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Art

Come Discover the Essence of a City, Through “MY CITY”, Presented by Sublime Galleria

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“My City” – Group art exhibition featuring 6 eminent artists, curated by noted curator – Mr. Giridhar Khasnis, to be held at Sublime Galleria, UB City on from the 13th April – 30th May 2012…

Bangalore, India, Saturday – April 14th, 2012 — Sublime Galleria, dedicated to promoting performing and fine arts, today unveiled another exciting collection, ‘My City’, showcasing paintings that illustrate the artists’ perceptions of the energy and essence of a city and their interpretation of urban life. This repertoire of art work, which has been tastefully curated by the noted and eminent Mr. Giridhar Khasnis, showcases the works of 6 reputed artists, namely B. Devaraj, Manjunath Hassan, Praveen Kumar, Shivanand Basavanthappa, Urmila V.G. and V.G. Venugopal. The works of these artists will be on display till the 30th of May 2012. Synonymous with introducing a mélange of established and upcoming artists to the city and showcasing artworks across a wide range of mediums, Sublime Galleria promises to present to the art lovers of the city another exciting opportunity to appreciate and satiate their appetite for exquisite creativity and meaningful art with ‘My City’.

Uzma Irfan – Founder of Sublime Galleria & Executive Director, Prestige Group said, “Since its inception, Sublime Galleria has attempted to showcase a wide range of artists and works of art across a gamut of mediums, both explored and unexplored. Through ‘My City’, we aim to present the interpretations of 6 noted artists about the pulse of a city and modern lifestyle. We hope that art lovers of Bangalore enjoy this exhibition.”

About ‘My City’ – The Show:
A city means different things to different people. Our perception of a city is not constant but ever changing. In this show, six artists interpret the concept of a city through different vantage points, and explore its colours and contours in unique ways. In their work, they offer fresh and diverse perspectives, subtly hinting at a city’s delights and mysteries; symbols and emblems; shades and nuances; burdens and trappings; relationships and contradictions.

The paintings in this exhibition are not just pretty pictures or empty slogans. They are little vignettes of and delicate commentaries on the perception of a city; each one presented with intimate feeling, contemplation and unpretentious understanding.

About Sublime Galleria:
The Sublime Galleria ( http://www.sublimegalleria.com ), India’s first Sky Gallery, founded by Ms. Uzma Irfan – Director, Corporate Communications, Prestige Group in 2009 is dedicated to the support and promotion of fine arts and performing arts. To this end it regularly organizes exclusive art pageants featuring the work of upcoming artists. These shows and exhibitions are well attended by art connoisseurs and buyers from across the globe and offer budding artists a much needed platform to showcase their talent.

Located in UB City, which is today the city’s hotspot for Fashion, Luxury and Fine Art, Sublime Galleria provides the perfect setting for the city’s art aficionados to indulge their passion.

Strongly believing in the need to support young and upcoming artists, Uzma Irfan founded Sublime Galleria to help provide a platform for them to exhibit their work. Uzma believes that fine art is an integral part of our rich culture and we should strive to keep these art forms vibrant and accessible to society.

Sublime Galleria ( http://www.sublimegalleria.com ) has promoted the works of several artists across categories. Some examples of the mélange of work exhibited at Sublime in the past include ‘Genesis’ by Simran KS Lamba – a unique presentation of mixed media artwork in coal tar, and more recently, ‘Crossroads’ – a unique celebration of Fine Art by four leading artists – G. Subramanian, Gurudas Shenoy, Jasu Rawal and Milind Nayak.

Sublime Galleria has earlier showcased the works of Aamina Shazi, Amit Sharma, Anoop H, Ashish Parma, C P B Prasad, Devanshi (Tina), Farah Ahmed, Kalabhakesari, Manoj Masand, Pallon Daruwala (Established artist), Pragya Jain, Priyanka Gupta Agarwal, Rupesh Patrick, Shukla Chowdhury, Simran KS Lamba, Soraya Taher Merchant, Srividya and Tala Afsin.

Visit http://www.sublimegalleria.com for more information on the Art Gallery!

