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Webster One Source of Hanson and West Boylston Announces New Sign Service
Webster One Source, providers of fine commercial printing and complete mailing/fulfillment services, has recently announced they will provide the full range of commercial sign service at their Hanson and West Boylston locations.
Webster One Source has heavily invested in brand new signage equipment for the production of all types of commercial signs. Webster One Source has established a new Sign Department and will cater to commercial clients seeking all types of signage. The company can take care of all production, from removable custom wall and floor graphics, window signs, tradeshows and banners to POP and vehicle graphics. Webster One Source can print directly on any substrate from vinyl to wood, even glass and utilizes custom router cutting to any shape. They also provide service and installation.
A True Color House
Webster One Source is an independent, “brand insurance” graphics company that assures consistency whether producing printed matter via offset, digital or inkjet technology. Webster can die cut, route and automate the finishing work, which in turn allows them to offer the client more cost-effective pricing than their competitors.
The company plans on developing a sign showroom in each of their locations for customers who need hands-on consultation.
“Using the basketball term, the creation of signs is a ‘lay-up’ for us. We’re already providing comprehensive commercial print services to our clients and it just makes sense for us to meet their signage needs. Webster has become a true color house, which means we match color expertly across all offset, ink jet and digital platforms,” explained Ernie Foster, president of Webster One Source.
For more information, contact Webster One Source at 781-447-5484 or visit the website at websteronesource.com.
One Source. Unlimited Possibilities™
Since 1955, Webster One Source has provided fine commercial printing to local, regional and national clients. Led by Ernie Foster, a Worcester native, Webster One Source, was formerly known as Webster Printing and Mailing of Hanson and Webster Fulfillment of Worcester before the two merged in 2008.
Renowned as a “one-stop-shop” and named a “Boston Top 25 Printer” by the Boston Business Journal, Webster One Source’s niche is “space on demand” storage along with complete fulfillment “pick/pack” services. Their complete suite of services includes digital and offset printing; next generation online print solutions and e-procurement; commercial sign solutions; storage and fulfillment; distribution and warehousing; full-service bindery; integrated marketing support and complete direct mail solutions.
One of the first green printers in the area, Webster One Source is an FSC Certified printer. Additionally, the company has recently invested $3M in new environmentally friendly presses that use fewer chemicals and less energy.
Webster One Source is located at 1069 West Washington Street in Hanson and 100 Hartwell Street in West Boylston. For more information, contact the Hanson office at 781-447-5484 or West Boylston office at 508-835-6234 or visit www.websteronesource.com.
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ATHENAEUM readies for Hingham’s first skate park, opening ahead of the park on November 26 at 10 at Hingham’s Derby Street Shoppes.
HINGHAM, MA…
ATHENAEUM, a completely new concept in retail skateboard and longboard stores, opens is doors on Black Friday, November 26, at Hingham’s Derby Street Shoppes.
ATHENAEUM opened its first store located in Boston 18 months ago. The new Hingham location is the beginning of an exciting growth plan for New England. Over the next few years, several stores are projected to open in Massachusetts.
“We are very excited we will be open just a few short months ahead of Hingham’s first skatepark,” said Jeff Brink, Store Manager. “The Derby Street Shoppes is a perfect location for us, just a few miles from the skate park. The newly built park will attract families across the South Shore of Massachusetts and Cape Cod. ATHENAEUM will blend well in the Derby Street community. We are bringing a truly high quality skateboard store to the community.”
Professional Riders and Top Brands
With professional riders at the helm, skaters, as well as their parents will be able to seek advice on their new set ups from riders they have come to idolize on popular media outlets like YouTube and Vimeo. “Not only can I advise them on their components and then build their board, but I can send them out of the store with a free ATHENAEUM t-shirt signed by me!” said Dane Webber, a professional rider for Loaded Boards, who will co-manage the Hingham location.
The Hingham store will carry a very large skateboard and longboard inventory normally only found at the online stores. More than 15 unique brands of skateboard decks including Plan B, Element, Girl, Foundation and Zoo York will be sold at ATHENAEUM.
