Hike Wantrup Pond in beautiful Napa Valley,as part of the Greater Outdoors package at Harvest Inn.

St. Helena, CA (PRWEB) May 15, 2012

Harvest Inn’s new ‘Greater Outdoors’ Package celebrates summer in Napa Valley and offers outdoor enthusiasts an exceptional pairing of wine and wilderness with luxury accommodations and access to the best hiking in Napa Valley through a one-year membership to Land Trust of Napa County. With the Valley’s varied terrain and spectacular mountain top views, guests experience a region ripe with natural beauty while enjoying a peaceful, pampering retreat.

From trailhead to turndown, ‘The Greater Outdoors’ Package promises an unforgettable visit that combines invigorating day hikes with extraordinary accommodations and amenities. Enjoy the Inn’s most luxurious, newly renovated King guestroom with wood-burning fireplace and private patio with hot tub that are steps away from Whitehall Lane Vineyards and a spectacular view of the Mayacamas Mountains.

This quiet retreat that is naturally peaceful and relaxing includes two one-hour spa treatments in the Inn’s Outdoor Cabana, a complimentary bottle of Schramsberg sparkling wine and locally handmade Woodhouse Chocolates. Uncork, sip and unwind with a stroll in the vineyards at sunset followed by a soak and stargazing in your private, outdoor spa hot tub.

Included in the package is a one-year membership to Land Trust of Napa County offering access to nine unique, permanent land preserves and its Field Trip Programs. Explore the beauty of Land Trust’s permanently protected lands or join in an educational, guided hike that delves deeper into the preservation of the Valley’s wildlife, farmland, waterways and vistas. Membership privileges include special field trip invitations, bi-annual Land Trust newsletter and Insider E-Newsletter, a monthly communication with local conservation updates and field trip calendar.

The ‘Greater Outdoors’ Package begins at $ 625 per night, including room tax, with a minimum two-night stay, mid-week only. The package also includes:

    Wine Country breakfast in the Wine Country Kitchen
    Personal concierge assistance in planning activities
    Access to the Fitness Room and two heated swimming pools
    Complimentary bottle of sparkling wine, bottled water, nightly turndown, morning newspapers
    On-site parking
    Internet access
Reservations: toll-free at 1-800-950-8466 or at http://www.harvestinn.com.

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The 3,678-square-foot SpaTerre consists of three massage rooms, a couples massage room, a wet room with Vichy shower, a facial room, a manicure/pedicure room and a clear-light infrared sauna.

Newport, RI (PRWEB) May 09, 2012

Readers of Newport Life cast their votes in the annual Readers Poll and Hotel Viking was awarded “Best of” for accommodations and SpaTerre was awarded “Best of” for spa. The results of the annual poll will be in the May/June 2012 issue of by Newport Life magazine. Annually, more than 12,000 readers vote on their favorite places, restaurants, businesses and products in Newport, Rhode Island. To celebrate the special recognition, SpaTerre is offering a 20% thank you discount on any 50-minute service from massages to facials, available only Monday through Thursday now through May 24, 2012. To book the special savings to celebrate SpaTerre’s recognition in Newport Life as the areas Best Spa, call SpaTerre at 401-848-4848.

“Readers of Newport Life magazine are active and engaged in the community so it really is significant when they cast their vote for this annual Best Of issue if the magazine,” says Marlen Scalzi. “We are thrilled with the recognition and honored that the readers voted for SpaTerre and for Hotel Viking.”

In celebration of the “best of” recognition, SpaTerre is offering 20% off any 50-minute service. From the Ocean Breeze to the Mother-to-Be, SpaTerre offers eight different massage therapies in 50-minute sessions. Pore cleansing facials including the Crystal-Clear Complexion treatment and skin rejuvenating services like the Oatmeal Milk and Honey Body Wrap and the Bamboo Gingsen Scrub, are also offered in 50-minute sessions. Prices start at $ 120 and do not include gratuity. The special 20% discount is available on 50-minute services at SpaTerre, Monday through Thursday now through May 24, 2012.

