Monthly Archives: September 2018

Business

Steamwhistle Coffee Roasters joins The Shop Local Network as a Shop Local Mission Partner

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Steamwhistle Coffee Roasters, located at 924 South Court Street in Crown Point, Indiana is not your average coffee shop.

Crown Point, Indiana, September 11, 2018 – Steamwhistle Coffee Roasters, located at 924 South Court Street in Crown Point, Indiana is not your average coffee shop. Nick Bello, president of The Shop Local Network stated, “When you walk into Steamwhistle, you immediately realize that they are different. The large window which allows you to watch them roast is just one feature that makes the place a great place to hang out.”

Coffee beans around the world are not created equal! Micro roasted beans provide the best cup of coffee, emphasizing the flavor notes of each region!Guatemalan Huehuetenango is one of theircoffees and is highlighted by notes of cocoa powder and a hint of caramel. Smooth finish with low acidity. Shade grown, organic and fair trade.

Their cold brew has become the talk of Northwest Indiana. You can stop in and take home a growler that is brewed daily. Make sure while you are there, you join their rewards program to start receiving discounts and special offers. From 2-4 pm every Monday-Friday they offer their large drinks for the price of a medium! Whether you’re craving a latte, mocha, or a sweet and pretty Italian soda they’ve got you covered during happy hour!

They also have extremely talented bakers at Steamwhistle! Scones, muffins, cake pops, vegan power bars and vegan scones can be found in house.

To learn more about Steamwhistle Coffee Roasters, give them a call or visit their website.

(219) 323-3530

http://www.steamwhistlecoffee.com

Contact:

Nick Bello

The Shop Local Network

LaPorte, Indiana

1-800-501-2632

support@TheShopLocalNetwork.com

http://www.TheShopLocalNetwork.com

Business

Tavern on Main in Crown Point, Indiana joins The Shop Local Network as a Shop Local Mission Partner

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Tavern on Main located at 136 South Main street in Crown Point, Indiana, offers amazing craft beers and food.

Crown Point, Indiana, September 09, 2018 – Tavern on Main located at 136 South Main street in Crown Point, Indiana, offers amazing craft beers and food. Nick Bello, president of The Shop Local Network stated, “Tavern on Main is a one-of-a-kind experience. When you walk in and sit down, you get a five star experience all the way around.”

The founders have a mission to serve high-quality, unique, and creative food and drink in an eclectic yet welcoming atmosphere. A gathering place where both the adventurous and not-so-adventurous patron can find the perfect dish to satisfy their individual craving. From cutting-edge cuisines to comfort classics, there is something on the menu for everyone. That doesn’t just apply to the food menu, though- the drink menu boasts 18 craft brews on tap plus specialty cocktails. Tavern on Main gives you the best of both worlds.

Their menu selection is described by their executive chef, Tommy Forbes, as “high-end American eclectic”. Entrees vary from high-quality, Chicago-style gastropub dishes to delectable homestyle comfort foods. The creativity continues onto their drink menu, where you’ll find an array of craft cocktails and brews.

The featured dishes showcase their most-loved culinary fare; the favorites (of patrons and staff) that will have you going back again and again. They also have regular drink and dinner specials- so, keep an eye out for those! They think the pride they take in serving top-notch and unique cuisine is evident to their customers in each and every bite.

Tavern on Main also takes part in the Shop Local Keytag promotion, so make sure you show them your keytag to get an extra discount. Now is the time to plan your night out at Tavern on Main. Give them a call or visit their website to learn more.

219-779-9377

www.tavernonmaincp.com

Contact:

Nick Bello

The Shop Local Network

LaPorte, Indiana

1-800-501-2632

support@TheShopLocalNetwork.com

http://www.TheShopLocalNetwork.com

Art

Amateur Castle-builders Invited to compete in 58th Annual Great Sandcastle Competition 2018 on Carmel Beach Sept. 8

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Anyone who has built or dreamed of building a sand castle is invited to Carmel Beach on Sept. 8, to compete in the 58th annual Great Sandcastle Competition.

