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Winx 3.75" Action Dolls Fairy Concert - Flora
When the Winx Club fairies take a break from saving the world from evil, they love to perform in their band. These girls are dressed in edgy concert fashions and feature 9 points of articulation for rockin' poses. Each girl comes with their own musical instrument. These dolls include a Winx "X" on their back allowing for magical transformation from girl to fairy. Wings are sold separately. Complete the band by collecting all six band members: Bloom, Stella, Flora, Tecna, Musa and Aisha!
Veterinary Education Network announces CE Workshop on July 12 at the Omaha Henry Doorly Zoo
Veterinary Education Network is pleased to announce industry experts Mark Middleton, Wendy Myers and Elisa Thompson at a full-day workshop offering 7 hours of CE to held at the Omaha Henry Doorly Zoo on Friday, July 12, 2013 open to DVMs, Practice Managers and Veterinary Technicians.
We will discuss topics such as “how DVMs drive business to their competition, how to improve the bottom line, increase feline business, and understand the time value of money “says, keynote speaker Mark Middleton, industry expert.
"I found the information presented by Mark Middleton and his colleagues at the Veterinary Education Network compelling, insightful, and useful. It was time well spent." says Marcus A. Roeder MBA, CVPM, Dublin Animal Hospital, Hospital Administrator/Owner and American Animal Hospital Association, Board of Directors: Director of Practice Management, AAHA Educational Committee.
“Clinics today face many challenges including an economic recession. There are many steps you can take to increase your profitability amid these economic conditions. We discuss innovative ways to use your buying power with your vendors, understand how colors impact buying decisions and how you can increase your feline business, and learn how to use your website and social media to reach existing and new clients“ says Elisa Thompson, MBA.
“Rarely do you get the opportunity to have people like Mark Middleton and his team, with their experience and credibility, present such a comprehensive look at the business of veterinary medicine. I have known Mark for many years, and he brings an intangible to this seminar that you will have never experienced nor are likely to again. This seminar is going to teach DVM's the value of money and time. They will learn that purchasing capital equipment is an investment in their practice, not a cost“ says Craig Tockman, DVM, Director of Professional Services, Abaxis North American Animal Health and one of the sponsors of the workshop.
The topics include: Causing Thought about Your Business, Effective Ways to Engage Clients, How to Increase your Feline Business and Little or No Cost Marketing Strategies.
“We encourage DVMs, Owners, Practice Managers, Veterinary Technicians or anyone interested in increasing the profitability of their clinic to attend. The pricing is designed to include a DVM and a practice member for one price. We want key decision makers in attendance to learn from each other,“ says VEN Principal, Dana Rhoden.
The price is $379 for two to attend and receive 7 hours of Continuing Education (CE) credits, meals and tickets to enjoy the zoo. Half price tickets are available for family members for the zoo. To register go to www.veterinaryeducationnetwork.com.
Veterinary Education Network offers top industry experts to discuss how to cover the economic issues facing the veterinary industry today at a workshop on Friday, July 12, 2013 to be held at the Omaha Henry Dooly Zoo from 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. that includes zoo tickets, 7 hrs of CE credits, meals and encourage family members to attend with half price zoo tickets and lunch.
Veterinary Education Network (VEN) delivers high impact continuing education and the tools that help you boost productivity, strengthen employee commitment, and improve bottom-line profits for your veterinary business. VEN's mission is dedicated to helping DVM's, Veterinary Technicians and Practice Managers achieve their professional goals while improving the quality of life for people, the planet and pets through quality education and industry relationships.
For more details contact:
Dana Rhoden, CMP, CMM
dana@VeterinaryEducationNetwork.com (email)
214.716.7600 (phone) 214.868.8067 (cell)
Veterinary Education Network
6119 Greenville Ave, Ste 632 ? Dallas, TX 75206
214-716-7600 ° Fax: 214-361-1170
www.VeterinaryEducationNetwork.com
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VEN announces - National Immunization Awareness Month - It's a matter of life or death for your pets
August is National Immunization Awareness Month. This observance offers the opportunity to remind the community of the importance of immunization. Immunization is one of modern medicine's most significant public health achievements. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, tens of thousands of people in the United States still die from vaccine-preventable diseases every year. Numerous animals also succumb to vaccine-preventable diseases. Make sure that your family, including your pets, is up-to-date on their immunizations.