The store opens at 10:00am with gifts for skaters…. and future skaters
The store opens at 10:00 am. Free gifts will be offered, including ATHENAEUM t-shirts that can be signed by the pros, and ATHENAEUM stickers. On-site digital photography and videography professionals will photograph fans. “ATHENAEUM will be a welcome, fresh, retail use for the center,” said Carolyn Kennedy, Director of Lifestyle Centers, WS Development. “It will not only fill the need for skateboarders using the newly built Steve Carson Skateboard Park, but create a new destination for all boarders on the South Shore.”
See more information on ATHENAEUM by visiting Twitter @ athenaeumstores, Facebook, or ATHENAEUM’s website.
About ATHENAEUM:
With corporate headquarters in Boston, MA, ATHENAEUM reinvented the skateboard shopping experience by opening its first location in Boston, 18 months ago, exclusively carrying hard goods in quantities and selections only previously found online. From store layout to exceptional customer service, to its lounge inspired atmosphere with it’s own Internet lounge, video gaming systems and huge flat screen TVs in each store.
ATHENAEUM is not just a store, but also a hangout, a learning center and a social club for skaters of all ages.
$5 Fundraising Calendars Help Local Seniors in Crisis Situations
In an effort to raise money for seniors in crisis situations, Old Colony Elder Services (OCES), a private, non-profit Aging Services Access Point (ASAP) located in Brockton, is now offering Fundraising Calendars for $5 each.
Fundraising calendars are available throughout November, December and January. Proceeds from the calendars go towards food, fuel and medications for seniors who are on a fixed income and in a crisis situation. A total of $1,700 in cash prizes will be awarded beginning in February. One winner will be selected per day. Cash prize values vary. Winners will be notified by phone and posted online at www.oldcolonyelderservices.org.
To obtain a Fundraising Calendar, contact OCES at (508) 584-1561 or send an email to LDallaire@oldcolonyelderservices.org.
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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Rodman & Rodman Named Best Accounting Firm to Work For
Rodman & Rodman P.C., located in Braintree and Newton, was recently named as one of the 2010 Best Accounting Firms to Work for. The annual list of “Best Accounting Firms” was created by Accounting Today and Best Companies Group.
This survey and award program was designed to identify, recognize and honor the best places of employment in the accounting industry, benefiting the nation’s economy, its workforce and businesses. The Best Accounting Firms to Work for list is made up of a total of 100 companies, split into three groups: 45 small-sized companies (15-49 employees), 45 medium-sized companies (50-249 employees) and 10 large-sized companies (more than 250 employees). Rodman & Rodman has been named one of the Best Accounting Firms to Work for in the small category.
To be considered for participation, companies had to fulfill the following eligibility requirements:
– Be a for-profit or not-for-profit business;
– Be a publicly or privately held business;
– Have a facility in the United States;
– Have at least 15 employees working in the United States;
– Must be in business a minimum of 1 year;
– Be an accounting firm.
Accounting firms from across the country entered the two-part survey process to determine the Best Accounting Firms to Work for. The first part consisted of evaluating each nominated firm’s workplace policies, practices, philosophy, systems and demographics. The second part consisted of an employee survey to measure the employee experience. The combined scores determined the top firms and the final ranking. Best Companies Group managed the overall registration, survey and analysis process and determined the final rankings.
The ranking of the 3rd annual Best Accounting Firms to Work for will be unveiled at an awards ceremony during Accounting Today’s Growth & Profitability Summit on November 17th at the Wynn Resort in Las Vegas. The list-making firms will also be published in the December 13th issue of Accounting Today.
For more information on the Best Accounting Firms to Work for program, visit www.BestAccountingFirmstoWorkfor.com.
Rodman & Rodman has also been named as one of the Top 50 Firms by the Boston Business Journal.
Rodman & Rodman, P.C.
Founded in 1961, Rodman & Rodman, P.C. provides accounting, tax and business services to small and medium-sized companies throughout New England. With offices in Newton and Braintree, Rodman & Rodman focuses on strategic planning – going beyond traditional accounting services and taking a proactive approach when serving clients to increase, preserve and sustain clients’ financial net worth.