About the Curator:
Giridhar Khasnis
Giridhar Khasnis is a freelance writer, columnist and independent curator. More than six hundred pieces of his writing on art, literature and world cinema have appeared in newspapers and magazines including Deccan Herald, The Hindu, The Week and Swagat. Among the art shows he has curated are Furniture on Canvas (2007); The Root of Everything (2009); Skin: a photo-art show (2009); Moment, intercepted (2009); The Open Cage: Homage to Francis Bacon (2009); and A Twist in the Tail (2011).

About the Artists:
B Devaraj
(b. 1966, Channenahalli, near Bangalore / BFA and MFA in Painting from CKP, Bangalore). Winner of National Award, Lalit Kala Academy, New Delhi; H K Kejriwal Young Artist Award; Senior Fellowship from HRD, Government of India.

Manjunath Hassan
(b.1980, Hassan / BFA in Painting from CAVA, Mysore; MVA from Bangalore University). Winner of Arnavaz-Vasudev Foundation Award; Robert Bosch Art Grant; Camlin Professional Award (with art tour of Europe).

Praveen Kumar
(b.1971, South Kanara / BFA in Painting from DMS Fine Arts College, Mysore). Winner of Karnataka Lalit Kala Academy award (Bangalore) and Lokamanya Tilak Art Foundation Award (Pune).

Shivanand Basavanthappa
(b. 1975, Sindhanoor / BFA from MMK College of Visual Art, Gulbarga; MFA from CKP, Bangalore). Winner of National Lalit Kala Academy award, H K Kejriwal Young Artist Award, and Camlin Professional Award (with art tour of Europe).

Urmila V G
(b.1978, Bangalore / BFA in Painting from CKP, Bangalore; MFA in Printmaking, Santiniketan). Participated in International Print Festivals in Japan, Spain, Germany and Turkey. Winner of National Lalit Kala Academy scholarship.

V G Venugopal
(b.1976, Kasargod / BFA in Painting (Gold Medal) from CAVA, Mysore; MFA in Printmaking from CKP, Bangalore). Winner of Camel Art Foundation Award; HK Kejriwal Young Artist Award, K K Hebbar Art Foundation Award.

Press & Media Contact:
Urmila Biswas / Lakshman Babu
Ogilvy Public Relations Worldwide
Bangalore, India
Ph: 9886099736 / 9845706155
urmila.biswas@ogilvy.com

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Business

Flying L Distributors hosting a Seminar on Overcoming Drought Landscape Damage

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Seminar available to help you maintain landscape during extreme conditions.

Georgetown, Texas, April 14, 2012 — Last summer’s drought conditions in the area were one of the most damaging to landscapes in recent history. According to Mark Countryman – a Georgetown horticulture expert “No plant will be totally resistant, but properly utilizing drip irrigation, ‘water-wise’ plants and mulch can give you an attractive, low-maintenance landscape even through extreme weather conditions”. The other factor we will be dealing with now and in the future is water rationing – according to Paul Lindholm “using the right soil conditioner is one way to help manage your valuable water resources”.

Flying L Distributors, a local Shaklee Independent Distributor, will be hosting a seminar on Wednesday April 18th at 2:00PM and again at 7:00PM on “Overcoming Drought Landscape Damage.” The location will be at Independent Bank in Georgetown, Texas 1503 Rivery Blvd. There is no cost for the event and it will last less than an hour but will be packed with information that you can put to use right away with your yard, garden or other spring landscape project. Mark Countryman will be presenting valuable information that will help you not only survive but thrive in all conditions. Mark has a Bachelor of Science degree from Texas A&M and a Masters degree from Texas Tech combined with over 30 years experience in the landscape industry – including projects in the Middle East where heat is abundant and water scarce.

Nature has put everything in your soil that is necessary to grow abundant healthy plants. The most economic way to manage your soil is to add an igniter to the soil and thus begin inner action never before possible. This is where Basic H, a Shaklee product, comes in. Basic H is not a plant food as such, but helps get action in the soil that builds soil health. Basic H can improve water infiltration, or penetration, up to 300%. Paul Lindholm, a local rancher and Independent Shaklee Distributor who uses Basic H on his ranch will also present how Basic H makes “water wetter than wet.” Holding water at the root level longer will help your plants in drought or extreme conditions.