SpaTerre features signature treatments from hot stone and table Thai massages to body wraps, facials and nail care. The 3,678-square-foot spa consists of three massage rooms, a couples massage room, a wet room with Vichy shower, a facial room, a manicure/pedicure room and a clear-light infrared sauna. Men’s and women’s locker rooms, showers and steam rooms are also available for spa guests. Hotel Viking offers a fitness center which includes a 2,291-square-foot indoor pool, whirlpool and state-of-the-art cardio-vascular equipment. SpaTerre is open form 8am until 8pm daily.

Hotel Viking features 209 rooms; the luxurious SpaTerre; fine dining at One Bellevue; over 14,000 square feet of meeting and special occasion space; an historic chapel on property; a 24-hour business center; an indoor pool/whirlpool; and fitness center. For more information and reservations, please call Hotel Viking at 800-556-7126 or visit http://www.hotelviking.com.

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Bob Kurilko

Gardena, CA (PRWEB) May 08, 2012

Phototron Holdings, Inc. (OTCBB: PHOT) (OTCQB: PHOT), a leading technology supplier to the hydroponic growing industry, today announced that Bob Kurilko, a seasoned executive with over 25 years of experience in myriad industries, has agreed to join its Board of Directors. In this role, Kurilko will aid in advancing Phototron Holdings’ business development goals and assist in guiding its corporate branding and online marketing strategies.

Mr. Kurilko has held senior and chief executive roles across the automotive, biotech, healthcare and technology industries, working with such notable companies as Nissan Motor Company Ltd., Edmunds.com, HealthBanks Biotech, Aspen Marketing Services and PriceDoc.com. Over his 15-year career at Nissan in both the United States and Japan, Mr. Kurilko worked in numerous divisions, including the Infiniti brand, and completed assignments with distributors in 9 countries. Specializing in reorienting businesses, Mr. Kurilko has a track record of branding expertise and clearing paths to profitable, sustainable growth.

“With his proven track record of success, Bob will be an incredible addition to our team,” said Sterling Scott, CEO of Phototron Holdings. “Bob’s experience in business development and corporate positioning is unparalleled, and we are lucky to have him join our Board of Directors, especially as we implement our extensive roll-up strategy.”

Mr. Kurilko will play a key role in Phototron’s acquisition planning, which is designed to rapidly build shareholder value by acquiring and integrating high-quality brands into Phototron Holdings. By acquiring profitable and growing players in the grow technology and lifestyle space, Phototron Holdings aims to boost its top and bottom line results over the coming quarters and years.

An active public speaker who has addressed major industry conferences in the United States and Europe, Mr. Kurilko has shared his insights on events relating to his industries and a variety of leadership topics during interviews by television, radio, and print media personalities. Mr. Kurilko earned his BSME degree from the University of Pittsburgh in Mechanical Engineering, Cum Laude, and his MBA with Distinction from Edinburgh Business School, which is located in the United Kingdom.

The appointment of Mr. Kurilko to Phototron Holdings’ Board of Directors will be subject to applicable regulatory requirements, including the preparation, filing and distribution to Phototron Holdings’ stockholders of a Schedule 14(f)-1 information statement and the completion of the requisite waiting period following such filing and distribution.

About Phototron Holdings, Inc.

Phototron Holdings, Inc. (OTCBB: PHOT.OB – News) (OTCQB: PHOT.OB – News) is a progressive company with core holdings in innovative technology-based products and services for home gardening specialty markets including Stealth Grow LED brand LED grow lights and the Phototron single plant systems and accessories. For more information, go to stealthgrow.com and phototron.com.

Phototron hydroponic growing systems are designed to grow vegetables, herbs, flowers and fruits in any environment. With its ECO-Brain and Phototron Plant Nutrition line of all natural hydroponic nutrients, Phototron makes indoor gardening easy, and produces extraordinary results.

