New York City, NY (PRWEB) November 9, 2007 - "Edges," a story of a young girl's sexual awakening in 1963 Palestine/Israel, has gone into a third printing. This novel was edited and published by the late Grace Paley for her own imprint at Glad Day Books. Author Leora Skolkin-Smith has written a special Afterword in commemoration to Grace Paley included in this new edition.

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"Edges" is a dark and penetrating look at pre-1967 Israel and Palestine through the eyes of a 14-year-old Liana Bialik. After her American father's suicide, Liana's Jerusalem-born mother decides to take Liana and her sister back to her homeland, where her family had lived for four generations. Once they get to Israel Liana, who feels overwhelmed and suffocated by her mother, begins to detach herself from her. She embarks on a mission of self-discovery to learn why her mother does not speak about her father and why he took his own life. Edges is well-written, powerful in both imagery and subject matter..."

--Jewish Book World, Spring 2006

Vol. 24, Number 1

The temp may be down outside, but New York City Pride heats up Krash New York, New York City's newest Friday nite hotspot for the gay and gay friendly crowd. Krash made a move to Deep nightclub seven months ago after an eleven-year run in Queens and on Friday, February 4th, DJ, Mixmaster, Remixer, Producer Glenn Friscia and his friends and fans will celebrate during this not-to-be-missed" soiree as hundreds of dance musics A-list and party people hit the dance floor for his birthday party. According to Krash New York promoters JR, Tommy, Mark Nelson and Cynthia Russo, This is a party you wont want to miss"!

Professionals and entrepreneurs who want to learn to leverage the marketing power of the Internet, may be chosen as The Blog Squad's "Ideal Client" and eligible for free mentoring on a 13 week radio show, Blogging and Beyond. The radio show debuts January 11, Thursdays at 11 a.m. ET and runs through April 5.

Blogging experts Patsi Krakoff, Psy. D. and Denise Wakeman will showcase their winning client and walk him or her through the steps to set up a blog, a newsletter, a shopping cart, and other Internet tools during the 13 week show.

FOLIOfn will be a sponsor of a major investment education conference called InvestEd in Costa Mesa, Ca. The conference--scheduled for August 18-19--will attract about 300 officers of investment clubs representing thousands of members in investment clubs from across the country. They will gather for a weekend of seminars about the latest trends in better investing, including stock analysis, software and portfolio strategies.

FOLIOfn (www.foliofn.com) is an innovative online brokerage firm based in the Washington, DC metro area, ideally suited to meeting the needs of individual investors. Its unique, patented Folio Investing enables investors to create their own Folios--much like creating a personalized ETF or mutual fund. This affords significant tax advantages, ability to customize, transparency, and lower costs, while allowing for proper diversification. Investors can also choose from over 75 Ready-To-Go (RTG) Folios, representing different market indices, sectors, geographic locations and asset classes. In addition, investors can purchase investment vehicles such as mutual funds and ETFs cost-effectively, thanks to the platform. The FOLIOfn platform allows for commission-free investing for a low monthly fee, as well as dollar-based and fractional share investing.

Doherty Employer Services, a Human Resources Outsourcing company, is pleased to announce that Minnesota Bound's wildlife and environmental activist, Ron Schara has signed on as the company's official spokesperson. Raven has also signed on as the Doherty's official spokesdog.

"It is a natural match having a client tell our story to the public," says Valerie Doherty, CEO of Doherty Employer Services. "Ron's public reputation as a business owner, outdoor expert and environmental activist represent Doherty's mission and values."

Satuit Technologies, a leader in customer relationship management (CRM) solutions for the professional investment market, today announced that Capital Dynamics has selected SatuitCRM software to facilitate the progress and organization of its sales, marketing and client services teams.

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SatuitCRM provides a single interface solution that will help Capital Dynamics manage its tightly targeted marketing database, long and information intensive sales cycles, and high touch business-to-business clients.

The Home of Life Church and Community Development Corporation hosted an awards ceremony for the South Side Community Organization tonight. An overflow crowd of nearly 1,000 people watched as Commissioner Robert Shaw, Alderman Patrick J. OConner and Pastor Johnny Henderson received awards for their contributions to the community.

Less than 500 hundred people were expected to show up for the event, which was scheduled to take place in the conference hall of the Home of Life Church. The surprising turnout forced the event to take place downstairs in the Sanctuary. The first award was given to Pastor Johnny Henderson for Man of the Year, who is credited with founding the Home of Life organization that now offers childcare and head start, job programs and training for ex-offenders, in addition to assistance with affordable housing for low-income families. In his speech, the Pastor noted he was looking forward to opening a grocery store, a separate school, and a gymnasium over the next year. He also gave credit to Cano Publishing Company and it's CEO, Dr. Anthony Zamora, which was chosen to partner with the community organization to enable their goals. Dr. Zamora, caught unaware, gave an impromptu speech on behalf of his company, seconding the drastic yet positive changes he hopes to foster in this impoverished community.

