The Rezvan Foundation for Excellence holds Fundraising Gala to honor a Legacy of determination and transformation and the value of Education

When it comes to legacies, the one left by Dr. Ahmad Rezvan resonates as one of the most enduring and heartwarming of all.

Salinas, CA, November 29, 2016 - Growing up in Iran, young Ahmad faced tremendous obstacles — abject poverty and the devastating loss of his father when he was just 14 years old. Despite this, and while providing for his grief-stricken family, Ahmad stunned his small town by secretly putting himself through school, winning admission to the most prestigious university in Iran, and eventually earning a medical degree. Ahmad needed equal parts excellence and determination to transform his life — and the lives of his family.

To honor the legacy of his late father, Dr. Ehsan Rezvan founded the Rezvan Foundation for Excellence, a nonprofit that supports students who share the same incredible combination of strengths that eventually brought the senior Dr. Rezvan to America with his family.

The mission of the Rezvan Foundation is to support the educational pursuits of exceptionally talented young students who have shown a determination to succeed, despite the crippling loss of one or more parent, or removal from their parents’ home.

It is the hope of the foundation that Rezvan scholars will continue to “pay it forward” and keep alive the generous spirit of Dr. Ahmad Rezvan and his family for generations to come.

To celebrate this lasting legacy, and to help fund future scholarships, the Rezvan Foundation for Excellence is holding its first-ever Fundraising Gala on Feb. 4, 2017, at the Sofitel Hotel in Redwood City.

Tickets to the gala are $250, and are tax-deductible (Tax ID No.: 81-0810674). Payment can be made by check (payable to The Rezvan Foundation) or credit card (Visa, MC, Discover or AmEx). Please mail or fax the completed form with check or complete credit card information to: The Rezvan Foundation for Excellence 7888 Wren Ave., #B-120, Gilroy, CA 95020. Phone: (818) 298-8316. Fax: (408) 842-7057. Email: rezvanfoundation@gmail.com. Website: www.rezvanfoundation.com.

Contact:
Marci Bracco Cain
Chatterbox PR
Salinas, CA 93901
(831) 747-7455
http://www.rezvanfoundation.com

Florida Coach Transit Companies Reducing Regens – ECOFuelMax

Florida Transportation Department’s have found an answer to dealing with the negative issues with Diesel Regeneration Cycles and Diesel Particulate Filters.

Boca Raton, FL, November 28, 2016 - Coach Buses and Trucks that do a lot of stop and go driving all day long experience what is known as Diesel Regeneration Cycles or REGEN’s. Regen Cycles are activated by a motors computer (ECM) to clean its Diesel Particulate Filter that traps un-burnt fuel or soot.

Diesel Particulate Filters (DPF) since 2007 has been installed on all diesel engines sold and operating in the United States. A Diesel Regeneration Cycle is a function initiated by a vehicles computer (ECM) to trap un-burnt fuel in a Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF). The ECO works by increasing the Reid Vapor Pressure (RVP) in Fuel causing it to burn more volatile and cleaner. Cleaner burning fuel reduces the amount un-burnt fuel so less REGEN Cycles are needed. On average Diesel Regeneration Cycles waste 4 to 10 gallons of fuel.

When a DPF gets full of the soot it runs with reduce performance and requires maintenance, if maintenance is not performed a diesel engine will stop running.

The ECOFUELMAX is a simple low cost ($390) easy to install in-line fuel enhancer, No Chemicals or Maintenance is required; its life is 20+ years. Due to the increased efficiency and reduced maintenance and downtime Transit Companies have experienced an ROI of less than 20 days and $3,000- $5,000+ in projected annual savings. Keep your buses on the road, not in the shop!

ECO Fuel Systems, LLC and its principals have been actively working to reduce Hydrocarbon Pollution since 1999. Reduce maintenance expenses and downtime while reducing pollution 40% to over 70% that is released into the atmosphere, a Win – Win solution. For more information call or email us for more details. GO GREEN – Burn Clean!

Contact:
Cary Nagdeman
ECO Fuel Systems, LLC
20920 Concord Green Dr
Boca Raton, FL 33433
(866) 347-0002
info@EcoFuelMax.com
http://www.ecofuelmax.com

High Grade Construction Launch New Website

High Grade Brickwork Ltd (Stamford, UK), the ‘building, stone and brickwork’ company has launched a new website whose improved structure creates a more relevant user experience for customers.

Stamford, UK, November 24, 2016 - High Grade Brickwork Ltd (Stamford, UK), the ‘building, stone and brickwork’ company has launched a new website whose improved structure creates a more relevant user experience for customers. The website houses a variety of new features and splits the company’s main services into two distinct microsites – High Grade Builders and High Grade Brickwork. Passing comment Richard Steele (Director of High Grade brickwork) said:

‘We are delighted to launch our new website, it reflects the direction of our business and creates a more user friendly navigation for our customers, by providing more relevant content our site visitors can easily find the information they need by selecting the relevant section,’ He continued, ‘As we continue to grow, we aim to improve the user experience for customers visiting our site and this the first step in a continual process.’

About the company: Based in Stamford - High Grade Brickwork Ltd are specialists in building, stone and brickwork and cover a large area including Lincolnshire, Essex Herts, Cambridgeshire, Leicestershire, and Northamptonshire. High Grade brickwork provide bricklaying and stonework services to all sectors, including domestic, residential and commercial.

High Grade Brickwork Ltd encourages anyone with an interest in stone or brickwork or is searching for building services or high quality home improvements to please visit the new website. The website is now live and can be accessed at - www.highgradebuilders.com

Contact:
Mathew Taylor
High Grade Brickwork Ltd
10 Torkington St
Stamford, Lincolnshire PE9 2UY
01780 590827
http://www.highgradebuilders.com

American Idol’s Semi-Finalist, Brielle Von Hugel Announces New Single “NAKED,” Out 11/22/16!

