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Where it’s easy buying green…DirectBuy provides one-stop shopping solution for green building materials and appliances.

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

There’s a misconception among many consumers that buying “green” refers strictly to products made of natural materials. While that’s part of the equation, there’s much more to it. Like appliances and lighting that last longer and use less power to run. Or plumbing that requires less water. At the four DirectBuy showrooms of greater Chicago, members not only have the opportunity to purchase the full spectrum of green products under one roof, but they also can save some “green” buy paying manufacturer-direct prices.

Some of the “green” products available to DirectBuy members include:

●        Faucets and plumbing fixtures that offer low consumption

●        Natural cork flooring and underlayments

●        Flooring made of renewable natural bamboo

●        Lighting and ceiling fans with Energy Star ratings

●        Energy Star compliant kitchen appliances, washers and dryers

●        Cabinets treated with low-voc, LEED-compliant stains

●        Bedroom, dining room, living furniture manufactured by members of the Sustainable Furniture Council; many of these pieces are made from natural fibres, use eco-friendly foam and contain organic, halogen-free fire retardants.

“Consumers are always being encouraged to make ‘greener’ purchases, but there’s no real road map as to where to make these purchases and whether or not what they do buy is green,” said Dave Kushman, owner of DirectBuy of Hoffman Estates. “The green products our members can buy through DirectBuy have been rated by recognized ‘green’ authorities like Energy Star, LEED or the Sustainable Furniture Council so you know the green purchase you’re making is part of the solution.”

Energy Star ratings refer to the U.S.-government backed program ranking the energy efficiency of products. LEED, Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design, is voluntary green building rating system, which is a consensus-based national standard for developing high-performance sustainable buildings. The Sustainable Furniture Council is a non-profit balanced coalition of manufacturers, retailers and consumers offering a public tagging program to identify good “green” choices.

“We all know we should be making greener purchases, particularly when it comes to products we use in our everyday lives like lighting and appliances. Unfortunately, making those wiser choices can be quite costly. By making all these green options available at DirectBuy, we give our members the choice to save money and valuable natural resources,” said Kushman.

Since 1971, DirectBuy franchises have offered members the opportunity to enjoy enormous savings on home furnishings, home improvement items, entertainment and outdoor products and accessories by buying wholesale, directly from the manufacturer. With four convenient locations in the greater Chicago area (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 call 1-800-DIRECTBUY or visit www.DirectBuyChicago.com.

About DirectBuy

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 and their authorized suppliers. Buying direct makes members’ hard-earned money to 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.  It’s a comfortable, country-club setting, where you finally have the financial control of buying direct. The four DirectBuy showrooms serving the greater Chicago area are part of more than 160 franchise locations throughout North America.

Consumers interested in becoming members may obtain a Visitor’s Pass to attend an Open House by contacting DirectBuy at 847-885-3508, or visiting www.DirectBuyChicago.com. 

Locations of the four DirectBuy showrooms serving the greater Chicago area are: DirectBuy of Gurnee, 4081 Ryan Rd. #107, Gurnee, IL; DirectBuy of Hoffman Estates, 2200 N. Stonington Ave Ste. 150 Hoffman Estates, IL; DirectBuy of Dupage County, 1864 Highgrove Ste. 136 Naperville, 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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South Shore Skin Center Launches Brand New Website

South Shore Skin Center, one of Massachusetts’ most progressive dermatology practices offering a wide range of medical, surgical and cosmetic services to thousands of patients south of Boston, has recently launched a brand new website, http://www.southshoreskincenter.com.

The sleek new site pops with fresh, colorful content; is easily navigable and chock-full of information and resources.

The latest in general and cosmetic dermatology

South Shore Skin Center offers visitors an “in-depth” look at the general and cosmetic dermatology services and products offered at their Cohasset and Plymouth offices. Dedicated to skin wellness, the practice utilizes their website to educate patients and the general public about skin diseases and conditions. They strive to better inform the public of the risks of sun exposure and tanning booths while emphasizing preventative measures.

As one of the most progressive dermatology practices in the area, website visitors will also be able to learn more about the latest cosmetic and anti-aging treatments and products offered at the practice such as Fraxel re:store and re:pair laser treatments, Botox™, wrinkle fillers, microdermabrasion, chemical peels and more. The site highlights a different Featured Product, Featured Service and Featured Facial each month on the home page and site visitors are encouraged to visit often to learn more about these products and any potential special offers that go along with them.

