Below is a roundup of not-to-be-missed events happening this summer. For more information on attractions, dining and lodging, visit http://www.travelpaso.com. For the latest news on the area, visit http://blog.travelpaso.com, join us on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/travelpaso and follow us on Twitter http://www.twitter.com/travelpaso.

?MAY?

National Train Day – May 12

Wine Rail Excursions ? May – Oct

San Luis Obispo County

Leading up to the fourth annual Central Coast Railroad Festival, held Oct. 4-8, are a variety of events including National Train Day on May 12 in San Luis Obispo, a day to celebrate the 143rd anniversary of the nation?s first transcontinental railroad. In addition, Central Coast Railroad Festival Wine Rail Excursions are offered the second Sunday of every month. The trips include a ride on Amtrak’s Coast Starlight up or down the Cuesta Grade between Paso Robles and San Luis Obispo, complimentary wine tasting, light lunch snacks, rail history and a private bus trip in the opposite direction from the rail trip. The trips generally stop at one or two rail related wineries. Tickets for most trips are $ 49 for adults and $ 39 for children 15 and under. Excursions are limited to 24 guests and generally sell out in advance. For a list of excursions, visit http://ccrrf.com. For more information about National Train Day, visit nationaltrainday.com.

30th Annual Paso Robles Wine Festival

May 18-20

Paso Robles City Park

Combining past traditions with innovations of the future, the Paso Robles Wine Country comes together to honor 30 years of the Paso Robles Wine Festival in Paso Robles City Park this May. World-class wines, farm fresh culinary delights and winemaker seminars make this festival the place to be for wine enthusiasts. Guests can experience the character and rich history reflected in each glass of Paso Robles wine. This celebration will include the finest food and wine and embrace all that defines Paso Robles Wine County. Whether crisp whites or bold reds satisfy your palate, the Paso Robles Wine Festival has something for everyone. For more information and to purchase tickets, call (800) 549-WINE or visit pasowine.com.

Festival of the Arts

May 25-27

Downtown Paso Robles

Celebrate summer with this magical three-day event for families. New this year is a Plein Air Masters exhibition, two-day workshops (taking place the week prior to the main events), guest lectures and an Art Tour. Saturday starts with a Plein Air Quick-Draw and auction, followed by a fine art show, a public mural project, hands-on youth art stations, the Travel Channel?s Sand Masters constructing giant sand castles, street performers, adult art seminars, live music, dance performances, stilt walkers and other musical and visual surprises for kids. This three-day family event features guest lectures on Friday, and an Awards Brunch followed by the Exclusive Westside Art Tour of two private collections on Sunday. (888) 988-PASO (7276). Event tickets are available at pasoartfestival.com; the Saturday Main Event is free; Media Contact: Shonna Howenstine, (805) 227-7236, tourism(at)prcity(dot)com.

Great Western Bicycle Rally

May 25-28

Paso Robles Event Center

Gather some friends, hop on your bikes and get ready for a thrilling weekend of bicycling through the rolling hills of stunning Paso Robles. A variety of routes are geared for all levels of riders so everyone can join in. This is a fun and reasonably priced family vacation option. For more information and to register, call (866) 909-4927 or visit greatwesternbicyclerally.com.

JUNE ?
First Annual BBQ Fun Fest and Kids Day in the Park

June 1-3, 12 p.m. ? 8 p.m., June 3, 12 p.m. ? 6 p.m.

Downtown Paso Robles City Park

Get ready for the First Annual BBQ Fun Fest and Kids Day in the Park, a three-day event filled with mouthwatering BBQ, including pulled pork, turkey legs, chicken, tri-tip and sausage available for purchase as well as beer and wine. On Friday night guests can enjoy live music from Steve Sturgis & Roadhouse, with a special introduction by the Paso Robles High School Jazz Bank, followed by a BBQ Cook Off Contest on Saturday. Fun for the whole family, there will a giant bounce house for the kids to enjoy and a ?Kahuna Kids? Kids Day in the Park? on Saturday, featuring vendors, crafts and youth demonstrations. For more information, visit pasoroblesdowntown.org. Media Contact: Norma Moye, (805) 238-4103, mainstreet(at)tcsn(dot)net.