Brielle’s Remarkable Cover Songs Reached over 2 Million YouTube Views with Songs by Adele, Katy Perry, and Sia!

New York, NY, November 22, 2016 — Bluesy-pop singer-songwriter, Brielle Von Hugel, who signed a recording contract with F.R.E.E.D.O.M. Records in July, has co-written a new breathtaking ballad entitled, “Naked.” The single will be released on November 22nd with an accompanying music video.

Brielle brings a refreshing emotional depth to the pop scene with her sophisticated voice and natural storytelling. In her latest song “Naked,” Brielle’s powerhouse vocals delicately belts over a stripped down solo piano. She describes that intimate phase of a relationship when a partner feels comfortable enough to expose their true self. Brielle wipes away her makeup to reveal her physical flaws as well as her internal imperfections. Her metaphorical yet, sincere songwriting peels back the layers of her past and sends a deeper message that encourages listeners to be themselves.

Brielle Von Hugel continues to garner fans with her influential songwriting, enchanting vocals and nationwide tours. Von Hugel recently began her North America tour with well-known jazz and swing band, Postmodern Jukebox and Remember Jones. The group is set to tour throughout Europe in 2017.

Also known for her well received cover songs, Brielle’s YouTube videos have amassed over 2 million views covering artists such as Adele, Paramore and Sia. Furthermore, Brielle has been featured on sites such as Billboard.com, Mashable, RyanSeacrest.com and Hollywood Gossip.
In collaboration with TE Music Group & F.R.E.E.D.O.M. Records, Brielle is currently in the studio working on her sophomore EP coming out later this year.

About Brielle Von Hugel
New York based singer-songwriter was heavily inspired from music at an early age. Brielle singer/songwriter mixes pop-edge with yesterday’s bluesy, smoky tones to give her musical storytelling grit. Her powerful pipes have garnered her multiple television and press appearances such as; FOX’s Good Day New York, Industry Magazine, and various fundraisers. At age 16, Brielle was one of the Top 12 girls’ semi-finalists on Season 11 of American Idol. Brielle has reached over 17K YouTube subscribers and over 31K Spotify monthly listeners. Her growing audience looks to her for guidance as she continues to release liberating music that encourages individuality. For more information please visit: http://www.briellevonhugel.com/

UPCOMING TOUR DATES W/ REMEMBER JONES

11/25/2016 The Stone Pony Asbury Park, NJ
12/2/2016 Schubas Chicago IL
12/3/2016 eMbers Venue Rensselaer, IN
12/5/2016 Exit/In Nashville, TN
12/7/2016 Headliners Music Hall Louisville, KY
12/8/2016 Shank Hall Milwaukee, WI

For all PR and Media inquiries contact: Chip Schutzman- Miles High Productions, Chip@mileshighproductions.com, 323-871-4821.

Contact:
Chip Schutzman
Miles High Productions
PO Box 93157
Hollywood CA 90093
323-806-0400
chip@mileshighproductions.com
http://www.mileshighproductions.com

American Idol’s Semi-Finalist, Brielle Von Hugel Announces New Single “NAKED,” Out 11/22/16!

Brielle’s Remarkable Cover Songs Reached over 2 Million YouTube Views with Songs by Adele, Katy Perry, and Sia!

New York, NY, November 22, 2016 — Bluesy-pop singer-songwriter, Brielle Von Hugel, who signed a recording contract with F.R.E.E.D.O.M. Records in July, has co-written a new breathtaking ballad entitled, “Naked.” The single will be released on November 22nd with an accompanying music video.

Brielle brings a refreshing emotional depth to the pop scene with her sophisticated voice and natural storytelling. In her latest song “Naked,” Brielle’s powerhouse vocals delicately belts over a stripped down solo piano. She describes that intimate phase of a relationship when a partner feels comfortable enough to expose their true self. Brielle wipes away her makeup to reveal her physical flaws as well as her internal imperfections. Her metaphorical yet, sincere songwriting peels back the layers of her past and sends a deeper message that encourages listeners to be themselves.

Brielle Von Hugel continues to garner fans with her influential songwriting, enchanting vocals and nationwide tours. Von Hugel recently began her North America tour with well-known jazz and swing band, Postmodern Jukebox and Remember Jones. The group is set to tour throughout Europe in 2017.

Also known for her well received cover songs, Brielle’s YouTube videos have amassed over 2 million views covering artists such as Adele, Paramore and Sia. Furthermore, Brielle has been featured on sites such as Billboard.com, Mashable, RyanSeacrest.com and Hollywood Gossip.
In collaboration with TE Music Group & F.R.E.E.D.O.M. Records, Brielle is currently in the studio working on her sophomore EP coming out later this year.

About Brielle Von Hugel
New York based singer-songwriter was heavily inspired from music at an early age. Brielle singer/songwriter mixes pop-edge with yesterday’s bluesy, smoky tones to give her musical storytelling grit. Her powerful pipes have garnered her multiple television and press appearances such as; FOX’s Good Day New York, Industry Magazine, and various fundraisers. At age 16, Brielle was one of the Top 12 girls’ semi-finalists on Season 11 of American Idol. Brielle has reached over 17K YouTube subscribers and over 31K Spotify monthly listeners. Her growing audience looks to her for guidance as she continues to release liberating music that encourages individuality. For more information please visit: http://www.briellevonhugel.com/

UPCOMING TOUR DATES W/ REMEMBER JONES

11/25/2016 The Stone Pony Asbury Park, NJ
12/2/2016 Schubas Chicago IL
12/3/2016 eMbers Venue Rensselaer, IN
12/5/2016 Exit/In Nashville, TN
12/7/2016 Headliners Music Hall Louisville, KY
12/8/2016 Shank Hall Milwaukee, WI

For all PR and Media inquiries contact: Chip Schutzman- Miles High Productions, Chip@mileshighproductions.com, 323-871-4821.

