Blanket America, a charitable linen manufacturer that donates blankets through its BUY 1, GIVE 1 charity model, is offering daily giveaways on its Facebook page, http://www.facebook.com/BlanketAmerica. Every day, the blankets manufacturer hides the company symbol, a heart, on one of the product pages on http://www.BlanketAmerica.com and posts a hint to its location on Facebook. The first person who finds the heart and posts the link to http://www.facebook.com/BlanketAmerica wins that product. "Oh my goodness! I never win anything, this is fabulous! And to win it ...

The CIO Cloud Summit team announced today a few of the CIOs and IT executives who have signed on to attend the upcoming technology event, June 14-16, 2011 in Scottsdale, Arizona. The technology event will allow attendees to take an in-depth look at cloud computing topics and trends, including how to build a private cloud, optimizing cloud computing performance, barriers and requirements to cloud adoption, and cloud computing compliance. The event's interactive agenda includes roundtables, think tanks, and panel discussions as well as formal and informal networking opportunities. ...

Paying it forward doesn't have to mean giving a large some of money or expending a lot of effort. Industry Smirk's approach to road fashion through artistic means rebuilding and customizing bicycles is being shared through the public spirit. Industry Smirk is joining forces with local charity auctions to benefit kids through donating proceeds. Owners Shane Mouser and Jared Derringer teamed up this year to put their creative talent and mechanical experience in action. Changing the face of cycling forever, their specialization is rebuilding custom bicycles for customers ...

The Union Sportsmen's Alliance Boots on the Ground (BOTG) conservation program has united local Union workers with the Alaska Department of Fish and Game and the Friends of the Palmer-Hay Flats to create a wildlife viewing tower on the Hay Flats Wildlife Refuge. Bringing together federal, state and local government agencies with Union members willing to volunteer their time and expertise, BOTG tackles conservation projects that improve and enhance public access, wildlife habitat and outdoor experiences for communities across America. "Boots on the Ground is an excellent ...

Academic Coach Deanna Hurn is making four free videos available to help middle school, high school and college students boost their grades. The videos can be accessed at http://www.gpamakeoverlearning.com and are a free introduction to Hurn's "GPA+ Makeover Program," a distance learning alternative to traditional tutoring. "With my web-based program, students benefit from the same support and guidance of a one-on-one tutor but at less cost and with greater convenience," says Hurn, who has helped students boost their GPAs by as many as two points in one semester. "Many ...

Coggins International announced today their award of the DLA Energy BSM-E formal training contract—to provide instructional support, course development and support services for the Base Level FuelsManager Defense (FMD) applications, FMD 6.0, FuelsManager Defense Express (FMDE), a web-enabled application, and all associated applications and interfaces, within the BSM-E architecture. The objective of formal instructional support, whether in a classroom or regional environment, is to maintain currency and efficiency of all DLA Energy customers (military, civilian and interdepartmental) ...

Valensi Rose, PLC attorney Bruce D. Sires will be a featured speaker at an upcoming Beverly Hills Bar Association lunch seminar entitled "Child Actors - What's All The Fuss?: A Look at Current Laws and Regulations" on Wednesday, April 20, 2011. The seminar will review and discuss the law governing the unique aspects of employing minors in the entertainment industry. It will address DLSE regulations, SAG regulations, the Court Ratification Process and Coogan Trust Accounts, as well as the ethical obligations when the interests of child and parent differ and when children ...

Auslogics Software has released version 3.2 of its popular free disk defragmentation and optimization tool, Auslogics Disk Defrag. Auslogics Disk Defrag 3.2 uses advanced algorithms that turn the tool into a comprehensive hard drive defragmentation and optimization solution. All this makes Disk Defrag one of the most popular and trusted disk defragmenters available today. The new version offers improved defragmentation and free space consolidation algorithms, improved usability, and significant GUI enhancements for ease of use. Auslogics Disk Defrag 3.2 benefits ...