Model A and Model T Car Show

June 2, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Rios-Caledonia Adobe in San Miguel

Join the fun at this free event when the local antique car clubs exhibit their unique old Model A and Model T automobiles on the original old highway that runs in front of the Adobe. Vote for your favorite and participate in the 50-50 drawing. Added interests this year include the Santa Lucis Rockhounds showing their wares in the Information Center and Central Coast Lavender displaying and illustrating their fragrant lavender products. Food will be for sale by the “Three Amigos” – super cooks Terry Scantlin, and his wife, Mary, and Monica Cisneros. Dance to music by Ron Domingos and Friends and sip wine in the old bar in the Adobe by Tackitt Family Winery of San Miguel. For more information, call (805) 238-0506 or visit pasorobleschamber.org.

First Annual Firestone Walker Invitational Brewfest

June 9

Paso Robles Event Center

Gather around for some of the best breweries in the U.S. as they pour their finest beers at this inaugural festival, where the brewers will be on hand to talk about their beers. Some of the Central Coast?s finest restaurants and food providers will show off their culinary skills as they pair delicious foods with the featured brews. This event benefits the Pioneer Day committee, which is dedicated to the preservation of the unique history and culture of Paso Robles. For more information, visit firestonebeer.com.

NRCHA Derby

June 12-17, 8 a.m. daily

Paso Robles Event Center

The NRCHA (National Reined Cow Horse Association) Derby, celebrates the working cow horse by upholding vaquero traditions with exciting displays of horsemanship, training and spirit. For more information, call (580) 759-4949 or visit nrcha.com.

Concerts in the Park

June 15 ? August 24, Friday evenings from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.

Downtown City Park

Enjoy the sounds of live jazz, blues, rock, fusion and more at this free summer concert series in downtown Paso Robles. Savor a glass of J. Lohr wine for sale at the concert. Proceeds benefit the REC Foundation. For more information, visit travelpaso.com.

Trading Day and Kids Flea Market

June 23, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Downtown City Park

Find that coveted antique table or discover the perfect piece of artwork at this popular outdoor yard sale filled with collectibles and curiosities. Not be left out, children between third and eighth grades will learn the basics of entrepreneurship by selling their own items at the Kids Flea Market. For more information, call (805) 238-4103 or visit travelpaso.com.

-JULY-

Central Coast Shakespeare Festival

July 13 ? August 11

Friday & Saturday, 7:30 p.m. ? 9:30 p.m.; Sunday, 6 – 8 p.m.

River Oaks Amphitheater

Enjoy a summer of outdoor classical theater under the stars next to a beautiful lake. Be sure to bring low back lawn chairs or blankets and a picnic meal to enjoy during the show. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit centralcoastshakespeare.org.

Lavender Festival

July 14, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Downtown City Park

Relax and recharge your spirit at this fragrant festival. Indulge in lavender ice cream and unwind with body oils and bath products infused with this aromatic herb. Learn about lavender cultivation, distillation and sustainable farming practices from growers from around the country. Guests will also be treated to live music, a special children?s activities area, a juried arts show, a lavender tasting garden and complimentary samples and demonstrations. For more information, visit cclavenderfestival.com.

California Mid-State Fair

July 18-29

Paso Robles Event Center

This star-studded annual event features the brightest stars in show business. Past headliners include Aerosmith, Kid Rock, Alan Jackson, Jason Aldean, Stone Temple Pilots, Justin Bieber, and Selena Gomez, just to name a few. Accompanying the live music are carnival rides, fabulous fair food, and amazing Paso Robles wine, of course. For more information and to purchase tickets, call (800) 909-FAIR or visit midstatefair.com.

-AUGUST-

Winemakers? Cookoff

August 11, 6 – 9 p.m.

River Oaks Hot Springs

More than 30 winemakers will show off their culinary talents, pairing culinary creations with their finest wines to compete for the Judges? Choice and People?s Choice awards. Proceeds from this event support local high school seniors in need of financial assistance for college. For more information and to purchase tickets, call (877) 264-6979 or visit winemakerscookoff.com.    

Olive Festival

August 18, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Downtown City Park

Bring the family for a day of olive-inspired fun. Enjoy complimentary olive oil and olive product sampling (including olive oil ice cream!) from producers from all over California, a ?Culinary Row? filled with delectable local cuisine, local wine and beer tasting and an open olive dish cooking contest. For more information and to purchase tickets, call (805) 238-4103 or visit pasoroblesolivefestival.com.