Contact:
Chip Schutzman
Miles High Productions
PO Box 93157
Hollywood CA 90093
323-806-0400
chip@mileshighproductions.com
http://www.mileshighproductions.com

Sweet Honey in the Rock to Kick-off 5-City West Coast Run of “Celebrating the Holydays” with Debut 4-Day Engagement at Seattle’s Jazz Alley Dec 15-18th

Venerable Grammy Award-nominated a cappella ensemble SWEET HONEY IN THE ROCK has announced a five-city West Coast run of their annual seasonal show “CELEBRATING THE HOLYDAYS,” which will be kicked-off with a debut four-day engagement at the legendary Dimitriou’s Jazz Alley night club in Seattle, WA, December 15-18th.

New York, NY, November 21, 2016 - Venerable Grammy Award-nominated a cappella ensemble SWEET HONEY IN THE ROCK has announced a five-city West Coast run of their annual seasonal show “CELEBRATING THE HOLYDAYS,” which will be kicked-off with a debut four-day engagement at the legendary Dimitriou’s Jazz Alley night club in Seattle, WA, December 15-18th. Jazz Alley is the third longest running supper/jazz club of its kind in the nation. Show time for all four shows is set for 7:30 PM.

Other CELEBRATING THE HOLYDAYS dates on the run will include; 12/20, Kuumbwa Jazz Center, Santa Cruz, CA, 12/21, Walt Disney Concert Hall, Los Angeles, CA, 12/22, Weil Hall, Ronhert Park, CA, and their final performance of the year will be on 12/23 at Davies Symphony Hall in San Francisco.

Sweet Honey developed their CELEBRATING THE HOLYDAYS theme show several years ago, and refine and add new material to the presentation every year. The show is a rare fusion of international holiday spiritual songs and hymns from other cultures and religions, ranging from Africa to Israel. It includes songs from their Nativity Suite collection, which the group wrote and produced for the American Bible Association video series, including “Jesus, What A Wonderful Child” and “Children Go Where I Send Thee.” It also features notable Sweet Honey classics such as, “We Are,” “Let There Be Peace,” and “Chinese Proverb.”

CELEBRATING THE HOLYDAYS will feature core vocal members Carol Maillard, Nitanju Bolade Casel, Aisha Kahlil, special guest vocalist Rochelle Rice and guest bassist Romeir Mendez (acoustic upright and electric bass) and American Sign Language interpreter, Barbara Hunt.

Prime seating options can purchased for their Seattle engagement by clicking on http://bit.ly/2aKgIB. For more information about show times and to purchase tickets for the other engagements, go to www.sweethoneyintherock.org, and click on the ensemble's touring schedule.

Sweet Honey In The Rock Media Contact: Chip Schutzman, Miles High Productions, 323-806-0400, chip@mileshighproductions.com

Contact:
Chip Schutzman
Miles High Productions
PO Box 93157
Hollywood CA 90093
323-806-0400
chip@mileshighproductions.com
http://www.mileshighproductions.com

Americana Alt-Country Rockers Angie and the Deserters Announce Second Single from their EP ‘You’, titled “Forgetting to Forget”- Impacting Radio on 11-18-16!

Angie and the Deserters remain unforgettable as they continue to release rousing singles that ooze with emotion and passion.

Los Angeles, CA, November 18, 2016 - Angie and the Deserters remain unforgettable as they continue to release rousing singles that ooze with emotion and passion. The americana and alt-country Los Angeles based band announces their second single from their latest ‘You’ EP entitled, “Forgetting to Forget.” The single will be available for radio adds starting on November 18, 2016.

Angie Bruyere’s lush vocals and emotive lyrics will strike a chord deeply within the soul with this new single. The song reveals the moment when trying to escape memories from a past relationship. Although time has passed by, Angie continues to find herself hung up over a previous lover as she continues to look at their old photo and ring their phone. She expresses that she is getting by and “still standing” however she cannot seem to shake these thoughts. Bruyere paints a vivid emotional portrait of personal thoughts that listeners can easily relate to. Her delicate vocal delivery is laced over soaring violin strings and intricate guitar riffs that dive into a beautiful splash of percussion that will send chills up the spine.

The band has already received a significant buzz surrounding their follow-up EP and title-track, ‘You.’ The single charted #5 on the Radio Indie Alliance Charts and is airing on over 35 radio stations such as Radio Free Americana, WYAD (Jackson, MI), WNDY (Crawfordsville, IN), Pandora Radio and many more airplay outlets. The band’s “You” music video premiered on the popular Americana based website The Alternate Root and also on Variety Beat and reached over 25K views on FB and YouTube in the first two weeks of release.

“I wrote this song a few years ago, thinking it would be a simple acoustic song, but once we got into the studio with the band it became so much more,” says Angie Bruyere.

“Forgetting to Forget,” along with the rest of the tracks from the ‘You’ EP were recorded in Nashville’s Castle Recording Studios with renowned country producer Jeff Huskins (Clint Black, Keith Urban) and mastered by Grammy® Award Winning, Bod Ludwig (Rolling Stones, Led Zeppelin, Jimi Hendrix). For more information on Angie and The Deserters please visit the band’s official website at www.angieandthedeserters.com.

For all PR and Media inquiries contact: Chip Schutzman- Miles High Productions, Chip@mileshighproductions.com, 323-871-4821.

