The Sampler, Hudson's locally owned showcase for artisans, crafters, jewelers and antique and collectible dealers celebrates a sucessful first year. "We've been blessed by talented vendors and loyal customers," said co-owner Sally Scott. "Even in a challenging economy people value unique handcrafted gifts and are committed to supporting local busisnesses." Vendors like Grandma's Doll Clothes, BOKO Botanicals, and Pepperhill Designs have been with The Sampler since it opened its doors and have experienced steady growth. BOKO Botanicals, who sells its ...

They say that classics never go out of style, which is why the Back Bay Bistro has introduced a new menu featuring 5 dishes known and adored the world over. Every Wednesday- Saturday, a classic dish will be offered with a wine pairing in addition to the Bistro's regular fare. The classics menu includes: · Beef Wellington -- Beef tenderloin covered in pate and baked inside puff pastry. · Lobster Thermidor -- A creamy mixture of lobster meat and egg yolks stuffed in a lobster shell and covered in a cheese crust. · Ossobuco -- Veal shank braised with vegetables, ...

The dialysis injury lawyers Bond & Taylor launched a new campaign today to help patients injured by dialysis. Recently, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recalled two popular dialysis concentrates, GranuFlo and NaturaLyte in response to reports of alleged dialysis injuries. The law firm of Bond & Taylor is encouraging patients who have been injured by dialysis or the families who have lost loved ones to dialysis injury to call and obtain help today. GranuFlo and NaturaLyte are two popular dialysis concentrates that were manufactured by Fresenius Medical ...

Alpha Xi Delta Fraternity is excited to announce we have raised more than $1,000,000 for our philanthropic partner, Autism Speaks. Alpha Xi Delta partnered with Autism Speaks in 2009 to help raise funds and awareness for those affected by autism spectrum disorders. Since then, Alpha Xi Delta chapters and alumnae associations have participated in Walk Now for Autism Speaks events in their local communities and AmaXIng Challenges at our host institutions. "We are so excited to reach this important milestone, and we are proud of our chapters and alumnae associations ...

Lasso Data Systems, North America's leading developer of CRM homebuilder software, today announced its plans to acquire UFollowUp, a Washington, DC-based provider of builder sales technology solutions. The acquisition joins the intellectual capital, technology and clientele of two industry leading CRM homebuilder software providers under Lasso Data Systems, which serves builders, developers and sales agencies throughout the United States and Canada. "Bringing UFollowUp into Lasso is a natural fit as it further extends our market share and footprint across North ...

Amphenol Industrial Global Operations, a global leader in interconnect systems, has released a new H4 connector, the first 8 AWG PV connector rated by UL for use up to 1000 V. This new connector can accommodate larger cable sizes, allowing for more efficient DC system layout designs as well as reduced BOS (balance of system) component and equipment costs. The new UL1000 V 8 AWG connector uses the existing mating interface as Amphenol's current H4 connector making it easy to mate to all other wire gauges. It can be integrated into PV cable assemblies in a factory environment ...

Give by Cell, a San Francisco based company specializing in mobile technology, was selected by Pioneer Courthouse Square in Portland, Oregon, to provide the organization with its mobile fundraising service, Mobile Give, to be used on behalf of the Oregon Food Bank at the 28th Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony. Pioneer Courthouse Square's goal is to help the Oregon Food Bank raise $10,000 through the text to give campaign. Supporters can donate by texting "OFB" to 20222 for a $10 donation which will be applied to their cell phone bill*, and can also help by bringing ...

Preh, Inc., a leading global automotive supplier based in Novi, Michigan, has been recognized as a "Cool Place to Work in Michigan" for 2012, by Crain's Detroit Business magazine - an initiative designed to find and recognize Michigan's best employers. Preh was one of a group of 50 companies in Michigan that were selected from hundreds of applicants large and small. "Our company philosophy is to not only respect our colleagues, but also each individual person," said Nick Lontscharitsch, president of Preh, Inc. "We believe we have a lot to offer ...

