Sea Turtle Rescue Program

Charleston, SC (PRWEB) May 18, 2012

Mark your calendar for this Friday, May 18th. At 3:00 p.m. sharp the South Carolina Aquarium Sea Turtle Rescue Program will be releasing two loggerhead sea turtles back into the wild. Brought into the hospital on the brink of death, these two resilient turtles have made a full recovery. This release is being held in partnership with the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) and the Charleston County Parks and Recreation Commission (CCPRC). The event is open to the public; attendees should plan to carpool, arrive early, and expect to pay for parking at the County Park.

More on the sea turtles being released:

Jammer: Jammer is a 93-pound juvenile loggerhead sea turtle. S/he was rescued on the Isle of Palms near the Windjammer beach bar in April of last year. When brought into the hospital by SCDNR, Jammer was in extremely debilitated suffering from emaciation, dehydration, and had a heart rate of only 7 beats per minute. Upon admittance, there was concern that Jammer had neurological damage because s/he was swimming in circles in the same direction, but after several weeks of intensive care, Jammer began swimming normally. Treatment included antibiotics, fluids, vitamin injections, barnacle removal and treatment for shell damage due to secondary infection. After more than a year of treatment, Jammer is finally ready for the journey back into the Atlantic Ocean.

Hamlin Creek: Hamlin Creek is a 75-pound juvenile loggerhead sea turtle found in Hamlin Creek, also located on the Isle of Palms. S/he was rescued in June of last year suffering from severe dermatitis, dehydration, and had poor blood work. Treatment for Hamlin Creek included fluids, vitamin injections, and antibiotics. Since being admitted to the Sea Turtle Hospital, Hamlin Creek has gained weight and his/her skin has fully healed. Feisty and healthy, Hamlin Creek is ready to venture back into the open ocean.

Turtle Release Details:

Two patients being released
May 18, 2012
3:00 p.m.
Isle of Palms County Park, Isle of Palms, S.C.
Arrive early to get parking and avoid lines (parking fees apply)
Visitors are encouraged to carpool!

It costs approximately $ 36 per day to treat each sea turtle in the hospital, which amounts to a program budget of close to $ 321,000 each year. The Sea Turtle Rescue Program is part of the South Carolina Aquarium, a 501(c)3 non-profit that relies on the support of the community to treat and rehabilitate these endangered species. You can help support the program by making a donation and by visiting the hospital on a behind-the-scenes tour. Just go to http://www.scaquarium.org for more information. With your support, staff can continue to rehabilitate sick and injured sea turtles found along our coast.

Friday’s release is actually taking place on Endangered Species Day. The Sea Turtle Rescue Program is just one of the many ways the Aquarium is committed to protecting South Carolina’s wildlife, fish, and plants at risk of extinction.

For all media inquiries, please contact Kate Dittloff at (843) 579-8660 or kdittloff(at)scaquarium(dot)org

About the South Carolina Aquarium Sea Turtle Rescue Program:

In partnership with the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR), the South Carolina Aquarium Sea Turtle Rescue Program works to rescue, rehabilitate and release sea turtles that strand along the South Carolina coast. Located in the Aquarium, the Sea Turtle Hospital admits 20 to 30 sea turtles each year. Many of these animals are in critical condition and some are too sick to save.

According to SCDNR, over the last 10 years the average number of sea turtle standings on South Carolina beaches each year is 130. Of these, roughly 10% are alive and successfully transported to the Sea Turtle Hospital. To date, the South Carolina Aquarium has successfully rehabilitated and released 90 sea turtles and is currently treating 6 patients. The average cost for each patient’s treatment is $ 36 a day with the average length of stay reaching nine months.

About the South Carolina Aquarium:

The South Carolina Aquarium, Charleston’s most visited attraction, features thousands of amazing aquatic animals from river otters and sharks to loggerhead turtles in more than 60 exhibits representing the rich biodiversity of South Carolina from the mountains to the sea. Dedicated to promoting education and conservation, the Aquarium also presents fabulous views of Charleston harbor and interactive exhibits and programs for visitors of all ages.

