
6:30
p.m.
to
8:30
p.m.
Or
call
602-841-6507
to
schedule
a
date
for
your
group
to
have
this
seminar
in
your
area.
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The Biennial
Meeting Of
States, And
The Arms
Trade Treaty
Two major
meetings,
possibly
affecting
American gun
owners'
rights, will
occur at the
United
Nations (UN)
in New York
over the
next several
weeks.
They are the
Fourth
Biennial
Meeting of
States to
Consider the
Implementation
of the
Programme of
Action to
Prevent,
Combat and
Eradicate
the Illicit
Trade in
Small Arms
in all its
Aspects,
("BMS4")
June 14-18,
and the Arms
Trade Treaty
Preparatory
Committee
("ATT Prep.
Com.") July
12-23. The
NRA will be
fully and
actively
involved in
these
meetings.
The BMS4
is a
continuation
of the
so-called "Programme
of Action" (POA)
adopted by
the UN at a
conference
in 2001.
Anti-gun
groups saw
the original
POA as a
vehicle for
UN gun bans,
registration
schemes and
other
radical
proposals.
The U.S.,
through the
efforts of
Ambassador
John Bolton,
forced the
removal of
provisions
targeting
privately-owned
firearms
from the
POA. It was
not able to
stop the POA
itself, and
the UN holds
"Biennial"
meetings
every two
years to
keep the POA
alive.
Heavily-funded
anti-gun
groups will
again
attempt to
get the UN
and its
member
states to
target the
right to
arms at the
BMS4. A
Mexican
diplomat
will chair
the meeting
and Mexico,
which blames
its crime
problems on
the U.S., is
now pushing
for more gun
control in
America.
Anti-gun,
anti-U.S.
measures
could well
be on the
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Topical
Issues Add Spice to August 7 History
Gathering in Prescott
Politics, controversial
legislation, gold, robbery, murder, war heroes
and Rough Riders will be among the topics
explored at the seventh annual Western History
Symposium on Saturday,
August 7 in Prescott.
The Sharlot Hall Museum will be
the venue for five presentations about the Old
West and the Arizona Territory on August 7 from
10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Then at 7:15 p.m. at the
Hotel St. Michael, Dr. Martin Feess, the author
of Theodore Roosevelt’s Arizona Boys,
will discuss Roosevelt’s special connection to
the Arizona Territory and his relationship with
those “rough riding men from Arizona” who served
under his command during the Spanish-American
War.
The Symposium presentations are
free and open to the public, although seating at
the Museum is limited. The Symposium includes
five presentations at the Museum’s Lawler
Exhibit Center on August 7, starting at 10 a.m.
with the “Canyon Diablo Train Robbery of 1889,”
presented by Dr. Paul Hietter of Mesa Community
College. Other presentations are “Murder on
Whiskey Row,” presented by Prescott Corral
member Fred Veil, an attorney and a regular
Symposium speaker; “Early Female Politicians in
Arizona,” presented by Dr. Heidi Osselaer of
Arizona State University; “Ernest Love,” the
namesake of Prescott’s Love Field, presented by
author Alan Roesler; and “The Founding of
Prescott,” presented by author-historian Al
Bates.
In conjunction with the evening
program about Teddy Roosevelt at the Hotel St.
Michael, the Prescott Corral of the Westerners
is hosting a social hour with a cash bar
beginning at 5:30 p.m., followed by dinner.
Symposium participants who would like to attend
the dinner may reserve a place by mailing a
check in the amount of $23 to The Westerners,
P.O. Box 11086, Prescott, AZ 86304. The check
must be received by July 30 in order to confirm
the dinner reservation.
Also on the evening program, the
Sharlot Hall Museum will present its annual
Sharlot Hall Award to Kay Benedict for her
valuable contributions to the understanding and
awareness of Arizona and its history.
This popular event is co-sponsored by the Prescott
Corral of the Westerners and Sharlot Hall Museum
with the participation of the Skull Valley
Historical Society, the Arizona Rough Riders
Historical Association, the Prescott Valley
Historical Society and the Arizona Humanities
Council.
BRENT
BERGE ACQUIRES Riverview Toyota ∙ SCION
www.riverviewtoyota.com
Long standing car dealer and Mesa resident,
Brent Berge, has acquired Riverview Toyota from
the Larry H. Miller group. While other
automotive dealerships have moved out of our
community, the Berge Group has made a
substantial investment in the East Valley in
what is the valley’s newest state of the art
Toyota & Scion Dealership. The name of the
dealership is Brent Berge’s Riverview Toyota.
Brent C.
Berge, General Manager of the dealership, is
pleased to invite everyone to Mesa, to tour our
facility and see what a great place it is to buy
and service your vehicle . “We’ve been one of
the longest standing family owned and operated
auto groups in Arizona and are glad to have
added Riverview Toyota to our group. We own 2
Lexus stores in the valley and have owned a
Toyota dealership in Tucson since 1972. This is
a product line we’re very familiar with.”
As a native
Mesa residents, the Berge’s are extremely
excited to own these dealerships in the
community where their family has its roots.
The Berge group brings stability and a family
oriented operation to Mesa and surrounding
communities. For 60 plus years the Berge family
has owned and operated car dealerships serving
customers in Arizona and it all started in
Mesa.
The all New
Brent Berge’s Riverview Toyota is located at
Dobson and Red Mountain 202, just East of ASU
across from Bass Pro Shop. “We look forward to
serving all of our current and future
customers!” added Berge.
 Southwest
Ambulance and KOOL-FM join Arizona Celebration
of Freedom as key sponsors
(MESA, AZ) – The Arizona Celebration of Freedom
reached two major milestones today with the
announcement that Southwest Ambulance has stepped
forward as the title sponsor for the two-day
festival and KOOL-FM has joined the Celebration as
the exclusive radio sponsor for the
July 2010 event to be held in downtown
Mesa.
“Southwest
Ambulance has a long history of involvement in our
community.” Mesa Mayor Scott Smith said. “It’s not
surprising that they would step up and support such
a worthwhile event. That’s just the kind of company
Southwest Ambulance is. As for KOOL-FM’s
involvement, what better exclusive radio partner
than the valley’s classic hits station. Their
sponsorship of the ‘KOOL Zones’ is perfect and will
definitely be popular places to cool down in July.”
The Southwest
Ambulance Arizona Celebration of Freedom, as it will
now be called, will be held the
Friday and Saturday before the
Fourth of July (this year on July 2 and 3)
and is presented by KOOL-FM. The event is not just a
fireworks show but a two-day celebration of
America’s freedom and independence culminating with
a spectacular pyrotechnic show and Salute to
America.
“We are proud to
be part of The Arizona Celebration of Freedom,”
Southwest Ambulance President Bryan Gibson said.
“Our company’s approach to providing emergency
medical services is centered in community
involvement. The Mesa Sertoma Club and the
organizations and volunteers that are making this
family friendly event happen encapsulate many of the
core values of our company: honor, pride,
enthusiasm, and teamwork.”
The Southwest
Ambulance Celebration of Freedom is the precursor to
every fireworks show in the State of Arizona filled
with classic cars, motorcycles, beer gardens, arts
and crafts booths, music, street performers, games,
family fun, and more. Dubbed as “the coolest
independence festival in the state” with its many
“KOOL Zones,” the celebration also features the
nationally-recognized Mesa Arts Center as a backdrop
to the main stage and dozens of community groups
with hundreds of volunteers to make this party truly
unique.
“This is exactly
the kind of event we have been looking to support.”
KOOL-FM Programming Director Kris Abrams said.
“Motorcycles, classic cars, and great music: Is
there any better way to celebrate this country’s
freedom and independence than two days of Americana
for everyone to enjoy. This will most definitely be
the “KOOLest” party in the State.”
For more
information about The Southwest Ambulance Arizona
Celebration of Freedom presented by KOOL-FM go to
www.azcelebrationoffreedom.org.
Why I Carry a Gun
*Good to review again, especially in these times.*
*PEOPLE ASK WHY?