Giving your regular vaccination is the secret to a healthy dog's life. Immunizations will keep your pet healthy and strong by protecting and preventing awful diseases like, Rabies, infectious Hepatitis, Canine Distemper, Canine Parvovirus, and Corona Virus from affecting your dog. These diseases are capable of paralyzing the nervous system of a dog, most are lethal and if the rabies disease is not treated it can be transferred to human beings through saliva. Rabies is a highly fatal disease in human beings. Dogs have been receiving these vaccines for years and this has lead to a decline in the total number of canine infectious cases.
As stipulated by the National Health Department, keeping your dog’s vaccinations current is one of the necessary responsibilities of a dog guardian. After receiving the initial series of vaccinations for puppies or older dogs with unknown vaccination history, revaccination is recommended every 3 years thereafter. Too much vaccination leads to suppression of the immune system and can lead to serious health problems so only inoculate for diseases that are prevalent in your geographical area. Keep vaccination records and schedule regular wellness checks with your family veterinarian who can help monitor your individual dog’s needs.
Immunizations also apply to cats as well. Every cat, regardless of whether he or she lives indoors at all times, should be vaccinated based upon guidelines recommended by the American Association of Feline Practitioners. Kittens should be vaccinated as early as six to eight weeks of age with what veterinarians call core vaccinations that are given in a series:
Feline Panleukopenia Virus (FPV), a.k.a., Distemper is a potentially fatal virus in young cats. FPV causes vomiting, diarrhea, dehydration, fever and/or sudden death. Kittens born to mothers with FPV can suffer permanent brain damage if they survive.
Feline Viral Respiratory Disease Complex (FVRDC), a.k.a., Feline Herpes Virus and Calicivirus; Rhinotracheitis affects a cat’s airways, causing runny eyes and nose, sneezing, ulcers in the mouth, trouble eating and possible blindness. It is spread very easily from cat-to-cat. While the vaccine doesn’t prevent infection, it has been showed to reduce the severity of the disease.
Rabies: Signs of rabies are different in each animal, but the disease is almost always fatal and can be spread from animal to animal and to humans. Rabies cases are on the rise in indoor cats in the United States and some localities and states mandate that all cats be vaccinated against rabies. Rabies vaccinations may be given annually or once every three years.
Generally, a series of four FVRCP injections (Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis Calicivirus Panleukopenia) is given beginning at the age of six to eight weeks, three weeks apart with an annual FVRCP vaccination given annually thereafter. Some veterinarians may recommend non-core vaccinations, such as Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV) or Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV).
Medical needs for cats over the age of six are different from their younger friends; therefore, many veterinarians recommend cats over six years of age have two medical checkups per year screen for and catch many common problems early. Cats of that age are susceptible to diabetes, renal (kidney) failure, arthritis and joint problems, thyroid problems, dental diseases and/or hearing and vision issues. Many problems older cats develop as they age may be managed if caught early and treated.
Cats are living longer due to advances in technology, improved medical treatments and greater awareness in the pet-loving community.
Veterinary Education Network (VEN) delivers high impact continuing education and the tools that help you boost productivity, strengthen employee commitment, and improve bottom-line profits for your veterinary business.
VEN's mission is dedicated to helping DVM's achieve their professional goals while improving the quality of life for people, the planet and pets through quality education and industry. Go to www.VeterinaryEducationNetwork.com for more information.
Veterinary Education Network ? 6119 Greenville Ave, Ste 632 ? Dallas, TX 75206
214-716-7600 ° Fax: 214-361-1170 ? www.VeterinaryEducationNetwork.com
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Vote for the Best “Green” Garden in the DC Area
Residents of the Metro DC area submitted photos depicting one or more aspects of their green, eco-friendly landscapes. Local residents now have until 5pm on June 29th to look through the photos and choose the one that they feel best depicts the beautiful benefits of growing green.
The first Place Prize winner will receive: a rain barrel, a utility cart, a compost tumbler, a sprinkler timer, winning photo printed on canvas and framed, and a gift certificate to a local garden store (Retail value of first place prize package approximately $700).
The Second Place winner will receive: a utility cart, a sprinkler timer, winning photo printed on canvas and framed and a gift certificate to a local garden store (Retail value of second place prize package approximately $400)·
"We loved going through all of the photos that were entered ," Stuart Freudberg with Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments.. "It’s great to know that so many people are making an effort to help protect the environment from their own homes and yards."
