Interstate Hotels & Resorts Expands Joint Venture, Acquires Orlando, Fla. Hotel

Expanding its joint venture with Waramaug Hospitality, Interstate Hotels & Resorts announces its sixth acquisition with Waramaug Hospitality LLC and a private investment group of the 382-room Sheraton Orlando North Hotel effective May 22, 2013.  Hospitality Funding LLC, a Palm Beach, Fla.-headquartered boutique investment advisory firm, advised the buyer group on the transaction. The hotel, managed by Interstate under a long-term agreement, will immediately undergo a comprehensive $4.1 million renovation encompassing a property-wide refresh of the guestrooms, hallways, public areas, lobby, food and beverage outlets and meetings spaces.

“Part of Interstate’s success is attributed to the strategic relationships the Company has fostered throughout the industry, and joint ventures like our agreement with Waramaug are evidence of these solid connections,” said Jim Abrahamson, Interstate’s chief executive officer. “This is our sixth agreement with Waramaug – the second in 2013 – and Interstate is enthusiastic to maximize this hotel’s potential and profitability for our investment partners.”

“With significant hotel transition experience worldwide, we’re confident that Interstate’s ignition process, our proprietary property transition program, along with our experienced operators and regional corporate teams will produce a seamlessly executed conversion,” said Leslie Ng, Interstate’s chief investment officer. “With the planned renovations and strong market projections, we’re eager to lead the Sheraton Orlando North Hotel to a successful bottom line.”

“The fundamentals are strong in this market and we anticipate a significant upside potential, especially with the upcoming refresh,” said Paul Nussbaum, Waramaug’s chief executive officer. “Working with Interstate has proven successful in the last five endeavors and we’re eager to see the Sheraton Orlando North Hotel gain more market share.”

The Sheraton Orlando North Hotel features a glass-domed atrium with a captivating waterfall surrounded by tropical foliage. With 382 guestrooms, 14,000 square feet of meeting space including a 7,500 square foot ballroom, four dining options, an outdoor pool with water feature, a concierge floor with private Club Lounge, fitness center and Link@Sheraton business center, the hotel invites travelers to relax in warm ambiance and Sheraton Sweet Sleeper(TM) beds.

For more information about the Sheraton Orlando North Hotel, visit www.sheratonorlandonorth.com or call 1-800-325-3535 for reservations.

About Interstate Hotels & Resorts
Interstate Hotels & Resorts, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of a 50/50 joint venture between subsidiaries of Thayer Lodging and Jin Jiang, is the leading U.S.-based global hotel management company, operating branded full- and select-service hotels and resorts, convention centers and independent hotels worldwide.  Interstate and its affiliates manage 353 hotels with more than 67,000 rooms in North America, Europe and Asia-Pacific, including six wholly owned hotels. In addition, Interstate has executed agreements to manage 38 hotels with more than 7,300 rooms under construction or development throughout the world.  For more information, please visitwww.interstatehotels.com. Connect with Interstate at www.linkedin.com/company/interstate-hotels-resortswww.facebook.com/InterstateHotels, and http://jobs.interstatehotels.com.

About Waramaug Hospitality LLC and Waramaug Hospitality Asset Management LLC
Waramaug Hospitality LLC, headed by Chief Executive Officer Paul Nussbaum, founder of Patriot American Hospitality, is an active acquirer of hotels internationally. Waramaug Hospitality Asset Management LLC, the asset management affiliate of Waramaug Hospitality, has in-depth capabilities and experience in hotel asset management and renovation. Jay Litt, a former Executive Vice President of Wyndham International, leads the company’s asset management responsibilities.

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MOZO Shoes® Announces Its Second Collaboration With Acclaimed Chef, Restaurateur, And Author Marcus Samuelsson

MOZO SHOES 125TH STREET COLLECTIONMOZO® Shoes, creator of innovative footwear for culinary professionals and a division of Deckers Outdoor Corporation (NASDAQGS: DECK) reveals its second creative collaboration with famed restaurateur, chef, and author Marcus Samuelsson. The new style-forward line, the 125(th) Street Collection, is now available nationwide via select retailers and online at www.Zappos.com. Continue reading

Take A Joy Ride This Summer With Baby-G!

Baby-G Mixes It Up With Joyrich on a New Collaboration Timepiece

Casio Baby-G has struck fashion gold with its newest designer collaboration partner, L.A. street wear brand, Joyrich! Coupling Baby-G’s fierce and fashionable aesthetic with Joyrich’s notoriety as wearable art, this timepiece is poised to send wearers on a “wild ride” when the limited-edition model hits stores this July. Continue reading

Official Garfield VISA® Prepaid Debit Cards now available through a partnership with CARD.com

Paws Incorporated today announced a strategic partnership with the prepaid debit card provider CARD.com to bring the Garfield prepaid debit card to U.S. market. Users can sign up for the Garfield prepaid card online at https://www.card.com/gallery?tag=garfield&afid=152 Continue reading

ZEISS Brings Most Complete Immersive Experience to Gaming at E3 Expo

CARL ZEISS CINEMIZER OLEDPlug-and-play multimedia video glasses provide no-compromise gaming experience

Carl Zeiss, the world’s leader in optics and opto-electronics, today announced NVIDIA® 3DTV Play(TM) compatibility and a headtracker gaming accessory for its cinemizer® OLED (organic light-emitting diode) multimedia video glasses that allows gamers to explore in an immersive environment through simple head movements, with no compromise whatsoever to image quality or performance. The glasses with headtracker are being demonstrated this week during the E3 Expo, the world’s premier trade show for computer and video games, at the Los Angeles Convention Center (South Hall, Booth #2658). Continue reading

