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5th Annual “Figurative” Online Art Competition Announced by Art Gallery

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Light Space & Time Online Art Gallery announces its 5th Annual “Figurative” online juried art competition for the month of June 2015.

Jupiter, FL, USA (May 25, 2015) — Light Space & Time Online Art Gallery announces its 5th Annual “Figurative” online juried art competition for the month of June 2015. The gallery urges all 2D and 3D artists (Including Photography) to submit their best figurative art for possible inclusion into the gallery’s July 2015 online group exhibition.

Light Space & Time Online Art Gallery encourages entries from artists regardless of where they reside and regardless of their experience or education in the art field to send the gallery their best interpretation of the theme “Figurative”. Figurative subjects will be the human form and human features. “Figurative” is considered to be figures, forms and faces for this art competition.

A group exhibition of the top ten finalists will be held online at the Light Space & Time Online Art Gallery during the month of July 2015. In addition, Special Merit and Special Recognition categories as well. The submission process and the deadline will end on June 26, 2015.

Mary Kee is the gallery’s guest judge this month. Mary is a Principal and the Creative Director of TheArtGuide.com. Art Guide is the country’s most referenced resource for art events locally, nationally and internationally. The site combines art organizations, museums, galleries and artists into one comprehensive internet location. It offers up-to-date listings of exhibitions, events and calls for entry. Members can post a variety of art activities and increase their internet ranking with onsite advertising, feature listings and through our social media. For more information visit: http://www.theartguide.com.

Winners of the “Figurative” Art Exhibition will receive extensive worldwide publicity in the form of email marketing, 70+ press release announcements, 75+ event announcement posts, extensive social media marketing and distribution, in order to make the art world aware of the art exhibition and in particular, the artist’s accomplishments. In addition, artists shall also receive a digital Award Certificate, Event Postcard, Event Catalogue, Press Releases and “Leveraging Your Success” marketing materials if they place in this exhibition.

Interested artists should provide to us with your best Figurative art now or before the deadline of June 26, 2015. Interested artists may apply online here: http://www.lightspacetime.com.

About Light Space & Time Online Art Gallery
Light Space & Time Online Art Gallery conducts monthly art competitions and monthly art exhibitions for new and emerging artists. It is Light Space & Time’s intention to showcase this incredible talent in a series of monthly themed art competitions and art exhibitions by marketing and displaying the exceptional abilities of these worldwide artists. The art gallery website can be viewed here: http://www.lightspacetime.com.

Media Contact:
John R. Math
Light Space & Time Online Gallery
118 Poinciana Drive
Jupiter, FL 33458
888-490-3530
info@lightspacetime.com
http://www.lightspacetime.com

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Edgar Perez, Author of Knightmare on Wall Street, to Lead The Speed Traders Workshop 2015 Kuala Lumpur

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Edgar Perez, former McKinsey and IBM consultant, is a global expert, author of The Speed Traders, Knightmare on Wall Street, and the course director of The Speed Traders Workshop 2015 Kuala Lumpur, “How Banks, Hedge and Mutual Funds and Brokers Battle Markets ‘RIGGED’ by Wall Street’s ‘Flash Boys’, High-frequency Trading, Exchanges and Dark Pools”.

New York City, NY, USA (May 24, 2015) — The Speed Traders Workshop 2015 Kuala Lumpur, “How Banks, Hedge and Mutual Funds and Brokers Battle Markets ‘RIGGED’ by Wall Street’s ‘Flash Boys’, High-frequency Trading, Exchanges and Dark Pools” (http://www.thespeedtradersworkshop.com), is the first and most comprehensive initiation to the world of high-frequency trading with Edgar Perez, author of Knightmare on Wall Street (http://www.knightmareonwallstreet.com), and will open the door to the secretive world of computerized low-latency trading, the most controversial form of investing today; in the name of protecting the algorithms they have spent so much time perfecting, speed traders almost never talk to the press and try to disclose as little as possible about how they operate.

The Speed Traders Workshop 2015 Kuala Lumpur covers the latest research currently available and reveals how high-frequency trading players are operating in global markets and driving the development of electronic trading at breakneck speeds from the U.S. and Europe to Japan, India, and Brazil. The “flash crash”, the suspended BATS IPO, the botched Facebook IPO, Knight Capital’s trading malfunction and NASDAQ’s Flash Freeze are just a few of the milestones in the history of high-frequency trading that will be dissected with participants.