*Why I Carry a Gun
*My old grandpa said to me 'Son, there comes a time in every man's life when he stops bustin' knuckles and starts bustin' caps and usually it's when he becomes too old to take an ass whoopin’.*
*I don't carry a gun to kill people.*
*I carry a gun to keep from being killed.*
*I don't carry a gun to scare people.*
*I carry a gun because sometimes this world can be a scary place.*
*I don't carry a gun because I'm paranoid.*
*I carry a gun because there are real threats in the world.*
*I don't carry a gun because I'm evil.*
*I carry a gun because I have lived long enough to see the evil in the world.*
*I don't carry a gun because I hate the government.*
*I carry a gun because I understand the limitations of government.*
*I don't carry a gun because I'm angry.*
*I carry a gun so that I don't have to spend the rest of my life hating myself for failing to be prepared.*
*I don't carry a gun because I want to shoot someone.*
*I carry a gun because I want to die at a ripe old age in my bed, and not on a sidewalk somewhere tomorrow afternoon.*
*I don't carry a gun because I'm a cowboy.*
*I carry a gun because, when I die and go to heaven, I want to be a cowboy.*
*I don't carry a gun to make me feel like a man.*
*I carry a gun because men know how to take care of themselves and the ones they love.*
*I don't carry a gun because I feel inadequate.*
*I carry a gun because unarmed and facing three armed thugs, I am inadequate. *
*I don't carry a gun because I love it.*
*I carry a gun because I love life and the people who make it meaningful to me.*
*Police protection is an oxymoron.*
*Free citizens must protect themselves.*
*Police do not protect you from crime, they usually just investigate the crime after it happens and then call someone in to clean up the mess. *
*Personally, I carry a gun because I'm too young to die and too old to take an ass whoopin'.....author unknown (but obviously brilliant) *
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*A LITTLE GUN HISTORY*
*In 1929, the Soviet Union established gun control. From 1929 to 1953, about 20 million dissidents, unable to defend themselves, were rounded up and exterminated. *
*In 1911, Turkey established gun control. From 1915 to 1917, 1.5 million Armenians, unable to defend themselves, were rounded up and exterminated. *
*Germany established gun control in 1938 and from 1939 to 1945, a total of 13 million Jews and others who were unable to defend themselves were rounded up and exterminated. *
*China established gun control in 1935. From 1948 to 1952, 20 million political dissidents, unable to defend themselves, were rounded up and exterminated *
*Guatemala established gun control in 1964. From 1964 to 1981, 100,000 Mayan Indians, unable to defend themselves, were rounded up and exterminated. *
*Uganda established gun control in 1970. From 1971 to 1979, 300,000 Christians, unable to defend themselves, were rounded up and exterminated. *
*Cambodia established gun control in 1956. From 1975 to 1977, one million educated people, unable to defend themselves, were rounded up and exterminated. *
*Defenseless people rounded up and exterminated in the 20th Century because of gun control: 56 million.*
*You won't see this data on the US evening news, or hear politicians disseminating this information. *
*Guns in the hands of honest citizens save lives and property and, yes, gun-control laws adversely affect only the law-abiding citizens. *
*Take note my fellow Americans, before it's too late!*
*The next time someone talks in favor of gun control, please remind them of this history lesson.*
*With guns, we are 'citizens'. Without them, we are 'subjects'.*
*During WWII the Japanese decided not to invade America because they knew most Americans were ARMED!*
*If you value your freedom, please spread this anti gun-control message to all of your friends.*
*The purpose of fighting is to win. *
*There is no possible victory in defense. *
*The sword is more important than the shield, and skill is more important than either.*
*The final weapon is the brain. *
*All else is supplemental. *
*SWITZERLAND ISSUES EVERY HOUSEHOLD A GUN.*
*SWITZERLAND'S GOVERNMENT TRAINS EVERY 18 YEAR OLD TO USE A GUN AND UPON COMPLETION OF TRAINING THE GUN IS KEPT BY THE TRAINEE.*
*SWITZERLAND HAS THE LOWEST GUN RELATED CRIME RATE OF ANY CIVILIZED COUNTRY IN THE WORLD!!!*
*IT'S A NO BRAINER! *
*DON'T LET OUR GOVERNMENT WASTE MILLIONS OF OUR TAX DOLLARS IN AN EFFORT TO MAKE ALL LAW ABIDING CITIZENS AN EASY TARGET.*
*I'm a firm believer in the 2nd Amendment!
Arizona Biltmore is partnering this summer with the Southwest Shakespeare Company
The Arizona Biltmore is partnering this summer with the Southwest Shakespeare Company to present two classic productions at the resort – William Shakespeare’s Comedy of Errors and Noel Coward’s Blithe Spirit.
When: Performances will be June 3, 4, 5 and June 10, 11, 12. There will be six productions of each play; show times will be either 2:00 p.m. or 8:00 p.m.
Where: Comedy of Errors on Cottage Court; Blithe Spirit in the Aztec Room
Schedule: June 3rd – 8 pm: Comedy of Errors
June 4th – 8 pm: Comedy of Errors, and Blithe Spirit
June 5th – 2 pm – Blithe Spirit 8 pm - Comedy of Errors, and Blithe Spirit
June 10th – 8 pm: Comedy of Errors
June 11th – 8 pm: Comedy of Errors, and Blithe Spirit
June 12th – 2 pm: Blithe Spirit 8 pm: Comedy of Errors, and Blithe Spirit
Admission: Tickets are $30 per person, or a “Festival Ticket” to both shows is $50. Dinner & Show packages are also available that bundle tickets with a three-course menu in Frank & Albert’s or a four-course menu in Wright’s at The Biltmore.
 Brad Zinn's "The Great Comedians,Those Felt Hat and
Big Cigar Funny Men"
Sunago in Greek means "the gathering" and this is a fairly new community center, seating 225. You have two nights to choose from; Friday June 18th, or Saturday night June 19th. Show will be the same both nights.
Tickets $15.00 per person, plus $1.00 per ticket handling and postage.
Tickets will be $18.00 per person at the door. No reserved seating. Rated PG-13. Recommended for ages 12 and older.
Directions; Sunago is not visible from Grand Avenue, but there will be signs and a banner to help you find your way. Sunago is in a Business Park (in the second row of buildings) on the West side of Grand Avenue. If you are heading North (West) on Grand Avenue, go past the Wal-Mart SuperCenter and past Litchfield Rd. to Mountain View and make a u-turn at the light and come back South (East) on Grand. Entrance will be on your right. 13939 is roughly a mile North of Bell Road. (The Google map on this page is WRONG!! Use http://www.maps.yahoo.com and enter the address for a correct map)
Tickets can be purchased by phone; 623-239-1316 9:00 am to 4:00 pm M-F or call 602-841-6507 (12 noon to 8:00 pm) for credit card purchases.
Refreshments (non-alcoholic) will be available before the show and during intermission.
Brad Zinn’s "The Great Comedians, Those Felt Hat and Big Cigar Funny Men," is a heartfelt salute to his childhood heroes that includes generous portions of comedy, music,juggling, magic, rope spinning, audience participation, and extended impersonations of Johnny Carson, George Burns, Jack Benny, and Will Rogers. Brad’s impressions also include W. C. Fields, Groucho Marx, Jimmy Durante, George Jessel, Fred Allen, and Red Skelton.
The show begins with Brad’s own comedy and interactions with the audience, followed by a memorable "Tonight Show" visit with Carnac, the Magnificent (Johnny Carson) that leads smoothly into a visit from the inventor of the "topical monologue" - Will Rogers. Will enters
spinning a rope and regales the audience with witty observations from the world of current events, circa 1932. Amazingly, Will’s satire sounds as though it could have been ripped straight from today’s headlines!
Next is an uncanny recreation of George Burns. George talks about his early years in show business up to the time when he met and married Gracie Allen and they became an instant success. George warbles a memorable vaudeville tune or two, and finishes with a poignant "Say
goodnight, Gracie." Gracie’s voice is heard to cheerily reply, "Goodnight."
The only person that can follow George Burns is, of course, his old friend Jack Benny.
Jack (as portrayed by Brad) strolls onstage with horn-rim glasses and violin in hand. After leading the audience in singing “Happy Birthday,” Jack hilariously explains how he raises money for symphony orchestras. He ends with his famous violin solo, "Love in Bloom."
The show’s rousing finale is an original song, written by Brad and musician friend Bill Swayze, "The Great Comedians." The tune includes segments highlighting Groucho Marx, W. C. Fields, Fred Allen, Jimmy Durante, Ed Sullivan, George Jessel, and others. The beloved Red
Skelton concludes the evening with his signature "Good night, and may God bless!"
Brenda Zinn also offers an intriguing performance of Vaudeville style Sand Painting as a pre-show warm-up at 6:45 pm, so come early for a good seat and don't miss Ms. Bre's Vaudeville style Sand Paintings. This art has not been seen in over two generations!
For further information and to see video previews, please visit; http://www.greatcomedians.net or
http://www.sunagoaz.com/Events.aspx
Act Up This Summer
June 21-26 ‘Movin’: An
Adventure Musical’ ages 7-18
July 5-10 ‘The Adventures of
Lewis and Clark’ ages 7-12
July 12-31 ‘Fame The
Musical’ ages 13-18
Classes Daily 10:00 a.m. -
4:30 p.m.
The Academy at the Arizona
Broadway Theatre introduces,
instills and inspires young
people to develop an
appreciation for the
performing arts through the
education and exploration of
theatre skills.
The Arizona Broadway Theatre
presents three summer
sessions for Academy for
Young Performers ages 7 to
18, running from June 21
through July 21, 2010. For
information or to register
for ABT's Academy for Young
Performers, contact Kurtis
W. Overby, Artistic
Associate, at 623-776-8400,
ext. 112, or e-mail:
kurtis@azbroadwaytheatre.com
IMMIGRANTS THEN
AND NOW... GIVE ME YOUR TIRED, YOUR POOR
HUDDLES MASSES
YEARNING TO BREATHE FREE
From:
"David LaBonte"
My wife, Rosemary, wrote a wonderful
letter to the editor of the OC Register
which, of course, was not printed. So, I
decided to "print" it myself by sending
it out on the Internet. Pass it along
if you feel so inclined. Written in
response to a series of letters to the
editor in the Orange County Register:
Dear Editor:
So many letter writers have based their
arguments on how this land is made up
of immigrants. Ernie Lujan for one,
suggests we should tear down the Statue
of Liberty because the people now in
question aren't being treated the same
as those who passed through Ellis
Island and other ports of entry.
Maybe we should turn to our history
books and point out to people like Mr.
Lujan why today's American is not
willing to accept this new kind of
immigrant any longer. Back in 1900 when
there was a rush from all areas of
Europe to come to the United States,
people had to get off a ship and stand
in a long line in New York and be
documented. Some would even get down
on their hands and knees and kiss the
ground.
They made a pledge to uphold the laws
and support their new country in good
and bad times. They made learning
English a primary rule in their new
American households and some even
changed their names to blend in with
their new home.
They had waved good bye to their birth
place to give their children a new
life and did everything in their power
to help their children assimilate
into one culture. Nothing was
handed to them. No free lunches, no
welfare, no labor laws to protect
them. All they had were the skills and
craftsmanship they had brought with
them to trade for a future of
prosperity.
Most of their children came of age when
World War II broke out. My father
fought alongside men whose parents had
come straight over from Germany , Italy
, France and Japan . None of these 1st
generation Americans ever gave any
thought about what country their
parents had come from. They were
Americans fighting Hitler, Mussolini
and the Emperor of Japan . They were
defending the United States of America
as one people.
When we liberated France , no one in
those villages were looking for the
French-American or the German American
or the Irish American. The people of
France saw only Americans. And we
carried one flag that represented one
country. Not one of those immigrant
sons would have thought about picking
up another country's flag and waving it
to represent who they were. It would
have been a disgrace to their parents
who had sacrificed so much to be here.
These immigrants truly knew what it
meant to be an American. They stirred
the melting pot into one red, white and
blue bowl.
And here we are with a new kind of
immigrant who wants the same rights and
privileges. Only they want to achieve it
by playing with a different set of
rules, one that includes the
entitlement card and a guarantee of
being faithful to their mother
country.
I'm sorry, that's not what being an
American is all about.