Carmel, CA, September 9, 2018 — Anyone who has built or dreamed of building a sand castle is invited to Carmel Beach on Sept. 8, to compete in the 58th annual Great Sandcastle Competition.

The contest will be held 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 8, at Carmel Beach and 10th Avenue, with the theme “Rooms in the Dunes.”

The event is free and open to the public and is held rain or shine. It is sponsored by the city of Carmel and the Monterey Bay Chapter of the American Institute of Architects.

The contest is open to all participants and all ages, with no admission fee to compete or to view. Skill level is not important — judging takes place in many categories. Artistic expression is encouraged, however, in a family-friendly fashion.

The only rules are that no machinery or power tools can be used, contestants must stay within contest boundaries and the only decorations allowed are those that can be found on the beach.

Judges will include members of the AIA, plus local celebrities and dignitaries. Contestants are urged to “bribe” judges with non-monetary offers, such as cookies, beer and wine, and food.

The best “sand castle” wins the coveted Golden Shovel Award, with other awards including the Sour Grapes award and Best Traditional Sand Castle. Every participant in the contest goes home with a plaque commemorating their handiwork. Following the theme is not required.

About The American Institute of Architects

The American Institute of Architects has been advancing the value of architects and architecture for more than 150 years through AIA member resources and as the collective voice of the profession. Benefits that enhance the professional and competitive position of AIA members and the profession of architecture, and links to additional information regarding advocacy, sponsorship, or membership, can be found at the host chapter website: www.aiamontereybay.org

The AIA Monterey Bay informs its members and the public about the activities and programs of this chapter, as well as issues affecting the architecture and practice of architecture in the counties of Monterey, San Benito and Santa Cruz.

Contact:

City of Carmel-by-the-Sea

Community Services Dept.

(831) 620-2020

ci.carmel.ca.us

American Institute of Architects Monterey Bay

aiamontereybay.org

aiamb@sbcglobal.net

831-372-6527

Contact:

Marci Bracco Cain

Chatterbox PR

Salinas, CA 93901

(831) 747-7455

http://www.aiamontereybay.org

Business, Electronics, Technology

Fulham’s New HotSpot EZ Exit Wins Architecture SSL Product Innovation Award

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Fulham recognized for new T-Grid emergency lighting capability added to its HotSpot family of emergency lighting products.

Hawthorne, CA, USA — The HotSpot EZ Exit EM T-Grid emergency luminaire from Fulham Co., Inc., a leading supplier of lighting components and electronics for commercial and specialty applications, has received a 2018 Product Innovation Award (PIA ’18) from Architectural SSL magazine in the Components Category. The EZ Exit LED luminaire was introduced earlier this year as a part of a new category of emergency lighting that complements conventional exit signs by lighting the way to safety.

The Architecture SSL Product Innovation Awards were created to honor advances in LEDs and solid-state lighting. Winners are peer-recognized for quality and sustainable technology as well as innovation. Fulham’s new EZ Exit was chosen as a new type of emergency lighting product that seamlessly integrates into any conventional T-grid ceiling. In fact, it is nearly unnoticeable until an emergency when the one-inch wide LED module is activated to light an exit path. The integrated emergency driver with built-in NiCad battery delivers 90 minutes of emergency power with a 24-hour recharge time.

“There have been few innovations in emergency lighting beyond those created to meet new safety standards, so we are delighted that our EZ Exit luminaire was selected an innovative product by Architectural SSL,” said Russ Sharer, Vice President of Global Marketing and Business Development for Fulham. “Emergency lighting continues to be a robust category for LED components and we are already receiving a lot of interest in the EZ Exit because it is easy-to-install, reduces the number of emergency lights required because of its high lumen output, and is aesthetically pleasing for office applications.”

The HotSpot EZ Exit EM T-grid kits are available in two configurations: a 24-inch version (FHEZ10A24) with that offers 10.7W of emergency output at 1,480 lumens, and a 48-inch version (FHEZ17A48) that has 17W output in with 2,485 lumens. The EZ Exit kits feature a universal input of 120-277VAC and are designed to be installed in less than 10 minutes, either as part of new construction or a retrofit in a dry or damp setting. The EZ Exit units feature an integrated test switch and carry a five-year manufacturer’s warranty. The product is UL listed for field installations.