In celebration of their newly launched naturally corrective acne line at Duane Reade retailers, HappyMe Skincare is throwing a bon voyage bash for blemishes during the week of April 11-15, 2011 at various Duane Reade locations throughout New York. HappyMe's unique products go beyond delivering clear skin, promising healthier, happier skin too. To bid farewell to pimples for good, the "HappyMe Going Away Party" will offer attendees a free consultation with an esthetician, plus plenty of HappyMe samples. However, the celebration won't end there; HappyMe is also giving away ...

Brian Geary Consulting has announced enhanced search engine optimization for all standard websites. Several enhancements have been added to the SEO benefits already included with standard website services. Existing websites will also receive the enhanced features at no additional cost. The enhanced content management features allow clients to easily add default as well as custom meta tags to all web pages. Both standard and extended meta data is supported. The existing clean URL feature has been automated and extended to not only remove query strings but also replace ...

GPI Prototype announced that it will showcase and present its additive manufacturing capabilities at the Amerimold Expo in Rosemont, Illinois on April 13th-14th 2011. GPI Prototype will be located at booth 234 and be available to answer questions regarding additive manufacturing and rapid prototyping. GPI will also be exhibiting at the EASTEC 2011 Exposition in West Springfield, Massachusetts from May 17th-19th 2011 at booth 5612. GPI is committed to showcasing additive technology at industry events and informing customers of the benefits and cost savings of additive manufacturing. On ...

Matrox Graphics Inc. will be showcasing the Matrox Mura MPX Series display wall controllers for AV distributors, integrators, and professionals at InfoComm China, from April 13th-15th, 2011, in Amara International Limited booth H5-02. The ideal building block for collaborative video walls and wall matrix management, Mura MPX boards will be driving a twelve-monitor (3x4) display wall, while Matrox personnel will be leading in-booth tutorials on the benefits of integrating Extio KVM extenders and Matrox M-Series graphics cards into control room, digital signage, and other ...

My Executive Career Coach, LLC, today announced that executive career coach Linda Van Valkenburgh will discuss the critical ins-and-outs of interviewing for a new job on Connecticut Comcast Channel 23's "Community Forum" program, hosted by John Gogliettino, on Wednesday, April 13 at 9 pm. Ms. Van Valkenburgh will introduce viewers to key strategies from her "Dissection of an Interview"; a presentation aimed at preparing Connecticut job-seekers for that all-important job interview. Ms. Van Valkenburgh, MS, CCMC, CJSS Certified Career Coach, is owner of My Executive Career ...

Winn Technology Group and Manticore Technology announced today that they have entered into a strategic partnership, establishing a joint lead nurturing solution for clients in the technology sector. The partnership between Winn and Manticore will bring the combined expertise of both firms in the lead nurturing space to the marketplace. Leveraging Manticores marketleading capabilities that enable marketers to develop automated, multitouch marketing programs to continuously engage leads, nurture them through the pipeline, and ensure a constant flow of qualified leads, ...

As part of its "Speak Up America!"public service initiative, AmpliVox Sound Systems today announced a commitment to support the North Suburban YMCA and its local youth programming and services. To launch this commitment, AmpliVox will donate $15 to the NSYMCA for every megaphone sold between now and December 31, 2011. AmpliVox CEO Don Roth became personally involved with the North Suburban Y as a Board member over the last several years. "We support the wide range of community services provided by the Y," said Roth. "AmpliVox is speaking up for all the teachers, community ...

The personal shoppers at Wisconsinmade.com are pleased to announce the annual release of the Wisconsin Mother's Day Gift Guide. The 2011 guide features expert's top five picks for Mother's Day foods and gifts, chosen from thousands of made in Wisconsin items. Wisconsinmade.com personal shoppers recommend placing Mother's Day orders by April 25, 2011 at Wisconsinmade.com or via the toll free number 1-877-947-6233. Foods and gifts ship nationwide and generally arrive within 5 to 10 business days from ship date with standard shipping. Happy Mother's Day Sugar Cookie Gift ...