Get to know the South Shore Skin Center team

Visitors will have an opportunity to get to know South Shore Skin Center providers – the doctors, nurses, esthetician and physicians assistants – through bios and photos on the new site. A Resource page contains links to additional general and cosmetic dermatology resources. Recent media coverage, videos and press releases may be found in the newsroom section of the website.

Downloadable forms

Patient forms, surgical instructions and home care instructions are available for download from the website. The office’s policies are also detailed online for easy access.

“We wanted a site that was more interactive and pleasing to the eye that had the capability of presenting a large amount of information without seeming like a dictionary. We’re very pleased with the clean, new design,” noted Dr. Ramzi Saad, dermatologist at South Shore Skin Center.

The sophisticated site was developed by Shotgunflat Creative Agency of Middleboro, Mass.

Shotgunflat – superior websites for businesses

Founded in 2004, Shotgunflat Creative Agency designs and creates websites, web-based applications, email campaigns, offset and digital print, and promotional/marketing videos for businesses throughout the U.S. For more information contact (508) 443-0201 or visit info@shotgunflat.com.

About South Shore Skin Center

Founded in 1984, South Shore Skin Center is one of Massachusetts’ most progressive dermatology practices offering a wide range of medical, surgical and cosmetic services.

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, wrinkle fillers, Microdermabrasion, laser skin resurfacing and chemical peels.

South Shore Skin Center offices are located at 223 Chief Justice Cushing Highway, Suite 202 in Cohasset, Mass. (781) 383-3340, and 45 Resnik Road, Suite 102 in Plymouth, Mass., (508) 747-0711. For more information, visit their website at www.southshoreskincenter.com.

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Attorney Michael J. Radin of Tarlow, Breed, Hart & Rodgers of Boston, MA named to Board of Directors of the Smaller Business Association of New England.

DATELINE:  BOSTON, MA…
Tarlow, Breed, Hart & Rodgers of Boston, MA has announced that Attorney Michael J. Radin has been chosen to serve as a member of the Board of Directors of SBANE, the Smaller Business Association of New England.

William R. Rodgers Esq., a founding member of Tarlow, Breed, Hart & Rodgers, applauded the choice of Radin, “We’re proud of Michael Radin’s many accomplishments here at TBHR, and we would like to offer our congratulations as he joins SBANE’s Board of Directors. We know that his commitment to building strong relationships with clients, along with his insight, creativity, and extensive experience will be an asset to the mission of SBANE.”

At Tarlow, Breed, Hart & Rodgers, Radin, who is a member of the bar in Massachusetts, California, and Rhode Island, specializes in guiding businesses through their life cycles, from formation, financing, growth, mergers and acquisitions, restructurings and wind down. He counsels clients on distribution systems including joint venture, franchise, and distribution/agency. In addition, he helps clients manage their intellectual property, including trademarks, copyrights, patents and trade secrets.

About SBANE
SBANE (Smaller Business Association of New England) is a nonprofit organization established in 1938 to promote and protect small businesses. Its 1000 member companies in six states range from sole-proprietorship service businesses and growing high technology firms to 200-employee manufacturing plants. SBANE’s programs and services address the shared interests and needs of its diverse membership.

SBANE’s member activities include management education seminars, conferences and programs to strengthen skills and sharpen strategies. In addition SBANE offers membership meetings featuring speakers on topics relevant to small business, an Internship Recruitment Service, timely publications, legislative activities to protect your company’s financial interests, and Health and Dental Insurance to address small business’s #1 employee priority.

Tarlow, Breed, Hart & Rodgers, P.C.
Formed in 1991, Tarlow, Breed, Hart & Rodgers, P.C. is committed to providing high quality, comprehensive legal services to its clients. Featuring a breadth and depth of experience and perspective usually found only at larger law firms, Tarlow, Breed, Hart & Rodgers. P.C. offers sophisticated legal counsel to entrepreneurs, businesses, individuals, families, and institutions.

Tarlow, Breed, Hart & Rodgers’ areas of expertise include corporate law, employment matters, mergers and acquisitions, litigation and dispute resolution, estate planning, taxation, real estate, bankruptcy, and municipal law.

