Holman Ranch Tasting Room Celebrates The Holidays

Yes Virginia There is a Santa Claus and He Must Drink Wine!

Carmel Valley, CA, September 30, 2015 - At some point it’s going to happen. You’re going to have to attack that Christmas list of yours. It can seem like the holiday season is full of potential wine-related pitfalls: what's the correct bottle to give to your boss? Which bottle would be nice for a dinner hostess gift, and what can you buy for a party? There is better time than now to warm up with a glass of wine at the Holman Ranch Tasting Room. Let our team help you shop for the wine lover in your life and take home a few bottles for yourself. It's one-stop, slightly selfish shopping at its best. How grand!

Whether you are looking to pair wines with Christmas Dinner, share new wines with friends and family at holiday parties or need the perfect wine lover's gift. Let Holman Ranch help you spread the cheer this Christmas.

Give The Gift of Membership
The perfect gift for anyone on your shopping list if the Holman Ranch Wine Club! Your Ticket to Unique Members-only Experiences. There are two levels of membership that perfectly pair with your preferences.

ESTATE CLUB MEMBERSHIP
2 shipments per year / 1 case total
(6 bottles per shipment)

Estate Membership guarantees access to all of our small production wines and is an excellent way to become familiar with our Holman Ranch Estate mountain vineyards. Many of these wines are exclusive to our tasting room and Wine Club and not available anywhere else. In addition to regular event invitations, Holman Ranch will host preferred events and exclusive Members Only release parties on the Ranch and in our wine cave. We offer a Pinot Noir and White option, as well as a Pinot Noir-only option for those who prefer reds.

The Estate Club Membership includes:
• Two week pre-release email notification of wines to be shipped, pricing and expected ship date
• Complimentary tastings for you and up to three guests (maximum of four people)
• Exclusive access to “Wine Club Only” and new release wines as well as our Estate Olive Oil
• Pre-release opportunity to purchase new wines before Tasting Room release
• Complimentary VIP tours of the Holman Ranch Vineyard and Winery, by appointment
• Two free tickets to Holman Ranch’s annual Fiesta de los Amigos
• Preferred reservation status to any wine education or hospitality event (plus discounted Wine Club pricing to many of these public events)
• Holman Ranch wine key as a welcome gift
• Option to customize each shipment to your current varietal needs or budget
http://shop.holmanranch.com/estateclub.aspx
• GRAND ESTATE CLUB MEMBERSHIP
2 shipments per year / 2 cases total
(12 bottles per shipment)

Enjoy the prestige of being a part of an exclusive, limited membership club! A selection of our limited-production Pinot Noirs and/or White wines in each case – an excellent way to build your cellar through regular install- ments of our finest varietals. As an exclusive benefit to the Grand Membership, each member is entitled to a complimentary two-night stay for two in one of Holman Ranch’s hospitality cottages. In addition, all Wine Club shipping charges are complimentary.* Of course, the Grand Membership makes you eligible for all member only events and special invitations to private dinners and barrel tastings with our winemaker in our wine cave. Choose our Pinot Noir and White option or a Pinot Noir-only option if you prefer reds.

The Grand Estate Club Membership includes:
All of the benefits of Estate Club as well as:
• Complimentary shipping on wine club shipments (ground)*
• Enjoy a complimentary two-night stay in one of Holman Ranch’s Hospitality cottages each year (subject to availability)**
• Invitation to private dinners and barrel tastings with our winemaker in our wine cave
• Holman Ranch “welcome” gift: keepsake wine key and a bottle of our Extra Virgin Estate Olive Oil
http://shop.holmanranch.com/grandestateclub.aspx

Enter to Win!
Purchase a membership to give as a holiday gift and you will be entered into a drawing for a complimentary Estate Club Membership for 1 year! One lucky winner will be drawn December 23rd.

Hostess Gifts
It’s that time of year, when parties seem to pop up every night. In need of the perfect hostess gift? Grab a bottle of wine or ask up to put together a custom wine package for you, or have something shipped.

The estate wines of Holman Ranch include: Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc and Rosé of Pinot Noir are the perfect hostess or holiday gift.

Holman Ranch Vineyard and Winery Background:
Located at the north eastern tip of the Carmel Valley Appellation, the family-owned Holman Ranch resides approximately 12 miles inland from the Pacific Coast. Immersed in history and romance, the ranch has not only proven to be an excellent growing location for our vineyards but also for the Tuscan varietal olive trees which have flourished under the temperate climate.