For more information about Phototron products, please call (800) 651-2837. For comprehensive investor relations material, please follow the appropriate link:

    Investor Presentation (trilogy-capital.com/content/phot/phot_deck.pdf)
    Investor Portal (trilogy-capital.com/autoir/phot_autoir.html)
    Investor Fact Sheet (trilogy-capital.com/content/phot/phot_ifs.pdf)

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Recharge Mower Ultralite

Carson, CA (PRWEB) May 01, 2012

The New Recharge Mower ULTRALITE Lithium Powered Cordless Mower from Driven by Solar means no more gas. The ULTRALITE weighs only 35 lbs. and is powered by a Lithium battery. This battery offers over 900 charge cycles, weighs under 4 lbs. and can be charged both in or out of the mower for more convenience.

“Mowing your lawn should be easy and quick”, says company President Allan Hechtman. “The Lithium Powered Recharge Mower ULTRALITE cordless lawnmower gets the job done with No Emissions and No Gas.”

The ULTRALITE Lithium Powered Recharge Mower has a fully moulded body that will not rust or dent and provides a 15” cutting path. The cutting height is easily adjusted to 6 increments using only 1 handle. The ULTRALITE design, allows this lawnmower to be easily moved even into tight spaces. Since the Lithium Powered Recharge Mower is battery operated, there is NO gas, NO oil and NO fumes. Simply plug the battery pack into the Energy Star rated Smart Charger and in only a few hours you’re ready to go again.

The mower includes both a rear position grass catcher and a mulching insert for perfect manicured results. The ULTRALITE sets up in under a minute with No Tools Required. The ULTRALITE can easily be transported or folded down for compact storage without worrying about fumes or spilling nasty fuel.

More details and videos of the Recharge Mower ULTRALITE Lithium Powered Cordless Mower are available by visiting the company website at http://www.RechargeMower.com. The ULTRALITE can also be found through a host of leading online retailers.

Driven By Solar Inc., the company behind the Recharge Mower and Recharge Tools brands and registered trademarks, was established in early 2008. The company is focused on developing, producing and marketing a growing selection of environmentally friendly lawn and garden tools. The company can be reached at Info@rechargemower.com or by calling 905-997-9300. The company credo… “A greener lawn. A greener planet.” remains well entrenched.

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DIY Framing FunDaMentals

Maumee, OH (PRWEB) April 23, 2012

With a light-hearted approach to picture framing, American Frame’s new book, DIY Framing FunDaMentals, is not your everyday ho-hum DIY manual.    Packed with information every picture framer needs to know, the FunDaMentals is visually exciting with a touch of unexpected humor meant to inspire creative people who love and make art. This enjoyable guide to designing and custom framing art and photography is on sale now at AmericanFrame.com for $ 9.99.

In full-color with seventy pages of illustrations, step-by-step instructions and tips, DIY Framing Fundamentals covers every aspect of custom framing, from choosing a frame style to sizing a mat, measuring artwork, assembling the frame and using framing tools.

“This book is truly like no other” says Laura Jajko, VP of Sales and Marketing at American Frame. “It’s graphically rich, easy to understand, and just plain entertaining. Our customers are creative and generally time crunched, so this reference was written to respect both qualities”.

Jajko maintains that learning to custom frame is an essential skill and is committed to teaching how to frame correctly. “We all have art we need to frame and very few of us draw, paint or photograph in standard sizes. Framing is simple and so satisfying with significant cost benefits (around 75% over retail chains). Armed with the knowledge in DIY Framing FunDaMentals, one can choose to design and frame their own work, retaining 100% control over the project or collaborate with a professional framer as an educated consumer.”

DIY Framing FunDaMentals illustrates how people cannot only frame art, they can influence it. “Custom framing isn’t just about the right size frame,” Jajko says. “It’s also about interacting with the image. Cropping the image with the use of a mat, or influencing the viewer’s impression by choosing bold or neutral framing treatments are just two of the opportunities of custom framing.”    Everything is up for grabs, and for art lovers who thrive on individuality, that’s definitely good news.