Metropolis Iron, a custom drapery hardware and drapery medallion fabricator, headquartered in Cape Coral, Florida, recently unveiled a new streamlined website design allowing for online ordering. In addition to the ordering function, the site has made many changes that allow interior designers and drapery workrooms insider information on the latest in drapery medallion and drapery hardware trends. The newly enhanced Metroiron.net includes a portfolio of many custom designed medallions, rosettes, holdbacks and more. In addition to drapery hardware, Metropolis Iron's ...

Want sunglasses that are standard issue to the U.S. Military and favorites of celebrities like Johnny Depp, Jon Hamm, Tom Selleck, and others? Well today, the eyewear specialists at FramesDirect.com introduced their new line of Randolph Engineering Sunglasses at http://www.framesdirect.com/framesfc/Randolph_Engineering-lhsb-slb-l.html. "Randolph Engineering Sunglasses are made in Randolph, MA using the finest raw materials in the world and over 200, mostly by hand, production steps in order to meet the exacting standards of military requirements," states optometrist ...

The Carolina Designer Craftsmen Guild (http://www.carolinadesignercraftsmen.com/) has announced that it will host a Gala Preview Party on Friday, Nov. 23 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the N.C. State Fairgrounds at 1025 Blue Ridge Road. The event is open to "Friends of the Guild" supporters to thank them for their special donations and continued support for promoting fine craft education and helping to preserve one of the region's best fine craft and design shows. The gala will provide "Friends of the Guild" patrons with exclusive access to purchase or win ...

Robert Weiss, artistic director and CEO of Carolina Ballet (http://www.carolinaballet.com), has announced that the company will perform the holiday favorite, The Nutcracker, in three locations this year beginning Thanksgiving weekend. With the success of the company's "new" rendition of The Nutcracker last season, Weiss decided to expand the run of the annual holiday favorite for Carolina Ballet's 15th anniversary season. Carolina Ballet will present The Nutcracker, accompanied by a live orchestra for all performances, at Raleigh Memorial Auditorium (RMA) Friday, ...

Brandon Ives, managing partner and marketing strategist for Brasco Design + Marketing (http://www.brascomarketing.com/index.html), has announced that the firm has partnered with Riley Life Logistics (http://www.rileylife.com/), a company based in Raleigh, N.C., that provides specialized fulfillment solutions for brand conscious companies wanting a better experience for their customers, to help Riley Life Logistics rebrand the company as it prepares to launch a new corporate identity. Brasco Design + Marketing is assisting Riley Life Logistics in revamping its brand identity ...

A new business is opening in Barrie on November 17, 2012 which caters to single-serve coffee lovers. Java Cup Co., located at 112 Saunders Road will sell over 700 different coffees, teas and other hot beverages. In addition, single-serve home brewing systems like Tassimo and Keurig will be available for purchase. Owner Patrice Shennette is a former Barrie resident who returns to the area after 25 years. An entrepreneur with over 20 years of retail and franchising experience, Shennette is excited to open the business and contribute to the growing local economy. "At ...

The Kroger Co. (http://www.kroger.com/), the nation's largest traditional grocery retailer with 16 stores throughout the Triangle and North Carolina, has announced a military recruitment initiative known as "Hiring Our Heroes," which focuses on hiring veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces to work at its stores. "Hiring Our Heroes" runs as an extension of the company's "Honoring Our Heroes" program, which aims to support the military and their families through a variety of in-store and online activities. Kroger's has joined forces with several ...

Documenting her already shining career, it is amazing to look back upon Verwey's rather humble beginnings in comparison to her present status. Growing up on the farm, Verwey quickly took to her instrument. Her talents soon led her across the globe, studying under such figures as the former principal Flutist of the New York Philharmonic, Jeanne Baxtresser, and international soloist Raffaele Trevisani, as well as working alongside musicians from the Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, the Royal Opera at Covent Garden and the British Youth Opera. Subsequently, Verwey received ...

Verax Systems Corp., a leading provider of software enabling end-to-end IT & Telco service delivery, assurance and compliance, has concluded an agreement with RFD & Associates, an Austin, Texas-based leader in custom software engineering, systems integration, data management, legacy application modernization, software requirements, testing and training. As part of the agreement, RFD & Associates is licensed to provide Verax Systems OSS/BSS and IT Management Suite products to its growing telecommunications and enterprise customer segments. "We are pleased ...