Contact:
Chip Schutzman
Miles High Productions
PO Box 93157
Hollywood CA 90093
323-806-0400
chip@mileshighproductions.com
http://www.mileshighproductions.com

Pop-Rock Singer-Songwriter Jonathan Cavier Releases Cover of “Waiting (Reprise)” Originally by George Michael

“Waiting (Reprise)” is the latest addition to the “Cavier Covers” series and is available now.

Los Angeles, CA, November 18, 2016 – The “Cavier Covers” series continues today with the release of “Waiting (Reprise),” originally by George Michael. The Phoenix-based singer songwriter Jonathan Cavier has put his own spin on the album cut, and his Cavier Cover version is now available on iTunes, Amazon, Spotify, and all major digital outlets. Debuting in August 2016, the “Cavier Covers” series continues to highlight Jonathan’s favorite and most influential musical moments and heroes – from the Duran Duran cover “Save a Prayer” to last month’s release of Sting’s “Fields of Gold.”

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Cavier’s version of “Waiting (Reprise)” is similar to the original while showcasing his unique vision for the song. Cavier says that he has “always loved [George Michael’s] vocal style,” so he honored that style with his faithful vocal takes. However he recognizes that he also “heard this song with a faster tempo and vocal harmonies,” both of which are departures from the original version and help set this latest Cavier Cover apart from the original which appeared on George Michael’s 1990 album Listen Without Prejudice (Vol. 1).

All of Jonathan Cavier’s music, from his debut solo album ‘Premier’ to the latest Cavier Cover, is available to stream on Spotify and he is continuing to post a monthly vlog series discussing everything from a day in the life of Jonathan to stories about the Cavier Covers on his YouTube channel.

About Jonathan Cavier:
Originally from Northern California, Cavier (pronounced “cav-AIR”) has been based in Phoenix, AZ for several years and up until recently was performing as Alan Clark in atmospheric pop duo EyeTalk. Over the course of ten years and five albums, this venture saw Cavier’s music reach audiences as far-flung as Italy, the UK, and Australia. After five albums and hundreds of shows played throughout the US, Jonathan Cavier has reimagined himself and has formed a new musical identity on his debut solo album Premier. In addition to his musical endeavors, Cavier is a semi-professional tennis player and a member of the USTA and IFT. Cavier says that practicing and playing in tournaments is like “the fountain of youth.”

Follow Jonathan:
Website: http://caviermusic.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JonathanCavierMusic
Twitter: http://twitter.com/jcaviermusic

For more information, to request an interview, or for a review copy of ‘Premier’ or any Cavier Cover song.

Contact:
Chip Schutzman
Miles High Productions
323-871-4821
PO Box 93157
Hollywood, CA 90093
chip@mileshighproductions.com
http://www.mileshighproductions.com

The Canadian Artist, Singer and Songwriter Christine Saadé (HYSC?) releases a Brand New Single in Collaboration with the Amazing Twisted Dee!

International singer-songwriter, producer and performer, Christine Saadé has recently released her latest hit and remixes for her new single “Get Together” (Ft. Twisted Dee).

Los Angeles, CA, November 16, 2016 - International singer-songwriter, producer and performer, Christine Saadé has recently released her latest hit and remixes for her new single “Get Together” (Ft. Twisted Dee). The song was created with Billboard charting and renowned producer Michael Blakey (Mary J Blige/Eminem) and encourages unity and productivity to reach one’s goals and make a change in today’s complex world.

Saadé showcases her versatile talents while sending a positive message within her music. The singer-songwriter is limitless when it comes to genres; she has previously released singles from hip-hop to folk while diversifying her music style.

Growing up in Toronto, Canada; Christine has garnered a loyal fan base and has performed in some of Canada’s most notable venues such as Yonge-Dundas Square (Toronto), The Opera House Harborfront Center (Ontario), Queens University (Ontario), The Horseshoe and multiple festivals such as the Global Village Festival, Global Youth Day, to name a few. Christine has also toured internationally to connect with fans around the world. Reaching over hundreds of thousands of fans in more than 25 countries, Saade' continues to grow her global fan base with her own infectious beats, motivating lyrics, captivating live performances and DJ sets.

In addition to her musical efforts, Christine works closely with different organizations to positively impact communities around the world. Christine has worked with non-profits such as B2DS (Beats To Da Streets), Global Youth Day, CANFAR, Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and more. She's an excellent talent emerging from a new generation of artists, not only making hits but a movement in the world.

Keep an eye out for Christine Saadé’s upcoming EP entitled, HYSC? EP 1. This will be the first of a series of “music episodes,” as Christine calls it, which will be classified based on genre style. The first EP will be a mix of electronic and pop oriented songs coming out in early 2017. For more information on Christine Saadé please visit her official website at http://www.christinesaade.com.

Download “Get Together” (Ft. Twisted Dee)

Contact:
Chip Schutzman
Miles High Productions
PO Box 93157
Hollywood, CA 90093
323-871-4821
chip@mileshighproductions.com
http://www.mileshighproductions.com

Monterey Peninsula Surgery Centers Announce Opening of Minimus Institute

Monterey Peninsula Surgery Centers (MPSC), one of the largest locally owned and operated outpatient surgery organizations in the United States, announced today the opening of the Minimus Institute

Monterey, CA, November 15, 2016 — Monterey Peninsula Surgery Centers (MPSC), one of the largest locally owned and operated outpatient surgery organizations in the United States, announced today the opening of the Minimus Institute, a national referral center offering state-of-the-art outpatient surgery to patients and self-insured groups throughout the country.