To help clients make informed decisions and achieve their goals, Tarlow, Breed, Hart & Rodgers P.C. develops creative customized solutions for its clients by emphasizing careful listening and considerate evaluation. Utilizing the expertise and collegiality of the firm’s fifty plus members, associates, and support staff has consistently resulted in the building of lasting relationships of trust and confidence.

The offices of Tarlow, Breed, Hart & Rodgers, P.C. are located at 101 Huntington Avenue, Prudential Center, in Boston, MA 02199. For additional information, or to arrange for a consultation, please call 1-617-218-2000, e-mail info@tbhr-law.com, or visit www.tbhr-law.com.

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Dave Austin of Lift & Care Systems honored with Steven A. Hook Memorial Award at the 22nd Annual Rhode Island Independent Living Conference.

DATELINE:  LAKEVILLE, MA…
Dave Austin, Founder and President of Lift & Care Systems, Inc. in Lakeville, MA was recently honored at the 22nd annual Rhode Island Independent Living Conference in Providence, RI, where he received the Steven A. Hook Memorial Award. The award is presented annually to the person whose professional contributions exemplify Steven Hook’s dedication to individuals with disabilities.

The theme of the conference: Live Your Best Life At Home, Work and Play, could well serve as the motto of Lift & Care Systems, where Austin’s goal is to enable the highest quality of life for persons with disabilities, helping them maintain dignity, freedom, and independence wherever possible.

Almost 16 years ago, when Austin set out to explore the market for SureHands ceiling mounted lifts, what he found was an amazing community of persons with mobility problems who had varying levels of needs. Austin quickly learned that compassion, ingenuity, and a flair for innovative construction techniques were necessary to devise customized solutions for his new clients. Over the years, Lift & Care’s product line has expanded, along with Austin’s first-hand knowledge of the needs, wants, and likes of the people he serves, as well as their families and caregivers.

Austin notes, “What has impressed me most about the families and caregivers that we meet is their optimism and determination to help their loved ones or clients. It’s heartwarming and joyous to see the better side of people and to really make a difference in people’s lives, which is why it’s a very special honor to receive this award.”

Independent living with peer support is the goal of the Independent Living Conference: learning how to live life to the fullest possible extent with a disability. The entire community benefits from accessibility and persons with disabilities demonstrate that when given the opportunity they can and do succeed. The conference is sponsored by PARI Independent Living Center, Office of Rehabilitation Services, OSCIL (Ocean State Center for Independent Living), National Multiple Sclerosis Society – Rhode Island Chapter, Rhode Island Rehabilitation Association, Rhode Island Statewide Independent Living Council, The Corliss Institute, Inc. Neighborhood Health Plan of Rhode Island, and the Rhode Island Commission on the Deaf and Hard of Hearing.

SureHands Lift Systems
The SureHands system of ceiling mounted lifts enables thousands of users with disabilities to have easier access to the basics of bed, bath, or toilet. It is also amazingly able to assist persons with disabilities with everyday tasks such as changing clothes, standing and ambulating, or even taking a swim or mounting a horse.

SureHands patient lift systems are so remarkable that they have been featured on two episodes of ABC-TV’s “Extreme Makeover:  Home Edition.” During these episodes a SureHands lift & care system was installed to help make a home ADA compliant and enable the resident to transfer and accomplish his normal activities for daily living. This multi-directional SureHands system was mounted to the ceiling connecting the bedroom to the bath, allowing the resident greater mobility, free of floor based obstacles.

Lift & Care Systems, Inc.
Lift & Care Systems, Inc. is dedicated to bringing the highest quality of life to users and their caregivers by providing customized solutions that enhance users’ mobility. To achieve this goal, Lift & Care Systems offers a myriad of products, including: ceiling mounted motors and track lift systems, wall-to-wall lift systems, wheelchair-to-water pool lifts, and mobile lifts, as well as lift accessories such as body supports, a variety of slings in multiple styles, and a number of assisted body positioning tools such as frictionless slides and slide boards.

In addition, Lift & Care features curved or straight rail Bruno Stair Lifts for indoor or outdoor use, rust proof aluminum National Ramp systems, Power Access door openers, and a wide array of other solutions to meet the needs of their clients and caregivers.