November 11th marks the one-year anniversary of Refuge, Carmel's wildly popular day spa that has introduced a simple, effective, and affordable way to relax. In just one year more than 22,000 guests (60% of those from out of town) walked into Refuge to remedy weary minds and bodies. The draw of Refuge is its wide variety of amenities, including the largest co-ed cedar sauna in America, a eucalyptus steam room, multiple Nordic cool and hot pools with cascading thermal waterfalls, 4 indoor relaxation rooms, and 4 outdoor relaxation areas with fire pits and breathtaking ...

Jack's Mobile recognizes where the market is going and helps businesses shift their marketing and online presence to the mobile platform. Changing the way businesses are seen and making it easier for customers to find local businesses from their mobile device, and increasing revenue for their clients. Jack's Mobile comprises of a team of dedicated designers committed to a simplified approach to m-commerce by creating websites, applications and marketing campaigns targeted to the mobile user. Based in South Florida, Jack's Mobile services Nationwide and has worked with ...

Leeds based event sales and marketing firm MarketStorm Global Ltd's Managing Director has made 'business culture' a priority within the firm who report a 12% increase in profit since last quarter. Gavin Walsh says 'I know that working in an environment where you feel valued will lead to higher productivity. I want the culture at MarketStorm Global Ltd to have a reputation for being a progressive and ambitious firm. We are fun, but we work relentlessly to obtain the best possible results for our clients. We have a strong level of integrity while being insanely competitive ...

Essential Enterprise Solutions, Inc. (EESi), a medical imaging and DICOM storage solution provider, today announced the launch of a cloud-based imaging solution designed to help medical practices of all sizes securely access and store DICOM imaging studies. Powered by Amazon Web Services (AWS), the EESi Imaging Cloud Solution gives physicians instant, on-premises access to current studies plus automatic transmission and synchronization of all studies to the cloud for back-up, archival and recovery. As part of this solution EESi has developed two new products, the Imaging ...

Tablet2Cases.com, the Internet's definitive resource on tablet cases, announces new iPad cases models reviews now available in its online shop from the LionCase line of electronics accessories. Founded in just 2011, this mobile accessory manufacturer has garnered some nice attention within the techie blogosphere and mainstream media for its LionCase tablet cases and carriers. Among the two dozen iPad 2, iPad 3 and iPad with Retina display models available at the Tablet2Cases online shop are the following. - The LionCase NYHK Apple iPad 2/3/4 Folio Shield, an ultrathin ...

Everyone wants to look and feel great, but many find they are lacking the motivation to get to the gym. For San Diego residents, there's a solution: Dimensional Fitness Concepts (DFC). DFC is not a gym; it is a personal training studio. DFC exists to motivate and inspire clients to work harder and experience real fitness results. The studio recently launched a new website at: http://dfcvista.com. The new website was designed to educate and inspire. Prospective clients can learn about the San Diego fitness trainers, the studio, and the fitness philosophy of Dimensional ...

In a report recently published by the American Heart Association, doctors found up to an 18 percent reduction in the risk of heart attack, stroke and death when chelation therapy was used. The 7-year study, which was sanctioned by the National Institutes of Health and undertaken at the University of Miami, shows that Chelation provides statistically significant results for heart patients. "The results of this study are not a big surprise to me. Thousands of patients, including hundreds of my own patients receiving chelation therapy in Phoenix, have benefited from ...

MadCap Software, Inc., the leader in multi-channel content authoring and a showcase company for Microsoft Visual Studio and Microsoft XPS, today announced that it has published a new case study on Blackbaud. A leader in technology solutions and services for nonprofits, Blackbaud is using MadCap Flare to collaborate internally and with its clients, customize content, and publish it in clients' format of choice whether in print, on the Web or on mobile devices. The full Blackbaud case study is available at: http://www.madcapsoftware.com/casestudy/Blackbaud.aspx. For more ...