Media Contact:
Mary & Paul Lindholm
Flying L Distributors
Independent Shaklee Distributor
512-355-3431
Lindholm@shaklee.com
http://lindholm.myshaklee.com

Business, Financial

DeYoe Wealth Management Advises Clients to Prepare Now for End of Bush Tax Cuts

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Berkeley-based Financial Advisor Offers Concrete Strategies To Minimize Negative Impact from Pending Loss of Tax Incentives.

BERKELEY, Calif – April 14, 2012 — Jonathan K. DeYoe of DeYoe Wealth Management cautions that planning ahead to address 2012 taxes is just as important as filing 2011 return by April 17. DeYoe is advising his firm’s clients to begin preparing immediately for the end of the Bush Tax Cuts.

Bush signed a number of tax cuts into law in 2001 & 2003 that were extended after a very contentious debate on the congressional floor in 2010. Once they complete their 2011 taxes, DeYoe recommends to his clients that they immediately begin their tax planning for 2012 and beyond, a time without the Bush-era tax incentives.

“Once someone receives a benefit, it is very hard to take it away,” said DeYoe. “Unfortunately, given the state of our federal budgets, I think it’s highly unlikely we’ll see a continuation of the Bush tax cuts after the end of this year. Spending must come down and tax rates must go up.”

DeYoe recommends that his clients discuss the following strategies with their financial advisor or accountant:

1. No one knows for sure where income tax rates are going, but unless Congress acts with new legislation, both income & investment taxes will increase in 2013. To ease into these tax increases, the first thing taxpayers can do is to accelerate income into 2012. For example, if they are expecting a year-end bonus from their employer, ask to be paid no later than December 31, 2012. If they are a small business owner, taking more income in 2012 and less in 2013. At the same time, defer as many deductions as possible into 2013. If a business can wait to purchase that new equipment or remodel an office until next year, it might be a good idea to do so.

2. To make sure taxpayers are not caught short of cash come tax time next year, review federal and state withholding exemptions now. Should tax rates spike, it will probably be a lot easier to pay a little bit of that tax every month this year rather than having to come up with a large lump sum at tax time in 2013.

3. Once the Bush tax cuts expire, taxpayers can expect that taxes will consume a larger share of all future investment returns. However, investors probably won’t see an even increase across the board. For example, taxes on capital gains could go from 15 percent to 20 percent (a 33 percent increase) while taxes on qualified dividends might go from 15 percent to 40 percent (a 164 percent increase). Since the tax changes will affect total return based on the type of assets held, this is definitely worth discussing with a financial planner or investment advisor. Everyone should review their asset allocation together and reduce the “expected” returns built into their financial plan.

4. If investors have large gains in their current portfolios or have company stock options they’ve been waiting to exercise, 2012 might be a better year to recognize those gains rather than giving up more of those gains to taxes in 2013.

5. Finally, the estate and gift tax exemption is slated to drop from $5 million to $1 million in 2013. This estate and gift tax exemption may be the single best tax management opportunity for large estates in the tax code today. Anyone with a large estate should talk to a CPA, attorney and financial advisor about taking advantage of the gifting portion of this benefit before it disappears.

“The clock is ticking,” said DeYoe. “Our recent history tells us that Congress, especially one as divided and contentious as this one, is unpredictable. We can wish that they come together, but a wish is not a plan. We must consider and act upon the reality of coming tax increases at all levels of income.”

About DeYoe Wealth Management
Based in Berkeley, California, DeYoe Wealth Management is passionate about helping clients pursue financial independence on their terms. The firm offers access to comprehensive financial services, including customized asset management, holistic financial planning, and insurance solutions tailed to meet the needs of our clients and their families. Our objective is to help our clients maximize their Happiness Dividend, working towards financial independence while realizing their dreams. DeYoe Wealth Management uses a six-step process to make sure our clients’ investment strategies keep pace with their changing lifestyle, planning for current needs and future goals. For more information, visit http://www.deyoewealthmanagement.com.

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Jonathan K. DeYoe is not a CPA. The opinions voiced in this material are for general information only and are not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations to any individual.