Although the majority of their patients reside in Northern and Central California, in the last five years, MPSC has become a national center attracting patients from 47 states and 10 countries seeking the most advanced minimally-invasive surgery. Through Minimus Institute, MPSC will extend the organization's outreach to formally become a national surgery referral center offering patient-focused surgical care in a concierge setting, featuring world-class surgeons and an innovative transparent pricing and outcome reporting system.

"Patients can visit our website at MontereySurgeryCenter.com to view prices, patient satisfaction scores and infection rates to help them make an informed decision regarding their surgery options," said Thomas D. Wilson, Managing Partner and CEO of MPSC. “Minimus provides patients an outstanding surgical experience with great value as measured by an optimum combination of quality, service and price. Because surgery is all we do, our hallmarks are efficiency, clarity and excellence. Our goal is to deliver surgery a better way. We strive to be pioneers in arming our patients with knowledge, including real-time data on outcomes, infection rates and satisfaction scores along with transparent pricing. We want to enable patients to make well-informed decisions."

By leveraging the organization’s high-quality care and excellent patient experience with transparent pricing and outcomes, Minimus seeks to demystify the patient/surgery/doctor interaction. Minimus's prime objective is to become recognized as a national destination surgery center or “beacon” for patients, insurance companies and self-insured groups seeking the most advanced and least invasive outpatient surgery in a setting featuring transparency, value and great outcomes.

Background on MPSC:
MPSC and its surgeons are recognized leaders in outpatient surgical care as measured by the high demand for its services, extremely low infection rates, 99% patient satisfaction scores and affordable, transparent pricing. It is known for performing complex surgery, including total joint replacements, major spine surgeries, hysterectomies, breast reconstruction and thyroidectomies in the outpatient setting. In excess of 31,500 surgical procedures in 13 specialties are performed annually at MPSC by its 190 physicians on staff. Our world class surgeons, anesthesiologists, technology and techniques have resulted in exceptionally low complication rates and soaring patient-satisfaction scores. (Recommend deleting the last sentence as repetitive).

Minimus Institute:
Minimus Institute is a national state-of-the-art surgical institute located in a beautiful setting on California's Central Coast, providing patients access to world-class surgeons and exceptional value. Offering transparent pricing and clear, comprehensive outcome information and patient-satisfaction scores, Minimus demystifies the surgical-care experience allowing patients to make the most informed decisions about their care.

Contact:
Marci Bracco Cain
Chatterbox PR
Salinas, CA 93901
(831) 747-7455
http://www.montereysurgerycenter.com/

Salinas Valley Comic Con Returns December 16-18

The National Steinbeck Center’s annual celebration of zines, comic books, and pop culture, Salinas Valley Comic Con, returns December 16-18 at the Hartnell College Student Center.

Salinas, CA, November 15, 2016 - The National Steinbeck Center’s annual celebration of zines, comic books, and pop culture, Salinas Valley Comic Con, returns December 16-18 at the Hartnell College Student Center.

Salinas Valley Comic Con begins on Friday, December 16 with a kick off party where vendors, exhibitors, panelists, and guests will have an opportunity to mingle before the convention floor opens on Saturday, December 17. Guests will be treated to over 22 vendors, interesting panel discussions, cosplay contests, and more on December 17 and December 18. Special treats include the popular 501st Legion, a photo spot with custom Salinas Valley Comic Con backdrops, and an exhibit of comic books from UC Santa Cruz’s collection.

Brigget Spicer, a local artist and volunteer coordinator for Salinas Valley Comic Con, stresses the need for programs like SVCC in the Salinas area. “People were just so excited when the Salinas Valley Comic Con came onto the scene.” Spicer said. “ Usually comic conventions happen in larger cities like San Francisco or San Jose. SVCC was happening HERE, in Salinas. I’ve been a vendor at both prior events. I saw families showing up with their kids, all ages cosplay, and local talent being spot-lighted. They all shared an enthusiasm for comics. This is what needs to happen here in our community: people coming together over comics.”

Tickets are available online through EventBrite and range from $5 for a one day children’s ticket to $25 for a two-day pass. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/salinas-valley-comic-con-2016-tickets-28343027759#tickets

About the National Steinbeck Center
The National Steinbeck Center opened in 1998 as the only museum in the world solely dedicated to the life, works, and legacy of John Steinbeck. Located in Salinas, California the National Steinbeck Center is situated in the heart of Steinbeck Country and the sites and sounds immortalized in dozens of Steinbeck's novels.

Contact:
Eric Mora
Marketing Coordinator
National Steinbeck Center
Salinas, CA 93901
831-775-4729
eric@steinbeck.org
http://www.steinbeck.org

Indie Folk/Rock Band Cranky George Featuring Actor Dermot Mulroney to Release Latest Video, Single “Misery Road”

“Misery Road”will be released November 18 and is the second single from the band’s debut full length album Fat Lot of Good, available now!

Los Angeles, CA, November 15, 2016 – “Misery Road,” the latest video and single from Los Angeles-based indie folk/rock band Cranky George, will be released on November 18. The song is the second single from the groups debut full-length album ‘Fat Lot of Good,’ following September’s release of the first single “Nighttime.” “Misery Road” features co-founder and actor Dermot Mulroney (My Best Friend’s Wedding, current CBS series Pure Genius) on vocals and co-founder of both Cranky George and The Pogues, James Fearnley on accordion.

Watch the Video for “Misery Road” Here (Pass: miseryroad2016)

Cranky George describes “Misery Road” as “a song with a country flair” and says the song wears its “emotions on the sleeve.” The lyrics, sung by Dermot Mulroney, center around “a love affair gone wrong and a man leaving town to find answers” and the music video continues to explore this theme with a narrative following a man struggling with his love life and jumping in his car to escape. All of this action – including the band performing in a junkyard – is “set against a toe-tapping beat, led by a hooky accordion line.”

