This project was possible with two metro districts, one designated recreation authority and a nonprofit to come together for the good of the community.

AURORA, Colo. (PRWEB)
November 25, 2019

On a chilly afternoon on an empty lot, Adolfson & Peterson Construction (AP) – along with YMCA of Metropolitan Denver, the Wheatlands Park and Rec Authority, Barker Rinker Seacat Architecture (BRS), donors and community members – broke ground on the new Aurora Family YMCA at Wheatlands.

This 40,000-sf facility, designed by BRS, will directly support individuals and families with new and expanded Y programs for healthy living, aquatics safety, childcare, education and teen leadership. It will feature a wellness studio, group x studios, cycling studio, party and community room, competition pool and teen area.

“This afternoon we break ground on the Aurora Family YMCA at Wheatlands and we celebrate the vision, advocacy and commitment of everyone here and behind the scenes,” said Kimberly Armitage, VP of Strategic Growth and Membership for YMCA Metropolitan Denver. “This project was possible with two metro districts, one designated recreation authority and a nonprofit to come together for the good of the community. And, it shows how this unique partnership – one that has never happened in the state of Colorado – can venture outside the box and deliver a resource that is both positive and transformative.”

The Y will be a resource for all surrounding residents and will seek to help low-income and minority families to bolster health outcomes, reduce drop-out rates, improve academic success, and promote child safety.

About AP

Adolfson & Peterson Construction (AP) is a family-owned company that is consistently ranked among the top construction managers and general contractors in the nation. Headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, the company delivers innovative and collaborative building solutions for clients across the country from its regional offices in Dallas, Denver, Minneapolis and Phoenix. Founded in 1946, AP serves clients in the Aquatics and Recreation, Healthcare, Higher Education, Hospitality, Industrial, K-12 Education, Multi-Family, Municipal, Office and Senior Living market sectors. For more information, visit http://www.a-p.com or follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram and Twitter.

About the YMCA of Metropolitan Denver

The YMCA of Metropolitan Denver is dedicated to the health and well-being of all. As a catalyst to transform lives and communities, our programs are embedded throughout metro Denver in wellness centers and through partnerships with other nonprofits and community-serving agencies. Each year, the Y brings together over 72,000 children, teens, members, and volunteers to develop a new generation of change makers, deliver lifestyle medicine and uplift communities. The Y is one of 2,700 YMCA organizations nationwide, collectively helping more than 21 million people learn, grow, and thrive. To join, donate, or get more information, visit http://www.denverymca.org.

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Diablo magazine Annual Food Issue

This issue may be one of our biggest ever, brimming with recommendations, in-depth profiles and thoughtful analyses.

WALNUT CREEK, Calif. (PRWEB)
November 24, 2019

Diablo magazine’s annual November Food Issue highlights the top 10 new San Francisco East Bay restaurants selected by Diablo food editors.

Diablo magazine’s food editors identified the 10 best new (launched within the last year) restaurants in the East Bay. Ordered here, from formal to casual: ALBATROSS (Danville) featuring chef Brian Bowen who hails from three-Michelin-star Restaurant at Meadowood; THE SLANTED DOOR (San Ramon) as the jewel of the chic City Center Bishop Ranch, serving the same stylish flair as the acclaimed San Francisco original; BOUNTY HUNTER (Walnut Creek) known for it’s barbecue and wine, this offshoot of the Napa original sells some bottles for as much as $1,000; VINEYARD TABLE AND TASTING LOUNGE (Livermore) now with a more casual dining experience and an emphasis on ingredients grown in the Wente garden; TOZAI IZAKAYA (Walnut Creek) patterned after a traditional Japanese community pub; FOB KITCHEN (Oakland) a Filipino-inspired pop-up turned neighborhood restaurant; SIDERACK BAR AND GRILL (Pleasanton) serving classic burgers and adventurous small plates; YIMM (Rockridge) an unfussy Thai addition to Rockridge’s restaurant row; 4505 BURGERS AND BBQ (Oakland) known for it’s “whole-hog” approach to preparing daily meats; TACOS OSCAR (Oakland) a pop-up turned permanent serving all kinds of tacos, but the veggie tacos are highly recommended.

Deborah Kirk, Editorial Director for Diablo Publications, says “In article after article, we examine what drives the talented chefs, creative food producers, and savvy restaurateurs who call our region home. This issue may be one of our biggest ever, brimming with recommendations, in-depth profiles and thoughtful analyses. Many people contributed to this magazine, but we would like to give a shout out to our dedicated ‘food team,’ who really made the pages come alive. Food Editor Ethan Fletcher deserves massive props for his efforts and keen insights, as do Senior Food Writer Nicholas Boer and Dish Columnist Clay Kallam.”

