The Holiday Inn Express & Suites N-Atlanta Perimeter Mall Hotel offers nearby lodging to participants and guests attending the 4th Annual Atlanta Bar-B-Q Festival. Taking place at Atlantic Station in midtown on September 14-15, 2012, the event is Atlanta's top bar-b-q cook off and festival. The festival will feature: - 10 of Atlanta's top BBQ restaurants serving up their specialties - 50 BBQ teams from across the region - Live music - BBQ cooking demonstrations - Kids activity area - The market - Filming of The BBQ Pitmasters Tickets to attend are $6.00 and ...

Rodney Rodchata Aquino, a well-known bachata promoter in the world producing big events such as San Francisco Bachata Festival (www.sfibf.com) and Reno Bachata Festival (www.bachatareno.com), Kizomba Zouk Festival (www.kizombazouksf.com), is hosting the legendary Luis Vargas for the first time in San Francisco. Rodney Aquino is known for bringing big names in bachata such as Luis Miguel Del Amargue, Teodoro Reyes, Domenic Marte, Joan Soriano and Toby Love. Luis Vargas is one of the Dominican Republic's most popular bachata musicians. When he began in the early 1990s, ...

Gemrockauctions has experienced a massive increase in sales within the last three months. May to July has improved up to 250% in comparison the same period last year. The online site have increased their Certified Gemstone profiles with now over 1,600 certifications and is further aiming to have the largest certified collection of gemstones online. There has been a shift in buyers interests for more detailed information of listings, whilst sales trends show that buyers now require quality and certified gemstones. Customer feedback ranging from personal buyers, collectors ...

PMTeamwork is a new innovative solution that combines the best of two worlds: the flexibility of individual online e-learning and the shared experiences of collaborative work. PMTeamwork is a collaborative online tool that allows a group of people to work together on a case study as they are guided by a professional coach. The participants may work asynchronously, and therefore they do not have to be online at the same time. IPads, tablets, and smart phones can also be used while the participants resolve business case on the go. The demo version of PMTeamwork case study ...

Vienna, Austria: Researchers have identified a new technique that can help determine the severity of muscle loss in critically ill patients. The breakthrough could lead to new research to help prevent muscle-wasting and new therapeutic interventions to help treat critically ill patients. The results of the study will be presented today (2 September 2012) at the European Respiratory Society's Annual Congress in Vienna. Patients who are critically ill with multi-organ failure often have significant muscle wasting after recovering from their illness. This can delay their ...

Vienna, Austria: New research has shown that despite electronic cigarettes being marketed as a potentially safer alternative to normal cigarettes, they are still causing harm to the lungs. A new study, presented today (Sunday 2 September 2012) at the European Respiratory Society's Annual Congress in Vienna, has added new evidence to the debate over the safety of alternative nicotine-delivery products. Electronic cigarettes are devices that deliver nicotine through a vapour, rather than smoke. There is no combustion involved but the nicotine in the device is still ...

Vienna, Austria: New research has uncovered several factors which could explain why children with asthma are at an increased risk of being bullied. The study, presented today (2 September 2012) at the European Respiratory Society's Annual Congress in Vienna, highlights the need for doctors to talk to children with asthma about bullying, as well as the impact the disease could be having in other areas of their life. Bullying or teasing of children with any chronic medical condition is common, yet it is not always clear what factors contribute to this. Researchers from ...

Vienna, Austria: Asthma patients could be at a higher risk of worsening symptoms due to problems with their balance, according to new research. The study will be presented today (2 September 2012) at the European Respiratory Society's Annual Congress in Vienna. Researchers aimed to assess the link between asthma, anxiety and balance. Anxiety and imbalance are closely related. Muscles and joints are controlled by signals from the brain, which are, in turn, sent from stimuli from the eyes and inner ear. This function is also controlled by the limbic system in the brain, ...

