New Website Helps Parents Save Money

PRLog (Press Release) – Jul 31, 2009 – In the current economic climate, every penny counts.  Everybody is feeling the pinch, especially families with pre-teen children.  Life has to continue - there are still birthdays and kids still want toys and other treats.
My Kids TV is a growing website which aims to do two things:
1) Provide the latest information about Kids TV in the UK, looking at television channels like CBBC, CBeebies, Nickelodeon, Nick Jr, CITV and more.
2) Hunt out the best deals for toys, DVDs, clothing and other merchandise that feature the shows Kids like, like The Teletubbies, Spongebob Squarepants and Hannah Montana.
As well as program updates, My Kids TV also features interviews with industry figures, competitions and a forum, in which My Kids TV readers can discuss programs and deals.  Readership is growing well, roughly doubling month-on-month.
For more information, including advertising opportunities, please visit http://www.mykidstv.co.uk  or email contact@mykidstv.co.uk

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MyKidsTV aims to bring the latest information about children's television for under-11s in the UK, including details of when they're on, and what merchandise is available at the best price.

Photography Summer Savings from Smart Images – Buy X-rite ColorMunki Photo for £250 Save £59

PRLog (Press Release) – Jul 30, 2009 – The ColorMunki Photo from X-Rite is an incredibly easy to set-up and use calibrator for professional monitor-to-print colour matching, essential for all digital photography. The X-Rite ColorMunki Photo is a completely portable device, delivering accurate colour matching, captured from any surface. The ColorMunki offers a choice of easy or advanced monitor profiling, printing profiling in RGB and CMYK, as well as easy projector calibration.
The X-Rite ColorMunki Photo (http://www.smartimages.com/Monitor_Calibration/c39/p159/ ... ) is used by both professional and amateur photographers to achieve high quality images. Complete with the X-Rite ColorMunki Create Software you will quickly benefit from all that the ColorMunki can offer as part of your photography workflow.
Smart Images Director Sarah Bailey states: “The X-Rite ColorMunki Photo combines high-end monitor, printer & projector calibration at a very reasonable price.”
About Smart Images: SmartImages.com http://www.smartimages.com is an approved supplier of photography software & hardware products, stocking leading products at competitive prices. Products include Nik Software, Adobe, Wacom, onOne, Datacolor, Alien Skin and many more. Smart Images is committed to offering quality digital imaging solutions at very competitive prices, take a look at our 'Deals of the Week' to see our great prices on all our range of products.
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Online Photography Store, buy Digital Photography Software, photo editing & Photoshop Plugin. Graphic Tablets & Color Management Solutions in Stock, next day delivery.

The Consumer’s Guide to Purchasing an Authentic Pre-Owned Rolex Watch

PRLog (Press Release) – Jul 29, 2009 – Purchasing a Pre-owned Rolex watch can be a daunting task.  Between seeking a great offer and authentic watch, the consumer can become frustrated by not finding what they want rather than feeling accomplishment from their new investment.  There are steps that the consumer can take which not only simplifies the process, but also secures the purchase.
First and foremost, search online for what is wanted.  Online stores often are able to give the consumer the best prices because overhead is lower, and therefore, they are able to pass savings onto their customers.  Search using keywords such as ‘authentic’ along with ‘Rolex’, ‘best of time’, and ‘preowned’, so results will yield stores that have certified watches available and also give the consumer what they  are looking for – an exceptional value.
When browsing online stores, be sure to check that they are members of jeweler’s institutions, such as the GIA, AWCI, and IWJG.  If a store is a member of these associations, there’s a great probability that they will be selling only authentic pieces.

Once the consumer has found the watch they want, they should search online again for authentic pre-owned Rolex watches to find the best value.  Stores such as Best of Time may provide buyers insurance policies and exceptional multi-year warranties.  With these offers, the consumer gains a safer and risk-free purchasing experience.
Call them directly. Do not simply buy online without being able to get a hold of the store’s customer service, or the consumer may be waiting weeks for the Rolex to arrive.  Ask the associate for the serial and model number so the authenticity of the watch is verified.  Also, a certificate of appraisal should be provided by along with the purchase.
Keeping this knowledge in mind, the consumer is now ready to make an intelligent investment in a Rolex watch that will endure for generations.
About Best of Time:
Best of Time offers genuine Rolex watches at substantial discounts to the manufacturer's suggested retail price. Because we are an independent dealer of like new and pre-owned Rolex watches, we are able to avoid manufacturer's pricing controls and forward greater discounts to our customers. Our prices are incredible for the world’s best luxury Rolex watches, due to the fact that we receive our Rolex watches in specific quantities and we have a very low markup so the savings is passed directly to you.