ABOUT EDGAR PEREZ
Mr. Perez is the author of Knightmare on Wall Street, The Rise and Fall of Knight Capital and the Biggest Risk for Financial Markets (2013), and The Speed Traders, An Insider’s Look at the New High-Frequency Trading Phenomenon That is Transforming the Investing World, published in English by McGraw-Hill Inc. (2011), Published in Mandarin by China Financial Publishing House (2012), and Investasi Super Kilat, published in Bahasa Indonesia by Kompas Gramedia (2012).

Mr. Perez has been interviewed on CNN’s Quest Means Business, CNBC’s Squawk on the Street, Worldwide Exchange, Cash Flow and Squawk Box, FOX BUSINESS’s Countdown to the Closing Bell and After the Bell, Bloomberg TV’s Market Makers, CNN en Español’s Dinero, Sina Finance, BNN’s Business Day, CCTV China, Bankier.pl, TheStreet.com, Leaderonomics, GPW Media, Channel NewsAsia’s Business Tonight and Cents & Sensibilities. In addition, Mr. Perez has been featured on Sohu, News.Sina.com, Yicai, eastmoney, Caijing, ETF88.com, 360doc, AH Radio, CNFOL.com, CITICS Futures, Tongxin Securities, ZhiCheng.com, CBNweek.com, Caixin, Futures Daily, Xinhua, CBN Newswire, Chinese Financial News, ifeng.com, International Finance News, hexun.com, Finance.QQ.com, Finance.Sina.com, The Korea Times, The Korea Herald, The Star, The Malaysian Insider, BMF 89.9, iMoney Hong Kong, CNBC, Bloomberg Hedge Fund Brief, The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, Dallas Morning News, Valor Econômico, FIXGlobal Trading, TODAY Online, Oriental Daily News and Business Times.

Mr. Perez has been engaged to present to the Council on Foreign Relations, Vadym Hetman Kyiv National Economic University (Kiev), Quant Investment & HFT Summit APAC 2012 (Shanghai), U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (Washington DC), CFA Singapore, Hong Kong Securities Institute, Courant Institute of Mathematical Sciences at New York University, University of International Business and Economics (Beijing), Hult International Business School (Shanghai) and Pace University (New York), among other public and private institutions. In addition, Mr. Perez has spoken at a number of global conferences, including Cyber Security World Conference 2014 (New York), Inside Market Data 2013 (Chicago), Emerging Markets Investments Summit 2013 (Warsaw), CME Group’s Global Financial Leadership Conference 2012 (Naples Beach, FL), Harvard Business School’s Venture Capital & Private Equity Conference (Boston), High-Frequency Trading Leaders Forum (New York, Chicago), MIT Sloan Investment Management Conference (Cambridge), Institutional Investor’s Global Growth Markets Forum (London), Technical Analysis Society (Singapore), TradeTech Asia (Singapore), FIXGlobal Face2Face (Seoul) and Private Equity Convention Russia, CIS & Eurasia (London).

Mr. Perez was a vice president at Citigroup, a senior consultant at IBM, and a strategy consultant at McKinsey & Co. in New York City. Previously, he managed Operations and Technology for Peruval Finance. Mr. Perez has an undergraduate degree in Systems Engineering from Universidad Nacional de Ingeniería, Lima, Peru (1994), a Master of Administration from Universidad ESAN, Lima, Peru (1997) and a Master of Business Administration from Columbia Business School, New York, with a dual major in Finance and Management (2002). He belongs to the Beta Gamma Sigma honor society. Mr. Perez resides in the New York City area with his wife Olga, son Edgar Felipe and daughter Svetlana Sofia.

Media Contact:
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Philly’s “The Cake Lady” Releases Irresistibly Yummy Family-Friendly Cookbook

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Lynn April is the woman behind the popular blog FreshAprilFlours.com and is the former owner of Lucky Duck Cakes, where she become known as “The Cake Lady” in her hometown of West Chester, PA.

Philadelphia, PA (USA), May 23rd, 2015 — Lynn April is the woman behind the popular blog FreshAprilFlours.com and is the former owner of Lucky Duck Cakes, where she become known as “The Cake Lady” in her hometown of West Chester, PA. It would be cliché to say Lynn had “always been in the kitchen” or “grew up baking with her grandmother.” Neither is true. Lynn considers herself a “self-taught” baker. However, on a whim, she did decide to take up a Wilton Cake decorating class at her local craft store and fell in love with it.