Their products are used in private residential homes; semi-professional settings, such as group homes and day programs; and professional institutions, including nursing homes, hospitals and schools. Lift & Care Systems is the exclusive distributor of the patented SureHands patient lift systems in Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Connecticut.

Lift & Care Systems, Inc. is located at 7 Precinct Street in Lakeville, MA 02347. For additional information, or to arrange for a free personal consultation, please call 508-947-3304, e-mail liftcareinfo@tmlp.net, or visit www.liftandcaresystems.com.

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“Go to your room!”…DirectBuy provides tips to designing the “perfect kid’s room.”

VANCOUVER, COQUITLAM, VICTORIA, AND OKANAGAN, BC…

While in the past, a parent yelling, “Go to your room!” may have been some sort of punishment, nowadays it could pass as a reward, depending on the design and furniture selection your child’s room. DirectBuy of Vancouver and DirectBuy of Greater Vancouver, the leading members-only showroom and home design centers, not only offer consumers a brand new way to save on home improvement projects, but also offers some helpful tips on designing the perfect kid’s room.

“A child’s bedroom serves as much more than a place for you kids to play. It’s a study, computer room, play room, game room, video/entertainment center and even a guest room,” said Jade Allen, owner of DirectBuy of Vancouver. “By following a few simple guidelines, you can create a room that’s comfortable for them to sleep and play in, but also maximizes the space.”

Some guidelines to follow include:

 

●        Involve your children in the buying of the furniture and decorating process; it’s their room, after all, and it stands to reason they will be more comfortable with items they helped select.

●        Take into account your child’s age, gender and how long the furniture will be used (e.g. bunk beds might be fun at 12, but at 16 your teenager might want some more space)

●        Only consider bedroom furniture that has quality construction and age-appropriate design. It is also a good idea to bring children along while shopping to make sure the bedding is comfortable.

●        Plan for growth – not just your child getting bigger but acquiring more things and clothing that will need to be stored.

Both DirectBuy of Vancouver and DirectBuy of Greater Vancouver carry a large selection of brand-name kids’ furniture at wholesale prices direct from the manufacturers and their authorized suppliers. In addition, DirectBuy employs product specialists and designers who can help parents and children select furniture and accessories to create the look you want for your child’s room.

“Sure, parents might lose a little leverage by sending a child to their room not being seen as a form of punishment,” laughs Allen. “The upside is that by creating a room that’s a haven for your child, they’ll be happier, which in turn makes parents happier. So everybody wins.”

Since 1971, DirectBuy franchises have offered members the opportunity to enjoy enormous savings on home furnishings, home improvement items, entertainment and outdoor products and accessories by buying wholesale, directly from the manufacturer. With four convenient locations in the greater Vancouver area (Victoria, Vancouver, Coquitlam, and Kelowna), 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, visit www.DirectBuyBC.ca. 

About DirectBuy

Since 1971, DirectBuy has helped hundreds of thousands of families enjoy a better quality of life, enabling them to buy directly from more than 500 manufacturers and their authorized suppliers. Buying direct makes members’ hard-earned money to go much further, while having the selection and choice not available at any retail store. DirectBuy has been serving the greater Vancouver area since 1997. Access to confidential prices, local suppliers, and unparalleled selection helps make members’ dream projects a reality.  It’s a comfortable setting, where you finally have the financial control of buying direct. The four DirectBuy showrooms serving the greater Vancouver area are part of more than 160 franchise locations throughout North America.

Consumers interested in becoming members may obtain a Visitor’s Pass to attend an Open House by contacting DirectBuy at 604-552-5255, or visiting www.DirectBuyBC.ca. 

Locations of the four DirectBuy showrooms serving the greater Vancouver area are: DirectBuy of Vancouver, 2659 Lillooet St., Vancouver, British Columbia V5M 4P7; DirectBuy of Greater Vancouver, 91 Golden Drive Unit #1, Coquitlam, British Columbia V3K 6R2; DirectBuy of Central Okanagan, #5 2260 Hunter Rd., Kelowna, British Columbia V1X 7J8; and DirectBuy of Greater Victoria, 350B Bay Street, Victoria, British Columbia V8T 1P7.

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

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The people who make it so easy to buy a car…Tracy Chevrolet-Cadillac hires Collins, Dwyer and Lee.