The South Carolina Aquarium, a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization and is open Daily from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. The Aquarium is closed Thanksgiving Day, half day Dec. 24 (open 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.) and Dec. 25. Admission prices are: Toddler’s (1 and under) free; Youth (2-11) $ 12.95; Adults (12-61) $ 19.95; Seniors (62+) $ 18.95. The Aquarium plus the 4-D Theater experience is free for Toddler’s, $ 17.95 for Children, $ 24.95 for Adults, and $ 23.95 for Seniors. The 4-D Theater experience only is $ 6.95 for Children, Adults and Seniors and $ 2.95 for Members and Member Guests. Military, senior, college and group discounts are available. For more information call 843-720-1990 or visit scaquarium.org. Memberships are available by calling 843-577-FISH.

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Lynnwood, Washington (PRWEB) May 17, 2012

The Snohomish County Tourism Bureau has launched an intensive research program designed to discover, define and design the area’s competitive differentiator – i.e. what makes Snohomish County special so it can stand out among tourism destinations. The ultimate goal of this initiative is to bring more awareness to the area and attract more visitors to Snohomish County.

To bring outside objectivity to the project, the Tourism Bureau has partnered with Nashville-based North Star Destination Strategies. North Star has helped develop destination brands for more than 150 communities nationwide.

“We are delighted to be working with North Star on this project. The review committee representing tourism partners from around Snohomish County are confident in North Star’s ability to help drive the direction for tourism marketing of Snohomish County,” said Amy Spain, Executive Director of the Snohomish County Tourism Bureau.

“Your brand is what people say about you when you’re not around. In other words, your reputation.” explains Don McEachern, CEO of North Star. “Many times people choose to visit to a place based wholly on the word-of-mouth about it. Branding is what you do to change or refine that message. We are delighted to be working with the Snohomish County Tourism Bureau in this capacity.”

The integrated process includes research, strategy and creative development. The first stage is research and comprises about 80% of the work. “Here we determine the state of your existing brand,” says McEachern. More than 15 pieces of qualitative and quantitative research will paint a thorough picture of how Snohomish County is thought of today. This research includes an assessment of the environment; inquiry origin, visitor origin, demographics and psychographics of residents and visitors; perceptions of visitors, residents and stakeholders; and a review of current communications and the competition.

Using that research, North Star will develop a brand strategy that is relevant to the area’s current situation but also differentiates it to consumers. “The research will not only tell our existing story, it will yield insights that point us in the direction of our desired future story,” says Amy Spain.

The final stage of the project will involve the development of a brand identity guide for Snohomish County. “Suggestions for the brand’s look and language, as well as a new logo and tagline are a part of this guide. But a brand is so much more than that,” stresses McEachern. “Your community needs to wear this new brand like a second skin. We will provide you the creative tools and ideas to make that happen.” This includes ideas for communications, signage, special events, community outreach, online initiatives, merchandising and more.

“Snohomish County has a tremendous opportunity to develop into a prime tourism destination. With North Star’s assistance, we will be able to tap into the intrinsic, diverse charms of our county and tell the world with a unified voice why Snohomish County should be their next vacation destination.”

If you are interested in learning more about the Snohomish County branding initiative, contact Amy Spain at the Snohomish County Tourism Bureau at amy(at)snohomish(dot)org. To learn more about North Star Destination Strategies, visit http://www.northstarideas.com.

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Discount designer watches

Hollywood, Florida (PRWEB) May 16, 2012

eWatches.com, a leading online retailer of watches for men and women today announced that it has been identified as being among the top 100 distributors of discount designer watches in the nation. Once named one of the 500 fastest growing companies in the nation by Inc. Magazine, it has since grown all the more rapidly.

Since being founded in 2003, eWatches has become a top destination in watches for men and watches for women. Indeed, the award-winning website has been selling watches to tens of thousands of satisfied customers for almost a decade—their 10th anniversary will be celebrated (in a big way) in 2013, only six months away and already in the works.