Recorded over a span of five years at bassist/producer Brad Wood’s Seagrass Studio, Cranky George’s debut full-length album Fat Lot of Good tips music from the bucket that dredges the confluence of the Danube, the Shannon and the Missouri. The album embraces fourteen songs, individually divergent, but which together ply a course from haven, round horn and back to harbor, by means of lullaby, torch song, sea shanty and murder ballad – an album which, with compassion, irony, humor and sometimes horror, tells stories of desire, love, loss, cruelty, ruination and pity. The music on the record, while diverse, features common threads such as Cranky George’s signature folk-inspired instrumentation – including accordion, violin, mandolin, acoustic guitars and ukuleles. Fat Lot of Good is available now via major digital outlets, on CD, and in a 450-copy limited edition double vinyl.

About Cranky George:
Los Angeles based Cranky George has brought together members and musical styles from both sides of the Atlantic to create a unique take on folk-influenced indie rock that is as special and diverse as the members themselves.

James Fearnley, co- founder and accordionist for the London-Irish folk-punk band, The Pogues, and the Mulroney brothers, Kieran and Dermot, siblings from a large, Irish-American family from Alexandria, VA, first came together as neighbors in Hollywood, California. While both of the Mulroney siblings are known for their work on and behind the screen with movies, they are both classically trained musicians; Dermot on the cello, mandolin, and guitar and Kieran on violin, ukulele, and tenor guitar. In 1994, they formed the LA based band, The Low and Sweet Orchestra, which released an acclaimed record, Goodbye to All That, on Interscope Records in 1996. After The Low and Sweet Orchestra split, both Mulroney brothers and Fearnley formed the Cranky George Trio.

During this time, Brad Wood, who has produced records for artist from the likes of The Bangles, Ben Lee, Pete Yorn, and Veruca Salt, was added on bass. To round out the new line up of Cranky George, Sebastian Sheehan Visconti, a sound designer and sound effects editor who notably worked on the television series The Muppets and The Flash, joined on percussion. After five years of work, Cranky George’s full-length debut – Fat Lot of Good – is available now. Dermot Mulroney and other band members are available for interviews about the group.

Follow Cranky George:
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See Cranky George Live:
November 19 – Molly Malone’s – Los Angeles
December 3 – Molly Malone’s – Los Angeles

For more information, to request an interview, or for a review copy of ‘Fat Lot of Good’ or “Misery Road”

Contact:
Chip Schutzman
Miles High Productions
PO Box 93157
Hollywood, CA 90093
323-871-4821
chip@mileshighproductions.com
http://www.mileshighproductions.com

Netkiller promotes G Suite upgrade with 6 Months Free Extension Offer

Netkiller Inc, based in San Jose, California— an authorized G Suite reseller— has introduced an extended contract offer with Google for companies upgrading from G Suite Basic to G Suite Business.

San Jose, CA, November 10, 2016 - Netkiller Inc, based in San Jose, California— an authorized G Suite reseller— has introduced an extended contract offer with Google for companies upgrading from G Suite Basic to G Suite Business. The limited-time promotion offers an extended term of 18 months for the price of 12 months, and includes unlimited storage for all users that are upgraded to G Suite Business. The extended 6 months are discounted on a monthly basis. After 18 months, users have the choice to return to G Suite Basic or continue with G Suite Business.

Formerly known as Google Apps for Work, G Suite has received a new name and new features implementing increased security and greater storage space. G Suite includes a set of intelligent apps such as Gmail, Docs, Drive, and Calendar to keep companies organized and connected anywhere around the world. Google announced that on top of the tools offered before, they have added their most advanced security features including email retention, enhanced admin controls, and account-wide search capabilities for G Suite. It has 30GB of storage in Google Drive with email, online messaging, and real-time collaboration tools for Google Docs.

The promotion offer is offered for accounts currently on G Suite Basic (formerly known as Google Apps for Work) with 10-99 seats looking to upgrade to G Suite Business (formerly known as Google Apps for Work Unlimited). The regular price for G Suite Business is $120 per user, per year. With this offer, upgraders receive a $60 discount for each user that is upgraded and unlimited storage for accounts that are upgraded, receiving G Suite Business for the full term of 18 months— an extended 6 month contract— priced at $120 per user. The promotion is valid until December 15, 2016.

Contact:
Harry Jung
Netkiller Inc.
4320 Stevens Creek Blvd., Ste 211
San Jose, CA 95129, USA
(408) 641-0114
info@netkiller.com
http://www.netkiller.com

2017 Big Sur Foragers Festival Announces Fungus Face-off on January 14 and Grand Chef Dinner on January 15

Chef-host Tim Wood joins forces with Bay Area chef/restaurateur Rodney Worth

Big Sur, CA, November 05, 2016 - The Big Sur Foragers Festival may have changed the location of its annual Grand Chef Dinner for 2017, but the event’s culinary star power remains intact.

With a resort enhancement project in development at Ventana Big Sur, the festival moved its spectacular wine dinner to sister resort Carmel Valley Ranch, which was just named the No. 1 resort in Northern California in the Conde Nast Traveler 2016 Readers’ Choice Awards. Tim Wood, executive chef of Carmel Valley Ranch and the driving force behind its award-winning Valley Kitchen Restaurant, will co-host the January 15 event along with high-profile chef and restaurateur Rodney Worth, who owns six restaurants in the San Francisco East Bay and The Pear Southern Bistro in downtown Napa. These two culinary contemporaries have much in common, as Wood and Worth each carry out a farm-to-table approach using local, sustainable ingredients, and are passionate supporters of sustainability initiatives including the Monterey Bay Aquarium’s Seafood Watch program.

