Join Tampa Bay Rays players for a day of rigorous exercise and fun to benefit PlaySmart! The Spin for Kids 2013 Spin Event will take place on Saturday, February 2, 2013 from 9am to 2pm at Vinoy Park in St. Petersburg. Enjoy the incredible weather, music, sights and sounds while you spin your heart out on the coast of Tampa Bay to raise money for the St. Petersburg-based organization. "Giving back to the community is very important to us," said David Wright, Co-Founder and Chairman of PlaySmart, Inc. "We are excited to partner with the Rays to deliver this ...

Classic Holidays is proud to announce its support of a unique national outreach campaign organized by Hannah's Chance Foundation designed to create awareness in the fight against an aggressive form of cancer, Sarcoma. Working in conjunction with leading Australian coupon company Shop A Docket, the campaign involves a competition using messages on cash register receipts in major supermarkets across Australia to promote the campaign. Shoppers looking to participate are asked to visit the Hannah's Chance Foundation website at http://www.hannahschancefoundation.org.au/ ...

Automated Systems Design (ASD ) is exhibiting at the 2013 BICSI Winter Conference & Exhibition, held January 20-24, 2013. The event will take place in Tampa, Florida, at the Tampa Convention Center. ASD will be exhibiting in booth 739. The 2013 BICSI Winter Conference & Exhibition is celebrating BICSI's 40th anniversary of its first conference. The annual conference features educational presentations, state-of-the-art exhibits and networking opportunities for members of the information technology systems (ITS) industry. ASD is a BICSI Corporate Member. In ...

Methods Machine Tools, Inc., a leading supplier of innovative precision machine tools, has appointed Mr. Dale Hedberg as FEELER Product Manager for Methods. "We're pleased to have Dale in this position," commented Mr. Bryon Deysher, President and CEO of Methods Machine Tools, Inc. "His extensive technical machine tool experience, most recently with the High Performance FEELER product line, makes him ideal for this role to continue to strengthen and grow FEELER in North America." (http://www.methodsmachine.com/) Prior to joining Methods, Mr. Hedberg ...

Robert Buhler, president of MMI Public Relations (http://www.mmipublicrelations.com), a full-service public relations firm, has announced that Brooke Rouse has been promoted to office manager. In her new position, Rouse is responsible for managing the firm's operations and procedures as well as the schedules of the firm's top executives. Rouse began her career at MMI Public Relations in 2012 as the company's receptionist and administrative assistant. QUOTES: "Brooke has done a great job within our company and has been proactive in many different roles that have ...

William Peace University (http://www.peace.edu), a private four-year university located in downtown Raleigh, has announced its Manning Chamber Music Series Concert, which marks the second of three performances for the 2012-2013 season held on the institution's campus in conjunction with the North Carolina Symphony. The event will be held on Monday, Jan. 21 from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. in Kenan Auditorium, located at 15 E. Peace St. The concert series is a musical collaboration between symphony musicians, artists and the university's student vocalists. The Manning Chamber ...

After President Barack Obama signed the tax rate changes into law, IRS released the new updated income-tax withholding tables for 2013 on Jan 3. The revised withholding tables show the new rates in effect for 2013 and supersede the tables published on Dec 31, 2012. Payroll software provider halfpricesoft.com released a new edition of ezPaycheck software today implementing the latest 2013 tax rate updates. For 2013, the employee tax rate for social security increases to 6.2%. The social security wage base limit increases to $113,700. According to IRS, Employers should ...

There's more to Sweaty Betty (http://www.sweatybetty.com/?ART=1) than stylish, hi-tech sportswear for women; the popular UK retailer also works hard to promote healthy, active lifestyles for its patrons. Whether hosting yoga workshops, in store, or leading running parties around London's biggest landmarks, Team Sweaty Betty is leading the fight for fitness. Now, they're calling on fans and shoppers to help them create the ultimate soundtrack for January workouts. It's the time of the year when many resolve to get in shape, but once the New Year health kick loses steam ...