Wine Country Auction

August 18

Join your favorite local winemakers for the Paso Robles Wine Country Auction as they bring out rare wines from within their cellars to be auctioned off. Held at Summerwood Winery, guests will gather for a delicious locally-inspired meal and a riveting evening of competing bids. Funds raised through the Wine Country Auctions will benefit San Luis Obispo County organizations that support healthcare, education and greater community services. Summerwood Winery, 2175 Arbor Road, (805) 239-8463, pasowine.com.

Paso Robles Classic Car Weekend

August 31 ? September 2

Downtown Paso Robles

A Paso Robles tradition, every Labor Day Weekend classic car owners converge on Paso Robles and fill the downtown. Classic Car Weekend includes a Friday Cruise, Saturday Car Show, and Sunday BBQ with live music. For more information, visit travelpaso.com.

About Paso Robles, CA

Nestled in the Santa Lucia Mountains of the Central California Coast midway between Los Angeles and San Francisco, Paso Robles is a welcoming retreat that offers the authentic California experience. The extensive variety of activities and experiences provide enjoyment for everyone including untouched natural beauty, more than 200 wineries, renowned cultural attractions including nearby Hearst Castle, a bounty of fresh cuisine supplied by local organic specialty farmers, ranchers and fisherman, first-class shopping, golf and entertainment, and much more. Visitors can choose from a wide selection of accommodations, from historic hotels and boutique inns to leading brand properties and affordable, family friendly motels. For information on how to make the most of your stay in Paso Robles and to order a free visitor guide, visit http://www.travelpaso.com, call (888) 988-PASO (7276) or email tourism(at)prcity(dot)com. For the latest news on the area, visit http://blog.travelpaso.com, join us on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/travelpaso and follow us on Twitter http://www.twitter.com/travelpaso.

About the Travel Paso Robles Alliance

The Travel Paso Robles Alliance (TPRA) was founded in 2008 by a group of 19 area hoteliers with the mission to market Paso Robles as world class visitor destination. The alliance offers information on the 1,100 luxury, specialty, value, and budget room choices available to visitors, as well upcoming events, leisure and group activities and specialty promotions. For more information on Paso Robles and to order a free visitor guide, visit http://www.travelpaso.com, call (888) 988-PASO (7276) or email tourism(at)prcity(dot)com. For the latest news on the area, visit http://blog.travelpaso.com, join us on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/travelpaso and follow us on Twitter http://www.twitter.com/travelpaso.

Hot Leathers, the industry leader in motorcycle apparel and accessories, is ready to motor into Pawtucket, RI for the McCoy Motorcycle & Classic Car Show as a sponsor. During this Saturday full of events and activities on May 12, 2012, you can be sure that Hot Leathers will have all the motorcycle gear you need. Come join us for great ride through the Blackstone Valley and experience a piece of American history. The child of the American and Industrial Revolution, the Blackstone River rides of Pawtucket, RI are rich with the American spirit.

Hot Leathers is proud to sponsor the McCoy Motorcycle & Classic Car Show, and its third year promises to be an amazing experience for bikers from up and down the eastern seaboard and all over the U.S. This fun family event features food, vendors and live music. Stop by the Hot Leathers tent for a chance to win t-shirts, jackets, vests, and more, with a spin on our prize wheel. You?ll find an impressive array of bikes and classic cars on display. See live music by Full Circle. Check out the scenic views and open spaces, enjoy great food from the many culinary favorites and bring along canned goods to enter your sweet ride for judging and support the Rhode Island Community Food Bank.

McCoy Motorcycle & Classic Car Show hours are 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, May 12th at McCoy Stadium. The Pawtucket Red Sox host a home baseball game that evening, with the first pitch against the Columbus Clippers scheduled for 6:05 p.m. For more information, including details on a free youth baseball clinic and a PawSox Photo Ball promotion, visit the team’s website at PawSox.com, and visit Hot Leathers on Twitter and Facebook for details on free tickets to the baseball game. Additional show sponsors include Progressive Insurance, Rhode Island Motorcycle Association, and R.I. Department of Transportation.

Hot Leathers? impressive selection of merchandise will be showcased so bikers can find great merchandise and ride in style everywhere they go. So if you?re planning on heading to the ballpark for all the festivities, make sure to keep an eye out for the distinctive and sizzling styles of Hot Leathers? one-of-a-kind merchandise.