“I never had an interest in baking until I forced myself to find a hobby,” says Lynn, “and I never had an interest to be in the kitchen when I was younger. It wasn’t until my 20’s when I decided to put on my baker’s hat and learn to bake from scratch. I found the experience therapeutic, stimulating, and science-y.”

In her recently released cookbook “The Chow Down” (published by Halo Publishing International), Lynn shares some irresistible cereal snack mix recipes the whole family will enjoy. Each recipe is kid-friendly and simple to follow.

“I wanted a cookbook the whole family can do together. I didn’t want a cookbook that makes baking unenjoyable or complicated. I’m all about families gathering in the kitchen and making memories there,” says Lynn.

In “The Chow Down” Lynn shares some of her favorite puppy chow recipes she loves to make at home and bring with her to parties and gatherings. Lynn’s favorite puppy chow flavor, Piña Colada, is on page 25.

“Lynn April’s cookbook is a great way to get families involved in making fun treats together for entertaining, gifting or simply enjoying as a weekday night treat,” says Halo Publisher Lisa M. Umina.

You can purchase “The Chow Down” cookbook through Halo Publishing’s website ( http://halopublishing.com ), Amazon, and Lynn April’s blog FreshAprilFlours.com. If you purchase your cookbook from FreshAprilFlours.com, Lynn will personally autograph it, making it a great gift for the baker or chef in the family.

Biography:
Lynn April lives outside of Philadelphia with her husband, Matt. Lynn’s full-time job is at a lab bench in an immunology lab, but she practices a different kind of science in her home kitchen in the evenings and on weekends. Lynn loves creating new recipes, putting them to life, and sharing them with friends and loved ones. If you can’t find her in the kitchen or behind her camera lens, there’s a good chance she’s at the gym with her husband or sipping a cup of coffee in her sweatpants.

The Chow Down by Lynn April, publisher Halo Publishing, Int., ISBN: 9781612443638; Price: $16.95

Press & Media Contact:
Lisa M. Umina, Publisher
Halo Publishing International
1100 NW Loop 410, Suite 700-176
San Antonio, TX 78213 – USA
+1 877-705-9647
contact@halopublishing.com

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Delightful Children’s Picture about a Tiny Tree Frog Wins Multiple Book Awards

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Children’s book author Anita Turnage understands the importance of sharing nature with children. Animals and nature are the perfect medium through which to gently teach important lessons and about the world we live in.

Houston, TX (USA), May 23rd, 2015 — Children’s book author Anita Turnage understands the importance of sharing nature with children. Animals and nature are the perfect medium through which to gently teach important lessons and about the world we live in. In this endearing tale filled with vivid and colorful illustrations by Kim Sponaugle, a little boy named Haden, who loves to catch bugs, shares exciting adventures with Nana T in her garden. One day, while on hands and knees, they come face to face with a tiny little tree frog. Hops begins to visit daily and Haden’s fascination grows as he learns about frogs, what they eat and where they live in the winter time.

“Hops” is based on the escapades of a very real tree frog in author Anita Turnage’s backyard. “I’m an avid gardener and I fell head over heels in love with this little tree frog,” said Turnage. “After several weeks of him following me around the yard and house, and my grandson becoming really excited about our little visitor, I decided to write down the different adventures my grandson and I were having together with our tree frog friend.”

Recently “Hops” won the Conversations Award for the Best Regional Book of the Year (2015), the Loewenherz-Creative Award for Best Children’s Picture Book and the Reader Views Kids Award for Best Children’s Picture Book of the Year (2015).

“I’m very excited and still in shock Hops won so many awards,” said Turnage. “My head has been spinning since receiving the news.”

The criteria for each award is chosen from the first place winners in both fiction and nonfiction, and “Hops” placed first in each award category, honoring the this cute children’s picture book with many gold seals.

“I’m really humbled that so many readers found value in my story,” said Turnage. “However, I really feel I need to share these awards with all those who helped make this book possible, those who supported me through this process, and of course, with my fans as it was a team effort.”

Author Anita Turnage feels writing and reading is something that brings everyone together. She loves sharing ideas and the different events she experiences with her grandchildren while out in nature. She does give a lot of credit to her grandson who was such an enjoyable creative mind to work with as she penned the different events with their little tree frog, Hops.