Holman Ranch estate-grown wine varietals are planted on approximately 19 acres of undulating terrain. The wines produced are unfined and crafted to deliver the true varietal of the grape from harvest to bottle. The climate and terroir of the appellation has played a critical part in the success of their wines. The warmth of the inland valley coupled with the cooling marine layer has proven to be an ideal microclimate for the production of Pinot Noir and Pinot Gris. The vineyards' Burgundy Clones have thrived from the perfect blend of ideal climate, southern exposure and thin rocky soils.

The estate wines of Holman Ranch include: Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, and Rosé of Pinot Noir. Carefully hand-harvested, cold pressed and bottled, the Extra Virgin Olive Oil produced from the fruits of our trees has a delightfully distinctive flavor.

Stop by Holman Ranch’s Carmel Valley tasting room at 19 E. Carmel Valley Road in Carmel Valley to swirl, sip and savor the different complexities of Holman Ranch Vineyard and Winery wines. There is something for everyone (4 varietals in fact), from the full-bodied Pinot Noirs to the light, fruity flavors of our Pinot Gris and lightly oaked Chardonnay. Holman Ranch also offers estate grown and bottled Olive Oil available for tasting and purchase at the Tasting Room.

The Tasting Room showcases the estate wines of Holman Ranch which includes our Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, and Rosé of Pinot Noir. Carefully hand-harvested, cold pressed and bottled, the Extra Virgin Olive Oil produced from the fruits of our Tuscan trees has a delightful spice followed by a buttery finish.
Tastings are offered daily. A standard tasting includes four varietals. For more information, call (831) 659-2640.

The tasting room is open daily from 11:00 am–6:00 pm and can be reserved for private events. http://www.holmanranch.com/

Holman Ranch Background:
Holman Ranch: Where the Past is Always Present. Tucked away in the rolling hills of Carmel Valley, historic Holman Ranch provides a unique and memorable setting for weddings, special events, family gatherings, corporate retreats, and team-building events. With its charming gardens, stunning mountain views and serenity, this private estate affords old-world charm while providing modern day conveniences. This stunning Property includes a fully restored stone hacienda, overnight guest rooms, vineyards, olive grove, horse stables and more.

About the Wine Caves:
The winery at Holman Ranch, located in The Caves, is completely underground in order to take advantage of the natural cooling and low humidity of the caves. The 3,000-square-foot area maintains a constant temperature of 58-60 degrees Fahrenheit and contains four 750-gallon tanks, four 1,200-gallon tanks, and four open-top tanks that can hold two tons of grapes each. One hundred French oak barrels are maintained year-round. Winery operations such as de-stemming, pressing, fermenting and aging take place in the cool environment of The Caves. Bottling is done directly outside using a mobile bottling line. During harvest, 6 to 8 tons of grapes a day are processed. This may seem a low figure, but harvesting hours are limited to between 7 a.m. to noon on any given day. Grapes are hand picked and loaded into half-ton bins, transferred to the winery by tractor and then moved by forklift to the de-stemmer. White wines take around three weeks to ferment at 50 degrees Fahrenheit and are bottled in February, while red varietals ferment for two weeks and are bottled in early June. All skins, seeds and stems are composted and returned to the fields. Slow months for our winery are June, July and August, with the busiest time being September. The winery produces 3,000-5,000 cases annually.

About The Owners:
Carmel Valley’s iconic steakhouse Will’s Fargo is owned and operated by the husband-and-wife team of Nick Elliott and Hunter Lowder, who also team up to run nearby Holman Ranch, a wedding and special event venue that also produces wine and olive oil. Lowder formerly served as manager of Rio Grill in Carmel, while Elliott is a culinary school graduate. At Will’s, Lowder manages the front of the house while Elliott runs the bar. The couple maintains Will’s Fargo’s reputation as an elite steakhouse and popular locals’ hangout, while also using the property as an off-site option for Holman Ranch guests.

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

Wines for a Worthy Cause

Give The Gift of Jarman Wines and Give Back This Holiday Season

Carmel Valley, CA, September 29, 2015 — Toast the holidays with a wine that gives back. By purchasing Jarman Wines you will not only get premium wines, but you will be supporting a worthy cause, finding a cure for Alzheimer's disease.