The Green Gardeners DO Make a Difference Photo Contest is being carried out by the Metro DC Lawn and Garden Blog and its sponsors. Since June 2010, The Metro DC Lawn and Garden Blog has been sharing ideas such as conserving and protecting water, eliminating chemicals, gardening for wildlife and planting native species.
About Us
The Green Gardeners DO Make a Difference Photo contest is sponsored by The Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments Community Engagement Campaign and the Northern Virginia Clean Water Partners which represent local governments and utilities with a shared interest in preserving and protecting the beauty of the Metropolitan Washington DC Area.
Contacts:
Stuart Freudberg, Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments, (202) 962-3340, sfreudberg@mwcog.org
Eric Eckl, Water Words that Work, LLC, (703)-829-6732, eric.eckl@waterwordsthatwork.com
Betsy Franz, Metro DC Lawn and Garden Blog, lawngardenblogger@waterwordsthatwork.com
Learn More: http://gardening.mwcog.org
Winx Club Harmonix Flora 11.5" Fashion Doll
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Feng Shui lighting, Inc. is pleased to reveal its latest collection called Flora and Fauna
In Philadelphia, PA-Feng Shui lighting (FSL) has launched a new line of decorative lighting called flora and fauna. FSL, best known for his nature-inspired lighting fixtures, he collaborated with Brian g. Thornton, Las Vegas architect and designer, bring a fresh approach to design luminaires textile shade. The inspiration for the collection was the experience of catching the eye of the lining of the exquisite clothes well understated. Collections a signature accessory is an open drum shade. The typical drum lamp shade design includes acrylic diffuser at the bottom, put there to hide inside the shade. Display fixture below one sees a piece of white acrylic.
Thornton's design is radically different. Instead of hiding inside, Thornton. Looking inside one sees the grandeur of haute couture fabrics ... or a stylized Zebra print (fauna) or garden (Flora). The fabric glow and provide a Visual Feast, looking inside in the shade.
The collection offers opportunities for designers to customize the look, how they want. Fixed external shade color options include ivory, white, black, red, chocolate, and custom colors. Accessories are offered in nickel, chrome and polished aluminum satin or blackened finish. Finials, Crystal and decorative finishes are added to the fixture, the designer can add to personalize their lights, similar to add jewelry to the team.
This collection is conceived as an element of design sense, who brings a lighted flora or fauna of hospitality, the upper part of the housing, healthcare or spa environments. The collection has been introduced at a private reception in Las Vegas. Trailer video collection can be seen on the website of the FSL. www.FSL.bz.
About Feng Shui lighting, Inc.
Each fixture is meant to celebrate one of the nine opposing aspects of life that you cherish harmony and happiness or one of the five elements of nature to bring the beauty of nature and balance in its place. FSL in philosophy: we are greatly affected by what we see and what it means for us. Consciously creating and selecting what we can light our spaces, it can shine light on our intentions to make them meet. Feng Shui lighting is a unique company dedicated to making a positive difference in people's lives through the beauty of the light and the philosophy of Feng Shui.
Contact: Lawrence Berman, 215. 260.8226 proofed lb@fsl.bz
Feng Shui Lighting Inc. produces decorative lighting inspired by nature and influenced by the principals of Feng Shui. Flora and Fauna collection is the latest addition to illuminate the Collections offered by the FSL.
Winx Club: Mission Enchantix
A sequel to the hugely popular Winx Club: Quest for the Codex, Winx Club Mission Enchantrix features and exciting mix of puzzles and exploration, an expanded Magic Closet where you can design your own outfits and share them with friends, and an all new mode dedicated to accessing exclusive Winx Club artwork, video and music! Following the events of season 3 TV Show, the game grants the girls more spells than ever before, including the mighty Enchantrix transformation, and reveals other parts of the Winx Club universe via visits to Tides, Pyros and many other locations!
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Volunteers can help conserve Malaysia's natural habitat
The programs are implemented with partner project sites and aim to benefit the environment, wildlife and the surrounding community. APE participates in ongoing conservation projects with partners that are working towards common conservation outcomes. People and organizations can also become involved with these projects through APE’s volunteering program, education program or corporate social responsibility services. The organization currently works at five different sites, each with goals driven by the conservation needs of the individual site.