Hot Leathers has been serving the motorcycle community for more than 25 years and is the leading motorcycle apparel and merchandiser in the country. Want to stay updated on all the Hot Leathers events, specials, follow the Hot Leathers trailers around the country and get the first glimpses of Officially Licensed Merchandise? Then be sure to ?Like? Hot Leathers on their Facebook Page at https://www.facebook.com/hotleathers. You can also follow them on Twitter at http://twitter.com/#!/HotLeathers.

When IMPACT Nutrition first arrived on the bodybuilding scene over a decade ago, there were only a few bodybuilding supplement companies around. Since then, the industry has boomed to the point where there are literally thousands of new companies popping up each year; most of them trying to mimic the success of those early leaders like EAS, Prolab, AST, IMPACT Nutrition and MuscleTECH.

But what really made these early innovators so successful was their desire to be different from each other. And what set IMPACT Nutrition apart from every other company in the late 1990?s was their cleverly designed custom ?Stacks.? Stacking is the practice of combining two or more bodybuilding supplements together to create a synergistic effect. It?s an exponential approach to reaching a specific bodybuilding goal. ?Stacking specialty supplements is much more efficient than taking ?all in one? type products. By stacking, you can control the dosages of each individual item separately.? says fitness guru Anthony Robbinson. ?The Pro Stack was the one that really put IMPACT Nutrition on the map. And now, some thirteen years later, the same stack is selling strong and still making serious bodybuilders out of regular gym rats.?

The IMPACT Pro Stack is a combination of three tried and true anabolic components; Equi-Bolan, Maxteron, and DermaGAIN. Each of them are designed to mimic the effects of a specific anabolic hormone; each with a unique purpose. And when you put them together they create a synergistic and powerful muscle building effect.

The cycle starts off with Equibolan, the bulking agent that is designed to help increase muscle size through improved stamina, oxygen utilization and optimal blood volume. These traits will allow a person to train harder and longer while ensuring that all the available dietary nutrients are delivered quickly to the muscle.

Maxteron is added toward the end of the cycle and used to harden, strengthen and solidify the new muscle growth. It also has some diuretic properties that will make the user lean out to create a very vascular look. Something that every bodybuilder dreams of!

DermaGAIN XLT, one of the most impressive of all the IMPACT Nutrition products, is used throughout the entire cycle to raise testosterone levels and improve recovery time between workouts. DermaGAIN XLT is unique because it is a topical delivery system that allows the user to rub it onto the areas they need it most.

Altogether this stack can be run for up to 12 consecutive weeks with a very low risk of side effect. The professionals at Zupplements.com, however, suggest no longer than 8 weeks at a time in order to prevent any receptor site burnout. Each cycle should be followed by a minimum of 4 weeks off.

As it may have already been implied, this stack is meant to be used by adult men. And as with all steroidal supplements, the IMPACT Pro Stack is only effective when used in conjunction with a weight training program and a high protein diet More information about this and many other bodybuilding supplement stacks can be found at Zupplements.com or calling the toll free phone number 1-888-987-7748

*** The statements above have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. The products mentioned are not designed to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

ConsumerBase LLC, a multi-channel list provider based in Evanston, IL, is announcing database upgrades for B2B agriculture industry mailing lists this week. Agricultural businesses and leaders impact politics, public health, social issues, and technology through the development and distribution of goods intended for consumption. As a result, this industry is a critical target for many B2B direct marketing campaigns.

Advancing technologies and a renewed focus on organic techniques and products brought new interest to the field in recent years. Food production businesses, or agribusinesses, include farming, machinery, distribution, supply, chemicals and more. B2B direct marketers promote products and services to farmers, executives, scientists, and other agricultural professionals to improve profitability and productivity or enhance existing technologies.

ConsumerBase data and services allow direct marketing clients to find the appropriate target audience for their campaigns and achieve the best value for the investment. The high level of selectability per mailing list creates ideal files for running comprehensive and effective marketing campaigns.

?Quality agriculture data provides our clients with extensive opportunities for promoting their businesses,? says Larry Organ, CEO of ConsumerBase. ?As the agricultural industry continues to grow and improve, so does the opportunity for direct marketing innovation and success.?

Agricultural mailing lists available on ConsumerBase include but are not limited to:

Agricultural Services – 234,354

Agricultural Crop Producers – 221,143

Top Agricultural Executives – 140,869

Agricultural Farmers in Indiana – 36,991

About ConsumerBase

ConsumerBase provides multi-channel direct marketing services with a specialty in postal, email, and telephone solutions. Encompassing the entire lifecycle of customer information, ConsumerBase services focus on acquiring and retaining customers, validating, cleaning, and enhancing customer data, and improving the overall performance of marketing communications.