On May 9-11, 2011, the Chicago Police Department (CPD) will host the third Social Media the Internet and Law Enforcement (SMILE) Conference at Chicago Police Headquarters to discuss the use of social media to improve law enforcement, crime prevention and officer safety. The SMILE Conference brings together a widely respected group of law enforcement professionals, public information officers and neighborhood watch members to help add another vital weapon to their arsenal- social media. Additionally, SMILE attendees will receive the latest information and methodology ...

As graduating seniors prepare to travel abroad or leave for college, parents are urged to help their children prepare HIPAA forms, a power-of-attorney and an Advance Health Care Directive to ensure they are consulted and actively involved in their child's care should they become seriously ill or incapacitated in accident. Under current privacy laws, parents may be barred from making necessary medical and life-saving decisions on their child's behalf without such documentation in place. Parents may further find themselves unable to obtain necessary medical records without ...

Web2Mobile, Inc., the first software platform in the country designed to transition standard PC and laptop websites into mobile sites, introduces the simplicity of building and publishing mobile sites within minutes. Launched by Alexander Kutsishin and Max Kryzhanovskiy, the same marketers who founded Baltimore creative firm, MOS Creative, the software went live this spring at http://www.web2mobile.co. With a growth rate of 2000 percent over the last two years, mobile Web may be considered the fastest growing industry today. Experts say mobile internet is growing faster ...

Mills Tavern, known for its seasonal four-star cuisine, introduces its latest menu highlighting flavors of spring in an inventive and elegant selection of new dishes. Executive Chef Robert Harrison has carefully crafted a menu incorporating local ingredients with vibrant colors into its fresh seafood, rustic meat, poultry and pasta dishes. "When I think of spring, I think of the bright vibrant colors and fresh flavors of fava beans and english peas, both of which are featured in our breast of veal dish on the Spring menu," said executive chef, Robert Harrison. "The veal ...

Handi-Ramp, the world's oldest ramp manufacturer, has launched a new site, Ramps.org where visitors can find information on how to choose a ramp, layout considerations, and free wheelchair ramp resources. Site users can also take advantage of the Contractors Corner and find accessible homes located nationwide. This site is one of the most comprehensive resources on wheelchair ramps, wheelchair ramp plans, and funding available on the Web.Handi-Ramp in Libertyville, Ill., has been designing and manufacturing safety and accessibility products for home and business use since ...

Mark Jakubczak, founder of PetAmberAlert.com, announced today that two pets in Northern California have been returned home to their families due to the quick action of PetAmberAlert.com. Oakland resident Thomas Knecht contacted PetAmberAlert.com when his rescue dog, a brown Chesapeake Bay retriever, went missing. He worked with PetAmberAlert.com, which used phone calls, faxes and computers to alert thousands of neighbors, animal shelters, pet stores, police stations, and veterinary offices in the area. The system uses specialized software to reach people anywhere in ...

Ryan J. McCarty has joined Gallop, Johnson & Neuman, L.C. as an Associate in the Business Litigation Department as the Firm's business litigation services continue to expand to meet clients' needs. In addition to general business and commercial litigation, Mr. McCarty has extensive experience in banking, financial services, and credit-related litigation. He has defended numerous banking institutions facing claims brought under the Fair Credit Reporting Act, Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, Telephone Consumer Protection Act, Truth in Lending Act, and the related common ...

San Diego will soon be singing along to the sensational sounds of The Garcia Brothers: The vocal and instrumental trio of brothers, Juan (11), Hector (9) and Angel (7), will debut their new single track, "All Around the World," off their first-ever CD this May. In addition to the single, other CD tracks will be added to the CD and sent out to A&R Record Labels to demo. The Garcia Brothers will officially begin recording in April, with a scheduled release on iTunes and in select stores towards the end of May 2011. Recording with Capricorn Studios in Downtown San ...

The Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Northeastern Pennsylvania has announced the winners of the Northeastern Pennsylvania Innovation Awards. Winners will be honored at the Ben Franklin i xchange event, scheduled for 5:30 PM on Tuesday, May 10th at the Zoellner Arts Center at Lehigh University. Awards will be presented in six categories, to companies or individuals who have achieved business success through Ben Franklin funding and assistance, have helped others to achieve success, or have improved their businesses through innovation. Each award recipient represents ...