APE offers four volunteer programs for people to choose from:
• Zoo assistant
• Volunteering family adventure
• Borneo wildlife safari
• Wild orangutan encounters
Volunteers help enhance the on-going conservation programs through fees that help fund the programs and through physical manpower. Some of the volunteer activities include habitat restoration, wildlife population density data gathering, observing wildlife, such as orangutans, and working alongside zookeepers. The program durations vary from 7 – 28 days.
For more information on APE, please visit www.apemalaysia.com.
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Vicki Rae Thorne is named finalist for women on the woman in the industry of Pet of the Year Award.
Vicki Rae Thorne, founder of Earth heart Inc., Dundee, ill., has been named finalist in the women in women's competition of the year Pet industry. Thorne was nominated in the Solopreneurcategory. She and other 24 will now be forward to compete within the categories and, finally, for woman of the year.
Award categories include entrepreneur, businessman, Corporation, Defender and Rising Star. They were named five finalists in each category, and a woman of animal industry domestic general of the year will be chosen from the 25 finalists. A panel of four independent judges reviewed and scored nominations for applicants from more than 60 in the five categories. The judges include a radio station, a Publisher, a CEO and owner of a former business school.
Thorne will sit on a panel of experts who will participate in a round table on Saturday the wipin Conference, which runs Aug. 23 through 25 at the Red Lion on the River in Portland, Oregon. She also will be recognized during the women's awards ceremony of the year held the night of the 24th of August in conjunction with the Conference.
"Women in the women in the industry of Pet of the Year Awards were designed to recognize the incredible females who dedicate their time and talents to improve the lives of all pets, dogs, cats, birds, fish, horses and exotic - and pet parents," said Shawna Schuh, President of WIPIN. "The awards are a celebration of the women who have dedicated their lives to the industry of pet and shine as beacons of women helping women and pets with passion. Thorne is a perfect example."
Shared Thorne, "for 21 years, I have created products for safe, effective, easy to use and affordable." Our formulations are based on proven methods of aromatherapy that provide natural alternatives for the pet industry".
"I work mainly with women entrepreneurs who are to expand their knowledge of new methods to solve problems of health of the pets," continued Thorne. "Meeting with the community of women in the pet industry to be coherent and supportive, and being named a finalist in this competition is really an honor."
Thorne is a certified aromatherapist and master herbalist. The heart of the land she founded in 1992 to help others learn how to use herbs and essential oils safely and effectively as part of everyday life.
In 1999, a Kennel owner asked Thorne to help calm walled pets who underwent separation problems, including agitation, anxiety, anger and depression. These behaviors became more pronounced at lunchtime and during the intake of new inmates. Tested using essential oils with dogs and horses, and his experience in the creation of personal wellness and massage, permitted products Thorne create a mixture of diffusion in the Kennel that worked from the first day and still today is used successfully in clinical research.
Over time, the canine product line applications increased, and almost 4 years ago, Thorne took an opportunity to market nationwide its line of mists of natural remedy for dog families. Distribution has grown from 40 local shops retail nearly 300 independent products for pets, trainers, veterinarians, cleaners and kennel owners across the United States as well as in Canada and Australia.
Heart of the Earth has built a reputation for providing high quality products, using pure essential oils and other ingredients of plant origin. Products made in the USA and packaged in recyclable containers free of BPA. They offer customers affordable, safe and effective solutions to help families and their lives live dogs happy and healthy. As part of its partner non-profit program, heart of the Earth has sponsored several charity and educational events, including donations of products for raffle or silent auction and discount prices to help rescue and shelter dogs in need. Heart land products has given special recognition, including reviews and awards, top trade and consumer magazines, said dog blog sites and radio programs.
Full line of produce, heart, including canine calm, quiet journey, good guard and guard Buzz, are also available for purchase over the Internet and stores throughout the United States and Canada, via the web site of heart of the Earth at www.earthheartinc.com and by calling 847-551-1806.
