It's been a busy spring for the Connecticut members of the International Women's Forum! Members of the Forum's talented membership have been recognized by business and community groups, governmental bodies, and other organizations for their amazing talents and contributions. IWF-CT President Valarie Gelb, will be holding office hours for a select number of startups on April 24th to offer one-on-one mentorship as part of Launching with the Stars - CTNext. Ms. Gelb is the former Chief Sales Development Officer of MasterCard Worldwide and current CEO of. TheBarnYardGroup, ...

Jing Ying Institute of Kung Fu & Tai Chi (www.jingying.org), based in Arnold, is pleased to announce that World Tai Chi & Qigong Day will be celebrated this year on Saturday, April 27th 2013. We have scheduled activities at Annapolis Towne Centre from 10:00 am to 12:00 noon. Activities will be on the grassy area by the fountain between PF Changs and Brio and will include free workshops and demonstrations. The activities will begin with a Chinese Lion Dance performance by Jing Ying Institute of Arnold. There will be demonstrations of Tai Chi forms and weapons ...

Do-it-yourself direct deposit via ACH (Automated Clearing House) is faster and safer. Businesses that are seeking for an easy-to-use and flexible ACH file generator can try out the new ezACH deposit software from Halfpricesoft.com. The latest version rolled out with new feature to support multiple origination accounts with no extra charge. EzAch Deposit is designed to create direct deposit file for payroll, government TAX, Vendors bill payment, refund, investment dividends and fund collecting from customers. Other updates inside new version include Quick Data Upload ...

Mother's Day is right around the corner and men everywhere are in a state of panic. Minds are racing and frantic searching has begun with no clear direction in sight. Why? Mother's Day is the only true holiday that encompasses how a man feels and how much he appreciates his mother and/or his wife, the mother of his children. Well guys, leave the struggle and guesswork behind! This Mother's Day let Jewelry Box Direct take the stress out of finding that perfect gift! The biggest quality that a woman looks for in their Mother's Day gift is one that has usability, represents ...

Road trips offer families a chance to reconnect, travel and experience new things together without the hefty price tags that go along with air travel. Simply put, when 3 or more people are involved, you get more bang for your travel-buck by staying low to the ground. Stacks and Stacks Homewares brings its organizing expertise into the car with you, offering advice for a stress-free family road trip! Savvy Car Storage Tools - Make every inch count in your car with these tips: 1.Seat backs offer a great opportunity for organizing kids' car activities. A back seat organizer, ...

Well, the month of September is upon us and with that comes a month of education, education, and some more education. At my company, Gotcha Bed Bug Inspectors, we always say, "education is the key to staying bedbug free!" So, we thought we would explore some of the myths and misconceptions about those little blood sucking friends we're celebrating during the 30 days of September. In our travels visiting clients from hotel owners, business travelers and school administration, all the way to home owners, we have come across some very interesting methods our clients ...

"Effective UV blocking sunglasses and eyeglasses along with some common sense approaches can go a long way to minimizing the risk of UV sun eye damage," commented Fairfield County Ophthalmologist & Corneal Specialist Leslie Doctor, M.D. "We find that this time of year-as patients spend more time involved in outdoor activities-they tend to underestimate their risk of sun and UV damage to their eyes. It's actually greater than most people realize," she said. "One of the things most people are simply unaware of is that UV sun and eye damage can ...

Thumperino - Diary of a Superbunny, a chapter book for young/middle grade readers written by Amber L. Spradlin and published by Hocks Out Press, has reached number one on the Top 100 Children's Books list, spring 2013. The book was ranked number one on both the children and teen book lists by printing and distribution service giant LuLu.com, publisher of over 1.1 million titles. Thumperino - Diary of a Superbunny is the first book in a series that chronicles the adventures of a New York City house rabbit blessed with super-powers and a duty to make the world a better ...

Construction sector workers are the third least happy employees in the UK, according to new research by Randstad CPE, the specialist recruiter. - Construction workers less happy than UK general working population - Across the UK competitive salary replaces job security as top employment requirement as job market improves Construction sector workers are the third least happy employees in the UK, according to new research by Randstad CPE, the specialist recruiter. Just 53% of construction workers describe themselves as extremely happy or happy in their current jobs, ...

Have you ever noticed that individuals who have a beautiful smile just love to flash it! And why not? Great teeth deserve to be seen and there no time better than now to improve yours. In providing an accurate diagnosis and treatment plan, Dr. Jorgensen considers the patient's dental development, facial growth, jaw function, and proper bite. He takes into account the investment in time and resources given by every patient and devises a plan that will provides a life-long smile. Not one that is quickly treated and will require additional treatment in the future. Dr. ...

Cork-based design and digital print agency Upper Case are marking their 10th year in the exhibition and display industry this month. Way back in 2003, Upper Case were Cork's first agency to embrace the large format revolution, investing in two photographic wide format presses. At the same time the company secured a foothold in the market by acquiring Limerick based competitor, Exposure Displays. Within the space of the next 5 years, Upper Case grew to become Munster's largest exhibition design and print company. Avoiding the "cheap and cheerful" direction taken ...

Forza Direct Marketing were delighted to be informed that they have been shortlisted for the An Post Marketing Awards which is a great achievement for the company and the team. The An Post Integrated Direct Marketing Awards are Ireland's mecca for work that combines imagination, interaction and impact. Whether the campaigns use offline or online media (or both) doesn't matter. What matters is that the work shook up sales figures and competitors in equal measure. Winning an An Post Integrated Direct Marketing Awards proves you're at the top of your game. It shows you ...