PLYMOUTH, MA…

Buying a car is not an easy process for many people. For starters, it’s a huge financial commitment and nobody wants to make a decision they’ll later regret. That’s why Tracy Chevrolet Cadillac hires sales consultants who not only have superior product knowledge and expertise but also share the dealership’s straightforward, easygoing approach with customers.

Recently, Tracy Chevrolet Cadillac hired three members of its sales force to the title of Senior Sales Consultant: Harry Collins, Steve Dwyer and Gary Lee.

Harry Collins was hired in July as a sales consultant. He holds a bachelor’s of science degree in psychology from UMass-Boston and has more than eight years selling for General Motors dealerships. Collins resides in Abington with his wife Marlo and is active with Metro Boston Alive, a group that raise money to provide Christmas gifts for children.

Steve Dwyer was hired earlier this year as a sales consultant. A Plymouth resident, he has more than 30 years’ experience in sales, with nine years selling at General Motors dealerships.

Gary Lee was hired as finance manager earlier in 2008. He attended UMass Boston and has more than 13 years working for General Motors dealerships. Lee resides in Brockton with his wife Donna and their children Jasmine and Demall.

 “Harry, Steve and Gary possess all the key qualities we look for in our sales professionals. They have the knowledge of the automobiles we sell, which is key, but know how to develop a rapport with customers that puts them at ease, and that’s probably even more important. We’re pleased and proud to have these three individuals on board,” said Jeff Tracy, president of Tracy Chevrolet Cadillac.

So easy at Tracy Chevrolet Cadillac

For more than 80 years and three generations of dealers, the Tracy family has made it so easy for customers on the South Shore and greater Plymouth area to purchase new and used automobiles. Since its beginnings in 1992, Tracy Chevrolet Cadillac has emphasized first-rate customer service and straightforward, bottom-line pricing with fair trade-ins every time–without the games or gimmicks you find at other dealerships. For more information on new and used trucks and automobiles, you can go to www.tracymotors.com or stop by the dealership, conveniently located at 137 Samoset Street, just off exit 6 on Route 3. For more information, or to make a service appointment, you can also call (800) 640-2884.

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Weichert Realtors Empire Associates to hold Holiday Open House Festival at Beechwood Village

Weichert Realtors Empire Associates, a full service construction, remodeling and real estate company that has been catering to the South Shore community for more than seven years, will hold a Holiday Open House Festival on November 21st, 22nd and 23rd from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Beechwood Village in Rockland. This event is open to the public.

Beechwood Village, the top selling active adult (55+) community in Massachusetts, is located at 256 Beech Street.

Visitors will be able to walk through five different homes and network with Beechwood residents in the Recreation Center.

All who attend are encouraged to bring a non-perishable donation for the Food Pantry and place it in the collection box inside the model home. Refreshments will include hot chocolate and hot spiced cider and finger sandwiches.

The Beechwood Difference

Beechwood Village offers a quiet, peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle, yet is convenient to the highway and the center of town, shopping and banking. There are a total of 79 lots and 37 have already been developed or sold in under 2 years. Homes are semi custom built, one and two level homes with nine different styles to choose from. Every home is made of 2×6 construction and is Energy Star Certified. Each home is designed in an open floor plan with cathedral ceilings and has a full walk out basement providing the potential for future build out. Design layout options include a custom kitchen with stainless appliances and granite counters; first floor Master Suites; second and/or third bedrooms; 1.5 to 2.5 baths; additional options include hardwood floors, gas fireplace, 3 season rooms, and custom built game rooms.

Weichert Realtors Empire Associates

Weichert Realtors Empire Associates is one of the nation’s leading providers of homeownership services offering a “one-stop” destination for a full range of real estate products and services.

Weichert Realtors Empire Associates is a member of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB). The company is headquartered at 26 East Water Street in Rockland, MA 02370. For more information contact 781-878-9964 or visit the website at www.beechwoodvillage.net.

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New Classes at USMMA in Bellingham

USMMA (United States Mixed Martial Arts Training Center) in Bellingham, has recently announced a new class schedule.

USMMA focuses on elevating the physical and spiritual well being of students through Mixed Martial Arts and Yoga. Classes offered include Strength & Conditioning; Brazilian Jiu Jitsu; Thai Boxing; Cardio Thai Boxing; Wrestling; Cardio and Open Mat; Kids Mixed Martial Arts; Pilates; Power Yoga and Deep Flow Yoga.