Rodman & Rodman P.C has been listed in the Top 50 Firms by the Boston Business Journal. From business valuations, taxation, audits, fraud detection and prevention services and succession planning to a variety of accounting IT services including software selection, implementation and training, the team at Rodman & Rodman serves as comprehensive advisors to clients. For individual clients, the company offers personal advisory services such as planning for real estate transactions, obtaining financing, estate planning and retirement planning as well as planning for college education. Rodman & Rodman Certified Public Accountants are located at 3 Newton Executive Park in Newton and 25 Braintree Hill Office Park in Braintree, Mass. For more information, visit their website at www.rodmancpa.com or contact (617) 965-5959.
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Your new travel guide…Craig Caldwell takes over operations of the Dennis-Harwich-Brewster, Mass. Resort Map.
- Craig Caldwell of Resort Maps
HARWICH, MASSACHUSETTS AND WAITSFIELD, VERMONT…
Resort Maps, creator of more than 100 customized travel maps across the United States, England, Costa Rica and Puerto Rico, recently announced Craig Caldwell as the new owner of the Dennis-Harwich-Brewster Resort Maps franchise. The Harwich, Mass. resident took over the Dennis-Harwich-Brewster, MA Resort Map from Gerry Pelissier last month.
Resort Maps are colorful, hand-drawn maps of towns and cities, distributed free to area visitors at travel information and rest areas as well at advertiser locations. The Dennis-Harwich-Brewster map highlights local attractions and things to do, restaurants, accommodations, retail shops, real estate and other services in these towns. 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 hand-drawn, highlighted and labeled, making it easy to locate.
“The Resort Maps opportunity is a great fit for me, both professionally and personally,” said Caldwell, who is an artist and owns the Herring River Studios in Harwich. “My first objective is to incorporate more beach locations into the current version of the map and make it even more useful for travelers and locals alike.”
Caldwell holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in visual arts and environmental studies. In addition to owning a gallery, he is also a design consultant and has renovated a number of homes on the Cape. Caldwell resides in Harwich and has two sons and a daughter.
In addition to the printed map, Resort Maps can also be found on-line at www.resortmaps.com. Here you will find interactive maps of more than 100 map areas to choose from. These interactive maps allow the viewer to see the business’s advertisement and read a description of each business as they scroll over their building and to connect to the website of the business for further information. Many of the ads will also have reviews, courtesy of Tripadvisor.com.
Businesses interested in advertising in the next edition of the Dennis-Harwich-Brewster map can call 508-237-0830 or send an e-mail to craigc@resortmaps.com..
“We publish 20 million maps per year in over 100 cities and towns for a good reason. Our maps are fun, easy-to-read and they really do entice visitors to stop and see some of the local attractions before heading to the next part of your trip. Our advertisers like the maps for that very same reason,” said Peter Hans, president of Resort Maps.
For more information on Resort Maps or to inquire about ownership of a Resort Maps franchise, please visit www.resortmaps.com or call 802-496-6277.
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 over 100 Resort Maps in publication in the US and the UK, Costa Rica and Puerto Rico, with several more in the process of being published. 20 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, Vail & Beaver Creek, Estes Park, Fort Collins, Summit County), Delaware (Bethany Beach, Rehoboth Beach), Florida (Boca Raton, Clearwater Beach and Gulf Beaches, Cocoa Beach, Daytona Beach, Delray Beach, Key West, Melbourne, New Smyrna Beach, St. Augustine, Tarpon Springs), Georgia (Savannah/Tybee Island), Kentucky (Lexington), 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, Brewster/Harwich/Dennis, Chatham-Orleans, Eastham-Wellfleet, Falmouth, Hyannis-Yarmouth, Martha’s Vineyard, Newburyport, Plymouth, Sturbridge, Worcester), Michigan (Northern Michigan/Petoskey/Harbor Springs, Traverse City), 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, New Brunswick, Ocean Grove, Point Pleasant, Princeton, Sandy Hook), New York (The North Fork, Lake George , Lake Placid, Saratoga Springs, The Hamptons,), North Carolina (Asheville, Brunswick County, Hendersonville , Outer Banks, Salisbury and Rowan County, Sandhills, Wilmington,), Pennsylvania (Bucks County, Chestnut Hill, Delaware River Valley, Gettysburg, Lancaster, Lehigh Valley, The Main Line), Rhode Island (Newport, Providence), South Carolina (Charleston, Hilton Head, Myrtle Beach), Tennessee (Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge), Texas (North Texas, including Fort Worth), 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, Old Town Alexandria) —as well as towns and cities in England (Chicester, Lewes), Puerto Rico (San Juan, Vieques, Culebra) and Costa Rica (Escazu-Santa Ana).
