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Eureka, CA resident wins Resort Maps’ Best Worst Trip contest.

WAITSFIELD, VERMONT…

The best thing about a bad vacation or trip is that at some point they have to end. Yet for Eureka, California resident Jennifer Morey, her tale of vacation woe from a family trip overseas in the 1980s earned her first prize in Resort Maps Best Worst Trip contest, a $100 American Express gift certificate.

“I never win anything, so having the best worst story is something,” said Morey. “The last half of the trip itself was such a nightmare, it’s great that I can laugh about it later and take my family out for a nice meal. Still, it would have been much nicer if things went differently.” 

Morey’s story involved a family trip to China and Thailand in 1986. While heeding advice not to drink the hotel water, Morey slipped up when she used the tap water to wet her toothbrush. What ensued was what the hotel doctor referred to as, “the worst case of dysentery he had seen.”

So while my family was taking in the sights in Thailand, including the Bridge on the River Kwai from the famous movie, I was stuck in the hotel room,” continued Morey. “None of the traditional stuff like Immodium or Pepto Bismol worked. Desperate, I took some Valium, which, remarkably, they sell over the counter in Thailand, or at least they did back then. It worked, but by then it was time to go home.”

“Jennifer’s story really hit home for the judges for a number of reasons,” said Peter Hans, president of Resort Maps Franchise, Inc. “Most notably, it’s an awful story to travel that far and have it spoiled by being sick. Second, that it’s a memorable story. Who knows if she would be talking about the family trip to Thailand and China nearly 25 years later if she had not had that experience. And that’s what makes it a worthy winner.”

The first runner-up in Resort Maps Best Worst Trip story belonged to Susan Klein, director of the Mad River Chamber of Commerce in Waitsfield, Vermont. Her story of snow in southern California and icy conditions in Maui earned her a one-year membership to the Arbor Day Foundation. As part of that member, she’ll have the option of receiving 10 free trees or donating those 10 trees to a damaged forest.

“We’d like to thank all the entrants who participated in the Best Worst Trip contest,” said Hans. “While it’s unfortunate only two people could ‘win’, hopefully those worst trips are a lot less painful in the rearview mirror.”

Resort Maps is the creator of 98 customized travel maps across the United States, England, Costa Rica and Puerto Rico. Resort Maps are colorful, hand-drawn maps of towns and cities, distributed free to area visitors at rest and travel information areas as well by advertisers. Each map features local attractions, restaurants, accommodations, retail shops, marinas, real estate and other services. Each advertiser on the map is represented with a display ad surrounding the perimeter of the map, including a color-coded grid locator and their actual building drawn, highlighted and labeled, making it easy to locate.

In addition, Resort Maps are also available on-line at www.resortmaps.com. These interactive maps allow the viewer to read a description of each business as they scroll over each building and to connect to the website of the business for further information. 

For information on how to advertise on Resort Maps, please visit www.resortmaps.com.

About Resort Maps

Headquartered in the Green Mountains of Vermont, Resort Maps has been creating and publishing advertising maps in the northeastern U.S. since 1986. In 1993, Resort Maps expanded its reach by creating a franchise model for distribution of its colorful, hand-drawn maps of resort towns and cities. Today, that network of franchises has grown to 98 Resort Maps in publication in the US, Puerto Rico, Costa Rica and the UK, with several more in the process of being published. More than 18 million Resort Maps will be printed and distributed in 2010.

For more information on Resort Maps and/or the franchise opportunity, visit www.resortmaps.com or call 802-496-6277.