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

About Fulham
Fulham Co., Inc. is a leading global provider of intelligent, socially-conscious sustainable commercial lighting components and electronics for use in commercial general lighting, parking structure, signage, horticultural, UV and other applications. The company develops and manufactures a variety of award-winning LED and emergency products, lighting controls, as well as legacy products across multiple lighting platforms. Fulham sells its lighting solutions worldwide through original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and electrical equipment distribution channels. Headquartered in Hawthorne, Calif., the company has sales and/or manufacturing facilities in the Europe, China, India, and the UAE. For more information, visit http://www.fulham.com, @FulhamUSA or @FulhamEurope.

Media Contact:
Andy Firchau
Marketing Manager
Fulham Co., Inc.
Phone: +1 (323) 779-2980, ext. 1252
afirchau@fulham.com

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Business

Auto Design Collision Center in Crown Point Indiana joins The Shop Local Network as a Shop Local Mission Partner

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Auto Design Collision Center located at 529 Sheridan St in Crown Point, Indiana offers collision repair that is second to none.

Crown Point, Indiana, September 07, 2018 – Auto Design Collision Center located at 529 Sheridan St in Crown Point, Indiana offers collision repair that is second to none. Nick Bello, president of The Shop Local Network stated, “When your vehicle is in a collision, it is very difficult to get it back to the way it was before the accident happened. Auto Design takes special care to not just get the job done, but get it done right like it never happened.”

Whether your vehicle has been damaged in an auto accident, has been vandalized, or has minor dings and dents that need to be repaired, their body shop is equipped to restore your vehicle to like new condition.

Auto Design Collision Centeris a family owned business serving the community since 1988. Their motto is “Where quality is standard, not an option.” From their high quality of repairs and keeping customers informed all through the process, from start to finish they provide a high quality of communication. Their staff can help with any of their customer needs with insurance claims. They are truly their for their customers.

If you come across the need for a collision center, make sure you make the right call and call Auto Design Collision Center.

(219) 662-8284

Contact:

Nick Bello

The Shop Local Network

LaPorte, Indiana

1-800-501-2632

support@TheShopLocalNetwork.com

http://www.TheShopLocalNetwork.com

Business

Plaza Lanes in Highland, Indiana becomes a Shop Local Mission Partner

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Plaza Lanes, located at 8101 Kennedy Ave in Highland, Indiana has become a hot spot in Highland.

Highland, Indiana, September 06, 2018 – Plaza Lanes, located at 8101 Kennedy Ave in Highland, Indiana has become a hot spot in Highland. Nick Bello, president of The Shop Local Network said, “They have put so much effort into making their establishment more than a bowling alley. It really is the place to have a party!”

Plaza Lanes hasbeen a cornerstone in the communityproviding a great place for entertainment and Family Fun for over 57 YEARS! Their goal is to simply provide all of their customers with a facility andatmosphere which is enjoyable,exciting and competitive. So grabthe gang and “Let’s Go Bowling”!!!!

Bowling Parties at Plaza Lanes are an excellent way to make your child’s day both enjoyable andmemorable, along with making it hassle-Freefor the Parents too! Your party starts with all the set up before, and the clean up afterwards, and their staff can make more options available . . . all with you in mind, so you can enjoy the occasion and to concentrate on what’s really important –The Birthday Child and Their Friends!Their packages are the perfect way to add unforgettable FUNto everyone’s celebration! They even offer COSMIC PARTIEScomplete with music, lasers, and black lighting (only available on Friday and Saturday Nights.)

Plaza Lanes would like to invite you to join in the FUN and be a part of their organized league bowling format. A majority of leagues at Plaza Lanes are considered “traditional” leagues, meaning that they start in August or September (depending on the league) and bowl approximately 34 weeks through the Winter season. They are a great choice for fun and entertainment when the outdoor season has changed and sometimes leaves you stranded in the cold. Bowling is America’s #1 Participation Recreation, and Plaza Lanes is the Perfect place to bowl. So why not combine the two and sign up for a league today! See for yourself what you’ve been missing! Plaza Lanes has something for everyone, men, women, children and mixed. Consider organizing your own league with your fellow employees or businesses! See how much FUN League Bowling really is!