Jarman Wines, from Carmel Valley's newest winery, make the perfect hostess gifts and party offerings. Even better, each purchase will help to benefit the Alzheimer's Drug Discovery Foundation (ADDF). In addition, the winery has opened a tasting lounge in Carmel Valley that offers three levels of wine tasting and three specially themed picnic packages. Gift certificates for the picnic packages make the perfect stocking stuffer.

To honor her late mother's memory, Holman Ranch manager and eldest daughter Hunter Lowder took the best hand-selected estate grapes and created two premium varietals—Jarman Chardonnay and Jarman Pinot Noir—with $1 from each bottle sold going to the ADDF.

Jarman Lowder, Hunter’s mother, grew up in Chattanooga, Tenn., and lived up to being voted “best all around” in high school. She earned a nursing degree, worked as an R.N. and raised three daughters with her husband, Thomas. An active volunteer, animal lover, athlete and enthusiastic traveler, Jarman wanted to spend her golden years making wine with her husband at Holman Ranch, an idyllic piece of property in Carmel Valley, Ca. they purchased to realize that dream. Tragically, Lowder died in March 2011 at age 60 following a long battle with early-onset Alzheimer's disease.

Holman Ranch and Jarman Wines have partnered with the ADDF to support research toward treatment and a cure for Alzheimer’s disease and to celebrate the life of Jarman Lowder.

“We wanted to honor her, give back and increase awareness,” said her daughter Hunter. “Everything we do here and the reason all this exists is because of her.”

“We appreciate the generous support of Holman Ranch and the Lowder family,” says Dr. Howard Fillit, founding Executive Director and Chief Science Officer for the ADDF. “And we are proud that 100 percent of every dollar donated through this partnership will go directly to fund drug research for Alzheimer’s disease.”

Dr. Fillit knew Jarman Lowder personally and was excited by the opportunity to honor her legacy in such a meaningful way.

Give the Gift of a Wine Society Membership:
Enjoy the prestige of being a part of an exclusive membership! Receiving shipments of limited-production Jarman Pinot Noir and Jarman Chardonnay is an excellent way to build a cellar through two special installments of Jarman vintages, Heritage Society and Legacy Society.

Heritage Society
3 Bottles of Chardonnay & 3 Bottles of Pinot Noir each Spring and Fall
• One month pre-release email notification of wines to be shipped, pricing and expected ship date
• Complimentary Cru tastings for a member and one guest (maximum of two people)
• Pre-release opportunity to purchase new wines before Tasting Room release
• Complimentary VIP tours of the Estate Vineyard and Winery, by appointment
• Two free tickets to Holman Ranch’s annual Fiesta de los Amigos
• Preferred reservation status to any wine education or hospitality event (plus discounted Wine Club pricing to many of these public events)
• Jarman wine key as a welcome gift
• Year-round 10% discount on meals at Will's Fargo Steakhouse and Bar.

Legacy Society
6 Bottles of Chardonnay & 6 Bottles of Pinot Noir each Spring and Fall
LIMITED TO 150 MEMBERS
Enjoy all of the benefits of the Heritage Society, plus:
• Complimentary shipping on wine club shipments to a business address (ground)
• Complimentary two-night stay in one of Holman Ranch’s hospitality cottages each year (subject to availability)
• Invitation to private dinners and barrel tastings with our winemaker in our wine cave
• Jarman Wines welcome gift: keepsake wine key and a bottle of Holman Ranch Extra Virgin Olive Oil and Red Wine Vinegar.
• Year-round 15% discount on meals at Will's Fargo Steakhouse and Bar.

About Jarman Wines
Jarman’s terroir (a French word that speaks to a wine’s place of origin, its subtle nuances of traceable character, flavor, lineage and integrity) refers to a special place in Carmel Valley — and also to a special woman who inspired a family to bottle the essence of a mother’s spirit. The Jarman label reflects quality, with only the best local grapes used during an artisanal, small-batch winemaking process. Jarman wine uses only 100 percent estate-grown, organic and certified-sustainable grapes. Aged in French oak barrels, Jarman’s vintages are held in limited supply, and are not available anywhere outside their tasting room.

The two varietals include:
#The 2013 Jarman Pinot Noir takes on nuances of warm blueberry pie, cloves and cinnamon that mingle in the nose with oak notes from 10 months in the barrel. The mouth-feel is plump and juicy with overtones of cassis and blackberries.