About women in the industry of pet (work) network
Founded in 2010, then acquired in 2012 by Shawna Schuh, the current President and Chief Pet Wrangler, WIPIN is headquartered near Portland, Oregon, and serves a global membership base of women in the pet industry. I work helpsentrepreneurial women grow their pet-focused business through unique opportunities for networking, business meetings valuable growth and online resources. Start of something big! Conference & Awards Show (http://womeninthepetindustry.com/conference) in August 2013 women together to connect, network and learn how to grow their businesses of pet-centered. WIPIN is affiliated with black dog education, PetIndustryTV.com and Animal wellness magazine. With 275 members and grows day by day, WIPIN is the premier networking organization for women in the pet industry, offering its members the opportunity to connect, share and learn from other professional related. Learn more about the benefits of becoming a member of www.womeninthepetindustry.com/join/. For more information, visit www.womeninthepetindustry.com, or contact Schuh at 503-970-5774, 877-474-2962 or shawna@womeninthepetindustry.com.
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Water features to suit your style
Even novice gardeners can now enjoy the beauty of a water feature, no matter how large or small their garden may be. The Blagdon Water Feature Kit enables anyone who dreams of having a restful water feature in their garden space to make it a reality.
Anh Nguyen, Blagdon Brand Manager comments: “Many people dream of enjoying the sights and sounds of moving water in their garden, but find the prospect of setting it up rather daunting. Our Water Feature Kit makes a beautiful water feature a reality for even a novice gardener. It includes everything you need to set up the feature you want, leaving you to focus on the important bit – picking the Rock, Pot or Pebbles that suit your tastes best!”
The Water Feature Kit allows gardeners to put their creativity into practice and generate a style that suits them. The Rock feature transforms a drilled rock into an attractive water feature, while the Pot Kit creates a stunning display from a classic terracotta pot. The Pebble Fountain presents the gardener with three different fountain heads which can be used interchangeably to create three unique displays.
With over fifty years of experience in fishkeeping and water gardening, Blagdon offers effective solutions designed for success. The Water Feature Kit comes with simple to follow visual instructions for each choice of water feature and includes:
1 x Feature Pump 650: The pump is the heart of any water feature, so it’s important to use a good quality model. Buying a pump separately can cost up to £30 so the inclusion of the Feature Pump 650 offers brilliant value for money and convenience.
1 x 10cm Access hole cover: The easy access hole allows for access to the pump for maintenance without having to dismantle the entire water feature.
1 x 30 litre Reservoir (40cm wide x 32cm high), 1 x 60cm Reservoir lid: The reservoir and reservoir lid are made of materials durable enough to withstand up to 50kg of weight placed on top of it.
1 x Set of Rock feature fittings, 1 x Set of Pebble fountain fittings, 1 x Set of Pot kit fittings (please refer to image for full list): The three sets of fittings provide the gardener with a variety of possibilities that allow them to put their own twist on their water feature and create a truly unique design. Including the right fittings in the kit also saves both the time and money of buying fittings separately.
The Blagdon Water Feature Kit is available from all major stockists for an RRP of £64.99.
For more information visit the Interpet website at: http://www.interpet.co.uk/brands/blagdon/
Email: customercare@interpet.co.uk
Notes to Editors:
About Interpet:
Interpet offers one of the largest pet and aquatic product ranges, incorporating 12 different brands including: Interpet, Blagdon, Kent Marine, Mikki, PetLove, PetSafe, Four Paws, Super Pet, Nylabone, Chomper and Interpet Publishing
For more details about Interpet visit: www.interpet.co.uk
About Blagdon – the Pond Masters:
With fifty years of experience in fishkeeping and water gardening, Blagdon is an expert in delivering quality pond solutions that support success, no matter the garden or budget. Extreme reliability and great value for money are key to Blagdon’s on-going success.
Worx: Remixes
Esteemed producers Fauna Flash, Christian Prommer and Roland Appel, return on their 4th full length album with a selection of their best remixes in their long and acclaimed career. This selection is reminiscent of Jazzanova’s remix compilation showing of Fauna Flash’s trademark " genre-may-care attitude" production style from downtempo to house to brazil to drum&bass to uptempo dance bizness and electro.
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India as a preferred destination for travelers
India, Viet Nam and Cuba appear as privileged places for travelers, according to a new report. Rounding out the top emerging destination are the Galapagos Islands, China and Chile. The report released March 8, Luxe, virtuoso, was compiled using feedback from the network service providers and advisors and reflects the trend.
India experience
India experience
The impulse to travel to India is behind with its economic boom-return to growth trajectory after the world recession in her step-the Mystic charm of this ancient civilization. India is not seen as the safest corner of the world, which can be tolerance for those who do not realize that this is where the rule of law democracy alive is as much a fact of life as widespread corruption in government offices.