Warner Bros. Consumer Products Launches Out-Of-This-World Licensing Program For Man Of Steel(TM)

The Highly Anticipated Film from Zack Snyder Hits Theaters June 14
As the legendary DC Comics Super Hero comes to the big screen, Warner Bros. Consumer Products (WBCP) has teamed up with an impressive slate of global licensees for a broad, multi-category licensing program to support the highly anticipated action-adventure film Man of Steel((TM)), a production of Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures. Directed by Zack Snyder and produced by Charles Roven, Christopher Nolan, Emma Thomas and Deborah Snyder, Man of Steel soars into theaters on June 14, 2013. Continue reading

Wines Of Brasil Embrace The World Cup And The Olympics

LOGO VINEXPO_13 Q¡Brazil is one of the most exciting countries in the world and at Vinexpo 2013, the most traditional wine fair in the world, the largest country in Latin-America will be showing its wine scene and the plans they have for the World Cup and the Olympics.

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GUESS?, Inc. Announces the Winner of the GUESS Girl North American Model Search

GUESS?, INC. EMILY "EFFY" H.GUESS, (NYSE: GES) the American lifestyle brand famous for its trend setting denim and unforgettable campaigns, is thrilled to announce the winner of its first ever GUESS Girl model search in North America.  Emily “Effy” H., from Houston, Texas, has been named the next GUESS Girl, making her the face of an upcoming GUESS photo shoot, which will be featured in ELLE Magazine (US), a trip to New York City, and a $2,500 GUESS shopping spree.

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Universal Studios Hollywood Announces New Details Regarding Plans for Highly Anticipated “Despicable Me Minion Mayhem” Attraction

UNIVERSAL STUDIOS HOLLYWOOD DESPICABLE ME MINION MAYHEMUniversal Studios Hollywood(SM) today announced that the theme park will be home to the newest version of the wildly popular “Despicable Me Minion Mayhem” attraction during a press conference at International Pow Wow, one of the largest travel trade shows in the United States held this week in Las Vegas.  News of the Spring 2014 grand opening also revealed that the iconic theme park will unveil a “Super Silly Fun Land,” based on the park depicted in Despicable Me, adjacent to the attraction. Continue reading

Bud Light Platinum Launches New Reclosable Aluminum Bottle In Las Vegas

BUD LIGHT PLATINUM RECLOSABLE ALUMINUM BOTTLEBud Light Platinum – the No. 1 new beer of 2012 – is launching a new 11.5 oz. reclosable aluminum bottle in Las Vegas that will be available at nightclubs and pools throughout the city.

Bud Light Platinum is the first beer to be made available in Anheuser-Busch‘s new reclosable aluminum bottle.

“We hand-picked Bud Light Platinum to launch our company’s first reclosable aluminum bottle because of our confidence in the beer,” said Rob McCarthy, vice president of Bud Light.  ”Platinum has been able to elevate the premium light beer category with its blend of image and flavor, and we believe it will do the same to for the perception of aluminum bottles.”

The design of the Bud Light Platinum aluminum bottle – which features a twist-off cap – provides for a tool-less opening. The new bottle is also more than 50% stronger than a standard aluminum can and helps the beer get colder faster. Continue reading

Sony Computer Entertainment America Unveils PlayStation®4 System, Showcases Blockbuster Content For PlayStation® Platforms At The 2013 E3 Media & Business Summit

Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC (SCEA) today unveiled the PlayStation®4 (PS4(TM))hardware design at its annual E3 Media & Business Summit press conference, where the company also announced its next-generation platform will launch in the United States for $399 (MSRP) this holiday season. In addition, SCEA showcased an extensive line-up of exclusive first and third party content for PS4,PlayStation®Vita (PS Vita) and PlayStation®3 (PS3(TM)) systems, and a next-generation PlayStation®Plus (PS Plus) membership program.Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. (SCEI) also announced that the PlayStation®4 (PS4(TM)) (CUH-1000A series) computer entertainment system will come in “Jet Black” color and will be available this holiday season in North America and Europe at a recommended retail price (RRP) of US$ 399, Canada$ 399, EUR 399, and £ 349. Continue reading

Nature Valley® Expands Beyond Traditional Granola Bars with Two New Product Launches

Category Innovator Introduces Nature Valley Soft-Baked Oatmeal Squares and Protein Granola

While some brands may think outside the box, Nature Valley thinks outside the bar – the granola bar, that is. Today, Nature Valley announces two new great-tasting, versatile products: Nature Valley® Soft-Baked Oatmeal Squares and Nature Valley® Protein Granola. Nature Valley’s new soft-baked oatmeal product and loose, bagged granola make it easier to enjoy the taste of Nature Valley on the go.

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Three Endangered Baby Penguins Hatch at Audubon Aquarium in New Orleans

Audubon Aquarium is thrilled to announce the hatching of three endangered African Blackfooted penguin chicks.  Born in March, the chicks are growing quickly and have joined the penguin colony on exhibit. Continue reading

Global Smurfs(TM) Day Returns Saturday, June 22, 2013

SONY PICTURES ENTERTAINMENT GLOBAL SMURFS DAYGlobal Smurfs(TM) Day Returns Saturday, June 22, 2013

Celebrate the Birthday of Peyo, the Creator of the Smurfs, with Smurfy Events Around the World

On Saturday, June 22, 2013, in celebration of the birthday of Peyo, the creator of the Smurfs (born June 25, 1928), Columbia Pictures and Sony Pictures Animation will once again coordinate events all over the world as part of Global Smurfs Day, a worldwide event in anticipation of the release of The Smurfs(TM) 2, in theaters July 31, it was announced today by Marc Weinstock, president, Worldwide Marketing for Sony Pictures.