Renowned Matchmaker Julie Ferman to Oversee eLove’s LA and Westlake Village Offices
Julie Ferman, a renowned matchmaker and the former principal of Cupid’s Coach matchmaking company will head eLove’s newest offices in Los Angeles and Westlake Village.
eLove, the fastest growing matchmaking firm in the country, recently acquired Cupid’s Coach, bringing the total number of eLove matchmaking offices to 50 nationwide. Ferman, who has been in the matchmaking business for more than 20 years and who is responsible for more than 1100 marriages, has been named Executive Director of eLove’s LA and Westlake Village offices.
Ferman has worn a number of hats over the years, including that of personal matchmaker, consultant, dating coach, professional speaker and media personality. She has appeared on Good Morning America, The Today Show, NBC’s “Match Off”, E’s “Kendra” and was recently awarded iDATE’s “Matchmaker of the Year Award”.
In addition to offering clients both traditional matchmaking through eLove’s existing model and mutual selection matchmaking using detailed personal resumes and professional photos, eLove’s Ferman will provide high end personal matchmaking services and a full menu of coaching services to singles throughout California.
According to Ferman, “We’re very proactive about finding the right match for our clients. Now, with eLove’s expanded offerings, we can search for the right match from within our client base, as well as through the passive referral members we recruit through avenues such as events and affiliate referrals. It’s a win-win for our clients.”
“We help singles make that all-important initial connection with the right people. Our goal is to dignify and simplify the love search process for selective, relationship-minded professionals,” Ferman continued. “For example, if you’re a concert pianist with a passion for classical music who would like to meet someone in a similar profession with similar interests, we can help. We aren’t just going to provide our client with a number of introductions to people who may or may not be right for him. We’re passionate about making successful connections.”
Ferman is a member of the Board of Directors of Matchmaking Pro, the International Association of Professional Matchmakers. She is a frequent speaker at national and international Internet Dating conferences and received the Best Matchmaker award from the Internet Dating/Social Networking conference at iDate2010.
For complete information on eLove’s matchmaking and online dating services, visit www.elove.com.
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 a full range of dating services, from internet to traditional matchmaking to high level mutual selection 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 50 matchmaking offices in 23 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 (Los Angeles, Palo Alto, Sacramento, San Diego, Santa Rosa Walnut Creek, Westlake Village); Connecticut (Glastonbury, Stamford); Illinois (Chicago, Downers Grove, Normal, Schaumburg, 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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Winters Company Plumbing, Heating & Cooling Advises Homeowners to Prep for Heating Season Now
Summertime provides an opportunity for birds, squirrels and raccoons to nest in the chimney while the heating system is not in use. Before the heating season kicks into gear, get your chimney and heating system in shape. Winters Company Plumbing, Heating & Cooling of Cambridge, recommends hiring a heating professional to perform a full inspection on your home’s heating system to ensure that it is in good working order and safe to turn up the heat. The inspection should include:
A chimney inspection. Bird and animal nests in the chimney cause a blockage that could back harmful Carbon Monoxide into your home. (A simple test of looking up your chimney with a mirror will answer the question.)
A test of your heating systems’ efficiency. Testing should be performed before and after the cleaning. At Winters, our testing equipment produces a cash register type receipt before and after your cleaning, you will see the difference on paper and in your heating bill. If your system is greater than 15 years old you will not see a difference in efficiency. Your cleaning is more for safety than efficiency.
A Carbon Monoxide (CO2 ) check. A heating professional can run a boiler cleaning test to test the amount of CO2 from your heating system before and after a cleaning. A good cleaning gets into the sections of a heating boiler.