India presents a unique experience for travellers due to its diversity-of people, culture and language changes every 100 km-brings a variety of experience, felt or anywhere else in the world. Diversity will engage alone, as well as to surprise her in disbelief. India is full of mountains, hills, forests, deserts, beaches, flora, fauna and wildlife, not to mention the 1.2 billion people of different religion and culture. There is something for every tourist.
The privileged places in the country's beaches, sacred places, monuments, extreme sports and the desert cities. Goa, Kerala, Rajasthan, Delhi, Himachal Pradesh, Sikkim and Uttar Pradesh are the Member States, which attract the most visitors.
Indian tourism industry on the upswing after a dismal 2009. In one month, February 2010, industry increased by 9.9% in comparison with the negative growth in 2009. Almost 1.1 million foreign tourists came to India in January and February 2010, an increase of 12.7% over the previous year. Downside is mainly due to the terrorist threat for many of the major cities and tourist destinations in India. The Indian Government has spruced up the security and people once again on the move.
However, travelers are advised to avoid places with current problems of law and order. India has increased security awareness of individual travelers and keeps consulates and traveller updated on events and happenings. The country has good connections with mobile coverage, which extends even to adventure. Internet cafes abound for enables you to keep in touch with family and friends 24/7.
India is a conservative society so avoid bringing undue attention to themselves. Adoption of a dress that is appropriate for your location. In high-end hotels, the country is no different from any of the Western District.
A simple rule as covering in sacred places, doesn't travel alone to remote destinations, travel with an attendant, you know, check out the credentials of the people who take on the Guide, the exchange of money for legitimate and the Government approved organisations or banks works wonders in securing the traveller. Indian mining guidelines provided by travel websites and guides for your safety.
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What do Haiti, Heifers, and "Hi-Tech" have in common? Bethel United Methodist Church in Bethel, CT
Bethel United Methodist Church (www.bethelmethodist.net (http://www.bethelmethodist.net/)) in Bethel, Connecticut, has announced its latest fundraising and stewardship mission. The church will raise monies for reconstruction of Haiti after massive destruction by two recent natural disasters. For the first time, this church’s 25 year plus fundraising ambitions will take on a “hi-tech” focus as the organization combines social media with a nationwide electronic fundraising campaign.
For over 25 years, Bethel United Methodist Church (BUMC) has participated in Heifer International’s (www.heifer.org) mission to end hunger by raising funds to purchase farm animals to send to poor areas worldwide. This small New England church near Newtown, Connecticut, with approximately 150 active members, has decided in 2013 to focus on Heifer International’s REACH project: Rural Entrepreneurs for Agricultural Cooperation in Haiti. The project aims to work with farming families, aid organizations, producers, municipalities, public-private sector partnerships and others to rehabilitate and strengthen the crop- and livestock-based livelihoods in Haiti destroyed by natural disasters. REACH will build up four livestock sub-sectors (goats, cattle, poultry and pigs) using integrated farming to improve production and strengthen linkages with buyers.
Heifer's REACH project will help more than 100,000 people overall – the largest animal project of its kind in Haiti's history. BUMC has created a fundraising campaign using Facebook, Twitter, and other social media, combined with an online donation portal, to take its collections from the local level to a national level to raise as much money as possible to help reconstruct the agricultural infrastructure of Haiti.
During April and May 2013, BUMC seeks to raise at least $2,000 for REACH. To make a donation (minimum $5), please visit the group’s donation page at http://www.gofundme.com/HeiferBUMC. For more information on the REACH Project, please visit Heifer International at www.heifer.org.
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Zak Designs' Travel Tumbler has a 14-ounce capacity. It features a spill proof flip-top lid and a super fun and trendy Wild Flora design. Made of durable plastic. Tumbler and lid are dishwasher safe. Do not use in microwave. By Zak Designs. Playful, unexpected and spirited, colorful, modern, crisp and clean-this is Zak. They offer a wide variety of dinnerware and travelware; they offer products at the forefront of tabletop trends for contemporary and on-the-go lifestyles. Stylish, efficient and well built, this mug is made for your every day.