ABOUT DIABLO MAGAZINE

Celebrating 40 years, Diablo magazine covers topics ranging from travel, culture, and personalities to entertainment, recreation, and food. Diablo magazine is written specifically for the San Francisco East Bay market—from Central Contra Costa, into the Oakland and Berkeley hills, and throughout the Tri-Valley. With award-winning editorial content and beautiful photography, Diablo magazine is a unique celebration of the San Francisco East Bay. Published since 1979, Diablo magazine has been recognized for its editorial and design with numerous awards, including Maggie Awards for Best Overall Publication and Best Regional and State Magazine in the consumer category.

ABOUT DIABLO PUBLICATIONS

Diablo Publications, an employee-owned company, has been creating award-winning publications, including Diablo magazine, Napa Sonoma magazine, Diablo Weddings, Diablo Arts, Concierge Wine Country, Visit Oakland Inspiration Guide, and the Tri-Valley California Visitors Guide. Diablo Publications’ custom content division, Diablo Custom Publishing (DCP), provides print and digital marketing communications and custom publishing services for corporate clients nationwide. For more information visit diablomag.com to view our retail publications and dcpubs.com to learn more about custom publishing.

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Portland’s Eastern Prom

“We welcome Carnaval ME to the world of winter festivals! As thousands of Mainers have enjoyed Carnaval de Quebec thru the decades, we look forward to collaborating with Carnaval ME to drive mutually rewarding promotion and experiences,” said Carnaval de Quebec Commercial Director Marie-Eve Jacob.

PORTLAND, Maine (PRWEB)
November 24, 2019

In the 1920s, thousands of visitors flocked to Portland to enjoy a winter spectacle of ice castles, sculptures, sled dogs, ski jumping and other outdoor festivities to celebrate the season. A century later, the party is back.

Shamrock Sports & Entertainment, in partnership with Maine Office of Tourism and Norway Savings Bank, will transform the Eastern Prom in Portland into a winter wonderland, with activities and attractions to appeal to Mainers and visitors alike. The inaugural 3 day festival, scheduled for January 30 through February 2, 2020.

The Carnaval Maine celebration kicks off with the Bicentennial Winter Ball on Thursday, January 30 to mark the 200th year of Maine’s statehood. Throughout the festival, art installations, illumination shows, a rail jam competition and special igloo soiree events will take place. Professional ice sculptors will wow the crowd with live events, offering a world-class experience of people of all ages. Bites and Brews will bring award-winning chefs and craft brewers together like Allagash and Luke’s Lobster for made-in-Maine pairings sure to delight the most discerning palates.

“Winter is an important season in Maine attracting nearly 6.5 million visitors and about $200 million in lodging sales alone. Combine that with the food, retail and recreational opportunities people come here to experience and the economic impact of winter tourism is significant,” said Steve Lyons, director of the Maine Office of Tourism. “We believe Carnaval Maine will be a new experience that will drive visitation and be an added boost to our winter economy.”

“We are thrilled to have the opportunity to provide support via our Presenting Partnership of Carnaval ME and specifically the Illumination experiences. Winter is particularly magical with snow-filled landscapes and exciting activities. The Carnaval Illumination Experience will bring color and joy to the Promenade. We look forward to playing a role in making Carnaval ME a memorable event for our growing communities,” said Patricia Weigel, President and CEO of Norway Savings Bank.

The tradition of celebrating Winter from the end of January till mid-February has been around for a long time. In Quebec City, the world’s snow capital, the first major winter carnival made its debut in 1894. “We welcome Carnaval ME to the world of winter festivals! As thousands of Mainers have enjoyed Carnaval de Quebec thru the decades, we look forward to collaborating with Carnaval ME to drive mutually rewarding promotion and experiences,” said Carnaval de Quebec Commercial Director Marie-Eve Jacob.

On the heels of a 2019 Portland Pops event on Portland’s Eastern prom featuring the beloved Portland Symphony Orchestra and recent news of partnership with PGA to bring the Live & Work in Maine Open to Falmouth Country Club in June of 2020, Carnaval ME becomes the 3rd annual event to be managed, owned, operated and marketed by Shamrock Signature, a division of Shamrock Sports & Entertainment focused on LIVE experiences. “At Shamrock Sports & Entertainment we are very excited to bring to life an epic event that will celebrate Maine being a State for All Seasons, contribute to the local economy and support our community of award winning artists, breweries and chefs to be enjoyed by locals and visitors alike,” said Shamrock CEO, Brian Corcoran.

For tickets and more information on Carnaval ME visit http://www.CarnavalME.com

Presenting Partners: Norway Savings Bank & Maine Office of Tourism

Additional partners include: AAA, Press Hotel, NewsCenter Maine, Portland Press Herald, Townsquare Media

Bites & Brews’ Participants:

Allagash

Bissell Brothers

Maine Beer Box

Maine Beer Co.