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SeaWorld, Busch Gardens and Bad Boy Mowers “Celebrate Dad” with a Father’s Day Giveaway

SeaWorld, Busch Gardens and Bad Boy Mowers “Celebrate Dad” with a Father’s Day Giveaway

Win a Bad Boy Mower, Utility Vehicle or Tickets to SeaWorld or Busch Gardens –

Skip the neckties and cologne this Father’s Day. SeaWorld® and Busch Gardens® are teaming up with Bad Boy Mowers® to “Celebrate Dad” with a chance to win a Bad Boy Outlaw XP Zero-Turn Mower, an Intimidator XD4 utility vehicle, or tickets for four to a SeaWorld or Busch Gardens park.

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THE ORLANDO MAGIC TO HOST MAGIC DANCER AUDITIONS FOR 2013-14 SEASON

THE ORLANDO MAGIC TO HOST MAGIC DANCER AUDITIONS

FOR 2013-14 SEASON

 

Orlando, Fla. (June 10, 2013) – The Orlando Magic will be hosting dancer auditions for the 2013-14 Orlando Magic season during the months of June and July, with final auditions set for July 18 at the Amway Center. The audition process will include pre-audition classes, a one-day training camp, a first round of auditions and the aforementioned finals, which will take place in the Disney Atrium at the Amway Center. Continue reading

New update! Best iPhone Recovery Software from EaseUS Rescues Deleted Photos, Contacts, SMS and More directly for iPhone, iPad and iPod touch

EaseUS Software, a leading provider of desktop applications on data backup & disaster recovery and storage management, now enters the mobile market by introducing iPhone recovery software – EaseUS MobiSaver 2.0. This application is as easy to use as it is effective; simply launch our program, connect your iDevice and with a few clicks, preview recoverable items and select items for recovery. The whole process is extremely simple and easy. Continue reading

Danish Rock Band, Mew, and B&O PLAY announce NEW interactive music app this summer 2013

B&O PLAY BY BANG & OLUFSEN MEWThe critically acclaimed Danish band, Mew, and the award-winning audio video brand, B&O PLAY by Bang & Olufsen, have teamed up in a global campaign to create-an  innovative music application, Sensory Spaces.  Sensory Spaces is an interactive music application that will be available in August 2013 and will allow Mew fans the ability to navigate through musical rhythms, beats, vocals, and acoustic metrics in an physical dialog that will lead up to Mew’s next single.  The first official preview of the new Application “Sensory Spaces” is to be released Wednesday, June 12 in Copenhagen. Additionally, this week in New York City, Henrik Taudorf Lorensen, Corporate Vice President of B&O PLAY will present the Sensory Spaces preview to top music executives, consumers and media attendees at the 2013 New Music Seminar.
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Orlando City Match Recap by Chris Jones

Photo Credit: Alex Schierholtz/Sportstalk Florida
Team                      1    2    FinalOrlando City              0    2    2   

Antigua Barracuda FC      0    0    0   

Scoring Summary:

ORL- Jamie Watson (penalty) 87th

ORL- Dom Dwyer (Jamie Watson) 90th

Lineups/Substitutions:

Orlando City- GK Jon Kempin, D Erik Ustruck, Oumar Diakhite, Justin Clark, Brian Fekete (Bryan Burke 66’), M Adama Mbengue (Jamie Watson 53’), Christian Duke, Ian Fuller (Dom Dwyer 46’), Freddie Braun, Jonathan Mendoza, F Dennis Chin (Long Tan 53’) Continue reading

Introducing the NEW Duracell Powermat Wireless Charging Solution for The iPhone 5

DURACELL POWERMAT WIRELESS CHARGINGIntroducing the NEW Duracell Powermat Wireless Charging Solution for The iPhone 5

Modular Design Lets YOU Take Charge of Your Power Needs in a ‘snap’

We’re all acquainted with the feelings of angst and powerlessness that come with a dead battery. As our phones become more functional, it seems our batteries become less adequate. In fact, many of us are faced daily with the painful decision of which apps to close and which are simply too important to live without until we can get to our next available power source.
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Bestselling Jesus Calling® Brand Celebrates Over 150,000 Apps Sold

Platinum Selling Devotional Made More Accessible Through Interactive App

Thomas Nelson Specialty Group is excited to announce a milestone in interactive media and the Jesus Calling® brand – over 150,000 apps have been sold! This news comes just as the brand was named #1 on the Wall Street Journal Non Fiction Bestseller List, surpassed eight million in sales and ranked #1 iPhone app on iTunes. Continue reading

Underwater Photo Exhibit for World Oceans Day

The Khaled bin Sultan Living Oceans Foundation will celebrate World Oceans Day by sharing stunning underwater photos in an exhibit for their local community. Continue reading

CFBACC @ Orlando Lions x Phoenix F.C. Match

Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer, invited the CFBACC to the City Suite at The Citrus Bowl to watch the latest Game on June 7th.  Continue reading