Resort Maps franchises serve cities and towns in California (Carmel, Monterey), Colorado (Boulder, Breckenridge, Cherry Creek, Colorado Springs, Denver, Eagle River Valley, Estes Park, Fort Collins, Summit County), Delaware (Bethany Beach, Rehoboth Beach), Florida (Clearwater Beach and Gulf Beaches, Cocoa Beach, Daytona Beach, Melbourne, New Smyrna Beach, St. Augustine, Tarpon Springs), Georgia (Savannah/Tybee Island), Maine (Bar Harbor/Acadia, Boothbay region, Camden-Rockland, Kennebunkport, Kittery, Portland, York-Ogunquit), Maryland (Annapolis, Eastern Shore, Ocean City, Solomons Island, St. Mary’s County), Massachusetts (Berkshires, Chatham-Orleans, Falmouth, Hyannis-Yarmouth, Martha’s Vineyard, Newburyport,/a>, Plymouth, Sturbridge, Worcester), Michigan (Traverse City, The Petoskey Area), New Hampshire (Franconia/Notch Region, Hampton Beach, Hanover/Lebanon, Keene, Lakes Region, Mount Washington Valley, Portsmouth), New Jersey (Barnegat Bay, Cape May, Hoboken/Jersey City, Hunterdon, Lambertville, Long Beach Island,/a>, Ocean Grove, Point Pleasant, Princeton, Sandy Hook), New York ( The Hamptons, Lake George, Lake Placid, Saratoga Springs), North Carolina (Asheville, Brunswick County, Hendersonville, Outer Banks, Salisbury and Rowan County, Sandhills, Wilmington), Pennsylvania (Bucks County, Chestnut Hill, Delaware River Valley, Gettysburg, The Main Line), Rhode Island (Newport, Providence), South Carolina (Charleston, Hilton Head, Myrtle Beach), Tennessee (Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge), Vermont (Addison County/Brandon, Barre/Montpelier, Burlington, Killington/Rutland, Mad River Valley, Manchester, Mount Snow, Okemo, Smugglers’ Notch, Stowe, Waterbury/Richmond, Woodstock/Quechee) and Virginia (Northern Neck & Middle Peninsula) —as well as towns and cities in England (Chichester, Lewes) , Puerto Rico (Vieques, Culebra, San Juan) and Costa Rica (Escazu & Santa Ana).

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More than the Shore…. eLove opens matchmaking office in Saddlebrook, New Jersey.

SADDLEBROOK, NEW JERSEY AND NORWELL, MASSACHUSETTS…

eLove, the first company within the dating industry offering both online dating and matchmaking services, recently opened matchmaking offices in Saddle Brook, New Jersey, Park 80 Plaza West, Plaza 2, Suite 200, Saddle Brook, New Jersey.  

“Contrary to the popularity of MTV’s Jersey Shore, there’s a lot more to finding that special somebody than hitting the club scene down the Shore,” said Paul A. Falzone, CEO of eLove, one of the largest online dating and matchmaking services in the world. “We’ve been helping singles find their soulmates for the better part of four decades and we’re delighted to bring that service to New Jersey.”

In addition to a brick-and-mortar matchmaking service, eLove also offers online dating services. To find out more, visit www.elove.com. To arrange a consultation with a professional matchmaker or for membership, contact eLove toll-free at 877–356-8370

For a free copy of Paul A. Falzone’s book “eLove: A Singles Guide”, please visit www.elovesuccess.com.

eLove is all you need

eLove, the next evolution in dating, has arrived.  eLove is the first “life stage company” within the dating industry to provide different levels of dating services, from internet to traditional matchmaking, based on how serious singles are about meeting their soul mate.  Never before has a dating service catered so completely to everyone regardless of their age, sex, or relationship goals. With matchmaking offices in 21 states and an online dating network of more than three million singles worldwide, eLove is everything that singles have been wishing for whether they are looking for casual dating or a serious, committed relationship.                                                                                    

eLove’s Matchmaking Service offices are located in:  Arkansas (Bentonville, Fort Smith, Little Rock); California (Palo Alto, Sacramento, Walnut Creek); Connecticut (Glastonbury, Stamford); Illinois (Chicago, Downers Grove, Normal, Northbrook, Rockford); Indiana (Carmel, Ft. Wayne); Kansas (Overland Park, Wichita); Kentucky (Louisville); Maryland (Columbia, Frederick); Massachusetts (Newton, Norwell, Shrewsbury, Woburn); Michigan (Bingham Farms); Missouri (Springfield, St. Louis); Nebraska (Lincoln, Omaha); New Jersey (Saddle Brook); Nevada (Las Vegas); Ohio (Cincinnati); Oklahoma (Oklahoma City, Tulsa); Pennsylvania (Mechanicsburg); Rhode Island (Warwick); South Carolina (Greenville); Tennessee (Memphis, Franklin); Texas (Austin, San Antonio); Virginia (Falls Church, Richmond); Wisconsin (Appleton, Elm Grove, Madison). 