Rising Tide

Shipyard

Urban Farm Fermentory

Central Provisions

Highroller Lobster Co.

Luke’s Lobster

Scales

UNION

Media Contact- Angie Helton, 207-653-0365 or angie@nemediaassociates.com

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Physical Therapy Group in Jersey City raises $100,000.00 for local animal shelter

As a board member for Liberty Humane, I was able to see what a profoundly positive impact the low cost spay/neuter program we launched last year had on the residents of Jersey City & Hoboken” said Jaclyn Fulop, owner of Exchange Physical Therapy Group

JERSEY CITY, N.J. (PRWEB)
November 21, 2019

Exchange Physical Therapy Group teamed up with Liberty Humane Society and raised over $100,000 for the non-profit animal shelter to further expand New Jersey’s first low-cost spay and neuter program that will serve Hudson County.

Exchange Physical Therapy Group with locations in Jersey City, Hoboken and Weehawken, hosted their second major fundraiser at Harborside JC last week, and through ticket sales and corporate donations raised $100,000 to maintain the service through the end of 2020. The November fundraiser is in addition to the $130,000 raised in 2018 to purchase the vehicle and provide for up front costs to operate.

“When we learned about this situation and that a solution was within reach, we immediately knew we had to help,” said Jaclyn Fulop, owner of Exchange Physical Therapy Group. “As a board member for Liberty Humane I was able to see what a profoundly positive impact the low cost spay/neuter program we launched last year had on the residents of Jersey City and Hoboken. We were able to save hundreds of animals lives by purchasing the spay/neuter truck and provided 1502 surgeries, our goal this year is to provide 2,000 surgeries for people in need.”

“I cannot emphasize enough how important this program is in moving our community forward and reducing the number of pets on the streets and in shelters ,” said Irene Borngraeber, Executive Director of Liberty Humane Society. “Of the 6.5 Million companion animals who enter shelters each year only 10% of them are spayed or neutered. That puts enormous stress on our shelter system. Jaclyn’s commitment to making affordable spay/neuter accessible to all moves us significantly closer to a time when every local companion animal has a home.”

For more information on the program please visit https://www.libertyhumane.org/. Eligible pet owners would pay $10 to spay or neuter their dog or cat.

“We are really excited to work with Liberty Humane Society on this project as we know that it can make an important and lasting impact not only for the animals, but the pet owners as well,” said Jaclyn Fulop. “After my dog Chloe passed this October I am going to continue to work hard and fundraise in her memory, as she was truly the inspiration behind this program.”

Liberty Humane in partnership with Exchange Physical Therapy Group will continue to raise funds for this program over the next year. Donations can be made here.

About Exchange Physical Therapy Group Exchange Physical Therapy Group is the premier outpatient orthopedic physical therapy clinic with three locations in physical therapy Jersey City, physical therapy Hoboken and physical therapy Weehawken NJ. Our physical therapists provide one-on-one, personalized treatment plans to our patients with a team-oriented approach. We have unparalleled experience with subspecialties in post-surgical rehab, sport specific rehabilitation, pediatric therapy and women’s health. We strive to enhance all of our patients’ quality of life.

About Liberty Humane Society Liberty Humane Society (LHS) is the only non-profit animal shelter and control facility in Hudson County, NJ. LHS believes that every shelter pet deserves a second chance at finding a loving home. With the help of hundreds of active volunteers, LHS staff is dedicated to facilitating the best possible outcomes for the animals in residence at the shelter, and to increasing the availability of preventative public services for the community as a whole. The Wellness Clinic provides low-cost health care to help keep local pets in their homes, and LHS adoption counselors place more than one thousand animals in homes each year.

For more information, please contact Irene Borngraeber, Executive Director, Liberty Humane Society at (201) 547-4147 or irene@libertyhumane.org. ##

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At Dematic, our employees are the foundation of our organization.

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (PRWEB)
November 21, 2019

Intralogistics innovator Dematic has been named Best and Brightest in Wellness® for 2019 by the National Association for Business Resources.

The Best and Brightest in Wellness Award recognizes and celebrates excellence in health awareness by highlighting organizations that promote a culture of wellness — organizations like Dematic that plan and implement efforts to allow their employees and the community to become a healthier place to live and work.

“At Dematic, our employees are the foundation of our organization,” said Michele Longo, Senior Vice President, Human Resources, Dematic. “By investing in wellness programs, we are keeping that foundation strong. When people feel good about themselves, it is reflected in their lives and their work. We’re honored to receive this award as a recognition of our programs.”