About American Frame

American Frame provides high quality DIY custom picture framing supplies and materials, tools, and fine art printing services at wholesale prices via its website throughout the USA. It features an easy web interface where visitors can design a custom frame treatment for assembly in the comfort of their home. One can also upload a digital image, request it printed on canvas or fine art paper, choose framing materials and receive their custom art ready to hang. All orders are handcrafted in its Maumee OH facility and shipped within 2 business days. Family owned and operated since 1973. Love your art. Frame it right.

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Jeff Swanson with the Plan Bible over 20 years in developement

Tulsa, OK (PRWEB) April 27, 2012

The Plan Bible (TM), the organization founded by Jeff Swanson, has developed the perfect marriage between science and faith, fusing the high tech, modern world with the timeless Word of God, organizing the complete NIV Bible into chronological order that takes advantage of the eBook format to help readers trace the prophecies and navigate through the Bible in an entirely groundbreaking manner.

Students of biblical genealogies, biblical prophecy, and Christians of all levels of study will doubtless discover a new dimension of understanding when they purchase The Plan http://www.PlanBible.com.

In addition to enhancing our current knowledge of the Bible, Swanson has added a new layer to our understanding of the Bible by using a computer program to place exact dates on the story of creation and other biblical accounts, giving readers greater historical context and a concrete way to place the events, thus bringing the Bible to life.

Tim LaHaye has been a long-time scholar of biblical prophecy and has published many titles, including co-authoring the left behind series, making his remarks on The Plan for eBook truly extraordinary, finding what Swanson has done as truly remarkable; presenting God’s Word is in a manner that was never before possible.

Press release submission by M3 New Media Author Marketing Tulsa, OK.

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CHELSEA, MA (PRWEB) March 08, 2012

Kettle Cuisine is making the trip to Natural Foods Expo West to show off what’s been cooking back at its headquarters in Boston. Gluten-free soups, chilis and chowders will be available for sampling at the Kettle Cuisine booth (#2376) throughout the weekend trade show at the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, California.

Expo West is open to the public from Friday, March 9 to Sunday, March 11 and representatives from Kettle Cuisine will be on hand to dish out samples, insight into gluten-free living, and information on the many benefits of freezing soups rather than canning.

“Freezing our soups locks in the exceptional taste, texture and nutritional value that come from small batch cooking,” says Levon Kurkjian, Vice President of Marketing at Kettle Cuisine. “Our chefs have developed a delicious line of soups that taste great and are great for you. We’re excited to share them with attendees at Expo West, which is always a great event.”

Kettle Cuisine’s soups are available in frozen single-serving portions at grocers across the country in BPA-free bowls. In addition to being free of contaminants, Kettle Cuisine’s packaging allows for fast and flexible preparation at work, school or home, making their soups a smart choice whether you’re gluten-free or not.

Kettle Cuisine’s diverse lineup of soups runs the gamut from vegan Roasted Vegetable Soup to Angus Beef Steak Chili with Beans – a carnivore’s dream.

Some of Kettle Cuisine’s gluten-free offerings being highlighted at this year’s Natural Foods Expo West include:

    New England Clam Chowder
    Thai Curry Chicken Soup
    Angus Beef Steak Chili with Beans
    Tomato Soup with Garden Vegetables
    Roasted Vegetable Soup
    Chicken Chili with White Beans
    Southwestern Chicken and Corn Chowder
    Three Bean Chili

To find out more about Kettle Cuisine, visit http://www.kettlecuisine.com.

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Kettle Cuisine was born in 1986 after founder Jerry Shafir identified an issue restaurateurs were facing. Though they lacked the time necessary to prepare soup from scratch, many were still reluctant to buy canned soups that frequently offered sub-standard quality. Kettle Cuisine offered a fresh, all-natural solution to that problem and twenty-five years later the company continues to grow. In addition to offering soups, chilis and chowders to restaurants in the greater Boston area, Kettle Cuisine now sells a line of 10 gluten-free soups sold in individual frozen containers in supermarkets nationwide.

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Fairfax, Va. (PRWEB) April 21, 2012

Lion Council Chair Dennis Brining of the Fairfax Host Lions Club and Lion Marcia Selva, President of Global Community Service Foundation just finished a week long health assessment in Burma.