If you are ready to learn more, give Plaza Lanes a call, or visit their website.

http://plazafunbowl.com/

(219) 923-3800

Contact:

Nick Bello

The Shop Local Network

LaPorte, Indiana

1-800-501-2632

support@TheShopLocalNetwork.com

http://www.TheShopLocalNetwork.com

Business

The Shop Local Network is pleased to have Fagen-Miller Funeral Home as a Shop Local Mission Partner

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Fagen-Miller Funeral Home, located at 2828 Highway Avenue Highland, IN, is a great place to honor the life of a loved one.

Highway Avenue Highland, IN, September 06, 2018 – Fagen-Miller Funeral Home, located at 2828 Highway Avenue Highland, IN, is a great place to honor the life of a loved one. Nick Bello, President of The Shop Local Network stated, “It is amazing how much the staff at Fagen-Miller cares. They walk families through the process step by step making sure that they are taken care of during their time of need.”

They realize that remembering the difference that a loved one has made in our lives is an important step to the healing process. To them a funeral is an occasion of showing our affection and respect for the deceased and a way to support others in the times of sorrow.

Fagen-Miller has been a family owned establishment since 1896. The staff at the funeral home are professionals and are very devoted to helping friends and families honor the loss of a loved one. They recognize that trusting other people with honoring the loss of your loved one is difficult, and they make sure that they have filled their establishment with a staff that is experienced, dedicated, and compassionate. They understand how big of a deal it is to earn your trust.

A funeral is one of the most personal and emotional events that a family can share. At Fagen-Miller, they create a meaningful time where you can celebrate the life of your loved one and reflect on that individuals’ life.

Fagen-Miller offers their help with all of your needs for the arrangement. They offer help in contacting churches, insurance company, veteran’s benefits, etc. They can also arrange the obituary notice in the local newspaper. They show individual attention to specific wishes, customs or religious considerations, regardless of denomination. They offer traditional and non-traditional funerals, as well as cremation services and direct cremation. They provide memorial services and full services with cremation. They will also offer a wide selection of caskets along with other items that can help personalize services, and which are available in a variety of styles that will meet your needs and budget.

You can find grief support, resources, and other information on their website or with a phone call. So, if you are looking for a place to honor the loss of a loved one, Fagen-Miller Funeral Home would be a great establishment for you.

(219) 838-4824

www.fagenmiller.com

Contact:

Nick Bello

The Shop Local Network

LaPorte, Indiana

1-800-501-2632

support@TheShopLocalNetwork.com

http://www.TheShopLocalNetwork.com

Business

Govt of Maharashtra Supports Mumbai World Tea Coffee Expo 2018 for its Efforts to Promote these Vital Sectors in Maharashtra

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6th WTCE to be held from 29th Nov – 1st Dec 2018 at new venue namely Nehru Centre, Worli, Mumbai. State Government of Maharashtra acknowledges WTCE’s endeavour to make Mumbai the hub of trade for Tea, Coffee & Allied sectors.

Mumbai, India, September 6, 2018 — Being held every year at Mumbai, the 2018 edition of World Tea Coffee Expo has received support from the Government of Maharashtra recognising its role is establishing Mumbai & Maharashtra as the pivotal destination for players in the Tea, Coffee & Allied industries to congregate and do business. Thanks to WTCE, Mumbai, the capital of Maharashtra and the financial capital of India, has become the favoured location for national and international stakeholders to explore business and enhance trade opportunities. Country pavilions from Indonesia, India, Sri Lanka and many others shall be a major feature at this expo.