The incredible inventory of thousands of styles from over 50 sought-after designers includes discount designer watches by the likes of Invicta, Stuhrling, Swiss Legend, Lucien Piccard, Swiss Army watches, Bulova, Seiko watches, Skagen watches, and the ever-popular Glam Rock watches. Both men and women from all over the nation have made eWatches their first shopping destination for discount designer watches.

Some of the most popular styles sold include I by Invicta, Stuhrling Original watches, Swiss Legend Karamica, Dufonte by Lucien Piccard, Swiss Army Victorinox watches, Accutron by Bulova, Seiko Kinetic, the Glam Rock watches Miami collection and Skagen watches for women. There are literally thousands of discount designer watches at up to 91% off the suggested retail value. It is their commitment to discount designer watch pricing that has had more and more shoppers flocking to eWatches.com for the best prices and customer service on the Web.

Over the past decade, eWatches has earned a flawless reputation for customer service and satisfaction. There is, after all, a 100% satisfaction guarantee offered with every purchase. Each purchase at eWatches.com also comes sales-tax free (unless ordered within the state of Florida). And—as if that were not already impressive—each order comes with free shipping on domestic orders, with the option to upgrade to 2-day shipping for only $ 5 more. With all this plus a 30-day money back guarantee, it’s no wonder eWatches is not only one of the nation’s fastest growing companies, but also one of the Web’s top destinations for discount designer watches in the world.

What’s more, each and every day eWatches hosts flash sales, one-hour watch deals, deals of the day and more. Regular holiday events also being spectacular savings at eWatches.com They thereby cement their reputation as the leading online retailer of discount designer watches because each and every day there are incredible deals to be had. Stay tuned for future announcements about designer spotlights, new collections and sales events as spectacular as 90% off discount designer watches.

About eWatches

eWatches.com is an award-winning website that has been selling watches to tens of thousands of satisfied customers since 2003. In both 2007 and 2008, Inc. Magazine selected eWatches.com as one of America’s 500 Fastest Growing Companies in its annual Inc. 500 list. eWatches gives customers a superior shopping experience with:

Free Shipping on all domestic orders
100% Satisfaction Guarantee
Low Price Guarantee
30 Day Money Back Guarantee

To get the latest buzz and inside scoop, visit and follow eWatches on Facebook and Twitter at ‘ewatches.com’.

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Wedding Invitations Designed, Printed and Shipped Completely Free

(PRWEB) May 14, 2012

PartyPOP.com recently announced free wedding invitations and an RSVP website for any engaged couple in the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom. The company has re-purposed their 2012 marketing budget in hopes of building brand awareness and loyalty. According to reports from within the Southern California based company, it’s working.

PartyPOP.com features over 2 million highly accomplished and professional companies in the event planning industry. Some of these companies include McLean Avenue, Birthday Boutique-Fabulous Party Themes for Kids, Mad Science of St. Louis and All Animal Productions.

McLean Avenue is a collection of well-known Irish/Celtic performers in the New York area. The group specializes in festivals, weddings and parties around the world, covering Celtic, Irish and Pop music. McLean Avenue carefully blends traditional Irish tunes, waltzes and upbeat hits with the dancing songs of today’s modern world music. With years of experience as musicians and stage performers, clients will have a combination of professionalism and talent when booking the band. Together, they combine tradition with masterpieces and form a dynamic super-band sound. McLean covers all aspects of music and can tailor music sets to suit the needs of clients at a price that fits any budget. More information can be found online at http://www.partypop.com/v/4118142.

Birthday Boutique-Fabulous Party Themes for Kids is a nationwide children’s party company committed to bringing fun and excitement in a variety of ways to any memorable event. Rather than a uniform “24/7 warehouse shelf” approach, the company specializes in tailoring a unique party experience both creative and personalized to what customers envision. From games to party favors, invitations to costumes, Birthday Boutique is a full service company. Popular “Party to Go” packages include Diva Glitter ‘n Glam Party, Teacups and Tiaras, Glitz and Gloss Spa Party, Spy Adventure, Superheroes, Pirate Adventure and more. The Bear Friends Factory To Go is among the most popular party. Birthday Boutique provides everything needed to create many different stuffed animals. More information can be found at http://www.partypop.com/v/4051695.