Taking advantage of Burma becoming more open to the outside world, the two visited several of the country’s organizations that assist the visually impaired.

During the assessment, the team first visited the Myanmar Christian Fellowship of the Blind (MCFB) in Yangon. MCFB is one of eight schools that service approximately 1,000 blind children a year. Sadly, the blind population of Burma is approximately 8-10% of the country’s 60 million people and the schools cannot support additional students.

The Lions team with help from the Lions Clubs International Foundation (LCIF) hopes to work closely with MCFB to establish an advanced computer learning center with text to speech translation in Burmese to help better prepare the students for the future and set the stage for the other schools to follow to increase student enrollment.

The second visit was with Dr. Khin Nyein Lin, Deputy Director/Project Manager, Trachoma Control & Prevention of Blindness Program, Ministry of Health, Yangon. The focus of this meeting was to discuss the long term needs of the country and review the Ministry’s Strategic Plan to see where LCIF and the Lions could be of assistance in helping the country achieve its prevention of blindness goals nationwide.    

The third visit was to Sitagu “Metta” Arogyandan Hospital Southern Shan State, Inle Lake. GCSF provided the original financial support to the development and operation of the hospital. Currently the hospital has a 40 bed capacity and is set up to do major cataract operations.

The goal is to make this hospital the central operating location for a future Lions Clubs International Foundation (LCIF) Mission. This comprehensive effort would focus on eye screenings, eye glass distribution, cataract operations, diabetes education and outreach, and health related workshops for the community.

Lastly the Lions team met with the Sitagu International Missionary Association (SIMA), in Yangon. The Association manages 18 hospitals, 15 of which focus on vision and blindness prevention. The Association has a team of eye surgeons that travel the country doing operations where needed.

The assessment team’s goal is to grow the relationship with SIMA and look for ways that LCIF and GCSF can work together to the benefit of the community and the nation in the future.

“The assessment in Burma and the recent trip to Vietnam has shown how open the world is becoming. Lions have long been recognized for their work with the visually impaired and blind here in the US. What many people do not know is that we have a network of clubs worldwide ready to assist in natural disasters, establish schools and hospitals for the blind, and even distribute vaccinations to prevent and eradicate diseases like river blindness and measles,” commented Brining.

To learn more about the LCI mission and how to find a local club visit http://www.lionsclubs.org.

Lions Clubs International is the world’s largest service club organization with more than 1.3 million members in approximately 45,000 clubs in more than 200 countries and geographical areas around the world. Since 1917, Lions clubs have aided the blind and visually impaired and made a strong commitment to community service and serving youth throughout the world.

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San Jose, California (PRWEB) April 13, 2012

Follow us on LinkedIn – Modern automobiles are more than just mechanical machines, they currently bristle with electronics ranging from on-board electronic devices that control, monitor and trouble shoot the car’s mechanical systems to electronic chipsets that provide on-demand infotainment to drivers like music, traffic reports, satellite navigation, route-mapping and connectivity to emergency services, to “back-seat” pure play entertainment to passengers, such as, digital movies and online interactive games. In an era where the modern automobile industry is being driven almost exclusively by innovations in electronic gadgetry, software is currently at the core of most functions, and systems in an average vehicle. The importance of software in the auto industry can be thrown into sharp relief by the fact that in the future consumer purchasing decisions will likely be influenced solely by the ability of cars to support mobile applications and address consumer demands for the latest mobile apps. Software will continue to gain in popularity as the auto industry advances to the next level of connectivity between the vehicle and mobile devices and finally to the all pervasive clouds. As automakers continue to focus on creating convenient connectivity user experiences for drivers, its opportunities galore for automotive software.

Currently available premium-class automobile typically contains over 100 million lines of software codes all designed and executed by 70 to 100 microprocessor-based electronic control units (ECUs). The increase in software content per car can also be thrown into sharp relief by the fact that cost of electronics as a % of vehicle costs has risen from a low of 9% during the 1970s to over 30% in 2011. Over the next decade, the same is forecast to rise to over 60% in a standard car and to over 85% in hybrid vehicles. The numbers lay bare the potential in store for automotive software.

