Lollipop Theater Network Partners with KIDS FIRST! to Bring Films to Hospitals Nationwide
Washington, DC (ContentDesk) March 24, 2006 -- Lollipop Theater Network (LOLLIPOP), the charity dedicated to bringing the magic of movies to children confined to hospitals due to chronic or life-threatening illnesses, is proud to partner with KIDS FIRST! to bring a continuous stream of quality childrens media to pediatric patients nationwide.
The collaboration will debut on March 25th with a screening of Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainments Little Manhattan at the Avalon Theatre in Washington, DC. Outpatients and their families from Childrens National Medical Center and additional DC area hospitals will be treated to the special 10:00 a.m. screening. Additional group and isolation screenings of the film will be offered at all hospitals through April 7th.Little Manhattan is a romantic comedy about life, the Big Apple - and that mysterious, maddening, and phenomenal thing known as "first love." The film takes place in New York City, a city known for excitement, where two young friends are about to embark on the greatest adventure of all.
Gabe (Josh Hutcherson) and Rosemary (newcomer Charlie Ray) have known each other nearly all of their lives, but when they come face-to-face in a karate class, they see each other in a whole new light.
Filled with all the marvelous (and sometimes maddening) moments of first love, this charming film is fun for the whole family.Lollipop Theater NetworkFounded in 2001, Lollipop Theater Networks (LOLLIPOP) mission is to bring the magic of movies to pediatric patients suffering from chronic or life-threatening illnesses confined to hospitals nationwide. By working in collaboration with leading Motion Picture Studios, LOLLIPOP conducts private screenings of current G, PG and PG-13 film releases for these deserving children.
The organization has screened nearly 100 films since its inception and offers its program to hospitals across the nation. For more information, please visit: www.lollipoptheater.orgKIDS FIRST!KIDS FIRST! is an initiative of the 15 year old non-profit Coalition for Quality Childrens Media that evaluates, rates, and endorses children's feature films, DVDs, videos, audio recordings and television.
The Coalitions goal is to empower children to make wise media choices and to promote quality media products that enrich their lives. The KIDS FIRST! stamp of approval means no gratuitous violence, no inappropriate sexual behavior, and no bias in terms of race, gender, culture or religion. For more information, please visit: www.kidsfirst.orgAvalon TheatreThe Avalon is the Districts only non-profit, independent theater committed to offering quality first run films and unique family programming to the Greater Washington D.C. community. Every Saturday morning, Avalon presents a family-friendly program as part of their Weekend Family Matinee series.
For additional information, contact 202-966-6000 or visit www.theavalon.orgChildrens National Medical CenterChildrens National Medical Center (CNMC) is the only exclusive provider of pediatric care in the Washington Metropolitan area, and is the only freestanding childrens hospital between Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Norfolk and Atlanta. The components of the Medical Center include: Childrens Hospital, with 279 beds, 40 of which are level IV NICU bassinets, a Level I pediatric trauma center, serving three states, and a critical care transfer program via ambulance, helicopter and fixed-wing airplane; seven Regional Outpatient specialty Centers; a primary care program that includes owned practices throughout the metropolitan area, as well as the Childrens National Health Network, with 400 affiliated pediatricians. CNMC also provides pediatric hospitalists to three hospitals. Childrens is proudly ranked among the top 10 top childrens hospitals in the country.
For more information, please visit www.cnmc.org.
Shop for Bed Sheets with Confidence
Shopping for bed sheets has become a difficult prospect for many of us.
There are just so many choices to make regarding materials, thread counts, and more.
Not long ago, I was having tea with a friend and we were discussing this shopping dilemma.
She shared a number of tips and ideas with me, and I am now going to share them with you.
Listen up!
The first thing you must know is what size of sheet you are shopping for.
This may sound silly, but I have had to return my new sheets to the store on a few different occasions.
If only I had thought to double-check the size of each bed before I went shopping!
Experts recommend that you measure the length, width, and height of your mattress before you shop.
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Dog Beds: Now That You Have Your New Pooch, Where's He Going to Sleep?
Copyright 2006 Allen Shaw
Take my word for it, no matter how much you want your new puppy to sleep with you, this is not the best option. Especially when you're dealing with a 75-pound behemoth that's scared of a little thunder. Your king-sized bed suddenly becomes half a twin-size bed. So next to food and a trip to the vet, a good dog bed should be one of your first major purchases. But what kind of dog bed should you get? There are literally hundreds of choices.
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Beds
The bed is the centerpiece of any bedroom. Beds range from straw-filled to extravagant and rich. The early civilizations had beds that were beautifully decorated. Egyptians slept on couches that had legs shaped in the form of animals. These couches were covered with ivory, gold or paint.
Since the Greeks used couches for both dining and sleeping, they were made to accommodate both. As time passed the beds became larger and ornamental. The nobility and the wealthy had elaborately decorated beds referred to as state beds. These beds were hung with silk, velvet or other fabrics.
Beds often served as symbols of social rank and wealth.
Today, a simple frame that can support a mattress is preferred by most.
A wide variety of beds are available to suit varied styles and different budgets. To decide what kind of bed fits your bedroom and budget, determine the style, design and size of the bed that you are looking for. The size of the bed should be in proportion...