ConsumerBase is an Evanston-based multi-channel mailing list company. The company was founded in 2001 and is based in Evanston, Illinois. ConsumerBase operates as a subsidiary of Organ Worldwide LLC.

Contact:

Kathryn Fallucco, Media Editor

ConsumerBase LLC

http://www.ConsumerBase.com

Sarasota Florida Beach Bar is pleased to present the Top 10 Florida Beach Bars for 2012. Jimmy B’s Beach Bar, St. Pete Beach, won best overall beach bar for the second year in a row. Jimmy B’s was the top vote getter and has a 5 Flamingo beach bar rating, the highest available from Florida Beach Bar.

Shephard’s Beach Resort Backyard Tiki Bar, Clearwater Beach, placed second and was chosen the Best Beachside Beach Bar for the second year in a row. Paradise Bar and Grill, Pensacola Beach, moved from 9th place last year to third place for 2012. Paradise Bar and Grill was chosen Best Waterside Beach Bar for 2012. The TOP Ten Best Florida Beach Bar list included five repeat and five new winners.

                                             2012 Top 10 Florida Beach Bars

                    1. Jimmy B’s Beach Bar, St. Pete Beach

                    2. Shephard’s Beach Resort Backyard Tiki Bar, Clearwater Beach

                    3. Paradise Bar & Grill, Pensacola Beach

                    4. Racing’s North Turn, Ponce Inlet

                    5. Bongos Beach Bar and Grille, St. Pete Beach

                    6. Harry’s Beach Bar, St. Pete Beach

                    7. The Golden Lion Cafe, Flagler Beach

                    8. Boston’s on the Beach, Delray Beach

                    9. Flora-Bama Lounge & Package, Perdido Key

                 10. Sandshaker Lounge, Pensacola Beach

Thousands of votes were cast on FloridaBeachBar.com for over 200 competing bars. Rating was determined by combining number of votes from the Florida Beach Bar web site with Florida Beach Bar?s Pink Flamingo Rating. Florida Beach Bar’s rating criteria includes the amount of live entertainment, proximity to the beach, food, beverages and a list of judging criteria. The two numbers were combined using a proprietary formula to create the Top 10 Florida Beach Bars for 2012.

Top voting Florida Beach Bar Towns were St. Pete Beach, Pensacola Beach, and Ponce Inlet. Voting was driven by both the number of bars in a location and the loyalty patrons have to their favorite beach bar.

                             2012 Beach Bar Towns (based on total votes)

         1. St. Pete Beach    6. Panama City Beach

         2. Pensacola Beach    7. Delray Beach

                     3. Clearwater Beach    8. Treasure Island

         4. Ponce Inlet                    9. Perdido Key

                     5. Flagler Beach                 10. Siesta Key

FloridaBeachBar.com is the top online directory for Florida?s beach bars. The site includes lists, reviews, and maps and rates Florida beach bars on or near the beach or water. Each beach bar listing includes contact information, pictures, rating, and maps. John and Chris Sancin, the company owners, have visited over 250 beach bars from the Florida Panhandle to the Florida Keys and from the east coast of Florida to the West Coast.

For more information about the top Florida Beach Bars, visit FloridaBeachBar.com/Top10.

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Considered the chef in the family? Appreciate a nice glass of wine with your food? Time to add some ?kick? to cooking and we?re not talking about spices. Adams Media announces ?Never Cook Sober Cookbook? by Stacy Laabs and Sherri Field. You must be 21 years and older to read this no-booze-barred guide. Laabs and Fields state, ?Every meal you make is a hangover waiting to happen.?

In ?Never Cook Sober Cookbook?, Laabs and Field prove cooking is a lot more fun when done sauced. They believe every happy chef?s secret is booze not baking. The book has elegant and simple meals. This is not a normal cookbook, yet a lot more fun. ?Never Cook Sober Cookbook? also has funny alcohol related quotes, funny facts about alcohol and alcohol laws. Be careful in about a breathalyzer before serving the meal.

Prepare to unlock the liquor cabinet and get ready to stir and not shake such liquored-up recipes for 21 years and older such as Morning After Mango Rum Breakfast Burrito, Peanut Butter and Grape Vodka Jelly Sandwich, Bottoms Up Mudslide Smoothie, Tipsy Tequila Lime Chicken Tacos and much more.