CMS Derfler Associates (Formerly Alvairi-Derfler Associates), a Media and Technology Services Company today announced the merger of operating divisions to more effectively serve the unique needs of clients in the media, technology and advertising communities. The most noticeable difference is the streamlined company name that gives equal visibility to the publishing and consulting divisions.

The CMS NewsLine division has continued to grow its subscriber base. At the same time our consulting arm (Alvairi)-Derfler Associates has shifted more resources towards the technology, media and advertising sectors." said Greg Kalsow, managing partner. Our new corporate name more accurately expresses the balance in our business" he continued.

It all started with a dream shared by two designers, combining over 30 years experience. This dream is cherished by every little girl and every woman in the world, from the day they are born through their adult lives every one of them secretly dreams about becoming a princess; walking through a room full of people and feeling glamorously sexy and beautiful.

Ricochet Swimwear was born!

It took over two years of sourcing every part of the world to bring together the finest components to put together the collection that would make the dream come true. They have combined the most luxurious fabrics like; hand beaded crochets, ultra soft touch lycras and lacoste patterned weaves. To intricately embellish those fabrics they purchased precious and rare stones, metals and chose the most beautiful and unique shells.

Going back to their storyboards they began designing form-fitting, enhancing, slimming and flattering swimwear silhouettes. But they didn't stop there! Each collection was expanded to include magnificent hand crocheted cover-ups and unique jewelry ensembles. Looking at their creative accomplishments, the temptation to make their collections available to as many women as possible was too strong so they decided to price the collection with-in a competitive and afforadable price-range.

For its customers that demand top performance and massive storage capacity in a rackmount server, ComputerRentals.com (www.computerrentals.com) now rents the latest generation of Xserve. Apple's industry-leading, high-density 1U server is a must for visual effects companies who require increasingly sophisticated processing solutions for their render farms, as well as motion graphics, animation and digital content projects. These companies rely on ComputerRentals.com to deliver Xserve rental solutions.

M*A*S*H star Mike "BJ" Farrell, author of Just Call Me Mike, A Journey to Actor and Activist, will be a keynoter at the second San Francisco Writing for Change Conference. The other keynoter will be Gay Hendricks, author of the bestseller Conscious Loving, Saturday and Sunday, August 16 and 17, at the Hotel Kabuki. Registration, $395, includes two breakfasts, two lunches, the keynote talks, more than 35 breakout sessions, and social events. Writers can register online and learn more at www.sfwritingforchange.org, 415-673-0939, or by writing to 1029 Jones St., San Francisco, 94109.

Solar Innovations, Inc., a custom manufacturer of residential and commercial sunrooms, skylights, greenhouses, conservatories, folding, sliding, and tilting glass doors, walls, windows, and screens, explains the health benefits of sunrooms.

Further research in the health and wellness industry has recently confirmed the health benefits of sun exposure and its interaction with the body. However, many Americans, with the increased use of in-home technology, are choosing to stay indoors when relaxing and enjoying free time.

adidas_1, the World’s First Intelligent Shoe, is already smarter. Beginning November 25, an upgraded version of the shoe will be available, called adidas_1, intelligence level 1.1 http://www.adidas-1.com.

The revolutionary technology of the adidas_1 adapted itself in real time to find the right cushioning level, whatever the runner’s weight, surface or pace. The higher intelligence level 1.1 makes the shoe better, stronger and faster.

It’s better because there is an increased range of cushioning, meaning the shoe can become even softer or firmer. It’s stronger because there is a new motor with 153 percent more torque. And it’s faster because the shoe has been reprogrammed based on extensive research, to find 00004000 the right level of cushioning even more quickly.

The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) Research Committee has called for a higher level of funding for research that will advance building design, technology and operations that minimize environmental and human health impacts. A new report published by the Committee, Green Building Research Funding: An Assessment of Current Activity in the United States (http://www.usgbc.org/ShowFile.aspx?DocumentID=2465), finds that research related to high-performance green building practices and technologies amounts to only 0.2% of all Federally funded research -- an annual average of $193 million per year (2002-2005) and only 0.02% of the estimated value of annual U.S. building construction and renovation. Meanwhile, building operation consumes 40% of energy and 71% of the electricity in the U.S., and accounts for 38% of the country's carbon dioxide emissions, which is directly influencing global climate change. The building sector requires exponential performance improvements pursuant to its critical role in environmental problems and solutions, and funding for research, development and deployment activities must be significantly expanded to meet this need.

Whether you've been doing yoga for years or just began recently, the time to go deeper may be here. Whether you teach others in a local class or practice alone in your own living space, you can take it higher. You can make it a vacation that you can take home with you. A yoga retreat vacation works from the inside out. And the wonderful feeling lasts longer. The return airport trek and the first visit with your boss can't take it away from you.