Halo International Publisher, Lisa Umina said, “Anita is an amazing author and her stories are always full of fun and adventure. Hops is a delightful story that inspires children to explore their natural world, something many caregivers feel is important as children are easily drawn indoors by technology. Hops helps get children and adults alike sharing adventures with Nana T and Haden in their garden during reading time.”

Readers can find “Hops” in the Halo Publishing bookstore ( http://www.halopublishing.com ) or at any online bookstore such as Amazon and B&N. Available both in Hardback and eBook.

Biography:
Anita Turnage, “Nana T,” lives in the Carolinas with her husband, Ralph, “Pop”, and English Setter, Izzie. She retired from corporate life after 27 years and is now a full time wife, mother, grandmother and gardener. The days she savors the most are those spent with her grandchildren. As a gift to her grandchildren, “Nana T” takes pen in hand to recount delightful adventures she shared with them.

To learn more about “Nana T’s” stories of adventure, visit http://www.nanaTtales.com

Hops by Anita Turnage, illustrations by Kim Sponaugle, publisher Halo Publishing, Int., ISBN: 978-1612442266, Price: $16.95

Press & Media Contact:
Lisa M. Umina, Publisher
Halo Publishing International
1100 NW Loop 410, Suite 700-176
San Antonio, TX 78213 – USA
+1 877-705-9647
contact@halopublishing.com

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Vendange Carmel Inn & Suites partner with Monterey County wineries to offer unique wine-themed experience in the heart of Carmel

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Hotel Announces New Package The Charms and Delights of Carmel-by-the-Sea.

Carmel, CA, May 21, 2015 – Vendange Carmel Inn & Suites announced its new Charms and Delights of Carmel-by-the-Sea package. The charms and delights of Camel are not easily experienced in a single day. So why not take advantage of a special offer of two nights in the luxurious surroundings of Vendange Carmel Inn & Suites, Carmel’s only wine-themed hotel. Book two nights, Monday through Thursday, for only $20 more, and get a $50 gift certificate to Carmel’s popular seafood restaurant Flaherty’s Seafood Grill & Oyster Bar or Andre’s Bouchee, the chic French bistro with a California coastal flair. But take advantage of this special offer soon, it’s only valid through June 15th, online only at vendangecarmel.com.

(This offer is only valid when booking through our website and while supplies last.)

Background on Vendange Carmel:
When Brian and Jonathan Lee sought inspiration around the transformation of their family’s Carmel inn a few years ago, they looked no further than Monterey County’s Wine Region.

In 2013 Wine Enthusiast magazine bestowed the county as the top wine destination in the world. In the article, writer Steve Heimoff hailed the region’s “beautiful scenery, upscale galleries, glamorous resorts and stellar local wines.”

Faced with a major renovation and re-imagination of the property the Lees once owned but sold seven years ago, the answer became obvious: Name the inn Vendange (French for “vintage”), capitalize on its supreme location, design everything around a wine theme and create two stunning, fully equipped barrel rooms” for traveling families or couples.

“After we sold the property it really declined, and passing by it was difficult for our family,” said Jonathan Lee. “We wanted to modernize it and make it beautiful again, but also we knew we wanted to make each suite on our property a reflection of Monterey County’s flourishing wine industry.”

The Lees had the idea to partner with local wineries, especially those with tasting rooms in Carmel (currently there are more than two dozen tasting rooms, wine bars and bottle shops in the village, and the Carmel Wine Walk is thriving).

The wine-centric idea was to have wineries “adopt” a room at Vendange, putting their personal stamp on the furniture and décor. Each suite now provides a romantic ambiance of luxuriousness and charm.

“It took some time to get our ideas across to local wineries (Twisted Roots came on board first), but once they completed their suite, and the wineries could visually see the ideas we were striving for, the rest took off from there.”
Following the lead of Twisted Roots were: Galante, J. Lohr, McIntyre, Dawn’s Dream, Joullian, Ventana, Manzoni, Tudor, Cima Collina, Holman Ranch and Blair.

The novel idea allows the wineries to reflect their own style and statement through the rooms, while Vendange allows the wineries to use the rooms for clients or wine club members to create valuable cross-promotion.

“For us it creates a cachet and makes it a unique experience,” Lee said.