?Never Cook Sober Cookbook? has 100 mouthwatering, palate pleasing appetizers, entrees, sides and desserts guaranteed to get your taste buds buzzin?. All the ingredients needed to drive family and friends to drink ? one drunken dish at a time. They?ll be asking for refills and requesting the recipes.

?Never Cook Sober Cookbook? can be pre-ordered through Amazon.com. If interested in interviewing the authors, contact them through their site at http://www.nevercooksober.com.

About Stacy Laabs and Sherri Field

Stacy Laabs began a lifelong appreciation for wines and liquors after taking a bartending course at the age of twenty-one, combining her two interests into inventive recipes.

Sherri Field enjoys home brewing and wine making. She grew up with lively family adventures at restaurants involving the appreciation of great spicy food, family, and great-tasting margaritas.

Contact: info(at)nevercooksober(dot)com

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10Rate reviewers and staff selected 10 of the best hand mixers for 2012, assigning each a numerical rating as well as awarding three models that stood out for quality, value, and budget. Testing and consideration for this Hand Mixers Top 10 list was given based on this set of seven criteria:

1. Wattage of motor

2. Number of speeds

3. Cleanliness when mixing

4. Weight and handle grip

5. Durability and strength of beaters

6. Ease of cleaning

7. Available accessories like whisks, dough hooks, and milkshake mixers

8. Value and price

The annual Best Hand Mixer 2012 awards list was headed by the Hamilton Beach 62676, winning the Best Value spot and an 8.5 out of 10 rating. The review noted several strengths of the hand mixer as follows: ?The special slow setting is gentle enough not to splatter flour or other light mixtures all over the countertop. Its handy attachments, the wire beaters, whisk, and milkshake stirrer, all fit conveniently in a snap-on storage case. Even more handy is the compartment that holds the power cord and keeps it from dangling on the counter and in your food.?

10rate’s editors also gave the Best Quality hand mixer award to the Cuisinart HM-70 in the second place spot. Also with a rating of 8.5 out of 10, the review boasted, ?The white handle is easy to grip, whether you?re right- or left-handed, and a shiny chrome band around the base adds an attractive touch. The accessories, the beaters, whisk, and spatula, are dishwasher friendly. Starting out at the lowest setting for a gentle stir, it slides easily into higher speeds with a simple lever.?

Additionally, the Best Budget award from the Top 10 Best Hand Mixers list went to the Proctor Silex 62535, for which 10rate noted, ?The beaters tend to get clogged with heavier substances like cookie batter. Still, there are several features to like with this model. The beaters are large, sturdy chrome. You can rest the mixer against the bowl when you step away or to give your hand a break. The mixer is very lightweight, however, with an ergonomic handle. Best of all, it doesn?t splatter food all over the counter with its lightest speed.?

Hamilton Beach and Cuisinart were both featured for multiple models each in 10rate’s Hand Mixer Reviews. Though the brand itself was only featured for a single model, a Kitchenaid Mixer, the KHM5APWH Hand Mixer, earned a respectable 7 out of 10 rating for which the review had this to say: ?Available in a bold red as well as standard black and white, this KitchenAid hand mixer gives a satisfactory mixing performance with its five speeds. For the power its motor provides, the machine is relatively quiet. The plain ergonomic design is one of the nicest aspects of this model: Lightweight and easy to grip, your arm doesn?t get tired from holding it a long time. When you do need to set it down, it rests securely on its heel, and you can position the beaters over the bowl to catch any drips.?

10rate.com conducts reviews in various product and services categories and publishes ?Expert Top 10 Lists for Everything in your life.? The company’s web site strives to ?Make it Easy? to select from the hundreds of choices there are in the product and service market place. All products and services are thoroughly researched by the company’s expert editors prior to receiving a rating on a 1-10 scale. In addition to product reviews the company’s editors write guidelines, buying guides and articles on various topics surrounding each product or service category covered to help educate the consumer.

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BASF, the world?s leading supplier of chemical innovations for the construction industry, will showcase advances in energy-efficient, durable and sustainable high-performance construction materials during the American Institute of Architects (AIA) National Convention and Design Exposition at booth #803 from May 17-19, at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington D.C.

?BASF?s ?intelligent? high-performance solutions are the answer to future design challenges,? said Beate Ehle, Executive Vice President, BASF Corporation and President, Market and Business Development for BASF in North America. ?Used for generations in landmarks such as the Hoover Dam, the Statue of Liberty, the Empire State Building and most recently One World Trade Center, BASF solutions enable creation of smarter, more efficient buildings, and save time, money and precious resources.?