Jonathan K. DeYoe, AIF® & CPWA® is a registered principal with and securities and advisory services offered through LPL Financial, a Registered Investment Advisor – Member FINRA/SIPC.

Contact:
Nancy Wright Cooper
DeYoe Wealth Management
(510) 848-0012, ext. 103
ncooper@deyoewealthmanagement.com

Tom Woolf
Woolf Media & Marketing
(415) 259-5638
tomw@woolfmedia.com

Business

Brazil is Attracting Alternative Investors, says AAA

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Brazil is attracting a huge amount of investment attention at the moment, claims AAA, who urges investors to consider the Latin American country as a place to make some cash.

Boston, MA, USA, April 14, 2012 — Brazil is attracting a huge amount of investment attention at the moment, claims Alternative Asset Analysis (AAA), who urges investors to consider the Latin American country as a place to make some cash.

A large number of people who had never before considered alternative investments are now taking a closer look at some possibilities in emerging economies, such as Brazil, China and India. “It’s not as easy as it once was to invest in stocks and shares and make your fortune in the US,” claims AAA’s analysis partner, Anthony Johnson.

“Instead, many of us are looking to alternative asset classes, such as real estate, forestry and impact investing in countries that are experiencing rapid economic growth.”

Brazil is set to host the Olympics in 2016 and the FIFA World Cup in 2014. Both of these events have ensured that the local steel industry is booming. AAA said that this has meant growth for the demand for sustainably produced charcoal.

Mr Johnson explained: “Measures have been taken to discourage the steel industry from using unsustainable timber in their charcoal. As a result, plantations, such as the one managed by Greenwood Management, are likely to see huge demand for their ethical products.”

Plantations, such as the ones managed by Greenwood, usually focus on fast-growing, hardy species that can be used in charcoal manufacture, furniture making and construction. AAA said that the demand for timber from sustainable sources is likely to increase further in the coming years as China and India continue to seek out raw materials.

Anyone interested in investing in Brazilian timber plantations can do so from as little as around $15,000. “AAA advocates ethical forestry investment as a way to make a difference while making money.

“Ensuring timber is grown using sustainable forestry management methods helps locals to safeguard the future of the industry for the next generation,” added Johnson.

About Alternative Asset Analysis:
The remit of Alternative Asset Analysis is to analyse and provide news on the global performance of a wide range of alternative asset classes including, but not restricted to, commodities, real estate, forestry, foreign exchange, hedge funds, private equity and venture capital.

Media Contact:
Anthony Johnson
Alternative Asset Analysis
71 Commercial St
Boston, MA 02109-1320
617-939-9596
info@alternativeassetanalysis.com
http://www.alternativeassetanalysis.com

Software, Technology

TravelTools Launches Revolutionary Map Cloning Software Capacity for Destination Marketing Organizations

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Cartonova recently announced a version upgrade to its TravelTools software. This upgrade gives destination marketers the capacity to build an endless number of interactive Google maps in minutes without additional investments in time, programming, or licensing fees.

Wenonah, NJ, USA – April 14, 2012 — Cartonova recently launched a new version upgrade of TravelTools-a one-of-a-kind software application that handles DMO website tools such as maps, events, and itinerary-builders. The recent upgrade brings unlimited map-building power to destination marketers and event planners.

Company President Mark Mattson explains, “TravelTools has always made great interactive maps. It’s what we’re good at. Like other developers, we made maps one at a time and our clients had to pay for each new map. All that is a thing of the past with Version 2.0. Now, our users can make their own maps in minutes without cost. Each map can have its own geographic focus and zoom level. It can have its own categorization scheme and points of interest. We even added a page template selector so the maps can be fed into specific web pages or mobile apps. Each map is outputted as an embeddable URL or short code.”

Mattson emphasizes the wide-ranging potential of his new product. “Organizations don’t need just one good interactive map. They need hundreds. Using our new version, an organization can launch a new map for every convention or trade show. It can even launch a sophisticated map for events as small as block parties or concerts at the park. This type of custom mapping not only helps people, it empowers local businesses and dues-paying members by giving them a chance to be seen at the very times and places where people congregate. Because these maps cost nothing to make, a destination marketer can run a sophisticated $3,000 map for an afternoon event of 500 people and then trash it the very next day. Maps take minutes to make and cost absolutely nothing.”