Software is rapidly changing the engineering dynamics in powertrain. Auto manufacturers are closely working with electronic/software developers to improve the performance of powertrain (engine and gearbox combination). The growing consumer emphasis on fuel efficiency, compounded by government push towards reducing vehicular emissions throws the spotlight on intelligent software modules that can aid in controlling fuel flow (rate of fuel injection), valve timing, ignition timing, and thereby consumption. An electronic control Unit (ECUs) in this regard helps increase the vehicle’s torque and power. Environmental regulations have and will continue to drive the use of software algorithms in engine control. The need to optimize powertrain performance to increase fuel efficiency and reduce emissions will continue to drive demand for intelligent engine management software. Electronic components are additionally easier to install and are lighter than hydraulic, and mechanical systems and therefore aid in reducing fuel consumption making automobiles fuel-efficient.

In addition, shift from passive safety technologies to active safety technologies is expected to create demand for automotive software designed to support these technologies. Automobile manufacturers, insurance companies, legislators, and the customer are all poised to take safety to a higher ground and with it automotive software. The future will very likely witness demand for intelligent software capable of operating safety enhancing systems, such as, navigational aids, radar and satellite-guided electronic instrumentation. Opportunities for automotive software is also largely dictated by the market adoption of intelligent active safety technologies, such as, driver assistance systems (DAS) comprising of collision warning system, lane departure warning system, night vision system, blind spot detection, tire pressure monitoring systems (TPMS) and adaptive cruise control, among others. Initiatives being taken by various governments across the globe to address road terrors are propelling sales of DAS systems, which in turn is helping the automotive software market to expand.

The development of electric cars and hybrid cars bodes well for the growth of the market in the longer-term as these vehicles promise higher volumes of software deployments. On an average, software content in hybrid cars are higher than in conventional diesel, and gasoline powered cars. The volume of software needed for engine control alone is typically twice higher than a standard car. This is primarily because hybrid cars require high-level supervisory control software, and are characterized by complex electrical and mechanical systems. Technologies in alternate drive trains, such as those used in hybrid cars are complex, and this is especially so for plug-in hybrid vehicles. Hybrid cars often use software algorithms to govern use of stored battery power to reduce battery wear and tear without compromising on fuel efficiency. Sales of eco-friendly automobiles, which qualify as next-generation alternative-energy powered vehicles critical to meet carbon reduction goals, will remain important for the automotive industry’s long term growth. Flex-fuel and hybrid vehicles especially represent a bridge that connects to the lower carbon future envisaged by most governments worldwide. The strong growth potential of hybrid cars therefore augurs well for automotive software in this space.

While the automotive industry the world over is recovering from the 2007-2009 recession, the industry in Europe is running into fresh set of challenges. The industry in the region currently continues to vacillate between optimism and fear, marring sentiments in an otherwise recovering market. Nervous over the play out of the sovereign debt crisis drama, the domestic industry is facing immediate hurdles, such as, credit restriction, consumer indecisiveness, fears of slowing vehicle sales, high labor costs, and possible collapse of consumer confidence in the event of escalation in the severity of the debt crisis. Currently however, despite all the economic risks carried by the debt crisis and the numerous potential outcomes of the crisis, immediate term outlook remains positive, mirroring the guarded optimism prevailing over the financial bailout strategies designed to restore market confidence. Against this backdrop, consumer spending which continues to remain a key pillar of growth in the automotive & automotive related industries, which although currently jittery and sensitive to vacillating market sentiments, is nevertheless expected to hold up in the year 2012. Immediate production cutbacks in the region are not seen as likely, given the yet patchy slowdown in auto sales.

As stated by the new market research report on Automotive Software, Europe represents the largest market worldwide. Asia-Pacific is forecast to grow the fastest trailing a projected CAGR of 9.5% over the analysis period 2009 through 2017.