Mad Science of St. Louis offers a large selection of after-school, preschool, summer and vacation programs, workshops, special events and birthday parties. From educational children’s programs to educational entertainment, Mad Science sparks imaginative learning. All programs are animated on-location by highly trained professional instructors equipped with awe-inspiring gear.

The company has won multiple awards including the Best St. Louis Party Entertainers Award. Instructors mix exciting science demonstrations and experiments with interactive hands-on activities to entertain and educate children. Science themed shows are designed to amaze an audience of a size at school and camp assemblies, scout activity days, grand opening events, holiday, birthday and block parties, street fairs, schools, and carnivals. More information can be found online at http://www.partypop.com/v/4066719.

Located in Hesperia, California, All Animal Productions offers comprehensive animal event planning services perfect for any occasion. The company specializes in enhancing special events with the presence of beautiful and safe animals. Popular choices for weddings include white dove or butterfly releases and carriage rides. For corporate events and private parties All Animal Productions can provide reptiles, exotic birds, forest creatures and even African cats and jungle animals.

Services for corporate functions include: photo booths, animal shows, pony rides, petting zoo, and animal exhibits. For private parties, All Animal Productions suggests theme parties. Jungle party, Rainforest Party, Zoo Party, and African Party are just some suggestions. Other popular themes are Australian Parties or the Lions, Tigers and Bears – Oh My party. All Party Productions has a longstanding relationship with multiple dedicated and excellent service providers. These relationships make sure All Animal Productions can service any event with animals their client’s desire. More information can be found online at http://www.partypop.com/v/4357140.

About PartyPOP.com: the largest party, wedding and event planning online network:

Before the Internet era, the professionals at PartyPOP.com were successful hands-on party planners and special event producers. For more than a decade PartyPOP has translated 30 years of party planning experience onto the Internet. Millions of vendors are listed on the network consisting of 60+ websites and tens of millions of customers have used the network to plan their parties, weddings and events. PartyPOP.com also provides party and event related tips, themes and ideas, as well as a free full wedding planning software called Seating Arrangement.

About Free Printed Invitations by PartyPOP.com:

PartyPOP provides every bride and groom across the USA, Canada and the U.K. with free beautifully designed wedding invitations, printed on 80lbs card stock paper with matching envelopes and wedding website. Even door to door shipping is included at no cost. There are no hidden fees, no obligations to buy and no strings attached!

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Team Building iPad Scavenger Hunt

Orlando, FL (PRWEB) May 10, 2012

The competitive advantage today goes to businesses leveraging the power of technology to help drive success. And tech-related activities are top team building trends for business events, meetings and conferences nationwide. Always up to speed with the latest and very best, Wildly Different developed the iPad Hunt to help companies build smart-working, successful teams…teams of professionals who are focused on the future and ready for the next big opportunity!

The iPad Scavenger Hunt is a new twist on the traditional team building hunt, featuring exciting interactive tech-driven clues that may involve video, photographs, and/or puzzles to power up the fun! Some clever clues may even involve props or other items, such as a QR code, that must be paired with the iPad in order to solve clues. Nell Gyenes,spokesperson for Wildly Different, says “Corporate team building is at the center of everything we do at Wildly Different. This new hunt will make a great addition to the growing list of team building activities we offer our clients”. This activity is a brilliant stand-out for meetings and businesses looking to experience team building in a whole new way – Updated, Upgraded and Improved.

Like the iPad, this team building activity is loaded with new features to meet demands of corporate and business clients looking for fresh, innovative ways to help their top people achieve their personal and professional best. For many groups, team activities provide the encouragement and motivation to pursue individual goals – while also enabling them to be better and stronger team players back at the office. ‘Play Outside The Cubicle’ is not only the company motto, it is the success factor to the Wildly Different approach – they help to empower individuals to become more strategic, creative and effective.