For more information on eLove, visit www.elove.com.

 

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Old Colony Elder Services launches new “Sponsor A Senior” Program

Massachusetts ranks as the 39th highest state for seniors suffering from food insecurity. Currently, Old Colony Elder Services (OCES), a non-profit Aging Services Access Point (ASAP) located in Brockton, delivers more than 1,100 meals to seniors and individuals with disabilities each day. But, the need keeps on growing and OCES is appealing to the community for support with the launch of their “Sponsor A Senior” Program.

OCES provided 335,000 meals last year and anticipates a significant increased need during 2010. Funding constraints and the current economic climate make it difficult to keep up with demand. The Sponsor A Senior program is an ongoing fundraiser that will support OCES’ Nutrition Program and help to offset costs while ensuring that no senior goes hungry.

How it Works

Individuals and businesses may Sponsor A Senior by making a donations at sponsorship levels are as follows:

One week of meals – $35

One month of meals – $140

One year of meals – $1,680

Each donation made will benefit a local senior. All donations to the Sponsor A Senior program are tax-deductible. Checks or money orders made payable to Old Colony Elder Services can be mailed to:

Sponsor A Senior

Old Colony Elder Services

P.O. Box 4469, 144 Main St.

Brockton, MA 02303-4469

Through OCES’ Nutrition Program, nutritious meals are provided to low-income, frail elders and individuals with disabilities. Many face obstacles that include mental and physical problems, financial strain and the loss of companions and friends. OCES’ Nutrition Program promotes better health through improved nutrition and social contact, which helps keep individuals in their homes rather than institutions.

“Individuals and area businesses CAN make a difference in the life of an elderly family member, friend or neighbor. The Sponsor A Senior program is a tremendous way for people and businesses to give back to the community,” explained Diana DiGiorgi, Executive Director of OCES.

For questions about the Sponsor A Senior program, contact Old Colony Elder Services at (508) 584-1561.

About OCES
Incorporated in 1974, Old Colony Elder Services is one of 27 private, non-profit Aging Services Access Points (ASAPs) in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
OCES offers a number of programs to serve seniors, individuals with disabilities, their families and caregivers such as Family Caregiver; Adult Family Care; Supportive Housing; Nutrition; Money Management; Protective Services; Home Care and more.

OCES offers these programs in the towns of Abington, Avon, Bridgewater, Brockton, Carver, Duxbury, East Bridgewater, Easton, Halifax, Hanover, Hanson, Kingston, Lakeville, Marshfield, Middleboro, Pembroke, Plymouth, Plympton, Rockland, Stoughton, Wareham, West Bridgewater and Whitman.

The organization’s mission is to provide services that support the dignity and independence of elders by helping them maximize their quality of life; live safely and in good health; and, prevent unnecessary or premature institutionalization.

In 2009, OCES was honored with the Metro-South Chamber of Commerce’s “Economic Impact Award”. The agency has 140 employees. For more information call (508) 584-1561 or visit the website at www.oldcolonyelderservices.org.

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There’s no gambling on love in Connecticut. eLove opens matchmaking offices in Glastonbury and Stamford, CT.

STAMFORD AND GLASTONBURY, CONNECTICUT AND NORWELL, MASSACHUSETTS…

eLove, the first company within the dating industry offering both online dating and matchmaking services, recently opened matchmaking offices in Stamford, Connecticut at 1266 East Main Street and Glastonbury, Connecticut at 2389 Main Street.

“A lot of people come down to Connecticut to gamble at Foxwoods or Mohegan Sun. But when it comes to finding that special someone, you want as close to a sure thing as you can get,” said Paul A. Falzone, CEO of eLove, one of the largest online dating and matchmaking services in the world. “We’ve been helping singles find their soulmates for the better part of four decades and we’re delighted to bring that service to Connecticut.”