The 6th edition of World Tea Coffee Expo, India’s only international trade fair focussed on the Tea, Coffee and allied sectors shall be held at a new venue namely Nehru Centre Worli Mumbai and shall be spread over 2 floors. With 90+ exhibitors from 8 countries including government pavilions and 4000+ trade visitors, WTCE 2018 shall be held from Thursday 29th Nov to Saturday 1st Dec 2018 and marks South Asia’s largest dedicated annual gathering of the Tea, Coffee and related segments. The Expo offers huge potential for appointing Distributors, Bulk orders, joint ventures, franchising, networking, knowledge-sharing, meeting government officials, marketing alliances, and overall branding.

WTCE showcases latest innovative products, machineries, packaging, technologies, vending solutions, flavours, sugar, stevia, flavours, Retail Chains, certifications, Premixes, government boards etc.

IN 2017, WTCE had showcased products/technologies from over 70 exhibitors with Govt Pavilions from India, Sri Lanka and Nepal attracting 3700+ visitors. The 3-day trade fair at Mumbai had witnessed some major networking among business community in the form of bulk deals, joint ventures and alliances, franchise enquiries, appointment of agents and generation of versatile business leads.

WTCE is visited by buyers from a host of countries including USA, EU, UAE, UK, New Zealand, Sri Lanka, China, Nepal, Iran, Russia etc alongwith with India.

Thanks to the proliferation of café culture phenomenon, market is growing rapidly with the entry of many local and regional players offering specific products for multiple end-users. With anticipated attendance from more than 4000 serious buyers from across the globe, companies participating at WTCE can substantiate their foothold in the market or enter newer markets. Since its launch in 2013, the expo has brought global industry players closer, enabled mega deals in addition to being the ideal launch pad for new products in the Indian markets especially for SMEs who don’t have large budgets who aspire for national / international expansion.

Apart from representatives from the Hot Beverages Sector, the expo also attracts some major stakeholders from related sectors including Hoteliers and Institutional Caterers, Restaurateurs / Cafe owners / Resorts/ Caterers, Airlines representatives, Importers & Exporters, Hotel Suppliers Dealers, Mass Grocers, Supermarkets & Malls, Purchase Managers of large offices &retail chains, Packaging professionals, Dieticians / Nutritionists / Food Professionals, Chefs  and cooking experts, Tea & Coffee Aficionados etc.

The Conference and Workshops impart deeper understanding of and appreciation for the trade especially the challenges of expanding online. For further information please log onto www.worldteacoffeeexpo.com or call on +912228625132 or email to info@worldteacoffeeexpo.com

Press & Media Contact:
Mitesh M Kapadia
SPR Pvt Ltd
B-603, Samajdeep
Near Bhanu Park/Seasons Restaurant
Adukia Road, Off S V Road
Kandivli (W), Mumbai 400 067. India
+91 22 2862 5132
info@worldteacoffeeexpo.com
http://www.worldteacoffeeexpo.com

Entertainment

Frances Ellen Walsh Embarks on an Unforgettable Journey

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In our globalized world, there is cross-cultural contact that increasingly spans international borders. While online resources provide greater opportunities for travel, there is also more information about violence, conflict, and unrest in distant destinations.

San Antonio, TX, USA, September 5, 2018 — According to the U.S. State Department, travelers to Kashmir, India, are encouraged to exercise increased caution due to crime and terrorism. But Frances Ellen Walsh was not deterred from traveling thousands of miles on a journey that would irrevocably change her life.

With a degree in metaphysics, this author and educator is interested in exploring the “layers of meaning in everything we do and see.” She adds, “In religiously diverse India, there is a heightened spiritual awareness. I wanted to portray some of the seen and unseen dimensions of that world.”

“I say yes to everything,” Walsh explains. “I’m all about saying yes to the universe and waiting to see what comes from my decisions. My life is an adventure, and I’m not afraid of trying new things and going to new places.”

Walsh has always been passionate about travel, and over the years she has jumped on every opportunity presented to her to travel internationally. “Every trip is an adventure,” she explains. “We are all citizens of the world, and there is joy in learning about each other’s differences and similarities.”

Despite visiting many countries, Walsh found India to be special. After her first trip there, she knew she would go back, and five years later, her travels to India have become the basis for her latest book, “An American in Kashmir: Undaunted Love”.