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Manny Machado Designs Explodes Upon the Scene With Exclusive Canadian Distribution of CLEI Wallbeds
Toronto, ON (ContentDesk) July 24, 2006 -- Manny Machado Designs brings exclusive Canadian distribution of Italian based CLEI furniture, an award winning company renowned for its collection of smart furniture solutions capable of multiplying the value of your space, offering a full selection of convertible wallbeds, sofabeds and Murphy beds ideal for maximizing condo living. As the Toronto housing market continues to soar MMD bursts upon the scene in time to help you transform your new investment into a chic and stylish abode. By gaining an intimate understanding of your personal needs within the boundaries of your unique home, MMD takes pride in offering flexible design alternatives because maximizing your space maximizes your life. View the full line of wall beds at http://www.mannymachadodesigns.comcondo furniture done right. A student of George Browns School of Interior Decorating, Manny Machado believes that...
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Platform Beds
Platform beds, as the name suggests, are beds that are supported by a thin or narrow strip of wood or any other material. These beds have no head or footboard, which a traditional bed contains. Platform beds are preferred by people for their firm sleeping surfaces. They are positioned lower to the ground and serve as a storage space for small houses. Usually platform beds rest on a rectangular surface, but they sometimes have small legs at the four corners.
Unlike a traditional bed that has a spring mattress, a platform bed's thin surface holds a thin mattress and sits low to the ground. The cost of a thin mattress is much less than that of a spring mattress, and bedding is minimal saving the buyer even more money. They are usually made of hard and durable wood and appeal to those who want to give their bedroom a minimalist look. The beds have a sleek look and are a self-contained unit. One can build a wide plank around the bed to use as a bench or a stand.
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The Palms Tanning Resort Continues Winning National Accolades
Written by Jan Dowker from Simply Organic, The Palms Tanning Resort's Public Relations company.Greenwood Village, CO (ContentDesk) OCTOBER 24 2003--Surrounded by the soothing sounds of ocean waves, a 9-foot waterfall and incredibly appointed individual tanning rooms, The Palms Tanning Resort continues to raise the bar in the tanning salon industry for its upscale salon design, attention to customer service, use of sunless tanning technology and revolutionary tanning beds.Although still in its infancy, Keith and Holly Rodenberger, owners of The Palms Tanning Resort, have invested both time and energy to create a flourishing business.
Their efforts are gaining them national recognition throughout the tanning industry."We've taken the industry by storm because we believe that tanning is more than a necessity, it's a luxury.
Everyone that goes to a tanning salon should escape the ordinary.
Our salon provides our clients with just that experience," says Keith Rodenberger.Recognition...
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Travertine Information and Formation
TravertineTravertine is one of the most beautiful, versatile, and historically important stones. Its durability makes it highly useful in building applications, and it has been used in this manner since the Roman Empire. FormationTravertine is a form of limestone that is heavily compacted. Generally it is formed when minerals in streams or hot spring water become deposited on river beds and dry out. If the chemical composition has enough of the mineral calcium carbonate in it, then the result is considered to be travertine.
ColorationIn its purest form travertine is a very pale color, however imperfections in its structural make up, such as the presence of iron, can cause beautifully colorful banding to occur across its face. Different colors are caused by different minerals, and different shapes are formed in the stone dependant on how the impurity combines with its structure. Since the imperfections show up semi-randomly, no two pieces ever look exactly alike. It is however...
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Refinance After Bankruptcy
Refinancing your mortgage after bankruptcy is actually the same as replacing it with an entirely new mortgage. The most common reason for refinancing your mortgage after bankruptcy is to get a lower interest rate and save money over the length of your mortgage. It is possible for you to lower your payments and save money each month and there has never been a better time to refinance. Mortgage lenders will consider refinancing your mortgage after bankruptcy because the risks involved in refinancing...
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Formaldehyde In Your Home
Formaldehyde is a colorless gas compound (HCHO) that is known as a carcinogen, meaning that it causes cancer. It is an allergen that can also irritate your eyes, mucous membranes (eyes, nose and throat) and the upper respiratory system. It can also cause headaches, rashes, hives (blistery, white, and itchy), dizziness, nausea, and chronic fatigue. Some other symptoms include: heart palpitations, ear infections, trouble sleeping, memory loss, trouble focusing, depression, weakness, migraines, abdominal...
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Furniture Media.com launches
(ContentDesk) May 31, 2004--FurnitureMedia.com has launched its new website that features news for the furniture, textile and retail markets. FurnitureMedia.com offers news from some of the largest public furniture companies including Falcon and Furniture Brands International. It is the goal of the team at FurnitureMedia.com to provide the furniture industry and its customers the latest information and a place to voice their opinions. One feature that FurnitureMedia.com will showcase is it...
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Verlo Mattress Factory Stores' Business Model Offers Unique Franchise Opportunity
With over 2,000 franchise opportunities available in more than 75 industries, deciding which opportunity is right for you can be a daunting task. Verlo Mattress Factory Stores offers the only franchise opportunity in the $7.7 billion-a-year sleep specialty industry. With its low entry cost and small labor requirements, Verlo provides a unique niche in the franchise marketplace. Recently, Furniture/Today noted that smaller manufacturers and retailers demonstrated a higher percentage of sales in...
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Benchmark Survey Reveals Vast Differences in 360-Degree Feedback Program Implementation -- 3D Group Releases ?Current Trends in 360-Degree Feedback? Covering Eighteen Industries
BERKELEY, CA (ContentDesk) May 20, 2004 ?- Organizations are seeking to provide more information to their management teams about their overall effectiveness, and are using various measurement tools, including multi-rater or 360-degree feedback surveys. A new study of nearly 100 North American companies that use 360-degree feedback, has found these programs vary widely in how they are designed ? including survey content, selection of raters, use of feedback and the decision-making process ? and...
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