Shirley You Jest! Book Awards, the only comedy and humor indie book contest offering publicity-based prizes, announces its fiction and non-fiction finalists. Presented by Liz D Publicity & Promotions, SYJ! invited independent authors who "bring the funny" to submit their 2011-2012 eBooks and print titles. First round judges read and evaluated entries belonging mainly to the mystery, chick lit, creative non-fiction, and memoir genres. The following titles are competing for Shirley LOL (1st place) and Shirley HAH (2nd place) Awards in their respective ...

Morris Kaye & Sons Furs is pleased to announce they will be holding their annual Cure Fur Cancer fundraiser that is designed to raise money to help fund kidney cancer research and to help provide patients and their families the funding they need to seek treatment at the renowned MD Anderson Cancer Center. The main aspect of the fundraiser is a fur fashion show that features models who are also cancer survivors. Tickets to the Cure Fur Cancer fundraiser are available on a limited basis at the price of $75 or $1250 for ten tickets. These tickets will set aside a seat ...

Rockport, TX Jane Guinn, President and the creative force behind the Stickman and Stick Girl line of novel, thematic Characters announced today that her firm has engaged the services of dP Design, Cincinnati, OH to create the visual design and Graphic Art elements needed to launch her products in the retail marketplace in Spring-2013. "dP Design has worked closely with my Managing Consultants at Duquesa Marketing to create Graphic Arts and Branding tools for many Consumer Products", said Jane Guinn. "dP Design is a proven creative force in the development ...

In a recent blog Sacramento Moving Company shared some ideas for decorating a dorm room on a budget. Their suggestions include inexpensive solutions for walls, windows, bedding, furniture and artwork. Walls. Begin the project with a splash of paint. A little color goes a long way when it comes to making a small space feel warm and friendly. Even just painting one wall will really help to bring together the color scheme that you're going for. Dorms don't last forever so look for cheaper paints, which can be found at Lowe's or Walmart. Windows. Check out Target, Ross ...

Orange County's hottest new dance and fitness studio, The Studio OC Fitness, announced the launch of its High Intensity Interval Training Boot Camp. The boot camp will be taught by Sean Goodwin, an American Gladiator contestant and 20 year fitness industry veteran. The eight week program will begin September 10 delivering 24 intense, fat-burning, body-sculpting workouts. Sessions will take place every Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 6 a.m. to 7 a.m. "For those who want to be in the best shape possible, but aren't sure how to do it in the shortest possible time, ...

After spending decades working in the hustle and bustle of the Hollywood television and film industry, Mississippi native F.J. Wilson returned to her roots in Southern Mississippi. However, retirement didn't slow down the former television writer and production supervisor. Instead, she started work on her other passion, novel writing. Her debut novel, Celestine: The House on rue du Maine, has recently been released by Chances Press and promises to delight fans of historical fiction especially those who enjoy an extra dose of spicy sensuality. In 1795 New Orleans, the ...

Profiles Host Mickey Burns interviews popular comedian Sebastian Maniscalco, a regular on "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno" and "The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson." Maniscalco was one of four comedians featured in Vince Vaughn's "Wild West Comedy Show" and his new stand up special is now running on Showtime called: "What's Wrong with People?" A native of Chicago where he developed his unique perspective on the human condition which he conveys effortlessly through his stand-up comedy. Sebastian grew up in an Italian condition ...

Auto Collision Experts (ACE) believes that Supporting American Heroes IS NO ACCIDENT! At ACE, "We take pride in all we do. We are here for you." That statement couldn't be more true today as ACE launches their End of Summer Donation DRIVE, August 27th through September 25th, to HONOR Returning Colorado Veterans. As ACE co-owner Steve Price puts it, "It's all about honoring many through the memory of one." Merle Overholt was the patriarch of the Price and Overholt families. A beloved husband, brother and grandfather, Merle was a Veteran of extraordinary ...

Download E-CARE today: http://www.monkeybyte.com/ecare/ E-CARE is a geo-aware emergency transportation and hospital search app for your smart phone. Your one touch access to local emergency services no matter where you find yourself or at what time you are in need. The perfect solution in both emergency and non-emergency situations. The E-CARE app helps build a security circle around you and your loved ones night and day. Launch and touch for the hospitals that are in your area. E-CARE provides direct call access, map or search tools and easy access to transportation ...

