Yalik's Modern Art in High Point, NC, is partnering with Guide by Cell, a leading mobile technology provider to cultural institutions, to offer interpretation through a cell phone audio tour and a podcast mobile website accessible via text message, for the upcoming "John Coltrane vs. the Jazz Critics: 1961-1966" documentary and photography exhibit. "I am pleased with Guide by Cell's cell phone audio guide and podcasting services," said Phyllis Bridges, CEO of Yalik's Modern Art. "We believe it will greatly enhance the visitor's experience and ...

Among workshops/events offered in September by the Women's Business Development Center (WBDC), a nationally and internationally recognized women's business assistance center providing services and programs that support and accelerate women's business ownership and strengthen the impact of women on the economy, are: Tuesday, September 4, 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. "Wisdom, Wine and Cheese: An Introduction to WBDC Services" Description: A session that helps prospective and established business owners clarify their needs and learn more about WBDC resources. Location: ...

Modmade Goods, a lifestyle brand committed to supporting artisans and indie labels within the United States announced the launch of its online shopping destination modmadegoods.com, yesterday. All the products available online are hand-crafted by artisans in the United States and are made from creativity and passion. ModMade Goods is the ultimate online resource for the "Mod" lifestyle; a term coined by the founders of the company. When browsing online, you will immediately be drawn into an open feeling where home goods, fashion and paper goods reside. The site ...

Armed with a refreshed menu and new prototype design, Tampa-based Beef 'O' Brady's, the 216-unit franchise of family sports pubs & restaurants best known for great food and the ties it builds with its communities, has identified Arlington as a key component to the company's growth strategy in Virginia. Demographic research and other factors make Arlington an ideal market for further expansion of the franchised restaurant concept. While the demand for family-friendly eateries continues to grow throughout the area, providers are limited. "While there's definitely ...

Who are the fittest celebs in Hollywood? In a survey conducted among more than 100 top LA trainers/instructors, most of whom are on staff of the tony, celebrity-filled Spectrum Athletic Clubs, the results are in and on the list are some surprises among the usual suspects. Unlike other top 10 lists that simply identify "hot bods," which could be the result of Mother Nature, steroid use or unhealthy diets, this list was conducted among certified professionals who have the knowledge base and experience to evaluate one's overall fitness quotient. The voting was based ...

The city of Paterson will serve as host to an upcoming film festival in May 2013. The Paterson Falls Film Festival is being organized by local Paterson artists, looking to showcase the talent and pride of Silk City. "As a film lover and actor, I thought a film festival would be a great way to bring positive, exciting energy to this city while displaying local talent," said the festival's organizer and Paterson resident, Tazio Ruffilo. "There is a thriving art center here in Paterson's Historic District, which serves as a home to some extremely talented ...

Displays2Go, the largest subsidiary under the parent company of George Patton Associates, has expanded their sign standoff selection with the addition of a new complete Do-It-Yourself signage system. The DIY signage is made up two laser cut pieces of green-edge acrylic plates, pre-dye-cut printable film and stainless steel standoffs. "This directory sign is the newest shape and size in our custom line of DIY sign products," said Sandra Reno, head of the engineering department at Displays2Go. "We started this line of inter-office signage after our design ...

Union Circle announced today that the Michigan Joint Council Teamsters are now an active member of the popular social network unioncircle.com. With several thousand Teamster members living and working in Michigan, unioncircle.com is quickly signing up membership to provide an easy way for the teamsters to organize online while providing great benefits to the individual member. "Union circle is a great tool for the Teamsters to reach their member easy and quickly. With each local having their own virtual circle, information is easily controlled and shared across their ...

Lauran Bonaparte, Managing Partner of Lauton & Foxton Capital Partners and Anand Patel of High Rise Hotels, LLC have executed an agreement to finance the development of the Hilton brand Home 2 Suites Hotel in Florence, South Carolina. "High-Rise Hotels is a privately owned hospitality company that has operated in North and South Carolina since 1989. In that time, they have acquired and developed hotels at every accommodation level, from casual temporary residences to high-end luxury locations. We are honored to be a part of their team," states Lauran Bonaparte. Established ...