The family also created the two adjoining “barrel rooms,” designed ideally for couples rooms to create a relaxed “hang-out” experience. Each room is more than 900 square feet, with separate bedrooms, radiant floor heating, private patios, personal entrances and parking spaces. One room comes equipped with a high-end kitchen, complete with granite countertops, Viking appliances and all the comforts of home.

Whether it’s a walk around the manicured gardens, or quiet conversation and complimentary wine and cheese tasting around the fire pit under a lighted pergola, guests at Vendange find themselves pampered in an intimate environment with expert, attentive service.

Nestled beneath the pine trees in a tranquil neighborhood, Vendange Carmel Inn & Suites is one of the few inns in Carmel to provide parking. Located just a short walk from Carmel’s legendary downtown, visitors can absorb a complete wine experience in and out of their suites.

Lee points out that “vendange tardive” means “late harvest” in French. The phrase refers to a style of dessert wine where the grapes are allowed to hang on the vine until they start to dehydrate, concentrating the sugars.

“It fits because we want guests to come here, rest and get sweeter for the next day,” he said.

Contact:
Marci Bracco
Vendange Carmel Inn & Suites
24815 Carpenter St.
Carmel, CA 93923
831-624-6400
reservations@vendangecarmel.com
http://vendangecarmel.com/

Business

LEMO – Northwire Launch European Distribution Open for Business

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Offering custom programs with short lead time, dedicated stock & service support.

Osceola, WI, USA (May 20, 2015) — Cable engineering company, Northwire, Inc., (NWI), in collaboration with precision cable connector market leader LEMO is pleased to announce the opening of the manufacturing companies’ European super warehouse, the European Distribution Center (EDC). Designed to rapidly respond to customer demands from its strategic location at LEMO Connectors Benelux in the Netherlands, the facility will offer specialised inventory programs, fast delivery and custom cable services and support. Both manufacturers and their customers will benefit from the advantages provided by a centralised responsive EDC, which is expected to be fully operational in second quarter of 2015.

“The launch of the European Distribution Center represents another milestone in LEMO and Northwire’s continuous pursuit to bring more value to our customers,” explains Northwire CEO Katina Kravik. Sharing Kravik’s enthusiasm is Niels Zonnenveld, Managing Director, LEMO Connectors Benelux, “In addition to engineering a complete connector and custom cable assembly solution for the Benelux region, LEMO and Northwire are pleased to offer specialized Kanban and inventory programs with short lead times personalised for our valued European customers.” Capitalizing on his ten year history and start-up of LEMO Benelux, Zonneveld is integral to the design, creation and implementation of this EDC, selecting and training “really energetic and vibrant” staff members and implementing robust systems.

The key customer benefits of the LEMO-Northwire EDC are within the Expedited Solutions and Services programme. Similar to Northwire’s USA-oriented NWI DIRECT and NWI EXPRESS programmes which feature fast delivery and factory-direct bulk cable cost savings, the EDC will focus on LEMO and Northwire customers in Europe in conjunction with LEMO’s local sales companies. These include warehousing and distribution, risk management redundancies, rapid response and delivery, custom wire and cable lengths and full logistical support for supply chain and inventory management. Additionally, like NWI EXPRESS, the LEMO-Northwire EDC will have very short lead times for custom cables.

In addition to offering the most frequently purchased cable design options in stock, the EDC will work collaboratively with customers to create flexible Kanban and custom stocking programs designed specifically to meet exacting requirements. With options and innovations increasing daily from LEMO and Northwire, and multiple configurations for customization such as shielding and jacketing, management for the EDC expects to offer literally thousands of cable assembly solutions in the near future.

Located on the LEMO Netherlands campus, the EDC facility allows room for future expansion, while the current facility boasts a brand new state-of-the-art industrial park, modern geothermal systems for heating and cooling, solar energy, and thoughtful design for efficiency and environmental awareness.

Serving Europe and beyond, the EDC is now accepting customer orders for standard cables and built-to-order custom cables and more. Tailored Kanban and flexible supply programs are also available for enrollment, as is the five day lead time service. To place an order or enroll in special custom programmes, contact your local LEMO company for further information at http://www.LEMO.com/contact, or connect with Northwire at cableinfo@northwire.com or via live chat at northwire.com.

About LEMO

LEMO is an acknowledged leader in the design and manufacture of precision custom connection and cable solutions. LEMO’s high quality Push-Pull connectors are found in a variety of challenging application environments including medical, industrial control, test and measurement, broadcast, and telecommunications.