The new schedule includes these new classes:

· A Fundamentals class will be held from 6:00 – 6:30 p.m. On Monday and Wednesday, Jiu Jitsu is offered, and Tuesday and Thursday, Thai Boxing is offered.

· A Multi-level class will be held from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.

· An Advanced class will be held Monday through Friday from 7:30 – 8:30 p.m., with
Thai Boxing and Jiu Jitsu on previously scheduled days.

· A new Power Yoga class will run on Wednesdays at 4:00 p.m.

· A new Power Yoga class will be held on Saturdays at 10:00 a.m.

According to USMMA instructor and owner Tom Hafers, “We have classes to suit everyone and every ability. Our focus is on total body wellness and we strive to help every one of our clients meet their personal fitness goals.”

About USMMA

USMMA’s state of the art, 4,000 square foot training facility is complete with a 2,000 square foot padded MMA training floor equipped with heavy bags and conditioning equipment, a 1,500 square foot yoga studio, locker rooms, showers and a juice bar. USMMA is located at 316 Hartford Avenue in Bellingham. For more information, call 508-966-5006 or visit their website at www.usmma.org.

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Good things come in better packages…Boston Pack and Ship donates boxes and packing supplies to Cape Cod Cares For Our Troops’ holiday care packages.

BRAINTREE, MA and BREWSTER, MA…

As a small load shipping specialist for the two decades, Boston Pack and Ship specializes in safely packing and shipping delicate, fragile items, some with considerable monetary value. In donating 200 boxes and packing supplies to Cape Cod Cares For Our Troops, a non profit dedicated to sending care packages to U.S. troops in Iraq and Afghanistan, you could argue the contents of those shipments hold far more value—particularly during the holiday season.

Cape Cod Cares For Our Troops is a non-profit organization started by 15-year-old Dylan DeSilva of Brewster, Mass. Dylan wanted to find a way to honor U.S. Troops for their service and sacrifice to our country. With the help of his family and friends he sends care packages to our Troops in Iraq and Afghanistan on a weekly basis. Boston Pack and Ship’s contribution will go towards Cape Cod Cares For Our Troops’ effort to send 500 care holiday packages to U.S. Troops.

“When we heard Dylan’s story and what he was trying to accomplish with the holiday care packages, it wasn’t a question of would we help, but how much we could help,” said Joe Fell, co-owner of Boston Pack and Ship. “Cape Cod Cares for Our Troops is a wonderful reminder of what the holidays are supposed to be about: giving. When you consider how far away from home the men and women of our armed forces are, it’s an absolutely wonderful gesture.”

On Saturday November 22nd and Sunday November 23rd at the Trowbridge Tavern, 100 Trowbridge Road in Bourne, Cape Cod Cares for Our Troops will hold a Christmas Care Package Party to assemble all 500+ care packages. Those interested contributing to the care packages can find a list of items and drop-off locations on www.capecod4thetroops.com.

The cost of the entire mailing will run around $11,000. If you’d like to make a monetary contribution, please send a check to: Cape Cod Cares for the Troops, 1831 Long Pond Rd.  Brewster, MA  02631.

“We’d like to thank Boston Pack and Ship and all our other sponsors and contributors for their generosity,” said DeSilva. “Three hundred care packages is a mighty ambitious goal, but with the help of all our volunteers and contributors, I am sure we’ll make it.”

For more information on Cape Cod Cares For Our Troops, please visit www.capecod4troops.com. For more information on the breadth of Boston Pack and Ship’s services, you can visit the company Web site at www.bostonpackandship.com. For a free quote on an out-of-state or international move or shipment, please call (800) 400-7204.

Small load specialists

Formerly known as The Packaging Store and now repackaged as Boston Pack and Ship, these small load specialists have been a trusted strategic partner of many movers in eastern Massachusetts for more than two decades. Based in Braintree, Massachusetts, Boston Pack and Ship employs custom crates and packaging and foam-in-place solutions to pack and ship everything from artwork to heirlooms, computers to antiques to both out-of-state and international destinations. Known for its fast and efficient customer service, one call is usually all it takes to schedule a pickup for a door-to-door or door-to-port shipment. For more information, visit www.bostonpackandship.com or call (800) 400-7204 for a free quote.

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