I believe that the immigrants who
landed on Ellis Island in the
early 1900's deserve better than that
for all the toil, hard work and
sacrifice in raising future
generations to create a land that has
become a beacon for those legally
searching for a better life. I think
they would be appalled that they
are being used as an example by
those waving foreign country flags.
And for that suggestion about taking
down the Statue of Liberty, it happens
to mean a lot to the citizens who are
voting on the immigration bill. I
wouldn't start talking
about dismantling the United States
just yet..
(signed)
Rosemary LaBonte
Not like the
brazen giant of
Greek fame,
With conquering
limbs astride from
land to land;
Here at our
sea-washed, sunset
gates shall stand
A mighty woman with
a torch, whose flame
Is the imprisoned
lightning, and her
name
Mother of Exiles.
From her beacon-hand
Glows world-wide
welcome; her mild
eyes command
The air-bridged
harbor that twin
cities frame.
"Keep, ancient
lands, your storied
pomp!" cries she
' With silent
lips. "Give me your
tired, your poor,
Your huddled masses
yearning to breathe
free,
The wretched refuse
of your teeming
shore.
Send these, the
homeless,
tempest-tossed to
me,
I lift my lamp
beside the golden
door!"
World Famous
Arizona
Cowboy College: Be one of Rocco's
prized students!
Welcome to the official COWBOY
Sweepstakes, in which one person could
win free tuition for two to the
World
Famous Arizona Cowboy College and be one
of Rocco's prized students! That's a
$4,500.00 value to the lucky winner --
not to mention that it will be the
experience and education of a lifetime.
We would like to thank Lori Bridwell,
President of the Arizona Cowboy College
for her generous donationto kick the
Book off. To enter, order your book
online at places such as Amazon.com,
BN.com, and IndieBound.org, or pick up a
copy at your favorite bookstore.But no
matter where you make your purchase, be
sure to hold on to your receipt, because
that's going to be your ticket to enter
the sweepstakes. We'll let you know soon
how to submit those to us and the rest
of the details. But right now it looks
like we're going to set the deadline for
entering the sweepstakes in late summer.
We'll let you know for sure soon.At only
$9.44, COWBOY is a steal! Remember that
your purchase will not only allow you to
enter the official COWBOY sweepstakes,
but you'll be doing your part to help
COWBOY make it's way on the New York
Times Bestseller List!!!We need your
help, but, more important, the Great
American Cowboy needs your help!
Pajama Party
Translight Pictures and i Elysium Entertainment want to welcome you to our Pajama Party that needs your support for our Community Projects. Your attendance to this event or donation, if you cannot make it, is to support a local documentary that we are working on to release nationwide to better our school systems. Discounted ticket purchases and donations are through the link below!
• Complimentary Appetizers• DJ & Live Music Live Performances: Sisko Grayson, Angela Anne & This Counts for Everything Band• Cash Payout Contests:
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AUCTION AUCTION AUCTION AUCTION
230 Acres of private property nestled
within the Big Walker Mountain Jefferson
National Forest , 3/2 home. "Virginia
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boasts a 280 degree VEIW, where the
mountains meet the sky, six miles of ATV
or horse trails. Soil maps are available
upon request. $1,500,000 Income
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Weddings - Reunions - Archeological
Field Trips - Stage Shows - Cowboys &
Indians - Horseback Riding - Festivals
The Appalachian (Trail) Mountains are
ruggedly beautiful from one end of
Virginia to the other. Hiking, mountain
biking, weddings, camping, and fishing
and a bird sanctuary here at Virginia
City for your nature watching, horseback
riding, photography, orienteering, cross
country skiing, climbing, canoeing,
tubing, kayaking, music, and historic
Festivals are a few of the virtually
endless outdoor activities within this
area of national forests. Mountain
Empire Airport (Jet traffic and small
planes) is your "fly in" for visitors
and residents.
www.southernregion.fs.fed.us/gwj (Ntl
Forest Info)
www.visitwytheville.org (Town Info)
www.wildernessroadva.org
www.virginiablueridge.org
www.wytheville.org
Did you know that 60% of the United
States population is within 8 hours of
this site with 100,000 + travelers daily
on Interstate 77, “At the crossroads of
the Blue Ridge” aka; ‘The Great Road’.
Teachers of Virginia have touted
Virginia City, (Formerly ‘Dry Gulch
Junction) as the number two attraction
and ‘first choice’ for their Field
Trips. These 20 acres are utilized by
the Virginia Film Commission for various
film crews projects in the circa 1880’s
’Old West’ buildings. The General Store
& Penthouse, Lapidary Shop, Frick Saw
Mill, Blacksmith Shop, Town Hall,
Virginia City Jail, Lady Slipper Saloon,
Hotel Esmeralda, Gaming Parlor, Barber
Shop, Opry Stage, Photo Emporium,
Terrace Café’, Gem Mine Sluice, Office.
(12 renovated)
www.vacity.com
Crossroads of I-77 & I-81 is the
historic pivotal area on the Civil War
Trail. For a 60 mile radius, Wytheville
is a shopping destination for
neighboring towns with a super Wal Mart,
Lowes, Convention Center, national &
historic retailers, and captivating
antiquing opportunities, museums, 60
restaurants, 10 attractions, Golf &
Tennis, Herb Farm, Community Center for
Conventions, Wine Tastings & Tours,
Broadway Musicals at Wolfhaus Dinner
Theatre, or pick your own bouquets as
you return to civilization.
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 May
6th 10am Dr Andrew Weil Why Breakfast
Matters
at True Food Kitchen
Biltmore Fashion Park 2502 E Camelback
Rd #135 Phoenix, AZ 85016
Reservations 480-751-2176
25th
Anniversary Concert at Mesa Arts Center
May 22 at 7:00 pm
Phoenix Children’s Chorus
Celebratory Performance and “Bon
Voyage”
Send Off for their June performance Tour
to China
The
Valley’s leading Children’s Chorus
concludes its 25th
Anniversary Season when it performs a
powerhouse concert at the Mesa Arts
Center’s Ikeda Theater on Saturday May
22nd at 7:00 pm.
Over 200 children will participate in
the concert, representing the Encore,
Cadet, Prep and Concert choirs of the
Phoenix Children’s Chorus.
Selections for the 25th
Anniversary Concert include “Defying
Gravity” from the Broadway smash,
“Wicked”, choral arrangements of the
rock ballads “MLK” (originally performed
by U2) and Queen’s “We Will Rock You” as
well as several heart lifting pieces
including “The Dream Keeper”, “ Shady
Grove” and a commissioned piece to
commemorate the Phoenix Children’s
Chorus’ 25th
Anniversary entitled “A Jubilant Song”.
The Chorus will be joined by Broadway
star, Tregony Shephard, who portrayed
the role of Madame Thenardier in Les
Miserables at the Imperial Theater on
Broadway as well as on the show’s
National Tour. The concert will be led
by Artistic Director Ron Carpenter.
The 25th Anniversary concert
will be accompanied by My Kids In Sign,
a group of students who perform and
interpret popular music in sign
language. Tickets for the 25th
Anniversary Concert are
$12.50/$20/$22.50 (including service
fee) and may be purchased on line at
www.mesaartscenter.com or by calling
480-644-6500. Further information
about Phoenix Children’s Chorus is
available at
www.phoenixchildrenschorus.org or by
calling 602-534-3788.
Following he conclusion of their
2009/10 Season, the Phoenix Children’s
Chorus embarks on a historic Performance
Tour of mainland China. With
performances in venues around the great
country including Shanghai, Xian and
Beijing, the highlight of the tour
includes a cultural exchange and joint
concert at the Shanghai Children’s
Palace with the children of China.
About the Phoenix Children’s Chorus
With members ranging from eight to
eighteen years of age, the Phoenix
Children’s Chorus has grown from a small
organization of just 35 members, to its
current program comprised of four
choirs, three accompanists and four
directors with over 220 children
participating in performances and guest
appearances. The choirs include
Prep,
Cadet, Concert and Encore
where choristers learn the basic
elements of vocal technique, performance
and musicianship skills. The Chorus’
ongoing mission is to provide a
comprehensive choral music education in
a positive learning environment in order
to foster team effort, self-discipline
and self esteem for young people in
Phoenix.
The
Phoenix Children’s Chorus has performed
with many of the Valley’s top arts
organizations including The Phoenix
Symphony, ASU’s Symphonic Chorus & Wind
Symphony, The ASU Choral Union, The
Arizona Arts Chorale, The Grand Canyon
Men's Chorale, The Sonoran Desert
Chorale and the Male Orpheus Chorus of
Phoenix. In addition, the
award-winning PCC touring choirs have
traveled to Europe, Russia and
throughout the United States to serve as
musical ambassadors. Working jointly
with The Sister Cities of Phoenix, the
Chorus has travelled to two of Phoenix’s
Sister Cities, Ennis, Ireland and
Hermosillo, Mexico as well as a tour to
Canada in June 2009. This June,
the Chorus embarks to China for its
historic 2010 Performance Tour of
mainland China. With performances
in venues around the great country
including Shanghai, Xian and Beijing,
the highlight of the tour includes a
cultural exchange and joint concert at
the Shanghai Children’s Palace.
For more information about the choir,
visit the Phoenix Children’s Chorus
website at
www.phoenixchildrenschorus.org or
call 602-534-3788.
Mix together the biggest
egos, the most ambitious personalities and the glitz of
Manhattan and you get one hot new Reality TV Show
Devorah Rose came to the United States from
Venezuela at the age of five, not knowing a word of
English. Yet this accomplished, down-to-earth
young woman went on to graduate from an Ivy League
college, earned a position as Editor-in-Chief of a
fashion and luxury lifestyle publication, rose to the
upper echelon of the New York social circuit, and has
made herself a familiar face on the CW, Bravo and MTV
networks.
Devorah hopes that the new show, with all its
personalities, drama, and tongue-in-cheek humor, will
give viewers a hysterical, behind-the-scenes look into
the New York City social scene, enabling them to make
their own judgments and determine what is real and what
is a myth.