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Best of Time offers genuine Rolex watches at substantial discounts to the manufacturer's suggested retail price. Because we are an independent dealer of like new and pre-owned Rolex watches, we are able to forward greater discounts to our customers.

There Are a Number of Reasons Why You Should Buy a USA Spec iPod Car Adapter

PRLog (Press Release) – Jul 28, 2009 – Although there is a huge variety of mp3 players on the market that offer a variety of fun and innovative features, the most popular mp3 players still reside in the Apple iPod series. Some include the Nano, Touch, and the newest 4th Generation mp3 player. With all of these iPods remaining so popular with consumers, it’s no wonder there are a number of companies that are creating iPod car adapters that allow these mp3 lovers to play all their favorite music in the car. One of these companies is USA Spec.
The USA Spec iPod car adapter is one of the most popular car adapters on the market today made specifically for the iPod series. Although it is not compatible with the iPod Shuffle, it does work with the majority of the other mp3 players in the iPod series, including the Nano, Touch, 4th Generation, Classic, and even the ever popular iPhone. And the best part about it is that the USA Spec iPod car adapter actually charges your iPod while you drive, so you may never lose battery power again. At least not on the road.
Another reason to buy the USA Spec iPod car adapter is because of its compatibility with a number of different types of vehicles. Whether your car is old or young, you may be able to use the USA Spec in your vehicle. You simply need to have a CD changer in your car. The USA Spec simply plugs into the CD port while another cord is connected to your iPod. Then your music will play with ease. Keep in mind that the CD changer in your car will not work while your iPod is plugged in. You can only listen to one at a time.
With the USA Spec iPod car adapters, you can control your music from your iPod, the controls on the radio, or even both: it’s your choice entirely. Just a few of the many vehicle makes that are compatible with the USA Spec include Toyota, Nissan, Scion, and Lexus. There will likely be a different USA Spec kit required for the specific type of vehicle you drive, so make sure you speak with a car audio installation specialist about which one is right for your vehicle.
One of the most important reasons why you purchased an mp3 player from the iPod series is because of the great sound quality that Apple offers in a variety of their products. Some iPod car adapters don’t relay that high-quality sound, however, making it less enjoyable for you to listen to your music in the car. The USA Spec iPod car adapter ( http://www.autosoundcentral.com ), however, gives you the same great quality sound you get from your iPod, right in your car. You won’t sacrifice sound quality for usability with the USA Spec.
Joel McLaughlin

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Exquisite spiritual rakhi introduced by SendrakhigiftstoIndia.com

PRLog (Press Release) – Jul 28, 2009 – Raksha Bandhan is the celebration of the sacred bond between siblings, fostering brotherhood. It is a national festival in India and its festive throbs are felt even abroad, among the Indian diaspora. In course of time Rakhi has undergone a marked transformation but the sacred thread has withstood the test of time.  This auspicious occasion of Rakhi, sisters are on the look out for different types of Rakhi, both on the local market as well as the Internet. Among all the dimensions, the one that stands out is the exquisite Spiritual Rakhis. It captures the sacred feel, very typical of Rakhi.  

       

There are a number of websites and online gift stores which offer online shopping facilities. Through these sites, the NRIs  can send their choicest gifts to their loved ones in India. SendrakhigiftstoIndia.com is one such online gift store which offers brisk service to send different varieties of rakhi and Rakhi Gifts to India with the best possible packaging to ensure complete customer satisfaction.
This year the company has unveiled its Rakhi collection by launching a wide variety of Rakhis. Among these, the spiritual Rakhis deserve special mention. These Rakhis are quintessential for the celebration of the holy spirit of Rakhi. They generally have the divine ''Om'' or ''Swastika'' symbols inscribed in them, decorated with the sacred Moli doris. They are emblematic of the devotion and dedication that is associated with Rakhi. They act as amulets for the brother, protecting him from the evils.
As this is a website exclusively for Rakhi, they specialize in innovating different designs of Rakhi every year. Through these spiritual Rakhis they not only provide the sisters a wonderful medium to show their loyalty to their brothers but also capture the divine sanctity of Rakhi. In this regard, the CEO of Sendrakhigiftstoindia.com, Mr Amit Desai says '' With every gift we commit to send precious emotions, these Spiritual Rakhis are introduced to capture the sacred essence of Rakhi ."

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www.sendrakhigiftstoindia.com is one of the leading online gift sites that can be used to send Rakhi and Rakhi Gifts to India. It has thousands of gift items for the occassion and can deliver these to your dear ones residing in any part of India.