Imagine the excitement of the teams when they discover the iPad will be the tool they use to skillfully navigate challenges and adventures over several hours. After a brief hands-on tutorial, teams learn how the custom iPad Hunt app works and then they are provided a special password to start. From there, teams are off and running! Clues may be customized to incorporate interesting facts and sights in the event area, which may be a theme park, outdoor shopping center, business center, community park or resort area. The iPad Hunt is a new level of performance technology allowing it to be customized and played in many varied locations. To add a personalized touch, the company logo may be displayed on multiple screens for maximum visibility, plus putting the company into the action, throughout the hunt.

Based in Orlando, Florida, and with over twenty years of experience in the corporate team building business, Wildly Different has enjoyed the privilege of working with companies both large and small, and from a wide range of industries. The Wildly Different team consists of seasoned professionals with expertise in Leisure Services, Recreation and Marketing, and trained as activity directors, meeting planners, event marketers and fundraising event directors.

A Wildly Different team building event is competitively priced, with the availability of unique customized options offered at various price points for groups or teams both small and large. To learn more, visit: WildlyDifferent.com or for more information on how to book a team building or networking event for your business, contact Nell Gyenes at (407) 952-9057 or by email: nell(at)wildlydifferent(dot)com

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Guilford, CT (PRWEB) May 10, 2012

American Cruise Lines (http://www.americancruiselines.com) announced today its Culinary Cruise Collection, a various selection of cruises that place special emphasis on the trademark cuisine of specific cruising regions, including Alaska, New England, Chesapeake Bay, the Mississippi River and the Pacific Northwest:

Alaskan King Crab Cruise: Guests will indulge in “all you can eat” Alaskan King Crab, sampling a variety of different recipes and preparation styles during this brand new theme cruise, available this summer on select seven-night roundtrip cruises from Juneau. While enjoying this highly sought after delicacy, they will discover Alaskan culture and heritage, and breathtaking sights such as electric blue glaciers and a diversity of wildlife. Featured Dates: Aug. 18, 2012; July 27, 2013.

Lobster Festival Cruise: An American Cruise Lines specialty theme offered on both the Maine Coast & Harbors and New England Islands itineraries, guests enjoy a traditional lobsterbake in Rockland, ME or Newport, RI, an entirely catered event with complimentary beverage service. They will also have the option of going aboard a lobster boat one afternoon for a hands-on demonstration of the catching process. During the seven-night cruise, lobstermen and local experts come aboard to tell the evolutionary tale of this American delicacy. Featured Dates: Aug. 25, 2012; July 20, 2013.

Crabfest Cruise: Offered on the Chesapeake Bay, one of America’s most captivating waterways, guests will enjoy tantalizing feasts prepared by highly skilled chefs, with specialty dishes featuring fresh Maryland crab from the Chesapeake Bay. Historians and local watermen are invited onboard to detail the region’s maritime heritage. Featured Dates: June 30, 2012; June 15, 2013

Culinary & Wine Themed Cruise: Culinary masters aboard the Queen of the West on the Columbia & Snake Rivers create a delectable all-American menu, tailored with ingredients for which the Pacific Northwest is known, such as salmon and succulent tenderloin. Each day the selection of offerings uses only the finest and freshest foods, many of which are sourced from local markets. A wine connoisseur joins guests aboard for basic lessons on wine making, tasting and food pairing. In port, various different wineries are visited in both Oregon and Washington. Featured Dates: Oct. 20, 2012; May 4, 2013.

Savories of the South Cruise: Available on select Mississippi River itineraries, this mouthwatering theme cruise sheds light on the many tempting dishes of the South, and will give guests a whole new appreciation for true southern comfort food, from Cajun to Creole and BBQ. Local historians, culinary experts and featured chefs will educate passengers on the rich history of some of the South’s most vibrant cities, such as New Orleans, and their famous cuisines. While in port, guests will be privy to exclusive cooking demonstrations and tastings. Featured Dates: Dec. 15, 2012; March 2, 2013.