An intimate forage-inspired feast paired with incredible wines, the multi-course dinner from Chefs Wood and Worth begins at 6 p.m., and seating is extremely limited. Early-bird tickets on Eventbrite cost $150 if purchased before November 30 ($175 beginning December 1).

Carmel Valley Ranch will also host the Foragers Festival’s popular Fungus Face-Off on Saturday, January 14, in a beautiful tented setting on the resort’s Pete Dye-designed golf course. This popular event sells out early. There are 250 available tickets, priced at $65 per person. The price includes samples of foraged foods prepared by local chefs, award winning local wines to taste and samplings of local craft beers. A selection of handcrafted items will also be available for purchase from local artisan vendors.

Fungus Face-Off Winery and Brewery Partners Include:

● Holman Ranch

● Mesa Del Sol

● Bernardus

● McIntyre Vineyards

● Chappellet

● Twisted Roots

● Chesebro Wines

● De Tierra Vineyards

● Morgan Winery

● Bonny Doon Vineyards

● Filipponi Ranch Cellars

● Firestone Walker Brewing Company

● Belgian Pacific

● Blair Winery

● Alvarado Street Brewery

● Mad Otter Ale

Fungus Face-Off Chef and Restaurant Partners Include:

● Chef Tim Wood, Valley Kitchen, Carmel Valley Ranch

● Chef Matt Glazer, Glazer Food and Beverage

● Chef Chad Minton, Hyatt Carmel Highlands

● Chef Soerke Peters, Basil Seasonal Dining

● Chef Angela Tamura, Peppoli

● Chef Cy Yontz, Rio Grill

● Chef Todd Fisher, Tarpy’s Roadhouse

● Pastry Chef Ben Spungin, Sierra Mar

● The Culinary Team at Alvarado Street Brewery

● Quail and Olive

● Carmel Honey Company

● Big Sur Sea Salt

● Salt Roots Soap Company

The nonprofit Big Sur Health Center will receive proceeds from all foraging events to help support the continued presence of local healthcare services in the Big Sur area. For Foragers Festival details visit www.bigsurforagersfestival.org. Tickets can be purchased at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/big-sur-foragers-festival-2017-tickets-26923723582

Contact:
Marci Bracco Cain
Chatterbox PR
Salinas, CA 93901
(831) 747-7455
http://www.bigsurforagersfestival.org

Vietnam is shaping up as one of the Most Attractive Destinations in Asia

New cruises and resorts bump up luxury travel in Vietnam

Hanoi, Vietnam, November 03, 2016 - Luxury travel on the rise, Vietnam adds luxury cruises, seaplane, helicopter, hotels and experiential travel. Luxury Travel Ltd. (luxurytravels.asia) promotes world’s most authentic experiences in Vietnam and Southeast Asia countries in the upcoming WTM London from 7 to 9 Nov 2016.

Many British travel experts say Vietnam is now one of the top ten destinations in Asia, with luxury the fastest-growing segment. The beauty of Vietnam is that it continues to evolve without diluting its cultural heritage, achieving that delicate balance between modernity and the past.

Pham Ha, founder and CEO of Luxury Travel Ltd (www.luxurytravels.asia), one of the country’s first luxury travel and tour operators said, “Today’s luxury travelers want to be entertained and stimulated, rather than simply pampered, and Vietnam offers a magical mix of tropical beaches, post-colonial charm, a string of World Heritage Sites, stunning inland scenery, world-renowned cuisine and a home-grown flair for hospitality. Britons look for authentic experiences, Vietnam has all to offer.”

The luxury traveler is being tempted with new cruises in Nha Trang, hotels such as Le Meridien Saigon and the Reverie Hotel Saigon, experiences and tours, such as flying to Halong Bay from Hanoi by sea plane or helicopter service in Danang to Son Dong Cave or Nha Trang. Son Doong Cave in Quang Binh makes adventurious travelers crazy to explore it.

Vietnam’s tourism infrastructure has improved dramatically, a fast-growing list of modern luxury and spa destinations and recently opened golf courses, the launch of luxury yacht and river cruise services ensure stress-free journeys away from the busy roads. More airlines fly to Danang and Nha Trang and other hubs such Hanoi and Saigon, such improvements account for the the country’s recent growth in popularity especially with visa wavers for 6 European countries.

So what are some of Ha’s top hotels and activities in Vietnam? He says his personal favorites are Amano’i Ninh Thuan, near Nha Trang and an overnight cruise on Halong Bay, one of the country’s highlights and his favorite authentic cruising experiences in Nha Trang.

Luxury travelers now have the opportunity to cruise in Nha Trang Bay, not just in Halong Bay and along the Mekong. Being recognized as the pearl of the South Central Coast of Vietnam, Nha Trang has become one of the most famous tourist destinations in Vietnam because of its natural beauty and superb climate with 300 days of sunshine.

According to this travel guru, the all-inclusive Emperor Cruises Bai Tu Long Bay is the most authentic new cruising experience in Vietnam in 2017. Being treated as kings and queens, indulging in services such as music, fine arts, architecture, culture, cuisines, history, and outdoor activities where everything is all included on the overnight 8 all suite cabin.

“The top ten that seem to leave travelers in awe are the Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi Hotel, La Residence Hue Hotel and Spa, Banyan Tree Lang Co, InterContiental Sun Peninsular Danang, the Nam Hai in Hoi An, the Park Hyatt Saigon Hotel, Six Senses Ninh Van Bay Nha Trang, Princess d’Annam Phan Thiet, Six Senses Con Dao and Amano’i Ninh Thuan,” he said.