Mattson also talks about what this means to the overall value propositions of local destination marketers. “These good folks are being asked to do more with less in hard economic times. Dues-paying members increasingly grumble about what organizations have done for them lately. Revenue streams are dwindling. Organizations are looking for ways to fill funding gaps by cutting costs and/or monetizing their assets. Since this new system is highly interactive at any geographic scale or location, destination marketers can use it for general promotions of dues-paying members and/or fee-for-marketing services. Imagine how valuable a system is if you can connect local businesses with attendees at targeted venues and events using advanced technology that is cost free and instantly deployed.”

Moreover, Mattson sees his new product as expanding the tool market horizontally by representing economies that can be passed along to even small organizations that have been traditionally disenfranchised by over-priced technology solutions.

Media Contact:
Mark Mattson
Cartonova
307 N Jefferson Ave
Wenonah, NJ 08090
856-889-0102
mark@cartonova.com
http://www.cartonova.com

Home & Garden

Shelfgenie Receives Prestigious National Award

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National Organization of Professional Organizers Names ShelfGenie Corporate Associate Member Of The Year.

Marietta, GA (USA), Saturday – April 14th, 2012 — ShelfGenie®, a franchised company that designs, builds and installs customized Glide-Out® shelving systems for existing cabinets, is the 2012 recipient of the National Association of Professional Organizers (NAPO) Corporate Associate Member of the Year Award. The award is presented each year to a corporate associate member who has made a significant contribution to NAPO and the profession of organizing. ShelfGenie ( http://www.shelfgenie.com ) is proud to join past winners OfficeMax®, The Container Store, Lillian Vernon, and other top names in the organizing industry as the latest winner of this prestigious award.

NAPO, a group of about 4,200 professional organizers dedicated to helping individuals and businesses bring order and efficiency to their lives, is known as the leading organizing authority, and offers programs, information and guidance to professional organizers and consumers. Each year in February, the Corporate Associate Member Committee Chair recommends the recipient of the award to an executive committee, which nominates and approves the selected winner.

NAPO Board President, Angela Wallace, presented the award to Allan Young, CEO and Co-Founder of ShelfGenie, during the 24th Annual NAPO Annual Conference and Organizing Exposition that was held March 21-24 in Baltimore, Md.

“The entire ShelfGenie system is extremely proud and honored to be named the winner of this coveted award,” Young said. “As the only franchised provider of custom-built shelving solutions in the U.S., we look forward to continuing our mission and following our passion of helping people stay organized with our customized Glide-Out shelving systems.”

About Shelfgenie Franchise Systems:
Marietta, Ga.-based ShelfGenie is a franchise concept that designs, builds and installs Glide-OutTM shelving systems that are custom-built to fit into existing cabinets throughout the home, resulting in durable, affordable and customized shelves that glide in and out with the touch of a finger. ShelfGenie is the nation’s only franchised provider of custom-built shelving solutions and is well positioned for growth and to become the predominant brand in its industry, which is highly fragmented and comprised of many “mom and pop” competitors and online retailers. The company has over 140 locations and expects to grow to 175 to 190 locations by the end of 2012 by targeting major markets throughout the Northeast, Florida, Washington and California. For more information, visit http://www.shelfgenie.com.

SHELFGENIE FRANCHISE SYSTEMS
1642 Powers Ferry Road, Suite 200
Marietta, GA 30067
Contact: Allan Young
Phone: 877-434-3643
Web site: http://www.shelfgenie.com

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Press & Media Contact:
Nicole Benzer
Sanderson & Associates, Ltd
1642 Powers Ferry Road, Suite 200
Marietta, GA 30067 – USA
312-829-4350
nicole@sandersonpr.com
http://www.shelfgenie.com

Business

MFG.com Facilitating Indian Manufacturers to Connect with Customers in the West Through its Supplier Discovery Tour in India

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* To connect Global Quality Manufacturing business with their Indian counterparts to facilitate sourcing from India. * To be conducted at 4 centers across India namely Delhi, Mumbai, Ahmedabad & Chennai.