Oh how the lively spirited admire a rooms adornment with a fine-looking oriental rug. It brings life, a unique flavor of chic, and the pleasing attention of friends and company. But they aren't the only ones interested in the fine fabrics, dogs and especially smaller puppies seem to be just as engrossed as the experienced art collector. We've encountered dozens of customers just in the Denver area, with ripped and damaged hand woven rugs, resulting from "puppy chew". It's a phenomena (we've even named it), and we have just the answer to preventing it too. Let ...

Green Energy of San Antonio was recently recognized for the prestigious "President's Award" from the Green Energy Barrier manufacturers. This award is highly coveted, and is only given to the top 5 performers nationwide. Green Energy of San Antonio competed against 444 other dealers and hit #3 across the United States. "The beautiful thing about this award is that it doesn't just focus on sales or growth, it's a circle of excellence achievement. It measures our marketing, sales and customer service experience as a whole. It's recognition that our whole ...

Jessops, HMV and Blockbuster are the latest in a line of big-name companies to call in administrators, hot on the heels of numerous high-profile 2012 closures in Comet, JJB and Clinton Card, and forecasts suggest many more businesses are likely to experience financial trouble in the year ahead. However, Keith Tully - Director of leading insolvency practitioners www.realbusinessrescue.co.uk - maintains companies can often be saved from bankruptcy, thus safeguarding jobs, if they act quicker. "The picture seems to be very much 'doom and gloom' at present but this ...

KingIce.com, an online retailer of hip hop jewelry, has launched an exclusive line of 3D iPhone cases. The collection of iPhone cases is the company's first venture into phone accessories. The cases feature 3D hologram images that come alive when tilted slightly. In its initial collection, King Ice offers 3D cases for the iPhone 5, 4, and 4S models. Each 3D case features variations of high-detailed artistic skeletons, skulls, or vampires. The company plans to release other styles in the near future. According to comScore's data for November 2012, Apple's iPhone currently ...

3PL Company, M&W Logistics, is pleased to announce the achievement of a Superior rating during its annual AIB audit at their Madison Tennessee facility. The food grade warehouse facility received the highest rating a warehouse can achieve in an AIB audit. M&W Logistics, a family-owned company prides itself not only in their facility's operations, but also personal practices. The warehouse facility continues to achieve high rating year after year, showing M&W's focus on exceptional standards and conditions. "M&W is determined to uphold the highest ...

Investors looking to buy below market value (BMV) properties should consider making a move into the Yorkshire market. Demand usually exceeds supply in February and March, so prepare now for a quick turnaround and springtime re-sale, to get the best price. Yorkshire is a popular choice for homebuyers. It not only offers great value for money, but also a good quality of life. Leeds and Bradford in central Yorkshire provide great career and leisure opportunities, all within easy driving distance of beautiful national parks, including Yorkshire Dales, North Yorkshire Moors, ...

Composiflex, Inc. is pleased to announce that Michael Chesley has been promoted to the position of President. Michael joined Composiflex in 2006 and most recently served as Vice President and General Manager. Michael replaces Alan Hannibal in the role of President. Mr. Hannibal will remain with Composiflex as Chief Executive Officer (CEO). In his new role, Mr. Chesley will continue to leverage his extensive background in world-class manufacturing and finance to drive business growth. Mr. Chesley said "It is a pleasure to be part of the team at Composiflex. ...

Research published recently by Moneyfacts.co.uk found that lifetime mortgage rates have dropped significantly over the past five years, offering existing customers the chance to switch to lower rates and take advantage of home equity release schemes. The research showed that the average lifetime mortgage rate had plummeted from 7.23% in September 2007 to 6.64% in the third quarter of 2012. Richard Eagling, pension expert at Moneyfacts.co.uk said: "The fact that interest rates on equity release mortgages have been falling steadily is great news not only for ...