In addition to a brick-and-mortar matchmaking service, eLove also offers online dating services. To find out more, visit www.elove.com. To arrange a consultation with a professional matchmaker or for membership, contact eLove toll-free at 800-356-8370

For a free copy of Paul A. Falzone’s book “eLove: A Singles Guide”, please visit www.elovesuccess.com.                                                                                                                

eLove is all you need

eLove, the next evolution in dating, has arrived.  eLove is the first “life stage company” within the dating industry to provide different levels of dating services, from internet to traditional matchmaking, based on how serious singles are about meeting their soul mate.  Never before has a dating service catered so completely to everyone regardless of their age, sex, or relationship goals. With matchmaking offices in 21 states and an online dating network of more than three million singles worldwide, eLove is everything that singles have been wishing for whether they are looking for casual dating or a serious, committed relationship.                                                                                     

eLove’s Matchmaking Service offices are located in:  Arkansas (Bentonville, Fort Smith, Little Rock); California (Palo Alto, Sacramento, Walnut Creek); Connecticut (Glastonbury, Stamford); Illinois (Chicago, Downers Grove, Normal, Northbrook, Rockford); Indiana (Carmel, Ft. Wayne); Kansas (Overland Park, Wichita); Kentucky (Louisville); Maryland (Columbia, Frederick); Massachusetts (Newton, Norwell, Shrewsbury, Woburn); Michigan (Bingham Farms); Missouri (Springfield, St. Louis); Nebraska (Lincoln, Omaha); New Jersey (Saddle Brook); Nevada (Las Vegas); Ohio (Cincinnati); Oklahoma (Oklahoma City, Tulsa); Pennsylvania (Mechanicsburg); Rhode Island (Warwick); South Carolina (Greenville); Tennessee (Memphis, Franklin); Texas (Austin, San Antonio); Virginia (Falls Church, Richmond); Wisconsin (Appleton, Elm Grove, Madison).

For more information on eLove, visit www.elove.com.

 

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South Shore Skin Center to Hold Open House at New Plymouth Location on June 2nd

South Shore Skin Center, one of the most progressive dermatology practices in Massachusetts serving thousands of patients south of Boston, will hold an Open House on Wednesday, June 2nd from 5 to 8 p.m., at their new location at One Scobee Circle, Unit 3 in Plymouth.

Along with 12 state-of-the-art medical and surgical rooms, the practice is proud to unveil their brand new cosmetic dermatology spa at the Open House. Refreshments will be served, raffles held and prizes drawn.

South Shore Skin Center recently moved their Plymouth practice from 45 Resnik Road to the newly constructed 20,000 square-foot medical building at One Scobee Circle. The practice now occupies the entire 6,600 square-foot third floor of the three-story building that is situated on the corner of Resnik Road.

South Shore Skin Center has grown significantly over the past 25 years. The practice has a staff of 38 comprised of five physicians including Dr. Eisen, Dr. Ramzi Saad, Dr. Katherine Ayers, Dr. Emily Tierney and Dr. William Stocker; four physician assistants; three cosmetic nurse specialists; three estheticians and other staff members.

South Shore Skin Center patients and their family members as well as friends and associates are welcome to attend the Open House. RSVP to Cheryl at (508) 503-8531.

South Shore Skin Center

South Shore Skin Center is one of Massachusetts’ most progressive dermatology practices offering a wide range of medical, surgical and cosmetic services. The practice has attained and maintained an “A” rating on Angies List Health.

Having outgrown their previous office at Resnik Road in Plymouth, South Shore Skin Center has recently relocated to the 6,600 square-foot third floor of One Scobee Circle in Plymouth.

South Shore Skin Center’s cosmetic services include Fraxel re:pair and re:store; Gentle YAG, innovative Laser, IPL (Intensive Pulse Light), Thermage and treatments for age spots, acne scarring, birth marks, tattoos and more. The practice also offers a full range of affordable anti-aging services including Botox, Radiesse, Sculptra and other wrinkle fillers, Microdermabrasion, laser skin resurfacing and chemical peels. Anti-Aging and Cosmetic treatments are both safer and more effective when administered at a physician’s office such as South Shore Skin Center and Spa.

South Shore Skin Center offices are located at 223 Chief Justice Cushing Highway, Suite 202 in Cohasset, Mass. (781) 383-3340, and One Scobee Circle in Plymouth, Mass., (508) 747-0711. For more information, visit the website at www.southshoreskincenter.com.