For more information on this vibrant, accomplished young
woman, please visit her website at:
www.devorahrose.com
and check out just a couple of past articles on Devorah
at:
http://www.nypost.com/p/news/local/manhattan/menaces_to_fBNqP0TdcVg8O5acibXQ6K/1#ixzz0js43Hqv8
http://www.nypost.com/p/news/local/manhattan/menaces_to_fBNqP0TdcVg8O5acibXQ6K
Postal Service
Launches Green Newsroom
Information Resource Ready for Earth Day
WASHINGTON
— On the eve of the 40th anniversary of
Earth Day, the U.S. Postal Service unveiled its
green newsroom, a one-stop
shop for all its environmental information. Replete with
photos of its energy-saving vehicles and facilities,
green products and services, and a time-lapse video of
the construction of New York’s largest green roof, the
Postal Service’s green newsroom is its newest, most
informative site to visit on Earth Day.
“At the Postal Service’s green newsroom,
every day is Earth Day,” said Sam Pulcrano,
vice president, Sustainability. “Our history
of environmental efforts goes back more than
100 years and Earth Day is a perfect
opportunity to tell Americans about the
Postal Service’s planet-friendly
initiatives.”
According to Pulcrano, the USPS green
newsroom is a robust source of
sustainability news and answers key green
questions including:
-
How big is the Postal Service’s carbon
footprint?
-
How is the Postal Service decreasing its
carbon emissions?
-
How many hundreds of millions of dollars
in energy costs has the Postal Service
saved since 2007?
-
How many hundreds of thousands of tons
of waste did the Postal Service recycle
in 2008? (Hint - enough to fill
America’s tallest building.)
-
How are expired or unwanted
pharmaceuticals safely discarded with
the Postal Service’s help without
harming the environment?
Visitors to the
green newsroom can learn about the
Postal Service’s first test of electric
vehicles in 1899, when it found that mail
could be delivered in less than half the
time taken by horse-drawn wagons. They also
can find out how many billions of miles were
traveled last year to deliver America’s
mail, and how many millions of gallons of
alternative fuel were purchased by the
Postal Service in 2009.
Viewers of the site can expand their green
knowledge and Earth Day conversation with
interesting facts including: how many
tens of thousands of alternative
fuel-capable vehicles are in the Postal
Service’s fleet; where the Postal Service
uses mules to deliver mail; and which mail
delivery vehicle has zero emissions, and
costs only 2 cents per mile to operate.
“We hope America visits the new green
newsroom, and
usps.com/green, to
learn more about the Postal Service’s
commitment to the environment,” Pulcrano
said.
The Postal Service has won more than 75
environmental awards, including 40 White
House Closing the Circle, 10 Environmental
Protection Agency WasteWise Partner of the
Year, Climate Action Champion, Direct
Marketing Association Green Echo, and the
Postal Technology International
Environmental Achievement of the Year, 2009.
The Postal Service receives no tax dollars
for operating expenses, and relies on the
sale of postage, products and services to
fund its operations.
PINK JEEP
TOURS TO SPONSOR THE SEDONA TASTE
Sedona, AZ (April 22, 2010) – Pink Jeep
Tours is proud to once again be the
title sponsor of the Sedona Taste!
The 15th Annual Sedona Taste will be
held on June 13
from 4:00 - 8:00 pm at Los
Abrigados Resort and Spa,
located off
Highway 89A at 160 Portal Lane. Early bird
tickets are now on sale for only $50 per
person through April 30.
After April 30 ticket price will go up
to $60 per person.
Proceeds from the Sedona Taste benefit
the scholarship fund for the Boys &
Girls Clubs of Northern Arizona. "As
we celebrate our 50th
anniversary this year, we know that our
ongoing commitment to the community,
especially when it comes to our youth,
has played a huge role in our longevity
as a company," says Shawn Wendell, owner
of Pink Jeep Tours. For the last
50 years Pink Jeep Tours has been a
leader in the community, supporting many
local charities and events and has been
the title sponsor of the Sedona Taste
since 2001.
Admission cost grants access to fine
food and beverages from some of the
area's most esteemed restaurants, wine
and beer vendors. The event will
include a silent auction for jewelry,
art, restaurant gift certificates,
fitness packages and getaways.
Entertainment will be provided by
Sedona's own music group, Outside the
Box. Tickets for the Sedona Taste
can be purchased at
www.apositiveplace.org or by calling
928-282-0122.
Whether visitors are seeking rugged
adventure, Native American history and
culture, nature, geology, or panoramic
vistas, Pink Jeep Tours’ 50 years of
experience and award-winning excursions
are known as the premier "must-do" tours
in Sedona.
Pink Jeep Tours, the premier adventure
tour company of Northern Arizona, was
founded in 1960 and has its corporate
headquarters in Sedona, Arizona. It
serves visitors from around the world
with a corporate fleet of 65 vehicles
and is the only Jeep tour company with
guide trainers certified by the National
Association for Interpretation on its
staff.
The
Boys and Girls Clubs of Northern Arizona
provides a positive place for youth and
aims to inspire and enable
all young people, especially those who
need it most, to reach their full
potential as productive, caring,
responsible citizens.
Austin Tops Budget
Travel’s Readers’ Choice Awards for Best
Local Music Scene
AUSTIN, TX - Budget
Travel recently completed its 2010
Readers’ Choice Awards, the magazine’s
first-annual celebration of readers’
favorite companies and destinations. Austin
earned the most votes as the city with
readers’ favorite local music scene, with
Athens (GA), Memphis, New York, Los Angeles,
Seattle and Chicago following close behind.
As part of a Readers’ Choice roundup,
Austin will be featured in Budget Travel’s
October issue, which hits newsstands on
September 21. In addition to winning the
“best local music scene,” category, Austin
was also listed among readers’ favorite food
cities.
Over the course of almost two months,
164,000 votes were cast at
BudgetTravel.com by
readers around the globe who supported their
favorites in categories like “best app,”
“top island getaway,” “favorite major cruise
line” and more.
A full breakdown of votes in every
category is available online at
www.BudgetTravel.com.
Gold Star Navy
SEAL Mom Leads Pro-Troop
Message Opposed to Cindy Sheehan’s Protest
Both
Lost Sons in Iraq.
Now they Face-Off in a War of Ideals
The nation’s largest grassroots, pro-troop
organization, Move America Forward, is sending their
main spokesperson, Debbie Lee back to Hood River, Oregon
this week to face off against Cindy Sheehan, the
anti-war protester who camped outside of President
Bush’s Crawford, TX ranch.
“Hood River is my hometown,” said Debbie
Lee, whose son Marc was the first Navy SEAL to be killed
in the war in Iraq. “When I heard that Cindy Sheehan was
going to be protesting the war, and protesting Insitu
here in MY hometown, I knew I had to be there. That’s
where I raised Marc and the rest of my children, that’s
my home, and there’s no way I am going to let Cindy
Sheehan bring her anti-American message without being
there to say ‘You don’t speak for me,
Cindy!’”
Through both have lost sons in the war,
Debbie Lee speaks out in support of the troops and their
missions in the war on terror. Her inspiring speeches at
rallies across the country have inspired but most of all
thanked our troops for their sacrifices. Cindy
Sheehan has chosen to speak out against the war, often
making unsubstantiated claims that her son Casey “stood
up against an unjust war” despite the fact that her son
re-enlisted and volunteered for the mission that ended
his life.
Debbie Lee will be leading the
pro-troop rally, expressing gratitude for our troops
this Saturday April 17th in contrast to the anti-war
‘conference’ being held in the same town, where Cindy
Sheehan is expected to speak in opposition to the War on
Terror and the use of drone unmanned aircraft in that
conflict.
Debbie’s son Marc was killed August 2nd of
2006 in Ramadi Iraq, sacrificing his own life to save
his fellow SEALs. After a fellow teammate was wounded,
Marc stood up in the line of fire twice to provide cover
for his buddies to retreat. After seeing his team
returned safely to base, Marc volunteered to go out
again to find the same insurgents and took sniper fire
through a window, again putting himself between the
enemy and his fellow SEALs. Marc was posthumously
awarded a Silver Star, a Bronze Star for Valor and a
Purple Heart for his actions.
Casey Sheehan was killed on Palm Sunday,
April 4th, 2004. An armored truck mechanic in the 82nd
Field Artillery Regiment of the Army, Casey volunteered
to go on a combat mission to rescue a group of soldiers
pinned down by intense enemy fire. In the resulting
firefight, Casey and 7 other soldiers gave their lives.
Casey was posthumously awarded a Bronze star and Purple
Heart for his heroic actions that day.
“Cindy Sheehan has trashed our troops, their
mission, and the legacy left by millions of troops who
have come before and sacrificed their lives to pay for
the freedoms we now enjoy. Cindy takes those freedoms
for granted; she does not recognize that without our
brave troops, she would not have the freedom to speak
out as she does. I’m going to back to my hometown of
Hood River to remind Cindy that she doesn’t speak for
Americans like myself and our members of Move America
Forward. Unlike her, we support our troops, we
appreciate their sacrifices, and we are grateful for
what they’re doing right now, in the Middle East, to
protect us back home.” concluded Lee.
*RALLY INFORMATION*
-
Who: Move America
Forward, American Legion, Gorge Heroes Club,
Patriot Gu
-
Speakers Include:
-
Debbie Lee, Gold Star
Mother of US Navy SEAL Marc Alan Lee
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Lynn Guenther, Director of
American Legion Post 22
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Special Guest Speaker!! ( TBA
)
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What: Pro-Troop Rally to
Support our Troops and Insitu Company
-
When: Saturday April 17th
2010, 2:00 - 4:00 PM
-
Where: Overlook Memorial
Park (2nd and State St.), Hood River, Oregon
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48th
Annual Mayer Daze Parade
and Festivities will be May 8, 2010
Parade Theme: OUT OF THE WEST CAME COWBOYS AND INDIANS
Below
is a Parade Entry Form which can be duplicated. Please
read it carefully, as there have been changes; return it
as soon as possible and before
April 26, 2010. All proceeds go to the Mayer Rec
Center which helps local families in need, is used for a
command center in times of emergencies, center for local
flu and vaccination clinics etc. After we receive your
entry, we will send you a map and more information about
a week before the parade. If you are local and would
like to contribute in any way or donate prizes, please
contact us. Your help would be greatly appreciated. PARADE
RULES:
There will be NO SHOOTING of
weapons, silly string, water balloons, water guns, etc.
