Ah, you love your mother - you only wish she wasn't such a technophobe. Well, your mother isn't alone. Millions of highly competent adults find themselves nearly paralyzed at the thought of operating in an increasingly digital universe. Just Tell Me How It Works: Practical Help for Adults on All-Things-Digital by Paul Lance is an answer to the prayers of those who feel overwhelmed, intimidated, or stymied by gaps in understanding created by having to cope with a technology learned largely on the fly. Fluidly written for adults who are not dummies, this book ...

The 222-room hotel in the Isla Verde tourism district in the San Juan Metropolitan Area is offering a special deal on an early Summer Package with many perks. The package includes: - Three day, two-night stay for two adults in standard accommodations - Up to two children under 16 years old are welcome to stay sharing room with adults at no additional cost - Welcome Rondanza, Verdanza's signature rum cocktail made with Rums of Puerto Rico, per adult - Daily buffet breakfast for two - One 12 inch pizza - A 15% discount voucher valid at any one of Verdanza's restaurants. The ...

American Energy Education and Research Center, Inc (AEERC) an organization dedicated to providing education and raising awareness for matters related to America's renewable and nonrenewable energy sectors, has appointed Benedictine High School and John Carroll University graduate John Browne to the position of President. The timing comes just prior to Browne's sixth non-fiction release, The Alternative Lie; a book that discusses solutions to Washington's flawed energy agenda. In the book, Browne makes it clear that he is not anti-alternative green energy, saying, "I ...

Learn how to do more in 3D by attending an informative workshop in Atlanta on April 22, 2014. NeoMetrix is the premier provider of solutions for 3D scanning, 3D printing, reverse engineering & rapid prototyping. According to Dan Perreault, president of NeoMetrix: "We'll have some of the latest technology in 3D scanning, CAD and 3D printing. The cost of this technology continues to drop, while the capabilities expand." NeoMetrix will be conducting live demonstrations of the following systems: • 3D Scanners from Geomagic, Creaform and Steinbichler • 3D Printers ...

Analytical Design Solutions, Inc. dba KioWare, a premier provider of secure kiosk software, is pleased to announce the award of their General Services Administration (GSA) Information Technology Schedule 70 Contract (IT Schedule). KioWare's GSA Schedule Contract Number GS-35F-277BA is valid through March 29, 2019 and has three five-year extension options. As an indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity, government-wide contract, KioWare's GSA IT Schedule can be utilized by federal, state, and local buyers to secure the company's kiosk software solutions at pre-negotiated ...

Christie projection technology is an integral part of a groundbreaking hybrid display wall solution for Idaho Power's new control room that is helping the electric utility serve its half-million customers with a more efficient, more informative, and more reliable monitoring system. The SA2 patent-pending solution designed by Primate Technologies, Inc. overlays dynamic projected content from a series of Christie DS+6K-M SXGA 3-chip DLP projectors onto a digital-based modular tile mapboard from Monitor Mapboard Systems. The unique combination allows abnormal conditions to ...

DonorNation, the Marketplace with a Heart , and the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of America (CCFA) are excited to announce their joint commitment to raise awareness and funds to support research, education and patient support for all spectrum of Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis (UC), also known as inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD). Through this strategic partnership, CCFA is eligible to receive up to 100 percent of net proceeds made through purchases on DonorNation's online platform. In addition, CCFA's community and supporters have the ability to donate goods and ...

Willig, Williams & Davidson, a Pennsylvania labor and employment law firm, recently was honored by Philadelphia VIP (Volunteers for the Indigent Program) with its William J. Brennan Award in recognition of the firm's outstanding commitment to the provision of pro bono legal services. The award was presented on March 31, 2014 at the Wilma Theater during Philadelphia VIP's annual awards ceremony and reception. Philadelphia VIP bestows its highest honor, the William J. Brennan Award, upon firms, corporations and individuals that accept the most referrals and provide ...