Drs. Saad & Eisen at the new Plymouth office

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Old Colony Elder Services Calls for Sponsors & Restaurant Vendors for Fundraising Event on June 26th

Old Colony Elder Services, (OCES), serving elders, their families and caregivers in 23 towns in Southeastern Massachusetts, is holding their first annual “Cooking for a Cause” fundraising event to support the Nutrition Program on June 26th. Sponsors and restaurant vendors are needed. This event is open to the public.

The number of seniors throughout the area in need of meals is growing. OCES supports these seniors by providing healthy meals to them every day through the Nutrition Program’s congregate meal sites and Meals on Wheels. OCES has developed the “Cooking for a Cause” fundraiser to support and maintain the Nutrition program.

“Cooking for a Cause” is a family-friendly event that will offer something for everyone. Attendees will enjoy samples of cuisine from restaurants throughout Southeastern Mass., entertainment by the Baha Brothers, face painting for children as well as great raffles. The event will be held from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. at the Middleboro Council on Aging located at 558 Plymouth Street in Middleboro.

OCES is looking to recruit area restaurants. Several have already signed up including: Burrito Wraps of Brockton, RooBar in Plymouth, Veronica’s Treats of Middleboro, Mike’s House of Pizza in Hanson, Lindley Food Service of Connecticut (the caterer for Meals on Wheels), BJ’s Wholesale of Stoughton, Hideaway Restaurant in Middleboro and the Middleboro Council on Aging.

Sponsors are also needed. Sponsorship levels vary from the “Bronze Baker” $500 commitment to the “Platinum Platter” $5,000 commitment. Event program advertisements are also available. Sponsors who RSVP immediately will be included on all marketing materials.

“Because of increasing costs and budget cuts, OCES cannot keep up with the demand of the growing senior population and increasing needs. The competition for grants is tough and we needed to find a way to raise the additional funds necessary to keep the Nutrition Program running. The number of seniors who rely on Meals on the Wheels and the congregate meal sites is growing exponentially and it’s imperative that we have an initiative in place so no senior goes hungry,” explained Diana DiGiorgi, Executive Director of OCES.

Interested vendors and potential sponsors should contact Lucille Dallaire at OCES (508) 584-1561.

About OCES
Incorporated in 1974, Old Colony Elder Services is one of 27 private, non-profit Aging Services Access Points (ASAPs) in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
OCES offers a number of programs to serve seniors, individuals with disabilities, their families and caregivers such as Family Caregiver; Adult Family Care; Supportive Housing; Nutrition; Money Management; Protective Services; Home Care and more.

OCES offers these programs in the towns of Abington, Avon, Bridgewater, Brockton, Carver, Duxbury, East Bridgewater, Easton, Halifax, Hanover, Hanson, Kingston, Lakeville, Marshfield, Middleboro, Pembroke, Plymouth, Plympton, Rockland, Stoughton, Wareham, West Bridgewater and Whitman.

The organization’s mission is to provide services that support the dignity and independence of elders by helping them maximize their quality of life; live safely and in good health; and, prevent unnecessary or premature institutionalization.

In 2009, OCES was honored with the Metro-South Chamber of Commerce’s “Economic Impact Award”. The agency has 140 employees. For more information call (508) 584-1561 or visit the website at www.oldcolonyelderservices.org.

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Hingham-based aNetworks Acquires Quincy IT Firm

Hingham, MA based aNetworks, a leading provider of Outsourced IT Management, announced the acquisition of GoriLAN Inc. of Quincy, Massachusetts.

GoriLAN, an Outsourced IT Management Company with annual sales of more than $1M, served a client base that includes Commonwealth Hematology-Oncology (CHO) of Quincy, the largest community-based private cancer provider with nine locations in the New England area. aNetworks will provide CHO with their unique “aManage” complete care program, which has an all-inclusive, guaranteed one-price that offers an array of essential IT services.

For more than 13 years, aNetworks has been providing IT solutions to companies throughout New England. As a complete IT solution provider, aNetworks specializes in full service programs for small and medium-sized businesses. Service plans include a fixed fee option that never fluctuates regardless of how many service calls their clients may have.