Firearms with blanks are permissible, but please notify
us on the entry form in advance. Throwing candy,
advertising items, etc. is also permissible.
WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO REMOVE ANY PARADE
ENTRY THAT WE DEEM UNSAFE.
We will again publish a newspaper for Mayer Daze. If
you’d like to advertise in it or contribute antique
photos of Mayer and it’s history, please contact us.
There will be more activities this year, but below are
some that have been confirmed:
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ALL YOU CAN EAT $6.00 Breakfast Buffet
6:30am – 9:00am at
Mayer Elders Club. Proceeds to benefit Meals on
Wheels
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ANNUAL CAR SHOW For
info contact – Steve 928-632-4372
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KVRD COUNTRY RADIO
will be doing a live broadcast
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VARIOUS BANDS
will be entertaining along the parade route 9:00am –
until parade arrives at that location
-
REC CENTER
Beef Bar-B-Q Dinner, Vendors, Children’s games, cake
walk, entertainment etc. Adult Dance to live music
in the evening.
Thank you so much for helping us to have a wonderful
parade. It will be good to see all of you in May.Don
and Roselynn Fernwalt Mayer Daze Parade Chairmen
928-632-4226
mayerdazeparade@q.com
PARADE ENTRY FORM & RELEASE
MAYER DAZE PARADE REGISTRATION FORM THIS YEAR’S
THEME: “OUT OF THE WEST CAME COWBOYS AND INDIANS”
Saturday, May 8, 2010 10:00 a.m.
Entry Deadline for Judging:
April 26, 2010
Entry Fee: $20.00
After April 26, 2010: $30.00 Fee must be
enclosed with this form
Make checks payable to :
Mayer Rec Center And mail to: R&D Fernwalt,
P.O. Box 1099, Mayer, AZ 86333-1099
Name of Entry:
_______________________________________________
Contact
Person:
__________________________ ____________________
Name
e-mail address
Mailing Address
_______________________________________________
____________________ ___________ _____________
City
State Zip
Day Phone: ( )____________
Work: ( )_____________ Cell: ( )_____________
Categories
to be Judged: Check one only:
( ) General ( )Youth ( )
Equine ( )Pooper Scooper ( )Auto ( )Service
Organization
Estimated Length of Entry or
Float:___________________feet
Number of People_______ Number
of Vehicles________ Number of Horses_____ __
Will Your Entry Be
Noisy?__________ If so, please include in description.
Please describe your
entry and include a paragraph for the parade announcer
to announce your entry on the reverse side of this
form. Thank you!!!
RELEASE:
In consideration of being permitted to participate in
the 2010 Mayer Daze Parade in Mayer, AZ, to be held on
May 8, 2010, the undersigned, the others in my entry,
our executors, administrators and assigns, do hereby
release and forever discharge the Mayer Daze Committee,
the Mayer Recreation Center and Yavapai County from any
and all claims, demands, actions, of right of actions of
whatever kind or nature, either at law or equity,
arising from or by reason of any bodily injury known or
unknown, death or property damage resulting from any
accident which may occur as a result of participation in
or any activities in connection with the aforesaid
parade. I have the consent of all entrants in my unit
to execute this release on their behalf. Children 5 and
under must each be accompanied by an adult in any
portion of the parade. Entries will not be eligible for
judging after April 26, 2010.
____________________________________________
____________________________2010
Signature of Entry
Leader/Parent/Guardian Print Name
Date
_________________________________
Please contact Don or Roselynn (928) 632-4226 for any
questions or
mayerdazeparade@q.com
THANK YOU
for participating in our
parade!!!
2010 OLYMPIC
STARS FROM VANCOUVER INCLUDING SILVER MEDALISTS DAVIS &
WHITE TO PERFORM IN EMMY-AWARD WINNING
SMUCKER’S® STARS ON
ICE® TOUR COMING TO GLENDALE, AZ AT JOBING.COM
ARENA ON
MAY 18th
America’s Premier
Figure Skating Production Welcomes the World’s Best For
An Exclusive One Night Only
Performance
TICKETS ARE
ON SALE NOW
A
Portion of SMUCKER’S® STARS ON ICE®
Proceeds
Benefit Boys & Girls Clubs of America
(Glendale,
AZ) –
On the heels of
a historic and breathtaking 2010 Olympic Winter Games in
Vancouver, the Smucker’s Stars on Ice Tour is
proud to bring the inspiring skating stars and their
medal-winning style to thousands of fans across the
nation. Freshly crowned 2010 Olympic Silver Medalists
Meryl Davis & Charlie White;
2006 Olympic Silver Medalists
& 2010 Olympians Tanith Belbin & Benjamin
Agosto; and 2006 Olympic Silver Medalist
Sasha Cohen are joining America’s premier
figure skating production. This year’s Tour will visit
Glendale, AZ at Jobing.com
Arena for a one night only performance on Tuesday, May
18th.
The Smucker’s
Stars on Ice Tour is thrilled to announce a
spectacular cast of 2010 Olympic stars also including
2010 U.S. National Champion & 2010 Olympian
Rachael Flatt; and Two-Time Reigning U.S.
National Champion & 2010 Olympian Jeremy Abbott.
They will be joined by World Champion & Six-Time
National Champion Todd Eldredge; Two-Time
World Bronze Medalist & Three-Time National Champion
Michael Weiss; World Champion & Two-Time
Japanese Ladies Champion Yuka Sato; and
2009 U.S. National Champion Alissa Czisny.
The Smucker’s
Stars on Ice Tour, founded and produced by Olympic
Gold Medalist Scott Hamilton, is one of
the premier family entertainment events in the United
States. The
2010 Smucker’s Stars on Ice
performance in Glendale, AZ at Jobing.com Arena will be
on May 18, 2010 with a performance at 7:00 p.m.
TICKETS ARE ON SALE NOW.
Tickets start at $25, making the 2010 Smucker’s Stars
on Ice Tour one of our country’s most affordable
family entertainment options. A portion of Smucker’s
Stars on Ice proceeds benefit Boys & Girls Clubs of
America. Group discounts are available for parties of
10 or more. Tickets can be purchased at
all Ticketmaster locations, online at
www.ticketmaster.com, by phone at (800) 745-3000, or
in person at the Jobing.com Arena Box Office.
Please visit
www.starsonice.com for more info as well as
exciting show announcements.
About Smucker’s Stars on Ice
Founded in 1986 by skating icon Scott Hamilton, the
Smucker’s Stars on Ice tour has played
more than 1,000 shows over nearly a quarter of a
century. Past tour performers include Olympic Gold
Medalists Kristi Yamaguchi, Katarina Witt, Dorothy
Hamill and Torvill & Dean. The Tour has won
three Emmy Awards, one ACE Cable Award (Best Sports
Special), and is recognized as the finest ice production
in the world. In its 24th season, the 2010
Smucker’s Stars on Ice Tour will bring
quality family entertainment to 40 major U.S. markets
this spring. Smucker’s Stars on Ice
is produced by IMG, the world’s premier Sports,
Entertainment and Media Company. For more information
about the tour, visit
www.starsonice.com. Keep in touch with Smucker’s
Stars on Ice on Facebook:
www.facebook.com/officialstarsonice
and on Twitter: @starsonice,
www.twitter.com/starsonice.
About The J. M. Smucker Company
For more than 100 years, The J.M. Smucker Company has
been committed to offering consumers quality products
that help families create memorable mealtime moments.
Today, Smucker is the leading marketer and manufacturer
of fruit spreads, retail packaged coffee, peanut butter,
shortening and oils, ice cream toppings, sweetened
condensed milk, and health and natural foods beverages
in North America. Its family of brands includes
Smucker's®, Folgers®, Dunkin’ Donuts®, Jif®, Crisco®,
Pillsbury®, Eagle Brand®, R.W. Knudsen Family®, Hungry
Jack®, White Lily® and Martha White® in the United
States, along with Robin Hood®, Five Roses®, Carnation®,
Europe’s Best® and Bick's® in Canada. The Company
remains rooted in the Basic Beliefs of Quality, People,
Ethics, Growth and Independence established by its
founder and namesake more than a century ago. The
Company has appeared on FORTUNE Magazine's list of the
100 Best Companies to Work For in the United States 11
times, ranking number one in 2004. For more information
about the Company, visit
www.smuckers.com.
The J. M.
Smucker Company is the owner of all trademarks, except
Pillsbury is a trademark of The Pillsbury
Company, used under license; Carnation is a
trademark of Societe des Produits Nestle S.A., used
under license; and Dunkin’ Donuts is a registered
trademark of DD IP Holder LLC used under license.
About Boys & Girls Clubs of America
Boys & Girls Clubs of America (www.bgca.org)
comprises a national network of more than 4,000
neighborhood-based facilities, with 4.8 million youth
served through Club membership and community outreach,
in all 50 states and on U.S. military bases
worldwide. Known as “The Positive Place for Kids,” Clubs
provide guidance-oriented character development programs
on a daily basis for children 6-18 years old, conducted
by a full-time professional staff. Key Boys & Girls Club
programs emphasize leadership development, education and
career exploration, financial literacy, health and life
skills, the arts, sports, fitness and recreation, and
family outreach. An estimated 30 million American youth
have been served by Boys & Girls Clubs since the
founding of BGCA in 1906. National headquarters are
located in Atlanta.
About Jobing.com Arena
Jobing.com Arena, Arizona’s premiere sports and
entertainment facility, is home to the National Hockey
League Phoenix Coyotes. The state-of-the-art,
multi-purpose facility anchors the 223-acre, $1 billion
development Westgate City Center, and is host to a
variety of sporting events, world-class concerts and
exciting family shows each year. For more information
visit
www.JobingArena.com
or call 623.772.3200.
Carefree Cave Creek Chamber of Commerce
Events
American Red Cross Blood Drive
When:
7:30
a.m.-12:30 p.m., Thursday April
1
Where:
Foothills Community Foundation
(FCF), 34250 N. 60th St., Scottsdale
Cost:
Free
What is
it?