“Theme cruises are extremely popular as they add an extra element of connectivity among our already like-minded guests,” said Timothy Beebe, Vice President of American Cruise Lines. “This particular collection pays tribute to the culinary delicacies for which several of our cruising regions are so well known. If there’s one thing that brings people together, it’s food.”

About American Cruise Lines

American Cruise Lines, the largest U.S. cruise company, operates the newest fleet of small ships in the industry and offers more than 35 unique itineraries along the inland waterways and rivers of the Pacific Northwest, Alaska, the Mississippi River System and the U.S. East Coast, from New England to Florida. To learn more about American Cruise Lines, visit our Website at http://www.americancruiselines.com or call (800) 814-6880. Also find us on Facebook and Twitter.

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Atlanta, GA (PRWEB) May 11, 2012

The Asian American Hotel Owners Association (AAHOA), one of the leading forces in the hospitality industry, would like to congratulate all of the award winners who were recognized during the 2012 AAHOA Annual Convention & Trade Show, which was held May 2-5 at the Omni Hotel at CNN Center and the Georgia World Congress Center. The winners include:

    Jay S. Patel, CHA, Pensacola, Fla., received the AAHOA Award for Excellence, which recognizes the Asian American hotelier who has made a significant contribution to the lodging industry and demonstrated strong leadership, and high standards of excellence.
    Manan A. Patel, CHO, Allentown, Pa., received the Outstanding Young Professional Hotelier Award, which recognizes an individual under the age of 30 who has displayed a potential for development and success, and who has exemplified the spirit, dedication and professional achievement of the Asian American hotelier.
    Kalpana K. Patel, CHO, Los Angeles, Calif., received the Outstanding Woman Hotelier of the Year Award, which recognizes the woman hotelier who has demonstrated strong leadership qualities, a commitment to lodging excellence, and made significant contributions to the industry and her community.
    Jagdip “Jags” Patel, CHO, Arlington, Texas, received the Cecil B. Day Community Service Award, which recognizes an individual who has demonstrated a strong commitment to serving the Asian American community.
    U.S. Representative Joe Crowley (D-NY) and U.S. Representative Ed Royce (R-CA) each received the Political Forum Award for Advocacy, which recognizes an individual who is extensively involved with helping advance AAHOA’s mission and the concerns of its members by participating in the legislative process through political involvement and government affairs.
    Chottubhai Patel, Greensboro, N.C., received the Outreach Award for Philanthropy, which recognizes an individual who is deeply involved with philanthropic and charitable activities, either locally or abroad, by helping the cause of humanity at large.
    Grand View Inn, Hermosa Beach, Calif., owned by Amish Desai, received the IAHA Independent Hotel of the Year Award, which honors an independent hotel that sets a high standard of excellence in quality, service and guest satisfaction.

“Each year, we recognize the industry’s best and brightest with awards at our Annual Convention,” said Alkesh R. Patel, CHO, AAHOA Chairman. “These winners all exemplify the commitment and drive that it takes to be true leaders in our industry.”

“On behalf of the AAHOA Board, we would like to congratulate all of this year’s winners as they represent the standard of excellence in the hospitality industry,” said Fred Schwartz, AAHOA President. “The enthusiasm and passion of our members is what enables our association to be a driving force, so we thank these winners for their hard work.”

About AAHOA

The Asian American Hotel Owners Association (AAHOA) is THE voice of owners in the hospitality industry. Founded in 1989, AAHOA is now one of the fastest-growing organizations in the industry, with nearly 11,000 members owning more than 20,000 hotels that total $ 128 billion in property value. AAHOA members employ 578,600 full- and part-time workers with a $ 9.4 billion payroll. AAHOA Officers include Chairman Alkesh R. Patel, CHO; Vice Chairman Mehul B. “Mike” Patel, CHA, CHO; Treasurer Pratik R. Patel, CHA, CHO; Secretary Jay R. “Jimmy” Patel, CHO; and President Fred Schwartz, each of whom works closely with a 33-member Board of Directors to provide direction for the association. AAHOA is dedicated to promoting and protecting the interests of its members by inspiring excellence through programs and initiatives in advocacy, industry leadership, professional development, member benefits, and community involvement.