Lisa Marie Kao, founder and CEO of MyntSmile will present career development sessions at the 5th Annual NAAMBA Leadership & Conference Exposition taking place November 7th - 9th in Boston, MA. Ms. Kao will share her experience and expertise on a range of topics from personal branding to the building and fostering of business relationships integral to successful synergistic results. In addition, contemporary issues unique to women entrepreneurs will also be addressed during her presentation. Participating alongside Ms. Kao will be global and nationally recognized ...

Acclaimed Native wisdom-holder and teacher, Ohki Simine Forest, is holding a teaching Circle on Wed., May 14, from 7pm - 9:30pm, at Yoga and Nia for Life, 135 Commonwealth Ave., West Concord, MA. During this Native Teaching Circle, Ohki guides participants into an authentic introduction to Red Lodge shamanism. Invoking the Medicine of Wisdom Owl, Ohki exposes the illusory mirrors of Western culture from which many imbalances arise and which may obstruct people in their efforts to foster healthier families, communities & nations. Ohki shares a path of true healing ...

Women Who Run It, the e-magazine for strong, empowered, driven women, values female leadership. Women Who Run It believes that the best way for a woman to achieve her goals is to learn from another woman. That is why Women Who Run It has teamed up with Arianna Huffington to support her event Thrive: A Third Metric Live Event. Thrive is a two day event in New York City on April 24-25. The event is hosted by Arianna Huffington, the President and Editor-In-Chief of the Huffington post, and Mika Brezezinski, Co-host of "Morning Joe on MSNBC. Also in attendance will be actress ...

Kurtis Taylor, a former member of the legendary Motown group, The Temptations, has signed his group "Kurtis Taylor's Temptations Review" with Star Biz Entertainment, Inc. for both management and booking. The company has plans for the group to do a studio recording project as well as a heavy schedule of performance dates among other activities to be announced. Few groups in music history evoke as many memories as those associated with the Motown sound and few groups are part of an elite club of names that everyone remembers... Meet Kurtis Taylor's Temptations Review! ...

Who first thought of attaching a bit of cord onto the earpiece of sunglasses so you could hang them around your neck? As strange as that idea once might have been, it became a staple item in the eyewear business spawning several highly successful brands, like Croakies, Chums, Cablz and a long list of others. The same problem that made sunglasses lanyards useful - asking the simple question, "What do I do with my sunglasses if I need to remove them for a few minutes?" - is now being applied to the ubiquitous earbud with a new product called iLanyard. If you're at the ...

BlueGrace Logistics Franchise owner Slade Casey of BlueGrace Marietta (http://www.mybluegrace.com/mga), is running in the 2014 Boston Marathon. Casey qualified for participation in 2014 and will be leading the way for BlueGrace. Slade has been a Franchise owner since 2013 and has since provided a strong presence in the area. Members of the BlueGrace headquarters plan to watch his progress online as he runs for one of the most memorable races to date. "I am blessed to have qualified at a time when remembrance, sadness and celebration will dominate the emotions of the ...

The Massachusetts Nonprofit Network recently named Nonotuck Resources Associates of Florence, Mass. and Horace Mann Educational Associates (HMEA) of Franklin, Mass. as finalists for the 2014 Nonprofit Excellence Awards. The two companies are one of four finalists in the Collaboration category. "Our collaboration with HMEA has benefited countless individuals and families over the years. Being selected as a finalist with our valued business partner is a tremendous honor but what we have been able to accomplish by working with the professionals at HMEA has been even more ...

Pancheros Mexican Grill (www.pancheros.com), a fast casual Mexican restaurant famous for its creation of Bob the Tool, opens its newest New Jersey location in Bridgewater. In honor of the grand-opening, the location will be offering a $1 burrito promotion on April 22nd from 4-6pm. From quesadillas to burrito bowls and salads, Pancheros' delicious options are all made with fresh vegetables and grilled meat. Committed to bringing the best taste to each guest, Pancheros enlists the help of a special friend, "Bob the Tool" a special plastic spatula used to mix ingredients ...