Help save a life; donate blood.
Information/registration:
www.redcross.org (enter sponsor code FCF) or call
FCF, 480-488-1090.
Thieves
Market When:
8 a.m.-3 p.m., Sat., April 3
Where:
38410 N. Schoolhouse Rd., Cave Creek
Cost:
$1What
is it?
Outdoor flea market on 20 acres; free parking. This
week’s theme is “Pimp My Crib,” with several vendors
focused on updating home décor. Fifty percent of the
gate proceeds will benefit Wild at Heart, a nonprofit
organization dedicated to Arizona’s raptors and birds of
prey. Information: 480-945-6333 or
www.cavecreekthievesmarket.com .
Guided
Wildflower Walk
When:
2-5 p.m., Sat. April 3
Where:
Meet in parking area; Spur Cross Conservation Area,
44000 N. Spur Cross Ranch Rd., Cave Creek
Cost:
$3 per person
What is it?
This three-hour moderate-level stroll will showcase the
Sonoran Desert’s wildflower display resulting from this
year’s rainy winter. Information: Ranger Kevin Smith,
480-488-6623 or
www.maricopa.gov/parks/spur_cross .
Cave
Creek Trail Run
When:
7:00 a.m., Sat. April 3
Where:
Spur Cross Ranch, 44000 N. Spur Cross Rd by the parking
area
Cost:
$25-35
What is
it?
2K
Kid's Desert Awareness Fun Run/Walk,10 K run and 5K
run/walk. All proceeds go directly to the purchase of
the Open Space Land. For registration and information
go
www.cavecreektrailrun.com . Packets also available
at Road Runner Sports, 7077 E. Mayo Blvd., Phoenix.
Folk Arts Fair Issues Call for Folk Artists
The Sharlot Hall Museum is inviting folk
artists, craftspeople and performers to participate in
this year’s Folk Arts Fair,
June 5-6 on the Museum grounds, 415 W. Gurley
St. in Prescott. Participant application forms are
available at the Museum and on the Museum’s web site at
http://sharlot.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=47&Itemid=64.
The deadline for submitting
applications is Saturday, May 1.
Under the
banner of “The Village of Traditions,” this year’s fair
will feature themed areas where artists of similar
specialties will gather to demonstrate their skills.
As always, the Fair’s emphasis is on
demonstration and education rather than craft displays
or sales. Demonstrators, performers and
history interpreters will animate many aspects of
frontier life, including sheep shearing, candle-dipping,
wood carving, survival skills and Dutch oven baking.
For more information on the
37th Annual Folk Arts Fair, call 928-445-3122 ext 34.
Information about this and other Sharlot Hall Museum
events is available online at
www.sharlot.org.
Urban
Dare Phoenix
Now in its fifth season, the Urban
Dare series of adventure races comes
to Phoenix on
Saturday,
March 27. This year the
challenge is even bigger – with
30 cities hosting events
nationwide!Urban Dare requires
two person teams to navigate through
metro landscapes to find and solve
clues, document each success, and
beat the clock while covering
approximately five miles on foot or
public transportation.
Like a half-day Amazing Race
meets National Treasure,
participants use a combination of
brains and brawn to complete the
fun-filled assignments. Each team
needs to bring a digital camera or
cell phone with camera. Map and
notepad are beneficial.
Out of the starting block teams
will pick up clue sheets. For
checkpoints that mention a dare,
teams must accomplish tasks and get
passports stamped before moving on.
On checkpoints that mention a photo,
teams must get a photo showing they
were there. Dares range from
throwing a bulls-eye, scaling a
climbing wall, completing a puzzle,
etc. Winners finish in about two
hours and most will finish under
four hours.
Urban Dare Phoenix will start and
finish at Jackson’s on 3rd .
Check-in begins at 11:00 a.m. and
will continue up to the start of the
race at noon. Proceeds go to fight
breast cancer. The winning team will
compete for $5000 in the next Super
Dare.
To register and for further
information about Urban Dare
adventure races please visit
www.urbandare.com or call Kevin
Keefe at 1-202-285-4510.
 TOMS
Shoes Announces Its 3rd
Annual One Day Without Shoes
With every pair purchased, TOMS
gives a new pair of shoes to a child
in need. One for One.
New
York, NY (March 4, 2010) -
In an effort to bring attention to
the impact a simple pair of shoes
can have in a child’s life, TOMS
Shoes announces its third annual One
Day Without Shoes campaign that asks
everyone worldwide to go barefoot on
April 8th. Barefoot
events around the world from Venice
to Little Rock, Dubai to London have
already been planned, with more in
the works.
On April 8th communities
and individuals will be spreading
awareness about the importance of
shoes in parts of the world where
children’s feet are exposed to
debilitating diseases. So many of
the world’s children in developing
countries grow up without shoes,
having to walk miles to get food and
water, medical help, and attend
school (which often require shoes as
uniform). A leading cause of disease
in these areas is soil-based
parasites.
One Day Without Shoes participants
can pledge their commitment, join
and organize events, and connect
with likeminded participants online
at
www.OneDayWithoutShoes.com. The
website will also provide an outlet
for individuals to share their
videos, photos, and experiences
spending One Day Without Shoes.
Every person who RSVPs for an event
on
www.OneDayWithoutShoes.com will
have the option to be entered to win
a spot on a TOMS Shoe Drop (some
limitations apply). Winner will be
announced on May 10th.
One Day Without Shoes t-shirts will
be available for purchase from
Threadless at
www.threadless.com/loves/tomsoneday
starting March 22nd.
Blake Mycoskie, TOMS Shoes’ founder
and Chief Shoe Giver, says, “A shoe
company asking people to go
barefoot? I know it’s odd, but we
are so excited for people to once
again join us in One Day Without
Shoes.
We ask people to go the day, part of
the day, or even just a few minutes,
barefoot, to experience what
millions of children endure every
day. Awareness and empathy are the
catalysts of change.”
The problem is large but the
solution is simple. Wearing shoes
and basic hygiene can prevent both
infection and disease due to unsafe
roads and contaminated soil. By
imagining a life barefoot, we can
all contribute to the awareness of
these conditions. Join TOMS Shoes on
April 8th and walk
barefoot to support One Day Without
Shoes. For more information visit:
www.OneDayWithoutShoes.com
About
TOMS Shoes:
In 2006, American
traveler Blake Mycoskie befriended
children in a village in Argentina
and found they had no shoes to
protect their feet. Wanting to help,
he created TOMS Shoes, a company
that would match every pair of shoes
purchased with a pair of new shoes
given to a child in need. One for
One. To date, TOMS has given over
400,000 pairs of new shoes to
children around the world through
its giving partners.
For more information, please visit
www.TOMS.com/oneday
Carefree Cave Creek Chamber of
Commerce Events
After-Hours Mixer
When: 5:30-7:00 pm, Wed,
March 10
Where: McCracken Pools 6220
Cave Creek Rd, Cave Creek
Cost: $10 guests, $6 members
What is it? The Carefree-Cave
Creek Chamber of Commerce invites
the public to join its members at
its monthly mixer. Hors d’oeuvres,
beverages and raffle prizes will be
available. Information: 480-488-3381
or
www.carefreecavecreek.org.
Art Night in Cave Creek
When:
6-9 p.m., Fri. March 12 and the
second Friday monthly
Where:
Cave Creek Road, from Spur Cross to
Schoolhouse roads
Cost:
Free
What is
it? Luminarias light the
way to the four participating art
galleries along Cave Creek Road.
Usually the artist is onsite to meet
and greet guests. Information and
maps: 480-575-1780,
www.artisapartofyoulivewithit.com.
Gardening Seminar
When: 9:30 a.m.–noon, Sat.
March 13
Where:
100 Easy
St., U.S. Post Office building, Town
Council Chambers
Cost:
Free; $5 donation suggested
What is it? The Town of
Carefree continues its monthly
seminar series with “Hot Plants for
Desert Gardens,” presented by Janet
Rademacher, director of business
development and landscape architect
liaison for Mountain States
Wholesale Nursery; 2005 Master of
the Southwest Phoenix Home & Garden
magazine. Arrive early for best
seating. Information: 480-488-3686,
www.carefree.org.
Nature and Wildflower Photography
101
When: 10 a.m.-noon, Sat.
March 13
Where: Cave Creek Regional
Park, 37019 N. Lava Lane, Cave Creek
Cost: $6 park entry fee;
program free
What is it? Learn the basics
of photography, starting at the
Nature Center, with techniques. We
then head out to take photos of
wildflower scenes. Bring plenty of
water and wear sturdy shoes.
Information: Park Ranger Jim
Terrell, 623-465-0431 or
www.maricopa.gov/parks/cave_creek.
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Centuries-Old Craft Of
Ecologically-Made Bags Carries
Hope For Impoverished
Southeast Asians
International
sales of Khmu tribe�s homemade
Nature Bags fund humanitarian
effort in Laos.
www.NatureBag.ORG
From its handmade
and homemade production to the
heartfelt humanitarian effort
behind it, it is a multi-use bag
unlike any other. A uniquely
green consumer product called
the Nature Bag, once known only
to a small group of people in
the higher elevations of
Southeast Asia, is now available
to consumers all over the world.
And the sales of Nature Bags are
aimed at reducing poverty in
that region for years to come.
For thousands of
years, bags like these have been
handmade only in the homes of
the Khmu ethnic group of Laos, a
landlocked country in Southeast
Asia which has one of the lowest
per capita income levels in the
world. The Nature Bags are now
being produced for sale to
others by the Khmu as part of a
poverty reduction project for
the region headed by young Lao
student Bonsou Keoamphone, the
son of a poor rice farmer in the
remote, mountainous Oudomxai
Province in Northern Laos. By
making Nature Bags now available
online to consumers
internationally, Bonsou has
developed the concept of linking
the primitive Khmu with the
modern world. This poverty
reduction project is designed to
strengthen and extend those
links, giving the traditional a
means to progress
technologically and economically
while
preserving the ancient ways of
the Khmu. The project's startup
funding is coming from a retired
Iowa philanthropist.