Leeward Contributions Top $12,500

PRLog (Press Release) – Jul 27, 2009 – York, ME  - With unemployment rates above 8%, and the number of people turning to food pantries for help up by 50%, Leeward Industries’ decision to open a charitable thrift store in York couldn’t have been timed better.  This week, Rob Werner - Leeward Industries’ President, mailed checks to six different York country food pantries bringing the total amount of their contributions to $12,500 since March.

“We are thrilled that our first thrift store has been able to contribute so much in such a short period of time.  I talk to the directors of these local food pantries and it’s clear that they need everything we can give them.  We can still do more.” said Werner.  

Leeward Industries opened the Leeward Landing charitable thrift store on Route 1 at the York/Kittery town line this past Valentine’s Day.  They delivered their first donation checks to the York Community Food Pantry and the Footprints food pantry in Kittery on March 15th.  Since then, Leeward has added the South Berwick Community Food Pantry, St Mary’s Ecumenical Food Pantry in Wells, the Stone Soup Food Pantry in Biddeford, and Ethel’s Tree of Life in Kittery to their list of recipients.

“I don’t think we could meet the increase in demand without Leeward’s monthly contribution.  It’s a great feeling to know we will be able to buy enough quality food” said Barbara Fernald, Executive Director of the Footprints food pantry in Kittery.

Unlike many businesses in this economy, Leeward Landing has experienced an increase in sales and strong local support.  “We operated under a few basic rules - our store must be neat, clean and well organized.  Our prices must be lower than the larger thrift stores chains. We must treat the donations we receive as gifts and our customers should feel like welcomed guests.” explains Werner.

Werner also points out that due to the economy, cash donations to food pantries have fallen off.  Nearly everyone however has clothes or a few household items they no longer use.   Those items can be donated and reused by someone in need and the proceeds will benefit a local food pantry -“It’s really a rare case where everyone wins”.

About Leeward Industries, Inc.:

Leeward Industries, Inc is a 501c3 non-profit corporation operating chartable thrift stores in York, ME and Salisbury, MA.  Leeward accepts donations of gently used clothes, furniture and household items from local residents and businesses.  Donated items are processed and sold in the company’s retail stores and the proceeds help fund local charities such as food pantries.  

For more information contact Rob Werner at 978-758-6456 or visit www.leewardindustries.org.  To donate or volunteer stop by one of Leeward Industries’ stores; “Leeward Landing” # 4 Route 1 York, ME 207-361-4500 or ”Leeward Light”126 Bridge Rd Salisbury, MA 978-465-1141.  The stores are opened from 9am-5pm every day.

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Leeward Industries, Inc is a 501c3 non-profit corporation operating chartable thrift stores in York, ME and Salisbury, MA. Leeward accepts donations of gently used clothes, furniture and household items from local residents and businesses. Donated items are processed and sold in the company’s retail stores and the proceeds help fund local charities such as food pantries.

GiftstoIndia24x7.com introduces handmade cards for Rakhi

PRLog (Press Release) – Jul 27, 2009 – Raksha Bandhan is the festival that celebrates the limitless love between a brother and a sister. Since times immemorial, written words have been used for expressing heart felt human emotions. There are no better ways to convey greetings to a beloved brother or sister than by sending a handmade card. Courtesy Internet, the communication between any two corners of the world has become much faster and hassle free. To bond people emotionally there are a number of gift websites through which people can send their choicest gifts to their loved ones in India on special occasions like Rakhi. One of the many gifting options offered by these websites is Greetings Cards with cordial messages for chosen ones.
Giftstoindia24x7.com is one such site which specializes in sending hand made cards as gifts to India at the minimum possible time with the best possible packaging to ensure complete customer satisfaction.
This Rakhi season the company has launched a whole lot of innovative gift ideas to offer the customers a variety of choices. Among these, handmade Rakhi cards form a significant part. It is an effective medium through which the siblings staying abroad, can convey their heart felt emotions on the auspicious occasion of Rakhi. These handmade cards carry the personalized touch with the feeling of earnest longing. They are meant to capture the festive feel of this occasion by the use of copious colours and  blissful language. The beautiful emotional bondage that exists between a brother and a sister is articulated by the use of words. These cards carry the ethnic touch along with the essence of fraternity very typical of Rakhi.
According to company officials, through these specially designed handmade Rakhi cards the company intends to offer the siblings an outlet to shower their ardent love for each other by using those magical words which are reciprocated on Rakhi. The CEO of Giftstoindia24x7.com, Mr Amit Desai says in this regard '' With every gift we promise to send precious emotions, bridging the gap between loved ones. These handmade cards on Rakhi are one such means by which siblings can strengthen their mutual bond."

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GiftstoIndia24x7 is one of the leading gift portals in India. The company has a wide network that is very helpful in timely delivery of gifts in any part of the country.