#The 2014 Jarman Chardonnay features floral notes reminiscent of walking by a parfumerie in France — subtle and pleasant with a hint of earthiness. When serving this wine lightly chilled, rich notes of underripe berries and raw honey will waltz across your palate.

To further honor their mother’s memory, the family has opened a special tasting room in Carmel Valley Village (open noon to 5 p.m., Thurs.-Sun.; or by appointment) next to Will’s Fargo Steakhouse + Bar, the restaurant they purchased in 2014. The tastings will feature full-fledged experiences, including tours and wine education, and each will include a food element that complements the wine. The new Jarman tasting room will provide visitors with three unique experiences: Cru Tasting, Premier Cru Experience and the Grand Cru Experience.

About the ADDF
Founded in 1998 by co-chairmen Leonard A. and Ronald S. Lauder, the Alzheimer’s Drug Discovery Foundation is dedicated to rapidly accelerating the discovery of drugs to prevent, treat and cure Alzheimer's disease. It follows a venture philanthropy model, funding promising research in academia and the biotech industry. It’s the only such charity solely dedicated to funding the development of drugs for Alzheimer’s. Since its founding, the ADDF has awarded more than $75 million to fund over 450 Alzheimer’s drug discovery programs and clinical trials in 18 countries. By supporting innovative research projects around the globe, the ADDF increases the chance of finding a cure.

Jarman Tasting Lounge and Patio
18 W. Carmel Valley Road,
Carmel Valley, CA
Website: jarmanwine.com
Phone: 831-298-7300
E-mail: info@jarmanwine.com

About The Owners:
Carmel Valley’s iconic steakhouse Will’s Fargo is owned and operated by the husband-and-wife team of Nick Elliott and Hunter Lowder, who also team up to run nearby Holman Ranch, a wedding and special event venue that also produces wine and olive oil. Lowder formerly served as manager of Rio Grill in Carmel, while Elliott is a culinary school graduate. At Will’s, Lowder manages the front of the house while Elliott runs the bar. The couple maintains Will’s Fargo’s reputation as an elite steakhouse and popular locals’ hangout, while also using the property as an off-site option for Holman Ranch guests.

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

Bidology begins National expansion in Arizona. Taking on Angie’s List, Thumbtack, and others that have a “Pay to Play” Mentality

As a small business owner, Adam Younger became increasingly frustrated with paying membership dues, and purchasing credits to apply toward a service request, none of which guaranteed him business.

Gilbert, AZ, September 25, 2015 – As a small business owner, Adam Younger became increasingly frustrated with paying membership dues, and purchasing credits to apply toward a service request, none of which guaranteed him business. As such, he decided to re-engineer the way consumers connect with local service providers. Welcome to Bidology, the new local service marketplace that is taking on Angie’s List, Thumbtack, and others that have a “pay to play” mentality.

Bidology offers a comprehensive bidding platform for consumers looking to hire for services across the home improvement, automotive repair, health and beauty, professional, sporting, entertainment and other applicable categories.

The premise behind Bidology is simple. Consumers log onto www.bidology.com and type a brief description of the service they need completed and upload any relevant information to better explain to request to providers. Before submitting their request, the consumer then enters either a maximum bid amount they are willing to pay for the service to be completed, of they can simply request bids from local providers whose skillset matches their request. Once a service provider is hired, Bidology safely administers the consumer’s payment, and funds are released to the service provider once project is complete, or in milestone payments as mutually agreed upon. With Bidology, there is finally a platform for consumers to tackle their to-do list and stay within their budget.

True to Younger’s vision, Bidology does not charge membership fees or makes service providers apply credits toward a consumer request. Bidology only gets paid when the service provider gets paid, by deducting a small 2% fee from their payment.

“We could not be more pleased with the response since our July 1st Phoenix launch. The market is very hungry for a solution like this; a straightforward approach that empowers the consumer while providing the local business owner a platform to grow their business.” says Adam Younger, Founder and CEO of The Bidology Corporation. “Bidology’s mission is to build local communities by encouraging everyone to shop local. By not charging membership dues or requiring credits to apply toward requests, our service providers receive qualified leads at no charge; and we only get paid when they do! The concept is taking off like wildfire here in Phoenix, and we are truly blessed to be part of this movement.”

Since its July 1st launch, Bidology has enrolled more than 850 local providers awaiting service requests in the Phoenix market. Consumers simply submit their service request to start making connections at no charge. With its Phoenix market launch, Bidology is looking for user feedback so that they can continue to refine the offering in preparation of its national launch, beginning in October. Bidology is the new local service marketplace!