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World Animal Awareness Society Honored As A Nationally Ranked 2013 Top-rated Nonprofit
The World Animal Awareness Society (WA2S) announced today that it has been honored with the prestigious 2013 'Top-Rated' Award by GreatNonprofits, the leading provider of user reviews about nonprofit organizations.
“We are excited to be named a 'Top-Rated' 2013 Nonprofit, this is our second such distinction in as many years” remarked WA2S Executive Director Tom McPhee. “We are extremely proud of our accomplishments this year, specifically the American Strays Project and the unique - contemporary tools we use to generate animal focused non profit outreach.”
The Top-Rated Nonprofit award was based on the large number of positive reviews that World Animal Awareness Society received – reviews written by volunteers, donors and clients. People posting their personal experiences with the WA2S.
For example, one person wrote, "My organization, Carol's Ferals was the lucky recipient of a contest sponsored by World Animal Awareness Society to help us increase our online presence through social media.
Being a hardcore rescuer and not well versed in all the ins and outs of Google applications and all that entails, the WA2S came to spend a full day and a half training myself and my social media consultant on how to boost awareness of our group's mission to End Feline Overpopulation in West Michigan through community education and empowerment.
With our mission specifically geared toward Trap-Neuter-Return and with education of the masses being of GREAT importance, the award given to us by WA2S is invaluable. They worked closely beside us and trained us on the next phase of our reaching out to the people who we need to make a difference I our communities. There is no way that we could have figured this out on our own.
Why is this so important to my organization? Because it's the FUTURE! And the insight provided by the WA2S and the insertion of this message into my brain is going to make it possible for my organization to get its message out as the ever-changing social media landscape changes. Executive Director and Founder, Carol Manos.
Here's a review from a marine focused non profit, "The World Animal Awareness Society is a fantastic organization. They joined with our non-profit in a time of need and volunteered help during one of our oil spill surveys and - at a very crucial time. The professional connections which they helped us foster were invaluable in helping us with almost instant credibility with the major media corporations and other production companies." Scott Porter, Ecorigs.org
While the Top-Rated Awards run through the end of October, the World Animal Awareness Society was part of the inaugural group to qualify for the 2013 calendar year.
“Savvy donors want to see the impact of their donations more than ever,” said Perla Ni, CEO of GreatNonprofits, “People with direct experience with the World Animal Awareness Society have voted that the organization is making a real difference."
Being on the Top-Rated list gives donors and volunteers more confidence that this is a credible organization. The reviews by volunteers, clients and other donors show the on-the-ground results of this nonprofit. This award is a form of recognition by the community.
About World Animal Awareness Society
The World Animal Awareness Society - WA2S.org, is a multi award-winning 501c3 media non profit framing and filming the human evolutionary arc throughout the world as we witness contemporary human - animal interactions.
Contemporary human - animal interactions are places, times and events in which animals and humans have conflicting or conjoined needs, where the bones of survival and our own human evolution are evident – if we look.
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Zak Designs Wild Flora 16 by 12-Inch Melamine Tray
Playful, unexpected and spirited, colorful, modern, crisp and clean – this is Zak! They offer a wide variety of dinnerware and travelware; they offer products at the forefront of tabletop trends for contemporary and on-the-go lifestyles. Zak! is highly sought after for a reason; items like the melamine Wild Flora 16 x 12" Tray are popular because they're durable and they have a unique and fresh look. Melamine has been popular for some time because of its durability and versatility; can be used indoors and outdoors, light weight, more resilient to drops and dings than porcelain and ceramic and it's dishwasher safe.
Zak! adds elegance to the list; this tray has all the great characteristics of melamine ware plus with its innovative and fresh design it makes melamine ware, elegant ware. Tray measures 16 x 12". It has a bright fun floral design that's perfect for serving summer meals. This attractive tray is great for picnics, barbeques, dinners and parties. It's durable, so it's perfect for everyday use. Tested BPA, PVC, phthalate, and lead safe.
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With Their New Book for Kids, A Couple Sows Seeds of Health, Gardening, and Poetry
With childhood obesity rates on the rise and consumers becoming more disconnected from where their food originates from, the outlook is bleak for a healthy and self-sustaining next generation. A ray of hope shines through with a charming new book teaching children that gardening, eating healthy, and spending quality time with family are not only good for you, but also enjoyable!