Mumbai, India, Saturday – April 14th, 2012 — MFG.com ( http://www.MFG.com ), the largest global sourcing marketplace for the manufacturing industry, is conducting its supplier discovery tour in India this week. Not only the RFQ (Request for Quote) values exceeding US $80 million are open to India suppliers who are capable to take new orders, but also buyers flying all over from USA to India are meeting India OEM manufacturers face to face in New Delhi, Mumbai, Ahmedabad and Chennai during the month of April 2012.

“We need suppliers willing to make parts according to CAD files for buyers from North America and Europe.” said James Jin, President of MFG.com Asia Pacific. “As buyers in the west keep telling us that they want greater access to suppliers in India. MFG.com is excited to build a bridge between them.” The supplier discovery tour is a great step for buyers in the west and suppliers from India to meet face to face. Also, it is a great opportunity for them to learn firsthand about the trends of global trade, understanding cultural differences.

MFG.com has been consistently ranked as one of the top technology growth companies in the United States. Buyers all over the world are using MFG.com to managing their sourcing projects, especially customized manufacturing parts. MFG.com covers over 300 manufacturing process and helps with matching suppliers’ expertise with ideal buying opportunities.

James Jin, President of MFG.com ( http://www.MFG.com ) Asia Pacific revealed his plan to develop a partner in India to speed up the supplier discovery for worldwide buyers. “Manufacturers here are amazing. We have the largest sourcing professional community in the world and welcome helps to deep into India manufacturing market quickly.”

MFG.com ( http://www.MFG.com ) is a good platform showcasing India manufacturers to the world. Founded in 2000, MFG.com consolidated the once-fragmented world of manufacturing into an efficient marketplace, enabling products to be sourced and built more easily, quickly, inexpensively and at higher quality lever.

About MFG.com :
MFG.com is the largest global sourcing marketplace for the manufacturing industry. MFG.com’s platform enables companies to intelligently connect, source, collaborate and perform due diligence with transparency and intellectual property protection. MFG.com has the largest vetted supplier database comprising machine shops, fabricators, injection molders and contract manufacturers around the globe. MFG.com supports virtually all manufacturing processes required to go from drawings to parts including Machining, Injection Molding, Fabrication, Stamping, Casting, Assembly, Molding and Industrial Components.MFG.com facilitates the sourcing of billions of dollars’ worth of manufacturing each month between members in 50 countries. MFG.com is based in Atlanta and has regional headquarters in Shanghai and Paris. For additional information contact: Rachel Shen on MFGapac@mfg.com. From: Mitesh M Kapadia +91 98205 03876 Sentinel Public Relations Pvt Ltd / Sentinel Advertising Services Tel: (91 22) 28625131/32. Fax: (91 22) 28625133 Email: mitesh@publicrelationindia.com URL: http://www.publicrelationindia.com.

Press & Media Contact:
Mitesh M Kapadia
Sentinel Public Relations Pvt Ltd / Sentinel Advertising Services
B-603, Samajdeep,
Near Bhanu Park/Seasons Restaurant, Adukia Road, Off S V Road
Kandivli (W), Mumbai 400 067. INDIA
Cell: +91 98205 03876
Tel: (91 22) 28625131/32
Fax: (91 22) 28625133
mitesh@publicrelationindia.com
http://www.publicrelationindia.com
http://www.MFG.com

Entertainment

Golden Spoon Unveils New Website to Revitalize Brand

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Golden Spoon unveiled their hip new website highlighting the chain’s Southern California roots, it’s famous creamy taste, and even the frozen yogurt’s health benefits.

Rancho Santa Margarita, CA (USA), Saturday – April 14, 2012 — Golden Spoon, the popular Southern California frozen yogurt company, unveiled their hip new website highlighting the chain’s Southern California roots, it’s famous creamy taste, and even the frozen yogurt’s health benefits. “We’ve only just begun to renew our brand and bring it back to life; the website is a reflection of what is to come,” said Golden Spoon’s CEO Roger Clawson.