The programs (known collectively as Optimize Your Wellness) promote a sustainable culture of well-being with engaging resources and services to assist individuals in developing effective, long-term healthy behaviors. This includes encouraging improved physical activity, healthy nutrition and positive lifestyle choices.

Programs available to U.S. employees include:

• Fitness reimbursement
• Fitness centers and group classes
• Nutrition consultants
• Immunizations
• Wellness challenges
• Financial planning services

Dematic has a variety of open positions throughout the US in fields ranging from engineering to finance. Interested candidates can view open positions at Dematic.com/Careers.

About Dematic

Dematic is an intralogistics innovator that designs, builds and supports intelligent, automated solutions for manufacturing, warehouse and distribution environments for customers that are powering the future of commerce. With engineering centers, manufacturing facilities and service centers located in more than 25 countries, Dematic’s global network of 7,000 employees have helped achieve more than 6,000 worldwide customer installations for some of the world’s leading brands. Headquartered in Atlanta, Dematic is a member of KION Group, a global leader in industrial trucks, supply chain solutions and related services, and a leading provider of warehouse automation.

About NABR

The National Association for Business Resources (NABR), connects, educates, and empowers businesses across the country through focused programs, groundbreaking studies, and field-leading support. The NABR, established in 1996, fosters a collaborative environment in which companies and leaders learn best practices, trends, and vital information benefiting the company and its employees well beyond the finances. Through the Best and Brightest programs, the National Association for Business Resources provides specialized business services, education and resources for businesses throughout the United States. For more information, visit https://thebestandbrightest.com/.

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For over 20 years, Real Time Pain Relief has made fast-acting pain relief lotions available to families across America.

“We’re proud to partner with each of these stars from the world of sports for our new Pain Relief of Champions Series,” said Meredith Wolfley, Director of Partnerships at Real Time Pain Relief.

EDMOND, Okla. (PRWEB)
November 20, 2019

Real Time Pain Relief, makers of the popular rub-on pain relief lotion and products, today announced it has partnered with five champions from the world of sports to introduce its new Champions Edition MAXX Pain Relief formula. Available now for a short time, fans can choose from the 4 oz bottle featuring World Champion Professional Bull Rider Mike Lee, NCAA Champion Basketball Player Phil Booth, NCAA Champion Basketball Player Kyle Guy, Professional Bass Fisherman Josh Shirley or Professional Entertainer Matt Merritt. Each Limited-Edition bottle includes special pricing – one 4 oz bottle for $20 or two 4 oz bottles and free USA shipping for $39.95.

“We’re proud to partner with each of these stars from the world of sports for our new Pain Relief of Champions Series,” said Meredith Wolfley, Director of Partnerships at Real Time Pain Relief. “Whether its bull riding, basketball or fishing, as top athletes they know what it’s like to have backaches, muscle strains, sprains, bruises and cramps. Mike, Phil, Kyle, Josh and Matt are true champions in their respective sports and also use MAXX Pain Relief formula for their own relief. We’re excited to have them join the Real Time Pain Relief team and know their fans will love getting Pain Relief You Can Trust® from a brand that has been helping Americans for over 20 years.”

MAXX Pain Relief Cream doesn’t contain any harsh ingredients like parabens, dyes, sodium lauryl sulfate, GMOs, NSAIDs and acetaminophen. It’s non-greasy, great-smelling formula contains 1.5% menthol. It’s also infused with 18 of nature’s ingredients Menthol (active ingredient), Peppermint Oil, Aloe Vera, Arnica, Capsicum, Chondroitin, Emu oil, Glucosamine, MSM, Willow Bark, Witch Hazel, Calendula, St John’s Wort/ Hypericum Perforatum , Coriander Fruit Oil, German Chamomile, Roman Chamomile, Tilia Cordata (Lime Tree) and Centaurea Cyanus. The peppermint oil provides a fresh, minty aroma that isn’t medicinal and the cream is quick-absorbing and non-greasy. The MAXX Pain Relief formula, and all Real Time Pain Relief Products, are never tested on animals. Real Time Pain Relief proudly manufacturers and packages all products in the heartland of America.

About Real Time Pain Relief (RTPR)

For over 20 years, Real Time Pain Relief has made fast-acting pain relief lotions available to families across America. In 2019, RTPR partnered with legendary champion George Foreman to launch its most powerful pain relief solution ever – George Foreman’s Knockout FormulaTM. Infused with over 50 of nature’s ingredients and free of NSAIDs, acetaminophen, parabens, SLS, and artificial dyes, Real Time Pain Relief formulas contain the recipe for success. Simply rub it on, and the pain is gone. For pain relief you can trust, choose Real Time Pain Relief. Real Time Pain Relief is an FDA registered OTC, pain relief product. Visit rtpr.com to learn more about Real Time Pain Relief.

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Tel. 786-290-6413

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