Nature Bags
are stretchable and expandable,
light-weight but extremely
strong. But this is not your
mother's generic mesh-like bag.
Most Nature Bags have an
appearance that is somewhat
shiny, like silk or satin, and
have colors that range from a
very light tan to medium-dark
brown. The walls of the Nature
Bags have considerable stretch
and form around the items
inside. Fragile items such as
fruits and vegetables are much
less likely to be bruised, and
the unique mesh design of the
bag permits airflow throughout.
Because each Nature Bag is
handmade at homes of the Khmu
tribe members and not in a
factory, no two bags are
identical.
What Are
Nature Bags Made
From?Wild-growing, organic
tropical Kudzu or now called "JungleVine"
is used to
make the Nature Bag fabric. It
is a naturally growing, hearty
perennial vine with a deep
spreading root that grows
quickly during the rainy season
and can be found in various
parts and higher elevations in
Southeast Asia.
"JungleVine" cord is lightweight
but nearly impossible to break,
is biodegradable and virtually
mold resistant. This is the
first significant commercial use
and production of both product
and fabric and it continues
thousands of years of
sustainability.The Nature Bags
range in size from 10 x 6 inches
to 24 x 12 inches and range in
price from $10 - $76 and are
available online at:
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Unique
Online
Social Platform Matches Artists And
Art Buyers
http://www.theartistfinder.com
It is an innovative online social
platform for artists worldwide designed
to help connect artists and their works
with the
perfect match of consumers. It is called
TheArtistFinder.com and it is increasing
in popularity -- and it is free to join.
Art lovers looking to
find that perfect art piece are able to
browse the site for free as well linking
to multiple art sales venues. A few
years back, the online art
matchmaker site called
BoundlessGallery.com popped onto the
cultural scene allowing artists and art
seekers a worldwide a place to connect.
Now, the company has added
TheArtistFinder.com to help provide an
additional matchup option for artists
and art lovers.
"We exist to support original artists
online," says BoundlessGallery.com/TheArtistFinder.com
President Luke Terpstra.
"We see the online
marketplace changing from the old guard
of big one-stop shops like eBay and
Amazon, to a new order where the actual
site you buy from matters less than
finding the perfect product."
The truth is most artists use multiple
online venues to promote their work, and
a site like TheArtistFinder.com helps
embrace all of those venues and
provides very useful hub where artists
can send potential customers to all of
their sites. It is a simple and easy
site to bridge the gap between all
of an artist's web locations and can be
used to synchronize ALL of those sites
together -- for free.
On TheArtistFinder.com, members are
allowed to list all their online stores
where their works are listed, as well as
their social n etwork profiles. This
allows artists to take all their links
from all the art sites they may have
their works posted; Boundless, Etsy,
Yessy, etc. AND all their social network
profiles like MySpace and Facebook, and
now replace them with just ONE link to a
new hub:
www.TheArtistFinder.com
Artists are able to list their works for
sale and simply pay a percentage
commission when works are sold through
either the BoundlessGallery.com or
TheArtistFinder.com sites. For more
information go to:
www.TheArtistFinder.com
John A. Reyes Rejoins Bentley Gallery as
Director of Secondary Market Sales
January 22, 2010 - Bentley Gallery owner
Bentley Calverley announced last week
the hire of John Reyes as the gallery''s
new Director of Secondary Market Sales.
John was the Director of Sales at
Bentley Gallery from 2002 to 2008 and
spent the past year with LewAllen
Contemporary in Santa Fe. Prior to that
he was Director of Marshall Gallery in
Scottsdale and the Executive Director of
the DeGrazia Foundation in Tucson.
John specializes in analyzing the
marketplace value of contemporary works
of art available through the secondary
market. He locates specific pieces for
collectors who don''t want to gamble
with auction houses, and who are looking
to capitalize on works by artists with
proven track records. Knowing which
private collections might house
important paintings, sculptures,
photographs and prints that could be
offered up for sale is often a matter of
being closely tied to an intricate
communications network. Simply put, John
Reyes is "in-the-know."
""John understands that the secondary
market has always played an important
role for collectors,"" said Bentley
Calverley. ""It''s a valuable asset for
Bentley Gallery and our clients to have
his perspective and experience in
dealing with historic works of art."
A native of Arizona, John has a BA from
the University of Arizona, attended
Christie's Auction School in London, and
was a member of the Tucson Community
Foundation Art's Board. He''s been
active in several local arts
organizations and non-profits, including
Human Rights Campaign, Equality New
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FREE
SUNDAY A’FAIR OUTDOOR CONCERTS BEGIN IN
SCOTTSDALE
2010
SUNDAY A’FAIR SCHEDULE (subject to change)
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MARCH 28, 2010
Noon – 1:15
p.m.DJ
Shane Kennedy
-
1:30
p.m. – 4 p.m.Big Nick and the Gila
Monsters
Together since 1994, Big Nick & the Gila
Monsters perform good-time, partying
blues with style and a touch of
attitude.
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APRIL 4, 2010
Noon – 1:15
p.m.DJ
Shane Kennedy
-
1:30
p.m. – 4 p.m.Alice Tatum
Known
for her amazing versatility, Alice Tatum
performs a repertoire of popular songs
that includes rousing dance numbers,
timeless standards and intimate ballads.
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APRIL 11, 2010
Noon – 1:15
p.m.DJ
Shane Kennedy
-
1:30
p.m. – 4 p.m. Powerdrive
A
standout in the Valley’s Latin music
scene, Powerdrive plays everything from
red-hot salsa dance numbers to R&B,
classic oldies and Tex-Mex.
LOCATION
AND PARKING
Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts is
located at 7380 E. Second St. in downtown
Scottsdale, four blocks south of Indian
School Road and three blocks east of
Scottsdale Road. Free parking is available
in the public parking garage located to the
west of Scottsdale Center for the Performing
Arts and directly behind Los Olivos
restaurant on Wells Fargo Avenue. Additional
free parking is available at the Old Town
Parking Corral at East Second Street and
Brown Avenue and at the Civic Center Library
parking garage located on Drinkwater
Boulevard at East Second Street.
SCOTTSDALE
CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS
Opened in 1975, Scottsdale Center for the
Performing Arts presents a dynamic,
culturally diverse season of dance, jazz,
classical and world music, theater and
satire. Approximately 2,000 performances,
educational programs, festivals and other
events are showcased annually serving more
than 300,000 people and contributing
substantially to Scottsdale’s high quality
of life and vibrant arts scene. Performances
take place in the Center’s newly renovated
848-seat Virginia G. Piper Theater and
137-seat Stage 2 as well as the 2,000-seat
amphitheater on the grounds of the
Scottsdale Civic Center. The Center’s youth
education and outreach programs reach more
than 50,000 school children each year, and
its free events are available to the entire
public. The Center also produces the
award-winning Scottsdale Arts Festival every
March; Sunday A’Fair, a series of free
outdoor music festivals held on Sunday
afternoons from January to April; and Native
Trails, a collaboration with the Fort
McDowell Yavapai Nation and the Scottsdale
Convention & Visitors Bureau that features
free demonstrations of Native American arts
and culture from January to April. Open
daily and during performances, The Store @
Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts
offers hand-crafted jewelry, accessories for
the home, imaginative toys, recordings,
books, greeting cards and more.
The
Scottsdale Cultural Council, a private
nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization, is
contracted by the City of Scottsdale, Ariz.,
to administer certain City arts and cultural
projects and to manage the City-owned
Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts,
Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art and
Scottsdale Public Art Program. The programs
of the Scottsdale Cultural Council are made
possible, in part, by the support of members
and donors and grants received from the
Arizona Commission on the Arts through
appropriations from the Arizona State
Legislature and the National Endowment for
the Arts.
HOW
TO REACH US
Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts
7380 E. Second St. Scottsdale, AZ
85251Box Office: (480) 994-ARTS (2787) ext.
2 TDD: (480) 874-4694
Web:
www.scottsdaleperformingarts.org
E-mail:
info@sccarts.org Fax:
(480) 874-4699
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 KAY
LANG + ASSOCIATES ESTABLISHES URBAN ELEGANCE FOR
THE RESIDENCES AT MANDARIN ORIENTAL, LAS VEGAS
Strip Debut offers the Ultimate in Ethereal and
Sophisticated Living
LAS VEGAS – With
the much anticipated opening of The Residences at
Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas at CityCenter, the
sophisticated design of Kay Lang + Associates
becomes a tangible dream; an unsurpassed Zen retreat
blended with stylish haute couture.
 “From
the lobby through the residences themselves, we
sought to create an aesthetic that would take your
soul into a space to relax and renew in a sleek and
sophisticated setting,” said Kay Lang, president and
CEO of Kay Lang + Associates. “The result is a
peaceful, neutral palette inspired by the classic,
yet modern Asian design of the Mandarin Oriental
Hotels worldwide.”
At the moment of
entry, guests are seamlessly transformed through a
color palette reminiscent of the building’s exterior
in the residential lobby. The reception desk,
dramatically placed, is formed by a translucent
white backlit onyx with sustainable Zebrawood, set
by the backdrop of Michel Tabori’s “End of Day,” a
dreamlike blend of high-gloss sunrise and sunset
tones. A custom chandelier reminiscent of antique
gold Chinese coins is suspended from dramatic high
ceilings above the residential elevator lobby, a
counterpart to the Asian design elements below.
Natural textures, teak wood and Zebrawood come
together with onyx, bronze, gold and silver to
complete the overall palette.
The design of
the lobby transitions into the lobby lounge,
billiard room and boardroom, where natural elements
and wood connect each room to the next.
A tournament
size pool table will bring residents together in a
space surrounded by teak wood and limestone walls,
adorned by Zen objet d’art’s and small sculptures.
Inky black splashes and oblique lines mark the
captivating canvas by artist Scott Waterman acts as
a dramatic backdrop at the resident’s lounge. A
subtle triptych by accomplished artist Daniel Brice
adorns the corridor walls connecting the hotel to
the residents’ lounge.