Match Recap: Dwyer Breaks League Scoring Record, Lions Top Visiting Phoenix 2-0

Team                           1    2    Final

Orlando City SC                2    0    2

Phoenix FC                     0    0    0

Scoring Summary:

ORL- Jamie Watson (penalty) 29th

ORL- Dom Dwyer (unassisted) 31st

Lineups/Substitutions:

Orlando City- Miguel Gallardo, Yann Songo’o, Bryan Burke, Luke Boden, Rob Valentino, Anthony Pulis, Adama Mbengue, James O’Connor, Jamie Watson, Dom Dwyer (Christian Duke 82’), Long Tan (Dennis Chin 73’)

Phoenix FC- Andrew Weber, Isiah Scahfer, Renan Boufleur Cyprian Hedrick, Devon Grousis, Joao De Jesus Inacio (Josh Bento 90’), Scott Morrison, Aaron King (Travis Bowen 60’), Yhan Moer De Doue (Brian Holmes 55’), Anthony Obodai, Darron Mackie (Tommy Ramos 84’)

Penalty Summary:

PHX- Devon Grousis (yellow) 43rd

PHX- Isaiah Schafer (yellow) 80th

Match Facts:

Kickoff: 7:30 p.m.

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Attendance: 7,466

Dwyer Breaks League Scoring Record, Lions Top Visiting Phoenix 2-0

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TV’s “The Doctors” prescribe Jimmyjane Vibrators to Treat the Physiological Effects of Break-ups Featuring HELLO TOUCH Vibrator Previously Seen on The Rachael Ray & Today Show

JIMMYJANE HELLO TOUCH

Jimmyjane, the design-centric brand with a sexy twist, was founded to offer pleasure products that are approachable, safe and great for couples. Through a modern aesthetic and quality design, the company has made great strides to bring the pleasure product category into the mainstream awareness and comfort zone.

Jimmyjane, along with numerous health professionals, believes that vibrators can help couples experience a more positive sex life – an important part of an overall healthy lifestyle. This month, Jimmyjane continued to break down barriers when their FORM 2 and HELLO TOUCH vibrators were featured on the Emmy award-winning show, “The Doctors.” Show gynecologist, Dr. Ross, recommended the two vibrators to help women overcome lasting physiological effects following a break up.

In the segment, Dr. Ross spoke to a woman who was unable to achieve orgasm since breaking up with her boyfriend. Dr. Ross explained the emotional comfort many women require to achieve an orgasm. For many, a break-up can lead to a deep sense of loss. The stress on the body can lead to physical pain, lowered immune system, lack of dopamine and pleasure and inability to orgasm. She recommended that in order to reach climax with a new partner, she must first be able to orgasm on her own. To this end, she introduced two of her favorite vibrators: FORM 2 and HELLO TOUCH, both from Jimmyjane.

Dr. Ross explained that these pleasure products “can help you understand how to please yourself, so you can help a future partner please you too.” Dr. Ross described HELLO TOUCH, Jimmyjane’s compact fingertip vibrator, as having the power to”make you feel like Wonder Woman.”

Following recent appearances on the Rachel Ray show and the Today Show, Jimmyjane’s appearance on The Doctors is another example of how sex toys are now increasingly embraced by mainstream media and its viewers. As the seedy reputation and association with pornography dwindles, many people are recognizing sex toys for their health benefits and ability to connect couples on an important intimate level.

Since Imboden launched Jimmyjane in 2004, the company has redefined the sex accessories market through innovation, placing the company at the forefront of creating pleasure products for a broad and discerning audience. As a vibrator designed for use by women, men and couples, HELLO TOUCH is a demonstration of how much progress has been made in welcoming a wider range of pleasure seekers. This episode of “The Doctors,” with its mainstream national audience, is helping to widen the range even further.

For further tips on how to get over a break-up please visit - http://www.jimmyjane.com/the-doctors-vibrator/

About Jimmyjane
Jimmyjane designs products and experiences to provide pleasure, strengthen connection and create provocative possibility. The company – along with countless health professionals – recognizes that sexual wellbeing is an important part of an overall healthy lifestyle. Since launching in 2004, Jimmyjane has leveraged design, innovation and wit to introduce a new generation of vibrators and other pleasure products, elevating the category into the mainstream spotlight. Jimmyjane is the only brand of its kind to be honored with the world’s top design awards (IDEA Awards from Fast Company and BusinessWeek, GOOD Design Awards, AIGA Awards, Spark Awards) and to appear regularly in leading publications, including Vogue, Elle, Harper’s Bazaar, WWD, Esquire and GQ.

For more information, visit WWW.JIMMYJANE.COM.

About “The Doctors”
“The Doctors” is a daily television show featuring ER physician Dr. Travis Stork, OB/GYN Lisa Masterson, plastic and reconstructive surgeon Dr. Drew Ordon, and pediatrician Dr. Jim Sears. Launched in 2008, “The Doctors” provides frank discussions in a casual manner. Experts to weigh in on guest issues and dispense information about trending health topics.

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TGI Fridays(SM) To Ignite Taste Buds With The Introduction Of Two New Baked Snacks – Extreme Heat Crunchy Fries And Jalapeno Poppers Snacks

INVENTURE FOODS, INC. TGI FRIDAYSLeading snack food innovator, Inventure Foods, Inc. (NASDAQ: SNAK), turns up the heat on the snack food category with the introduction of two new baked snacks under its licensed partnership with TGI Fridays(SM). Extreme Heat Crunchy Fries and Jalapeno Poppers Snack Sticks add substantial spice to the already successful line of snacks inspired by the popular bar and casual dining restaurant menu.