"Yoga retreats are awaiting you around the world," says Adam Longfellow of AllStays.com. "We have compiled a list of some highly recommended ones all over the globe. (http://www.allstays.com/yoga/yoga-retreats.htm) You can stay in a variety of places in the U.S. or wander to Bali or Costa Rica or India." You may want to just stay a few days to get away and get refreshed. Or you may choose to stay a few weeks to return to your world at another level. To enjoy a full vacation, think about yoga retreats that focus on your mind and spirituality. Some give you plenty of free time and a location that bodes well for sightseeing or doing absolutely nothing at all. The choice is yours.

Through the end of 2006, Slide-Lok is offering free Slat-Wall and Slat-Wall accessories with the purchase of select garage storage systems. By offering Slat-Wall and Slat-Wall accessories through this outstanding promotion, Slide-Lok has paved the way for an aggressive launch of its newest garage storage system. The new Slat-Wall organization system is the perfect accompaniment to Slide-Lok's plywood constructed garage cabinets and garage storage systems.

For a limited time, Slide-Lok is offering free Slat-Wall products with the purchase of any of its six most popular garage storage cabinet systems. Customers will receive free Slat-Wall wall storage products having a retail value in excess of $250.00 with the purchase of any of these six garage storage systems. Brian Strayer, Slide-Lok's president, stated, "The holiday season is around the corner. Many of us have the challenge of buying a gift for the person who has everything and nowhere to store it. This holiday season, why not give the gift of storage?"

Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Crush: and Other Love Poems for Girls by Jodie Toohey, which is the author's most recent book to date. The 5 x 8 Paperback in the Poetry category is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes & Noble for a suggested retail price of $9.95. The webpage at www.outskirtspress.com/JToohey was launched simultaneously with the book's publication.



About the Book (Excerpts & Info)

As a girl herself, the author understands how isolating feelings of love and pain of rejection can be for young girls. Friends seem much more interested in keeping track of "who loves who" and the identity of many crushes remain a secret. Family members either seem to adopt the "isn't that cute" stance or tease. But, these feelings are real and significantly shape lives, teaching a great deal about self, life dreams, and qualities needed in a lifetime mate. Crush and Other Love Poems for Girls is written simply and honestly exploring the good and bad of romantic relationships while providing an uplifting and wholesome message. Countless pre-teen and teen girls can benefit from this wholesome, uplifting book of love poetry; the first of its kind directed specifically to them. For more sample text, visit www.jodiet.com.

Deftly constructed at 92 pages, Crush: and Other Love Poems for Girls is being aggressively promoted to appropriate markets with a focus on the Poetry category. With U.S. wholesale distribution through Ingram and Baker & Taylor, and pervasive online availability through Amazon, Barnes & Noble and elsewhere, Crush meets consumer demand through both retail and library markets with a suggested retail price of $9.95.

Patient Placement Systems announced today the launch of Web-to-Referral, a feature that further enhances the Web-based Referral Management System for automating patient admissions. Web-to-Referral allows continuing care providers to instantly receive referrals and inquiries directly into Referral Management System that were submitted through forms on their Web sites.

"We are pleased to offer the efficient Web-to-Referral tool to our Referral Management System subscribers," said Patient Placement System President Eric Christ. "Capturing Web referrals instantly and effortlessly translates to quicker response times and greater revenue potential. Admissions teams will receive an alert of the new Web referral, and with the referral already entered into the system, the staff can immediately assign and track approval activity to streamline the entire admissions process."

Oasis Diagnostics® Corporation ("Oasis") (http://www.4saliva.com), a rapidly emerging innovator in the field of saliva based diagnostic products, has received an investment award from a noted organization devoted to helping visionary entrepreneurs in the Pacific Northwest.

Oasis was selected by the Zino Society from among 12 candidates whose commitment to new technology stands out in the crowd. As part of the award, Oasis receives $50,000, important connections to accredited investors and support in the form of educational tools and resources that will support its growth. The award was announced March 24 during a ceremony at the Seattle Harbor Club.

A new jewel in the treasure chest. Lisbon's freshly launched Heritage Av. Libertade Hotel is now officially a member of Epoque Hotels' ever-increasing assortment of luxury boutique hotels. Designed by acclaimed Portuguese architect Miguel Câncio Martins, the Heritage Av. Libertade Hotel seamlessly blends intimate and relaxing atmospheres with ultra-modern electric energy.

The Heritage Av. Libertade opened its gates in July 2006, right on Lisbon's main boulevard - the Avenida Liberdade, which descends to the Rossio, the Praça do Commercio and the Tagus river, in the heart of the city. Câncio Martins, a true master decorator of nightclubs and bars, is an exceptional interior designer: his projects are present in all major cities worldwide, London, Paris, New York, you name it. With his hip new lounge style, Câncio Martins combines colors and sounds, creating just the right ambiance to favor interaction.