GeoPlace has announced that it has secured the backing of the Society of IT Management (Socitm), UK Location, the Local Government Association (LGA) and Ordnance Survey, as Award supporters for its annual GeoPlace Exemplar Awards. Each of the supporting organisations recognises the need for accurate, up-to-date information on local addresses and streets and the impact that this has across the economy and the whole of the public sector. Knowing where people and assets are, makes a substantial difference to the efficiency with which public services are delivered. 'The ...

PrescribeWellness today launched its "A Million More" Flu Shot Initiative with the goal of increasing the influenza vaccination rate by one million more Americans. "The flu is dangerous, threatens lives and costs the American economy billions of dollars each year," said Al Babbington, CEO of PrescribeWellness. "The flu is responsible for approximately 200,000 hospitalizations and 25,000 deaths in the United States each year, yet only 46 percent of the population currently gets flu shot immunizations." The core message of the initiative ...

Danny Yarger depicts the loss of a daughter through the eyes of her loving father in the new thriller Memories, Pain, and Gin. John Wilson's daughter, Anna, was exceptionally beautiful and intelligent with a full scholarship to study at Harvard in the fall. John had to leave immediately for an assignment to assassinate a man unknowingly threatening the government, all the while wanting to spend precious time with his daughter. Ana, unfortunately, decides to follow her father's lead, unraveling John's world when she is murdered un-expectantly. This is John's story ...

GelPro , the leader in comfort flooring solutions, is proud to introduce a product that is the first of its kind in the category - a designer rug with a removable foam comfort mat and a non-slip bottom. This newest line of ground-breaking kitchen rugs called the NewLife Ergo Comfort Rug provides consumers with three products in one including the softness and warmth of a traditional accent rug and the support of a therapeutic comfort mat. Inserted in the rug cover is a 3/4 inch thick, high-density comfort mat which helps provide relief to your back, legs and feet. Continuing ...

Steamboat Willie was Walt Disney's first cartoon talkie. And Disney wasn't sure if audiences would accept a talking mouse. Talkies were new and still a mystery to audiences and movie executives too. But audiences did love Mickey Mouse. "It is an ingenious piece of work with a good deal of fun," wrote the New York Times. "It growls, whines, squeaks and makes various other sounds that add to its mirthful quality." Night after night Walt stood at the back of the theater and listened to the audience howl to his cartoon images. Designed for ease ...

Big-name poker pros are gearing up for the London Poker Festival this September as they look forward to packed calendar that takes in over 50 events around town, including seven major tournaments, plus parties, music, comedy nights and the British Poker Awards. One player who is particularly excited about the upcoming schedule of events is former Irish Open champion Neil Channing, whose very own BlackBeltPoker.com will be holding a Poker Academy at the Genting Cromwell Mint Casino on Saturday 8th September. "I'm really looking forward to a crazy September of ...

Sundy House, an award-winning restaurant and boutique hotel located in Delray Beach, Florida, is now featuring a seasonal martini and desserts using star fruit that is grown in the property's famed tropical gardens. During August and September, Sundy House will feature the Star Fruit Martini for $11 or $8 during happy hour (bar only); the Mango and Star Fruit Bavarois (the mango is also grown on property); and Gold Star Tarts. Located in the heart of historic downtown Delray Beach, the Sundy House is an award-winning restaurant and boutique inn, listed on the National ...

New Jersey and California based Military Women Exchange: Operation Next Step a leader in networking for women in business or who would like to start businesses, is focusing on offering two days of workshops, book signings, mentoring and speed coaching in conjunction with the Annual 94th Convention of the American Legion. The convention is in Indianapolis, Indiana, beginning with a job fair on Saturday, August 25th followed on Monday, August 27 and 28th with a business conference segment all at the downtown Marriott. In founding, Military Women Exchange: Operation Next ...