January is traditionally the time when many families begin planning their annual summer holiday. The Christmas and new year festivities are over, and the cold weather prompts us to seek out a warm summer retreat as another opportunity to spend quality time with loved ones. Wherever you plan your holiday this year, it important to ensure that you have adequate travel insurance that will cover you both for all aspects of healthcare and emergency medical treatment, and for loss or damage to your property. Holiday travel insurance is an essential for everyone who is considering ...

A new report published in the journal Clinical Infectious Diseases found that a doctor who performed joint replacement surgeries unwittingly infected several of his patients with the hepatitis B virus. The doctor became aware that he carried hepatitis B after accidentally sticking himself with a needle and undergoing routine blood testing; later, he performed a number of knee and joint replacements and it came to light that eight of his former patients had been infected with hepatitis B. Some of them were infected with a hepatitis B virus that was genetically identical ...

Randy Ross, author of "Job Search Mojo - Unique and Magical Ways to Get a Job or Promotion Fast" is available for interview. 40 weeks is a long time. With an unemployment rate of 8% and the average time to find a new job 40 weeks, there is intense competition for every job. There are many ways to put you in the winning position using a combination of traditional, unique and magical strategies. Hiring managers hire people at the top of their game. They also hire people they like. It is imperative that you are able to demonstrate how you will add value to ...

Dry skin is an extremely common skin condition that has Americans spending millions of dollars on dry skin care treatments. No one wants to suffer from the uncomfortable itch of dry skin or the unsightly flakes and cracks it can cause. The best way to keep dry skin from occurring is to avoid the common causes that can be easily eliminated from daily routines. Below are some of the common causes of dry skin along with tips on what anyone can do to keep their skin soft and silky. Cold weather: During the colder winter months the humidity level drops and skin loses moisture ...

The Simpich Showcase Marionette Theatre in historic Old Colorado City will present its original play, The Hans Christian Andersen Storybook, for the 2013 winter season. Interweaving seven of Andersen's classic fairy tales, this solo theatre piece explores and celebrates the themes of Denmark's premier storyteller. The Ugly Duckling takes center stage to live out and discuss his troubling storyline with his author (portrayed by puppeteer David Simpich). Other Andersen characters including the Little Match Girl, Thumbelina and the Steadfast Tin Soldier join in to share their ...

Two-time Superbowl contender with two different teams, including a Superbowl Championship with the New England Patriots, Rodney Bailey, announced he has started a book project on sports based crowd funding site, A KickIn Crowd (http://www.akickincrowd.com/projects/rodney-bailey--friends-keepin-it-real2/307) to help save young professional players lives. A KickIn Crowd founder Tony Reynolds welcomed the announcement. Instead of waiting for a publisher to get involved, Bailey goes high tech and utilizes the platform that so many recently self-publishers have used. "For ...

Spouses and other romantic partners often complain about feeling unappreciated, and a new study from the University of California, Berkeley, suggests poor sleep may play a hidden role. A UC Berkeley study looking into how sleep habits impact gratitude found that sleep deprivation can leave couples "too tired to say thanks" and can make one or the other partner feel taken for granted. "Poor sleep may make us more selfish as we prioritize our own needs over our partner's," said Amie Gordon, a UC Berkeley psychologist and lead investigator of the study, which she conducted ...

January 19, 2013 – New Orleans – We all know that getting a good night's sleep is good for our general health and well-being. But new research is highlighting a more surprising benefit of good sleep: more feelings of gratitude for relationships. "A plethora of research highlights the importance of getting a good night's sleep for physical and psychological well-being, yet in our society, people still seem to take pride in needing, and getting, little sleep," says Amie Gordon of the University of California, Berkeley. "And in the past, research has shown that gratitude ...

It's often said that women can have it all – motherhood and a successful career. But a new study from the University of California, Berkeley, suggests that women who rule the household have less energy for or interest in being a rising star in the workplace. While household decision-making power was highly valued by both men and women who participated in the UC Berkeley study, women reported that running the home made them less likely to pursue promotions and other career advancement steps at the office. This was not the case for men, whose work goals were unchanged by ...