“This acquisition was a strategic move that will prove to be a win-win for us as well as GoriLAN’s former clients,” explained Bill Minahan, CEO of aNetworks Inc. “As our current clients already know, aNetworks provides solutions and service with the goal of improving IT performance, eliminating down time and reducing anxiety. Our team is trained to proactively monitor clients’ networks and to provide an immediate response to critical incidents, which is imperative to client operations. Traditional IT service models work in direct relation to human resources they make available to the client. If a client had a problem, the firm would increase the number of service technicians, which drove up cost. One of the prime ways to address budgets is by reducing the escalating cost associated with traditional IT service models. This is where aNetworks is significantly different from traditional IT providers. We manage and support client infrastructures proactively while charging a flat rate for our services.”

aNetwork offers Solutions that include: aWatch, aManage, Backup with Disaster Recovery, Email Filtering, Email Encryption, Network, Desktop and Server service and support.

The goal of aNetworks is to provide top-notch service while proactively managing, securing and improving on their networks to keep IT problems at bay.

aNetworks is located at 160 Old Derby Street, Suite 112 in Hingham. For more information, visit their website at www.anetworks.net or call (781) 871-0709.

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Crescent Ridge Dairy Wins “Green Packy” Award

Crescent Ridge Dairy, providers of wholesome, small batch milk and quality provisions to more than 70 Boston-area communities via home delivery service and Whole Foods Markets, has been awarded the “Green Packy” award.

The Green Packy award, otherwise known as the Responsible Packaging Award, was presented to Crescent Ridge by Sustainable Bizness Practices for their commitment to using reusable, refillable, and returnable-to-the-store glass beverage (quart and 1/2 gallon size) bottles. Crescent Ridge was recognized with this coveted award for their service to 16 Whole Foods Markets in MA and RI.

The Green Packy awards were sponsored by Whole Foods Markets, Whole Food Markets Green Mission, United Natural Foods, Inc. (UNFI) and the Food Trade Sustainability Leadership Association (FTSLA). According to Sustainable Bizness, the Green Packy awards are based on the Responsible Packaging Guidelines for the Organic Industry. It has been a collaboration headed by Whole Foods Markets Green Mission’s Responsible Packaging Forum at Natural Products Expos West and East over the past four years.

Recipients of the award must meet three key requirements in responsible packaging: ecological principles; transparency of content and process and extended product responsibility. Crescent Ridge was among only 19 others nationwide receiving a Green Packy award at Natural Products Expo West held at the Anaheim Convention Center in California.

Mark Parrish, president and third generation of the Parrish family to run Crescent Ridge commented, “We are honored to receive the ‘Green Packy’ award. It’s a distinction that truly sets us apart from our competitors on the dairy shelves. Consumers today are much more savvy about packaging materials and their concern goes beyond recycling. They want to know that they are purchasing a product that has proven it has met sustainability criteria. Crescent Ridge has done just that. We’ve been providing milk and other beverages in reusable, returnable glass bottles since 1932. You could say we were in on the ground floor.”

About Sustainable Bizness Practices

Sustainable Bizness Practices has organized, driven, and guided the Green Mission at Whole Foods Stores. To learn more about the Green Packy awards and Sustainable Bizness Practices, visit the website at www.sustainablebizness.com.

A Dairy of Distinction

Crescent Ridge Dairy has been providing small batch milk and quality provisions to customers since 1932. From Carlisle to Middleboro and Hopkinton to Hingham, Crescent Ridge serves more than 70 communities throughout the Boston area. The family-owned and operated company provides the convenience, quality and customer care demanded in today’s busy lifestyles.

Crescent Ridge is best known for their creamy, delicious hormone (rBST) free milk in environmentally-friendly glass bottles. Over the years, Crescent Ridge’s home delivery product line has grown to include wholesome USDA Choice beef, all-natural chicken raised without antibiotics, top quality seafood and more than 150 other quality provisions. Crescent Ridge has been named a “Dairy of Distinction” by the Massachusetts Farm Bureau and been awarded the Massachusetts Family Business award by the Northeastern University Center for Family Business. Crescent Ridge ice cream was named one of the “10 Best Ice Creams in the World” in National Geographic magazine’s “The 10 Best of Everything: An Ultimate Guide for Travelers.”