Golden Spoon is Southern California’s original frozen yogurt. The look of the new website is simple and fresh, just like their ingredients, with classic Southern California beach images highlighting Golden Spoon’s heritage. It started in 1981 as a remodel of a health food store in Tustin, California, and has grown into a worldwide brand with an extremely loyal following. You can read all about the journey in the “About Us” ( http://www.goldenspoon.com/about-golden-spoon/our-story ) section on the site.

The website spotlights the healthy attributes of Golden Spoon’s product made with real fruit and real milk, including full nutritional information for both low-fat and non-fat flavors ( http://www.goldenspoon.com/golden-spoon-health/nutritional-facts ). Another handy feature allows you to compare the nutritional value ( http://www.goldenspoon.com/golden-spoon-health/health-benefits ) of Golden Spoon frozen yogurt to other foods such as ice cream, granola bars and smoothies.

The website is also a great place to find out about new flavors ( http://www.goldenspoon.com/golden-spoon-menu/flavors ) and new additions, like the new eco-friendly yogurt cups ( http://www.goldenspoon.com/about-golden-spoon/giving-back ), which biodegrade in only 21 days. Along with the new design and eco-friendly cups, Golden Spoon is also introducing a revolutionary new pricing method, one without scales. Most competing frozen yogurt stores provide one over-sized cup for customers to fill with yogurt and toppings, and the cup is priced based on the total weight. You never know what your dessert will cost you until it is too late, and it’s very easy to go over-budget.

Golden Spoon is changing all that with an innovative, industry-first pricing structure they have trademarked as “Weightless Pricing.” ( http://www.goldenspoon.com/about-golden-spoon/service-model-pricing ) Customers pay a single, fixed price for one of three cup sizes, then fill it with as much yogurt and as many toppings as they wish. Three stores, including Irvine, La Costa and Carlsbad, will launch the new store concept on May 12, 2012 with free yogurt all day.

And, if all the flavors and toppings are not enough variety, customers can also choose their service level. Tell a Golden Spoon “concierge” employee what you have in mind, and then relax as they swirl your yogurt and bring it to your table. Or, you can opt for a “hands-on” experience and create your own masterpiece.

“My father, Jeff Barnes, is the founder of Golden Spoon. Since I can remember, the stores have always looked the same,” said Reed Barnes, Golden Spoon’s Director of Training. “As an owner of two stores, including the original Golden Spoon location in Lake Forest, I love the new direction, the new look and the new store concept. It couldn’t be a better time to be a part of Golden Spoon Franchising.”

About Golden Spoon Franchising:
Golden Spoon, the popular Rancho Santa Margarita, California based frozen yogurt chain, is the premier retailer and producer of frozen yogurt in the industry. Founded in 1983, Golden Spoon has spent years earning its reputation as a premium non-fat, low-calorie frozen treat that tastes like ice cream and promotes a healthy lifestyle. As a result, it is the leading brand of soft-serve frozen yogurt in Southern California, Arizona, Nevada, Utah, Colorado, the Philippines, Japan, and now in Qatar. Some of the 80 proprietary recipes include Old-Fashioned Vanilla, Just Chocolate, Iced Café de Leche and Simply Tart. Golden Spoon’s frozen yogurts bridge the gap between indulgent treats and healthful snacking. For more information, please visit http://www.goldenspoon.com.

Press & Media Contact:
Karen Lake
Golden Spoon Franchising
30212 Tomas, Suite 365
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688 – USA
949-709-2750
karen@goldenspoon.com
http://www.goldenspoon.com

Entertainment

R&B Legend Bunny Sigler Releases From Bunny with Love

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Featuring The New Single, “Nobody Else For Me” Due Out April 17, 2012

Los Angeles, CA, April 14, 2012 – The legendary, the soulful, the masterful, Mr. Emotion, Walter “Bunny” Sigler releases his latest R&B album From Bunny With Love, featuring the single “Nobody Else For Me” and is available on CD Baby, iTunes and on Bunny’s website on April 17 (http://www.bunnysigler.net/home.cfm).