About Bidology:
Headquartered in Phoenix, AZ, Bidology offers an e-commerce solution that is revolutionizing the way consumers shop for professional services. Focused on growing communities by encouraging consumers to shop local, Bidology empower consumers to stay on their budget by placing a bid for any type of professional services. Service Providers utilizing Bidology receive qualified consumer requests at no charge. Bidology is completely free for the consumer, and only receives payment when the provider does, by deducting a small 2% service fee from their payment. Since its launch, Bidology has enrolled more than 850 local service providers in Phoenix, and plans to seek funding to scale nationally beginning in October. More information about Bidology’s offerings can be found at www.bidology.com.

Contact:
Scott Kelly
Black Dog Promotions
9920 S. Rural Rd., Ste 108
Tempe, AZ 85284
480-206-3435
http://www.blackdogpromotions.com

Nonprofit Fundraising Startup iPrytaneum to Join Constant Contact's InnoLoft Program

iPrytaneum announced today that they have been chosen to join the Constant Contact, Inc. Small Business Innovation Program, a residency program supporting entrepreneurs and startups.

Cambridge, MA, September 25, 2015 (Straight Line PR) -- iPrytaneum today announced that the company has been chosen by Constant Contact, Inc. (NASDAQ: CTCT) to join its Small Business Innovation Program, a four-month residency program designed to support entrepreneurs and startups as they solve problems for small businesses. iPrytaneum will join other startup class members in Constant Contact's Innovation Loft (InnoLoft), a 30,000 square foot office space at the company's Waltham, MA headquarters.

"iPrytaneum is announcing that we will be launching the first platform that will level the playing field and promote a nonprofit's voice by providing a space that brings together the public, brands and the nonprofits in a single space. This platform will empower them to launch, manage and measure viral campaigns and innovate as a group rather than individuals," said Joshua S. Raymond, Co-Founder & CEO. "Our organizations share an incredible passion for helping nonprofits succeed, so getting into the InnoLoft program is huge. Having the ability to work with some of the industry's best and brightest to help solve major problems that affect nonprofits in an environment that fosters innovation, creativity and amazing resources - absolute game changer."

The Small Business Innovation Program ( http://smbinnoloft.com/ ) is a first-of-its-kind accelerator program, entirely hosted and run by Constant Contact. It's designed to support entrepreneurs who are passionate about helping small businesses, by building new products, features and services. Twice a year, small classes of startups take up residence in the InnoLoft: 30,000 square feet of lab, test kitchen, play room, business school, safe space, and launch pad for startups to work, dream, test, disrupt, strategize and plan.

iPrytaneum uses an integrated, multi-faceted approach, combining mobile and web applications and digital marketing expertise to create much higher exposure for nonprofit organizations, while helping them run highly engaging challenges and customized fundraising campaigns.

A new YouTube/Google Hangout video about iPrytaneum has been created and can be viewed here: http://youtu.be/vmu5SAKCUYM

"iPrytaneum's participation in the Innovation Program will be a big win for everyone involved," said Andy Miller, Chief Innovation Architect for Constant Contact ( http://www.constantcontact.com/?cc=PR_genRwbst ). "iPrytaneum can leverage Constant Contact's resources and small business expertise; Constant Contact can continue to tap the startup ecosystem for inspiration; and, most importantly, nonprofits will have valuable solutions that provide a free, easy-to-use platform that fully facilitates the fundraising process to help them do more business."

iPrytaneum strives to create the platform that provides a rich multimedia experience. In addition to mobile apps, iPrytaneum will be launching a responsive web app that allows organizations as well as individuals to create challenges, upload and share videos and pictures, and participate in live events run by nonprofits.

More information about iPrytaneum can be found at the company's web site, http://www.iprytaneum.com

Members of the Innovation Program receive a number of benefits ( http://smbinnoloft.com/faq ), including residence in the InnoLoft, $10,000 to spend on marketing activities, access to Constant Contact's official small business focus group Test Drive, and mentorship from the angel and venture communities. Additionally, two startups that show exceptional growth and success during their tenure will be invited to remain at the InnoLoft for two extra months to take further advantage of Constant Contact's resources.