Both snacks will begin to appear in stores and vending machines nationwide this summer. The Extreme Heat Crunchy Fries will be sold in 1.5, 2.5 and 4.5-ounce bags with suggested retail prices of $1.00, $1.99 and $2.49, respectively; Jalapeno Poppers Snack Sticks will be available in 1.25, 2.25 and 3.5-ounce bags with suggested retail prices of $1.00, $1.99 and $2.49, respectively. Continue reading

Entenmann’s® Unveils One-Of-A-Kind, Oversized Crumb Topped Donut For Donut Lover & Gridiron Great Victor Cruz In Celebration Of National Donut Day

Entenmann’s® Unveils One-Of-A-Kind, Oversized Crumb Topped Donut For Donut Lover & Gridiron Great Victor Cruz In Celebration Of National Donut Day

New York Event Featured $30,000 Check Donation to The Salvation Army

Free Coffee & Donuts for All in Attendance

Entenmann’s, a division of Bimbo Bakeries USA and maker of over 100 sweet baked goods, and The Salvation Army got an advanced blitz on #NationalDonutDay, with the help of one of Entenmann’s most recognized donut fans. Super Bowl Champion, New Jersey native and Entenmann’s celebrity ambassador, Victor Cruz unveiled a one-of-a-kind, larger than life Entenmann’s Crumb Top Donut, at the National Donut Day celebration in New York City’s Madison Square Park, in commemoration of the sweet holiday. Cruz’s lightening fast plays on the field helped Entenmann’s and The Salvation Army get ahead of the game, kicking off the annual holiday one day early for their New York Metro fans Continue reading

CELEBRATE NATIONAL DOUGHNUT DAY ON FRIDAY, JUNE 7 WITH A FREE KRISPY KREME DOUGHNUT OF ANY VARIETY – NO PURCHASE NECESSARY

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Krispy Kreme Four Original Glazed DoughnutsCommemorate the sweetest day of the year with a complimentary, one-of-a-kind treat from Krispy Kreme® in honor of National Doughnut Day, Friday, June 7. Stop in for a FREE doughnut of any variety, including the world famous Original Glazed®. No purchase necessary. Krispy Kreme has two stores in Central Florida including:

Winter Park
1031 S. Orlando Avenue (17-92), Winter Park, FL  32789
Open 5:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. (Sunday - Thursday) and 5:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. (Friday and Saturday)
Kissimmee
5310 W. Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway (192 / Mile Marker 11.5), Kissimmee, FL  34746
Now open 24 hours
National Doughnut Day was established in 1938 by The Salvation Army to raise funds for people in need during the depression, and is observed every year on the first Friday of June.  Follow the National Doughnut Day fun atNationalDoughnutDay2013.com and @KrispyKreme #NationalDoughnutDay2013 on Twitter.
Offer valid for one FREE doughnut of any variety at participating Krispy Kreme U.S. and Canadian locations on Friday, June 7, 2013 only. No purchase necessary. While supplies last.
Stay connected with Krispy Kreme at KrispyKreme.comFacebook, foursquare and Twitter.
About Krispy Kreme
Krispy Kreme is an international retailer of premium-quality sweet treats, including its signature Original Glazed(R) doughnut. Headquartered in Winston-Salem, N.C., the Company has offered the highest-quality doughnuts and great-tasting coffee since it was founded in 1937. Krispy Kreme is proud of its Fundraising program, which for decades has helped non-profit organizations raise millions of dollars in needed funds. Today, Krispy Kreme can be found at over 740 locations in 22 countries around the world and approximately 10,000 grocery, convenience and mass merchant stores in the U.S. Krispy Kreme Doughnuts, Inc. (NYSE: KKD) is listed on the New York Stock Exchange. Visit us at www.KrispyKreme.com.
 
About Florida Family Foods LLC.
With more the three decades of expertise as an authorized franchisee of Krispy Kreme Doughnut Corporation, Florida Family Foods is a second-generation, family-owned business successfully operating stores in Melbourne and Daytona Beach.   In 2012, Florida Family Foods expanded into Central Florida to revitalize the Winter Park, Kissimmee, and soon to re-open Mall at Millenia store locations.
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ORLANDO MAGIC’S HOME AMWAY CENTER RECEIVES INTERNATIONAL ACCLAIM AS RECIPIENT OF 2013 CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE AWARD

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ORLANDO MAGIC’S HOME AMWAY CENTER RECEIVES INTERNATIONAL ACCLAIM AS RECIPIENT OF 2013 CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE AWARD

 

Orlando, Fla. (June 6, 2013)— The Orlando Magic’s home, the Amway Center, was honored with the 2013 Customer Experience Award today during TheStadiumBusiness Awards presentation held in association with TheStadiumBusiness Summit in Manchester, England.

“The Magic are extremely honored to be recognized along with our partners at the Amway Center, for our value of placing our customer first,” said Orlando Magic CEO Alex Martins.   “We thank our partners at the Disney Institute for assisting us in implementing our vision of making the Amway Center the most customer-centric and focused facility in sports.”

TheStadiumBusiness Summit is the largest dedicated meeting in the world of the owners, operators and developers of the world’s leading stadiums, arenas and major sports venues. Previous recipients have included City Square/Etihad Stadium, Manchester City FC, Manchester, England (2012), The Family Area – Cardiff City FC, Cardiff, Wales (2011) and The O2 Arena, London, England (2010). Continue reading

Stokke® Travel Collection – First Class for Kids

Taking a break together means time to connect as a family and to enjoy each other’s  company… but getting there is another story altogether!