Luminary Publishing is an independent media company based in Kingston, New York that specializes in creating media that illuminates the Hudson Valley lifestyle. Luminary Publishing first began 20 years ago with Chronogram, a monthly arts and culture magazine which was later joined by their quarterly real estate magazine, Upstate House, and online real estate blog Upstater.com to help bring the Hudson Valley lifestyle to New York City. In addition to their two flagship publications, Luminary Publishing creates custom publications for partner clients such as Dutchess County ...

Gamry Instruments, manufacturer of electrochemical instruments, has entered the world of online shopping with the launch of its ecommerce site: orders.gamry.com. Gamry created this site to support their customers with an easy way to access replacement parts and accessories for their current line of cell kits, quartz crystals and other hardware they manufacture. Currently online ordering and shipping is available only to customers who reside in the United States. Gamry Instruments was founded in 1989 designing and manufacturing precision electrochemical instrumentation ...

Jim Wright, a Certified PGA Class A Member, is now offering golf lessons at Golfer's Grail Indoor Golf & Tap in Tampa. He is an experienced player and instructor, providing more than 20,000 lessons in his career. As a player, Jim won the 2013 West Central PGA Chapter Senior Championship and was the 2013 PGA West Central Chapter Senior Player of the Year. He qualified second in the 2013 NFPGA Section Senior National Professional Championship. He has also conducted more than 1,000 golf tournaments in his PGA career. Jim is a graduate of the University of Central Florida ...

Sagefrog Marketing Group, a leading Google Partner, is hosting Google's Partners Connect event at the Sagefrog Marketing Group headquarters in Doylestown, PA on May 21st from 2:00 to 3:00 pm EST. Google Executives will lead the discussion on business growth initiatives, via live telecast, and Google certified experts from the Sagefrog Online Marketing Team will be present to help answer questions. Presenters and topics include: • Arjan Dijk, Vice President, Global Small Business Marketing - how small businesses can succeed on the web. • Fred Vallaeys, Google AdWords ...

Larry Freed and many of the former ForeSee executive team today announce the launch of 2nd Stage Partners, a new firm that will help companies efficiently increase the velocity of revenue growth from early stages to business maturity. "There are unprecedented efforts underway in both the private and public sector to get companies started, and that's a great thing," said Michael Finney, President and CEO of the Michigan Economic Development Corporation. "But then what? All too often, these companies find themselves with a lack of resources and expertise relevant to rapid ...

Everywhere we look today we see 'selfies'. The most famous 'selfie' ever taken, a celebrity explosion taken by Ellen Degeneres at the Oscars, made worldwide headlines. Others did not fare so well. Dr. Barbara Becker Holstein, Positive Psychologist and prolific published author, has made the case for the selfie. While many believe the selfie comes only under the heading of innocent fun, Dr. Holstein believes it can serve to help build esteem and to help record our lives. Used inappropriately, however, it can have undesired consequences. What is the difference? "A selfie," ...

Protecode, a leading provider of open source management solutions, today confirmed that users of its open source scanning products have been able to detect, flag and quickly respond to risks posed by security vulnerabilities against Heartbleed and certain versions of OpenSSL packages. Protecode products detect and report on open source security vulnerabilities within an organization's code portfolio and can help organizations mitigate damage from security threats. With its open source information-mining processes monitoring the National Vulnerability Database (NVD), ...

After years of helping Texas Governmental agencies, School Districts, Police, Fire and Municipalities in Texas and Oklahoma a low cost fuel saving device that requires no maintenance is now being distributed in South Florida. Governmental agencies are very proficient and are ECO Fuel Systems best customers. Over the years many products have come and gone making claims of reducing fuel consumption and pollution. In recent years with the advancement of computer systems on Diesel and Gasoline engines most HHO and other fuel saving products will not work without altering ...

The SongDoor 2014 International Songwriting Competition is now open for submissions. Awards totaling more than $41,000 will be give to entrants in six categories. Complete information is available at http://songdoor.com. "Last year was our biggest ever," said SongDoor president, Tony Zotta. "We want to continue growing, so we always add something new each year. This year, it's 'uVote.' From January 8-20, 2015, anyone can listen to and vote for their favorite finalist song. The writer of the winning song will receive $500 cash. You can vote for your own song, so you, ...