LEMO has been designing custom connectors for over six decades. Offering more than 100,000 combinations of products that continue to grow through tailored, specific designs, LEMO and its affiliated sister companies REDEL, NORTHWIRE and COELVER currently serve more than 100,000 customers in over 80 countries around the world. In 2014, LEMO Group acquired Northwire, Inc. as part of its vision to provide a full range of interconnection solutions and services to niche markets.

About Northwire

Cable manufacturer, Northwire, Inc., celebrating over 43 years of innovation, has corporate headquarters and manufacturing in Osceola, Wisconsin and engineering and manufacturing in Santa Teresa, New Mexico. The cable engineering company is the premier partner for the design, manufacture and contract services of custom technical products including custom technical wire and cable, retractable cable, cable assemblies, connectors, harnesses, injection moulding, over-moulding and contract engineering and OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) for diverse applications in broadcast, life sciences, energy, MIL-Spec defence, industrial, machine vision, architectural lighting, underwater and beyond.

In addition to ISO 13485:2003, ISO 9001:2008, SAE AS9100C:2009 certifications and qualification to ISO 17025:2005, Northwire is a member of NDIA (National Defense Industrial Association), NCMA (National Contract Management Association), RIA (Robotics Industries Association), AIA (Automated Imaging Association), FieldComm (fka Foundation Fieldbus), ODVA (Open DeviceNet Vendors Associations) and WAI (Wire Association International), among others.

For more information, visit http://www.northwire.com.

Media Contact:
Katina Kravik
Northwire
110 Prospect Way
Osceola, Wisconsin 54020
715-294-2121
cableinfo@northwire.com
http://www.northwire.com

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New Tasting Room and Wine Brand Launch in Carmel Valley!

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Jarman Tasting Room Opens June 2015.

Carmel Valley, CA, May 20, 2015 — Terroir is the most important force in creating distinct wines. The French word speaks to a wine’s place of origin, its subtle nuances of traceable character, flavor, lineage and integrity.

An estate wine from Carmel Valley, Jarman’s terroir refers to a special place — and also to a special woman who inspired a family to bottle the essence of a mother’s spirit.

Jarman Fearing Lowder grew up in Chattanooga, Tenn., and lived up to being voted “best all around” in high school. She earned a nursing degree, worked as an R.N. and raised three daughters with her husband Thomas. An active volunteer, animal lover, athlete and enthusiastic traveler, Jarman wanted to spend her golden years making wine with her husband at Holman Ranch, an idyllic piece of property in Carmel Valley they purchased to realize that dream.

Tragically, Jarman died in March of 2011 at age 60 following a long battle with early onset Alzheimer’s disease.

To honor her mother’s memory, Holman Ranch manager and eldest daughter Hunter Lowder has vowed to take the best hand-selected estate grapes and create two premium varietals — Jarman Chardonnay and Jarman Pinot Noir ($1 from each bottle sold will go to Alzheimer’s Drug Discovery Foundation). Founded in 1998 by Leonard A. and Ronald S. Lauder, the ADDF provides critical seed funding to leading scientists conducting breakthrough drug discovery and clinical research. By accelerating promising drug candidates through the drug discovery and development pipeline and spearheading innovative public-private partnerships, we increase the chance of finding an effective treatment, and a cure, for Alzheimer’s disease.

Through the tremendous support of our donors, the ADDF has invested more than $70 million to over 450 Alzheimer’s drug discovery programs and clinical trials in academic centers and biotechnology companies in 18 countries. https://www.alzdiscovery.org/about-addf

“We wanted to honor her, give back and increase awareness,” Hunter said.

“Everything we do here and the reason all this exists is because of her.”

The Jarman label will reflect quality, with only the best local grapes used during a artisanal, small-batch winemaking process. Jarman wine uses only 100 percent estate-grown, organic and certified-sustainable grapes. Aged in French oak barrels, Jarman’s vintages are held in limited supply, and not available anywhere outside the tasting room. The two varietals include:

• The 2013 Jarman Pinot Noir takes on nuances of warm blueberry pie, cloves and cinnamon that mingle in the nose with oak notes from 10 months in the barrel. The mouth-feel is plump and juicy with overtones of cassis and blackberries.