In addition to home delivery service, Crescent Ridge has two Dairy Bars offering 44 flavors of delicious award winning homemade ice cream and frozen yogurt. Dairy Bars are located at 407 Bay Road in Sharon and 176 South Franklin Street in Holbrook. Crescent Ridge is headquartered at 355 Bay Road in Sharon, Mass. For more information, contact 800-660-2740 or visit the website at www.crescentridge.com.

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A green investment… DirectBuy of DuPage County donation to Arbor Day Foundation to help replant trees in damaged forests.

CHICAGO, GURNEE, HOFFMAN ESTATES, NAPERVILLE, TINLEY PARK, IL …

To help celebrate the 40th anniversary of Earth Day, DirectBuy of DuPage County hosted two Green Energy Seminars for its members. And while attendees learned how to run their homes more efficiently and take advantage of government appliance rebates, Club Owner Jeremy Vest felt a grander green gesture was in order. To that end, he donated $100 to the Arbor Day Foundation’s Replanting Our National Forests program.

In cooperation with the U.S. Forest Service and the National Association of State Foresters, the Arbor Day Foundation is planting new trees in U.S. forests damaged by natural and other catastrophes (e.g. California wildfires). For every $1 donated, one tree will be planted in these damaged forests. DirectBuy of DuPage County’s contribution represents 100 new trees to be planted in one of these damaged forests.

“We applaud our members’ efforts to educate themselves on how they can run their homes in a more energy-efficient manner and what better way to recognize greener living than planting a tree,” said Vest.

Build Energy Experts, LLC, the industry leading Building Energy Auditor, Energy Retrofit, LED Lighting, and Alternative Energy specialist for government, commercial, and residential applications, conducted the two Green Energy sessions. Topics covered included:

  • Incentives (tax incentives, grants, Homestar)
  • Energy Audits
  • Weatherization (insulation; energy-efficient remodeling)
  • Whole House Ventilation System
  • LED Lighting
  • Renewable Energy
    • Solar Photovoltaic
    • Domestic Hot Water Solar Systems
    • Wind Energy
    • Geo Thermal Heating and Cooling

“We pride ourselves on helping our members save money on their home improvement projects and home furnishings,” said Vest. “By offering seminars like this, we not only enhance the value of their membership, but give them the resources to reduce their carbon footprint.”

For more than 39 years, DirectBuy Clubs have offered members the opportunity to enjoy enormous savings on home furnishings, home improvement items, entertainment and outdoor products, flooring, and accessories by purchasing from more than 700 brand-name manufacturers or authorized suppliers. With several convenient locations in the greater Chicago area (Chicago, Gurnee, Hoffman Estates, Naperville, and Tinley Park), consumers can enjoy a comfortable, country club setting, where they finally have the financial control of buying direct.

For more information on a DirectBuy membership, you can visit http://www.directbuycares.com.

About DirectBuy Club

Since 1971, DirectBuy has helped hundreds of thousands of families enjoy a better quality of life, enabling them to buy directly from more than 700 manufacturers or their authorized suppliers. Buying direct makes members’ hard-earned money go much further, while having the selection and choice not available at any retail store. Access to confidential prices, local suppliers, and unparalleled selection helps make members’ dream projects a reality. The DirectBuy Clubs serving the greater Chicago area are part of more than 150 locations throughout North America.

Consumers interested in becoming members may obtain a Visitor’s Pass to attend an Open House by visiting http://www.directbuy.com. 

Locations of the DirectBuy clubs serving the greater Chicago area are: DirectBuy of Hoffman Estates, 2200 Stonington Ave Ste. 150, Hoffman Estates, IL; DirectBuy of Chicago North, 6325 North Avondale Ste. 110, Chicago, IL; DirectBuy of DuPage County, 1864 High Grove Lane Ste. 124, Naperville, IL; DirectBuy of Lake County, 3900 Washington Street, Gurnee, IL; and DirectBuy of Tinley Park, 18400 S. 76th Avenue Ste. B, Tinley Park, IL.

To learn more about the superior value and benefits of a DirectBuy membership, visit www.directbuycares.com.

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