Featured innovations will include:

Basotect® G+

A new grade of lightweight, sound-absorbing, fiber-free melamine foam, Basotect G+ is used in room acoustic applications. Basotect G+ meets the strict emission requirements of the California Section 01350, which fulfills indoor air emissions for California Collaborative for High Performing Schools (CHPS) and several LEED® criteria, with 35 percent coverage of the ceiling.

Carlisle?s Sure-White? EPDM FleeceBACK? membrane, FAST? Adhesive and SPF-245 with BASF spray foam

This unique roofing system delivers superior performance for wind-uplift resistance and waterproofing, and maximizes energy efficiency by eliminating thermal bridging of insulation joints and fasteners.

Consistent Concrete Value Tool (CCVT)

Developed to model the dollar savings potential a concrete producer can achieve with more consistent concrete, the CCVT uses producer inputs and market data to help concrete producers engineer the most cost-efficient mix.

Pozzolith® 700N

A water-reducing admixture, Pozzolith® 700N is specially formulated to reduce concrete setting time, helping concrete producers promote sustainable mixtures that offer the characteristics that engineers expect.

Quick Corner? 6

This one-piece corner insert made from BASF Wall Systems? sheathing fabric is designed to provide seamless corner reinforcement and moisture protection for windows, a critical area of the building envelope.

Chroma Finish

A high-chroma, fade-resistant finish for stucco and exterior insulation finishing systems (EIFS), Chroma Finish is designed to produce strong, intense colors typical of those used in corporate identity campaigns or on any job where vivid color with increased color retention is desired.

MASTERTOP® VB 240 FS

A moisture-mitigation solution for use with resinous flooring systems, MASTERTOP VB 240 FS is a high-performance epoxy coating that bonds aggressively to concrete for long-lasting floor installations.

Tinuvin® 1600

Tinuvin 1600 is an ultraviolet (UV) light absorber that extends the durability and life expectancy of architectural and automotive glazing applications, window films, displays, protective films, photovoltaics and other products exposed to intense UV light.

BASF is a leader in the construction industry. With more than 600 products serving 75 construction product categories, they offer the broadest portfolio of products used directly on construction sites, or integrated into other products, to improve the performance of construction projects.

For more information on BASF?s commitment to energy-efficient, durable and sustainable high-performance construction or to learn more about any of the products featured above, please visit http://www.basf.us/construction.

To schedule a booth visit during AIA, please contact Mary MacLeod-Jones at 207-222-2774 or mary(at)holdfastcomm(dot)com.

BASF ? The Chemical Company

BASF Corporation, headquartered in Florham Park, New Jersey, is the North American affiliate of BASF SE, Ludwigshafen, Germany. BASF has more than 16,000 employees in North America, and had sales of $ 19.9 billion in 2011. For more information about BASF?s North American operations, visit http://www.basf.us.

BASF is the world?s leading chemical company: The Chemical Company. Its portfolio ranges from chemicals, plastics, performance products and crop protection products to oil and gas. We combine economic success, social responsibility and environmental protection. Through science and innovation we enable our customers in almost all industries to meet the current and future needs of society. Our products and system solutions contribute to conserving resources, ensuring healthy food and nutrition and helping to improve the quality of life. We have summed up this contribution in our corporate purpose: We create chemistry for a sustainable future. BASF posted sales of about ?73.5 billion in 2011 and had more than 111,000 employees as of the end of the year. Further information on BASF is available on the Internet at http://www.basf.com.

Basotect®, Pozzolith®, MASTERTOP® and Tinuvin® are registered trademarks of BASF.

Carlisle?, Sure-White?, FleeceBACK? and FAST? are trademarks of Carlisle.

Quick Corner? is a trademark of BASF.

LEED® is a registered trademark of the United States Green Building Council (USGBC).

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Quality Move Management (QMM), Allied Van Lines Inc. largest cross border mover, announces the launch of the 2012 Best Restaurant of Vancouver Social Media Contest on their Facebook page. QMM has picked some of the best restaurants in Vancouver for customers and fans to vote on starting today through May 18. The winning restaurant will be awarded QMM?s inaugural title and one person who votes for the winning restaurant will be randomly picked to win a $ 150 gift certificate to eat there.