• The 2014 Jarman Chardonnay features floral notes reminiscent of walking by a parfumerie in France — subtle and pleasant with a hint of earthiness. When serving this wine lightly chilled, rich notes of under-ripe berries and raw honey will waltz across your palate.

To further honor their mother’s memory, the family will open a special tasting room in June in Carmel Valley Village(open noon to 5 p.m., Thurs.-Sun.; or by appointment) next to Will’s Fargo, the restaurant they purchased in 2014 . The tastings will feature full-fledged experiences, including tours and wine education, and each will include a food element that complements the wine.

The new Jarman tasting room will provide visitors with three unique experiences : Cru Tasting, Premier Cru Experience and the Grand Cru Experience.

To celebrate, Jarman will hold a public grand opening with Monterey Peninsula Chamber of Commerce; Carmel Chamber of Commerce and Carmel Valley Chamber of Commerce on Tuesday, June 23, 5–7 p.m.

• Address: 16 W. Carmel Valley Road, Carmel Valley, CA
• Website: jarmanwine.com
• Phone: 831-298-7300
• E-mail: info@jarmanwine.com

Contact:
Marci Bracco Cain
Chatterbox
Carmel, CA 93923
831-747-7455
http://www.jarmanwine.com

Technology

Pixel Planets is now available on the App Store

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GameDigits, the makers of chart-topping, mobile game Auction Wars: Storage King have released a retro-style multiplayer, world-builder game to push boundaries and rival such titles as Clash of Clans, Game of War and Boom Beach.

West Yorkshire, England, May 19, 2015 – Following the success of their chart-topping, mobile game Auction Wars: Storage King, GameDigits Ltd. is proud to announce the release of Pixel Planets for iOS, a retro-style multiplayer, world-builder game.

Follow two intrepid explorers as they colonise planets, construct their defenses and build alien armies to attack other worlds. Discover alien relics, solve the puzzles within and unlock their powers.

View a trailer video here:

Pixel Planets is FREE on the App Store:
http://apple.co/1IxDlTO

Pixel Planets pushes the boundaries of the world-builder genre and introduces a number of unique features. GameDigits Ltd. have certainly done their homework, creating one of the most playable world-builders on mobile to date.

– Progress through many different planets.
– Solve puzzles to unlock further building and technology advancements using alien relics.
– Build powerful diverse alien armies to attack other planets.
– Players can choose which friends to attack.
– Players control their army during attacks and use this to their advantage.

Ian Lindsey, Managing Director of GameDigits Ltd. commented “I’m a big fan of world-builder games on mobile and after the success of Auction Wars : Storage King, we had the resources to push this genre further. Using retro-pixelated theming, we were able to create a fun and characterful look for the game, introducing some new, cool and interesting ideas into the mix.”

Meet Bill and Bob, Pixel Planet’s comical space explorers, who’ve been travelling through space for what seems like an eternity and more than a little tired of each other’s company. To make matters worse, Bill is unfortunately starting to lose his mind. Journey with them to see how their story unfolds, realising just how much their friendship matters when they’re stranded in space.

Pixel Planets is available for free on the App Store.

If players download and play Pixel Planets now, they will receive a cash bonus of $10,000 for Auction Wars: Storage King.

Device Requirements:
* iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch
* Requires iOS 6.0 or later
* 41 MB

Pricing and Availability:
Pixel Planets is free and available worldwide through the App Store in the Games category. If you’re interested in learning more about Pixel Planets, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

Contact:
Ian Lindsey
GameDigits Ltd.
2 Churchfield Terrace
Liversedge
West Yorkshire, England
01924409924
GameDigits@gamedigits.co.uk
http://www.GameDigits.co.uk

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Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel and Spa Celebrates Dad, Youth Sports and all that Summer has to Offer Sweepstakes

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The Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel and Spa, Knuckles Sports Bar and the Fireplace Lounge, celebrate with Father’s Day, Monterey County Youth Sports and the “Best of Summer” Sweepstakes.

Monterey, CA, May 19, 2015 – The Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel and Spa, Knuckles Sports Bar and the Fireplace Lounge, celebrate with Father’s Day, Monterey County Youth Sports and the “Best of Summer” Sweepstakes.