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a fall and thanksgiving gift basket

San Francisco, CA (PRWEB) May 10, 2012

MyGiftBasketIdeas.com, a leading retailer of Thanksgiving gift baskets and other holiday and occasion themed tokens, announces that thanksgiving baskets are now also available for early order here.

A spokesperson from the company was asked to explain the decision to offer such early availability of these traditionally fall items on their website.

“Following the popularity of advance availability for Halloween gift baskets, we decided to add to the repertoire of holiday themed presents available for early birds. Due to customer demand, Thanksgiving gift baskets are the next holiday to receive the ‘buy early, don’t panic’ treatment.”

The company also noted that Thanksgiving gift baskets which celebrate abundance and gratitude can also work as year round presents as well, and not just in November.

Here are some food related facts about Thanksgiving from history.com:

    According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Minnesota is the top turkey-producing state in America, with a planned production total of 46.5 million in 2011. Six states—Minnesota, North Carolina, Arkansas, Missouri, Virginia, and Indiana—account for nearly two-thirds of the 248 million turkeys that will be raised in the U.S. this year.

    The National Turkey Federation estimated that 46 million turkeys—one fifth of the annual total of 235 million consumed in the United States in 2007—were eaten at Thanksgiving.

    In a survey conducted by the National Turkey Federation, nearly 88 percent of Americans said they eat turkey at Thanksgiving. The average weight of turkeys purchased for Thanksgiving is 15 pounds, which means some 690 million pounds of turkey were consumed in the U.S. during Thanksgiving in 2007.

    According to the Guinness Book of World Records, the largest pumpkin pie ever baked weighed 2,020 pounds and measured just over 12 feet long. It was baked on October 8, 2005 by the New Bremen Giant Pumpkin Growers in Ohio, and included 900 pounds of pumpkin, 62 gallons of evaporated milk, 155 dozen eggs, 300 pounds of sugar, 3.5 pounds of salt, 7 pounds of cinnamon, 2 pounds of pumpkin spice and 250 pounds of crust.

The full line of fall / thanksgiving themed items can be seen at: http://www.mygiftbasketideas.com/holiday-thanksgiving-gift-basket.html

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Lee and Joyce Madrazo (and TeddyBear) with their Newmar Dutchstar

Ft. Myers, FL (PRWEB) May 09, 2012

Ft. Myers, FL– With diesel prices up over $ 4/gallon, money saved during the initial purchase of an RV could go a long way…literally. By saving roughly $ 140,000 dollars on the purchase of a 2012 Newmar Dutch Star motorhome vs a 2012 Newmar Mountain Aire motorhome and getting roughly 8 miles to the gallon, someone could either drive their RV around the world roughly 5 times (about 24,000 miles each trip), or they could roughly drive it to the moon (about 285,000 miles)..one way that is!

However, there is nothing ‘rough’ about traveling in the all new, 2012 Newmar Dutch Star, luxury, class A, motorhome. Another bright star in the 2012 Newmar lineup, the Dutch Star is their premier mid-line coach that embodies luxury yet gives buyers choices about where to spend that ‘leftover’ cash. While it makes for good headlines, fuel price increases seem to make little difference for RV buyers. North Trail RV Center in Ft. Myers, FL is currently celebrating another record breaking season for RV sales along with award-winning service.

Lee and Joyce Madrazo, of Greenville, South Carolina just purchased their third Newmar motorhome from North Trail RV Center in Ft. Myers, FL and they decided on a gently, pre-owned Dutch Star. Their two previous coaches were both Moutain Aires. “We’ve had two Mountain Aire motorhomes previously,” says Joyce, “this one has the same amenities and we like it better!”

While the Mountain Aire is one step up from the Dutch Star in the Newmar product line and is now produced along side the high end Essex and King Aire, the Dutch Star holds its own with many of the same features, and gives luxury buyers a choice in the middle.