Customers can now pay for courier services from parcel delivery specialist Parcel2Go Ireland using their Amazon account details, for added convenience. Amazon Payments functionality is now accessible via the Parcel2Go Ireland website, allowing Amazon users to pay for domestic and international courier services securely and quickly by simply using their Amazon account details. The 'Pay Now with Amazon' button should be clearly visible when checking out and completing the transaction. "At Parcel2Go, we take great pride in offering our customers genuine choice and ...

McCusker Windows and Doors have being working on their first ever website for the past month with Finn Design Studio and are delighted to announce its launch last week. The website showcases McCusker's business philosophy which represents good old fashioned customer service, an aspect which McCusker's take great pride in delivering to all their customers. The website highlights their wide product offering which includes a range of windows and doors for your home, business or conservatory/sunroom. It gives details as to the type of windows and doors that they have ...

With technology constantly advancing, Drs. Goldberg, Farnworth and Frank, Silver Spring podiatrists are committed to remaining on the cutting edge of advancements. To showcase this, the doctors are pleased to announce that Family Foot & Ankle Associates of Maryland can now be found on Facebook, a leading social media website. By joining Facebook, Family Foot and Ankle Associates, podiatrists in Silver Spring, can increase the ways patients can interact with the practice. Patients can visit the practice's website to easily access a link to the practice's Facebook ...

Patients constantly on-the-go can now experience increased accessibility to important foot and ankle health care information via the launch of the mobile website for Family Foot and Ankle Associates of Maryland. While patients are on-the-go, they can easily access the website for Family Foot and Ankle Associates, podiatrist in Olney from their smartphones without the slow loading time of normal websites. Mobile websites are designed for the small screen. From iPhones to Androids, mobile websites properly fit and work on these smartphones. By 2014, more people are expected ...

As the seasons are quickly changing, Dr. David Gordon, dentist in Lehi, offers helpful advice and treatments for improving his patients' smiles. From routine cleanings and at-home maintenance to veneers and dentures in Lehi, Dr. Gordon offers a solution for all of his patients' smile needs. "I want my patients to have a winning smile this spring. It is important that my patients fully understand the various treatments available, and how to properly manage their oral health at home to help them achieve a radiant smile they can be proud of. I hope my patients take ...

Northridge Dental Group provide a selection of sedation methods for patients with dental phobias. The sedation method that is right for the patient depends on the procedure being performed as well as the nature and severity of their phobia. Each Northridge dentist is willing to work with patients on an individual basis to make them more comfortable during their dental procedure. D. Ariz offers nitrous oxide sedation for patients of all ages who are fearful of dental procedures. Nitrous oxide is a gas that is inhaled through a mask. For patients who have sensitive noses, ...

We always ask ourselves: how can we make hair transplant more affordable? For many years we have made affordability our main goal ahead of advancing the science of hair transplant. Then we realize each time we try to advance the science of hair transplant we have also made hair transplant more affordable. Advancing the science of hair transplant is directly related to making hair transplant more affordable. Good news is that our efforts in advancing the field of hair transplant has also made hair transplant more affordable for our clients. Only 4 months through 2013, ...

Breast augmentation was the most popular procedure performed in 2012 at Dr. David Sayah's Beverly Hills cosmetic surgery practice (http://www.davidsayah.com/). This breast enhancement procedure was also the most popular nationwide, according to recent year-end statistics released by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) and the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS). "The popularity of breast augmentation year after year comes down to women wanting to look their best," says Dr. Sayah, a board-certified plastic surgeon and breast augmentation ...

According to Tampa cosmetic surgeon Dr. Joseph J. Castellano (http://www.castellanocosmeticsurgery.com), both brides and grooms are booking appointments in record numbers before this year's prime wedding season to look their best for the big day. "Obviously, everyone wants to look fantastic on their wedding day," says Dr. Castellano, a breast augmentation specialist in Tampa. "After all, the photos and videos are set to become future family heirlooms. So it's only natural to want your big day to be as perfect as possible." According to a survey ...

A new research study indicates that some women receiving estrogen treatment after menopause have noticed an improvement in their arthritis symptoms, and a second published study suggests that hormone replacement therapy may help limit the cartilage loss associated with arthritis in the first place. Dr. John T. Alexander II, founder of ENERGENEX (http://www.energenex.com) in San Diego, says that there may be a wide range of conditions that could be helped through bioidentical hormone replacement therapy. "Hormone imbalance is so subtle, yet impacts so many aspects ...

The most recent statistics from the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery indicate that facelifts were the most popular procedure for patients 65 and older in 2012, a trend that plastic surgeon Dr. John T. Alexander II (http://www.alexandersurgery.com) has seen echoed in his own San Diego practice as well. "People are living longer," explains Dr. Alexander, a facelift specialist in the La Jolla area. "And they're staying active longer into their retirement years, too. It's only natural that people want their reflection to match their energy level, ...

Implant dentistry is the most effective and structurally sound way to replace one or more missing teeth. With dental implants, your implant dentist can not only restore strength and beauty to your smile, but help prevent jaw shrinkage and collapse as well. When you lose a tooth, you also lose its root. Unfortunately, it is the root of your tooth that signals to your body that bone is necessary in that area of your jaw. Without these signals, your body will reabsorb the minerals around a missing tooth, untimely resulting in jaw shrinkage and a change to the structure ...

The National Institutes of Health has stated that a type of head injury, traumatic brain injury or TBI, contributes to almost a third of all injury-related deaths in the United States. Nationally, about 1.7 million people sustain a TBI every year. Recognizing TBI A TBI is the result of a sudden blow or piercing injury to the skull. The severity of a TBI can vary from mild to severe. A mild TBI can bring on symptoms like headache, dizziness, clumsiness, sleep difficulties and fatigue. Sensory consequences of mild TBI can include blurred vision, a bad taste in the mouth ...