Metal lovers worldwide can witness the exclusive worldwide premiere of Engel's new video "Frontline" at NoiseCreep today. The song is featured on the forthcoming album, Blood Of Saints, due out on September 25th in North America via FrostByte Media. The video for "Frontline" was directed by Kristofer "Kriggs" Karlson, who previously collaborated with Engel on their last video, "Question Your Place," and features dynamic live performance footage highlighting the propulsive rhythms, chilling twin guitar work and impassioned vocals that ...

Z'Tejas Southwestern Grill, located at South Coast Plaza, has announced its Chile Fest menu that will be available September 4-23. The annual promo is patterned after the famous the Hatch, New Mexico festival that for more than 4 decades has celebrated chile peppers and the versatile role they play in the culinary world. Executive Chef Daniel Stevens said that each menu item will contain Hatch New Mexico chiles and for each entree sold $1 will be donated to Team Kids, a nonprofit based in Irvine that encourages local youth to become involved in community and charitable ...

US Aluminum Services, Corp., a leading construction company in the Central Florida area, has been ranked by Inc. Magazine in the Inc. 500|5000 for the fourth year in a row. Inc. 500|5000 is an exclusive ranking of the fastest growing private companies in America. This year US Aluminum Services, Corp. ranked number 1719 in the nation and number 64 in the construction industry. "We are honored to be recognized for a fourth year in a row by Inc. Magazine in the Inc. 500|5000,"said Thiago Davila, company President and Founder. "I believe we have been successful ...

Author James Fant writes inspirational and romantic fiction to address relationship issues using clean language. In the past several months, he has published three short stories that deal with infidelity, trust issues, and dealing with past hurts. Now the stage is set for James Fant's first full length novel titled "An Ode for Orchids" (available on 9/1/12), a story about the challenges four women face such as making bad choices in men, dealing with adultery, struggling with promiscuity, and dealing with rejection. "My appreciation for women inspired ...

Jeff Stoner, Managing Partner at Revolve Furnishings is excited to announce the new addition of a blog section to the Revolve Furnishings website. "We're excited to share our blog with our clients and interior design enthusiasts," commented Jeff Stoner, Managing Partner at Revolve Furnishings. "Our blog will be used to showcase the interior design staff at Revolve Furnishings and give them an outlet to share their expertise in modern home design with clients." The Revolve Furnishings blog will provide home design inspiration and offer insight ...

Another sale this summer has raised the total closed sales dollar volume at One Thousand Ocean to more than $200 million since the building opened in 2010. Only seven of the building's 52 new condominium residences are now available as the developer's team gears up to what is anticipated to be the final selling season for the iconic project. The most recent sale was an all-cash transaction for $5.4 million. Vince O'Brien with Nestler Poletto Sotheby's International Realty introduced the buyer and worked closely with One Thousand Ocean's Director of Sales, Maria Scarola, ...

While some colleges are reporting that graduates are unable to find jobs upon graduation because of the current economic conditions and high unemployment rates, there is some good career news coming out of colleges. How about a career that offers a very lucrative salary and a practically nonexistent unemployment rate, with most graduates having jobs in hand before they receive their degrees. That career field is actuarial sciences. Students who graduate from actuarial sciences programs become actuaries, a profession consistently ranked as one of the top five careers ...

Inlanta Mortgage is pleased to announce the promotion of Robin Hughes to funding manager and the addition of eight new employees to the corporate staff. Hughes joined Inlanta in October 2011 as a compliance and quality control prior to her recent promotion to funding manager. Before joining the Inlanta team, she was the vice president of operations at GSF Mortgage. Hughes has been in the industry for 23 years and has career has included positions in underwriting, closing operations and compliance. Inlanta's has also hired new positions in underwriting, funding, closing, ...