About iPrytaneum:
iPrytaneum is a startup company founded in 2014, and dedicated to providing nonprofits with a unique ability to create fun, easy and exciting opportunities for people to give back to good causes. The company takes the cause-driven social media marketing approach and solidifies it into a concrete, actionable viral marketing strategy that other nonprofit organizations can use to launch similar social initiatives that inspire action, increase supporter engagement and drive meaningful results for their organization.

About Constant Contact, Inc.
Constant Contact introduced the first email marketing tool for small businesses, nonprofits, and associations in 1998. Today, the company helps more than 600,000 customers worldwide find marketing success through the only all-in-one online marketing platform for small organizations. Anchored by a world-class email marketing tool, the Constant Contact Toolkit(tm) helps small businesses drive repeat business and find new customers. It features multi-channel marketing campaigns (newsletters/announcements, offers/promotions, online listings, events/registration, and feedback) combined with shared content, contacts, and reporting; free award-winning coaching and product support; and integrations with critical business tools - all from a single login. The company's extensive network of educators, consultants/resellers, technology providers, franchises, and national associations offer further support to help small organizations succeed and grow. Through its Innovation Loft, C onstant Contact is fueling the next generation of small business technology.

Constant Contact and the Constant Contact Logo are registered trademarks of Constant Contact, Inc. All Constant Contact product names and other brand names mentioned herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of Constant Contact, Inc. All other company and product names may be trademarks or service marks of their respective owners.

Contact:
Brendan Kincaid
iPrytaneum.com
Cambridge, MA
617-913-7002

http://www.iprytaneum.com

SAFE International™ Launches Ottawa Family Self Defense Courses – Ottawa, ON Self Defense

SAFE International™ is the leading provider of mobile self defense/personal protection training in Ottawa, Canada. SAFE International™ has taught more than 195,000 clients since 1994.

Ottawa, ON, September 24, 2015 (via Straight Line PR) — SAFE International™ is the leading provider of mobile self defense/personal protection training in Ottawa, Canada. SAFE International™ has taught more than 195,000 clients since 1994. SAFE International™ is expanding its seminar options to include family self defense courses in Ottawa, ON.

SAFE International™ has listened to their clients and their needs, and is pleased to announce the launch of their 4-hour Ottawa Family Self Defense course. One of the reasons that SAFE International™ enjoys teaching family self defense, is how receptive parents are to the skills that the SAFE International™ instructors provide, giving families Peace of Mind. SAFE International™ teaches much more than just the physical side of self defense, but also how to identify and avoid dangerous scenarios, how to verbally defuse an aggressor, and how to deal with the most common attacks.

SAFE International™ always covers Awareness and Avoidance strategies which are based on families’ daily routines. We examine what an attacker looks for, what an attacker wants and does not want, in confrontation. One of the biggest topics we explore is how most people are too polite, even when their intuition is telling them the complete opposite.We cover the most common distraction techniques an attacker will use to gain an advantage. We then move on to verbal strategies in the event that avoidance is no longer possible. Rather than just teaching to yell at a potential attacker, we cover a few verbal strategies based on the aggressor and the scenario. The next step in our Ottawa family self defense course addresses the physical aspects. We begin with the advantages of adopting a passive stance rather than an aggressive stance. We only teach gross motor strikes due to the adrenaline rush one gets when they are in a highly stressful state such as an attack/assault scenario. We teach a philosophy of “Attack the Attacker” which reverses one from being the Prey, to that of being the Predator.

Why is our Ottawa Family Self Defense course so popular? It is due to our unique method of teaching with humour and sharing of anecdotes. Get to experience this potentially life-saving course in the comfort of your own home with your loved ones. What better way to spend quality time with your family?

To inquire about booking, you can reach us toll free at 1-800-465-5972, or by email at chrisroberts@safeinternational.biz

Contact:
Chris Roberts
SAFE International™
Ottawa, ON
1-800-465-5972

http://www.safeinternational.biz

The Humble Grapes Gear up for the Release of their Next Single “Young and Alive” out September 18th

Duo’s Forthcoming EP Due Out January 2016

Los Angeles, CA, September 20, 2015 – The dynamic duo making waves in the NYC indie circuit are The Humble Grapes consisting of producer David Kaufman and vocalist Brie Capone. Set to release their brand new highly anticipated single “Young and Alive” September 18th, the talented musicians will also be prepping for the rollout of their forthcoming EP out January 2016.