At Stokke(R) we’re devoted to smoothing out the bumps, reducing the stress and making   your family journey as easy and comfortable as possible.

So whether you’re flying off on your holidays or nipping over to see Grandma, you’ll   find a Stokke(R) product to make your journey easier, leaving you to focus on what’s really important; each other. Continue reading

Lucy Liu Visits Lebanon to Shine Spotlight on Plight of Syrian Refugee Children

U.S. FUND FOR UNICEF LIULucy Liu Visits Lebanon to Shine Spotlight on Plight of Syrian Refugee Children

“This is a children’s crisis and it’s only getting worse,” says Liu
 UNICEF Ambassador Lucy Liu traveled to Lebanon with UNICEF to see first-hand the dire situation for Syrian children and their families who have fled a crisis that has left more than 70,000 people dead and nearly six million displaced from their homes. Accompanied by UNICEF staff, Liu visited makeshift settlements in the Bekaa region of Lebanon, the country that hosts the largest number of Syrian refugees in the world. Continue reading

Rand McNally’s First Outdoor Handheld GPS Now Available

RAND MCNALLY FORIS(TM) 850 OUTDOOR HANDHELD GPSRand McNally‘s First Outdoor Handheld GPS Now Available

New Foris(TM) GPS device is “Trail Ready” for hiking, biking and geocaching

Rand McNally today began shipping its first handheld/bike mounted outdoor GPS device for hiking, biking, geocaching and more. Leveraging its experience and content in the outdoor marketplace, Rand McNally’s Foris(TM) 850 comes loaded with millions of miles of high-quality street and trail maps, a sturdy bike mount, and an easy-to-use interface with on-device help. Continue reading

CoCo Key Hotel and Water Resort-Orlando Offers Affordable Package for Father’s Day for a Limited Time

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 CoCo Key Hotel and Water Resort-Orlando is offering a great value for a summer vacation with Dad in Orlando for a limited time only. Rates for reservations made now through June 20, 2013 for an overnight stay start from: Stays from 1-2 nights are $99 per night and include two welcome drinks and a poolside upgraded room.

Stays of three or more nights start at $89 per night and include two welcome drinks and 15 percent off food and beverage on-site and a poolside upgraded room. The longer you stay the more you save. This offer is valid for stays through August 31, 2013and must be booked through www.cocokeyorlando.com using promo code:  DADS. Continue reading

Lee® Jeans Spotlights Local Woman Fighting Breast Cancer In Cause Campaign With The American Cancer Society®

LEE JEANS LEE JEANSLee National Denim Day® set to raise millions for breast cancer research and community-based programs in 2013

On the heels of National Cancer Survivors Day, Lee Jeans is proud to name Amy, a Kansas City resident currently fighting breast cancer, the 2013 Lee National Denim Day ambassador. On Friday, October 4, millions will join the Lee National Denim Day movement by putting on their jeans and donating $5 to raise millions of dollars for the American Cancer Society‘s programs that help women like Amy rise above the disease. Continue reading

Finding a Summer Camp Last Minute: Tips from the American Camp Association, New York and New Jersey

In a few weeks, school will be out and summer will begin. For parents who put off looking for summer camp this year, don’t worry!  There are still some summer camps with availability. The American Camp Association, NY and NJ offers families tips on finding a summer camp at the last minute and planning ahead for next summer.AMERICAN CAMP ASSOCIATION, NEW YORK AND NEW JERSEY KENMONT AND KENWOOD Continue reading

BB&T Retirement and Institutional Services revamps retirement plan websites

BB&T Retirement and Institutional Services announced today a complete redesign of its two websites to create a retirement destination for both plan sponsors and participants.

“The redesigned websites were the result of extensive research,” said BB&T Retirement and Institutional Services Division Manager Ray McCulloch. “We found plan sponsors want more information on how to help their employees become retirement ready, and that participants want easy-to-navigate retirement planning tools and account information to simplify the retirement planning process.” Continue reading

Megan Hilty Joins John Frieda® Sheer Blonde® Hair Care To Kick Off Blonde Appreciation Month

Megan Hilty for JOHN FRIEDAThey stand out in a crowd. They have more fun. They always steal the spotlight. Blondes are a special breed–and they deserve special treatment. That’s why the John Frieda® Sheer Blonde® team is proud to appoint June as Blonde Appreciation Month–a time to celebrate what sets blondes apart and equip them with the expert care they need to preserve their signature shade. Continue reading

Jack and the Beanstalk, a Mathematical Adventure – iOS Math App

 MATHFILEFOLDERGAMES.COM JACK AND THE BEANSTALKHi, my name is Jack. I know you have all heard of me before, I’m the guy who climbs an enormous beanstalk to retrieve the princess’ amulet. But today I would like to tell you the real story of HOW I was actually able to accomplish such a feat. Continue reading

Gainesville, FL-Based Digital Maker Startup Fracture Adds Another $500K to $1.5M Already Raised

FRACTURE LOGOInvestments from Tamiami Angel Fund and Florida Opportunity Fund Help Drive Company’s 211% Rev Growth from Q1 ’12 to Q1 ’13

Fracture, a Gainesville, FL-based “maker” startup that has developed a proprietary UV-based digital photo-to-glass manufacturing process, today announced that it has secured an additional investment of $500,000 from Florida’s premier angel investment fund, Tamiami Angel Fund (TAFI). This new investment follows an initial $410,000 from TAFI in May 2012, which came on the heels of a September 2011 convertible debt investment of $530,000 of up to $1 million from the Florida Opportunity Fund.