From the beginning of time, parents have passed down knowledge to children about how to prepare, plant, pick, preserve, and cook their own food. Healthy homegrown produce, outside activities, and knowledge about tending to plants are among the benefits of teaching kids to garden. Come Out to the Garden is an entertaining learning tool introducing children to the joys, rewards, and responsibilities of gardening and spending time with loved ones. Author Rick January created the story in a rhyme that playfully weaves the reader through the lessons of hard work and rewards of growing your own food, and Stella January brought the tale to life with cheerful illustrations. One reviewer called Come Out to the Garden “a treasure for anyone who would like to introduce the concept of gardening to his or her children.”
The Januarys make an ideal team for the book. Rick loves to write, and Stella loves drawing and arts and crafts. Together, they have a lifelong love of gardening, which nurtured their inspiration and collaboration for this book. They are currently traveling around the Atlanta area doing book signings at local garden centers, farmer’s markets, and bookstores. Stella creates quite the “spread” at their signing table by decorating it with real garden accessories including harvested veggies and dirt and worms made of oreo crumbs and gummy worms. Their next signing will be on July 7 at Books For Less in Alpharetta. The public is invited to come meet Rick and Stella from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at 995 North Point Drive, Alpharetta, GA. To secure Rick and Stella for a book reading or signing, email Julie@bqbpublishing.com.
Come Out to the Garden is available in both paperback and hardcover through BQB’s online store, Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and your favorite bookstore, and the ebook version can be purchased through Kobo and iTunes. http://www.shop.boutiqueofqualitybooks.com/Come-Out-to-th...
About Come out to the Garden
Granny and Mary Louise spend time together harvesting the vegetables they have planted and enjoy eating them together. Discover the reason why Granny and Mary are dozing in the sun and purring like the cat. Visit the book website here: http://www.comeouttothegardenbook.com/
About the Authors
Rick and Stella January have a home near Atlanta, Georgia, where family, pets, and gardening are a genuine and vital part of their lives. After more than forty years of marriage and raising two children, they have combined their talents in writing and art to create a story in rhyme inspired by their love of gardening.
About BQB Publishing
Founded in August of 2010, BQB was created to be “the writer’s publisher,” focusing on quality writing from new authors. An independent hybrid publisher, BQB combines the quality processes of traditional publishing with hands-on author involvement to bring today’s new writers and tomorrow’s best sellers into the hands of booksellers and the reading public. To learn more about BQB, visit http://www.bqbpublishing.com/.
Zak Designs Wild Flora 9-Inch Melamine Salad Plate
Playful, unexpected and spirited, colorful, modern, crisp and clean – this is Zak! They offer a wide variety of dinnerware and travelware; they offer products at the forefront of tabletop trends for contemporary and on-the-go lifestyles. Zak! is highly sought after for a reason; items like the melamine Wild Flora Salad Plate are popular because they're durable and they have a unique and fresh look. Melamine has been popular for some time because of its durability and versatility; can be used indoors and outdoors, light weight, more resilient to drops and dings than porcelain and ceramic and it’s dishwasher safe.
Zak! adds elegance to the list; this plate has all the great characteristics of melamine ware plus with its innovative and fresh design it makes melamine ware, elegant ware. Plate is 9" in diameter. It has a bright fun floral design that's perfect for summer meals. This attractive plate is great for picnics, barbeques, dinners and parties. It's durable, so it's perfect for everyday use. Tested BPA, PVC, phthalate, and lead safe.
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New Chef joins Unilever Food Solutions
Mike Carter is the latest addition to the Unilever Food Solutions, culinary services team, joining as a chef business development and bringing with them a wealth of experience the culinary and commercial to further improve its category and offers.
He joins a strong team of experts who are dedicated to the professional development of a number of components, including KNORR, FLORA and HELLMANN-which nutrition and help cooks create great tasting dishes that keep your guests and customers coming back.
Mike has found inspiration in the kitchen at the age of 11, helping his family restaurant and then went on to study at Guildford College and then trained with the Savoy group.
After working in France, Mike returned to Britain where he held a variety of operational roles with the chef to the catering Manager and spent the last 10 years working in product development for the Master recipe Foods, Nestle and compass.
Comments: "always held Unilever Food Solutions in terms of high and i look forward to working with a comprehensive range of components.
"I am particularly impressed with the new mashed herbs and spices-deliver real innovation and taste, the potential to change the way herbs and spices are currently being used in the kitchen."
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