Pham Ha and his Luxury Travel team attend the upcoming WTM London to promote the authentic travel experiences in Vietnam and Southeast Asia. Discover more at www.luxurytravels.asia

Contact:
Nguyen Huyen
Luxury Travel Co., Ltd (Vietnam)
Hanoi Head office
05 Nguyen Truong To Street
Ba Dinh Dist, Hanoi, Vietnam
84.4. 3927 4120. Ext 113
marketing1@luxurytravelvietnam.com
http://luxurytravels.asia

2017 Big Sur Foragers Festival Tickets on Sale and Fungus Face off Participants Announced

Big Sur Health Center announces January 13–15, 2017, as the dates for its annual Big Sur Foragers Festival.

Salinas, CA, November 02, 2016 - Big Sur Health Center announces January 13–15, 2017, as the dates for its annual Big Sur Foragers Festival. This year’s partners include Carmel Valley Ranch, the sister property of longtime host Ventana Big Sur that was just named the No. 1 resort in Northern California in the Conde Nast Traveler 2016 Readers’ Choice Awards. With a resort enhancement project underway at Ventana Big Sur, the Fungus Face-Off and Grand Chef dinner will take place this year at Carmel Valley Ranch, a summer-camp-inspired resort that sprawls across 500 acres and celebrates a deep connection to the land of Carmel Valley.

The event has traditionally served as a fundraiser for the Big Sur Health Center. The community’s non-profit health center will receive the proceeds from the foraging events to help support the continued presence of local healthcare services in the Big Sur area.

New events for 2017 include:

● A Friday night winemaker dinner series will be held at select restaurants throughout Monterey County. La Balena in Carmel will participate, donating 20 percent of the proceeds to the Health Center. Will’s Fargo Restaurant + Bar in Carmel Valley and Alvarado Street Brewery and Grill in Monterey will each donate 10 percent. The Big Sur River Inn will hold a forager-themed brunch, also donating a percentage of profits to the event.

● A vendor’s market will take place following the Fungus Face Off Saturday, January 14th from 1-4 p.m. Meet the local artisans during the Face Off, then shop at the market from 4-5:30 p.m. Each vendor-partner will donate a portion of their sales to the Big Sur Health Center.
Participants include:

● Carmel Honey Company: Jake Reisdorf’s fifth-grade report on bees developed into a successful business model with a non-profit component. Meet young Jake and his mom Becky as they detail the wonders of honeybees.

● The Quail and Olive: Board-certified cardiologist Dr. Stephen Brabeck long recognized the health benefits of olive oil so he started a successful local business centered around a California olive oil experience.

● Salt Roots Soap Company: Meet Stephanie Wise, who started this unique artisan company with her friend Shani Fridrich. Their soaps are handmade in small batches, which creates unique beauty in the variations of design, texture and color.

● Big Sur Sea Salt: Anna Linden runs this new startup, taking advantage of the natural bounty that comes from pristine seawater along the Big Sur Coast.

● Join us for a special evening at Hyatt Carmel Highlands. Executive chef Chad Minton and the culinary team will create a three-course meal paired with wines from Bonny Doon Vineyard. The evening will begin with a reception of passed appetizers, wines from Bonny Doon and live music from Dino Vera from 6:30–7 p.m. At 7 p.m. enjoy a three-course dinner in the legendary wine room. Meet the culinary team and representatives from Bonny Doon Vineyard! There are only 24 seats available. Tickets are $175 per person and can be purchased through https://www.eventbrite.com/e/big-sur-foragers-festival-2017-tickets-26923723582

Back by Popular Demand:
● An exclusive Friday night dinner at Sierra Mar restaurant at Post Ranch Inn with a special menu and a unique opportunity to enjoy wines from their award-winning wine cellar. This event is limited to 14 people.

● The “Fungus Face-Off” will take place in a beautiful tented setting on the Pete Dye-designed golf course at Carmel Valley Ranch. This popular event sells out early. There are 250 available tickets, priced at $65 per person.

Fungus Face Off Winery and Brewery Partners Include:

● Holman Ranch

● Mesa Del Sol

● Bernardus

● McIntyre Vineyards

● Chappellet

● Twisted Roots

● Chesebro Wines

● De Tierra Vineyards

● Morgan Winery

● Bonny Doon Vineyards

● Filipponi Ranch Cellars

● Firestone Walker Brewing Company

● Belgian Pacific

● Blair Winery

● Alvarado Street Brewery

● Mad Otter Ale

Fungus Face Off Chef and Restaurant Partners Include:

● Chef Tim Wood, Valley Kitchen, Carmel Valley Ranch

● Chef Matt Glazer, Glazer Food and Beverage

● Chef Chad Minton, Hyatt Carmel Highlands

● Chef Soerke Peters, Basil Seasonal Dining

● Chef Angela Tamura, Peppoli

● Chef Cy Yontz, Rio Grill

● Chef Todd Fisher, Tarpy’s Roadhouse

● Pastry Chef Ben Spungin, Sierra Mar

● The Culinary Team at Alvarado Street Brewery

● Quail and Olive

● Carmel Honey Company

● Big Sur Sea Salt

● Salt Roots Soap Company

Grand Chef Dinner at Carmel Valley Ranch — details to be announced soon.

Two foraging walks led by Steve Copeland and his expert team from Big Sur Guides. An easy “Wild Mushroom Walk and Talk” at Pfeiffer State Park and a nearby intermediate walk. This year, both hikes will be held on Sunday. There are 30 spaces available per walk. Tickets are $60 per person.

For event details visit www.bigsurforagersfestival.org. Tickets can be purchased at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/big-sur-foragers-festival-2017-tickets-26923723582.

Contact:
Marci Bracco Cain
Chatterbox PR
Salinas, CA 93901
(831) 747-7455
http://www.bigsurforagersfestival.org