“We wanted to create a fun and upbeat song. Nothing too heavy lyrically, but we love arranging rich and funky bass lines, drum parts and vocal lines. The lyrics speak to a youthful urge to just be, and have fun, something both Dave and I can relate to. The song is about wanting to get out and enjoy life while you can even if you’re young and broke as a window,” states lead vocalist Brie Capone.

“Young and Alive” is an honest depiction of the band’s unique style and music. The duo bring a fresh breath of modernity. Capone's incredibly rich, throaty voice that interplays over David Kaufman's brilliance on the piano into a rock infused, luscious romp through their many original compositions and songs are a joy to listen to and watch.

“Indie rock has melded a lot of genres and styles and Humble Grapes may not be the first to mash up cabaret music and rock but the band adds dashes or blues and classic soul and does it well.” –The Morning Call

The music video for “Young and Alive” will be on the band’s YouTube page September 15th and is directed by Mikhail Torich. Catch The Humble Grapes at The Bitter End in October and November. They will continue playing in the NYC area and have plans to expand touring throughout the tri-state area throughout 2016.

Watch The Humble Grapes “Young And Alive” on Youtube:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vbM0MY8hP0s

Upcoming Tour Dates:
Oct. 7 – The Bitter End – New York, NY
Nov. 14 – The Bitter End – New York, NY

For more information on The Humble Grapes:
http://www.thehumblegrapes.com/
https://www.facebook.com/thehumblegrapesmusic
https://twitter.com/thehumblegrapes
https://instagram.com/thehumblegrapes/
https://itunes.apple.com/us/artist/the-humble-grapes

For more information about The Humble Grapes or to set an interview, please contact Chip Schutzman at Miles High Productions: 323-806-0400 or chip@mileshighproductions.com

Contact:
Chip Schutzman
Miles High Productions
P.O. Box 93157
Hollywood, CA 90093
323-806-0400
http://www.mileshighproductions.com/

Ann Wilson New EP will be Released Digitally on September 18 and in Stores October 9 by Rounder

“The Ann Wilson Thing” Additional Tour Dates Announced

Los Angeles, CA, September 20, 2015 — Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee Ann Wilson is set to release her first solo EP, The Ann Wilson Thing, on Rounder Records. Featured tracks on the EP include “Fool No More,” which was written by Wilson and described by her as “a heavy blues song about bad love and the fleeting of time” and “For What It’s Worth,” described by Wilson as “a melding of some timeless lyrics with meat, hair and teeth.” The Ann Wilson Thing will be released digitally on September 18 and in stores October 9.

Wilson previously announced her first solo mini tour kicking off September 21 in Solana Beach, CA. Additional dates include The Katherine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center on October 6 and a second show at City Winery in New York on October 7. Alison Krauss and Emmylou Harris with be sitting in with Wilson at her Nashville City Winery date on October 15 and Jon Batiste, the band leader of the Colbert show, will join Ann for a song at the New York City Winery show.

In addition, Wilson’s Hartford, CT show at the Kate Hepburn Theater will be filmed by Connecticut PBS as part of their new “Kate Hepburn Series” and will air on PBS in February.

As a songwriter and lyricist, Ann Wilson has created a truly impressive body of work (“Crazy on You,” “Barracuda,” “Magic Man,” “Dog & Butterfly,” “Straight On”, “Even it Up,” “Mistral Wind,” and many, many more). However, her greatest gift, and first “calling” is singing and with this intimate tour, she prepares to blow away her fans with up, close and personal, raw performances of blues and rock songs. The Ann Wilson Thing won’t replace Heart but it will be a new experience for existing Heart fans, as well as for new fans who will love these songs.

The Ann Wilson Thing Tour Dates:

Sept 21 – Solana Beach, CA – Belly Up
Oct 6 – Hartford, CT – The Katherine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center
Oct 7 – New York, NY – City Winery (two shows)
Oct 9 – Annapolis, MD – Rams Head on Stage
Oct 10 – Annapolis, MD – Rams Head on Stage
Oct 12 – Vienna, VA – The Barns at Wolf Trap
Oct 13 – Vienna, VA – The Barns at Wolf Trap
Oct 15 – Nashville, TN – City Winery
Nov 23 – Oakland, CA – Yoshi’s
Nov 24 – Oakland, CA – Yoshi’s (two shows)

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Click here to preview “Fool No More” written by Ann Wilson.

Contact:
Chip Schutzman
Miles High Productions
P.O. Box 93157
Hollywood, CA 90093
323-806-0400
http://www.mileshighproductions.com/