Laura A. Schoppe, president of Fuentek, LLC (http://www.fuentek.com/), a local consulting firm that provides intellectual property (IP) and technology transfer services, has announced that the firm has expanded to include consultants in Washington, D.C. The relocation of Fuentek's Danielle McCulloch, a senior technology transfer consultant, helps the company meet the needs of clients in and around the nation's capital, solidifying Fuentek's role as a key authority on technology transfer to and from government agencies. The move also allows Fuentek to strengthen its relationships ...

Acoustic positioning technology from Sonardyne Inc, Houston, was selected to play a key role in a recent expedition aiming to solve one of the greatest mysteries of the 20th century. A Bluefin Robotics AUV (Autonomous Underwater Vehicle) was equipped with a Sonardyne Ranger 2 underwater target tracking system which was used by The International Group for Historic Aircraft Recovery (TIGHAR) to search for the remains of the Lockhead Electra aircraft flown by Amelia Earhart during her failed circumnavigation attempt in 1937. For the Earhart project, Bluefin Robotics' AUV ...

The recent disappointing New Jersey State Unemployment report, along with an unpredictable political climate, has employers remaining cautious on hiring. National and local trends are indicating that these factors are impacting Central New Jersey's workforce composition, shifting the region to a more contingent workforce. The percentage of temporary workers in the workforce is at its highest level in more than five years according to recent figures from the DOL. Jon Osborne, Vice President of Research and Editorial for Staffing Industry Analysts, states that the contingent ...

Sally Webb, CSEP, CEO of The Special Event Company (http://www.specialeventco.com), a strategic event and meeting management company, has announced that Dorothy Bedor has joined the firm as vice president of business development. Bedor's wealth of experience in business convention and exhibition management will allow The Special Event Company to continue to expand its reach and provide the highest level of event planning services to both a national and international market. In her position, Bedor will use her expertise and more than 23 years of experience to promote the ...

EzPaycheck payroll software has always calculated state and federal income taxes automatically to speed up paycheck processing for small businesses. Halfpricesoft.com, the Kentucky based payroll tax software solution provider for small businesses and non-profits, released the new edition of ezPaycheck software, which enable users to include deductions unique to their city or local area, including occupational tax. EzPaycheck users in Louisville specifically had asked for a feature that enabled them to incorporate withholding for the occupational tax. In response to that ...

Both companies have a firm belief that education and partnerships provide value for their organizations and clients. A partnership between Systems Logic and Southeast Solutions allows them to take on more capacity and capabilities to advance and stay on top of the issues, educating and ensuring the customers are fully supported. Frank Brice of Southeast Solutions says "This partnership will take our companies to a new level, and allow us to provide a broad spectrum of services, "end to end" project solutions. Our cultures, technology platforms, growth ...

Sepi Asefnia, president of SEPI Engineering & Construction (http://www.sepiengineering.com), a firm which provides civil engineering and planning services to private and public sector clients across the Southeast, has announced the addition of Chris L. Baker as a project manager. In his position, Mr. Baker will use his more than 27 years of experience to serve as the roadway design lead for the Charlotte Area Transportation System (CATS) LYNX Blue Line Extension project, a 2.6-mile light rail service extension in the city that will offer an alternative to congestion ...

Wine Country Stores (www.winecountrystores.com), a successful liquor store chain in New Jersey, has joined New Jersey Craft Beer's Membership Program. The program allows members to receive discounts on craft beers in order to continually taste new microbrews. The Membership Program features over 200 stores throughout New Jersey. Each store joins the program in order to promote their beer selection. Wine Country Stores contains a wide variety of beer, liquor, and wine. Wine Country Stores are designed to have an easy layout to help customers browse for new products. ...