According to Dave Garl, Regional Account Manager for Newmar Corp., “With the 2012 Dutch Star, it’s the best thing on the market out there. There is a lot of coach for the money here.”

Featuring an upgraded, exterior paint job,Newmar’s patented Comfort Drive system, residential sized appliances, state of the art electronics, Corian and porcelain finishes, custom hardwood cabinetry, and even a walk in closet with laundry room, the Dutch Star won’t disappoint.

So, whether buyers choose to spend their hard saved money on fuel or moonrocks…with the 2012 Dutch Star, they won’t have to sacrifice luxury.

North Trail RV Center is the world’s largest Newmar dealer and has been for the last 8 consecutive years.

For more information, please visit http://www.northtrailrv.com or call 1-888-819-9973.

About North Trail RV Center

With coast to coast locations, North Trail RV Center is South Florida’s largest RV dealer. With over 50 million dollars of inventory on hand, North Trail RV Center features the best rv manufacturers such as Newmar, Tiffin, Fleetwood, Keystone RV, American Coach, Pleasure Way, Winnebago, Itasca and Jayco. For over 25 years, this locally-owned, family business has grown to employ over 170 people in 3 locations throughout South Florida. With major facility expansion plans for 2013 in Ft. Myers, North Trail RV Center will continue to be South Florida’s top, full-service rv dealer for many years to come. ‘Like Us’ on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/northtrailrv

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Kirkland, WA (PRWEB) May 08, 2012

Sircle™ Advertising, a startup intent on bringing product sampling into the digital era, today announced the hiring of product development veteran Bradley Bargen. Bargen comes to Sircle Advertising from Nuance Communications (NUAN), where he served for five years as a Vice President of Product Development in Nuance’s mobile software business unit.

“Brad is a powerful presence. He possesses a rare blend of engineering savvy and business acumen, as well as a background that includes systems engineering, big data analytics, game development, and of course mobile product development. His ability to deliver is exactly what Sircle has been looking for to drive our company forward,” said Cindy Engstrom, CEO of Sircle Advertising.

During his Nuance tenure, Bargen led the product development team responsible for shipping core technology components on billions of mobile devices worldwide, strengthened and diversified the product team with a half dozen successful acquisitions, and reshaped the mobile product line to address the rapidly blossoming smart phone market and incorporate a broader range of Nuance technologies. A tech veteran, Bargen also authored Inside DirectX, a book about the eponymous gaming platform, during his time at Microsoft.

Engstrom had invited Bargen to found the company with her, but the timing to depart Nuance wasn’t right for him until recently. “It has been tough to say goodbye to the hardworking, innovative team at Nuance,” said Bargen. “I enjoyed my time there and learned a tremendous amount, but it was impossible to pass up a role that was such a perfect fit. The opportunity to help Sircle drive innovation where consumer technology, advertising and retail intersect is an exciting space to be in.”

As Chief Product Officer, Bargen will lead the technology vision and implementation of Sircle Advertising’s campaign management and analytic tools, web properties, and mobile applications.

Sircle Advertising reunites Engstrom, Bargen and Dianne Dominguez, the company’s Chief Design Officer, since their last joint tours at Wildseed, a startup that built a pre iPhone smartphone with interactive accessories. Wildseed was acquired by AOL.

About Sircle Advertising

Founded in April 2009, Sircle Advertising’s mission is to modernize product sampling for the digital era. Sircle Advertising works with health and beauty brands to help them increase targeted marketing efforts while driving down customer acquisition costs. Sircle Advertising is a privately held company and is headquartered in Kirkland, Washington. For more information please visit http://www.SircleAdvertising.com Dianne Dominguez Dianne Dominguez Bradley Bargen and see its solution in action at http://www.SircleSamples.com Dianne Dominguez Dianne Dominguez Bradley Bargen and http://www.IsThatOdd.com. Dianne Dominguez Dianne Dominguez Bradley Bargen

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