Save the date for:
• Father’s Day, Sunday, June 21st. Bring dad to Knuckles Sports Bar for our Burger and Beer special

o Enter to win. Ode to Dad! Tell us why your dad deserves to win a $50 gift certificate to Knuckles Sports Bar in honor of Father’s Day. Post a picture and a little story about your dad on our Facebook page. Winner will be selected at random on June 15th.

• Summer sports! During summer any child under 12 that comes to Knuckles with their parents wearing a team jersey or uniform receives a free children’s scoop of ice cream. (with purchase of an entrée)

• All Summer Long $4.00 Happy Hour Drink Specials on the patio!

• Win a Two-Night Stay with “Best of Summer” Sweepstakes! Enter Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel and Spa “Summer at Its Best” sweepstakes, for a chance to win a vacation for four to the Hyatt Regency Monterey and Spa for 2 nights and other prizes. Guests can enter by scanning the QR code found here or by texting WIN to 831-667-5040. Blackout dates are June 13-22, July 12 -20, July 24 & 25, August 13-17 and September 18-21. Subject to availability.

• To enter, Text WIN to 831-667-5040 or Scan our QR code

• Enter between May 25th and June 5th. One lucky entrant will be randomly selected to win the “Summer at Its Best” vacation for four. Two other entries will be randomly selected for additional prizes.

About Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel& Spa on Del Monte Golf Course:
Nestled in 22 acres of soaring Monterey Pines, the Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa on Del Monte Golf Course is a destination resort providing the discerning traveler the quintessential Monterey experience. Its location offers guests close proximity to downtown Monterey and Monterey Airport and easy access to some of the Peninsula’s most well-known attractions. With its warm, contemporary ambiance, elegant furnishings and convenient amenities, the hotel offers both leisure and business travelers a Northern California respite of unmatched serenity and comfort. Features include 550 guestrooms with 27 suites, and the President’s House, TusCA Ristorante, Knuckles Sports Bar, Fireplace Lounge, a 2,000 square foot fitness facility, tennis courts, pools and whirlpools, and 12,000 square foot full service luxury spa. The hotel is located at 1 Old Golf Course Road in Monterey, California. For information call (831) 372-1234 or visit http://www.hyattregencymonterey.com/.

Contact:
Marci Bracco Cain
Chatterbox
Carmel, CA 93923
831-747-7455
http://www.hyattregencymonterey.com/

Art

Deb Della Piana is Art Gallery’s New Featured Artist

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Light Space & Time Online Art Gallery is very pleased to announce that Deb Della Piana is the gallery’s new featured artist and for the next 30 days will be promoted in the gallery’s artist showcase.

Jupiter, FL, USA (May 17, 2015) — Light Space & Time Online Art Gallery is very pleased to announce that Deb Della Piana is the gallery’s new featured artist and for the next 30 days will be promoted in the gallery’s artist showcase. Deb is a Massachusetts based fine art photographer.

It wasn’t until sometime in 2012 that Deb started seriously thinking about pursuing photography. Since the fall of 2014, Deb has held two self-funded solo photography shows and has been participating in local artist markets. She will participate in several over the summer of 2015 in the New England region. She has also been busy entering photography competitions, and has done well in several Light, Space & Time competitions too. She also won a Bronze medal in the Better Photography 2012 Photographer of the Year competition in the Nature category, and Honorable Mention in the Rachel Carson Photo Competition.

Deb maintains a busy photography blog at http://www.stoplookshoot.com, as well as a growing gallery at http://www.stoplookshoot.net. She plans to continue participating in competitions and local artist markets, while she puts together a strategy to make a gainful living at what she loves. Ideas include a third web site where businesses can lease or purchase photography for offices, and launching an out-of-the-box high school senior photo business. The goal here is to make enough money to pay the bills, while she continues to focus on the type of photography she loves best. Ultimately, she’d like to have a gallery. (http://www.lightspacetime.com/artist-showcase/artist-showcase-deb-della-piana)

About Light Space & Time Online Gallery

Light Space & Time – Online Gallery offers monthly art competitions and monthly art exhibitions for new and emerging artists. It is Light Space & Time’s intention to showcase this incredible talent in a series of monthly themed art competitions and art exhibitions by marketing and displaying the exceptional abilities of these worldwide artists. Their online gallery website can be viewed here: http://www.lightspacetime.com.

Media Contact:
John R. Math
Light Space & Time Online Gallery
118 Poinciana Drive
Jupiter, FL 33458
888-490-3530
info@lightspacetime.com
http://www.lightspacetime.com