A visual inspection of the sections and piping for leaks. It’s important that your heating professional look for any evidence of a problem before it happens. A heating professional’s job is to consult with you to help you make the right decision if there is a problem.
“Most importantly, share what you know with your heating professional. Are your heating bills increasing? Is one room cooler than another? What you deem an insignificant detail, may be the insight that indicates a problem that your heating professional needs to know about,” noted Tim Flynn, president of Winters Company.
“The engine of your home is your heating system. There are 285 heating days in season so it’s imperative to have your system checked and tuned-up to keep it operating at optimal capacity while ensuring there are no problems such as CO2 that could threaten the safety of the people in the home,” said Flynn.
Winters Company offers heating inspections, tune-ups, repair and replacement. For more information, visit their website at wintershomeservices.com
Service Partner Programs Available
A heating, cooling or plumbing emergency is never something you want to experience, but it can happen when you least expect it. Winters Company offers Heating, Cooling and Plumbing Service Partner programs which include annual tune-ups and maintenance to help ensure that those emergencies don’t happen. For more information, visit wintershomeservices.com.
About Winters Company Plumbing, Heating & Cooling
Since 1994, Winters Company Plumbing, Heating & Cooling has specialized in providing home services of plumbing, heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC), and kitchen and bath remodeling projects to thousands of homeowners throughout Eastern Massachusetts.
Winters Company is the largest residential plumbing company in the state, with 20 trucks on the road and a full staff of licensed and insured plumbers and technicians. In addition to 24 hour service and lifetime guarantees on many of their services, Winters Company has standardized their services, which ensures that every customer receives the same high quality workmanship delivered in the same professional and courteous manner.
Winters Company has been honored with a number of awards over the years including the Local Torch Award for Excellence from the Better Business Bureau and Angie’s List Super Service Award. Winters Company is headquartered in Cambridge, MA. For more information, call (617) 484-2121 or visit the website at www.wintershomeservices.com.
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Makeovers Salon & Spa of Easton to Hold Open House – Jason Varitek to make Special Guest Appearance
Makeovers Salon & Spa, one of the largest salon and spas in Massachusetts, is holding an Open House on Saturday, November 20, 2010 from 5 to 8 p.m. Makeovers is located at 574 Washington Street in the Marketplace Mall in Easton. This event is open to the public.
Makeovers’ Holiday Open House will showcase their special holiday services and gorgeous jewelry from Norah’s Loft.
Guests who purchase a $50 gift certificate will have the opportunity to meet Jason Varitek, Catcher for the Boston Red Sox and receive an autograph. A portion of the proceeds from gift certificate sales will go to The Jimmy Fund.
The salon and spa is also running a special One-Day Sale on products and services booked in advance.
“We’re very excited about this event and there’s quite a buzz among our staff and clients about Jason Varitek’s special guest appearance and support of The Jimmy Fund. What better way to kick off the holiday season,” said internationally renowed stylists and salon owners Edward and Norah Blum.
About Makeovers Salon & Spa
Makeovers Salon & Spa is owned by the internationally recognized, award-winning designers Edward and Norah Blum. As one of the largest salon and spa in Massachusetts, Makeovers Salon & Spa is a 13,200 square foot “paradise” with 26 styling stations, nine large treatment rooms and a staff of more than 80 providing hair styling and coloring; nail and spa services. Makeovers Salon & Spa has been honored 15 times with “First Place Reader’s Choice Award” in all beauty categories.
Makeovers Salon & Spa designers travel to New York for training in the latest color and cutting techniques each Spring and the salon frequently hosts renowned international guest trainers. Services offered at the Day Spa include facials, laser treatments, massage, manicures/pedicures, wraps, body treatments, waxing, reflexology and aromatherapy. Their line of high quality products include G.M. Collin and Glymed Spa products, Glominerals Makeup and Wella, Sebastian, Rene Furtier, Alterna and Icon hair care products.
Makeovers Salon & Spa is located at 574 Washington Street in Easton, MA. For more information, visit the website at www.makeoverssalon.com or contact (508) 238-1211.
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