Walter “Bunny” Sigler learned the power of music and the emotional quality of funk as a child, in the Emmanuel Baptist church in Philadelphia, PA. While still in his adolescence, Bunny, his brother and two other young men made up The Opals, his first vocal and musical group. Since then Sigler is a four-time Grammy award winner and nominee who has been a writer, producer or recording artist on thousands of recorded CDs. He is known internationally as a great performer and orignator of the Philly Sound for Gamble & Huff, and for his portrayal of the title role in Verdi’s Othello, at the Biennale Festival in Venice, Italy.

His work with Leon Huff and Kenny Gamble was instrumental in the development of The Philadelphia Sound and the distinction genre known as “Philly Soul”, as well as the climb to R&B legacy that Philadelphia International Records experienced since the 1960s. He has over four decades of multi-gold and platinum recordings both as a writer and producer for artists like The O’Jays, Jackie Moore, Harold Melvin & the Blue Notes, Barbara Mason, Billy Paul, Lou Rawls, Patti LaBelle and Stephanie Mills.

More recently, The Roots, Outkast, and Mary J. Blige are among a few arists who have all used Bunny Sigler’s music. Nelly’s 2002 smash hit, “Dilemma” was co-written by Bunny and for ten weeks it replaced Nelly’s previous #1 from that year, “Hot In Herre” on charts throughout the world. He also co-wrote “The Ruler’s Back”, the opening song on the widely respected and critically acclaimed album The Blueprint by Jay-Z.

The twelve original tracks on this newest album, From Bunny With Love are evidence that Bunny remains a musical and creative powerhouse. From the melodious and heartfelt “My Sweet Lorraine” to the furtive “Unspoken Words,” which expresses the widely familliar pains of a growing, father-child relationship. The captivating single, “Nobody Else for Me” speaks of finding that right someone and holding on to her through all of life’s detours. Hear Bunny’s sweet emotion with the lyrics of “I Wish”: a universal prayer for peace and better times in the world. To close out the album Bunny bestows his infinitismal funk and groove upon his listeners with “Face The Music,” to leave them with a reminder that as long as we have music to be sung or beats to be heard the heart of Philly will play out forever.

So sit back, relax and feel the love, funk, and soul as only Bunny Sigler can perform with his gift to you “From Bunny With Love.”

Official website: http://www.bunnysigler.net

For more information on Bunny Sigler please contact Chip Schutzman at Miles High Productions: chip@mileshighproductions.com (323) 806-0400

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Kaziranga wildlife tour packages renowned among national parks in India

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India is a home to various flora and faunas. Many of India 443 wild life reserves are unnoticed and visited by the tourists rarely. Some of the national parks are very much rich in natural beauty and have various kinds of animals also. Here a large number of rush of travelers regularly so that the economy of this national parks are always high and the national parks are also developed by the authority.

India has various national parks are present in its different states. A large number of national parks are established to preserve the rich variety of flora and fauna. These national parks are owned by government of India and protected by the human development. The Indian national parks are located at various geographical locations in very different climatic conditions. Some of the national parks are located in the hilly areas or in the desert areas and some of the few destinations are situated in the plain lands or mangrove regions. The natural flora and wildlife variety of the national parks also changes.

The national parks in India have also taken tremendous efforts to preserve the rare, seriously endangered wildlife species. The Indian national parks provide habitat to several species like Langur, Monkeys, Asiatic Lion, Asian Elephants, Tiger, One-Horned Rhinoceroses, Wild Buffalo, etc.There are very much national parks are present in India apart from this Ranthambore national park , Jim Corbett, Sariska bird century , Kaziranga Wild life etc are very much famous.

Kaziranga wildlife tour packages: This is one of the famous national parks which is located at the state of Assam which is very much in worldwide due to its tea plantation. This national park is also recognized as a world’s heritage site that has been attracting various tourists throughout the year. The hilly grassland and cool and pleasant ambiance of this national park are the major attraction of this wild life and located at the tropical region and also on the bank of the river Brahmaputra.

Kaziranga wildlife tour package will give you a chance to visit the forest area in the help of jeep safaris and by sitting on the back of elephant will give you an experience that will be magnificent.

Browse on http://www.india-wildlifetours.com/ for more details.

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