QMM selected the following ten Vancouver based restaurants based on several factors including reputation, food category, local buzz and individual awards.

    Bao Bei Chinese Brasserie
    Blue Water Café + Raw Bar
    Glowbal Grill & Satay Bar
    Lift Bar Grill View Restaurant
    Lupo Restaurant + Vinoteca
    La Terrazza
    ORU Cuisine
    Provence Marinade
    Simply Thai
    Q4 Ristorante

?We have been a part of the Vancouver community since 1996 and are proud about all that it offers,? said Quality Move Management President & CEO Kevin St. George. ?This promotion is our way to help continue promoting the best of Vancouver for those who call it home like us. We hope to take this promotion and celebrate other business categories throughout the year.?

The contest runs from Monday, May 7th to Friday May 18th at midnight PST. To vote, you must become a fan of the QMM Facebook Page at http://www.facebook.com/QMMVancouverAllied and then vote for your favorite restaurant. Each valid Facebook Profile can vote each day during the promotion for one or all of the restaurants. The winning restaurant and individual winner will be announced the week of May 21, 2012. Promotion details and rules can be found on the Facebook fan page.

Quality Move Management Inc. has offices and warehouses in Vancouver, Calgary and Edmonton and specializes in corporate moving services as well as local and long-distance consumer moving. For more information about Quality Move Management, visit http://www.QMM.com.

About Allied Van Lines

Established in 1928, Allied Van Lines, with more than 400 agent locations in North America, is an experienced leader in household goods moving and specialized transportation services. Allied is one of the world?s largest moving companies and one of the established global brands of SIRVA, Inc., a leader in providing relocation services to corporations, consumers and governments around the world. For more information about Allied Van Lines, visit http://www.allied.com. Allied Van Lines, Inc., U.S. DOT No. 076235

About SIRVA, Inc.

SIRVA, Inc. is a leading provider of relocation solutions to a well-established and diverse customer base around the world. The Company handles all aspects of relocation, including home purchase and home sale services, household goods moving, mortgage services, and home closing and settlement services. SIRVA conducts more than 300,000 relocations per year, transferring corporate and government employees in addition to individual consumers. SIRVA?s well-recognized brands include Allied, Allied International, Allied Pickfords, Allied Special Products, DJK Residential, Global, northAmerican, northAmerican International, SIRVA Mortgage, SIRVA Move Management, SIRVA Relocation and SIRVA Settlement. More information about SIRVA can be found on the Company’s Web site at http://www.sirva.com.

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Rising GDP growth, burgeoning population, greater disposable income, and increasing consumer spending are combining to drive the global retail industry and opportunities for retail segment players. The market is forecast to reach an estimated $ 20,002 billion in 2017 with a CAGR of 3.9% over the next six years (2012?2017).

Lucintel, a leading global management consulting and market research firm, has analyzed the global retail industry and presents its findings in ?Global Retail Industry Analysis 2012-2017: Industry Trend, Profit and Forecast Analysis.?

The retail industry comprises establishments engaged in selling merchandise or commodities for personal or household consumption, mainly consisting of apparel and accessories, technology, food and beverages, home improvement, specialty pharmaceuticals, and others. Recently, as developed nations begin to emerge from recession, their economies recover, and unemployment rates begin to fall, the market segments are experiencing some renewed growth.

As indicated in Lucintel?s study, the retail industry is highly fragmented and is dependent on macroeconomic factors such as GDP, disposable income, and consumer spending.Asia Pacific (APAC) dominates the industry, representing 35% of the global market. The APAC retail industry is expected to drive the market and grow at the highest rate among all regions during the forecast period of 2012?2017.

The global economic recession, inflation, and high unemployment rates are some of the challenges that are negatively affecting the retail industry. Conversely, some factors that are likely to boost sales in the industry include urbanization, technological growth, increase in product demand and selection, and the continued popularity of online purchasing. A combination of factors such as demographics and consumer spending habits impacts market dynamics significantly.

This study provides a concise overview of the global retail industry. The report tracks seven market segments across four regions, North America, Europe, APAC, and Rest of World (ROW); thus, it tracks 28 segments of the global retail Industry. It helps executives plan for their inventory and resources.

For a detailed table of contents and pricing information on these timely, insightful reports, contact Lucintel at +1-972-636-5056 or via email at helpdesk(at)lucintel(dot)com. Lucintel provides cutting-edge decision support services that facilitate critical decisions with greater speed, insight, and cost efficiency.