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URBAN OUTFITTERS EUROPE INTRODUCE INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING

Urban Outfitters Europe [http://www.urbanoutfitters.co.uk ] bring you the most up and coming women’s wear, men’s wear, home, media, lifestyle and accessories. Exciting brand collaborations and exclusive in-house designed product are all updated daily. The expansion into International territories makes Urban Outfitters Europe the online shopping destination for all things creative and unique. Continue reading

Tablets Sero série 7 da Hisense disponíveis nos EUA

HISENSE SERO 7 SERIES

Impulso à presença da Walmart no mercado de comércio eletrônico

A Hisense (http://www.hisense.com) e Walmart anunciaram em 23 de maio (horário local de Nova York) que os tablets Sero série 7, pré-instalados com um pacote de aplicativos, inclusive VUDUwalmart.com, estarão imediatamente disponíveis em mais de 3.300 lojas Walmart nos EUA Continue reading

Premier Mountain Resort “Old Edwards Inn and Spa” Completes New Additions, Enhancements and Acquisitions

Premier Mountain Resort “Old Edwards Inn and Spa” Completes New Additions, Enhancements and Acquisitions

The NC 4-Star Destination Opens New Guestrooms, a Third Pool, Two Restaurant and Guest Estates

Old Edwards Inn and Spa has finalized its latest round of enhancements and acquisitions to prepare for the growing number of visitors traveling to the four-star mountain resort. Among the most prominent of the additions is the new Falls Cottages at Old Edwards which adds 22 new guestrooms opening in June.
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Doctor Who Arrives in Sydney for 50th Anniversary

20130531165641580300-orgThe 50th Anniversary of the world’s most iconic space traveller, Doctor Who, was celebrated by legions of fans and Vivid Sydneyhttp://www.vividsydney.com.au ) festival-goers tonight when a special 3D-mapped projection of the legendary BBC television program screened on the grand facade of Customs House at Circular Quay as part of Vivid Sydney — the annual festival of light, music and ideas.
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Stride Rite® Celebrates Father’s Day With New Shoe Design Invented By A Dad And A Special Beaches Promotion

STRIDE RITE CHILDREN'S GROUP LOGOStride Rite® Partnership with Edison Nation®, Resulted in Creative Idea for Children’s Footwear within the Fall 2013 Sesame Street Collection
Just in time for Father’s Day, Stride Rite(®), the leader in premium children’s footwear, and Edison Nation(®), an idea-to-shelf product developer and online inventor community, today unveiled the innovative shoe design created by inventor and father of twins Scott Dromms, entitled “Embracers”. Launching as part of the Sesame Street(®) by Stride Rite(®) Fall 2013 collection, the Embracers closure transforms the arms of Sesame Street’s Elmo and Abby into “embracing” straps to hug the child’s foot, making the shoe easy on and off for both mom and child. To celebrate Scott and dads everywhere, families are invited to enter at www.striderite.com/sesamestreet for a chance to win the ultimate Father’s Day Trip to Beaches Resorts, featuring The Caribbean Adventure with Sesame Street Vacation.

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The Ceva L.O.V.E. Bus Rolls Again

American College of Veterinary Behaviorists Co-Sponsors Tour

CEVA ANIMAL HEALTH L.O.V.E. ALIVE BEHAVIOR EXPRESS TOUR BUS 2013

The Ceva L.O.V.E. bus is touring the country helping pet owners with their pet behavior problems. Ceva Animal Health, makers of Feliway® and Adaptil®, has once again partnered with the American College of Veterinary Behaviorists (ACVB) for the “Keep the L.O.V.E. Alive Behavior ExpressTour 2013″ featuring the popular L.O.V.E. coach bus. L.O.V.E. stands for “lean on veterinary expertise,” a double entendre to call attention to the human animal bond and reinforce the critical role of veterinarians in addressing pet behavior issues.
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Typhoon Twister Opens at Six Flags White Water

The Southeast’s Largest Water Park Introduces a New Thrill Ride

Six Flags White Water announces the introduction of the all-new Typhoon Twister, the first water ride of its kind in the state. This unique ride sends riders barreling down an enclosed five-story drop before shooting out into a 67-foot bowl, then spins them down into a corkscrew drop chute before splashing into the pool below! Continue reading

Cut into Fresh Flavor with Kuhn Rikon Specialty Fruit Knives

KUHN RIKON WATERMELON KNIFE-Specialty fruit knives from Kuhn Rikon make it easy to slice, dice and enjoy fresh fruit.

For fresh guacamole, creamy avocado salad dressing and more, Kuhn Rikon’s Avocado Knife Colori(® )makes preparing avocados for your favorite dishes simple and fun. Cut, pit and scoop with the all-in-one tool: use the non-stick, serrated blade to slice with ease, hit the pit with two teeth on the blade and twist to remove the pit, then scoop the avocado flesh with the curved edge of the blade. $13 at Sur La Table. Continue reading

Milla Jovovich Opens ‘The Talent Store’ at Fidenza Village in Collaboration With Vogue Italia

The hotly anticipated ‘The Talent Store’ at Fidenza Village is back for the second year! Supermodel, actress and style icon Milla Jovovich hosted the launch of the innovative concept boutique on Monday 27 May together with Vogue Italia’s Editor-in-Chief, Franca Sozzani, and Value Retail’s Chief Executive, Desireé Bollier.