Chronicling her life and the challenges she has encountered along the way, Walsh hopes this book will give her readers hope and permission to live a life without regret.

“Others will have opinions of what you should be doing with your life. But it’s YOUR life. We each get only one time around. There’s no time for waiting; we never know how long we have. Live your life as you dreamed it. Go for it!”

Publisher, Lisa M. Umina, comments, “This author poignantly chronicles her travel experiences, and it is powerful in that it captures both the external voyage to visit another country and the more subtle journey that is taken within the self. The result is a book that will transport the readers on personal journeys of their own.”

The book launch event will take place on October 28th, 2018, from 4-6 p.m. at The Muse Writers Center (2200 Colonial Ave #3) in Norfolk, Virginia.

For more information about Frances Ellen Walsh visit www.halopublishing.com. “An American in Kashmir” is now available at Halo Publishing International, Amazon, Barnes and Noble, Goodreads, and Books a Million in Paperback for $15.95 and as an e-Book for $9.99.

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

Software, Technology

LinkOptimizer for InDesign Now Can Assign Serial Numbers to Image Names

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Zevrix Solutions announces LinkOptimizer 5.2.9, a feature update to company’s workflow automation solution for Adobe InDesign. LinkOptimizer works with Photoshop to lets users automatically scale and crop images to their InDesign size at specified target resolution, convert image formats, adjust colors, embed profiles and more. The new version lets users add link serial number, whether per page or document, to the optimized image names with the option to specify the number of leading zeros.

Toronto (ON), Canada — Zevrix Solutions today announces LinkOptimizer 5.2.9, a feature update to its image processing automation solution for Adobe InDesign. Awarded 4 out of 5 stars by Computer Arts magazine, LinkOptimizer automates complex image manipulation tasks and helps users reduce the size of InDesign links, save prepress costs, and easily repurpose InDesign documents for web and mobile devices.

The new version adds two new variable tokens for the optimized image name: the link’s serial number per page and per InDesign document. Each token gives users an option to specify the number of digits per serial number to allow for leading zeros. The new tokens are especially helpful to the users who wish to simplify their image names without breaking the links to InDesign.

“Today LinkOptimizer batched a huge book project and another magazine project in minutes vs. hours. Now I can take the afternoon off and drink beer,” says Brian Donahue, owner of Bedesign studio in Minneapolis, Minnesota. “Thanks for freeing up my afternoon, rather than doing production work.”

LinkOptimizer works automatically with Photoshop to eliminate the excess image data of InDesign links, perform essential image adjustments and convert image formats. For example, with just a click of a button users can:

–Optimize dozens of InDesign files
-Scale and crop images to match their dimensions in InDesign
-Change their resolution to 300 dpi
–Convert RGB images to CMYK
-Resave JPEGs as TIFF
-Run a Photoshop action on each image

As a result users can save gigabytes of disk space and countless hours of optimizing images manually, accelerate document output, reduce job turnaround and cut costs through faster processing.

Pricing and Availability:
LinkOptimizer can be purchased from Zevrix website for US$259.95 (Lite version: $179.95) as well as from Adobe Exchange and authorized resellers. Trial is also available for download. The update is free for LinkOptimizer 5.x users and $130 to upgrade from previous versions. LinkOptimizer requires macOS 10.7-10.13 and Adobe InDesign / Photoshop CS5-CC 2018.

About Zevrix Solutions
Located in Toronto, Canada, Zevrix Solutions provides productivity solutions for Adobe Creative Suite and Creative Cloud software, PDF and graphic file diagnostics, as well as Microsoft Office on Mac OS. Zevrix Solutions is dedicated to helping professionals increase their profits through automating their everyday tasks, producing error-free documents, saving disk space and cutting production costs. For more information, visit http://www.zevrix.com.

Contact:
Leo Revzin
Owner
Zevrix Solutions
105 McCAUL St, Suite 301
Toronto Ontario M5T 2X4 Canada
858-206-0607
media@zevrix.com
http://www.zevrix.com