Major players in the marketplace include Access Co. Ltd., Adobe Systems Incorporated, Airbiquity Inc., ALT Software Inc., Atego, Broadcom Corporation, DivX Inc., ETAS Group, Freescale Semiconductor Inc., Green Hills Software Inc., International Business Machines Corporation, Lectronix Inc, The MathWorks Inc., Mecel AB, Microsoft Corporation, NAVTEQ Corporation, Nuance Communications Inc., ProSyst Software GmbH, QNX Software Systems, Renesas Electronics Corporation Inc, Standard Microsystems Corporation, Texas Instruments Incorporated, Vector Informatik GmbH, Wind River Systems, Inc among others.

The research report titled “Automotive Software: A Global Strategic Business Report” announced by Global Industry Analysts, Inc., provides a comprehensive review of market trends, issues, drivers, company profiles, and key strategic industry activities. The report analyzes the global automotive software market in key application areas such as Safety & Security Systems, Body Electronics/Comfort Systems and Infotainment/Telematics among others. Market estimates and projections are presented for all major geographic markets including US, Canada, Japan, Europe (France, Germany, Italy, UK and Rest of Europe), Asia-Pacific and Rest of World. The US market is further analyzed by following product segments – Application Software, Middleware and Operating System.

For more details about this comprehensive market research report, please visit –

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Solihull, UK (PRWEB UK) 17 March 2012

Rhythm Time, the popular children’s music franchise group that provides baby music classes, toddler music classes and pre-school music classes, are proud to announce that they are through to the final voting stages of a national awards scheme that recognises the best activities for children.

Rhythm Time has been nominated for several categories within the prestigious What’s On 4 2012 Junior Awards including Best National Baby & Toddler Development Activity and Best National Pre-Schooler Development Activity. They have also received a number of local nominations for Most Outstanding Activity Leader for the Under 5s across the UK.

The awards, now in their 6th year, celebrate the best activities, classes and individuals throughout the UK as nominated by the experts – the parents themselves. A record 4,200 nominations have been received, 30% more than last year.

Rhythm Time was started in Solihull in 1995 by mum and music teacher, Kathy Doolan. The company then offered children’s music franchise opportunities in 2000 and they now have 36 franchises throughout the UK.

Kathy is delighted with the company’s nominations. “I’m thrilled and flattered that the parents and carers who come to our classes with their little ones have nominated Rhythm Time for these prestigious awards,” she says. “It’s wonderful to see how the babies and young children in our classes genuinely benefit from music, and how it can enhance their development. The fact that the parents really value what we do is so rewarding. It’s also down to the fabulous teaching staff at Rhythm Time who help to make our classes so enjoyable,” she adds.

Parents can log on to the Whats On 4 Little Ones website to vote for Rhythm Time, or their favourite Rhythm Time teacher if they have been nominated. Voting closes on 6th May and finalists will be invited to attend the awards presentation on the 15th June 2012 at the Hilton Avisford Park, Arundel.

For more information about Rhythm Time’s children’s music franchise opportunities as well as their music classes for babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers, or to book a free trial, call 0121 711 4224 or visit their website.

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Rhythm Time

76 Beechwood Park Road

Solihull

B91 1ES

Telephone 0121 711 4224

Rhythm Time was started in the Midlands in 1995 by Kathy Doolan who is a firm believer in the power and importance of music for babies, toddlers and pre-school children.

Kathy graduated from the Royal Scottish Academy of Music & Drama in Glasgow and was also Head of Music at a Scottish school. Kathy sold her first franchise in 2000 and now has 36 franchises across the UK. Country-wide, approximately 9500 children enjoy Rhythm Time’s music classes in over 300 venues.

Rhythm Time offers three age-appropriate classes for babies (birth to 15 months), toddlers (15 months to three years) and pre-schoolers (three to school age). Children enjoy an early introduction to music and all classes are in line with the Early Learning Goals and Key Stage 1.

These are the sixth National Annual Awards run by Whats On 4 Little Ones in association with Konfidence and they were created to reward and recognise those companies, organisations and individuals who provide the very best activities for children across the UK.

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