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Now in its second year, ‘The Talent Store’ is an exclusive collaboration between Fidenza Village, one of the nine Chic Outlet Shopping® Villages in Europe by Value Retail, and Vogue Italia. It creates a platform for promising young international fashion designers to retail their collections from a dedicated pop-up boutique in the Village, less than an hour from Milan. Continue reading

Natural Appetite Control Drink Now Available Nationwide at GNC

FULL CORE REXAM 12OZ. SLEEK CANSREXAM LOGOfull core in Rexam 12oz. SLEEK® cans Hits the Shelf at Nation’s Largest Health and Wellness Products Retailer

full core®, a Florida-based beverage company, today announced that its refreshing natural appetite control drink is now available at approximately 4,550 GNC corporate and franchise retail locations throughout the United States and Puerto Rico.

full core is a nutritionally enhanced drink – packaged in Rexam 12oz. SLEEK® cans – that combines 40 percent of the daily value of fiber with essential vitamins and minerals to help individuals naturally control appetite while promoting digestive health. Inspired by the health crisis, founders Peter Hayes and Jeff Brudos created full core to help consumers tackle the growing obesity crisis in America. Continue reading

SOLAR BEARS REMAIN ACTIVE IN THE COMMUNITY Organization Continues Community Involvement

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SOLAR BEARS REMAIN ACTIVE IN THE COMMUNITY

Organization Continues Community Involvement

Orlando, FL – The Orlando Solar Bears have continued to stay active in the Orlando and Central Florida community since the end of the season, and have participated in many events since season’s end.

On March 28th, players and staff volunteered to pass out hot dogs, condiments, and beverages at the Christian Service Center’s Annual Street Celebration. The Center served its 3,750,000th meal at Daily Bread during the event, which also featured free music, face painting, popcorn, and cotton candy.Shades and Boy Scouts

Saturday, April 13, saw the Solar Bears take part in two events in the Orlando area. Solar Bears staff members brought the Slap Shot Cage to the 20th year of WJRR’s Earthday Birthday concert at Tinker Field. Later that evening, staff and management participated in American Cancer Society‘s Cattle Baron’s Ball at the Rosen Shingle Creek. Over $400,000 was raised to help the ongoing pursuit of a cure for cancer.

On April 16, the Orlando Solar Bears sponsored the Central Florida Council of Boy Scouts of America’s Golden Eagle Dinner at the Amway Center. The founder of the Orlando Magic, Jimmy Hewitt, was honored in front of over 1,100 community  leaders including Dinner Chairman Alex Martins and Co-Chairs Sheriff Jerry Demings, Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer and Orange County Mayor Teresa Jacobs. The fundraising dinner brought in over $889,000 to support Scouting throughout Central Florida which in turn serves over 25,000 Central Florida families.

The Solar Bears took part in another dinner on April 19 as management and staff attended the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Florida’s Celebrate the Children Dinner and Auction. More than 1,000 community members from over 200 companies turned out for the dinner which raised over $600,000 to directly benefit at-risk children in the Central Florida community and enhance core youth development programs at their 29 Clubs.

In early May, Shades helped support the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life. On May 3, Shades wore the special Hockey Fights Cancer pink jersey while visiting relay sites in Orlando and Kissimmee. The American Cancer Society Relay For Life is a life-changing event that gives everyone in communities across the globe a chance to Celebrate the lives of people who have  battled cancer, Remember loved ones lost, and Fight Back against the disease. Each year, more than 4 million people in over 20 countries take part in this global phenomenon and raise much-needed funds and awareness to save lives from cancer.

Less than two weeks ago, on May 11, Solar Bears defenseman Ed Levens walked the runway as part of Runway to Hope’s Spring Fashion Soiree for children fighting cancer. USA Gold Medalist Gabby Douglas and Twilight Saga actress Ashley Greene hosted the fashion show featuring more than 60 children ages 2-18 who are currently battling or have overcome their cancer escorted by local celebrities.Shades Relay for Life

Last week, on May 16, the Solar Bears made a visit to the Orlando VA Medical Hospital. Shades donned his special Solar Bears Camo jersey while visiting patients and hanging out with the VA Hospital staff.

The Orlando Solar Bears, the ECHL affiliate of the NHL’s Minnesota Wild and AHL’s Iowa Wild, play all of their home games at the 2012 Street and Smith’s Sports Business Journal Sports Facility of the Year, the Amway Center.

Follow the Solar Bears at www.OrlandoSolarBearsHockey.comFacebook, and Twitter (@OrlandoHockey) for all the latest news and updates.

Don’t get shut-out when we sell out! Take advantage of the Orlando Solar Bears season ticket pre-sale offer by placing a $50 deposit per ticket now to receive seat selection priority for the 2013-14 season. Call the Solar Bears at 407-951-8200 or visit www.OrlandoSolarBearsHockey.com.

Group tickets are a great way to entertain employees, co-workers, clients, friends and family. For more information on discounted group tickets and a list of group benefits, call 407-951-8200 or visit www.orlandosolarbearshockey.com/groups.

Officially licensed Orlando Solar Bears replica team jerseys, apparel, and headwear can be purchased online at: http://shop.orlandosolarbearshockey.com/

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