Within The
Residences themselves, Lang has designed a surreal
haven where residents will escape to their own Zen
retreat; each residence its own unique vantage point
with magnificent expansive views. A sense of peace,
unquestionable beauty and unsurpassed opulence are
found in each of the three distinct finish packages:
Majestic Pearl, Sovereign Jade and Imperial Orchid,
offering residents the opportunity to personalize
their living space with an expression of their own
individual taste.
If one were to
scour the world’s ocean floors and come back with
every variation of lovely pearl, those colors would
become the palette of “The Majestic Pearl” package.
Subtle, cloud-like shades of soothing grey find
respite near strong, tobacco-colored browns and
blacks. Muted khaki tones pair with warm white tones
and occasional accents in neutral beiges and
browns. “Sovereign Jade” blends tones of natural
greens with shades of oyster, amber-touched browns
and textured mochas. The tranquil palette is
balanced by the addition of rich wood and tile
accents. Jade is known for bringing a contemplative
mood to the soul. Like orchids in nature, “Imperial
Orchid” features the soft tones of orchid flowers,
blending subtle notes of orange and coral with
varied shades of wheat. Bamboo browns and hues of
safari-inspired russet nestle together in an earthy,
inviting canvas. The stunning, approximately 2,000
to 4,000-square-foot penthouse residences at
Mandarin Oriental offer the highest level of
five-star resort amenities in a personal residence.
Incorporating the standards and sensibilities of the
most discerning tastes, Lang’s expert team of
designers developed three luxurious finish packages
to complement the opulent residences: Splendid
Sunrise, Celestial Clouds and Royal Sunset. Like
the gorgeous hues of a desert sunrise, the “Splendid
Sunrise” palette is comprised of orange and
tangerine tones, striated like a sunset, paired with
lacquered black accents and enduring oak woods.
Silver sashays into shades of white, while striped
wood variations beckon to sleek, undiluted browns.
Situated on the
top floors of Mandarin Oriental, the Penthouse
Collection is seemingly in the clouds, providing the
inspiration for the “Celestial Clouds” package.
Complementing the interiors, honey-spun hues of
russet and clay with pops of rust form a perfectly
harmonized color story. Dark woods give richness to
slate-colored tiles and transparent, frosted
accents. The “Royal Sunset” palette is comprised of
the multi-tonal variations of a desert sunset over
the western mountains, with seductive reeds of
chartreuse draped near gentle shades of eggplant,
perfectly setting the tempo near definitive silver
and chestnut browns. Blonde marble gives a stoic,
centered feel to perfectly placed black and flecks
of gold. The materials used in each of the packages
are in compliance with the highest levels of
sustainability as part of CityCenter’s aspiration to
achieve LEED Certification for a silver ranking.
The attention to
even the tiniest detail has catapulted Kay Lang +
Associates amongst the ranks of the most
influential, successful and progressive interior
design firms in the world. With successful global
projects in Seoul, Los Angeles, Vancouver, New York,
UAE and throughout the United States, Lang leads her
design team in all facets of interior design with a
personal, hands-on approach.
A UCLA graduate,
Lang
has specialized in the field of hospitality,
commercial and high-end residential design for more
than 30 years. Her projects span the scope from
full-service, luxury high-rise, condo/hotel,
boutique, four and five-star destination properties
to
commercial and urban mixed-used properties all over
the globe. After launching her own firm, Lang was
inducted into the prestigious Platinum Circle for
Lifetime Achievement by Hospitality Design Magazine.
Featured in such prominent publications as:
Hospitality Design Magazine, Interior Sources, Space
Magazine, Interior Design Magazine and Hotel
Business Magazine,
Kay Lang +
Associates
is currently one of the “Top 100” Interior Design
Hospitality Firms nationwide.
Lang
is also committed to providing opportunities and
assistance to talented new designers and has funded
scholarships for promising young students through
the charity organization, NEWH. In December of
2005, she was asked to serve as Chairperson and
Design Director for NEWH Los Angeles Chapter’s
yearly gala - “UltraLounge LA.” The event served as
a new benchmark of success for the organization and
established a direction for future NEWH
fundraisers. Kay Lang + Associates is located at
12100 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, Calif. 90025. For
more information, call 702.270.6200 or visit
www.kaylangassocs.com.
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Bring a Touch of
Romance into Your Bathroom…
For homeowners who are passionate
about a bathroom update, ornate floral motifs
bring a sense of
serenity and romance.
The updated décor adds a touch of sophistication
that will transform any bath into a private
sanctuary. Faucets and shelves with gentle, flowing
flower
tendrils to washbasins and bathtubs
designed with
gentle arcs and
curvatures create a retreat-like experience,
complete with luxury
and relaxation.
If you’ve fallen in love with floral
decor…make a date with Villeroy & Boch’s La Belle
collection. A perfect fusion of elaborate
ornamental, floral design and contemporary forms,
the suite includes several washbasin variations, a
bathtub, water closet and bidet.
 Create
a love affair with floral décor by incorporating one
of La Belle’s distinct features:
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All of the La
Belle products were designed with soft-lines and
gentle curvatures.
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Many of the
washbasins variations are available with La Rose,
a delicate flower tendril, swooping across the
ceramic.
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Stunning champagne LaFleur
faucets, available through an exclusive partnership
with Dornbracht,
feature the subtle floral motif La
Rose, and compliment the La Belle products.
To make your
bathroom ‘happily ever after’ or to learn more about
La Belle please contact Amy Wallace at
714-573-0899 ext. 234 or
amy@echomediapr.com.
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Electronic Pet Door
Lets Your Animal In While Keeping Others Out.
Pet Doors USA's Latest Plexidor
Product Offers Ease-Of-Use,Convenience and Security.
www.dogdoors.com
(Bradenton, Florida) "It's a technological twist on
the pet door that combines convenience with security
and safety " for pet owners and pets alike.
Plexidor Pet Doors offers the Plexidor Electronic
that opens exclusively for your pet via a wearable
pass code "collar key". It is like having a
personalized garage door and electronic opener
specifically for your dogs. And your dog is the only
one with the electronic opener code.
The Plexidor Electronic is the
latest product for the veteran Plexidor company,
which has been in the pet door business for over 23
years. "Having a technological tool like this is
great for the health and comfort of the pet too,"
says PlexidorPresident Joe Ambrose. "It allows the
pets to go outside when they have to, not when you
are able to let them out."He adds, "For the pet
owner, it is very helpful in preventing pet messes
in the house from the pet having to hold it too
long."
How Does The Plexidor Electronic
Pet Door Work? "Collar keys" come programmed; simply
clip it to the collar.
The technology in the door reads and recognizes the
code as the pet approaches the door and allows
entrance. The pet door panel slides up and down like
a mini-garage door.
The Plexidor collar key is
actually an RFID chip. This leading-edge technology
is passive, requires no batteries and
allows you to have as many of your pets to use the
door without ever have to worry about the neighbors
pets or wild animals
coming in your pet door. The RFID tag is also
waterproof, shockproof and very rugged.
The Plexidor Electronic Door
itself is sturdy, rust-proof, energy efficient and
does not blow open like most mud flap pet
doors. The product is made with aluminum framing
and high impact ABS panels, the same material used
for football helmets.
A safety mechanism prevents the door from closing
while obstructed, preventing pinched tails, paws or
fingers.
The Plexidor Electronic Pet Door
comes in bronze and white, and various sizes to
match all pets. The product line ranges in
prices from $129 to $800 depending on size and
model. They can be purchased direct or through
dealers, and are also available
at:
www.dogdoors.com or by calling 800-749-9609.
Installers are positioned all over the United States
and Canada.
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Animal Rescue Site
 Animal
Rescue Site asks you to click on their site to help get
FREE FOOD
donated every day to abused and neglected animals. It
takes less than a minute (about 15 seconds) to go to
their site and click on the purple box 'fund food for
animals for free'. This doesn't cost you a thing. Their
corporate sponsors/advertisers use the number of daily
visits to donate food to abandoned/neglected animals in
exchange for advertising. Here's the web site! Please
pass it along to people you know.
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New
StrapDoctor Fashion Accessory Provides The
Cure For "Slipping Bra Strap Syndrome" -
FREE
www.GetStrapDoctor.com
(Prince Edward Island, Canada) -- It's a
nagging problem that affects more than half of
the female population. More and more women are
complaining about being bothered by slipping bra
straps, dress straps and even tank top straps.
But now a product called "StrapDoctor" has been
launched to comfortably and effectively stop any
strap from sliding down the shoulder.
StrapDoctor is a small strip
of material with hundreds of microscopic hooks
that attach to the underside of any bra strap.
The other side of the StrapDoctor sports a soft,
smooth, non-slip material that provides a
comfortable, virtually unnoticeable hold on the
shoulder. Reusable, washable and almost
invisible, these practical patches can be used
on hundreds of types of strapped clothing. What
sets StrapDoctor apart from other similar
products on the market is that it can be applied
by one person and it can be left attached to the
strap all the time, even when being laundered.
�I figure that the bra
manufacturers are in the business of selling
bras, while I'm in the business of solving
bra-slipping problems," says StrapDoctor
inventor and company President Paula Fraser.
"Slipping Bra Strap Syndrome, as we call it,
affects over 53 percent of the female
population," Fraser says, "but we are now in
business to reduce those numbers significantly."
Initial customers say that because of the
holding power of the StrapDoctor, they are even
able to loosen their straps a bit allowing for
even more comfort.
Fraser, a blueberry farmer by
trade, didn't set out to be in the bra business.
This mother of three came up with the idea to
fix her own slipping strap and then realized the
idea had widespread commercial merit. The bra
business is big business - busting out at over
$5 billion dollars a year in North America
alone. And Fraser is doing business unlike any
other bra accessory business out there. The
company is starting out by GIVING AWAY a
StrapDoctor package FREE to anyone who wants
one.
Simply go to -
www.GetStrapDoctor.com - provide a mailing
address and pay the $3 shipping fee. And then,
StrapDoctor will soon be making a house call to
your home. The free package contains 2 pairs of
straps and has a retail value of $9.95. The
company is poised to give away one million
packages of the patented inventions until
October 31, 2009. Fraser says she's confident
that once women try her invention, they'll be
hooked for life.
For more information, go to:
www.GetStrapDoctor.com
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